(Madison, WI) – Today a bipartisan group of legislators led by Senators Glenn Grothman (R-West Bend) and Pam Galloway (R-Wausau) asked Governor Walker to veto a controversial provision in the state budget that restricts craft brewers’ ability to wholesale other brewers’ beer, own taverns, and creates uncertainty among contract brewers.
“Wisconsin is known for its breweries, and allowing small craft brewers to own their own taverns will highlight their product,” Grothman said. “This is the type of provision that should have been dealt with in a separate bill. It was complicated and the thriving craft brew industry did not participate in drafting this provision.”
“This sends the wrong message to nascent businesses like Big Bull Falls Brewery of Wausau in that it restricts possible avenues of growth. It was particularly disturbing in that it came out of the blue with no time for craft brewers to respond,” said Galloway.
Senator Robert Jauch (D-Poplar) stated: “As a member of the Joint Finance committee, I can assure the Governor we were not given adequate information before we were forced to vote on this provision.”
Representative Evan Wynn (R-Whitewater) said: “Small businesses are the leaders of Wisconsin’s economic recovery, and micro-breweries are no different. They employ many Wisconsinites directly, and many more through their purchase of quality Wisconsin ingredients. Wisconsin should be moving in a business-friendly direction and not legislating more needless government regulation.”
“I am concerned that at this time of economic uncertainty we are sending the wrong message to these small growing businesses,” Representative Brett Hulsey (D-Madison) added.
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(Los Angeles, CA) – The ever-growing craft beer scene in Los Angeles is about to get bigger. Come September, L.A. will get a new craft beer brand of its own: Golden Road Brewing in North Atwater Village, CA. The start-up artisanal brewery will aim to begin production of more than a thousand barrels in its first year and grow in the coming years.
At the helm will be CEO and Co-Founder, Tony Yanow (Tony’s Darts Away), who has tapped some of the most talented and well-regarded professionals in the craft brewing industry to bring Golden Road Brewing to full fruition: the dynamic Meg Gill (formerly of Oskar Blues Brewery and Speakeasy Ales and Lagers) is the other co-founder and will serve as President. She will be one of the youngest female brewery owners in the world. Jon Carpenter (formerly of Dogfish Head Brewery) will bring a true mix of art and science to his role as Brewmaster.
“We are all craft beer fanatics and we are all passionate about building a business that produces world class beer here in L.A.,” said Yanow. “Having Meg and Jon as the two cornerstones here, I have great confidence that we can achieve our goals. We’ve got the makings of one hell of a team.”
San Diego native, Jon Carpenter, is excited about moving back to Southern California: “I can’t wait to get back out west and brew some beer. I am sad to leave Dogfish Head but the opportunity to work here and build Golden Road from the ground up was too good to pass on.”
Golden Road will concentrate primarily on brewing hoppy California-style ales and will branch into other styles as well. The team is holding exact product descriptions close to their vests until they perfect their recipes on production scale batches. One things they are not being quiet about is their decision to can beer rather than using the craft standard of bottles. “We’ve already purchased our first canning line,” said Gill. “And we feel great knowing we’ll be putting our products in the right package, so we can deliver flavor, and economy to our drinkers without sacrificing our commitment to quality or the environment.”
“L.A. is one of the fastest growing craft beer communities in the country. We have a few great breweries around L.A. and many up north and down south. We see the beers that are demanded by drinkers but a lot of them just aren’t easily available or accessible to the general public,” said Yanow. “With Golden Road Brewing, we really want to help bridge that gap by providing local, reliably top quality craft beers that people can easily find and will really enjoy.”
Golden Road Brewing will be laid out in a three-building campus at the northernmost tip of Atwater Village. the distinctive primary colored buildings will are easy to spot, just off Interstate 5 and Highway 134. The blue building will be production, the red building will be barrel room and storage and the yellow building will be for offices, on-site sales, and eventually a pub and beer garden. Tours of the brewery will be available to the general public.
