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I have been a sucker for a great beer ever since that beer hit my lips for the first time back in 2003. Over the course of the past 7 years, my love for beer has grown even stronger. My passion lead me to create this website back in early 2009 with one goal in mind. My goal, to continue to spread the wealth, knowledge, and passion that I have for the liquid. The greatest piece of advice I can give anyone is, be open to everything because you never stop learning! To this very day I am still a disciple, and I always will be, because when one door closes, another opens.
So,I invite you to join us in the never ending journey that is BEER! Let me tell you, there is nothing else like it.
The wait is almost over! It's been nearly a year since Flying Fish has produced a new Exit beer. If you remember Exit 9, Hoppy Scarlet Ale, was released close to this time last year. Exit 8, Chestnut Brown Ale, should be ready for an early March launch. Here is the description: Straight from Flying Fish Exit 8 - Chestnut Brown Ale The long-delayed eighth stop on our multi- year trip brings us to, coincidentally, Exit 8 and celebrates what puts the “Garden” in Garden … [Read more...]
On Sunday March 11th, Fair Food presents, Brewers Plate 2012, being held at the National Constitution Center from 5-9pm. Here you will be able to experience exquisite food and beer pairings from great local chefs and brewers. Now in its 8th year, this year's event will have VIP guests that include: Jose Garces, Bill Covaleski of Victory Brewing Co. and wine author and Daily News columnist, Marnie Old, The Bent Spoon, Birchrun Hills Farm, Bobolink Dairy, Choptank Oyster Company, Doe … [Read more...]
Thought that I would share this with all of you. These are pairings that were put together by, Hunter Fike, Cheesemonger at DiBruno's Cheeses. I chose the beer and he chose the cheese. This is just an overview of the notes that I took. Big thanks to Hunter!!! Enjoy! 1. SBC Gold Munich Helles App: Straw/Gold with a slight white head Aroma: Grainy, sweet malts, slight earthy hop Flavor: Malty sweet, Slight earth/grassy hop bitterness, grainy Body: light-medium Finish: Dry & … [Read more...]
Hello All, and Happy New Year! Sean and I have been kicking this around for a little bit now, and we feel that 2012 is the year to do it! We want to start/form a Bottle Sharing/Trading Club. We are taking this club seriously. So, the beer needed to partake will have to be up to snuff! The goal will be to meet once a month at different locations throughout Philly, BuxCo, and MontCo to allow as many people to partake as possible. It will also allow for bar owners and local brewers to … [Read more...]
Let me begin by telling you ours. We must apologize for the gap in content. On Mother's Day my wife and I welcomed our second child into the world. She is a little bundle of joy, but it has been hard to find time between the family and work. Well, rest assured, there will no longer be a gap in our content. We are going to work hard from this point on to bring you as much news as possible in the beer scene. Now, on to your story. That's right, because of our mess up(Gap in content), … [Read more...]
That's right! You heard me loud and clear. If you missed your chance to try any of Deschutes' beers during Philly Beer Week, here is another chance to taste the goodness. The Hulmeville Inn will be tapping kegs of Black Butte, Obsidian Stout, Twilight Summer Ale, Inversion IPA, and Mirror Pond Pale Ale on Thursday, June 23rd. Events usually kick off around 7pm. If you have never tried these beers, WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU WAITING FOR!!! Now is your chance to try some brews straight … [Read more...]
Looking for good food, good beer, and a nice view? Look no further than Perch Pub in the heart of Center City. Perch offers 12 draft lines and an impressive bottle list that sits around 100 bottles. Steve Schmidt, Perch's beverage manager, likes to keep his drafts mostly local. 11 out of the 12 are constantly rotated, unless a crowd favorite is in stock and he is able to keep it on for a nice run. The bottles are highlights of great beers from around the world with a splash of macro … [Read more...]
On Monday, May 9th the Old Eagle Tavern in Manayunk is hosting their 8th Anniversary party at 7pm. This was originally meant to be a party celebrating their 8 years of business in the neighborhood, but sadly, tragedy struck. Loki, Erin and Scott's German Shepard, a staple at the Old Eagle suddenly passed away. With the loss of Loki, Erin and Scott were set on canceling their party. If it weren't for the the support of the patrons, neighborhood, and beer community, this event … [Read more...]
For any of you that have had a Hoegaarden, Celis White, or St. Bernardus Wit, you have all had a beer crafted by Mr. Pierre Celis. Like Neil Young to grunge, Celis was the Godfather of Witbiers. Celis passed away on April 9th at the age of 86. You can read more about Celis here. Cheers Pierre! The King is gone, but he's not forgotten!!! … [Read more...]
That's right! Please join us for our first official Big Beer Guy event. The Big Beer Guy and the Craft Beer Outlet proudly present........... The 1st Big Beer Guy Bottle Party The event will take place on Saturday April 23rd at 7pm. The Craft Beer Outlet was kind enough to host our first of many events to come this year. Here is the break down for the event. The event is FREE to attend. Each person is to bring 2 bottles of something rare or not obtainable in PA, or if you do not … [Read more...]