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He’Brew Genesis New Recipe, Artwork

Shmaltz Brewing is revamping the artwork for both Genesis and Messiah Bold arriving sometime this December.  Genesis however, is getting a recipe tweak.

As you see, the new label proclaims it as a “Dry Hopped Session Ale.”  Stylistically, the Continue Reading →

Hop Manna Sees Tap Handles

Shmaltz Brewing recently released Hop Manna in bombers for brewclubs & internal tastings.  Due to limited brewing capacity, it wasn’t expected for Hop Manna to see larger distribution until 2012.   Lucky for you, kegs of Hop Manna have hit Continue Reading →

Terrapin/Shmaltz Reunion 2011 On Shelves

Like some chili spice in your beer?  Love great causes?  You’ll find both in this bottle.   The 2011 edition of Terrapin (and Shmaltz) Brewing’s collaboration is now available.  The Shmaltz edition is seen above.

Virginia McLean, partner in the Continue Reading →

Shmaltz Edition Of Reunion 2011

Shmaltz Edition of Reunion Beer 2011.  This years edition (minutes away from shelves) is a chili beer, brewed with Olive & Sinclair cocoa nibs, vanilla beans & chili peppers.

Label:
Teaming up with Shmaltz Brewing for the first time, Terrapin Beer Co. returns for a Continue Reading →

VID: Reunion Beer 2011 Brew Day

Terrapin & Shmaltz Brewing just brewed this year’s Reunion Beer, A Beer For Hope.  2011’s edition is a brown ale, made with cocoa nibs, cocoa shells, vanilla beans, & chilis.

The Beer Experience created a beer from the brew day [BeerExperience]

Posted in Beer News, Coming Soon, Shmaltz Brewing

He’Brew Genesis New Recipe, Artwork

Shmaltz Brewing is revamping the artwork for both Genesis and Messiah Bold arriving sometime this December.  Genesis however, is getting a recipe tweak.

As you see, the new label proclaims it as a “Dry Hopped Session Ale.”  Stylistically, the beer is a brown ale, weighing in at 5.6% ABV.    The new recipe knocks the ABV down to 5.2%.

The new recipe: 

Hops: Warrior, Centennial, Cascade
Dry Hop: Centennial, Cascade, Simcoe
Malts: Specialty 2-Row, Munich, Caramunich 40, Wheat, Dark Crystal

Availability: 12oz bottles, Draft
Arrival: December, 2011

5.2% ABV

Below is the new artwork for Messiah Bold Nut Brown Ale (no recipe change)

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Coming Soon, Shmaltz Brewing

He’Brew Holiday Gift Pack Returning With New Lineup

He'Brew Vertical JewbelationShmaltz Brewing will be releasing the Holiday Gift Pack again this year, with a next of characters.   Last years edition contained 8 bottles, one of each of the Vertical Jewbelation beers 8-14, with a rye bourbon aged blend for that 8th crazy night.

This year, the new pack lineup will include: : Genesis Ale, Messiah Bold, Origin, Jewbelation 15, Reunion Ale ’11, Bittersweet Lenny’s RIPA, Hop Manna, and a surprise bottle of Jewbelation (one vintage selection from Jewbelations 8 – 14).  Each box will have a He’Brew glass, Chanukah candles, and Menorah building instructions. Just like last year, there will be a 2nd Annual Beer Menorah Photo Contest, with rewards for the best ones.  Full release dates for the gift packs to follow soon. This year, Hanukkah begins at sunset on Tuesday, December 20 and ends at sundown on Wednesday, December 28th. (Artwork above is last years set.)

I couldn’t resist… 

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in New Releases, Shmaltz Brewing

Hop Manna Sees Tap Handles

Shmaltz Brewing recently released Hop Manna in bombers for brewclubs & internal tastings.  Due to limited brewing capacity, it wasn’t expected for Hop Manna to see larger distribution until 2012.   Lucky for you, kegs of Hop Manna have hit larger distribution, and are currently hitting tap handles around He’brew markets.

So what is Hop Manna?  It’s a dry hopped American IPA.  You’d be truly remiss in your beer drinking duties NOT to read Jeremy’s infamous bottle rhetoric:

 In the the book of Exodus, the ancient Hebrews survived 400 years of bondage before the ultimate supreme court dropped the 10 deadly Plagues on the land of the taskmasters and its head dictator, the Pharaoh.  Even then, only the begrudgingly, did he Let My People Go.  The freedom ride across, nay through the sea left a band of wandering nomads broke and suffering, no doubt with a mighty thirst and profound hunger.  Enter the Manna: a glorious gift to nourish body and soul.  Manna was said to combine the tastes of everything delicious to each person, depending on the desires of the one experiencing it.  And as the Good Book says, Each shall gather according to one’s need and shall enjoy a double portion to get through thy chosen day of rest.  Manna fed the entire tribe, but tradition suggests the righteous received manna ground in a heavenly mill, wile the wicked had to grind it below for themselves.  Perhaps we’ll let the brewers decide who’s been naughty or nice…

Hear o’Tribe of Shmaltz…Behold! A celebration of the flower of the craft beer revolution! A golden opportunity to feed your inner hop head and rejoice in Hop Manna, our newest delicacy of the modern He’brew Beer family.  L’Chaim!

