Summit Backyard Bash
26th Anniversary Celebration
We are SOLD OUT! Check out this important info if you have tickets!
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE PARTY:
Saturday, September 8, 2012
11am-6pm behind our brewery at 910 Montreal Circle, St. Paul
$14
21+ only (No exceptions. EVERYONE must show an I.D.)
Rain or Shine
50% of ticket sales goes directly to the Minnesota Music Coalition (MMC), a nonprofit service organization dedicated to supporting Minnesota’s independent music community.
Live music by:
Doomtree, Now Now, Halloween, Alaska, Heartbeats, Caroline Smith and the Goodnight Sleeps
Hotpants DJs will be spinning Rare Soul, Deep Funk vinyl between sets
Master of Ceremonies: Mark Wheat & Jill Riley from The Current
Summit Brewing is pleased to be partnering with Eureka Recycling, Minnesota’s only nonprofit with a mission to demonstrate waste is preventable. Together we are working towards zero waste at our upcoming Backyard Bash. We are aiming to reduce discarded material and to ensure that disposable items generated at the event will be compostable or recyclable. Volunteers will make it easy for event-goers to recycle and compost. We’re looking forward to seeing how close we can come to zero while having a great time!
Parking is very limited, so we’re encouraging everyone to bike, bus, shuttle, carpool, walk, or take a cab. Please see our FAQ section below for more info on these options.
Special thanks go out to the Saint Paul Jaycees and our Summit tour guides for being event volunteers. We couldn't do it without you!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Where should I park?
Parking is extremely limited. This means you may have to park on the street and walk quite a ways. Please be aware of any parking restrictions when you park on the street! A few of our neighbors have graciously opened up their lots for the day. Please only park in lots that are clearly marked with our signs. Again, these lots will fill up very fast!
So if there is no parking, what should I do?
We are encouraging biking and there will be racks available (don’t forget your bike lock!). We are also right off of W 7th, so Metro Transit makes stops not far from here! We are in the process of arranging free shuttles from area bars. Check back here soon for more info. And of course, there are always cabs.
Free Shuttle Info:
Bennett's on W 7th
Shuttles at Noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm
$4 EPA and Oktoberfest pints
Shamrocks on W 7th
2pm til party is over. Every half hour.
$4 Summit EPA, Oktoberfest and Saga pints all day and night
Tiffany Sports Lounge in Highland Park
Call 651.690.4747 for shuttle details
$3 Summit pints all day
O'Gara's on Snelling and Selby
11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 4:30pm and 6pm
$3 Summits
Be sure to buy a pint before or after the party to thank these bars for providing this great service!
How do I get to the brewery?
We are located at 910 Montreal Circle, St. Paul, MN 55102.
Download map.
What are the set times of the bands?
All times are approximate:
11:00 Hotpants DJs (and inbetween all sets)
11:30 Caroline Smith and the Goodnight Sleeps
12:45 Heartbeats
2:00 Halloween, Alaska
3:15 Now Now
4:30 Doomtree
What if I drink too much beer, what are my options?
We have partnered with Drink Drive Intelligently (DDI), a great service that picks you up and drives you home in your own car! Reservations are preferred, plus you get $10 off if you book in advance. Visit www.youdrinkwedrive.org for more info or call 651.338.1425. We will also have cabs available. Note-if you do leave your car, be sure to remove it on Sunday ASAP!
Speaking of beer, what will you be serving?
We will have a variety of beer for your drinking pleasure. New this year is our Cask area, at the back of the cellar and served by our brewers. We'll be offering special tappings throughout the day. We'll also have Kellerbier, unfiltered beer straight from the fermentation tanks, and served out of Fass kegs. "Bier vom Fass!"
The schedule:
11am: Oatmeal Stout with coffee, EPA with Sovereign hops, Saga with Cascade hops, and Pilsener Kellerbier
1pm: Oatmeal Stout with vanilla, EPA with Rakau hops, Saga with Cascade & Chinook hops, and Oktoberfest Kellerbier
3pm: "Black Forest" Oatmeal Stout, EPA with Glacier hops, Saga with Centennial hops, and Pilsener Kellerbier
5pm: Oatmeal Stout with Brett C, EPA with Boadicea, Saga with Citra, and Oktoberfest Kellerbier
Is there a place to park my motorcycle, scooter, or Segway?
There will be a designated single occupancy motorized vehicle parking area near the brewery. We'll have traffic control to direct you when you arrive.
Can I bring kids, pets, or firearms?
Sorry, 21+ unarmed humans only. Licensed service animals are permitted. And by no kids, that includes cute babies. We like them too, but they need to sit this one out.
