Tag Archives: craft brewing

South Florida Beer Week is Announced

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Gerard Walen

Earlier this year, there was some discussion about creating a Florida Beer Week for 2012, with events throughout the state to promote its craft beer scene to the rest of the country – and the world. I supported this movement, … Continue reading →

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Cigar City Coming to Tampa International Airport

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Gerard Walen

One of the banes of a beer geek’s existence is being stuck on a long layover in an airport that doesn’t serve local craft brews anywhere on site. The pain becomes even worse if you’ve spent time in terminals that … Continue reading →

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Video Tour of Cigar City’s Brewery Expansion

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Gerard Walen

One of the highlights of the American Homebrewers Association Rally on Wednesday at Cigar City Brewing was a tour of the Tampa craft brewery’s new brewing space, conducted by head brewer Wayne Wambles. There has been a lot of interest … Continue reading →

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Drink Barleywine; Then Walk the Line

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Gerard Walen

Big and bold barleywine staggers to the front of the stage this weekend during the Dunedin Brewers Guild’s 10th annual Walk the Line on Barleywine and Strong Ale Stumble. A festival and tasting will be Saturday from 6 to 9 … Continue reading →

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