The Answer, Mekong’s New Brewpub, Releases Kong Krush, Their First Collaborative Signature IPA

by | Feb 4, 2014 | EAT DRINK

An of Mekong fame is opening his own pub! Right next door to the #1 Beer Bar In America will be The Answer Brewpub, and we were there for its first collaboration with Brandon Tolbert of Extra Billy’s Brewery – Kong Krush Double IPA / Imperial IPA.

An of Mekong fame is opening his own pub! Right next door to the #1 Beer Bar In America will be The Answer Brewpub, and we were there for its first collaboration with Brandon Tolbert of Extra Billy’s Brewery – Kong Krush Double IPA / Imperial IPA. Check out the pictures below. And for the exact opening date for the new spot, stay tuned.

Look for Kong Krush at Mekong and Extra Billy’s. And keep up with Mekong, Extra Billy’s, and the soon-to-open Answer Brewpub on Facebook!

The Answer Brewpub – https://www.facebook.com/theanswerbrewpub
Mekong – https://www.facebook.com/mekongrestaurant
Extra Billys – http://www.facebook.com/ExtraBillysBrewery

R. Anthony Harris

R. Anthony Harris

In 2005, I created RVA Magazine, and I'm still at the helm as its publisher. From day one, it’s been about pushing the “RVA” identity, celebrating the raw creativity and grit of this city. Along the way, we’ve hosted events, published stacks of issues, and, most importantly, connected with a hell of a lot of remarkable people who make this place what it is. Catch me at @majormajor____




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