 Hello Friends, The headlines for the last couple months...ok, years...have been almost too crazy to believe. But in this here email I'm about to unfold, well, there's things just as stupefyin' as you'd find in the real newspaper. And in English, too. So you can go about the rest of your day with a smile on you face, without feelin' like the good Lord gypped you. (extra credit to the six or seven of you who recognized the Big Lebowski quote in the paragraph above).
 THE FULL MOON WILL NOT MAKE YOU CRAZY, BUT IT DID MAKE OUR NEW IPA HAZY. The first full moon of 2022 brought forth a brand new year-round beer from Fulton. Moon Howler is the first Hazy IPA to make it onto our year-round calendar. Yeah, we know, took us long enough...let's just say we've taken our time to make this one really nice. Moon Howler is all hopped up with Citra, Bravo, and Ekuanot, and clocks in at 6.5% ABV. It's in stores near you right now, in 16 oz 4 packs and 12 oz 12 packs. So stop reading this, go to the store, crack one open and channel your inner Remus Lupin.
 KNEEL BEFORE THIS STOUT Hold on to your hammers! We've got a new packaged beer coming in February that's sure to electrify your world. Clocking in at 7.5% ABV and featuring a perfect balance of maple syrup from Minnesota's own Norse Shore (see what we did there?), vanilla, and cacao, this super stout packs a serious wallop. Thunder God is a seriously limited release, with just a few hundred cases brewed for the four-state area, so when the thunder rolls in February, don't take cover--take action and grab a four pack before it's too late.
 NOW, BACK TO OUR REGULARLY SCHEDULED BREWING Hazy IPAs? Stouts with breakfast & dessert stuff in them? Mythological norse gods on beer labels? By now you're probably asking yourself "Who took the wheel over there at Fulton?" Don't worry, we haven't forgotten about the fundamentals. This month's beer featured beer that's just about beer is Chill City Chugger. As we like to say around the brewery, it's beer that tastes like beer. Beer for people who like beer. It needs no further explanation but we've got space to fill so I'll keep going. It's a golden lager. It's 4% ABV. It comes in a can featuring a pulltab on top, so in the event you decide not to shotgun it, you can just pry it open with your finger. I think you're getting the idea. Okay, that’s enough news from me. Howl at ya soon! -Ryan Petz, CEO & Co-Founder
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Hello Friends,
New Year is a moment to reflect on the year that past and make wishes for the year to come. Well, I'm done with all that - if the 2020's have proven anything in its short tenure, it is that you better be ready for a ride. All I know for sure is 2022 will have good people, good times and good beer, and Fulton will be here to help give you all three.
We've got some incredible events in store to wrap up 2021 and tentatively welcome 2022. So, if you're looking for an experience to bring the out of town family to - or to get a break from - I've got you covered.
And here's how!
Our neighbors are hosting an epic hockey game and we are your spot to hang out before the game! Check out what we will have going on!
Michael Russo of The Athletic will be here talking all things hockey during a live recording of his podcast Straight From The Source starting at 1pm. No tickets needed, just come down, grab a beer, and listen to some great ice talk.
New Year’s Eve do ya in? We will have the cure! For one day only get a Fulton Hockey Fight - a bloody mary beer made with Chill City Chugger and house-made mix! We will also have the release of Jaromir Lagr, a hockey prop photo stop fully stocked with hockey mullets, special edition screen printed t-shirts, and some other surprises throughout the day! Fun starts at noon!
Well now we do! Moon Howler is our first ever year-round hazy IPA. It's currently on tap exclusively here at the taproom for you to enjoy. And look for it on shelves after the next full moon in late January!
Hanukkah, Christmas, Festivus...they'll all be over, but really, do you need a calendar-made excuse to get together with your favorites? Well, if you do, here's a good one: A Winter Beer Dinner at Fulton Taproom!
Turn off the stove, put down the leftovers, and come enjoy a cozy, curated 3-course meal made right in our kitchen. Each course will feature a beer pairing made right here in our small batch brewery — beers you can't find in the wild or in a can! Space is extremely limited for this special event! Buy your tickets now and give one as a gift. We cannot wait to see you!
Feeling festive? If not, you will after a pint and a few tunes from local artists Quartette Monette! They will be playing nostalgic Americana as well as holiday classics. It's free! Can't beat that.
You know them and love them. Now find them here every Sunday for trivia! Come for the questions, stay for the beer. Special Trivia events to be announced soon.
STILL GOING ON! Last minute Secret Santa exchange? Cousin showed up from out of town? Just don't know what to get Aunt Maisel? We've got a great, albeit not terribly unique, deal for you! Every $50 of gift cards purchased, get a $10 Bonus*!
*the necessary fine print : $10 bonus to be redeemed for $10 off Taproom a single purchase between 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2022. No change given, not redeemable for cash. Cannot be used towards special events or on Fulton products outside of the taproom.
We cannot wait to see you!
JDS
How is it possible that we're already halfway between Thanksgiving and Christmas? Don't know how it happened so fast, but somehow tomorrow's already the 10th. I’ve got a lot of fun stuff to share, and you've undoubtedly got lots to do this month, so let’s get through some critical beer news and get you on your way!
THE MOON IS FULL. THE SKY IS CLEAR. THE BEER...IS NOT? SOMETHING HAZY IS ON THE WAY
The first full moon of 2022 will bring a brand new year-round beer from Fulton. Moon Howler is the first ever Hazy IPA to make it onto our year-round calendar. Yah, we know, took us long enough...let's just say we've taken our time to make this one really nice. Moon Howler is all hopped up with Citra, Bravo, and Eukanot, and clocks in at 6.5% ABV. Moon Howler will start hitting shelves in late January, though you might find it in our taproom even sooner...by the next full moon, in fact.
MAKE ONE LESS DECISION THIS YEAR.
The holidays are a time of important decisions: What gifts to get my loved ones? Which ugly sweater to show up in? What should I watch first, Home Alone or Elf?
We can't help you with all of the important decisions you need to make, but we have to admit we're pretty darn competent at filling a fridge. When it comes to choosing beverages to bring to your holiday gatherings, we’re helping you take the decision out of it with the Fulton Beer & Seltzer Mixed Pack. With Lonely Blonde, 300 IPA, Blood Orange hard seltzer and Citrus Ginger hard seltzer conveniently crammed into one 12-pack, there's something for everyone in there. Not only convenient, this is also (to our admittedly limited knowledge) the first time beer and seltzer have been wrapped into the same package....so, when you show up at the Christmas party with Beer & Seltzer Mixed Pack under your arm, your friends, family, and fellow partygoers will surely recognize you as a thought leader and person of refined taste. Which is nice.
Pick one up at your nearest retailer today.
Inching toward a new year means we’re also getting closer to another Fulton Gran Fondo. After skipping a year in 2020 (y'know, for 2020 reasons) and holding the 2021 version in September, we're happy to announce that the 2022 Gran Fondo will be returning to our traditional early May date; specifically Saturday, May 7, 2022. Registration for the 2022 Fulton Gran Fondo and Medio Fondo opens on New Year’s Day, so if you're the "I like to have my whole year planned out on January 1st" type or the "I'm finally gonna get in shape and ride my bike 100 miles this year" type or just the "I like to save some coin" type, head over to fultongranfondo.com between January 1st and 11:59pm on Jan. 7 to sign up.
Holidazzle is back at Loring Park this year and we’re excited to share that we’ll once again be bringing (part of) the fun. On December 17, 18 and 19, we’ll have two Fulton tents providing refreshment and merriment with Fulton beer and seltzer, non-alcoholic cider, and water. Hope to see you there!
Okay, that’s enough from me. Happy holidays to you and yours from all of us at Fulton!
-Ryan Petz, CEO & Co-Founder
Hello Friends,
Me again, how are ya?!
Merry, Happy, Holly, Jolly!! Warm wishes to you and yours. We've got the taproom halls decked and a heavy dose of hygge on the patio, all the perfect atmosphere for enjoying a holiday pint; and of course, we've got those too! However you choose to celebrate the season, I hope you can take a moment to spend with us.
And here's how!
We've got a great, albeit not terribly unique, deal for you! Every $50 of gift cards purchased, get a $10 Bonus*!! We know, we know, everyone's got a gift card promotion this holiday season, but, "ya don't mess with traditions!" Besides, isn't it nice to be rewarded for buying gifts? Even if those gifts are just for yourself?
