Internal Brewsletter - January 26, 2022
UPCOMING PACKAGED RELEASES
Releasing Friday, 1/28
Billy Breathes // This double IPA is a dreamy, hazy exploration of soft grains and vibrant hops. double dry-hopped with five different tropical and citrusy varietals, Billy Breathes floats upon softly sweet grist with generous additions of malted and flaked oats for a luscious body and silky mouthfeel.
// 8% ABV / 16 oz can / $4.50 plus deposit
Releasing Friday, 1/28
Accumulator // Originally referred to as “liquid bread” by German monks, doppelbock is a full-bodied German-style lager that balances malty sweetness, notes of dark fruits with subtle hop character. Deep in color, Accumulator is rich in complexity and smooth in finish.
// 8.30% ABV / 16 oz can / $3.00, plus deposit
Releasing Friday, 1/28
Turbulent Consequence Noir // Turbulent Consequence, Noir blends barrels matured for two years in our wild cellar, including a year of maturation on pinot noir grapes from left coast cellars.
Turbulent Consequence is brewed using classic lambic methods from the Senne River Valley in Belgium, including a multi-step turbid mash, inoculation with resident flora in our wild cellar’s coolship, and spontaneous fermentation and extended maturation in oak barrels. Mature barrels are then used in various blends throughout the year.
// 7% ABV / 750mL Bottle
SUNDAY CROWLER SALE
Gold Rush (Best Bitter) & Joy
GENERAL
Bourbon Month starts next Tuesday! Linked here is a detailed rundown of what Bourbon Month entails, a list of food & drink specials, information on our 2022 Bourbon Month Stamp Book, and more information on all of the fun events happening throughout the month. This is an incredibly exciting month that we spend nearly a whole year planning, so please take the time to read through the information and check-in with Goody or another manager if you have any questions!
February/Bourbon Month Specials!
These specials will begin on February 1st and run through all of Bourbon month at both locations!
Artisan Board
Pork Rillette, Olympia Provisions Chorizo, Smoked Gouda, Arbequina Olives, Bourbon-Honey Dijon $14.99
Maple Bourbon Bacon Patty Melt
Painted Hills hand spanked beef patty topped with bacon, grilled onions, smoked gouda, and bourbon maple aioli. Served on toasted house artisan bread. $16.99
Cajun Red Beans & Rice
Slow-cooked red beans with Cajun spices, tomato, green pepper, onions, garlic, bacon, ham hocks, and Andouille sausage, served with steamed rice $13.99 (GF, DF)
I will send outline procedures VIA Hotschedules so keep a lookout for those in your inbox.
TAP ROOM UPDATES
Neighborhood Night starts tonight. This is a Southtown appreciation event that will be every Wednesday. If someone mentions that they live south of the bridge, they get 20% off of anything consumed in-house. This does not include retail or to go food and drinks.
The Ice bin is being installed today and will likely have some fine-tuning happening with that area. Stay tuned for instructions on all of the details!
PUB UPDATES
The heater for table 605 has been repaired and will be reinstalled on Wednesday, January 26th!
We are on our last handful of Sweet Cheeks Dry Rosé! After this selection runs out, we will feature the 2020 Left Coast Rosé. Keep your eyes peeled for the official launch date on this new selection and some tasting notes to sell that delicious pink wine.
STAFF SECTION!
Five Year Shout out: Congratulations and big thanks to Mike Galusha for 5 years with Block 15!
Welcome to the team to the following folks!
Sasha Clement - Washington Sales Manager
WHAT’S UP ON INSTA??
COMING UP ON DRAFT
Billy Breathes // India Pale Ale
Accumulator // Doppelbock
Turbulent Consequence Noir // Spontaneously Fermented Ale with Pinot Noir grapes
UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS
*This list is subject to change based on the brewing schedule, so please keep that in mind!
Super Nebula // Bourbon Barrel Matured Imperial Stout with Cocoa Nibs
Super Nebula: Breakfast with George // Bourbon Barrel Matured Imperial Stout with Cocoa Nibs
Super Nebula: Double Chocolate Orange // Bourbon Barrel Matured Imperial Stout with Dark Chocolate and Orange Peel
Sticky Hands Tropical Slam // India Pale Ale
Kriek // Oud Bruin Ale Spontaneously Fermented in Bourbon Barrels with Cherries
Mainstem Helles // Helles Lager
THE PEOPLE’S PINT
DINE OUT INFORMATION
February 8th
This month’s Dint Out will be supporting the 4 Spirits Endowed Scholarship funds at Oregon State and Western Oregon University. Come to any Block 15 location on this day for food or drinks and a portion of the proceeds will be donated. Additionally a portion of the proceeds from this 4 spirits Bourbon Whiskey will also be donated.
4 Spirits Distillery is committed to supporting military veterans through education, mental and social health programs. The 4 Spirits Endowed Scholarship funds at Oregon State and Western Oregon University are one of many regional programs that help support this mission. Learn more about their giving at 4spiritsdistillery.com