Saltwater Brewery, Barrel of Monks Brewing, and 3 Sons Brewing collaborate on beers for Publix dinner series

August 20, 2019

Recently, 3 Sons Brewing, Saltwater Brewery, and Barrel of Monks Brewing announced that their three breweries were collaborating on a beer called “Lime in the CocoMonk.” When we reached out to Saltwater Brewery for more information, Director of Operations Dustin Jeffers said that the collaboration on this beer went deeper than just one beer – there would be a series of beers that the breweries worked on in order to launch them at two Publix Aprons beer dinners in South Florida.

“We did a collab at Barrel of Monks with 3 Son’s for an upcoming Publix Apron dinner series. It is called Lime in the CocoMonk, and is going to be a 7% Saison with coconut, lime, and dry-hopped with Sabro hop (gives off similar flavors). It will be bottle conditioned in 750s and on draft. Idea is to have the flavors there, but not over the top because it is meant to pair with food. The dinners are on Friday August 30^th at the Boca Raton Publix Apron and Saturday August 31^st at the Plantation Apron store. Here is the info on the dinner:

Boca Raton Dinner

Plantation Dinner

1^st Course

Collaboration Brew – Lime in the CocoMonk

Key Lime & Coconut Milk Ceviche with Bay Scallops & Shrimp

2^nd Course

3 Son’s – Dopealicious IPA

Barrel of Monks, Single in Havana – Belgian Single with Guava

Dry Rubbed Jerk Wings with Mango Dipping Sauce

3^rd Course

Saltwater – Sea Cow Milk Stout

3 Son’s – Tropical Acres Berlinerweisse

Crispy Miso-Glazed Pork Belly with Shiitake Relish & Celery Root Puree

4^th Course

Saltwater – Passion Pit

Barrel of Monks – Three Fates Triple – Belgian Triple Ale

Spiced Apple Cake with Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Icing

“We are also doing one on Sept 13^th and 14^th (Plantation and Boca) with M.I.A. Brewing,” says Jeffers. “For that, we are doing an IPA fermented with kveik yeast with spicy peppers and mango called MIA Heat.”

Plantation Store

Boca Raton Store

1^st Course

Saltwater Brewery – Passion Pit

MIA Brewery – Pineapple Coconut HRD WTR

Pan Seared Sea Scallops with Mango Salsa

2^nd Course

Saltwater Brewery – Screamin’ Reels IPA

MIA Brewery – Mega Mix Pale Ale

Bacon Wrapped Mini Sweet Peppers with Goat Cheese & Romesco Sauce

3^rd Course

Collaboration Brew – MIA Heat IPA

Oven Roasted Chicken with Saffron Cream Sauce

4^th Course

Saltwater Brewery – Sea Cow

MIA Brewery – Tourist Trappe

Caramelized Lemon Tart with Fresh Raspberries

I’m pretty sure each brewery is planning on having their collabs on tap. We plan on releasing them at the dinner first then everywhere else. The idea was also to use adjuncts in the beer that you can buy at Publix. We will give attendees the recipe so they can brew it at home.

Saltwater Brewery celebrates third anniversary

December 16, 2016

Saltwater Brewery of Delray Beach has a lot to celebrate: a new brewer, increased distribution, and now the completion of another trip around the sun.

From Saltwater Brewery:

Join us Saturday, December 17 to celebrate 3 years of business, and more importantly to celebrate sharing it with an amazing local community like you! Cheers to you!

We closing off the roads around the brewery and having an all-day block party!

Confirmed Food Trucks:
Empanada Top
Parabas Grill
Melted Madness

Confirmed LIVE MUSIC:
12-3pm: Joe Dougherty & the Johnson Boys
3:30 – 6:30: Anthony Hall
7-10pm: RedLyte

Full tap list announced!! Stoked for these incredible guest taps from other breweries: Cigar City Brewing Vanilla Hazelnut Zhukov, Stone Brewing Encore 10th Anniversary, Knee Deep Brewing Company Breaking Bud, J. Wakefield Brewing Burial Too Sweet, Funky Buddha Brewery Strawberry Shortcake, 3 Sons Brewing Co. Imperial Clan and Civil Society Brewing Fresh to Death:

For more information on the celebration, the beer list, and specials on Lyft rides, see Saltwater Brewery’s Facebook page.

Saltwater Brewery is located at 1701 West Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach.

Saltwater Brewery welcomes new head brewer

October 14, 2016

Press Release: Saltwater Brewery, a Florida-based microbrewery known for the Edible Six Pack Rings, announced an extension to their brewing team with the hiring of Justin Rick, previous Senior Brewer at Brooklyn Brewery.

Justin graduated from the Master Brewers Program at UC Davis in 2008, and over the past eight years has held top brewing positions at Stone Brewing, Leinenkugel and Brooklyn Brewery. Following the success of the Edible Can Ring viral video, Justin will continue the momentum as Saltwater’s new Head of Brewing. Since the beginning of June, he has helped to standardize procedures, improve safety, streamline operations, grow the Beer Lab, and just brewed the brewery’s 250th batch of beer. Dustin Jeffers will continue to manage recipe formulation and serves as Saltwater’s Director of Operations.

“We’re excited to have such a seasoned and talented Brewer,” said Jeffers. “His hands-on, senior-level experience with large breweries is unmatched and will be instrumental to helping Saltwater grow and improve.”

Justin’s hiring ushers in a third canned beer for the company, LocAle. A crisp, refreshing, golden ale with 3.7 percent ALC/VOL, LocAle is the ideal all-day drinking beer to enjoy at your favorite local event or activity. Cans have been available in the Tasting Room since the beginning of September, and are now available throughout Saltwater’s Florida-only distribution territory. The brewery’s canned beer offerings now include Screamin’ Reels IPA, Sea Cow Milk Stout, and LocAle Golden Ale.

