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AWMiller
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| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Fri Jul 08, 2011 8:37 pm | |
| Real Ale Devil’s BackboneReal Ale Brewing Company | Blanco, Texas USA Purchased @ Lone Star Beverages - Carrollton, Texas USA Style: Tripel ABV - 8.1% IBU - 36 This brew from Real Ale completely exceeded all of my expectations of this Tripel! It poured up a hazy dark golden colored body with a foamy head that possessed great retention and lacing effects. Aromas of yeast, peppers, spices, bananas. Flavors of the same and also include pears and sugars. Medium-bodied, good carbonation, very easy to drink with no harsh aftertastes and a smooth, clean finish with just the right amount of hoppy bite. This is definitely one of the finest American Tripels that I have even had the pleasure of tasting! Pairing Recommendations: beef, poultry, pork Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Fri Jul 08, 2011 8:48 pm | |
| Spaten Munchen DunkelSpaten-Franziskaner-Brau | Munchen, Germany Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Munich Dunkel Lager ABV - 5.5% This was a fairly good dunkel. It poured up a dark root beer colored body with a hearty two-finger off-white colored head that had fair retention and some lacing effects. Aromas of caramel, toffee, warm bread. Flavors of the same but also include raisins or figs. Medium-bodied with a sweet flavored finish (hardly any detection of hops) that lingers for quite some time. Pairing Recommendations: grilled/smoked meats or various wild game Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Fri Jul 08, 2011 8:51 pm | |
| Oskar Blues Gubna Imperial IPAOskar Blues Grill & Brewery | Lyons, Colorado USA Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: American Double/Imperial IPA ABV - 10% If I’m going to get hooked on IPAs then it is going to be this one! This brew pours up a rich burnt orange colored body with a thick foamy head with good retention and excellent lacing. Hearty aromas of sweet malts, lemon, orange and sugar. Flavors are very complex and rich – grapefruit, orange, lemon, sweet malts, and hints of various tropical fruits. Medium-bodied, good carbonation, very smooth with a nice hoppy bite throughout. The finish is very clean and refreshing with a lingering hit of bitter hops and sweet malts. Pairing Recommendations: wild game, grilled/smoked meats, fish/shellfish Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Fri Jul 08, 2011 8:54 pm | |
| Rahr & Sons OktoberfestRahr & Sons Brewing Co. | Fort Worth, Texas USA Not purchased; received as a gift! Style: Marzen/Oktoberfest ABV - 5.5% What an awesome Texas-brewed Oktoberfest!! This brew poured up a dark amber colored body with a one-finger thick tan colored head with fair retention and minimal lacing effects. Aromas and flavors of sweet malts and warm bread along with subtle hints of hops throughout. Although a somewhat dark beer it is very light on the palate with a smooth, clean finish filled with lingering aftertastes of warm sweet bread. Pairing Recommendations: Smoked brats or wurst Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Fri Jul 08, 2011 8:57 pm | |
| Kirin IchibanAnheuser-Brusch (funny, an American company brewing/distributing a foreign beer) Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Adjunct Lager ABV - 4.9% Probably one of the worst brews I have tasted thus far (next to Wacko and Rheingold)! Seriously I could not finish the brew. It did possess the standards of the “Add-Junk” (a.k.a. adjunct) lagers; pale golden yellow, moderate fizzy head, skunky odor (from the lesser quality grains and hops that are used), little to no real taste, and a bland but bitter aftertaste. This is one brew that is best left in the cooler for some other poor soul to purchase and consume. Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Fri Jul 08, 2011 8:59 pm | |
| Chimay Rouge (Red) PremiereBieres de Chimay (Abbaye Notre Dame de Scourmont) | Baileux (Chimay), Belgium Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Dubbel ABV - 7% This brew poured up a murky mahogany colored body with an enormous frothy head with amazing retention and lacing effects. Aromas of sweet malts, spices, and peppers. Flavors of the same along with cloves, dark fruits (dates and plums), and warm hints of chocolate. Medium-bodied with a dry finish and lingering aftertastes of sweet malts and spices. This brew improves as it warms after pouring. Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, rattlesnake Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Fri Jul 08, 2011 9:02 pm | |
| Anchor Liberty AleAnchor Brewing Company | San Francisco, California USA Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: American Pale Ale (APA) ABV - 5.9% A mainstay to be enjoyed every Independence Day! This brew poured up a luscious golden amber colored body with a foamy head with good retention and lacing effects. Aromas of floral hops, some grains and fruits (oranges, lemons). Flavors of hops, apricots (or maybe nectarines), a slight hint of honey (or burnt sugar). Light- to Medium-bodied, very smooth with a dry finish. Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, poultry, duck/goose, fish, partridge, pheasant, quail, grouse, rabbit, salmon, shellfish, squirrel, venison Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Mon Jul 11, 2011 8:15 pm | |
