Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – September 2010
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for September 2010 -- keeping you posted on what's brewing in New Jersey.
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Best for Wurst--Flying Fish Oktoberfish is Back
Flying Fish Brewing Company brings back for its ninth year their take on this classic German style. The O'Fish uses German malts, hops and yeast. A beautiful reddish color, a savory malt profile and nice hop flavor make this Fest beer quite drinkable. OktoberFish is great with food and especially great with lederhosen.
OktoberFish is available only for a short time, so enjoy it while you can. Available in 12 oz. bottles, 1/2 and 1/6 kegs.
E-A-G-L-E-S & E-X-T-R-A PALE ALE - If you're lucky enough to get tickets for the Eagles this season, you can find Extra Pale Ale on draft at the Link. If you can't get tickets, you can still enjoy all your favorite Flying Fish at home--and you probably won't have to wait in line at the bathrooms!
Krogh's Oktoberfest Beer Hits on September 17th
Krogh's Restaurant & Brew Pub at 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, NJ will be tapping their anxiously awaited Oktoberfest beer on September 17th! This will be followed by a delicious, crisp Pumpkin Ale in October!
As was previously mentioned Krogh's sponsored this year's 14th Annual Home Brew Contest at the New Jersey State Fair/Sussex County Farm & Horse Show in August. They would like to pass along that Peter Kennedy was the winner this year and his "Best of Show" beer, a Belgian Specialty Ale, will be brewed at Krogh's next spring. Krogh's will keep you posted of this "Best of Show" ale as time gets closer. Any questions or to make a reservation, please call 973-729-8428.
Cricket Hill Announces the Inaugural Best of the Brews Fest
OCTOBER 2...THE DATE for the 1st annual "BEST of the BrewsFest"
Cricket Hill Brewing Company proudly announces the inaugural Best of the Brews Fest at Hidden Valley Ski Resort in Verona NJ!!!
On Saturday October 2nd from 1 till 5 pm with a VIP luncheon at 11:30, Cricket Hill will host over nine breweries attracting beer lovers from all over North Jersey and Southern New York!
Visit bestofthebrewsfest.com for complete information.
Tickets are for sale in advance for $40 with a $5 discount for on-line buyers who mention promo code: CRICKET2! Live music all day long!
Cricket Hill is now available in Virginia! The long wait is over, Specialty Beverages in Richmond VA has launched Cricket Hill as its newest member of a very elite portfolio of great craft beers.
Both bottles and draft of East Coast Lager, American Ale, Hopnotic IPA, and the Fall Festivus are now in stores and ready for purchase.
John and Rick spent last week down there with introductory tastings and Pub Launches. It was a blast.
High Point to Release Ramstein Oktoberfest
In September, High Point Brewing Co. releases its #1 rated Ramstein Oktoberfest (rated #1 by Beer Advocate). A wooden barrel taping ceremony will be held on Saturday September 11th at High Point Brewery in Butler, NJ. Free admission and samples event runs from 2-5pm, limited availability. Barrel will be tapped by a local political dignitary.
Ramstein Oktoberfest will be only available on draft in NJ, NY and PA. Some locations include the Office Beer Bar and Grills in NJ, DBGB and Colicchio & Sons (NYC) and Bridgewaters, Resurection, McGillin's and Brauhaus Schmitz in PA.
On September 18th Ramstein Oktoberfest will be featured at Crystal Springs Oktoberfest in Vernon, NJ. Ramstein Oktoberfest promotional barrel tapings at The Office Beer Bar and Grill in Morristown on Sept 16, Ridgewood on Sept 23 and Montclair on Sept. 30.
JJ Bitting to Host 4th Annual Central Jersey Charity Beer Fest
JJ Bitting Brewing Company will be hosting their 4th Annual Central Jersey Charity Beer Fest on Saturday, September 25th at Parker Press Park in Woodbridge, NJ. The event takes place from 1pm to 5pm. Great handcrafted beers, live music, food, crafts and a great time for all. Tickets are on sale for $25 drinkers and $15 non drinkers and can be purchased at the brewpub.
September Events
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Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – August 2010
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for August 2010 -- keeping you posted on what's brewing in New Jersey.
2nd Annual New Jersey Beer and Food Festival at Crystal Springs Resort
Crystal Springs Resort continues to brew up new ways to have fun with the 2nd Annual NJ Beer and Food Festival! The event takes place August 13-15. Spend a day or the whole weekend as you sample your favorite brews, discover a variety of new flavorful beers, enjoy great food ranging from an all-out BBQ feast to a 4-course gourmet meal, party to all your favorite music, take part in a seminar/beer tasting competition, participate in the Brews & Birdies Golf Tournament and so much more! Participating breweries include Cricket Hill Brewing Company.
Tickets and information are available through the Crystal Springs Resort website.