About Saltwater Brewery
Founded in December 2013 by a team of Floridians, Saltwater Brewery is Delray Beach’s first local production microbrewery, with tasting room and beer garden on sight. Using only pure and natural ingredients, each style of handcrafted beer and corresponding name is inspired by the ocean to reflect the lifestyle and passion of the Founders. Saltwater’s goal is to maintain the world’s greatest wonder by giving back through ocean based charities (CCA, Surfrider, Ocean Foundation, MOTE) and the Edible Six Pack Rings. Over 12 styles are typically available in the tasting room, while Screamin’ Reels IPA, Sea Cow Milk Stout and LocAle, are distributed in cans and on tap throughout the state of Florida. Packaging is done on-site with the brewery’s in-house canning line, and the team will soon install an in-line labeler for seasonal and special releases.

Saltwater Brewery to bring LocAle to cans

September 12, 2016

Saltwater Brewery of Delray Beach has been receiving a lot of press for the edible sixpack rings they are rolling out. Saltwater’s year-round offerings have been anchored by Screamin’ Reels IPA and Sea Cow Milk Stout, but soon there will be a third ale in the core offerings, making this a trinity: LocAle Session Ale. Clocking in at 4.7% alcohol, LocAle is a lighter ale and will pair well with the hot outdoor Florida season.

From Saltwater Brewery:

We’ve officially launched our THIRD canned beer…LocAle! 3.7%, and super light and refreshing, LocAle is an all-day drinking beer, perfect for the boat, beach, golf course, or wherever the Florida lifestyle takes you! Come grab a six pack from the Tasting Room. LocAle will be available in the market later this month.

About Saltwater Brewery
We take pride in embracing the roots of brewing culture. Using only pure and natural ingredients, special care is given to each batch of hand crafted Beer. Saltwater Brewery is more than a craft brewing company; it’s a way of life. We opened our doors December 2013 with a team of Floridians, and 1 transplant, whose roots and values spur from a lifestyle that revolves around the ocean. Our goal is to maintain the world’s greatest wonder by giving back to the ocean through Ocean Based Charities (CCA, Surfrider, Ocean Foundation, MOTE). Our passion for making Quality Beer for you is the way we can ensure we give back to the ocean as much as possible! Come with us to “Explore the Depths of Beer”, Cheers!

SaltWater Brewery releases Black Current on Thursday

April 13, 2016

SaltWater Brewery of Delray Beach is releasing their Black Current Strong Ale on Thuesday on draft, and apparently in bottles soon as well.

From SaltWater Brewery:

IT’S BACK! We’re releasing The Black Current American Strong Ale aged on Black Currant & local Sea Grape wood this Thursday, April 14! Black currants dominate the nose of this American strong ale and also create the initial sweet, tart flavor. This beer was aged on local seagrape wood, providing a dry wood aftertaste. (Draft only. Bottle release dates to be announced soon.)

Saltwater Brewery adds new distribution territory

March 2, 2016

Saltwater Brewery, a micro-brewery with tasting room, today announced a partnership with Florida Distributing Company (FDC) and J.J. Taylor Companies, Inc. (J.J. Taylor), expanding distribution to Tampa, Orlando and the surrounding areas, as well as the market launch of its second canned product, Sea Cow Milk Stout.

Look for Saltwater Brewery beer on tap and in cans in the following counties:

FDC: Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole
J.J. Taylor: Charlotte, Collier, Desoto, Glades, Hardee, Henry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Okeechobee, Pasco,Pinellas, Sarasota
Brown Distributing: Broward, Dade, Indian River, Martin, Monroe, Palm Beach, St. Lucie

“FDC and J.J. Taylor have great reputations in the distribution arena and are well respected in the beer community,” said Bo Eaton, Head of Sales and Co-Founder of Saltwater Brewery. “Their enthusiasm for our brand has made us very excited to partner with them.”

The company also released their second canned beer, Sea Cow Milk Stout, following the launch of their Screamin’ Reels IPA in August 2015. One of the only Milk Stouts in the market available in a can, Sea Cow is characterized as dark, roasty and sweet, with 6% ALC/VOL and 38 IBUs.

Saltwater Brewery’s brand and lifestyle revolves around the ocean, which extends to their charitable giving. “We look forward to working with locally based charity chapters such as The Ocean Foundation and Surfrider Foundation in the Orlando and Tampa areas,” said Chris Gove, President and Co-Founder.

Sea Cow Milk Stout will be available throughout Saltwater Brewery’s new and current distribution territory. The team is planning to continue expansion later this year, and will also can additional styles such as Locale, Wheat Wave and limited releases.

About Saltwater Brewery
Founded in December 2013 by a team of native Floridians, Saltwater Brewery is Delray Beach’s first local production microbrewery with tasting room. Using only pure ingredients, each style of handcrafted beer and corresponding name is inspired by the ocean. The company brewed nearly 2,000 bbl in 2015 and donates a portion of proceeds to ocean-related charities. 12 different styles are typically available in the tasting room, including Chocolate Mayday and Don’t Get Confused, while six primary beers, including Screamin’ Reels IPA and Sea Cow Milk Stout, are distributed.

SaltWater Brewery is canning Sea Cow Milk Stout

February 29, 2016

SaltWater Brewery of Boca Raton is making strides in their beer program–when they started out, the brewery was draft only (only on draft and available in kegs). The brewery then announced the availability of Screamin’ Reels IPA, and now, (as of February 23rd, 2016), SaltWater Brewery has announced the availability of Sea Cow Milk Stout in cans around South Florida.