Beer Events
GABF Event Preview | NBB & Leopold Bros Whiskey Sour Barrel Hour
September 25, 2015 | Tristan Chan
When: Saturday, September 26 at 1pm
Where: Ophelia’s Electric Soapbox – 1215 20th Street, Denver, CO
Pat yourself on the back. You’ve survived most of GABF week and you’re still … Read More
Red Brick Brewing | Georgia’s Oldest Craft Brewery Celebrates 22 Years
September 25, 2015 | Jess Baker
This weekend, Atlanta’s Red Brick Brewing Co., Georgia’s oldest craft brewery, is throwing a big birthday bash for its 22 anniversary — and there’s a lot to celebrate.
Event Recap | Beers Made By Walking
September 25, 2015 | Holly Gerard
Beers Made By Walking is a national event that highlights unique beers only found at the festival, that were inspired by nature walks in the brewer’s home state. The … Read More
Creature Comforts | See The Stars Maple Bourbon Barrel Aged Stout
September 24, 2015 | Johnathan Pylant
ABV: 10.9%
Creature Comforts Brewing Co. experienced a milestone this month that was marked with a handful of firsts for the brewery. They bottled their first barrel aged stout, which was released at their first bottle release event that turned out to be their largest event since opening. The entire event was calculated with as much attention to the details as possible. The beer, See the Stars, was more than a year in the making. The patience, initiative and discipline to make all this happen shines through the brew it became. Read More
303 Magazine Presents | Where to Eat Near GABF
September 22, 2015 | Brittany Werges
Story by Brittany Werges, Food and Booze Editor for 303 Magazine. Check out 303 for more GABF coverage throughout the week!
Every year, during early fall, Denver turns into what … Read More
2015 GABF | Must Try GABF Events
September 21, 2015 | Cory Pelc
WELCOME TO GABF WEEK 2015! Lace those drinkin’ boots up, tighten up that lederhosen, and let’s get ready to drink our weights in delicious craft beer!!!!!
We have been updating our events calendar for the last few weeks and we realize that it is as heady as a freshly shaken Belgian beer . . . We are foaming at the brim with events. We have a lot going on but have highlighted some of our favorite events.
What events will you make it to this week?!
Event Recap | Snallygaster
September 21, 2015 | Admin
Guest Post Written By: Daniel Workman
Overcast and rainy conditions failed to dampen (although they might have chilled) spirits amongst attendees at he fourth annual installment Snallygaster craft beer and … Read More
Event Preview | One Holy Toast (Washington D.C)
September 10, 2015 | Stacey Goers
Photo credit: Author’s recent visit to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
The hype over the visit of Pope Francis to the nation’s Capitol on Sept. 23 … Read More
PorchDrinking’s Weekly Denver Beer Beat
September 9, 2015 | Cory Pelc
Average Reading Time: [2 min]
Well, we said Bye Felicia to wearing white and Labor Day has come and gone. That means it’s pretty much fall. Which I am fucking … Read More
Event Recap | Great Lakes Burning River Fest 2015
September 9, 2015 | John Amantea
Co-authored by Kevin Risner
John’s Recap of Friday, August 28
As I made my way past the sand volleyball pits on Whiskey Island, forged up and down the hills of Wendy Park through clouds of gnats and approaching the Old Coast Guard Station, I could feel a different air to 2015’s version of Burning River Fest. The station’s main tower rises above the line of trees, bearing the projected logo of the festival. A clear evening and setting sun over the lake set the perfect environment for an intimate affair, as droves of locals made their way to partake in local food, enjoy the live music of Brian Johnson, Gretchen Pleuss, The Portersharks (among other acts) and to taste the debut of Great Lake’s newest brew, Steady Rollin’.
