We look forward to sharing a beer with you in the New Year!
Saturday, December 31, 2022
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Our Team : The Brewers, Brian Bell
In 2013, I watched a couple of YouTube videos on home brewing. The next week, I bought an extract kit from Napa Fermentation and with the help of my neighbor, we made that first batch of Malty magic. I was amazed at the process of what we created; it was the best beer I’d ever tasted, (Haha), I was hooked.
In 2015, it was time to move to a more permanent brewing location where the space was dedicated to brewing. The “Brew Shack” was born about 1,000 ft from where SBC sits now. I can still remember how big the first commercial 3.5-barrel brew house system I brewed on seemed at that time, but now, seeing the 3.5 barrel fermenter next to our new 30-barrel fermenters, it reminds me how far we have come.
About myself, I was born and raised Benicia, CA. When I was young, I was always involved in open wheel racing. I raced dirt and pavement sprint gokarts locally and around the US from age 12 to 20. Later I started working in a machine shop in Vallejo after high school making Sprintcar parts. In 2010, I started working at a national laboratory as a machinist. Racing and Brewing are my life’s passion, right below my lovely wife Debbie of 35 years, 3 sons and 2 grandchildren.
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Sunday, December 25, 2022
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Malting Barley - Malting Process
In the malting process, the viable barley grains are converted into malt by germinating the grains to a selected degree, and then the germinated grains are dried in a kiln under carefully controlled processing conditions. Although malt production facilities around the world differ widely in design configuration and capacity, the basic process is the same. All maltsters strive for uniformity in the processes of steeping, germination and kilning, so that the resultant malt meets the functional requirements of brewing, distilling or food processing.
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Our Team : Ryan & Audrey
Audrey and Ryan met while working in the food service industry over 10 years ago.
In 2015 they were married, and in 2016 they had a little girl named Paisley, who you may see running around the property. Their baby boy Beau was born in 2019 and has subsequently joined his sister in her adventures around the property.
With nearly 15 years of food and beverage service between them, they now run SBC’s front of house operations, and they haven’t disappointed!
Ryan’s hobbies include reading, Dungeons & Dragons, and working out.
Audrey’s hobbies include buying coffee, playing and coaching softball, and helping others.
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5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Cornhole Trickshot Tutorial - How To Throw A Roll Shot
Want to get better at cornhole? By following these cornhole tips and tricks, you can step up your cornhole game, no matter what level you are at!
Monday, December 12, 2022
Cobbler Chronicles: Crustworthy Pastry Sour
4.5% ABV
Tis’ The Season to be Pastry. Fa la la la la, la la la la! Our take on the ever delicious Cobbler we all grew up with and loved for Dessert. The very first up in our Cobbler Chronicles Series is Crustworthy. A Blackberry Cherry Cobbler complete with a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream on top! We take our usual sour base and then add absurd amounts of Blackberry, Raspberry, Vanilla Ice Cream Mix, Brown Sugar, and Cinnamon. This sour will surely help bring in the Holiday cheer! Que your favorite festive tunes, get all nice and bundled up, and don’t get too stuffed! Trust us you'll want to save room for Dessert!
Cheers!
Mark Shaw
Head Brewer
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Friday, December 9, 2022
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Saturday, December 3, 2022
Our Team : Randy & Patty
It all started with a call from a friend saying there is this great home brewer (Brian Bell) that wants to take it to the next level and needs a place to brew at a much larger scale than in his garage. After trying his beer, that was it, we were in! Although our background is not in brewing beer, we have run multiple businesses in the past and we knew this one was going to be successful.
Fortunately, after talking with our son and daughter-in-law, Ryan and Audrey, they were willing to take this journey with us. Our true joy in owning SBC is watching our customers, their family and friends, enjoying the atmosphere and amenities we have created, not to mention the fantastic award winning beers our brewers produce!
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5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Thursday, December 1, 2022
December Food Trucks
Which are you looking forward to eating??!
