Wny Brews

Scott & Brian break down the latest beer happenings in WNY:Buffalo On Tap: WNY’s largest beer festival returns Feb. 8 at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. Featuring Big Ditch, 42 North, Jack’s Abby, Community Beer Works & more. VIP & GA tickets available.Clarksburg Cider’s Cherry Lavender Release: A seasonal cider brewed with Morello cherries and lavender, available in 4-packs and online.Spotted Octopus Brewing Drops Two New Beers: Fruit Basket (fruited sour with lychee & pineapple) and Kuitbier (a historical Dutch three-grain beer). Both on tap now.Smoldered Society’s New Illusion of Safety DIPA: A double dry-hopped hazy IPA with notes of cantaloupe and melon, available at The Beer Keep, ABV, Mr. Goodbar, and more.Stein Fest 2025 at Hofbrauhaus Buffalo: A two-day German celebration (Feb. 7-8) with live music, food specials, and exclusive perks for Stein Club members.Other Half Buffalo’s New Taproom & 11th Anniversary: Grand opening on Feb. 8 with 18 taps, a full food menu, pinball, f