Tappings @ the Draught House

Tapping today or tomorrow at Draught House:






























Allagash Odyssey.

NB Tart Lychee and Sahti.

Brewtopia @ Central Market - Today, Sept. 30

Brewtopia continues today:

SOUTH LAMAR
Thursday, September 30, 2010
6:30 – 9 p.m. Beer 101, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Seth Pollard, CM Beer & Wine Manager
Scot Loranc, CM Cooking School
Cost: $50
Class description: Explore the wonderful world of beer—history, traditions, styles, and brewing terminology—as you taste an array of CM’s best brews, paired with this beer-worthy menu: Wings with Blue Cheese; Jalapeño Shrimp with Bacon & Sriracha Ranch Dip; Bock-Marinated Brats with Homemade Mustard; Pulled Pork Sliders with Potato Salad; and Mesquite Grilled Oysters with Hot Sauce.

WESTGATE
Thursday, September 30, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Pyramid Brewery, Sampling in the Beer Department
Tom Bleigh, Brew Master
Cost: Free

Mikkeller Chipotle Porter Keg @ Flying Saucer

Flying Saucer is tapping a keg of Chipotle Porter tonight. Get some, it's right.

Brewtopia @ Central Market - Today, Sept. 29

The lineup for today at BREWTOPIA!!!

North Lamar
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
6:30 – 9 p.m. Louie’s Tex-Mex, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Louis Ortiz, CM Cooking School Instructor
Cost: $40
Class description: Learn to prepare Tex-Mex favorites at home, using authentic fresh ingredients and traditional techniques. Menu includes: Shrimp Campechana; Grilled Chicken Flautas; Blackened Red Fish Enchiladas; and Shrimp & Chicken Chile Rellenos.

Westgate
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Brooklyn Brewery, Sampling in the Beer Department
Cost: Free

I won't be able to make it, does not mean you shouldn't:

Join ERP Software Advice on Thursday, September 30th at 6:00 PM for our second annual summer bash. We’ll serve up free beer from Live Oak Brewing Company along with hors d’ oevres. Of course what’s an Austin party without live music? Members of PolySky will perform an acoustic set at 7:30! Our address is: 714 Congress Avenue, Suite 200 (upstairs). See you there!

Read more: http://www.softwareadvice.com/articles/enterprise/software-advice-triples-headcount-throws-party-1092410/#details#ixzz10wDAGWgd

Austin Beer Week Updated Events

 Things are starting to shape up with Austin Beer Week. While I was in SF they released a slew of events. Below are some highlights I am looking forward to, but check out their website for a more complete list:

Brewtopia @ Central Market - Today, Sept. 28

Today at Central Market:

North Lamar:
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
6:30 – 9 p.m. Brewtopia: From Pint to Plate with Kent Rathbun, Cooking class
in the Cooking School: Kent Rathbun, Chef, Abacus, Jasper’s & Rathbun’s Blue Plate
Cost: $65
Class description: Who better to introduce you to our festival of beers than a local favorite? You’ll learn to prepare these dishes that include beer as an ingredient and how easy it is to pair beer with a variety of flavors. Menu includes: Spicy Lamb Meatballs with Beer Braised Vidalia Onions & Ancho Barbecue Sauce; Grilled Chicken ; Shishito Pepper Skewers with Jasmine Rice; Yellow Curry Sauce; Pan Roasted Striped Bass, Bourbon Cream Corn; Texas Peach Barbecue Sauce; and Cinnamon-Chocolate Molten Cake with Cherry-Beer Ice Cream.

Westgate:
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Harpoon Brewery, Sampling in the Beer Department
Cost: Free
7 – 8 p.m. Beer 101
CM Beer Specialist
Cost: Free, reservation required

Openings and Closings

This is all old news. Sorry, I was in SF. But here it is.

Jester King is brewing! Congratulations guys. 

The Covey closed. Sorry guys. But don't be too sad, they got other stuff going on.

Brewtopia Thursday

Coming up today at Central Market for Brewtopia:

NORTH LAMAR

Thursday, September 23, 2010
4 – 6 p.m. Boulevard Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Steven Pauwels, Brew Master
Cost: Free

6:30 – 9 p.m. The Boulevard Gastropub, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Steven Pauwels, Brew Master, Boulevard & CM Cooking
School Staff
Cost: $60 per person
Class description: Founded in 1989, Boulevard Brewing Co. is the
Midwest’s home for fine ales and lagers. The Brewmaster will
discuss the mission (to produce fresh, flavorful beers using the
finest traditional ingredients and the best of both old and new
brewing techniques) as you enjoy: Unfiltered Wheat Beer, a GABF
gold medal winning brew and the best selling craft beer in the U.S.
that will be paired with Panzanella Salad; Single Wide IPA, an
American version of a style that originated in 18th C Great Britain,
that has a prominent flowery, grapefruit hop aroma, a moderate
caramel malt flavor and should pair perfectly with Indonesian-style
Shrimp Salad; Bob’s 47 Oktoberfest is a medium bodied, Munichstyle
lager and will be paired with Polpette (Fried Torpedo Shaped
Meatballs); Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale begins with fruity aromatics and
grapefruit hoppy notes that taper off to a peppery, dry finish and
complements Chicken Roulades with Taleggio Cheese; and The
Sixth Glass, a Belgian-style Strong Ale, is full bodied and will be
presented with Chocolate Mousse.

WESTGATE
Thursday, September 23, 2010

4 – 7 p.m. Victory Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Cost: Free

BeerTownAustin/Craft Austin Bike Pub Crawl

This is happening. Obviously, it will be the CAN'T MISS event of Austin Beer Week. More details to follow, but go to BA and let us know if you are attending.

Black Star Open

Black Star opens today at 4. From their FB:

Black Star Co-op Pub & Brewery We're now open daily from 4PM to midnight! Come in any evening for Texas pub fare and fine craft beers from our guest taps. The house beers will be brewing soon.

Draught House Events During Austin Beer Week

Draught House has a big October planned. Not only are they turning 42 and throwing a big party, they also have all this lined up for Austin Beer Week. From Josh:

Sunday Oct. 24th- The first annual Beer Olympics. Beer games such as Crap Beer Toss and Keg Rolling will be held, with prizes.

Monday Oct. 25th- Unmoderated cheese tasting. Taste as many or as few beers and cheese parings as you like.

Tuesday Oct. 26th- Meet the brewers and owners of Jester King and try their beers. (they say the beer will be flowing...)

Wednesday Oct. 27th- Austin brewery pint glass night. Pint glass available when buying any Austin beer.

Thursday Oct. 28th- New Brewer night. Come out and meet the up and coming brewers, such as Hops and Grain, Circle, South Austin Brewing Company, Adelbert's, Twisted X, and more.

Friday Oct. 29th- Meet the brewers and owner of (512) Brewing Company. I am hoping they bring something special too.

Happening this week @ Brewtopia (aka Central Market) 1

Wednesday is the first day of Brewtopia at Central Market. I will be at the Beer Roundup:

NORTH LAMAR
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Beer Round-Up, Happy hour event on the Mezzanine
CM Cooking School Staff; Beer Experts; Bakers; and
Deli/Cheese Experts
Cost: $30 per person or $20 for two or more


WESTGATE
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Boulevard Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Steven Pauwels, Brew Master
Cost: Free

Texas GABF Winners

The big winner is Saint Arnold. See the full list here.

Mission District Beer

I am headed to SF with the family next week. We are staying near the mission district. This great article has me locked and loaded for the trip. Thanks Javier.

GABFed

We had a AntiGABF party last night at Draught House. It was killer. BTA shot this amazing video:



Don't worry GABFers, we love you and were just having a bit of fun. And crying in our beer wishing we were at GABF.

Ommegang Dinner @ Flying Saucer (plus a note on FS expansion)

This from Sam at Flying Saucer:

Hopefully our expansion will be finished by then and we can have it in our new sweet 1000 sq foot private room. Fingers crossed.

Witte: with some mussels, I will be putting together a sauce/broth for these mussels that incorporates the witte.

