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Firestone Walker Pivo Pils

The above is Firestone Walker’s (Paso Robles, CA) Pivo Pils, taglined “a hoppy pilsner.” A draft only offering,  (That apparently made an ever so small debut last fall.) For the sake of – “hey, I’ve heard of that beer” we’ve Continue Reading →

Firestone Walker’s Rep’n Da 805

Firestone Walker’s 805 Ale celebrates all things local.  805 is the area code that serves the brewery’s home of Paso Robles, California.  805 split off of the Los Angeles area code in 1957.

What will 805 might be you might ask? Continue Reading →

Peek: Firestone Walker Parabola 2012

Ok, so not the most thrilling post in the world – but it’s never too early to start drooling over a Firestone Walker Parabola.  Parabola is an imperial stout, aged in bourbon barrels for 12 months.

Parabola has been a major Continue Reading →

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Barney’s Beanery, Firestone Walker Brewing Company Launch “Boot Camp Beer” to Benefit Marine Corp Scholarships

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, May 07, 2012 — In an effort to help directly support military families Barney’s Beanery and Firestone Walker Brewing Company invite patrons to enlist in a good cause under the banner of Boot Camp Beer, with the sale of each pint of Pale 31 ale generating a 50-cent donation to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation.

Now, when patrons raise a toast to those who protect our nation, they will directly support military families as well. Starting this month, the Boot Camp Beer is on tap at all five Barney’s Beanery locations — West Hollywood, Santa Monica/Third Street Promenade, Old Town Pasadena, Burbank/The Collections, and Westwood Village.

“Firestone Walker’s Pale 31 is one of our most popular beers on tap, so we expect this program to generate significant ongoing donations to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation,” said AJ Sacher, regional manager for Barney’s Beanery.

The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation is the nation’s oldest and largest provider of need-based scholarships to children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen, with particular attention given to those whose parent has been killed or wounded in combat, or who have demonstrated financial need.

According to Sacher, the Boot Camp Beer program was conceived by David Houston, co-owner of the Barney’s Beanery franchise. Houston’s father served in the Navy, and he grew up on military bases. “He has always had a strong attachment to the military,” Sacher said. “We already offer a discount to uniformed armed services personnel, but David wanted to do something more, something that all of our patrons could be involved in.”

Founded in Santa Barbara County in 1996, Firestone Walker Brewing Company is a regional California brewery specializing in fine pale ales. Pale 31 is recognized as one of the world’s top pale ales, with gold medals earned at the World Beer Cup, Great American Beer Festival, Australian International Beer Awards, California State Fair and other prestigious competitions.

The original Barney’s Beanery is the third oldest restaurant in Los Angeles and number one sports bar in Southern California. Visit us at www.barneysbeanery.com . Follow Barney’s on Twitter @barneysbeanery or friend us at facebook.com/bbeanery.

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Firestone Walker Pivo Pils

                                


                                
                                

                                    

                                        

                                            
                                        


                                        

                                            

                                                
Firestone Walker PivoThe above is Firestone Walker’s (Paso Robles, CA) Pivo Pils, taglined “a hoppy pilsner.” A draft only offering,  (That apparently made an ever so small debut last fall.) For the sake of – “hey, I’ve heard of that beer” we’ve included it today.


Style: Pilsner

Availability: Draft only

Arrival (Again): TBA


5.3% ABV

                                            


                                            

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Firestone Walker’s Rep’n Da 805

                                


                                                                    

                                        
                                                                                    
                                    

                                
                                

                                    

                                        

                                            
                                        


                                        

                                            

                                                
Firestone Walker’s 805 Ale celebrates all things local.  805 is the area code that serves the brewery’s home of Paso Robles, California.  805 split off of the Los Angeles area code in 1957.


What will 805 might be you might ask?  Literally as I’m writing this, the info shows up on my desk.


Presser:


“805” tap handles will be showing up in bars across the 805 area code.


The Central Coast brewery, Firestone Walker, which has been making a version of the beer available in its pub for several years, brews the blonde ale.


