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The Menu for Tonights Tuesday Tap Takeover - Beach City Brewery

BeachCityBrewingAnaheimMenu Today is the day! All you beer lovers head over to The Anaheim Packing District and get jiggy with us at the bar. Feel free to get your lips wet with one of Beach City’s crazy beers in one hand, and stuff your face with our funky food special in the other. Without further ado, here are the specials for you to indulge in…

  1. Chili Billy Waffle - A cornbread stuffed waffle stuffed with fritos topped with house made chili, cheddar, and sour cream. $9

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  1. Pumpkin Cream Waffle - Pumpkin whoopie pies with cream cheese filling + a scoop of Beach City pumpkin ale ice cream. $7

image1 3 Dj Lex will also be spinning those 1’s and 2’s while watching you munch away and cheers those beers!

Tuesday Tap Takeover - Beach City Brewery

BeachCity Anaheim 10-14 FlierFirst off, a big thanks to Mother Earth Brewery and all you Mother (earth) lovers out there who came to our last tap takeover event in Costa Mesa. It was filled with some crazy awesome brews, while DJ LexaKhan spun some tunes to make us groove!!! If for some unknown reason you happened to miss this event, don't worry we always have something new up our sleeves. Next in line is a good time brought to you by Huntington Beach's own Beach City Brewery. Grab your flip-flops and head over to our next Tap Takeover in Anaheim on October 28th 2014 AD. So come get your inner California girl on and enjoy this never-ending Cali weather with us and our local brewery from the beach.

Smoochies,

The iron Press Crew

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Noble Ale Works Lineup!

image1Lucky number 13! We have been working with Evan over at Noble Ale Works for about a month now and boy do we have a crazy special lineup waiting to swirl around your tongue, through your liver, and...anyhoo, we will leave it at that!  Regardless, prepare your insides this coming Tuesday - September 30th, 2014 AD at our Anaheim location, because these guys from around the bend have really nailed it with the following suckers:

1. Earl's Grey Dinghy - This Ordinary Bitter rocks in at 3.5% ABV, uses some incredible English malts and gets hit hard with a dose of Earl Grey Tea from Seventh Tea Bar in Costa Mesa. The result is light-medium bodied, copper in color and is what is truly meant by a Session Beer.

2. Pistola - Our Pistol Whip’d Pils ate a bunch of Serrano Peppers and then decided to change his name. 4.5% abv

3. Pistol Whip’d - A fresh take on a Czech-Style Pils brewed with New Zealand’s Motueka hops. Pale yellow in color, medium in body, showcases a vibrant, floral hop character, lots of lime, a bit of juicy fruit and some snappy dryness in the finish.
 4.5% abv

4. Rosalita - Bright Pink in color and medium in body, the Pistol Whip’d becomes the perfect companion to the mass quantities of dried hibiscus flowers that are cold soaked in the beer for 48 hours. Flavor notes of cranberry, rose and lime pave the way to its tart finish. 4.6% abv

5. Sweetish Fish - Our raspberry blonde ale finished off with just a bit of sweetness and then a super secret ingredient that we can’t tell anyone about…The result is reddish pink in color, light bodied, and tastes of raspberry snow cones, red licorice and fruit punch. 5.0% abv

6. Cinnamon Roast Crunch – The addition of Saigon Cinnamon to Naughty Sauce makes it taste like the milk left in the bowl after a certain breakfast cereal that my mom would reward us with from time to time as kids. 5.4% abv

7. Naughty Sauce - Golden Milk Stout w/ Coffee on Nitro – Head Brewer Evan Price worked together with Roast Master Jeff Duggan from Portola Coffee Lab for this paradox. It’s a stout beer made with oats and milk sugar, coffee instead of roasted grain and then served on nitro to add even more creaminess! Full bodied, deep golden in color, with smooth and flavorful layers of pecan pie, cinnamon and cookie dough. 5.4% abv.

8. Man's Milk - Our version of the classic Milk Stout is served on nitro, black in color, full bodied with flavorful layers of Count Chocula milk and caramel sundae but then lingers with notes of that one dark chocolate we really like but can't afford. 6.1% abv

9. Oktoastyfest - This is our version of an Oktoberfest beer. It is crisp, malty and drinkable like an Oktoberfest, but we made it super toasty! The aroma is sweet with crisp saltine crackers and wheat bread. The flavor follows through with more crackers and toast that balances out the malt sweetness. Oktober has never tasted so good! 6.6% abv

10. Too Darn Hot - Big Whig IPA gets an addition of habanero peppers and becomes a whole new beast. We wouldn’t say that it’s really TOO darn hot. It’s rather that we just like that Ella Fitzgerald song. 6.8% abv

