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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
BrewDog's Cincinnati location is closing. Here's where you can still buy their beer
BrewDog, the multinational brewery, recently announced the closure of its Cincinnati location. BrewDog Cincinnati shared that it's permanently closed in a social media post Monday. The brewery, which was founded in 2007 by James Watt and Martin Dickie, added that its bottled and canned beers will still be available at retailers, bars and restaurants across the region. BrewDog's bottled beers in a variety of styles, such as ales, stouts, India pale ales (IPA) and lagers, are distributed to British supermarkets and exported worldwide. Kegs are available in the United Kingdom, Ireland and various other countries around the world. So where in the Greater Cincinnati region you can find BrewDog beer? And which other BrewDog locations are still open in Ohio? Here's which spots are still open and operating, according to the brewery's website. Franklinton - Columbus, OH. 463 W. Town St. Short North - Columbus, OH. 1175 N. High St. Dogtap Columbus in Canal Winchester. 96 Gender Road. Doghouse Columbus Hotel in Canal Winchester. 96 Gender Road. Columbus Airport. 4600 International Gateway. New Albany. 97 E Dublin Granville Road. Cleveland Outpost. 1956 Carter Road. Here's where you can buy BrewDog's bottled and canned beers. To see the comprehensive list, check out the brewery's beer finder at 1215 Wine Bar & Coffee Lab, 1215 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine. Five On Vine, 1324 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine. Halfcut, 1126 Walnut St., Over-the-Rhine. Holiday Spirits, 1538 Race St., Over-the-Rhine. Pins Mechanical Co., 1124 Main St., Over-the-Rhine. Rhinehaus, 119 E. 12 St., Over-the-Rhine. Sundry & Vice, 18 W. 13th St., Over-the-Rhine. Teak OTR, 1200 Race St., Over-the-Rhine. The Pitch, 1430 Central Parkway, Over-the-Rhine. March First Brewing, 10 Fountain Square Place, Downtown. Plum Street Cafe, 423 Plum St., Downtown. The Davidson, 501 Vine St., Downtown. Adriatico's Pizza, 113 W. McMillan St., Clifton Heights. Fries Cafe, 3247 Jefferson Ave., University Heights. Oak Tavern, 3089 Madison Road, Oakley. Daylily, 3751 Eastern Ave., Mount Lookout. Local Post, 3923 Eastern Ave., Mount Lookout. Mt. Lookout Tavern, 3209 Linwood Ave., Mount Lookout. Stanley's Pub, 323 Stanley Ave., Mount Lookout. Higher Gravity, 4106 Hamilton Ave., Northside. Northside Tavern, 4163 Hamilton Ave., Northside. Northside Yacht Club, 4227 Spring Grove Ave., Northside. Crafts And Vines, 642 Main St., Covington. Goodfellas Pizzeria, 603 Main St., Covington. Larry's, 536 W. Ninth St., Covington. Mac's Pizza Pub, 604 Main St., Covington. The Gruff On Premise, 129 E. Second St., Covington. Coach's Corner, 317 E. Sixth St., Newport. Pompilios Restaurant, 600 Washington Ave., Newport. Kroger On the Rhine, 100 E Court St., Over-the-Rhine. New York Grocery, 1214 Main St., Over-the-Rhine. Bana Market, 220 W. McMillan St., Clifton Heights. Kroger University Plaza, 1 W. Corry St., Corryville. Ravine Street Market, 350 Warner St., Clifton Heights. Riddle Road Market, 533 Riddle Road, University Heights. Clifton Market, 319 Ludlow Ave., Clifton. Shell, 3337 Clifton Ave., Clifton. Cappy's Norwood, 1919 Cleneay Ave., Norwood. Cost Plus World Market, 2692 Madison Road, Norwood. Quick Pick, 4145 Montgomery Road, Norwood. Whole Foods, 2693 Edmondson Road, Norwood. Hyde Park Wine & Spirits, 2719 Madison Road, Hyde Park. Kroger, 3760 Paxton Ave., Hyde Park. Kroger, 2310 Ferguson Road, Westwood. Walmart Supercenter, 2322 Ferguson Road, Westwood. Good Spirits Wine And Tobacco, 1430 Dixie Highway, Covington. Gulf, 235 W. Fifth St., Covington. Liquor Barn, 670 W. Third St., Covington. Liquor City, 501 Crescent Ave., Covington. Liquor Express, 221 W. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Covington. Fresh Thyme Market, 82A Carothers Road, Newport. Kroger, 130 Pavilion Parkway, Newport. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: BrewDog Cincinnati is closing, but you can still buy their beer
Fast Company
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Fast Company
Should drivers be forced to go slower?
