Internal Brewsletter - February 26, 2020

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YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

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MASH PADDLE HAT PROMO

We want to get as many employees as possible in those dope AF mash paddle hats, so we’ll be running a promo for the next few weeks - either of the two color schemes will be on sale for employees only for $5!!! You can purchase them at either location, and the discount button is in both POS’.

Get ‘em while they’re hot!

WINERY LICENSE ADDITION

There are some licensing changes coming up in the near future, and Nick has some specific verbiage to use if you are asked about it once the word gets out:

“We are in the process of restructuring our licenses to allow for more creative freedom. From the day we first opened back in 2008, Block 15 has enthusiastically explored hundreds of styles, techniques, and ingredients, even when this type of experimentation and style diversity was not the norm in the brewing industry.

Over the years, some of the more progressive projects that we envisioned were held back by the limitations of our brewery license. Adding a winery license opens up another world for us to explore, study, and create. We are so fortunate to be situated in the midst of fertile PNW farmland, which provides access to freshly harvested grapes, apples, berries, fruits, honey, and so much more. Our new licensing structure will enable us to evolve our offerings and artistic expressions by more fully taking advantage of this locally grown bounty.”  

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Nick!

ARE YOU A TECH WIZARD?

If so, Heuchert needs help with a project!

He needs two tech savvy folks that are willing to help him with a special project at the Pub next Thursday evening (March 5th) for approximately 3ish hours. If you’re interested, shoot him an email or Hot Schedules message.

THE CORVALLIS HALF MARATHON & 5K

The Corvallis Half Marathon & 5K is quickly approaching! The 5k and the Half Marathon are both (newly this year!) on Saturday, April 11th. Block 15 encourages you to participate! In support of this, we will be covering the whole registration cost of any Caves or Block 15 employee who participates.

You must request, and be approved for, that time off of work by February 29th.

If you would like to register for one of these runs, please check in with your scheduling manager first. Sarah and Laura will be giving Kristen a list of all staff members who are approved for that time off.  She will then message all approved staff with a code and the web site that will allow you to register for free!

Please note this “offer” is only good for those of you who participate.  If you register, but don't participate, you will owe Block 15 the registration fee, so make sure to only sign up if you are committed to running!

For event specific information, please visit the Corvallis Half Marathon website. Let Kristen know if you have any questions.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELCOME!

Welcome to our newest staff members!

  • Thomas Villa - Dishwasher at the Pub

  • Ellen Greb - Prep Cook at the Pub

  • Sam Christensen - Line Cook at the Pub

  • Devon Ahearns - Dishwasher at Caves

Give ‘em all a big hello when you see them!

STAFF MOVES

Congrats to Josh Ganter, who has moved up to our newest Pub Server!

REVIEW TIME

It’s still still review time for Manny and Melissa out here at the Tap Room, in addition to Nathan and Dionne at Caves. You can leave feedback here.

Please make sure to leave feedback - it’s really important!!!!

BLOCK 15

Block 15 Cocktails go with you wherever, whenever! We've updated our lineup of TRAVELER cocktails at both locations and they are available to go with any food purchase*: EARL GREY PALOMA Grapefruit, Orange and Earl Grey Infused Olmeca Altos Rposado
We’ve always been particular to green around here. Join us and toast to happiness, health and beer. Sláinte! ☘️ Happy St. Patrick’s Day ☘️ #DeliveringHoppiness #OregonBeer #CraftBeer #InstaBeer #IPA #PhotoOfTheDay #InstaGood #Blo
Two vibrant, hop-forward IPAs releasing this Saturday on draft and in cans at both locations: Emerging Sunshine and Selection Series, Strata! Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with citrus, mango, and floral hop notes, Emerging Sunshine is inspired by
Be advised! You’re not going to want to miss this week's limited special at the downtown Pub: Chicken Mole Torte. Chicken braised in Mole Negro, topped with roasted tomatillo slaw, on a house-made torta bun, and as always served with a side of
The last but CERTAINLY not least in our Selection Series—Selection Series, Strata—will be available this coming Saturday in cans and on draft! We once again used hops exclusively from @colemanagriculture for this beer, this time featurin
Emerging Sunshine is BACK both in the sky above and in cans at #Block15! Releasing next Saturday on draft and in 16oz cans, Emerging Sunshine is a crisp and refreshing IPA that is bursting with citrus, mango and floral hop notes and was inspired by
The weather outlook this weekend is looking 👌, and our beer is made to explore! With more than 10 different beers available in bottles and cans, along with two more on the way tomorrow with Selection Series–Centennial and The DAB Lab–Do
With things beginning to open up around here, it feels like a great time for a fresh Staff PIC(K)! When you visit our downtown location, chances are that you’ll be greeted by Laura, our Downtown Pub Manager. Laura has been on the team for 5 an

