Flashback to 2011 here
From DC Brau:
“It’s been a decade since the District’s beer community lined up around the block to get into Meridian Pint in Columbia Heights on Tax Day to grab a pint from the inaugural keg of DC Brau’s pale ale. Ten years and almost 40,000 barrels of The Public later, DC’s first craft packaging brewery is celebrating the momentous milestone with a year-long tribute to its first beer. (more…)
From an email:
“Washington Nationals Philanthropies has proudly partnered with Bluejacket Brewery on the release of “We Are the Ship, All Else the Sea” in honor of Black History Month. The label honors Washington Homestead Grays great and Washington Nationals Ring of Honor member Josh Gibson. The Double IPA was brewed to celebrate the District’s rich baseball history and raise money for future generations of ballplayers through the work of the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy (YBA). (more…)
1345 Connecticut Ave, NW
In late December Barredindc reported that “The Big Hunt Has Terminated Its Lease. Building for Sale/Rent”. I’ve been waiting for official word to come out but after spotting this dreaded sticker, I can be in denial no more:
For those not familiar:
“The Big Hunt is a one-of-a-kind dive bar and comedy venue in a sea of trendy clubs in the Dupont Circle area of Washington DC.
Open since 1992, The Big Hunt is one of DC’s oldest beer bars and has been serving quality craft beers on draft since long before the craft movement became mainstream”
The Big Hunt’s website is no longer live, their phone number has been disconnected and their last Facebook post is a tribute to their founder Joe Englert (RIP) and the page lists that they have “Permanently Closed”.
There’s much that can be said about The Big Hunt. It had it’s ups and downs like all spots do that have been open for so many years. At the end of the day all I can say is that I spent many many hours here, had many many good times here and met many many great people here. This Big Hunt was a great bar. (more…)
Photo courtesy DC Brau
From DC Brau:
“DC Brau is adding a new hoppy ale to its award-winning line-up of flagship craft beer this month with The Imperial, a hybrid Double IPA that crosses a New England-style Hazy IPA and a filtered American IPA for a unique drinking experience. The Imperial enters the market starting January 27th via the brewery’s online store and retail distribution. (more…)
via Occasion Ales and Atlas Brew Works
The good word from Occasion Ales:
“Thanks to your overwhelming support, Batch 1 of our 2021 commemorative Inauguration beer quickly sold out. Many of you reached out to us about a second run, so, we’ve decided to fire up the tanks if enough people are interested (once 200 cases of beer are pre-ordered). (more…)
From Atlas Brew Works:
“Inauguration Edition Special Releases – now available to order
Cheers to President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris with Atlas Brew Works’ special Inauguration edition releases: Amtrak Joe’s Pilsner and Madam Veep’s IPA. Brewed with Saaz and Mt. Hood hops, Amtrak Joe’s Pilsner is a crisp, light, and refreshing 4.7% ABV craft lager. Brewed with Mosaic and Citra hops, Madam Veep’s IPA is a 5.7% ABV juicy pale ale, packed with citrus flavor. (more…)
From DC Brau:
“The DC beer community lost our friend Ben Tolkan this past October after an epic five-and-a-half-year battle with Ewing’s Sarcoma. A charismatic mainstay within the community, Ben worked the bar at Pizzeria Paradiso before representing Brooklyn Brewery and DC Brau in the District. To honor his memory and his inspiring contribution to the DC craft beer scene, seven local breweries, along with longtime friends and family members, have come together to create a special American Pale Ale called Living the Dream, which will be available in limited quantities throughout Washington, DC, starting on Friday, December 11th.
“Ben’s unwavering optimism was infectious,” says DC Brau CEO & Co-Founder Brandon Skall. “He always saw the cup half full and the world as a beautiful place full of life and laughter. He always had a smile on his face, and spent each day ‘living the dream.’ We were honored to have him as part of the DC Brau family.”
The idea of the project came together in early November. The breweries collaborated with Ben’s friends and family, along with other community partners, including Pizzeria Paradiso and Jerkface Jerky, on the beer’s development. DC Brau is spearheading the Living the Dream brew along with contributions from Right Proper, Atlas Brew Works, 3 Stars, Bluejacket, Oxbow, and Hellbender.
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2052 West Virginia Avenue, NE. Photo by Atlas Brew Works
From a press release:
“Solar-powered craft brewery, Atlas Brew Works is excited to debut its much-anticipated winter patio just in time for colder weather. Atlas’ Ivy City Brewery & Tap Room has outfitted its patio with firepits and cozy couches so guests can continue to drink their beers comfortably outdoors. Navy Yard residents will have similar views soon as Atlas Half Street Brewery & Tap Room will add electric heaters to its expansive patio in the coming weeks. (more…)
via Other Half Brewing DC (1401 Okie Street, NE)
Thanks to G for passing on from Other Half Brewing DC via DC Beer, Other Half DC writes:
“It’s finally happening, folks! Other Half DC is set to open THIS Saturday. We have been working towards this day from the first time we visited DC, and we are beyond thrilled that it’s finally here. We’re coming in hot with some of our old favorites and new DC renditions of collabs, along with a few brand new beers. ⠀
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Order [Friday], 10/16, starting at noon, for PICKUP on Saturday, 10/17. (more…)
1401 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
From an email:
“Shelter Craft Beer, Wine & Cocktails
From the minds behind ChurchKey, The Sovereign, The Grand Delancey & Bluejacket (among others), Shelter features many of the key elements that one would expect from a Neighborhood Restaurant Group beer bar: (more…)