Craft Beer for a Cause: Homefront IPA

Who doesn’t like drinking craft beer for a good cause?  Thats exactly what Chris Ray had in mind when he teamed up with Operation Homefront (OH), an organization dedicated to providing emergency and financial assistance to the families of our service members and wounded warriors.

Ray, a professional baseball player and co-founder of Center of The Universe Brewing Company co-founded the Homefront IPA charity with his brother Phil in 2011 with Fremont Brewing Company. The project began as a collaborative beer developed with FBC to raise money and awareness for OH.

A classic American-style IPA brewed with orange peel and aged on Louisville Slugger maple bats, Homefront IPA is now being brewed by nine different craft brewers:

• Center of the Universe Brewing Company | Ashland, VA
• Fremont Brewing Company | Seattle, WA
• Sly Fox Brewing Company | Phoenixville, PA
• Cigar City Brewing Company | Tampa, FL
• Perennial Artisan Ales | St Louis, MO
• The Phoenix Ale Brewery | Phoenix, AZ
• 21st Amendment Brewery | San Francisco, CA
• Left Hand Brewing Company | Longmont, CO
• Stone Brewing Co. | Escondido, CA

Each brewery brews their own batch of Homefront IPA in accordance to Ray’s vision to make sure that “no matter how big or small, each brewery stays in their territory to provide the Memorial Day beer that everyone drinks.”

Homefront IPA will be released on May 23 in 22oz bottles and on draught. This will be the third release of Homefront IPA, which has two main sponsors: Hop Union and Louisville Slugger.

The entire hop bill for each batch was donated by Hop Union and will be aged on maple Louisville Slugger bats that will then be auctioned off. The proceeds from sale of the bats and all beer will be donated to OH. Last year, Hops for Heroes was able to raise $165,000, and Ray hopes to continue this great tradition for years to come.

 

Contact Info

Company: Hops For Heroes
Contact: Chris Ray
E-mail: chrisray@cotubrewing.com

 

Epic Brewing Co. Expands to San Diego

SALT LAKE CITY—Epic Brewing Co. is happy to announce its expansion into the San Diego market with a line of 25 beers. Epic Brewing has been in the Los Angeles and Orange County area for just over a year.

The San Diego launch will take place over the course of several days, from May 20-23. Epic’s National Sales Manager, Michael Malachowski, will be in attendance at the events.

“We are excited about expanding the California market,” said Malachowski. “San Diego is a great market and we are confident that the craft beer population will embrace the beers. In fact our co-founders, Dave Cole and Peter Erickson graduated from SDSU and UCSD respectively.”

The first event will take place at the Encinitas Ale House on May 20 at 4 p.m., with several different Epic brews available on draft. On May 21 at 5 p.m., Epic representatives will be at SD TapRoom with five brews on tap. On May 22 at 4 p.m., The Public House La Jolla will host a tap takeover; and on May 23 at 5 p.m., Churchill’s Pub and Grille will be serving 10 different beers on draft.

“We are thrilled to be launching our beers in San Diego,” said Epic’s Co-Founder David Cole. “I have a very special connection with San Diego and can’t wait to drink some Epic’s around the county next time I visit.”

Distribution in San Diego and the rest of southern California will be handled by Incline Beverages located in Santa Clarita, CA. Incline is a unique beverage distributor, specializing in craft beer with fully refrigerated warehouse and delivery.

Celebrating Women in Beer: Airways Brewing Company Releases Their Second Annual Seattle Beer Broads Collaboration Brew

 KENT, Wash. (May 13, 2013) – Just in time for Seattle Beer Week, Airways Brewing Company is releasing their second annual Seattle Beer Broads collaboration brew, available on draught beginning Monday, May 13. The Seattle Beer Broads is a group of over 160 local women working in the beer industry, celebrating their love of craft beer, and educating other women on the historical significance of females in the craft beer industry. Through events such as beer tastings and festivals throughout the year, the Seattle Beer Broads help to foster a vibrant, diverse craft brew community. The Seattle Beer Broads can be followed by the public on Facebook.

This year’s collaborative recipe and brew session resulted in a bitter using ESB and Crystal malts with Willamette, Cascade, East Kent Golding hops. Amber in color, the Beer Broads Spring Bitter is similar to a British Extra Special Bitter (ESB), but with a Northwest flair. Featuring an approachable 33 IBUs and 5.5 percent ABV, this bitter pairs well with meats, cheeses, or spicy foods, and of course, tastes delicious just on its own.  A portion of the proceeds will go to support education for women entering the brewing industry.

 “For the second year in a row, the Beer Broads were surveyed and said they wanted to brew a beer that fit the season,” said Alex Dittmar, owner and head brewer at Airways Brewing Company. “We came up with a Northwest take on a British classic.”

