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Currently on Tap @ Bavarian Barbarian

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Sat, 03 Jan 2099 20:28:00 +0000

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Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Co - Closing!

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:40:00 +0000

I’m sad to report that Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Co in Williamsport is closing it’s doors. A profound thank you to Mike & Kira Hiller for everything they’ve done for the local beer community as well as my website and radio show…I will miss Bavarian Barbarian a great deal. Cheers to you both for a wonderful venture….you should both be proud of what you created.

This news from Mike Hiller:

I am profoundly sad to report that Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Company is closed. We have worked extremely hard for the last four years to make the Barbarian a thriving, dynamic brewery and we owe whatever success we've enjoyed to our friends, family, bar and restaurant friends, wholesale partners and all you Barbarians out there.

My wife, Kira, and I want to thank you all for the support, encouragement and enthusiasm that you've shown us. We both regret that we will not be able to spend time with you in our tasting room, see you at the festivals and share our beers with you. Indeed, one of the most rewarding and fulfilling aspects of our Barbarian experience has been meeting and building friendships with so many awesome people. We put a lot of love into our beers and our business and we're grateful for the love we got in return.

While our enterprise is ending in disappointment, I am still very proud of what we've been able to accomplish. From the thrill of seeing our beer poured for the first time in a bar four years ago to the delivery of pallet-loads of beer to our wholesalers just weeks ago, I am happy to report that in between we've seen many more ups than downs.

We take great pride in being successful in the one thing that was most important to us: that you all enjoyed our beer in good times and with good friends. We're happy we could be a part of your lives, if even for just a short time.

Thank you and we wish you all the best!

WILK Friday BeerBuzz–7 Oct 2011 Bavarian Barbarian Grumpy Pumpkin w/Mike Hiller

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 13:55:00 +0000

In July of 2010, the Friday BeerBuzz welcomed it’s first in-studio guest on the show…in Oct 2010 that same guest returned for one of the shows that earned the Friday BeerBuzz the PA Association of Broadcasters award…so today I was excited to have him return again as our first 3rd-time guest! Mike Hiller from Bavarian Barbarian is always fun to have on the show, and today was even more exciting because of the special beer Mike brought up to sample.

Grumpy Pumpkin Imperial Porter is a new fall seasonal from Bavarian Barbarian Brewing, and quite a non-traditional one at that. We’ve sampled pumpkin-based beers before, but never a pumpkin porter. This brew had a great subtle pumpkin flavor laying on a perfect porter backbone and a big Imperial ABV & flavor. The spices and notes of vanilla are also subtle, but in balance with all of the other flavors. This is a very drinkable fall beer, but keep in mind the big 9% ABV may sneak up on you…but I guarantee it will make you far from Grumpy.

Check out Bavarian Barbarian Grumpy Pumpkin Imperial Porter for yourself before it’s gone.

Thanks

to Mike Hiller from Bavarian Barbarian, Nancy, John, Joe, and Bosco for yet another fun Friday.

The Friday BeerBuzz…bringing good beers and good people together.

As always you can check out the video on-line at the WILK Friday BeerBuzz page by clicking HERE.

Bavarian Barbarian - Grumpy Pumpkin Imperial Pumpkin Porter

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 04:08:00 +0000

Here's an interesting keg label from our pal Mike Hiller @ Bavarian Barbarian Brewing called Grumpy Pumpkin Imperial Pumpkin Porter (ale brewed with pumpkin & spices). No word on ABV so stay tuned for details.

Bavarian Barbarian–Rock On, Flannel and Beard & Grease Monkey Ale

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 13:15:00 +0000

We’ve been showing off new brews from Mike & Kira @ Bavarian Barbarian Brewing. We brought you Twisted Steel Ale and Melting Snow last week so it’s exciting to bring you more. Today we have three new 1/2-barrel keg packages: Rock On (a Roggen Bock beer), Flannel & Beard (a Weizenbock) and Grease Monkey Ale. I assume these are all one-off keg-only beer but I’ll see what Mike has to say.