Hennepin: Intermediate course with a cheese pairing. Triple Creme Brie

Rare Vos: A fried pork and banana won ton with a sweet/spicy sauce, I would definitely want to keep the spice low on this one. Pork has a savory aspect that works well with sweetness and I wanted to hone in on this aspect of the beer and food.

BPA: For this another intermediate cheese dish. This time, step up the funk a bit and go to a stilton.

Abbey: A full flavored brew like this needs some full flavors to keep up with it. Nothing too spicy that will over power the brew, gotta let those delicate flavors come out. I am going with a Beef and mushroom stew with Abbey added.

Three Philosophers: Brownies made with the beer a la mode.

Jason has also said he will be bringing some goodies from the brewery for "after dinner tasting" He mentioned some specifics but Im keeping my mouth shut until I see them.

Go Texan Week @ Opal Divines

September 27-October 1:

'Go Texas Beer' week during the GoTexan Restaurant Roundup means Opal's is going BIG by putting Texas Beers on Every Tap the week of Sept 28 through Oct 2nd! We're also tapping some special cask conditioned ales during the week.

....

This is all for a great cause as well, 5% of the proceeds from the sale of all our Texas beers during this week will be donated to the Capital Area Food Bank! Texans drinking Texas Beers helping Texas Charities, What a great idea!

This year we'll be featuring different breweries on different days of the week. On the featured brewery days all their pints that are normally $4.50 we'll be only $2.50! Look for some special releases on these days! The schedule is:

Monday - 512 Brewing

Tuesday - Independence Brewing Company

Wednesday - All Texas Breweries!

Thursday - Real Ale Brewing Company

Friday - Live Oak Brewing Company

Wednesdays at Opal's is always Two for Texas ($2.50 Texas beers from open to close)

We also have beer specials every night of the week
Monday is Belgian Beer Night | Tuesday is Pint Night | Wed is 2 for Texas | and Thursday through Saturday get $1 off selected drafts from 4-7PM and all day on Sunday!

Last year was fun. More to come this year. Damn, the next two months are hella busy, beer wise.

Antonelli's Cheese Dinner & Pairing at 24 Diner

Just saw this come across the wires (facebook):

We are excited to partner up with Antonelli's Cheese Shop here in Austin to bring you a five course dinner with both beer & wine pairings! Seats are limited for this event, so please call us at 512-472-5400 or email info@24diner.com to reserve your spot!

24 DINER & ANTONELLI’S CHEESE SHOP PAIRING MENU

September 29 · 7:00pm - 9:00pm

GOUGÈRES
•Quicke’s Clothbound Cheddar Great Britain / Cow’s Milk / Firm
•Harpoon UFO White

FIRST COURSE
•Cheese Plate with Honeycomb, Pear Mostarda & Toasted Nuts
•Uplands Cheese Co. Pleasant Ridge Reserve Wisconsin / Cow’s Milk / Semi-Firm
•Pure Luck Hopelessly Blue Texas / Goat’s Milk / Blue
•Ommegang Hennepin

SECOND COURSE
•French Onion Soup with Beef Stock, Crouton & Hatch, Sweet & Red Onions
•Wildspitz Switzerland / Cow’s & Goat’s Milk / Semi-Soft
•Hoch-Ybrig Switzerland / Cow’s Milk / Firm
•Bedretto Switzerland / Cow’s Milk / Firm
•Real Ale Oktoberfest

THIRD COURSE
•Ravioli with Roasted Mushrooms, Mint, Caramelized Pecans & Brown Butter
•Robiola Tre Latte Italy / Cow’s, Goat’s & Sheep’s Milk / Soft Ripened
•Domaine Dominique Cornin, Mâcon-Chaintré, 2005

FOURTH COURSE
•Roasted Lamb on Risotto with Fried Goat Cheese & Charred Brussels Sprouts
•Taleggio Italy / Cow’s Milk / Washed Rind
•Sartori SarVecchio Wisconsin / Cow’s Milk / Hard
•Bianco Sardo Italy / Sheep’s Milk / Hard
•Redwood Hill Chèvre California / Goat’s Milk / Fresh Ripened
•Château des Tours, Côtes du Rhône, 2004

FIFTH COURSE
•French Bleu Tart with Champagne and Jasmine Poached Pear
•Saint Agur France / Cow’s Milk / Double Cream Blue Ripened
•Château Les Justices, Sauternes, 2004

$60 per person

Freetail Anake - Oct. 9

These days there is so much going on in Austin it is hard to keep up with great spots like Freetail. I love Freetail and visit them every time I am down in San Antonio. Thank god for the internet:

October 9, 2010: Ananke. Wild ale aged in used wine casks for 7 months. Divinely sour. Named after the Greek Goddess of Necessity.

