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Brewers Note ~ West Side in Review

hbadmin — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:36:02 +0000

West Side is a hoppy amber Belgian-style beer. The hoppiness is derived from quintessential West Coast hops. Hop character is forward, yet restrained, and sits at ~40IBUs (i.e. on the lower end of an American IPA) so not to dominate the flavors and aromas of malt and fermentation. The malt is mellow and relatively neutral with perhaps notes of toast, toffee, caramel, and/or stone fruit. Balance is desired on every level; thus, overly estery/phenolic fermentations and/or overly robust maltiness are not desired.
I have made many revisions to improve West Side. A month ago, while staring deeply into the steel pot of boiling invert syrup, I had an insight. Use our house made amber candi syrup to provide color, complexity, stone fruity flavors and remove the small fraction of roasted Belgian crystal malt. I would still use the same fraction of crystal malt, but a lighter crystal malt that will provide a more neutral vanilla light caramel maltiness and still maintain the desired body and structure. Further, I can add a layer of character, while adjusting my color with the candi syrup! This will eliminate the slight roast bite at the end of West Side that I don’t much care for, without interrupting the intended overall impression. In fact, the increase in complexity and the resulting depth of flavor will bring us closer than ever to the intended overall impression.
The first couple batches were lighter than intended. The flavors contributed from the sugar were very neutral, resembling cotton candy sweetness. I actually miss the complexity from the roasted crystal malt. So, I’ll adjust the malt bill to be darker, keep the candi sugar and hopefully arrive at perfection!

~ Jason Sowards – Brewer & Owner of Harriet Brewing

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Tap Room 1 Year Anniversary Extravaganza Week! March 13-16, 2013

hbadmin — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 05:59:28 +0000

Yep, Our Tap Room is about to be a one year old! In celebration of our landmark day (St. Patty’s Day of 2012) we are throwing a party all week long! An interesting eclectic mix of music perfect for the occasion. Country, Blues, Funk, Singer/Songwriter, Jazz, Celtic Folk and Celtic Jam. How else would we celebrate turning one?
BEER MENU:
Elevator Doppelbock
Peace Elevator – Coffee Doppelbock
West Side – Belgian-Style IPA
Orange Peel West Side
Barrel Aged Divine Oculust(Fri & Sat)

Mix It Up Wednesday – 3/13

Express yourself and enjoy cheap craft beer! Happy hour all day long with “Tap the Mic”, Harriet Brewing open mic night. Sign-up at 7pm | Talent 8-11pm

Country Thursday – 3/14

We welcome the most loved traditional country band in MN, The Cactus Blossoms back to the Tap Room Stage. Paired up with good old Melch’s Meat Wagon. Music starts at 8pm.

Funk N’ Blues Friday – 3/15

You gotta have the blues and we have Jimmi & The Band of Souls (7pm)to set the mood right Friday night. We get Funky later with The Premiums (Rauchfest 2012) at 9pm. Add some New Orleans flare to the night with Cajun 2 Geaux and you are on a roll!

Classic Saturday Afternoon – 3/16

If you remember that night about a year ago, we had neighborhood singer/songwriter Matt Yetter (3pm) and our house jazz band Zack Lozier Three (4:30) play through the sunset and into the night. We are recreating that magical evening during the day this time around.

Enjoy MidNord Empanada Food Truck All Day long!

Celtic Saturday Night – 3/16

As a trio, Lehto and Wright (7pm) push the boundaries of Celtic rock, utilizing all the tools of a rock band to achieve the effect of a six-piece band with three musicians. The Sweet Colleens (9:30pm) are accomplished multi-instrumentalists who together fuse their diverse musical backgrounds into a high-energy, infectious, and crowd-pleasing mix of “fiddle-infused, accordion-fueled, celti-cajun folk pop.”

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Don’t Worry, Be Happy, EVERY Wednesday

hbadmin — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 03:54:04 +0000

Be Happy, All Day, Every Wednesday at Harriet Brewing’s Tap Room.

$1 OFF any tap from 4pm-close.
EVERY WEDNESDAY!

Look for extended hours on Wednesday coming this spring.

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Open New Year’s Eve for Growler Sales 2-8pm!!

hbadmin — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 18:00:18 +0000

We are opening our doors from 2-8pm for New Year’s Eve (December 31st). Come and get your growlers to bring in the New Year! OPEN NEW YEAR’S EVE DAY Monday, December 31st 2-8pm (Growler Sales Only – Come to the … Continue reading →

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Harriet Brewing’s 2nd Anniversary Bash

hbadmin — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 15:12:07 +0000

Saturday January 19th
at El Nuevo Rodeo – 4th Floor Ballroom
Doors at 6pm • Music at 7pm • 21+

General Admission Tickets:
$14 in advance/ $20 at door
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A limited amount of $14 fee free tickets are available at the Brewery.

Harriet Brewing is celebrating our Two Year Anniversary in true Harriet fashion at the El Nuevo Rodeo on January 19th. From 6 PM to 1AM, we’re taking over all 12 taps, showcasing a variety of local musicians/artists, and hanging out with the community that has helped us make our first two years absolutely incredible! We have some exciting new selections and one-offs in addition to your old favorites for the total tap takeover.

In addition to a dozen fantastic Harriet Brewing beers, we have a night full of entertainment lined up for our guests.
7-8:30 – Postina
8:45-10:15 – Brass Kings
10:30-1am – Malamanya

Live Art by Chuck Hues and Jesse Brodd
Photo Booth with Costumes and props by Blackbird Photography

Full Tapas Bar by El Nuevo Rodeo
- Tapas Buffet from 6-9pm ($12)
- Order from menu or restaurant from 9-2am!

There will also be free music and special brews just across the street in the Tap Room*.
Brewery doors open at noon, with music from 3pm to close with Daddy Squeeze, Chris Koza of Rogue Valley, Srazhalys and Not Quite Dead.
* Capacity of 80 people at any given time still applies.

Saturday Brewery Tours
12pm, 1pm & 2pm
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12 Tap Takeover

All Beers will be 16oz for $5
There will also be Wine, Tequila, Rum and Whiskey drinks available!

Beer Menu
Elevator Doppelbock
Coffee Elevator Doppelbock
West Side
East Side
Orange Peel West Side
Wachen Bock
Oaked Wachen Bock
Dark Abbey
Spiced Dark Abbey
Divine Oculust
Chardonnay Barrel Aged Divine Oculust
Divine Resolution

Elevator Doppelbock makes its return!!
Elevator Doppelbock is traditionally brewed using the decoction method and is lagered for two months. This beer is rich and malt driven, with characteristics of dark fruit and caramel supported by a light toastiness and just enough bitterness from the hops to keep it balanced. Elevator is hearty, yet clean and complex. It’s tempting to make this a daily ration of liquid bread… you know, to honor the monks. 8% ABV • 20 IBU

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