Monster Bus at Loudon

The Monster Bus rocked it at Loudon. Sponsored by Shipyard Brewing Company and Capt'n Eli's Soda. Check out this ultimate tailgate bus at this link.

Maine brews, good times

MAINE BREWS, GOOD TIMES

Alan Pugsley, called the Johnny Appleseed of microbreweries, has left his footprints all along the newly created Maine Beer Trail.

By NANCY ENGLISH, Special to the Maine Sunday Telegram

June 28, 2009

Mainers enjoy a little self-improvement in their pastimes, like spending time at a brew pub. Fortunately, the state's thriving brew pubs and their local beers are worth devoted studies.

It's fun to learn about beer.

Terms like cask-conditioned, Ringwood yeast and specific gravity come up in conversation with brewers quickly enough. The cask-conditioned beers known as real ales are naturally fermented and pumped by hand from the cellar into the glass at the bar.

Read full article HERE.

Shipyard and Summer Music at The Inn on Peaks Island

Enjoy fine handcrafted beer from Shipyard Brewing Company and live music at The Inn on Peaks Island! All summer long there will be live music at the Inn three nights a week.

Mondays
Chris Mayo
Open mic!

Wednesdays
Dave Gagne

Fridays
Live music

And don't miss Dave Gagne's special performance July 3rd!

The Inn on Peaks Island
33 Island Ave., Peaks Island, Maine
Ferry schedule HERE.

Live Music Every Monday at The Inn on Peaks Island

This summer, the Pub at The Inn on Peaks Island is proud to host Monday Mug Club Music with Chris Mayo and Friends from 5-7pm. This is an open mic opportunity for performers to jam with acoustic guitar player, singer/songwriter Chris Mayo.

Come on out to The Inn on Peaks Island and beat those Monday blues with some ½ off appetizers for Mug Club Members, great beer from Shipyard Brewing Company, fun music and friends. Sing along to classic tunes or even bring your harmonica to jam with the performers.

33 Island Ave., Peaks Island, Maine
Ferry schedule HERE.

DRAFT Online: Shipyard Brewing Co's Summer Ale

Shipyard Brewing promotes Maine lobster on summer label
The beach, brew, and lobster: the essential elements of summer in Maine. Each one is incorporated on the whimsical new label of Shipyard Brewing’s Summer Ale. The Portland brewery enlisted the work of local Maine artist Ken Hendricksen to develop the iconic image that they think could come to represent the state and summer. “It depicts Maine at its peak with a genuine Maine ‘lobstah’ sitting on the beach,” Fred Forsley, president and co-owner of Shipyard, said


The brewery hopes the label helps bring greater attention to the struggling industry. “We definitely felt Maine lobstermen needed the exposure and are happy to play our part in promoting Maine lobster through this packaging,” Forsley said.

This endearing tribute to summers in Maine is sure to make you giggle and your mouth start to water.

– Andrea Wilson

Buy Bob Marley Tickets Online for this Weekend's Show

Order tickets online at this link.

Don't miss comedian Bob Marley at The Inn on Peaks Island Sunday, June 28 at 7:00pm. Tickets $20. Call 207-523-5111 to reserve your ticket today.

Taste How Good Being Green Can Be

Read Deborah McDermott's Portsmouth Herald article at this link.

Today, on behalf of Efficiency Maine, John Brautigam presented Fred Forsley with a recognition award for all the green technologies at the Shipyard Brew Pub and Regatta Banquet & Conference Center in Eliot, Maine.

A roof top solar system is the backbone of an energy efficient system that includes features such as: heated sidewalks; interior, exterior, and parking lot lighting; low energy, high efficiency kitchen motors; recaptured heat from refrigeration motors; preheated water; and cooking systems that utilize steam generated by natural gas.

This award recognizes the commitment to energy efficient practices Shipyard Brewing Company has demonstrated. Maine's director of tourism, Pat Eltman, was also on hand to talk about the importance of green businesses to Maine's tourism industry. Click HERE for photos from the event and tour of the facility.

The Shipyard Brew Pub and Regatta Banquet & Conference Center are both located in Eliot Commons on Route 236 in Eliot, Maine. Just 1 hour north of Boston or 1 hour south of Portland. Look for the brew pub on the new Maine Beer Trail.



Photo: John Brautigam (Director Maine Public Utilities Commission Energy Programs Division), Fred Forsley (President, Shipyard Brewing Company), Jennifer Puser (Deputy Director of Research and Legislation, Governors Office of Energy Independence and Security), Pat Eltman (Director, Maine Office of Tourism).

Calling all Blues Fans

Coming August 7th: Don't miss the special Beer, Blues and BBQ - a Toot Blues Viewing and Celebration at the Regatta Banquet and Conference Center in Eliot, Maine. Click HERE for more details.

Toot Blues is a film by Chris Johnstone and Anna Ferrarie. Join us for a special evening of live music, Denny Mike's BBQ, and a screening of this film. Don't miss the private reception. Of course, there will be plenty of Shipyard beer!

Tickets $40 - $100.
Click HERE to purchase tickets.

Click HERE for directions.

Capt'n Eli's Soda at Chicago Dogs

When Chicago Dogs opened its newest location next to The Pier in Old Orchard Beach, Maine the owner wanted something special for their customers -- something that would really make the location stand out. They decided to feature Maine-made Capt'n Eli's Soda as their featured soda brand to give customers a true taste of Maine.

They serve four flavors fresh from the tap: Capt'n Eli's Root Beer, Capt'n Eli Strawberry Pop, Capt'n Eli's Lemon Lime, and Capt'n Eli's Blueberry Pop.

