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by Gera Exire La Tour

New brewery opening up soon and looking for help. Contact John Lomnicki (JLo), if interested. -g From: john.lomnicki(a)gmail.com Subject: Shameless Solicitation Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2014 11:18:47 -0600 To: gera_latour(a)hotmail.com Gera - Can you send this out to the local Homebrew clubs? I'd love to see if we couldn't fill one of these from the homebrew network. For those of you who don't know, a group of friends and I are dangerously close to acquiring space in St Paul for a tap room focused production brewery. We do not have a target open date at this time. If you or somebody you know is interested in being either a tap room manager or head brewer as one of the founders, please email me off-list at john(a)characterbrewing.com. Both of these opportunities will require a full-time commitment once we are up and running and will have significant influence in the initial direction of the brewery. Thanks,JLo

11 years

11/14 Mtg Cancelled

by Michael Behrendt

We've had to cancel tonight's meeting. Sorry for the late notice. //Mike Behrendt

11 years

Meeting cancelation

by Eric Wentling

Hey JABBERs! Your November meeting host (me) is feeling somewhat ill today and I think I'm going to have to cancel the night's festivities. If anyone else can fill in on the fly--awesome! If not, we will reconvene for the December Holiday party. Sorry! --Eric

11 years

Meeting cancelation!

by Eric Wentling

11 years

Schram Vineyard & Brewery

by MGBREW

Stop by Schram in Waconia, a one year old winery and brewery. I brewed a Special Bitter there recently and it's now on tap! http://www.schramvineyards.com/p/home.html Ask for the English Pub Ale. Cheers! //Mike Behrendt

11 years

FW: [mnbrewers] Re: BJCP Written Proficiency Exam on December 6th

by Michael Behrendt

FYI //Mike Behrendt From: mnbrewers(a)yahoogroups.com [mailto:mnbrewers@yahoogroups.com] Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2014 3:02 PM To: Steve Piatz Subject: [mnbrewers] Re: BJCP Written Proficiency Exam on December 6th Final reminder of the BJCP written exam on December 6, 2014. This a geographically dispersed exam and part of the setup requires prepayment by November 6, 2014 if you want to take the exam on December 6, 2014. If you prepay and then don't shown up for the exam there is no option to get a refund - the BJCP just gets to keep the money. As of now I have only received payment from one individual. On Tue, Oct 14, 2014 at 10:06 AM, Steve Piatz <sjpiatz(a)gmail.com> wrote: Since several people expressed interest in taking the BJCP Beer Written Proficiency Exam on the Quarterly exam date - December 6th this time around. I have added myself as an administrator for the metro area. This exam will be using the existing 2008 style guidelines, not the 2014 version of the guidelines. This the the "essay" exam. To be eligible to take the exam you must have scored at least 80% on the BJCP Beer Judging Exam or 80% on the tasting portion of the Legacy Beer Exam. In addition, you must have earned at least 10 judging experience points. The fee for this exam is $25.00 and the fee must be paid to me before November 6th via a personal transfer on PayPal (the no fee type of transaction). There is NO REFUND should decide to drop out later. The time of day for the exam has not yet been set but is likely to start in the late morning. The likely location will be my house in Eagan. -- Steve Piatz sjpiatz(a)gmail.com -- Steve Piatz sjpiatz(a)gmail.com __._,_.___ _____ Posted by: Steve Piatz <sjpiatz(a)gmail.com> _____ <https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/mnbrewers/conversations/messages/6123;_…> Reply via web post • <mailto:sjpiatz@gmail.com?subject=Re%3A%20BJCP%20Written%20Proficiency%20Exam%20on%20December%206th> Reply to sender • <mailto:mnbrewers@yahoogroups.com?subject=Re%3A%20BJCP%20Written%20Proficiency%20Exam%20on%20December%206th> Reply to group • <https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/mnbrewers/conversations/newtopic;_ylc=X…> Start a New Topic • <https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/mnbrewers/conversations/topics/6115;_yl…> Messages in this topic (2) <https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/mnbrewers/info;_ylc=X3oDMTJlcmRobHE5BF9…> Visit Your Group <https://groups.yahoo.com/neo;_ylc=X3oDMTJkcmU0YmQ3BF9TAzk3NDc2NTkwBGdycElkA…> Image removed by sender. Yahoo! Groups • <https://info.yahoo.com/privacy/us/yahoo/groups/details.html> Privacy • <mailto:mnbrewers-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com?subject=Unsubscribe> Unsubscribe • <https://info.yahoo.com/legal/us/yahoo/utos/terms/> Terms of Use . Image removed by sender. Image removed by sender. __,_._,___