Golden Road Brewing is located at 5410 W. San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90039. The website will be located at http://www.goldenroad.la (parked domain at the moment).
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(Miami, FL) – Bacardi U.S.A. today announced the introduction of the newly-crafted HATUEY® – the legendary beer originally brewed in Cuba in 1927 – that will be available beginning this summer at bars and restaurants throughout South Florida.
The roots of HATUEY date back more than 80 years when it was first brewed by Cerverceria HATUEY in the city of Santiago de Cuba. Recognizing the opportunity to offer a premium beer to the Cuban market, the Bacardi family contracted a well-known German brewer to open Cercerceria HATUEY to produce and market a great tasting, premium beer. In the 1930s another family member, Joaquín Bacardí, traveled to Copenhagen to learn the art and science of brewing. He became HATUEY beer’s first Brew Master. He is credited, in large part, with HATUEY beer’s tremendous success. By the late 50s HATUEY had gained enormous popularity and became the number one premium beer in Cuba.
“We’re excited to bring back to this community a premium beer with so much history and tradition,” said Anler Morejón, project manager, Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. “Our new HATUEY micro-brewed ale follows the traditional craft beer brewing technique and is now brewed in smaller batches, in a family-owned, independent brewery, making for a perfect tasting beer with a great legacy,” Morejón added.
The new HATUEY Cuban Style Ale is made with malted barley, hops, yeast and water following traditional small-batch brewing techniques with fewer than 800 cases produced per batch. It is double filtered for optimal quality and has a golden, straw color and an airy mouth feel that finishes with a cool and crisp effect. The sweet malt combined with just enough hops adds character to the refreshing, light-bodied beer best served in a classic pilsner flute or a handled glass stein.
HATUEY beer, named after the Indian Chief Hatuey who led the Taino tribe resistance in the 16th century, captured Cuba’s essence and became the country’s most popular beer, selling 12 million cases in 1959. The enormous success of HATUEY can be credited to a fantastic beer combined with innovative marketing techniques for the era. When first introduced in 1927, with modern refrigerators not yet available, every case came with free block if ice to ensure consumers could enjoy a great tasting ice cold beer.
“There is tremendous legacy associated with HATUEY and Bacardi is proud to introduce a premium beer that is authentic to the brand’s history,” said Patricia Suau, company archivist.
HATUEY is proud to join with Eagle Brands Sales as exclusive distributor of HAUTEY in South Florida.
About HATUEY
Originally brewed in the Cervecería HATUEY in Santiago de Cuba in 1927, HATUEY was Cuba’s first premium beer. Joaquin Bacardi, a Harvard graduate with a degree in Chemical Engineering, was sent to Copenhagen in the early 1930s to learn the art and science of brewing, and became HATUEY beer’s first Brew Master. Named after the Indian Chief, Hatuey, – the leader of the Taino tribe of Indians who lived in the early 16th century, from the island of Hispaniola- HATUEY originally sold 12 Million Cases. Expanding to meet the ever increasing demand for HATUEY, the Cervecerria Modelo in Havana opened in 1947 and had such success that the expansion continued with a state-of-the-art brewery, Cervecería Central, that went on line in 1953. By the late 1950’s, HATUEY was the number one premium beer in Cuba and dominated the Cuban beer market. Today, the craft, Cuban-style premium ale is brewed in small batches at a family-owned brewery in the United States following the traditional craft beer brewing technique, inspired by the authentic Cuban taste.
About Bacardi U.S.A., Inc.
Bacardi U.S.A. Inc., is the United States import and distribution arm of one of the world’s leading spirits and wine producers. The company boasts a portfolio of some of the most recognized and top-selling spirits brands in the United States including BACARDÍ® rum, the world’s favorite and best-selling premium rum, as well as the world’s most awarded rum; GREY GOOSE® vodka, the world-leader in super-premium vodka; DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch Whisky, the number-one selling blended Scotch whisky in the United States; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, the top-valued and fastest-growing premium gin in the world; CAZADORES® 100 percent blue agave tequila, the number-one premium tequila in Mexico and a top-selling premium tequila in the United States; MARTINI® vermouth, the world-leader in vermouth; and other leading and emerging brands. For additional information, visit www.bacardiusa.com.
