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The Capital of Craft

Where hoppiness meets happiness

Discover San Diego's Craft Beer Scene

San Diego's meteoric rise as a craft beer capital has added an exciting element to the community, with more than 150 breweries, plus brew pubs and tasting rooms scattered across the county. Local pioneers like Karl Strauss Brewing, Stone Brewing Co.Ballast PointCoronado Brewing, AleSmith and Pizza Port lead the charge, anchoring a beer scene with everything from backyard and nano-breweries to world-renowned mega craft brewing companies regularly serving up gold medal brews. Navigating San Diego's dynamic craft beer breweries and tasting haunts is an ideal way to explore the city's diverse neighborhoods and get a taste of local craft beer culture.

The Nation's No. 1 Craft Beer Destination

San Diegan's take beer seriously (in a laid-back sort of way). In fact, San Diego was named the "Top Beer Town" in America by Men's Journal and cited as a "sunny heaven for suds lovers" by the New York Times. San Diego brews have also gained national and international recognition, consistently earning medals at the Great American Beer Festival, World Beer Cup and other competitions.

Tasting Opportunities Abound

Sampling these award-winning brews is best experienced at the source—nothing tastes better than a beer poured fresh from a tap that's only feet away from the tank in which it was made. And for the real craft brew enthusiasts who want to pull back the curtain and see where the magic happens, a brewery tour is a must. Many of the local breweries offer behind-the-scenes tours, where you have a chance to meet the brewers and learn about the process of making great beer, San Diego style. Guided tours, which leave the driving to someone else, are also a great way to experience San Diego's craft beer scene.

Brewpubs throughout the county create a winning combination of brewery and restaurant with top-tier chefs pairing beers with delicious plates, hand crafted to perfectly complement a pint of San Diego's finest. Smaller brewers often partner with a rotating contingent of food trucks that cook-up creative fare that rivals any kitchen without wheels.

So whether you are looking to just grab a pint or to pair one with locally sourced dishes, San Diego's craft breweries and brewpubs have you covered, making San Diego the perfect place for a libation vacation.

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San Diego Brewers on The Craft Beer Capital of America

Beer Events

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Sunday Trivia Night!

Original 40 Brewing
Oct 22, 2023 - ongoing

Join us for San Diego's Best Trivia , as awarded by Reader in 2023!  Beginning at 7pm every Sunday, test your knowledge and enter for a chance to win prizes and gift cards !

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FIGHT INFLATION on This Elevated Wine Tasting

San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours
Mar 11 - ongoing

We call ourselves “The Inflation Fighters”. We LOVE to bring you a high-end; VIP wine tasting experience for a low price. We haven’t changed our all inclusive pricing since 2010!...

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HOME OF THE FAMOUS WINERY TRAIN TOUR OF SAN DIEGO

San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours
Feb 20 - ongoing

The deluxe Chauffeured Winery Tour has been delighting tens of thousands of guests since 2010! It's our most popular tour because we take you to the actual vineyards so you get the whole experience...

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San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours
Valid: Feb 15 - ongoing

Looking for the perfect gift that will leave a lasting impression? Elevate the gifting experience with our Winery Tour Gift Cards – the passport to a grape-infused adventure that promises to...

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$20 off 4 Tickets-Father's Day Tour OR $5 off each

San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours
Valid: Mar 8 - ongoing

BOOK A FATHERS DAY TOUR  and get $20 off 4 tickets. Singles and couples: Enjoy $5 off each ticket! Or is Dad a wine lover? Join us for a  VIP CHAUFFEURED WINERY TOUR ! We'll visit...

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Original 40 Brewing
Valid: Jun 26, 2023 - ongoing

Receive a FREE Fish Taco with your same-day San Diego Convention Center Badge! 

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