11 years, 1 month

Steel Toe hiring Asst. Brewer

by Gera Exire La Tour

Steel Toe Brewing 10.27.2014 St Louis park, Minnesota has an immediate opening for: Assistant Brewer Job Overview Assistant Brewers assist the Brewer in all aspects of production at Steel Toe Brewing. Assistant Brewers will also help with cellar work, packaging, tap room operation/support and delivery. Hours and days worked will vary to align with staffing and Production needs. Duties and Responsibilities Brewing: Complete brewing process in a safe and efficient manner. This includes, but is not limited to: milling, mashing, and lautering, wort boiling, cooling and transferring to fermenters. Maintaining the use of standard operating procedures unless otherwise instructed. Monitor, pitch and evaluate yeast as needed. Record keeping Ensure supply of raw materials and other inventory items such as: · Bulk Malt · Specialty malts · Hops · Brewing Salts and kettle additives · Safety Equipment · Chemicals Work with others brewers to maintain barrel program. Maintain cleanliness of all areas in the brew house. Perform others duties as assigned. Cellar Work: Follow SOP’s to meet quality specifications. Operate cellar equipment to wash tanks. Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and on time. Perform all tasks in an efficient, safe and productive manner. Monitor gravities, temperatures daily Unload and move raw material with forklift (we will train and certify) Maintenance, and QA/QC. Packaging: Package beer into bottles/growlers/kegs Maintain cleanliness of packaging equipment Labor: Wash/sanitize kegs and growlers Scrub tank exterior Clean floors/walls Clean bathrooms Record Keeping Tap Room/Festivals: Serve tap room customers in a friendly manner Pour beer correctly Maintain clean Tap Room/bar area Handle cash and credit cards through a cash register Handle multiple tabs Monitor customers Bus bar areas for glassware Clean glassware and growlers Have in-depth knowledge of beers and brewing process Able to handle crowds Represent brewery well Delivery: Operate delivery vehicle in a safe and responsible manner. Deliver bottles and kegs to retailers. Maintain good relationships with retailers. Operate a hand truck with keg through stores, including up and down stairs. Load and unload bottles and kegs. Record Keeping Basic Expectations: All employees are expected to be able to: Show up for shifts on time and ready to work Communicate clearly and promptly with other employees and Management Leave personal drama at the door Take pride in their work Desired Minimum Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, with a certificate or other advanced education in the brewing process. Experience: Professional brewing experience preferred but will train the right person. Have a basic understanding of Excel, Word and other programs for brewery functions. Clean driving record Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee must be able to stand, crouch, kneel, bend, reach, climb ladders, lift objects up to 165 pounds, perform repetitive motions, grasp, feel for temperature, see, hear, listen, talk, sit, answer phones. Work Environment Temperature and humidity varies with the seasons but at times it is hot and humid other times cold and dry. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud most of the time with pumps and music on often. Compensation and Benefits Steel Toe Brewing offers competitive wages that will be determined by experience and may include paid time off. Steel Toe Brewing is an at-will employer. Please Note: This Job Description is neither definitive nor restrictive and may be modified to meet changing needs Please send Resume to jobs(a)steeltoebrewing.com

