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Dreaming of fall? Four Peaks announces 2025 Tempe Oktoberfest dates

By Tirion Boan

Jul 9, 2025

Get ready for brats and beer. The Valley's longest-running Oktoberfest celebration will be here before you know it.

Wren House Brewing Co.'s newest taproom opens at PV

By Sara Crocker

Jun 19, 2025

This Chandler 'mom and pop' bottle shop wants to know your name

By Cody Fitzpatrick

May 27, 2025

This welcoming bottle shop invites customers to learn about beer and wine from all over the world.

This downtown Phoenix brewery has closed. What to know

By Tirion Boan

May 2, 2025

After its Chandler location shuttered in 2024, the brewery's downtown Phoenix taproom has now closed as well.

These 5 Arizona craft beers were named among the best in the world

By Sara Crocker and Tirion Boan

May 2, 2025

The World Beer Cup is known as the “Olympics of beer competitions.” This year, five Arizona breweries earned top honors.

The patio and taproom at Pinnacle Brewing Co.

Quick, get to the patio! Here are the best beer gardens to enjoy before summer

By Sara Crocker

Apr 18, 2025

Summer is coming in hot, so it's time to squeeze the most out of patio season. Here are our top spots to grab a cold one.

‘We need stability.’ Local brewers, Arizona politicians talk tariffs

By Sara Crocker

Apr 16, 2025

Brewery owners gathered with Gov. Katie Hobbs and Rep. Greg Stanton in Tempe to discuss how tariffs hurt local businesses.

Arizona Wilderness opens third Valley brewpub. Here's a look inside

By Tirion Boan

Apr 14, 2025

With desert murals and a locally sourced menu, the new restaurant and taproom made its debut this weekend.

This popular Phoenix brewery is closing its taproom. Here's what to know

By Tirion Boan

Apr 8, 2025

The local brewer is closing its only Phoenix taproom in order to focus on production. Fans have a few weeks left to visit.

Longtime Valley brewery has closed after more than a decade

By Sara Crocker

Mar 31, 2025

After serving stouts, IPAs and other popular craft brews for over 10 years, this Mesa brewery has closed its doors.

A group of young adults wearing rabbit ears.

Hop on over to Pedal Haus Brewery’s first Rabbit Ride in Tempe

By Madeline Sukoneck

Mar 25, 2025

Ever wanted to dress up like a bunny and ride around Tempe? Here's your chance.

10 dining, drinks deals for St. Patrick's Day around Phoenix

By Sara Crocker

Mar 13, 2025

The specials at these Valley restaurants, bakeries and bars will help you see (and save) green when you toast St. Paddy's.

Cave Creek taproom to replace Huss Brewing Co. in Phoenix. Here's what to know

By Sara Crocker

Feb 21, 2025

Mike Chapman managed the Huss taproom for five years. Now, the Chapmans are bringing their own beer bar to Uptown Plaza.

Craft beer has hit a nationwide slump. Phoenix brewers are adapting

By Sara Crocker

Feb 17, 2025

As tariffs and changing customer tastes hit the beer industry, brewers in Phoenix are shaking up their business models.

The Wandering Tortoise debuts a new food wagon. Here's what to expect

By Preslie Hirsch

Feb 14, 2025

The neighborhood beer bar has a new option on deck for customers who want to pair their brew with a bite.

Drink local during Arizona Beer Week at these 12 metro Phoenix events

By Sara Crocker

Feb 10, 2025

Celebrate craft brews at the Arizona Strong Beer Festival, beer pairing dinners and game nights for 10 days of fun.

Huss Brewing Co. shutters two taprooms. Here's what to know

By Sara Crocker

Feb 10, 2025

One of the state's largest brewers has closed its locations in Phoenix and Mesa.

Huss Brewing Co. to become the official craft beer of ASU sports

By TJ L'Heureux

Feb 7, 2025

The Tempe-based brewery is releasing Sun Devil-themed beers and opening a new taproom inside Mountain America Stadium.

Cocktails in trash cans: Valley bars craft specials for the WM Phoenix Open

By Sara Crocker

Feb 5, 2025

Five restaurants, breweries and bars have come up with unique sips, and vessels to serve them, for this raucous weekend.

Mesa’s 12 West Brewing sorry racist comedy show attracted neo-Nazis

By TJ L'Heureux

Jan 29, 2025

12 West said it didn’t do its homework on outrage comedian Leonarda Jonie, though a staffer says the owner enjoyed the show.

Beer & Breweries

Pepto and cigarettes? Find them at this Mesa brewery

This West Valley brewery has closed

Beer & Breweries

Pepto and cigarettes? Find them at this Mesa brewery

This West Valley brewery has closed

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