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Post by Chris M. on Nov 13, 2010 1:38:34 GMT -5
So here is where I'm going to give you some of my favorites. I'll start with the beer that brought me away from American Lagers, Newcastle Brown. Now I know it isnt the best but I like it. Its smooth and has a good aftertaste. Second on my list is Sapporo. A friend brought this over and I was sceptical, its got great flavor and make for a great refreshing drink while playing. Third I'll go to my favorites.. the stouts... I've tried a number of stouts in the past year. I have two favorites, first is Dundee Stout. I can only find it in a sampler pack with some other pretty good beer, except the IPA... I cant stand IPA.. Anyway it has a wonderful oaky flavor. It goes down smooth and has a good aroma. Its a perfect opener beer as the flavor makes the mouth water for more. My second favorite is Samuel Smith Oatmeal Stout. My god whats not good to say about this stout! Robust flavors and a dark body, great head and great taste. Its got a slight creamy taste to it as I remember but it compliments the other flavors. Try it and you'll love it. Last stout that is one of my favorites in the house is Fat Tire. Gotta love it... a must have for any beer fridge. Goose Island has a fantastic Winter brew.Its called Mild winter and it was a huge surprise how flavorful it was and how smooth it went down. Being from Chicago I'd be remiss if I didnt throw a shout out to 312. Also a good beer and I'd like to point out its pronounced... three one two not three twelve.. For those that LOVE beer here is a website that will help you in selection of your next taste test. www.tastings.com/search_beer.lassoMay your bellys be full of beer and your taste buds always happy with new brew, Chris |
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Post by Erik Lindley on Nov 13, 2010 7:32:03 GMT -5
Wow, my mouth was watering after reading that section on stouts!
Ya' know, Newcastle might not be the best, but it is available almost everywhere. That counts for something in my book.
Guiness (which I like on its own merits) shares that distinction as well...easily found. It also benefits from a very good advertising plan, something most of the other stouts lack.
-Erik
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Post by heychadwick on Nov 13, 2010 10:09:45 GMT -5
I love a good pilsner. I love a beer that is crisp, clean, and goes down smooth. I like something I can quaff quickly. This type of beer can be done badly and cheaply and I think it's those ones that people have tried when they say they dislike pilsners.
Pilsner Urquell is the world's first pilsner! I like it. It's got a skunky kick to it that I love. Easy to find, too.
Kingfisher is probably the best lager I've ever had. It's from India, but it's just darn good!
Staropramen I was in Prague for a few months and this was their local beer. Not only is it good, but it is full of good memories.
Pranqster is a fantastic American version of a golden Belgian Ale. It's goes down smooth and has a wonderful taste. It's high in alcohol content, too! This is a great beer!
OK....that's probably good for now. I could go on and on....but that's enough.
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Post by Chris M. on Nov 13, 2010 23:20:46 GMT -5
I'm Drinking a Bass Ale right now and decided to mention that I'm enjoying it very much.
That is all,
Chris
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Post by warhamsterdave on Nov 15, 2010 17:03:02 GMT -5
One of my personal fav's is Theakstons Old Peculiar.
Used to drink Newcastle brown years ago but find it gives me a realy bad head in the morning.
My usual brews for a night out are;
Theakstons best bitter
John Smiths
Youngers Scotch bitter
Tennants 70 or 80 if I fancy a darker bear.
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Post by Etcetrah on Nov 17, 2010 9:28:08 GMT -5
Hey guys, thanks for sharing your love of the brew with us. I used to be one of those guys that thought a stout was the only "real" beer. Stout is still a go-to beer, must-have in the 'fridge, but I enjoy many styles now that I've been brewing for a couple of years. Here are some of my favs: Sweetwater 420 - a pale ale brewed in Atlanta. I had this on a business trip to Atlanta last year and really enjoyed it. Nice and crisp, clean citrusy American hops, and enough sweetness to balance. Heychadwick, you might like this one. I am planning on attempting a clone of this in a month or so. I'll let you know how it goes Omegang Hennepin - This is a BIG Belgian Saison, that is brewed in Cooperstown,New York. I had this on tap at a local pub and was absolutely blown away. I've brewed a version of this that was fabulous. Victory Prima Pils - While I'm not a pilsner lager afficionado, I do like this beer a lot. It's brewed in Pennsylvania. Angry Angel Kolsch - Again, I've not had an authentic Kolsch from Cologne, Germany, but this is a fantastic (and local from Big Boss Brewing in Raleigh, NC) brew. Also, editorial on the reference in the show to Blue Moon. I really don't like Blue Moon by itself, but I do like it with the orange slice added.  The beer I brewed, that exploded all over us, was more in the style of a belgian wheat beer, low hops, orange and coriander added for citrusy goodness and yeast that adds "THAT" belgian wheat flavor, no orange slice necessary! warhamsterdave, I don't think I've seen any of the beers on your list over here. Do you (or others) know of a good wee heavy or bitter that might be available stateside? Love the beer repartee. Thanks, guys. Keep it coming! |
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Post by Grantimus Maximus on Nov 19, 2010 0:25:43 GMT -5
Wooohoohooo!!!
I love this forum!
I am a lover of all beers not qualified as domestic, but I particular fancy a great Wheat or Trappist Style Beer.
If you have not heard of it Gumballhead is the perfect wheat beer. Hoppier than most and sweeter with less banana flavor than the Hefe's.
An amazing Belgium Trappist style beer is La Fin du Monde! Kick your a$$ in one glass kinda alcohol percentage and thick as clear motor-oil.....and amazing!
Tom McClure...I understand you are going to be at Waaghpaca. I will be there as well and would love to share a Point White Ale with you!
Cheers All!!!
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Post by Tom McClure on Nov 19, 2010 1:43:21 GMT -5
Rock! However, I propose we each get our own. I'll buy. No need to SHARE you foofoo! Ha!
Thanks for the insight on the other wheats! Those are both unbeknownst to me, and just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday!
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Post by warhamsterdave on Nov 19, 2010 17:46:40 GMT -5
www.ciao.co.uk/Theakston_Old_Peculier__Review_5407534Not sure whaere you could get this in th US but would recomend this or the dark mild. or try outlets for "scottish and newcastle" as they own the rights to a lot of heavy bears in the UK. Also if and this is a big if, you can find any AUD BRUIN from grolsh, this is a very dark sweet beer from holland. When I was at a brewery there they were only selling it in holland and not exporting it but it would be worth a find if you can.
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Post by Grantimus Maximus on Dec 3, 2010 0:35:40 GMT -5
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Post by Chris M. on Dec 4, 2010 1:22:32 GMT -5
I'm officially on vacation, I just walked through the door and decided that a Goose Island Mild WInter was in order as I had to fight snow all the way home!@#@&(@#*$&^$
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Post by warhamsterdave on Dec 28, 2010 7:25:33 GMT -5
Thanks for the mention in episode 3. Just had a very dark smooth Ale from a brewery cold WOLD TOP here in Yorkshire. Mars magic www.woldtopbrewery.co.uk/marsmagic.htmldef worth a find if you can get it. very smooth easy drink. cheers. |
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The beer I brewed, that exploded all over us, was more in the style of a belgian wheat beer, low hops, orange and coriander added for citrusy goodness and yeast that adds "THAT" belgian wheat flavor, no orange slice necessary! 
