It was a really unique show today on the WILK Friday BeerBuzz. First off both Webster & Nancy were out of town on their cruise…and while we have done shows with out one or the other, only once did we do a Friday BeerBuzz without both Nancy & John. That show was done during their previous cruise and I co-hosted with Joe Thomas & LA Tarrone. Today for the first time it was just Rob & I, and considering Rob has never co-hosted a BeerBuzz before I think we did a great job and had a lot of fun.
Our brewery today comes to us from Export PA and they are relatively new in the Northeastern PA markets. Rivertowne Brewing was started by Andrew Maxwell, but not in a traditional manner. Turns our Andrew was a chemist by trade, and his work with Smith Kline Beecham lead to the development of Sudafed. Andrew took a buy out and ultimately used that money to open Rivertowne Brewing.
Originally a series of three contract brews coming from Full Pint Brewing, the Rivertowne brewing brand opened their production brewery in 2012 and they now produce six different beers, all in 12oz cans.
So you may ask why I chose the beer I did today…to which I’d say why not? Our beer choice today was Hala Kahiki Pineapple Pale Ale and yes I chose it simply because I knew Rob and I would have fun with it. Don’t get too lost on that aspect, since this is actually a very good beer. While I know the flavor of Pineapple in a beer is not for everyone, you’d be surprised how well balanced and drinkable this beer is….and in cans and coming in at 4.8% ABV it’s perfect for the beach, camping, hiking or even golfing.
Be sure to check out Rivertowne Hala Kahiki as well as their other beers: Babbling Blonde, Maxwell’s Scottish Ale, Grateful White, RT Lager & Old Wylie’s IPA…and see for yourself.
Thank you to Rob & Kyle for yet another
fun Friday.
The Friday BeerBuzz…bringing good beers and good people together. As always you can check out the video on-line at the WILK Friday BeerBuzz page by clicking HERE.
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I haven't heard of this beer but I want to try it. Thank U
ReplyDeleteJenna
Is this beer available in NEPA?
ReplyDeleteKy
Ky....Yes. I bought it at Krugel's Georgetown Deli
ReplyDeleteI missed the show today but I can't find the video.
ReplyDeleteAaron
John or Nancy typically edit the video. Joe Thomas was nice enough to sit in and film for us today, and Kyle was planning to try to edit the video but it doesn't look like he was able to get it posted. I'm sure it will be up, it just may have to wait for John to return.
ReplyDeleteI bought this beer a few weeks ago. I liked it and I think it will surprise even the most jaded beer drinker. In a good way.
ReplyDeleteRon
This beer is in cans only? TJ
ReplyDeleteYes TJ. I've only seen cans in 6-packs & cases. I actually have their Maxwell's Scottish Ale cans at home to try this weekend too.
ReplyDeleteWhat other beers do they make? Ed
ReplyDeleteEd they have a Babbling Blonde, Grateful White, RT Lager & Old Wylie's IPA. I'm not sure if all of these are available in NEPA but they are all cans as well.
ReplyDeleteI was looking forward to the video. I wanted to re-hear all of the funny facts about the brewery and the beer. Cheers. James
ReplyDeleteSudefed leads to beer. I love it!
ReplyDeleteKeith K
Hi guys. I'm not too sure about pineapple in beer but I trust your choices. I'll give it a run.
ReplyDeleteJerr
I thought the show beer was interesting today. I never heard of a pineapple in beer. Chris
ReplyDeleteIt is a little unique Chris. I've seen Lambics that use Pineapple, but very few other beers that I've seen. I'm not sure what because it seems to work just fine.
ReplyDeleteMy thanks today to Rob, Joe Thomas & Kyle for helping with the show. Have a good Labor Day weekend and please be careful out there.
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