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Wisconsin Dells On Tap

Once a year, Wisconsin Dells takes a moment and honors Wisconsin's proud brewing heritage. On Saturday, October 18, 2008 from Noon - 5:00 p.m., we invite you to join us and over 25+ of your favorite Wisconsin microbreweries. Sample a full spectrum of beer and speak to the brewmasters themselves. Stop by the Carr Valley Cheese or Mt. Horeb Mustard Museum displays and learn about the art of pairing food with beer.*

Day of event tickets will be available Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. for $25. Price will include tasting glass - no outside glassware is allowed in the tent. Attendees must be at least 21 years of age to enter Wisconsin Dells On Tap.

As you enjoy some of the best microbrews in Wisconsin, we remind you that the tent areas are non-smoking. Fire safety regulations prohibit it. Wisconsin Dells On Tap supports a no drinking and driving policy.

*Samples available in limited quantities. Items also available for purchase.

	Hopalicious: Eleven separate additions of cascade hops give this American pale ale its lush citrus aroma and bold hop flavor without crazy bitterness. Contorter Porter: This medium-bodied ale is dark in color and deceiving on the palate. The glassy smooth finish of this beer is the first hint that dark in color doesn't always mean heavy in the stomach. Our third beer will be a seasonal suprise guest star! www.aleasylum.com Ale Asylum Madison, WI Winners of the 2007 Wisconsin Dells On Tap Media's Choice for their "Happy Ending" Belgian Abbey. Ale Asylum beers are produced in Madison, bottled in Madison and fermented in sanity.
	Angry Minnow Brewing Hayward, WI The only thing that receives more compliments than its beautifully restored landmark building is, of course, Angry Minnow craft beers.
	Zen Green Tea IPA: An English-style India pale ale brewed with select hops and natural green teas. Wild Blueberry Ale: A light and crisp amber ale brewed with wild blueberries (high-antioxidant) from Maine. Honey Herbal Ale: A refreshing honey ale with uplifting herbal infusions (an invigorating blend of Wisconsin Ginseng, organic Gingko Biloba and powerful Guarana). Dark German-Style Altbier: A smooth, well-balanced ale brewed with malt sweetness, distinctive German hops aroma and taste, and subtle roasted finish. www.blucreek.com BluCreek Brewing Madison, WI BluCreek Brewing specializes in producing unique, handcrafted beer that stands out in the market.
	Wisconsin Amber: Loosely based on Vienna style, Wisconsin Amber is a rich, malty lager balanced out with mild hop bittering and enticing hop flavor. Island Wheat: Classified as an American wheat ale style brew, this beer captures all of the classical style elements, while adding its own twist to the mix. Enjoy Island Wheat and notice that it has a hazy, golden hue and a dense, rocky head. U.S. Pale Ale: An American pale ale defined by the assertive, but not overwhelming, use of American Cascade hops. Medium-bodied, refreshing and clean with an easy, dry and memorable finish. Oktoberfest: This traditional Märzen beer shows off a gorgeous, fiery amber color. The flavor emphasizes a rich, almost "toasted" flavor from the malt. www.capital-brewery.com Capital Brewery Madison, WI Capital Brewery was founded on March 14, 1984 and produced its first brew in the spring of 1986.
	Central Waters Brewing Company Amherst, WI Central Waters Brewing Company continues to build on the solid reputation of producing the finest quality beers in Central Wisconsin.
	La Crosse Lager™: La Crosse Lager is brewed in a traditional way, using pure artesian water from an aquifer beneath the brewery. William Penn Colonial Lager™: A medium-bodied lager, incorporating two-row barley, caramel and Ashburne Mild malts and Mt. Hood hops. Horny Goat Belgium Wit™: A Belgium style unfiltered wheat with malted barley, orange peel and coriander and lightly hopped. Bar Harbor Blueberry Ale: A World Beer Champion gold-medal winner, this mildly-hopped ale is made with Maine blueberries, yielding a subtle blueberry aroma and smooth body. Bar Harbor Island Ginger: A medium-bodied ale made with fresh ginger root. Black Dog Ale: An English-style amber ale with distinct hoppiness and clean malt flavors. Crystal Weiss: This "crystal" clear, cold-filtered wheat beer is mildly hopped with Saaz and German Hallertau hops, resulting in a refreshing and drinkable beer that can be enjoyed during any season. www.citybrewery.com City Brewery/Rex Beverage Holdings La Crosse, WI City Brewery is a 154-year-old brewing icon in Wisconsin, producing their own line of craft beers.
	Milk Stout Oktoberfest Weiss Corner Pub Brewery Reedsburg, WI The Corner Pub Brewery was established in 1996. The brew house moved to its current location, and was also renamed, in 2002.
