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June 11, 2018/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.137

Summer is officially upon us…well not yet its technically on June 21st!! What a beautiful weekend for getting the outside tasks done. Hopefully, you got to enjoy the weather with a beer in your hand and it was not all chores, like I spent my weekend. Between pulling the weeds and planting new grass seed I did enjoy a few beers from the Samuel Adams Summer Variety Pack. The new packaging design of the sampler packs are bright and colorful making it hard to miss on the shelf. The beers themselves are just as bold and bright as the new packaging – making them perfect for the long summer ahead.

If you’re looking for draught options don’t miss out on Samuel Adams Summer Ale, Porch Rocker or the VERY Limited Golden Ale.

PRESS PLAY: Summer Ale – Journey

Summer officially kicks off this month so if you haven’t already picked up an American Summer Variety Pack, now is the perfect opportunity. Whether you’re firing up the grill or lounging the longer days away, the six unique brews in this summer’s pack pair perfectly with any summer occasion. This year’s line–up includes:

BOSTON LAGER
The backbone of the Samuel Adams family of beers, this flavorful and balanced lager is our original brew that helped start a beer revolution.

SUMMER ALE
The crisp citrus character of Noble hops and malted wheat get a lively kick from zesty lemon peel and spicy Grains of Paradise in this beer. Bright and refreshing, it’s summer in a glass.

HEFEWEIZEN
This hazy golden Hefeweizen is our take on the classic German beer. Notes of clove and banana, signatures of this style, are complemented by a slight malt sweetness. Clean and crisp, this beer pairs best with a sunny summer day.

RASPBERRY LEMON GOSE
This beloved beer finally makes its way out of our Boston Brewery for the first time this summer. Light-bodied and hazy with the crisp taste of white wheat, this gose gets a summery twist from the tart and citrus flavors of lemon and raspberry.

PALE ALE
The distinct flavors of Centennial and Cascade hops strike a balance between hoppy and refreshing for the summertime. The hops add their signature citrus and piney character, along with peach and melon notes, with a crisp, dry finish.

GOLDEN ALE
This bright golden beer is inspired by the laidback and easygoing days of summer. Clean and balanced, its malt sweetness is accented by Cascade hops for a crisp and simple yet refreshing flavor.
Try this Great Recipe with Family & Friends!

COOKING WITH SAM

Samuel Adams Summer Ale Grilled Chicken Gyros Kebabs

Serves: 4

METHOD:

· In a medium-sized glass bowl whisk together all marinade ingredients. Place the chicken pieces in a large, re-sealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade evenly, place in a bowl, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.

· In a medium glass bowl, combine Tzatziki sauce ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

· Prepare your gas or charcoal grill for direct cooking over medium heat (350° to 450° F). Remove the chicken from the bag and discard the marinade. Thread the chicken onto the skewers. Brush the cooking grates clean on your grill. Add two handfuls of the soaked, drained wood chips to the smoker box, or directly over the ashed-over charcoal. Close the lid of the grill. When smoke appears, grill the kabobs over direct medium heat, with the lid closed, until the meat is firm to the touch and opaque all the way to the center, 8 to 10 minutes, turning once or twice. Remove from the grill and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve warm with the Tzatziki sauce and Samuel Adams Summer Ale.

· 1 bunch chives

INGREDIENTS:

Chicken

· 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, each about 6 oz., cut into 1 1/2–inch pieces

Marinade

· 1 bottle Samuel Adams Summer Ale

· ½ cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing

· 3 tbsp. olive oil

· 1 tbsp. ground black pepper

· 1 tbsp. granulated garlic

· ½ tbsp. salt

· ½ tbsp. fresh dill

· ½ tbsp. oregano

Tzatziki sauce

· 1 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt

· ½ cup English cucumber, finely diced

· 2 cloves garlic, finely minced

· 1 tbsp. Samuel Adams Summer Ale

· 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

· ½ tbsp. olive oil

· ½ tsp. salt

· ½ tsp. black pepper

For the soaked wood chips

· 2 large handfuls of Weber Firespice Apple Wood Chips (for charcoal grill) or Weber Apple Smoker Tray

· 1 bottle Samuel Adams Summer Ale

Special equipment

· Metal or bamboo skewers
(Note: if using bamboo skewers, soak in water for at least 30 minutes prior to grilling.)

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

June 4, 2018/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.136

With Rib Fest, one of Fargo’s most attended events of the summer starting this week. I thought it would be fitting to pair some beers with pork ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket. Finding the right beer to balance the flavors and spiciness of barbecue may seem over-whelming but beer is the perfect companion to whatever you’re barbecuing. The three most common ways to pair beer with any food is contrast, complement or cut.

