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Internal Brewsletter - August 12, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

A big welcome to the following folks, who have just recently joined us! As you see/meet them, make sure to give them a warm welcome!

  • Michele Adkison - Controller

  • Nathan Stewart - Dishwasher

  • Zach Menegat - Dishwasher

THE PEOPLE’S PINT

This month’s People’s Pint benefits Mary’s Peak Search and Rescue!

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 PUBLIC HOUSE

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?

We’re going to be streamlining our tap rotation process and updates a bit to ensure we have a better way to update you all of what is going on tap and where. So hang tight! :)

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

*Check back next week!

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Black is Beautiful / Stout

    *There will be more information coming on this going forward, FYI!!!!

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Internal Brewsletter - July 30, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

TAP ROOM MENU UPDATES

The Tap Room menu is getting updated a bit, starting on Friday 7/31! In addition to the below menu changes, there will be a minor price increase of all menu items as well.

  • Z.A.T  / Grilled zucchini, avocado, tomato relish, citrus aioli and house smoked mozzarella on ale bread.

  • Marinated Tomato and Burrata Salad (Replaces Strawberry Salad) / Local grape tomatoes in a balsamic herb marinade w/ arugula, burrata cheese and lemon zest.

  • Bier Cheese Nachos / House Bier Cheese, refried black beans, shredded lettuce, salsa roja, guacamole, sour cream, and cotija.

Additionally, chips and guac will be available again and smoked mozzarella will replace feta on the artisan board. The ZAT and nachos will be additional items. Nothing will be removed in their place.

CHARLIE’S DELIGHTS UNVEILING

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Introducing the first offering in our new rotating series of Overly-Fruited Tart Wit-Style Ales, Charlie’s Delights! Packed with bursting flavor, Summer Berry Lemonade is releasing this weekend at our south #Corvallis Tap Room.

Years after taking over Wonka’s factory, Charlie began brewing the most scrumdiddlyumptious creations using uncommon techniques, abundant fruit additions, and extra special ingredients. Each brew is style-bending, filled with character, and utterly delicious!

Summer Berry Lemonade jam-packs over 1000lbs of fresh Oregon strawberries, lemons, and raspberries into a zippy base witbier. The result is a bright and vibrant blend of refreshing fruit supported by clean acidity and a crisp, wheat finish.

Charlie’s Delights: Summer Berry Lemonade will be on draft this Friday, with pre-order crowlers available for Saturday’s Drive-Thru sale. Add in Peach Punch (You in the Eye) and Notion’s 15 IPA’s, and you’ll think you found the Golden Ticket.

THE PEOPLE’S PINT

Check out next week’s brewsletter for more info!

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 PUBLIC HOUSE

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, and, you know, our current weird situation. So please be flexible!

TAP ROOM

  • Friday 7/31 - Peach Punch (You in the Eye) / Notion’s 15 / Charlie’s Delights (*also being released in 32oz crowlers!)

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

**UPDATE UPDATE!!!! - We are AGAIN shifting the way we do can/bottle releases at the Tap Room from here on out. We will be releasing the cans/bottles on SATURDAYS. The Saturday sale is the best, least contact-y way for customers to get beer (as well as the only place for folks to get their cornis filled or order kegs), and we want to encourage folks coming to this sale. Draft will be available on Friday’s (as it used to be), but cans will only be offered via the Drive-Thru Sale initially and then the Tap Room thereafter.

Saturday 8/1:

  • Peach Punch (You in the Eye) / IPA w/ Peach and Apricot / Great Notion and Block 15 have teamed up again, blending techniques and ideas from both breweries to brew this luscious, fruit-forward IPA. Peach Punch was fermented with peaches and apricots and dry-hopped with massive amounts of galaxy and mosaic hops. / $18.40/4-pack

  • Notion’s 15 / IPA / Our second collaborative brew with Great Notion for 2020—Notion's 15 is a classic West Coast IPA brewed with a bounty of Citra, Simcoe and Columbus hops. / $18.40/4-pack

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Turbulent Consequence, Pêche / Spontaneously Fermented Ale with Peaches

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Internal Brewsletter - July 22, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our new Marketing Manager, Pascal Fritz! He will be working remotely for part of the week, but he’ll be around the locations on Monday’s and Tuesday’s, so make sure to say hi!! 👋

PUB + CAVES PUBLIC HOUSE MENU UPDATES

Starting likely next week sometime, the Pub will be switching our Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir to new draft versions. On tap, we will have the same "Rudolfo" Pinot Gris from Lumos (same as what we have in bottles at the Pub, but a different vintage) and the Lumos Pinot Noir. The draft wines will be the only glass pours that will be discounted during Happy Hour, and that new discount will be $1 off. 

Here is the updated employee wine sheet for reference if needed!

THE PEOPLE’S PINT

UPCOMING DINE-OUTS

Tap Room Dine-Out / Tuesday, July 28th for KidSpirit

KidSpirit strives to serve as a leader in providing young people with intentional, high quality, equitable learning experiences that promote positive interactions among adults and peers. 

Additional info for our staff: KidSpirit is an OSU program. It evolved from the summer sports program at OSU. Kidspirit offers sports, arts, science, gymnastics, cooking, and so many other activities as part of their Summer Day Camp. Gymnastics and No-School Day ACES Day camps are offered all year long! KidSpirit continues to expand to this day, constantly innovating and creating new programs to best serve the youth of the community.

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 PUBLIC HOUSE

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, and, you know, our current weird situation. So please be flexible!

TAP ROOM

  • Monday 7/20 - Wellspring

  • Friday 7/24 - Animal Cookies IPA

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

As an FYI, we are shifting the way we do can/bottle releases at the Tap Room from here on out (just a bit!). We will be releasing the cans/bottles on Fridays - that way both the draft and packaged product are available at the same time. The Saturday sale is still the best, least contact-y way for customers to get beer (as well as the only place for folks to get their cornis filled or order kegs), but essentially we just want it easy for people to pick up the beer they want!

Friday 7/24:

  • Animal Cookies / IPA / Brewed for the hop-loving animal inside of you, this can is packed with sticky, pungent hops. Unleash a swirling circus of pineapple, tangerine, mango, pine, and dank herb hop character, balanced with pale malt and malted oats for a soft mouthfeel and gentle finish. / $16.40/4-pack

  • Ridgeback Red / Red Ale / Ridgeback Red features a blend of rustic malts with zesty hops grown right here in the Pacific northwest. balancing flavors of caramel and toasted nuts with pine, lemon, and grapefruit hop character, It finishes delightfully crisp for a malt-forward beer. / $11.40/4-pack

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Peach Punch (You in the Eye) / IPA w/ Peaches and Apricots

  • Notions ‘15 / West Coast IPA

    *The above two beers are dope Great Notion collabs!

  • Turbulent Consequence, Pêche / Spontaneously Fermented Ale with Peaches

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Internal Brewsletter - July 15, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

STAFF MILESTONES

Congrats to the following folks, who have hit some major milestones here at Block 15!

5 years:

  • Jorden / Tim / Tyler L. / Kat / Aaron / Seth (on his last day with the company!)

