Mashing-In News: Vice Beer wins Tournament, CBC 2026 Recap
GOOD MORNING, SOUTH PUGET SOUND!
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 — Ann-Margret turns 83 today!
The craft beer world wakes up humming — from helles-fueled festivals and industry-wide gatherings to legacy bars holding the line and quiet deals reshaping how the beer actually gets to your glass.
Grit & Grain Covers Berlin, Beer Tours, and Industry Trends
Grit & Grain Podcast Episode 187 recaps Matt’s Berlin trip, Ron’s PNW brewery tour, early Tournament of Beer action, and a candid look at the latest Brewers Association industry data. (Grit & Grain Podcast)
GOATFEST 2026 Pours Helles in Sunnyside
GOATFEST 2026 brings more than 20 breweries to Sunnyside, Washington for a helles-focused beer festival with food, music, and a charitable mission supporting local youth services. (Washington Beer Blog)
Kristin Bacon Honored as Washington Wine “Rock Star”
Sip Magazine founder Kristin Bacon has been named a “Rock Star” of the Washington wine industry by Alexandria Nicole Cellars, celebrated with a collaborative 2023 Rock Star Red release honoring her impact on the beverage world. (Washington Beer Blog)
Arch Bridge Taphouse Marks 11 Years in Oregon City
Arch Bridge Taphouse celebrates 11 years as a cornerstone of Oregon City’s craft beer scene, known for its curated taplist, welcoming vibe, and lasting impact on the local beer community. (The New School)
Columbia Distributing Expands with RNDC Brand Deal
Columbia Distributing plans to acquire select wine and spirits brands from RNDC in Oregon and Washington, expanding its regional footprint and strengthening its total beverage distribution strategy. (Brewpublic)
CBC 2026 Unites Craft Beer Industry in Philadelphia
The 2026 Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America brought thousands of industry professionals to Philadelphia for three days of connection, education, and innovation shaping the future of craft brewing. (Brewers Association)
Beloved SF Beer Bar Stays True to Its Roots
San Francisco’s iconic Toronado Pub narrowly avoided a sale to a crypto investor and is instead set to be purchased by a local buyer committed to preserving its no-frills, beer-first legacy. (Washington Beer Blog)
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