Long established as a premiere destination for wine lovers, Temecula Valley is also becoming a popular stop for craft beer lovers and currently boasts nearly 20 breweries, meaderies and distilleries. With more than 3 million visitors expected to the area this year, the Temecula Valley is poised for growth as a Southern California hub for beer aficionados.
TEMECULA, Calif., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Visit Temecula Valley will host its second annual CraftHop event the weekend of Nov. 11-13, where guests can rub elbows with esteemed local brew masters and enjoy an innovative assortment of craft beers, mead, and spirits. Designed as a self-guided tour with no tickets required and a map available to download, CraftHop participants will receive a highly collectible, limited-edition logo glass at each stop.
Long established as a premiere destination for wine lovers, Temecula Valley is also becoming a popular stop for craft beer lovers and currently boasts nearly 20 breweries, meaderies and distilleries. With more than 3 million visitors expected to the area this year, the Temecula Valley is poised for growth as a Southern California hub for beer aficionados.
Participating CraftHop taprooms will offer guests a signature drink and, of course, a chance to taste a wide variety of brews including hazy IPAs, pale ales, malty stouts, and barrel-aged strong ales, just to name a few. Some will also offer complimentary food items.
CraftHop visitors are encouraged to book an overnight stay for a safe and leisurely tasting experience and for extra time to enjoy Old Town Temecula, farm-to-table dining, and the Valley's many outdoor recreational activities. For up-to-date activities, events, and lodging options, visit http://www.visittemeculavalley.com.
"Temecula Valley is well-known for its beautiful vineyards and wineries, but we're also making our mark as a booming craft brewery destination sure to please the most discerning zythophile," said Curt Kucera, event committee member and founder of Refuge Brewery. "CraftHop gives visitors a wonderful and delicious opportunity to learn more about the creative process and to taste and celebrate each makers' artistry."
More information, including a CraftHop 2022 flyer and self-guided tour map, is available here here. Participants include the following:
- 36522 The Distillery at Oak Mountain (in Temecula Wine Country)
- 8 bit Brewing Company in Murrieta
- Aftershock Brewing Company in Temecula
- Batch Mead in Temecula
- Craft Brewing Company in Temecula
- Galway Spirits Distillery in Temecula
- Garage Brewing in Murrieta
- Inland Wharf Brewing Company in Murrieta
- Ironfire Brewing Company in Temecula
- Oscar's Brewing Company in Temecula
- Refuge Brewery in Temecula
- Relentless Brewing Company in Temecula
- Stone Church Brewing in Temecula
- Temecula Brewing Company in Temecula
- Wild Barrel Brewing in Temecula
About Visit Temecula Valley
Visit Temecula Valley is the region's official tourism marketing organization and resource for visitors. The Visitor Center is located in Old Town Temecula. For visitor information and assistance, please call (888) 363-2852 or go to http://www.visittemeculavalley.com.
Media Contact
Norma Marlowe, Visit Temecula Valley, 951-252-2139, [email protected]
SOURCE Visit Temecula Valley
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