Internal Brewsletter - November 10, 2021
UPCOMING PACKAGED RELEASES
Releasing Friday, 11/12
SPECULAR REFLECTIONS// Our meditation on the Trappist-style Dubbel, this robust dark ale balances rich notes of dried plums, dark malts, fruit preserves, and clove spice—a complex and palate-provoking flavor profile that’s elevated by natural carbonation and a classically Belgian balanced finish. // 7.00% ABV / 16oz Cans / $3.25 plus deposit
Releasing Friday, 11/12
FRESH POW!// A wintry IPA featuring a soft malt base beneath an avalanche of resinous, citrusy, and tropical hop varietals. Label artwork featuring Chris Herbst of Ashland’s Flow Factory NW, Fresh Pow is brewed often, canned fresh, and ready to shred at the finest bottle shops, beer bars, and markets around the Pacific Northwest all throughout winter. // 7.00% ABV / 16oz Cans / $4.00 plus deposit
GENERAL
Game Day Menu! We will be running our same gameday-style menu Friday-Sunday this week downtown for parents’ weekend at OSU. We will be running Porcini & Stout Beef Stroganoff and an Elk Burger as a special over the weekend! We will keep the taproom menu the same with the addition of stroganoff Saturday and Sunday!
Block 15 is currently participating in CASA’s “Shop Small, Help BIG” fundraiser that runs from November 1st to December 5th! While we have informational posters at both locations near the bar, here is a quick rundown of how it all works pulled right from the CASA website: “Our "Shop Small, Help BIG" fundraiser is a unique effort to help increase revenue and sales of local businesses while raising funds to continue support of foster youth in our community. Participating in the event is as easy as 1, 2, 3!
1.) Pick your favorite local shop or store
2.) Purchase a gift card or certificate of any amount
3.) Donate that gift card or certificate to CASA-VFC by placing it in the store donation box (if available) or mail/hand deliver to CASA-VFC (address is listed on their website)
We will hold a live online auction for all gift cards and certificates from Saturday, December 11th - Sunday, December 12th.” It’s that easy! Feel free to check in with a manager if you have any questions, and let’s sell some gift cards for a great cause!
PUB UPDATES
3 Fools Grenache has finally replaced the 3 Fools Super Fool! Please see your pre-shift info boards for more information and check in with a bartender for a taste so that you can describe it to guests.
We will be running a Family Weekend cocktail special this weekend (from Friday early evening through Sunday)--Prickly Pear Mimosas!
TAP ROOM UPDATES
We still haven’t tapped our new Pinot Gris keg, but it is probably going to happen sometime this week. Stay tuned!
Starting this Friday, we will be bringing back weekend bread bowls! The plan is to run them with a delicious soup on Fridays and run them until they run out.
BEER EDUCATION
Check back next week!
NEW STAFF!
Mark Dossett- Distribution
Griffen French - Line Cook
Amelia Vaught - Line Cook
WHAT’S UP ON INSTA??
COMING UP ON DRAFT
11/12 - Specular Reflections // Belgian-Style Dubbel Ale
11/12 - Fresh Pow! // India Pale Ale
UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS
*This list is subject to change based on brewing schedule, so please keep that in mind!
Hoppy Holidays // Imperial India Pale Ale
Dortmunder Export // Dortmunder Export Lager
We Can All Do Better - BNFA Full Circle // Saison
THE PEOPLE’S PINT
About: Our mission is to help people through hardship, engaging the community to build resilience and improve wellbeing.
Our services include: a free thrift store where people can shop for clothes, household goods, and food; emergency financial assistance for utilities/rent; community clothes closets, and seasonal giveaways like our Back-to-School and Giving Tree programs. We recycle items that can't be given away.
*Ridgeback Red is the beer of choice in November for the People’s Pint!
DINE OUT INFORMATION
Check Back in December! //
