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Naturally Gluten-free Beer🍻
Woman & Chicana Owned ❤️🤍💚
CA wide distribution ☀️
North Beach Taproom: M-F open at 4pm, Sat-Sun open at Noon 🌉

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Hi fam, Stellar here. In the wake of the news regarding the Church Key acquisition yesterday and the overwhelmingly positive response thus far, I wanted to take a moment to say a few things about what this next step means.

First, just wow. We are absolutely thrilled to have acquired the Church Key space and couldn’t think up a more ideal situation as we take this leap into our first brick and mortar adventure, where we can deepen the Otherwise identity and contribute to the uniquely vibrant neighborhood.

The Church Key has been my home for nearly all of my adult life. What started out as my favorite place to read a book and discover cool beers, soon became my passion and purpose. I was 21 years old when Jason, @benjaminandrewssf , and @mateodecoco believed in me enough to stick me behind the bar and guide me on my path. Twelve years later, after co-founding a brewery of my own, it feels as though my two dreams have intertwined in a beautiful, holistic marriage ✨

Moving forward, I vow to continue to build community, maintain inclusivity, and serve the best products that I possibly can to the amazing people of North Beach and beyond.

Some things to expect and look forward to: A healthy variety of GF beers, a safe space for those with any gluten sensitivities, GF and plant-based bites, a permanent (and heated) parklet with regular live entertainment, welcoming and knowledgeable staff, expertly curated tunes (including the continuation of Beer with Soul on Wednesdays with @_booker_d ), a renovated mezzanine, and more. And don’t worry, we WILL still serve Underberg 😉

What does this mean for the Church Key? I have been getting asked this a lot so I feel like I should say it here, we will be changing the name to Otherwise Brewing. In the next 2 months we will be transitioning into the new concept. For now the bar is operational as the Church Key, as you know it. Please feel free to come by and say hello during the last days before we refresh.

We will be announcing some Church Key last call celebrations, as well as our soft and grand openings very soon. Please stay tuned 👀

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BIG NEWS Y’ALL‼️🎉

We are over the freaking moon to formally announce our acquisition of @churchkeysf which is slated to become the official taproom for Otherwise Brewing, set to transition in January 2024 🥳

We have big plans to update the space and put the Otherwise stamp on it, while also maintaining the beloved intimate nature that has become the signature of the Church Key 🍻

We know you may have questions and concerns, and we are here to answer them. Look out for a detailed statement very soon from us, where we will share our plans in more depth!

Thanks as always for your continued love and support as we take this huge step in our journey! 🤝

Thanks to @paoloshmaolo @eater_sf for the lovely article and sharing this news with us 👏
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Set the mood for a beautiful Sunday evening! 🌙🎺

Join us at the taproom on October 18th from 6pm–8pm for a night of smooth live jazz featuring the spectacular @alexrieloff and her band. Pair the incredible music with our signature cold, gluten-free beer for the ultimate weekend wrap-up 🤩

Cheers! 🍻✨
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Our hearts (and our glasses) are incredibly full! 🙏

Cactus Kiss just earned a Silver Medal at Great American Beer Festival (GABF) for Specialty Gluten-Free Ale! 🥈🍓🌵GABF is perhaps the most prestigious beer competition in the country, and we’re honored to have been recognized!

Bursting with juicy, vibrant strawberry and the unmistakable tropical kick of prickly pear, Cactus Kiss was one of our summer seasonal releases. It was a smash hit at the taproom, and we’re beyond pleased to see it win on one of the biggest stages for beer 🤩

Whether you're a regular in our taproom or you've picked up our cans at your local bottle shop, your support allows us to keep pushing the limits of what gluten-free beer can be. Let’s celebrate this huge milestone together! 🍻
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🍂SF FALL VIBES 🍂

October in the city brings the absolute best weather, and we love this time of year! 😍
We just wanted to remind you of what makes the taproom vibes hit so hard when you visit us this season:

🍻 Crisp, delicious, and diverse beverages
🌞 Spacious outdoor parklet for soaking up that October sun
🎵 Live music calendar to set the mood
🐶 Dog-friendly taproom (bring the pups!)
🕰️ Open at noon on weekends
🌭 Yummy GF food options to keep you fueled
💚 Underberg, of course (the perfect fall digestif 😉)

Come hang while the autumn weather is serving, you won't regret it 😊
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Craving the perfect mid-week reset? 🗓️✨ Gather your crew and join us this Wednesday, October 7th, for another round of Beer With Soul!

We’re pairing your favorite ice-cold pints with an unbeatable soundtrack. @_booker_d is commanding the turntables, dropping an all-vinyl set packed with rare 45s, global rhythms, and infectious deep grooves 💃🏻🕺🏻

Come sip, socialize, and let the music move you. The good times are rolling from 7:00pm to 11:00pm! 🍻🎶💿
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MEET THE TEAM (part 10) 🤝

For this installment of Meet the Team, we’d love to introduce you to our newest teammate, the lovely Kailea!

