tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41596091774091932502024-03-13T02:47:25.880-04:00Brew EnglandSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09330391724110107705noreply@blogger.comBlogger407125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-5147508331059279572013-11-21T10:41:00.000-05:002013-11-21T10:41:06.438-05:00Guest Blogger: Fall to Winter Fest Recap<i>by Mark Omobono</i><br />
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Ladies and germs, welcome to the show! My name is Mark and I
write/live/love <a href="file:///H:/Downloads/releasethekrausen.wordpress.com">ReleasetheKrausen</a>
on the reg, but my buddy Adam here at BrewEngland called an audible on the most
entertaining fest of the year and asked me to go as a guest in his place. BIG
MISTAKE. Because The <a href="http://drinkcraftbeer.com/">Drink Craft Beer</a> Fall-to-Winter Fest is easily one of the
most underappreciated, high-quality beer festivals in the New England area.
Year to year, they continue to impress yours truly, and I look forward to this
nonsense all summer from the end of <a href="http://beeradvocate.com/events/info/62363">American Craft Beer Festival</a>. As for 2013’s
business, lets break down why I've got my jimmies all rustled here.</div>
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First of all, the beer selection was amazing. 25 New England
craft breweries, all pouring up to 5 different offerings, were all in a
constant state of good cheer. From the big guys, like Sam Adams, to the
smallest outfits, like <a href="http://www.urbanfarmfermentory.com/">Urban Farm Fermentory</a>, every brewery brought their
A-game. This was partially due to the fact that the fall-to-winter season is
home to some of the most creative and sought-after beer styles all year:
imperial porters, Russian imperial stouts, holiday ales, and rum/whiskey/cask
aging projects are just a few of the options. Flavor combinations including
spices, nuts, oak, juniper, vanilla, pine, caramel… every month colder than March
is home to beers that are profoundly complex in a deep, dark way. Drink Craft
Beer knows this and primes the pump with the best local beer around, including
(but not exclusively) beer hitting mad combinations of these flavor palates,
PLUS more that you would never even think of. I’ll get to examples later.</div>
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Secondly, DCB is one of the only organizations I know that
gives a hearty nod to cideries (Real word, who knows) on a regular basis. A
whopping 20% of the invited purveyors were peddling a prominent plethora of
pressed apple poisons. It’s New England, people; fall-to-winter is like the
Superbowl for our booming apple industry. Act like you’re on the home team! The
things the local cideries are doing with apples are BLOWING my mind right now.
And for a Fest to dedicate 20% of available space to this underappreciated
realm of spicy fruity treats? That’s respect, yo.</div>
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there’s the actual festival itself. The space DCB uses, Space 57 in Boston in
the Revere Hotel, is perfect for Fest events. DCB capped the ticket count at a
number that was below the capacity of the space, and I actually had room to swing
my elbows and do my I-found-a-great-new-beer Victory Dance. The lighting, the
flow of the crowd, and positioning of new and promising breweries were all
supah-fine. They put up a live Twitter board filtering the hashtag #FTWfest,
which engaged the whole crowd and provided a forum for public beer praise,
special “secret offerings” announcements, and even an engagement, I think? The
food available was from local restaurants and food trucks, including the
ever-popular Union Square Donuts Bacon-Maple donuts, and was perfect for </span>soaking up the alcoholic offerings of the night.</div>
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And because I KNOW you’re all wondering about it, here were
the best things that I found in liquid form at the festival. These weren’t full
reviews, because Iin my opinion you can’t get much of a review using a 2oz
tasting. Maybe Adam will let me participate in Tuesday Tastings? Huh? Huh?
Anyways, I’ll be purchasing these treats at the <a href="http://www.craftbeercellar.com/">Craft Beer Cellar</a> in the next few
days to start stocking my nuts up for winter. NOTE: I successfully avoided
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<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Bantam
Cider (MA)</b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> Persian Spice (??% ABV): Delightful flavors of apple cinnamon
and floral notes due to added cardamom and a list of other spices I had no time
to write down. Would be perfect for Thanksgiving-time sharing.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Berkshire
Brewing Co. (MA)</b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> Coffeehouse Porter (6.2%): These folks basically define
the coffee porter game. Velvet-mouthfeel coffee deliciousness that my fiancé “can
NOT get enough of,” meaning I better get some STAT or else. </span><i style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Honorable Mention</i><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">: the “Secret Menu”
which was their Cabin Fever (6.3%) winter warmer spiked with Vanilla Bean mead
(of which I didn’t get the creator) that was one of my favorite treats of the
night.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Citizen
Cider (VT) </b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Dirty Mayor (6.9%): Delicious off-dry apple cider made with a
big punch of ginger. Crisp and palate-cleansing, really impressed me for a very
young outfit.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Downeast
Cider House (MA) </b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Barrel Project #2 (7%): A bourbon-barrel aged sweet(er)
cider that really rang with the flavors of vanilla and caramel, and was a great
example of how to creatively use barrels for cider. I went back for thirds!</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Peak
Organic Brewing (ME) </b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Oak Aged Chestnut Mocha Stout on Cask: the names
really says it all. They really treated the nuts delicately, as from my own
homebrewing experience they can get oily and astringent when used incorrectly.
A very well-balanced ale, they do some interesting things for a brewery I’ve
usually been ho-hum about.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">High
Horse Brewing (MA) </b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">The Business (9.4%): this imperial stout had a gorgeous
smooth mouthfeel that allowed a deep palate of dark fruits, black coffee, dark
cocoa, and a bit of alcohol sweetness to conquer your lips. Next time I’m in
Amherst I’ll be stopping by for a tasting!</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Two Roads
Brewing Co. (CT) </b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Biere de Noel (7.3%): If you’re a fan of Delirium Tremens,
you would love this beer. Certainly a standout from the rest of the crowd with
its distinct banana/clove nose and fuzzy mouthfeel, this was another favorite
of mine from the fest.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 7pt;"> </span></span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Wormtown
Brewery (MA) </b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Sweet Tats (9%): With oatmeal, cacao nibs, vanilla beans, and
locally-roasted cold-brew coffee going into this monster, the coffee-frappe
semblance of this imperial stout made it go down easier than an Dunks iced
coffee in the middle of July.</span></li>
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If you made it all the way here, thanks for reading my
babbling all the way to the end. Give some love to DCB via <a href="http://www.facebook.com/drinkcraftbeer">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://www.twitter.com/drinkcraftbeer">Twitter</a>, but do yourself a
favor and mark down the next fest coming up from these guys, because they are
classy individuals running kick-ass festivals; you can’t afford to not
experience it someday so get on that ish. If you went, hit me up in the
Twitterverse at <a href="https://twitter.com/bono_burr">@bono_burr</a> to tell
me how spot-on I was with my one-liner reviews. You can also tell Adam how much
fun you had reading my guest blogging. I may be back for more! Until then,
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BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-60997183940682803742013-11-15T11:02:00.004-05:002013-11-15T11:02:52.428-05:00Drink Craft Beer Fall to Winter Fest - TONIGHT!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Speaking of Slumbrew Yankee Swap, tonight is your first opportunity to try it at the Drink Craft Beer <a href="http://drinkcraftbeer.com/falltowinterfest">Fall to Winter Fest</a>, kicking off tonight at Space 57 at the Revere Hotel in Boston.<br />
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The FTW Fest was the first <a href="http://drinkcraftbeer.com/">Drink Craft Beer</a> festival we attended last year, and boy oh boy was it great. First off, Jeff and Devon really work hard to put on a fabulous event. They limit the breweries to 25, which also includes cider and mead makers, all of which are from New England. Obviously, this is something we strongly support!<br />
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On top of that, they also limit the amount of tickets sold, so it's not a complete cluster fuck while trying to get beer. The beer lines move quickly, and the brewers ALWAYS bring some great beers - usually some one-offs and special brews specific to the DCB themed festivals. It makes for a unique festival experience, no doubt.<br />