It's been almost 400 years since the leaders of New Amsterdam (now New York City) confronted a growing threat on their streets: people moving too fast. In 1652, the colonial council passed what may be North America's first speed limit: 'No wagons, carts or sleighs shall be run, rode or driven at a gallop within this city of New Amsterdam,' with Broadway (then a commercial corridor) as the lone exception. Violators were fined the equivalent of $150 to $200 in today's dollars, and repeat offenders could face corporal punishment. European settlers understood that speed in a dense environment is a recipe for disaster. In the 1780s, engineer James Watt used spinning flyweights to automatically regulate his steam engines to keep them from running too fast. This low-tech speed limiter became the blueprint for other automotive safety mechanisms. In 1901, the British Wilson-Pilcher car came equipped with a mechanical governor, limiting how fast the engine could rev. It was one of the first consumer automobiles to feature speed-limiting technology, and almost a century before modern cruise control. In 1923, Cincinnati nearly became the first U.S. city to require speed governors on all vehicles, but the proposal to cap speeds at 25 MPH failed. Auto industry lobbyists warned that mechanical limiters would reduce car sales and infringe on driver freedom. So-called Motordom still holds to that defensive position, but they've expanded their propaganda to dismiss speed as a problem, or as you see in many car commercials, embrace speed as something their product delivers. Drivers are forcing the government to put its foot down When modern Americans are faced with a conversation about taking a foot off the gas, they tend to react by pressing their hands against their ears and giving a 'la-la-la-la-la, I cannot hear you, speeding is fine.' The problem is, most people don't understand the dangers of driving fast in populated areas like cities and suburbs. Because they don't understand the connection between speed and safety, it's only natural that they'll claim speed limiting devices are just another case of an authoritative government, elitist central planning, nanny state overreach, etc. The comments below followed a March 27, 2025 Washington Post article, and they're hardly outliers on this topic: 'Another step to enslavement.' 'The nanny state rides yet again.' 'Big brotherism at its worst.' 'So anyone late to an appointment has no way to get the car moving a little faster. That sounds like a grim future, particularly since so many speed limits are set pathetically low!' Technology that's used to change driver behavior comes down to this fundamental issue: licensed drivers routinely choose not to govern themselves, demonstrating a need to be governed by an outside force. I don't like that we find ourselves in a situation where doors are opened for government authorities to force companies how to make a product. But we don't have to invite or even demand action by state and federal agencies if we (anyone who ever drives a motor vehicle) would simply behave better behind the wheel. Speed ruins far more lives than we'll ever know It's widely known among transportation professionals that police reports focus on issues other than speed even when speed causes a calamity. For example, if someone is driving 40 MPH on a city street, and a driver who was texting says the pedestrian 'came out of nowhere,' this is not classified by police as speed being a factor. But speed was a fundamental factor if the driver didn't see or react in time to stop for the pedestrian. In the US, about 16 million people smashed their cars into each other last year, sending roughly 40,000 people to the morgue and another 2.5 million to emergency rooms. Speed is a fundamental factor in severe traffic crashes, regardless of what the police report says. Speed matters because it amplifies mistakes People will always make mistakes, but the most consequential driving errors are amplified with increased speed. Mistakes like being distracted by a child in the backseat and drifting into another lane quickly elevate the risk to the driver, passengers, and anyone else nearby when going fast. Three important things are much safer on city streets at 25 MPH than 40 MPH: What you see. Your field of view (what engineers call the cone of vision) shrinks as you accelerate, meaning you no longer clearly see the sidewalks, pedestrians, dogs, drivers about to leave a parked car, someone about to run a red light on a cross-street, etc. When you react. You don't have as much time to react to any of the events listed above. In one second, you travel about 2 car lengths at 25 MPH, but 4 car lengths at 40 MPH. That's just one second. Think about how often drivers fiddle with their phone for one Mississippi, two Mississippi, three Mississippi. Where you stop. Even under ideal weather and pavement conditions, the moment you spot a potential danger and hit the brakes, it takes a lot more distance to stop from 40 MPH than 25 MPH. The difference between 165 feet and 85 feet can be the difference between a dead pedestrian and a close call. Speed matters because it makes crashes more severe In addition to making crashes more likely to occur, high-speed driving also increases the amount of carnage in crashes. Physics explains: [crash energy = (½) × (mass) × (speed²)]. That squared value is everything. When you double your driving speed, the crash energy quadruples. Even a small speed increase like 5 or 10 MPH greatly magnifies the force of impact. Despite decades of signage and PSAs, people keep driving too fast in the exact places where caution matters most: neighborhoods, school zones, commercial districts, and crosswalks. Technology exists to govern people who refuse to govern themselves. But I'm hoping you don't force the hands of lawmakers. Instead, I hope you (and everyone else operating a motor vehicle) will slow down in populated areas.
