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Hello! I’m Riho, a craft beer enthusiast.
On November 14, 2025, I visited The Original 40 Brewing Company in San Diego’s hippest neighborhood — North Park. Founded in 2019, this community-centered brewery takes its name from the 40-acre citrus farm that shaped historic North Park, and earned a GABF 2025 Silver Medal for its remarkable barrel-aged stout.
“The Original 40” name comes from 40 acres of citrus farmland purchased by James Monroe Hartley in 1893 — that’s what became modern North Park — Hop! “Magnetic Ribbon: Final Cut Edition” is a beast of a barrel-aged stout aged 45 months in Elijah Craig 8-Year bourbon barrels, winning GABF 2025 Silver — Hop!!
North Park is the hippest neighborhood in all of San Diego — Woof! 24 taps with full food service? You could spend all day here — Woof!! Family and pet-friendly too, how wonderful — Woof!
📍 Basic Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 📍 Address | 3117 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104 (North Park) |
| 🕐 Hours | Mon–Wed Noon–10PM / Thu–Fri Noon–Midnight / Sat–Sun 11:30AM–Midnight (Sat) or 10PM (Sun) |
| 📞 Phone | (619) 255-7380 |
| 🌐 Website | original40brewing.com |
| @original40beer (8,237 followers) | |
| 🍺 Specialty | Hazy IPA · West Coast IPA · Lager · Barrel-Aged Stout |
| 📅 Founded | June 2019 |
| 🍖 Food | Burgers · Sandwiches · Flatbread · Salads (chef-driven) |
🌐 Online Ratings
| Platform | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| ⭐ Yelp | 4.5 / 5 | 337 reviews |
| ⭐ TripAdvisor | 4.4 / 5 | Top-ranked in San Diego |
| 🍺 Untappd | 3.88 / 5 | 18,718 check-ins (248 beers) |
🏆 Awards
| Year | Competition | Medal | Beer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | GABF | 🥈 Silver (Wood- & Barrel-Aged Dessert Stout) | Magnetic Ribbon: Final Cut Edition |
| 2023 | San Diego International Beer Competition | 🥇 Gold (American-style Hazy/Juicy Strong Pale Ale) | Juice Maze |
🍺 Signature Beers
① Juice Maze ★ 2023 SD Beer Competition Gold
A Hazy IPA (ABV 7.0%) using Citra, Simcoe, and Mosaic hops, winner of the 2023 San Diego International Beer Competition Gold Medal. Themed around “a maze of juiciness,” it features lush tropical fruit aromas and a soft, smooth mouthfeel. A cornerstone of the lineup with consistently high Untappd ratings.
② Magnetic Ribbon: Final Cut Edition ★ GABF 2025 Silver
A wood- and barrel-aged dessert stout (ABV 13.3%) aged 45 months (nearly 4 years!) in Elijah Craig 8-Year bourbon barrels, with Dominican bitter chocolate nibs and Muddy Paws Dark Roast coffee. A monstrous achievement that earned GABF 2025 Silver. If it’s in stock when you visit, order it immediately!
③ Westerly Flow ★ Flagship West Coast IPA
A year-round West Coast IPA (ABV 7.0%). Clear, dry, with classic bitterness and hop aroma — consistently popular across their 24-tap lineup.
📊 Flavor Profile (Juice Maze)
| Flavor Element | Intensity (1–5) | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 🟠 Bitterness | 2/5 | Hazy-style · soft bitterness |
| 🟢 Sweetness | 3/5 | Juiciness · fruity sweetness |
| 🔵 Acidity | 2/5 | Slightly bright · citrus acidity |
| 🟣 Body | 3/5 | Medium · silky mouthfeel |
| 🟡 Aroma | 4/5 | Tropical · citrus · mango |
🏆 Overall Rating
“Juice Maze” is genuinely juicy — you can taste why it won the SD Beer Competition gold. And “Magnetic Ribbon’s” 45-month barrel-aged stout delivers incredible depth — bourbon, chocolate, and coffee in perfect harmony. The Original 40 is the perfect base for exploring North Park!
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❓ FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
What does ‘The Original 40’ mean?
The name pays homage to the historic ’40th Street’ intersection in San Diego’s North Park neighborhood. Founded in 2014 as a pioneer of the local craft beer scene.
Can I try their GABF award-winning beer?
Yes! Their 2025 GABF Silver Medal barrel-aged stout is available on tap (also in cans when in stock). Award-winning saisons and ales are also regulars on their rotating tap list.
How do I get there from downtown San Diego?
North Park is about 3 miles northeast of downtown. Take MTS Route 11 or 15 bus. By car, head north on 30th St. Street and metered parking are available nearby.
🍻 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.239] Mason Ale Works (San Diego) (Dankenstein’s Monster DIPA)
- [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 →
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North American brewery reports from a Seattle-based craft beer enthusiast: https://rihobeer.com/category/beer/brewpub/usa
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