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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Brewing Vocabulary : Irish Moss
Used as a clairifier in beer. Modified particles or powder of the seaweed Chondrus crispus that help to precipitate proteins in the kettle by facilitating the hot break.
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Sunday, November 27, 2022
Beer Foam
Foam is an important beer quality parameter. Foam formation depends on the presence of gas. Glycoproteims from malt are important for foam stability.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Monday, November 21, 2022
Brewing Vocabulary : Head Retention
The foam stability of a beer as measured, in seconds, by time required for a 1-inch foam collar to collapse.
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Friday, November 18, 2022
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Food Truck Highlight : Brunch in a Box
Brunch in a Box was founded by Mauricio and Fany. We both share over 30 year of experience in the culinary & hospitality industry. We are skilled in both food and beverage, and highly skilled in customer service. Our vision for Brunch in a Box is to bring together our culinary expertise offering a diverse menu of gourmet delights in a box. Our priority is to provide the best food and service out of a food truck window.
Every meal inside "the box" is handle with much care and enthusiasm. Our Mission is to deliver value in every meal, we will accomplish that by cooking with fresh local ingredients and serve decent portions. We are a food truck that offers gourmet meals, therefore food is made to order. Please be patient, some orders can take up to 15 minutes but on average wait is 10 minutes.
Our Motto:
Treat people the way they want to be treated.
“If you wouldn’t want it said to you, served to you or done to you, then, don’t say it, do it or serve it to your customers”
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5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Saturday, November 12, 2022
Mashing Pumpkins
6.7% ABV
21 IBU
Just in time for the Fall season this Ale comes packed with all the spices that fill the air this time of year. 50lbs of pumpkin purée, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh ginger root. Come down and enjoy a little pint of fall!
Cheers!
Mark Shaw
Head Brewer
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5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
How To Make Beer Can Turkey | H-E-B Recipes
Traditional beer can chicken but scaled up for a turkey. Serve this dish this Thanksgiving to impress your guests!
Sunday, November 6, 2022
Thursday, November 3, 2022
November Happenings...
WHAT'S HAPPENING...
> November 5th Live Music
Sam's Music Group
> November 19th Chief Solano
Kennel Club Meet & Greet
> November 24-27th
Closed for Thanksgiving
> Trivia EVERY Thursday
Starting at 6:00pm
> Cornhole EVERY Friday
Starting at 6:30pm
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Monday, October 31, 2022
BEER *CRASH COURSE*
Choosing beers can be VERY intimidating since there are like 100s of different styles and often we have no idea where to even start. If you're just starting out or have NO CLUE about beer this is the place to start :)
This is a fun easy crash course to help show you my recommended starter 6 (actually 7) pack that many of the other beers branch from. I truly believe once you understand these 7 popular beer styles all the other beers start to make sense.
Friday, October 28, 2022
2nd Annual TRUNK or TREAT, TOMORROW!
Trick or Treat! Are your costumes ready?? What is your favorite Halloween candy?
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5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Glassware : Weizen Glasses
Details
The weizen glass (or wheat beer glass) features thin walls and a lot of length to showcase the color of wheat beers. The design also locks in the style’s signature banana and clove aromas and provides proper space for a thick, fluffy head. They are sometimes confused with pilsner glasses, but there are important distinctions. A weizen glass typically holds a ⅕ liter of beer (compared to a pilsner’s 12 to 14 ounces), and it boasts some attractive curvature.
Appropriate Beer Styles
Wheat ale, dunkelweizen, hefeweizen, kristalweizen, weizenbock
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Address
5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Saturday, October 22, 2022
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Men Are From Märzen
5% ABV
30 IBU
This is our take on the classic and popular German Amber Lager that's drunk in Munich during Oktoberfest. This beer is to style! Malty, sweet, dry, bready, and crisp! This is an ode to the biggest beer festival in the world. Whether you're overseas, watching Sunday Football, or in your backyard kicking back. This beer sure won't disappoint. Prost!