10 years (pew pew pew!):

  • Alty / Manny

PUB + CAVES PUBLIC HOUSE MENU UPDATES

Based on a few weeks of flow and being open at the Pub and Caves Public House, we’ve made the following menu tweaks:

  • All burger patties will be 4oz patties 

  • Pork is no longer on the BBQ burger

  • Chips and salsa roja is gone

  • Soup is gone

  • Grilled onions are now available. The line will grill them to order.

We’ll be making some tweaks at the Tap Room as well, and those will be released next week and will go into effect on the week of July 27th.

THE PEOPLE’S PINT

UPCOMING DINE-OUTS

Tap Room Dine-Out / Tuesday, July 28th for KidSpirit

KidSpirit strives to serve as a leader in providing young people with intentional, high quality, equitable learning experiences that promote positive interactions among adults and peers. 

Additional info for our staff: KidSpirit is an OSU program. It evolved from the summer sports program at OSU. Kidspirit offers sports, arts, science, gymnastics, cooking, and so many other activities as part of their Summer Day Camp. Gymnastics and No-School Day ACES Day camps are offered all year long! KidSpirit continues to expand to this day, constantly innovating and creating new programs to best serve the youth of the community.

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 PUBLIC HOUSE

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, and, you know, our current weird situation. So please be flexible!

TAP ROOM

  • Thursday 7/16 - Step Outside Pale Ale

  • Friday 7/17 - Fluffhead IPA

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

As an FYI, we are shifting the way we do can/bottle releases at the Tap Room from here on out (just a bit!). We will be releasing the cans/bottles on Fridays - that way both the draft and packaged product are available at the same time. The Saturday sale is still the best, least contact-y way for customers to get beer (as well as the only place for folks to get their cornis filled or order kegs), but essentially we just want it easy for people to pick up the beer they want!

Friday 7/17:

  • Summer Knights Kölsch / Kölsch / This German-style Kölsch beer blends a pilsner malt base with both the lightly fruity quality of an ale and the clean finish of a lager. Enjoy while reminiscing about Corvallis Knights games at the ballpark, playing catch in your backyard, or just kicking back after a long day. / 16oz cans / $11.40/4-pack

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Animal Cookies / IPA

  • Peach Punch (You in the Eye) / IPA w/ Peaches and Apricots

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Internal Brewsletter - July 9, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

TAP ROOM TABLE-ESQUE SERVICE

Going forward at the Tap Room, we are going to be starting a modified version of table service. This is mostly to deter people at outside tables from coming inside to order. Tap Room staff will have mobile iPads that they will carry on their person, which will enable them to take an order directly at the table. If folks are still comfortable ordering on their phones, they are totally able to do so, but we no longer want to encourage the option to come in and order at the bar.

It would be helpful to get feedback on this process, so if you come into the Tap Room as a customer, try to use this new system to give us an idea on how it’s going!

DELIVERY CROWLER PROCEDURE AT THE PUB

There will be a new procedure for Delivery crowlers at the Pub, so for folks that applies for, please keep your eyes open for that new procedure that Goody will be rolling out.

THE PEOPLE’S PINT

We are excited to welcome back The People's Pint Tap program with some socially responsible modifications! Our featured partner for July is the Institute of Applied Ecology, and the selected beer is Gloria!. The major modification to this program is that both draft pours and can sales will now be included in the donation- that way, guests that aren't yet comfortable joining us in-house can still contribute with to-go beer. (Distribution sales are not included, only sales from the pub/Caves public house and TR.) It is likely that we will stick with Gloria! as the selected beer for the entire month as we evaluate the success of this modification and evolve the process. 

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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 PUBLIC HOUSE

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, and, you know, our current weird situation. So please be flexible!

TAP ROOM

  • Friday 7/10 - Dark Matter

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Friday 7/10:

    • Dark Matter / Chocolate Porter / A dry porter that combines deep, roasty malt character with notes of cocoa and dark fruit from the addition of chocolate to the conditioning tank. / 16oz cans / $11.40/4-pack

    • Turbulent Consequence, Gouden Bessen / Turbulent Consequence, Gouden Bessen is our select barrel blend of eighteen-month Turbulent Consequence stock further matured for six months on local golden raspberries and golden cherries. Turbulent Consequence is brewed using historic lambic methods, including a turbid mash with Oregon-grown raw wheat and barley, extended boil with aged hops, inoculation by resident flora in our wild cellar’s coolship, and spontaneous fermentation and maturation in oak barrels. / 500mL bottle / $11.50

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Summer Knights / Kölsch

  • Animal Cookies / IPA

  • Peach Punch (You in the Eye) / IPA w/ Peaches and Apricots

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Internal Brewsletter - June 24, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

FROM RED, WHITE & BOOM! TO LIBERTY & JUSTICE FOR ALL!

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After much reflection and discussion, we have decided that our annually released Red, White & BOOM! IPA needed an update to better reflect the times we are in. When we first decided to brew the beer again, it was back in April, in the midst of pandemic uncertainty. At the time, it felt like a good plan to bring back this celebratory and slightly tongue-in-cheek “Independent Patriotic Ale,” as we looked forward to summer celebration bringing needed cheer to the heaviness of life lived in a pandemic.

Since then, things have dramatically changed in our nation. Though racial injustice has plagued America from its inception, many Americans are being re-awakened to the fact that oppression remains a daily experience for tens of millions of our brothers and sisters of color. At Block 15, we’ve also realized that a beer so enthusiastically celebrating our independence ignores the fact that freedom and justice has yet to be realized by so many people in our nation. Those of us privileged to be able to celebrate our own freedoms this July must do so while actively standing with those who are still fighting for a chance to live their own American Dream.

Each year we will use this new program to both discuss and practically contribute to efforts to bring Liberty and Justice for All—especially to those marginalized by the color of their skin. This year we will be donating a portion of the proceeds from this beer to ColorOfChange.org as they work to end practices that unfairly hold Black people back while promoting solutions that move us all forward.

Peace, Love, and #JusticeForAll!

- Block 15

STAFF UPDATES

WE’RE HIRING FOR A FULL-TIME DELIVERY DRIVER!

Our Distribution Team is hiring for a Full-Time Delivery Driver! It's posted both internally and externally. If you or anyone you know might make a great fit for this job please encourage them to apply here. The deadline for applications is Monday, July 6th @ 5PM. Please reach out to Chris Althouse (aka Alty) if you have any questions!

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 PUBLIC HOUSE

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, and, you know, our current weird situation. So please be flexible!

TAP ROOM

  • Friday 6/26 - Liberty & Justice for All! / The DAB Lab, Lil Dab / DDH Sticky Hands (Double dry hopped variation of Sticky Hands *draft only*)

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Saturday 6/27 - Liberty & Justice for All! (16oz cans // $15.40/4 pack) / The DAB Lab, Lil Dab (16oz cans // $15.40/4 pack)

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Intergalactic Hop Shop / Cosmically Hoppy Ale

  • Turbulent Consequence, Gouden Bessen / Spontaneous Ale w/ Golden Cherries & Golden Raspberries

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Internal Brewsletter - June 17, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

RED, WHITE & BOOM UPDATE

Just as an FYI, we will not be releasing this beer this weekend as planned. It will be released in the future as Liberty & Justice For All. More information will follow!

PUB & CAVES UPDATE

Please read/re-read/familiarize yourself with Nick’s HotSchedules message regarding the updates to the services at Pub and Caves going forward! That is the most up-to-date information, and we’ll let you know more as things progress.

