We live in the era of multitasking—it’s impossible in this day and age to avoid combining two activities at once. But while recent scientific studies show that multitasking drains your reserves of mental energy, we’re here to tell you about one bit of multitasking that will do the exact opposite: a two-activity combo pack that will bring you life, joy, vigor, and a damn good time.
Yes, it’s the return of the Malt Ball, brought to you by the Portland Mercury and the Oregon Brewers Guild, in which the very two best things in the world—BEER and BANDS—are smooshed together into an afternoon and evening of ecstasy.
In other words, it’s the best multitasking you’ll ever do, as you listen to six of Portland’s best music-makers while simultaneously quaffing unique beers from six of Oregon’s best brewers.
Each Malt Ball beer has been paired with a band on the bill, resulting in a symbiosis of sound and flavor that will delight all the senses. It all goes down at Mississippi Studios on Sunday, July 17, starting at 2 pm, and your admission ($18 in advance or $25 at the door) also includes four beer tastings (four ounces each), with additional tastings for $1.50. Get your tickets now at themaltball.com before they’re all gone.
The Malt Ball! It’s the best-sounding beer festival in town, or the best-tasting music fest. Actually, it’s both. Here’s what’s on tap for your ears and mouth: