For the first installment of this newly-founded beer duchy in cyberspace, I figured I would post some pictures of a prior BeerAdvocate gathering roughly 6 months ago. While only being a three-man crew, we sure did sample some fine wares.

The day consisted of a trip to our local Legend brewpub for some quality, handcrafted libations. In attendance were myself and fellow BAs Ed and Nick. Following a bite to eat and a couple of draft selections, we headed across the James River to Once Upon A Vine for their 3 year celebration. As part of the festivities, there was a “mystery” IPA on tap (presumably Dogfish Head 60 Minute) that was refreshing since it was summertime. Listened to some live music, got some food, and even picked up some bottles to take home. Not a bad little trip at all.

After the Once Upon A Vine visit, we skedaddled over to Nick’s for a tasting. On the lineup were the following (in no particular order, but I’ll number them anyway):

1. Duck-Rabbit Porter
2. Harpoon Refsvinginge Private Stock (100 Barrel Series #18)
3. Southampton Biere de Garde
4. Rogue Ten Thousand Brew Ale

Here are a couple of other pictures taken that day:

Two of our unsuspecting victims to the right.

 

I had no idea they actually made this. For the sophisticated Tech fan, I guess.

All in all, it was a great way to enjoy the day with some craft beer and meet up with like-minded beer geeks. There have been a few others like this one, where I unfortunately didn’t have my camera. However, we hope to keep these things going. Visit BeerAdvocate.com for updates on the next gathering, should be sometime at the end of November/early December. Well, until next time…

Slainte!