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Yoshimi Rainbow Sherbet Sour Arrives as Latest Limited Release from Reformation Brewery

Posted on July 19, 2019 by mashingin

Reformation Brewery (Atlanta, Georgia) has officially announced that it will begin the Limited Release of Yoshimi – a Rainbow Sherbet Sour Ale – on Friday, July 19.

Named after an iconic Flaming Lips album and inspired by the “the nostalgia of rainbow sherbet and [Reformation’s] Brewmaster’s flights to Japan”, Yoshimi is a “fruited kettle sour that contains milk sugar & swirls of raspberry, pineapple, & orange.” Clocking in at 5% ABV, Yoshimi is here to hit your summer with a sweet and sour kick.

“We snuck in a few early sherbet sour prototypes from our Workshop, and they took off,” said Spencer Nix, CEO and Co-founder of Reformation Brewery. “We’re always reforming, and having this space to explore timeless and inspired recipes really gives us a chance to hear what our community wants from us. It’s a great space to craft our future alongside the beers we know and love.”

Yoshimi will make its debut at Reformation Brewery’s Woodstock and Canton taproom locations on July 19 and distribution is scheduled to follow shortly after the on-site release. You can expect to find this Limited Release available in 4-packs of 16 oz. cans and on draft at select craft beer-focused establishments located within Reformation’s distribution footprint in Georgia and Tennessee. Prost!

Vital Information for Yoshimi from Reformation Brewery

Release – Limited; July 19, 2019
Style – American Sour Ale
ABV – 5%
Added Ingredients – Raspberry, pineapple, orange & milk sugar
Fun Fact – “Named after the iconic Flaming Lips album of the same name, the label was illustrated by local Georgia artists Madison and Dustin Beaulieu, and depicts the ‘sweet & sour’ personality of the liquid within, and features an eye-patch wearing feline and agile, muscled companion landing a K.O. kick to an oncoming robot.”
Suggested Food Pairings – “Great with creamy fruited desserts, or with a scoop of sherbet on top for a refreshing beer float.”
Availability – 4-packs of 16 oz. cans & draft
Distribution – Georgia & Tennessee
Beer Finder – https://reformationbrewery.com/finder/

Rogue Spirits Rolls Out New Line of Sparkling Canned Cocktails

Posted on July 19, 2019October 3, 2019 by mashingin

Rogue Spirits (Newport, Oregon) has officially announced that it is entering the ready-to-drink arena with the launch of three Sparkling Craft Cocktails – Cucumber Lime Gin Fizz, Cranberry Elderflower Vodka Soda and Ginger Lime Vodka Mule – in select markets on August 1.

Crafted to “embody the spirit of the DIY ethos of mixology”, Rogue’s new selection of gluten-free Sparkling Craft Cocktails are made “with award-winning Rogue Spirits and 100% natural ingredients.” Coming in at just 7.5% ABV, each Sparkling Craft Cocktail “delivers a sophisticated, yet refreshing experience with bona fide craft cocktail credentials.”

This new line will launch with the following three offerings (descriptions sourced directly from Rogue’s press release):

Cucumber Lime Gin Fizz – Inspired by cucumbers grown on Rogue Farms, Rogue Spirits Gin forms the base of this cocktail while the cucumber and lime provide a farm-fresh citrus balance. ABV – 7.5%
Cranberry Elderflower Vodka Soda – Inspired by the cranberries that grow on the Oregon coast, Rogue Spirits Bayfront Vodka forms the base of this cocktail while the cranberry, elderflower and lime add a refreshing tartness. ABV – 7.5%
Ginger Lime Vodka Mule – Inspired by a favorite at the Rogue Pub in Newport, Oregon, Rogue Spirits Bayfront Vodka forms the base of this cocktail while ginger and lime provide a refreshing balance of citrus and spice. ABV – 7.5%

“As brewers we love the convenience of beer in a can, and as distillers we enjoy the complex flavor profiles of a good mixed drink, launching a line of canned cocktails just felt right. Leaning on our 16 years of distilling experience, we developed three amazing cocktails and put them in a can, so you don’t have to worry about mixing up your favorite drink on the go,” says Rogue President Dharma Tamm. “Made with flavors that rival our freshly made bar equivalents, our sparkling craft cocktails are perfect for summer, whether it be camping, at the beach or in your backyard. They can be enjoyed right out of the can or poured over ice.”

