Beer Making Class in Miami

This Sunday on a little farm in Little Haiti you can learn to make beer. May not seem the likely location for such an event but why not since the ingredients for the beer comes from a farm. I like the theme of "When the apocalypse comes, you will want to know how to brew your own beer!" A very true statement. This should be a great time in a nice relaxed atmosphere. Here is what will be covered in the class.

"From Seeds to Suds"
An Introduction to Homebrewing

Want to learn how to make your own beer? What better way to learn than by actually DOING? During this class we will physically make a 5-gallon batch of beer, and cover every step of the process from start to finish.

Important questions and topics that will be addressed:
• What equipment do I need in order to brew my own beer from home?
• What ingredients do I use to make beer?
o What is malted barley?
o Why does beer have flowers (hops) in it?
o What other flavors can I add to my beer?
o What exactly IS yeast and how does it make alcohol?
• What is the difference between a lager and an ale?
• How long does fermentation really take?
• Why and how is beer carbonated?
• Why would I want to spend more time and effort homebrewing when I can just pick up a six-pack at the store?

Did you try your “uncle’s” homebrew and nearly gag at the first swallow? Don’t be fooled, if you pay attention and take your time, you and ANYONE can make quality delicious homebrew. You will be amazed at how satisfying a feeling it is to crack open a bottle of beer that you carefully nurtured into existence and then share that creation with friends and family—and they will be even more amazed.

Relax, don’t worry, have a homebrew!

$45 until March 20th, $55 at the event. Bring 6 empty beer bottles with the labels off to house your own brew. Send payment by clicking on the "Paypal" button on the homepage of www.fertileearth.org and put "beer" in the subject. Hope to see you there!

Sunday, March 21st
1:00pm-5:00pm
Earth N' Us Farms
7630 NE 1st Ave
Miami, FL
(786)253-2222

St. Patricks Day Events

St. Patrick's Day is upon us once again. Or as some like to call it Amateur Night. It's that day when you get to see people who are obviously not Irish wearing shirts that say, "Kiss me I'm Irish." Drinking green beer or Guinness. And inevitably throwing up in their friend's car on the way home. For those of us looking for something outside of just Guinness and green beer(ok maybe some) you can enjoy some beers at these fine places.

The D.R.B., Miami- The D.R.B. will be having pints of green Magic Hat #9 and slices of Shepard's pie for only $3.50 each. And if you real want to get crazy let them draw a green shamrock on your forehead and your first Irish beer is free, and the rest are ½ off during your visit! And if that wasn't enough take a picture of yourself (away from The D.R.B.) with two other people and the shamrock on your forehead, post your picture to their Facebook page by Friday, and your first draft pint of beer is free on your next visit. I just hope they aren't using permanent marker or you are going to look real stupid at work the next day.

The D.R.B.
255 NE 14th St.
Miami, FL
(305)372-4565

The Lodge, Boca Raton- The Lodge will also be having a big St. Patty's Day blow out. Lots of beer specials, raffles, giveaways and even a chance to win a Sam Adam's Adirondack chair.

The Lodge
200 S. Federal Highway
Boca Raton, FL
(561)392-5003


Minibar, Miami- St Patty's Day Beer Tasting at Mini Bar in the Miami Design District.
Event is from 7-9 pm and will feature new beers from Southern Tier, Left Hand, and Rogue as well as some holiday appropriate selections. $20 entrance fee includes tasting and St Patty's Day buffet. Come on out and celebrate... everyones irish on St. Patty's.

Minibar
3612 NE 2nd Ave.
Miami, FL
(305)576-7031

Coffee District, Delray Beach- And if you are just looking to go and have a nice stout then check out Coffee District for the limited Cigar City release Patio Tools.

Coffee District
325 NE 2nd Ave. #104
Delray Beach, FL 33444
(561)455-0541

Urbanite Beer Dinner

I will be co-hosting this month's Urbanite Bistro Beer Dinner, Friday from 8:30pm-11:30pm. This will be the first beer dinner I have gone to at Urbanite but if their usual menu is any indication, this beer dinner is going to be one amazing spread. The menu looks to be top notch with beer pairings that will go nicely with each course. If you haven't reserved a spot yet do so now cause it is filling up fast. Vegetarian options are available just be sure to request it when you are reserving your spot. This six course meal with six different beers will only run you $40 plus tax and gratuity. You would spend more than that on just a normal dinner and drinks.

