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Short Hops (Tastings and Growlers edition): July 30, 2010

● NEW GROWLER STATION! The Liquor Cabinet in Hebron recently added a four tap growler station. As of yesterday, they are on tap: Boulder Singletrack Copper Ale ($7.99), Unibroue Ephemere ($7.99), and Kostritzer Black Lager ($7.99). A fourth beer will be added soon. All prices are for a refill. For a new growler add $2.00. Liquor Cabinet is located at 1990 North Bend Road Hebron, KY 41048-9120. Phone is (859) 586-9270.

● For tonight’s Friday Night Flights at Party Town in Florence, they are pouring beers from … Well, we’ll let them tell you:

We will be opening a selection of MALT LIQUOR’S IN 40oz BOTTLES. That’s right, and they will be complete with brown paper bags. Two challenges: 1. Each bag will be numbered in order, 1-8. If you can correctly identify each beer from a list which will be handed out, you will win prizes. 2. Those who make it through the entire line-up will be eligible to purchase a growler fill of an extremely rare and limited surprise brew. BILLY DEES LIVES! Anywho, this is going to be extremely rad, so please join us.

The cost for the regular tasting is $2 for a full flight of beers and it goes from 6:00 – 7:00 pm.

● On the Growler Station at Party Town in Florence: Schlafly American IPA ($8.99), Schlafly Grand Cru ($10.99), Rivertown Helles Lager ($8.99), New Holland Black Mad Hatter ($10.99), BBC Bourbon Barrel Heine Brothers Coffee Stout ($12.99), Bell’s Oberon ($9.99), Rye 75 ($8.99), Great Lakes Burning River ($6.99), Jolly Pumpkin Bam Biere ($15.99), Great Lakes Lake Erie Monster ($8.99), New Holland Pilgrim’s Dole ($9.99), Dogfish Head Immort Ale ($21.99), New Holland Dragon’s Milk ($10.99), Sierra Nevada Brown Ale ($5.99). All prices are for a refill. For a new growler add $2.00.

● At this week’s Cork ‘N Bottle beer tastings, they will feature Cucapa Pale Ale and Cucapa Honey at the Covington location. Haven’t heard yet about the Buttermilk location The tastings at both locations are from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on Fridays. Cost is $1 for 6 to 8 beers.

● On the Growler Stations at Cork ‘N Bottle: Boulder Singletrack Copper Ale ($6.99), Great Lakes Commodore Perry ($6.50), Cork ‘N Brew Brown Ale ($7.99) and Goose Island Sofie ($13.99). Buttermilk Pike has Goose Island White City ($19.99), Sierra Nevada Brown Ale ($4.99), New Holland Rye Hatter ($12.99) and Breckenridge 471 IPA ($11.99). All prices are for a refill. For a new growler, add $2.50.

● The beers for the DEP’s Fine Wine and Spirits beer tasting today at their Fort Thomas location are unknown at this time. The tasting usually goes from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.

● The growler station at the Covington DEP’s Fine Wine and Spirits has New Holland Dragon’s Milk ($10.99), Cumberland Pale Ale ($3.99), Houblon Chouffe Double IPA Tripel ($18.99), and Schlafly Pilsner ($5.99 – Covington July Growler of the Month). The growler station at the Ft. Thomas location has Avery Maharaja IPA ($10.99), Gouden Carolus Hopsinjoor ($18.99), Great Lakes Lake Erie Monster ($8.49), Founders Red’s RyePA ($8.49), New Holland Black Tulip ($9.99 – Fort Thomas July Growler of the Month) and Flying Dog Raging Bitch ($10.99).

● On the Growler Station at Party Source in Bellevue: BBC Jefferson Reserve ($8.99), Breckenridge Vanilla Porter ($8.99), Great Lakes Holy Moses ($12.99), Harpoon UFO ($10.99) Founders Dirty Old Bastard ($10.99), Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA ($16.99), New Holland Imperial Hatter ($15.99) and Goose Island Imperial Brown Goose ($29.99). Prices include empty growler.

Posted 30 July 2010 † Carla § Breweries Beyond § Local Beer Stores § Regional Breweries ‡ Comments (1) ° Tagged: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Dilly Cafe Presents “An Evening At The Strand” Fundraiser

Dilly Cafe Presents “An Evening At The Strand: A fusion of craft beer, culinary delights, live local music, and fun!”

