12 Trials of Torg
Have you heard of the 12 Labors of Hercules? Well this is like that, but with less beasts and more beer. However, this quest is not for the faint of heart! If you are a brave craft beer-loving adventurer, ready to face perils to prove your merit, the Ale Gnomes and Lager Trolls of Torg beckon you into enter the arena.
Glory awaits those who complete the 12 Trials of Torg!
Glory awaits those who complete the 12 Trials of Torg!
The Rules
1. Tell the bartender on staff that you would like to enter the 12 Trials of Torg. Entry into the Trials is free, but purchases are required to complete individual tasks.
2. We will need your name and contact information. You will be assigned a dated score card which will initiate your entry into the Trials.
The card will be retained onsite behind the bar. Torg staff will validate the completion of each Trial and stamp the appropriateTrial as completed on your score card.
3. This is an individual sport. You will need to complete each task independently. Scorecards cannot be combined and are not transferable. However, we will ask you if you would like to represent either"The Ale Gnomes" or "The Lager Trolls" in your quest. We will release the standings of each team as the Trials progress.
4. Rules pertaining to specific Trials are detailed in the Trial descriptions below.
5. Previous purchases, event attendance,or actions taken prior to your registration into the Trials do not count towards Trial credit. Only beers purchased/consumed and events attendedafter your registration into the Trials count towards victory!
6. Free beers awarded through Torg Brewery, Loyalist or founders memberships, external membership programs
(i.e., Crafttapped, free pint tokens, BOGO's, or other specials)or promotions do not count toward beer purchases needed to complete individual trials.
7. You can complete The 12 Trials at your own pace. There is no end date and you can complete the individual trials in any order. Contestants can enter and complete the entire 12 Trials more than once. (Challenges that require a photo/social media post must have a new submission for each time the trial is taken.Past photos/social media posts do not count for that trials permanent completion if you choose to complete the 12 Trials multiple times.) Prizes to be announced later for multiple victories.
8. Only one trial may be completed or stamped at a time and cannot be combined for credit in more than one category.Example: if you are attending a Torg Sanctioned Event and there is a live band,you can only get credit for Merry Minstrel OR the 12 Trials Sanctioned Event - not both.
9. Trial stamps must be made on the day of attendance to the event. If you attend a trial sanctioned event (or any event that requires
only attendance to complete the trial) and forget to stamp your card, You will not receive credit for that event. Cards must be stamped day of by a staff member
10. Strive Valiantly and Have Fun!
1. Tell the bartender on staff that you would like to enter the 12 Trials of Torg. Entry into the Trials is free, but purchases are required to complete individual tasks.
2. We will need your name and contact information. You will be assigned a dated score card which will initiate your entry into the Trials.
The card will be retained onsite behind the bar. Torg staff will validate the completion of each Trial and stamp the appropriateTrial as completed on your score card.
3. This is an individual sport. You will need to complete each task independently. Scorecards cannot be combined and are not transferable. However, we will ask you if you would like to represent either"The Ale Gnomes" or "The Lager Trolls" in your quest. We will release the standings of each team as the Trials progress.
4. Rules pertaining to specific Trials are detailed in the Trial descriptions below.
5. Previous purchases, event attendance,or actions taken prior to your registration into the Trials do not count towards Trial credit. Only beers purchased/consumed and events attendedafter your registration into the Trials count towards victory!
6. Free beers awarded through Torg Brewery, Loyalist or founders memberships, external membership programs
(i.e., Crafttapped, free pint tokens, BOGO's, or other specials)or promotions do not count toward beer purchases needed to complete individual trials.
7. You can complete The 12 Trials at your own pace. There is no end date and you can complete the individual trials in any order. Contestants can enter and complete the entire 12 Trials more than once. (Challenges that require a photo/social media post must have a new submission for each time the trial is taken.Past photos/social media posts do not count for that trials permanent completion if you choose to complete the 12 Trials multiple times.) Prizes to be announced later for multiple victories.
8. Only one trial may be completed or stamped at a time and cannot be combined for credit in more than one category.Example: if you are attending a Torg Sanctioned Event and there is a live band,you can only get credit for Merry Minstrel OR the 12 Trials Sanctioned Event - not both.
9. Trial stamps must be made on the day of attendance to the event. If you attend a trial sanctioned event (or any event that requires
only attendance to complete the trial) and forget to stamp your card, You will not receive credit for that event. Cards must be stamped day of by a staff member
10. Strive Valiantly and Have Fun!
The Trials
1. VICTORY POSE!
Take a selfie in front of our mural or your favorite spot in our taproom.
Post it to social media using the #12trialsoftorg and tag us @torgbrewery.
Show your post to the bartender to validate completion of this task.
*Not a social media aficionado? Submit your photos to our Google business site or email them to our brewster at [email protected].
All photos submitted via email become the property of Torg Brewery and may be used in promotional materials.
2. FLAGSHIP KNIGHT
Enjoy the Diverse Bounty of Torg.
Enjoy FIVE of the eight flagship and seasonal beers highlighted on your score card.
Please have the bartender record your purchase on your scorecard at time of purchase.
