Scott Panfil brings you WNY Brews from beautiful Buffalo in Western New York. Whether you think its a Noun or a Verb, the word “brew” has numerous meanings and all of them are well-worth talking about.
WNY Brews heads to Lockport for a taproom chat at The Lock Tender with Seth Picarillo. We preview the Tap and Craft Festival at Buffalo Riverworks (Saturday, Oct. 4), talk brewery lineup, VIP vs. GA, how the floor will be set up, and the official after party at BriarBrothers (show your wristband for $6 drafts). We also run through fresh Oktoberfest action for the weekend (Hofbrauhaus Festbier tapping and parade, Steel Leaf’s multi-day party, Beer Kind’s Kindtoberfest, Gowanda’s Oktoberfest, Woodcock’s Cocktoberfest, and JL Fest at Johnson’s Landing), plus Hamburg Brewing’s Nitro Stout Mix Pack event (Oct. 8), Buffalo Brewing’s blowout beer sale, and Pizza Plant’s Tim’s Beer Show tasting (Oct. 22). Along the way we dig into Lockport’s beer moment (Big Ditch’s new spot, NYBP, the coming Shuffle City), what’s on The Lock Tender’s taps and in the cooler, and why West Kill, Drekker, Dancing Gnome and more have Seth excited for fest day.
This episode is brought to you by The Tap and Craft Festival at Buffalo Riverworks on October 4th, presented by The Lock Tender. Ticket info and brewery list at BuffaloBeerLeague.com/tapandcraft.
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Publish Date: 10/3/2025
This week on WNY Brews, we’re talking about a stacked lineup of fall beer events across Western New York. Buffalo Olde Brewery is hosting a four-day Oktoberfest weekend in Lovejoy (Sept. 25–28) with food, live music, giveaways, and their seasonal BOBFest lager. Resurgence and Consumer’s Beverages have a group giveaway running now, and Ellicottville Brewing is raffling off Fall Fest tickets, so check their Instagram pages if you’re feeling lucky. Clarksburg Cider is looking ahead with their winter seasonal Spruced Up, while WNY Beer Week kicks off Sept. 25 with a new collaborative hazy IPA pouring at breweries across the region. The Arc of Erie County’s Ale Trail also returns Sept. 25 in Williamsville, with beer, cider, spirits, live music, and a discount code for our listeners. Buffalo Beer Goddesses will mark 13 years at Mr. Goodbar on Oct. 1, Rusty Nickel hosts their 11th Harvest Fest on Sept. 27, and a brand-new cidermaker, The Cider Project, officially launches Sept. 30 at Groundwork Market Garden.
This episode is brought to you by The Tap and Craft Festival at Buffalo Riverworks on October 4th, presented by The Lock Tender. For tickets and info, head to BuffaloBeerLeague.com/tapandcraft.
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Publish Date: 9/27/2025
This episode of WNY Brews is brought to you by The Tap and Craft Festival at Buffalo Riverworks on October 4th, presented by The Lock Tender. Ticket information is available now at BuffaloBeerLeague.com/tapandcraft.
This week, we’ve got a lot to raise a glass to. Hofbrauhaus Buffalo is celebrating five years with a big Bavarian bash, and Southern Tier Buffalo is hosting Pumkingfest with all the seasonal favorites and variants you could want. Wayland Brewing is throwing their third annual Oktoberfest weekend with music, food, steins and even axe throwing, while Buffalo Riverworks is gearing up for the Tap & Craft Festival with a stacked brewery list. Resurgence brings back the Dude’s Homebrew Competition in support of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Big Ditch is taking over taps at Nickel City Cigars, and Fattey Beer Co. just opened a new Amherst location. Plus, Bev Depot is hosting a fall tasting with samples from Mortalis, Big Ditch, Thin Man, and more.
You can find all of these stories and more at BuffaloBeerLeague.com.
WNY Brews is hosted by Scott Panfil and Brian Campbell. Reach us anytime at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com and Scott@WNYBrews.com.
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Publish Date: 9/20/2025
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Publish Date: 9/12/2025
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Publish Date: 9/5/2025
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Publish Date: 8/29/2025
This week on WNY Brews, Brian and Scott are back together with a packed slate of Buffalo beer news. We’re talking about Buffalo breweries heading east for the Flour City Brewers Fest in Rochester, the annual Pumking Family Reunion at Southern Tier Brewing, and the local brewery lineup just announced for the Borderland Music & Arts Festival. The WNY Brewers Guild Charity Golf Tournament is almost here, plus there’s a special Drink Pink event at Resurgence Brewing to support breast cancer awareness. We’ll also cover Big Ditch’s new collaboration with the Buffalo Maritime Center for the Bicentennial Erie Canal Voyage, New York Beer Project’s big wins at the World Beer Awards and their new West Coast IPA, and Wayland Brewing’s new non-alcoholic Hoppy Seltzer.
You can find all these stories and more at BuffaloBeerLeague.com.
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Publish Date: 8/22/2025
This week on WNY Brews, we’re talking beer events, new releases, and giveaways around Western New York. Magic Bear Beer Cellar is rolling out their OktoBEARfest Offering (a 12-pack Oktoberfest-style mix perfect for fall), Thin Man Brewery has launched Mafia Light just in time for Bills season, and 42 North Brewing is getting ready for Kölsch Fest on August 16. Moor Pat is hosting a big collab tap takeover with Frequentem Brewing and Smoldered Society on August 15, and Clarence’s Shalooby Loofer Brewing is throwing a second anniversary bash on August 23 (with a $50 gift card giveaway from Step Out Buffalo). Plus, there are plenty of contests to enter right now — from brewery gift cards and coolers to Wing Fest tickets and an overnight casino stay.
You can find all these stories and more at BuffaloBeerLeague.com.
WNY Brews is hosted by Scott Panfil and Brian Campbell. Get in touch with us at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com and Scott@WNYBrews.com.
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Publish Date: 8/15/2025
This week on WNY Brews, we’ve got everything from new brewery openings to football watch parties and zested pilsners. Shuffle City Brewing is set to open this fall in Lockport (taking over the old Kendzies Bowling Alley), with Flying Bison’s Colin Herzog heading up the brewhouse. They’ll be crafting both traditional and non-alcoholic beers—follow their progress at ShuffleCityBrewing.com.
Resurgence Brewing just dropped Brightside Vibes, a new vodka soda canned cocktail line brewed with real fruit juice and cane sugar. Find them in two variety packs at their taproom and local liquor stores. Meanwhile, Bills fans can rejoice—Buffalo-themed beers are back on shelves just in time for preseason. From Circle the Wagons to Let’s Go Pils, there’s no shortage of game-day sips.
Speaking of the Bills, Southern Tier Buffalo is hosting weekly Hard Knocks watch parties every Tuesday at 9 pm, with $2 off BUF Brew’d beers and themed cocktails.
Lockport’s The Lock Tender celebrates one year on August 9 with a huge tasting event featuring breweries like Other Half, Foam, Drekker, and Dancing Gnome—plus food deals, merch discounts, and live music. Grab your tickets online or in person.
Hofbräuhaus Buffalo is tapping their Sommerzwickel on August 7 and giving away a private Oktoberfest Pedal Tour for 15 people (in-person entry only). And finally, Smoldered Society and Frequentem Brewing collaborated on a new zesty 3.9% pilsner, Engineered Hysteria, brewed with Saaz, Motueka, and lemon zest, then conditioned on oak.
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Publish Date: 8/8/2025
This week on WNY Brews, we’re looking at giveaways, anniversaries, new releases, and even a beer mile. First up, Resurgence Brewing and Step Out Buffalo are offering a $100 gift card giveaway for their Apps & Taps on the Patio—enter by August 2 for your shot at beers, bar bites, and brunch.
In fall-flavored beer news (yes, already), Southern Tier just released Maple Warlock, an imperial pumpkin stout with maple, chocolate, coffee, and pie spice—available in bottles and on draft now. Meanwhile, Flying Bison is hosting the Run 716 Beer Mile on August 3–4, where you’ll drink, run, repeat (4 times) with a 12oz beer per lap.
Butera’s Village Brew House is entering the hop water game with a non-alcoholic sipper hopped with New Zealand Superdelic, and Beer Justice Brewing in Arcade turns 3 years old on August 8 with live music, $5 pints, and pizza.
The second annual New York State Craft Beer Open golf tournament hits Penfield on August 11, benefiting the NYS Brewers Association, and Hamburg Brewing is planning a big 12th anniversary bash on September 13, complete with live music and food specials (21+ only, $10 cover).
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Publish Date: 8/2/2025
This week on WNY Brews, we’re celebrating local wins and previewing a packed summer of beer news and events. First off, congrats to the Buffalo Spree Best of WNY 2025 winners—Big Ditch took Best Local Brewery, Britesmith Brewing won for Casual Dinner (Northtowns), and Johnson’s Landing tied for Best Restaurant Patio.
In expansion news, Steelbound Brewery is heading to Niagara Falls in 2026, opening a brewpub and distillery at the Sheraton. Meanwhile in Hamburg, The Meading Room is throwing a mead and BBQ bash on August 2 to celebrate their first anniversary (which also happens to be National Mead Day).
Resurgence Brewing is keeping busy—they’re hosting a Beer Olympics on August 2 at Canalside (think beer pong and water balloon toss), and they’re throwing a Bills beer release party on July 31 for BUF IPA and Circle the Wagons. Come in Bills gear and get a buck off drafts.
42 North Brewing just launched their limited edition Borderland Festival IPA cans with artwork by Ryan Besch—find them at local stores and taprooms ahead of the fest in September.
And a big shoutout to Buffalo Brewing Company, who hit their GoFundMe goal to replace the glycol chiller that was vandalized and stolen. Huge community effort to keep them brewing strong.
You can find more beer news and updates at BuffaloBeerLeague.com. Got a story or event? Reach out to Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or Scott@WNYBrews.com.
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Publish Date: 7/25/2025
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Publish Date: 7/19/2025
This week on WNY Brews, we’re covering a wide range of beer events and releases happening across Western New York. First up, the Seneca Beer & Wine Festival is happening July 26–27 outside Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, with dozens of brewers, local wines, food trucks, live music, and more. Then in October, the Tap & Craft Festival is moving to Buffalo Riverworks, where more than 30 craft beverage producers will be pouring.
Ellicottville Brewing just dropped a non-alcoholic version of their Blueberry Wheat (skip the booze, not the flavor), and Belt Line is running a wings and beers weekend July 11–13, featuring a 10-wing flight and four beer pours for $25. Clarksburg Cider is having a parking lot sale July 18 (BOGO 4-packs and cases), and they’ve also just released a Lemongrass Rosé Cider for summer.
Mr. Goodbar is celebrating being halfway to Cask Fest with a mini cask festival on July 19 featuring Brickyard, Wayland, Pressure Drop and more. And don’t forget, the WNY Brewers Guild’s annual charity golf tournament is coming up on August 25 at Chestnut Hill—sign up to golf with local brewers, enjoy beer and food on the course, and support local charities.
As always, you can find more beer news at BuffaloBeerLeague.com. Got something to share? Reach out to Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or Scott@WNYBrews.com.
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Publish Date: 7/11/2025
On this week’s episode of WNY Brews, Scott flies solo to tell you about the return of Bricks & Brews at the Martin House on July 11 with 25+ breweries, food trucks, and live music. There’s also Southern Tier’s Summerfest is happening July 12th in Lakewood with beer, grilled food, yard games, and live music.
We’ll also cover the free Canalside shuttle, running Wednesday through Sunday with stops at breweries like Hofbrauhaus, Resurgence, Pearl Street, and Other Half. Speaking of flights, the 2025 Buffalo Flight Tour is on sale now—$45 gets you flight vouchers for seven local breweries and bars.
Other Half Brewing just dropped a new flagship beer called Snaps—a floral, citrusy, easy-drinking lager brewed with German malt and hops from New Zealand and Germany. And Beer Kind Brewing in Tonawanda is celebrating their first anniversary on July 12 with BBQ, live music, and a few gluten-reduced beers on the self-pour wall.
As always, you can find all of these stories and more at BuffaloBeerLeague.com. Got beer news to share? Reach out to Brian at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or me at Scott@WNYBrews.com.
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Publish Date: 7/4/2025
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Publish Date: 6/27/2025
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Publish Date: 6/26/2025
This week on a special Friday the 13th episode of the Buffalo Beer Buzz, Scott flies solo and does his best to do Brian's stories justice: Southern Tier’s bringing the 2X energy with their 2X Jam on June 14 at their Buffalo taproom. It’s a full day of 2X-infused food, $1 off all 2X beers, live music, local vendors, games, prizes, and limited-edition shirts (and it’s totally free to attend). Also on June 14, New York Beer Project’s Orchard Park Beer Lodge is turning one! They’re throwing a party all day with beer, food, and good vibes in all their cozy spaces. Over in Lancaster, Lilly Belle Meads and Til Brewing are offering growler specials (32oz and 64oz fills of mead or beer, but you gotta bring your own growler). Mortalis Brewing Buffalo is going full spooky for Friday the 13th, with horror movies, candy, themed flights, and new beer drops like DemiHydra and Persephone DIPA (spooky attire encouraged). Then on June 18, Wines in the Wild returns to the Buffalo Zoo with a ton of local breweries, cideries, and meaderies, plus food, live music, and animal cameos (all to support the zoo’s mission). And finally, Flying Bison is turning 25! They’re celebrating June 21 with throwback beers, special barrel-aged vintages, live music from Tom Stahl, and tons of gratitude to Buffalo for all the years of support.
If you’ve got beer news, events, or releases to share, hit us up! You can email brian@buffalobeerleague.com or scott@wnybrews.com, find us online at buffalobeerleague.com, or call us at (716) 486-BEER.
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Publish Date: 6/13/2025
Wayland Brewing Now Offering Flights
Wayland Brewing has introduced beer flights—four 4oz pours for $11. It’s a great way to explore their lineup, including their newest lagers. La Biere, a collab with Moriarty Meats, is brewed with French malt and Strisselspalt hops, offering floral and citrus aromas with a crisp, bready finish. Analog, a Czech Pilsner, is also now available in cans, on draft, and on side-pull at the taproom. Both are light, clean, and perfect for summer.
Hofbrauhaus to Tap Hopfenweizen for June
On June 5, Hofbrauhaus Buffalo will tap their seasonal Hopfenweizen. This 6.5% hazy wheat beer features a thick white head and notes of orange and pineapple, balanced by a clean, bitter finish. It’s brewed with Citra, El Dorado, and Simcoe hops, along with their traditional hefeweizen yeast. The Buffalo Beer League will be on hand for the ceremonial barrel tapping and parade. For that night only, Stein Club memberships will be $149. Reserve at www.hofbrauhausbuffalo.com.
Wine, Wags & Brews Fundraiser – June 11
The SPCA Serving Erie County is hosting Wine, Wags & Brews on June 11 (5–8pm) at 300 Harlem Rd., West Seneca. This pet-friendly event will include beer, cider, food trucks, bakeries, raffles, and pet-themed vendors. GA tickets are $45, VIP $75 (includes early entry and appetizers), and DD tickets are $25. All proceeds benefit the SPCA. 21+ to attend. Dogs welcome—but not required.
Golden Snowball Sendoff at Buffalo Brewing – June 7
Buffalo Brewing Company is sending off the Golden Snowball on June 7 (2:30pm), as it returns to Syracuse after their snowfall victory. Mayor Ben Walsh will accept the award from Councilmember Mitch Nowakowski. To commemorate, pints of Golden Snowbeer—a Cascade dry-hopped cream ale brewed with local ingredients and WNY snow—will be just $5 from 1–4pm. This is your last chance to get it; it won’t be brewed again.
PakTek Recycling at Buffalo Brewing
Got a pile of plastic can carriers? Buffalo Brewing Company has a bin in their taproom for collecting PakTech holders, which they sort, clean, and reuse—or return for proper recycling. Since these holders aren’t curbside recyclable, this program helps keep plastic out of landfills and oceans. According to PakTech, efforts like this have diverted over 80 million pounds of plastic since 2012.
Waldfest Returns – July 20
Waldfest: Festival in the Woods returns July 20 (12–7pm) at Spring Garden Park in East Aurora. Celebrate German heritage with authentic beer, food, and music from the German American Musicians and the Polka Boyz. Tickets are $15 in advance or $30 at the gate. This is a rain-or-shine event with free parking. More info and tickets at SpringGarden.com
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Publish Date: 6/7/2025
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Publish Date: 5/30/2025
Cheers to 10 years! In this episode of WNY Brews, Scott and Brian sit down with Matt Kahn from Big Ditch Brewing Company to celebrate a full decade of brewing greatness. From the Lockport-exclusive Escarpment Pilsner to the fan-favorite Hayburner and the game-changing non-alcoholic "NA Burner," we cover it all — including the logistics and beer lineup for their massive anniversary bash.
Hear how Big Ditch brewed over 500 unique beers, the secrets behind their NA lineup, and what it takes to stay innovative in today’s crowded craft scene. Plus, Matt reflects on Big Ditch’s legacy, Buffalo’s evolving beer culture, and what the future might hold (spoiler: fewer golden shovels, more fresh hops).
Featuring stories from the past, insider info on upcoming releases, and more beer nerdery than you can fit in a flight paddle. Whether you're a seasoned hop head or just Big Ditch curious — this episode’s for you.
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Publish Date: 5/27/2025
Rails & Ales Returns to Rochester – May 24
Rails & Ales is back at the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum for a one-of-a-kind beer tasting event where you ride vintage trains to beer stations across the grounds. Enjoy brews from Sager Beer Works, Stoneyard, Talking Cursive and more. $35 tickets include tastings, train rides, and a souvenir glass. ($40 day of, DDs get free soft drinks.)
Big Ditch Deep Cut Double IPA Returns – May 23
First brewed in 2017 and named after the hand-dug Deep Cut of the Erie Canal, Deep Cut DIPA makes its long-awaited return on May 23. This 8.2% fan favorite is loaded with citrus, tropical fruit, and wild berry notes, and will be available on draft and in 4-packs at both Big Ditch taprooms.
Other Half Buffalo Launches Happy Hour
Other Half Buffalo now offers Happy Hour every Tuesday–Friday, 4–6pm, with $6 drafts, $8 cocktails, $6 wings, and $7 smash burgers. Enjoy it all in their newly expanded Seneca One taproom featuring pinball, darts, foosball, and a massive projection screen.
Resurgence Launches “The Surge” IPA at Consumers – $8.99
Looking for a delicious deal? The Surge, Resurgence Brewing’s 6.5% juicy New England IPA, is now available at all Consumers Beverages for just $8.99 per 4-pack. Bright citrus, tropical fruit, and soft haze—all at “inflation-busting” pricing.
Rusty Nickel Beer Garden Reopens – May 28
Rusty Nickel’s beautiful beer garden in West Seneca opens May 28. Expect seasonal brews, cocktails, yard games, fire pits, and s’mores. It’s one of WNY’s hidden gems for sipping beer outdoors. A rain date will be announced if weather doesn’t cooperate.
Hoppy Hour at Bev Depot – May 24
Cheektowaga’s Bev Depot hosts Hoppy Hour, a free tasting event with 15+ beer samples on May 24 (12–3pm). Explore 2,000+ beers, build-your-own 4-packs, and shop local options. Located at 2190 Walden Avenue.
Smoldered Society Tap Takeover at Magic Bear – May 23
Join Smoldered Society at Magic Bear Beer Cellar (Larkinville) for a free tasting event on May 23 (6–8pm). Sample their lineup including Strike Anywhere Czech Pils, Mass Delusion IPA, and Automotive Sentience WCIPA. Meet the brewers and try something new.
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Publish Date: 5/23/2025
Scott & Brian chat about the beer events this weekend:
Wines in the Wild Returns to the Buffalo Zoo – June 18
As part of the Zoo’s 150th anniversary, Wines in the Wild returns on June 18, featuring samples from local breweries, wineries, and restaurants, live music, and animal ambassador appearances. Proceeds support the Buffalo Zoo’s conservation efforts. Tickets are $45 and on sale now.
Kleinhans Rhythm & Brews Fundraiser – May 9
Raise a glass for a good cause at Rhythm and Brews, happening Friday, May 9 (6:30–9pm) at Kleinhans Music Hall. Enjoy tastings from local breweries and cideries, food from top restaurants, and live music (lineup TBA). General admission is $45 and includes a Belgian beer glass; VIP entry is $85. Tickets available at Kleinhans.org or by phone.
Genesee Mango Peach Kolsch Is Back for Summer
Genesee Brewing has brought back its Mango Peach Kolsch, a crisp, subtly sweet seasonal perfect for warm weather sipping. Look for it in 12-packs and on draft at select retailers and the Genesee Brew House.
Resurgence Brewing Updates: Osteria Collab, Hops for HOPE & Canalside Opening
Woodcock Brothers to Reopen Wilson Taproom – May 15
Woodcock Brothers is reimagining their Wilson location with a simplified menu, taproom-only beer service (no full kitchen, liquor, or wine), and a laid-back vibe. The revamped spot will reopen on May 15, featuring beer brewed at their Wurlitzer facility.
Big Ditch Brewing’s 10-Year Anniversary Block Party – May 31
Big Ditch is shutting down East Huron Street for its 10th Anniversary Block Party on May 31 at 1pm. The event features live music, throwback beers (like Excavator Brown and CitraBurner), games, giveaways, food, and VIP access to the upstairs Brewer’s Lounge with open bar. GA tickets are $20, VIP from $60–$75. Tickets available now.
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Publish Date: 5/9/2025
Scott & Brian chat about the beer events this weekend:
Wines in the Wild Returns to the Buffalo Zoo – June 18
As part of the Zoo’s 150th anniversary, Wines in the Wild returns on June 18, featuring samples from local breweries, wineries, and restaurants, live music, and animal ambassador appearances. Proceeds support the Buffalo Zoo’s conservation efforts. Tickets are $45 and on sale now.
Kleinhans Rhythm & Brews Fundraiser – May 9
Raise a glass for a good cause at Rhythm and Brews, happening Friday, May 9 (6:30–9pm) at Kleinhans Music Hall. Enjoy tastings from local breweries and cideries, food from top restaurants, and live music (lineup TBA). General admission is $45 and includes a Belgian beer glass; VIP entry is $85. Tickets available at Kleinhans.org or by phone.
Genesee Mango Peach Kolsch Is Back for Summer
Genesee Brewing has brought back its Mango Peach Kolsch, a crisp, subtly sweet seasonal perfect for warm weather sipping. Look for it in 12-packs and on draft at select retailers and the Genesee Brew House.
Resurgence Brewing Updates: Osteria Collab, Hops for HOPE & Canalside Opening
Woodcock Brothers to Reopen Wilson Taproom – May 15
Woodcock Brothers is reimagining their Wilson location with a simplified menu, taproom-only beer service (no full kitchen, liquor, or wine), and a laid-back vibe. The revamped spot will reopen on May 15, featuring beer brewed at their Wurlitzer facility.
Big Ditch Brewing’s 10-Year Anniversary Block Party – May 31
Big Ditch is shutting down East Huron Street for its 10th Anniversary Block Party on May 31 at 1pm. The event features live music, throwback beers (like Excavator Brown and CitraBurner), games, giveaways, food, and VIP access to the upstairs Brewer’s Lounge with open bar. GA tickets are $20, VIP from $60–$75. Tickets available now.
More local beer news and event coverage at BuffaloBeerLeague.com.
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Publish Date: 5/9/2025
Buffalo Olde Brewery Launches Community Bike Tour & Live Music
Buffalo Olde Brewery in Lovejoy has announced a new community pedal bike tour, available Thursday through Sunday for up to 13 riders. The two-hour tour explores the Lovejoy neighborhood with Buffalo Olde beers and cocktails along for the ride. Plus, catch live music every Thursday and Saturday through May. Details and booking info at thebuffalooldebrewery.com.
Cider Week New York Returns May 3–11
Celebrate all things cider during Cider Week New York, happening statewide May 3–11. Enjoy special tastings, events, and cidery visits, including participation from WNY’s own Clarksburg Cider. The weeklong celebration is organized by the New York Cider Association. Full event listings at ciderweeknewyork.com.
Iron Cedar Brewing & Meadery Now Open Near Buffalo Airport
Iron Cedar Brewing & Meadery has officially opened its doors at 4345 Genesee Street, right across from the airport. While beer is still a few weeks away (brewing equipment delays), their meads and food menu are available now. It's a laid-back stop for locals and travelers alike.
Southern Tier Brings Back Retired Favorites – One Night Only
Southern Tier is reviving classics like Lake Shore Fog, 2XStout, Chautauqua Lager, and more for one night only—May 3 at 11pm at The Empty Pint in Lakewood. The night includes live music, food specials, and draft pours of long-retired favorites. Free admission.
Art of Beer Returns to Niagara Arts & Cultural Center – May 2
The Art of Beer is back for its 17th year at the NACC in Niagara Falls. For $40, guests receive unlimited beer, wine, and cider tastings, food from Niagara’s best restaurants, live music, and a commemorative glass. The event also supports the arts center. Tickets are on sale now.
Eli Fish Brewing Celebrates 7th Anniversary – May 3
Eli Fish Brewing in Batavia is throwing a huge anniversary party on May 3. Expect live music, giveaways, outdoor games, a beer float truck, The Great Fish Race, and a chance to win free beer every week for a year if you're one of the first 200 through the door (21+). Free and open to the public.
Mortalis Brewing Releases Star Wars-Inspired Beers
Get ready for May the 4th with Mortalis Brewing’s latest themed releases:
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Publish Date: 5/2/2025
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Hamburg Brewing Launches Summer Lager & Orchard Apricot Cider
Just in time for warmer weather, Hamburg Brewing has released Summer Lager, a crisp 4.2% American lager with a refreshing “kiss of lime.” It's perfect for cookouts, beach days, or relaxing with a good book. They’ve also dropped Orchard Apricot, a seasonal cider. Both are now on tap and available in 12oz. 6-pack cans at Hamburg’s taproom.
Smash Factor IPA Returns to Resurgence on April 12
Smash Factor, the light and sessionable 5.5% IPA brewed in collaboration with OnCore Golf and PGA Hope WNY, makes its return to Resurgence Brewing on April 12 (12pm). The release party features putting and chipping games, giveaways, and Masters coverage in the taproom. $1 per pint and $2 per 4-pack benefit PGA Hope, supporting local veterans.
Sour Power Sour Beer Fest Comes Back to Pizza Plant Transit
Sour lovers rejoice! Sour Power returns April 13 (12pm) at Pizza Plant’s Transit Road location. Expect a stacked lineup including Cantillon Kriek (2024), Mortalis Hydra: Sangria, Cascade Sang Royal (2017), Thin Man Minkey Starburst, and many more. Enjoy flight specials, 20% off sour bottles, and complimentary Tums for the brave. Free and open to the public.
CBW, Thin Man & Smoldered Society Tap Takeover at The Caz – April 11
Celebrate New York Craft Beer Day at The Caz with a triple tap takeover featuring Community Beer Works, Thin Man Brewery, and Smoldered Society (6:30pm). DJ Cochise will be spinning funky vibes while the taps pour highlights like CBW’s Pineapple Princess, Thin Man’s Bliss DIPA, and Smoldered Society’s Simulated Reality. Tickets are $5 GA or $20 VIP (includes mezzanine access + 2 drink tickets).
April 11 is Now Officially New York Craft Beer Day
Governor Kathy Hochul has proclaimed April 11 as the inaugural New York Craft Beer Day, recognizing over 500 independent breweries across the state that contribute $4.8 billion to the economy and support 22,000 jobs. It's the perfect excuse to support your local brewery. Learn more at ThinkNYDrinkNY.com.
Innovation Thursdays Return to Big Ditch + New Bar Bill Collab
Innovation Thursdays are back at Big Ditch Brewing! Each first Thursday of the month brings a new beer and wing flavor to their taproom, alongside happy hour deals from 3-6pm ($5 drafts, $10 apps). April’s release included Molten Cheeto Madness Wings and Wai-iti IPA.
Big Ditch also teamed up with Bar Bill Clarence to brew Bar-Bill Secret Sauce IPA, a crushable 6% hazy IPA designed to pair perfectly with wings. It's currently available on draft at Bar Bill Clarence (8326 Main Street).
Stay tuned for more updates and craft beer news at BuffaloBeerLeague.com
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Publish Date: 4/11/2025
Community Beer Works Exits Elmwood-Bidwell Project
Nearly two years after announcing plans for a taproom at 976 Elmwood Avenue, Community Beer Works has officially pulled out. Director of Operations Chris Groves says CBW hasn’t been involved in the project for over a year and will instead focus on optimizing their Chandler Street location and other existing sites. No plans have been announced for their former 7th Street taproom.
CollaBEERation V Tickets Still Available
Limited general admission tickets remain for CollaBEERation V on April 5 (2-6pm) at The Powerhouse. The festival features unique collabs from WNY breweries, cideries, and meaderies, with food vendors like Pizza Plant, Britesmith, and Brisket Love BBQ. The theme is “Hollywood,” and costumes are encouraged. GA tickets are $70 (includes unlimited pours and commemorative glass); DD tickets also available.
Tap That Tap Room Anniversary – Win Free Beer for a Year
Tap That Tap Room in Tonawanda is turning one and giving away free beer for a year to 10 winners. To enter, follow them on Facebook or Instagram, share their contest post, and tag a friend. The anniversary celebration happens Saturday, April 5 with live music (Sonic Legacy, 4–7pm), Orso Nero pizza, and a Buffalo Bandits watch party at 9pm.
Rusty Nickel Launches Buffalo What? IPA + Bandits Watch Party
On April 5 at 8pm, Rusty Nickel Brewing will release Buffalo What? IPA, a lightly hopped American IPA. It's the second in their lacrosse-inspired series, following To The Box Lager. Stick around for a Buffalo Bandits watch party at 9pm for their game against the Colorado Mammoth. Both beers will be available on draft and in 4-pack cans.
Bev Depot Beer Store Opens in Cheektowaga
Bev Depot has officially opened at 2190 Walden Avenue in Cheektowaga. The 6,000 sq. ft. store offers over 2,000 SKUs of beer, with a strong focus on local craft. “We’re proud to support local breweries and offer the lowest prices in Buffalo,” they shared online. Visit bevdepot.org or find them on Facebook and Instagram for more info.
Kleinhans Rhythm & Brews Returns – May 9
The annual Rhythm and Brews fundraiser at Kleinhans Music Hall is back on May 9 (6:30–9pm). Enjoy tastings from local breweries and cideries, with food from Oliver’s, Britesmith, Creekview Restaurant, and Marcato by Oliver’s. GA tickets are $45 and include a commemorative Belgian beer glass; VIP ($85) includes early access, first pours, and reserved seating.
Science After Hours: To Infinity And Beer-ond – April 25
Presented by the WNY Brewers Guild, this 21+ event at the Buffalo Museum of Science features tastings from Big Ditch, Brazen, Rusty Nickel, and Spotted Octopus. Explore astronomy exhibits, make mission patches, taste freeze-dried treats, and more. Tickets are $39 and available online. Planetarium shows are already sold out—don’t wait!
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Publish Date: 4/4/2025
Here’s the updated Buffalo Beer Buzz with BuffaloBeerLeague.com included:
Buffalo Beer Buzz – This Week’s Highlights 🍻
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Publish Date: 3/28/2025
This week's Buffalo Beer Buzz has stories on Spotted Octopus Brewing opening this weekend in Rochester, 42 North Brewing Tree Tap Maple Fest, three new beers from Southern Tier Brewing, including a new Perry's Ice Cream collab, return of The Genesee Brewery Ruby Red Kolsch, the official opening of Big Ditch Brewing Lockport and a new collab from Magic Bear Beer Cellar and OSB Ciderworks.
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Publish Date: 3/22/2025
Brian is back this week with Scott to break down the latest in Buffalo’s craft beer scene:
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Publish Date: 3/7/2025
There’s a lot going on in the local beer scene, but unfortunately, we also have some sad news. Two beloved spots in Buffalo’s craft community are closing their doors.
On a brighter note, here’s what’s happening in the beer world:
All of this is brought to you by Scott while Brian’s on vacation. As always, check out BuffaloBeerLeague.com for the latest news on Buffalo’s craft beer scene.
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Publish Date: 2/28/2025
Scott flies solo this week as Brian flies to someplace warm. Here's a quick update on the Buffalo Beer Scene this week:
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Publish Date: 2/21/2025
Scott and Brian break down what’s happening in the WNY beer scene:
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Publish Date: 2/15/2025
Scott & Brian break down the latest beer happenings in WNY:
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Publish Date: 2/7/2025
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Publish Date: 2/1/2025
Scott & Brian dive into this week’s beer happenings in WNY:
Which of these events are you most excited about? Let me know, and we’ll toast to it! 🍻
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Publish Date: 1/24/2025
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Publish Date: 1/18/2025
This week, Scott & Brian bring you the latest Buffalo beer buzz, including:
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Publish Date: 1/10/2025
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Publish Date: 1/4/2025
Here’s a rundown of Buffalo’s New Year’s Eve celebrations:
Find out more about these events and plan your perfect NYE celebration! Cheers!
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Publish Date: 12/27/2024
Scott is flying solo this week, snowed in and battling internet issues, but the Buffalo beer news never stops! Here's what's on tap this episode:
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Publish Date: 12/13/2024
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Publish Date: 12/7/2024
This week's Buffalo Beer Buzz at Step Out Buffalo has stories on Seneca Brewtopia Beer Festival at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, New York State Craft Beer Pint Days, Habitat for Humanity Buffalo 2025 Craft Brew Tour Cards, Barrel Jam V at 42 North Brewing, Big Ditch Brewing NA Burner, Beer Kind Brewing bar tab giveaway and Beer Advent Calendars at Magic Bear Beer Cellar, Consumers Beverages, Fattey Beer, Bottle Rocket Beer Reserve and more.
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Publish Date: 11/22/2024
This week, we're highlighting some exciting events and releases in WNY beer:
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Publish Date: 11/14/2024
Each week, we bring you the latest and greatest in Buffalo and WNY beer news, releases, and events. Here's what's trending this week:
1. Holiday Beer Release Weekend at Resurgence Brewing (Nov. 7-9) Deck the halls with holiday brews at Resurgence Brewing's Holiday Beer Release Weekend! Try festive releases like Sour Claus (a raspberry and cranberry fruited sour), Holiday Ale, Christmas Cider from Blackbird Cider Works, and Smells Like Buffalo Pilsner, infused with honey, vanilla, and almond. Sample all four on draft and grab some to-go in cans and bottles at their special tasting event on Nov. 9.
2. Beer Kind Brewing's Holiday eGift Card Sale & Secret Santa 4-Pack Get ahead on holiday shopping with Beer Kind Brewing’s 20% off gift card sale using promo code GCHOPPYHOLIDAYS (through Nov. 30). They’ll also release a Secret Santa 4-Pack—four surprise brews in holiday packaging, perfect for gifting or a festive treat for yourself!
3. Southern Tier Brewing Buffalo’s Ice Bucket IPA for Charity Southern Tier’s Buffalo taproom just released Ice Bucket IPA, brewed with Ales for ALS hop blend and featuring flavors of berries, citrus, and tropical fruit. $1 from each pint supports ALS research. Additionally, every Thursday in November, $1 from each beer and cider sold goes to FeedMore WNY as part of their Cheers for Charity initiative.
4. NYS Brewers Association’s 24 Beers of Holiday Cheer Advent Calendar Celebrate the season with the 24 NYS Beers of Holiday Cheer, an advent calendar from the New York State Brewers Association. For $149, you’ll receive 24 beers from 24 breweries, ranging from IPAs to stouts, along with tasting notes, NYS Craft Beer stickers, and a Think NY, Drink NY koozie. Available for order online.
5. Hydraulic Hearth Celebrates 10 Years on Nov. 9 Hydraulic Hearth is marking ten years in business with anniversary specials—$2 drinks for former staff, and $5 beers and $7 cocktails for all guests. Known for their brick oven pizza and creative cocktails, they also serve CBW favorites like Dreizehn German Pilsner, Ein Bier Bitte Hefeweizen, and Sloth IPA. Join the celebration at 716 Swan Street!
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Publish Date: 11/7/2024
This week we take a look at all the things that are happening in the Buffalo beer scene this weekend and beyond for the weekend of November 1, 2024.
We have beer, releases, events, new brewery, openings, and more. For more information go to buffalobeerleague.com.
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Publish Date: 11/1/2024
This week on *WNY Brews*, Scott is flying solo to bring you the latest news in the Western New York beer scene. As always, you can find all the stories mentioned here at BuffaloBeerLeague.com, and feel free to reach out to us at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or Scott@WNYBrews.com.
New York Beer Project Wins Gold at Great American Beer Festival
New York Beer Project’s Hazy Crush IPA won gold in the experimental IPA category at the 2023 Great American Beer Festival, the largest beer competition in the U.S. Hazy Crush is available at NYBP’s Lockport, Victor, and Orchard Park locations. It also earned a gold medal earlier this year at the NYS Craft Brewers Competition.
Hartman’s Bourbon Dinner with Ellicottville Brewing
Rationales in Williamsville will host a special bourbon pairing dinner on Oct. 24, featuring Hartman’s Distilling and Ellicottville Brewing. The four-course meal includes bourbon and beer pairings, with dishes like butternut squash bisque and braised short ribs. The featured bourbon is a Barrel Select aged in EBC’s Chocolate Cherry Bomb barrels. One attendee will win a bottle of this limited-edition bourbon.
Celebrate Halloween at a Local Brewery
If you’re looking for Halloween plans, several local breweries have you covered. Join Magic Bear Beer Cellar on Oct. 25 for a beer and candy pairing, or stop by Southern Tier Brewing on Oct. 26 for *King-O-Ween*, featuring a live DJ, costume contest, and $1 off *Pumking* pours. Hertel Ave. will host *The Crawling Dead: Halloween Bar Crawl* the same night, with drink specials and a costume contest. Other events include parties at Spotted Octopus Brewing and Shalooby Loofer Brewing.
Mr. Goodbar’s Annual Cask Fest Returns Dec. 5
Mark your calendar for Mr. Goodbar’s annual Cask Fest on Dec. 5. Tickets are $30 and include unlimited tastings of exclusive cask beers from breweries like Flying Bison, Brickyard Brewing, and Old First Ward Brewing, along with food from Hanzlian’s sausage.
Bottles & Bites: Flavors of Fall at Statler Buffalo
On Nov. 14, *Bottles & Bites: Flavors of Fall* will take place at the Statler Buffalo, offering local food and drink pairings. Sample beer from Big Ditch, Belt Line, and Shalooby Loofer, along with meads from Bee Spit. VIP tickets are $60 and include early entry, exclusive tastings, and a $25 Santora’s gift card, while general admission is $35.
Ellicottville Brewing x Platters Chocolate Affogato Tasting Party
On Oct. 30, Ellicottville Brewing and Platter’s Chocolate Factory are releasing their *Affogato Dessert Ale* at Fattey Beer in North Tonawanda. The ale is brewed with espresso beans, vanilla, caramel, and lactose to capture the flavors of the classic Italian dessert. The event is free to attend and will feature beer and chocolate pairings, plus a prize wheel.
WNY Beer Trail 2025 Trail Pass Available Soon
The WNY Beer Trail 2025 Trail Pass goes on sale Oct. 24, offering buy one, get one deals at 75 locations across Western New York. The pass also includes discounts on brewery tours at Resurgence Brewing and a guide to pet-friendly breweries. Passes can be purchased online or at local stores.
For more stories and updates, visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com, and don’t hesitate to contact us at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or Scott@WNYBrews.com. Cheers!
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Publish Date: 10/25/2024
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Publish Date: 10/19/2024
Here’s a quick roundup of the latest news in Buffalo and Western New York beer:
**Buffalo Brewing to Release New Batch of Simon Pure Beer**
Buffalo Brewing Company will release the third batch of its revived *Simon Pure Beer* on Oct. 19 at the historic William Simon Brewery (Clinton & Emslie). This light, easy-drinking beer with notes of sweet malt and toasted bread will be available in 12oz 6-pack cans, cases, and on draft. The original William Simon Brewery produced Simon Pure until its closure in 1972.