Daily Mail
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Georgia Toffolo puts on a leggy display in a chic blue mini dress as she shares snaps from romantic Marrakech getaway with husband James Watt
Georgia Toffolo took to Instagram on Thursday to share a slew of stunning snaps from her romantic Marrakech getaway with husband James Watt. In one snap, the TV personality, 30, looked incredible in a chic blue mini dress that showcased her long, toned legs. She added height with a pair of gold strappy heels and carried a mini blue handbag that perfectly matched her ensemble. Meanwhile, her husband James, 43, who is the former CEO of BrewDog, cut a smart-casual figure in a white linen shirt and cream tailored trousers as he posed alongside Georgia. In another eye-catching snap, Georgia slipped into a skimpy red bikini as she lounged on a sunbed next to her shirtless husband. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The blonde beauty playfully stuck out her tongue for the camera while posing with a plate of food. During their four-day stay, the couple also dressed to the nines for an evening out. In one glamorous photo, Georgia showed off her washboard abs in a stylish black co-ord set, featuring a crop top and a figure-hugging skirt. Meanwhile, James opted for a smart dark blue shirt and beige trousers, smiling broadly for the camera. In another image, Georgia wore a chic white linen co-ord that offered a glimpse of her toned midriff. She completed the look with a brown suede bag, trendy black sunglasses, and a headscarf as she explored the city. For her next outfit of the day, Georgia chose a white pleated mini dress with a delicately embroidered floral hem. Later, she looked effortlessly stylish in a white frilly top paired with blue denim jeans, posing up a storm at the resort. In another image, Georgia wore a chic white linen co-ord that offered a glimpse of her toned midriff Sharing the highlights and challenges of her trip, Georgia captioned the post: 'My honest thoughts on Marrakech… 'It blows my mind that you can hop on a plane and just over 3 hours later land somewhere this magical. No jet lag (an actual dream), just the most amazing culture and people. 'What I LOVED… ♥️ The vibe: It feels like stepping into another world. From the terracotta walls to the scent of spices in the air, pure sensory bliss. We stayed in the most heavenly riad with breathtaking interiors. 'The food: Moroccan cuisine is next level. Tagines, couscous, and sweet mint tea. I basically ate my way through the trip. 'The interiors: Everywhere you look is a dream. Tadelakt walls, handwoven rugs, patterned tiles, lanterns, even the door handles are pretty. 'The souks: Slightly chaotic but so much fun. Ceramics, rugs, cheeky fake designer belts… it's all there. Prepare to haggle and get lost (in every sense lol). 'Hammams: A Moroccan spa is not to be missed! Slightly intense (you'll be scrubbed within an inch of your life) but your skin will thank you. 'The people: Everyone was so warm and welcoming. Not to be dramatic, but everyone says 'with pleasure, Madame' and it's my new fave phrase. WITH PLEASURE XX 'The weather: Perfect in early or late summer. Avoid July/August, it gets HOT. 'No time difference to London: For someone who really suffers with jet lag, a game changer. 'Not-so-amazing (but real) bits (upside down smiley face) 'Riads are beautiful but quite dark inside. We'd 100% stay in one again, but worth noting if you love bright spaces. 'The chaos: The Medina is full on. I went to the souk after a massage… not my best idea (laughing emoji) 'The hidden steps: They're everywhere. I tripped constantly. James found it hilarious. '"Helpful" strangers: Some offer directions then ask for money, not a huge deal just something to be aware of. 'Dress code: More western than I expected, but you'll feel more comfortable covered (shoulders/knees) in the Medina. 'Traffic: Crossing the road is a sport. Hold your breath and go. 'Would we come back? 100% YES. Four days felt like a proper reset. Already planning round two, probably October. She concluded: 'Save this for your next sunshine escape. Send to the group chat, you'll need a souk buddy x' The pair got engaged last October after the millionaire proposed with an exquisite eight-carat triple-diamond studded band estimated to be worth £200,000 during a romantic getaway in Greece for Georgia's 30th birthday The vacation snaps come after Georgia revealed earlier this year that she and James eloped in North East Scotland. The pair got engaged last October after the millionaire proposed with an exquisite eight-carat triple-diamond studded band estimated to be worth £200,000 during a romantic getaway in Greece for Georgia's 30th birthday. And after the BrewDog founder previously insisted that the pair would be tying the knot this year, it appears that the couple were true to their word - though guests only had 48 hours' notice to attend. Taking to Instagram, Georgia shared loved-up snaps of the newlyweds posing on a fishing boat moments after saying 'I Do', captioning her shock post: 'James and I got married today.' '1st March will forever be the best day of my life - the day I became your wife. We eloped! 'Guests: whoever could get here with 48 hours notice!
