Thursday, December 31, 2020

Chivas Mizunara

 80 proof. Introduced in 2014 for the Japanese market and later expanded to other world locations. No age statement. 

"In honour of the Japanese art of tradition and whisky-making, Mizunara, a rare and unique oak from Japan, has been used to marry some of this exclusive blend."

https://www.chivas.com/en-US/our-collection/chivas-mizunara

Thursday, December 24, 2020

Gerrit Kolsch

 5% alcohol. Brewed in Louisiana by Rally Cap Brewing. 

"Crisp, balanced and refreshing, our take on the Kolsch finishes with a slight fruitiness thanks to the Ariana and Callista hops."

https://rally-cap-brewing.square.site/product/gerrit-kolsch/107?cs=true

Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Bells Bright White

 5% alcohol. No listed IBU. Brewed in Michigan by Bells. 

"An alternative to dark and heavy winter warmers and stouts, Bright White® (formerly Winter White) is a stylish and refreshing Wheat Ale.

Fermented with a Belgian ale yeast, a blend of barley and wheat malts yields a mixture of clove and fruity aromas, all without the use of any spices."

http://www.bellsbeer.com/beer/seasonal/bright-white-ale


Stone Enjoy By 01.01.21 Unfiltered IPA

 9.4% alcohol. 90 IBU. Introduced in Nov., 2020. Brewed in America by Stone. 

"For this version of Stone Enjoy By IPA we thought: “We don’t always have a filter, so why should our beer?” By skipping a step and letting this devastatingly fresh, golden-hued double IPA go un filtered, the beer takes on a hazy appearance and its peach and tropical fruit hop aroma are intensified. So though it may sound like it, this missed step was no misstep.

Like the other IPAs in this series, this version is brewed specifically NOT to last."


https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/stone-enjoy-ipa-series/stone-enjoy-010121-unfiltered-ipa#ageGatePassed

First Pitch

 5.7% alcohol. Introduced in 2017. Brewed in Louisiana by Rally Cap. 

"First Pitch is our flagship Hazy Pale Ale, so you can expect to see this beer on tap very regularly. Thanks to a generous helping of wheat and oats, this 5.7% brew is light in color and carries a nice, soft mouth feel. This soft palette allows for the hop flavors to clearly shine through in this one. Plenty of Citra and Sabro hops results in a beer that pops with citrus, stone fruit, and coconut flavors - we think you’ll enjoy this one!"

https://rallycapbrewing.com




Sunday, December 20, 2020

Samuel Adams Winter Lager (2020)

 5.6% alcohol. 22 IBU. Introduced in 2020 (reformulation). Certified Kosher. Brewed in America by Boston Beer Company. 

"For colder nights, lean on Winter Lager, a crisp bock, with citrus spices."

https://www.samueladams.com/our-beers/limited-release/spiced-wheat-bock/winter-lager

For colder nights, lean on Winter "Lager, a crisp bock with citrus and spices.

For colder nights, lean on Winter Lager, a crisp bock with citrus and spices.

Saturday, December 19, 2020

Chivas Mizunara

 40% alcohol. No age statement. Produced in Scotland by Chivas Brothers. 

"The world’s first Scotch whisky selectively finished* in Japanese Mizunara oak casks. Chivas Mizunara is a perfect marriage of Scottish craft with Japanese tradition, creating a truly worldly blend. A wonderfully indulgent whisky with a touch of spice.Because blended is better, in life and in Scotch


*A portion of this blended Scotch whisky has been finished in Japanese Mizunara oak casks.

"

Friday, December 18, 2020

Bush Life Farmhouse Ale

 6.4% alcohol. 15 IBU. Brewed in the U.S. Virgin Islands by Leatherback Brewing. 

"This unique French-style ale is inspired by locally-made bush tea and brewed with ingredients harvested in the Caribbean. Sip, enjoy, and show your island love.


Our saison with local basil, lemongrass, ginger and sorrel is a dry, refreshing, medium bodied, French-style ale."

https://www.leatherbackbrewing.com/beer/Bush-Life-Farmhouse-Ale


Thanksgiving Hurricane 2020

 10% alcohol. Introduced for Fall, 2020. Brewed in the U.S. Virgin Islands by Leatherback Brewing. 