Handcrafted Cream Ale at Krogh's
Krogh's Restaurant & Brew Pub at 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta is featuring a handcrafted cream ale in August. After a customer poll, August's handcrafted beer is named after one of their well-respected bartenders, the late Tom Klosterhoff. So take a break from the heat of the summer and try Krogh's "Tom Klosterhoff Cream Ale!"
Also in August, Krogh's will once again be sponsoring the 14th Annual Home Brew Contest at the New Jersey State Fair/Sussex County Farm & Horse Show. Judging will take place prior to the fair and updates will be released in future newsletters. Enjoy the summer!
Meet the Brewer -- New Jersey Beer Co. at Star Bar on August 5th
Star Bar in Jersey City is excited to host a special brewery night featuring New Jersey Beer Co.. The brewers will be on hand with their entire lineup of fresh beer. Enjoy pints at super cheap prices and say howdy to the folks behind the label! Thursday, August 5th from 6 PM - 10 PM.
The Flying Fish Road Warrior Bocce Ball Team Travels to Delaware!
Flying Fish Brewing Company will be bowling head to head on the bocce court with Dogfish Head, Victory, Yards, Stewart's and Sly Fox. The event is hosted by Iron Hill Wilmington and takes place Thursday, August 19th from 7 - 10 PM. Come see who walks away with the championship trophy! Beers from each brewery will be on tap during the competition.
August Events
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Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – July 2010
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for July 2010 -- keeping you posted on what's brewing in New Jersey.
Fun in the Sun for 14th Annual Beer Festival
737 beer lovers were at the Battleship New Jersey on a warm and breezy day for the 14th annual Garden State Craft Brewers Festival. This included 40 sailors who served on the Battleship New Jersey. There was lots of great garden state beer from the 14 Guild breweries and a great performance by Cabin Dogs.
Harvest Moon to host FareWelcome Beer Dinner
Harvest Moon Brewery and Cafe is hosting a dinner to say farewell to Matt McCord, their head brewer for eight years, and welcome their new brewer Kyle McDonald. The dinner takes place July 15th at 7 PM. Food items will be paired with Harvest Moon beers. Try citrus crusted salmon with the Full Moon Pale and roasted garlic confit beef short rib with Jimmy "D" Red among other courses. Call (732) 249-6666 for details.
Time to Join Basil T's Mug Club
Memberships are currently available for Basil T's Brewery & Italian Grill's Mug Club. Cost of annual membership is $50; new club begins August 16. Members are entitled to everyday beer discounts, weekly food specials and get to keep their ceramic mugs at the end of the term. Don't miss out!
Monmouth Health & Life Magazine readers have awarded Best Beer Selection to Basil T's Brewery and Italian Grill in the June 2010 Reader's Choice Poll.
Taste Summer with Flying Fish
Flying Fish Brewing Company will participate in Taste of Summer: A Jersey Fresh Celebration in Barnegat Light. The event takes place July 10th from 1-5 PM. One price gets you samples of the freshest food and seafood Jersey has to offer. There will be music, prizes and more. Flying Fish beers and New Jersey wine will be available for purchase. Purchase tickets online.
Wood Crafts and Craft Beers at Krogh's
Summer is the perfect time to stroll along Lake Mohawk's boardwalk and then head on into Krogh's Restaurant & Brew Pub at 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, NJ. Come on in and have a seat on their newly installed hand-crafted maple bar stools made by local chainsaw art Brett McLain at Freehand Custom Carvings. Brett also created the bar door that you will be entering when you come to Krogh's, as well as the new dining tables and chairs. Krogh's is currently featuring a Blum's Belgian Witt, a light unfiltered beer with hints of orange and coriander. A handcrafted cream ale comes out in August and their Oktoberfest beer comes out in mid-September. Give them a call at 973-729-8428 to make a reservation or to see what they have on tap. Krogh's looks forward to serving you!
Ramstein Releases its Ramstein Imperial Pilsner on July 10
Ramstein releases its Ramstein Imperial Pilsner on July 10 at their Brewery Open House from 2-4PM. The Imperial Pils is 7% abv heavily hopped with German Tettnanger Hops.
On June 20th sample Ramstein Beers at Stew Leonard's Wines in Clifton, NJ. For more info. Visit Ramstein Beer on Facebook.
July Events
The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what's brewing in New Jersey this month.
Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – June 2010
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for June 2010 -- keeping you posted on what's brewing in New Jersey.
50% of 14th Annual Beer Festival Tickets Already Sold
Half the Tickets to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild 14th Annual Beer Festival have been sold. This year's festival takes place Saturday, June 26th from 1-5 PM. Order tickets online to reserve your space.
