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Hello! I’m Riho, a craft beer enthusiast.
On November 13, 2025, I visited Mason Ale Works in San Diego’s Barrio Logan neighborhood. Founded in 2015 and continuously evolving across multiple locations, the brewery found its new home in February 2025 by taking over the former Border X Brewing space in Barrio Logan. Now operating as House of Mason Beverage Collective — managing multiple brands including Eppig Brewing, Second Chance Beer, and Castellum Ciders — Mason Ale Works is one of San Diego’s most exciting craft beer destinations.
Mason Ale Works’ “Dankenstein’s Monster” is an unfiltered DIPA using five hops: Cascade, CTZ, Chinook, Centennial, and Simcoe — ABV 9.3%, IBU 60 — Hop! Rated 3.89/5 on Untappd (5,414 ratings), it’s an intensely dank IPA that’s the monster its name promises — Hop!!
Barrio Logan is famous for Chicano art — Woof! Craft beer and culture together is so very San Diego — Woof! Beer with tacos is the ultimate combination — Woof!!
- 📍 Basic Information (Barrio Logan Tasting Room)
- 🌐 Online Ratings
- 📖 Brewery History & Evolution
- 🍺 Signature Beers
- 📊 Flavor Profile (Dankenstein’s Monster)
- ✈️ Plan Your San Diego Trip
- 📸 From My Instagram Visit
- ❓ FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
- 🍻 How to Order at an American Taproom
- ⚠️ Disclaimer
- 🔗 Other Breweries from This Trip
- 🇺🇸 American Craft Beer Brewery Reviews
📍 Basic Information (Barrio Logan Tasting Room)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 📍 Address | 2179 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113 (Barrio Logan) |
| 🚃 Transit | MTS Bus 2 / 901 near Logan Ave / walkable from Chicano Park |
| 🕐 Hours | Closed Monday / Tue–Thu Noon–9PM / Fri–Sat Noon–10PM / Sun Noon–8PM |
| 📞 Phone | (619) 310-6664 |
| 🌐 Website | masonaleworks.com |
| @masonaleworks (36K followers) | |
| 🍺 Specialty | West Coast IPA · DIPA · Lager · Hazy IPA |
| 📅 Founded | 2015 (Oceanside) |
🌐 Online Ratings
| Platform | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| 🍺 Untappd (Brewery) | 3.85 / 5 | 195,800 check-ins (368 beers) |
| 🍺 Untappd (Dankenstein’s Monster) | 3.89 / 5 | 5,414 ratings |
📖 Brewery History & Evolution
Mason Ale Works was founded in 2015 by Grant Tondro inside the URGE Gastropub in Oceanside. In 2017, they established their flagship brewery at URGE Common House in San Marcos, but in 2021 that space was converted to Draft Republic by Cohn Restaurant Group. Continuing to evolve, Mason now operates as House of Mason Beverage Collective, overseeing multiple brands including Eppig Brewing, Second Chance Beer, and Castellum Ciders.
In February 2025, they took over the former Border X Brewing space, opening a new tasting room in Barrio Logan — San Diego’s vibrant Chicano art district. The space features 16 taps and a full kitchen collaboration with Tacos El Villasana.
🍺 Signature Beers
① Dankenstein’s Monster ★ Untappd 3.89/5
True to its name — the “Monster of Dank.” An unfiltered DIPA (ABV 9.3%, IBU 60) combining five hops: Cascade, CTZ, Chinook, Centennial, and Simcoe. Just as the tagline promises: “Big citrus, big pine, and all the dankness you could ask for.” Explosive citrus juiciness with aggressive pine-resin dankness. The most powerful beer in the lineup, rated 3.89/5 on Untappd (5,414 ratings).
② West Coast IPA ★ Flagship
Simply described as “Hoppy. Piney. Citrus. Legend.” — the flagship beer (ABV 7.2%). Clear and dry with classic West Coast characteristics: pine resin and citrus. Consistently rated 3.78/5 on Untappd (1,342 ratings).
