Taproom - The Beer Thrillers https://thebeerthrillers.com Central PA beer enthusiasts and beer bloggers. Homebrewers, brewery workers, and all around beer lovers. Sun, 18 Aug 2024 12:39:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://i0.wp.com/thebeerthrillers.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cropped-The-Beer-Thrillers-December-2022-Logo.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Taproom - The Beer Thrillers https://thebeerthrillers.com 32 32 187558884 McAllister Brewing Company Transitioning Completely to The Carriage House https://thebeerthrillers.com/2024/08/15/mcallister-brewing-company-transitioning-completely-to-the-carriage-house/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mcallister-brewing-company-transitioning-completely-to-the-carriage-house Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:45:27 +0000 https://thebeerthrillers.com/?p=15422

McAllister Brewing Company logo

McAllister Brewing Company Transitioning Completely to The Carriage House

This is the last weekend of operations at the McAllister Brewery Taproom in North Wales. They are transitioning completely to The Carriage House, which they opened just over a year ago. The current taproom is located at 810 Dickerson Rd, North Wales, PA 19454.

The Carriage House (known as Carriage House Restaurant) is located at 745 Gravel Pike, PA-29, East Greenville, PA 18041. According to Google Maps its 25.9 miles from the original McAllister Brewing Company’s taproom to their Carriage House (its also roughly a 32 minute drive). (For a map detailing the distance and trip click here: Trip from McAllister Brewing Taproom to The Carriage House.)

Announcement

McAllister Brewing Company posted their announcement to social media:

đŸ» A Heartfelt Thank You from McAllister Brewing đŸ»
To our amazing regulars and supporters who have been with us through the years, we want to express our deepest gratitude. The incredible memories and friendships we’ve built together at McAllister Brewing’s Taproom in North Wales mean the world to us.
We have some big news to share: McAllister Brewing will be transitioning operations to The Carriage House Restaurant in East Greenville, and Sunday will be our last day of business at the Taproom. While we’ll be closing our North Wales location, this isn’t goodbye – it’s just the beginning of a new chapter.
You’ll still find all your favorite McAllister brews on tap at The Carriage House, where we hope to create many more unforgettable moments with you. Please stop in before we close to celebrate all the good times we’ve shared.
On Friday, we’ll be hosting our last Dine & Donate event for the North Penn High School Football team from 6 PM to 10 PM. Mention them when you check out, and we’ll donate 20% of sales back to support the team.
And on Sunday, we invite you to take a piece of McAllister’s with you. All those framed pictures on the walls that you’ve admired over the years – we’d love for you to take one home and help us keep the spirit of the North Wales Taproom alive.
Thank you for your unwavering support over the years. We can’t wait to welcome you at The Carriage House and continue this journey together!

The above announcement also came with a Facebook reel (click the link to see the reel).

McAllister Brewing Company Taproom

McAllister Brewing Company Taproom

McAllister Brewing Company, nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania, is a gem for craft beer enthusiasts looking to explore innovative and diverse brews. Their taproom, a vibrant space designed for community gathering, offers a rotating selection of beers brewed on-site, ensuring that there’s always something new for both regulars and newcomers to enjoy.

The taproom’s ambiance is a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, featuring reclaimed wood, industrial lighting, and cozy seating that invites you to relax and stay awhile. Whether you’re a fan of hoppy IPAs, rich stouts, or crisp lagers, McAllister Brewing Company has something on tap that will satisfy your palate.

In addition to their craft beers, McAllister’s taproom often hosts events like trivia nights, live music, and food truck rallies, making it a lively spot for socializing and entertainment. They also offer a selection of snacks and sometimes partner with local eateries for food pairings that complement their brews.

For those looking to take a piece of McAllister Brewing home, the taproom offers growler fills and a selection of canned beers to go. The staff is knowledgeable and passionate about craft beer, always ready to recommend a brew based on your preferences or guide you through a tasting flight.

Their last weekend of operations at the taproom will be August 17th and August 18th.