Cheers!
Mark Shaw
Head Brewer
Sunday, October 16, 2022
REMINDER : Today, PAINT & SIP .. 3PM - 5PM
Check out our calendar on our website to keep up to date on what we have scheduled.
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Monday, October 10, 2022
2022 TRUNK or TREAT Sign Ups
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Our second annual trunk or treat coming Saturday October 29th, we hope to see you here!
Friday, October 7, 2022
Cornhole Tournament & Rockoustix - October 8th, See You Tomorrow!
TWO EVENTS, TWO TIMES ... See You Soon!
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Check out our calendar on our website to keep up to date on what we have scheduled.
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Craft Beer 101 - Crafting Better Beer Drinkers
Learn the basics about how beer is made, and then further that knowledge by heading over to our website and signing up for the monthly mixed case, and get FREE access to our Online Craft Beer Appreciation Course - The College of Craft.
Saturday, October 1, 2022
See You at 4PM, TODAY!
We can't wait to see you!
Check out our calendar on our website to keep up to date on who we have scheduled.
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
FAQ : CAN I BRING OUTSIDE FOOD?
Yes. You are more than welcome to bring outside food to Solano Brewing Company.
We also host food trucks so be sure to follow our social media accounts or subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated with upcoming food trucks.
Check out our calendar on our website to keep up to date on who we have scheduled.
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(707) 999-7221
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5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Sunday, September 25, 2022
League of Beers #TastingLeague Ep 13
We taste the beers in the August Mixed case in celebration of International Beer Day, IPA Day and our Birthday.
Thursday, September 22, 2022
FAQ : WILL FOOD BE SERVED?
We try our best to schedule and rotate food trucks serving at Solano Brewing Company.
However, food cannot be guaranteed due to supplies running out, last minute changes/cancellations, and unavailability of local caterers for certain dates.
Be sure to follow our social media accounts or subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated with upcoming food trucks.
Check out our calendar on our website to keep up to date on who we have scheduled.
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(707) 999-7221
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5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Monday, September 19, 2022
FAQ : CAN I BRING OUTSIDE ALCOHOL?
Outside alcoholic beverages are not allowed at Solano Brewing Company.
Come hangout with us and check out our tasty brews.
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Friday, September 16, 2022
Lautering
After mashing the next step is to separate the wort from the residual undissolved solids found in the mash. Wort separation is important because the solids contain large amounts of protein, poorly modified starch, fatty material, and polyphenols (tannins). The objectives of wort separation (lautering)is to produce clear wort, obtain good extract recovery and operate within the acceptable cycle time.
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Rocket Pop Sour!
Rocket Pop Sour
The heat is coming! And what better way to cool off than a popsicle inspired sour? This sour is based off the iconic “Bomb Pop®” popsicle we all grew up with and loved. With loads of Cherry, Lime, and Raspberry puree, this sour will surely take you back! To the first inflatable pool you had in your backyard. To the BBQs and campouts during summer break. To drinking from the green garden hose in your front yard. To slip 'n sliding for hours. Was there ever a wrong time to enjoy this delicious treat? We think not! So here’s our ode to the classic. Come on down, dive in and enjoy a glass of nostalgia!
4.5% ABV
Cheers!
Mark Shaw
Head Brewer
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Saturday, September 10, 2022
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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Sunday, September 4, 2022
September Happenings
WHAT'S HAPPENING...
September 10th Pints for Paws
September 11th Paint & Sip
September 17th Solano-Napa Fire Department Cornhole Tournament
Trivia EVERY Thursday
Starting at 6:00pm
Cornhole EVERY Friday
Starting at 6:30pm
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(707) 999-7221
See Us
5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Thursday, September 1, 2022
Monday, August 29, 2022
How to Throw a Flat Cornhole Bag // Cornhole 101 - Episode 2
In this episode we show how to throw the bag flat. This will help a lot in consistency, speed control, and all around gameplay. After a bit of practice it will feel natural and you will notice results instantly.
