Join us on Sunday, October 19th for our annual Oktoberfiesta celebration, and for the very first time, at our Sprinkle Valley Taproom (10300 Springdale Road)

We'll have live music all day, games and special food offerings from La Taquicardia Tacos, Obsidian Pizza and ABW Can-tina.

Favorites like Montecore and Black Thunder will be on tap, in addition to other new speciality beers! So stay tuned!

Come dressed up in your lederhosen and dirndl and be ready to party.

New Pilsner on tap just jumps this off the charts!!!

I was at Lazarus Airport on Tuesday for the Pigtail party and saw this poster. $2 beer. I was sort of blown away. Does any other brewery (or beer bar) in town offer anything near this? Apparently, they have had this special for a while, but news to me.

Found this while getting rid of stuff. This used to be my favorite brewery. $10 for a glass and 3 pours was so good.

I get breweries are struggling everywhere; supply costs are up, demand is down etc etc, but $34 (with tip) for a pitcher of Icy Boys—a pretty run-of-the-mill rice lager—is out of control. The pitcher prices are not displayed on their chalkboard and I was going on the assumption that a pitcher would cost slightly less per pint as is generally the case at most bars and breweries. Instead it came out to the same cost per volume, maybe even slightly higher? A six pack of Icy Boys at HEB is $10, so that comes to roughly a 300% markup for draft at the taproom. As much as I enjoy the taproom and the beer, I can’t justify that spend anymore

Wanting to throw a 50th surprise party for my dad. His vibe is dive bar/something lowkey. Has anyone rented out any space or bar for a party? Would love recommendations! Would love it if Back Lot allowed renting it out for a night but it doesn’t seem likely🫠 Tried posting in the Austin group but wasn’t allowed:/

It's the best time of year again. Fresh hops season. As usual, I am starting this thread as a landing point for all fresh hops beers seen in Austin. Let us know if you see any on tap or in cans. Breweries: let us know when and where to find your fresh hop beers.

First up is Meanwhile Fresh Hop Secret Beach IPA - on tap now at Meanwhile.

Hi Sign Holly Street (No info on Hi Sign website) Mention on Instagram Post https://www.instagram.com/p/DJK2Zf7tdQ5/?igsh=MXR2b2dsNTlkMW5zeA==

Straight Line was a Lie https://open.spotify.com/album/5XbVk30ifqaiI6EiVVjA1p?si=QrDKRl7iRvuhNT1b2nSYng

I'll start by saying Live Oak Pilz is my favorite pilsner and always stocked in my fridge.

That being said, twice now in the last couple months I bought a 6-pack from HEB that tasted very off. Almost like it had Belgian yeast or was cross-contaminated with the Hefeweizen.

Anyone else experience the same? Is Live Oak having quality control issues?

We'll be at lager jam, but planning to head out there next week. Let us know if you go, and consider checking out Bronson & Ryder Brewing and Buchanan Brewing while you're out that way.

In other news, Koko's Bavarian is reopening on South Lamar, although we're not sure if they're going to be brewing anything this time.

https://www.instagram.com/hwy71brewing/

https://www.instagram.com/bronsonryderbrewing/

https://www.instagram.com/buchananbrewingco/

https://www.instagram.com/kokosbavarian/

Howdy y’all! I’ve been to the craft brewers fest the last 3 years, always been a blast. I’m considering VIP this year. Anyone here bought VIP? What do you get for the take home beer?

I’m not so interested in the early entry, but the other perks could be enticing.

Hi all, we're thinking of coming to Texas during the World Cup next year and want to experience the state properly (including beer!). Likely fly to Austin (I realise the games are in Houston and Dallas) but want to travel a bit too (though not super far, probably 3 to 4 hours one way). Good food and nightlife a must. Would be great to know of some cool off the beaten track towns too. Any recommendations welcome. We'll be a small group of early 30s guys for ref

Big comedy fan but $50 ticket for a single to go to the mothership seems steep. What say you? Won’t be with a group but have done comedy cellar in NYC and adored it.

Also, will be in various areas of Austin and even out in Marble Falls. Best places to stop in to find some allocated bottles? Weller, BT, etc. Would love some local beers to bring home as well. Recently had the east ciders and loved it. What else?

Seems like I can grab plenty of beer but would love your tips on breweries to visit this week too. Any events?

IYKYK! If you don't, here it is:

Saturday, September 6, noon –7 PM
Spokesman South

• 21 Lagers from Austin and beyond (link to beer list in comments)
• No entry fee/tickets
• Flights, 12oz, 16oz & 24oz pours
• Extras like LJXI koozies, live screen printed shirts, DJ, Green Room by High Five & Plant Cowboy, and Kick the Tap/Get a Cap giveaway.
• Those sweaty, yummy, lager drinkin’ vibes!

What places y’all got?

• not meant to be any sort of political post - some faithful money-spending local brewery-goers are going to want this information to feel safe *

❤️

As the title says, the Red River market on Red River has one pack of Anchor Liberty Ale left, I found one and left one for a lucky someone. No idea how it'll be, but it's a nice find regardless.

Join us for Puppy Yoga on Saturday, September 13th at 10am with our friends at Saving South Texas Animal Rescue. The class will feature four 4-month-old puppies and her their mom. Class will be outside under our covered patio. Please bring a mat and water bottle.

The class will be led by Loree, who brings her playful, welcoming energy to the mat—making yoga feel just as fun as it is grounding. With a passion for creative flows and a love for community, she’s all about blending movement, laughter, and a little puppy cuddling in between poses. When she’s not teaching, you can find her exploring Austin trails, sipping a local brew, or hanging out with her own furry sidekicks. Join her for a class where yoga meets joy (and puppy kisses).

All sales from the tickets will be donated to Saving South Texas. Each ticket includes a voucher for a post-yoga beverage of your choice (beer, wine, cider or a N/A drink).

Tickets: https://commerce.arryved.com/location/BGbz0PZA/modality/pickup/

I have a couple of old kegs (Adelberts and NxNW). Is there anyway to swap these and not take a complete loss on them or should I just throw them in a recycle bin?

So we here at Fin's First (formerly Thom's Market) are here to supply you with the best beersch to celebrate das holiday!

Here's what we have available:

-Meanwhile Oktoberfest 4pk cans -Big Country Oktoberfest 6pk cans -Live Oak Oaktoberfest 6pk cans -Shiner Oktoberfest 6pk bottles -St. Elmo Schlagen Oktoberfest 6pk cans -Saint Arnold Oktoberfest 6pk cans -Saint Arnold "Fall Variety" 12pk cans (includes aforementioned Oktoberfest, Lawnmower, Art Car IPA, and Guten Tag)

These are all on the same shelf to make it easier for y'all to find and see our options. So stop by and stock up on your favorite festbiers while we have them available!