Sudzers CFO Derek W’s monthly beer column from the Los Altos Town Crier focuses on Redwood City’s Freewheel Brewing
RWC’s Freewheel Brewing pours British-style cask ales and more
Sudzers October 2017 meeting notes
In October’s meeting, we met some new members, did the off-flavor tasting of the month, and tasted thirteen delicious brews. Thanks to everyone who showed up!
Business:
– Congratulations to Marc-Andre and Jenn on their new addition to their family!
– Welcome new members Cliff and Mark!
– Derek W. handed out Polo shirts to all paid members
– Steve H. recapped another incredible NCHF. Did we actually have *too much* beer!? We’ll discuss this before next year’s event.
– Marc-Andre has volunteered to host this year’s Dark Matter Brew Day, which is tentatively set for November 11. More details to follow.
– Rich has volunteered to host this year’s Christmas Party, which is tentatively set for December 9. More details to follow.
– We’ll need volunteers to bring and/or serve beer for Stanford’s Beerfest on November 18. Danny will follow up with more details.
– Jim and Charles hosted the off-flavor of the month: acetic acid. Learn more about it at http://www.milkthefunk.com/wiki/Acetic_Acid
– Judges are needed for the Queen of Beer 2017 competition: http://queenofbeer.beer/
In all, we had thirteen brews:
BREWER BEER IBUs ABV Christy A. Anise Goose Gose 5 5.5% Marc-Andre Wheat n' Rye n' Stuff 22 5.3% Adam Jack Fruit Saison - 5.2% Cliff S. Saison/Mixed Ferment Ale 30 6.2% Marc-Andre La Rousse a Line Irish Red 20 5.5% Cliff S. Scottish Ale 20 5.5% Jay P. IPA (sort of) 66 ~6% Danny Cascade 666 IPA 66 6% Rich K. Bell's 2 Hearted Ale Clone 55 7.6% Mikael & Bill 150 Julius NZ IPA 85 6% Christy A. Coco NEIPA 60 8% Steve & Derek H. Bri's Fave Coconut/Nib/Van./Porter - 6.5% Derek W. Coconut Dark Matter 60+ 11.7%
Thanks to Steins, Cupertino and everyone that showed up!
Sudzers October 2017 meeting
Reminder: This meeting will be held at the Steins in CUPERTINO!
Hello Sudzers! Our next meeting will be held at 4:00pm this Sunday, October 8th at Steins Beer Garden in Cupertino.
http://steinsbeergarden.com/cupertino/
10088 N Wolfe Rd Suite 130
Cupertino, CA 95014
As a reminder, club dues are collected on a calendar year basis. Becoming a paid member gets you a discount at MoreBeer in Los Altos, as well as access to the special members-only events we do through the year.
Agenda:
– Again, this meeting will be held at the Steins in Cupertino
– Derek W. has Polo shirts to distribute
– We’ll recap another great NCHF
– We’ll discuss the next Dark Matter Brew Day (potentially at Marc-Andre’s house)
– We still need a time and location for this year’s Christmas party
– Homebrew setup discussion led by Derek W.
– Homebrew evaluations. Remember, bring your recipe – club members will have lots of questions! Sign in your beer along with your name and statistics (IBU, ABV, etc.). The info is optional, but helpful in determining tasting order.
See you Sunday in Cupertino!
New breweries are thriving on the Peninsula, from the Los Altos Town Crier
Sudzers CFO Derek W’s most recent column in the Town Crier highlights the breweries of San Mateo County. Cheers!
New breweries are thriving on the Peninsula
Sudzers September 2017 meeting notes
In September’s meeting, we discussed NCHF, did the off-flavor tasting of the month, and then tasted nine delicious brews. Thanks to everyone who showed up!
Business:
– Derek W. handed out Polo shirts to all paid members
– Please enter your beer information in https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19Y2L_JBTKQFy_0yLsXnDx_b1Hf6e3f8jjxyuJJLUWCM/edit#gid=0 if you’re attending NCHF. Also, you may want to bring chairs, floor fans, misters, etc. for the tent.
– We’ll need volunteers to bring and/or serve beer for Stanford’s beerfest. More details to follow.
– Jim hosted the off-flavor of the month: light-struck/skunk.
– We need a volunteer for this year’s Sudzers Christmas party. Please let us know if you’re interested in hosting.
– We also need a volunteer to host this year’s Dark Matter brew day. Again, please let us know if you’re interested in hosting.
– Marc-Andre brought up the idea of the San Jose Brew Bike (http://www.sanjosebrewbike.com/). Please contact Marc at harvey.marcandre@gmail.com if you’re interested in attending.
– NOTE: our next meeting may take place at the Steins in Cupertino, so please plan accordingly. We’ll make sure to mention the location in October’s meeting announcement.
In all, we had nine brews:
BREWER BEER IBUs ABV Kevin Salute your Schwartz, Schwartzbier - 6.69% Derek W. Por Que? Brown Ale 40+ 6.3% Marc-Andre The Shed Farmhouse Ale 5 7.6% Corey Breakfast Stout 31 8.5% Kevin Not Another IPA - 6.04% Mikael El Dorado IPA without hopoil 121 7.5% Mikael El Dorado IPA with hopoil 121 7.5% Derek W. Honeycrisp Cherry Cider 0 6.3% Adam C.' American Barleywine - 10.9%
Thanks to Steins and everyone that showed up!
