Rogues Collide – Colin Cowherd debuts Blunt N’ Bitter beer

Newport, Oregon – In a collision of Rogues, Colin Cowherd and Rogue Ales have announced the worldwide debut of Blunt N’ Bitter – the official beverage of Colin Cowherd and The Herd. Blunt N’ Bitter is dedicated to those that dare to speak their mind and is a classic English Special Bitter.

Blunt N’ Bitter will be introduced on August 28th in Portland, Oregon as part of Colin’s appearance on the Isaac and Big Suke radio show. Colin worked in both TV and Radio in Portland in the 1990s and said, “Portland has given me so much opportunity through the years, I’m thrilled to debut this product that I love in a city that I love.”

“All of us here at Rogue are thrilled to be working with a fellow Rogue and Revolutionary in Colin Cowherd. We both come from small coastal towns in the Pacific Northwest and, most importantly, share a kindred spirit as we both continue to Dare, Risk, and Dream and fight the status quo,” said Rogue President Brett Joyce.

Blunt N’ Bitter will be available at Rogue meeting halls and select retailers. For more information, please visit rogue.com.

About Rogue Ales & Spirits
Rogue Ales & Spirits is an agri-fermenter founded in Oregon in 1988 as one of America’s first microbreweries. Rogue has won more than 1,700 awards for taste, quality and packaging and is available in all 50 states as well as 50 countries. Since 2008, Rogue has remained committed to saving the terroir of Oregon hops, barley, rye, wheat, honey, jalapeños, and pumpkins one acre at a time by growing its own.

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9th Annual Compete for a Cause Cribbage Tournament, Benefits the WDRC

August 11, 2015 –  Whatcom Co – The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center and Boundary Bay Brewery invite community members of all ages to  register for the 9th Annual Compete for a Cause Cribbage Tournament, Saturday, September 12th, 10am-4pm, in the new Boundary Bay Brewing   Facility.

Advanced Registration is $25, $30 at the door (students and seniors $20 in adv. for, $25 at the door). Online, as well as paper registration is at http://ift.tt/1EkYRuo. Register in person at Boundary Bay Brewery. Advanced registration is encouraged for this popular, annual, family- friendly event.

The one of a kind Whatcom County fundraising event also includes: a food truck, music, and a raffle for a full day of fun. The name of each year’s winner is displayed on a “perpetual plaque” at both Boundary Bay Brewery and the WDRC. Participants will battle through a round robin and single elimination tournament, guaranteeing everyone at least two games. Non-winners will be invited to play at a second chance table. All ages and experience levels are welcome to participate.

“Cribbage is one of those games that young and old, stranger and friend can play together in good spirited fun. It’s an all-inclusive way to put a positive spin on conflict—through friendly competition,” said Moonwater, WDRC  Executive Director and cribbage aficionado.

All proceeds benefit the Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center (WDRC) in their mission to provide and promote constructive and collaborative approaches to conflict through mediation, training, facilitation and community education. Offering conflict  prevention and intervention services for businesses, organizations, individuals, and families, WDRC seeks to help community members to better manage conflict as it arises, and to learn ways to minimize the possibility of it occurring.

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Ryan Krill of Cape May Brewing Company Named Winner In New Jersey’s Forty Under 40

Ryan Krill, President and Co-founder of Cape May Brewing Company, has been named a winner in the 2015 NJBIZ Forty Under 40 awards program. The award program, produced by NJBIZ, New Jersey’s premier business news publication, is sponsored by Stark & Stark, Mass Mutual and Brother International Corporation.

The Forty Under 40 awards program honors men and women under the age of 40 who have been making headlines in their field and who share a commitment to business growth, professional excellence and the community. To qualify, a nominee had to meet selection criteria that included working in New Jersey, possessing significant authority for decision making within a company or organization and being the age of 39 years old or younger on September 28, 2015.

