Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Very Old Barton (80 Proof)

80 Proof. Introduced in 1964. Distilled & bottled in Kentucky. A Sazerac Co. brand.

"Very Old Barton has been carefully distilled and aged for generations in Bardstown, Kentucky. This classic bourbon whiskey has a bold and rich taste that goes down smooth, just as it has for decades."
http://www.greatbourbon.com/great-bourbons
http://www.sazerac.com/BrandPortfolio.aspx?parent=VA99&PCID=7&FID=193&NBid=1

Pub Crawl

4.7% alcohol. 48 IBU. Brewed in Texas, by Saint Arnold Brewing Company.

"This crisp, sessionable Pale Ale is brewed with a combination of hops: Centennial hops at the beginning of the boil for bitterness, and Amarillo and Galaxy hops at the end for the bulk of the flavor and aroma. Two Row Pale and Maris Otter English Pale malts give the beer a slight color and tiny amount of sweetness. Golden naked oats malt lend a nutty, more full-bodied flavor, and the London III yeast accentuates the hop flavor and aroma."

https://www.saintarnold.com/year-round-beers/

Thursday, October 26, 2017

Guinness Special Export (Antwerpen) Stout

8% alcohol. Introduced in 1944. Brewed in Ireland.

"Creamy and light in texture. Smooth with a gentle effervescence and warming mouth feel"
"Commissioned by the adventuring brewer John Martin in 1944, Guinness Special Export stout packs a punch befitting his Belgian brewery. 8% alcohol creates a strong body. Rich malty flavours combine with smoky roasted barley. Liquorice and butterscotch play supporting roles, along with molasses, hints of vanilla and dark fruit accents. An Irish stout with a continental edge."


https://www.guinness.com/en-us/our-beers/guinness-antwerpen/

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Route 47 Red

7% alcohol. 68 IBU. Introduced in 2016. Brewed in Louisiana, by Second Line Brewing Company.

"Generous amount of dark specialty malts play are balanced by a Double Dry Hop of Citra and Chinook hops, resulting in an IPA with a rich red hue, flavors of toffee, citrus, and pine."

 https://www.secondlinebrewing.com/everyday-collection

Saturday, October 21, 2017

Unfiltered Sculpin

7% alcohol. 68 IBU. Brewed in California, by Ballast Point (Constellation Brands).

"Our trophy beer, extra-hopped and unfiltered.
Our Unfiltered Sculpin IPA packs extra hops into every sip, enhancing the classic Sculpin notes of fresh apricot, peach, mango and lemon with a slight haze and less bitterness. Freshness is key to every beer, but especially true for this extra-hopped IPA—store cold and drink soon."

https://www.ballastpoint.com/beer/unfiltered-sculpin/

Slack Water Brown Ale

5.3% alcohol. Introduced in 2017. Brewed in Louisiana, by Port Orleans Brewing Company.

"Dark brown with airs of garnet, our medium-bodied beer drinks lighter than it looks. Slack Water starts with a nose of chocolate, coffee, and caramel and follows with a sweet flavor, a hint of fruit, and finishes clean quickly."

http://portorleansbrewingco.com/home/

Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Andygator

8% alcohol. 25 IBU. Introduced in 1993. Brewed in Louisiana.

"Abita Andygator®, a creature of the swamp, is a unique, high-gravity brew made with pilsner malt, German lager yeast, and German Perle hops. Unlike other high-gravity brews, Andygator® is fermented to a dry finish with a slightly sweet flavor and subtle fruit aroma. Reaching an alcohol strength of 8% by volume, it is a Helles Doppelbock. You might find it goes well with fried foods. It pairs well with just about anything made with crawfish. Some like it with a robust sandwich. Andygator® is also a good aperitif and easily pairs with Gorgonzola and creamy blue cheeses. Because of the high alcohol content, be cautious — sip it for the most enjoyment."

Riverfront Lager

5% alcohol. Helles lager. Introduced in 2017. Brewed in Louisiana, by Port Orleans Brewing Company.

"Inspired by Munich’s famous biers, crafted with a distinct American sensibility, our golden lager starts with a fruity, peachy nose. A flavor moderately sweet with a soft malty character, Riverfront Lager finishes clean and dry with a subtle bitter kiss."

http://portorleansbrewingco.com/home/

Monday, October 16, 2017

30° 90°

4.5% alcohol. 20 IBU. Introduced in 2017. Brewed in Louisiana.

"New Orleans is located at latitude 30° north, longitude 90° west. This is the most geographically accurate location of the finest food, music and round-the-clock good times on earth. Abita created 30° 90° to celebrate the way we love to live in New Orleans. This is a crisp gold lager that is brewed with pilsner malt and hopped and dry hopped with Cascade hops. It has a light body and color with a nice citrus hop aroma and flavor."

Sunday, October 15, 2017

Drive Thru Red

7.2% alcohol. 42 IBU.

