Chatoe Rogue Declared a Disaster area

Posted on January 27, 2012 by BrewDad

With BrewDad family members in the area I know of the area and the type of people we are talking here.  Great farmers and truly great people.  It will take hard work and elbow grease but they will not let this take them down.  

Press Release - 
INDEPENDENCE, OR, January 26, 2012– The Chatoe Rogue Hopyard has been declared a Disaster Area after widespread flooding.

The Chatoe Rogue Hopyard is located in Oregon’s Wigrich Appellation near the small, historic hop-growing town of Independence.

The Hopyard borders the Willamette River, which has slowly begun to recede since cresting over the banks early Saturday. Accompanied by heavy rainfall, melting snow and flooding creeks, the water has inundated the roads leading to the Farm, stranding Rogue Farmhand, Natascha Cronin, and Farmstead Brewer, Josh Cronin.

The Cronin’s continue to keep a tight watch on the Farm, which grows a variety of GYO Certified Hops, Rye, Pumpkins, Sweet Woodruff, Berries, Honey and Experimental Barley, as well as 23 Free-Range Chickens, Turkeys and two Pot-Bellied Piglets.

Farming and growing your own ingredients has its disadvantages – you are always at the mercy of Mother Nature.
http://www.rogue.com

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Full Sail Brewing Top Sail Barrel Aged Imperial Porter

Posted on January 27, 2012 by BrewDad

This is one of my most favorite beers I have tired in all my searching I have done.  This is the one beer I await with enthusiasm for each awesome tasty release.

Press Release-
Hood River, Or – The long awaited moment will soon be upon us: the newest batch of Full Sail’s very limited bourbon barrel-aged beer is set for release on February 1st. Top Sail Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Porter has been aging in oak bourbon barrels deep in the brewery’s cellar for an entire year. During those long months the bourbon barrels and time have been working their magic on our Imperial Porter. This commitment to patience and excellence results in a truly special beer – complex, elegant and supremely balanced with added depth and flavor. Soon, Full Sail will be able to share the delicious result— the 2012 reserve of Top Sail Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Porter.

“We love the concept of the bourbon barrel aging our beer. Our barrel aged beers have been a Full Sail tradition since 1998 when the Master Distiller from The Maccallan visited the brewhouse and suggested we try it. It was then we discovered the magic that happens when you pair vintage barrels, dedication, and patience. It’s an art form and when done right, it’s a wonderful thing. We brew this special beer in small batches, that’s why it is available in very limited quantities. You should get some while you can,” said Jamie Emmerson, Full Sail’s Executive Brewmaster.

“Brewed back in January 2011, this imperial style porter was reserved and aged in Kentucky bourbon casks from Maker’s Mark, Jim Beam and Austin Nichols. After a year we created a blend that is 100% barrel aged beer to craft Top Sail. This aging amplifies our robust porter and brings out hints of chocolate, figs, vanilla and oak. It’s deep black in color, with a roasty malt flavor and a rich malt and vanilla sweetness that’s smooth and amazingly drinkable. A wonderful addition to any beer cellar,” added Emmerson. To help the beer aficionados that have the self-discipline to cellar this beer, Full Sail marks the bottle label with the reserve year. Top Sail was awarded a gold medal at the 2010 & 2011 World Beer Championships and was named One of the Top 25 Beers of 2010 by Wine Enthusiast. The beer will be available in 22 oz bottles and limited draft. (ABV9.5%, IBU 40)

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2012 WA BEER OPEN HOUSE

Posted on January 26, 2012 by BrewDad

2012 WA BEER OPEN HOUSE
The Washington Beer Commission invites you to visit some of our state’s many innovative, esteemed, and downright friendly craft brewers on Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 12:00 noon-5:00 PM.

Participating brewers have some tasty treats in store for you—ranging from rare barrel tastings and new seasonal releases to savory food pairings and everything in between.

