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Ale Asylum Comes to Milwaukee, Sort Of
Ale Asylum River House is taking over the spot once occupied by Molly Cool’s Seafood Tavern (1110 N. Old World Third St.). At first glance, I thought (hoped) that Madison’s stellar brewery would be opening a brewing facility Downtown. But that’s not quite the case. The new spot is basically related to the brewery in name only, but owner Tim Thompson does plan on serving Ale Asylum brews exclusively at the outset. Learn more about the details from the Wisconsin State Journal.
Amherst Beer Fest
The second Greater Amherst Beer Fest takes place at Central Waters Brewing (351 Allen St., Amherst) from noon to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11. The tap list is pretty impressive. Founders is bringing KBS and the new Dark Penance Black IPA, Perennial will tap Sump Coffee Stout, Coronado will have the 18th Anniversary Imperial IPA flowing, and there are plenty of more gems being served. See the growing list here. Take a trip to Amherst this weekend. You won’t be sorry.
Barley Pop of the Week
I had a nice a surprise while visiting Greenbush Brewing last weekend in Sawyer, Michigan (for those keeping score, it’s my second time there this year). A printed menu listed Dystopia Imperial Stout, but when I got my snifter of the black stuff it was clear that Greenbush was pouring the barrel-aged version of Dystopia. It was rich, sweet, slightly boozy, and altogether delicious. A perfect beer to usher in the fall.
Quick Taps
For the umpteenth year in a row, I did not go to the Great American Beer Festival in Denver. Bucket list.
A friend sent me this sarcastic, pretty funny and occasionally realistic list of 43 types of beer drinkers.
Events Brewing
Tuesday, Oct. 7: Head to Comet Cafe (1947 N. Farwell Ave.) to talk about and try “monster beers” at Beer School. The cost is just $20, but save money for cab fare. Call 414-273-7677 to make a reservation.
Wednesday, Oct. 8: Grant Willey takes over the role of professor at Stubby University at Stubby’s (2060 N. Humboldt. Ave.). The topic of discussion is big, dark beers. Just in time for the arrival of fall. Cost is $20, and the fun starts at 8 p.m. Call 414-763-6324 to reserve one of the 30 spots available.
Wendesday, Oct. 8: Sour beers are the highlight at Bierklasse at Cafe Centraal (2306 S. Kinnickinnic Ave.), starting at 7 p.m. The cost is $30, and you can reserve a spot by emailing Bierklasse@LowlandsGroup.com.
Wednesday, Oct. 8: 4th Base (5117 W. National Ave.) gets into the beer dinner scene when it hosts a three-course dinner with Potosi Brewing Company. The cost is $35. Find out more.
Thursday, Oct. 9: It’s a big night at Ray’s Growler Gallery (8930 W. North Ave.). Starting at 5 p.m. they’ll unveil a new oak barrel-aged, sour red ale brewed by O’so Brewing especially for Ray’s. The name, chosen by customers, will be revealed then too. And Marc and Katina Buttera, the duo behind O’so, aren’t just bringing the sour. They’ll also be tapping a few other small-batch rarities.
Friday, Oct. 10: Try New Holland brews at Discount Liquor Milwaukee (5031 W. Oklahoma Ave.) from 4 to 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 10: Ale Asylum brings a few new brews and a special brewery only beer to Discount Liquor Waukesha (919 N. Barstow Ave.) from 4 to 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 11: Discount Liquor Milwaukee hosts a tasting from Ale Asylum from noon to 3 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 11: Try Horny Goat beers at Discount Liquor Waukesha from noon to 3 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 11: Sample “flagship” beers at Three Cellars (7133 S. 76th St.) from 1 to 4 p.m.