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, and, you know, our current weird situation. So please be flexible!

TAP ROOM

  • Saturday 6/20 - Turbulent Consequence, Bing / Welcome Back IPA

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Saturday 6/20 - Fresca Pils (16oz cans // $12.40/4 pack) / Turbulent Consequence, Bing (500mL bottles // $11.50)

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • The DAB Lab, Lil’ Dab / Progressive IPA ftg. Hop Extracts

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Internal Brewsletter - June 11, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

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CROSSWORD SUBMISSIONS

Not sure if everyone knows this - but there is a huge cohort of people here at Block 15 and Caves who looooooooove the crossword!

So, in order to stick with tradition, we will be launching our own Block 15-themed crossword that will be included with all to-go orders from the Pub!

Making a crossword is quite the feat, so we need your help creating clues and answers - you can submit ideas here! Please keep them Block 15 or beer-related, and (obviously), family friendly and appropriate.

More info on the dissemination of the crossword will be available once it is finalized.

BLOCK 15 CUSTOM MASKS

We just got in some saaawweeeeeet custom Block 15 face masks for employees to wear! There is a box of masks in the employee room at both the Pub and Tap Room for you to grab at your convenience - please honor a one mask per person limit!!!

Brewery & distro - your respective managers have your masks, so connect with them!

And, just a reminder - make sure to wash your mask frequently! Your skin will thank you!

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STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

MARKETING MANAGER POSITION

The Marketing Manager position is still open! Please review the positing here if you’re interested in throwing your hat in the ring!

CASH TIP CLAIMING

For folks who are receiving cash tips at the moment, please be sure to continue to claim those when you clock-out! Those still need to be tracked accordingly, accurately, and appropriately.

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, and, you know, our current weird situation. So please be flexible!

TAP ROOM

  • Saturday 6/13 - The DAB Lab, New Wave / Fresh Flow / Cassidy

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Saturday 6/13 - The DAB Lab, New Wave (16oz cans // $18.40/4 pack) / Fresh Flow (16oz cans // $13.40/4pack) / Cassidy (500mL bottles // $11.50)

    • If you want to guarantee you snag some beer, make sure to put in an order for the Saturday Drive-Thru Sale! Use the coupon code SunshineEmp to get your employee discount as well! The store will be open through 9am on Friday.

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Red, White & BOOM! / Independent Patriotic Ale

  • Fresca Pils / Italian Pilsner

  • Turbulent Consequence, Bing / Spontaneously Fermented Ale with Bing Cherries

  • Welcome Back / IPA

UPCOMING EVENTS

TAP ROOM UPDATES

  • Starting this week, we’re shifting our weekend hours to open at 12pm! So Friday, Saturday, and Sunday we’ll be open 12pm-9pm, and Monday through Thursday 3pm-9pm.

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Internal Brewsletter - June 4, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

EMPLOYMENT & OPERATIONS UPDATES

With Benton County soon entering Phase Two, we are evaluating the possibilities of opening our pub for dine in service! The Caves space is a bit trickier due to its size but we are evaluating our options there as well. Our plans for the Tap Room include moving our hours on Friday-Sunday to 12pm-9pm starting next week, transitioning to daily by the end of June. With these incremental additions we look forward to bringing more of you back to work! 

There will be more information to come in the following weeks. 

ALPHA IPA AKA BLOCK 15 IPA

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As many of you have seen, we have begun canning an IPA that will be offered year-round (along with Sticky Hands and Gloria). This IPA is the final evolution of our beloved Alpha IPA - however, the reason it’s been canned as Block 15 IPA is that there are a plethora of Alpha-related beers already out in the market (Hop Valley’s Alpha Centurion being but one example). So, out in the world it will be known simply as IPA.

With that being said, though, in-house we will continue to call it Alpha IPA, as that’s what our customers and employees know it so lovingly as.

Please review the awesome marketing write-up we did for this beer, and hopefully that will answer most of your questions (and please direct customers there as well). If you have additional questions, please feel free to reach out, though!

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

MARKETING MANAGER POSITION

We are hiring for a Marketing Manager, as our dear Seth is heading off to OSU to work in their eCampus department. Please review the positing here if you’re interested in throwing your hat in the ring!

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, and, you know, our current weird situation. So please be flexible!

TAP ROOM

Check back next week!

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

The following is the way upcoming packaged beers will be released going forward:

  • The first release will be via the Saturday Drive-Thru Sale here at the Tap Room. Once that sale is finished, it will be available in the Tap Room itself for purchase.

  • On Tuesday, distro transfers beer to the Pub, and it will be available there via delivery/take-out.

So, if someone is super hyped about a beer and wants to guarantee they can get it, please direct them to the Saturday Drive-Thru Sale (the store goes live mid-afternoon Tuesday through 9am on Friday)!

*Check back next week for our next packaged beer release!

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Fresh Flow / IPA

  • The DAB Lab, New Wave / Progressive IPA ftg. Hop Extracts

  • Cassidy / Wild Ale w/ Flower petals

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THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

Due to everything going on, Katy is working on adjusting this program going forward, so please keep an eye out for more information in the coming weeks! On that note, though, please continue to support our local organizations any way you can!

PUB UPDATES

  • The Tuscan Chicken Sandwich returned yesterday! That means we will now have ale bread available.

  • On the ale bread note, the BLT will now be coming on ale bread (no more sourdough).

TAP ROOM UPDATES

  • We put up some awesome umbrellas over some of the outside tables, which will give us more flexibility in inclement weather, as well as give more comfort to folks on super hot days!

  • Keep an eye out for hour changes - specifically, we’ll be opening at 12pm on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting next week!

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Internal Brewsletter - March 11, 2020

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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Internal Brewsletter - March 4, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

BEERVANA PODCAST SHOUTOUT

A recent episode of the Beervana podcast talked about our wild program and our longstanding work using mixed-fermentation techniques. It’s a pretty cool podcast in general, and a great shoutout for us!

Take a listen here. If you want to skip directly to Block 15’s part, head to minute 30.

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STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELCOME!

Welcome to our two newest staff members - Blake Myers is joining us as our Sales Distribution Rep, and Olivia Kimmel has joined us as a Host at the Pub. Make sure to say hey when you see ‘em next!

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 3/6: Vienna Lager (replacing Doppelbock)

  • Tues 3/10: Marzen (going on empty tap) / Dortmunder Export (going on empty tap)

  • Fri 3/13: Illuminated (going on empty tap) / Turbulent Illuminated (going on empty tap) / Golden Canary (replacing Cosmic Cold Brew if still on)

PUB

  • Fri 3/6: Vienna Lager (replacing Doppelbock)

  • Tues 3/10: Marzen (replacing Surf Wax America) / Dortmunder Export (replacing Winter Amusement)

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

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Tues 3/10 - Emerging Sunshine / 16oz cans / $3.25/can plus deposit

    *THIS RELEASE HAS BEEN PUSHED TO NEXT TUESDAY (it was slated for this Friday!)

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

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

  • Fri 3/13 - Illuminated ($5) / Turbulent Illuminated ($11.50) / Golden Canary ($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!

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Spring Amusement 2020 / Blended Saison

  • Dry Irish Stout

  • Fresca Pils / Italian Pilsner

EVENTS

BLOCKOUT = tap takeover

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

  • Fri 3/6 - Sticky Hands Promo Night @ Downward Dog Campus / 4pm-7pm

    *Come drink $3 Sticky Hands and hang out!!

THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

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

The People’s Pint for Ocean Blue Project raised $719.25! Woohoo!

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Tues 3/10 - Keitha's Kittie Rescue

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 3/5 - Simon Smoked Salmon Blinis, paired with Doppelbock

*Submit ideas here!

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Internal Brewsletter - February 26, 2020

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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Internal Brewsletter - February 19, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

B15 AT THE OREGON BEER AWARDS!

Block 15 took home a couple awesome awards last night at the Oregon Beer Awards! Next time you see any of our brewers, make sure to give them a high five!

  • Gold Medal: Sticky Hands (Imperial IPA Category)

  • Gold Medal: Framboise White (Fruited Mixed Culture Category)

  • Excellence in Brewing Operations (Central Valley Category)

We had a crew who went up and represented us and had a blast!

SOUTHTOWN SPEED LIMIT CHANGES

We figured this information would be pertinent to all staff, since even if you don’t work out at the Tap Room you may frequent it or live in Southtown.

Oregon Department of Transportation has decreased some of the speed limits on the 2 mile stretch between the Co-Op and the Tap Room. The most notable of these are areas where the 35mph sections got knocked down to 30mph. This change is due to the fact there have been a number of untimely deaths due to speeding through this zone.

Please read this article and familiarize yourself with the changes - there is extra police presence around so you’ll want to stay in the right!

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.

EMPLOYEE FUN TIMES!

DODGE BALL SIGN-UPS

Registration is now open for the Corvallis Parks and Rec Dodge Ball League! DK is trying to get a team together, so if you are interested please email him. Info about the league can be found here.

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STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELCOME!

Welcome to Brad Johnson who joins us as a Prep/Line Cook at Caves!

STAFF MOVES

Congrats to Kat & Kirstie, who are our newest Pub Lead Servers!

And, congrats to Taylor K., who is moving over to Caves as a Lead Bartender!

REVIEW TIME

It’s 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 2/21: ----

  • Tues 2/25: ----

  • Fri 2/28: A Nugg Hugg (replacing Fluffhead) / Hypnosis (replacing Super Nebula, Vanilla Chocolate Raspberry)

PUB

  • Fri 2/21: ----

  • Tues 2/25: ----

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

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

Check back at the end of February for March’s release!

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Vienna Lager

  • Emerging Sunshine / IPA

  • Surf Wax America / California Common *Nate’s Intern Beer!*

EVENTS

BLOCKOUT = tap takeover

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

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 Alpha IPA at the Tap Room.

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Check back in March!

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Tuesday 2/25 - Meals on Wheels Benton County

PUB UPDATES

FEBRUARY SPECIALS

  • Brewer’s Board // Cypress Groves' Humboldt Fog goat cheese, Bone marrow w/ hazelnut gremolata, balsamic pickled onions, honey-bourbon Dijon mustard and house baked artisan bread. $13.99

  • Southern Fried Shiitakes // Cornmeal crusted fried Mushroomery shiitakes with our creole aioli. $8.99

  • Maple Bourbon Bacon Burger // Oregon Natural hand spanked beef patty topped with bacon, Tillamook smoked cheddar, and sweet maple bourbon glaze.  Served on a toasted house baked bun with all the fixings and your choice of fries, soup, or salad. $16.99

  • Cajun Red Beans & Rice // Slow cooked red beans with Cajun spices, tomato, green pepper, onions, garlic, bacon, ham hocks and house made Andouille sausage served with steamed rice. $12.99

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 2/20 - Curt’s Thai Short Rib with Thai Slaw and Sticky Rice

*Submit ideas here!

TAP ROOM UPDATES

NEW & IMPROVED BIER CHEESE

We have a new and improved bier cheese sauce going live at both the Tap Room and Caves this Friday 2/21.

This is a cream cheese based cheese sauce that also has Tillamook cheddar as the main melty cheese, American for texture, and a hint of blue cheese for a bit of funkiness! The blue is not obvious, so it will still be totally approachable for folks who do not like blue cheese. I wouldn’t even tell folks unless they ask! The other ingredients are Gloria, water, onion powder and mustard powder. THAT IS IT! 

It is IMPERATIVE that this cheese sauce be pourable, yet velvety smooth when being held on the line. It should fully coat the back of a wooden spoon and slowly drip off. It should never be thick and gluey. As it sits it does thicken. If needed, reconstitute in ¼ C per QT increments of hot water to cheese sauce. It is super important that both BOH and FOH folks recognize when the sauce has thickened up too much and either fixes it or informs someone who has the time to swiftly get it taken care of! 

ALSO!

Since this cheese sauce is a much more velvety, almost “queso”-esque sauce, it will be replacing the queso for the nachos at the Tap Room. It is dope, I promise. The nachos on the menu will now be called “Bier Cheese Nachos” so the message is clear. 

Please share your and guests feedback over the next couple weeks! I know change can be hard for some people, but when we make these changes there is a lot of work and thought that goes into it before making the swing. Please be enthusiastic about this new and improved sauce!

XOXOXO, Sarah

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Internal Brewsletter - February 12, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

STAFF PROVISIONS

Hey everyone - submit ideas for staff provisions!!!! It’s a cool way for you to have one of your ideas or favorite foods professionally executed! Also, just a reminder that at the end of the quarter we will be raffling off a gift card to the Downtown Corvallis Association (to be used at select downtown businesses) to anyone whose provision was picked!

WORKOUT PERKS

Just a reminder to everyone about two workout incentives that Block 15 provides:

  • We have a block of 65 OrangeTheory Fitness classes available, and will most likely be purchasing anther pack for the rest of 2020! If you are interested, you can call the studio to sign up for a class.

  • Additionally, if an employee can show they workout at least eight times per calendar month, Block 15 will put $20 onto your paycheck! This can be at any gym or workout class, etc. - essentially anywhere where you can get a verified log of attendance.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kristen or Ian.

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.

MAJESTIC THEATRE COMP SHOWS

There are a few upcoming Majestic Theatre shows that as Block 15 employees we get free tickets to! If you’re interested, please let Kevin know.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

CONGRATULATIONS!

A big congrats to Jorden W., who is our newest FOH Tap Room Manager! You go, girl! ♥

REVIEW TIME

It’s 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.

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 2/14: Nebula Stout (replacing Cosmic Cold Brew potentially)

  • Tues 2/18: Hypnosis (replacing Kriek)

  • Fri 2/21: ----

PUB

  • Fri 2/14: ----

  • Tues 2/18: ----

  • Fri 2/21: ----

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

Check back at the end of February for March’s release!

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • A Nugg Hugg / IPA

  • Vienna Lager

  • Emerging Sunshine / IPA

  • Surf Wax America / California Common *Nate’s Intern Beer!*

EVENTS

BLOCKOUT = tap takeover

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

THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

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

The People’s Pint in January for Heartland Humane Society raised $360.50!

