Feb 13 2023

Double Pig’s Ear Braised Chicken Thighs

  DOUBLE PIG’S EAR BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS This recipe for Double Pig’s Ear Braised Chicken Thighs takes comfort food to the next level. Made with one of our most popular brews, it will hit the spot any day of the week! Enjoy! INGREDIENTS 1 TBSP brown sugar 1/2 TBSP chili powder 1/2 TBSP garlic powder 1/2 TBSP paprika 1/4 TSP crushed red pepper pinch of salt & pepper 8 skin on boneless chicken thighs 1 medium sliced onion (white or yellow) 2 stalks of celery chopped 8-10 small carrots 1...

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Jan 26 2023

Winter Whirl Beer Cheese Dip

  WINTER WHIRL BEER CHEESE DIP Give this Winter Whirl Beer Cheese Dip a whirl! It’s made with our new Winter Whirl seasonal brew and our ever popular Pig’s Ear Brown Ale Cheddar Cheese, both available for purchase in our Company Store. This is sure to be a weekend favorite to share with friends or keep all to yourself! INGREDIENTS 2 TBSP unsalted butter 3 TBSP all-purpose flour 2 TSP fresh thyme leaves 2 TSP Dijon mustard 1 (12 oz.) can Winter Whirl  4 oz. cream cheese, room temperature, cut into...

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Nov 11 2022

Wassail Ale Brined and Glazed Roast Chicken

  Wassail Ale Brined and Glazed Roast Chicken It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Let us help you make it even more wonderful with this Wassail Ale Brined and Glazed Roast Chicken recipe. It’s sure to be a holiday hit! BRINE INGREDIENTS: 1 16 oz. can Wassail Ale 1 full orange peel 1 bushel of fresh sage 1 tbsp. salt & pepper 1 tbsp. sugar BRINE DIRECTIONS: Combine brine ingredients and pour over whole chicken in a bowl. Add water until chicken is submerged and let sit for...

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Oct 17 2022

Autumn Ale Pork Chops

Autumn Ale Pork Chops: Autumn Ale Braised Panko Pork Chops with an Autumn Ale Apple Demi-Glaze This comfort food recipe for Autumn Ale Pork Chops is sure to put summer in the rear view mirror and fill your heart with happy autumn vibes! Enjoy with a pint of Autumn Ale! INGREDIENTS FOR BRINE 2-3 lbs. bone-in pork chops salt and pepper 2 cups buttermilk 1 can of Autumn Ale DIRECTIONS FOR BRINE & FRY Mix brine ingredients together in large bowl. Add pork chops and let sit for 2-4 hours....

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Aug 9 2022

Hazy IPA Wings

Hazy IPA Wings This Hazy IPA wing recipe takes wings to new hazy heights! Simple and delicious, this beer brine and hot sauce recipe is a perfect union of our Mountain Haze & Moody Brew IPAs. Hazy brews with hazy wings is a winner every time! INGREDIENTS FOR BRINE 1 16 oz. can Moody Brew IPA 1 16 oz. can Mountain Haze IPA 1/4 cup salt 1/4 cup pepper 1/4 cup onion powder 1 tablespoon red pepper flake whole lemon squeezed 2-3 lbs. fresh chicken wings INGREDIENTS FOR IPA HOT...

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Jul 15 2022

Lost River Light Beer Butter Glaze

Lost River Light Beer Butter Glaze with Fish or Chicken A White Mountains summer means many things to do. One of our favorite pastimes on a hot day is an adventure on the river with friends, family, and of course our Lost River Light Ale! After a great day at the river, bring that refreshing feeling home with this Lost River Light Beer Butter Glaze recipe to cook with cod, haddock, salmon, or chicken. Enjoy! INGREDIENTS  1 stick of melted butter (let cool to room temperature) 1/4 cup of Lost...

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Feb 23 2022

Gnosh Double Red Ale

2022 is our 40th year in business and we’re releasing five special anniversary beers! First up is Gnosh, a double red ale. Look for it in stores this month in 16 ounce, four-pack cans. Gnosh has notes of caramel with a great hop balance and orange and citrus notes in the nose. This beer is a nod to one of our OG (original) beers, Red Rack Ale. IT’S LIMITED! We only made one batch, so buy it now before it’s gone. Why are you calling it Gnosh and how the...

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Feb 12 2022

Kanc Country Maple Porter Sausage Penne

March is around the corner, which is Maple Month in New Hampshire. In the spirit of this sweet season, try this Sausage Penne recipe, made with our Kanc Country Maple Porter. INGREDIENTS 1 lb Sausage 1/2 pint grape tomatoes 1/2 bunch of asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces 1 1/2 lb. penne pasta 1 TBSP garlic, diced 1/2 cup Kanc Country Maple Porter 2 TBSP Butter 1 bunch of scallions, diced Parmesan cheese INSTRUCTIONS Crumble sausage into frying pan and cook until browned. Add asparagus and after 1-2 minutes, add...

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Jan 18 2022

Frosty Goggles Jambalaya

This Jambalaya is jazzed up with Frosty Goggles, which we consider to be the best winter ale in the Northeast. This southern recipe will warm your soul during the winter months! Try our Frosty take on a “Big Easy” classic recipe. INGREDIENTS 2 Cans Frosty Goggles Red Pale Ale 1 lb. peeled shrimp 12 oz. Andouille Sausage, sliced into rounds 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch cubes 1 onion, diced 1 yellow pepper, seeded & diced 1 red pepper, seeded & diced 2 stalks celery, chopped 4...

