In the Mix Brewery & Creamery Closing Their Doors for Good

One week removed from their first ever can release, and mere months after announcing a second taproom in downtown Buffalo, Barker’s In the Mix Brewery & Creamery have announced that they will be closing for good, and will not be reopening either of their taprooms moving forward. The brewery and frozen custard hybrid said that they made the decision to close their doors after “some miscalculations on just how long the bureaucratic red tape would take to clear.” Owners Austin and Jared Mesiti made the announcement on Facebook.

Community Beer Works to Release There Is No Offseason Kveik Ale

CBW are looking to ease the burden of the Bills not playing in the Super Bowl this weekend with the release of There Is No Offseason, a 5.8% dry-hopped Kveik Ale on February 5 (3pm) in 12oz. six-packs. Additionally, CBW is also making their Good Neighbor IPA a year-round offering, beginning this weekend. It will be available at the Shops @ CBW, and wherever great beer is sold. Preorder now at communitybeerworks.com/deliveries.

New Chocolate Cherry Porter at Flying Bison Brewing

Inspired by Fowler’s Chocolates, and brewed with natural chocolate extract and locally sourced cherry juice, Flying Bison’s Chocolate Cherry Porter features the decadent flavors of dark chocolate & sour cherries complementing roasted malts. Available now in 4-pack cans and on draft.

Another Barrel Aged Coming to Brickyard Brewing

The string of recent barrel aged beers continues with Hopeless Romantic Imperial Milk Stout, a dark ale aged in Port Wine and Cabernet barrels with lactose, Orris root, blackberry and cherry. This is a chocolate-laden doubled up version of Lewiston Porter, laid to rest for more than a year to create deep notes of dark red fruit. 16.9oz wax dipped bottles ($13 each) will be available for pickup starting February 11 at 11am.

Belgian Beer and Chocolate Fest Returns to Pizza Plant

Pizza Plant’s annual Belgian Beer and Chocolate Festival returns on February 10 (6pm) to their Transit Road location. Ommegang will be bringing Super Kriek, Rare Vos, Game of Thrones Valar Dohaeris, Bourbon Barrel Vanilla Smoked Porter and Hennepin. Each flight comes with free Chow Chocolates, who will also have chocolate gift boxes for sale.

West Shore Brewing to Release New IPA at Rochester Pop-Up

On February 13, West Shore is heading to the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum in Rush, NY, for a special beer sale pop-up. West Shore will be releasing their new Hammerhead IPA, a beer inspired by Lehigh Valley “Hammerhead” Alco RS-3 211. This double-dry hopped recipe features Centennial, Simcoe, and Mosaic hops. Also available will be Green Flyer IPA, Gandy Dancer Raspberry Pineapple Sour, King Edward Porter, and Imperial Banana Cream Pie Stout. Pre-order yours now for pickup at the pop-up.

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at brian@buffalobeerleague.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).

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One week removed from their first ever can release, and mere months after announcing a second taproom in downtown Buffalo, Barker’s In the Mix Brewery & Creamery have announced that they will be closing for good, and will not be reopening either of their taprooms moving forward.

The brewery and frozen custard hybrid said that they made the decision to close their doors after “some miscalculations on just how long the bureaucratic red tape would take to clear.”

Owners Austin and Jared Mesiti made the announcement on Facebook, much to the shock and chagrin of their fans and followers.

“A message to our customers, we have had an absolute pleasure serving all of you over the past (almost) 2 years. However the time has come to announce that we will not be reopening In The Mix in Barker or Buffalo. This past year has been one hell of a challenge for everyone. Unfortunately we made some miscalculations on just how long the bureaucratic red tape would take to clear. It has come to the point that we cannot afford to wait any longer. We can’t thank you all enough for being our customers and becoming our friends. Keep supporting local!” the post reads.

“This is absolutely heartbreaking to read. Your Barker location was so great and you worked so hard and the food and drinks were spectacular. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors. You have the work ethic and moxie to make anything work. This is a real loss for WNY,” commenter Rebecca Stadler said.