Daily Mail
04-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Georgia Toffolo displays her incredible figure in a black bikini as she shares a glimpse inside her lavish Marrakech riad with husband James Watt
Bikini-clad Georgia Toffolo turned heads as she took to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday with a glimpse inside her lavish riad with her husband, James Watt. The Made In Chelsea star, 30, married her husband James, 42, in March, and they have jetted off to Morocco. Taking to her Instagram Stories, the beauty told her followers that she was heading into the lift in their riad to grab a snack on the ground floor. Filming herself in the elevator mirror, Georgia wowed as she showed off her sensational figure in a black bikini. The sizzling two-piece featured a halter neck top adorned with a gold pendant and tie-at-the waist bottoms. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Addressing her followers, she said: ''The snack was secured. Back up to the bedroom.' She then flipped the camera to face the lift doors opening before sharing a glimpse of her lavish riad. As she walked to the end of the corridor, she made James jump with a sudden scream, causing him to drop a pack of cards onto the floor in a fright. The trip comes just days after Georgia wowed in an array of bikinis while on a girls' work trip to Greece. The reality star revealed last month she had taken her team of staff at The Visionary Talent Agency on holiday to Greece for a work trip. And after returning home, and feeling the holiday blues, Georgia took to Instagram on Sunday to share a final carousel of snaps. Featured were several pictures of Georgia sporting bikinis, with the star showing off her toned torso in a blue diamante halterneck number featuring a starfish design. Another two-piece Georgia was spotted wearing was a cute black and white polka dot wired bra with a flower applique. As she walked to the end of the corridor, she made James jump with a sudden scream, causing him to drop a pack of cards onto the floor in a fright Among the snaps included Georgia in a skintight grey playsuit for a day out at the beach, and another saw her wearing a cute white cardigan and polka dot midi skirt. She also sported a bright red plunging swimsuit as she rode a jeep through the beach with one of her pals. Georgia shared another snap as she posed with her team as they basked in the sun during their trip. She captioned the snaps: 'Can't believe I'm saying this… but the Greece spam is officially over. One last dump because this trip deserves it xx 'We had slightly chaotic boat rides, UNO matches that got weirdly intense, and sunsets that made us all go a bit soft. 'Whisked the gang away as a little thank you for being the most hardworking, hilarious, brilliant bunch… Best decision ever. Heart = full. 'Already dreaming up the next escape… Where should we go next? Hit me with recs pls!! ✨.' During the trip, Georgia shared a hilarious video on Instagram of her nightmare boat trip in Greece. Georgia shared another snap as she posed with her team as they basked in the sun during their trip The former Made In Chelsea star began the ride with perfect blow dried hair, dressed in her stylish beach attire, but was soon left completely windswept after a very hectic boat trip. She was left in hysterics as she held onto the boat for her life during the 'gale-force journey' around the gorgeous Greek seas. In the clip, Georgia could be heard shouting 'Make it stop!' while holding onto her beach hat to stop it blowing away. She captioned the post: 'When we said boat day this is not what we had in mind… 'BUT swimming off the boat in the most crystal clear water, surrounded by fish was just magic. So calm SO PERFECT it almost made us forget the gale-force journey. 'This trip just keeps surprising us in the best (and most hilarious) ways. Although… we are very glad to be back on dry land lol. Never felt more grateful what a team xxx' Her trip comes after her new husband James Watt revealed how he lost £150,000 while gaining a wife in Georgia, as the couple opened up on their need to keep adding to their already eye-watering multimillion pound fortune. The BrewDog co-founder and Georgia began dating in 2023, before tying the knot in a low key ceremony in March this year. Last month it was revealed that the newlyweds are worth a staggering £425million, according to The Sunday Times, overtaking the likes of Ed Sheeran, Lord Sainsburys, Harry Styles and Lewis Hamilton. Following their placing at 304 on the publication's Rich List, the couple opened up to the The Sunday Times on their relationship, where they both insisted that they couldn't rest on their fortune and needed to keep making money. Reflecting on how they came to fall for each other, James revealed that their first date came about as a result of one of his 'worst-ever investments' that cost him £150,000. He recalled: 'Georgia is the outcome of one of my worst-ever investments. I have a portfolio of about 20 small businesses and one of them fell by the wayside, but the founder of that business knew Georgia and set us up. 'So I may have lost £150,000 but I gained a wife. Maybe it was my best investment ever?'
