Ymm, Beer!

[devildeac]

From 5/12/20:

"Zeitghost-Casita Cerveceria/New Anthem Beer Project collaboration

somewhat east of local

Credit-I needed a couple more cans to complete my mixed case last month and get 15% off; breweries ain’t too shabby either
Style-West Coast IPA (uh-oh)
How old izzit-32420 stamped just below top rim
Format-1/8 gallon aluminum cell
Glassware-standard pint glass
Appearance-yellow gold with a slight haze; billowy head
Up your nose-dank; pine and resin; grapefruit
On the tongue-about as bitter as anticipated
Down the esophagus-orange and grapefruit rind; piney/resiny/danky
Grains-2 Row, Carapils, Crystal 20
Hops-Simcoe, Amarillo and the 3 Cs: Centennial, Chinook and Columbus
How bitter-probably 60+ IBUs
How potent-7.6% ABV
Overall impression-I had my reservations but couldn’t resist a collaboration brew from these two breweries; really well done
Ymm, Beer rating-knocking on the door for cat 3; I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed/appreciated this as I tired of West Coast IPAs a couple years ago"

Tonight was a half pint draft in a cheapass plastic cup but all the above jargon still applies except a device rep treated and this was a low cat 3 now and I really enjoyed it. Look for it!!

[devildeac]

Imperial Lead Filled Snowshoe (draft)-Divine Barrel Brewing

I don’t name the beers, I only drink and report.

Not quite local but it’s a NC beer.

Credit-devide rep treat; thanks!!
Style-IIPA, old style
Format-^^^^
Stemware-craft beer store plastic cup;
Appearance-orange/bronze; clean/clear; thin head
Nose-orange and pine
Mouthfeel-almost bracing
Tastes-orange zest and liqueur, pine, grapefruit, hint of dank and a swirl of caramel
Hops-Citra, Mosaic and “aal the Simcoe a brew could ever need”
IBU-gotta be 60s
ABV-9%
Overall impression-reminded me of DFH 90 Minute, still an old favorite
Ymm, Beer rating-low cat 3 easily; nice throwback to an old school IIPA

[devildeac]

Rye Barrel Vanilla Stout (draft)-Brewery Ommegang

Not local

Credit-nice owner from Bottle Rev pours a small taster
Style-^^^^
Format-^^^^
Cupware-even smaller, cheaper plastic cupper
Appearance-dark, dark brown and some tan foam
Nose-vanilla and whiskey
Mouthfeel-slippery
Tastes-whiskey, vanilla, burnt caramel and dark chocolate
Adjuncts-vanilla beans
Grains-Munich 20, roasted barley, Cara 20, midnight wheat
Hops-secret
IBU-likely 50 something
ABV-10.5%
Overall impression-decadent
Ymm, Beer rating-low/mid cat 3; Ommegang rarely fails; I’d have asked for pint of this but…

[devildeac]

Caliban-Modern Times Beer

Where in the world is Carmen San Diego? Not local

Credit-shamelessly stolen for another dog sitting fee from older daughter
Style-hazy IPA
Format-pint can
Dates-02/24/21 (oops)
Stemware-standard pint glass
Appearance-hazy yellowish and foamy
Nose-grapefruit juice cocktail
Mouthfeel-mildly juicy
Tastes-pineapple grapefruit juice light
IBU-probably 50
ABV-6.9%
Overall impression-still decent for a 7+ month old beer
Ymm, Beer rating-mid cat 2 for lack of freshness and that’s on me, not the beer/brewery

[devildeac]

Summer-Tree House Brewing

Local when the beer steward bought it.

Credit-nrrrrvous; thanks!!
Style-NEDIPA
Format-pint can, shared with son last night
Stemnware-snifters
Appearance-white grapefruit juice
Nose-grapefruit and guava
Mouthfeel-succulent
Tastes-grapefruit, guava, pith, zest, OJ and a drizzle of resin
Hops-Mangum, Citra and Amarillo
IBU-50ish
ABV-8.2%
Overall impression-another wonderful Tree House white whale
Ymm, Beer rating-low/mid cat 3; honored/delighted that nrrrrvous would buy/share

[devildeac]

The Plea-The Veil Brewing

Local for the RVA crowd.

Credit-nrrrrvous, nrrrrvous, nrrrrvous, nrrrrvous; thanks!!
Style-sour, fruited DIPA
Format-pint can, shared
Stemware-the usual snifters
Appearance-brilliant purple (WTH? Is this beer?)
Nose-berries
Mouthfeel-tart and fruity
Tastes-berries overpour the other fruits; lemon juice
Adjuncts-blackberries, boysenberries, peach and apricot
Hops-Galaxy
IBU-probably 40s
ABV-8%
Overall impression-beer smoothie; what else is new?
Ymm, Beer rating-mid cat 3; another round tripped for The Veil; delicious

[devildeac]

Double Strawberry Chantilly Milkshake-Phase Three Brewing Company

Lake Zurich, IL is local for me this week.

