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.

Press release summary for Fruition Pineapple Ginger Blonde (new) and Raspberry Temptress (renewed), seasonals available ...
05/29/2026

Press release summary for Fruition Pineapple Ginger Blonde (new) and Raspberry Temptress (renewed), seasonals available now from Lakewood Brewing Company.

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

Just making it official, for those not already aware.
05/29/2026

Just making it official, for those not already aware.

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

A self-pouring tapwall is the main attraction at the new Oak & Stone in McKinney (the first of two franchises in North T...
05/28/2026

A self-pouring tapwall is the main attraction at the new Oak & Stone in McKinney (the first of two franchises in North Texas). The spot, which opened on May 19, is a Florida-based concept, but draft beers have a local focus. Plus, it's right down the street from BiBD HQ. More at the link in the comments. 🍻

North Texas craft beer events page updated for week of May 25. Check the link in the comments for details on anniversari...
05/25/2026

North Texas craft beer events page updated for week of May 25. Check the link in the comments for details on anniversaries, house fests, mudbug boils and more. 🍻

Beer, BBQ and...burros? That's what you'll find at Village Creek Brewing Co. in Rendon. More at the link in the comments...
05/24/2026

Beer, BBQ and...burros? That's what you'll find at Village Creek Brewing Co. in Rendon. More at the link in the comments. 🍺🍔🫏

Down south for a bit, so made a quick stop to check out where Murphy's Law Brewery & Pizzeria will look to be doing busi...
05/23/2026

Down south for a bit, so made a quick stop to check out where Murphy's Law Brewery & Pizzeria will look to be doing business later this year in Burleson. Just west of I-35W on W. Hidden Creek Parkway, this spot is in a retail development with a number of other businesses also under construction. 🍺🍕

The annual production/brewery size update. Manhattan Project again led the way in terms of barrelage, and the top tiers ...
05/22/2026

The annual production/brewery size update. Manhattan Project again led the way in terms of barrelage, and the top tiers didn't change much. As for overall production, North Texas was down again, but for a lot of breweries it was more or less status quo compared to last year, with relatively small declines in production. Details at the link in comments.

Pickled PBR. I keep seeing this and thinking…can the apocalypse be far behind? 🥒🍺🙄
05/21/2026

Pickled PBR. I keep seeing this and thinking…can the apocalypse be far behind? 🥒🍺🙄

05/20/2026

So, this is one of those 'not yet announced' things I was talking about a week or so back. Lockwood Distilling Co. is now serving beer at their Garland location, thanks to a partnership with White Rock Brewing Co.

Still some questions, but this confirms the Cowtown takeover of the former Soul Fire space in Roanoke.
05/19/2026

Still some questions, but this confirms the Cowtown takeover of the former Soul Fire space in Roanoke.

ANNOUNCEMENT. TAP ROOM TAKEOVER! Cowtown Brewing CompanyCBC Tap Room has taken over the The 206 Brewery Tap Room. Yes, you heard that right. You can now find more of your favorite right here In Roanoke, TX. We are excited to be a part of City of Roanoke, Texas Government and the exciting things happening here. If you enjoyed our Southlake Tap Room, you are going to LOVE this venue. Bring an appetite as well as there are some great food options available in the 206 Food Hall including Zaep, Scratch Kitchen, and Zaddy's Burger Co. and more Did we Mention we have a full Bar..... and there is a .Merrill Cigar Lounge as well. Be sure to Follow CBC Tap Room and The 206 Brewery for Events and Specials.

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