The moment that many have been waiting for has finally arrived. Celis Brewing is back and they have collaborated with Austin brewers, Adelbert’s Brewery, to release Gypsy Belgian IPA. This is the first of many from the Gypsy Collaboration Series beers from Christine Celis, daughter of the famous brewer Pierre Celis. The Gypsy Belgian IPA is in limited release so get out and get one now. You can find the Gypsy Belgian IPA anywhere Adelbert’s Brewing ales are sold.

This Saturday, Twisted X Brewing Company is opening the doors to their new brewery and they are hosting one hell of a party. They have a lot to celebrate starting from small scale brewing in Cedar Park to one of the nicest central Texas breweries in Dripping Springs. Head out to the hill country and check out the new brewery, they even have some big acts performing like Two Tons of Steel and Vallejo to keep the attendees entertained. Tickets are still on sale but get them now because they won’t be selling tickets at the door. Click here for more info.

While we are on the topic of celebrations, Granbury brewers, Revolver Brewing is celebrating their 1 Year Anniversary this Saturday with a big party at the brewery. The infamous traveling craft beer band, Fish Fry Bingo, will be performing along with other local acts. While you’re there, try their Mullet Cutter English Style Double IPA which is their limited released anniversary beer which has been a big hit.

As always, if you’re looking to just get out this weekend and visit a local brewery, don’t forget that we have a list of all of the breweries near you so head over to the Breweries and Brewpubs page and go support your local brewery.

Last weekend the Paste Untapped Indie Music and Craft Beer Festival rolled into Houston to close out the 2013 Houston Beer Week. The festival brought together up and coming artists along with over 60 breweries from both Texas and beyond. The weather was gloomy but the beer selection kept attendees happy. While some huddled under tents to stay dry, others took the opportunity to sample beers without waiting in line. If there is one thing Texan’s are known for, it’s supporting local products and at the Untapped Festival it was easy to see the support as the Texas beer lines were clearly longer than the others.

Some of the big hits at the festival were from Houston’s own Saint Arnold as they unleashed a series of Bishop Barrels and Divine Reserves which went almost as quick as they were tapped. Pflugerville brewers Rogness Brewing put everyone in the Christmas spirit with their seasonal release “Holiday”. A personal favorite was the Apricot Hopston from Houston’s 8^th Wonder Brewing. The apricot brought out the wonderful hop profile and seemed to be a perfect beer for the warm Texas temps. Infamous Brewing from Austin came out with guns blazing and left many talking about their Pumpkin Pecan Porter. While it was light on the mouth it was big in flavor and the profile of spices blossomed as the beer warmed up a little.

All in all, the Paste Untapped Festival was a huge success. The crowd was great and the lines were relatively short. While the beer was flowing, the bands kept the attendees entertained. Many wondered if this was going to be a beer or music festival but as the gates opened the attendees put the beer on center stage. The music was like a soundtrack setting the mood as the beer danced along my taste buds. With such a great success it’s going to have many questioning, who hosts the best beer festival in town?

This week Namaste Brewing has officially changed their name to Kamala Brewing. In September, the Delaware based Dogfish Head Brewing sent a cease and desist letter to the Austin brewpub requesting that the Whip In drop the Namaste name. It seems Dogfish was worried their limited release Namaste witbier would be confused with the Austin brewery. While Namaste Brewing is under a new name, they are still pushing out their great beers and no one can take away the fact that in their first year as a brewery they brought home gold at the 2013 Great American Beer Festival.

Also this week, both the North Texas Beer Week and the Houston Beer Week are coming to a close. Fear not, there are still plenty of great events to check out. After big success in both Dallas and Fort Worth, the Paste Untapped Indie Music and Beer Fest will be closing out the Houston Beer Week on Saturday November 16th. With a very impress list of over 200 craft beers and some great up and coming bands, the Paste Untapped Indie Music and Beer Fest is going to end the week with a bang. We will be out filming at the festival so come say hi!

If you’re looking to just get out this weekend and visit a local brewery, don’t forget that we have a list of all of the breweries near you so head over to the Breweries and Brewpubs page and go support your local brewery.