The 4th Annual Kölsch Fest returns to Mayfly Taproom and Bottle Shop this coming weekend. Taking place from Friday, August 23 – Sunday, August, 25, the three day event will bring together a dozen locally brewed Kölsch style beers served with a warm pretzel.
“Kölsch Fest is one of our favorite and most anticipated events of the year,” said Ryan Born, owner of Mayfly Taproom and Bottle Shop. “It’s a great opportunity to showcase the incredible talent of our local breweries and bring the community together for a fun and memorable experience.”
This year’s Kölsch Fest will feature a unique blind tasting competition, where attendees will sample 12 Kölsch style beers from the following regional breweries.
During the event, participants will vote for their favorite Kölsch style beer in a series of rounds. Each ticket includes a commemorative .3L Stange glass, a hot pretzel with German mustard, and the opportunity to win a $10 gift certificate to Mayfly by correctly guessing the brewery behind their top choice.
In addition to the beer tastings, Kölsch Fest will feature a lineup of local food vendors to keep attendees fueled throughout the weekend. Demarco’s Subs will be on-site Friday and Saturday, offering its regular menu along with a special Schnitzel Spaetzle dish. On Sunday, Briel’s BBQ will serve its full BBQ menu, featuring a special housemade smoked bratwurst.
Kölsch Fest Hours:
- Friday, August 23rd: 5 PM – 10 PM
- Saturday, August 24th: Noon – 10 PM
- Sunday, August 25th: Noon – 8 PM
Tickets to Kölsch Fest are $30 online and will increase to $35 at the door. Tickets are valid for any of the three event days. Click here to purchase tickets or learn more about the event.
Mayfly Taproom and Bottle Shop – 8350 N Fenwick 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.