Most barbecue sauces are a combo of sweet and acidic, sugar and vinegar, in one form or another with sauces ranging from mild to intense spiciness. Fortunately, beer’s carbonation cuts through barbecue’s fire and spice while refreshing and recharging the palate. At the same time, its complexity can complement the layers of flavor in any slab of meat.

Pork Ribs – balance the spiciness of the sauce

Fulton Brewing Co. 300 Mosaic IPA – ABV: 7.0% IBU: 74

Fargo Brewing Co. Iron Horse Pale Ale – ABV: 4.8% IBU: 32

August Schell Brewing Co. Citra Blanc – ABV 6.7% IBU: 44

Lakefront Brewery Fixed Gear Red IPA – ABV: 6.8% IBU: 35

Pulled Pork – balance the richness

Summit Brewing Co. Extra Pale Ale (EPA) – ABV: 5.2% IBU: 45

Samuel Adams Sam ’76 – ABV: 4.7% IBU: 12

Odell Brewing Co. 90 Shilling Ale – ABV: 5.3% IBU: 27

Empyrean Brewing Co. Dark Side Vanilla Porter – ABV: 5.6% IBU: 22

Beef Brisket – balance the smokiness

Samuel Adams Boston Lager – ABV: 4.9% IBU: 30

August Schell Brewing Co. Firebrick Lager – ABV: 5.1% IBU: 25

Rhombus Guys Brewing Co. Into The Darkness Porter – ABV: 4.8% IBU: 30

Fargo Brewing Co. Stones Throw Scottish Ale – ABV: 4.5% IBU: 19

Pork Ribs in Dark Beer by Tastemade.com

Dark beer imparts deep, delicious flavor to these juicy pork ribs. You can make these on the grill or in your oven year-round. Try it with Guinness! https://www.tastemade.com/videos/pork-ribs-in-dark-beer

PRESS PLAY to WATCH the VIDEO

INGREDIENTS

2 pounds pork ribs
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Olive oil

5 ounces bacon, cubed
2 onions, sliced
1 teaspoon tomato puree
2 cups dark beer

INSTRUCTIONS

Season the pork ribs with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a hot pan, add the oil and brown ribs on both sides. Set aside.
In the same pan, fry the bacon. Add onions and cook until translucent. Stir in the tomato puree and dark beer. Add pork ribs to pan, cover and allow to cook for 15 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Transfer the pork ribs to a baking dish and pour the sauce over the top. Cover with foil and bake for 2 hours, turning halfway through.
Serve the ribs with the sauce on top.

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

May 21, 2018/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.135

THE ORIGINAL HARD ICED TEA STARTED IN 2001 IN CINCINNATI, OH

THE DREAM WAS SIMPLE-brew a refreshing iced tea with flavors we love, and an added twist. We experimented night and day, searching for the perfect combination of select teas, natural flavors, and fun.

FINALLY, TWISTED TEA ORIGINAL HARD ICED TEA WAS BORN.

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Twisted Tailgate with Ty Dillon and Michael Waltrip

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

May 14, 2018/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.134

The Wait is Over….. Grain Belt BLU Blueberry Lager has arrived to our market!!! We’ve had people asking when this beer would be back since the day we sold out last year. It was a huge hit the last two years and we expect the same results this year. This year Grain Belt BLU is available in 2/12/12oz Cans for the very first time and again on draught.

Grain Belt BLU, a summery spin on the iconic “Friendly Beer,” combines Grain Belt Premium with a generous load of real blueberries. It would be a mistake, however, to associate the beer with a sweet, syrupy blueberry pie dessert. On the contrary, Grain Belt Blu is light, balanced, and refreshing—a delightfully subtle twist on the classic American lager.

Grain Belt BLU

BEER STYLE: American Lager with Real Blueberry Juice

ALCOHOL BY VOLUME: 4.7%

CHARACTERISTICS: Purple in color, as the real blueberry juice takes charge. A light malt flavor with a balanced blueberry sweetness puts a delightful twist on the classic Premium lager.

About Grain Belt

Grain Belt, considered “The Friendly Beer,” has a history that traces a long line of private and public ownership for more than 120 years. Today, Grain Belt is owned by August Schell Brewing Company, and produces Four American Lagers: Premium, Premium Light, Nordeast and Lock & Dam. Grain Belt’s longevity, dedication to quality, and approachable nature are what make its Minnesota brews iconic. For more information, visit www.grainbelt.com.