Friday, August 26, 2022
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
Tropic Like It’s Hot
*NEW BEER ALERT*
Tropic Like It’s Hot
4.5% ABV
Like waking up on a sandy beach somewhere in the Caribbean. This sour comes packed with all the Tropical Fruits imaginable! Conditioned on Passion Fruit, Mango, Peach, Strawberry, and Blood Orange. This beer is exploding with aroma and flavor. So sit back, relax, and have another glass! Come on down and get it while it lasts. Cheers!
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5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Saturday, August 20, 2022
Beer 101 | Your 2 Minute Beer Crash Course
Is it possible to learn the basics of beer in 2 minutes? Yes it is!
All beers have 4 main ingredients: malt, hops, water, and yeast. Malt is also known as the grains that make a beer and ultimately contributes sweetness and bready, toasty, or roasted flavors. Hops provide bitterness to balance sweetness from malt and can also provide various aromatics and flavors. Water makes up 90% of beer, proving its worth in the equation. And finally yeast is what actually makes the beer into an alcoholic beverage. There are two types of yeast and each contributes different character to the resulting beer.
There are 4 countries to study when you want to learn about beer styles: Germany, Belgium, England, and the Unites States. Almost every beer style in the entire world comes from one of these four countries. Finally, to taste beer, make sure to look at it, smell it, sip it, then think about it. Congratulations! That's what you need to know about beer to get started!
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
Sunday, August 14, 2022
Guess Who's Back ...
Guess who's back?
Back again?
Seltzers back! Back again!
Perfect for any summer afternoon.
Multiple flavors to choose from!
Come on down and tell us which one is your favorite.
5% ABV
Cheers!
Ryan & Audrey Dawson
Tap Room Managers
Thursday, August 11, 2022
Cornhole Clinic with a Pro: Episode 1 - Danel Resurreccion
In this episode we join Danel Resurreccion,- an up and coming pro in the ACL as he walks us through bag selection and the fundamentals of his game. He is currently ranked 17th in California, and 36th in doubles in the nation. He is also a founder of Bangarang, a cornhole gear and apparel company based in San Diego. Danel represents the Western Division of the ACL and is quickly earning the respect of the cornhole world with his consistent top 10 finishes through out his first two years on the pro tour.
Monday, August 8, 2022
Friday, August 5, 2022
Happenings
August 13th: Paint & Sip
August 20th & 21st: School of Rock Summer Music Festival
August 27th: Live Music: Rockoustix
Trivia EVERY Thursday
Starting at 6:00pm
Cornhole EVERY Friday Starting at 6:30pm
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(707) 999-7221
See Us
5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
The Craft Cider Revolution
The Real Cider Revolution is happening right here. We chat to South Africa's top Cider makers to see what they are doing to bring Real Cider to South African people. Check it out.
Saturday, July 30, 2022
Glassware : Stout Glasses
Details
Designed by Spiegelau in partnership with Left Hand Brewing Company from Colorado and Rogue Ales from Oregon, this distinctive stout glass deserves a spot in every beer connoisseurs china cabinet. The shape of the base and angle of the bowl accentuates the roasted malts and notes of rich coffee and chocolate that define stout beers. The angled shelf and narrow mouth promote head retention.
Appropriate Beer Styles
Any and all varieties of stouts
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5500 Weber Rd Vacaville, CA 95687
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Brewing Vocabulary : Growler
A jug- or pail-like container once used to carry draught beer bought by the measure at the local tavern. Growlers are usually ½ gal (64 oz) or 2L (68 oz) in volume and made of glass. Brewpubs often serve growlers to sell beer to-go. Often a customer will pay a deposit on the growler but can bring it back again and again for a re-fill. Growlers to-go are not legal in all U.S. states.
