Wow! What a week here in Bend, Or. This is truly one of the best beer destinations in the States. You travel down the I5 thru Washington which is certainly no slouch in the craft brew world. Then you pass thru Portland which is incredible, and continue SE until you hit Bend.

The BrewFest was incredible and sampled so many great brews. The three that really stood out were these:

http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/396/3916/

http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/25979/73120

http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/23066/72750

The Night Owl pumpkin was tasty too, but it just didn't feel right drinking a pumpkin brew in 110F heat!

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