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Tuesday 2/18 - 4 Spirits OSU Veteran’s Scholarship

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Tuesday 2/25 - Meals on Wheels Benton County

PUB UPDATES

FEBRUARY SPECIALS

  • Brewer’s Board // Cypress Groves' Humboldt Fog goat cheese, Bone marrow w/ hazelnut gremolata, balsamic pickled onions, honey-bourbon Dijon mustard and house baked artisan bread. $13.99

  • Southern Fried Shiitakes // Cornmeal crusted fried Mushroomery shiitakes with our creole aioli. $8.99

  • Maple Bourbon Bacon Burger // Oregon Natural hand spanked beef patty topped with bacon, Tillamook smoked cheddar, and sweet maple bourbon glaze.  Served on a toasted house baked bun with all the fixings and your choice of fries, soup, or salad. $16.99

  • Cajun Red Beans & Rice // Slow cooked red beans with Cajun spices, tomato, green pepper, onions, garlic, bacon, ham hocks and house made Andouille sausage served with steamed rice. $12.99

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 2/12 - Ian's Sunday Rigatoni, paired with Winter Amusement

*Submit ideas here!

PLATING UPDATES

Just an FYI the Sriracha Mac & Cheese is now going to be plated in a pasta bowl! The plating looks nicer:) The procedure will be posted in the kitchen for you!

Also, FOH’ers please remember to ask people if they want bread with their pastas, especially the Mac & Cheese! They’re already getting a lot of carbs, so we don’t want to waste more food than necessary!

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Internal Brewsletter - February 5, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

WORKOUT PERKS

Just a reminder to everyone about two workout incentives that Block 15 provides:

  • We have a block of 65 OrangeTheory Fitness classes available, and will most likely be purchasing anther pack for the rest of 2020! If you are interested, you can call the studio to sign up for a class.

  • Additionally, if an employee can show they workout at least eight times per calendar month, Block 15 will put $20 onto your paycheck! This can be at any gym or workout class, etc. - essentially anywhere where you can get a verified log of attendance.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kristen or Ian.

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.

MAJESTIC THEATRE COMP SHOWS

There are a few upcoming Majestic Theatre shows that as Block 15 employees we get free tickets to! If you’re interested, please let Kevin know.

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

REVIEW TIME!

It’s 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.

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 2/7: ----

  • Tues 2/11: Demo Tape (replacing empty tap that Fresh Pow was on)

  • Fri 2/14: Lucido (replacing empty tap that Wild Porter was on)

PUB

  • Fri 2/7: ----

  • Tues 2/11: Demo Tape (replacing Super Nebula, Vanilla Chocolate Raspberry)

  • Fri 2/14: Lucido (replacing Super Nebula, Breakfast with the Turkey)

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

Check back at the end of February for March’s release!

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • A Nugg Hugg / IPA

  • Vienna Lager

  • Emerging Sunshine / IPA

  • Surf Wax America / California Common *Nate’s Intern Beer!*

THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

February’s People’s Pint partner is Ocean Blue Project. The designated beer is Alpha IPA at the Pub and Fluffhead at the Tap Room.

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Tuesday 2/18 - 4 Spirits OSU Veteran’s Scholarship

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Tuesday 2/25 - Meals on Wheels Benton County

PUB UPDATES

FEBRUARY SPECIALS

  • Brewer’s Board // Cypress Groves' Humboldt Fog goat cheese, Bone marrow w/ hazelnut gremolata, balsamic pickled onions, honey-bourbon Dijon mustard and house baked artisan bread. $13.99

  • Southern Fried Shiitakes // Cornmeal crusted fried Mushroomery shiitakes with our creole aioli. $8.99

  • Maple Bourbon Bacon Burger // Oregon Natural hand spanked beef patty topped with bacon, Tillamook smoked cheddar, and sweet maple bourbon glaze.  Served on a toasted house baked bun with all the fixings and your choice of fries, soup, or salad. $16.99

  • Cajun Red Beans & Rice // Slow cooked red beans with Cajun spices, tomato, green pepper, onions, garlic, bacon, ham hocks and house made Andouille sausage served with steamed rice. $12.99

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 2/6 - Andrea's Stuffed Shells, paired with Gloria!

*Submit ideas here!

READING VERIFICATION

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Internal Brewsletter - January 29, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

100% FEEDBACK FORM CLARIFICATION

Going forward, we are asking any 100% feedback to be completed via the online form only. This form prompts more thoughtful feedback than the paper-copy ones, which is why those should be used primarily for customer feedback or for employee feedback that is just more general feedback…i.e. you had a great burger and want to tell the kitchen why!

Please ask a manager if you have questions!

EMPLOYEE TOURS

Just a reminder to everyone who hasn’t attended a Production Brewery Tour yet - you have until THIS FRIDAY (the 31st) to attend one! Please sign up via the web site.

BOURBON MONTH INFO FOR ALL STAFF

All of our staff should be knowledgeable about Bourbon Month coming up in February, regardless if you’re not FOH and don’t have to worry about the above education requirements!

So, the awesome and super talented Ms. Goody has put together a Bourbon Month Overview that you should all definitely familiarize yourself with! It has an overview of the month, as well as some detailed information on the various events happening.

It’s a super fun (and busy!) month, and customers get real pumped about it, so there are bound to be questions!

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 1/31: Super Nebula (replacing The Prophecies) / Super Nebula, Breakfast with the Turkey (replacing Wild Porter) / Super Nebula, Vanilla Chocolate Raspberry (replacing Hypnosis 2017) / Kriek (replacing Hypnosis) / The DAB Lab, Juice Joint (replacing Board Shorts)

  • Tues 2/4: ----

  • Fri 2/7: KLCC/YCH Collab IPA

PUB

  • Fri 1/31: Super Nebula (replacing Hypnosis) / Super Nebula, Breakfast with the Turkey (replacing Fresh Pow) / Super Nebula, Vanilla Chocolate Raspberry (replacing Nebula) / Kriek (replacing Cosmic Cold Brew) / The DAB Lab, Juice Joint (replacing Board Shorts)

  • Tues 2/4: ----

  • Fri 2/7: KLCC/YCH Collab IPA

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Super Nebula 2020 / Super Nebula, Breakfast with the Turkey / Super Nebula, Vanilla Chocolate Raspberry / Kriek, a Spontaneous Cuvée (500mL bottles) // The DAB Lab, Juice Joint (16oz cans)

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • A Nugg Hugg / IPA

  • Vienna Lager

THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

January’s People’s Pint partner is Heartland Humane Society. The designated beer is Doppelbock at the Pub and Alpha IPA at the Tap Room.

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Tuesday 2/18 - 4 Spirits OSU Veteran’s Scholarship

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Tuesday 2/25 - Meals on Wheels Benton County

PUB UPDATES

FEBRUARY SPECIALS

  • Brewer’s Board // Cypress Groves' Humboldt Fog goat cheese, Bone marrow w/ hazelnut gremolata, balsamic pickled onions, honey-bourbon Dijon mustard and house baked artisan bread. $13.99

  • Southern Fried Shiitakes // Cornmeal crusted fried Mushroomery shiitakes with our creole aioli. $8.99

  • Maple Bourbon Bacon Burger // Oregon Natural hand spanked beef patty topped with bacon, Tillamook smoked cheddar, and sweet maple bourbon glaze.  Served on a toasted house baked bun with all the fixings and your choice of fries, soup, or salad. $16.99

  • Cajun Red Beans & Rice // Slow cooked red beans with Cajun spices, tomato, green pepper, onions, garlic, bacon, ham hocks and house made Andouille sausage served with steamed rice. $12.99

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 1/30 - Rosalin's Shrimp Po' Boy, paired with Gloria!