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Tickets are still available for all sessions, but are likely to sell out as they tend to do! Tickets are $50 for all three sessions: Tonight from 6-9:30pm, Tomorrow from 1-4:30pm and 6-9:30pm and your ticket includes unlimited 2 oz samples of 75+ fall and winter beers from 25 New England craft brewers. You'll also receive a biodegradable tasting cup and a fest guide!<br />
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There will also be food available for sample and purchase, from <a href="http://meimeiboston.com/">Mei Mei Street Kitchen</a>, <a href="http://www.roxysgrilledcheese.com/">Roxy's Grilled Chees</a>e, <a href="http://www.grillospickles.com/">Grillo's Pickles</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/UnionSquareDonuts%E2%80%8E">Union Square Donuts</a>.<br />
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Check out the full brewers list at <a href="http://drinkcraftbeer.com/">drinkcraftbeer.com</a> and get your ticket fast!BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-77997810885033334362013-11-15T10:03:00.000-05:002013-11-15T13:30:50.967-05:00Tuesday Night Tasting: Slumbrew - Yankee Swap<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #fcfcff; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;">Wow...it's been a while since we've posted. It's also been even longer since we posted a Tuesday Night Tasting. While we realize it's Friday, it seemed like as good of a day to post our latest review.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #fcfcff; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;">This is a new special release beer by <a href="http://www.slumbrew.com/">Slumbrew</a>, and the first barrel aged beer that they've done commercially. It has a bold, dark brownish hue with a light chocolaty brown head. It pours well, and has a medium, creamy, fluffy head that hangs around. It also gives nice lacing to the glass as you drink it down!</span><br style="background-color: #fcfcff; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px !important; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px !important; border-top-left-radius: 0px !important; border-top-right-radius: 0px !important; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: #fcfcff; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px !important; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px !important; border-top-left-radius: 0px !important; border-top-right-radius: 0px !important; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: #fcfcff; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;">The aroma is incredible. <a href="http://www.turkeyshoredistilleries.com/">The Turkey Shore Distilleries</a>/Old Ipswich Rum barrels really shine through on this beer. It has a great subtly sweet malty and vanilla scent, and nice oak notes to it that are inviting.</span><br style="background-color: #fcfcff; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px !important; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px !important; border-top-left-radius: 0px !important; border-top-right-radius: 0px !important; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: #fcfcff; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px !important; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px !important; border-top-left-radius: 0px !important; border-top-right-radius: 0px !important; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: #fcfcff; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;">The first sip really gets you into this beer. The vanilla notes carry over, and you're palate is engulfed by a rather mild malt profile. The rum is noticeable too, but is not overbearing. When I drank the first half of the bottle, I could not believe this beer was 12%. Much like the Slumbrew <a href="http://brewengland.blogspot.com/2012/08/tuesday-night-tasting-slumbrew-trekker.html?spref=tw">Trekker Trippel</a>, the ABV of the Yankee Swap drinks seemingly much lower than what it actually is. I can't wait to have this on draft.</span><br style="background-color: #fcfcff; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px !important; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px !important; border-top-left-radius: 0px !important; border-top-right-radius: 0px !important; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: #fcfcff; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px !important; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px !important; border-top-left-radius: 0px !important; border-top-right-radius: 0px !important; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: #fcfcff; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;">It has a fairly full mouth feel, yet is not super heavy. This is most likely due to the pale malts used in the mash. For a strong ale, it is definitely drinkable and is really enjoyable. It's highly recommended that you share this with someone you like, because it could prove difficult putting down an entire 22 oz bottle of 12% ABV beer.</span><br style="background-color: #fcfcff; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px !important; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px !important; border-top-left-radius: 0px !important; border-top-right-radius: 0px !important; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: #fcfcff; border-bottom-left-radius: 0px !important; border-bottom-right-radius: 0px !important; border-top-left-radius: 0px !important; border-top-right-radius: 0px !important; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: #fcfcff; color: #141414; line-height: 15px;">Drink now, or age for a while. This beer will hold up!</span></span>BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-38656408959217259022013-10-23T13:03:00.002-04:002013-10-23T13:12:42.661-04:00An Exciting Day for the Alchemist<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have next week off and plan (tentatively) to make the voyage north to the Green Mountain state to stop at <a href="http://www.alchemistbeer.com/%E2%80%8E">The Alchemist </a>to get my hands on a case of Heady Topper. I mean, it's been a while since I've had it. So, in preparation I took a gander at The Alchemist's website, where I found some great news!</div>
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A few weeks ago they posted a super vague picture of one of their brew kettles with an unknown added ingredient. I'm unsure if it was ever identified, but it looked to be cranberries or cherries. Nevertheless, one could assume that The Alchemist was working on a beer other than Heady Topper.</div>
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It was in fact confirmed yesterday on their blog, that they would be releasing 15 barrels a month for growler fills of some of their old beers from when they had their Brew Pub (<a href="http://brewengland.blogspot.com/2011/08/irene-washes-out-vermont-breweries.html?spref=tw">it was destroyed by Hurricane Irene back in 2011</a>). The first beer is going to be Donovan's Red, and is available at one growler fill per person.</div>
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There are many more details, too many to list here, so read more about the new beer(s) and rules <a href="http://www.alchemistbeer.com/exciting-day/">here</a>.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tomorrow evening, join 38 of your favorite Massachusetts breweries and brewing companies on the concourse of the Seaport World Trade Center for the 4th Annual <a href="http://www.massbrewersguild.com/">Massachusetts Brewers Guild</a> Festival. This will be the <a href="http://brewengland.blogspot.com/2011/08/so-massachusetts-brewers-guild-posted.html?spref=tw">3rd year in a row</a> we have attended, and let us tell you it is seriously one of the greatest festivals on the calendar each year.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The past two years has been amazing weather. Paired with some incredible beer, friendly faces, smaller crowds than you're probably used to, and one killer backdrop, this is an amazing event. When you pair all of those features, not to mention absolutely gorgeous weather (slated to be high 70's at the beginning of the fest, for at least the 3rd year in a row), you can not beat this event.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The $35 tickets sold quickly, but there are still tickets left. However, we have been given a pair of tickets to give away. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Here's how you have a chance of winning: Just leave</span> a comment here letting us know what beers/brewers you're excited about tomorrow. Pretty Simple! Bonus points if you <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BrewEngland">Like our Facebook</a> page and <a href="https://twitter.com/brewengland">Follow Us on Twitter</a> (if you're not currently doing so). If you are on Twitter, leave your @Twitter handle in your comment and we'll follow back!</div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">One winner will be drawn tomorrow at 12pm tomorrow August 30th. The winner's name will be left on the guest list, </span><span style="color: #222222;">courtesy</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;"> of Brew England.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">What: </span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Massachusetts Brewers Guild is hosting its fourth annual Mass Brewers Fest on Friday, August 30<sup>th</sup>, bringing together Massachusetts beer lovers and brewers to celebrate local craft beer! Featuring more than 100 different beers from 30+ member breweries in the Massachusetts Brewers Guild, the Mass Brewers Guild Fest provides an excellent opportunity for craft beer lovers to sample local favorites, as well as some specialty beers brewed exclusively for this festival.