The new episode of Local Brew TV includes a visit to Little Tap House (starts at 22:45).
Category: Beer
Aroma Joe’s, Sebago Bar Review, Shipyard Turns 20
Today’s Press Herald includes an article about Aroma Joe’s,
No intercoms. No mistakes. No attitudes.
Those three laws of service at Aroma Joe’s Coffee have helped propel the drive-thru coffee company from its first kiosk in a New Hampshire parking lot in 2000 to its plan to have 250 locations by 2020. The Portland-based chain currently has 19 founder-owned locations and three franchised locations.
a bar review of Sebago Brewing,
You can bet there will be at least one bachelorette or bachelor party a week, especially during the summer, and each weeknight seems to be designated for a particular meet-up group. For instance, the German club meets on Tuesdays, the Spanish club on Wednesdays, and recently, a small group of folks readying for the annual Burning Man festival in Nevada began meeting on Thursday nights. They sit by the fireplace.
and an article on Shipyard turning 20.
Shipyard Brewing Company turned 20 on April 24, but the big party will not be until July 12. The company won’t brew any special beers for the anniversary, I was disappointed to hear, but I understand.
Elsmere, Silly’s, Food Trucks
The Press Herald has published a review of Silly’s,
And you’ll never see a more funky array of everything from Mardi Gras beads to retro light fixtures, oddball artwork and even a lamp straight out of “A Christmas Story.” Long live Silly’s!
and a bar review of Elsmere.
Elsmere is not just a BBQ joint, it’s a neighborhood restaurant that’s keen on giving back to the community and sticking around for generations. Owners Adam Powers and Jeremy Rush work the line every night, are eager to be part of the South Portland family of restaurants and take a lot of pride in their product. The bar scene is cozy and pleasingly boisterous. Patrons come to watch the game, drink beer, but most of all, chow down on excellent BBQ. There will likely be a 30-minute wait on weekend nights.
Today’s paper also includes the latest installment of the What Ales You beer column and a food truck guide.
Maine Island Trail Ale
The Press Herald What Ales You column reports that Rising Tide will be releasing the 2014 Maine Island Trail Ale today.
Rising Tide’s Maine Island Trail Ale, a hoppy American pale ale that is only 4.3 percent alcohol by volume and perfect for summer drinking, will be launched Thursday at the Maine Island Trail Association’s Small Boaters’ Film Fest in Portland.
LD1637 & LD1763
If My Coaster Could Talk reports on 2 new Maine laws that impact the Maine beer industry:
- LD1763 now makes it legal for bars to display the ABV of the beers they serve.
- LD1637 addresses issues that had made it difficult to run beer festivals in Maine.
Beer Camp Comes to Portland
Sierra Nevada’s Beer Camp, a 7-city traveling beer festival will be coming to Portland this summer. It’s expected to draw as many as 5,000 thirsty travelers to the city.
As part of the event Allagash will be brewing a one-off collaboration beer called Myron’s Walk which will be sold as part of a special 12-pack.
Beer Camp will be held on August 1 at Thompson’s Point. Tickets are now on sale.
For more information see articles by If My Coaster Could Talk, the Press Herald, and the press release from the Maine Brewer’s Guild.
Austin Street Launch
Foundation Brewing
The Beer Babe has published a report on Foundation Brewing.
On one of the many nights that a blizzard covered Portland with snow, I slowly maneuvered my car – down a mostly unplowed road – to Foundation Brewing Company on Industrial Way. I saw a bright glow from the door to the brewery as I slid into what would have been a parking spot if the lines were visible. Inside, I found Joel Mahaffey, brewer and co-owner, taking some gravity measurements.
Maine Madness Beer Tournament
Beer blogger David Patterson has been running a Maine Madness Beer Tournament and is now down to the Elite Eight. Checkout the full bracket diagram for results of prior rounds. You can read all the articles in the series on his blog.
Reviews: Thai 9, Enio’s
The Press Herald has published a review of Thai 9,
This time I colored outside the lines of my so-called healthy eating and order Lo Mein with chicken ($8). The portion was generous and the egg noodles were pan fried with snow peas, napa cabbage, carrot, mushroom, onion and bean sprouts. Ah, the sweet taste of redemption.
and a bar review of Enio’s.
Enio’s Eatery in South Portland is the relatively new restaurant of Laura and Bob Butler. Laura is the sole cook and Bob manages the dining room, in addition to selecting the impressive wine list. If you’re not sure where to try next, put Enio’s at the top of your list.
Today’s paper also includes an article about Geary’s new gluten-free beer Ixnay.