Category : Press Releases
Press Release: Karl Strauss Celebrates the Mother of All Beer Weeks
May 14th, 2010Karl Strauss Brewing Company is proud to be participating in the 5th annual American Craft Beer Week (ACBW) May 17-23, 2010. The Brewers Association kicked off American Craft Beer Week in 2006 and the event is now the largest national effort highlighting American craft brewers. Karl Strauss is making special plans for the week with a series of guest casks, a Belgian IPA brewed just for the week, beer-to-go growler and seasonal beer specials, along with a “meet-the-brewer” night at Karl Strauss cask night.
Karl Strauss has been celebrating American Craft Beer Week since its inception to bring more awareness to locally produced beer. “San Diego is known in beer circles as a great beer destination, but there are still a lot of people in our own back yard who don’t realize what amazing beer this city has to offer,” says Paul Segura, Karl Strauss Brewmaster. “By participating in events like American Craft Beer Week, we’re able to spread the word about craft beer and encourage people to try beers brewed in their own community.”
In the spirit of celebrating America’s craft brewers, for the first-time, Karl Strauss is excited to serve guest casks in their Brewery Restaurants, including beers from Ballast Point, Alesmith, The Bruery, Pizza Port, and Green Flash. During the week, there will also be a limited Belgian IPA brewed specifically for the occasion. The American Craft Beer Week Belgian IPA will be available on tap at the company’s six Brewery Restaurants and beer bars across Southern California. A cask version will be available at Thursday Cask Night, where guests will be able to meet the brewer. Karl Strauss is offering $3.50 pints of their new Spring Seasonal, Pintail Pale Ale, and $9 growler specials on any beer-to-go throughout the week.
“American Craft Beer Week has become a cherished tradition, making this annual celebration a great chance to toast craft brewers and to celebrate the advanced beer culture here in the United States,” stated Julia Herz, a spokesperson for the Brewers Association. The success of American Craft Beer Week has even spawned the creation of city-hosted versions of beer weeks, including San Diego Beer Week, November 5-14, 2010. For more information about Karl Strauss and American Craft Beer Week, visit www.karlstrauss.com & www.americancraftbeerweek.org. Share it. Cheers.
About Karl Strauss Brewing Company
This year Karl Strauss Brewing Company turns the big 2-1, the most important year in a beer drinker’s life. This coming of age will be celebrated throughout 2010 with a diverse lineup of 35 beers, including 6 year-round favorites, 3 seasonal offerings, and a host of innovative special brews. Located in San Diego and distributed exclusively in Southern California, Karl Strauss currently ranks #40 on the list of Top Craft Breweries in the country. In addition to handcrafting quality beers, Karl Strauss is a leader of the beer and culinary connection at their six local brewery restaurants. For more information visit karlstrauss.com or call the brewery at (858) 273-2739. http://twitter.com/karl_strauss; http://facebook.com/KarlStraussBrewingCompany
About The Brewers Association
Based in Boulder, Colorado, USA, the Brewers Association (BA) is the not-for-profit trade and education association dedicated to small and independent American brewers, their craft beers and the community of brewing enthusiasts. Visit BrewersAssociation.org to learn more. The association’s activities include events and publishing: CraftBeer.com, World Beer Cup®; Great American Beer Festival℠; Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America®; National Homebrewers Conference; National Homebrew Competition; SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience; American Craft Beer Week; Zymurgy magazine; The New Brewer magazine; and books on beer and brewing. The Brewers Association has an additional membership division of 20,000+ homebrewers: American Homebrewers Association. Consumers are invited to learn more about the dynamic world of craft beer at CraftBeer.com.
Press Release: Redhook Ale Brewery Brings Back Blonde
May 14th, 2010Returns Ale in Response to Consumer Demand
In response to consumer demand, Redhook Ale Brewery (NASDAQ: HOOK) is bringing back Redhook Blonde. The golden ale, which was taken out of production in early 2009, returned to draught in the Western U.S. in April, and hits grocery store shelves in 12 ounce bottles and on draught nationwide this month. Redhook Blonde sports a bold new look, yet is made using the same great recipe that built its reputation.
“Redhook Blonde is a smooth, flavorful beer,” said Greg Deuhs, Redhook brewmaster. “It has a soft malt character and medium hop profile, making it a very good session beer. Redhook Blonde is a perfect beer to have while spending an afternoon outdoors at a picnic or on a rainy day at the pub for happy hour.”
Redhook Blonde combines the best attributes of a flavorful golden ale with the refreshing qualities of a lager. The ale is brewed with three different malts and two hop varietals. Additionally, lightly roasted barley and a touch of wheat give Redhook Blonde a flavor profile anticipated to appeal to a wide range of beer drinkers.
Redhook Blonde pairs well with medium flavored foods such as fish, nachos or salad. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.3 percent and 24 international bittering units (IBUs). The golden ale will retail for approximately $7.99 – $8.99 per six-pack.
About Redhook Ale Brewery
Redhook Ale Brewery has been at the forefront of the domestic craft brewing segment since the company’s formation in 1981. Redhook brews a variety of craft beer styles, including: Long Hammer IPA, Redhook ESB, Copperhook Ale, Blonde and seasonal offerings, Mudslinger Spring Ale, Rope Swing Summer Pilsner, Late Harvest Autumn Ale and Winterhook Winter Ale. Redhook beer is brewed in its breweries, one in the Seattle suburb of Woodinville, Wash., and the other in Portsmouth, N.H. Redhook’s specialty beers are available in both draught and bottles and are distributed nationally through a network of wholesale distributors. For more information, visit www.redhook.com.
Press Release: Karl Strauss Honors 21st Anniversary with Beer Dinner Supporting Chef Celebration Scholarship Fund
May 12th, 2010In honor of its 21st Anniversary, Karl Strauss Brewing Company is hosting a Chef Celebration Beer Dinner. The event will feature six locally renowned chefs preparing five unique dishes paired with five different Karl Strauss beers. The beer dinner takes place at Karl Strauss Brewing Company, Sorrento Mesa at 6pm on Tuesday May 18, 2010.
“We are very excited to host this Chef Celebration Dinner,” says Gunther Emathinger, Karl Strauss Executive Chef. “We have a very talented line-up of chefs and each course pairs beautifully with the beer. It’s great to see the creativity of this group.” The dinner starts off with an amuse bouche and continues on to four more delectable courses. The finale is a dessert made with and paired with the Karl Strauss 21st Anniversary Ale, a Belgian Strong Ale brewed with the juice from Old Vine Zinfandel grapes.
Chef Celebration is a partnership of more than 50 award-winning local chefs who donate their time and skills to raise funds for the nonprofit culinary scholarship program. Over the past twelve years, Chef Celebration has awarded more than $60,000 in scholarships to local chefs, helping to lay the foundation of culinary excellence in San Diego.
The five-course dinner and beer pairing is $65 donation per person, with $35 going towards the nonprofit Chef Celebration scholarship fund. To make a reservation, call Kristina at (858) 581-7325. For more information about Karl Strauss Brewing Company and Chef Celebration, please visit www.karlstrauss.com & www.chefcelebration.org.
FEATURED CHEFS
Ed Glebus, Qualcomm
Larry Abrams, Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club
Kevin Lissy, KnB Wine Cellars
Kyle Bergman, The Lodge at Torrey Pines
Gunther Emathinger & Corey Rapp, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
FEATURED MENU
Amuse Bouche:
Karl Strauss Amber Lager
Beer Flatbread, Goat Cheese, Kalamata Olives, Beer Onions, Arugula
First Course presented by Kyle Bergman, The Lodge at Torrey Pines
Pintail Pale Ale
Crispy Duck Rillette, Fava Bean Puree, Sweet Herb Salad, Meyer Lemon-Windansea Wheat Hefeweizen Vinaigrette
Second Course presented by Kevin Lissy, KnB Wine Cellars
Reef Break Red
Blackened King Chinook Salmon, Savory Mushroom Scotch Ale Bread pudding, Orange-Brandy Beurre Blanc
Third Course presented by Larry Abrams, Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club
Minden Maibock
Maibock-Braised Pork Shank, Sweet Pea Risotto, Kumquat Arugula Salad, and Maibock Reduction
Fourth Course presented by Edward Glebus, Qualcomm
Red Trolley Ale
Thunder Ridge “Natural” Sirloin Top Steak, Spiny Lobster Chili Relleno, Avocado Pepita Crema
Fifth Course presented by Corey Rapp, Karl Strauss Brewing Company
21st Anniversary Ale
21st Anniversary Ale Jubilee, Bing Cherries, Pistachio Ice Cream, Hazelnut Tuiles
About Karl Strauss Brewing Company
This year Karl Strauss Brewing Company turns the big 2-1, the most important year in a beer drinker’s life. This coming of age will be celebrated throughout 2010 with a diverse lineup of 35 beers, including 6 year-round favorites, 3 seasonal offerings, and a host of innovative special brews. Located in San Diego and distributed exclusively in Southern California, Karl Strauss currently ranks #40 on the list of Top Craft Breweries in the country. In addition to handcrafting quality beers, Karl Strauss is a leader of the beer and culinary connection at their six local brewery restaurants. For more information visit karlstrauss.com or call the brewery at (858) 273-2739. http://twitter.com/karl_strauss; http://facebook.com/KarlStraussBrewingCompany
About Chef Celebration
Chef Celebration Foundation of San Diego is a nonprofit organization that strives to enhance the knowledge and potential of promising young chefs and lay a foundation of excellence for San Diego’s culinary future. Every year during the month of October, Chef Celebration holds a series of dinners featuring teams of award-winning local chefs who donate their time and talents to raise funds for an annual scholarship program. www.chefcelebration.org
Press Release: Grand Teton Brewing Company Sheds Light on Its Beer Cellar
May 11th, 2010Grand Teton Brewing Company, known throughout the West for their exceptional craft brews, announces the launch of a new blog located at http://www.grandtetoncellar.blogspot.com, dedicated to the brewery’s Cellar Reserve series of beers.
