Internal Brewsletter - March 11, 2020

Written By Guest User

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

COVID -19/CORONAVIRUS COMPANY STRATEGIES

As the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) continues to spread throughout the country it is important for our company to begin planning for the potential consequences and to develop distinct strategies. First and foremost we must keep our employees & customers informed and safe.

Nick, Kristen, and Chris have put together a fairly comprehensive write-up of steps for us to take to help try to keep us all healthy. This is primarily geared toward FOH and BOH staff, however it is valuable information for everyone to know and everyone to practice. Many of the tactics are things that we already do, however this is a new emphasis on them, and there are a few new things on this list.

If you have any questions or concerns, please follow up with Chris. Stay healthy, everyone!

FRONT OF HOUSE BEER EDUCATION

March’s FOH education topic will be yeast! The following requirements will be due by the last day of the month, which is Tuesday, March 31st. We are currently evaluating some aspects of our FOH education program, so there will be no classes this month.

Your requirements are as follows:

  • Read the yeast write-up, which is posted in the break room, in the education binder at the bar, and here.

  • Complete your ClassMarker quiz

  • Complete your 4 Block 15 beer reviews. Please use the online link here, as 33 Beers Books no longer exist.

If you have any questions or know you will not be able to meet one of the requirements, please let Katy know prior to the due date.

Cheers!

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STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

REVIEW TIME

It’s review time for the wonderful miss Alex Goodwin! You can leave feedback here, and we’re asking for it by March 13th.

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 3/13: Illuminated (going on empty tap) / Turbulent Illuminated (going on empty tap)

  • Tues 3/17: Dry Irish Red (going on nitro tap, Ridgeback Red is also being pulled in interim while this is on)

  • Fri 3/20: Spring Amusement 2020 (going on empty tap) / Fluffhead (replacing A Nugg Hugg)

PUB

  • Fri 3/13: Illuminated (going on empty tap) / Turbulent Illuminated (going on empty tap)

  • Tues 3/17: Marzen (replacing Ridgeback Red) / Dry Irish Red (going on nitro tap)

  • Fri 3/20: Spring Amusement 2020 (going on empty tap) / Fluffhead (replacing A Nugg Hugg)

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Fri 3/13 - Illuminated ($5) / Turbulent Illumination ($11.50) // all in 500mL bottles

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

    *The Mug Club discount will be available for Turbulent Illumination (this is acting as our “monthly packaged beer offering” for this month).

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Golden Canary / Blended Golden Wild Ale

  • Fresca Pils / Italian Pilsner

  • Oaked Maibock / Foeder Aged Maibock

  • Tequila Gose / Tequila Barrel Aged Gose

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

March’s People’s Pint partner is Corvallis Environmental Center. The designated beer is Alpha IPA at the Pub and Surf Wax America at the Tap Room.

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Check back in April!

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Tues 3/24 - Linus Pauling Middle School

PUB UPDATES

MARCH SPECIALS

  • Brewer’s Board - Face Rock aged cheddar, house pickled brussels sprouts, sour cherry chutney, thinly sliced bresaola, Queen Bee honey and house baked ale bread. / $13.99

  • Smoked Pork Croquette - Breaded and fried smoked Carlton Farms pork stuffed with Willamette Valley Cheese Co. gouda.  Served with black currant mustard. / $10.99

  • Whiskey & Bacon Steamer Clams - Pacific NW manila clams steamed with garlic, chives, Whiskey, smoky bacon and cream. Served with house baked ale bread and lemon. / $15.99

  • Paddy’s Patty Melt - Oregon Natural beef mixed with our stout, onions, garlic, and pepper. Topped with melted Face Rock aged white cheddar and whiskey caramelized onions, on toasted sourdough. Served with beer battered fries. / $15.49

Procedures can be found here!

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 3/12 - Stephen’s Greek Burger, paired with Print Master’s Pale Ale

*Submit ideas here!

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