Savor South Sound at the Thurston County Fair

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aste Whitewood Cider’s debut blends at a kick-off at the Eastside Tavern or purchase them at select local markets. Watch Whitewood’s Facebook page and Twitter feed for details. Photo credit: Whitewood Cider.
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Submitted by The Thurston County Fair

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 Photo credit: Whitewood Cider.

It’s time to savor the best flavors that Cascadia brewers, ciderists, and vintners have to offer at the second annual Savor South Sound at the Thurston County Fair.

The two day event will highlight over a dozen local producers with a focus on unique recipes, blends and techniques with a Pacific Northwest touch. Savor will also feature local shellfish prepared by the Nisqually Indian Tribe and farm-to-table tastings by Friends of the Market.  Organized by WSU Extension Thurston County, food tasting is new to Savor this year.

“The tasting event hearkens back to the traditions that make county fairs so special,” said Lucas Patzek, Director of WSU Extension Thurston County. “County fairs have historically been one of the only times each year when farmers, craftsmen, and businessmen could market and showcase their products. Our goal with Savor South Sound is to tap into that tradition and celebrate what’s growing and brewing right here in our own backyard.”

You’ll sample creations from South Puget Sound favorites like Fish Tale Ales, Whitewood Cider Co., Madsen Family Cellars, Stottle Winery, NW Mountain Winery, and Kastellan Brauerei. From the greater Cascade region we’re also featuring Dick’s Brewing (Centralia, WA), Stina’s Cellars (Lakewood, WA), Vino Aquino Winery (Tacoma, WA), NoLi Brewhouse (Spokane, WA), Hoodsport Winery (WA), Bateaux Cellars (Toledo, WA), 10 Barrel Brewing Co. (Bend, OR), and Reverend Nat’s Hard Cider (Portland, OR).

A ticket to the event is just $10 and includes a commemorative Belgian-style beer glass and five tasting tickets (ticket price is in addition to cost of Fair entry). The event is located at the Gazebo Green near the Food Court Stage on Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2 from 5:00 – 10:00pm. Bring your Market Sale bid number on Saturday for $3 off the ticket price.

This year’s Fair will also include the second annual Live and Local Concert Series featuring regional music sensations like The Brown Edition, The Blackberry Bushes, and DBST. You’ll also find time-honored activities like the tractor pull, judged contests and 4-H and FFA youth proudly preparing their livestock for Market Sale.

This event is presented by The Thurston County Fair Foundation, WSU Thurston County Extension, and Fish Tale Ales.  Visit www.ThurstonCountyFair.org for more information about Savor South Sound and other happenings at this year’s fair. Savor is a 21+ event.

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