The new blog, Notes from Underground, is a reference for beer drinkers who want to see how their bottle of Cellar Reserve is coming along with age. As the name implies, this series of beers is often meant to be aged, but we have found that many people aren’t sure how long their beer should be aged. Thanks to this series of tasting notes, consumers won’t have to worry about opening that special bottle too soon–or too late!
Grand Teton Brewing’s Cellar Master, Reid Stratton, will post new tasting notes every few weeks, reviewing beers anywhere from 3 months to 6 years old. These tasting notes, previously available only to brewery staff, will allow beer drinkers a sneak peak into the evolution of a beer as it ages and develops with time.
Each post provides the original tasting notes for each beer, the current tasting notes, plus a recommendation on whether to open that bottle or continue to age each beer. Along the way visitors will learn about the Cellar Master and his job, a position many breweries often overlook.
In addition, visitors will be encouraged to post their own tasting notes, allowing consumers to give their opinion about the condition of their beer. With enough input, brewers and beer drinkers alike can share thoughts and experiences with these special beers, influencing future releases in the Cellar Reserve program.
The Cellar Reserve series of beers are unique, different even from other craft beers. Grand Teton’s Cellar Reserves are brewed with specialty hops and malts and unique strains of yeast. Most ales and lagers are produced in 2-4 weeks. However, 3 to 8 months are spent on each of the Cellar Reserve specialty brews. They are also bottle and keg-conditioned, which produces natural carbonation and will blend and smooth the flavors with age. These beers have a long shelf life and don’t need to be rapidly consumed. Proper aging of these bottles creates beers to be cherished.
Grand Teton Brewing Company was founded in 1988 as the first modern “micro” brewery in the state of Wyoming. Today, Grand Teton Brewing Company is in the top 100 craft breweries in North America. Premium microbrews include the 6X gold-medal-winning Bitch Creek ESB, the 2009 Great American Beer Festival Gold Medal Winner (American Pale Ale) Sweetgrass IPA and the favorites of the Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Old Faithful Ale (pale golden), Au Naturale (organic blonde ale) and Teton Ale (amber). From their production facility in Victor, Idaho, Grand Teton Brewing Company beers are hand-crafted from only the finest ingredients, including locally-grown grains and pure Teton mountain spring water. GTBC is a green company utilizing environmentally conscious and sustainable practices whenever possible. GTBC is also the inventor of the modern glass growler, estimated saving over one billion bottles and cans from entering the ecosystem. Discriminating beer drinkers can find their favorite GTBC brews on tap and in bottles throughout Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New York, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
Press Release: New Glarus Brewing Company’s Enigma
May 10th, 2010New Glarus Brewing Company’s Daniel Carey (Diploma Master Brewer) loves to play with flavor in unexpected ways. Due to this drive, New Glarus Brewing Company‘s offerings of over 50 different brews since their inception in 1993 are extremely broad and varied. There are few breweries, if any, that can make such a claim. Often, the brews that are created don’t fit into the nice, neat categories that the majority of brews in the world are known by. Daniel Carey continues to defy descriptions with his latest Unplugged brew, Enigma.
Historically sour beers are often ignored and misunderstood. Daniel Carey, however, has “always been drawn to this style, as long as I can remember”. The sour brown ales from Belgium rank in his top favorite brews. To play to his love of this style, he has taken this brewing method and made it his own. The result of this exclusive experiment leaves all fans of New Glarus Brewing Company with a truly unique beer. Not really a sour brown ale, not really a fruit beer. Truly an Enigma.
Beer writer Stephen Beaumont’s innocent inquiry to Deborah Carey as to the description of this brew’s flavors is how this beer acquired it’s name. Since that time, Enigma has received medals in both the 2003 Great American Beer Festival and the World Beer Cup in 2004. Originally released in 2003, Enigma is making a return to shelves throughout Wisconsin, despite the fact that New Glarus Brewing Company makes no promises to brew any of their Unplugged beers again. The comeback this spring of Enigma is entirely due to overwhelming demand by New Glarus Brewing Company fans in the vote for this year’s line up in the fall of 2009. (If there is a New Glarus brew that you are hoping will be brewed next year, be sure to check www.newglarusbrewing.com in the fall for the vote for next year’s brewing schedule.)
A complex and intriguing original. The mystery began with wild yeast spontaneously fermenting a rich treasure of malted barley and cherries. Unlined Oak casks breathe deep vanilla hues and chords of smoke into this sour brown ale. Master Brewer, Daniel Carey, has forged a smooth garnet tapestry that defies description. Wander off the beaten path.
