The next Session has been announced, and it’s being brought to us by The Beer Nut: Love Lager. [F]or this Session, let’s get back to basics. I’m sure I’m not the only one whose early drinking career featured pale lager in abundance, so consider this a return to our roots as beer drinkers. Don’t even think about cheating the system: leave your doppelbocks and schwarzbiers out of this one: I want pilsners, light lagers, helleses … Continue reading →
I received a Beer of the Month subscription (three months’ worth) for my birthday again this (last) year, and the among the first shipment is Pickled Santa. It’s brewed by Ridgeway Brewery out of England—the same folks that produce the "Bad Elf" line and Santa’s Butt—and imported by Shelton Brothers. This 6% alcohol ale is brewed to "Bitter" spec but is distinguished by the very liberal use of spices. Of note, quoting the website, themselves … Continue reading →
I can’t help but notice and comment on more items online that lend weight to my predictions for this year. First, on homebrewing. I said, "Surging interest in/prominence of homebrewing" and cited economics, creativity, and social activism (socialism? social lubrication?). The "surging interest" part is right on the money, though the economics might be debated: Jeff questions if homebrewing is, indeed, the "cheap choice." In particular, by looking at initial investment and overall ingredient costs. … Continue reading →
Location: Black Sheep Brewery, Masham Date: Saturday 4th April 2009 Black Sheep Brewery presents The Black Tie & Pink Frills Gala Dinner At Black Sheep Brewery, Masham on Saturday 4th April 2009 This glamorous evening fundraising event is raising money towards The Big Push Up – aiming to raise £25,000 for The Scott Suite breast cancer ward at The Friarage Hospital, Northallerton for essential equipment. There will be a champagne reception, delicious 4-course dinner, an … Continue reading →
Karl Strauss Brewing Company has completed their much anticipated brewery expansion and new bottling line just in time for their 20th Anniversary. With the recent brewery expansion and bottling line in place, the company has doubled their capacity from 31,000 barrels to 60,000 barrels and now has the flexibility to bottle their core beers, seasonals, and special release beers in both 12 and 22 ounce bottles. Wanting to stay in their converted greenhouse in Pacific … Continue reading →
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