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This week Eli and Erik bust Turkey Day beer myths, talk about the crowdsourcing effort to buy Pabst Brewery,  suggest some brews to wash down the tryptophantastic turkey and gravy… and more on this Thanksgiving Day episode of Beer Buzz!

Beer Buzz brings you the latest news about the beer industry.  Know something we don’t (which is highly likely)?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com and share the news… we just might use it.

Show Notes:

UPDATES

Last week’s winner was… Rick (AKA “Ales from the Crypt”), who pounced on the question: In episode #39 of Beer Buzz we discussed a really old story about a scientist who found something in an ancient fossil.  What was it that he found? ANSWER:  Saccharomyces cerevisiae – known in culinary circles as baker’s or brewer’s yeast – from a 45 million-year-old fossil.  Rick was sitting online waiting for the episode to go live. For his diligence and quick reaction time Rick won himself a set of Spiegelau glasses. Congrats Rick!

This week’s trivia question is a doozy.  If you answer correctly you’ll get yourself a copy of Gary Vaynerchuck’s book, Crush It! But wait… there more!  Because it’s Thanksgiving and we’re feeling generous you’ll also receive a set of Spiegelau Beer Classics glasses!  This is one prize package you’re gonna want to grab. You’ll be thankful.

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BEER NEWS

Story #1: Dispelling Thanksgiving Beer Myths – By now you’ve probably heard a number of different myths about the Pilgrims and beer:

• Myth #1: The Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock because they ran out of beer.
• Myth #2: Was the first building they erected a brewery?
• Myth #3:  Did they have beer at the first Thanksgiving?

Well, none of these are true and we set the record straight – with a lot of help from our favorite beer historian, Bob Skilnik. Please check out Bob’s website and book (Beer and Food: An American History) for a lot more Beer & Pilgrim myth busting!

Story #2: Forza Migliozzi & The Ad Store would like to buy the world a beer and keep it company -  Hollywood based Forza Migliozzi and the Big Apple’s  The Ad Store have joined forces to purchase an American icon via crowdsourcing.  That icon?  The Pabst Brewing Company.  And you too can be a part of this momentous event.

POST THANKSGIVING BEER PARTY OF THE WEEK

Extreme Winter Beer Tapping Party @ Trinity

NEW BEER BAR OF THE WEEK

World of Beer – Sarasota, Florida

BEER GADGET OF THE WEEK

Yesterbeer.com – Yesterbeer helps ensure “The Good Old Days” of  American Beer are never forgotten.

BEER BLOG OF THE WEEK

Cooking with Cantillon by Curt Coughlin – Curt is a trained chef who is also a longtime wine buyer.  He  specialize in cooking with beer and wine – specifically Cantillon beer.  There are a ton of articles and recipes on his site.

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This week Eli and Erik talk about really expensive beers – one you’d drink, the other (found in the wreckage of the Hindenburg)… not so much. More fun from the wacky blokes at BrewDog, new beer releases, and one seriously thirsty beagle.  All this and more on this week’s episode of Beer Buzz!

Beer Buzz brings you the latest news about the beer industry.  Know something we don’t (which is highly likely)?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com and share the news… we just might use it.

Show Notes:

UPDATES

Last week’s winner was , BreweryReviewery (AKA Nate), who answered the question:  Why is Pabst Beer called Pabst Blue Ribbon beer?  ANSWER: It was the first beer to win a blue ribbon at the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893.  Nate won a set of 2 “shaker” Spiegelau glasses.  Congrats to Nate!

This week’s trivia question is:  In episode #39 of Beer Buzz we discussed a really old story about a scientist who found something in an ancient fossil.  What was it that he found? If you answer correctly (in that episode’s forum thread wins) you’ll get yourself a nifty set of Spiegelau glasses from their new Beer Classics line of glassware. We tend to use these as are multi-purpose use glass.  As you’ve seen time after time on Beer Tap TV these bad boys of beer imbibing really make a difference.

There’s another Denver Tweetup tonight at the new Rackhouse Pub in Denver.  Be there!

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We filmed a ton of video at this year’s GABF.  Go watch it here –> Beer Tap TV GABF page and on the GABF video hub page on Examiner.com. Check out both sites!

BEER NEWS

Story #1: Hindenburg airship beer auctioned – A blackened bottle of Lowenbrau beer found in the wreck of the Hindenburg zeppelin is expected to fetch thousands of pounds at auction.