Bavarian Barbarian–Melting Snow

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 15:26:00 +0000

I’m always excited to report a new brew coming out of our local family of brewers. Last week we were the first to show you Bavarian Barbarian Twisted Steel (Steel Drivin’ Stout aged in bourbon barrels), and now I’m even more excited that Mike is getting even more use for his bourbon barrels. Today I bring you Melting Snow. This looks to be Mike’s First Snow ale aged in bourbon barrels and packaged in 22oz bottles. Stay tuned for more details, but I can’t wait to try this one.

Bavarian Barbarian–Twisted Steel Ale Aged in Bourbon Barrels & Bulldozer

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 14:47:00 +0000

Looks like Mike & Kira have been busy at Bavarian Barbarian and I’m excited to be the first to show off two new brews. The first is Twisted Steele Ale Aged in Bourbon Barrels so it looks like we’ll see another exciting barrel-aged brew like the previous Bullfrog Brewing co-brewed Gothika make it into bottles in the future. I’d love to see the barrels used for Gothika see another brew pick up that great flavor.

(3/7) Twisted Steel is now on tap (Steel Drivin' Stout that's been aging in oak barrels for several months).

Next up we have what looks like a one-off keg-only specialty ale called Bulldozer Golden Ale. Stay tuned for details on both of these new and exciting brews from Bavarian Barbarian.

Bavarian Barbarian–Square Feet Dunkelweizen Coming Next Week & New Beers in the Future!

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 13:02:00 +0000

I just heard from Mike Hiller @ Bavarian Barbarian brewing in WIlliamsport and I have some Exciting news. Mike tells me their seasonal Square Feet Wheat Dunkelweizen will be coming out next week. This will also be the first release in a series of special batches and seasonals that Mike will be brewing this year. While much of the planning is still in progress, Mike tells me they looking into some Belgian styles, some bocks, some pilsners and maybe even another collaboration brew with the Bullfrog….so stay tuned here for details. Mike also tells me the barbarian is planning to expand distribution efforts to include more activity in Northeastern PA and Harrisburg which is very exciting to hear. Congrats Mike & everyone @ Bavarian Barbarian.

Bavarian Barbarian Square Feet Wheat Dunkelweizen is in the Tanks.

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 19:13:00 +0000

Mike tells me he’s brewing up another batch of the winter Square Feet Wheat Dunkelweizen, so watch for an upcoming announcement when it’s ready.

Bavarian Barbarian–First Snow Bottles !

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:24:00 +0000

We brought you this news a week or two ago so I’m excited to be the first to show off the new label approved for Bavarian Barbarian First Snow Ale 22oz bottles. I just spoke to Mike and he tells me the current batch of First Snow has been used for kegs so look for the bottling run to occur in March. Congratulations to Mike Hiller for getting this great beer out to a larger audience.

Bavarian Barbarian–Bottle Labels

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 18:12:00 +0000

Just thought you’d want a peek at the latest batch of Bavarian Barbarian 22oz labels…and stay tuned for First Snow Ale (coming soon I think).

Bavarian Barbarian Gothika & Philly Press Releases

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:21:00 +0000

We really enjoyed having Mike Hiller from Bavarian Barbarian on the Friday BeerBuzz a few months ago and we were honored that he chose to announce his new co-brew with Terry Hawbaker on our show. Mike is now announcing Gothika in a press release AND announcing his moves in into the Philly market. Exciting news Mike!

SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES Two Williamsport Brewers Create Unholy Collaboration WILLIAMSPORT, PA – Two Williamsport brewers have collaborated on a brewing project that invokes hell itself. Terry Hawbaker of Bullfrog Brewery and Mike Hiller from Bavarian Barbarian have created a 9% ABV beer of demonic proportions. What started out as a simple black lager, or schwarzbier, quickly grew into a Gothic nightmare. As if swept away by shadowy inspirations, the two tragic brewers combined the darkest of Bavarian brewing traditions with an American devil-may-care attitude. First came the darkness of a Bavarian schwarzbier, but unsatisfied by the meager alcohol content Hawbaker and Hiller decided to increase its potency to that of a German dopplebock beer. Still not quite content with a mere strong black lager, the two soon agreed that the beer should have a smoky character and conspired to add smoked malts to the hefty brew. The mark of the beast was indelibly scribed upon the liquid shadow when the final gravity was recorded at 6.66º Plato. Obviously overtaken by the dark spirit that unquenchably thirsts for more, Brewer Hawbaker got his wringing hands upon a shipment of bourbon barrels from Kentucky’s Buffalo Trace Distillery and the two evil-doers have lagered the already sinful concoction within those same recently emptied oak barrels. The name of this libation of doom is Gothika, and it will be released, upon the Master’s bidding, sometime in mid-October. It will be available on draft only, poured from spiked tap handles so as to inflict harm and bloodshed upon anyone who dares to pull a pint of Lucifer’s own. The owners of Bullfrog Brewery and Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Company have taken out additional insurance policies to permanently institutionalize anyone who goes criminally mad from drinking Gothika. A strict warning has been issued jointly by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, the federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau and The Surgeon General of the United States warning that drinking Gothika may lead to permanent, homicidal insanity. As if the apparently evil beer is not enough, there are rumors that the demonic duo are conspiring to hold a Satanic Black Mass to celebrate the release of the monster Gothika upon the peaceful and unsuspecting masses of Pennsylvania.
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BARBARIAN INVASION OF PHILADELPHIA UNDERWAY Williamsport Brewery Begins Distribution in the Big City WILLIAMSPORT, PA – Building on successful distribution in the counties surrounding Philadelphia, Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Company recently began distribution in the city itself. Contracting with Philadelphia’s own wholesale powerhouse, Bella Vista Beer Distributors, the Barbarian’s 2x4 India Pale Ale and Hammerin’ Ale have already hit the city market and will soon be followed by Headbangerz Brown Ale and Steel Drivin’ Stout. After tremendous success working with Gretz Beer Company in Bucks, Berks, Montgomery and Delaware Counties, the Bavarian Barbarian’s founder and brewer, Mike Hiller, decided that the next logical step was to invade the Philadelphia market. After several weeks of researching wholesalers and the craft beer market in Philadelphia, Mike found that Bella Vista would make the best wholesale partner for the Barbarian. In fact, Bella Vista sold out of the first shipment of Barbarian beers within days of its delivery. A big part of the decision to begin pushing into the city came from the very positive response of Philadelphians at various beer festivals, including the Philly Beer Week Opening Tap event. For more information on Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Company, please visit their website at www.bavarianbarbarian.com or call 570-322-5050.

Bavarian Barbarian – Where can I find the Beers?

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:37:00 +0000

Kira was kind enough to provide the list below of where Bavarian Barbarian beers can be found. I’ll keep this list up to date, but you can also CLICK HERE to go to the Bavaraian Barbarian beer finder page.

4th Street Grille and Ale House (Genetti Hotel)
200 West Fourth Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
800-321-1388
http://www.genettihotel.com/facilities/legends-restaurant.php
Beers Available: 2X4 IPA, Steel Drivin' Stout, Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Abington C.C.
300 Meetinghouse Road
Jenkintown, PA 19046
215 885 0734
www.abingtonclub.com
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Bridge Tavern, The
222 S Market St
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 327-8433
http://www.billtownlive.com/dining.htm
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

BJ's Steak and Rib House (Danville)
291 Mill Street
Danville, PA 17821
570-275-5110
http://www.bjsribs.com/
Beers Available: 2x4 IPA (tap)

BJ's Steak and Rib House (Selinsgrove)
17 North Market Street
Selinsgrove, PA 570-374-9841
http://www.bjsribs.com/
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Bethayres Tavern 11
2231 N. Huntingdon Pike
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
215-947-9729
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale

Beverage Barn
1953 Lycoming Creek Rd
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-0476?
Beers Available: cases of 22oz bottles (Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and V packs)

Big Heads- Bensalem
2806 Street Road
Bensalem, PA 19020
(215)-244-8170
http://www.bigheadspub.com/
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale

Bald Eagle Distributors, Inc.
Bald Eagle Distributors, Inc.
Lock Haven, PA 17745
570-478-4771
Beers Available: cases of 22oz bottles (Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and V packs)

Beer Barn
227 North Derr Drive
Lewisburg, PA 17837
570-523-3120
Beers Available: cases of 22oz bottles (Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and V packs)

Big Top
1555 Easton Road
Roslyn, PA 19001
(215) 659-5445
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin Stout (and tap)

Bobby Simone's
52 East State Street
Doylestown, PA 18901
(215) 340-1414
www.ilovebobbys.com
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale

Blue Dog Pub-Lansdale
850 S. Valley Forge Rd
Lansdale, PA 19446
(215) 368-6620
http://www.bluedog.cc/
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale

Brewer's Outlet
231 Reagan Street
Sunbury, PA 17801
570-286-7465
Beers Available: cases of 22oz bottles (Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and V packs)

Broad Axe Tavern
901 W. Butler Pike
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 643-6300
http://www.broadaxetavern.com/
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Black Horse Tavern
200 Fairfield Road
Plymouthmeeting, PA 19462
http://www.blackhorsetaverns.com/
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale

Buck Hotel
1200 Buck Road
Feasterville, PA 19053
215-396-2002
http://www.thebuckhotel.com/ordereze/default.aspx
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin Stout (and tap)

Crippled Bear Inn
2967 Lycoming Creek Rd
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 494-9979
http://www.billtownlive.com/dining.htm
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Capones Restaurant
224 W Germantown Pike
Norristown, PA 19401
610-279-4748
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale

Coleman Restaurant
1431 Morris Road
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(215) 616-8300
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Community Arts Center- Capitol Lounge
220 West 4th Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570)-326-2424
http://www.caclive.com
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles Headbangers Brown Ale

Deli, The
113 Hiester St.
State College, PA 16801
814-237-5710
www.dantesinc.com/thedeli.htm
Beers Available: 2x4 IPA (tap)

Drake Tavern
304 Old York Road
Jenkintown, PA 19046
(215) 884-8900
http://www.draketavern.com/
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale (and tap)

Earl's Prime
Rt. 202 and Street Road
Lahaska, PA 18931
(215) 794-4020
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Faxon Bowling Lanes
1225 River Ave.
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-0273
http://www.faxonbowling.com/
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Franco's Lounge
12 West Fourth Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 327-1840
http://www.francoslounge.com/
Beers Available: 2X4 IPA (tap)

Firewaters
1110 Baltimore Pike
Glen Mills, PA 19342
(610) 459-9959
www.firewatersbar.com
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale

Fatty's Bar and Grille
812 Willow Grove Ave
Wyndmoor, PA 19038
(215)-233-5909
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Foodtown
561 South Broad Street
Lansdale, PA 19446
(215) 412-3300
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Steel Drivin Stout

Gimaro Seafood & Steakhouse
Montgomeryville, PA 18936
(215) 412—7777
www.gimaro.com
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale

Giuliano's Deli
2202 Mt. Carmel Ave
Glenside, PA 19038
(215)-572-1447
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Steel Drivin Stout

Hull's Landing
27 Rt. 442 Hwy.
Muncy, PA 17756
(570) 546-6524
http://www.hullslanding.com/
Beers Available: Hammerin' Ale

Hallson's Suds and Subs
530 Lycoming Mall Drive
Muncy, PA 17756
(570) 546-2556
Beers Available: 22 oz. bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale and Steel Drivin' Stout

Horse, The
1000 Old Bethelem PK
Sellersville, PA 18960
215-257-3220
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale

Hatfield Beverage
1616 North Broad Street
Lansdale, PA 19446
(215) 368-3337
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin Stout

Home Service Beverage Co.
419 5th Ave
Williamsport, PA 17701
570-323-3237
Beers Available: cases of 22oz bottles (Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and V packs)

James Restaurant, The (The Holiday Inn)
100 Pine Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 327-8500
http://www.thejameswilliamsport.com/
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale

Joey's Place
505 Washington Blvd
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-4687
Beers Available: 22 oz bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale

Johnson's Cafe
334 Broad Street
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 368-8351
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Kimball's
972 2nd St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-1115
http://www.myspace.com/kimballssubs
Beers Available: 2X4 IPA (tap)

La Marina
939 Westminster Drive
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7128
http://www.lamarinarestaurant.com/
Beers Available: 2X4 IPA (tap)

Lewisburg Hotel
136 Market Street
Lewisburg, PA 17837
(570) 523 -7800
http://www.lewisburghotel.com/
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale and 2X4 IPA (tap)

Lodge, The
2019 E 3rd Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 329-5050
http://www.thelodgewilliamsport.com
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale and Hammerin' Ale (22 oz bottles)

Lycoming Beverage
760 Arnold St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-0301
Beers Available: cases of 22oz bottles (Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and V packs)

Mill Tavern, The
319 Broad Street
Montoursville, PA 17754
570-368-8734
http://www.billtownlive.com/nightlife2.htm
Beers Available: Steel Drivin' Stout

Maseto's Deli & 6 Pack
2075 Kenwood Avenue
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-1445
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale, 22oz. bottles

Maseto's Deli & 6 Pack
2075 Kenwood Avenue
Williamsport, PA 17701-1592
(570) 323-1445
Beers Available: Brown Ale in 22 oz. bottles

Montour Beverage
1001 Broad St
Montoursville, PA 17754
570-368-2240
Beers Available: cases of 22oz bottles (Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and V packs)

Maggio's Southampton
400 Second Street Pike
Southampton, PA 18966
(215) 322-7272
www.maggiosrestaurant.com
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale

McStew's Irish Sports Pub
5316 Newfalls Road
Levittown, PA 19056
(215)-949-9570
http://www.ajsportsbar.com/
Beers Available: Headbangerz (tap)

Orlie's (Orlando's)
6 South Main Street
Muncy, PA 17756
(570) 546-8844
http://www.orlandosonline.com/home.html
Beers Available: 2X4 IPA (tap) / Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale and Steel Drivin' Stout (22oz bottles)

Old Corner Hotel
328 Court Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
570-326-4286
http://www.myspace.com/oldcornerhotel
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale

Otto's Beer Garden
233 Easton Road
Horsham, PA 19044
(215) 675-1864
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

P.J. Whelihans
799 Dekalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
610-272-8919
http://www.pjspub.com/bluebell/index.htm
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Pinocchio's Pizza
131 E. Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
(610) 566-7767
http://www.pinpizza.com/index.asp
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Steel Drivin Stout

Peter Herdic House, The
407 W. Fourth Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-0165
http://www.herdichouse.com
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale,Steel Drivin' Stout

Plush
254 Keswick Ave.
Glenside, PA 19038
(215)-576-9501
http://www.plushlounge.org/
Beers Available: Steel Drivin Stout (tap)

Rumrunners Pub and Eatery
341 Market Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-0303
http://www.rumrunnerspub.com/
Beers Available: 2X4 IPA (tap)

Red Horse Tavern
104 N. Main Street
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 359-2082
http://www.redhorse-tavern.com
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout

Reese's Tavern
485-487 York Road
Warminster, PA 18974
(215)-442-1724
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Sandbar
90 South Main Street
New Hope, PA 18938
(215)-862-3030
http://www.sandbarnewhope.com/
Beers Available: Headbangerz Brown Ale (tap)

Skippack Beverage
1120 Bridge Road
Creamery, PA 19430-0177
(610) 489-9444
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin Stout

