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2010 BoontFling Disc Golf Tournament September 4 & 5, 2010
Go to our 2010 BoontFling page for details and entry form.
July 28, 2010 – Boonville, CA – Anderson Valley Brewing Company (AVBC) dispersed proceeds from the 14th Annual Legendary Boonville Beer festival through its’ non-profit entity, The Bahl Hornin’ Foundation. $118,500 was raised to help support local non-profits.
The founder and former president of AVBC, Dr. Kenneth Allen’s 14 year commitment to support the rural Mendocino County community has resulted in donations totaling over $560,000 to their neighbors since 2003, through the Legendary Boonville Beer Festival held each May.
Mr. Trey White, Anderson Valley Brewing Company’s new owner and President will continue to support this annual fund raising event. “As the new person in the Valley, it has been a pleasure to observe how the folks in the Valley are able to pull together to put on a truly unique event. An event which not only provides entertainment for thousands and provides participants with the opportunity to consume a wide variety of world-class beer but more importantly creates a tremendous source of greatly needed funding for a our local community during these challenging times. The folks of Anderson Valley should be proud and the festival attendees commended for their participation in such a wonderful event.”
This year the funds went to the Anderson Valley (AV) Lions Club, Parent Teachers Association, Elderhome, Education Foundation, Sports Boosters, Animal Rescue, Senior Center, Historical Society, AV Fire Department, Volunteer Firefighters Assoc, AV Ambulance, AV Sheriff K-9, Kimmies, Navarro River Resource, AV Land Trust, AV Health Center, AV Housing Authority, Tapestry and the Mendocino County Fairgrounds. Many of the grateful recipients made note that their non-profit would not be in existence without the generosity of Anderson Valley Brewing Company.
The Legendary Boonville Beer Festival began in 1997, the inaugural event was such a success that the next year AVBC decided to invite other breweries and charge admission to raise profits for their community. AVBC invites breweries from all over the west to showcase their wares in a pleasant, festive, outdoor setting. The 14th Annual Legendary Boonville Beer Festival featured over 80 breweries and record attendance with 6,500 supporters despite the overall economy.
Mark your calendars for next years 15th Annual Legendary Boonville Beer Festival! The date is Saturday May 14th, 2011.
AVBC Takes 2 Gold, 1 Bronze at 2010 U.S. Open Beer Championship
Anderson Valley Brewing Company wins three medals at the 2010 U.S. Open Beer Championship. The only brewery competition to include professional breweries and award-winning home brewers. Boont Extra Special Beer received a gold medal in the ESB category.Barney Flats Oatmeal Stout won the gold medal in the Oatmeal Stout category and Summer Solstice Cerveza Crema took the bronze medal in the American Cream Ale category. Over 700 beers were entered in 50 categories at this years competition held in Atlanta, Georgia. For the complete list of this years winners go to U.S. Open Beer Championship
Back to the Future: Fal Allen Returns to the Anderson Valley Brewery
Boonville, California Monday July 12, 2010
Anderson Valley Brewing Company President Trey White today announced the return of highly respected brew master Fal Allen to the company.
“Fal Allen is one of the top brew masters within the American craft beer industry” says Mr. White; “The beers created by Anderson Valley are amongst the premier craft beers available in the world. Fal’s superb craftsmanship combined with his environmentally conscientious approach fits perfectly with our strategy of maintaining and expanding Anderson Valley’s reputation as the maker of some of the world’s best craft beers.”
“As brew master, Fal will lead our efforts to provide delicious yet cutting-edge brews while simultaneously performing as a key brand ambassador for the Anderson Valley Brewery. In addition to his primary work in the brewery, Fal will work in the trade educating the public and our distributor partners on our products in particular and the benefits of craft beer in general.”
Fal has over twenty years of experience in the craft beer industry and is well regarded for his innovative and creative style. Fal has been published extensively on a wide array of craft brewing topics and serves frequently as a judge at the GABF and other top quality brewing competitions. Fal previously worked as head brewer and general manager from 2000 to 2004 at Anderson Valley Brewing during a significant growth phase for the brewery.
Fal Allen says: “I greatly enjoyed my previous work with the Anderson Valley Brewery. I love the brand and have tremendous respect for the brewing staff at Anderson Valley. I very much look forward to working with Trey White as I believe his vision for maintaining and enhancing the quality of Anderson Valley’s beers whilst expanding the brand’s marketing potential is truly exciting. I cannot wait to get back!”
AVBC Awarded Double Gold and More At 2010 California State Fair
Anderson Valley Brewing Company’s award-winning Brother David’s Triple Abbey Style Ale was awarded 1st Gold in the Belgian Strong category. Boont Extra Special Beer (ESB) was awarded 1st Gold for the English Pale Ale category at the 2010 California State Fair Commercial Craft Beer Competition. But the awards didn’t stop there. Here’s a list of our other brands that the judges liked.
The California State Fair Commercial Craft Beer Competition is open to licensed California brewers selling on a retail level and wishing to compete in several different categories as specified by the Beer Judge Certification Program Style Guidelines.
For more information on the 2010 California State Fair Commercial Craft Beer Competition and this year’s winners, visit www.bigfun.org
Barney Flats Oatmeal Stout Takes Bronze at World Beer Cup® in Chicago
AVBC’s already award-winning Barney Flats Oatmeal Stout took the Bronze Medal at the 2010 World Beer Cup® in Chicago. Entered in Category Number 63 -Oatmeal Stout, Barney Flats beat 31 other entrants to take home a medal. The beer was taken directly from the packaging line. It’s the same beer that can be found in your 6 pack at home which is not just shy sluggin’ gorms neemer.
