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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.

The Art of Beer, A Tasting + Doug Hoverson

By on April 10, 2008in beer events, brewpubs, history

Update: Land of Amber Waters author Doug Hoverson will be at the Grand Rapids Area Library at 4:00 pm to talk about the history of beer in Minnesota. (More info)

Thanks to Nicole for the tip…

Our 1st annual beer tasting fundraiser

The Art of Beer: A Tasting

Saturday, April 26, 5:30 – 7:30 pm at the MAC

Tickets: $40

Includes five beer courses with food pairings (prepared by Rivers Wine Bar & Bistro) and a commemorative glass.

Beer provided by Mike Hoops of the Minneapolis Town Hall Brewery

Sponsored in part by Grand Rapids State Bank

The Four Firkins – one step closer!

By on April 7, 2008in beer stores

I received a nice e-mail from Jason this morning regarding the Four Firkins. He picked up the keys for the new space in St. Louis Park on Friday. He’s on the agenda for the April 28th City Council meeting for liquor license approval. It probably won’t be an issue, but if you live in St. Louis Park, please consider joining us at the meeting in support that evening. The plans are set – look forward to a May 24th opening!

Brewer’s Association top 50 brewing companies

By on April 7, 2008in breweries

A good show for Minnesota… 3 top producing breweries.

Top 50 Craft Brewing Companies by Beer Sales Volume:
#16, Summit Brewing Co., St. Paul

Top 50 Overall Brewing Companies by Beer Sales Volume:
#26, August Schell Brewing Co., New Ulm
#28, Summit Brewing Co., St. Paul
#46, Gluek Brewing Co., Cold Spring

Gitchee Gumee 2008

By on April 7, 2008in breweries, brewpubs

Gitchee Gumee 2008, originally uploaded by MNBeer.

The above photo of Bryon Tonnis epitomizes Gitchee Gumee Brewfest for me… AAAHAHAHGH! Craziness. I had fun. I did. I’ll probably go back. I’ve had more fun at our local events (Autumn Brew Review, Winterfest, etc.), but I think we can still learn from those crazy Wisconsinites. Details below the fold…