BajaNomad - 2013 Ensenada Beer Festival

2013 Ensenada Beer Festival

bajaguy - 2-23-2013 at 08:29 AM

March 23, 2013, Rivera Hotel/Convention Center, Ensenada

In order to promote craft beer in the state, the Department of Tourism (Secture), announced the details of Baja Beer Fest to be held on Saturday March 23.

José Ángel León Zumarán, delegate Secture in Ensenada, said that this year is expected influx of more than 4000 attendees, which will generate a great economic benefit for that weekend.

"The Ministry of Tourism is in the beer festival a big trigger for craft beer goes hand in hand with the cuisine of Ensenada," said the official.

This time the public attending will be taking about 70 breweries tasting of 50 houses that have confirmed their attendance, plus you can enjoy food from over 20 restaurants in Tijuana, Tecate, Mexicali and Ensenada.

The event will be held in the grounds of the Civic and Cultural Social Center of Ensenada Riviera, with a tasting hours 14:00 to 18:00 hours, the cost of pre-sale 250 pesos and 300 pesos at the box office.

The delegate Secture said to raise the production level of Baja California Brew, expects the participation of judges in San Diego to evaluate beers professionally involved in the festival.

Another action that manages this dependence are training courses and conferences subsidy Micro Brew develop tourism focusing this to strengthen the sector in each of the new trends that are taking place.

Poster

bajaguy - 2-23-2013 at 08:58 AM

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shari - 2-23-2013 at 09:24 AM

now this is MY kind of event!!! good luck to the 3 witches...they make excellent beer.

sounds like we will have to go

skipowell - 2-23-2013 at 10:20 AM

If any other Nomads are going let us know!

Try

bajaguy - 2-23-2013 at 10:22 AM

Be sure to taste the Tres Brewjas selection at the Zombie Brew Labs booth

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Bob H - 2-23-2013 at 10:46 AM

I am trying to find a web link for this event. No luck.

Looks like it would be a lot of fun !! Love the location.

TMW - 2-23-2013 at 11:10 AM

My kind of festival, it's on the calendar.

Hook - 2-23-2013 at 12:42 PM

Jeez, I just might have to fire up the truck and camper for that. Havent been to Ensenada in at least 6-7 years. Maybe overnight in San Felip' on the way over. Beer on Saturday, maybe wine touring on Friday or Sunday? How many of the wineries are open during the week or on Sunday?

I could hit all my old haunts, if they're still there. La Embotelladora, El Rey, Charro Chicken, El Trailero? No, not Anthony's................ :biggrin:

Anybody got space for me to park? No problem being self contained. Just sumpin' level.

bajaguy - 2-23-2013 at 10:01 PM

Hook

Put the Fuentes Winery on your Must-Do list!!!!

Beer Fest

dpwahoo - 2-24-2013 at 01:02 AM

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Originally posted by skipowell
If any other Nomads are going let us know!

Were planning on going, would like to meet other nomads, but wouldnt know one if I saw them. Unless they were wearing ID.

lizard lips - 2-24-2013 at 02:24 AM

Brewjas? I heard that this is a fine deep malt and barley tasting brew with a hint of glass water jug spice! It's famous all over the world and can be found in the better restaurants and upscale bars. I will be there just for a taste of this outstanding suds.

I don't always drink beer, but when I do I prefer Brewjas..... Stay thirsty my friends....

Quote: L. Lips-The most interesting man in the world

SiReNiTa - 2-24-2013 at 11:40 AM

My husband along with a few other family members and friends will also be participating with 3 different beer's, a porter with chocolate and coffee, a red ale and a kolsch that has a wonderful citrus flavor!!!

Look for 8-bit Brewers tent and give it a taste!! We'll be there aaaaaallllll day! ^_^

https://www.facebook.com/pages/8-bit-brewers/160316577358989...

Udo - 2-24-2013 at 12:08 PM

Hola, Terry!

Thanks for promoting this event. It should bring many Nomads together.
My wife, Jana, my sister Rhea and myself plan on attending.

Now how do we sign up and pre-pay ahead of time?

SiReNiTa - 2-24-2013 at 12:51 PM

Tickets will be $250 before the event and can be bought at "El Distrito" a bar on Gastelum street as well as all of the brewers will be given tickets to sell, Ophelia's restaurant will have quite a few for those of you who know where it is!

The tickets are not out yet but should be delivered soon!!! Tickets are only available to buy in Ensenada, if anyone wants tickets ahead of time but won't be here until the day of the event I may be able to set aside a few so you don't have to pay full price the day of the event!!!