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(Downingtown, PA) – On October 15, beer enthusiasts will have a new reason to celebrate. Otto, a new Belgian-style, bottle conditioned dubbel ale from Victory Brewing Company, will be available in 750 ml corked bottles.
Bill Covaleski and Ron Barchet, Victory co-founders, developed the recipe for the new smoked malt dubbel based on their experience with the style during a trip they took to Bamberg, Germany in 1987. In order to create a deliciously palatable smoked beer, Bill and Ron decided to combine the sometimes-overpowering qualities of the smoky rauch style with Belgian caramel malt, which yields a perfectly harmonized final flavor.
“The complimentary flavors of smoked malt and Belgian yeast seemed like an obvious combination,” said Bill. “As far as we know, no one has bothered to put them together until now.”
Otto is made up of smoked, Munich and Belgian caramel mat, German hops and Trappist yeast. Alcohol by volume is 8.1%.
Victory Brewing Company is a privately held microbrewery located in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Started by Bill Covaleski and Ron Barchet, childhood friends who met on a school bus in 1973, the brewery formally began operations in February of 1996. Now, Victory beers can be found in 29 states. Victory’s full-flavored, innovative beers meld European ingredients and technology with American creativity. To learn more about Victory Brewing Company visit us on the web at www.victorybeer.com.
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(Gorham, ME) – Sebago Brewing Company is pleased to announce the release of their Single Batch Beer, Bass Ackwards Berryblue Ale on June 17th, 2011.
Bass Ackwards Berryblue Ale (4% ABV) is an unfiltered, all-natural mild pale ale made with Maine blueberries. A refreshing, well balanced beer that is crisp, fruity and finishes clean and dry. The name Bass Ackwards Berryblue Ale is for its unconventional use of only real Maine blueberry juice in the fermenter without the use of added flavorings. This results in a more subtle blueberry fruit aroma and taste. Bass Ackwards Berryblue is best paired with light fare such as salads, roasted vegetables and light seafood dishes.
Bass Ackwards Berryblue is a limited release, available while supplies last on draft and in 22oz bombers to go at all Sebago locations and select bars and beer retailers throughout Maine.
About Sebago Brewing Company
Since its creation in 1998, Sebago Brewing Company has been brewing unique, high quality craft beers. Originally a single brewpub, Sebago has grown to include four brewpubs and to package beer distributed throughout New England. Sebago Brewing Company continues to tempt and arouse the palates of New England’s beer lovers. Sebago Brewing Company uses all American malt, hops and crisp water from Sebago Lake. For more information on Sebago Brewing Company’s events and beer go to www.sebagobrewing.com or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
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(Boulder, CO) – The Brewers Association (BA) shared the news today that the Senate Small Brewers Caucus has been established. The formation of the Caucus was led by Senators Max Baucus (D-Mont.) and Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), who support the role of America’s small and independent brewers as an engine of economic growth in the country.
In a Dear Colleague letter, Senators Baucus and Crapo noted, “In recent years, the more than 1,700 craft brewers all across America have met growing consumer demand for their products by brewing flavorful and innovative beers which they encourage Americans to enjoy in a responsible manner. These small and independent brewers…generate more than $3 billion in wages and benefits, and pay more than $2.3 billion in business, personal and consumption taxes.”
Mirroring the House Small Brewers Caucus, formed in 2007, the Senate Small Brewers Caucus provides a forum for members of the Senate and their staffs to discuss the issues important to small brewers while exploring what lawmakers can do to strengthen the growth and role of these small businesses in local economies across the country.
