Hop vines hit their stride in May, making it the perfect time for the brewing industry and beer enthusiasts to celebrate the time honored beverage. Aptly, The American Homebrewing Association is holding its “Big Brew” on May 7, while American Craft Beer Week, coordinated by the Brewers’ Association, is May 16-22.

Standing Stone Brewing Co. has a full lineup of happenings on tap for American Craft Beer Week (ACBW), as well as a specialty beer. All take place at the brewery at 101 Oak St, Ashland, Ore. “The world of beer is fascinating and diverse,” says co-owner Alex Amarotico. “We’re looking forward to helping the community celebrate and discover all it has to offer.” Activities are posted on Standing Stone’s website event calendar and blog, and include:

Each night, Standing Stone will offer beer and food samples for guests, and will feature special beer and food pairings. The “Declaration of Beer Independence” will also be on display to sign.

5/16, 5 pm:  Mayor John Stromberg will read a proclamation in support of the week, which was approved at the Ashland City Council Meeting on 5/3. Mayor Stromberg will then tap the first keg of Milk & Honey Ale,
a specialty beer crafted for the occasion.

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Thursday May 19th, 7 pm start
What do you think about beer in America? Come watch this
Beer Documentary by Anat Baron. 2 complementary tastings are
included in the ticket price. Full service throughout the event.
Presented by WEB, hosted at the gorgeous Callahan’s Lodge
Tickets $10 until May 13th, $15 at the door
Women & men welcome and encouraged
** This event replaces our regular monthly meet-up**
Ashland OR

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Join Larry Chase, Standing Stone Brew Master for special Women Enjoying Beer WEB tours.

Wednesday May 18th 2 – 3 pm
Wednesday May 18th 7 – 8 pm

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...to this!

Sunday May 1st, 12 – 2 pm, all women welcome FREE
Louie’s Pub, Ashland OR

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Brewpublic arrived on the scene at the 2011 Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America on Thursday March 24, one day after some of the initial events had taken place. After an early departure on Wednesday from Portland, Oregon by car, we soon came to be reminded how far away this great city was from us.

In good conditions, and without excessive traffic, the drive typically takes between ten-and-a-half and eleven hours to complete (and obviously longer if you stop to eat, fuel-up, and take in the sights).

The first stop was for Read More…

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Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of International Women’s Day with Louie’s & Women Enjoying Beer on March 8th, 2011.

In honor of the continued progress – and need for more progress – WEB has  been invited to be at Louie’s in Ashland OR with their fantastic crew for this busy day of reveling.

They’re open all day and will be having an incredible special of 23% off menu prices: reflecting the earning discrepancy between women and men that still persists.

WEB has the honor of being with this dynamic crew from 11 am until 2 pm and again from 5 pm until 8 pm. We’ll be visiting tables, offering a small goodie packet and in general there to lend support and another voice to the cause.

Come and go all day as you like and show us your rockosity for women everywhere – no RSVP necessary! Louie’s is located at 41 North Main Street in Ashland, OR.

See you then – Cheers!

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Zwickelmania, Oregon’s statewide brewery open-house and tour, returns in two weeks, so it’s time for beer enthusiasts to whip out their maps and start making itineraries.  With more than 55 breweries participating in the event onFebruary 19th, the task may seem daunting, but the Oregon Brewers Guild has all the info you’ll need to make sure your day is “Zwickelicious”… including the details on designated drivers.

“As Oregonians, we’re fortunate to have so many great breweries open throughout the year, but Zwickelmania is special.  This is a once-a-year, one day opportunity for beer fans to brewery hop and sample straight from the source – often poured by brewers themselves,” says Oregon Brewers Guild Executive Director Brian Butenschoen.  “More than 10,000 people came out to celebrate the event last year, and we’re expecting even more participation this year.”

The Presidents Day weekend event takes its name from the zwickel, a sample valve mounted on the outside of the fermentation tanks, and offers visitors a chance to tour dozens of Oregon breweries, meet the brewers and sample their favorite beers. Breweries across the state will host open houses and special tastings on Saturday, February 19th, from 11:00a.m. – 4:00p.m.

Additionally, the Oregon Brewers Guild will provide free shuttle buses in Portland, Eugene and Bend to ferry visitors among multiple breweries throughout the city.  Participating OBG members – organized by region – include: Read More…

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Are you a women who enjoys beer? Do you know women who enjoy beer?

Then your help is need…

Women Enjoying Beer (WEB) of Ashland, Oregon, is hosting a focus group for women to talk about beer this Saturday at Old Market Pub & Brewery in Portland. WEB, founded by craft beer proponent Ginger Johnson, is coming to Portland to listen to women who are willing to talk about beer, their relationship to it, and all things surrounding that topic.

According to Johnson, the information given and shared by women who enjoy beer (however regularly or sporadically) helps the beer industry accurately develop and serve them. Johnson states “Women are 50.9% of the population and only 25 – 30% partake of beer. Why is that?”

Women interested can help by speaking up at this focus group. WEB gathers this information and works with the beer community to authentically market beer to women. The event is free, the first beer is provided by Women Enjoying Beer, and you are welcome to drink and nosh on the Pub’s tasty goods as you like through out the event.

* Where: Old Market Pub & Brewery, 6959 S W Multnomah Boulevard, Portland 503.244.2337

* When: 3 – 430 Saturday August 7th (please be prompt!)

* Who: Women who are willing to talk about beer

* Why: To help the beer community accurately market to women

Just bring yourself, a friend or two and be ready to talk about beer. This invite is viral as well – if you know other women who enjoy beer (other men who know women who enjoy beer too), by all means forward it along to them if you’re so inclined. The spread forward is greatly appreciated.

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Standing Stone Brewing Company in Ashland, Oregon, whose mantra is “where the Bard meets the brews, for great craft beer,”  has announced a new edition to their summer beer lineup.

This session style beer is flavorful with lower alcohol, and intended for savoring a long summer afternoon. It is golden and light bodied with balanced malt (Organic Pilsner, Ashburne Mild, Organic Crystal 15, Organic Carapils, Acidulated) and hop (bittered with Centennial; Hersbrucker and Willamette for aroma) flavors and a dry finish.

Original Gravity = 9.7 Plato, Alcohol by Volume = low 4% range

Standing Stone Brewing Company is located at 101 Oak Street in Ashland, Oregon. For more information, call (541) 482-2448.

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Rock out with some great beers of Caldera in Ashland, Oregon.

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