11 years, 1 month

Fwd: [mnbrewers] Sad news - Eric Crist RIP

by MGBREW

Some sad news..... //Mike Behrendt Begin forwarded message: > From: "'Al Boyce' alboyce(a)comcast.net [mnbrewers]" <mnbrewers(a)yahoogroups.com> > Date: October 26, 2014 at 2:18:19 PM CDT > To: <mba(a)thebarn.com>, <mnbrewers(a)yahoogroups.com>, <sphbc(a)googlegroups.com>, <phc-club(a)yahoogroups.com> > Subject: [mnbrewers] Sad news - Eric Crist RIP > Reply-To: mnbrewers(a)yahoogroups.com > > Many of you know Eric Crist, son of former MHBA president Jonathan Crist. Jonathan reported that Eric passed away yesterday. Eric was a Cyber Analyst for the US Navy, serving in Pensacola, FL. Please spend a moment of reflection to offer Jonathan and Diane Crist and their family a moment of support. > > > > Below is Jonathan’s email from yesterday. > > > > Al – > > > > I am enroute to Pensacola FL where we will disconnect Eric from life support – they are just waiting for me to arrive. > > > > On Thursday afternoon Eric had a head-on collision on his bicycle with a van and passed through the windshield and out of the driver’s window. Diane and I were initially just told head injuries and broken bones but he never regained consciousness and was not breathing on his own. > > > > Eric was able to donate 6 organs to help other families. One of his lungs and his pancreas were too damaged by the crash for donation but will be donated to research. > > > > I now have another angel looking over my shoulder > > > > Jonathan Crist > > > > __._,_.___ > Posted by: "Al Boyce" <alboyce(a)comcast.net> > Reply via web post • Reply to sender • Reply to group • Start a New Topic • Messages in this topic (1) > VISIT YOUR GROUP > • Privacy • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use > . > > > __,_._,___

11 years, 1 month

FW: We were burgled. We need your help! Plus: details on how to get Surly Darkness, and other delicious things for your glass.