The reviews look good. I need to be back in Austin for Sonic Youth that night, but I may try to swing a morning mission to SA.

h/t: thatkidmar

Flying Saucer Fall Beer Fest Tickets

Buy yr tickets now. It looks like they are going to do the flat-cover-and-unlimited-tastings thing. I like that.

My First Pint

I stole yr banner Rob, now we are even.

Have you seen Rob Landerman's (Ranger Creek Brewer) bog? Check it out.

I'm on their too, cluing you in on My First Pint.

Draught House is 42

They look pretty good for 42.

BTA: Darkside Fermentation to Expand to Full Brewery within a Year

Beertown Austin sat down with San Marcos' favorite nano brewery for the latest Over a Pint. Some good tidbits, but the main point of interest is that Silas Parker of Darkside is planning on expanding to full production next year.

I am a Craft Beer Drinker

Duh, I have a bleedin' blog about it. Last year or whenever it was, when Greg Koch came out with that I am a Craft Brewer video, I had the idea to make a spoof of it called I am a Craft Beer Drinker. I was going to shoot it at the Draught House with patrons of the pub. The idea was for every one to get more and more drunk as the video went along, ending in complete nonsense. Now that would have been a good video. But I was either too lazy or too busy to fully realize my dream. That was probably a good thing, because the craft beer scene seemingly has little room for cynicism. The video probably would have been shouted down and defamed.

As you know, Greg's original video inspired many, not me, I was just embarrassed. But maybe I am just a jerk. Where I am cynical, others out there are sincere (and apparently more hardworking). New Brew Thursday released I am Craft Beer Drinker over the weekend. I am not going to put the video on the site, but you can watch it here. I know it is inspired, but they basically use the same song, same script, shoot the video in the same style and is almost exactly the same length as Greg's video. Come on.

But I ain't hatin.' It's just not for me. This is more my speed. It may seem to have nothing to do with beer, but I think it's more about craft beer than any Sigur Ros laden cheese fest:

Brewtopia @ North Lamar Central Market - Sept. 22 — Oct. 5

List of North Lamar events:

Wednesday, September 22, 2010
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Beer Round-Up, Happy hour event on the Mezzanine
CM Cooking School Staff; Beer Experts; Bakers; and
Deli/Cheese Experts
Cost: $30 per person or $20 for two or more

Thursday, September 23, 2010
4 – 6 p.m. Boulevard Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Steven Pauwels, Brew Master
Cost: Free

6:30 – 9 p.m. The Boulevard Gastropub, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Steven Pauwels, Brew Master, Boulevard & CM Cooking
School Staff
Cost: $60 per person
Class description: Founded in 1989, Boulevard Brewing Co. is the
Midwest’s home for fine ales and lagers. The Brewmaster will
discuss the mission (to produce fresh, flavorful beers using the
finest traditional ingredients and the best of both old and new
brewing techniques) as you enjoy: Unfiltered Wheat Beer, a GABF
gold medal winning brew and the best selling craft beer in the U.S.
that will be paired with Panzanella Salad; Single Wide IPA, an
American version of a style that originated in 18th C Great Britain,
that has a prominent flowery, grapefruit hop aroma, a moderate
caramel malt flavor and should pair perfectly with Indonesian-style
Shrimp Salad; Bob’s 47 Oktoberfest is a medium bodied, Munichstyle
lager and will be paired with Polpette (Fried Torpedo Shaped
Meatballs); Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale begins with fruity aromatics and
grapefruit hoppy notes that taper off to a peppery, dry finish and
complements Chicken Roulades with Taleggio Cheese; and The
Sixth Glass, a Belgian-style Strong Ale, is full bodied and will be
presented with Chocolate Mousse.

