Press Releases
For Immediate Release: 4/7/10
Big River Grille Donates Over $1,000 to Chattanooga’s Homeless After Successful “Brewer’s Select” Promotion Local Reverend Involved in Creating The Seasonal Scottish Ale
CHATTANOOGA, TENN. (May 21, 2010) – Chattanoogans lent a hand to people in need by simply enjoying glasses of chilled, slow-brewed Scottish Ale from Big River Grille’s downtown location. On Thursday, February 4th, patrons had the pleasure of trying the limited-time-only beer while contributing over $1,000 to aid the area’s homeless population.
For every Scottish Ale sold at the downtown location’s tapping party, $1 of the sale was donated to Metropolitan Ministries. The organization, located at 1112 McCallie Avenue, provides assistance for people in the Chattanooga area who are on the verge of homelessness. Big River Grille’s donation will aid in keeping area families in their homes by paying their bills and will also provide vital medicines to people that need them.
The Big River Grille management team presented a check for $1,053 to Metropolitan Ministries on February 17th. Present at the ceremony was Rev. Robert Childers, who played an integral part in the production of Scottish Ale.
Childers, an accomplished home-brewer, worked in conjunction with Big River Grille’s Director of Brewery, Clay Gentry, to devise the beer. He then put in a 9-hour day in the brewing facility at the downtown location assisting with the 8-step brewing process. The Reverend’s delicious Scottish Ale touted a caramel-like sweetness balanced by subtle hop bitterness.
Rev. Childers was present at the tapping party to kick of the annual “Brewer’s Select” promotion featuring Scottish Ale. He blessed the beer and also spoke about his own brewing experiences. Guests enjoyed passed appetizers and samples of Scottish Ale while enjoying live music from The Highlanders.
The mission of Metropolitan Ministries is to receive with dignity and respect all who come to us by providing them the emotional and physical help needed. The Ministry offers them the opportunity to gain deeper faith in themselves and hope for their own futures as independent, contributing members of the community.
For additional information about Big River Grille, visit www.bigrivergrille.com.
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Media Contact:
Kelly Wilson
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group
423-424-2000
kwilson@gbrestaurants.com
Press Releases
For Immediate Release: 4/7/10
Gordon Biersch takes guests to Pacific Rim with Asian Fusion Cuisine and chance to win trip to Hawaii
Partnering with Hawaii Convention and Visitor Bureau, Outriggers Hotels and Resorts and Coffees of Hawaii, Gordon Biersch to feature Pacific Rim Menu, Maibock Seasonal Beer and Sweepstakes for Trip to Hawaii
- Promotion to Run from April 6th thru May 16th -
Chattanooga, Tenn. (April 7, 2010) - Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant sets sail for the Pacific Rim from April 6th to May 16th. The promotion will feature:
- Special Promotional Menu featuring such Pacific Rim inspired cuisine as a Kona Rubbed Sirloin, Korean BBQ Beef Tacos and Macadamia Nut Mahi Bites
- Maibock Beer – a seasonal German Lager traditionally brewed in the spring
- A Molokai Coffee with special promotional partner Coffees of Hawaii
- Opportunity for “Passport” Loyalty Club members to cash in points for Coffees of Hawaii gift cards worth $300
- Sweepstakes for Trip to Hawaii and week long vacation on islands of Oahu and Molokai
In describing the menu, Corporate Chef Bill Heckler stated, “The Pacific Rim offers a rich variety of flavors and tradition that fit perfectly with our commitment to offering guests a ‘made from scratch menu with bold international flavors.’ We continue to see guests desiring more sophisticated and creative culinary choices. The Pacific Rim with its broad variety of Asian influences provided the perfect avenue to really get creative. Having spent most of my career as a chef in Southern California, I had a great time developing the Korean BBQ Beef Tacos – the perfect example of broad influences that go into Pacific Rim cuisine.” The menu features:
- Pacific Rim Combo which includes Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi Bites, Ahi Spring Rolls, and Teriyaki American-style Kobe Sliders
- Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi Bites
- Teriyaki Kobe Sliders
- Ahi Spring Rolls
- Garlic Edamame
- Kona Coffee Rubbed Sirloin
- Asian Chicken Salad
- Hawaiian Kobe Burger
- Korean BBQ Beef Tacos
- Misoyaki Tuna
- Macadamia Nut Crusted Chicken
- Kona Coffee Cheesecake
The rich flavors of the Pacific Rim pair perfectly with the special seasonal beer offering. The crisp, clean character of the Maibock Lager serves to enhance the flavor of the Asian influenced items while not overpowering the taste profile. As Gordon Biersch is renowned for brewing traditional German Lagers, this beer lives up to the reputation and can be described as:
- An Einbecker-style strong bock beer. Auburn in color, Maibock is balanced by its smooth, rich maltiness.
