Ah. The true return of fall. My favorite beer style season, as well as, brewing season. It’s the time of year when we don’t have to worry about our propane burners increasing the temperature of the brew sheds to over 100 degrees; when the ground water gets me to pitching temps within minutes. Of course, if you’re like me, I tend to not always plan ahead and brew for the upcoming season, which explains why my Summer German Helles is JUST ABOUT to go on tap. Oops! Hopefully, a few fellow brewclub members planned ahead and will bring a some tasty brown ales, belgian dubbels, scottish ales, and american ambers to the mix this week. If you can make it, our meeting will be:
THIS FRIDAY 9/20 @ 6:30pm @ MFP
The Glassware is Here
The inaugural glasses arrived a few days after our August Meeting, so I will FINALLY be able to distribute them. If you paid your dues last year, you’ll have one coming to you. We ordered a few extra, so if you would like more (and/or are a newcomer who hasn’t paid membership dues) they will be available for $5 each.
Upcoming Events
The focus of our 2nd year as a club will be one of brew club community and gatherings. While the charities have been great fun, we will be focusing more on “within-club” gatherings, big brew days, (there was talk of a clam bake!), more education, and other events focused on our mission of celebrating and discussing beer ingredients and processes.
Big Brew Day 5.0
Stay tuned. We are working on a date and location. Will be announcing soon!
BJCP Judging Program
There will be a chance for members to become BJCP certified. Phase One is an online test; and next, a road trip to Rochester for a chance to become a “know-it-all” and turn Oneonta into a regional tasting-testing-ground!
Trappist Class
For those interested, I will be hosting a Trappist Beer Class at MFP in the Fall. There will be a discussion on all (currently 8) trappist monastic breweries, with tastings on 6/8. I conducted this class last year twice on SUNY Oneonta’s campus and had a great time. The class/gathering should take 2-3 hours, and there will be a test afterwards. (sobriety test, that is.. hey-oh!). Course fees are dependent upon enrollment as it will be used to cover cost of alcohol only: about $20-25.
Clam Bake/Turkey Fry/Whatever We Want
In the spirit of club solidarity, we are hoping to pull together a large outdoor gathering with food, family, drinks, and a bonfire. Bring your ideas to the meeting this week, and let’s decide on a date!
As always, don’t forget to bring:
1. Beers
2. Glass
3. Note Taking Materials
4. And your snarky comments
See you all on Friday!!
—josh
THIS FRIDAY 9/20 @ 6:30pm @ MFP
The Glassware is Here
The inaugural glasses arrived a few days after our August Meeting, so I will FINALLY be able to distribute them. If you paid your dues last year, you’ll have one coming to you. We ordered a few extra, so if you would like more (and/or are a newcomer who hasn’t paid membership dues) they will be available for $5 each.
Upcoming Events
The focus of our 2nd year as a club will be one of brew club community and gatherings. While the charities have been great fun, we will be focusing more on “within-club” gatherings, big brew days, (there was talk of a clam bake!), more education, and other events focused on our mission of celebrating and discussing beer ingredients and processes.
Big Brew Day 5.0
Stay tuned. We are working on a date and location. Will be announcing soon!
BJCP Judging Program
There will be a chance for members to become BJCP certified. Phase One is an online test; and next, a road trip to Rochester for a chance to become a “know-it-all” and turn Oneonta into a regional tasting-testing-ground!
Trappist Class
For those interested, I will be hosting a Trappist Beer Class at MFP in the Fall. There will be a discussion on all (currently 8) trappist monastic breweries, with tastings on 6/8. I conducted this class last year twice on SUNY Oneonta’s campus and had a great time. The class/gathering should take 2-3 hours, and there will be a test afterwards. (sobriety test, that is.. hey-oh!). Course fees are dependent upon enrollment as it will be used to cover cost of alcohol only: about $20-25.
Clam Bake/Turkey Fry/Whatever We Want
In the spirit of club solidarity, we are hoping to pull together a large outdoor gathering with food, family, drinks, and a bonfire. Bring your ideas to the meeting this week, and let’s decide on a date!
As always, don’t forget to bring:
1. Beers
2. Glass
3. Note Taking Materials
4. And your snarky comments
See you all on Friday!!
—josh