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Jan 2 2022

Old Man Oatmeal Stout Chocolate Bread Pudding

Beer and food combine with our newest make-at-home recipe. This delicious, chocolate bread pudding is made with Old Man Oatmeal Stout or Kanc Country Maple Porter. Make this for the holidays, close your eyes and it will be like you’re here with us. 😉🍻 INGREDIENTS: FOR BREAD PUDDING: 1 1/2 Baguettes, chopped in to bite sized pieces 4 eggs 1/2 cup white sugar 2 cups Old Man Stout or Maple Porter (if using Maple Porter, substitute all chocolate, for white chocolate) 1 cup milk 1 cup heavy cream 1 stick...

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Dec 29 2021

40 Reasons to Celebrate

Cheers everyone! I hope your holidays are going well and things are wrapping up nicely as we head into 2022. What a crazy year it has been, and even crazier is that next year we will be celebrating our 40th year in business. The fact that we’ve been welcoming locals and visitors to our little corner of New Hampshire for all these years is mind-blowing. We still get excited anticipating meeting new guests and look forward to catching up with our regular guests who still come to visit at their...

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Dec 11 2021

We’re Hiring! Why should YOU join our team?

We’re hiring! Join our team get and $500 sign-on bonus!* Check out the jobs We are so fortunate to have phenomenal staff. We asked some of our current employees to tell us what they like about working here and they gave some terrific feedback– “I love working at The Woodstock Inn Brewery because we’re like a family and every day there is something new and different happening.” “I love working for the Rice family. Working at the Woodstock Inn Brewery, you become part of the family. The owners take care...

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Nov 14 2021

Double Pig’s Ear Brown Ale Chili

Here’s a new make-at-home recipe for Double Pig’s Ear Brown Ale Chili because Fall means football, dark beer and chili! A crock, a chili dog or chili nachos all go great with this beer — and when it’s is added to homemade chili, it’s a taste like no other! Ingredients: 2 white onions diced 1 tablespoon of minced garlic 3 Ibs ground beef 1 Ib ground pork 2 large cans of red kidney beans (drained & rinsed) 1 can of black beans (drained & rinsed) 2 jalapeños diced 2 cans...

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Oct 15 2021

THANKSGIVING TURKEY BEER BRINE

Our Thanksgiving turkey beer brine can elevate your meal to a new level of awesome! We talked to Scott about a beer brine for turkey. He’s a giant fan of brining turkey “because you can impart whatever flavor you like while keeping the moisture in the bird.” Using beer can add flavor and/or floral characteristics plus it’s great as a tenderizing marinade. He walked us through the process and we’re sharing it with you!! Below are the ingredients Scott suggested using a 6-pound turkey. You can adapt it based on...

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Sep 29 2021

Dream Catch NEIPA

Woodstock Inn Brewery has released a new beer called Dream Catch New England IPA. This NEIPA has a 5.6% ABV and is brewed with Galaxy and Idaho hops. It’s got a soft, citrusy melon in the front with just the right amount of bitterness in the finish. Made in partnership with Trout Unlimited, $1.00 from every 4-pack sold will go back to the local Pemigewasset Chapter of Trout Unlimited. The Pemi Chapter is located in the White Mountains of NH and is dedicated to the protection and restoration of the...

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Sep 21 2021

Fall Hiking in The White Mountains with Haley

Fall hiking in the White Mountains is always a special time of year because it’s the start of leaf peeping season. The White Mountains of New Hampshire are well-known for fall foliage. The area surrounding the Woodstock Inn Brewery begins to pop with trees brushed with bright fall colors, signifying the end of summer and draws visitors from all around. Most people head for the Kancamagus Highway for a scenic route through the mountains with many stops to admire the scenery along the way to North Conway. Those who wish...

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Sep 1 2021

Craft Beer Crab Cakes

Take a sip of our Mosaic Papaya Pale Ale then mix a little in with this Craft Beer Crab Cakes recipe… you won’t be sorry!! 🍻🦀 CRAFT BEER CRAB CAKES RECIPE Crab Cake Ingredients: 16 oz lump crab meat 2 eggs 1/2 cup yellow or red bell peppers 1/2 cup of green onions 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning pinch of cayenne 1/2 cup Mosaic Papaya Pale Ale 1 tbsp, melted butter 2 1/2 cups panko Aioli Ingredients: 1/2 cup of mayonaise 2 tbsp...

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Aug 12 2021

Fishing with Haley

Photos & blog by: Haley Dumont, Woodstock Inn Brewery The White Mountain National Forest draws nearly 6 million visitors every year and encompasses approximately 800,000 acres. This provides ample space and opportunity for outdoor recreation. In this blog we will focus on freshwater fishing for Eastern brook trout. Woodstock Inn Brewery is conveniently located across the street from the Pemigewasset River. The “Pemi,” as it is affectionately referred to by locals, is stocked with trout periodically throughout the summer by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. Start your fishing...

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Jul 20 2021

Beer Brined Wings

What’s better than beer and wings? Beer brined wings with more beer! Choose any of your favorite Woodstock Inn Brewery ales in this recipe, and you can’t lose! For this recipe we used Honey Lemon Blonde Ale for the brine and made a Mountain Haze Chipotle Buffalo Sauce.  For the Brine 1 can Honey Lemon Blonde Ale (or any Woodstock Inn Brewery brew) 1 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp turbinado sugar 1 tsp chipotle chile powder 1 tsp...

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Jul 13 2021

Mosaic Papaya Pale Ale

🎥: This video stars Steven Rouse, one of Woodstock Inn Brewery’s rockstar employees and features tasting notes and information on Mosaic Papaya Pale Ale. This beer is an easy drinking pale ale with papaya and other tropical hop flavors, balanced by a light malt sweetness. Woodstock Inn Brewery has been making beer since 1995. It’s New Hampshire’s third oldest craft brewery and is located in North Woodstock. Watch the fourth installment of the Brew Minute – Summer Escape Edition produced by our friends at New England Ski Journal. Read below...

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