Stony Brook Hy-Vee Halloween Drinks and Dinner

When: Thu, Oct 27 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Stony Brook Hy-Vee, 14591 Stony Brook Boulevard, Omaha

From their email...

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Who says the kids get to have all the Halloween fun.  Please come join us for our Halloween celebration and don’t worry we’ve got the drinks covered.

We will be pouring a few delicious but interesting cocktails along with pumpkin and fall brews.  Chef Dirk will be stewing up a few finger foods and we’ll finish the night with lots of treats.

You’ll leave with tons of great drink ideas for your Ghoulish parties.

The event is $15.00 per person, and there is limited room available, so we ask that you R.S.V.P. by Wed, Oct 19.

Please call Wine & Spirits at 402.697.0811, or email us at 1466winemgr@hy-vee.com.
 

Friday Tapping Party - Duchesse De Bourgogne Flanders Red @ Jake's (Lincoln & Omaha)‏

This Friday will make you pucker! Both the Lincoln & Omaha Jake's will have a very special tapping of Duchesse De Bourgogne, a Flanders Red Ale from the Verhaeghe Brewery in Vichte, Belgium. This sour ale is loaded with dark fruit flavors of sour cherries and grapes, a hint of brown sugar and vanilla, and solid but palatable tartness throughout. A rarity on tap, this is a special treat.

Commercial description "Duchesee de Bourgogne is the traditional top fermented reddish-brown ale from the West-Flanders region of Belgium. This refined ale also known as "The Burgundies of Belgium" is a blend of 8 and 18 months old ales following careful maturation in oak casks. 100% natural and unpasteurized."

RateBeer score: 97
BeerAdvocate: A-

Tapping Times
5:00 pm Jake's Lincoln (14th & P St.)
5:30 pm Jake's Omaha (62nd & Maple)

Max & Joe's (Crescent Moon) Tapping Tonight

  
From their email...

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Plans to tap the New Belgium Prickly Passion Saison have been put on hold as the kegs did not make our delivery today.

So instead we will tap the Mikkeller Monk's Elixir. It is a heavy dark Belgian ale inspired by the Trappist monasteries of Rochefort and Westvleteren. The beer style, characterized by its high content of alcohol, distinguishes itself by its dominant yeast character, delicious malt background and balanced hop notes.

10% ABV
 

Wanted: Entry Level Assistant Brewer (Upstream Brewing Company)

 
From their correspondence...

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Upstream Brewing Company is filling the position of Entry Level Assistant Brewer.

Upstream has been in operation since 1996 and has two large brewpubs in Omaha, Nebraska.  We have a combined production over 3,000 barrels a year.

The responsibilities of the Assistant Brewer position include, but are not limited to:

> Effectively communicate on a daily basis with the house brewer before during and after work to assure that all tasks are being completed on a daily basis

> Help with daily brewing operations in one of our existing brewpubs: brewing, filtering, kegging, cleaning; did I forget to mention cleaning.

> Customer relations (aka socialize with the homebrewers and beer aficionados)

> Be involved in off-site beer events

> Help with recipe development

> Help troubleshoot process and production issues for the brewpub

> Help assist with brewery problems when they arise

> And all the other stuff an Assistant Brewer does

Wants include:

> Excellent communication skills and attention to details.

> Experience as an assistant brewer/homebrewer

> Confident in working with a team of well-trained brewers

> Some knowledge in the science of brewing

> A fun, extroverted personality with passion for beer

> An individual that is not afraid to get dirty or sweat and work in damp, cold/hot conditions

This is an entry-level position the salary will be around $20,000-$21,000 per year to start for the right candidate.

Please contact me if you believe this is the right opportunity for you.

Best regards,

Michael Hall
Corporate Brewmaster
Upstream Brewing Company
Omaha, NE

mhall@upstreambrewing.com
 

Modern Monks New Beer Releases!!

From Facebook

The following two beers will be released to the public for the first time on October 24th at the down town location of Misty's in Lincoln.

Be there or be square!


