Posted By Brewmaster on March 7, 2010

A little birdie on the wall informed us that the Brewerie will be opening thier very own six pack shop inside thier facilities.  The Brewerie hopes to have thier six pack shop opened by April 1st, 2010. 

We also heard word that Nick Scott may be opening a new six pack shop in the old Damon’s building on Upper Peach Street.

Stay tuned for updates!

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Posted By Kate on March 3, 2010

Put your tasting caps on – it’s time to sample!

Tonight, March 3, from 7 – 9 PM, Lavery Brewing is holding a sampling at UPick6.

Stop on by to taste the Smoked Porter and Imperial Red!

We’ll see you there around 8.  CHEERS & BEERS!

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Posted By Jason on February 12, 2010

I see the crown….oh my..it’s a handsome son of a gun, isn’t it?!

My beautiful baby has finally been delivered. I got word from the Fed’s at 12:28pm on February 5 that we are in business. The PLCB called me at 10:25am on February 11 to let me know the license is in the mail.

We wasted no time making arrangements with Scott (Penn Beer-our wholesaler) to start selling next Thursday.

Fortuitously, we have 2 beers to offer right now..our Belfast Black smoked porter and our Imperial Red Ale (IRA). I’m transfering the IRA to carbonate today and the wife and I are kegging it this Sunday.

The Blefast black is rich, medium bodied and moderately hoped with East Kent Goldings. It has a faint smokiness (which has-sadly- faded since it’s been in the keg 2 months) reminiscent of bacon.

The IRA is aggressively hopped with Amarillo and Cascade. It starts life @1.075 and finished dry (thanks to good old cane sugar). It has burnt orange reddish color that is absolutely stunning.

I’m spoke with amazing homebrewer Kevin Harbusky on Thursday about a collaboration brew. Plans are in the works for Kevin to help us with our Spring Seasonal- Saison de Jason-( i really hope i come up with a better name by the time this beer drops .

The next step is getting our labels approved..another Federal process. until then, we are draft only. look out for our awesome handmade tap handles0custom made by Erie legend Bob Jensen.

Now that’s we’re legal…I’m proud to show off our first label..designed by Erieite Jonathan Molnar.

Belfast Black label

Some ideas we’re planning.. a chocolate and beer festival for this Fall.

A community brew day..come down and clean up after me…I mean help me brew.

A collaboration brew with a celebrity..guess which one?

Until we see you again…slainte

Jason

www.laverybrewing.com

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Posted By Kate on January 31, 2010

Beer. Bacon. BBQ.

That’s what to expect when entering the Three B Saloon on 4th and Liberty, a new take on the old Marina Pub & Grille.  Pappa’s got a brand new bag.

James Brown, more popularly known as JJ, is co-owner of this 4+ month old establishment.  A former Edinboro graduate and resident, he wanted to share his passion for food and beer with the rest of us.

“I like beer,” he said matter-of-factly.  After hearing those words uttered out of Brown’s mouth and taking a look at the taps and bottles, we knew we were in the right place.

We’d been hearing about 3B for a few weeks and since we couldn’t meet up with our friends for our FNBC (Friday Night Beer Club) a few Fridays ago, we decided to take matters into our own hands and order some of the mac ‘n cheese to go so we could share this tasty new experience with our family in Pittsburgh.

So, we ordered 2 smalls with bacon (we had to have bacon!) and were told to add a little milk and nuke it.  Wow was it fantastic.  We couldn’t wait to go back.

Which brings us to the following Wednesday ago when we went to have dinner with our friends Jen & Frank.

Everything smelled delicious and we scoured the menu to figure out exactly what to try (in addition to the mac ‘n cheese we were already hooked on).  This time, we got to enjoy it in its freshest state, right in its own skillet.  I also added some fire with jalapenos -whooowwwee-my mouth was on fire.  I tried the pulled pork potatoe boats and Chad and Jen tried a pulled pork sandwich and mac ‘n cheese, while Frank had a burger.  The BBQ sauce was on the sweeter side and the portions were huge…especially after enjoying a few tall beers.

Speaking of beers, the tap system had a good selection as did the cooler full of single bottles.  Knowing that JJ appreciates a good beer and was well aware of what Penn Beer, where he gets a lot of his beers, has to offer he’s always open to bringing new and different beers in for the patrons to enjoy.

Our bartender, Mike Savelli, was also around to offer us suggestions on the food and was very personable the whole time we were there. 

We even offered him some suggestions about Deep Fried Bacon, something we had seen on the Food Network’s
“Best Thing I’ve Ever Eaten…” series just days before and he was excited to share them with JJ.

So, if you’re in the mood for Beer, Bacon, or BBQ (or all 3) Three B Saloon is the place to be.

BEER SPECIALS:
$2 Micro Special on WEDNESDAYS from 8pm – 10pm.
HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS

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Posted By Kate on January 2, 2010

Are you ready for more chill in the air than one can stand?

Do you love deliciously crafted Winter Ales?

If you answered yes, New Belgium’s 2° Below is your beer.

Thanks to my sister who, a former Ft. Collins, CO resident (as was I, but just for 1 year to her 12), and a current Bloomington, IN resident, introduced us to their newest sensation, we have gotten to enjoy New Belgium’s 2° Below and couldn’t be happier.

Luckily, New Belgium’s mouthwatering beers are available in Chicago, Indiana, and sometimes by way of sneaking in Cleveland, and my sister just so happens to live in a town where it’s alive and well.  I just can’t wait for the day it’s readily available for us here in Erie and the Tri-State Area.

New Belgium’s awesome rags to riches story from where it was to what it has become just solidifies what a great company it is and how talented the brewers and staff really are.

Their beers, with the most recognized being Fat Tire, always have their own individuality from the moment they hit your lips to the last sip. 

And 2° Below is no exception. New Belgium describes it as:

Dry hopping during fermentation creates a floral nose with a hint of pepper and spicy, subtle undertones. 2° Below provides a bright, hoppy palate and a cheery warm afterglow.

I couldn’t agree more.

So, if you’re one of the lucky ones with access to New Belgium – or you know one of these people, take advantage of the season and the beer and enjoy a 2° Below.  But don’t forget your mittens!

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