**Clarksburg Cider Closes Lancaster Taproom**
After three years of operation, Clarksburg Cider has closed its Lancaster taproom at 4493 Walden Ave. The decision was influenced by economic challenges and workforce instability. Despite this, Clarksburg cider will still be available in stores and, with the newly passed Direct-to-Consumer Shipment Bill, for online orders and shipping.
**Windy Brew’s Batavia Taproom to Close**
Windy Brew’s Batavia location, which opened in August 2023, will close on Oct. 13. While the feedback was positive, they struggled to draw enough patrons. Until the closure, they will offer $5 pints and special crowler fills. Windy Brew’s Strykersville taproom will remain open.
**Local Breweries Support Hurricane Helene Relief**
Big Ditch Brewing, New York Beer Project, and Southern Tier Brewing are helping raise funds for Hurricane Helene victims. Throughout October, Big Ditch will donate $2 from every pint of *Squeezer Dry-Hopped Kettle Sour*, and all three NYBP locations will donate $1 from each pint of *Destination IPA*. Southern Tier has already donated over $44,000 to several relief organizations.
**Bourbon Dinner at Rationales with Ellicottville Brewing**
On Oct. 24, Rationales in Williamsville is hosting a special bourbon pairing dinner with Ellicottville Brewing and Hartman’s Distilling. The event will feature a new collaborative Barrel Select Bourbon, aged in *EBC Chocolate Cherry Bomb* barrels. Limited tickets are available online.
**Niagara Association of Homebrewers Parking Lot Brew at BriarBrothers**
On Oct. 12, starting at 9am, BriarBrothers Brewing will host the Niagara Association of Homebrewers for an outdoor brewing demonstration. This event is perfect for those interested in learning homebrewing techniques. Brewing will start at 9am, and the brewery opens at noon.
**42 North & 43 North Collaborate on New Beer**
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the 43North business incubator, 42 North Brewing is releasing *Beyond Boundaries*, a West Coast pilsner brewed with Simcoe, Chinook, and Tonatiuh hops. It will be available at 42 North’s taprooms and select venues in Buffalo’s Theatre District.
For more details on these stories and the Buffalo beer scene, check out *WNY Brews* and visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com.
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Publish Date: 10/11/2024
Here’s a quick roundup of the latest news in Buffalo and Western New York beer:
**Buffalo Brewing to Release New Batch of Simon Pure Beer**
Buffalo Brewing Company will release the third batch of its revived *Simon Pure Beer* on Oct. 19 at the historic William Simon Brewery (Clinton & Emslie). This light, easy-drinking beer with notes of sweet malt and toasted bread will be available in 12oz 6-pack cans, cases, and on draft. The original William Simon Brewery produced Simon Pure until its closure in 1972.
**Clarksburg Cider Closes Lancaster Taproom**
After three years of operation, Clarksburg Cider has closed its Lancaster taproom at 4493 Walden Ave. The decision was influenced by economic challenges and workforce instability. Despite this, Clarksburg cider will still be available in stores and, with the newly passed Direct-to-Consumer Shipment Bill, for online orders and shipping.
**Windy Brew’s Batavia Taproom to Close**
Windy Brew’s Batavia location, which opened in August 2023, will close on Oct. 13. While the feedback was positive, they struggled to draw enough patrons. Until the closure, they will offer $5 pints and special crowler fills. Windy Brew’s Strykersville taproom will remain open.
**Local Breweries Support Hurricane Helene Relief**
Big Ditch Brewing, New York Beer Project, and Southern Tier Brewing are helping raise funds for Hurricane Helene victims. Throughout October, Big Ditch will donate $2 from every pint of *Squeezer Dry-Hopped Kettle Sour*, and all three NYBP locations will donate $1 from each pint of *Destination IPA*. Southern Tier has already donated over $44,000 to several relief organizations.
**Bourbon Dinner at Rationales with Ellicottville Brewing**
On Oct. 24, Rationales in Williamsville is hosting a special bourbon pairing dinner with Ellicottville Brewing and Hartman’s Distilling. The event will feature a new collaborative Barrel Select Bourbon, aged in *EBC Chocolate Cherry Bomb* barrels. Limited tickets are available online.
**Niagara Association of Homebrewers Parking Lot Brew at BriarBrothers**
On Oct. 12, starting at 9am, BriarBrothers Brewing will host the Niagara Association of Homebrewers for an outdoor brewing demonstration. This event is perfect for those interested in learning homebrewing techniques. Brewing will start at 9am, and the brewery opens at noon.
**42 North & 43 North Collaborate on New Beer**
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the 43North business incubator, 42 North Brewing is releasing *Beyond Boundaries*, a West Coast pilsner brewed with Simcoe, Chinook, and Tonatiuh hops. It will be available at 42 North’s taprooms and select venues in Buffalo’s Theatre District.
For more details on these stories and the Buffalo beer scene, check out *WNY Brews* and visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com.
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Publish Date: 10/11/2024
Here’s a roundup of some exciting upcoming beer events and releases in Western New York. For more details or to share your news, email Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or Scott@WNYBrews.com, and visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com. Be sure to check out the *WNY Brews* podcast for more insights into the WNY beer scene!
**Pressure Drop and Ellicottville Brewing Announce New Partnership**
After closing their Elmwood Avenue taproom and brew house, Pressure Drop Brewing has partnered with Ellicottville Brewing (EBC). According to EBC’s Head of Brewery Operations, Dan Minner, the two breweries have collaborated on recipe development and ingredient sourcing to maintain the quality of Pressure Drop’s beers. This partnership ensures Pressure Drop’s beers will still be available at select retailers across WNY.
**Mortalis Brewing Buffalo First Anniversary Party**
Mortalis Brewing Buffalo will celebrate its first anniversary on Oct. 5 with live music, exclusive draft options (including specialty barrel-aged beers), beer flights, and draft specials all day. The event is free and kicks off at 3pm at 1250 Niagara St.
**Tap & Craft Festival Returns**
The third annual Tap & Craft Festival is set for Oct. 5 at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. Over 40 breweries, wineries, and cideries, including Mortalis, Other Half, Trillium, and more, will participate. The event also includes live music, food, and artisan vendors. General admission is $35, which includes unlimited samples and a commemorative tasting glass. VIP tickets offer additional perks. Get tickets at www.tapandcraft.com.
**Woodcock Brothers Cocktoberfest**
Woodcock Brothers Brewing’s Cocktoberfest returns to the Wurlitzer Building in North Tonawanda on Oct. 5. Expect German food, live music, and the release of Cocktoberfest Lager. Lederhosen and German garb are encouraged for this free event, starting at 12pm.
**Tim’s Beer Show at Pizza Plant**
On Oct. 16, Buffalo beer legend Tim Herzog will host *Tim’s Beer Show* at Pizza Plant Transit. The tasting event, New York’s longest-running beer event, features a unique sampling of 12 beers with Herzog providing insights into each. Tickets are $50 and include beer samples, breadsticks, and a tasting glass. They can be purchased at Pizza Plant or on Eventbrite.
**Big Ditch Brewing Teams Up with YMCA Buffalo Niagara for Turkey Trot Beer**
For the third consecutive year, Big Ditch Brewing is releasing *Turkey Trotter*, a blonde ale brewed in honor of the Buffalo Turkey Trot race. Available starting Oct. 3, the beer will be on draft and sold in 6-packs. This year, Big Ditch is running a giveaway, with six lucky winners receiving free Turkey Trot entry. Look for details on www.bigditchbrewing.com/turkeytrottergiveaway.
**Hofbrauhaus Buffalo Festbier Release**
Hofbrauhaus Buffalo will release their *Festbier* on Oct. 3 with a keg-tapping ceremony and live music at 6pm. Guests will get a complimentary pour of this seasonal beer, which pairs well with pork and sweet desserts like apfelstrudel. For reservations, call (716) 939-BEER or visit www.hofbrauhausbuffalo.com.
**Cider Week New York 2024**
Cider Week New York kicks off Oct. 5-13, celebrating the best in craft cider from across the state. The event will feature tastings, tours, and special pairings at cideries, restaurants, and bottle shops throughout New York. For more info and event listings, visit www.ciderweeknewyork.com.
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Publish Date: 10/4/2024
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Publish Date: 9/27/2024
This week's Buffalo Beer Buzz at Step Out Buffalo has stories on the Tap & Craft Festival, a pair of new lagers at Brickyard Brewing, Pressure Drop Brewing to close their Elmwood taproom, the return of WNY Beer Week, Lockport Brewpub Shuffle becomes Twisted Locks Brewing, Oktoberfest events this weekend at Resurgence Brewing, Wayland Brewing, Mystic Hills Brewing, RationAles and Southern Tier Brewing Co. - Buffalo and the Seneca Brewtopia Beer Festival at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Cheers and thanks for reading.
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Publish Date: 9/19/2024
Each week, we round up the latest Buffalo beer news, releases, and events happening in Western New York. Here's what’s trending:
**Want to share your Buffalo/WNY beer news?** Email Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or Scott@WNYBrews.com, and visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com.
**Big Ditch and Theatre District Association Brew New Beer**
Big Ditch Brewing partnered with the Theatre District Association of WNY to create *Open Curtain*, a 5.3% kolsch that’s slightly fruity and bready. It will debut at Curtain Up on Sept. 13 and be available at theatres and restaurants in the Buffalo Theatre District throughout the season.
**Hamburg Brewing Celebrates 11th Anniversary**
Hamburg Brewing is hosting a 90s-themed anniversary party on Sept. 14, featuring live music, food specials, and carnival-style games like Dunk the Brewer. A $10 cover applies.
**Oktoberfest at Jackson Square with Eli Fish Brewing**
Eli Fish Brewing will hold an Oktoberfest celebration on Sept. 14 in Batavia’s Jackson Square. The event includes German beers, food, music, and games. Tickets are $18 in advance or $20 at the door.
**Buffalo Beer Goddesses 12th Anniversary**
The Buffalo Beer Goddesses celebrate their 12th anniversary on Sept. 19 at Mr. Goodbar with food, drink samples, and local vendors. Admission is $10 for non-members and $5 for members.
**New Buffalo Bills-Themed Beers**
With football season back, breweries like Mortalis, Other Half, and Sad Boys Brewing have released Bills-themed beers, including Mortalis’ *Gemini: Circle the Wagons* and Other Half’s *Brocpile Imperial IPA*. These beers are available in cans and on draft.
**Smoldered Society’s New Double IPA**
Smoldered Society has released a new version of their *Illusion of Safety* DIPA, brewed with Cashmere, Sabro, and Motueka hops, plus Phantasm Powder for added flavor complexity. Available at several local spots, including The Beer Keep and Mr. Goodbar.
Stay updated at BuffaloBeerLeague.com, and listen to the *WNY Brews* podcast for more insights on the WNY beer scene!
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Publish Date: 9/13/2024
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.
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Publish Date: 9/6/2024
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.com
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Publish Date: 8/23/2024
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Publish Date: 8/16/2024
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Publish Date: 8/9/2024
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Publish Date: 8/2/2024
**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!
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Publish Date: 7/25/2024
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Publish Date: 7/21/2024
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Publish Date: 7/12/2024
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Publish Date: 7/5/2024
In this episode, Scott flies solo to bring you the latest in Buffalo beer news:
- **Big Ditch Brewing** releases Afterburner, a 9.0% imperial version of their popular Hayburner IPA on June 28.
- **Magic Bear Beer Cellar** and **42 North Brewing** team up again for BEARy Cherry Fruited Sour, releasing on June 28.
- **Buffalo Brewing Company** revives Simon Pure Beer at the old Wm. Simon Brewery with a special event featuring Bill Simon.
- **Resurgence Brewing** celebrates their 10th anniversary on June 29 with food, live music, throwback beers, and more.
- **Erie County Fair** announces Home Brew and Cider competition winners, with special events at Resurgence and Hamburg Brewing.
- **Platter’s Chocolate Factory** and **Ellicottville Brewing** release Pineapple Orange Whip Dessert Ale, inspired by Platter’s Café’s summer dessert.
Tune in for all the details and more in this week's Buffalo Beer Buzz!
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Publish Date: 6/28/2024
Scott is flying solo this week on Buffalo Beer League, bringing you the latest updates in the WNY beer scene. Here’s what’s happening:
**HAMBURG BREWING CREATES BEER FOR VILLAGE ANNIVERSARY**
Hamburg Brewing has created a special beer, 1874, to commemorate the Village of Hamburg's 150th anniversary. Modeled after the original White Corner Wheat recipe, 1874 is a 5.3% American Wheat Ale brewed with Pilsner and Wheat malts, and Herkules, Perle, and Citra hops. It’s available on draft and in 12oz 6-pack cans at the brewery.
**NEW YORK BEER PROJECT OP BEER LODGE TO OPEN JUNE 14**
The NYBP Beer Lodge in Orchard Park will open on June 14 at 11am. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will feature Buffalo Bills legend Jim Kelly, Bills Mafia founder Del Reid, and superfan John Lang (Bills Elvis). The Lodge will offer 17 beers on tap, including exclusive brews like Hazy Crush IPA and OP Lager.
**WAYLAND BREWING 1ST ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND**
Wayland Brewing in Orchard Park will celebrate their first anniversary with a weekend-long event featuring BBQ specials, live music, and new beers. They will release Fuller Send, a bigger version of their Full Send IPA, and Hive, a lightly tart saison with honey. The festivities begin on June 14.
**BUFFALO BREWING COMPANY PAKTECH RECYCLING PROGRAM**
Buffalo Brewing Company is offering a PakTech recycling program. You can bring your used PakTechs (plastic beer can holders) to their taproom for recycling. They collect, sort, clean, and either reuse or send them back for proper recycling.
**BTR BREWS CLOSES IN VILLAGE OF ANGOLA**
BTR Brews in the Village of Angola has closed permanently. Owner Brandi Lombardo announced the closure via social media, citing an inability to sustain the business. The brewery, which opened in December 2021, will continue to be for sale until mid-July, after which they will liquidate their assets if no buyer is found.
**TICKETS REMAIN FOR RHYTHM & BREWS BENEFIT AT KLEINHANS**
Limited tickets are still available for the Rhythm & Brews event at Kleinhans Music Hall on June 13. The event features craft beer and cider from several local breweries, food from top restaurants, and music from Jukeboxx. Proceeds benefit Kleinhans’s programming. General admission tickets are $45, and VIP tickets are $85. For tickets, call (716) 885-5000 or visit kleinhansbuffalo.org.
**FORMER LABATT HOUSE HEADQUARTERS AVAILABLE FOR SALE**
The former Labatt House headquarters at 79 Perry Street, including the brewery and tasting room, is now for sale. The space includes 3,500 square feet for the brewery and tasting room and over 11,000 square feet of office space. Hunt Commercial Real Estate is handling the subleasing.
For more details on these stories, visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com. You can reach us at (716) 486-BEER or email us at Scott@WNYBrews.com or Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com. Cheers!
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Publish Date: 6/14/2024
Welcome to WNY Brews! This week, Brian is flying solo to bring you the latest happenings in the Western New York beer scene.
First up, Smoldered Society is hosting their second Go Skate Day at the Thin Man Warehouse on Chandler Street on June 21. The event will feature a skate jam from 4-8:30 pm, food from Riff City, and a double collaboration beer release from Smoldered Society, Frequentem Brewing, and Mom’s Skateshop. The after-party will be held at the Beer Keep with music from Mike West, featuring tunes from the Tony Hawk Pro Skater video game series. Proceeds will benefit the SFM Skatepark Project.
Marquee Brewing in Portville has closed its doors after nearly a year in business. The brewery, known for its flavored hard sodas, opened in July 2023. Owner Cory Clark expressed gratitude to supporters and acknowledged that insufficient customer turnout led to the closure.
Registration is now open for the 10th annual The Dude’s Homebrew Competition, benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The event will be held on August 18 at Resurgence Brewing, where homebrewers will serve samples of their beer to attendees who will vote for their favorite. The winning beer will be brewed at Resurgence. Tickets are $30 and include homebrew samples and a tasting glass.
Rusty Nickel Brewing is celebrating its 9th anniversary on June 8 with live music, food specials, lawn games, tastings, and a Mug Club VIP Area. Anniversary beer releases include Barrel Aged Rye Slice Old Fashioned, Off the Coast Hazy IPA, Fuzzy Naval Wheat, Strawberry Rhubarb Wheat, Chocolate Hazelnut Brown Ale, and more. The event is free and doors open at noon.
Hofbrauhaus Buffalo will tap their Hopfen Weizen on June 6 at 6 pm. This hazy beer with fruity and tropical aromas pairs well with their Grosse Bayerische Salatplatte and Currywurst. Guests will receive a free 0.3L of Hopfen Weizen, and mentioning St. Joe’s Alumni will result in a donation to the Robert T. Scott, AFSC Endowment Fund. For reservations, visit www.hofbrauhausbuffalo.com.
Mortalis Brewing Buffalo has a new beer drop on June 6, featuring Chimera: Fruit Salad (Pink Label) Fruited Smoothie Sour, Typhon: Coconut Fruited Smoothie Sour, Have You Met Allen? Double IPA, and Orpheus Imperial Stout. These beers will be available in 16oz. cans and 500mL bottles.
Froth Brewing is making Wednesdays special with new deals at the taproom, including $2 off draft beers, $6 mixed drinks and wine pours, $5 off cheeseburgers, Nashville Hot Chicken sandwiches, pretzels, and candied thick cut bacon, and $5 fresh cut shoestring fries. Froth is open 4-10 pm every Wednesday and recently reopened their kitchen under in-house management.
For more details on these stories, visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com. You can reach us at (716) 486-BEER or email us at Scott@WNYBrews.com or Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com. Cheers!
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Publish Date: 6/8/2024
Welcome to WNY Brews! On this week’s episode, Brian is flying solo to talk about some exciting events and news in the Western New York beer scene.
First off, the New York Cider Association has launched the N.Y. Cider Mark. This initiative is designed to educate consumers, promote the quality of N.Y. Cider, and boost demand for New York State apples. The mark is placed on labels of hard cider to indicate that it is made with 100% New York State apples. For more information, visit www.newyorkcider.org.
42 North Brewing has released Centennial Pilsner to commemorate the 100th anniversary of New York State Parks. This West-Coast style pilsner features New York State-grown ingredients, including pilsner malt from New York Craft Malt, and Centennial, Chinook, and Excelsior hops. Each 16oz. can showcases artwork from a different NYS park and includes a QR code with more information. Look for Centennial Pils at the brewery and wherever great beer is sold.
Belt Line Brewery has released Fresh Coat Hazy Double IPA in honor of Buffalo Bills rookie wide receiver Keon Coleman’s iconic yellow puffer coat. This 8.6% IPA is dry-hopped with Galaxy, Nelson, and Mosaic hops, featuring notes of passion fruit, mango, citrus, and white wine. Fresh Coat Hazy DIPA is available now on draft at the taproom and in crowlers to-go.
Brickyard Brewing has unveiled new summer beers: Trolley Traveler Pilsner, Luna Belgian Blonde Ale, and Surfin Bird Watermelon Dragonfruit Sour. Trolley Traveler (5%) is a crisp German-style Pilsner, Luna (6.2%) features floral, peppery notes, and Surfin Bird (7.2%) is a refreshing sour brewed with watermelon and dragon fruit. These beers are available on draft and in 16oz. 4-pack cans at the taproom.
The SPCA Serving Erie County will host Wine, Wags & Brews on June 12 from 5-8 pm at the SPCA (300 Harlem Rd., West Seneca). The event features beer and cider from local breweries, food samples, food trucks, and pet-themed vendors. All proceeds benefit the SPCA. GA tickets are $45, VIP tickets are $75, and DD tickets are $25. Purchase tickets here.
Southern Tier Brewing Buffalo will release Walk the Lime on May 30, a collaboration with the Pink Boots Society. This limited edition 5.0% wheat beer features notes of jalapeno, lime, and slight heat. It was designed by the women of Southern Tier Brewing Company in honor of International Women’s Day. Walk the Lime will be available on draft at the taproom.
