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i always try to hit wagner every year when i vacation up in the finger lakes and finally decided to properly review a few of their offerings . first up was the signature dockside amber lager . poured the oz . bottle into a pint glass . deep deep amber color somewhat cloudy with good head retention and lacing . smelled pretty nice too with some malt and floral kick to it . but the taste . hmmm . what is this beer . much fuller and maltier than i would ve expected from a lager amber or otherwise and not in a good way . i found the sweetness overpowering and cloying . there s some hop bitterness in there somewhere but overall i found the flavor profile a bit of a mess . mouthfeel for what it s worth was fine nice carbonation but again the sweetness made it a difficult call overall . it s drinkable to a point but i could only really handle just one . it s a shame because wagner does some awesome brews especially the sled dog . and maybe i got a bad batch . but overall i m not going with this one again .,aroma,0.7,1
wiseman zach brought this back from rochester ny . thanks dude . poured into a cigar city snifter . appearance a white fluffy head sits atop a hazy goldenrod body . retention is really weak . no lacing . nothing special . smell ew . smells like sweettarts or maybe pixie stix . the cherry is there but it smells more like cherry vanilla yogurt . sickly sweet . does n t show any semblance of saison . downright awful . taste tart cherry and rum like esters are the first things i get . lemon clove and hay are also in there but the overall taste is very ho hum . much better than the smell but so far this beer reminds me of a phony pumpkin ale . lots of non beer qualities to this beer if you catch my drift . leaves a really crappy taste in my mouth . mouthfeel moderately carbonated malty medium bodied and . fuzzy . not as creamy as i had hoped and all of the off flavors are really ruining everything else for me too . drinkability boo . this was the lousiest saison i ve ever tasted and i ve had quite a few . i was hoping for some sour notes from the cherries but nope . this was all phony sweetness . yuck .,aroma,0.2,0
wow . got this beer the other day for a kickback because it . for a case . so of course we were n t expecting much . but i must say this is actually a pretty descent brew . and id pick this over most of the other cheap brews . it has a nice clean taste of malts that are pretty sweet with just a little bitterness on the end that last for just a little bit before it finishes cleans . the malt is balanced not to ricey or too corny or none of that . crisp and refreshing with a light medium body . still a little watery in taste though . but hey you know how that goes . its a good beer for what its meant to do which is be cheap . next time you need a cheap beer id highly recommend this one . you may be pleasantly surprised .,aroma,0.4,0
big complex intense beer . it pours gotham city dark with a big creamy fat head of mocha that has pretty decent retention for such a big beer . the head fades slowly into a thin creamy film and leaves sticky thin walls of sea foam lacing . the aroma is intense complex intoxicating and inviting . rich dark chocolates roasted malt notes of coffee toffee and caramel fade into a complex arrangement of dark fruit raisins dates figs and overripe plums . notes of sweet tobacco with hints of vanilla oak with aa boozy phenol finish . again intense rich and complex . full of flavors and all are complimentary . follows the nose . bold cocoa coffee and rich dark chocolates . caramel and dark toffee melts into a bouquet of sweet tobacco and dark fruits chocolate covered black cherry black currants raisins fig and plum . faint notes of vanilla . burnt sugar licorice and honey notes fade into a roasty espresso finish with a big boozy bite at the end . earthy hops hide way back in the dark . big rich sticky thick chewy smooth intense warming velvety body . nice low carbonation and quite intense boozy burn finish . finish a bit too hot for me . bit big for me but enjoyable . a definite slow sipper . complex interesting decadent and rich . love the complimentary complex flavors that go from roasty to dessert like sweet to dark fruit to earthy to hot . its the hot finish that cuts an otherwise smooth lucious treat . intense and delicious but a again . a defnite rich sipper .,aroma,1.0,1
sherry barrel aged real ale real heavy served at the draughthouse in a oz mini snifter . pours a honey amber hue with immaculate clarity and lots of depth to the body s color . nice lace left behind on the glass from the scant sawdust head . a great aroma greets the nose with soft cherry fruits and lots of toffee sweetness . a hint of floral piny hops lingers in the background very barleywine line which i enjoy . the flavor has the typical wee heavy malt profile boosted by a vinous barrel note . gummy sour and sweet with a nice finish of yeasty tropical fruits and hoppiness . spicy with booze but the abv is very well hidden . mouthfeel is dry and a bit thin while remaining low in carbonation . overall a great special release from real ale and probably one of their best beers i ve had to date . very excited for the rest of the mysterium verum series .,aroma,1.0,1
was extremely tentative when trying this beer being a fan of brown ales a little weary about the high alcohol content but boy was i glad i tried this probably one of the most complex brown ales that i have had so far look for a full review at a later date,aroma,0.9,1
elnw entry as before while i know this is a california beer i found this one in poulsbo wa oz capped bottle a dark near black brown with some reddish highlights throughout and golden brown rims . no head to speak of save four a few misty whisps floating atop the brew . n chalky cocoa shoeboxes leather boots wheat crackers flourless dark chocolate cake roasted malt very slight alcohol and sherry notes . closety boxy . p m causes me to grimace upon initial sip . second sip is better but still a little out of balance day old cold coffee hippie grains burnt rice scraped from the bottom of the pan sourness spoiled grains left in water charcoal . very little harmony here . the label reads store our fresh perishable product in a cool place . this did n t have much downtime between the central market and the fridge so i have n t a clue if this is a factor or not . it do n t taste spoiled it do n t taste off it just taste out of tune . gets better as it warms with some smoke factors coming into heavier play but all the same this is one chalky stout . carbonation is strong and body is nice and full . why could n t the alaskan stout had this thickness . damn . notes everything is right about this beer except for the taste . maybe it needs to age or maybe something went wrong during the shipment but something is just way out of balance here . being a guy who likes both gammel dansk and jagermeister i do n t think my palate is the entire problem . might be something you need to try at the brewery for best effect owing to the organic bit .,aroma,0.8,1
ah . sierra nevada pale ale . . i lost my craft brew virginity to this green labeled beauty . sampling this from a bottle . pours a crisp copper with a substantial head on a rough pour . lots of lacing . gradually reduces to just a thing bone white film . beautiful coloring . smell is mild and not tons of identity here . a bit of a metallic smell . hint of malt . nothing overpowering . taste is good . mild hops with good malt balance . fruit in the aftertaste . a pleasant taste mild character . slightly bitter finish . mouthfeel is very crisp and smooth so easy to drink i could have this all day long . love it . the original . i do n t think i appreciate the hop character and bitterness as much as i used to when i was just a virgin . but for some reason this is not as distinctive as it used to be but still a very good brew . like classic rock . you can do it over and over again and it is still great .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle poured into a snifter fridge temp appearance pours a clear brown color with an orange red highlight . the head is white and is so short lived i do n t know how tall it actually was . swirling makes some lace . smell smells sweet with malt and almost an anise licorice aroma . not sweet or hoppy . taste a little bit of spice . some nutter flavors go well with the caramel malts . not much else . mouthfeel medium bodied and lively with carbonation . this beer has no real noticeable alcohol . drinkability pretty good . not the oktoberfest that i would reach for . maybe it could be the green bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
poured out of a ml bottle into a snifter glass . a orange and slightly hazy . there was about a half finger of head which dissipated quickly . no lacing on the glass . s pumpkin pie . this really has it covered . you can smell homemade pie crust pureed gourd and the usual spices . t pumpkin nutmeg cinnamon a little vanilla extract . this is spiced but not over the top which made me very happy . a very nice balance of pumpkin and beer . the . abv is not really detectable . m medium body lightly carbonated . this is quite smooth . nice finish and aftertaste . o i have n t really had many pumpkin beers but i ve heard good things about this one so i finally gave it a shot . i m really glad i did . this is one delicious fall brew right here .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to paxton for this one popped the cork that did not pop and poured pitch black with little head turning to film rather quickly . aromas of dark malty goodness toasted coconut roast nuts fruit cake anise sweet spices and alcohol sweet tallahassee . . . as my friend arty says it s like a dessert in a glass . burnt sugars brown sugar chocolate coconut syrup dark fruits cake and then more sweetness . there is a bit of bitterness but it is no match for all the sweetness and throws the balance off completely . carbonation was lighter than expected which was not a bad thing but the body could have been much fuller and richer especially for what i expected from such a sweet decadent beer . i have really loved the ab series and am a brewdog fan . i had high expectations and was not impressed . well made and i love what they do but not this time so much .,aroma,0.9,1
wow . she sure is pertyyy . i am under her spell . snifter pour and i am met with with a beautiful black ale with a major mocha foamy head which dissolves to a thin layer . the aroma is amazing . major chocolate aroma with a dose of roasted malts vanilla toffee and cocoa . i could smell this all day . hmmm . sort of a letdown on the taste . first off the drink is much too thin for what i thought would be big bodied . coffee characteristics in the flavor with some smokiness and big roasted malt . drinkability is good but the mouthfeel is very distracting to me . i was hoping for so much more and though this is a good beer a little fuller body would make this beer top notch .,aroma,1.0,1
the beer poured into the glass crystal clear dark amber brown with a low off white head which lasted well to lace the glass . the aroma was gingerbread spice and cinnamon spice with some light caramel maltiness . almost the aroma of allspice one finds in a pumpkin beer . the flavor was chocolate and caramel and ginger allspice . the flavors were muddled and more akin to a brown ale with some spicing added . the chocolate and the spice just did not work very well together and the flavors collide in a battle that neither was well suited to win . some slight bittering also detracts in the flavor . the finish was dry bone dry with some chocolate and a slight coffee flavor coupled with low spice into the afteraste . the body was medium light and a bit watery . not a favorite just to muddy in the flavor to be worthwhile . ounce bottle . purchased in ga .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark orange color beer that is very cloudy with a long lasting bubbly head . quite a citrus filled aroma with some cinnamon mixed in and some ginger . plent of citrus and spice . the alcohol is also present . not too much malt . medium to thick with a mild carbonation . not easy to drink but great to sip . pretty good flavors .,aroma,0.9,1
this is an exceptional beer from the get go . from the ml corked bottle to the pop of the cork itself it screams class . it pours a hazy golden yellow with a thick rich white head with some pretty impressive lacing . the head sticks around for a bit too . the nose is hoppy citrusy and spicy . some fruitiness there too . the first sip is like a slap across the face with flavor . beautiful hops and malt with undertones of citrus and severe spice . it finishes smooth with a lingering bitterness and a dash of spice . truly a great beer . though i have n t tried any other saisons i venture to guess this is a very good example of one .,aroma,1.0,1
bottled pours black now most stouts are dark brown this one is black with a big finger tan head that left lacing all over the glass smell not that strong chocolate oak some hops taste by far one of the best stouts out there and the best yeti i have had oak first then the wonderful chocolate malt and then the hops mouthfeel a medium to heavy body that has perfect carbonation creamy smooth drinkability is great i just wish i i could find this beer closer to home and didnt have to drive miles to try it,aroma,0.7,1
a foggy grapefruit meat colored body . quickly dissipating white head . looks pretty delicious . s slightly sweet raspberry grapefruit scent . smells bright and interesting . t what a letdown . this beer is pretty damn boring . the raspberry flavor is very very faint . there is some slight tartness on the back of the palate . that s about it . light bodied but pretty boring . m crisp start but the finish ends up being very watery . disappointing . o this beer is incredibly misleading . it smells and looks great but it does n t deliver in any other areas . probably wo n t drink again .,aroma,0.8,1
as i pour a delicate hop smell fills the air . a off white head on a golden body . the head is huge and taking it s damn hell time shrinking so this will be an ornate visual description . it s in my sam adams perfect pint poured the randy mosher big head method . the body has the slightest haze and little active carbonation . it s also too light for me suggests this dipa might not have the appropriate malt balance . we lll see . successive pouts provide a well built creamy head . i like it . s never have i ever smelled such a grapefruit smell for me . this sets the standard for me . this reminds me of standing beneath the grapefruit tree in my brothers backyard in l.a. with broken fruit all around us . that and my grandma s kitchen when i was very young when she ate grapefruit every day . a more delicate smell because the grapefruit is everywhere gives me also just a hint of a piney smell . just a hint . t first sip the taste is not as strong as the smell . the grapefruit is much less defined for me as is that pine at the end . i get just the slightest hints of a light malt going on not the caramel i would want to complement those hops . there is a much more bitter feeling here but not very strong . as this warms to just barely cool i get a rather bitter though somewhat grapefruit taste on the back of my tongue almost in my throat . all in all i just ca n t be impressed with this beer s taste . m smooth and creamy without too much carbonation at all . it feels kinda heavy on the tongue but not much more than i would expect . d very i suppose . but not really my style . the flavor does n t wow me enough for how far it is out of what i normally drink . but is does n t taste like the abv is it .,aroma,1.0,1
a poured a very dark brown black definitely not the darkest stout ever . looks damned syrupy in the glass almost no head however what little head there is appears to be a dark brown . lacing is totally absent . this stuff looks scarey . s smells nice actually . i get big whiff of balsamic vinegar right off the bat probably just the sweet smells mixed with that high alcohol content . but behind that freight train of scent i smell dark fruits like raisins plum figs and prunes . also noted a bit of a woody brandy like presence . smells nice but still a little intimidating . t woah . what in god s name is this . . it s sickly sweet like too much aspertame in a perfectly good cup of coffee . i ca n t taste anything but balsamic vinegar and alcohol . this is an assault on my taste buds and my gag reflex . m bitter aspertame overdose that s all i get . bitter sickly sweet and pretty horrifying to me . thick syrupy and almost oily . i am literally gagging and sipping lightly only seems to prolong the torture . d i could see this being drinkable in a year . better yet years . i could even see myself sipping on a tiny glass of this as it is . but this stuff either needs some aging or a price adjustment because if it does n t get better after a few years then that means all it has going for it is alcohol content . my reflexes are having a hard time accepting that this is in fact a beverage . notes no disrespect to dfh i love their other brews and i m sure someone out there likes this stuff . however i ll be shelving my other bottle for a few years before i even think about it again . at least i can say i tried it .,aroma,0.7,1
this beer pours a deep garnet orange with a stiff white head . this beer smell awesome . . . cinimmon apple spice wheat bread oak vanilla tobacco . mmm good . as i drink it the problem is what flavors match up with these aromas . the beer has a great london english fruity estery taste with christmas ale type flavors of nutmeg and cinimmon . i bet this would be a great mulled beer . i wish i had more than one of these to review beacuse its a really complex ale that i would like to clone . a very drinkable ale with a great nutty spicey fruity finish . thanks to mccaaina for this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
the pour was golden yellow with absolutely no head and nothing left on the glass . there seemed to be a total lack of smell save a slight hint of fruit . the taste i m sorry i have to rank behind budweiser . there was to me a total lack of taste . it bordered on carbonated water . but on the same lines it was refreshing and had good mouthfeel . i wo n t be stocking this one for lawnmowing season or any other season for that matter .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a very very very bad beer . on opening the can you get a whiff of fermentation by products . the colour is an attractive deep amber and it s sparklingly clear . the aroma is mostly of diacetyl with a little caramel and possibly a slightly roastiness . dry finish . it is actually reasonably bitter but has no hop aroma or flavour . possibly this is why people think it a sweet beer . avoid like the plague .,aroma,0.2,0
oz bottle poured into a tulip glass no freshness date . a pours a slightly hazy pale copper with a one inch foamy slightly yellowish white head that initially leaves some sticky looking lacing but after a few minutes the head completely disappears and all lacing disappears though with some agitation a creamy quarter inch head can be brought back to life for a little while at least for a moment . s strong piny medicinal hop kick very strong and spicy floral aromas with a bit of grapefruit rind mixed in there is also a lightly detectable sweet and grainy maltiness hiding in the wings here as well very fresh smelling . t mf this is were i was a bit disappointed after such a nice nose . pretty damn astringent and medicinal hop kick in the teeth and localized on the tongue . pine is there but that medicinal taste is really kicking my ass here . it sort of covers up anything else that might be hiding here . the carbonation and hop bitterness are working well together but the taste they spread so effectively across my palate leaves something to be desiered . d very nice and fresh and strong hop aroma but that is where the goodness ends for me . the hops are a bit out of balance and undermines everything else that might have been in this beer . still there are worse ipas out there than this one .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle acquired in trade with jetsbeer . thanks for the opportunity . gold foiled cap . poured in a rapscallion glass poured a totally still almost opaque root beer brown brew . aroma is boozy scotch with oaky notes . almost scared to take a sip maybe i m not worthy but here goes . taste is of leathery malts upfront but quickly shouted down by tart dark fruitiness and closes with a return to the leather albeit with some warming from the alcohol . mouthfeel is way thin and i just could n t see trying this one again . it s like the smokey malt flavors that i love in a scotch ale were taken out and replaced by these other flavors that do n t really belong . not sure this is the barrel effect or what but not impressed .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into a tall pilsner glass and boom the head almost literally exploded out of the glass . it was n t like a did a vigorous pour or anything there simply was this explosion of carbonation and massive head . i barely got a few ounces of beer in the glass before i had to stop pouring . i did like the appearance of this hazy light colored beer . the smell was unlike any other pilsner i ve ever had before . it has a musky almost soapy smell . it has none of the characteristic smells normally found in a beer of this style not good . the taste is equally disappointing . i guess there is quite a bit of malted barley but it s not sweet or pleasant like a heavily malted beer can taste . it s bitter without any floral hop tastes or aromas . the mouthfeel is brisk and decent . i got this as part of a beer mix pack for costplus world markets . maybe this particular batch of the beer is flawed maybe the beer is just flawed . i do n t want to waste my time finding out . there are much much better domestic pilsner style beers to enjoy lagunitas trumer pils .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance pours into a pilsner glass and shoots to about or fingers of head right away . as it recedes what forms up is perhaps the palest beer i ve ever seen . if it were n t for some light haze it might not have any color at all . that s not true but it really is nearly transparent . the head pulls back and holds at less than a finger leaving a thick but ragged cover . . aroma very light yeast poking through a lemony grain . some nice depth to the yeast despite its restrained intensity perhaps even a light funkiness . . taste mild tart citric up front and an unmistakeable funky element . it s not overbearing but it takes me in a different direction . the swallow is prickly with carbonation dry and a bit lemony . some positive elements but i do n t really like it much . . mouthfeel very zippy clean and refreshing . . drinkability no i ca n t see myself having this one again maybe i d try it again on tap . .,aroma,0.8,1
shiner is one of those beers that common people love to love . they believe it s higher class than a typical bud coors etc but really it s not so great . the appearance is about all it has going for it . it s a deep clear saturated brown . the smell is lacking . have you ever smelled stale water . the taste is bearable but seems burnt . there s almost a slight caramel hint which would be okay . i did n t taste it when i sipped and looked for it again . the mouthfeel also leaves something to be desired . it s far too light and water like . it also has a cheap fizzle that comes out of nowhere and clashes with the thickness . overall it s yate .,aroma,0.4,0
poured like the bottle says with the last one third or so swirled in the bottle before being poured into the glass . appearance uninspiring and dull cloudy orange it s an unfiltered beer with a head that starts out relatively large but soon diminishes completely . smell a wonderful yeast or dough or wheat smell dominates with orange or another citrus fruit tagging along . absolute heaven for the nose . taste light and crisp but not without complexity . irresistibly smooth finish tastes much the way it smells although the wheat is less noticeable . it goes down almost too easy and yet there is more than enough to keep the palate interested . overall an excellent lighter style beer perfect for people just getting into beers but fine for the beer geek as well . i am prejudiced against wheat beers in fact i ca n t remember any other wheats that i like nearly as much as this one . but love it i do . well worth trying .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks h a . . smell needs major improvement . heads abit low for my liking . golden copper in colour . hides the abv quite well . lacing is very nice . smooth and drinkable but lacks that special something to make it stand out . jiminy jilikers,aroma,0.4,0
looks like a triple tastes like a triple smells like a tri . . oh wait . after the pour reveals a nice hazy orange ish colored beer with a medium high amount of head the first thing to do is put it to the nose and it certainly does smell like a triple . but man . aroma of spruce and tiger lillies . supremely floral . this is not the aroma of your average triple . this beer could be marketed as liquid potpourri and i d be proud to buy a lame plug in air freshener that smelled like this . certainly all the qualities are there . tastes great too strong orange flavor mixed with a kind of candi sweet malt flavor . a tasty beer to be sure .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer looks like motor oil . were it not for the slightest swirls of head i d funnel this into my car engine . the specks of head presence actually last spinning slowly around as the liquid sits . still a foamier top would provide a more impressive production . the smell is purty raw dog bourbon . i mean it is sweet sweet alcohol . not sweet like sugared candy but sweet like yeast infested alcoholic sugar laden slop . it s like a fraternity house on a football saturday . it s strong sweet and unrefined . the liquid s more quaffable than its sight or smell might attest . as the snifter reaches my lips i brace as if i m shooting a shotgun . initially the sip is sugary soothing like a pixie stick . even in this the alcohol is still hot as i focus on taste and close my mouth to feel it ethanol singes my cheeks and escapes thru my nose . it s an obnoxious beer but by god if it s a bourbon stout you want it s a bourbon stout you get . instead of having bourbon influence this beer is like an android beer bourbon . it tastes like an average stout with a bourbon shot poured in it . it s a kentucky car bomb . the initial feel of every sip is a comforting layer of sweetness . as the sugar breaks down however you re left with a brow furrowing bourbony blaze . even if served cold this beer is hot . though extreme on these continuums it s actually well balanced . the sequence though from milk stout to liquor shot might be better reversed . drinkability is less than average . how many beers actually taste like liquor . it s a novelty brew and a good one . i d like to keep one on hand to occasionally show the buddies . i know its aim is not everyday sessions but it s not a real pleasant drinkin brew . it hits harder than in fact it ai n t far off from the of its liquor counterpart . if you re just lookin for a punch perhaps you should consider the liquor approach .,aroma,0.8,1
it says on the bottle . the pop out of the cork was like a hot dog being thrown down a hallway . no pop no head poured like water but a very dark black with some brown highlights . lacing around the edge of the glass like its got legs . got some bourbon some heat smell some roasty toasty dark choc o latte . first taste of mixed bourbon and hot chocolate then a lingering bourbon aftertaste . that stinging feeling is not carbonation but alcohol . good beer on tap i can only imagine for bucks buy something else . close but no lumps .,aroma,0.8,1
anyone who s brewed with a kolsch yeast has undoubtedly noted the terrible smell given off during primary fermentation . only with aging at near lagering temps and perhaps a finning agent or two can you get rid of that and let the more delicate notes shine . my impression of karnival kolsch was that it was rushed through production and filtered for clarity .,aroma,0.3,0
this beer is available at the th street grill in downtown minneapolis . they are trying to be a beer destination with over beers on tap but that s a topic for another review . although this site lists this as a winter warmer the bar lists it as a belgian dubbel . although this tastes more like a belgian than a winter warmer it s claim to either style is weak just like the beer . served on tap this pours a pleasing clear amber color . there is no smell to speak of . the taste has slight fruity overtones with apple and pear predominating but it tastes as if it was watered down . this is the classic macro attempt at a craft brew style . do n t make the taste too strong so as not to offend the point lager crowd . well i m not buying it literally . the mouthfeel is weak and the drinkability is poor . whatever style this is supposed to be it just does n t get it done .,aroma,0.4,0
presentation . oz . corked and caged bottle poured into a tulip glass . bottle is labeled lotnr . a . presentation pours a completely flat light pink . reminds me of falt cherry up . not really appealing at all . aroma i get some light raspberries and sour lemon . a touch of oak but not a whole lot else . some nice complexity here . taste some nice raspberries and acetic notes here . not overly sour at all but a pretty nice balance of raspberry and sourness . not getting any oak here . i think the lack of carbonation really does n t let this beer pop for me . mouthfeel completely flat not even a hint of carbonation . by far the worst part of this beer . drinkability i find this really easy to sip on and alsmost drink to easy with no carbonation and these light balanced flavors . i took away points here for the price . overall a really big disappointment for me . the carbonation really is the death knell . not a bad beer otherwise but something i ll avoid at this pricetag .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer is not retired i just bought it . nice dark body tan colored head with medium sized bubbles showing good carbonation . a bit soapy looking later on . nice roasted malt initial flavor and aroma but then it tastes a burnt on the back end . yes burnt they did n t just roast they turned the malts almost into charcoal . i ca n t say i really like this burnt aftertaste . it is too bad because it could otherwise potentially be a very nice beer . the burnt flavor overpowers the hops so i ca n t say anything about them .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer is dark . nothing new here . the smell is great . as a chocolate lover i really like this . smells like straight up melted chocolate . and now i know why people say it tastes like chocolate syrup because it kinda does . but i like it . if you re going to do a chocolate stout do a chocolate stout . southern tier did . i forgot this was a beer for minute . do i want to finish this entire bomber myself . no . but this is really good if you like chocolate . probably calories in this bottle . but who s drinking beer and watching calories . i ve been wanting to try this for a while and i m glad i did . next time i will pair it with some raspberries or strawberries or make a damn milkshake out of it . i bet this would make a great stout cake . like chocolate . try this .,aroma,1.0,1
bells special double cream stout a vigorous pour leaves a good sized head with very nice staying power . the head is tan and very creamy . the beer is absolutely black and not a trace can penetrate the brew . the aroma is very mild in fact a deep sniff reveals little but a trace of chocolate milk . whats immediately notable is the fact that this is a smooth a beer as ive had in my life im guessing the cream refers to the mouth feel of the beer its more like a milkshake than a beer . the taste is very nice needless to say very malty but very well balanced and it bears repeating exceptionally smooth . the flavors here run the gamut of malts chocolate espresso rye bread and a bit of toast with a pleasant taste of buttered rum . the hop flavor is subdued but rises to the task to help clear the palate toward the end . this is really terrific .,aroma,0.7,1
this is not a beer for me . disappointed as i am an avid stone fan and this being my first opportunity with the levitation ale . while the prose was sweet as ever the brew itself was exceedingly oppressive strongly hopped i would hands down prefer ruination to levitation when it comes to high hops from stone . a pleasingly aesthetic amber red in a glass this one just did n t have it in flavor to warrant another buy from me anytime soon .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a cloudy yellow orange with a medium white head and no lacing . huge fruity nose with lots of pineapple . tasted pretty flat which makes me think i may have gotten a bad bottle . had more of a wheat beer feel to it than and definitely not an american pale ale . pretty sour which also makes me think it may have been a bad bottle . hugely disappointing considering how much i had heard about hair of the dog .,aroma,0.8,1
dark amber and very clear . head does n t really leave lacing . smells like oak vanilla rum chocolate caramel and other malt notes . a lot of wood up front very sweet malt beneath and a strong rum and vanilla character in the finish . leaves lingering rum vanilla flavors on the palate . a bit watery . sweet but never quite too sweet . i like the barrel flavors here interesting to see a rum barrel beer . mouthfeel is light medium and less than expected . this one is a unique beer and rather tasty if a bit sweet and one dimensional . i wish there was more malt complexity in the flavor . but it s got to be one of the better beers you ll find in a clear bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at victory on . a highly carbonated light copper body with one finger bubbly off white head that quickly diminished and left spotty lacing . s this brew primarily has a fruity nose with hints of apple and grape along with a bit of spice mild hops and sweet caramel malt . aroma is a little muted due to the cold serving temperaure . t fruity sweet spicy hoppy . lots going on with the flavor profile and all working quite well together . the caramel malt pulls everything together with an ever present sweet base . hops emerge in the finish with a grassy and spicy character . m medium body with moderate carbonation and a slightly syrupy texture . dry finish with a crisp fruity sweetness and a bit of hop bitterness . d i was surprised to see a steam beer on the menu at victory . their take on the california common is solid with lots of flavors gelling together and producing a very tasty brew that is highly drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
pint . oz brown bottle . glass is stamped . l it pours out all fizzy a deep chestnut brown color . but very little head . big sweet malty aroma . caramel candied walnuts raisins . as expected the taste is all malts no trace of hops . sweet brown sugar taste . by the bottom of the glass its a bit cloying . oddly even though tiny bubbles stream to the surface it does n t taste that way on the tongue instead more flat . thick coats the mouth . while there is no indication of the abv it is too sweet to have good drinkability .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle . big thanks to casey for this . dark brown body with not much carbonation . the nose is outstanding so much is going on super strong notes of maple and roasted coffee they play perfectly off each other . the taste is more refined than the nose simply outstanding melding of maple and coffee a bit of molasses the maple is so sweet but the roasted bitterness of the coffee balances . i could drink about a half bottle of this but would get too sweet after awhile . worth trying,aroma,1.0,1
my st growler very generously sent by miketd . thanks man . this beer smelled like heaven upon opening the growler . big bold aromatic amarillo hops billowing out . pour is gold with no head as it seems to have lost carbonation in transit unfortunately . almost reminded me of a fresh hopped beer with a nicely spicy tasting hop presence that was big in flavor but not overly bittered . very drinkable and i can see this being fantastic properly carbonated . great ipa .,aroma,0.9,1
this should be given to anyone who thinks that all stouts taste like guinness . black in color with a thin tan head . i found little to know aroma at all . this is it s only downfall . the taste though is fantastic . it s a very robust molasses like taste that lingers on my tongue for quite some time . the mouthfeel is very thick and it goes down smooth . certaintly one of the best examples of the style .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle jul screened on the neck . pale straw gold bright and clear . a finger of white foam audibly fizzles down to a skim leaving some spotty lace in the mug . there s a feeble skim across the surface that lasts for a little bit . metallic wet grain corn sweetness sulfurous malaise . bland and hollow sweet corn flavor with club soda carbonation . dry aftertaste thankfully not overly sweet as some malt liquors can be . papery dry wet grain husks and manila folders . not overly carbonated somewhat fizzy designed for chugging basically . some light astringency is there but it finishes clean which is somehow impressive in some small way . a safe budget buy i ve encountered much worse in this realm . . as i rewind my thoughts and reminisce sippin oe quarts . shadez of brooklyn change,aroma,0.3,0
enjoyed at tonight s nova tasting . bottle a pours like an under carbonated old ale absolutely no head . nothing no pop of the bottle no head at all . s the smell is nice . whiskey booze malts molasses really deep and balanced . t wow this is not great . tastes like a watered down whiskey . a malt character but the barleywine base is gone . disappointing . mf flat stale boozy bad . o huge disappointment . wish i could have had this a bit younger hope my ba yeti does n t do this .,aroma,0.8,1
what . captain morgan s and porter in a cask hand pump . got ta try it . pours a glossy black brown . no head well maybe a bit . smells . holy cow . alcohol . rubbing alcohol and dark chocolate . nasty . my god this is gon na burn . surprise . no burn at all . alcohol is gone . wtf . very smooth . hints of chocolate and slight rum . wtf . this is a weird beer . feels like water . very smooth again . i m confused . not sure how to suggest this brew . try it if you can but it only stands out for its awkwardness .,aroma,0.2,0
poured into a duvel tulip a when first opening it let out a loud carbonation release however no foam came out of the bottle . when pouring it had way over fingers of head . it foamed up real fast . once i got past all the head on this i noticed the beer was a semi dark golden yellow with some haze to it . s aromas of piney hops almost like an ipa . malts show up towards the end of a big sniff of the beer . t very light taste some citrus and again some of that nice hop in the aftertaste with a heavy dose of malt . m very carbonated but does n t bite the back of your throat . the hop linger more then the malt . o this is a perfect summer beer in my opinion very refreshing and light not overpowering at all . i think this would be a nice beer to go along with a pizza .,aroma,0.8,1
a clear golden yellow . pours a nice white head with ok retention and lace . s soft honey . grassy tarragon bitterness . light bready note . overall the nose is pleasant but restrained . t unusual profile . opens with a bright citrus hop character laced of grapefruit pith and then drives into dry earthy notes of grass and dusty pine . m medium light body with a lingering dusty woody bitterness .,aroma,0.8,1
it s been a while since i ve reviewed and i wanted to get the ball rolling with the right equipment . the ten dollar oz bottle at the beerstore was an obvious choice . probably the most expensive beer i have ever bought at retail by volume . but hey still cheaper than moderately priced wine . used a tulip glass for this special occasion beer . pours a dark ruby mulch color . exceptional head retention leaves a paper thin sheet of head on the side of the glass . smell is very focused and potent sweet toasty and chocolaty . the smell is strong enough smell to sample without bringing to my nose . definitely a sipping beer . obviously alcohol taste is dominant as is the malt profile . tingly and warming this beer is not unlike brandy . though a very occasional smoker this is probably the number one beer i would pick to pair with a cigar . i could n t drink this everyday as it would kick my ass but a definite must sample for any beer lover .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle into a large tulip pours a medium amber with a thin head that recedes to a cap . aroma is of . dog food . seriously that is the first smell i get . the smell is mealy and grainy with a sweet backing that reminds me of dry alpo . not in a bad way that is just the way the grain smells . not much for hops . flavor is deep roasted grain that is sweet like well sugar . turbinado and dark brown sugar flavors permeate with a slightly burnt character . the caramel and molasses flavor is powerful but the bitterness of the roast balances . i use muscovado sugar a lot in my cooking and this beer reminds me of that . hops come in for an appearance on the finish . the hops are bittering to the tongue and almost numbing . alcohol is very well hidden here if i did n t know abv was this high i would never guess . the yeast gives a slightly fruity almost raisiney flavor that sticks to the tongue . feels very nice on the tongue smooth and lush with a good level of carbonation . very easy to drink with this abv .,aroma,0.6,1
after some glasses of pinot noir at a wedding reception i opted for a moosehead lager but something about its combo of sweetness skunkiness did n t fit the bill at that moment with the dance floor heating up . in fact though it was about degrees f outside the heated cottage where the reception was held was quite steamy so it was the closest i ve come to that hot summer day in some time . because i was dancing at the time i sampled this beer from the bottle rather than pouring it into a fluted champagne glass though they were available . i did receive a lime wedge and when i had a hand free i like to suck on the lime before sipping the beer . there is nothing noteworthy about the appearance or smell of this cerveza . as often described it has a straw urine color and i m not sure there would be any head or much lacing to speak of had i poured it . tastewise though corona is different than your basic mass market lager . it is smooth with some skunkiness but in a way that is pleasant when enjoying the beer as refreshment . the taste is not one that lingers on the tongue or palate mouthfeel correspondingly suffers . the addition of the lime wedge over time provides the illusion of a citrus aspect to the beer that i enjoy because i m drinking the beer as it is intended the same way one might savor bleu cheese with a glass of port . a previous reviewer commented on the sexiness of the beer and i think this is a strong suit though not a typical rating factor here on ba . with the heat of the dance floor the fizziness of the setzery beer and the tartness of the lime this bottle was enjoyable and i would rate the drinkability above a five if possible . goes down easy begs for more clearly and cleanly refreshing .,aroma,0.3,0
i do n t know what to think of this beer . it s not a blonde for sure . an amber . nah . no idea . the pour is golden more orange than yellow and a nice head for a short while . no lacing i m hesitant to score it a . could be lower . no aroma . no score b c it is n t awful but there s nothing really . perhaps some very very weak orange peel . pale malt . taste is flat but not horrible . it s easy drinking b c it lacks flavor and complexity . what is this thing . it s like water a bit thicker . nothing else . weird .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a deep black with a dark tan head . very little in the way of a head and this beer is quite viscous judging by the pour . daddy likes . s a touch of alcohol a touch of chocolate some roast malts a little sweetness with a hint of vanilla . things are looking good very good t a little bland at the front but it builds slowly with some nice coffee and chocolate flavors . plenty of roast malt flavor to go around with a lingering slightly aftertaste . it takes awhile for this beer to gain flavor but when it does it s great . m a touch watery with light carbonation and although a touch watery at the front it finishes slightly chewy . d this is a sipper and due to being a stout it is n t exactly sessionable but finishing off this bottle wo n t be a problem o a solid offering from the folks at bell s . if it had a bit more flavor at the front end it would be a home run .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance fluffy off white head . tiny fine bubbles good lacing . color is outrageously pretty deep amber hue . this beer gives you a great looking glass . smell . and a great smell . incredible smell might be the best smelling ipa i ve had so far . really nice batch . smells like a field of flowers and with its distinct flowery smell that might remind some of opening a pot of honey . taste really shines here too . tastes like honey and has great citrusy pine character from the hops . reminded me a bit of spruce beer without the sugar a little . both flavors take on their own distinct part in the overall taste of the beer . at first you get a blast from the flowery sweet hint of the hops and then it booms back with nice long lasting bitterness . mouthfeel nothing spectacular here . all the right notes are there but it lacks the umph this beer has in all other categories . long lasting taste pretty good coating . overall great year for this beers first year . they were exceptionally lucky this year it seems . the taste and smell really shine .,aroma,1.0,1
bomber i received in trade a few months ago thx tprokop . and have cellared since . poured into an impy pint cadillac mtn . stout is a dark blackish brown with a very foamy nitro like body that quickly settled to a massive creamy tan head that s tight and rocky settling and leaves nice and heavy sheets of foamy lace . how they pulled that off without a widget i ll never know but sure am impressed . . . smell is spicy herbal hops and chocolate malt very light clean alcohol vapors . not bad but underwhelming compared to the rest of this awesome beer which was served at f . taste is a fantastically tasty balance of roasted and chocolate malts english . hops with just a hint of heat on the finish . a touch acrid a touch sweet a touch bitter a touch herbal and all around awesome . i really ca n t think of anything else i could ask for from an american stout wow . mouthfeel is oily and crisply carbonated with a dry finish but really rather smooth overall medium light bodied . drinkability is the tits . wow super impressed yummy . . . . this went down like apple pie and if i had more bombers i d probably drink them the rest of the night . while we got some great locals this one is right up there with the best in class no doubt .,aroma,0.7,1
drank from an . fl . oz . bottle vintage no . poured a cloudy crimson amber with absolutely no head . smell was intense and unpleasant . soy sauce was most apparent followed by burnt sugar and a woody oaky aroma . taste was rich and somewhat brandy like . prunes raisins and dried fruits along with some caramel sweetness were noticeable . the beer had a big alcohol punch which was nicely offset by the hearty flavors and aromas . the mouthfeel was syrupy and rich with only a minuscule amount of carbonation . at . abv this beer was definitely more drinkable than expected . nevertheless this is definitely a sipping beer perfect for savoring on a cold winter night .,aroma,0.4,0
pours clear amber orange in color . copious amount of head over . not a lot of smell coming off of this one . it smells sweet with pine and citrus coming through . quite sweet at first then piney bitterness comes through . the taste does n t go away . it stays on the palate for a very long time . great balance . light carbonation not syrupy like some sweeter dipa s tend to be . the mouthfeel is much thiner than i would expect from the taste . the warming of the alcohol is present . i really enjoy this beer . it has a great hop sweetness balance . i do n t mind the alcohol feel so much the sweetness is not overdone to cover it up .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to jesse for this beer got it in a trade with him great box jesse . pours a reddish orange with a jewel like clarity and translucence . head is one and a half fingers dissipates quickly and leaves not much lace . good looking body pathetic looking top . has a weak toasted aroma with a tinge of metallic character . trying to get some more scents but the smell really is quite weak . taste is better as toasted biscuits come out . flavored a bit like a snickerdoodle or sugar cookie with some bubblegum character as well . slight sweetness throughout makes this a very pleasant drink . there is some spice here and there cinnamon being the one that strikes me . graham cracker also makes an appearance . mouthfeel is crisp and clean and neither sticky nor dry . a bit watery but it works for the style and beer in this case . drinkability is where this beer makes a name for itself as the sweetness is perfectly leveled to keep the beer going down easy swig after swig . flavors go well together and the beer just works . was shocked to see this one is . abv as it goes down ridiculously easy.this is a case of a beer being more than the sum of its parts .,aroma,0.4,0
appearence pours a light cabronation filled copper with a thin decently lasting but zero lacing white head . smell the smell is a wonderful mix of rich malts and strong powerfully complex hops that are almost perfectly balanced . perhaps this flying dog may stand the test . taste and mouthfeel the taste is not as good as expected but still not bad . the hops are strong flavorful and have hints of citrus and almost an earthy feel to them . the malts are almost non existent and the aftertaste is that typical yeasty taste that flying dog tends to have problems with or they want it that way . the mouthfeel is thin . drinkability and overall this beer is just a tiny bit above the average ipa but definitly nothing too seek out . while it s gorgeous boquet promises greatness the rest is lacking anything special . would i have another . yes . would i enjoy it . doubt it .,aroma,0.9,1
a poured from a oz bottle into a snifter . dark brown almost black . nice tan head and lacing . s its a camp fire and smores in a bottle . smells amazing . t not too much smoke bet definitely present . a little bit of cocoa . nice bitter finish . m low carbonation and a medium body . its creamy with a slight chewiness . soft and great . d i have n t had many smoked beers but this one is definitely at the top of the list . the taste does n t quite match the deliciousness of the smell but it still tastes great . perfect on a cold cold night watching a movie and a fire blazing .,aroma,1.0,1
double ipa brewed with lemon and orange zest . . for a pack . thin layer of yeast in the bottom of the bottle . pours out to a cloudy burnt orange forming a decent sized poofy light yellow head with good retention and nice sheets of lace . the carbonation is mild to moderate . the aroma is of grapefruit and mango from the hops with more mango when swirled . not picking up any lemon or orange . the mouthfeel is rich without being syrupy with a medium dense body . the taste opens up all too briefly with the mango then is replaced by a huge grapefruit pith bitterness . way too bitter for my taste as it burns all the way through the finish and you are left with an extremely bitter aftertaste . very high alpha s here . youch . any subtleties of malt and hops are lost in this brew . of a bottle is enough for me . i wo n t be buying this again . i do n t think i could even give this one away . one of the worst if not the worst double ipa i ve ever had . i love ya joe but i ca n t drink this one . sorry .,aroma,0.8,1
pours more translucent than most stouts light passes through at the bottom and sides of the glass . head immediately fizzes down to nothing . aroma is a decadent mocha and milk chocolate but the taste does n t quite live up to it . rich chocolate and coffee tones lead the way with an almost hershey s sweetness . drys slightly in the finish with roasted malt making an appearance . this would be worthy of a if not for the metallic almost canned background flavor .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance dark brown with no light coming through and a creamy tan head made up of unevenly sized bubbles . smell oddly this beer has no aroma nothing . it s rather scary but i had my nose way down into this beer and i could n t smell anything . taste roasty opening with a lingering coffee flavor . the beer is watery and thins as the flavor progresses . some astringency and a bit of fake cherry flavor like cough medicine cherry . mouthfeel soda like carbonation in the mouth . very lively . clean on the palate without any residual uncomfortable feel . slightly dry . drinkability it s not offensive but i think it lacks a lot of flavor and leaves a lot ot be desired .,aroma,0.4,0
pours an orangey golden colour . head is huge and frothy . sudsy lacing . boisterous bubbling . very vibrant and alive which is what you want in a saison . looks pretty interesting . nose is big and funky with huge citrus characters and a really nice almost smoky malt character on the back . something solid and very grounded connect with the light and airy saison characteristics . bit of pepper coming through as well . it has some really pleasant saison characters . perhaps not as well integrated as some of the best examples but the malt character grounds it nicely . taste is unfortunately quite thin and rather insipid . some spice on the front with a lingering acerbic bitterness and a touch of acidity throughout . but there s no depth to it no connection with the malt as in the nose indeed there s little body or malt on it whatsoever . just a woody acidity some funk and a green organic character on the back . and that bitterness which does n t really match with anything else . no it does n t work for me . oh no . the bruery has done it again for me . every time i m expecting something big exciting and robust and there s always an insipidness to their beers . it s happened every time so far and i m wondering how long i can continue to stick it out .,aroma,0.8,1
light gold color with no head . does n t look too special . aroma is ok has that european smell . light carbonation . upon tasting you realize that this is not your typical european lager . starts somewhat sweet then some heat from the alcohol kicks in . from there i get a long lasting flavor that eventually fades to a moderate bitterness on the back of my tongue . very smooth . yum . well done stong pale doppelbock . i usually prefer dunkel bocks but this beer is quite good .,aroma,0.4,0
this bock pours dark brown with some reddish hues . a big fluffy head reduces at a fair rate to a crown which leaves nice lacing . a hoppy nose greets me . some pine there too . initially the flavor is smooth sweet malt . before the sweetness becomes too much some piney hoppyness comes forth to balance things out . crisp from the high carbanation . an slightly oily and astringent finsh invites the next mouthful . a nice bock . the alcohol is hidden well so watch out . nicely balanced . my first sixer of optimator was a good experience . i ll be buying this again .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle of . poured into a tulip . this pours jet black with a thin layer of dark mocha head . it settles quickly leaving some thick lace . the aroma is jam packed full of rich bourbon right up front . hints of chocolate and licorice in the background with dark fruits . the pallet has a nice chocolate flavor to it with some vanilla notes . a little bit of a dark cherry flavor rounding it out with good roasted malts throughout the drink . the body is a little lighter than i would prefer and the carbonation could be toned down a bit . but it does n t ruin the end result . overall a nice treat here . i look forward to new beers from these guys .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer . is americas largest selling ale which has become sort of a joke amongst my circle of friends . something about the vagueness of largest does n t say much . best selling . largest selling container . largest volume produced . probably more of the latter but still . this is my go to beer when i m reaching for an ice cold . they re cheap at the local bodega about . for a or a dollar or two for the smaller cans and pleasantly skunky enough to please your average ale lover s palate especially if you re just looking for something tasty cold cheap and readily available on a hot summer day . i ve drunk this beer hundreds of times starting back when i was always broke but now that i can afford better beer i still get it from time to time . note its better in cans for some reason . i know people say this sort of hting about lots of beers but this one is very noticeably different in cans . more bitter more fresh as close to ale as this beer gets . try both see which you like .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks bendurgin for sharing . poured into a tulip . during the pour this fizzes like cola the head disappears immediately . the first whiff is all peanut butter . there is some malt sweetness detected the more time my nose spends in here but this is mostly peanut butter . the taste is a muddled delivery of sweet malt and peanut . this is for the most part alright but the aftertaste is where the real horror begins . there is a vegetal flavor throughout and there is n t much bitterness to offset the sweetness . this is kind of light for a stout with sharp instead of smooth carbonation . not good .,aroma,0.7,1
i ve recently developed a taste for hoppy beers . this beer proves to me that it is not that i did not like hoppy beers in the past i just did n t very bitter beers . a nice brown ale with decent light tan head . s smells of sweet floral hops . very nice . t sugar sweet touch of brown sugar along with some malt sweetness . light alchole flavors present as wel . very bitter . not so much hop flavor just a lot of bitterness . very minimal belgian fruitiness . m full body with light creaminess which in my opinion was cancelled out by the bitterness . d once finished i was ready to move on to something new . this beer did n t do it for me . it kind of reminded me of the santa s private reserve but not as flavorful . too bitter .,aroma,0.9,1
pour . oz bottle to wide mouth glass . cloudy dull brown body w absolutely no head . bottle opened w a hiss but nothing like that in view in the glass . nose mulled apple cider . sweet and fruity . malty caramel honey . mouth somewhat fizzy minty malty cider y . a touch of roasty brown malts . warm alcohol heat . enjoyable but perhaps a bit past its prime .,aroma,0.8,1
a big pale ale for a lover of big beers . if you like west coast ipas you ll like this one . very hoppy yet with a well balanced flavor . from a can poured into pint glass . appearance a nice amber orange . not much of a head but somehow carbonation lingers in aftertaste . smell a pleasant combination of alcohol and hops with a little malt . somehow it punches you in the nose every time you come back to smell again . you do n t adapt to it . that s what i like most about it . taste delicious representation of the smell . strong hops up front especially for a pale ale then dry malt . i get some lemon lingering afterwards . want one more note some sweetness . but great . mouthfeel the malt lemon sits on the tongue nicely . carbonation stays too . something about the aftertaste feels like bubbles on your tongue . i find it very drinkable and pleasant with the taste complexity of a sipping beer and a lack of heaviness so that you could have more than one . excellent deliciousness .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a sam smiths pints glass from a oz . bottle . appearance a see through copper color with a small head of about half a finger . smell nothing great . some tart hops and little else . smells more malty than anything else taste and mouthfeel pretty bland . nothing at all to jump out and grab your tongue . mouthfeel is smooth with the malt and theres a hoppy bite fluttering around in there somewhere . sweet caramel and some orange in the taste . hoppy crispness in the end fades fast leaving the mouth dry . drinkability more a pale ale than an ipa . a great brewery but a sub par offering . nothing grabbed me about this beer at all .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle poured into a pint tulip hybrid . from last nights notes . dense and dark copper body with a very large tan head composed of loose soapy bubbles . the head takes a little time fading but eventually goes away almost completely . big on the aromatics . the carmel and sweet bread maltiness is backed up by big bitter and citrus hops . perceptible alcohol is offset by a great earthy wood character . perfect for the style . flavor brings on even more fruity apples mostly malt and alcohol sweetness but it s held in check by the equally healthy dose of hopping . hops seem more bitter and leafy and less citrus than the aroma . oak is even more present here . this one is slightly hot on the palate but not too much for the style . carbonation is very low near flat actually . i m not one of those who think every beer should have soda like effervescence especially on barley wines but i have to admit i m missing it here . just a slight carb would make a big difference . fairly drinkable for the abv . overall this is a great but not perfect barley wine . i ll have to do another review after i age this for awhile and see how it improves .,aroma,1.0,1
this one hit my abf tasting cup with a resounding splash of nearly opaque cola colour with edges of ruby . i was ratehr amused that on first sniff there was no real smell at all . on a second try i picked up on a hint of molasses . the flavour was a nice smoky undertone with a hint of tanginess . it was rounded out by spice and and molasses . body was a bit deceiving . at some points it felt a little syrupy and others a bit watery . a good one i enjoyed and would n t mind having again but it probably would not be one of my regular beers . be well uf,aroma,0.6,1
this is a really nice blended saison style from goose . it s got a nice effervescence and aromas of citrus and orange . the orange peel really comes through in the flavor my only complaint is it s still slightly young on the palate . it s a bit dry on the finish but i think it s got some great potential to shape up really nicely .,aroma,0.9,1
i found this single ooml brown bottle at sal s liquors in addison il for just . the freshness date on the back label is marked oct. o o o so this bottle is pretty fresh . the beer poured a crystal clear medium gold color and it made a nice finger fizzy white head . unfortunately the head disappeared rather quickly and did n t even leave a white ring on top . when i say disappeared i mean totallt disappeared . it also left zero lacing . there was no bad smell to this but there was no good smell to it either . there was simply no aroma of any kind . i swirled the glass around and stuck my nose down into the glass as far as it would go and still nothing . this beer is pretty much odorless . taste wise this is a pretty good lagerr . you can taste both the sweet malt and light grain flavors and there are just enough hops in here to keep it balanced and give it that beer flavor . light but not watery mouthfeel with a pretty high dose of carbonation to keep it crisp and refreshing . this is a very nice pale lager from poland . very easy to drink with only the slightest alcohol aftertaste . i do n t know what their regular price will be after the sale is over but for now this is a really good deal .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a clear gold with a quarter inch of head and little retention . smells grainy but little else of note . taste is grainy with a little hoppy bitterness and some sweetness finding their place in the finish . mouthfeel is smooth clean and crisp . for the style it s not bad . none of those metallic or overly adjuncty flavors one would associate with this style .,aroma,0.4,0
it s hard to make a stout i dont enjoy but i am not so sure about this one . the color is most excellent pure pitch black and it poured with a nice head but unfiortunately it did n t last and left very little lace on the glass . the generous chunk of yeast left on the bottom of the bottle was unusual for a store bought beer . no smell i ll say it again . it had virtually no smell giving me no preview of the first sip . it had a sharp taste on the tongue that seemed to decrease as it warmed up . the finish was long and smooth which saved its rating in this category . not what i expect of a stout . i d drink it again but i think it need sfood to bring out its better qualities . the oyster accompaniment recommendation on the bottle seems appropriate .,aroma,0.3,0
looks like a typical ipa but with a bit frothier head . nice . excellent nose showcasing the belgian yeast strains . definitely a hint of bananas and bubblegum and hops too . total letdown when i tasted it . almost none of the complexity of the nose is there . even the hops come out kind of boring with a mild bitterness that does n t satisfy . slightly malty . sorta tastes like just beer . good body and carbonation but drinkability suffers because it just does n t taste that great .,aroma,0.9,1
a pleasant golden colored fluid pours from the brown bottle . the head is fizzy and does n t last very long . a surprising aroma to me . .buttery and crisp with some hops too . i enjoy it much . the malt flavors in this beer are vaguely similar to an english ale in a way . .buttery and a crisp zingy mouthfeel . the aftertaste is weird to me though . it s a lingering and unpleasant bitterness that is n t my preferred bitter character flavor . damn it s disappointing to have this happen after enjoying the aroma and malts .,aroma,0.8,1
happy to get this through a couple trades thanks go out to the midwesterners . oz bottle poured into wine glass at thai byob restaurant . a cornlike crystally yellow with plenty of bubbles . bright white head with strong retention . good looking kolsch . n not much of anything . really need to seek out the malts not much heartiness . minimal fruitiness and spices climbing to mostly lemon as it warmed . t definitely shined more when it was crisp and cold than when it warmed . the malts more here than in the nose and the lemons were again the dominant flavor . still a lack of any of that backended german bite i was expecting and no sense of alcohol . m spritzy and thin . could use more body . d probably my least favorite gi so far and i had anticipated it for a while . not horrible but not something id trade for again . if you handed me one on a summer day or the beach id be happy to drink it but not anything out of the ordinary .,aroma,0.4,0
purchased a single of this while in florida . canned on the beer has a mild haze to it that cleared nicely gubna is a muddled straw color with warmer orange hues . tall white head that quickly receded to half the original size and then that cap of foam sat patiently for several minutes while i began typing this review . there are limited dabs of lace here and there . wow is this potent . big aroma here folks . at first large doses of resinous pine waft across the room . then i began to smell angel food cake . this beer smells quite sweet from a distance of several feet . upon closer inspection the nose is very malty . bready and sweet sort of how moist cornbread can be . though the hops continue to waft in and out the malt seems to overpower most of the time . i continue to get sweetness that i again am associating with baked goods only now i m detecting white cupcakes complete with icing . the taste leads with bitterness but quickly the malt takes over just as in the aroma . at times the flavor reminds me of minute ipa essentially a malt forward ipa with some sweetness to it . but this is n t nearly so refined nor half as enjoyable . the hop flavor is mute largely powdery bitterness though some earthy and grassy notes are there to be found . very dry and also very hot . there s a long lasting residual warmth deep in the throat . overall hmm this is mildly entertaining but soon enough i am bored and annoyed by aspects of it . as a dipa there are far too many superior examples out there . despite all of the perceived heft ibu s might have the beer is exercising little of the might so many hops ought to impart .,aroma,0.4,0
poured in st bernardus snifter a solid amber color two fingers of head that dissipated faster than i expected . left a small amount of lacing behind . s great smell fruity although i can not place exactly what fruit . t m this beer had really been built up to me prior to drinking . i must admit i was mildly disappointed . the brew had a slightly metallic aftertaste which i was not expecting . it was still very solid though great belgian strong ale example . slightly fruity taste hides alcohol level quite nicely . lingers on tongue after drinking . d highly drinkable i think letting it breath for few minutes let some the of aromatics out . at the local central market this beer usually sells out the same day a new shipment arrives and i can see why .,aroma,1.0,1
ugh . the beer is a flaxen gold with a thin meager ring of head edging the glass . the aroma is diacetyl butterscotch . the flavor is diacetyl butterscotch . tastes like a butterfinger candy bar with the same sweetness and perhaps a lackluster toasted malt presence . no hops . no complexity whatsoever . just sweetness . i can imagine that this would be a good beer for your macro buddies since it s so candy like . i thought it completely sucked .,aroma,0.2,0
pour oz bomber to tulip glass . hard pour produces big finger dark brown head over even darker brown body . body is opaque no light getting through even around the edges . descent is slow and rocky providing a solid cappuccino like foam . does n t leave a whole lot of webbing along the glass but a nice cap of lace remains . nose chocolate and caramel some fruit notes like plums brown sugar . quite sweet smelling marshmallow and milk chocolate . nice roasted malt character as well a bit of burnt toast a bit coffee . mmm . mouth roast character is much more pronounced in flavor than in smell with a chewy burnt toast feel to it all the way through . a touch of heat as it comes back up . the flavor falls a bit flat though as there does n t seem to be a lot more than the roastiness . a roast bitterness lingers very nice but where s the balance . mouthfeel is quite well carbonated but not as smooth as it could be .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle a hazy gold nice this off white head . reduces to clumps on top . sticky webbed lacing s booze . bourbon vanilla malt hiding under there somewhere . t booze . tastes like a watered down whiskey . very dry finish not much sweetness in general . hey i like alcohol but i like a little beer in my beer too . m booze . kidding . medium to light . kinda watery . could have been much thicker . d booze . not kidding . would tire easily . i like the style the imperial brown goose is one of my favorites . this one is just a little too dimensional for me .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a clear mahogany with an off white head . smell is not attractive noes of sweet malts and an almost locker room scent that is a bit startling . taste on the other hand is pretty good brown sugar and toffee maltiness with a woodsy bitterness . medium body is spot on the money . an interesting beer whose aromas are incongruous with its taste .,aroma,0.4,0
pours out a tawny color with a well retaining foamy head that leaves excellent belgian lace . the nose is full of dark fruits and gives off a syrupy sweet smell that pairs well with bruised banana and spicy clove . both the spice and sweetness come out with some alcohol head . the feel is smooth and full bodied . good example of the style overall yet nothing to write home about .,aroma,1.0,1
this is so thick and viscous that you can tell by just looking at it . the carbonation slowly struggles through to form a bit of off white lacing in this slightly hazy amber brew . the bouqet is powerful with bubble gum circus peanuts the candy bananas caramel toffee honey flowers and a hint of the big alcohol that awaits . taste is a thick prominent malt sweetness followed by a moderate bitterness and some alcohol burn on the end but it could be worse considering the abv . mouthfeel is super thick with a just a tinge of carbonation noticeable . drinkability suffers due to the huge abv . this went well with a salty deep blue cabrales from spain .,aroma,0.9,1
picked up a bomber at julio s liquors in westborough ma . a medium cranberry hue . off white head has slight red tint . good clarity . s i was expecting a big nose on this but it actually had a relatively unpronounced aroma . essentially a soft malt aroma with some distinct raspberry and grape highlights . these characteristics strengthen as beer warms . t tart and almost too sour raspberry flavor is prominent . sweet malt flavor is just enough to balance out the puckering raspberry . some oaky highlights also noticeable . mf tartness affects mouthfeel giving it a feeling of fullness but the beer is really not that heavy . slight alcohol warming . tartness makes you want more . d an intriguing if not particularly drinkable beer . raspberry flavor is laid on pretty thick . could be a little better balanced .,aroma,0.6,1
very deep copper light mahogany body topped by a thick creamy tan head . the head grudgingly fades but it clings to the glass like an obsessive lover . aroma has nice sweet notes but it s dominated by hop perfume . nice pine and floral notes abound . as for the flavor bitterness runs rampant . pine rosin grapefruit rind and herbal bitterness obscures most of the malt and alcohol sweetness . a bit of heat can be felt but that s about it . nice if you like hop juice but really one dimensional . mouthfeel is a bit thick as expected . drinkability is great for hop heads . not really a session beer or one that i d even come close to calling quaffable but enjoyable none the less . a solid offering for those who love hops but the uninitiated may run from this beer wailing .,aroma,0.9,1
soooo . fat tire . we meet again . first had this a few years ago on a business trip to seattle . i looked at my co worker said something wrong with your beer . yuck . we dumped them . tried it again a year ago . i managed to power through the bomber in about three hours but it no longer revolted me . so . monday night bowling our lanes break down the waitress offers us free beers . i order a mothership wit . and get a . fat tire . usually when i m in the c range on brews it s due to a lack of taste or lack of distinction with just nothing standing out . that s not the case here . fat tire tastes like its name . i m always reminded of bicycle rubber beer soaked bread when i put this in my mouth it s not a real pleasant combo for me . it s weird unique but not in a good way . i left half the free bomber in the alley . i can stomach fat tire but it s appeal remains a mystery to me .,aroma,0.7,1
poured a satisfying dark brown black . an immediate coarsely bubbled head made its appearance gave a bow and immediately retired . gone . maybe my glass was contaminated and killed the head . but sitting there in my glass the beer looked like a forlorn abandoned day old beer . no nose zip nothing. do i have a cold . maybe a hair of alcohol note but hard for me to tell . flavor was a robust strong ale with an up front hops flavor but i had hoped for more toasted malt at least maybe a hair of coffee or hickory or . the one dimensional flavor while it made for a generally enjoyable beer but not remarkable nor memorable . finish was fast descent into obscurity . mouthfeel was a lively chorus of effervessence . drinkability seemed to be generally better than many heavy alcohol laden beers i could drink several without becoming soused .,aroma,0.4,0
unimpressed by the aroma watery coffee is predominate but luckly the flavor is better . coffee and big chocolate malts are forefront only a little alcohol heat . nice mouthfeel from the oatmeal velvety and smooth with a medium thick body . not really worth the bottle price tag though at all there are a good amount of coffee stouts that are better that sell for much lower prices . kopi luwak is a huge fad too it s a joke in the coffee world but the mainstream world loves its hype . keep up the hype on this . keep it up .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bottle into a snifter . ah belgian ipas . we meet again . there s really nothing i ve had to make me a belgian ipa believer let s see if this hits the mark . appearance wise it s solidly average . an aggressive pour reveals a red tinged mildly hazy golden brew with a finger s worth of head that does n t retain well at all . the aroma is actually kind of nice with belgian sugars pairing with just a tinge of citrus hops . the sugars are really the star of the show here and come through very strongly on the nose . the taste is just ok . the ipa part really does n t come through here at all this just tastes a lot like a strong belgian blonde . the sweet belgian sugars and yeast really overpower here along with a hint of fusel alcohol that really is n t all that pleasant . if the hops are to be detected at all it s on the long end of the finish . the mouthfeel is very highly carbonated for the style and just a bit drying on the finish . the drinkability is alright for the abv but i just do n t find the overwhelming sweetness to make a very drinkable brew . overall there s nothing ipa like about this brew . this is just a strong belgian blonde through and through . and not a great one i d take two leffes any day over one of these .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a dark amber a nice burnt orange . small head is white . leaves little lace . great nose big malty sweet . smells like barley malt fresh out of the bag . quite a large sweetness on the tip . a rather abrasive malt profile i hate to use that word but it best describes it for me . it tastes good but the malts are slightly harsh . nice flavors all the way through but fails to deliver a big full mouthfeel as promised by the nose and malty attack on the tip . the finish cleans out fairly well . a beer with planty of flavor just shy of stepping up to the top tier of marzen beers .,aroma,0.9,1
a lighter in color than most porters . almost more of a dark amber than a porter . lots of carbonation got at least fingers of head space out of the bottle . s not much scent here nothing bad nothing good . t nothing as far as roasted malts or chocolate tastes . not bad for a lighter porter though . m again the mouth feel is light this could be a more of a session porter . d enjoyable lighter beer i can see having a couple of these in one sitting . i would drink this again if offered one but i will probably seek out more substantial porters in the future .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours a pale hazed straw . a watery bubbly white cap forms but is gone in moments . not enough foam to generate any lace . aroma grainy a fruity citrusy orange sweetness that is n t all that complex but is pleasant . taste yeasty flavor thin grain some decent fruitiness but there is a seltzery flavor throughout . the most prominent flavor is a hefe like grain and yeast combo . the aftertaste into the finish has some hop balance but it is partially masked by the salty seltzer flavor . mouthfeel crisp thin and light . more like a macro lager in the mouthfeel than a wit . drinkability it s okay in a pinch but better wits are easily found .,aroma,0.7,1
running out of beers to try and i have been avoiding this one but the time has come alas poured from a bottle into a shaker . pours a light straw with an active half finger head that diminishes and disappears almost immediately no stick . aroma is the green bottle skunked hops aroma that you get from some of these types of imports not necessarily bad but very strong and overpowers the grain bill completely . the light struck hop aroma pretty much covers the spectrum and reaches out and grabs you from feet away . flavor is not what i expected moderately crisp and bready . musty yeast notes come through on the biscuity flavor that hints at sweetness but not too much . hop flavor is a little off it gives one the sense that a small amount of hops were boiled into oblivion to extract every little micron of hop oil and then left to get light struck in a green bottle . the flavor is not a bad lager yeast grainey flavor . it s just not great . mouthfeel is thin and crisp about on par with most lagers .,aroma,0.4,0
pours beautifully from the nitro can dark with a large cascading foamy head . smell is weak thankfully the taste is not . thicker mouthfeel than the guinness nitro can which has a much more watery consistancy . at alcohol it goes down nice and easy .,aroma,0.6,1
first review in a couple of months . let s give it this one a go . so this is the session beer by stone ballast point and the guy who played frasier apparently . pours a pale color with a soft white head that sticks around for a while . the aroma is really great . big hop presence and a flavor profile that screams west coast . there was a big drop off in the taste . it seems as if there was one hop addition at the beginning of the boil and then nothing until it was dry hopped . it is not a harsh bitterness but it seems to be the only component of the taste . not really something i would seek out again as i really do n t care for the taste . also it s not a good value . for a single at a place that has the best prices in the area at all for a small beer .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a hazy copper orange color with a thin off white creamy head . mildly strong citrus hop aroma that smells a tough tart . the flavor has a smooth malty background with well balanced citrus and earthy hop bitterness . it has a medium body with moderate carbonation . the finish is semi sweet as the hop flavor dissipates and a subtle warming sensation grows and lingers for a while after the end .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle . the beer pours a clear dark red with a creamy light tan head and soapy lacing . the aroma is roasty malty and somewhat grassy . the flavor has a lot roast with notes of nuts and bitter sweet chocolate with a bitter almost astringent bite in the finish . the finish becomes less astringent as it warms but it still has a chalky and unpleasant mouth feel .,aroma,0.8,1
cloudy grapefruit colour with noticeable white crown generous lace left in glass . sour flemish aroma sour apple somewhat like a wild ale . numbing sour mouthfeel with significant carbonation refreshing . not for a newbie . sour apple cider in taste .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours am opaque pitch black color with two fingers of fluffy tan head . s smells of heavily roasted coffee a bit of chocolate and that s about it on this one . t roasted coffee upfront with those nice characteristic porter notes chocolate and roasted malt with some vanilla notes . m slick and creamy yet light bodied with moderate carbonation . d this a very easy drinking coffee porter but i agree with whoever added this beer that this is not an imperial porter . i really like how the coffee is balanced with the beer instead of over powering it .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a lovely dark black with barely any head a bit of tan around the edges of where the head should be . smells heavenly like sweet coffee on christmas morning . dark chocolate dominates the nose . tastes a bit watery up front with a bit of dark roasted malt and chocolate . a slight hop bitterness which is heightened by the carbonation . a bit tart with a clean finish . the aftertaste that lingers reminds you a bit of wood but that is all . mouthfeel is a bit odd with a very effervescent feel . a bit watery as well . it is quite smooth and easy going however . a good looking beer that smells perfect but ca n t hold up in the taste realm . i bet this would be a mind blowing beer on cask . . as i sip this beer it seems to be all over the place one time it tastes great the next it seems a little funny . i will certainly have to try it again .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a glass . a poured a black amber hue . finger head . very pretty darkest new belgium . s only could smell sweet and smoke . t not as sweet as i thought it was by the smell . the taste of smoke is apparent . atleast to my tongue . earthy and smokey . this was a very good . m perfect carbonation . no hiccups . overall this was a good beer . not super thin but it could be thicker but i wouldnt take point off of this area just for that . it was great . d high . the only off area was the smell which is usually the area that lacks in most of my reviews . overall this was a great beer . highly passes my expectations . possibly the highest beer in the new belgium brewing co. amazing .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle served in a pilsener glass . best before yikes indicated on the bottle . poured a translucent orange gold with a two inch frothy bright white head that left behind a thick band of lacing as it collapsed . copious tiny bubbles present in solution . nose was somewhat skunky that s it . taste was primarily cereal grains very light and wet cardboard with a little bit of corn syrup sweetness lingering at the finish . mouthfeel was light bodied and lightly carbonated probably the best feature of this brew . not terrible but not great either . the more i drank this the less appealing it was .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a caged bomber . a well black as night as expected . small inch head with a little froth to it . s roasted barley . a little caramel and some toffee . much more robust than i was expecting . t rich with a strong hop taste up front . creamy in the end with a little expresso . m thick but not chewy if that makes sense . a mild sweet stickiness to it but not overpowering . o a great example of a is not too sweet nor too much coffee . you need a wood fire to go with this one . wish i was back in minnesota with this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
i drank this from a oz bottle into a pint glass . the bere pours brown with a light tan head . the aroma is really bad it almost smells like chroline . i thought it be the glass but then i poured it for my table mates into different glasses and they got the same thing . the taste is much better than the aroma but that s still not saying a lot . its light coffee mostly . the feel is pretty light . overall another st to run from . the aroma just crushes this .,aroma,0.2,0
had this on tap at the lion s pride pours an orange amber color with a very white head it is thick and creamy with ample lacing . the aroma is fresh very hoppy citrus with earthy notes . the aroma is like a fresh hop cone very nice . latter notes of malt in the back support with a slight buttery crystal malt . the mouth is smooth . from what you expect with the aroma is a slight let down but that said it is nice . the taste malty to start the taste turns to a earthy hop flavor . the taste is a bitter finish but finishes very clean . a well round ipa . if the mouth were a tad heavier you could easily convince me that it was a double ipa,aroma,1.0,1
a a nice amber clear beer . small head but the lacing stays throughout the beer . a moderate amount of bubbles rise from the bottom . s has a sweet smell of caramel . t the alcohol is a little bit forward to me . i tend to like the alcohol to be well hidden but this beer is a little less balanced than i prefer . some would really dig it . m a decent amount of carbonation with sharp notes on the front on the tongue . d an okay winter warmer . will probably not buy anymore .,aroma,0.8,1
a amber virtually the ideal shade of amber with just the right at least in my mind amounts of yellow red and brown . frothed up with a one finger head almost no retention no lacing . a bit dissappointing but the color makes up for that . s mostly pine and floral hops on the nose . slight metals and a bit of malty tones i d expect better from troegs . t i take that back . this is what i expect from troegs . it is a strong but not overwhelming pine hop kick upfront . a slight caramel malt taste compliments the hops just right . a bit of dark fruit and flowery notes as well . amazingly well rounded . for the style i can not picture a way to improve upon this taste . m thin and flat . fairly refreshing . not terrible but again i d expect more from troegs in this category . d this beer is very good all around . smell could be better but as far as drinkability goes it s top notch . would go well with almost any meal or as a session beer . definitely a must try . another great troegs beer .,aroma,0.6,1
picked up a bomber of this at my local liquor store yesterday . pours a dark black with a huge root beer style head . great retention with thick globs of lacing on the sides of the glass . this beer has a very appealing look . aroma is mellow . nothing super amazing going on here . mostly malts . taste is a nice balance between malts and hops and finishes with a dry bitterness . this beer is simple but good . this beer is rich and satisfying . the dry bitterness on the backend keeps me coming back for another sip . overall this is a good beer . very enjoyable but not anything that is over the top amazing . just a good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
picked this up at goebel s in wichita pours an effervescent golden bronze with some pearl colored head . minimal lacing zero head retention some oily sheen s pears honey apples booze t honey a kiss of booze apple peels a touch of lemony hops of front . dryness white grapes cloying sweet apple cider as this warms . finishes sweet with a touch of ruby grapefruit more dryness mf sticky with slight over carbonation drinks slow just does n t quite pull together with too much sweetness not enough hoppyness another one from a brewery that fails to impress on a consistent basis caveat emptor.,aroma,0.8,1
another nice treat from weyerbacher . this is a nice autumnal beer with plenty of hints of pumpkin pie spice cloves and nutmeg . not overly hopped a nicely balanced beer with plenty of veggie pumpkin frontend with a dry spiced backend . pairs well with turkey honeybaked ham and other holiday treats . a deep red hues with fine microbubbling . head is fast bubbling and racing to dissipation within seconds . s pumpkin pie baby . . . seriously smells of a fall harvest . very nice . t pumpkin spice clove nutmeg and caramel from the malts . the spices linger on the tongue making the aftertaste and breathing quite enjoyable . little if no bitter from the hops . m light carbonation medium rich dry with spice finish . d dangerous because it s delicious . not a heady brew so beware if you drink more than one . pairs well with a lot of fall foods . pork chicken desserts etc .,aroma,1.0,1
