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Buffalo Beer Buzz, August 9, 2024
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This week's Buffalo Beer Buzz at Step Out Buffalo has stories on Hamburg Brewing 11th anniversary, a new IPL at Five & 20 Spirits & Brewing, the return of Buffalo Bills beers to store shelves, The Dude Hates Cancer Homebrew Competition at Resurgence Brewing, first two canned beers at Buffalo Olde Brewery, official brewery list for this year's Borderland Music + Arts Festival and a launch party for the The Arc Erie County New York Ale Trail at RationAles.
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43:33|In this episode of the WNY Brews podcast, we cover a range of exciting updates and events happening in the Buffalo craft beer scene this fall. Big Ditch Brewing has extended its popular Inflation Buster Menu into the fall, offering daily specials like $0.75 wings, $10 pizzas, $5 drafts, and more. The much-anticipated CollaBEERation Festival V is set for April 5, 2025, where Buffalo Beer Geeks and over 50 WNY craft venues will team up to create exclusive small-batch brews for festival goers to enjoy. Mystic Hills Brewing will celebrate its one-year anniversary on September 7 with live music, tarot readings, and special beer releases, including their Anniversary SMASH beer and Wild Ale Lemon Lime 8 Down.Clarksburg Cider is introducing a new fall seasonal, Vanilla Spice Hard Cider, featuring warm notes of vanilla and spices, available in 12oz. cans and on draft. Western New York Beer Week returns from September 19-28, celebrating local breweries with special beer releases and events throughout the week. Allen Burger Venture is launching a new "Sip & Slider Sampler" every Monday, pairing three sliders with three craft beer samples for $25. Nickel City Brewz is hosting its first annual golf tournament on September 7 at Elma Meadows Golf Course, with proceeds benefiting the Tri-County Food Pantry. Additionally, Beer Kind Brewing is now offering their craft brews in 16oz. cans for take-home enjoyment.Reach out to Brian at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or Scott at Scott@WNYBrews.com. To stay updated on more local craft beer news and events, visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com.Buffalo Beer Buzz, August 23rd, 2024
36:13|In this episode, we cover the latest happenings in the Western New York beer scene:- **WNY Brewers Guild Annual Charity Golf Tournament:** Mark your calendars for August 26 at Chestnut Hill Country Club. Enjoy a round of golf, local food, beer samplings, and more, all while supporting local charities. Entry is $120 per person, including meals and drinks. - **Beer Mile at Bottle Rocket Beer Reserve:** Get ready for a fun and unique event on September 29. Drink 4 beers and run 4 laps in this 1-mile challenge! The event will feature Genesee Cream Ale and has limited spots, so sign up soon.- **Shalooby Loofer Brewing One-Year Anniversary:** Celebrate with Shalooby Loofer on August 24 with live music, special beer releases, and a tribute brew honoring a local firefighter. Proceeds will benefit local fire departments.- **First Line Brewing's Triple Can Release:** Try their latest offerings—Alpha Bravo Citrus IPA, Heritage Vienna Lager, and Beast in the East New England IPA—now available in 12oz. cans and on draft.- **Gene McCarthy’s Introduces Lucky 7 Pricing:** Say goodbye to high beer prices! All pints, regardless of style, are now $7 at Gene McCarthy’s, making it a great spot for affordable, quality craft brews.- **Direct-to-Consumer Legislation Signed:** New law allows NY cider and spirits producers to ship directly to consumers, effective in 90 days, just in time for the holiday season.Tune in to catch all these updates and more in our latest episode of WNY Brews! As always, these stories and more can be found at BuffaloBeerLeague.comBuffalo Beer Buzz, August 16, 2024
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16:17|This week's Buffalo Beer Buzz at Step Out Buffalo has stories on WNY Brewers Guild Golf Tournament, The Griffon Gastropub - Clarence to close, Ellicottville Brewing x St. Bonaventure Fan Zone IPA, new Pressure Drop Brewing hazy IPA, Open Bags #6, a massive new fruited sour collaboration and a cream ale from Hamburg Brewing for the Eden Corn Festival.Buffalo Beer Buzz, July 25th, 2024
32:50|**WNY Brews Podcast Episode: Buffalo Beer Buzz - July Highlights**In this episode, we dive into the latest buzz in Buffalo's beer scene:- **Lilly Belle Meads & Magic Bear Collaboration:** Unveiling their new mead, Melon Magic, a delightful blend of honey with cantaloupe, watermelon, and honeydew, on July 26 at Magic Bear Beer Cellar.- **Big Ditch Brewing's New Sour Release:** Funhouse Mirrors, a 6.3% peanut butter and blackberry jam sour, debuts on July 26 at Big Ditch’s taproom, bringing fairground nostalgia in a glass.- **Wingfest VIP Craft Beer Fundraiser:** Get your tickets for August 31 at Highmark Stadium. Enjoy all-day Wingfest admission, craft beer tastings, and a VIP experience supporting pediatric cancer initiatives.- **Buffalo Spree Best of WNY 2024 Winners:** Celebrate local favorites like Resurgence Brewing, Big Ditch Brewing, and more who topped this year’s list. - **12 Gates Brewing News:** The Ellicottville location, 12 Gates of EVL, closes its doors, but you can still enjoy their brews at the Williamsville taproom.- **Ballpark Brewbash Cancellation:** Consumer’s Beverages announces that the 2024 Ballpark Brewbash at Sahlen Field will not take place due to scheduling conflicts.- **Resurgence to the Rescue Party:** Celebrate the release of Resurgence Brewing’s pet-friendly beer cans on July 28. Join the fun with adoptable pets, raffles, vendors, and more, supporting local animal shelters.Tune in for all this and more in our latest episode of WNY Brews!Buffalo Beer Buzz, July 19, 2024
21:24|On this week's episode we discuss:Waldfest: Festival in the Woods Returns to East AuroraSecond Annual Christmas in July at Sad Boys BrewingHalfway to Caskfest at Mr. GoodbarTickets on Sale for Beer Justice Brewing’s Pars & Pints TournamentWeekly Drops at Mortalis Brewing BuffaloFirst Ever Farmcraft Brewery Farmer’s Market The Buffalo Beer Buzz article posts Wednesdays at Step Out Buffalo and at our website. The Beer Buzz podcast posts Fridays.Buffalo Beer Buzz, July 12th, 2024
32:01|The Lock Tender Bottle Shop & Tap Room opens in Lockport in July, offering New York craft beer, wine, cider, mead, and local produce.Big Ditch’s Dayburner wins silver at the U.S. Open Beer Championship and announces a new Summer Inflation Buster Menu.Hofbrauhaus Buffalo introduces new lunch hours and crowler specials.11th Annual Bricks & Brews at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House on July 12.Frequentem Brewing’s Day Party on July 21, featuring a local tap takeover, food truck, live DJ, and more.Hounds & Hops offers "Pick of the Litter" variety 12-packs, benefiting local dog rescues.Tune in for all the details and more in this week's Buffalo Beer Buzz!Buffalo Beer Buzz, July 5th, 2024
22:09|For a full list of this weeks events and releases check out BuffaloBeerLeague.com