	Esser's Best Original: A medium-bodied, old world German style lager brewed with a variety of special caramel malts producing a deep amber color with a full flavor and exceptional finish. Cross Plains Special: A refreshing, golden, medium-bodied pilsner with a pleasant malt flavor, lightly hopped for good balance. www.essersbest.com Cross Plains Brewery Cross Plains, WI First established in 1863 and revived in 1995, Esser’s Best is still brewed from the original family recipe.
	Fauerbach Amber Lager: This Vienna-style lager has a soft maltiness and rich aroma. It is an excellent beer to match and marry with flavors from a wide variety of foods. Fauerbach Export: This German “Export” style lager recipe is taken from old family beer records of the 1890s. Fauerbach Export was first brewed with extra malt and hops for a long train journeys. Fauerbach CB (Challenge Brew): This dark American-style lager beer is delicious, nutty tasting and full-bodied with perfect proportions of malt and hops. www.fauerbachbrewery.com Fauerbach Brewing Company Madison, WI The Fauerbach family brewed on the shores of Lake Monona beginning 159 years ago.
	Knot Stock: A pale ale infused with fresh cracked black pepper with bitterness and bite to satisfy hop-heads and thrill-seekers alike. Oscura: A warm-fermented, cold-lagered cerveza oscura made with whole, locally-roasted coffee beans. Three Feet Deep: Return to County Cork and the warmth of the Irish hearth with this stout, made with just a wee hint of peated malt. Fallen Apple: An apple cider/cream ale blend, Fallen Apple is brewed with the harvest season in mind. www.furthermorebeer.com Furthermore Beer Spring Green, WI Furthermore Beer, brewed in Black River Falls at the Sand Creek Brewery, puts their products into the hands of the beerly beloved.
	Honker's Ale: A spicy hop aroma combined with a rich malts create a perfectly balanced English pub style ale that is immensely drinkable. Gold medal winner at both the Great American Beer Festival and the World Beer Championships. Indian Pale Ale: This classic ale is a hop lover's dream. Its fruity aroma, set off by a dry malt middle, ensures that the long hop finish is a memorable one. 312 Urban Wheat Ale: This ale is unfiltered, thus giving it a cloudy hazy appearance with none of its life and soul stripped away. The spicy aroma of the Cascade hops and blending barley with torrified wheat makes this a beer loaded with character. Matilda: This Belgian double abbey style ale opens with a fruity and honeyed nose, rounded out by rich maltiness and hop aroma. Brewed with rare yeast and Sazz Hops, Matilda has garnered a silver medal at the 2006 World Beer Cup & a gold medal at the 2005 Great American Beer Festival. www.gooseisland.com Goose Island Beer Company Wisconsin Distributors John Hall founded the Goose Island Beer Company in 1988. Today, they brew an innovative selection of over 50 craft beers.
	Gray's Oatmeal Stout: Rich in color with a strong roasted flavor and creamy texture, Gray's Oatmeal Stout is a true dark beer lover's dream. Gray's Rathskeller Amber Ale: A uniquely distinctive ale brewed with a special blend of malted barley and floral hops, Gray's Rathskeller Amber Ale has a golden color and robust, full-bodied flavor. Gray's Irish Style Ale: Gray's Irish Style Ale is a special blend of four types of malted barley and three varieties of hops, resulting in a sweet malty flavor, refreshing light scent and rich red color. Gray's Rock Hard Red: Rock Hard Red is Gray's most unique malt beverage and a wonderful "malternative" for those looking for something light and refreshing without any bitter aftertaste. www.graybrewing.com Gray's Brewing Company Janesville, Wisconsin Gray's beers have won gold medals at the Great American Beer Festival, but their focus is till on building a strong Wisconsin base for Gray's products.
	German Pilsner Crop Circle Wheat Imperial IPA Stone of Scone Scotch Ale www.greatdanepub.com The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. Madison, Wisconsin Tucked into the heart of downtown Madison, The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company offers a wide selection of ales and lagers, with a seasonal specialty brew always on tap to please the palates of beer enthusiasts.
	Heartland Weiss: A traditional German style Weiss bier with notes of citrus and clove. Badger Red Ale: A medium-bodied Irish red ale with a moderate hop bitterness and aroma with notes of honey and caramel. Frozen Tundra: An American amber ale made with Cascade hops that provides a citrus flavor and aroma. Black Diamond Porter: A robust porter with English Fuggle hop aroma and notes of chocolate and coffee. www.jtwhitneys.com J.T. Whitney’s Pub & Brewery Madison, WI At J.T. Whitney's, a set menu of brews are offered year-round, along with a large selection of seasonal specials.