Want to travel to Prague and watch the Buffalo Sabres take on the New Jersey Devils this October? Happy Sherpa has a package for that. The trip, from September 30 to October 7, costs $3,200 and includes roundtrip flight from Buffalo to Prague, six nights at the Grand Hotel Bohemia, day trips, walking tours, and a Sabres Fan Club meetup. For more information, visit the Happy Sherpa website. Resurgence Brewing is hosting an informational session on June 5 at 5:30 pm. Sign up here.
For more details on these stories, visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com. You can reach us at (716) 486-BEER or email us at Scott@WNYBrews.com or Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com. Cheers!
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Publish Date: 5/31/2024
Welcome to WNY Brews! On this week’s episode, Scott and Brian talk about some exciting events and news in the Western New York beer scene.
First up, 42 North Brewing presents the Fourth Annual HillTAP Festival at Holiday Valley in Ellicottville on July 27. The event kicks off with a chair lift ride to Spruce Lake and features a day filled with music, craft beer from 42 North, and a variety of outdoor activities. Enjoy live music from Smilo & the Ghost (1-4 pm, Spruce Lake Cabin Stage), Miller & The Other Sinners (4-5:30 pm, Tannenbaum Stage), and Workingmans’ Dead (6-8:30 pm, Tannenbaum Stage). Tickets are available now, with early bird pricing at $35, advance tickets at $45, and day-of tickets at $50.
In other news, BTR Brews in the Village of Angola has announced it will be closing its doors on July 31. In a heartfelt Facebook post, owner Brandy Lombardo expressed gratitude for the support over the past 2.5 years, explaining the closure as a necessary decision for her family’s well-being.
Buffalo is set to welcome Iron Cedar Brewery & Meadery at 4345 Genesee Street, near the Buffalo Niagara International Airport. The brewery plans to offer a variety of meads, including unique flavors like Dragons Breath and Maiden Voyage, as well as honey-infused beers. They aim to open later this summer and will also provide food options.
The Genesee Country Village & Museum is hosting History on Tap on June 7, featuring local craft beers, wines, and ciders, including the museum’s own historical brews. The event will include live music, food, magic lantern shows, and more. Participants include OSB Ciderworks, Eli Fish Brewing, and Rohrbach Brewing with their historical beers. Tickets are $30, with a discount for members.
Big Ditch Brewing is set to re-release two beers on Friday, May 24. Stark White Dad Shoes IPA, featuring Riwaka and Galaxy hops, and West Coast Burner, a variant of Hayburner IPA with added grapefruit and pine bitterness, will be available on tap and in 4-pack cans at Big Ditch’s taproom.
Maifest at Spring Garden Park in East Aurora will feature a specially brewed Maibock from Buffalo Brewing Company. The event, taking place on May 25, includes a keg tapping ceremony, performances by The Caledonian Pipe Band and SGTV Edelweiss Dancers, and live music from The Polka Boys. The park opens at noon with food available starting at 1 pm. Admission is $6.
Mortalis Brewing is releasing nearly half a dozen new beers this week. On May 23, look out for Hydra: Sangria Fruited Smoothie Sour, Depths of Hydra (a collaboration with Homes Brewery), Happy Learned How To Putt IPA (a collab with Frequentem Brewing), Pomona: Banana & Peanuts Imperial Stout, and Barrel Aged Pomona. These releases will be available in various formats, including cans and bottles.
For more details on these stories, visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com. You can reach us at (716) 486-BEER or email us at Scott@WNYBrews.com or Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com. Cheers!
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Publish Date: 5/24/2024
Welcome to WNY Brews! On this week’s episode, Scott and Brian talk about some exciting events and news in the Western New York beer scene.
First up, tickets are now on sale for the New York State Craft Brewers Festival: Buffalo, which returns to Canalside on June 22. This year, the festival will feature craft beer from over 50 breweries across the state. Attendees will have the chance to meet the brewers, enjoy live music, explore a food truck rodeo, shop with vendors, and even catch live wrestling by Grapple Pro. New this year are GA+ tickets, which include early access, a souvenir tasting glass, and a $5 merch voucher. Tickets can be purchased online, and hard copy tickets are available at Resurgence Brewing, Big Ditch, Wayland Brewing, and Britesmith. Plus, $1 from each ticket will benefit the P.U.N.T Pediatric Cancer Collaborative.
Next, One-Eyed Cat Brewing in Williamsville is celebrating its second anniversary on June 1 with a full day of festivities. Enjoy live music from Whiskey Trick (2-5pm) and Ransom Road (6-9pm), shop local vendors, and savor BBQ sundaes from Pork Bellies BBQ. There will also be a special anniversary beer release. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
The Buffalo Beer Geeks are kicking off their summer Scavenger Hunt on June 27 at Nickel City Brewz from 5-9pm. The launch party will feature a quadruple tap takeover by Strangebird Beer, Noble Shepherd Craft Brewery, Old First Ward Brewing, and Buffalo Brewing Company, which have collaborated on a special brew for the event. Enjoy music from Mike West and food from Molly’s Wood Fired Pizza. Sign up for the scavenger hunt via the BBG Facebook group, with prizes to be announced soon.
In honor of the Village of Hamburg's 150th anniversary, Hamburg Brewing has crafted a special beer named ‘1874.’ This American Wheat Ale, modeled after the original White Corner Wheat recipe, boasts a 5.3% ABV and is brewed with Pilsner and Wheat malts, and Herkules, Perle, and Citra hops. It will be available on draft and in 12oz. 6-pack cans for $10.99 and $39.99 per case.
The Nickel Plate, an artisan market inside the Niagara Frontier Food Terminal, will hold its grand opening on May 18. Featuring over 120 vendors with locally made products, a restaurant, and a bar, the market will offer draft beers at $1 off and a $10 gift card for every 10th visitor. The 10 rotating taps will feature selections from local breweries including 42 North Brewing, Community Beer Works, and more.
Lastly, Resurgence Brewing and 42 North Brewing will be part of the Erie County Parks Department's Pints in the Park Program. This summer and fall, enjoy pop-up beer gardens at various Erie County parks. The program includes stops at Chestnut Ridge, Ellicott Creek, Como Lake, and Emery Park. For dates and more information, visit the Erie County Parks Department website.
For more details on these stories, visit BuffaloBeerLeague.com. You can reach us at (716) 486-BEER or email us at Scott@WNYBrews.com or Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com. Cheers!
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Publish Date: 5/18/2024
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Publish Date: 5/10/2024
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Publish Date: 4/26/2024
In this episode of WNY Brews, Brian Campbell brings you the latest updates and celebrations from the Western New York craft beer scene. First up, we explore the anticipation surrounding the opening of Farmcraft Brewery in Strykersville, Wyoming County. With plans for a sprawling two-story taproom, a full bar offering craft beer, spirits, and cocktails, as well as artisanal pizzas, Farmcraft Brewery promises to be a hotspot for beer enthusiasts. Unfortunately, the Hamburg Tapped Beer Fest has been cancelled this year, leaving many disappointed. However, Pressure Drop Brewing is gearing up for 420 week with a lineup of food specials and cask tappings sure to delight visitors. Meanwhile, Spotted Octopus Brewing is celebrating its second anniversary with special beer releases and festivities. Additionally, Magic Bear Beer Cellar teams up with OSB Ciderworks for a unique collaboration, and Community Beer Works marks its 12th anniversary with a lively party at their Elmwood Village location. Looking ahead, don't miss the Grapes & Hops Festival at Northwest Arena, showcasing the best of New York craft beer, wine, and spirits. And be sure to save the date for the 716 EmPOURium Whiskey & Spirits Tasting event, where proceeds support a meaningful cause honoring fallen military members. Tune in to WNY Brews for all this and more!
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Publish Date: 4/20/2024
Get ready to tap into the latest buzz in Buffalo's beer scene with our April events roundup! In this episode, we're serving up a frothy mix of exciting happenings, from collaborative brew festivals to new beer releases and taproom openings.
First up, mark your calendars for the fourth annual CollaBEERation Festival at the Powerhouse on April 13th. Join the Buffalo Beer Geeks community as they team up with 48 local breweries, cideries, and meaderies to craft never-before-tasted libations. Plus, this year's event comes with a pro wrestling twist, so don't forget to don your favorite wrestler attire!
Then, we're diving into the haze craze with Pressure Drop Brewing's latest release, Super Silver Haze IPA. With its bright bouquet of orange blossom and mandarin orange flavors, it's the perfect brew for celebrating 4/20 in style.
But that's not all! Buffalo Restaurant Week is back from April 15th to 21st, showcasing the best of the city's culinary and craft beer scene. From Big Ditch Brewing to Clarksburg Cider, join us as we explore the delicious deals and signature dishes on offer.
And speaking of collaborations, Resurgence Brewing is teaming up with OnCore Golf and PGA Hope WNY once again for the return of Smash Factor IPA. Swing by on April 13th for the release party, featuring putting games, giveaways, and a chance to support WNY PGA Hope with every pint purchased.
In other news, Steel Leaf Brewing is set to open its doors on Hertel Avenue, bringing a new hub for beer enthusiasts to gather and explore experimental brews. Plus, don't miss out on Thawfest at Riverworks on April 26th, where you can sample a wide array of spring-inspired brews while supporting local charities.
And finally, score yourself a free Resurgence Brewing pint glass at Consumers Beverages with the purchase of two 4-packs of their 391 IPA. It's a win-win, with proceeds going to support Ryan's Fund and the Courage of Carly Fund at Roswell Park.
So grab your favorite brew, tune in, and join us as we raise a glass to all the hoppy happenings in Buffalo this April! 🍻
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Publish Date: 4/12/2024
In this podcast episode, we delve into the vibrant world of craft beer and brewing events happening in Western New York.
Tune in to explore the dynamic craft beer scene and exciting events happening in Western New York.
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Publish Date: 4/5/2024
In this episode, we take a flavorful journey through the vibrant brewing scene in Western New York, showcasing stories of triumph, collaboration, and community celebration.
We start by celebrating the success of New York Beer Project at the 2024 NYS Craft Beer Competition, where they clinched five medals across various categories, including their innovative Hazy Crush: Island Style IPA. Resurgence and Big Ditch had big days as well!
Transitioning to industry news, we discuss the closure of K2 Brothers Brewing's satellite taproom at Hatchets & Hops in Black Rock, highlighting the challenges faced in the brewing business.
Shifting gears to collaboration and advocacy, we delve into Resurgence Brewing's partnership with the Pink Boots Society for the "Every Beer is Girls’ Beer" release. This collaboration produces a delightful Buffalo IPA and supports women and non-binary individuals in the brewing industry.
Exploring the creative side of brewing, we feature 1927 Brew House's latest pilot batch, the Exposaic New England IPA, crafted with Mosaic and experimental hops for a tropical fruit explosion.
Mortalis Brewing Buffalo makes an appearance with their exciting lineup of new beers, including the Hydra/Final Four and Hydra/Chonk Smoothie Sours, as well as the Odins Revenge Double IPA, showcasing the brewery's commitment to innovative flavors.
As we celebrate milestones, we highlight Tap That Tap Room's upcoming first-anniversary celebration, showcasing their unique self-pour taproom concept and community engagement efforts.
Finally, we blend sports and craft beer with the Buffalo Bisons' Southern Tier Craft Beer Ticket Pack, offering a delightful combination of baseball and local brews for fans to enjoy during the Bisons' 2024 season kickoff.
Join us as we raise a glass to the resilience, creativity, and camaraderie found within Western New York's vibrant brewing community. Cheers to great beers and even greater stories!
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Publish Date: 3/29/2024
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Wayland Spring Fest, 12 Gates Imperial Series, Sad Boys & Eli Fish Anniversaries, Magic Bear X Brindle Haus, Rationales Sloop Dinner, & Bisons Return
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Publish Date: 3/23/2024
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GOLF BUFFALO EXPO, WOODCOCK HOMEBREW SESSION, BUFFALO HOME SHOW, THAWFEST, ST. PATRICK’S DAY, NEW BEERS FROM GENESEE, BIG DITCH, STRANGEBIRD, SOUTHERN TIER
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Publish Date: 3/15/2024
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Hammer & Ales, 42 North Outpost Closes, Eclipse & Sips, Brickyard 1812 Night, 1927 Brew House DIPA, Imperial March Of Stouts, Mortalis Flights, Hofbrauhaus Marzen
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Publish Date: 3/8/2024
We go into what's happening this week and beyond in Buffalo Beer. Stories include:
On April 7 (12-3pm), the third annual KBC – Kegs, Barrels, and Crafts, a beer, wine and whiskey event featuring more than 50 vendors from Western New York, will take place at 500 Pearl. Tickets can be purchased here.
Not only is the Buffalo Home Show returning to the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center this year (Mar. 8-10, 15-17), so too is The 97 Rock Home Show Happy Hour. The event, hosted by Tom Ragan from Shredd & Ragan In The Morning, features craft beer from Big Ditch Brewing (Hayburner, No Punts Intended) and Hamburg Brewing (Irish Red, Blueberry Peach Cider), cider, wine, games, trivia and a special building contest, each Friday night (5-7pm), free for all attendees 21 and over.
The Pearl Street family of breweries has dropped a new hazy IPA, Charging the Storm, which is available at both Pearl Street and Riverworks
After the news that Community Beer Works is acquiring Thin Man Brewery, they are making it official with an engagement party on Mar. 2 (12pm) at 520 Seventh St. The special day will feature a dock sale at noon with cans, kegs and merchandise, an exclusive beer release (The Whale/Peanut Butter Jenkins Imperial Stout cuvee), games, giveaways, music, and more beer.
Windy Brew is celebrating seven years in Strykersville and is celebrating on Mar. 2 (5pm). The party will feature live music from Rob Koepf, beers from the past on tap, and beer and food specials all day long. Windy Brew offers a variety of beers from light ales and seasonal brews to IPAs and stouts.
Experience a lot of what our local craft beer and spirits scene has to offer with Happy Sherpa Travel Co. and their first ever Buffalo Beer Experience. The tour runs Apr. 12-14 and features two nights at the Richardson Hotel, and visits to Autark, Wayland Brewing, Gene McCarthy’s, Resurgence Brewing, Hartman’s Distilling, Hofbrauhaus Buffalo, and Big Ditch Brewing. You can meet the brewers and distillers themselves, tour the facilities and drink some of the best liquid in our own backyard. The Buffalo Beer Experience is $450 per person (based on double occupancy, $200 for singles) and includes hotel, coach, tours and tastings. You can book your spot on the Buffalo Beer Experience here.
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Publish Date: 3/1/2024
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Publish Date: 2/17/2024
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Publish Date: 2/9/2024
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Mystic Hills Contest, 12 Gates Beer Giveaway, Free NYBP Beer For A Year, Big Ditch Eclipse Beer, Gowanda Brewing Meet The Brewer
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Publish Date: 1/14/2024
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Publish Date: 1/9/2024
Steelbound To Expand, Twin Petrels Closing, & New Year’s Eve Celebrations
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Publish Date: 12/30/2023
We go through this weekend's events and releases in the Buffalo Beer Scene. As always, you can find the stories at BuffaloBeerLeague.com
This week we talk about:
TICKETS ON SALE FOR THE 2024 BREWER’S INVITATIONAL AT NYBP
Tickets are on sale for the 2024 Brewer’s Invitational, one of the premiere beer festivals on the beer calendar, which takes place at New York Beer Project on February 18 (2-5pm). Tickets are $55.20 (including taxes and fees) and include a commemorative 2024 Brewer’s Invitational glass, a gift card for NYBP’s gastropub menu, and access to over 50 innovative brews from 30 local breweries, cideries and meaderies. Designated drivers tickets are also available for $12.51 (including taxes and fees). Exclusive beer list and list of participating breweries coming soon. You can purchase tickets here.
MYSTIC HILLS BREWING RELEASE FIRST LAGER
East Concord’s Mystic Hills Brewing has tapped The Gusto, their first ever lager. The beer is “a 1960s tribute to all the fathers with pull-top beer cans and a craft beer that any major brewery enthusiast can love and appreciate,” the brewery says. This 4.9% lager is light, crisp, smooth, and sessionable with enough hop presence.
SMOLDERED SOCIETY DROPS FIRST TWO BEERS
Brewing collective Smoldered Society, an imprint of Community Beer Works, have dropped their first two beers, Better Lagers, a collaboration with hardcore upstarts Better Lovers, and Battery In A Sock, a collab with Florida’s Unseen Creatures Brewery.
RESURGENCE BREWING, HAPPY SHERPA TEAM ON BEER TRIP
Resurgence Brewing and Happy Sherpa Travel Co. are teaming up to present a special beer trip to Germany and Czechia, May 11-19, 2024. The trip features two nights in Bamberg, one night in Pilsen,and four nights in Prague with day trips in Kutna Hora, and lunch with NY Times Travel Writer/Master Cicerone Evan Rail in Prague.
MEET THE BREWER NIGHT AT JOHNSON’S LANDING
Hamburg’s newest brewery, Johnson’s Landing, is hosting a special Meet the Brewer Night with head brewer Alex Wendley on January 17 (6-8pm). The event is the perfect opportunity to meet the brewer himself, ask questions, hear fascinating stories, gain insight into the art of brewing, and sample Johnson’s Landing beer with Wendley leading a curated tasting session. Tickets are $33.85 (includes taxes and fees) and includes 4 beer tastings, food and Johnson’s Landing custom growler.
BUFFALO BREWING RELEASE HALF & HALF CANS, MAGNUM BOTTLES
Buffalo Brewing Company have release a trio of beers in magnum sized bottles – Manru Lager, 1976 Grodziskie and 1977 Barrel Aged Barleywine, along with Schreiber’s Half and Half, a blended ale consisting of Manru Ale and Schreiber’s Porter in equal parts, a complex blend of both beers.
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Publish Date: 12/22/2023
Santora’s Pizza Pub and Grill and 1927 Brew House are following up their Stout Flight Week with a new flight of pilot New England IPAs.
Big Ditch is dropping a pair of beers this Friday, Nog Holiday Ale and the returning Citraburner IPA.
It’s A Very Mafia Christmas at Resurgence Brewing
Resurgence Brewing and Hartman’s Distilling are teaming up to host the Ultimate Bills themed Christmas Party on December 16 – an evening of live music, Christmas sweater contests, drinks, vendors, giveaways, and more.
Hofbrauhaus is hosting a holiday beer pairing dinner on December 14 (6:30pm).
On December 23, One-Eyed Cat Brewing is filling the brewery with joy and holiday cheer. There will be live music from Cami Clune (3-6pm), Santa will stop by for a visit (4-6pm), there will be a hot chocolate station, assortments of cookies, each of which can be paired with your favorite OECB brews, mulled wine and Pork Bellies BBQ on the menu.
The 2024 Art of Beer will return to the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center on March 1. The 16th annual event will feature beer, wine, cider, culinary pairings, and live entertainment on five stages.
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Publish Date: 12/16/2023
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Publish Date: 12/8/2023
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Publish Date: 12/2/2023
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Publish Date: 11/25/2023
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Publish Date: 11/17/2023
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Publish Date: 11/11/2023
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Publish Date: 10/27/2023
This week, Brian flies solo and talks about new releases and events. Apologies for the lateness.
LAFAYETTE BREWING TO CLOSE, NYBP BEER LODGE, RESURGENCE IPAS, TAP & CRAFT FEST, 42 NORTH 8TH ANNIVERSARY, OKTOBERFEST AT THE TERMINAL, AUTUMN CIDER FESTIVAL
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Publish Date: 10/23/2023
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Publish Date: 10/13/2023
On this week's episode, Scott is flying alone. We talk about all the things happening in the Buffalo beer scene this weekend, including new beer releases, events, and the opening of Avon NY's Mortalis Brewing on Niagara Street.
