The
village of Watkins Glen in many ways
mirrors man’s tenuous and somewhat conflicted relationship with the
natural world. While nature seemingly suggests that we “take more
time,” we are determined to take the next turn in the shortest time
possible. So while the waters of Glen Creek meander along the ancient
path towards New York’s Seneca Lake, men and women continue to push the
limits of speed and endurance powering into the chicane and loops at Watkins Glen International,
often forgetting that the race doesn’t always go to the swiftest.
But for those that have mastered life in the slipstream there is that
understanding that it is the balance between man’s ingenuity, combined
with a bit of mechanical tinkering, and the classical elements of
earth, air, fire and water that normally determines one’s place at the
finish. This lesson can be applied to most human endeavors, including
the making of beer. Along the main straightaway in Watkins Glen at the CROOKED ROOSTER PUB that axiom
has been practiced and perfected. It is here that Seth Weisel, the head
brewer for Rooster Fish Brewing creates
a
superb selection of handcrafted ales. The marriage of American hops,
organic malts and the cool fresh water from Seneca Lake have produced a
product that has pleased the palates of loyal patrons and beer devotees
since 2004.
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AN AGREEABLE, LIVELY, AND
STYLISH BAR
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