When
Sunday, August 1st 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

What
Join the good times and spend an evening with friends at Dilly Cafe, located at the historic Mariemont Strand. Enjoy tasty craft beers, delicious food prepared by renown local chefs, and great local music! Get the opportunity to win special, valuable prizes from a raffle.

Drink
Multiple, delicious craft beer selections will be on hand for your enjoyment! Pair up your craft beers with some of the mouth-watering food or enjoy them alone! A wine table will also be available.

Food
Three top, local chefs will be providing special culinary creations to snack on throughout the event. Delights from The Sweeterie will also be on hand to sweeten things up further! The chefs are:

Sean Daly, Executive Chef at Hugo
Jackson Rouse, Executive Chef at the Iron Horse Inn
Eric Vice, Executive Chef at Dilly Cafe

Great Local Music
Two different, talented groups of local artists will be performing.
Jenny Lynn Shepherd and Dave Gilligan of The Flock
Williams Family Band, as seen at the Whispering Beard Festival!

All For A Great Cause
100% of all proceeds go toward Linden Grove School, a non-profit, special need school primarily helping children on the autism spectrum. Linden Grove School utilizes a unique, three-pronged approach that provides specialized learning opportunities for these children that simply cannot be found elsewhere. Learn more about Linden Grove School at http://www.lindengroveschool.org

How Do I Get Tickets?
Tickets are $35.00 a person/$60.00 a couple. Tickets are limited, please act quickly.
Tickets can be purchased by:
1) Call Linden Grove School and ask for Kelly Stewart to make a reservation by phone with your credit card at (513)-984-2215.
2) Make reservations with your credit card online from the Linden Grove School website’s secure donation page. This can be done by paying the correct amount for the number of tickets, and entering “Dilly Café” purchased in the comments section. A confirmation receipt will automatically be sent to the purchaser’s email address. Pay online by selecting the “Donation” button on our website.
3) Any remaining tickets will be on sale at Dilly Cafe the day of the event by check or credit card.

How Do I Get There?
Dilly Café is located at 6818 Wooster Pike in Mariemont (Cincinnati, OH 45227-4324)

Disclaimer: Vendors for craft beer, food, and music are subject to change without notice. No refunds.

Posted 29 July 2010 † Carla § Local Events § Local Restaurants/Bars/Pubs ‡ Comments (1) ° Tagged:

A Hoperatives Poll: Where should we go next?

So tell us, oh great Hoperatives… Where would you want to have our next Hoperatives Happening? The nominated location needs to have room to host 30 – 50 Hoperatives and, of course, they have to serve better beer. So far, we’ve been to Rock Bottom (twice), Dilly Cafe (twice), Teller’s in Hyde Park, Party Source’s Burgers & Beer, Vito’s Cafe and Arnold’s Bar & Grill. We’ve started talking to Nicholson’s, the Pub at Rookwood Mews and Mecklenburg Gardens as possible sites. But we want to hear from you! We want to hear your suggestions!

Posted 28 July 2010 † Carla § Hoperatives Happenings § Local Brewpubs § Local Restaurants/Bars/Pubs ‡ Comments (10) °

Traveling Tuesday: New Belgium Brewing Company

A recent business trip took me out west and gave me an opportunity to stop by the New Belgium brewery in Ft. Collins, CO. Nice folks in a beautiful place.

New Belgium Outside Sign

The sign welcoming you to the brewery


New Belgium Brewhouse

A brewhouse seen from the entrance. It's a large complex.


New Belgium Landscaping

The landscaping at the brewery is beautiful


New Belgium Landscaping

You'd never know it was in the middle of a light industrial park


New Belgium Tasting Room Entrance

The entrance to the tasting room


New Belgium Tasting Room

Lining up in the tasting room


New Belgium Tasting Taps

The tasting room taps


Table at New Belgium

A table that would look very good in our place

Posted 27 July 2010 † Tom § Breweries Beyond § Traveling Tuesdays ‡ Comments (3) °

This Week in Beer: July 26 – August 1, 2010

Monday, July 26th at 6:00 pm – Half Price Pint Night at JeanRo Bistro

Tuesday, July 27th at 6:30 pm – Beer-Wine-Cheese Tasting at Dilly Cafe
The tasting will be led by the Goose Girl herself, Lindsey Shafer of Goose Island Brewery. The cost is only $20.00 and the number of participants is limited to 30. This event is currently sold out, but there is a waiting list. Call Dilly to make your reservations (513-561-5233).