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">What’s New this Year?</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">: On August 2<sup>nd</sup>, brewers of the Mass Brewers Guild came together at Mayflower Brewing Company to collectively brew a first of its kind collaboration beer. The limited release beer, a cask English Mild, will be unveiled at this year’s Fest, but will have a unique twist. Each brewer will have given the base beer their own special touch – adding a favorite hop, signature ingredient, aging the beer in barrels, etc. – showcasing the brewer’s art and creativity in each cask & ready to be tasted at the Fest.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Where: </span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The event will take place at <a href="mailto:http://www.seaportboston.com/meetings-and-events/event-venues/Outdoor-Spaces/The-Headhouse-Concourse.aspx" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">World Trade Center Head House Concourse</a>, located at 200 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, a beautiful indoor/outdoor venue on Boston's historic waterfront.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">When:</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> The Fest will begin at 6:00 pm on Friday, August 30<sup>th</sup><u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Cost:</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> Tickets are $40, with beer samples included. The first 500 beer lovers to purchase a ticket will receive a discounted ticket price of $35. For more information please visit the Massachusetts Brewers Guild website at <a href="http://www.massbrewersguild.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.massbrewersguild.org</a>, or purchase tickets directly at <a href="http://massbrewersfest.eventbrite.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://massbrewersfest.<wbr></wbr>eventbrite.com/</a>.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="mailto:http://www.massbrewersguild.org/craft-beer/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><b>About the Massachusetts Brewers Guild</b></a><b><i><u></u><u></u></i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">The Massachusetts Brewers Guild is a 501 (c)(6) non-profit corporation, organized for the purposes of promoting craft brewing and protecting the interests of craft brewers in Massachusetts. Membership is eligible to any business or individual 1.) holding a “Brewers Notice” issued by the TTB and a Massachusetts License to Manufacture, a Farmer Brewer’s License, or a Brewpub License, (Chapter 138 Sections 19, 19C, and 19D) issued by the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission, or 2) contracting brewing in Massachusetts, selling beer commercially in Massachusetts, and having its primary place of business in Massachusetts. Currently there are over 52 members of the Guild. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.massbrewersguild.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.massbrewersguild.org</a>. </span></div>
BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-24960773796243623642013-08-07T09:09:00.003-04:002013-08-07T09:09:54.642-04:00Jaws Commemorative Can Out This Week<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Who doesn't love a 'Gansett? Well, you can celebrate Shark Week and drink some 'Gansett in style, as Narragansett Beer re-released their 1975 edition of the 12 oz can yesterday. Personally, I prefer my 'Gansett lagers in tall-boy fashion, but these retro cans are pretty cool.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>PROVIDENCE, R.I. (August 6, 2013) </b>– Today, Narragansett Beer announces the re-release of the wildly popular “Jaws” can just in time for <i>Discovery Channel</i>’s “Shark Week” and “Jaws” actor Robert Shaw’s birthday. For a limited time, all 12-, 18- and 30-packs of 12-ounce cans of Narragansett Lager will feature the same design and logo made popular by the shark-infested thriller.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The can’s retro imagery, nostalgic to the millions of beer-drinking baby boomers who came of age at the time, became permanently ingrained in American culture with the release of <i>Jaws</i> in 1975. In the film, Captain Sam Quint, played by Oscar-nominated actor Robert Shaw, who would have turned 86 on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_920412453" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Aug. 9</span></span>, famously crushes a can of Narragansett Lager to intimidate Richard Dreyfuss’ character. At the time, ‘Gansett was prevalent throughout the Northeast, including Martha’s Vineyard where “Jaws” was filmed, producing over one million barrels of beer per year.<span style="background-color: yellow; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial;"><u></u><u></u></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">While this classic can design may recall memories of the good ol’ days, the quality of its contents also speaks to the brand’s rich heritage. Narragansett Lager is the brewer’s flagship beer, its original recipe tracked down by former Brewmaster Bill Anderson when the company was revived in 2005 by CEO Mark Hellendrung. Since then, it has been recognized by<i>BeerAdvocate.com</i> as the No. 1 rated domestic premium lager and awarded the gold medal for best lager by the Great International Beer Festival.</span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif; font-size: 10pt;"><u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The 12-ounce limited-edition retro can is available for purchase throughout New England where 12-, 18- and 30-packs are sold (SRP: 12-packs: $9.99 - $11.99; 18-packs: $12.99 - $14.99; 30-packs: $18.99 - $20.99). <u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Narragansett Beer…Brewed since 1890. ‘Gansett is a straightforward, quality beer that has been a New England tradition for generations, producing a classic family of award-winning American lagers & ales. Today, ‘Gansett is produced at top-rated breweries in Providence, R.I., Rochester, N.Y., and Buzzard’s Bay, Mass. and is one of America's top 50 regional brewers and the fastest-growing in the Northeast. Narragansett is available for purchase in local restaurants, bars, and liquor stores throughout New England, New York, New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, the District of Columbia, North Carolina, Florida, Wisconsin and Nashville, Tenn.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Thirsty for more? Visit: <a href="http://www.narragansettbeer.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.narragansettbeer.com</a>.</span></div>
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BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-79958740104495148062013-08-02T16:02:00.001-04:002013-08-02T16:34:02.955-04:00WGBH Craft Beer Festival RecapWhat do you get when you mix NPR, amazing craft beer, and incredibly delicious food? Aside from a good time, you get the first ever <a href="http://www.wgbh.org/%E2%80%8E">WGBH</a> Craft Beer Fest! Put on by WGBH, Massachusetts' Public Radio and Television station, back on July 13th, this mix of New England craft brewers and area food and beverage business attracted a variety of craft beer geeks and foodies alike!<br />
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Our friends Sarah and George were joining us for the evening and we made a stop in at <a href="http://www.deepellum-boston.com/%E2%80%8E">Deep Ellum</a> in Allston for some grub and pints. Despite having just ate, we were still planning our plan of attack for the snacks that were going to be available to us.<br />
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The event took place on the studio grounds in Brighton, and proved to be a sort of hidden gem for a beer festival. While the campus of WGBH is vast, there was a good sized alley of sorts where the beer tents were set up. Aside from the free parking, this festival had some of the best food we've ever seen.<br />
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As soon as you walked through the gate, you were greeted instantly by the <a href="http://www.roxysgrilledcheese.com/">Roxy's Gourmet Grilled Cheese Food Truck</a>. Churning out overwhelmingly good, gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, you couldn't help but stop in for a snack.<br />
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The brewers were set up on either side of the alley, just around the corner. In addition to brewers like <a href="http://www.slumbrew.com/%E2%80%8E">Slumbrew</a>, <a href="http://www.baxterbrewing.com/%E2%80%8E">Baxter Brewing Co.</a>, <a href="http://www.prettythingsbeertoday.com/wp/%E2%80%8E">Pretty Things,</a> <a href="http://watchcitybrew.com/%E2%80%8E">Watch City Brewing</a>, <a href="http://www.peakbrewing.com/%E2%80%8E">Peak Organic</a>, <a href="http://smuttynose.com/%E2%80%8E">Smuttynose</a>, <a href="http://www.whitebirchbrewing.com/%E2%80%8E">White Birch,</a> and more, there were also some other awesome vendors there. Our friends Kate and Suzanne from <a href="http://www.craftbeercellar.com/%E2%80%8E">Craft Beer Cellar</a> were offering up samples of a variety of choice Belgian beers, including the ever so rare <a href="http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/313/1545">Westvleteren XII</a>, as well as some other incredibly hard to get beer like <a href="http://www.alchemistbeer.com/%E2%80%8E">The Alchemist</a>'s <a href="http://brewengland.blogspot.com/2012/11/tuesday-night-tasting-alchemist-heady.html?spref=tw">Heady Topper</a>!<br />