chilled bottle into a glass . purchased at k l in redwood city for something like . a pours a pitch black at first glance but it s actually a dark brown with some ruby highlights judging from the stream that comes out of the bottle . in the glass it has zero light penetration . the head is half an inch of espresso brown bubbles and it recedes quickly into a light cap on the brew . nice lacing during each swig but most of it falls down the glass instead of sticking . s at first it had a strong waft of earthiness and coffee but as it warmed the smell became very muted . some general sweetness and chocolate . nothing pronounced . t licorice and chocolate covered cherries dominate . there s also a strong earthy hop flavor but it gets hidden as the beer warms and the sweeter flavors take over . pepper coffee and roasted malts are strong on the finish with just the tiniest hint of licorice lingering in the aftertaste . m full heavy body . carbonation consists of fine bubbles and it s a tad high for an ris . gives it a little sting on the finish to work with the pepper bite . only the lightest hint of a boozy warmth in the aftertaste . really smooth . d it was n t offensive but i have no desire to pay for this again .,aroma,0.4,0
many thanks to lou for sending a beer i ve been excited about trying . clear golden straw color . almost like watered down honey . thin white head that quickly fizzles away . the nose is more akin to pineapple than watermelon . slight wheat smell and a hint of doughy yeast . once again the taste is closer to pineapple but there s some watermelon flavor to it after it warms to room temperature . dirty unkind wheat flavors . not my favorite brew overall but i m glad i got the chance to try it . i think st s small capacity is the best thing this beer has going for it because it keeps people wanting to try it .,aroma,0.4,0
pours deep orange almost red with lots of carbonation forming a persistent one finger deep head . smells neutral at first then smells a bit sour . starts a bit sweet then gets tart . the sourness intensifies through beer towards the finish making this beer sort gueze like . a powdery caramel character manages to surface through the tart character but this beer is otherwise all about the yeasties doing their thing tarting up the beer with sourness and complex fruit flavors . reminds me a bit of a jolly pumpkin beer but i m not sure which one . this is my second bottle of this beer . i had the first one a few months ago and it was even more sour . it seems to have mellowed an become more quaffable despite it s alcohol content . i imagine this what some of the original farmhouse saisions were like a hundred or so years ago except probably not as strong .,aroma,0.6,1
no bjcp for this style so im just going to shoot from my hip here . smell is low floral hoppiness . gold color . clear thin white head . not alot of flavor like at all . low malt flavor . low adjunct flavor . low hop flavor . and high alcohol flavor . im sorry but this be just reminds me of the stuff i used to drink out of a oz bottle when i was . the flavor of the malts just do not hold up to the flavor of alcohol . in fact all the flavors combined do not balance out the flavor of alcohol . medium low body . crisp finish but the taste of adjunct lingers . im not really sure what they were going for here . isnt imperial pilsner synonymous with malt liquor . in theory this beer should work take twice as much pilsner malt for the same amount of water add twice as much yeast lager . but i dont know what went wrong for them . sorry . my judgement is pass on this one .,aroma,0.8,1
a big pastel cherry whipped mousse briefly drifts above the dark ruby red ale arresting at a thin blanket covering . this one is pristinely clear without any active carbonation and puts up a thin film with each swirl but no lace . the aroma is that of a rich red wine high in fresh fruit and tart cherry . exactly what i had hoped for and think this style strives to achieve . complex undertones reveal the earthiness of damp autumn woodland as it warms . oud beersel is tart without the whole mouth pucker typical of this style . the cherry flavor is forward and clear with high acidity . some saltiness shows up in the finish . while there is a sweet side it is kept well in check . a bone dry beer with a medium body and light astringency and prickly carbonation . the alcohol is greater than anticipated and interesting given that it is labeled as . a well done beer fits my ommagange tulip glass and is probably sessionable for some but for me this style is intended to be a punctuation . either as an aperitif or in place of a cocktail this will easily cut any fatty cheese . a ton of character oud beersel is my opinion of a stunning example of what this style can achieve . unpretentious and impeccably crafted this is a gastronomical work of art .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dull chestnut with a respectable bone colored head . aroma is dark fruits sweet macerated figs or raisins mixed with candy sugar . taste is surprisingly dry lots of bready musty caramel malt flavors . some mild dark fruit maybe some prune juice or cola finish is very slightly sweet . classic dubbel flavors very solid and sessionable . mouthfeel is medium not real heavy quite drinkable . my impression is of an abbey ale with training wheels not to imply it is lesser by any means but without the depth and complexity of its higher abv bretheren . i may like it even better this way .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle into pint glass . pours a golden brown biscuit color with a finger inner almond colored head . big bubbles no lacing . nose presents juicy flavors of dried mango and apricot with a bit of citrus and rosewater . taste is very bitter upfront slightly sweet with hints of caramel malt and resinous pine . moderate to light carbonation with a crisp and clean mouthfeel with a slight resinous stickiness . overall a great beer nice balance of lightness and flavor . not the best beer these guys make but definitely tasty .,aroma,0.9,1
pretaste notes soba is a sort of noodle made in japan made of wheat . an obi is a sort of sash worn around the waist so a black obi would be something like a black belt in karate . appearance poured from the oz bottle into an imperial pint.the beer is a very very dark reddish brown color topped with a head that grew to fingers but fizzled out pretty quickly . head was a light tan with a slightly reddish tinge . smell introduced to the nose with a quick hit of cherries then faded into a soft toffee note . caramel is lurking around in there somewhere but overall the aroma is balanced by a light flowery hop note . confusing smell here but not unpleasant just . weird . taste it seems this beer has somewhat of an identity crisis . so many tastes here to identify . starts with a light malty note containing toffee semisweet to bitter chocolate and something else i ca n t put my finger on . perhaps that would be the soba but i ca n t be too sure . there s a fruit note in the middle that tastes like apricot or peach . balanced later on with a quick floral note and then becoming clean towards the finish with a strange mix of all these characteristics in the finish . overall this beer was really interesting and a work out for the tastebuds . not bad but i do n t think i d pick it up again .,aroma,0.9,1
i m not sold on this belgian . it pours a clear golden hue with a small white creamy head no lace not much retention either . the nose is very good and very belgiany . you get the nice coriander and clove smells the nice sweet malts the candied sugars and some yeasty florals too . i only wish the taste followed the aroma . the taste is compromised somewhat because the beer is quite flat and lacking carbonation . more fizz would have helped even some of the mouth prickly yeasty fizz would have helped . there is also a sharp spiciness and bite in the finish that is really the undoing of the coriander clove and belgiany midsection . the spice tartness in the finish is this beer s undoing . there is a touch of herbal floral in the finish too but that spicy bite just slays everything otherwise worthy . the . abv is hidden a bit but it is more noticeable by the finish . i m not sold on this beer at all and i find it a tad disappointing .,aroma,0.9,1
drank from an fl . oz . bottle purchased at colonial spirits acton ma poured a deep hazy amber with a off white fizzy head . later this faded to a thick film with a substantial ring of lace this stayed until the end of the drink . large clumps of bubble ridden lacing lasted well after the beer was finished . smell was very mild . malty and slightly peaty with a bit of fruit . some crisp hops lay in the background . as the beer warmed some sweet caramel malts became apparent as well . taste was malty and alcohol rich . syrupy sugary and fruity as well as a bit peppery . the alcohol warming effect was apparent from start to finish but to my surprise it was never biting or overwhelming . somewhat dry clean finish . mouthfeel was creamy and smooth but light . drinkability was outstanding especially when considering that this beer is a whopping abv . the alcohol did however catch up with me in a big way after i was finished .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a deep carmel maybe a bit hazy . very little head minimal lacing . yummy sweet deep malt . abv present but smells delicious . alcohol somewhat dry . a bit watery . quite strange . not much else . maybe a bit yeasty bready . seems like a lot missing . sits well abv not overpowering . im searching for the malt though . decent not sure i would go back to it . id like a bit more walt less watery flavor .,aroma,0.9,1
sierra ovila bottle bought at whole foods bowery for . overpriced in my opinion but i had to have it . big bottle caged and corked . it opened with an explosion almost sort of a champagne noise and pop . appearance served in my sierra xxx anniversary snifter for once it fits . ovila pours rushed as if it could n t wait to get out of the bottle . a very prominent head quickly forms but it soon diminishes into less than a finger of pale chestnut colored topping crown . good retention throughout but barely any lacing . color is seriously dark and impenetrable blacker than any other dubbel i ve seen and tasted . smell after a first beautiful impression ovila disappoints with a very soft underwhelming nose . notes of cane sugar toffee . some raisin juice and light spice . yeast and freshly baked whole wheat bread at the end . taste follows nose but fortunately on a slightly bigger better path . some spice yeast and bread . banana pudding coconut shavings and brown sugar at the end . finishes dry slightly bitter and a tad watery . mouthfeel medium body and flavor full and beautiful carbonation but not overtly carbonated like many dubbels and belgians . dry spicy finish that lingers in the mouth and prickles the tongue . overall i wanted to like ovila for various personal historic and artistic reasons all related to the namesake spanish monastery this beer is named for and after more than i actually did but i still enjoyed it enough . a little thin all around sure but also so very drinkable and pleasant . usually i do n t drink belgians too heavy yeasty spicy filling but ovila without being outstanding or mind blowing i would drink again . it also helps a good cause . ca n t wait to visit the reconstructed ovila chapter house in california not far from chico .,aroma,0.6,1
generous sticky white head sat on top of the clear slightly darker than straw colored lager . hay and some sweetness give this beer a fairly simple aroma . grainy flavored beer with some faint pale malt sweetness . slight astringency plays off the touch of bitterness and hop flavor for a sort of d hop experience . note this would be considered an overly hoppy beer by anyones standards finishes pretty dry . nice creamy mouthfeel and medium body make this one fine beer to have in your mouth,aroma,0.6,1
this is from the new bottling recently released so presumably therefore contract brewed at f.x . matt . deep reddish amber with an off white head that vanishes quite quickly to nearly nothing . big aroma of alcohol and vinous fruit almost christmas pudding like . malt fruit and alcohol notes conquer the taste buds pleasant and warming but a bit rough compared to other barleywines the alcohol bite is quite prominent so not a smooth drinking beer . quite a monster by nature as well as name .,aroma,0.9,1
a transparent golden yellow body with thin white head that quickly disappears . leaves no lacing . s excellent . wheat yeast and citrus immediately hit the nostrils as you pour this one . t initial taste of sweet malt and citrus . then light refreshing hops . sweet carmel lingers . m high carbonation and light body . goes down easy . d this was a solid offering from magic hat . i would venture to have this one again . its taste and mouthfeel make it very drinkable .,aroma,0.9,1
a nice copper color light head s not too much . can not pick up much hops or malt t average for and extra pale ale . like the smell light in the hops and light in the malt . m ok metallic finish d well when you are stuck in the delta crown room and you have a choice of bud molson coors miller lite and sweetwater it is very drinkable . lol . but to be completely frank it is average .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle into a snifter glass a pours a deep golden caramel brown . looks like a glass of bourbon with head . head pours fluffy white recedes sort of quick to a few patches on top and a thin lace . s notes of sticky bourbon sweet alcohol and toasty oak come through . earthy and fruity . very pleasant complexity that is worth lingering over . t carmel and vanilla notes sweetness of bourbon with a lingering smokiness from the cask . you can tell they used a damn good bourbon makes me think of fall . m this is the weakest part of the beer a bit light on carbonation the beer feels a bit thin . this is probably due to the addition of bourbon to the beer and probably why most bourbon beers are darker stouts or porters . still it was interesting and almost better to have it with the caramel color than a darker beer . d drinkable for the . abv but i dont know how many of these i would want to choke down . better for an after dinner thing .,aroma,0.9,1
i heard a lot of buzz around this beer and when i saw it at the liquor store i knew i had to pick up a couple . i split one with two friends and here s how it went . . a not too bad pretty basic . classic fizzy yellow color with a tiny head that falls quickly with no lacing . s things went down hill from here . wow what was i thinking . this one smells like those jalepenos in a jar at the store but worst . there s the smell of the crappy beer in it as well that sort of makes it smell like someone puked up those jalepenos and wanted you to drink the mess . t after seeing my friends reactions i was growing more interested . i took my sip . sort of tastes like a warm corona not bad . then i swallowed . the back was where the heat was . not overly hot but just enough to make this beer a mess . the feeling of this beer in my belly made me want to throw up . m average mouthfeel . this beer was awful but you know they mouthfeel was n t as bad as some others . d never never again . i refuse to drain pour a beer just because i personally think its a little silly . i m a little tight with my money so if beer is there it s gon na get drunk . if i would have drank this on my own who knows . the sick feeling i got from this beer resting in my belly lasted for quite a while and pretty much cut me off that night . if i would have drank another beer i would have become quite queezy i think . not the best experience .,aroma,0.2,0
had this on tap at brick house brewery in patchogue . the appearance is average crisp amber color . the smell is amazing like a nice plate of blueberries . the taste is also very good sweet but not overbearingly so . mouthfeel is good tho there is a good amount of carbonation which meaks the drinkability questionable . could have one or two of these but would be reaching for something else after that .,aroma,0.9,1
enjoyed in a pint glass . a moderate pour leaves minimal white fizzy head . chill haze or slightly cloudy gold . more head please . s honeydew melon . man candy esque . hops are juicy smelling . very complex and citrus fruity aroma . t mmmm . fruity with hop and alcohol coming in in the aftertaste . the fruit and hop do n t blend perfectly though and so i subtracted points for that . citrus hop came up with a burp . m bright then an off flavor affiliated with heat then bitterness . d this is a tasty beer on the verge of being terrific . a solid offering i would have a few of these . maybe i ll try to homebrew it .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at the brewpub . the beer pours a hazy yellow color with a white head . the aroma is a mix of grain and wheat notes with a little bit of belgian yeast mixed in . fairly bland overall and not really what i expect in a saison . the flavor is similarly disappointing . i get a lot of grain notes as well as some belgian yeast and a little bit of spice . not very exciting and nothing really present in the flavor that stands out or impresses . overall the flavors are a little muddled and do n t really work well together . medium mouthfeel and medium carbonation .,aroma,0.4,0
typical gold body with a thin head . small clumps of lace slide down the sides of the glass after each sip or quaff . somewhat skunky aroma but that s no surprise coming from a green bottle . after all the studies that have been done on this stuff why to some brewers still use green glass . i just do n t get it . the taste is above average for a macro lager . good malt hop balance with a decent aftertaste at least you know you re getting more than just colored water . rather aggressive carbonation i like that in a lager . drinkability is just fine and i can imagine that this one would pair favorably with many savory foods not to mention salty bar snacks .,aroma,0.4,0
a murky golden amber color with single finger head s tons of citrus . very aromatous . t lemon custard and wheat mostly with some mild earthy notes m light body and high carbonation . crisp . overall had this at the brewery . a typical hefe really . nothing too special .,aroma,0.9,1
mouthfeel and smell are nothing that stands out for the style but not at all bad either . some malts and alcohol in the smell along with a decent hop spice and lively carbonation on the palate . appearance nice off white head that reduces to a thin film that maintains through most of the drink . amber but not as dark as others of this style quite nice to look at a few bubbles run from top to bottom . taste really complex malts almost gets sweet but the hops give it a finishing bitterness . bready aftertaste is really nice with a bit of toast . this is a quite good example of the style . two sided with malts and hops the balance could be better but this makes it complexer . drinkability this stuff taste pretty good and the aftertaste is really pleasant . one could drink a lot of this one of the better mrzens .,aroma,0.6,1
a rich clean reddish color slight head . a refreshing looking beer . s carmel with a hint of wildflowers overripe honeysuckle from a distance . t a little woodsy and wild . sweet at the front of the tongue with strong malt flavor overshadowing all at the back . little aftertaste other than a slight molasses taste . m crisp at the start but a little thick going down heavy malt and bread taste almost makes it like eating good pancakes with maple syrup . perhaps too thick for some but a good feeling if you like that sort of thing . d i could drink this for awhile it is flavorful enough to not get boring but refreshing enough to not weigh down the mouth .,aroma,1.0,1
ok lionheads best cheap beer you can buy i dont get why people around my area drink bud light . when you can get lionshead for . a case or for a barrel come on this best is awesome . i can drink massive quanities of this beer .its the best cheap beer in the world and o yeah you get little riddles on the bottom of the caps.,aroma,0.3,0
review of bottle from i st tried this fresh about a year ago this review is based on my nd tasting of the nemesis and is my first review on ba please go easy on me tasting date appearance amber orange in color almost like a very dark apple cider color . hazy cloudy . no head no lacing . aroma citrus and bourbon are immediate on the nose w the bourbon being much stronger . smells sweet but very boozy . a touch of maple flavor in the nose as well . almost sherry like . mouthfeel thicker than expected and syrupy . leaves almost a film like feeling around the mouth . taste not nearly as boozy in taste as i expected after smelling it . carmel wheat and citrus are all strong flavors in this brew . so strong that they are almost competeing to be the strongest . a strong bourbon flavor is there as well easily my favorite of the flavors present in this . this is a pretty intense beer . overbearing is a word that comes to mind . overall i m not a fan of this beer but in it s defense i m not a fan of this style of beer . i do appreciate it and understand the following it has earned which is well deserved . i much perfer the style of the nemesis .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a nice macro golden color with a thin head that soon dissipates into nothing . very minimal lacing on this one . s ipa . yeah right . pale ale . only if i m being generous . this is the worst nose on an ipa i ve ever encountered . sweet malts dominate . t very sweet in the beginning followed by a wave of slight bitterness . the taste is n t as awkward as the smell but it s still not pleasant . my buddy described this as an overhopped kristallweizen or maybe a scotch ale designed by a simian with an ibu fetish . i could n t agree more . m d a tad under carbonated but drinks relatively easy . i do n t know what to make of this one . would n t turn it down in a pinch and might score it better if it was n t labeled an ipa . definitely a unique brew that s worth a try .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle purchased at bruisin ales . poured into a oz terrapin snifter . a pours a extremely dark brown with ruby highlights around the edges . nice looking cocoa colored head that didnt last very long before settling to a ring . that ring leaves a little bit of lacing . s this beer smells incredible . huge vanilla aroma that is mixed with a huge coffee aroma . there is a bit of roasted malt aroma in the background as well . t coffee seems a bit more prominent in the flavor but the vanilla is still the star of the show . there was a bit of a boozy kick that seemed to become less aggressive as it warmed up . m unbelievably smooth and creamy in the mouth . perfect carbonation level . medium to thick body . d after letting it warm just a bit more it was much easier to drink because the alcohol edge seemed to mellow . for a big flavored beer like this it still disappears faster than you would expect .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a solid bright golden color with a two finger white head . the head dissipated pretty rapidly which is expected because of the abv . aromas of honey and sweet malts some beligan yeats notes as well . the oakiness is barely present . smells a little like white grape wine . the taste starts off with some sugary white white flavors but then the alcohol shows up a little . finishes with a little more honey sweetness . i think this beer is good but a little too much like a white white and the flavors dont totally work together and seem to fight with one another . beer starts out thick and solid and still finishes fairly dry because of the oak aging presumabley . definitely a sipper kinda hard to finish actually . this is a weak example of a summer after dinner sitting around sort of beer .,aroma,0.8,1
i think this is guinness . i have spent many an evening sitting in bars in the middle east . they often have both guinness and kilkenny on tap . often i will order one of each at the same time and alternate sips between the two brews . most of the flavors feel and appearance are identical . think of a nice malt being toasted . stop at the point where it is a nice dark gold to red color and make kilkenny . keep toasting it until it is black and almost burnt or charcoal and make guinness . when you make this beer do everything exactly the same just change how much you toast the malt . to me i like the dark toast flavor and color of kilkenny the best . still i would not want it every time and like the stronger charcoal taste in guinness every once in awhile . the taps for kilkenny say it is brewed by guinness . i have never seen this fact in any of the reviews or notes on the web site . i just finished reading a history of guinness . it notes that southwicks brewery has been owned by guinness since . it also noted that guinness has applied their nitrogenation process to this brew . that is what gives guinness the nice cream color when pored and solid head . i think they applied more than that . i have got to start looking for it in the us when i get home .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a nice amber . smell is robust and lovely . big pumpkin spice flavor with cinnamon and nutmeg seeming evident . taste is very thin muted and watery but the pumpkin flavor that shows is still nice . very pumpkin pie like in the flavor that is there . drinkable nice attempt that would be great with a big more boldness .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at creation cafe . poured a wonderfully deep burnished bronze with wonderful head and some decent lacing throughout . huge deep malty scents with lots of caramel and toffee and a nixe bit of earthiness as well . great huge sweet malty flavor thick and deep with in order caramel toffee peat and licorice flavors and a nice earthy hop finish . thick with a bit of alcohol heat this is an excellent and warming wee heavy .,aroma,1.0,1
a a big fat solid two finger head charges to the top of the brew and stays put for a long time . the tan head is creamy solid and dense . it almost looks like that foamy spray insulation that can be used to coat industrial spaces . there is a white layer of cream on top of the tan foam . thats something that i ve never seen before a two tones head . the brew itself is pitch black with the lightest hints of brown around the edge when held directly to the snow blinding light outside my sliding door . lots of sparkling lace sticks to the snifter and a quick swirl brings the head back to a full two fingers . s sweet creamy milk chocolate gooey nougat filling that you might find in chocolate coated candy sweet welch s grape juice laffy taffy assorted flavors and plums . this is ridiculously complex . i m getting some pureed plum or prune baby food hints of mashed bananas and a tiny whiff of brandy . t again mashed overripe fruit like you might taste in a little jar of baby food . there is also a very obvious alcohol component that is an integrated part of the flavor . this one is a bit to sweet imo and it would do better with more massive hops and a bit less sugar . m full bodied and viscous . this has the feeling of mashed baby food in the mouth . carbonation is graciously understated and some alcohol warmth is apparent . creamy initially the feel fades to a nice warm touch of booze before finishing on the sweeter side . lots of sugars coat the mouth here . d not the best baltic porter ever but it s not bad . could be a great dessert beer but it s just to damn sweet for regular drinking . i like the nose but the flavors are far less complex and fail to deliver the variety of notes that i smell .,aroma,0.9,1
had this on tap at the miami location . beer was poured into proper glassware weizen glass . a this hefe was off to a bad start . the beer had a yellow lemonish color that was n t as cloudy or heavy looking as most of the good hefes i ve tried in the past . nice looking two finger white head but it dissipated really quick boo . some lacing was present . s this is where things started to improve . smell was very enjoyable with lots of wheat lemon banana and hints of honey . thumbs up . t followed the nose nicely with touches of wheat lemon and banana that are felt in the tongue as soon as you sip the beer . it ends with a bit of an acidic taste but nothing offensive . m light body leaning towards medium . a bit watery but not in a bad way makes the beer feel crisp and fresh . o this beer was a bit confusing . i usually like my hefes to be on the heavier body side but this was very enjoyable as it was . the lightness and watery feel are definitely uncharacteristic of the style but this beer does a good job in making it feel right . the good smell and taste made up for the weak appearance .,aroma,0.9,1
from a ounce bomber this poured out with a considerable amount of murk and chunk . a thin film of a head topped the beer off . orange amber in color and full of floating particulates . hmmm is this supposed to be like this . it has been in the fridge for a few months . am i talking to myself . the aroma is very appealing . sweet hoppy fruit notes strawberry licorice apricot nectar . very nice . taste is bold and bittersweet . nice balance . heavy malt is kept in check by the bitter hops and prominently grapefruit rinds . flavors up and becomes increasingly bitter as the beer warms . overall this is an enjoyable ipa . nicely balanced maybe a bit rough around the edges but the overall flavor makes up for that .,aroma,0.9,1
bought this guy at the dfh brewery in de . poured a color i ca n t really explain . depending on how it was held up to the light it was red orange gold brown or even pink . the foamy white head was small and left little lacing on the glass . the smell was extrememly complex sour cherry vanilla honey come out first and then caramel malts and dark frutits as it warms . excellent . sweet and sour fruits cominate the taste but caramel malts creep slowly in along with alcohol honey and even some wood . there is n t much initial bite in the mf but rather a mild sweetness fades to something alittle more bitter . the feel ends up pleasantly sweet and smooth . although it is masked relatively well the abv does make this a sipping beer . still a great and interesting berw things i have come to expect and enjoy from dfh .,aroma,1.0,1
as the beer was poured i became curious of this beer . there was a slight chill haze through the copper colored beer . at first i was disappointed by the head retention but my second beer had much more retention . i m assuming that my first glass was n t the cleanest . as far as smell goes uh . .there was n t much to mention . i could smell some hop fragrance but it really did n t stand out as exceptional to me . but my sniffer goes wacky after surfing so that may have played a part in it . . taste was where i was impressed . this beer was delicious . i was amazed at how flavorful it was and even more amazed at how my damn tongue went numb in minute . the balance worked nicely with the amount of alcohol . mouthfull was really light for what i m assuming was a very high initial gravity . it went down easy and definitely played a role in this beers drinkability along with taste . the only downfall is that i had way too many of these in a short amount of time . this is not something you can drink of and mow the lawn . well i guess you can but the lawn is n t going to come out too good .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to cmmcdonn for sending me this awesome beer . poured a beautiful copper color with a white . finger head that settled rather quickly but leaves some nice sticky lace . a incredible aromas of citrus fruits grapefruit pineapple orange and some sweet malts round this out . i could smell this glass forever except for the fact that my mouth is watering in anticipation . t again getting some grapefruit and pineapple flavors with a nice sweet malt backbone to balance it out . now this beer is good really good but from the aroma i really expected much more from this . does n t quite live up to the initial aromas for some reason . m nice medium creamy . o this is a really great beer excellent in fact . i would purchase this on the regular if it were available to me .,aroma,1.0,1
at . for a pack i felt i had to try it . a pours a clear medium yellow with a thin white head that quickly vanishes s hints of malt and corn but weak overall t simple basic lager taste that does not attract attention neither too sweet nor too bitter m smooth and easy on the tongue moderately carbonated and well behaved d easy to enjoy several but may get a bit boring this would probably be a decent beer to enjoy on a hot day with a sandwich and some chips . at the current price i may buy more .,aroma,0.4,0
very little aroma from the glass but looks darn purdy . dry finish very light flavors of roasted coffee beans some malt little hops though quite dry . rather thin for a stout went well with my stilton burger . a nice enough example of a dry stout .,aroma,0.3,0
continuing with the blue theme . oz bottle poured into a pint glass . pours a crystal clear pale yellow . this looks just like a macro lager . fingers worth of white foamy froth on top . little retention . the nose is bursting with fresh blueberries . very sweet nose reminds me of waffles muffins cereal with its grainy like finish . i dig it . the mouth is carbonated decently enough . a thinner beer that is meant to be gulped rather than sipped . the blueberries are n t as dominating in the flavor as they are in the aroma . buttered bread toast tart fruity quality . undetectable bitterness . blueberry aftertaste . this is not bad heck i actually want some more . when in the mood for a fruit n malt concoction i d reach for this again .,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle poured into tulip april a a murky dark amber with just enough clarity that i could see the bubbles popping of the bottom of the glass big ass soapy dark tan head falls fairly quickly leaving only a few patches of lace s mellow smokey woody earthy goodness some vanilla toffee and perhaps some plum with just a little booze but i d never believe it was . . it smells awesome everything works together and you get something else every whiff no issues here t much more booze then the nose more toffee smoke and fruit with some burnt brown sugar still very nice but without as much balance m enters silky then the bubbles make it feel creamy quite thick and the flavors linger the heat lingers too and that s my only complaint in this area o for a big fresh barley wine i thought it was pretty good the barrel agings there but not overpowering and its oh so mellow i was hoping this one would suck so i would n t need to buy a couple of them to age pretty expensive but this would be amazing after some time pretty mellow considering the . fresh i can only imagine this years down the road,aroma,1.0,1
a shiny copper color and transparent . nice head leaves clumps and patterns of lacing s faint odor of hard water and some sweet pale malts . becomes more noticeably spicy as it warms t taste is top notch . bitter fuggle flavors are more typical of a british pale ale . balanced perfectly along a light pale backbone . slightly salty . m silky smooth carbonation and light body d session .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into my pint glass the beer is crystal clear red orange . about one inch of tan head rises to the top and almost escapes . no lacing is left behind after settling . the aroma is spicy with loads of malt and touch of hops . the nose is spot on with what i think a marzen should smell like . the flavor is quite spicy . maybe too much spice . very bready . sweet and malty with just touch of hops on the finish . medium to light body with mild carbonation . overall a decent marzen . a bit too spicy for my tastes . i m glad we are almost through with the fall seasonals . i think i m about done with this style for a bit .,aroma,0.9,1
this stout had a thin foamy head and black extremely dark brown in color . the aromas were really weak and could not get much character from it except the malts . the taste on the other hand had a strong peppermint taste which was great . unfortunately there was not much else to it except the peppermint taste . it went down really light a slightly thicker in density than water which made it really easy to drink . i seriously could down many of these in one sitting .,aroma,0.4,0
my first reaction was this tastes like shitty coffee i then drank the bottle let it warm smelled it swished it around and tried to enjoy but in the end it still tasted like shitty coffee . folgers type stuff . i probably wont buy another bottle there are better coffee style beers that i can enjoy for the same or less money .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a darkness snifter . saw this on the shelves near its release and always went back and forth on the price despite wanting to try it . when it disappeared and i randomly came across a refrigerated batch i figure it was time to give it a shot . the nose on this is so deep and sweet with a nice thinner and less smooth look but tasty looking none the less i was sure i would n t be disappointed . ultimately it s hard to rate this as i just get such a noxious rubbing alcohol like taste though strangely without much heat sensation . it s really at the core of the beer and it makes it hard to enjoy . i d claim quality control or something but the store i picked it up at is great for controlling their quality . i just do n t know what to say about the beer with such a noxious quality .,aroma,0.9,1
i m probably doing an unnecessary step in pouring this into an elegant duvel tulip but i guess i can try to get as much as i can out of this beer . pours a light golden white wine color with a soapy looking white head that rises to the brim . leaves decent lacing . smell is rampant with orange peel though there are hints of spice and yeast twang . the taste is phenomenally underwhelming it tastes like light beer . this literally tastes like carbonated mineral water with a pinch of sour orange . the mouthfeel is average and the drinkability low . this is an elegant chugging beer . at . a pack it is n t worth it as an elegant chugger .,aroma,0.7,1
another great beer from denmark this little country is no slouch in craft beer world.poured into an imperial nonic a near jet black except from some chocolate brown highlights when held to the light a large blooming lighter mocha colored head atop.to me the aromas couldnt get any better a fantastic display of chocolate and resiny hop maybe the best aroma of any stout i have come across if you like the hops no matter the style its spot on.the mouthfeel is a little sharp and not as full on as i would have liked.bitter chocolate dark fruit and a healthy dose of resiny hop make for a well rounded flavor profile if that mouthfeel was just a little more smooth . a really good beer that is close to being great love the hop play going on .,aroma,1.0,1
surprised that there was a cork under that large bottle cap . it popped like i was opening a champagne . even before i finished pouring the glass my nose was overwhelmed with dark cherry aromas that almost made my mouth water . the smell was deep and lustrous with only the slightest hint that i was holding a beer . some alcohol . the dense red cap of bubbles refused to break apart as i swirled the beer around to release more of that luxurious cherry smell . the beer is dark red through and through . i have to admit that i was slightly shocked but not necessarily disappointed that this did not taste like beer . the cherry taste was even more intense than the aroma . the cherries were bolstered by an overwhelming sweetness that is appropriate in champagne or kool aid but not in beer . but then again this was not really a beer . it was closer to a champagne than a beer . this kriek stands on its own because it is unique in its intense fruitiness . i happen to love the cherries but there was simply too much sugary sweetness present to make me want to buy another .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle inspection born on nov dd . sampled jan lists imported hops bourbon barrels and madagascar vanilla beans . aroma first whiff is wet wood some alcohol spice and some dark malt . appearance painfully clear amber glass tries to hold a head but only manages a collar . flavor vanilla pops right out a bit heavy handed dominating all other tastes . very difficult to get much more out of it some mild bourbon taste is noted in the malt background . mouthfeel fizzy and thin . overall impression yawn . bold tastes boiled down to not offend the masses . vanilla is a bit too strong im glad i dont have the er to deal with .,aroma,0.7,1
thanx patyoda held up to the light this is far from clear but gives off a dark crimson fuzzy glow without shining through . interesting . not much head thin ring is all . buttery nut aroma . beery . mild . flavor is a subdued mix of caramel and chocolate. no off flavors no extreme bitterness no sourness . this is probably the smoothest and most drinkable dark beer i have ever encountered . burnt sugar flavor without being sweet . nutty without extreme bitterness . slight hint of wheat or something fresh and crisp in this beer. slightly botanical and this gives the beer a basic edge and counterpoint to the silkiness . hard to describe but very likeable without stepping outside of the box . perfect session german . will try this again would probably be something stellar on tap .,aroma,0.6,1
the first thing that hits me about this beer is that i can smell flowery hops off the pour and i do n t even have the glass to my nose yet . i poured it on the counter top and the hop aroma was strong enough for me to smell it from feet away . this prompted me to lift the glass to my nose to get a good sniff . the aroma is very nice mostly of flowery american hops but there is some underlying citrus as well . it is a very well blended hop profile with the flowery hops and the citrus is a nice combination of some grapefruit lemon and a small bit of sweet orange and a hint of pine . aside from the hop aroma you get a sweet malt aroma as well mostly caramel and not much else . but this is evidence that there will be enough malt to support the hops in this one . i almost forgot the appearance in this one because the aroma stole the show . the beer poured a real nice dense head that lasted for several minutes . the beer is a dark golden amber color with some haze probably from dry hopping . flavor is where this beer leaves me just a little bit . do n t get me wrong it is very good and quite large which is what it should be but it appears to be a bit out of balance for my taste . the hop flavor is complex and incredible . there is some hints of pine and grapefruit and just a thick juicy hop cone sitting right in your mouth . how great is that . pretty great i would say . but there is just a little something off in the finish . the bitterness is ok but it is so tongue coating that it leaves an impression of chalky dryness . the malt is very nice with a sweet and soft caramel flavor that starts off balancing the hops nicely until the hops just beats the crap out of it . you can obviously taste the alcohol in this beer as well not only in just the nose but the flavor as well . this style should be very hop assertive which it is but i think that one of the hop choices may not sit so well the beer . i do n t want you to get me wrong this beer is a very good example of an imperial ipa and i am enjoying it . i have had pliney the elder and although it is almost as enjoyable as it s inspiration it just falls a touch short .,aroma,0.9,1
this is a local beer and i drink it often at the brewhouse . on tap or in the bottle it tastes the same . this seems to really be an american version of a belgian white so while that might set the standard it really has to be rated simply as a witbier it pours a cloudy yellow with a moderate white foamy head the does not last long . the nose is most distinctly citrus and coriander . mouthfeel is surprisingly robust for the type . flavor is spicy and really refreshing . the main thing you can say about this beer is that it is good to drink . or maybe you can say it tastes more like a summer spice beer . when i first started drinking craftbrews i rated this pretty high but now i have to rate it above average but not outstanding .,aroma,0.9,1
a lawnmower ipa . appearance is light straw color not the copper orange i am used to with other ipas . smell is clean crisp piney cascades . taste is quite light for an ipa . closer to an apa then an ipa . not much malt flavor but not out of balance either . mouthfeel is average for an ipa . drinkability is good in that it is a lawnmower ipa . also a good gateway ipa for those ramping up to bigger beers . overall a decent brew but not the ipa i prefer .,aroma,0.8,1
a almost black just a shade under . tons of small bubbles head into a tulip with a very easy pour . s not sure what infection smells like but i think i know now . after a few sniffs i got some coffee but mostly it was a wierd smell that was not good . t ugg not good first taste was bad no typical stout flavoring just badness m for what little i could drink the mouthfeel was okay . o unfortunate find in the beer aisle . i can not imagine this is how it is suppose to taste but for a non barrel aged beer there is no excuse for what is hopefully an infected bottle . no more laughing dog for me .,aroma,0.3,0
bottle courtesy of cpferris . thanks . poured into an alesmith pint glass . tawny pumpkin color with a splendid off white head . great retention and insane lacing sheets of foam everywhere . aroma is caramel malt with a deep hop citrus juiciness . honeydew and mandarine orange notes . this beer is really really really hoppy . the flavor starts with a boozy caramel honey note that lulls you into thinking this beer might be balanced but then a warhead full of hops detonates . grapefruit zest provides a little sweetness but a big piney bitterness hits . the finish is long warm and bitter . mouthfeel is sticky and oily . body and carbonation are fine . alcohol is apparent but melded into the malt profile so as to not be astringent or hot .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled march this is a very dark brew it is quite opaque and is quite black as it sits in my glass . it is topped by a billowing easily three finger thick light chocolate brown colored head . ah the aroma is so nicely roasted smelling of chocolate espresso lightly roasted coffee a touch of burnt grain husks . it has this underlying but always evident decadent dark malt note that makes it smell like a lightly sweet dense dark dessert perhaps a dessert that is a mix of chocolate and coffee but there is an unmistakable complex malty sweetness here in the aroma as well . this just smells so decadent . up front the aroma smells quite burnt perhaps a touch sharp but it quickly picks up a richness that is just so compelling this is certainly a beer that i can easily spend a few minutes sampling just the aroma . the first sip hits my tongue at first it seems a bit lighter in the body than i was expecting . a roast acidity seems to lighten the effect of this brew but then the malt kicks in and this brew becomes quite chewy and rich just like the aroma promised . it starts out with roasted coffee barley malt notes then picks up notes of chocolate and darkened malt sugars . it finishes with a lingering sweet notes reminiscent of sweet dark chocolate and a touch of espresso acidity . as my palate gets used to this brew it seems to lose a bit of that initial richness perhaps the burnt acidity becomes a bit too acrid for the other competing flavors to compete with . it is still quite tasty though i might recommend not drinking this on an empty stomach the acidity seems to be causing me some though extremely mild stomach discomfort . while the flavor is quite nice i think that the aroma is better it is richer and fuller with a better complexity to it . if the complete beer lived up to the initial aroma this beer would be just about perfect . the mouthfeel of this seemed to fizzle a bit after the first couple of sips . ultimately this is a great beer it is just that after the first couple of sips this promised to be a stunning beauty of beer or perhaps better said is started out so decadent and rich but then took on a lighter tone . as most beer geeks know it is better to have the lighter less powerful beers first in a session and move one s way up to the more powerful brews not the other way around like this brew seems to do . as it is though it is still a great beer one which i would be happy to have easy access to .,aroma,1.0,1
since i have been a member of this site for a while now and have n t reviewed anything i figured it was time . a bottle poured slightly vigorously into my victoy tulip glass . a nice tan head formed and lingered . a the appearance is nice and dark . it looks black in the shadows but once held up in some light appears a gorgeous dark brown red . s not getting much smell . brew is a little too cold as it was in my basement . t the taste of this beer is good . the initial flavor is a malty somewhat sweet one but rather quickly the hops bite in and deliver some good contrast with a nice pine bitterness . alcohol flavor is detectable if you search for it . the aftertaste is a nice bitterness with no traces of the semi sweet flavor i got when i first sip . m the mf feels a little creamy . not overly carbonated and not under carbonated . very nice . d this is a very drinkable beer . the hops and malts are nicely balanced . the higher alcohol content is warming and comforting . as with most victory products i think this is a great beer . very enjoyable and pleasing to the palate . could sit around and suck on these for a quite a while .,aroma,0.6,1
oz can . appearance looks pretty good . a clear dark ruby almost purple . the head is light brown without much retention . good looking beer i guess but not for a belgian dark . smell ugh . is this a sour . smells like vinegar . sour cherries and vinegar . taste tart and vinegary . i get the sense that there s an ok beer behind it all . mouthfeel cant even tell . i need to wash my mouth out . drinkability pouring it . i tried to give it chance and kept tasting it over an hour or so . this seems like a different beer than what everyone else is reviewing so i assume this is a bad can . how can that be .,aroma,0.2,0
reviewed from notes . pours dark brown with a light head and not too much lace but a sufficient amount not to get docked . nose is quite complex with some really nice notes of oak vanilla chocolate roasted malt and some light coffee . the taste does n t mix these together quite as well but is still tasty . great feel coming from all different directions and quite drinkable for the big beer that it is .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer was pretty good until the hard city water aroma and flavour kicked in . they really need to take care of their water problem .,aroma,0.4,0
this finest beer of the world as in wherever you travel in the world it is the one beer that will be available that you know is good . i have a certain nostalgic love affair with this beer . heineken is the beer that taught me that beer is n t supposed to be light lite or have odd nicknames like the beast or natty i have drank this beer all over europe during my travels while of course trying many other beers . it s always rock solid predictably good . the taste is always crisp with a little bit of carbonation . it s light and easy to drink but flavorful on the front of the tongue and the back . i do n t drink heineken all the time but when i do it is always perfect .,aroma,1.0,1
it s neat to have a bottle encourage me to pour the beer quickly into my glass . i m a busy man dammit and putting an extra seconds between and intoxication could result in the loss of a business deal or pissing off one of my clients or failing to close a merger at . . that s not how mynie works . i m a winner baby . i ll give it left hand the beer actually does the downward floating bubbles thing that widget beers do and its head is gigantic . it do n t smell all that strong or sweet even for the style this seems little tame . light nodes of dark roasted barley . that s it . tastes a god sight better . it s very nitro creamy and that accentuates a sweet beginning of chocolate and maltodextrin which moves into a bittersour roasted barely and ends on a combination of light dry hops and lingering milk sugar . mouthfeel is superb .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bomber poured into a tulip style glass . it pours a medium copper color with three fingers of head that dies off rather quickly . there s almost no lacing . the smell is fruity and spicy . there s a little bit of a citrus character and some peppery aromas as well . the taste was very spicy but not in a good way . the spices really clash and you just ca n t help but feel that something is n t right . plus the flavor just drops off . the mouthfeel is very spritzy but it s also watery as well . the drinkability suffers a little as well . definately not what i would expect from rogue .,aroma,0.8,1
pours out to a sparkingly clear light amber forming a small off white head with average retention and lacing . carbonation is moderate . the aroma is very similar to heineken with my eyes closed . faint grassiness floral hops clean lager ferment but with a touch of caramel and toffee . the mouthfeel is bright and crisp at first but finishes very ruddy with a twang of wet cardboard and some higher alcohols . medium bodied . the taste begins with a nice blend of grassy hops and delicate pale malts but is followed by greasy caramel vegetable oil and cardboard . the aftertaste is somewhat acrid and i feel a headache coming on from this one . bitterness is mild . i would pass on this one . it has promise but ends horriby . i do n t think i m going to be able to finish this bottle . ugh .,aroma,0.7,1
dark brown with a bit of a reddish hue when held to the light about one finger thick head in the pour left tight lacing on the glass sweet caramel and coffee notes gives a little burnt coffee favor sweetness counteracted by a little sour . a little thin on the mouth especially for a porter sour hop bitterness quite strong . this poured and smelled like a porter but drinking did n t really feel like a porter .,aroma,0.8,1
i was driving up to lake tahoe over labor day weekend last summer and stopped off at a raley s in auburn to pick up lunch . i usually like to peruse the beer aisle when i m in foreign grocery stores hoping to snag a hard to find favorite or otherwise something unfamiliar but enticing . browsing the unusually deep selection i came upon a label i did n t recognize and whose tribal designs recalled those printed on peet s coffee cups . on closer inspection i discovered a style and manufacturer i d never experienced . examining the bottle further i discovered it was brewed and bottled for knee deep beer company by beer u belmont california . this amused me because i d just moved from belmont after living there the previous two years but had no recollection of either company . it was an snap decision to purchase the tanilla porter but finding the right occasion to crack it open took significantly more discretion and patience . typically when i select a bottle with the intention of enjoying it solo i opt for something a bit more conventional a known quantity avoiding my one of a kind bottles in favor of something i can more easily replenish . i had more or less decided to hang on to the tanilla until i could share it as an after dinner beer with friends . unfortunately i have n t had too many dinners with beer drinking friends in the last few months . first i was occupied with moving related tasks and then i was busy with rehearsals for a play that ran in november and then before you knew it the holidays were upon us . for various reasons i decided that my new year s resolution would be to stop buying beer for my home collection . even though i decided this in december i more or less forgot to stockpile everyday beers when i had the chance and so i entered with precious few session beers on hand mostly leftover bottles of stella from a recent party . the other night i was in the mood for a post dinner tipple decided what the hell and poured myself a luscious mug of sweetly aromatic tanilla . i must confess that the tasting experience peaked just as no not before the first sip of rich porter coated the insides of my mouth . it s not that i did n t like the tanilla do n t misunderstand me . it s just that the inviting smell which drew my lips closer to the glass was in itself the ultimate reward after months of anticipation . now perhaps i had built it up so much for myself that anything less than an instantaneous bufotenin surge would have come off as anticlimactic . perhaps . all i know is that as soon as my taste buds registered the tanilla s presence i knew that the wait was over . reality was upon me . it was after all just a fucking beer as for getting into the specifics of mouthfeel color viscosity and all that i leave those details to other beer advocate reviewers and will close by saying that this beer did not disappoint me . far from it actually . and if i learned anything from the experience it s that i need to recruit a few friendly volunteers to help bring me back down to earth a little bit and drink my beer with me in a more timely fashion so i do n t obsess too much about finding the perfect time to open this bottle or that one . i would n t even mind reloading with a fresh bottle of tanilla to share with friends in of course .,aroma,0.8,1
for this bottle . it poured a hazy yellow color with a minimal white head . pleasant citrus aroma but also a pronounced herbal presence which was a little bit jarring . things went downhill from there . there was some lemon a fair amount of thyme and rosemary and a big huge dose of garlic . i felt like i had just eaten some scampi or other heavily garlicked meal and was breathing garlic . the garlic and herbs made for a sharply unpleasant mouthfeel . wo n t drink this again .,aroma,0.8,1
this ale has taken leaps and bounds from what it once was with a kick ass cascade injection . the dry hopping gives it a fantastic smell citrusy and piney . the flavor holds it s hop flavor but the hops are just perfectly balanced . a great american amber ale well worth trying if you are actually all the way up in oscoda and do n t already know . my only complaint is that you basically have to throw something at the wait staff behind the bar who are usually not present for minutes at a time .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours pale golden almost straw colored . the white head starts off really tall and thick but quickly sinks into decent lacings . s surprisingly grainy for a german pilsener and almost a bit corny . some sweet malt . bitter hops but way too modest . its more like a macro euro pale lager than a german pilsener . t that was better more bitter hops to balance the malt . way less grain and not any sign of corn . mild taste but not unpleasant . m aftertaste is short and bitter . body is light and carbonation medium . smooth . o well this one was all over the place the smell reminded of euro pale lager the taste was more like german pilsener but way to mild . and aftertaste was very short . very drinkable anyway .,aroma,0.4,0
maybe i m just not a scotch ale person but i did n t like this beer . color started off nice reddish brown pour . smoky peat moss kind of smell . the barrel aging taste that comes through with the malt was largely unsatisfying like someone had spilled some bourbon in my beer . for me the drinkability was n t there i can see sampling this one in a oz . taster to appreciate the style but not more than that .,aroma,0.7,1
a black thin light tan head s surprisingly i m not picking up not much more than a light hint of sweet potato and possibly some cream . very very unique for stout t i m getting some coffee notes with a sweet potato after taste but more than anything this beer is just watery . it is absolutely a terrible stout . i m not sure what kind of beer you re wanting to drink if you enjoy this . if you re expecting a stout or anything that resembles one this beer will disappoint you . m i do n t think there is actually any carbonation . it goes down more like orange juice . d not drinkable whatsoever . only my respect for beer kept me from spilling this down the drain .,aroma,0.8,1
a a slightly hazy yellow color with a thin but creamy white head that has some decent retention . not nearly as cloudy as i expected for a wit . s sweet candy berry aroma and a bit of biscuity malt . smells surprisingly good . the berry aroma really stands out here and is not what i would call subtle like the label implies . t shockingly and cloyingly sweet . this is by far the sweetest beer i have ever encountered . i was really pleased with the aroma but this is just way too much . this is like blackberry soda . m for as soda like as the flavor is the mouthfeel is surprisingly nice . a good carbonation level but that stickiness is really drying . d way too sweet but once you get past that . nevermind i ca n t get past it . i think they could have done with a little less blackberry and a little more wit .,aroma,0.8,1
damn that bottle was hard to open . a somewhat british looking beer . very nice reddish copper ale fully translucent with light beige head . retention is poor as well as lacing . s strong smell . definitely strong malt backbone . there are caramel and biscuit y malts in this . malty sweetness includes caramel molasses brown sugar and vanilla . there are strong fruits in this very sweet orange juice red apples sweet beet juice red grapes and pears . also strong spices cloves cinnamon light pepper coriander and ginger . finally hops light pineapple lemon and floral notes . complex and powerful . just short of mind blowing . t hoppier than expected . there are quite good amounts of earthy hops bitter lemon and very light pineapple . sadly too much hops for the sake of this beer and not enough residual sugars . the malt tastes are very dry molasses vanilla roasted malts very toasted bread . still fruity but just dry and not sweet strong bitter oranges dry apple taste . someone mentioned woody tannins and there seems to have a lot in this which also kills a bit the beer but i would guess they come from the bitter oranges without the needed sugars . the spices are still there too cloves cinnamon light pepper coriander and ginger . just try to think about cola without any kind of sweetening . lots of good ideas just not done as well as expected after the fantastic smell of the beer . m medium feel but very dry because of all the tannins coming from the bitter oranges i think with medium carbonation . somewhat unique feel but not in a very positive way . d tannins and hops imbalance kill this one needs more sugars to be correctly balanced and then drinkable . sadly this is the first trois mousquetaires that i do n t really enjoy . it is their first time doing this beer and i m positive next year will have what i look into this beer to be imo much better .,aroma,0.9,1
i reviewed this beer once several years back and have been puzzled why my scores were so utterly different from other reviewers . with much much more beer under my belt so to speak i sat down to try this beer again . to control for any bias from previous experience or the reviews of others i tasted this beer blindly . a dense black beer with a sticky caramel head s malts and dense fruits are the main thing i smell . sweet but not overpowering . very nice . t everything indicated by the nose was delivered in a very lush balanced flavor . m thick at first but carbonation is sufficient to balance it . sticky though not unpleasant finish . d i do n t particularly find stouts very drinkable but this is better than most .,aroma,0.9,1
bought a single bottle at a local bottle shop . had a gab award paitned on the bottle so i thought what the hell . it is stone and a gab winner . poured a dark orangish brown great balance of citrus hops and a roasted malt . got to say for a stone beer this is very drinklable . would buy more when i am looking to session a great craft beer .,aroma,0.6,1
not a bad fruit beer but defintley need to be refined a bit . not much of a head . fairly fizzy but so is blue paw . has a nice raspberry smell which is not overly strong . i was dissapointed in the flavor of the beer . the blue paw has a stong smell and a fairly strong flavor with a lasting blueberry aftertaste . so i expected the same . i was dissapointed to find the raspberry flavor was kinda hidden and did n t linger in the aftertaste . not a bad raspberry beer but better ones are out there . tt,aroma,0.8,1
can you dig it . i discovered another can of beer to try . hold it down . what is that some sort of defiant gesture to goad me to try . f k you doggy . i just had a pitcher of something arrogant enough to call me a bastard and say that i am unworthy . you think that i am scared of you . . . back to your stinking kennel and stay there . the nice thing about these macros is their head . i produced a solid two fingers worth of dense bone white head with excellent retention off of the pour . the nose on the other hand smelled like liquid death . it smelled like a can of gasoline left out to near its flash point . fusel alcohol to the max . oof . the color was another winner . it had a beautiful shade of golden yellow with ne quality clarity . the mouthfeel reminded me of the last scene in what we do is secret when darby crash realizes that he s gone a bit too far but there is no turning back from the inevitable . his was a heroin overdose mine was a stomach wrenching sensation followed by a strange mellowness and a desire for another hit i mean swig . powerful stuff . this was no playing around certainly not meant for amateurs and even i as a seasoned veteran could not wrap my liver around this beast . avoid boy . avoid . aaarrrggh .,aroma,0.2,0
poured my first bottle of this brew into a hobgoblin glass . deep thick looking honey coloured beer with a very fizzy head that would seem to imply heavy carbonation but it is n t . i was almost turned off this beer by the smell somewhat unpleasant and not what i had expected at all . i actually had an i hate clear bottles moment and thought it was skunked . taking a little more time though i did detect a strong sweet malty note with almost no bitterness as well as some plums honey and overcooked vegetables this was not necessarily as unpleasant as it sounds . anyway once i took a sip i was pleasantly surprised . any skunk that i d detected earlier disappeared and instead i was treated to very sweet malty flavours almost cakey with some sugarcane roots and other plants in there . a great thick mouthfeel makes this beer very satisfying and drinkable . looking forward to the second bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
a hazy amber yellow orange concoction . the head is average . has a hazy thickness to the look . not bad . the aroma is out of this world . a very very bready smell . heavy yeast and a cake like aroma . a combination of pumpkin pie and perhaps more strongly carrot cake . like a liquified confection . immense . the taste is very strong carrot cake . pumpkin spice and brown sugar . very conspicuous alcohol burst . hits the back of the tongue with authority . rich and bready like a sugary cake . feels thick and foamy . milky and chunky . chewy . it s delicious and bursting with flavor but also seriously heavy .,aroma,1.0,1
ml synthetic corked and caged bottle . it struggles to form a head as it pours a hazy brown . the head is white and sticks for a while before receding with some ok lacing . the smell is super fruity . there are lemons citrus grape and oxidized apple . the taste is reminiscent of the flavor though it has a kick of caramel sweetness that is almost too cloying . it is very sweet . the mouthfeel is a bit undercarbonated especially for the style . it is a messy beer but somewhat decent the bottle was only . .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance poured with a fizzy off white head that dissipated very quickly leaving no head . the beer is slightly hazy with a yellow golden color . smell sweet fruit like berries pear and some citrus orange . strong spiciness not sure what kind of spices maybe coriander . a bit musty but in a good way as it warms up it starts to smell like bread dough . taste sweet white grapes and apple . some citrus orange and spiciness similar to the smell with some cinnamon added . as it warms a strong floral honey flavor comes out . mouthfeel medium body a good amount of carbonation consisting of larger bubbles pretty smooth a little alcohol burn and leaves mouth pretty clean . overall pretty good drinkability the appearance is really disappointing but the more important smell and taste are great . very nice sweet fruity character balanced with a beautiful spice .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a dark brown almost black color with burgundy edges at the base and a thick foamy beige head . roasted malty aroma with hazelnut chocolate caramel toffee syrup and alcohol notes . roasted chocolate malty flavor with hints of toffee caramel nut and oatmeal with a nice dry bitter finish .,aroma,0.6,1
a conservative head on a vigorous pour that quickly settled into a dusting of foam . ruby brown color . s sweet malt touch of cherry cordial . t warming booze malt and some mulling spice clove star anise cardamom . molasses . some dried plum in the finish . the flavors are great but the balance is just a touch off . it s tough to put my finger on it exactly . overall a surprisingly delicious beer though . m well carbonated . sweet finish . medium body . d very pleasant flavor profile and mouthfeel . touch of booze on the backend .,aroma,0.6,1
harpoon ipa appears a medium gold color and is very transparent . it also has a big slightly off white head that has great retention . the smell it is not too strong but the exact herbal smell that you would expect from an ipa . its taste is the overwhelming hit of hops and bitterness that is expected from an american ipa . although the aftertaste is quite unique with a malty smooth taste . the mouthfeel is surprisingly light and the carbonation is fairly soft . harpoon ipa is fairly drinkable especially for its category . i would definitely suggest giving it a try .,aroma,0.9,1
first off this is a very good looking beer . though there is no head there is subtle lacing throughout the glass and its color is a beautiful reddish amber . a bit of weak carbonation floats up from beginning to end as well . the smell hits me right after it s poured hard to avoid . a strong resinous almost marijuanaish aroma which settles into a sweet red grapefruit smell after a few seconds . i love how the smell changes over time . taste is also of grapefruit but more bitter than sweet . there s a definite alcohol kick too this one does not hide the abv well . i am not particularly fond of grapefruit but i can at least respect that f hit the intended taste perfectly . this one takes a definite hit on mouthfeel it s a bit watered down compared to other dipa s . a bit more syrupy feel would match the taste . not much carbonation to speak of either . another hit for drinkability . maybe it s because i dislike grapefruit but the combination of thinly masked abv and average mouthfeel make me not want to drink all that much of the dreadnaught . dogfish head minute is much more drinkable and at least leaves me wanting another glass . got ta give f props for the phenomenal smell tho .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into a pub glass . pours a crystal clear amber color with two fingers of off white head that has good retention about minutes . light lacings . aroma is malty with notes of caramel and grain along with a light floral hop quality in the background . other notes include a touch of cinnamon and a distant carmelized character as well . nicely balanced . taste is malty up front with a mildly stale quality along with a caramel finish of residual light hops . altogether not impressive as the flavors seem to clash failing to produce a single coherent brew . mouthfeel is medium bodied with a smooth and creamy texture . finishes semi dry with residual mettalic hops . drinkability is not good . this brew falls short of a decent esb . the balance is off and the flavors present produce a flabby mixture of disconnected flavors .,aroma,0.7,1
a i would n t measure this head is fingers i d do it in miles . poured oz into a oz hefe glass and could n t fit it all . the foam is white and creamy looking beautiful . the beer itself though is a little too clear in some parts . instead of really dissipating through the beer the yeast is hanging in arms and wisps . s a very rich banana clove mix just about perfect . no hops no nothing . not even that yeasty smell you get on some hefes . it s a rich creamy smell if that makes sense something i would expect from a banana milk shake or something . yum . t less perfect . still a good banana clove mix but i get some off flavors as well not many but some . maybe something buttery . still no hops but no malt really either . not even a biscuity or wheaty one . this beer is really dominated by the yeast . m on the thin side of creamy but still feels smooth as if it was creamy there is no crisp bite . i wish there was . seems to be almost a winter hefe . d great for a hefe this is very light on carbonation something that can easily turn me off for drinkability . a good flavor a good everything .,aroma,1.0,1
black color to the brew with a nice brown head . decent lacing in the glass . faint smells of chocolate caramel malts and coffee . a nice sweet taste from the caramel and chocolate . i ca n t taste any of the coffee i smelled and there is this odd twang at the end . almost like an ipa definitely not my type of stout . decently creamy light carbonation and grapefruit finish . i would try it again but definitely would n t buy it .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a flat looking dark but clear amber with a thin crisp white head . moderate carbonation with a mild bready smell . no bitterness to speak of but a slight grassy hops smell comes through the malt . ugh . odd mix of rice fillers and an attempt at a heavier bodied macro . sharp almost medicinal hit on the back of the tongue a bit band aidish . not going to finish it .,aroma,0.6,1
. . dark brown body with deep bloody red rare highlights . catch the light the right way and the highlights glow radiantly . the surface has a brownish yellow translucent layer as well resting underneath a misty surface covered inadequately by cobwebby carbonation clusters . lacing dots the side of the glass gently and a ring stays around the edge . aroma vomits forth ripe rich fruits . raisin paste and juicy plum notes jump out of the glass from a distance . brown sugar smack and a light maltiness carries with it the sweet odor of cherry syrup . the slightest hint of raw cocoa beans top off this exotic nasal medley . muddy and hot slightly overcarbonated for the depth of flavor . nice caramel base although the alcohol abrasiveness and possible oxidation kills some of the subtler sweetnesses . warmth brings forth a kiss of fresh mowed grass and berry skins saving the flavor from disappointing mediocrity . still tastewise there are better dubbels . it s no but it s a solid beer wrapped in an exquisite package . worth a try glad i did .,aroma,1.0,1
vintage pours a clear amber color with a decent sized tan head head seems a bit creamy and fades at a decent rate leaves a thin cap no lacing . smell is predominately malty bit of alcohol is present which is surprising considering this is a year old vintage lots of dark fruit and candied sugar . taste is very sweet like lots and lots of sweetness caramel comes through quite strongly along with dark fruit such as raisins bit cloying from the sugary sweetness the alcohol is n t as noticeable in the taste as it was in the aroma . i d be very interested in seeing how this develops by having a mini vertical . i need to see if i can get a hold of some s still since i know i can get no problem .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a contrast filled deep amber with a foamy white head . smells of yeast and light hops . the taste is wayyy off for an american pale ale . it tastes strongly of yeast and has a rounded alcohol bittersweet malt feel that usually comes with belgians . plus it is aggressively hopped with a very bitter but not acidic hop . it s too funky to be an apa and it s too acridly sour to be a belgian . mixed together it s not very good at all . mouthfeel and drinkability are down there too . the smooth belgian feel to the beer just does n t feel right for the style . this combined with the overall taste makes it fairly undrinkable .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours dark brown with purple hue has a cloudy appearance . similar to dark chocolate milk . no head retention . s nose features rich roasted malta along with candied red grapes . a little bit of fig in there as well . t taste starts out with milk chocolate followed by grapey sweetness bitter roast towards the end with some heat to finish . interesting pairing of roasted flavors and belgian character mf medium body high carbonation o flavors compete a little bit and the cloudy appearance is not very appetizing definitely unique . that does n t always translate to delicious though .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to alexgrahamlv for sending me this a while back in a trade . he s such a good trader that when i saw an iso he put up i jumped on the chance to set up another trade with him . good stuff . review is from notes taken on and poured from the bottle to a snifter . appearance pour is dark brown near black starts with a near finger tan head that fizzles out quickly like a cola leaves a faint skim in the middle of the surface body is entirely opaque and i can only see some faint hints of carbonation near the surface on the sides a few spots of tan lacing and a thin oily residue is left on the sides of the glass . smell fantastic a nice burnt and robust roastiness from deep dark malts and what i can only guess is a longer boil a mild hint of a very dark and semi sweet chocolate and a touch of a soda like sweetness in all honesty i m reminded of brownies that just came out of the oven and are just a little burnt around the edges . taste the dark burnt roastiness is the most prominent aspect the dark semi sweet chocolate and a dark earthy breadiness all of this may sound really good and it s not bad but the taste is a little thin and watery the flavors are n t nearly as robust as the smell would lead me to believe . mouthfeel thin a little watery and even a little flat as the carbonation fizzles out quickly a moderate stickiness is left on the roof and the body actually feels a little slick . i remember this beer being better but i likely had it fresher as this one sat around for a couple of months before i got around to drinking it . if i get another one it will be drank immediately and if there is a marked difference i ll be editing this review accordingly . drinkability not bad but the flavors did n t come across like i wanted them to and the body was pretty weak . i ll gladly give another shot though .,aroma,1.0,1
this brew poured a clear dark red color . there was n t much of a head but it did leave a nice little cap that was a light tan color and very creamy looking . not much lacing as the brew was drank which is common with a brew that has such a high abv . the aroma on this brew begins with great biscuity malt that nice a sweet then moves on a bit of a grainy note . its followed by some great dark fruits i can detect som raisins maybe more . there is a bit of a caramel note as well that feeds into the alcohol as the brew warms . the flavor on this brew is pretty good but it is missing something . it starts out with the great malt flavors you smell in the front of teh brew then it feeds into the biscuity grainy malts and just a touch of dark fruits which i really ca n t tell what they are . its kind of odd the brew just gets heavy in alcohol and fades . it kinda loses its life . i was really enjoying then nothing . the mouthful on this brew has a medium to heavy body with not very much carbonation which is pretty much expected with this style brew . there is a great alcohol punch as well . and a good finish as well it just kind of loses its flavor in the warming . its there for the start then fades to a straight alcohol burn . its still a decent brew but not the best by any means when it comes to the style . its kind of lacking something . i feel it was missing more of the dark fruits you get in these brews . this brew has a decently high abv so be ready for a big hit as you sip this brew .,aroma,0.8,1
this is one of the beers that got me interested in beer . it was the nitro . i admit . the look is the most perfect beautiful thing i have ever seen in the world of beer . the nitro just makes this beer cascade in a lava flow of gold maize bubbles . the huge chalk white head is imposing lasting and the creamiest thing any beer could put into a glass . the scent is a malty mix of grains and corn . very wheaty smell with a very slight hint of hops . the hop flavor is immediately evident but it fades quickly into a very sweet concoction of grains and butterscotch . the feel is airy but creamy . heavy and satisfying but a little sticky . this is a fun beer that just looks great . i could drink an average tasting and smelling beer if it looked like this . good thing tetley s other qualities are n t that bad either .,aroma,0.6,1
poured exceptionally well perfect head and great lacing . amber color with a slight cloudiness . smell was a little light but developed after taste was introduced . if agitated there is a burst of floral smell tasted good . a lot of barley . a very pleasant but subtle hop presence in the aftertaste . whenever this touched my mouth i got a sensation of flatness . this limited my enjoyment but it was actuallly well carbonated . a good beer this was the first of that my brother brought me from england and it was a great start .,aroma,0.6,1
poured with a decent half inch mocha head that quickly faded to lacing . would ve liked a little bit thicker head on this but i ll attribute it to the abv . a great dark red copper color . alcohol is definitely present in the smell some caramel some burnt grain a little plum . the aroma on this beer is a little bit of a lot of different tones with nothing over powering really nice . taste is decent . the high alcohol is clearly present and takes away from really picking up on the characteristics of the malt . can pick up on some burnt tones some berry flavor and a smooth bitterness . the carbonation is a little bit too much as well . not the best quad ever but a pretty good representation . the alcohol is a little bit too prominent for my liking even at . a little bit over carbonated which takes away from it a little bit .,aroma,0.9,1
you are not a beer drinker if you drink bud light . its success is due to marketing not fidelity to the craft art of brewing excellent beer . it was made so that people can drink more not so that they can enjoy beer but so they can be drunk . beer is an experience . get over yourself bud light .,aroma,0.2,0
a pours a dark brick read color almost brown . a two finger beige head forms with good retention . the foam gently recedes to leaves some patchy lace that crawls along the glass . s bitter grapefruit resiny pine and mold wood . some booze . i ca n t really get anything else . t follows the nose with tons of grapefruit and pine flavors . a very strong bitterness . a grainy sugary sweetness tries to balance everything out in the middle but to no avail . another shot of lingering bitterness finishes everything out . plenty of alcohol as well . m d a full body that is resiny sticky and syrupy . hard to drink because of the strong bitterness and hot alcohol . i thought i would give this a try . so many people rave about all of stones bastard beers and i just do n t get it . this might be the best of the bunch but that is not saying much for me . this does not have the degree of harshness and burning as some of the others but still up there in that regard . not something i would recommend .,aroma,0.4,0
i always look forward to the alley kat seasonals they ve been improving considerably over the years . the sight of their recent coffee porter was a curious surprise but i ve snatched up a few s of these since . honestly i have to confess that i am not a coffee drinker nor do i enjoy coffee much at all . but this stuff is the cat s ass . pours out a deep opaque black yet gives up garnet cola highlights when held up to direct light . tan head lasts a minute but not much longer and recedes to a thin ring . the smell is amazing . like i stated above i m not big into coffee but even this is appealing and impressive to pull off . this porter does nothing but give off an intense and clean cafe au lait aroma straight to the point . roasted malt and equally roasted coffee grounds in the flavour . fairly one dimensional but they do a good job with that singular flavour profile . the coffee is certainly present but not too overbearing over the malt . the mouthfeel is medium bodied and somewhat gritty but carries the flavour fairly well . in the end this is an enjoyable coffee porter and one brewed well enough that i can easily shake off my personal bias for coffee and enjoy it for what it is as the coffee grounds do nothing but compliment the roasted malts of this style . it s greatest attribute is the aroma however that is really phenomenal .,aroma,1.0,1
found this brew ca n t believe i ve never even tried this let alone reviewed at the new downtown portland i.e . pearl whole foods coffee bar the mezz . a bargain special price of pint makes it irresistable . a glass arrived a bit overly frosty hence a bland haziness amidst an amber pour . plenty of rapid carbonation rising to a finger ivory cream quite dense . excellent lace soapsuds in speckled rings . s ho hum aroma even as it nears room temperature . greeted with a bready light toast sweetness a grain forward ipa . ends flowery and just a little soapy . t fine yet nothing really overly remarkable . a loaded biscuit y pale malt with good caramel pralines maybe . and a juicy orange citrus backing a brekfast scone or dessert pastry . lacks something from the typically hop centric nw ipa but i m perfectly ok with that the balance better matches my palate . m little thin a cool mild feel . i suppose that equals creamy for me but others might deem it weak even boring . whatever i m satisfied . d for all its qualities that scrape past average i liked this brew . alot extremely easy to drink neither cloying or sticky good balance . honestly seems closer to an apa maybe english ipa . compared to the bracingly hoppy ipas round these parts but i do n t mind . certainly worth a try or worth having again depending on your own preferences .,aroma,0.6,1
the best thing about this ale is its looks a clean and radiant orange copper . only minimal lacing though . nose is hoppy with some caramel and fig . taste is hoppy with muted maltiness . dry and semi sweet . decent but not overwhelming mouthfeel and good drinkability . pretty good overall but not a go getter .,aroma,0.6,1
nitro bottle into a pint glass . reads on the bottle pure luxury . ale with natural chocolate flavor added . as a chocolate and beer lover i m expecting something of god . a pours like chocolate milk gulping a very dark brown . a perfect frothy tan head appears about a finger high . this is the beauty of the nitro bottle . absolutely fantastic . s very feint smell chocolate note but a bit of roasty malt as well . t surprisingly roasty . chocolate is present but not overpowering and largely on the finish . m creamy and smooth . quite nice . lighter body than one would expect somewhere in between a medium and a thick d a fantastic dessert beer like a good glass of chocolate milk but not as sweet . imagine guinness with chocolate added and it s about right .,aroma,0.6,1
sweet marzipan like smell reminds me of candied cake bread . no head at all atob the dark amber body . no lacing either . sweet malty nutty taste in the fore . strangely there is more alcohol in the tatse than i would have anticipated but it doesnt detract from the flavor which is good because it is n t that flavorful because sweet malts seem to handle that just fine i just did n t expect to taste much alcohol fromt his style .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance dark chocolate color with a a thick light cappuccino color at poor settles down in a minute or so time smell sweet milk chocolte smell . some fruit in the background possibly some raisin taste sweet with a deep malt flavor in the back . slight malt aftertaste may be overwhelming . mouthfeel relatively thin when compared to some other stouts but refreshing drinkability slow to warm up to but like most dark stouts once you settle in they become more delicious by the sip overall impressed but dry malt aftertaste could be refined slightly,aroma,1.0,1
after all the critiscism about canadian beers in general lately i decided to review this one . picked up a single for the sale price of cents . the lady said something about them not getting distributed here anymore . anyways onto the review . pours a fizzy yellow with a small white head . smell is actually quite strong a blast of medicinal malts along with hops . grapes as well . taste is strong of malts along with grapes and slight hoppiness . semi bitter semi clean semi astringent . overall the things that are kind of odd in this beer is the grapes where the hell did those come from . as well as the medicinal astringencys they are not bad but definitely there . this beer is not offensive but leaves me wanting more . a lot more . a decent light lager . there are lots of worse light beers and lagers out there . this one is just alright .,aroma,0.8,1
the beginning of english beer night and a ruddles bitter packaged in a pretty clear bottle that i purchased with some trepidation knowing that such a well hopped brew could be skunked . i crack open the bottle and get a whiff of skunk that dissipates as the pint is left to sit on the counter and warm up a bit not too disappointing . the first sip is quite smooth with a some tasty caramel malt flavors paving the way for spicy hops followed by more bitter hops and a long bitter finish quite bitter actually . the bottle says this ale is brewed with mineral water and this becomes rather obvious as the beer warms up . the minerals seem to add almost salty slate like flavor that seems to play nicely with the hops adding complexity to this brew . this remarkably clear ale looks good too with an off white head that leaves some lacework . overall ruddles is good bitter stuff .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bottle into imp pint glass with drink by date of march . pours a clear light copper with a little head very light retention . smell was lacking with barely any hop scent coming from the pour . i think i smelled more malts than hops . taste was slightly bitter but rather washed out . it was very bitter but heavy malt presence . the best part was the finish . carbonation was strong a smidge too strong for me overall i am not too impressed . the brooklyn lager is far more hopped than this offering . not sure how old this bottle is but it lacks hops . brooklyn brewery is a solid brewery so i wo n t hold this against them .,aroma,0.4,0
