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Brewpubs

Welcome to the Golden (Pilsner) State Brewpub Guide!

California is the mother lode of great brewpubs. The goal of this site is to keep you informed and connected to as many as possible. Try to locate a new one in your area or perhaps lookup an old favorite. The brewpub scene is constantly changing so if you have any updated information give me a zap.

Brewpubs 101

What is a brewpub? What is the difference between a brewpub and a microbrewery?

Lets start by defining a microbrewery. A microbrewery is a brewery that produces relatively small quantities of beer (less than 15,000 barrels per year). Many microbreweries (like Sierra Nevada), have become so successful that they can no longer be considered microbreweries. However, they are still not in the same class as the really big breweries (and that's a good thing).

A brewpub is a brewery with a pub. A brewpub isn't limited to just small brewers. As long as the beer is brewed and served on the premises it qualifies as a brewpub. Brewpubs typically include a kitchen, and in fact many offer first class menus. Brewpubs range from the trendy and upscale to the local neighborhood hangout.