On Saturday, November 22nd, the west coast of Puerto Rico will pulse with flavor, sound, and style as Boxlab Brewing Co. presents its very first Boxlab MiniFest. Hosted at The Beer Box in Aguadilla, this micro-festival blends bold craft beer, local culinary talent, live music, vinyl culture, and artisan creativity, crafted for those who crave something different.
A Celebration of Puerto Rican Creativity
Forget mega festivals. Boxlab MiniFest is an intimate, curated gathering that showcases the best of Puerto Rico’s underground scenes, from small-batch brewers to experimental DJs, and from hand-thrown jewelry to crate digging vinyl vendors. It’s a celebration of community, collaboration, and creativity.
Live Music Line-Up: Electronic Meets Experimental
At the core of this sensory experience is a lineup of electronic music pioneers and innovators:
- Mental Intensivo (Jorge Ramos & Raymond Gadget) – Electronic veterans known for pushing the boundaries of Puerto Rico’s independent music scene.
- Solaris – The atmospheric and cinematic project of Félix Adorno.
- Jorge Castro aka @akajorgecastro – Representing Boxlab with a mix of techno, Caribbean rhythms, and glitchy grooves.
Tap Takeover: Craft Beer Spotlight
Boxlab’s tap lines get taken over by two of Puerto Rico’s most talked-about breweries:
- REBL Brewery – Known for juicy hazy IPAs and edgy brews from Utuado.
- Ingeniero Microbrewery – Manati’s own masters of bold flavor profiles.
Boxlab MiniFest Limited Release:
ALOHA NATA IPA – is a double dry-hopped punch style IPA brewed with milk sugar, guava, blood orange, pineapple, cherry, lime, and Mosaic LUPOMAX hops. Bursting with tropical fruit intensity
Kitchen Takeover + Artisan Market
Kaukau BQN brings its innovative “island fusion” cuisine to the MiniFest, designing a menu that pairs beautifully with Boxlab brews.
Local vendor lineup:
- Tierrita Dulce – Artisanal desserts with island flair.
- Caracuri – Stunning handcrafted jewelry inspired by Puerto Rican landscapes and textures.
Record Fair: Vinyl Culture Alive
Collectors, crate diggers, and analog audiophiles—rejoice.
- Vinyl Forces and BQN Records will host a Mini Record Fair with exclusive vinyl finds, rare pressings, and cult classics.
Boxlab MiniFest Details
- Date: Saturday, November 22
- Time: 3:00 PM until late
- Location: The Beer Box – Carr. 110, Km 31.6, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
- Admission: Free & open to the public
Why You Can’t Miss Boxlab MiniFest
Boxlab MiniFest is more than a beer event. It’s a cultural moment, where music meets hops, art meets flavor, and the west coast scene gets its spotlight. Whether you’re a craft beer lover, music head, or creative soul, there’s a place for you at this community first celebration.
Photo: Boxlab Brewing Co.
