Ymm, Beer!

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Carolime (draft)-Heist Brewing

Local? Close enough.

Credit-one of 3 featured taps Wednesday at Bottle Rev
Style-flavored gose
Format-$10/32 ounce mini growler divided over 2 nights
Stemware-white wine glass
Appearance-filtered lemonade with a big fizzy head
Nose-limeade!!
Mouthfeel-mild bitterness
Tastes-mild sweetness, more sourness, salt, lemon/limeade; hint of spice
Adjuncts-sea salt, coriander, lime juice and lime zest
IBU-couldn't be >10
ABV-4.1%
Overall impression-a hidden gem/treasure; I think the zest adds a lot here; I think it's available in pint cans (so we can squander more $$ and aluminum )
Ymm, Beer rating-low cat 3; might not be as good as Westbrook's Key Lime Pie Gose but it's in a nearby zip code; very refreshing

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Who made the VP? I think my absence must be a draw!

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Who made the VP? I think my absence must be a draw!

Nrrrrvous, fuse, the Love Ninja, RJ199, the beergoddess, Bob Green, DinK, Tripping William, LegoBatman and some ne'er-do-well named devildeac.
Read more about it OY.

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Another DNP-CD from Bob's Virtual Porter Pub:

Edmund Fitzgerald-Great Lakes Brewing Company

Local? Not really unless a family relative is included.

Credit-Bob called the theme, I bought the beer
Style-American Porter
Format-12 ounce bottle
Best by-09/01/20
Stemware-pint glass
Good looks-dark brown, clean, thin head
Aromas-cocoa and java
Palate pleasers-bakers chocolate, molasses, burnt grain, coffee, earthy hops
IBU-37
ABV-6%
Overall impression-an American classic; would pair exceptionally well with brisket, ribs, burgers, pulled pork/chicken
Ymm, Beer rating-low cat 3; nothing fancy here, just a very well brewed beer for the style

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Bourbon Barrel Quad-Boulevard Brewing Company

Quite a distance from local.

Credit-RJ199 and the beergoddess knock another trader out of the park; thanks!!
Style-ummm...
Format-12 ounce bottle, another aluminum tree was saved
Please enjoy by-18NOV2021 (Hell Yes Ma'am)
Stemware-a large Ommegang tulip because Boulevard is also owned by Duvel Moortgat
Pour-faintly cloudy dark amber; foamy, lacy head
Nose-dark, dried fruits, brown sugar and a "secret" ingredient I had to research
Mouthfeel-smooth and a bit syrupy
Tastes-complex, including raisins, dates, figs, dark caramel, earthy hops, vanilla, wood and dark cherries (see adjuncts)
Adjuncts-"Cherries are added to make up for the “angel's share” of beer lost during barrel aging." (yes, please!!)
IBU-26
ABV-11.2% (dangerous indeed)
Overall impression-superbly done
Ymm, Beer rating-mid tier cat 3; worth seeking and buying a 4 pack at probably $4/bottle

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Finally, the "other" Stella:

Stella Artois-Stella Artois (InBev) Brewery

Credit-found in back of fridge, leftover from some guests, and it "appeared" to have my name on it
Style-"imported lager beer"
Format-11.2 ounce aluminum shortage-instigating can
Glassware-Goose Island (hey, why not, same family ) nonic pint glass
Numbers on bottom of can-18/04/21 4500:55
Appearance-clean/clear light yellow with a fizzy and foamy head
Nose-flowers and corn
Mouthfeel-fizzy
Tastes-floral Euro hops, some corn syrup, Wonder bread
IBU-probably 20
ABV-5%
Overall impression-wouldn't touch this stuff from a green bottle but from a can, it was a classic lager
Ymm, Beer rating-upper cat 2; a Euro lager night would be interesting with this, Trumer Pils and Pilsner Urquell

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From last PM, posted here because we don't have a Ymm, Near Beer thread:

Upside Dawn-Athletic Brewing Company

Local! Nah.

Credit-trader from fuse last month; thanks!!
Style-above
Format-12 ounce can
Freshness-<shrugs>; can recycled last PM
Glassware-pint glass
Pour-clean, light yellow; modest foamy head
Nares ticklers-corn syrup and flowers
Mouthfeel-cold and refreshing (no lawn-mowing involved)
Tastes-corn, floral Euro hops, lightly toasted brrrread
Ingredients-water, barley, Vienna malts, yeast, hops; touted as all organic, like this post
IBU-maybe 20
ABV-<0.5% (no typo or misplaced decimal point); it's a non-alcoholic beer
Overall impression-hit the spot labeled refreshing to accompany a slice of quiche
Ymm, Beer rating-lower/mid cat 2; you drink this for what it is and enjoy it along with the thought and the meal; would be interesting so compare with other NA brews

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Dancing on My Own-New Anthem Beer Project

Close enough to declare it local.