lightly chilled bottle into a glass . a generous extra from beerwolf . thanks todd . a pours a very dark brown . ruby translucence at the edges . the head is a half finger of light tan head that retains pretty well fading into a moderate collar with some sticky lacing down the glass . s coffee kind of a roasted nearly burnt aroma . a dark fig aroma brown sugar and some dark chocolate . t again strongly coffee driven . it s surprisingly bitter unlike founders breakfast stout which does a great job of integrating coffee and chocolate flavors . this is much rougher bringing in the coffee first and gradually progressing into chocolate dark fruit and some brown sugar . the coffee pulls into the aftertaste for a very bitter close . m thin bodied and watery in flavor . i m not a fan . d definitely a weak point in the central waters lineup . i much prefer their coffee stout or founders breakfast stout a more accurate comparison to this one . not a strong showing .,aroma,0.7,1
i got a half a finger head out of the pour that seemed more carbonated than i would ve expected . the head recedes quickly into a thin lace . it s a full deep mahogany brown almost opaque but light is getting through at the top and bottom edges . it smells of mocha and cinnamon an overall roasted aroma but not overly so . muddled but emphatic and tastes much like it smells . i m not getting a lot of chocolate potent mocha and coffee starts to stand out . staining with it s sharper ends but not off putting . the finish is surprisingly clean . there s a reason it s a porter and not a stout and the carbonation has much to do with that . a tough but rewarding dessert beer .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle served in pint glass this one pours like iced tea . the off white head is modest in size but fades to a slick . there is great lacing and tons of carbonation . the aromas are hard to find but hint at biscuits . the mouthfeel is creamy . the taste is very balanced english pale ale . the taste is butterscotch with some citrus peaking through . the overall taste is soapy but then again i think all english pales taste like this so i guess it is correct for the style . the hops are here strictly for balance having no real profile to mention . the finish is medium in length . again not my favorite style but i guess an okay beer .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazed rust hued body topped by a small offwhite head that quickly falls away . aroma is pungent with herbs mostly sassafras . i really enjoy the aroma of this . quite fragrant . anise clove and wintergreen compliment the sassafras . mouthfeel is ight bodied with medium carbonation . taste echoes the nose with sassafras wintergreen and clove joined by a honey and molasses sweetness that quickly grows cloying . a very interesting brew but not one i can handle . simply too sweet and the herbal essence is too overbearing .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours dark brown almost black with a thin mocha head that settles rather quickly to leave minimal lacing s alot of roasty malts . mainly coffee and bittersweet cocoa come through on the nose . minimal hop characteristic if any at all . some caramel tofee sweetness . t similar to the nose . roasty malts . alot of black coffee flavor mainly . some bittersweet cocoa . not much of the caramel toffee flavor . a little underwhelming and slightly bitter . m d mouthfeel is on the thin side for a porter . not what i was looking for . the drinkability is good . i could polish off a couple of these in a sitting and still be good for some bigger beers . a good choice for a session porter,aroma,0.9,1
a i see some bits of hop floating about . i like it i ve only seen this in my homebrew . the bits off hops want to fall but are sometimes pushed back up by the few bubbles rising in the burnt umber liquid very cool . head is okay but melts away quickly . i was expecting lots of it so i m kind of bummed out . lacing is less than ok. another bummer . s sniff of the opened bottle smells like a great fruit salad and strawberry jam . in glass strawberry jam . sweet hops . caramel . smells good but a lot less powerful than i thought . t ca n t wait to taste this . disappointing . i do n t know about their cold hopping . the hop flavour is one of the dullest ones i ve tasted in a double ipa and they do n t taste particularly fresh . candied onion i swear that s what i taste . wooden popsickle stick . i then let it warm up to see if i get anything different and nothing more . only malt caramel flavour got a little stronger . alcohol is present but melds very nicely with the rest making it pretty sneaky . m full bodied . low carbonation . d i guess it drinks well but i think i m just thirsty . with the odd tastes and lack of freshness i m pretty sure i d switch beers right away . very disappointed . such a nice looking bottle and i had a hop craving . only reason i d try this again is if someone assured me this was great and i probably had a bad bottle . but . love the fragments of hop leaves in the brew . really cool .,aroma,0.8,1
exactly what part of the population likes to drink this beer . it tastes like sink run off . it s harsh with a bad aftertaste . and it has no odor .,aroma,0.2,0
and i thought it was relatively difficult to screw up a generic pale ale . how wrong was i . golden copper with an attractive lace . as with the other samples i tried no real discernable nose to speak of . plastic malt taste all over the board with biting cascades in the forefront . no late boil fruitiness . again with the hop tincture taste . the rubberiness of this beer makes me envision poorly stored hops in a big ol ziplock bag . this beer is about on par with licking the wort out of that bag . completely bitter with no semblance of malt viscocity . not entirely undrinkable but close .,aroma,0.3,0
oz . bottle poured into as snifter . vintage . huge thanks to hopsbreath for sending this my way . a pours a fairly thick almost plum colored cabernet wine like inky color . not much foam to speak of but some transparent bubbles came up . s a ridiculously rich aroma . awesome whiffs of oaky bourbon with sweet toffee and caramel with an even more glorious smell of cocoa covered dark cherries behind it . its strong but smells really stinking good . t very similar to the smell . a rich and sweet profile with decadent cocoa covered dark cherries with a smooth caramel and oaky bourbon notes . m flat as a pancake however for the style it isnt quite as bothersome as i was expecting it to be . if it had a bit of carbonation this would be world class . rich and sweet with those black cherries really providing nice flavors and texture . d a sipper for sure . yes it would help this immensely if this was carbed better but nonetheless the smell and flavor of this is really quite unique and spot on for a fantastic old ale . i can see this being a great substitution for a ruby port .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pint glass . . a i d like to start out by saying that i had to pour like a crazed lunatic to get my fingers of head . cloudy medium orange color . head surprisingly has average retention and a good amount of lacing . . s orange peel . orange zest . lots of orange going on . a bit lemony as well and a touch of grassy hops . . t the first sip almost knocked me on my ass from the huge alcohol punch . caramel sticks out like a sore thumb . did n t expect this from a wit . banana and orange blend together to form a very tasty fruitiness . still alcohol runs rampant . tastes kinda like a homebrew gone unchecked . . m medium body . good carbonation but once again the alcohol comes in to crash the party preventing a smooth finish . . d this gives a good argument for why witbiers should not be imperialized . there is n t enough going on to neutralize the alcohol . simple as that . this is my second sa imperial series . the stout had the same ultra alcohol burst problem too . one more to go it appears .,aroma,0.7,1
aquired from dgb . curtsy of review this bif . major thank you to dgb . totally the major shit on a hook up . a the lacing is outstanding . dgb hooked me up w a great pint glass from nectar ales and the color is just pure amber color . the head was great . s citrus orangy smell and pine . t floral taste w a pine . m medium body . med carb . creamy and hoppy after taste . d i really liked this beer . i could totally sit around and have this all night . super light and comfortable .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle into a tulip . a color is a deep apricot that s slightly hazy . i get roughly a finger of head that leaves a film sitting on the beer and just a touch of lacing . s in line with the style . i get a nice dose of floral and citrus hops . t umm . this is an ipa . there s a bit of hops up front but they quickly go away . malts take over with a bit of a metallic edge towards the end of each sip . the finish is rather dry and bitterness is ok but the flavor is nothing close to what i was expecting out of this beer . m the mouthfeel is way too light and close to watery . o until i actually started drinking this beer it seemed awesome . not so much . this is the first time that i ve picked up a pack of this beer and i certainly wo n t be buying again .,aroma,0.8,1
easily the best adjunct lager i ve ever had . thats right folks this beer has a flavor . sure its not much of a flavor . but its certainly a flavor . yeah its your typical macro taste with a little something extra . the guys over at miller must have splurged on the rice when formulating this recipe . a welcome suprise for sure . when the can hit my lips i was expecting another tasteless beer but i got flavor . not much but more than normal .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at rustico in alexandria va . served in a tall flute like glass . appearance pale straw gold with a solid very fine bubbled head sheet like atop the body . loads of active bubbly effervescence . a fine looking brew . aroma mild with some belgian spices and a few funky yeast notes . nothing outstanding . taste very very tart and dry lemon and other fruity esters light orange zest and a few spices cloves white pepper . a little too tart for me but i wo n t knock it for that . mouthfeel light bodied with medium bubble size and a very even feeling body . pleasant . drinkability very easy going and light even for a double wit what is that anyway . good if you like tart beers . it s not puckering just very dry .,aroma,0.6,1
had this on tap at hooter s of marietta ga in a big boy stein . they always serve the beer far too cold which results in no aroma whatsoever . appearance was a dark copper to crimson color with a creamy head . the head fell down to a thin white foam on the top of the beer . it started to lace the glass after the mug warmed up . smell see notes above . taste tasted of christmas spices cinnamon ginger clove and allspice . reminds me a lot of ginger snaps . the on tap seemed to have a little more bitterness on the back end than the bottled . mouthfeel biggest difference between the bottle and the tapped is the mouthfeel . the bottle is more like a typical ale in the mouthfeel while this seemed to be nearly as creamy as a stout until the head fell . it still seemed to have more body than normal . excellent . drinkability always good . you might not want to knock back or while on your lunch break but very smooth and easy to put back .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at the porter in the atl . this beer arrives with a tumescent bloom of head that immediately fizzles into oblivion leaving meager lacing atop a strikingly garnet and opaque body . very simply appearance wise this beer is not markedly impressive with its stillness and particular redness it could easily be mistaken for a glass of pinot or cabernet . accordingly the nose what little manages to announce itself is wholly dominated by obvious wine like grape notes and supple elegant tannins there might be a spicy undertone nutmeg . cinnamon . oak . but i d be hard pressed to effectively parse it and it might just be a cerebral concoction . however once we have moved beyond these categories this beer is radiant . the upfront taste is primarily a subtle grape sweetness that works cooperatively with a rather pleasant alcohol burn which is in turn ideally ballasted by a dense malt profile and an arresting clove note . the finish is faintly sour and wine like with some hop bitterness more pungent clove and a dream moment of graham cracker presence of course all of this is beautifully balanced . the feel is gently carbonated extremely dense and somewhat ideal . ultimately this beer is a stunner a lovely quad possessive of a masterfully executed tangle of flavors a rich sweet and perilously complex beer that should n t be ignored .,aroma,0.6,1
of course as with most of us this is one of those beers like newcastle and guinness that bridges us from macros to micros so its about time i give it a review a pours a dark reddish brown with a thin lacy tan head s has a musty hoppy aroma that i have come to love over the years also a slight citrus tea twang t has a sweetness to it at first like a vanilla flavor that abruptly shifts to a bitter hoppy finish these flavors are balance very well m a medium bodied well balanced ale very smooth and bitter all at once a great and classic beer d high i love thses very easy to pound even my girlfriend like bass which says alot for its drinkability,aroma,0.6,1
got these ones at de bierkoning in amsterdam . from a bottle into a snifter . note part of the yin yang pair which are meant to be mixed . decided to drink a bit of each separately first . appearance pours a finger medium looking off white head with very good retention . head slowly fades to a good wisp and clings to the sides of the glass . hazy burnt orange in color with medium carbonation evident . a nice wisp remains until the end and leaves some great lacing down the glass . good looking . smell good nose as well . pale malts caramel malts pineapple and lemon notes . some grapefruit for sure and touches of orange peel . very citrus and fruity . nice stuff . taste nasty . some pale malts up front and notes of sweet caramel then a harsh boozy middle and finish . lots of alcohol some pine as well as an off putting burst of cough syrup . pretty rough . bold and unappealing aftertaste of alcohol bitter hops and cough syrup . perhaps some fain fruity melon and pineapple but hard to detect with all the booze and cough syrup . palate medium body and medium carbonation . a little rough on the palate goes down alright but finishes quite harsh and hot . slightly dry on the palate . this is pretty boozy and tough to get through . overall this is like my favorite football team a solid first half then they fall apart in the second half . i had some high hopes for this one but in really did suck . lots of booze and cough syrup and a harsh hot feel to boot . hopefully itll do better mixed with yin . edit mixed was actually pretty good . the hoppy nose from the dipa still came through which was probably the best part of the experience and the cough syrup flavors were much more restrained . if i had to drink yin and yang again i d definitely mix them .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a clear bright orange color with a small bone white head on top that has decent staying power . s faint smells of oranges and honey and quite a bit of booze . smell reminds me a bit of apple cider vinegar and copper . not a real great combo . t tastes are of orange peel honey and a fair amount of booze . also some caramel and vanilla as the beer warms . m mouthfeel is quite smooth and creamy for a pilsner but then again this is n t your average pilsner either . quite warming which is not a surprise at the abv . d i m not a huge pilsner fan so i do n t think i d want to drink this all this time but it goes down smooth and easy for such a strong beer . on a side note i really enjoy the label art of the jacked and tan honey bee .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance . hazy light amber gold . just a little white sticky head that leaves some spotty lacing . smell . big piney citrusy hops sweet caramel and some toasted light grains . smells great . taste . floral citrus hops pretty stong toasted light grains a little honey and booze . lasting toasty bitterness . mouthfeel . medium full body with smooth medium low carbonation . just a little warm alcohol . overall . a decent iipa . flavours seem a little harsh and it s a little boozy but not too shabby .,aroma,0.9,1
so i had this on tap before and now i found it at a local store . decided to try the bottle . it had a smoother taste which could be due to the freshness or quality of the keg i was drinking out of . this was bottled on . red amber color . clear . bubbley head . very bitter citrus smell . sweet to the taste . immediately you get a nice hoppy bite not too strong slighty citrus malt taste . smooth dry finish . the bite on the hops did n t seem as prominant its smoothed out by the sweet malt flavor . still a bit of a bitter hop after tast but i really enjoy this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz bottle into a snifter . a beautiful red color with one inch white foam that disapates quickly upon drinking although decent lacing on glass throughout . s very fruity slightly sweet . quite inviting actually . t fruity . tart but not the way any other lambic i ve ever tasted . disappointing really . m light medium . tart and not overly carbonated . d very seasonal but there are much better coices out there . does not taste like a lambic but more like a sour fruit ale . would not drink another .,aroma,0.7,1
i m not a big fan of lobster . lets see how this one plays out . holy crap . abv pours a clear golden color with white head that quickly dissipates . smells vaguely of hops . very faint odor . doesn t taste bad at all . you can definately taste the alcohol the hops hit first followed by the sweet balance of malt which in turn converts to the burn of alcohol . i keep tasting butter but i think that s becaue it keeps making me think of lobster . very smooth on the palate a nice balanced carbonation level and no unpleasant after taste . it s drinkable . i ca n t imagine pounding something with an abv this high over and over again but it s certainly not a beer i d be opposed to drinking again . though probably not very often .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a clear acrylic tumbler . no glassware to be found but i do n t think that will matter . darker than i expected . head almost absent left a thin ring at the top of the brew that dropped with the level . no lacing whatsoever . aroma is there . just not good . taste is the same . close to corona not a lot of flavor . mouthfeel high carbonation thin . overall not a good beer for my tastes almost a drain pour . maybe a bad batch . wo n t buy again .,aroma,0.2,0
i recently bought a case of harbour gold and was quite impressed with that beer so i figured i would give this one a shot . i have n t had any other beer from this brewer ml bottle purchased from the lcbo the beer to me tasted sour . i think something went wrong with this bottle somewhere along the line . i tried to taste past the sourness and get to the underlying character of the beer but ultimately after a few sips it was a drain pour . i think that there was potential in there somewhere . hopefully they can get this cleared up . i would like to see some smaller canadian brewers doing well .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from the bottle into a half pint glass . color is a beautiful deep copper almost red . lacey nice head enough for taste but not too much . a light mouth followed by a rich wide bitter taste that lingers on the tongue . citrus notes with mild spiciness on the sides of the tongue . this makes it easy to quaff yet still satisfying to linger over . paired exceptionally well with cold sesame noodles . the beer cleansed the palette without overwhelming the subtleness of the food . my wife not a beer drinker was intrigued by the color and when given a taste she greatly enjoyed it .,aroma,0.6,1
bought this in july in burlington vt . appearance indeed ruby colored with weak little head . smell wow . i was n t expecting this at all . incredibly hoppy honey almost strawberry jam sticky hop smell . taste i found it a little too watery at first which was a dissapointment . i could barely taste any malt at all . the hop character that started off slow as well built up some momentum after a few sips and saved the day . another intriguing brew with an awful label from ray mcneil .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a orange golden color that looked flat at first . after pouring a little more aggressively i got a nice inch and a half head in my hennepin tulip that left good lacing . the smell was pretty vague for me . can pick up on some floral and citrus hops and sweet caramel malts . the taste was more than i expected . roasted nuts some hoppy bitterness dill and some chocolaty malt flavors . depending on how you let it leave your tongue you can get some sweet or slightly tart aftertones . the mouthfeel is light and refreshing . exactly what i was looking for with a little more on the flavor side to boot . the local store just got this in . if they ll keep it in stock i ll be frequently purchasing it throughout the summer .,aroma,0.6,1
after trying other horrible macro adjunct lagers you can say im less than thrilled to try another . fellow ba mob sa oh . the places you ll go . you ll be on your way up . you ll be seeing great sights . you ll join the high fliers who soar to high heights . you wo n t lag behind because you ll have the speed . you ll pass the whole gang and you ll soon take the lead . wherever you fly you ll be best of the best . wherever you go you will top all the rest . except when you do n t . because sometimes you wo n t . i m sorry to say so but sadly it s true that bang ups and hang ups can happen to you . you can get all hung up in a prickle ly perch . and your gang will fly on . you ll be left in a lurch . you ll come down from the lurch with an unpleasant bump . and the chances are then that you ll be in a slump . and when you re in a slump you re not in for much fun . un slumping yourself is not easily done . dr. seuss when i embarked on the canquest i had no idea just how much macroswill existed in cans although i know now . seeing light lager or american adjunct lager in the style column only reminds me of the slump part of all of the places that the canquest has taken me . and on that note . my pour resulted in two fingers worth of foamy bone white head exploding with co bubbles that fell like a souffle when the door is banged closed . it did leave some nice lacing as a parting gift though . color was a golden yellow with ne plus clarity it gave me x ray vision allowing me to see through walls . nose was an unholy combo of metallic cereal and a light lager ish sweetness as a reminder of what could have been . mouthfeel was thin to medium with a bland watery taste in the mouth . full flavor read the can and yet i found myself wondering full of what . finish was equally bland and boring . it is not that this tasted bad or foul it just did not taste at all . oof .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a rich copper color with a very tight off white head about two fingers thick which recedes to a halo of foam that lasts to the bottom of the glass . smell is a little flat . some burnt caramel and a little bit of orange citrus . taste is off the rocker though . this is basically dogfish head minute without the bitterness . lots and lots and lots of strong orange citrus flavor backed by a nice sweet caramel balance with a mildly bitter finish . mouthfeel is nice and creamy . drinkability is off the charts . all of that flavor without a palate destroying bitterness and an abv that hovers just over the session beer range . i ll take another six pack or two please . found this at sunflower market . first time i ve ever seen it . for . a pack on sale . a real deal great beer i ll get another pack if it s still there next time .,aroma,0.6,1
a light brown golden color almost honey like in appearance . translucent with no sediment or haze . poured with very little head . s bananas nuts hints of clove reminded me a tad bit of some hefeweizen yeasts . but honestly the more i smelled it it truly just smelled like banana bread . t flavor is definitely muted compared to the scent . similar elements though . bready malts and yeast banana and some hop bitterness as well . m relatively light body and carbonation . approximately similar to an esb style texture . o not bad overall but definitely is a novelty beer . smells fantastic and tastes ok . i ca n t imagine buying it again .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at rfd an orange copper color with minimal off white colored head that dissipates quickly leaving behind some nice lacing . aromas of hops and oranges seem to dominate . not much else is detectable . the taste is quite different than other apas with a sweeter profile that blends very well with the hop flavor . seems more like an ipa or even a mild double ipa in terms of the hop presence and aftertaste . a bit more sour in the back of my throat over time than i would like hence the lower score . lower abv and the taste make this a beer that can be had over and over . overall this is an enjoyable beer with some interesting characteristics and worth a try .,aroma,0.6,1
oak aged batch picked up at liqour world in fayetteville ar pours an effervescent straw with fingers of eggshell colored head . murks a bit a the bottom as you d expect from a bottle conditioned beer s horse blanket lemons fades over time t lemons sourness grassyness funky acidity up front . green apple peels dirt sourness dominates as this warms along with dryness along with a touch of lemons grapefruits more tartness acidity . finishes with much citrus acidity grainyness was close to a . mf pretty smooth but the acidity does detract a bit up front . medium bodied with hints of stickyness as this warmed but the vigirous carbonation balanced this out drinks very easy for the abv sourness everything else going on . probably the best jp bier i ve had by far . easily on of the best american sours i ve had .,aroma,0.7,1
pours with copious amounts of creamy tan head . brilliant copper body that almost glows . a very appetizing appearance . fresh sweet and spicy on the nose . immediately noticeable alcohol . light scotch whisky presense . fused with coriander caramelized sugars pine aromas and a sweet malt presence . very powerful . a rush of malty flavors quickly subdued by a charcoal woody presence . spicy and tangy suggesting coriander and curry . big peat smoke and black licorice flavors in the finish dominated by a massive almost overbearing barley flavor . notes of sweet toffee and caramel round out the finish . unforunately there is a very long and pungent aftertaste that is loaded with a burned barley flavor and tons of smoke . faint hop presence as it warms . mouthfeel is a little heavy and not quite as creamy as i would expect from more of a scottish ale than a scotch ale . drinkability is so so . it was a unique example of the style but a little difficult to consume . i left disappointed since i am a big fan of this style . it is doubtful that i would purchase another .,aroma,0.8,1
visiting toronto pulled this of the local liquor control shelf as a local . i ve traveled all over and this is about the worst beer i ve had since brewii in baltimore in . that says alot . love thetaps logo that was the only good feature of this beer . big daddy,aroma,0.2,0
brownish red in color similar to yuengling lager . not to an overpowering hop smell but a good bite on the taste hoppyness similar to a lighter ipa . thin mouthfeel not as much body as i would expect from and amber ale but would probably make it easy to drink several of these or enjoy it on a hot day . very enjoyable brew would purchase again .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance amber colored crystal clear . no head . smell little hop aroma . needs much more . very not to style taste nice hop crispness . malt is not complex . good balance . no hop harshness . lacks overall complexity . mouthfeel like it should be . nothing really stands out . drinkability a nice introduction to ipa to the bmc folks but there are much better examples of the style out there .,aroma,0.3,0
nice to have this brewer readily available in alberta . dark cloudy brown with a nice tan head that receeds slowly into a tan cap . nice rye crystal malts with a very fragrant peppercorn aroma . never have i experieince such a beer aroma . peppercorn flavour is quite a shocker first . luckily smooth rye malts help wash that away . finish is slick and peppery . nice medium body . carbonation is lower which helps with the pepper heat . interesting take on a beer . i like peppercorn sauces so i found this to be quite an enjoyable experienc but i can see others being turned off .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle . pours a translucent dark ruby color with over an inch of frothy head . tons of lacing . aroma is piney and citrusy hops . some sweet caramel malts as well. taste is piney bitter hops up front with some caramel malts . floral and piney at the end . slightly oily and resinous . nice blend of malt and hops but i was hoping for a bit more hops on this one . overall im digging it and would have it again .,aroma,0.9,1
we ve all drank it and i m sure had mixed feelings . in my opinion its not as bad as everyone says . for a macro lager made for mass consumption it has more flavor than one should expect . typical appearance for a lager and a distinct pretzel flavor . the mouth feel is crisp and refreshing which is it s best quality . i m not arguing that its a great beer just good for what it is .,aroma,0.4,0
for a wheat ale i did n t really like this beer . i was expecting a typcial wheat beer with a hint of banana like it mentions . i guess i did n t read the description well enough because a lot of spice pepper clove comes through instead . i found the spices to be overwhelming and left me with a bad aftertaste .,aroma,0.8,1
highland gaelic is my favorite beer but i still want to review it . absolutely the best beer i ve ever had with food . seeing a pint glass of gaelic always makes me happy . nice creamy head in my masters tumbler fades to a little outside line of bubbles . looks like dark iced tea . roasted malts dissolve to west coast hops . go ahead have or of em .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from an . oz bottle into red wine glass . a reddish amber . while clear there are large and numerous chunks of sediment floating around . a finger of off white head rises with moderate retention before falling to a thin cap . minimal lacing . s dark sweet rich bread . faint notes of caramel and chocolate along with a good deal of berries and other dark fruit . briney almost vegetal aroma mingles with noticable alcohol and phenols . the combined result of the salty aromas approaches something like rubber and cheese . really interesting . t strangely and disappointingly flavorless . not sure what happened here . modest sweetness starts off with some flat and subdued notes of bread crust and caramel . a little bit of alcohol pops up with faint phenols and some of the briney flavor from the nose . finishes with a mild bitterness . m decent medium body with a moderate to soft carbonation . seems a little watery on the back end at times . d fairly drinkable . not really bad from a flavor perspective just extremely lacking . a pass overall with all the other great examples out there .,aroma,0.9,1
looks beautiful . nice straw gold big rolicking white head . settles slowly to a nice dense thin head . loads of white lacings coat entire glass . aroma is disappointing.slightly grainy little bit of caramel sweetness . nothing special . grainy at first gives way pretty quickly to caramel . finish could use some work it just sort of . ends . needs some hopping to bulk up the backend . nice smooth mouthfeel with good carbonation . very drinkable nice for a hot summer day .,aroma,0.6,1
while in alberta a few years ago i had the chance to try kokanee gold which i remember enjoying somewhat . unfortunately the gold version does n t seem to exist east of manitoba so i ve never actually had it since and instead settled on some of the regular stuff . ml tall boy can . an aggressive pour produced a two finger head which quickly dissipated to lacing in a few minutes . the brew is a pale amber yellow colour actually looks pretty good for what it is . the smell is pretty unimpressive a bit hoppy some alcohol . the flavour is alright as far as macro lagers go . there is nothing really offensive it s rather crisp with a hoppy finish . moderately high carbonation and feels pretty thin in the mouth . it s quite easy to drink down as well . as far as macro lagers go this is a pretty solid entry but do n t expect anything new or even particularly notable . at the same time do n t expect much of anything particularly bad either .,aroma,0.4,0
had on tap at the bj s in el paso tx . a served avertually black with a good two finger head that lasted quite a while and lots of lacing throughout . s has a mild roasted malt aroma with a good bit of sweetness mixed in . t taste is a mixture of coffee toffee and a hint of chocolate . fairly clean finish . f full body very cream and smooth . very well balanced.goes down very easy . o excellent porter . at first i thought they had served me the stout by mistake . this is a lot more enjoyable than than most of the beers they serve . well worth a try .,aroma,0.6,1
a newer cl can best by date was one day later than the rest on the shelf with a different motif . pours a light clear yellowish gold w bit of head that does n t stick around long but leaves a thin lacing . s faint pale malt unidentifiable but undeniable light fruit notes bits of grassy hops and slight skunky aroma probably from the hops . i think this is the first time i ve ever written this but the aroma seriously reminds me of urine . t m slightly sweet upfront w bits of pale malt and a slightly dry grassy herbal finish . aftertaste is balanced w faint residual sweetness lingering . carbonation is moderate and balance is good . light bodied . d fine but this is the first time i ve had a beer that tasted okay but smelled foul .,aroma,0.4,0
i ve had lots of american strong ales but not many english ones . this one was clear and brown with only a thin ring of head evident . aroma was of strong rich malt . no hops noticeable . it was nice . taste was primarily strong rich malt . there was a slight bitterness with a little spiciness . the aftertaste was bitter but there was a bit of a solvent taste as well . mouthfeel was smooth and there was a fair amount of body to it . drinkability has to take a little hit because of the solvent flavor at the end . it was n t ethanol and it definitely was n t an ester or diacetyl .,aroma,0.8,1
brewed with northwest row and caramel malts website says no wheat hopped with perle and tettnager and feremented with red and black raspberries . pours out to a slightly hazy deep ruby red with bit o stuff hanging out.forming an off pink soapy head with average retention and minimal lacing . carbonation is moderate . aroma is wonderful . lots of raspberries but not overdone like say lindemanns and not fake syrup like norwester . mouthfeel is flittering with a light body and very snappy finish . taste is like a decent golden ale with a well balanced amount of raspberries thrown in . hardly any hop character hrmm . that would be good . a raspberry weizen ipa with a mild amount of bitterness in the watery finish . malts are gamey and corny . i need more malt . more hops . this is decent stuff but really would benefit from more malt and hops . thin body very brief finish and lacking a good beer taste . still it s one of the better raspberry ales out there .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer is meant to drink from the can my quintessential camping fishing beer so much better than other macro products i ve had it on tap but i got ta say i like it better straight out of the can and pretty cold at that by those standards this is my favorite all day beer in the spring and summer months a great value in a sweet beer .,aroma,0.6,1
reserve as recommend on the accompanying card i only pour a few ounces of the triple bock at room temperature . it pours like soy sauce and looks exactly the same . there is absolutely no carbonation to speak of . swirling the liquid in a large burgundy glass a thin yellow coating remains on the glass . even sitting two feet away from the glass the aroma is very strong . it is very sweet with hints of very old wine and balsamic vinegar without the bite . the waves of the aroma come and go so infrequently that they seem to have a life of their own . bringing it to the nose it is almost overpowering . it is sickly sweet with hints of molasses and vanilla . bringing it back through the nose into the back of the mouth it already feels like i am drinking it the smell is that strong and lingering . i think the best way to describe it is pungent . i am actually concerned about what i am about to drink the first taste is surprising quite different from its aroma . it s still sweet but definitely a bit sour . it s like drinking raisin juice if such a thing existed . the mouthfeel is very odd since i ve never had a beer that was n t carbonated it has the consistency of thin maple syrup . it also tastes thinner than it smells . the aftertaste brings back hints of its aroma which is not entirely pleasant . as i continue to drink it now seems to get a little salty bringing me back to my initial impression of its similarity in appearance to soy sauce . there is absolutely no hint of alcohol which is surprising considering how much is contained in there . also if hops were used to brew this they sure are hidden well . since it was initially served at room temperature it finishes exactly as it started . i remember the hype when the samuel adams triple bock was introduced around years ago . having finally tried it it is a mixed bag . it has an interesting taste definitely the most malty sweet brew i have ever had but the other characteristics make this hard to recommend wholeheartedly .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bomber from a friend for he got it on sale . poured into a chouffe tulip . no dating info that i can find . appearance very clear goldish orange color . one inch of head recedes to about a quarter inch then eventually just a layer . tight bubbles that stick to the glass in sparse patches at the top but no lacing otherwise . aroma very musty maybe some orange peel . lemongrass and some floral notes emerge after a bit . the best part of the beer in retrospect . taste orange at first maybe white grapes . definitely herbal too but ca n t place what it is . sweeter than i expected in the middle but a semi dry finish with the juicy citrus flavor apparent in the aroma sticking around . mouthfeel lots of carbonation as expected and very dry on the tongue in the finish . drinkability not sure i d want to drink more than one of these kinda glad i split the bomber but the abv is not apparent . it s hard to give this beer average scores because it s good but just not good for the style or for the brewery . a decent wild ale to try once but not worth seeking out .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a somewhat blush shaded cranberry into a tulip . has thin slightly off white head . i m not sure exactly how old the bottle i have is but i would estimate mid to late nineties . smells exactly like strawberry jam with a very subtle hint of tartness . pure strawberry fruitiness with a slight tart bite . small bit of oaky corkish flavor . fizzy and light very thin . tangy finish . would be a nice treat on a hot day or with a snack i m having mine after work with a plate of samosas but never somethin i would drink more than one of or more than one in a . .say hour period . if i wanted pop i d hit up a vending machine .,aroma,0.9,1
ounce bottle poured into a snifter . nice and clear amber orange color with plenty of sticky head . smells of maple bread grassy hops and a bit of apple . i only got a little maple in the initial taste but plenty of malt sweetness . the finish is pretty dry and a little mouth puckering not from the hops but the dryness . diacetyl comes through a little strong . i m pretty let down by the taste . the mouthfeel is much lighter than i expected it to me ranking in somewhere between light and medium . the carbonation level is medium . the finish is extremely dry . i do n t think i ll be picking this up again but at the for the bomber when i was looking to try something new i do n t regret the purchase .,aroma,0.8,1
i m not a huge fan of the fruit beer movement but this brew was recommended while i was on the bbc brewery tour . i gave it a shot and thoroughly enjoyed a fruit beer that combined the interesting characteristics of a strong dark ale with subtle but significant raspberry flavors . the only comparison i can think of is three philosophers and this brew blues that blend out of the water . it has a black brown appearance with a fair head . the aroma is dominated by malt and raspberry . there are hints of chocolate to keep me interested . the flavor profile is more complex . while raspberry notes pop up occasionally and dominate the finish there is a significant coffee and chocolate presence in addition to some funkier sour notes . the brew is well bodied and quite drinkable given its alcohol content .,aroma,1.0,1
appearence pours a dark brown with ruby hints . on top is a decent beige head that dies down to practically nothing . smell smells nice and tasty with chocolate and molasses notes . very little hop aroma but still strong enough to balance the brew . taste and mouthfeel the taste is typical of a porter . molasses and coffe notes as well as chocolate with decent hops and a bittersweet finish . but nothing stands out . it seems like something is missing to make this beer really stand out . the mouthfeel is medium bodied and a bit flat . drinkability and overall like i said this is a typical porter with nothing wrong with it but nothing making it stand out . with that said it is highly drinkable and one i would n t have a problem imbibing all night . not bad . thanks to rajendra for the bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
after getting my ass severly kicked by the dogfish head minute ipa i had to take a serious break to detoxify my palate . after gearing myself up i cracked my minute ipa with great expectations . the beer pours to a generic goldish orange . its nose is bold and attention grabbing with a deep dank tart hoppiness . this beer has a slight hint of a head that disappears immediately and leaves a lousy lacing . this dfh selection immediately slaps you in the face with its abruptly loud bitterness . i might have to say that this is the most bitter beer i ve encountered . most hoppy beers are at least rich with alcohol for a dynamic flavor . this one is just piney spicey hops instead of the floral or fruity variety . one might argue that this beer has a slightly soapy taste with hints of astringency . there is no good maltiness to speak of here and i m left thinking that the beer is punishingly hoppy without any redemption . that is until i belch . best hops belch ever . overall a nice beer for the hop junkies but just not enough dynamic flavors here for me . i was left with the nagging feeling that there is something in here i just do not care for . i will keep seeking of dfh beers after two lackluster experiences with the and ipas . i m a huge minute fan though . maybe this particular choice had sat in my local pub for a few days too many .,aroma,1.0,1
pour oz bottle to pint glass . clear pale straw color with a decently formed white head . even leaves some lacing . nose no skunk just plain ol corn and grain . mouth surprising heft of flavor . not as watery as your average pale lager . lightly toasted cereal grains with a touch of adjunct sweetness . inoffensive . semidry sort of slimy and astringent on the palate . high drinkability low desirability .,aroma,0.3,0
the beer is cloudy red pink a light pink head recedes quickly leaves no lacing . the smell is complex earth horse stable sour milk sweet berries . the taste does not deliver some sourness lemon blueberries and a metallic note . medium carbonation somewhat fizzy . this was hard to decide on the smell was really intriguing but taste more mediocre . an bit hard to imaging when it will be really good to drink .,aroma,0.9,1
one of my old favorite back in my cegep s years . nice lucid and yellow gold color great carbonizations . a skunky smell very skunky but it make you love skunks that why pepe is cool . . a good mouthfeel nothing great but not bad at all too . the taste is refreshing light with no great distinct aromas emerging from that beer . a good beer to drink lightly when you invite friends over .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle courtesy of vonschplieffen into a duvel tulip . a clear pale amber body with two fingers of creamy white foam . good retention and lacing . attractive . s uggh . the first aroma to tease my nostrils is a sharp acrid apple cider like cider that s been left out at room temp for a few days . it s terrible but intriguing . as i intrepidly inhale more of the . odor let s stick with odor the rotten apple gives way to straight silo hot rancid malt like what i d expect from sticking my face into a horse s feed bag . uniquely disgusting . t i really do n t want to taste this but here goes . yeah this is awful . the gross fruitiness starts things off followed by the dry husky astringent malt . as bad as the malt is it s better than the putrescent acidic fruit . i love apple juice but i so so do n t want to let it curdle in the sun all week before mixing it with weak grainy beer . this is absolutely horrid . m surprisingly substantial body with moderate sharp carbonation . a little sticky . i m impressed at the amount of body for a beer but when the flavors sticking to my cheeks are so awful i wish they would just wash away cleanly . d i m incredibly slow to drainpour a beer but this one is absolutely trying my patience . everything about it is offensive but it s such a weak light beer that the offensiveness can only go so far . i guess that s good for this category . maybe . notes this is the third cavalry beer i ve tried and they just keep getting worse and worse . hatch plug was n t bad nomad was poor and this is just disgusting . i hear decent things about the big wally but i ca n t say i m in any hurry to try it . i really want new ct breweries to succeed but i ca n t imagine that they will if they do n t improve their offerings . the worst part is that i really do n t think that this beer is infected but just really really bad . buyer beware . cheers .,aroma,0.3,0
aroma was extremely muted . i honestly could barely decern anything malt or hop wise . if i almost put this beer in my nostrils i can get some light pine with some hints of citrus and pale malt . luckily the taste of this beer is better than the nose but still nothing to write home about . bitterness is really the summary point of this beer which is the exact opposite of how i prefer my hops . i do appreciate the bitter finish but could not have more than a pint of this w o having a cracker pretzel to clean the hop resine off my tounge . his beer has an excellent bitter finish . the bubbly mouthfeel combined with the bitter ending is mildy enjoyable . this is a step down from most of the ipas i like but others may like like this more me i m more of a hop aroma heavy guy especially for a wet hopped ale .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance burnt orange snow globe . i m guessing yeast particulates float around the medium size bubbles . smell grapefruit peach yeast when it warms . under ripe orange with rind on the back mouthfeel thicker and more yeast on the back of my throat than is normal for an dipa or i like from one . overall not into it . why so much yeast . why boast hops when they are n t complex well rounded or that forward in the nose or flavor . yet it is n t malty enough to imagine they are hiding .,aroma,0.8,1
blueberries blueberries and blueberries.that s all i could smell and taste with this beer.yuck.this beer had a very small head that quickly diminished.the body was carbonated and slightly hazy.the hue was orange and there was very little lacing.the nose was what else . blueberries . the flavor was . blueberries . the mouthfeel was smooth slightly tingly and light bodied.no thanks .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a cloudy dark orange . very small head with no retention at all . some spotty lacing though which is surprising . smells of banana and bread . some floral citrus coming through also . taste is way off on this . extremely tart and sour . this is unlike any other oktoberfest i ve had and i m not really sure about it . i was looking forward to this as i m in an fest mood but this was dissappointing . a little metallic twang in there as well . i had to pour this one out i m sorry to say . a little crisp with medium to high carbonation . watery and thin . this is just an unpleasant experience all around . i love supporting local craft breweries but this is just wrong . i will not get this again . avoid .,aroma,0.6,1
poured an orange color which surprised me because i was expecting purple or red from the raspberries . did n t have much head but left lots of lacing . very carbonated bubbles stream up from bottom almost like champagne . smells amazing . smells like raspberry muffins with the sweet and tangy fruity smell and the bread y yeast y almost sour smell of muffins . does not taste nearly as good as it smells . raspberry taste is very muted almost would n t even know it was there . really not a lot of flavor at all . mouthfeel is way too watery even for me and i prefer a lighter body . the carbonation is nice though . very drinkable only because it s so light . overall it s ok and i would buy it again especially considering its price . if only it tasted as good as it smelled .,aroma,0.9,1
i had to get a bottle of this so i could see why it was so terrible . i kid . here comes a review with the open est mind i can muster . looks to be an orange apricot color with a light chilly haze that makes me try to wipe condensation off my pint that is n t there . the head is an irregular film of tiny bubbles sustained by a fleet of little bubbles rushing up in columns from the bottom . smell is non existent . after a few sniffs i began to wonder if i had a head cold . upon further review and a little beer on up my nose i detect musky old basement and corn chips mixed with ambiguous citrus zest and cheap triple sec . even if this was prominent it would still be repulsive . the flavor definitely reminds me of bud with old corn chips and mold but this has a more prominent slick graininess that reminds me a bit of a hefe . sadly the spices taste very artificial like cheap fake orange candy and orange zest followed by a hint of . maybe nutmeg . it s some indistinct spice that probably is n t real . feels bold and silky with a gentle swarm of carbonation that is really quite well done . but this leaves an odd film in my mouth . this is n t really too bad and definitely a step up from bud light regular . i do n t think i ll ever try this again but it was worth the experience .,aroma,0.3,0
poured out of a oz bottle into a sierra nevada pint glass . a amber colored with a thick white head that lasts quite a while . the head rose out of the top of the glass and was nice and fluffy . leaves some real nice lacing on the way down . s did n t really smell a whole lot . i smell the hops but nothing too disctinct . t relatively bitter from the hops medium bodied . the bulk of flavor is typical of an ipa pine and citrus balanced by malts . seems to be a great example of an ipa . there s all the traditional flavors and body typical of the style but it does n t kill your mouth with too many hops and unbalanced flavor . m you can feel the carbonation and it is medium bodied . leaves on a crisp note without making you pucker or feel like you need a glass of water . d the reasonable alcohol content makes this one a very drinkable brew . overall i m liking this pale ale more for what it lacks than what it has . it seems to be getting tougher and tougher to find a ipa with some hops that does n t beat you up with unbalanced sharpness and dryness .,aroma,0.6,1
poured this . oz . green bottle into a tripel karmeliet glass . no date on the label or cork . i have had this bottle since . a gentle slow pour revealed a crystal clear yellow gold body . a huge crisp white head developed despite the delicate pour . this slowly faded to a film . the second pour clouded the body to a butterscotch color . smell was like up only fruitier . very interesting . concrete and ginger . peaches blossomed as it warmed . i could smell this one all night . taste was lightly tart . fruit . sump pump water you know cool still and infused with concrete . not that i have ever tasted water from the sump pump . refreshing and smooth but a bit more bland than i expected based on the wonderful aroma . nicely mellow and subtle . mouthfeel was a bit thinner and less carbonated than expected . medium to light bodied .,aroma,1.0,1
a clear gold four finger head of moderate thickness nice color . smell the aromas definitly give out hints of grass and grain with small hints of hops and malts . t pretty average getting the malt upfront then finishes with light hops . pretty balanced . nothing crazy just pils . m thin carbonation is low .,aroma,0.4,0
graperuit had both tap and bottle tap is amazing bottle is decent i would almost argue that they put grapefruit juice in this beer . it is really good . just much better on tap than in bomber . if it s on tap get it . it tastes great . it smells better . warning . it will knock you on your ass .,aroma,1.0,1
a new beer from arcadia just sampled at ashley s in ann arbor . it s supposedly a witbier heavily flavored with raspberries and just a touch of honey . the berry aroma is all consuming . inches from my nose it s attacking my nostrils like a schoolbully . mixed with a mild citric floral quality . definitely dominated by fruit tangy berries especially . the flavor is likewise berry esque . the witbier is lost underneath mounds of candied cooked sugared raspberries . for what they re trying to do it s not bad so i ll certainly rate this as an above average beer . if i m picking raspberry seeds out of my teeth with new glarus rapsberry tart or lindemans framboise i m picking the raspberry jolly rancher wrapper out of my teeth with this one . intensely fruity . probably too much so considering the lack of oompf to the base beer . tastes a little too engineered . but you could definitely get some wine cooler fans to have one or two if you wanted to . and oh yeah the name is a pun . a very obvious pun . ha . ha ha .,aroma,0.9,1
. oz bottle poured into westmalle goblet . pours a dirty amber color with a huge yellowish head that fills the entire goblet and leaves cottony cloudlike chunks of lace all over the glass . completely covered . the smell is fruity and funky sweet . i get hints of candi sugar tart apple sour grape star anise dried orange lemon zest light tree bark and clove . tons going on here in addition to the funkiness of the brett . just layer after layer of aroma . the taste is very funky upfront followed by a musty spicy sweetness . get some notes of fennel and bitter grapefruit . the taste is somewhat champagne like in its dry crispness that is a little more of a funky dryness . mouth is fairly prickly and somewhat detracts from the tasting . i wish there was a little less carbonation and foam here . overall drinkability is nice with pretty agressive brett flavor that makes it difficult to work through . however i enjoy each sip . probably could n t do more than one of these but i like the one i have .,aroma,1.0,1
served in a brandy sniffer as directed by the bottle . i m drinking this at about a year old . unfortunately i never tasted it fresh so i ca n t make any comparisons . the beer is a reddish brown with a light tan head that disappears very quickly and leaves a few spots of lacing . the aroma is strong thick sweet and syrupy . including pine alcohol vanilla and oak . even after a year the hop flavor is still strong and up front . the malt sweetness comes next followed by strong hop bitterness . the bitterness hangs on a bit long and throws the balance off a bit . there also seems to be a bit of oak flavor though the label does n t mention barrel aging . mouthfeel is moderately thick and typical of of a barleywine . overall it s very nice i d like to see how it would do with another year or two to tame the hops down .,aroma,0.9,1
a minor touch of light through the center of glass . tight off white head that falls quickly . s smells off . some malt and chocolate but no coffee . instead there is a strong wet bar rag smell . t bitter chocolate malts and a touch of coffee . luckily the wet rag bit did not translate to the flavor . m medium coating with a tingle over entire tongue . d maybe one as the scent is quite off putting .,aroma,0.3,0
paid . for a bomber from bevmo in san jose ca . poured into a large snifter to review . small off white head that dissipates quickly . beer is dark brown in color . no retention minimal lacing . a nice balanced nose with caramel malts floral hops and a nice dose of sweetness coming from tropical fruits . the fruitiness keeps reminding me of pink bubblegum . taste is equally balanced with that same strange tropical fruitiness bubblegum that i just ca n t seem to pinpoint . medium body and a slick mouthfeel . nice carbonation levels and a medium length finish of balanced caramel malt and floral hops . oh yeah and there s that odd sweetness lasting into the finish as well . overall a very enjoyable beer and somewhat unique as well . hats off to lagunitas .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a pint glass clear with a light copper color . the head was thick dense a bit off white . a.very tempting looking beer . the aroma was clean woody spicey and fruity . the taste was caramelly nutty chocolaty and fruity.a nice well balanced taste . a light smooth mouthfeel with a clean light sharp finish and a touch of dryness . a very clean an refreshing taste.you ca n t get any more drinkable than this . the perfect everyday beer.the perfect beer to give to the bmc drinker wanting to try something different .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from oz bottle into a pilsner styled glass . appearance huge head of froth quite unexpected but welcome . fills the glass with froth with tiny bubbles rising from the bottom of the glass . beer color is a golden amber that is downright appetizing to look at . lacing is marginal . i actually am looking forward to tasting this beer . smell a slight hint of pumpkin and spice . not quite as much as i was hoping for here . a very light malt aroma much more hop than anything else . taste pumpkin and spices are upfront . maltiness comes second . very bitter in the hops department . this is not a style where hop bitterness would show up well . i do n t hate it but this is n t a beer i could drink easily . mouthfeel there is a sourness in the aftertaste that really does n t stick with me well . the first pumpkin taste upfront was quite nice but it was all downhill from there . drinkability well this would be some very drinkable stuff but that sourness hits and it gets all watery on my tongue . given the choice of one blue moon beer above all others i would take the wintertime seasonal . i looked long and hard for this one and it came up as a disappointment when i finally got a taste . worth a try but not worth a repeat .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into pint glass dark brown almost black in color no head at all . big chocolate smell hint of coffee . like the smell a big rush of dark chocolate with a touch of coffee flavor followed by a bit of an alcohol taste . lingering sweetness stays in the mouth . light carbonation rich and thick . definitely lives up to the mokah name a little too sweet and chocolaty for me .,aroma,0.9,1
i picked this up as a joke recently and had my friends laughing hysterically because i was taking notes . silver oz tallboy can with the message extra malted barley and select hops for extra gravity and slow brewed for exceptional smooth flavor . we shall see about that . also had written on it . abv . poured into my mug a golden tan body so we are off to a pretty good start . but then the head disappeared very quickly . scent was lemony mixed with medicine and a chemical smell that i ca n t quite put my finger on . it sort of reminded me of the lemon scented dishwasher detergent under my sink . a vaguely creamy mouthfeel that starts out ok but then the taste hits and it tastes just like it smells . the mouthfeel then becomes this thick creamy lemony chemical that overpowers . harsh aftertaste sort of like milwaukee s best but with the corn turned up to and intentionally excessive amounts of alcohol . im getting a buzz after only or has it been sips . i pour a little more into my mug . this is so revolting to me that i am going to have to resort to chugging to get the pain and suffering over with . i was going to review more beers today but after the steel reserve and its cough syrupy character my tastebuds are annihilated . i want to appologize for bashing this beer . it had been probably years since i last drank this stuff and i was thinking that since my taste in beer has matured over the years i would now be able to appreciate even this beer as long as i kept the style in mind . i do like strong beers double bocks smoked porters and barleywines but this did n t work for me i m just not into this style anymore . this beer brought to mind times long gone by of when i sat with my crusty punk friends in old dilapitated houses drinking this or camo or magnum and being very disrespectful to beer . this is why i did n t like beer until i was because this was all i was ever exposed to . i even had a hangover the following day and i only get those on new years and the day after my birthday . beer almost never gives me a hangover and to get one from just one oz can .,aroma,0.2,0
a . deep amber in color . even with an fairly aggressive pour there s very little head . s. malty with a hint of hops . most distinctive is a strong spice scent . t. sweet and again malty and spicy with the hops much more prominent than in the smell . the smell and taste greatly compliment each other . m. nothing incredibly distinctive here . stronger carbonation than i prefer . o . a great wintertime beer . i can see myself enjoying several of these next to a fire on a sleepy snowed in weekend . could n t see myself drinking these outside the late fall winter months but it s a seasonal brew anyway .,aroma,0.9,1
on a soccer trip deep into southeast pa i came across this local brewery and bought a case of this brew . very pleasant on the palate and no aftertaste . very nice body . a tad sweet . color and smell is nothing to get excited about . no doubt . if i can find it again.i will buy again .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark honey brown with some buttery head and decent bubbling . looks pretty refreshing for a barleywine and not as thick as i d expect with the bubbly . smells not so much and like ripe guava combination of the hoppy cirtus and sweet frutiness . with hints of peppered rye . pretty lacing for a barleywine . i know crazy . . tastes delicious . good citrus and sweetness up front with a lingeringly bitter intensely malty ending meaty rye flavors throughout . carbonation is small and tickling in otherwise smooth mouthfeel . unexpectedly it is just as thick as the next barleywine i ve come across . sizeable alcoholic warmth . for a barleywine this is dangerously drinkable but also a fair sipper . the rye is pervasive but not offensive and i would expect more overall intensity for a sipper type . this one s a keeper worth getting more of .,aroma,0.6,1
i m coming back to review an old stand by for me . a pale brown translucent a little bit of paler brown . huge nitro head that sticks like crazy and holds atop the beer . s nitro metalic smell malty underneath with very little hop smell . t good balance . flatter than the color suggests and hoppier too . there s more bitter here than i first thought before i tried it . not a heavy tasting beer at all . mf after the nitro fades it s pretty watery . it s got that cool watery coldness it s hard to describe . d you could drink these all night the . abv makes it a good session beer but the taste is pretty distinct and the watery mouthfeel would make you turn to something else . of course maybe that s just my adhd i have a hard time imagining drinking only one beer all night . heck as we speak my refrigerator has different types of beer . i just read the style blurb and i now realize it s the hard water that causes the cold watery mouthfeel . review edited accordingly .,aroma,0.4,0
this one pours a dark brown color with a small head that falls away to nothing very quickly and does n t leave any lacing on the glass . appears to have very low carbonation . the aroma is very roasty and has plenty of chocolate notes . smells very nice . the flavor is a bit more oily than i expected . the roasted is subdued and the chocolate is there but there is an oily thinness . i enjoy the flavor but it s lacking something . the mouthfeel is thin of the style in my opinion . the drinkability is just ok .,aroma,0.9,1
drank from a fl . oz . bottle purchased at connecticut beverage mart newington ct label read bottled on poured a translucent black with mocha colored highlights at the fringes of the glass . the thin film of fizz no head to speak of quickly faded to a tiny ring of lace . aroma was outstanding . rich and full with dry whole grain oats and sweet cereal like notes kind of like sticking your nose in a box of quaker oats . deep roasted malts and some peaty smokiness were apparent as well . the taste was full flavored with strong dry oatmeal like characteristics as well . some faintly detectable caramel malts up front before the oats and distinct dryness became apparent . the flavors became more intense as they moved to the rear of the palate with dark roasted malts espresso burnt coffee notes and a noticeable hop bite leaving the palate feeling bone dry . deep roasted malts and toasted oats carried into the long lived aftertaste . mouthfeel was medium bodied thinner then expected and a bit flat . drinkability however was quite good . i do n t think i have had an oatmeal stout that had such strong oatmeal like characteristics . while this beer has its imperfections its near perfect balance of flavors combined with its light body made for a pleasant and memorable drinking experience .,aroma,1.0,1
picked this up sort of randomly . liked the name and label . a munich dunkel too. cool to see some microbreweries making that . have n t had too many of those since i was in germany last . pours a dark iced tea brown with a frizzy head with maybe a little too much carbonation because i had to pour this very slowly . very good lacing and clarity . no visible carbonation . not exactly blackened . more like browned . does n t sound as fun . i m digging the aroma a lot . subtle smokiness with raisins and some crystal malt . the makings of a great dunkel . taste is a dunkel just like you d find in germany if maybe a little short . hints of the strength of the dark crystal smoke all on a very smooth pilsner base . a little cardboardy in the finish which makes it come off as stale or oxidized but not too bad . a little too much residual sweetness could finish a bit drier but the sweetness is accentuated by the very creamy and smooth mouthfeel . a little more carbonation would perk things up as well . a good take on a munich dunkel . one of the better ones i ve had in the states .,aroma,0.9,1
this seems at first smell to be a heffeweizen but after the first sip you realize it s an ipa style pale ale . overall an excellent beer . appearance reddish orange . not much red mind you but not totally orange either . excellent coloring just what you d expect a high quality beer to look like . . smell lemon orange hops wheat . it really reminds me of the nose i get off a really good heffeweizen spelling might be wrong but there ya go . it s a bright and inviting smell and makes my mouth water . taste bitter sharp lemon comes in strong with a hint of floral hops in the background . it s a very good strong taste without any of the funky metal aftertaste that sometimes follows the lemony taste . smooth but bold at the same time . although the lemon is a little overstated . mouthfeel thin but not watery . it could be a little thicker without damaging the effect but i m not complaining . overall a good solid beer for a good price . there are many better beers on the market and it s definitely not for everyone but for the price you absolutely ca n t go wrong . .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to julian for this one . poured a oz bomber into my chimay chalice pours . this beer pours a murky orange amber with a sticky white head . this beer has really pretty lacing . almost looks french . the aroma is oddly sweet . the floral nature of the jasmine really comes out in the nose . i really do n t know if the sweetness comes from the jasmine or the malt . not much hops in the aroma . wow the jasmine really works well in this beer . its big yet sublet . the crazy thing is hops really do n t come through at all . they really play second fiddle to the jasmine . the mouthfeel is full bodied with a light carbonation . this is a really easy drinking different ipa . honestly if i did n t know that it was an ipa i probably would never have guessed because the hops are really subdued . as a note i had this beer on tap at the spuyten duyvil and i found it much better .,aroma,0.6,1
i bought this beer at a christmas market in avignon france . i served it in a beer snifter . look it poured a nice straw colour quite fizzy . had a bad head retention but it did lace ok. nose very lagery and hoppy . reasonably fresh and a little bready and a touch smokey . taste big pils malt taste although still quite refreshing . lemon and malt flavours really dominate this beer . mouthfeel very thin but matches the style really . drinkability very quaffable but not really groundbreaking . could be a session beer if served on tap but i dont really get its purpose when it is bottled . seems like its too focused on the marketing and the nice pictures on the bottle than the actual product .,aroma,0.4,0
my first rye . poured a big ol head which took a while to die down to . brown but unlike so many typical browns i d call this sort of a warm burnt umber . the smell struck me as among the likes of a strong imperial ipa . yet the taste was a lot less hoppy than ipas more typical average beer . and yes i d say there are some flavors in common with rye based whiskey .,aroma,1.0,1
a deep dark brown with a thin lace of a tan head that sticks around and leaves some lacing . s very complex with sweet milk chocolate predominating mixed with a good amount of raisin smells like a raisin candy bar in a good way . also in the mix are light espresso vanilla and whipped cream . t not as complex as the nose but still tasty . lots of chocolate with a finish of the whipped cream the other flavors seem lost in the mix . it s a little like drinking chocolate milk and even more so like melted chocolate ice cream . m smooth and creamy . it s not the perfect creaminess that some stouts accomplish but it certainly comes close to the mark . d this is a good beer that i would be happy to have again in fact i m gon na have another one right now but in the end i d give it up to try something new in a heartbeat .,aroma,1.0,1
this stone imperial russian stout poured and inky black with a small dark tan head on top . the foam faded quickly to a thin ring around the glass leaving a few spots of lace behind . a malty aroma with some notes of coffee and nuts greeted me before my first sip . this medium to full bodied beer is smooth on the tongue . the roasted malt flavor is blended nicely with some coffee chocolate and nut tastes . towards the end some sour cherry and alcohol flavors mix in and remain behind after each the beer is gone . this is a very good full flavored beer that hides it s alcohol very well .,aroma,0.6,1
pours an orangish amber into a pint glass with very little foam . smell is very faint a little bit of strawberry and not much else . the taste however is just fantastic . the wheat beer flavor is at the forefront but the strawberry smooths it out wonderfully . it s not overly sweet nor is it entirely fruit foreward like some other fruit beers i.e . new glarus . a surprising find and worth a try if you see it .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer is pretty big . the actual abv . is and you can smell it almost like a whisky nose . not much on the nose exept alcohol and a little molasses . the viscous is like a thick dessert wine this is just a dessert beer . the mouthfeel is alot better than the nose taste of anise maple and sweet sweet malts . the sweetness is the only thing that covers all that alcohol.i recommend everyone to at least try this beer just for what it is . but at . a oz . bottle not everyone will i would rather have a bell s expedition stout .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bomber into a tall pilsner glass . the beer poured a clear golden color with decent carbonation forming a inch white head with minimal but noticeable lacing throughout . the smell was malty but faint nothing strong jumping off the beer . the taste was nice with a hoppy malt mix that finished with hints of alcohol . the beer was light bodied and crisp with nice carbonation throughout . i would fit this into the session category with the second one tasting just as good as the first .,aroma,0.6,1
i never heard of this lambic before so i ordered it on a whim that i might have found something good . it was kind of a let down though . the color is a very bright cherry red with a white head . it smelled like red jell o . that basically turned me off from it right there . i was about to just pass it on to someone else at the table without even tasting it . i took a sip and it was pretty sweet with a slightly tart finish to it that i liked a little . the jell o smell carried over into the taste as well . it really drank quite well for such a sweet lambic though . after i finished it i did n t feel like i just guzzled a glass of grenadine . it was okay to try for a sweet lambic but i would n t have it again .,aroma,0.3,0
i have a new favorite beer . . . . i ordered a pint of this at my local flying saucer and was kindly rewarded for trying something new . appearance very rich amber red colors with a nice head smell slightly hoppy but not a very strong smell taste sweet and smooth with no bitterness mouthfell very smooth and pleasant . heavier than a lager but not as heavy as some irish ales . drinkability this stuff is very easy to guzzle . i could almost drink it like water it goes down so smoothly . everyone sitting with me at my table tried this and everyone non beer drinkers included was very impressed . this is now my go to beer . . . .,aroma,0.6,1
source serving ml bottle dated months old smell delicate and complex but not dynamic . crisp orange citrus and wine drive most of the content with the orange aroma very real life . light herbal hops blend with a tart white wine note and sail high above the rest of the flavors . spice are complex and lay low in the background along with a touch of yeast banana and vanilla . very nice overall . taste decent but not quite on par with the nose . carbonation is over the top though the bubble burst with fresh citrus grape pineapple goodness on the tongue . starts out with lightly sweet and sour orange that is mellow and restrained . these mix with moderate spiciness that has decent depth but is mostly coriander and pepper . more like white wine in character than juice . dries out in the middle a bit with continued spice but elevated yeast and bread character with just a hint of caramel . finish has a deep lemon orange oil character and rich spiciness of increased depth and complexity definite pepper that melds with light brett . character . dries out as expected but does n t ever get too dry . has a pleasant lightly fruity white wine type high note . at only . this went straight to my head and is remarkably vinous . note for me this is not as refreshing as most saisons .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a clear pale orange color with a fluffy off white head that falls slow and laces well . aroma is crisp blend of citrus and hops slightly sweet wonderful . best part of the beer do do n t drink this on out of the bottle pour it or you will miss out . taste notes of sweet citrus an honey fade in to bitter hops you would expect from a good irish pale ale leaving a subtle but linger bitter finish mouthfeel moderately carbonated somewhat mild body . drinkability very good refreshing perfect for a hot afternoon,aroma,1.0,1
dark amber colour clear and bright . some dms malt toffee and something nutty on the nose . flavour intriguing mix of caramel toffee chocolate nut and something hard to pin down . apparently the wattle seed is roasted and ground according to flyer definite roast flavour but do n t know if that s the seed or the malt or the combination . low hop malt driven beer . best thing about this beer is the silky rich mouthfeel . do n t perceive . alcohol in flavour but felt it after a few schooners .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz extra thick wide bodied narrow necked corked bottle . brew in . it pours a cloudy orange tinged dark amber with just a few passing bubbles . the malt flavor is a bit of a disappointment . the taste of caramel and toffee while in the aroma is lacking in the flavor . instead tastes of tart apples karo syrup lemon juice and vinegar and salt come through . the rich sweet caramel aroma gives promise of a good malty aged stock ale . a damp earthy smell carries the odor of fermented apple cider and more distantly citrusy hops a citrusy tartness and slight sour taste sort of counter the sweetness but in an unbalanced pointless way . do n t let the fancy packaging fool you . this brew lacks character and a beginning foundation .,aroma,0.8,1
pours black with a thick creamy large bubbled cappuccino head . the aromas promise a dandy juicy dark fruit ester roasted coffee pineapple chocolate powder and molasses and hints of bubble gum . a silky mouthfeel slightly oily and a sharp carbonation that does n t bite too hard is quite enjoyable . dark fruits plum sweet tobacco notes and some coffee and cocoa but not like the nose indicated . a heavy dose of fruity piney citric hops is little off balance and lingers in the aftertaste . alcohol starts hot but softens as it warms allowing for easy drinking .,aroma,1.0,1
as dark as a doppelbock gets and with great head and lacing this ayinger creation is pretty damn smooth . the smell is what really blows me away . it s burnt malts sweet but then there s some sort of tang i ca n t place . almost sour. or funky . it s distinct . taste is great too the sweetness continues with some nice hop notes in the middle . it fills the mouth the bubbles take care of that more than the body . with the low abv and the nicely complex taste this one is a redrinker if you re into it . to be honest i m not that much . it s a little off for me . i could see someone drinking a whole pack to figure out the taste . but i only bought one . so i ll just content myself with looking at the nice little animals on the front of the bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer pours like any other beer and looks like any other beer but unfortunately thats where it ends . it has a bad smell but i do n t like pumpkins so ultimately this beer review may not be fair . the smell of pumpkin and spice is over whelming and not good . taste is not as overpowering as the smell and if i hold my nose and drink it is n t nearly as bad . overall i really dont like it at all it stinks but to be fair to o falllon i dont like fruit vegetable beers .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance golden clear medium head and high carbonation smell grapefruit and melon dominate taste honey melon hops and some florals mouthfeel way smooth and sweet for most of it then there is a bitter aftertaste which lingers in the mouth long after most aftertastes are gone . drinkability another win for founders . i was blown away by this beer . the alcohol is excellently hidden . if not for the high abv i would have several . an excellent beer for the style and for all beers .,aroma,0.7,1
initial impression from the pour does not impress as there is not much aroma and little head retention . the first sip reminds me a bit of sam adams boston lager but that quickly fades as the long malty finish disappoints . there is a touch of sweetness to this medium bodied clear amber lager but it leaves me wanting for more . while it may be a better alternative to the mass market lagers i ll not pursue it again .,aroma,0.3,0
thanks to chadquest for this brew first one i ve had from flossmoor station . this may be called a brown ale but it appears jet black with a coffee scum head that dissipates quickly leaving some swirls and decent lace . nose is of the coffee variety with some roasted malt behind it . it s mostly coffee though with a touch of earthy oats . very pleasant nose and a good rubbery cafe that is enough to carry the aroma . taste starts a bit metallic and in this case it hurts but after that its a balanced blend of coffee semi sweet malts and molasses to finish . this is definitely a stronger than usual brown ale and it s ok to be strong but combined with the long lingering sucking on zipper metal the taste suffers a great deal . it s unfortunate because the other flavors are really solid and i wish i could fully experience them . mouthfeel is more sticky and thick than your average brown ale and it might be too much for some but i happen to enjoy it . the molasses is very imposing in terms of taste and mouthfeel and it can get a bit much . drinkability is harmed a great deal by the metal and uneven alcohol strength molasses . this beer could be so much better that it s disappointing to point out its shortcomings . i feel bad giving this such a low score since i can see how good it could be but i could n t get through too much of this beer thanks to awyeh for jumping in to finish the job .,aroma,0.8,1
my first kuhnhenn and my th review . thanks to fear jay for this beer . april bottling . poured into a new holland high gravity series glass . pours a muddy deep brown with no head what so ever . evidence of carbonation just no head . aromas of dark fruits raisins prunes . smells like an aged oxidized barleywine . also some aromas of cherry pits . . first sip is alcohol dark fruits a little sweetness . again reminds me of an aged high gravity beer barleywine or a thomas hardy from the s . alcohol burn is very harsh . as it warmed there were some notes of cherries and dark chocolate . mouthfeel is full and coating . a little cloying . not that drinkable . i ll finish the bottle but you would n t want to drink this all night long . it s more of a sipper .,aroma,0.8,1
i know sam adams is somewhat of a love hate brewery on this site and i fall more into the love camp . i think they make some damn fine beers for the most part especially considering how big they are . i m a big fan of winter beers especially spiced ones . thank goodness for the wide availability of this one so when i go to places that have mediocre at best selections this can still usually be found in the winter that is of course . appearance is a clear dark orange with a small head and a little lacing . smell is almost non existant to me . taste is something else quite tasty obviously on the malty side with some cinnamon coming through . seems better then i recall it being in the past . very smooth on the palate seems to be going down faster then most beers i drink . like most good beers it tastes best as it warms a little . could stand to be heartier in body and alcohol for a ww but the way it stands its quite tasty and drinkable . i d never refuse one . unless there was something better of course,aroma,0.6,1
a poured the color of grapefruit pink with a small white head that quickly died down . s berry and more berry t strong raspberry flavor but very little beer flavor . some sips almost tasted like watered down kool aid . it reminds me of ab wildblue m thin and watery nothing particularly special i m conflicted on many of my ratings for this beer because on the one hand many of the attributes of this beer are on purpose like the pink color but at the same time it s not a beer i would pick up again . it falls solidly in the category of wildblue and leine berry weiss,aroma,0.8,1
i had really high hopes for this beer . i love the founders imperial stout and the breakfast stout so i was really excited to try the kbs . the kbs poured a rich black color . to me the smell was a little overpowering . this seemed more of a sipping beer and not a gulper . the alcohol taste was too overpowering to enjoy and it nearly masked the hints of coffee and chocolate .,aroma,0.7,1
growler poured into a tulip glass . a translucent gold with thin white foamy head which dissipates leaving a little lace . s lots of yeast some citrus notes . t crisp yeasty bready earthy some citrus acidity . m champagne like quite a bit of carbonation . o pretty standard example of a saison good but not great . i like this better from a bomber .,aroma,0.6,1
quart jug gt american pint no date pours a dark clear amber with a big froffy head that left sticky brown lace . robust carbonation present on pour . nose is poor . smells like metal.which worries me . a roasty flavor with a smooth chocolate malt crossed with a budweiser . start really well and ends really bad . .the initial roasted flavor gives way to a adjunct macro lager finish which mellows slightly as it warms . the mouth is medium and smooth . this beer looks great and smells bad . the distinctive packaging and the average taste add up to a drinkable beer if you choices are limited and you want to look ultra cool .,aroma,0.4,0
color is a gorgeous amber red . fluffy off white head holds up nicely . smell is faint like cupcakes baking in the oven as you approach the house no that does n t actually happen in my household . taste is complex . definitely getting a bready caramel malt . not as hoppy as i expected but the hops are delicious and balance the beer nicely . citrusy finish but not overpowering . i thought the hops would be more pronounced it s more like an english ale . but it s still a terrific beer .,aroma,0.6,1
kwik liquor north green river rd . evansville ind . usa says batch this looked and smelled quite nicely but everything else was rather ho hum . the colour was a medium leaning toward medium dark cloudy brown with a beautiful head . wonderful head retention too . this looked really nice in my glass . the smell was nice as well consisting of caramel and roasted grains but no really discernable specific profile . there was also a musty smell present as well that reminded me of a damp basement . i find this with some frequency in many belgian styles . taste was a bit of a dissappointment . it was n t bad but i felt it lacked alot of depth . it was sweet and had a decent flavour to it i suppose but it certainly had no complexity . i found it rather challenging to locate and pin down specific flavour profiles other than simply it s malty and sweet. . mouthfeel was a bit of a disaster for the style anyway as it was very thin and lifeless . this is surprising considering the size of the head and how long it lasted . overall i m glad i had the chance to review this but this simply is n t for me . my other one will most likely be used as trade bait .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours orange and clear . carbonation seems low . the head is very minimal even with an aggressive pour . white head that leaves alright lacing . s honestly not too much aroma . the bottle is about two and a half months old so not super fresh . i get a hint of pine and a hint of malt and not much else . not great but not bad so average . t very floral and quite a bit of pine with a big malt backbone . the malt gives this beer a pleasing fullness and nourishing quality . it definitely tastes better than it smells . pleasing bitterness that is n t ever overbearing and it sticks on the palate well into the aftertaste . this is a very nice beer to drink . m on the high side of medium with good carbonation . just about perfect for the style . i was pleasantly surprised by this one . at first the appearance and especially smell were nothing special at all but it makes up for it with the great taste . another good east coast ipa . would like to try this one fresh .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a majestic hazy blush gold with a modest white head that hides on the edges of the glass . not much lacing but oh well . the initial aroma is grass and hay from the yeast with a touch of cherry . very clean and gains strength with time . more of a sweet honey cherry smokey oak flavor with warmth which puts the first few whiffs to shame . served outside on a warm day it should be spectacular . i should mention that i ve had but one hoppe and two unearthlys at out of state beer bars and loved them both so i was ecstatic about seeing four of their selections at the local beer store this week . first sip is verrry complex on the palate but i ll take a stab at it the first thing i get is mustard seed of all things . i ve never tasted anything like it in a beer . mint oregano tomato ketchup grass oak trees a babbling brook and a partly cloudy sky may also be found here . and some vanilla and cherry . theres a dry bitterness attributable to the magnum hops but not an overwhelming hop flavor . they show up more on the nose . mouthfeel full for a saison yet it sits easily on the palate and has a pleasant spicy kick on the finish . speaking of kick there s a pleasant warmth building in my chest and buzzing in my legs as i tackle the final or so sips . with this beer southern tier has done nothing to remove itself from the top of my favorite breweries .,aroma,1.0,1
pours golden yellow with a finger head that covers the glass with lacing smell is faint pale malts and some earthy hops taste is solid good amount of pale malts and earthy hop with some slight bitterness mouthfeel is light kinda watery thin it has a nice creamy finish drinkability is great a beer with this kind of flavor and only . abv i just wish it was cheaper,aroma,0.6,1
