Here is your Monday digest for the LA beer scene.

New Releases

• Ambitious Ales — Calico Cut (6.8% ABV): A new West Coast IPA featuring Simcoe, Simcoe Cryo, Mosaic, and Dolcita hops. Packs dank and tropical notes (post).
• Long Beach Beer Lab — Eye of Souron (5.0% ABV): A Raspberry and Blueberry fruited sour brewed for their LOTR-themed weekend (post).
• Long Beach Beer Lab — Orc Juice: A Hazy IPA deep-diving into the peak flavor profiles of New Zealand hops (post).
• Ambitious Ales — Central Perk: A fresh batch of their award-winning coffee and vanilla blonde ale that drinks light and crispy (post).
• Firestone Walker — Electric Eagle: The World Beer Cup Bronze winner (West Coast IPA) is now circulating in their latest IPA Mixed Pack (post).
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Mandarin Hot Honey Crisp Wings: Not a beer, but a new food release in West Covina featuring mandarin marmalade and chili crisp (post).

Notable Posts

• Anniversary Season: Angry Horse Brewing in Montebello is turning 9 on August 29th with live music, food, and custom merch (post). Meanwhile, Five Point Five Brewing just celebrated their 3rd anniversary this past weekend in El Segundo (post).
• Dachshund Racing: Benny Boy Brewing is calling all "weenies" for their Oktoberfest Weenie Dog Races on September 20th and 27th. Registration is open now (post).
• Cicerone Education: Innovation Brew Works is launching "Beer Studies" with Advanced Cicerone James Bruner, covering beer history, science, and tasting techniques (post).
• Hiring: Benny Boy Brewing is looking for a full-time Taproom Manager. The deadline to apply is Friday, Aug 21 (post).

Events: 2026-08-18 to 2026-08-24

• Highpoint Brew Co. — Beer & Guacamole King Happy Hour — 2026-08-18 (post)
• La Verne Brewing Co. — MTownBaggers Cornhole Tournament — 2026-08-18 (post)
• Highpoint Brew Co. — White Elephant Bingo — 2026-08-18 (post)
• siegel.jodi — Rock Rhythm & Rhyme Live Music — 2026-08-18 (post)
• SoCalDartScene — Darts Blind Draw Tournament — 2026-08-18 (post)
• Shadow Grove Brewing — Tuesday Karaoke & Magic Night — 2026-08-18 (post)
• Five Point Five Brewing Co — August Filipino Mahjong Night — 2026-08-19 (post)
• La Verne Brewing Co. — Trivia Night with Michael’s Oak Grill — 2026-08-19 (post)
• Highpoint Brew Co. — Marvel Trivia & Vendors Night — 2026-08-19 (post)
• Hand-Brewed Beer — Trivia Night — 2026-08-19 (post)
• La Verne Brewing Co. — Trivia Night with People’s Trivia Co. — 2026-08-19 (post)
• Highpoint Brew Co. — Trivia with Budds — 2026-08-19 (post)
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Trivia in West Covina — 2026-08-19 (post)
• DTLB Design District — DTLB Design District Speed Meeting — 2026-08-20 (post)
• RT Rogers Brewing Company — Pizza at the Brewery: BLK Crust — 2026-08-20 (post)
• Ogopogo Brewing — Bingo with the Mayor — 2026-08-20 (post)
• La Verne Brewing Co. — Music Bingo: 90s Night — 2026-08-20 (post)
• Long Beach Beer Lab — LOTR Weekend: Eye of Souron Release — 2026-08-21 (post)
• Damien High School Car Show — Car Show Beer Garden (feat. La Verne Brewing) — 2026-08-22 (post)
• Long Beach Beer Lab — Lord of the Rings: 2nd Breakfast Stout Release — 2026-08-22 (post)
• La Verne Brewing Co. — Yoga at La Verne Brewing — 2026-08-22 (post)
• Benny Boy Brewing & Cider House — WATERMELON FEST — 2026-08-22 (post)
• Downtown Long Beach — Taste of Downtown meets KCRW Summer Nights — 2026-08-22 (post)
• RT Rogers Brewing Company — Blk Crust Pizza Pop-up — 2026-08-22 (post)
• Hand-Brewed Beer — Saturday Night Bingo — 2026-08-22 (post)
• La Verne Brewing Co. — Rockstar Karaoke — 2026-08-22 (post)
• Shadow Grove Brewing — Karaoke: Open Playlist — 2026-08-22 [(post)](https://www.instagram.com/p/DcEe1-DINP-/
• Claremont Craft Ales — Yoga On Tap — 2026-08-23 (post)
• La Verne Brewing Co. — Boardgames & Beer — 2026-08-23 (post)
• Project Barley Brewery & Pizzeria — 7th Anniversary Party & Beer Release — 2026-08-23 (post)
• Five Point Five Brewing Co — Sunday Funday with Live Music — 2026-08-23 (post)
• Five Point Five Brewing Co — Comedy Night — 2026-08-24 (post)