11. Big Whig IPA - Hop-forward throughout, this West Coast style ale hits the palate with layers of tangerine, honey, and rosemary that harmoniously unite into a big, resinous, lingering finish. 6.8% abv

12. Evan's Big Bowl Of Boozy Punch! - It's a surprise!

13. Galaxy Showers - Galaxy is our ninth choice in our Double IPA series that showcases the beauty of one single hop variety with each consecutive release. This Australian grown hop showers down beautiful layers of Aurora Borealis, Saturn’s peach rings and a twinkle of Stardust. Look forward to more releases from this series. 8.8% abv

Smoochies, The Iron Press Crew

#TheIronPress #TuesdayTapTakeovers #CraftBeer #DJLexaKhan #Anaheim #DrinkLocal #NobleAleWorks #AtTheHouse #PackingDistrict

Big Belgian Beer Lineup!

#BigBelgianBeerNight Oh Gnome!!!

You guys are all going down tomorrow. We have brought together sixteen (16) big boozy Belgian behemoths to make you belch.  Sixteen (16)!

Without further ado, check out the lineup we have for you guys in Costa Mesa on September 16, Beginning at 5pm:

1. Duvel Single – 6.8% ABV | 30 IBU – Duvel Single is brewed to the same high standards as bottled Duvel, with the same high quality ingredients. Now, for the first time, Duvel Single is refermented in the keg, creating enhanced flavor and higher carbonation.

2. Hennepin – 7.7% ABV | 24 IBU – One of the first Belgian-style saisons brewed in America and remains a standard for the style. Ommegang's leading draft beer, Hennepin is a hoppy, farmhouse-style ale inspired by rustic farmstead brews imbibed on traditional Belgian farms during the long days of harvest season.

3. La Chouffe – 8% ABV | 18 IBU – The legend of the gnomes who once brewed in this area inspired this lovely golden ale. Fruit, hops, and citrus aromas and tastes abound,with a spicy finish

4. Goudenband – 8% ABV | 11 IBU – This sour brown beer udnergoes a mixed fermentation that matures for 4 -12 months before being carefully blended with other ventages by the brewmaster to become "Goudenband". The careful touch of the craft brewer is seen throughout the brewing process in this exquisite sour

5. Ommegang Abbey – 8.2% ABV | 30 IBU – Directly influenced by the patience and wisdom of the Trappists, who seek divine union - a pretty high standard for a beer, but a good one. Their first ever beer, with which we opened the doors in 1997, and still one of our two best sellers. Ommegang Abbey is made all the more distinctive by subtle aromas and flavors from brewing with exotic spices.

6. Houblon Chouffe – 9% ABV | 75 IBU – In his travels around the globe, the little Chouffe wandered through beautiful hop fields. The overwhelming aromas of Tomahwk, Amarillo, and Saaz mesmerized him. Back at home in the Ardennes he crafted a new beer combining this dazzling array of hops with the depth of body of his favorite style: The Belgian Tripel

7. La Fin Du Monde – 9% ABV | 19 IBU – It is brewed in honor of the intrepid European explorers who believed they had reached the “end of the world” when they discovered North America ‘the new world’. This triple-style golden ale recreates the style of beer originally developed in the Middle Ages by trappist monks for special occasions and as such it was the first of its kind to be brewed in North America.

8. Feminist – 9.4% ABV | 20 IBU – Spiced with hibiscus. Heavily infused with hibiscus, the beer displays a pink tinge. The beer greets you with a malty sweetness that quickly dissipates into a dry and tart grapefruit, lemonade finish.

9. Brother Thelonius – 9.4% ABV | 32 IBU – Like a Belgian "Dark Strong Ale", this beer is rich and  robust with an ABV of 9.4. The package features a label picturing the Jazz master himself. The Brewery makes a donation to the Brother Thelonius Institute of Jazz for every bottle sold.

10. Gnomegang – 9.5% ABV | 20 IBU – The cheerful gnomes of Belgian farmstead Brasserie d'Achouffe dropped by Brewery Ommegang in the summer of 2010, bringing a present of Chouffe yeast for our brewers. Chouffe's fruity, spicy yeast is a signature found in every Chouffe beer. Using their yeast in primary fermentation - along with their recipe, our brewing, and our yeast in bottle conditioning - yields a unique, flavorful, and aromatic dose of magic.

11. Triquillo – 9.6% ABV | 18 IBU – Trappist-style Tripel aged in Tequila barrels bubblegum nose gives way to classic tripel flavors before the influence of light agave booze and sweetness.

