Blank [...]]]> As promised, here’s a list of licenses applied for, but not yet approved in Ohio. A1 licenses are required for brewing beer, ale, stout or other malt liquors. A1A licenses are required for serving beer or liquor on an A1  premise (although recent law changes allow for tasting rooms at breweries without the A1A now.)

Blank Slate Brewing Company – Airport Rd, Cincinnati (A1)

Dos Neighbors – Lee Road, Cleveland Heights (A1, A1A)

Double Barrel Brewery – Eastern Ave, Cincinnati (A1)

Buckeye Lake Brewery – Buckeye Lake (A1A) [A1 issued last year]

Morlein Lager House Patio & Lawn, Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati (A1, A1A)

Fat Head’s Brewery – Sheldon Rd, Middleburg Heights (A1) [new production brewery - not a brewpub]

Gerold Fryman – Beall Ave, Wooster (A1)

Hoof Hearted Brewing – Frost Rd, Marengo (A1)

Valley Vineyards Farm – Morrow (A1)

Willoughby Brewing – Erie St. banquet room & patios, Willoughby (A1, A1A) (additional permits for banquet room & patios for existing brewery)

Zauber Brewing – Norton Ave, Columbus (A1)

It promises to be an exciting 2012 for Ohio Craft Beer!

Go to [...]]]> On my way to Grape vs. Grains in a few minutes (tickets sold out) but there are many many more events tonight through next Saturday night for you to enjoy. In fact, check out Lily’s chocolates tonight from 7-9 pm for a sour beer/chocolate tasting. I wish I could be there! Too many choices!

Go to www.clevelandbeerweek.org for complete listing and for tickets to the major events.

On April 30 & May 1, 2011, more than eighteen beer judges and nine beer stewards, participated in the 2nd Annual Denver International Beer Competition at the Omni Interlocken Resort, Broomfield, Colorado.

The judges awarded a total of [...]]]> At the recent 2011 Denver International Beer Competition, Fat Head’s Head Hunter IPA won yet another gold medal .

On April 30 & May 1, 2011, more than eighteen beer judges and nine beer stewards, participated in the 2nd Annual Denver International Beer Competition at the Omni Interlocken Resort, Broomfield, Colorado.

The judges awarded a total of 43 medals in sixteen categories, plus Best of Show. Congratulations to Fat Head’s Brewery & Saloon and brewer Matt Cole for the gold medal in the IPA category!

Here’s a list of medals or awards won by this fantastic West Coast style India Pale Ale:

• Silver medal, 2010 Great American Beer Fest
• 1st place champion – Brewing News National IPA challenge
• Gold medal, 2009 West Coast IPA festival
• Top 25 beers in the World 2009, Draft Magazine
• Gold medal winner, Cleveland Oktoberfest
• Best in show, Cleveland Oktoberfest

March 5 – get your tickets now!

Click here for more info.

Update: Two Ohio brews: Hoppin’ Frog’s Hoppin’ to Heaven IPA and Buckeye’s Cleveland IPA have advanced to the third round which [...]]]> It’s that time of year again… for the annual Brewing News National IPA Championships. If you remember, last year it was won by our own Fat Head’s Brewery & Saloon. For more info: click here.

Update: Two Ohio brews: Hoppin’ Frog’s Hoppin’ to Heaven IPA and Buckeye’s Cleveland IPA have advanced to the third round which will be held on March 2. Congrats and good luck!

Update #2: Both Ohio brews lost in the third round. The final winner of the competition this year was Lawson’s Finest Liquids Triple Play IPA from the Sugarhouse Brewery in Warren, Vermont. Others in the Final Four were Organic Hopworks IPA from Hopworks Urban Brewery, Dirty Dog IPA from Big Dog’s Brewing Co., and Ithaca Brewing’s Flower Power IPA.

Billed as the the largest showcase and competition of world beers in the Midwest, it’s coming to the IX Center in Cleveland on May 13-14, 2011.

You will find upwards of 800 beers from 200 breweries all under one roof. The event will feature three public tasting sessions with 200 stellar breweries [...]]]>

Cleveland International Beer Fest

Billed as the the largest showcase and competition of world beers in the Midwest, it’s coming to the IX Center in Cleveland on May 13-14, 2011.

You will find upwards of 800 beers from 200 breweries all under one roof. The event will feature three public tasting sessions with 200 stellar breweries from around the world pouring upwards of 800 select beers – tickets are on sale now at www.ixbeerfest.com.

“It is a natural fit that Cleveland and the I-X Center host a beer showcase and competition of this caliber,” notes Bob Peterson, President, I-X Center. “With more than 45 active breweries in the state and a consistent top 10 rank nationally in terms of consumption, Ohioans know, respect and support the beer industry. As an exposition center with a proven track record of success, the I-X Center is thrilled to produce an event of this magnitude highlighting local, national and international beers and breweries.”

International Beer Fest will feature appearances by celebrity brewers, authors and personalities sharing enlightening industry insights on the Main Stage. From discussions to demonstrations, beer experts will also appear on other stages throughout the show to share how they have shaped the industry and to meet patrons during autograph sessions. (Special appearance schedule is forthcoming.)

International Beer Fest Features:

· Educational programming abounds at “Brew U”, where beer-centric demonstrations and discussions will highlight trends in home brewing, regional developments and green brewing.

· Tasting room offers seminars on food and beer pairings identifying beer flavors and more.

· Exhibitors specializing in beer-related products will showcase and offer their wares available for purchase.

· A convenient Store will feature apparel and keepsakes from featured breweries. All features are included with ticket purchase.

Patrons keenly interested in exceptional beers can also choose to purchase a VIP exBEERience ticket which includes all of the Fest Features above, PLUS access to the VIP Brewers Lounge to enjoy exclusive tappings of rare and/or limited edition beers along with additional exclusive programming. Tickets are on sale now at www.ixbeerfest.com

Session 1 — Friday, May 13 from 7-11 p.m

Session 2 — Saturday, May 14 from 1-5 p.m

Session 3 — Saturday, May 14 from 7-11 p.m.

PRICING:

$45 Single-Session General Admission Ticket (Session 1, 2, OR 3)

$120 All-Session General Admission Pass (Includes ALL Sessions)

$75 Single-Session VIP exBEERience Ticket (Session 1, 2 OR 3)

$200 All-Session VIP exBEERience Pass (Includes ALL Sessions)

To maximize the VIP exBEERience, only a limited number of tickets are available.

$20 Single Session Designated Driver Ticket (Session 1, 2, OR 3; excludes alcohol samplings)

The General Admission Ticket includes:

Admission to selected session(s), Commemorative tasting cup Unlimited tastings, access to all public special appearances, demonstrations and educational programming, and festival program.

VIP exBEERience Ticket includes all benefits of the General Admission Ticket PLUS:

Commemorative T-Shirt,

Limited edition credential badge,

Unlimited access to VIP Brewers Lounge to enjoy exclusive tappings of rare and/or limited edition beers,

Additional programming and opportunity to meet and mingle with prominent Brewers, and

Complimentary hor d’oeurves and food pairings.

The International Beer Fest is held at the I-X Center at One I-X Center Drive in Cleveland, Ohio on Route 237, adjacent to Cleveland Hopkins Airport. It is easily accessible from I-480, I-71 and the Ohio Turnpike. FMI: 216.265.7468 or www.ixbeerfest.com