I only have a few tasting events to list for this weekend. If you are out braving the holiday sale crowds, take a break and stop in at one of these local tastings. You might find a new beer to serve your holiday party guests.Friday, November 28 – 5:00 …
As noted previously, the wife and mother of our happy home is spending the week in Montana, assisting her parents after her Dad’s recent heart surgery. My son and I were invited to spend Thanksgiving Day at the home of some dear, and generous, friends….
As we celebrate Thanksgiving Day in the U.S. I hope everyone, no matter where they live, will take a few moments to consider all they have to be thankful for. There’s plenty to complain about in today’s world, but for today, let’s focus on the positive…
Notice: The applications reviewed below are for entertainment purposes only. I do not condone irresponsible drinking, nor do I suggest using these tools to determine your ability to drive, or even to be socially acceptable.I’ve been looking at a few of…
While deciding what I wanted to drink on a recent cold evening, my decision was essentially focused on three options. It was the same three beers that I find myself going back to over and over in the Winter months. I dubbed it my Winter Beer Trinity. (…
There was a recent thread on DC-Beer discussing kid-friendly pubs in Maryland. I thought it was an interesting topic. For beer to become more mainstream, it needs to foster a family-friendly image as part of the change in common perceptions. The other …
The annual auction gala for our son’s school was held this weekend. This is always a fun event and helps to raise much needed funds for the school. The auctioneer is the 2006-2007 International Auctioneer’s Championship winner and he is quite adept a…
Friday marked the opening of the long-awaited Devils Backbone brewpub in Nelson County. Family commitments conflicted with the opening day, but I’ll be visiting soon. Meanwhile I’ll enjoy the reports from folks who did make the trip. Brewer Jason Oliv…
I came across this recently at Art of Drink. Entitled Imbibers One Hundred, the author has compiled a list of 100 drinks that he believes everyone should try, at least once. He writes:Remember, this is just a list of things you should try, not the “bes…
As always, your local retailers are offering free tasting events this weekend. Devils Backbone Brewery opens today. Many beer fans from the area are heading to Roseland, VA to join in the celebration at Jason Oliver’s new digs. Sadly, family obligation…
