I could be reading this in the entirely wrong order. South County may have intended it to be read Mysterious, Rich, Robust, Dark. But without appropriate guidelines on the can, I simply started with the first word I saw and went around the rim. I don’t often review the same brewery more than once, but […]
Tag: Craft Beer
Anticipation-Letdown
Do you remember that intense excitement? Do you recall the degree of anticipation? Can you feel the intense desire for that highly sought after experience? Perhaps, when you were a young child, there was a planned trip to an amusement park. You had the knowledge weeks in advance of the date of the trip. As the […]
Ella vs. Ralphius
Free Will continues to come across my radar with interesting, unique, and boundary-challenging beers. Though it has been a while since I’ve had the opportunity to review anything from Free Will, the presence of two, available, barrel-aged beers, provides ample prodding to pit them against each other, and write a review. The fact that these […]
BBA Coffee Stout Flavor Battle
Ahhhh, coffee. That rich, roasty, liquid that one can smell from afar. The invigorating smell of coffee perks one up with just a whiff. The taste of coffee is a little bitter, kind of acidic, a bit earthy, and maybe, with some hints of nuttiness, or some even have fruity notes. Regardless of the flavor […]
A Day in Columbia
When did you go to South America? Was it hot there? Where the jungles dense, and thick? Did you randomly stumble upon any coffee plantations? No, discerning reader, not that Columbia. Though, given the opportunity, I would certainly travel to the country of Columbia. I am referring to a day spent with a fellow adventurer in […]
Dogfish Head. The World Wide Leader in Stouts.
Yes, I know, this phrase probably sounds incredibly familiar. It doesn’t? I would guess then, reader, that you are not likely to be a sports fan. I admit that I am slightly borrowing the title from ESPN’s signature phrase, “ESPN: The Worldwide Leader in Sports.” But, I am also recognizing the power of such a […]
#6 vs. #22
For those that aren’t aware, the site beeradvocate.com, often considered the premier resource for ratings, reviews and information about craft beer, maintains a list of the highest rated beers in the world. This two hundred and fifty strong list is frequently in flux, and while many of the more rare and sought after beers maintain […]
Shalotol? Exalotol? Xylophone?
Some names present pronunciation challenges. Some descriptions present tasting challenges. Some beers present challenges with both. Xolotl by Avery brewing company provides an opportunity regarding both of these concerns. Xolotl – Avery Brewing Company – I’m not sure how to say the name of this beer. I have provided, in the title, what I feel are […]
Agnoso veteris vestigia flamea
I am relaxing, and contemplating of the meaning of these words. Naturally, as I don’t speak, or am able to translate latin, I am reflecting on the modern english translation. It is also my distinguished pleasure to be enjoying a fantastic beer named after the originator of this phrase. South County – Virgil – This beer looks thin, […]
Fresh IPA Challenge!!
It’s hot outside. Really, really, sweltering hot. What could be better than a nice, cool, crisp, hop-laden beverage to slake ones thirst? I can think of few things more satisfying, beer-wise, than a refreshing ipa on a hot day, or any day for that matter. But if one is satisfying, several would be even better, right? What […]