Guinness Trademark Pint Glass. Brilliant!

posted on July 31, 2009 in Glassware

Guinness is one of the favorite beers of many Americans. Although the style of the beer originated in London, the distinctive burnt flavor of the toasted barley has made it popular here as well. If you are going to pour yourself a dry stout with the thick, creamy head where better to pour your drink than into a Guinness Trademark Pint Glass with the company logo?

The drink is the best selling alcoholic drink of all time in Ireland. There is no wonder that is has become so popular among Americans who love their drinks. The glass itself is a high quality pint glass emblazoned with the logo of the Guinness company. It also bears the date of 1759. The historic year in Dublin when the one of the finest beers would be offered to the public.
guiness pint glass
Rather than drinking such a great beverage out of a plain glass, you can enjoy the suds in a pint glass with the logo of the best brewing company to come along in a long time. You already know that Guinness is the best beer available and now it is time that everyone else knows. Let them see your love of the classic Guinness beer with a great stylish pint glass. The pint glasses alone are well worth the money.

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The Polar Pitcher will keep your beer cold to the last mug

posted on July 24, 2009 in Glassware

A regular pitcher just will not do the job for everyone. If you do not drink the beer immediately, it will get warm and be ruined. Some people may enjoy their beer warm, but if you are not one of them, you may want to consider getting a polar pitcher. If you like your beer ice cold, even in the pitcher, you will love the polar pitcher.

Polar Pitcher

Polar Pitcher

It is a standard pitcher with a twist. In the center is a column which can hold ice to keep the beer in the pitcher cold at all times. The center column is sealed off so that the ice will not water down the beer and so that condensation will not water down the beer either.

The center cooling column can also be filled with water and frozen instead of using ice. You simply have to fill the center piece with water and freeze the entire pitcher. You will have plenty of cold beer to go around.

The center piece holds up to 60 ounces. That is enough ice to keep the beer in the pitcher cold no matter how long you let it sit. So if your beer does not always go straight from the tap to your glass, you should consider a polar pitcher. You will never have to pour yourself another warm glass of beer.

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Ok, Just what is the cornhole game?

posted on July 16, 2009 in Beer Games

Cornhole Game is a well-known pastime played in different variations all across the world. It is a simple lawn game, which probably had its origins among the peasantry or possibly soldiers. Many games, such as horseshoes, came about in a very similar way. Soldiers with very little money found ways to improvise and imitate Olympic games.

Some of these games date back to the ancient Roman Empire. Cornhole is traceable back to 14th century Germany, but its true origins still remain unknown. Regardless of where it came from, the game has reached widespread popularity in the United States.

Since the origins of the game remain unknown, the terminology and rules are not always the same. Depending on where you are playing the game, the terms may differ. For instance, in west coast terminology lick side is when a right-handed player throws from the left side of the board or a left-handed player throws from the right side. This is the opposite of normal.

Many of the terms take on the personality of the local dialects. While it can be confusing to a new player to try to learn the local terminology of cornhole, the terms are usually fairly interchangeable.

The game pieces may also differ. While the typically American cornhole bag contains corn, cornhole can be traced back to Europe well before corn was even available there. The game certainly had a different name and has been adapted by Americans.

Some of the pieces do not change. The board size does have a standard length of three feet with a vertical rise in the back of one foot. While the boards may be made of plastic or wood, they are standard in their layout as well. This ensures that the gameplay techniques will work for anyone regardless of where they play.

The  rules of cornhole are fairly standard. Two teams each with two players stand next to an elevated board which sits at an angle upwards. Near the top of the board is a hole and players attempt to toss their bags into the opposing team’s hole.

Players may choose which side of their board to stand on, but they may not step in front of the board when tossing their bag. Points are scored when a bag stays on the board and when a bag goes through the hole.

The team who gets to 21 wins. Going over means the score is reset to 15. If a team is ahead 11 points to zero, the game ends in what is called skunk or a whitewash depending on the region.

Cornhole is a popular game around the campfire or at tailgate parties and cookouts. Because of the lawn game nature, you are likely to find numerous strategies for playing the game. Some people will swear by the spin. Others insist on a lob, rather than a toss.

But regardless of the approach, there is no doubt you will have fun playing this classic game. Win or lose, it is a great way to come together with friends and family and take part in a game that everyone can enjoy.

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Enjoy Your Beer from an Authentic British Pint Glass

posted on July 10, 2009 in Glassware

Nobody knows how to enjoy a pint like Europeans. The history of beverages and spirits in Europe is a long one from which many of the best drinks have come. It is undeniable that the British pub is the epitome of the classic drinking place. Many people want to bring some of the allure of the British pub into their own bars. Now you can do just that with a classic British pint glass.

The glass is known as the Nonic or No Nick pint, sometimes called Imperial Pints. They are pub style glasses with a heavy ridge designed to withstand a good deal of abuse. But they also help drinkers keep a good grip on their pint.

These particular pints are completely authentic and are imported from Europe. They even have an official European Union pint seal etched into the glass.

If you are looking to import the flavor of Europe into your own bar, these pint glasses will make a great addition. While you may not be able to sit across from Brits and enjoy and hard earned after work ale, you can certainly enjoy your drinks the same way they do. These pints are practical and look great on any counter top.

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Keep you Keg Brew fresher longer with a CO2 Rod & Faucet system

posted on July 1, 2009 in Tailgate Supplies

Hand pumps work well for most occasions. They are fairly cost effective as well. But the fact remains that you get what you pay for. With a hand pump you are using manually pumped oxygen to get the beer out of the keg.

While it is cost effective, it will not help to keep the beer fresh for very long. After a day or two, the beer will be old and stale. To avoid that problem but maintain the ease of use and portability of manual pumps, you can get this double gauge regulator Rod & Faucet Draft Beer Kit with a 5 pound CO2 tank.
rod and faucet
It is still cost effective, but offers benefits you cannot get with a manual pump. If kept cold, a keg can last for weeks with this setup. If you are having a long party or enjoying a break from school or work, this system will keep the keg fresh the entire time. The only thing you have to supply is the keg.

This system is definitely top of the line. It comes with a great double gauge regulator rather than a single gauge like most and it is built to last. You can keep the party going for as long as you want if you hook up this system. Do not let the party be spoiled by old stale beer anymore. This system is the ultimate in party accessories.

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