Menu
Course I
Dales Pale Ale, Oskar Blues Brewing, Lyons, CO
Alligator Corndog with Mango Ketchup

Course II
Ayinger Dunkel, Brauerei Aying, Aying, Germany
Diver Scallop & Asian Vegetable Napoleon with Clementine-Thai Chile Preserve

Course III
Terrapin Hopsecutioner IPA, Terrapin Beer Co, Athens, GA
Moroccan Lamb Empanada with Apricot Gastrique

Course IV
Gaurde Dog Biere de Gaurde, Flying Dog Brewery, Frederick, MD
Roasted Grouper with Pineapple Beurre Blanc, Coriander Sticky Rice and sautéed Hericot Vert

Course V
Arrogant Bastard Ale, Stone Brewing Co, Escondido, CA
Duck Confit with Kumquat-Rum Marmalade, roasted Fingerlings and dressed Greens

Dessert
Rogue Shakespeare Stout, Rogue Brewery, Newport OR
Flourless Chocolate & Espresso Tort

Please call 305-374-0662 to reserve your spot. Should be a great dinner!

Urbanite Bistro
62 NE 14th St.
Miami, FL
(305)374-0662

Miami Bicycle Pub Crawl

I just bought a bike a few weeks ago and haven't had much time to use it since I have been pretty busy with beer events. Thanks to the good people over at the blog Miami Bike Scene I can now combine both my new bike and a beer event. On Saturday, March 6th Miami Bike Scene will host what they are calling the Beer Snob Bicycle Pub Crawl. It will start at 4:00pm at Zeke's on Lincoln Rd. and will hit The Abbey, The D.R.B.(The D.R.B. will have Magic Hat #9 onsale for the biker participating in the ride for only $3.50 and a Magic Hat rep there handing out free swag), and end at Titanic in Coral Gables. Titanic is right by the Metrorail so if you would prefer to take that back part of the way instead of riding back you can do that. It is recommend to bring a bike lock and also a light as it will be dark for part of the ride.

They will also be making these commemorative t shirts for the ride for only $10. You can go and leave a comment about what size shirt you want by clicking here. You can also RSVP by clicking here.

Huge Sale!!!

I usually don't push any particular store but this weekend you can't miss out on the sale going on at Milam's Markets in Miami. They are having Flying Dog Doggie Style Pale Ale and Old Scratch Amber on sale for only $6.99!!!! If that didn't do it for you they will also have Dogfish Head 60 Minute, 90 Minute, Indian Brown Ale, and Raison D'etre on sale for $7.99!!!! This is almost half the cost of what these usually are. If you want to stock up on some great beer this is the time to do it.

Southern Tier Brewing Comes to South Florida

If the continuous flow of great breweries coming into Florida never stops that would be fine with me. This month we can welcome a brewery that's new to most but a don't-miss. It will probably be one of your new favorite breweries. Southern Tier, from Southern New York, has finally come to town and with quite a selection. They will have four 12oz sixpacks and four 22oz bottles available year round with seasonals/limited releases rotating throughout the year (right now we have three). The other great thing about all of these beers are that they are pretty inexpensive for such great beer. Check the events calendar for upcoming launch parties. Here is what they say about each of the beers that are now available.