*the necessary fine print : $10 bonus to be redeemed for $10 off Taproom a single purchase between 1/1/2022 - 12/31/2022. No change given, not redeemable for cash. Cannot be used towards special events or on Fulton products outside of the taproom.
Has the unseasonably warm weather thrown off your internal clock and you suddenly find yourself scrambling for that perfect gift? Never fear, we've got a mid-month event to help. Join us for Presents & Pints! We will be featuring an indoor bazaar of local vendors to buy all your last minute presents, with a beer in hand! You can't do that at the mall!
And what's harder than shopping for the gifts? Wrapping them. We've got you covered there too as Infinite Ingredient, local non-profit will be on hand wrapping any and all gifts. Seriously, bring the gifts you've got tucked away in a closet that are not wrapped! They will be collecting donations and making your holidays a little easier.
A pause to talk about the reason all the fun events are even planned - The beer.
STRANGE POWERS | 6.4% ABV - The science and magic of a centrifuge - dry hopped with Citra, Ekuanot, and Bravo hops - West Coast IPA
COMING SOON - T.B.D | Belgian Dubbel
TAPPING JANUARY 1st - Jaromir Lagr | Dark Czech Lager
We are getting ready to bring in some great new merchandise in 2022, but we have over 10 years of sweet merch to sell to make room. We've found some Fulton vintage and are putting on a Garage Sale the weekend of 12/10 - 12/12. Posters, t-shirts, hats and more for the Fulton fan in your life - and again, that person might be you, and we are great secret keepers!
As always, thanks for reading and being a part of our community. Whether you come in everyday or have only been here once - you're what makes our job great, mostly because you make our great job possible. Thank you for your continued love and support. We will see you soon, except on the following dates and times :
Holiday Hours
Sunday December 19th - noon to 4pm (early close for company party)
Friday December 24th (Christmas Eve) - 3pm to 8pm
Saturday December 25th (Christmas Day) - closed
Friday December 31st (New Years Eve) - 3pm to 8pm
Saturday January 1 (New Years Day) - noon to 11pm
JDS
Hello Friends,
I'll be the first to admit it: if I didn't have to read another email all month (or ever again, really) I wouldn't. Then again... you've already made it this far, and a beer email is more interesting to read than yet another auto-reminder to complete last month's expense report. So -- here's to 90 more seconds of procrastination!
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS, IN THE SAME BOX
Hot (error...cold!) off the canning line is our newest 12 pack: the Fulton Beer and Seltzer Mix Pack. As the name suggests, this pack combines our two most awarded beers--Lonely Blonde and 300 IPA--with our most popular seltzers, Blood Orange and Citrus Ginger. There's something for everyone in this 12 pack, so we've literally stamped a guarantee right on the box* to satisfy all thirsts at all occasions: that family Thanksgiving dinner with all manners of horrible political discussion; the awkward work holiday party that's not mandatory but you can't really skip it either; your weekend at home alone where you just can't make up your mind on what to sip on. Don't worry, we've got just what you want in the box.
*not really guaranteed, of course, that's a Ray Zalinski move and we're not like him.
IT'S SNOW EMERGENCY SEASON
It’s looking like our first snowfall of the season is due by this weekend. You may or may not agree that snowfall is good news, but the unanimously agreed upon good news is that our newest winter seasonal, Snow Emergency Stout, is available on store shelves and on tap right now. Notes of dark chocolate on the nose and tongue combine with the healthy addition of Bravo hops for a full-flavored, full-bodied stout, with no need for any of the schmancy extra stuff. Grab some to enjoy while you watch the flurries come down.
While we’re talking about Snow Emergency Stout, we’d be remiss to not provide a friendly reminder that wintry weather means the start of actual snow emergencies in Minnesota. We'd like to encourage all our neighbors here in Minneapolis and St. Paul to sign up for email or text alerts from your city. Tell your neighbors too!
MINNEAPOLIS RESIDENTS - CLICK HERE
ST. PAUL RESIDENTS - CLICK HERE
TWO FOR THE TAPROOM
Retail shelves aren’t the only places to find new Fulton beers! We are featuring two new exclusives at the taproom this month. Johnny One Time is a single malt, single hop pale ale made with Proximity malt and Galaxy hops. Plumdawg Trillionaire is a tart, unfiltered Berliner Weisse. Stop in and try one (or both), then tell us what you think on Facebook or Instagram. Stop in soon,, as both are very limited and when they're gone, they're gone.