Can I bring in a cooler or outside drink/food?
Nope. We will be selling food, beer, water, and pop. What more could you need?
Speaking of water/pop-the Jaycees will be selling these items as a fundraiser for their group, so know that your hydration is going to a good cause!
Can I bring a blanket or chair?
No chairs but blankets are okay. Although we’re not exactly sure where you would put one down.
Is the event handicap accessible?
It is! The party will take place behind the brewery, on a mix of grass and concrete.
What if it rains or –gulp— snows?
We have a ginormous tent, weather isn’t going to stop us from partying!
Will I get to tour the brewery?
Unfortunately, due to the size of the event, we will not be conducting tours of the brewery. Just another excuse to come back and visit us!
Are there VIP tickets or a VIP area?
Nope, all Summit fans are equal in our eyes!
What will there be to eat?
Absolute goodness.
Ngon Bistro-DiDi the VW food truck will be serving up modern Vietnamese fare!
Bennett's Chop and Railhouse-Our neighbors just down the street from the brewery. Mmmmm, Little Charlie's.
Barrio-Tacos and beer, yes please!
Pizza Luce-They were a hit last year, so they are back with meat and veggie options!
Blue Plate-Kings of the neighborhood restaurants like Highland, Edina, and Longfellow Grills, and the Groveland Tap.
Dixie's On Grand-Bringing some southern flair to the party.
Black Forest Inn-Sausages and beer are such a natural fit!
The Original Kettle Corn-Salty/sweet, so addictive.
Will there be vegetarian food options?
Yes indeed! Cheese Pizza, Veggie Burgers, Veggie Tacos, Veggie Spring Rolls, Guacamole with Chips, Salsa & Chips, Nuts, Corn, Potato Salad, Pretzels, and Popcorn. For the non-beef eaters there will also be Fish Tacos, Turkey Burgers, Chicken Sausage, Hot Wings, Catfish Fingers and more.
Do I need to bring cash?
Yes! All drink and food will be cash only. We will have an ATM on site as well.
Can I leave and come back?
Yes, we will allow re-admission, but be sure to get stamped before you leave!
Will there be Summit merchandise available?
Yes, our lovely Summit tour guides will be selling a handful of choice items throughout the day. We will also have a commemorative limited release screen printed poster by DWITT. Credit cards will be accepted for merchandise.
What if I have problems with buying tickets thru Tempo?
Call the nice folks over there, they'll help you out! 612.326.6343
Summit Extra Pale Ale
Brewed year-round
The brew that launched a brewery.
A pioneer in craft beer (hey, that rhymes), Summit EPA has been gracing the pint glasses of serious brew lovers since 1986. Bronze color. Gold medal-winning flavor. With caramel, biscuity malts superbly balanced with an earthy hop bite and juicy citrus.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
12.0º P
IBUs
45
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
5.2%
MALTS UTILIZED
2-Row Pale, Caramel
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Light bronze, 12.5° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Horizon, Fuggle, Cascade
YEAST
Ale
ESTABLISHED
1986
Summit Pilsener
Brewed year-round
Czech, please.
Authentic Saaz hops from the Czech Republic give our Pilsener just the right amount of spicy floral aroma. With a crisp, refreshing malt backbone and lightly spiced hops, it’s a taste of the Bohemian life.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
11.0º P
IBUs
25
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
4.5%
MALTS UTILIZED
Moravian 37, Caramel
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Golden, 5° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Vanguard, Saaz
YEAST
German Lager
ESTABLISHED
2001
Summit India Pale Ale
Brewed year-round
Nirvana. Now available in 12 packs.
This traditional English style was originally brewed with extra hops to help it survive the voyage to India. Our IPA is enlightened by spicy herbal hops with a hint of caramel malt sweetness.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
14.2º P
IBUs
65
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
6.4%
MALTS UTILIZED
2-Row Pale, Caramel, Special B
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Bronze, 13° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Northern Brewer, East Kent Golding, Target, (dry-hopped: East Kent Golding)
YEAST
Ale
ESTABLISHED
1993
Summit Great Northern Porter
Brewed year-round
Next stop…Malt City.
Originally named after London market workers who popularized this brew, we dubbed our Porter with a nod to the majestic railway stretching from St. Paul to Seattle. Roasted malts offer up coffee notes leading to a slightly sweet, chocolatey finish. All aboard!
