Kegerator Construction

FridgeWe bough a new refrigerator as part of a recent kitchen renovation, so I’m turning the old one (still functional and now in the basement) into a two-tap kegerator.  I had kegged my brew for NHC Club Night and immediately decided that I no longer want to bottle my beer (except of course for the occasional Belgian offering).

My order from KegConnection.com has arrived.  It’s showtime.  I gathered my tools, including the most important one, in the name of RDWHAH.  Important safety tip: always have a beer before using power tools. Continue reading

RFK 3-Boro Beer Tour

Some Gluttony Titlerecent out-of-town guests allowed me to spend some time being a tourist in my home city, something I love doing.  Our adventures included a tour of awesome beer spots spread across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens.

Manhattan

poopinIt all started just before dusk on July 4th.  In need of a quick pre-fireworks snack, we hit up Pioneers Bar.  The atmosphere was laid back (the joint was almost empty) and the beer selection was decent.   Everyone who went into the restroom pooped.

 

 

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