 

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“Very sad to hear this, we will miss you guys and your brewery very much. You were our favorite brewery,” Greg Beardsley added.

“This is incredibly heartbreaking. You guys are amazing people with a vision and passion that shone brightly in all you did. We enjoyed your beer, your food, your service so very much. It was awesome to have a place right in our nook of town. It’s so sad to see you go. Thank you for all you gave to the patrons you served, and I pray one day there’ll come a way for your doors to open once more or that whatever dream you decide to chase next comes true,” Carrie Alberalla Ruvio said.

Over the course of nearly two years, In the Mix had become known for their innovative brews, including their Drip Series of pastry stouts and Illemonati series of fruited sours. They also achieved acclaim for their adult frozen custards and burgers.

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at brian@buffalobeerleague.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).

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Hamburg Brewing to Release Raspberry Lemon Kolsch

Hamburg Brewing is thinking spring with the release of the Raspberry Lemon Kolsch, a clean, crisp, refreshing kolsch fruited with raspberry and lemon. It’s balanced with citrus heavy American hops for a refreshing finish. Raspberry Lemon Koslch is available now in the taproom (on tap, 6-pack 12oz. cans) and wherever great beer is sold.

Thin Man to Release Mango Only Pawn in Game of Life Mango Blackberry Sour Ale  

After a slight delay in release, Thin Man is finally ready to unveil Mango Only Pawn in Game of Life, a mango blackberry sour brewed with mango and blackberry. Mango and prickly blackberry dominate the flavor with a touch of vanilla. Mango Only Pawn in Game of Life is available January 22 at all locations (Elmwood, 3pm, Chandler, 4pm, Transit, 4pm).

Community Beer Works, Belt Line Team on Oh Wow Orange & Vanilla Sour

CBW and Belt Line Brewery have joined forces on Oh Wow Sour Ale with Orange and Vanilla, which will be released January 22 (3pm). This kettle sour is brewed with orange peel, orange purée, vanilla, and lactose and is hopped with Mandarina Bavaria and Pacifica. Presale for home delivery or curbside pickup at is available at communitybeerworks.com/deliveries. Beer will be available at both breweries on Friday.

Brickyard Brewing Company Plans Trip Can Release

Brickyard Brewing is wasting no time getting back on track after their devastating fire, with a triple can release on January 22. They will debut Let Them Eat (Oreo) Cake in 16oz. cans. This Peanut Butter Oreo Imperial Pastry Stout is brewed with Tahitian vanilla beans, Ecuadorian cacao nibs, Belgian dark candi sugar, and dosed with allergen free peanut butter flavoring. They are also re-releasing Flat Brim Hat Triple IPA with Honey, and Bat Snacks Guava Blackberry Sour.

Eli Fish Brewing, Buffalo Barrel Project Produce Steamy Grains Vaughan

Eli Fish worked with Buffalo Barrel Project on Steamy Grains Vaughn, a 10.5% Black Barleywine aged for 9 months in Black Button Bourbon barrels, then finished on Mostra Ghost Bear Coffee. Hand numbered, hand waxed 500ml bottles will be available January 23 ($15, limit 6). Limited draft will be available Saturday as well. There will be 2 1.5L Magnums. Preorder at https://www.toasttab.com/eli-fish-brewing-co/v3/.

In the Mix Brewing Plans First Ever Can Release

In the Mix Brewing are planning four can releases on January 24 (10am) at their brewery in Barker. Among the beers set to be released are Drip Stout Series: Maple Snickerdoodle (latte stout with milk sugar, coffee, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla beans ($7/single $25/4-pack)), Illemonati Series (lemonade sour with Concord grape juice, raspberry puree, and lemon zest ($18/4-pack)), Four Layer Stout (marshmallow, graham cracker, and chocolate malts ($14/4-pack)), and Specialtea Blonde Ale (black tea, peach tea, and lemon tea ($12/4-pack), mixed pack ($18)).

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at brian@buffalobeerleague.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).