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The folks from <a href="https://beerbrew.com/%E2%80%8E">Modern Homebrew Emporium</a> in Cambridge were on hand and were actually brewing a beer. They were offering advice to those looking to get into the hobby, and additional pointers to the many homebrewers who were in attendance.<br />
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Over by the live music, the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Moyzilla">Moyzilla Food Truck</a> was cranking out various delicious small bites like dumplings and grilled chicken skewers. You couldn't help but fill up!<br />
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The lines for beer were long at times, but they were always moving. These brewers are serious professionals and know how to keep the crowd happy.<br />
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The only drawback from this event was the periodical light rain that fell. Fortunately, it was light and we had beer, so it wasn't much of an issue. The free parking was a definite bonus! It sounds like the event was a success, so don't be surprised if you see the 2nd Annual installment next summer!<br />
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<br />BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-34296904023303308872013-08-01T15:09:00.000-04:002013-08-01T15:09:19.521-04:00Happy #IPAday<br />
August 1st marks the hippest day on the beer calendar - IPA Day! Started in 2011 as an homage to a fabulous beer style, lupulin lovers across the world (okay, at least the country) participate in this annual tradition.<br />
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Now, for Sarah and I, we tend to celebrate IPA day just about every day as we are huge fans of India Pale Ales. For others, it's not exactly the style for them (for whatever reason that is). Many people have already been showing their love for the IPA today, but for the majority for us...well, we'll have to wait until this evening to participate.<br />
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If you're trying to figure out what beer(s) to celebrate with tonight, here are some fabulous IPAs to chose from, offered by some incredible breweries and brewers in New England.<br />
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<a href="http://mayflowerbrewing.com/%E2%80%8E">Mayflower Brewing Co.</a> IPA - Piney, malty, delicious. One of our favorite English style IPAs.<br />
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<a href="http://www.slumbrew.com/">Slumbrew</a> Sittin' On Hop of The World - Brand new, it's a White IPA fermented on Peaches. Slightly citrusy, crisp, and delicious.<br />
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<a href="http://www.nightshiftbrewing.com/">Night Shift Brewing</a> Oasis - Lower on the malt, higher on the hop profile. Incredibly floral and drinkable!<br />
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<a href="http://www.baxterbrewing.com/">Baxter Brewing Co.</a> <a href="http://brewengland.blogspot.com/2011/11/tuesday-night-tasting-baxter-brewing-co.html?spref=tw">Stowaway IPA</a> - We still can't get enough of this beer. High malt, high hops, floral, bitter, one hell of a beer!<br />
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<a href="http://www.wormtownbrewery.com/">Wormtown Brewery</a> Be Hoppy IPA - A staple in the Wormtown portfolio, this is a pleasantly bitter and aromatic IPA.<br />
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<a href="http://eartheaglebrewery.com/">Earth Eagle Brewings</a> Jack Wagon - Admittedly, this is a hard one to get your hands on. Earth Eagle Brewings is a new brewery in Portsmouth, NH. Although they brew on a small scale, this beer is huge on flavor. It's bitter, but not overpowering. It's malty sweet that shines!<br />
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<a href="http://wachusettbrew.com/">Watchusett Brewing Co.</a> <a href="http://brewengland.blogspot.com/2010/08/tuesday-night-tasting-wachusette.html?spref=tw">IPA</a> - Incredibly floral and quite bitter. I think this beer is slightly overshadowed by the Green Monstah IPA (also good) and Larry Imperial IPA (incredible).<br />
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<a href="http://www.mainebeercompany.com/%E2%80%8E">Maine Beer Co.</a> Lunch - Also another hard one to find, as it's mostly available in limited quantities, but this is one hell of a beer. Piney, sticky, malty, but smooth and an easy drinker. What else can you ask for in an IPA?<br />
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<a href="http://www.alchemistbeer.com/%E2%80%8E">The Alchemist</a> <a href="http://brewengland.blogspot.com/2012/11/tuesday-night-tasting-alchemist-heady.html?spref=tw">Heady Topper</a> - if you have some, enjoy! If not, and you can get it today (check Eastern Standard in Kenmore) or are in Vermont, definitely do it. Just do it (no, not Nike).<br />
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If you're feeling more national than local, definitely consider: <a href="http://www.stonebrewing.com/">Stone Brewing Co.</a> Ruination IPA, <a href="http://21st-amendment.com/">21st Amendment</a> Brew Free or Die, <a href="http://sixpoint.com/">Sixpoint</a> Resin, <a href="http://averybrewing.com/%E2%80%8E">Avery Brewing Co.</a> IPA, <a href="http://www.dogfish.com/">Dogfish Head</a> 90 Minute.<br />
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Celebrate well my friends!<br />
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<br />BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-45543837144027600432013-08-01T12:13:00.002-04:002013-08-01T12:13:49.222-04:00Night Shift is Hiring!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.nightshiftbrewing.com/">Night Shift Brewing</a>, located in Everett, MA is hiring a full-time Jack-of-All-Trades. This is a hands on, gritty, and demanding position, but sounds like a great job looking to get into the brewing world or continue their career in an up and coming, growing craft brewery.<br />
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Applications are currently being accepted with a deadline of August 15th.<br />
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Read the full job description <a href="http://www.nightshiftbrewing.com/site/about-nsb/jobs/?age-verified=558343480c"><b>here</b></a>.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Many brewers and the brewery representatives will be on hand to talk shop with those in attendance. Come geek out with us!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">That's some impressive line up! Every one of these breweries will be on draft tonight, with some getting multiple lines. There's no way you could possible drink a beer from every brewery, but you can sure as hell try!</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">Come out, have some brews, and meet some cool people!</span></span>BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-1974591100981068962013-07-24T14:32:00.001-04:002013-07-24T14:32:22.742-04:002013 Beer Bloggers Conference Boston<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This weekend 150+ fellow beer bloggers will embark on the <a href="http://beerbloggersconference.org/america/">4<sup>th</sup> Annual Beer Bloggers Conference</a> in Boston, MA. The event actually kicks off in Portland, Maine Thursday night with a pre-conference excursion as well as a Pre-Party at <a href="http://www.classicirish.com/kinsale-home.php">the Kinsale Irish Pub</a> in Boston (more details soon to follow on the Kinsale event).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Sadly, we won't be attending, but there are an incredible amount of events and activities throughout the weekend to keep everyone busy! For additional updates from some of the great beer bloggers who will be there, definitely check out the blogs from Sean and the <a href="http://2beerguys.com/">2beerguys.com</a> crew, Brian from <a href="http://www.seacoastbeveragelab.com/">Seacoast Beverage Lab</a>, and Carla aka: <a href="http://www.thebeerbabe.com/">The Beer Babe</a>!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I know the schedule is jam packed both Friday and Saturday, plus a half day on Sunday. However, should you find yourself with some spare time and would like to venture out on the great city of Boston in search of great local New England craft beer and food, here are some places I highly recommend you consider visiting. All are MBTA accessible or within walking distance from the hotel.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://stoddardsfoodandale.com/%E2%80%8E">Stoddard’s Fine Food & Ales</a></b> – A MUST STOP for any discerning beer fan. Stoddard’s offers 20 tap lines, plus four beer engines (sometimes a gravity cask too), featuring a lineup of great local and regional beers. Their burger is one of the best I’ve had in the city, and I always have a great time. The bartenders are friendly and make some delicious and creative pre-prohibition style cocktails too. The bar area can fill up quickly by 5:30pm as it is in the heart of the Financial District / Beacon Hill, but is a 10 minute walk from the Park Plaza and is T accessible (Red Line, Park Street stop).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://www.yardhouse.com/ma/boston-restaurant/%E2%80%8E">Yard House</a>, Fenway</b> – The Yard House boasts one of the largest selections of beer in the city. The Fenway location is only steps away from historic Fenway Park and has ample seating for large groups. They have a huge bar, with a second bar in the back with garage doors for great patio dining. The food is decent, and the beer selection is big. It’s also conveniently located in between two T stops (Green Line D Line, Fenway Stop).