Ya…thanks for making me look like the laziest a**hole in Dorchester. I’m down at your brother’s place smashing OFD burgers, getting fat. You got Nacho eating pieces of turf and cups of hot sauce….meanwhile your 2 year old son is dunking on Kobe’s kids and …
Those of you that have been reading my stories over the past couple of years know that I am a big fan of the sweet science. Boxing teaches so many life lessons yet it’s value is often underpinned by those who regard it as a …
That’s right…Dot is so badass it finally got it’s own beer. For a person like me who loves beer so much so that I visited this go url last week to get a Kegerator at home, this news of Dot sounded exciting. The good folks at the Percival Beer Company have set up shop in Dorchester and are looking to breath some life into the neighborhood…literally.
Percival is currently making two beers. A Cape Verdean inspired lager called “Kompadre” and “Dot Ale 1630”. I’m a fan of any company that has a solid vision for prospering in Dorchester, and it feels like PBC wants to do just that. Here’s some language from the company’s “about” page on their website:
“Percival Beer Company (PBC) is an independent craft beer brewer and distributor. After three years of developing quality recipes, we launched our unique brands in January of 2013. In May of that year, we were granted our distribution license which made us 100% independent.
PBC brands are designed for both the beginner and expert craft beer palate alike. Though we focus on brewing and distributing light-simple craft beer that introduces commercial beer drinkers to the craft beer movement. Our flagship brands, Dot Ale 1630 and Kompadre Lager are brewed with quality malts and bittered with domestic hops.
Within the coming months, PBC will seek to establish its main office and distribution warehouse within Dorchester. We are currently awaiting feedback from various locations along Dot Ave. Stay tuned!
Why Dorchester (Dot)? Well, Dot is a town which has a rich history dating back to the early 1600s and has been a prominent fixture in the history of Massachusetts, since the first settlers arrived from England. Currently, it is a neighborhood comprised of diverse families, including Irish, Cape Verdean, Spanish and Vietnamese. Please visit the Dorchester Historical Society’s website for more historical information about Dorchester: www.dorchesterhistoricalsociety.org
In recent decades, Dot was mostly known for dilapidated homes, vacant store fronts and unsafe streets. Today, there is an invigorating spirit of innovation and positivity sweeping the neighborhood. New businesses are springing up, homes are being modernized and the community is now alive.
Dot’s strong tradition of being a community of blue-collar workers and immigrants is clearly showcased in PBC brands. Dot Ale 1630 and Kompadre Lager possess a strong character with a crafty hop profile. Our pride is aromatic and our attitude is refreshing.
In summary, PBC seeks to promote localization and inspire the Dorchester community to reinvent and innovate. Our goal is to help transform Dorchester into a social and economic destination for all to enjoy.”
I am routing for this company….I want them to be very successful and I’m asking all my fellow Dot Rats to stop by Eagle Liquors on Dot Ave or any other retail location listed on their site and try the new Dot Ale or Kompadre. Lets support these folks!
Guess who’s buying a 6 of each and tying a buzz on tonight?
Check out their sites:
http://www.percivalbeercompany.com
http://www.facebook.com/DotAle1630
Today I’m feeling a bit slighted, maybe even angry. Nobody could really imagine that “asshole #2” would have supporters standing outside the courthouse yesterday. I did see that a couple of people wandered over to bark at these attention whores….and bravo to them for chiming …
Yeah, it sucked to watch the B’s go down in that fashion last night. Especially since they played such a good game after the first half of period one. But hey, look on the bright side, you could be Aaron Hernandez. Mr. Thug Nasty from …
Maybe it was your zest for life or perhaps it was your amazing family. It seems that regardless of the many heavy hearts caused by your absence, you cant help but feel the mark you left in this world.
The neighborhood seems more united than I can ever remember it. Parents seem to be cherishing every little moment spent with their children just a bit more. Boston as a city feels like a more inspired place….it’s as though we have refocused on what is important.
It’s funny how a tshirt could make me feel like you were with us on Dot Day.
It’s hard not to feel your presence at TD Garden as well…
And for this old Dot Rat, you managed to make me look to the sky a little more and say thanks for all the gifts I have been given.
Today I’m certainly looking to the sky as well, not only to say Happy Birthday, but to say thank you for being such a gift to this city!
Nearly 400 years ago a bunch of Pilgrims needed a packie and some food. They decided to hit what is now Dot Ave. They loved it so much they built a few triple deckers and never left. Well…not exactly…but thank god for those original Dot …
Dot Day has traditionally been a time to catch up with old friends, tie a buzz on, eat a burger or 5 and catch the parade. But then you have other Dot Days were you go overboard and maybe drink a bit too much (we have …
A Tribe Called Quest….
Play any one of their songs and it can put me back to a simpler time in my life. Whether it was my first house party, or attending school at the Woodrow Wilson, even my first Dot Day (with Budweiser). Their music can usually bring a smile to my face. To me, they where almost like a Led Zeppelin of hip hop music. They took the genre in new directions and broke new ground with every album. And just like Zeppelin, I never had the chance to see them live. So, when their documentary came out a couple of years back I was absolutely pumped. Now through the magic of the internet I can share it with my fellow Dot Rats. This is the full length movie….
http://vimeo.com/63427867
Well, it was a long day for all the girls down at Hollywood Tans. Through their efforts and the generosity of the businesses and patrons that took part, they where able to raise close to 3000 dollars in raffle and bake sales for the Richard …