Southside Beverage
100 W Southern Ave
South Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 321-0161
Beers Available: cases of 22oz bottles (Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and V packs)

Trail Inn
3575 Lycoming Creek Rd
Cogan Station, PA 17728
(570) 494-0424
http://www.billtownlive.com/dining.htm
Beers Available: 2X4 IPA (tap), 22oz bottles of Hammerin, Headbangerz, Stout

Temperance House, The
50 North 2nd Street
Lewisburg, PA 17837
(570) 524-2558
Beers Available: First Snow Ale (tap)

Trenton Road Take Out
1024 Trenton Road
Fallsington, PA 19054
215-736-1389
http://www.trentonroadtakeout.com/history.htm
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale

Voelcker Beverage
352 Ferry Street
Danville, PA 17821
570-275-2337
http://voelckerbeverage.com
Beers Available: cases of 22oz bottles (Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and V packs)

Wegmans (Williamsport)
201 William St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 320-8778
http://www.wegmans.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StoreDetailView?langId=-1&storeId=10052&catalogId=10002&productId=347869
Beers Available: 22oz bottles of Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Weldspatter IPA

Wegmans College 043
600 Commerce Drive
Collegeville, PA 19426
(484)-902-1500
http://collegeville.wegmans.com/
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin Stout

Whole Foods
510 West Germantown Pike
Plymouthmeeting, PA 19462
610-832-0010
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/plymouthmeeting/
Beers Available: 22 ounce bottles of Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin Stout

WILK Friday Beerbuzz – 16 July 2010 (Bavarian Barbarian 2x4 IPA)

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:09:00 +0000

Today’s show was a “first” for the Friday Beerbuzz and a first for me. We’re 11 shows in, and today we featured our first live guest in the studio. Mike Hiller, Brewmaster for Bavarian Barbarian Brewing, joined us in the studio to sample his new 2x4 IPA. Bavarian Barbarian comes to us from Williamsport, PA and Mike was kind enough to not only make the early morning drive up, but to also being us some beer to sample.

This is the first time I’ve had the opportunity to try Mike’s 2x4 IPA and I really enjoyed it. This is Mike’s 2nd IPA recipe out of Bavarian Barbarian and this one is definitely my favorite of the two.

It was a lot of fun having a guest on the show and it brings a whole new dynamic to live radio that I really enjoyed. It’s also a lot of fun to talk beer and sample a beer with the person who brewed it…and Mike is no exception.

Our big news of the day was Mike’s announcement of the “mystery” beer he and Terry Hawbaker from Bullfrog Brewery are brewing together. Here’s a little snapshot of the beer as it is “slumbering” in oak. These are Buffalo Trace Bourbon Barrels and the beer will be slumbering for quite some time (October-ish). Mike tells me the final gravity pre-barrel is 6.66 degrees Plato so it will be an interesting un-holy collaboration. Mike also tells me the beer will be a Dark Lager and named Gothika. We also plan to ask Mike to come back up when this beer comes out of the oak and hopefully sample some with us on the air so stay tuned.

All in all a very fun show and

once again I want to say t

hank you to Mike, John, Nancy, Joe & Bosco for yet another fun Friday.

The Friday Beerbuzz…bringing good beers and good people together.

As always you can check out the video on-line at the WILK Friday Beerbuzz page by clicking HERE.

Bavarian Barbarian – Barbinades 2x4 IPA

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Thu, 06 May 2010 19:54:00 +0000

Bavarian Barbarian's founder and head brewer, Mike Hiller, is working on grilling recipes called "Barbarinades" featuring each of the brewery's beers. The first Barbarinade, using the Barbarian's new 2x4 India Pale Ale, was completed with the help of Libby Wagner, Head Chef of The Lewisburg Hotel in Lewisburg, PA, and was featured as a special item on their menu this week. The 2x4 Barbarinade can be used on steak, chicken or pork and sports a flavorful, zesty, almost Caribbean kick in the grilled meat. Other Barbarinades are currently in development including a recipe based on French Onion Soup featuring Hammerin' Ale, a barbecue sauce using Headbangerz Brown Ale and a chocolate mole sauce with Steel Drivin' Stout. For assistance on the remaining recipes, Mike is enlisting the help of other local chefs to collaborate on formulating tasty recipes with ingredients available at any grocery store. The recipes will be distributed on Bavarian Barbarian's website (www.bavarianbarbarian.com), the brewery's Facebook page, beer festivals and tastings, their tasting room and anywhere that Barbarian bottles are sold.