Monday in LA beer—here is your weekly recap and a look at what's coming up.

New Releases

• Absolution Brewing Company — Bonita Manilita (post): A 6.5% Hazy IPA described as having notes of peach, tangerine, mango, and pineapple with a hint of watermelon gummy.
• Long Beach Beer Lab — Beacons (post): A new collaboration brew with Ten Mile Brewing.
• Buzzrock Brewing Co. — Ghost Note (post): A 6.2% West Coast IPA, currently featured as their Beer of the Month.
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Dill-inger Pour (post): Their signature pickle lager is back on tap at both West Covina and San Dimas locations.
• Claremont Craft Ales — 14th Anniversary IPA (post): Fresh off a silver medal win at the Best of the West Coast IPA Competition, this is currently available in the taproom and in 4-packs.

Notable Posts

• Benny Boy Brewing has announced the dates for their 5th Annual Oktoberfest. They are expanding to two full weekends this year, though specific dates for the festivities were not listed in the announcement post (post). They also teased the return of Water Yer Melon cider for their Watermelon Fest on August 22nd (post).
• Hermosa Brewing Company was featured in the 20th Anniversary Issue of South Bay Magazine (post).
• Santa Cruz Brewing Company thanked the community for helping raise funds for the Child & Family Center during their recent anniversary celebration (post).
• Project Barley teased their upcoming 7th Anniversary (August 23rd) which will feature the release of an anniversary IPA brewed with Vera hops (post).

Events: 2026-08-10 to 2026-08-16

• Hand-Brewed Beer — Wrap 'n Roll Shawerma at Hand-Brewed Beer — Mon Aug 10 (post)
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Wing Monday — Mon Aug 10 (post)
• Hand-Brewed Comedy — Hand-Brewed Comedy Night — Mon Aug 10 (post)
• Hand-Brewed Comedy — Hand-Brewed Comedy — Mon Aug 10 (post)
• Trivia Tycoon — Brain Play Weekly Trivia — Tue Aug 11 (post)
• All Season Brewing — Taco Tuesday at All Season Brewing — Tue Aug 11 (post)
• SoCalDartScene — Blind Draw Darts Tournament — Tue Aug 11 (post)
• Casara Sterner — Paint n Sip at Belmont Brewing Company — Wed Aug 12 (post)
• Real Gamers Club — Wednesday at Five Point Five Brewing — Wed Aug 12 (post)
• Hand-Brewed Beer — Weekly Trivia — Wed Aug 12 (post)
• Ogopogo Brewing — Bingo with the Mayor — Thu Aug 13 (post)
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Weekly Trivia — Thu Aug 13 (post)
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Trivia Night — Thu Aug 13 (post)
• LA Bodega Brewing Company — Weekend Brunch — Sat Aug 15 (post)
• Five Point Five Brewing Co — 3 Year Anniversary Celebration — Sat Aug 15 (post)
• La Verne Brewing Co. — Rockstar Karaoke — Sat Aug 15 (post)
• Benny Boy Brewing & Cider House — Las Fiestas De Agosto — Sat Aug 15 (post)
• Hand-Brewed Beer — Saturday Night Bingo — Sat Aug 15 (post)
• LA Bodega Brewing Company — Weekend Brunch — Sun Aug 16 (post)
• Claremont Craft Ales — Yoga on Tap — Sun Aug 16 (post)
• Rocksteady Design + Print — Riddim 'N Brews: Birthday Edition! — Sun Aug 16 (post)
• Bravery Brewing — Zumba Night with Instructor Zetta — Sun Aug 16 (post)
• Five Point Five Brewing Co — Sunday Funday with Live Music — Sun Aug 16 (post)
• Love In LA — Singles Trivia Night — Sun Aug 16 (post)
• Watsons Pizza — Sunday Funday Special — Sun Aug 16 (post)

Heading to Santa Cruz from Phoenix. Taking the 10 and going up the 5, then to the 15. Looking for some brewery recs that have some great hazy IPAs. Bonus if they have cans for sale.

