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Old 08-14-2012, 01:13 PM   #2231 (permalink)
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I can't help myself...I do love me some Shock Top. The Lemon Shandy Shock Top is good too.

As for the Karbach double IPA...well, I imagine you're a bit more seasoned when it comes to stronger beers. That one knocked my socks off, but you'd probably love it. Unfortunately I just felt like the amount of alcohol in it counter acted any good flavor that was there.

I am intrigued by this beauty you posted though, especially since Fred said it's a good summer beer. Always on the look out for a nice summer beer.
This beer is massively flavored and low on the alcohol taste you don't particularly like. Its a perfect blend with fruity notes. One of my favorites and reasonably priced for a 22 ounce at 4.29. Definitely worth a shot.
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Old 08-14-2012, 02:12 PM   #2232 (permalink)
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These have been my favourites as of late. Firstly, I've been really enjoying Brooklyn


Brooklyn IPA. One of the better IPAs I've had in quite some time. Really been loving this.


Brooklyn Black Chocolate Stout. 10% and, as you may be able to imagine, very heavy. It resembles a syrup when its poured. Definitely not one to stay on all night but it was rather nice.


Brooklyn Summer Ale. Crisper, lighter and great for a summer day. Had a day out recently in the sun and this one went down a treat.


Had my first Sam Adams the other day and really enjoyed that too. I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for this from now on.


Flying Dog Snake Dog. Along with the Brooklyn, this has been my favourite IPA in recent weeks. Originally a barman suggested it so I tried it and have had it a couple of times since. Very nice.

And to think I used to think that Americans didn't produce much worth drinking. It turns out that we just didn't do a great job of stocking much of it over recent years. All of the above I have been impressed with.

Brooklyn is easily my favorite American Brewery. Their brewmaster Garrett Oliver does an amazing job crafting their ales and has written a huge volume on beer and food pairings called The Brewmaster's Table: Discovering the Pleasure of Real Bear with Real Food, and is quite strongly recommended.

I've tried just about all of their concoctions and agree that their Black Chocolate Stout, which is only offered around the Christmas holiday in the states, is a decadent treat, but the one beer that they produce which I most strongly recommend is their Brown Ale. It's exquisite, complex, very rich and has won several awards which reflect its quality. Definitely give it a try if you get a chance. It's definitely in my top 5 list of favorite beers.



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... recently had a Sierra Nevada which was fine, it just didnt really stand out.
If you're ever in the states during mid to late autumn and want to try something amazing by Sierra Nevada, try their Harvest Ale. It's only produced at [hop] harvest time and only sold in keg format, but it's dry-hopped, which essentially means that the hops are picked and added directly to the ale without curing or aging the hops whatsoever. The result is a very powerful, hop-forward ale that will blow your socks off.
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Old 08-14-2012, 03:10 PM   #2233 (permalink)
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Thanks a lot Satch! Very informative. I'll keep an eye out for the Brown Ale. I've tried the 4 or 5 different beers I've found from Brooklyn but I haven't seen that one yet.
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Old 08-14-2012, 04:09 PM   #2234 (permalink)
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^actually i think they started bottling the Harvest ale....in a special and limited release

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There back. Gonna chug two tonight.

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j...X5cHKg&cad=rja
my local go to store has promised to hold three for me ....picking them up on saturday

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I am intrigued by this beauty you posted though, especially since Fred said it's a good summer beer. Always on the look out for a nice summer beer.
i also highly suggest this one...again a little strong but without the flavor

picked up a 12 pack of the new 2012 Sierra Nevada Beer Camp selection

looks simalar to this



this year Double IPA and a Pilsner...should be yummy
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Old 08-14-2012, 04:23 PM   #2235 (permalink)
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Red wine and gelato for us tonight aww yeah
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Old 08-14-2012, 04:32 PM   #2236 (permalink)
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holy crap....i had Blood Orange gelato the other day and literally thought i died....i think it may have been the most amazing thing i have ever eaten
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Decided to pick this up when I stumbled upon it at the grocery on Sunday.

It's decent, not as good as I'd hoped but I do like that it's a bit spicy.
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Old 08-14-2012, 10:30 PM   #2238 (permalink)
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Hoe mny times must I post this...



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Old 08-14-2012, 10:32 PM   #2239 (permalink)
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How many times must I post THIS...



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Old 08-14-2012, 10:35 PM   #2240 (permalink)
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dat natty

do you never drink anything better
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