As part of the promotion, Coffees of Hawaii will have two special blends featured. First, a Kona Coffee is being used with a variety of menu items including the Kona Rubbed Sirloin and Kona Coffee Cheesecake. Secondly, a coffee from the island of Molokai will be served during the promotion. The two coffees can be described as:
- 100% Kona Coffee – Kona Nightingale – A European roast adds character to the fragrant, wine and fruit toned bouquet of this 100% Kona coffee.
- 100% Molokai-Malulani Estate – A rich-bodied, medium roast coffee, complimented with a luscious hint of chocolate.
Rounding out the promotion is a sweepstakes opportunity for guests to win a trip to Hawaii or a variety of gift packages from Coffees of Hawaii. With no purchase required, guests can sign up online or at the restaurant and be entered to win a dream Hawaii vacation including:
- 5 Days and nights on the island of Waikiki courtesy of Outrigger Reef on the Beach
- Two days and nights on the island of Molokai as the guests of Coffees of Hawaii
- Tour of a Coffee Plantation on the island of Molokai – courtesy of Coffees of Hawaii
Additionally, members of the Gordon Biersch “Passport” Loyalty program will be able to cash in points for Coffees of Hawaii gift cards worth $300.
Helping bring the promotion together were three key partners – Coffees of Hawaii, the Hawaii Convention and Visitors Bureau and Outriggers Hotels and Resorts. Director of Marketing, Kelly Wilson, stated, “These key partners have been a tremendous pleasure to work with. They truly have exemplified the Aloha spirit by allowing us to share some really exciting opportunities with our guests.”
Gordon Biersch fans are invited to sample Maibock and the seasonal menu at a Gordon Biersch location in their area. Additional information and menu items are available online at www.gordonbierschrestaurants.com
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group currently operates 29 Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurants in the United States, including Honolulu, Hawaii. Additionally, two Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurants operate in Taiwan. At the core of the company’s philosophy is a passion to produce and deliver the highest-quality and freshest products. The restaurant features a made-from-scratch American menu with bold, international flavors. Fresh, handcrafted German lagers are brewed according to the Reinheitsgebot purity law dating back to 1516. The restaurants feature a lively and engaging atmosphere, where attentive and friendly service provides for the highest quality dining experience possible.
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Media Contact:
Kelly Wilson
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group
423-424-2000
kwilson@gbrestaurants.com
Katy Sanders
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group
423-424-2000
ksanders@gbrestaurants.com
For Immediate Release: 7/26/09
15th Annual Southern Brewers Festival: Beers And Bands At Ross’s Landing, Saturday, August 22, 2009
All Proceeds to benefit Chattanooga's Kids on the BlockChattanooga, TN – Back for the fifteenth year and bringing with it over 25 of the Southeast’s most notable microbreweries is the annual Southern Brewers Festival, presented by Big River Grille & Brewing Works. On Saturday, August 22, 2009 from 2PM until midnight, Ross’s Landing in downtown Chattanooga will be transformed into a beer-lover’s dream as over 58 premium ales and lagers will be featured along Riverfront Parkway. In addition to the vast selection of beers, a variety of food vendors will also be on hand to keep patrons satisfied throughout the event. Local establishments including Big River Grille & Brewing Works and Kenny’s Smokehouse will feature signature festival-fare including burgers, brats, hot dogs and barbeque, while others such as Yes ‘N Deed, Miller Concessions, and Gene Garden’s Philly Cheese Steak’s offer visitors everything from Cajun dishes and lemonade to Philly-style cheese steaks, fries, and more.
