Lexington's Fest-Of-Ales: A Beer Connoisseur's Paradise

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On a chilly Friday evening, beer enthusiasts gathered at the Cheapside Pavilion for Lexington's 7th annual Fest-Of-Ales. The event featured an impressive lineup of 57 breweries, including local favorites Country Boy, Blue Stallion, and Kentucky Ale, offering an array of 160 beers for attendees to sample. With 20 tasting tickets at their disposal, attendees got to experience the rich diversity of craft beers on offer. This year's festival left a lasting impression on the attendees, with standout brews that showcased the creativity and skill of the participating breweries.

Key Takeaways:

  • 57 breweries participated in the festival, featuring 160 beers for attendees to sample.
  • The festival provided 20 tasting tickets to each attendee, allowing for a thorough exploration of the diverse beer offerings.
  • Fallout Dust, a spice beer from Apocalypse Brew Works, was a standout brew with 4.6% ABV and a tantalizing aroma of citrus and pepper.
  • West Sixth's Mezcal Barrel Aged Tripel, with 8% ABV, successfully masked the bitterness of the alcohol with its agave-like sweetness.
  • Southern Tier's Warlock Imperial Double Stout, with 10% ABV, was a monstrous brew that captured the essence of autumn with its mix of chocolate, pumpkin, and spices.
  • Victory Dirtwolf Double IPA, with 8.7% ABV, impressed attendees with its citrusy aroma and sharp citrusy palette.
  • North Coast Brewing's Brother Thelonious, a Belgian Style Abbey Ale with 9.3% ABV, was a favorite among attendees, donating a portion of its sales to the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz.

Statistics:

  • 57 breweries participated in the festival.
  • 160 beers were offered by the participating breweries.
  • 20 tasting tickets were provided to each attendee.
  • Fallout Dust had an ABV of 4.6%.
  • West Sixth's Mezcal Barrel Aged Tripel had an ABV of 8%.
  • Southern Tier's Warlock Imperial Double Stout had an ABV of 10%.
  • Victory Dirtwolf Double IPA had an ABV of 8.7%.
  • North Coast Brewing's Brother Thelonious had an ABV of 9.3%.

Sources:

  • Adam Pennavaria, "Adam Pennavaria Beer Columnist", Kentucky Kernel, no date listed [1]
  • Apocalypse Brew Works, Fallout Dust, no date listed [1]
  • West Sixth Brewing, Mezcal Barrel Aged Tripel, no date listed [1]
  • Southern Tier Brewing Company, Warlock Imperial Double Stout, no date listed [1]
  • Victory Brewing Company, Dirtwolf Double IPA, no date listed [1]
  • North Coast Brewing Company, Brother Thelonious, no date listed [1]