Wild Tripel- A sour ale, this tripel has a spicy black pepper aroma that carries into the flavor, with a chardonnay characteristic and finishing tart and malty. This beer was spontaneously fermented in an oak barrel which lends to the tart character and its name. 8% ABV

Barrel Aged Olde Ale- Aged over ten months in Templeton Rye Whiskey barrels; it has the aroma of ripe plum, candied cherries, vanilla and bourbon. This ale has a big malty flavor with hints of caramel, fig and pear; the vanilla and bourbon finish will slightly warm the palate and linger long after the swallow. 9% ABV

New Winter Seasonal From New Belgium at °Brix

°Brix just announced the arrival of New Belgium's newest winter seasonal, Snow Day. This will be replacing 2 Below in New Belgium's lineup. I must say I'm a bit disappointed that 2 Below has gone by the wayside, but hopefully my disappointment will be washed away by it's replacement.

From °Brix's facebook page:

Remember how much you enjoyed snow days as a kid? Why stop there!? New Belgium gives us a reason again by introducing their new winter seasonal Snow Day which replaces 2 Below in their lineup. It's a winter warmer style. It just came in last night, and it's so new we don't know much about it yet. Are you up to the adventure of a Snow Day?

Upstream Brewing Release Party (Predator Belgian Strong Golden Ale)

 
When: Thu, Oct 20 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Upstream Old Market, 514 South 11th Street, Omaha

From their email...

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Belgian Strong Golden Ales were originally developed in Belgium after WWII as a response to the growing popularity of Pilsner beers.

Belgian Ales represent the height of the brewers' art.  Sophisticated brewing techniques, yeast blends and unique flavoring elements have elevated the beers of Belgium to the status enjoyed by wine in other countries.

Predator follows in this tradition by giving an alluring aroma; a dynamic complex of flavors, Belgian flair, Omaha fortitude, and a dusting of our special proprietary yeast blend gives this beer a palate of unusual depth.

Drink Up!

9% ABV
30 IBU
1.092 OG

> Come to the first floor bar area
> Upstream’s brewers will be present to answer questions and talk about beer
> Ask your bartender or server for a ticket which is good for a complimentary pint of our newly released beer and enters you into the drawing

Slow Elk at °Brix

You have to love the way Big Sky Brewing names their beers. Their latest seasonal, Slow Elk Oatmeal Stout, is now available at °Brix (and other good beer stores as well I'm sure).

From °Brix's facebook wall:

Here's a recent arrival from Big Sky Brewing in Montana: Slow Elk Oatmeal Stout. It has the usual hints of coffee and dark chocolate, but is muted enough to be a good entry point for someone just dipping their toe into stouts. Just $8.99 for the 6-pack.

New on Tap at the Library Pub

It's good beer Tuesday again at the Library and they've tapped a couple new beers just in time.

Just in time to make your plans for Good Beer Tuesday...enjoy $1 off all craft and import beers from 7 to close to enjoy these new arrivals at the Library Pub: 

Another creative brew from the folks in Lincoln, Empyrean Black Pepper Porter is heavy on the black pepper. You get it right up front in the nose and it doesn't let up on the palate. The pepper makes an interesting counterpoint to the roasted malts in this porter. Interesting and different. 

We now also have New Belgium Belgo Belgian IPA. While there is a slight malty presence, this is not to be confused with your typical Belgian IPA. It definitely has an American twist, spiked with the strong presence of citrus hops which dominate the palate. B+ from Beeradvocate.com.

SPECIAL THURSDAY TAPPING PARTY at Jake's (Lincoln & Omaha!)

This Thursday (10/20) at both the Omaha & Lincoln Jake's locations will be a very special tapping party for Empyrean Brewing Company's Beer Quest winning beer.

Beer Quest is a quarterly event which starts with 21 homebrewers going head to head in a private competition judged by certified beer judges, with the top 10 beers moving on to the Beer Quest public event. Brewers in this final round serve their beer and speak with the public about what processes and techniques they used to make their beer unique. The publics job is to try each one of the beers and rank the brewers in order of favorite. The winner of the public tasting is crowned the winning brewer, and is awarded the opportunity to brew the winning recipe on Empyrean's big brewery system.