The caucus will also provide opportunities for Senators and staff to learn about the science and art of brewing beer, and the unique cultural and economic contributions made by small brewers to their communities.
Currently, the 1,700+ small American breweries account for about five percent of all the beer enjoyed in the United States and 50 percent of brewery jobs—-totaling some 100,000 good-paying part- and full-time positions across the country.
“Montana’s small brewers don’t just make great beer out of the best Montana grains—-they also support good-paying Montana jobs,” said Senator Baucus. “I’m so proud to create the bipartisan Senate Small Brewers Caucus—-because as the state with the second highest number of craft brewers per capita in the country, Montana small brewers need a voice in Congress who’ll keep looking out for them.” Montana boasts a strong brewing community, which generates and pays taxes on approximately $20 million of revenue, according to the Montana Brewers Association.
“As a major producer of barley, wheat and hops, Idaho has a growing role in the craft brewing business,” Senator Crapo said. “While advocating for the excise tax relief bill, I’ve had the opportunity to meet with many of Idaho’s small craft brewers and heard firsthand from local entrepreneurs about the opportunities for economic growth and job creation that the industry can provide. This caucus will provide Senators with a better understanding of all aspects of small brewing and the positive impact it has on their communities.” Senator Crapo, along with Senator John Kerry (D-Mass.), introduced this session’s Senate bill S. 534, which would recalibrate excise taxes on America’s small brewers. Joining Senators Kerry and Crapo were 17 of their Senate colleagues who signed on as original co-sponsors.
“Small craft brewers are growing, creating jobs and contributing in small and big ways to the recovery of the American economy,” said Charlie Papazian, president, Brewers Association. “The bipartisan establishment of the Senate Small Brewers Caucus reflects the collaborative, grassroots community spirit in which the nation’s small brewers contribute to their local communities.”
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(FORT COLLINS, CO) – When New Belgium Brewing co-founder Kim Jordan first realized she would need to leave social work to focus on the business of running a brewery, it took a tremendous leap of faith. Yet Jordan quickly discovered that many of her skills translated perfectly to building a new kind of corporate culture in the burgeoning world of craft beer. This year, Jordan and 385 co-workers are celebrating 20 years of business that has experienced phenomenal growth and helped shape the craft brewing landscape.
New Belgium’s 20th anniversary is June 28, 2011, marking a time of reflection and an exciting look to the future. New Belgium has evolved from a basement brewing operation into the third-largest craft brewer in the U.S. with sales in 26 states.
New Belgium’s growth trends reflect the overall rise of craft beer as a category. In 2010, New Belgium sold more than 661,000 barrels which is 30,000 barrels more than all craft brewers sold in 1990, the year before New Belgium opened shop.
“It’s been a tremendous ride,” said Jordan. “We started out just trying to produce sixty cases a week to survive, and it has far exceeded our wildest dreams.”
Over the years, many organizations have recognized New Belgium for its high involvement culture, environmental and bicycle advocacy and breaking new ground in wood and sour beer styles in the US. Recently, the brewery was named one of the most democratic workplaces in the country (World Blu) and one of the Best Places to Work in America (Winning Workplaces/Outside Magazine). New Belgium also enjoys a 97 percent employee retention rate.
The employee-owned company, a member of 1% for the Planet, is working on healthy watersheds through its Save The Colorado campaign and has raised more than $1.5 million for bike advocacy non-profits through its Tour de Fat and Clips of Faith programs. The League of American Bicyclists has designated New Belgium Brewing a Platinum Bicycle Friendly Business over the last four years and co-workers receive a custom New Belgium cruiser on their one-year anniversary.
With deep market penetration in 26 existing states, the brewery has plans to open up three new territories in 2011: Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC. New Belgium is also expanding its wood beer facility and canning capacity in Fort Collins.
Help New Belgium celebrate its 20th anniversary online where you can share your Joy Ride, find local events and more:
www.newbelgium.com and www.facebook.com/newbelgium.
