Wednesday Tastings: Lager

July 2, 2008

June beer month was such a success that we have decided to continue the theme for July. This Wednesday, July 2nd, we will focus on Lagers.

Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, July 2nd, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.

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Wednesday Tastings: Local Brews

June 25, 2008

For the last week of June Beer tastings we turn our focus to our own back yard. This Wednesday, June 25th, we will be tasting a beer from each of the local breweries. 

Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, June 25th, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.

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Wednesday Tastings: Western Beer

June 18, 2008

Join us this Wednesday, June 18th, where we will be tasting beers from the West side of the US.  We will be tasting a broad selection of great Western Beers.

Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, June 18th, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.

 

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Wednesday Tastings: International Beers

June 2, 2008

This week will be the first installment of Beer month at The Blacksmith and we will be tasting five international beers. 

  • Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse (Munich, Germany | ABV 5.0%)
  • Fullers ESB (London, England | ABV 5.9%)
  • Mikkeller All Others Pale (Copenhagen, Denmark | ABV 6.0%)
  • Saison Dupont (Tourpes-Leuze, Belgium | ABV 6.5%)
  • Black Boss Porter (Witnica, Poland | 9.4%)

Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.

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Wednesday Tastings: June = Beer

May 30, 2008

Blacksmith BeerPrepare to achieve beervana. During June, the Blacksmith Restaurant + Bar + Lounge gives brews their due at Wednesday tastings featuring beers from near and far. Join the Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room every Hump Day.

The line-up for June includes:

  • June 4 = International Beers
  • June 11 = Eastern US Beers
  • June 18 = Western US Beers
  • June 25 = Local Beers
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Blacksmith Tastings Tonight: Modern Martinis

May 28, 2008

Join us tonight from 5-7 PM for the final May Martini tasting. John Hansen, The Blacksmith’s own Intoxicologist, will complete this month’s history of martinis with Modern Martinis. Don’t miss tonight’s gastronomic delights. The following three martinis will be paired with unique and tasty appetizers.

  • You can have your Gin and eat it too
    Gin injected cucumber with lemon vermouth gelee and tonic foam
  • Mesquite Smoked Vodka Martini
  • Molecular Strawberry Martini

Martini tasters will be served cocktail party-style, with appetizers included from 5-7 PM. $25 per person.

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Wednesday Tastings: Chehalem & Elk Cove Wines

April 30, 2008

This Wednesday, April 30, is the final week of Wednesday Wine Tastings. Join Rob Filliponni from Galaxy Wine Co. for an Oregon wine flight from Chehalem, and Elk Cove Vineyards. Only $10 for eight wines.

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Wednesday Tastings: Woodward Canyon

April 23, 2008

This week The Blacksmith’s Wednesday after-work Wine Tasting features wines from Woodward Canyon, a Washington winery located in the Columbia Valley. A representative from Woodward Canyon will be on site to pour and discuss Woodward Canyon wines. The winery is known for Cabernet Sauvignon.

During April, Kevin Gilman, the Blacksmith’s sommelier, will host Wednesday Wine Tastings. Cost is $10 to taste approximately eight wines, and every week will feature different vineyards, varietals, vertical tastings and other fun ways to experience the beauty of the bottle.

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Wednesday Tastings: Big Washington Reds

April 16, 2008

Here’s a low-cost opportunity to taste great wines with guidance from experts. The Blacksmith Restaurant has started Wednesday Tastings after work, and each month spotlights a different beverage. During April, Kevin Gilman, the Blacksmith’s sommelier, will host Wednesday Wine Tastings. Cost is $10 to taste approximately eight wines, and every week will feature different vineyards, varietals, vertical tastings and other fun ways to experience the beauty of the bottle.

Join Kevin Gilman and Rick Maurer from D’Vine Wine Co. this evening, starting at 5, for big Washington reds from Sheridan, Fidelitas, K Vintners, Five Star Cellars and Bergevin Lane.

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