Where’s the cocoa?

Not long ago I had the pleasure of finding a rare bottle of H.E.R.O  Chocolate Chipotle Stout from Duclaw Brewing Company.  I apparently stumbled on the winning result of a home-brew submission contest.  This was an entry bottled in limited fashion in 22oz bottles.  My palate-lust for spicy brews combined with my longstanding passion for rich […]

Anarchy in the IPA

All the rage are ipas in the craft beer community.  I am an extreme fan as well.  There is something delightful about this fresh tasting, bitter, and sometimes mildly sweet drink.  Where once the lager dominated in the beer scene, ipas have taken over. Who stands in line for the newest lager from Russian River? […]

You are Free

In an industry where the serious patrons are constantly seeking the next great taste craze or that extremely hard to get brew. Sometimes, those beers that are closest and most accessible are often overlooked. Prior discussion involved the search for Pliny the Younger.  And while the journey was abundantly enjoyable yet moderately arduous, does exclusivity […]