File photos courtesy Vermont Brewers Association
Vermont Business Magazine The 30th Vermont Brewers Festival is set to welcome over 6,000 attendees at Waterfront Park from July 21st-22nd. Organized by the Vermont Brewers Association (VBA), the festival has been a resounding success since its inception in 1991. With 37 Vermont breweries, 9 out-of-state and Canadian breweries, and over 200 beers to sample, this year's festival promises an unforgettable experience. Tickets are still available, however they are selling quickly.
One exciting addition to this year's festival is the Fermentation Tent. Attendees can participate in a panel discussion titled "Demystifying Microbes," exploring the role of microbes in fermentation projects, overcoming fears, and gaining confidence to delve into the microbial realm. The Fermentation Tent requires an additional charge of $15, which includes 5 extra beer tickets.
Apart from the diverse beer selection, ranging from 3, 6, and 9 oz pours, ticket holders will enjoy live music, engaging in large-scale games, and food from local vendors.
Beer enthusiasts can look forward to tasting unique brews available exclusively at the event. Burlington's Foam Brewers and Vermont Pub and Brewery have collaborated on "Goodbye For Now," an English bitter brewed to honor Greg Noonan, the founder of the Vermont Brewers Festival, with a 3.4 ABV in commemoration of his March 4th birthday. The beer is named after a song by one of his favorite local artists, Aaron Flinn.
Additionally, Lawson's Finest Liquids from Waitsfield, VT will present their Brew Fest Pilot Batch, a one-barrel brewing system creation featuring Champlain Valley hops, allowing their brewers to explore their creativity. Good Measure Brewing in Northfield, VT will showcase their festival-only brew, "Salt & The Sea," a Margarita milkshake IPA infused with citra and Wakatu hops, orange, lemon, lime, vanilla, and milk sugar.
The Vermont Brewers Festival stands apart as the only festival created by and for the brewers themselves. Tickets are currently available at $60 in advance and $65 at the door, subject to availability. For a complete list of participating brewers, beer offerings, retailers, and ticket purchases, please visit www.vtbrewfest.com.
All proceeds from the festival will support the nonprofit organization, Vermont Brewers Association.
Source: 7.17.2023. Burlington, VT - Vermont Brewers Association, Richmond www.vermontbrewers.com