“We had been making this beer for a while and you can find it in a few bars, usually given a unique name by one of the locals… but then people learned that it was ours and kept asking for us to release it,” said David Walker, co-owner of the brewery. “So we decided to listen to them, the first step was to christen the beer ‘the 805’, and to make it available widely in bars with an 805 area code. Next we’ll release bottles in the spring on the Central Coast simply trying to keep it local.”


Those that have tried 805 before, recognize it by its golden color, light and crisp carbonation and slightly sweet aroma. If you’re new to the beer you’ll find that the honey flavor is noticeable on the palate but not overpowering, making this a clean, sessionable Ale that is the perfect fit for after surfing, hiking or just a hot day in Paso Robles.


The beer was a recipient of a bronze medal at the European Beer Star Awards in 2010, which has lent it a reputation in beer circles as well as being a favorite with Central Coast locals.


Firestone Walker Brewing Company was founded in 1996 and is located in Paso Robles, Ca.  The brewery prides itself in producing the world’s finest pale ales to a regional market.  Firestone is the only brewery to be awarded Best Mid-sized Brewery honors three times at the 2003, 2007 and 2011 Great American Beer Festivals as well as World Beer Cup Champion for a Mid-sized Brewery at the 2004, 2006 and 2010 World Beer Cup competitions.


Availability: Draft only now, 12oz bottles later in 2012.



                                            


                                            

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Firestone Walker §ucaba Releases 1/28

                                


                                
                                

                                    

                                        

                                            
                                        


                                        

                                            

                                                
You knew this beer as Abacus.   ZD Wines has a wine called Abacus also.  The winery thinks you are too dumb to know the difference, and sued Firestone Walker for trademark infringement.  They settled out of court, and FW stopped using the Abacus name as of June, 2011.  So that leaves the question – How the hell did they brewery decide on §ucaba?  Imagine Abacus in a mirror.  Backwards it would look pretty much like this  Abacus = §ucabA.  Hopefully ZD doesn’t sue for mirrored trademark infringement.


About the beer:

Big boozy bourbon and American oak aromas combined with soft chocolate malty undertones. Complex malt flavors framed in oak, with hints of dark chocolate, vanilla, tobacco, coconut and just a touch of dark cherry. This is definitely a sipping beer, best served in a brandy snifter. This ale pairs well with dark chocolate and sturdy cheeses.


Style: Barleywine (Barrel Aged)

Hops: Bittering–Bravo; Late Kettle–East Kent Golding

Malts: Munton’s Pale, Crisp Maris Otter Pale, Munich, Dark & Light Crystal, Chocolate


Availability: 22oz bombers, boxed. Limited Draft.

Arrival: Tap room debut, 1/28/12

Distro Area:  CA, NV, OR, WA, AZ, CO, MO, Chicago, MA, NJ, NY, VA, PA, DC, MD


13% ABV


Release Party Deets:


The Beer formerly known as Abacus debuts with its new name on Saturday January 28, 2012 at the Firestone Walker Brewery in Paso Robles CA.


Offerings for the day include:

– §ucaba and 13 other Firestone brews available for sampling


– $15 Cheese and sausage sampler (by Luna Red) paired with 4 Firestone beers (including §ucaba) and keep the embossed FW cheeseboard!


– $14 Pours of §ucaba in special Proprietors Reserve Tulip (by Rastal) and keep the glass!


Doors open at 11AM beer and food pairings available while they last!

For more information contact Hospitality Manager Veronica Jaurez:

[email protected]


(805)225-5911 ext 607


 


 

                                            


                                            

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Peek: Firestone Walker Parabola 2012

                                


                                
                                

                                    

                                        

                                            
                                        


                                        

                                            

                                                
Firestone Walker Parabola 3Ok, so not the most thrilling post in the world – but it’s never too early to start drooling over a Firestone Walker Parabola.  Parabola is an imperial stout, aged in bourbon barrels for 12 months.


Parabola has been a major component of past anniversary blends and is one of our most aggressive offerings. This beer features bold bourbon and tobacco aromas and a rich dark chocolate, charred oak flavor. Parabola is best enjoyed in moderation and is a perfect beer to pair with those chocolate dessert favs.


