Afterburner, our flagship American IPA intensified with more malt, more hops, and coming in at 9.0% ABV, was brewed for Hayburner’s biggest fans. This imperial IPA is best described as a citrus bomb, with huge orange flavor and aroma, yet still possessing Hayburner’s classic bitter edge, alcohol bite, and excellent drinkability.
Online ordering for pickup at our tap room or shipping (currently shipping to NY & PA only) will be available beginning Friday, 6/28. Limited distro starting next week.
It’s been several months since we announced our intention to open a tap room and brewery in Lockport. We provided a bit of background around that decision in December. We thought it was time (overdue in fact!) for an update on the progress we’ve made since then.
The time since our last update has mostly been consumed with completing a mountain of paperwork. We’ve completed all the drawings of the space. This includes important pieces like plumbing, electrical, flooring, build outs of the kitchen, bars, and brewery, and important changes to the site like the installation of new staircases that allow for guests to go between the upper floor, where the main tap room will be, and the lower floor, which will be where the private event space, the brewery, the keg cooler, and the offices will be located.
We’ve applied for our federal brewing permits, our New York State alcohol manufacturing permits, as well as our liquor license.
The brewery design is completed and we’re just about ready to order equipment. We’re working with Blichmann to order our 2-barrel electric brewing system along with five 2-barrel fermenters. The kitchen design is complete as well. The Lockport kitchen equipment will be similar to our downtown kitchen equipment except for a new conveyor pizza oven which will ensure our pizzas are cooked evenly and perfectly every single time.
We’ve also completed the orders for our front-of-house furniture and audio/video equipment. We’re currently in the process of finalizing the interior design of the space. Once this is done, we hope to share a rendering of the new space with all of you, so you get an idea of what it’s going to look like when it’s ready to open.
The best news is that we finally began construction to turn the space into our tap room this past week! The fact that construction has started means that we now have a better idea of the timeline for opening… don’t worry, we’re getting to that.
Most importantly, we’ve made the first hire for our Lockport location in June, which is our General Manager. Our new GM Chelsie will be spending several months training at our downtown tap room before working full time on opening our Lockport location. At that time, we’ll probably start to hire other employees for the new location, starting with managers (expect see a job posting shortly for the Kitchen Manager position), and then moving on to bartenders, servers, line cooks, etc. We’ve had several inquiries about employment already – please be patient with us! We will definitely let you know when we’re ready to hire the rest of our staff. We’re excited to meet all of you!
We’ve got a new menu update with some great new items launching today. (Don’t worry, our most popular dishes aren’t going anywhere) Our new menu includes something for everyone, including a few wallet friendly items that taste amazing and will fill you up, some great vegetarian items, and more! What’s new:
SWEET BLUES ($10) Sweet potato fries, bleu cheese crumbles, honey butter, green onions.
SOUTHWESTERN BOWL ($13) Pico de gallo, black bean corn relish, cheddar cheese, avocado, chipotle ranch, served over wild rice. (You can add chicken, shrimp or steak for an extra charge)
BEEF ON WECK ($16) We’re finally offering this Buffalo favorite regularly! Thin sliced roast beef on a toasted kimmelweck roll, served with a side of horseradish and au jus.
BLACK BEAN MELT ($16) Grilled black bean patty, avocado spread, pepper jack, Pico de Gallo, jalapeños on grilled sourdough.
GARDEN PIZZA ($17) Housemade tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, onions, spinach, bell peppers.
Stock up for the long weekend with the return of two of our favorite IPAs – Stark White Dad Shoes and West Coast Burner!
STARK WHITE DAD SHOES: Perfect for drinking while mowing the lawn, grilling on the deck, watching golf, backing into parking spaces, or falling asleep on the couch, Stark White Dad Shoes is brewed with New Zealand Riwaka and Australian Galaxy hops. This IPA is best described as a passion fruit bomb. It’s super pungent and intensely fruity with very low bitterness. 6.2% ABV.
WEST COAST BURNER: It’s like this, and like that, and like this, and uh – West Coast Burner is just as bold and citrusy as our flagship American IPA with an extra kick of grapefruit, pine, and an even more bitter yet clean finish. Have one, then just chill, ‘til the next episode. 7.2% ABV.
Both beers will be available at our tap room beginning this Friday, May 24 on tap and in 4-packs (16oz cans). Limited distro starting next week. Online ordering for pickup or shipping (currently shipping to NY & PA only) will be available beginning Friday morning.