For more information on the World Beer Cup® and this year’s winners, visit www.worldbeercup.org
Anderson Valley Brewery Acquired By Beer Industry Veteran
| In AVBC’s brewhouse, new owner Trey White (left) and Ken Allen |
Trey White has acquired the Anderson Valley Brewery in Boonville, California. Terms of the transaction are undisclosed. Under the leadership of respected industry pioneer Ken Allen, Anderson Valley Brewery has been creating award winning craft beers in Boonville, CA since 1987.
Trey White, is a fifteen year veteran of the alcoholic beverage industry. Through his role as executive vice-president at United States Beverage, Mr. White worked with a variety of fast growing successful American craft beers including Goose Island, Rogue, Ipswich and SLO as well as selected imports including Grolsch from Holland. Trey White will retain the current brewing and production facilities at Anderson Valley Brewery while expanding the sales and marketing capabilities.
“Ken Allen is a true leader within the American craft beer industry,” says Mr. White “The beers created by Anderson Valley are amongst the premier craft beers available in the world. Ken’s high-quality craftsmanship combined with his respect for the environment is a legacy we will respect and uphold. Trey White is thrilled with the opportunity to grow consumer awareness and expand the distribution of the Anderson Valley family of world class award winning craft beers.”
Ken Allen says: “I have enjoyed immensely growing the Anderson Valley Brewery from a start-up operating a modest brew pub in Boonville into a world class regional craft brewery. The people and friends I have made in the industry will last a lifetime. I want to thank the many customers and brewery fans who have become key parts of the Anderson Valley Brewery family.
I have looked long and hard for the right person to whom to entrust our legacy and I could not have found a better partner in Trey White. His passion and knowledge of the craft beer industry, coupled with his respect for the brands we have developed, will make him the ideal person to take the Anderson Valley Brewery to the next level within the growing craft beer industry.“
Located in the bucolic Anderson Valley region, the environmentally friendly, solar powered brewery produces Boont Amber Ale and Hop Ottin’ IPA in addition to many other highly respected craft beers. Ken Allen was awarded the craft industry’s prestigious Small Brewer Association Recognition award last year for his decades of service to the craft beer industry.
Trey White as new owner is devoted to bringing hand-crafted, small batch produced beer to as many American consumers as possible.
In Memoriam, Toby Day
On April 5th, Anderson Valley Brewing Company lost a dear friend and co-worker. Toby Day passed after battling a variety of ailments. Toby was a consummate ambassador of beer and a champion for AVBC since he started working with us in February of 2005. “Our industry, the beer community, Toby’s family and friends have just lost a very special individual. I lost a friend.” Said AVBC Sales Director Ron Ziomek.
AVBC’s General Manager John Kuhry remembers Toby as “one of the nicest guys you will ever meet with an incredible passion and knowledge of beer. I am glad to have known him.”
On Sunday, April 25, craft beer establishments from Santa Cruz to Portland and up to Seattle will be honoring the life of Toby Day. Many accounts will have special beers on tap in his honor. The proceeds from this “Toby Day Day” are earmarked specifically for Toby’s family to help them pay for outstanding medical and funeral expenses, and to assist with the education of his daughter Lilly and son Tristan, 12 and 9, respectively. If you would like to make a donation to help out Toby¹s family, a fund has been set up. You can donate at any US Bank location across the country. Here are the details:
Account name Toby Day Foundation Trust.
Account # 153662428728
Tax Donation EIN # For donations 61-1615294
Well wishers can leave their thoughts on his Facebook Page.
Please join us Sunday in raising a glass to a true friend of world-class beer and a world-class guy himself: Toby Day.
Welcome to Anderson Valley Brewing Company
Brewers of the award winning Boonville Beers, including Boont Amber Ale, Hop Ottin’ IPA, Poleeko Gold Pale Ale, Barney Flats Oatmeal Stout, Boont Extra Special Beer (formerly Belk’s ESB), Winter Solstice Seasonal Ale, Deep Enders Dark Porter, and High Rollers Wheat Beer, and our newest release Summer Solstice Cerveza Crema.
We carefully craft our world-class ales using only the finest ingredients; premium malted and roasted grains, hops, yeast, and pristine Boonville water straight from our own unique aquifer, and we never heat pasteurize or sterile filter our beers. Our tradition of carefully crafting inspired, flavorful, ales of the highest caliber has earned numerous awards, a loyal following, and our two-time placement among the World Beer Championships®
Top Ten Breweries of the Year.
Located in Boonville, California, in scenic, Mendocino County, Anderson Valley Brewing Company (AVBC) opened the doors to its brew pub in late 1987. Since then, we’ve grown a bit, built a new facility, and now brew our world-class ales in copper vessels salvaged from two defunct German breweries.
You’ve only scratched the surface, so far. Surf around. Find out more about the beers and where to find them, buy gifts for your friends (or yourself), discover the world’s first (and so far only) 18 hole Disc Golf Course with a craft brewery for the clubhouse, find out what’s new at AVBC, or read our latest press releases, learn about the brewery, the whole micro thing, the valley, or even Boontling, the local lingo we use in the names of our products. Look around, and have fun. We thank you for visiting us. Bahl Hornin’
