Cheers to Summer in San Diego with Bay City Brewing’s American Lager (The Beer of Summer)
Summer in San Diego isn’t just a season. It’s a state of mind. It’s bonfires on the beach in Point Loma. It’s rooftop sunsets in East Village. It’s the sizzle of meat on the grill, the crack of a bat at Petco, the smell of sunscreen, and that one playlist you bring back year after year. With all that sunshine and good energy, you need a beer that can keep pace. Because the best summer beer is crisp, clean, and endlessly drinkable.
Enter Bay City Lager — our fresh take on the classic American lager. It’s the beer of summer in San Diego, and it’s brewed for wherever the season takes you.
Introducing Bay City Lager: The Star-Spangled Sipper
4.2% ABV | American Lager
This is our warm-weather staple. Bay City Lager is pale, crisp, and clean with a refreshing finish that doesn’t overstay its welcome. Brewed with flaked brown rice for a light, easy-drinking body, and balanced by subtle hop bitterness, it’s built for long weekends and longer stories.
Tasting notes? Expect a gentle bite of hops balanced by a touch of subtle sweetness. Crisp and clean with a dry finish, it’s a crowd-pleaser that plays well with just about anything on your summer spread.
Someone say perfect pairings? Yeah, we’re talking burgers and hot dogs, BBQ ribs, grilled street corn, veggie skewers, kettle chips, or that one dish your friend always swears is “famous.”
It basically tastes like sunshine in a glass — but won’t knock you out before the ninth inning.
Why Summer Demands a Special Beer
Let’s be honest. When the heat is up and the sun’s out, not every beer cuts it. You want something light but flavorful. Refreshing but not watery. And easy to enjoy whether you’re tailgating, lounging poolside, or posted up at a BBQ.
That’s where a great summer beer shines. One that’s crafted to be sessionable, satisfying, and friendly to everyone in the crew — hop heads and casual drinkers alike. And when that beer also comes from a local brewery that’s proudly San Diegan? Even better.
Supporting San Diego breweries during the summer means your beer tastes great and does good, keeping local taps flowing and our city’s craft culture thriving.
Why Bay City Lager Makes the Perfect Summer Beer
When we set out to create Bay City Lager, our goal was simple: brew a beer that reflects a San Diego summer. It had to be refreshing and crushable. Something our team could be proud to pour after a long shift. And something you’d be proud to bring to the party.
This isn’t just another light beer. Here’s why Bay City Lager earns its spot in your cooler all summer long:
- Sessionable strength – At 4.2% ABV, you can sip responsibly from the first pitch to the fireworks.
- Crisp, clean finish – Quenches your post-beach thirst like a pro.
- Low bitterness – Balanced just right, so hop-shy friends won’t turn it down.
- Flavor without fuss – Gentle bite and subtle sweetness play nice with any summer dish.
- Locally brewed – Straight from our San Diego brewery to your taste buds.
Celebrate All Summer-Long With Bay City Brewing
We’re not just brewing for the season — we’re celebrating it. Here’s what’s happening at our San Diego brewery tasting rooms this summer:
- Open on July 4th – With an early Padres game, downtown fireworks, and Happy Hour at both locations, it’s the place to kick off your Fourth.
- Weekly Events – Join us for Tuesday $17 Pizza and a Pint and Wing Wednesdays in East Village, and Thirsty Thursdays in Point Loma.
- Weekly Happy Hours – Half off drinks from 3–5 p.m. Check out our event calendar for dates.
- Game-Day Specials – We’ve got the beer, screens, and snacks to make your next Padres watch party a win.
Want more details? Our event calendar has it all.
Where to Find Bay City Lager
You’ll always find Bay City Lager fresh on tap at our East Village and Point Loma tasting rooms. Headed out of town or need a beach-ready six-pack? You can track down cans at local San Diego stores and bars using our beer finder map.
Tag Us Wherever Summer Takes You
Whether you’re on the rooftop, at the ballgame, or kicking back with friends on the patio, Bay City Lager is the iconic American lager recipe that keeps summer going.
Tag Bay City Brewing in your summer moments and let us know where you’re sipping!