Press Release: Full Sail Brewing Celebrates American Craft Beer Week with New Brewer’s Share Beer – Vendell Veizen
May 6th, 2010Brewery Invites you to”Meet the Brewer and the Beer”
Brewers know the best way to celebrate is to brew a special beer, so to honor American Craft Beer Week (May 17 – 23), Full Sail will release a new beer in their Brewer’s Share line up. This special beer, “Vendell Veizen” is a Weizen Bock and was developed by Assistant Packaging Supervisor, Wendell Bryant.
“It’s such an honor to brew a beer for American Craft Beer Week. I’m an avid home brewer and the best part about brewing is sharing what you’ve made with friends and family. I am excited to have a chance to brew one of my recipes on a larger scale because with more beer comes more friends to share it with. I enjoy German style biers, am a big bock fan and like malty beers, so I decided to make a Weizen Bock. Vendell Veizen is a bock style wheat bier, that is reddish amber in color and has tropical fruit flavors with a slight malt sweetness. It’s got a good amount of body and flavor,” said Bryant. ABV 7.2% IBU 21
Full Sail has scheduled two “Meet the Brewer and the Beer” events to showcase this new beer. The first is at Full Sail at Riverplace in Portland, Monday, May 17th from 5:00 – 6:30PM and the second is at the Full Sail Tasting Room and Pub in Hood River, on Thursday, May 20th from 5:00 to 6:30PM. Join the Full Sail crew to celebrate American Craft Beer Week and toast a pint of this new brew with Wendell.
The Brewer’s Share series is a line up of small batch draft beers where each Full Sailor takes a turn hand-crafting a single batch recipe of their choosing. Full Sail’s Brewer’s Share beers will only be available on tap at Full Sail’s Tasting Room and Pub in Hood River, Oregon, and at Full Sail’s Brewery at Riverplace, in Portland, Oregon. Growlers to go are available. The next Brewer’s Share will be crafted by Full Sail’s Lab Supervisor, Kristy Holsopple, and is expected in early July, just in time for Oregon Craft Beer Month.
Known as “The Mother of all Beer Weeks,” American Craft Beer Week celebrates craft brewers and craft beer culture in the US. It’s a national celebration across the US with events at a brewery near you. Look for American Craft Beer Week promotions featuring craft brewers in breweries, restaurants, and better beer stores, become a fan of American Craft Beer Week on Facebook or visit www.AmericanCraftBeerWeek.org for more information on events around the country and toast the week with a delicious beer brewed by one of the over 1400 craft brewers in the US.
“Small brewers are small businesses and collectively we have provided so much to our local communities and have reshaped American beer culture that in 2006 congress ratified House Resolution 753 acknowledging our contributions. At Full Sail, our employee ownership has created a powerful set of stakeholders in our community. Because we employees share equity in the company we have a great sense of roots to where we live and work. We have a deep sense of responsibility to the beauty of the place and operate our brewery in a careful, sustainable way. We support hundreds of events and charities each year, with a focus on those in our local area. We understand the impact that a business can have in a smaller community and we strive to support local businesses, provide jobs with full benefits and support our employees who volunteer. There seems to be a great synergy between beer and raising money for good causes and we are very happy to be a part of that. Thank you for supporting American craft brewers and cheers to House Resolution 753,” added Irene Firmat, Full Sail’s Founder and CEO.
About Full Sail Brewing Company:
The independent and employee-owned Full Sail Brewery is perched on a bluff in Hood River, Oregon, overlooking the most epic wind and kite surfing spot in the world. At this very moment 47 specialists in the liquid refreshment arts are crafting barley and hops into your next beer. Among the company’s most popular brews are Full Sail Amber, IPA, Pale, LTD, Session and Session Black Premium lager. Founded in 1987, the Full Sail crew has been fermenting godlike nectar for 22 years. Committed to brewing great beer and sustainable practices their award winning brews are now available in twenty states. The Full Sail Tasting Room and Pub is open seven days a week. Swing by for a pint, grab a bite, tour the brewery, or just soak up the view. http://www.fullsailbrewing.com
For more information about American Craft Beer Week and a list of brewery celebrations by state please visit: www.americancraftbeerweek.org
Press Release: Firestone Releases Parabola Imperial Stout For First Time in Bottles
May 5th, 2010Firestone Walker Brewing Company announced the first bottled release of Parabola Imperial Stout today. This limited one-time release will go on sale for the first time at Firestone Walker Brewing Company on May 8.
Parabola has long been a component of Firestone’s anniversary beer series. These anniversary beers are a blend of barrel-aged beers released one time each year in very limited quantities. Over the past few years the individual component beers have been available on draft only and have garnered quite a cult following.
“We brewed our first Parabola 5 years ago as an experiment in barrel aging. This first bottle release show cases what we have learned and what we love about barrel aged beers and amazing flavors and textures that oak can bring to beer,” said Brewmaster Matt Brynildson.