On Monday, May 13, the Beer Broads Spring Bitter will be released at Airways Brewing Company for pints and growler fills, and at three Seattle Beer Week events: Thirsty Sisters Present Women in Beer at Pike Brewing, This is Washington Dammit! at The Beveridge Place Pub in West Seattle, and Can You Handle My Randall? at The Pine Box in Capitol Hill where it will be poured through lemongrass and orange peel.

For more information about Airways Brewing and its selection of handcrafted brews, be sure to follow Airways Brewing Company on Facebook and Twitter, or visit www.airwaysbrewing.com.

Saint Arnold Festival – benefit charities serving Fort Carson soldiers & families

Feast of Saint Arnold  – “Patron Saint of Beer” – presented by Chapel of Our Savior Episcopal Church

A Taste of Colorado’s Fine Craft beer, Wine, Spirits & Family Fun Zone

Colorado Springs, COLO. – May 8, 2013 – Chapel of Our Saviour Episcopal Church announces the hosting of Feast of Saint Arnold, A Taste of Colorado’s Fine Craft beer, Wine, Spirits & Family Fun Zone. Tickets are now on sale. The event will take place on June 15^th, 2013 on their historic grounds 4^th & Polo Drive (near the Broodmoor Broadmoor  Hotel) from 12noon until 4:30pm for general public, 11am – 4:30pm for VIP and Volksmarch walkers.   Military discount tickets are available.

“Chapel of Our Saviour Episcopal Church is very excited about hosting a festival celebrating Colorado’s lifestyle and culture”, said Brian Bennett event coordinator for the event,  “the net proceeds from this will benefit charities serving Fort Carson soldiers and families”.

A Volksmarch walk will kick off the event at 9am.  All walkers earn a one-hour early entrance into the festival. Families and all abilities are encouraged to attend the 5K or 10K walks.  Registration is available on day of event the cost is $3 per walker.

Admission includes tastings from Colorado breweries, wines & distilleries along with seminars, live music, and tours of the historical Estate. In addition, there will be a free family fun zone with face painting, balloon art, Zoomobile and an interactive “how to” demonstration area. Local artisan food vendors will sell a feast-like selection. Bike valet parking is available and hosted by UpaDowna, any donations for bike valet services will be donated to UpaDowna.

VIP tickets  include parking within the walls of the Estate, private food tasting, reserve tastings,  an exclusive patio seating area, indoor bathroom facilities, and one-hour early entrance into the event.

For Media Passes please contact Stephanie Leclerc at 719-331-7057.

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If you’d like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Brian Bennett, please call Stephanie Leclerc at 719/331-7057 or e-mail elevationeventsinfo@gmail.com.

 

Contact Info

Company: Woof Media
Contact: Brian Bennett
E-mail: brian@woofmediallc.com

 

Brewvana’s 1st Annual Putt Putt Drink 9-Hole Mini Golf Tourney

PORTLAND, Ore. – Brewvana is combining the fun of mini golf with delicious beer in their 1^st Annual Putt Putt Drink 9-Hole Mini Golf Tourney. The event will be held at nine locations throughout Portland on Saturday, May 18^th 12:00 – 6:00 p.m, with the afterparty to follow at Blitz Ladd.

36 teams of four will play the course beginning with a shotgun start at noon. The nine locations – Laurelwood Public House & Brewery, Lompoc 5^th Quadrant, Base Camp Brewing, EastBurn, Coalition Brewing, The BeerMongers, Bazi Bierbrasserie, Amnesia Brewing and Blitz Ladd – will each be constructing their own hole and will have beer on hand for thirsty players. Transportation between various locations will be provided to participants by Brewvana and their transportation partner PDX Pedicab.

A Grand Prize will awarded to the team with the lowest overall score and members of the team will receive a private, four-stop Brewvana tour on Sunday, June 9^th, with each member having the opportunity to choose one location and to bring a guest. Players are also encouraged to get decked out in their snazziest golf attire for a chance at winning Best Costume. Both prizes, along with a Best Hole Award for the brewery with the most creative hole, will be announced at the after party at Blitz Ladd immediately following the conclusion of the event.

Tickets are $55/person and include swag bag with tasting mug, T-shirt, nine 6-oz beer tokens (redeemable at any of the hole locations), transportation between various holes, invitation to the after party and awards ceremony at Blitz Ladd, scorecard, map and pretzel necklace. Space is limited and tickets must be purchased in advance. To purchase tickets, please call Brewvana at 503-729-6804 or visit www.experiencebrewvana.com/tours.

