OTMP -October Meeting 10/16/24 – September Meeting Recap

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That's how I feel right now.  Also beer naps…the best.  The past month has been quite the beer marathon.  From Oktoberfests, birthdays, anniversaries, GABF and all the events (every day) leading towards it, and Denver Rare Beer fest.  It's been awesome, but the break is much needed.  That said, I'm sure I'll still see some of you professionals at Saturday's GABF. 


I'd like to give a big thanks to all those that brewed and helped with the AHA GABF Club night.  It was honestly better than I thought it was going to be.  I envisioned the 9 registered clubs and the 40 or so people just sitting around and drinking each other's beer wondering if we could have just done it tailgate style in the parking lot.  Instead, they sold about 150 tickets and we met other homebrewers from out of town that were in town for GABF.  Our booth was pretty good I'd say, having never put something like this together.

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Upcoming Events
  • October 27, National American Beer Day  Enjoy the 434-year history of beer-making that this country has to offer as an American who likes beer. You won’t regret it!
  • November 4, International Stout Day –  Stouts, a strong flavored beer, are ideal to partake in today. There are so many dark, full-bodied stouts around. You’ll be hard-pressed to stop at just one. We lean towards the dry Irish Stout on this day. Cheers!
  • November 2, Learn How to Homebrew Day – It’s the best time to get your friends and family involved who have always wanted to learn the art of homebrewing, but have not yet given it a try. This year's AHA recipe can be found here.
  • November 9, Veterans Day – For all those who have served, we thank you for your service and raise a glass to you! Make sure you buy a veteran a beer today!
  • November 12, National Happy Hour Day From 1913 when the practice was begun by the Navy as a morale booster, to 1956 when the practice became mainstream, the idea of heading to your favorite hangout for a few drinks has been around for quite some time. It’s 5 o’clock somewhere – especially today! 
Upcoming Competitions
  • The Brew Hut's Annual Homebrew Competition Free entry to Colorado residents.  Only 9 slots left.  Register here.
  • Bière de Rock – French and Belgian inspired beer competition.  Registration opens 12/21/24 here.
  • Sweetheart's Revenge 2025 – Registration opens 12/16/24 here.

September Club Update: 

2025 OTMP Bock Beer Competition!
It was decided at last month's meeting that it's far time to have another competition. So here are the details.  The competition will be tournament style (no score sheets like last time).  We will hold it during the April 2025 meeting being hosted by the Aikmans.  This will be a Bock competition, meaning you can make your recipe of the following styles:  Helles Bock, Duckles Bock, Doppelbock, Weizenbock, or Eisbock. It is suggested that you bring 2 bottles or enough to have it judged 2-3 times.  Plenty of time to plan and brew!

AHA Membership:
As many of us are members of the AHA we get benefits from being members, from discounts, to early ticket releases we all now have another perk. OTMP is now a registered supporter of the AHA; meaning that if you use the discount code OTMP at checkout you will receive $5 off an annual membership as well as the club will be given $5. Feel free to share with anyone looking to join the AHA. This can be an easy way for those of us that annually renew to also roll some extra cash back to the club. 
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October Meeting Info:

Where: 

Chris' – Construction Brewing Company (Very, Very South Arvada, maybe Lakewood) 

Location:

14148 W Cornell Ave, Lakewood, CO 80228

Date:

10/16/24

Time:

6:30 – Brewery tour and pre-meeting pint

7:00 – Beer tastings


Wife will be out of town, so just let yourself in and proceed downstairs.


RSVP:

Register Beers and RSVP to the meeting here.


View registered beers here.

September Meeting Recap:

Small, but great meeting up at Dave's manly-man shed/warhouse buliding of sweat, beer and back pains.  Dave was a good host with burgers and chips/dips to keep our bellies full.  I think there were more ebikes at this meeting than cars.  Scott Jackson provided a nice side by side comparison of his Marzens.  Identical batches, split between two different yeasts.  I love these type of tastings.  Great meeting, thanks to all that attended.

Future Meeting Locations: (If you can offer a location for a future slot please reach out):

As a club that relies on member assistance having meeting locations for the club is necessary, if you have the ability in warm weather or inside for colder months please check below to see if you can host for one month.  The club officers (yes we have officers) have decided this year to give meeting hosts some money.  It takes time, money and effort to host a meeting and this helps encourage the hosting. $50 for hosting a meeting.

  

November (2024) –  Jim's Bier Barn   (East Arvada) (annual)

December (2024) – Jim's Bier Barn (East Arvada) (annual)

January (2025) – Charles Basement Tap Room (Central Arvada) (annual)

February (2025) –  Cole's Personal Cooperstown Basement Bar (Central Arvada) (annual)

March (2025) – Dave's Commercial Club House (Westminster)

April (2025) –  Jeff and Sarah Aikman's Da Pub (Arvada) (annual)

May (2025) – Dennis' House of Foam (West West Arvada)

June (2025) – Evan Brewery (Central Arvada) (annual)

July (2025) – open

August (2025) – Chuck's Under the Stairs Speakeasy (West Arvada) (annual)

September (2025) –  Chris's Construction Brewing Company (Very, Very South Arvada, maybe Lakewood)