| Real Ale Full Moon Pale Rye AleReal Ale Brewing Company | Blanco, Texas USA Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Rye Beer ABV - 5.6% This brew poured up a dark amber colored body with a one-finger thick off-white colored head with good retention and lacing. Aromas of warm biscuits, rye, and peppery spices. Flavors of the same. Medium-bodied, good carbonation, very smooth with a nice hit of hops and peppery spices on the finish. Pairing Recommendations: pork or wild boar Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Wed Jul 13, 2011 8:55 pm | |
| Stone Ruination IPAStone Brewing Co. | Escondido, California USA Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: American Double/Imperial IPA ABV - 7.7% This brew poured up a rich dark amber colored body with an enormous frothy, creamy head with amazing retention and lacing. Pleasant aromas of citrusy hops with some old peppery spices intermingled, roasted malts. Flavors are of intense hops. Hops, hops, hops and some more hops. Ironically it was not as hoppy as what I was building myself for it to have! Other flavors include a nice mellowing from the sweet malts along with orange zest and some spices. Medium-bodied, lightly carbonated and the finish is very mouth-puckeringly clean. Pairing Recommendations: Definitely a good brew to have with some spicy fish tacos! Also would pair well with beef, buffalo, fowl (ducks, geese, partridge, pheasant, quail, grouse), poultry, fish, salmon, shellfish, squirrel, venison, rabbit. Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Wed Jul 13, 2011 9:08 pm | |
| Squatters Beerista (Small Batch Series)Utah Brewers Cooperative | Salt Lake City, Utah USA Not purchased; received as a gift! Style: American Stout ABV - 6.3% IBU – 30 What an amazing stout! This brew poured up a near black colored body with a thin, bubbly head that dissipated quickly and left marginal lacing on the glass. Awesome aromas of powdered cocoa, robust coffee, dark chocolates, and sweet roasted malts. The flavors are of the same and absolutely intense in this robust brew; very well-blended. Near medium-bodied, creamy, good carbonation, and very easy on the drinkability scale. Would pair up very nicely with a juicy rib-eye steak or perhaps some succulent beef fajitas! Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, dove, duck, geese, squirrel, venison, wild boar Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Wed Jul 13, 2011 9:10 pm | |
| Squatters Fifth ElementUtah Brewers Cooperative | Salt Lake City, Utah USA Not purchased; received as a gift! Style: American Wild Ale ABV - 6.75% I have been venturing out into the sour/wild ale arena and can say that once you’ve acquired the taste for these mouth-puckering ales you’ll take to liking them quite a bit! This brew poured up a murky orange colored body with a bright white frothy head with good retention and marginal lacing. Aromas of citrus, yeast, floral hops, cooking spices, and a notable sour scent. Flavors are absolutely complex, each vying for its 15 minutes of fame; orange, lemon, grapefruit, and spices (cloves, etc.). Light-bodied, loads of carbonation, very tart with a dry finish. Would pair up nicely with some smoked oyster fritters topped with a jalapeno/orange marmalade glaze! Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, fish, salmon, shellfish Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Wed Jul 13, 2011 9:14 pm | |
| Squatters Outer DarknessUtah Brewers Cooperative | Salt Lake City, Utah USA Not purchased; received as a gift! Style: Russian Imperial Stout ABV - 10.5% Oh my … this brew is hitting right near the top of my all-time favorites!!! Poured up a hearty black colored body with an enormous bubbly mocha-colored head with unending retention and lacing. Decadent aromas of spices, dark chocolate, light hints of roasted coffee beans, caramel, toffee, and cloves. After pouring I took a quick sip and then let it sit for an hour to warm so that the flavors and aromas would intensify! Oh how long that wait was because that first sip was oh-so-blissful! The flavors are so intensely filled with the dark chocolates, toffee, hearty coffee; each so rich that one does not want to swallow that delicious liquid so quickly! Full-bodied, thick-n-rich, with a warming finish that is dry and full of lingering chocolaty sweetness. This would pair well with many meals but I’d much rather save this for dessert on its own!! Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, dove, duck, geese, squirrel, venison, wild boar Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Fri Jul 15, 2011 9:29 pm | |