	Lakefront Bridge Burner Strong Ale Lakefront I.P.A. (Indian Pale Ale) Lakefront Pumpkin Lager Lakefront Oktoberfest Lakefront Riverwest Stein New Grist Gluten-Free Beer www.lakefrontbrewery.com Lakefront Brewery Milwaukee, WI Lakefront Brewery is a locally owned microbrewery that began in 1987 selling exclusively to taverns within barrel-rolling distance of the brewery.
	Honey Weiss: Brewed using wheat, cluster hops and just a hint of real Wisconsin honey. A slightly sweet, drinkable flavor that's refreshing and clean. Berry Weiss: Brewed with real Wisconsin loganberries, elderberries and blackberries for a unique flavor, color and aroma. Sunset Wheat: Brewed with wheat and pale malts, cluster hops and natural coriander, Sunset Wheat has a refreshing taste. Creamy Dark: Brewed with a rich blend of seven malts, including Munich and chocolate, along with Cascade and Mt. Hood hops, producing a nutty, crisp flavor that's rich, creamy and drinkable. Red Lager: Brewed with roasted caramel malts along with Cluster and Mt. Hood hops. Oktoberfest: Available August through October each year, this traditional Märzen-style bier helps celebrate in true German fashion. A well balanced, smooth, festive lager brewed with Hallertan, Tettnang, Perle and Cluster hops. www.leinie.com Leinenkugel’s - C & H Inc. Lake Delton, WI Leinenkugel’s brews seven year-round and three seasonal brews. Its products are distributed in over 27 states, primarily in the Upper Midwest.
	Longnecks Brew Pub and Restaurant Big Bend, WI Longneck's Brew Pub and Restaurant offers well crafted beers brewed in ten-barrel batches.
	Milwaukee Brewing Co. Milwaukee, WI Founded by local homebrewers on October 17, 1997, it’s located in a brick and timber warehouse in the historic downtown 3rd Ward.
	Lazy Mutt Farmhouse Ale Swiss Style Amber www.minhasbrewery.com Minhas Craft Brewery Monroe, WI Formerly the Joseph Huber Brewing Company, the Minhas Craft Brewery has been in operation since 1845. It is the oldest brewery in the Midwest.
	Dells Chief Amber Ale: Caramel and aromatic Munich malts give this medium-bodied ale a smooth drinkability and sweet, malty finish. Dells Pilsner: A traditional example of the world’s most popular beer style, the medium-bodied lager is brewed with domestic pilsner malt and Hallertauer hops for a crisp, hoppy flavor. Honey Ale: A bright golden ale, brewed with pure Wisconsin honey, that is thirst quenching and easy on the taste buds. Oaktoberfest: A medium-bodied amber lager with subtle yet complex flavors derived from four base malts and balanced with Hallertauer hops. The extreme smoothness of this beer is contributed to a careful and slow fermentation on German lager yeast. www.dellsmoosejaw.com Moosejaw Pizza & Dells Brewing Co. Wisconsin Dells, WI With their 15-barrel "copper-clad" brew house, Moosejaw Pizza and Dells Brewing Co. serves ten unique handcrafted microbrews.
	Spotted Cow: A farmhouse ale brewed with flaked barley and Wisconsin malt. Naturally cloudy, this beer has a nice fruity body and is very satisfying. Fat Squirrel: 100% Wisconsin malt of six different varieties impart a natural toasted color and clear hazelnut tones to this bottle-conditioned, unfiltered ale. Organic Revolution: Since 1516, brewers have led the purity revolution. Today Brewmaster Dan Carey pushes the purity envelope with Organic Revolution. Staghorn Oktoberfest: 100% natural and brewed with great Midwest barleys, the world's most expensive hops, fresh yeast from Germany, and clear Wisconsin water. Staghorn Octoberfest is "Wisconsin's Real Red." Belgian Red: This beer is brewed with whole Montmorency cherries, Wisconsin farmed wheat and Belgain roasted barleys, lagered in oak tanks and balanced by Hallertau hops. Over a pound of Door County cherries in every bottle make this beer uniquely "Wisconsin". This beer is ruby red, with a medium body that is highly carbonated and intense with cherry flavor and bouquet. www.newglarusbrewing.com New Glarus Brewery New Glarus, WI The New Glarus Brewery philosophy is based on individuality, cooperation and the employment of 100% natural ingredients.
	Lilja's Heifer Weizen: Lilja's Heifer Weizen is an unfiltered Wisconsin farmhouse wheat beer brewed with malted wheat and barley and hopped with Saaz hops from Bohemia. Lilja's Pulling Boat Pale Ale: Lilja's Pulling Boat Pale Ale is hand-crafted using a variety of choice American two-row malted barley and fresh Cascade hops. Pangaea Beer Company Wisconsin Rapids, WI The Pangaea Beer Company is crafted at Sand Creek Brewery in Black River Falls.