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Sunday, July 24, 2022
League of Beers #TastingLeague Ep 15
Our Tasting journey into Maboneng guided by the boys from Smack! Republic. We did a food tour while tasting the Fuller's London Pride, Innis & Gunn White Oak Wheat Beer and the brand new Stick Man IPA.
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Glassware : IPA Glasses
Details
The iconic ridges of the IPA glass aerate your favorite hoppy beer with each sip, releasing volatile aromatics in the process. Meanwhile, the tall, slender, tapered bowl concentrates and directs those hop aromatics to your nose. Some IPA glasses are also nucleated (etched) at the bottom to help release carbonation and promote a steady stream of cascading bubbles.
Appropriate Beer Styles
Any and all varieties of IPAs
Monday, July 18, 2022
Friday, July 15, 2022
Should I age my beer? | The Craft Beer Channel
Should I age my beer? | The Craft Beer Channel
This week we're dedicating a whole show to the art, science and superstition of beer ageing – telling you what beers you can age, how to age that beer and what flavours to expect from aged beer! Join us we try some beers that went REALLY wrong, but also a few that went really right.
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Mullet Season-West Coast IPA
Business In The Front:
2 Row & Carapils-that’s it for the grain bill, nothing else, why distract from the…
Party In The Back:
An absolute dump truck load of hops. Chinook, Citra, Simcoe & Strata. A ton in the whirlpool, and even more in the double dry hop.
Clear, crisp and fruity with just the right amount of bitterness on the backend.
7% ABV | 65 IBU
95% Party | 5% Business
100% Mullet Season
Cheers!
Ryan & Audrey Dawson
Saturday, July 9, 2022
July Food Truck Line Up & Happenings
WHAT'S HAPPENING...
>July 10th: Live Music
RIVVRS 6:00pm-9:00pm
>July 30th: Live Music
Broken House 6:00pm-9:00pm
>Trivia EVERY Thursday
Starting at 6:00pm
>Cornhole EVERY Friday Starting at 6:30pm
>Tournaments
July 30th: Points Race Series Final
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Can vs bottle: does how you store beer matter? | The Craft Beer Channel
In another blind taste test Jonny aims to answer two questions – which is better between bottle and can, and how much does how you store you beer matter? The answer, as ever, is complicated. Especially after 10 IPAs.
Sunday, July 3, 2022
Brewing Vocabulary : Fresh Hopping
Thursday, June 30, 2022
Monday, June 27, 2022
Friday, June 24, 2022
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Come Check out Mangia on Thursday, Pizza .. YUMMM!
Ready to Eat?
Mind-blowing handmade gourmet pizza slice fresh off my little red food wagon.
Each pizza is made with fine attention to detail, patience and love. All pizzas are made by hand with NO MACHINES!! Fermentation, resting, cooling, shaping and folding takes almost 1 week from start to finish.
Try this focaccia-style dough with a strong crisp crust and you'll understand why our followers love our one-of-a-kind dough (and your stomach will thank you that you don't have bloating and it's easy to digest)
Dai! Mangiamo! - Come on! Let's Eat!
Saturday, June 18, 2022
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Porter and Stout: What's the difference? | The Craft Beer Channel
Porter and Stout: What's the difference? | The Craft Beer Channel
This week Jonny and Brad answer the question that's puzzled beer geeks since the dawn of time – what's the difference between Porter and Stout? As well as tasting two classic examples, they dive into the history to work our the historical difference between Porter and Stout in the 1700s, 1800s and 1900s – and in so doing dig up the origins of Guinness... and how that's different too. Stop saying different.
Sunday, June 12, 2022
Fiesta IPA
In honor of the return of Fiesta Days we have re-released our Fiesta IPA!
This time packing more of a punch at a whopping 7.3% ABV. Crispy, sweet, and packed with hops.
This beer explodes with flavor and then finishes clean. Trust us, you’ll want to drink it all day long. And we’re here to help with that! Come on down and get a pint while it lasts.
Cheers!
Ryan & Audrey Dawson
Tap Room Managers
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