Wednesday, July 28th from 5:30 to 8:00 pm – Beer Tasting at Marty’s Hops and Vines

Wednesday, July 28th at 6:00 pm – Pint Night at Catskeller (UC Campus)

Wednesday, July 28th at 6:00 pm – Burgers and Beers at the Party Source
Tonight’s theme is English Pint Night.

Wednesday, July 28th at 7:00 pm – Monthly Tapping at Hofbrauhaus Newport
This month’s beer is Bavarian wheat.

Thursday, July 29th at 6:00-10:00 pm – Cock & Bull: Pint Night (Covington) Thursdays
This week, it’s Bell’s Pool Side Ale.

Thursday, July 29th at 6:00 pm – Firkin Tapping at Rock Bottom Brewery

Friday, July 30th from 4:00-7:00 pm – Flowing Fridays Beer Tasting at Cork ‘N Bottle (Covington and Buttermilk Pike-Crescent Springs)

Friday, July 30th from 4:00-6:00 pm – Beer Tasting at DEP’s Fine Wine and Spirits in Fort Thomas (formerly Liquor Direct)

Friday, July 30th from 6:00-7:00 pm – Friday Night Flights Beer Tasting at Party Town in Florence

Saturday, July 31st from 5:00-8:00pm – Beer Tasting at Ludlow Wines

Posted 26 July 2010 † Carla § Breweries Beyond § Local Beer Stores § Local Brewpubs § Local Restaurants/Bars/Pubs § Regional Breweries ‡ Comments (3) ° Tagged: ,

Short Hops (Growlers and Tastings Edition): July 23, 2010

● For tonight’s Friday Night Flights at Party Town in Florence, they are pouring beers from Great Divide. The cost for the regular tasting is $2 for a full flight of beers and it goes from 6:00 – 7:00 pm.

● On the Growler Station at Party Town in Florence: Founders Centennial I.P.A. ($10.99), BBC Beer De Mars ($12.99), Founders Red’s Rye ($8.99), Christian Moerlein Northern Liberties IPA ($6.99), BBC Bourbon Barrel Heine Brothers Coffee Stout ($12.99), Goose Island Bourbon County ($24.99), Bell’s Oberon ($9.99), Rye 75 ($8.99), New Holland Oak Aged Mad Hatter ($10.99), Rivertown Hop Bomber ($8.99), Jolly Pumpkin Bam Biere ($15.99), Three Floyds Dreadnaught ($17.99), New Holland Pilgrim’s Dole ($9.99) and Dogfish Head Immort Ale ($21.99). All prices are for a refill. For a new growler add $2.00.

● At this week’s Cork ‘N Bottle beer tastings, they will feature Boulder Cold Hop and Goose Island Summer  at the Covington location. Haven’t heard yet about the Buttermilk location The tastings at both locations are from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on Fridays. Cost is $1 for 6 to 8 beers.

● On the Growler Stations at Cork ‘N Bottle: Boulder Singletrack Copper Ale ($6.99), Great Lakes Commodore Perry  ($6.50), Cork ‘N Brew Brown Ale ($7.99) and Goose Island Sofie ($13.99). Buttermilk Pike has Goose Island White City ($19.99), Christian Moerlien Northern Liberites IPA ($6.99), New Holland Rye Hatter ($12.99) and
another beer TBA. All prices are for a refill. For a new growler, add $2.50.

● The beers for the DEP’s Fine Wine and Spirits beer tasting today at their Fort Thomas location are unknown at this time. The tasting usually goes from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.