About New Belgium Brewing Company
New Belgium Brewing Company, makers of Fat Tire Amber Ale and a host of Belgian-inspired beers, began operations in a tiny Fort Collins basement in 1991. Today, the third largest craft brewer in the U.S., New Belgium produces eight year-round beers; Fat Tire Amber Ale, Ranger IPA, Sunshine Wheat, Blue Paddle Pilsner, 1554 Black Ale, Abbey, Mothership Wit and Trippel, as well as a host of seasonal releases. In addition to producing world-class beers, New Belgium takes pride in being a responsible corporate role model with progressive programs such as employee ownership, open book management and a commitment to environmental stewardship. For more information, visit www.newbelgium.com.
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(Bend, OR) – This brewery-prepared interview with Deschutes Brewery‘s Brewmaster, Larry Sidor, made the rounds last week. I just finally got a copy…
Sidor will leave the brewery at the end of the year to start 856 Brewing Company. Brewbound reports, “Sidor just purchased a four-vessel, 10-Hectoliter brewhouse with 16 bright beer tanks. He says he plans to start small, producing just 1000 barrels during the first year.” It will be a bottle and keg operation, at least at the start.
Here’s the Q&A on his time at Deschutes…
Q and A with Larry Sidor from Deschutes Brewery
As you may have heard, Larry Sidor will be leaving Deschutes in a few months to pursue a long-time dream of owning his own business. Here’s a question and answer session we recently had with Larry to give a little insight into his brewmaster mind.
Q. How many years have you spent in the brewing industry?
A. 37 years.
Q. What roles have you held? What role did you enjoy the most?
A. The greatest amount of my time has been in brewing operations with significant contributions to process and product innovation. My personality is such that everything can be better. My belief is that all products can be improved to meet customer expectations.
Q. What’s your favorite part about brewing beer? What has been the greatest challenge for you?
A. Wow, this is a hard question to answer. It would be easier to answer what I don’t like about brewing. And that answer would be nothing. The greatest challenge for me has been understanding what customers wants. This has always been a moving target and currently the target is changing at an incredible rate. The rewarding part for me is that customer expectations are lining up with my personal beer preferences. A saying in the craft beer industry is that “if you brew beer for yourself, the customers will follow.”
Q. You’ve also spent some time making wine – in your opinion how different is it from making beer?
A. I have spent time both growing wine grapes and making wine. I found that great wine is more about what is done in the vineyard than in the winery, hence the term used in the wine industry of “winegrowing”. I grew up in a very agrarian home and agriculture is very dear to my heart. But brewing is my passion. With brewing, the brewer has a worldwide supply of raw ingredients that can be brought together in limitless combinations. As I’ve said in the past, I believe craft brewers have only begun to scratch the surface of taste profiles that will be achieved in the future.
Q. From your perspective, what have you seen happen in the craft brewing space over the last several years? What changes have been significant?
A. There are really too many to mention, but I will attempt a few.
First and foremost is the customers. They are the engine that drives what I do. They are rejecting commoditized bland beers that are sold by slick advertising “lifestyle” campaigns in favor of more flavorful beers which enhance their life experiences.
Second is also the customers. One of my favorite beers developed at Deschutes is The Dissident, a sour beer. This is a beer which we began developing in 2004. At that time, it was a direction I really wanted to go, but it was met with skepticism. Now, The Dissident is one of the beers I field the most questions about. The shift in customer awareness and acceptance has been simply mindboggling.
Third would be the suppliers. From malt, to hops, to equipment, the improvements have been pivotal in allowing the craft brewers to make higher quality and innovative beers. I get goose bumps when I see Cascade hops being grown again in the Willamette Valley. The exciting new hop varieties which are being released have rocked the craft world. Deschutes was pivotal in the release of the Citra hop and are currently supporting two other new varieties; Bravo and Delta. The new and innovative specialty malts that are being roasted by our maltsters are allowing us to explore new and exciting flavors.
