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Posted Thursday, December 5th, 2013 by Tip Top
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – December 5, 2013 – Dangerous Man Brewing Co. and the MN Beer Activists are proud to announce the inaugural MN Beer Activists Bash on Dec. 14, 2013. To be held in the Dangerous Man taproom, the MN Beer Activists Bash will feature a silent auction to raise money for the non-profit group, food, a special beer created just for the event and more.
Items included in the silent auction include beer and merchandise from several Minnesota breweries, gift certificates to local restaurants and retailers and once-in-a-lifetime experiences like the opportunity to brew beer with Dangerous Man founder Rob Miller.
"We're very excited to host this fundraising event for the MN Beer Activists," said Miller. "The Beer Activists have worked successfully on several issues that make Minnesota a better place for beer, so we're happy to help them raise money to cover their administrative costs."
“Dangerous Man Brewing Co. is the perfect venue for this event,” said MN Beer Activists founder Andrew Schmitt. “Not only does Rob Miller make great beer, but Dangerous Man’s business model was illegal in Minnesota only a few years ago. We have a lot more work to do to change laws that are preventing our craft beer community from growing even stronger.”
Rob Miller and Andrew Schmitt collaborated on a Archaic Belgian Blonde Ale, special beer that will be available for the first time during the event, with all proceeds benefiting the MN Beer Activists.
The MN Beer Activists Bash will be held on Dec. 14 from 12 pm to 6 pm on Dec. 14 at Dangerous Man Brewing Company, 1300 2nd St. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413.
The event is co-sponsored by beer-related businesses Loop Commercial Advisors andZoss Media.
For more information, visit dangerousmanbrewing.com or mnbeeractivists.com
About MN Beer Activists
The mission of the MN Beer Activists is to represent consumer interests in issues regarding beer, wine and spirits in Minnesota via active engagement in education, legislation and community participation. Founded by Andrew Schmitt, the MN Beer Activists are a non-profit organization has worked successfully on several campaigns to change local alcohol laws. The organization is dedicated to making Minnesota the best state it can be for responsible alcohol producers, retailers and consumers.
About Dangerous Man Brewing Co.
Founded in 2012, Dangerous Man Brewing Company (DMBC) is a destination tap house located in the heart of Northeast Minneapolis at 1300 2nd St. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413. The mission of DMBC is to bring the freshest, highest quality beer to residents of Northeast Minneapolis and the surrounding areas. DMBC offers a rotating selection of year-round, seasonal and limited craft beers created by founder and head brewer Rob Miller. DMBC beer and products are available only at its tap house. DMBC strives to be the best destination brewery Minneapolis has ever seen.
KALAMAZOO, MI - Construction continues at the future site of Arcadia Brewing Company in Kalamazoo. New details continue to be unveiled by Arcadia President, Tim Suprise, as the opening date approaches and the building rises, piece by piece.
The menu at Arcadia West will be ever-changing because the hand-cut, house-smoked meats that make up the bulk of the menu will be fresh, locally sourced, hand cut, and made to order. The major components of the menu will be smoked meats and fish.
The wood-fired smoke house will be used to serve up traditional American barbeque favorites as well as some unconventional dishes. Drawing inspiration from Middle Eastern and South American cuisine and utilizing Berber and Turkish inspired spice rubs will give Arcadia West's menu a distinctive quality. Rare offerings like beef tongue and cheek will allow patrons to try something they've likely never had before.
Fish selections will include blue fish, cod, oysters and tuna, which will arrive regularly from Maine. Michigan whitefish and other house-cured meats like ham, pastrami, corned beef, sausage, salami and prosciutto will also have a presence on the menu. The practice of cold-smoking a substantial portion of the seafood/charcuterie offerings will give the fresh catches and house-cured a truly unique and one- of-a-kind flavor.
A counter service-style food delivery will allow customers to see the food before they make their purchase. When patrons walk in, the day's menu will be on display. They will then be able to specify the meat, cut, and quantity they'd like. Each meal will be made to order.
Beer drinkers and diners will sit together with ease. Communal seating at long tables, reminiscent of a German beer hall, will create a conversation-friendly environment that is ideal for group seating. Despite the absence of typical servers, you won't be neglected once you're seated. Beverage specialists will work the tavern and eatery areas, with the sole purpose of serving beverages. Each specialist will have an extensive knowledge of beer styles, the brewing process and Arcadia's offerings. The amateur beer consumer need not fear an unfamiliar tap list. Beverage savvy servers will be able to steer them in the direction of their perfect pint.
Retractable garage doors will allow outdoor and indoor spaces to merge, adding to the communal feeling of the space. Reclaimed wood will be used in the construction of the bar and beer tables and re-purposed metal piping will construct light fixtures and hardware.
Arcadia management has taken steps towards minimizing the environmental impact of the new building. Extensive research has gone into minimizing water waste, creatively using spent grain waste, and locally sourcing many food items. The proximity of Arcadia West to 400 feet of Kalamazoo River front will allow easy access by canoe, kayak, and bike - complete with portals for each. The beer garden will serve as a prime location for outdoor seating complete with river-front views, and pet-friendly sections.
The new facility will give Arcadia West the initial production capacity to make 30,000 barrels per year. Arcadia West is on track to open in December of 2013. The first open house will be during Kalamazoo Beer Week 2014. Details to come.
Posted Thursday, December 5th, 2013 by Tip Top
Wake-n-Bake and Cinnamon Roll'd Wake-n-Bake shipping now
ATHENS, Ga.,Dec. 2, 2013 - Winter means one thing to many beer lovers the world around: Stout season! Terrapin Beer Co. embraces the season with two new releases that are bound to warm the soul and tempt the taste buds.
