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HopValley Brewing Co. had been open for about a week when I stopped by. They have done a remarkable job of opening this beautiful restaurant and brewery in very short order. Lot’s of light and warm wood, not only is the decor inviting, but the beers are outstanding. This is a worthwhile destination just a block or so off of the beaten path in Springfield, Oregon.

Brewmaster and part owner Trevor Howard has already proven himself to be a world class brewer with several medals in his portfolio. Now he will have the freedom to create and experiment with beer styles and processes. This is the type of brewer that will always have something new and exciting to try. Like the Vanilla Porter, which definitely made my “favorites” list.

Trevor and I just fired up the recorder and proceeded to chat about HopValley, opening a restaurant and brewery, the proposed 1900% Oregon beer tax increase, brews to expect, and more. All more interesting to hear Trevor share, than for me to list here.

General Manager Scott Trotter tells us the history behind the stunning wooden bar. Marty Tremaine reveals some of the rhyme and reasoning behind HopValley’s theme and the historic images throughout the restaurant. Make the pilgrimage to beervana, and spend an afternoon at HopValley brewing Co. Discover world class beers, spectacular food, and stimulating conversation.

These kind folks have donated a couple of t-shirts. Send me an email with HopValley Brewing Co. in the subject field for your chance to win one. I have one men’s and one woman’s styles. You’ll find my email link at craftbrewcast.com, and I’ll pick the winners 30 days from the date of this post.

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I Just recieved the following from 21st Amendment’s Shaun O’Sullivan: 

Brewer’s Library Beer Dinner

Hey Gang,

We hope everyone had a great holiday season. We have something special planned for the New Year. Join us January 11th in the Brewers Loft for the first and one of a kind Brewer’s Library Dinner.

For the past 7 years Shaun has amassed a collection of unique, rare and aged beers from other brewers, visitors and on his travels around the world and it is time to open up the cellar and try these extraordinary beers with great food. Chef Lorenzo has put together quite a meal that will be paired with the beers from the
library.

The fun starts at 6:30 PM with hors d’oeuvres in the brewery
followed by a five-course beer-paired meal on the mezzanine and then cigars and after-dinner beers outside in the beer garden.

We are limiting space to 20 people for this special event, so reserve now and tell your friends. Price is $120 per person, including tax and gratuity. Here is the menu just to tease your appetite.

21st Amendment
Brewers Library Dinner

January 11, 2008
6:30 PM

Hand Passed Amuse Bouche

Sea of Cortez Scallops with Morel Mushrooms and Sauce Americain

Roasted Acorn Squash Gnocchi in “sguazet” with White Truffle and Shaved
Reggiano

Salad of Haricot Vert with Gratin Galapagos Island Shrimp and Roasted Hop
Vinaigrette

Intermezzo

Mari e Monti- Roasted Niman Ranch Tenderloin and Maryland Striped Bass with
Fine Herb Bernaise Sauce

Chocolate Lava Cake with Crème Anglaise and Blood Orange Sauce

We hope to see you at this special dinner and soon at the 21A

Thanks for your support,

Nico and Shaun

21st Amendment Brewery
563 2nd Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

www.21st-Amendment.com

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Now selling Watermelon Wheat and 21A IPA in Cans.
Join the Revolution and Take Back the Cans!

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Beginning November 30^th 2007 you can head over to Hopworks Urban Brewery aka H.U.B. to purchase the fine microbrews that brewers Christian Ettinger and Ben Love are brewing up. Their beers have been available for a few months at surrounding tap houses so the beer appreciators in Portland Oregon are well familiar with these quality craft brews. Now you can spread the love from your home or party too. Just in time for the holidays.

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Just tried Zingerbier at Luck Labrador in NW Portland, Oregon. WOW. Dark redish brown, clear with a creamy persistent head. Malty,very well balanced with the ginger which delicately comes forward in the finish. GREAT BEER. In keeping with the spiced beers that we see this time of year with a nice suprising twist in the ginger. A highlight of my weekend!

Lucky Labrador

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The Green Dragon Bistro and Brewpub had a soft opening this past Friday. Brewmaster Lauren aka LoLo was still putting in lines, but they had an outstanding lineup of ales pouring. I’d have to say the best surprise was Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout on Nitro no less. Fantastic. I also had a gorgonzola and strawberry salad from the Bistro that paired very well with the Old Rasputin. The place is beautiful! Gorgeous wrapped wood back bar, Black stone like bar top with glass tiles imbedded with the Green Dragon logo and what looked like magical Dragon Scales. Jim Parker tells me that he’s planning beer dinners as well as Spirits paring in partnership with Integrity Spirits. Keep your eye on the folks at Green Dragon. Nothing was usual. The menu in the bistro is unique and the Brewery’s approach to draft beer is as well. The taps will constantly rotate so it’s gonna be a place to frequent for Craft Beer lovers. Jim talked about their plans in the Oregon Brewers Festival episode here on the Craft Brew Cast. Check it out, and visit Jim at the Green Dragon on your next Brew expedition. Tell him I sent you!

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