"Our small batch last year was such a success that this year we decided to kick it up a notch. Version 2020 is just what this year needs: a big, bold imperial brown ale clocking in at 10%ABV. It is brewed with amber, black, and crystal malts as well as molasses from Cruzan Rum and Caribbean Brown Sugar. It was then aged in Cruzan Rum barrels for 3 months. The end resultis a smooth, drinkable beer that has a warming alcohol feel with notes of vanilla and oak. Perfect for celebrating the end of Hurricane Season and the coming of the cool Christmas winds!"

https://www.leatherbackbrewing.com/beer/hurricane-thanksgiving-2020


Thursday, December 17, 2020

The Glenlivet Founder's Reserve

 40% alcohol. Introduced in 2015. Produced in Scotland by The Glenlivet Distillery. 

"To truly capture the essence of George Smith’s vision, The Glenlivet Founder’s Reserve has been created using the time-honoured distillation methods that he introduced so long ago. Made with water from the same crystal-clear mountain streams, in the same cold, pure air, The Glenlivet Founder’s Reserve is as smooth and fruity as the whisky that first ran from the original copper pot stills. These unique, lantern-shaped copper stills, designed by the man himself, are not the only important tools in our distilling legacy. The traditional oak casks in which we mature the whisky give each expression its own distinct characteristics. When George Smith began distilling, The Glenlivet had no age statements and he selected whisky from casks of a range of ages. We have replicated this freedom with The Glenlivet Founder’s Reserve, selecting whisky from a variety of traditional aged oak casks. Then, to lend a modern twist to the flavour of the expression, Master Distiller Alan Winchester marries together a selection of the aged oak casks and American first-fill oak casks. American first-fill oak casks are those that have never before been used to mature whisky. Selective use of these casks provides a smooth, creamy sweetness that mingles harmoniously with the delicate flavours and complex fruity tones already present in the whisky."

https://www.theglenlivet.com/en-US/the-collection/founders-reserve

Lagunitas Willetized Coffee Stout

 12.9% alcohol. 32 IBU. Brewed in America by Lagunitas Brewing. 

https://lagunitas.com/beer/willettized

Light Hearted Ale

 3.7% alcohol. Introduced in 2018. Brewed in Michigan by Bells. 

"Enjoy all the benefits of a light beer, with the flavor and quality you would expect from Bell’s. Light Hearted™ is aromatic, balanced, and incredibly easy-drinking. Centennial and Galaxy hops result in citrus and pine aromas, while a variety of specialty malts help give Light Hearted its body and flavor."

http://www.bellsbeer.com/beer/year-round/light-hearted-ale


Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Zundert 8

 8% alcohol. 29 IBU. Introduced in 2013. Export to the USA, starting in 2018. Brewed in The Kingdom of The Netherlands by Maria Toevlucht Abbey. 

"Zundert Trappist is a chestnut-coloured, top-fermenting beer that undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle. It contains 8% alcohol. We opted for a beer that we describe as ‘slightly unruly’. This means that Zundert Trappist is a beer that you have to take time to understand. Zundert Trappist is only supplied in 33 cl bottles."

https://merchantduvin.com/brew-zundert-trappist-8.php

https://www.abdijmariatoevlucht.nl/en/portfolio/brewe

Bud Light Chelada Fuego

 4.2% alcohol. 178 calories. Introduced in 2020. Brewed in America by Anheuser-Busch. 

"Bud Light Chelada Fuego has the perfect balance of crisp Bud Light, authentic Clamato and fiery spices like Tapatio. Enjoy this extra spicy kick that is still refreshing!"

https://www.tapintoyourbeer.com/guide-our-beers?rg=rg4

Paddy's

 80 proof. No age statement. Produced in Ireland for Sazerac. 

"The proAn approachable Irish whiskey comprised of a triple-distilled blend of grain, malt and pot-still, Paddy’s is mild and yet crisp, with a hint of honey. Paddy’s is the perfect session spirit for gathering ‘round for good times with friends. Triple-distilled from the finest barley and water from County Cork’s Irish countryside, Paddy’s matures for years in three types of oaken casks, acquiring its distinctively rich and golden color in dark, aromatic warehouses before being shipped directly from Ireland.

duct of three classic Irish approaches to whiskey distillation, Paddy’s has the distinction of blending grain, malt and pot-still into a single, smooth spirit. Each component contributes subtle flavorings to achieve a uhttps://www.paddywhiskey.com/whiskey/niquely smooth result. The grain offers a light, floral touch of crisp sweetness. The malt augments the sweetness with a slight note of toasted biscuit, and the pot-still brings the traditional Irish creaminess—with but a breath of spice, honey and vanilla

Anchor Christmas Ale 2020

 7% alcohol. Brewed in California by Anchor Brewing. 