"Inspired by drives through California’s majestic redwoods, Drive Thru Red Dry Hopped Red Ale is a deep amber red ale with strong caramel undertones and a rich, malty finish. Thanks to the dry hopping (adding hops to the brewing kettles after fermentation), the beer delivers festive, herbal hop aromas, but not so much hop bitterness on the palate. It’s really well balanced and delightfully drinkable."

https://www.traderjoes.com/fearless-flyer/article/3741

Saturday, October 14, 2017

Guinness 200th Anniversary Export Stout



Introduced in 2017. Brewed in Ireland.Aroma: Toffee and caramel with slight chocolate notes
Flavor: Complex but smooth with a sweet chocolate flavor
Palate: Smooth and mellow with a dry finish
ABV: 6.0%
Appearance: Dark ruby red with a frothy head
Hops: Goldings
https://www.guinness.com/en-us/our-beers/guinness-200th-anniversary-export-stout/

Thursday, October 12, 2017

Jamaican Me Happy

3.2% alcohol. Brewed in New York by North American Breweries.

"Filled with luscious lemons, sweet strawberries, mouth watering melon and great tasting guava."

http://seagramsescapes.com/flavors/jamaican-me-happy/

Abita Pecan Ale

5.2% alcohol. 20 IBU. Introduced in 2007. Brewed in Louisiana.

"Pecan Ale is made with real Louisiana roasted pecans for a subtle, nutty flavor and aroma. It’s brewed with pale, Munich, biscuit and caramel malts, and Willamette hops. The roasted pecans are added in the brewhouse. Crack one open and geaux nuts!"

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Pumpkin Down

5.8% alcohol. 22 IBU. Brewed in California, by Ballast Point Brewing Company (part of Constellation Brands).

"

SCOTTISH ALE WITH PUMPKIN

A pumpkin ale that bucks the trend.
Some might think we’re out of our gourd for making a pumpkin ale, but our Pumpkin Down is not like the others.  The caramel and toffee maltiness of our Piper Down Scottish ale is the perfect backdrop for a boatload of roasted pumpkin. Just before bottling, we add a subtle amount of spice to complement, but not overwhelm, the earthy flavor. It was a smash at the brewery, and we think you’ll agree.
https://www.ballastpoint.com/beer/pumpkin-down/

Samuel Adams Octoberfest

5.3% alcohol. 16 IBU. 187 calories. Certified Kosher.

"Our version of this classic style blends hearty malts for a deep, smooth flavor with notes of caramel, creating a brew that’s perfect for the season, or whatever you're celebrating."

https://www.samueladams.com/craft-beers/seasonals/octoberfest



Sunday, October 8, 2017

Carlo Rossi Cabernet Sauvignon

12% alcohol. Vinted in California, by E&J Winery. 
"This California Cabernet Sauvignon is a big, bold wine that nudges toward the taste of red cherry and blackberry. Great with steaks and pork dishes.
Did you Know?
Always firmly structured, Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine that can be enjoyed immediately or aged for years."
http://www.carlorossi.com/Our-Wines/Cabernet-Sauvignon

Saturday, October 7, 2017

Atomic Pumpkin



Thursday, October 5, 2017

Uncle Neville the Devil

7% alcohol. 62 IBU. Introduced in 2016. Brewed in Mississippi by Natchez Brewing.

"An American Red IPA named after a well-known local radio personality known for his devilishness. It has a dark red to amber color with a rich malty backbone supported by American hops that give it a floral aroma and grapefruit taste."

http://www.natchezbrew.com/our-brews.html

Karbachtoberfest

Every year in Munich a little party is thrown. If you've ever been, there are some things you may or may not remember: Lederhosen envy, oompah music, dirndls, and rolling down the hill. One thing you surely haven't forgotten is the extremely quaffable beer!
While you may not be able to attend Oktoberfest this year, you can experience the world's biggest beer festival right here with Karbachtoberfest! An authentic, Bavarian-style Marzen, decoction mashed with Vienna and Munich malts, cold fermented and aged for six weeks, this beer pairs well with pretzels and sausage, but it tastes mighty fine on it's own.

GEEK STATS

  • OG: 13.5 Plato (1.055)
  • IBU: 25
  • ABV: 5.5%
  • Malts: Vienna, Munich
  • Hops: Hallertau-Mittelfreuh, Tettnang
  • Available: Mid August - October

Recommended Pairings

  • Pretzels, Sausage, Pizza, Schnitzel, By itself
  • http://karbachbrewing.com/staff/karbachtoberfest/

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

Love Street

4.9% alcohol. 20 IBU. Brewed in Texas by Karbach Brewing Company.

"In the 1960's on Allen's Landing sat Love Street; a hot spot of music and social impact. The venue hosted eclectic characters ranging from open mic'ers to the Lizard King himself. Love Street was not only a place, but a state of mind. A place to unwind and let the music refresh your soul.
Likewise, Love Street is a state of mind. Brewed in the Kolsch-style and hopped delicately with floral German hops, this beer boasts a clean malt profile that refreshes to the core, without sacrificing character. So crack one open and find your own Love Street."
http://karbachbrewing.com/staff/love-street/?age-verified=d5c255ec03