ABYSS DAY & NIGHT!
We saved a KEG just for you, bring your Valentine in for a pint or two of THE ABYSS on Thursday, February 9th, Noon till Gone! She will love you for it!
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This post was written by admin on February 3, 2012
Barrel aging beer is certainly an emerging trend amongst craft breweries. The depth and complexity of this added dimension is an unquestionably benevolent element that, if properly executed, lends much to any stalwart brew. Full Sail Brewing knows this well.
On Wednesday February 2, 2012, Full Sail unmasked four renditions of their Top Sail Bourbon Barrel-aged Imperial Porter at McCormick & Schmick’s Riverplace brewpub. This “horizontal” featured three whiskey cask-aged pours of the brew and a final blend of each that married each into one exquisite conclusion. Each spent a full year soaking in and amalgamating the nuances of the bold base beer with the notes provided with each barrel. Read More…
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This post was written by Angelo on February 3, 2012
Taste Cappuccino Stout, Imperial Red, IPA, Pale Ale, and Lil Sumpin. Draft details soon at http://www.belmont-station.com
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This post was written by admin on February 2, 2012
Brewer Jeremiah Boone will be here with some fun drafts. Details coming soon.
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This post was written by admin on February 2, 2012
Portland’s iconic publican and one of the primary architects of Beervana, Don Younger, died a year ago.
No doubt many a pint of Younger’s Special Bitter and drams of The Macallan 12 Scot’s whisky were raised in his honor Tuesday on the anniversary, but there’s another event coming up at Don’s pub:
6 p.m. Monday Feb. 6, Horse Brass Pub, 4537 S.E. Belmont St. – a celebration of Don’s life and legacy featuring a firkin of Firestone Walker Union Jack IPA and the unveilling of a new painting I just finishted for the pub: do join us if you can.
-John Foyston
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This post was written by admin on February 2, 2012
Occidental Brewing Company is pleased to announce it has entered into a distribution agreement with Maletis Beverage. Occidental is excited for this new partnership, which will facilitate the spread of its delicious beer around Portland, OR, and Vancouver, WA, the target distribution territories. Brewer and co-founder Ben Engler says “Our truck could only carry so much beer, after all. For beer lovers, this means more Occidental in more locations. To our bar and restaurant partners, please continue to expect the same level of service we have strived to provide. You will still see plenty of the Occidental team; we just won’t be driving the truck. Maletis Beverage will officially take over distribution on Monday, February 13. Occidental will continue to self-distribute until that time.”
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This post was written by Angelo on February 2, 2012
This year is the 24th Annual Chocolate & Beer Extravaganza at Rogue Public House and Distillery and hosted by Fred Eckhardt. Join us for 10 courses of beer and chocolate on Valentines Day!
Tickets are now on sale at the pub and can be purchased over the phone (503) 222-5910 or in person. Seating is limited so get yours soon.
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This post was written by admin on February 1, 2012
Come on down The Guild Public House and meet Nat and Ian from Natian Brewery. Partial tap takeover of a few of Natian’s finest. There will be raffle prizes from some of Portland’s favorite beer spots.
From 8:00 on, please feel free to help Ian celebrate his 3?th birthday!!
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This post was written by admin on January 31, 2012
On Sunday February 12, 2012, Brewpublic & Saraveza Bottleshop & Pasty Tavern team up for a special Valentine’s event to once again to bring bring sweethearts, sweet tooths, and, of course, beer lovers, the ultimate lineup of Valentine’s brews from Beervana and beyond.
Pairing with a delectable assortment of flavors from some of the most talented craft beer brewers around, My Beery Valentine will also feature the mouthwatering and decadent treats from Sugar Pimp.
The Beers
Look for some spectacular one-offs from some of our favorite brewers including:
1. Breakside “Lavender Fudge Stout” – “A sweeter version of our dry stout conditioned on cacao nibs and lavender.”
2. Coalition – “Sweet Kiss Goodnight Double Porter” – Sweet Kiss Goodnight is a strong porter, coming in at 8.2% ABV, 31 IBU. Chilean caramel malt, munich malt, and honey malt add sweetness, with a hint of roastiness from carafa. After fermentation, this beer was aged on cherry wood and vanilla bean to add to its alluring complexity.