Style: Russian Imperial Stout (Barrel Aged)

Hops: Bittering–Zeus; Late Kettle–Hallertau

Malts: risp Maris Otter Pale, Munich, Cara-hell, Carafa, Dark & Light Crystal, Chocolate, Oats, Roasted Barley

Availability: 22oz bombers, Draft

Area: CA, NV, OR, WA, AZ, CO, MO, Chicago, MA, NJ, NY, VA, PA, DC, MD


Next Release: April, 2012


12.5% ABV 

                                            


                                            

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PR: Firestone Walker Expanding Proprietor’s In 2012

                                


                                
                                

                                    

                                        

                                            
                                        


                                        

                                            

                                                
Firestone Walker Expands Proprietor’s Reserve Series 


Two New Beers Will Be Released This Year


Paso Robles, Calif – Firestone Walker Brewing Co., after being named Great American Beer Festival Mid-Sized Brewery of the Year for an unprecedented third time, will be adding more beers to their Proprietor’s Reserve Series. Double DBA and Wookey Jack will join the existing line-up of beers, which sees distribution all over the US.


Wookey Jack, an 8.3 percent alcohol by volume, unfiltered black rye IPA, will be a year-round beer that will be released in mid-March. Wookey Jack will put a serious twist on the IPA theme weaving in jet-black dark malts, assertive citrusy hops and a spicy addition of rye malt.  Consumers will see this beer in 22oz bottles and on draft wherever Firestone is currently sold.


Double DBA, has been a part of the anniversary blend over the past three years and was originally brewed for that sole purpose. Now the Imperial Special Bitter will be released annually to the delight of beer fans that have been calling for it to leave the brewery. The 12 percent brew is aged in a variety of barrels including retired Firestone Union barrels and 20-year-old Bourbon barrels.  This beer pays proud homage to our flagship DBA. It will be available in 22oz bottles and limited draft in select accounts beginning July 2012.


“The Proprietor’s Reserve series allows us the opportunity as brewers to exercise our creativity and really push the limits of our brew kit and our raw materials.” said Firestone Walker Brewmaster, Matt Brynildson. “Wookey Jack is our take on newly established “Black IPA” style while also being our very first rye beer.  DDBA is a familiar friend that we have been perfecting in our barrel-aging program over the past 3 years.  We believe that both are ready to leave the nest in 2012.”


Currently the Proprietor’s Reserve Series consists of three oak aged beers and two year-round stainless steel releases.  The year round releases are Double Jack Imperial IPA and Walker’s Reserve Porter. Double Jack recently won the gold medal at the 2011 European Beer Star Awards and the silver medal at the 2011 Great American Beer Festival.  Walker’s Reserve was named Champion Porter at the Australian Beer awards and was the only porter to be awarded a gold medal.


On February 1st the beer formerly known as Abacus will return under the new name ‘§ucaba.’ This Bourbon Barrel-aged Barley Wine will be the same great beer just with a new, more elusive name.


Parabola, a Bourbon Barrel-aged Russian Imperial Stout, will also return, it will be released in mid-April. ’16’, Firestone’s anniversary blend, will return next November to celebrate yet another year of brewing.


Firestone Walker Brewing Company was founded in 1996 and is located in Paso Robles, Ca.  The brewery prides itself in producing the world’s finest pale ales to a regional market.  Firestone is the only brewery to be awarded Best Mid-sized Brewery honors three times at the 2003, 2007 and 2011 Great American Beer Festivals as well as World Beer Cup Champion for a Mid-sized Brewery at the 2004, 2006 and 2010 World Beer Cup competitions.


 

                                            


                                            

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Firestone Walker’s Black Rye Wookey Jack

                                


                                
                                

                                    

                                        

                                            
                                        


                                        

                                            

                                                
Firestone Wookey JackFirestone Walker will be bringing you a black IPA in their Proprietor’s Reserve Series in 2012.  Wookey Jack will be an unfiltered rye based black IPA.  The is 1 of 2 new additions that Firestone announced a few months ago.  The other is Double DBA.


Wookey Jack will put a serious twist on the IPA theme weaving in jet-black dark malts, assertive citrusy hops and a spicy addition of rye malt.


Style: Black IPA

Availability: 22oz bombers, Draft. Year round offering

Arrival: Mid-March, 2012


8.3% ABV 


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