What kind of brewmaster names his company "Pretty Things?"
This guy...
His name is Dann Paquette. And, he's fast becoming a local phenom. Dann's been getting raves from the beer community ever since he launched "Pretty Things Ale and Beer Project." in Cambridge a year ago.
I discovered the brew early last summer, when Penny and I were having brunch at Craigie on Main. I needed something to go with my Buttermilk Pancakes/muscovado stewed banana masterpiece.
(Full report on that here: http://www.bostonzest.com/2009/07/craigie-on-main-brunch.html )
Bartender, Carrie Cole suggested "Pretty Things" flagship beer, Jack D'Or. It was a surprisingly perfect match, and I've been a fan ever since.
But, don't just take my word it. Come Taste Pretty Things for yourself!
Bauer Wines (also a great resource for beer lovers) has invited BostonZest readers to join their "Pretty Things" tasting this Thursday, January 7th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
See you there.
On the Pretty Things site I found that Dann agrees with me about glassware for beer. He says, "Find a glass with a stem. That way the beer stays colder longer and you can look at the beer while you're drinking it. For cleaning's sake get one that you can easily reach the bottom of with a sponge or shammy." Something like this.
Details:
Writer: Ed Cherubino
Photos: Courtesy of Pretty Things Beer and Ale Project
Bauer Wines and Spirits
330 Newbury Street, Boston MA (map)
Phone: (617) 262-0363
www.bauerwines.com
Pretty Things Beer & Ale Project, Inc.
P.O. Box 426037, Cambridge, MA 02142
www.prettythingsbeertoday.com