Entertainment will also be a big draw for this year’s festival. Round 1 of the Krystal Square Off World Eating Championship will again be hosted at the event, kicking off shortly after the official start of the festival, followed by several popular acts including Blues Hammer, Ralph Roddenbery, and Beth Hart. The featured headliner for the event is none other than Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, the New Orleans-originated artist famed for delivering a high-energy funk rock show capable of mesmerizing international rock stars. Carrying such accolades as Best R&B / Funk Band (two years in a row), Best Trumpet, and Performer of the Year, Trombone Shorty will have the crowd on their feet and dancing well into the late hours of the event.
Tickets for the 15th Annual Southern Brewers Festival will be sold at the gate for $15.00 per person, and include a commemorative mug and one token towards the purchase of the first beer. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $13 online at www.southernbrewersfestival.com, at Big River Grille and Brewing Works (downtown Chattanooga & Hamilton Place locations only), or by calling 423-757-5259 from now through August 15th. In addition to the discounted price, advance ticket purchasers will also enjoy the convenience of bypassing the entrance line at the ticket sales booth. This year’s festival will again host the popular “Party on the Pier”. Tickets for the “Party on the Pier” must be purchased in advance and are now available online for $75/individual and $125/couple. This premier addition to the event includes private access to the pier, a commemorative mug, one token, complimentary food and beer provided by Big River Grille & Brewing Works and preferred seating for viewing the entertainment happening on-stage.
All proceeds from the 15th Annual Southern Brewer’s Festival will benefit Chattanooga's Kids on the Block, winner of the BBB 2008 Torch Award for Workplace Ethics. For the past 29 years, CKOB has featured life size puppets designed to teach children and adults about social concerns and differences in a non-threatening manner, giving them skills to stay safe and healthy. The programs are free of charge to schools in twelve counties in Tennessee and North Georgia thanks to funding from United Way, Tennessee Department of Children’s Services, Unum, Mental Heath Association of Middle Tennessee, Chattanooga-Hamilton County Medical Society Alliance, Chattanooga Area Brain Injury Association, Tennessee Donor Services, individual donors and fundraising events such as Southern Brewers Festival. For more information, visit www.southernbrewersfestival.com , www.kidsontheblock.net or call the CKOB office at 423- 757-5259 or Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group at 423-424-2000.
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Media Contact:
Kelly Wilson
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group
423-424-2000
kwilson@gbrestaurants.com
Stephanie Cz
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group
423-424-2000
scz@gbrestaurants.com
For Immediate Release: 6/4/09
Escape to the Caribbean with Big River Grille and Brewing Works Summer Promotion
Promotion to feature authentic culinary creations from Caribbean paired with traditional favorite Summer Wheat BeerChattanooga, Tenn. (June 3, 2009) – Big River Grille and Brewing Works is kicking off the summer with an exciting escape to the Caribbean. Featuring a variety of creative culinary creations from Executive Chef Bill Heckler, the promotion will run from the first week in June thru July 12th. Executive Chef Bill Heckler commented, “We had a lot of fun putting this menu together. We did a great amount of research into the rich heritage of the region where so many cultural influences from around the world combine for truly unique and bold flavors.”
Appropriately featured with the menu is a seasonal Summer Wheat beer. The Summer Wheat is a light and refreshing ale that pairs particularly well with the flavorful foods of the Caribbean. Other tropical specialty drinks that will be featured during the promotion include the Drunken Shark and the alcohol free Cool Berry Tea. The Drunken Shark mixes a variety of fruit juices and liquors including Cruzan Mango and Coconut rums.
Guests will be able to indulge in the flavors of the Caribbean with 12 fresh and exciting menu items. Starters include Coconut Shrimp, Jerk Chicken Sliders and Shrimp Fritters. Lighter entrées include the Lobster and Shrimp Salad, Blackened Mahi Mahi, Cajun Shrimp Tacos, and Key West Lobster and Shrimp Linguini. Heartier items include Churrasco Steak, Churrasco Steak and Shrimp, Jamaican Kobe Burger and Caicos Coconut Chicken. Rounding out the menu is the Montego Bay Banana Split.
In addition, guests can enter the “Passport to the Caribbean” sweepstakes, where one lucky guest will win a Caribbean Cruise for two!!
