Beer, beer tastings, and beer in Boise Idaho. Check out this story about the original Deschutes Brewery getting a facelift and expansion. Original downtown Bend, Oregon, brew pub announces makeover for 2012. I have been to the large brewery in Bend but I have never been to the original brewery. It is on my bucket list. Everyone I have ever talk to about it says the food is great and the beer is wonderful. Plan on waiting 30-45 minutes for a seat most of the time I hear.

Just got back from Scotland, and am working on several projects related to the trip. But I wanted to post this photo that Leslie took of me playing Lament for the Viscount of Dundee at the spot he died after leading the first successful Jacobite uprising against the British at the Battle of Killicrankie in July 1689.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010. This is the last post for Payette Brewing Company at this site. The blog is being moved to the brewery website that can be found here. There is a new post there, but it is about as long as this. Update your RSS feeds of bookmarks so you can continue to follow the progress of the brewery. Thursday, September 2, 2010. Another Month Gone Part II. I think there is a light at the end of the tunnel. if not, at least football starts today. Tuesday, August 31, 2010.

The Reef exotic food and drink. Downtown Boise at the corner of 6th St. Reservations are encouraged, walk-ins are always welcome. Patio seating is first come, first serve. Call for Private Dining or large group reservations 208-287-9200.

There was an error in this gadget. Friday, October 29, 2010. Widmer Bros Barrel Aged Brrrbon. Aged in Bourbon Oak Barrels. Head is but a trace of an off-white ring at the edge of the glass. Touches of lacing here and there.