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Preview #3: Hank the Dumpster Kitty-Listermann Brewing Company

A couple hours away from truly local when bought.

Credit-accfan's sister for getting him a high octane single bottle of something from this brewery and his subsequent review on Ymm, Beer
Style-NE DIPA
Format-another large aluminum tree is gone (but will be recycled next week)
Glassware-Hardywood teku
Appearance-hazy, unfiltered pineapple juice with a hint of amber; generous foam topping
Nose-pineapple orange
Mouthfeel-not quite as juicy as a Veil or Burial IPA/IIPA
Tastes-loads of pineapple, orange, tangerine, pith, zest and a bit of the mango they mention above but still wondering if I drank the same beer
Hops-Citra, Mosaic and El Dorado (on the can); Apollo mentioned above
IBU-none listed but probably about 40
ABV-8.1%
Overall impression-excellent combination of hops (in various forms mentioned above); approaches Veil and Burial territory
Ymm, Beer rating-low cat 3 easily; happy to have 3 more to trade soon

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Nuttin' 2it (draft)-Zaftig Brewing Company

This pecan brown ale was beer #4 in our flights.

Appearance was medium brown with a thin rim for a head. Smelled and tasted like a day old pecan pie that wasn't microwaved the day after Thanksgiving or Christmas. Lots of brown sugar sweetness and nutty goodness. IBUs probably about 30 and the ABV was a dangerous 10% ().

nuttin' 2it-Zaftig Brewing Company

Really local when bought.

Credit-a prior tasting from an excellent brewery and the need to complete my order
Style-pecan (imperial) brown ale
Format-a short aluminum tree cylinder
Stemware-snifter
Appearance-dark, dark brown with a thin, tan head
Nose-nutty
Mouthfeel-smooth
Tastes-nuts/pecans, dark caramel, herbal/earthy hops, hints of coffee and chocolate (neither added)
Hops-East Kent Goldings and Willamette
Adjuncts-peecans
IBU-estimated at 30
ABV-10% (whoa!)
Overall impression-tasty night cap, needing the high ABV after last night's loss
Ymm, Beer rating-high cat 2; I liked the Olde Hickory Acan better, but that was a tequila barrel aged brown ale; I think the other 3 recipients will still like this

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Superconcentrate-Land Grant Brewing

Local when bought.

Credit-need for more beers to trade
Style-DDH DIPA
Format-pint can
Stemware-Hardywood teku
Appearance-hazy tropical juice; moderate creamy head
Nose-oranges, tangerines and pineapples
Mouthfeel-almost pulpy
Tastes-mandarin oranges, mango, peach and pineapple
Hops-Comet (new to me), Cryo Citra and CTZ
IBU-gotta be <40
ABV-8%
Overall impression-delicious addition to the large IIPA stadium
Ymm, Beer rating-upper shelf cat 2; the recipients should be very pleased

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From last PM, another preview:

wee heavy-Zaftig Brewing Company

About 5 miles from local when purchased.

Credit-another opportunity to fill a spot in the 4 pack carriers with an Ohio beer for trading.
Style-whaddaya think?
Format-12 ounce can
Stemware-snifter
Appearance-dark brown with a generous tan head
Nose-toasted bread and syrup
Mouthfeel-soft
Tastes-toffee, medium/dark caramel, hint of peat/smoke, herbal hops
IBU-might be 30
ABV-10% (? imperial Scotch ale)
Overall impression-malt bomb; good take on the style
Ymm, Beer rating-upper shelf cat 2; our son thinks the BBA version is even better and I'd be interested in tasting...

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Exotic Matter-R. Shea Brewing

Two hours from local (Akron) when bought.

Credit-still filling up my empty trading places
Style-fruited NEDIPA milkshake IPA (sorry I can't get one of these to killerleft)
Format-a bit smaller than a Texas size 19.2 ounce tall, tall boy
Stemware-Hardywood teku
Appearance-hazy fuchsia with a slightly pinkish, foamy topping
Nose-berries
Mouthfeel-a bit tart, a bit sweet; juicy
Tastes-a raspberry Sweetart smoothie; some lemon and orange
Adjuncts-lactose, raspberries
IBU-26
ABV-8.5% (whoa, a boozeshake )
Overall impression-they pulled it off fairly well; would be an interesting side by side with Gizmo Brew Works raspberry milkshake IPA (?DIPA), likely retired
Ymm, Beer rating-high cat 2; I think the recipients will enjoy this but not at Veil level

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Barrel Aged Cookie Doh! (draft)-Southern Range Brewing Company

NC local

Credit-needed a taste before buying (though the BA version has sold out )
Style-BA and flavored imperial stout
Format-2 ounce sample
Sipping vessel-2 ounce cup
Appearance-dark brown and lotsa foam, even with a quick "pull"
Nose-a booze cookie
Mouthfeel-slick
Tastes-chocolate, fudge, dark fruits, bourbon
Adjuncts-{shrugs}; none listed on draft board or on can
IBU-probably 50
ABV-11% (thankful for a small sample)
Overall impression-I'd have bought this if they hadn't sold out of the cans who knows when
Ymm, Beer rating-at least low cat 3; report later this week on the "plain" version for Christmas/holiday ale Virtual Pub

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Chosen Vehicle Mosaic-Wise Man Brewing

Local for the delivery agent.

