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.

Cellars Lex/Larp Beer Tasting

By on October 19, 2006in beer stores, free beer

Friday, October 20th

This week’s theme: California! There’s more than gold in them hills!

California will be the second state in our U.S. beer tour. Many people know about the wine country in California, but few realize the amount of great beer produced in that very state. Friday we will taste through a few of these beers, and we’ll let you judge. We also will be starting a format to judge what state is the winner amongst our tasters. As promised before this week will have an appearance by an “Arrogant” little Californian.

So come on in, and bring friends, because drinking beer is so much more fun as a crowd!

The Cellars Wines, Brews & Spirits
FREE – IN STORE Beer Tastings begin at
7 p.m. and no reservations or fees are required.

Fitger’s Beer Release

By on October 19, 2006in brewpubs

Good Day,
This week the Brewhouse will continue our strong beer release program.

For a limited run we just released

2005 Edmund Imperial Stout 9.5%
This rich black as midnight strong stout has ample hops and malt to create balance. Currently Ed is 10 months old this will be our first release of 3 on this rare ale. Limited amount 10 oz pours only.

2004 Ole Red Beard Barleywine 10.9%
Well aged strong ale. Malt dominated with a warming finish. Also a limited release

other new beers this week

A preview of the much loved Sasquatch Scotch Ale (Thanksgiving Release) will be released on cask

Humperdink Hefeweizen 5.5%
A German style wheat ale. Traditionally brewed for outstanding balance, and flavor. The first creation of our young collegue Brian just back from Germany.

Thanks for your support.

Cheers
The Brewhouse Gang

Birchwood Cafe Beer Dinner

By on October 19, 2006in beer events, general beer

Hello Beer Enthusiasts,

There will be a beer dinner at the Birchwood Cafe on Sunday, November 5. The cost is a reasonable $45 and includes 5 courses and all the beer. Gratuity is not included as far as I know.

The beers will be a selection from Artisanal Imports’ and there will be as secret beer and gifts for all.

Call the Birchwood at (612) 722-4474 for details.

Thanks,

Lanny

Birchwood Cafe | Artisanal Imports

Enough about me, let’s talk about me…

By on October 15, 2006in mnbeer.com

Friends, Minnesotans, brewers, lend me your ears… I don’t come to bury Caeser, but I do plan to leave my current job and I’m looking to my friends, associates and various other sources for some help in finding a new job. For a variety of reasons, I’ve decided to move on and do something new. So I’m looking to you, dear readers, for suggestions, references and whatever else you might be able to share. Does your company need a friendly, creative and hard-working fellow such as myself? I have a background in design for print and the web with a number of years of experience in the printing industry. I’ve done it all – print design, web design, copywriting, tech work, etc. My resume, portfolio and whatnot can be found over at RyanAnderson.org. Readers, can you help a brother out?

I’m not against exploring options outside of my direct experience. Honestly, I wouldn’t mind sharing Papazian’s sentiment that “Beer is my business, and I’m late for work.” Eh, who knows? Drop me a line at ryan AT mnbeer.com with suggestions, references, hints and well-concealed cash.

We now return you to the world of beer in Minnesota.

Thanks!