One year ago, when COVID-19 first threatened to become a full blown pandemic in the U.S., breweries throughout New Mexico took various approaches as to how they would handle the newly mandated restrictions. After much reflection, choices were made on the next steps that would be best for the business, and for the community. For…
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Ponderosa Brewing has high spirits for the new year
While the pandemic shuttered many businesses across the state, one of Albuquerque’s most up-and-coming neighborhoods, The Sawmill District, has experienced rapid growth even in the past year. At the heart of it is Ponderosa Brewing, which just completed its sixth year in business this September, and remains a steadfast presence in the local brewery scene….
Santa Fe Brewing donates back to hourly staff and looks to brighter days ahead
Since the quarantine began, local breweries have handled the change in multiple ways. Among the announcements of closures and re-openings, new hours, sanitary procedures, specials and discounted prices, and an increase in package and to-go offerings, something else began to stand out. A genuine concern for the newly disrupted livelihood of the breweries’ front-liners —…
Breweries offering promotions throughout the state during the pandemic
In these uncertain times, one thing is certain: we are still thirsty. For social interaction, for a sense of community, and of course, for beer. Even in their darkest hour, many of the local breweries are responding by offering various promotions to help us, the consumers, get the libations we require while on a limited…
Thirsty Eye takes multimedia approach to create community gathering space
A new year offers a time for reflection. What have we accomplished over the last year? The last six months? For the team at Thirsty Eye Brewing, the answer to that question is a lot. Having just opened in mid-June, their already impressive list of events, workshops, and of course, beers, only continues to grow….
Turquoise Trail quickly becoming favorite neighborhood stop on East Central
Walking into Turquoise Trail is kind of like walking into a scene from Cheers, to a place where you feel welcome and everybody knows your name, despite the fact that it hasn’t even been in business for six months. I was immediately greeted by Felicia, once a frequent customer herself, and now an employee since…
Black Snout Brewhouse grand opening is a successful start to summer
On the first day of summer, a steady flow of thirsty people made its way to Black Snout Brewhouse when the newest Northeast Heights watering hole on Juan Tabo and Menaul opened its doors to the public on Friday. Since our last visit a little over a month ago, the finishing touches have been put…
ABQ Beer Week: Red Door hosts lecture on effects of climate change on brewing
From shifting weather patterns to the decimation of wildlife habitat, potential concerns surrounding climate change are continuously being brought to light with new research. Now, two local researchers are working to determine the effects of climate change on the beer brewing process. They will present their findings and discuss future directions in a lecture to…
ABQ Beer Week: Food trucks prepare for battle at Red Door
As Beer Week approaches its opening weekend, calendars fill up, and schedules start to get hectic. It’s nice to take a step back and consider the important questions — specifically, who is going to win this year’s Red Door Food Truck Battle? The battle goes down from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday at Red…
Sidetrack gears up for a productive year ahead by focusing on the little things
Going into their fourth year, Sidetrack Brewing Company owners Dan Herr and Anne O’Neill have one main goal — making their beer even better. To achieve that goal, they first had to acquire some new equipment, including a 7-barrel fermenter and an expanded walk-in cooler. Coming off a big year in sales, during which, Anne…