finally got around to reviewing this . have had it at the brewery and on tap at toronado but this is my first bottle . a pours a rich and radiant neon ochre . this shit glows . not much of a head which is really the only chink in the elder s armor if it s even that with some residual puddles randomly residing across a viscous nectar surface . spiderweb lacing makes up for the lack of much head . a gorgeous beer . s and it begins . the nose explodes with ruby red grapefruit floral aromas tropical notes just loaded with fruity esters . an underlying sweetness ties it all together in one of the most complex and mind blowing noses i ve ever experienced . perfect . t and it continues . wonderfully hop forward with conspicuous grapefruit character additional citrus notes lemon lime oranges loads of pine needles and an underlying sweetness . not as great as the nose but still excellent . m prickly hops of course some mild warmth from the alcohol and some light carbonation . nice syrupy body . does n t get much better than this only different . an epic brew that will never ware on me ever .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a bone white head which dissipated to nothing . clear sienna yellow brown in color . smells rich and butterscotchy . taste does n t quite match the smell more of an ordinary lager with a little hint of caramel . really a very easy drinking ordinary beer which i could have any time in any quantity and the lady of the house agrees .,aroma,0.8,1
ml brown bottle la boucaneuse is a smoked red ale the boucane is french slang for smoke . a nice red color as an irsh ale no head at all . it s missing something . s. smell like a cheap barbecue . not very expresive . t the mouth is full of liquid smoke no body m thin beer . not a bad beer but nothing to look forward missing a bit of caracter .,aroma,0.8,1
batch drank dark ruby brown and golden tinged beer pours thickly into my chalice with very little head just a tan ring of foam . smooth melted creamy chocolate with tart raspberry kissed with dark fruits plums prunes and blackberries . up front almost cloying sweetness segues into bitter black dark chocolate like cocoa with tart raspberry and sour prune . the slightest hint of coffee and roast malt come out in the end . body is the perfect balance of slick thick . delicate carbonation makes for an awesome body . not super quaffable but extremely complex and tasty . a must have .,aroma,1.0,1
i will start off with the negative but there is not much to say except . . the beer had a hint of metallic flavor . not a deal breaker though . read on . appearance is great . nice a clear caramely color . smell is perfect for a high end american amber . taste is great . much like a boont amber ale or insert other sweet amber brand here . great . not much hops perfection of sweet caramely flavor . i wish it had just a cunny hair of more hops in it . mf . great . not too fizzy . just great . overall . great beer . maybe my new old faithful .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle into a sam a. perfect pint a its an ok dark goldish with amberish hues near the head poured a nice thick white finger head s its almost between some citrus and some pine not strong but its there t not exactly what i was expecting it didnt have the same as the nose and a bit astringent in the middle with little to no finish i wanted much more bitter in the front m not that lively really wet through out the whole sip didnt leave that dry i want this again and again finish you almost expect out of dipa s o d overall its ok at best with a name like hoptimus prime i was expecting an unsung hopslam or ruination drinkablity its an easy drinker but i doubt ill buy it again,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a chimay chalice . a poured a finger course white head that collapses quickly and left spotty lacing at best . brew itself was a reddish mahogany . s smells like a fresh field full of fruit with belgian yeast and sugary malts . there s a distinct flavor of grape gummies that i pick up . t starts with subtle sweetness and grapes or red fruit that develops and warms into a thicker version of those same flavors . finishes a bit alcoholic but not overly so . very balanced . finishes sweet and a little tart . m light to medium bodied and rather carbonated . finishes crisp and even . d this one is one you want to last . so complex but with such a light body that i could sip it all night concentrating on discover each and every ingredient .,aroma,1.0,1
i bought a single bottle of this and brought it home only to find it was just half full . after swapping it back at the store i brought a full one back to drink and review . appearance pours a very hazy golden orange color with a small head that dissipates quickly . a small collar and a few patches of lace last until the end . a great deal of suspended sediment is seen floating all throughout the glass . smell surprisingly not too intense . the nose is full of a sweet floral hop aroma . not much else is detectable . somewhat underwhelming for a double ipa . taste wow . the taste on the other hand is very intense and complex yet amazingly not overbearing . it starts out with a nice malt presence but piny citrusy and floral hops quickly begin to dominate . amazing hopiness . these flavors last through the entire taste and even intensify and become more pronounced until it s gone . the aftertaste is very clean and leaves no offensive flavors behind . mouthfeel smooth and goes down easy . medium to light bodied and pretty much spot on . drinkability exceptional . i should ve gotten a pack because i d definitely have another . and at . abv this beer can definitely be considered dangerously drinkable . this beer surprised me a lot . i expected a thick malty over the top beer like i m used to with double ipa s . but instead i got a balanced flavorful and easy drinking beer that i ll be seeking out again . thankfully i have all ounces to enjoy tonight .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle pours black and does not let much light in . moderate retention and lacing from a light tan head . nose is surprisingly metallic and mineraly . charred malt is about all else i get . really not a whole lot going on . disappointing . taste is some black patent malt and tangy minerals . not really very pleasant to be honest . not sure why but i was expecting a little more from this new brew . its watery metallic and lacks any sort of character . i would like to see at least a little sweetness and would a hint of hop character be too much to ask . im not even going to comment on the cold brewed nonsense on the label . this beer is a total farce avoid at all costs . guinness should be thoroughly ashamed of themselves for creating this monstrosity .,aroma,0.3,0
i was served a ounce sample from a growler filled at the brewery . a it poured a thin chocolate hue similar to an oolong tea or dr. pepper . it had a nice rich one finger off white head that produced a fine even lacing . s plenty of caramel malts herbal hops and a distinct aroma of alcohol . t there was an initial burst of sweet malts followed by a zesty hop induced purge of my taste buds . it finished with a clean slightly dry aftertaste that left my mouth ready for the next sip . m light to medium bodied with a pleasant character and respectful aftertaste . d oh ya . for an amber ale this one doest the trick . a decent well crafted beer . comment we sampled four beers from this brewery . two of the growlers had been previously opened but the amber and porter had remained sealed until the tasting . the amber was a good solid brew that i will eagerly try again .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a beautiful hazy honey color with a nice duvel esque head that sticks around . smell i ca n t pick up much here . some yeast and maybe hints of vanilla . taste nice big floral citrus taste up front that fades into some delicious belgian yeast and nice clean finish with the alcohol making it s presence known . not too sweet and not too dry . mouthfeel carbonated but not too fizzy . light to medium bodied brew that has a clean finish . drinkability for a stronger brew this one goes down relatively easy . i ll finish this bottle for sure . a nice well balanced offering from ommegang . very similar to duvel but more complex and fruity . for the price i ll buy this again .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours awfully dark into a tulip glass of course . the foamy head settles quickly in an uneven hilly formation . sticky lacing is apparent all over the top of the glass after two minutes . the first sip is heavy with alcohol but does not bite you with such on the aftertaste . it s representative of the darker flavors like dates and coffee but carries a delicious tart aroma which reminds me of the common belgian banana scent . drinkability is limited in the first few sips of a glass but the second two thirds go down like water . unibroue is a north american anomaly. exotic enough to be highbrow but local enough to be a source of pride . well done .,aroma,0.6,1
i feel like the grinch on this one . this was a very sweet tasting beer and reminded me of guinness with hershey s syrup mixed in . great aroma and appearance so i ll score it high there but the sweetness was a bit overwhelming on the palate . if you like chocolate or sweets then you might like this as it offers a range of tastes that run the gamut from bitter to sweet .,aroma,0.8,1
a bright reddish brown color with a good light brown head . excellent retention and lacing . s wow . full nose of citrusy hoppy goodness . some grapefruit and some tropical fruit in the nose . a very appatizing aroma . t a light sweetness up front before a big juicy hop balat comes through . primarily tastes of grapefuit and a little pineapple . the hoppiness lingered for a nice bitter finish . m d medium bodied and a nice oily resinous feel in the mouth . very easy drinking .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap served into a shaker pint . a orange with a finger of bright white head . very clear . s a lot of pine and some citrus . quite a malty nose to my dismay . caramel honey and biscuit . not the best aroma for a dipa t m definitely interesting . bitterness is all on the front end right when it his the tongue . again piney not much fruit or anything else to make this complex . malt is bready and supporting of the bitterness not overpowering like it was in the nose . medium body with minimal carbonation . o pretty one dimensional and forgettable . nose was way off and the taste just did n t do a lot for me average might be generous but i ll go with that . i do n t mind a heavier dipa but the dull carbonation made it not refreshing or easy to put down on a hot day .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a beautiful ruby wood color with a massive rocky head to rival any trappist ale . thick blankets of lace . the aroma is almost but not quite entirely absent . faint cereal and that s it . even after serious swirling this beer smells like nothing but cocoa puffs and pale malt . i opened up another beer i m familiar with just to make sure there s nothing wrong with me . biscuits multigrain bread bitter chocolate and hop bitterness on the palette . almost no hop flavor . caramel emerges as it warms but makes little impact . very simple . while fairly full bodied this goes down like water . perfect carbonation i wish all pale ales were this way . this should be what budweiser tastes like . super quaffable and high quality . good wtf ever beer to go with a simple meal or a movie . but i wish i could try it on cask maybe then it would have some complexity and real aroma .,aroma,0.4,0
a beautiful dark reddish brown . formed finger creamy head after pour . left generous amounts of lace on the glass . s nice sweet smell but not too complex . t dark malt fruit coffee . balanced flavor . alcohol is well hidden . m full bodied creamy consistent . a bit crisp on the tongue . d very good . i will order this one again .,aroma,0.6,1
a clear amber profuse small bubbling rising modest head which mostly dissipates quickly leaving a small rim . weak head not much exciting in the apperance . s huge spices like a fruitcake or maybe like a spiced vanilla tea . maybe some apricot in there somewhere . plenty of cinnamon maybe some ginger lots of dark fruits . great for sniffing . t watery soda carbonated and nicely spiced we actually like ths spices unlike many previous reviewers maybe because we were already expecting it thanks to their reviews . not very balanced just too watery astringent and carbonated to be as enjoyable as even a cup of hot spiced tea . the lovely scents simply do n t follow through in the taste . m fairly clean light sweetness carbonation bite astringency . d fair not a session beer simply because it only comes in a seasonal variety pack .,aroma,0.9,1
filled my growler today with this amazing brew . according to paul calapooia it s basically the riverdog esb but aged in bourbon barrels that had previously held kringlekrack . from the growler it poured into my pint glass a hazy copper color with a thick creamy head good retention heavy lacing . the aroma is amazing . sweet bourboney sp . aroma along with just the right amount of hops and a hefty malt sweetness . taste is very true to style lots of english style hops present . very balanced flavor . mouthfeel is very smooth and buttery . drinkability . very good . all the flavors and aroma go together so well and the low abv make this a very sessionable brew . i could drink this all day long .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a portsmouth brewery tulip . this is a light caramel colored beer . the pour delivers a quarter inch head that dissolves into lacing after a couple minutes . the smell of this bear makes me eager to drink it . it s a combination of peach apricot and orange . the taste is a pretty well balanced . there is just enough malt sweetness to carry the hops that are pronounced but not too too bitter . this is a nice light in color and mouthfeel beer that will be great going into spring . this is a very drinkable beverage that is suitable to both beginners to the style and expert connoisseurs .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle courtest of timb . look reddish brown transparent clear w not much head . smell aged oak fruity tartness . very fragrant interesting . taste a lot going on . tart sourness raspberries oakiness w aged fruit . finish oaky then fades to sweet overtones after . crisp dry tartness . overall complex w various aged beers combined . did n t even know this was a sour before i tried it and was pleasantly surprised .,aroma,1.0,1
i was rather excited to try this beer since i m a fan of the wit style . i found the color a bit perplexing since it seemed to be a little dark for the style but the pour from a bottle into a glass left a nice smooth if fleeting head coupled with a nice spicy aroma . however once it finally got into my mouth i very nearly spit it out because the flavor came on strong and kept coming . the flavors of orange coriander and alcohol pretty much beat everything else into submission which disappointed me since i think one of the best things about the wit style is the enormous complexity of flavor that you can get . also the beer seemed to be overly sweet which detracted from the experience and left it tasting rather sickly once the full flavor presented itself . the finish lasted for a long while which ordinarily would have been nice but the sweetness kept it from being truly enjoyable . the mouthfeel was rather oily which again detracted from the overall experience . overall i d say it would be best to pass on this beer . the packaging is beautiful but samuel adams needs to go back to the drawing board on this one . with some tweaking and dialing back some of the flavor elements particularly the overpowering sweetness this could probably be a good beer .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle a pours a beautiful perfectly clear red with head that remains enough to cover the top . s hmm . a little weaker than i would like . mostly malts but a little caramel toffee sugar . t sweet malty flavor throughout . somewhat buttery toffee ish as well . a touch of hops at the end . very enjoyable but maybe could have used a bit more hops . m i m never sure how to rate mouthfeel but i think this is what a is supposed to be . fuller body than sabl but still smooth as silk . d very easy to drink . the . might sneak up on you after awhile though . the eliot ness holds a special place in my heart . i had been drinking what i thought was better beer for awhile . guinness sabl etc . but the first time we went to the store and picked out something totally random we ended up with eliot ness .,aroma,0.6,1
hazy orange amber with thin fluffy tan head with okay retention and no lacing . huge pumpkin aroma with a bit of spice not unlike pumpkin pie which i was eating with it . . spicy bite with big pumpkin flavor and hot bitterness that clears fast . a dry pumpkin finish with a little bit of a salty lingering . i m not a big fan of pumpkin but i know a big pumpkin flavor when i taste it . this is spicy despite no use of spices in the brew so presumably it s from the yeast or hops . my wife loves pumpkin and is not much of a beer drinker and really liked this beer . the only thing i was not too fond of is its dry witbier like mouthfeel . it is however a fine compliment to pumpkin pie since it is rather dry.the alcohol is nowhere to be found in the flavor and this is just a great big pumpkin beer .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance quite orange with some floaties in it . poured with a decent head which went away rather quickly . smell getting some grape notes with a little bit of a hop presence in there taste getting more of the grape with some earthy oaky notes . a backend of some savory spice and chocolate . mouthfeel almost like drinking a kids juice or a soft drink . there seems to be something that lingers a bit drinkability definitely not a beer that everyone will like . i think this is one that you either like or do n t . i rather think it s an interesting beer but then i tend to like these experimental beers like this that combine unorthodox ingredients .,aroma,0.9,1
oz brown bottle with no freshness dating . served in a samuel adams specialty pint glass . pours a dark caramel deep copper with a rocky off white head and lively carbonation . head settles in time leaving a creamy looking crown . this is an attractive brew with a rich color and golden highlights . head left little to no lace . the smell is a mixture of sweet cookie like malts and blackberries along with other dark fruits black grapes and blueberries . the hops are spruce like and hidden in the background . flavor is reminiscent of a sweet red wine at times . there are slightly roasted malts and a canned blackberry taste that finishes kind of sour . mouthfeel is medium bodied with a somewhat dry texture and some fizzy carbonation . i love blackberries so when i saw this i knew that i had to give it a try . it started off so promising with an attractive appearance and a nice intriguing smell . that s where it started going down hill for me . to me the flavors seemed somehow at odds with each other and the mouthfeel is similar to a flavored soda . i am glad that i gave it a try but probably would n t want another .,aroma,0.8,1
this bottle came from my friend who got it from his dad who got it from someone in vegas . not sure what happened to it before it got to me or if anything happened to it . but what i do know is that this is pretty cheap unimpressive beer . the beer looked cool and had some interesting artwork . i m not much of an old star trek fan so i ca n t comment on the label too much . the bright blue color of the beer was interesting but i am assuming that its just food coloring . upon opening the bottle i was greeted a moderatly strong skunk aroma and thats about it . the taste was n t too bad but there was very little flavor at all . i got half way through the bottle before i could taste anything at all . the taste was kinda sweet and very thin and fizzy . it had more of a soda texture to it . the upside is that since it did n t taste like anything it was drinkable . the short version is that it looks cool smells nasty tastes like nothing and is chuggable .,aroma,0.3,0
the aroma is particularly good on this stout there is a lot of fresh blueberry aroma along with nutty chocolaty and yeasty aromas to compliment . the beer pours with a very deep black color and a head that stays around the rim of the glass leaving a swirl on top of the beer . from the smell i expected this to be very fruity which in it s own right it is however not in an alcipop sort of way . the initial flavors are of a very strong and bitter stout . flavors that hit the tongue right off the bat are a little overwhelming but very nice to pick through . the blueberry introduces the beer at the tip of the tongue while strong flavors of wood and dark roasted coffee take over . the back of the tongue gets a deep almost burnt malt flavor which dances well with the hop bitterness . the flavors are so intense that it reminds me of an imperial stout . the palate is almost bizarre as the beer slides across your tongue but is somewhat harsh going down . overall this is absolutley worth a try or even a case,aroma,0.9,1
hair of the dog adam slightly chilled served in a wine glass minimal carbonation and no head just a few large bubbles . color is an almost black brown with red highlights and the oily lacing reminds me of a viscous wine or whisky . smell is dominant dark fruit plum and fig with just hints of chocolate cake cherries and that leather smell . very complex . there is a dark smooth malt character and some caramel as well . i could smell this all day . taste is the nose followed by a whiff of smoke and finishing like a rich deep red wine . my brother commented that he picked up on dr. pepper like qualities . caramel malt . mouthfeel was oily and clingy . drinkability i know it s a great beer but for me drinkability was just ok . i think the sweetness and complexity will mellow this beer out in a year .,aroma,0.9,1
came in a oz . bomber with wax on top served in a pint glass . pours a deep amber with reddish hues with a half finger head that dies quickly . leaves very little lacing . smells sweet and sugary yet dark raisins butter and plums . tastes really buttery and sweet but also somewhat dark . an average mouthfeel a little thin . this stuff smells great . a very unique sweet plummy buttery smell . tastes good too . does n t taste like at all . not impressed with the appearance though . all in all a very good try on a belgian style by anderson valley . i want to try their tripel now .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance took a seriously fast pour to raise any sort of head on this dark brown brew . the head is perhaps half a finger thick but it s a porter so i m not taking points off . aroma coffee and unfortunately cigarettes . not smoke but ashtray nastiness . taste fortunately the taste covers the smell . more mellow than one would expect . cocoa burnt oats and a woody aftertaste . dense and complex . mouthfeel thin and more watery than you would expect but smooth enough . drinkability dark beer lovers will appreciate . not an everyday beer but an interesting seasonal .,aroma,0.4,0
one of the bottles i picked up from the release party . poured into a snifter and split two ways . the pour yields a pond water flat liquid that is viscous thick garnet brown in color . a swirl produces a slick oily film on the walls of the glass . there does n t seem to be much residual sugar left in this as there are no legs . the aroma is deep and complex . it has sherry like qualities no surprise that it is slightly oxidized given the years that it spent in oak barrels that are not impervious to oxygen . luckily this is n t the cardboard oxidation so it actually goes well as i will describe . the nose is mainly raisins and dates up front which then give way to tart cherries toffee caramel and light bourbon vanilla notes . the flavor is similarly well balanced and it adds a touch of bretty funk to the overall profile . like ray daniels suggests this old ale has some bretty notes that harken back to the old ales originally brewed in england over years ago . a fitting accompaniment to weyerbacher s english style barleywine base . the components of the aroma that i had mentioned are all evident here and they are also joined by some leathery notes a la hotd adam though not as intense that really deepen the complexity of this aged brew . at abv you would never know until it starts to hit you . not hot not warm not nothing . this is extremely mellow and smooth . thick and viscous but not nearly carbonated enough even for a barleywine . even with the brett this still has plenty of body to it . since they got of criteria i figure this is pretty average . there is a little bit of dissolved co that gives it a little less of a one note texture but not enough at all . overall this is a very interesting and compelling beer . not what i was expecting that s for sure but looking at things historically as well as flavor wise this beer is certainly a winner . i love the mellow notes of barrels that meld so well with the base beer . the bretty wildness is a welcome addition as it is done tastefully enough to just augment the overall experience .,aroma,0.9,1
i really like bells beer this was the first time that i ever did not like one i looked a little flat when i poured it and the taste was bad cherry and dark beers should go well together and this one did not . i know i will never drink this one again .,aroma,0.6,1
drank from a fl . oz . bottle purchased at julio s liquors westboro ma first i must say that the leather clad beer drinking bimbo on the bottle s label is rather ridiculous . every beer nerd s fantasy i guess . as for the beer itself after decanting it poured a clear copper amber with no real head but rather a thin white fizzy film of lace . aroma was intensely hoppy yet smooth and balanced . piney and floral hops citrus and fruity esters came through strong along with a touch of candy like sweetness . the taste was super hoppy as well yet completely unbalanced . the hops assaulted my palate from the very beginning and never let up . cascade hops and hop oils soon became bitter and biting and left a noticeable film on my tongue . intense pine sap grapefruit and orange rind carried into the super dry bitter long lasting finish . as i continued to drink the beer the finish seem to become somewhat sour in a lemony sort of way . mouthfeel was quite thin watery and a bit fizzy . unquestionably this was the most bitter and unbalanced ipa i have had to date . a true hop bomb in every sense of the word . i found it astonishing that it registers at only i.b.u.s . while many may applaud this beer s extreme nature i found that its total lack of balance made it rather difficult to drink .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a hazy orangish yellow with a decent white head that fades about as fast as the fizz on a soda . smell is mighty fruity with loads of banana and some vanilla . the taste starts off with some nice banana flavors before going to some light wheatish tastes and then heading out on a slightly sour note . the sourness is definitely out of place and takes off some points . the brew was a little thin for a hefe did n t have the typical full mouthfeel but it was still fairly drinkable . this bottle may have been slightly off so i may have to re review this if i can find some fresher samples .,aroma,0.9,1
oz can poured into a pint glass . pours a very clear and slightly hazy yellow with a small thin white head . nose is fairly lager like with some light frutiness . taste is quite good has a light hoppiness to with a decent malt backbone . it s pretty light and crisp easy to drink . better than their traditional lager or black tan,aroma,0.4,0
massively bubbled haystack gold beneath a four finger cap of bone colored froth that is only as small as it is because of an exceedingly gentle pour . it would n t be an exaggeration to describe the carbonation as champagne like . the foam looks better than expected as it melts leaving no more than a few tendrils of watery lace in its wake . the nose does n t appear to have been affected by whatever caused the crazy amount of bubbles . the beer smells like fresh ripe raspberries rather than berry extract which is pretty much all i ask of a fruit beer . it s no surprise that the pale wheat base beer does n t contribute a thing . it s too bad that i got a less than perfect bottle because southern tier is one of my favorite breweries and my taste buds were all set for something well above average . unfortuntely raspberry wheat ale falls short of an average score for several reasons not the least of which is an incredible amount of mouthfeel chaos . subtracting out the bubbles though still leaves me with a beer that is way too bitter . rwa tastes like tonic water to which was added a splash of raspberry juice and a few shots of angostura bitters . time which allows the carbonation to dissipate to some extent helps . a little . very little . what is there to say about a mouthfeel that s more fizzy that soda pop . obviously something went wrong between brewing and crown cracking . i was going to try to guess what it might be like without all the co but it s next to impossible to do so . raspberry wheat ale is a disappointment . this is one of those beers that deserves a second chance in the hopes that i stumbled upon a bottle from an aberrant batch . i have too much respect for southern tier to judge their fruit beer bona fides on one bad experience .,aroma,0.8,1
a decent colored brown with an off white small head . s light sweet malt and some mild chocolate . pretty mild overall . t mmm . light sweet caramel is followed up with earthy and roasty flavors followed by a bit of fruit and bitterness . a really good beer all the way through . m a moderate body and moderate carbonation balance well . really on target with the flavor . d this is a really good moderately roasty brown that i would love to have a few more of .,aroma,0.6,1
poured in a pint glass the alaskan winter ale is a bright clear copper with a large light tan head that quickly subsided to a very slight collar and left minimal lace . the aroma is bright maybe too sweet piney fruity and a noticeable amount of alcohol . as mentioned on the bottle that dominant aroma is spruce tips . the taste is a bit cloying but nice more of a fruity bubblegum with a firm malt backbone and bitter hop finish then the dominate spruce in the aroma but make no mistake it is certainly there . i just think it is really nicely balanced much more then the aroma would leave you to believe . my taste runs towards sweeter extreme tasting to beers so consider that when i say that i really enjoyed the taste of this one . only complaint would be the the aftertaste looses the balance and can be a bit sprucy but it creeps on you slowly . the mouthfeel was perfect and it was one the most drinkable winter ales i ve at least from this country . i never had more then of these in one sitting but i d guess they d session quite nicely .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance nice crystal clear burnt orange color big white head fades pretty . the remains are creamy and off white . smell funky grain slightly sour and lactic . diacetyl maybe . taste deep roasted malt a little chocolatey . hops are fairly mild more of a malty red ale . still balanced and much better than the smell alludes to . drinkability enjoyable and non offensive . i do think there are better local beers that i would get for the .,aroma,0.4,0
caged and corked ml with a seriously scuffed up label and slightly blacked cork . the tag notes it was aged at degrees from march sept . on top of that the bottle actually smells like the inside of a cave . this beer poured a thick tan head over a ruby brown body . the nose was a mix of phenols chocolate dates sugar ripe fruit and spice . a slight cork and cave smell is present although very faint . this is one of those noses you could just sit and smell all day without taking a single sip . beautiful . the taste was slightly woody and corky . very dry and a tad bit tannic . a huge carbonation balances against the medium to full body . dark chocolate plums dates raisins malt with a very dark chocolate like bitterness . theres a subtle cardboard and non spicy black pepper taste . a very hoppy leafy roughage sort of hop flavor . the one interesting note in this beer is the cave flavor . you can seriously taste this granite rock dry cave flavor in all the sips . on the rocks takes on a whole new meaning . it ends with a long lingering dry rock taste . im not sure if its just the cave aging or what but i wouldnt be able to tell this is ommegang if you gave me a blind taste test . the aging makes this a completely different beer . the rock taste really overpowers the belgian dark ale taste . i found this a tough beer to swallow although to give it credit it is one of the most interesting beers ive had in a long time .,aroma,1.0,1
i was there with a friend to sample the first keg of this they had on . pouring the pint feet away i could smell the hazelnut vanilla aroma . since then then nose has n t been quite as intense so maybe the recipe was altered a bit . a decent smooth easy drinking beer that does n t take too many risks . i agree with another poster who said the beer could use a bit more carbonation but that s an easy fix . could be mistaken for cream soda if you re drunk enough it s very easy to do at this place .,aroma,0.9,1
batch poured into a tulip the color of coca cola with a thin tan head . beautiful aromas of freshly baked banana bread vanilla coke toasted candied coconut . very in your face and complex on the nose with maybe a touch of sweet tea too . roasted malts in the mouth with nice carbonation and a hoppy bitterness and a touch of spice the initial nosing is really the star here . definitely will be cracking some more of these open in the future alcohol is well hidden and i tend to consider rr a bit too hyped but this is a very nice beer .,aroma,1.0,1
ml . mindestens haltbar bis . . . a festbier by name it really looks like a crystal clear helles with a bright foamy white head that leaves some nice lacing . i really like the hop presence in the nose it was unexpected . it is spicy with some lemon rind . the flavor is a reverse . it is super malty and sweet . there is a smidgen of hop flavor but it is mostly sugary malt . meh after tasting it is okay .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased and opened days after arriving at my local beer purveyor . against st s recommendation i poured this one into a oz. queen s seal imperial pint glass . clear copper color and a stable finger head that remains consistent . aroma smacks you . good and hard . hops and oak would be an obvious statement . my notes indicate an amazing floral and woody perfume aroma . initial flavor is upfront pine and sweetness . picking up some nutty and almost coconut flavor in the first couple of sips . halfway through the aroma is still delivering . silky mouthfeel and some sweetness which i would attribute to vigorous hopping .,aroma,1.0,1
served in a fobab taster pint . bottled january no listed abv . a pours with a voluminous three fingers of mocha foam that settle to a thick cap and big swathes of lace . body is an opaque very dark brown . s smell is strangely mineral and lightly metallic in an unpleasant espresso sort of way . if i look past that there is some oak and semisweet chocolate . there is also some grain character apparent . t taste is burnt malt bitterness some astringency dry oak anise and some dark chocolate that comes out as it warms up . not much sweetness . m very carbonated . medium light body roasty and gritty dry and tannic finish . not much residual stickiness . supremely chuggable with no alcohol present at all . . . really . d was this infected with brett . it s very dry and low in sugars and it s definitely overcarbonated . there are some off flavors in the nose too . the light texture makes this easy to drink even though it s far from the best barrel aged stout i ve had .,aroma,0.4,0
my father got his hands on bottles of this and was nice enough to share . this is definatley one that i m glad i did n t pay for but i m glad i tried it . this was probably a very impressive beer in it s time but now drinking it flat and well past it s prime is almost cruel and unusual punishment . at first sniff after opening was molasses and soy sauce a awful combination . pour was very thick and black and flat . at first tasts almost sweet then just gets worse . after taste is like the smell . bad . but it does come in a very nice blue glass bottle that i will keep .,aroma,0.2,0
from my notes pours a one finger white head that vanishes leaving no lace . crystal clear amber color . skunky nose . light medium carbonation and light bodied . flavor is mildly hoppy not much going on could be a good lawn mower beer . on tap at the hotel jolly midas rome italy . l glass for . . .,aroma,0.2,0
i remember trying the original uk version years ago and the shipyard brewed rendition is eerily similar probably the proprietery yeast . classic esb genuine bitter hoppiness instead of yet another ubiquitous pinesol flavored ale . i especially love the saline mineral undercurrent from start to finish . bravo .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pint glass . a pours a orange copper with great clarity . off white head is creamy and lingers a bit leaving great lacing . s not very apparent some faint sweet malty notes . t very sweet malt up front with a very mild hop finish . m medium body with moderate carbonation . feels sweet with a clean finish . d very drinkable could be a session beer for some may be a little too sweet or a little rich for some to be a session definitely worth checking out .,aroma,0.6,1
served in an american pint glass a this beer has a warm mahogany brown body with a hint of red tint to it . the light tan head is thick and last and last with a gentle carbonation of tiny bubbles rising through the clear but dense liquid . s the slightly sweet toasted malt smell has an almost spice quality to it with some fresh juicy green hops in the finish . t the smooth malty flavor has a nice dry toasted malt complexity with some soft biscuit note to it . there is a green slightly citrus hop finish that gets a nice boost with some slight carbonic bite . m this beer has a medium full mouthfeel with a nice fizz texture in the finish . no alcohol warmth or astringency . d this beer has good complexity with a unique toasted malt flavor that really balances nicely with the green fresh hops . the fizz in the mouthfeel really compliments the hops to give them that extra kick .,aroma,1.0,1
a black . one finger of dense tan head followed by rings of lacing . s roasted malt chocolate coffee and cream . t yes . mild sweet milk chocolate comes out in the roasted oat malts . has a bitterness which balances with the sweetness perfectly . there s some sweet soft carrot in there too . the chocolate lingers . delicious . m smooth buttery creamy yet not too heavy . low carbonation . very sessionable . o a beautiful robust sweet stout . would be my recommendation for someone wanting to try their first stout .,aroma,0.7,1
a magnum purchased by brother thanks george and shared over an afternoon from notes . poured a beautiful dark amber color with an orange hue into a glass . foam head was clean and slightly orange hue . smell was delicious . nutmeg cinnamon holiday cheer . everything a holiday ale should smell like . taste was just like scent . nutmeg and cinnamon with a fruity finish . hops were masked and hardly there . feel was a slightly weak carbonation was slightly thin . the finish was dry . overall this beer was good . i would definitely try the redition .,aroma,1.0,1
poured out of oz bottle into pint glass . a a clear and bright yellow color . there was an inch of white head not much retention no lacing . s sad to report but this is mostly skunk . t this was not as bad as the nose . there was some skunk unfortunately but it was at least somewhat counter acted by grains hints of hops and a slightly grassy dry finish . m pretty light bodied with a decent amount of carbonation . there is some fizz to this one . o perhaps this is the curse of the green bottle . i ca n t recall a time i ve had a pauli girl that was n t a bit skunky . this beer is n t terrible . ice cold out of the cooler you could do worse .,aroma,0.4,0
brown head that seems to settle down quickly . sounds very carbonated with the bubbles sizzling . a dark body but is n t totally opaque . hints of ruby redness intertwined in the darkness . decent lacing on the glass . what a nice smell . sweet roasted smells of toffee coffee caramel roasted malts oats and chocalate . fluffy body feels like whip cream a slight tingliness from carbonation . it seems to dry the mouth out quite a bit . the taste explosion of roasted malts are very blunt at first . chocolate up front with maybe a hint of cherry . toffee in the middle hops and barley in the aftertaste . there is something so delicious about this stout but yet i do feel like something is lacking . drink ability is there if it was n t too filling . i want more but the tummy is telling me wait a little bit . i originally tried this on tap and i loved it . if i did the review right then and there the taste would have gotten a perfect score . since i m reviewing it in a bottle the taste is slightly off the score suffered slightly and i believe that s why i feel it s lacking .,aroma,1.0,1
deep brown with a two finger head and a good lacing on the glass . there is no good color to describe the hues that shine through the glass . smell is caramel malts and a subtle lager yeast really hope it does n t taste like it smells . taste is rich and complex vine fruits plum and dark cherry are very noticable with a great malt whop . sweet and sugary in the finish and leaves me wanting more and more . mouth is slightly oily but carbonated just right . this beer drinks way too easy for words and could be dangerous in six pack form .,aroma,0.6,1
at home with a picnic tap . a a nice pumpkin orange with a frothy white head . s malty bready yeasty and a bit hoppy . t caramel sweet malt with toffee flavors great malt hop balance . a tad more hoppy than traditional oktoberfests . bready and toasty . mf nice and creamy . medium body . d i could drink this all night . and i will .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer had a very exceptional appearance and a weathered pumpkin smell . very inviting beer although there was something left on the field as the beer entered my mouth . not my favorite but this would be an occasional choice to break things up .,aroma,0.9,1
buddy pete picked me up a growler of their red and a pack of this porter . lover their stuff . pours a nice coffee black . clear as best as i can see it at the edges of my pint glass . nice off white to mocha head. about half a finger down to a slight slew and a ring. rich chocolate malt profile . slightly sweet roasted and a touch of coffee . . loving the smell . sweet oats grain . wonderful zingy porter . nice bitter earthy hop. and a backdrop of sweet oats and chocolate malt . a very pleasant and drinkable porter . only slightly chalky thin to medium bodied. slight creaminess to it . . super good porter . i rather like its simplicity and flavor combination . very balanced .,aroma,0.9,1
a very average beer . it claims to be a pilsner but lacks the required bitterness for it . golden to amber in color it pours a white head that litteraly dissolves in seconds . hardly any smell a little bit of malt maybe . the taste is rather disappointing . sweet malt flavour dominate the palate . not enough bitterness to balance it nicely and hardly any hop characteristics . i can taste some sourness . this beer is not worth your money . it is very mediocre and can not emphasize anything that will make it stand out .,aroma,0.4,0
a clear red orange body with two finger for frothy tan head and excellent lacing s a little pine and a little citrus . i would n t call this a ipa smell and is kind of faint t nice mix of flavor and bitter hops with a little spice and citrus in the back m medium body with medium carbonation d easy to drink and kind of enjoyable but nothing really special,aroma,0.4,0
a a clear pale shade of apricot under a quick wispy finger of head . s musty leather peaches . t sweet caramelised peaches . no trace of the . alcohol . not much sourness . refreshing . m thin yet has a syrupy quality . high carbonation . o the lack of sourness is probably not a good thing for a lambic but the sweet peach flavour is agreeable . nice summery thirst quencher .,aroma,0.8,1
i must admit before you read my review that to my knowledge i have never tasted saffron in any way shape or form . so there are scents and flavors that do n t register with me in thgis particular brew . making it that more mysterious and interesting . appearance poured a honey yet slightly amber hue with a spritzy two finger head . the head has very little retention but leaves a minor foam with a dash of lacing . smell the first wiff that enters my noise is a vinous blend of grapes and honey . the other smells that i detected are of a general malty nature nothing i can put my finger on . no hops present in the aroma . taste he start is a gneral sour that turns into some vary viney malts easily defined as grapes . the sugary flavor seems to be honey based and helps take awy from the sour grape flavor . this all combines to end wityh a combo of sweet and sour but more sour than sweet . mouthfeel an acidic palate really cuts through whatever residual flavors left on my tongue left by previous food or drinks . overall its about a sour and sweet . overall a very diffeent beer . what i had seen on the history channel was that this recipe was taken from scriptures unearthed from a tomb believed to be king midas s . so no hops . but something to seek out for the adventurous beer afiucionado .,aroma,1.0,1
i read about the beer and knew i would eventually have to try it . i did not realize they only had vintage releases of the beer the latest being . i was years old when this beer was released and the only thing i thought maple syrup was for pouring over pancakes . when i was checking out i was asked whether i d ever had the beer before . i said no tonight s the night to which the cashier replied it s not one of my favorites man is it thick . upon returning home i peeled off the wrapping and proceeded to break the cork in half . i knew more trouble was only to come when the cork fell down into the blackness . appearance this beer looks rich completely dark with tremendous amounts of sediment . there is paper like and fine particle sediment in the bottom and sides of the container s inside some of which transferred into my glass even with a slow pour . the beer has an oily halo that is of incredible richness . this fine layer left on the inside of my glass produces a rusty yellow glow when held to the light . i have never seen anything like this beer . smell holy intensity . four out of four people that smelled this beer wanted nothing to do with it . i get strong notes of soy sauce oak and ethanol . i can not find much of the maple syrup sweetness that i was expecting . honestly i m beginning to doubt my purchase and wonder whether i can even move on to the next step . taste the taste is incredibly potent . i would n t call this a bock at this point i would call it a canvas for maximum yeast fermentation . there is a sweetness that you can taste but there is so much going on that it s hard to write down any one flavor . i am glad i at least had the balls to try it room temp but it would be so much easier to drink cooler . the beer is not for the weak nor for the blind . know what you are getting into and read reviews before purchasing . most of these bottles have sat for almost years . mouthfeel the beer is very thick and an effort to put down . i honestly do not know why this beer is such a struggle i have had dfh beers that are the upwards of abv and drank them with ease . this beer however is a different story . i get a cough syrup like repulsion that makes me cough every time i take a sip . i can see why whiskey barrel aging would add a certain layer of complexity to other beers but this beer already had a tremendous amount going on and may not have benefited from this type of conditioning . in summary the beer is trying too hard to be a liquor when it just does n t have the cojones . drinkability i think r. kelly summarizes this beer perfectly with my mind s tellin me noooo . but my body my body is tellin me yeeaaahhhaa . for some reason i just kept at it and gladly shared with all who came back for more . i may see how this goes down with a little temperature modulation but a food pairing is out of the question . much like harry and dumbledore at the lake of the inferi we were left force feeding each other this horcrux poison . i respect beer and all those that try and expand common conceptions but this one does n t bring home the goods . cheers .,aroma,0.4,0
michelob light was an above average light beer . it went down very smooth and i enjoyed it . however i was expecting more taste the bottle says brewed with imported hops but to tell you the truth this beer tasted very similar to the less pricey michelob golden draft light sold here in minnesota . it was very easy to down the pack i bought . if you are ever in minnesota or its border states save some money and buy mich gold light,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark yellow amber colour with a thick head that leaves very quickly . next to no carbonation no lacing . after a minute it looks stagnent . woah very different nose of hard green leafy hops and a touch of stink or should that be skunk . . has got traces of sweat grass and some slight grains . not impressed . palate is a touch better with the same leafy flavours and a touch of astringency on the sides of the tounge . very flat palate with some sweetness to it . this was a seriously strange smelling beer not containing any real enjoyable aromas . rather displeased.,aroma,0.3,0
ml bottle purchased from warners at the bay and poured into a mikkeller goblet . pours a copper mahogany colour with a slightly off white head of foam that turns to film after a couple of minutes . aroma starts with a tropical fruit note some fruit salad and then turns into pine . taste is notable quite bitter hop resin comes throgh . not a lot else sadly . seems to do what it sets out to do with mouthfeel bitter middle and finish . overall an ipa that is n t really pale let alone orangey in colour . smell is the best part downhill from there . a tad one dimensional with the flavour .,aroma,0.8,1
what can i say its russian . it does n t smell of formaldehyde . which is a good thing . bought a bottle at a going out of business sale . this beer was nasty and probably old . but i tried it and was not impressed . faint flavor like the polish beer zywiec but weaker.,aroma,0.2,0
this brew pours a pale cloudy straw color with a thin white head . it has a really nice spicy aroma with a solid grain backbone . as you d expect from sn the spicy bitter hops are front and center in this brew though less so than many of their offerings . behind the hops it has a remarkably clean taste profile no fruty esters to speak of as you d find in german hefe s . i find this beer to be very food friendly and i try to keep it as a summertime staple . another solid brew from sierra nevada .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer is so hyped up that it drives me nuts . i had this beer on tap with some cinnamon shit on the rim and that was the only good thing about it . the taste was absolutley awful . it has a super bitterness to it and maybe im bias but im just not an ale fan . .ill stick to lagers .,aroma,0.6,1
traded a ba buddy of mine for this bottle when i stopped in for a visit on holiday . thanks for the opportunity . pours a two finger off white fluffy head over a very cloudy dull lemon colored liquid . smells rich sweet malt c aramel and some bock . some hops . rough and mild . so they come across to me a tettnanger . a dab of honey aroma as i drink the beer . tatses dry with a hint of funk . that s munich malts speaking to me . a little bit of dirty tettnanger hops ties into the malt . what i find disturbing is an intrusive clove flavor that does n t belong . i wonder if this one is starting to skunk . i once had a bottle of hofbrau that was like this . it was a shadow of the fresh stuff i drank in munich . light in the mouth but ahs a thick sugary feel . too bad about the clove this beer was going to rate quite well .,aroma,0.8,1
pours an off yellow with a lacy two finger head . smells like musty almost dank lemons . most definitely a better visual than smell . tastes biscuity with a bit of lemon zest in the finish . the body seems pretty watery there really is n t a while lot behind it . solid mouthfeel the cloying aftertaste is the best part of the beer for me if you can get past the initial smell taste . it s crisp and well carbonated making it an easy drink . i just do n t know if i would want to have another one .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance poured a golden copper color with a decent carbonation and quickly dissipating white foam head smell sweet malts and green apples were the first things to hit me off the nose sugar sweet lots of apples maybe caramel dipped ones even appealing smell taste a mix of sweet with slight twinge of bitter at the end . very sweet over powering malty double bock . sweet and syrupy mouthfeel thick syrupy and sugary no lightweight soft bodied beer here drinkability this has to be a night cap and a beer you only have one of just way to over powering and though high alcohol is hidden a bit just thick and syrupy for more then a nite cap . an okay beer but not one that leaves you wanting another,aroma,0.9,1
my th review . figured it to be a small victory . so . st.victorious here i come . heard read a lot of hype behing this beer . oz fresh bottle poured into pint glass . a nice clear dark brown with a reddish hue . little head recedes into nothingness instantly . no lacing no retention . nothing . s virtually nothing . very little sweet malt . very unimpressive . t sweet and cloying . somewhat boozy and astringent . not nearly as good as expected . not really complex . m full bodied syrupy but no carbonation . d drinkable but i really do n t want to . not one of the better doppels imo . i was really let down by this one . normally i like victory beers better than this .,aroma,0.4,0
my girlfriend bought a six pack of this since we both like north coast pranqster so much . it appears black in the tall mug that i poured it into held against the light it is a very rich dark brown . this beer pours thick with a very thin mocha colored head that fades quickly leaving a fairy ring with some lacing as i drink it . the aroma is of dark chocolate and malty with a hint of coffee lurking in the shadows . it tastes full of roasted chocolate and caramel . the complexity of the flavor is really good but it comes off lacking something . i cant put my finger on it really . it seems a bit thin in the mouthfeel and that may be it . it has the potential flavor but the body just doesnt back it up . i can definitely drink more of this but it always makes me want to tweak with the recipe in my head trying to make it better .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a nice amber nectar with minimum heads but lots of lace . aroma is tremendous citrus grape fruity resiny hop smell . taste is light malt and powerful grity bitterness . hops used are warrior tomahawk and cascade . the real hopheads would truly enjoy this beer those looking for a little balance wo n t really find it . not quite in the league of an imperial ipa but ibu s is up there and really hides the relatively high abv . just a hint of grittiness in the mouth takes a few marks off the mouthfeel and drinkability .,aroma,0.9,1
swing top bottle into a oz nonik glass . fairly vigorous pour yielded not much in terms of head . smell is pleasantly malty and sweet . color is a hazed amber gold . taste is subtle borderline bland and follows the aroma . mouthfeel is pretty thin and carbonation pretty low . not much going on hop wise . definitely a strange aftertaste but not as extreme as some reviewers indicate . overall below average and not really worth you time or money . wo n t kill you though .,aroma,0.8,1
drank this at room temperature maybe . bottling red foil label . pours a chestnut brown with a long lasting head . stalagtites of drippy lace . fantastic barrel aroma soaked in bourbon and sun dried retaining it s oaky complexity . it reminds me alot of enigma strangely enough . woody with a slight suggestion of dried fruit . chocolate and spice . strong chocolate base with bourbon notes that verge on solventy . spicy with some black cherry flavor . mouthfeel is smooth and rich alcohol really only detracts from the taste slightly . this is a nice sipper . more cherry lingers in the aftertaste . pretty nice anytime of the year .,aroma,1.0,1
draft . little head . pours a clear light golden color . very little aroma . taste is very similiar to a macro in fact if you told me this was some light domestic i would have totalled believed it. slight bitter end . nothing outstanding . i was really let down by this one as i thought at least they would be able to make a decent apa but alas i was wrong .,aroma,0.3,0
the trappist . poured a deep dark reddish brown served with little head low carbonation . aroma of a quad stout mix with the figs plums and spices plus a hint of grape hi c infused vanilla . full bodied viscous without being cloying chewy . taste also is a mix of a quad and a stout in a fine fashion . nearly zero bitter in the finish which lingers nicely . the alcohol is amazingly restrained not even the inherent warmth you d expect at this abv level . blindfolded i d say this was barrel aged . an excellent sipper cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
probably one of my favorite pumpkin beers out there . pours a nice dark ale with a good head which clings to the glass . smell is of nutmeg and pumpkins but not overpowering like a lot of pumpkin beers . taste follows the same line nice pumpkin taste but not a punch in the face of clove like a lot of beers i ve had of the same style . flavors of nutmeg and clove follow . great beer love it .,aroma,0.6,1
a very clear light copper color . started off with a one inch head that receded to about a quarter inch pretty quickly but held there . lots of visible carbonation . a spot of lacing here and there . nice sweet bready aroma hint of white grape . not a bad start . hm . this is the one in the pack that has n t worked for me . just an odd mix of flavors to start . something sour prominently figures here probably cooked veggies . maybe i m drinking this too warm . the hop profile leaves a bitter finish that i find somewhat at odds with the maltiness . still tastes sort of like a bock in the aftertaste which is not something i d say about the rest of it . lacks any kind of fruity character or barely even any raisin which i would have expected . it s just off almost has the malt character corn of a malt liquor some of which taste better than this . for a beer that boasts big and malty on the label i ca n t really say i agree with either with regards to mouthfeel . it s medium light sort of airy too carbonated . i would expect more from a . beer . there should be some more heft . gets better later on as carbonation fades . i m not sure if this is a style i do n t really understand or if there s something off about this batch but this is the weakest of the otherwise perfectly drinkable brews in the dundee pack . i drank it down hoping it would start to taste better and it was n t hard to glug down the last few ounces when i was n t paying as much attention . like most macros not hard to get down when it goes from glass to stomach in just a second or two . maybe next time i save this for last instead of starting with it .,aroma,0.7,1
big thanks to both gnemesis and pellinore for hooking this one up . a cracked the oz and poured into a unibroue tulip . poured a transparent pink with a pinkish creamy frothy head . head left thick milkshake lacing on the glass . looks awesome . s zing . berry medley . tangy . raspberry strawberry blueberry sweet n sourness but watered down . reminiscent of blush wine . t much like the nose suggests another berry medley explosion of flavor . the tartness is there but seems much more watered down . m kind of water heavy . definitely has a bit of a wine feel but kind of a letdown in the mouth . d looked great smelled great and tasted pretty good . but seemed like a watered down glass of blush wine . unique but not really my thing .,aroma,0.9,1
i picked up a sixer of this last night at shoreline beverages in huntington ny . glass bottle poured into a pint glass . appearance pours a gorgeous black color not completely opaque when held up to the light reveals beautiful ruby highlights with a head that was at first fingers deep . . however it quickly disappated to a finger tall head . smell this smelled like pure chocolate and coffee my mouth was watering upon the smell . taste this is where things get a little hairy maybe my expectations were high on this one but i was n t really all that impressed it tasted like boston lager only with chocolate notes and hints of coffee . mouthfeel somewhat typical for the style it was creamy definitely not thin . drinkability when put up against other stouts this does n t even really stand up to a guinness or murphys however i can see myself probably drinking this again in the near future .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle obtained from a trade . this beers pours a hazy orange with about a one finger head . the head does n t retain for very long . i thought this beer would reek of hops but not much really jumps out at me besides a sweet smell . the bitterness in this is upfront and very prominent . seems slightly unbalanced . low levels of carbonation and a medium body to this . it s pretty good and i d definitely drink it again .,aroma,0.6,1
best served in a lager glass the pour was a medium golden amber with a very thin less than finger white frothy head that was fully diminishing and produced no lacing to speak of . the aroma was that of bread and grain malts a floral hop and a sweet yeast with a note of caramel a little fruit and a smidgen of spice . the taste was malty and a bit hoppy with a little bite of spice pretty much throughout with the ending being a little sweet with strong caramel and fruit notes . the flavor lasted an average amount of time after the swallow with the sweet fruitiness lingering a short while leaving behind the slight bitterness of hops a just a little sourness . mouthfeel was just a little shy of medium in body with a dry watery texture and a medium carbonation . overall a decent drinkable brew with a sweet sticky metallic aftertaste . although the moderately high abv does make it easier to partake after each swallow .,aroma,0.4,0
this one has been aging in my fridge for some time . aging in the sense that it was left in my house months ago and now needs to be removed from the fridge to make room . here we go . appearance clear and golden . very light in color straw colored . sudsy soapy white head two fingers . tons of carbonation looks like any other macro lager . effervescent smell funky overcooked grain corn husks some kind of syrupy sweetness not decipherable through the nose . taste light mildly sweet malt with corn like taste . hop aroma . no discernible hop aroma or flavor . metallic alcoholic aftertaste . mouthfeel very light and easy to handle . almost leaves this dry soapy finish in the mouth . drinability not having too hard of a time getting it down . for a macro lager and on top of that a oz not too bad . i would n t drink this one if giving a choice but finishing a glass is accomplished with relative ease . enjoy .,aroma,0.4,0
thin fluffy head retreats rapidly into nothingness . golden amber colour sparkling clear and effervescent . aroma is a load of florally cascade hops . taste begins warm and fruity followed by a big right hook of cascade hop flavor finish is dry and bitter a lingering bitter . hop flavor and bitterness overwhelms any hint of malt sweetness . the brew does leave a lingering sweetness on the lips . body is average nothing big and chewy nothing thin and characterless just an average in between .,aroma,1.0,1
belgian strong dark ale . are those the best four words in the world . they might be . pours cloudy extra dark chocolate brown with a thin light tan head . smells of chocolate and banans . tally me banana . taste is cloves cinnamon and dry leather . very spicy . wow . the smell and taste are way way different . how does that work . mouthfeel is soft with nice carbonation . overall a good beer but like coffee i ca n t help but wish it tasted like it smells .,aroma,1.0,1
hazy copper color with a fluffy eggshell tinted head . takes a bit to dissipate . laces well . smells rather good nice and woodsy with slight citrus and forward hops at the end . taste kind of fell flat . just was n t there . had a more stale hop taste and bit of sweetness but too bitter in the end . fairly different from the nice smell . kinda disappointed . run of the mill light to medium body . it s not a super good pale but its drinkable none the less .,aroma,0.8,1
picked this one up in kc mo . not available here in wichita . appearance this beer poured a very dark brown with hints of deep amber around the edges . the dense tan head rose up to under one finger with an aggressive pour and fizzed away quickly . there was only a thin ring around the edge of the glass when i took my first sip and even that was gone in only a few minutes . there was no lacing . smell classic english barley wine aromas if a little on the sweet side . thick toffee light caramel brown sugar and maraschino cherries dominated over some tart dark fruit . these were all puncuated by the occasional hit of strong alcohol . there was also some burnt sugar floating around in there . no hops to speak of . mouthfeel light bodied but slightly buttery . completely flat and dead in the mouth . smooth beyond what is natural . smoothness is usually good but combined with the light body this beer came across bland watery and boring . taste hardly any of the sweetness that was present in the smell came through in the flavor . tart cherries and dry alcohol dominated . there were light hints of bitter hops as well . a husky bitterness arose on the finish that was borderline astringent . that was about all there was to this beer . this was a good beer up until the point that i took a drink .,aroma,0.8,1
mmm some nice simple roastiness . some decent not embarrassing like naked in a dream lacing . medium mouth for a porter . m i l l s fuck off . a low end decent middle of the road hooker kind of beer. and by the way who the hell is cole porter . .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a rather roasty and slightly sour barley wine with some fairly nice coffee notes but a not superlative flavor . it poured a dark red with lots more head than barley wines usually have . aroma is deep and a malty smell that is roasty rather than sweet and has some sourness . flavor is coffee up front and at the finish with some out of place sour notes . mouthfeel is fairly carbonated again not typical of the barley wine style . not bad .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to my buddy hoppymeal for this beer in the latest massive assault . pours a dark golden color with some reddish overtones and almost an inch of foam on top that does n t seem to last too long but leaves a bit of lacing . a quick swirl brings back about half an inch of foam back to life and the beer maintains a nice ring of foam throughout the whole session . opens up with a big burst of various citrus fruits like orange grapefruit lemon tangerine mango and pineapple . aside from the citrus sweetness there is also a noticeable citrus acidity in the background . the beer has a heavy crystal malt aroma and meaty that could be either from the grain bill or the yeast . not bad the aroma is quite deceiving at hinting at a sweeter beer instead of a bitter astringent mess . bitter and slightly astringent upfront with a long lasting bitterness . citrus flavors pass by quite rapidly and are engulfed by the bitterness and grassiness . bittersweet orange citrus peel bitterness lemon medium high caramel malt profile with some dry toast in the finish . initially the beer is n t too bad it starts off with the citrus bitterness and the malt tries to come through but quickly finishes in a long lasting dry bitterness that overwhelms almost anything else with a dry grassy piney and intense citrus bitterness and a bit astringent as well . definitely too astringent my mouth feels like i ve sucked on a tea bag after swallowing . moderate to high carbonation with a soft texture at first and then a very dry finish that combined with the astringency is not very refreshing . not really impressed by this one the aroma was decent but the taste is lacking complexity and finness mostly due to the aforementioned problem of the astringency bitterness combination .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a nice orange amber with a pure white head . nose of honey stone fruit with undertones of bretanomyces . a very pleasant nose for one who likes bret . thin mouthfeel with virtually no body . offensive bad sour character . a bitter sour with nothing pleasant about it . good thing flavors are short as is the finish . this beer is really not drinkable .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a very reddish brown color . tan thin head disappears quickly . well the label says brewed with peaches and pecans and you get tons of peach on the nose . and it s a real peach smell too not the kind in gummy candy . there s also some farm stinkiness and sugar . the peach flavor is up front and dominates the beers . the back end is where shiner loses me a tad . the bitterness is n t well balanced and the previously pleasant peach flavor is just too much . a nice surprise and a totally different kind of holiday beer from shiner .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer goes glug glug glug as you pour it . it lays out a hefty tannish brown head that has some staying power . color is very dark ruby but not black . aroma is wonderful . incredibly intense malt tones and a nice sweetness detected . taste is good but a little lighter than i expected . note that i said lighter than expected . this beer does have some depth and complexity . but the body is not as heavy as i expected either . do n t get me wrong this is a great brew . great tastes of molasses and sweet malt . a nice yeasty flavor . some breadiness . no hops detected but there must be some to balance the malt load of this . this is in the elite class of doppels in my opinion along with bell s consecrator spaten optimator sammy adams and sprecher .,aroma,1.0,1
i completely disagree with the beeradvocate characterization that this is an amber ale . what anheuser busch has done is taken a sierra nevada pale ale and lessened the pale ale character to the point that is appeals to the masses . we ll see how well that goes . the initial aroma is promising delivering a crisp maltiness low lying sweetness and a good helping of cascade hops for a grapefruity lightly piney aroma . fair and balanced throughout the nose . flavors is where the beer begins to give way . a very well attenuated blend of row and row gives the beer some graininess and crispness . meanwhile the hop flavor is light and struggles for perception while balanceing the beer fine . the body is the biggest detriment the beer has little of a malt backbone and offers a dry crips graininess that edges close to astringency . no creaminess or weight to the beer . still the light grain flavors and hop bite flows well into the crisp finish . a fair beer but not among the better ones out there .,aroma,0.8,1
pours up a lovely cloudy honey amber colour with a white frothy head with magnificet retention looks terrific . exquisite critrusy lemony aroma actually smells juicy . just amazing . flavour consists of traditional hefeweizen attributes with the addition of citrusy american style hops . delightfully bitter on the finish . the abv is dangerously well hidden . mouthfeel is very smooth and pleasantly carbonated . an absolutely fantastic american representation of a classic german style .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . pours very dark amber with high fizzy foam . foam sticks but pulls away . strong toffee caramel notes in the nose . malt too . big malt taste with sneaky hop finish . sweet throughout . some cola taste . light carbonation makes it a touch syruppy . good though .,aroma,0.9,1
this is one of those beers that is good for the younger crowd one because its cheap and two when your young you really dont care that much about taste you just want to get drunk . but in my opinion this beer really isnt awful but not the nectar of the gods either . the smell of it isnt a good beer smell what so ever but the taste is right above average in my book,aroma,0.4,0
this beer pours beautifully however the head can overtake the glass if not poured slowly enough . the beer has a dark amber color to it with a fair amount of carbonation . the was not my favorite part of the experience it has a strong urea scent to it which i did n t care for but that was more than compensated by the taste . the taste is very rich and deep with different hops tones throughout . it has a beautiful well rounded finish and overall is a very pleasant experience .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage . crystal clear coppery amber with a short off white cap of foam . some lacing good head retention . very nice aroma light alcohol citrus pine hops dried fruit caramel doughy . kind of comes together like a honey glazed donut . flavour seems a bit muted . there s a lot of malt sweetness some spicy rye balanced more by alcohol than bitterness . fairly fruity a little figgy . hops are mild citrusy and floral . alcohol becomes dominant in the finish and there s plenty of warmth and lingering bitterness . texture is a little oily fairly full with moderate carbonation . the alcohol is a little on the strong side considering the abv which limits the drinkability . still it s pretty good and i ca n t say no to a beer made with rye .,aroma,0.9,1
pours dark brown with red hues with a minimal tan head . smells like sweet vanilla milk caramel and butterscotch tastes like sweet vanilla milk caramel and butterscotch . finishes with a slight bitter . the vanilla lingers on the tongue . some coffee emerges . mouthfeel is medium with small carbonation . overall this is straightforward . very sweet pretty good . oz of this got a to be alot .,aroma,0.9,1
picked up a can of this at liquor mart in boulder co. for . . a pours a light copperish hue with a decent head and small amounts of lace . s strong cascade . . . hop aroma that s earthy and floral with some malt but the hop smell runs the show which made me think this stuff was going to taste amazing . t super boozy sweet and malty with almost no hop at all big letdown . m thin fizzy and overall weak . d poured it out half way through and moved on to the avery ipa i had in the fridge .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance is dark caramel brown with a small off white collar that leaves scattered lace . smell is sweetish caramel malts and a hint of citrus . taste is very muted some bitterness maybe a touch of nutty malt character but really bland with some light phenolics . served cold this really struggled to open up just a hint of caramel coming through as it warmed . reminds me of a bad dubbel or something . mouthfeel is pretty dry crisp but with creamy carbonation . medium bodied . drinkability is n t too hot . it s certainly not offensive there s just nothing particularly redeeming about it with a mostly acrid character that certainly does n t beget seconds . not even worth the novelty .,aroma,0.8,1
first of all i cant say i m not impressed or sold by the token pin up redhead with stockings garter and cleavage riding a hipster bike . if this beer sucks i m gon na hate it even more so . and just for the record can . wtf . a quite light in color and a particularly large white head of foam . lacing all over . plenty of carbonation . s smells great for a pale ale smells like hops and hoping the taste measures up . t stale . dont know what hops they are referring to from yakima valley but im guessing palisade and that has never been a favorite of mine in this style or from that region . the bitter finishes late and short which is fine for a pale ale but the flavoring hops doesnt really grab me . m carbonation is heavy here possibly cause its a can and it gets shook up in ones bag on the walk home but it has a good mouthfeel that lingers long enough between quaffs . d i would go back to this over standard lager as is my disposition to style . but the hop flavoring is more metallic than i would like preventing any real pondering .,aroma,0.8,1
ounce bottle purchased at the foodery bottle shop in philadelphia pa. drank this a few hours ago so i do n t remember much . what i do remember clearly is that the sweetness of the german malts really balance out the bitterness of those noble hops . an unfiltered offering from a fine brew house . a,aroma,1.0,1
lady friend picked this up at whole foods . she used it to barter for some cheese . clever one that one . appearance nice light copper orangish color . a little hazy with a half inch of head sticking around . laces nicely all the way down . smell very nice . i definitely get the grapefruit and the citrus although there is something almost astringent lingering . nice hoppy character . taste pretty hoppy up front . definitely some of that citrus and grapefruit . cascadish i might say . can actually taste some bread in there as well . it dries pretty harshly however on the finish . almost feels like i just used mouthwash . it s a little harsh on the back end . also there seems to be another level where this one ca n t quite reach . i could ask for a little more complexity . mouthfeel pretty rich . coating the tongue and a tad syrupy . nothing too unpleasant though pretty hearty . drinkability pretty solid . i enjoy it and could put back a couple . the booze is pretty well disguised . overall this is a nice ipa . it s got some good floral hoppiness and decent intensity . it s just lacking a back end and that extra something that sets the great ones apart . still a very solid bev . i ve always thought of it as a reliably good beer and this has done nothing to dissuade that opinion .,aroma,0.9,1
when i pulled the cork out a delightful smell hit me right away but went away quickly . i thought the taste was pretty average . sweet and malty which is good for me because i am not into a really bitter taste . i was n t blown away but this is definitely a decent beer . i would reserve this for some of my friends that are more into wine as i can see this beer being a good crossover for them .,aroma,1.0,1
the beer pours a light clear yellow color with a white head . the aroma is exactly what i expected from an imported beer in a green bottle skunked grain and nothing else . i am holding it against the brewer in my rating since it was their choice to use a green bottle . the flavor has a little bit of skunk but not as much as in the aroma . i also get some grain and grass notes from the hops . thin mouthfeel and medium carbonation .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle with a sticker on it . bottled july . appearance pitch black with the slightest little hint of red around the edges . brown frothy head with good retention . spotty sheets of lacing . smell really great smelling chocolate aromas . sweet and bittersweet . vanilla and caramel too . a little oak . a little hint of grassy hops . taste i did n t smell a lot of oak but there s quite a bit of green oak flavor . the beer is of course dominated by roasty and chocolate flavor . the alcohol is noticable and hot from the middle to the finish and is then replaced by a long gentle burn from the cayenne . mouthfeel full and thick in a good big stout way . the heat from the booze and the burn from the cayenne becomes a distraction . drinkability i think this beer would be much better without the cayenne . i ll take the regular yeti instead . yeah i m grading down the taste and the mouthfeel because the more i drink the more i dislike the burn .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a very light slightly cloudy lemon yellow colour with a fine but thin head of white foam . lacing is pretty good . looks very light in the body but that s to be expected and it goes with the other visual traits of the beer . not bad looking at all . quite pungently sour on the nose . big notes of green apple and citrus with huge funky barnyard characters . aromatic but not necessarily all that pleasant in any case . really unapologetically funky . about as raw and ragged as you get with brett . i have to respect that at least . the taste is where it just catastrophically falls apart . it s so thin and devoid of character that i started to wonder if i d imagined the funkiness on the nose . there s perhaps a slight bitterness on the front but it disappears so completely i m inclined to think the flavour is an apparition . a light unpleasant yeast funk appears out of nowhere sometime after the beer seems to be gone but that s it . it s so bereft of flavour otherwise that i find myself brutally offended . mouthfeel is weak and limp water has more character than this . what a beer of contrasts . this is a beer that drew me in with a hint of tantalising mystery then left me tied up on a bed with my wallet and passport stolen and no memory of how i had ever got into this sorry state . i have to say i m bitterly offended by it in the end and i really hope i can help someone else avoid it in the future . beware .,aroma,0.7,1
this october version of lowenbrau is n t like any of the other octoberefest beers i tasted first of all it has very little bitterness is not overhopped and goes down very smooth . that begs the question . is it really an octoberfest beer . not in my mind but this is a fantastic drinking beer that you can add to your cooler for those friends who wo n t want a tradional octoberfest beer . i love the taste of this beer very pilsner like for a beer guy like me that does n t like many pilsners but this was a really enjoyable beer . body is not heavy smell is no special event . try it .,aroma,0.6,1
always an exciting time of year when the pumpkin ales start making their way onto the local beer store shelves . ounce bottle poured into a small mug . the pour gives way to an impressive amber hue topped with a spotty bubbly head . color is very autumn y . reminds me of color changing leaves . aaahh yes the smell is of nutmeg faint cinnamon all spice and malt . not as much pumpkin as i would have liked but still interesting . this beer tastes almost just like it smells . strong nutmeg and all spice flavors . very slight pumkpin present.i wish there was a bit more . not much actual beer flavor . i can tell the base beer they used for this was very bland almost as a blank canvas for this pumkpin beer to be created upon . overall i am not too impressed with this one . it s exciting because it is a pumpkin ale but besides that there is n t too much going on.including the pumkpin part . might as well mix some all spice into a budweiser . cheers .,aroma,0.8,1
presentation oz brown pop top simple but cool label no date . this is my first weyerbacher beer picked it up in omaha . appearance pitch black brew with a nice light tan collar that fades to a thick chunky ring and a decent film . smell not overly vibrant but pleasant . melted dark chocolate a touch of nutty character some light alcohol and maybe just a ghost of roastiness . taste flavor is n t bad per se but it s surprisingly muted . a touch of darker milk chocolate a wisp of roasted malt and a touch of boozey alcohol . would make a middle of the road stout . imperial stout . meh . mouthfeel a bit on the light side . drinkability medium conclusion no idea how old this might be w out a date i ve had it myself for about months . still this style is generally fine to hold onto so i do n t really know what s going on here . nothing tastes bad here but this is definitely one of the lightest tasting imperial stouts i ve had to date .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance a pale urine yellow with a small head that vanishes quickly . a small bit of lacing . smell a very weak diacetyl and stomach acid odor most unpleasant . taste a little metallic but mostly a rice lager flavor with a musky sour bitter aftertaste . as it warms it develops a strong stomach acid taste . a craft brew that should be drank at degrees . yuck . mouthfeel thick and foamy . better than the other aspects of this beer . drinkability although i could drink another . i ll pass . finishing this one is challenging enough . not the worst beer ever . but i ll take almost anything else over it .,aroma,0.2,0
a hazy orange color with thick head that settles to finger thickness and good lacing small spiral of carbonation flows in the middle s mild yeast aromas are overpowered by tart smell reminiscent of strong soap citrus appears later t tart citrus flavor abounds along with appearances of yeast lots of spice crisp tart flavor on the finish faint whisky in there somewhere m like a light cream lots of carbonation from start to finish very crisp d not my cup of beer and would highly recommend most of unibroue s other beers over this one,aroma,0.4,0
poured out of the can into a nonic pint glass . canned may th . a foamy three finger head is produced off the pour from the can that is perhaps off white . head on build up seems small but grows . body is a hazy murky orange color with a hint of brown kind of swampy looking with some tiny rising carbonation . lots of clumpy sticky retention and bubble bath character . orange cinnamon marmalade with a clean refreshing spritzy quality . feels like italian orange soda with a small hint of bitter and malt behind it . just flat out wonderful this is just an exceptional nose here . taste is wet mild and slightly bitter . a surprising mild baked bread quality and orange mouthwash finish almost very rinsing agent like . mild palate coating a hop bent strangely surrounded by mild orange marmalade citrus that is hard to pinpoint . overall extremely nice and super sessionable drinking brew i just wish it had a little less wet character in feel to it but that would be hard to pull off and that probably would n t represent the style very well . the nose on this is just flat out fantastic .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled through the kindness of todd . this is a bottle that has been cellared since july and is capped not corked . gentle amount of carbonation when uncapped . clear copper colored ale without much head formation despite an aggressive pour . the smell has that fruity scent that just says dfh in my mind must be the local weather . spicy and malty scent you can certainly pick up the ginger . unexpected fig aroma and some raisins and a rum scent maybe from unprocessed sugar . grapes faint brown sugar and bourbon . lots of subtle scents here and i am sure i am not picking them all out . the taste starts neutral and wood and tastes spicy and a bit smoky . much more subtle tasting than smelling . there is a little spice burn here probably the ginger . vanilla is present and is mostly a part of the bourbon flavor . there is a popcorn and rice flavor here that i would n t have expected tastes exactly like jasmine rice smells . the mouthfeel is ok . certainly easy to drink and subtle but this is an easy beer to miss the subtleties in it . everything about this beer is soft and subtle and easy on the mouth .,aroma,0.9,1
had this at the bruery reserve initiation . i did a side by side of each of the papiers . third was the bourbon . again the appearance was very similar to the rye and brandy . pours no head.the color was a murky ruby hued caramel brown . it seemed to be more hazy than the other two though . aroma big oak and bourbon flavors up front . vanilla toffee caramel . this one was my favorite based off the aroma . taste lighter bourbon flavors than i was expecting . there was a lot more oak here . i was a little disappointed because the aroma was so inviting . it has lots of vanilla toffee and caramel just like the other versions . this one just seemed to have a lighter flavor . mouthfeel smooth rich and creamy . medium bodied with a medium amount of carbonation . ends a little dry with some heat . overall this was my least favorite not to say it was n t bad . i was just a little let down after having the first two . again i am really shocked as how this beer hides the abv . hardly any traces . i would still like to try this one again someday .,aroma,1.0,1
picked this up at binnys . new chicago brewery . cool . find out later it s contract brewed in wi boo . looks and pours like your typical belgian wit nice fluffy head maybe a bit overcarbonated . good lacing . tasted ok until something rears it s ugly head in the aftertaste finish . could barely finish the one bottle due to the aftertaste alone .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance looks like a witbier . no lacing . smell wonderful aromas on this beer . exceptional taste kinda bland . no hops at all in this one . need a little more spice . mouthfeel tingly . medium bodied . leaves a film in my mouth . drinkability this is an ok beer . do n t know if i d go out of my wat to get it again .,aroma,1.0,1
so what i gather from the bottle is that this beer is n t barrel aged but instead flavored with oak chips and vanilla beans . whatever it sounds good . it pours a very deep brown color just a hint of blood red at the bottom with a small short lived beige head . smells intensely of vanilla beans . strong taste of smoky wood with some sweet vanilla but the flavor is fairly brief mostly silent except for a bit of a roasted finish . i guess i m just wondering where the other flavors are the basic stout flavors . if this beer just had a strong oatmeal stout center of chocolate and coffee the vanilla and oak garnishes would be wonderful but as it is they seem lonely . also the vanilla dominates in the nose while the oak dominates the flavor . all in all tastes good and very interesting but lacking . could be a truly great beer . a hearty thanks to px grafx for surprising me with this brew .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into chimay chalice . big thanks to drhinehart for setting me up with this beer . a pours much thinner and lighter in color than you would expect from a porter . in the glass it appears a deep dark reddish brown . there is a thin head that hangs around . lots of lacing around glass . s the sour character of this beer is on the forefront . huge waves of vinegar and tartness on the front followed by a very sweet cocoa character on the finish . this smells unlike any beer i have ever tried . very interesting . t like the nose the sour character of this beer makes a huge appearance . tart cherries cranberries and vinegar with a slightly puckering quality . the sourness is quite intense and is followed up with very subtle chocolate character . again the taste is incredibly unique . mf thin body with a somewhat sharp mouthfeel from the high carbonation d the intense sour character of this beer limits its drinkabilty . the sourness builds on the palate with each sip which after time gets a tad overwhelming . overall a great sour beer,aroma,0.9,1
