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October Giveaway

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Oct 1st, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The response to the September giveaway was so good I decided to do it again. For October I’ll give away one of the new pint glasses from Blue & Gray Brewery. The Blue & Gray logo is etched on to the glass so it will never wash off.To be entered…



Northern Virginia Brewfest

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Sep 29th, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

On Sunday I took a drive up to Centreville, VA to attend the Northern Virginia Brewfest. Yes, that’s two beer festivals in one weekend. What can I say, except that I have an understanding family. As I arrived at Bull Run Park, there were large dark clo…



6th Annual Fredericksburg Oktoberfest

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Sep 27th, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The 6th Annual Fredericksburg Oktoberfest at the Blue & Gray Brewery got off to a festive start Friday evening. Despite the gray skies and occasional rain, the opening day events were well-attended. The evening began with a “early-bird special” of …



Weekend Beer Events

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Sep 26th, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

It’s a busy weekend. The 6th Annual Fredericksburg Oktoberfest put on by the Blue & Gray Brewing Company kicks off Friday evening and runs through Sunday. I plan to be there Friday evening. You can see the full event schedule here. On Saturday I’ll…



It’s “Wet Hop” Beer Season

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Sep 25th, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

It’s that time of year and many brewers are releasing their wet, or fresh hopped beers. Rather than using the typical dried hops, the hops are used in the brewing process fresh from the harvest. I’m quite fond of these beers and enjoy very much the str…



Beer Coasters

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Sep 24th, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

It’s interesting how how one can find themselves with a collection of something without actually giving thought to collecting. That’s what has happened with me and beer coasters. Beer coasters, or mats, are one of the pieces of breweriana that seem to …



Blue & Gray Oktoberfest Preview

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Sep 23rd, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The 6th annual Fredericksburg Oktoberfest will be held this weekend, Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 28. You can expect plenty of food, beer and entertainment all weekend. The celebration is a family event and, as with all Blue & Gray even…



Weekend Beer Events

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Sep 18th, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

FABTS will hold it’s monthly meeting on Saturday at Total Wine in downtown Fredericksburg. The theme for the meeting is “Oktoberfest Beers”. This promises to be a very fun meeting. I am committed to a Boy Scout activity and will miss the meeting this m…



Beer on a Stick – Huh?

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Sep 17th, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Nope, it’s not a frozen beer treat. This Beer on a Stick ™ is something different.Apparently, it is supposed to keep your hands dry and your beer cold. I don’t get it.Read more here.



The Prohibition Movement is Still Very Much Alive

By From http://vadavid.blogspot.com/ • Sep 16th, 2008 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Craft beer drinkers, in fact those who partake in any alcoholic beverages, should never be complacent regarding legal alcohol. The threat to your responsible enjoyment of these beverages remains under attack. There are a number of organizations active …