Kendall Jones

@beerblog
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Seattle-based, world-focused writer, editor, and producer. Craft beer advocate. Keeping my finger on the pulse of the craft beer universe, reporting what is interesting, important, or entertaining. Producer of the Washington Beer Blog and The Taster Tray. Also, a border collie dad — i.e., a well-trained fetch thrower.
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Kendall JonesFeb 23, 2023
On tomorrow’s Taster Tray we discuss the idea of craft beer going global or even nuclear. Sort of. Subscribe today, get it tomorrow when it drops. #CraftBeer https://thetastertray.beehiiv.com/subscribe.
The Taster Tray

Sign up to get our free, fun, and informative craft beer newsletter. We'll deliver it to your inbox weekly, with a grin. Usually about a 4 min read.

The Taster Tray
Kendall JonesFeb 17, 2023
Yesterday's topic du jour on The Taster Tray was the rising popularity of mix packs, like the variety 12 pack. One of the only bright spots in beer sales these days. What does it say about today's beer consumers? Check it out, subscribe to our weekly craft-focused beer newsletter here. #Beer #CraftBeer https://thetastertray.beehiiv.com/subscribe?ref=Li9U8LU3ur
The Taster Tray

Sign up to get our free, fun, and informative craft beer newsletter. We'll deliver it to your inbox weekly, with a grin. Usually about a 4 min read.

The Taster Tray
Kendall JonesFeb 16, 2023

Bellingham's beloved Stemma Brewing is expanding distribution around the Seattle metro area. Keep an eye out for their delicious beers. Just signed on with River Barrel Distributing. #CraftBeer #Beer

https://washingtonbeerblog.com/stemma-brewing-expands-distribution-with-river-barrel-distributing/

Stemma Brewing expands distribution with River Barrel Distributing

River Barrel Distributing just announced the addition of another Pacific Northwest brand to its catalog: Stemma Brewing Company.

Washington Beer Blog
Kendall JonesFeb 13, 2023
Last week on The Taster Tray, we discussed the growing popularity of 12-packs of craft beer. Also, some happy news regarding on-premise sales. What tasty stuff will we talk about on The Tray this week? Subscribe to our weekly craft-focused beer newsletter and find out. https://thetastertray.beehiiv.com/subscribe
The Taster Tray

Sign up to get our free, fun, and informative craft beer newsletter. We'll deliver it to your inbox weekly, with a grin. Usually about a 4 min read.

The Taster Tray
Kendall JonesFeb 12, 2023
What’s on your beer menu for the big game? I don’t too often gravitate to hazies, but tried this at the brewery yesterday and 👍👍. Grabbed some to go. A tasty limited release beer from 7 Seas Brewing. #CraftBeer #Beer #DrinkLocalBeer
Kendall JonesFeb 9, 2023
This week on The Taster Tray we'll discuss trends in package size (beer packaging sizes) and also some positive news coming out of the on-premise world. Subscribe now and read it when it drops tomorrow. #CraftBeer #BeerNews #beer
https://thetastertray.beehiiv.com/subscribe
The Taster Tray

Sign up to get our free, fun, and informative craft beer newsletter. We'll deliver it to your inbox weekly, with a grin. Usually about a 4 min read.

The Taster Tray
Kendall JonesFeb 5, 2023
Last week on The Taster Tray I discussed Craft Beer’s need to start telling its story again. To capture a new audience that already loves what we do, but doesn’t know we do it. What will I discuss on this week’s Tray? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and find out. Check it out here. http://www.thetastertray.com. #CraftBeer #BeerNews
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Kendall JonesFeb 5, 2023
Washington Hop Mob kicked off yesterday and continues today and for the next week. What’s Hop Mob? A series of events featuring Hop Mob beers. What are those? Washington-brewed beers that offers outstanding hop characters, a complete expression of hop character, at least 50 IBU, brewed exclusively for Hop Mob. Get out there and dive into some hoppy goodness! Details on the website http://www.wahopmob.com #CraftBeer #SeattleBeer
Washington Hop Mob 2023

The term Hop Mob refers to a robust collection of Washington-brewed beers that express outstanding hop character and the events dedicated to those beers.

Washington Hop Mob
Kendall JonesJan 22, 2023
My most recent edition of The Taster Tray discusses a couple of interesting, news-inspired topics. The future of craft beer distribution and updating older brands. Check it out, subscribe if you like. #CraftBeer #CraftBrewing #CraftBreweries http://www.thetastertray.com
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Kendall JonesJan 19, 2023
Here in the Pacific Northwest, the dark is long and the days are short this time of year, but Pike Brewing wants to help you face the remains of winter w/ these two new, limited-release beers. #CraftBeer #CraftBreweries http://washingtonbeerblog.com/two-new-beers-from-pike-brewing-including-a-huge-barrel-aged-stout/
Two new beers from Pike Brewing, including a huge barrel-aged stout

Pike Brewing introduces two limited-release beers to help you face the dark season of short days. A barrel-aged stout and a hazy double IPA.

Washington Beer Blog