December Tasting Schedule

Written by Sara Lilkas, Marketing Intern December is here and I’m honestly not quite sure where this past year went. All I know is that since the holiday season is here with all the merry cheer and holiday beer I’ve never been more ready for December!  Get your growlers ready the tasting events this month are sure to get you into the holiday spirit! First up is the Hop Hunter IPA by Sierra Nevada. Sierra Nevada has developed a unique method to gather pure hop oil which makes for a uniquely aromatic beer. The Hop Hunter Sierra Nevada pairs nicely with wood-grilled salmon (stop by the seafood department after you’ve filled up your growler to check out our signature salmon options! ) Try Sierra Nevada’s Hop Hunter IPA: December 4^th, 2015

• Market 32 in Wilton, NY from 4-6pm
• Price Chopper on Route 50 in Saratoga Springs, NY 6:30-8:30pm

December 5^th, 2015

• Price Chopper in Bethlehem from 11am-1pm
• Market Bistro in Latham, NY from 1:30-3:30pm
• Price Chopper in Malta, NY from 4-6pm

Just in time for the last few nights of Hanukkah the Shmaltz Brewery from Clifton Park will be featuring their Hanukkah, Chanukah: Pass the Beer. Bring home a growler of this dark ale to pair with your latkes! Happy Hanukkah! Try Shmaltz Brewery’s Hanukkah, Chanukah: December 10^th, 2015 from 4-6pm at Market 32 in Clifton Park, NY. December 11^th, 2015 from 4-6pm at Market Bistro in Latham, NY. December 12^th, 2015

• 12-2pm
  • Market 32 in Clifton Park, NY
  • Market Bistro in Latham, NY
  • Price Chopper on Route 50 in Saratoga Springs, NY
• 3-5pm
  • Market 32 in Wilton, NY
  • Price Chopper in Bethlehem, NY
  • Price Chopper in Malta, NY

Now that the schedule is moving into mid-December hopefully the weather hasn’t gotten too cold and all of your holiday shopping is done. If it isn’t and you need a shopping break. I suggest stopping in for the Davidson Winter Ale tasting. Davidson Brother’s is a brewpub out of Glens Falls, NY and is family owned and operated. Try Davidson Brother’s Winter Ale: December 18^th, 2015

• Price Chopper in Bethlehem and Malta, NY from 1-3pm
• Price Chopper on Route 50 in Saratoga Springs, NY 4-6pm

December 20^th, 2015

• Market Bistro in Latham, NY from 1-3pm
• Market 32 in Wilton, NY from 1-3pm
• Market 32 in Clifton Park, NY from 4-6pm

The tastings at Market Bistro and Market 32 in Clifton Park will be extra special today! Both tastings will feature a Barbershop Quartet singing Christmas Carols! One of my personal favorites will be featured the week leading up to Christmas. Straight from Cooperstown, NY Ommegang’s Three Philosophers will be featured in tastings for three days. Three Philosophers is a unique beer that actually ages in a way similar to wine when stored correctly.  Featuring a mix of Belgian-style dark ale and cherry ale, Three Philosophers is known for its sweetness making it the perfect brew to serve with desserts. Try Ommegang’s Three Philosophers: December 22^nd, 2015

• 3-5Pm
  • Market 32 In Clifton Park and Wilton, NY
  • Market Bistro in Latham, NY
• 5:30-7:30pm
  • Price Chopper in  Malta, Bethlehem, and Route 50 in Saratoga Springs, NY

December 23^rd, 2015

• 3-5Pm
  • Market 32 In Clifton Park and Wilton, NY
  • Market Bistro in Latham, NY
• 5:30-7:30pm
  • Price Chopper in  Malta, Bethlehem, and Route 50 in Saratoga Springs, NY

December 24^th, 2015

• Market Bistro in Latham, NY from 11am-1pm
• Price Chopper on Route 50 in Saratoga Springs, NY from 1:30-3:30pm

A seasonal beer tasting wouldn’t be complete without the current seasonal offering from Samuel Adams. Brewed with cinnamon, ginger, and orange peel, the Winter Lager is a holiday season staple. Try Samuel Adams Winter Lager: December 19^th, 2015

• 12-2pm Market Bistro in Latham, NY and Market 32 in Wilton, NY
• 2:30-4:30pm
  • Price Chopper on Route 50 in Saratoga Springs, NY and Bethlehem, NY

December 31^st, 2015

• Price Chopper in Malta, NY from 3-5pm
• Market 32 in Clifton Park, NY from 5:30-7:30pm

Last up for the month of December is Brown’s Brewing Company out of Troy, NY. Their Oatmeal Stout is a staple at the brewpub located in downtown Troy and has even won a gold medal at the World Beer Cup! Try Brown’s Brewing Company Oatmeal Stout: December 29^th, 2015

• Price Chopper in Malta, NY from 12-2pm
• Price Chopper in Bethlehem, NY from 3-5pm

December 31^st, 2015

• 12-2pm
  • Market Bistro in Latham, NY
  • Market 32 in Clifton Park, NY
• 3-5pm
  • Price Chopper on Route 50 in Saratoga Springs, NY
  • Market Bistro in Wilton, NY

As always let us know what your favorite brews were this month in the comments below! Please enjoy responsibly.