Capt'n Eli's Soda is handcrafted by Shipyard Brewing Company in Portland, Maine. This old fashioned soda is made with pure cane sugar and contains no caffeine. When you travel to Maine this summer, think Old Orchard Beach, Chicago Dogs, and Capt'n Eli's Soda. Check out more photos HERE.

Maine Chef of the Year Chris Gordon Speaks at Scholarship Luncheon

On June 16, 2009 Maine Chef of the Year Christian Gordon gave the keynote address at the Maine Restaurant Association's Fourth Annual Scholarship Luncheon held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Freeport. Watch a video of his remarks at this link. Check out photos at this link.

Gordon is the executive chef at the new Sea Dog Brewing Company in South Portland. Gordon is a Maine native who began his taste for culinary cuisine in the 1980s at Tobie’s Drive-in in his hometown of Saco before attending the culinary arts program at SMCC. Prior to joining Sea Dog, he served as executive chef at The Inn on Peaks Island, as well as executive chef at Federal Jack’s Restaurant and Brew Pub in Kennebunk for ten years. Before coming on board Federal Jack’s he was at The White Barn Inn. This year, the Maine Restaurant Association Education Foundation awarded 7 scholarships to culinary students. Congratulations to all!

In the Swing

On June 13, 2009 the 8th Annual Sea Dog Invitational Golf Tournament benefitting the Opportunity Farm for Boys and Girls was held at Sable Oaks in South Portland, Maine.

Click HERE to check out photos from this picture perfect Maine day.

Len Libby: Shipyard Beer Brittle for Dad

Grand Slam for Dad
Father's Day - Sunday, June 21
Stock dad up with his favorite treats from Len Libby's in Scarborough, Maine: large whole fresh roasted cashews and beer brittle made with beer from Shipyard Brewing Company. Bring dad to Len Libby's on Father's Day for a 2 for 1 ice cream special (ice cream cones, sundaes, and frappes).

While you're there, enter to win a special Grand Slam Prize: Shipyard Brewing Company ice bucket filled with lots of stuff dad loves:
- 4 Sea Dog Tickets
- Shipyard Beer Brittle
- Cashews
- Spanish Peanuts
- Pilsner Mug
- Capt'n Eli's Soda

Len Libby
419 US Route 1
Scarborough, Maine
Click HERE for directions and hours.

Set Sail for Mystic Seaport with Shipyard Brewing Company

Shipyard Brewing Company and Mystic Seaport are teaming up to give away two tickets to the Mystic Seaport and Museum every week! Click HERE to enter to win.

Saturday, June 20: Maine Grains and Grapes Festival

Saturday, June 20 is the Maine Grains and Grapes Festival in Lewiston, Maine. Click HERE for all the details of this great celebration of Maine beer and wine.

In celebration of this festival, Maine's Governor John Baldacci has proclaimed June14-20 as Maine Beer and Wine week. Cheers for Maine beer and wine!

2009 Athletes for Education Golf Tournament

In May, Shipyard Brewing Company was a sponsor of the Athletes for Education Golf Tournament in San Diego, California. Shipyard Califoria sales representative Jeff Gray and brewery owner Fred Forsley were both there in support of the tournament. Cheers! Check out photos HERE.

Southcoast247: Chamberlain Pale Ale

SouthCoast247.com is based in New Bedford and focuses on Arts & Entertainment in the SouthCoast region of Massachusetts. This week, beer columnist Craig P. Dixon writes about Shipyard Brewing Company's Chamblain Pale Ale. Read his write up at this link.

"The Chamberlain Pale Ale is a good beer. It pours smooth. Light carbonation produces little head. The Pale Ale is copper in color and has a citrus, almost lemony aroma. This slightly hopped ale goes down easy...." ~ Craig P. Dixon, SouthCoast247

June 28: Comedian Bob Marley at The Inn on Peaks Island

Don't miss comedian Bob Marley at The Inn on Peaks Island Sunday, June 28 at 7:00pm. Tickets $20. Call 207-523-5111 to reserve your ticket today.

Shipyard Happy Hour at Hamilton's Tavern in San Diego

Click HERE to check out photos from happy hour at Hamilton's Tavern in San Diego, California on Friday, May 22. Shipyard Brewing Company's owner Fred Forsley and California sales representative Jeff Gray joined the Hamilton's crew for a traditional Maine lobster bake and special event featuring 11 Shipyard ales on draft. A true taste of Maine in California!



The Cask:
Firkin: XXXX IPA Cask Conditioned IPA with 9.2% ABV and 70 BU! This is the 1st firkin from the brewery ANYWHERE as well as the 1st Shipyard firkin in CA!!!

The Draughts:
Shipyard Signature Series Barley Wine (cellar-aged 8 mo's!)
Shipyard "Brewers" Special Brown Ale - NEW (RE-brewed just for this event!)
Shipyard Fuggles IPA Traditional English IPA
Shipyard Old Thumper Extra Special Ale (award winning english bitter!)
Shipyard Export Ale (Shipyard's #1 selling beer!)
Shipyard Blue Fin Stout
Shipyard Pugsley Imp Porter (aged 5 mo's!)
Shipyard Summer Ale - NEW
SHIPYARD XXXX IPA - NEW

The Food: FRESH MAINE LOBSTER…STEAMED CLAWS N’ GRILLED TAILS WITH GRILLED CORN, POTATOES, AND HOMEMADE SPICY ITALIAN HOP SAUSAGE!

Maine on the Map: Sea Dog Brewing Company

Click HERE to check out Aaron Jackson's ABC7-TV report about how Sea Dog Brewing Company is helping to put Maine on the Map by growing its business outside of Maine with sales of Sea Dog beer in over 30 states. Master Brewer Alan Pugsley and owner Fred Forsley are both interviewed in this behind the scenes look at Sea Dog Bluepaw being bottled. Cheers to Maine beer!