12. Three Philosophers – 9.7% ABV | 19 IBU – The Belgian motto is “Strength in Union.” No phrase better describes Ommegang’s delicious Three Philosophers Quadrupel, which is a masterful blend of a strong, malty quadrupel ale and authentic Belgian Kriek from Brouwerij Liefmans in Oudenarde, Belgium. It’s the only beer of its kind in the world, and the high ABV and complexity of this beer makes it a good candidate for ageing gracefully.

13. Maredsous Tripel – 10% ABV | 18 IBU – It's elegant smoothness belies the strong alcohol content. You'll revel in the carefully balanced, long and warming finish.

14. Horny Devil – 10% ABV | 23 IBU – Horny Devil is their interpretation of a Belgian-style Golden Ale. Brewed with authentic Belgian ingredients including candi sugar and a Trappist yeast strain.

15. Malheur 12 – 12% ABV | 30 IBU – The deep chestnut color is the crown jewel in the family of Malheur quality beers. This chestnut-colored beer releases a delightful bouquet of spices and rich hop flowers and has a full-bodied flavor. Take the time to discover this delicious tasting beer, which attests to pure craftsmanship

16. Angel's Share – 12.5% ABV | 52 IBU – Their Angel’s Share is a barrel aged burgundy colored ale infused with copious amounts of dark caramel malt to emphasize the vanilla and oak flavors found in freshly emptied bourbon or brandy barrels. Each batch spends no less than 12 months aging in the oak. As with all of our beers, this beer is brewed for sinners and saints alike. So be an angel and share it with a friend or two.

Check back with us tomorrow morning for the yumminess you guys will be chomping on!

Smoochies, The Iron Press Crew

Nepenthia - The World's First One Day Beer Garden

Nepenthia Beer Garden “I never put off till tomorrow what I can possibly do - the day after.” - Oscar Wilde

I guess what everyone has been taught all these years about procrastination isn't always the case.  For all those who have waited this long and still haven't picked up your tickets, we are offering up a buy three (3) tickets get one (1) free deal!  In other words, 25% off of four (4) tickets.  Even better yet, that's only $41.25 each ticket when you buy four (4) for *ALL-YOU-CAN-STUFF-YOUR-FACE*!

From creative mind that brought you 100 Eats 100 Days and Pigout, Bobby Navarro, has teamed up with some great restaurants, awesome breweries, and talented artists to bring to Costa Mesa the world's first one day beer garden!

Details below, or you can pop on over to:

http://100eats.com/store/beergarden/

“The Art of Beer” made possible by TravelCostaMesa

WHO: Up to 25 of the most celebrated Breweries, up to 15 of beer-friendly eateries, and artists galore.

WHAT: Beer, Art, Food, and Music Festival

WHEN: Saturday, June 8, 2013 3-7pm

WHERE: TeWinkle Park in Costa Mesa. Parking in Lot G at OC Fair & Event Center

DETAILS:

Saturday, June 8th, there is sure to be music in the air, and it won’t stop there.  Bobby Navarro of 100eats.com is brewing up an innovative event masterpiece in conjunction with Evan Price of Noble Ale Works and Leonard Chan of The Iron Press.  This creation will challenge your perception on how to enjoy craft beer in an inspiring, artistic environment.

The best breweries from the West Coast will be paired with some of Orange County’s best local restaurants – purposefully paired to heighten your experience. While you wash down your savory dish with a cold brew, take in the sights and sounds of one of Orange County’s most beautiful recreation areas, TeWinkle Park in Costa Mesa.  Breweries will be represented throughout the park alongside life-size art installations, eye-capturing floral displays, live art, music and more.

FOR ONE, ALL-INCLUSIVE TICKET PRICE, you have the opportunity to try food and drink to your heart’s desire – and unlike some events, PARKING IS INCLUDED.  To upgrade your experience, choose a VIP ticket, a luxurious lounging experience including exclusive bottled beer samplings and a service professional to replenish your glass with more delicious bottled offerings.  Bring a few extra dollars! There are opportunities to purchase some of the one-of-a-kind art pieces and floral décor that will be displayed, with the proceeds supporting Inspire Artistic Minds

Inspire Artistic Minds (IAM) is a federally recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit, dedicated to furthering the education of culinary and visual artists, kids and adults alike.  Your support helps strengthen education in small business establishments, supports the local economy and creates a cultural influx by giving passionate individuals the opportunity to be inspired through experience.