The Carriage House Restaurant

The Carriage House Restaurant owned by McAllsiter Brewing Company

The Carriage House Restaurant in East Greensville, PA, is a beloved local dining destination known for its historic charm and exceptional cuisine. Situated in a beautifully restored building that once served as a carriage house, the restaurant exudes a sense of history and elegance, making it a popular choice for both everyday dining and special occasions.

As you step inside, you’re greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere, where vintage dĂ©cor meets modern comforts. The interior features exposed wooden beams, classic furnishings, and soft lighting that creates an intimate and cozy ambiance. Whether you’re dining in one of the elegant dining rooms or enjoying a meal on the outdoor patio, the Carriage House offers a setting that’s perfect for a memorable dining experience.

The menu at The Carriage House Restaurant is a carefully curated selection of dishes that highlight the best of American and international cuisine. The chefs take pride in using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to craft meals that are both flavorful and beautifully presented. From tender steaks and fresh seafood to creative vegetarian dishes and decadent desserts, there’s something to satisfy every palate.

In addition to its delicious food, The Carriage House boasts an extensive wine list and a selection of craft beers and cocktails. The knowledgeable staff is always on hand to recommend the perfect pairing for your meal, ensuring that your dining experience is as delightful as possible.

The Carriage House Restaurant is also known for its excellent service. The staff is attentive and friendly, going above and beyond to make every guest feel welcome. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply enjoying a night out, you can expect top-notch hospitality in a setting that feels both luxurious and homey.

Located in East Greensville, PA, The Carriage House Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy a meal in a place where history and culinary excellence come together.

For More Information on McAllister Brewing Company

The following comes via Untappd.

McAllister Brewing Company is a micro brewery from North Wales, PA. They have 108 unique beers and over 14,000 ratings, with a global average rating of 3.76 (as of 8.15.24). Their Untappd description reads: “Our goal is that no matter what, we will provide the highest quality product, in a friendly and unique atmosphere, creating long and lasting bonds with our community. Cheers!

You can follow them at these social media platforms:

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North Country Brewing is Closing the Corn Crib at Freedom Farms Farmers Market https://thebeerthrillers.com/2023/12/30/north-country-brewing-is-closing-the-corn-crib-at-freedom-farms-farmers-market/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=north-country-brewing-is-closing-the-corn-crib-at-freedom-farms-farmers-market Sat, 30 Dec 2023 23:30:51 +0000 https://thebeerthrillers.com/?p=14359

North Country Brewing Announces They are Closing the Corn Crib at Freedom Farms Farmers Market

North Country Brewing is Closing the Corn Crib at Freedom Farms Farmers Market

North Country Brewing’s time at Freedom Farms Farmers Market is seemingly coming to an end. At what they referred to as their “Corn Crib Taproom”, they have announced they will be closing it in the near future. Their last day of operations will be on February 29th, 2024. No word yet on what, if anything, will be going into the location, possibly another brewery will take over in the future, or possibly it will just become another vendor spot for the Freedom Farms Farmers Market.

Freedom Farms Farmers Market is located at 795 Pittsburgh Rd, Butler, PA 16002. North Country Brewing opened the Corn Crib Taproom in July of 2022. The Freedom Farms Farmers Market is a wonderful farmers market and vendor location, and has been a great second taproom for North Country Brewing. The greenhouse part is really pretty in the late spring / early summertime with the flowers and everything blooming. Freedom Farms Farmers Market is located in Butler County.

The Announcement

North Country Brewing posted the following on their social media accounts:

After careful consideration, we at North Country Brewing Co. have decided to shift our focus to our flagship locations and will be concluding our lease with Freedom Farms/Corn Crib. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the King family for providing us with the opportunity to be a part of their community and for the warm hospitality they have extended to us throughout the past year.

Our last day at The Corn Crib location will be on February 29th. We want to take this moment to reflect on the wonderful experiences and relationships we’ve built during our time here. The memories created will always hold a special place in our hearts.