*Submit ideas here!

READING VERIFICATION

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Internal Brewsletter - January 22, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

FEBRUARY BOTTLE RELEASE

Next weekend is our February bottle release, and with it comes your opportunity to snag some highly anticipated Super Nebula bottles, Super Nebula Breakfast with the Turkey, Super Nebula Vanilla Chocolate Raspberry, Kriek bottles, and DAB Lab, Juice Joint cans (details and pricing on these beers are below)!

As employees you are able to pre-order your allotment of these bottles and pick them up out at our Tap Room on Friday, January 31st from 11:30am to 10pm! To request your allotment, please follow this link and fill out the requested info. The deadline to fill out this form is Wednesday, February 29th at 5pm. If you do not pre-order by this date, you will be unable to pick up your allotment on Friday.

*NOTE: You will receive your employee discount of 25% off whether you get your bottles on Friday or later. But to ensure there are enough bottles available on Friday, you must pre-order.

Feel free to shoot Beth a message if you have any questions!

EMPLOYEE TOURS

Just a reminder to everyone who hasn’t attended a Production Brewery Tour yet - you have until Friday, January 31st to attend one! Please sign up via the web site. You only have THREE chances left! If you foresee any issues with being able to attend one, please let Paige know.

MAJESTIC THEATRE COMP SHOWS

There are still a few upcoming Majestic Theatre shows that as Block 15 employees we get free tickets to! If you’re interested, please let Kevin know.

BOURBON MONTH INFO FOR ALL STAFF

All of our staff should be knowledgeable about Bourbon Month coming up in February, regardless if you’re not FOH and don’t have to worry about the above education requirements!

So, the awesome and super talented Ms. Goody has put together a Bourbon Month Overview that you should all definitely familiarize yourself with! It has an overview of the month, as well as some detailed information on the various events happening.

It’s a super fun (and busy!) month, and customers get real pumped about it, so there are bound to be questions!

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELCOME

Let’s give a warm welcome to our newest staff members at Caves! Erick Taylor and Matthew Rubio are both joining us as a Line Cooks…welcome you two!

REVIEW TIME

It’s still review time for K10 and Nick Abrew at the Tap Room! Please leave feedback here.

NEW POSITION

Just a reminder that Chris Althouse sent out a HotSchedules message yesterday with a job posting for a Distribution Sales Rep within the company! Details can be found within his message, in addition to how to apply if you’re interested!

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 1/24: ----

  • Tues 1/28: Fluffhead (replacing One Hop Wonder, Centennial)

  • Fri 1/31: Super Nebula (replacing The Prophecies) / Super Nebula, Breakfast with the Turkey (replacing Wild Porter) / Super Nebula, Vanilla Chocolate Raspberry (replacing Hypnosis 2017) / Kriek (replacing Hypnosis) / The DAB Lab, Juice Joint (replacing Board Shorts)

PUB

  • Fri 1/24: ----

  • Tues 1/28: Fluffhead (replacing One Hop Wonder, Centennial)

  • Fri 1/31: Super Nebula (replacing Hypnosis) / Super Nebula, Breakfast with the Turkey (replacing Fresh Pow) / Super Nebula, Vanilla Chocolate Raspberry (replacing Nebula) / Kriek (replacing Cosmic Cold Brew) / The DAB Lab, Juice Joint (replacing Board Shorts)

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Super Nebula 2020 / Imperial Stout Matured in Bourbon Barrels and Conditioned on Cocoa Nibs
    Each year we mature Super Nebula—an imperial version of our Nebula Stout—in unique bourbon barrels, followed by conditioning on cocoa nibs selected to complement that year’s blend. 2020 Super Nebula was matured in Wild Turkey bourbon barrels and then conditioned on direct trade and Rainforest Alliance Certified Forastero cocoa nibs from Ghana. / 13.25% ABV / $11.50 / 500mL bottle / 5 bottles/person

  • Super Nebula, Breakfast with the Turkey / Bourbon Barrel Matured Imperial Stout with Cocoa Nibs, Maple Syrup, and Coffee Beans 
    This special variation of Super Nebula was matured in Wild Turkey bourbon barrels and conditioned on Ghanan Forastero cocoa nibs, maple, and Kenyan Aguthi Thage-ini coffee beans from Bespoken Coffee Roasters. / 13.25% ABV /$12.50 / 500mL bottle / 3 bottles/person

  • Super Nebula, Vanilla Chocolate Raspberry / Bourbon Barrel Matured Imperial Stout with Vanilla, Cocoa Nibs, Chocolate and Raspberries
    This special variation of Super Nebula was matured in Wild Turkey bourbon barrels and then conditioned on Ghanan Forastero cocoa nibs, liquid cacao, vanilla, and red raspberries. / 13.25% ABV / $12.50 / 500mL bottle / 2 bottles/person

  • Kriek, a Spontaneous Cuvée / Oud Bruin Spontaneously Fermented in Bourbon Barrels with Cherries
    Kriek, a Spontaneous Cuvée is an oud bruin inspired wild ale that was spontaneously fermented in bourbon barrels first used to mature Super Nebula. After extended conditioning on Montmorency cherries from The Cherry Country, we blended barrels of Kriek at their peak of character, marrying the unique expression of our wild cellar’s resident flora with the essence of fresh tart cherries and a subtle hint of bourbon. / 7% ABV / $11.50 / 500mL bottle / 3 bottles/person

  • The DAB Lab, Juice Joint / Progressive IPA ftg. Hop Extractions
    The DAB Lab series focuses on vibrant hop-forward ales that prominently feature hop extractions. Juice Joint pairs dank, citrusy, and tropical varietals—a heady hop combination that’s packed with hop character of resin-dipped pineapple skunk and freshly squeezed twisted citrus. / 7% ABV / $4.00, plus deposit / 16oz can / no limit

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • A Nugg Hugg / IPA

  • Vienna Lager

THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

January’s People’s Pint partner is Heartland Humane Society. The designated beer is One Hop Wonder, Centennial (backup: Doppelbock) at the Pub and Love Potion #9 at the Tap Room.

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Check back in February!

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Check back in February!

PUB UPDATES

FEBRUARY SPECIALS

Check back next week for February special information!

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 1/23 - Cody's Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese BBQ Pork Balls, paired with Gloria!

*Submit ideas here!

READING VERIFICATION

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Internal Brewsletter - January 15, 2020

YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

PIG BREAK DOWN

On Monday, January 20th some of our kitchen folks will be doing a pig break down! If you’re interested in watching (or possibly even participating), come to the Tap Room anytime after 10:45am. You don’t need to stay for the whole thing, if you just want to pop in and see what’s going on that’s fine! Every 6 months or so we get a local pig and break it down and go on to use almost every part of the pig from the breakdown in various specials, dishes, etc.!

STAFF PICKS

Kevin sent out a HotSchedules message yesterday asking for more participation in our Staff Picks program! It's pretty simple and only takes about 5-10 minutes! You and Kevin will sit down, he will buy you a beer of your choice, and you’ll tell him why you're currently diggin' on that specific selection (while he snaps a candid photo or two). We know being on the gram/book/twittersphere might be intimidating, but it's a rad way to convey our brand, culture and identity to fans of our company. 

If that sounds like something you'd be cool doing, drop him a line either on HotSchedules or his email.