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://thelowerdepths.com/%E2%80%8E">Lower Depths</a>, Kenmore Square</b> – The national chain restaurant not your thing? Try Lower Depths in Kenmore Square instead. Lower Depths features a great line up of local and national craft beer on draft, with a cask, plus a too-big-to-list bottle and can list. Their food is great too, but you better bring some cash as they don't take credit cards. However, it is well worth it! (Green Line, Kenmore Square Stop *any line but the E line).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://redbones.com/">Redbones</a>, Davis Square Somerville</b> – Davis Square is one of the best places in the city. Okay, well it’s technically just outside of Boston, but there are an incredible amount of bars/restaurants that serve a ton of great craft beer. Redbones is the best place in Somerville to grab some food and a pint (or five). They feature 28 lines and two casks, which basically rotate daily or every few days, and their barbeque menu is delicious and extensive. They also have two bars, one upstairs with an adjacent dining room, and one downstairs dubbed “Underbones.” Underbones is a dark and mellow lounge, which is great to escape the outside heat (Red Line, Davis Square Stop).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://russellhousecambridge.com/">Russell House Tavern</a>, Harvard Square Cambridge</b> – If you’re looking to visit the historic "Hahvad Yahd", Russell House Tavern is the best place to visit. They have a small bar upstairs, with a bigger bar downstairs. They also have a fairly good sized dining room downstairs and have another one of my favorite burgers in the city. You’ll always find a small, but selectively great line up of local beers on both draft and in bottles (Red Line, Harvard Square Stop).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">These are just some of the great places the City of Boston has to offer. The beer and food rival that of any other great beer city and you will not be disappointed by visiting any (or all) of these places. If you live here or in the area, you probably know already how awesome our city is. If this is your first time in Boston, welcome!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy your time and get out there and explore!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Cheers,</span></div>
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BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-28340156587258436972013-07-23T09:38:00.000-04:002013-07-23T09:38:26.406-04:006th Annual Summer Brewfest at Indian Ranch<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong style="font-size: 20pt;">Summer Brewfest Returns to </strong><strong style="font-size: 20pt;">the Beach at Indian Ranch <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1570321126" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Saturday, August 3</span></span></strong></div>
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<em>Sixth Annual Festival introduces craft brewers from </em><em style="font-size: 16pt;">Massachusetts and beyond, music, food and more</em></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">(Webster, MA; July 22, 2013) - While <a href="" shape="rect">Indian Ranch</a> is known for offering music lovers a chance to see some of the nation's best country, classic rock and pop bands in an intimate setting on the shore of Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggcha<wbr></wbr>ubunagungamaugg, each summer on one day music takes a back seat to beer. On <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1570321127" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Saturday, August 3 from 2:00-6:00PM</span></span>, over 100 different beers and malt beverages will be served at the Sixth Annual Summer Brewfest at Indian Ranch.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Beer aficionados and novices alike will have the opportunity to sample local, regional and international micro-brews, craft beers and malt beverages while enjoying delicious food, listening to live music, and taking part in plenty of fun and games on the beach.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This year's Summer Brewfest will introduce three new Massachusetts breweries including <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmm9bGRlUniIcfrXf2OMNZxLktF86Npv08vWuS0e4N7SS9dwOSUv6xnRS9wR1hYoEyHiKKU_mt8MzmJYP-FpcDKLHReDL4G4itEbE52R2PkDOixwStIDMQDU" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Bay State Beer Company</a> from Leicester, <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmlGvTHWE-vnCR-p3IABeHxBiYS0RV3VC8DftfRGeQ8APx3vh1yZVTnVlyVHPeGAWFr1JSCHJ9ySIuuLAJJuh_7Oljn2vezAYgjtlSA27rGw6jA3-wQhEldH" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Battle Road Brewing Company </a>from Ipswich and Webster's own <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmlmmMyupvtdeMbrStz8ZvCc7EzAccWbs8Dd1I1tagyLrTk8B26EcUkusW_F4G2CbfBBDe2SrXHzUSdpRia2e6W6InC7BaL_alfD9G3GGL0Q0w==" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Kretschmann Brewing Company</a>. Worcester's <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmkTrKWL_sk0YrcKuSQUCCBdwPOj6D81GpklC6hfnYYbvXZOMKBraJQyAQTvEfJDBUqjCx4dH62suR75LyXs6-qjnGgeCMWeLY11Sdw9WEhS4KEt8p4LUYHX" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Wormtown Brewing</a> will also return to the festival joining other Massachusetts Breweries including <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmmOY7ftHINc2NggiojwXraTdBW7suZgAQz33gXCd2dUb4jeKT-hoXZKn1ExAQZ2k9tHLv3qpToLcG78DY6OZ_3YFuFN-dc5jTZsPV-a9rJIZlXKV1Qu3Cfm" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Wachusett Brewing Company</a>, <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rml6idrKa0Uum2rdBdM0oOvmqtOsfYuDbryVWl6YPdoqhXB3nkGuxAjWDYTqkHi9myiYiWDgc04Dol_GXdXo6fZuT-zAgWFuXc_aJm9gZOpju3EToJxQMnbJ" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Notch Brewery</a>, <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmnaWrGw31PwLGhXihPphfKw3V8j8OWYid7BqhpNrQSkleC_y4gHlhcWWqHnotc4r3IEai73zNK-XObFotISJsbms8pcVxldD25oXu3CsdQClU50xyLENB0D" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Blue Hills Brewing Company </a>as well as <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmnsxQyqFjGXfvkjg8mLaVFnjetHPcpraTCb281Kep1KCtnCa-lc5UvNW-IBT3sjYk4hadTKU7Xd2RFgnVzhbEDFmdWIq8m4h0wZNI-IJPW0DdblfW1HQbd-" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Harpoon</a> and <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmn0PGrmd9wHXIuZVUBsgKub466ovhtpXJ8jx12s9pLpjiRjdnRJrg4eSAiIPsTlYzARKyst9ASZwfST6chRAdaDzoqSqv-CpyRPPPk0BFkmuMrOnu0ulHIxFhgrTizf9l7laUkkbznElccGlvPbE5sAGRKSarfvBPc=" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Samuel Adams</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The other New England states will also be well represented at Summer Brewfest. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmlTCqq_F9x6AolKkxYRww_KFTGQjxLVGrO0JKJ7BfLTJZH9UZzecgb74QV5pKFgKymyqdySmrM1oPMe3SeH87kGSLmWAeBVPb-6vbu9H05J6ax7_gGNuKIL" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Olde Burneside Brewing </a><a href="" shape="rect">of Connecticut</a>, <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmnxvRnoO0kPFmydXR_22ckc4u_qA2UW8Khz6bH6wbLH4DdlXPDg8UR4yQw2yr6YMojRFT_6CX9Qva_h58mG4CU4qqBAHOQJz-T0k4IMdYs2MZ8rNQEy0a83" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Long Trail Brewing</a>, <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmlai8EELzpSvPAVgaCe6KakUEWBXkhTU-zk7yhWDET2O5ozFCRXAgyyYMQCtetWDNcm1ukr3M57lBOfJ1v1vvzTB-be8t-nq6nbMKfsk9rNjw==" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Travelers Beer Co</a>. and <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmnMQSG5wnIxXeXhpLgsKM-6s7sc8KmKLPNSr8kq2W88tyRMMmzo019aPBoKiS7BLH06CPeKIqx9f7F5JRTU3Dd4LL_KSLZxpe4MMcsSdXmgfQ==" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Magic Hat </a>out of Vermont,<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmmYLUw1-HiV2VfZRtrl_zxeN8LposX073eYcSvTYI2Hjt0CBlFlPV5Pd-aeK6pOBGWGRIdgqUbzW7u7ECFGvsh_T7X1wEJsuLg7Aae4YU-mSg==" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Shipyard Brewing Company </a>and <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmlRavM9YFqf98aHHLt0WW_HDRiw8UJAxIwYQLXCbJ3rwkp_iokBgEDkoXWzPPf9eW8LkDJmvpxe5BryIBaS1NEuSkLNR1tuT3ugR-GGEfQO0Siww0hH56gV" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Sea Dog Brewing Company </a>of Maine, <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmkhJSBFoJVk1HLxuD_ab5pZxB1_9UATioLqmU5zpl7BTZ6RFHAIjaE7zNfu339pwIxqAf839r_RgQ95oJ0MM5GLuCjeTuPVPL4=" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Red Hook </a>of New Hampshire and <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmlCCQXrEZb_Ng1ChuCk7Vdy5dciOcaC601PF47Nm5RgvH3XxQP4uNLIDmMt_BI36huk6O9msZ09MrekGKQP3SVot0oE7gECjcg8ksn2nzu7AN8Sqcq8c4OO" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Narragansett Brewing Company </a>in Rhode Island are all returning to the festival. 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Malt beverages <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmmUKr5QVLXMJYp-6Kq3dMGt5-C9_v4d2riHzfyt8G716XCeYDDuXo3hcz1tHodJSwc8ntMnUs4oFvalvISANkn-TtjTVAlsAT68loa1ql_VSdSm3PM7oMI9vp3byFtdw6bI18vF0F2qnUyTIJhit2vS" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Woodchuck Hard Cider </a>and<a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmniK2t8xcHVqYm88HesG2w6-hblXWYR5OpDwY0EE3_FzQ4yK5t5Z2gI_8SBO5bXAflDB-edkQ4KPquEjfSS_RY_K5ZPF_C1zCMiG3u86AjYqg==" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Angry Orchard</a><a href="" shape="rect"> Hard Cider</a> will also be part of this year's event.