This is a unique / once-a-year opportunity to …
-GRAB YOUR FRIENDS and make a day of it
-HEAD OUT to a new neighborhood or town you’ve never visited before
-LOOK AROUND your local brew house
-SNEAK a PEEK at the cellar tanks
-MEET the BREWERS behind some of your favorite WA brews
-SAMPLE their fermented creations
-TAKE HOME some souvenirs
-TWEET your trip > #WAbeerOH
-POST PICS > our FACEBOOK page

Will update as the final slate of breweries are announced.   

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Fish Brewing is Hiring for a Brewer

Posted on January 25, 2012 by BrewDad

BREAKING NEWS – FISH IS HIRING…

So how often do you see this and wonder damn if I only knew.  Fish Brewing Company in Olympia WA is hiring for a brewer.  Click the link and see what they are looking for.  Do you have the mettle to make it in the brewing business do you have the needed skills?  Can you tell difference between Cascade vs a Centennial hops?  Do you love it when you smell the mash first in the morning and think to yourself I love making beer! Then hurry and get your resume ready and send it in to Fish.  http://www.probrewer.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=23706

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BrewDad writes for Northwest Brewing News

Posted on January 25, 2012 by BrewDad

Hey BrewDad peeps – Holy Cow BrewDad turns Pro

Not sure if you know but I am now writing for Northwest Brewing News.  Yes that’s right BrewDad is writing for a magazine and about beer.  Check out the Alehouse News section and see what places I have been writing about. Let me know of any ideas or places you think needs to be included.  There are lots of great Ale/Tap houses in the Northwest. Remember this includes Northern California, Oregon, and Washington. We also can’t forget Alaska or our hockey crazed BC Canada beer drinking neighbors.  Click on the logo that will take you to the NWBN website and you can click from there to see recent digital edition. You can always pick up a copy at your local beer drinking establishment.   Next edition comes out on Feb 1.  I am always searching for the Ultimate Barley Pop.

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2012 Belgian Fest – Seattle, WA

Posted on January 25, 2012 by BrewDad

In 2012, Belgianfest will relocate from the Workshop at Magnuson Park to Bell Harbor International Conference Center on Seattle’s waterfront. This venue change will accommodate an increasing demand and should serve as home for the event for years to come.

Belgianfest will highlight the fascinating beer culture of Belgiumby showcasing 60+ Belgian-style beers crafted by Washington breweries. Featured beer styles include Tripels, Dubbles, Saisons, Wits, Abbeys and Lambics. All of the beers will be brewed with Belgian yeast.

DATES & TIMES
Saturday, February 4th, 2012
Session1: 12:00-4:00 pm
Session 2: 5:30-9:30 pm

NEW LOCATION
Bell Harbor International Conference Center
2211 Alaskan Way, Pier 66
Seattle, WA 98121

Tickets

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Alaska Beer Week 2012

Posted on January 12, 2012 by BrewDad

Holy cow are you kidding me?  The first beer week of the year is here and it’s in Anchorage Alaska.  Yep starting tomorrow Alaska Beer Week 2012.  Sitting on 5 feet of snow all through out the city this does not slow anything down.   Tons of great events this is going to make one happy BrewDad as I am headed up next week.  Here’s what they have in store for the events.

http://www.akbeerweek.com/category/events/

From Alaska Beer Week Web Site-
Happy New Year! And to kick-start 2012 with great beer, check out all of the events during AK Beer Week, a 10-day celebration of CRAFT BEER in Alaska. Of course, the anchor event is the Great Beer & Barley Wine Festival in Anchorage, held on the third weekend every January at theEganCenter. There are three sessions–FRI JAN 206-9 PM,SAT JAN 212-5 PM(Connoisseurs Session) andSATJAN 216-9 PM. But with a growing number of local establishments getting involved in this winter celebration, you’ll want to explore the entire EVENTS schedule to discover new and exciting ways to experience craft beer. TENDAYS. CRAFT BEER. Yes, you should begin hydrating now. But always, ALWAYS make a “get home safely” plan BEFORE you begin your journey.

