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![]() In June of 1965 Link Beverages was established. The owners were Thelma Natalie Link and Granville Marshall Link. They operated the business out of a 1200 square foot store front on the bottom of a two story house. their son Skip was working at the Bethlehem Steel Company at the time. Skip would help his parents on the weekends. Thelma and Granville wanted to sell the business after a short time. Skip and his wife Dottie purchased the business from their parents. Two years later the business was relocated one mile south of the original location. Late at night after work Skip would lay in the garlic field behind the store, sipping on a beer. Staring up at the stars he'd close his eyes and dream of having a huge beer store one day. Today he lives that dream. His 8000 square foot retail location was established in 1974. The business has grown since that time. Link Beverages is now one of the largest retail beer locations in the Lehigh Valley. Link Beverages stocks hundreds of different styles of beer from crafts to microbrews to imports to domestics. -- Thanks for your interest. Not a member? Find out more ... |
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![]() A review of the beers currently featured at our Sample Taps. LONGTRAIL HIBERNATOR Pours a slightly hazy dark copper with one finger of off-white head with decent retention properties. Aromas are sweet (somewhat caramelly) and grainy, a bit simplistic for a beer of this style. Flavors are consistent with the nose, but add another layer on the finish by contributing a tea-like or earthy bitterness that balances the malts. Such a well-crafted, medium-full body should be more flavorful in my opinion. This beer has a pleasantly hefty weight and feel but lacks the flavor strength to withstand a hunk of basic cheddar. If the maltiness were more assertive, I\'d give this two thumbs up. STEGMAIER WINTER WARMER Description The Lion Brewery is proud to offer you Stegmaier Winter Warmer. Traditionally known as Old World Ale, it boasts a brilliant reddish orange color and a full chewy body. Our Winter Warmer presents a robust malty, sweet and fruity aroma that tempts the senses. In using a blend of well-modified pale malts along with judicious amounts of caramel and specialty character malts, Stegmaier Winter Warmer Olde World Ale possesses a high malt character with luscious complexity and alcohol warmth, balanced with the traditional hop bitterness. Enjoy this flavorful offering by the pint full before a warm fire on a frosty winter night. Nutrition Information ABV – 7.2% TAILGATE BLONDE APPEARANCE Creamy golden color, soft white head. AROMA Malt, subtle spice from aroma hops, notes of citrus and pine. FLAVOR Starts clean and refreshing up front, moves to spicy, finishes smooth and crisp. MOUTHFEEL Light body, good carbonation, refreshing. OVERALL IMPRESSION An easy drinking, smooth, hand crafted ale. Great complement to everyday drinking, food pairing or even casual sipping. WINTER RENTAL Pours a very dark brown with about a half inch of tan head that retains somewhat well. Smells of caramel and dark malts with subtle scents of licorice and chocolate. Medium bodied with with a good amount of carbonation and finishes with a slight warming sensation as you swallow (perfect for a cold winter night at your lonely winter rental in pt pleasant) Taste wise this beer does very well for a winter session brew. Lots of caramel, chocolate and dark malts followed by a mild hop presence to balance things out giving you a superbly clean finish! Like I said before, an awesome winter session beer! |
![]() Beer Distributors vs. Super Markets In the past 3-4 years super markets and some convenience stores have been granted the right to sell beer by the PLCB. The PLCB has regulations that prohibit selling beer in such venues. However, the PLCB is granting licenses to these locations on a regular basis. Follow the money and the truth will be found. The beer distributors have won every lawsuit filed against these licenses. The reason I am writing this is to clear up some common misconceptions. I want to point out the facts in this matter. Beer Distributors are only allowed to sell beer, soda, snacks, and tobacco. The PLCB set these regulations and we follow them. We will get fined and shut down for selling milk or any other grocery related item. Knowing that, do you think it is right for super markets to sell beer? Beer is our main source of income. Beer is just another SKU for a super market. Beer distributors are only allowed to sell cases of beer. We are inconvenient by PLCB design. My opinion is that the state should allow beer distributors to sell six packs. This would allow us to be better retailers for our customers. Big business can affect change by powerful lobbying. Break the law long enough to make it seem like it is the norm and then change will come. Some of our politicians are easily bought. Small business doesn’t have the same affect. Call your local Representative and Senator and tell them to support HB2203 and SB1133. These bills will allow us to sell six packs Please remember ... ![]() |
Beer should always be served with two fingers of head, at a temperature of 40°F, but never in a frozen glass, because the melting of the interior film of ice adds water. The head should be delicate yet persistent, so that it adheres to the glass. It should have a bright color and a frothy appearance. |
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