When visiting the Portola Hotel & Spa, one might think that the location, Monterey Bay views, fabulous accommodations, and award-winning restaurants, would be enough – but how about having an onsite craft brewery? Peter B's Brewpub, located behind the Portola, houses some of the region's most coveted and tasty craft beers.
Open since 1996, Peter B's Brewpub was Monterey California's original craft brewery. Today the brewery boasts an extensive craft beer list, featuring seasonal, flagship, collaboration and limited release beers. Led by Head Brewer, Justin Rivard along with Assistant Brewer, Natalie Mika, and Brent Kordes. Most recently the brewing team took home a Silver Medal at the 2020 Best of Craft Beer Awards for their Soul Sacrifice Chili Pepper Beer.
Peter B's Flagship Brews are popular favorites among locals and visitors and definitely worth a taste. During your next visit order a tasting flight – then take home a Crowler 3-Pack, Growler or Hydro Flask filled with your new favorite.
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Peter B's Flagship Brews
BELLY UP BLONDE ALE | BLONDE ALE | 4.9% ABV | 15 IBU |
Easy drinking and lightly fruity. Straw-colored with a honey biscuit flavor and gentle malt character.
LEGEND OF LAGUNA | DDH WEST COAST IPA | 6.5% ABV | 65 IBU |
Hazy with fuller mouthfeel/ silky from wheat or Flaked Oats. Usually lots of hop flavor and aroma but less bitterness than west coast. Usually described as tropical or juicy from hops used.
INCLUSION AMBER ALE | ENGLISH AMBER ALE| 5.4 % ABV | 28 IBU |
Our house amber is malt forward but balanced by light herbal hops. Aromas of honey graham cracker, caramel, and light toffee. Has a toasted bread crust flavor. Finishes sweet, with a medium body and light herbal hop flavor. 2019 Gold Medal at the CA craft brewers cup, 2019 Bronze Medal at LA International, 2019 Bronze Medal at CA State Fair
Click here for Peter B's full beer menu.
Cheers! Please drink responsibly.