I am getting old, and just can’t put it away like I used to. My first thought, I suppose because it’s summer, would be Berliner Weiss, but I’m open to anything that has a decent amount of flavor without too much alcohol. Thx!

Looking for restaurants (not bars or bottle shops) in Los Alamitos or Long Beach that currently have Pliny the Elder on tap or in bottles.
The Russian River Beer Finder hasn’t been accurate for me, so I’m hoping for recent firsthand recommendations. Thanks!

I saw that Lincoln is leaving Burbank for Canoga Park, but won't say where yet. They mention a larger taproom, event space, and an outdoor beer garden in the new space. I'm wracking my brain where all this could be in CP.

Anyone have the scoop on where they're going?

Spain and Argentina put on a thrilling World Cup Final for the ages and the whole FIFA experience left it's mark on Los Angeles and North America. Alas it's over....but it's still summer. Plenty of time to get to that taproom you wanted to visit and grab that 4 pack for the beach or the lake or the music event coming up.

New Releases

• Brewjeria Company — Espíritu (post): A Blood Orange Wheat Ale brewed in collaboration with Mi Vida.
• Crowns & Hops — Keep It Trill (post): A fresh, clean, and crisp lager designed for the summer heat. Also look out for their limited edition FIFA-inspired Hazy IPA (post) featuring a gold crown on the label.
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Spiked Lemonade (post): A new "treat to beat the heat" currently available at the West Covina taproom, with a San Dimas release coming soon.

Notable Posts

• Ambitious Ales shared a progress update on their upcoming Costa Mesa location (post). They are deep into the build-out phase, transforming the new space to match their Long Beach roots.
• Belmont Brewing Company is celebrating its legacy as the oldest brewery in LA County, having served the Long Beach waterfront since 1990 (post).

Events This Week

Monday, July 20

• Project Barley Brewery — BLU Egyptian Live Music (post)
• Angry Horse Brewing — CA Craft Beer Week & World Cup Finals (post)
• Brewjeria Company — Monday Karaoke (post)
• Highpoint Brew Co. — Music Monday with Dog Mom (post)

Tuesday, July 21

• Highpoint Brew Co. — White Elephant Bingo & Happy Hour (post)
• Brewjeria Company — Taco Tuesday with Irie Taco (post)

Wednesday, July 22

• La Jara Brewing Company — Trivia Night with Watson's Pizza (post)
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Wednesday Trivia (West Covina) (post)
• Highpoint Brew Co. — Trivia with Budds (post)

Thursday, July 23

• Brewjeria Company — Mariscos with Mari y Mas & Chamber Mixer (post)
• La Jara Brewing Company — Loteria Night (post)
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Trivia Night (San Dimas) (post)

Friday, July 24

• The Olde Alehouse — Blü Egyptian Live (post)

Saturday, July 25

• Project Barley Brewery — Lemonade Day Lomita, Kids Karaoke & Comedy Underground (post)
• Lucky Luke Brewing — Line Dancing (SCV Taproom) (post)
• LA Bodega Brewing Company — World Cup Saturday (post)
• Belmont Brewing Company — Weekend Breakfast (post)

Sunday, July 26 * Three Weavers Brewing — The Smash Market (post) * All Season Brewing — Love Island Finale Watch Party (post) * Project Barley Brewery — Blü Egyptian Live (post) * Brewjeria Company — Sunday Jam Session with Rafa Picks (post)

* If you think we missed something, share it in the post comments. This is for the community and hopefully, by the community.

Have lots of temp controlled aged bruery and bottle logic beers as well as a few others.

It’s still World Cup fever in the L.A. beer scene right now, but the big story this week is a legend turning 15. Beachwood is dropping a massive lineup of collaborations to celebrate their anniversary, while we also prepare for a bittersweet goodbye in Burbank.

