Guinness Releases Stock Ale Just in Time for the Holiday Season

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Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore recently announced the next beer from a line of new barrel-aged beers at the brewery – the Guinness Stock Ale Aged in Bulleit Bourbon Barrels.

The newest beer is the endgame of a Guinness Barleywine and a Guinness Imperial Stout – both brewed in Baltimore and aged in Bulleit Bourbon barrels before being blended together. The high gravity stout and malty barleywine lead to a hearty and full-bodied beer with notes of nutty chocolate, raisins, roasted barley and sweet dark fruit with an ABV of 10%. Aromas of vanilla, coffee, stone fruit and ripe berries come off of this intense and luxuriant stock ale.

This limited release is sure to be the perfect gift for any beer lover this holiday season and surely the best one for gatherings with friends and family.

Buy It:

You can purchase Guinness Stock Ale Aged in Bulleit Bourbon Barrels on shelves at specialty beer stores across the U.S. in 4-packs of 11.2oz bottles for a limited time for a suggested retail price of $19.99.

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The Perfect Father's Day Gift for Any Man: The @brobasket!

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Whether you’re a guy or a gal this Father's Day buying for your father, grandfather, brother or life partner, choosing a gift can be a stressful…even a painful process! Men are notoriously hard to buy for, no matter what the occasion.

Thankfully, there’s now a real solution designed to make it virtually impossible to mess up your loved one’s gift. TheBroBasket.com offers the coolest choices of custom baskets that scream masculine... delivered right to his door.

Unlike anything out there,TheBroBasket’s gifts include craft beer, fine wines and spirits along with their favorite brand name gear and goodies. All baskets are 100% customizable and come in non-alcoholic versions too!

For my husband this Father's Day (shhh....don't tell him - it is a surprise!), I picked out The Ultimate Gift for Men basket! I had such a hard time deciding on just one basket because all the baskets from TheBroBasket were awesome and something I thought my husband would love!!

But, alas, I decided on The Ultimate Gift for Men because he is a big fan of craft beers....and because what man doesn’t want a BIG bucket of beer?

If your guy like buckets of beer, then they sure are going to LOVE this Ultimate Gift for Men! This thing is loaded with 12 of their favorite beers, two coasters, a bottle opener (we don’t want to leave them hanging), and most importantly it comes in a cool reusable tub, on ice!

The coolest thing about this BroBasket is that if the guy you’re buying this for enjoys more than one kind of beer then you can give them 12 beers from multiple breweries; leading to the ultimate beer tourist experience.

I love that TheBroBasket is not the typical Father's Day gift but one my husband will definitely use! :) Guys are bored of getting the same ol’ socks, ties, and gift cards. Hopefully, this Father's Day, my husband will get something he really wants thanks to TheBroBasket! :) And maybe let me drink some of those tasty cold beers with him! :)

Buy It:

You can purchase TheBroBasket from their website

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Redd's Releases Limited Flavor - Cranberry Ale!

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My husband and I are huge fans of Redd's Apple Ale so when we were notified about their new limited flavor, Cranberry Ale, a beer that boasts a tart cranberry taste combined with crisp apple notes, we were really excited to try it!

Plus, they will be releasing several other unique twists throughout the year and each of the Limited Pick flavors adds a unique twist to the signature crisp apple taste fans love. The next release in the series will be Redd’s Blueberry Ale in April, followed by Redd’s Ginger Apple Ale in September.

Like the original Apple Ale, the Limited Pick flavors are five percent alcohol by volume, each adding a unique twist to the signature crisp apple taste Redd’s is known for.

We got to try the Cranberry Ale flavor and it really is tart and full of flavor! I might even like it more than the original Apple Ale flavor and that is hard to beat! I really liked the tangy bite and I definitely enjoyed drinking it! :) We will definitely be stocking up on this limited flavor while it lasts!

Buy It:

You can purchase Redd's Limited Pick flavors nationwide at most grocery and convenience stores in 6-pack 12 oz. bottles and 16-ounce cans and in the Variety Pack. All beers will be available for a limited time only while supplies last.

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Tasty Summer Recipes Using Montejo Beer

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This Father's Day, my husband will be enjoying an ice cold Montejo beer and relaxing! It is one of his new favorite beers and I must admit I like to enjoy one right along side him! It is the perfect beverage to have on a hot summer day and to celebrate the great dad in your life this Father's Day!

MONTEJO IS 100% MEXICAN AND 100% AUTHENTIC.

Every time I drink Montejo beer, it takes me to a relaxing spot on vacation in Mexico!

It has been a popular beer in Mexico for decades, and is now be available in the United States. Montejo represents the experience and attributes of the country where it was born: adherence to tradition and culture, pride derived from accomplishments and hard work, and aspirations to achieve greatness.

