Florida Weekend Craft Beer Compass for February 20th 2026

Navigating Florida's Weekend Craft Brewery Events

Florida Craft Beer Compass for February 20th, 2026

Navigating Florida's Weekend Craft Brewery Events


Interesting Facts

Beer is one of the only drinks that has “foam physics,” where bubbles create a self-regenerating head.

Upcoming Events

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Beer Quiz

Question: What is the term for a beer that has been aged in wooden barrels?

The answer is at the bottom of this email


Outcast Chili Cookoff

Things are heating up at Outcast Brewing Company! Come taste, vote, and enjoy craft beer while some seriously good chili battles it out.
Prizes for the best chili
Cold craft beer
Big flavors & good times
Let the chili wars begin.



Talking with Angry Chair’s Ryan Dowdle about Tampa Bay Beer Week and The Dark Embrace

Tampa Bay’s beer scene has never shied away from bold flavors or bigger ideas, and that reputation owes plenty to innovators like Angry Chair Brewing. In my newest conversation with Ryan Dowdle, we trace how the brewery protects its barrel-aged identity while evolving for a broader audience. The shift from 25.4-ounce bottles to smaller formats reflects a deeper change in how people drink today. Instead of chasing overnight sellouts, Angry Chair aims to keep rare releases available just long enough for more fans to experience them. That strategy builds stories, not just lines, and makes room for the casual drinker who happens to wander into the tasting room on a Tuesday and finds a gem in the cooler.


Visit the Florida Brews Travelers Directory

Discover the vibrant world of craft beer in Florida with the Florida Brews Travelers Directory! Featuring over 350 unique craft breweries, this is your ultimate guide to finding the perfect local brew. Don’t miss out—explore the directory today and uncover hidden gems near you: https://directory.floridabrewstravelers.com/

We'd love to hear from you if you know of any breweries we might have missed! Reach out at [email protected]. Cheers to new adventures!


Quote Of The Week

"My doctor said I need to watch my drinking, so now I drink in front of a mirror."

— Unknown


Beer Quiz Answer

Answer: Barrel-aged