Head to the taproom to try them out
That's enough beer news for now. Enjoy your turkey, stuffing, and Tryptophan naps. Cheers!
-Ryan Petz, CEO & Co-Founder
It’s Thanksgiving. You’ve been sent on a mission to buy beer and seltzer for the feast. You want to get a little of everything, but you only have two hands and your pocketbook is a little thinner these days. Your eyes become exhausted from all of the choices and you get that feeling of, am I cool enough to grab the right beer and seltzer? With beer choices like pumpkin with lactose on nitro? Performance beers? Candy beers? Kids cereal beers? You feel like you might be at the wrong store. The seltzer section is equally overwhelming. The colors feel like someone tripped with a cornucopia of fake fruit for the table's centerpiece.
Well, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times”. Until now… No ruby slippers to click, just pick it up and go. Our NEW Fulton Beer and Seltzer Mixed Pack. Yep, there is an and in that sentence. This half beer, half seltzer 12 pack of cans is stocked with your Fulton party favorites. On the beer side, our flagship Lonely Blonde ale and our award winning 300 IPA. For the seltzer side, Citrus Ginger and our bestselling Blood Orange. Look for it in your favorite liquor store now! No more clean up in aisle three because you tried to carry too much to the register.
- Corey Shovein, National Sales Director
Hello Friends,
Happy to meet ya!
I took over the reins here at Fulton Taproom in July and then suddenly it was November! I am so happy to be here and am ready to continue to manage all the generals here at 414! I'll be sending out this monthly newsletter to keep you informed on all the things going on at (one of) your favorite Minneapolis Taprooms. Got a question, comment or concern? My e-door is always open! Drop me a line @ jill.d@fultonbeer.com - I can't wait to talk with you!
Now, on to the goods...
We are so happy to welcome live music back to the Taproom! Check out the line up we've got for this month - and every show is free! (but, ya know, buy a beer or two...)
We obviously don't brew all the Fulton beers you see throughout the area here at 414 - but this small batch brewery is the perfect playground for our brewers to test new things. Here's what we've got on tap now, get 'em while we got 'em:
MPLS MILD | 4.0% ABV - A throwback brew - perfect for fall, toasty, roasty yet so light and refreshing. English style dark mild ale.
PLUMDAWG TRILLIONAIRE | 5.5% ABV - Something a little sweet and tart for the colder days. Berliner Weisse brewed with plum puree
JOHNNY ONE TIME | 5.2% ABV - Gonna brew it once and brew it well - this world Galaxy hopped SMaSH Pale Ale. Proximity malt and Galaxy hop meet in this clean, bitter brew.
Thank you everyone who came out to celebrate all of our 2021 Fulton Patio Pooches! We had a record setting number of ballots cast (probably due to this being the first election...) and the winner by the slimmest of margins was : Mr. Theodore!
His furry mug will adorn our Taproom wall as a great representative of the amazing pups that come to our patio. Think your pooch has what it takes to take the crown in 2022? Snap a photo and tag @fultonbeer and #FPPOTW for your chance for free beer and eternal pooch fame.
JDS
If you didn’t make it to our Oktoberfest celebration this past weekend, or did make it but didn’t get your fill, never fear: we’re doing it again this coming weekend!
Beer, music, food, steins, dancing, MN Krampus and more, once again joined together in raucous harmony on Friday Oct. 1 & Sat Oct. 2nd at our NE brewing location!
WHAT: Oktoberfest 2nd Weekend
WHEN: This Friday & Saturday - October 1st & 2nd
WHERE: Fulton NE Headquarters (Not the taproom) — 2540 2nd Street NE Mpls, MN 55418
Paulaner Oktoberfest Märzen
Paulaner Oktoberfest Bier
Paulaner Hefeweizen
Hacker Pschorr Oktoberfest
Hacker Pschorr Munich Dark
Blood Orange Hard Seltzer 12oz & Lemonade Hard Seltzer 12oz
Cans - Lonely Blonde 16oz, Sweet Child of Vine 16oz, 300 16oz, Red & White Wine 12oz can
Que Tal Streets / Hibachi Drama / KCM Eggrolls / Habenero Tacos / Muddy Tiger / Gerhards Bratwerks / Chicks on Wheels / Over the Coals / El Travieso Taqueria
Friday October 1st
Bill Koncar Band - 6pm - 10pm
Also features performances by the SG Edelweiss-St.Paul Bavarian dancers
Festival runs from 4:00-10:00 PM
Saturday October 2nd
Joey Johnson Band - 6pm-10pm
Festival runs from 4:00-10:00 PM
MN Krampus will be there all weekend!
