Atlanta now has two craft beer tour companies to choose from. 6 months ago, it had zero. Atlanta Beer Tours and Atlanta Brews Cruise both started operating in May, 2012. The rates range from $45 – $60 dollars. Continue Reading →
Last evening, Jailhouse Brewing (Hampton, GA) released their 14th beer, Prison Camp Pils. Brewery founder and brewmaster Glenn Golden stepped aside and let the employees brew this release – part of the Inmate Hooch Series. The Continue Reading →
Red Brick Brewing (Atlanta, GA) has a few changes with their Brick Mason release schedule. Thanks to the copper thieving buttholes back in January, the release schedule has been pushed back by a month.
17th Anniversary — Blending in July, released in August, 2012.
Vanilla Continue Reading →
Goose Island Brewing will officially beging distribution to Georgia on September 13th. Three beers are slated to rollout in the state at launch- Sofie, Matilda, Pere Jacques. All will arrive on draft initially, bottles to follow. Pepe Nero Continue Reading →
Green Flash Brewing just launched in Georgia and Alabama in the past week. One of the most interesting nuggets shared with me after meeting the crew was that the brewery wants to build on the east Continue Reading →
Terrapin Beer Co is planning on releasing an an edition of Big Hoppy Monster only seen on draft before. Big Hoppy – part of the brewery’s Monster Beer Tour has an oaked edition taking aim at bottles in the future.
Some updates on Terrapin’s new and upcoming releases:
Just arrived:
Monk’s Revenge–The 2012 batch of this Belgian Triple/American IIPA hybrid has been packaged and I think it’s the best yet! With great citrus-hop acidity balanced by the sweetness of malt and candy Continue Reading →
Atlanta now has two craft beer tour companies to choose from. 6 months ago, it had zero. Atlanta Beer Tours and Atlanta Brews Cruise both started operating in May, 2012. The rates range from $45 – $60 dollars. Bob Townsend writes about it in his most recently article for the AJC.
…That the tours suddenly popped up around the same time is something of a coincidence and a confirmation that Atlanta was ripe for this kind of business, agree Brews Cruise owner Sandy Roberts and Beer Tours owner Dan Fontaine.
Last evening, Jailhouse Brewing (Hampton, GA) released their 14th beer, Prison Camp Pils. Brewery founder and brewmaster Glenn Golden stepped aside and let the employees brew this release – part of the Inmate Hooch Series. The employees took the brewhouse to create an easy drinking, hot weather brew as Atlanta temperatures look to hit 100 degrees this week.
Pic: Andrea Janise for AleSharpton.com
The entire jailhouse staff and its fans hit Taco Mac Metropolis to celebrate the release. The story of Pils goes a little something like this – “While the Warden was out on the links, the inmates broke out of their cells and into the brew house. They framed up a recipe for an American Pilsner: crisp, clean and inviting.” Above: BSJ, Ale Sharpton and the Jailhouse inmates.
The result? A damn drinkable pilsner (especially for summer.) Really, clean & crisp. Not easy to stop drinking once you start.
Red Brick Shifts Lineup Thanks To Copper Loss, Bumps Saison
Red Brick Brewing (Atlanta, GA) has a few changes with their Brick Mason release schedule. Thanks to the copper thieving buttholes back in January, the release schedule has been pushed back by a month.
17th Anniversary — Blending in July, released in August, 2012. Vanilla Gorilla — First week of October. Stock Ale — Barrel Aged, arriving in NOW JANUARY. Pfeffernüsse Porter -Named after a cookie. Now 2013?
Dog Days Ale has recently arrived for June & July, and another round of Laughing Skull in September-October.
Brick Maison Saison has been bumped from the lineup, potentially brewed in 2013.
Goose Island Brewing will officially beging distribution to Georgia on September 13th. Three beers are slated to rollout in the state at launch- Sofie, Matilda, Pere Jacques. All will arrive on draft initially, bottles to follow. Pepe Nero will alos come to the state when bottles arrive. Goose will be distributed through Atlanta Beverage, Eagle Rock (confirmed.) Potentially – Leon Farmer & Co, La Grange will also carry GI.
