08/25/2026
🍺☘️THE FINALE ROAD RUNS THROUGH ROME! 🍺☘️
The search for Central NY’s absolute best pint of Guinness hits Qualifier #3! We are bringing the heat to Black River Ale House in Rome for our final qualifying Pour-Off, and we've lined up a phenomenal panel of Celebrity Guest Judges to score every single pour!
📍 WHERE: Black River Ale House (Rome, NY)
📅 WHEN: Tuesday, August 25th
⏰ TIME: 6:00 PM
To make sure every pint is poured to total perfection, meet our Pour-Off #3 Celebrity Guest Judges:
📰 TODD DEWAN — Sports Editor for the Rome Sentinel! Todd knows all about clutch performances, fair calls, and recognizing high-level ex*****on when the pressure is on.
🎸 HAYDEN MAC — Local area musician! Bringing serious rhythm, local flair, and artistic precision to the judge's table to spot a flawless pour.
🕶️ BLUES BROS OF CENTRAL NEW YORK — The ultimate local legends! Bringing soul, style, and iconic CNY energy to ensure every pint has the right spirit.
Every pint poured and dollar raised during the 2026 Pour competition supports our PINTS FOR PUPPIES initiative, benefiting The Humane Societies of The Mohawk Valley: The Herkimer County Humane Society, Anita's Stevens Swan Humane Society, and The Humane Society of Rome! 🐶🍺
Bartenders: Entry in all qualifiers is 100% FREE! Whether you haven't stepped behind the tap yet or want another shot at qualifying, this is your LAST CHANCE to advance to the Grand Finale!
👉 Bartender Registration: https://www.aohuticany.org/the-pour-bartender-registration
👉 Pour-Off #3 Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1035726002156273
👉 The Finale: https://www.facebook.com/events/1350463717155043
Must be 18+ to participate in NYS, 21+ to drink. Drink responsibly.
Tag your crew, share this post, and come out to Black River Ale House on Tuesday, August 25th to cheer on your favorite local bartenders and support local rescue animals! ☘️🐾
