As expected, the first annual
BrewHaHa Festival in Anderson, SC this past Saturday was a genuinely fun event. Lots of people came to taste and enjoy and lots of people who didn't are going to be disappointed when they hear what a great time was had.
Fantastic examples of the Craft Brewer's Art were available for tasting and also some very interesting names: Angry Mango, Fish Paralyzer among them. I'll get more into the details a little later on but here are some images I took that give an accurate over-all impression of the day's activities.
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First performer, Sam Anderson, getting some relief from the intense sun. |
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Anderson Valley (no relation) Brewing from Northern CA contributed to the tasting array. |
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His answer to the question, "why harbaneros and mangoes?" |
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Will McCameron, (ctr), of Brewery 85, brought his crew and brew to the VIP tent. |
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Bucolic scene prior to the crowds arriving. |
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Check in is easy for the early arrivals. |
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Are they ordering more beer? |
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Beer chic? Oskar Blues gave these cans with beads away with obvious results. |
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Enjoyed my sample of this Sweetwater brew but never learned the reason for the name. |
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Darby Wilcox enlivened yet another beer event. Good music goes with good beer. |
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Thomas Creek's tent was a good place to start for those thinking of joining the homebrewing crowd. |
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This is where those cans were given away. Along with tasty beer samples. |
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One of my favorite names and beers of the day by RJ Rockers, it's a Belgian Style Pale Ale. |
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Seminar session seemed to be open and well attended. |
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Flipside, a red IPA was welcomed for the first time in Anderson. |
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Beer brats, smoked salmon and meatballs from Summa Joe's awaiting their beer pairing. |
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Stephanie advising interested beer lovers on the finer points of Thomas Creek's offerings. |
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And this is one of their offerings. Very interesting blend of flavors of a very versatile beer. |
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Beer folks sure are friendly. |
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Getting busy in the beer tents. |
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Pouring Terrapin's Pumpkin Fest! |
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Goretex (that's what he's known by) of Uptown Lounge, Anderson, is quite the chef. |
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Didn't get their names but they sure liked pretzels!! |
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Winding down and time for a break. |
Stay tuned for more details and additional photos! Cheers!
Unfortunately, I was unable to attend this year's event, however I hope to make next years. Enjoying your pics was the next best thing. It looks like everyone was having a good time.
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