The winners were chosen by an independent panel of judges including: Orsola Anderson, MIDJersey Chamber of Commerce; Sandra Miniutti, Charity Navigator; Nikki Ouellette, Choose New Jersey; and Chris Wallace, Prudential Center, New Jersey Devils & Philadelphia 76ers.

NJBIZ and the program sponsors will honor this year’s winners during an awards reception and ceremony on Monday, September 28, 2015 at The Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset, NJ. The honorees will also be highlighted in a special supplement to NJBIZ on October 5, 2015.

For more information about the 2015 Forty Under 40 awards program, please visit www.njbiz.com/events or contact Erika Plateroti at erikap@njbiz.com or (732) 246-5713.

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Ninkasi Brewing Company Announces New Fall Special Release and Rare & Delicious Beers

Noir Coffee Milk Stout and Imperial Pumpkin Sleigh’r, In Bottles and On Draft This September

EUGENE, Ore.—Ninkasi Brewing Company crafts up two new releases to help welcome the cooler months, capturing favorite flavors of the season. This September, craft beer drinkers will find Noir, a Coffee Milk Stout, and Imperial Pumpkin Sleigh’r, a Dark Doüble Alt Ale with pumpkin and brown sugar, in bottles and on tap.

Featuring two distinct brews of the Pacific Northwest, Ninkasi introduces Noir, a Coffee Milk Stout to its Special Release Series. “I have been brewing beers with coffee since the mid-nineties and have always loved the rich creaminess milk sugar imparts on beers and how it melds with coffee,” says Jamie Floyd, Ninkasi founding brewer and co-founder. “Last year, we collaborated on a Coffee Milk Stout with Sierra Nevada and enjoyed the beer so much, we decided to brew one of our own.”

Brewed with rich, roasted malts and blended with smooth cold brewed coffee from Portland’s Stumptown Coffee Roasters, this beer is a satisfying take on a Milk Stout. “The cold brew process allows this beer to have a delicious coffee flavor without the added acidity,” adds Floyd. Noir can be found in 22-ounce bottles, Ninkasi’s 12-ounce Variety 12-Pack, and on draft September through December.

For the pumpkin beer lovers, Ninkasi introduces Imperial Pumpkin Sleigh’r to its Rare & Delicious Series. Serving up a fall-time rendition of the brewery’s winter seasonal, this Imperial Dark Doüble Alt Ale is brewed with 300 pounds of organic pumpkin and a generous helping of dark brown sugar.

“Last year we brewed Imperial Sleigh’r and quickly realized it would be the best base for a pumpkin beer,” explains Floyd. “This beer is bigger and bolder with the addition of organic Willamette Valley-grown Pumpkin from Stahlbush Island Farms and a dose of brown sugar for caramelization to round out the flavors.” Featuring artwork by Ninkasi’s Artist in Residence, Neal Williams, Imperial Pumpkin Sleigh’r will be available in exclusive 22-ounce bottles and on draft starting in September.

Noir Stats
Noir blends two signature brews of the Pacific Northwest: coffee and beer. This coffee milk stout combines roasted malts with smooth cold brewed coffee from Stumptown Coffee Roasters. A subtle sweetness from milk sugar (lactose) makes this beer reminiscent of the most satisfying cup of joe; distinctive and delectable.

• Style: Milk Stout with Cold Brewed Coffee
• Available: Sept. – Dec. 2015
• ABV: 7.6%
• IBU: 60
• OG: 1082
• Malt: 2-Row Pale, Munich, Chocolate, Crystal, Brown, Black, Rice Hulls
  Hops: Nugget
• Packaging: 22oz. Bottles, 12oz. Variety 12-Pack, Draft
• Distribution: Alaska; Alberta; Arizona; California; Colorado; Idaho; Nevada; Oregon; Texas; Utah; Washington; Vancouver, British Columbia.

