Fort Collins, CO. March 24th 2014– On May 9 and 10, Funkwerks will be one of 76 small and independent craft breweries represented at SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience. Presented by the Brewers Association and in its seventh year, SAVOR is the premier beer and food pairing event in the U.S.
SAVOR returns to the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. following its New York City debut in 2013. As in past years, each brewery will pour two of its craft beers, accompanied by a reception-style sampling of sweet and savory small plates designed by Brewers Association culinary consultant Adam Dulye, chef/owner of The Monk’s Kettle and The Abbot’s Cellar in San Francisco.
“There are festivals, there are good festivals, and then there is SAVOR. SAVOR is the epitome of what the brewing industry should become. We are honored and absolutely thrilled to be a part of the greatest craft beer and culinary experience this year!” Brad Lincoln, co-owner and co-founder of Funkwerks.
“SAVOR provides a world-class and unparalleled atmosphere where small and independent craft brewers showcase their flavorful beers alongside a menu of strategic pairings,” said Julia Herz, craft beer program director at the Brewers Association. “Attendees also have the unique opportunity of being personally served by the visionaries behind the brands.”
During SAVOR, Funkwerks will be serving Saison paired with Cured Salmon with Lardo Butter and Powdered Lemon, and Cognac Barrel Aged Deceit paired with Foie Gras with Lingonberry.
Visit the SAVOR website for more information on the event, including full menu and brewery list. Tickets to SAVOR are available via Ticketmaster.
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The Funkwerks Story:
In 2007 Gordon Schuck’s recipe design and brewing skills resulted in a gold medal-winning Saison at the National Homebrew Competition. Brad Lincoln first experienced craft beer while working as an accountant in Portland, OR. The two met during the winter of 2009 while attending the Siebel Institute and studying brewing science. After being immersed in beer for the better part of five months, the two graduated and shared a desire to open a brewery. This resulted in the Saison-focused brewery that is now Funkwerks, opening December 9, 2010. Funkwerks’ two flagship beers, Saison and Tropic King, are produced year round. Also brewed annually are four seasonals, a number of small experimental batches, and select barrel-aged releases. Funkwerks flagship Saison was awarded a gold medal at the 2012 Great American Beer Festival (GABF) and a silver medal in 2011. Deceit, a Belgian-Style golden strong ale, was also awarded a gold medal at the GABF in 2012. In addition to receiving two gold medals in 2012, the GABF named Funkwerks the 2012 Small Brewing Company of the Year. Funkwerks is located at 1900 East Lincoln Avenue in Fort Collins, Colorado. The tasting room- complete with an indoor bar, retail area and spacious outdoor, dog-friendly patio- is open 7 days a week: Sunday 11am-8pm, Monday through Thursday from 12pm-8pm, Friday 12pm-9pm, and Saturday 11am-9pm. Brewery tours are given Saturdays at 2pm and 4pm. Funkwerks is currently distributed in Colorado by American Eagle Distributing and C.R. Goodman, in Nebraska by Quality
Brands of Omaha and Double Eagle Beverage, and in Arizona by the Hensley Beverage Company.
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