Barley and Sword Comes to Escondido | Old World Beer Comes to North County

Barley and Sword Brewing has officially made its way to North County. In this episode of I Like Beer, the crew sits down with Mike Howell of Barley and Sword and Esthela Davila to talk about the new Escondido tavern, old-world beer styles, cask ale, and the stories behind the beers. Mike shares the origin of Barley and Sword, from Viking-age living history and Dungeons & Dragons to traditional brewing, European beer styles, and the challenge of creating a true tavern experience in San Diego. The crew also talks about their recent Denver beer adventures, including Coors, Left Hand, and a bittersweet stop at Casa Agria before its closure. Plus, Esthela takes on the ILB lightning round. Pour yourself a beer, pull up a bar stool, and join us. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Visit ilikebeerthepodcast.com.