Armadillo re-ups originals for NTX Beer Week

Images courtesy of Armadillo Ale Works.

Since Armadillo Ale Works re-appeared on the North Texas Beer Scene in August, hardly a day has gone by without a question as to when the Denton-based brewing company would be bringing back some of its original brews.

"Soon" is what founders Yianni Arestis and Bobby Mullins would say when asked about the status of Brunch Money, Greenbelt Farmhouse Ale and the award-winning Quakertown Stout (gold medal, 2014 Great American Beer Festival). The pair chose to kick-start Armadillo's comeback with new recipes like Honey Please, a honey-forward blond ale brewed with mesquite beans, and Dapper Apple, a beer you might say drinks like a bowl of apple cinnamon Cheerios. But now the time has come for the return of the brewery's first three recipes.

"People are really digging both of our new beers, but of course they keep asking us when their old favorites are coming back," says Arestis, "so we thought North Texas Beer Week was the perfect time for a limited draft-only release."

Some will no doubt wonder about the "limited release," tag, but that simply has to do with the fact that Armadillo is currently brewing its products on a part-time basis at North Texas Brewing Co. in Grapevine. Once the brewery's permanent home in Denton is up and running, though, fans can expect these beers to be back in the fold on a more regular basis.

"Construction at the brewery is in full swing and we are aiming to open early next year," explains Arestis. "When that occurs, we plan on bringing them all back in various capacities, but we really wanted to make this happen now for everyone who misses the old beers like we do."

As for where and when you'll be able to enjoy a pint of an Armadillo original, a schedule of special tappings is provided below. However, take note that additional events are still being added, so be sure to follow the brewery's social media channels for the most up-to-date details.


Friday, November 11

• Oak St. Drafthouse, Denton - 6-10 p.m. - Brunch Money Release Party, with glassware while supplies last*. Dapper Apple, Greenbelt Farmhouse Ale, Honey Please and Quakertown Stout will also be available.

Saturday, November 12

• Untapped Dallas, Fair Park - 2:30 p.m. - 12 a.m. - Sampling Brunch Money, Dapper Apple, Greenbelt Farmhouse Ale, Honey Please and Quakertown Stout.
• Thirsty Growler, The Colony - 2-10 p.m. - Snapchat Takeover (24 hour session) featuring Brunch Money, Dapper Apple, Greenbelt Farmhouse Ale, Honey Please and Quakertown Stout.

Monday, November 14

• Midway Craft House, Denton - 8-11 p.m. - Pint Night/Tap Takeover featuring Brunch Money, Dapper Apple, Greenbelt Farmhouse Ale, Honey Please and Quakertown Stout.

Tuesday, November 15

• East Side, Denton - 1-4 p.m. - USBG Denton (members only) Presents Armadillo Ale Works featuring Brunch Money, Dapper Apple, Greenbelt Farmhouse Ale, Honey Please and Quakertown Stout.
• East Side, Denton - 6-9 p.m. - Tap Takeover (public event) featuring Brunch Money, Dapper Apple, Greenbelt Farmhouse Ale, Honey Please and Quakertown Stout.

Wednesday, November 16

• Taps & Caps, Denton - 7 p.m. - Hip Hop and Brews featuring Brunch Money, Dapper Apple, Greenbelt Farmhouse Ale, Honey Please and Quakertown Stout.

Thursday, November 17

• Drunken Donkey, Denton 7 p.m. - Tap Takeover featuring Brunch Money, Dapper Apple, Honey Please and Quakertown Stout.

Friday, November 18

• Omni Hotel, Dallas - 7-10 p.m. - North Texas Beer Week Brewer's Ball featuring samples of Brunch Money and Honey Please.

Saturday, November 19

• The Bearded Monk, Denton - 8 p.m. - A Night of Armadillos, with glassware while supplies last*. Brunch Money, Dapper Apple, Greenbelt Farmhouse Ale, Honey Please and Quakertown Stout will be on tap.