Look for Ramstein Northern Hills Amber Lager in June
Look for Ramstein Northern Hills Amber Lager in 22 oz Bottles in mid June. High Point Brewery will host an open house on Saturday, June 12th with Ramstein Northern Hills Amber Lager, Double Platinum Blonde, Golden Lager and Blonde Hefe-Weizen. On June 26th Ramstein Beers will be served at the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild 14th Annual Beer Festival.
Flying Fish Releases Exit 6
For the fifth stop in the continuing Exit Series, we journey to Exit 6. This part of Burlington County was settled by Dutch Walloons (now Belgians) whose first order of business was to build a fort--and then a tavern. The area has always had a rich agricultural heritage and Flying Fish is using locally grown rye as an appreciation of our farmers past and present.
Exit 6 starts out as a deceptively simple recipe--pale malt augmented by 20 percent rye, fermented with a classic Belgian yeast. But then it gets interesting with the hops: English East Kent Goldings, Slovenian Styrian Goldings and Japanese Sorachi Ace.
The result is a rich saffron color with a spicy character from the rye and lemony citrus notes from the unique Sorachi Ace hops.
Harvest Moon Transitions to New Head Brewer
Matt McCord, the head brewer for Harvest Moon Brewery and Cafe, left on May 15 after 8 years with the company. He is moving on to pursue a career as a teacher. Kyle McDonald has taken over for him. Kyle has been with the Harvest Moon for the past 2 1/2 years and will be graduating from the American Brewer's Guild this June. Harvest Moon will be hosting a farewell to Matt/welcome the new brewer beer dinner on Thursday, July 15, time to be determined. Call (732) 249-6666 for details.
Krogh's Featuring New Brews For June and July
Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, Lake Mohawk will be featuring a Corbet's I.P.A., a Blum's Belgian Wit and a Lindfors Lager this June and July. Take a stroll along Lake Mohawk's boardwalk and then come on into Krogh's for their seasonal handcrafted brews and exceptional cuisine. Call ahead at 973-729-8428 to see what they have on tap or to make a reservation.
Philly Beer Weeks Kicks Off June 4th
Philly Beer Week runs from June 4-13. There are thousands of events at 195 venues. Guild members Flying Fish, Iron Hill and Triumph Brewing Company are participating. Check out the Philly Beer Week website for details.
June Events
The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what's brewing in New Jersey this month.
Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for May 2010
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for May 2010 -- keeping you posted on what's brewing in New Jersey.
Cricket Hill Releases Jersey Summer Breakfast Ale
This seasons Jersey Summer Breakfast Ale has been released and is in the stores now! It is as fresh and full of flavor as a day at the shore. A slightly tangy, fruity taste that goes great with bacon and eggs! 4.5 ABV
During National Craft Beer week (May 17-23) Cricket Hill will be holding their usual Friday tours each day of the week! They also will be involved in several Beer /Food matching dinners in order to help introduce more and more people into this wonderful world of Craft Beers!
Dubbel Your Pleasure at Krogh's
Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub at 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, Lake Mohawk is featuring a Gruney's Belgian Dubbel for May. Take a spring stroll along Lake Mohawk's boardwalk and then come on into Krogh's for this rich, malty seasonal handcrafted brew. For information or reservations, please call 973-729-8428.
Mmmmmmm, Flying Fish Beer and Cheese
The only thing better than cheese and beer is... cheese made with beer. The Flying Fish friends at Cherry Grove Farms in Lawrenceville, NJ are making an organic semi-soft cheese in which the rind is washed for several weeks with our Abbey Dubbel. Stop by the farm and try some and take a tour while you're there. Find out more.
Visit High Point for May Open House
Ramstein Maibock was awarded Ratebeer 100. Visit High Point Brewing on Saturday 5/8 for our May open house. We will have two sessions 2-3:30 PM and 3:45-5PM. This will be the last time to sample this year's Maibock at the High Point Brewery open house. On May 11: Beer tasting at the Buy Rite Cranbury, NJ; May 13 promo at the Office Beer Bar and Grill in Morristown, NJ.
May Events
The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what's brewing in New Jersey this month.
Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – April 2010
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for April 2010.
The New Jersey Beer Co. Now Brewing
Bringing craft beer production back to Hudson County for the first time in more than a decade, The New Jersey Beer Co. brewed its first batch in early April. The 20 barrel brewery will launch with three beers - Hudson Pale Ale, Garden State Stout and 1787 Abbey Single, a Belgian-style session beer. Founder and President Matt Steinberg says the beers will be on tap and in bottles by April 26.
Located in North Bergen, the brewery is a fulfilled dream for Steinberg, who embraced his love for homebrewing and the American entrepreneurial spirit. Matt Westfall, of New England Brewing will oversee the inaugural batches. In the coming months Steinberg says the brewery will add new styles to the lineup and will add to the already proud tradition of brewing beer in the Garden State. More information about the brewery may be found at www.njbeerco.com.