Festival Recap | Augusta Beerfest 2015
September 8, 2015 | Johnathan Pylant
The 2nd Annual Augusta Beerfest was full of fun and flavor this year. There were dozens of breweries showcasing their most popular beers. Imbibers had over 100 beers to to sample and enjoy throughout each session. A few vendors were present displaying products and explaining their business concepts to the inquisitive passerby. All-in-all, this was a successful festival that remains the only show in town for the second year running.
Event Preview | Samuel Adams’ For the Love of Beer Fest
September 3, 2015 | Mike Zoller
When: Saturday, September 12, 2015
1st Session: 1-4pm | 2nd Session: 5-8pm
Where: Millenium Park, Chicago, IL
As summer winds down and beer festivals begin to head indoors, Chicagoans can take advantage of one of the last outdoor festivals of the season. Chicago will play host to Samuel Adams’ first ever “For the Love of Beer Fest” which will take place Sept. 12th in Millennium Park.
PorchDrinking’s Weekly Denver Beer Beat
September 2, 2015 | Cory Pelc
Average Reading Time: [2 min]
I must eat crow about not being very wax poetic on the #DenverBeerBeat this month. There are always lots of amazing events in Denver and … Read More
Event Preview | CSA Tap Takeover & Oktoberfest at First Draft
August 31, 2015 | Tristan Chan
Location: 1309 26th Street, Denver, CO
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2015
Two weeks ago we announced that Bells Brewery would be taking Colorado by storm for a brief GABF stint … Read More
Event Preview | Offensively Delicious: A Craft Beer Comedy Show presented by Renegade Brewing Company and Sexpot Comedy
August 31, 2015 | Brady Akers
When: Wednesday, September 23, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Oriental Theatre (Denver, CO)
For the second year in a row, Renegade and Sexpot Comedy are joining forces to kick off Great American Beer Festival with the unique and incredibly fun Offensively Delicious Craft Beer Comedy Show. Combining some of the best local and national comics with an elite 10 brewery mini beer fest, the show gets you ready for the U.S.’s premier beer event that starts the following day.
Hops & Pie Tease GABF Week Rare Beer Events
August 28, 2015 | Chris Day
Veterans of the Great American Beer Festival know the festivities that week aren’t limited to three days at the Colorado Convention Center. Exotic beers seem to magically appear in every nook and cranny of Denver and surrounding areas. After receiving a sneak peek at some of what Berkeley’s Hops & Pie has planned, we suggest making time in your schedule for a field trip.
PorchDrinking’s Weekly Denver Beer Beat
August 26, 2015 | Cory Pelc
Average Reading Time: [2 min]
The #DenverBeerBeat is here. . . Ready. Set. Go!
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Check out these events and many more in the calendar to plan your week accordingly! … Read More
Festival Recap | Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival 2015
August 24, 2015 | Cory Pelc
Average Reading Time: [7 min]
With a year under our belt, Chris Day and myself ventured back up to Broomfield for our second Rocky Mountain Cigar Festival over the weekend. We recruited our old friends Will Dozier and Lynn Thayer to help us celebrate festivities and help out with photography. We’ll recap our travels and triumphs here and would love to hear everyone else’s feedback as well.
Event Recap | Rocky Mountain Folks Festival
August 20, 2015 | Courtney Allen 1
The Rocky Mountain Folks Festival might be the only festival in the world where one can float down a river while watching musicians perform on the main stage. It’s a small town festival with big charm. In its 25th year, it did not disappoint. Read More
Event Preview | Hopped Up Hilarity
August 20, 2015 | Stacey Goers
The DC Improv Comedy Club decided it would bring DC Brau into its bar taps to happily fuel the crews and attendees of its late-night shows and support the local brew. Being creative souls, The DC Improv team wanted to have some fun with this effort.
Photo courtesy of The DC Improv.
The Hopped Up Hilarity event on Sept. 16 will not only debut pints of DC Brau (starting with The Corruption, an IPA with a 6.5% ABV), but will also feature drinking stories. Funny drinking stories. From amateurs. Read More
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