Story #2: World’s most expensive beer costs nearly $1,200 a bottle – A London restaurant has brought out a bottle of what is believed to be the world’s most expensive beer, costing £700  ($1,177.54 U.S. dollars)  a bottle.

Story #3: States aim to allow higher alcohol content in beer – A growing number of states are moving to allow higher alcohol content in beer, despite concerns from some substance-abuse experts.

Story #4: BrewDog lodges complaint… about its own beer – Controversial Scottish microbrewer BrewDog has revealed it has lodged a complaint with drinks watchdog the Portman Group about one of its own beers.

BEER RELEASES

Woodcut No. 3, Oak Aged Crimson Ale – Odell Brewing – Ft. Collins, CO – Woodcut No. 3 combines Crystal, Cara, and Munich malts to create a pleasant sweetness and an appealing red color. Hints of caramel, raisin, and toasted almonds are balanced by delicate hop flavors, and the beer’s distinct oak aroma enhances the finish. Released today just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday!

Tackle Box variety pack – SweetWater Brewery – Atlanta, GA – This variety pack is a hefty collection of year round brews along with a “Secret Stash” brew in each box. This new package will be released in short runs, and therefore only available for a limited time.

BEER BLOG OF THE WEEK

The Thirsty Beagle by Nick Trougakos – Nick is a Metro editor at The Oklahoman by day and a beer enthusiast by night… and day. This is his blog about beer, sports… and beer!

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Beer Tap TV News:

This week Eli and Erik talk about a new Oregon hop company, wine festivals adding craft beer to the lineup, new beers and breweries, and so much more!  This week the Beer Boys are giving away a new – and pretty damn cool prize – Spiegelau glassware!

Beer Buzz brings you the latest news about the beer industry.  Know something we don’t (which is highly likely)?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com and share the news… we just might use it.

Show Notes:

UPDATES

Last week’s winner was WhopTbird (AKA Brandon), who answered the question:  In what April ‘09 episode of Beer Buzz do we drink Oskar’s Gordon and Breckenridge’s ESB? ANSWER:  The April 7th episode.  Brandon won ice fishing bobber DeCapper. Congrats to Brandon!

This week’s trivia question is:  Why is Pabst Beer called Pabst Blue Ribbon beer?  ANSWER: Watch the show! The first person to reply with the correct answer in that episode’s forum thread wins… a brand new prize! A set (consisting of two glasses) of the Spiegelau lager glasses from their new Beer Classics line of glassware.   We tend to use these as are multi-purpose use glass.  As you’ve seen time after time on Beer Tap TV these bad boys of beer imbibing really make a difference.

There’s another Denver Tweetup right around the corner!  Thursday November 19 at Rackhouse Pub… be there!

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We filmed a ton of video at this year’s GABF.  Go watch it here –> Beer Tap TV GABF page and on the GABF video hub page on Examiner.com. Check out both sites!

BEER NEWS

Story #1: Indie Hops sets sail – Oregon’s first and only hop pellet milling operation is now open for business! There mission is to supply 100% Oregon grown aroma hops to the craft beer industry using a sustainable, transparent and fair pricing structure. All of their hops are grown in the heart of the Willamette Valley, the finest area for aroma hops in the U.S.

Story #2: Wine fest adjusts for recession - (story brought to our attention by Rick Andrews of  “Ales from the Crypt” fame) -  Adding specialty beers and emphasizing the food aspect of the eighth annual Suncoast Food & Wine Fest, formerly the Suncoast Winefestival, were two changes the Rotary Club made to keep the event successful in depressed times.

BEER RELEASES

13 Anniversary Ale – Firestone Walker Brewing – Paso Robles, CA – Firestone’s new anniversary beer “13” will go on sale for the first time at noon TODAY at the Firestone Walker Brewery in Paso Robles and the Firestone Walker Taproom Restaurant in Buellton.

Mountain Standard Reserve ‘09 – Odell Brewing – Fort Collins, CO – On November 2, when daylight savings time officially ended, Odell released Mountain Standard.The 9.4% ABV deep mahogany ale features local organic hops and pays tribute to the region’s oft forgotten time zone.

NEW BREWERY OF THE WEEK

Teller County will be getting a brewery soon – The Woodland Park Brewing Company has secured a location just off of U.S. 24 next to the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center. Brewers Jeff Aragon and Brian Horton are currently setting up equipment and plan to be brewing by the end of December and serving by the end of January 2010.

