Voyageur Brewing Company is throwing a party—Rendezbrew 2016—to celebrate the first anniversary of the business in Grand Marais. Head Brewer Jason Baumgarth (right) and Assistant Brewer Drew Price will be introducing a new Imperial Stout in honor of the occasion.
Voyageur Brewing Company is celebrating one year of brewing adventurous craft beers with a North Shore anniversary party complete with great beer, food, art, music and fun during “Rendezbrew 2016.” The anniversary event at the taproom in Grand Marais on February 19 – 20, will also include the debut of Hivernant, Voyageur Brewing Company’s new Imperial Stout.
Hivernant, which is French for “winterer,” is a signature brew created by Head Brewer Jason Baumgarth to celebrate Voyageur’s anniversary and the local influence of Voyageur beer. This small batch release will be bottled in 750ml wax dipped bottles featuring special artwork from artist Jeff Niesen.
Collaborating on the artwork for the new craft beer was an adventure, said Baumgarth, noting the challenge Niesen faced to create something that would stand out on a brown growler bottle.
Creating Hivernant with Assistant Brewer Drew Price was also an adventure. “Craft beer is our way of expressing ourselves,” Baumgarth said. “We’re excited to share this signature beer with our customers and to invite new customers to experience our bold and adventurous craft beer at the anniversary party.
The new signature brew is Hivernant or “winterer” in French. It is a “big beer,” with higher alcohol content so it will be served in smaller glasses.
“We’re not just celebrating Voyageur Brewing, but all of the adventurers and voyageurs out there who love craft beer, the North Shore, and we’re excited to celebrate with the local community,” said Baumgarth.
Hivernant will be a taproom exclusive. Voyageur Brewing Company plans to brew an artistic Imperial Stout annually featuring labels by different artists.
“There’s no better way for us to thank our customers than by hosting an adventure right here in our taproom on the North Shore of Lake Superior,” said Cara Sporn, co-owner and company spokesperson. “Over the course of two days, we’re inviting people to come sample our beer, tour the taproom, dance, paint, and enjoy a host of amazing local musicians. If you haven’t had a chance to visit, this is the perfect opportunity.”
Local musicians will take the stage in Voyageur’s taproom on both Friday and Saturday. Timmy Haus will kick things off at 4 p.m. on Friday, February 19, with Pete Kavanaugh to follow. Eric Frost and Friends will conclude the night starting at 8 p.m. On Saturday, February 20, Gene LaFond and Amy Grillo will take the stage starting at 2 p.m. With Heck Yeah Holler String Band, Jim and Michelle Miller and Plucked Up String Band following.
Adding to the festivities are plenty of opportunities to score some Voyageur Brewing swag throughout the weekend, including tickets to a future Voyageur Brewing Company Paint and Brew hosted by Palette by Perfect Fit.
Voyageur Brewing Company offerings can be found in a variety of North Shore, Duluth and Twin Cities establishments. For more on the company, its celebration and where to buy Voyageur craft beers, visit: voyageurbrewing.com.
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