Helping Japan

Beer Friends,

With the tragic Tsunami in Japan, word got back to NYC very quickly that one of our most beloved breweries, Kiuchi (Hitachino) was in the most damaged area of Japan, Ibaraki Prefecture. While spared major damage, their production has stopped and they have begun to bottle their water supply for survivors. Rather than donate money through a relief agancy, we plan to send money directly according to Mr. Kiuchi's instructions. He says a friends' brewery was completely destroyed and would be a good beneficiary of any money raised.

This weekend Blind Tiger Ale Housewill be holding a silent auction to benefit survivors in Japan. "Since we have friends on the ground in Japan, we figure they will know where the money is most needed." Dave Brodrick of Blind Tiger said of this week's fundraising efforts.

We are plannning a fundraiser for the last week March. We will keep you posted.