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With the opening of their Buffalo location currently on hold due to the pandemic, In the Mix Brewing and Creamery, Barker’s craft beer and frozen custard hybrid, are doing the next best thing to get their beer in the hands of thirsty Western New York beer drinkers with their first ever can release. And when you’re making your introduction to the can game, one release simply won’t do. Hell, even three won’t do. In the Mix are planning four can releases on January 24 (timing subject to change due to the Buffalo Bills game) at their brewery in Barker.

For the release, there are no limits on cans, and there will be a limited breakfast sandwich menu available as well.

Among the beers set to be released are:

• Drip Stout Series: Maple Snickerdoodle – A 12% latte stout brewed with milk sugar, coffee, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla beans. ($7/single $25/4-pack)
• Illemonati Series – Lemonade sour with Concord grape juice, raspberry puree, and lemon zest. ($18/4-pack)
• Four Layer Stout – Milk stout brewed with marshmallow, graham cracker, and chocolate malts. ($14/4-pack)
• Specialtea Blonde Ale – Blonde ale conditioned on black tea, peach tea, and lemon tea. ($12/4-pack)
• Mixed Pack (1 of each, $18)

“[We’re] excited to have everything come together at the end of a tough year,” Owner Jared Mesiti says, “putting in long hours canning by hand to try to make it through this second shutdown. For people who have never tried our stuff, make the trip out for this release.”

When it came time to select what beers filled the cans for their debut release, Mesiti says the decision was easy because two of the beers they chose are two of their most popular beers, and the other two are new, so the brewery is excited to get them out into the populous.

“We decided to can so we could reach more people and adapt to this never ending cycle of indoor dining restrictions. We chose these styles because the Illemonati and Four Layer have always been some of our more popular choices. Drip and Specialtea are two of our newest styles that we are excited to share with our customers,” Mesiti says.

In the Mix is planning to open a second taproom in the former Black Button Distilling space at 149 Swan Street in Buffalo, but, as Mesiti explains, they are still waiting for approval. The location is furnished with 12 taps and an outdoor patio, which can fit up to 20 people.

“Our plan is up in the air for the initial opening of the taproom. With current restrictions on capacity and social distancing, it makes it a little harder…Our main hold up is licensing, since everything is moving a little slower right now. And boy, did they not move fast in the first place.”

For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/336157807435271. Follow In the Mix on Facebook, Instagram, or at www.inthemixbrewing.com for updates.

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at brian@buffalobeerleague.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).

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In the Mix Brewing and Creamery, a unique brewery/creamery hybrid currently headquartered in Barker, are currently hoping to open their second taproom, located in the former Black Button Distilling space at 149 Swan Street in Buffalo, sometime before the end of the year. But, after initially planning to open in October, COVID-19, along with New York state guidelines, threw a monkey wrench into their plans.

Owner Jared Mesiti says that, while they are hoping to open next month, everything is tentative and set to change at a moments notice. He adds that they might have to initially open as curbside pickup only, depending on how things go with the pandemic.

“Our plan is up in the air for the initial opening of the taproom. With current restrictions on capacity and social distancing, it makes it a little harder, especially with winter approaching. Our main hold up is licensing, since everything is moving a little slower right now. And boy, did they not move fast in the first place. We are hopeful for December. However with the restrictions in place right now, we may have to start with curbside pickup only, or set time windows for people to sign up for so we make sure all regulations are being followed.”

The location is furnished with 12 taps and an outdoor patio, which can fit up to 20 people. The brewery can also accommodate up to 20 people inside as well. In addition to their own beer, they will have cider, mead and guest offerings as well. All brewing openings will continue out of Barker.

Mesiti says that the new taproom will feature dedicated taps for their Illemonati lemonade sour series and Drip Latte Stout series, in addition to cider and mead offerings.

“When people arrive to this taproom, they can expect a cozy area with barrel tables, a small covered outdoor patio (seasonal), 12 taps, savory snacking foods like flatbreads, and, of course, our signature boozy frozen custards. Our taps will be outfitted with 7-10 of our craft brews with some ciders, meads, or the occasional guest tap. Our flagship Illemonati lemonade sour series and the new Drip Latte Stout series will have dedicated taps.”

