Brew Pubs, Beer Bars not part of the AHA?

How do we get more Brew Pubs,Bars and Restaurants in CT involved with the AHA and the pub program they offer with membership?

Only 3 places in Connecticut participate they can be found here www.homebrewersassociation.org. That's 3 out of how many in CT?

I see many pubs becoming members here on CTBEERTRAIL.NET that are not members of the AHA Pub Program and my question to you is simple ....WHY?

As a home-brewer/Craft Beer Lover when I go out on the town beer factors in on my decision for where to go. Homebrewing has and always will play a major role in the craft brew industry and many club meetings take place at pubs that are not involved. If you frequent a brew pub ask them to participate and let us know what they say maybe they don't know about it?

A new place called MiKro in Hamden I never knew was there but now I will make a point to stop in for a pint or two.

Just a sober thought I had :)...( it happens now and then)

John

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Permalink Reply by Jim Cavallari on May 25, 2011 at 10:00am

John, it could be as simple as managers/employees not being aware of the AHA or its pub program. I'm a member myself and have also noticed a lack of participation with this program. Maybe it's something that could be spread word of mouth.

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Permalink Reply by John LeBlanc on May 26, 2011 at 1:53pm

Jim,

I agree.

There are many pubs not aware of how it works or that it exists at all. Just click the link click here for more info. It would be nice for some of the pub owners to ring in on their thoughts here. There must be a reason participation is so low in CT.

John

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Permalink Reply by Bryon Turner on May 26, 2011 at 10:29pm

For the record, according to the AHA site, the following CT businesses offer discounts through the program:

Cambridge House Brew Pub - Grandby

PO Box 478
357 Salmon Brook St /
Granby, CT
Phone: (860) 653-2739
www.cbhgranby.com
Type: Brewpub

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Pub Discount: $1 off Pints

Mikro Beer Bar

3000 Whitney Ave Ste 2
Hamden, CT
Phone: 203.553.7676
http://mikrobeerbar.com/
Type: Bar

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Pub Discount: 10% Off Entire Bill

Willimantic Brewing Co and Main Street Cafe

967 Main St
Willimantic, CT
Phone: (860) 423-6777
www.willibrew.com
Type: Brewpub

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Pub Discount: 10% off Food & Beverage

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Permalink Reply by John LeBlanc on May 26, 2011 at 11:25pm

You are correct. The only one I have yet to visit is Mikro in Hamden look cool.

John

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Permalink Reply by Mark Flanagan on February 29, 2012 at 4:54pm

MiKro is my fab beer bar! Love Willibrew and Eli Cannons, too. But, MiKro has legit gourmet food to go with some great beers. Check it out!

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Permalink Reply by Jonathan on June 20, 2011 at 3:39pm

Just wanted to throw out a correction. Mikro in Hamden offers %10 off your entire check with your AHA Card, not just $1 off. Our $1 off special is our Happy Hour for everyone.