Author: ryan

Ryan Anderson (that's me!) is the editor & founder of MNBeer. Much has changed since the fall of 2005 and I'm proud to have been a part of it all. Sometime I'll tell you about my grand theory that links craft brewing to punk rock. Just ask.

Minneapolis Town Hall Festivus Tonight

Yes I know your friends who loooooved Seinfeld hold a Festivus party every year complete with ugly sweaters (nobody’s ever thought of that one before) and a crappy gift exchange full ironic hipster mall junk. Forget that noise. Minneapolis Town Hall Brewery’s Festivus is the only one in town worth your time. Sample this year’s Festivus beer (an imperial witbier) as well as other holiday specials like Grinch’s Grog and elves’ Elixir and mulled beer and wine on their patio. Don’t miss this! Starts at 5pm.

Winterfest Tickets go on Sale at Noon Today!

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Tickets for Minnesota’s premiere “locals-only” brew festival go on sale at noon today. Though Winterfest certainly isn’t a cheap affair, it’s a blast and features tons of special beers from our local breweries in celebration of Minnesota beer, winter and, well… beer.

“Come and join us for the 13th Annual Winterfest! This craft beer sampling event celebrates beer brewed in Minnesota by the breweries and brew pubs that are current members of the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild. Chase out the winter chill with a multitude of Winter Warmers, hearty food, beer education, entertainment and music.”

Tickets are $75 + a $7 fee. Please don’t be a chump and sell them on Craigslist or Ebay.

New this year, Winterfest is moving to Union Depot in St. Paul.

Schell’s Pilsner Series Artwork

Last week we told you about the upcoming 30th Anniversary Pilsner Series from Schell’s. Lo and behold, this week, we have new artwork in hand. Check out the three new labels for the series below. Can’t wait to taste these for myself@

Worthy Adversary Launches This Saturday, 12/7

worthyNewly crowned “Kind of a Big Deal” Winter Seasonal winner (and a beer I got to try in the homebrew stage at The Four Firkins) Fulton Worthy Adversary arrives just in time to warm up the insides this Saturday. If you’re not familiar, Worthy Adversary is a Russian Imperial stout that nearly falls into the 10% abv category. The Fulton taproom opens at noon and you’ll be able to grab growlers  ($18/fill) or taste this beer on tap ($5/12 oz pour).

On Monday, Worthy Adversary kegs will be flowing into bars and restaurants and 750mL bottles will start to hit liquor store shelves. Enjoy!