Yuengling Lager...

[peterslovo]

...how I love and have missed thee.

[2nd mate]

First time was driving in a blizzard from Castine to Sugarloaf courtsey of a Jersey pal. A fine beer that was once "core" has possibly gone mainstream?

[peterslovo]

A fine beer that was once "core" has possibly gone mainstream?

Don't care - brings back fond memories (or lack thereof).

We don't have it up here, so I take it when I can get it!

[ICEHOCEY77]

The east coast's version of New Belgium.

[pappag]

Yuengling is probably my most favorite beer. Years ago in college, kegs were only $40 and a bar on campus had $4 pitchers all the time. Definitely miss it out here, but hope to bring back a ton of cases on a roadtrip this fall.

[OSECS]

Wouldn't that be the other way around, as Yuengling is the oldest brewery in the nation ??

[Tippster]

Oh hell no - New Belgium actually makes good beer. Yuengling is more of a nostalgia thing.

[Brock Landers]

100% agreed with Tipp.

[MarsB]

^^^true dat.

Howzbout I'll send you a case of Yuengling lager for a case of Mighty Arrow? Deal?

[PaSucks]

Yuengling makes some decent beers, and it's cheap around here too. Kegs can still be had for 40 bucks, cases for 18ish. They also make a nice Black and Tan, although the lager is still the standby. It isn't quite a craft beer but is probably one of the better mass beers out there for the money.

[pappag]

Out of 1,000+ reviews, Beer Advocate says Fat Tire = Yuengling.

[2nd mate]

None out west or in Maine yet. I was killing the $4 pitchers in Mobile back in 07. Thought they were really starting to expand the distribution???

[advres]

None out west or in Maine yet. I was killing the $4 pitchers in Mobile back in 07. Thought they were really starting to expand the distribution???

Still can't even get it in MA.

[Tunco]

Its good cheap beer.

[OSECS]

Yeah, I'm certainly not saying it's a craft brewed beer, but it's pretty damn good for a mass produced product, that's not break the bank. Their black & tan is always a welcome quaff. And the fact it's been around for a long damn time is kinda cool as well.

[Captain Awesome]

Oh hell no - New Belgium actually makes good beer. Yuengling is more of a nostalgia thing.

If you subtract Fat Tire from the New Belgium column, I'll agree. La Folie? Badass.

Out of 1,000+ reviews, Beer Advocate says Fat Tire = Yuengling.

I think I'd rather drink Yuengling (or as they call it in PA, "lager"), than Fat Tire....

[Tunco]

Go here...



Order one of these...



To go with your draft Yuengling. Be happy.

[krp8128]

Oh hell no - New Belgium actually makes good beer. Yuengling is more of a nostalgia thing.

100% agreed with Tipp.

Lived in WNY for 5 years, can hardly stand the stuff, even though it had quite the following.

[unitofstuff]

As a former PA resident, I miss Yuengling.

[2nd mate]

From thier website: http://www.yuengling.com/faq.htm

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Yuengling pronounced?
Yuengling is German meaning 'Young Man'. It is pronounced "Ying-Ling'.

Why can't I find Yuengling nationwide?
The Yuengling Brewery is a regional brewer that has manufacturing plants in Pottsville, PA and Tampa, FL. Currently we distribute our products over a ten state area along the eastern seaboard. While there is significant interest for our products nationwide, unfortunately we do not have the manufacturing capabilities to service customers across the United States. As a result, our focus and efforts continues to be on our loyal customers and markets that are logistically feasible to our production facilities.

What are your plans for expansion?
Over the past few years Yuengling's expansion into new markets has been limited. Our future plans for expansion are based upon our production capabilities and our ability to properly introduce and service retailers and customers in any new market. Such decisions are
based on a market by market basis.

Where does the brewery distribute beer?
The brewery currently distributes its products in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia, North Carolina, Florida, South Carolina & Alabama. We have been reopening markets and opening new territories to distribute Yuengling beers. Stay in touch for further market openings in your area. See our Distributor List to find your nearest source of Yuengling fine beers.

Does Yuengling ship beer anywhere?
As a United States brewer, Yuengling is only allowed to ship to our assigned distributors. Due to various State and Federal laws, we are not permitted to ship beer directly to retailers and consumers.

Can I buy stock in Yuengling?
No, Yuengling is a privately held corporation and does not offer stock to the public. Nor do we issue financial and annual reports.

