Pizza Port 'California Honey' Blonde Ale Beer, California

Bathed in the golden glow of the California coast, Pizza Port’s California Honey Blonde Ale is a toast to sun, surf, and simple pleasures. Brewed with locally sourced California honey, this beloved classic has been a Pizza Port favorite since the early days, a crisp, easy-drinking ale that perfectly captures the laid-back spirit of San Diego craft beer.

Product Details:

• Style: Blonde Ale
• ABV: 4.8%
• Hops: Mt. Hood, Hallertau Blanc
• Key Ingredient: Local California honey

Sensory Description:

California Honey pours a radiant golden hue, topped with a soft white head that releases gentle aromas of wildflower honey, light malt, and citrus blossom. On the palate, it’s smooth and refreshing, blending subtle sweetness with notes of biscuit, floral hops, and a delicate touch of honeyed warmth. The finish is clean, crisp, and softly lingering, an ode to the sun-soaked coast that inspired it.

Brewer's Background:

Founded in 1987 by siblings Gina and Vince Marsaglia, Pizza Port began as a small pizzeria in Solana Beach before evolving into one of San Diego’s most iconic brewpubs. What started as a homebrewing hobby soon became a cornerstone of Southern California’s craft beer revolution. Today, with multiple locations and a legacy of over 90 Great American Beer Festival medals, Pizza Port remains true to its roots, brewing high-quality, innovative beers and spreading its mantra: “Good food and good beer bring good cheer.”

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 40–45°F in a pint or tulip glass to highlight its delicate honey aroma and crisp finish. Perfect alongside grilled fish tacos, margherita pizza, or a classic summer salad with citrus dressing. California Honey also shines as a sessionable companion for beach days, picnics, or sunset gatherings with friends.

Smooth, bright, and undeniably Californian, Pizza Port’s California Honey Blonde Ale embodies the carefree charm of the coast, a beer brewed for sunshine, smiles, and good company.