Moab Brewery – Moab, Utah

Moab, Utah is centered near numerous state and national parks such as Arches National Park, Cayonlands National Park, and Dead Horse Point State Park. Moab is a center for tourists visiting from all over the world, who are seeking extreme adventures like rock climbing, mountain biking, and ATV excursions. The town is bustling this time…

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Zion Canyon Brewing and Brewpub

My wife, daughter, and I drove to Springdale, Utah yesterday.  We arrived in the early evening.  After checking in at our hotel, we drove up the street to the Zion Canyon Brewpub. I sampled six Zion Canyon Brewing beers – Jamaican-style lager; Springdale Amber Ale; German Amber; 360 Degrees Ale; Virgin Stout; and Hop Valley…

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World’s Smallest Mass Produced Beer Can?

My son is in Japan at the moment.  He sent me a photo of what may be the world’s smallest mass-produced beer can. Do you have any unusual beer cans or bottles?  Send me a picture (firkinron@firkinbeer.com).  If I’m impressed, I’ll post it.  

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On The Road Again – Across the USA and Back

If you’ve noticed an absence of blog posts this week, it’s because I have been finalizing plans for an extensive road trip.  I’ll be visiting 20+ craft breweries and several pubs across the USA and reporting about my visits from the road (assuming my iPad cooperates).   Stayed tuned and read about my exploits.

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Wicks Brewing Company – Riverside, CA

During my review of the OC Brew Ha Ha, I reported that one of my favorite “new find” breweries was Wicks Brewing Company.  Located in Riverside, Wicks Brewing opened on 22 April 2013.  Wicks is not your typical microbrewery/gastropub.  In addition to offering tasty craft beers and food, patrons can brew their own Craft Beers…

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