Brewers Guild Hits Sweet 16
With the addition of the soon-to-open New Jersey Beer Co. and the return of Trap Rock Brewing, the Guild now stands at 16 breweries strong which will make this June's festival maybe the best yet.
Speaking of the June festival, tickets are now on sale through the Battleship NJ. This year's festival takes place Saturday, June 26th from 1-5 PM.
High Point Declares Maibock Season
Ramstein Maibock is in season. This beer has a 99 rating from Ratebeer and an A- from Beer Advocate. Ramstein Maibock is available on draft in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Growler fills are available at the brewery.
Upcoming events at High Point Brewery: April 10, 2010 - Brewery Open house, two sessions 2-3:30 and 3:30-5PM. April 24-25, 2010 - Tap NY at Hunter Mountain, NY.
Flying Fish Releases 14th Edition Of The Perfect Summer Beer-Farmhouse Summer Ale
Hard to believe this tasty stuff is now entering its 14th summer. That's good for all of us! Flying Fish Farmhouse Summer Ale is on its way out to your favorite retailer and tavern as you read this. The perfect summer beer, Farmhouse Ale is brewed with pale malt, a small percentage of wheat and single-hopped with imported Styrian Golding hops. It's a tribute to the "everyday" Farmhouse beers of Belgium (but it's not a Saison - no fruit, herbs or spices). A sour mash gives this beer its signature dryness and great drinkability.
Krogh's Celebrating Spring with Maibock
Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, will be celebrating spring with a Maibock in April. Call 973-729-8428 for directions or reservations.
Celebrate Shad Fest with River Horse and Triumph
It's that time of year again...Shad Fest at River Horse Brewing Company and Triumph Brewing Company. The event takes place Saturday April 24th and Sunday April 25th. Each year the festival highlights the region's arts community, the City of Lambertville, the Delaware River, and of course, the Shad! The Shad Festival has evolved from a local art show into a nationally recognized award-winning event.
For more info visit lambertville.org.
April Events
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Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – March 2010
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for March 2010 -- keeping you posted on what's brewing in New Jersey.
Cricket Hill Reserve Series Continues with #2 and #3
This March & April Dave Manka and Joe Esser, brewers at Cricket Hill Brewing Company in Fairfield, NJ will be releasing specialty beers #2 and #3 as part of the Cricket Hill Reserve Series!
Reserve #2 is a very limited release of a Bourbon barrel aged Porter! This year we will be treated to the flavors drawn from barrels of Four Roses Bourbon, just in time to chase away the winter blues! This release is available in 22oz. bottles only and is being limited to 100 cases. It is THE beer to seek out, find and enjoy! Look for it in finer liquor stores in late March.
#3 Reserve is also Cricket Hill's 500th brew! True to form, #3 is a Barleywine created in the usual easy to drink style that has become Cricket Hill's trademark. Holding the Barleywine at 8% ABV allows the non-traditional Barleywine drinker an opportunity to taste a full flavored BW without the usual overwhelming alcohol kick! Once again Cricket Hill has stayed true to its mission and has brewed us beer drinkers a wonderful treat. Look for it in April. This release will be made available in 22oz bottles and in a small quantities of sixes.
Flying Fish to Introduce Exit 16 Wild Rice Double IPA on March 15
Although usually identified with landfills and pipelines, the Hackensack Meadowlands is an amazingly diverse ecosystem providing vital animal and plant habitat. In a nod to a once common food plant here, Flying Fish has brewed this beer with wild rice. Flying Fish also added organic brown and white rice, as well as pils and pale malts.
Rice helps the beer ferment dry to better showcase the five different hops added. Lots and lots of them. Flying Fish then dry-hopped this Double IPA with even more--generous additions of Chinook and Citra hops to create a nose that hints at tangerine, mango, papaya and pine. This beer pairs extremely well with spicy foods and all kinds of seafood. And of course, it's quite enjoyable all by itself.
If you want to learn more about the restoration of the Meadowlands, visit www.HackensackRiverkeeper.org.
You are invited to "Exit 16 Release Party... Jersey Style". The event takes place on Monday, March 8 at 6:00pm. The event takes place at Coppermine Pub in North Arlington, NJ. More details are available on Facebook.
Sixth Annual Brewer's Plate to Feature Guild Brewers
The Sixth Annual Brewer's Plate takes place Sunday, March 14th at the Penn Museum in Philadelphia. The event features local restaurants and breweries. Flying Fish, River Horse, Cricket Hill and Triumph are among the participants. Tickets are $65, purchase one soon as this event sells out every year.
Krogh's Offering St. Patrick's Day Stout
Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, will be featuring an Irish Stout for St. Patrick's Day and a Maddie's Mai Bock seasonal this April/May. Call them with any questions or for reservations at 973-729-8428.