	Downtown Brown: An all-malt American brown ale with just enough hop presence to keep it from becoming too sweet. That's What I'm Talkin' 'Bout Organic Rolled Oat Stout: This stout is chock full of organic rolled oats, chocolate malt and black malt for a black body and a mocha brown head. Lucky Logger Lager: A light amber-colored Wisconsin lager made with pure barley malt and slowly conditioned in the lagering cellar until it reaches maturity. www.pearlstreetbrewery.com Pearl Street Brewery La Crosse, WI Pearl Street Brewery brings the award-winning beers that have made them the most popular craft brewery on Wisconsin's west coast.
	O'so Brewing Company Plover, WI O'so Brewing celebrates handcrafted brewing methods on a small scale. It's O'so good!
	The Unforgiven Amber Ale: Deep amber in color, it's slightly cloudy and remarkably smooth. This brew is "dry-hopped" in conditioning tanks to steep and add a subtle fruity nose. Bubblejack India Pale Ale: This ale is a hop explosion. Light in color, heavily hopped in the kettle and conditioned with several unique hop varieties, creating a beautiful floral/citrus nose balanced by a smooth and full finish. Small Axe Golden Ale: Rush River's version of the classic Hefeweizen style with a Midwest twist. Brewed with white wheat from Wisconsin, this blonde ale is lively and fresh, appealing to those favor a lighter beer. This wheat ale is purposefully cloudy in the glass and mild on the palate. www.rushriverbeer.com Rush River Brewing River Falls, WI The brewery boasts a 20-barrel brewhouse, and enough fermenters to produce approximately 5,000 barrels per year.
	Cranberry Special Ale: Sand Creek's traditional fall seasonal ale brewed with local Wisconsin grown cranberries. A balanced brew that goes great with friends, family and good food. Hard Lemonade: This offering is brewed like a beer, then imparted with natural lemonade flavorings and real fruit juice. Badger Porter: A beautiful brown porter with subtle hints of dark chocolate delicately hopped. English Special Ale: Awarded Best English Ale/ESB in the Midwest by the United States Beer Tasting Championship. www.sandcreekbrewing.com Sand Creek Brewing Company Black River Falls, WI Located in beautiful West Central Wisconsin, the Sand Creek Brewery is Wisconsin’s fastest growing brewery.
	Door County Cherry Wheat: A crisp, medium-bodied beer, made with wheat, barley and juice from fresh Door County cherries, creating a unique fruity beer. www.shipwreckedmicrobrew.com Shipwrecked Brewery Egg Harbor, WI Shipwrecked Brewery is creating quite a reputation for it's great times, fabulous food, and ice-cold, thirst-quenching mugs of handcrafted ales.
	Point Horizon Wheat: Gold medal winner of the 2008 World Beer Championships, Point Horizon Wheat is an alluring combination of spring wheat, specialty malts, Yakima hops and American ale yeast. Point Cascade Pale Ale: This American Pale Ale with a signature fragrant hop bouquet and soft malt palate is crafted using generous quantities of Yakima Valley Cascade hops and the finest crystal, two row pale and Munich malts. Point Oktoberfest: This authentic Marzen style lager beer is brewed using Hallertau hops and sweet Vienna roasted malts, resulting in a full-flavored, finely balanced beer. www.pointbeer.com Stevens Point Brewery Stevens Point, WI Back in the 1800's, when lumberjacks were first chopping inroads through the rugged woodlands of Wisconsin, two partners were malting and grinding grain to produce one of the very first American lager beers - Point Special Lager.
	Pumpkin Spice Ale: Stone Cellar's most popular specialty brew, this amber ale is made with real pumpkin, cinnamon, cloves and allspice. Vanishing Vanilla Stout: An English-style oatmeal stout made with vanilla beans and pure vanilla extract. Pie-Eyed India Pale Ale: The brewmasters favorite, this IPA is aggressively hopped with a nice malt balance. Brewmasters Secret: To be determined. www.stonecellarbrewpub.com/ Stone Cellar Brewpub Appleton, WI Winners of the 2007 Wisconsin Dells On Tap People's Choice for their Vanilla Stout. Housed in a brewery that was built 149 years ago, this is Wisconsin's oldest continually brewing brewpub.
	Derailed Ale: A classic American ale brewed with Columbus, Glacier and Cascade hops. Burntwood Black: This roasted, malty black ale is brewed with seven varieties of barley for a complex and robust flavor. Little Warrior West Coast Amber: A rich, malty amber ale packed with Warrior hops to impart it with a West Coast twist. www.thirstypaganbrewing.com Thirsty Pagan Brewing Superior, WI Established in 2006, Thirsty Pagan Brewing creates five year-round and four seasonal brews, including one served from their English-style hand pump.
	Tyranena Brewing Company Lake Mills, WI Established in 1999, Tyranena Brewing Company is located in a modern brewing facility in Lake Mills. It produces six year-round beers and seasonal specialities.