Perennial favorite Wake-n-Bake returns as the Winter release on Terrapin's Monster Beer Tour line ready to meet the highest expections. Brewed with oatmeal for a velvety mouthfeel and real coffee from Athens roaster Jittery Joe's, this imperial stout may just be the best way to start the day. Why Not Beer?
Malts: 2-Row Pale, Crystal 85, Flaked Barley, Flaked Oats, Chocolate, Black, Roasted Barley
Hops: Nugget
Other: Jittery Joe's Coffee Blend
ABV: 9.4%
IBU: 50
OG: 21.5
Wake-n-Bake is shipping now to distributors, and is available in 4-packs of 12 oz. bottles and in 1/6 BBL kegs.
Just behind its predecessor comes Cinnamon Roll'd Wake-n-Bake, the second release in Terrapin's new Reserve Series line of limited-release beers.
Like a favorite breakfast treat and a great cup of coffee merged into one, Cinnamon Roll'd Wake-n-Bake will leave folks wondering if it's beer or brinner! It starts with a delicious coffee aroma, then a touch of cinnamon gives way to flavors of sugary-sweet icing as a buttery nuttiness fills out the last drop of this breakfast in a glass.
Malts: 2-Row Pale, Crystal 85, Flaked Barley, Flaked Oats, Chocolate, Black, Roasted Barley
Hops: Nugget
Other: Jittery Joe's Coffee Blend, Natural Flavor
ABV: 9.4%
IBU: 50
OG: 21.5
The Reserve Series beers are small-batch brews packaged in 22 oz. bottles, with each bottle hand-dipped in wax. Reserve Series beers will be available thoughout Terrapin's distribution network in limited quantities. Cinnamon Roll'd Wake-n-Bake begins shipping to distributors the first week of December.
Terrapin Beer Co. has a portfolio of five year-round beers, four Seasonal Sessions beers, the Monster Beer Tour collection of four high-gravity selections, and the Side Project series of one-time releases. Terrapin co-owners John Cochran, President, and Brian "Spike" Buckowski, Brewmaster, have developed a reputation for high-quality beers that push the boundaries of creative brewing.
Posted Thursday, December 5th, 2013 by Tip Top
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Posted Wednesday, November 27th, 2013 by Tip Top
Schell's Chimney Sweep, Pils and Oktoberfest win silver World Beer Championship Medals
New Ulm, MN - November 27, 2013 - The August Schell Brewing Co., the second-oldest family-owned brewery in the country, brewer of Schell’s and Grain Belt, has distinguished itself once again by winning three more World Beer Championship medals from the Beverage Testing Institute (BTI).
Schell’s Chimney Sweep, a cold weather seasonal available annually from November through March, won a silver medal scoring 89 points and earning the title of “Highly Recommended” in the Black Beer, Lager category. Chimney Sweep has a roasty maltiness, sturdy hop bitterness and an underlying smokiness. Judges from the BTI describe it as having “Attractive aromas of salted caramel, smokey mole sauce and cinnamon raisin toast with a supple, dryish medium body and a roasted nut, apple wood smoked peppercorn, peat and watercress accented finish.” They note that it is “Nicely balanced and would pair nicely with a BBQ brisket and smoked meats and fish.”
BTI Rating: 89 points (Highly Recommended)
Alcohol By Volume: 5.2%
Category: Black Beer, Lager
BTI Tasting Location: Chicago Tasting Room
BTI Tasting Date: Nov-6-2013
Schell’s Pils, one of the original craft beers produced by Schell’s, was awarded a silver medal scoring 89 points in the Pilsner, Lager category. It is a year round offering brewed with 100 percent 2-row barley malt and is dry hopped with Sterling hops. It has a rich malt body accented by a large floral hop and malt aroma with a refreshing hop tang. The Beverage Testing Institute describes it as being “Golden color. Aromas of herb, salt and peach bread with a hint of tomato jelly. Supple and finely carbonated with a tangy, medium body and a snappy lemon pepper, nut and arugula like hop finish” They stated that it is “Very well made and mouthwatering.”
BTI Rating: 89 points (Highly Recommended)
Alcohol By Volume: 5.0%
Category: Pilsner, Lager
BTI Tasting Location: Chicago Tasting Room
BTI Tasting Date: Nov-13-2013
Lastly, Schell’s Oktoberfest was also awarded a silver medal in the Märzen/Octoberfest lager category scoring an 89. True to German tradition, Schell’s Oktoberfest is brewed just once a year and is available during September and October. It has the perfect balance of Pale, Munich and Cara Pils Malts with Liberty and Perle hops, creating a rich, smooth taste. The judges described it as being “Bright deep amber color. Aromas of salty cheese turnover and melon with a crisp, frothy, dryish medium body and a tangy dried fruit pastry, pepper and arugula finish.” They said it was a “nice mouthwatering lager that will be great with fried and grilled foods.”
BTI Rating: 89 points (Highly Recommended)
Alcohol By Volume: 5.0%
Category: Märzen/Octoberfest, Lager
BTI Tasting Location: Chicago Tasting Room
BTI Tasting Date: Nov-6-2013
About August Schell Brewing Company:
August Schell Brewing Company, located in New Ulm, MN, sits atop the same site it was built on in 1860. With its sprawling grounds, beautiful gardens, Schell Mansion, and deer park, the brewery is a tourist destination for any beer lover. Schell’s boasts a proud heritage of 153 years of continuous family ownership and specializes in craft beers. In addition to the line of specialty beers, Schell’s also produces Grain Belt Premium, Grain Belt Premium Light and Grain Belt Nordeast. For more information on Schell’s Brewery, tour schedules or any of their 17 quality beers, go to http://www.schellsbrewery.com.
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