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Brewery Review: Otto’s Pub and Brewery

AmyMWolfe — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 04:45:21 +0000

When in State College

We were in State College for the Walk to End ALZ. We were there Friday November 3rd, and Saturday November 4th. Amy works for the Alzheimer’s Association and was in charge of the State College Walk to End ALZ. I haven’t been up to State College since I was about 9 or 10 years old or so, and got to see a Penn State game at Beaver Stadium. I have had some of Otto’s Brewery beers before – my friend Ming brought home a mix six pack for me once. Amy was too tired last night to do her normal Sunday weekly column, so she took the time to do it tonight (Monday). She also did a mid week column – Halloween Candy and Beer Pairings; so please be sure to check that out. Amy is still recouping from the busy weekend and I believe is already sound asleep to the Simpson’s. This is her brewery review. (-Ben)

Brewery Review: Otto’s Pub and Brewery

Otto’s Pub and Brewery exterior

We received the most recommendations for Otto’s Pub and Brewery when we polled our friends on which brewery we should check out while working in State College. This was our first time at Otto’s but we previously had some of there beers.

At Skeeter’s BBQ from our Sunbury Trip. Otto’s Apricot Wheat and New Trail’s Gearhead Pilsner
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We knew there would be a wait to get into this place on a Friday night. We lapped the parking lot to find a distillery right in front of Otto’s. After later seeing they are both owned by C&D Brewing ventures we will definitely check them out on the next trip into SC.

We were told a 30-minute wait and by the looks of Barrel 21 Distillery in front of Otto’s that seemed pretty generous. Besides I saw plenty of things in the general store I wanted to take an extra peak at.

There was lots of cool merchandise in the store. But right away the line of Otto’s craft soda caught my attention.

The craft sodas at Otto’s Pub and Brewery in their little store area at the front.

I was immediately drooling over the stacks of grape soda, birch beer, raspberry cream soda, orange soda, root beer and ginger beer. While I was pregnant and later breast feeding Scarlet being able to find craft sodas or just anything nonalcoholic at a brewery felt like such a treat. (See my Weekly Column: I Really Miss Drinking.)

I immediately squealed with delight at the sight of the ginger beer. I struggled so hard with nausea my ENTIRE pregnancy and ginger seemed to really help that symptom subside. There was definitely going to be a 6 pack coming home with me.

The nostalgia of the soda and the décor of Otto’s was hitting hard as we were waiting for our table. We got chatting and almost missed our table.

Ben’s “Pick 3 Flight” at Otto’s Pub and Brewery

We were seated and waited on quickly considering how busy the place was. We ordered a “Try 3” and a 20 oz pour. In the try 3 mix we picked Oktoberfest, Small batch series Porter and Small Batch Series Ale: Pumpkin Ale. For the 20 oz we tried the Slab cabin IPA. The Porter was loved by Ben and the Pumpkin Ale was loved by Amy. If you know our tastes, this was predictable.

Slab Cabin by Otto’s Pub and Brewery

I saw house made beer pretzel on the appetizer menu and I couldn’t pass it by. I could be talked into many things with the offering of a beer pretzel, especially one served with sweet and spicy mustard. Both the beer and the pretzel arrived in a short amount of time. The pretzel tasted buttery and rich but not greasy. It paired perfectly with the beers!

I had my eye on the BBQ chicken pizza special. We went with no banana hot peppers to cut down on spiciness. But it definitely still had a kick to it. I am guessing the Southwest Ranch. But it wasn’t anything a swig of the yummy brews couldn’t fix.

The BBQ Chicken Pizza Special and the Beer Soft Pretzel at Otto’s Pub and Brewery

We’ll definitely be back to Otto’s and you should check it out too.

Drink More Beer!
Amy

Walk to End ALZ

Editor Ben jumping back in here. I just want to say how amazing of a job Amy did for the State College Walk to End ALZ. As well as all of the volunteers she had working for her, but I just want to mention how amazing of a job Amy did. We got up to State College around 1 PM and worked until nearly 6 PM getting Medlar Field and the Beaver Stadium / State College Campus area ready for the walk. It was hard work, but Amy is very dedicated, hard working, and a wonderful advocate for the cause. She did an absolutely phenomenal job – as she always does – for the walk. We got to meet a lot of great people, got to hear wonderful touching stories from people over the weekend, and hopefully helped raise awareness, raise funds, and help lift and bolster spirits for people dealing with this horrific disease. Amy is a truly kick ass hard working warrior for the cause.

To learn more about how you can give to end Alzheimer’s, please visit: Walk to End ALZ.

Also, look for more articles about our trip up to State College in the next few days. Also check back on some of our recent travelogues:

Sunbury Travels
An Alluring Visit to Vandegrift

Thank you all!

–Ben

Amy’s Wonderful Photos

This is a gallery of all of the wonderful photos Amy took at Otto’s Pub and Brewery.

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For More Information on Otto’s Pub and Brewery

The following comes from Untappd. Otto’s Pub and Brewery is a micro brewery and brewpub located in State College, PA. They have 255 unique beers and over 80,000 ratings with a global average rating of 3.65 (as of 11.6.23). Their Untappd description reads: Otto’s Pub and Brewery, located minutes from the Penn State University Park Campus in State College, Pennsylvania, has been a major draw for beer enthusiasts looking for a variety of craft beers on tap for over TWENTY years! Our handcrafted beers range from light and refreshing to rich and full-bodied, with something to suit every taste. In addition to our impressive beer selection, our menu features beef from our own A.V. Farms and other locally sourced ingredients. We offer a variety of vegetarian and gluten-free options, ensuring that everyone can find something to enjoy. Otto’s is a fantastic, family-friendly destination for beer lovers and foodies alike. With our welcoming, casual atmosphere, tasty menu, and craft brewery, we hope it’s easy to see why we are a favorite among locals and visitors alike!

