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Join Gritty McDuff’s at different events in New England

GRITTY MCDUFF’S BREWING COMPANY KEEPS NEW ENGLANDERS ON THEIR TOES WITH BEERCENTRIC ACTIVITIES

Portland, ME – Maine craft brewer Gritty McDuff’s Brewing Company (www.grittys.com) is keeping New Englanders moving this winter with a range of activities and opportunities for fun.

Ski and Snowboard with the Gritty Girls at Mt Abram’s
On Saturday, Jan. 31, catch the FREE Gritty’s bus to Mt. Abram’s. The bus leaves from Gritty’s Freeport at 7 a.m. and from Gritty’s L/A Brew Pub at 7:45 a.m. On-board giveaways break up the trip. Ski all day and then have a pint or two of Gritty’s for $2 each in the Loose Boot Lounge! Sign-up at www.grittys.com.

Hit the Slopes During Monday Night Madness at Shawnee Peak
Gritty’s fine ales are on special in the Blizzard’s Pub at Shawnee Peak. From 11:30 a.m. until the lifts close (or even later), enjoy ales, appetizers, and lunch and dinner specials. Most menu items are priced below $9. Live entertainment seals the deal at Blizzard’s Pub!

Gritty’s Food and Brews Featured at Flavors of Freeport
Discover the best of Maine’s food and flavors Feb. 6-8 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Freeport. Friday night features the Chef’s Signature Series from 5-7 p.m. and includes sampling from Freeport’s many restaurants, including Gritty’s. On Saturday, enjoy Libations Sensations from 1-4 p.m. to get a taste of Maine’s beverages of choice, including Gritty’s fine ales, Cold River Vodka and an array of wines.

Gritty’s Toboggan Team at the National Toboggan Championships
The Gritty’s team will hit the sled run in flaming red union suits and aim for the fastest run at the National Toboggan Championships at the Camden Snow Bowl, Feb. 6-8. Lots of Gritty’s specials and plenty of fun!

Excellent Beer and Award-Winning Pubs
Since its founding in 1998, Gritty McDuff’s, Maine’s first brew pub since Prohibition, has brewed creative, quality beers that have earned awards ranging from repeat First Place wins at the annual Real Ale Festival in Chicago, to their most recent award: a silver medal at the prestigious 2007 Great British Beer Festival for Gritty’s cask-conditioned version of the 21 IPA. Gritty’s Brew Pubs also have frequently won in statewide polls the titles of “Maine’s Best Brew Pub,” “Best Maine Microbrew,” and “Best Bar.”

In addition to brewing, Gritty McDuff’s operates three popular brew pubs in Maine. Located in Portland, Freeport and Auburn, the locations draw crowds of all ages. Known for their four seasonal ales and five year-round ales, tempting pub fare and welcoming atmosphere, Gritty’s pubs have been named an Editor’s Pick by Condé Nast Traveler, highlighted as “a legend among New England brewpubs” by The Boston Globe, and cited by Playboy.com as one of the best bars in America. Gritty’s has earned numerous accolades from a wide variety of beer blogs and industry press outlets, as well.