Year-round Beers
	ipa the iso-alpha acid experience
	IPA stands for India Pale Ale and ours is an American version of the classic style. IPA’s namesake lies in its colonial roots. British soldiers on their way to India drank a lot of beer, but found it would go stale on the long voyages. Meanwhile, brewers knew that by adding more hops the beer would stay fresh. Voila! A new style was born and it is one we are proud to brew. Southern Tier IPA is tripled on its journey to your glass for a fully aromatic experience. 6.9% abv • 11.4ºL • India Pale Ale
	phin & matt’s brewed with American hops & barley
	When we sat down to collaborate on this beer, we knew we had to create something extraordinary. After sampling a wide array of great beers, we hit upon an idea: use vast amounts of whole hops, the finest malted barley North America has to offer, and crystal filtered artesian water. Thus creating this classic American style pale ale. 5.4% abv • 7.3ºL • American Pale Ale
	porter don’t be afraid of the dark
	Porter is our darkest beer, but not necessarily our strongest. It is widely held that the darker the beer, the stronger the beer, but this is summarily false. The contribution of color comes directly from the color of malt that we use. Some malt is roasted to achieve dark color and coffee-like flavor which in turn get transferred to the beer. Our Porter is richly complex with overtones of chocolate and espresso beans followed by a subtle flavor of hops. It’s a nourishing beer without being too sweet or filling. 5.6% • abv • 46.7ºL • Robust Porter
	raspberry wheat beer malt beverage brewed with raspberries
	A golden wheat beer brewed with the finest North American malted barley and wheat. It’s then lightly hopped with the choicest European varieties. This smooth, crisp golden wheat beer is then finished with a hint of raspberry. Enjoy this beer any time of year. 4.6% abv • 4.2ºL • Raspberry Wheat Beer
	422 pale wheat ale “make everyday earth day!”
	Pour 422 Pale Wheat Ale into a pint glass, give it a long whiff and you’ll realize that this isn’t your average pale golden wheat. Preserved in its unfiltered state, 422 is a fantastic session ale in which flavors of wheat, barley and hops commingle to a refreshing and zesty conclusion. Hints of orange and sweet malts waft to the fore as a touch of bitterness contributes to a smooth finish. 422 is brewed as a tribute to preserving our precious planet and it’s environment. It is responsibly packaged with over 80% recycled consumer products and is completely recyclable. Enjoy 422 all year as to take one stride closer to a eco-friendly life. 5.8% abv • 5.0ºL • Pale Wheat Ale

Imperials
	unearthly Imperial IPA an uninhibited infusion of hops
	At the Southern Tier Brewing Company, vigorously hopped beer is our standard and inspiration. We continue a commitment to innovation with our most aggressive offering yet. Unearthly is a manifestation of the brewer’s craft; skillfully balancing art and the forces of nature to produce a divine liquid. Delicately pour a taste into a fluted glass. Smell the enchanting aromas of the hops waft forward as your first sip divulges this beer’s fervent soul. To underestimate Unearthly is to trifle with the mysteries of the universe, so please consume wisely. 9.8% abv • 15.6ºL • Imperial India Pale Ale • 22 oz
	hoppe Imperial Extra Pale Ale an ale of simple composition
	The simplicity of Hoppe tests the skill and ability of the brewer to create something truly majestic. We craft this much like a sculptor who uses only a hammer and chisel to shape stone into a masterpiece. Hoppe is spawned of these few essentials: barley, wheat, hops, yeast and water. This limited palette is an exercise in minimalism, with refined elements which are deliberately selected. This simple combination creates a golden shimmering brew infused with delicate aromas. The artful nature of this beer is exposed with the first taste. As the malt and hops create a composition of flavors, an elegant finish leaves an impression that your tastes will not soon forget. 8.3% abv. • 8.5ºL • Imperial Extra Pale Ale • 22 oz (pronounced 'hop')
	big red Imperial Red Ale fueled by creativity & imagination
	Inspiration can sometimes be found in the strangest of places. This eccentric brew started with a single flower from a hop named Hallertau. The delicate and spicy aroma present in this flower has been responsible for generations of great beers. Hallertau hops are to a brewer what an old tractor is to a farmer: reliable. Big Red expresses the nobility of Hallertau by placing it at the forefront of this Imperial Ale. Pour it into a snifter. A swirl allows the spicy aromas to come forward as a taste to the lips reveals the complex balance between sweet malts and the bitterness of hops. Big Red’s ability to please is as dependable as your grandpa’s old tractor, and just as powerful–so please don’t drink and drive. 9.5% abv • 15ºL • Imperial Red Ale • 22 oz
	iniquity Imperial Black Ale “the antithesis of unearthly”
	The hexagram talisman has been used around the world for centuries to invoke magic and good luck. The six–point star is also the customary symbol of the brewer, representing the essential aspects of purity: water, hops, grain, malt, yeast, and of course, the brewer. Wishes of good fortune often collaborate with the brewer’s creativity to yield dramatic results. We carefully chose the name for this Imperial India Black Ale, Iniquity – a word opposing goodness. Why? This beer is contrary to what one may expect from an IPA; this is an ale as black as night. It is the antithesis of Unearthly. Some may consider it an immoral act to blacken an ale. We suggest they don’t rely on conventional standards. Allow the darkness to consume you. Cheers! 8.9% abv • Imperial Black Ale • 22 oz