Big River Grille and Brewing Works is operated by the Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group. The Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group is based in Chattanooga, TN and currently operates 37 restaurants. The flagship Gordon Biersch brand includes 27 locations in 18 states, as well as licensee operations in numerous airports and Taiwan. Other branded concepts operated by Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group include Big River Grille & Brewing Works, Bluewater Grille, A1A Ale Works, Seven Bridges Grille, and Ragtime Tavern. Regardless of brand, each operation features fresh, made-from-scratch menu items, freshly brewed beer and a strong service and hospitality culture that illustrates the company’s dedication to providing a unique and exceptional dining experience. The restaurants promote an inviting atmosphere, where attentive and friendly service complement fresh food and extensive beverage offerings.
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Media Contact:
Kelly Wilson
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group
423-424-2000
kwilson@gbrestaurants.com
Katy Sanders
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group
423-424-2000
ksanders@gbrestaurants.com
For Immediate Release: 1/12/09
Record Turnout for Southern Brewers Festival Generates Record $100k Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group Donation to Chattanooga Kids on the Block Charity
Chattanooga, TN (01/12/09) – In a time marked by dwindling charity contributions, the Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group significantly bucked the trend this week by presenting a record $100,000 check to Chattanooga’s Kids on the Block, a United Way charity that provides free programs to teach children and adults about social concerns and differences in a non-threatening manner. The donation, generated by the 14th Annual Southern Brewers Festival sponsored by Gordon Biersch’s Big River Grille & Brewing Works each year, represents an increase of more than 60 percent over the previous year’s contribution and marks the largest single contribution the charity has received.
“This donation is significant not only because of its size, but also the timing. With the current stress on our economy, personal safety is an increasingly important issue for children everywhere and it’s crucial that we continue our work uninterrupted,” said Kelly Williams, Executive Director of Chattanooga’s Kids on the Block. “Businesses like Gordon Biersch make a difference by giving our community the tools and resources that are vital to enhancing local quality of life.”
In total, Gordon Biersch has donated more than $235,000 to Kids on the Block since the partnership began three years ago.
“We’ve been a part of the Chattanooga community for more than 15 years and are proud to support an organization like Chattanooga Kids on the Block that works so hard to improve the lives of children in our hometown,” said Kelly Wilson, Director of Marketing for Gordon Biersch. “Community involvement and charitable giving are core principals of our corporate culture and we are dedicated to making a difference in every city where we have a presence.”
The Southern Brewers Festival is held each August and features over 20 microbreweries from the Southeast, attracting more than 8,000 beer lovers for a day of fun, festivities, food, beer, and music. In total, over 44 premium ales and lagers are sampled during the day-long event and entertainment is provided. All profits from the event benefit Chattanooga Kids on the Block.
About Gordon Biersch
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc offer a sophisticated casual dining setting featuring premium quality food and authentic handcrafted German lagers brewed strictly in accordance with the German Purity Law, Reinheitsgebot (Rine-HEIGHTS-g (shwaw)-boat), that mandates the use of only malt, hops, water and yeast in the brewing process. Hearty main dishes include fresh fish, beef selections, traditional pastas and stir-fry as well as special menus for each brewery restaurant based on local cuisine and seasonal availability of the freshest ingredients.
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc. operates a total of 37 Gordon Biersch locations including Honolulu, Seattle, Las Vegas, Denver, Tempe, Virginia, Atlanta, Arizona, Miami, Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Columbus, Ohio. The brewery restaurant group also owns and operates Big River Breweries in Chattanooga and Nashville, Tennessee and Disney's Board Walk in Orlando. Other concepts include Rock Bottom Brewery Restaurant in Atlanta and Charlotte; A1A Ale Works in St. Augustine, Florida; Seven Bridges Grille & Brewery in Jacksonville, Florida; Ragtime Tavern & Seafood Grill in Atlantic Beach, Florida; and Bluewater Grille in Chattanooga.
About Chattanooga Kids on the Block
For the past 29 years, CKOB has used life size puppets designed to teach children and adults about social concerns and differences in a non-threatening manner giving them skills to stay safe and healthy. The programs are free of charge to schools in twelve different counties thanks to funding from United Way, Tennessee Department of Children’s Services, Mental Heath Association of Middle Tennessee, Chattanooga-Hamilton County Medical Society Alliance, Chattanooga Area Brain Injury Association, Tennessee Donor Services, individual donors and fundraisers such as the Southern Brewers Festival.
