What we’re about
🍺 Welcome to Maniacal Association of Shoreline Homebrewers - Where Brewing Magic Happens! 🍺
Ever wondered how your favorite beers are made? Or maybe you're already brewing at home and want to share your creations with fellow enthusiasts? Come join our wonderfully diverse family of beer lovers at the Maniacal Association of Shoreline Homebrewers (MASH)!
We're a friendly bunch who meet every first Thursday evening at a local brewery or craft beer spot. Whether you've never brewed a drop of beer or you've been crafting your own recipes for years, you'll find a warm welcome here. Our members range from curious beginners to certified beer judges, and we all share one thing: a love of good beer and great company!
What to Expect at Our Meetups:
Cozy gatherings where you can sample unique, homemade beers
Fun, hands-on demonstrations of brewing techniques
Friendly faces eager to share their knowledge and stories
Monthly themes exploring different beer styles and flavors
Special events like our Spring Fling IPA Festival and Holiday Beer Exchange
No experience needed - just bring your curiosity and we'll help you discover the joy of homebrewing! Every month we explore different styles, from traditional recipes to wild experimental brews. Want to learn how to make that perfect IPA? Curious about Belgian sours? Interested in brewing with local ingredients? We cover it all!
We're More Than Just a Brewing Club:
Learn from guest speakers from famous breweries
Join group brewing sessions
Get into homebrewing with our equipment lending program
Participate in friendly competitions, best of shows and judging
Enjoy special discounts at local breweries
Connect with a community that shares your passion
Meetings include tastings, demonstrations, and plenty of time to chat about all things beer. There's always someone happy to answer questions and share tips - from picking ingredients to perfecting your technique.
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Join us every first Thursday at 6 PM. Your first visit is always free, and we promise you'll feel right at home with our welcoming community of beer enthusiasts.
Let's raise a glass to new friends and great beers! 🍻
Location: Thimble Island Brewery
When: Every first Thursday at 6 PM
Cost: First visit free, annual membership available
Follow us on Instagram, join our Discord, and visit mash.club to learn more about upcoming events and activities!
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See all- 🍻 May MASH Madness: Myrcene Meetup + Big Club Brew Incoming! 🔥Myrcene Brewery, Old Saybrook, CT
Greetings, Brewers of the Shoreline!
Join the Maniacal Association of Shoreline Homebrewers (MASH) for our monthly meeting on the Third Wednesday of May at the always-welcoming Myrcene Ale Co. in Old Saybrook!
📅 Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
📍 Location: Myrcene Ale Co., Old Saybrook, CT
🕡 Time: 7:00 PM – whenever the yeast gods say soWhether you're a seasoned zymurgist or just curious about fermentation, this is a great chance to meet other local homebrewers, share recipes, swap war stories, and raise a glass to our collective madness.
🔥 PLUS – We're planning a BIG CLUB BREW!
We’re organizing a full-scale collaborative Saturday brew day where we’ll come together to make something big—possibly a barleywine, saison, or a funky wild ale. We’re locking in the date soon, so if you’re interested in brewing with us, send a message directly to let us know!
Bring your curiosity. Bring your questions. Bring your beer.
See you at Myrcene!
– Blake “The Brew Baron”
P.S. If you brewed the Big Blimp Barleywine from AHA Big Brew Day (May 3rd), bring a bottle—we’ll raise a toast to national homebrew solidarity!
🔗 Recipe here