Credit-younger son in law; thanks!!
Style-DIPA, milkshaked
Format-temporary 16 ounce aluminum prison, shared
Bottom of can-Chantilly Town 07/27/2021
Stemware-tumblers
Appearance-pinkish yellow with a 100% chance of haze and a frothy head; not quite as chunky in our glasses but it was thick
Mouthfeel-viscous
Nose-lots of strawberries
Tastes-pureed strawberries, cream/milk, vanilla with a tiny bite
Adjuncts-might be some strawberries in this one along with vanilla and lactose
IBU-none quoted but probably 40
ABV-9% (I always chuckle at a beer labeled as an IPA/IIPA/pastry stout that has alcohol)
Overall impression-wonderful meal starter; coulda been a finisher, too; deeeelicious
Ymm, Beer rating-mid cat 3; generally, not a big strawberry beer fan but this really tasted like a milkshake and one of the better ones I’ve ever had

[devildeac]

Disclaimer: I do not make up these names.

Goofy Boots-Penrose Brewing Company

Geneva, IL is nearby this week.

Credit-younger son in law; thanks!!
Style-juicy midwest IPA ( )
Container-pint can, shared
Canned on-7/15/2021
Glassware-juice glasses, yes, we really drank this from 8 ounce juice glasses
Appearance-white grapefruit juice; smallish head
Nose-fresh squeezed grapefruit juice and weed
Mouthfeel-pithy
Tastes-if you’d run half a bag of Florida grapefruit juice through a blender at high speed, added a leaf or tow of an pungent, dank plant (for medicinal purposes, of course) and served to me, I might not be able to differentiate; amazingly citrusy
Hops-Azacca, Citra and Mosaic
Adjunct-lactose
IBU-10 (I almost believe this)
ABV-7.2%
Overall impression-a Veil/Burial/Tree House/Trillium worthy comparison
Ymm, Beer rating-low/mid cat 3; an outstanding IPA

[devildeac]

Bourbon Barrel GBS 2019 (?)-Hardywood Park Craft Brewery

Local for certain people with free pick-up and delivery .

Credit-a member of the GBS Complete Set 2019; wcmcards88 with the beer muleing; thanks!!
Style-umm…
Format-corked and caged 750 ml bottle, shared
Stemware-cocktail glasses
Appearance-dark, dark brown; smallish tan head
Nose-everything the same with GBS plus bourbon
Mouthfeel-sexy with a zing
Tastes-ginger, cinnamon, bourbon, charred caramel, bourbon
Adjuncts-vanilla beans, honey, VA ginger, cinnamon and lactose
IBU-55
ABV-11.6%
Overall impression-might still be my favorite of all the variants; still decadent
Ymm, Beer rating-mid cat 3; I look forward to this every year and appreciate it even more if any extras appear during the year

[devildeac]

Lemon Meringue Double Marbles-More Brewing Company

About 6 blocks from the liquor store is about as local as you can get.

Credit-my card, the need for some more “sign and trade” beers for the week and approval of the owner of the store
Style-milkshake DIPA
Format-pint can, shared
Drinking vessels-cocktail glasses
Appearance-yellow milkshake with generous whipped topping
Nose-lemons and other citrus
Mouthfeel-creamy and a bit tart
Tastes-lots and lots of Meyer lemons, vanilla, cream and a hint of pineapple
Adjuncts-^^^^
IBU-“no IBU,” but reality says about 30
Overall impression-a delightful pairing with a slice of homemade lemon cream cheese pie
Ymm, Beer rating-low cat 3; one of the better of the style that I’ve had

[devildeac]

Sicario Piña-3 Floyds Brewing Company

From about 25 miles away.

Credit-it was on the shelf and we needed more beers to sample
Style-Muscat barrel aged Brettanomyces pineapple Farmhouse ale/saison/sour
Format-12 ounce bottle, shared
Stemware-wine glasses
Appearance-murky, orange/amber; small, fizzy head
Nose-pungent grape must and several day old pineapple juice
Mouthfeel-about as sour as any Belgian sour I’ve tasted
Tastes-really complex including several day old pineapple juice, red wine/apple vinegar, grapes, lots of Brett funk/wet hay
Adjuncts-pineapple
IBU-maybe 10
ABV-8%
Overall impression-FFF brews some off centered beers and this is another; I liked it a lot as did our younger son-in law; good pairing with grilled peppers, chicken, beef tenderloin, salad and some pasta salad
Ymm, beer rating-low cat 3; the Belgian sours/Farmhouse ales are better, but not much

[devildeac]

From Sunday/Monday nights:

Apple Brandy Mega GBS 2019-Hardywood Park Craft Brewery

Local for the guy who ordered/picked up.