March Events
The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what's brewing in New Jersey this month.
For more information, visit http://www.njbeer.org/.
Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – February 2010
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for February 2010 -- keeping you posted on what's brewing in New Jersey.
Flying Fish Releases Exit 4 American Trippel in 6-packs
Due to popular demand Exit 4, the first of the Flying Fish Exit Series beers, will be released this month in 6-packs of 12 oz. bottles. Exit 4 was a gold medal winner at last October's Great American Beer Festival and was also named Best Belgian Beer Brewed in America by Mens Journal. A Belgian-style Trippel then hopped with plenty of American hops, Exit 4 has a hazy golden hue and the aroma of citrus with hints of banana and clove. Predominant Belgian malt flavors give way to a subdued bitterness in the finish. Bottle-conditioned, the beer will develop as it ages.
Cricket Hill Announces Reserve Series of Designer Beers
Cricket Hill Brewing Company will be releasing a barleywine that will be bottled in 22 oz. bottles and limited to less that 200 cases! This will be followed by their second limited release -- a bourbon barrel aged porter, scheduled for release in late February. Cricket Hill is planning four limited releases per year!
Cricket Hill has always brewed session beers that are gentle in style yet full flavored. Their beers are all designed to give a full flavor blast in the middle of the beer drinker's palate with no aftertaste.
Krogh's to Feature Russian Imperial Stout
Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, will be featuring a Russian Imperial Stout on February 12th. It is the "Best of Show" beer from the 2009 NJ State Fair Home Brew Contest. The lucky winner of that contest who got to brew their beer right here at Krogh's this year was Andrew Meravi! Congratulations, Andrew! And coming out in March just in time for St. Patrick's Day, Krogh's will be offering an Irish Stout! Call with any questions or for reservations at 973-729-8428.
Iron Hill Has a "Situation" Brewing
Iron Hill Brewery in Maple Shade has been inspired by a particular reality television show to brew The Situation, a beer that defies categorization. A 10% alcohol hop bomb? A Double IPA? Find out for yourself when the beer is tapped Saturday, February 20th, 1 PM at Iron Hill Maple Shade. Join the fun -- wear a costume or just pump your fists. Call (856) 273-0300 for more information.
Cask Tappings at Gaslight
Gaslight Brewery and Restaurant is offering a series of tappings in February:
- Gaslight Swashbuckler Bitter Cask Tapping
A cask conditioned version of our Pirate Pale Ale dry hopped with East Kent Goldings.
February 4th - Clipper City Peg Leg Cask Tapping
A cask conditioned version of Peg Leg Imperial Stout that is wood aged and dry hopped.
February 11th - Gaslight B.A.M. B.A.M. Bitter Cask Tapping
A cask condition version of our B.A. Massive dry hopped with more Bravo & Apollo Hops.
February 18th - Stone Levitation Cask Tapping
A cask conditioned version of Stone Levitation dry hopped with Amarillo Hops.
February 25th
Annual Mugger's Ball at Ship Inn on February 15th
For those who have worked so hard to complete the Ship Inn beer list and got their pewter mug, the Ship Inn is holding our annual Muggers' Ball with food, drink, and amusement to be had. This is the party for you!!
Monday Feb 15th, call (908) 995-0188 for more information.
February Events
The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what's brewing in New Jersey this month.
Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – December 2009
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for December 2009 -- keeping you posted on what's brewing in New Jersey.
Ramstein Winter Wheat gets Kudos from Gourmet Magazine
Ramstein Winter Wheat, rated by Gourmet Magazine as one of the 8 Greatest Winter Beers is now available on draft and in bottles in NJ, NY, and PA.
High Point brews up a homebrewer contest with the Office Beer Bar & Grill of NJ. The judging will be on Dec. 8 and Dec. 12. Details on Facebook and office-beerbar.com. Among the prizes, winner gets to brew at High Point and have the beer served at all Office locations.
High Point's final open house for 2009 will be on December 12 from 2-4pm. Featuring Ramstein Winter Wheat, Golden Lager, Amber Lager and Classic Dunkel. Visit their website for details.
Flying Fish Still Looking for Input for Next Exit Series Beers
The question is not just "What exit are you from?" it's now "What beer goes with what exit and why?" As Flying Fish ramps up production of its next round of Exit Series beers they're looking for your input. A historical brewery near you? Interesting bit of history? Some strange bit of New Jersey weirdness? Send it on at the exitseries.com website.
Iron Hill Maple Shade Hosting Beer Dinner/Pairing
Iron Hill Brewery in Maple Shade will be hosting a December Beer Dinner on the 2nd, including five courses, and five different beers paired exquisitely. It will be $60 a person, including tax and gratuity. Reservations are required. Call (856) 273-0300 for more information.
