FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

STILLWATER, MN, October 22, 2012. – Lift Bridge Brewing Co’s Hop Dish™ IPA hits the shelves today.  This is the forth year round beer available in bottles.  The recipe draws inspiration from West Coast IPAs, but is rooted in Midwestern tradition.  We load 7 different varieties of American hops to give Hop Dish™ IPA citrus, pine, and fruit aroma and flavor notes.  As solid malt bill firmly supports the hops.  Stop in to your favorite beer store and check out the new Hop Dish™ IPA bottle release.

Beer style: India Pale Ale
ABV: 7.5%
IBU: 70

About Lift Bridge Brewing Co

Lift Bridge Brewing Co was established in 2008 by a group of Stillwater guys dedicated to creating well-balanced beers that will help you slow down, relax, and appreciate life. Our tasty brews can be found at fine retail establishments throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, as well as our own Brewery and Taproom at 1900 Tower Drive, Stillwater, MN.

Lift Bridge Brewing Co currently offers four year round beers including Farm Girl Saison®, Hop Dish™ IPA, Chestnut Hill™ Brown Ale, and Crosscut™ Pale Ale. We also release season and annual brews. Up next on the release schedule is Harvestör™ Fresh Hop Ale - October, Commander™ Barleywine - November, Biscotti™ - December.

Contact:
Dan Schwarz
dan @ liftbridgebrewery.com
1900 Tower Drive
Stillwater, MN 55082
Ph: +888-430-BEER (2337) x55

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Event Background

Join us for this annual event to celebrate the hop harvest here in Minnesota.  Since the early days, we have been growing our own hops for our annual fresh hop brew called Harvestör™.  We have outgrown the garage and the backyard hop garden.  We have partnered up with our friends at Hippity Hops Farms in Forest Lake, MN.  They grow organic hops right here in Washington County.  Last year we enlisted your help to pick the hops at the brewery.  Not sure what to expect?  Check out the Heavy Table article from last year.

Pickin’

5-8 pm – All ages – Free - We will cut down the bines and bring them into the brewery.  Join us there to help pick fresh hops for the brew.  We will be brewing during the event!  We will have live blue grass music from The Farm House Band and plenty of beer.  This is open to all ages.  You must reserve your free spot using the online ticket system. 

Grinnin’

9-Midnight – 21+ – $8+fees or $10 day of – Pat McCurdy will be on stage to play a great mix of tunes.  Haven’t heard of Mr. McCurdy?  Well then you are in for a treat.  Your entrance fee gets you your first beer (or root beer if you prefer) and access to the show.  Pick up tickets online or skip the fees and buy at the brewery taproom.

When: Friday, September 7th, 2012, 5-8 PM and 9-Midnight.
Where: Lift Bridge Brewery, 1900 Tower Drive, Stillwater, MN
Cost: Free and $8 from the brewery or Online (+transaction fees), $10 at the door.

FAQs

Below is a list of questions we commonly get. We will update the list as they come in.

• UPDATED - What if I get hungry and want some grub? Food will be provided by two of our favorite fine food trucks.  The MidNord Empanada Truck and NateDogs will both be on hand.
• How about kids? Yes and No.  They are welcome for the Pickin’ portion but not the Grinnin’ portion.  We have root beer for those driving and those under 21.
• Can I buy tickets the day of?  We sold out last year, so we recommend getting yours now.  We will update the online ticket site so you can see how many spots are left.
• Do you accept credit/debit cards? Yes, most credit cards are accepted.
• UPDATED - Will you have any special beer on tap for the event? Yes, we are releasing Lift Bridge Oktoberfest.  It is a Märzen style beer just in time to celebrate the harvest and Oktoberfest.  It will be release at the event and available the in fine beer bars and restaurants the following week.  
• What if I want to come to both parts? Great!  That is highly encouraged.  When signing up, pick up tickets for both the Pickin’ and Grinnin’.  
• When will Harvestör™ be ready? Look for it the end of September at fine beer bars and the taproom. 
• Can I get a growler of Harvestör™? Yes, once the beer is ready, we will have growlers to go in the taproom.
• UPDATED - Can I get a growler of Lift Bridge Oktoberfest? Yes, you will be able to take a growler home with you starting Friday (9/7).
• Will you bottle Harvestör™ this year? Not this year.