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Publish Date: 9/29/2023
On this week's Beer Buzz Scott talks about the stories you can find at BuffaloBeerBuzz.com
To read all about it, head over to BuffaloBeerLeague.com or StepOutBuffalo.com
This week's stories:
WNY Beer Week, Moe’s Pop Up, Okto-Purr-Fest, Pumkingfest, Harvest & Hops Fest, New Beers At Windy Brew, Eli Fish & CBW, Mini-blue Monk Fest, Fall Fiasco
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Publish Date: 9/22/2023
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Publish Date: 9/21/2023
On this weeks episode, we check out these stories from BuffaloBeerLeague.com
Steel Leaf ‘Duff-alo’ Beer, Beer Keep Anniversary, Queen City Meadery To Expand, Mystic Hills To Open, Flying Bison German Beer Month, Clarksburg Cider Fest
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Publish Date: 9/9/2023
RAISE A TOAST DURING BUFFALO BEER GEEKS ANNIVERSARY WEEK
The Buffalo Beer Geeks Facebook group is celebrating their 11th anniversary with BBG Anniversary Week, September 7-16. The special week kicks off with the official Opening Gala at the Yelling Goat. Tickets are $25 and include first beer, door prizes, raffles and appetizers.
Santora’s Pizza Pub and Grill and 1927 Brew House are doing Oktoberfest up in style this year with a concert and mini-beer festival on September 9 (4-7pm). Tickets are $40 ($45 day of) and include live music from the Strictly Hip, free souvenir tasting glass, German food, beer tastings from Woodcock Brothers, Pearl Street, Lafayette Brewing, Spotted Octopus, Windy Brew, Resurgence, Pressure Drop, Thin Man, 42 North and cider from BlackBird Cider, lawn games, free liquor and wine tastings, giveaways and more. You can purchase tickets here.
Hofbrauhaus’ monthly keg tapping series continues on September 7 with their Oktoberfestbier. This full bodied beer is brewed with special Bavarian hops and malt variations to create notes of toasted malt sweetness, fruity hops and spice. Die Haus Band will lead the Barrel Tapping Parade at 6pm before a ceremonial barrel of Oktoberfestbier is tapped. All those in attendance will receive a complimentary beer after the barrel is tapped. Reservations are recommended and can be made online at www.hofbrauhausbuffalo.com or by calling 716-939-BEER.
Western New York’s newest brewery, Shalooby Loofer Brewing, will officially open their doors at 10737 Main Street in Clarence on September 1 (6pm). The event will feature live music from Cameron Markott and food from the Cheesy Chick food truck. They will have a number of their own beers on tap, including Seriously Black Stout, Spellbrowned Brown Ale, Borloug the Bitter Hazy Pale Ale, Alchemist Ale, Apeachiate Cream Ale, Cauldron Cream Ale, Presto Pilsner, and Berries Gone Sour, a collaboration with One-Eyed Cat Brewing.
Belt Line Brewery has tapped a new pale ale, Belt Line Pale (Kiwi Edition), which can be found on tap exclusively at their Swan Street taproom. The latest entry in the brewery’s rotational pale ale series features NewZilla, a new blend from New Zealand, and Mosaic Cryo hops to create tropical fruit and citrus aromas and notes of lemon, lime, stone fruit, figs, apricot, peach, gooseberry, and orange.
Just in time for the new Buffalo Bills season, Windy Brew and Tailgate.Beers have once again partnered on Game Day Pilsner, a traditionally lagered pilsner with Motueka hops. Game Day Pils can be found on draft and in cans to-go at the brewery right now.
Starting on September 1, the brewery will host Lockhouse Distilling for cocktail tastings and DJ Stone from 8-11pm. Then Saturday, Sept. 2 is 90’s night (8-11pm), with a special viewing of “Clueless” with 90’s music all night. Then, on Sunday, Brazen will host Peg’s Hardware for a Forever Banded pop up. There will be food and drink specials all weekend, along with the release of Peregrination Vol. IV, an 11% maple syrup imperial stout aged in Hartman’s bourbon barrels.
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Publish Date: 9/1/2023
I know it's super late and I'm super sorry, but here is last week's Buffalo Beer Buzz!
FEATURING: Dude’s Homebrew, New Beers At 12 Gates & CBW, K2 Brothers In Buffalo, Windy Brew In Batavia, Shalooby Loofer Soft Opening, Johnson’s Landing Brewery Opens.
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Publish Date: 8/25/2023
TICKETS REMAIN FOR FIRST EVER FROTH FEST
Froth Fest 2023 will take place at Island Park in Williamsville on August 12. The event will feature more than 25 local breweries, local food, and live music from The Strictly Hip. The beer tasting portion of Froth Fest, 12:30-3:30pm, is ticketed. General admission tickets are $60 and VIP tickets are $100. VIP includes early access, exclusive Liquid Lollipop release, and custom glassware. Froth Fest will take place from 12-10pm and live music, food, and Froth beer trailers will be open to the public for free.
ONE-EYED CAT BREWING DROPS FIRST CANNED BEER
Williamsville’s One-Eyed Cat Brewing has released their first ever beer in cans – Helles Belles, a light and crisp 5.1% Munich Helles-style lager with notes of bready malt, an underlying hop bitterness and a slightly dry finish. Helles Belles is available in 16oz. 4-pack cans at the brewery right now for $14.99.
VIP CRAFT BEER FUNDRAISER AT BUFFALO WING FEST
This year’s Buffalo Wing Festival, which takes place on September 2, will feature a craft beer VIP experience. Breweries include 42 North Brewing, Steelbound Brewing, Ellicottville Brewing, Resurgence Brewing and more. Tickets are $75 and include admission to Wingfest, access to the Buffalo Bills field, $15 in wing/food tickets, craft beer tastings for two hours, souvenir plate and tasting cup and a free bottle of Dan-O’s seasoning.
RESURGENCE BREWING PLANS LAGER RELEASE, BLOOD BROTHERS COLLAB
Resurgence Brewing is bringing back their I Want My WNY Lager on August 18 (5pm), an American-style light lager with slightly sweet notes of corn. The beer will be available on draft and in 16oz. 4-pack cans to go. For the release, there will also be a Buff-a-logo pop-up shop at Resurgence’s Chicago St. taproom. The following day, on August 19 (12pm) Resurgence will release Little Brother West Coast IPA, a collaboration with Toronto’s Blood Brothers Brewing. This sessionable West Coast IPA is the little brother of Bigger Brother IPA, a 6.5% IPA with Idaho 7, El Dorado and Strata hops, which was brewed at Blood Brothers. Little Brother will be available on tap and in 16oz. 4-packs cans to go.
STEEL LEAF BREWING TO HOST SPECIAL MOE’S POP-UP TAVERN
Come September, Steel Leaf Brewing will be transformed into Moe’s Tavern from The Simpsons. From Sept. 8-17, a portion of the brewery will become everyone’s favorite dank pit watering hole from the populated animated series, complete with iconic front entrance and bar. This is a ticketed event and limited and timed tickets must be purchased in advance online. The event will feature an exclusive food menu, as well as a special beer brewed for the event by Steel Leaf. Costumes are encouraged. For more information, visit moespopup.com
BILLS-THEMED BEERS RETURNS AHEAD OF START OF PRESEASON
Just in time for the start of the Buffalo Bills preseason this Saturday against the Indianapolis Colts, a number of Bills-themed beers have returned to brewery and store shelves across Western New York. In addition to staples such as Thin Man Pills Mafia and Community Beer Works Let’s Go Pils, Resurgence Brewing Circle the Wagons Pilsner & IPA, Ellicottville Brewing The Herd Crushable Lager and Fan Zone IPA, Flying Bison Buffalo Pils, Big Ditch Make Me Wanna Stout and No Punts Intended Pilsner, Brickyard Brewing Number 14 East Coast IPA and Number 17 West Coast IPA, 12 Gates Pancho’s Legacy Lager, and Steelbound Brewery AllenTown IPA to name a few. Southern Tier’s flagship IPA even got a red, white and blue can art makeover for the new season. Look for these beers wherever great beer is sold.
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Publish Date: 8/13/2023
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Publish Date: 8/4/2023
This week, we're drinking a Fan Zone IPA from Ellicottville Brewing. Formally "Tailgate Time IPA", this re-branding is still the same recipe we fell in love with last year. Quite possibly the best beer Ellicottville makes, and based on their portfolio, that's high praise for this Football-Season staple. Grab one wherever great beer is sold.
Also, check out Marc from Mount Morris's suggestion from Underground Beer Labs called Variance: Nectaron. You can call in and let us know you're favorite beer this week at (716) 486-BEER (2337).
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Publish Date: 8/1/2023
Pressure Drop Brewing is now on the market. The sale includes the operation, equipment and furnishings at its two locations in Buffalo, including the brewery on Vandalia St. and the pub on Elmwood Ave. Inquiries can be submitted via pressuredropbrewers.com/news.
August 3 marks National IPA Day and a number of local breweries are celebrating, including Eli Fish in Batavia and Southern Tier in Buffalo. The latter will offer $10 IPA flights and $5 IPA crowlers all day long beginning at 11am on Aug. 3, and the former will release a new hazy IPA – The Greatest Of All Warriors, a double dry hopped New England IPA with Rakau and Motueka hops, on Aug. 2. It will be available on draft and in cans to go.
This Saturday, July 29 marks the seventh anniversary of Buffalo Brewing Company and the brewery is celebrating with beer, deep dish pizza from Buffalo Deep Dish, live music from Community Service (2pm) and exclusive merch raffles.
Froth Brewing has teamed up with Buffalo’s own, Def Jam Recording artist Benny the Butcher, on Coconut Key Lime Pie, a new heavily fruited sour ale.
While July may soon be over, there is still time to celebrate Christmas in July and what better place to do so than at Sad Boy Brewing. Bring the entire family on July 29 as none other than Santa Claus will be at the brewery (1-4pm). All night (1-11pm) there will be Christmas music playing, an Ugly Sweater Competition takes place at 9pm and all day long, $1 from every pint sold in the taproom will be donate to Roswell Park.
Hofbrauhaus will debut their newest summer seasonal, Hofbrau Keller, on August 3 (6pm) with help from the Buffalo Beer League, who will serve as celebrity keg tappers for the event. Members of the BBL will lead the ceremonial parade and then will help to tap the keg of Hofbrauhaus’ newest lager. Keller is 5.1%, is brewed with Herkules, Perle, Magnum, and Select hops, and features a hoppy aroma, touch of fruitiness, and a refreshing, subtle hoppy finish. Die Haus Band will take the stage at 6pm. All guests in attendance, 21+, will receive a complimentary Keller after the tapping. For reservations, please visit www.hofbrauhausbuffalo.com or call (716) 939-2337.
While National IPA Day is August 3, Flying Bison Brewing is celebrating the believed beer style all month long as the entire month of August is Hopfest, which will feature IPAs on draft and in cans. The hoppy selection is led by newer offerings, Hazy Chain Pineapple Double IPA (big, hazy and smooth with a slight nose of pineapple) and Down By the River IPA (Belgian style IPA featuring Cascade, Chinook, Centennial and Idaho 7 hops fermented with Belgian Ardennes yeast), and also features hoppy brews such as HopCat IPA, Jucie Caboose and DubMaster DDH IPA, on draft. The brewery will also have their Buffalo Kush DIPA in cans (big hop rush featuring Simcoe, Mosaic and Columbus hops).
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Publish Date: 7/28/2023
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Publish Date: 7/25/2023
There's some big news this week. You can always find big news at BuffaloBeerLeague.com
In this week's Buffalo Beer Buzz episode, Scott flies solo and re-records to include news about Pressure Drop.
Western New York’s newest brewery, Shalooby Loofer Brewing, will officially open its doors at 10737 Main Street in Clarence on September 1.
While 42 North Brewing and Ellicottville Brewing are 42 miles apart, they have come together to brew a special New York State Pale Ale to highlight the popular EA2EVL Fondo bike ride, a 42-mile ride that supports the Erie Cattaraugus Rails-to-Trails project.
Buffalo’s Top Dog and Coolest Cat will be celebrated at the annual Resurgence to the Rescue pet-friendly party on July 23 (12pm) at Resurgence Brewing.
Resurgence will also debut a pair of collaborations with Auburn’s Prison City Pub & Brewery, 4AM in Buffalo Gose, Strawberry Margarita and Lime Margarita, on July 22 (12pm) at Resurgence in the Park at Delaware Park.
Local rock and soul band Farrow will headline Jam in the Gardens at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens on July 20 (5pm).
For this year’s EVA’s Bidwell Concert Series, Thin Man Brewery and the Elmwood Village Association have collaborated on a new beer, Forever Elmwood West Coast IPA.
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Publish Date: 7/21/2023
A brand new podcast that will come to you once a week (eventually on it's own feed) all about The Best Beer I Drank This Week!
We drink a bunch of local beer and we want to let you know what we're currently loving!
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Publish Date: 7/18/2023
Brian flies alone! As always, check out the Weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz at Buffalo.Beer
This week's stories:
Citing changes in the craft beer industry brought on by the COVID pandemic, Thin Man Brewery’s Elmwood taproom, their headquarters for the last seven years, has closed its doors. While the brewery will remain in operation for beer production, the kitchen and taproom will close. “The last seven years at Elmwood have been full of great times, amazing people, and so much more,” the brewery said. “On behalf of the staff here at Thin Man, we are beyond grateful to our patrons, friends, and family for all the support we’ve had by our side.” Thin Man’s Chandler Street taproom will remain open as usual.
Look for a longer-form article coming soon on BuffaloBeerLeague.com
On July 14, Thin Man will release a special collaboration with Vermont’s Von Trapp Brewing, Northeast Light, a light, grassy and slightly crackery American lager. The beer will be available on draft and in 12oz. cans to go.
Named and brewed in honor of Buffalo winning the award given to the snowiest city in upstate New York for a second straight year, Buffalo Brewing Company will release Golden Snowball Cream Ale on July 13.
Larkin’s Magic Bear Beer Cellar have teamed up with Lilly Belle Meads for their latest collaboration, BEARy Peach Sangria, a white peach sangria style mead with apricot, pear, strawberry, and blueberry, with a hint of mint, which will be released at Magic Bear on July 14 (5pm).
The 2023 Cobblestone Live Music & Arts Festival, which takes place July 14-15 in downtown Buffalo’s Cobblestone District, will feature a host of local craft beer and cider options.
Big Ditch’s flagship session IPA, Dayburner, took home a gold medal at the recent 2023 U.S. Open Beer Championship in the Light IPA / Session IPA category.
It’s that time of year again – time to gather together in the woods and toast giant mugs of traditional German beer. Yes, you guessed it – it’s once again time for Waldfest, the annual Festival in the Woods, which takes place on July 16, 12-7pm, at Spring Garden Park (3838 Two Rod Road, East Aurora).
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Publish Date: 7/18/2023
On this week's Buffalo Beer Buzz, we talk: Weirdly Wonderful Postponed, Beer Kind Indiegogo, Hofbrauhaus Pils, Bricks & Brews, Eli Fish Carnival, Pressure Drop IPA Talk.
As always, you can find all of the stories at BuffaloBeerLeague.com or StepOutBuffalo.com OR you can always go to BuffaloBeerBuzz.com for this week's article and the archive of past articles.
INAUGURAL WEIRDLY WONDERFUL BEER FESTIVAL POSTPONEDThin Man’s inaugural Weirdly Wonderful Beer Festival, which was set to take place July 22 at Front Park, has been postponed due to ‘unforeseen circumstances.’
IPA BEER TALK WITH KARL KOLBE AT PRESSURE DROP BREWINGOn July 15 (3-5pm), you can spend an afternoon with Pressure Drop Brewing head brewer Karl Kolbe as he guides a small group (seats limited to 20) through six different hop-forward beers, going over the brewing process, ingredients, branding, and more.
HOFBRAUHAUS TO TAP PILSNEROn July 6, Hofbrauhaus Buffalo will hold a keg tapping of their Pilsner beer with special celebrity keg tappers Jim and Mary Ann Sandoro of The Buffalo Transpiration Pierce Arrow Museum, who will be chatting the Thomas Flyer, which will be on display at the museum until August 6.
THE ELI FISH BREWING CARNIVAL IS COMING TO TOWNEli Fish is once again taking over Batavia’s Jackson Square for the 2023 Eli Fish Carnival on July 8 (4pm). The event will feature plenty of Eli Fish beer, a trio of new seltzers (Bomb Pop, Blue Hawaiian, Red Gatorade), craft vendors, dunk tank, carnival food and drinks, Knoggle, cornhole, live music from Jim E. Leggs Trio (4pm) and The Real News (7pm) and more.
BEER KIND BREWING LAUNCHES NEW INDIEGOGO CAMPAIGNBeer Kind Brewing, a new brewery-in-planning in the Town of Tonawanda, has launched a new Indiegogo campaign with a goal of $15,000. Money raised will go towards furnishing the taproom with tables, games, TVs, and communal-style seating.
10TH ANNUAL BRICKS & BREWS AT FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S MARTIN HOUSEEnjoy craft brews, food trucks, and live music on the grounds of the Martin House estate at the 10th annual Bricks & Brews, which returns on July 7 (6pm). The event will feature beer sampling from 25 Western New York breweries and cideries, live music from PA Line, and food from Coyote Café and KT Caribbean Cuisine food trucks.
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Publish Date: 7/7/2023
We're live at Nickel City BrewZ in Depew/Lancaster for The 2023 Buffalo Beer Geeks Scavenger Hunt Launch Party!
This week it's Scott, Brian, and Jesse and we're going through this week's Buffalo Beer Buzz, found at BuffaloBeerLeague.com with stories about:
SHALOOBY LOOFER BREWING LOOKING TO OPEN THIS SUMMERShalooby Loofer Brewing, a new brewery located at 10737 Main Street in Clarence, has announced tentative plans to open by the end of July.
BEER KIND BREWING COMING TO TONAWANDABeer Kind Brewing, a new brewery venture from Alex & Jen Buckley, has announced plans to open in the Town of Tonawanda. The brewery will operate with a 5-barrel brewing system, a self-pour tap wall including craft beer, seltzers, New York State wine, liquor, cider, non-alcoholic beverages, and a light snack menu to start.
RESURGENCE BREWING ACQUIRES BLACKBIRD CIDER WORKSResurgence Brewing has acquired the Blackbird Cider Works brand from Donovan Orchards, LLC. According to a press release, this acquisition represents Resurgence’s commitment to diversifying and expanding its craft beverage offerings.
42 NORTH BREWING TO OPEN SECOND LOCATION DOWNTOWNEast Aurora’s 42 North Brewing have announced plans to open a second location in the theatre district in downtown Buffalo at 674 Main Street, on the 3,500-square-foot ground floor of the Wurlitzer Flats building.
BIG DITCH PLANS TRIPLE CAN RELEASE FOR HOLIDAY WEEKENDBig Ditch Brewing is holding a triple can release, with two returning favorites and a new IPA. Returning are Stark White Dad Shoes IPA, brewed with New Zealand Riwaka and Australian Galaxy hops, and Cannon Call New England-style Double IPA, brewed with Mosaic, Nelson Sauvin, Idaho 7, and Simcoe hops. New this weekend is 6 Million Acres West Coast IPA, which features firm bitterness, citrusy and earthy flavors, and a smooth finish.
ERIE COUNTY FAIR BEER & CIDER AVAILABLE BEGINNING THIS WEEKThis year’s Erie County Fair Beer, Hamburg Brewing Sticky Face, and cider, BlackBird Cider Summer Cider, will both be available wherever great craft beer and cider are sold beginning this week. Sticky Face, a watermelon wheat ale, will be packaged in 12oz. cans and will be sold in 6-packs at Tops Friendly Markets, Consumer’s Beverages and other retail outlets. The Erie County Fair Summer Cider, which features flavors of locally-grown apples, loganberry and tart cherry, will be sold in 12oz. 4-pack cans at Tops Friendly Markets, Consumer’s Beverages and other retail outlets.
FLYING BISON CELEBRATES BELGIAN BEER MONTHFlying Bison is kicking off their month-long Belgian Beer Month Celebration on July 1. They are celebrating with their Belgian White, a Belgian wheat ale spiced with coriander and orange peel, and Down by the River IPA, a Belgian style IPA featuring Cascade, Chinook, Centennial and Idaho 7 hops.
1927 BREW HOUSE TO LAUNCH NEW SELTZER LINE, DROPS NEW BEERS1927 Brew House is launching a new line of 1927 Brew House Seltzers, including Loganberry, Watermelon, Peach and Guava. The brewery has also released a pair of new fruited sours – Strawberry Rhubarb Sour and Cherry Pomegranate Sour. The former is an American kettle sour with bold, tart notes of cherry and pomegranate, while the latter is a lightly tart kettle sour with strawberry rhubarb notes.
