Join us Thursday, August 11th for a massive launch, as we welcome Big Ditch Brewing Company to the Capital Region!
Big Ditch Brewing Company, one of Buffalo's best craft breweries, is expanding distribution to our area and kicking things off here at The Ruck! We'll be one of the first craft beer bars in the region to offer their beers!
They'll be taking over 5 of our taps, offering free samples, and putting some FREE FOOD (wings, sliders, pretzels and tots) out for everyone to enjoy. Along with Big Ditch's sales team, Head Brewer and Co-Owner Corey Catalano will be here to meet and greet (and drink some beers, of course).
A little bit about the brewery - Big Ditch Brewing Company’s founders were former scientists turned brewers, using their intuition to create new and exciting beers right from their garage. Big Ditch gets their name from the influence the Erie Canal has had on the development of Buffalo and the rest of New York State. “And those who are shaping the next 100 years of prosperity are the ones we brew Big Ditch beer for – a beer that celebrates our roots and serves as a reminder that the Buffalo of the future is being built with the same strength, pride and ambition that created the Erie Canal nearly two centuries ago.”
Without further adieu. The Beer!
Hayburner American IPA - 7.2% ABV
Hayburner is a luscious and citrusy IPA, with primary notes of orange, melon, grapefruit, and a slightly earthy finish. It packs a firm bitterness but remains balanced by abundant late hop additions and a soft, airy malt base.
Dayburner Refreshing IPA - 4.9% ABV
Burning a day is a beautiful thing. That's the idea behind Dayburner, a refreshing all-season IPA that boasts a taste (and name) complementary to our flagship IPA. It has citrus flavor, delicious drinkability and a smooth finish suited for days you never want to end.
Cannon Call Double IPA - 8.4% ABV
Cannon Call is a New England Style double IPA with Mosaic, Nelson Sauvin, Idaho 7, and Simcoe hops to yield a tropical flavor explosion with notes of white grape and orange zest.
Excavator Brown Ale - 6.2% ABV
Excavator incorporates seven different malts to achieve a rich, yet smooth flavor and balance. It is highlighted by judicious amounts of chocolate malt, with a subtle, spicy finish from the use of flaked rye.
Dock Jams Sour Fruit Beer - 5% ABV
When you're ready to enjoy the warmer weather, this is the beer for you. Dock Jams is brewed with hibiscus flowers and New York State grape juice to be lightly tart with a big floral aroma and a delicious fruity finish. It looks like punch but drinks with much more complexity while remaining refreshing.
Get ready for an exciting evening when Big Ditch comes to town! Let’s show them what Troy is all about! Cheers!