KYSELA PERE ET FILS, LTD.

Happy New Year to us! One of Kysela's most exciting changes for 2016 in our craft beer segment is the addition of Monocacy Brewing Co. to our Maryland portfolio.

We started working with this terrific local brewery in 2014, but only in DC. This year we added Virginia to our sales territory, and now we are excited to add Maryland as of January 1st. Monocacy is based in MD, and up until now, they self-distributed in their home state. Now they have increased their production drastically and are ready for the next level. We are happy to be a part of their growth!

Monocacy's portfolio consists of 3 solid offerings:

Riot Rye Pale Ale - a ruckus of complex flavor is carried in on the amber glow of torchlight. As tension builds between hop bitterness and the malty tones delivered by locally grown and malted grist, a perfect balance is achieved. The robust texture of rye allies itself with the flavors from specialty malts and hops to rebel against preconceived notions of beer. Unseat the crown. Start a Riot. 

HL Rex Session Pale Ale - as one king falls, another takes his throne. The aromatic reign of Humulus Lupulus (hops) is supported in every sip by resounding and victorious malt flavors. Unlike the intense and aggressive monuments to the prior Rex, this veritable Hop King is upheld by a delightfully textured throne and serves as a beacon to those seeking a balance worthy of prolonged sessions. Raise A Glass. All Hail HL Rex.

Brewtus Coffee Stout - from the shadows of a dark and opulent curtain spring the robust aromas of locally roasted coffee and hardy malt. Deep-seated hop bitterness rallies with these conspirators, delivering a well-balanced thrust of assertive flavor to a bland tyrant. Raise a glass in celebration of liberating taste. Et tu, Brewte?se conspirators, delivering a well-balanced thrust of assertive flavor to a bland tyrant. Raise a glass in celebration of liberating taste.

Keep an eye out for new seasonal offerings in the future!

Contact your Kysela Pere et Fils, LTD. sales representative, state distributor, or local retailer to order beer from Monocacy Brewing Co. Available in bottles and draft.

Oh, and be sure to check out our seasonal beer schedule for a quick glance at Kysela's craft beer portfolio & seasonal availability.

It's the brew you can't refuse! The Dogfather is back!

About the Brewery
Laughing Dog Brewing is located on Lake Ponderay in the heart of the Selkirk Mountains. Head Brewer & true Master of Hops Fred Colby and his wife Michelle founded the brewery in 2005 after Fred, a home brewer, decided it was time to pursue his passion.

The Laughing Yellow Lab that appears on all of their brews is Ben, their family dog. He is the inspiration behind Laughing Dog Brewing, and their fetchingly good beer!

About the Beer
Brewed with seven malts and four hops, The Dogfather Bourbon Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout is aged for 3-4 months in Heaven Hills Bourbon Barrels. The Dogfather is rich with flavors of bittersweet chocolate and coffee, balanced by subtle hop bitterness. No wonder its a favorite on Ratebeer.com and Beer Advocate!

And while the blend itself isn't going anywhere, unfortunately this is the last year that it can be bottled under 'The Dogfather' name, due to a conflict of interest with 'The Godfather' movie franchise.  

Contact your Kysela Pere et Fils, LTD. sales representative, state distributor, or local retailer to order Dogfather Imperial Stout. Available in bottles and draft.

Oh, and be sure to check out our seasonal beer schedule for a quick glance at Kysela's craft beer portfolio & seasonal availability.

Has your region had its first dusting of snow for the season? We haven't seen any yet in Virginia, but the nights are cold enough to warrant a bottle (or a 6-pack) of RJ Rockers First Snow Ale!

About the Brewery
As Founder & Head Brewer Mark Johnsen will tell you, this Spartanburg, South Carolina brewery prides itself on keeping it simple & making great quality beer. Following his service in the 1991 Gulf War, Mark was stationed in Germany as a member of the United States armed forces, and he took this opportunity to learn as much as possible about brewing from the experts. By the time he was honorably discharged from the service, he was ready to take his beer to the public - RJ Rockers Brewing Company was born in 1997. After five successful years of building a reputation for having some of the best and freshest craft-brewed beers in South Carolina, RJ Rockers made the transition into the microbrewing industry. Now their beer can be found fresh and on tap all over the Southeast.

About the Beer
This hearty American Pale Ale has a rich blend of spices (along with some honey) that warm the soul on a cold night. Chill the mug, stoke the fire and savor this quality seasonal brew before its gone. Only available during the winter months! 6% ABV.

Contact your Kysela Pere et Fils, LTD. sales representative, state distributor, or local retailer to order RJ Rockers First Snow Ale. Available in bottles and draft.

Oh, and be sure to check out our seasonal beer schedule for a quick glance at Kysela's craft beer portfolio & seasonal availability.