Utah brewers were recognized at the 23rd Annual International Beer Awards (formerly the North American Beer Awards) for their beer-making excellence. Red Rock Brewing, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2019, led Utah brewers’ efforts with five medals, including two gold. Epic Brewing Company, Hoppers Grill & Brewing Co., and Shades Brewing earned one gold…
Utah craft breweries are pairing up to brew a series of collaboration beers. The co-brewed creations will be featured at the Utah Brewers Guild Fest on June 29 in Salt Lake City. The Guild bills it as “a unique, never-been-done-in-Utah full collaboration event.” All participating breweries are members of the Utah Brewers Guild. “Ever wonder…
Beer enthusiasts held a collective breath ahead of the Utah Brew Fest. Many weren’t sure what to expect. Event organizers, after all, promoted a public craft beer (and spirits) festival unlike anything Utah’s seen before. Yet, aside from a few hiccups, Saturday’s inaugural Utah Brew Fest proved to be an entertaining, informative, and enjoyable evening. “I…
It’s clear the upcoming Utah Brew Fest isn’t designed to be your typical Beehive State beer festival. The single-evening, indoor event skews toward education rather than consumption, organizers say. Yet, alcohol — craft beer and local spirits — will be flowing inside Salt Lake’s Impact Hub. “My greatest goal is for people to walk away from…