As you probably remember, March 17 St. Patrick s Day was closing time in 2020, the day that bars, breweries and restaurants across Colorado were forced to curtail in-house service as a way to try to slow the spread of COVID-19. Many of these establishments have noted this sad anniversary while appreciating the fact that they can now be open at limited capacity indoors and with outdoor seating.
But to keep things from getting out of hand this St. Patrick s Day, the state s Liquor Enforcement Division warned watering holes that its officers will be out in force (and probably not in green suspenders). LED takes public safety concerns very seriously, and over-service violations may result in administrative action up to and including revocation of a liquor license, the agency noted. LED will be checking on health-order compliance and advises licensees to limit mixing with people you do not live with as much as possible to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. We have just started e
The six Grand County breweries that participated in the collaborative East Troublesome Pale Ale initiative were able to help raise $34,000 for the Grand Foundation, a nonprofit organization that helps people who were evacuated, displaced or lost their homes to the devastating East Troublesome wildfire last year. And 27 home brewers who entered the East Troublesome home-brew competition were also part of the fundraising effort.
Root Shoot Malting, alongside Colorado Hop Company and Propagate Labs, donated ingredients to the breweries for the beer; the recipe and ingredients were then made available to the home brewers, who were encouraged to brew their own version of the benefit beer, Root Shoot says.
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“We’re all seeking ways to contribute to those putting in long hours and heroic effort during this pandemic,” said Zahrte. “When I came up with the idea of Filling for the Frontlines, I started texting some friends and colleagues in the industry about it, and their response was overwhelming and immediate. These crowlers of beer represent a small token of gratitude from us to those making incredible sacrifices, putting themselves at risk, and working tirelessly for the health of our community.”
Crowlers are available for pickup for free from Old 121 Brewhouse during business hours for anyone who shows a hospital ID badge.