Imperial Pumpkin Sleigh’r
The wicked stepbrother of Sleigh’r hits the town this fall. A burly 300 pounds of organic pumpkin and an ample helping of dark brown sugar were added to each batch, creating a sweet aroma, smooth mouthfeel and a warm finish plus all the toasted malt complexity Sleigh’r is known for. The legend of Sleigh’r lives on!

• Style: Imperial Dark Doüble Alt Ale with Pumpkin and Brown Sugar
• Available: Sept. 2015 – Depletion
• ABV: 9.0%
• IBU: 70
• OG: 1089
• Malt: 2-Row Pale, Crystal, Munich, Carahell, Roasted Barley, Chocolate
  Hops: Nugget
• Ingredients: Organic Pumpkin Puree, Dark Brown Sugar
• Packaging: 22oz. Bottles, Draft
• Distribution: Alaska; Alberta; Arizona; California; Colorado; Idaho; Nevada; Oregon; Utah; Washington; Vancouver, British Columbia.

Learn more about Ninkasi’s full lineup of beers at http://ift.tt/1JwAqZ8.

 

About Ninkasi Brewing Company
Founded in 2006 by Jamie Floyd and Nikos Ridge, Ninkasi Brewing Company continues to grow from its first batch of Total Domination IPA, to two brewhouses, a 55-barrel and a 90-barrel brewhouse, located in Eugene, Ore.  Ninkasi’s Flagship beers—Total Domination IPA, Tricerahops Double IPA, Dawn of the Red IRA, Lux Helles Lager, Oatis Oatmeal Stout, and Vanilla Oatis Oatmeal Stout—are sold throughout Alaska; Alberta; Arizona; California; Colorado; Idaho; Nevada; Oregon; Texas; Utah; Washington; and Vancouver, British Columbia. The brewery remains privately-owned and is committed to community support and giving. Ninkasi’s Beer Is Love program offers in-kind donations and support for organizations throughout its footprint.

For more information, call 541.344.2739 or visit http://ift.tt/ump4dQ.

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CraftHaus Brewery Celebrates Their First Anniversary

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CraftHaus Brewery Celebrates Their First Anniversary

 

Las Vegas, NV –CraftHaus Brewery is set to celebrate their first year of craft beer with the bomb of a party at their Glitter Bomb Anniversary Party on September 12th. The brewery has seen amazing growth, positive reception from the community and plans to keep focused on their future of quality craft beer.

Over the last year, CraftHaus has offered 82 different beers for their community to explore right along with them. The bulk of these beers are thanks to their innovative brewers, Steph Cope and Steve Brockman implementing the Tweaked series. This series allows the brewers to explore with interesting and different takes on their core and seasonal beers.

Expansion was the driving force over the last year. CraftHaus Brewery saw six new fermenters installed while adding another 70 barrels to their 60 barrel brewery. This increases production to just over 2000 barrels annually. “We planned to expand quickly and ramp up production in the first year. It’s nice to see such a positive demand for our beers.” Dave Forrest, Co-owner, CraftHaus Brewery. Expansion into the packaged market was a big milestone in year one. CraftHaus offers their two core beers, Evocation, saison and Resinate, IPA in 16 ounce four packs.

Collaboration with their community lies at the core of CraftHaus’ values. “Seeing the overwhelming positive response from our community is the reason why we wanted to build this brewery. We are proud to help build Las Vegas’ craft community.” Wyndee Forrest, Co-Owner, CraftHaus Brewery. The Las Vegas Weekly also named the brewery Best New Brewery in 2015. Collaborations included, Chef Rick Moonen of Rx Boiler Room, Motley Brews, premier craft beer festival producers and Rebel Republic, local craft-focused bar and restaurant.

CraftHaus Brewery will be celebrating their first year anniversary with the Glitter Bomb Party on Saturday, September 12^th at 6pm at their brewery. They will be releasing new beers, reviving past beers, tapping firkins and launching a glitter beer to celebrate. There will be four local bands, food offerings and unveiling new artwork for the taproom. Tickets are required and include a commemorative glass and six, four-ounce drink tickets. $20 pre sale and $25 at the door.