Friday, September 24, 2010
4 – 6 p.m. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer
Department
Terence Sullivan, Brew Master
Cost: Free

6:30 – 9 p.m. The Sierra Nevada Gastropub, Cooking class in the Cooking
School
Terence Sullivan, Brew Master, Sierra Nevada & CM Cooking
School Staff
Cost: $55
Class description: A standard in the industry, Sierra Nevada began
with experimentation by two home brewers. The company’s
dedication to quality products remains after almost thirty years of
production. Enjoy three brews that are available year round and
one seasonal beer, each paired with small plates that will
complement their unique qualities. As the Brew Master discusses
each beer and answers your questions, you’ll enjoy: Sierra Nevada
Pale Ale, an exceptionally full-bodied, complex character with a
fragrant bouquet & spicy flavor paired with Crispy, Spicy
Avocadoes with Cilantro; Torpedo Ale, an American IPA with
bold , assertive flavors and complex citrus, pine & herbal notes in
the aroma, paired with Cajun Shepherd’s Pie; Kellerweis, one of
the only American Hefeweizens made using the traditional Bavarian
style of open fermentation, paired with Frisée aux Lardons (Curly
Endive Salad with Bacon & a Poached Egg); and Tumbler
Autumn Brown Ale, with a gracefully smooth malt character, paired
with Chapa Bread filled with Coffee Rubbed Rib Eye.

Saturday, September 25, 2010
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Breckenridge Brewery, Sampling in the Beer Department
Brew Master
Cost: Free

2 – 5 p.m. Real Ale Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Brad Farbstein, Owner
Cost: Free

6:30 – 9 p.m. The Real Ale Gastropub, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Brad Farbstein, Owner, Real Ale & CM Cooking School Staff
Cost: $55
Class description: Real Ale Brewing Co. was founded in 1996 in the
small Hill Country town of Blanco. In 1998, Brad Farbstein bought
the small family owned brewery, which has seen a meteoric rise in
production. Enjoy sampling his brews while our Cooking School
staff creates dishes that will perfectly pair with them. Menu
includes: FULL MOON PALE RYE ALE, an assertive American
amber ale will be complemented by Hoosier Chicken with Potato
Chip Crust; FIREMAN #4 BLONDE ALE, refreshing blonde ale
that stands up to the Texas heat will be served with Mixed Green
Salad with Sichuan Peppercorns; OKTOBERFEST, brewed
using traditional Bavarian methods and the highest quality German
malt, hops and yeast. Well balanced and satisfying, this lager
should be complemented by the earthy richness of Hummus &
Toasted Pita Bread; BREWHOUSE BROWN, rich and roasty with
a dry finish, this delicious dark ale with be paired with Wild
Mushroom Struedel; and RIO BLANCO PALE ALE, a uniquely
Texas version of an English-style pale ale, has a crisp finish and a
delicate aroma that should be complemented by Grilled Lamb
Kebabs with Smoky Tomato Sauce.

Sunday, September 26, 2010
12 – 3 p.m. Breckenridge Brewery, Sampling in the Beer Department
Brew Master
Cost: Free

6:30 – 9 p.m. Outdoor Grilling, Cooking class on the Mezzanine
Louis Ortiz, CM Cooking School
Cost: $60
Cost: Fall is the best time for grilling in Texas. On our shaded
upstairs mezzanine, you'll learn the best way to prepare your pit,
build your fire and experience the pros and cons of gas vs. charcoal
grilling. Using a variety of seasonings and marinades, you will grill,
then enjoy these dishes paired with specialty beers: Burgers; Sirloin
Steak; Salmon; Chicken Breasts and Thighs; and Vegetables.