This Imperial Stout will feature dark cherry, chocolate, espresso, & bourbon aroma and flavor. It is a perfect pairing to desserts like chocolate cake covered with a cherry chocolate ganache. A bold 13% alcohol by volume will leave the palate with a pleasant warming mouthfeel.
Parabola will be available beginning Saturday, May 8 at 11am at Firestone Walker Brewery in Paso Robles and The Taproom Restaurant in Buellton, CA. Twenty two ounce bottles will be available for $15.99 with a one case per customer limit, while supplies last.
Only 1000 cases of Parabola will be released and made available to select accounts throughout California, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington by mid-May. Co-producer David Walker doesn’t expect the beer to last long.
“We’re always amazed at the response to these barrel-aged beers. A year in the barrel. This Russian Imperial Stout is the grandaddy of beer styles and we hope we do it justice,” David Walker said.
Press Release: Visit Bend Seeks Logo Submissions for New Bend Ale Trail
May 3rd, 2010Winning entry will receive $500 and be featured in all official Bend Ale Trail marketing and collateral materials
In conjunction with the upcoming launch of the new Bend Ale Trail, Visit Bend is conducting a contest to develop the program’s graphic identity and is seeking logo submissions. The Bend Ale Trail is a newly-formed partnership between Visit Bend and eight of the region’s craft breweries.
WHAT:
Bend Ale Trail logo contest – capturing the vibe and energy of the eight participating craft breweries and the Visit Bend brand.
WHEN:
All entries must be received by 5pm on Monday, May 24, 2010
OTHER:
According to research conducted for by RRC Associates, 28 percent of visitors to Bend in 2009 visited a brewery during their stay.
All entries must include the text “Bend Ale Trail,” and may also include “Beer Town USA” and/or “BendAleTrail.com.”
Submissions should be emailed to Lynnette Braillard, Visit Bend marketing director, at lynnette@visitbend.com.
A complete list of contest rules and submission requirements can be found online at www.BendAleTrail.com.
The Bend Ale Trail is a partnership between Visit Bend and the following breweries: 10 Barrel Brewing, Bend Brewing Co., Boneyard Beer, Cascade Lakes Brewing, Deschutes Brewery, McMenamins, Silver Moon Brewing, and Three Creeks Brewing.
About the Bend Ale Trail:
The Bend Ale Trail gives visitors and locals alike a glimpse into the unique craft brewery culture of Central Oregon. Learn about the cutting-edge brewing techniques used by Bend’s brewers, meet the artisan brewers who have launched the Bend beer scene onto the world stage, and experience the diversity of styles, art and taste that differentiate each of our region’s breweries. There is no purchase required to participate in the Bend Ale Trail.
About Visit Bend:
Visit Bend is a non-membership, non-profit economic development organization dedicated to promoting tourism on behalf of the City of Bend. For more information or to order a complimentary Official Visitor’s Guide to Bend, contact Visit Bend at 800-949-6086 or visit www.visitbend.com.
Press Release: Two Creative Oregon Breweries Come Together to Craft an All-New Brew
April 29th, 2010Bend’s Deschutes Brewery and Portland’s Hair of the Dog Brewing Company join efforts for an inspired collaborative beer
Deschutes Brewery and Hair of the Dog Brewing Company today announced that they are working together on an exciting new beer. These two Oregon companies have taken a completely different approach to developing their companies since their founding, and are looking forward to blending their two styles together for a new beer to be released in 2011.
“When we started talking about collaborating on a project, Alan Sprints at Hair of the Dog was the first person I thought of working with,” said Gary Fish, president of Deschutes Brewery. “We’ve known each other for a long time and partnering on a project like this was the perfect way to be able to do something original and unique together. When you have two creative companies embarking on a creative project together, something fun is bound to result.”
Sprints came over to Bend in early March to brew two of his beers at the Deschutes Brewery brewhouse. Then it was Deschutes Brewery brewmaster Larry Sidor’s turn to brew two of his own beers. These four beers (which will remain unnamed as yet) will be aged in various wood barrels and then blended together sometime in early 2011 in a ratio yet to be determined as part of the creative process. Over the next several months, Hair of the Dog and Deschutes Brewery will be meeting to sample the aging beer and contemplate the blending process.
Sprints said, “This partnership was born in an effort to express the vitality of today’s American brewing community and push the boundaries of what is commonly known as beer. Both of our companies share a pride in Oregon products and I have long admired the level of professionalism that Gary brings to the brewing industry. My idea was to do a blend of beers that we already produced, merging our products and passion for beer, hoping to create a beverage that will be deep, complex, earthy and beguiling.”
This is the first collaborative beer for each of the companies, and everyone is excited to see how the new beer will develop. Fish continued, “We have no idea how these four beers will taste blended together, but we do know that the total will be greater than the sum of its parts.”
