Making its debut last year, Kölsch Party will make its return to Gigantic Brewing on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from Noon – 9:00pm. This daylong event will take place at Gigantic Brewing’s Taproom and will feature a diverse selection of twelve Kölsch-Style beers from local and international brewers, live German music, and delicious locally-made beer sausages and pretzels.
The Kölsch Party will be a unique opportunity for beer enthusiasts to indulge in a variety of exceptional Kölsch beers crafted not only by Gigantic Brewing but also by some of their esteemed friends in the brewing community. Participating regional breweries include 54-40 Beer, Brothers Cascadia Brewing, Chuckanut Brewery, Double Mountain Brewing, ForeLand Beer, Occidental Brewing, Rosenstadt Brewery, Steeplejack Brewing, StormBreaker Brewing and Zoiglhaus Brewing, all of whom have a reverence for this most delicate of German beers. And as an added bonus, Gaffe, one of Cologne’s most popular Kôlsch beers, will also be served alongside its Pacific Northwest counterparts.
A commemorative Kölsch Party stange glass (like they use in Cologne) will set you back $4, and is required for tasting. Guests can try any of the nine Kölsch style beers for $5 per 12 oz. pour, buying up to 5 beers at a time via a special Kölsch Party coaster.
Adding to the lively atmosphere, the Kölsch Party will feature live German music performances by the talented Festival Brass. Attendees can immerse themselves in the vibrant melodies and rhythms of authentic German tunes throughout the afternoon, enhancing the festive ambiance of the event.
No beer celebration would be complete without delectable food pairings. The Kölsch Party will feature mouthwatering bratwurst from Olympia Provisions and warm pretzels from Dos Hermanos bakery, ensuring a perfect match for the refreshing Kölsch beers.
Kölsch Party is for those 21+ (with ID) and is free to attend, though you will need to purchase a Kölsch Party glass ($4) to taste the Kölsch beers.
Join Gigantic Brewing and its friends for an unforgettable Kölsch Party on August 17th and experience the best of local Kölsch beers and German culture. For more information and updates visit www.instagram.com/giganticbrewing.
Gigantic Brewing Taproom – 5224 SE 26th Ave – Portland, OR
About The Author
DJ
D.J. is a Portland, Oregon based writer that spent his formative years in the Midwest. With over 25 years under his belt of drinking beer at festivals across America and the world, he has developed a strong appreciation and understanding of craft beer and the industry that surrounds it. He can be found in any of the great breweries or beer bars that make Portland the best beer city in the world. His writing can also be found in the archives of Northwest Brewing News and can be followed on Twitter and Instagram at @hopapalooza.