BEER FESTIVALS OF THE WEEK

San Diego Beer Week – Right now the first ever San Diego Beer Week is going.  From now until Sunday, November 15 there will be more than 200 beer events celebrating the region’s thriving craft beer scene.

BEER BLOG OF THE WEEK

The Brewers Dray Blog – An assortment of local and international brewing news, pub reviews and random beery musing from the streets of Perth, Australia.

BEER GADGET OF THE WEEK

CraftBeerClothing.com - The first clothing line dedicated to craft beer.  Shirts ranging $14.99 – $15.99 (for XXL)

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This week Eli and Erik talk about what your taste in beer supposedly says about you, how our taste buds are being insulted (again), the search for the next Beerdrinker of the Year, winter beers, new beer bars, and a whole lot more.  Plus, they give out more free stuff!

Beer Buzz brings you the latest news about the beer industry.  Know something we don’t (which is highly likely)?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com and share the news… we just might use it.

Show Notes:

UPDATES

Last week’s winner was gohabs (AKA Charles), who answered the question:  On the October 29, 2008 episode of Beer Buzz, what breweries’ stickers are on Eli’s laptop? The Answer:  Trinity and Great Divide.   Charles won the third and final signed copy of George Wendt’s book, Drinking with George!  Congrats!

This week’s trivia question is… ya, right.  Watch the episode!  The first person to reply with the correct answer in that respective episode’s forum thread wins… a DeCapper of your choice from the one’s we have left in house.

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We filmed a ton of video at this year’s GABF.  Go watch it here –> Beer Tap TV GABF page and on the GABF video hub page on Examiner.com. Check out both sites!

One bigger update:  Two Southern Colorado breweries get new brewers!  Read all about it here.

BEER NEWS

Story #1: What Your Taste in Beer Says About You – Mindset Media, a market researcher specializing in psychographics, interviewed more than 2,600 people online in August and September and found specific personalities and mind-sets for more than half a dozen branded beer choices. Your choice of beer can be as telling about your personality as what kind of clothing you wear or the car that you drive.

Story #2: Greene King Insults America – Greene King Brewery has launched a program to flood America with fake beer engines (pseudo-cask handpumps) for dispensing filtered, kegged Old Speckled Hen.  Fight the fake!

Story #3: 2010 Beerdrinker of the Year Search is Underway – Wynkoop Brewing Company is seeking beer resumes from the nation’s most beer-minded men and women for the 2010 Beerdrinker of the Year contest.

Story #4: Shmaltz Brewing Named “Top 20 Fastest Growing Companies” by SF Business Times

BEER RELEASES

Big Barrel Double IPA – Karl Strauss Brewing Company – San Diego, CA -  Their first-ever 22 ounce bomber, and the initial beer in a new Coastal Reserve series scheduled to hit shelves across Southern California in early November. A limited run of 600 cases will be for sale at retail locations throughout Southern California in early November.

Frambozen & 2 Below – New Belgium Brewing – Ft. Collins, Co – Frambozen, a 7% ABV raspberry infused brown ale, is perfect for holiday dinners.  2 Below is 6.6% ABV winter brew that goes through dry-hopping during fermentation and is pushed into a near-freezing state which creates a rosy, floral nose with a hint of pepper spice and estery undertones. Both are available now through January. A six pack sells for about $7.99 and is offered in most of the 26 states where New Belgium is sold.

NEW BEER BAR OF THE WEEK

Rackhouse Pub (Denver, CO) -  Nestled in the bosom of Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey Distillery, the Rackhouse Pub tries to be as hardcore Colorado as our neighbors. Here you’ll find a hand-picked selection of Colorado beers, micro-distilled spirits, soda, meats, cheeses and local produce (when available).

BEER FESTIVALS OF THE WEEK

Beers of the Year Mini-Fest – Saturday, November 7th, 1 -5 pm @ Wynkoop Brewing in Denver, CO

All Colorado Beer Festival – Saturday, November 7, 2009 12:00 – 4:30/5:30 – 10:00 @ Mr. Biggs Event Center, Colorado Springs, CO

BEER BLOG OF THE WEEK

Cody Christman – Beer Drinker of the Year – The title is awarded by the Wynkoop Brewing Company in Denver, Colorado, which sponsors the national event. The Wynkoop also happens to be Cody’s home pub, which is a first for a winner of this competition.

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