{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/59540d7b836ac0732b7dfdb5/6997e095f8a4f13cff27ee42?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Buffalo Beer Buzz, February 20th, 2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/59540d7b836ac0732b7dfdb5/1771560161309-d7d41dc6-7323-489f-8117-fbe888cb8857.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Scott and Brian are back together after Brian’s excursion to the \"Happiest Place on Earth.\" This week, the conversation spans from the excitement of the upcoming high-holy season of Irish music to the sobering reality of recent brewery closures in Western New York.</p><p><strong>Important Update:</strong> The <strong>Buffalo Beer Buzz</strong> is officially moving to its own podcast feed! To make sure you don't miss a single weekly update come April or May, search for \"Buffalo Beer Buzz\" in your favorite podcatcher and hit follow.</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>On Tap This Week:</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Team Disney Recap:</strong> Brian is back and sipping on a <strong>Buffalo Brewing Simon Pure</strong>, while Scott enjoys a classic <strong>Hamburg Brewing Irish Red</strong> (with a roasty twist).</li><li><strong>YouTube Bound:</strong> We’re moving toward video! Watch Scott solve a Rubik's cube in record time while discussing the nuances of dark copper lagers.</li><li><strong>Keenan Wine &amp; Beer Bash:</strong> Happening Feb 21st at the Keenan Center Arena. Wine gardens, live music, and \"Blaster Ball\"—whatever that is!</li><li><strong>Brewski at Knox Farm:</strong> 42 North's legendary event is officially <strong>SOLD OUT</strong>. If you have tickets, get ready for a two-mile trek through the park with five beer samples.</li><li><strong>Autism Acceptance Month:</strong> <strong>First Line Brewing</strong> and the <strong>Summit Center</strong> are teaming up for \"Foundations,\" a dry-hopped American Lager with Strata hops. Pre-orders are open now!</li><li><strong>Sabreshood Bar Network:</strong> <strong>Johnson’s Landing</strong> is now a Sabres destination—games with the volume ON and watch parties with alumni.</li></ul><h3><strong>The Bitter News:</strong></h3><p>We discuss the closing of two local staples: <strong>One-Eyed Cat Craft House</strong> and <strong>Steel Leaf Brewing</strong>. Brian and Scott reflect on their history with these spaces and the shifting climate of the local craft beer scene.</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>The Road to St. Paddy's:</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>The Brewers Invitational:</strong> Feb 28th at NYBP Beer Lodge in Orchard Park. Stay tuned to our socials for a potential ticket giveaway!</li><li><strong>The Great Guinness Toast:</strong> Catch Scott and his band, <strong>Almost Seamus</strong>, at the Buffalo Irish Center tomorrow night (Feb 20th).</li></ul><h3><strong>The Buffalo Beer League Hotline:</strong></h3><p>Did you drink something world-class this week? Tell us about it and you might hear yourself on a future episode! 📞 <strong>716-486-BEER (2337)</strong></p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Connect With Us:</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Website:</strong> <a href=\"https://buffalobeerleague.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">BuffaloBeerLeague.com</a></li><li><strong>Email Brian:</strong> <a href=\"mailto:Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com</a></li><li><strong>Instagram/Threads/Untappd:</strong> @BuffaloBeerLeague</li><li><strong>X (Twitter):</strong> @BuffBeerLeague</li><li><strong>Facebook:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://facebook.com/thebuffalobeerleague\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">facebook.com/thebuffalobeerleague</a></li><li><strong>Scott’s Band:</strong> <a href=\"https://almostseamus.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">AlmostSeamus.com</a></li></ul><p><br></p>","author_name":"Scott@WNYBrews.com"}