October 9, 2009
Saturday night, October 17th from 8pm to 11pm, Mad River Brewing will be hosting a tasting of their brews right here in our lounge! This Humboldt County brewery has won numerous awards, including a gold medal at the 2008 Great American Beer Festival for their Steelhead Extra Pale.
Established in 1989, they produce tasty beers including: Steelhead Extra Pale, Steelhead Scotch Porter, Steelhead Extra Stout, Steelhead Double IPA, Jamaica Brand Red Ale, Jamaica Brand Sunset IPA, and John Barleycorn Barleywine.
Be sure to drop by and check out their offerings!
June 11, 2009
Portland’s New Old Lompoc Brewery was a personal favorite of mine when I had the good fortune of living in the Northwest neighborhood near their 23rd Ave location. They feature bold brews with creativity, style and consistency. At last the time has come that Bend has been blessed with their delicious beers!
Now on draught we proudly feature Old Lompoc C-Note. Is the name C-Note a cheeky reference to the 100 IBU’s this Imperial Pale Ale boasts? Probably. Is it a nod to the all C-named hops (including Cluster, Centennial, Cascade, Challenger, Columbus, Crystal and Chinook) which tickle the taste buds? Absolutely. While the multitude of hops power some big bitterness and flavors of citrus, earth and pine they get balanced out with bold malt flavors at the front end. This one is a welcome addition to our lineup that hop heads will love!
6.9% ABV
100 IBU
Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier is here! After falling head-over-heels for their Korbinian Doppelbock, which we featured throughout Winter, it was time for us to make the move to their Hefe for some summertime bliss. An immediate staff favorite, this cloudy wheat beer embodies the soul of German Hefe. With it’s light aroma featuring inviting yeast, citrus and spices you’re drawn into the first sip where you’re welcomed with the classic fruity characteristics of banana, clove and bubblegum. These flavors play nicely across your palate, accompanied by the softness provided by the wheat, while the clean and slightly dry finish leaves you feeling refreshed and looking forward to another taste. Ratebeer.com places this one at a mighty 96 out of 100 while beeradvocate.com gives it a solid A. We’ve got it on draught now so come on in and experience this Bavarian beauty for yourself!
5.4% ABV
14 IBU
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July 30, 2008
For our final Beer Tasting this month we will focus on India Pale Ales or IPAs. Please join us to sample 5 great beers.
Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, July 30th, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.
July 23, 2008
This wednesday, July 23rd, we tip our hat the bigger beers, specifically those with 7% or more alcohol by volume. Sample a diverse selection of beers from 7% and beyond.
Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, July 23rd, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.
July 15, 2008
This Wednesday, July 16th, we are tasting Belgian style beer and coincidentally honoring the InBev acquisition of Anheuser Busch. Sample Belgian style beer from Belgium and beyond.
Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, July 16th, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.
July 8, 2008
This is one of those beer styles that fits in perfectly on a warm summer day. Come sample 5 unique Wit Beers this Wednesday, July 9th.
Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, July 9th, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.
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.
June 24, 2008
The Blacksmith & Deschutes Brewery Beer dinner has been moved to Tuesday July 8th.
Mix and mingle starting at 6:00 p.m., then sit down to a gourmet meal at 6:30 with a Deschutes Brewer.
Beer & Pairing Menu
Gold Star Lager
“Fish and Chips”
Salt cod fritters, smoked tomatillo tarter sauce and malt vinegar reduction
Rio de Cerveza
Carne Asada
Spencer’s Gold
“Hot Wings”
Chicken beggars purses, bleu cheese flan andancho hibiscus glaze
Hop Henge
Jerked pork tenderloin flatbread
Hop smoked tenderloin, apricot chutney and cauliflower picalilly
XX Porter
“Steak Frittes”
Coffee and molasses glazed hangar steak with sweet potato frittes
Night Cap
Brandy cake and Cigar tobacco ice cream
$75 per person. RSVP: 541-318-0588
June 19, 2008
Blacksmith and Deschutes Brewery team up on Tuesday, June 24 July 8, to create a five-course meal paired with five Deschutes brews. Mix and mingle starting at 6:00 p.m., then sit down to a gourmet meal at 6:30 with a Deschutes Brewer. $75 per person. RSVP: 541-318-0588
