Beer Buzz 063: “A”very nice set of cans!
Beer Tap TV News:
This week on Beer Buzz Eli and Erik talk about Avery’s new cans, barking dogs, Beer Wars, Rock Art, firkin rendezvous’ and more!
Beer Buzz is the ONLY weekly, televised show that keeps you up to date on what’s going on in the beer world, from the noteworthy to the nutty. Know something we don’t (which is highly likely)? Email us at alwayshoppy@beertaptv.com and share the news!
Show Notes:
UPDATES
Last week’s big winner was yet another brand new Tap Head! Grateful One (AKA Brian) correctly told us how many different kinds of beer the Babylonians made. The answer we were looking for (from the Beer Institute) was 16. Brian won a sweet set of Spiegelau glasses. Congrats Brian!
This week’s trivia question is hidden somewhere in the depths of this episode. We’ll be moving it around often, so be sure to watch the entire episode.
We’re on Facebook and YouTube! And if you want to watch us in High-Def on your Big Screen… we’re now on TiVo under the Food & Drink section. Additionally, we are the only beer show listed as a “Recommended Website” on the Brewers Association’s new, kick ass interactive CraftBeer.com site. Go to “Stories” –> Recommended Website –> Craft Beer Web Casts/Pod-Casts or just click here .
We filmed a ton of video at the 2009 GABF. Go watch it here –> Beer Tap TV GABF page and on the GABF video hub page on Examiner.com.
BEER NEWS
Story #1: “A”very nice set of cans indeed! - Avery Brewing Company in Boulder plans to start canning four of its craft beers this spring, becoming the latest Colorado brewer to do so.
Story #2: Beers Wars Now Available Everywhere – Beer Wars is finally available to the mainstream audience! Anyone in the US and Canada with a TV or a computer (or even a gaming console), can now rent or buy the movie. This was made possible through digital distribution deals with Warner Bros. and Netflix.
Story #3: Rock Art/Monster Energy case could lead to trademark law reform – The battle over Rock Art’s Vermonster was one of the biggest stories of 2009, but it’s not over yet. Legislative reform favoring the little guys is blowing in the wind.
Story #4: Stone’s first Collaboration Brew of 2010 – On Friday January 22 Shaun O’Sullivan (21st Amendment) and Matt Brynildson (Firestone Walker) joined Stone’s Head Brewer Mitch Steele for one of their coolest collaborations yet.
BEER RELEASE OF THE WEEK
Ignition Series – Barbed Wire – Pyramid Brewing – Seattle, WA – A new line of unconventional brews that set out to ignite conversation and satisfy the discerning palates of those looking for more beer in their beer. The first in the series, Barbed Wire is an Imperial Hefeweizen.
Fling Pale Ale – Pyramid Brewing – Seattle, WA – This spectacular new pale ale is a tantalizing mix of hops and malts offering a moment of unrestrained pleasure with each delectable sip.
BEER FESTIVAL OF THE WEEK
Firkin Rendezvous at Bristol Brewing – On February 20th Bristol will host a cask ale celebration benefiting the Colorado Brewer’s Guild. Beer Tap TV will be in attendance!
BEER GADGET OF THE WEEK
Bark 4 Beer – The world’s best retractable bottle opener and dog collar in one. Add “fetch me a beer” to your dog’s bag of tricks. Bring out your inner party animal today. Only $19.95 plus shipping.
BEER BLOG OF THE WEEK
MyBeerBuzz.com – A website created by Bil Corcoran devoted to the craft beer scene in Northeastern PA. He writes about the local beer scene and tracks up-to-date tap lists, bottle lists and new beers heading into town.
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