Cucumber Lime Gin Fizz, Cranberry Elderflower Vodka Soda and Ginger Lime Vodka Mule will all experience an initial launch on August 1 in Florida, Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Michigan only and a nationwide release is scheduled to follow in January 2020. All three Sparkling Craft Cocktails are available in 4-packs of 12 oz. slim cans. Prost!

Dashfire Bitters Introduces New Selection of Ready-to-Drink Cocktails

Posted on July 18, 2019 by mashingin

Dashfire Bitters (Minnetonka, Minnesota) has officially announced that – with the help of Vision Wine & Spirits, the national sales & import division of Martignetti Companies – it has launched a new line of Ready-to-Drink (RTD) Cocktails in 6-packs of 100ml cans and 750ml bottles.

Developed to conveniently give you the experience of “cocktail rooms and craft cocktail bars” in your home, Dashfire Ready-to-Drinks are “a line of high-proof, complex, ready-to-drink cocktails, featuring a twist on some of the best classic cocktails out there.” All RTD Cocktails feature “base spirits that are combined with unique flavors and bitters.”

Dashfire will launch the RTD series with the following offerings (descriptions sourced directly from the press release issued by Vision Wine & Spirits):

Bourbon Old Fashioned – This ready-to-pour Old Fashioned Cocktail, with its blend of four bitters, natural sugar cane juice, hint of cherry, vanilla, chicory and spirited with bourbon, is about as pleasant an Old Fashioned you can find.
Elderflower Martinez – This Martinez Cocktail is designed to be appreciated by aficionados but also those new to this classic cocktail. This twist on a classic has a pleasant sweetness of pear, tartness of apricot and the subtle aroma of elderflower.
Fig & Cascara Manhattan – This ready-to-pour Manhattan Cocktail is made with Rye Whiskey, Cream Sherry & bitters, elevated with the addition of Black Mission Fig, Cascara Cherry, Vanilla and Rhubarb Root.
Lemon & Lavender Martini – This ready-to-pour Martini stands apart from the rest. With subtle sweetness and an elegant aroma from lemon and lavender bitters, this is a classic with a twist.
Pomegranate El Presidente – This ready-to-pour El Presidente Cocktail is one of very few high-proof rum cocktails out there. Egbert’s version of this classic Cuban Cocktail has house-made grenadine, made from pure pomegranate juice, and cane sugar.
Chai White Russian – This ready-to-pour White Russian is just plain fun and a joy to imbibe. Made from Vodka, Midwest Heavy Cream, and the already beautiful botanicals of their Chai’Walla bitters.

**Serving Suggestions – The 750 ml bottles are ready to be poured over ice for a perfect, premium and restaurant-quality cocktail at any time. Throw the cans in your cooler and you’re ready to enjoy your favorite cocktail at the lake, gathering, boat or golf course. Ice optional.**

“Dashfire’s ready to drink cocktails change the game – people get to enjoy a complete, restaurant quality cocktail at the drop of a hat, whenever and wherever they are.”

– Lee Egbert, Founder of Dashfire Bitters

The RTD Cocktails listed above are rolling out now with availability in 750ml bottles and 6-packs of 100ml cans. You can expect to find Dashfire Ready-to-Drink Cocktails at select liquor retailers located in Georgia, Minnesota, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Washington DC, and Maryland. Prost!

Hidden Springs Ale Works Set for Bottle Release of After Dinner Decadence S’mores Stout

Posted on July 18, 2019 by mashingin

Hidden Springs Ale Works (Tampa, Florida) has officially announced that it will host a bottle release for After Dinner Decadence, a Barrel-aged Imperial S’mores Stout brewed in collaboration with Equilibrium Brewery (Middletown, New York), at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 20.

Concocted by equally mad representatives from Hidden Springs and Equilibrium Brewery to take white rabbit chasing Pastry Stout lovers on “a psychedelic trip down the collab hole”, After Dinner Decadence is a Barrel-aged Imperial S’mores Stout with marshmallow, chocolate, graham crackers, coffee and cherry. Although it has the ability to wear both the “Eat Me” and “Drink Me” instructions, After Dinner Decadence “will make you feel 10 feet tall.”

