Greg Engert at 918 F Street Coupons and Deals

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You drink it bottled, canned, and on draft, but how much do you really know about beer? Fortify your knowledge with today's stout experience at LivingSocial's 918 F Street building: $35 for a beer tasting and journey through the history of ales and lagers with Greg Engert, beer sommelier at ChurchKey/Birch & Barley and the forthcoming brewery, Bluejacket, soon to open on the Southeast Waterfront. During a seven-beer tasting, Engert will guide you through beer's incredible flavor spectrum detailing the beverage's long and complex history, from the tart and smokey flavors characterized by brewing in the early days of civilization; to the spiced-then-hoppy ales of the Middle Ages; to the malty, roasted, and finally crisp flavors created during the Industrial Revolution. One of Food & Wine's Sommeliers of the Year, Engert is an expert in the burgeoning art of food and beer pairing, which he gives special attention to in the class. He'll also discuss proper methods of storing, serving, and tasting beer. While you sip on these brews, you'll nosh on appetizers, including a variety of artisanal cheeses; cured meats; a baguette; and accoutrements including mixed olives, mustard, and cornichons. Head to this gorgeous spot on December 17 or 18 for what's sure to be an intoxicating experience.