El Cid Brewing
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BEER NEWS
North Park brewery to close…really this time
The craft beer industry is, by nature, an against-the-grain, alternative scene made up of people largely doing things their own…
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BEER NEWS
Beer Briefs: A NorCal alt-prop, a sudsy speakeasy and an enigma
With so much local beer news to report, it’s time for another installment of Beer Briefs, our quick-hit coverage of…
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BEER NEWS
End date set for North Park brewery
In 2023, El Cid Brewing’s monthly numbers were on a steady upward trajectory toward sustainable profitability. Those figures inspired owners…
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BEER NEWS
El Cid Brewing’s owners have a plan…and a plan B
Last summer, Eric Bridges and Terry Kellar were bullish on their 14-month-old North Park business, El Cid Brewing. Located near…
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BEER OF THE WEEK
Beer of the Week: Belgian Dark Strong Ale
As a kid, my first real run-in with stress ‒ like real, hardcore stress ‒ came watching my stepfather vying…
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BEER NEWS
El Cid Brewing expands footprint in North Park
It’s been two years since Eric Bridges and Terry Kellar took over the 2,000-square-foot North Park spot that once housed…
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BEER NEWS
San Diegans turn in golden performance
As locals ready themselves for the gluttonous treats, free-flying rides, completionist exhibits and concerts that will come with next month’s…
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HOMEBREWING
Release & Recipe: Scotty’s Struggle
Local homebrewer Jim Connor has submitted his recipes for consideration by professional brewing companies as part of our Homebrew Summer…
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BEERCASTS
91X Beer for Breakfast: El Cid Brewing
The Navy is a big part of San Diego’s history and culture, so it’s with great pride that the 91X…
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BEER NEWS
2023 state fair beer-comp winners
Last week, winners of the California State Fair’s annual professional brewing competition were announced. Local breweries performed very well, more…
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