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Chase Tralka (Guest Author)
Chase has Russ and Garrett to thank for his somewhat excessive affinity for craft beer, having spent many a night spent at Zeno's Pub in State College. Through his adventures into the beer world, he's had the opportunity to visit some great bars and breweries, meet some great people, and of course, have a good number of tasty brews. Always on the lookout for a beer with an even higher IBU count, Chase proudly labels himself as a hop head.
Here are my most recent posts
Cantillon Zwanze 2012 – Rhubarb Lambic
December 5th, 2012 | 2 Comments | Written by Bob Pack, Chase Tralka (Guest Author), Greg Bruce, Kenton Martin, Paige Deckert and Russ Beck

Now that we’ve covered Churchkey’s iteration of Cantillon’s Zwanze Day only one question remains: How was the beer? Typically when we review a beer it covers the thoughts of one person. Tonight you’re getting a review encompassing the thoughts of all who attended! Cantillon’s Zwanze is a special beer brewed once a year and typically is different each year. This year’s, however, is a recreation of the 2008 variation: a lambic brewed with rhubarb. Why … Read entire article »
Cantillon Zwanze Day 2012 at Churchkey – Washington, DC
December 3rd, 2012 | 5 Comments | Written by Bob Pack, Chase Tralka (Guest Author), Greg Bruce, Kenton Martin, Paige Deckert and Russ Beck

Since adding Kenton to our regular cast of characters, we have been looking for a reason to get a bunch of us together for in-person introductions and a chance to share some celebratory beers. Figuring the weekend that held Cantillon’s Zwanze Day was our best bet, plans were set in motion and our cellars shivered at the destruction that was to come. Zwanze Day is in its second year; Cantillon’s head brewer Jean Van Roy sees … Read entire article »
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Guest Post: SAVOR Craft Beer Festival: Good Beer, Great Food, Amazing Experience
June 15th, 2012 | 1 Comment | Written by Chase Tralka (Guest Author)

Editor’s Note: This is another of what we hope are many contributions from our readers. These guest posts come from our friends, followers, and fellow beer geeks who have something they want to share. If you’ve attended a great event, tasted a rare beer, want to give your favorite brewery some love, or share anything else beer related feel free to send us an email at thebeercircle@gmail.com and let us know! Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of attending … Read entire article »
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