Q. You’ve been with Deschutes for 8 years. Tell us about your tenure at the company and what you see as your biggest accomplishment while there?
A. Without hesitation, development of the Brewing Team. I believe Deschutes Brewery has the best and the brightest brewers in the world, bar none.
Q. You have recently decided to start your own company. What was the driving factor behind this decision? Is it a natural next step in your brewing career?
A. I have always wanted to have my own business. I accidently got into the brewing business when I was trying to raise money to start a winery. One fateful night I stopped by the Olympia Brewing Company in Tumwater Washington to see a friend. I had no intention of working there because I wanted to make money fast so I could get on with my dream of a winery. But a late night tour of the Olympia brewery and I was hooked for a lifetime. Olympia was my first dream job. Over the years, plans to start my own brewery came and went and other things in life got more attention. I fell in love with sailboat racing and a gal from Seattle, ended up getting married, building a house and soon a son and a daughter. Later we moved to Yakima where we bought a vineyard and I worked for a hop company. We really enjoyed owning our own business but it confirmed that brewing is my passion, not winegrowing. We sold the vineyard and took another dream job with Deschutes Brewery.
Q. What kind of business venture (or craft brewing venture) are you exploring?
A. I can’t wait to share the details with you — the Central Oregon community — and the Brewing Community — but I’m not ready to talk about it just yet. As soon as I have more information, I’ll make sure you get the details. If all goes as planned, it’s going to be a very exciting project. For the next six months, my heart and head will be focused on my work at the Deschutes Brewery. I’m invested in the ongoing success of Deschutes Brewery, both personally and professionally, and I want to keep my energies here until I’m ready to move forward with my personal venture.
Q. What will you miss the most about being at Deschutes?
A. The loyal Deschutes customers, fellow employees, and the vast resources Deschutes has.
Q. What type of brewer do you see filling your shoes at Deschutes?
A. An experienced innovative brewer who will support and grow the current brewing team.
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(Mt. Pleasant, SC) – Total Beverage Solution (TBS), a beverage importer and supplier of fine wine, beer and premium spirits, reached an exclusive representation agreement with Southampton Ales and Lagers, named after the legendary Southampton Publick House located on the East End of New York’s Long Island. The Publick House has a rich history and a passion for brewing great beer since 1996.
Phil Markowski has been with Southampton since the inception of the brewery and serves as resident brewmaster. Markowski has been awarded and recognized with over 25 competitive medals and is one of the most honored and sought-after brewers in the craft beer industry. His small batch brews range from classic farmhouse styles to traditional beer styles made to be enjoyed year-round.
Current brand labels include Double White and IPA. Southampton also crafts a variety of seasonal beers such as Keller Pils, Biere De Mars, Imperial Porter and Pumpkin Ale and a 750 ml series that encompasses Saison Deluxe, Grand Cru, Cuvee des Fleurs and Abbot 12. TBS will initially represent and market the entire portfolio in roughly ten states with proximity to New York City through the balance of the year. TBS plans to begin expanding markets in 2012.
Southampton is one of the most award-winning breweries in America and has been ranked in the top 20 for GABF medals won by a brewery in the last 10 years. The Publick House was awarded Top Brewpub in 2003 by Beer Advocate magazine, ranked #8 Specialty Brewery in the World and had 3 Top 50 Specialty Brews in America by RateBeer.com in 2004. Southampton Publick House is located at 40 Bowden Sq, Southampton, NY 11968. For more information, visit www.southamptonpublickhouse.com.
