1st Semi-Annual "Weird Michigan" Beer and Food Exhibition

  To say that Michigan brewers are having fun with their beer is a massive understatement. Sometimes it seems like one big competition to see who can brew the weirdest, craziest, most bizarre beer ever. I'm a big fan of the spirit behind these beers and will try even the craziest-sounding brews at least once. Sure, some of them are complete flops, but I admire the creativity and enthusiasm that go into making them. And hey, some of them are really fantastic! Last night, Seth and I made a trip out to the Shark Club in Howell for the first of what will be many “Weird Michigan” events to come -- an event celebrating the unique spirit that...

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Weekend Beer Events - July 28-31

We're almost to the end of Michigan Craft Beer Month and over halfway through the summer (oops, I said it!), so it's time to make the most of what's left!  Get out and enjoy some of these great beer events going on this weekend.  Seth and I will be kicking off the last weekend in July by attending the 1st Semi-Annual "Weird Michigan" Beer and Food Exhibition at Shark Club in Howell tonight.  It's going to be a great chance to enjoy some of the rarest beers in the state, so we hope to see you there! Thursday, July 28: 1st Semi-Annual "Weird Michigan" Beer and Food Exhibition Time: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Cost: No cover.  $1...

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14th Annual Summer Beer Fest

On the third Saturday of July, wrapping up the end of one of the hottest summer weeks in Michigan, the Michigan Brewers Guild hosted the 14th annual Summer Beer Fest. Over 60 breweries across the Great Beer State lugged 450 different beers up, down, and over to the Riverside Park in Ypsilanti, Michigan. A bit late to the party, by the time the Michigan Beer Blog arrived on Saturday, the biggest beer party in Michigan was already in its second day. The line to get in stretched forever. The grounds just prior to public entry Same grounds mid festival With over 9000 brewers, pourers, and beer drinkers in attendance, mother nature saw...

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Weekend Beer Events - July 21-24

Unless you've been living under a rock for the past few weeks, you've probably heard that there's this little event going on this weekend called the 14th Annual Michigan Summer Beer Festival.  If, for some reason, you aren't going (shame on you!) and you're looking for something else to do this weekend (in between uncontrollable fits of crying because you aren't at the festival), don't worry -- I have your back.  Thursday, July 21:Wolverine State Brewing Co. Indoor Art FairTime: 4:00 pm to 12:00 amCost: No coverVenue: Wolverine State Brewing CompanyAddress: 2019 W. Stadium, Ann Arbor, MIDetails: "The Wolverine State Brewing...

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Weekend Beer Events - July 14-17

Looking for something to do this weekend?  As always, Michigan isn't going to let you down.  Check out some of these great beer events going on throughout the weekend! Thursday, July 14: ABC Brew Pub - Beer Tasting: Wheats and Lambics Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Cost: $25 in advance, $30 if purchased on tasting day.  Call 734-213-1393 to order tickets over the phone. Venue: Arbor Brewing Company Address: 114 E Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Details: "This tasting truly has something for every palate. From light and fruity wits, to clean refreshing American wheats to knock your socks off sour Belgian Lambics. We’ll select the best 2 dozen or so brews from the wide spectrum of wheat beers and pair them with an appetizer buffet, provide style and tasting notes, and top off...

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Primetime Brewers First Annual Food and Beer Pairing Dinner

Wednesday, June 29th marked the first ever Beer and Food Pairing Dinner held by the Primetime Brewers, a home brewing association based in Grand Rapids.  Hosted in the beautiful Rockford Community Cabin, the group of avid beer and cider brewers came up with 20 dishes designed explicitly to showcase beer brewed by the same people making the food. Who got the privilege of judging the winners? We did! It was no easy decision, either. The Primetime Brewers know their food as well as they know their beer; the gamut ran from rich and hearty pork, venison, and cheese sausage served with smoked potatoes to the original and delightful IPA spring...

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