Sudzers September 2017 meeting
Hello Sudzers! Our next meeting will be held at 4:00pm this Sunday, September 3rd at Steins Beer Garden in Mountain View.
http://steinsbeergarden.com/
895 Villa Street
Mountain View, CA 94041
As a reminder, club dues are collected on a calendar year basis. Becoming a paid member gets you a discount at MoreBeer in Los Altos, as well as access to the special members-only events we do through the year.
Agenda:
– Derek W. will have Polo shirts to distribute!
– NCHF is just a few weeks away, so we’ll spend some time discussing it, Hoppy Hour, etc. Also, if you’re attending NCHF, please make sure you enter your information in https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19Y2L_JBTKQFy_0yLsXnDx_b1Hf6e3f8jjxyuJJLUWCM/edit#gid=0
– Reminder that judges are needed for the upcoming competitions announced on the mailing list. Also, we need volunteers for Stanford’s beerfest.
– Off-flavor of the month session
– Homebrew evaluations. Remember, bring your recipe – club members will have lots of questions! Sign in your beer along with your name and statistics (IBU, ABV, etc.). The info is optional, but helpful in determining tasting order.
See you Sunday!
Sudzers August 2017 meeting
Hello Sudzers! Our next meeting will be held at 4:00pm this Sunday, August 13th at Steins Beer Garden in Mountain View.
http://steinsbeergarden.com/
895 Villa Street
Mountain View, CA 94041
As a reminder, club dues are collected on a calendar year basis. Becoming a paid member gets you a discount at MoreBeer in Los Altos, as well as access to the special members-only events we do through the year.
Agenda:
– NCHF is just a month away, so we’ll spend some time planning
– Also, we’re pouring at NCHF’s Hoppy Hour again this year. We need people to brew, so please brew soon if you haven’t already!
– If you’re attending NCHF, please make sure you enter your information in https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19Y2L_JBTKQFy_0yLsXnDx_b1Hf6e3f8jjxyuJJLUWCM/edit#gid=0
– Work shirt discussion
– Off-flavor of the month session
– Homebrew evaluations. Remember, bring your recipe – club members will have lots of questions! Sign in your beer along with your name and statistics (IBU, ABV, etc.). The info is optional, but helpful in determining tasting order.
See you Sunday!
Brewers take inspiration from cocktails and other beverages, from the Los Altos Town Crier
Sudzers CFO Derek W’s latest column from the Los Altos Town Crier:
Brewers take inspiration from cocktails and other beverages
Sudzers July 2017 meeting notes
In July’s meeting, we welcomed two new members, discussed NCHF, and then tasted twelve delicious brews. Thanks to everyone who showed up!
Business:
– Derek W. is accepting 2017 dues. Reach out to him at derek.wolfgram@gmail.com if you’d like to pay. He also has t-shirts for sale!
– Welcome Christy and Jay to the Sudzers!
– This year’s Northern California Homebrewers Festival (NCHF) is September 15-16. Tickets go on sale Sunday, July 16 at 10:00am and Saturday, July 22 at 10:00am. See http://www.nchfinfo.org/ for more info. Thanks, Steve C. for volunteering to be the event coordinator!
– Derek sent out a spreadsheet to keep track of who’s going and what everyone’s bringing. Please fill it out if you plan on attending: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19Y2L_JBTKQFy_0yLsXnDx_b1Hf6e3f8jjxyuJJLUWCM/edit?usp=sharing
– We’re pouring again this year at Hoppy Hour. Last year we went through around 40 gallons of beer, so we need beer! Hoppy Hour beers are typically 6% and less, so start thinking about what you want to brew.
– We’re looking for volunteers to help organize and judge the Santa Clara County Fair Homebrew competition this Summer. Reach out to Steve H. at Stephen.Hutzler@power.com if you’d like to volunteer. The main judging event is this Saturday, July 15.
In all, we had twelve brews:
BREWER BEER IBUs ABV Jay P. Cream Ale - 4.5% Mikael H. Queen Kolsch 27 5% Adam C. Kitchen Sink Pale Ale - 5.8% Christy A. Sahti Wannabe Rye Ale - 7.5% Derek W. India Cream Ale 60 6.8% Robert C. Misty Mountain Hazy IPA 60 6.56% Jim W. NEIPA - 8% Christy A. Coffeee! Breakfast Stout low 8% Robert C. Thirteen Belgian Dark Strong Ale 20 11% Steve K. Angus the Younger DIPA 100+ 9.6% Bill K., Robert C.'s Motor Oil Bourbon Barrel Aged Stout 30 8.2% Marc-Andre's Imperial Dark Matter RIS - 15%
Thanks to Steins and everyone that showed up!
Sudzers July 2017 meeting
Hello Sudzers, hope you had a great 4th! Our next meeting will be held at 4:00pm this Sunday, July 9th at Steins Beer Garden in Mountain View.
http://steinsbeergarden.com/
895 Villa Street
Mountain View, CA 94041
As a reminder, club dues are collected on a calendar year basis. Becoming a paid member gets you a discount at MoreBeer in Los Altos, as well as access to the special members-only events we do through the year.
Agenda:
– NCHF is just a few months away, so let’s start planning! Also, we’re pouring at Hoppy Hour again this year, and we need people to brew, so please start thinking about what you want to bring.
– If we want work shirts for NCHF, then we’ll need to get them designed and ordered soon.
– We’re looking for volunteers to help organize and judge the Santa Clara County Fair Homebrew competition this Summer. Reach out to Steve H. at Stephen.Hutzler@power.com if you’d like to volunteer.
– Homebrew evaluations. Remember, bring your recipe – club members will have lots of questions! Sign in your beer along with your name and statistics (IBU, ABV, etc.). The info is optional, but helpful in determining tasting order.
See you Sunday!