Extreme Beer Fest 2015: Survival Guide

Ready for Extreme Beer Fest?!
http://www.beeradvocate.com/ebf/

Use this survival guide to get your ass through what will probably be the best week/end of your life.

Follow us @BeerAdvocate on Twitter and Instagram.
https://twitter.com/BeerAdvocate
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And make sure to hashtag your posts with #ExtremeBeerFest.

Gatherings & Parties
http://www.beeradvocate.com/ebf/events/

^ You'll want to click on the link. We recommend the pre-throwdown at Olde Magoun's Saloon and post-brunch at The Kirkland Tap & Trotter.

EBF Talk
http://www.beeradvocate.com/community/forums/beeradvocate-fests.35/

Geek out with other BeerAdvocate before and after the fest.

General Fest Info
http://www.beeradvocate.com/ebf/info/

Venue
https://goo.gl/maps/Yszpe

Seaport World Trade Center
200 Seaport Boulevard
Boston, MA

Times
Session #1 = March 20, 6-9:30pm
Session #2 = March 21, 1-4:30pm
Session #3 = March 21, 6-9:30pm

Entry Line
Starts on the eastern side of the building, around the corner from Sovereign bank, and extends down the Harborwalk.

• If you have a disability, please alert one of our line crew volunteers or security at the front of the line so we can make your wait a more comfortable one.
  
• Dress for the weather if you plan on waiting in line early.
• Please listen to our line crew and security to ensure the line is kept tight.
• Be prepared to be redirected to walk around the building if the line reaches the end of the building.
  
• We'll be pre-scanning early to ensure that we get you in quick. Have your tickets and IDs ready when you see us coming with scanners in hand.

Fest Guide
We'll have free guides available at the fest with more fest info, beer details, lingo, map, and whatnot. Make sure to pick one up, and then add it to your BeerAdvocate shrine after the fest.

Fest Map
http://goo.gl/C1Rgf8

Plan your attack in advance with our handy PDF map of the EBF battlefield.

The Beer Lineup
http://www.beeradvocate.com/ebf/beer/

Disclaimers:

• All booths will be manned by brewery staff.
• The beer lineup is the same for all three sessions, however, all beers are subject to change and availability.
• Pours are 2 ounces (or less) in accordance with MA State Law. Please consume with respect.
• Please be advised that some of the beers poured at EBF may contain allergens. Ask before you drink.

Note that there will be some beers pouring that didn't make the list.

Respect Beer.
We're all about having fun as we explore beer, but by observing these simple rules and noting a few practical policies, you can increase your enjoyment and learn how to truly "Respect Beer."

• Appreciate what you're drinking. Note the beer's appearance, smell and taste. Savor it.
• Pace yourself, and find out what the ABV of a beer is before you consume. Drink for flavor, not just for impact.
• We've said it before, but it's worth repeating: water is your friend. Drink plenty of it to help detoxify and counteract the alcohol stripping water from your system. Eating also replenishes the system, slows down your rate of consumption, and helps to absorb alcohol so you don’t find yourself inebriated after a few (extreme) beers.

Speaking of Food & Water ...
http://www.beeradvocate.com/ebf/food/

• Don't forget to buy a bite from one of our awesome EBF food vendors. You'll thank us later.
• And we'll be selling bottles of water at the BeerAdvocate booth for $1 a bottle. Stay hydrated, friends.

Beer Fest Line Etiquette
Believe it or not, you're not the only person at EBF. Look around. There are thirsty people surrounding you. And if you follow these simple tips, you'll go from an inconsiderate beer fest noob to courteous veteran in three easy steps!

1. Get your sample, say thanks, and move so others can do the same.
2. If someone has to ask you if you’re in line, and you're not, you're in the way. Move!
3. However, if you feel compelled to talk to a brewer, or ask a question about a beer, and it's going to take more than 5 seconds ... please move to the side to geek out.

That's it. Cheers to you, courteous beer fest pro.

Thanks for your support, and we'll see you at #ExtremeBeerFest!



Hosted by BeerAdvocate. Sponsored by Dogfish Head Craft Brewery. Don't accept (l)imitations.

 

Yes. It's on the map. But @Jason and I won't be behind it. We'll be roaming the hall, mostly. So feel free to stop us and say hey.

 

Nope. First time. And yes, it's going to be a raw bar.

 

Yes.

 

No. http://www.beeradvocate.com/ebf/info/