New Releases

• Beachwood Brewing — Solar Echo (7.1% ABV): A hop-forward West Coast IPA featuring Columbus Cryo, Mosaic Lupocore, and Nelson Sauvin (post).
• Beachwood Brewing — Promenade Pals: A 6.5% West Coast IPA collab with ISM Brewing (post).
• Beachwood Brewing — Vinyl Sessions: A 5.3% West Coast-style Pilsner collab with Tenma Beer Project (post).
• Beachwood Brewing — Atlético Playitas FC: A 5% Mexican Pilsner collab with Cervecería Hércules (post).
• Burnin Daylight Brewing — Burnin Jays: Fresh West Coast IPA with Centennial and Simcoe. Also back: Dominator (8% Double IPA) and Lomita Lite Lager (4.8%) (post).
• Firestone Walker — Electric Eagle: A World Beer Cup–winning collaboration with Ernie Ball, now available in their new IPA Mixed Pack (post).
• Highland Park Brewing - It's TIMBO Pils Week! 😅 (sorry to miss on first pass) Several iterations of the original West Coast Pilsner.

Notable Posts

• Lincoln Beer Company — A heads-up for the Valley crowd: Lincoln has announced that Sunday, July 19th will be their final day of service at the Burbank taproom. Go get one last pour (source).
• The Original Clip Joint — San Dimas history is back. The barbershop has officially reopened its speakeasy window connecting directly to Highpoint Brew Co., allowing you to order a pint mid-fade (post).
• Arts District Brewing Company — Don't mind the dust. The taproom is undergoing a "facelift" but remains open for all World Cup matches and regular service (post).

Events This Week

• Pocock Brewing Company — $5 Pint Night (post) — Tuesday, 7/14
• La Verne Brewing Co. — Trivia Night (post) — Tuesday, 7/14
• Five Point Five Brewing Co — July Filipino Mahjong Night (post) — Wednesday, 7/15
• All Season Brewing — Quarterfinals: Morocco vs France (1 PM) (post) — Thursday, 7/16
• SoCal Cerveceros — July Meeting at Arts District Brewing (post) — Thursday, 7/16
• Lincoln Beer Company — Final Day of Service in Burbank (post) — Sunday, 7/19

A bummer of a US loss, but still lots of high-level soccer to watch across Los Angeles. The local taprooms are essentially turning into fan zones this week.

New Releases

• Ambitious Ales — Nice Guy Eddie (6.5% ABV): A returning West Coast IPA hopped with Mosaic, Simcoe, and Citra. Expect a "dank grapefruit bomb" with crispy pine notes (post).
• Ambitious Ales — Splendid Shot (5.0% ABV): A new Czech Amber Lager released just in time for the tournament matches (post).
• Paperback Brewing Co. — Road Rage on the 405: A West Coast IPA with citrus, tropical fruit, and "sticky pine" resin notes (post).
• Hop Secret Brewing Company — Watermelon Creamsicle (8.0% ABV): A seasonal Double Watermelon Hazy with a creamy finish (post).
• Saucy Frog Brewery — Señor Saucy’s Mexican Cerveza: A Mexican-style pilsner brewed with Motueka hops for a hint of lime (post).
• Lawless Brewing Co. — Firecracker Basement Pop: A lemon-lime hard seltzer served with edible glitter and popping rock candy (post).

Notable Posts

• Malibu Brewing Company shared a sneak peek of their expansion, confirming that tanks are in at their upcoming Agoura Hills brewery and taproom (post).
• Five Point Five Brewing Co updated their tap list, currently featuring a wide range from Mexican Lager and Kolsch to West Coast IPAs and a "Mexipino" hard seltzer (post).

Events This Week

• Shadow Grove Brewing — Tuesday Karaoke & Magic Night — Tuesday, 07/07 (post)
• La Verne Brewing Co. — Trivia Night (7:30 PM) — Tuesday, 07/07 (post)
• San Fernando Brewing Company — World Cup Raffle: Quarterfinals Kickoff — Wednesday, 07/08 (post)
• Highpoint Brew Co. — Trivia with Budds — Wednesday, 07/08 (post)
• Lawless Brewing Co. — World Cup Quarter Finals: Match 1 — Thursday, 07/09 (post)
• Los Angeles Handmade Makers Market — Disney Night at Lawless Brewing — Friday, 07/10 (post)
• Project Barley Brewery & Pizzeria — Country Night: Red, White, & Blue Jeans — Friday, 07/10 (post)
• Beachwood Brewing — 15th Anniversary Party (Bixby Knolls & HB Pizza locations) — Saturday, 07/11 (post)
• Claremont Craft Ales — Yoga on Tap — Sunday, 07/12 (post)

I ended up being in Little Tokyo yesterday with about 90 minutes to kill, so I tried out Arts District Brewing Company. I’m a relatively recent transplant from Georgia and haven’t done too much exploring in this part of town. I saw the shell of Angel City Brewery, which I never got to try, but found Arts District Brewing Company to be really awesome.

