Buffalo Beer Buzz – May 16 Edition

Rails & Ales Returns to Rochester – May 24

Rails & Ales is back at the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum for a one-of-a-kind beer tasting event where you ride vintage trains to beer stations across the grounds. Enjoy brews from Sager Beer Works, Stoneyard, Talking Cursive and more. $35 tickets include tastings, train rides, and a souvenir glass. ($40 day of, DDs get free soft drinks.)

Big Ditch Deep Cut Double IPA Returns – May 23

First brewed in 2017 and named after the hand-dug Deep Cut of the Erie Canal, Deep Cut DIPA makes its long-awaited return on May 23. This 8.2% fan favorite is loaded with citrus, tropical fruit, and wild berry notes, and will be available on draft and in 4-packs at both Big Ditch taprooms.

Other Half Buffalo Launches Happy Hour

Other Half Buffalo now offers Happy Hour every Tuesday–Friday, 4–6pm, with $6 drafts, $8 cocktails, $6 wings, and $7 smash burgers. Enjoy it all in their newly expanded Seneca One taproom featuring pinball, darts, foosball, and a massive projection screen.

Resurgence Launches “The Surge” IPA at Consumers – $8.99

Looking for a delicious deal? The Surge, Resurgence Brewing’s 6.5% juicy New England IPA, is now available at all Consumers Beverages for just $8.99 per 4-pack. Bright citrus, tropical fruit, and soft haze—all at “inflation-busting” pricing.

Rusty Nickel Beer Garden Reopens – May 28

Rusty Nickel’s beautiful beer garden in West Seneca opens May 28. Expect seasonal brews, cocktails, yard games, fire pits, and s’mores. It’s one of WNY’s hidden gems for sipping beer outdoors. A rain date will be announced if weather doesn’t cooperate.

Hoppy Hour at Bev Depot – May 24

Cheektowaga’s Bev Depot hosts Hoppy Hour, a free tasting event with 15+ beer samples on May 24 (12–3pm). Explore 2,000+ beers, build-your-own 4-packs, and shop local options. Located at 2190 Walden Avenue.

Smoldered Society Tap Takeover at Magic Bear – May 23

Join Smoldered Society at Magic Bear Beer Cellar (Larkinville) for a free tasting event on May 23 (6–8pm). Sample their lineup including Strike Anywhere Czech Pils, Mass Delusion IPA, and Automotive Sentience WCIPA. Meet the brewers and try something new.

Got an event, release, or beer news tip?

Email us at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or Scott@WNYBrews.com.

More at BuffaloBeerLeague.com – your source for WNY craft beer.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.