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
13.2º P
IBUs
45
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
5.6%
MALTS UTILIZED
2-Row Pale, Caramel, Chocolate
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Black, 60° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Northdown, Fuggle, Cascade
YEAST
Ale
ESTABLISHED
1986
Summit Horizon Red Ale
Brewed year-round
A richer shade of Red.
An inspired hybrid that blurs the boundaries between IPA and Amber styles. The exceptional blend of American hops (including the harder-to-find Horizon variety) gives it an intense pine, citrus and earthy character in the nose and on the tongue.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
13.3º P
IBUs
60
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
5.7%
MALTS UTILIZED
2-Row Pale, Caramel, Wheat, Cara Red, Black
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Amber, 22° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Summit, Horizon, Amarillo, Cascade
(dry-hopped: Amarillo, Cascade)YEAST
Ale
ESTABLISHED
2009
Summit Sága IPA
Brewed year-round
Epic hop character.
Named after the Norse goddess Sága, drinking companion of the God Odin. With a divine tropical fruit hop aroma and clean, assertive bitterness.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
14.0º P
IBUs
80
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
6.4%
MALTS UTILIZED
2-Row Pale, Caramel
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Rich Gold, 9° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Horizon, Centennial, Amarillo, Citra, Rakau (dry-hopped: Amarillo, Citra, Rakau)
YEAST
Ale
ESTABLISHED
2012
Summit Maibock
Brewed in the Spring
Pronounced “My bock.” As in “Keep your hands off my bock.”
This traditional German style earned the nickname “liquid bread” because it was brewed by monks to help them get through Lenten fasting. Moravian 37 malts and Czech Saaz hops give it a toasted sweetness with a little spice in the finish.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
15.0º P
IBUs
35
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
6.5%
MALTS UTILIZED
Moravian 37, Munich
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Dark Blonde, 9° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Saaz, Mt. Hood
YEAST
German Lager
ESTABLISHED
1989
Summit Summer Ale
Brewed in the Summer
Break out the koozie.
This highly drinkable session beer is made for sunny days and long nights. With a crisp, clean bitterness appealing to casual and serious beer drinkers alike. The refreshing fruity and floral hop aroma is a pleasant reminder to savor the season while you can.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
11.5º P
IBUs
36
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
4.9%
MALTS UTILIZED
Moravian 37, Cara Pils, Malted White Wheat,
2-Row PaleCOLOR, (DEG L.)
Pale Straw, 4° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Mt. Hood, New Zealand Wakatu
YEAST
German Ale
ESTABLISHED
2012
Summit Oktoberfest
Brewed in the fall
Hold the bottle up to your ear. You can almost hear the polka.
Brewed in the classic Märzen style with Northern Brewer hops from Germany. Rich, toffee malt flavors up front with a clean hop finish as crisp as the autumn air. Unfortunately, like the fall colors, this seasonal beer is gone before you know it.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
16.0º P
IBUs
25
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
6.6%
MALTS UTILIZED
Moravian 37, Caramel, Munich, 2-Row Pale
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Bronze, 15° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Northern Brewer, Tettnanger, Saaz
YEAST
German Lager
ESTABLISHED
2001
Summit Winter Ale
Brewed in the Winter
Comforting as a down blanket. And way better tasting.
One taste and it’s easy to see why the Brits call this style Winter Warmer. Nutty, roasted malt flavor with hints of coffee, caramel, cocoa and a dash of hop spice. It’ll warm your cockles. Whatever those are.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
14.5º P
IBUs
36
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
6.1%
MALTS UTILIZED
2-Row Pale, Caramel, Carafa II
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Brown, 40° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Willamette, Fuggle, Tettnanger
YEAST
Ale
ESTABLISHED
1987
Summit Unchained Series
Released Periodically
Venture off the beaten beer aisle.
The Summit Unchained Series gives our brewers free rein to create any beer style they want. To reinvent obscure traditional brews. To choose the finest, rarest and (gulp) spendiest ingredients. The result? Small batches. Huge flavor.
Summit Oatmeal Stout
Brewed year-round
A taste you won’t find everywhere.
While its cascading rich black color will be familiar to Stout enthusiasts, ours is decidedly different. It's made with naked oats from the UK, for one. Smooth and slightly sweet, with hints of coffee, caramel and chocolate. Sold only on draught in select places.
ORIGINAL GRAVITY
13.3º P
IBUs
36
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
5.1%
MALTS UTILIZED
2-Row Pale, Caramel, Oats, Crystal, Roasted Barley, Chocolate
COLOR, (DEG L.)
Pitch black, 80° L
HOPS UTILIZED
Northern Brewer, East Kent Golding, Fuggle
YEAST
Ale
ESTABLISHED
2004