Thanks and have a stellar week!

EMPLOYEE TOURS

Just a reminder to everyone who hasn’t attended a Production Brewery Tour yet - you have until Friday, January 31st to attend one! Please sign up via the web site. You only have a few chances left! If you foresee any issues with being able to attend one, please let Paige know.

MAJESTIC THEATRE COMP SHOWS

There are a few upcoming Majestic Theatre shows that as Block 15 employees we get free tickets to! If you’re interested, please let Kevin know.

BOURBON MONTH FRONT OF HOUSE BEER EDUCATION

Bourbon Month approaches! To help you prepare, we will be focusing on all things BOURBON for January's education. We are also back to our normal process of classes/test/reviews for this month, and Caves FOH will be joining us for classes this month (yay! Caves friends, your requirements are denoted with **). Here are the requirements, which are due on 1/31/2020:

FYI, BourbMo is a big undertaking with tons of events and specials and overall awesomeness! That being said, this education is only part of the info. Please be sure to read everything that comes out in the newsletter, postings, and HotSchedules messages. 

Class Schedule 

Sat 1/18, 10am @ PUB

Wed 1/22, 2pm @ PUB

Thurs 1/23, 3pm @ PUB

Tues 1/28, 3pm @ PUB

House shifts will be available shortly, and we are prepared to add one more class if needed. Since we have extra folks attending this month, please do your best to actually attend the shift you picked up so we can manage class sizes and keep it fun and informational! 

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

BOURBON MONTH INFO FOR ALL STAFF

All of our staff should be knowledgeable about Bourbon Month coming up in February, regardless if you’re not FOH and don’t have to worry about the above education requirements!

So, the awesome and super talented Ms. Goody has put together a Bourbon Month Overview that you should all definitely familiarize yourself with! It has an overview of the month, as well as some detailed information on the various events happening.

It’s a super fun (and busy!) month, and customers get real pumped about it, so there are bound to be questions!

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELCOME

Let’s give a warm welcome to our newest staff members!:

  • Cesar Dominguez - Host at the Pub and Server at Caves

  • Maddie Briese - Host at the Pub

  • Caleb Goertz - Host at the Pub

  • Cayd Erickson - Line Cook at the Pub

REVIEW TIME

It’s review time for K10 and Nick Abrew at the Tap Room! Please leave feedback here.

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 1/17: ----

  • Tues 1/21: ----

  • Fri 1/24: ----

PUB

  • Fri 1/17: ----

  • Tues 1/21: ----

  • Fri 1/24: ----


UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

Information on our February Bottle Release will be available next week!

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Super Nebula / Imperial Stout Matured in Bourbon Barrels and Conditioned on Cocoa Nibs

  • Kriek / Oud Bruin Ale Spontaneously Fermented in Bourbon Barrels with Cherries

  • The DAB Lab, Juice Joint /  IPA ftg. Hop Extractions

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THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

January’s People’s Pint partner is Heartland Humane Society. The designated beer is Doppelbock at the Pub and Cosmic Cold Brew at the Tap Room.

Katy crunched the numbers from Cameron Merrill’s Legacy Holiday Toy Drive in December, and we gave over 250 toys to Doernbecher and Randall Children’s Hospital, amounting in over $1,000!

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Check back in February!

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Check back in February!

PUB UPDATES

JANUARY SPECIALS

  • Brewer’s Board // Sopresetta, Willamette Valley Cheese Co. Gouda, house fermented beets, sweet onion jam, Marcona almonds and house baked ale bread. $13.99

  • Fried Olives // Breaded and fried Frescatrano olives, stuffed with seasoned Peppertree Chicago sausage, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Served with citrus aioli. $7.99

  • Porkstrami Sandwich // Thinly sliced house made Carlton Farms pork shoulder pastrami, on freshly baked ale bread with grilled onions, Tillamook Swiss, house pickles and yellow mustard. Served with your choice of side. $15.99

  • Clam & Stout Linguine // Fresh linguine noodles tossed with our mildly spiced Nebula stout & hazelnut-basil pesto clam sauce, sweet red peppers, jalapenos and whole pacific clams. Served with house baked garlic bread. $16.99

*Procedures can be found here!

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 1/16 - Nathan Burns' Sausage & Chantrelle with Grits

*Submit ideas here!

WINTER COCKTAILS

  • BLOOD ORANGE FIZZ // SlapTail vodka and blood orange puree, topped with lemon-lime soda and served on the rocks

  • BLACK CURRANT COBBLER // 4 Spirits Whiskey, house black currant liqueur, lemon, honey, cinnamon & nutmeg

  • WINTER SIDECAR // Tuaca, triple sec, fresh orange and lemon juices, and simple syrup served up with a cinnamon-sugar rim

  • KENTUCKY COFFEE // 4 Spirits Whiskey, Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream, hot coffee topped with bourbon-brown sugar cream float.

  • HOT SPIKED CIDER // Hot cider, Applejack Brandy, Tuaca

**Blackberry Lemonade will be replaced with Blood Orange as our seasonal offering (house sodas will continue to be Raspberry Vanilla and Cherry Almond until the springtime)

TAP ROOM UPDATES

WINTER MENU UPDATES PHASE 2

  • Tri-Tip French Dip // Thinly sliced medium rare Oregon Natural tri-tip served warm on a house baked baguette with a side of garlic jus. / $12.50

  • Dolcelatte Tempeh Melt // Oven roasted Surata tempeh, Gloria braised red chard, winter squash marmalade and Dolcelatte gorgonzola on ale bread. / $12.50

  • Oregon Tuna Melt // House made Oregon albacore tuna salad, with spinach, Red Bell Peppers, pickled onions, smoked mozzarella and parmesan served on house baked artisan bread. / $12

*Procedures can be found here!

**Also, FYI all Tap Room Sandwiches will come with salt & pepper kettle chips on the side from here on out! Prices of sandwiches will go up by $1 to reflect now having a side. Tortilla chips and salsa/guac/queso are still available for those who want it!

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YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

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DINE OUTS & PEOPLE’S PINT PARTNERSHIPS

Do you have a local charitable organization you are involved with or passionate about? If so, we want to know! We are preparing to schedule our dine-out and People's Pint Tap partnerships for 2020, and are always interested in supporting the organizations that are important to our team. If you have any suggestions or comments, please email Katy or send her a HotSchedules message. (And please don't hesitate to let her know if you get involved with any awesome charitable events throughout the year as well!)

EMPLOYEE TOURS

Just a reminder to everyone who hasn’t attended a Production Brewery Tour yet - you have until Friday, January 31st to attend one! Please sign up via the web site. You only have a few chances left! If you foresee any issues with being able to attend one, please let Paige know.

MAJESTIC THEATRE COMP SHOWS

There are a few upcoming Majestic Theatre shows that as Block 15 employees we get free tickets to! If you’re interested, please let Kevin know.

STAFF PROVISIONS

In order to garner some more entries in our Staff Provisions, we’re going to make it interesting! For the first quarter of the year (January-March), anyone that has their Provision chosen will be entered in a raffle. At the end of the quarter there will be a drawing for a $50 gift card from the Downtown Corvallis Association - which will be redeemable at any of these businesses!

You can submit ideas here!

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELCOME

Let’s give a warm welcome to Stuart McClean, who joins us as a Line Cook at Caves!

