The clever and extremely creative folks at Stone Brewing are continually raising the bar on what beer is and what it can be! This week we try Stone 09.09.09 Vertical Epic Ale, a Belgian style Imperial Porter. Brewed with dark candi sugar, chocolate malt, tangerine peel, vanilla beans, and aged on French oak, this is [...]
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New England Brewing – Elm City Lager, Ep. 92
On February - 17 - 2010
The fine folks at New England Brewing were kind enough to send us a few samples and we start with their Elm City Lager. Named after New Haven’s historic nickname, this is true to a German Pilsner style. Crisp and golden, we found this beer to be refreshing, while distinctly tasting the pilsner malts [...]
Smuttynose Maibock, Ep. 91
On February - 8 - 2010
As a part of their Big Beer Series, Smuttynose Maibock is one that should be considered next time you’re in the local beer aisle. If you’re not familiar with the bock style, it’s basically a German strong lager. Big and malty, this beer is easy to drink and not “boozy” in any way. It’s also [...]
Coming to a TV near you…Beer America?
On January - 24 - 2010
It’s always been my dream for Beer America to become a television series, so as NATPE kicks off this week, we’re officially shopping it to networks! I originally wrote the pilot for this series back in 2003, and I feel this just might be our year. The show has evolved over time as the American [...]
Schlafly American Pale Ale, Ep. 90
On January - 18 - 2010
This week a classic APA from the largest American owned brewery in St. Louis, Schlafly Beer. This American Pale Ale is dry hopped directly into the finished beer boost the fresh fruity, flavor and aroma of American hops.