Montejo has a light golden color and is renowned for its crisp, refreshing finish. Although a lighter lager, Montejo is smooth and full-flavored.

It is such a great tasting beer that Los Angeles native and rising star Chef Eddie Ruiz, head chef and owner of the popular Latin restaurant Corazon y Miel partnered with the Mexican beer brand Montejo to develop a series of summer recipes and accompanying drinks using Montejo beer.

Chef Ruiz has taken this authentically Mexican beer and combined it with sea bass, game hens, chimichurri steak and mouthwatering Montejo BBQ sauce.

Check out some of these tasty recipes below that are perfect for summer entertaining:

MONTEJO CHIMICHURRI

Ingredients

· 1 cup Italian Flat leaf parsley, tightly packed

· 1 cup Cilantro, tightly packed

· 1Ž2 cup Fresh oregano, tightly packed

· 2 Fresno Chilies, seeds removed

· 4 cloves Garlic, crushed

· 2 Crushed chili de arbol

· 1Ž4 cup Distilled vinegar

· 1Ž4 cup red wine vinegar

· 1 tablespoon sea salt

· 1Ž2 Red onion, finely chopped

· To taste Montejo beer

Method

1. Place first 6 ingredients into a food processor and pulse for about 30 seconds. Drizzle in olive oil while food processor is on. Remove from food processor and place into a bowl. Add distilled, red wine vinegar and sea salt. Stir in finely red onion. Add a few ounces of Montejo beer and top any freshly grilled steak. Enjoy the rest of your ice cold Montejo.

Source: E.Ruiz 

MONTEJO BBQ SAUCE

Prep: 15 Minutes

Cook: 120 Minutes

Ingredients

· 12 ounces Montejo

· 2 cups ketchup

· 4 ounces brown sugar

· 4 ounces mustard

· 4 ounces apple cider vinegar

· 1 tablespoon Worcestershire

· 4 ounces dried Spanish chorizo, thin sliced

· 3 ounces honey, or agave 1⁄2 onion, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced

Method

1. Mix all ingredients into a heavy bottomed pot. Cook on low for 1-2 hours stirring every 10-15 minutes. Cook until liquid is reduced by half. Pass BBQ sauce through a strainer. Discarding the bits of chorizo, onion and garlic left behind.

2. Use Montejo BBQ for any of your favorite grilled foods, chicken fingers or french fries.

Source: E.Ruiz (3 cups bbq sauce)

If your Dad or husband loves beer, make sure to get them a case of Montejo to try this Father's Day!

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Celebrate Oktoberfest with Craft A Brew!

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Oktoberfest is coming up and if you are German ancestry like I am, then you know how big of a deal it is!

Let this be the year that you throw caution to the wind and dive feet first into Oktoberfest. The season when millions of people across the global embrace the body, life and spirit of beer -- all beers, from craft brews to mainstream varieties to the distinctive home brewed flavors.

Start a new celebration tradition and make your own beer at home this year for Oktoberfest!

It all starts with your very own Brew Your Own Beer starter kit from Craft A Brew. Priced at just $45.00 for a one-gallon brewing kit, this the perfect way to kick off Oktoberfest at home with friends and family -- and show off your brewing prowess.

Craft a Brew's kit will make outstanding craft beer right out of the box. It was designed to bring the art of brewing into kitchens everywhere by utilizing the freshest ingredients and the simplest instructions. The starter kits come in over nine different beer styles of your choice.

The White House Honey Ale is the beer we are brewing in our house!

Now you can brew beer like the President of the United States! The White House Honey Ale home brewing starter kit features the coveted presidential beer recipe commissioned by President Obama and brewed by his White House Chef. They worked closely with sources close to the White House beer brewing operation to bring you the same recipe (scaled down to fit the size of the kits), ingredients and methods that the White House used to create their famous beer.

This clean, smooth beer is fit for the most discerning craft beer lovers and diplomats alike, and you can brew it right from your own home!

This White House Honey Ale kit includes:

• 1-Gallon carboy
• Funnel
• Racking Cane
• Rubber Stopper
• Transfer tubing and thumb clamp
• Airlock
• Thermometer
• Guide to Craft Brewing
• White House Honey Ale Recipe kit

This is a fun activity and great way to celebrate Oktoberfest this year!

Buy It: 

You can purchase the White House Honey Ale kit for $48 from the Craft A Brew website. 

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Valentine's Day Gift Ideas from Zappos.com

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Men are the HARDEST to buy for on Valentine's Day, aren't they??!!! 

So today I am excited to share a couple of Valentine's Day gift ideas for the men in your lives from Zappos.com, the leading destination in online apparel and footwear.

