Firestone Walker Brewing

Right off the bat, you notice a distinct difference.  That first taste of Firestone Walker's DBA and it's clear, the brew is done in the British style and very close to that of a UK beer (not that I've had a tremendous amount of them) but enough to know the difference.

Firestone Walker Brewing Company is located in California's central coast in an up and coming
Santa Ynez Wine Country, boasting some fantastic red wines with big flavor, but this blog isn't about wine.  Paso Robles is a town rich with food, festivals and my wife's family and a natural fit for a brewery such as Firestone Walker.

Birthed out of a desire for a better ale, Adam Firestone (not unfamiliar to the ladies whom I'm sure tuned into season 3 of The Bachelor) and David Walker have done just that, while their ale's are unique and boast big flavors, it's their Proprietor's Reserve Series and Anniversary Ale Library that will blow you away.

With three bottles put away, Parabola, 13 and Sucaba, I will look forward to a special occasion with special people to sit back and open one of these unparalleled beers.  When I do, you can be certain you'll be the first to know.  Next time you are rolling through California's Central Coast, pull off of the 101 and enjoy what GABF (Great American Beer Festival) labeled the 2011 Brewery of the year.

Cheers