Sierra Nevada Introduces Kellerweis As Newest Year-Round Beer

Via BeerAdvocate:

Chico, CA (03/06/2009) --Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is pleased to announce the release of Kellerweis Hefeweizen into their year-round portfolio of beers. This is the second new year-round release from the brewery in 2009, and a great addition to their lineup of world-class beers.

The name Sierra Nevada is synonymous with hops, and lots of them. Kellerweis is an exception to that rule, but fortunately, no less exceptional.

Several years ago, the brewers began working with a unique Bavarian hefeweizen yeast strain unknown in this country. This amazingly flavorful yeast was so exciting that they began working on a recipe for a traditional German hefeweizen with the Sierra Nevada twist. Traditional hefeweizen is a style that seems deceptively simple, but in reality is devilishly complex. For years the brewers weren't satisfied with the beer; something was missing. In a flash of inspiration, an epic trip was arranged. The brewers took a whirlwind tour through the legendary Bavarian wheat breweries to see what they were doing. It was there they realized the advantages of making wheat beer using the traditional system of open fermentation.

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After seeing the technique in use in Germany, the inspiration to make Kellerweis in the open system took hold. The name is an homage to the German Keller, meaning cellar--the name breweries give to their fermentation systems, and weis, or weiss--the German name for "white" or wheat beer, hazy with suspended yeast.

Kellerweis is a light and refreshing beer with deep complexity of flavor. The yeast provides hints of fruit flavors and spices, including ripe banana and clove. This hazy-golden beer glows with suspended yeast creating a velvety texture; perfect for a sunny California day. Sierra Nevada's Kellerweis Hefeweizen will be available in 6-packs starting in early summer 2009.

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Get gnarly! Ok, that is it. Move along.

TwitterTasteLive: Dogfish Head

If I can get over this damn cold by tomorrow, I will be participating.

(512) ALT - Spring Open House

(512) Brewing announced today the release of their newest seasonal: (512) ALT. I am assuming this will be an altbier, to which I say, bring it on.

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Screenings in and around Austin: 4/16/09

Fathom and Ducks In A Row Entertainment present Beer Wars LIVE with Ben Stein, a one night event taking you inside the boardrooms and back rooms of the American beer industry. The event will feature the exclusive never-before-seen documentary Beer Wars, followed by a riveting live discussion led by Ben Stein with America’s leading independent brewers and experts. Playing in over 430 movie theatres nationwide on Thursday, April 16th, beer industry insiders will take you behind-the-scenes of their quest for the American Dream.

Beer Wars will introduce you to the who’s who in beer while following the journey of small, independent brewers who are challenging the corporate giants. Director Anat Baron provides an insider’s perspective of the daily battles and all out wars that dominate one of America’s favorite industries.

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Saint Arnold - Austin

From SA:

MONDAY/TUESDAY MARCH 2 & 3, "Brits & Beers", Central Market, Westgate, 6pm-TWO evenings of some of Britain's finest cheeses with the full line of Saint Arnold Beers! Call 512-899-4300 X245(Miguel) or ask for Beer & Wine.

MONDAY, MARCH 2, Ginger Man, 6pm-Spring Bock Pint Night! Stop by the G before they move to their new location, and secure yourself a Saint Arnold Spring Bock pint glass(while they last!).

THURSDAY, MARCH 5, "A Brilliant Revolution", Blue Theater, 916 Springdale Rd. Opening Night of this sound-centric production features the musical stylings of San Marcos band, Our Favorite Colors, as well as a live foley artist. Saint Arnold will also be featured at the closing, March 15.http://www.dnvtheatre.com/

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, Zax Pints & Plates, 6pm-Spring Bock Pint Night! No, Zax isn't moving, but that's no reason to not come by and have a cold Spring Bock, and get a pint glass.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, "Music Pizza Meltdown", Flatbed World Headquarters(2830 MLK), midnight- This event features 13 bands from across the country, free pizza from a variety of independent pizzerias, and Saint Arnold beer.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MARCH 20-22, BBQ Cook-off, BMF Cooks, Travis County Fairgrounds-If SXSW isn't your cup of tea, head over to the Rodeo BBQ Cook-off and have some soon-to-be award winning BBQ and lots of Saint Arnold beer! Look for the booth with the Saint Arnold banner-probably the only good beer out there! Yee-hah!

SATURDAY, MARCH 21, Antones' Records-Freddie Steady's 9th Annual Frontier A Go Go Rock & Roll Hootenanny-Music and Saint Arnold,-your MC is the one and only Beatle Bob!! -Here's the line-up:Love Trucker (8pm), Nervebreakers (7pm), Kenny & the Kasuals (6pm), Magic Christian (5pm), The Freddie Steady 5 with Jenny Wolfe (4pm), The Ugly Beats (3pm), Eve & the Exiles (2pm), Rick Broussard (1pm), Mitch Jacobs Band (noon), Pamela Richardson (11am)

If anyone is going to the SXSW Film Festival, check out the movie, "Two Bobs" for Saint Arnold product placement.

Yard House opening in San Antonio. With Freetail, Flying Saucer and Yard House all within Five miles of our friends home, I guess I won't mind visiting more! After October 1st that is. Sure it is a chain. Sure Draught House will always kick it's ass. It's San Antonio. Be happy with whatever you get.