● The growler station at the Covington DEP’s Fine Wine and Spirits has New Holland Dragon’s Milk ($10.99), Cumberland Pale Ale ($3.99), Houblon Chouffe Double IPA Tripel ($18.99), and Schlafly Pilsner ($5.99 – Covington July Growler of the Month). The growler station at the Ft. Thomas location has Avery Maharaja IPA ($10.99), Gouden Carolus Hopsinjoor ($18.99), Great Lakes Lake Erie Monster ($8.49), Founders Red’s RyePA ($8.49), New Holland Black Tulip ($9.99 – Fort Thomas July Growler of the Month) and Flying Dog Raging Bitch ($10.99).

● On the Growler Station at Party Source in Bellevue: Quaff Bros. Nola’s Rye ($14.99), Goose Island Imperial Brown Goose ($27.99), Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale ($11.99), Great Lakes Holy Moses ($12.99),
Harpoon UFO ($10.99) Founders Old Curmudgeon ($21.99), Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA ($16.99) and New Holland Imperial Hatter ($15.99). Prices include empty growler.

Posted 23 July 2010 † Carla § Breweries Beyond § Local Beer Stores § Local Breweries § Regional Breweries ‡ Comments (2) ° Tagged: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Moerlein Releases Limited Edition Lager to Honor Maestro Erich Kunzel

The Cincinnati Pops and Cincinnati based Christian Moerlein Brewing Co. have partnered to produce Kunzel Lager, a limited edition golden Helles lager honoring the life and legacy of Cincinnati Pops Founder and Conductor Emeritus Erich Kunzel. Only 200 cases will be sold, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Erich Kunzel Legacy Fund. This fund helps to ensure that Maestro Kunzel’s vision for the Pops continues and enables the Orchestra to present the highest caliber artists to future generations.

Before the Cincinnati Pops concert, “And the Tony Goes To…The Best of Broadway,” at Riverbend Music Center on Saturday, July 31, samples and drafts of Kunzel Lager will be available for purchase. The Kunzel Lager Party will take place on the concourse near stand 5. In honor of Maestro Kunzel’s German heritage, the Pete Wagner Schnapps Band will perform. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The event is free for all ticketholders. Any remaining cases of Kunzel Lager will be sold.

To place an advance order for a case of Kunzel Lager, please call the CSO Box Office at 513-381-3300 or go to www.cincinnatipops.org. Each case costs $45. Advance orders must be placed by July 30. Vouchers to redeem Kunzel Lager cases will be mailed before the July 31 Pops concert. If placing advance orders on July 28 or later, vouchers will be available for pick-up at Will Call at the Riverbend Box Office the day of the concert. Golf cart drivers will be on the premises to assist transporting Kunzel Lager to vehicles after the concert. Kunzel Lager can be picked up after August 2 at Music Hall. Please call 513-621-1919 for details. Must be 21 years of age to purchase Kunzel Lager. Valid ID required at time of pick-up.

Posted 20 July 2010 † Carla § Local Breweries § Local Events ‡ Comments (2) ° Tagged: ,

Short Hops: July 20, 2010

Beer Up Your Breakfast

Wisconsin Beer: Where brewing history runs deep

Craft beer: The 1986 definition

Eat This, Not That: Your Essential Guide to Beer

Posted 20 July 2010 † Carla § Breweries Beyond § Short Hops ‡ Comments (1) ° Tagged: ,

This Week in Beer: July 19 – 26, 2010

Monday, July 19th at 4:00 – 11:00 pm – Hyde Park Craft Beer Symposia at Teller’s
See our earlier posts for more information.

Monday, July 19th at 6:00 pm – Half Price Pint Night at JeanRo Bistro

Wednesday, July 21st from 5:30 to 8:00 pm – Beer Tasting at Marty’s Hops and Vines

Wednesday, July 21st at 6:00 pm – Pint Night at Catskeller (UC Campus)

Wednesday, July 21st at 6:00 pm – Burgers and Beers at the Party Source
Tonight’s theme is Founders Brewing Company.

Thursday, July 22nd at 6:00-10:00 pm – Cock & Bull: Pint Night (Covington) Thursdays
This week, it’s Three Floyds Gumball Head.