About Deschutes Brewery
Located in beautiful Bend, Oregon, Deschutes Brewery is in the business of daring people to expect more from their beer. That’s why we started off in 1988, on the banks of the Deschutes River here in Bend, Oregon, by selling Black Butte Porter at a time when others were sure a dark beer would never catch on. Our brewers love to push the envelope, especially if it makes someone nervous. But for us, the highest praise is a raised glass and a toast of “Bravely Done!” For more information about Deschutes Brewery and its courageously crafted beers, please visit www.DeschutesBrewery.com.
About Hair of the Dog Brewing Company
Hair of the Dog Brewing Company is located in Portland, Oregon and was created to produce bottle-conditioned beers that improve with age. The main focus is to provide the beer lover with new and unusual beer styles, and is known for its barrel aged and high alcohol beers. Hair of the Dog is one of the world’s smallest Breweries, producing a mere 120 gallons per brew, last year’s production was about 15,000 gallons. For more information about the brewery and our beers, check out hairofthedog.com
Press Release: 7th Annual Beach to Brewery Raises Pints and Awareness for Surfrider
April 28th, 2010Karl Strauss Brewing Company and the Surfrider Foundation, San Diego Chapter, are hosting the 7th Annual Beach to Brewery Beer and Music Fest on Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 2pm-7pm. The benefit takes place at the Karl Strauss Main Brewery in Pacific Beach and includes 21 beers for 21 years, live local music, and a bike ride from the beach to the brewery.
To celebrate Karl Strauss’ 21st Anniversary, the event will feature 21 unique beers on tap, including Big Barrel Double IPA, 21st Anniversary Ale – an ale brewed with Zinfandel grapes, new seasonal Pintail Pale Ale, and World Beer Cup gold-medal winning Red Trolley Ale. The event will also debut a Surfrider/Karl Strauss collaboration beer, Reef Break Red. Bill Hickman, Surfrider Foundation San Diego Chapter Coordinator and new homebrewer, spent a day at the brewery helping to create this robust Belgian Red Ale. In addition to the diverse assortment of beers on tap, there will be 5 special casks created just for the event, including a Lavender Hefeweizen and a black pale ale. Tours of the recently expanded brewery and new bottling line will be available throughout the event.
Beach to Brewery is known for showcasing local talent, and this year is no exception. The event kicks off with Stranger—whose drummer is a brewer for Karl Strauss—followed by local sensations The Silent Comedy, The Howls, and Writer. The region’s favorite indie rock Radio station 91X will be broadcasting live from the event.
To date, Beach to Brewery has raised over $67,000 for the local San Diego Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation. This year, in an effort to support Surfrider’s “Rise Above Plastics” campaign, the event will eliminate the use of plastic cups. Reusable souvenir glasses will replace more than 10,000 plastic cups at the event. Karl Strauss has hired Hands-On Recycling to individually sort the remaining recyclables from trash to divert unnecessary waste from landfills. Additionally, the company is hosting an employee beach clean-up to support Surfrider’s cause in a hands-on way.
Tickets for Beach to Brewery are $25 pre-sale and $30 at the door. Tickets are available at the company’s four San Diego Brewery Restaurants, as well as online at the company’s website. To help raise awareness for Surfrider’s mission, attendees have the option to add a 1-year Surfrider membership for the discounted price of $15 when purchasing their event ticket online. The event has sold out the past three years, so guests are encouraged to buy tickets early. Free shuttles to and from the event will depart from Dusty Rhodes Park in Ocean Beach as well as the Library in Pacific Beach and run throughout the event. For tickets and more information visit www.karlstrauss.com. Share it. Cheers.
Press Release: Redhook Ale Brewery Releases Big Ballard Imperial IPA
April 26th, 2010Pacific Northwest Brewer Celebrates Roots with Tribute to Founding Neighborhood
In a tribute to the first Redhook Ales poured in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood in 1982, Redhook Ale Brewery (NASDAQ: HOOK) will release its Big Ballard Imperial IPA this month. The imperial IPA features an assertive hop flavor and aroma with high hop bitterness as well as a rich, deep golden color. Redhook’s Big Ballard Imperial IPA will be available in 22 ounce bottles and on draught in the Western U.S.
“Consumers have been asking us for a big, bold IPA and Big Ballard Imperial IPA is exactly that,” said Greg Deuhs, Redhook brewmaster. “When we were developing the beer, it was important to us that it has a big, full-bodied flavor, yet be well-balanced. The final Big Ballard Imperial IPA is a drinkable beer with strong hop and malt flavors.”
Big Ballard’s hop flavor and aroma are balanced by complex, malty undertones. The imperial IPA is brewed using five malts and three distinct hop varietals. Redhook’s Big Ballard Imperial IPA was crafted for the diehard IPA drinker and pairs well with sausage, cured meats with ground mustard, spicy Mexican or Asian dishes and barbecue.
Big Ballard has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 8.6 percent and 73 international bittering units (IBUs). The imperial IPA will retail for approximately $3.99 – $4.99 per 22 ounce bottle.