In the true spirit of the brewing brotherhood, we would like to extend an invitation for a new brewery to step into this space. We believe it presents an excellent opportunity for another passionate group to contribute to and thrive within this vibrant community. For all inquiries please email Freedom Farms at tim@freedomfarmspa.com.

To our loyal patrons, we express our deepest gratitude for your support and patronage. We invite you to join us at our mothership locations to continue enjoying the distinctive North Country Brewing experience.

Thank you once again to the King family, Freedom Farms, and the entire community for being part of our journey. We look forward to creating more memories in the future.
Cheers,

North Country Brewing Co.

North Country Brewing Company – Instagram

The above message was posted yesterday – December 29th, 2023.

More Information on North Country Brewing

The following comes via Untappd. North Country Brewing Company is  a micro brewery out of Slippery Rock, PA. They have 598 unique beers and over 162,000 check-ins with a global average rating of 3.61 (as of 12.30.23). Their Untappd description reads: “Homegrown food and fun for the whole family. North Country Brewing is famous not only for our hearty delicious fare and unique handcrafted brews, but also for intimate atmosphere and exceptional environment.”

You can follow them on these social media pages:

 

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The Beer Thrillers are a blog that prides itself on writing beer reviews, brewery reviews, travelogues, news (especially local to the Central PA brewery scene), as well as covering other topics of our interests – such as hiking, literature and books, board games, and video games which we sometimes stream with our friends over at Knights of Nostalgia. We are currently listed as #7 on FeedSpot’s “Top 100 Beer Blogs” and #8 on FeedSpot’s “Top 40 Pennsylvania Blogs”. (As of January 2023.) Thank you for reading our site today, please subscribe, follow, and bookmark. Please reach out to us if you are interested in working together. If you would like to donate to the blog you can here: Donate to The Beer Thrillers. Thank you!

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Truth Beer Company Opening a Taproom in Lancaster https://thebeerthrillers.com/2023/12/05/truth-beer-company-opening-a-taproom-in-lancaster/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=truth-beer-company-opening-a-taproom-in-lancaster Wed, 06 Dec 2023 04:35:00 +0000 https://thebeerthrillers.com/?p=13192 Truth Beer Company Announces They Are Opening a Taproom in Lancaster

In what they are calling a “not so secret secret” Truth Beer Company has announced that they will be opening a taproom in Lancaster.

If the above image or address looks familiar – you probably recognize it as a place you might have enjoyed a brew in before. The former home of Cartel Brewing and Blending. Who have recently moved into their new brewery. (See our article: Cartel Brewing and Blending Moving and our other article Cartel Brewing and Blending Grand Opening at Their New Location).

We covered Truth Beer Company opening back in late August (on my birthday actually), and that they would be opening on September 3rd. (You can see that article here: Truth Beer Company Grand Opening – September 3rd.)

The location for their new taproom is 928 N. Prince St., Lancaster PA 17603.

n what has become a very poorly kept secret, Truth Beer Co is coming to Lancaster! We will be opening up our new taproom space at 928 N. Prince St, a building that may look familiar to some of you. More info on when our grand opening will happen TBA, stay tuned! đŸ»đŸ»đŸ»

The brewery operations will be staying at our current spot in Akron.

Truth Beer Company – Facebook Post – Dated 12.5.23 11:17 PM EST

No word yet on when the official opening of their new taproom will be happening.

For More Information on Truth Beer Company

The following comes from Untappd. Truth Beer Company is a nano brewery out of Akron, PA. They have 25 unique beers and 1,871 ratings (as of 12.5.23). Their global Untappd rating is 3.81 (again – as of 12.5.23). Their Untappd description reads: Truth’s brewery and tasting room was opened in September of 2022 by co-owners/operators (and friends since childhood) Ryan and Dave. They focus on hop-forward styles, and innovating with new methods or ingredients. Come on down the hill in Akron to check them out!

You can find them on the following social media pages:

More Articles Involving Truth Beer Company

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Cheers.