*Must be purchased in either a 20 oz., 16 oz. or 13 oz. tulip glass. Highlighted beers are found on the top of the scorecard and may vary depending on entry date into Trials.
*“Free Beers” through membership programs or other promotions, tokens, or coupons do not count toward completion of this Trial.
3. MERRY MINSTREL
Attend Open Mic Nights or any live music event at Torg.
Take a picture of the musician and tag us @torgbrewery
using the hashtags #livemusic and #12trialsoftorg.
Show your post to the bartender to validate completion of this task.
*See the note attached to Trial #1 regarding photos and social media posting.
4. ATTEND THE GAMES!
Participate in a Torg Game Event.
Play at least 2 rounds of Trivia (Wednesday nights) or join in the fun of
Goofy Games Friday or other Torg Game Event (featured on our calendar).
Turn your score card into the bartender to validate completion of this task.
(Only participation occurring after the start date of your current 12 Trials scorecard is valid )
5. SPOT THE GOAT
Billy Goats keep stomping across our Lager Trolls bridge and are loose in the taproom.
Can you spot them? Find the rogue goate, take a picture,
tag us @torgbrewery using the hashtags #roguetroll and #12trialsoftorg.
Show your post to the bartender to validate completion of this task.
*See the note attached to Trial #1 regarding photos and social media posting.
6. TWENTY TOASTS
Enjoy 20 Torg Pints of your choosing from beers currently on tap.
Please have the bartender record your purchase on your scorecard at time of purchase.
(Must be purchased in either a 20 oz., 16 oz. or 13 oz. tulip glass. Beers purchased for completion of Task 2 do NOT qualify for Task 6.
“Free Beers” through membership programs or other promotions, tokens, or coupons do not count toward completion of this Trial.)
7. TEAM PLAYER
Attend one "12 Trials Sanctioned" event.
Check in at the bar and ask the bartender to validate your victory over this trial.
(Notice of these events will be sent via email and listed on our website calendar.
Only events occurring after the start date of your 12 Trials scorecard are valid )
8. BEER AFICIONADO
Attend one Torg beer release and sample the new delight.
Please have the bartender stamp your card at the time of purchase.
(Purchase of 20 oz, 16 oz., 13 oz or $2.50 sample size valid for this Task.
Notice of these events will be sent via email and listed on our website calendar.
Only events occurring after the start date of your 12 Trials scorecard are valid.)
9. TORG PILGRIM
Take a selfie far afield of Torg Brewery. Feature Torg labeled merchandise or beer in your picture.
Post the picture to social media tagging us @torgbrewery and use the hashtag #12trialsoftorg
and let us know where you have journeyed.
Show your post to the bartender to validate completion of this task.
*See the note attached to Trial #1 regarding photos and social media posting.
10. MVP OF THE PARTY
Be a Hero - Purchase 4 Crowlers for your gathering.
Please have the bartender stamp your card at time of purchase.
11. BOON COMPANION
Bring a new friend to the taproom and share a flight
Please have the bartender stamp your card at time of purchase.
(Your “friend” cannot be an existing member of Torg Brewery (regular, loyalist, or founder membership) or another 12 Trials participant.)
12. WELL PROVISIONED
Purchase a growler of your favorite brew.
Please have your Task stamped complete at time of purchase.
Congratulations! You have completed The 12 Trials of Torg!
The Reward
All Trial Winners Will Receive
an Exclusive Trials of Torg T-shirt,
Their Name Enshrined in the 12 Trials of Torg Hall of Fame,
Endless Bragging Rights (to All That Will Listen)
and Fraternal Membership in either the Torg Clan of Ale Gnome and Lager Troll.
Those who complete multiple Trial Runs will receive additional awards (to be announced shortly).
All Trial Winners Will Receive
an Exclusive Trials of Torg T-shirt,
Their Name Enshrined in the 12 Trials of Torg Hall of Fame,
Endless Bragging Rights (to All That Will Listen)
and Fraternal Membership in either the Torg Clan of Ale Gnome and Lager Troll.
Those who complete multiple Trial Runs will receive additional awards (to be announced shortly).
Disclaimer: Participation in the 12 Trials Program is voluntary. There is no entry fee, however purchases are required to complete individual tasks within the program. Proof of an image may need to be shown to a staff member for completion regarding specific tasks. those tasks will state explicitly if needed. Stamp cards will be assigned to each contestant. These cards will help keep track of the contestants progress. All cards will be saved behind the bar and stamped by Torg staff only. No passed deeds, purchases, or event attendance will count towards the trials. Only tasks and purchases completed after the sign up date of the participant will count towards trial credit. "Free beer" purchases through Torg brewery membership status or other membership programs (i.e., crafttapped, hop passport, etc.) or with free pint tokens, BOGOs, coupons, marketing comps or other coupons, specials, or promotions do NOT count toward beer purchases required for completion of 12 Trial Tasks. Stamps for attendance specific tasks must be given day of by a Torg Brewery Staff Member and will not be given for past events. Make sure to ask the bartender to stamp your trials card day of or you will lose credit for that event. Any Participant who is found cheating on the 12 trials will be presented with a new card and will have to start over from scratch. Any questions or concerns about this program should be emailed to [email protected].