Buffalo Beer Buzz, March 20th, 2026

It’s a massive weekend in the Queen City! While Brian is resting up, Scott is flying solo to break down the best spots for hoops fans, new budget-friendly packs, and the "official" start of Spring in Western New York. Scott is tasting the new Southern Tier Steady Yeti EZ IPA (3.8%)—a crisp, sessionable pour that might just be the new king of the Overpack. This Week’s WNY Beer News: March Madness in Buffalo (March 19 & 21): The NCAA Men's Tournament has arrived at KeyBank Center. Check out our Handy Guide to Downtown Drinking at BuffaloBeerLeague.com to find the best spots within walking distance or a quick Metro Rail ride. Buffalo Beer Madness at Ironworks: Located steps from the arena, Ironworks is teaming up with Thin Man and CBW for game-day specials, including $1 off drafts and $5 shots of Casamigos to keep the energy high. The Burner Relief Kit: Big Ditch Brewing is looking out for your wallet. This new $8.99 "relief pack" features two Hayburners and two Dayburners—the perfect grab-and-go for when you need quality without the full 12-pack commitment. Cheat Day is Here: Southern Tier and Perry’s Ice Cream have launched their latest collab: Cheat Day Imperial Ale (8.6%). Expect big notes of vanilla, brownie batter, and cookie dough. It’s dessert in a glass. Flying Bison Homecoming (March 25): Hamburg Brewing celebrates the legacy of Flying Bison starting at 6 PM this Wednesday. Catch cask tappings of Rye Pale Ale and Rusty Chain, plus giveaways and live music. The Kolsch Returns: It’s official—Genesee Ruby Red Kolsch is back on shelves for 2026. The grapefruit summer staple is hitting stores now in all your favorite formats. The Buffalo Beer League Hotline: Are you downtown for the games or sipping a Cheat Day stout? Let us know what's in your glass: 📞 716-486-BEER (2337) Support the New Feed: We have officially split the Buffalo Beer Buzz into its own dedicated podcast feed! The best way to help us grow is to Rate and Review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Amazon Shopping: BuffaloBeerLeague.com/amazon Full Articles: BuffaloBeerLeague.com Follow Us: @WNYBrews & @BuffaloBeerLeague

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