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As always, thank you everyone for reading! Leave your likes, comments, suggestions, questions, etc, in the comments section. Or use the Feedback – Contact Us – page, and we’ll get right back to you! You can also reach out to us at our direct e-mail address: thebeerthrillers@gmail.com

Thank you for visiting our blog. Please make sure to follow, bookmark, subscribe, and make sure to comment and leave feedback and like the blog posts you read. It will help us to better tailor the blog to you, the readers, likes and make this a better blog for everyone.

We are working on a massive project here at The Beer Thrillers. We are creating a map of all of the breweries across the United States. State by state we are adding maps of all of the different states with every brewery in each state. (We will eventually get to the US Territories, as well as the Canadian Provinces, and possibly more countries; as well as doing some fun maps like a map of all the breweries we’ve been to, and other fun maps.) You can find the brewery maps here:

We are also working on a project of creating printable and downloadable PDFs and resources to be able to check and keep track of all of the breweries you’ve been to. So stay tuned for that project once we are finished with the Brewery Maps of the US States.

You can check out our different directories here: Beer Reviews, Hike Reviews, Book Reviews, Brewery News, Brewery Openings, Brewer Interviews, and Travelogues.

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You can now find us on our Discord Server here: The Beer Thrillers (Discord Server). We’ve also joined LinkTree to keep track of all of our social media pages, as well as hot new articles we’ve written.

The Beer Thrillers on LinkTree can be found here: The Beer Thrillers LinkTree.

We have partnered with an affiliateship with Beer Drop.com. You can check out that partnership and receive great discounts, coupons, and more here: Beer Drop. Going here and logging in and ordering will help you receive your discounts and coupons as well as help support our page. Thank you for helping to support The Beer Thrillers and to help us maintain the site and blog and to keep it running.

The Beer Thrillers are a blog that prides itself on writing beer reviews, brewery reviews, travelogues, news (especially local to the Central PA brewery scene), as well as covering other topics of our interests – such as hiking, literature and books, board games, and video games which we sometimes stream with our friends over at Knights of Nostalgia. We are currently listed as #7 on FeedSpot’s “Top 100 Beer Blogs” and #8 on FeedSpot’s “Top 40 Pennsylvania Blogs”. (As of January 2023.) Thank you for reading our site today, please subscribe, follow, and bookmark. Please reach out to us if you are interested in working together. If you would like to donate to the blog you can here: Donate to The Beer Thrillers. Thank you!

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Brewery Opening: Howling Henry’s (Hummelstown) https://thebeerthrillers.com/2020/10/10/brewery-opening-howling-henrys-hummelstown/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=brewery-opening-howling-henrys-hummelstown Sat, 10 Oct 2020 13:25:20 +0000 https://thebeerthrillers.com/?p=4638
Howling Henry’s Brewery logo – the latest brewery to open; opening on October 9th, 2020.

To little or no fanfare, the latest brewery, and another to Hummelstown, opened on October 9th, 2020 (yesterday). They had posted on their Facebook page their permit and that they would be opening soon, but, to my surprise, I had seen no notice of their actual opening date.

Howling Henry’s Permit

Their last Facebook post was on September 28th, and with the above picture, it stated:

“A temporary permit was given to me to open my taproom this morning. Shooting for October 9th for the grand opening of Howling Henry’s Taproom. Check my website for more information.”

I had seen this notice and post and re-shared it on our Facebook page, but for some reason, the little notice of “shooting for October 9th” I overlooked. I unfortunately, despite having my day off was out of town with friends (we went to Wellsboro, PA for the PA Grand Canyon), so I was out of town and unable to attend the opening.

They are the second Hummelstown brewery to open this week. Rubber Soul Brewing Company opened on Monday, October 5th, 2020, along South Hanover Street (across from the Rita’s) in the former borough building.