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For Immediate Release: 9/7/08
Gordon Biersch Unveils New Menu
Fresh starters, innovative entrees and mini desserts highlight menu designed to complement award-winning German-style beersCHATTANOOGA, TENN. (August 5, 2008) – Chattanooga-based Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc., which operates 27 flagship Gordon Biersch locations across the U.S., has rolled out its new menu featuring seven new dishes tapping into consumer’s increasing appetite for small plates, beer-infused recipes and tasting portions alongside the signature favorites that keep visitors coming back.
The revamped menu reflects Gordon Biersch’s ongoing innovative commitment to meeting the needs and requests of its customers. The company regularly polls customers through visitor surveys and outreach to its loyal Passport members for feedback.
New menu items reflect this feedback by including several favorites from seasonal menus that are being added now as permanent fixtures, including an appetizer of three mini Kobe sliders and ribs with Märzen barbeque sauce (in appetizer or entrée size). Other new dishes include a New York Steak Sandwich and Cashew-Crusted Chilean Sea Bass, and two desserts – Strawberry Cheesecake and Mini Dessert Tasters, sample sized portions of Strawberry Cheesecake, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, Carrot Cake, Fresh Berry Trifle and Chocolate Fudge Cake. Two new alcohol-free cocktails – the “No-Jito” and the Pomegranate Cosmo – also join the list of award-winning, German-style beers brewed on site, an extensive wine selection and full bar.
“Consumers are looking for more options when they go out – from tasting portions so they can try multiple flavors to unexpected twists on classic dishes. We took this demand into account when we developed these new menu items,” said Executive Chef Bill Heckler. “Adding the Märzen barbeque ribs, which made their television debut on Good Morning America NOW in May, was a natural. The sauce is a customer favorite and its spicy, smoky flavor is perfect for savory pork ribs. Served with Asian slaw and our trademarked Gordon Biersch Garlic Fries™, the dish is sure to become a menu classic. This and the other dishes really tap into current consumer tastes for fresh, quality foods that complement Gordon Biersch beers.”
Gordon Biersch focuses on offering the highest quality food reflecting its dedication to fresh ingredients and premium standards. Like its signature brews, all Gordon Biersch menu items are prepared onsite from scratch with fresh, seasonal ingredients and include flavor and taste profiles from around the world, progressive dishes and creative twists on menu classics. The new menu items join traditional favorites including signature garlic fries (invented by co-founder Dan Gordon), Southwest Egg Rolls, Cedar Plank Salmon and Steak Frites, among others.
The new menu marks a year of significant growth for Gordon Biersch, which launched new brewery restaurants in Kansas City, Mo., Myrtle Beach, S.C. and Plano, Texas earlier this year and will open another in Annapolis, Maryland in the fall. Adding to the excitement is the commemoration of the brand’s 20th Anniversary, which is being celebrated with “Back to the Future” 80s parties at each of its 27 locations throughout the summer. Visit www.gordonbierschrestaurants.com for additional information.
For Immediate Release: 7/9/08
Gordon Biersch Enters Asian Market
With
First Brewery Restaurant in Taipei
Taiwan opening marks international debut of Chattanooga-based brewery restaurant group known for innovative cuisine and German-style craft beers
Chattanooga-based Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc., which operates 27 flagship Gordon Biersch locations in the U.S. and celebrates its twenty-year anniversary next month, marked its official international debut with the opening this week of its first Asian location in Taipei, Taiwan.
Located in Taipei’s Xinyi District, the brewery restaurant is a joint venture between the Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc. and G & B Brewery Development (Asia) Corporation to tap the greater China market and its rising demand for U.S. beer. With it, Gordon Biersch becomes the first American brewery restaurant to enter Taiwan since the government opened the market to microbreweries in 2003.
In line with the Gordon Biersch commitment to freshly prepared, innovative international cuisine, the Taipei brewery restaurant will use identical recipes to its U.S. counterparts and fresh ingredients to prepare its made-from-scratch menu. Ninety-five percent of the current offering features items from the U.S. menu, including the trademarked Gordon Biersch Garlic Fries™, along with a number of regional dishes. Further exploration of regional flavors will be the focus for ongoing menu development.
