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Khris Johnson talks James Beard nod, Green Bench’s future and more ahead of Tampa Bay Beer Week

Webb’s City Cellars is the first Bay area brewery to be named a James Beard Awards semifinalist.

by Kyla Fields February 28, 2024June 6, 2025

Webb’s City Cellars is the first Bay area brewery to be named a James Beard Awards semifinalist.

Sour batch kids: Green Bench announces massive expansion

The St. Pete brewery will break ground on a new barrel-aging facility and tasting room.

by Scott Harrell August 17, 2016July 9, 2025

Sip your pint under the stars at Green Bench Brewing Co.

by Arielle Stevenson October 4, 2013June 5, 2022

Green Bench Brewing Co. opens Wednesday

by Arielle Stevenson September 25, 2013August 3, 2023

Tampa Bay brewery boom

2012 saw the debut of several local breweries — including these five favorites.

by Arielle Stevenson February 28, 2013April 12, 2025