by Michael Behrendt

FYI //Mike Behrendt From: The Four Firkins [mailto:alvey@thefourfirkins.ccsend.com] On Behalf Of The Four Firkins Sent: Friday, October 24, 2014 2:29 PM To: mgbrew(a)comcast.net Subject: We were burgled. We need your help! Plus: details on how to get Surly Darkness, and other delicious things for your glass. <http://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=37185a89-fa45-49c5-8f28-3bf0e38944d9&a=1102140…> <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2713.jpg> Paige's newest blog post: Click here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> whydon'tyou? Vote for The Four Firkins, a beard, and Paige's writing: Right here <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> . Maps to both stores: Clicky clicky <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Upcoming Events Click below to get info on all our upcoming events: Clickey Clickerton <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Alaskan Winter <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2735.jpg> Hold on, let me talk about beer before we get to talking about jerk criminals. Alaskan Brewing just released one of my favorite seasonal 6 packs: Alaskan Winter is back! If you're an astute reader of this email, you will recall why I like this beer so much. It is brewed with spruce tips, which lend a delicate raspberry/blueberry fruitiness to compliment the light caramel malt. I will be drinking a lot of this the coming weeks. You would be wise to do the same. Wisdom! -Bryan <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2698.jpg> <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Follow me on Twitter <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> The Four Firkins Oakdale store was robbed. We need your help to find the criminals! Early in the morning, Sunday, October 12th, the day after our Oakdale grand opening celebration, The Four Firkins Oakdale was burgled. The three men you see in these surveillance video images broke in and stole an undisclosed amount of property. They also did considerable damage to the store before the alarm scared them off. The Oakdale police are still searching for the criminals and at this time we are asking for your help. If you know anything about this incident, anything at all, please contact the Oakdale police at 651-730-2767 and reference case number 2014087040. Every little bit of information helps, no matter how insignificant you might think it is. Please don't ask our employees about the burglary, we can't offer any more information at this time. Thank you! Jason Alvey <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2732.png> <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2733.png> <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2734.png> Lagunitas Little Sumpin' WILD <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2736.jpg> The Sumpin' Series from Lagunitas always makes me happy. The common theme in each beer includes wheat and tons of hops. The Wild variant is also higher in alcohol (8.9% ABV) and uses the Westmalle yeast strain, which adds a clovey undercurrent to the peachy hop character. It has been released in 6 packs this week; come get a Little Sumpin' today! -Bryan Sour Class with Nate <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2729.jpg> Nate <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> has been busy crafting a class to tantalize your tongue and bombard your brain with the beer knowledge you desire. Wednesday, November 5th, from 8:00pm to 9:00pm Nate will discuss the wild flavors of sour beer. Sour, funky, Bretty... how can these words be used to describe a beer you may actually enjoy? We'll explore how historical brewing traditions welcome sinister microscopic fiends to ferment and add twang to beer. Our learning would not be complete without an experiential component, and we shall taste a wonderful line-up of sours and wild ales: De Proef Reinaert - Goudenband - Duchesse de Bourgogne - Boon Oude Geuze - Plus a special bonus beer or two! Tickets are $10 (limit of 6 per person) and can be purchased online <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> , by phone at 952-938-2847, or in person at the store. Space is limited to the first 25 people. Class will begin at 8PM and last for roughly 1 hour. Designated driver tickets are available as well for $5 (education, but no beer). If you were part of our Indiegogo campaign and received free tickets, just give us a call to reserve your spot. You need to call, class is still limited to the first 25 people, and is first come, first served. Tickets are just about sold out - get yours today if you want to go! This class will be held at the St. Louis Park store, though we do plan on offering classes at the Oakdale store very soon! Thanks, Jake! We wanted to give another thank you to Jake <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> for his masterful recreation of the grand opening photo taken at the St. Louis Park store a few years ago. The hand drawn piece is now used as our email header. Were you there? We certainly recognize some people in the drawing. See if you can Waldo yourself. Vote <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2700.png> Official voting for The Growler Magazine's annual Kind of a Big Deal has started! The Four Firkins has been nominated for best bottle shop, Paige has been nominated for best local beer writer, and Bryan has been nominated for best beard. The beard competition is pretty wikkid this time. Those guys have some awesome beards! Civic duty and all that. Please consider voting for us here: http://growlermag.com/vote/ <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Tasting with Indeed <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2737.jpg> Next week, Wednesday October 29th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, Mark Joseph will be at the Oakdale location pouring free samples of delicious beer from Indeed Brewing! We'll have plenty of Day Tripper and Midnight Ryder open, and their autumn seasonal Sweet Yamma Jamma will make an appearance, too. Find out more here: http://thefourfirkins.com/events/events-detail.php?id=7117 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Part 2 of Cellaring! <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2743.jpg> And now, the exciting conclusion to Paige's article on cellaring beer: http://thefourfirkins.com/news/news-detail.php?id=7151 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> After you read that, you can go vote for her as best local beer writer here: http://growlermag.com/vote/ <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Be Social with Us. <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2742.gif> The FirkinFone got an upgrade. Did you know you can find us on the internet? It's easy! All you need to do is click on the buttons below. Can't find the beer you're looking for? Give us a call on the FirkinFone. Start here: <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Like us on Facebook St. Louis Park FirkinFone: 952-938-2847 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Follow us on Twitter Oakdale FirkinFone: 651-414-6216 <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> View our videos on YouTube <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Find us on Google+ The Convict's Pint! <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/1682.jpg> Want to try delicious beer but can't make up your mind on what to try? Come visit us at either location on Fridays and Saturdays from 6:00pm to 9:00pm as we sample free beer and enjoy classic NibblyBits©! Come see us tonight, inside the store at The Convict's Pint, where the beer is always free. Darkness... <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2739.jpg> So there's this beer called Darkness brewed by a place called Surly Brewing Company. I hear it's popular. This year they aged it in bourbon barrels because they want my face to explode with awesome. As best we know, both locations will be getting their deliveries on Monday, October 27th. We do not know what time of day. Oakdale will be getting significantly less than St. Louis Park. We will announce on Twitter and Facebook when we get it. For St. Louis Park: <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Like us on Facebook For Oakdale: <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001pelcp0O1iEwTEocVtHTXPqh9mMQxS4vp_dwD-QdnuFYP…> Like us on Facebook No holds, no phone orders, 2 bottle limit per household. Halloween <http://ih.constantcontact.com/fs115/1102140918849/img/2741.jpg> Good news, Freddie, they'll be back at The Firkins next week as zombies! This year we have no idea what to expect for traffic since Halloween is on a Friday, so we've decided to stay open regular hours and have a spooky Fancy Friday. Ever want to buy beer from a zombie? Next week will be your chance! Feel free to come dressed up, too. We may even give out prizes for best costumes. 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11 years, 1 month

Homebrew equipment for sale

by Brett Glenna

I've been asked to help someone sell a bunch of homebrew equipment. Below is the list. This individual is not interested in selling individual pieces. If interested, you have to take everything. The kegs appear to be holding pressure, but will need to be cleaned out. The price for everything is $225 OBO. If interested, please email me for pictures and/or more information. Please feel free to distribute this to other email lists. Brett *qty**item(s)*3ball lock kegs3carboys1 - 5gal plastic1 - 5gal glass1 - 6gal glass15# CO2 tank (full, with regulator)1wort chiller2picnic taps (1 is very short)2bottling buckets1stainless pot approx 12qtvarious bottles

11 years, 1 month

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