All beers will be brewed according to the same standards found in the U.S. and following the strict German purity law, Reinheitsgebot, which dates back five centuries. The Taipei unit will focus on fresh brewed, traditional beers including Märzen, Czech-Style Pilsner, Hefeweizen and Blonde Bock to start. Due to laws prohibiting on-site brewing, the brand’s renowned craft beers will be made at a brewery in Taipei and delivered fresh to the restaurant each day.
The onsite leadership team is headed by Jeff Lee, President of G & B Brewery Development (Asia), who has a background in foodservice and hospitality, including operations management with TGI Fridays in Taiwan and China and teaching hospitality courses at the Providence University in Taichung, Taiwan. The G & B Brewery Development (Asia) Corporation is led by Brian Green, Chairman of the Lumitek Corporation in Taiwan.
“We are excited to have found a partner that will be able to bring the quality and energy of the Gordon Biersch dining experience to Asia,” said Allen Corey, President and CEO of Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc. “We have considered numerous opportunities in the past for Asia. With the G & B Brewery Development (Asia) Corporation we have a partner who meets our requirements in terms of financial foundation for growth, operating standards and cultural compatibility. For the first time we have found a true partner capable of operating and growing the Gordon Biersch brand successfully and with the highest quality standards.”
In preparation for the restaurant launch, the senior leadership group from Taiwan made numerous visits to Chattanooga where they learned about operations, marketing, training, construction and menu development to ensure consistent execution of the Gordon Biersch brand in Asia. The Taiwan operations group also spent nine weeks training in Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurants in Phoenix, Atlanta and Washington, D.C. A team of training, brewery and culinary experts, led by Liz Stone VP of Training and Recruiting out of the Chattanooga headquarters, spent a significant amount of time in Taiwan consulting on construction, brewing standards, training, operations and marketing.
The opening marks a year of significant growth for Gordon Biersch, which launched new brewery restaurants in Kansas City, Mo., Myrtle Beach, S.C. and Plano, Texas earlier thisyear and will open another in Annapolis, Maryland in the fall. Adding to the excitement is the commemoration of the brand’s 20th Anniversary next month with a week of activities in the San Francisco Bay Area, where the company was founded and bottled beer brewery operations are still based.
In July, Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurants will celebrate the company’s 20th Anniversary with a week of brewer’s dinners and 80s-themed parties at its San Francisco, Palo Alto and San Jose facilities culminating with a special benefit concert event at its bottling facility in San Jose. VIP packages are available. Special “Back to the Future” 80s parties also will be held at each of its 27 locations throughout the summer. Visit www.gordonbierschrestaurants.com for ticket sales and additional information.
Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, the Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group currently operates 37 restaurants, including Big River Grille & Brewing Works, which celebrates its 15th Anniversary in 2008. At the core of the company’s philosophy is a passion to produce and deliver the highest-quality and freshest products. Fresh, made-from-scratch menu items and a strong service and hospitality culture illustrate the company’s dedication to providing a unique and exceptional dining experience. The restaurants promote an inviting atmosphere, where attentive and friendly service complement fresh food and extensive beverage offerings. The Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc. operates 27 flagship Gordon Biersch brewery restaurants in California, Hawaii, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, Washington, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Ohio, Illinois, Maryland, Tennessee, Virginia and Washington, DC.
Media Contact:kelly Wilson (423) 424-2000
For Immediate Release: 5/28/08
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc Announces the Introduction of Award Winning Bottled Beer from Big River Brand
Chattanooga, TN (05/21/08) – Big River Grille & Brewing Works announces the roll-out of its Big River bottled beer. For the first time in its 15-year history, Big River will release its handcrafted beer in bottles in the Chattanooga and Nashville, Tennessee markets. Big River Vienna Lager, Big River Red Ale, and Big River Pilsner are available at numerous retail outlets and are the same handcrafted beer as the highly successful versions already brewed and sold in Big River Brewery Restaurants.
The Big River Vienna Lager is a light, amber-color lager. Since 1833, Vienna Lager has quenched many a thirst with its subtle combination of malted barley, and German Hops, and its clean, crisp finish. A wonderful beer for any season.
