San Diego Beer History: Inside the Brewchive with Judith Downie | Capital of Craft

Join us on this episode of The Capital of Craft Podcast as we talk with historian and Brewchive curator Judith Downie. Judith shares the story behind the Brewchive at Cal State San Marcos, an archive dedicated to documenting San Diego’s vibrant beer history. From the early days of brewing to the city’s modern craft beer scene, Judith explains how the Brewchive preserves the stories, styles, and people who have shaped the industry. We also explore how San Diego’s brewing culture reflects broader trends in history, economics, and community. What to Expect: How the Brewchive started and its mission Why preserving San Diego’s beer history matters Connections between brewing, culture, and legislation Insights into beer styles and branding changes over the years The unique role of artifacts and oral histories in telling San Diego’s story