August 2007

The August WSB meeting will be held at Mike and Kallie Wood's home in Bremerton on Friday, August 17, starting at 6PM. That's the Friday after this one. Contact us for directions.

!!!Deadline for KCF homebrew entries is this Saturday!!!
Don't forget to submit your beer, cider, or mead for the Kitsap County Fair homebrew competition by this Saturday, August 11.

Drop entries off at Heads Up or Hood Canal Brewery. Flyers with bottle labels are available at both locations.

We will pick up all entries either late this Saturday or early Sunday and start labeling them and preparing for judging. We might have our first round of judging as early as Sunday, August 12.

If you want to judge, or if you have ideas for our display at the fair contact El Jefe Matt Riggs, Veep Vic Keranen, or contact us through the website.

4th Annual Hood Canal Anniversary Party
Sunday, August 19
From 4-6PM
It's potluck so bring something tasty to share.

Yeah, I know, Don's been brewing longer than four years. This is the anniversary of the opening in the new Kingston/Port Gamble location.

Here's a fun website explaining how to say cheers in many languages and countries:
http://www.awa.dk/glosary/slainte.htm

Keep your eyes open for all the local Oktoberfest events. Hopefully we'll have a complete list of local events in next month's newsletter.

From: lisa@washingtonbeer.com
Subject: PRESS RELEASE- 1st Annual Oktoberfest presented by the Washington Beer Commission
Date: Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:20:56 -0700

For Immediate Release
Washington Beer Commission presents
2nd Annual OKTOBERFEST

Friday, September 14th & Saturday, September 15th, 2007

Kenmore- The Washington Beer Commission is proud to present the 1st Annual Oktoberfest at Saint Edward State Park on September 14th and 15th, 2007. The Commission, the first one of its kind in the country, was formed earlier this year and has taken over all the festivals previously produced by the Washington Brewers Guild, in addition to a series of new ones of its own, since July 1st of this year. In carefully choosing the Commission’s very first festival, everyone was in agreement that there’s nothing more appropriate than an Oktoberfest, the most widely celebrated “beer holiday” in the world, to do the honor of introducing the Commission to the public. The Festival will stay true to the long tradition of the Oktoberfest which dates back to 1810- in a Washington style. The Festival will feature many Oktoberfest-themed beers by 30 Washington breweries in a big Oktoberfest-style tent decorated with hops and malt to add a local touch. The 2-day celebration will be complete with traditional German food and oompah music.

1st Annual Oktoberfest presented by the Washington Beer Commission
WHEN Friday, September 14th, 3-9pm & Saturday, September 15th, 1-9pm
WHERE Saint Edward State Park
14445 Juanita Dr. NE, Kenmore, WA 98028
ADMISSION $25 advance tickets/day of admission
Admission includes a 12oz plastic tasting mug and 12 tokens (Advance tickets extra 3 tokens)
3oz sample tastes are one token each. 12oz full tastes are three tokens each.
Happy hour—Friday 3-6pm, extra 2 tokens
Designated driver admission $5 and available at the gate only
21+ ONLY

THE TENT Staying true to the Oktoberfest tradition in Munich the event will be set under a big tent that will be the center of non-stop festivities. One side of the big Oktoberfest-style tent will be lined up with a table after a table of Washington breweries pouring their finest Oktoberfest beer. The tent, which will be decorate with hops and malt to give it some local character, is complete with the stage and seating area where guests can mingle and enjoy the beer.
BEER To pay homage to the long tradition of Oktoberfest first originated back in 1810, many brewers in Washington make an attempt to create their own renditions of the Oktoberfest beer every year- some stay true to the traditional smooth, malty lager, while others try to be more experimental by adding their own twists. At the Washington Beer Commission’s Oktoberfest guests can expect to sample many Oktoberfest-appropriate beers such as Oktoberfest, Marzen, other various German-style lagers and also harvest ales other fall seasonals from 30 Washington breweries, and see how we celebrate Oktoberfest in Washington.
MUSIC It’s no Oktoberfest without some oompah! The event will feature local acts everything from rock, blues and oompah all weekend long.
WEB SITE www.washingtonbeer.com

Pro-Am Competition
October 13, 2007
Brewers Association and the American Homebrewers Association are pleased to announce that the GABF Pro-Am Competition will be held again in 2007. GABF awards ceremony held October 13, 2007 in Denver. For more information click the following link.
http://www.beertown.org/events/pro_am/index.htm