The Big River Red Ale is a Gold Medal Award Winner from the Great American Beer Festival. This ale is medium bodied with a rich malty flavor from British Crystal Malt and the distinct citrus flavor of Cascade hops. “We are happy to offer our craft beer in a way that can be enjoyed everywhere as well as our restaurant,” said Allen Corey. “The tremendous support of Chattanooga and Nashville for the Big River brand makes this next step possible in further making available our award winning, craft beer.”
The Big River Pilsner is a German-style Pilsner fermented with classic German lager yeast. It is light in color, but it is a medium bodied beer with a subtle and unique hop aroma; perfect for everyone’s palette.
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group currently operates 37 restaurants with headquarters based in Chattanooga, TN. At the core of the company’s philosophy is a passion to produce and deliver the highest-quality and freshest products. Fresh, made-from-scratch menu items and a strong service and hospitality culture illustrate the company’s dedication to providing a unique and exceptional dining experience. The restaurants promote an inviting atmosphere, where attentive and friendly service complement fresh food and extensive beverage offerings. The Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group, Inc. operates brewery restaurants in California, Hawaii, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, Washington, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Ohio, Illinois, Missouri, Texas, Maryland, Tennessee, Virginia and Washington, DC.
Media Contact:
kelly Wilson (423) 424-2000
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The team at A1A Ale Works highlighted the importance of giving-back to the community by compensating the staff in return for their volunteerism when the restaurant closed its doors for a three week-long renovation. Staff members chose to volunteer for a variety of local St. Augustine and North Florida charities, including Habitat for Humanity, St. Francis House and the Beach Preservation. 
Since D.C., Tysons, and Rockville are all neighbors they decided to "pull together" and get better acquainted. What better way than to benefit the Special Olympics and do a Plane Pull for a good cause? That's right, pull a 150,000 lb., FedEx Cargo Plane!! On September 8th, Special Olympics held its 8th Annual, Dulles Day Plane Pull. In a nut shell, teams of 20 people competed against each other for prizes in different categories to include the farthest, the fastest, etc. In order for "Team GB" to be able to compete in the event, we needed to raise money! So why not go for the gold and shoot to be a Premier Sponsor at $8,500? Between the three stores, we put a game plan together on paper and decided to raise $2,850 from each location. Over a three month period, we did it! We raised money through tapping parties, selling "Stars" for Special Olympics, competing in bowl-a-thons, and much more!
Gordon Biersch Tempe hosted its 2nd Annual Thomas J. Pappas School Christmas Party on Monday, December 17, 2007. Thomas J. Pappas is a school for underprivileged children that will unfortunately be closing at the end of this school year. Fortunately, these children were able to enjoy a pizza party at the restaurant, as well as each receiving a wrapped gift that they selected from a table of gifts. Not only was each child blessed this day, but so were the staff who worked this event. Giving and making a difference in the community is what “it” is all about! 
Who says Kickball is only fun for second graders? Our very own GB Miami team doesn't think so!! Not only do they have fun playing kickball as a team, but they raise money for local charities doing so!! This year marks the second season for the GB Brew Ballers. Their first season was rather productive, as they finished the season 5-4 and had a three way tie for 3rd place going into the playoffs. Unfortunately, they lost both games in the double elimination round, and watched the two last place teams square off for the championship trophy! That's okay though because during the season the league raised funds in excess of $1,000 to benefit local charity's, including Autism Research and Children Cancer treatment organizations in Southern Florida.
Big River Grille and Brewing Works in Chattanooga, TN recently sponsored the 13th Annual Southern Brewers Festival, to raise funds for the United Way Agency, Chattanooga's Kids on the Block. The brewfest consisted of twenty-one micro breweries from across the Southeast and welcomed over 8,000 patrons for a day of fun, festivities, food, and of course beer! The event featured over thirty premium ales and lagers and live music. In total, the event raised almost $61,000 solely benefiting United Way Agency, Chattanooga's Kids on the Block (CKOB). Over the past two years, Big River has partnered with CKOB to raise a total of $135,841. In a Sponsor Recognition Party, Kelly Wilson, Senior Brand Manager for Gordon