In the first of many moves that will officially supplant Ryan from his position of power at MNBeer, thus allowing a new regime to take over and reap the many rewards, I post the following:
This Friday, 12/18, Grumpy’s downtown location will be offering a Rush River Winter Warmer tea-bagged (in the non-pwned manner) with Cascade hops. The tapping is at noon.
***Update*** Grumpy’s will not be doing any special tappings next Friday, 12/25, nor Friday, 1/1 as they’ll be closed due to the holidays.
Thanks to all of the well-wishers. Dawn and I extremely excited that baby MNBeer (..er Laura) is finally here. We came home on Wednesday afternoon and I finally had a chance to kick back with a beer and it was good.
A little business – if you have any events and news that you’d normally send me, please send it to one of the other contributers this week. (eric AT mnbeer.com, kris AT mnbeer.com, mag AT… etc. You get the idea.) If I get it, I’ll forward it when I have a chance, but I won’t be nearly as close to my email this week… My Powerbook is nice, but I’d much rather have Laura in my lap right now! Cheers!
The weatherman said it is safe to go outside today. Last minute shopping goodies are at Flat Earth including t-shirts, pint glasses, oh, and beer.
We’ll have….
Angry Planet Pale Ale
Belgian Pale Ale
Curly Tail Ale
Unfiltered Cygnus X-1 Porter
Oatmeal Stout
Black Helicopter Coffee Stout
Bermuda Triangle Triple
Unfiltered Northwest Passage
By-Tor – Banana Nut infused CygnusCheers!
A brief programming note: We will be open on the 22 & 23 for growler sales from 3:30 – 6:30 and closed on the 24th.
Hey all, here’s the latest from the Brau Bros., sent via their e-mail updates.
Hey Everyone,
Just a quick note to update you on a few things out of Lucan…
First, Brau Bros will be featured on KSTP’s 10pm news this Sunday night. Jason Davis, from “On the Road with Jason Davis” was here to do a little story about the brewery and the town. I believe it will be re-aired Monday during the 11-12 noon news, and Tuesday during Twin Cities Live. I think we’ll see our friends at the BrauHaus on there as well.
Rainwater Oak-Aged Stout is still in the works. We are very impatiently awaiting final label approval. When we get word, we’ll ship. I’m hoping within a week’s time.
Elisha’s Olde Ale was brewed on Dec 5, and it is progressing nicely. Done as a group brew, with help from South Dakota’s very knowledgeable home brewers and some Minnesota volunteers as well, we’re anxiously waiting for this one. It’ll get a few weeks on oak and possibly get a late-winter release. I’m guessing most of this will go to SD, however I’m sure they’ll share.
Just shipped our first kegs of Cream Stout Nitro. Something new for the holidays, it layers perfectly on Sheephead. We call it a Black Sheep. Ask for it wherever you see a cool looking stout faucet.
Finally, if you’re in the area or passing through on the way to Grandmothers house over the holidays, stop in and visit us! Call or shoot me an email to set up a tour. City folk are always welcome and as always, plenty of free parking!
Take care,
Dustin
That time of year is once again here. Here is some useful info for you.
Monday 12/21 5pm–
*Annual holiday fire with Mulled ale begins (Mulled Ale on the house…thanks for your continued patronage) Fire 5-7pm Mulled Ale while supply lasts.* Release Festivus 2009 (this year Chocolate Coffee Stout made with Yeti Blend from our own Peace Coffee, Minneapolis)
*Part of Festivus release is your chance to “Air your grievances”…..Be Nice! Please refrain from “Feats of Strength”!
* Christmas Holiday growler pack available “Elves Elixer”, “Angel’s Abbey”, “Festivus” buy all three and save three bucks.
* Check out merchandise packs for that beer lover on your list-Growlers, Glassware, T-shirts, Hooded Fleece Winter Wear……and we have bundle package savings.
* Monday 12/28 Release 5 pm “Grinch’s Grog” (yes that will also be part of the growler pack choice available through New Year’s)
* We also have 1800 and Wee Heavy ready…..expect to see those in early Jan.
* Also, we will feature a special dinner New Year’s Eve. Menu next week.
Have a great holiday season!
Mike