The bottle release for After Dinner Decadence will take place at Hidden Springs Ale Works (1631 N. Franklin St. | Tampa, Florida) at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 20. Bottles will cost $30 each and the brewery will announce the bottle limit 15 minutes before opening. Cash is preferred, but cards will be accepted.

A couple things to keep in mind if you plan to attend this bottle release:

Parking is available up and down Franklin St., on Henderson just west of Tampa, and on 7th Ave. There are also paid lots located across the street from the brewery and under the I-275 overpass
Once you are in line, make sure that you hug the wall near the door on Henderson so that foot traffic will not be affected on the sidewalks
Above all, please be respectful of the brewery’s neighbors

After Dinner Decadence will not see distribution and is all but guaranteed to experience a quick sellout. If you wish to feed your head with this tasty treat, just make sure that you are in line by the final head count. Prost!

Ithaca Beer Co. Adds Aunt Lupey DIPA to its Big Hoppy Family

Posted on July 17, 2019 by mashingin

Ithaca Beer Co. (Ithaca, New York) has officially announced that Aunt Lupey Double IPA will join the brewery’s 2019 Double IPA Series on October 10.

Here to bring some of that auntie charm to Ithaca’s Big Hoppy Family of Limited Release Double India Pale Ales, Aunt Lupey is a “double dry hopped flavor bomb packed with deep tropical and citrus notes.” Coming in 7.5% ABV, this “slightly hazy sweetheart serves up the potent aroma and flavor of pineapple, passion fruit, mango, papaya, and guava, and is lovingly supported by sweet citrus undertones.”

Aunt Lupey Double IPA will make her debut on October 10 and plans to hang around as long as supplies last. You can expect to find this Limited Release available in 4-packs of 16 oz. cans and on draft at select craft beer-focused establishments located within Ithaca Beer Co.’s distribution footprint. Prost!

Vital Information for Aunt Lupey Double IPA from Ithaca Beer Co.

Release – Limited/2019 Double IPA Series; October 10, 2019
Style – Hazy/Juicy Double India Pale Ale
ABV – 7.5%
Hops – Mosaic, Ekuanot, Simcoe, Citra, Galaxy & Experimental #06300
Malts – 2-Row Pale, Oats, Wheat, Honey
Fun Fact – Previous releases in Ithaca’s Big Hoppy Family of Double IPAs include Mr. Sticky & Uncle Buzzy
Availability – 4-packs of 16 oz. cans & draft

Founders Brewing Co. Expands its Reach to Hawaii, Completes Total U.S. Distribution

Posted on July 17, 2019July 17, 2019 by mashingin

Founders Brewing Co. (Grand Rapids, Michigan) has officially announced that it will successfully complete full nationwide coverage when it launches distribution in Hawaii in late July 2019.

Now that Founders Brewing Co. has entered into a partnership with Odom Hawaii of the Odom Group and the GAB network of wholesalers, Hawaii now marks the 22 year-old-brewery’s 50th state of distribution. To properly introduce themselves to the beer-loving masses in Hawaii and celebrate the achievement of reaching total U.S. distribution, Founders will enter the Aloha State with the following offerings (descriptions sourced directly from the brewery’s website):

All Day IPA – The beer you’ve been waiting for. Keeps your taste satisfied while keeping your senses sharp. An all-day IPA naturally brewed with a complex array of malts, grains and hops. Balanced for optimal aromatics and a clean finish. The perfect reward for an honest day’s work and the ultimate companion to celebrate life’s simple pleasures. ABV – 4.7% IBUs – 42)
Solid Gold – Our brewery was built on an attitude of no regrets. An attitude of taking risks to bring the best beer possible to our fellow renegades and rebels. Never brewing to style, but always brewing what we want to drink. Our take on a classic, Solid Gold is a drinkable premium lager brewed with the highest quality ingredients. Challenging what a lager can be? That’s something we won’t regret. ABV – 4.4% IBUs – 20
Rubaeus – Optimizing the flavor of fresh raspberries, Rubaeus is Founders’ way of celebrating the joys of summer year-round. This stunning berry-red masterpiece is the perfect blend of sweet, tart and refreshing. No question about it, this beer is 100% Founders. ABV – 5.7% IBUs – 15
Breakfast Stout – The coffee lover’s consummate beer. Brewed with an abundance of flaked oats, bitter and imported chocolates, and two types of coffee, this stout has an intense fresh-roasted java nose topped with a frothy, cinnamon-colored head that goes forever. ABV – 8.3% IBUs – 60

