A tasty tour of Sierra Nevada Brewery
May 31st, 2011 by Mary Ellen BrewingtonSierra Nevada Brewery is the Walt Disney World for brew junkies. Several weeks ago On Tap encouraged readers to take a “brew-cation.” A few of us from Cherokee Distributing Company took the idea across the country to visit our friends in Chico, California.
As we pulled into the parking lot covered with solar panels – Sierra Nevada creates 85% of their own energy – we noticed the organic gardens and the nose-tickling scent of fresh beer brewing. Inside and out, floor to ceiling, the brewery facilities are spotless. The love of brewing is in every detail down to handmade wall tiles depicting the history of beer making.
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Our tour began in the Brew House where two copper brew kettles made in Germany serve as the focal point. Sierra Nevada only uses the finest barley malt, hops, yeast and pure water. |
The 14th Annual Community Shares Knoxville Brewers’ Jam is set for Saturday, Oct.16, at World’s Fair Park. With representation from more than 40 breweries offering samples, this event celebrates American craft beer along with great music and delicious food. 