We are looking forward to Firkin Fest 2010.  Thanks to The Happy Gnome for putting on this event.  We hope you will join us there and have a great time.

Farm Girl Saison®: “Honey Ginger Girl” – 5.5% ABV – An interesting take on our flagship, Farm Girl, this saison is infused with local honey and whole fresh ginger in the cask and aged for a unique experience. Relax and have a few!

Crosscut Pale Ale™: “Ol’ Pine Box” - 5.5% ABV - Well balanced amber pale ale accentuated by multiple additions of floral Cascade hops, including a copious amount within the cask, and our unique introduction of grapefruit zest to compliment the citrus notes of the hops. Aged on oak and spruce essence!

Chestnut Hill™: “A La Nutsack” – 7.5% ABV - A wonderfully big nut brown ale crafted with roasty toasty malts balanced with Yakima hops and just enough alcohol to keep you warm on an early spring afternoon. Aged with an overloaded sack of fresh roasted hazelnuts, heightening the experience. Enjoy!

Grumpy’s in Roseville will be tapping a firkin of Ginger Honey Girl on Friday at noon for Firkin Friday.  This is your chance to preview a pint before Firkin Fest on Saturday.  Stop by and check it out.

When: Friday, March 19th, 2010.  Noon – Until the firkin is empty
Where: Grumpy’s Roseville, 2801 Snelling Avenue North, Roseville, MN‎

128 Café offers a traditional and progressive America food in a welcoming environment.  We are pleased to work with Stillwater local Jill Wilson, who owns 128 Café.  Join us at 128 Café in St. Paul on Tuesday, March 30th for a delicious beer dinner. 128 Café will be serving a 5-course dinner paired with 5 of our tasty beers.

Menu:
• First Course: Belgian Style ‘Fritjes’ (French Fries" with Meyer Lemon Aioli – Farm Girl Saison®
• Second Course: Steamed Mussels in Crosscut ale with chives – Crosscut Pale Ale™
• Third Course: Roasted Garlic and Goat Cheese Crostini with Apple Chutney – Harvestör™ Fresh Hop Ale
• Fourth Course: Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Potatoes, Sauerkraut, sautéed vegetables and Demi – Biscotti™
• Dessert: Choice of Brownie or Sorbet – Chai Girl

When: Tuesday, March 30th, 2010.  Dinner at 6:30 PM.
Where: 128 Café, 128 North Cleveland Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Tickets: $55 per person.  Reservations required, please call (651) 645-4128 or e-mail the 128 Café staff directly at info@128cafe.net to get your seat. Space is limited.