One of the newer terms bandied about the retail business these days is "seasonal creep" - that is, the fact that seasonal items find their way on to retailers shelves earlier every year. Seasonal creep has found its way into the beer and wine business as well in recent years, although that's not such a bad thing. Christmas Ales hit the shelves in October these days, Summer Ales in April, and now Oktoberfest brews are available around the first of August.
We've received our first batch of Oktoberfests, all from Pennsylvania, and these malty lagers really hit the spot. Stoudt's, Weyerbacher and Pennsylvania Brewing Company all produce terrific Oktos - stop by today and try some, and remember, Christmas is just around the corner!
Monday, August 13, 2007
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Hot Deals
A couple of great close-out deals on beer to help beat the heat:
J.W. Dundee Hefeweizen - only $3.99 a sixer
Shiner Dunkel Weizen - also just $3.99 a six-pack
Get 'em while supplies last!
J.W. Dundee Hefeweizen - only $3.99 a sixer
Shiner Dunkel Weizen - also just $3.99 a six-pack
Get 'em while supplies last!
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
The Bitch is Back
The "Bitch" Grenache, that is. Unavailable since Christmas, we've finally got this full-bodied, rich Australian Grenache back in stock, but only in a limited quantity. Pick some up today!
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
Allocated Beers?
It's not uncommon for wines to be allocated to retailers (and restaurants) - that is, only so much of the wine is bottled and subsequently available, and then bottles are allocated to specific customers (wine shops, etc.) to sell.
Beer isn't far behind. New at the market this week are three allocated beers - buy 'em before they're gone:
Three Floyds Gumballhead Wheat - a Summer seasonal release from the venerable Indiana brewery, the Gumballhead is brewed with copious amounts of hops, giving it a citrus/piney flavor; a perfect thirst quencher.
Alesmith Speedway Stout - Big and bold, the Speedway shows notes of coffee and bitter chocolate. This is one of the most complex stouts brewed in the world.
Alesmith Wee Heavy Scotch Ale - Rich, strong, just another example of great brewing on the edge by Alesmith. Very malty, but deftly balanced, this is a beer to sip and savor.
Beer isn't far behind. New at the market this week are three allocated beers - buy 'em before they're gone:
Three Floyds Gumballhead Wheat - a Summer seasonal release from the venerable Indiana brewery, the Gumballhead is brewed with copious amounts of hops, giving it a citrus/piney flavor; a perfect thirst quencher.
Alesmith Speedway Stout - Big and bold, the Speedway shows notes of coffee and bitter chocolate. This is one of the most complex stouts brewed in the world.
Alesmith Wee Heavy Scotch Ale - Rich, strong, just another example of great brewing on the edge by Alesmith. Very malty, but deftly balanced, this is a beer to sip and savor.
Friday, May 25, 2007
New Brews
Some great new beers at the market this week:
Weyerbacher Muse - A nice Belgian-style Farmhouse Ale that is light bodied and spicy.
Weyerbacher Old Heathen - Huge Imperial Stout, with notes of coffee and chocolate.
Ellicottville Blueberry Wheat - Pleasant, subtle blueberry flavors.
Also back in for the Summer:
Stoudt's Weizen
Goose Island Summertime
Samuel Adams Summer Ale
Weyerbacher Muse - A nice Belgian-style Farmhouse Ale that is light bodied and spicy.
Weyerbacher Old Heathen - Huge Imperial Stout, with notes of coffee and chocolate.
Ellicottville Blueberry Wheat - Pleasant, subtle blueberry flavors.
Also back in for the Summer:
Stoudt's Weizen
Goose Island Summertime
Samuel Adams Summer Ale
Monday, May 21, 2007
Get ready for some Cabs!
This Thursday night (5/24), we'll be kicking off Summer with a big Cabernet Sauvignon tasting. Stop by and sample some of the best Cabs on the market, and take a bottle or two home for your Memorial Day barbecue.
You'll also find over a hundred different Cabernets at Stimmel's Market every day; Wonderful Cabs from all over California, Washington, France, and South America, and we'll have something for every budget. See you Thursday!
You'll also find over a hundred different Cabernets at Stimmel's Market every day; Wonderful Cabs from all over California, Washington, France, and South America, and we'll have something for every budget. See you Thursday!
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
Blooming libations
May's new arrivals (and we're only 9 days in) are too long to list, but here are a few:
Beer
Berghoff Red Bock - medium-bodied, malty and smooth, and on clearance for only $3.99 a sixer.
Bear Republic - This famed California brewery has just unleashed its hoppy lineup of beers here in Ohio. We just received the Racer 5, Big Bear Stout, Red Rocket, Hop Rod Rye, and the XP Pale Ale. They're all 22 oz. bottles at $4.99 each.
New Holland Lucid - A Kolsch-style brew ($8.99 6pk.)
New Holland Existential - 10 different types of hops and a truckload of malt ($6.99 22 oz.)
Otter Creek White Sail - Belgian-style wit, with hints of orange peel and coriander ($7.99 6pk.)
Wine
Bocce Red Zinfandel and Pinot Grigio - These California wines are on closeout from the distributor, and are priced to sell at just $3.75 per bottle.
Babich 2006 Sauvignon Blanc - The new vintage for Babich is a Wine Spectator "best buy"; exhibiting crisp grapefruit and granny smith apple aromas and flavors, it's a perfect white wine to sip on the patio.
Toasted Head Red Table Wine - From the Giguiere Ranch, this is a nice blend of Syrah, Petit Syrah, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon. And at only $10.99 a bottle, it's a great quality/price ratio (QPR).
Beer
Berghoff Red Bock - medium-bodied, malty and smooth, and on clearance for only $3.99 a sixer.
Bear Republic - This famed California brewery has just unleashed its hoppy lineup of beers here in Ohio. We just received the Racer 5, Big Bear Stout, Red Rocket, Hop Rod Rye, and the XP Pale Ale. They're all 22 oz. bottles at $4.99 each.
New Holland Lucid - A Kolsch-style brew ($8.99 6pk.)
New Holland Existential - 10 different types of hops and a truckload of malt ($6.99 22 oz.)
Otter Creek White Sail - Belgian-style wit, with hints of orange peel and coriander ($7.99 6pk.)
Wine
Bocce Red Zinfandel and Pinot Grigio - These California wines are on closeout from the distributor, and are priced to sell at just $3.75 per bottle.
Babich 2006 Sauvignon Blanc - The new vintage for Babich is a Wine Spectator "best buy"; exhibiting crisp grapefruit and granny smith apple aromas and flavors, it's a perfect white wine to sip on the patio.
Toasted Head Red Table Wine - From the Giguiere Ranch, this is a nice blend of Syrah, Petit Syrah, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon. And at only $10.99 a bottle, it's a great quality/price ratio (QPR).
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