Here’s the news in Oregon beer for Tuesday, August 18. As usual, I’ll be periodically updating this post throughout the day, so check back often for the latest news. If you have news to share, please contact me and I can get that updated as well.

The Bier Stein (Eugene) has the Rogue Nation rolling into town tonight: “Join us in welcoming Big Al, the president of Rogue Nation! He is getting ready to embark on a tour in a 26′ Rogue Nation RV and we are his 1st stop. He will be here @ 5pm for a meet and greet and a toast with a free sample of Brutal Bitter!”

Cascade Brewing (Portland): Tonight’s Tap It Tuesday at the Barrel House at 6pm is featuring “Live” Tropic of Cascadia: “a blend of Wheats, Blonds and Quads aged in wine and Bourbon barrels for up to two years with a touch of Montmorency cherries and orange peel. This combination of ingredients offers unique flavors of mangos and other tropical fruits. 8.5%”