About Brewvana

Committed to embracing the history and culture of the craft brewing industry in Oregon, Brewvana is the Ultimate Craft Beer Tour Experience. Transportation is provided on 14-passenger buses equipped with cup holders, a beer-inspired mural and the Beeriodic Table for reference. Weekly tours are offered Thursday thru Sunday. In addition, Brewvana offers Seasonal Tours, Meet the Brewer Tours and private, Build Your Own Tours. For additional information on Brewvana Brewery Tours, please visit us at: http://www.experiencebrewvana.com/.

Media Contact:
Brewvana Brewery Tours
Kris McDowell
kris@experiencebrewvana.com

 

Contact Info

 
Company: Brewvana
Contact: Kris
E-mail: kris@experiencebrewvana.com

 

2013 Washington Brewers Festival

2013 WASHINGTON BREWERS FESTIVAL
 
Friday, June 14 through Sunday, June 16    

King County’s Marymoor Park, Redmond
 
72 Participating Washington Breweries Announced

The 8th Annual Washington Brewers Festival is less than two months away and below is the list of  72 Washington craft breweries that will be on hand at King County’s Marymoor Park in Redmond, the weekend of June 14-16. Washington breweries will occupy all 72 of the available pouring stations this year, making this the largest Washington-only craft beer festival ever! The Festival kicks off on Friday, June 14, from 4pm to 9pm, with more than 40 of these breweries on hand. All 72 breweries will then be on-site pouring more than 250 unique craft beers on Saturday from 11am to 9pm and Sunday from 11am to 6pm. More than 18,000 attendees are expected for this Father’s Day weekend celebration at the picturesque Marymoor Park venue. Although Washington Beer is the star of the show, there will be great live music and local food trucks as well! Complete details, including the 250+ beer lineup, will be available at washingtonbeer.com in the coming weeks.

2013 Washington Brewers Festival Brewery Lineup:

Brewery	City
192 Brewing	Kenmore
7 Seas Brewing	Gig Harbor
Airways Brewing	Kent
Alpine Brewing	Oroville
American Brewing	Edmonds
Anacortes Brewery	Anacortes
Bainbridge Island Brewing	Bainbridge
Bale Breaker Brewing	Yakima
Bellevue Brewing	Bellevue
Big Al Brewing	Seattle
Big Time Brewing	Seattle
Black Raven Brewing	Redmond
Boundary Bay Brewery	Bellingham
Brickyard Brewing	Woodinville
Chuckanut Brewery	Bellingham
Der Blokken	Bremerton
Diamond Knot Craft Brewing	Mukilteo
Dick’s Brewing	Centralia
Dirty Bucket Brewing	Woodinville
Duvall Springs Brewing	Duvall
E9 Brewery	Tacoma
Elliott Bay Brewing	Burien/Seattle
Elysian Brewing	Seattle
Emerald City Beer	Seattle
Fish Brewing	Olympia
Foggy Noggin Brewing	Bothell
Fremont Brewing	Seattle
Gallagher’s Where U Brew	Edmonds
Georgetown Brewing	Seattle
Hale’s Ales	Seattle
Harmon Brewing	Tacoma
Hilliard’s Beer	Seattle
Hood Canal Brewery	Kingston
Iron Goat Brewing	Spokane
Iron Horse Brewery	Ellensburg
Island Hoppin’ Brewery	Eastsound
Issaquah Brewhouse	Issaquah
Justice Brewing	Everett
Kulshan Brewing	Bellingham
Laht Neppur Brewing	Waitsburg
Mac & Jack’s Brewing	Redmond
McMenamin’s	Seattle
Naked City Brewery	Seattle
New Belgium Brewing	Seattle
No-Li Brewhouse	Spokane
North Sound Brewing	Mount Vernon
Odin Brewing	Seattle
Old Schoolhouse Brewery	Winthrop
Paradise Creek Brewery	Pullman
Pike Brewing	Seattle
Port Townsend Brewing	Port Townsend
Rainy Daze Brewing	Silverdale
Ram Restaurant & Brewery	Seattle
Redhook Brewery	Woodinville
Reuben’s Brews	Seattle
Riverport Brewing	Clarkston
Rock Bottom Brewery	Seattle
Roslyn Brewing	Roslyn
Schooner EXACT Brewing	Seattle
Scuttlebutt Brewing	Everett
Seapine Brewing	Seattle
Silver City Brewery	Bremerton
Snoqualmie Falls Brewing	Snoqualmie
Sound Brewery	Poulsbo
Strong Arm Brewing	Renton
Triplehorn Brewing	Woodinville
Twelve Bar Brews	Woodinville
Twelve String Brewing	Spokane Valley
Two Beers Brewing	Seattle
Urban Family Brewing	Seattle
Wingman Brewers	Tacoma
Yakima Craft Brewing	Yakima

The Washington Beer Commission Presents 2013 Washington Brewers Festival

DATES Friday, June 14, 4 – 9pm- 21-and-over only
Saturday, June 15, 11am – 9pm- All ages
Sunday, June 16, 11am – 6pm- All ages

LOCATION King County’s Marymoor Park
6046 W Lake Sammamish Parkway NE, Redmond, WA

There is a $5 on-site parking fee (just $1 on Friday). Carpooling is strongly encouraged. Metro Bus service is available from Seattle to within a mile of the venue.