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Publish Date: 6/30/2023
On this week's podcast, we go through the week's Buffalo Beer Stories courtesy of Brian Campbell from The Buffalo Beer League. As always, you can find info at BuffaloBeerLeague.com
FIRST EVER FROTH BREWING FROTH FEST COMING TO WILLIAMSVILLE
Froth Brewing’s inaugural beer festival, Froth Fest 2023, will take place at Island Park in Williamsville on August 12. The event will feature more than 25 local breweries, local food, and live music from The Strictly Hip.
BTR BREWS TO SHOW DOWN MAIN ST. FOR KICKOFF TO SUMMER
BTR Brews are shutting down Main St. on June 17 for their second annual Kick Off to Summer, which will feature craft beers, vendors, food trucks and live music. The event is free and drink ticket sheets are $20. There will be beer from Community Beer Works, Resurgence, Froth, Southern Tier, Ellicottville Brewing and more, live music by The Strictly Hip and Doubleshot, and food from Yankee BBQ, Coyote Cafe, Buffalo Bros., and more. There will also be a hot dog sale to benefit Buddy’s Second Chance Rescue, pretzel necklaces to benefit the Seneca Girls LAX Team, and more.
TICKETS REMAIN FOR RHYTHM AND BREWS BENEFIT AT KLEINHANS
A limited amount of tickets still remain for Rhythm and Brews at Kleinhans Music Hall on June 16. The event will feature beer from 13 local breweries and cideries, cuisine from Oliver’s, Britesmith, Creekview Restaurant, and Marcato by Oliver’s, and live music by My Cousin Tone’ and The John Bacon Quintet.
TICKETS ON SALE FOR 2023 BALLPARK BREWBASH
While the 2023 Ballpark BrewBash at Sahlen’s Field is still a few months away (September 16), tickets are on sale now at all Consumer’s Beverages locations. General admission tickets are $35 and VIP tickets are $75. Consumer’s is currently running a special offer – purchase either a GA or VIP ticket and receive a Buffalo Bisons game flex ticket, $9 coupon for Sahlen’s Premium Meats Field Craft Corner and $10 gift card to Consumer’s.
BREWED & BOTTLED TO HOST WANDERING GYPSY CASK TAPPING
Wandering Gypsy Brewing will tap a cask of their Good Energy IPA at Brewed & Bottled Craft Beer Shop in Lewiston on June 17 (12pm). The cask, brewed by former Brickyard Brewing head brewer John Paul Meteer, who is currently brewing for Wandering Gypsy while building out his own brewery in Niagara Falls, Hammer & Crown, is a juicy, bitter and refreshing hazy IPA that’s triple dry hopped with Mosaic hops.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE DUDE’S HOMEBREW COMPETITION
Calling all homebrewers! Registration is now open for the 9th annual The Dude’s Homebrew Competition, which raises money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. This year’s event will be on August 20 (12-3pm) at Resurgence Brewing, where homebrewers will serve samples of their beer to attendees, who will vote for their favorite beer, which will be judged by a panel of local brewers. The winners will then get to brew their entry at Resurgence.
INAUGURAL WEIRDLY WONDERFUL BEER FEST COMING TO BUFFALO
The inaugural Weirdly Wonderful Beer Festival on July 22 (12pm), presented by Thin Man Brewery, will feature more than 60 breweries from all over the globe, showcasing their wares at Front Park. Beer will be available from Brouwerij 3 Fonteinen, Aslin, 450 North, Bellwoods, Carton, Seven Island Brewery, Sloop Brewing, Allagash, 3 Sons Brewing, Dancing Gnome, and more.
RESURGENCE BREWING, K2 BROTHERS TEAM ON NEW FRUITED SOUR
Resurgence and K2 have joined forces on Pie Smash Sour, a fruited sour with strawberry rhubarb and banana cream pie flavors. The beer will be released on June 17 (12pm) at Resurgence in the Park at the Parkside Lodge in Delaware Park.
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Publish Date: 6/16/2023
Buffalo Beer Buzz: West Shore, Rusty Nickel Merge, New Beer At 12 Gates, West Shore & Big Ditch, Pints In The Park, Brickyard Can Sale, NYSBA Design Contest
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WEST SHORE BREWING, RUSTY NICKEL BREWING TO MERGEAfter closing their Clarence taproom, West Shore Brewing Company announced that they are merging with West Seneca’s Rusty Nickel Brewing Company. The new partnership will expand distribution for both breweries, according to Rusty Nickel president Jason Havens, who made the announcement at their 8th anniversary party.
On June 10, West Shore’s Lake to Rail Citrus Lager will serve as the centerpiece for a fundraising event for the Flour-by-Rail Legacy Project at Duende Silo City. The event features tours of the grounds and boxcar, West Shore beers, live music, and more. Tickets for unlimited beer are $25 online and at the door, or you can just show up and enjoy the day a la carte.
Leshen, the latest release in 12 Gates’ Monsters & Myths Hazy IPA series, will be released on June 9 (12pm). The hazy IPA is 6% and is brewed with Azacca, Citra, Mosaic, and Simcoe hops. Taken from ancient Slavic mythology, the Leshen is depicted as a malevolent and powerful woodland spirit believed to have control over the forest and its inhabitants, including animals and lesser forest spirits.
Resurgence Brewing and 42 North Brewing will once again take part in the Erie County Parks Department Pints in the Park Program, which features pop-up beer gardens across the Erie County Park System throughout the summer and fall.
Big Ditch Brewing and Explore Buffalo have teamed up on History Buff, a German-style Kolsch, to celebrate Explore Buffalo’s tenth anniversary tour season. The beer is slightly fruity, slightly bready, and refreshing. A portion of proceeds will be donated to Explore Buffalo.
The New York State Brewers Association is hosting an artwork contest for the design of the 4th Annual New York State Pint Days Glass. Each year’s glass features a unique design that celebrates NYS craft beer. Entries will be accepted until June 18 before being narrowed down to the top 2-3 designs. Then, a public vote will take place to determine the winning design.
To make room for more beer, Brickyard Brewing is holding a special can inventory clearance sale at their Lewiston taproom. As part of the sale, the brewery is offering $10 4-packs of Fiji Mermaid, a guava, pineapple and coconut sour, BerryBerry NannerNanner, a berry, guava and banana smoothie sour, Under the Bridge, a dry-hopped West Coast IPA brewed with El Dorado, Amarillo, and Chinook hops, and Irish Goodbye Red Ale.
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Publish Date: 6/9/2023
In this week's Buffalo Beer Buzz and The WNY Brews podcast, we talk about:
Resurgence in the Park, Resurgence Brewing’s seasonal pop-up at the Parkside Lodge in Delaware Park, is now open for the season. Also, Resurgence’s annual Pints in the Park campaign returns June 2-3 at Chestnut Ridge Park. It is the first event of their near weekly pop-up beer gardens in different parks throughout Western New York. Get the full schedule here
RUSTY NICKEL BREWING’S 8TH ANNIVERSARY PARTYOn June 3, you can help Rusty Nickel Brewing celebrate 8 years with 8 beer releases, live music from UnderCover, food by Yankee BBQ, drink specials, including beer slushies, lawn games and more. This event is free and reservations can be made for the seating area under their covered pergola with views of the band, here.
THE HEAVIEST DAYS OF MAPLE COMING TO ELI FISH THIS WEEKENDBatavia’s Eli Fish Brewing will host The Heaviest Days of Maple on June 3, a special tap takeover which features 2022 Barrel Aged Heavy Maple (10% Waterless Wee Heavy with Maple Sap & Syrup) and Rauchy Maple (10.5% Smoked Waterless Wee Heavy with Maple Sap & Syrup), along with 2023 Autumn Maple (limited release until fall).
HOFBRAUHAUS TO TAP HOPFEN WEIZEN FOR JUNEHofbrauhaus Buffalo will tap their Hopfen Weizen on June 1 (7pm). If you’re new to this style, expect a hazy beer with a thick white head, super fruity and tropical aromas, slight pithy orange / pineapple juice taste and clean bitterness on the end.
NYBP WALTER’S JELLY DONUT RETURNS FOR NATIONAL DONUT DAYNew York Beer Project’s Walter’s Jelly Donut will make a return June 2 (11am) just in time for National Donut Day.
SUMMER SOLSTICE IS BACK AT THIN MAN BREWERYAfter taking a few years off, Thin Man’s summer street festival, Summer Solstice, returns to Elmwood on June 17 (12pm). General admission tickets ($25) include access to festival grounds and first floor of taproom, as well as a commemorative glass and first beer, VIP tickets ($75) include access to festival grounds, first and second floors of taproom, commemorative glass, first beer, food ticket, and three beer tickets, and Executive VIP tickets ($150) include access to festival grounds, first and second floors of taproom, private second floor patio, commemorative glass, open bar (noon-8pm), and open food package. You can purchase tickets here.
42 NORTH ANNOUNCES 2023 SUMMER TAP TREKKER TOUR42 North Brewing is hitting the road this summer at regional parks and outdoor venues with events featuring the 42 North Tap Trekker, as well as food trucks and musicians from throughout the region. The tour will visit Erie County Parks with a series of “Pints in the Park” events, the first event of which will take place June 3 at Sprague Brook Park. There will also be a weekly concert series at Cazenovia Park. More information and a full-schedule can be found at www.42northbrewing.com or by following 42 North on Facebook.
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Publish Date: 6/2/2023
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CLARKSBURG CIDER TO THROW 2ND ANNUAL CIDER FEST
Clarksburg Cider is hosting their second annual Cider Fest, an afternoon of cider, spirit, beer and mead tasting, live music, and food, on May 13 (2-6pm).
MOSAIC SCREAMER RETURNS TO PRESSURE DROP THIS WEEKENDThis weekend, Pressure Drop Brewing will bring back Mosaic Screamer, a Mosaic hopped variant of their Citra Screamer Cream Ale. The Mosaic version is as crushable as its Citra counterpart; a light-bodied, crisp and clean hopped cream ale with notes of overripe grapefruit, a touch of dank and low bittering.
WAYLAND BREWING COMPANY OPENS IN ORCHARD PARK
Wayland Brewing, a new campus-style brewery located in Orchard Park at 3740 N. Buffalo Street, is now open. We talk about the campus which we visited for the first time on Thursday.
BUFFALO OLDE BREWERY OPENS IN LOVEJOY
Housed in the former Olde Theater Building and HopfStar Theater originally built in 1890, Buffalo Olde Brewery is Buffalo’s newest brewery, located at 1221 E. Lovejoy St.
BUFFALO BREWING COMPANY OWNER WINS PRESERVATION AWARD
Buffalo Brewing Company owner John Domres has won the 2023 Emerging Preservationist Award from Preservation Buffalo Niagara for his work to preserve and renovate the former Schreiber Brewery building.
RESURGENCE BREWING, SPOT COFFEE TEAM UP ON NEW BEERResurgence Brewing and SPoT Coffee have collaborated on Resurgence SPoT Hefeweizen, which will be available in cans at Resurgence and other participating retailers, as well as on tap at select bars.
BIG DITCH BREWING 8TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY
Big Ditch is turning 8 and is celebrating on May 18 (5pm) with beer, food and cocktail specials, live music, prizes, giveaways and more. Along with their regular draft list, there will be 4 anniversary beers on tap, including 8th Anniversary French Toast Imperial Stout (10% ABV), Strawberry Vision Sour Fruit Beer, Basically Juice Double IPA (9% ABV), Salted Watermelon Cucumber Seltzer and Double Dry Hopped Little Waves Lager (Nelson Sauvin hops). There will be free limited edition t-shirts for the first 75 guests, raffles (one entry with every beer) and live music from JJ Moscato. The event is free and open to the public.
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Publish Date: 5/12/2023
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NEW BEER AT SOUTHERN TIER & 12 GATES, CBW ELMWOOD TAPROOM, NYS CRAFT BREWERS FEST, KEGS & EGGS, STEELBOUND ANNIVERSARY, THIN MAN DESIGN CONTEST
SOUTHERN TIER BREWING TO RELEASE NEW SUMMER VARIETY PACK
Southern Tier Brewing is thinking about the warmer weather with their new Summer Variety Pack, which features four new wheat ales with flavors of mango, raspberry, grapefruit and blueberry. Read More Here
COMMUNITY BEER WORKS TO OPEN NEW TAPROOM ON ELMWOOD
Community Beer Works has announced plans to open a second location at 976 Elmwood Avenue later this year. The new location will be located on the corner of Elmwood and Bidwell Parkway. Read More Here
NEW YORK STATE CRAFT BREWERS FEST RETURNS TO CANALSIDE JUNE 24
The New York State Craft Brewers Festival: Buffalo returns to Canalside on June 24. Read More Here
12 GATES BREWING TAPS EXCLUSIVE NEW PORTER IN ELLICOTTVILLE
12 Gates Brewing has tapped their first exclusive beer at 12 Gates of EVL, Peruvian Porter, made with Organic Peruvian Coffee Beans from Ellicottville Coffee Company. Read More Here
STEELBOUND BREWERY 5TH ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND CELEBRATIONS
Steelbound Brewery & Distillery are taking the entire weekend, May 5-6, to celebrate their fifth anniversary. The brewery will introduce two new tequilas for Cinco de Mayo on May 5, Blanco and Reposado, will be giving away free margarita glasses and will have food and drink specials. Read More Here
CINCO DE MAYO KEGS & EGGS AT RESURGENCE BREWING
Spend your Cinco de Mayo with Resurgence Brewing at their Cinco de Mayo Kegs & Eggs on May 5 (10am). Read More Here
DESIGN THE NEXT GREAT THIN MAN BREWERY BEER CAN
Want to have your artwork featured on Thin Man’s next release? The brewery has teamed up with art collective Leftern to offer a shot at having your work on display at their Elmwood taproom and on an upcoming beer label. Read More Here
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Publish Date: 5/5/2023
We are joined by Jason of The Buffalo Brews Podcast and the guys from The Buffalo Beer League on a walk around the recent CollaBEERation 3.0 Festival. The festival, which took place on March 25th at The Powerhouse, served beers that were conceived and brewed in collaboration between the Buffalo Beer Geeks Facebook group and local breweries.
Although the podcast couldn't possibly hit every beer, we talk about a few that tickled our fancy.
This podcast also exists as a video on YouTube.com/WNYBrews
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Publish Date: 4/24/2023
Flying solo this week, but still had to let you know about the week's Buffalo Beer stories! As always you can find them in the Buffalo Beer Buzz
Community Beer Works is turning the ripe old age of 11 and they are celebrating with a day filled with fun and games, live music, great beer and food on April 22 (12pm).
Flying Bison will release their new Buffalo Kush IPA on, not so coincidentally enough, 4/20 (4pm). As you might expect, Buffalo Kush is big, dank and hoppy, clocking in at 8% and 80 IBUs, with notes of tropical fruit and hop bitterness from the heavy additions of American hops. The beer will be available on draft and in 16oz. 4-pack cans and kegs to go.
A limited amount of tickets are still available for Thawfest, which returns to Buffalo Riverworks on April 21. Over 50 local breweries, cideries, distilleries, and wineries will be on hand to samples their newest and most popular brews. Visit http://thawfest.com/ for more information.
On April 22, the Pink Boots Society will release their International Women’s Day brew, Pink Boots Buf Roots Session IPA, at Woodcock Brothers at Wurlitzer (2-6pm). Pink Boots Buf Roots is an easy drinking, citrusy and tropical IPA that features Cascade and the Pink Boots special hop blend. The release party will feature a woman-owned business vendor market to sip, shop and celebrate all Western New York women. A portion of proceeds from Pink Boots Buf Roots will be donated to the Pink Boots Society, a nonprofit organization focused on women in the fermented beverage industry.
With more and more nonalcoholic adult beverages hitting the market, what’s all the hype about? The Buffalo Museum of Science is looking to find out at their next Science After Hours event on April 21 (6-9pm).
In honor of Autism Awareness Month, WNY Beer trail will host the third annual Summit Buffalo fundraiser at Resurgence Brewing on April 22 (12pm). This event is free and will feature live music from Nico Zarcone and raffles for prizes, including autographed Bills jerseys, autographed 8×10’s (Alex Tuch, Stevie Johnson, Taron Johnson), gift baskets, gift cards and more. There will also be a silent auction for a signed Damar Hamlin #3 full size helmet. There will be a special beer for the event as well, Believe in Summit Pilsner, and Resurgence will donate $1 of each pint to the cause.
Allentown’s Spotted Octopus Brewing will celebrate their first anniversary on April 22 (7pm). The party will feature live music from Davey O (7-9pm), food will be available from Under Fire Pizza (3-7pm), drink specials throughout the night and more.
Gowanda Brewing at the Wicked Glen is officially open to the public. The brewery, located at the Wicked Glen in Gowanda, features a 3.5BBL capacity and 7 taps serving their own beer.
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Publish Date: 4/21/2023
HAMBURG BREWING RELEASES BIG LOU DIPA IN 19.2OZ. CANS
Hamburg Brewing is the latest Western New York brewery to join the 19.2oz. arms race with their new Big Lou Double IPA, which is available at Consumer’s Beverages now. Read more here
PRESSURE DROP TO RELEASE NEW WEST COAST & HAZY IPAS
Pressure Drop Brewing is set to drop a new hazy IPA, Auto Flower, on April 15 (11am), and have also teamed up with Brooklyn’s Wild East Brewing on Trouble in Paradise, an 8.7% West Coast-style Double IPA brewed with Simcoe and Citra hops for notes of citrus, pine and tropical fruit. Read more here
SOUR POWER RETURNS TO PIZZA PLANT TRANSIT
Sour Power, Pizza Plant’s annual celebration of all things sour ales, returns to their Transit Road location on April 16. Read more here
12 GATES WILL NOT HOLD ROCK THE GATES FESTIVAL IN 2023
Rock the Gates, 12 Gates Brewing’s annual summer celebration of craft beer, food and live music, will not take place in 2023. Citing the recent opening of their second taproom in Ellicottville, 12 Gates explains that opening a new site requires a lot of time, energy, and attention. Read more here
HOFBRAUHAUS BUFFALO LAUNCHES NEW REWARDS PROGRAM
Hofbrauhaus is the latest Western New York brewery to officially launch an in-house rewards program. After you sign up, you will receive 1 point for every dollar spent at the brewery, and once you hit 100 points, you can redeem your rewards to unlock a $5 bonus. And right now, for a limited time only, you can receive 25 bonus points when you sign up. You will also receive a special birthday bonus after joining. Read more here
LAST CALL FOR BIG DITCH BREWING GALAXY RED IPA
Galaxy Red, Big Ditch’s unique and popular seasonal offering, is going away for good, the brewery announced, adding that “something just as delicious will take its place.” Galaxy Red is a 6.8% India Red Ale brewed with Galaxy hops for notes of sweet malt, pineapple, mango and papaya. Read more here
WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO THAWFEST AT BUFFALO RIVERWORKS
Step Out Buffalo is giving away a pair of general admission tickets to Thawfest 2023, an annual celebration of New York’s breweries, wineries, cideries and distilleries, at Buffalo Riverworks on April 21. To enter, all you need to do is head to Step Out Buffalo’s Instagram page, follow Buffalo Riverworks on Instagram, like the contest post and tag a minimum of three friends in the comments (extra tags are extra entries (unlimited comment tags allowed)). Visit stepoutbuffalo.com/giveaways for more chances to enter this giveaway. The deadline to enter is Monday, April 17.
If you don’t win those tickets, limited amounts are still available for purchase. VIP tickets are $65 (includes buffet-style food, additional bottle and can pours) and general admission tickets are $45. You can visit http://thawfest.com/ to purchase yours today.
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Publish Date: 4/14/2023
Buffalo Beer Buzz: New Releases At Resurgence, Southern Tier & Hamburg, Kegs, Barrels & Crafts, Dyngus Day Celebrations:
Resurgence Brewing has once again teamed up with OnCore Golf and PGA Hope WNY on Smash Factor, a sessionable 5.5% IPA. The beer returns to Resurgence on April 8 (11am) Read more here
Limited tickets still remain for the second annual KBC – Kegs, Barrels, and Crafts, a beer, wine and whiskey event that features more than 40 vendors from Western New York, which takes place April 8 (4-8pm) at 500 Pearl. Read more here
Southern Tier Brewing is doing their best to will on an early summer with the release of Mango Rays Wheat Ale, a light, crisp and refreshing ale that features notes of mango up front with lingering tropical fruit notes, that clocks in at 5%. Mango Rays is available in 6-pack 12oz cans wherever great craft beer is sold. You can also find it on draft at any one of Southern Tier’s taprooms.