Fermented with wild yeasts and aged in wine barrels with orange peel, Sofie is a tart, dry, sparkling ale. A subtle, spicy white pepper note, a hint of citrus from the orange peel and a creamy vanilla finishmake Sofie an intriguing choice for Champagne drinkers and beer drinkers who are fond of Belgian Saisons. Availability: 12/4 pks, Draft.
Wild in character, with a slightly fruity aroma and a spicy yeast flavor that is as unique as it is satisfying — Matilda is an intriguing choice for beer and wine lovers alike. Dry and quenching, it’s the perfect accompaniment at the dining table or for casually socializing at the bar. Availability: 12 oz/ 4pks, Draft
Brewed with loads of malt and Belgian yeast, Pere Jacques is a wonderfully fruity, malty ale. Pere Jacques’ complex flavors stand shoulder to shoulder with the Belgian Dubbels enjoyed in the world’s finest beer bars. At the dining table it’s the perfect alternative to a glass of vintage port. Availability: 12 oz/4 pks, Draft.
Green Flash Brewing just launched in Georgia and Alabama in the past week. One of the most interesting nuggets shared with me after meeting the crew was that the brewery wants to build on the east coast. Get this – NOT Asheville. Well, not first anyway. Georgia could potentially be on the list. Thanks to the stylings of Craft Beer Business Daily (paid subscription only) it is revealed that the brewery is looking to spend close to $12 million.
Louisiana is the brewery’s next distribution stop. Start your speculating.
Terrapin Beer Co is planning on releasing an an edition of Big Hoppy Monster only seen on draft before. Big Hoppy – part of the brewery’s Monster Beer Tour has an oaked edition taking aim at bottles in the future.
The Monster Beer leads with a tantalizing hop aroma that is complemented by an enormous, malty backbone and finishes with a multitude of hoppy goodness.
Style: Red Ale (Oak Aged) Availability: Draft & new 12 oz bottles Arrival: TBA
Some updates on Terrapin’s new and upcoming releases:
Just arrived:
Monk’s Revenge–The 2012 batch of this Belgian Triple/American IIPA hybrid has been packaged and I think it’s the best yet! With great citrus-hop acidity balanced by the sweetness of malt and candy sugar, this brew is a great example of this style mash-up. Availability: 6/4pk cases, 5 gallon kegs http://terrapinbeer.com/brew/monster-beer-tour/monks-revenge/
Samurai Krunkles
–The Legend continues…as Krunkles was sailing through Asia, he landed on the shore of Japan where he discovered several new ingredients to experiment with in IPA. Among those are Sorachi Ace hops, Jasmine Rice, Green Tea, and Ginger. These all come together beautifully and make for an IPA experience like no other. Expected packaging is in 2 weeks with shipping beginning soon after. Availability: 12/22oz, 5 gallon kegs
All American Pilsner–Back from hiatus for the big election, the Uncle Sam of Terrapin is here to help us celebrate all good things American! Also, look out for a scan code on bottles of this guy and special voting booths at events to direct fans to vote for your favorite Terrapin Beer that is no longer in production. We’ll tally all the votes and make that beer again in 2013! Coming in July. Availability: 12/22oz, 5 gallon kegs http://terrapinbeer.com/brew/retired-bee/all-american-pilsner/
Reunion Beer 2012–A great series of beers for a great cause, the Reunion Project continues on this year with another collaboration with our friends over at Shmaltz. In keeping with last year’s theme, we again used Olive & Sinclair cocoa, and hint of chili pepper, and fresh cinnamon (instead of vanilla). The aim was for a Mexican-style hot chocolate. Keep an eye out in July for this one too. Availability: 12/22oz, 5 gallon kegs http://www.reunionbeer.com/
Atlanta now has two craft beer tour companies to choose from. 6 months ago, it had zero. Atlanta Beer Tours and Atlanta Brews Cruise both started operating in May, 2012. The rates range from $45 – $60 dollars. Bob Townsend writes about it in his most recently article for the AJC.
