To quote the 16th Century poet Thomas Tusser, “Sweet April showers/ Do spring May flowers,” and the 469-year old publishing of his work reminds us that upon us all, a little rain must fall.

But like the drying up and the sun coming out, we rejoice in what will surely be exciting events ahead. We’re looking forward to Friday’s home opener of the Washington Nationals’ 2026 season. As the Nats’ headed to the city of brotherly love earlier this week, we too will be at the Craft Brewers Conference in Philadelphia from April 20-22. Are you also going to be there? Drop us a line: [email protected].

The Genetically Unapologetic Shirt Fundraiser for Jasmine is still going, so grab a shirt and support!… and support Black-owned breweries all month, and all year, long.

What beer news have you heard? Check out some of our upcoming events and some other noteworthy brew events this month. 👇

 DC Beer Events Spotlight

Friday, April 17th. 6-9pm: Beer Share hosted by Third Hill Brewing Co. We’re back at Third Hill in Silver Spring for an open community beer share. Bring some special brews and kick it with beer friends. RSVP please.

Wednesday, April 22. 6:30-9pm - SPRK Trivia x DC Beer @ Other Half Brewing, Ivy City - Come party with Jordan, listen to good music, enjoy some hazies, and play trivia. It’s seriously fun, but not too serious.

Wednesday, April 22nd, 6-8:30pm: Womxn’s Brew Culture Club Baltimore visits Bodega and Vino for a low key, mid-week meet and greet wine tasting with owner Angie. WBCC events throughout the DMV are open to women and non-binary folx interested in creating and being a part of an inviting, inclusive and educational craft beverage experiences and spaces. Space is limited, please RSVP.

BEER OF THE MONTH:

Our Beer of The Month at the Brew Shop is Chela from Port City.

Speaking of beers, you can buy our collaboration beer with Bluejacket, Common People Kentucky-style Common, at better beer stores in Virginia, and maybe DC, right now!

Articles:

What are we reading? Mike and Jake have some DMV brew news. (Be patient with us, the DCBeer.com site is undergoing some maintenance.)

It’s been exciting to know Right Proper was planning on moving into the former Brookland Pint space for months, but the news is finally out in the world and we are JAZZED! It seems Right Proper is officially taking over Northeast DC, Brookland specifically.

A milestone indeed, DC Brau turns 15! There is going to be a big ol’ celebration and even Churchkey is throwing them a tap takeover party. We cannot wait to taste the Baby Wings. Check out the full write up by Jake and let’s get ready to raise a glass to DC’s first brewery (post prohibition) to make it to 15 years!

Lovely loved New Zealand native Matt Cronin had a series of going away parties in March, from the industry filled, star studded farewell gathering featuring a very punny cake at Lost Generation to the official goodbye at Third Hill where he will be greatly missed. Matt is handing down all the brewing to owner Jason Sliter, as he and the family relocate to Australia. (hey Matt, take us with you, this country is whack as hell).

Selling beer in chain retailers is weird right now, Mike Stein reports.

Staff Picks: Local Events & Beer Spotlight

DC Brau turns 15! Churchkey tap takeover w casks, Thursday, 4/16, party at Brau on Saturday, 4/18

Dyngus Day at Atlas Anacostia, Monday, 4/6 with a new lager and Eastern European eats and music.

Lost Generation is bringing back Kolsch service on Sunday, 4/12!

4/25: The Sovereign hosts Cantillon Zwanzee Day

Visit Saints Row Brewing for the very last time(s) before they permantly close their doors at the end of April. We’ve got them on the pod!

Save the date for the MD Craft Beer Festival on Saturday May 9th!

Podcasts: 

Tune in to the The DC Beer Show for our latest episodes with beer icons and local brew news. We continued our obsession with Matt Cronin and smoked beers on a recent show.

THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING DC BEER MEMBERS!

Join DC Beer’s Patreon for exclusive beer invites, discounts at breweries, and ticketed events, and more, for as little as $5 a month! Our members are the best. HELLO to our new members Quinten and Gilbert!

Don’t miss out on beer shares, ticket discounts, beer deals, and all the behind-the-scenes stuff our members get!

Cheers, The DC Beer Team