About Redhook Ale Brewery
Redhook Ale Brewery has been at the forefront of the domestic craft brewing segment since the company’s formation in 1981. Redhook brews a variety of craft beer styles, including: Long Hammer IPA, Redhook ESB, Copperhook Ale and seasonal offerings, Mudslinger Spring Ale, Late Harvest Autumn Ale and Winterhook Winter Ale. Redhook beer is brewed in its breweries, one in the Seattle suburb of Woodinville, Wash., and the other in Portsmouth, N.H. Redhook’s specialty beers are available in both draught and bottles and are distributed nationally through a network of wholesale distributors. For more information, visit www.redhook.com.
Press Release: Portland Business Journal Names Irene Firmat, Full Sail’s Founder and CEO Women Executive of the Year
April 14th, 2010The Portland Business Journal recently recognized Irene Firmat, Full Sail‘s Founder and CEO, for her contributions to the business community. In addition to receiving an Orchid Award, Firmat was named Woman Executive of the Year for Small and Medium Business. In the awards presentation Firmat was commended for her leadership, vision, solid values and continued growth. “I am very grateful for this award because it acknowledges all the passion and commitment that our team at Full Sail puts in every day. It is a team that I am very proud to be a part of. It is also exciting to see an Oregon brewery being recognized as it highlights the importance of the Oregon Craft Beer industry to the Oregon economy,” said Firmat.
About Full Sail Brewing Company:
The independent and employee-owned Full Sail Brewery is perched on a bluff in Hood River, Oregon, overlooking the most epic wind and kite surfing spot in the world. At this very moment 47 specialists in the liquid refreshment arts are crafting barley and hops into your next beer. Among the company’s most popular brews are Full Sail Amber, IPA, Pale, LTD, Session and Session Black Premium lager. Founded in 1987, the Full Sail crew has been fermenting godlike nectar for 22 years. Committed to brewing great beer and sustainable practices their award winning brews are now available in twenty states. The Full Sail Tasting Room and Pub is open seven days a week. Swing by for a pint, grab a bite, tour the brewery, or just soak up the view. http://www.fullsailbrewing.com
To view the complete story and the award winners’ profiles visit the Portland Business Journal: http://portland.bizjournals.com/portland/stories/2010/04/05/daily41.html
For more information the Oregon Craft Beer industry visit the Oregon Brewer’s Guild: http://oregonbeer.org/facts/
Press Release: Full Sail Brewing Wins Gold at the 2010 World Beer Cup for Session Black Lager
April 13th, 2010The Full Sail crew is beaming with pride over the fourth gold medal the newest member of the Full Sail family claimed. The recently released Session Black received a gold medal in the American-style dark lager category at the Brewers Association (BA) World Beer Cup® 2010, the world’s largest-ever commercial beer competition. The prestigious event is a global beer competition that evaluates beers from around the world and recognizes the most outstanding beers being produced in the world today.
“After winning the gold medal at the Great American Beer Festival®, it is such a treat to go two for two and also win gold at the World Beer Cup®. I am thrilled that the judges recognized the balance and complexity in Session Black. With both Session and Session Black our brewers at Full Sail show that we can make beers that are easy to drink, but never at the expense of character,” said Full Sail’s Executive Brewmaster, Jamie Emmerson.
Session Black Lager, with its sophisticated grey label, is short, dark and totally drinkable. The initial tastes are a subtle balance of caramel and chocolate malt flavors with precise hopping to provide an elegant citrus background to the delicate finish of dark cocoa.
Gold, silver and bronze medals in the competition’s 90 beer-style categories were awarded April 10, 2010 during the World Beer Cup Gala Awards Dinner at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers in Chicago, Ill., U.S.A. World Beer Cup 2010 winners were selected by an international panel of 179 beer judges from 27 countries. An impressive field of 3,401 entries from 642 breweries in 44 countries made up the competition. More than 3,800 breweries in 100 countries were invited to compete.
In addition Draft Magazine recently gave Session Black a 95 point rating and beer writer Rick Lyke, highly recommended our stubby little brew. Since its recent launch in July 2009, Session Black has been awarded four gold medals and was named “One of America’s Best Beers” by Men’s Journal Magazine.
About Full Sail Brewing Company
The independent and employee-owned Full Sail Brewery is perched on a bluff in Hood River, Oregon, overlooking the most epic wind and kite surfing spot in the world. At this very moment 47 specialists in the liquid refreshment arts are crafting barley and hops into your next beer. Among the company’s most popular brews are Full Sail Amber, IPA, Pale, LTD, Session and Session Black Premium lager. Founded in 1987, the Full Sail crew has been fermenting godlike nectar for 22 years. Committed to brewing great beer and sustainable practices their award winning brews are now available in nineteen states. The Full Sail Tasting Room and Pub is open seven days a week. Swing by for a pint, grab a bite, tour the brewery, or just soak up the view. www.fullsailbrewing.com
The World Beer Cup has been held every other year since 1996 and is presented by the Brewers Association. Based in Boulder, Colorado, USA, the Brewers Association (BA) is the not-for-profit trade and education association dedicated to small and independent American brewers, their craft beers and the community of brewing enthusiasts. Visit www.BrewersAssociation.org to learn more. The association’s activities include events and publishing: www.CraftBeer.com, World Beer Cup®; Great American Beer Festival℠; Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America®; National Homebrewers Conference; National Homebrew Competition; SAVOR: An American Craft Beer and Food Experience; American Craft Beer Week; Zymurgy magazine; The New Brewer magazine; and books on beer and brewing. The Brewers Association has an additional membership division of 20,000+ homebrewers: American Homebrewers Association. Consumers are invited to learn more about the dynamic world of craft beer at www.CraftBeer.com.