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Walk to End ALZ at Lost in the Wilds Brewing – September 28th, 2023

B. Kline — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:26:36 +0000

Walk to End ALZ – Clarion

The Walk to End ALZ comes to Clarion on Thursday, September 28th, 2023 at Lost in the Wilds Brewing. Registration is at 5:00 PM and the Opening Ceremony and Walk is at 6:00 PM.

You can go to their direct page to donate and learn more here: Walk to End ALZ – Clarion Walk. As of writing, their goal was 27,000$ and they have reached their goal with 28,214$, showing an impressive 104% achievement. Wouldn’t it be amazing to see that number go even higher?!

Lost in the Wilds Brewing is located at: 21964 PA-66, Shippenville, PA 16254.

Amy (who writes for us) works for the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. She helped me reach out to Amy Ritzel – the Development Manager of the walk; as well as Mallory of Lost in the Wilds Brewing.

Mallory, from Lost in the Wilds Brewing

This is the information from Mallory:

We are very excited to host the Clarion Alzheimer’s Walk at Lost In The Wilds this year.

Our brewery is located along the Rail 66 Country Trail, which is a four season paved hiking and biking trail. We hope that our beautiful outdoor venue and proximity to the trail will provide a perfect atmosphere for this years event. Lost In The Wilds Brewing is a microbrewery located in Shippenville, and is conveniently located at the gateway to the PA WILDS.

We currently produce a wide variety of beers on site and provide a full taproom and sprawling outdoor venue for nature and beer lovers alike. We hope to make this years Alzheimer’s Walk a great success to raise awareness about this disease while giving attendees a spacious and comfortable area to enjoy. We will be offering some fun purple cocktails during the event.
Mallory & Jared Griebel – Lost in the Wilds Brewing

Lost in the Wilds Brewing

Lost in the Wilds Brewing – exterior sign

Lost in the Wilds Brewing is located in beautiful Clarion, along Route 66, and a great walking trail. Its so beautiful and wonderful to see a brewery located right alongside a great walking trail, combining two of my favorite activities in one.

Its also so great to see a brewery helping out such a tremendous cause and to have the event at their place and to support organizations fighting terrible diseases like Alzheimer’s.

Lost in the Wilds Brewery (photo courtesy of their official website)

For more information on Lost in the Wilds Brewing, the following comes from Untappd. Lost in the Wilds Brewing is a micro brewery from Shippenville, PA United States (Clarion, PA). They have 45 unique beers and over 4,200 ratings. As of 9.28.23 they have a global average rating of 3.79. Their Untappd description is currently blank.

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Walk to End ALZ

For more information on the Clarion Walk to End ALZ, you can visit their page here: 2023 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Clarion, PA

Or the main home page here: Walk to End ALZ.

Alzheimer’s Disease

The following comes from the Wikipedia article on Alzheimer’s Disease.

A picture of an Alzheimer’s Brain compared to a normal brain (photo courtesy of Wikipedia)

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disease that usually starts slowly and progressively worsens,^[2] and is the cause of 60–70% of cases of dementia.^[2][10] The most common early symptom is difficulty in remembering recent events.^[1] As the disease advances, symptoms can include problems with language, disorientation (including easily getting lost), mood swings, loss of motivation, self-neglect, and behavioral issues.^[2] As a person’s condition declines, they often withdraw from family and society.^[11] Gradually, bodily functions are lost, ultimately leading to death. Although the speed of progression can vary, the typical life expectancy following diagnosis is three to nine years.^{[needs update][8][12]}

The cause of Alzheimer’s disease is poorly understood.^[11] There are many environmental and genetic risk factors associated with its development. The strongest genetic risk factor is from an allele of APOE.^[13]^[14] Other risk factors include a history of head injury, clinical depression, and high blood pressure.^[1] The disease process is largely associated with amyloid plaques, neurofibrillary tangles, and loss of neuronal connections in the brain.^[15] A probable diagnosis is based on the history of the illness and cognitive testing, with medical imaging and blood tests to rule out other possible causes.^[5]^[16] Initial symptoms are often mistaken for normal brain aging.^[11] Examination of brain tissue is needed for a definite diagnosis, but this can only take place after death.^[17] Good nutrition, physical activity, and engaging socially are known to be of benefit generally in aging, and may help in reducing the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s.^[15]

No treatments can stop or reverse its progression, though some may temporarily improve symptoms.^[2] Affected people become increasingly reliant on others for assistance, often placing a burden on caregivers.^[18] The pressures can include social, psychological, physical, and economic elements.^[18] Exercise programs may be beneficial with respect to activities of daily living and can potentially improve outcomes.^[19] Behavioral problems or psychosis due to dementia are often treated with antipsychotics, but this is not usually recommended, as there is little benefit and an increased risk of early death.^[20]^[21]

As of 2020, there were approximately 50 million people worldwide with Alzheimer’s disease.^[9] It most often begins in people over 65 years of age, although up to 10% of cases are early-onset impacting those in their 30s to mid-60s.^[17]^[4] It affects about 6% of people 65 years and older,^[11] and women more often than men.^[22] The disease is named after German psychiatrist and pathologist Alois Alzheimer, who first described it in 1906.^[23] Alzheimer’s financial burden on society is large, with an estimated global annual cost of US$1 trillion.^[9] It is ranked as the seventh leading cause of death in the United States.^[15]
Alzheimer’s Disease