FlyingFishMail April 2000

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Welcome to FlyingFishMail #44  April 2000

Lots of big announcements next month, but in the meantime April's got a lot
going for it too. . .

*  BLACKFISH STRIKES GOLD AT U.S. REAL ALE FESTIVAL
*  SPIRIT IN THE SKY
*  THE ULTIMATE IN TIE-DYE T'S AND MORE
*  DON'T GET ENOUGH BEER-RELATED E-MAIL?
*  BEER FEST SEASON IS UNDERWAY
*  SPRING EVENTS. . .


*  BLACKFISH STRIKES GOLD AT U.S. REAL ALE FESTIVAL!

In late March, about 130 cask-conditioned beers from all over the
U.S. were served at the Real Ale Festival in Chicago. Part of the event
featured an expert judging of beers in 6 categories, of which our BlackFish
won in the Brown Ale/Mild category. Among East Coast breweries, only Gritty
McDuff's in Portland, Maine picked up a Gold (for their Bitter).  The last
time this event was held, Flying Fish Abbey Dubbel picked up medals in both
the cask and bottled versions.

The idea for the BlackFish came from an unknown, but highly appreciated
bartender in Virginia who combined Flying Fish Extra Pale Ale with Flying
Fish Porter and christened it BlackFish. After several inquiries about the
beer, we saw it as a great idea. We didn't just mix two batches however,
our brewers tweaked the recipies a bit and brewed up this special batch
that has the robustness of the porter with the drinkability of the Extra
Pale. This rare and elusive beer was available as our winter draft seasonal
and will continue to appear throughout the Spring and Summer in special
cask-conditioned versions. Look for it! For you Philly folk, PJ
McMenniman's has a cask that should be tapped any day now.

*  SPIRIT IN THE SKY

If you fly Spirit Airlines in the next month or so check out the in-flight
Skylights magazine.  There's a feature article on breweries near the
airline's hubs, including good old Flying Fish, only minutes away from the
Atlantic City airport.	Other breweries featured are Tun Tavern in NJ,
Brooklyn, and Crooked River in Cleveland.

*  THE ULTIMATE IN TIE-DYE T'S AND MORE

We've had a bunch of requests to offer tie-dyed t-shirts, but we were never
happy with the boring cookie cutter tie-dyes that seemed to be available.
Well now we found a local artisan who hand-produces classic dyes of which
no two are alike.    We're also featuring new colors for the Fishing Team
t-shirts, as well as 25% off our long-sleeved t-shirts.  See it all for
yourself at http://flyingfish.com/WannaWear.html

*  DON'T GET ENOUGH BEER-RELATED E-MAIL?

Susan Reigler, the restaurant  critic for The Louisville Courier-Journal,
also publishes a daily beer-related e-mail tip sheet through
http://www.tipworld.com

It's short, informative and well worth checking out.  Be forewarned though,
it comes out about 5 times a week, so if you're feeling overwhelmed with
e-mail, this may not be for you.

*  BEER FEST SEASON IS UNDERWAY

Beer festivals are starting to pop up all over the place.  Some to plan for
are Manyunk, PA (4/15); Poor Henry's, Phila., PA (5/6);
Pennsylvania Microbrewers Fest, Pittsburgh, PA (6/3); 4th Annual Garden
State Craftbrewers Fest, Waterloo Village, NJ (6/25). For the latest,
head over to http://flyingfish.com/live.html

*  SPRING EVENTS. . .

A small sampling of events coming up, for the latest info, check out
http://flyingfish.com/live.html

--Thursdays: April 6 - April 20  Primo Pint Nites @ The Office Beer Bars
(North & Central NJ)
Fresh Fish on draft and in the bottle, special prizes, giveaways and more.
The Office web site has directions/maps if you need them (see below)
Apr. 6 Keyport
Apr. 13 Ridgewood
Apr. 20 Montclair
Time:  8-10pm
http://www.office-beerbar.com/

--April 11 (Tuesday)  Fish Nite @ Chris' Jazz House, Phila.
Great jazz, Abbey Dubbel on draft and more.  What else could you ask for?
16th & Sansom Sts.
Phila., PA
8-10pm

