Geeks on Beer : Russian River : Pliny the Elder

Dec 31 : Russian River : Pliny the Elder : on location from New Brew Thursday on Vimeo.

This week we travel to Temecula, CA where we find an amazing craft beer bar called [ Barley and Hops Old World Tavern ]. Scott, the owner, is kind enough to join us for a glass of Pliny the Elder and talk craft beer, craft beer bars, and even a little history lesson in hops.

We wrap up 2009 with one our personal favorites in the IPA world, Pliny the Elder from Russian River Brewing Company. We also kick off a new feature of our show where we introduce local craft beer bars in our area, and eventually maybe through out the nation. This week we start off with [ Barley and Hops Old World Tavern ]. Scott Salmonsen, the owner, sits down with us and we talk beer.

We pair the beer with some fantastic food provided by Eric, Head Chef for Barley & Hops, that included Blanket Bangers with Stone ground mustard (AWESOME) and pulled spicy chicken sliders that are melt in your mouth delicious.

Aside from discussing what great bar he has, we talk about Pliny the Elder the Roman, and Pliny the Elder the beer. Scott also shares some interesting anecdotes from when Russian River’s Vinnie Cilurzo was local to Temecula.

So sit back, crack open a Pliny and enjoy the show!

Brewed by:
Russian River Brewing Company
California, United States

Style | ABV
American Double / Imperial IPA | 8.00% ABV