ABOUT TOTAL BEVERAGE SOLUTION (TBS)
With an impressive portfolio of wine, beer and premium spirits, Total Beverage Solution supplies the US market with some of the world’s top brands. Founded in 2002, the company seeks to represent and own brands that have market presence but still have potential for growth. The company’s first sizeable supply contract was Greene King brewers, the producers of Old Speckled Hen and Abbot Ale. Today the portfolio includes such brands as Germany’s Weihenstephan Beer, the world’s oldest brewery; Birra Moretti, the beer in Italy; Affligem, a historic Belgian Abbey beer; Tohu Wines from the Marlborough region of New Zealand, the only Maori-owned wine company; Colombo, a D.O.C Fine marsala Wine, and Edradour Distillery, Scotland’s smallest distillery. Passionate about quality and craftsmanship, the company strives to work with producers who make the finest products and to create value and demand for each brand based on its unique qualities. With this philosophy, Total Beverage Solution has quickly earned a reputation for its market expertise and proven sales results. The company earned a prestigious spot on Beverage Industry’s June 2010 list of “Top 100 Beverage Companies of 2009.” Additionally, in the midst of another challenging year for the beverage industry, TBS surpassed $30 million in revenue in 2010. Total Beverage Solution is headquartered at 1671 Belle Isle Ave. Suite 125, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464.
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(Hood River, OR) – Sunny days, warm winds and refreshing beers to enjoy with friends, summer has finally arrived! To welcome the season and Oregon Craft Beer Month, Full Sail will release a new beer in their Brewer’s Share line up: Jimvar Bohemian Pilsner brewed by Brewmaster Jim Kelter. Brewed with 2-row pale malt, and Czech Saaz hops, this well rounded lager, with its clean palate and spicy hop character, is the perfect brew for summertime. Jimvar is crisp, refreshing, and invites pure contentment with every sip. (ABV 5.6% IBU 34)
“Given the opportunity to contribute to Full Sail’s line of Brewer’s Share beers this summer (and my family’s Bohemian roots) my decision to brew a Bohemian Pilsner was a natural choice. Bohemians, have a long, proud brewing heritage dating back to the 13th century; ample time to perfect their craft. This is evident in their signature beer style, Pilsner, first rolled out in the mid 1800s and widely emulated since then. I’ve joined the fray with Jimvar. Included in your summertime pursuits, may this beer provide as much enjoyment to you as I had brewing it,” said Kelter.
Full Sail has scheduled two “Meet the Brewmaster and the Beer” events to showcase this new beer. The first Meet Brewmaster and the Beer event will be at Full Sail at Riverplace in Portland, Tuesday, June 21 from 5:00 – 6:30PM. The second is at the Full Sail Tasting Room and Pub in Hood River, on Wednesday, June 22nd from 5:00 to 6:30PM. Join the Full Sail crew to celebrate and toast a pint of this new brew.
With each Brewer’s Share series beer, Full Sail picks a local charity to receive a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the beer. Jim has chosen to support the FISH Food Bank, and every keg of Jimvar benefits this volunteer organization. Their mission is to help alleviate hunger by distributing food regularly and on an emergency basis, regardless of gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation and in a friendly, instant, sympathetic, helpful, nonjudgmental and confidential manner.
The Brewer’s Share series is a line-up of small batch draft beers where each Full Sailor takes a turn hand-crafting their own single batch recipe and a portion of the proceeds benefit a local charity 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. Jimvar will also be featured at the Oregon Craft Beer Month Kick Off Dinner and Beer Tasting on July 1 at Jeld-Wen Field in Portland, Oregon and at the Oregon Brewer’s Festival at Tom McCall Waterfront Park July 27 – 30th. The next Brewer’s Share will be brewed by Brewer Dan Peterson and is expected in late Mid September.
In recognition of the positive impact that Oregon craft brewers have made to our communities, the entire month of July has been designated by the Governor as Oregon Craft Beer Month. “It is an honor to brew a beer for Oregon Craft Beer Month with one of my own recipes,” added Kelter.
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 24 years. Committed to brewing great beer and sustainable practices their award winning brews are now available in 27 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
About Oregon Craft Beer Month:
The breweries of Oregon and the products they produce are known around the world for quality and innovation. More importantly, beer culture is an ingrained piece of the social fabric of our great state. Beer means more here, welcome to Beervana.
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