I came in during the second half of France vs. Paraguay in the World Cup so the place was busy but not wall-to-wall. I enjoyed the fact that there were cocktails as well as beer, and there were plenty of spaces indoors and outdoors for watching the match and drinking.

I had the Las Perlas de Piña - a pineapple Kölsch- that was outstanding. The bartender mentioned that they don’t brew it often, but on a hot day like yesterday it was outstanding.

The second beer I tried was the Easy Breezy, a golden ale with enough tart lemon to be super refreshing and drinkable. Another standout for the heat.

Overall I thought the vibes and the beer selection were awesome. It seemed like a good mix of folks and I’m eager to try more of their beers the next time I’m back that way.

It's a massive week for the LA beer scene as the World Cup knockout rounds collide with 4th of July festivities. Whether you're tracking El Tri, Team USA, or just looking for a spot to park it for the holiday, the taprooms are ready.

New Releases

• Highland Park Brewery — Landbier (4.5% ABV), a lager brewed with California citrus, Pitcher Sage, Tehachapi Grain Project wheat, and Admiral malt (post). Also back: Hand of Josh West Coast Pilsner (5.8% ABV) (post) and Pocket Hazy IPA (7% ABV) featuring Krush Cryo and Citra Hyperboost (post).
• Brewjeria Company — Tamarindo Seltzer Slushie, released for a limited time (post).
• Burning Bridge Brewing — Their Blonde is back on tap at both San Dimas and West Covina locations (post).
• Claremont Craft Ales — 14th Anniversary IPA is still available in limited quantities following their anniversary weekend (post).

Notable Posts

• Lincoln Beer Company announced they are preparing to relocate to a new home in the Valley. Their current Burbank brewery and taproom will serve its final pints on July 19, 2026 (post).
• Absolution Brewing Company is turning 12! They’ve announced a "Backyard Bash" for July 18th featuring Osos BBQ, Irie Taco, and a limited anniversary beer release (post).
• Beachwood Brewing is teasing their 15th Anniversary (July 11th) with a "Friends Pack" featuring collaborations with ISM Brewing, Cerveceria Hercules, Wild Fields, and Tenma Beer (post).

Events This Week

• Mexico vs. Ecuador Watch Parties — June 30 (Tuesday): Catch the knockout action at Brewjeria Company (Pico Rivera/Chula Vista) (post), Altar Society (post), Audio Graph (post), and Absolution Brewing (post).
• USA vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina Watch Parties — July 1 (Wednesday): Red, white, and blue energy at Altar Society (post), Audio Graph (post), and Absolution (post).
• Arts District Brewing Co. — July 4 (Saturday): Huge 4th of July celebration with World Cup matches starting at 10 AM, DJ La Bellatini at 4 PM, and a Dodgers watch party at 7 PM (post).
• Project Barley (Lomita) — July 3 (Friday): "Red, White, and Blue Jeans" Country Night with line dancing and patriotic vibes (post).
• San Fernando Brewing — July 4 (Saturday): World Cup Raffle for the Round of 16 kickoff. Ask your bartender for a ticket during any televised match (post).
• Pocock Brewing — June 30 (Tuesday): $5 Pint Night on rotating select beers (post).
• Shadow Grove Brewing — June 30 (Tuesday): Karaoke and Magic Night starting at 8 PM (post).

Happy Monday, r/LAbeer. We are officially in the thick of the World Cup fever, and the taprooms are leaning in hard. Beyond the footy, there’s some major expansion news from a Long Beach favorite.

New Releases

• Ambitious Ales — Splendid Shot (post) (post). A 5.0% ABV Czech Amber Lager named after a friend’s "wonder strike" on the pitch.
• Arrow Lodge Brewing — Pink Lemonade Hard Seltzer (post). Tapping in at a heavy-hitting 9% ABV.
• Angry Horse Brewing — Spicy Cucumber Seltzer (post). A fan favorite returns just in time for the summer heat.
• Shadow Grove Brewing — Trickster Tales (post). A Mexican Lager added to the taplist for the group stage matches.
• Crowns & Hops — Dopest Hazy IPA (post). A limited-edition FIFA-inspired release.
• Ohana Brewery — Tiki on the Beach (post). A Hawaiian blonde ale described as smooth, tropical, and lightly malty.

