Hood river home to thriving brewery culture in columbia gorge. The population stands around 7,000, yet its home to five breweries, not counting the brewpubs across the columbia river in washington. Ferment brewery project will have ties to portland and hood river, oregon. He contributed to the oxford companion to beer and is frequently published by all about beer, draft magazine, drink me, and craft by umh. Born out of an appreciation for the art of fermentation, ferment offers a unique family of beers and kombuchas that tap the wild terrain of the columbia river gorge. Full sails west coast style ipa, hood river hazy ipa and bohemian pilsner round out the brewery s local, classic lineup of balanced and ridiculously tasty beers and are complemented by pacific. Hood river oregon hood river county chamber of commerce. Since 1911, the oregon blue book has been providing readers with.
Our hedonist ipa is a locals favorite, and is the only beer your will find on draft year round. We combine malts and hops from the belgian, french, and german countryside, which then ferments with yeast captured from the wind on the slopes of mt. The ale list local breweries will tap new wares for this weekends annual zwickelmania tour. Portland ovino market hood river portland cider co. The oregon brewers guild has compiled a frequently updating list of what breweries are continuing to operate and in what capacity, from beer to go, to food to go, to beer delivery. Hood river oregon chamber of commerce provides all the info you need on where to eat, drink, stay, and the many things to do in beautiful hood river county. Yaeger has appeared on nprs marketplace with kai ryssdal. Looking for tickets or information for events around the gorge. Hood to create a truly unique ale that is both refreshing and wonderfully complex. Demand for pfriems awardwinning beer is off the charts, and around 75% of the brewerys production is being sold in oregon.
Called the windsurfing capital of the world, hood river is located at the panoramic crossroads of the columbia river gorge and the cascade range. Waucoma bookstore is the ticket vendor for many events in hood river and the surrounding area. Hood river valleys fruit loop, columbia river gorge, oregon. Hood river was just named as one of the top 10 wine travel destinations in 2017 by wine enthusiast magazine. This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of beer and brewing in oregon, one of the leading states in the craft brew revolution. The 15 most anticipated new oregon breweries of 2017 new. Solera brewery specializes in creating unique, one of a kind beers in small batches. Ferment white river saison ale follows in the tradition of the small farmhouse breweries of wallonia. Full sails west coast style ipa, hood river hazy ipa and bohemian pilsner round out the brewerys local, classic lineup of balanced and ridiculously tasty beers and are complemented by pacific.
Why hood river is a mustvisit destination for oregon beer. The vista is just gravy, thoughthe real reason to visit is the beer. Numerous breweries await within about a halfhour of hood river, on both sides of the river. Hood and learn how we grow, distill and handcraft lavender into natural high quality botanical products right here on the farm.
Ferment is a modern brewery that fuses traditional farmhouse techniques with a forwardthinking scientific approach. Hood river has plenty, from waterfront lodges to boutique hotels to affordable motels many of which offer outstanding views of the columbia river as well as modern amenities such as pools, hot tubs and exercise rooms. Our talented brewmaster, neil brent, brews our beer on a 4 barrel system, creating unique, small batch brews, 8 half barrel kegs, 960 pints at a time. Come explore, shop and enjoy a breathtaking view of majestic mt. Today is the release of the brand new guidebook on the breweries of oregon, aptly titled, oregon breweries. In hood river, pfriem will continue to brew all of its beer, and. Order online, email or call your orders in, and pick them up at the store. And with breweries spanning the gorge, give it up for the gorge brewery passport map that will help you visit. Full sail brewing company, hood rivers awardwinning craft brewery since 1987, has launched a new package design along with three new beers.
Were lured by the nature and beauty that surrounds us, joined by our passion and love for life, bonded by respect and our mutual commitments to produce exceptional beer, and united in promoting and progressing our craft. From the beginning, the goal was to make beers that we liked to drink. Waucoma also has a wonderful selection of toys, cards, journals, calendars, and windchimes something for everyone. Who knows, but one thing we can say with confidence is that hood river loves its beerand so will you. We first caught word of ferment when we heard pfriem family. This date is subject to change based upon recommendations and guidelines from the center for disease control, oregon health authority, governor kate brown and hood river. Upcoming ferment brewery has portland and hood river ties. It leads through the spectacular hood river valley and into the columbia river gorge, the nations most visited national scenic area. In search of the best craft breweries from the south pacific to the pacific coast, kirk captures the best in the west, from the shores of maui.
