I’m taking part in the group toast right now to celebrate American Craft Beer Week. Cheers!
Stone Espresso Imperial Russian Stout
15 MayWhat follows is the April 24th edition of my weekly column written for DIG Magazine.
While most people dread the letters “IRS,” there are beer lovers that look forward to seeing it every year. Stone Brewing’s Imperial Russian Stout (IRS) is, fittingly, released on April 15 each year. Stone also brews a variant of its IRS in odd numbered years, which means 2013 sees the release of the Espresso IRS.
This beer pours jet black with a tan head that fades rather quickly. Dark chocolate, caramel, dried fruits and coffee aromas meld together well, enticing you to take that first sip. Roasty chocolate bitterness and a hint of vanilla are present upon first taste, followed by a big espresso flavor with the finish. There is a hint of alcohol burn, which quickly fades, leaving you wanting for more.
Stone uses several hundred pounds of Ryan Bros. coffee espresso beans in each batch, and the coffee flavors really accentuate what is already a world-class imperial stout. This is a limited edition beer, so don’t put off grabbing one, or you may be left out.
Find both variations of Stone’s Imperial Russian Stout in 22 ounce bottles at Calandro’s Supermarket for $7.
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The Bulldog Baton Rouge announces American Craft Beer Week events
13 May|
AMERICAN CRAFT BEER WEEK EVENTS AT THE BULLDOG BATON ROUGE |
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Monday (5/13) 4pm-close Wednesday (5/15) 6-7pm Thursday (5/16) 6-8pm Friday (5/17) 5-6pm Friday (5/17) 6-7pm Saturday (5/18) 5-6pm Sunday (5/19) all day |
Lazy Magnolia to debut a new summer seasonal
9 MayLazy Magnolia, Mississippi’s first craft brewery, will debut a new summer seasonal later this month. Backwoods Belgian is a Belgian style golden ale brewed with honeysuckle that weighs in at 8.5% ABV. Look for it in 4-packs of 12 ounce bottles and on draft soon. As they say, “Cheers Y’all!”
Tin Roof Brewing announces American Craft Beer Week events
3 MayBaton Rouge’s Tin Roof Brewing has lined up several events and one off brews in celebration of American Craft Beer Week, which is May 13th through 19th. See below for what’s going on:
Baton Rouge
Monday May 13th - The Cove – Part 1 of English Yeast Project – “Parliament Pale Ale” — Voodoo Bengal fermented with 1099 Witbread — Mild malty, slight fruity flavor, good flocculation, less tart and dry than normal British ale yeast.
Tuesday May 14th – The Chimes Covington - Part 2 of English Yeast Project – “Blonde- James Blonde” — Tin Roof Blonde fermented with 1099 Witbread.
Wednesday May 15th - The Bulldog - Parade Ground Coffee Porter aged on bourbon soaked oak chips for 6 months.
Thursday May 16th - The Pelican House - Double Dry Hopped Juke Joint IPA — Simcoe, Centennial, Cascade, Columbus — A hop head’s dream.
Friday May 17th – Food Truck Friday Benefiting Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge at the Brewery — Working on a cask conditioned Voodoo Bengal with the hopes of serving this night at the brewery.
Friday May 17th – “Manchester Brewnited” – Perfect Tin fermented with 1099 Witbread at Barley Oak.
Also Chili Pepper Blonde will be served sometime during ACBW but haven’t got the final details.
New Orleans
Tuesday May 14th - Wayfair 6:30pm beer dinner with Bayou Teche, Saint Arnold, Lazy Magnolia.
Wednesday May 15th - Tin Roof pint night at Uptown Bulldog – all beers on tap, Manchester Brewnited – Perfect Tin fermented with1469 West Yorkshire - Chewy malt, nutty, moderate stone fruit flavors.
Thursday May 16th - Avenue Pub hops night 5-7pm featuring Double Dry Hopped Juke Joint IPA — Simcoe, Centennial, Cascade, Columbus.
Thursday May 16th – 7-9pm at Evangeline “throw ya dukes up, ya heard” with Bayou Teche featuring their firkin and our chili pepper blonde.
Friday May 17th - “Parliament Pale Ale” Voodoo Bengal fermented with 1469 West Yorkshire at Midcity Bulldog.
Saturday May 18th - locals night at Avenue Pub 5-until, Blonde James Blonde- 1469 West Yorkshire.
Be sure to check out one or more of these events and special pours for American Craft Beer Week.
Parish Farmhouse IPA releases today
1 MayWhat follows is the April 24th edition of my weekly column written for DIG Magazine.
Parish Brewing, which is located just to the west in the Lafayette suburb of Broussard, is primarily known for their Canebrake wheat ale. However, as the brewery grows, they are able to make more special release beers. Last December saw the release of the Grand Reserve, a barleywine style ale with a limited production of about 1,300 bottles.
This week, Parish releases their newest ale, Farmhouse IPA. It is the marriage of a traditional farmhouse saison with an American IPA. This one pours a golden straw color with a huge head, requiring a patient pour. The aroma is fantastic, with banana, lemon zest and spicy rye, as well as floral hops. An incredibly effervescent mouthfeel is present, which accentuates the bright hoppiness. With a finish that is spicy and pleasingly bitter, it leaves you wanting more.
The blend of the Belgian-Franco yeast with copious amounts of Crystal hops gives this beer a wonderful balance. It’s one you will not want to miss, and it’s brewed right here in Louisiana. Nearly 4,000 bottles of Farmhouse IPA were produced, but it will likely sell quickly.
Parish Farmhouse IPA was released on May 1st and is already flying off the shelves. Go grab some now before it’s all gone!
Pelican House is now officially open
29 Apr
Baton Rouge’s newest craft beer bar and whiskey house is now officially open. Offering 136 different draft beers, a huge whiskey list and numerous cocktails and wine selections, The Pelican House opened its doors at 4pm this evening. I was able to check it out a couple times over the past week for its soft opening, and it is impressive to say the least.
Pelican House will open at 4:00 each day this week, and have a limited menu selection. Beginning May 6th, they will open at 11:00 AM and feature a full lunch menu as well.
Go check it out and let me know what you think. Chances are I’ll run into some of you there.