③ Respeto ★ Mexican-Style Lager
“Crisp. Refreshing. Classic.” A Mexican-style lager (ABV 4.5%) inspired by Barrio Logan’s culinary culture. Winner of the Gold Medal at the 2018 Ensenada Beer Festival — a long-standing crowd favorite that pairs perfectly with tacos.
📊 Flavor Profile (Dankenstein’s Monster)
| Flavor Element | Intensity (1–5) | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 🟠 Bitterness | 5/5 | 60 IBU · five-hop dankness explosion |
| 🟢 Sweetness | 3/5 | ABV 9.3% malt body · balancing sweetness |
| 🔵 Acidity | 1/5 | Virtually none · dry and intensely bitter |
| 🟣 Body | 4/5 | Full body · rich unfiltered texture |
| 🟡 Aroma | 5/5 | Pine resin · citrus · dank · intense Simcoe |
🏆 Overall Rating
“Dankenstein’s Monster” is every bit the monster its name suggests! Surprisingly drinkable for 9.3% ABV, with five-hop dankness flooding every sip. The artsy Barrio Logan atmosphere was a perfect match — great craft beer in a great neighborhood!
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📸 From My Instagram Visit
❓ FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the must-try beer at Mason Ale Works?
“Dankenstein’s Monster” Double IPA is a crowd favorite — intensely dry-hopped with citrus and tropical fruit aromas. Their Nelson Sauvin and Phantasm-series IPAs are also highly regarded.
How do I get to Mason Ale Works in San Marcos?
Located in San Marcos, about 35 miles north of downtown San Diego. Best reached by car via I-15 North or I-5 to CA-78 West. Ride-share (Uber/Lyft) is recommended as public transit options are limited.
Do they serve food?
The taproom offers light snacks. Food trucks occasionally park outside — check their Instagram/social media for the schedule. Feel free to bring your own food or order delivery.
🍻 How to Order at an American Taproom
New to American taprooms? Here’s a quick guide to ordering craft beer with confidence.
| Step 1 | Check the tap list on the board or menu |
| Step 2 | Order at the counter: “Can I have a [beer name], please?” |
| Step 3 | “Open tab or close?” → Say “Open” to pay later, “Close” to pay now |
| Step 4 | Show ID (passport) if asked — 21+ required |
| Step 5 | Pick up your beer at the counter |
| Step 6 | Add 15–20% tip when closing your tab (tablet screen) |
⚠️ Disclaimer
Taste evaluations are personal opinions. Beer flavor perception varies by individual. Product information, hours, and prices are subject to change without notice. Drink responsibly. Must be 21+ to consume alcohol in the United States.
🔗 Other Breweries from This Trip
- [Riho Brewery No.237] Our Mutual Friend Brewing (Denver) (World Beer Cup Gold · Mixed-Fermentation Saison)
- [Riho Brewery No.238] Coronado Brewing Company (San Diego) (World Beer Cup Champion · Islander IPA)
- [Riho Brewery No.240] The Original 40 Brewing (North Park) (GABF 2025 Silver · Barrel-Aged Stout)
- [Riho Brewery No.241] ISM Brewing (Long Beach) (WBC & GABF 6 Total Medals · NZ IPA)
- [Riho Brewery No.242] SD TapRoom (Pacific Beach) (GABF 2023 Gold PB Haze · Veteran Craft Beer Bar)
- [Riho Brewery No.243] Monkish Brewing Company (Torrance) (West Coast NEIPA Pioneer · 1.6M Untappd Check-ins)
- [Riho Brewery No.244] Craft Coast Beer & Tacos (Oceanside) (GABF 2024 Gold · Baja Tacos)
- [Riho Brewery No.245] Fort George Brewery (Astoria) (GABF & WBC Consecutive Gold · Vortex IPA)
More brewery articles from the November 2025 California trip coming soon. US Craft Beer Brewery Guide →
🇺🇸 American Craft Beer Brewery Reviews
North American brewery reports from a Seattle-based craft beer enthusiast: https://rihobeer.com/category/beer/brewpub/usa
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