Porters

Branding update: Asheville Ninja Porter

Asheville Brewing’s Ninja Porter cans have a new update, designed by Asheville-based muralist, Scott Allred.

“Our goal is to make the logos and designs more recognizably consistent,” says Mike Rangel, Asheville Brewing Company president and co-founder. “It’s fun to roll out new Continue Reading →

Avery Pump[KY]n, Batch 2, returns November 8th

Avery Pump[KY}n, Batch 2, returns to the brewery’s lineup on November 8, 2015.

Avery’s Barrel Aged Series is damn near legendary, featuring sours alongside bourbon imperial stouts. Avery PumKYn, a compliment to the the slightly boozier Avery Rumpkin, is a Kentucky bourbon Continue Reading →

Posted in Coming Soon, Left Hand Brewing

Left Hand Hard Wired Nitro Coffee Porter slated for February (Updated)

Left Hand Hard Wired Nitro Coffee Porter will expand the the brewery’s Nitro bottle lineup in February, 2016. Brewery reps mentioned that we’d see the beer as early as January. A tasting room release is slated for January 29th. Distribution will follow shortly after.

A few years ago, Left Hand made headlines when they launched Milk Stout Nitro, a nitrogen based edition of their popular draft offering. The nitro bottle was a first by an American craft brewery.

Left Hand Hard Wired Nitro Coffee Porter continues the tradition, nitrogenating a coffee laced porter.

Super smooth with chocolate malt, coffee and toffee notes.

Left Hand Hard Wired Nitro Coffee Porter will be available in 12 ounce bottles and draft.

Style: Porter (w/ Coffee, Nitrogen Pour)
Availability: 12oz Bottles, Draft
Release: February, 2016

6% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Asheville Brewing Company, New Releases

Branding update: Asheville Ninja Porter

Asheville Brewing’s Ninja Porter cans have a new update, designed by Asheville-based muralist, Scott Allred.

“Our goal is to make the logos and designs more recognizably consistent,” says Mike Rangel, Asheville Brewing Company president and co-founder. “It’s fun to roll out new designs that feel more reflective of our brewery culture four years after we first started canning. If it’s not fun, why do it?”

The new Asheville Ninja Porter cans are shipping now, hitting retailers starting this week.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Avery Brewing, Don't Miss This

Avery Pump[KY]n, Batch 2, returns November 8th

Avery Pump[KY}n, Batch 2, returns to the brewery’s lineup on November 8, 2015.

Avery’s Barrel Aged Series is damn near legendary, featuring sours alongside bourbon imperial stouts. Avery PumKYn, a compliment to the the slightly boozier Avery Rumpkin, is a Kentucky bourbon barrel aged porter with a smattering of fall spices. The 2015 edition’s alcohol by volume is 15%.

What’s in a name? Sometimes the simplest can be the most descriptive, and in this case, derisive and divisive! After much internal debate (ad nauseum! Bourb[KY]n, anyone?), we decided a single letter change was the best way to embody the bourbon barrel-aging that adds layers of complexity to an already exquisitely spiced pumpkin porter.

Avery PumKYn will be available in 12oz bottles and draft at the brewery on the 8th, limited distribution found below.

Style: Porter (w/ Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Allspice, Clove, Pumpkin. Barrel Aged. Bourbon.)
Availability: 12oz Bottles
Arrival: 11/7/15
Distribution: CO, CA, IL, KY, MN, MO, NJ, NY, OK, PA, SC, TX, VA, WI

15% ABV

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Boulevard Brewing, New Beers

Boulevard Early Riser

Boulevard Early Riser

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Marin Brewing Co, New Beers

Marin AirPorter Chocolate Porter

Marin AirPorter Chocolate Porter

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Asheville Brewing Company, Seasonal Return

Asheville Brewing Ninjabread Man returns, with recipes in tow

Asheville Brewing Ninjabread Man returns for a second year on October 31st. This beer is a seasonal spin on the fan favorite Ninja Porter.

Asheville Brewing Ninjabread Man is created using a concoction of vanilla beans, toasted cinnamon sticks, raisins, and caramelized ginger. The result is a liquid gingerbread cookie.

“People have been asking when it’s coming back for months. We feel it’s a perfect beer for cooler holiday weather. And your bread man makes delicious dessert beer or complements of a savory meal, whether it’s turkey or tofu.” Co-head Brewer Pete Langheinrich

Asheville Brewing Ninjabread Man will be available in 22 ounce bottles to-go from the brewery in Asheville, with limited distribution to follow.

Style: Porter (w/ Vanilla Beans, Cinnamon Sticks, Raisins, Ginger)
Availability: 22oz Bottles, Draft.
Return: 10/31/15 (Year 2)

5.6% ABV

Below, a few recipes to make with Ninjabread Man. Get drinking, get cooking.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Martin City Brewing Company, New Beers

Martin City Highwayman Imperial Porter

Martin City Highwayman Imperial Porter

by Reid Ramsay