Why Buffalo, you ask? Well, the answer is obvious; Barker is quite the trek for most craft beer drinkers. Mesiti says Buffalo edged out Rochester for their second home, admitting they have been wanting to toss their hat in the ring of Buffalo beer.

“We have always wanted to open small satellite tasting rooms since Barker is such a drive for most people. We keep that as home base for production and a sit down tasting room, which is a great addition to a Niagara Wine Tour. Buffalo was definitely in our sights a little more than Rochester. Both are amazing cities for breweries, however Buffalo has been killing it recently and we wanted to get our name in that ring.”

You could really say their beer is the reason they are opening in Buffalo in the first place. As Mesiti explains, it was someone who drank their beer that made the introductions to the team at Black Button Distilling.

“We were actually approached about the opportunity by people who tried our anniversary beer package that we sold during the initial shutdown and thought we would be a good addition to the area. Upon meeting the Black Button team, we decided it would be the perfect fit for what we are looking for. A small, cozy tap room for people to come enjoy a pint, a flight or a crowler (4-packs coming soon) to go.”

Speaking of the Buffalo beer scene, Mesiti says that he wants In the Mix to be a part of it because each brewery is making everyone better with each great beer they produce.

“I don’t believe market saturation is even a conversation for Buffalo right now. Sure, there are a decent amount of breweries; all of them are cranking out some bangers. The friendly competition is great because in the end the customer wins. Each brewery is pushing the others to release the next best thing or give their variation to a trendy style.”

Follow In the Mix on Facebook, Instagram, or at www.inthemixbrewing.com for updates.

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at buffalobeerleague@aol.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).

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Froth Brewing Introduces New Imperial Stout Line, Pastry Works

Release date: Out Now

Froth to Release Liquid Minutes II, New Collab With Fifth Frame Brewing

Release date: October 31

Community Beer Works to Drop New Gose With…Cran & Orange

Release date: October 30 – 3pm

Eli Fish Brewing, Lilly Belle Meads to Release New Double Barrel Braggot

Release date: October 31

First Line Brewing Releases Quaker Amber Ale

Release date: Out Now

Resurgence Brewing Drops DDH Surge in Cans

This beer is 🔥
DDH Surge-6.5%, more everything! Two separate dry hop loads of Citra, Mosaic & Sabro hops to create a super, over the top tropical bomb. Bursting full flavors and aromas of, mango, candied citrus rind, coconut and ripe passion fruit pic.twitter.com/BiiFeeDPUx

— Resurgence Brewing (@ResurgenceBrew) October 29, 2020

Release date: Out now

In the Mix Debuts New Illemonati Series: Raspberry ConcordLemonade

 

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🍇🍋This Week 🍋🍇 The next of our Illemonati Series is now available! Raspberry ConcordLemonade Sour clocking in at 9% ABV. This variation has heavy additions of fresh pressed concord grape juice, lemons and raspberry puree. There are no artificial sweeteners or thickeners in our Illemonati series making this lactose and maltodextrin free! Subscribe to our email list for exclusive offers on our website www.inthemixbrewing.com !

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Release date: Out now

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at buffalobeerleague@aol.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).

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Celebrate National IPA Day at New York Beer Project

August 6 is National IPA Day at New York Beer Project, who is celebrating the hoppy occasion with the release of their Righteous Bastard Love Child Imperial IPA, a strong and bitter West Coast-style IPA that clocks in at 8.5% ABV. And that won’t be the only hoppy treat on tap for this special day. You can also grab pours of their flagship, Destination IPA, Hawaiian Destination IPA, Just One More Session IPA, the One New England IPA v.15, Righteous Dude Double IPA and more. Order a full flight of NYBP’s IPAs and take in all of that hop goodness.