Style: American IPA
Taste Expectations:  Lots of floral & piney hops, with a solid malt backbone.  Easy drinking IPA that is neither too bitter, or too sweet.
Availability: 22oz bombers (limited), Draft

6.8% ABV, 65 IBUs

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Great Cause, New Releases, Seasonal Return, Shmaltz Brewing, Terrapin Beer Company

Terrapin/Shmaltz Reunion 2011 On Shelves

Like some chili spice in your beer?  Love great causes?  You’ll find both in this bottle.   The 2011 edition of Terrapin (and Shmaltz) Brewing’s collaboration is now available.  The Shmaltz edition is seen above.

Virginia McLean, partner in the Reunion project, died from complications from multiple myeloma in June, 2007.

The 2011 edition of Reunion features some new people in the collaboration — Shmaltz Brewing & Olive & Sinclair.  Shmaltz needs no introduction, but you previously met Olive & Sinclair & their chocolate in Terrapin’s “Moo Hoo” released last fall.  Reunion Ale 2011 is a dark ale brewed with Cocoa Nibs, Vanilla, & chili peppers.

Availability: 220z bombers, draft.  Released annually, style changes each year.  Bottled under Terrapin AND Shmaltz Brewing labels

7.6% ABV

Pic: @AleYeahBeer

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Beer News, Shmaltz Brewing

Coney Island Is Worlds Smallest Brewery, 1 Gallon At A Time

One gallon at a time, Coney Island becomes a true “nano” brewery.   Fully licensed on June 24, 2011, the brewing system is capable of yielding 1 gallon per batch. That’s the same amount a jug of milk.  The tiny production brewery is nestled amidst the magical land of Coney Island in New York.  The beers are just as creative and unique as Coney Island itself.  Local guest brewers and home brewers are invited to brew some wild, unconventional recipes.  Beers like Horny RYEnocerous, Zomerfest, Mexi Kolsch (a take off a Mexican Lager), and Korndog Kolsch (yep, a hotdog flavored beer.)

… the CIBC brewing staff will craft three original beers each week to be bottled and sold at the brewery in collectible Coney Island Brewing Company packaging. All recipes brewed at CIBC are exclusive releases inspired by the local artistic and gastronomical landscape. Recent batches include a Pumpernickel Bagel Porter; a Red, White, and Blueberry Hefeweizen; and a Caramel Apple Ale. Shmaltz Brewing’s Coney Island Craft Lagers® and HE’BREW Beers® are also for sale at the brewery, and a limited amount of beer sampling will be available on premise.

On August 10th, Coney Island hosts the worlds tiniest ribbon cutting ceremony from 5:30-8:30 pm

Below is a pic of the tiny brewing system at Coney Island Brewing Co, featuring Fritz Fernow brewing up Horny RYEnocerous.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Coming Soon, Shmaltz Brewing, Terrapin Beer Company

Shmaltz Edition Of Reunion 2011

Shmaltz Edition of Reunion Beer 2011.  This years edition (minutes away from shelves) is a chili beer, brewed with Olive & Sinclair cocoa nibs, vanilla beans & chili peppers.

Label:
Teaming up with Shmaltz Brewing for the first time, Terrapin Beer Co. returns for a third year as a production partner for Reunion ’11. We brew Reunion each year in memory of our dear friend and partner in this venture — Virginia MacLean. Virginia lost her battle with Multiple Myeloma in 2007. It was her wish that we continue to raise funds and awareness on behalf of The Institute for Myeloma and Bone Cancer Research (www.imbcr.org).

This year’s beer is a dark ale brewed with cocoa nibs, vanilla and chili peppers. It was inspired by a fantastic dessert that we used to share with Virginia at our favorite restaurant. This brown ale leads with a sweet and subtle spicy aroma. The flavor begins with complex malt overtones and quickly gives way to a chocolate and vanilla mix of satisfying bliss. Just when you thought it was over, the heat from the chilies sneaks in and coats your tongue with tantalizing heat.

Many thanks to all who have supported this project and have helped us honor Virginia’s memory.
Cheers — Pete and Alan

Availability: 22oz bombers, draft.  Released annually, style changes each year.

7.6% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Shmaltz Brewing, Terrapin Beer Company, Videos

VID: Reunion Beer 2011 Brew Day

Terrapin & Shmaltz Brewing just brewed this year’s Reunion Beer, A Beer For Hope.  2011’s edition is a brown ale, made with cocoa nibs, cocoa shells, vanilla beans, & chilis.

The Beer Experience created a beer from the brew day [BeerExperience]

by Reid Ramsay