Since the inception of the Northwest Beer Guide this writer has made it a goal to expose the Internet to beers produced and sold in the Pacific Northwest. But very rarely am I given an opportunity to promote or discuss a local brewery who has expanded their distribution to include another state in the Pacific Northwest.

Introducing Breakside Salted Caramel Stout, the latest beer to be released outside their native Oregon.

A collaboration with Salt & Straw Ice Cream, Salted Caramel Stout has been one of our most popular draft seasonal brews now for the first time available in bottles. A rich stout base mixes with sea salt and specially­ made salted. this beer is rich and balanced with a luscious caramel flavor in the mid palate, a hint of salt in the finish, and a smooth roastiness.

At 6.70% ABV and 28 IBUs, Salted Caramel Stout is a mixture of malts Two Row, Chocolate, Roasted Barley, CaraMunich, and Flaked Barley. For those hop heads out there you’ll be pleased to know that Newport hops were used throughout the development. Additional ingredients include salted caramel and sea salt.

As part of their commitment to inspire you to try Breakside Brews, brewers Ben Edmunds and Sam Barber will be in Seattle to answer your questions about this or other Breakside beers.

Wednesday February 5th, 2014 5pm­-8pm
Beveridge Place Pub at 6413 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136

• Look for Salted Caramel Stout, Wanderlust IPA, Oude Noire & Thoroughly Modern IPA to be featured at this event.

Thursday February 6th, 2014 4pm-6pm
Red Papaya Ale & Spirits at 530 1st Avenue North Seattle, WA 98109

• Featured beers will be Salted Caramel Stout, Wanderlust IPA, Framboise & Safe Word Triple IPA

Thursday February 6th, 2014 7pm-9pm
Naked City at 8564 Greenwood Avenue North Seattle, WA 98103

• Try the Salted Caramel Stout, or enjoy Safe Word Triple IPA and Framboise

Cheers

About Breakside Brewery

Breakside Brewery is a craft brewery producing exciting combinations of traditional and experimental beers, serving Oregon through wholesale accounts and their own brewpub in the Woodlawn Neighborhood of Portland, Ore. Sourcing locally and producing seasonally, Breakside owner Scott Lawrence is committed to supporting the community and expanding palates with a fresh approach to the industry, investing in the talent of a seasoned team. Brewmaster Ben Edmunds works with local chefs and fellow brewers to foster a culture of collaboration, while also setting the standard for innovation and creativity. Finding unique sources of inspiration, he incorporates uncommon brewing ingredients at the peak of their freshness and flavor in his own brews. The brewery is currently set to debut an expanded brew house in Milwaukie, Ore. late 2012 allowing creation of Breakside’s avant-garde beers at a higher volume. Breakside Brewery is located at 820 NE Dekum St.; Portland, Ore. and is open for lunch, dinner and happy hour. Find more information at www.breaksidebrews.com  or by calling 503-719-6475. Follow us on Facebook at Breakside Brewery or on Twitter @breaksidebrews.