Dyngus Day this year is Monday, April 10 and a number of local breweries are celebrating. Read more here
Along with a refresh and rebrand in honor of their 10th anniversary this year, Hamburg Brewing are bringing back a pair of fan favorites to their lineup – Small Town White Ale, a refreshing and approachable unfiltered white ale, and Blackberry Gose, a slightly sweet and extremely crushable sour ale that’s brewed with blackberries, sea salt, and coriander. Both beers are available in 12oz. 6-pack cans wherever great craft beer is sold and on draft at the brewery.
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Publish Date: 4/7/2023
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6 WNY BREWERIES WIN 9 MEDALS AT 2023 NYS CRAFT BEER COMPETITION
We did a whole WNY Brews episode talking about the local winners this past Tuesday. Find it in your podcast feed or here
TAP THAT TAP ROOM SET TO OPEN IN TONAWANDA
Tap That Tap Room, Western New York’s first female-owned self-pour taproom, will open April 1 in Tonawanda at 363 Delaware Ave. Tap That will offer 30 self-serve taps of beer, wine, cider and seltzer, including a variety of local brands, an “elevated” bar food menu that will focus on shareable plates, space to seat 60 people at 15 tables and additional space at a bar rail. Plans also call for a dog-friendly patio out front. The self-pour system allows customers to pour as little as an ounce, and will offer malt beverages and mixed drinks. Owners hope to have a soft opening by late March, with a grand opening April 1. Click here for more
CONSUMER’S BEVERAGES OFFERING FREE BUFFALO BISONS TICKETS
Like craft beer? Planning to catch a Bisons game this season? If you answered yes, then you’re going to want to head to any Consumer’s Beverages location soon. With any purchase of $10 or more, you will receive a free pair of tickets to the Bisons April 4 home opener against the Worcester Red Sox (while supplies last). New this season, the team will offer the Southern Tier Craft Beer Pack, which features 2 undated game tickets and 4 craft beer vouchers, for $53. You can purchase tickets here.
NEW 12 GATES’ MONSTERS & MYTHS IPA COMING
12 Gates latest beer series, Monsters & Myths, which will consist of 6 new hazy IPAs that will be released in collectors’ art cans, continues March 31 with Siren, a 7.1% Hazy IPA packed with Azacca, Citra, Mosaic, and Simcoe hops. Click here for more
HAZELNUT DELUXE IS SOUTHERN TIER’S NEW BLACKWATER SERIES BEER
Southern Tier Brewing’s Blackwater Series continues with the release of Hazelnut Deluxe Imperial Stout, a 10.2% brew with rich nutty notes, chocolate and roasted malts. Look for Hazelnut Deluxe soon wherever great craft beer is sold, at all Southern Tier taprooms, or on tap at your local bar in 4-pack 12oz. bottles and on draft.
HOFBRAUHAUS TO TAP NEW ROYAL EXPORT GOLDEN LAGER
On April 6 (6pm), Hofbrauhaus Buffalo will tap their new Royal Export lager as only they know how – with a traditional parade, barrel tapping and live music. The cast of Drunk Theatre Buffalo will lead the parade, while Die Haus Band takes the main stage (6-9pm). All guests (21+) will receive a complimentary Royal Export pour after the barrel tapping. Royal Export is a golden lager with fruity hop notes and a light bitterness.
SPRING FEVER IN PENNSYLVANIA COMES TO THE BEER KEEP
The best breweries and craft beer from Pennsylvania is taking over all of the taps at The Beer Keep on April 1 (11:30am), including Human Robot, Voodoo Brewing, Imprint Beer, Dancing Gnome, 2SP, Evergrain Brewing, Antifragile Brewing, Forest and Main, Kingview Mead and Grist House. You can find a complete beer list here. There will be plenty of limited release and specialty packaged offerings to consume on site or to-go. This event is free to attend. Limited event poster prints will be available day of for $5.
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Publish Date: 3/31/2023
The NYS Craft Beer Competition, produced by the New York State Brewers Association and Raise a Glass Foundation, is the largest state-level competition in the US and a celebration of the New York State craft beer community. Judging took place in Rochester, NY over the course of 2 days in February. This year 1,350 entries from 189 breweries were judged in 29 categories by qualified industry professionals.
Listen to find out who in Buffalo took home the medals...or...
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Publish Date: 3/29/2023
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CollaBEERation 3.0
CollaBEERation 3.0 will take place March 25 (1pm) at the Powerhouse. General admission tickets are $65 and are on sale here.
SAD BOYS BREWING TO OPEN IN LARKIN NEIGHBORHOOD
Sad Boys Brewing, the brainchild of four homebrewers, John O’Neill, Tyler Randle, Collin Edbauer and Andrew Anderson, will officially open in Larkin at 567 Exchange St. on Wednesday (5pm). Click here for more
RESURGENCE BREWING OFFERS FU AWESOME BREWERY TOURS
You can now tour Resurgence Brewing Company’s Chicago Street facility in style with their new FU Awesome Brewery Tours. Starting March 25, these tours will take place each Saturday at 5pm.. Click here for more
LOCAL BEERS SHINE BRIGHT AT AAF BUFFALO’S ADDYS AWARDS
A number of local beers took center stage at the American Advertising Federation of Buffalo’s ADDYs Awards. Click here for more
GENE MCCARTHY’S TO TAP BEER IN HONOR OF EDWARD M. COTTER CONSERVANCY
On March 24, a day that has been declared Edward M Cotter Day in Buffalo, Gene McCarthy’s / Old First Ward Brewing will tap their special edition Cotter Red Ale (2pm). $1 from every Cotter Red sold will be donated to the Edward M. Cotter Conservancy, an organization comprised of 100% volunteers who all share a love for the fireboat of the same name. For more information, visit www.emcotterconservancy.org.
2023 NYS CRAFT BEER COMPETITION AWARDS SHOW WATCH PARTIES
As the winners of the 2023 NYS Craft Beer Competition are announced on March 24, you can root on your favorite local breweries live with a fresh pint in hand at watch parties at Community Beer Works and Lafayette Brewing Company. If you want to watch from home, you can tune-in to the New York State Craft Beer YouTube channel at 7pm to watch the awards ceremony live.
42 NORTH CELEBRATES MAPLE SEASON WITH TREE TAP MAPLE FEST
On March 25 (12-4pm), 42 North Brewing is teaming up with the Erie County Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department for Tree Tap Maple Fest, which includes guided tours, demonstrations of the maple production process and much more. Click here for more
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Publish Date: 3/24/2023
In this weeks Buffalo Beer Buzz and The WNY Brews podcast, we talk about:
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Publish Date: 3/17/2023
In this weeks Buffalo Beer Buzz and The WNY Brews podcast, we talk about:
Scott also talks about why WingNutz may not be the right type of wing for him (but the lagers at Froth were fantastic)
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Publish Date: 3/10/2023
n this weeks Buffalo Beer Buzz and The WNY Brews podcast, we talk about:
Also, Among the many things you can vote for in The ALL WNY Awards, including best Beef on Weck, Wings, Music Venue, Bands, and Breweries (Listen to this week’s podcast for our feelings about this), you can also vote on Best Local Podcast.
If you wouldn’t mind, please give WNY Brews your consideration, along with friends of the show The Rear View Ramblers, Kate Clark, and Queen City (A Tribute To Queen)
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Publish Date: 3/3/2023
Brian, Jesse, and Scott are joined by Corey Catalano and Matt Kahn from Big Ditch Brewing Company to talk about what makes Hayburner IPA so special. This 7.2% IPA has become Buffalo's favorite craft beer over it's 8-year history. In this episode, we discuss Big Ditch and Hayburners' origin stories and get a little bit into the makeup of the Hayburner process and ingredients.
Want to win a year's supply of Hayburner? Grab a homebrew kit from their Hurron St. location, brew 5 gallons of Hayburner for your self and drop off 3 bottles to Big Ditch before March 31st. More info here:
https://www.bigditchbrewing.com/bigditchbrewing/2022/12/1/hayburner-home-brew-kits
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Publish Date: 2/9/2023
We talk about events the week of February 3rd and on featuring stories about Belgian Beer And Chocolate Fest, Whiskey Riot, Barrel Jam, Brewer’s Invitational, New Big Ditch Lager, Froth 4th Anniversary, Buffalo State Crafts & Corks Program, & Thin Man Renovations.
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Publish Date: 2/4/2023
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This weekend we see new releases from Resurgence, Big Ditch, Thin Man, and Hofbrauhaus Buffalo. We also learn more about 42 North's Barrel Jam and The 4th Annual Brewers Invitational at New York Beer Project.
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Publish Date: 1/27/2023
This week we go through stories from Brickyard, Thin Man, Resurgence, Hofbrauhaus, and more! See all the stories here:
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Publish Date: 1/20/2023
Check out https://buffalobeerleague.com/buffalo-beer-buzz-new-releases-at-magic-bear-x-spotted-octopus-southern-tier-hofbrauhaus-12-gates-of-evl-grand-opening-716-empourium-whiskey-spirits-tasting-flying-bison-groundhog-day-10th-an/ for all of the stories you hear about today!
Stories from Magic Bear, Spotted Octopus, Southern Tier, Hofbrauhaus, 12 Gates, 716 Emporium Whiskey and Spirits Tasting, Flying Bison, and More!
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Publish Date: 1/11/2023
We join John Domres at 662 Fillmore Ave on the site of the former Schreiber Brewing Company. Closed in 1950, the building has certainly seen better days (See some history here https://poloniatrail.com/location/schreiber-brewery/), but John has HUGE plans!
We took a tour and got the full rundown in October 2022. He's brewing in the space now, but we may not get a chance to enjoy the space for the next few years. Until then, enjoy this view into John's mind.
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Publish Date: 1/5/2023
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Publish Date: 11/24/2022
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Publish Date: 11/18/2022
Our first Carcast!
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Publish Date: 11/10/2022
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Publish Date: 11/4/2022
We talk about the bees and happening on this Halloween Weekend in the Buffalo Brewing Scene. For all stories, check out https://buffalobeerleague.com/buffalo-beer-buzz-halloween-celebrations-tap-craft-fest-big-ditch-x-clonakilty-whiskey-abw-beer-advent-box-new-beers-at-42-north-thin-man/
We have new releases from 42 North, Big Ditch (with an Irish distillery), and Thin Man, plus events at MANY local breweries. Tickets still available for this wekedn's Tap and Craft Fest as well!
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Publish Date: 10/27/2022
Our weekly dive into what's happening in The Buffalo Beer Scene includes stories about Steel Leaf, 42 North, The Terrace at Deleware Park, Other Half, Pod City Beer Labs, and the 2023 Trail Pass from WNYBeerTrail.com
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Publish Date: 10/20/2022
BUFFALO BEER BUZZ: SENTIENT & MARQUEE BREWING IN PLANNING, NEW RELEASES AT THIN MAN, LAFAYETTE, PRESSURE DROP, BRICKYARD, ELI FISH WET HOP FEST, RESURGENCE KEGS & EGGS: KC BBQ EDITION
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Publish Date: 10/14/2022
On this week's episode we rundown this week's Buffalo Beer Buzz found here:
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Publish Date: 10/6/2022
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Publish Date: 9/23/2022
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Publish Date: 9/16/2022
We're going through Brian Campbell's Buffalo Beer Buzz found on StepOutBuffalo.com and BuffaloBeerLeague.com. We discuss:
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Publish Date: 9/9/2022
We went down to 50 Elk Street in Buffalo, to an historic grain building to talk to Joel and Dylan Betti about the newly-opened Briar Brothers Brewing Company. We were treated to 7 different offerings from a wide range of styles including not just IPAs, sours, and seltzers, but also a blonde, a brown ale, and an imperial stout. The building itself was beautiful and full of local brewing malt history and the Betti brothers have been hard at work creating a fun atmosphere to compliment the aesthetic. Just minutes from multiple breweries in a 2-square-mile block, take some time this Summer to Check out Briar Brothers Brewing Company.
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Publish Date: 7/5/2022
Dom, Ken, Barb, and many of their friends and family have come together to bring a brewery to Allentown. Located at 41 Edward Street, Spotted Octopus is a comfortable space featuring 12 taps and quirky, upcycled furniture. We sat down with Dom and Ken to talk about a handful of their beers that they hope to have on tap when they open later this Spring.
We talked about how they came up with idea, the name, and the beer styles. We were hit in the face with a peach and pepper beer and warmed with a winter warmer and vanilla porter.
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Publish Date: 3/14/2022
It's been a long time since One Eyed Cat showed up on the scene, and yet, with multiple setbacks, they haven't had a space to show for it. So after years of pop-ups, festivals, events, and any other chance they could use to pour their beers, they have finally landed on Main Street in Williamsville. The Buffalo Beer League and WNY Brews took a ride to the former "Pairings Wine Bar" to see the new home of One Eyed Cat. And a home they found, complete with a living room, bar, and outdoor patio with a fire pit. There's a coziness to the new space that OECB is eager to take advantage of when they open next Spring.
In this episode, we taste some beers, talk about business philosophy, and whatever else pops into our heads while drinking thirteen percenters.
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Publish Date: 11/14/2021
In this episode, we discuss 1976 Godziskie with John Domres from Buffalo Brewing Co.
It's a traditional Polish style made with up to 100% oak-smoked wheat malt. It's a surprisingly refreshing beer on a hot day and a staple of Dyngus Day at Buffalo Brewing Company.
We go over the style, history, name, ingredients, process, and more in this deep-dive into a local favorite. John also shares his brewing philosophy and the future beers from Buffalo Brewing Co.
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Publish Date: 3/25/2021
We get into Bourbon on this episode, featuring Kevin Ford of Buffalo Distilling Company and Drew Hardin of Thin Man. The two of them teach brewing and distilling at Trocaire College https://trocaire.edu/brewing/
We go into what it takes to make a batch of One Foot Cock Bourbon, as well as the specifics of tasting bourbon whiskey. What glass to use, what flavors to look for, ice or no ice, etc. Pour yourself something nice and listen up!
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Publish Date: 1/29/2021
We talk about a BUNCH of topic this week with Adam Burnett, Karl Kolbe, The Buffalo Beer League, and surprise guests. We talk Bills, wrestling, collabs, Batavia, and of course, beer. Find out the story behind "Nobody Likes Josh", what is written on the bottom of the Faded Claus cans, what Adam's IMDB page has to say, and more. Grab a can of Tacky Shrubs and put your headphones on.
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Publish Date: 1/15/2021
The last Time Will Cleveland joined us, we talked about the Rochester Beer Scene heading into the Summer. This time we talk Winter. Flanked by Jesse and Mark of The Buffalo Beer League, we go deep into what's going on in The Flour City.
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Publish Date: 1/2/2021
Brian, Scott, Mark, and Jesse talk about the best beers they've had in 2020. It's obviously been a really weird year, but the beer put out by local breweries during the pandemic has been a bright spot in an other-wise dark time. Some of the highlights include the Resurgence Social Distance Series, Thin Man's Coconut Jenkins, The Simpson Series from West Shore and Eli Fish, and others. It's 45 minutes of reminiscing about the best of the best in 2020.
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Publish Date: 12/3/2020
Karl Kolbe is the head brewer at Pressure Drop brewing. We site down and talk (virtually) about Pressure Drop's handling of the COVID-19 situation, as well as Brickyard Brewing Company's use of the Pressure Drop facility to help keep White Bronco going while they rebuild.
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Publish Date: 7/13/2020
Will Cleveland is the beer editor for Rochester's biggest newspaper, the Democrat and Chronicle. Apart from local news interests, he documents the city's beer rise as Rochester makes a name for itself in the craft beer industry.
Rochester, like Buffalo, has a long tradition of brewing, and is the home of the World-famous Genesee Brewery. In recent years, however, Rochester has seen the growth of local craft breweries as well as the opening of renowned brands in The Flour City.
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Publish Date: 6/19/2020
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Publish Date: 6/7/2020
Rather than chasing the latest NEIPA release every week (Thin Man is still producing crazy good NEIPAs), Thin Man continues to try to brew some different and unexpected flavors. Listen as brewer Rudy Watkins talks me and The BBL through 4 (or 5) heavy hitter from Thin Man.
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Publish Date: 5/29/2020
Resurgence has been crushing it with great beer releases during this quarantine. Their Social Distancing Series is loaded and growing. The BBL is joined by Jeff Ware to talk about what could have been Resurgences "Coming-out Party" year with their new beers and location. Of course 2020 doesn't care how good your beer is, so Resurgence is making due to the best of their abilities.
Bolstered by a good reputation, good product, and excellent service, they're further putting their mark on the Buffalo Beer Scene during this pandemic.
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Publish Date: 5/22/2020
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Publish Date: 5/16/2020
Bobby Rabb has owned Mister Goodbar since 2010 and The Buffalo Beer League has been know to be seen once or twice at this venerable Buffalo Institution.
Even though we can't go to Goodbar during the COVID-19 pandemic, we can still have a good time with some drinks from our own homes. Pour yourself a Chymes and pull up a stool.
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Publish Date: 5/8/2020
Brian Huntley of Short Circuited Brewers joins the Das Hausbrauers to talk electric brewing systems. Have you ever considered going electric? You owe it yourself to subscribe to Short Circuited Brewers on Youtube. Brian and Kelly make videos from their home brewery and help you in wiring, selecting, and using electric brewing systems.
In this episode, we talk Anvil, Grainfather, Brewzilla, Clawhammer and more.
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Publish Date: 4/30/2020
Community Beer Works started back in 2012 a
s one of the first breweries of the Buffalo Beer Renaissance. Originally a collective of homebrewers, CBW has become one of the premier Buffalo breweries.
On this episode with the Buffalo Beer League, we are joined by one of the founders and owners of Community Beer Works: Ethan Cox to reminisce about our favorite CBW beers and event over the past 8 years.
Since we can't hang out on 7th St., or even on Lafayette, join us in this virtual get-together to talk all things Community Beer Works.
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Publish Date: 4/23/2020
Publish Date: 4/16/2020
This is a LONG one.
I think of it like a mullet. I tried to edit it to be a tight discussion at the front and let it flow a little more loose in the back. Thanks to What The Hops and Buffalo Beer Reviews for hanging out at Big Ditch for the shuffleboard tournament to kick off Beer Week.
Buffalo Beer Week is in it's 10th year and we're right in the middle of it right now. Check out BuffaloBeerWeek.com for all the events heading into this weekend!
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Publish Date: 9/19/2019
Bryan Rabe is a homebrewer with over 1300 brews under his belt. He's been trying to emulate brewing styles in Western Europe for many of those brew; which means that he's trying to remove as much oxygen as he can from his process.
In this episode we go through the why, when, and how of brewing with low dissolved oxygen levels.
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Publish Date: 7/30/2019
The Buffalo Beer League offered an invitation to taste Resurgence Brewing imperial Sponge Candy Stouts led by Jeff Ware himself. I would be a fool to turn them down.
I'm glad I joined them as we tried Imperial Sponge Candy Stouts from 2014 through 2018 INCLUDING barrel-aged version of each.
It was a wonderful evening drinking some phenomenal beer. Short version is, if you can get a 2015 Imperial, do it! The 2018 barrel-aged version is pretty awesome too.
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Publish Date: 12/10/2018
Mead is a fermented beverage made from honey and Tricia and Joe Marshall have been working on it for over 10 years. The three that I tried while I was there were phenomenal and one of them was a non-alcoholic soda. It's a family-friendly place with live music right in the Heart of the Village of Lancaster. Find them at LillyBelleMeads.com
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Publish Date: 11/7/2018
What do you know about CO2? We use it to force carb our beer or to serve through a kegging system, but is all CO2 the same? Can you fill it at a welding shop or does it have to be "beverage grade"? Is there even such thing as "Beverage Grade"?