CAVES

Let us handle brunch this Father's Day. Join us at Caves Bier and Kitchen this Saturday for a one-stop-shop for pops and beer lovers alike. We've reached deep into our cellar and pulled out select bottles for sale at a 20% discount alongside Table M
We have been getting a lot of interest regarding our response to the “phase one” developments in Benton country. As much as we would love for you to join us, hang your hat, and enjoy a meal, we do not have anything to announce regarding
If there is a better sound than that of a bell letting you know dinner is ready, we can't say we’ve ever heard it. Can't wait to have you all in again.
We sure can’t wait to have everyone in for a pint and some Caves cookin’ again. Until then, we hope everyone is staying healthy, happy, and positive. See you soon. Love, your friends at Caves.
WORLD BIER PASSPORT SPOTLIGHT: PRIMS - FREEHAND BREWING - EUGENE, OR Opening in 2018, @freehandbrewery is a Saison-centric brewery that strongly emphasizes local ingredients while brewing with a historical scope—and Prims is perfectly aligned
Join us tonight from 5-7 for a special tasting through some carefully selected naturally fermented ciders, some of which were sourced and produced right here in the Willamette Valley. Samples from Wildcraft and 2 Towns as well as two imported Ciders
Classic comfort food—a Sunday tradition at Caves! Buttermilk fried chicken served with mashed potatoes, gravy, and rotating market-fresh vegetables. Offered every Sunday night beginning at 5:30

WHAT’S GOING ON TAP SOON?

Dates are subject to change based on tap availability.

TAP ROOM

  • Fri 2/28: A Nugg Hugg (replacing Fluffhead)

  • Tues 3/3: ----

  • Fri 3/6: Emerging Sunshine (going on empty tap) / Vienna Lager (replacing Doppelbock)

PUB

  • Fri 2/28: A Nugg Hugg (replacing Fluffhead) / Surf Wax America (replacing The DAB Lab, Juice Joint)

  • Tues 3/3: ----

  • Fri 3/6: Emerging Sunshine (replacing Super Nebula, Breakfast with the Turkey) / Vienna Lager (replacing Doppelbock)

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Fri 3/6: Emerging Sunshine / 16oz cans / $3.25/can plus deposit

    *This will be available at both the Pub and Tap Room on Friday in packaged form, as well as on draft!

    *This is our Spring installment in our quarterly IPA series!

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UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Illuminated / Belgian-style Tripel

  • Turbulent Illumination / Blend of Belgian-style Tripel and Spontaneous Wild Ale

  • Marzen / Lager

  • Dortmunder / Lager

  • Golden Canary / Blended Golden Wild Ale

EVENTS

BLOCKOUT = tap takeover

**Be sure to share/like the Facebook events to spread the word to your friends!

Check back next week!

THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

February’s People’s Pint partner is Ocean Blue Project. The designated beer is Doppelbock at the Pub and Winter Amusement at the Tap Room.

The People’s Pint partner for March will be Corvallis Environmental Center!

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Check back in March!

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Check back in March!

PUB UPDATES

MARCH SPECIALS

Check back next week for March’s monthly specials!

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 2/26 - Jeramie's Cod Po'Boy, paired with Gloria!

*Submit ideas here!

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