Press and Journal
04-06-2025
- Business
- Press and Journal
I try the BrewDog brewery tour in Ellon - is it worth £20?
I visited BrewDog DogTap this weekend – for what was probably the fiftieth time – but my first time inside the actual brewery. People either love or hate BrewDog, but there is no denying the bar and restaurant in Ellon is always busy. I've visited with my family for special occasions, catch-ups and spent God knows how much on beer and wings. But I have never done the brewery tour. Intrigued by the affordable £20 price tag for the 1.5 hour tour, I booked my dad and I in for the tour. A pre-Father's Day treat, if you will. As part of me expected, I'm the only woman on the tour. There's me, my dad and a group of men possibly there on a stag do. Our enthusiastic tour guide, Lisa, meets us at the upstairs bar at BrewDog DogTap in Ellon. We immediately get a taste of BrewDog beer while we get kitted out in goggles and high-vis. It's just gone 12, but it's five o'clock somewhere, right? Sadly as the designated driver, I'm limited to AF. But my first taste of the day, Lost AF, is always a hit with me. We head out of DogTap Ellon towards BrewDog HQ next. On our way Lisa – self-proclaimed historian and bartender – talks through some of BrewDog's history. She makes several references to BrewDog's beginnings in the Broch, stating the bar relocated to Ellon because 'Fraserburgh decided they didn't want us.' And that iconic colourful artwork on the side of the DogTap building? Lisa explains that it was done by an artist who was caught graffiti-ing on the old Fraserburgh bar. How punk. We arrive in BrewDog HQ, heading up a spiral staircase into the main offices of the Ellon team. This is a real peek behind the curtain. I didn't meet James Watt, but I did get a glimpse into his psyche. Though Lisa does admit that 'we [BrewDog] are no longer punk', souvenirs of the beer's rebellious and outrageous beginnings fill the place. There are photos of the 2012 protest when the team drove a BrewDog tank down Camden High Street. Other memorabilia draws into focus the success of what began as a small Aberdeenshire brewery run by two mates and their OG Brew Dog Bracken. Lining the walls are prints of each of the BrewDog bars across the world. These fill every inch of wall in a belt. It is impossible not to be impressed by the scale of something which started off in a 'tiny, derelict shed', and has since spread around the world. BrewDog opened 15 bars in 2015 alone. Key names of other locations opened over the years stick out to me: Paris, Budapest, Reykjavik, São Paulo, Stockholm. All the way fae the Broch. Suitably impressed – despite our fellow tour attendees talking over Lisa – we head into another room for our second tasting, and to learn more about the beer. I'm proud to say I name three of the four main elements in beer, teacher's pet that I am. My dad sneaks in there by naming the most obvious: water. There's also hops, malt and yeast. Now it's time for another beer sample. This time, it's Punk AF for me. My dad and the other drinkers enjoy a taste of the Hazy Jane Guava IPA. He isn't a sweet tooth, but is actually a big fan of this. The fruitiness isn't overpowering or sickly. The brewery tour continues with our progress into the brewery itself. Now it's time for us to don our goggles, and me to tie up my hair. Inside the brewery, we get a look at the mash tuns – yes, these play a part in whisky distillation and beer brewing. I've visited several breweries before for interviews, but it's interesting to see this on a tour perspective too. The bitesize explanations and handy infographics would make this comprehensible even for a total beer novice. It's also pretty cool to see the canning process on the go too. Watching cans flee along the line, then head out the door packaged on pallets. After this, we return our high-vis in exchange for a token we can redeem for a final beer at BrewDog DogTap. All in all, the BrewDog Brewery Tour was great. The chatty group was slightly distracting at points, but it provided a great insight into the north-east beer giants. It was fun to see the behind-the-scenes of the beer I've been enjoying for years, and learn about the history of the business while standing where employees do every day. My dad who has been drinking beer longer than I've been alive, said: 'It was enjoyable and informative, and great to see the brewing process from start to finish. 'What an achievement creating a huge global operation from humble beginnings with two men and a dog. 'It's nice to see an Aberdeenshire business thrive like that.' For me, it is well worth the £20 price tag.