Title: The Porterhouse Brewfest Mount Vernon, WA
Category: Beer Festival
Date: Saturday, August 11, 2007
Time: 2 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Calendar: Northwest Brewing News Beer Calendar
Contact: Carol Hays
City, State: Mount Vernon, WA
Event Contact Name: Carol Hays
Event Contact Phone: 360-419-7129x101
Event Contact Email: exec.dir@lincolntheatre.org
Website Address/URL: www.lincolntheatre.org
Price: $20
Ages: 21+

Complete Description:
Brews 'n Blues Block Party. 19 microbreweries. Wineries too.
Hottest Washington Blues Bands: Mudbug, Bump Kitchen and
headliners, Becki Sue and Her Big Rockin' Daddies. One $20
tickets get you all the music and 5 tastes. Food also available.
At First & Gates in downtown Mount Vernon, I-5 exit 226

August 11
13th Annual IPA Festival at The Bistro
Hayward, CA
www.the-bistro.com
50+ IPAs

August 17-18
Bend Brew Fest, Bend, OR
Les Schwab Ampitheater.
www.bendbrewfest.com

Title: Russian River Beer Revival, Guerneville CA.
Category: Beer Festival
Date:

Saturday, August 18, 2007
Time: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Calendar: Northwest Brewing News Beer Calendar
Contact: Mark LaGris or Deanna Deleon
City, State: Guerneville, CA
Event Contact Name: Mark LaGris
Event Contact Phone: 707 217-5726
Event Contact Email: mark@fatdogg.biz
Website Address/URL: www.stumptown.com
Price: $35Advance, $40Day of
Ages: 21+

Complete Description:

The beer revival is in it 5th year at Stumptown Brewery"s Beach .
Beer and BBQ on the river you cant beat that. 25 breweries will
be on hand for sampling and 25 bbq teams competing and cooking.
One price includes the sampling and the food. Great Music too.

Title: ROGUE ALES and Spirits: Great American Distillers Festival
Date:

Saturday, August 25, 2007
Time: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Calendar: Northwest Brewing News Beer Calendar
Contact: robin
City, State: Portland, Oregon
Event Contact Name: Robin
Event Contact Phone: 503.241.3800
Event Contact Email: robin@rogue.com
Website Address/URL: www.rogue.com
Ages: 21+

Complete Description:

A gathering of micro-distilleries sharing their
spirits (rum, gin, vodka, you name it), with live
music and local food. Mixologists teaching how to
make their favorite mixed drink – and a whole lot
of spirits. Join us in Portland’s Historic Pearl
District and help us raise money for Portland
Center Stage and to celebrate the formation of the
first Distillers Guild in America.

August 25, Klamath Falls, OR
Mia & Pia's 10th Anniversary Party
Music, food, and of course beer! For more info visit www.miapia.com

08/26/2007
Chelan County Fair
Cashmere, WA, US
Contact: Travis Blue
Phone: (509) 548-2379
Email: travisblue@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.co.chelan.wa.us/fa/index.htm

September 7-8, GCBF
Great Canadian Beer Festival
Victoria, BC
www.gcbf.com
Heads Up is heading up again this year.

September 7-14, Brouwer's 1st Annual Hop Fest
Seattle, WA
Brouwer's Cafe, 50+ IPAs and other hoppy brews.
www.brouwerscafe.com

Title: ROGUE Ales and Spirits: The Gathering
Date:

Saturday, September 8, 2007
Time: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Calendar: Northwest Brewing News Beer Calendar
Contact: stacey
City, State: South Beach, Oregon
Event Contact Name: stacey
Event Contact Phone: 541.867.3660
Event Contact Email: stacey@rogue.com
Website Address/URL: www.rogue.com

Complete Description:

2007 marks an important date for the Gathering: it’s our
FIFTH YEAR!! And we couldn’t have done it without the
participation and support of our many surfers. The contest
takes place at South Beach State Park every year on the
weekend after Labor Day. This year’s contest is September 8
and 9, 2007.

In 2006, the contest had over 115 entries including surfers
from Canada, Argentina, New Zealand and all over the Pacific
Northwest and California. We are a family and pet friendly
event with categories from Menahunies with Parent to Grand
Dukes.

Rogue will be on the beach serving refreshments during the
contest both days—sun, suds and surf—along with games and
activities for all. During the contest there will be raffle
tickets for sale for a custom made Long board to be raffled
on Sunday after the awards ceremony.