Also in Barbarian news:

Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Company's beer will soon be available at Weis Markets in Sunbury and Lewisburg. Bomber bottles from the Barbarian should begin appearing on the shelves in the coming weeks. Sales will begin once the beers have been entered into the grocery stores' systems and competing distributors graciously clear space for the incoming bottles of Hammerin' Ale, Headbangerz Brown Ale, Steel Drivin' Stout and 2x4 India Pale Ale. In addition to Weis Markets, the Wegmans market in State College will also start carrying Barbarian beers in a few weeks.

Bavarian Barbarian 2x4 IPA - Update

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:59:00 +0000

I’ve heard from Mike and he tells me the new Bavarian Barbarian 2x4 IPA is doing real well. For those unfamiliar, 2x4 IPA is Mike’s latest brew.

The 2x4 IPA sports 65 IBUs from Columbus, Nugget and Amarillo hops. The hoppiness is supported by the addition of flaked rye which provides a malty, bready character that works well with the hop flavors. The hop additions give the 2x4 a well-rounded flavor profile with citrus and spice along with a pleasant, flowery and citrusy aroma.

2x4 is only available on draft now, but Mike tells me they are working on label approval and hope to have it in bottles in the near future….so stay tuned.

Bavarian Barbarian 2x4 IPA is out!

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:37:00 +0000

Mike tells me the new 2x4 IPA is ready at Bavarian Barbarian and here’s a peek at the new label. Be sure to stop in and check it out. based on the description and what I’ve heard so far, it sounds great.

Keep Mike Out of Jail!

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 18:37:00 +0000

From Mike:

KEEP THE BARBARIAN OUT OF JAIL!

Apparently, I'm going to jail. No, it's not because we couldn't pay the brewery's taxes or because I assaulted some beer snob for talkin' smack about our beers. It's something much more serious than that.

I'm going behind bars to help Jerry's Kids and MDA. To be released on good behavior I have to raise bail in the form of donations. The cops are coming to arrest me on March 31, and I'll be taken to Eagle Rock Winery where I'll be pressed (pun very much intended) into service at hard labor pouring wine (of all the lousy things to make a brewer do).

But I won't have to serve my time if I can convince enough of you that it's either more important that I go back to brewing beer as soon as possible, or that helping kids with Muscular Dystrophy is a worthy cause for a donation. The latter is the more important cause, of course. Getting back to brewing beer for you is just an added bonus.

All you have to do is click here to make a secure, online donation before 03/31/10. Your donation will help families living in our community and help guarantee me an early release. I hope to see you on my list of contributors.

Thanks in advance for your help. Don't hesitate to call or email me with any questions at 322-5050 at the brewery or mike@bavarianbarbarian.com

Thanks for your time - so I don't have to serve mine!

Mike

2x4 IPA To be Released Soon

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:53:00 +0000

Mike tells me the new Bavarian Barbarian 2x4 IPA is tasting good and MAY be released this weekend (2/20). Stay tuned for details.

Bavarian Barbarian Appears on Brew Local

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 17:18:00 +0000

Congratulations to Mike for his recent appearance on the Brew Local Blog. Clicky HERE to check it out. Photo courtesy of Brew Local.