Basil T's Offers YouTube Video Tour
Gretchen Schmidhausler is the brewmaster at Basil T's in Red Bank. Watch as she peels back the mystery when she leads you on a YouTube video brewery tour. See where all the magic happens.
Gaslight Hosting Annual Victorian Christmas Dinner
It's time again for the Gaslight Brewery Victorian Christmas Dinner. The event takes place Wednesday, December 9th at 6:30 PM. This is a seven course dinner with beverages selected to compliment the cuisine. Call (973) 762-7077 for more information.
Ring in the New Year at the Ship Inn
The Ship Inn welcomes back Joey D from 6-8:30 PM to celebrate the turning of the New Year in London at 7 PM. Dinner is served through the regular hours. The late night, bringing in the New Year features the Loose Screws from 10 PM -1 AM.
On New Years Day the Millstone River Morrismen bring their country folk dancing to The Ship Inn. Call (908) 995-0188 for more information.
Triumph Barrel Tappings Continue
Join Triumph Brewing Company every month when the brewer drags up a barrel out of his secret stash. The supply is very limited (about ten gallons), so make sure to be on hand when the tap is hammered home.
This month's tappings:
Princeton - Barrel Aged Scotch Ale Wednesday, December 2 at 6pm
Philadelphia - Dunkelweizen Thursday, December 3 at 6pm
New Hope - Winter Brunch Friday, December 4 at 6pm
December Events
The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what's brewing in New Jersey this month.
Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – November 2009
Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for November 2009 -- keeping you posted on what's brewing in New Jersey.
Flying Fish Releases Exit 1
For the third stop on their multi-year trip to explore the state of New Jersey through its beer and culture, Flying Fish journeys to Exit 1 for Bayshore Oyster Stout.
Oysters have had a long association with stout in the United Kingdom. This tradition was gradually lost to the rise of pale ales and overharvesting. Exit 1 celebrates this tasty combination and New Jersey's history as one-time oyster supplier to the nation. Their version is an "export style" stout brewed with oysters. The creamy chocolate flavor harmonizes with the minerals from the oyster shells. An Irish ale yeast contributes a bit of fruitiness and a dry crispness. This richer, fuller stout is perfect for cold weather and to share with friends over great food. Not to mention with a few oysters on the half shell.
This limited edition beer is available in 750 ml bottles.
Triumph Barrel Tappings Continue
Join Triumph Brewing Company every month when the brewer drags up a barrel out of his secret stash. The supply is very limited (about ten gallons), so make sure to be on hand when the tap is hammered home.
This month's tappings:
Princeton - Honeymoon Braggot Wednesday, November 4 at 6pm
Philadelphia - Baby Boy Bock Beer Thursday, November 5 at 6pm
New Hope - Winter Bock Friday, November 6 at 6pm
Gaslight Holiday Events
Gaslight Brewery will hold their annual Thanksgiving Gathering on November 25th-29th. Start planning now for the annual Victorian Christmas Dinner on December 9th (tickets required).
Enjoy their new beers:
Prince of Darkness (P.O.D.) English Dark mild
Warrior E.S.B. (Extra Special Bitter brewed & wet hopped with Warrior Hops)
Dog River Organic Pumpkin Ale
Pinhead Pilsner
India Pale Ale
First Annual Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub Turkey Trot
Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub proudly announces their sponsorship of the First Annual Turkey Trot to benefit the Sparta Education Foundation (SEF). What better way to spend a beautiful Thanksgiving morning than with other members from the community who share a common goal...educational excellence for our children attending Sparta Public Schools. Before your guests arrive, before football starts and before the feast, come walk, run, jog, skip or trot and have fun while making a difference! A 1-mile fun run will be a part of the festivities for those at least 6 years old.
Runner's benefits include: Pre-race pasta dinner (night before) and packet pick up, dinner sponsored by The Dining Room at The Pizza Place with door prizes, music and a live broadcast from WSUS 102.3 and Clear Channel Communications DJ, T-Shirt, breakfast day of event AND fantastic goody bags that will include among other things, a $10.00 gift card from Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub.
The SEF is seeking volunteers to serve on the Turkey Trot committee, and/or to work at the event. If interested, please call 877-472-1731 ext 4 or by email at: TurkeyTrot@SpartaEducationFoundation.org.
Complete information, including registration forms, can be found at runningintheusa.com.