In The Mix Brewing to Open at Former Black Button Distilling Site

Barker’s In The Mix Brewing & Creamery have announced plans to open a new, second taproom located in the former Black Button Distilling space at 149 Swan Street. The location is furnished with 12 taps and an outdoor patio, which can fit up to 20 people. The brewery can also accommodate up to 20 people inside as well. In addition to their own beer, they will have cider, mead and guest offerings as well. The unique brewery/creamery hybrid, owned by brothers Jared and Austin Mesiti, specialize in artisan-frozen custard, including beer-and-wine-infused selections, and milkshakes. They hope to open this October.

Community Beer Works to Release Lemongrass-Infused Cream Ale

This weekend, Community Beer Works will release Lemongrass Cream Ale, a 4.0% dry-hopped cream ale, on August 7 (3pm). The next release in their small batch Garage Series is this easy drinking cream ale that’s fermented with kölsch yeast and then conditioned on lemongrass, lemon verbena and dry-hopped with lemondrop hops to create herbal and citrus notes. You can grab cans to-go, or enjoy a pint on the patio. You can also order online and have some delivered directly to your door. If you’ve had Amazing Larry or King Larry, chances are you’re going to like Lemongrass Cream Ale too.

Belt Line Brewery to Re-Release Flock of Flamingos Fruited Sour, This Time in Cans

Flock of Flamingos, the first release in the Lawn Ornament Series, which features The Coalition teaming up with local breweries to create crushable (chuggable?) beers, is set to make its return at where it all began at Belt Line Brewery & Kitchen this Friday, August 7 at noon, this time in 4-pack 16oz. cans. Flock of Flamingos is a fruited sour ale brewed with pomegranate, blood orange and tangerine. The beer will also be on draft. The Lawn Ornament Series also features releases from 12 Gates Brewing, Community Beer Works, Resurgence Brewing Company, West Shore Brewing and Pressure Drop Brewing.

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at buffalobeerleague@aol.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).

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The location is furnished with 12 taps and an outdoor patio, which can fit up to 20 people. The brewery can also accommodate up to 20 people inside as well. In addition to their own beer, they will have cider, mead and guest offerings as well.

Barker’s In The Mix Brewing & Creamery have announced plans to open a new taproom located in the former @BlackButton149 space on Swan Street, which is already furnished with 12 taps and a small outdoor patio. Opening this fall. pic.twitter.com/kGIxhA3iTz

— Buffalo Beer League (@buffbeerleague) July 29, 2020

The unique brewery/creamery hybrid, owned by brothers Jared and Austin Mesiti, specialize in artisan-frozen custard, including beer-and-wine-infused selections, and milkshakes.

They hope to open this October.

For more information on In The Mix, please visit https://www.facebook.com/Inthemixbrewing.

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at buffalobeerleague@aol.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).

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In the Mix Brewing & Creamery Schedules Release of Anniversary Beers

While they couldn’t be open officially to celebrate their first anniversary (April 5), In the Mix Brewing & Creamery will release their scheduled anniversary beers on April 24. Beers include: Spanish Meadows, a gin barrel-aged Saison conditioned on Spanish saffron acacia honey, saffron and spices, Supernova, a rum barrel-aged maple candied pecan stout, Illemonati Peach Mango Ginger Lemonade Sour and Pistachio Delight Cream ale, brewed with pistachio, pineapple puree and marshmallows. Buy them all with the Anniversary Package: 1 crowler of each and an In the Mix glass for $50. Ordering will open up on their website starting April 20.

New Cidery Coming to Village of Hamburg

Plans for a new cidery and tasting room to be housed in the former J&M West End Inn, located at 340 Union Street in the Village of Hamburg, have been approved by the Village Board. Owner Pat O’Brien is working with Lenny Scilek, owner and operator of MackJac Hard Cider in East Aurora, on the new project, with tentative plans calling for the construction of a 2,720-square-foot multi-level cider manufacturing operation in the rear of the property, including the installation of up to four tanks. O’Brien will also operate a seven-room Airbnb, set to be housed on the second floor.