Howling Henry’s Merchandise Stand

Howling Henry’s has been around for a while in the Hummelstown area. They have been at the Mount Hope Renaissance Faire brewfest for several years (with their unique stand and jockey box of the doghouse). They have also been selling their bottles to the local shops and bars (JoJo’s Pizza Shop Restaurant on Main Street often carried their bottles in their cooler), and they distributed some kegs to local bars (Warwick Hotel would occasionally have them on tap). They’ve also been selling their bottles in the recent year or so at various farmer’s markets (the Hershey’s Chocolate Street Market primarily).

COVID-19 (the coronavirus) has certainly played an interesting issue in their opening this year, and has delayed much in the way of the taproom opening. Several other breweries opened amid the pandemic – Hemauer, Rubber Soul, Highway Manor, Cox’s Rally Point, etc. This is certainly an interesting time and a hard time for businesses to open, thrive, and grow their brands. There has been a lot of uncertainty, but it’s great to see Greg get to realize his dreams and open Howling Henry.

Greg – the owner and brewer for Howling Henry’s (per their Twitter)

Howling Henry’s taproom is located at 35 East 2nd St in Hummelstown. This is located near the exit of Hummelstown (the underpass) heading towards South Hanover (where South Hanover street becomes Grandview leading out towards Route 39 and East Hanover / Hershey). It is across the street from M&S Auto (a used car shop and garage). It is about three blocks down from the square of Hummelstown (Main Street / South Hanover crossing).

A walking map of Hummelstown, showing Howling Henry’s and Rubber Soul

This will become the second brewery / taproom in Hummelstown now (coincidentally both opening this week as well, going from 0 to 2 in five days flat!). The above map shows a walking path from Howling Henry’s to Rubber Soul. Making the town a nice tourist stop for craft beer enthusiasts now.

The Hummelstown Area enlarged (Howling Henry’s and Rubber Soul route by car shown)

Howling Henry’s joins a growing community of breweries within five-fifteen minute driving distance from the Hummelstown area. Including:

  • Troeg’s Independent Brewing (Hershey)
  • Iron Hill Brewing (Hershey)
  • Tattered Flag Distillery Lounge (Hershey)
  • Tattered Flag (Middletown)
  • Rubber Soul Brewing (Hummelstown)
  • Howling Henry’s (Hummelstown)
  • The Englewood (Hummelstown / Hershey)
  • Boneshire Brew Works (Rutherford)
  • Official BBQ – Pizza Boy (Rutherford)
  • Newfangled Brew Works (Rutherford)
  • The Millworks (Harrisburg)
  • ZeroDay Brewing (Harrisburg)
  • Appalachian Brewing Company (Harrisburg)
  • The Vegetable Hunter (Harrisburg)
  • Lancaster Brewing Company – Harrisburg Location (Harrisburg)

You can use the Brew Baron’s App to find more in the larger (Central PA) area. So as you can see from the above list, and the app, within just this small subset local area of Central PA there is many brewery choices. All good and well done establishments with wonderful beer offerings. You can see an older (and mostly outdated article I wrote about the breweries in the Hummelstown area here: Breweries On the Outskirts of Harrisburg 9.6.19).

Currently, on Untappd, Howling Henry’s is listed as a Nano Brewery, and recently updated their description page with the following: “Opening our taproom on October 9th at 6 PM. Howling Henry’s Brewery is crafting beer without rules, which causes our beers to be an nontraditional representations of their contemporaneity styles. Are you ready for a different take on traditional beer styles, then you should give Howling Henry’s a try? Our beers are not filtered, so we can offer as much flavor as possible. Tap room coming to Hummelstown soon; check my website out for details.” They have 11 Unique Beers listed, with a global average rating of 3.21 out of 3,825 ratings.

Their hours on their Facebook page for the taproom are listed as:

  • MONDAY: CLOSED
  • TUESDAY: CLOSED
  • WEDNESDAY: 5:00PM – 10:00PM
  • THURSDAY: 5:00PM – 10:00PM
  • FRIDAY: 5:00PM – 10:00PM
  • SATURDAY: 11:00AM – 6:00PM
  • SUNDAY: CLOSED

They use the old Theo’s Attanasoff pizza warehouse to brew their beers in a corner of the building. The old Theo’s warehouse is located at the corner of Duke and 2nd Street in Hummelstown, and is now primarily used by Pnuma Outdoors. (You can see a map of the Howling Henry’s brewing location and taproom below). The brewing location is off limits to tourists though.