Title: Beer in the Plaza, Healdsburg, CA
Category: Beer Festival
Date:

Saturday, September 8, 2007
Time: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Calendar: Northwest Brewing News Beer Calendar
Contact: Tami@bearrepublic.com
City, State: Healdsburg, CA
Event Contact Name: Tami Norgrove
Event Contact Phone: 707.431.7258
Event Contact Email: tami@bearrepublic.com
Price: $17 advance/ $20 day of Show
Ages: 21+

Complete Description:

21st Annual Beer in The Plaza! Over 30 microbreweries will be pouring!
Great Music by the Shannon Rider Band, along with cool sports
raffle and auction items!

Same event, different info:
Title: Beer in the Plaza
Category: Beer Festival
Date:

Saturday, September 8, 2007
Time: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Calendar: Northwest Brewing News Beer Calendar
Contact: Liz Thompson
City, State: Healdsburg, CA
Event Contact Name: Liz Thompson
Event Contact Phone: 707 433 1630
Event Contact Email: Lizzy56@aol.com
Price: $15 Presale, $20 at gate
Ages: All Ages

Complete Description:

The Healdsburg Soroptimists will hold their annual"Beer in
the Plaza" festival on Saturday, September 8, 2007, from
3-7pm in the historic Healdsburg Plaza.There will be over 30
miscrobreweries offering their speciality beers, live music
by Shannon Rider Band. Tickets are $15 Presale and $20 at the
gate.For information call 707 433-1630. No pets please

September 8-9, Brews On The Bay
San Francisco, CA
Held aboard a WWII Liberty Ship, the SS Jeremiah O'Brien at Pier 45 near Fisherman's Wharf.

AHA Membership Rally
Elysian Brewing Company
September 22, 2007
542 1st Ave South
Seattle, WA 98104-2804

September 24-29, Harmon Brewery's 10th Anniversary
Tacoma, WA
www.harmonbrewing.com
253-383-BREW.

Title: Fresh Hop Ale Festival
Category: Beer Festival
Date:

Saturday, October 6, 2007
Time: 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Calendar: Northwest Brewing News Beer Calendar
Contact: Veronica Peery
City, State: Yakima, WA
Event Contact Name: Jessica Moskwa
Event Contact Phone: (509)966-0930
Event Contact Email: alliedartsyakima@nwinfo.net
Website Address/URL: www.freshhopalefestival.com
Price: $25 in advance, $30 at the gate
Ages: 21 and over

Complete Description:

Feel the excitement of a dozen craft breweries, live music,
brewing live on site by local homebrewers, and local food and
wine! The festival’s premise in and of itself is specific and
unusual. Brewers must get Yakima hops from the vine to the
vat within 24 hours to create the headlining ale.

Title: Hood River Hops Fest
Category: Beer Festival
Date:

Saturday, October 6, 2007
Time: 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Calendar: Northwest Brewing News Beer Calendar
Contact: Moria Reynolds
City, State: Downtown Hood River, OR
Event Contact Name: Moria Reynolds
Event Contact Phone: 541-490-0022
Event Contact Email: downtown@gorge.net
Website Address/URL: www.hood-river-hops.com
Price: FREE!!!
Ages: All Ages

Complete Description:

A family friendly event: Music, Food, Crafts, Kid Activities and BEER!!!! And WINE!!!!!

30 BREWERIES
8 WINERIES

* Volunteer Beer Pouring: contact us for more info on a fun way
to get involved- consider bringing a few friends or association
for MAX FUN!!!!

10/09/2007
AHA Club-Only Competition Bock
Dallas, TX, US
Contact: Larry Kemp
Phone: (817) 595-3511
Email: kempbrewing@aim.com
Web: http://www.beertown.org/homebrewing/schedule.html

Great American Beer Festival
Oct. 11-13, 2007
Denver, CO
Plan to attend this year's Great American Beer Festival. Last year there were over 40,000 people who attended this event!

11/03/2007
Novembeerfest
Kent, WA, US
Contact: Tim Hayner
Phone: (253) 631-2816
Email: president@impalingalers.org
Web: http://www.impalingalers.org

Words of wisdom from Fred Eckhardt and the Oregon Brew Crew listserv.

Message: 11
Date: Mon, 06 Aug 2007 17:29:58 -0700
From: Fred Eckhardt
Subject: [Brewcrew] Do's and Don't w' a breatholyzer

Friends
At a homebrewer gathering in Kansas a few years ago I brought my then new (now dead) breatholyzer along. I had avoided any alcohol drinks for over 24 hours. I stood in front of the assembled drunken multitude and gave myself a breath test. Score 0.