New York Beer Project to Release Hard Day’s Night Porter Crowlers

It has certainly been a hard day’s night and New York Beer Project is rewarding everyone with Hard Day’s Night Robust Porter, which features toasty malt, roasted coffee and dark chocolate. The beer will be released in crowlers on April 16 (11am). As a bonus, crowlers will be half priced. The brewery also helped to ‘Complete a Room with Care’ in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit at Oishei Children’s Hospital through their years-long partnership and donations from sales of Perry’s Ice Cream-inspired beers. The campaign makes it possible for every patient room in the hospital to be a private room.

Habitat for Humanity’s Hammer & Ales Fundraiser to Take Place Virtually

Hammer & Ales, Habitat for Humanity’s signature fundraising event, will take place virtually this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. The online auction runs April 22 (3pm) through April 24 (8pm), featuring prizes like a brewery experience with Woodcock Brothers Brewing and Midnight Run Cellars, an Axe Throwing Package with Hatchets & Hops, overnight stay at the Mansion on Delaware and more. This event is a part of The House Beer Built, a campaign through which Habitat Buffalo and the craft beer community raise money to build a house. Complete list of prizes and more information can be found here.

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at buffalobeerleague@aol.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).

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Governor Andrew Cuomo Orders Bars, Breweries, Restaurants & More to Close

Governor Andrew Cuomo has ordered that all bars, breweries and restaurants in New York State be closed effective immediately in order to help curb the spread of the Coronavirus / COVID-19. The closings also include gyms, casinos and movie theatres, while essential businesses like supermarkets and gas stations will be able to stay open. Breweries will be able to remain open [for now] for to-go sales of cans and bottles, as well as crowler and growler fills. In order to see when and if your favorite local brewery will be open for to-go beer sales, check their social media pages.

Have Beer Delivered to Your Door By Aurora Brew Works and Fattey Beer Co.

With breweries, bars and restaurants are closed across the state, Aurora Brew Works and Fattey Beer Co. want to make sure your pint glasses remain full with new delivery services. For ABW, pick from 650+ options from the inventory (https://tinyurl.com/qpzq4z9) and fill out the order form (at least $75 worth of product) (https://forms.gle/ZY3RsAXyCtNQVZnt7). They’ll call you when payment is needed and arrange delivery within a 20 mile radius of East Aurora. For Fattey’s, order via https://fattey-beer.myshopify.com/ and you’ll be contacted via text.  Valid for Amherst, Aurora, Buffalo, Cheektowaga, Elma, Grand Island, Hamburg, Lackawanna, Lancaster, Orchard Park, Tonawanda and West Seneca.

Barker’s In The Mix Brewing to Launch Crowler Delivery Service

While Barker, NY’s In the Mix Brewing and Creamery will close as part of the ongoing efforts to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus, you can still stock your fridge with their beer and you can get it delivered. Pickups will be available this week with free delivery for orders of over $30 within 10 miles of the brewery ($75+ within Niagara or Erie County (Saturday delivery only)). Beers available include Double IPA #1 & #2, Maple Espresso Brown Ale, Cupid’s Brew Pastry Stout and Illemonati Sour (Blackberry Sage). They will also be open for orders Wednesday-Sunday from 4-7pm.

42 North Sets Up Beer Drive-Thru, Partners with Local Restaurants

If you need fresh beer and don’t want to get out of your car, head down to 42 North Brewing. The brewery has launched 42GO, a drive-thru beer store which will allow customers to safely purchase beer without leaving their vehicles. “It’s critical that local breweries and businesses band together to make it through these challenging times,” Owner John Cimperman says. “Hopefully, even small efforts like these can help keep businesses going and their associates employed. If anyone can get through this, the ‘City of Good Neighbors’ can.” 42N are also partnering with East Aurora restaurants – take out customers will receive a $1 offer coupon for 4/6 pack and $5 off a case.

Brian Campbell is a co-founder/Brand Manager of the BNBA’s enthusiast arm, Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at buffalobeerleague@aol.com, on Twitter (@buffbeerleague), Instagram (@buffalobeerleague), Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague) and www.buffalobeerleague.com.

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