“My partner Dave and I are very excited to announce that Founders will be heading to Hawaii!” said Mike Stevens, CEO and Co-Founder of Founders Brewing Co. “It’s always a special time whenever we add a state of distribution and the fact that Hawaii is our 50th state makes it all the more worthy of celebration. It’s long been a dream of ours to see our beer across the US, and the fact that 22+ years later we’ve accomplished this is a testament to our Founders team and our amazing wholesaler partners. Tonight, we raise a glass to the Aloha state and thank everyone throughout America who’s helped us get to where we are today.”

“We’re thrilled to be a part of such a monumental milestone in the Founders Brewing Co. business,” said Vice President of Corporate Sales, Brandon Odom. “We value their partnership and are looking forward to the exciting times to come. Congratulations to Founders on the tremendous success of expanding their business across the entire United States. A truly well-deserved accomplishment!”

The beers listed above will be available on draft and in cans (as applicable) in Hawaii as early as late July 2019. Founders Brewing Company and Odom Hawaii also plan to host a series of launch events that “will be taking place as soon as the end of the month.” Prost!

Creature Comforts Brewing Co. & Cloudwater Brew Co. Collaborate on Anicca Saison

Posted on July 16, 2019 by mashingin

Creature Comforts Brewing Co. (Athens, Georgia) has officially announced that it will begin the Limited Release of Anicca, a special Saison brewed in collaboration with Manchester, England’s Cloudwater Brew Co., on July 27.

Inspired by the philosophies that Creature Comforts and Cloudwater both share, Anicca is a rustic Saison that had “the two brewing teams [borrowing] from their respective regional flavors with a seasonal lens.” Brewed with “wheat from DaySpring Farms and . . . apples from Mercier Orchards’ 2017 harvest”, the beer was then aged for “15 months in oak with Creature Comforts’ house yeast and bacteria.” To round everything out, Anicca (7.5% ABV) was “bottle conditioned with honey local to Athens, Georgia.”

Anicca will officially release on Saturday, July 27 in the Tasting Room at Creature Comforts Brewing Co. Available in 750ml bottles, Anicca is a Tasting Room exclusive that is not expected to see distribution outside of special events. Prost!

Vital Information for Anicca from Creature Comforts Brewing Co. & Cloudwater Brew Co.

Release – Limited; July 27, 2019
Style – Saison
ABV – 7.5%
Featured Ingredients – Wheat from DaySpring Farms & apples from Mercier Orchards
Fun Fact – On the label artwork: “Heidi Geist, of the 48 Beer Project, designed the label artwork for Anicca. Geist’s project has the mission of traveling to 48 breweries in 48 different states to create label artwork for each over the course of 48 weeks.”
Availability – 750ml bottles
Distribution – None. Tasting Room only

Bell’s Brewery Closes Out Summer with New-Look Packaging for Oberon Ale

Posted on July 16, 2019 by mashingin

Bell’s Brewery (Comstock, Michigan) has officially announced that Oberon Ale will be temporarily wearing a new limited-edition look for the rest of Summer 2019.

Inspired by the artwork featured on this year’s Oberon mini-kegs, Bell’s Brewery has decided to give Oberon a refreshed look that reflects the subtle shifts that occur throughout the summer season. This new design will be featured on all Oberon packaging: 4-packs of 16 oz. cans, 6-packs of 12 oz. cans, 12-packs of 12 oz. cans, 6-packs of 12 oz. bottles, and 12-packs of 12 oz. bottles. In addition to being featured on Oberon bottles and cans, this “same beautiful imagery has also inspired some brand-new Bell’s merchandise that can be purchased online and in person from the Bell’s General Store.”

“This is a fun way to celebrate the different parts of the summer season… rest assured, it’s the same beer you’ve grown to know and love,” said Larry Bell, founder and president of Bell’s Brewery.

