Come and sample the unique brews from Oakland United and 40 other breweries at the 6th Annual Ales for ALS Beer Festival at Faction Brewing on Saturday, July 27, 1- 5 PM! The festival raises funds for the ALS Therapy Development Institute, the world’s leading ALS research foundation, toward the goal of finding therapies and cure for [...]
As part of Oakland United's annual memorial tribute to our friend and colleague, Andrew Ritter, we're releasing our new Hoppy Saison, brewed using a blend of Mosaic, Simcoe, Sabro, Loral, and HBC 630, 344, 692, and 56 hops, provided by Yakima Chief Hops and Loftus Ranches. Each year, Brewmaster Shane Aldrich varies the beer style to honor Andrew's [...]
The Oakland Zoo’s 27th Annual Walk in the Wild is one of the Bay Area’s premier fundraising events. We will be joining other microbreweries, wineries and the Bay Area’s top chefs on Saturday, June 22 (5:30 - 8 PM), for a unique evening in one of Oakland's crown jewels. Eat and drink as you [...]
In honor of LGBTQ Pride Month, the Jack London Brewing District presents Pride Not Prejudice, a saison made with lemongrass, white peppercorns and makrut lime leaves. A portion of the proceeds from its sale will be donated to the Oakland LGBTQ Community Center, which is dedicated to enhancing and sustaining the well-being of Oakland’s LGBTQ [...]
Enjoy the delicious offerings from Oakland United and 30+ local craft breweries at the dog-friendly Session Beer Fest in Jack London Square on Saturday, the 25th (1-5 PM). Sample a wide range of thoughtfully crafted, full-flavored and super refreshing low-ABV brews. All proceeds benefit Bike East Bay in their local advocacy of better, safer biking. Still [...]
Oakland United is proud to be part of Brewbies, benefiting Keep A Breast Foundation, whose mission is to empower young people around the world with breast health education and support. Join us at Faction Brewing on Saturday, May 4 (VIP access at noon, general admission 1-5 PM) where we will be featuring the perfectly [...]
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and that can only mean it's beer festival season! Join us on Saturday (April 27, 1-5 PM) for the Lodi Beer Fest and State BBQ Championship at the Ole Mettler Pavilion in Lodi and on Sunday (April 28, 1 PM) for Beer Mitzvah at the Temple Israel of Alameda. Come [...]
Join us at Bear's Lair for a Tap Takeover (12-5 PM) and at Henry's on Durant for beer, food and tailgating on Big Game Saturday, Nov 17. We're also always on tap at Raleigh's Pub on Telegraph so come on by to say Hi! and enjoy Oakland United's finest as we watch Cal retake the Axe! Go Bears! [...]
Who doesn't love a dark hearty beer at this time of year? We made a monster Imperial Stout weighing in at 11.55% with notes of citrus, dried fruit, coffee and a bit of heat. Tres Chiles has a balanced kick of chiles that add warmth but won't overpower your taste buds. Think of it [...]
In case you missed it, the new brew house passed its inspection so we are ready to rock and roll! Brewmaster Shane Aldrich is polishing up his shiny new cauldrons and concocting exciting new offerings. Stay tuned for the Tres Chiles Imperial Stout, Belgian Dubble and Apricot Cranberry Hefeweizen! While final refinements are made [...]