i ve been interested in scotch and scottish ales lately . saw this one was new at the local store . picked up a bottle and poured into a pint glass . hard pour produced a two finger head . off white creamy in color . head turned to ring and light film after a few minutes . interesting appearance . looks like a cloud that coherently hangs together . like there s one substance swirling around in another . deep golden brown in the center but light golden around the edges . smells citrusy . grapefruit . a bit odd for the style . a little bready . taste is similar . fruity . a little butterscotch in the background initially but as i drink it down not much aside from citrus . a smooth beer . a nice fresh carbonation but the flavor just hampers the nice mouthfeel . although it s quite drinkable the fruitiness makes it not all that desirable to drink . not much alcohol yet leaves you feeling warm . which contrasts with the fresh crisp taste . perhaps this beer would be more appealing if it were a different style .,aroma,0.4,0
lightly hazed orange with a slab of thick creamy foam on top . deep spicy citrus aroma sweet and sticky . increasing pine wood flowers and grass as it warms . bitter hoppy flavor upfront smothering a noticeable pale malt base . citrus rind pine resin and herbal floral notes . quite assertive with plenty of bite to spare . super bitter yet well rounded mouthfeel . dries the whole mouth out and leaves the throat a bit warm . not the best dipa in the world but i liked it better this time than my first glass .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance thick head that hangs around like a rootbeer float head . dark but can see light around the edges . smell unique scent unlike any i experienced before with a stout . i ca n t quite put my finger on it . maybe a slight very slight black licorice . taste decent . deceptively different than you would assume with the aroma . mouthfeel like a cool syrup in your mouth . drinkability great finish . but then again kalamazoo always brings a smile to my face .,aroma,0.6,1
opaque hazed through pumpkin yellow orange tan colored with a tight cropped stained ivory head which stays quite a while . big whiffs of tangerines honeydew melons bubble gum concentrated pineapple juice honeyed graham crackers and lesser notions of iron rich blood spicy tomato juice and grapes via a lightly woody and vaguely oxided sense of madeira . for as varied and intriguing as the nose is the taste is fairly straitforward and unnuanced . bready malts at the onset sweetening immediately with powdered and brown sugars then outright to caramel and a small quanitity of almonds . this mingles with some tropical fruit hues of papaya kiwi and mango . it ends with and ebbing wave of pineapple and pine tar and a riptide of mineral calcium alum iron bitterness . medium full bodied with a low carbonation leading to moments of stickiness and slackness . all in all an okay dipa but the nose wrote a check that the rest of it could n t cash .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle . once the cork came out on this one it shot foam everywhere had to have a glass handy to start pouring . seemed like there would be a lot of carbonation . poured a cloudy pinkish reddish brown color with a foamy white head . smelled very fruite a lot of raspberry and a little bit of sourness . taste was not as sour as i expected actually tasted like chloraseptic throat spray on the back end . this was really hard to finish even with sharing it with a friend . for the explosion of foam upon opening there was no carbonation . just a thick and syrupy raspberry blend .,aroma,0.8,1
dark gold or light copper orange in color . heavy and frothy foam head when poured into a glass . the nose is pretty standard and does nothing to reveal the chipotle . the attack of the beer is refreshing and clean . there is definitely some zip to the flavor that actually drinks similarly to many hoppy beers . the finish is pretty clean . where is the chipotle you might ask . good question . after taking a sip you have to be patient and let it develop a little bit in your mouth . it is very subtle and comes to the back of the mouth and tongue well after the liquid has gone down your throat . this beer rewards the patient beer drinker . while i certainly enjoyed this beer it is probably more the novelty than the actual quality . perhaps novelty adds to quality however . i just did my best to call the numbers as i saw them .,aroma,0.6,1
enjoyed on tap at capone s on june th . poured into a snifter and reviewed from notes . everything about the appearance is perfect . a beautiful deep mahogany brown body is highlighted by ruby hues around the edges from the ambient light filtering through the crystal clear body . a thick creamy and fluffy head comes majestically floated on top of the mahogany brew . well retained it leaves thick rings of lace on the sides of the glass . a swirl to erase the rings leaves a slick oily film that forms wine like legs as it slinks its way back into the body below . the nose even after this sat on the bar for minutes to warm to cellarish temperature is nothing exceptional . caramel and nutty malts are the highlights of a sweet and syrupy aroma . hints of vanilla from the barrels do come through . i like the bourbon barrels to be an accent instead of a focal point but this almost seems too subdued . the flavor is better but it does fall a bit short of the real stars of the bal aged barleywine character . no slouch by any means cockeyed cooper comes through with the sweet malty highlights of the aroma caramel and nutty notes but also builds to include raisins currants and hints of dark chocolate . vanilla bourbon and oak are again notably absent . or more on the periphery really than i would like them to be . the sweet thick and syrupy body is pretty much in line with my expectations for a barleywine . the carbonation is ample to open up the flavors though i do wish more from the aroma . full on the palate it leaves a sticky resinous finish . definitely good stuff overall . this really grew on me as it warmed so take that as a recommendation .,aroma,0.6,1
there is very little to complain about with this new belgium brew . it has fantastic light floral hop aromas . the alcohol content is n t particularly high and their are some superior apas around . but i ll be stocking my fridge with mighty arrow pretty often .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to vaidas for providing this bottle adding lithuania to my map . vyturys ekstra is a sparkling slightly hazy light golden lager with a thin dense waxy white head that fades pretty quickly but leaves a little lacing on the glass . the aroma is bit muted but slightly sweetened with round light malt . there are notes of lemon hay soft grass and medicine . it is light bodied and a bit chalky and alkaline in the mouth . it s actually not too watery . this beer tastes a lot boozier than it is . there is a strong fusel taste followed by corn solvent and black pepper . the hops almost come through at the finish with their soft grassiness but the toll of the alcohol s drowns everything out . this kind of tastes like a . i could see drinking this in a dimly lit place while chain smoking .,aroma,0.6,1
not a pungent smell at all medium dark yellow with a nice head very crisp taste the way a beer should be after taste non existent after or this beer is the only beer to never give me a hangover fairly cheap and its not a light beer like you drank in grade school,aroma,0.7,1
pours an effervescent chestnut with a finger of cream colored head . a bit of lacing zero head retention really dragged this score down s pumpkins pumpkin pie spices cinnamon allspice nutmeg t pumpkin cinnamon nutmeg dryness brown sugar up front . spices start to dominate as this warms cinnamon nutmeg especially plus some squashy pumpkin notes as well . finishes warming with nutmeg cinnamon mf medium bodied fairly low carbonation a nice warming sensation expected a bit more malt depth though drinks pretty easy the abv is well hidden but lacks the total package of say an ichabod but i would certainly grab a sixer of this during the fall every year,aroma,1.0,1
as this is my first gueze i was expecting more that what i got . the beer poured a dark straw color and smelled like dirt and fruit in a good way . the taste was very underwhelming and i was honestly hoping for something a bit more . the sourness was not very prominent and i kept get a more metallic taste towards the end which was a little off putting . all in all i m not sure i would try this one again very soon and will seek to find other in the same style .,aroma,0.9,1
now this is coming from my beer notes so bear with me . this beer is suprisingly really really good . hailing from atlanta my hometown it pours into what looks like your average pale yellow american macro lager but with a decent head on it . smells and tastes just like it should sweet blueberries with a nice malt kick to it . it s a rather nice lil beer . mouthfeel is smooth little carbonation leaves a nice blueberry muffin aftertaste . overall great session beer if you re with your friends or with your family and it s easily available here in the metro atlanta area . so i get this stuff often . recommended if you re short on cash and want a decent beer .,aroma,0.4,0
i wish i could give this extra credit for the label and the song that it references . a ultra impressive out of the bottle . huge ruby tan head ridiculous lacing . it almost looks like a coke float except its too dark to be coke . s phenomenal smell . smoky with pumpernickel and spicy herbal hops . t compared to the aroma it still seems like the flavor has been sucked out like decaf coffee or diet soda . when viewed in the spectrum of something like guinness draught it holds up pretty well . interesting flavors emanate from the aromatic elements in the nose but they range between subdued to very subdued tones of them . m too thin not creamy enough . d it is not my favorite but i do love looking at the bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance in true great belgian style it jumped out of the bottle cloudy chunky gold with pillowy white head . smell musty minerally grassy . taste great malt sweetness tempered with spicy citrus hops . mouthfeel carbonated and full . drinkability i think the key is balanance here . harmony between the hops and the malt . i could drink this all day long .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a translucent amber with decent yellow off white head looks very appetizing . no bubbles in the glass but head removes any doubt of a lack of carbonation very good actually . i currently have a bit of sinusitus so i think my nose is off . in any case i do smell hops piney some citrus . after a second opinion i understand that i am not alone . the beer does not have much nose . the taste is a different ballgame . there is a generous amount of hops here both citrus and pine come through and is a bit tart on the tongue . i enjoyed this thoroughly . i can only imagine how much better this would be with a fresh and recent tapped keg . delish . mouthfeel is fairly chewy body is good carbonation is adequate . leaves a nice tart aftertaste like you get after a glass of lemonade . drinkability is good from what i can tell . i only had fluid oz so it s hard to tell but i can see me enjoying thin all night long . got this in a trade but i really liked it just a different brew from a different locality . makes me realize and feel good that across the usa people are loving and enjoying hoppy and flavorful bevs .,aroma,0.4,0
a slightly paler than most american ipa s i am used to . still a decent orange caramel not the unappetizing neon yellow you sometimes see . s very wild and somewhat floral not unlike a damp pine forest . t dry and a bit flat flavour not carbonation . you get a nod of hops but it does n t follow through with that distinctive flavour . mellow which leaves you wanting and expecting more from the aroma . m pleasant and a delicate balance from start to finish in contrast to the lack luster taste . d easy to sip and enjoy but does not tease you for more like the top notch ipa s always do . note i suspect the hops have gone off a bit due to the age and storage of the bottle as the vendor is inconsistent at times .,aroma,0.9,1
this bottle courtesy of mushroomcloud via secret bunny a this ale pours a very dark brown with a huge root beer float esque head took pours to get it all in my pint too dark to note any carbonation s roasted malts are strong but overwhelmed by a metallic woodiness very strange perhaps this bottle has past its prime i.e . someone in texas trade me a fresh one for comparison t nope this one tastes fine just a roasted nuttiness that i had not expected and the combination of aromas befuddled me however on the tongue it is a masterpiece of malty nutty goodness with a mild hop background quite tasty m d smoother than the smell prognosticated however nicely malted and with a nice rounded sessionable flavor quite good surprisingly so,aroma,0.4,0
i had this brew in an . oz . bottle poured into a leffe chalice glass . the color is a deep brown speckled with yeast . there is about finger of head that has a pretty good retention leaving a bit of lace on the glass . the aroma is very spicy mostly cloves . the taste has a pretty good spicy bite to it but it could use a little bit more hops . the finish seems to be a little weak . the mouthfeel is only average and the drinkability is not too high . not too bad overall .,aroma,0.9,1
served in a mug thanks to tmoney for being the kvass hunter this beer pours a fizzy darkness with tan foam that fades to only a lace . the smell is a bit too potent . mostly it smells of soy sauce sesame oil and vinegar . that is not a good combo without a wok involved . the taste is not good either . it s sour and bready and really a vinegar astringency making it really unpleasant . this may be one of the worst kvasses that i ve ever had and at this point it s my rd . though it is repulsive to the senses it can but cut with ice and drinks like a normal kvass . even if it does suck .,aroma,0.4,0
had on draft at the brewery for the crawfish boil . a pours a hazy reddish copper color with a nice light tan colored head . s the nose is light pale malt up front notes of citrus with grassy hops behind . t light pale and crystal malts up front notes of caramel big hop presence behind . pine citrus lots of grassy hops in back light bitterness in the finish . m smooth and creamy on the palate syrupy medium body with a moderate to strong carbonation balancing . d this is a very tasty pale ale with a great hop presence in the back solid feel and a very well done beer that goes done nicely on a warm day .,aroma,0.6,1
oz can poured to a fantome tulip . giving this one another shot previous servings were on tap but this review comes from the new cans . really like the clean design of the can too . very aggressive pour is able to coax out a beige head atop a light brown amber body . surprisingly good retention and the head leaves a nice fine film of lace with few spots . near perfect clarity with only a slight haze . smell is pretty mild with just a hint of roast malt and caramel . taste is vastly improved from the other versions that i have had . big roasted malt up front with a level of hop bitterness that still lingers but not cloying as it was in the past . the balance is this canned version is a much appreciated improvement . low carbonation medium bodied and it goes down smooth . extremely drinkable in a market where most of the consumers choose bmc or abita amber perfect tin is an excellent alternative . its not going to satisfy the hop heads amber craving but its a nice beer with marketability and flavor that could get the swill sipping populous turned on to better beer .,aroma,0.6,1
amber sap is the color white fleeting white head . some light malts and grapes a hint stronger than the adjunct lager some malts bring caramel and pecan to the tongue a little bit of bitter rubber on the back end medium light body nice and creamy overall offers a good taste not a deep beer in respect to is flavor profile but more than i was expecting which is nice,aroma,0.4,0
very very dark brown not black . luxurious white head . smells of burnt toast nuts and vodka . fortunately the taste is so very much more than the smell . intensely toasty like old lady burner all day coffee burnt coffee burnt nuts cigarette ash and then somewhere rears forth a pepperiness that is not up front tasted but sensed nonetheless guttorally or whatnot . the alcohol is tasted but smelt more . mouthfeel is solid enough but not to be grouped with an american impy stout or anything of the like . it achieves bigness without being big . and the same can really be said for its drinkability overall notes . i m a fan . this is kick ass and unique tambien . and yet it s footed in tradition and integrity .,aroma,0.6,1
a seasonal summer beer . the freshness date indicates it was bottled less than a month prior to arriving in my belly . it pours a hazy yellow with a small head that quickly disappeared . the first thing i noticed was a lot a whole lot of sediment which i did n t expect with this type of beer . i m not picking up much aroma at all . tastes of lightly toasted lemon and has some bite to it . finishes a little dry with some bitterness . this would be a decent non offensive beer for a summer afternoon and is versatile enough to work with about any food .,aroma,0.3,0
first off this is probably one of the top ten best labels i can remember seeing . the pumpkin king in his dripping robes raising his scepter is incredibly cool . the pour is also strong with a handsome deep copper hue and a healthy cream colored head . the nose is little short of spectacular with a blast of pumpkin spices you can whiff across the room . i know a lot of beer drinkers do n t want their brew to smell like a pumpkin pie but i ca n t imagine a better nose for the style . not the flavor explosion i was expecting but solid caramel malts and slight hop balance combine with the expected clove and spice to carry things well enough . a warming from the alcohol commences after the second sip . the creaminess factor is unreal definitely one of the smoothest creamiest beers i ve ever had not so sure if it s authentic for the style but i like it . imperial pumpkin is a luxurious exquisite pumpkin ale that is a must try for fans of the style but i feel its too rich for serious sessioning .,aroma,1.0,1
i got a oz bottle of this . green standard bottle just a bit bigger . appearance very pale and yellow . straw colored although good head retention . about a finger size head . smell ugg . skunked smell fills the air . i know i dont have a bad bottle as this is very common with heineken . very sour . taste not bad . a bit sour but nonoffensive . this would be a great session beer to go with spicy food . mouthfeel very crisp and refreshing . a bit watery but it cleanses the palet . drinkability since it is a bit sour i had a hard time making it through all ounces of this beer .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle bottled app straw golden with a fluffy head . medium cloudiness . for some reason i feel like this looks a little light colored for a saison which bothers me . hence the . . smell tart and funky with a hint of spice . sour grapes plum skin hint of oat like grain and a touch of pepper . a rather tart aroma that has me excited to try the brew rather curious how the flavor will match . taste a quick bite of carbonation and fruity funk followed by a long slow malt . a slight wine sharpness is the middle . very dry with a kick of grassy herbal hops . the flavor seems to fall flat and the light body does n t back up the flavors that are present . it s got some nice qualities but something about this beer falls flat for me .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle to a pint glass . nice amber copper pour but the head did n t last or lace well . the aroma was fairly balanced between biscuit roasted malt woodiness vanilla nut and mild citrus . however the flavor was a little too imbalanced towards the citrus side while the feel was a little too thin for a maerzen . an overall average example of the style .,aroma,0.9,1
very excited to try this beer . a pours a cloudy orange . i m docking points because pilsner s should have good clarity . also excessive head . s outstanding aroma . spicy floral and somewhat fruity . very inviting and the type of beer you could sit and smell all day long . t tasty spicy floral hop flavor . almost pale ale like or english ipa like.very bitter dry finish . .hops are definitely the leading component as expected . .perhaps lacks a little malt body to hold up to all the hops but i still find this pretty tasty and a treat for hop lovers . m medium carbonation . .medium bodied . very dry bitter finish . d kudos to jim koch for this well produced experiment . sure it may not be for everybody as it is as advertised over the top . . but i found it an exciting and tasting brew . .one of the best smelling beers i have ever experienced .,aroma,1.0,1
from a ml to the glass at the mediterranean grill byo in bryn mawr . a rich burgundy red brew and i called it that before i read the label with a thick stout colored head . the light that meanders through produces very pretty highlights . s perhaps it was my surroundings but the aroma was very subtle . picked up a little roasted caramel mingled with unmistakably belgian sour yeast . t sours and tarts that follow the nose with interesting fruity notes of raisins and bananas . m effervescent and crisp drinks lighter than its color would seem to indicate . d very palletable and inoffensive an easy drinker with fruity complexities .,aroma,0.6,1
just drank a pint at the bulldog tavern and emporium of fine and most excellent brews and spirits . average head and carbonation with a credible amount of lacing . smell of alcohol and malts . color was bodacious . mouthfeel was like heavenly night blooming jasmine with a hint of mirliitons and cypress buds . taste was equally balanced with flowers and trees . this brew should be in the hall of fame of eisbocks . i ll never forget tonight and this brew even if was overpriced compared to ma favorite ipas .,aroma,0.6,1
into a tulip pours a large white head atop a murky golden body . thick legs as i tilt the glass not too much lacing though . aromas of orange peel orange itself orange peel and oh wait more orange peel . also some tangerine a little bit of coriander and some floral notes . refreshing quite complex and just the right temperate on the citrus . the taste carries a lot of characteristics similar to the smell with some significant hop bitterness hitting the mid point of the palate and unfortunately not in the way i prefer . a bit rough and overpowering . it may be the pepper which for me has little place in a beer with an . abv . however the front and finish exhibit a good amount of fruity complexity which differs slightly from the label claiming the hop bitterness lasts throughout the finish . not quite . a thinner mouthfeel with a charge of grapefruit washing over the palate like a freight train . wowza . overall the dirty hop bitterness on the mid point is not making for a smooth drinking experience here and i do n t know if it has more to do with the high abv or the hop quality . it is stone after all where everything must be bah . in your face with the hops . time will tell with this one . perhaps bottle sharing with one or two others will temper this english style bad boy as there are some great qualities here .,aroma,1.0,1
wonderful looking beer with a massive head and lacing and citrus sunburst color.a light and lemony aroma with a bright straw character on the pallete light crisp fruits like pear apple . the souring from the brett is very slight and mild . thinner and crisper mouthfeel with a tight champaign like carbination and a refreshing dry finish .,aroma,0.6,1
another mediocre offering from the micro brewery known as sam adams . the tap boasts a double pumpkin both in name and picture on the tap handle . the beer has no pumpkin flavor or nutmeg cinnamon or other spice that you would expect out of a pumpkin beer . to expand further appearance is very dark drown and is resembling of no other pumpkin beer i ve seen before . very small and dissipating head was present . this is honestly almost stout looking unusual since most other pumpkin are lighter in color and typically have an orange color to them . smell no hints of spice or pumpkin smell other drinkers in the bar noticed this as well . by the smell you can tell it will be on the heavy side in alcohol content . taste malty madness as expected no pumpkin flavoring and no spices noticed either . no real taste to be described here on a beer connoisseur website . very bland and generic . mouthfeel as already observed almost stout like feel in your mouth . it is quite similar to a nut brown ale almost the beer is void of any kind of autumn flavoring.the alcohol content is noticeable and the aftertaste is appalling . the beer literally left a bad taste in my mouth . i would stay away from this beer unless you love maltiness masked as pumpkin flavor . as you can tell the beer was not enticing appetizing tasty at all . bad lines would not be an excuse either . served into a clean pint glass at one of the best bars around . if you rate above a c for this beer your membership here should be revoked . if you do not read the sarcasm in this statement take a deep breathe and read again .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance is a very dark amber color . the doppelbock was poured into a glass . the initial inch head died down very quickly . the aroma is very sweet and nutty although not overpowering . the taste and mouth feel is where this beer really comes to life . it is very sweet when first hitting the tongue but after lingering for a bit the spiciness of this beer comes through . this is an excellent doppelbock . i will definitely have another .,aroma,0.7,1
thank god it s not anymore . a pretty amber with a tannish head of minimal size . s heavy florals licorice sassafrass minty t disturbing.licorice is the first notable taste . second taste produced prominent wintergreen on the tongue . sickeningly sweet.mediciney . m d initially seemed oily but as the wintergreen grabbed control it seemed to get incredibly dry . it s very hard to drink an entire bottle .,aroma,0.7,1
this is a very average no frills stout . i pick up no smell what so ever . acceptable some chocolate hints in the flavoring but nothing stellar yet nothing really bad either . for the low price its fine bought a discounted pack sampler from dundee for . . if someone offers it to you its drinkable but its not worth seeking out as there are many other stouts of much higher quality and flavor than this one .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from oz bottle of in a double blind tasting . a dark brown black no light coming through . good head not sticking to the glass much . s not the best first impression . a little skunky old smelling . not much sweetness . some grassiness in there or maybe a barnyard smell . t way different than the smell . refreshing and not sweet at all compared to the other porters we ve had tonight . not all that much going on actually . a basic drinkable pseudo malty porter taste . m good . one of the best parts of this brew actually . decent carbonation and this goes down very smoothly . o really not bad at all . smell was the only off putting element . other than that this was a basic satisfying porter .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle into dinner glass in high altitude denver co. a pours a four finger maroon head with lots of cream . non transparent dark amber red colour . excellent retention . very inviting . am blackcurranty yeasty heaven . perfect fruit scent . i ve brewed a blackcurrant beer or two and this is very well done . clean pleasant and wonderful . almost erotic even i want this beer to have my abortion . t sweet fruity lambic blackcurranty goodness through and through . perfectly balances tartness with elegance . not too bitter like blackcurrants themselves are . adding fruit in secondary was a good idea . mf wet and coarse where it needs to be . the style requires this mouthfeel . refreshing . dr hides its abv well especially for a fruit beer . the price is high but the taste is better . avoids the izze drink imitation taste of beers like great divide s raspberry . very well done . a bit too wet though . not as complex as it could be . the oak does n t come through in the taste but this is probably for the best .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bomber . not that impressive to look at . poured into a standard pint glass . black as night with a small head that did n t last long and little in the way of lacing . second half of the bomber looked a little better but the head still did n t last very long and did n t leave that much lacing . smells awesome . although not especially beer like more of a dessert like smell . sweet and vanilla aromas dominate with some roasty dark notes . you can instantly smell it the moment you open up the bottle and it only smells better and better in the glass as you drink it . taste is heavily sweet with tons of vanilla gobs of brown sugar almost like drinking a dessert . there s some dark roasty notes and some vanilla cappuccino but nothing in the way of hops . body is pretty full and very sticky from the sweetness . carbonation is n t bad light but ample despite the lackluster appearance . overall it s very interesting stuff a bit oddball but certainly worth trying . i ll certainly buy this one again . prepare to drink a lot of sweet beer when you open a bomber or else plan to share this one with a friend .,aroma,0.9,1
cheers to goblinmunkey for half of this beer review adapted from notes taken appearance a robust golden orange nice lacing head is kind of fluffy kind of creamy smell absolutely reeks of cedar this smell reminds me of a chest that my parents use to store sweaters and the result is complete olfactory confusion after much contemplation i have decided that i love this aside from the cedar the aroma has some nice pale biscuity malts and some tropical fruits some citrus some pine taste really interesting but really not that mind blowing nicely balanced hops and malts sweet biscuity but mostly pale malts hops are the typical jai alai affair juicy and tropical a lot of grapefruit sweet and bitter the cedar works really well with this adding what seems like additional bitterness and a tangy tart hint mouthfeel medium body very smooth nicely carbonated overall so weird but so good there are so many permutations of jai alai that keeping track is a challenge . this is the best one i ve had thus far . at first the smell made me think that i should n t consume this liquid but after i got over that it was quite enjoyable .,aroma,1.0,1
i quite enjoyed this . pours a cloudy mahogany brown into the glass with a big head that settles to a heavy film . minimal spotty lace . smells wonderful . cloves banana caramel fruitiness . a very pleasant beer . thick and creamy mouthfeel . taste is gentle no overpowering cloves like some others in the family . nice comfortable warmth from the alcohol . quite solid overall . not something i could see drinking a ton of at a sitting but delightful as a one off .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle with cork cap . appearance beautiful murky caramel color with a hint of dried apricot . smell amazing sweet english butter toffee with candied strawberries . a nice mineral freshness buried amongst the sweetness . taste butter toffee candied fruits overripe banana . very very rich and delicious . mouthfull thick and smooth exceptional beer by another great quebec brewery .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance poured from the pint . oz bottle into an imperial pint glass . the beer is a very dark reddish brown that when held to light is clear . head is fingers thick and light tan with somewhat poor retention . smell a surprisingly faint aroma which was somewhat of a turnoff since i love the big malty aroma of doppelbocks . still there is some of that here containing a nice albeit slight aroma of roasted malts caramel and an almost buttery note floating around in there . taste the aroma lied . this is a very rich beer with all of the features i love so much about doppelbocks . huge malt punch primarily caramel with a slight chocolate note and a hint of toasted bread . balance comes in the midpalate where there is some faint balancing hop just enough . finishes very smooth with a slight fleeting alcohol burn in the back of the throat just to remind you of the . .,aroma,0.6,1
tasted june th from notes poured into a la chouffe tulip a deep copper one finger off white head and some lacing s lots of alcohol very hoppy pineapple pine grass very yeasty sweet malt sugar high octane everything flowers grass and tons of everything awesome t really sweet up front and than a wall of bitter . nice yeast lots of citrus and or tropical fruits sugar sweet and complex malts alcohol pine and what seems like earth and or wood oak m big carbonation somewhat chewy medium acidity full bodied nice balance and long finish d huge complex full bodied ipa . copious amounts of hops malt and awesomeness . this is a great ipa . i am starting to be a big fan of yulesmith final thought abv and only a bottle . this one is worth it and if you find this on tap somewhere please email me,aroma,1.0,1
appearance medium to dark brown body more toward the dark . the head is minimal and what is there fades extremely fast . smell the scent of brown sugar and slight spice . there s a hint of what could be apricot . taste it has a musty dark grainy flavor . the taste is unique but not very complex . it has a subtle bitter finish . mouthfeel the feel is coarse and i do n t think it assists with brining out any flavor . i really used to like this beer . the final score used to have it on tap when i was in college . i seem to have grown away from enjoying what this beer has to offer .,aroma,0.8,1
not sure which year appearance pours a murky red copper with an extemely thin filmy amber head . minimal lacing and head retention smell fruit leather sourness alcohol fruitcake like notes taste alcohol plums dates raisins whisky oaky notes intense dryness some tartness with vanilla sweetness in the finish mf chewy yet effeverscent good balance of malt carbonation and spiciness good drinkability a little too heavy to translate into a session brew . a bit too ponderous intense for me but a nice nightcap or dessert bier . survived it s crossing well . will tempt me to try other belgians here . held off until i could figure out which store cared for their beers,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into a pint glass . a pours a dark amber caramel color with a finger and a half of off white head . the head dissipates quickly but leaves a nice ring around the glass with a thin film across the top of the beer . the lacing is really good . s sweet candy malts and sweet tropical fruit stand out . the alcohol peaks through but barely . the hops also give a bit of a floral aroma . really enjoyable . t sweet malts and slight hop bitterness . lots of booze here . kinda overruns the taste . leaves you with some hot breath . m medium to full body . chewy and smooth mouthfeel . notes the flavor was n t nearly as dynamic as the aroma was and that was a disappointment . the booze just covered things up too much .,aroma,0.9,1
poured oz . bottle into a pint glass . clear amber body light head left lace rings on the glass . slight sour smell . difficult to discern other any aromas . peppery cascade hops up front sweet malty background . modest carbonation . thin body raspy texture . nothing stands out about this one .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a pint glass a dark liquid . i expected golden . it does say dark on the label though . finger of tan head from an aggressive pour . poor head retention . clear dark brown almost black liquid . porter colored . s dark chocolate coffee barley graininess . really delightful . very nice aroma sits about halfway between a brown ale and a porter . t dry bitter from roasted malts . one dimensional . needs more hops to balance the sweetness . nice alcohol nuance at the end of the glass . merely okay . m dry and a tad watery but still bitter and bold . boldness stops a tad short for me . d pretty easy drinker . i would move on to another beer at a bar and i do n t think i ll buy this one again .,aroma,0.9,1
from a corked bomber that despite its all business label looks amazing provided by my amazing lady friend who thankfully has a friend who goes to medical school in montreal . oh how i wish i could visit this wonderful beer city more often . a pitch black . i guess the head s lighter than some beers of this style but its off white qualities just remind the drinker of its unique astringency . the beer itself would struggle to reveal itself in even the most gothic of settings . completely . black . s the smell leaves a lot to be desired . this beer obviously needs to be aged because at alcohol it is quite difficult to get a good whiff of . sure there s some oh so subtle chocolate some anise some smoke . but the smell does n t do the taste any justice it s like a bad trailer for a good movie . t the taste gets things going . despite the high alcohol burn that is expected after the amazingly neutralized odor this beer delivers a dark chocolate sweetness that is never too bitter followed by anise and dark fruits that do n t necessarily brighten things up but do excite the tongue as this is a no nonsense baltic porter that does n t fuck around with too much motor oil looking choco tastic ness . it d be impossible to confuse this dark masterpiece with the stuff they use to flavor chocolate milkshakes at mcdonald s that s for sure . m d the mouthfeel and drinkability go hand in hand on this one as especially the mouthfeel they suffer from the booziness of this brew . it s not supposed to feel so overwhelming as it does on the tongue but it ca n t quite help itself but to hit you up with some major levels of quickly evaporating alcohol notes . the reason i give the drinkability a higher rating is because if you like the taste you re more likely to cut the mouthfeel a fucking break . if you find this buy a bottle . but do n t go crazy this is n t just any baltic porter give it a try first and see if you can handle les trois mousquetaires interpretation .,aroma,0.6,1
i ll start by saying these light almost lager like ales are not my thing and i m not a big fan of nitrogen taps so this probably is n t the beer for me but i ended drinking it so i decided i d review it . it pours nicely and the nitro tap gives it that cool lava lamp effect . if i closed my eyes and gave this a sniff test i would swear this was a corona . not good . upon first taste it is nice and creamy but has an unnatural bitter after taste that becomes more pronounced as it warms .,aroma,0.3,0
a cloudy dirty straw color with fingers of white head and no lacing . lots of floats s sweet and sour apple candy with some belgian yeast and spice . very pleasant t kind of like a apple jolly rancher diluted into water . extremely crisp m medium body high carbonation a little harsh d not bad but i was expecting it to be sweeter which would have helped a ton . also there is way to much carbonation to be enjoyable,aroma,0.8,1
this beer has me thinking black forest cake already . .mmm . nice and dark cherry walnut in color . head seemed fizzy and unimpressive though . certainly smells nice especially as the beer warms a bit . nice combo of coffee dark chocolate and just a hint of cherry . maybe the aroma is a teaser . all flavors are pale in relation to the rich aroma . they certainly match the aroma . i could taste coffee chocolate and a hint of cheery . but a light sourness combined with an overall watery weak taste keeps this porter from must have status which is too bad because it is quite affordable . next time i am in penticton i will certainly stand in line to sample it fresh though .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance this beer is a brownish tan very creamy and thick looking . poured with a great thick white head loved it . smell just a simple beer smell hops barley a bit floral . taste i loved this beers flavor a very smooth very balanced nice hops flavor . a little floral like th smell . mouthfeel this beer is has an ideal feel for me very creamy and thick . great carbonation . drinkablilty i could drink many of these very good beer i was surprised it did n t have a higher average rating .,aroma,0.6,1
props to chris for this super fresh bottle batch bottle . pours a murky light gold dark in the middle a little ugly . a nice white head great retention and lacing . the aroma is fantastic so fresh just plucked pine needles with pineapples and an assortment of tropical fruits . taste is equally great bitting pine and alcohol of a dipa but muted and so drinkable . this is awesome must try .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at youngssportsgrill in broussard la dark copper off white head creamy . noticable notes of malted grains warm bread floral . smooth and earthy.dough hoppy an in between style amber ale pale ale ocktoberfest altibier . . not sure what to call it but cest bon .,aroma,1.0,1
a lots of action and lots of pale tan head . a good inches or more . the head is light and airy leaving a sticky film along the glass . the body is a perfectly clear orange . i really do n t know how she could be any better looking . s it has the classic soap aroma found with many belgian brews . it also a has a flowery scent . t bubble gum . . that is extremely unique . i has a smooth transition from fruit filled flowers to subtle hop goodness with a finish just bitter enough to remind you to have another sip . m the feel starts out watery but like the look and taste of the brew the feel has a uniqueness that makes it great . halfway through it feels like it actually evaporates from my tongue . this leaves a dry coarse texture that assists in bringing out the hop flavors . for those who feel i ve over rated this brew i beg of you jusdge each characteristic individually . i think i ve justified my ratings here . i am extremely impressed with this sam adams original . i will certainly be venturing back to dan s liquor in search of more . i hope this time to pick up a six pack as opposed to just an individual bottle . . here i come dan .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle cork cage always cool purchased at carmel mtn . ranch ca bevmo . a darker amber pour finger bright white head . fruit in the nose sweet apricot perhaps . slightly musty too . that apricot note is dominant in the nose and taste . i was expecting a lot more as i tend to enjoy the garde styles . there s something in this interfering with some of the better aspects of the taste its not carbonation to the eyes but sort of has that over carbonated feel on the tongue . decent sweetness not overbearing . a non tart non bitter sourness if that makes sense . the highlight is the apricot taste with a slight floral zip . true to style which is worth a lot but i do n t feel this is a beer i d aggressively seek a repeat of .,aroma,0.9,1
i had high expectations for this beer having heard good things about it . i was underimpressed . i gave it high marks for clarity . too much head . no matter how i poured it at degrees into a room temp glass i ended up with foam . the head was beautiful though white and lacey . i detected zero hop aroma and very very little hop bitterness . no alcohol flavor either . the sweet slightly burnt malt and sugar profile came through strongly . lots of candi sugar i guess .,aroma,0.3,0
ml bottle poured into a pint glass . a thin layer of yeast sediment remained in the bottle . adeep dark rich brown about a inch thick foamy head that disappeared quickly light lacing on the glass sspicy with a strong plum scent a little banana and clove aroma as well . i do not like plums so i am not enjoying the smell as much trich mild chocolate taste with nice combo of raison caramel and clove flavors a little floral as well mstrong carbonation somewhat slimy to me but finishes really nice denjoyed trying it due to the positive ba reviews . i can clearly see why it is rated so high . i liked the taste very much but the smell was a little strong and foul for me . this is my first wheat doppelbock so i do not have a comparison . the presentation taste and mouthfeel are wonderful . i just do n t care for the smell as much .,aroma,0.6,1
new holland mad hatter ipa oz bottle recent bottling tumbled down the rabbit hole medium pour in a tulip glass . poured a hazy copper orange with a frothy mostly lasting white head with excellent lacing . smelt of moderate lemon lime and floweriness . taste was upfront strong grassy nutty bitterness with light lemon accents followed by a strong earthy resiny bitterness accompanied by a moderate toasty bitterness on a long slighltly bittersweet flowery finish . mouthfeel was medium bodied watery on a dry finish soft then lively carbonation with heavy astringency . overall a seemingly pleasant ipa that tastes wonderful at first but then bites back too hard and dies flowery . it s like an a.d.d . hop . the hop taste is too generalized and all over the place and not enough malt backbone to settle it down . still pleasant on the nose and eyes and foretaste though .,aroma,1.0,1
im currently sipping a can . it s an average college beer . cheap and to the point . bucks a rack . smells a hint of corn and tastes like an aluminum can just as the case refers . overall not a bad batch . if your looking for a cheap drink water is the way to go . if you want to get drunk this is your brew . stay classy america,aroma,0.2,0
a pours light amber with almost no head just a thin ring of soapy bubbly head . s ugh . smells like stomach acid . or like vomit after you ve drank a carton of orange juice . t m not much happening here except for the light bready notes mid palate . tastes like bready malts carbonated water . medium bodied with moderate carbonation . d nope .,aroma,0.3,0
pints to get a proper feel for this one . eye candy deep dark garnett red brown center . fizzy tan head . no lacing . head vanished quickly . easily swirled . the nose knows roasted malt expresso burnt brown sugar toffee hickory bbq tang hop bitterness to balance . alcohol detectable at end . tongueland very thin m f for a porter . expresso bitter chocolate covered hops quick bittering and alcohol evident in the finish . bender an average porter in taste at best . this is something that needs time to improve to let the mouth develop emerge . the nose is more diverse . no detection of anything smokewise . left me wanting more in terms of complexity . i honestly had high expectations and gorges fell off the cliff .,aroma,0.8,1
served on tap at the shell house in savannah georgia . pours a light amber with a paper thin white head . no smell whatsoever . like absolutely nothing . tastes very light and fruity reminds me of magic hat . very thin . you can put a few back quite easily however . i was n t too big of a fan of this my first georgia brew .,aroma,0.4,0
oz . bottle a pours yellow orange with a very long lasting white head great lacing . s orange zest sweet malt notes light . t very sweet beer the orange predominates but it s not overbearing . bready malt and a bit of earthy hops round out the flavour . m can be cloying from the sweetness at times and a bit too much carbonation . overall light bodied medium viscosity smooth . d an interesting fruit beer from alpine . i m just glad it was n t filled with artificial flavour and one could easily drink it . well done alpine .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle shared ways . thanks mark . a amazing black as night with very dark brown head . the head retention is impressive . s lots of booze bourbon light chocolate . some roasted malts in the background . lots of dark fruit . the aroma is surprisingly subdued . t a surprising amount of roasted malts but dominated by chocolate . well integrated bourbon . there is very little booziness in the flavor . far far less than wws and black tuesday by comparison . m the thickest beer i ve ever had . carbonation is perfect . o i was skeptical as i tend to dislike the higher abv imperial stouts . i m also not a huge cuvee delphine fan . however this beer was the highlight of the day . well worth a shot .,aroma,0.7,1
rerate on . on cask with amarillo hops at daily pint santa monica . absolutely amazing grapefruit lemon and orange aroma . also has a touch of sweet toffee and vanilla . this was a beautiful hazy golden pour with typical cask frothy head . very well balanced flavor then a wonderful dry bitter finish . this is an amazing brew and the cask only adds to it .,aroma,1.0,1
presentation pint glass from cask . appearance clear amber red colored beer with very nice smooth white foam that lasted a while and left some lace . smell very very faint smell of malt and floral hops . taste very smooth creamy slightly sweet with good balance and a nice hop finish . mouthfeel smooth clean soft but a tad thin on the body . drinkability good smooth easy to drink . fairly hopped for this class .,aroma,0.6,1
a light gold with a very small and thin head that dissipates quickly . s grainy light malt aroma with just a hint of hops but you almost have to be looking for the hops to pull out much hop scent from this beer s nose . t crisp and clean with a light malt flavor following the nose just a hint of hop back in the slightly bitter dry finish . my flatmates in berlin drank this beer to hell and back and for good reason it was euro cents per bottle . for that price it s a solid example of an uber sessionable german pils but it s not something to go out of your way looking for .,aroma,0.4,0
from thecarster as part of the review this . bif oz bottle poured into a pint glass best before pours a crystal clear garnet with a one finger off white head that leaves light rings of lacing . aromas of sweet caramel brown sugar clove and other spices . nice very sweet malt up front caramel with some chocolate in the middle . then the finish has a very bitter lemon like the pith not the rind and the spices come in to overpower . light carbonaiton medium body with a chalky mouthfeel with a solid dry finish . looks smells and starts out good but the finish ruins the drinkability in this one not balanced at all .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer pours a nice dark reddish brown . the head is light cream and fads quickly leaving a thin ring around the glass . it was poured into a standard pint glass and is about . it does not have a strong nose but i did catch a hint of malt and almost a coffee smell . i m not noticing some of the other more subtle scents others are . the beer has a nice malty flavor . i m also picking up the belgian sugars and just a hint of sourness . the finish is smooth . mouthfeel may be a little weak but i would n t go so far as to call it watery . i actually enjoyed this beer more than i thought i would and would definitely drink it again if available .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at blind tiger during their hill farmstead event . some confusion about this beer i believe they may have mislabeled this a hill farmstead project but still wrote grassroots limoncello . anyway excited to try what i thought was hf i attempted to order one but the keg would n t pour . a day later i returned to test the waters . all that could be poured was a glass of half foam with a pittance of beer in the bottom . giving it time it settled into a reasonable and extremely interesting pour . golden and fairly clear . i bring to my nose the first digestif ipa i ve ever encountered . yes it smelled like limonfuckingcello . it smelled of small and fancy italian restaurants where the owner sits down at your table to chat . it smelled of the mediterranean sea and beautiful long legged not to be fucked with italian women with sensuous lips . unfortunately it is exactly what it smells like . a very sweet lemony ipa that is excellent for what it is and enjoyable for a time . i dont think i could drink more than a half pint . at least not without a canoli for company .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a sexy weizen glass a gorgeous copper with a two finger head . lots of carbonation made the bubbles put on quite the song and dance cascading majestically from the bottom of the glass for excellent head retention . sadly the lacing was lacking . aroma of sweet tropical fruits namely pineapple and the usual malts hops . a truly wonderful bouquet . taste accents of hops and light fruits again pineapple with a delayed afterthought of hops bitterness at the back of the throat . a lot of carbonation in this one . the taste is not as sweet as the smell which is a good thing for a pale ale . another delayed aftertaste i got was ripe blood oranges . a tasty and sexy organic brew .,aroma,1.0,1
i bought four vintage a couple of weeks back with the intention of cellaring them so i figured i should try one fresh first . poured from a cellar temperature ml bottle into a chalice bush brand . a amber in colour . pours with a small head that completely vanishes after a couple of minutes . carbonation seems very lively . looks almost like brandy after it has settled . s the first thing that hits you is a bourbon alcohol smell which is quite potent . there is a clear sweetness maple syrup toffee butterscotch caramel you get the idea . there is a hint of apple in there and maybe plum . the aromas are incredibly complex i ve never smelt anything like it . t the taste is sweet at first with a syrupy honey taste which has a slight vanilla quality to it . this makes way for an earthy bitterness in the finish with a hint of green vegetables . m it feels very thick and syrupy . no real carbonation in the mouth . d probably the biggest aromas and flavours i have experienced in a barleywine . it is incredibly sweet it makes your teeth ache just at the thought of it maybe this will lessen with cellaring . ca n t wait to taste it again in a few years after it has had chance to mature .,aroma,1.0,1
got this as an extra heard it was excellent . a color is not m favorite it reminds me of a flawed homebrew i made a few months ago dirty brown in color like muddy water . good head about . fingers let leaves good lacing after it leaves . s the smell is a fruity delecious aroma barley dates almost a berryish smell t creamy definitely alcoholic taste but not to strong so ts all good m very smooth with just a littel bit of an alcohol bite and a tastey lingering aftertaste . d this is definitely mroe then jsut a sipper ive been taking mouthfuls pretty quickly and my mouth still begsfor more .,aroma,1.0,1
a orange copper color almost no head s floral hops not much else but thats ok with me . i love the way this beer smells . t tastes like it smells . floral hops some citrus m lightly carbonated d one of themost drinkable beers i ve ever had . i ve had this beer from a growler and it was even better . why do most of my favorite beers end up being limited release .,aroma,1.0,1
rich red colour quite clear with a thin off white head and a bit of lace . herbal vegetal aroma with a bit of caramel malt . mild bitterness herbal hop flavour . malt is low but has a brown sugar character . lingering herbal hops in the finish . light body and a bit slick . the aroma kills the drinkability off for me .,aroma,0.4,0
well i loved this beer . it is overpoweringly fruity and has an amazing aroma . it pours a cloudy light rose pink with a huge head.you are overwhelmed by the raspberry nose . the taste is smooth raspberry s and sweet wheat there is the slightest hint of hops it it too really but you have to dig.the finish is the worst part of the experience as it is sweet and sticky . this beer is so overwhelmingly fruity i could see some people challenging it being a beer . but read the ingredients . it is and i like it .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz . bomber partly into a oz . bodum double wall glass with the rest going into a sam adams sensory glass . a bright orange amber with a dense foamy head that dissipates to leave a foam collar and lots of patchy archipelagos of lacing . s slightly sour and horsey on the nose somewhat saison esque with a brighter malt hop aroma in the background . t an interesting effervescent kick remniscent of fizzy candies or alka seltzer making way for fresh grain a distinct nutty flavor and some citric hops leaving a not too dry finish . m enough weight on the tongue and medium carbonation . fairly standard here . d finishing off this bomber was easy work with an average abv and interesting yet not overwhelming flavor . overall if this came in smaller bottles i might buy this way more often . it s a unique brew that just seems to hit the spot for me . now to wait and see if there will ever be a beer challenge on iron chef .,aroma,0.6,1
hazy dark brown orange with a decent head . smells nearly exactly like pumpkin pie . tastes pretty much like pumpkin pie too with a long pumpkin pie aftertaste . not a lot of beer flavor but if you like pumpkins and pumpkin pie and spices this has it . mouthfeel a little thin . this was my first pumpkin beer and it s not a style i m particularly enamored with . i would n t want to drink of these but it was an interesting experience this definitely captured the flavor of pumpkin pie .,aroma,0.9,1
another beer i got from digita . thanks man . pours a crisp clear pils color . decent head and lacing . aroma is not much . just pils lager aroma . taste is great . crisp and refreshing . great marzen taste . nice malt backbone . mouthfeel is nice and crisp . great carb . overall an awesome session like beer i could drink alot of . ca n t wait to go to germany and drink some of these from the source .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a tulip from a just filled growler . purchased a growler of this for on a wednesday . what a bargain . the temperature was a little bit warm at degrees . a growler makes nice popping sound when opened which is real nice . one finger head slowly fades to coating . beautiful amber color with small bubbles in middle running to the top . s very sweet and malty but not so much hoppy . a small wiff of piney hops is available but not strong . i would not suspect this to be a ipa . the hops presence began to show as i was drinking . t quite tasty . very nice balance between the hops and malts . a dry hops taste tingle s a little but very piney . alcohol is amazing well hidden for . . very smooth . m well carbonated but drying on the finish . d i think i could drink a few of these if at home . a whole growler is certainly out of the picture but over days definitely possible . this might be my new goto brew being mins away and so tasty cheap . much better than i expected and true to style . cheers friends scott,aroma,0.6,1
pours with a thin head that sticks around for less than a minute . almost no discernible odor what i can pick up is grassy or vegetable like . the taste of toasted malts and sweet caramel is very pleasant . and very prominent considering that it does n t smell like anything . nordeast seems thick for its style it s not something i would feel like drinking quickly it s more like a beer one would nurse .,aroma,0.4,0
from a bottle labeled twisted merciless stout . no real reason to argue at all a dark dark dark some light manages to come through revealing an orangish chocolatey undertone . tan head . there s something indescribably beautiful about a stout in a pint glass s a wallop of chocolate and dark roasted coffee some malt and alcohol notes but the smell of fermented hot chocolate rules the day t same as the smell . an initial twinge of stout bitterness gives way to a heavy cocoa powder taste followed by some slight alcohol notes finally settling back into a nice chocolate finish . taste stays in your entire mouth forever . i can see the possibility of being turned off by the intensity of the cocoa flavor but i m all for it myself m while nothing unusual about the body the mouth is left bathed in sticky flavor that lasts d was n t too hard to finish this at all . delicious and enjoyable,aroma,1.0,1
a nice alternative to corona . its a bit sweeter than its conterpart but still mixes well with a lime and a really hot day . on a degree day . this one loses some flair . it is an odd aroma there is n t much there but it smells a bit sour . it is drinkable since it is so light not heavy or overcarbonated . just ok .,aroma,0.4,0
i do n t know what year this is . no pop whatsoever upon pulling the sad cork out . pours dark brown with maybe a trace of foam around the edges . the aroma is the only saving grace with this beer . it s very bourbony with traces of molasses maple vanilla extract and sharp alcohol . there is no way in hell i could drink a bottle of this flat boozy utter mess of a beer . the taste is packing some serious heat along with some of the aforementioned aromas coming through in the taste but the mouthfeel flat out sucks and i ca n t believe the lost abbey is still letting stores sell this flat bourbon water . sorry no good .,aroma,0.8,1
batch harvest fest a golden body with fluffy white head and a good cling s smells like it will be very good lots of sour adding oak some noxious funk and tartness . t definitely a let down . has a saison s traditional legs but not much additional funk and tartness that was suggested in the nose . also has a plastic quality in taste that carries a little to the mouthfeel that overpowers everything and is hard to get by . m again with the plastic quality that is almost slightly cloying . the carbonation is spot on for a saison tho . o i prefer arthur and arthur aged . the barrel treatment steered this in a direction i did n t like maybe it was an off keg or sick stage . re review on the docket with the new batch this winter .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a hazed golden color with no head . nose is lemon like with a lemongrass edge to it as well . flavor is slightly tart and leafy as in the leaves of plants . i usually dig flavored or spiced beers but this is nasty . feel is thin like water and syrup mixed together . not drinkable . this could easily be the worst brew i have tasted in a long time on par with the infamous green chile beer i had in new mexico . avoid .,aroma,0.7,1
had this on tap at papago last night . good looking beer served in a nonic pint glass . its dark with a lightish off white head decent retention . aroma is a big mix of roasted grain alcohol malt sweetness slightly burnt toast coffee chocolate raisin and cigar tobacco . unfortunately this did n t taste as good as it smelled . my expectations were raised by the aroma and then i felt a little left down as i did n t get the same complexity on my tongue . the roast sweetness and coffee and very prevalent and so is the alcohol more than it should be for a . abv beer . i did n t know what the strength was when i was drinking it and would ve guessed it was about . if pressed for a number . mouthfeel was fine relatively smooth decent carbonation etc . drinkability was ok i guess could have a few of these if i was in the mood but there are much better baltics out there and at papago i quickly moved on to a scottish ale .,aroma,0.9,1
opened this on wednesday night a great breakup to the week . the cork was a bit hard to open and when it did get popped it was like old faithful . i would say about one third of the bottle was foaming out of the top it was a mess . the smell that filled the room was amazing and intoxicating . the appearance of this one was like a smoothie it was a dark ruby red with the stickiest pink head . the head just sticks to the side of the glass real foamy . it has an incredible amount of sediment hop leaves raspberry seeds and maybe even just yeast . once the cork was popped the smell that was released was heavenly . raspberry just fills the room such a sweet fresh smell that gave me hope for the taste . i feel like the taste would of been best at the bottle release . the raspberry taste is great and it is paired very well with the tart and sour aspects of this beer . its just a bit muddled with the sourness a bit mellow . the mouthfeel leaves something left to be desired . it effects the flavors because it has a lot of floaties and distractions the sourness is good but the gravity is so thick that syrup is the first thing that comes to mind . i could drink a full bottle to myself but now that i have had a try of this i would not specifically seek this again . it is a good beer just not a great lost abbey beer . i expect more from this brewery that i have expectations to do great things . j,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a sprecher nonic . . abv printed on the bottle stacked on the neck . a heavy horse pours with a gorgeous bronzed ruby mahogany color with perfect clarity and is topped off by an incredible dense khaki head . great retention despite no carbonation bubbles through the beer and thick swiss cheese like lace caked to the glass . perfection is appearance . s heavy horse has a classic aroma of toasted malt with notes of caramel toffee and a pinch of nuttiness but is hindered by a dry strong mineral finish . t malt driven with very tasty toffee notes playing with gooey caramel and a dense breadiness . a lingering sweetness with underlying nuttiness is golden here . the mineral flavor barley comes through . m medium bodied and very smooth with a slick finish that s only held back by a seemingly absent in reality it s just low carbonation level . d a slow starting but powerful horse this beer is heavy horse certainly pulls it s weight . tasty and absolutely gorgeous it s not a perfect brew but it s a treat of a scotch ale nonetheless .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer poured a cloudy golden color . it doesnt have much head no lacing . the smell is cereal sweet grainy like . the taste is mild and cereal like . it has a hint of sour apple flavor in it . the mouthfeel is thin . this is an interesting beer but the flavors dont seem to meld in this particular brew . im intrigued but not impressed .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a reasonably sized head . color is a clear amber with an average amount of carbonation bubbling through . smell is absolutely pumpkin pie down to the buttery crust and allspice . first sip is very bready with a great thickness to it . pumpkin pie spice is felt throughout and makes it absolutely wonderful . absolutely amazing . going into this i knew that southern tier made some great beers . i had no idea this would be one of their best . try this beer . now .,aroma,1.0,1
poured to a golden color with a slight orange tint and thin white head that dissipated quickly to little head or lacing . initial aroma of wheat dough and spices faded as beer warmed . mouthfeel was slightly tingly yet not what i would expect from a white . unfortunately the dough and spices in the initial nose were never present in the taste and the finish was short and slightly stale . this beer started out better than it finished .,aroma,0.8,1
pours thinner than expected with no head to speak of . blink and you might miss it . the smell is nice for this bourbon lover but would be higher if it were n t so potent . the taste is one dimensional unbalanced syrupy and frankly pretty bad . there is nothing but bourbon from the front to the back of the palate and it s strong enough to leave you wanting something to balance . mouthfeel is decent for the style if a bit underwhelming and i would not want to drink more than of these . ever . in fact i d rather drink . very disappointing and i will not be drinking this again .,aroma,0.7,1
for some reason i was expecting a more dark amber color than an almost black . do n t know why . this was a pleasant surprise . the deep deep brown indicated that this was going to be something more than i expected . the smell was typical for heavy beer of abv . lots of alcohol but there was also that smokey palo santo wood smell that i love . wish it was more the wood but the taste more than made up for it . the wooden and smokey front of the beer did not as i was afraid of turn into a sweet alcohol burn in the back . the taste was hops and malt blending together beautifully with the taste of palo santo wood . one of the best tasting beers i ve ever had . i know a bold claim but it ranks with alaskan smoked porter and my first taste of craft beer fat tire in terms of how excited i am about what i m drinking in the moment . smooth and slightly carbonated . a little bit of a bite at the back but not much . overall i d say this is my favorite beer out of dogfish head . i love their minute but this is just so unique and different .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle capped poured in to a trappist glass a saranac s imp ipa pours a beautiful amber color a very small off white head steady rising carbonation and no floaties . s good nose overall . very piney lots of citrus fresh hops grapefruit skin alcohol and a definite malt structure . but a loud funk looms in this one . t spicy and tangy with a bitter finish . strong hop overtones dominate this imperial ipa as well as its alcohol content some orange and a smoke character . m a nice mouthfeel for an imp ipa . medium body and real bright tannin . the . leaves for a nice finish . this one definitely gets beefy as it warms up . d the funk on the nose really limits how many of these i would drink .,aroma,0.4,0
pours clear yellow with a inch cloudy white head smells of malt and yeast with the malt odor dominating but still very faint overall . tastes like a typical lager malty with grass light yeast light hops and some faint citrus or lemon . very thin and watery feel with a light champagne like carbonation it s very crisp and finishes dry . the malt finish borders on skunky but the beer is very light and enjoyable . not exciting as far as taste goes but very drinkable and easy to put down . could drink these all night and i have done so when out at an italian restaurants . this beer goes nice with italian food or maybe that s just my perception since i ve had it so often over the years at a lot of italian restaurants . mixing with the italian food might also be elevating the score .,aroma,0.4,0
decided to step out of my usual had n t had an ipa in a long time . pours into my big ass mug a cloudy high orange takes forever to pour because it s head at first . smell is a big burst of citrus y hops then something resembling wheat did n t expect that part . . let s take a swig . definitely some hop strength going there but it s more in the sense of character than just straight up bitterness . the citrusy background opens up more kinda leans orange . goes down somewhat oily though not in a ridiculous way . i was imagining more of a hoppy smack to the head and did n t get it . that s good imo does n t get caught up in a bitterness arms race like some of the style .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bottle into a shipyard pumpkinhead pint glass . a hazy buttery golden orange with a minimal lacey head . lots of cloud for a beer of this style . looks delicious . s light citrus hop presence with notes of honey and salted butter . smells sweet and inviting . very light caramel malt in the nose . t unfortunately falls a little short of the smell but that s not saying too much bad here since i think this is probably the best smelling apa i ve ever put my nose in . very carbonated front with a significant piney hop bite . lots of rich malt in the finish which is pretty short and that makes me happy . d highly drinkable on a summer night . definitely a step up from anything macro . value pricey . i paid . for a sixer . i m no cheapskate but i think this beer would be more fairly priced at around . per sixer . maybe it is up in new york .,aroma,0.9,1
last beer from my sampler pack poured a light amber color with moderate white head . smell is slightly hoppy with a bread like background . taste is excellent and pleasantly suprising . very refreshing with a bite at the finish . first class beer . my favorite from the sampler pack . glad i saved it until last .,aroma,0.6,1
a frankly this is a little light to be an appearance solid dipa in my opinion . the color i ve come to expect from a dipa is mid to dark orange and this is fairly pale yellow . there s a bit of head off the pour but it dissipates fairly quickly . s from the first crack of this beer the smell is great . fruits are in the forefront with a bit of bitterness . great smell i do n t think it gets a whole lot better than this . t unfortunately the taste is n t as great as the smell . the bitterness takes over powerfully in the taste while the fruitiness is lacking . this is still a phenomenal tasting beer but comparing it to the smell it lacks a bit . m mouthfeel is good slightly syrupy and the bitterness fades at a good rate . overall this beer is great . i ve had it several times and i have found that if you let it sit for a while the bitterness dies out a bit but the fruitiness goes with it .,aroma,1.0,1
the king of beers huh . maybe one of the better american macro beers but that s not saying much . pours a very straw like pale yellow with a small foamy head . smells of corn rice and very little malt . i can not smell a hop presence . maybe they put the hops in for minute or and then strain it out . taste of a very little amount of malt mostly corny and whatever . very small amount of hops . this beer probably would n t be so bad it it had more hop bite to it .,aroma,0.3,0
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass appearance and smell poured a nice slightly hazy yellow gold with a farily small head white head which left a small collar and a bit of lacing on the edge of the glass . smelled really fresh . plenty of floral aroma and sweet citrus aroma present . taste and mouthfeel tasted of peppery lemon toast and a bit citrus . not an abundance of malt in this one . some feint toffee like sweetness sneaks in here and there but mostly just plenty of hard hitting earthy hop bitterness . very filling for a brew of its stature mostly due to it being unfilitered as stated on the bottle . the part of the brew that really stood out to me was when it warms a bit the bitterness does n t cease to bite the tongue the instant it hits it . drinkability definitely a tasty brew which sits in the gut more than the typical ipa . fairly unbalanced yet enjoyable due to its character not much break from the bitterness in this one .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a dark golden copper color with dark ruby edges and a one finger yellowish beige head that quickly settles into a thick lasting ring . sporadic spots of lacing left behind . slightly spicy sweet malt aroma with hints of rye caramel and toffee as well as faint spicy hops . medium bodied with a crisp spicy hop presence up front that lingers over the sweet malts into a slightly dry finish . the hop character up front is spicy and only slightly bitter providing a nice dryness that compliments the sweeter notes . lots of sweet malt with hints of rye caramel toffee nut and biscuit . really well balanced and quite quaffable .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer promised a lot but did n t deliver . very clear golden yellow when served . it had a slight perfumey aroma which intrigued but when i tried to follow it up when drinking well it was missing . my notes say not much taste . the mouthfeel was good low medium with a nice soft crispness . it was just . not a lot of taste at all . would try to have again see if i get a serving with some taste next time,aroma,0.9,1
appearance kind of a dark reddish brown . very little head . clumps clots . of yeast apparent . i love bottle conditioned beers particularly other quebec ones . this was not normal . smell nothing particularly strong or memorable . or maybe i just forgot it because of the taste . taste in this swine flu season i m sure many of us have made the mistake of eating a finger food shortly after using an alcohol based gel hand sanitizer . you can replicate much of the experience of this beer by doing that . mouthfeel very light carbonation . seemed flat . drinkability literally could not drink this . i had one sip from my glass one sip from my drinking companion s glass to see if something was wrong with mine perhaps i d inadvertently sanitized it i thought or perhaps it was the fault of the yeast chunks in mine not so unfortunately and then could not drink any more . my drinking companion finished the bottle out of a desire not to waste it and is currently regretting it .,aroma,0.6,1
red stripe lager pours a stiff head over a clear yellow brew . carbonation is extremely active the nose is slightly sour and oily almost and also of rice and lager yeast . the flavor is slightly sweet corn and rice with a sort of boiled vegetable hop kind of thing balancing it . a really strange off flavor . mouthfeel is crisp and surprisingly full considering all those bubbles also there s something cloying that coated the inside of my mouth . not exactly the most unpleasant brew i ve had but there s something wrong about it . wierd . the bottles are awesome though . almost perfect really .,aroma,0.3,0
pours an impeccably clear tawny gold hue . creamy two and a half finger head showing good retention and sticky patches of lacing . clean nose some dextrinous aromas and faint noble hops.sweet pale malt and toasty vienna upfront followed by some nutty victory malt and a mild floral hallertau flavor . flavor really drops off in the aftertaste just some bland bitterness simple but balanced . light medium body and medium carbonation again nothing special but its a solid mouthfeel . finishes clean and drinkable without any residual flavor . this seems like yet another faux lager fermented with ale yeast but harpoon is good at doing that .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance turbid orange with tons of floaties and sediment . not actually an attractive beer but the head retention is excellent no lace whatsoever though . smell heavy on the caramel and vanilla with some fruity undertones . alcohol is present as well providing a bit of sting . taste mouthfeel fruit apple and pear mild caramel sweetness and plenty of oaky notes . medium bodied with fine champagne like carbonation . the finish is dry and boozy as hell making me wonder how harsh this stuff must ve been before it was aged . after half a glass the alcohol really starts to take over the palate drowning out the rest of the flavors . quite a letdown from the pleasant aroma . notes gets a little better as it warms but the astringent alcohol flavor makes this mediocre at best .,aroma,0.8,1
on the back of a questionaire at the great lakes brewpub a brownish gold in color begins with a two finger head but receeds to a film due to what is most likely a dirty glass . lacing also not very great due to the glass . s floral and citrus with some malt backbone under the hops caramel . i perceive an overall sanitizer cleanser aroma overall though pretty much hides the aroma of the brew . t floral hop flavor followed by a malt character which balances it out . in turn the malt flavor is followed by a lingering floral citrus bitterness . the beer is creamy in the mouth and has overall lower carbonation levels . it s got a medium heavy body . this is an ipa i ll definitely buy again i look forward to next spring summer when it ll become part of the regular lineup . according to the website . could drink it all night and would make a good session brew but for the abv .,aroma,0.6,1
served in a shaker pint glass at the green turtle in the baltimore airport . appearance clear coppery orange color with a very thin white foam across the top . some strands of lacing here and there but not a lot . smell grainy with a cut grass smell when cold and almost no smell at all when warm . taste this beer is much better when warmed up and served with food . cold and alone the beer is chalky with a grainy lager flavor . warmed up and with food the malt comes out more . the beer with food and warmed up has a solid malt flavor in the front followed by a mild bitter hop finish . mouthfeel good carbonation and maybe a bit sticky . not at all watery and definitely above average . drinkability by itself i really do n t care for this beer . it s got a flavor profile that just leaves me cold i m not caring for it . with food it becomes much better in washing a meal down and i think then the flavors compliment things more . overall a meh experience .,aroma,0.4,0
what s the best way to describe bud light . how about someone pissing in a can diluting that piss with seltzer water adding a dash of hops and then cold filtering said piss hopwater . this is one of the most unappetizing beers i have had although it s palatable when compared to it s inbred cousin bud light lime .,aroma,0.2,0
bought at berkeley bowl in berkeley ca a hazy unfiltered apple cider . small creamy white head . s peachy cooked strawberries hops . sweetish and beautiful . t unfortunately the alcohol flavor jumps to the front and while it s not quite overwhelming it s a large part of the flavor which i do n t find pleasant . but what s to the side of it and behind it is quite nice . hoppy not very bitter . but the ratio of alcohol really hurts it for me . if that flavor was hidden more and the others more emphasized i would like it a lot better . m soft micro carbonation but again the alcohol ratio leaves an unpleasant feeling . d it s not for me for the said reasons but i can see why others find it great .,aroma,1.0,1
dark almost black but with a fair amount of brown edges . light mocha head close to a finger with loads of spiderweb lacing . smell is huge with roasted coffee . pleasant cocoa and toasted roasted malts fill the ending of the nose . it was quite amazing . nice bitter coffee notes with more chocolate notes and sweet malts than with the aroma . overall feel is good enough but was a bit thin . this was smelling great drinking good and going down easy .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to pwoods for this awesome extra . absolutely love the name . enter the beagle as a dog guy ca n t get enough when i see beer and dog stuff together . pours with a huge billowy head on a murky orange body . the head really has some large pillows in it and it just sits high the whole way down . one of the more impressive looking pale ales ive experienced . the nose is very very subtle biscuity malt pine and citrus but very subdued i had to stick my nose down in it for a minute to really draw everything out . very faint . diving in the mouthfeel is creamy and soft very much like a casked ipa would be . there is a nice citrus think orange and grapfruit rind hop flavor rounded out on the back end by some toasted bread from the malts . some orangemarmalade and toast comes to mind when sipping on this . i d describe this as a citrusy english pale ale unique considering how most american ipas taste but nevertheless this is a very good english american ipa . will keep my eye on what listermann puts out in the future this was a very good start,aroma,0.6,1
i lied in my last review when i stated i was finally done with oktoberfests this season somehow this bottle landed in my lap so i ought to review it . pours a lot more reddish than most oktoberfests with a big dirty white head . smell is typical but with a hint of toecheese . the smell is awful for an oktoberfest this is one freaky tasting oktoberfest hops are there but it is ultra fruity and metallic . one of the worst oktoberfests i have tasted .,aroma,0.3,0
batch bottled . opened and reviewed bottle was wax dipped upon purchase in aroma tons of fig and raison oxidation wet paper musty taste heavy fig and raison just like the nose . no hop presence . very malty bordering on sweet flavor . big notes of oxidation but it works well with the dark caramel body . light plum and some dried apricot come through as well . overall this almost year old beer has held up awesome . one of the best barleywines i ve ever had . love the play of oxidation on this one . if the body were lighter the wet paper flavors would have nothing to bounce off of . beautiful .,aroma,0.7,1
it poured a crystal amber . it had a nice three finger head . the head was slightly off white . it had a nice malt and floral hop scent . it had a strong bitter hop taste on the front end . then a nice malt sweetness grew . and it finished with the bitter hop taste in the back end . it had a perfect lite to medium body . a very drinkable beer . it had several good qualities that made it enjoyable . if it were less expensive i could drink this as a session beer .,aroma,1.0,1
rated from a oz bottle . a straw like golden color . very carbonated almost too much which resulted in a massive but artifical head . s pungent raspberry tones that really wet the appetite . a hint of wheat in the background . t m very smooth wheat beer with a very weak and therefore disappointing raspberry flavor . d overall a very easy brew to drink would be great on a hot summer day .,aroma,0.8,1
good for a wheat beer . not really a belgian wheat as it is portrayed . it s not even close to the quality of a celis white in the belgian wheat class . appearance was the worst part . expecting a belgian wheat but got a kristall weizen appearance . everything else about it was good .,aroma,0.9,1
had this brew on tap last evening brew was poured to a amber color with a extraordinary active head that left a good inch head flowing up out of the glass . the aroma was mostly of malt caramel and a spiciness that i am not sure if i liked . this surprised me but i did not like the taste of this brew and actually could not finish it after a while as it warmed up . i was able to pick up the malt taste but what became more and more prevalent as it warmed up was a metallic taste that started to dominate in a very bad way . i usually will not let a beer go unfinished but this one was just not good . i wonder if my taste buds where off a bit last evening since i see that this beer has gotten pretty ok reviews in the past .,aroma,0.7,1
ml into a tulip . pours an uninspired murky dark walnut minor tan head was slow to recede minor lacing . incredibly complex aroma a deep strong dark with dirt sour grass tart apple a cornucopia of spices . the complexity resides in the high notes . the flavor is chaotic . the tart and sour while in the forefront are mild they sit atop a traditional strong dark . the aftertaste lingers long and evolves significantly . warmth accentuates the sharp dryness in the finish . perfect touch of the rustic . medium bodied lively mouthfeel . i understand what the other reviewers have written both in praise and condemnation this is a polarizing brew . unique cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
batch brewed almost exactly one year ago a cloudy straw literally the thickest tallest head i ve ever seen it filled an entire wine tulip leaving behind thick soapy lace clinging to the sides . s nice fresh farmhouse funk and intense peaches lemon zest apples . t brief splash of sourness then it settles into soft peachy tones and bitter finish m light bodied watery very dry finish . o kind of a strange beer the nose suggests a much stronger sour but it s actually a little watery and the flavors are quite subdued .,aroma,1.0,1
poured nicely with large carmel head leaves some lacing . color was deep amber to a brown smell was that of coffee and also a mild hop smell . taste was very good it seemed a little light on carbonation to me . mouthfeel was clean and lighter than i would have thought from this beer i could easily drink a few of these a day,aroma,0.6,1
shared out of oz bottle . nice hoppy and bitterness in a red ale and in line with my palette . not sweet not overpowering . a tates that could be enjoyed for tasting or throwing back a six . a find that most of these flying fish beers are good . this is one of them .,aroma,0.6,1
this is the oz offering as opposed to the usual oz bombers which i ve found over the past few years to be the best example of american iipas available in my part of the world . the alcohol has been increased in this edition to . from . and the humorous murmurings on the label modified as well . this pours a nice clear copper hue with a billowy white head that sticks around for quite some time leaving a small amount of lacing . the smell is lovely grapefruit essence from the hops and a small malt offset what an anticipatory aroma . the flavour is quite full of bitter astringent pine hops more so than the aroma would have indicated . the malt influence is quite mild this is all about the hops which i ve come to learn is n t always a grand thing . the sweetness from properly balanced malt is a necessity in an ipa or iipa . this beer is n t bad by any stretch of the imagination the elevated alcohol may also contribute to the bitterness . when looking for a palate cleanser with a whole lot of real hop goodness look no further than this .,aroma,0.9,1
another sahti in helsinki poured from a jug in the back of the bar . entered as a cask serving unless this can be verified . had this one at villi waino in helsinki . from notes . a hazy dark brown pour . no visible carbonation and a ring of bubbles on the top . no retention obviously since there was no head . s woody with berries and forest aromas . medicinal and earthy . i also get a sort of hospital sanitation aroma . i always think sahti smells very interesting and inviting as well as completely authentic . t quite mild . all the same elements as the aroma with berries woods medicinal notes and earthiness . a bit of a sour finish and more berries . all those elements were present but in a tame form . m light to medium body leaning towards lighter end . feels a little light almost watery . painful lingering medicinal sweetness in the finish . o d not a great one by any means . mouthfeel is weird and too light . seems like it should be a little syrupy but it comes as watery . taste is too mild imo . would n t seek it out at all and probably not a good example of the style .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into portsmouth snifter pours finger of white head . decent retention . leaves a little bit of splattered lace . color is a pale straw yellow . aroma big lemon citrus flavor . it also has a nice farmhouse funk to it . earthy and herbal . some spice . lovin the funk here . taste pepper and spice . some lemon zest . yeast flavors . it has some cloves and banana flavors in the finish . not as funky as the nose but it still has some barnyard flavors to it . it has a slight apple flavor to it but it is fairly hidden . mouthfeel funky and fizzy . lighter bodied with a medium amount of carbonation . ends kind of dry . overall a decent saison . decently drinkable . i really enjoyed the funk in the nose . i wish it was more present in the taste . not bad .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a slightly hazy very light tan . nice off white head that manages to stick around . not too much in the way of the aroma department kind of dissapointing . quick burst of hoppy . fruitiness followed by a citrusy bitter finish . a nice ipa not over the top and a quite a good session brew . interesting flavor . not a carbon copy of the standard west coast ipa . worthy .,aroma,0.6,1