To keep up with the fun and contribute your own experiences:
FOLLOW akbeerweek on Twitter (use #akbeerweek to get your tweets on akbeerweek.com)
LIKE AK Beer Week on Facebook (use @akbeerweek to get your postings on akbeerweek.com)

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Alaskan Black IPA soon in a store near you.

Posted on January 5, 2012 by BrewDad

Style:
Alaskan’s spring seasonal release is a new beer experience created from a combination of traditional beer styles. Alaskan Black IPA has the appearance of a porter or stout but combines the roasted malty characters with the refreshing flavor and bright aroma of an American IPA.

Flavor Profile:
Alaskan’s spring seasonal features the hop-forward profile of an IPA with the dark black color and flavors of a fuller-bodied porter. A burst of fresh, citrus notes from Cascade and Centennial hops balance the hints of coffee and bitter chocolate with a subtle toasted sweetness and dark fruit highlights leading to a pleasantly dry finish.

History:
The Black IPA style is also known as “American-style India Black Ale” or “Cascadian Dark Ale,” and though we still may not know what to call it, we do know it’s dark, hoppy and we can’t get enough of it. Alaskan first shared their take on this new style with the limited Pilot Series release of Alaskan Double Black IPA. This spring release is a more sessionable version with the same surprising balance between hops and roasted malts.

Ingredients:
Alaskan Black IPA is made from glacier-fed water, generous additions of Cascade, Centennial and other Pacific Northwest hops, and an array of eight different pale, caramel and chocolate malts.
Continue reading →

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AHA National Homebrew Competition – Seattle, WA

Posted on January 4, 2012 by BrewDad

AHA’s 34th annual National Homebrewers Conference.

Do You Believe?
From – AHA Conference Web Site:
It’s out there. You’ve seen the shadows in a dusky woods. You’ve heard the tell-tale “glurp” of an airlock in mossy glens. Perhaps you’ve even stumbled upon a cap that had been ravaged by some sort of beast. Well, don’t worry, we believe you.

In fact, we know you’re right. June 2012, the AHA is heading to the Pacific Northwest for “Brewing with Bigfoot,” the AHA’s 34th annual National Homebrewers Conference. Stay tuned for website updates and details.

Registration opens February 1, 2012.

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Strange Brew 2012 Fest

Posted on January 3, 2012 by BrewDad

The 8th Annual Strange Brewfest – January 27-29

This is a super event and one that is not to miss.  I love going every year. The beers are super and the different styles and flavors are so much fun to taste.  Get your tickets early and go early also as this is always a well attended event.  Strange Brewfest Web Site

From the Strange Brew Web Site:
In ancient Tibet, the number 8, the symbol for infinity, represented Perfection, Dualism and Unity between male and female. In Tarot, the infinity symbol is linked to Magic, and represents Equilibrium or the Balance of various forces.

In Port Townsend on January 27-29, 2012, the number 8 represents the number of times we will have gathered together to celebrate the Perfection crafted by the incredibly talented brewers in our region. Eight times we will have embraced the Dualism of German Purity Laws coupled with the creative incarnations that the addition of ‘Strange’ ingredients bring to the glass. We will have rejoiced in the Unity we share as beer enthusiasts!

Click for tickets.  The best $25.00 you spend thus far in 2012.
http://strangebrewfestpt.com/tickets.htm

2012 List of Breweries!
Big Time Brewery – Black Raven Brewing – Elkhead Brewing Co. – Fish Brewing Co. – Georgetown Brewing Co. – Ninkasi Brewing Co. – Pike Brewing Co. – Port Townsend Brewing Co. – Slippery Big Brewery – Valholl Brewing – Wingman Brewers, Inc. – Alpenfire Cidery – Finnriver Farm & Cidery – Hale’s Brewery – Crispin Cider – Elysian Brewing Co.

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