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The first guild for brewers, the original Knights of the Mashing Fork was formed in Brabant, Belgium during reign of Duke Jean I (“Jan Primus”) corrupted today as “Gambrinus”. He is honored throughout the world as the so-called King of Beer. Legend portrays him as the inventor of the "toast" as a social custom.

Beer News
  • Brewers immersed in beer collaborations for Philly Beer Week
    Meanwhile, the “official” collaborative beer of Philly Beer Week is Brotherly Suds, produced by a revolving group from area breweries and brewpubs. This year, it was the work of Mark Edelson (Iron Hill), Gordon Grubb (Nodding Head), Bill Covaleski (Victory), […]
  • Omission Beer’s national rollout begins…now
    Press Release: (Portland, OR) – Beginning this week, Omission Beer will start distributing Omission Lager and Omission Pale Ale, the first two craft beer offerings from the new brand, nationally. Previously available only in Oregon, the phased rollout will begin on the West Coast...
  • Twisted Pine Roots Revival Carrot IPA debuts on Friday
    Press Release: (Boulder, CO) – Twisted Pine Brewing Company’s Farm to Foam® series launches on Friday, May 18th with the introduction of Roots Revival, a carrot IPA created to applaud the Boulder Farmers’ Market’s 25th anniversary. According to the brewery, […]
  • Jolly Pumpkin expansion could include distillery, winery and tasting room
    Monday night, the Village Council discussed the company’s application to the state for a new micro brewer license, a new small wine maker license and a new small distiller license (in Dexter). Village Council members welcomed the new business, saying […]
  • Henderson County reaching deep into rainy day funds after Sierra Nevada incen...
      Not to place blame Sierra Nevada but the report implies that their incentive deal complicates budget issues for Henderson County over the next few years. It goes without saying that the Sierra Nevada deal will ultimately benefit the county […]
  • Ameri-CAN Canned Craft Beer Festival Is Just 2 Days Away!
    Scottsdale, AZ – The Ameri-CAN Canned Craft Beer Festival happening THIS Saturday, May 19th from noon-6 p.m. at the Scottsdale Civic Center. We are just bursting at the seams with anticipation and excitement for what is turning out to be the most amazing canned craft beer event Arizona has EVE...
  • New Brew Thursday ? Palate Wrecker : Green Flash Brewing Co : Special guests ...
    This week we’re hanging out at Small Bar in San Diego, with Angelo De Ieso ( @Brewpublic ) & Ashley De Ieso ( @TheBeerWench ) drinking Green Flash’s Palate Wrecker. If you haven’t heard, Ashley & Angelo recently got hitched and brought true love to craft beer. So, while...
  • Avery Uncle Jacobs Stout
    From Avery - Jacob Spears, our 6th Great Grand Uncle, is credited as the first distiller to label his whiskey “Bourbon.” He built his distillery in Bourbon County, Kentucky in 1790 – 203 years before began brewing. While obviously a bit too late to produce Uncle Jacob’s wash, we...
  • Twisted Pine Releases Roots Revival Carrot IPA TOMORROW
    Boulder, Colorado  – Twisted Pine Brewing Company’s Farm to Foam® series launches on Friday, May 18th with the introduction of Roots Revival, a carrot IPA created to applaud the Boulder Farmers’ Market’s 25th anniversary. According to the brewery, the series is “a tribute to the sustaina...
  • Beachwood Foam Top Cream Ale
    From Beachwood Brewing - A traditional American cream ale brewed with American 2-row malt and imported German hops. Delicately hopped, light in body, and very refreshing with a clean finish. IBUs 17 Beachwood BBQ and Brewing – Beachwood Foam Top Cream Ale – On tap at 38 Degrees Ale ...
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