“Karl’s Cool S#!T Summer” Sweepstakes Terms and Conditions
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. OPEN ONLY TO LEGAL RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA, 21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.
1. Sponsor
Karl Strauss Brewing Company, 5985 Santa Fe Street, San Diego, CA 92109
2. Eligibility
The Karl’s Cool S#!T Summer (“Sweepstakes”) is open only to legal California residents who are 21 years of age or older at the time of entry. Karl Strauss Brewing Company employees are eligible to enter, but may submit only one entry. Void outside of California and where otherwise prohibited by law.
3. Sweepstakes Period
The Sweepstakes begins on May 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM PT and ends at 11:59 PM PT on September 1, 2025.
4. How to Enter
Brewpub Entry: For grand prize giveaways, visit any participating Karl Strauss brewpub, scan the Sweepstakes QR code, and complete the official entry form online. Only one entry per person per location will be accepted for each monthly giveaway (July, August, September).
Alternate Method of Entry (AMOE): Entrants may also enter without visiting a brewpub by accessing the sweepstakes entry form via www.karlstrauss.com/cool-sh!t-summer-sweepstakes
Social Media Entry: For extra chances at a grand prize, plus exclusive entries to our mid-tier and lower tier giveaways, follow @karlstraussbeer on Instagram and follow the prompts on designated giveaway posts (Happening from May 22nd–September 1st). Entry instructions and deadlines will be provided in each individual post and/or story.
Duplicate entries will be disqualified. No purchase necessary to enter or win.
5. Prizes and Approximate Retail Value (ARV)
Each Grand Prize includes:
– (1) Custom Carhartt Backpack (~$80)
– (1) Melin Hat (~$70)
– (2) Cases of Karl Strauss Core Beer (~$70)*
– (1) $100 Karl Strauss Gift Card
– (1) Custom Pickleball Set (~$60)
– (1) Rumpl Blanket (~$100)
– (1) Custom Stanley Mug (~$40)
*Beer is provided as an incidental portion of a larger prize and will only be awarded in-person to verified 21+ winners. If winner cannot claim beer, a gift card of equal value will be substituted. Alcohol will not be shipped.
Total ARV per Grand Prize: ~$520.
Total Number of Prizes: 30 Grand Prizes (27 via brewpub entries, 3 via Instagram giveaways)
6. Winner Selection & Notification
Brewpub Sweepstakes: Winners will be randomly drawn off premises (meaning, drawing will not happen at a Karl Strauss brewpub) on July 1, August 1, and September 1, 2025, and contacted via email and SMS text message (standard carrier rates may apply).
Social Media Sweepstakes: Winners will be selected via random draw at Sponsor discretion and contacted through Instagram direct message.
For both sweepstakes types, failure to respond within 48 hours may result in disqualification and selection of an alternate winner.
7. Prize Redemption
Brewpub Sweepstakes Winners: If a winner responds within the 48-hour period, the winner and Karl Strauss Brewing Company (“Sponsor”) will coordinate a scheduled pickup date at the brewpub location for which they entered. Once a reasonably soon pickup date is confirmed, the winner will have seven (7) business days from that date to collect their prize in person. If the prize is not collected within the 7-business-day window, the winner will be disqualified and an alternate winner may be selected at the Sponsor’s discretion. All winners must present valid government-issued ID showing proof of age (21+) at time of pickup. Prizes will not be released without proper identification.
Social Media Sweepstakes Winners: They may coordinate a pickup at a brewpub or request prize shipment (subject to verification and availability). Valid ID (21+) is required for prize pickup or delivery.
8. Middle Tier Prizes – Experience & Ticket Giveaways
These prizes may include:
– Two (2) tickets to Disneyland Resort (ERV: $320)
– Two (2) tickets to the San Diego Zoo (ERV: $140)
– Two (2) tickets to the San Diego Safari Park (ERV: $130)
– Two (2) tickets to a San Diego Padres game at Petco Park (ERV: $120)
– Two (2) tickets to Knott’s Berry Farm (ERV: $160)
– Two (2) tickets to SeaWorld San Diego (ERV: $180)
– Two (2) tickets to LEGOLAND California Resort (ERV: $180)
These venues are not sponsors of or affiliated with this sweepstakes. Their trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
These prizes will be awarded solely through designated Karl Strauss social media giveaway posts on Instagram. Winners will be chosen approximately 2 weeks after a giveaway post becomes live. Winners will be selected via random draw and notified using the contact method they provided. All winners must respond within 48 hours to claim their prize. Unclaimed prizes may be forfeited.
9. Lower Tier Prizes – Lootcrates
Lootcrates may include:
– Chapstick
– Stickers
– Sunglasses
– Coasters
– Koozies
– Beachball
– Pint glass
– Keychain(s)
– Keychain sunscreen
– Optional $15 Karl Strauss Gift Card
Lootcrates are distributed at random via social media giveaways and in-person events. ERV ranges from $33 to $55. Gift cards not guaranteed in each box.
10. General Conditions
Sponsor may disqualify any entrant found tampering or violating rules. By entering, participants grant the right to use their name, image, and content for promotional use without further compensation. This includes prize pickup photos and user-generated content.
Winners are responsible for all taxes. If prize value exceeds $600, Sponsor may issue IRS Form 1099.
11. Privacy
Entrants’ information is used only to administer the sweepstakes and fulfill prizes, in accordance with Karl Strauss’ privacy policy.
Additional FAQ
Q: How do I enter?
A: Scan the QR code at any Karl Strauss brewpub, visit www.karlstrauss.com/summer-sweepstakes, and/or visit @karlstraussbeer on Instagram to learn more.
Q: Do I need to buy something to enter?
A: NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.
Q: Can I enter more than once?
A: One entry per brewpub location per month. One per Instagram giveaway post/story.
Q: How will I know if I won?
A: We’ll contact you via phone, email, or Instagram DM.
Q: Where do I pick up my prize?
A: Brewpub prizes are picked up at the location selected. Instagram winners may receive prizes via mail or pickup. Beer must be claimed in-person at a Karl Strauss brewpub.
Q: Are Instagram or the venues affiliated with this giveaway?
A: No. This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by Instagram or any prize venue.