Leonard Chan and The Iron Press team will be joined by some other fantastic BEER FRIENDLY- restaurants:

  • The Haven Collective (Haven Gastropub and Taco Asylum)
  • Hopscotch
  • Slater’s 50/50
  • Nieuport 17
  • Chapter One: The Modern Local
  • Linx
  • Rooster PM
  • Wild Goose Tavern
  • The Cheese Shop
  • Crow Bar and Kitchen
  • Mick’s Karma Bar
  • Slapfish
  • BACON MANia

Evan Price, of Noble Ale Works, has helped us hand select some of the most incredible brewers to be a part of this event:

  • Ballast Point Brewing
  • The Bruery
  • Stone Brewing Co.
  • Beachwood BBQ and Brewing
  • Tustin Brewing Co.
  • Firestone Walker Brewing Co.
  • Hangar 24 Craft Brewery
  • Pizza Port Brewing Co.
  • Cismontane
  • Culture Brewing Co.
  • Bootleggers Brewery
  • Ritual Brewing Co.
  • Haven Brewing Co.
  • Taps Brewery
  • Left Coast Brewing Co.

Art and Beer Friendly Vendors Include…

  • Drunken Udder Ice Cream
  • Bad Pickle Tees

As the event approaches, keep visiting this web page and our social media outlets for updates on the event.

Facebook: @100eats100days

Twitter: @100eats100days #IAMbeergarden

Instagram: @100eats #IAMbeergarden

Want a Free Ticket to this event?!?!? We need your help! If you would like to volunteer and be part of the IAM team for this event, please contact Bobby at bobby@inspireartisticminds.org Thank you so much!

This event would NOT be possible without the following companies, and individuals whom I owe many thanks…

To all who have a hand in this event… Thank you…

Check out our buzz!

Smoochies,
Len & Jerry & Bobby

Tuesday Tap Takeovers - The Noble Ale Works x Han's Ice Cream x Nepenthia Beer Garden Edition

Tuesday Tap Takeovers - The Noble Ale Works x Han's Ice Cream x Nepenthia Beer Garden Edition Phew!  It has been just under a month since our anniversary basheroo, but rest assured, we have been working diligently on our next Tuesday Tap Takeover on May 28th, 2013 AD.  This time around, we will be featuring brews by Noble Ale Works and special desserts paired up with Han's Homemade Ice Cream!  Not only this, we will be unleashing onto the beer drinking world a brew specially made for The Iron Press and Nepenthia - The World's first one day beer garden - WOO HOOO!

Check out details for Nepenthia here:

http://100eats.com/store/beergarden/

Without further ado, here is the lineup for the evening:

1. Pistol Whip'd - 4.5% ABV - A fresh take on a Czech-Style Pilsner brewed with New Zealand’s Motueka hops. Pale yellow in color and medium in body, it showcases a vibrant, floral hop character, lots of lime, a bit of juicy fruit, and some snappy dryness in the finish.

2. Rosalita - 4.5% ABV - Our Hibiscus Lager is bright pink in color and medium in body, the Pistol Whip’d becomes the perfect companion to the mass quantities of dried hibiscus flowers that are cold soaked in the beer for 48 hours. Flavor notes of cranberry, rose and lime pave the way to its tart finish.

3. Breakaway Pale Ale - 5.0% ABV - American Ale brewed in true California fashion, it’s pale-golden in color and light to medium in body. A hoppy bouquet of orange blossom and honeydew leads into a soft undertone of breadiness. The dry finish lingers with notes of green tea and passion fruit.

4. Naughty Sauce - 5.4% ABV - Golden Milk Stout w/ Coffee on Nitro – Head Brewer Evan Price worked together with Roast Master Jeff Duggan from Portola Coffee Lab for this paradox. It’s a stout made with oats and milk sugar, Guatemalan coffee instead of roasted grain and then served on nitro to add even more creaminess! Full bodied, deep golden in color, with smooth and flavorful layers of pecan pie, cinnamon and cookie dough.

5. The Good Ship - 5.8% ABV - Caramelized malts are the backbone for this Pub Ale and add a clean toastiness that marries perfectly with American hops, delivering a beer that drinks on the drier side of balanced.

6. Big Whig IPA - 6.8% ABV - Hop-forward throughout, this West Coast style ale hits the palate with layers of tangerine, honey, and rosemary that harmoniously unite into a big, resinous, lingering finish.

7. Too Darn Hot - 6.8% ABV - Noble named their Habenero IPA after an old Ella Fitzgerald song. The peppers and American hops meld well together with similar citrus-like flavors and aromas creating a beer that hits hard with a big sting of heat.

8. Picnic Bubbly - 8.5% ABV - Our American Saison has a striking flavor profile reminiscent of peaches, hay and Bartlett pears from the combination of Belgian yeast and American hops. Its finish cleans up the palate with some soft acidity and pepper like dryness.

9. Nepenthia - 7.0% ABV - The description for this bad boy will be revealed on the day of the event.  Prepare your taste buds!

Food specials to follow soon, as our little factory is cooking up some new recipes.  Hope to see all of you there!

Smoochies, Len & Jerry