Sea Dog Firkin Fridays

Sea Dog Firkin Fridays are in full swing. On the 3rd Friday of every month, each Maine Sea Dog Property will feature a unique Firkin on the Bar!

WHAT'S A FIRKIN?

A Firkin is a vessel used to carry delicious cask conditioned ale, also known as "real ale." It's 1/2 the size of a keg and will be seen resting on its side. We keep the firkin on its side to retain its firkin goodness.

But really...

It's on its side so none of the sediment that settles to the bottom during the secondary fermentation gets into your glass. We want your beer to be as clear as possible.

If you haven't gotten the chance to experience cask conditioned ale, you are in for a treat. Although it is not for everyone, it has a noticeably smoother, rounder more complex character and by most accounts, is a bit warmer than traditional ale. If you talk to any lover of "Real Ales" they will probably note that the warmer temperature allows for flavors to appear that would normally be disguised by colder temperatures.

Over the past few months our Head Brewer, Brooks Mathews, has been coming up with creative versions of old favorites and has featured the following brews:

JANUARY- Sea Dog Brown Ale Infused with French Oak & Amaretto

FEBRUARY- Sea Dog Maple Porter Made with Local Maple Syrup

MARCH- Peruvian Dark Imperial Stout Infused with Adventurous Joe Dark Roast, Fair Trade Arabica Beans

UPCOMING

MAY- Jalapeno IPA

For up-to-date information on beer releases, events and current beer news, visit our Maine properties in Topsham, Bangor, South Portland, and our Massachusetts properties in Woburn and Hull on Facebook

Maine Restaurant Week- Incredible Breakfast Cook-off

Did you remember to buy your tickets to the Incredible Breakfast Cook-off at Sea Dog Brewing Co. in South Portland, ME?

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The Incredible Breakfast Cook-off has become an annual event that draws in culinary enthusiasts as well as those who love healthy competition and a delicious spread!

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This year we have 9 restaurants competing for the title of Maine's "Champion of Breakfast" including:

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Bintliff's Restaurant, Congdon's, Farmer's Table, Good Egg Cafe, The Good Table Restaurant, Petite Jacqueline, Porthole Restaurant, Sea Dog Brewing Company & Silly's

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Some of the culinary delights that will prepared include a

"Creme Brulee French Toast" brought to us by the reigning champ, two years running, the Good Table Restaurant as well as delicious "Pumpkin Ale Pancakes" served with cinnamon, sugar and local maple syrup, brought to our guests by your's truly!

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Guests get to try all of the contest entries and cast votes for their favorites. Proceeds from this event will contribute to turning hunger and homelessness into opportunity and hope, through programs at Portland's Preble Street.Sea Dog South Portland will have their Bloody Mary bar open and WBLM will broadcast its Captain and Celeste Morning Show live from the event.

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This event combines great food & a great cause- what's not to love?

Maine Restaurant Week

Maine Restaurant Week has arrived!

CELEBRATING LOCAL

March 1-10

"Maine Restaurant Week celebrates the ingenuity and innovation of our favorite independent, locally-owned restaurants"

This week-long, food filled extravaganza showcases Maine's culinary abilities and the restaurants that we love! The creativity of local chefs is evident when viewing the menus that will be offered, making your mouth water instantly. With everything from beer battered Italian donuts to Apricot Ale poached shrimp, there is something for everyone!

All three Maine Sea Dog properties located in Topsham, South Portland and Bangor will have a special Restaurant Week Menu available that is unique to that property, with many of the dishes being inspired by locally procured ingredients.

For a full list of Restaurant Week menus, visit www.mainerestaurantweek.com!

Imperial Stout Release at Maine Pubs

Join us for our third beer release of the year at the

Maine based Sea Dog Brew Pubs located in

Topsham, Bangor &

South Portland

We started January off with the revival of Cabin Fever Ale, flowed into Febrewary with the delicious and refreshing Alpine Amber and will be introducing Sea Dog

Imperial Stout

March 5th

at 4pm

*Mug Club Members receive a special treat

Alpine Amber Ale Release - TODAY!

Alpine Amber will make its debut at Sea Dog Brew Pubs in Topsham, South Portland and Bangor, Maine today!

Alpine Amber is a smooth, delicious beer that we have tried out before at our sister property, Federal Jack's, in Kennebunk, Maine. It's a hit among locals and visitors alike and we are proud to be brewing this awesome ale.

We can only brag about how refreshing and delicious our beers are so much until you have to come try them out for yourself. It is definitely worth the trip to Maine for our
beer releases, which happen on the first Monday of every month. If you’re not a fan
of beer, but want to check out the vibe at our brew pubs, we also have locations in Hull and Woburn, MA!

Sea Dog Breakfasts

We know you have tried our beers, but have you experienced our breakfasts?

Sea Dog Brewing Co. in Topsham offers a delicious Sunday buffet that is a locally inspired, creative take on brunch. There is always a huge variety that can meet the standards of even the pickiest eaters.

This week the menu included such things as BBQ Spiced Bacon Wrapped Scallops, Ale Brined Duck Fat Fried Chicken Wings, Local Organic Homefries, and Parsnip & Ham Hash, just to name a few.

$3.00 Bloody Marys, Mimosas & Margaritas ALL DAY in Topsham!

For a complete menu and for future menus, visit the Sea Dog Brewing Company Topsham Facebook page.

Sea Dog Brewing Co. in South Portland also offers breakfast on Saturday & Sunday as well as a full "Build your Own Bloody Mary Bar" from 9am-1pm.

With an emphasis on hearty breakfasts and delicious breakfast cocktails, breakfast in South Portland has never been better!

Releases and Firkins and Beer, OH MY!

If you've been on a Sea Dog Hiatus, now is the time to

make your return!

We have run...no...sprinted into the new year with beer on our minds!

This year you'll see at least 1 new beer release each month, Firkin Fridays on the third Friday of each month, and many many more beer-centric initiatives that are sure to make your taste buds tingle.

Our first Firkin Friday took place on December 16, 2011 with our Cask Conditioned Sea Dog Winter Ale.

We are raising the bar with our second Firkin Friday on January 20th, with the unveiling of an incredibly flavorful and unique ale that will only be available until the firkin is finished.

For more information regarding beer releases, Firkin Fridays, Mug Club Memberships, or anything of the like, feel free to contact us at any of our Maine locations or by e-mail at:

Sea Dog Brewing Co. representative: Sade.l.peters@gmail.com