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Hibernator Doppelbock Beer Release Party

Thursday September 09, 2010 at 4:00 p.m.

Traffic Jam & Snug is holding its next beer release party on Thursday, September 9 introducing the Hibernator Doppelbock, a strong dark lager with a bold malt forward profile and a refined hop character for a serious beer (7.5% A.B.V).

The beer release party begins at 4 p.m. and will f...eature $3 drafts and half off appetizers and growlers of the Hibernator Doppelbock. Traffic Jam will also have a very limited release of its barrel-aged sour raspberry ale on tap. This beer is named Frambwosso, because it is made from raspberries (or frambroise in French) and Owosso Wheat from Traffic Jam’s spring/summer beer line. Musical entertainment for the evening will be provided by Petal Shop. The event will be held in the Traffic Jam’s newly-renovated and expanded bar area and its beautiful outdoor patio.

For a little “bock-round” on this brew, it is a Bavarian specialty beer that was first brewed by the Minims an order of monks founded by St. Francis of Paula. During the spring religious season of Lent, monks were required to fast. Bock beers are higher in food energy and nutrients than lighter lagers, thus providing sustenance during this period, similar to high-gravity Lenten Trappist beers. The Minim monks named their beer "Salvator,” so it is traditional for breweries to give their Doppelbocks names that end in "ator,” hence Traffic Jam’s Hibernator Doppelbock.

 

 


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Nothing quite like it.

The Traffic Jam and Snug, established 1965, is truly one of Detroit's hidden treasures. Known throughout Midtown for our in-house bakery, microbrewery, and dairy, our curiously intimate multi-level dining rooms, and an eclectic menu of made-from-scratch dishes, there is simply nothing quite like The Traffic Jam.

We only use the best, freshest ingredients. We know this because we make everything ourselves. Each day, our bakery turns out a new Bread of the Day, from authentic ethnic crusted rolls and vegetable breads to whole grain sourdoughs and cheese loaves. In fact, head baker Pete Waldenmeyer stopped keeping records of recipes years ago. A shamefully delicious selection of pies, cakes, and cookies are made here too, not to mention our very own hot fudge and ice cream.

Our award-winning cheeses and beers are a local favorite. We actually use the same equipment for brewing beer and making cheese, and we encourage you to witness this unique process from our observation balcony. One popular lunchtime choice is our cheese platter, consisting of three of our finest cheeses, served with premium crackers, fresh berries, and house-made honey dijon mustard.

On December 18, 1992, after a decade-long legal battle, the Traffic Jam became the first brew-pub in the state of Michigan. Since then, we have been brewing an uncommon, ever-changing selection of hand-crafted beers. Take, for example, the Grand Theft Pilsner, or the Java Porter. Available in 14 or 22 oz. pours, or try them all with our 8 oz. sampler glasses.

 

 

 

 

Featured house Brew

West Canfield Pale Ale

A full-bodied copper ale in the British tradition. Lovingly hopped with nine additions for a complex character.

Featured Entree

Deep Fried Battered Canadian Smelt

Served with skin-on potato wedge fries and tartar sauce.

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