Credit-he whose name shall not be mentioned; thanks!!
Style-juicy American pale ale
Storage vessel-pint can
Canned on 10/23/20 10:02:49
Consumption vessel-new Stella snifter (thanks, RJ!!)
Appearance-hazy orange yellow; generous foam
Nose-citrus/stone fruits
Mouthfeel-juicy is correct
Tastes-OJ, peaches, lemon candy and a splash of pineapple
IBU-64 (no way!)
ABV-5.3% (punches a higher floor)
Overall impression-a single hop juice bomb; a simple, yet very deeeelicious beer
Ymm, Beer rating-not many pale ales will get this rating but this is a low/mid cat 3 offering; great pairing with some chicken orzo soup and some chili

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Hiding a review:

Wake the F*** Up-Bhramari (brewed by Hivemind Brewing Company)

No, really, that's the name of the beer printed on the can.

Kinda local.

Credit-Virtual Pub beer for this weekend
Style-hazelnut latte brown ale
Format-12 ounce can
Glassware-snifter; probably coulda/shoulda been a coffee mug
Appearance-dark brown; creamy, tan head
Nose-hazelnut coffee
Tastes-^^^^
Adjuncts-hazelnut, vanilla, lactose, real barrel aged coffee (darn hard to read under the overlapped edges of the label)
IBU-20 something
ABV-6.2%
Overall impression-Fullsteam Coffee Is for Closers meets Rogue Hazlenut Brown Nectar
Ymm, Beer rating-upper cat 2; could be for breakfast, a snack or dessert; or, all three

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Early result:

Christmas-Olde Hickory Brewery

Kinda local.

Credit-a theme and a $2 bill.
Style-c'mon; really?
Format-an antiquated 12 ounce glass bottle
Bottling Date-9/15/20
Stemware-nonic pint
Appearance-goldish yellow; small head
Nose-spices!
Mouthfeel-soft
Tastes-orange, ginger, honey and cinnamon, but not too much
Adjuncts-^^^^
IBU-11
ABV-5.5%
Overall impression-nice beverage with a dinner sammich; really glad I grabbed this one
Ymm, Beer rating-upper cat 2 based on good spicing, a lighter ale and easy to drink

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Saturday preview:

Cookie Doh!-Southern Range Brewing Company

Nearby.

Credit-bought to slot into the Christmas/holiday ale Virtual Pub
Style-flavored imperial stout
Format-pint can
Stemware-Stella snifter
Appearance-dark, dark brown; thin, tan head
Nose-baker's chocolate
Mouthfeel-smooth
Tastes-unsweetened baker's and dark chocolate mix; black strap molasses; burnt caramel
Adjuncts-{shrugs}; no info on Untappd or website; I'll guess a ton of cacao
IBU-{hurts shoulders shrugging again}; as a RIS, I'll guess 50
ABV-10.1%
Overall impression-good to very good but tastes a bit "off" but not bad
Ymm, Beer rating-mid/upper cat 2; the BA version I sampled Sunday was better but not that much

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Whiskers on Kittens-D9 Brewing

Close enough to call local.

Credit-this is a Christmas/holiday theme, right?
Style-sour
Format-12 ounce bottle
Stemware-Gouden Carolus chalice
Appearance-fairly clear/clean light yellow; brief, fizzy head
Nose-citrus/cider vinegar
Mouthfeel-mild pucker
Tastes-lemon/lime cider vinegar
IBU-probably <10
ABV-5.5%
Overall impression-not sure I ever had this before but it would be a nice intro to a sour novice; I liked it a lot
Ymm, Beer rating-high cat 2; not too sour

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Let's Dance Let's Stout-Southern Range Brewing Company

Over 100 miles away from local.

Credit-still filling up those Virtual Pub 4 packs with Christmas/holiday ales
Style-flavored stout
Format-pint can
Stemware-snifter
Appearance-deep, dark brown; thick, mocha head after an aggressive pour
Nose-burnt toast
Mouthfeel-quite roasty
Tastes-burnt French toast with chocolate bits, to be a bit more specific; black strap molasses, hints of cinnamon and maple
Adjuncts-
IBU-maybe 50
ABV-7%
Overall impression-I swear there's not much difference between this and Cookie Doh!
Ymm, Beer rating-mid cat 2 at best; worth a $3-4 taste to share but wouldn't seek out

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Hiding until Saturday's Virtual Pub:

Peppermint Stiletto-Gizmo Brew Works

Darn right it's local!

