It’s a bit of a running joke at this point. Every time a brewery opens up in Central Oregon, the first reaction is often “Surely there’s no way this city can sustain yet another craft brew outlet.” Then, a few months later, another brewery opens. Then another, then another. It never fails. Such is the […]
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Streaming Killed the Video Star
A new doc muses over “The Last Blockbuster”
Bend is famous for so many different and random things; not just our majestic lakes, snow-capped mountains or miles of trails, and not even limited to our beer, coffee and…a lot more beer. We’re now newly famous for having the last Blockbuster Video in the country, nay, the entire world! Something you could find three […]
Posted inBest Of Central Oregon
Best Local Brewer
Sean Garvin, Deschutes Brewery
1st Place: Sean Garvin, Deschutes Brewery 2nd Place: Tonya Cornett, 10 Barrel 10 Barrel Brewing Co. Pub & Brewing Facility 62950 NE 18th St., Bend 541-241-7733
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Best Light Beer
Pub Beer, 10 Barrel
1st Place: Pub Beer, 10 Barrel 10 Barrel Brewing Co. Pub & Brewing Facility 62950 NE 18th St., Bend 541-241-7733 2nd Place: Sweet As Pacific Ale, GoodLife Brewing GoodLife Brewing 70 SW Century Dr., Bend 541-728-0749
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Another Accolade from Outside Mag
Bend wins again in… wait for it… a beer category
When looking for an excellent brew in Bend, craft brewery Crux is the obvious choice. Or Deschutes, or GoodLife, or Boneyard Beer, or Silver Moon, or Worthy or 10 Barrel…. Maybe that’s why Outside magazine deemed Bend one of the best towns in the U.S. to make a beer run in 2018. Bonus: if a […]
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Something Old, Something New
The return of Swill and some tasty Yakima brews
It’s mid-July and judging by the crowds downtown and at every drinking establishment, it’s another very good summer for local beer fans. The proliferation of new bars and restaurants dotting Central Oregon has brought a wild amount of variety to the drinking scene this summer. But some things are still eternal, as 10 Barrel is […]
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Trademark Disputes? In My Cider?
Why Atlas went Avid over the weekend
It was a lovely, sunny weekend for Avid Cider Co. to celebrate its fifth birthday. Carnival rides were humming in the parking lot, bands played, and there was plenty of Avid cider, Avid T-shirts, Avid stickers and Avid sunglasses on offer for everyone. If the name “Avid” sounds unfamiliar, though, it’s understandable—until last weekend, the […]
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Central Oregon’s Best Patios
12 spots to post up, grab a beverage and watch the world go by
When it’s gorgeous outside, Central Oregonians need little additional reason to sit out and sip something delish. Here’s where to go to get your slice of patio heaven.
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10 Barrel West Back Open
Stop holding your breath, west siders—your steak nacho dreams can come true again
If you’re one of those west siders who hasn’t been content to trek to the east side (gasp!!) to enjoy 10 Barrel’s full pub menu at their east side location over the past few months, you can now breathe a sigh of relief. No more need for you to cross the river and subject yourself […]
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The State of Beer in Beer Town, USA
A Q&A with two local brewers
For our annual Beer Issue, the Source sat down with two of Bend’s OG brewers to chat about the state of beer in Bend, what they imbibe and just general beery-ness. Mark Henion is the brewmaster at Boneyard Beer, and Bobby Jackson is innovation head brewer at 10 Barrel Brewing. Source Weekly: Where did you […]