Limited Release Imperial
	gemini Imperial Blended Ale blended unearthly & unfiltered hoppe
	High in the winter sky, two parallel stick figures are visible & known as “the twins,” or the constellation Gemini. The astronauts of the 1960s flew as teams of two in a program named after the celestial pairing. At Southern Tier, we have our own fraternal twins, Hoppe & Unearthly. Blended together & placed in this vessel, the mission of our Gemini is to travel high & take passengers on a journey far into the heavens. 9.0% abv • 11.7ºL • 22oz.

Blackwater Series Imperial Stouts
	choklat stout Imperial Chocolate Stout the ancients called it 'food for the gods'
	The Popol Vuh, the sacred book of the Maya, unfolds a complex web of mystery around a beverage known as xocoatl (ch-co-atle). At Southern Tier, we’re not surprised that hieroglyphs of the ancient Maya depict chocolate being poured for rulers and gods. Even through the many voyages of Columbus, the mystical bean remained nothing more than a strange currency of the native peoples. Moving through centuries, the circular journey of cacao has been realized in our brewing house, encompassing the complexity of the darkest, bitter-sweet candy together with the original frothy cold beverage of the ancient Maya to bring to you our Blackwater Series Choklat Stout. We have combined the finest ingredients to tempt your senses & renew the power & interrelation of history in every bottle. 9.5% abv • 195º L • Imperial Chocolate Stout • 22 oz 2-row barley / caramel 60 malt / barley flakes / chocolate malt / bittersweet Belgian chocolate / kettle hops: chinook & willamette

Help Support Brewpubs Selling Beer To Go

Florida has come a long way in the beer world in the last few years. We now have a great selection of beers to choose from and you can buy growlers of beer at stores. One thing you still can't do though is buy beer from your local brewpub to drink at home. I'm sure there have been nights when you've sat at home and thought, "Boy, I would love one of those great beers they make over at (insert local brewpub name here) but I just don't feel like running out to the bar tonight. I wish I could just grab one out of the fridge." Well, the day has come to help make your dreams come true. Here is what the Florida Brewers Guild is asking you to do.

"We have a potential sponsor in the FL House to introduce legislation as a companion bill to Senate Bill 2062, but he is hesitant to keep the provision that would allow brewpubs to sell for off-premise consumption. We need you to send an email ASAP to Rep. Mike Horner, thanking him for considering sponsoring a companion bill to Senate Bill 2062, and state that you support legislation to allow brewpubs to sell for off-premise consumption. Use the following link: http://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/emailrepresentative.aspx?MemberId=4455&SessionId=64

The deadline for Representatives to submit bills for this years session is tomorrow, so please ACT NOW!!!!!!!!"

Do your part and help your local brewpub...and yourself.

Best Damn Brew Review at Gulfstream Park

It is getting into beer fest season and it is time for the annual 93 Rock Best Damn Brew Review at Gulfstream Park. This Friday head to Hallandale Beach and enjoy over 200 different beers and food for only $25. The festivities start at 8:00pm and runs till 12:00am. You can purchase tickets in advance by going to your local Total Wine location and save yourself $5. You can check out the list of beers here and food here.


Friday, February 26th
8:00pm-12:00am
$25/$20 in advance
Gulfstream Park
901 S. Federal Highway
Hallandale Beach, FL

Beer Tastings in South Miami

It's a Wednesday night and you've already had enough of this week? Here are a few options for those of you looking for some good beers in South Miami this Wednesday, February 17th.

You can start the night off at Sunset Corners from 6:00pm-8:00pm. They will be hosting a free beer tasting with some pretty amazing beers.