When were Black & Tan, Lager, and Light introduced?
Black & Tan was originally introduced by combining our Porter and Chesterfield Ale. This was called Half and Half. Around 1986 our Brewmaster felt that 60% Porter and 40% Premium was a much better blend and started producing Black & Tan. Lager, an old recipe that we have re-introduced, was re-produced in 1987. Yuengling Light was first brewed in 1986.

What makes Yuengling Light a light beer?
Light beers are held longer in the Mash Tun during the brewing process so that the enzymes in the malt have more conversion time of the starches into fermentable sugars. This leaves fewer unfermentable sugars in the mash that would equate to more calories. The fermentable sugars are then converted to alcohol during fermentation; thus, resulting in fewer calories in the final product.

Where in Germany did the Yuengling family come from?
David G. Yuengling emigrated from Aldingen, Germany. It is a town in Wurttemberg, near Stuttgart and Ludwigsburg, Germany which is in the southwestern part of the country.

How did David G. Yuengling know how to make beer?
David G. Yuengling was making beer in his home in Germany before he came to America.

When was the bar in the brewery built?
The bar in the brewery, commonly known as the Rathskeller, was built in 1936.

How do you become a brewmaster?
To become a brewmaster you must successfully complete 10-12 weeks of very intense training as well as a 5-10 years of an apprenticeship. There are two in the United States that we are aware of: The Davis Institute in California and the Siebel Institute in Chicago, Illinois.

What does a brewmaster do?
A brewmaster is basically in charge of and oversees all of the operations of the brewery.

What did Yuengling do during Prohibition?
During Prohibition Yuengling made near-beer which was .5% alcohol, much like the non-alcoholic beers are today. The brewery also opened a dairy called the Yuengling Dairy. Here they made ice cream and other dairy products.

Why did the Yuengling Dairy close?
The Yuengling Ice Cream and Dairy Plant closed in 1981. The family that ran the dairy had different interests causing the demise of that portion of the business.

There is a Yuengling Spring House. Why is that not used for the water supply anymore?
The Yuengling Spring House is located approximately 5 blocks from the brewery. Up until the last decade this was the main supply of water for the plant. With business growing and the demand so high, the Spring House could not supply the amount of water to operate daily. Currently, Yuengling uses approximately 300,000 gallons of water per day.

What time are the tours?
Please see Tour Info for scheduled tour times.

Is there any charge for the tours?
There is no charge for the tours unless you have a group of 20 or more. In this case please call ahead for special arrangements:
- Pottsville 570-628-4890
- Tampa 813-972-8529

I’ve seen Kevin Roberts “The Food Dude” at live remotes in my area and was interested in learning more about him
and how to get his recipes.
Kevin Roberts “The Food Dude” partnered with Yuengling in 2010 to assist in promoting our products by pairing his food and our beer. Kevin is a Food Network Star, an Author, a regular on Maxim Radio (Sirius/XM) and Martha Stewart Radio (Sirius/XM), and owner/proprietor of three famous bars in San Diego California. He’s appeared on the Today Show, CBS Morning Show, and is a regular on ESPNs Cold Pizza. In addition to the media, Kevin also “tours” colleges and culinary schools nationwide to provide cooking demonstrations and entertain young people. For more information about “The Food Dude” and his recipes please visit www.MunchiesTV.com.

[orlowskij]

Good stuff.

[Skirotica]

The east coast's version of New Belgium.

NO!


Not even close. Having lived in New Belgium country and pumped the shit intravenously, I can say that it is anything but the east coast version. The only similarity is that both have limited distribution. Otherwise, Yuengling is just a decent beer that tastes better than Bud Diesal and you get props for originality. It lacks variety and true unique flavor. It is most definitely not on par with New Belgium.


Please, some maggot in CO, send a brotha stuck in Boston a care package.

[HD333]

Still can't even get it in MA.

My neighbor's inlaws live in PA, whenever he visits he brings me back a case of lager. Hope he is heading back soon I am running low.

[krp8128]

If anyone in Maine or along I-90/I-495 needs a fix I'll be in Rochester next week....

[advres]

My neighbor's inlaws live in PA, whenever he visits he brings me back a case of lager. Hope he is heading back soon I am running low.

My buddy brings back 5 cases a week for his poker room here in Boston. I have it all the time