Buffalo Beer Buzz, May 8th, 2026

It is a great time to be a Buffalo sports fan! Congrats on surviving show week and finally getting that Seussical wrap-up behind you. Brian is off enjoying Disney, but you handled the solo mission perfectly—even with the "Sentencing Day" burp three minutes in! Here are the streamlined show notes for your Acast feed, formatted exactly like the previous weeks to keep your listeners on track while the Sabres continue their deep run. Sabres Round 2, Maibocks, and the Return of Blue Monk The Sabres have advanced to the second round for the first time in nearly two decades, and the Buffalo beer scene is rising to the occasion. This week, Scott (WNY Brews) flies solo to break down the playoff surge, the release of Warpath Lager, and a legendary revival happening this summer. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: See the "Sentencing Day IPA" pour from Beer Justice and the breakdown of the Sabres-themed can art: Buffalo Beer Buzz Playlist IN THIS EPISODE: Sabres Playoff Fever: With Buffalo up 1-0 on Montreal in the second round, BriarBrothers Brewing has released Warpath Lager. Scott discusses the "mid-season surge" inspiration and the incredible can art. Blue Monk Revival: The iconic Elmwood Belgian bar returns for one night only! The Terrace at Delaware Park hosts the revival on June 6th featuring favorite cuisines and guest bartenders. Maibock Season is Here: Literally translated to "May Bock," the spring lagers have arrived. We highlight Wayland Brewing’s Vogel, Buffalo Brewing’s Schreiber Bock, and the honey-forward version at Hofbräuhaus. Rhythm and Brews: Kleinans Music Hall’s annual fundraiser returns Friday, May 8th. Music, food from the Schutte Hospitality Group (Oliver's, Bright Smith), and local tastings. Steelbound Updates: The Ellicottville flagship is closed for renovations until May 21st, but their Niagara Falls location officially opens May 12th at the Sheridan. Tasting Notes: Scott tries Sentencing Day IPA from Beer Justice Brewing Co. out of Arcade. RESOURCES: Event Tickets: Links for Rhythm and Brews and the Blue Monk Revival are available at buffalobeerleague.com. Shop & Support: Use buffalobeerleague.com/amazon for your Sabres watch-party supplies to help support the podcast. Join the List: We are currently authenticating the new mailing list—stay tuned for the first blast! Connect with us: Web: Buffalo.Beer Phone: 716-486-BEER (2337) Instagram: @BuffaloBeerLeague / @WNYBrews #BuffaloBeer #SabresPlayoffs #Maibock #BlueMonk #WNYBeer #BuffaloNY #LetGoBuffalo

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