Pamela Irish Bronkie and her family have been providing Buffalo with CO2 for generations and on this episodes she provides answers to all those questions. Let's demystify our favorite bubble-producing gas together.
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Publish Date: 10/23/2018
Check out all of the Buffalo Beer Week Events at www.BuffaloBeerWeek.com
"Celebrating the Evolving History and Continuous Education of our Beloved BeverageBuffalo Beer Week® promotes Buffalo’s growing craft beer culture by sponsoring a ten-day festival in Erie and Niagara counties and Western NY that attracts beer tourism, fosters knowledge of our regional brewing heritage, and serves as a showcase for Buffalo’s breweries, restaurants, pubs, and other businesses with ties to the craft beer community."
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Publish Date: 9/16/2018
On this episode, I chat with Karl Kolbe about Pressure Drop Brewing. Karl is the head brewer/CEO and is cranking out some killer West Coast IPAs. The day I was there he was finishing off a batch of Sticky Trees. If you haven't had it yet, you should seek it out.
It was a really laid-back and nice conversation, proving how awesome the local brewers are.
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Publish Date: 5/19/2018
is a new proposed brewery coming to the North-East suburbs of Buffalo. On this episode, I pulled Sara and Patrick Alexanderson aside up at Santoras Pizza Pub and Grill on Transit Rd to talk about the brewery. They were there along with their partners Bill and Stephanie Beecher to showcase 6 of the beers that they plan to have on tap when they eventually open in the near future.
The event was attended by investors and local beer-lovers and was a great evening of food, beer, and really great conversations.
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Publish Date: 5/8/2018
are two of my favorite events of the year. The local breweries seem to save their special beers and on-offs for these two events in the beginning of the new year.
Beerology is a fundraiser for the Buffalo Museum of Science featuring local and regional craft beer after normal museum hours. My wife, kids, and I love the museum, we're there multiple times a month and even more in the summer, so the first time I went to Beerology it was somewhat surreal to see grown adults, in various levels of inebriation, enjoying the exhibits. It's the kind of event that bring beer-snobs, casual craft-beer lovers, and the Labatt drinkers out in equal force. The local brewers generally bring a seasonal or one-off beer, and the local homebrew clubs set up experiments to test out brewing myths or to explore ingredients in a deeper way.
This year, I'm bringing interviews with the local clubs to describe their experiments.
The second half of the episode is from New York Beer Project for the BNBA Brewers Invitational. This is another of my favorite events where the brewers seem to bring their best and newest creations. On this episode we have a Pączki beer, a Manhattan beer, some killer NEIPAs and some local favorites that have been on hiatus.
If you've never been to this event, check out the BNBA Events page for details next year, it's worth it.
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Publish Date: 4/24/2018
There are many things that one must consider while setting up an electric brewing system at home. Brian Huntley runs one of the best resources for electric brewing information on YouTube. Short Circuited Brewers (Youtube.com/shortcircuitedbrewers) is a channel that helps you pick a system, build a system, troubleshoot a system, etc.
On this episode, we get into a birds-eye view of the pros of going electric.
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Publish Date: 4/11/2018
Let's go inside Buffalo on Tap to talk to local brewers about their latest beers. Held at The Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, Buffalo On Tap is a huge event and is not to be missed by Buffalonian craft-beer drinkers.
In this episode, I talk to Hamburg, CBW, Southern Tier, 4 Mile, Big Ditch, Woodcock, New York Beer Project, Pressure Drop, Flying Bison and more. As an added bonus, I let Brendon Van Allen from CBW loose with my audio recorder! Let's see what he got out of the brewers!
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Publish Date: 2/7/2018
The Final Selection Event for Jonah Epstein's My City Brew was this past week at World of Beer. On this episode, I speak to Jonah, Dave Schiralli, the recipe designer, and a bunch of others including (in order)
Scott McMillan from The Buffalo Beer League,
Paul Marko from the Buffalo Beer Geeks
Ethan Cox from Community Beer Works
Dan Syracuse from Pizza Plant
Dave Rivers from Keg Works
Jonah Epstein from My City Brew
Dave Schiralli from 12 Gates Brewing
and Jonah Epstein again from My City Brew
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Publish Date: 1/31/2018
John Domres is running the greatest one-man show in Buffalo at Buffalo Brewing Company. Open since 2016 and kickstarted with a handful of backers, Buffalo Brewing Company has just completed a renovation to bring their 2-barrel operation to a 5-barrel brewhouse. Nestled in a former horse foundry about the size of a garage on Myrtle Ave, the small brewery has big plans for 2018.
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Publish Date: 1/19/2018
What have I been doing?
Besides the holidays and the general business that 2 kids cause, I've been working on Voice Over work, side-gigs, recorded an audiobook, AND have put time into the podcast, just not in a forward-facing way:
-I've been updating the site to be more secure
-Working on a searchable water database (send any local water reports you have to Scott@WNYBrews.com)
-Recording audio of some BJCP materials for personal study guides.
-Brewing a bunch.
-Working on a Grainfather review.
After summer, I would love to get back to doing an episode a week, but it's hard to do with 2 kids and all the side-gigs I take on.
Same with the episodes, except the videos take a little more time.
This is the big announcement. There are many home brewing blogs on the internet and some of them are great...some, are not. We have the collective knowledge in Buffalo to make a truly great one, but I need people to write or simply contribute
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I want to keep it simple, so if you write an article, recipe, etc. for WNY Brews, you can monetize it however you'd like. If you want to run ads on it, all of that revenue goes to you. If you write an article that brings in hundreds of thousands of views, you make any advertising revenue from that page. I keep nothing. It's not about building a media empire, it's about building a resource and making it worth it for all involved.
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Publish Date: 1/3/2018
and you can't have clean beer without clean lines. Don't spend your money on good beer if it's being pulled through terrible lines.
In this episode, I talk to Andy Dvornski of The Clean Beer Initiative about his business and his process. The Clean Beer Initiative handles dozens of establishments' draft systems around Western New York making sure the lines are cleaned on a regular basis. It makes finding a good place for craft beer much easier.
If you follow @CleanBeerWNY on Twitter, you can even see what lines were changed and when at all of their accounts.
We also talk about a second beer-business Andy has taken on: 716 Tapped.
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Publish Date: 10/31/2017
A dreaded Just-Me episode. I had some housecleaning things to talk about and didn't want to stack the front part of the next episode with them. Since I had some extra time I decided to get into a story that illustrates my current political feelings regarding independent breweries. I may delve into this deeper if I can ever find a mutual moment with the planned guest.
About a month back I ran a contest to coincide with @BuffaloEats Buffalo Brewery Battle on Twitter. After all was said and done, Big Ditch came out victorious, but what I asked for were predictions.
I received a handful of filled-in brackets and scored them using a 1-2-3-4 system (4 points for predicting the final, 3 for the final two, 2 for the final four, and 1 for the elite eight).
We had two winners tie with 17 points so each will be receiving a consumers gift card so I may "buy them a growler fill".
I started a Patreon page a while back. Patreon is a way for listeners to pledge money for content in a style similar to NPR. It's a monthly pledge and this month, we got our first Patron in Andy Dvornski of The Clean Beer Initiative. Look for en episode with him soon.
I generally don't like to get political, but take a listen. InBev sucks and I lay out a rant about why.
Publish Date: 10/11/2017
I sit down with Brian and Scott from The Buffalo Beer League @BuffBeerLeague to discuss all of the featured events during this year's Buffalo Beer Week. You can find all the info at BuffaloBeerWeek.com
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Publish Date: 9/22/2017
@BuffaloEats is running a Twitter tournament to determine the best brewery in Buffalo and I want to make it a contest! Fill out a bracket at WNYBrews.com/bracket and email it to me at Scott@WNYBrews.com or send it to me via Twitter @WNYBrews. The person who fills in the most accurate bracket will win a $15 gift card to Consumers Beverages from me.
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Publish Date: 9/8/2017
Publish Date: 7/14/2017
Drew Hardin comes back to talk about making a New England IPA. It seems like everyone is jumping on board the bandwagon. They're often described as "juicy', "hazy", or "creamy" and they're everywhere at the moment.
Drew has brewed a few for himself and for CBW and walks us through each ingredient based on his experiences. I've already started following his advice, and can't wait to see how it will turn out.
You can generally find Drew at Community Beer Works
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Publish Date: 6/1/2017
Welcome to a retrospective episode of Western New York Brews! I’ve hesitated releasing anything for 42 because of how significant the number is. Episode 42 is easily the most important number I’ve recorded so far, and probably the most significant until episode 100. It is after all, the ultimate answer to life, the universe, and everything.
It’s been 41 episodes so far (in more time than it should have taken) and I finally figured out what I should do. Using the theme of life, the universe, and everything, I thought I would talk about what we’ve done and what I’ve been planning in regards to WNY Brews.
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Publish Date: 5/9/2017
Bill Serowski, a certified BJCP judge and a member of Das Hausbrauers Von Buffalo talks through some tips and tricks to get your first medal at a BJCP competition.
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Publish Date: 4/16/2017
I'm joined by Jason Johnson and Dean Wiensch from The Brewnology Podcast (www.Brewnology.com) to talk about switching over from drinking beer to evaluating beer. We also discuss the process of becoming a BJCP certified judge and about their podcast. It's a must listen if you ant to become a judge. I started at the beginning and binged!
Also joining me is Bill Serowski from Das Hausbrauers Von Buffalo (www.TheHomebrewers.com) to talk about his BJCP exam.
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Publish Date: 3/19/2017
In this episode, I speak to Eric Stellrecht, and Mar and Andy Urban about stewarding at the annual Amber Waves of Grain Competition. This year it's held on March 24th and 25th.
Being a steward is a great way to get in the game without the stress of passing BJCP exams or writing all day. Plus you get to hang out with nice people who make good beer. Those a good friends to have!
Please go to AWOG.niagarabrewers.org
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Publish Date: 3/11/2017
We're back and kicking off 2017 with an episode featuring Jonah Epstein from MyCityBrew.com
He's spent a year polling Buffalo to come up with a representative Buffalo Beer! After over 8000 votes, they've finally settled on a style and are looking for help with the name. You can vote at
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Publish Date: 2/18/2017
Publish Date: 1/21/2017
Drew Hardin fills up his apartment, bookshelf, fridges, and free-time with beer. He's a brewer at Community Beer Works, helping with My City Brew, consulting with Sato Brewpub, and will throw an ax from time to time at Hatchet's and Hops. On this episode, he walks me through a simple kettle sour for my first Berliner Weisse. It's full of good suggestions.
Want to sour a beer? Listen to this first!
Publish Date: 1/7/2017
Christopher and Jessica Budde opened Brewed and Bottled at 402 Center Street in Lewiston, NY back in August and have had a warm welcome from the community. With a great attitude and a great selection, it's easy to see why.
I talked to both of them seperatley and put the two interviews together (they took turns so they could run the store, they're doing it all themselves).
I was amazed at how similar their answers were!
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Publish Date: 12/11/2016
So Aaron and I didn't discuss how we would each name this episode, and I chose to go with a "showdown" type of title. In reality, it was a great evening of sampling beers from each others' regions.
Aaron is the host of The Cascadian Beer Podcast, found at Cascadian.beer, it's a regional beer podcast from the Cascadia Region of The US and Canada. It's produced very well and is filled with interesting stories from the brewers in his region.
I met Aaron online in a podcasting group on Facebook and we devised a plan to drink each other's beer and talk about them over Skype.
For a full list of beers and more information, check out the show notes at WNYBrews.com/episode34
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Publish Date: 12/3/2016
The Buffalo Brewpub is the oldest brewpub in New York State and you don't get to claim that unless you have something special going on. In this episode I sat down with Chris Townsell, who's family has run the Buffalo Brewpub from the beginning.
Go to BuffaloBrewpub.com and check out their menu and hours and then go a get some great food and drink. (None of this is a paid-endorsement. I just like it there).
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Publish Date: 11/26/2016
Homebrewers are fickle. You would think that AB-In Bev's recent acquisition of Northern Brewer and Midwest Supplies would mean massive drops in sales and an exodus of loyal customers, but time will tell. In this episode, I talk with Ethan Cox of CBW about the recent acquisition and about business in general.
You can find the full video on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rl6IhvNIZpY
Here is the link to the full show notes:
Http://www.WNYBrews.com/episode32
Here is the link to Homebrewsupply.com's Belgian Lager
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Publish Date: 11/21/2016
Brian and Scott from the Buffalo Beer League join me to talk Buffalo Beer Week events.
You can find the full show notes at WNYBrews.com/episode31
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Publish Date: 9/23/2016
I want to start profiling all of the Western New York breweries in more of a formal fashion and just happened to be out at NYBP! I was there for their first annual homebrew competition and asked if head-brewer Jason Crossett and co-owner Kelly Krupski would sit down and discuss the current state and future direction of New York Beer Project.
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Publish Date: 9/15/2016
Josh Dziomba is spending 60 plus hours a week on top of a full time job trying to start Clarence's first nano-brewery. West Shore Brewing get's it's name from the rail line his grandfather worked on when his family moved to the area.
Despite the financial strain, the legal hurdles, and the lack of free time, Josh's excitement for the project is palpable in the interview.
Help Josh out at his kickstater page!
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Publish Date: 9/7/2016
Ted Hawley of New York Craft Malt and Bob Johnson of Niagara Malt join me to talk about one of the four major components of beer: Malt.
We discuss the history of malting in Buffalo, their processes, and even the science behind brewers malt.
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Publish Date: 8/31/2016
Rudy "Rudybob" Watkins, formerlly of CBW, is now the head brewer at one of Buffalo's newest breweries: Thin Man.
We talk about his expectations for Thin Man as well as his previous brewing experiences.
Check them out at ThinManBrewing.com
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Publish Date: 8/18/2016
Rudy "Rudybob" Watkins, formerlly of CBW, is now the head brewer at one of Buffalo's newest breweries: Thin Man.
We talk about his expectations for Thin Man as well as his previous brewing experiences.
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Publish Date: 8/18/2016
Four Mile Brewing: On the Bank of the Allegheny, is a beautiful building with great food and beer. Craig and Greg join me to discuss their history, process, reception, and future plans for the brewery. Next time you're out in Olean, you can't miss stopping by...or better yet, plan a trip just to sample so of their beers for yourself!
Publish Date: 8/5/2016
Christopher universal is a manager over at Kegworks and joins me to talk about cleaning draft lines, setting up a kegerator for the first time, and common problems people run in to.
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Publish Date: 7/27/2016
Publish Date: 7/20/2016
Ethan Cox is the owner and co-founder of Community Beer Works and author of the book Buffalo Beer: The History of Brewing in the Nickel City.
You can buy it at local book stores like Talking Leaves or at CBW.
Is Buffalo producing more beer now than ever? Just how significant is the current renaissance in the Buffalo beer scene? Listen to a quick overview and go read the book. Ethan is a wealth of information and a great time to talk to. Visit him at Community Beer Works and get your copy signed.
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Publish Date: 6/15/2016
What kind of beer should we be making base on our local water chemistry? Do we have similarities with waters from Burton on Trent? Pilsen? Dublin?
John Palmer, the author of some of brewing's most revered books, joins us to talk about the water we have here in Buffalo. We break down the numbers and discuss why they're important. We discuss why certain beers made with our water end up beautiful and complex and others seem one-dimensional.
Clay and Scott talk to John via Skype while on location at 42 North Brewing in East Aurora with our water reports on hand.
John explains why we should care about water, how to test it, how we should interpret it, and what we can do to make our beers better.
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Publish Date: 5/26/2016
The Farm to Pint event is hosted by Hamburg Brewing Company and the Buffalo Niagara Brewers Association each year to show the many sides of local beer.
Beer is famously made from 4 ingredients in it's "purest" form (I'm looking at you Bavaria): Water, Malted Barley, Hops, and Yeast. The Farm to Pint event is a way to showcase beers made with local malts, local hops, and in one case, local yeast.
For a list of the beers at the 2016 event, and a video from inside the amazing train room at Hamburg Brewing Company, check out WNYBrews.com/episode21
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Publish Date: 5/21/2016
Saturday, May 7th is THe Ameican Homebrew Association's National Homebrew Day. Are you brewing? Are you participating in a Big Brew event? Are you toasting at 12 CDT?
Are you a member of the AHA?
In this special quick episode, I literally join the AHA "on air". I'm now an official member in good standing. I can't believe I haven't done it before now, but I feel better.
Some of the homebrewing laws date back to prohibition. The AHA works to get homebrewing available to everyone.
Also, I talk about DrinkThisBuffalo.com
It's a new feature of the podcast. Call or email in your favorite beers and we'll mention them on the podcast!
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Publish Date: 5/7/2016
The "Golden Dragon" that people often chase is a higher brew
house efficiency. I understand that I may have made up a nonsense
phrase just now, but the point is the same: higher efficiency is
the goal right?
First, Clay and I talk quickly about how he checks his efficiency
at 42 North, then I talk to Bert Dyster of Niagara Traditions about home
brewing efficiency. To get the full show notes, go to WNYBrews.com/episode19
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Publish Date: 4/27/2016
This was fun!
The Buffalo Niagara Brewers Association presented the first annual Brewers Invitational at Pettibones Grill in Coca-Cola Field on Saturday, April 2nd. They had over two dozen breweries showing off some experimental flavors!
It seemed to be the "year of the sour" with something like 8 or 9 examples.
Trust me when I say you should listen to the end. The Buffalo Beer League stopped by the WNY Brews table and talked to any brewer who walked by.
Check out the Buffalo Bear League and The BNBA at their webpage:
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Publish Date: 4/9/2016
Happy Dyngus Day!
Since this is a regional podcast, I asume you're all aware of Dyngus Day. It's the day after Easter, and Dyngus Day is a Polish tradition culminating in a post-lenton festival and parade.
That's at least what it looks like in Buffalo: The Official Dyngus Day Capital of the World. To go back and figure out the history of any holiday, religious or otherwise, gets complicated and difficult. What concerns me more is the celebration of Polish culture. Being Polish and Irish guarantees some spring-time activities and in Buffalo that translates to beer. I've tried to stray away from the Killians, Guiness, and colored German or Canadian lagers in favor of local examples of similar beers.
Aviator Red is my go-to beer while at Schwabls and Hamburg's Irish Red was a nice change, which hit me more bitter than other examples.
In this episode, Clay and I try a Pivo Grodziske from Jopen in Haarlem, Netherlands. It's an historic style from Grodzisk, Poland featuring a 100% smoked-wheat grain bill. The people of Grodzisk, and the former workers of the brewery there, hold a competition each year to see which homebrewer can make the best representation of what this beer used to be.
A Pivo Grodziske in modern times is also known as a Gratzer, taking it's name from the same town but while under Prussian or German rule, although this bottle claims to be based on an older recipe and differs from a Grazer in it's yeast strain.
Sometimes called “Polish Champagne” because of it's carbonation, I found this to be a balanced and understated beer. Samual Adams put out a Gratzer last year as part of their Long Shot 6-pack that packed a significant increase in smoked flavor which overpowered the beer. This example of a Grodziske, in contrast to the Sam Adams offering, is easily drinkable and at 4% would be a great addition to a summer cookout.
Making a Gratzer/Grodziske
One of the members of Das Hausbrauers, Bill Serowski, has been making Gratzers regularly for the past year or so. His beer was featured on episode 59 of Dr. Homebrew, where the panel members admitted a lack of experience with the style. Who can blame them when someone sends them a beer based on a style that is regional to a small Polish town and, of which, the last commercial example has been out of production since 1993?
Bill, a really knowledgeable brewer and BJCP judge, has been working on his recipe and techniques to make a Gratzer he can be proud of.
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Publish Date: 4/2/2016
Do you want to become a certified BJCP judge? What about a steward? Do you want to enter a beer into one of the nations largest regional homebrew competitions? Well we have Alex Placito of The Niagara Association of Homebrewers on to talk about the Amber Waves of Grain competition in April.
It's about time to get your entries in, and I wanted to get the full breakdown of becoming a judge (btw, there's a lot of free homebrew in it if you do).
Alex takes us through the judging process, the AWOG particulars, the stewarding process, and the step by step to becoming a judge.
If you want in with the BJCP, check them out at BJCP.org
for info on Amber Waves of Grain, check out AWOG.niagarabrewers.org
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