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

May 7, 2018/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.133

Well, here’s zomething different. No wait, it’s actually zomething totally retro: Zima is back again!Are the fizzy memories of the early 1990s surfacing? Are you zuddenly ziezed with the dezire to zubztitute every “s” in your vocabulary with a “z”?

But be prepared: This is for a limited time only. So get your VHS players out, style your hair like Rachel from “Friends” and plug in your Clappers: the ’90s are back, baby — bottoms up!

Enjoy a Collection of Zima Commercials from the 90’s

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

April 30, 2018/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.132

Same brand. New look.

Excerpt from Fargo Brewing Company News Release:

Fargo Brewing strives to bring our fans well-crafted, consistent beers. Today, we are proud to announce an update to our classic packaging and brand representation. This rebrand represents over a year’s worth of work with Fargo natives and microbrew brand developers Chalk.

The new branding reflects a more modern and modest approach to packaging and will allow us to provide canned options for limited release beers. Our new branding also reflects changes to our updated website at www.fargobrewing.com, which will include new functionality, such as a beer locator, content from Fargo Brewing tagged Instagram posts, and an updated events page.

“It was our goal to create a strategy where we could affordably offer a more diverse family of products to markets that previously couldn’t get them,” said Aaron Hill, co-founder of Fargo Brewing Company. “Now we can offer small-batch and limited release beers to retail locations throughout our territory and potentially introduce new audiences to local craft beer.”

The new can artwork will prominently feature the Fargo Brewing Company word mark with maximum size and contrast; a stark visual aid for fans seeking out their favorite Fargo beer. Below the word mark, each brand will include the state of North Dakota, in a unique color, with the Fargo Brewing Company logo radiating from the brewery’s geographical location.

“We were humbled our home town’s brewery gave us the opportunity to really tackle a strategy from the ground up,” said Matt Charpentier, co-founder of Chalk. “Together, we were able to create a solution we believe will be great for both the brewery and consumer.”

About Fargo Brewing Company Fargo Brewing Company is North Dakota’s largest and oldest operating brewery. It was founded in 2010 by Jared Hardy, Aaron Hill, Chris Anderson, and John Anderson. Driven by a desire to bring craft beer to North Dakota, the Fargo natives used their experiences in the Pacific Northwest to launch the company. Fargo Brewing currently distributes beer throughout all of North Dakota, South Dakota, and portions of Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

April 23, 2018/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.131

We’re very excited to introduce everyone to Schilling Hard Cider from Seattle, Washington! All of their ciders are handcrafted in the Pacific Northwest. Schilling uses 100% fresh-pressed apples, locally sourced ingredients, and hand-selected yeast strains to create a cider experience that is truly unique. Make sure to ask your Bergseth Bros sales rep for more details – Your Apple A Day Just Got Interesting.

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

April 16, 2018/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.130

Bergseth Bros. is proud of our Craft Beer Brands – so let’s celebrate American Craft Beer Week together!!

What is American Craft Beer Week?

For the 13th year in a row, the Brewers Association invites you to celebrate American Craft Beer Week®, the nationwide celebration of U.S. small and independent craft brewers. The weeklong tribute provides an opportunity for craft brewers to share their diversity, creativity and passion for the beverage they love.

From May 14-20^th, 2018 all 50 states will be holding events including exclusive brewery tours, special beer releases, beer and food pairings, tap takeovers and more to celebrate America’s ever-advancing beer culture. Please keep your eyes open for our list of brewery events happening in the Fargo-Moorhead and Lakes area.

Check out “CraftBeer.com’s American Craft Beer Week” by Brewers Association on Vimeo

(This Video is a few years old but captures the true spirit of ACBW)

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What’s Brewing Bergseth Bros.

April 9, 2018/in Uncategorized /by Brian Frank

Weekly Online Newsletter Vol.129

Introducing, August Schell Citra Blanc American Pale Lager. Similar to an IPA, our Citra Blanc is hop-forward and refreshing, for those who like their beer to pack a punch. A citrusy, hoppy take on a classic lager, the combination of Citra and Hallertau Blanc hops create the bright flavors and aromatics.

NOW AVAILABLE on Draught and 6/4/16oz Cans

GERMAN CRAFT IS OUR FAMILY TRADITION

We are a family owned and operated brewery in New Ulm, Minnesota. Our story began in 1860 when August Schell, a German immigrant, couldn’t find a traditional German beer in his new home. So, he made his own.

He laid the first brick to the Schell’s brewery along the banks of the Cottonwood River, where it still is today.

While the brewery has seen some changes, like plumbing, August’s legacy of being an innovative brewmaster remains. It has continued through six generations and over 100 varieties of German Craft beer.