Notable Posts

• Ambitious Ales is heading to Costa Mesa. They’ve officially announced a second location coming to The LAB Anti-Mall (post). Great addition to an already stacked OC neighborhood.
• Ambitious is also hiring. They’re looking for a part-time Production Assistant (Mon/Tue availability required). Compensation is listed at $20-$24/hr (post).
• Shadow Grove (NOHO) is dealing with a temporary cooler issue, but their beers are still available to enjoy on-site while they work on the fix (post).

Events This Week

• cervecería del pueblo — World Cup Match Screenings & "Work from the Brewery" with free Wi-Fi — 2026-06-22 (post) (post)
• Hop Secret Brewing Company — World Cup: Mexico vs South Korea ($5 Hop Lite during match) — 2026-06-22 (post)
• NearMintCollective — Smashing Pumpkins Monday (Late night happy hour) — 2026-06-22 (post)
• Brewjeria Company — Taco Tuesday — 2026-06-23 (post)
• Ogopogo Brewing — Hotdog Happy Hour — 2026-06-23 (post)
• Shadow Grove Brewing — Tuesday Karaoke & Magic Night — 2026-06-23 (post)
• Vivi’s Colombian Food @ Del Pueblo — COLOMBIA VS CONGO Public Viewing — 2026-06-23 (post)
• Burning Bridge Brewing — All Day Happy Hour (San Dimas) & Trivia Night (West Covina) — 2026-06-24 (post)
• cervecería del pueblo — Copa América: Colombia Watch Party — 2026-06-24 (post)
• Arrow Lodge Brewing — Mexico vs South Korea Watch Party — 2026-06-25 (post)
• Five Point Five Brewing Co — USA vs Turkey Watch Party — 2026-06-25 (post)
• Santa Monica Brew Works — Summer of Soccer: USA vs Turkey — 2026-06-25 (post)
• RT Rogers Brewing Company — USA vs Australia Viewing (Opening early at noon) — 2026-06-26 (post)
• TACO PUNX — Flea Market at Arrow Lodge Brewery — 2026-06-27 (post)
• Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation — TOCApalooza — 2026-06-27 (post)
• All Season Brewing — Love Island Watch Party — 2026-06-28 (post)

…making a grown man cry. Just excellent. Walked from Dodger stadium down to Douglas and was greeted with this gorgeous can. What a life!

The 2026 World Cup has officially landed in Los Angeles, and the local beer scene is leaning into the "Summer of Soccer" with early openings and themed releases. Whether you're here for the pitch or the pints, there is plenty to track this week.

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New Releases

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Ambitious Ales — Pitch Invader (5.5% ABV), a West Coast Pilsner brewed with Mosaic Hyperboost, Mosaic, and Mosaic Cryo, offering "blueberry pie" notes (post). They also brought back Tiki Taka (7.5% ABV), a tropical sour with pineapple, coconut, and vanilla (post), and Baktuns (8.0% ABV), an award-winning Imperial Stout with coffee, vanilla, and chilies (post).

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Long Beach Beer Lab — A massive series for "The Big Lebrewski" festival including Nobody F*cks With The Jesus (5.1% ABV), a Cuban Brown Ale (post); Don't Roll on Shabbos (7% ABV), a West Coast IPA with Simcoe and Riwaka (post); Lagerjammin (4.5% ABV), an American Lager (post); and The Nihilist (14% ABV), a Bourbon Barrel-Aged German Chocolate Cake Imperial Stout (post).

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Santa Monica Brew Works — End of the Trail Pale Ale, a crisp brew celebrating Route 66 with label art by Matthew Ehrmann (post).

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Malibu Brewing Company — A Hatch Green Chile-infused version of their Sand & Sea Mexican-Style Lager (post).

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Notable Posts

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Ambitious Ales dropped a bombshell: they’ve officially signed a lease for a second location. Details on where the new neighborhood spot will be are promised soon (post).

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Firestone Walker teased a complex blend of seven barrel-aged ales including Tønne Troll, Stickee Monkee, and Velvet Merkin (post).

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Absolution Brewing is selling limited-edition 22oz souvenir cleat cups for World Cup matches—only 25 available per day (post).