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 1/10: Love Potion #9 (replacing Oaked St. Nick) / Nebula Stout (replacing Drive Me to Firenze)

  • Tues 1/14: ----

  • Fri 1/17: ----

PUB

  • Fri 1/10: Love Potion #9 (going on empty tap)

  • Tues 1/14: ----

  • Fri 1/17: ----

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Fri 1/10 - Love Potion #9 (in 16oz cans)

    *This will be available at both the Tap Room and the Pub!

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Super Nebula / Imperial Stout Matured in Bourbon Barrels and Conditioned on Cocoa Nibs

  • Kriek / Oud Bruin Ale Spontaneously Fermented in Bourbon Barrels with Cherries

  • The DAB Lab, Juice Joint /  IPA ftg. Hop Extractions

EVENTS

BLOCKOUT = tap takeover

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

THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

January’s People’s Pint partner is Heartland Humane Society. The designated beer is Doppelbock at the Pub and Drive Me to Firenze (switching to Wild Porter later in the week) at the Tap Room.

The People’s Pint in December for Benco raised $221.50!

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Check back in February!

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Check back in February!

PUB UPDATES

JANUARY SPECIALS

  • Brewer’s Board // Sopresetta, Willamette Valley Cheese Co. Gouda, house fermented beets, sweet onion jam, Marcona almonds and house baked ale bread. $13.99

  • Fried Olives // Breaded and fried Frescatrano olives, stuffed with seasoned Peppertree Chicago sausage, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Served with citrus aioli. $7.99

  • Porkstrami Sandwich // Thinly sliced house made Carlton Farms pork shoulder pastrami, on freshly baked ale bread with grilled onions, Tillamook Swiss, house pickles and yellow mustard. Served with your choice of side. $15.99

  • Clam & Stout Linguine // Fresh linguine noodles tossed with our mildly spiced Nebula stout & hazelnut-basil pesto clam sauce, sweet red peppers, jalapenos and whole pacific clams. Served with house baked garlic bread. $16.99

*Procedures can be found here!

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 1/9 - Simon’s Chopped Cheese, paired with Gloria!

*Submit ideas here!

ALLEY FRYER BINS

We are still having issues with which bins grease/oil get dumped in in the alley behind the Pub. There are 3 bins: medium on the left, big in the middle, and small on the right.

  • Small and medium bins are for waste oils like smoker grease or grease from grease traps

  • The Large bin is for old fryer oil, and only old fryer oil

    • The chunks must be filtered through the china hat before being dumped in there!  

If the bins are looking 3/4 full or more, please let a manager know to call and schedule a pickup. Also please ask a manager if you have questions or are still unclear!

TAP ROOM UPDATES

WINTER MENU UPDATES PHASE 1

  • Roasted Brussel Sprouts // Brussel Sprouts Served warm with shallot vinaigrette, winter squash, cranberries and parmesan. // Small $4 / Large $7 (replacing Kale & Butternut Squash Salad)

  • Mama Lil's Chicken Sandwich // Whole roasted chicken thigh topped with Mama Lils' pickled pepper-pumpkin seed pesto and melted smoked gouda, sweet piquillo peppers, spinach and garlic aioli on ale bread. // $10.50 (replacing Smoked Chicken & Poblano Stromboli

  • Pilz En Kraut // Sautéed local mushrooms, roasted broccolini, Completely Crocked beet kraut, melted gruyere and Russian dressing on toasted pumpernickel. / $11

*Procedures can be found here!

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100% FOOD FEEDBACK

With new monthly specials coming out at the Pub today, just a reminder that you can fill out your food feedback online! This link will also live permanently on the internal landing page, FYI. Go get your food on!

WANDERING AENGUS CIDER TOUR

Hey Blockstars!

As per yearly tradition, Wandering Aengus (the kind folks who make our cider) has invited the Block crew up to Salem to tour their facility and taste through some barrels of bourbon/whiskey barrel aged ciders so we help pick our 2020 Blind Tiger Bourbon Barrel Aged Cider! We will meet at the Pub at 10am on Monday, January 13th and carpool up to Salem. The tour will go from 11am-1pm and Wandering Aengus will be providing lunch as well! If you are interested in going, please fill out the attached form by Friday, January 10th!

❤,
Goody

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 1/3: Cosmic Cold Brew (replacing Maple) / One Hop Wonder, Centennial (replacing Fluffhead) / Board Shorts (replacing Hoppy Holidays!) / Hypnosis (replacing Hoppy New Year!) / Winter Amusement (replacing ESB)

  • Tues 1/7: ----

  • Fri 1/10: Love Potion #9 (replacing Oaked St. Nick)

PUB

  • Fri 1/3: Cosmic Cold Brew (replacing Nebula Stout) / One Hop Wonder, Centennial (replacing Fluffhead) / Board Shorts (replacing Hoppy Holidays!) / Hypnosis (replacing Hoppy New Year!) / Winter Amusement (replacing Oaked St. Nick)

  • Tues 1/7: ----

  • Fri 1/10: Love Potion #9 (going on empty tap)

UPCOMING CAN/BOTTLE RELEASES

  • Sat 1/3 - Board Shorts and Cosmic Cold Brew (in 16oz cans) / Hypnosis and Winter Amusement (in 500mL bottles)

    *These are being released at both the Tap Room and the Pub on Saturday, 1/3 - the Tap Room is the primary release location, however we want to have them available for folks at the Pub as well!

    *Also, an FYI - Lucido was not quite ready to be released yet, so that offering will not be available.

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UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • Love Potion #9 / Stout with Chocolate and Marionberries

  • Super Nebula / Imperial Stout Matured in Bourbon Barrels and Conditioned on Cocoa Nibs

  • Kriek / Oud Bruin Ale Spontaneously Fermented in Bourbon Barrels with Cherries

  • The DAB Lab, Juice Joint /  IPA ftg. Hop Extractions

EVENTS

BLOCKOUT = tap takeover

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

THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

January’s People’s Pint partner is Heartland Humane Society. The designated beer is Print Master’s Pale at the Pub and Drive Me to Firenze at the Tap Room.

Also, FYI we will not be holding Dine Outs in January to make way for some fundraisers later in the year!

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Check back in February!

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Check back in February!

PUB UPDATES

JANUARY SPECIALS

  • Brewer’s Board - Prosciutto, Prophecies-soaked Willamette Valley Cheese Co. Gouda, house fermented beets, sweet onion jam, Marcona almonds and house baked ale bread. $13.99

  • Fried Olives - Breaded and fried Frescatrano olives, stuffed with seasoned Peppertree Chicago sausage, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Served with citrus aioli. $7.99

  • Porkstrami Sandwich - Thinly sliced house made Carlton Farms pork shoulder pastrami, on freshly baked ale bread with grilled onions, Tillamook Swiss, house pickles and yellow mustard. Served with your choice of side. $15.99

  • Clam & Stout Linguine - Fresh linguine noodles tossed with our mildly spiced Nebula stout & hazelnut-basil pesto clam sauce, sweet red peppers, jalapenos and whole pacific clams. Served with house baked garlic bread. $16.99

*Procedures can be found here!

STAFF PROVISION

Thursday 12 - Paige’s Balsamic Chicken Sandwich with Mango-Apricot Chutney, paired with Willa

*Submit ideas here!

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