This past May, we released another beer made by supporters of LFWMH with the help of Walt Trafari, Master Brewer and co-owner of lot 9 Brewing Company. Walt has been a huge supporter of ours even several years before lot 9 opened its doors. Back in 2016, Lin Godsey (now an LFWMH Board member, Joe Grimm (former community supporter) and Walt worked out the details of a fundraising initiative that continues today and includes a beer brewing and release benefitting LFWMH, the charities it supports, and by extension, the Wounded Heroes we support, and lot 9 customers.
Here's what happens!
Each year, lot 9 donates a brewing experience for up to four people to create a unique beer of their making. Walt and his team provide their expertise to craft the style of beer they’d like to make, the flavor profile and color as well as its bitterness and alcohol profile. The team brewing the beer also gets to name it – typically with a military theme.
Each year, approximately 125 gallons are brewed and, when ready, lot 9 and LFWMH host a beer release for all – public welcome – to experience a one-of-a-kind beer. ALL sales on the day of the release are donated back to LFWMH by lot 9. After the event, and until lot 9 has sold out of the specially brewed beer, lot 9 donates a portion of its sales back to LFWMH.
It's a great partnership and a unique and fun opportunity enjoyed by us all. This year, on May 6th those attending the event were treated to Bravo Echo Echo Romeo (B.E.E.R). This year’s beer was a blend of American & German hops with brown flaked rice giving it a smooth crisp finish. German noble hops help accentuate the classic old school lager aroma that our fathers loved.
We’re already looking forward to next year’s special Brew!