Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Crawford Bock

4.5% alcohol. 15 IBU. Introduced in 2019. Brewed in Texas by Karbach Brewing.

"What's even easier than jacking a dinger into the Crawford Boxes? How about cracking open a delicious Crawford Bock? Karbach Crawford Bock is so smooth you can easily stretch that single into a double. Pairs perfectly with peanuts, stadium dogs, and a good 7th inning stretch!"

https://www.karbachbrewing.com/beer/crawford-bock/

Brandy Sainte Louise

43% alcohol. Introduced in 2018. Product of France. Ricou Spirits.

"Brandy Sainte Louise is produced in collaboration with a renowned cellar master from Cognac and is comprised primarily of ugni blanc grapes from just outside the Cognac AOC. The traditional, centuries-old French négociant production method of sourcing, aging and blending the highest quality eaux de vie possible utilizes the best of both worlds: production expertise of the cognac region, but without the limitations of the Cognac AOC. The result is an overbuilt French brandy that offers an unmatched quality to price (value) ratio. 

Brandy Sainte Louise is a unique blend of Charentais copper pot distilled eaux-de-vie, aged in French oak between 3 to 10 years in the Cognac region of Charente. The terroir and expertise in this region are legendary and have set the highest standards for brandy production throughout history. 

In regard to age comparison, Brandy Sainte Louise lies between V.S. and X.O., but is offered at a price previously reserved for much more immature brandies that are less balanced in flavor profile. The increased ABV of 43% benefits its function in cocktails, showcasing the flavor and aroma of the Brandy while providing balance and structure for accompanying ingredients."

https://www.ricouspirits.com/brandysaintelouise

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Triple Hop'd Lager 2020

5.8% alcohol. 30  IBU. Brewed in Germany by Bitburger & Sierra Nevada for 2020.

"Two family breweries, one special brewing friendship. Triple Hop’d Lager is brewed from three hop varieties—Cascade from the Eifel region in Germany and Centennial and Chinook from the USA—and refined with Bitburger’s own certified seal hops (in German 'Siegelhopfen')".

https://www.bitburger.com/beers/brewing-friendships/triple-hopd-lager/

Little Sumpin' Hazy

7% alcohol. 55 IBU. Brewed in America by Lagunitas.

"We're going au naturel for the summer with the classic wheatley-esque-ish-ness brew you know and love. With a special dry-hopping of Cashere, Citra & Mosaic on a bed of Centennial and Chinook. Juicy, catty, and leaves you with a hop scratch that you can't help but tickle with another taste. Does that clear things up?"

https://lagunitas.com/beer/little-sumpin-hazy

Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Natty Rush Watermelon Smash

8% alcohol. Introduced in 2017. Brewed in America by Anheuser-Busch. Flavored malt beverage (FMB).

"Natty brings a new player in the FMB segment that delivers a RUSH of delicious watermelon flavor and 8% ABV inside its bold, impactful packaging. Crush the rush!" 

https://www.tapintoyourbeer.com/guide-our-beers?title=Natty%20rush

Orangey Sun

4.5% alcohol. 22 IBU. Brewed in Georgia by Line Creek. No website listing.

"Vanilla-Orange Golden Ale"
https://linecreekbrewing.com/beer/

Thursday, July 16, 2020

Barrel Buster

8.5% alcohol. Brewed in Alabama by Back Forty.

"Oatmeal stout aged with vanilla beans in 

second generation Columbian rum barrels."



https://www.backfortybeer.com/draft-list-gadsden

Barrel-Aged Old Rasputin XIX

11.2% alcohol. 38 IBU. Released for 2016. Brewed in California by North Coast.

https://northcoastbrewing.com/beers/reserve-list/barrel-aged-old-rasputin-xix/

Sour Flower

5.6% alcohol. 8 IBU. Brewed in Georgia by Pontoon Brewing. No website listing.

"Where fruity meets floral, we took over 2lbs per gallon of blueberries and mixed it with a healthy amount of hibiscus flowers to create a beautiful melody of tart, floral and fruity. Bursting sweetness of ripe blueberries, punctuated by bright floral notes of hibiscus, and rounded into a creamy, yet tart finish."

Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Absolut Mango Mule

7% alcohol. Produced in Canada for the Absolut Company (Pernod Ricard).

"Sweet tropical mango flavor? Yup. Spicy ginger? Check. Juicy citrus notes? Absolutely. Crack open our sparkling Mango Mule for cocktail perfection."

https://www.absolut.com/us/products/Absolutcans/

Monaco Tropic Rush

9% alcohol. Produced in Minnesota for Atomic Brands.

"Tropic Rush is a quenching island fruit nectar of pineapple, passionfruit and other tropical notes bringing you right to the beach of your favorite island party. Both tart and sweet flavors are blended with our six times distilled Monaco Vodka for a truly fun and enjoyable cocktail that will quench your thirst for good time. You may not know how to surf, but it’s never too late to learn."

https://www.drinkmonaco.com/cocktails

Sunday, July 12, 2020

Dragon's Milk 2020 Reserve 2

11% alcohol. 30 IBU. Introduced in June, 2020. Brewed in Michigan by New Holland Brewing.

"One of our favorite places to share a Dragon’s Milk is around the campfire, and this brew pays tribute to those legendary summer nights. A blend of Highland and Speyside scotch barrels bring just a hint of peated smokiness that accentuate the roasted notes of our signature stout, while toasted marshmallow aroma and flavors set the stage for a rich, chocolatey finish. "

https://dragonsmilk.com/dragons-milk-reserve

Saturday, July 11, 2020

Truck Chaser Lemon Ice

8.1% alcohol. 49 IBU. Brewed in Georgia by Wild Leap.

