Learn to Brew

Brewmaster | December 31, 2008

This Saturday, January 3rd, The Brewerie,  is hosting a special event for anyone who is interested in learning how to brew or who would just like to see thier brewing process.  Gary, head brewer,  as well as  some members of the Brew Club will be brewing a fresh batch of Nut Brown Ale.  This will start at 11am with [...]

Pittsburgh Hofbrauhaus

Brewmaster | December 31, 2008

Pittsburgh, PA, is getting the third Hofbrauhaus in the U.S.. According to the Pittsburgh Tribune Review:
The Hofbrauhaus is scheduled to open Jan. 20 in the city’s SouthSide Works shopping and entertainment district.
The beer garden is modeled after Munich’s Hofbrauhaus which opened in the 1500s. Two other Hofbrauhaus locations have already opened in Las Vegas and [...]

Hook and Ladder Variety Pack

Brewmaster | December 27, 2008

I purchased a variety pack of Hook and Ladder for the holidays.  It is a growing microbrew out of Silver Springs, MD.  Here is a story about them on a local D.C. news station. 
Hook & Ladder Beer Profiled on D.C.’s Fox 5 Broadcast!
The variety pack included Pipe & Drum Irish Ale, Ember Amber, Golden Ale, and [...]

Feast of Fools

Kate | December 26, 2008

What’s on tap for the Holiday? Why, it’s a Feast of Fools.  Chad and I enjoyed the Magic Hat holiday sampler aptly titled Feast of Fools because it’s a feast for those fools who just can’t get enough of good beer.  Call us fools? It’s alright with us.  Fool me once, I’ll be intrigued.  Fool [...]

Apple Pie Liquor Recipe

Brewmaster | December 23, 2008

Very delicious recipe that can be used to warm you up for the holidays!  Can be served hot or cold!  Please remember to drink in moderation! 
Ingredients

1 gallon apple juice
1 gallon apple cider
1 cup sugar
8 cinnamon sticks
1 (750 milliliter) bottle 190 proof grain alcohol (Not sold in PA/OH/NY)

Directions

In a large pot, combine apple cider, apple juice, sugar, and [...]