If you happen to be unfamiliar with this summertime favorite, here’s the full brewery description for Oberon Ale (description sourced directly from the brewery’s press release):

Oberon Ale – One of Bell’s most popular beers, Oberon is an American Wheat Ale fermented with Bell’s signature house ale yeast, mixing a spicy hop character with mildly fruity aromas. The addition of wheat malt lends a smooth mouthfeel. A classic summer beer, Oberon is only brewed with water, malt, hops and yeast. ABV – 5.8%

Oberon Ale is available beginning in late March through August as a Summer Seasonal in Alabama, Michigan and throughout the rest of the brewery’s distribution territory. Florida and Arizona have Year-Round access to Oberon Ale. Prost!

Concrete Beach Brewery Set for Brewery Exclusive Can Release of Mango Biche Gose

Posted on July 15, 2019 by mashingin

Concrete Beach Brewery (Miami, Florida) has officially announced that it will begin the Limited Release of Mango Biche Gose on Saturday, July 20.

Inspired by the Colombian snack of the same name “where unripe green mangos are served with salt, lime and pepper”, Mango Biche is a Gose-style Ale “made with lime juice, puréed green mangos from Lyons Farms Homestead, salt and Amarillo hops.” Clocking in at a refreshing 4.8% ABV and 8 IBUs, Mango Biche Gose is sure to be the perfect beer to raise as you “pay tribute to Colombian Declaration of Independence on July 20.”

“I am so excited to have a little taste of home in Mango Biche Gose,” said Juliana Barazza, General Manager of Concrete Beach Brewery and native Colombian. “It’s the perfect combination of two of my favorite things – beer and mango biche – just in time for that mid-summer heat!”

Mango Biche Gose will officially debut at Concrete Beach Brewery on July 20 with a launch event aptly named “It’s Mango, Biches.” During this event, the brewery “will donate $1 for every Concrete Beach Brewery pint sold at the brewery on July 20 from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. to Carnaval de Barranquilla up to $800.” 6-packs of 12 oz. cans of Mango Biche Gose will also be available for purchase during this event for the cost of $13.99 each. Mango Biche Gose is a brewery exclusive that will not see distribution. Prost!

Vital Information for Mango Biche Gose from Concrete Beach Brewery

Release – Limited; July 20, 2019
Style – Gose
ABV – 4.8%
IBUs – 8
Malts – Two Row, Acidulated & White Wheat
Hops – Amarillo
Added Ingredients – Mango juice, lime juice, salt & pureed green mangos
Availability – 6-packs of 12 oz. cans & draft
Distribution – None. Brewery only

LOKO Cuisine’s Next Eggs & Kegs Brunch Brings the Aloha Spirit to Webb’s City Cellar

Posted on July 15, 2019 by mashingin

On Sunday, July 21 at 11 a.m., LOKO Cuisine will pop up over at Webb’s City Cellar at Green Bench Brewing Co. (1133 Baum Ave. N | St. Petersburg, Florida) to host a special Aloha edition of its Eggs & Kegs Brunch Series.

Inspired heavily by “the islands’ mixed lunch plate”, Aloha Eggs & Kegs is a Hawaiian-style brunch that will pair wonderfully with a summer Sunday in Florida and any leis and/or tropical-print shirts you may or may not have tucked away in your closet. This spirited brunch will consist of the following five-course meal (served buffet-style):

To cover the “kegs” portion of the brunch, Green Bench Brewing Co. will break out some tasty treats to complement the meal detailed above (one beer or cider is included in the ticket price). For those in need of their morning caffeine fix, Ginger Beard Coffee will also be on-site to pour up nitro-infused coconut coffee cold brew and Ceylon passion fruit tea (available for an additional cost).

Tickets for Aloha Eggs & Kegs are available now for $34.00 each, and you can purchase yours by clicking here. Ticket cost includes the Hawaiian-inspired brunch and one selected beer or cider. Physical tickets will not be issued, but your name will be added to a paid list once the purchase process is completed. FYI: Everyone in your party will have to check in under the purchaser’s name at the door. Also, please keep in mind that Webb’s City Cellar is a 21+ only event space.

Tickets are currently still available for this event, but that is sure to change once whispers of “Short Rib LOKO Moco” spread across the Tampa Bay area. With that in mind, go ahead and lock down your tickets ASAP that way you are guaranteed the opportunity to get into the Aloha Spirit with the folks at LOKO Cuisine and Green Bench Brewing Co. on Sunday, July 21. Prost!

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