Welcome to Washington
Beer-telligence!
Your home for fun facts about Washington’s rich and tasty beer industry, and the Washington-grown grains that make it possible.
Please drink responsibly.
Did you know a hop king once reigned in Washington?
Ezra Meeker, also known as the 'Hop King', planted hop cuttings on his farm in 1865 and soon became one of the largest hop exporters in the country. Cheers to the pioneers like Meeker who paved the way for Washington's thriving craft beer scene!
Did you know washington brewers’ necks are heavy with medals?
They dominated at the 2022 Great American Beer Festival, taking home an impressive 19 medals. Cheers to their craft and dedication to brewing award-winning beers.
Did you know that many craft brewers rely on washington-grown ingredients?
From malt to hops, Washington proudly grows the ingredients our brewers need for tasty beer. Cheers to supporting local farmers who make our award-winning beer possible.
Did you know that Washington is one of the best states for beer lovers?
In 2021, three cities in Washington made the top ten list for the most breweries per capita in the US, with Spokane coming in at #5, Seattle at #6, and Tacoma at #7.
did you know the annual economic impact of washington craft beer is around $1.4 billion?
We raise a glass to the 6,300 direct jobs and 580,000 barrels of beer produced each year. If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door… to a brewery! Cheers to brewers’ contributions to our state.