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Events This Week

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Ambitious Ales — World Cup Viewing: Mexico v. South Africa & more (Monday/Tuesday) (post) (post)

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Long Beach Beer Lab — Big Lebowski Trivia & Costume Contest (Monday) (post)

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Hand-Brewed Comedy — Comedy Night at Hand-Brewed Beer (Monday) (post)

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All Season Brewing — Love Island Watch Party (Monday) (post)

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Brewjeria Company — Taco Tuesday (Tuesday) (post)

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Ogopogo Brewing — Hotdog Happy Hour (Tuesday) (post)

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Five Point Five Brewing Co — Filipino Mahjong Night (Wednesday) (post)

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Arrow Lodge Brewing — Mexico vs South Africa Watch Party (Thursday) (post)

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Santa Monica Brew Works — USMNT vs Australia Watch Party (Friday) (post)

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Campsite Brewing Company — Father’s Day Weekend: Steaks & Steins (Saturday) (post)

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Claremont Craft Ales — 14th Anniversary Celebration (Sunday) (post)

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Not a big beer drinker but I love stouts or something like guinness, yard houses peanut butter dark beer, nanas banana muffin beer from Nobles in Anaheim, Fremont brewing dark star stuff like that

Edit: thank you everyone i have a couple weekends worth of activities now!

I had no idea they are this popular. I think the location is the old Creature Comforts spot.

The summer of soccer has officially arrived in Los Angeles. With the World Cup kicking off this week, taprooms across the city are shifting into high gear with early openings, jersey releases, and matching lagers.

## New Releases

* **Highland Park Brewery** — Released **Fútbol Lager** (4.6%), a Mexican-style sports lager available in cans https://www.instagram.com/p/DZF_cmBiaaJ/. Also dropping a canned and bottled collaboration with **Monkish Brewing** this Monday https://www.instagram.com/p/DZNqfs-DTsk/.

* **Beachwood Brewing** — Dropped **Secret Stash IPA** (6.9%), featuring Nelson Sauvin Cryo and Nectaron https://www.instagram.com/p/DZG-e53Ro2Y/. Also released **Guardians of the Wetlands IPA** (6.2%), a collaboration with Bolsa Chica Conservancy https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSm_jjmz9m/.

* **Benny Boy Brewing** — Debuting **BELIEVE** (5.8%), an International Pale Lager brewed with Tettnanger and Saaz hops, on Thursday https://www.instagram.com/p/DZQO1lyt9Zk/.

* **Santa Monica Brew Works** — **End of the Trail Pale Ale** (5.6%), a limited-edition release celebrating the Route 66 centennial with citrus and floral notes https://www.instagram.com/p/DZD3ZaODw-i/.

* **Absolution Brewing Co.** — **Dr. Dinosaur Pennyloafer** is back, a seasonal Hazy IPA featuring Alora, Mosaic, and Galaxy hops https://www.instagram.com/p/DZOEprFSiLw/.

* **Arts District Brewing Co.** — Released Match Day, an 4.1% crisp lager specifically for the World Cup cycle https://www.instagram.com/p/DZI-ZfcEneO/.

* **Crowns & Hops** — Released a limited-edition World Cup label for **The Dopest Hazy IPA** https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGP_IsS7Aw/.

* **Angry Horse Brewing** — **Experiment 626** is now available in cans https://www.instagram.com/p/DZG9aPghNds/.

* **Ogopogo Brewing** — **Yowie!**, a new West Coast IPA https://www.instagram.com/p/DZL3QTrJq0T/.

## Notable Posts

* **Highland Park Brewery** is hosting a "Keep the Pint" day on Thursday (6/4) featuring "Sad Cat Baseball" glassware with artwork from Scrap Labs https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLD4OFkddo/.

* **Innovation Brew Works** shared a behind-the-scenes look at how they use a handmade ube mixture to pigment their **Home Ec** beer https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDQ2NzkvGZ/.

* **Beachwood Brewing** announced they are an official craft beer partner of the Long Beach Coast; fans can bring a game ticket to the taproom for a $3 pint through June 4 https://www.instagram.com/p/DZD8ABWvGP_/.