Terrapin-India Style Brown Ale (Athens, GA)
Dogfish Head Raison D'Extra Belgian Strong Ale (Milton, Delaware)
Avery Mephistopheles Stout,
Avery Samuel's Oak Aged Ale (Boulder, CO)
Avery The Beast Grand Cru Ale (Boulder, CO)
Rogue Dad's Little Helper Malt Liquor (Newport, Oregon)
Victory Hop Devil (Downingtown, PA)
Weyerbacher Fourteen Wheat Wine Ale (Easton, PA)
Anderson Valley Oatmeal Stout (Boonville, CA)
Ommegang Hennepin Belgian Saison Ale (Cooperstown, NY)
Allagash Belgian White (Portland, Maine)
Val-Dieu Abbey Brown Ale (Aubel, Belgium)
Val-Dieu Abbey Triple (Aubel, Belgium)
Great Divide Old Ruffian Barlywine Ale (Denver, CO)
Smuttynose Robust Porter (Portsmouth, NH)
Schmaltz Coney Island Human Blockhead Lager (Saratoga Springs, NY)
Lindeman's Framboise Lambic Beer (Vlezenbeek, Belgium)
Brooklyn Local 1 Belgian Strong Ale (Brooklyn, NY)
Brooklyn Local 2 Belgian Strong Ale (Brooklyn, NY)

6:00pm-8:00pm
Sunset Corners
8701 SW 72nd St
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 271-8492


Once you have finished up there you can head just down the road to Sunset Tavern from 7:00pm-10:00pm for another beer tasting that is always a good time. This one will be extra special because I'll be presenting some of the beers for the night. This one will run you $20 and will come with 15 different beers as well as food to go with it. If you RSVP now by clicking here you will also get a free Yuengling mug.

7:00pm-10:00pm
Sunset Tavern
7232 SW 59th Ave
South Miami, FL 33143
(305) 665-9996

Pre-Valentine's Day Events

It's that time of the year to snuggle up with that special someone and enjoy sometime together. What better way to snuggle up then with a few friends and beers. Here are some events going on this week leading up the V Day.

WEDNESDAY
Abraxas, South Beach- The bimonthly beer tasting is happening once again. Diego over at Abraxas is really throwing in a few rare ones on this tasting. Checkout the list and head on over for one of the best continuous beer tastings in South Florida. $15 for 12 three oz. pours and all the beers being sampled will be on sale for the rest of the night.

Beer lineup:
Hacker-Pschorr Gold (Germany) - Helles Lager
Sierra Nevada Glissade (CA) - Helles Bock
Xingu (Brazil) - Black Lager
Ayinger Celebrator (Germany) - Doppelbock
Belhaven (Scotland) - Scottish Bitter
Flying Dog Garde Dog (MD) - Biere de Garde
Caracole (Belgium) - Belgian Amber Ale
Dogfish Head India Brown Ale (DE) - American Brown Ale
St. Bernardus Tripel (Belgium) - Belgian Tripel Ale
Stone Double Bastard (CA) - American Strong Ale
Flying Dog Gonzo (MD) - Imperial Porter
Terrapin Side Project Dark Side (GA) - Belgian Imperial Stout (only place to get it on tap in Miami)

8:00pm-11:00pm
Abraxas
407 Meridian Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 534-9005‎


Lola's On Harrison, Hollywood- Lola's On Harrison will be another one of only a few great establishments that carry Magic Hat #9. They will be having a kick off party to celebrate the launch of #9 tonight. Stop by to try the great beer and good food. Magic Hat's Alebassador will be on hand as well with some free stuff.

6:00pm-8:00pm
Lola's On Harrison
2032 Harrison Street
Hollywood, FL
(954) 927-9851‎

THURSDAY
Barracuda, Coconut Grove- If you can't make it out to the beer tasting at Abraxas then you should checkout the tasting going on at Barracudas. Chris from Fresh Beer will be serving up about 40 different craft beers for only $20. Barracudas will also have some chicken wings for you to snack on while enjoying some tasty suds. Chris will have some of the newest beers available as well as some special stuff. Here is a sampling of what he will have:

Shiner Bock
Shiner Hefe
Shiner Black Lager
Flying Dog Doggie Style
Flying Dog Garde Dog
Summit Extra Pale Ale
Summit Red Horizon
The Bruery Saison Rue
Rogue Imperial Russian Stout
Dogfish Head Immort Ale
Dogfish Head 60 Minute
Oskar Blues Dale's Pale Ale
Oskar Blues Ten Fidy
Rogue Yellow Snow
Ayinger Jahrundert
Clipper City Heavy Seas
Clipper City Holy Sheet

7:00pm-9:00pm
Barracuda
3035 Fuller Street
Miami, FL‎ (305) 448-1144‎

FRIDAY
The Lodge, Boca Raton- The Lodge will be having a Sierra Nevada night this Friday. Head on out and meet the rep from the brewery as well as win some great stuff. They'll be pouring $5 pints of Sierra Nevada's Pale Ale and Glissade Bock. They will also have live music by Mike Mineo.