"Anchor’s 2020 Christmas Ale is silky-smooth and layered with classic holiday flavors of chocolate, toasted marshmallows and graham crackers - perfect for enjoying at the end of the meal, or around a fire with close friends. This winter warmer teems with aromas of fresh coffee and dark chocolate, and pours with a tight, creamy cappuccino-colored head."

https://www.anchorbrewing.com/beer/christmas_ale


Sunday, December 13, 2020

Bourbon County Brand Stout 2020

 14.6% alcohol. 60 IBU. Released on Nov. 27, 2020. Brewed in Illinois by Goose Island.

"The Original Bourbon Barrel aged Imperial Stout. Our primary focus every year is to make this beer the best that it’s ever been, with the best ingredients, which includes the finest of bourbon whiskey barrels. This year’s Bourbon County Stout is aged in a mix of bourbon barrels from a variety of whiskey distilleries. Barrel-aged for a year to develop the complexity that only time can provide, Bourbon County Stout boasts a unique blend of flavors such as fudge, vanilla and caramel — topped off with a rich, complex mouthfeel."


https://www.gooseisland.com/beers/barrel-house-beers/bourbon-county-stout-2020

Thursday, December 10, 2020

Praga Premium Pils

 4.7% alcohol. Introduced in 2004. Brewed in the Czech Republic by Pivovar Litovel.

"Golden-amber color with inviting floral aroma due to Czech Saaz hops.  Medium-body & full-flavor with crisp, refreshing finish.

https://www.louissiebimports.com/praga

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Snoball Juice

 7% alcohol. Introduced in 2018. Brewed in Louisiana by Urban South. 

"Smooth drinking, hopped up IPA with nearly 5 pounds per barrel of Idaho 7, Vic Secret, El Dorado and Citra!

https://https://urbansouthbrewery.com/beers/snoball-juice/beers/snoball-juice

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Quöllfrisch Swiss Beer (Quöllfrisch Hell)

 4.8% alcohol. 18 IBU. Brewed in Switzerland by Brauerei Locher. 

"Pale Quöllfrisch is characterised by its mild and slightly fruity flavour. Brewed from Pilsner malt and three different varieties of hops from Stammheim and Hallertau."

https://www.appenzellerbier.ch/en/beer/quoellfrisch-bright.html


Saturday, December 5, 2020

Samuel Adams Holiday White Ale

 5.4% alcohol. 8 IBU. Certified Kosher. Introduced in 2020. Brewed in America by Boston Beer Company.

"The citrusy orange flavors balance the spicy cinnamon and earthy nutmeg, giving this beer a bold flavor with a crisp finish."

https://www.samueladams.com/our-beers/limited-release/white-ale/holiday-white-ale

Friday, December 4, 2020

Open Air

 5.5% alcohol. Introduced in 2020. Brewed in Louisiana by Tin Roof. 

"Open Air is an American Wheat Ale with a unique blend of cascade and tettnang hops, laid over two row, malted wheat, and rye malt. It has a soft spiciness combined with a soft breadiness that makes it a summer crusher. If you’re experiencing summer heat grab yourself a Tin Roof Wheat It’s what we like to call one pintable beer!!"

https://www.tinroofbeer.com/product/open-air-american-wheat-ale/


    Thursday, December 3, 2020

    1516 Kellerbier

     5.6% alcohol. 25 IBU. Introduced in 2016. Brewed in Germany by Weihenstephaner. 

    "Our 1516 Kellerbier is a specialty beer brewed with the rare hop variety Hallertauer Record, a variety now only grown by a single hop farmer in the Hallertau hop cultivation region."

    https://www.weihenstephaner.com/beers/1516-kellerbier/#DasBier

    Tuesday, December 1, 2020

    Monk's IPA

     6.5% alcohol. 30 IBU. Introduced in 2019. Brewed in Massachusetts by Spencer Brewing. 

    "Our slightly hazy IPA made in small batches each month to ensure freshness. It is brewed with Citra, Mosaic, Amarillo, and Simcoe hops. It is a very drinkable IPA at only 30 IBUs."

    https://spencerbrewery.com/index.php/monks-ipa