Nov 3, 2011 Posted by Bean

Stout in and with Food

In preparation of the first International Stout Day, November 3, 2011 we gathered to celebrate Washington stout beers and delicious food. Schedules dictated that we do our main celebration on Sunday evening but today we share the adventure! Washington Stout Beers American Brewery Oatmeal Stout- dense, dark with a dense tan head for a bottled stout, the American Brewery Oatmeal stout is chewy chocolate... read more

Nov 2, 2011 Posted by Bean

Stout, Pumpkin and Mushroom Risotto

Autumn brings vivid colors and flavors before the rain and gray take over. Stout is a dark and strong beer, well suited to the earthy and savory flavors of fall. In celebration of International Stout Day, we planned a meal highlighting foods that pair with stout and/or are made with stout beer. This recipe makes a lot but it is so creamy and yummy that it was gone in a hurry! Ingredients: 1/4 c. butter 1... read more

Oct 31, 2011 Posted by Bean

Halloween Treat for Adults

Need an adult treat this Halloween night? get your chocolate fix via a chocolatey stout instead of a candy bar. Try some devilish dark stout beer with spicy pumpkin seeds. The spicy pumpkin seeds are a great contrast to the malty sweetness of your favorite Washington Stout beer. Sip and savor this tasty treat in between answering the door for trick and treaters tonight. Spicy Roasted Pumpkin... read more

Oct 31, 2011 Posted by Bean

Beer and Wines that Haunt

Each year, we celebrate Halloween by recalling the wines we sampled this past year that continued to haunt us long after the last sip. This year we are correcting the error of not including beer in the list of Washington beverages that continue to haunt us. The list includes Washington beer and wine from barrel, new releases and the depth of the cellar.  Washington Beer Black Raven La... read more

Oct 30, 2011 Posted by Bean

International Stout Day

The first International Stout Day is November 3rd, 2011. International Stout Day is … “a worldwide celebration of the iconic beer style, Stout. Taking place in homes, pubs, breweries and restaurants; it’s all about celebrating the craft beer revolution, relishing in this beloved beer style, sharing your photos, tasting notes and events with the world.” Join the celebration by raising a... read more