California Wild Ales

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3826 Sherman St
San Diego, CA 92110

California Wild Ales, located in San Diego, is a haven for sour beer enthusiasts. Their passion for funky, sour beer led them to embark on a journey away from conventional hop-centric brewing methods. Committed to delivering depth of flavor, California Wild Ales ages their beer in oak barrels for 9-12 months until it achieves a delightful tartness and funk.

The brewery takes pride in the intricate process of racking their beer onto fresh local fruit for an additional 4-8 weeks, resulting in a truly unique flavor profile. By using a combination of American, French, and Hungarian oak barrels, they craft complex layers of flavor, creating a distinct Wild Ale that embodies the essence of Southern California.

One of their notable creations, Gose Loco, showcases their expertise in barrel-aging with a blend of Añejo Tequila-soaked Hungarian Oak, Bearss Limes from Escondido, sea salt, and agave nectar. This attention to detail and dedication to the craft of sour beer brewing has established California Wild Ales as San Diego's Sour House, a must-visit destination for those seeking exceptional barrel-aged sour beers.

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5.086 reviews
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Stephen D.
12/13/2025

Thought I grabbed a pic of my beer...I didn't :( My favorite spot in Ocean Beach. Great beer, incredible service and the vibes here are immaculate. Love how they do beer shots (4oz taster of...

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Amy J.
8/22/2025

I can't say I love this place but that's only because I'm not an ipa person or a barrel aged person. And that's what they really cater to here. But the service was very friendly. I love the vibe...

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Jim T.
9/24/2024

Real cool spot in downtown OB. The bartender was great and we chatted about The Dead for a minute, which I appreciated. Beer was tasty, open air vibes and a lot of fun table games to entertain...

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Jamison M.
10/18/2025

It's Saturday at 3:20, and no one is here. Super bummed I don't get to try their beer... especially after flying down from Sacramento.

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Jessica S.
9/10/2023

Love their brews, love the feel and vibe of the place. It was one of the more expensive brewery trips we've had, but they're also serving up some tart and tasty sours that make up for the cost....

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