Iron Hill Maple Shade Hosting Brewmaster's Fall Dinner
Iron Hill Brewery in Maple Shade will host five courses featuring fresh autumn flavors on Wednesday, November 18th at 6 PM. The event will cost $60 per person including gratuity. Reservations are required.
first course
Fall Pumpkin Bisque
"maple shade" spiced creme fraiche
Paired with Pumpkin Ale
second course
Fall Salad
red oak leaf, grilled pears, crumbled gorgonzola,
pumpernickle croutons and butternut squash vinaigrette
Paired with American Brown Ale
third course
King Ludwig Beer Cheese
brown sugar-apple wood smoked bacon crisps and grilled vegetable chutney
Paired with Munich Dunkel
fourth course
Carved Grilled Tenderloin of Beef
red bliss potato lyonnaise, golden raisen,
spinach and pinenut saute and sweet blackberry jus
Paired with Quadrupel
fifth course
Caramel-Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding
toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream
Paired with Vienna Lager
Join Tun Tavern for 12th Annual Marine Corps Birthday Celebration
Join Tun Tavern for their 12th annual Marine Corps celebration -- the 234th birthday for the Marines! The event takes place Tuesday, November 10th from 7 PM to 10 PM. The event features sumptuous all-you-can-eat buffet with marine favorites like "S.O.S." and "Iwogema chili". The ceremonial cake cutting ceremony takes place at 9 PM! There will be an authentic pipe band and a belly dancer! $12.95 per person with $2.00 pints beer.
Be a part of the continuing tradition of the Tun Tavern whose counterpart was among the first brew houses in the country and the birthplace of the US Marine Corps. Call (609) 425-0958 for more information.
Cricket Hill's Nocturne Now Available
Cricket Hill has done it again! They have brewed the magnificent dark lager that was a favorite of their tour goers in last year's trial experiment. Cricket's Nocturne combines a mild crispness with subtle toasty, chocolate notes to make it the perfect thirst quencher on days when there's a chill in the air. It's a great accompaniment to hearty Autumn or Winter meals, or dessert by the fireside. This American dark lager's unique balance of easy drinkability and richness of flavor make it a classic Cricket Hill delight!
River Horse "Meet the Brewer Night" @ LITM
Come by to LITM to meet River Horse reps and sample great beers. The event takes place Wednesday, November 18th from 6 to 9 PM. Featuring all year round beers plus two special releases.
November Events
The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what's brewing in New Jersey this month.
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NJ Entertainment – Dining
- D'Oro in Chatham off to a good start September 10, 2010D’Oro 219 Main St., Chatham. (973) 701-6990 Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday RATING: THREE STARS In a normal economy, the people who open... […]
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- Repeat visit verifies Three West's quality September 3, 2010Consistency is one of the most difficult qualities to achieve in a restaurant. Changes in chef, staff and management tend to be frequent, so problems with any or all of the above often adversely affect the quality of the food... […]
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- A quick to put together chicken dish that will wow the crowd September 1, 2010Margot Harris for the Jersey JournalA pecan breading that is simple to make turns plain chicken into a dish you won't want to go without. I’ve breaded and pan-fried a lot of chicken in my day. At some point I... […]
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Second Helpings
- Publicity stunt of the week September 9, 2010According to the press release: “September 15 is National Chicken Lover’s Day. In its honor, Pollo Tropical will provide a free 1/4 Chicken Meal between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. to anyone who dresses from head to toe in yellow and clucks like a chicken at the register.” If you go, send us video! Pollo Tropical is at 374 Route 3 West, Clifton, 973-745-0242, and 146 […]
- Review from elsewhere September 9, 2010Photo by Ted Axelrod for (201) Magazine Continuing the “tradition” started by my predecessor in this job, Bill Pitcher, here is a review of Red Hen Bistro in Wood-Ridge, published in the September issue of (201) Magazine. As the former Food and Entertainment Editor for (201), I wrote this review, my second-to-last review assignment for the magazine before co […]
- Grand Cru will donate to Komen Race For the Cure this weekend September 9, 2010The staff of Grand Cru Wine Bar in Englewood are participating in the Susan G. Komen NYC Race for the Cure on Sunday, Sept.12. The restaurant is donating 10 percent of its sales from Friday and Saturday night, Sept. 10 and 11, to the Susan G. Komen Foundation on behalf of Team Cru. If you are not able to make it to the restaurant and want to donate, click he […]
- David Burke announces fall events at Fromagerie September 8, 2010Photo by Ted Axelrod for (201) Magazine Celebrity Chef David Burke, who alights occasionally at his home in Fort Lee when he is not visiting one of his nine eateries, has announced a line-up of fall events at his Rumson restaurant, David Burke Fromagerie. Dine Out NJ - Sept.19-25 NJ Restaurant Week celebrates the Garden State’s top restaurants with three-cou […]