8:00pm-11:00pm
The Lodge
200 S Federal Hwy
Boca Raton, FL‎
(561) 392-5003‎

SATURDAY
Lake Worth Beach, Lake Worth- You have an opportunity to show your opposition to oil drilling as close as 3 to 10 miles off your coast. This movement is supported by Monk in the Trunk and will be made of people of all walks of life and will cross political affiliations. This movement is not about politics; it is about protection of our shoreline, our tourism, our valuable properties and our way of life. Let us share our knowledge, energies and passion with Hands Across The Sand to protect our coastline and waterways from the devastating environmental effects of oil exploration and support industries. Come out and show your support as the Surfrider Foundation holds a beach cleanup and hosts this event. Hold hands forming lines in the sand against oil drilling in our coastal waters. This event will take place RAIN or SHINE. Leave only your footprints. Further information is available at www.surfriderpbc.org. After party will be sponsored in part by Slow Food Glades starting at 3pm at Havana Hideout in Lake Worth, with food and drink specials and raffle.

Use ticket for 1 free Monk in the Trunk beer
Wristbands entitle wearer to:
2.oo Tacos
2.00 Monk in the Trunk Draft

12:00pm-3:00pm
Lake Worth Beach
Lake Avenue and A1A

3:00pm-5:00pm
Havana Hideout
509 Lake Avenue
Lake Worth, FL‎
(561) 585-8444‎


SUNDAY
Stage 84, Davie- If you don't have plans yet for Valentines Day let me make it easy on you and head out to Stage 84 for a great beer dinner being hosted by Holy Mackerel. For only $30 per person you'll get a 4 course meal paired with 5 beers. If that wasn't enough you'll also be some of the first people in the country to try the newest beer from Holy Mackerel family of beers. The beer will go into mass production in the early summer but you can try it before everyone else. Live music will follow the dinner so you can stick around and have a couple more beers if you are so inclined. You can also go and reserve your spot now and save $5 by clicking here.

MENU:
Welcome Beer - Brewer’s Choice

Ceviche Shrimp, Crab & Tuna
Holy Mackerel Golden Ale
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Crisp Green Salad Sweet Pecans & Creamy Citrus Dressing
Dogfish head 60min IPA
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Beef Navarin Classic French Stew with Spring Vegetables
Monk In the Trunk Organic Amber Ale
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Chocolate Mack In Black Float

6:00pm-9:00pm
Stage 84
9118 W State Road 84
Davie, FL‎
(954) 474-5040

Is Beer the New Milk?

Well, I don't think beer will be replacing milk anytime soon for calcium but a new study just released this week says that beer is a rich source of dietary silicon. Dietary silicon helps with the growth and development of bones and connective tissues. It could also help in fighting the bone disease osteoporosis. The study also had the following to say:

"The researchers examined a variety of raw material samples and found little change in the silicon content of barley during the malting process. The majority of the silicon in barley is in the husk, which is not affected greatly during malting. The malts with the higher silicon contents are pale colored which have less heat stress during the malting process. The darker products, such as the chocolate, roasted barley and black malt, all have substantial roasting and much lower silicon contents than the other malts for reasons that are not yet known. The hop samples analyzed showed surprisingly high levels of silicon with as much as four times more silicon than is found in malt. However, hops are invariably used in a much smaller quantity than is grain. Highly hopped beers, however, would be expected to contain higher silicon levels. No silicon was picked up from silica hydrogel used to stabilize beer, even after a period of 24 hours and neither is there pick up from diatomaceous earth filter aid."

"Beers containing high levels of malted barley and hops are richest in silicon,” concludes Dr. Bamforth. “Wheat contains less silicon than barley because it is the husk of the barley that is rich in this element. While most of the silicon remains in the husk during brewing, significant quantities of silicon nonetheless are extracted into wort and much of this survives into beer.”