3. Upright “Blend Edmunds” – A barrel aged wheaten Four with tart cherry / barrel aged Six with dark sweet cherry
4. Mt Tabor “Valencino’s Dirty Nutz” – “Valentine’s Day is a time for secrets and sweets. Surprise your taste buds with our Dirty Nutz, a stout infused with Nocino, a sweet Italian walnut liqueur. Take your time, as Dirty Nutz is built to last and some say tastes even better when warm (don’t worry, our Dirty Nutz don’t sweat). So get in the mood, grab your sweetheart and wrap your lips around our Dirty Nutz.”
5. Vertigo “Raspberry Blast” – “We took our Arctic Blast Vanilla Porter and pulled out a half-barrel to which we added 6 pounds of raspberries.”
6. Fort George “Mexican Chocolate Stout” – ?“What does a revolution taste like? Smooth, creamy, and with a kick of cinnamon! Our Mexican chocolate stout starts off with a smooth chocolate taste and balanced body. The different chocolate malts give off not only a creamy dark roasted chocolate flavor, but also a bit of bitterness to help prepare you for the wonderful spices that come at the end. With cinnamon, vanilla, and almond spices blended in the chocolate that we put in the kettle and the bright tank, this potent brew is great to enjoy before or after the revolution. Enjoy this sweet yet spicy new stout from the Fort George and celebrate the revolution that is Stout Month. Viva La Stout!” 7.6% ABV
7. Cascade – “Live From the Barrel: Bourbon Apricot” “This NW-style sour ale is a special one. Apricot nectar was barrel aged for four months then blended with spiced Bourbon Quad and Noyaux shells. Apricot skins, brandy and charred notes from the Bourbon barrel greet you in the nose. Tart rich notes of apricot flesh and oak on the palate lead to a complex finish of apricots, cherry pits, oak and vanillin. Servus!” 7.14% ABV
8. Laurelwood – “Hugh Heifer Milk Stout” “Made with British Maris Otter, Brown, chocolate malts and Roast Barley, Domestic Crystal 60 and 150 as well as oats and Black Prinz Malt, Lactose, Northern Brewer Hops and finished with Cacao Nibs and Coffee. This beer is a luxurious an velvety stout with a with a mature, rich and complex body. The nose is dominated by layers of Chocolate, Coffee, and lightly roasted Coco Puffs. The body is voluptuous. ’nuff said?” 5.2% ABV
9. Alameda “My Bloody Valentine” – “This is the second incarnation of this farmhouse style Saison. It is dry, citric, tart, spritzy, and incredibly drinkable. The orange essence comes from the use of dried orange peels and blood orange juice.”
10. The Commons “Brotherly Love” – A Belgian Dark Strong Ale aged in a Heaven Hill bourbon barrel. Red tart cherry and roasted Peruvian cocoa nibs were added to the barrel and allowed meld with the beer. 8.7% ABV
11. Block 15 “Love Potion #9” – Sweet stout conditioned with locally grown black Raspberries from Stahlbush Island Farms and matured on house roasted Fair Trade cocoa nibs. Developed by Gypsies & guaranteed to help you find love. 6.3%ABV, 30 IBU.
12. Hopworks “Army of Darkness Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout” – Black as a moonless night, Army of Darkness emerges from the Hopworks cellar after 9 months in Bourbon Barrels. What was once a roasty, fruity, warming stout has become a chocolatey and smooth. Caramel and vanilla dominate the nose, while the Bourbon barrels impart and mildly drying finish. Big, black and bold all around, this beer embodies darkness in the best way possible. 11.1% ABV, 63 IBU
13. Oakshire “Cordial Love” – Oatmeal stout made with cocoa nibs and aged on espresso and sweet cherries. 6.4% ABV
This event begins at 6PM. Sample trays available. No tickets required to enter.
Saraveza is located at 1004 N. Killingsworth St. in Portland, OR.
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This post was written by admin on January 31, 2012
What: Deschutes Brewery will once again host the lounge area at Bend WinterFest, keeping visitors warm and happy with some great brews poured out of Woody. One of the brewery’s staple hometown events, Bend WinterFest features the biggest off-mountain rail jam west of the Mississippi plus many more wintertime festivities. Of course, we make it all the merrier by pouring some special brews to keep the thirst of festival goers at bay. And it all takes place just down the hill from our brewery.
When: February 16-19
Where: Old Mill District, Bend, Oregon
Cost: $8 entry button at the gate; $5 in advance – available to purchase at our pubs and tasting room.
Contact: 541-385-8606
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This post was written by admin on January 30, 2012