slightly cloudy copper with a thin lace of white on top . beautiful floral hop aroma . with maybe a touch of spice . taste is slightly one dimesional . very hoppy with an oily bitter finish . a touch of malt but not really enough to balance this one out . it has a medium body and prickly carbonation . overall a decent ipa but not one i d go out of my way for .,aroma,0.9,1
aroma coffee and chocolate malt meld accented by a whiff of hops and a touch of smoke . nice complexity and balance leads to a very appealing invitation . appearance black glass shows a thin brown edge when tilted and sports a coffee colored head that leaves tide marks like rings of coffee left too long in the mug . flavor given all the build up a bit of a let down in the taste . flavor is a bit mild compared to the aroma with the hops peeking out a bit more and a touch of lactose coming out . mouthfeel heavy body creamy texture and a dry finish . overall impression thick and creamy with a wonderful nose . unfortunately the taste just didnt live up to the billing . still a very enjoyable stout .,aroma,1.0,1
pours from a oz . bottle with a different label than pictured here . states that it s triple hoppy . it has a slightly hazy golden orange color with lots of rocky head . aroma is excellent . it s full of fresh hops citrus and pine . certainly a lot of dry hopping going on here . taste is more of the same . a tastebud killer of an iipa . tons of hoppy bitterness but then somehow somewhat balanced out with a touch of sweetness . mouthfeel is a little thin but a good level of carbonation . drinkability is what it can be when it s over . overall a very well done imperial ipa . i ll be looking for this one again . thanks to the kind lady who works at liquor max in loveland co for recommending this one . she said her husband loved it and i can see why .,aroma,1.0,1
fruity nose classic ipa not the barleywine as is sometimes said . dark bronze color . we can see especially the mango into the nostrils . at the entrance in the mouth the taste is special especially for a beer of this style it looks a little alcohol fishing just before and before all grate the mouth . soon we find the fruity hops slightly outdated and bitterness in great power comes tickle the taste buds . however for many ibu beer it s still quite low and almost entirely a commercial low level process that make reference to sell beer . aside from that the drink is good .,aroma,0.9,1
dark brown sort of coppery in color with a thin head . the head is sort of creamy and sticks to the glass on the way down . it smells lightly malty with a stronger almost fruity floral smell like a wine of some sort . alcohol smells is also apparent . based on its appearance and smell i thought there would be a bit more to the taste of this beer . its quite floral and contains little bitterness . mouthfeel is pretty smooth and it goes down quite easily . drinkability is decent .,aroma,0.8,1
new tradition starting tonight ounce thursdays . for the following several months every thursday possible i will review beers served in ounce bottles or beers that are on the bottom of the barrel list . tonight i m starting with a shining star of the malt liquor world . in a distant third place haffenreffer . by pabst . beer poured from the into a half liter glass . beer is yellow and clear and heavily carbonated . forms a pretty thick head that leaves some lacing on the glass . neat . the carbonation is really big bubbles that rise quickly through the beer . makes the beer appear pretty thin which i suppose is accurate . looks fine . you wo n t believe me but it kind of smells like a bar of soap . shit i have to drink this whole thing . damn it . it tastes like nothing at first then really sweet then like boiled corn . d oh . beer is thin and there is surprisingly little carbonation on the palate . there is no real bitterness but there is an aftertaste that grows . it gets better the more i drink but its not going to get to good anytime soon . as far as malt liquor is concerned . .eh i guess i ll develop a palate for them over the coming months . i drank the whole thing this beer eventually started to dry my mouth out .,aroma,0.4,0
i never understood how a beer could be chewy until i tried golden cap and there it was chewy . this saison is made with spelt i have no idea what difference that makes but i thought it was neat . not as yeasty as other saisons . it manages to be a complex of flavors peppery citrusy is citrusy a word . with just a tang of bitter that delivers without punishment . lots of bubbles that melt quickly creating a sparkle on the tongue and a smooth swallow with no burping later .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap the publick house in brookline ma . pours an opaque black color with a small tan head . this might come as a shock but this beer actually smells like real chocolate . if you blindfolded me and put the beer and a chocolate bar in front me i would be hard pressed to tell which one was which . the taste is great as well but i did not receive the chocolate rush that i did from the aroma . mouthfeel is smooth and creamy . slightly bitter from the use of hops brings the drinkabikity down a bit but it s still great for a stout . this beer was a treat to have on tap and left me feeling very satisfied .,aroma,1.0,1
good light straw color good quality foam with good laces . smells faintly of hay and lemons . the taste is of a light malt and grain with a bitter but clean aftertaste but not too strongly hopped . this beer is full bodied creamy and well carbonated . you could quaff this for a long time . very good beer . i wonder if this is n t like what macrolager would be like without the adjuncts .,aroma,0.6,1
keo is a mild lager . cold filtering normally equates to flavor removal . the straw to gold color is clear and clean . there s virtually no aroma besides the hops and that leaves in a hurry . the thin malt body can be noticed with an amount of concentration . the metallic and lightly citrus hops are the star of the show for this brew . pretty white head with fine tiny bubbles . keep in mind this is a beer brewed for a hot sunny climate,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a bottle into a willy and poured another just to be sure in my sam adams pint glass . let me start this review by saying i dont fail beers often i take style in mind and try to be fair but this one i m giving the grade i belive it earned . a very hazy yellow alot of yeast at the bottom of the bottle s bannana and grain t here is where you lose me this is in no way a winter beer and i would not even classify it as a wibier it tastes thru and thru like your average run of the mill american wheat . no spice no warmer nothing . m medium body good carbonation level goes down easy . d would never buy this again i stopped drinking wheats long ago and have no reason to pay bucks for one .,aroma,0.6,1
a clear deep amber copper . decent off white head and moderate lacing . s mild spices hops and malt . t m rough feel up front . mildly sweet . some hops that fade slightly bitter . chewy maltiness to round things out . nothing special about this beer . it s good but nothing i d go out of my way to purchase again .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage . a very dark with a somewhat thick head . not huge but more than usual for this style of beer . poured thick like used motor oil . s smell of sweet roasted malts . t roasted malts with a slight sweetness . very slight alcohol taste not much burn either . m thick chewy and sticky . d i feel this beer is a small step above avaerage . good beer but in no way worth the price of for ml . many better ris available for much less .,aroma,0.6,1
a good man by the name of corey sent this my way . this with a tasty variety of ng offerings were in a beautiful box . notes taken from last weekend while enjoying it with some ostrich on the grill . bottle graphics . pure class . a hazy yellow body looks delicious . the head forms pillow bunches like the clouds on the simpsons . s wheaty aromas . spices and sweetness nothing standout or what i would think would lead me to the dynamic tastes . t almost as good as the crack d wheat and that my friends is saying a lot . the banana and yeast flavors are much more present and the bitterness lays low . just a personal style thing . bananas and wheat usually prevalant in lesser versions of this style leave me bored but this showcases all the fine aspects of flavor . m texturally perfect . not much carbonation but just thick enough with some pillowiness . walks the fine line of a good hefe being refreshing yet creamy . d i would never pencil this in north of abv . this beer was designed for sitting and sipping at the grill in a good hefe glass . i am not a hefeweizen lover but i love this beer and appreciate it for what it is . this is a tremendous beer . new glarus is something i would not have known of if not for trading and traders like maximum . this is a top top notch brewery .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours a beautiful deep brown with a reddish tint to it . the smell was pleasant with a sort of spiced cherry aroma coming through however i was not very impressed with the carbonation which seemed to be low . the taste for me was pretty overwhelmingly sweet no apparent sourness to better balance the flavors out . you can taste some of the roasted malts but other then that pretty bland with a cherry banana sweetness coming through that makes it pretty hard to drink definitely a sipping beer . overall i did n t care for it much,aroma,0.7,1
black and grey oz . bomber bottle with a wrap around silk screened label . the main picture is that of dark chocolate squares stamped with the southern tier symbol . to the right of the picture is a snifter with the proper serving temp the mayan symbol for chocolate the beer s specifications ingredients and lengthy paragraphs . the frist two paragraphs talk about the histoy of chocolate from it s humble start with the mayans and how it was made popular by louis xiv . the last one talks about how well chocolate works with southern tier and that this beer is part of their black water series . like every other southern tier big beer bottle the only thing missing is a date of some sort . a vintage year would be sufficient . appearance i followed southern tier s suggestion and poured this beer into a snifter . i do n t have a southern tier snifter so i poured it into maudite snifter . when it was poured this beer actually looks like they melted down chocolate . not a milk chocolate but one of those dark chcoclate bars that are from to cocoa beans . the color of this beer was absolutely great but the head of foam was less to be desired . i guess chocolate should n t have a head of foam on it . the head of foam was about inch in height and a dark tan mocha color . it would have been nice if the head of foam did n t quickly dissipate into just a handful of tan mocha rings . no streaks of lace or even spots of lace . at least the beer had it s color going for it . smell it would be an under statement if i just said that this beer smelled like chocolate . it smelled exactly like they melted down quite a few to cocoa bean chocolate bars . there were many different types of chocolate in the aroma . there was belgian chocolate bitter dark chocolate a hint of milk chocolate and rich chocolate malts . it would smell exactly like a chocolate milkshake if it was n t for the subtle touch of roasted barley flakes that was hiding in the background . there was no other new aroma after the barley flakes . i do n t see how any aroma could get pass the excessive chocolate aroma . a pleasure to smell . i could n t get enough of this chocolately aroma . taste was this beer sweet at first . not only was the first taste a form of sweet milk chocolate but there was plenty of candy sugar riding along with the chocolate . after the appearance and aroma i thought that this beer was going to taste like chocolate all the way but the candy sugar said nope . after the candy sugar the taste goes slightly bitter with bitter dark chocolate belgain chocolate chocolate malts a hint of roasted barley flakes a tiny touch of bitter roasted hops a splash of alcohol and this this sweet chocolately beer finishes up with more candy sugar . it would have been to nice have a beer that tasted just like chocolate but it was also nice to see the chocolate let out a few more flavors from the back . sometimes it got too sweet but it s still a great beer to drink . mouthfeel it was a full bodied beer but it just barely made over the medium bodied border . it featured a chocolately and slightly bitter aftertasteof candy sugar bitter dark chocolate belgian chocolate and chocolate malts . this chocolately aftertaste will stick around in your mouth for a few seconds . my bottle says this has a abv . are they kidding . there s no way it was that high . if i had to guess the abv i would say somewhere in the to . drinkability boy is this beer sweet . i use the term sweet in a good way and as reference to the beer itself . this beer can get a bit on the sweet side but it s a frickin chocolate beer . it has to be sweet . if you like chocolate and who does n t then you need to wrap your lips around this sweet treat . it would be a pleasure to drink this beer once again .,aroma,1.0,1
i had not heard of this kristalweizen style before so i thought i was reviewing a straight wheat but here goes . diluted apple juice colored body with no head even after a vigorous straight down the middle pour . no lacing . very very clear . aroma is really hefty considering the low abv and general weakness of the flavor . there s a great bit of bready yeast and a big malted wheat aroma . exactly what you would expect . the taste is very weak . cold it s next to nothing but when it warms the wheat shines though none of the yeast characteristics but apparently they are not supposed to be prevelant for this style . definitely drinkable as the low abv and diluted flavor seem to be meant for chugging after a lawnmowing session . mouhtfeel reminds me of a flat macro lager . low carbonation thin watery not drying or clinging . just not a whole lot there but that seems to be in accordance again with this style i ve never heard of . all in all tastier than a macro but do n t expect a full flavored wheat beer even though the label says that s what it is . this beer is meant for drinking quickly . maybe this would actually be one to put some fruit in just to liven it up .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle purchased at liquor world in cambridge for something close to . shared with the last couple of troopers in queens saturday night . poured into my yard s mug . rich robust coffee creamer colored head . black brown oiled body . smells of burning hot chocolate mineral oil newspaper ink . taste is stiff with whiskey . oak charcoal try to back it up but it all falls flat after just a little peated grain show up . very bland overall . sticky almost gooey texture . though not as pleasant as it sounds . thick minimally carbed . a very iffy beer that i was really looking forward to .,aroma,0.4,0
the aroma is watery and slightly sweet with a hint of latex . the appearance is light pale gold with a small head . the flavor is sweet and malty with a hint of bitterness but it s mostly watery . the palate is like water . this is basically a beer flavored water but very refreshing and easy to drink . as a low calorie beer it s better than the competition .,aroma,0.4,0
a pitch black with a carbonated type head that fades quickly s fruity chocolatey roasty and malty t huge dried fruit on the forefront followed by massive chocolate and roasty accompaniment . warming alcohol as well leaves a huge roasty aftertaste m medium high carbonation and full in body but only a medium mouthfeel . d definitely a sipper . different then most ris but a pretty good example .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased single bottle from martignetti s appearance decent looking foggy murky dark orange brown peach colord . not much head at all . pretty good lacing . smell lots of alcohol and zest . a candy like sweetness smell almost exaclty like strawberry twizzlers . intesesting scent . taste too sweet and syrupy with the alcohol packing quite a punch to boot . an overwhelming taste that does n t agree with me just a bit too harsh and sweet . it could be balanced better . more bitter and more of a hops presence . i like the thick syrupy mouthfeel as it s quite comforting but the taste gets old fast and just is n t complex . this could really be improved . overall i do n t have much experience with barley wines . this one is n t recommended and i d never try it again as it s too overwhelming and there s many other extreme beers i d chose over this .,aroma,0.8,1
pours clear bright gold with a huge finger fizzy whit head that faded to a film and left no lacing smell is sa noble pils with more malt and booze taste noble hops fruity yeast malt i get buttery malt and lots of grainy malts that make this beer very sweet mouthfeel is medium heavy . and sticky drinkability is terrible sa suckered me again a pop for a heavier version noble pils i will pass on picking up another bottle,aroma,0.8,1
my go to beer store normally does n t have any of stone brewing companies products but i saw a few cases of this stuff sitting on a cart and i took it upon my self to do a little downstocking . anyway as i poured the brew in my pint glass i got the full floral aroma before i even put my nose to the edge of the glass . it s almost like a pine tree just fell on top of me . the appearance was nice as well glowing a nice amber orangey hue thru the glass . if you like hops this is the beer for you . not over done in anyway but like another review said the ibu s is slightly questionable . i was expecting my tongue to just fall off from the bitterness but that was n t the case . ruination ipa is a very drinkable beer and i will definately be partaking in some more very soon .,aroma,1.0,1
the infamous hellshire i . thanks for the trade dale . a the pour is a cloudy amber color with pretty minimal head formation . s smells really good . lots of bourbon vanilla oak right away giving a huge barrel presence . the barleywine aromas of caramel toffee brown sugar and dark fruits are evident and impressive as well . t the flavor just really falls short . toffee nut shells and wood dominate the flavor . there is a bit of vanilla and some mild bourbon but the oak and booze are just overpowering . it really lacks refinement cohesion and balance . m the body is medium with low to medium carbonation . o a really nice nose but the flavor was disappointing .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into my infamous mason jar . the smell hit me as i poured which is pretty impressive in and of itself . smell is of cocoa beans warm milk and pepper . this is good . the aftertaste is slightly astringent alcohol and more choco . there s a small fig presence and a dry finish . this is good but it s a little overrated here . i always have a tough time with porters because i still have n t found one as good as my old staple great lakes edmund fitzgerald porter . went down fast . just a touch too dry and a touch too much alcohol presence for me in this style . . is . but you might think this was more like . in the flavor it s just not as smooth as some other porter options . it s tasty and it smells fantastic . i know real porters have sour ale but usually that sour ale adds creaminess here it almost has a coors light sourness acrid overdrive to it thats off putting . i m nit picking because this is certainly a good beer and better than any mass produced porter but i would n t put it much above a anchor porter if at all even though it cost me quite a bit more . the tartness kinda reminds me of anchor . fairly complex but a touch too sour a touch to dry and a touch too much alcohol presence for me to really dig this . good not great .,aroma,1.0,1
a very cloudy light orange color heavy head when poured into you glass but later settles later . has a stale bread smell with the usual suspects of coriander and orange . very nice on the nose . the taste is a clean flavor of coriander and citrus . nice after taste again very clean in your mouth . light and airy in your mouth . crisp . nice . a good drinkable beer like most hefe s . like mine just a little more spicy . but again this is a nice crisp beer that you could enjoy during both hot and cold months . and the germans know how to brew a good beer .,aroma,0.9,1
the beer as most everyone knows is a golden yellow like most macros and has a thin white head that quickly disappears leaving some lacing and little retention . i could hardly get any smell from this beer so not much to be impressed with . the taste starts out with some corn and sweet malts and later get some hops that nicely balance the malts out . a very smooth crisp and clean finish that makes this one of the very few aal beers that is tasty and is also satisfying at the same time . a good beer to drink when low on money and in need of one .,aroma,0.4,0
tastes like a combo between a stout and a belgian brown ale . the aroma is the best part but it goes down smooth and tastes nice . flavors of dark coffee chocolate and fruit combine nicely with sweet and roasted malt flavors . mouthfeel is relatively light and slick .,aroma,0.9,1
a classic west coast ipa . big grapefruit aroma . good head . high ibu . reasonable . abv . juicy orange flavour colour and good mouthfeel but no holds barred dry bitter aftertaste . a thanks to thebungyo . had to keep in fridge because of the no preservatives notice .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a pale gold with about a finger of white head that disappears too quickly . s smells of honey and malt . nothing too spectacular but pleasant . probably the best thing about this beer . t thin and grassy . very little flavor with a lingering indistinct bitterness on the finish . m watery and disappointing . d i wo n t be drinking this again . it s light enough that i could easily put a few away but i m not terribly impressed and feel like my money would be better spent elsewhere . overall impression is that the folks at birra menabrea spv somehow got it into their heads to imitate certain really cheap american beers and in that regard it s a success .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a nice amber color with with inch of foam s malty aroma with nutty and caramel hints t caramel and nut flavor with just a bit of hops to round it out . nothing too overpowering or memorable m d overall not very impressive . as a winter ale its not very memorable and there are alot better choices in this category .,aroma,0.8,1
a orange amber crystal clear no haze . finger head . very nice lace . s smells like apples . apple juice . no hops no warmth . such an odd flat smell . t the not impressed continues here . dry hops i would say sort of a dry apple as well . boring . m dry . . nothing exciting on the tongue . o i did n t expect greatness from this one . i got less that that and less .,aroma,0.3,0
on tap at a beer tasting . managed two glasses before it kicked quite pale yellow with a bit of haze making it sort of glow . fluffy white head medium carbonation . incredibly fresh hop aroma . absolutely unbelievable . must try these galaxy hops for my homebrew soon . this must have been a prety fresh batch the brewer mentioned they add . g l at flameout and it is noticeable . what lets this beer down is the lack of balance with the hopping . while quite aromatic the bitterness really is low and the flavor is lower than you are led to believe . certainly not bad by any stretch just that it could be much much better . anyway as another reviewer mentions this beer is brewed specifically for the area where it is made . and for that i am sure it fits perfectly but as a standalone beer it leaves you feeling short changed .,aroma,1.0,1
a very clear amber color with a fluffy white head that looked pretty good but nothing to get to riled up over . s to be expected . apricots . the smell of hops was pretty well blended with citrusy grapefruit and a little piney coming through t way more bready in the malts than i expected and the apricot was present but finished the sip and left it feeling not nearly as crisp and hoppy as i expected from the finish . underwhelming . m d medium body if you enjoy the taste you could easily session a few but i was n t too keen on it . i heard last years was hoppier this brew missed on that . a more tart finish would have helped .,aroma,0.8,1
from a cl . pours a lemony golden barely hazy color with consistent rising bubbles and a sudsy white head that retains well . smells of lemony tartness fresh grainy malts and yeast . tastes citrus tart as well with a hint of esthers and grainy malts . the feel is of potent effervescence and otherwise light medium bodied . a tasty treat lower on alcohol than some so it easy to drink but not the best trippel i ve had by a long shot . worth trying . probably not going to top my list of beers to buy when i think of trippels though .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle to pint glass . appearance nice copper color with a two finger head . head retention is quite good and lace is nice . smell citrus and strong pine notes with a little bit of earthy smell . very nice on the nose . taste hop taste comes across pretty strong with an orange grapefruit taste . it thins out quite a bit about mid way through and is n t quite as big as i was expecting . the middle end of each sip has an aspirin like quality that lingers for a while . mouthfeel medium bodied . carbonation is decent but not great . overall not my favorite beer for the style but a good brew . this was my very first founders beer i ll certainly try any others that i can get my hands on .,aroma,0.9,1
ingredients malt hops spices starch yeast massive off white head on a red and opaque beer . intense lacing . heavily hoped nose . rich malt flavor medium body and intense raw hopiness . this goes down quickly dispite the ml size and agressive bitterness .,aroma,1.0,1
as a fellow michigander i was disappointed by this beer . founders makes some great beers so this must be an anomaly . it poured a beautiful dark amber into my glass . it poured very dense almost like syrup which is very inviting . it foams up to finger then dissipates down to a light white lacing . smells is of vanilla and raw coconut . the coconut flavor overwhelms the smell of the beer . taste is a little better . hops then raw coconut and vanilla followed by a heavy alcohol finish . mouthfeel is heavy but lightly carbonated . the coconut flavor of the beer was so strong that this beer is not drinkable . perhaps this would be alot better if it were better balanced .,aroma,0.3,0
draft poured into a glass type that i m not entirely sure what it was . similar to a pokal i guess . a little to no head and i ll be terribly surprised if any lacing develops . dainty yellow orange color body . there is hardly any visible carbonation . where s my frothy never ending cap . where s the relentless effervescence . while this brew is mildly attractive in it s own right the asylum is way off the mark in terms of tripel like appearance . s the nose on the other hand does exhibit most aromas expected for the style . it s spicy it s fruity highlighting apple juice pear and honey . all things considered the aroma is pretty decent but not outstanding . t the taste follows the nose and is consistent in that it s lacking in real character . if i do n t get any yeasty phenols give me some spicy hops . if i do n t get some tongue biting carbonation at least give me a little alcoholic warmth . something . m again below average . dry finish . d after all that criticism i would have to say that the drinkability is decent and it s score will reflect my honest opinion . sure this is n t a premier tripel but for what is is it is not unpalatable by any means .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a dark black color with a ring of tan bubbles that quickly fades to nothing . aroma of roast ash chocolate dried fruits vanilla bourbon caramel malts and alcohol . taste of dark fruit some tropical sticky molasses roasted malts vanilla and bourbon alcohol . stiff and sharp i like the old viscosity better .,aroma,1.0,1
served in a riedel ouverture glass at . c f . already when pouring i smell lots of hops . a semi hazy ruby copper colour with a thick fluffy slightly tan head . stays in there pretty good . s crystal malts and american floral hops . blood orange and grapefruit lots of grain aroma . slightly nutty and syrupy nose . very fresh and clean smell hardly any yeast aroma . t wow really intense . at first i got a huge hop bitterness blast followed by an alcoholic bitterness and faint grainy background . lots of hops in this brew folks . i expected this beer to be more malty and nutty like the smell . it actually made me slightly dissapointed . this beer is very american in the sense that it s a lot of everything but it s a bit over the top in many ways imho . it s not balanced in any way and i do n t understand why it comes in a ml bottle there s no way you can drink that much it s too much even for two or three people . the overall bitterness is too much for me and i ca n t pick up anything else but sharpness and cheap booze . it kinda reminds me of not too good imperial ipas i ve had in the past . promising but dissapointing . m d sharp and crisp sort of feels like an artifical drink after half a glass . this beer is not for me .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a copper orange color with lots of carbonation bubbles sticking to the side of the glass . the frothy off white head stuck around for a minute or two . aroma is very inviting with apple pear and an awesome yeastiness . the taste is n t as fruity and glorious as the incredible aroma but it is nice and earthy . there is a great toastiness to it and great caramel bread and diacetyl butter flavor . the more i drink the more i taste the yeast . this is one awesome and complex brew . slightly bitter but mostly malty . the feel is moderate to thin but smooth and wet . a pint is not enough .,aroma,1.0,1
i sat ready with this beer for my first review anticipating so much being a big fan of weyerbacher brews in general and merry monks in particular . unforunately a disappointment . oz bottle poured a hazy gold into a chalice first note that something may be off is an absolute lack of head . smell oh my lord whiskey . did i use this glass for something stronger and leave a bit behind . i suspect that there may be more back there but i ca n t get past the bourbon . i suppose that s to be expected with the aging technique used i just did n t expect it to be such a dominating factor . taste is overly sweet not what i expected an oaked tripel to taste like . what happened to the monks i do n t know but they re not merry any more . fans of white wine will like this it shares a lot with a dry white . i do n t detect much of the smokiness or oak depth that i expected . overall i had expected much more from this . i m actually hoping that my initial suspicions of a bad bottle hold true and that my next try at this will be better especially considering that i have the remainder of a half case in the cellar .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a very dark viscous brown with small mocha head that retains for a bit . s good amount of bourbon on the first draw with a sweet malty background of chocolate caramel and coffee . it s almost like smelling a sweet chocolatey glass of whiskey . t the taste here is so complex it s hard to decipher it all . of course the bourbon is there along with with the chocolate and roasted coffee . some slight notes of vanilla cream and dark fruits as well . i do however feel like the bourbon should play more of a supporting role than what i m tasting here i do n t think it s full masking the flavors but it s a little too dominant . m very creamy and smooth with a good body . a bit of heat from the alcohol hits the back of the throat . good amount of carbonation present . overall i thought the beer was very very good and indeed deserving to be called a world class beer . but i was a little disappointed in the balance i felt like the bourbon was just a little too much for own tastes . great beer though .,aroma,1.0,1
a very dark colour almost black with some red around the edges . disappointing head really just a bubbly ring . no lace . s some sweet roasted malt faint yeast and nuttiness . t quite light on for flavour but there is some roasted malts ash and cola . m watery thin body but has a chalky quality . fizzy high carbonation . o very light and mild so easy to drink . the character it has sets it above most australian macros but still a very average beer .,aroma,0.7,1
ml corked and caged bottle witha bottling date of october . pours a deep mahagony brown with a finger head and very nice lace . hard to get a decent aroma i m brewing right now so i will give it a average . fruity earthy a bit smokey and roasty . ok hop bitterness cosidering the style . alcohol fairly well hidden . smooth and very drinkable . i m glad i aged this for a year . nice beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . clear and the color of slightly watered down tea . white head on top of about one finger in size . very nice retention and a great deal of lacing down the sides of the glass . aroma was a bit lacking . a touch of citrus hop and a bit of caramel malt . not too much else . i was slightly disregarded in this aspect of the beer . pretty good flavors . fruity and slightly sweet . a very small touch of hop bitterness . pretty big on the malt as well making the hops seem less apparent . sweet in the finish . a little too light in the body . slightly alcoholic taste as well with some heat . not too bad . closer to an ipa but good nonetheless .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle with printed freshness date of july . a little late but it should still be pretty much ok . appearance very dark brown with a reddish tint at the edge . minimal tan head dissipated quickly . smell roasted and caramel malts followed by a slight hint of dark chocolate and coffee . taste mostly roasted malts with some dark chocolate . more nutty flavor than in the aroma with an aftertaste that lingers for a while . mouthfeel drinkability medium bodied and chewy . modest carbonation makes it easy to down this one .,aroma,0.9,1
drank on tap at the sunset grill tap allston ma release served in an oz . snifter deep dark chestnut brown in appearance . the liquid was capped by a tiny head of saddle brown froth which quickly dissolved . legs of syrupy liquid dripped down the sides of the glass . the aroma was complex and quite intense . boozy with a sweet rum like alcohol profile . possibly some port as well . dark fruits including raisins prunes and figs came through strong . lots of vanilla too . oaky and a bit smoky . the taste was very similar to the nose . sweet rich caramel malt and brown sugar notes appeared up front . dark stone fruits came through in the center . raisins and prunes dominated . dried figs and plums were noticeable as well . slightly smoky with notes of tobacco and molasses . the finish was boozy to the point of being hot . i found the sticky sweetness resulting from the brandy barrel aging to be quite apparent . oaky and slightly tannic with a hint of roasted malts . the mouthfeel was medium bodied for the style . a bit thinner than i would have anticipated for a beer of this magnitude . somewhat syrupy and creamy with a fine moderate carbonation . drinkability was a bit of an issue . although i really enjoyed the overall favor profile the alcohol heat was overpowering especially by the drink s end . i definitely tasted and felt all of this monster brew . i sampled the angel s share bourbon barrel aged beer a few months back and can confirm that the brandy barrel aged example is nearly identical . all in all this is a terrific beer . i am glad tomme and company were able to take care of the carbonation issues that plagued the release .,aroma,1.0,1
this one was kinda all over for me . it was orangish red in color with little to no head and some small chunks . smell is exceptional with a peach and plum smell up front with a bit of malt and hops to follow . taste is a bit above average nice and complex but reminds me alot of flavored sparkling water . mouthfeel and drinkablity are very good goes down smooth and easy .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a pt . fl oz bottle into a tuilp glass a dark brown with reddish hues slightly off white head which quickly dissipated s dark plums raisins a bit of cherry brown sugar cinnamon some dark bread dates gingerbread t a weird sushi flavor is the first thing i noticed . odd . soy sauce . overripe plums vinegar rotten fruit m medium d at . this is not one to session but relax with which makes it all the more frustrating that the flavors are off . maybe i got a bad bottle so i ll hold off posting this review until i ve finished my first glass . post first glass gets a bit better taste wise but i m still confused by the first impressions . again maybe i bought an off bottle . i ll try it again some time but until then i ca n t really recommend this beer . i am disappoint .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from the bottle to a sun king shaped pint glass a dark mahogany brown with a finger mocha colored short lasting head leaving no lace . aroma of sweet malts brown sugars and dark fruits . sweet raisins buttery brown sugars maple . medium carbonation hearty sweet . very drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
barleywine . welll what exactly is a barleywine . . this beer pours a deep and murky brown black into a snifter glass . zero head leads to zero lacing and such but alas i m distracted as we speak . smell is of bourbon barrels alcohol and some deep plum and cherry chocolate on the nose . taste follows with notes of the barrel and a very lingering close . nice. good feel and the drinkability is extravagant given the potency as the alcohol is present on the nose but not on the tongue .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from the bottle into a sam adams sensory glass . a as is typical for great lakes it s an attractive brew . it s clearly filtered and is a lovely orange gold color with good levels of carbonation . there was n t much head on my pour and there was no lacing evident as i drank . s very mild extremely so . i have absolutely no idea how anyone reviewing this beer would give this high marks on smell . this was a very fresh bottle and it still had almost no aroma . there was some slight malt sweetness with no hop bitterness . i had to stick my nose into the glass and swirl many times just to get anything at all . t it s pretty boring really . some mild maltiness with a bit of buttery biscuit cracker going on with a very mild honey sweetness of caramel malts . the bitterness is very european and refined with very mild classic hop notes nothing great to me . the finish is surprisingly long with bitterness that lingers in a mildly distasteful manner . there is a mild lemon note on the palate but it s decidedly not an american ale citrus flavor . it s an integrated beer that just is n t very flavorful really . m pretty standard ale thickness . great lakes usually nails mouthfeel pretty well . the flavor is pretty thin but the beer itself is fairly substantial . it s a bit zippy on the tongue but it s ok. d it s not very tasty or intense it s almost too mild to care about it certainly wo n t wear you out but it s not offensive . i d want something more flavorful to session but if you dig extremely mild european ales you might want this . i m not very impressed with this really it s a rare miss by my hometown brewery .,aroma,0.4,0
i had this on tap at the founders brewpub . the chalkboard only said hot . hot . hot . as a description so i asked the server and was told habenero pepper and chocolate infused oatmeal stout . having tried some fantastic chili pepper and chocolate beers such as fantome chocolate i was excited but unfortunately unprepared for what was to follow . habenero peppers are not friendy peppers . a little must surely go a long way and can dominate the flavor of anything you mix together with them . and it s like a sleeper attack as you do n t know you re gon na get hit until you taste it . there was no hint of pepper in the aroma just some mildly sweet chocolate and a little roasted malt . but the first sip gave me nothing of those flavors only intense pepper burn . i felt it for about minutes after the sip and i spent that time planning my attack for the rest of the beer . i opted for a chug as i figured it would get the offensive stuff past my sensitive mouth all at one go and put it in my stomache where it could only attack other things i wanted to digest anyway . so i downed it in seconds and just dealt with the effects best i could . this was not a fun experience overall taste and drinkability could not be any lower . interesting experiment but really i think founders could have done much better . i d have done gallon homebrew batches and attempted to optimize the amount of habenero first .,aroma,0.9,1
yellow and hazy no head tons of nice lacing . smelled great very witbier like coriander fermented yeast spices and citrus . taste was a little disappointing after the smell . slightly above average but not what you d expect . it was very yeasty too much so with some spices and citrus present . felt thick and tangy with good carbonation . drink was average as i was n t in a hurry to order another by any means .,aroma,0.9,1
bomber poured into a small tulip . i m not quite sure where to review this as no less than different pizza port wipeout ipa s come up and all are the same brew as far as i can read . this brew has a very lackluster appearance . it takes a mighty effort to build any head and the retention is non existent . orange body . this is of the citrus variety . undertones of pine but mostly fresh citrus and pulp . it tastes much better than it looks . i love the finish as it snaps a pulped up grapefruit mixed with a sharp young lime . bitter mouth and finishes lingering . chalky finish . notes this is a solid brew . something is missing in the carbonation and mouthfeel as it lingers and never really cleans up . i love pizza port and i m so happy they are expanding and starting to bottle some of their gems . this is fantastic on tap but its just ok out of the bottle . i m sure it will change as they get the bugs worked out . an above average to average ipa at this point .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle dated bb feb . christmas gift . thanks love . a pours an orange red hue with a nice white head that descends to a small ring . surprisingly no lacing . s sweet caramel malt aromas with a light earthy hop aroma . nice . t nothing special here . light sweet malt flavours with a cidery aftertaste . m surprisingly thin beer that finishes dry . d very drinkable for a such a large beer and the style . a surprise i would consider again .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle appearance this was a bright yellow beer with a heavy chill haze . it was obvious even in the brown bottle . it poured with a tiny coarse head that vanished without a trace before i took the first drink . smell the smell was very elusive at first . there was a very faint hint of malt and an odd artificial lemon aroma . the lemon part reminded me of what some malternatives smell like . as the beer warmed up it was obvious that it smelled just like lemon pine sol . as it continued to get even warmer i had stopped drinking it by this time more odd unnatural sometimes industrial like odors began to stir from the glass . blech . then i made the mistake of smelling the bottle . now i see where the name bullfrog ale comes from it smelled like one was floating belly up in there . mouthfeel there was an odd chalky feel to this beer . it kind of left my tongue feeling like it was covered in dust . thin to medium bodied . taste the overriding component of this beer was an artificial tasting lemon flavor . it had an odd twang to it that lingered in a bad way . there were some mild malt flavors in the middle . the finish was somewhat wheat like combined with that ever present lemon twang . i could n t even finish half a pint of this stuff .,aroma,0.2,0
i picked up this beer at my local haggen grocery for . . brewed in austria the bottle text claims this beer is perhaps the rarest in the world and is the worlds most extraordinary beer . rather bold statements but they served their purpose and sparked my inerest . my example was bottled in . this poured to a somewhat subdued amber glow with a fuzzy white head which quickly dissipated and became virtually non existent with virtually no lacing . the smell is extremely vibrant and spicy reminding me immediately of egg nog . body being more like a whiskey than a beer with an extremely syrup like texture . upon my first sip my mouth immediately puckered after being slammed with a louisville slugger of flavor which this beer posesses . at percent the taste and overall character of this beer is very whiskeylike and can easily overwhelm . despite being very interesting and flavorful it becomes difficult to drink about halfway through . i recommend everyone try this if they get a chance just for kicks . but once will probably be enough .,aroma,1.0,1
shiner ruby redbird oz . bottle . total wine more claymont de so i have a shiner ruby redbird sitting here before me . i know nothing about it except that it s listed here on ba as a fruit vegetable beer . odd . it poured a clear deep golden orange amber body beneath a short head of white that simply vanished . perhaps my glass is not beer clean but it only leaves minor spots of lace that appear and fade between sips . the aroma is interesting . it s sweetish and spicy . i m thinking ginger and lemon and perhaps some berries which is probably coming from the yeast . it s clean and inviting . in the mouth it s light medium in body and gently zesty . the flavor clearly displays the ginger . it has the spiciness but it also has the more meaty flavor of the ginger . i m not sure about the lemon i found in the nose as it seems more like lime here . regardless there s a little bit of citric acid tartness that helps balance it as there s very little bitterness however the malt is n t really that sweet it s just a slightly bready straightforward golden malt . you notice the malt at the end but upfront it s all ginger . i sampled this beer fairly warm and i wonder what it would be like ice cold on a sunny day while cooking outdoors . the cold might make it seem a little more spicy and gingery . and it would cover up the malt a bit more . it s almost not a beer . but ok it s at least refreshing and a touch interesting . it s not a beer that i d immediately reach for or buy again but i can think of quite a few mainstream american lagers and or light beers that i d pass over for this one . i m not sure i can give this one a worth trying but that would n t be the worst thing you could do .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance dark ruby read with a creamy fingered head . aroma none . i mean non existant . taste vienna malt shines . a little underbalanced on the hops but malt flavor is there . good job mouthfeel excellent . creamy . no astringency . drinkability an excellent beer to beat the new orleans heat . .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a burnt orange . off white head is fizzy . it dissipates quickly but with good retention and lacing . the nose is sweet malts with hints of golden fruit and a smattering of spiciness . i m encouraged by the fact that alcohol is nowhere to be found . the flavor is where this beer lost me . first it s way too boozy . a lot of burn in the finish . but the alcohol masks some of the flavor from at the front end of each sip . the fruitiness is akin to orchard fruit soaked in run and the spiciness is faintly clove like . think well brewed american malt liquor with more hop bitterness and a less than stellar belgian yeast strain . the mouthfeel is all right . it s full sticky on the finish and carbonated enough to keep the tongue tingly without providing much lift and volume . it s pretty rough though . trippel is far from horrible but it s not that great either . it sa shame too because i have had some really good beers from green flash the double stout is really good .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a pint glass . the appearance is a hazy ochre gold brown with a fluffy sticky off white head . the aroma is very subtle but you can pick up on the yeasts used and sweet grain . what a flavor here . toasted crystal malt brings a caramel vanilla flavor slight hop bitter but more spicy than piney . not as bitter as some american esbs i have had but the balance is appreciated here . a little citrusy in the finish some orange peel . creamy delectable mouthfeel well carbonated and highly balanced . balance . it s the measure of life right . when things are out of balance they miss the sweet spot in the middle . balance . this beer is balance .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a standard pint . clear light mahogany color with a large fizzy head that disapates rapidly . almost no lacing to speak of . smelled great very rich and malty . unfortunantly that aroma did not carry over in the taste which was on the weak side . it drinks ok and for a novist it might be a good jumping off beer for an abby belgian but very weak for a seasoned drinker .,aroma,0.8,1
the color is dark brown nearly black with a hint of mahogony when in direct light . has a very thick light brown head that stays and stays . it was very hard for me to pick up much aroma thru that thick head . i did manage to pick up some maltyness with maybe a hint of butter . the flavor had a definite coffee and chocolate presence and a good roasted malt bitterness on the finish .,aroma,0.6,1
had on tap at the hotel as the last in a sample paddle . pours a pale apricot colour with steady bead not much head though . slight cloud in the brew with no lace . looks fizzy and pretty boring . ooh yeah intense ginger on the nose lots of spice character . slight citric twang but mostly lots and lots of ginger . that s . about it . delivers what it promises though and delivers well . taste is insanely sweet . oh my dear god of treacle coated corn syrup horrible . candied ginger and mega sugar all over that . it tastes like ginger ale with lots of sucrose added . but basically sweet with traces of ginger at the back . this is completely disgusting and nothing like beer should be . a travesty . mouthfeel is syrupy and thick with no tingle just very viscous . needs more texture i guess because there are n t a lot of ingredients here . admittedly this is probably brewed with a dessert beer style in mind but my problem with it is twofold one it s horribly oversweet . two and this is the unforgivable point i like to think that i can objectively review a beer i dislike by looking at the craft behind making it . but i find none in this brew . it seems to me that to construct a beer like this you put a relatively large amount of malt into water for a short boil and add ginger . it s so simple and that i ca n t respect . if i were at home this would definitely be a drainpour . here it s take a few sips and leave it on the table . such a disappointing effort from an otherwise excellent brewery and a terrible way to end the paddle .,aroma,0.7,1
a mine came in a belgian style bomber unlike the one displayed . it pours with robust carbonation with what looks similar in color and clarity to what is seen in a hefe . it s hazy pale and yellow with a head that drops off after a minute or so with decent visible carbonation . s it has the slight scent of fruit but more as an ester than actual fruit . it smells like vanilla cream and familiar belgian yeast . after pouring more i get some apple smell out of it and it smells a lot like apples and cream . it smells wonderful . t it has a light cream flavor as well . i pick up some light apple flavor but not a whole lot . it comes out more after i drink it . it s not a very complex beer though and is pretty thin . the distinct belgian flavor is there . it s tasty but does n t pack as much of a punch as i d like with flavor . again it has a watery character to it . but it s still good . m i d say the mouthfeel is below average . it s light bodied but is n t really memorable . i enjoyed the apple aftertaste but it tastes a lot like an apple soda where they added too much carbonated water and not enough syrup . o overall it s a good belgian style beer and the apple does add to it . however it does n t stand head above shoulders . i would drink it again but i probably wo n t be picking it up off the shelf any time soon .,aroma,1.0,1
winter bottle out of a pack . pitch black with a tan head and incredible lacing . smell has a bit of alcohol in there which i would expect but i did n t pick up the alcohol in the taste . very powerful and tastey . i may have to get another er to age .,aroma,0.6,1
another sample poured by the busty black girl at the juke joint in that atlanta airport . off the tap this beer displayed a mediocre tan head of mid size bubbles and a copper colored liquid leaning towards the red side . it laced like a jigsaw puzzle all the way down my glass too . no visible carbonation rising in the beer . as for the aroma . where is the aroma . musty malt and faint grains too subtle in my opinion . malts are the most distinct flavors in the beer with a bready quality in particular some nuttiness and again that horse saddle mustiness . a farmhouse style flavor palate . feisty carbonation neutralized some of the flavors . not as deep as it could be for a brown but above average for an airport beer .,aroma,0.4,0
th review here thought this would be somewhat appropriate . this bottle is the vintage . pours a very hazy bright orange color with an initially fat tan head that fades ridiculously fast to near nothingness . lacing is minimal . not much of a looker here as it is very light colored for a quad and head retention is very poor . ahh the smell makes up for the poor visual aspect . it is phenomenal . vanilla oak alcohol cotton candy almonds brown sugar and an elusive fruitiness that i cant put my finger on . perhaps some pears and red grapes . nonetheless this is an outstanding nose . barrel aging is very evident upon tasting as is the alcohol . it is rummy and even a bit like whiskey . could cellar for a while longer for sure . light bodied for a quad and drier than most but it still retains some sweetness typical of the style . there is a nice bready yeasty characteristic but not quite enough . to me it almost seems like a tripel and a half as it needs a bit more body adding malts and the alcohol is a bit rough . but that is being a bit picky i am very glad i brought this out for my th . great beer and i am sad that weyerbacher has discontinued the brew .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer appears brown with reddish notes when held up to the light quite cloudy . pours with a lively carbonation that creates a beige head . a slightly sweet aroma along with a mustiness and a bit of a sour aroma . a definite sour taste in this one but only lightly so . definite belgian character in this beer musty fruity and slightly funky . a tart cherry flavor is here as well . fairly dry a slight pepperiness and a general spiciness to this brew . fairly complex even has a slight vinous note to it .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into a pint glass . pours a dark translucent orange like a cloudy iced tea . almost no head goes from a half finger to nearly nothing white . smells of lychee pineapple hops sweetness . exceptional aroma . very hoppy and you get it at the first sip then the sweetness finishes bitter with all the hops of an ipa but more subdued . significant tropical fruits on the middle more of the lychee kind of like fruit cocktail if you ve never had this but the sweetness is only on the back end and not overpowering . clear refreshing mouthfeel . smooth and great drinkability for its strength . first barleywine for me so take this review with a grain of salt and if it s characteristic of the style it ll be a new favorite really quickly . it d be a waste to pair with food . have this one to sip after the meal .,aroma,1.0,1
i almost feel like my review is an anomaly . maybe i got a flat one . it pours a dark amber color with just a little head . i had no lacing down the glass and the head was gone in a couple seconds . i thought the smell was the best part . a lot of sweetness in the smell with some malt in the background . there s a lot of caramel coming through in the smell . i really like it . the taste is sweet with a little malt . there s a lot of carbonation and not a lot of bitterness . this is mild for a lot of amber ales out there . not really a strong flavor . overall i did n t find this to be great . i have another bottle and will review again when i get to that one .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a yellow gold with a small head with white lacing . the smell is very weak with only a hint of floral wheat . the taste is hoppier than most wheat beers and kind of overpowers the wheat lemon flavor . there is some honey and sweet floral malt flavors but the hops really make everything else second best . the m f is light and does n t mix too well . not one of gritty s best .,aroma,0.4,0
this is my second try with a high alcohol beer the first time was at a party years ago and i was too drunk to remember whether or not i enjoyed whatever it was that i drank i just remembered that it was really strong . this comes in an absolutely beautiful bottle and pours a thick very dark red . the consistency of blood actually . kind of pretty in a way and i mean that without any goth implications . smells like sour soy sauce like a really strong old port . this is n t a horrible smell mind you just not what i was expecting . not very nice . tastes much better than it smells . very sweet with some sour mixed in and there is a definite maple syrup aftertaste . this would make for a good dessert like a mead . as a matter of fact i would say that this tastes more like a good mead than anything else only with really nice sour tones . it s kind of slimey but full . not something that you d want to pound of course . i could n t see myself drinking more than three ounces or so at a time .,aroma,0.4,0
stopped by brawley s looking for another sn harvest and got this as a suggestion for something similar . not similar at all . a pours beautifully great head and lacing during the drink . color is clear and great . s grapefruit hoppy smell is strong but good looking forward to the drink . t first taste hit like a grapefruit and quickly becomes oily and very alcohol taste . not good once my tastebuds recovered a little . this is very sweet and taste to me like a mix between a ipa and a bourbon as far as strong alcohol taste . and i think that s why i did n t like it . and when i burped it was all alcohol . m this and oily and heavy . . d since i poured from a oz bottle i have another glass left . not sure i can do it . . edit actually i could n t finish the second glass not a good balanced beer at all .,aroma,0.8,1
i love chipotle spices and i love ale . but this beer did not hit my tongue in a favorable way and i had to pour most of it out . the smoky spices were overwhelming and no malt or hop flavor or aroma could break through . very disappointing since i am a fan of rogue s other products . the taste of the beer just did n t do it for me at all . it was n t too spicy it just tasted funky . might have been a bad bottle but i never want to smell this beer again . the beer did look nice and red in the glass but i would n t be surprised if it was food coloring .,aroma,0.2,0
glass snifter temp cellared approx degrees pours a straight dark brown color that is nearly opaque . small head of loose tan foam forms then dissipates rather quickly . lacing is clumpy and rather sticky . smell is like a fresh loaf of sweet fruit bread drizzled with rum sauce . huge bready yeasty notes . big notes of dark plums and cherries . mild notes of semisweet chocolate . belgian candi sugars . it took a minute to identify a certain element of the smell but it s almond paste marzipan . the nose is quite enticing . wow did that nose ever set me up for disappointment . the flavors fall completely flat here . the yeastiness overpowers everything else but not in the good way like a tripel or something . it s just almost all that there is to this one . it s like a big chunk of bread dipped in caramel sauce which has some dark fruits floating in it . huge bready flavor light caramel sweetness and a hint of dark fruits that you wish were more prominent . medium body which is also a sort of letdown . this style should be big thick and creamy . this one is smooth but not really creamy at all . low level of carbonation kills the body on this one . yeah it s drinkable but i wo n t be rushing to try to track down another bottle anytime soon . i d love to try it again do n t get me wrong . it just wo n t be high on my list of future aquisitions . if i see it i ll give it another shot . mikkeller you ve let me down .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a dead black . nice thick frothy dark brown head . reduces to a ring but lots of this sticky lacing . s coffee . geez . in the mix anise chocolate dark cooked fruits . t taste emulates smell but not to the same degree . like how the coffee comes through but not the typical bitterness . alcohol apparent but not reflective of the abv . m medium to heavy good carb great coating . d for the style and abv great drinkability .,aroma,1.0,1
nice right before dark orangeness in the color . a hearty thick head that left a whole lotta lace residue and a hearty cap through the whole thing . i m not really too familiar with the farmhouse ale style but the scant i tried so far did have an earthy and grassy scent . this smells earthy but instead of some wide flower meadow . .well it smells more like the farm field where the goats and chickens run around after a rain than it does the farmhouse up by the road with the scent of wild flowers in vases and the aroma of fresh baked rhubarb pie from the oven . there s a weird tartness up front . funk . ya got that right . it s almost like they took dried orange peels and pepper corns and cooked them in butter til they were almost black . maybe on some fish or an odd cut of beef it may be okay but it s just not cutting it here . this odd not all that pleasant stickiness goes away as the brew warms up . problem is that the weird organic fertilizer scent gets stronger too . the smell kills noticing any other nuances which are just odd and not all that appetizing to this palate anyways . the finish is almost like a well balanced lemony summer whit but then that ungood funk shows up again .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a clear orange amber color with a white head . decent retention . smell is musty hops real light citrus note and some vanilla . taste is sweet hops malt citrus grapes . warming does not do it any favors . somewhat fizzy tart lightish body . better than an american mega but not by much .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance this beer pours an almost hazy rustic orange color with a very thin head on it and it left almost no lacing to speak of for the entire beer . smell i first get an almost sweet floral scent coming in as i pour with strong bubble gum notes to it as well . as i get my nose into this beer the hot alcohol become very strong as well . as i let the beer warm it really came into its own with vibrant scents of pears prunes passion fruit and a belgian yeast strain that is typical of good quads . taste the first sip of this beer is almost over top in sweetness that tasted like concentrated apple juice . i really let the beer warm up and the flavors of the orchard fruit really came to life including apple oranges and peaches . the complex malt also brings on life of raisins and plums cloves nutmeg and even cotton candy . the hot alcohol though is very apparent on the palate as well . mouthfeel more than moderate carbonation brings the flavors to life so that is welcomes but the alcohol is very hot on the mouthfeel . drinkability a whole bomber of this beer is a tough task for just one person and the alcohol overtook some of the great qualities this beer had .,aroma,0.8,1
interestingly taste is unlike the smell . and that s a good thing . aroma is typical lager run of the mill beer . but the taste is anything but typical . there is a sweet toffeeish taste . this could be fantasticly refreshing beer for a hot summer day .,aroma,0.6,1
the oz bomber poured into a tulip glass produced a black body toped of by a two finger tan head . that settles into a nice thick lace covering most of the glass yes it s a chocolate stout and the aromas defiantly back it up lots of sweet chocolate aromas some earthiness to it along with some hint of roasted malts flavor s of dark chocolate are dominate not overly sweet with a coffee backbone it s got this mocha thing going on the mouthfeel is medium to thin would have liked it a little thicker this is really one of the great chocolate stout s especially for under a bomber well worth the experience,aroma,1.0,1
on draft during this weekend s stone orgy abraxas . pours a thin black while the color is similar you can tell it s not a stout as it does not pour like black oil . thin head . aroma is hugely redolent of skunky sticky bud if you ask me . hugely hoppy very fresh quite similar to rubbing a fresh hop cone in your hands and sniffing . with a smell like that you know what it is going to taste like . the first glass of this is shockingly bitter . not unenjoyable but very bitter so much that i did n t really notice much else . the second glass i noticed a pleasant citric sweetness beginning to creep in . for such a dark beer i do n t get much roasty character at all which is fine with me here . this beer is all about the hops at least if it is fresh . mouthfeel is full and sticky . extremely hopped beers make me thirsty and this is not an exception . i d say it s pretty drinkable as things like this go hell i had of them i must have liked drinking it .,aroma,1.0,1
nice flow into my glass resulting in a two finger head of dense off white to very light yellow foam . lace is a little broken but has a good cling . color is a on the srm beer color chart with clear presentation and lots of micro bubbles . smell is heavenly with the almost overpowering aroma of peaches . there are also fragrances of melon lime peel and flowers . i wish the taste was a good as the smell but it was a muted version with flavors of peaches slightly sour oranges . maybe tangelos something in there is like swiss cheese and a whips of grapefruit . mouthfeel is full and creamy with a potent explosion of carbonation . there is a slight coating of sweet sticky phlegm in the back of my throat but it is sort of pleasing . over all this was a great journey and the buzz is just what i needed . if i see the label again i will most certainly put it in my shopping vessel .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle poured into wine glasses . look pours very very cloudy yellow . there s a huge amount of carbonation to the point where this could pass for champagne . white colored head retains well but leaves the glass without lacing . there are also clumps of dark sediment at the bottom and it does n t look like the normal yeast sediment you d expect from a witbier . smell smells almost like a perfume . its very floral and the lavender is actually very present . its strange but interesting . behind that there s the smell of yeast the spices wheat and citrus . i actually find i really enjoy the smell of this one and am smelling it frequently even when i am not going to take a sip . taste follows the aroma but it is not as powerful tasting as it is smelling . the lavender is n t as potent in the taste but there s a long of citrusy flavor and lemon and grapefruit zest come out prominently . feel not really bitter at all . initially its very carbonated but it settles down quickly . very crisp and enjoyable mouthfeel but a little dry as it warms . medium light in body . drink i do n t think i would want to drink this all night because there s a lot going on here and because of the dryness . you certainly could if you wanted . overall this is a very solid beer and the bruery should be proud . i ll definitely look into their other beers that i see available . this is a delicious witbier . worth a try if its available to you .,aroma,1.0,1
v. highly anticipated . nice looking pour fruit like appearance with hue . very aggressive carbonation with tight white long lasting head . fruity bready beer nose . pleasant . hot heavy alcohol presence too much for my liking with a cloying barleywine distinction . not as fruit wine like as i would have expected . not refreshing . not very complex . dfh has n t impressed me in quite a while now . i think i m done giving them the benefit of the doubt . and my money .,aroma,0.8,1
reviewed by three people after picking up a bottle at the stone brewery world bistro gardens gift shop . appearance looks darn good . just like stone s traditional russian imperial . smell all three of us agreed there s some serious pepperoni going on . taste drinkable . could use more cheese . mouthfeel quite nice actually . overall it would be a good addition to your next stout tasting party . not something we d drink on a regular basis but we certainly respect stone for taking a chance and changing up their tried and true formula this year . but we re also glad to have purchased a few bottles of their original recipe on our brewery visit .,aroma,0.4,0
a ounce bottle purchased to go from the craft ale house for around . poured into my nonic imperial pint glass . appears a dark brown color akin to cola with a fizzy quickly dissipating head to match . the nose is greeted with notes of sweet molasses chocolate and medium roasted grains . aroma is the best thing this stout has going for it . tastes of watered down mildly roasted grains bitter cocoa maybe some very watery weak coffee . has a seltzer water aftertaste . a bit thin bodied with medium to moderate carbonation .,aroma,0.8,1
pale orange with very little head . not a lot of aroma . crisp mouthfeel with a very nice bready wheat flavor . not yeasty with banana flavors not anything like a hefeweizen really . the hops add to the flavor without disturbing it without taking over . instead they add a nice balance to the bready wheat . this is a nicely constructed beer . it would be easy to drink at least a bomber by myself though i am sharing it today . cheers .,aroma,0.6,1
this bottle is a great example of packaging done right . if i did n t know better i d say they took a cue from beau s . regardless well done muskoka . great looking bottle . it pours a beautiful cloudy reddish amber colour with a soapy head . it dissapates quickly leaving behind some lacing settling to a ring of foam around the glass . great colour on this one . the smell initially was a fairly muted biscuity grassiness . however after allowing it to warm lots of berry fruitiness is coming through . any talk of cascade hops that others are mentioning is lacking with my bottle . the taste is a mild mix of sweet malts fruitiness and slightly grassy bitter hops . there s some oxidation present in the background. like a touch of wet cardboard however . balance is good . mouthfeel i think is where this beer starts to fall down . it s a bit thin and watery . my first thought when tasting it was this is good but there s something missing and i think it s in the mouthfeel . the carbonation just does n t seem full enough . drinkability is decent . i would n t say i m gulping it down but it s pleasantly drinkable . with all that said muksoka keep up the good work . this is a great move and here s hoping there s more success to come .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from an oz . bottle into a pilsner glass . pours a deep mahogany brown with ruby highlights and a finger khaki colored fluffy head . excellent head retention and lacing . smell sweet caramel malt chocolate dried fruits and a hint of sweet and smoky barbecue sauce . taste toasted bread and dried fruits up front followed by caramel and alcohol in the middle before ending with mildly bitter earthy hops at the finish . the alcohol definitely comes through but not in a bad way . the aftertaste is bittersweet and long lasting . mouthfeel full bodied and creamy with a decent amount of carbonation . goes down very smooth . drinkability high drinkability . you could knock back a couple despite the alcohol being clearly evident throughout . overall very good beer overall . i would definitely recommend checking this one out especially if you are a fan of doppelbocks .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a dark red brown with a one finger head . the smell did n t give much away other than chocolatey malt and hops so when i took the first sip i was surprised and utterly pleased . notes of fruit a little nutty with a slightly bitter spicy hop aftertaste . this is a very memorable beer i think i ll keep tasting it in my mind for some time to come . . abv,aroma,0.6,1
twelve oz . bottle pours a golden orange cloudily unfiltered looking brew below a minimal amount of head light to no lacing along the edges of the pint glass . the aroma is very sweet with a expectedly hoppy fragrance . hints of melon cantalope or honeydew as well . the taste is well balanced with hops and malt notes making for a light and very very smooth mouthfeel . lightly carbonated this beer finishes strong and smooth with hops at the back of the palate . quite the thirst quenching beer would go great with a meal .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle with a written in sharpie on the cap . i was pretty excited to drink a nearly yr old brew but as i uncorked the bottle i noticed that the cork was very dry and nearly falling apart not a good sign . it poured a hazy honey orange color into a chimay chalice with only the slightest bit of carbonation . just a few wisps of head . the smell was earthy and of tart fruits . i was expecting a belgian strong pale ale and instead got a lambic gueze hybrid that tasted like it had been stored next to a furnace . overly sour and tasted of musty hay and green apples . very watery mouthfeel due to the lack of carbonation . could n t even finish this one . quite unbalanced and disappointing . this beer came highly recommended to me from the owner of a local liquor store though he did mention that there were a lot of variation between batches . do n t know if i got a bad one due to qc issues .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a two fingered off white head that fades quickly leaving some lace . cloudy amber color . light carbonation and medium bodied . nose is not there . starts as a moderate malt hop mix with a woody overtone . hoppy after taste . oz bottle from their winter sampler pak . market basket concord nh .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a goblet glass revealing a one finger head of coarse bubbles that quickly settled into zero . aroma was lightly malty but was one of those strange moments where once i smelt the beer i knew i was n t going to like it very much . taste confirmed my hunch . the initial taste took me aback due to the astringency . the shock of the first sip wore off and the rest of the beer was more tasty revealing deep malt flavors but for me the alcohol was too prominent to make this beer enjoyable . to be fair barleywine is not my favorite style but i ve been trying all the clipper city offerings after having the loose cannon which is by far the best of the line . i ve been a bit disappointed with the others and this is no exception .,aroma,0.4,0
a more dark pale yellow hue than most american pale wheat elas . more amber thab yellow even . not a great head of any kind . just normal . very little bubbling and no lacing at all . the aroma hints at more of a tart belgian ale than a ami wheat or even s witbier . the atste is mildly tart this is ok becasue it s so differebt from what i m used too . probably wo n t buy again .,aroma,0.8,1
discovered on tap at brixx ice company in dayton . poured from the tap into a standard pint glass . appearance beer pours not quite black with thick clingy lacing more of a darkened amber with red hues shining through . i can see the sports playing on the tv behind when i hold it up . one finger deep lingering head . smell roasty and malty with much hop presence . more roasted barley than chocolate but chocolate persists . hops are pretty strong but not overpowering . taste roasty hoppy and smooth with yeasty esters but outside of that. the tap is not clean and the beer is infected showing big metallic traces . this is clearly not the ideal venue for reviewing . first i had this problem here with founders dirty bastard now this . tastes off but i would n t blame great lakes . unfortunately to the untrained drinker that s exactly what will happen . mouthfeel thin and metallic . quite astringent . normally the beer is creamy and smooth lightly carbonated . drinkability normally i would give this beer about a or . on drinkability but this time i have to give it a . i could n t even finish this one . no more of these today . shame on you brixx ice company shame on you . cleanliness is important with tap handles . i guess some bars are only in it for the swilling needs .,aroma,0.8,1
the label on the bottle says vintage but the cork says bottled in . ml bottle this lambic pours like champagne with a big soft soapy head that does n t last that long . beautiful gold color not heavily carbonated . aroma has lemons with a kind of sugary sweetness . the aroma is very very nice . a very clean tasting lambic dry a little chalky on the back of the throat not as much sour as one expects but very drinkable i think i got a good deal at new beer in nyc . seen this beer from elsewhere .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle on the first of october . poured into a big ol mug . pours an amber orange color with a very slight haze . the head is white with a slight bit of tan to it . head is nice and fluffy but some of the bubbles at the top are a bit large . a very malty aroma wafts from the glass . it s pretty rare that a beer s aroma reaches me before i pick up the glass . it smells really really sweet with a ton of caramel and toffee some of it likely coming from dark lovibond crystal . some nuttiness is in there as it warms reminding me of peanut butter . the hops come through as it warms too which add some herbal and wood qualities . wow . this is malty . this one really covers my mouth with sweetness . it has a bit too much for my tastes and it kind of masks any nuances in the beer . caramel seems to be the main flavor but its a bit too coating . i keep getting confused by the oktoberfest style the more i try them but i feel like this is just too high in alcohol for this malty of a beer . it kind of reminds me of a scotch ale or bock . i m not a huge fan of those types of beers so while i can appreciate this beer its not totally my thing . mouthfeel is really big and coating . i would use smooth but there is a bit of an alcohol burn and aftertaste sweetness that makes it linger a bit too much . drinkability is okay but the abv is just too high . if i were to drink mug after mug of a beer on a october afternoon i would n t choose this one .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle obtained via trade with crjmellor . thanks for the opportunity . poured into an imperial pint glass formed a big ol off white head over the cloudy dark golden brew . meringey head fades very slowly with intricate lace tatting along the entire glass sides . aroma is a fervent mixture of spices sweetness funk and what have you . taste is a bit more controlled with a somewhat tart and spicy overall picture . also a slightly chalky close that lingers . mouthfeel is a bit prickly what with spiciness and carbonation but probably more or less to style and drinkability is not so bad either . overall my anticipation from the look and aroma overwhelmed what i got out of this flavor wise . still a pretty nice beer though .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to kjyost for this one . had it on the night of oct. . poured from a ml . bottle . appearance way too much foam again . second hp that does that though this one is n t as bad . dark brown head with an opaque nearly black body . smell cocoa powder and chocolate . sweet but not cloying so . really digging the aroma . taste where s the sweetness . harsh and bitter chocolate with no balance . not quite pleasant . mouthfeel carbonation is abrasive and hinders the taste and feel of the beer though it is partially perceptible . drinkability not particularly . one third was enough for me . overall very odd contrast between the aroma and taste . night and day almost . not a memorable stout at all .,aroma,0.9,1
well in all my years i have never poured anything like this before . half the pilsner is a very light very clear gold color and the other half is the head . half the pilsner is head i said . i do not know how to grade this . i am at a loss for any analysis . i am just going to have to take a stab at looks . the smell is great . smell of very fresh hops in something that promises to be potent . as i try to pour the rest of the beer here we go again . head out the yin yang . am i ever going to drink this beer . finally the taste . not impressed . very weak . can taste the massive carbonation as if it was campaign not beer . no aftertaste at all . very fresh . very very drinkable but drink a domestic light if you want a buzz . verdict try at your own risk .,aroma,0.9,1
i had to try this beer when the local had it on tap but i have to say i was even more disappointed than when i had the bottle . the brewery has great beers and is very creative but this one is very unbalanced on the alcohol side . i ca n t taste the malt or hops over it . the color which is a deep gold and the aroma are both very good . if you like alcoholy beers try this one .,aroma,0.8,1
had from on tap in tall narrow glass . a very pleasing dark opaque that light had difficulty getting through . s very little smell but the slight aroma was a pleasing coffee chocolately one . t great with the same qualities discovered in the aroma of chocolate coffee and even a molasses taste . very interesting and active . also very smooth . m very distinctive . sticks to toungue and inside of mouth in the way that molasses might . it is thick without being too much so . d good because i could only have two of these since the alcohol content is . abv . it is a heavy beer too . an excellent selection for a dessert beer . a great stout .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a golden amber with a thin head that has very good retention and some of the best l acing i have seen on an ipa . it has a citrus earthy and grassy herbal aroma . the taste starts out with a grassy taste that has a hint of honey in it which is than followed by some citrus grapefruit lemon and tangerine and finishes off with some herbal hops . the after taste is a mix of citrus and herbal hops . the mouth feel is a smooth easy drinking creamy feel . this is one of the best ipa s i have tasted and is a must try .,aroma,0.6,1
this represents the beginning of canned craft beer excluding the nitro cans from guinness boddingtons etc . and it is worthwhile . pours with a thick spongy head and long lasting head and settles with minor lacing . dales has a mildly hoppy bite and leaves little aftertaste due to storage i think . like any well crafted beer it gets better as it reaches room temperature . all in all an exceptional quaff though i do prefer oskar blues scotch ale old chubb . cheers .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz bottle into dfh shaped pint glass . a the liquid pours a dark golden with a touch of amber beneath a thick dense dark tan head that slowly faded into a thick film leaving a great network of sticky lacing down the glass . s this just smells awful cooked vegetables all the way . its pungent smelling with scents of old vegetable soup corn mash dirty grains and soggy bread . whew . t taste follows the nose with strong notes of nasty vegetables blaring honey sweetness and a good dose of alcohol . the honey flavor would be pleasant if not for the sharp grain alcohol and vegetables . this tastes like a cheap malt liquor with a ton of honey and a chemical aftertaste . m medium body gritty mouthfeel with a sharp alcohol presence and tingly carbonation . o pretty darn awful . the vegetable flavor wasnt as bad after a while but i ended up pouring more than half of the bottle down the drain . avoid .,aroma,0.2,0
pours with a dark red brown bady topped by a thick off white head with a good amount of lace left behind . slighlty sweet malt aroma without much character . very plain and weak aroma . slightly sweet malty flavor with a strong alcohol presence and a touch of roasted coffee and licorice . the finish is full of licorice anise . full bodied tingling on the tongue and warming .,aroma,0.4,0
oz snifter on tap at the brew kettle s ogrefest . just my luck right before we got there the ba th dim went off and this piece of crap went on . it looked decent at first . hazy reddish color with some amber and copper notes . there is a nice head and actually some lace . the appearance starts things in the right direction . the smell is also decent . there are notes of pineapple cinnamon wine barrel clove and orange peel . there s a decent sweetness from the malt and this almost smells like a fruit candy cane . no nuttiness which i expected given the name but sure this could be a fruit cake . very unique . things fall completely apart when we get to the taste . the spices and citrus start things off . then a sickening sweet dough and rotten fruit taste creeps in . there s some orange peel that s out of place and some notable booze . this never even tries to come together . i seriously think this is down there with some of the worst beers i ve ever had . the beer is full bodied with some nice carbonation that makes it avoid being too syrupy . but not even a decent mouthfeel can make up for the damn taste . truly a wretched beer where it counts .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a challis.i know weird but too lazy to switch from my last beer . a hazy honey colored . inch of light tan head falls to a mottled skim . s big caramel malt nose with some fruity hops . t damn hoppy i get the malt for a moment then quickly the hops bombard . this is the most bitter esb i ve ever had . this baby is definitely not balanced . lingering spicy and bitter . m f medium body more carbonated than i would expect for an esb . d i do n t know about this one . i seems like somebody mixed an esb with a hoppy ipa . weird seems like a wild pitch to use a baseball analogy for me .,aroma,0.8,1
had this beer on tap at the rogue public house in portland . got to say this is one of my new favorites from rogue . beer is very very drinkable a good beer for domestic drinkers and beer advocates alike . pours golden with a very light floral aroma pure white head . drinks with no bitter or malt after taste great on the tongue . side note goes well with the rogue house chili as well .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle into a nonic . very carbonated . of light beige foam leaps up during the pour . oddly adjunct lager aroma detected at arms length . head slowly collapses as a rocky mishmash of shaving cream and bubble bath . lots of sticking on the glass and good retention . the beer is a very clear ambery copper or maybe coppery ambery . aroma is weak and watery with more of that adjunct lager character . stale malts . maybe a very small amount of herbal hops . lame . hmmm i let this one warm up a little too much pretty much cellar temp . still not much flavor here . a light sweetness of honey with some grain husk and a hint of roastiness . sweet mingles nicely with the bitter on its way back and the bitterness with some late carbonation show it the way down the gullet . grain husk and bitter linger . astringence husk sticks to the cheeks a bit . all very quick and mild . mouthfeel is pretty watery with some building foam of carbonation . medium light body . i m sure this beer is better about degf colder but i do n t get the feeling that it gets that much better . most likely the last i ll ever have .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle to oversized wine glass . . . the xipa made a lot of noise on the boards here which prompted me to immediately seek this brew out . first beer of the day . review from a backlog of notes . a pours with fingers of long lasting white head . verrrry light sun struck amber orange in color . the body is clear with visual carbonation akin to angrily swarming bees . a nice amount of lacing is deposited on the glass . s t the nose is uncommonly weak . the flavor as well . while there is no problem with the flavor profile per se the lack of intensity here is astounding and ratings suffer as a result . how could my palate possibly mistake a dipa at . abv for an apa at . thanks to southern tier i now know . light malts of caramel and biscuit with a nice squeeze of grapefruit orange and pineapple juice . a light sweetness dials back the bitterness on the palate . m medium to medium full body and as creamy as it gets . visually the carbonation seems relentless . on the tongue however it could n t be any softer which in my mind is a huge detriment . back to the pros the flavor duration is very long and it finishes well crisply cleany semi dry and moderately bitter . d the style applied to this brew is throwing me for a loop . this would be a top notch pale ale if it were one but it loses a huge amount of points when judged as a dipa . in fact i followed this brew with an apa something i would never normally do but was more impressed with by the way and realized that southern tier made a silly typo they simply forgot to put a in front of the xipa . despite everything negative i ve said so far the drinkability is actually pretty high . in fact i could drink about of these things in one sitting . clearly the abv is another misprint . unfortunately because of the cost i wo n t even be buying a six pack . i guess i ll have to give this one another try next time i see it on draft .,aroma,0.4,0
