For each Baltimore Ravens’ game, I pick a victory ale to enjoy if they win. For the past 2 games, my victory beer has been a Krampus Ale, a bottle of homebrew stashed in the basement since 2016. Sadly, the bottle remains unopened, just waiting for the next Ravens’ win.
Continue reading No Krampus Yet
Yesterday was exciting, rewarding, and very wet. For some reason, it reminded me of an old saying…
Continue reading Cold and wet
Are you a fan of dark beers? If so, Max’s Tap House has an event for you.
Continue reading Black Friday
A few of the Pint Night gang attended the Ravens/Patriots late night game this Sunday.
Continue reading Ravens Rule!
January 23, 2019
Nepenthe Brewing, a brewpub and homebrew shop, opens January 25th at 4:00 PM on 3626 Falls Road in Baltimore. Besides 6 beers on tap, they will offer wine, a full bar, and a full menu. Continue reading Nepenthe Grand Opening
Brrr, it’s cold outside. Stay inside, prop up your feet, and enjoy these beer reads.
Relay, MD Aug 3, 2018
Diageo, the owners of Seagrams and Guinness, opened the Guinness Open Gate Brewery & Barrel House this Friday, August 3rd at 3 pm. After a 15-minute drive from Columbia, MD, we arrived at the Guinness Brewery about 3:45 pm. At the gate entrance, we were given wristbands (free admission) proving our worthiness to drink Irish beer. We entered the “Open Gate”, a little stunned by the enormous, amusement park feel. Continue reading Guinness Comes to Baltimore
Hampden, MD (Baltimore) Aug 1, 2018
The Columbia Pint Night crew ventured out of Howard County to the northern Baltimore neighborhood that brought us HonFest and Christmas on 34th Street – Hampden. Our final destination was the Five and Dime Ale House.
Baltimore, MD June 30, 2018
Despite a nasty heat wave and the Hawaiian shirt giveaway at Oriole Park, a steady stream of customers trickled into Checkerspot Brewing for their grand opening. Continue reading Checkerspot and Orioles Hawaiian Shirts
Early this morning, I’ll be harvesting potatoes from my garden. It is has been hot and dry, so I plan to water as well. Later, I’ll hide away in the A/C and watch a little World Cup soccer: it’s France vs. Argentina, then Uruguay vs. Portugal. Around 5:00 PM, I plan to drive into Baltimore for the Checkerspot Brewing’s Grand Opening. It’s open from 12 PM – 12 AM today.
I’ve discovered a few “beer reads” for your amusement on this 90° plus weekend. Enjoy.