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.

Olde World Renaissance Fair: Interesting Beer and Wine… Geeks in Costume…

By on June 6, 2007in beer events, breweries

Lords and ladies… um… I’m not really the medieval type, but the Olde World Renaissance Fair sounds interesting if nothing for a cask of something special from Lake Superior and meads and wines from J Bird Winery. This Saturday and Sunday, Twig, Minnesota.

The Olde World Renaissance Fair will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 9 – 10, 2007, from 10:00 am – 7:00 pm both days. Ale Stars may be interested to know that Lake Superior Brewing is the beer sponsor of the event, and will be serving our beer and root beer there. Among our beer offerings will be our Stout, Kolsch, a “brewer’s choice” and also “Brikenhar Ale” brewed specially for the event. There will be just one cask of this, so it may sell out on Saturday. We will also be serving meads and fruit wines from the J. Bird Winery from Cambridge, MN. This is one of Minnesota’s oldest wineries. Last year, they provided a traditional mead, an “Eqyptian mead” flavored with hibiscus, and some fruit wines.

Info at www.owrenaissancefaire.com. Tickets are $9.00 per day. $1 off for advance purchase, or $1 off at the door if you’re in medieval costume. More info on their website, along with maps and directions.
Last year’s event was a lot of fun, looks like even more entertainment this year.

Twin Cities Imbiber

By on June 5, 2007in general beer

I’d like to give a big, big welcome to a cool new project from MNBeer contributor, Truthbrew… Twin Cities Imbiber!

it is a FREE bi-monthly print and web magazine that is written for enthusiasts by enthusiasts. Our goal is to raise awareness on the amazing commercial beverage scene we have in the Twin Cities, to educate, portray the truth behind these drinks, and to disseminate news and events.

The magazine will soon be found on racks in quality retailers, coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and more.  As we eagerly await the first issue (June/July 2007) to return from the printer, I invite you all to go to our website ( www.twincitiesimbiber.com) to download a full PDF (Acrobat) version of this issue.   Please share this link with any and everyone you feel would have interest in this publication. We openly welcome your feedback.

This project is 100% funded by advertising; I encourage you to support those who have advertised, as they have stepped up and supported a grass-roots effort to promote our favorite drinks.

While this magazine is about commercial beer and not homebrewing, I hope that many of you find value in it and hope to see contributions from those of you who are fanatics and aspiring writers.

Cheers and beers,

Jeffrey Halvorson
Twin Cities Imbiber magazine

Muddy Pig Update

By on May 29, 2007in bars/restaurants

An update from Mark at the Muddy Pig…

Hi,

Beer.  So much beer.  Did you ever think you would see a bar in Minnesota with three Flemish sour ales on tap at one time?  Or 50 different Belgian beers and 80+ whiskies?  You, the patrons of The Muddy Pig, are the best customers in the state.  Thank you.

Now it’s time to show you have a big heart as well as good taste.  The weekend of June 9-10 will see me riding the MS150 to raise money for the MS Society ofMinnesota.  Two days and 150 miles on a bicycle in sunny, cloudy, wet, dry, windy, cold, hot, foggy weather (and that’s all in one day) to raise money for the cause.  You can do your part by becoming a sponsor.

Donations in any amount are greatly appreciated and making the donation couldn’t be easier.  Simply drop off a check at The Muddy Pig made out to the MS Society of Minnesota or donate on-line at www.mssociety.org , click on ePledge and search Mark van Wie.  Making a donation is way easier than riding.

And for all you golfers, the 4th annual Muddy Pig Golf Snouting will be held Monday, June 18th at high noon.  We will be playing Clifton Highlands just north ofPrescott, Wisconsin this year and all funds raised will again be going to the Children’s Home Society & Family Services.  Scramble format and your $85 entry fee includes golf, cart, dinner at The Muddy Pig, prizes and lots of fun.  Registration forms are available at The Pig.

So here’s the deal.  We’ll keep serving the best beers in the world, great whisky and yummy food in the best bar in the cities and you will make a donation to the MS Society and go golfing with us on the 19th.  And thank you.

Mark

Lightningstorm at Town Hall

By on May 29, 2007in brewpubs

Well we blew the release, so you’ll just have to read about Town Hall’s new beer, Lightningstorm and stop in for a pint at while it lasts…

Hey All,
Welcome to a big holiday weekend, hope you all enjoy time away…. Monday, 5/28 we will release “Lightningstorm” this is the next offering in our “storm series”. It is a sunshine orange colored ale brewed with Raspberry Blossom Honey, lemongrass, and fresh ginger. Crisp refreshing brew come and give it a shot this coming monday. Release 5:00 pm
Cheers
Mike