San Clemente 3rd Annual Micro Brew Fest

Saturday, April 20th was the 3rd Annual San Clemente Micro Brew Fest hosted by Left Coast Brewery. There were 16 breweries on hand from Orange County, San Diego County, and the Inland Empire. Combined with a couple good friends, some good music, and perfect weather.... it was bound to be a great day!






My first stop was Mother Earth Brewing Co. because I haven't had the chance to try their brews. I went for the Hop Diggity Double IPA and it was really good. Next was Inland Empire Brewing Co. (another one that I had yet to try). I went for the Victoria (American Strong Ale). Over to Bootlegger's Brewery for their Golden Chaos. Check in at The Bruery for a quick taste of White Oak (this is some great stuff). Time to head back to the shade to visit Left Coast Brewery for some Hop Juice (one of my favorites).


We started off strong so we took a few minutes to enjoy some good music from Aloha Radio.











Back to work... The day wouldn't have been right if we hadn't stopped by Hangar 24 for their Double IPA. I would have to say that this one is right up there with my favorite Double IPA's, especially on warm days because it goes down so smooth (It's kind of scary for 9% ABV).







Slowing it down a bit we used our last 4 taste tickets for Beachwood BBQ & Brewing's Pole Position IPA. Then off to Noble Ale Works for a Big Whig IPA. Last, but certainly not least was another stop at The Bruery for some Loakal Red and then finishing off at Hangar 24 with an Orange Wheat.













Overall this was a great event. For $25 presale (included 10 4-oz. tasters), I thought it was reasonably priced. The crowd was great and the brewery selection was good. The only real thing that needs a makeover was the food that was pretty run of the mill. If the weather is as nice as it was this year, I will definitely make it back next year!