December - New Brews and Other News

Seasons Greetings craft addicts. Lots to report this month. First, 12 South Winter Warmer is this weekend. Unfortunately if you don't have a ticket, it's sold out. There will be over 100 beers to sample, many of which are special release, rare, or out of market beers. I will running around helping out organizer Matt Leff and other volunteers. Come up and say hi!

I am really excited about the announcement that Green Flash Brewing Co. is coming to TN. Hopheads rejoice! The west coast goodness will be arriving in January. Their Belgian stuff ain't bad either! Expect an appearance at 12 South Winter Warmer. Read more below:

Just wanted to let you Middle-TN folks know that we (BountyBev) will be releasing Green Flash to the Middle TN market in January of 2012! The initial launch will be with Hop Head Red, West Coast IPA, Le Freak and their new brett, belgian pale-Rayon Vert! It looks like Q1 of 2012 is gonna be a doozie!

Cheers,

Joshua Scutella

Director & Better Beer Guy

BountyBev

Have any of you tried beers from Calfkiller? If not, the Calfkiller Beer Dinner is a good opportunity not only to try the beers, but to meet the brewmasters as well. It will be held at the Flying Saucer on December 19th at 6pm. Read more below:

“Calfkiller is a spectacular brewery that has become incredibly popular in the Nashville area,” said Brandi Allen, general manager of Flying Saucer. “The Sergio brothers are doing some amazing things at their brewery, and they have been great about showcasing some really fun elements in their beers. We know our guests are going to love whatever surprises they have in store for us!”

Admission is $25 for U.F.O. members and $30 for non-members. The event is sure to reach capacity, so customers are urged to purchase tickets in advance. Tickets can be purchased at Flying Saucer or by calling 615-259-3039.
 
The Belcourt Theatre will be showing the documentary Beer Wars on December 15th. Doors open at 6:30pm and admission includes two free pints of Yazoo and a Q&A discussion panel afterwards. Click here for pricing and ticket information. Sorry that I won't be there, but I have a brewery in Muster, IN to visit. Wink!
 
Midtown Wine and Spirits reports that they have received Lakefront IPA, Lakefront Holiday Ale, Ommegang Adoration, New Belgium Prickly Passion Saison, and Schlafly Christmas Ale. No word on my perennial favorite Sierra Nevada Celebration.
 
See ya at the Warmer!
 
Smitty