Credit-RJ199 and the beergoddess; thank you and thank you again!!
Style-DDH DIPA
Format-we took one step deeper into the aluminum shortage
Stemware-if it came from RJ199, it was consumed from a Stella snifter
Appearance-hazy pineapple guava juice
Nose-a tropical/citrus fruit salad blend
Mouthfeel-very juicy
Tastes-pineapple, grapefruit, guava, orange zest, pith
Hops-Mosaic, double dry hopped (DDH)
IBU-probably 60
ABV-8.3%
Overall impression-a terrifically concocted DIPA
Ymm, Beer rating-low to middle tier cat 3; I wish I had a 4 pack of this; New Anthem makes really, really fine beers, comparable to Burial, Veil and now Commonwealth

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Da Shootz-Deschutes Brewery

Closer but still not local.

Credit-treat from younger daughter yesterday at lunch; thanks!
Style-American pilsner
Format-12 ounce can (shared)
Glassware-pint glass
Appearance-light yellow gold; modest foamy head
Nose-light flowers and a hint of maize
Mouthfeel-hint of bitter
Tastes-floral Euro hops and a bit of corn syrup
IBU-25
ABV-4%
Overall impression-good pairing with an Italian beef sandwich sandwich, with and without sausage, accompanied by some mild giardiniera
Ymm, Beer rating-mid range 2, but appreciated for a good effort for an "unexciting" style

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From dinner last PM:

Le Jus-Alarmist Brewing

From my map, this was pretty nearby.

Credit-younger son in law; thanks!!
Style-NEIPA
Format-pint can (shared)
Drinking vessels-Duke championship pint glasses (always make a beer taste better)
Good looks-hazy, yellow orange; modest head
Good aromas-you betcha with orange and grapefruit
Mouthfeel-juicy with the expected somewhat low bitterness for the style
Taste-OJ, zest, grapefruit, splash of pineapple
IBU-40?
ABV-6%
Overall impression-excellent pairing with some Chicago pizza
Ymm, Beer rating-easy entry into cat 3, lower level; I may steal a can of this to bring back to NC tomorrow
Award-Great American Beer Festival Gold Medal 2018 Gold Juicy/Hazy IPA; "...who am I to disagree..."

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Dessert beer last PM. Pastry stout?

Imperial Cherry Jones Dog-Pipeworks Brewing Company

Local! Heck yea!

Credit-son in law, the younger; great choice; thanks!!
Format-pint can, shared 3 ways
Style-flavored imperial milk stout
Stemware-cocktail glasses
Appearance-dark brown with ruby edges; thin tan head
Nose-chocolate covered cherries
Mouthfeel-soft and sweet
Tastes-dark chocolate and dark caramel first, hint of java with a strong cherry vanilla finish
Adjuncts-cherries, cacao nibs, lactose and vanilla
IBU-probably 50; more roasty than bitter
ABV-10.5%; frightening
Overall impression-delicious
Ymm, Beer rating-low cat 3; crowded field; very well "constructed" and would readily sip again

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More dessert last PM. Pastry/bakery stout!!

Bourbon Barrel Aged 12 Layer Cake-Moody Tongue Brewing Company

Local! Even closer than the prior one, I think.

Credit-younger son in law knocks another out of the park; thanks!!
Style-flavored imperial stout
Format-12 ounce bottle, shared 3 ways
Stemware-cute little tumblers
Appearance-dark, dark brown; minimal tan head
Aromas-dark chocolate and bourbon
Mouthfeel-warm and slick
Tastes-semisweet chocolate, baker's chocolate, bourbon, cocoa, hints of coffee and coconut, heavily roasted grains, dark caramel, more bourbon, fudge
Adjuncts-Moody Tongue is not loose lipped about their ingredients
IBU-probably 50 based on the style
ABV-13.9% (no typo); absolutely necessary to share or, sipped by oneself, it's about a 2 hour beer
Overall impression-maybe not a 12 layer cake or a German Chocolate Cake as they'd like you to believe (no nuts) but it was superb
Ymm, Beer rating-mid/upper cat 3; an outstanding finish to the evening

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Heavenly Helles-Church Street Brewing Company

I did not invent the names of the beer or the brewing company

Local again!

Credit-younger daughter; Mama raised her well; thanks!!
Style-what the Helles do you think?
Format-pint can, shared 3 ways
Glassware-cocktail glasses
Appearance-very pale amber; medium, frothy head
Nose-toasted bread; flowers
Mouthfeel-gentle
Tastes-cereal, toasted wheat bread, floral, light caramel
IBU-17
ABV-5%
Overall impression-delightful midday pairing with some leftover Chicago pizza
Ymm, Beer rating-mid/upper cat 2; very pleasant

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12th of Never-Lagunitas Brewing

Local

Credit-younger daughter; thanks!
Style-session IPA
Format-12 ounce can, shared 3 ways
Glassware-tumblers
Appearance-light straw color; thin, fizzy head
Nose-grapefruit juice light
Mouthfeel-a bit of rind
Tastes-followed the nose; some pith and grapefruit rind
IBU-50?; a bit high for what I *think* is a session IPA
ABV-5.5%
Overall impression-a bit above average
Ymm, Beer rating-mid cat 2; good with some appetizers; wouldn't buy a litter but wouldn't turn down another single

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Oktoberfest-Revolution Brewing

Local when bought.