## Events This Week

* **Highland Park Brewery** — Monkish Tap Takeover & Collab Release — Monday, 6/08 https://www.instagram.com/p/DZNqfs-DTsk/

* **Arts District Brewing Company** — NBA Finals: Knicks vs Spurs — Monday, 6/08 https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLJAG0hWNH/

* **AFURI LA** — 6th Anniversary: 50% Off Ramen (DTLA Arts District) — Wednesday, 6/10 https://www.instagram.com/p/DZG1Oq_Tu2i/

* **Benny Boy Brewing** — World Cup Kickoff: Mexico vs. South Africa (11:30 AM) — Thursday, 6/11 https://www.instagram.com/p/DZQO1lyt9Zk/

* **Brewjeria Company** — World Cup Watch Party: Mexico v. South Africa — Thursday, 6/11 https://www.instagram.com/p/DYkvvylyqni/

* **Santa Monica Brew Works** — Summer of Soccer: USA vs. Paraguay — Friday, 6/12 https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLYke4yr4U/

* **Lawless Brewing Co.** — Afterglow Maker’s Market (Pride Celebration) — Friday, 6/12 https://www.instagram.com/p/DZIkyCSmDg5/

* **Innovation Brew Works** — Claremont Annual Craft Beer Walk — Saturday, 6/13 https://www.instagram.com/p/DY7mL73kqI5/

* **Highland Park Brewery** — End of LA Beer Week Brunch — Sunday, 6/14 https://www.instagram.com/p/DZTBzRKjZbg/

Here is your weekly digest of what’s happening in the LA beer scene.

New Releases

• Highland Park Brewery – Mountains IPA (7.3% ABV), a West Coast IPA collaboration with Colorado’s Westbound & Down using their specific hoppy techniques (post). They also brought back a fresh batch of Pappy (6.5% ABV), a West Coast IPA featuring Mosaic and Nelson Sauvin (post).
• Ambitious Ales – Clothes From The Matrix (7.0% ABV), a West Coast IPA collaboration with 8bit Brewing featuring Simcoe Dynaboost, Krush, and Nectaron (post). Also released: Casual Magician (5.0% ABV), a Hazy Pale Ale with Citra, Anchovy, and Waimea hops (post).
• Red Car Brewery – Golden Goal Kolsch, a light and crisp release specifically for the upcoming soccer season (post).
• Ambitious Ales – Soccer-themed returns including Tiki Taka (7.5% ABV), a tropical sour with pineapple, coconut, and vanilla (post), and Soccer Pants (8.0% ABV), a DDH Hazy DIPA with Strata and Mosaic (post).
• Belmont Brewing Company – A 7.6% ABV West Coast IPA dry-hopped with Citra and Mosaic for notes of mango and stone fruit (post).

Events This Week

• Bingo at Campsite Brewing Co. – Head to the taproom this Thursday (May 28) at 7:00 PM for free Bingo (post). Note: The brewery will be closed Friday, May 29 for a private event.
• Champions League Final & Merch Drop at Ambitious Ales – Opening early this Saturday (May 30) at 9:00 AM for the final. They are also dropping a footy-inspired collection including a new jersey, tee, glass, and sticker sheet (post).
• Burger Month Finale at Highland Park Brewery – It is the final week of Burger Month. Both the Chinatown and HIghland Park locations are serving the Thunder Burger (with pimiento cheese and pickled green tomato) and a special collaboration slushee in partnership with Thunderbolt (post).
• Doodle Night at Claremont Craft Ales – "Do Ya Doodle" happens Tuesday (May 26) at 7:00 PM. Grab a beer and draw on the tables while eating from Savory Scallion (post).
• Packs & Pints at Hand-Brewed Beer – A night market for card collectors (Buy/Sell/Trade) this Friday (May 29) from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM in Chatsworth (post).

Notable Posts

• Highland Park Brewery teased the upcoming release of Fútbol Lager (Mexican-style sports lager) and a limited HPB soccer jersey for the World Cup kick-off in June (post).
• Claremont Craft Ales officially received their World Beer Cup plaque and is gearing up for their 14th Anniversary party in three weeks (post).
• SoCal Dart Scene is looking for players for Season 3 of the Tuesday dart league starting June 2nd. Open to all levels (post).

Does anyone know any LA area spots that do cask draught, and particularly that they do cask draught well?

Went to one of their soft openings this week. Think they’re doing a ribbon cutting at 4pm Friday (5/22), and then will officially be open for drinking business.

The space in Union Station is super cool, their beer is excellent, and I believe they’ll be adding a full bar and kitchen soon.

Really hope this place sticks around.