The Irish Coffee Stout™ is the latest Limited Release beer by Lift Bridge Brewery.  The Irish Coffee Stout™ will be available for the first time on tap and in 750ml bottles from the brewery, on March 10th during our Release Party. In addition to getting into the event, your ticket will get you a glass and a ticket for your first beer. The event will feature Live Music, Irish Toasts, Games and 750ml Bottle Sales.

About the Beer

It is inspired by the delightful combination of whiskey, coffee, and cream. You don’t have to be Irish and it doesn’t have to be the morning to enjoy this labor of love. Our Russian Imperial Stout was aged in whiskey barrels, then blended with a big Milk Stout, and finally infused with locally roasted cold pressed coffee.

Release Party

To celebrate the release of the beer, we are having a party at the brewery. What can you expect at the event?

• Sample of the Irish Coffee Stout™
• Logo Glass to take home with you
• Good. Irish. Music.  The Langer’s Ball
• Irish Toasts
• For Purchase:
  • Lift Bridge Beers
  • Great local tavern cuisine by The Patriot’s Tavern
    • Stout Stew
    • Ruben Sliders

Tickets for the event are on sale now and are available for purchase during normal taproom hours (Thu-Fri 5-8 PM and Sat 2-5 PM) or Online.

When: Saturday, March 10th, 2011, 4-8 PM.
Where: Lift Bridge Brewery, 1900 Tower Drive, Stillwater, MN
Cost: $10 from the brewery or Online (+transaction fees), 750ml bottles will be for sale for $12 (tax included).

FAQs

Below is a list of questions we commonly get. We will update the list as they come in.

• Can I buy tickets the day of?  We have a limited number of tickets, so your best bet is to pick them up now.  If there are tickets available the day of the event, you will be able to purchase at the door.  
• Do you accept credit/debit cards? Yes, most credit cards are accepted.
• What if I can’t make it to the brewery to pick up the tickets? No problem, tickets can be purchased online here. 
• What if I just want to pick up beer? That is fine, you do not need to buy a ticket to the event.  Stop in anytime from 1-8 PM to pick it up in the taproom.
• Can I buy the beer in fine beer stores? A limited amount of beer will be for sale the following week at fine beer stores in the area.
• Will the beer be on tap at my favorite bar? Yes.  We will be kegging the Irish Coffee Stout and releasing it for sale in fine beer bars in the area the following week.

Purchase a ticket to reserve your 750ml bottle of Commander™ at the brewery from now until Nov. 18th  With your ticket you can pick up your bottles on Nov. 19th from 3-8pm during the Commander™ Release Party.   If you can’t make the date no problem, your bottle/s will be set aside in the brewery after Nov 19th until the end of the year and can be picked up during normal taproom hours.

To purchase tickets:

When: Thu-Fri 5-8 PM and Sat 2-5 PM.
Where: Only at Lift Bridge Brewery, 1900 Tower Drive, Stillwater, MN
Cost: $15 per 750ml bottle, limit 6 per person. 

About the Beer

The Commander™ is our English-Style Barleywine ale brewed with heavy fists of malts and subtle, sweet Cardamom. Aged in bourbon barrels, its bold, complex flavor reaches heights measured only by the building of its namesake. This 12.5% ABV treat is best enjoyed in smaller portions when you have some time to savor it,between now and 2020.  The  barrels were shipped directly from Heaven Hill Distillery in Kentucky shortly after they were emptied.

Release Party

To celebrate the release of the beer, we are having a party at the brewery. What can you expect at the event?

• Sample of the Commander™ and a Limited Release glass
• Live music throughout the day (TBA)
• Games:
  • Hammerschlagen
  • Bags tournament
  • Commander™ Mustache Contest (Start growing it now!)
• For Purchase:
  • Lift Bridge Beers
  • Food by local Food trucks (TBA)

Tickets for the event will go on sale at the brewery on Thursday, October 20th, 2011 at 5 PM.  Tickets will be available for sale during normal taproom hours (Thu-Fri 5-8 PM and Sat 2-5 PM). 

When: Saturday, November 19th, 2011, 3-8 PM. 
Where: Lift Bridge Brewery, 1900 Tower Drive, Stillwater, MN
Cost: $10 from the brewery

FAQs

Below is a list of questions we commonly get.  We will update the list as they come in.

