Selected Events (from The Real Beer Page's events database, and beyond!) - July 2007
July 18 - 22, 2007 - New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Tales of the Cocktail
Not a beer event, of course, but the largest celebration of the cocktail seen anywhere in the United States and perhaps the world. Listen to experts on spirits and bartending expound upon the benefits of a superbly mixed drink, sample premium rums, tequilas and other fine spirits, and dine in style with paired cocktails at some of the finest restaurants in the Big Easy. The fourth anniversary edition of this exciting event is simply not to be missed.
Location: Centered at the Hotel Monteleone, but with events at various locations around the city Hours: Events run morning to night each of the days Admission: Ticket prices vary Organization: Tales of the Cocktail Website: www.talesofthecocktail.com
July 26, 2007 to July 29, 2007 - Portland, Oregon, United States
Oregon Brewers Festival - 20 years of craft beers
Seventy-two of the finest craft breweries from across the country will each send one product to serve at the event, regarded by some industry experts and beer fans as the premier craft beer festival in the nation. More than 50,000 beer connoisseurs will travel from around the world to sample from a vast variety of beer styles and flavors.
Location: Tom McCall Waterfront Park Hours: Thursday through Saturday, noon - 9:00 pm; Sunday, noon - 7:00 pm Admission: Admission for entry into the festival grounds is free. A 2007 souvenir mug, required for consuming beer, costs $4 and tokens are $1 each. Organization: Oregon Brewers Festival Phone: 503-778-5917 Website: www.oregonbrewfest.com
And Plan Ahead For ...
August 7 - 11, 2007 - London, England
30th Annual Great British Beer Festival
"The World's Largest Pub" is the nickname for this granddaddy of beer fests, and for good reason. Sample from hundreds of cask-conditioned ales, ciders, perries and foreign beers while listening to live music, indulging in pub games or simply chatting with fellow punters. Breweriana also available for purchase and food stands provide additional sustenance.
Location: Earl's Court, London Hours: Tuesday, 5:00 - 10:30 pm; Wednesday through Friday, noon - 10:30 pm; Saturday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Admission: £8.00 each session except for Saturday, which is £6.00 (£2.00 discount for CAMRA members). Beer costs are extra. Organization: Campaign for Real Ale Website: www.camra.co.uk
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