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Providing culinary accompaniment will be Webster's <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmkuwdO-CEZKzwo40punAsWo3PZzEph_gre5QrRNOhV2zOtorjX4CyY3uIKUkh0rBdB8SQpK9TKsqOGSK0pew3TXqSUATgFFLoIjLDrNBtG0Nry8HHuhHAbb" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Bistro Eighty Ate's</a> and Sturbridge's <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmlZwPYTvDhrfnV0hIdqwrk-VQDsp_kOl0LrPfMcbCBv-woZxKvlpZXQd12-XCNyqSSvJZ9HezV6Ckc-BQ9B1AGHoi-eCULnNpLH4vyavhRa8w==" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">BT's Smokehouse</a>. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rmluQaovE-ASRYnt5xrWOpMY7V3Km6VTgN0ksEg38bA6ZeXLxlMwgdjYHvFZoZk5sdyS_9MWP-qfdrWmgsLdGD22h6fcA0YqN3wYtIj5Jmww97J2fUz9W4Mk" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Friendly Liquors</a> will be at the offering a wide selection of fine cigars. <a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001IN4wilf_rml8OPCoPkxx8RsnvniId1kRLP59i48CNjeGwZfjP_8csJIPzUz8pxhdhjxQbQzd__lYgeIhQVthoEjwHGYr7mYg5kjggaOxzbnHfHgsgKIxAi4tD_jt1K3D" shape="rect" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Overdrive</a>, one of Central Massachusetts premiere cover bands will provide the musical backdrop to Brewfest. Games will dot the beachfront providing the perfect day on the Lake.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Tickets for Summer Brewfest at Indian Ranch are $30. Designated Driver tickets are also available for just $5. Tickets are available online at <a href="http://www.indianranch.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.indianranch.com</a> or by visiting the Indian Ranch box office. Summer Brewfest is a 21+ event. Indian Ranch, less than an hour's drive from Boston, Providence and Springfield, is located at 200 Gore Road in Webster, MA. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.indianranch.com/" shape="rect">www.indianranch.com.</a></span></div>
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This past weekend was another successful <a href="http://drinkcraftbeer.com/">Drink Craft Beer</a>
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throughout the year. Organizers Jeff Wharton and Devon Regan (and crew) do a
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Last Friday’s event was great! There were several new
breweries pouring for the first time, such as <a href="http://www.urbanfarmfermentory.com/">Urban Farm Fermentory</a>, <a href="http://www.battleroadbeer.com/">Battle Road Brewing Co.</a>, <a href="http://www.foolproofbrewing.com/">Foolproof Brewing Co.</a>, <a href="http://www.tworoadsbrewing.com/%E2%80%8E">Two Roads Brewing Co</a>., <a href="http://www.riverwalkbrewing.com/">RiverwalkBrewing Co.</a>, and <a href="http://www.trilliumbrewing.com/">Trillium Brewing Co.</a> <o:p></o:p><br />
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In addition, the Drink Craft Beer crew set up great food vendors, like <a href="http://www.qsnuts.com/%E2%80%8E">Q’s Nuts</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/UnionSquareDonuts">Union Sq. Donuts</a> both out of Somerville, <a href="http://www.roxysgrilledcheese.com/">Roxy’s Grilled Cheese</a> (a Boston Food Truck), and <a href="http://grillospickles.com/">Grillo’s Pickles</a> in Inman Sq.<br />
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One of the cool parts about the Drink Craft Beer Festivals
at <a href="http://space57.com/">Space 57 at the Revere Hotel</a>, is that they have a giant projector screen
with live tweets from brewers and guests! It picks up Twitter #hashtags and
allows them to be viewed on the giant screen. Well, while the delicious
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Former Boston Bruins and new Edmonton Oilers defenseman
<a href="https://twitter.com/ferknuckle">Andrew Ference</a> was in attendance with a buddy of his. Now, I didn’t see the
pic/Tweet, but I heard that Ference was in the house. I told Helder from
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later where I went to grab a beer, turned around, and came a few feet from practically
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with Kombucha from Urban Farm Fermentory. <a href="http://www.nightshiftbrewing.com/">Notch Brewing</a> also had a keg of their
Brett Saison, which was pretty funky!<br />
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Of course, while I was nerding out by checking in beers on Untappd (@BrewEngland for users), Mike Duhgus from <a href="http://www.festpics.com/">Festpics</a> snapped a beauty!<br />
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BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-25700031662747422302013-07-11T15:38:00.000-04:002013-07-11T17:58:30.224-04:00NH Governor Signs New Bar LawMan...sometimes I really miss living in New Hampshire. Sure, it takes at least 30 minutes to get places, and their idea of a traffic jam is a five minute delay from the off ramp to Granite Street, but still. You've got to love it!<br />
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Governor Maggie Hassan <a href="http://www.wmur.com/news/politics/hassan-signs-law-allowing-bars-to-stay-open-later-in-nh/-/9857748/20938942/-/u3jh79/-/index.html?utm_source=hootsuite&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=wmur%2Bescape%2Boutside">signed a new law yesterday</a> pushing back the last call from 1am to 2am. Granted, it's up to the local governing body, but still. This is a pretty impressive measurement. </div>
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Now, if Massachusetts could get something like this, or say...maybe a true Happy Hour, that would be great! In fact, I'd rather have Happy Hour than a later last call - after all, I'm not 25 years old and don't tend to stay up to the wee hours of the morning anymore. It also doesn't encourage me to drink more, it encourages me to save more money!</div>
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However, I could totally get behind a Happy Hour. Sarah and I spent four days up in New Hampshire last week. We went to Happy Hour at <a href="http://www.strangebrewtavern.net/">Strange Brew Tavern</a> in Manchester, each got three beers and an appetizer, and the bill came to $21. That really made us happy! In Massachusetts, establishments consider 1/2 priced appetizers their Happy Hour, which is kinda pathetic.</div>
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BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-21319840272856201842013-07-10T15:26:00.000-04:002013-07-10T15:47:20.460-04:00Really? We're Talking About This Again!?Ugh...<br />
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Seriously? Is it becoming that time again...where breweries are releasing beer in the wrong season and there's <a href="http://brewengland.blogspot.com/2012/07/what-is-seasonal-beer.html?spref=tw">another rant</a> by me on this platform? I know, it's here to stay and I probably shouldn't mention anything, but holy shit this is just irritating.<br />
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My good friend Dan is obsessed with everything pumpkin. Pumpkin beer, pumpkin bread, pumpkin soup, pumpkin everything. I don't blame him though. The dude buys a case of <a href="http://www.stbcbeer.com/">Southern Tier</a>'s <a href="http://www.stbcbeer.com/seasonals/seasonal-imperial/pumking-beer-page/">Pumking</a> (which for the record is a f'n awesome beer) and enjoys it year round. Sarah also makes a ridiculous pumpkin soup. However, Dan posted on Facebook today that <a href="http://weyerbacher.com/">Weyerbacher</a>, who claims their "<a href="http://weyerbacher.com/blog/2013/07/weyerbacher-imperial-pumpkin-ale-our-beer-is-more-pumpkin-y-than-yours/">...beer is more pumpkin-y than yours</a>," will be releasing their Imperial Pumpkin on Friday July 12th.<br />
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Now, I get it. I really do. I was a business major in college and I see sales and their practices on a daily basis. Breweries are a business and they are out to make money, some for shareholders, all for stakeholders, and they're always trying to get the edge on the market. But, it seems every year beers are being released earlier and earlier and usually it's most notable with the "fall beers."<br />
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There are two HUGE culprits for seasonal shift: Industry Leaders and consumers. The industry leaders push their high selling products to market earlier each season looking to get the edge. And it's not just "fall beers" - the Spring seasonal are released in December, the Summer beer is available in April, and before you know it the Winter beers are going to hit the market in September. Consumers only further this by demanding the product and are there to buy the beer once available.<br />
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The whole thing boggles my mind. I mean, it shouldn't because this is clearly not the first time I've posted about this. I will, however, try to make it my last one.<br />
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Again, to read an eloquent explanation of seasonal shift, please visit the <a href="http://www.notchbrewing.com/">Notch Brewing</a> website and read brewer Chris Lohring's post "<a href="http://www.notchbrewing.com/2012/02/24/the-death-of-seasonal-beers/">The Death of Seasonal Beers</a>."BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-74074857820072550562013-07-09T14:51:00.003-04:002013-07-09T14:51:48.438-04:00Trio of Festival Sessions This Weekend!<div>
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beer – the <a href="http://cambridge5k.com/">Cambridge 5K Race Series</a>. As of right now, they have a total of five
races over the course of the calendar year; the <b><a href="http://cambridge5k.com/freedom/">Freedom Run</a> </b>(East Cambridge, MA
- May), <a href="http://cambridge5k.com/sasquatch/"><b>Sasquatch</b></a> (Fells Reservation/Stone Zoo, Stoneham, MA - July), <b><a href="http://cambridge5k.com/bigbadwolf/">Big BadWolf</a> </b>(Ipswich, MA – September), <b><a href="http://cambridge5k.com/oktoberfest/">Oktoberfest</a> </b>(Kendal Sq. Cambridge, MA –