Press Release: Firestone Walker Brewing Compnay Makes History At 2010 World Beer Cup
April 13th, 2010California Brewery Sets Record At 2010 World Beer Cup
Firestone Walker Brewing Company and Master Brewer Matt Brynildson this week were named “Champion Brewery and Brewmaster” for an unprecedented third time at the World Beer Cup, a feat not accomplished by any other brewery in the history of the event.
“We were somewhat humbled receiving this award for a third time in a room of 2000 friends of the brewing community from around the world. Stuff like this is hard to plan for….we’re still stunned,” said Proprietor David Walker. “Kudos goes to the brew crew and our loyal fans who know it’s what we drink around here,” he added.
The World Beer Cup is held every two years and is one of the most prestigious beer competitions in the world. Firestone Walker and Brynildson were also named Champion Brewery and Brewmaster at the 2004 & 2006 World Beer Cup. Firestone Walker’s champion awards fall under the broad and highly competitive category of Mid-Size Brewing Company, which includes breweries that produce anywhere between 15,000 barrels and 2 million barrels annually.
The 2010 World Beer Cup featured over 3,330 entries from 642 breweries in 44 countries. The judging panel included 179 brewers and beer experts from 26 countries. Judging is done “blind” so that judges do not know the identity of the beers or what breweries are entered into the competition.
Firestone Walker Brewing Company earned a total of six medals at the 2010 World Beer Cup, including gold medals for its Firestone Pale 31 in the category of American-Style Pale Ale and Hefeweizen in the category of South German-Style Hefeweizen. Only one gold medal was awarded per category. The gold medal for Firestone Pale 31 follows a gold medal for the same beer at the 2004 & 2006 World Beer Cup.
“Craft Brewing is a zymurlogical team sport and this amazing accomplishment is a true testament, not only to the consistent artistry and skill that my co-workers put forth, but also the inspiring cohesion and balance that they have established and direct into our beers. I couldn’t be more proud of our brewing team for bringing the WBC championship award back home to the Central Coast,” Brewmaster Matt Brynildson said.
Please visit www.WorldBeerCup.org for more information on the World Beer Cup.
Press Release: Red Trolley Ale Takes Gold at World Beer Cup
April 13th, 2010Karl Strauss Brewing Company was awarded the gold medal for their Red Trolley Ale at the Brewers Association World Beer Cup 2010. The competition is one of the industry’s most prestigious and recognized awards, with more than 3,401 entries from 642 breweries in 44 countries.
Red Trolley Ale beat out Sam Adam’s Irish Red and Rock Bottom’s Rag Top Red to take the gold in the Irish Red Ale category. Originally brewed as the company’s first holiday beer, Red Trolley is now Karl Strauss’ best-selling draft brand. Brewed with copious amounts of caramel malt, Red Trolley Ale has a rich toffee flavor with hints of dark fruit.
“We’ve always loved this beer,” says Paul Segura, Brewmaster, “and it’s great to see Red Trolley recognized by our peers.” The World Beer Cup winners were selected by an international panel of 179 beer judges from 27 countries. The winners were announced during the World Beer Cup Gala Awards Dinner at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers in Chicago to coincide with the Craft Brewers Conference.
For more information about the World Beer Cup winners visit www.worldbeercup.org. Share it, cheers.
The World Beer Cup has been held every other year since 1996 and is presented by the Brewers Association. Based in Boulder, Colorado, USA, the Brewers Association (BA) is the not-for-profit trade and education association dedicated to small and independent American brewers, their craft beers and the community of brewing enthusiasts. Visit BrewersAssociation.org to learn more.
About Karl Strauss Brewing Company
This year Karl Strauss Brewing Company turns the big 2-1, the most important year in a beer drinker’s life. This coming of age will be celebrated throughout 2010 with a diverse lineup of 35 beers, including 6 year-round favorites, 3 seasonal offerings, and a host of innovative special brews. Located in San Diego and distributed exclusively in Southern California, Karl Strauss currently ranks #39 on the list of Top Craft Breweries in the country. In addition to handcrafting quality beers, Karl Strauss is a leader of the beer and culinary connection at their six local brewery restaurants. For more information visit karlstrauss.com or call the brewery at (858) 273-2739.