COMING THIS SUNDAY for the first time ever to Big Ditch – Slushies!
Our slushie machine makes its debut this Sunday for Mother’s Day Brunch with our first frozen offering – Strawberry Frosé! This frozen drink is made with our own Strawberry Vision Sour Fruit Beer and Rosé. These will be available beginning this Sunday at our Mother’s Day Brunch and will be served all day and every day after that. Sunday Brunch runs from 10AM to 2PM, and as usual, no reservations are required.
BOLD AND EDGY. JUST LIKE YOU.
This time of year always puts a little bounce in our step and flare in our wardrobe. So when those beautiful spring days hit and you’re deciding what to wear and what to drink, Sport Jorts is the answer to both. Sport Jorts is a Double IPA bursting with tropical flavors of mango, guava and watermelon candy, and pairs well with frayed edges, exposed pockets, and a bitchin’ good time. 8.3% ABV.
Available on draft and in 4-packs Friday, 4/26. Stop by the tap room
We’re turning nine! To celebrate this year’s anniversary, we’re bringing you a beer and food tasting experience from around the world! Drink beer and eat small plates inspired by 5 different countries, right here at Big Ditch! Get your tap room passport stamped as you try the different food and beers. Fill up your passport and be entered to win the grand prize – a custom YETI cooler!
We’ll be offering beers and food dishes inspired by 5 different countries. For each food station you visit, you earn a raffle ticket. For each new beer you try, you earn another raffle ticket. Try all five beers and all five small plates to earn a fully stamped passport that you can enter into the raffle to win the grand prize!
The beer and food is inspired by the following countries:
Japan – Yuzu Rice Lager paired with Sushi Wontons
Venezuela – Roasted Plantain Brown Ale paired with Venezuelan Pork and fried plantains
India – Mango Pastry Sour Ale paired with Tandoori Chicken
Jamaica – Tropical Stout paired with Jerk Chicken Skewers
Germany – Dunkelweiss German Wheat Ale paired with Apple Strudel Squares (via Village Bake Shoppe)
This is a FREE event to attend! As usual, prizes will be raffled off every 30 minutes to other local establishments we’ve partnered with over the years. The grand prize will be raffled off at 745pm.
We’ll also have FREE anniversary shirts for the first (75) attendees, FREE birthday cupcakes for all attendees, and Gravy will once again be joining us to provide their musical stylings for the evening. Get here early for a shirt! Limited quantities available!
Cheers to 9 years!
Buffalo Restaurant Week is happening now! Join us at the tap room for some tasty food specials and beer pairings that will only be around through April 21st!
$25 gets you one appetizer from our Restaurant Week menu and one signature flight of beer! Choose between BREWHOUSE BURNT ENDS or FRIED CAULIFLOWER.
$45 gets you two entrees from our Restaurant Week menu and one signature flight of beer! Choose between CARIBBEAN SHRIMP & RICE BOWL, CHICKEN PRIMAVERA, FAJITA STEAK BOWL or SPRING RAVIOLI.
Signature Flights include: LITTLE WAVES Lager, FLOW RIDER Citrus Blonde Ale, STRAWBERRY VISION Sour Fruit Beer, DAYBURNER Refreshing IPA & HAYBURNER American IPA.
BDRC is back! Join us on the third Monday every month for a group run followed by beer and food at the taproom.
This is just for fun! All runners welcome, go at your own pace!
– Runs start/end at Big Ditch Brewing Company.
– Runs start at 6:00pm. No pre-registration. Just show up a few minutes early, sign in, and be ready to go at 6:00.
– Melina from Next Level Running will lead the group runs.
– There will be a 3 mile and 4 mile route planned each week.
– Route maps will be provided.
– We’ll have water ready for you when you get back so you can hydrate before moving on to celebratory beers.
– The run is free to attend and open to all types of runners.
– Beer and food specials for runners each week after the run.
UPCOMING DATES:
April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, Aug 19 (Sept/Oct dates are TBD… Go Bills)
Looking for a unique space for your next event? Join us on Wednesday, April 24 from 5:00-7:00pm for a free Open House to view our spaces and options. Whether you are looking to book a Graduation Party, Wedding Reception, Shower, Corporate Meeting, Birthday Party, Holiday Party or Happy Hour, we would love for you to come and check out what we have to offer. We have 3 unique private spaces available for any size event. We will have some light snacks, beer tastings, and a featured mocktail along with some lovely desserts from our friends at Village Bake Shoppe for sampling.
For questions please email us at events@bigditchbrewing.com
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