Udo - 2-24-2013 at 05:42 PM

Hola, SiReNiTa!!!

I know where Ophelia's is.
Could you please set aside three tickets for me and I'll pick them up between 11 a.m. and noon on the 23rd?

Mil Gracias!!

bajaguy - 2-24-2013 at 09:33 PM

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Originally posted by dpwahoo

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Originally posted by skipowell
If any other Nomads are going let us know!

Were planning on going, would like to meet other nomads, but wouldnt know one if I saw them. Unless they were wearing ID.

If I can find my extra Baja Nomad bumper sticker, I'll have it up at the Zombie Brew Labs booth.

Doug has not yet sent out the secret decoder rings, so I guess we are out of luck identifying fellow Nomads

Retireded - 2-24-2013 at 10:48 PM

I'm marking it on my calendar. It might be fun to think of some way for Nomads to recognize other Nomads. I've met a few in the time i've been here, but not sure I'd recognize them again. How about we all wear huge sombreros? Or maybe pick a color shirt to wear? Or make sure we are all staggering by 14:30? :lol:

woody with a view - 2-25-2013 at 03:55 AM

14:30? you must sleep in! :lol:

Rhea - 2-25-2013 at 04:33 PM

thanks for the information. I am looking forward to it and happy that my brother Udo covered my back.

SiReNiTa - 2-26-2013 at 11:23 AM

It'll be a ball!! Here's a little sneak peak of what 8-Bit's Red Ale looks like from when we sampled it last night, they were hard at work bottling and labeling but took a break to toast my husband Adrian on his birthday!!

And here's one of all the guys taking a breather after a few hours of hard (and stinky) work!

Sorry about the huge pics!!

[Edited on 2-26-2013 by SiReNiTa]

BajaBlanca - 2-26-2013 at 11:50 AM

good luck to you all at the festival and happy birthday to Adrian !

forBajaNomaders to meet, I suggest you agreeon a time or times here and meet under the umbrella at Sirenita's/Adrian's booth !

we are too far or we would be there.

GOT BEER?????

bajaguy - 3-7-2013 at 10:26 AM

Baja’s Association of Craft Breweries (ACABC) announces the 5th Ensenada Baja Beer Fest, which will be held on Saturday, March 23rd at the Riviera del Pacifico Cultural and Convention Center on Blvd Costero. Gates open at 2PM.

The Ensenada event is one of three ACABC festivals held yearly. The other Festivals are in Mexicali and Tijuana and are intended to showcase craft and homebrew talents of area brewers.

This is a great opportunity to sample some of the outstanding craft beers made in our local area. Over 40 booths will be featuring artisanal beers and additional booths featuring delicious food offerings. There will also be music presented by local talent.

Ticket costs are 250 MN per person in advance and can be purchased at the following Ensenada locations:

Pelicano Gastro Pub
Wendlandt Cerveceria
Old Mission Brewery
Cerveceria Costa Azul
Lien Logistics
Top Video
Icarus Wings
Oficina de ACABC Macroplaza

Information 646 152 11 17
presidente@acabc.com.mx

Tijuana area tickets can be purchased at these locations:

BCB Bar
La Tazca Bar
La tazquita Bar
La Querencia Restaurant
El Taller Restaurant

Information 664 120 09 55
secretario@acabc.com.mx

Tickets will also be available at the gate the day of the event.

If you attend, please stop by the Zombie Brew Labs booth to taste their outstanding selections and don’t forget to ask for a sample of the two delightful Tres Brewjas potions and a say "HI" to the Brewjas!!!!

http://bajabeerfest.mx/index.html

bacquito - 3-8-2013 at 02:20 AM

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Originally posted by Retireded
I'm marking it on my calendar. It might be fun to think of some way for Nomads to recognize other Nomads. I've met a few in the time i've been here, but not sure I'd recognize them again. How about we all wear huge sombreros? Or maybe pick a color shirt to wear? Or make sure we are all staggering by 14:30? :lol:

I have been busy with family and the flu so I did not get back in touch with you regarding a coffee meeting.
Perhaps we can meet at the beer festival.
Regards, bacquito

Bump

bajaguy - 3-16-2013 at 07:05 AM

For the Beer Fest. Tickets now on sale

NoTix

dpwahoo - 3-18-2013 at 06:33 PM

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Originally posted by bajaguy

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Originally posted by dpwahoo

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Originally posted by skipowell
If any other Nomads are going let us know!

Were planning on going, would like to meet other nomads, but wouldnt know one if I saw them. Unless they were wearing ID.