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get some exercise. Second of all, and probably the best part, is that
participants have fun. Racers are encouraged, and rewarded, for dressing up in
their best costumes, based on the theme of the race. Paired with this great
run, comes the after parties – which if you haven’t participated in one of
these runs, are quite epic. In fact, the Cambridge 5K pairs up with local craft
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festival in the country. Featuring over 150 of the country’s finest craft
brewers pouring over 500 beers, this festival is truly insane. Friday’s session
had approximately 3,800 guests, with both Saturday sessions housing 5,000
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Held at Space 57 at the Revere Hotel in downtown Boston, Jeff & Devon at Drink Craft Beer host a celebration of farmhouse ales for the second time (Summer fest in 2012 was their first ever fest). The cool thing about the DCB Fests is that they have a theme, and ask the participating New England breweries and brewing companies to bring or brew a specific beer based on the festival's theme. The brewery list is limited to 25 booths and tickets are limited, which cuts down on overcrowding and makes for a highly enjoyable festival.<br />
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when it comes to brewing beer. He features a great variety of styles, from
sours, to black ales, to short batches. This year’s Brewers Fest will be the 3<sup>rd</sup>
Annual event, which takes place on the White Birch Brewery grounds. Featuring
22 (mostly) regional and national craft brewers from Earth Eagle Brewings,
Martha’s Exchange, Milly’s Tavern, The Prodigal Brewery, Stone Brewing, and
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just about every brewery and brewing company currently in the Guild. The past
two years have been picture perfect weather, with Boston’s Financial District
as the backdrop to this incredible event. Proceeds from ticket sales help
bolster the Guild, which promotes and protects the interest of craft brewers in
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BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-2675994390936896842013-06-06T13:45:00.004-04:002013-06-06T13:45:32.375-04:00WGBH Craft Beer Festival<a href="http://www.wgbh.org/">WGBH Boston</a>, yes...the Public Television and Radio Station, is venturing into the world of Craft Beer! "How?" you ask, well....by putting on a Craft Beer Festival of course! It seems like a great way to raise a few dollars to keep their station running and providing excellent and educational programming to those in New England.<br />
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They stated, "this year we were inspired to start our own unique beer festival that would act as a fundraiser for our foundation, and educate our supporters on the world of craft beers created throughout New England." Naturally, this is right up our alley here at Brew England.<br />
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<b>What:</b> WGBH Craft Beer Festival<br />
<b>When:</b> Saturday July 13th from 7-10pm<br />
<b>Where:</b> WGBH Studios: 1 Guest Street Boston, MA<br />
<b>Why: </b>To raise funds for the station and awareness of awesome New England Craft Beer<br />
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WGBH Member - $40<br />
WGBH Non-Member - $50<br />
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Click <a href="http://www.eventbrite.com/event/6593165335/boxoffice#">here </a>to get your tickets today! Don't delay, because this is going to sell out. Not a member of WGBH? Click <a href="http://www.wgbh.org/support/donatebutton.cfm?">here </a>to sign up, or donate!<br />
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There will also be some kick ass food trucks featuring neat eats for purchase.<br />
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BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-82385073501630461552013-05-14T13:32:00.005-04:002013-05-14T13:33:51.438-04:00Newport Craft Beer Festival Recap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The <a href="http://newportcraftbeerfestival.com/">Newport Craft Beer Festival</a> took place the weekend of
April 27<sup>th</sup> in beautiful downtown Newport, RI. Sarah had been to
Newport previously to take some mansion tours, but I had never been, so we took
was a great opportunity to see a great New England seaport town, while taking
in one of the premier beer festivals in Southern New England. We had an extra
ticket, so we invited our friend Kristina, who is a fellow lover of craft beer
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We parked near the festival, but opted to have a Bloody Mary
and some snacks to shake the cobwebs (and slight hangovers) we were feeling on
the way down. Our first stop was at the <a href="http://www.brickalley.com/">Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant</a>, which
Kristina had raved about their Bloody Mary. They definitely didn't disappoint!
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Held over two sessions on Saturday, the festival boasted
some of the best local Rhode Island breweries (<a href="http://www.ravenousbrew.com/">Ravenous Brewing Co</a>, <a href="http://www.newportstorm.com/">Newport Storm</a>,
<a href="http://www.trinitybrewhouse.com/">Trinity Brewhouse</a>, <a href="http://www.foolproofbrewing.com/">Foolproof Brewing</a>, <a href="http://greysailbrewing.com/">Grey Sail</a>), New England brewers (<a href="http://www.clownshoesbeer.com/">ClownShoes</a>, <a href="http://mayflowerbrewing.com/">Mayflower</a>, <a href="http://www.capeannbrewing.com/">Cape Ann</a>, <a href="http://www.woodstockinnnh.com/">Woodstock Inn</a>, <a href="http://www.ciscobrewers.com/">Cisco</a>), in addition to several
staples in the craft beer world (<a href="http://www.stonebrew.com/">Stone Brewing</a>, <a href="http://sixpoint.com/">Sixpoint</a>, <a href="http://www.greenflashbrew.com/">Green Flash</a>, <a href="http://lagunitas.com/">Lagunitas</a>, and <a href="http://brooklynbrewery.com/">Brooklyn</a>) to name a few.<o:p></o:p><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">Located at the historic Great Friends Meeting House, you could not have asked for a nicer location. Situated under a giant tent to shade thirsty beer drinkers, ticket holders were able to sample some incredible beers. Although there was the tent, mother nature played a big role in making it such a great day as there was nothing but blue skies over head.</span><br />
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Post festival we opted for a few more beers and snacks in
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If we had thought better, we would have booked a hotel room
well in advance. By the time we decided we wanted to stay over, all of the area
hotels were long gone! Newport is a great little town, with a lot to do in
addition to hosting the Newport Craft Beer Festival. We will certainly be back to
Newport and to this event. It’s not often (or often enough) that we get to try
some great Rhode Island breweries, which this event obviously promotes.<o:p></o:p><br />
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BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-26028357713799106302013-05-10T14:06:00.003-04:002013-05-10T14:06:24.839-04:00Homebrewing Now Legal in All 50 States!<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;">I just received this in my inbox...this is DEFINITELY some exciting news, and of course has been in the works for many years. Congratulations to homebrewers in the deep south!</span><br />
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On Thursday, May 9, Alabama Governor Robert Bentley signed homebrew legalization bill HB9 into law, making Alabama the 50th state to legalize homebrewing.</div>
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Earlier this year on March 19, Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant <a href="http://brewers.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0yMzM3MDc3JnA9MSZ1PTc3NjI5NDcxNiZsaT0xMTk1MDk5MA/index.html" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">signed a homebrew legalization bill</a> that officially goes into effect July 1, 2013, at which time homebrewing will be legal in all 50 states for the first time since before Prohibition.</div>
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For the past five years the American Homebrewers Association, along with Alabama homebrew advocacy group <a href="http://brewers.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0yMzM3MDc3JnA9MSZ1PTc3NjI5NDcxNiZsaT0xMTk1MDk5MQ/index.html" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Right To Brew</a>, has been working towards homebrew legalization in their state.</div>
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"Homebrewing has been an integral part of the history of America, so it's thrilling to know that soon, all 50 states will support this growing hobby and long-standing tradition," said Gary Glass, director, American Homebrewers Association. "We appreciate the backing of all of the homebrewers, the dedicated grassroots efforts of Right to Brew and the legislators who have worked so diligently to make homebrewing a reality in Alabama. We are especially grateful to Representative Mac McCutcheon who introduced this bill and has fought long and hard for its passage, along with Senator Bill Holtzclaw."</div>
