Barley & Sword Brewing has officially made its way to North County. In this episode of I Like Beer, the crew sits down with that two-year-old company’s owner Mike Howell to talk about his new Escondido tavern, old-world beer styles, cask ale and the stories behind the beers. Mike shares Barley & Sword’s origin, from Viking-age living history and Dungeons & Dragons to traditional brewing and the challenge of creating a true tavern experience in San Diego. The crew also talks about their recent Denver beer adventures, including Coors, Left Hand Brewing and a bittersweet stop at Casa Agria Specialty Ales before its closure. Plus, San Diego Brewers Guild President Esthela Davila takes on the ILB Lightning Round. Pour yourself a beer, pull up a bar stool and join in the fun.
Barley & Sword Brewing’s taprooms are located at 800 West Grand Avenue in Escondido, and inside CRAFT by Brewery Igniter at 3052 El Cajon Boulevard, Suite 102 in North Park