Bajaguy, I gotta say, i drove around Ensenada multiple times, 2 different top video stores, and the one brew pub, the one by starbucks. he was the only one who knew anything about the event. But no tix. Couldnt find any of the other establishments. Oh well, I will be there on Sat. I tried.

If I can find my extra Baja Nomad bumper sticker, I'll have it up at the Zombie Brew Labs booth.

Doug has not yet sent out the secret decoder rings, so I guess we are out of luck identifying fellow Nomads

Brew Fest TIX

bajaguy - 3-18-2013 at 06:37 PM

Tickets are now available.........the hold up was the Municipality having to stamp EVERY ticket. The Old Mission Brewery should have tickets.

Everything here is last minute......drives me nuts

KASHEYDOG - 3-18-2013 at 08:47 PM

See ya there Terry.... :yes:

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bajaguy - 3-18-2013 at 08:55 PM

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Originally posted by KASHEYDOG
See ya there Terry.... :yes:

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Great!!!!!

SiReNiTa - 3-21-2013 at 01:03 PM

Can't wait to see you all there!!! I'll be helping out at the 8-Bit booth, try their minotauro (chocolate/expresso porter) & their red ale, both are insanely good!!!!

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bajaguy - 3-21-2013 at 01:06 PM

again............

greengoes - 3-21-2013 at 01:52 PM

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Originally posted by bajaguy
Tickets are now available.........the hold up was the Municipality having to stamp EVERY ticket. The Old Mission Brewery should have tickets.

The Old Missionary Brewery - amazingly, they changed their clientele from ex-pats to locals and survived. Great beers but the pizza has gone to the cats. Very close to them are maybe the best fish tacos in Ensenada.

DENNIS - 3-21-2013 at 02:06 PM

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Originally posted by greengoes

The Old Missionary Brewery - amazingly, they changed their clientele from ex-pats to locals and survived.

Really? Have you been there lately?
Stay tuned for future developments.

greengoes - 3-21-2013 at 02:53 PM

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Originally posted by DENNIS
Really? Have you been there lately?
Stay tuned for future developments.

Si

Mas brincolines?

:lol:

bajabound2005 - 3-21-2013 at 03:21 PM

find the Zombie Brew Labs/3 Brewjas booth and you will find Nomads!

old mission?

dpwahoo - 3-21-2013 at 05:00 PM

Old Mission brewery? It may be that, but I seen then the name nowhere. I must be blind!

dpwahoo - 3-21-2013 at 05:03 PM

Havent, sorry

bajaguy - 3-21-2013 at 08:06 PM

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Originally posted by dpwahoo
Old Mission brewery? It may be that, but I seen then the name nowhere. I must be blind!

6th and Castillo, downtown Ensenada

bajabound2005 - 3-21-2013 at 10:48 PM

for as long as it lasts....

Craft beer challenges in Mexico

Whale-ista - 3-22-2013 at 12:17 AM

Challenging regulations!

http://www.sandiegomagazine.com/San-Diego-Magazine/March-201...

shari - 3-22-2013 at 07:49 AM

Drop in and visit Sirenita at the Beer Fest tomorrow at the 8-Bit Brewer booth....gotta love a son in law who makes craft beer eh!!! Here are their brews.

micah202 - 3-22-2013 at 10:26 AM

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Originally posted by Whale-ista
Challenging regulations!

http://www.sandiegomagazine.com/San-Diego-Magazine/March-201...

.......there's no doubt that the laws and taxes are challenging,,,,,,,
'' Taxes are also a huge obstacle for Mexican craft breweries. Federal tax on beer is 26.5 percent, plus local sales taxes are anywhere between 10 percent and 16 percent. “Tell me one business that can increase the cost of its product by 40 percent and survive,” explains Insurgente’s Morales, whose La Lupulosa Pale Ale won Best of Show at the 2011 Baja Beer Fest. “Which is why there are so many under-the-table brewers.”
................but there -IS- a lot of room to move between the cost of ingrediants and the over-the-bar price
......and once people get a taste for -REAL- beer,,,there's no limit!

.........I wish I could make the beer-fest!!!

[Edited on 3-22-2013 by micah202]

Rhea - 3-25-2013 at 01:03 PM

The beer fest in Ensenada this past weekend was a blast. Sorry if you missed it, but there is always next year. There were over 60 breweries present with each having several choices of beer to choose from. I’m really not a beer drinker but still managed to have fun and really enjoyed my samples. Brewjas was outstanding.
The food would have made any foodie happy. I was in ceviche heaven. So many choices too little time. Hope that you can make it next year.
Rhea