Kailea or Kai (affectionately) is a North Beach neighbor who came to us by way of Southern California. She previously managed a fellow gluten friendly brewery, and we are stoked that she brought her experience and knowledge to our taproom! 🤩

Smart, sweet, and self-starting, Kai was right at home jumping behind the bar as if she had been with us before. We admire her warmth, sparkle, professionalism, and ability to learn quickly and make our guests feel welcomed 😊

So happy to have Kai join the Otherwise family! Make sure you say hi next time you see her 👋

Fun facts:

Hometown: Encinitas, CA ☀️

Fave Otherwise Beer: First Krush Juicy IPA 💖

Music you're digging atm: Been listening to a lot of Rolling Stones and Patsy Cline lately 🎶

Fave SF landmark: Palace of Fine Arts 🌉

Go-to Beer style: Love a sour and a West Coast IPA! 😋

Whatcha reading: A Gorgeous Excitement and Yesteryear 📖
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Get ready for a wild Thursday night at the taproom! 🔥

Welcome back Catherine DeNuvaring @catherinedenuvaring , SF’s premier "world garage lounge" act. They take vintage tunes from the 1930s-70s and bash them out like loud, hard punk rock. Sing along in French, Portuguese, Spanish, German, or Italian! 🌍

Pair this special performance with your favorite Otherwise pour 🍻

🗓️ Thursday, October 8th

🕖 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Ready for the perfect Sunday? ☀️

We’ve got cold beer flowing and live jazz playing! 🎺🍻 Catch the amazing Matt Bae Trio @mattbaepiano with us on Sunday, October 4th from 3:00pm – 5:00pm.

Bring your crew and let’s celebrate the weekend with smooth sounds, great drinks, and the best company! 🎶🙌🍻
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🍂 OCTOBER EVENT CALENDAR 🍂

Fall is officially here, and the cozy taproom vibes are just getting started at Otherwise! 🍻 We’re rolling into autumn with an incredible lineup of live jazz, vinyl nights, and neighborhood art walks.

Grab your crew, grab a pint, and let’s make October unforgettable. Check out what’s on deck this month:

Friday, October 2nd | 4:00pm - 10:00pm 🎨 First Fridays Art Walk – Experience the creative energy of the neighborhood as we host the monthly Art Walk.

Sunday, October 4th | 3:00pm - 5:00pm 🎹 Matt Bae Jazz Duo – Spend your Sunday afternoon with the smooth sounds of pianist Matt Bae and his duo.

Wednesday, October 7th | 7:00pm - 11:00pm 🍻 Beer With Soul – Bring on the midweek vibes with a soulful evening perfectly paired with our craft brews.

Thursday, October 8th | 7:00pm - 9:00pm 🎤 Catherine Denuvaring – Kick off the weekend early with a beautiful live vocal performance.

Sunday, October 11th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm 🎷 Marissa McLain Jazz – Unwind with the iconic jazz vocals of Marissa McLain and friends.

Sunday, October 18th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm 🎺 Alexandra Rieloff Jazz Trio – Keep the weekend energy going with classic, soulful jazz arrangements.

Wednesday, October 21st | 4:00pm - 11:00pm 🎧 Sip & Spinnin’ – Join us for a night of curated vinyl with the perfect beverage accompaniments.

Sunday, October 25th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm 🎷 Marissa McLain Jazz – A second chance this month to catch Marissa McLain’s incredible vocal performance.

Which event are you marking on your calendar? Tag a friend and plan your Otherwise Brewing visit now! 👇🍻
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✨ OCTOBER FIRST FRIDAYS✨

We are so excited to participate in the North Beach Art Walk this Friday, October 2nd! Stop by Otherwise Brewing for hot dogs, good vibes, and of course, our award-winning gluten-free beer! 🍻🌭

We’re also thrilled to host the incredibly talented Jose Simoni Trio @josesimioniguitar on our parklet from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Whether they’re improvising with jazz, blues, or rock, their sound is uniquely familiar yet completely fresh 🎶

Grab your friends and come hang! 🥂
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The air is getting crisp, the shadows are growing longer, and the cozy spooky season is officially creeping in 🍂🦇

Embrace the dark side with Goth Girlfriend, our velvety 5.3% ABV stout. Brewed with a unique blend of millet and rice malts, she pours an obsidian black with a hauntingly delicious caramel sweetness. Perfect for midnight rituals or just cozying up under a blanket. 🔥

Take her home today, cans are stocked at the taproom and haunting the shelves of our resellers across California! 🖤🍻
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