BooneBrewingCompany

Blowing Rock Brews

Born in Boone, NC, Boone Brewing Company takes pride in offering the High Country's own Blowing Rock brand of beers to Mountaineers and to fans of the Blue Ridge Mountains! Premium American beer dedicated to suit the tastes of both casual beer drinkers and true beer connoisseurs, creators Todd Rice and Jeff Walker are confident that you will soon be requesting a Blowing Rock beer as your favorite. Discover the perfect balance between hops and malt in a recipe that these two local business professionals perfected. This hometown brew boasts a North Carolina statewide distribution presence. Be sure to keep an eye on our website for upcoming events and availability as distribution continues to grow. Quench your thirst with a Blowing Rock Brew! Enjoy, savor and experience it. Go to the Mountains with a Blowing Rock!

Blowing Rock High Country Ale This American style Ale is fermented with a proprietary ale yeast strain that provides a distinct fruity-ester aroma and flavor. The deep golden product is characterized by a balanced hop bitterness and evident but not overwhelming hops aroma. The kettle hopping is derived from American Cascade & Centennial hops, with generous dry hopping during post-fermentation aging. The medium body and crisp grainy character are created by a domestic malt bill of 2-Row and Munich Style malts.

Blowing Rock Winter Ale This Ale could be compared to an Imperial/Double Red. It is fermented with a proprietary ale yeast strain that provides a moderate fruity-ester aroma and slight flavor. This deep, copper toned ale is characterized by its balanced hop bitterness and spicy noble hop flavors. The kettle hopping is derived from German Hersbrucker & American Cascade. The spicy overtones are complemented by a generous portion of whole-leaf hops added to the fermenter and American Cascade hops added to the aging tank. The medium body and smooth yet crisp caramel flavors are created by a domestic malt bill of 2-Row, Caramel, Chocolate, and other specialty malts.

Blowing Rock Bock - Spring Lager Blowing Rock Bock is fermented with a proprietary lager yeast strain and aged for 5 weeks. Typical of the traditional German Bock style, its light copper tone is characterized by a toasty malt backbone derived from a combination of domestic 2 row malt and imported German specialty malts. The kettle hopping is derived from German Hallertau to impart a well balanced bitterness with only subtle hop aroma. The hardy body and strong malt exhibited by Blowing Rock Bock provide an integrated harmony of flavors making it a complex beer with easy drinkability.

Blowing Rock Summer Ale Blowing Rock Summer Ale is brewed in style of a Belgian White, or Witbier.Typical of the style, the product is fermented with a Belgian "wit" yeaststrain. This hazy ale is characterized by a grain bill of pale malts andwhite wheat. The kettle hopping is signature Czech Saaz, and late kettleadditions of orange peel and coriander spice further accentuate this highlyenjoyable summer ale.

Blowing Rock Oktoberfest A German Marzen style brew, this vibrant copper colored lager is characterized by big malt favor and roasted caramel aroma. Its healthy addition of Hallertau hops is present in reflection of this heady change of seasons.

2010 Events

Hickory Hops Brew Fest
http://www.hickoryhops.com/

Summertime Brew Festival
Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Greensboro, NC
www.summertimebrews.com

High Country Beer Festival
3rd Annual High Country Beer Fest
Broyhill Inn and Conference Center
775 Bodenheimer Dr
Boone, NC
www.hcbeerfest.com

World Beer Festival
Durham Bulls Athletic Park
409 Blackwell Street
Durham, NC
www.allaboutbeer.com

Charlotte Oktoberfest
Memorial Stadium
Charlotte, NC
www.charlotteoktoberfest.com

Lighthouse Beer Festival
Hugh MacRae Park
Wilmington, NC
www.lighthousebeerandwine.com

Blowing Rock Ale Sponsorships

Boone Brewing Company is the Presenting Sponsor of the Brushy Mountain Cyclist Club – 6 Hours of Warrior Creek – Endurance Mountain Bike Race
http://bmcc.us/6wc.htm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6jYG9L7lV8

Boone Brewing Company is a proud sponsor of the American Cancer Society - Dogs Walk Against Cancer – Charlotte, NC
http://www.dogswalkcharlotte.org

High Country Beer Fest Sponsored by Blowing Rock Ale
http://www.hcbeerfest.com/index.php#

Blowing Rock Ale is a Sponsor of Appalachian State University Football
http://www.goasu.com/SportSelect.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=21500&SPID=12811&KEY=

Blowing Rock Ale is a Media Sponsor to WASU
http://wasurocks.com/sponsors/

Blowing Rock Ale is a Sponsor to the Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Casa Rustica Restaurant Charity Golf Tournament
http://www.mountaintimes.com/mtweekly/2008/0918/golf.php3

Broyhill Inn and Appalachian Conference Center
http://www.broyhillinn.com/events/beer/

Media Articles

High Country Press
http://www.highcountrypress.com/weekly/2008/07-31-08/for_us_by_us.htm

Asheville Citizen Times
New Blowing Rock Pale Ale blows into Asheville stores
http://citizen-times.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=200880814038&theme=THEBEERGUY

Boone Brewing Company

Since 2005, local High Country business professionals, Todd Rice and Jeff Walker, have been collaborating on a beer recipe to fit their love of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Principals of Boone Brewing Company, LLC, and the brand owners of Blowing Rock Ale and seasonal brews, Todd and Jeff take great pride in bringing their dream to reality. Both feel comfort and responsibility in calling the Blue Ridge Mountains home. The beauty of the mountains, the energy and enthusiasm of their mountaineer neighbors and their personal associations inspired them to pursue a brew that could capture the best of this area. They invite you to go to the mountains through a Blowing Rock Ale or seasonal brew!

The concept for Blowing Rock Ale evolved through recognizing the demand for a locally recognized ale. Sharing their mutual love for the Blue Ridge Mountains and following previous professional experiences in international cities, Todd and Jeff realized the dynamic was there to build a local brand and a local company. Boone Brewing Company, LLC incorporated.

The concept developed from conversation to pen and paper and eventually evolved into working with a local brewer to perfect the flavor profile, balance and overall taste. From a variety of recipes and a variety of taste tests, the evolution of today's perfect blend transpired into Blowing Rock Ale. While perfection demands a collaborative effort, Todd and Jeff sought the very best in the field. Working closely with a North Carolina owned brewery, suppliers, sales, merchandising, promotional personal, and a leading North Carolina Distributor, they bring to you quality premium American Ales and lagers. Available throughout the state of North Carolina, Blowing Rock Ale and seasonal beers can be found at affordable prices. Blowing Rock Ale and seasonal brews will tantalize the taste buds of enthusiasts and leisure consumers alike. Appealing to a wide audience, anyone who appreciates delicious ales and lagers will enjoy the Blowing Rock brand of beers. Go to the Mountains! Request a Blowing Rock today! Blowing Rock Ale and seasonal brews are distributed throughout the state of North Carolina by Tryon Distributing Company (www.tryondist.com) and by Carolina Craft Distributors (http://www.carolinacraftdist.com/sc.htm) in the state of South Carolina.