Credit-wbmcards88 is da man and he got my check to prove it!
Style-see name
Format-corked and caged 750 ml botte shared over two nights
Stemware-tumblers
Appearance-almost onyx; wispy head
Nose-brandy and ginger
Mouthfeel-seductive with a ginger zing
Tastes-apple brandy, ginger, dark chocolate, burnt caramel, wood
Adjuncts-ginger, cinnamon, honey, lactose and vanilla
IBU-55
ABV-13.5% (); “Go Mega or Go Home”
Overall impression-not my favorite GBS barrel aged variant but still excellent
Ymm, Beer rating-mid cat 3; a very flavorful sipper

[devildeac]

Staghorn Octoberfest-New Glarus Brewing Company

“Only in Wisconsin”

Credit-my debit card
Style-ummm…
Format-12 ounce bottle, not shared
Glassware-standard pint glass
Appearance-reddish copper; modest, creamy head
Nose-toasted bread and light caramel syrup
Mouthfeel-pillowy
Tastes-toast, caramel, mildly earthy, floral
Grains-“great Midwestern and European”
Hops-“world’s most expensive”
Yeast-“fresh from Germany”
Water-“clear Wisconsin”
IBU-“no IBU” but I’m not quite as dumm as I look so I’ll guess <30
ABV-6.25%
Overall impression-so happy to grab a 6er to add to the rest of the haul; it’s excellent
Ymm, Beer rating-low/mid cat 3; yea, it’s that well brewed; so clear/clean/crisp

[CameronBornAndBred]

Along with a general assortment of Not Good beers, Duke will be serving 16oz cans of Wicked Weed Pernicious IPA at Wallace Wade. While overpriced, for a stadium vendor $10 isn't too bad for a good beer.

[devildeac]

Along with a general assortment of Not Good beers, Duke will be serving 16oz cans of Wicked Weed Pernicious IPA at Wallace Wade. While overpriced, for a stadium vendor $10 isn't too bad for a good beer.

Yea, that'd prolly cost ya $4-5 at Total Wine and $6-7 at a bar. It's more disappointing they went with a *&^%ing AB/InBev product instead of an assortment of choices of local beers from Durham like Fullsteam, Ponysaurus, Durty Bull, HiWire, Barrel Culture and/or Ancillary Fermentation. And y'all know we have far, far better choices for sipping/sharing/trading at the TBCC tent.

Reminder to AW: We'll not be there tomorrow night as we won't return from Chicago until Sunday night.

[devildeac]

Virtual Vacation-Old Irving Brewing Company

Darn local. We’ve actually eaten lunch and had a flight at this brewery a couple years ago with our daughter and her husband as it was nearby his old church.

Credit-trader from younger son in law; thanks!!
Style-milkshake DIPA
Storage unit-pint can, not shared as Mrs. dd took a sip and made a very, very bitter beer face
Stemware-standard pint glass
Appearance-^^^^
Nose-pineapple and coconut
Mouthfeel-juicy and tropical
Tastes-this is pretty much a pina colada milkshake (beer? :grinning_face_with_smiling_eyes:) with wonderful coconut, pineapple and vanilla flavors masterfully interwoven
Adjuncts-pineapple, toasted coconut (tasted fresh to me), vanilla and lactose
Hops-Sabro and Strata, a fabulous combination
IBU-35
ABV-8.5%, yep, a beershake
Overall impression-one of the better of the style I’ve ever had; nothing dominant yet all very apparent; a terrific nightcap
Ymm, Beer rating-mid cat 3; yea, it was that good

[Bob Green]

Tavern Brown Ale by Alewerks Brewing Company in Williamsburg, VA.

Smooth and tasty. I like brown ale because you know you’re drinking a beer but they are not as heavy as a stout or porter.

Last week in San Diego I drank lots of Dos Equis Amber on draft.

[Bob Green]

Protocol Porter by Alewerks Brewing Company...

Heavier than the brown ale but still a smooth beer. I’m impressed with Alewerks Brewing Company products.

[devildeac]

From dinner tonight:

Ruby Bloom-Bloomington Brewing Company

Local when bought

Credit-older brother in law’s wife who delivered to their daughter in Chicago yesterday and offered to me with dinner tonight
Style-amber
Storage unit-pint can, not shared
Glassware-standard pint glass
Appearance-cafe noir with a smallish champagne head
Nose-medium caramel, earthy
Mouthfeel-slightly sweet
Tastes-dark brown sugar, herbal hops, dark toast
IBU-11
ABV-6%
Overall impression-I’d drink one of these over a Fat Tire any time; smooth and better than anticipated; delighted to have been offered this
Ymm, Beer rating-unexciting, but still upper cat 2 based on smoothness and tastes

[devildeac]

Protocol Porter by Alewerks Brewing Company...

Heavier than the brown ale but still a smooth beer. I’m impressed with Alewerks Brewing Company products.

I haven't had a core/platform Alewerks beer since we attended a meeting in Williamsburg, probably 5 years ago, maybe more. I recall liking them a lot. They have several high gravity fall/winter ales that are very good, too.