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Goose Island Georgia Launch Initial Lineup

Goose Island Brewing is planning to begin distribution to Georgia sometime in the 4th quarter of 2012. (October – December.)  Below is a tentative lineup of beers Georgia can expect at the initial rollout:

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CASK: Terrapin Hopzilla @ The Porter

The Porter Beer Bar will tap a cask of Terrapin’s Hopzilla, tomorrow 4/5/12, at 6 pm.  This big hoppy imperial IPA Hopzilla jumps out of the Side Project series and onto the Monster Beer Tour in 2012.

Style: Imperial IPA

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Mother Earth To Distribute To Atlanta

Mother Earth Brewing (Kingston, NC) is very seriously looking at expanding distribution to Atlanta.

The brewery was founding in 2008 by Trent Mooring and Stephen Hill.  They are joined by their head brewer Josh Brewer. (His real name!)  Mother Earth is known Continue Reading →

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SweetWater 420 Fest, The Video

SweetWater’s 420 fest is just 10 days away.  Too far away?  Grab a beer, relax and watch this.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Beer News

Goose Island Georgia Launch Initial Lineup

Goose Island Brewing is planning to begin distribution to Georgia sometime in the 4th quarter of 2012. (October – December.)  Below is a tentative lineup of beers Georgia can expect at the initial rollout:

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 finish make 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.

With an aroma of roasted chestnuts and a mysteriously dark, mahogany hue, Pepe Nero is a farmhouse ale brewed with black peppercorns. His roasty sweetness melds into a lingering, earthy, black pepper finish that is ideal for pairing with grilled meats and roasted vegetables.  Availability: 12oz/4 pks. No Draft.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Beer News

New: Mastodon, Brewed For Atlanta Metal Band

Mahr’s Mastodon.  The beer is brewed for the Atlanta, Georgia based metal band Mastodon.  The band was touring in Germany, prompting Stephan Michel of Mahr’s Brau to create this lager for the crew.  For a beer that was once apparently limited to 200 bottles, it’s now widely available in the United States and Canada.

Let’s be honest: You’re probably more likely to take illegal substances while you listen tothe heavy metal band Mastodon. But Mastodon and their crew had the opportunity to get shitfaced legally while they were playing the recent Sonisphere stop in Hockenheim, Germany on Saturday. Stephan Michel of Mahr’s Brau brewery created a limited edition Mastodon Premium Lager that was handed out to Mastodon and their crew at the show. They were reportedly “swallowing.”

Style: Lager
Availability:  750 ml bottles

5.2% ABV

pic via @GreensBeer

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Beer News

Blue Point Brewing Launch: Taco Mac Perimeter

If you missed the fine folks from Blue Point Brewing last night at Brick Store Pub, you have another chance to link up with them    They will be debuting three beers on tap today at Taco Mac Perimeter.

Available beers (click for more info):

Toasted Lager

Hoptical Illusion

RastafaRye Ale

Taco Mac Perimeter
1211 Ashford Crossing
Atlanta, GA 30346
(P) 678.336.1381 

 

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Beer News

CASK: Terrapin Hopzilla @ The Porter

The Porter Beer Bar will tap a cask of Terrapin’s Hopzilla, tomorrow 4/5/12, at 6 pm.  This big hoppy imperial IPA Hopzilla jumps out of the Side Project series and onto the Monster Beer Tour in 2012.

Style: Imperial IPA

The Porter Beer Bar — 4/5/12
1156  Euclid Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30307

 

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Beer News

Red Hare Could Be Georgia’s First Craft Brewer With Cans

Red Hare Brewing (Marietta, Georgia) the newest production brewery in the state will be receiving a canning in the upcoming weeks.  No date is set on installation, and first cans.

By all calculations, Red Hare will be the first craft/small brewery will cans in state of Georgia.   Closer to canning time, the can line up will be announced.  (You can probably place a safe bet on Long Day Lager.)

Also, expect the 3rd edition on the Rabbit’s Reserve Series to appear in May, 2012.  The yet to be named #3  follows Chocolate Porter, and Imperial Red IPA.

The brewery has only released draft offerings to date.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Beer News

Mother Earth To Distribute To Atlanta

Mother Earth Brewing (Kingston, NC) is very seriously looking at expanding distribution to Atlanta.

The brewery was founding in 2008 by Trent Mooring and Stephen Hill.  They are joined by their head brewer Josh Brewer. (His real name!)  Mother Earth is known for brews like Weeping Willow Wit, and Tripel Over Head .  They have 2 cans in their arsenal: Second Wind & Sunny Haze.  Easily one of their most sought after is Silent Night, a bourbon barrel aged imperial stout with coffee.

It is rumored that the brewery has already signed with a local distributor.  More info to follow…

Update 4/2/12: Looks like a Late May launch.  The brewery has signed with United Distributors.

Update 4/3/12:  Look for events and parties starting 5/7/12.    Launch beers include (Click for more info):

Draft & Bottles – Weeping Willow Wit, Endless River Kolsch

12 oz cans – Second Wind, Sunny Haze

Georgia is Mother Earth Brewing’s 2nd distribution state, after their home of North Carolina.

by Reid Ramsay