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Post-Prohibition, homebrewing was not federally legal until President Jimmy Carter signed H.R. 1337 on October 14, 1978, which officially went into effect on February 1, 1979. Shortly after that bill was signed, the American Homebrewers Association was formed by Charlie Papazian and Charlie Matzen to promote and celebrate homebrewing. Since then, the AHA has taken a leading role in advocating for homebrew rights and supporting the legislative efforts of local homebrew communities.</div>
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The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) continues to promote homebrewing rights. Over the past several years, the AHA has advocated for homebrewing rights legislation in more than a dozen states. If you are not already a member, please support the cause and <a href="http://brewers.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0yMzM3MDc3JnA9MSZ1PTc3NjI5NDcxNiZsaT0xMTk1MDk5Mg/index.html" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">join the AHA today</a>!</div>
BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-44526784440308454772013-05-07T09:42:00.000-04:002013-05-07T09:42:07.578-04:00Mayflower Brewing Co. 4th Annual Open House<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Mayflower Brewing Company 4th Annual Open House!</span></b></div>
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<b>When: </b>Saturday, May 18th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm<br />
<b>Where:</b> At the brewery, located at 12 Resnik Road Plymouth, Ma<br />
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The open house, which is $10 per person at the door will feature musician Jake Hill. Food will be available to purchase from Little Red Smoke House out of Carver, MA, and from Quahog Republic from Falmouth, MA.<br />
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If you haven't visited the <a href="http://www.mayflowerbrewing.com/">Mayflower</a> brewery, this is the perfect opportunity to do so! They have gone through a few expansions to their facility over the past few years, which is good to see. Additionally, they have increased distribution to NH, and are continuing to grow in Rhode Island (they were featured at the Newport Craft Beer Festival last weekend).<br />
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Spring is the best time to visit Plymouth. The sun will hopefully be shining on our friends on the Cape, and this should be a great time for anyone who attends!BrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-44802595690270133992013-04-12T11:50:00.000-04:002013-04-12T11:50:06.487-04:00Brew England Turns 4!So...we quietly turned 4 years old in March. So quietly, that we actually forgot. Unlike some other blogs, we haven't celebrated the years of writing, event attending, and beer drinking in one celebration - although that sounds like it would be a good time. But, it's fun to think back to all of the entries we've done over the years.<br />
<br />We started off incredibly slow in 2009. In fact, we really only posted a few times in the entire year. It wasn't until 2010 where things really started taking off and we had a great year in 2011. 2012 - present has slowed down considerably due to our work schedules...BUT, we have still attended some great events.<br />
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Hopefully we'll be able to find more time to write beer reviews, post recaps of events, and visit some more great breweries in New England.<br />
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To everyone who stumbles on this website, is a regular reader, likes our Facebook page, follows us on Twitter, etc, we'd just like to say thank you!<br />
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Cheers,<br />
Adam & SarahBrewEnglandhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985598214219917197noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4159609177409193250.post-53522635982925770622013-04-08T09:15:00.005-04:002013-04-08T09:15:52.679-04:002nd Annual Newport Craft Beer Fest<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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What: <b>Second Annual Newport Craft Beer Festival</b></div>
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When: April 27<sup>th</sup>, 2013. Two Sessions: Noon and 4pm</div>
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Where: Great Friends Meeting House Lawn. Newport, RI</div>
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What: 30 Breweries, 100+ Beers to Sample, Local Food, Live Music, $45 ticket</div>
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Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/NewportCraftBeerFestival" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/<wbr></wbr>NewportCraftBeerFestival</a></div>
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Website: <a href="http://newportcraftbeerfestival.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://<wbr></wbr>newportcraftbeerfestival.com/</a></div>
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Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/NewportBeerFest" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/<wbr></wbr>NewportBeerFest</a> - @NewportBeerFest</div>
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Tickets: <a href="http://newportstorm.com/gearstore/category.php?id_category=12" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://newportstorm.com/<wbr></wbr>gearstore/category.php?id_<wbr></wbr>category=12</a></div>
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A festival is growing in a town known worldwide for its festivals. The Newport Craft Beer Festival (NCBF), in its second year, will be adding a second session to the festivities on Saturday April 27th 2013. The event will be held in the same location as last year - on the daffodil-filled lawn of the historic Great Friends Meeting House - with sessions at Noon and 4pm. </div>
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The NCBF is produced by Newport Storm and Pour Judgement Bar and Grill with proceeds benefiting the Rhode Island Brewers Guild. There will be an emphasis on Rhode Island craft brewers and New England in particular, but the event will feature exquisite beers from across the US. Guests will be given the opportunity to sample multiple styles from thirty different breweries and converse with the folks who crafted them. Come taste the difference between a stout and a porter, learn the impact a unique yeast strain can have on aroma and celebrate the joy of craft beer! </div>
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This festival celebrates Newport’s rich brewing history (dating back before the American Revolution!) and is being held on a Newport Historical Society site. “Brewing craft beer is an art,” states Hank Whitin of Pour Judgement, “and that art has been ‘brewing’ locally for over 400 years! We want to celebrate that history and give brewers an opportunity to show off the brews they work so hard to hand-craft. It will be a ‘different’ kind of beer festival, with the focus on personal interaction between the brewers and guests. Set on the historic Meeting House lawn, the venue itself reinforces the history we are trying to bring attention to.” The NCBF is literally a few blocks from the bay and Long Warf where there's plenty of free parking and several hotels within walking distance. Newport is undoubtedly one of the great New England road-trip destinations, and now it's just gotten a little bit better.</div>
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The Newport Craft Beer Festival is strictly a 21+ event. "Tickets are $45 and available at<a href="http://www.newportstorm.com/GearStore" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.NewportStorm.com/GearStore</a><wbr></wbr>. Tickets include admission, unlimited beer samples, live music, a souvenir glass and a home brewing demonstration. Neighborhood restaurants the Fastnet, Perro Salada and the Fifth Element will be offering small plates for sale. For up to date info follow the Festival’s Twitter feed: @NewportBeerFestival, Facebook page:<a href="http://facebook.com/NewportCraftBeerFestival" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">facebook.com/<wbr></wbr>NewportCraftBeerFestival</a> or check out <a href="http://www.newportcraftbeerfestival.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.NewportCraftBeerFestival.<wbr></wbr>com</a>.</div>
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<b>Newport Storm</b> is Rhode Island’s Microbrewery, handcrafting over 35 unique brews since 1999. Their Visitors Center is open for tours and tastings from 12pm-5pm on Weekdays and Weekends (except Tuesdays). Newport Storm beers continue to be distributed throughout RI, MA and CT, with their beer lines including the flagship Newport Storm-Hurricane Amber Ale, Newport Storm-Rhode Island Blueberry, the Cyclone Series of limited release beers, the Storm of the Season beers, and the Annual Limited Release Series of bottle-conditioned beers.</div>
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<b>Pour Judgement Bar and Grill</b> is Newport’s place to ‘have a night out without spending a day’s pay.’ Located in the up and coming section of Newport’s lower Broadway they offer great food and a wide selection of craft beers. <a href="http://www.pourjudgement.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.PourJudgement.com</a></div>
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The <b>Rhode Island Craft Brewers Guild</b> is organized and operated exclusively for non-profit purposes. The Guild is organized to promote beers made in Rhode Island and the breweries that make them, facilitate technical collaboration between Rhode Island brewers and be an advocate for Rhode Island Brewers in government and community affairs.</div>
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