Credit-younger daughter and her husband; thanks!
Style-Märzen
Format-12 ounce can, shared 3 ways
Glassware-cocktail glass (we were getting low on clean vessels after our extensive beer sharing/tasting on Friday and Saturday )
Appearance-light amber; mildly foamy head
Nose-toasted bread
Mouthfeel-soft
Tastes-light caramel, wheat bread, earthy hops, toffee
IBU-maybe 30
ABV-5.8%
Overall impression-would've been a very good one to save for the beergoddess' Virtual Pub next month; oh, wait, I have one more and will re-post or trade
Ymm, Beer rating-upper cat 2 because it's a very well executed beer for a somewhat "unexciting" style

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From Saturday night:

Dire Wolf (2017)-Wolf's Ridge Brewing

Local? Yep, about 10 miles away from our glasses.

Credit-our son's cellar and his recent trip to the brewery for some limited releases
Style-Russian imperial stout
Format-12 ounce bottle; no aluminum trees were harmed while brewing this beer
Stemware-snifters, of course
Appearance-inky, no head
Nose-lotsa dark chocolate
Mouthfeel-smooooooth
Tastes-dark chocolate, cocoa, hints of coffee, molasses, dark caramel, burnt grain
IBU-probably 60
ABV-10.4%
Overall impression-held up well in storage; more chocolate than I remember
Ymm, Beer rating-lower tier cat 3; worth the wait (3+ years); there may be another 2017 or perhaps a 2018 in his cellar...

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From Saturday night:

D'Automne-Commonwealth Brewing Company

Local? No, but a neighboring state is still good.

Credit-RJ199 trader; thanks!!
Style-apple brandy aged English style barleywine
Format-pint aluminum shortage causing can, shared with our son
Stemware-snifters
Appearance-mildly cloudy amber with a moderate, foamy tan head
Aromas-toffee dipped state fair apples
Mouthfeel-almost syrupy
Tastes-apple syrup (?), toffee/dark caramel, leather, wood, herbal/earthy hops
IBU-probably 50ish
ABV-10.3%; really dangerous
Overall impression-outstanding combination of "unusual" barrel aging with a barleywine style that is less bitter and more "malty" than American versions
Ymm, Beer rating-mid tier cat 3; Commonwealth and RJ199 with another round tripper.

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For the Winston-Salem contingent, and soon-to-be Twin City residents:

Conceited Genius 2.0-Wise Man Brewing

Sounds local to me.

Credit-one for davec, one for son, one for younger son-in-law and one for me
Style-NEIPA
Format-aluminum trees disappearing at an alarming rate
Sipping vessel-snifter
Appearance-hazy topical fruit juice with a foamy topping
Nose-tropical fruit salad
Mouthfeel-juice
Tastes-about as expected with pineapple, guava and mango and a few grapefruit rind shavings
Hops-Citra and Montueka; yes, please, may I have another?
IBU-80 (I'd have thought about 60 or less); very mildly bitter
ABV-6.1%, but not unbalanced
Overall impression-rises above a crowded stadium
Ymm, Beer rating-upper cat 2 and willing to debate a low level cat 3 for this; a very tasty beverage

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Hop, Drop 'N Roll-NoDa Brewing Company

More almost local.

Credit-a nicely priced 4 pack with davec, son, younger son-in-law and my fridge as recipients
Style-West Coast style IPA
Packaging-aluminum trees in short supply
Stemware-boring pint glass
Appearance-light bronze and fluffy
Nose-orange, grapefruit and pine
Mouthfeel-moderately bitter
Tastes-grapefruit, orange, rind and pine with a hint of caramel
Hops-Citra, Amarillo, Centennial, Warrior and Chinook
IBU-likely 60 something
ABV-7.2%
Overall impression-might be Noda's finest though some might argue for Nodajito
Ymm, Beer rating-high cat 2; a couple years ago this mighta been a cat 3 but there are many, many very good to excellent IPAs vying for PT (pouring time)

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From last PM:

Blissed Out-Wise Man Brewing

Of course it's local!

Credit-one for davec, one for our son, one for our younger son-in-law (the other Dark Lord mule) and one for me
Style-fruited milkshake IPA (are you reading, killerleft? )
Format-16 ounce aluminum containment chamber
Stemware-a Stella snifter, of course
Appearance-orangish yellow, liquid fruit salad; foamy head
Nose-mango and tangerine
Mouthfeel-smooooothie!!
Tastes-mango, tangerine, rind, pith and a bit of pucker
Adjuncts-mango, tangerine and lactose
IBU-55
ABV-6.2%
Overall impression-deeeeelicious; comparable to the (memory of) a ~6 ounce pour from a one day old growler at tailgate two years ago from revlawgrad, IIRC
Ymm, Beer rating-low cat 3 but staring longingly at the middle tier; a wonderful, fun, tasty, well executed brew