Thursday, July 22nd at 6:00 pm – Firkin Tapping at Rock Bottom Brewery

Friday, July 23rd from 4:00-7:00 pm – Flowing Fridays Beer Tasting at Cork ‘N Bottle (Covington and Buttermilk Pike-Crescent Springs)

Friday, July 23rd from 4:00-6:00 pm – Beer Tasting at DEP’s Fine Wine and Spirits in Fort Thomas (formerly Liquor Direct)

Friday, July 23rd from 6:00-7:00 pm – Friday Night Flights Beer Tasting at Party Town in Florence

Friday, July 23rd from 7:00-9:00 pm – North Coast Brewery Beer Tasting at Jungle Jim’s

Under the leadership of brew master Mark Ruedrich, the brewery has developed a strong reputation for quality having won more than 70 awards in national and international competitions. These exceptional beers are available in 47 states now and also are exported to Europe and the Pacific Rim. North Coast Brewery Sales Manager, John Bission will be our special guest for this tasting. Cost: $25.00 per person

Saturday, July 24th from 5:00-8:00pm – Beer Tasting at Ludlow Wines

Posted 19 July 2010 † Carla § Breweries Beyond § Local Beer Stores § Local Brewpubs § Regional Breweries ‡ Comments (1) ° Tagged: , ,

Short Hops (Growlers and Tastings edition): July 16, 2010

● For tonight’s Friday Night Flights at Party Town in Florence, it was another Backroom Brawl featuring New Holland this time. They will be pouring lots of bottles as well as tapping a handful of rare barrels, including Black Hatter, Rye Hatter, Vintage Dragons Milk, Vintage Existential, Imperial Hatter and Oak Aged Hatter. Joel Armatta of New Holland will be on hand. The cost for the regular tasting is $2 for a full flight of beers and it goes from 6:00 – 7:00 pm.

● On the Growler Station at Party Town in Florence: Schlafly American I.P.A. ($8.99), BBC Beer De Mars ($12.99), Schlafly Raspberry Hefewiezen ($5.99), Christian Moerlein Northern Liberties IPA ($6.99), BBC Bourbon Barrel Heine Brothers Coffee Stout ($12.99), Goose Island Bourbon County ($24.99), Great Lakes Erie Monster ($10.99), Rye 75 ($6.99), BBC Professer Gessers IIPA ($10.99), Rivertown Hop Bomber ($8.99), Jolly Pumpkin Bam Biere ($15.99), Great Lakes Grassroots ($6.99), New Holland Pilgrim’s Dole ($9.99) and Dogfish Head Immort Ale ($21.99). All prices are for a refill. For a new growler add $2.00.

● On the Growler Stations at Cork ‘N Bottle: Kostritzer Black Lager ($7.99), Great Lakes Commodore Perry ($6.50), Cork ‘N Brew Brown Ale ($7.99) and Goose Island Sofie ($13.99). Buttermilk Pike has Goose Island White City ($19.99), Christian Moerlien Northern Liberites IPA ($6.99), New Holland Rye Hatter ($12.99) and New Holland Dragon’s Milk ($11.99). All prices are for a refill. For a new growler, add $2.50.

● The beers for the DEP’s Fine Wine and Spirits beer tasting today at their Fort Thomas location are unknown at this time. The tasting usually goes from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.

● The growler station at the Covington DEP’s Fine Wine and Spirits has New Holland Dragon’s Milk ($10.99), Cumberland Pale Ale ($3.99), Houblon Chouffe Double IPA Tripel ($18.99), and Schlafly Pilsner ($5.99 – Covington July Growler of the Month). The growler station at the Ft. Thomas location has Avery Maharaja IPA ($10.99), Gouden Carolus Hopsinjoor ($18.99), Great Lakes Lake Erie Monster ($8.49), Founders Red’s RyePA ($8.49), New Holland Black Tulip ($9.99 – Fort Thomas July Growler of the Month) and Flying Dog Raging Bitch ($10.99).

● On the Growler Station at Party Source in Bellevue: Quaff Bros. Nola’s Rye ($14.99), Goose Island Imperial Brown Goose ($27.99), Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale ($11.99), Great Lakes Holy Moses ($12.99),
Harpoon UFO ($10.99) Founders Old Curmudgeon ($21.99), Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA ($16.99) and New Holland Imperial Hatter ($15.99). Prices include empty growler.

Posted 16 July 2010 † Carla § Breweries Beyond § Local Breweries § Local Restaurants/Bars/Pubs § Regional Breweries ‡ Comments (1) ° Tagged: , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,