Bavarian Barbarian – Concert/Beer Tasting

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:12:00 +0000

Courtesy of pcmsconcerts.org:

Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Schubert… it doesn’t take much more than a quick scan of our programs to see why Germany and Austria are considered the cradle of classical music. But these countries are responsible for another of life’s great cultivated pleasures: BEER. Isn’t it about time these two great regional accomplishments were brought together?

If you love a good pilsner as much as a great pizzicato, I have good news for you. We’ve teamed up with Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Company — one of Pennsylvania’s newest and best craft breweries — for a joint concert/beer tasting on Tuesday, February 23 at the Philosophical Society. Come out and hear the outstanding Grammy-nominated violinist Jennifer Koh perform Mozart and Schubert, and enjoy a sampling of Bavarian Barbarian’s classic Euro-inspired ales at intermission!

If you can’t wait until February to try Bavarian Barbarian’s brews, Brahaus Schmitz on South Street is currently pouring their delicious brown ale, and you can always find them at Bavarian Barbarian headquarters in Williamsport. Bottoms up!

Bavarian Barbarian – The Shirts are Back!

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:41:00 +0000

From Mike:

I just did some double-checking for our fans asking about larger sizes. Our pine green t-shirt can be ordered from S to 3X for $15, 4X for $17 and 5X for $19. Unfortunately, the ringer is only available from S-2XL. The pink ladies shirt is available from XS to 3X. I have made the updates on our website, so check it out! Make sure you refresh the page. www.bavarianbarbarian.com

Bavarian Barbarian – First Snow Ale

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:32:00 +0000

From Mike:

Cleaning day for the brewery. Getting the brewhouse all set to brew the First Snow Ale Winter Warmer on Tuesday. Cinnamon, allspice, ginger and nutmeg are pleasantly waiting for the kettle. First Snow Ale was a huge hit last year, so we're releasing it much earlier this year for our most eager fans. Should be ready... ...in time for Thanksgiving. Can't wait to drink this with all the Thanksgiving desserts! Hoo-wee!

Bavarian Barbarian – The Sophisticated Barbarian

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 03:45:00 +0000

From Bavarian Barbarian:

Come and taste Bavarian Barbarian beers at the Peter Herdic House on Friday, Oct. 2 from 6-9 p.m. The event is part of the First Friday celebrations that take place in downtown Williamsport on the first Friday of each month. Head brewer, Mike Hiller, will be present to answer questions. There will also be an exhibit of artwork by Britt McCardle. The event is free and open to the public.

A small plates menu to be paired with beers will also be available. Reservations for dinner are not required, but if you would like to make them, please call 570-322-0165 or email info@herdichouse.com.

The Bavarian Barbarian Brewing Company is located in Williamsport Pennsylvania at 429 West 3rd Street. Williamsport's first production brewery since the 1950's, Bavarian Barbarian currently offers and distributes four year-round beers throughout Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania. For more information, please visit their website at www.bavarianbarbarian.com or call (570) 322-5050.

Bavarian Barbarian – Our help…

noreply@blogger.com (Bil Cord) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:21:00 +0000

I’ve watched as Mike Hiller and his wife Kira have lived the “dream” of most beer lovers and all home brewers. Mike turned a hobby of home brewing into a full-time job and opened Bavarian Barbarian. This is no small feat and certainly one of personal and financial risk, but Mike followed what he loved and opened BB. Now word comes that despite his best efforts, despite wonderful bottle sales and despite overall sales being up, Bavarian Barbarian is struggling financially.

I write this in the present tense because we should be thinking that way. All too often we react late and we support something we love only after it is gone. There have been many casualties in this economy, and I write this in the name of Bavarian Barbarian NOT becoming another one of them.

As beer lovers we are a community and a community should support our friends and our beer family. As Mike & Kira continue to fight and struggle to keep BB alive, I simply ask that you, as beer lovers, join the fight with them. Please stop by and pick up some Bavarian Barbarian bottles or growlers, attend BB events, pick up some BB swag and do as I do right now and ask our local beer bars and mybeerbuzz members to seek out BB to run on tap. Cheers to Mike & Kira…fight the good fight.