Author: ryan

Ryan Anderson (that's me!) is the editor & founder of MNBeer. Much has changed since the fall of 2005 and I'm proud to have been a part of it all. Sometime I'll tell you about my grand theory that links craft brewing to punk rock. Just ask.

Harriet Brewing Coming Soon

It looks as if Harriet Brewing is about to launch, with a Belgian dubbel & a Belgian-style IPA. According to Michael Agnew’s Hot Dish post on City Pages, the brewery license application just needs to go to the full City Council for approval, which should happen by the end of the month. Hence, our old pal Al at The Blue Nile is planning a release party to follow. We’ll keep you posted as we learn more!

At Harriet Brewing we emphasize intention as the primary component in recipe development. It’s what makes good beer special. We take pride in using our knowledge of traditional beer styles, our open minds, and eclectic pallets to brew both unique and traditional beer styles. Our goal with every recipe is authenticity… to develop a particular character that allows the beer to stand out and be remembered. It’s authenticity that we crave as beer drinkers; so, it’s authenticity that we strive for as brewers. We study beer, determine what we want, then manifest it! For most of us here, it’s not just in brewing; it’s a way of life.
So, fellow beer lover, we ask that  you drink with intention!

Celts Pub Firkin Tour

This sounds interesting. Celts Pub in Inver Grove Heights starts their Firkin Tour on Friday, January 14th. They will be tapping a firkin of Bell’s Best Brown around 3pm.
$4 Pints of Bells Best Brown from tapping until the last drop of the firkin is consumed!

2nd Stop? Friday, February 4th, 3pm at the Celts Pub Rosemount location. That night they’ll be featuring a firkin of Rush River Lyndale Brown, infused with pomegranate and green tea! $5.50 pints.

3rd Stop? Saturday, February 26th, 3pm. A firkin of Flying Dog Doggie Style IPA at their Rosemount on Saturday February 26th.

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Bulldog? …Bullfrog?

The Bulldog is landing in Minneapolis’ downtown in March. …er Bullfrog.

[Matt] Lokowich is opening the Bullfrog with his Lowertown partner, Jeff Caster. While that bar specializes in mostly Belgian beers, the duo will go in a different direction here. The Bullfrog’s 24 taps will mostly feature pilsners and lagers from around the world.

Bulldog Lowertown owner going into downtown Minneapolis. -Tom Horgen, Star Tribune

NYE at Barley Johns

Another cool and no doubt tasty New Year’s Eve event at Barley John’s:

Save the Date! Our Annual New Years Eve Dinner will happen December 31st. Celebrate the coming New Year with a special menu in a cozy atmosphere.

We are now taking reservations: 651-636-4670

The special menu is a la carte and will have a suggested beer and wine pairing for each dish.Prices will be posted closer to the dinner as we acquire the fresh ingredients


Appetizer
Seared Scallop wrapped in Lox served with a Lobster Bisque Sauce

Corn Fritter Napoleon with White Bean Salsa

Salad
Sun Dried Tomato Chevre Terrine with Arugula

Roasted Beet Salad with Carmelized Cashews and a Ginger-Serrano Chile Vinaigrette

Entrees
White Pumpkin & Black Truffle Ravioli

Grassfed Beef Tenderloin, Mushroom Ragout & Savory Horseradish Breadpudding

Seared Tuna with a Ponzu Sauce served over warmed Julienne Vegetable Salad

Cheese Plate
Assorted Cheese and Fruits

Dessert
Triple Layer Chocolate Cheesecake
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