Monday, September 27, 2010
6:30 – 9 p.m. Rather Sweet Double Take, Cooking Class in the Cooking School
Rebecca Rather, Cookbook Author; Pastry Chef/Owner,
Rather Sweet Bakery, Fredericksburg
Cost: $55
Class description: Indulge in Rebecca’s delightful fall menu,
showcasing local seasonal produce and cheeses: Sweet Potato
Scones; Jailhouse Potato Cinnamon Rolls; Southern Comfort Apple
Pie; Apple Spiced Layer Cake with Caramel Swirl Icing; Savory
Crab & Shrimp Cheesecake with Baby Greens in Balsamic
Vinaigrette; and Individual Chocolate-Dipped Cheesecake Bites.
Samples will be paired with specialty beers.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010
6:30 – 9 p.m. Brewtopia: From Pint to Plate with Kent Rathbun, Cooking class
in the Cooking School
Kent Rathbun, Chef, Abacus, Jasper’s & Rathbun’s Blue Plate
Cost: $65
Class description: Who better to introduce you to our festival of
beers than a local favorite? You’ll learn to prepare these dishes that
include beer as an ingredient and how easy it is to pair beer with a
variety of flavors. Menu includes: Spicy Lamb Meatballs with Beer
Braised Vidalia Onions & Ancho Barbecue Sauce; Grilled Chicken
& Shishito Pepper Skewers with Jasmine Rice & Yellow Curry
Sauce; Pan Roasted Striped Bass, Bourbon Cream Corn & Texas
Peach Barbecue Sauce; and Cinnamon-Chocolate Molten Cake
with Cherry-Beer Ice Cream.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010
6:30 – 9 p.m. Louie’s Tex-Mex, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Louis Ortiz, CM Cooking School Instructor
Cost: $40
Class description: Learn to prepare Tex-Mex favorites at home,
using authentic fresh ingredients and traditional techniques. Menu
includes: Shrimp Campechana; Grilled Chicken Flautas; Blackened
Red Fish Enchiladas; and Shrimp & Chicken Chile Rellenos.

Thursday, September 30, 2010
6:30 – 9 p.m. Beer 101, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Seth Pollard, CM Beer & Wine Manager
Scot Loranc, CM Cooking School
Cost: $50
Class description: Explore the wonderful world of beer—history,
traditions, styles, and brewing terminology—as you taste an array
of CM’s best brews, paired with this beer-worthy menu: Wings with
Blue Cheese; Jalapeño Shrimp with Bacon & Sriracha Ranch Dip;
Bock-Marinated Brats with Homemade Mustard; Pulled Pork
Sliders with Potato Salad; and Mesquite Grilled Oysters with Hot
Sauce.

Friday, October 1, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. New Belgium Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer
Department
Brew Master/Sensory Specialist
Cost: Free

6:30 – 9 p.m. Big 12 & Beer, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Christina Lee, CM Cooking School Instructor
Cost: $50
Class description: It’s tailgating season! We’ve paired great party
food and excellent beers for your enjoyment and inspiration. Menu
includes: Shrimp & Snapper Tacos with Cilantro Cream with an
American Pale Ale; Beef Satay with a Belgian Saison; Grilled
Venison Sausage with Cherry Ketchup with a British Porter; Cedar
Plank Salmon with Dill Crème Fraîche with a German Pilsner; and
Shortbread Cookies with a Scottish Ale.

Saturday, October 2, 2010
6:30 – 9 p.m. Shiner Beer Dinner, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Jaime Jurado, Shiner & CM Cooking School Staff
Cost: $60
Class description: Since 1909, the Spoetzl Brewery has been
handcrafting some of the finest beers in Texas. Sample these
delicious brews as Jaime discusses a little of the history and some
of the traditional techniques that produce: Shiner Oktoberfest with
its deep amber color and slightly toasted flavor pairs well with
Chicken Meatball Lasagnettes; and Shiner Bock, in the Bavarian
tradition, is strong and malty, with a smoothness developed over
months of cold aging and will be paired with Stuffed Pork Loin with
Sautèed Apples & Potato Dumplings. The Brew Master plans to
unveil special beers at this special dinner, so plan to join us.

