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Russian River PLINY THE YOUNGER lands in Philadelphia!

Kegs of the revered Russian River Pliny the Younger 2012 are in Philadelphia. Let the madness begin.  As many of you know, Pliny the Younger is a Triple IPA — hopped 3 times more than Russian River’s standard IPA, and is dry hopped 4 different times.  It’s hoppy, delicious, and extremely limited.  Philadelphia is lucky enough to get a very limited amount of this highly-acclaimed Triple IPA, Pliny the Younger.  

Where can you find Russian River Pliny the Younger 2012 tappings in Philadelphia? PhillyTapFinder will be gathering all of the Pliny the Younger 2012 tappings here and will update regularly.  Please note that because of the chaos that Pliny the Younger creates, several Philadelphia bars prefer that we do not post when the kegs will be tapped.  We, of course, will not post the times for these bars.  Also, please do not call any these bars to inquire.  When they are ready for the information to be public, I will immediately update this site.  To date, PhillyTapFinder has confirmed that the following Philadelphia bars have received kegs of Pliny the Younger (and when they will be tapped if available):

Grey Lodge

Monks: Monday, March 5 at 11:30am

The deets: $10 CASH for a 6-ounce pour of Pliny the Younger.  MAD PROPS AS 100% OF PROCEEDS WILL GO TO ALEX’S LEMONADE STAND.  Gestures like this are what makes Philly’s beer scene (Tom Peters, in particular) extra special.  Well done!  Here’s the full list of Russian River beers being poured that day. 

City Tap House: Monday, March 5 at 7pm

The deets: 65 tickets on sale at the bar beginning on March 5 at 6pm.  One ticket per person. $8 for a glass of Pliny the Younger.  A great list will be accompanying Pliny the Younger.

Tria: Monday, March 5

Resurrection: Tuesday, March 6

The deets: First 50 people that responded to their email sent on the morning of 2/29 get in a half hour before bar opens for a glass of Pliny the Younger.  I did not post the email address because I assume that the opportunity is supposed to be available for Resurrection regulars that subscribe to their email list (which is a great gesture in my opinion).

South Philly Tap Room:  Tuesday, March 6 at 2pm

The deets:  First come, first served.  Also tapping Sierra Nevada Exportation, Russian River Supplication, Southern Tier Oak Aged Pumking, and Allagash Saison Mihm.

Memphis Taproom, Wednesday, March 7 at noon
The deets:  This one was kept on the down-low.  It’s been tapped.  First come, first served. 

Bishop’s Collar, Wednesday, March 7 at 4:20pm

The deets: Pliny the Younger will be tapped, as will Hopslam and Nugget Nectar.

Khyber: Wednesday, March 7 at 6:30pm (but you can get it until 9:30pm if you have a ticket)

The deets:  $15 per glass of Pliny the Younger.  MAD PROPS AS 100% OF PROCEEDS WILL GO TO THE PHILADELPHIA PUBLIC LIBRARY. They will pre-sell beginning on Sunday, March 4 at 5pm.  Max of 2 tickets per person.  45 available.

Sidecar:  Friday, March 9 at 3pm

The deets:  First come, first served.

Belgian Cafe:  Tuesday, March 13 at 7pm

The deets:  First come, first served.

Jose Pistola’s: Tuesday, March 13 at 10:30pm

The deets:  First come, first served.

Local 44:  Monday, March 19 at 11:30am

The deets:  First come, first served. In addition to Pliny the Younger, Local will tap Elder, Consecration, and Supplication.  New bottle shop opens at 3pm!

Eulogy: Tuesday, March 20 at 5pm

The deets: First come, first served. Can’t wait until 5?  Get your fix on a bit early at Bierstube, who will have several growlers of Pliny the Younger.  

Good Dog: Friday, March 23 at 3pm

Devil’s Den: Saturday, March 24 

Varga Bar:  Sunday, March 25 at 8pm

The deets:  Eater, who broke the story, has the details.

Memphis Taproom:  April 3 at 6pm

The deets:  Pliny the Younger will be one of six Russian River beers as part of a six-course dinner.  SOLD OUT.

If you get any additional information, please let me know at jared@phillytapfinder.com.