Beer In Big D

Beer In Big D Brian Brown is a freelance writer covering the beer industry in Dallas/Fort Worth.

Brian's beer journey started in the 1990s, with a growing interest leading him to become a certified judge in the Beer Judge Certification Program. In 2013 he founded the website Beer in Big D, after which he co-authored the book North Texas Beer: A Full-Bodied History of Brewing in Dallas, Fort Worth and Beyond. His work has also appeared in The Dallas Morning News, Dallas Observer, D Magazine and Edible Dallas & Fort Worth.

City Brew Tours D-FW is launching this month, with the group expected to offer roughly 3-hour tours to at least 3 brewer...
06/16/2026

City Brew Tours D-FW is launching this month, with the group expected to offer roughly 3-hour tours to at least 3 breweries. Tours will be running in Dallas and Fort Worth.

Also, if you're looking for a side gig, the company is currently in need of additional drivers/tour guides.

Requirements: "Must have a clean driving record. Know the process of beer making, have marvelous social skills, and be able to work Th-Sun. Schedule is flexible. Pay is hourly + keep your tips after you WOW them with your craft beer knowledge and charming wit!"

To learn more about the opportunity, contact Billye Jean Brown at [email protected].

Website: https://www.citybrewtours.com/dallas-fort-worth/

North Texas craft beer events page updated for week of June 15. I suppose it's a good week to be a foodie on top of bein...
06/15/2026

North Texas craft beer events page updated for week of June 15. I suppose it's a good week to be a foodie on top of being a footie fan, considering the number of food-related festivities going on ahead of Father's Day. There are events featuring hot wings, pineapple, ribs, shrimp, wagyu steak and more. Details at the link in the comments. 🍻🍍πŸ₯©πŸ€

From the Riverside Shootout to a location just northeast of the Dallas Zoo. It took eight years to get here, but now Smi...
06/12/2026

From the Riverside Shootout to a location just northeast of the Dallas Zoo. It took eight years to get here, but now Smittox Brewing sets up as a spot where craft beer and community come together in space welcoming to all. 🍻

Beer in Big D provides coverage of the beer industry in Dallas, Fort Worth and the surrounding North Texas area.

Up around Avery Brewing in Boulder today, and just realized I only took pictures of the giant tanks. πŸΊπŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ
06/10/2026

Up around Avery Brewing in Boulder today, and just realized I only took pictures of the giant tanks. πŸΊπŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ

A few weeks ago while running a check on active licenses, I noticed a new Rahr Brewing Co. license pop up at Lakewood Br...
06/09/2026

A few weeks ago while running a check on active licenses, I noticed a new Rahr Brewing Co. license pop up at Lakewood Brewing Company. This, in addition to the company's current brewing license at Wild Acre in Fort Worth. Here's what it all means...

Beer in Big D provides coverage of the beer industry in Dallas, Fort Worth and the surrounding North Texas area.

North Texas craft beer events page updated for week of June 8. There are a few soccer-themed events on the page, but wit...
06/08/2026

North Texas craft beer events page updated for week of June 8. There are a few soccer-themed events on the page, but with most places having watch parties and/or specials almost every, the best way to keep track of what's happening with World Cup gatherings is by staying in tune with your favorite haunt's social media channels. For other goings on, check the link in the comments. 🍻

In addition to their regular lineup with beers like Black Lager and Sombre Imperial Stout, Oak Cliff Brewing Co in Dalla...
06/07/2026

In addition to their regular lineup with beers like Black Lager and Sombre Imperial Stout, Oak Cliff Brewing Co in Dallas is the current landing spot for the area’s OG gypsy brewer, Black Man Brewing. Among the current options is Smoked Origin, part of BlackMan’s Saison Sunday Cellar-Aged Series.

The World Cup is less than a week away. There will likely be more beer and more merch, but these are the WC-inspired bee...
06/05/2026

The World Cup is less than a week away. There will likely be more beer and more merch, but these are the WC-inspired beers out there as of today. Others will be added to the list as they are revealed. πŸ»βš½πŸ†

Beer in Big D provides coverage of the beer industry in Dallas, Fort Worth and the surrounding North Texas area.

06/03/2026

Inspired by recent partnerships that have popped up, here's a list of places where house beers are provided by a local brewery. I haven't decided how best to present this on the website, but if anyone knows of others, add them to the comments. 🍻

3 Barrels Grapevine - most of their draft beers are provided by 3 Nations Brewing. This spot is attached to Ferrari's Italian Villa in Grapevine, which has long been owned by the family of 3 Nations founder Gavin Secchi.
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Brya Zan, Plano - side concept of Malai Brewing, carries four of the brewery's year-round beers.
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Cenzo's Pizza & Deli, Dallas (Oak Cliff) - the restaurant's house beer, Cenzoni Italian Pilsner, is brewed by Oak Cliff Brewing Co.
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Ga***rd Texan Resort, Grapevine - the venue's house lager, Armadillo Pig, is brewed by Hop and Sting Brewing Co.
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Lockhart Smokehouse, Dallas/Plano - serves Lockhart Bock and Lockhart Lager from Bitter Sisters Brewery.
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Lockwood Distilling Co., Garland - serves Cold Standard German Lager and White Rock IPA(?) from White Rock Brewing Co.
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Parry's Pizza, multiple Texas locations - the restaurant's four signature beers are brewed by 3 Nations Brewing.
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The 206 Brewery, Roanoke - taproom now managed by Cowtown Brewing Company.
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What's On Tap NRH, North Richland Hills - the pub's house beer, I Remember My First Beer, is brewed by False Idol Brewing.

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North Texas craft beer events page updated for week of June 1. A trio of anniversary events lead the way on this week's ...
06/01/2026

North Texas craft beer events page updated for week of June 1. A trio of anniversary events lead the way on this week's roundup. Details at the link in the comments. Cheers! πŸ»πŸŽ‚

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