Then, while they watched I consumed an 8-oz glass of Guinness (abv 4.3 or so).

I took an immediate breath test. Score .17 At .2, had I been stopped on the road I would have been too drunk to drive, and that would have been true if my score was 0.17, twice the .08 limit.

I waited 30-minutes longer and took another breath test: Score 0.03. Perfectly legal!

If you drink even a small amount and then leave the pub, you will show "too drunk" even if you just had a weak beer!
WHAT TO DO. If you have had only a single "drink" (12-oz beer, 1.5oz hard drink, 5oz 12% dinner wine, 3.5oz sake) wait a while before leaving.
BUT If you are fairly certain that you WON'T have too much alcohol in your system:
THEN insist to the police officer that you must be given a BLOOD
test. It won't hurt that much, and your blood alcohol is more likely to have a legal level by the time they get you to a blood tasting station. As near as I know, One can refuse a breath test and insist on a blood test legally. Under some circumstances it is the wise course of action.

Back in my KS trip, had I been driving from a bar with that 8-oz of Guinness inside my gullet, I'd have been arrested and probably
incarcerated, unless I demanded a blood test. Alcohol on my breath
(at 0.17) under those circumstances would have been 0.03 with a blood test, if it took them half an hour to get you to it, less if they did it in the police car -- would have been zero then because it couldn't get to your blood fast enough for it to register. Perfectly legal!

The police have been known to nail folks leaving a pub with a breath test, which could have been very bad had you simply been drinking two regular drinks, because you's still have it on your breath.

Always stay in the pub a while after your last drink, (and don't
forget the water either, drink some of that too).

Sorry to be so long winded.
Fred

Addendum to Fred's note. It appears that in Oregon State if you refuse a breathalyzer exam you're immediately subject to various fines and license suspensions. If anybody's interested in digging up the details of Washington's law let us know. In the meantime, be wary of that last sip as you head out the door from your favorite breweries or pubs.

Blake Shelton
"The More I Drink"
Album Name: Pure BS

He was sittin’ at the bar, sippin’ on a regular Coke
We were drinkin’ and smokin’ and makin’ him the butt of our jokes
We all said, “Man, what happened to you? Why can’t you just have a few?”
He said, “I would if I could, but it’s probably best that I don’t.”

Chorus- Cause the more I drink, the more I drink
Yeah, I’m the world’s greatest lover and a dancin’ machine
I get loud, I get proud....and it gets worse
Well if I have one, I’ll have thirteen
Naw, there ain’t no in-between
Cause, the more I drink, the more I drink.

A couple of cold ones, and somebody hands me a shot.
Hell, even buck-tooth and bow-legged women start lookin’ hot
And pretty soon I’m bummin’ cigarettes and sweet talkin’ some big brunette
Yeah, once I get on a roll, ain’t no tellin’ where I’ll stop

Yep-yep
Humm, that’s what I’m talking about

Man, if I have one, I’ll have thirteen
And they can’t get me off the kareoke machine,
The more I drink...the more I drink.
Yeah, the more I drink, the more I drink, the more I drink.

Steve Earle
"Telephone Road"
Album name: El Corazon

My brother Jimmy, my other brother Jack
Went off down to Houston and they never come back
Mama wasn't gonna let her baby go yet
But there ain't nobody hirin' back in Lafayette

I'm workin' all week for the Texaco check
Sun beatin' down on the back of my neck
Tried to save my money but Jimmy says no
Says he's got a little honey on Telephone Road

Chorus:
Come on come on come on let's go
This ain't Louisianna
Your Mama won't know
Come on come on come on let's go
Everybody's rockin' out on Telephone Road

Telephone Road is ten miles long
Fifty car lots and a hundred honky-tonks
Jukebox blastin' and the beer bottles ring
Jimmy banging on a pinball machine

Chorus:
Come on come on come on let's go
This ain't Louisianna
Your Mama won't know
Come on come on come on let's go
Everybody's rockin' out on Telephone Road

Mama never told me about nothin' like this
I guess Houston's 'bout a big as a city can get
Sometimes I get lonesome for Lafayette
Someday I'm goin' home but I ain't ready yet

Chorus:
Come on come on come on let's go
This ain't Louisianna
Your Mama won't know
Come on come on come on let's go
Everybody's rockin' out on Telephone Road