ADMISSION      

Friday
$15 advance tickets/at the door. (Friday advance tickets available online only)
Friday admission includes a tasting cup and 4 tasting tokens
21+ only

Saturday & Sunday
$20 advance tickets ($25 online after May 31) or $25 at the door
Admission includes a tasting cup and 6 tasting tokens
Advance tickets are available online and at local outlets.
All Ages. Those under 21 admitted free (must be accompanied by a parent)

Designated Drivers
Designated driver admission is $5 and available at the gate only. It includes complimentary water, root beer and the entertainment.

BEERS The Festival is a celebration of world class beer brewed here in Washington, offering a great variety of craft beer including many NW style hoppy beers, refreshing summer seasonal brews and hard-to-find rarities. Friday, select Washington breweries will be open (40+ breweries) with many offering Friday-exclusive beers. Saturday and Sunday will feature the full 72 brewery lineup with more than 250 beers on tap.

Back this year is the Buzz Cart, a unique beer bar that will tap a special premium kegs at different times each day of the festival.

KIDS In addition to the spectacular beer selection for dads the Festival offers many activities for the young ones including bouncy toys and a kids’ craft tent where they can make Fathers Day gifts. In addition Washington Beer’s own root beer garden will serve up premium craft root beer brewed by local breweries.

CIDER/WINE This year’s Cider & Wine Tasting Tent will feature Washington cider makers, a mead maker and a nice selection of wine on tap from Vessel Wine company.

LIVE MUSIC From funk, alt-country rock to blues, just like the beer selection the Festival’s music lineup also features an eclectic blend of the Northwest musical talents.

FOOD Fantastic offerings including locally renowned Skillet and other favorite food trucks making for delicious pairings with Washington Beer!

Contact Info

 

Company: Washington Beer Commission
Contact: Eric Radovich
E-mail: eric@washingtonbeer.com

 

Deschutes Brewery Celebrates 25 Years with “Black Butte to Mirror Pond” Bike Ride

Deschutes Brewery is celebrating its silver anniversary in true Oregon style with a big party on the river in downtown Bend, and a 40-mile bike ride appropriately named “Black Butte to Mirror Pond.” The celebrations are both taking place on Saturday, June 22. The bike ride, starts at the base of Black Butte and the route takes scenic dirt roads to end up at the finish line at Mirror Pond in downtown Bend’s Drake Park. The party will feature live music, including the funk-inspired sounds of headlining band Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe.

“This ride is the perfect way to do something special and celebrate the landmarks that are the namesakes for our two flagship beers, Black Butte Porter and Mirror Pond Pale Ale,” said Jeff Billingsley, marketing director for the brewery. “At the finish line, riders can celebrate with beer, food, music and more at our anniversary party.”

Riders should register for this celebratory ride as soon as possible as it is limited to 500 riders (250 per wave) and will be a one-time event. A shuttle will take participants to the base of Black Butte, leaving at either 8am or 10am. Riders will start their journey back to the party at 9:30am or 11:30am, respectively. More details about the ride and route can be found at blackbuttetomirrorpond.com. Pre-registration is $75 per rider before June 4 and proceeds from the event will benefit three local charities: Deschutes Land Trust, Deschutes River Conservancy and The Environmental Center.

The family-friendly anniversary celebration runs from 1pm to 9pm in Drake Park on Mirror Pond in downtown Bend. The party will feature live musical acts including local bands Precious Byrd & ElekraPod plus Andy Frasco and Talking Heads tribute band, Naïve Melodies. Headlining the celebration is legendary Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe. Look for some extra fun from local companies like Bend Circus Center and Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe will be offering free demos. Local food vendors will be on site and Deschutes beer will be flowing, of course!

About Deschutes Brewery

Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, Deschutes Brewery began as a brew pub in downtown Bend, Oregon and is known for such brands as Black Butte Porter, its flagship brew and the nation’s number one selling craft porter, and the popular Mirror Pond Pale Ale. In addition to its original Bend pub, this family and employee-owned brewery opened a second pub in Portland’s Pearl District in 2008. The company’s main brewing facility is located on the banks of the Deschutes River and produces over 250,000 barrels of beer annually for distribution in 20 states and two provinces. To find out more, visit www.DeschutesBrewery.com.

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Contact Info

 
Company: Deschutes Brewery
Contact: Jason Randles
E-mail: jrandles@deschutesbrewery.com