Sunday, October 3, 2010
3 – 5:30 p.m. Home Brewing Workshop, Cooking class in the Cooking School
Cost: $10

Brewtopia @ Westgate Central Market - Sept. 22 — Oct. 5

List of events (N. Lamar events later):

WESTGATE

Wednesday, September 22, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Boulevard Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Steven Pauwels, Brew Master
Cost: Free

Thursday, September 23, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Victory Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Cost: Free

Friday, September 24, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. North Coast Brewing, Sampling in the Beer Department
Cost: Free

Saturday, September 25, 2010
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Magic Hat Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Matt Cohen, Brew Master
Cost: Free

2 – 5 p.m. Real Ale Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Tim Schwartz, Brew Master
Cost: Free

6:30 – 9 p.m. Magic Hat Dinner, Beer Dinner in the Café
Matt Cohen, Brew Master
Cost: $30 per person

Sunday, September 26, 2010
12 – 3 p.m. Stone Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Cost: Free

Monday, September 27, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Left Hand Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer Department
Cost: Free

Tuesday, September 28, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Harpoon Brewery, Sampling in the Beer Department
Cost: Free
7 – 8 p.m. Beer 101
CM Beer Specialist
Cost: Free, reservation required

Wednesday, September 29, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Brooklyn Brewery, Sampling in the Beer Department
Cost: Free

Thursday, September 30, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Pyramid Brewery, Sampling in the Beer Department
Tom Bleigh, Brew Master
Cost: Free

Friday, October 1, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. Brewery Ommegang, Sampling in the Beer Department
Brew Master
Cost: Free

Saturday, October 2, 2010
4 – 7 p.m. New Belgium Brewing Company, Sampling in the Beer
Department
Brew Master/Sensory Specialist
Cost: Free

Sunday, October 3, 2010
6:30 – 9 p.m. Shiner Beer Dinner, Beer Dinner in the Café
Jaime Jurado, Shiner
Cost: $25 per person

So, which events are you gonna hit up?

Texas Craft Brewers Mini-Festival during Edible Austin's Eat Local Week

Meet your Texas craft brewers and sample their wares at this popular Eat Local Week event that promises to expand this year into full festival status. Details and venue to be announced! Must be 21 or older to purchase.

Saturday, December 11 at 3:00PM. Tickets are $15. Buy them here.

Man, I Gotta Go to the Draught House

Photo: Ünnecessary Ümlaut

Tonight they are giving away these nifty Lagunitas mason jars for their glass giveaway.

They also have these brews on, which would all be nice to sip:
Saint Arnold Oktoberfest
SA (cask) Weedwacker dry hopped with Amarillo hops
Victory Storm King cask
DFH Theobroma
(512) Two Imperial IPA
Avery The Kaiser
Dogfish Punkin' Spiced Beer
Harpoon Potts Landbier Zwickel/Landbier
Real Ale Oktoberfest
Southern Star Pro-Am Smoked Porter Porter

Austin Beer Week - Saint Arnold Tasting

A hint of what's to come:

@franktex: Teaser for another event for @austinbeerwee - @SaintArnold Divine Reserve 1-9 vertical tasting w/Brock-details coming soon!

Now these guys...

Haha, thanks for the reader tip.

Stone 10.10.10

OK, Matt, when do we show up for the next vertical tasting. . .

h/t: Beernews.org

Jester King + Fredericksburg Oktoberfest

Jeffrey at Wort's Going on Here:

It's official. Jester King Craft Brewery will be selling their beer at Oktoberfest in Fredericksburg, October 1-3.

510 Brewing?

I'm not telling em. You tell em.

h/t: Someone at BTA

Independence Brewing 6th Anniversary Party

From Steve at All Good Beer:

Independence Brewing of Austin, TX is celebrating six years of brewing quality handcrafted beers in South Austin with an anniversary party at the brewery on Saturday, October 23 from 4:00pm ~ 7:30pm. Admission is free, but commemorative anniversary glasses will be available for purchase. A special anniversary beer has also been brewed up for the event. Come out and enjoy live music, games and great beer and help celebrate 6 years of Independence!

MLP #25

. . . with Pete Cabrera of Rogue Ales

Circle Brewing Shaping Up

The floors are done and equipment has arrived. Things are starting to shape up over at Circle Brewing. As always, follow their progress here.

The race is on. Who will be the next Austin brewery open for business?