--April 12 (Wednesday) Flying Fish Nite @ Steamers, Cherry Hill, NJ
Here's one right in our own backyard. 10 different varieties of chicken
wings, fresh Fish on draft, pint glass promo and more.
1334 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill, New Jersey
9-11 pm
856-354-1199

--April 14 (Friday) Sampling @ Cleveland Park Liquors, Washington, DC
C'mon out and try some Flying Fish in our first foray into DC. Special
pricing for this event.
Connecticut Avenue, Washington, Washington DC
2- 4:45

--April 14 (Friday) Sampling @ Chevy Chase Liquors, Washington, DC
Moving right up (or down) the Avenue, we'll be sampling here with special
prices in effect as well. Stop on by.
Connecticut Avenue, Washington, Washington DC
5-8pm

--April 15 (Saturday) 2nd Manyunk Brew Extravaganza, Phila., PA
The second year for this festival right by the banks of the Schuylkill
River. Music, tastings from 25 breweries, food, commemorative glass and
more. Rain date April 16.
Manyunk Brewpub, 4120 Main St., Phila., PA
Noon - 5pm
215-482-8220

--April 18 (Tuesday)  Gourmet Beer Dinner @ Tim Schafer's Cusine,
Morristown, NJ
One of the region's best chefs pairs his outstanding foods with outstanding
beers, including Flying Fish. This Beers International-sponsored meal will
be worth every cent (cost includes tip & taxes).
82 Speedwell Ave., Morristown, New Jersey
7:30 pm
$ 55.00 paid up members 2000 dues/ $ 60:00 non members
Contact: Richie Stolarz
973-853-BEER
e-mail: beersint@warwick.net
http://www.beersinternational.com

--April 21 (Friday) Firkin Friday @ Grey Lodge Pub, N.E. Philadelphia
This year's premier of the cask conditioned Farmhouse Summer Ale will be
tapped at 5 pm. Tomato pies, mushroom scallion wraps and home-made beer
sausage too! The Grey Lodge is now selling it's fine selection of draft
beer to go--bring your growler.
6235 Frankford Avenue, Phila, Pennsylvania
5pm til it's gone
215-624-2969
More Info: http://greylodge.com

--April 24 (Monday) Meet the Brewers @ Khyber Pass, Phila.
Meet the Flying Fish Brew Crew and enjoy lots of tasty Fish on draft at
this classic beer bar. Prizes and other goodies.
2nd & Chestnut Sts, Phila, PA
5-9

--April 28 (Friday)  Sampling @ B & B Beverage, Doylestown, PA
Be the first on your block to sample the bottled version of Farmhouse
Summer Ale and get a free pint glass with every case of Flying Fish
purchased.
3670 Sawmill Rd., Doylestown, PA
4 - 7pm

--April 28 (Friday) Sampling @ The Beverage Store, Wayne, PA
Be the first on your block to sample the bottled Flying Fish Farmhouse
Summer ale and get a free pint glass with everycase of Flying Fish
purchased. These folks also carry a full selection of the 1/6 torpedo kegs.
218 E. Lancaster Ave., Wayne, Pennsylvania
4 - 7pm
610-688-3431

--June 3 (Saturday) Pennsylvania Microbrewers Fest, Pittsburgh, PA
Thirty of the best breweries from throughout the mid-Atlantic, the mid-West
and Canada will be pouring at one of the bestfestivals going. Sampling,
buffet, commemorative glass, music and a killer view of the Heinz ketchup
plant!
Penn Brewery, 800 Vinial St., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
3 sessions: noon, 3:30, 8 pm
412-237-9400
More Info: http://www.penn brew.com

*ONGOING EVENTS
Monday:
--Pint Nite @ Centre House Pub, Trenton, NJ
$1 Flying Fish pints on Monday nights from 10pm til close at this great
neighborhood pub.
Cass & Centre Streets, Trenton, NJ

Tuesday:
--Totally Taco Tuesday @ The Paperwaiter, Wheaton Village, NJ
Specials on tacos and Flying Fish beers all day long.
 The Paperwaiter Restaurant @ Wheaton Village, Millville, NJ

Thursday:
--Fish Thursdays @ The Old Oar House, Millville, NJ
Special prices all night on draft Flying Fish ESB and Old Oar House Ale
(made by Flying Fish). Great food and a good crowd, too.
123 North High St.  4pm til close  http://oldoarhousebrewery.com

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