Lincoln’s Beard Brewing Company Taproom Now Open

Lincoln’s Beard Brewing Company, the newest Miami-Dade County craft brewery, is now open in the Bird Road Arts District (7360 SW 41st St., Miami). The taproom, which celebrated a soft opening on May 20, had a “fantastic” turnout, according to co-owner John Falco.  The original plan was to open by April 30,…

American Craft Beer Week in Miami Celebrates the Little Guy

American Craft Beer Week (ACBW) is a week of celebration that gives recognition to craft breweries in America. The Brewers Association defines a craft brewery as one that is independent, meaning that an owner who’s not a craft brewery doesn’t own more than a 25 percent stake in the company; and…

Shock Top Wants to Send Miami Grownups to Summer Camp

Who remembers summer camp? Long days filled with nature hikes, archery practice, and arts and crafts followed by campfires and possibly a first kiss.  The popularity of adult summer camps is rising, with places like Club Getaway in the Berkshires ferrying busloads of weary New York City grownups to the…

The Five Best Summer Beers at Brew at the Zoo

Miami’s weather gods smiled down upon beer fans at Saturday’s Brew at the Zoo. A cool breeze fell on Zoo Miami for the annual event that pairs 100 beers with great live music.  Dozens of breweries, large and small, showcased their best beers, while Grammy-winning hip-hop group Arrested Development entertained…

Clandestino Pub Craft Beer Bar Turns Into Mezcaleria

Anyone who’s been following cocktail culture the past few years knows a thing or two about mezcal, the smoky, flavorful Mexican agave spirit. In South Florida, it’s showing up on menus anywhere they serve Mexican food and tequila. But, at a newly renovated craft beer bar located in the heart…

Miami’s Best Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching. The holiday actually commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over France on May 5, 1862 — not Mexico’s Independence, which is celebrated in September. But, hey! Any excuse to knock back margaritas! Most every restaurant in Miami celebrates this festive occasion, but here are the…

Spanglish Ales Brewery Coming to Wynwood

The craft beer industry in Miami appears to be far from tapping out. On April 8, Miami’s Planning Commission approved plans for Spanglish Ales, a 4,303 square foot brewery located at 55 NW 25th St. in the Wynwood Arts District.  The South Florida Business Journal reports that longtime Miami resident Jurgen…

New Times’ Brew at the Zoo Is May 7: Here’s What You’ll Be Drinking

New Times’ Brew at the Zoo (BATZ), the seventh-annual celebration of suds, returns to Zoo Miami Saturday, May 7, with more beer, more food, and more entertainment than ever before. Miami’s largest beer festival (and the only one that features guest appearances by zoo creatures), offers unlimited samplings of more…

Unbranded Brewing Company Will Be Hialeah’s First Brewery and Taproom

Hialeah is getting a brewery. It’s called Unbranded Brewing Company and it’ll be located in the Leah Arts District.  Owner Zachary Swanson confirmed to the New Times that he recently acquired a 31,000 square-foot warehouse located at 1395 East 11th Avenue that’ll serve is the brewhouse.  Where most breweries in Miami…

Five New Rums to Try From the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival

Once again, this year’s Rum Renaissance Festival was filled with pirates, tiki aficionados, and rum.  The spirit, which conjures up visions of white sand beaches and swaying palm trees, is distilled anywhere sugar is grown, which makes it the most universally loved liquid in the world.  This year’s festival set…

Miami’s Five Best Outdoor Beer Gardens

While Miami has perpetual good weather spring is the optimal time to do anything outside in the city. It’s not too hot and afternoons are usually accompanied by a welcomed breeze that make outdoor activities enjoyable. So what is better than enjoying a drink in German style beer gardens with…

Islamorada: A Weekend Escape for Beer Lovers

The Florida Keys are world-renowned for perfect sunsets, a laid-back lifestyle, romantic nights, and active sun-filled days filled with fishing or diving. But it’s also the perfect weekend getaway for Miami beer lovers — especially Islamorada. This village in the middle keys consists of a chain of smaller islands. It’s…

Rum Renaissance Festival Returns With Rare Rums From Around the World

It’s time to channel your inner pirate because the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival returns to the DoubleTree Hilton Miami Airport Convention Center this weekend. The largest rum festival in the world, the Rum Renaissance Festival runs from Friday. April 15 – Sunday April 17 and literally features hundreds of rums from…

Employees Only to Open Miami Beach Location

Award-winning New York City bar Employees Only is expanding its scope by opening several additional locations in Singapore, Austin, and Miami Beach. According to the New York Times, Employees Only will open in the Washington Park Hotel complex, located at 1050 Washington Ave. The hotel’s website confirms the imminent arrival of the…