Howling Henry’s to Pnuma Outdoors

Howling Henry’s has several social media outlets which you can keep abreast of their activities. Including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. You can also check out their website.

On their website you can read their backstory, which is:

My brewing story began after a department store wine kit was hauled off by the trashmen. Yes, a wine kit started my passion with brewing beer, and in time my business. I trashed the kit  because I  lacked knowledge in the process of wine-making, and more frighteningly, in how to clean and sanitize the equipment. The instructions emphasized sanitization, but the concern that I may get someone sick caused me to drop kick the kit into the waste can.

I then read a magazine article about home brewing. Who doesn’t like beer, right? This article made it clear that cleanliness is a very important part of the process, but as I read, I realized that  I was overthinking it. I began to understand that all of debris needs to be removed from the brewing equipment, and then a sanitizer is added to the equipment to kill most of the bacteria, so that your pitched yeast has no competition when it infects your bitter wort. Simple! I am a simple guy, and I figured that I can do that.

I bought my first brewing kit: 5 gallon brew kettle, a 5 gallon carboy, and a 7 gallon food grade bucket. The recipe was a brown ale. It was good for a month or two, and then it started losing flavor. I came to realize that bottling introduces oxygen to the finished beer. Oxygen in finished beer after time will degrade that beer’s flavor.

After a year of making my own recipes my wife and I were seated at a local watering hole for lunch (the Wednesday before Thanksgiving). She said, “Why don’t you start a brewery?” To be honest it was in the back of my head, but I figured that thought would never become a conversion with my wife. So, I agreed with her, as a good husband would do. Although, at the time, neither of us really understood what we were getting ourselves into.

I started reading from a website devoted to the entire brewing process. With this knowledge, I began brewing beers around ingredients I knew a little brewery could access without to much hassle. Through this site I also learned of a movie made in the mid 90’s called ‘Frankenbrew’. This video showed me that one guy with some determination, out of the box thinking, and hard work could start a brewery without investors, a bank loan, or a truck load of cash. I then followed the movie’s suggestions on what to buy from the used dairy equipment market. This offset the price of starting a new brewery significantly, since I had already priced out a real brewery’s equipment prior to seeing the movie. I knew I could never come up with a million or so dollars myself, and I wanted this brewery to be mine. Yes, you read that correctly! I am the only owner, investor, employee, brewer, boss, maintenance guy, and janitor. I did it all with help from some wonderful family members and great friends when they had time to help. It is a wonderful feeling to know I only have me to answer to.

Years later, I had the stainless steel equipment needed. I found a space three blocks from my home. By this time, I realized that I needed a real brew kettle. Having well over 200 gallons of boiling wort would be very dangerous in anything less than a proven kettle, so I ordered and purchased a 10 bbl Bennett Forgeworks brew kettle. I then started getting the paperwork inked with both the Federal and State government agencies. Approvals took a lifetime, okay about 6 months (a lifetime for a guy with barely any budget).

Please check out the pictures of my equipment here (if you’re interested in seeing what my frankinbrew system looks like).

Howling Henry’s Backstory.

So when in the Hummelstown area, be sure to check out the newest brewery – Howling Henry’s. Make sure you are in town during their hours (5PM-10PM on Wednesday through Friday and Saturday 11AM-6PM). The taproom is limited currently due to COVID restrictions, but its still a place to check out. Be sure to do so!

Howling Henry’s Brewery – of Hummelstown, PA – logo

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Cheers everyone! Hopefully I’ll see you at Howling Henry’s. Its just a few blocks away and within walking distance, so I’ll be sure to be there a time or two. Cheers!

-B. Kline

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