Calvin Klein Underwear Cotton Stretch Boxer Brief 2-Pack 

$34.50

Men seem to need new boxers constantly so these comfortable everyday boxer briefs from Calvin Klein™ make a great gift idea this Valentine's Day!

The soft cotton stretch fabric retains its shape for extended wear and the signature repeat logo enhances the elastic waistband. It also features a functional fly, curved rear seam and it comes two per pack.

The red color makes it a perfect gift for Valentine's Day and your man will love receiving an item that will be used for many months to come!

Spiegelau Wheat Beer 17 oz. Two-Piece Gift Box 

$24.90

Men and beer are always a good combination and an even better gift idea! Your man loves the taste of premium beer and now they can enjoy the sight of it too with the Spiegelau Wheat Beer 17 oz. Two-Piece Gift Box.

Spiegelau's proprietary Platinum Glass process creates glassware that is lead-free, durable and shiny.
This beautifully sculpted glassware is ideal for the wheat beer of your choice.

It is machine-made and lead free and comes in a set of two and includes a gift box.

These glasses are the perfect gift to cheer to each other on Valentine's Day!

Buy It: You can purchase both these gift ideas and much more from http://www.zappos.com/

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Last Minute Gifts for Him and Her & Giveaway

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If you have a wine or beer lover on your list, make sure to check out these last minute gift ideas:

PackIt Wine Cooler

$19.99

Chill in style. Thanks to PackIt’s patented freezable gel-liner you can keep your Sauvignon Blanc cool – for up to 10 hours!

The Single Wine Cooler fits 1 bottle and the interior mesh pocket is perfect for a wine opener. Simply store the cooler in your freezer for a 12 hour period, pack with the items you want to keep cool and enjoy!

Features:

• Keeps food and drinks cold up to 10 hours.
• Patented freezable-gel is permanently built into the liner.
• PVC/lead-free, non-toxic, earth-safe, & reusable.
• Folds compactly in the freezer for storage.
• Dimensions: 5.5” x 13” x 5” (5.5” x 5” x 2” folded)

Chillsner

$29.95

Presenting the one and only in-bottle, drink-through beer chiller: Chillsner by Corkcicle. Just freeze, insert into any bottled beer and never suffer through another warm brew. Respect the beer. Chillsner is perfect for parties, tailgating and pretty much any occasion where beloved beers are enjoyed.

How to Use:
Step 1. Freeze for 45 minutes.
Step 2. Before using, take a drink of beer to make room for your Chillsner.
Step 3. Press firmly to create a tight seal. Note: Use caution when first inserting as some beers may foam up slightly.
Step 4. Enjoy the Chillsner’s drink-through feature and complete coolness

Wine Pearls 

$29.95

Wine lovers - here's to never putting ice in your wine again. These chic pearls offer chilled temperatures and a touch of class to every glass. Pull one or two pearls from the freezer, add them to your favorite wine, martini or cocktail, and enjoy sipping - in style.

Win It: (1) PackIt wine cooler, (1) SPARQ wine pearls and (1) Chillsner to a lucky winner!

Enter here for a chance to win:

(1) PackIt Wine Cooler
 (1) SPARQ Wine Pearls 
(1) Chillsner

($80 value!!!)

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Beerwear.net

Do you have a beer lover in your house? Maybe you are looking to accessorize your home bar with unique beer products and decor...Then you have got to check out the new One-Stop Stop Shop For Unique, High-Quality Beer Wear and Logo Items: Beerwear.net!

The new www.beerwear.net is a convenient one-stop shop to find the perfect gift for beer connoisseurs this Valentine's Day. Featuring authentic items that cannot be purchased anywhere else in the U.S., this collection is from the top-selling European imported beer brands from Germany, London, Ireland and Belgium, including Paulaner, Hacker-Pschorr, Fuller’s, O’Haras and Fruli.

Glassware, barware, tap handles, signage, apparel, outdoor items are all just a mouse click away. For the German fan, how about a new Original Oktoberfest beer tap handle representing Hacker-Pschorr’s traditional beer maid image? Or a two-liter Paulaner glass boot or traditional Bavarian flag? Or for the British fan, a Fuller’s ESB rugby shirt or Fuller’s logoed Pro-V1 golf balls. Need t-shirts or glassware? O’Hara’s Irish Stout t-shirt or 12-oz Fruli glass will fill the bill.

I absolutely love the great selection of glassware, barware and signage of unique beers. We are planning to have a great bar area when we get our new house and these make a perfect gift for my husband this Valentine's Day to get excited for decorating his "man cave" bar area someday. He absolutely LOVED the Glass Boots and the Fullers Clock. The beers and their products are unique which will make any bar area or man cave also unique!

Buy It: You can purchase all beer merchandise mentioned above (and so much more!) from the one-stop to please any beer connoisseur: www.beerwear.net.

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