Featured Night Life Information
The New Olde Pink House
One of the most popular new bars in town is the Pink House Bar. It is located just behind, and connected inside to, the Olde Pink House restaurant at 23 Abercorn Street, just 1 block South of Bay Street. The atmosphere is cozy and comfortable, and the decor is 100% historic Savannah elegance. This is a place where you will be offered a complete dining menu, along with the beverage choices of a full bar. This is a place where you can really relax and enjoy spending quality moments with friends.Stop by any evening - or visit during the day for lunch!
For more information, call the Olde Pink House at (912)232-4286.
Moon River Brewing Company
"Yeast thrives in its perfect environment." So we were reminded by Moon River Brewing Company Brewmaster, John Pinkerton, who kindly treated Gazette staff to a quick course on local brew and its preparation. In general, how a fermented beverage attains its flavor depends upon how the brew is fermented with a starch and how it is further imbued with regional character. Natural ingredients like wildflower honey and orange peel often add to its distinction. This age-old process produces a variety of colors, textures, and original flavors.
While not giving away their unique recipes, Moon River does provide a nice description of these seasonal and guest brews on your table and at their website. The beer lineup at any particular time might include Wild Wacky Wit, Savannah Fest Bier, Swamp Fox India Pale Ale, and The Captains Porter. Special 4oz glasses are available if you’d like to sample a few. We were all surprised by the smoothness of the dark brew, The Captain’s Porter, despite its intimidating thick black beeryness.
Located at 21 W. Bay Street, Moon River Brewing Company opened in 1999 after undertaking serious renovations needed to restore the structural damage imposed by Hurricane David in 1979. Restored to a comfortable mix of modern and traditional (modern art meets sturdy wood), the brewery also serves a full menu of traditional favorites, and the staff can make suggestions about which beer compliments what food.
The Brewmaster encourages people to stop by on Fridays (bell rings at 6:00 p.m.) to sample their current selections and enjoy a toast with area regulars. Sometimes, Pinkerton says, he makes the toast himself, adding that this is a time to comment on something or someone important to the community. According to Pinkerton, Georgia is one of the last three states to allow brew pubs. If you become a member of their Quality Assurance Team (at a small fee for a life-time membership), you will also receive great discounts, invitations, and a free dinner on your birthday.
For the holiday season, the brewery also offers hard cider made from sweet North Georgia apples. Over 550 gallons of apple juice are pressed while Moon River Brewing Company trucks wait to transport the fresh juice back to the local brewery to continue the cider process. Granny Smith, Pink Lady, and Gold Rush apples are frequently chosen for making cider. "The Gold Rush apples make a great choice because of their sweetness and acidity", Pinkerton added. Sounds delicious to me.
The Gazette staff enjoyed learning a bit more about how and why to appreciate quality crafted brew. And, hey, it’s also fun to hang out in the same building that once functioned as City Hotel prior to General Sherman's arrival to Savannah.