bb lot a. wowww what a presentation . best shaken champagne ca n t do this . by opening this . l bottle beer comming out inches high and unstopable . lost more then of the brew before i had a glass under and another ran in my beerglass before flipping the bottle . this was undrinkable so poored the remains in another glass to sample . nose is actually good no taste involving infection but probably some high fermenting contamination in there at least i think . guess brewer and malter will also talk about the ingredients though . anyway the hops still smell nice as there is obvious candysugar in and with that some decent sourness . nowhere fresh and flowery as a beer with saaz should though . no empty mouthfeel also gon na put a claim to the brewery to inform monday . taste is drinkable quiet empty dry against smell and litle sour .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a great looking ruby brown color . a two finger beige head forms and sticks around . lots of sticky lace . s tons of fresh hops . fruit and citrus piney aromas . plenty of other fruit aromas to go around . t like all hop bombs for me a great aroma but as i take a sip a mouth puckering bitterness takes over . warm alcohol as well . as the beer warms the alcohol mellows out and the flavor is a bit more balanced . though this is still a very bitter beer . m d a full body . slick and oily . the alcohol is very noticeable and a bitter beer makes this hard to drink . pretty much what i thought this was going to be . a boat load of bitter hops and hard to drink . its not all bad . it looks amazing with a great nose . just to bitter for me . though if you like bigfoot this right up your ally .,aroma,0.9,1
about time i reviewed this. been holding this bottle in the cellar for a year or so . why dont they list the batch number on ozers . and why is there no bottling date . oh well. pours a thin iced tea like reddish orange . lots of big bubbles in the body with a thin ring of residual foam . minimal lacing . nose on this beer is amazing. very clovey and spicy with plums and orange liqueur . some yeasty age as well . flavor introduces maltiness and plays off the orange nicely . a big belgian for this is a nice sipper and competitively priced for such a successful belgian clone . heat is starting to mellow with a year on it and the fruity development of the nose compliments the flavor beautifully . freshness indicated that this beer needs some time and boy was i right . mouthfeel is n t as thin as it looks and feels good going down . slight warming . drinkability suffers due to big flavor and a slight excess of alcoholiness for the abv. otherwise a nice brew that all new englanders should be proud of .,aroma,1.0,1
appearence pale gold beneath a tiny quickly dissapearing white head . good clairty very little carbonation . smell smells like adjunct laden shit water but it says it s all grain . whatever . taste and mouthfeel as far as light beers go this one s damn tasty . stack this up to any other craft beer it s shitty . watered down cereal flavor . that s it . drinkability and overall hey it s better than a coors light .,aroma,0.4,0
picked up a of surly bird expecting the same type of tasteful yet adventurous experience i ve had from the other de proef flemish wild ale products pig nun spoon whacker etc . a little difficult to get the synthetic cork out as i poured into a chalice i found why pretty darn flat . little to no head like amber water . color a dark amber . massive amounts of sediment as i reached the bottom of the bottle . smell was quite tart before the first sip i braced myself for the sharp bite the gueuze offerings i ve tried not there though . nor did i catch the smooth dynamic barnyard flavors i expected . yes the grass hay etc . were all there but with a slightly off slightly sour bend . am really wondering as many of the other reviewers noted a good head on the brew if i did not get a bad bottle . hate to risk my money on another though as there are so many great and consistient belgians out there .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at the brewpub . a light straw and very cloudy with little head or carbonation . s bubblegum of course . very sweet and strong . t good banana flavor at first that progresses into a thin soapy finish . this is definitely this brew s biggest flaw a total nose dive halfway through the palate that leaves me less than tempted for another swig . m medium body with a bitter and dry finish . d fairly average and to style . refreshing and summery despite its flavor problems . not a horrible beer to have on a summer afternoon while chasing the shade in lander but imo there are better brews at the lander bar than this one .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark body and lighter at the edges . s was more aromatic once it warmed up to drinking temp . a flat beer smell of malts and an acrid berry . t hm like bitter berries or as someone else said almost green olive . bitterness is profound at the end without the hoppy payoff . m first thing i feel is carbonation . a lot of it . medium body and feels smooth . d for some reason i liked the overall of the beer but did not particularly care for the taste . goes down well with bitter bite and belching afterwards .,aroma,0.4,0
drank it on draft at legacy and at reading country club i have also had three cases of it made for them by the lion in bottles it is smooth favorful light and not biteing nice head great smell very refreshing to drink it is a amazing product that they have made it is very nice to just sit and drink again and again . the draft and bottled are so close in taste it is amazing . it is a terrific beer and a great thing to have reading beer back and to have it better by far then the original . drank the old reading beer when i was young . i like it very much and am going to get more cases very soon . dave,aroma,1.0,1
this is a very good doppelbock . i m usually not a huge fan of the style but i figured we re coming up on bock season so it s as good a time as any to get a few more under my belt and you never know when your tastes will change . i like weihenstephaner quite a bit so this was definitely among my top picks to try . the beer pours to a dark nutty brown color with amber hues . it may be very dark but when held to the light it displays a great clarity . an active carbonation maintains a nice crisp tan head . hardly leaves a single sud of lace on the glass . the smell is kind of a weak point . the only aroma i can pick up are the vegetal aspects of lager yeast that i often do n t enjoy . stewed carrots and peas creamed corn . ick . the taste on the other hand is very good and it makes up for the unpleasant nose . it has a very nice depth to the malt character without being too rich and muddy . just a gentle sweetness almost even a little more on the dry side of the scale . fairly chocolatey with some caramel and toffee . light usage of german noble hops provide a nice backing . the alcohol is fairly well concealed but it does add to the flavor profile a bit . the vegetal flavors are next to nonexistent on the palate thankfully . the body is medium . very crisp . the flavors wash away quite clean as well leaving only a gentle lingering of the spicy hops and chocolate . quite an enjoyable drink aside from the unfortunate nose .,aroma,0.4,0
it says red ale on the bottle but this is n t red . it s orange . . . and it has no head to speak of . what have i gotten myself into here . is this a bad bottle . the sniff tells me it s not skunky and in fact pretty sweet . the taste backs that up . very nice . a sweet alcohol taste controls the flavors that follow which include caramel and vanilla . it also has a slight earthy tone to it towards the end . hops hold the sweet alcohol together . finishes with an apple sweetness . the only problem was that it was a little too thin other that that i liked this beer a lot .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance nice amber color . no head when poured into pint glass.carbonation is very light to almost none existent . scent almost also non existent . a faint carmel aroma . taste it tastes more carbonated then it looks . a smooth floral taste with the hops being only slight in taste though though the flavor they provide seems to built up with every sip . mouthfeel smooth with only a hint of aftertaste . while i like beers that are a bit more on the heavy side of flavor this is a very refreshing beer . i even found myself taking the glass out to my patio where it seemed to fit for a hot summer afternoon .,aroma,0.4,0
paid . for a pack of oz bottles from discount liquor in milwaukee wi . i pour into a small snifter to review . as stated on the side of the bottle a few times a year we will cut dan loose to brew whatever he chooses uncensored uncut unplugged . always handcrafted the bottle you hold is brewed for the adventurous soul . this is a very limited edition and we make no promises to ever brew this style again . english aristocracy flaunted their wealth saving barley wines for exclusive friends . our iced barley wine is an intense brew of . degrees plato og . frozen in the cellars over a powerful twelve week fermentation . you hold an elegant riot of bittersweet sherry and dark fruit earthy notes . warm and expansive it will fill your senses . great for contemplative sipping now or lay down for an elegant occasion with friends . onto my own review poured as aggressive as possible to get a quarter inch white head consistent of very small bubbles that dissipate quickly . minimal carbonation . mysterious dark ruby red color when held to light . still transparent with no sediment . some ok lacing . the lack of alcohol in the nose is intriguing for this hefty . abv barleywine . sweet and complex i am getting a variety of aromas with this one . candied apple red licorice aged oak wood fig raisin brown sugar and molasses . great smelling sweet medicinal syrup . i begin to taste at f . it really awakens the senses with full on flavor . here its booziness comes out more and it really is quite warming . very medicinal with candied apples dominating . many of the intricacies of the nose become hidden in the taste . i am nearing the end of the beer at f and flavors are not becoming more intense as what often happens with a ris for example . the mouthfeel is somewhat disappointing . very flat and uncarbonated . pretty dry and a quick finish . a moderate graininess is left behind in the mouth . this is a nice sipper and would make a great dessert beer . i ca n t wait to try this one again in a couple years out of my cellar i have a feeling it really is going to age well .,aroma,0.9,1
deep brown chocolate lab color with hints of mahogany as the light hits it . khaki colored head that ran away as soon as i stopped pouring had it lingered it would of been nice . smells of almond and booze though it isnt a big beer . definatley sweet smelling but not overly pungent . bland . holly crap i was expecting more dont know why but what a let down when it hits the toungue . as it warms it gets a bit better with the almond smell coming through in the taste . not as sweet as it smelled . light body not much to it . do n t bother i m sure you have had this beer before with different packaging . edit so after reviewing i noticed it was euro dark lager not the style i expected perhaps this is more to its style then i let on . i beleive this is the first of this style i have ahd so perhaps it is my lack of knowledge not the beers lack of personality . still say skip it .,aroma,0.7,1
rye and smoke . count me in . poured into a snifter . vintage . . a black color . less than one finger of short lived light brown head . no lacing . . s smells delicious . smells like a smoked pig wrapped in bacon . the smoke in this could n t be much more enticing . molasses and caramel underneath . i ca n t really pick up on any of the rye . the smoke covers it up like it covers up everything else . . t i really like this . perfect amount of smoke that manifests in porcine flavors . the base beer pulls through in a much bigger way than in the nose . lots of caramel molasses and a sweet booziness that is commonly found in doppelbocks . very nice . . m heavier medium body . good moderate carbonation . reasonably creamy with a good smoothness . . d i enjoyed this quite a bit . a couple categories could have been a bit higher so thus a higher score here . great balance between the smoke and the doppelbock .,aroma,0.9,1
light gold cloudy looks like a wheat beer . strongly flavoured nose with herbs and nettles . powerful and sweet palate but seem a bit alcohol driven and fraction disjointed . finishes with a lick of cinamon . a little disappointing to be honest given the reputation .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from growler into imperial nonic glass . growler courtesy of trade with ba user commis . appearance moderate pour down the center of the glass gives a little less than fingers of a nice whitish head but the head fades very quickly . lacing is there as the beer goes down but minimal . gorgeous orange color makes for a very inviting looking brew the color is probably my favorite characteristic of this beer . smell malt and flowers some pine . not getting the citrusy blast that i like from an ipa but otherwise pleasant enough . taste really good . well balanced and more of the bitter piney and bread y east coast flavor up front than the west coast appearance would suggest to me . some sweet malt on the back end . mouthfeel well carbonated medium body . hits the mark for the style . drinkability high . the . alcohol is on the high side for the style but very well hidden and thus this beer goes down easily . it s a potentially dangerous combination though as a few pints of this ipa will sneak up on you . overall very good ipa for those who prefer balance over hop bombs . well worth tasting if you have the opportunity but not necessary to go out of your way for .,aroma,0.6,1
the color is a bit light but it has a decent head . the carbonation is also light . it has a great aroma . lots of sweet malt floral notes and honey . the aroma and the taste go hand in hand . it s a little too sweet but still good . i also get a slight undertone of cloves . the finish is very clean and light . a good ale that could use a bit of hops in the end to even out the sweetness . but a good choice .,aroma,0.9,1
six pack from woodmans in kenosha about . clear medium brown brew very little head . smells like . a weizenbock . banana clove some alcohol . tastes great banana and clove and some breadiness . alcohol helps clean it up and you feel it . still smelling the empty glass i would swear this was a weizenbock if i did n t know it was n t or is it . . highly recommend .,aroma,1.0,1
that took a while . website only in dutch . . interesting find here . flavored with bog myrtle aka sweet gale . pours an effervescent and hazy gold with nice creamy head lot s o lace and decent carbonation . the nose is beautiful . i get the belgian yeastiness and something akin to peaches served with a dash of allspice . so far it s awesome . flavor is wacky . big hit of that allspice flavor must be the bog myrtle . strong bitterness from the yeast i think detracts from what is a very special flavor initially . evolves into a wonderful spicy flavor . the bitterness is holding me back from loving this however along with a metallic almost oxidized flavor on the finish . very dry too . . per . oz . bottle so the price makes it worth trying . if this were fresh on tap i bet it d be awesome .,aroma,1.0,1
tallboy into an unfortunately frosted pint glass . reviewed from notes . pours a clear burnt copper i m pretty sure sherman williams calls this ochre . a half finger white head does n t last for too long but leaves soapy lacing around the glass . the aroma is pretty nice and only improved as the beer and glass warmed . very piney and grassy with a good citrus kick underneath . smells very clean fresh . the taste is surprisingly sweet . the malt dominates whatever hops are left in the mix though there s a bitter bite in the finish . an interesting spice mix going on here it s a touch floral . i have a feeling this is n t the freshest of cans . undercarbonated mouthfeel only heightens my suspicions re this beer s age . this is pretty dead though not undrinkable . pretty mediocre all around though i d love to try a fresh can . knowing how good this beer tastes on tap only exacerbates the sting . i ll be on the lookout for an opportunity to re rate .,aroma,0.8,1
a opaque yellow pear . almost no head . s mild effervescent cider . t pear little champaign light wheat . flavor drops off at the end with almost no after taste just a little residual booze . m almost flat with a very light body . d mild and very drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
brew poured to a brown color but your able to see through it has a medium sized light tan head that had very limited retention . no lacing to speak of . the aroma seems to be pretty good nice strong malt scent that gives off the idea of caramel also giving a sweet smell . the taste is a letdown imo the malt scent does not carry over to the taste . seems very watery what is there reminds me a bit of caramel but also finishes a little odd . has a sweet flavor and has a slight hop ending . this brew was a let down i enjoy schwarzbier very much but imo this just did not meet the cut . i feel that there are many other offerings that are much better than this one .,aroma,0.8,1
the first time i had this i was camping with a bunch of friends and when my one friend showed up with the beer we didnt expect to see him buy this . natty ice is just like coors garbage that gets you messed up faster . for the price he paid he got packs for the price of a case of stouts golden lager good beer . i was dissapointed that night .,aroma,0.2,0
served in a three floyds tulip pint glass . thanks to taiyed for sharing this bottle . part one of the swillfest after party . it pours a dark ruby tinted brown topped by a finger of tan foam . the nose comprises chocolate covered pretzels light roasted malts blueberries black grapes balsa and juniper berries . the taste holds notes of dark chocolate rubber vinyl pine sol molasses and menthol . whoa what happened here . . the body is a rather light medium with a light moderate carbonation and a scratchily dry finish . overall a nice looking and smelling beer but it just tastes downright awful to me .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance with a pull off top which is neat . poured into a flute is a pale clear golden beer with about two fingers worth of head . aroma a little bit of floral hops . grassy with a touch of grain . not too much in the malt section mostly bready if anything . taste carbonation is not too bad but a little on the thin side . a slight bit of a buttery texture on the palate . grassy bits with bits of grain . malts are there but do not offer much more than a bit of breadiness . notes overall this is not too bad a bit thin but still decent . cheers .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to cptierney for getting this into my hands via an in house trade . he d told me about this beer for quite a while saying that i had had had to try it out . as a lover of browns porters and stouts . he knew this would be right up my alley when i wanted something new . and good god was he right . this beer pours with the look of a solid porter . deep brown with a light tan head that sticks around for a while . my glass was freshly rinsed so the head retention may have been negatively affected by that but there was not much retention to speak of . smells of malts . malts malts and more malts . to be completely honest this beer smells like the mash tun on brew day . and i love it . that s not to say that it s overly sweet though . i would assume that enough dark . maybe chocolate malts are used to balance this out . really enjoyable flavor that changes from the moment it hits your lips to minutes after you swallowed your last sip . perfectly carbonated i get a faint tingle from the floor to the roof of my mouth as i take it in . medium body that really leaves a nice coating behind . really enjoyable . this is one of the most drinkable beers i ve ever had in my life . lower in abv and higher in taste and overall enjoyability . that s coming from one who enjoys big beers much more than their counterpart . i really like this beer .,aroma,0.7,1
had this at the cloverleaf tavern in west caldwell nj where they constantly have it on tap . a pours a nice amber body with a small white head that had decent retention . starts to dissipate about halfway through it but slowed to a nice lacing . s a pleasant mix of malts and hops . maybe hints of grapefruit or some other sweet citrus fruit . t the taste was a nice mix of the sweet malts and the bitter hops . there was more hop bitterness in the aftertaste however . m a decent full bodied mouthfeel . smooth as silk . d ok drinkability . the high abv and the bitterness may get to you later but i could see myself probably drinking a sixer of this without a problem . the malts do a good job to balance the high hop content of the beer making it a smooth drink and refreshing .,aroma,0.9,1
received in a trade for some hopslam thanks drew . poured into a pint glass this beer had a nice golden body with a thin white head . aroma is of hops sugar and vanilla . full bodied creamy and syrupy mouthfeel . this beer is mostly sweet and overly oaky with an almost cloying finish that has very little hop bitterness . i appreciate the brewer s intent with the oak and low bitterness to make this taste more authentic as if the barrel had sailed for months however it just was n t my cup of tea . i do n t think i ll be having this one again soon .,aroma,0.9,1
a pitch black with a nice tan head that thins s chocolate red wine licorice and black pepper . strong and complex . possibly some ginger in there too . t comes in with a boozy taste of pepper and licorice . then comes a heavy underlying bitterness with an after taste of slightly dark roasted belgian malts with some ginger . definitely a boozy and complex beer m heavy thick and syrupy . low carbonation . dry finish o i love this beer . as big as it as i enjoyed all ml to myself . definitely something i d buy again if given the chance . i think next time i would like to share it though,aroma,1.0,1
poured a glass of this from one of the three bottle i picked up at green s a few weeks ago . pours a deep brown black color . very good looking head on top of it . head is very sweet smelling . taste is a little less balanced than i thought it would be . alot of coffee and pretty damn bitter to boot . a thick creamy mouthfeel . a good coffee brew but not the best i ve ever had .,aroma,1.0,1
a golden amber in the glass slightly translucent with a thinner head but plentiful lacing in the glass . s aroma on the whole is slightly sweet and malty but little else comes from the aroma . it is near odorless of hops which i find puzzling . t medium bitterness but well balanced by the honey like sweetness and very light citrus notes that kicks in very quickly . a fair amount of dark chocolate in the finish though it does not linger long on the palate. but where are the hops that it advertises . there are barely any that i could detect . here i was disappointed . the tag said that they crammed as many hops as they physically could into the copper but i did not detect much m thinner than i would expect but not to the point of being watery . there is still some resinous feel on the tongue and the bubbles are subtle . d overall this brew is subtle in nature but lacks character with only having sweetness and a surprising finish . however it is the transition from sweetness to this finish that offers a pleasant surprise . this is its greatest strength but also is the greatest weakness of the brew . overall i was not impressed with this brew being representative of the ipa style even by english standards of putting less hops than the american counterparts . . it was far too sweet and grossly under hopped .,aroma,0.4,0
a highly drinkable beer . nothing really offensive about it . pours a decent head without lacing . the smell is slightly skunky and also pours an oft red color . taste is pretty grainy and smooth not well balanced as there are really not any hops to speak of . but nonetheless a decent highly drinkable beer .,aroma,0.4,0
the beer looks good enough with a light gold body with a little white head but this beer reeks of plastic and cholorphenols . the flavor at least has some pale malted barley and wheat in the aftertaste but plastic and cleaning chemical notes are way too strong . the mouthfeel is crisp and light but the drinkability suffers from the flaws . if this beer was contract brewed for me i d be pissed . i have n t come across a beer flawed this badly in a long time . avoid .,aroma,0.2,0
oz bottle sam adams perfect pint nearly opaque the color is appropriate and tinged more with red and purple than yellow . the head was small and of a normal medium brown with lackluster stickage . uh huh this smells like a chocolate stout . outdistancing young s famous brew the chocolate is dark shot through with french roast coffee swimming in sugar . hershey s syrup with a little more refinement seems close . not a particularly great stout is the base . not a large roast character but what s there is slightly acrid and even so this is a sweet beer . the lush coffee and chocolate are still there they pretty much constitute the whole . it s thin any way you cut it it s thin . medium high carbonation . another one of trader joe s deals here . aroma is better than flavor .,aroma,0.8,1
a clear golden body with a white fluffy head the fades to a lasting ring . has a little bit of stick to the sides of the glass . s light malt and a much more dominate hop aroma . pretty tame overall though . t nice bready malt flavors jump out at first . then lasting hop flavors come in . they create a nice bitterness and a dry finish . although there are a lot of hop flavors it s still pretty balanced overall . m medium body that is slightly creamy at first but is crisp and clean on the finish . d pretty easy drinking for a bock beer . the flavors are simple and well balanced making it pretty drinkable for me .,aroma,0.6,1
a pale straw and crystal clear . moderate white head with little lacing . s not much of anything . a hint of corn and cereal grain . t again not much to go on . but what is there is balanced . no off flavors . m very light and dry . high carbonation . o about as light as it gets . and sometimes that s a good thing .,aroma,0.4,0
kasteel cru bottle into grolsch pint glass . reviewed live in cork . a two finger head of no cream pretty thin and of poor retention . clear light pink colour . appealing . sm berry hop esters a very light scent . t light berry taste very grape almost like rose wine . pretty one note . i m new to the style which seems very wine wannabe . i suppose for emulating champagne in a beer manner it does what it s supposed to . it s one note which makes it intrinsically balanced . very simple . mf light fizzy sparkling feel matching the flavours . this beer has serious wine envy . dr hides its abv quite well but is ultimately too expensive for its quality and simplicity to justify a purchase . it s more a rose champagne sparkling wannabe than a true beer .,aroma,0.3,0
they cant all be winners or appeal to everyone . this beer is really not up my alley . the beer is wonderful to look at and has a very nice robust and scotch like in complexity nose . the taste is what killed this one for me and the fact that it has almost no carbonation.did i get a bad beer . the most overwhelming flavour here was port vinegar and oak . not completely unpleasant but not worth finishing . there were cherry tones in there too as i think about it . i had high hopes for this one . i can not recommend it .,aroma,0.9,1
pours yellow . big head . smells awful . over the top foul cheap brewing products . not much else but a mess of badness . tastes a little better . just plain lager . so much more than many other macros though . there is a body to this beer . this is pbr s saving grace . still pretty bad,aroma,0.3,0
capped with no dates purchased at whole foods in ann arbor and poured into a pilsener . bottle with a neck tag explaining the ingredients and story behind the beer . signed by proprietor and jedi brewmaster joe short . tons of foam despite a careful pour . underneath the gargantuan head of white is a bright gold beer with plenty of carbonation duh . plenty of pils malt and tons of spicyness from the amarillo hops . this is an odd yet very pleasing combo . simple yet bold yet bold in its own way . i keep sniffing and sniffing . lots of pils malt upfront than the hops jump in and dry things out with a little spice . picture a race car driver shifting gears too fast . things were going just fine until the hop bomb blew up and wrecked any chance this beert had for balance . a hop head would like this but i m not a big fan of this sudden and drastic change of direction . too much amarillo . the mouth starts off moderate but turns too dry and bitter for me . i wo n t be dropping another for this one .,aroma,0.9,1
drank from a fluid ounce bottle purchased at liquor world cambridge ma best by november poured a near black with brown edges when held to the light . the creamy bubbly cocoa colored head quickly faded to a thin wispy film with a thick ring of froth . the aroma was amazing especially for a beer of such humble stature . chocolatey rich to the extreme . steaming hot fudge instantly came to mind . sweet and creamy with strong notes of vanilla and a touch of oak . the taste was deeper and roastier than the aroma . dark chocolate came through strong up front . black coffee was noticeable in the center . a touch oaky and smoky . the bitter deep roast espresso like finish lingered on and on . initially i detected some metallic notes in the finish but these died down as the beer warmed . mouthfeel was medium bodied with a fine somewhat lively carbonation . a touch thinner than expected . frothy and slightly creamy on the palate . this was a smooth and tasty beer with an aroma that was to die for . at . abv this porter was surprisingly drinkable . definitely one of the more impressive examples of the style i have tried in a while .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle poured into a snifter a few times over a couple hours purchased on a tip from a ba buddy . i tried to hold out on drinking this alone but nobody bit so here goes vermonster a dark brown barleywine that looks like it means business a deep dark brown that sheds some lighter colors burnt red up to a light . a nice pillow like condensed dark tan head raises a inch looking scrumptious . it dies but is brought back with swirls loose spider web lacing weak legs . the name implies a monster and rock art brings it on the nose with caramel dark malts toffee and some faint dark fruits with extensive warming . with ibu s running through this piney resiny hops burst through with vigor . a faint sense of alcohol as well but that s expected in this style . the taste takes a dwindle in score because it s brought down by the feel which is lacking . all the barleywine qualities are there but they could be boosted a hell of a lot more with a bigger body but i digress . tastes include caramel toffee nuts . muted hops with pine not so much citrus and a dash of strong alcohol in this er . the alcohol does not bother me it s well hidden . the feel on this is a bummer and the worst part of this monster . when vermonster st entered my palete i was like this is going to be good then i swirled it around in my mouth and i noticed that the hop kick of ibu s was muted then when i swallowed it i started to scratch my head . the beer looks healthy and alive in appearance but is dead flat in feel . after oz s or so i started to shake my head . dare i say the weakest feel in a barleywine ever dissapointing . also had a muddy feel on the way down and a very watery . it s taking away from what should be a great bwine . the drinkability should be higher but i can not justify it . i will say that the nd half of the bottle was better and a bit fuller when some of the dregs made it s way into the glass . the yeast helped to liven things up a bit . i should of just dumped the st half and worked with the nd half . i ll try it again down the road and revise if i see fit as i see that another reviewer from pa had the same problem in feel . this monster was not scary at all it did not even startle me .,aroma,0.8,1
i m surprised a beer this outstanding is n t already in the system and i feel privledged to add it huge sarcasim in that sentence .i m not sure if it is classified as a ice lager or light lager.i guessed light. light straw colored . no head retention . very little aroma but some hints of sweetness rather than hops which is different than regular lite if i remember correctly.not a lot of flavor . goes down easy and no bad off tastes which for a beer like this is a definite positive.does have just a bit of that ice alcohol flavor but not as strong as some of the other ice s i ve had . this is not a terrible beer . it s drinkable and i guess for a light it s at least average .,aroma,0.3,0
nice pour . little head . i smell burnt licorice . not too happy to start . nice mouthfeel pretty smooth . wow . this is some light stuff for the color . good taste though . i have to hand it to magic hat . they packed some flavor into this really light beer . you can drink this all night long but i doubt you will hand one to your bud and say bro you got ta try this it will knock your socks off . it s pretty good not great but good . the abv is appropriate for the feel on this one . i had this back to back with avery s new world porter . not a good move cuz that one packs a whollop . if you pair this with a bad ass beer it will not stand . on it s own you should have a pretty good time .,aroma,0.4,0
remember the choklat by southern tier . well as mentioned before that is one of five beers in southern tier s blackwater series of imperial stouts . the first that i tried and maybe most ridiculous of them all is the creme brulee milk stout . this is a beer that really redefines what flavors can exist in beer . yes the choklat was brewed with swiss chocolate and does has immense bittersweet chocolate flavors and aromas pouring throughout it . but try the creme brulee stout and you will see what i mean . it has been brewed with vanilla beans to give it a desert like vanilla sweetness lactose sugar for added smooth character and a sugary sweet body and among other malts dark caramel malt . i expect this was the largest portion of the malt used because this beer literally smells and tastes exactly like a creme brulee . i ve said ridiculous once already but it s just ridiculous . really unless you ve had this beer before you have never had anything like it . the guys at southern tier are some of my favorite brewers and they describe the creme brulee stout it so well themselves that i have to reiterate it here we are not the harbingers of truth as some may suggest but it may indeed be argued that our brewing philosophy is tantamount to a dessert with a bellicose past . how you may ask would a brewery determine a likeness to hard coated custard . our response is simple it s all in the power of history and of course the extra finesse needed to top off a contentious treat with definition . by comprehending the labyrinthine movement of time one would not think it strange to trace the errant path of an ordinary object such as a cream dessert only to discover that it has been the cause of cultural disputes since the middle ages . the british founders of burnt cream and from spain crema catalana both stand by their creative originality and we respect that but it was the french crme brle amid the strife of contention that survived to represent our deliciously creamy brew . history and finesse may have come together to create this beer but i have come to drink it . while it may sound like desert it does pack a punch at . abv . it is after all in the imperial stout series . but fret not this beer knows exactly how to handle the power . pour this big stout from its ml bottle into a nice deep chalice with a slight tulip to catch some of the aromas . it will flow out thick and smooth showing an oil like consistency building a black monstrous beer with a mocha tan head . the foam is dense but short and will live only for a few minutes before it fades to a soft film on the jet black beer . into the light the stout shows but a glimpse of color amber browns glimmer but shadows take over with deep oily black waves as the light fades . the nose is my favorite thing about this beer more so than the taste even . it s just straight creme brulee with a mild alcoholic almost cognac finish . i m not exaggerating either . its it packed with deep caramel butterscotch touches of toffee vanilla creme warm butter a hint of smoke and roast and finishes with a warm aged spirit sensation . when i first had a bottle of this i finished it but never cleaned the bottle i kept it to reserve the scent to show and amaze my friends . seriously . so i was pretty excited by this point and could n t wait to get into this beer . i served it at cellar temperature c f anticipating a lasting brew that would gradually warm in temperature and flavor . its a bit of a rush when you first let the stout in your mouth . massive caramel malts and vanilla crash down on your tongue and flood your palate with rich flavors . for a second all i can get it sweet caramel toffee and power but soon vanilla butterscotch and bitter chocolate make their way across your cheeks and fill every cavity . smoke and roasted malts are manifesting themselves on my palate now as the beer warms a touch and more bitter chocolate begins to show itself . soft hop bitterness can be found in the back but is severely dominated by candied vanilla caramelized sugar roast and heavy sweet malts . the finish is wamring and cognac like as the nose depicted and overall alcohol is somewhat apparent in smooth light heat . it is definitely a treat but would be very difficult to finish oz to myself . it is not as balanced as the choklat and is also a bit more brash . overall i think the choklat is the better beer but the creme brulee stout is the crown pleaser and certainly makes a bigger statement .,aroma,1.0,1
a finger of off white head . red at bottom of glass and gets lighter towards the top . the rocky head dissipates just a bit and clears way for bubbles . s grape soda rasberry jam sour fruity lambic . t hoppy burn but sour . hits back of tounge and washes settles to the front . kind of a backwards effect . very fizzy and grape . this beer will hit your nose as much as your mouth . tastes like acidic citrus fruit juices after brushing your teeth . very interesting but not too pleasant . m i think this is a little too carbonated . to the point of fizzy . this settles in the weirdest backwards way . thin mouth feel . d i do n t think i will be purchasing this again . it s drinkable in the sense that you ca n t taste any booze at all but it s not drinkable in the sense that it s fizzy and too acidic .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance crystal clear yellow color with a smallish white head . aroma sweet and cornish what there is of it typical lagery smell with only the faintest whiffs of citrus flowers . on palate sweet clean brisk and actually kind of tasty . light body . absolutely no finish it vanishes as soon as you realized that it was there . texture what there is dies quickly too . a simple sweetness resides in the back of the throat until it croaks too . sweetness continues to the point of unpleasantness . i do like sweetness in a beer yes but only when accompanied by hops malt body texture taste etc . mouthfeel body everything is quite forgettable . that serves some people fairly well but not i . not that bad actually just not very good . and lucky me i chose a pint can to sample . wee wee wee all the way home .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance dark brown with ruby hue . huge frothy head with in credible head retention and lacing . smell about all i smell is sweet malts with a tinge of a metallic smell . taste maltly scotch ale goodness . lingering sweet malts on the back of the tongue . mouthfeel moderate carbonation and watery mouthfeel . drinkability it s an easy drinker . definitely not the huge malt bomb that other scoth ales are so much easier to drink . good mild scoth ale . schillings maybe .,aroma,0.6,1
pt. oz . bottle purchased at enoteca in post falls idaho for . a couple of months ago . batch according to the label which also states it was brewed on . . . and is best before . . . whether the means august th or may th this is officially beyond the best by date . kinda wished i d noticed it before now . incidentally the label also states this is a dark porter . now i have friends in norway and have tremendous respect for their nation s ingenuity but does this mean the norwegians have created a new variety of beer called a light porter . pours a dark dense color that could be either brown or black . holding it up to the light makes no difference except for an almost imperceptible rubyish tinge to the extremities of the beer . of an inch of tan foam was initially at the top of this beer but it soon receded to a foam ring . this beer smells of dark fruit molasses and bourbon . the latter comes as a surprise given that the label only claims an abv percentage of . . was this aged in whiskey casks . there s certainly no mention of it on the label and that s the kind of thing that is normally trumpeted to the skies . very acidic tasting beer . the dark fruit and molasses scents do n t translate very well to the taste . weird and not pleasantly so . surprisingly watery body and dry prickly mouthfeel for a porter dark or otherwise . not too impressed with this . while it is entirely possible this beer suffers due to its age the reviews of fresher bottles do n t seem too great either . i think i ll pass this up in the future .,aroma,0.8,1
pours copper brown with a large fading head . nose shows loads of treacle fudge and brown sugar with cloves showing in the background . some soft perfumy alcohol shows . similarly sweet malty flavours but there s also a harsh chalky and alcoholic note that detracts from the experience . carbonation is ridiculously high .,aroma,0.8,1
this poured a clean pale straw color with a somewhat watery body and almsot no head . minimal carbonation . the nose came off as slightly malty floral hoppy and a definite contribution from yeast . the taste was a good kick of alcohol up front very sweet malt and a lot of hoppiness but sweet moreso than bitter . little hint of honey in there as well . the feel was good a biting hop plus a sweet malty presence changing quickly to an almost watery feel unexpected then comes around with a tongue coating buttery aftertaste . very good . overall this was a great beer but the alcohol was a bit much in volume and especially in taste . still something to try and another great variation from st .,aroma,0.6,1
can into pint glass a big finger eggshell head slightly hazy medium orange brown coloring on the beer relatively large bubbles s quite robust hops and citrus control the doughy scent surprisingly bold smell t bready start transforms smoothly to a citrus to a bitter and a slightly sour finish . almost like taking a bite of sourdough . something seems to be off balance . m upper moderate to high carbonation works nicely to maintain the overall middle ground mouthfeel d i like it but not that interested in another a good beer that can be improved upon,aroma,0.8,1
purchased at ledger s in berkeley ca . presentation oz nip sized bottle limited edition bottling . poured into my jw lees glass . appearance brown brandy congac like appearance . slight bubbly head upon pour . ultra light watery and spotty lace . smell nice nose of hard alcohol vanilla deep caramel and barrel flavors . taste either this one has n t sat long enough or a bit too long . it tasted fine but the flavors with a bit muted . some caramel but a bit watery combined with a touch of vanilla and a oaky like flavor . mouthfeel not really as thick as expected . a bit watery but smooth . short lived aftertaste . easy to consume though . drinkability tasted fine but was hoping for something in the great to excellent range . better than average but not much above that .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a german pilsner . a dark brown no head . s alcohol fruit caramel malt hops t caramel malt fruit hops . it seemed pretty highly hopped for an english barleywine . m a little on the undercarbonated side just the way that i like my barleywines . d this beer is way too easy drinking considering its high abv,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into das festhaus pint a slightly cloudy golden in color with an underlying orange ish hue . large frothy head that quickly dissipates into an abyss of nothingness . no real lacing to mention . the beer kept bubbling tiny bubbles up from the bottom the entire time i drank it . s very mild citrus not much else detected . unimpressive smell . t much better than expected . very complexyet not too strong . citrus spice wheat . there s a lot going on here . this is the most complex beer style i think i have ever tried . m clean and crisp not much of an aftertaste . thin to medium body with a significant amount of carbonation . d a very refreshing late spring to summer brew but a little expensive for heavy comsumption . i really like this beer due to its complexity and flavor . i will seek it out in the future just not by the case though . i do n t make that kind of scratch .,aroma,0.4,0
evenly hazy lightly greenish yellow appearance medium head of bright white color . laces in dripping rings . aromatic stuffy and yeasty with orange accents and light pineapple . mouthfeel is sub medium carbonation is fairly lively but more subdued than some . flavor is straightforward senses of candied fruit plenty of sugary sensations chalky tones that range to chewing on a pencil but mainly similar to many wits . finishes relatively clean with a lemon candy aftertaste . seems about typical for style a bit metallic in all over impression and not highly spiced but pleasant enough .,aroma,0.9,1
grabbed this at half time . a fairly clear golden color with a touch of yeast floating around . poured with a finger and a half of white head that disipated to a thin cover . excellent lacing . s big yeast smell right up front . then the hops are right behind it . lots of citrus . little bit of lemon . the yeast and hops work really well together . excellent nose . t wow . really nice beer . the hops are really up front . bitterness up front . then the yeast comes through . very nice balance . the dry hopping comes across nicely . m very light and refreshing . prickly carbonation . d very nice beer . this should be a year round beer for them . really excellent on the first truly warm day in upstate ny . for the price . i was satisfied . again it begs the question how do beers that come from belgium cost less . still excellent beer all around .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle batch a i ve had this beer a few times before do n t know why i ve never reviewed it . anyways here it goes . poured into a snifter . pours a golden yellow color with an off white head . s the aroma is sour and fruity with some citrus and a touch of spices and hints of oak as well . t the taste is very light and intricate with a very dry finish . almost a little champagne like . the taste is light fruit and spices with some sourness and hints of oak . m the mouthfeel is light bodied with a good amount of carbonation . d like just about every beer they brew this one puts an interesting twist on the style . not the best wit out there but definitely something different that is worth trying .,aroma,0.9,1
shared with ba member talisker . presentation ml bottle . did not look for freshness info . poured into a duvel tulip . appearance clouded white yellow colored pour . clouded from yeast sediment as well . head forms to about a inch and fades fairly quickly . light lace streaks and trails reamin . smell such a powerful smell for such a light abv beer . remeniscent of fantome and saison dupont . it brings the funk . lots of barnyard nose with mild urine lots of wet hay some hops and lemon rind . taste all the flavors that are in the nose but not quite as strong . grainy hay like flavor with a pleasant fresh hop taste . white pepper and lots of lemon peel make the major taste of the beer . mouthfeel mid range carbonation a light hoppy aftertatse with a drying mouthfeel . drinkability very drinkable quenching and drying beer . perfect for a hot outside day . great flavors and overall beer for a beer of such a low alcohol content .,aroma,1.0,1
was n t sure what to expect when i cracked this open the bottle gives no real indications as to style and traditional stone typography on the back is entertaining but mostly just nonsense . poured a lighter yellow than i had expected with plenty of active carbonation and a fantastic dense white head that lasted forever and stuck to the side of the glass . nose was fruity with suggestions of grapes and citrus . taste hits the palate not unlike an ipa really lots of piny hop flavors shine through with slight melon and citrus flavors which can easily be detected . this beer starts off well but for me the finish is a bit of a disaster the alcohol really can be felt tasted after the swallow in a bad way . i m not against alcohol flavors in me beer when executed well but for me this was just a little too much at . percent this is a fairly strong beer but it comes off like something above percent at least . as others have suggested this is a really good start to a great beer perhaps if aged the alcohol will mellow a but and it will show more malt character . i probably would t have this again .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into my founders snifter . light amber in color . white head that is about a half a fingers thickness . goes away quickly . leaves a light ring around the glass . the bubbles dance against the light . smell is of clove cinnamon and pumpkin . but really it smells more like vomit . honestly it s making my stomach turn . tastes like clove and shitty pumpkin pie . this is truly awful . it is fairly light in the mouth and easy to drink but the taste is so damn terrible there is no point . my drain is going to enjoy the rest of this .,aroma,0.2,0
i got a couple of these in recent trades bifs . i think these came from nathan and cresent . thanks again . been itching to try one of these it s saturday night . time for a night cap . bottled oct . pours a bright and hazy orange color with a nice white head . aromas are awesome . i can smell this for a couple of feet away . stewed fruits raisins wet and hot cereal grains and a bit of booze . taste is kind of hot up front but not overpowering . you are just quickly reminded this is n t a session beer this is a sipper . flavors are of boozy fruits not really sweet though crisp dry and with a biting alcohol and a bitter hoppy finish . mouthfeel is nice . a bit harsh and hot but it has a nice thick warming quality . drinkability is good . but whoa . this is a big and beasty . . . this one could easily sit for a while . maybe i ll visit the other bottle next year sometime .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a nice dark brown with a decent two finger creamy tan head . s not bad vinous with a touch of vinegar . some fruitiness there as well . t fruit vinegar and a touch of funk there . quite sweet and a little bit of hop bitterness present . really much more sweet and fruity than expected . i also sense a little bit of vanilla but not much . m medium to thin body and average carbonation make this a refreshing brew with a great mouthfeel . d refreshing tasty and a something to it . this is a good brew which i am happy to drink a few of .,aroma,0.6,1
on sale at local liquour store . appearance beautiful sunny yellow . head is white with a finger head that slowly dissipates . some blotchy lacing remains . smell some citrus and floral notes . pretty bland and not really what i was expecting . taste was assuming for this beer to follow the smell but wow this beer is great . the big suprise is just juicy pineapples and peach . i also get some banana and clove . hops do n t really come out on the bitter end but the fruit and floral flavors really come out . mouthfeel refreshing and drinkable . very smooth and on the lighter side but packs some flavor . carbonation is on the lower side for a pale ale overall good beer really drinkable very flavorful . you can drink the bomber and not be hammered or even buzzed . highly reccomended .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a . oz . bottle into a pint glass at low altitude . a pours a very light crystal clear yellow like any other adjunct with a pithy white head that fades to nothing and leaves no lacing at all . s a faint smell of malt without much of anything else . not a strong smell by any means . t better on this front . malt and other grain notes up front followed by the slightest hint of hops . although the flavor is n t very strong it s quite well balanced and clean it does n t taste watered down and finishes with a nice bitterness . m imagine a slightly less carbonated version of club soda . d for what it s worth i think this is quite a nice representation of the style . that said i m not sure the difference in quality between this one and cheaper adjuncts makes up for the price premium .,aroma,0.4,0
got this bottle as a mystery ipa from davidsk in a trade . a nice orange hazy with a good amount of head . lots of yeast sediment . s a little citrus but mostly smelling lots of big hops . t excellent . nice tingly feeling on the tongue . taste a little citrus with big piney hops . m long after taste . carbonation leaves a nice light feeling on the tongue . d very smooth highly drinkable . reviewed st review .,aroma,0.6,1
blackish reddish with red edges with a off white head that stuck around for a few.mild lacing mild fruit sobi and malt smell slightly roasted taste.pac man yeast is in there.sweet taste dominates.i personally cant taste the hops mild carbonation nothing really harsh.not boozy at all very different for me to drink.but good im glad i tried it.good solid brew but from rogue but not there best .,aroma,0.4,0
it pours yellow orange with a quick to fizz away white head . looks a little cloudy . the high point is the smell raspberries and citrus dominate with a muskiness beneath . the taste is very mild fruity emphasizes berries and ends with the warmth of the alcohol . the aftertaste is nearly absent pretty smooth . mouthfeel is fair seems a little flat as time passes on but a drinkable brew nonetheless . i would reinvest my money for that smell . it could be a good summer evening drink .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance clear typical pilz color . watered down apple juice . lots of initial carbonation almost fingers but evaporates in about min . fiz did n t last that long either . was gone after half the beer was consumed . smell no noticeable yeast aroma . initial smell is of rust and corn oil . lingering smell of febreeze and or butane . these mask a light hop smell . taste initial taste is very dull . flat not that malty not that hoppy . there is a weak balance between that and the after taste of nutra sweet and pond water . mouthfeel very low viscocity . not that thick a feel . only a mild tingle of carbonation drinkability low . if consumed cold from a chilled glass on a hot day with lots of salty food it might serve ok .,aroma,0.2,0
i was glad to find this limited release otter for some of the limited are harder to find for me . the beer pours a clear pils like gold that slightly up on carbonination though a fair amount of lace was born of the one inch white head . the aroma oh the aroma of clean fresh blueberries was awesome . . the taste was abit sweet tart like with a raspberry tartness to the mouthfeel . overall the body was abit weak or watery . this makes for a fair hot summer day beer . also makes a good beer with a fruit pie . a cooking note it makes a great smelling pancake addition to your mix . a down right handy summer brew to have around .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle reads a mystical blend of four aphrodisiacs combined with the powers of our magical totem pole make this a uniquely stmulatin brew . okay so ml of mystical aphrodisiac into my wine glass . this beer has a strange vibe to it . a little head only a thick ring and a patch in the center . peculiar amber with a very subtle pink hue . with the bubbles rising reminds me a bit of a pink champagne . completely clear with no lacing . s pee yuuu was my first thought . smells like grappa with a chocolaty background . t hard to say . it tastes good and bad at the same time . really tastes like light strawberry juice . ends with a barleywine esque bitterness . m very thin medium carbonation very dry . d refreshing and drinks okay but i d be pissed if this is all i d have to drink for the night . a whole pint would be too much . i got used to it after a few sips and downed it but this is not what i m looking for when i want a beer . a tough guy cooler .,aroma,0.3,0
half growler from new beer . poured into a squared off pint glass . filtered copper body gooey inch of off white froth . smell is a mute ipa . a squirt of tangerine peach at the end . very ho hum . taste again is a very paltry pale . very little malt faded earthy hops with more flavor bitterness coming from the rindy soured fruit itself . a weak almost stale base beer . lemongrass peaches half ripe apricots skins pits all the fruit is what s interesting here . bittersweet it saves this beer from being absolute junk . the noticeable alcohol does n t seem to mingle with the rest of the beer . a little feel of graininess on the finish keeps gives the actual base beer at least one positive aspect . feel is average to strong in carbonation with a good froth always getting on your lips . it feels a little stiffer on tap but do n t ask me to put down for another glass . beer is very light bodied for . the base beer needs some real work .,aroma,0.4,0
not a very worthwhile experience . poured flat and tasted blandish . thin feel and a real lack of substance or flavour . i ve had a few other trafalgar beers which were pretty decent so i was surprised . i noticed another comment on the flatness so i suppose some of the bottles could have not been properly sealed .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer poured with nearly zero head . and yeast clumps were rampant despite leaving a bit in the bottom of the bottle . there is a nice spicy aroma from this beer but perhaps subdued due to know head with popping bubbles adding to the pungency . first taste seems to be a bit on the watery side but does lend a slight spicy yeast balance . but unfortunately it s seems off in the distance . again the watery taste also reflects in the mouthfeel and it just seems too light for a dubbel which is the top of the styles i like . due to the lackluster experience the drinkability suffers as well .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap somewhere in fashion island at newport beach . first tango with deschutes . served in a pint glass on november th . a deep golden amber coloring with a light cream colored head . fluffy though average lacing and retention . s eh a bit muted . light citrus notes and pine . t better but not by much . initial hop bite shifts into grapefruit tartness . middle notes include slight malt presence and fruit sweetness . bitter finish with oddly some alcohol warming in the back of the throat . m medium body not too smooth quite carbonated almost excessively so . d finding more eloquent descriptions for a relatively bland pale ale is pretty difficult . a disappointment . oh well .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle poured into a oz pokal . a pours with a thick mocha head about a finger and a half . the actual color is near pitch black with just the slightest touch of red when held up to the light . as the head begins to recede it s already leaving lacing down the glass . s roasted malt and skunky ness . . are immediately apparent . meh . t the actual taste of the beer says a whole lot more than the aroma . really heavy on the roasted malt upfront . molasses burnt coffee and a touch of sourness . m fairly heavy body with medium carbonation . works well with the style . d i m not a huge fan of stouts and this one is n t really an exception . less than enjoyable flavor really does it in . though i have to admit it looks pretty good .,aroma,0.4,0
a pretty thick and black as night . quarter inch head nice and tan . thick bubbles . good retention . heavy lacing on this guy . s i m not getting a whole heck of a lot of coffee . a touch of espresso is on the nose but i m also getting cocoa and a touch of nutty malt . almost like a walnut . smells a touch hot . wish there was a bit more coffee smell here considering they say they use the finest beans in san diego . would have liked to have gotten a better scent of them . hope it is in the taste instead . to be honest not getting much smell at all . thought i was maybe a bit stuffed up but even the wife said she did n t get a lot on a whiff . t yeah wow . there is the coffee . dominates the palette . espresso beans coffee beans way up front . touches of cocoa arise . none of the nut malt is in this any more . i m getting all big bold taste of san diego s finest and i m lovin it . it has a touch of heat to it a nice warmth that is a good touch . but for the most part this hides the alcohol with the bitterness of the coffee and the sweet of the cocoa m big bold thick and chewy . nice and silky smooth . perfect level of carb to help bring this out on the palette . o very solid stout . i wish the nose was a bit stronger but man does it hit you with the taste . coffee is bold and in your face . the coffee is a touch out of balance because of the sheer volume but that is the point and i respect it and approve . smooth and a sipper for sure . and after the bottle is gone . yeah it is maybe .,aroma,0.6,1
what a treat bottle acquired via trade with jchow many thanks for this unique find . my bottle does n t look like what is pictured above but i still believe this is the appropriate review for this beer . a completely dark poured like syrup with virtually no head on the pour despite a vigorous splash for the last rd of a glass . a bottle might be a little low on carbonation . . s wow . huge smell of chocolate syrup and rich sweet bourbon . i ve never smelled this particular combination in a beer before . i m officially intrigued . t another wow . huge flavors of sweet sweet chocolate . the high alcohol content gives this guy a spice that gives it similarities to a good rich brandy . toffee like flavors and a hint of caramel on the finish . this guy is sweet then roasty then warm and syrupy as the taste moves through with each swallow . m despite the age i think the spice and alcohol still gives this beer a light tingle in the mouth . the finish is syrupy and thick . d i think drinkability is the most subjective of the categories . for me i always judge drinkability by how easily the bottle goes down and if i d like to have another one of the exact same thing right after it the next day ect . that s where this guy really struggles for me . it had an amazing nose and it just explodes with rich sweet and spicy flavors in your mouth . and for that it merited big scores for smell taste and mouthfeel . the first ounces were awesome . but over time as i worked through the glass this just became a chore for me to finish . it s got a big sweet spicy flavor . just so much so that it s not terribly drinkable . i really enjoyed trying it but i would not want to have a nd one back to back or even another one later this week .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a . oz bottle into a belled beer glass . rather a non traditional label with pretty green hops and green fingerprints and a little blurb about the beer and brewery . robotic looking additional label says it was brewed in apr maybe and is best enjoyed by apr . the beer is a robust golden orange with a tan head which is fluffy but leaves no lacing . very strong smells of pineapple and pirate beers waft away from the glass . there is caramel yeast and citrus along with the sea like the belgian pirate themed beers i have tried . the taste is tangy malty sweet and bitter but without a heap of hoppy bite . i kinda dig the malty sweet balance and friendly lack of strong aftertaste . the tang is abundant and enjoyable . i like the moderate carbonation in spite of my noted penchant for lots of bubbles . the body is full and silky with a tinge of dryness . i could drink this in excess but it is not a gulper by any means . the . abv is not obvious but it has a fruitiness that begs more to be enjoyed than imbibed . i like it and hope to find more beer from this norwegian brewery . cold weather seems to encourage the brewing gene . slainte .,aroma,1.0,1
a copper not at all translucent head immediately disappears s fruity at first all spice cinnamon hibiscus smells a little like apple cider with other fruit notes t lemon citrus alcohol taste in the mid palate nothing too crazy here a little tart not too spicy or bitter m very carbonated very refreshing kind of boring,aroma,0.9,1
bottled on date stamped on neck . oz poured into a duvel tulip . appearance slightly hazy light amber body . big white head with low stick and retention . smell musky corn . like an american adjunct lager . no other discernible smells . pretty boring and bland . taste strong alcohol in the body with a surprisingly smooth finish . mouthfeel . lots of flavor . dark over ripe fruit . corn . mouthfeel harsh astringency in the body but finishes clean and smooth . overall drinkability depends what you re in the mood . this beer has a big kick in the middle so if that s what you re looking for .,aroma,0.4,0
a this beer had a golden hue with decent lacing . nothing special s huge ginger spice with a large backup of malt . hint of almond and lemon t huge sweetness that dies off gradually . sweetest beer i can remember . spicy and compliments the smell . m thin and smooth carbonation does not come in to play which may be from the age . mouth dries out at the end . d this beer is very drinkable . alcohol is very moderate . final thoughts this beer leaves you wanting more . with the dry ending you ca n t help but take another sip . i like it .,aroma,1.0,1
just was n t what i was hoping for . i expected it to be a bit hoppier or something but it just was n t my favorite brew . kind of disappointing to me . i knew it was gon na be belgian and thats fine but it just seemed weak to me . not sure why but i was n t able to come up with anything epic about it .,aroma,0.8,1
presentation oz . bomber love their designs . appearance poured thick slightly yellowish head with big squirmy bubbles . dissipates to thin film after a few minutes . deep red slightly brownish translucent hue . really nice color . smell decent malty pale ale aroma . very much like an average pale ale actually . mouthfeel light medium bodied beer . perhaps a little oily after awhile possibly because of the pepper but nothing offensive . taste good carbonation up front slight chipotle spiciness already . good hoppy chili spice up front . balanced moderate malty sweetness and slight aromatic but hardly bitter hopiness at the back of the mouth . then the chipotle really takes over leaving a decently hot spicy taste all over the mouth and lips . a little bit of the sweetness lingers as well feeling a bit odd with the chipotle . hint of bitterness also lingers at the back of the mouth . interesting combination . suprisingly well balanced chipolte hotness with an otherwise average ale taste . definitely drinkable but do n t expect a refreshing cold one or anything .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into a pilsner glass . what freshness date . the pour is almost golden with two fingers white head . the head is gone quickly and there is very little lacing . there is little smell but what i can catch is sweet with a tiny bit of spice . something in there reminds me of budweiser . the sweetness continues into the taste but the spice goes by the wayside in favour of some grassiness . some metallic flavour is present as well . there is very little bitterness and as the name states the finish is dry not so sure about the super part . mouthfeel is light and watery . carbonation is high which fits with the style . drinkability suffers because of the lingering metallic taste . i am glad that i have only the one bottle . this beer is a prime example of higher cost not always giving better product . i bought this thinking it would have more to offer than other japanese beers i ve had . i definitely will not be trying this again .,aroma,0.4,0
a treat from the good folk at oregon trail . she s a touch cloudy and appears an amber color not really brown i d say nonetheless brilliant on the carbonation side . the smell is intoxicating a hint of bourbon vanilla oak floral hops a bit of a burn no malt . the olfactories belie the beer within however . bourbon tingles the tongue first then vanishing . its absconding reveals a plain perhaps infected beer . there is a tartness here not altogether unpleasant but a bit out of the ordinary . what would more time have done . the hops finish it off with a quick burst of flowers and citrus and leave the mouth a bit dry . a bit disappointing especially after the bourbon porter and the aroma of this one . my thoughts on the origin of this beer just a guess perhaps i am mistaken is that this is some pale or ipa that did n t turn out just great a little infected perhaps and a barrel previously used for the porter was reused for this purpose . this would explain the light color from what i recall quite a shade lighter than their usual brown and the funkiness that dwells within . regardless these are good people making good beers their bourbon barrel porter an especial example . i wish to try it now i remember it being my favorite beer from my last rodeo through the nw quadrant of oregon .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a ounce bottle into a sam adams perfect pint glass . beer pours a coppery amber with a faint head that quickly recedes and leaves a generous amount of lacing . in my opinion racer is one of the best smelling beers on the market . one whiff revels a cascade of piney and citrus hops aroma . it s the quintessential west coast ipa aroma . taste is highlighted by an aggressive hops bitterness but is balanced out my the malt . medium bodied mouthfeel . for a beer topping out at . racer is ridiculously drinkable . in my opinion this one of the best ipas available at the moment . it never fails to deliver .,aroma,1.0,1
oz brown bottle with a cryptic on the back along with a statement that this brew is a blend of different malts . sweet . pitch black opaque beer with a finger thick creamy coffee colored tight bubbled lace . sticky lace . nice retention . roasted aroma of chocolate sweet coffee and a slight cinnamon bun finish . oxidation . whoa . this brew has got one hella creamy mouthfeel . it s very smooth with a fluffy thickness on the palate . malts are very complex with a roasted molasses twang oxidized sherry wood chocolate brownies burnt edges baked raisins hints of prune coffee syrup suggestions of toffee and a dry ish chocolate grain finish . notes of a mixed bag of baking spices . alcohol becomes more noticeable warming as the beer warms gets a bit prickly which also pulls out more of the oxidized sherry characters . hop bites through along side the roasty twang with a light citric character . lingers dry with notes of wet cardboard . a wicked tasty brew but like most bell s beers that i ve tried it s far too oxidized and kills what would otherwise be an devastatingly delicious twist on the style .,aroma,0.6,1
a pale orange body with a srong carbonation element . the head is minimal and white . s sweet citrus hops aroma . there are also hints of banana and apricot . t the hops are tose consisting of bitter citrus and subtle black licorice . m the feel is a bit on the coarse side and can be felt mainly on the top middle and outside back of my tongue . this is not a bad brew by any means . i like the flavor and am very impressed by the aroma it offers . as for a sessionable ipa i think this may be one . give it a try .,aroma,0.9,1
aroma mild malt and trace of apple . there is an appealing scent that is just too subtle for me to name in there as well . hints of spice as well . the closest i could come was powdered sugar but that just doesn t make any sense . appearance painfully clear so pale that i m afraid it won t have any backbone . formed a respectable head of tiny white bubbles that quickly faded into a weak ring but carbonation lasted well into the beer . flavor the balance is on the malt which is technically out of style for a pilsner . there is only the smallest hint of hops deep in the aftertaste but there is enough to keep the malt from being unpleasantly syrupy . mouthfeel for the light taste a hefty mouthfeel which again is out of style here . no hop pucker at all . overall impression this beer tastes great . my only beef is that it just doesn t say pilsner to me . maybe closer to a dortmunder export in style . if you are in the style smyle camp i can only say this beer is good but fairly bland . i also found it fairly filling which counts against drinkability . i love north coast beers but this one just didn t float my boat .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap st ammendment san francisco ca from notes pilsner glass w watermelon wedge . not too cloudy amber color . slightly bitter . really standard american wheat profile if subpar . the watermelon wedge rescues this significantly although maybe they had to tone down the wheat to balance with the fruit . i dont know . fun to drink though very light summer y .,aroma,0.9,1
. oz bottle ahh my first ara since having it on draught at de dolle . out of the bottle it pours a slightly hazy brown orange color with lots of rising carbonation and a monster of a white head . the nose is incredible as it is with many of de dolle beers . big floral esters mint lemon sweet malts and subtle but detectable hops . its hard to define the taste of ara so crisp and refreshing yeast and malt invade first nothing overwhelming just a nice flow of light flavor it falls off midway leaving the bright fruitiness and moderate hop bite . it sports a medium body with lots and lots and lots of tiny carbonation bubbles . amazing brew perfect for summertime actually this is drinkable anytime . beware of the burps .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to masterski for providing this at our esb fail . showdown . a pours an odd looking orangish reddish brown . just seems like an artificial color for some reason . little bit of yellow on the edges . no stick or ring at all on my pour although masterski showed a fine ring on his . s something of a fail here on the smell . a strange sulphur like smell hit me at first actually thought i was smelling something else . caramel malts are primarily in the light smelling profile . t this is really boring and average . caramel malts some sort of lighter sweet fruit taste . a bit of honey tastes kind of like honey water just nothing going on here . m english style carbonation soft and lighter bodied . appropriate for the style . d this is just a boring beer that is easy enough to get down but not particularly good . do n t want this again .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to imperialhopper for sending this along in a trade an amazing beer and i m really digging the couple of offerings i ve had from terrapin at this point . pour is from the bottle to a snifter . appearance pour is darkest brown near black starts with a finger dark tan head that fades immediately to nothing but a faint whisp in the center and a thin ring around the surface body is opaque and there is spotty and loose lacing left on the sides of the glass . smell oh my . amazingly strong smells of syrupy semi sweet chocolate and very deep roasty and toasty malts smells like very fresh brewed espresso . actually the freshness of the smell is really quite intense . taste very burnt and roasty malt characteristics that are reminiscent of fresh brewed espresso and grounds faint flavors of semi sweet baking chocolate i have to admit this would be an amazing morning drink . mouthfeel body is moderately thick but not quite as thick as other imperials like old rasputin carbonation is farly strong for an imperial but it s quite smooth and creamy fair stick is left on the roof of the mouth gums are left tingly and the belly is left pretty warm from the . abv . drinkability i could smell this beer all day and the flavors are quite solid and fresh abv is a bit high and it does sit a tad heavy but i could easily get through a couple of these in a sitting .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a slightly murky pale straw body with almost no head . s sweet malts corn and honey . t the honey comes through pretty strong with a sweet corn flavor following . finishes with a scotch like bitterness . m pretty standard good level of carbonation good cold . d again pretty average . so far probably one of my favorite lagers to have with indian food .,aroma,0.8,1
a rocky light tan head sits full and fluffy leaving some lace as it slowly fades . body is a pure amber sap in color . nose has some citrus rind soapy alchol and prickley pine but all relatively soft . a nice mix of crisp approachable hops and fruity citrus based sweet sour feel enter the mouth on first sip . hops turn creamy on the back of the tongue as you continue to drink . malt balance is really there also . bitter does develop on the mouthfeel but it is pleasant . super easy to drink very well made ipa . would have been close to a . if the nose was a little more developed .,aroma,0.6,1
ok had heard good things about this stuff though had been frightened to try malt liquor again after many bad bad hangovers when i first came to usa with the bought in the z steel colored can . says extra malted barley and select hops for extra gravity ah well the appearance of this malt liquor when poured into a glass i know its heresy malt liquor is best straight outta da bottle covered in a brown bag is pretty good.nice golden colour there was a massive foamy head for a second or two but it did leave a ring . afraid the smell is horrid.brings back the old english hangovers yuk . taste however is way better than oe i actually tasted some descent malt in here better than many beers that would pretend to look down on this.like other reviewers the taste actually gets a little better when it warms a tad.not like the usual malt liquor.actually its a pretty good taste . i m warming to this beer.also the alcohol warmth actually feels good. mouthfeel is average lager beer though above average malt liquor . for something so strong and a malt liquor this is very drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
ml poured into a chalice appearance beer pours a magnificent caramel colour with white head smell i m not picking up too much here except for a bready aroma taste faint citrus flavor to go along with an aftertaste of the aroma which is reminiscent of baked bread mouthfeel approppriate carbonation makes this a pretty smooth drinking beer slight sweetness on the finish no detection of the alcohol whatsoever which may be a good or a bad thing depending upon your perspective my first sample of this dutch company s offerings and i have to say that this was a good brew that i d be willing to revisit .,aroma,0.6,1
i changed the oil in my car this past weekend and the oil coming out of the crankcase was no less black or viscous than this beer . this is about as black as beer gets . no light makes its way through the glass not even the edges . the head is frothy and dark tan . sticks to the sides but settles down into a thin skim in only a few minutes . the smell is huge . there s a lot of beer in this beer . roasted barley dry cocoa a bit of sourness which i thought was strange . the taste and mouthfeel are where this beer shines . the taste is n t as kick you in the teeth scratch your tastebuds dry and roasty as i expected . it s smooth and a bit sweet . coffee beans are quite pronounced in the taste as is some bakers chocolate . the mouthfeel is the creamiest thing i ve ever tasted . it s velvety smooth . drinkability is quite good considering the density of flavors and the high abv . there s just something a bit funky about the smell .,aroma,0.6,1
spied this at the store i searched out to get the double bastard and being a fan of other lambics i had to try it . a pours about the brightest red i ve ever seen . not much head but that could be due to the size of the sample pint oz . bottle split four ways . s smells like a typical lambic but not a very strong cherry scent as i was expecting . t ooh . really really really sour . too sour for my liking . m light body . do n t want to keep it in my mouth too long though because it s so sour . d nope . i just ca n t get past the sourness . if sourness is what you like in a lambic then this is certainly the beer for you . personally though i ll take a lindemann s any day of the week .,aroma,0.7,1
man this is a big looking beer . pours a very cloudy and dark brown . large head with an almost yellow tone to it . aroma is overwhelming like a dipa . raisins are the first to be noticed followed by strong vanilla and rum some chocolate and caramel very sweet and a lot of alcohol in the smell making this an imposing brew . taste is surprisingly restrained no cloying aspect or diesel fuel like taste that makes you think this is some glorified paint thinner . it really is an amped up version of the raison d etre . a soft rum flavor is the most dominant for me lingering sweetness some vanilla and light chocolate . big alcohol warming eventually hits but its very nice and not jarringly acerbic . a damn fine brew . easily the most drinkable over percenter i have ever had though that is small company . a definite sipper for the home but well worth the effort .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a copper gold well carbonated with a three finger rocky and creamy tan head left webs of lacing . but it went downhill from there the weakest of the wachusett offerings that i have had . citrus and earthy hop in the aroma . roasted malt butter butterscotch caramel a bit of red apple in the sweet taste . but it did n t come together . medium bodied a bit oily .,aroma,0.4,0
still trying to get my cheaks to stop puckering after this one . the flavor was like sour grapes with vinegar notes . the aroma was sour and vinegary with a slightly sweet fruity background . the burgundy body is topped by a medium thick off white head with a good amount of lace . full bodied dry and slightly warming .,aroma,0.6,1
black and inky . thick mocha head with great looking thick lace . looks delicious . hard to pull much out of the nose . served in an imperial pint glass which is the wrong choice of glassware as i see it hindering the smell . there is however some dark chocolate aromas anise some hop and roasted malts . well i m not sure if they got a mislabled keg on this one but if this is n t barrel age i m fooled or maybe intoxicated . it has all the characteristics of a barrel aged beer . thick sweet coconut flavors with a toasty oak background . very well integrated . finish is mediocre but leaves you wanting your next sip . too be honest i was n t crazy about this beer from bottle but on draught it s a whole different ball game . overly desirable brew . will be here for the next week till it s gone . mouth is round and somewhat bitter . a very dry finish . i could drink this till i pass out .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into tulip glass.dark yellow with quickly dissappeared head . looks like apple juice . smells of citrus.and formaldahyde . tastes of sour patch kids with a dose of laffy taffy . definately an acquired taste that i m not sure i have acquired but is good for style . definately a slow sipping beer. not for sessioning . since my beer no head with minimal lacing i will try another once i have the chance . but taste wise my beer tasted fresh .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from bottle into pint glass a clear light yellow with fingers of foam that are sticky s kind of a grassy smell reminds me of budweiser t not a lot of flavor but crisp and clean again reminds me of budweiser . m smooth and light body with little carbonation d better then bud or miller but not that impressed .,aroma,0.4,0
a black as night and no light passes through . not a lot of head but what forms stays around . s awesome on my nose well hopped . one of the best . t catching some bitterness from the heavy hops which were present in the aroma . the alcohol is present for me . m soft to the mouth . d the offering is a good black ipa however i d preer a bit more balance on the hops to malt .,aroma,1.0,1
received as an extra in a trade . thanks chris . pours a hazy light amber with a fluffy two finger tall off white head . a lot of oily lacing are left on the sides of the glass as the head subsides . the nose on this one is very strong . some pineapple orange zest and grapefruit along with some floral and piney notes . if this tastes as good as it smells i m in for a sweet citrusy treat . the taste is unfortunately not as juicy as the nose might suggest . i was expecting a citrus hop bomb but got a much more balanced beer . the citrus notes are there but not in dominating form that the nose implied . the first thing i noticed was the malt backbone before the hops took over . mouth feel is smooth and slightly oily . light carbonation . drinkability is high since this is n t excessively bitter or overly sweet . a solid ipa .,aroma,1.0,1
the apricot flavor is a little too strong for me . but it is refreshing,aroma,1.0,1
pours a two finger white head that goes slowly leaving a good lace . clear golden color . good carbonation and medium bodied . slight malty nose . starts mellow with some sweetness finish is more malt than hop with no aftertaste . keeps well bought . expensive . for a oz flip top bottle from hoosick street discount bev . troy ny .,aroma,0.6,1
the ml stubby brown bottle was opened and after pouring the beer looked clearer than typical foe the style . the body was reddish brown in color and the head that sat atop was steady at a thickness of two fingers thanks to the duvel tulip i had selected for the occasion . the aroma was simply fantastic . sweet candy sugar cherries white pepper and leather were present in the smell is quite abundant quantities . the taste couldnt quite deliver the complexity that the nose promised . the yeast had pretty much consumed all simple sugars leaving this beer rather dry and peppery . the body was also a little thin and couldnt quite keep up with the alcohol . citric sourness tang remained however making it hard to really dislike . i suppose one could consider this a pale ale in a dark disguise . spices were quite up front but did not overwhelm . this was well made but fell short of the lofty heights reached by its other compatriots .,aroma,0.9,1
finally tried this . i have come to like sam s boston lager and am a huge fan of their ales . oz bottle poured ok half the head i usually get from bl . very nice looking darker than i expected . laced well . smell . maybe i have a sinus infection or something or had the beer too cold but i could hardly smell anything . the faint aromas i got were plesant but i did n t really smell much . again . what taste . i guess i will have to try some macro swill again so that i realize that not all beer has flavor . i may have to try this again some time in the summer and re review . mouthfeel was really good for a light beer . liked the carbonation and felt richer than it tasted . drinkability . definitely not a drain pour but i d rather have something with more flavor . choice between this and lite or bud light this wins but i prolly wont buy it again unless i really do have no smell due to sinus .,aroma,0.4,0
bottled a pours a dark brown ale little to no head formation . able to agitate a decent quilt of latte head . this dissipates quickly . spotty lacing . s phenols banana ester . not sure why they released this beer . it s a mess . comes out way too hot . hints of anise . t astringent alcoholic . wow on first taste i m considering pouring this one . bitter sharp chemical . not good at all . m thin for the style with medium carbonation . slicks palate with thick coat . not a bad feel but out of place nonetheless . d very very poor . i just poured this out . horrible example . the brewer s should have their wages cut for this one . embarrassing for widmer .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a oz bottle into a sam adams pint glass this pale ale poured a bright amber orange color with just a few little specks whirling around . there was a beautiful fluffy cream colored two finger head that lingered for around minutes . there was some light lacing left on the glass . the aroma was of mostly citrus hops . orange lemon and grapefruit were the frontrunners with hints of pineapple and maybe a touch of pine bringing up the rear . this beer smells really really good . i ve had ipa s that did n t have this much hop aroma going on . i ve been looking forward to this part taste . well its not quite what i expected . i mean its good . very good in fact . but it almost feels like the aroma wrote a check the flavor ca n t cash . i m getting grassy green hops some light citrus and just enough balancing malts to well balance things out . this beer is crisp clean and refreshing . i just ca n t grade it higher than a though because theres not quite enough of what i like in it . the mouthfeel of this beer was good . i would n t call it watery but i would n t say its like maple syrup either . it finishes clean with just enough residual bitterness to remind you to take another drink . it has light to moderate carbonation and just enough sugar to make my lips just a tad sticky . drinkability . omfg . seriously . keep em coming . if this was readily available in my area it would be my go to beer . for the style three floyds knocked this one out of the park .,aroma,1.0,1
the beer departs the ounce bottle a beclouded yellowish orange with an exorbitant creamy white head that slowly fades away the resultant lace a nice occluding sheet upon the glass . nose has a big citrusy grassy flowery aroma the malt sweet crisp and clean . start is sweet at the front with the malt pronounced and the hops spicy top is medium in feel . finish has an invigorating hop spiciness the acidity agreeable with the hop spicy aftertaste permanently bolted to the palate .,aroma,1.0,1
burgundy colored beer with a super thick densely creamy head that lasts really well . some nice elements in the nose a touch of smoke apple grapefruit but it s mostly very unpleasant shows a lot of oxidation dullness and even a light manure note . flavor is very dull and oxidized with cardboard notes and a light note of manure . has a pleasant caramel like sweetness with some fruit notes . not crazy about aged american barley wines as i think they tend to oxidize too quickly and this is another example that validates my opinion . not enjoyable basically a drainpour .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance almost no head on this one very fine lacing left basically black in appearance smell very clear smell of vanilla and caramel almost like a werthers original even smelled like a glass of amaretto to an extent taste sweet . but it did remind me of a creme brulee with the strong taste of a sweet caramel mixed with a heavy dose of vanilla mouth feel some thickness could have been thicker drinkability way too sweet so it loses pts in for drinkability between two people we could n t finish the glass due to the sweetness of this one .,aroma,1.0,1
