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The beer that gives back at the Iowa State Fair

The beer that gives back at the Iowa State Fair
got to donate money to the charity of their choice. Every year-- vendors flood their menus with new foods and fun drinks. But not every new beer donates its proceeds to charity. This is Bubbly Tap's second year at the State Fair. After last year, the business owners were filled with so much gratitude from the support, they knew they had to find a way to give back. vlog's Beau Bowman was at Bubbly tap earlier today. <nat Jennie laughing with Customers> The Bubbly Bar and Bistro isn't only known for the best views in the city. But also the out-of-this-world drinks. <6972 7:10-12 "it's never too windy for bubbles"> This year it's the Galaxy Groove. <6946 Jennie 43:34- 37"It's an American Pale Ale that has tropical notes"> But for owner Jennie Enloe it's more than just a fancy beer. <6946 Jennie 32:14- 22"Someone very special in the Bubbly Family won the Sam Adams brewing competition and we are so proud for them to bring it to us, because our friend is visually impaired."> Enloe calls brewer Jeremy Brown her non-biological nephew-- she's best friends with his mother and their kids grew up together. <6946 Jennie 32:46- 53"Just to see him come as far as he's grown over the past 30 years to come to this level and brew he's so excited and so I hope everyone can help me cheer him on. "> And when Brown won the Boston Beer Company Homebrew Competition and his beer was picked up by Sam Adams-- Enloe realized the blessing was too great not to share. That's why all the proceeds from Jeremy's beer will be donated to help visually impaired kids in Iowa. <6946 Jennie 34:39- 48"It's the programs, the teachers, the guides, the people who make these children grow up to be successful adults doing exactly what they want to do-- for Jeremy it's brewing beer. "> <nat> So every time the bartenders pull a draw... <nat> And the eyes get big as the smoke emerges from the popping bubbles... <nat> Just know that these beers are serving a higher purpose. And when it's hot and you need a cold beverage at the fair-- what could be better than a beer that gives back. <6946 Jennie 44:01-08"I try not to cry too often so maybe it's the first and second day jitters but just overwhelming joy and pride in such a quality beer."> And each Galaxy Groove beer comes with a collectible astronaut rubber duck. There are 10 of them, so you might have to drink a lot of beer to collect them all. They do have 80 kegs of Galaxy Groove, so ther
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Updated: 9:10 PM CDT Aug 8, 2025
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The beer that gives back at the Iowa State Fair
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The Iowa State Fair is buzzing with excitement, and one of the standout attractions this year is the Galaxy Groove, a special beer with a heartwarming story behind it. The exclusive release through Sam Adams is being served at the Bubbly Bar and Bistro, and all proceeds from its sales will go toward supporting visually impaired children in Iowa.The Bubbly Bar and Bistro, now in its second year at the fair, is known for its stunning views and creative drinks. This year, the Galaxy Groove, an American Pale Ale with tropical notes, is stealing the spotlight. However, for owner Jennie Enloe, the beer represents much more than its flavor profile."Someone very special in the Bubbly Family won the brewing competition, and we are so proud for them to bring it to us, because our friend is visually impaired," Enloe said. That special someone is Jeremy Brown, a brewer Enloe affectionately calls her "non-biological nephew."Their families have been close for decades, and Enloe has watched Brown grow into his passion for brewing.Brown’s journey reached a milestone when he won the Boston Beer Company Homebrew Competition, earning the opportunity to have his beer featured by Sam Adams. Enloe saw this as a chance to give back."Just to see him come as far as he's grown over the past 30 years to come to this level and brew — he's so excited, and so I hope everyone can help me cheer him on," she said.All proceeds from Galaxy Groove sales will be donated to programs that support visually impaired children in Iowa, helping them achieve their dreams just as Brown has."It's the programs, the teachers, the guides, the people who make these children grow up to be successful adults doing exactly what they want to do — for Jeremy, it's brewing beer," Enloe explained.The Galaxy Groove experience is made even more fun with collectible astronaut rubber ducks — 10 designs in total — adding a playful touch to the meaningful initiative. With 80 kegs of beer available, fairgoers have plenty of opportunities to enjoy a cold drink while supporting a great cause.I try not to cry too often, so maybe it's the first and second day jitters," Enloe said, "but just overwhelming joy and pride in such a quality beer."

The Iowa State Fair is buzzing with excitement, and one of the standout attractions this year is the Galaxy Groove, a special beer with a heartwarming story behind it. The exclusive release through Sam Adams is being served at the Bubbly Bar and Bistro, and all proceeds from its sales will go toward supporting visually impaired children in Iowa.

The Bubbly Bar and Bistro, now in its second year at the fair, is known for its stunning views and creative drinks. This year, the Galaxy Groove, an American Pale Ale with tropical notes, is stealing the spotlight. However, for owner Jennie Enloe, the beer represents much more than its flavor profile.

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"Someone very special in the Bubbly Family won the brewing competition, and we are so proud for them to bring it to us, because our friend is visually impaired," Enloe said. That special someone is Jeremy Brown, a brewer Enloe affectionately calls her "non-biological nephew."

Their families have been close for decades, and Enloe has watched Brown grow into his passion for brewing.

Brown’s journey reached a milestone when he won the Boston Beer Company Homebrew Competition, earning the opportunity to have his beer featured by Sam Adams. Enloe saw this as a chance to give back.

"Just to see him come as far as he's grown over the past 30 years to come to this level and brew — he's so excited, and so I hope everyone can help me cheer him on," she said.

All proceeds from Galaxy Groove sales will be donated to programs that support visually impaired children in Iowa, helping them achieve their dreams just as Brown has.

"It's the programs, the teachers, the guides, the people who make these children grow up to be successful adults doing exactly what they want to do — for Jeremy, it's brewing beer," Enloe explained.

The Galaxy Groove experience is made even more fun with collectible astronaut rubber ducks — 10 designs in total — adding a playful touch to the meaningful initiative. With 80 kegs of beer available, fairgoers have plenty of opportunities to enjoy a cold drink while supporting a great cause.

I try not to cry too often, so maybe it's the first and second day jitters," Enloe said, "but just overwhelming joy and pride in such a quality beer."