"This Double IPA combines the flavors of lemon, vanilla bean and milk sugar with a big juicy IPA to taste like a frozen lemon Italian ice."

https://www.wildleap.com/our-beers/truck-chaser-lemon-ice-double-ipa/

F*** Corona

7.5% alcohol. Introduced in 2020. Brewed in Georgia by Scofflaw Brewing. No website listing.

"A tropical IPA with pineapple - 'We’re in this together'"

Gratuity

4.2% alcohol. 12 IBU. Brewed in Georgia by Wild Leap Brew Company.

"Gratuity is a crisp, refreshing cold-conditioned light beer brewed with Pilsen malt and Czech Saaz hops."

https://www.wildleap.com/our-beers/gratuity-light-beer/

Thursday, July 9, 2020

Tomatin Dualchas (Legacy)

43% alcohol. No age statement (but, 4-8 years). Produced in Scotland by Tomatin Distiller, established in 1897.

"Time in Bourbon barrels and Virgin Oak casks brings a light sweetness to The Tomatin Legacy, which boasts aromas of vanilla bean, white chocolate and cinnamon. On the palate gentle waves of fresh fruit peppered with ginger emerge ahead of a light, clean finish. "

http://www.tomatin.com/tomatin-legacy

Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Pontoon Fruit Cup Vol. 2

5.6% alcohol. 8 IBU. Brewed in Georgia by Pontoon Brewing. No website listing.

"A super fruited sour with 2.5 lbs per gallon of raspberries, key lime purée, vanilla and lactose. Tart, tangy and berrilicious!"

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Jack Daniel's Downhome Punch

4.8% alcohol. Flavored beer. Natural flavors with added colors. Produced in Kentucky by Jack Daniel's Beverage Company.

"One punch that has a bit of a kick, too."

https://www.jackdaniels.com/en-us/whiskey/country-cocktails

Ain't That a Peach

3.8% alcohol. Introduced in 2017. Brewed in Georgia by Red Hare.

"Brewed with peaches, pilsen, wheat, and 2-row malted barley, with a dash of German Hallertau hops, this beer delivers a refreshing experience. The fresh peach aroma hits your nose, followed by awesome tartness with your first sip. Lactobacillus added in the kettle creates just the right amount of lactic acid tartness to blend magically with the sweet peaches."

https://www.redharebrewing.com/beers/



    Monday, July 6, 2020

    General Gose

    4.5% alcohol. Introduced in 2019. Brewed in Connecticut by Stillwater Artisanal. No website listing.

    "Sour amber wheat ale brewed with orange peel powder, thai chili powder, sea salt and msg seasoning."


    Sunday, July 5, 2020

    Mike's Harder Purple Grape

    8% alcohol. Brewed in America for Mark Anthony Group.

    "The sweetest grape with the hardest rep."

    https://www.mikesharder.com/#flavors

    Cruzan Aged Light Rum

    80 proof. Company founded in 1760. Product of the United States Virgin Islands.

    "Cruzan® Aged Light Rum is a blend of rums aged one to four years in American oak casks—then treated to a filtration process that brings out the full-bodied taste. The light color resembles that of chardonnay, a distinctive indication of its aging. And it’s smooth. Reaaallll smooootthhh."

    https://www.cruzanrum.com/rum-collection/cruzan-aged-light-rum/

    Saturday, July 4, 2020

    Boulevard Whiskey Barrel Stout

    11.9% alcohol. 32 IBU. Brewed in Missouri by Boulevard.

    "Over-the-top but surprisingly approachable, this twist on the classic style starts with several types of malted barley, rye, oats and wheat. Robust flavors of vanilla, espresso, whiskey, chocolate and roasted grain are balanced by hints of date and plum, with just enough hops to round it all out. Roughly one-third of the final blend is freshly brewed beer; the rest is aged for up to a year (or more!) in both first and second use whiskey casks."

    https://www.boulevard.com/beerinfo/whiskey-barrel-stout/

    Thursday, July 2, 2020

    Hakuna Matata

    6.5% alcohol. 72 IBU. Introduced in 2014. Brewed in North Carolina by District 9 (D9) Brewing.

    "Tropical IPA brewed using hops from the US, UK, Germany, Slovenia, and New Zealand. The result is a much more balanced, less bitter but more flavorful Dank-style IPA with hints of Mandarin Orange, Pineapple, Grapefruit, and Elderflower."

    https://www.d9brewing.com/year_round/Hakuna_Matata.html

    Oak Leaf Vinyards Merlot

    12.5% alcohol. Introduced in 2008. Vinted in California by The Wine Group.

    "This medium-bodied, soft Merlot has a captivating nose of blackberries and ripe plum, complemented by a satisfying finish."

    https://oakleafvineyards.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/olf-tn-750-merl-nv-1a.pdf

      Wednesday, July 1, 2020

      Legit Hard Lemonade

      5% alcohol. Introduced in 2020. Brewed in Louisiana by Abita Brewing.

      "Make way for the weekend with this zesty, sweet lemonade! Abita Legit Hard Lemonade is made with pure artesian water, real fruit juice and Louisiana cane sugar. Small town lemonade stand flavor, craft brewed for an added twist!"

      https://abita.com/brews/legit-hard-lemonade