Credit-first one chosen as it was the only city/county one available on Sunday
Style-flavored stout
Storage vessel-3/4 pint can
Receiving vessel-snifter
Appearance-medium/dark brown with a foamy head; sediment in the can was a pink/brown when rinsed and dumped
Nose-candy canes!
Mouthfeel-soft and a bit thin
Tastes-milk chocolate, dark caramel with a moderate pepperminty finish
Adjuncts-candy canes/peppermints
IBU-maybe 40
ABV-6.1%
Overall rating-better than expected and not too "minty"
Ymm, Beer rating-upper cat 2; nicely executed; worth a couple $$ and a share; not worth a 6er

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Did I miss something OY? Ymm, Beer is locked?

[devildeac]

Did I miss something OY? Ymm, Beer is locked?

-jk "claims" it was an inadvertent double click by an unknown mod on an icon next to "new thread" but several of us aren't quite buying it, given some of the BS that went on a few months ago..

[devildeac]

Shhh, don't tell anyone this is here:

Special Brownies-Sycamore Brewing

Kinda local.

Credit-next to last spot on the beer roster for tomorrow
Style-flavored stout
Format-half quart can
Stemware-snifter
Appearance-liquid milk chocolate; moderate, foamy tan head
Nose-baker's chocolate
Mouthfeel-gentle
Tastes-cocoa, dark caramel, over toasted dark wheat bread, molasses, brownie dough
Adjuncts-cocoa?
IBU-maybe 50
ABV-7.3%
Overall impression-very good beer imitation of a pan of Betty Crocker's finest brownie mix (no baking/oven/toaster needed)
Ymm, Beer rating-top shelf cat 2; not worth a 4 pack but certainly worth a can or two

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I'm gonna start the RVA/NC beer parade with...

our daily pils-Basic City Beer Company

Close to local for the mule who bought/brought it; a Waynesboro, VA product.

Credit-Nrrrrvous; thanks, with extra credit to RJ199 who delivered it
Style-unfiltered pilsner
Format-12 ounce can
Consumption vessel-US Open stein
Appearance-clear, light yellow; meringue-y, foamy head; pretty darn clean for being unfiltered
Nose-traditional pils with some flowers and lightly toasted bread
Mouthfeel-soft
Tastes-flowers, light caramel, sourdough bread, a bit of corn syrup
IBU-probably 30
ABV-4.8%
Overall impression-simple, basic and tasty; good pairing with a spicy chicken/mixed greens salad
Ymm, Beer rating-easy cat 2+; not exciting but about everything I'd expect for the style; reminded me of Foothills' Torch and OB's Mama's Little Yella Pils

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Juicy #23-Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery

Somewhere near local.

Credit-Nrrrrvous; thanks!!
Style-juicy IPA, aka NEIPA
Format-pint can
Glass drinking vessel-nonic pint
Appearance-very cloudy yellow; good foam
Nose-a tropical fruit bouquet
Mouthfeel-freshly squeezed
Tastes-pineapple, OJ, tangerine, peach and melon
Hops-Topaz and Mosaic (gimme more!!)
IBU-suspect low 40s
ABV-7.5%
Overall impression-I liked my previous trader (?#22) and I may have liked this a bit more
Ymm, Beer rating-sneaks into cat 3; I'd buy/trade for this again or take the next one or two in the series

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Barrel Aged Imperial Satan's Pony-South Street Brewery

Local for the beer buyer guy!

Credit-Nrrrrvous; thanks!!
Style-BBA imperial amber ale
Format-12 ounce bottle (wait, they still make these?)
Stemware-cute little 2018 Hardywood GBS Complete Set tumbler
Appearance-darker brown than I thought it'd be: small head
Nose-caramel and toffee
Mouthfeel-smoooooth
Tastes-toffee, dark caramel, hint of chocolate, earthy hops, soft bourbon
Grains-Pilsner, Special Pale, Caramel 60, Vienna, White Wheat, Dark Crystal, Chocolate and Carared
Hops-Simcoe and Styrian Golding
Yeast-Scottish Ale
IBU-19
ABV-9.01% (yea, it's on the label)
Overall impression-wonderful nightcap; 3 more for sharing/trading; minor nitpick is that 4-6 months more in the bourbon barrels would be better
Ymm, Beer rating-low cat 3; won't blow you away but soooo easy to sip; paired with two gifted truffles: toffee and pomegranate

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Jingle Brüe-Brüeprint Brewing Company

Local? Yep!

Credit-fuse; thanks!
Style-spiced amber/red ale
Format-12 ounce can
Stemware-nonic pint
Appearance-cloud, dark brown and foamy
Nose-Christmas spice cookies
Mouthfeel-holidaylicious
Tastes-cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and milk chocolate
Adjuncts-"spices"
IBU-31
ABV-5.1%
Overall impression-a very pleasant holiday ale that I haven't sipped in years
Ymm, Beer rating-upper cat 2; pair with a Christmas dinner or a leftover turkey and cranberry sandwich