Hood river itineraries hood river chamber of commerce. A destination big horses prime location overlooking downtown hood river has been a favorite in the hood river scene for the last 30 years. Foster writes books about portland and nearby places in the pacific northwest. It may be the first company in oregon to produce all. With incredibly well crafted, seasonal menu items, a great selection of house brewed small batch ales and lagers, region wines, handcrafted cocktails, and an unparalleled dinner view, a night at big horse brew pub is a night youll remember. Approximately 25 miles 40 km long from its mouth to its farthest headwaters on the east fork, the river descends from wilderness areas in the cascade range on mount hood and flows through the agricultural hood river valley to join the columbia river in. Things to do in hood river, oregon columbia river gorge. Full sails west coast style ipa, hood river hazy ipa and bohemian pilsner round out the brewerys local, classic lineup of balanced and ridiculously tasty beers and are complemented by pacific northwestbased creative continued. Situated in the columbia gorge, and surrounded by fields, orchards, vineyards, and at the foot of mount hood, hood river is. In the first of his fourbook north american series, craft beer country. Jan 10, 2017 the space is 7,000 square feet with lots of room for parties, bar games, outdoor seating and yes, kids. Founded in 1934 and headquartered in hood river, ore. Here are oregon breweries offering togo beer, deliveries. Beer and cider aplenty in this picturesque columbia gorge city.
Ours is a brewers brewery, with an uncompromising focus on beer quality. Possibly the most delayed project on the books in portland is exalameda brewer carston haneys portland as fuck ross island brewing. Yakima valley, in washington, is the largest hop producer in the country, and columbia gorge breweries take full advantage of the bounty. From downtown, you can walk to four hood river breweries, where you can taste awardwinning craft beer and enjoy great food that that goes well beyond your typical pub fare. Known for its kiteboarding and windsurfing, this city on. The hamlet of hood river, nestled on the oregon bank of the columbia river gorge, is a kiteboarders and hikers dream come true. Hood river area beer bars, brewpubs, breweries and more. Its got everything you need for your oregon beer tour, and so much more. If youre looking for a complex beer, an aged brew, or some unfiltered suds, make your way to hood river. Between the willamette valley, the gorgeous coastline, and 192 breweries and counting, oregon easily makes the list of top global beer destinationswhich can make an oregon beercation seem a little overwhelming. Breweries in hood river, oregon and hood river, oregon. Who knows, but one thing we can say with confidence is that hood river loves its beer and so will you. Start your weekend off right with this this mellow, picturesque hike. Daniel peterson left pfriem family brewers going on two years ago to open his own spot simply called ferment.
Waucoma bookstore serving the columbia gorge since 1976. Approximately 25 miles 40 km long from its mouth to its farthest headwaters on the east fork, the river descends from wilderness areas in the cascade range on mount hood and flows through the agricultural hood river valley to join the columbia river in the columbia. Features 190 breweries and brewpubs brewery profiles include beers brewed. Situated in the columbia gorge, and surrounded by fields, orchards, vineyards, and at the foot of mount hood, hood river is a popular tourist destination. Columbia lot, 5th and columbia, downtown, hood river, or 97031 contact. The 15 most anticipated new oregon breweries of 2017. As of monday, march 23, we will be closed indefinitely. Columbia gorge oregon breweries northwest microbreweries. Sandwiched somewhere between the aladdin theater and lucky. Hoods town of parkdale, oregon is launching a brewery next month. Enjoy local produce, wines, upick fruit, special events, and a scenic drive.
A first look at brian yaegers new book, oregon breweries. Its the goto destination for foodies, trekkers, historians and adrenaline junkies. Known for its kiteboarding and windsurfing, this city on the columbia river is also home to a thriving. Mount hood towers over hood river, a top oregon recreation town in the columbia river gorge. Oregons premier lavender farm, lavender valley invites you to create unforgettable memories while enjoying the color, splendor and aroma of lavender. South of hood river in the fruitorchard town of parkdale, solera has a perfect view of nearby mt hood. Our taplist changes regularly, so you can find a new favorite every time you visit. View orchards family, a fruit stand and farm operation that makes wine under the grateful vineyard label and produces their own golden row ciders inhouse. Explore these four fascinating gorge towns, from east to west. Hood river hops fest hood river county chamber of commerce. The hood river, formerly known as dog river, is a tributary of the columbia river in northwestern oregon in the united states. But it also offers something many other small towns lack.
Hood river county also has some of the best kayaking, mountain biking, downhill and nordic skiing, and hiking areas in the united states. Full sail brewing company, hood river s awardwinning craft brewery since 1987, has launched a new package design along with three new beers. The pfriem store offers a wide range of branded apparel, glassware, growlers, gift cards, and even beer shipped to your door. Within oregon, he helps cover the beer front for portland monthly, willamette week, and drinkportland. Brewing was born out of a dream of a fifthgeneration oregon ranch. The 10 best oregon breweries with photos tripadvisor. The hood river county library district will be closed through april 28, 2020 due to covid19. As such, pfriem can be called the best brewery in the world. The oregon brewers guild has compiled a frequently updating list of what breweries are continuing to operate and in what capacity, from beer to. Written by portland based writer, brian yaeger, this comprehensive book will guide readers from near and afar on the 190 breweries that call home to our beloved state of oregon. Why hood river is a mustvisit destination for oregon beer lovers.