Jim Anciaux and Bryon Belding, the champs of the recent Beer Quest event, are no strangers to the winners circle, with a combined 5 wins over the years. With the theme of the latest event being "X-Periment-Ale Ales", Jim and Bryon created a Belgian-style Witbier brewed with rhubarb. The outcome has all the wonderful creamy and citrus character one would expect, but with a pleasant tartness that the rhubarb imparts. Crisp and refreshing, this one is a real treat.

**LINCOLN LOCATION ONLY** Come on down and meet the brewers Jim and Bryon! Share a pint with the guys, and learn more about brewing with this unique ingredient.

6:00 pm Jake's Omaha (62nd & Maple)
6:00 pm Jake's Lincoln (14th & P St.)

Upstream Brewing Release Party (Nirvana Farmhouse IPA)

 
When: Tue, Oct 18 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Upstream Legacy, 17070 Wright Plaza, Omaha

> Come to the first floor bar area
> Upstream’s brewers will be present to answer questions and talk about beer
> Ask your bartender or server for a ticket which is good for a complimentary pint of our newly released beer and enters you into the drawing
 

Moonstruck Meadery Opening Weekend

 
When: Fri, Oct 28 from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m.; Sat, Oct 29 from 1:00 to 11:00 p.m.
Where: Moonstruck Meadery, 2221 Madison St, Bellevue

From their Facebook events page…

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We have decided to change from an opening day to an opening weekend.  This way we can accommodate all of our customers who wish to get their Mead on.  Come on out to help us celebrate.

Enjoy 4 different styles of Mead:

Cherry Melomel
Plum Melomel
Hoppy Mead
Sack Mead

Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thursday: 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday: 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
 

Oktoberfest w/ the Bolzen Beer Band

October is here and the time is ripe for drinking copious amounts of really good beer. Come on down to the Bourbon and enjoy Beer, Brats and a heaping helping of Polka to ring in Fall! Bolzen Beer Band will be providing a whole evening of Beer Hall themed entertainment. Including drinking games, prizes and of course, lots and lots of kick ass music. Octoberfest/Polka themed costumes are highly encouraged. Just because the real Octoberfest is over doesn't mean we can't celebrate and get drunk!

See you all there,
Prosit der Gemutlichkeit!

Sponsored by Empyrean Ales & Modern Monks

Doors open @ 7p

$5 cover includes food (while it lasts...)

$5 for a GIANT beer mug to take home, with free first fill of the finest schwill, and pint price refills all night.

$3 Jager & Rumplemintz shots!

The Bourbon

1415 O Street

Lincoln, NE

Sunday, October 23 at 7:00pm - October 24 at 12:00am

Hibernation Ale Back on Shelves at °Brix

Great Divide's Hibernation Ale. Yep. I'm a fan. Just seeing this reminds me of how glad I am that Great Divide was able to continue distribution to our state!

From °Brix's facebook wall:

The arrival of chillier weather begs for a heavier beer. A cherished seasonal is back: Hibernation Ale from Great Divide is a thick, chewy higher ABV beer with big malt and hops flavors that will help you welcome the frosty nights of late fall. Rates an A- on Beeradvocate, and we agree. 

Where Can You Find Lucky Bucket's Big Pimpkin Ale?

Have you been wanting to try Lucky Bucket's Big Pimpkin Ale but haven't been able to make it to their tasting room? Well lucky for you, they have just released a list of establishments who currently have this beer on tap.

Old Chicago - Cass

Old Chicago - Old Market

Old Chicago - Eagle Run

Krug Park

Jake's Cigars

Pizza Gourmet - La Vista

And, of course, you can find it at their tasting room located at the brewery.

Blind Beer Tasting and Dinner (Stony Brook Hy-Vee)

 
When: Thu, Oct 20 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Stony Brook Hy-Vee, 14591 Stony Brook Boulevard, Omaha

From their email…

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Are you looking for a challenge?

We are challenging you to a blind tasting with your Hy-Vee Wine and Spirits.  Come sample 20 varieties of domestic beer and see how many you can guess right.

Our beer specialists, KJ and Richard will be there to guide you and hand out prizes to the top tasters but just to warn you, it won’t be as easy as you might think.

As always, Chef Dirk will be preparing a delicious dinner including meatloaf, mashed potatoes, corn and apple pie.

Do you think you’re up for it?