Silicon content

The average silicon levels found in different types of beer (milligrams per litre):

• Indian pale ale (IPA): 41.2 mg/L.
• Ales: 32.8 mg/L. (yeah... little broad on this one)
  
• Pale ale: 36.5 mg/L.
• Sorghum: 27.3 mg/L.
• Lagers: 23.7 mg/L. (and on this one)
  
• Wheat: 18.9 mg/L.
• Light lagers: 17.2 mg/L.
• Non-alcoholic: 16.3 mg/L.

(Source: "Silicon in beer and brewing," published in the February issue of the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture.)

Meet the Head Brewer from St. Bernardus

If you have ever had any of the beers from St. Benardus brewery you know that they are some of the best in the world. They are the epitome of what a belgian style of beer is. And being actually from Belgium probably helps with that as well. This coming Monday, February 8th at 7:00pm you will get a very rare chance to meet the head brewer, Marco Passarella, at The Lodge in Boca Raton. The night will start off with a meet and greet at 7:00pm followed by a formal tasting of 4 of their beers at 7:30pm led by Marco. He will talk about the history of the brewery and the beers as well as some other story along the way. I have heard from people that have seen him do tastings before that it is one of the most informative and funny tastings they have ever been to. The tasting will run you $10 but not only do you get a chance to hear about the beers from the brewer but the 4 St. Bernardus beers will be on tap. I don't think I've ever seen a place have all 4 beers on tap at once. This for sure is a not to be missed event.

Dead Guy Whiskey and Beer Tasting Tonight

Rogue Spirits are finally in South Florida and here is a great chance to try one. Tonight, Thursday, January 28th, 8 oz. Burger Bar will be hosting a tasting of a couple of different stages for Rogue's Dead Guy Ale. You will get a pint of Dead Guy Ale, a shot of Dead Guy Whiskey, and a 5 oz. pour of John John Dead Guy Ale. All three are made from the same ingredients and the John John Dead Guy Ale is the regular Dead Guy Ale what has been aged in the barrels used to make the Dead Guy Whiskey. You get all of this for only $15. The pouring starts at 9:00pm.

8oz Burger Bar
1080 Alton Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 397-8246

2010 Jupiter Craft Brewers Festival and Field Of Beers

Field Of Beers and the Jupiter Craft Brewers Festival will be held this weekend January 29th and 30th at Roger Dean Stadium. This is the premier beer festival in South Florida and you don't want to miss out. The capacity is limited on both days so you will need to get tickets online or get there early to get a ticket at the door.

The Field Of Beers is a beer and food pairing held for only a limited group of 300 people on Friday night from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. The food will be paired with selections from breweries that have been invited to participate in the Field Of Beers event. Some of the breweries even brewed beer specially for this event so you may never get to try these beers again. The food is prepared by some of the top chefs in Palm Beach led by Chef John Carlino. The event is not sold out, as of yet, so buy tickets quickly by clicking here. Tickets will run you $77. Here is the menu for the event.