| Ayinger Celebrator DoppelbockPrivatbrauerei Franz Inselkammer KG / Brauerei Aying | Aying, Germany Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Doppelbock ABV - 6.7% Why oh why did I wait so long to try this stellar brew?! This brew poured up a hefty dark mahogany-colored body with a thick one-fingered tan colored with retention lasting long after the beer was gone and amazing lacing effects. Aromas of warm dark bread, caramel, molasses, malts and hops, and a very slight hint of alcohol. Of the doppelbocks, I am sure that this one reigns supreme! Medium-bodied, light carbonation, very thick and creamy with a well-balanced hit of hops on the finish that is dry but not too dry. Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, rattlesnake, squirrel, venison, wild boar Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | Dan Gleason Admin
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| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Sun Jul 17, 2011 9:43 pm | |
| we like the pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, rattlesnake, squirrel, venison, wild boar | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Mon Jul 18, 2011 8:21 pm | |
| Anchor Summer BeerAnchor Brewing Company | San Francisco, California USA Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: American Pale Wheat Ale ABV - 4.6% This brew poured up a cloudy amber colored body with an intense foamy white head with amazing retention and lacing. Aromas of toasted/buttered wheat bread, lemon zest, and a hint of some field grasses. Light- to medium-bodied with a nice lemony/bready flavor (almost like a good tea cake) and a subtly hoppy bite on the finish with is smooth and crisp and definitely not heavy or harsh. Pairing Recommendations: poultry, fish, pheasant, quail, grouse, pork, shellfish Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Tue Jul 19, 2011 9:08 pm | |
| Boulevard Irish AleBoulevard Brewing Co. | Kansas City, Missouri USA Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Irish Red Ale ABV - 5.8% IBU – 30 This brew poured up a dark copper-colored body with a hearty tan-colored head with good retention and minimal lacing. Aromas of caramel, toasted malts/oats, bread (or biscuits?). Flavors are very well balanced of sweet malts, toasted oats, dark fruits (plums), and light alcohol taste near the finish. Medium-bodied with a very dry finish with a lingering sweet, malty taste. Pairing Recommendations: pork, poultry Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Tue Jul 19, 2011 9:22 pm | |
| Avery Karma Belgian Pale AleAvery Brewing Company | Boulder, Colorado USA Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Belgian Pale Ale ABV - 5.4% This brew poured up a clear, dark copper colored body with a creamy off-white colored head with good retention and amazing lazing. Aromas of peppery spices, dark fruits (plums, raisins), and bread dough. Flavors of caramel, toasted malts, and a light hint of citrusy hops. Medium-bodied with a crisp, refreshing finish with a nice caramel flavor lingering about. Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, poultry, duck, goose, fish, partridge, pheasant, quail, grouse, rabbit, salmon, shellfish, squirrel, venison Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Wed Jul 20, 2011 8:27 pm | |
| Kulmbacher EisbockKulmbacher Brauerei AG | Kulmbach, Germany Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Eisbock ABV - 9.2% What an amazing eisbock!! This brew poured up a near black-colored body with a bubbly head with moderate retention and lacing effects. Aromas full of dark roasted coffee beans, roasted malts and dark fruits (figs perhaps). Flavors of sweet malts, dark fruits, alcohol, and coffee. Full-bodied, thick and creamy, very smooth on the palate and warming finish reminiscent of fresh baked bread. Pairing Recommendations: Save this one for dessert!! This brew would complement well with a rich beef or wild game meal. Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Wed Jul 20, 2011 8:42 pm | |
| Dendermonde Belgian TripelBrouwerij De Block | Peizegem-Merchtem, Belgium Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Tripel ABV - 8% Tripels are fast becoming a favorite brew-style of mine and this ale does not disappoint in any way! This brew poured up a slightly clear amber-colored body with a nice thick bubbly white head with good retention and lacing. Aromas of sweet malts, sugars, and bread dough. Flavors are loaded with lemon zest, wild honey, roasted malts, and a slight hint of hops. Medium-bodied, very smooth with a finish that is dry and refreshing with no harsh aftertastes. Pairing Recommendations: beef, poultry, pork Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Thu Jul 21, 2011 9:17 pm | |
| Guinness Foreign Extra StoutGuinness Ltd. | Dublin, Ireland Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Foreign/Export Stout ABV - 7.5% This brew poured up a jet-black colored body with an insanely huge mocha-colored bubbly head with amazing retention and lacing. Aromas of rum, slow roasted robust coffee beans, and toasted malts. Flavors of the same but filled with good hits of the citrusy hops and then mellowed out with the sweet malts. Medium-bodied with a very dry finish with lingering notes of hazelnut. For me this brew seemed a little “thin” for a stout but still a good brew nonetheless. Would pair up nicely with some of my decadent burgers! Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, dove, duck, geese, squirrel, venison, wild boar Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Thu Jul 21, 2011 9:28 pm | |
| Chimay Tripel / Blanche (White) Cinq CentsBieres de Chimay (Abbaye Notre Dame de Scourmont) | Baileux (Chimay), Belgium Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Tripel ABV - 8% The Tripel craze continues! If you have not had the chance to try a tripel, you MUST! This brew poured up a hazy dark-orange colored body with an intensely creamy, foamy off-white colored head; long-lasting retention and lacing effects. Aromas of yeast, orange zest, cloves, and peppery spices. Flavors are quite complex and well-balanced with a very sweet-n-sour hit up front followed by a dry finish with light citrusy flavors lingering long afterwards. Loads of carbonation in the medium-bodied brew. Would pair this up with a slow-roasted pork rack or perhaps a slow-roasted rack of lamb. Pairing Recommendations: beef, poultry, pork Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | Dan Gleason Admin
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| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Sun Jul 24, 2011 6:48 pm | |
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| | | AWMiller
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| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Mon Jul 25, 2011 11:25 am | |
| Chimay Bleue (Blue) Grande ReserveBières de Chimay (Abbaye Notre Dame de Scourmont) | Baileux (Chimay), Belgium Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Belgian Strong Dark Ale ABV - 9% Ooooh mercy! This is one dark ale that needs to be on everyone’s taste list! This brew poured up a dark root-beer brown colored body sporting a huge frothy off-white colored head with good retention (slowly dissipating down to a thin sheen) and amazing lacing effects. Aromas of figs, dark cherries, sweet malts, pine nuts, cloves and spices (like nutmeg, cinnamon, etc.). The flavors are of the same but oh so complex – each sip has it’s own reward and it gets much better as the beer warms. Medium- to Full-bodied, ultra smooth, slow carbonation with a finish that is dry and you will definitely know that there is some alcohol in this one! Definitely a brew to pair with a slow-grilled juicy steak! Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, salmon, venison, wild boar Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
Posts : 531
| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Mon Jul 25, 2011 11:43 am | |
| Carlow O’Hara’s Irish RedCarlow Brewing Company | County Carlow, Ireland Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Irish Ale ABV - 4.3% A middle-of-the-road Irish ale in my opinion. This brew poured up a dark red colored body with a one-finger thick foamy head; moderate retention and lacing effects. Aromas of yeast, biscuits, honey. Flavors of the same but nothing over the top. Medium-bodied, variable levels of carbonation, with a very dry finish that is somewhat lacking in flavor of any noticeable sort. Not a bad brew but nothing much to rave about either; but definitely something to be chosen over any of the macros!! Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, poultry, duck, geese, fish, partridge, pheasant, quail, grouse, shellfish Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
| | | AWMiller
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| Subject: Re: AW's Beer Reviews Mon Jul 25, 2011 11:45 am | |
| Tilburg’s Dutch Brown AleBierbrouwerij De Koningshoeven B.V. | Berkel-Enschot, Netherlands Purchased @ Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA Style: Belgian Dark Ale ABV - 5% There’s something in this brew that just reminds me way too much of fruit beers (which I really don’t care for). This brew poured up a dark cherry-colored body with a frothy tan head; good retention, minimal lacing. Aromas of grape juice (I think this is what is throwing me off), caramel and old molasses. Flavors of the same; raisins, caramel, molasses, grains. Really it reminded me of an old Nestle Chunky candy bar that had been sitting around for way too long (yeah, like when the chocolate turned that pasty white color!). Medium-bodied with a dry fruity finish full of dark fruits and peppery spices. Pairing Recommendations: beef, buffalo, salmon, venison, wild boar Disclaimer: All beer tasting notes and reviews are subjective. The thoughts and opinions contained herein are those of the ‘bier vorgeschmack’ and him only. The intent of this beer review is to spur interest in brands and styles that one may not normally indulge in and to entice them to venture out and try new brews. While some may argue that there are no other beers than Miller, Coors, Bud, and Keystone, this is much akin to arguing which vanilla ice cream tastes the best. There are more brews out there; try some and enjoy the savory adventure. | |
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