- Buy a cupcake, help fight pediatric cancer September 3, 2010September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Cupcakes by Carousel is giving back in a “sweet” way. The Ridgewood bakery has partnered with Go 4 the Goal, a non-profit organization whose mission is to help kids with cancer achieve their goals, to raise awareness and funds. Two special cupcakes - the Blake (peace sign) and the Mikey (soccer ball) were des […]
- New French-inspired menu - and sweepstakes - from The Melting Pot September 3, 2010The Melting Pot of Westwood is offering a chance to win a trip for two to France and a limited-time special menu that pays tribute to French culinary traditions. The new menu is available beginning Sept. 20. “I chose France because of the ingredients and familiar dishes that can easily be transferred into fondue,” said Chef Shane Schaibly, director of food a […]
- Discounts for Restaurant Week September 2, 2010Axia Taverna in Tenafly, Radicchio in Ridgewood and Napa Valley Grille in Paramus are among the restaurants offering special fixed-price menus and discounts for New Jersey Restaurant Week, September 19 to 25. The list of participating restaurants is here. […]
- Wine dinner with Stephen Hilla September 1, 2010Stephen Hilla, formerly of Esty Street in Park Ridge and Monterey in Wayne, will be the guest chef at a wine dinner at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10 and Saturday, Sept. 11, at Pourquoi Pas in Westwood. The theme is “Fine Wines of Italy” and the full menu is here. The dinner is $65 a person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required. 31 Westwood Ave., Westwo […]
- Jets Uncorked tasting in Clifton September 1, 2010Former New York Jets running back Bruce Harper will appear at Stew Leonard’s in Clifton for a tasting of the Jets’ signature wine, a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Winemaker Marco DiGiulio created the $26.99 “Jets Uncorked” to commemorate the 2010 season and the opening of the New Meadowlands Stadium. The tasting will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10 at […]
- New deli on Route 4 August 31, 2010Edesia’s Feast has opened on Route 4 in Paramus. The deli and caterer features breakfast, lunch and groceries, and plans to soon start take-home dinners. 171 Route 4 West, 201-291-0222, efeastdeli.com. […]
Artful Diner
- "Dine with Your Dog" at Gladstone Tavern September 9, 2010This coming Saturday and Sunday, September 11th & 12th, Gladstone Tavern in Gladstone, New Jersey, will host its 4th annual “Dine with Your Dog Benefit.” […]
- "Jets Uncorked" Cabernet Sauvignon Release Party at Gary's Wine & Marketplace September 8, 2010This coming Saturday, September 11th, Gary’s Wine & Marketplace will host a special wine tasting of Jets Uncorked, a 2008 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon made exclusively for the New York Jets. […]
- Mexican Chocolate Festival at Rosa Mexicano Riverside Square September 3, 2010From Wednesday, September 8th – Sunday, October 3rd, Rosa Mexicano Riverside Square, 390 Hackensack Avenue, Hackensack, New Jersey, will celebrate its annual Mexican Chocolate Festival. […]
- Grand Harvest International Wine & Food Festival September 1, 2010On Saturday & Sunday, September 25th & 26th, 12:00 noon – 5:00 p.m., the third annual Grand Harvest International Wine & Food Festival to benefit NORWESCAP and The ARC will be held at Alba Vineyard in the Village of Finesville, Milford, New Jersey. […]
- Walk-Around Wine Tasting at The Frog and The Peach August 31, 2010On Friday, September 10, 7:00 p.m., The Frog and The Peach in New Brunswick, New Jersey, will hold another in its popular walk-around wine tasting series. […]
- New York Times' New Jersey Restaurant Rating System August 27, 2010Recently received a hilariously funny note from Mark Valenza, chef/proprietor of Za Restaurant in Pennington, NJ, commenting on the New York Times’ new New Jersey restaurant rating system, which I thought I would pass along… […]
- Iron Hill Brewery Celebrates Oktoberfest August 25, 2010To coincide with the annual Oktoberfest celebration in Munich, Germany, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant will offer a menu of hearty Bavarian dishes that will be served at all eight restaurant locations from Friday, September 17th – Sunday, October 3rd. […]
- "Jazzy Chatham Sunday" at Restaurant Serenade August 23, 2010On Sunday, September 12, 6:00 p.m., Restaurant Serenade, 6 Roosevelt Avenue, Chatham, New Jersey, will host their popular “Jazzy Chatham Sunday” with the David Aaron Quartet. […]
- Artists' Reception at Fiddleheads Restaurant August 20, 2010On Sunday, August 29th, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Middlesex County area artists Sandy Behrend (Kendall Park), Jean Dunham (Monroe), and Yimeng Ling (Edison) will host a free opening reception for the fall 2010 gallery show at Fiddleheads Restaurant in Jamesburg, New Jersey. […]
- Second Annual Summit Wine and Food Festival August 18, 2010The Second Annual Summit Wine and Food Festival, which will be held Friday, September 24 – Sunday, September 26, 2010, will bring together a renowned group of chefs, wine & spirits experts, and host of food television celebrities to benefit the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. […]
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