Key West Shrimp Spring Roll / Hefe weizen - Gordon Biersch, Miami, FL
Rice paper, Hand rolled to order with Shrimp, Rice Noodles, cilantro, mint served with a Key lime chili dipping sauce.
Pan Seared Diver Sea Scallops / Humming Ale - Anchor Brewing Co., San Francisco, CA
Herb crusted, sea salt, fresh pepper topped with Fresh Mango Salsa and balsamic drizzle on a sesame cracker.
Grilled Lollipop Lamb Chop / Local 2 – Brooklyn Brewery, Brooklyn, NY
Chimichurri Marinated, Local 2 Infused Onion Marmalade to garnish.
Traditional New England Lobster Bake Sampler / Prima Pilsner - Victory Brewing, Downingtown, PA
Maine Lobster meat sautéed in butter, with Florida fresh corn, red potato and onions
with a Lobster & clam broth.
Tuscan Char Bread “Bruschetta” / Belgian Tripel – Brewzzi, West Palm Beach/Boca, FL
Fresh Foccacia Bread brushed with olive oil, chargrilled and topped with Tuscan Olive Salsa. Finished with melted Gorgonzola.
Chicken Tikka Curry Skewer / Hopslam – Bells Brewing, Kalamazoo, MI
Yogurt and beer marinated and grilled with spicy Thai Basil Curry sauce.
Tuna Carving Station / Ho Ho Ho Wit – Swamphead Brewing, Gainesville, FL
Sesame Herb Crusted and Seared Tuna Loins, sliced to order, accompanied by pickled cucumber, wasabi cream and golden caviar.
La Caja China – Pig Roasting Box / Smoked Porter – Stone Brewing Co., San Diego, CA
Mojo and Smoked Porter injected, carved to order, served on a crunchy potato pancake.
Seared Florida Snapper Mini Taco / Saison Athene – St. Somewhere Brewing Co., Tarpon Springs, FL
Presented on a warm crispy tortilla layered with Chipotle Aioli, roasted vegetable relish and fresh cilantro.
Venison Slider / Amber Ale – Star Hill Brewery, Crozat, VA
Rich BBQ, made with Amber Ale accompanied by caramelized Vidalia Onions served on a small slider roll.
Grilled Portobello Quesadilla / Drifter Pale Ale – Widmer Brewing, Portland, OR
Flour tortilla filled with Portobello mushroom, fresh rosemary, pepper jack cheese and roasted peppers. Accented with a roasted garlic sour cream drizzle.
Poached Oyster Shooter / Panda Bear Ginja Blonde – Big Bear Brewing, Coral Springs, FL
Sweet Oysters, poached in ginja, sea salt and Myer lemon infused broth.
Black Bean, Corn, and Hickory Smoked Bacon Cakes / Monk in the Trunk – Inlet Brewing, Jupiter, FL
Panko coated and seared to order garnished with Florida Avocado Relish.
Ancho and Chocolate Rubbed “Slow Roasted” Beef Brisket / Bourbon Barrel Milk Stout – Corner Café and Brewery, Tequesta, FL
Carved to order, slow roasted since early this morning, complemented with a Bourbon Barrel Stout infused drizzle.

HOMEPLATE STATION
Chef Carlino’s Cider Doughnuts
Warm, made to order beignets, rolled in cinnamon sugar and served in a paper cone.
Mocha Mini Cannoli
Mascarpone, mocha, hand filled to order and dusted with powdered sugar.
Gonzo Porter – Flying Dog, Frederick, MD
Milk Stout – Left Hand Brewing, Longmont, CO.
HAND CRAFTED COFFEE
Costa Rican Naranjo, Bali Blue Moon, Kenya Nyeri - Oceana Coffee, Jupiter, FL

The Jupiter Craft Brewers Festival will be held this Saturday from 1:00pm-5:30pm. One of the great things about this festival is that the capacity is limited to only 3200 people. 1600 tickets are sold online and 1600 are sold at the gate the day of. The online tickets are sold out so you will need to get there early to stand in line to get your ticket. Tickets will be $30. I'm sure this doesn't need to be said but the event is only 21 plus so be sure to bring your ID or you'll be sitting in the car while your friends have the time of their lives. You will also find live music, a best dressed monk contest and a silent disco. Food will also be available for you to purchase inside so you can soften the blow from all this great beer. Here are the breweries you will find there Saturday.

Abita - Abita Springs, LA Anchor Brewing Co. - San Francisco, CA Angry Moon Cigars - Jupiter, FL Bells Brewery - Kalamazoo, MI Big Bear Brewing Co.- Coral Springs, FL Blue Moon Brewing Co. -Goldenr, CO Bold City Brewing - Jacksonville, FL Brewzzi - West Palm Beach/Boca Raton, FL Brooklyn Brewery - Brooklyn, NY Brown Distributing - West Palm Beach, FL BX Beer Depot - Lake Worth, FL Cigar City Brewing- Tampa, FL Corner Cafe & Brewery - Tequesta, FL Dogfish Head - Milton, DE Florida Beer Company - Melbourne, FL Flying Dog Brewery - Frederick, MD Fresh Beer - Ft Lauderdale, FL Gold Coast Distributing Gordash Beer Co. - Ft Lauderdale, FL Gordon Biersch - Miami, FL High Falls Brewing Company - Rochester, NY Highland Brewing Company - Asheville, NC Inlet Brewing Company - Jupiter, FL Jefferson Street Brewery - Lynchburg, VA Kelly's Carribean Bar & Grille - Key West, FL Kona Brewing Company - Hawaii Left Hand Brewing - Longmont, CO Leinenkugel - Chippewa Falls, WI Magic Hat - South Burlington, VT Narragansett Brewing Co - Providence, RI Native Brewing Co - Ft. Lauderdale, FL Newcastle - England