Tickets are on sale at http://bpt.me/2128185

About CraftHaus Brewery

CraftHaus Brewery is passionate about creating quality driven beers and sharing them with their community. Owners, Wyndee and Dave Forrest spent over a year and a half lobbying and changing licensing for the city of Henderson to a more craft friendly license. Their brew team is lead by educated, professional brewers, Steve Brockman and Steph Cope. The brewery features a taproom that is open to the public Wednesday through Sunday. http://ift.tt/1GbtRYd

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Spencer Brewery Trappist Ale - via AHA

To brew this Spencer Brewery Trappist Ale, mash in temperature at 122°F (50°C), heat up to 145°F (63°C) and hold for 45 minutes. Heat to 162°F (72°C) and hold for 15 minutes then check with iodine.

Heat to 172°F (78°C) afterward and transfer to lauter tun. Bring to a boil and follow hop schedule.

Chill beer to 66°F (19°C) and pitch yeast and ferment through for one week.

Chill to 41°F (5°C) and mature for one week.

Add can sugar and neutral re-fermentation yeast for bottling. Fill bottles and allow three weeks for conditioning, with re-fermentation temperature at approximately 68°F (20°C).

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Kansas City Bier Company Announces Large Expansion & Bottles

Kansas City Bier Company Announces Major Expansion

KANSAS CITY, MO – The Kansas City Bier Company, the brewer of traditional German-style ales and lagers, announced an expansion of their brewery today, just 18 months after opening in 2014. The brewery, which sells draught beer in over 375 bars and restaurants throughout the Kansas City area, will double the size of its fermentation cellar in anticipation of releasing bottled Bier in the spring of 2016.

Steve Holle, founder of the brewery, said, “Sales have been climbing steadily, and we are nearing our production capacity for draught beer. Stores are asking to add packaged beer to their retail shelves. It just seems like the right time to grow”. When complete, KC Bier Co. will increase its production capacity from the current level of 6,000 barrels per year to over 12,000 barrels annually.

The expansion, which will cost just under $1.5 million, will include a semi-automated keg line and an 18 head high-speed rotary bottle filler. The packaging operations will be located in an adjacent building that will almost the double the size of the brewery’s footprint to 16,500 square feet.

KC Bier Co. plans to bottle their three year-round beers: Dunkel, a brown Munich-style lager; Helles, a golden Munich-style lager; and Hefeweizen, a golden Bavarian-style wheat ale. Karlton Graham, KC Bier Co.’s German-trained brewer, commented, “We import all of our hops and malt from Germany and use traditional brewing methods to achieve authentic flavors. What is also unique is our decision to package naturally carbonated, unfiltered beer to avoid stripping out flavor.”

Missouri Bank is providing debt financing. According to Senior Vice-President Julie Meers, “MoBank is very excited to be working with Kansas City Bier Company on their expansion.  Their growth has been exceptional, which is no surprise.  Steve Holle is guiding the company with a steady hand.  And the beer – well the beer is just incredibly good!”

KC Bier Co. is one of the few microbreweries specializing in German-style beer, particularly cold-fermented lagers. “Our goal is to produce authentic German flavors, and because we are local, deliver our beer at the peak of freshness so citizens of Kansas City can enjoy the same level of freshness as residents in Munich.”, according to Holle.

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About the Kansas City Bier Company

Kansas City Bier Company was founded in February 2014 as a production brewery. KC Bier Co. brews Artisanal German-style bier styles using traditional German brewing methods from imported German malts and hops. Their Biers are unpasteurized and unfiltered to deliver maximum flavor and freshness. When drinking their biers, one experiences the authentic German bier flavors that you would find in Munich. KC Bier Co.’s biers can already be found over 400 bars and restaurants throughout the Kansas City metro area and Lawrence.

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