• Do you accept credit/debit cards? Yes, most credit cards are accepted.
• What if I can’t make it to the brewery to pick up the tickets, will you take orders by phone or online? Sorry, at this point tickets are only available at the brewery during the hours listed above. 
• I can’t make it to the event that day, can my good buddy (sibling, best-man, parents, etc.) pick up my beer for me? Sorry, no.  The tickets for the beer are not transferrable.  See below.
• What if I can’t make it to the brewery to pick up my beer the day of the event? We will hold your beer until the end of the year and you can pick it up during normal taproom hours.
• What if I just want to pick up my beer? That is fine, you do not need to buy a ticket to the event.
• Do I have to pre-buy tickets to pick up a bottle?  No, however those with tickets will get their bottles first.  If there are any left, you will be able to purchase a bottle.
• Can I buy the beer in fine beer stores? With our limited production, it is unlikely it will be available in your local beer store.
• Will the beer be on tap at my favorite bar?  With our limited production, it is unlikely it will be available in your favorite bar.

Today (June 19th, 2009) at 4:30 PM we will begin delivering six packs of Farm Girl Saison® to a dozen liquor stores.  I added a page to our website which shows a map and list of the locations.  We are going to start in Stillwater and work our way West.  The plan is to have beer to everyone by 7:30 PM tonight. 

Thanks to everyone who sent us their favorite beer stores.  We also want to thank you for your support and hope you enjoy a Farm Girl to go.

Here is the list:
• Bayport Liquor
• Haskel’s - Stillwater
• Heritage Liquors
• Libery Village Wines and Spirits
• Liquor Time
• Oaks Wine & Spirits
• Princeton’s Liquors – Maple Grove
• Surdyk’s
• The Four Firkins
• Top Ten Wine and Spirits
• Yarmo Liquor Store Inc

We are pleased to release our 3rd specialty beer called Minnesota Tan.  Those who attended the Lift Bridge Beer Dinner @ the Water Street Inn got a sneak taste. 

Beer style: Infused Belgian Triple Ale
ABV: 8.5%
Description: Belgian Triple Ale infused with Lingonberries give this beer a pink tint, much like the first tan of the summer.  Don’t get burned while enjoying this refreshing summer treat.

Brad delivered kegs to the following places today:

• Mad Capper Saloon & Eatery – Stillwater
• Muddy Pig – St. Paul
• Ngon’s Vietnamese Bistro – St. Paul
• The Happy Gnome – St. Paul

We hope you enjoy the beer as much as we enjoyed brewing it.

Lift Bridge Brewery has entered a relationship with Point Brewery in Stevens Point, Wisconsin on production of our Farm Girl Saison®.  This will allow us to produce larger batches of Farm Girl Saison® and to begin bottle production in June 2009.  We will continue our brewing relationship with the good people at Flat Earth Brewing Company in St. Paul, MN.  This move will allow our brew team more time to concentrate on our mission of creating new tasty brews and working on bringing brewing back to Stillwater, MN. 

We are pleased to announce that yesterday we delivered our first kegs of our second seasonal called Biscotti™.  Right now the following places have kegs:

• Stub & Herbs 
• The Blue Door Pub
• The Muddy Pig
• The Happy Gnome
• The Mad Capper
• Ngon’s Vietnamese Bistro

Expect to see them added to the rotation soon.  Click here for all tap locations.  Below is a description of the Biscotti™.

Biscotti™ – Unique Belgian Style Ale

7% ABV – We drew inspiration from Steve’s Grandmother’s holiday biscotti recipe to create this one of a kind brew.  By utilizing an array of malts, oats, wheat, pure local honey, light European hops and delicately spicing with Grains of Paradise, Madagascar vanilla beans, whole star anise, all brought together with traditional Belgian yeast, the result is a cloudy, deep copper colored, complex experience.  This delight to the senses should be served in a 12 ounce footed glass and allowed to warm to 50 degrees to fully gather the malt and spice spectrum. 

Enjoy!

On Thursday, August 14th, 2008 the Lift Bridge Brewery will be brewing our first batch of Farm Girl Saison™ for commercial distribution.  Together with Flat Earth Brewing Company in St. Paul, MN we will be bringing you our recipes.  This is the first step in reaching our goal of bringing a craft brewery to Stillwater, MN.

Flat Earth Brewing Company has open hours for growler sales on Thursday from 4:00-6:00 PM.  At the end of the brew session we will be toasting to Batch 0.  We invite you to join us for the toast just before 5:00 PM.   

Flat Earth Brewing Company - 2035 Benson Ave, St. Paul, MN

We want to thank Jeff Williamson for his guidance and support in making our dream a reality.