See you there!
OK, we just straight-up Frankensteined that name together, but how else are we to summarize the enormity of such epic goings-ons as we have aligning at our NE headquarters this coming weekend? If you’ve been living under the proverbial rock, here’s details on the TWO BIG EVENTS that will be making Fulton Brewery the epicenter of the universe in the coming days:
Friday / Saturday September 24th & 25th and October 1st & 2nd
Food / Music / Beer / Oktoberfest revelry. Including:
Paulaner Oktoberfest Märzen
Paulaner Oktoberfest Bier
Paulaner Hefeweizen
Hacker Pschorr Oktoberfest
Hacker Pschorr Munich Dark
Blood Orange Hard Seltzer 12oz & Lemonade Hard Seltzer 12oz
Cans - Lonely Blonde 16oz, Sweet Child of Vine 16oz, 300 16oz, Red & White Wine 12oz can
The Obstler cocktail: Dampfwerk Apple Brandy, mixed with pear liqueur, and Fulton Lemonade Hard Seltzer
The Dampfwerk Negroni: Dampfwerk Apple Brandy mixed with sweet vermouth, herbal liqueur, Fulton Chill City Chugger, and a dash of bitters.
Other cocktails include
Vodka/Red Bull and Blueberry Lemonade (Fulton Lemonade Hard Seltzer & Red Bull Blueberry)
Que Tal Streets / Hibachi Drama / KCM Eggrolls / Habenero Tacos / Muddy Tiger / Gerhards Bratwerks / Chicks on Wheels / Over the Coals / El Travieso Taqueria
Friday, September 24
Bill Koncar Band - 6pm - 10pm
Also features performances by the SG Edelweiss-St.Paul Bavarian dancers
Festival runs from 4:00-10:00 PM
Saturday September 25
Monica LaPlante - 2pm - 4pm
Winzige Hosen plays at 6pm
Festival runs from 1:00-10:00 PM
Friday October 1st
Bill Koncar Band - 6pm - 10pm
Also features performances by the SG Edelweiss-St.Paul Bavarian dancers
Festival runs from 4:00-10:00 PM
Saturday October 2nd
Joey Johnson Band - 6pm-10pm
Festival runs from 4:00-10:00 PM
MN Krampus will be there all weekend!
See you there!
Saturday September 25th - Rides start at 9am, ARTCRANK and Party 1:00-7:00 PM
Fulton Production Brewery (Northeast)
2540 2nd Street NE Minneapolis, MN 55418
2 Ride Routes - More Info
Food / Music / Beer afterwards, plus ArtCrank on the premises!
Well, we couldn’t resist—we’ve added a second weekend to our Oktoberfest celebration, and as a bonus, that additional weekend is actually in October as well!
That’s right, on Friday October 1st – Saturday October 2nd we’ll be firing things up at our NE headquarters for another round, right on the heels of the previous weekend’s action. So get plenty of rest and fortify yourself in-between, because the only thing better than an Oktoberfest bash is two Oktoberfest bashes!
Stay tuned for Food Truck announcement!
Quiet, that’s what! No to mention a bit dull. Well fear not, because we have your ears and feet covered.
Music deets:
Friday, September 24
Bill Koncar Band - 6pm
Also features performances by the SG Edelweiss-St.Paul Bavarian dancers
Festival runs from 4:00-10:00 PM
Saturday September 25
Monica LaPlante - 2PM
Winzige Hosen plays at 6pm
Festival runs from 1:00-10:00 PM
Friday October 1st
Bill Koncar Band - 5pm - 7pm and 8pm - 10pm
Also features performances by the SG Edelweiss-St.Paul Bavarian dancers
Festival runs from 4:00-10:00 PM
Saturday October 2nd
Joey Johnson Band - 5pm - 7pm and 8pm - 10pm
Festival runs from 4:00-10:00 PM
MN Krampus will be there all weekend!
See you there!