this one is named in response to poe s story the hop frog . also it seems different from the other ipas listed for bullfrog so i feel justified in adding it as a new entry . it is cloudy yellow in color which is not a great look for an ipa . however as i lean in to take a whiff it becomes almost painfully apparent that this is a for sure ipa . some hairs burned up in my nostrils but no worries cauterization is good . yow . the beer has a very creamy mouthfeel with a great tang on the tongue . the citrus grapefruit flavor absolutely abounds in the mouth on the finish in the aftertaste . wonderful .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a ml . bottle . appearance pours looks like a cola . fingers worth of head that bubble and disappear . smell strong molasses sugar caramel and nuts . taste cola ish a bit with molasses cookies and gingerbread . sweet . mouthfeel not too much feel . watery and short lived . overall nice smell average taste but the rest is forgettable . better malt options .,aroma,0.8,1
this brew certainly has its time and place . as unremarkable as it is pounding a few of these while eating a burger at your local bar is certainly an experience to savor . like most macros its easy going down and unappealing in scent or appearence . however its taste is better than most beers in its class and its affordability is always for me a factor .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a ml bottle into an imperial pint glass . a brown and yellow cloud . poured with an inch or two of thick white head . s very sour and thick . smells nothing like it tastes . t sharp at the beginning giving way to an incredibly smooth finish . the aftertaste is citrusy and wheaty but finished almost like a hefeweizen with banana . m a little thin but in a good way . carbonated and light . d incredible summer beer . perfect for an evening . this beer is the best witbier i have had . it s much smoother than others i have tried and i really like the hint of banana finish on the end . will definitely buy again .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle . poured into my sierra nevada bulb glass . appearance pours a pitch black with a one finger dark tan colored creamy looking head . smell roastiness hints of coffee dark chocolate . taste a little too bitter hoppy off the bat for me . along with the hoppiness is a good dosage of booze . after the initial hop hit there is the nice roasty flavors from the nose with a lingering aftertaste of coffee and dark chocolate . i feel like this has a lot of potential but it needs some age to calm down . tone down the booziness first and foremost secondly those hops need to blend into the malt more . mouthfeel nice and thick and creamy . a little bit more carbonation bite than i normally like . overall i was hoping it would be better than it was however i think this beer has some enormous aging potential . i was surprised at how boozy it was especilly with no real booze scents coming from the nose . i might pick up another bomber or two just to test the ageability in the coming years . . a bomber is the right price to experiment with .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from an ml bottle into a cigar city snifter globe . appearance pours a dark cola brown with a finger bubbly dark tan head . nice head retention and lacing . smell sweet roasted malt vanilla and french oak . taste very dark roasted malt and a touch of whiskey up front followed by very strong woody notes and the flavor of what i would imagine black tar would taste like in the middle before ending with espresso and bitterness at the finish . aftertaste is very woody and bitter . not really enjoyable for me . mouthfeel medium bodied with a decent amount of carbonation . the tannins really dry out the mouth . drinkability low drinkability . i would n t want another glass . overall below average beer overall . i definitely prefer the original jose marti . it s the least drinkable ccb beer i ve tried . i ca n t recommend this one especially since it was for the bottle at ccb this weekend . i feel a little shortchanged .,aroma,0.8,1
i retired this after several years . still did not quite impress me . a little messy . a nice brown cola color with spotted head intermittent . s best feature . aroma of bananas clove and bubble gum t caramelized sugar sour mash banana m a bit sour as you drink through the bottle like an underripe banana cloying sweetness d becomes monotonous the more you drink of it . i would recommend splitting with a friend . alcohol not high enough to really give you a kick . just a little too sweet sour for my liking .,aroma,0.9,1
picked this up at sunharvest in austin . a friend of mine grabbed a pack of sam adams noble pils better choice . a golden color clear and uniform throughout . head was one to two fingers and dissipated into a thin foamy line pretty quickly . s good smell a bit of the hops and malt . kind of smells like an ipa t taste was initially promising with a slight hop taste to it . unfortunately it finishes without much else . on the swallow there is a bit of a bock malty taste but not much . not a bad taste just not very much depth . m decent level of carbonation with light mouth feel . d not a terrible beer nothing to write home about . i found the aftertaste slightly unpleasant but otherwise unremarkable . i was not very impressed but also not completely disgusted . all in all and average beer .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours sub pale straw beer with a little active carbonation and a bright white head . the head actually does n t look that bad really textured and firm on top . very clear . s stale . as soon as i opened the bottle the air was filled with the smell of stale rice and beer though i know this one is pretty fresh . it just smells like the morning after a frat party . i really do n t want this to be a drain pour but i think it will be . t this may honestly be the most tasteless beer i ve ever drank . as it sits on my tongue i really get nothing it s only when i swallow i get a little tinge of bmc style bitterness . i m really quaffing this beer and i get nothing at all from it . i ve tasted water from the tap with more flavor than this . m like water absolutely . really nothing going on here at all . d very high . i do n t know where it ll get you but it s just like drinking water . low carbonation and everything .,aroma,0.4,0
i could not have more than one of these in a sitting without a long break . i think i might even enjoy just smelling this beer as opposed to drinking it actually . pours a pure copper amber . you could read a book through it if warm . not too much of a head so pour it however you like it . minimal lacing as well a hint at the fact that it does n t taste too sugary or starchy . smells profoundly of pumpkin pie before you ve had a sip although the first sip indoctrinates you . built on a malty brown ale base the spices fill this beer out but all pumpkin ales are inherently unbalanced because of this imo . you have a great variety of tastes in the same spectrum competing and there s just no way to let one win out even slightly . the finish is great but there s just something overwhelming about the initial taste that bugs me . a beer to drink a few times every fall . get a four pack and introduce some friends to it . it s better than most of the other attempts at pumpkin ale . maybe the fact that i typically skip the pumpkin pie at thanksgiving has something to do with it . if that s your bag however definitely check this one out . this is one case where dh s overattention to detail definitely pays off .,aroma,1.0,1
this brew makes an impression that s for sure this bottle is the vintage if i m reading the bottle correctly . swirling it around in my goblet the word viscous somes to mind . a good long washing was necessary after i was done . not a bubble left . i could smell this from across the room . potent begins to describe it . very difficult to be objective with something like this . dense raisin juice port sherry cooking wine soy sauce . all these come to mind . very very difficult to drink at first but it got easier to drink as time went on . a beer experience that s for sure . definately not bland and boring . i m glad i got to try some .,aroma,0.9,1
ml poured into a unibroue tulip a clear gold thin ring of foam with bubbles clinging to the sides . s very intense yeast smell somewhat overpowering but the tart aroma makes my mouth water . i also smell something savory and herby like sausage . t sweet and herby not nearly as tart as it smell . quite mild . somewhat citrusy but more like orange juice than hops . m crisp watery refreshing . a little zesty but not biting as the bubbles would suggest . d smooth interesting and delicious . the sausage like smell puts me off a little but i think it would work well with a hearty dinner . i ca n t get over how mild the yeast taste ends up after that intense smell but not breathing in through my nose transforms it from intense and weird to delicious and fun .,aroma,0.6,1
disclaimer it has recently been brought to my attention that the beer i consumed in this ontasp review was from last years release . i have since had it fresh and it is not even similar . great brew as always had this beer quite a bit last year . this year i m very let down by it . what the fuck happened to the hops . . . . . . poured into a pub glass forming just around an inch of off white head . lace is sticky draping over the entire surface of the glass all the way down . the beer is transparent in a brownish copper amber with golden hues when held to light . aroma is extra malty caramel brown sugar just a touch of chocolate drifting through the background . really no hops at the knose . i m very upset by this this beer was amazing last year with thunderous amounts of aroma and flavor hops . aroma now is subdued with really not much going on . taste is all malt caramel and very very minuscule amounts of orange peel and pine . i am absolutly dissatisfied with the changes . although it is still not a terrible beer it is not even the same beer it is nothing like it was before and i cant understand how they even thought it would be ok to brew it under the same name if it is not the same beer . i looked forward to this thing all summer and now its finally here what a let down . i ordered one more just to make sure it was the right one or maybe a bad pour . i even bought a pack on my way home to make sure . but nope its been changed .,aroma,0.4,0
cheers to errantnight for this one . pours an effervescent bronze with a finger of pearl colored head . above average head retention lacing s lemony with white pepper orange peel t follows the nose also some breadyness candi sugar apple peels general spiceyness up front . fruittyness lemons dominate as this warms along with white pepper orange peel . this reminds me as much of a wit as a saison so i will deduct half a point for that . i am picking up more the advertised spices once way warm . finishes with apple peel lemony herbal hops a lovely spiceyness just a bit of grapefruit at the apex mf medium bodied lively carbonation very nice balance superb drinkabilty i could stay on this all night .,aroma,1.0,1
only bottles of this beer are produced so i am happy i could try it . when we popped the bottle it already became clear that there would not be too much carbonation on this one . poured into a de molen sniffer . the beer pours a beautiful dark color with absolutely no head and or carbonation . smell great nose full of dark chocolate slight sour cherry bourbon and vanilla taste great taste as well this beer is very complex and still very balanced . also here cherry and dark chocolate dark sugar and bourbon . mouthfeel absolutely no carbonation . medium thick . overall i have very mixed feelings about this beer . the smell and taste are wonderful for me it seems an attempt of the molen to produce their own cuvee delphine from struise . these beers seem very similar . but . as jeffo also mentioned again no carbonation . this is such a pity . this could have be a world class beer if it would just have a bit of it . unfortunately it is as flat as water,aroma,0.9,1
from colorado to the foodery in philly to me in ca perhaps the long route but that s what it takes to buy beer sometimes . first time drinking anything from this brewery . pours beautiful big pillows of foam that coat the glass full malty looking orange body and light carbonation . smell is weird like the stalest hops i ve ever come across . sweet malty alcohol smell too . smells heavy . at first i really hated the taste but i warmed up to it a little bit as time went by . not your typical xipa . the beer tastes old and stale and it tastes like the hops were also very old when they were used . the ibu s are way over and i ve found over the years that my favorite xipa s are in the range . as time went on i began to see what the flavor was all about . very unique more along the british ipa tradition very different hop aroma . not that it assaults you it just tastes funny . the body is creamy and sweet . note once the funny tastes go away the aftertaste is actually really nice and lasts over minutes . my first instict was to dump it down the drain but i m kinda glad i did n t once my palate adjusted . it was still just okay but it was a different kind of experience . it s clear that this would not hold it s own in a lineup of xipa s i would probably rate this last . i would out of curiousity drink this beer again . cheers .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle a a dark brown that allows alittle light through it . the head is small but retains for a while . s probably the most disappointing part of this beer the smell is so faint that i ca n t pick out any specific notes . t it taste lightly of hops then has a good hop finish a very clean taste . m i think it s very drinkable and it could easily be a session beer at . each,aroma,0.4,0
fl oz brown bottle with standard pressure cap acquired as part of a pyramid seasonal sampler pack at ralph s in los angeles california and served into a hefeweissbier glass at me gaff . reviewed live . a pours a four finger head of fair cream and thickness and good retention . colour is a hazy cloudy copper gold . appealing . sm apricot fruit ester hops . cream and wheat . wonderful aroma . really brilliantly done . moderate in strength but fascinating . t wonderful apricot fruit esters perfectly complement the wheat foundation . it s a bit simple but it s incredibly well built and balanced for the style . i do n t often see apricot weissbiers . this one is quite a success . mf smooth and wet suiting the flavours of the body . dr very easy to drink but do take caution not to serve it too cold or it could come off watery . it s priced very well for an out of state beer . i ll definitely be getting this one again . it s a real mid range gem .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle poured into a normal pint glass . a some significant lacing from not much head and quite active carbonation . a deep golden color . s floral spice aroma that is got a little bit of an off putting adjunct lager aroma . still a lot going on though . t warming alcohol with a bit of bitterness . definately a belgian yeasty flavor there . lacks much of any spice characteristic . m a denser mouthfeel then some other tripels i ve had . i m fine with a boozy beverage as long as there is something else there . this misses . o not a beer i ll be going back too . i ve loved some other victory belgian style beers before and this one did n t match my expectations .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into an imperial pint glass . color was a very pale golden hue with a thin white head that did n t last long . the head did leave a very small layer the entire beer . aroma reminded me of strawberry shortcake but more strongly of strawberry syrup from strawberry ice cream topping . taste had hints of strawberry but was mostly bland possibly white breadish . mouthfeel was very thin and watery with heavy carbonation levels . the bubbles tingled all over the entire mouth . easy to drink but the carbonation detracted and turned it into a summer sipper .,aroma,0.9,1
you re probably wondering where the s are coming from . well i m texan and i was weened on this stuff . as the other reviews stated its not a great beer . but it remains a standard in my fridge . i love this stuff . it pours very light yellow with a generous head of course its beer out of a can so there s always head . there s almost no nose to speak of . what is there is a light wheaty smell . to me it tastes like home . i m biased and i will be until i m put in the ground . if you re in texas and you have to drink macro do n t let the review foul you i drink local and micro when possible please give this one a try . it s cheaper than the big and has a lot more chacter . keep on drinkin,aroma,0.4,0
being east coast i ve never had a beer from oregon wine yes beer no . and i ve never had an amber in a can . so when receiving an ashland amber from a friend i was anxious to give it a go . a poured a perfect copper color into a th anniversary bell pint glass nice head retention and lacing s i smell nothing . nothing . t very smooth nothing harsh but lacking in character . little hop finish . i was expecting a bit more malt flavoring . m good and smooth . very approachable . d very easy drinking . half way thru and literally looking at it as a half empty bells pint glass i was wishing it was a bells amber .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle courtesy of zestar . . . pours cloudy bright yellow with white head . realy beautiful . aroma is funky lemony and maybe a little grassy . taste is tart . thin to medium bodied with a dry finish . this is just a solid offering from russian river .,aroma,1.0,1
from a bottle later in the night after stopping by their brewery . appearance is magenta with what seems to be a light pink bubbly head . it looks similar to a darker version of a rose champagne . the nose has cherries and some pear . while the taste has more of that it also has a tartness to it malts . it is a fairly sweet beer . aphrodite is both bubbly not then has a certain syrup texture in its finish . i enjoyed this new one from ommegang an interesting fruit beer .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a ounce bottle obtained in virginia . appearance uninteresting pale golden yellow . lackluster head and bubbles . smell sweet and cornlike akin to miller high life . i m disappointed thus far . taste begins to shine . begins with a nice mild hit of noble hops rolling into a clean refreshing lager . i was expecting some skunky element after smelling this beer but this was happily absent . mouthfeel good light body . inviting . leaves the palate clean . drinkability the taste more than overcomes the off smell . this beer goes down very easily . a very simple beer with a great taste . i could drink the end of a six pack of this as easily as the first bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a nice copper reddish with a big head with staying powere . lacing clings to the glass as it slowly recedes . wheta malts dominate . seem to detect a bit of smokiness . fruity on the palate . vanilla notes . sweet malts with a nice balance of hops but not dominate . the more i drink this one the worse it gets . very cidery for some reason .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a nice clear light brown color with very little head that disaperd quickley . this smelled like the kitchen while my mom bakes banana bread . this was sweet in the begining and malty at the end with a great banana flavor all the way through . this is a beer that i would love with sunday breakfast eggs bacon hashbrowns a cinniman rool some oj and one of theese beers . the purfict start to football day .,aroma,1.0,1
had a bottle of this given to me by a distributor at work . i had bought one a week before the new release so i know it was about a year old it tasted horrible the beer had definitely gone bad . i figured i would give the fresh one a shot glad i did . a exactly what i like to see cloudy golden and bottle conditioned goodness . s the smell is n t exactly pleasing at first then the orange peel and wheat flavors build up . definitely a summer brew . t carbonation and wheat flavors hit the palate first followed by a refreshing taste of orange peel and citrus that is well balanced . m lots of carbonation a bit of hops but a generally refreshing feel i could see me drinking this one on a day this summer . d i feel that this is one of the better seasonal summer brews and would recommend everyone to try .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a ml bomber into a snifter beer is bearing a best before end on the bottle which i find odd for a biere de garde . a mahogany with rich creamy head dissipating quickly . s caramel sweetness with hints of fruit and tobacco . t sweet in the extreme sweeter as it opens up . light and too thin in its flavor . aftertaste is hollowy sweet like diet soda . f thin almost limp . maybe this bottle is off . d on re consideration probably not as bad as i initially reacted but still could n t drink the whole glass . this beer was served at the recommended temperature but i found it only to be drinkable at temperatures signifigantly below and above the recommended serving and then not in large quantities . i have a suspicion my bottle was off . look forward to retrying at a future date if i come across this again .,aroma,0.8,1
consumed . appearance is clear medium gold . very small ring of white bubbles around glass edges . no aroma . the flavor imagine a hot belgian waffle with dried apples cinnamon and powdered sugar . a bit yeasty . not a world class effort but a strong showing . after all how many brewpubs even try this .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance was average . head was between white and off white . fully diminished head . body was cloudy and amber aroma was outstanding . moderate hoppiness and perfume . buckets of rye i love the rye . initial flavor had a light sweetness and light bitterness . texture was quite dry . overall this beer was very crisp dry sparkling and plenty of rye .,aroma,1.0,1
found a shelf of sisyphus at central market . had to try it out and see if i should go buy more of it . poured from the bottle into a great divide balloon glass on . the beer pours a hazy amber kith a nice white head that stays around for a while . nice head retention for the abv and apparent carbonation . the nose has some sweetness and faint hops but seems a bit muted . i do n t think i have a cold or anything . hrm . the taste is very nicely balanced . smooth citrusy american hops flow into the big boozy backbone . i m starting to taste a pileup of pine in the back of my throat . but it s not as pleasant as the initial bite . the weight of the beer in my mouth is great . one of my favorite parts of a good barleywine . i almost miss it when i swallow the gulp . when i looked up the abv my first thought was you re fucking with me . if that does n t say good things about the drinkability what would . in all this was a very enjoyable beer and i might have to pick up another bottle when i head back for groceries tomorrow night .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer is a oldfound glory . i ve always known it was solid but recently realized i like it a lot more than i originally thought . a goldish amber . thick white foamy head . abundant lacing . s floral and citrus hops . t floral notes cirtus fruit malty backbone . m full bodied . blanced and smooth . great palate cleanser . d so much flavor and so much fun . i need more of this in my life .,aroma,1.0,1
when i found out that terrapin was adding an ipa to it s portfolio i was very excited . as a resident of atlanta i always look forward to supporting local breweries . however i feel that terrapin missed the mark with this one . high points smell the smell out of the bottle is quite hoppy which raises your expectations on the taste of the beer . there is lots of citrus in the nose from the five hops . nice . appearance the beer is crystal clear with a nice foamy head . not a problem here . not so high points taste the taste of this beer just does n t measure up to the nice hop aroma and my expectations . the malt sweetness is a bit lacking and the hop flavor is n t quite enough for me either . it seems to me that this beer can not decide what it wants to be . it is n t a hop bomb like a stone beer and it does n t have a strong enough hop sweet malt mix to be a well balanced ipa think fort collins rocky mountain ipa or sweetwater ipa . i think that terrapin should have kicked up the hops and the malt in this one . i will probably buy it again but i can think of other ipa s that are superior .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance is watered down looking with a soap bubble head . taste is weak but odd at the same time with a mild rice sweetness . this is the kind of beer you can share with your friends because most do n t appreciate the imports anyway . i drank plenty of this is my younger days . when you look up headache in the dictionary it reads drink budweisers and take a nap .,aroma,0.2,0
how abut a review of this beer from someone who is not a total hophead . if you honestly review this beer as an ipa it is way over the top on bitterness . if you don t compare it to any style you still have to say that it is totally out of balance . i like lagunitas maximus at ibus but it has enough malt to make it work . if you re a hophead this beer may make your reach orgasm if not you may just find the bitterness stripping the enamel off of your teeth,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle poured into a pint glass . a two full fingers thick brown colored head . head receded somewhat slowly down to a consistent layer . this beer appeared almost black in the glass but definitely showed its true deep brown color off the pour . s chocolate dark berry esters . bittersweetness . t bitter chocolate character with just a hint of choco semi sweetness. along with some bitter coffee coming through in the aftertaste . smokey roasty character is prevelent with just a hint of roasty bite . light esters provide a hint of perceived sweetness . finishes dry . m moderate body proves to be very easy drinking . carbonation is medium level in line with expectations . d so very drinkable . this porter is very densely packed with choco roasty malt flavors while stil being easy and enjoyable to drink . thanks to dennis for bringing one down for me to try during our mexican dinner with tengwall .,aroma,0.6,1
i ve had this on tap followed by a growler purchase . someone need to stop the brown ale train in black mountain nc . this is easily the best brown i ve had in my ba days . it pours to a finger of egg shell colored head and a nice nutty aroma . the taste has a nice malt background that s edged out with a delicate hop after taste . this is a real winner . the drinkability is off the charts .,aroma,1.0,1
a little cheaper than other brews at the local shop maybe it ll be the underdog that pulls through the odds . pours an odd ruby red . i know i say ruby a lot but this one is n t just a little ruby when held to the light but its red pink odd for the style but unique enough to put it over a . head is finger just off white with a medium lacing staying behind . smell is very coffee ad roasted malts not much else . smells like many other porters i ve sniffed . still smells robust and worth a try . taste is quite thin and the coffee does n t hit until the after taste and then its not coffee beans but watered down starbucks . to tell the truth there is n t really any taste at all until the finish just a tiny hop bitterness that you feel more than taste . did i mention that chocolate never even comes up in this chocolate porter . not impressed . mouthfeel is light and carbonated . very poor for the style . leaves a sort of film in your mouth like after cheap wine . the thing that keeps this brew from getting a lower grade is that after two it would be like drinking well weak starbucks coffee . i paid . for this about as much as a starbucks grande coffee though slightly more enjoyable since there alcohol involved which you ca n t taste which is a plus . i would not recommend this beer unless its on tap for a pint . sorry bayhawk i really wanted to like this one .,aroma,0.7,1
oz ibu . yellow label . info on the label is all about food pairings sharp cheddar and chili how clever. nothing about the hops or beer itself . pours thick looks nice . golden brown with orange slightly hazy . thick frothy head and lots of sticky lace chunks . smells like a pine cone dipped in honey . smells like someone went a little nuts with the centennials . homebrewy nose . first sip starts nice enough woody a hint of orange peel dry with just enough malt and body. the pine starts following through and it s spicy . wait a minute it s not stopping . quickly becomes a mouthful of dirt and ass . leaves you with an earwaxy dry extremely unpleasant bitterness after each sip that does not go away . personally i am not the biggest fan of centennials and enjoy them most when used on a smaller single ipa scale two hearted etc. . well this is a ridiculous c bomb that is virtually undrinkable to me . i might not be able to finish this beer . i would say recommended for those of you who love the dryness and overall profile of centennial hops and can handle it in copious. no excessive amounts . otherwise this beer is an f ing disappointment after the stellar . riddler . .,aroma,0.8,1
i do n t usually like fruity beers especially one s involving raspberries in fact only apricots are a fruit that i liked in my beer . purple haze is a little different . i had it a while ago and still remember the name . i finally found a place that carried it in bottles . the smell is not overwhelming but the taste is perfectly mixed with a beer and raspberries . it s not overbearing and does not leave you with a fowl aftertaste . it s even good at room temperature . definitely recommend this brew .,aroma,0.6,1
weak in every sence of the word the wheat is to light i can berly taste the blackberrys i am not enteirly convinced that i am not drinking water i loved this beer in the past maby this is a bad batch . i do detect sour at the end at least their is somthing i can detect . i could down this like water or funnel this beer if i wanted to get trashed in a hury not a top sheilf beer,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . a pours a clear copper color . produced a fingers width of white head that reduced to a thin layer on top of the beer . s right at the front i was getting a bit of a metallic note that was not particularly welcomed . aside from that picked up some rye faint hint of hops and a light candied malt aroma . t much like the aroma the rye is upfront and lasts throughout . midway through some candy like malts are detectable leading the way to a miniscule amount of bittering hops . has a semi sweet finish with a considerable amount of rye . m light bodied with good carbonation . left the palate semi dry . d flavors were a little too one dimensional with the rye making this one a little rough around the edges and unrefined . was a little hard to go back for each sip . overall not that great of a rye pale ale . they should have given up on the pale ale portion of this beer and just made it a straight rye beer .,aroma,0.4,0
picked this up in westborough mass at julio s . caught my eye when i saw stone and alchemist collaborating . the excitement turned out to be warranted because this was an excellent beer . it makes me want to try heady topper even more so than i already do . right when i opened it the first wiff was a great strong smell of piney hops . outstanding smell . the freshness was still there . nice fresh feel and taste . a good balance of a fruit grapefruit . as well as that hops that i smelled .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance arrives with a pitch black color and a mocha head that declines to a ringlet and leaves minimal lacing behind smell smells like cuban coffee with a sweet coffee tone that is underpinned by a lot of vanilla taste up front it s not dissimilar to a sweet cuban coffee although there is more chocolate and vanilla after the swallow the chocolate is joined by the coffee though the finish is dominated by the sweet residual vanilla flavor and the burnt caramel topping of the creme brulee mouthfeel medium body with moderate carbonation drinkability i am wowed by the flavor here much less cloying than southern tier yet still a bit sweet to drink in quantity,aroma,1.0,1
reddish copper color with a big light tan head . strange aroma that i can not quite place not very interesting maybe malt maybe hops hmm not sure . light and malty with a hint of roast in the finish but then disappears.not much happening here it s finish is ever so slightly bitter and somewhat soapy . not really recommended .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a mug . black color with almond almost white head . little foam little lace . smell is of roasted malt . some sweet malt smoke like almost but not quite . slightly bland . sweet malt no real bitter hop flavor . hint of smoke . medium body overall this was an ok porter not terrific but not bad by any means . give it a try once if its reasonable .,aroma,0.4,0
looks great smells great campfire char bacon fat and woodsap but fails to deliver any real smoke flavor in the palate or the finish . it tastes pleasantly malty and toasty but the smoke is too subdued to have any real presence . the in famous heavy rogue hopping is also missing in action . quite disappointing for the style although it would make a fine amber ale . from now on when i want smoked beer i ll stick with aecht schlenkerla rauchbier . d,aroma,0.9,1
oz bomber poured into a hill farmstead wine glass thanks to rfc for the hookup . pours a slightly hazy amber yellow with a honey tint to it there s a huge two finger white fluffy head . nose is fantastic fruity and bitter a bit earthy grassy and just a tinge of honey sweetness think hopslam . well the first fault comes right off at the start body is a bit low i ll attribute this to the rye carbonation is nice and does make up for a lot of it . there s a solid hop rye bitterness that bites at your pallate . finish is a bit harsh in the bitterness but it s still tasty and fairly easy drinking .,aroma,1.0,1
serving oz bottle color dark amber lacing really nothing to speak of dies down rather quickly smell bitter sweet taste bitter medicine with a touch of sweet aftertaste downright awful this beer is a complete car crash . stay away nothing like you will get if you went to the actual mc sorley s pup in manhattan it s a shame this beer bears the same name,aroma,0.2,0
huge creamy white head and hazy golden body . very nice looking brew the huge cap of foam is a nice change up from the flat looking ipas i ve been trying . aroma is a bit muted . flavor is very nice with a well balanced hop flavor and malt flavor that still makes an appearance . very nice .,aroma,0.6,1
the boys and i poured this esb from the growler into the souvenier mini pilsners from the brewgrass festival the day before . it poured a golden hue with a tad of oranginess to it . tons of head but i think that this was due in part to the mini glasses that we were werving them in . however the head did hang around for a good amount of time . this was the first esb i had ever tried so i m not totally sure if it was true to its characteristics . overall though it had a great mouthfeel and a good maltiness to it with very sweet overtones . not much on the aroma side but did have a distinct hop character in it flavor .,aroma,0.4,0
pbr me asap . ok so i bit on the can at a local burger bar . i wo n t work through the five tier rating system here and will just say for what you are paying this is an honest beer . drinks very smooth a little watery not a whole lot going on . beats the hell out of bud miller coors any day . very refreshing on a summer day i know from experience .,aroma,0.4,0
this had no real taste . the closest thing that i could say it tastes like is water . the only flavors i noticed were a grassy hop flavor and corn . might have been skunked but the aroma was actually quite decent . i m going to try this on tap to see if it s any better there .,aroma,0.7,1
can you dig it . i pulled off a major trade in the heinz field parking lot a couple of weeks ago before watching pitt lose by a missed pat . to cincy . i think that i developed a slight head cold during the snowy weather and so my reviews got put on hold until my sinuses cleared . let the can quest continue . i just reviewed its leaded brother so now it is time to try the unleaded version . my pour resulted in a finger of bubbling bone white head that fizzled itself out of existence . oh well . the color was a pale lemon yellow with ne quality clarity . the nose was really light in its sweetness hardly discernible at all . mouthfeel was medium but its taste was light and almost watery . finish was slightly dry but overall it was less than satisfying . i would reach for more of the hudy k instead .,aroma,0.4,0
i was surprised by this beer . it is likely the best chinese beer i have had . it does not have a lot of flavor but what there is is not offensive.the flavour is very mild a bit of hops and perhaps grain . i wish water tasted this good as what this beer reminds me most of is a good mineral water .,aroma,0.4,0
a a light golden brown almost a honey or chardonnay color . a good bit of white soft foam on top that slowly dissipates . s a little sour and yeasty followed by fruit . pears figs and banana . t that is just delicious . clean and crisp. this has a very light fruit taste to it . very sweet but it is not overpowering. not a hint of bitterness . m it is crisp and full of bubbly goodness like drinking fruit flavored champaign . d oh yes . i can just see a abbey full of monks enjoying this out of chalices and having a great time . this is worth picking up a sixer or two. this is a great introduction beer for belgian styles something that is n t so powerful it ll alienate new people to the style .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a very dark brown with a frothy head that lasts forever . leaves some serious lacing down the glass . the smell is complex but a little light . smells like roasted malts and a hint of coffee . there is some bitter hops in the scent as well . the flavor of this beer is incredible . tastes like its aroma just with more substance to it . the roasted malts balance its bitter hops nicely . there are definitely some roasted nuts in the flavor as well and a hint of coffee with a thick creaminess that makes it drink like a meal . oatmeal character is definitely noticeable in the flavor and the feel .,aroma,0.7,1
cantastic . another new beer in a can albeit high gravity lager . it began with a finger of bone white head but experienced such low retention that it became wisps even before i finished pouring . color was a lemon yellow with ne quality clarity . nose was fusel really bitingly so . phew . mouthfeel was medium with a hot alcohol burn on the tongue obscuring any flavor . a second swallow evinced a sweet tartness like a candy but not a good one . finish left me breathless but not in a good way . oof .,aroma,0.2,0
ellie s poured a great brown color not too dark but certainly a brown ale . the head was off white and hung on throughout the entire glass . the smell was that of an english brown ale very malty but well balanced with hop bitterness . the roasted and chocolate undertones were very enjoyable and the aftertaste was reminiscent of a great cup of coffee . not too overpowering but definitely enjoyable the medium bodied brown ale went down smooth and was very satisfying .,aroma,0.6,1
bought when visitin montreal at a grocery store in verdun with an incredible beer selection pours a dark orange amber with red highlights thin beige head dissipates quickly leaving light lacing as tiny bubbles rise to the top and collect on the sides big hop aroma held up by faint citrus and berry notes with subtle wet meadow dissapointingly flimsy mouthfeel due to the lack of strong malt backbone big almost harsh bitter grassy flavor like the flowery tartness that might remind a few of you of dandelions if you ever tasted them as a kid . theres a perfect word here that alludes me a word that describes that sort of citrusy flowery perfumy bitterness you get from the rind zest of a cirtus fruit . this beer is spot on that flavor a drinkable and satisfying but very forgettable ipa,aroma,0.8,1
this beer pours a hazy yellow straw color with a huge white head . the smell was the low point of the drinking experience be wise it was in a green bottle and had a heinekin esk smell . the flavor was good lightly spicy and earthy . the mouthfeel was light bodied and very high carbonation when i was pulling out the cork i did not have a good grip and when i gave it a quarter of a turn it shot out and ricochet from the kitchen through the dining room and into the living room . overall it s a good beer just not the best for the style,aroma,0.6,1
is this really a beer i am drinking . i am not sure . it says beer on the can tastes somewhat like beer but the mouthfeel is unlike anything i have ever experienced and not in a good way either . anyways i got a can of this for free recently and could n t resist writing a review about it here . i am trying to find some positive aspect about this beer but can find none . anyways it pours a very clear and very light golden color . the head is totally gone a minute at most after being poured leaving zero lacing . smell wise there is something but i ca n t identify any specific aromas maybe a hint of some vegetables or a hint of grains . has a bland weak taste of sweet grain corn and maybe a very faint trace of malt but then again maybe not . i ca n t taste any trace of hops whatsoever . that s really it for taste nothing else here . the only possible positive aspect i can maybe find about this beer is the warming effect it gives after a few sips . has a crisp mouthfeel with moderate to heavy carbonation . this is missing the taste and mouthfeel of beer . it tastes and feels like seltzer water more than any other a b product i have ever had . i am not a fan of a b s products by any means but this has to be the worst out of all a b beers i have ever drank . easy to drink the same way seltzer water is which is never good imo when it comes to beer . i do n t think i d ever drink this again even for free . this beer has no redeeming qualities unless you actually want to drink a beer that tastes like flat skunked seltzer water . avoid . eric,aroma,0.2,0
blonde ale brewed with goji berries schisandra and wormwood picked up at bevmo in woodland hills and sampled in a tall goose island wheat ale glass . a nice pillowy snow white head on top of a cloudy straw colored brew . seems a touch greener than the last few witbeers i ve tried . s perhaps to style but not very pleasant to my nose . a light citrusy herbal character underpinned by a strong white wine stinkiness and mustiness . i m surprised that more reviews here do n t mention it . once you get a mouthful it kind of works with the flavor . but as an intro to this beer i really do n t like it . t there s the strong dry white wine character from the nose . tart and refreshing at first followed by a satisfying graininess . finishes dry with an herbal bitterness i find very appealing and a prominent phenol note which rises and diminishes quickly . hops are there in the finish and they linger . i do n t know what to expect from the goji berries or the schisandra but i m attributing the late herbal bitterness to the wormwood . m mouthfeel is both sparkly and well rounded . very enjoyable balance . d i was n t a fan after the first bottle but the second was a lot more enjoyable . i really liked the way the beer went through distinct stages tart to grainy to dry over the course of each mouthful . though i was wishing for a bit of sweetness at first i came to realize that there just is n t any room for that in this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
oz . bottle poured into a duvel tulip glass . this beer is very dark darker than the average dopplebock . it s a deep amber brown color close to a dark orange when held up to the light . also there is a slight haze in it when held to the light . there is an off white colored head that produces some pretty nice lacing . the smell is only ok mainly because it s not very strong . as the beer warms up it gets a little stronger but overall it s fairly weak . there are only slight hints of some roasted caramelized dark malts and a slight hint of alcohol . the taste is pretty good it s leaps and bounds ahead of the smell . big sweet malts chocolate coffee hops some slight smokiness and almost an artificial banana flavor . very good overall i like it . mouthfeel and drinkability are both good . it s a full bodied well balanced beer that starts strong and finishes clean . waited a long time to try this not the best dopplebock i ve ever tried but i like it and it s very readily available . i m sure i ll get it again .,aroma,0.6,1
had a pint at town hall . the slightly hazy amber ale proved to be a great example of the style . it s very drinkable and has a pleasant subtle mix of grain hops and english yeast . the aroma is very muted even for this style i just get a little grain dust but the taste holds lightly caramel barely and gentle spicy hops that finish the beer out . overall a great session beer and a rare locally brewed example of the style .,aroma,0.6,1
great name because after opening this beer and tasting it i was scared off . terrible skunky aroma or shall i say smell . the taste was very bland and no characteristics also left a bad taste in my mouth . do n t drink this beer . . . . .cheers,aroma,0.2,0
first off this beer is by far and away biggest gusher i have ever had . just exploded out of the bottle with easily losing oz . the remaining beer is full of floaties in a muddled chestnut brown with a creamy eggshell finger of foam looks like an ugly quad almost . the nose really is redolent of pepe du chat gooseberry bright herbal citrus with a nice minerality with a touch of dry malt very sauvignon blancesque . the taste is of medium roasted malts light citrus and a pleasant dry hoppy bitterness . the beer feels a bit flat probably lost all its carb when it expolded and a touch watery . definitely not worth . but not too bad of a beer .,aroma,0.9,1
subtly artistic label suggesting a balance betwixt hop and malt . glugs slowly into my glass with an impressive and characteristic soapy head that quickly falls to nothingness and leaves only a tiny lace . delicately light bronze . milkiness is the first unflattering note detected on the nose followed by a slightly tart citric hop character . then the oft overzealous bell s house yeast sneaks into the nostril . sweet grainy metallic notes follow . refreshingly the taste does not suffer the same fate as the aroma . nice sweetly thick malt character with heavy oaty bread textures is cut by clean lemon hops . a full mouthfeel that borders on the cloyingly milkshake ish . i had no problem with this one but would n t reach for another too quickly .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz . bomber into a pint glass . i was really excited to try this beer after seeing the great reviews and must say that i was let down . maybe it was a bad bottle or something but i was n t impressed . a poured with a one finger head and quickly dissipated to just a cap which dissipated into nothing . left minimal lacing . s not good . i could n t put my finger on it . over ripe fruit peppery . my wife smelled it and said yuck and said it reminded her of some makeup she wears . this makes me think that maybe i got a bad bottle . the smell did get a little better the longer i drank it but initially not good . t m very bitter . did n t get much sweetness from the malts at all . peppery finish and dry . definitely a beer for hop heads . some pine and grapefruit citrus were coming through . it tasted better than it smelled . d my nd pour from the bomber was better than t he first . but slightly . i struggled finishing the bomber and that s a rarity for me . at bottle i was very disappointed . after comparing my experience sith the rest of the reviews i am thinking that maybe this was a bad bottle or something . so i would like to try this again and hopefully try it on tap .,aroma,0.4,0
a clear honey colored with very little head . s smells of ripe cherries raspberries honey alcohol mango citrus brandy apple juice flowers and apricots . t tastes of cherry alcohol brandy citrus candied sugar sherry and honey . m thick no carbonation alcohol burn light bitterness and sweet . d not very drinkable as a beer but very drinkable as an naturally fermented apertif like a vin santo sauternes or ice wine .,aroma,1.0,1
held up to light this is more of a golden red color . smells good like lindeman s framboise lambic . the flavor disappears suprisingly fast almost as fast as it hits your tongue . very strange . i suppose this would make for a light refreshing hot weather beer or a beer that you wanted to drink and forget that you were drinking . the mouthfeel is the most bizarre aspect of this ale . it is simply not there . you taste for about second swallow and there is absolutely nothing in the back end of this beer at all . its like eating a weak candy washing it down with a swig of water . not so much awful as that it just misses the mark entirely . i ca n t say i ve really ever experienced a mouthfeel body like this before . go for great divide s wild raspberry ale instead .,aroma,0.8,1
growler into stange on . thanks to deuane for sharing . a clear light amber body with mammoth three finger foamy white head that retained quite well and left swatches of sticky lace around the glass . virtually no carbonation present . amazing body clarity . s beautiful wet hopped aroma with a citrusy and piney profile that is extremely fresh . there s also a bit of bread and caramel malt present . t well balanced flavor with fresh hoppy goodness paired with caramel and bready malts as well as a bit of graininess . but the flavor is primarily citrus fruit and pine needles . m light body with a pretty thin watery texture and soft almost flat carbonation . finish is only mildly bitter . d fantastic fresh wet hopped brew from southern tier . this could use an overhaul in the mouthfeel department but this brew s aroma is exceptional . overall this is very nice harvest ale .,aroma,1.0,1
a dirty peach colored body with no chance of transparency . the pure white head is bubbly and standing about an inch and a half tall before fading slowly to a quarter inch . s banana apricot and a spicy hint . t it has a mix of malt and subtle banana to start . there s an odd flavor in the middle that has a somewhat stale taste to it . unfortunately it s carried out through the rest of the brew . m smooth silky and creamy to start . the middle offers a slight coarse texture and the finish is again soft and easy . that sad part about reviewing beers is when the everything goes well except for the taste . the truth is it is hard to give a beer a high drinkability value when the flavor just is n t up to par .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into my russian river belgian glass . appearance minimal light brown head dark black body with brown around the edges . smell wow mazing . roasty dark chocolate very coffee forward sweetness . taste very good nice and roasty . not too bitter sweet just as advertised . nice coffee flavors . mouthfeel a little high on the carbonation but good smoothness medium thickness . overall very good beer i would certainly want to have this again . probabaly no more than one at a time but certainly enjoyable .,aroma,1.0,1
smell subdued vanilla syrup with alot of alchohol . taste alot of toffee and caramel . backed by chocolate and sweet malts . pours a thick black with a minimal brown head which vaporizes upon touching the air and leaves absolutely no lacing . the beer is flat at best . mouthfeel mega syrup at first but surprisingly balances itself out well and leaves a slight oilyness in the back of the throat as well as moist cheeks . drinkability first good thing ive had from twisted pine . fans of big beers should at least try this one out just dont hope for the best of all time .,aroma,0.4,0
big thanks to ba gborobeer for sending this one to me in my week beer of the week package . a huge thick white head that lasts forever that gives a good amount of lace nice copper transparent color with tons of upward cascading bubbles . s a little bit faint for me would have like to smell the aroma a little more to get a better idea of what ingredients were used to brew it . but i did get a hint of belgian yeast with a slight funk to it sweet malts a small whiff of raisins and oranges . did n t get much hop aroma on this one at all . t definitely an improvement over the smell . flavors come out a lot more to define this beer . starts off with a sugary malt flavor but instantly transforms into hop bittering but not too over the top . past that is a nice light candied fruit flavor with slight yeast ester flavoring . after taste is straight up belgian ale flavor with just a kiss of hops . m d medium heavy bodied beer with semi dry finish thanks to the hopping . no trace of residual alcohol flavors but the effect is definitely there . good flavor transitions make it very drinkable but not too complex where you have to think about every sip and see if there are any hidden flavors . overall a good belgian ipa was expecting a little bit more with the a overall rating but a solid beer from flying dog no doubt . .,aroma,0.6,1
ml stubby belgian swing top bottle with no freshness date . this hop opus is brewed with five hops to celebrate the yield of the harvest and the work of the brewer . it pours clear gold with a good amount of carbonation and a very big head that leaves lots of clumpy lace . a touch of hops and sweet malts in the nose but there is an odd vegetal aroma in there that is pretty offensive . the flavor yields pale malt spicy floral hops that contribute a soft bitterness skunk . a bit of alcohol and lightly fruity chalky yeast on top of a crisp highly carbonated body that has a bitter linger . it is n t too bad but there is something wrong with the bouquet . i would n t go out of my way to find this one .,aroma,0.4,0
appears a dark yellowish orange . tastes like a cross between a light hefewiezen and a saison . getting some pepper spice mixed with banana . taste fades as it warms . has a slight odd taste at the end which i can t quite identify . very drinkable as the alcohol is almost non existent in the flavor esp as it warms .,aroma,0.6,1
a amber bodied brew . one inch head fades quickly but leaves some lacing on the way down . s very nice nose . cinnamon jumps right out followed by notes of ginger and all spice along with the pumpkin . not as big a nose as some other pumpkin beers but still nice . t starts off great with all of those pumpkin and spice notes hitting the taste buds immediately . however after swallowing it seems to leave an aspirin like aftertaste . m medium bodied with a decent amount of carbonation . o started off with so much promise in the nose and the initial taste but the aftertaste left me disappointed . i do n t think i d turn it down if offered but i do n t think i d seek it out either given the availability of so many good pumpkin beers these days .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance black as night little to no lacing left by the tan head . not too much of that either . smell gigantic malt burnt and very sweet . strong alcohol punch . fresh coffee beans and cocoa . very nice . taste malty and strong with coffee . backside is bitter and tastes burnt black . drinkability misses out somehow but still not a bad glass of beer . the extremely burnt malt flavor is a little too much to be ideal . the hop finish is hidden a little bit by this .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a can into a pint glass this scottish pours a rich dark bronze color with a nice tan dense head . finger thick with very nice sustainance . aroma is of rich sugary caramel and cocoa . a bit of grassy hops to note . very nice nose . sipping is quite sweet . mainly caramel on my palate along with a bit of chocolate cocoa powder flavor on the finish . a slight bit of hops comes to the surface on the finish as well . remains pretty sweet though wss hoping it d get a bit bitter on the finish . body is quite creamy like a guiness . carbonation is quite light and tingly on the tip of my tongue . however very smooth brew . a bit too sweet to drink too much of it . however this was much more than i was expecting very nice .,aroma,1.0,1
got this beer from a friend who brought it from austria . the beer pours a clear golden orange colour with almost no head . lacing disappears completely while drinking . smell oak grain orange zest sweet apple honey and some vanilla . it reminds me a bit of some barley whines . quite complex . taste sweet apple honey strong grain plenty of oak in there dark fruits and alcohol . the aftertaste is long grainy with stong alcohol slightly bitter with some hints of oak mouthfeel smooth medium carbonation . although the beer has a high abv the beer is easy to drink . overall a beer with a unique taste . overall maybe a bit too sweet for my pellet . although the alcohol is relatively well hidden after the beer warms up a bit it becomes way too dominant . conclusively a couple of nips of this beer ok but drinking a whole glass of this beer is a bit too much .,aroma,0.9,1
shipyard pumpkinhead is a clear lively pale golden ale with a soft dense white head that quickly fades . the aroma is of pumpkin cinnamon nutmeg and vanilla . it has a lively light body and a clean finish . it leaves the mouth a little gritty . there s not a lot of flavor but the pumpkin and spice are prominent . it s kind of like spiced cider but not sweet . it s very light all around .,aroma,0.8,1
this is a ml bottle . abv . this is not a great beer but bought about cases of the stuff for brewing bottles . this beer is so so the carbonation is poor . golden light malt used . export beer from germany can be bad the best is within germany . i am not impressed they are using hop extracts probably to save money no real hop taste . lacing is not the greatest either . it is quaffable but will not likely be your favorite beer . as for bottling with a two handed bottler one has to be careful as the bottles tend to shoot out when capping . i almost wonder if these bottles are a slightly different cap size . the brown bottles are excellent for bottling and they did a great job with packaging . it is a good price when you consider your getting . oz per bottle not oz . well just got another cases for in nj . they got rid of the canned hops . though now using hop extract . also now using a super aga that makes capping these bottles a breeze .,aroma,0.4,0
clear medium amber served with a thin off white head that showed fair retention . malt and brown sugar aroma did n t cover the cardboard character . low bitterness with a bit of molasses flavour and a lingering sweetness . light body with a slightly dry mouthfeel . not a terrible offering but it definitely has some problems .,aroma,0.4,0
presentation drank from a ml bottle fat squat bottle duvel moortgat uses poured into hotel room glass . glass was n t appropriate size so i had to fill it twice . appearance cloudy yellow orange with immense pillowy head . smell classic tripel aroma but not strongly pungent . taste slight alcohol bite in after taste . a bit too bitter in my opinion . notes a little too harsh and biting for me . maybe the flavors did n t match each other or something . anyway i probably wo n t try it again .,aroma,0.8,1
quarterly tasting party feb with northyorksammy derek crwills biegaman and me grub . everyone threw in a few bottles and we had an interesting mix of beer . northyorksammy contributed this one so thanks sammy . corked and caged ml bottle vintage . pours a hazy red brown with a huge dark tan head . drops slowly and leaves lots of lace . aroma is awesome . yeast . bit of spice . molasses caramel toffee . bit of honey . lots of dark fruit . dried cherries . bit of alcohol . taste is good . tons of malt . alcohol . dark fruit . toffee and caramel . bit of molasses . very light spice . yeast . this one was maybe served a bit too warm . mouthfeel is good . above average carbonation works . good body . drinkability is good . alcohol is kind of warm but very nice .,aroma,1.0,1
this is probably one of my favorite fruit beers my sister loves this beer so i figured i d might as well review it . pours a hazy golden color with a nice head decent lacing . smells like wheat with a dry peach scent.pretty good . taste a nice blend of wheat and peach.finishes dry which i think suits the style well . mf pretty carbonated almost like a cider but the wheat flavors lets you know it s a beer . drinkability during a hot summer this is an extremely refreshing beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter glass appearance pours a dark black with a white snowy head aroma great blend of hops and malts . hops slightly stronger . hints of caramel palate fairly bitter taste medium body flavor sits on the tongue . taste fairly mild . nothing special about the taste . has an earthy body to it overall a good beer but i prefer below to this beer . although its a nice medium bodied dark beer from new belgium . tastes are underwhelming but the smell is great,aroma,0.9,1
this is where i almost want to smack myself . this is a beer you have once or twice and then just get it as the exotic for your gf to help justify the stuff you bought for yourself . pours a light pinkish amber with a very very light pink fluffy head that faded quickly . if you like strawberries which i do very much then the smell and taste will immediately remind you of something more likely to be served at an orange julius or other shake juice mixer . it s clear it was n t brewed into the beer as the carbonation feel dampened and the taste a bit too pixie stick like . i ca n t object to this fruit beer but it s not a framboise or lambic .,aroma,0.9,1
. ounce bottle poured into chalice a surprisingly clear for a quad nice amber color when held to the light . lingering inch head with decent lacing . very active carbonation overall a very inviting beer . s not remarkable a smell of alcohol peirces the head slightly but overall no real smell to comment on . t nice malty flavors appear at first with lingering tastes of dried fruits and spices . for me the carbonation was a bit more than i like but not overwhelming . m thick texture that lingers exactly what i ve come to expect from quads d overall it was a very drinkable beer however there are better quads for the money in my opinion and i will be sticking to those,aroma,0.6,1
a very different kind of offering from the brewers at kuhnhenn . so many of the aspects of this brew were like coffee i thought i was drinking coffee . poured out to a dark brown nearly black color with very low carbonation . head dissipated in less that a minute and no traces of lace . great aroma of caramel coffee and vanilla . too bad the taste did n t match the smell . strong flavors of coffee toffee chocolate were noted with an almost sour citrus like finish . aftertaste is nearly the same . not a bad beer but nothing i would buy a case of unlike their tangerine wit . none the less worth a try just to see what a well made brew can smell like . updated review . same as above but i have found drank straight from the bottle the flavor is much more intense and enjoyable . taste went from . to . . just my findings . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
got with a microbrew variety pack at spirits unlimited in manahawkin appearance pours a copper colour white head with good retention minimal lacing smell spicey with a hint of hops taste creamy toffee taste with a delightful fruitiness dry hoppy aftertaste mouthfeel moderate to heavy mouthfeel with a somewhat dry finish drinkability very good,aroma,0.6,1
pours what at first appears to be a lifeless black but after stopping pouring a late rising half finger of head forms . the aroma is an incredibly decadent mix of chocolate toffee raisins vanilla grapes citrus hoppiness . .man this is just begging me to take a sip . the flavor is not quite as complex as the nose would suggest but it is still quite good . it starts out with some dry oakiness followed by dusty cocoa . vanilla and plums in there as well . the flavor profile is very nice for sure one that keeps me taking sip after sip looking for more . the body does n t quite support the flavor . it is medium with low carbonation . not watery by any means but either a bit more thickness or a bit more carbonation is needed to match the flavor . overall this is a seriously good beer but probably not worth the effort to acquire . not sure how it may differ from when it was fresh but at this point in its life it is damn near a mirror image of the flat bottles of lost abbey angel s share from last year .,aroma,1.0,1
yes i am reviewing a forty of malt liquor . what about it . first pour a little out for my lost hommies . then into my glass this beer was a lemon yellow color like floor cleaner . the head was white very short lived and left only minimal lacing off the ring . the aroma was musty skunky malt and general unpleasantry like the underside of your grandfathers couch cushion . the flavor was not quite so bad in fact it seemed to be designed to be inoffensive . watery pale malt with hints of hops to balance and some alcohol ester sweetness . very little there . ok mouthfeel and a light chug able body . good beer . no . but that is not what it was made for .,aroma,0.2,0
thanks to the silverhand and jackytreehorn . drank with robbeer in my living room helluvaguy . excellent beer . the word double in the title pertains to the double chocolate as opposed to the double porter . very dark brown body with chunky tan head . amazingly complex aroma of hand made chocolates . like what scharfenberger bittersweet . very mild and easy drinking . definately nothing double powered on the flavor . cocoa a hint of sourness and a whole bunch of goodness . surprisingly clean . very light body . very drinkable . my pint was gone before i knew it .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to theduchessduborg for insisting i try this and the southampton crew for pouring it i had a great night at american flatbread with all of you . out of a caged and corked bottle this rather expensive offering was a cloudy rich gold color with some amber highlights . the head was off white displayed rather poor retention but left decent lacing off the collar . the aroma was spectacular one of the best i have ever been privy to . a true bouquet of blossoming flowers as if after a rainfall with elements of spice and citrus tucked in there too . the flavors were also stellar caramel malt toffee lavender chamomile vanilla and light citrus . the combination of sweet caramel malt and flowers reminded me of a lavender crme brulee if you have n t had one you must do so sometime . the mouthfeel was smooth the body medium and the carbonation delicate . though the look could use a touch of tinkering the amazing aroma and depth of flavors more than made up for it . a unique and enjoyable offering unlike any other saison i ve ever had .,aroma,1.0,1
look orangish in color with a head and no retention smell citrus hops right up front with a hint of caramel and spice in the background taste this beer is an orange syrupy mess . the beer seriously taste like a orange creme pop sickle gone bad . just a mess mouthfeel medium body with a medium carbonation level with a candy like sticky finish overall i recommend trying this but i really do n t think this is worth buying . again totally let down by yet another dogfish beer .,aroma,0.8,1
notes from holy head . it is strange to see a light colored beer with white foamy muffin top two finger thick and sustaining head . nitro is fun . a bit darker than a pale but the brewery lights are n t doing anything to help me out . lacing lasts throughout the drink showing notches the whole way . very nice . piney scent nuances in smell are tough given the bar setting . there is a constant fight between the hops and caramel malt in the taste . a tug of war in my mouth but neither side wins balance is great . the hops are quite grassy with pine and a touch of grapefruit . the real kicker here is the mouthfeel . it is medium bodied but the nitro makes it feel lighter . this is my first nitro ipa awesomely smooth . i could drink this all night and into the morning . drinks like abv .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from ml bottle into a red wine glass . first batch . rich mahogany in color . great thick brownish head . very interesting beer . you could definitely smell that rum barrel had done some work on the beer . however the rum flavor was not overpowering . very well balanced . quite sweet and rich . one question . where is the smoke . this was not as smoke as was anticipating . definitely a sipping beer . somewhat drinkable although i do n t think i would have more than two in one night . this was a good beer . it scored lower in taste due to the high anticipation i had for this beer . just not smokey enough for me . i would love to try their regular smoked porter to compare .,aroma,0.9,1
pours out a muddy murky orange brown very apple cider like . capped off with a finger of tan head . slight bit of lacing . a heavy nose of sour cherries musty apple raisins plums toasted malts a sweet tang to it but finishes with a nosefull of alcohol . disgustingly sweet . raisins orange peel sugar black cherry and plenty of alcohol . really no detectable malt or hop notes . full body syrupy warming alcohol a little too much carbonation . not very drinkable . they seem to have sacrificed taste for brutal alcohol content . just way too syrupy sweet . would not try this again . edit an hour later the remaining of the bottle got the drain treatment . i just could n t stomach it . unfortunate and a waste of bucks i could ve spent on something i would ve enjoy . c est la vie .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into the appropriate maredsous snifter glass this is a clear reddish brown beer with a small white head and sustained lacing on the glass . the smell is primarily of prune . while prune figures in the taste thankfully it is not dominant . this has strong brandy flavor with cherry plum and the aforementioned prune flavors mixed in . additionally there is a lingering malty aftertaste . these flavors blend beautifully together . this is a strong ale and tastes like it . while i probably would not have more than one in a sitting i would thoroughly enjoy that one . this is an excellent belgian ale . highly recommended .,aroma,0.7,1
the finale of the bell s wheat series . pours a hazy amber color with a huge cream colored head . the appearance is much lighter in color than i had expected after seeing the and . the nose reminds me of either sangria or my mother in laws cherry ginseng wine . it smells of red wine and orange juice a little bananas cloves spices . smells interesting and fun . the taste is floral and spicey . i notice oranges in the flavor as well . it has a nice tart finish . warming but not overwhelming . the solid full mouthfeel is very appropriate . i d have to say this is my favorite of bell s wheat series . job well done . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
notes from pours a little hazy golden with a finger white head leaves notches of lacing all down the galss smells like every other anchor beer very macro taste is so much better then the smell but all anchor beers taste similar with pear flavor up front overall solid a apa with great drinkability,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a bottle into a narrow pint glass . a nice looking pour with a dark amber color and a moderate head that sticks around until it s done and leads to a bit of lacing . s strong citrus and pine juniper nose on it . very fragrant making you expect a delicious taste to follow . t starts great with strong citrus from the hops and then . leaves you hanging . really no middle to the beer . m lots of bitter tangy sensation at the back of the tongue following a few sips but strangely lite and unsatisfying . d decent drinkability but not exceptional . the bitterness and citrus tones really dominate . it s a strange beer starts off great with an impressive hops laden nose but then does n t really delivery . i m not unhappy i got a sixpack but i probably wo n t get another one .,aroma,0.9,1
poured probably degrees into a wine glass . no born date . pours a hazy amber with a copper rim . finger eggshell head that dissipates into a cap after about seconds good lacing . smells of some heavy brown malts some toast a bit of spiciness underlined with a hint of booze . taste is a nutty robust maltiness with a touch of hops at the beginning of the finish that dry out nicely and clean up just slightly . this leaves a just slightly dirty drydown that lingers well . mouthfeel is one of the heaviest i ve ever seen in a pale ale with a considerable weight for the style . overall a fantastic and robust offering from a favorite producer . puts countless other pas to shame and raises the bar in an excellent way . .,aroma,0.6,1
big thanks to dunt for sharing this brew during our dld bus trip . poured into a mini snifter this brew appears a clear copper color with white head that forms a pattern of lace across the top with large bubbles . a swirl hardly revives anything . this brew smells primarily of brett funk and plastic . some orange rinds and fruity character seems sweet and fruity almost floral . the alcohol accents a lemony touch with funk across the back mixed with a caramel like malt sweetness . overall not a bad smelling brew . the taste is rindy and almost perfume like with orange and oily lemon rinds that provide a mild bitterness . the funk tastes like plastic with lingering oily bitterness somewhat more like grapefruit than the previously mentioned orange and lemon . overall fruity yet plastic like with a dry brett quality . it finishes with an herbal touch that collectively is a bit of an interesting contrast of flavors that does n t blend well but is n t offputting either . this is a medium bodied brew thst is lightly carbed . the abv is hidden quite well which would lead to an easy drinking brew except the plastic funk clashes a bit with all the rind flavors . i appreciated the experience but did n t need more than a couple ounces .,aroma,0.9,1
it s sitting across the table but throwing great scents my way hazy amber orange with some sudsy head juicyfruit aromas immense zesty citrus mint . not much pine which is a nice change from the norm . good robust woody bitterness it really hangs on the tongue with excellent hop depth . mint . dry nutty malt contribution this brew seems somewhat of a paradox in that it seems at the same time simple and complex,aroma,1.0,1
oz growler poured into a pint and shared at a local tasting . thanks to racens for sending me this . a pours a clear straw orange with about . fingers of off white head . a bit of haze to it but not too much . retention is good with a decent amount of lacing . s the nose is vibrant and bursting with citrus hops . lots of grapefruit orange and floral pine . a little bit of malt and grass but this is mostly all hops . t unfortunately the taste seems to fall off a bit . rather than getting the fresh juicy hops of the nose they are overshadowed by a bitterness that just seems out of place . it s even spicy at times which is a complete departure from the aroma . still getting some hops but definitely not as much as i was hoping . m mouthfeel is medium bodied with good carbonation . slick and sticky but the long lasting bitterness lasts a while here too as well . d o drinkability is moderate . lots of potential here especially in the nose but unfortunately it just has a bit too much bitterness . if the hops lived up to the nose this would be something special .,aroma,0.9,1
a amber with inch of head and a slight head retention s sweet malts rye . smells excellent t sweet up front and piny hops at the end m medium carbonated light bodied o not as good as it smells . but not bad for a pale ale which is not one of my favorite styles,aroma,0.9,1
deep golden color topped by a creamy head that has some larger bubbles interspersed in there . aroma smells a lot like centennial and amarillo hops a touch of tangerine and bubble gum mixed in with the grapefruit and pine . i love it . flavor is fairly sweet up front with good piney notes and a strong grapefruit bitterness in the finish . pine rosin flavors come back and stick around long after the beer has been swallowed . mouthfeel is slick and oily a bit heavy but it works well . a bit of a workout to drink but it s basically my dinner so that works . . drinkability is good not great . a slightly less dextrinous body would go a long way to making this a spectacular beer . as it is it s still really good . much better than the other offerings i remember from clipper city s standard lineup .,aroma,1.0,1
found at a grocery store in northern italy this beer has a decent soapy head and a clear straw color . the aroma is mostly alcohol along with a bit of pale malt and a lot of grain . it has a serious adjunct aroma . corn and a little hops . the flavor is n t as bad as the aroma projects . there s a nice malt flavor in the front . it s sweet without being cloying . the alcohol is a bit harsh and there s nothing to really balance and diffuse the harshness which continues long into the finish . this is a fairly full bodied beer more so than a lot of other strong european lagers . it s also got a little more character than most . i do n t think that i d go out of my way for it but it was better than expected .,aroma,0.4,0
clear ruby amber color with a thick creamy eggshell head . that s a good looking chunk of froth . huge aroma with lots of piney grassy and citrusy hop smells . mmmmm . very spicy piney hops mostly though with some alcohol and a tad bit of malty earthy smell . big malty flavor delights the tongue before the hops ignite . the hops have a very fruity appeal at first with lots of citrusy flavors lemon oranges grapefruit and then a slightly grassy flavor . it finishes with very dry and bitter piney hop flavors . this is a marvelous beer that i wish i could get my hands on again .,aroma,1.0,1
consumed at brewery . medium golden hue nice carbonation . bubbles continued to rise throughout tasting . no aroma to note . light bodied in both flavor and mouthfeel . subtle hops on finish take over from bashful malt flavor . umm. boring .,aroma,0.3,0
. oz bottle from vidalia in lansdale stupid expensive is right poured into a snifter . copper with off white head fairly poor retention little lacing a pretty boring looking beer . perhaps the snifter was a bad choice a squeeky clean pint glass might have made this one . smell is pretty boozy like an american barleywine not quite as strong as devil dancer or anything but to me at least that smell is immediately identifiable . i know its only . though so we will see where this leads . taste is pretty disappointing sort of like a watered down barleywine . not a ton going on . i m not getting the fresh piney or citrusy hops that i was expecting . dry hopped you say . i do n t believe it . mouthfeel is fine . no real complaints . drinkability is limited by disappointment . i have three more beers from this brewery peche mortel route des pices and dernire volont and i hope they are much better than this . unless you can find it for two or three dollars a bottle you wo n t or love collecting bottles than just admired the cool label and pass on this one for a better cheaper beer from one of any number of real merican breweries .,aroma,0.8,1
i had this in the signature sam adams glass . i really like this glass even though i have never been over impressed with any sam adams beers . this is kind of like a cross between a tulip and pint glass . when it was poured there was a two finger head which stayed for quite a while . the beer was a golden color with no inclusions . i could n t get any aroma off of the beer . i tried a few different times to pick up any bouquet and i could n t get one . there was a very strong taste of grapefruit in the first drink . i kept getting the grapefruit in each drink eventually i picked up a little wheat flavoring on the end . there is a bitterness to the after taste but that is expected with the over hopping . the only redeeming aspect is with how pretty the beer is . the coloring was nice and the lacing looks really good at the end .,aroma,0.4,0
what a head on this porter pours a light black with ruby streaks the head is like a chocolate mocha froth that has pillows within the brown lacing was phenomenal coating the glass . the smell was rather plain hints of roasted grain and toaste slight metallic nose otherwise not much there the taste however was great a nice marshmellow smoothness up front followed by a warming dark roasted and coffee flavor with backing of chocolate goes great with pie and ice cream highly recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours like golden amber finger and half of white foam that leaves lacing s first instinct was a powerful scent of a mixture of banana and clove and undertone of wheat . t initially tasted wheat and sweet banana with a hoppy aftertaste that has a stronger bite than the typical heff . not your smooth heff but more bitter thanks to the clove and spice . m decent amount of carbonation . the banana and clove taste is nice for a moment but disappears rather quickly . o goes down very smooth and easy to drink when kicking back . definitely a good beer for a easy going kind of event . i prefer the torpedo extra ipa with the true hop and full pine taste . serving type bottle,aroma,1.0,1
a dark yellow body totally clear . nice rather thick lacing sits on top . s mild fruity hops smell . t sweet fruity hops a slight alcohol tinge followed by maltyness followed by more hops . complex and balanced . m very full with good carbonation . d great flavor and an overall clean finish make this good for a session . i did n t know the abv while drinking this one and could n t tell it was . a truly great beer and one i hope to get a couple more pints while it lasts .,aroma,0.7,1
had this brew on . aroma is a nice fresh hop scent . color is a golden brown with light carbonation and a tight head . taste like grapefruit juice . starting with a medium body it goes down with a juicy feel . finish comes out with a huge grapefruit taste then a mild bitterness . after taste has a slight sweet to it then more bitterness . citrus is just too much for me .,aroma,0.9,1
aged for a full year in bourbon barrels . . for a oz . snifter . unfortunately served ice cold so head was near non existent and needed considerable time to warm up . a opaque poured with small bubble head thin veil of head gives way over time to bubbles on side of glass but when glass is rotated there is still a ton of carbonation trapped in the beer s full bourbon nose malty bourbon dominates treacle vanilla intense t full flavored extreme malt and bourbon flavor not a great degree of heat i love bourbon but it seems just a bit too much toned down once beer warmed up m warming rounded creamy good body and mouthfeel without tons of etoh strong bourbon aftertaste,aroma,1.0,1
a not as dark as most porters . mellow head that diminishes down to suds around the edge of the glass . very visible chunks of sediment in the glass . s roasted coffee with some caramel notes . smells delicious . t bold combination of mild coffee and chocolate with a sweet smoky flavor . m definitely feels thick with a full body . the floating sediment is not noticeable . d a very good porter . a tasty brew but the visible presence of sediment could be a turnoff for a clear brew drinker .,aroma,0.9,1
from notes . very active and clear deeper than bronze thick white head great retention and lacing . smell strong citurs and floral hoppy nose up front but it fades . some underlying graininess with a swirl but not especially complex . taste mild malty sweetness underlies a fairly complex hoppy flavor . bitterness is restrained . smooth and balanced with a bit of lingering bitterness after the finish . feel bit of a fizzy bite at first med full body some bitter dryness in the finish . overall fairly smooth and balanced flavorful and easy drinking .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a short tulip the closest thing i ve got to a snifter . colour is black as night only the crests of waves show a golden brown body with yellow hilights . very very little carbonation no head at all though the bottle certainly opened with a whoosh . actually leaves a bit of lace as i sip . no birthday on the bottle but the label is newer than the one displayed at the time of review so it s clearly a bit newer probably this year . smell is lots of chocolate and good dark vanilla like a madagascar variety . sweet smelling and plenty boozy . nothing to hide here . bourbon comes across not so much as burnt woodey as like a sweet liquor . reminds me of bourbon used in deserts or like a smooth brandy . some dryer notes as it warms carring what might be the faintest note of piney hops . what yeast i can find is the spicy domestic sort . wildly smoother than i expected . not nearly as ashey as a porter or stout . big chocolate and more oak than the nose . caramel comes out with strength . not alpha bitter but bitters bitter . very clean finish . warmth has a cayene like presence . a good hard swirl in the snifter actually brings out some lighter esthers that make this almost like a dark belgian . mouthfeel is thick . and wheels are round . that said it s not half as thick as i d expected with the name . carbonation could certainly be more feisty but it manages to only coat with a thin flavour not with too much sticky . i m not sure how to rank this in drinkability . i ve never had a beer quite like this one and i am tempted to just devour it in spite of the slightly odd texture and the very full and boozy body . i can imagine this brew having gone quite wrong with too dark a malt or too bright a nose but neither are the case . i suppose this is a win . final thoughts . lord do i want to age one of these for a year or two . if only i had some bourbon barrels of my own to bring that character along a bit further .,aroma,1.0,1
a darkish still rust body topped by a hefty oatmeal colored head . good lacing . bit of smoke in the nose but overall subdued . taste is malty but not cloying . a nice bit of depth present . a little toastyness lurking way in the back . rich across the tongue and down the throat . each sip or slug goes down easy but calls for a little respect not a chug . a very good late night beer but not one you have to nurse excessively . perhaps a couple with friends before the fire or on the deck . off topic label metioned ubu was a labrador retriever . any connection to the tv production company who signed off their shows with sit ubu . acquired in the philly ba gathering beer exchange .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance hazy very light yellow in color with a nice white head that left some lacing and nice pools on top of the liquid . smell theres almost no smell to this lager except for a hint of lemon and maybe grass . taste theres almost no taste to this lager either . the grassy slightly sweet n sour attempt at a german pils is insulting . mouthfeel i enjoyed the light and carbonated mouthfeel to this one . drinkability i refrained from dumping this with a shaking hand . its right on the edge .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance dark brown not ebony slight retention no lacing smell some roasted and coffee aroma taste flat low on taste just not much there . mouthfeel medium bodied to heavy . awkward. drinkability was not impressed and seemed to be a weak beer for it s style .,aroma,0.8,1
honestly the packaging is probably the best part of this beer comes in a tin tube with sweet smelling scented paper . all that pretty dressing begets a petty . oz bottle . wins the donkeyrunner award for most sludge like pour ever . tiny impotent head dissolved to a disgraceful crescent collar . i understand it s abv but c mon . smells sickeningly sweet which is exactly what i signed up for molasses and coffee . tastes thick and chewy molasses vanilla and licorice with a kola nut fade . it s literally sickeningly sweet but not in the good way . the reason for the . oz bottle is that one ca n t drink oz of this anymore than one can drink a oz bottle of maple syrup . my first nogne o that i m not a huge fan of . i like where they were going with this just the execution was lacking .,aroma,0.8,1
a fully cloudy golden orange one thumb of head left a fully consistent ring of lacing s aromas of earthiness and toasty malt light fruitiness but generally very subtle t this is very interesting an almost confusing . hop notes are earthy light resin and citrus big biscuity malt presence a sweet sour mandarin flavour hard to put my finger on this but it definitely tastes like another m medium body starts juicy and just a hint of hop bitterness o such an enigma of flavour it s all over the map very easy drinking with no trace of the high octane its almost a style of its own i would drink this on the regular if it was available,aroma,0.6,1
poured a very deep copper brown almost black color with an attractive tannish head that fell to a beautiful tan collar around the top of the beer . smell is magnificiently complex with a mixture of coffee dark fruits prunes plums raisins figs molasses maple syrup and toasted malts noted . first taste is a bit overpowering with strong notes of alcohol present . subsequent sips bring forth strong chocolate notes mixed with a nice bitterness.the aroma a each sip is truly fantastic . finished nice and creamy with a strong bitter note present . i enjoyed the beer but to me it is something to try on special occasions . the strong aroma and taste can begin to get a bit overpowering .,aroma,1.0,1
a nice bright brown color with minimal white head . some nice lacing which is hard to come by on a quad . s nice big belgian yeast nose . tons of dark fruit with raisins taking the lead . a nice sweetness throughout . hint of booze that presented itself like brandy . plums and overipe fruit as it warmed . one of the best smelling beers i have ever encountered . t starts off sweet with some raisins . a touch of sour thrown in with the fruit really taking over in the finish . m syrupy medium body . the worst part of this beer and it was still way above average . d very drinkable . it was a little boozy at points but it is a quad . i think this bottle was . totally worth it . nothing like grabbing a a beer on a whim .,aroma,1.0,1
a a rusty amber red with a orange pumpkin like hue to it . a finger head that disappears too quickly only lasted about seconds or so . carbonation bubbles gently climbing up the glass from the bottom . s great pumpkin smell up front with a nutmeg spice on the back end . smells like a fresh baked pumpkin pie at thanksgiving . t a great sweet pumpkin taste up front . the spices come through after that with the hops finishing it up on the end . the spice really comes out after you swallow . m smooth medium body with a soft finish . o i waited until the temperature outside was at least f before i consumed this one . it is truely a wonderful fall beer and one i will look forward to next year .,aroma,1.0,1
the smell is the best part about this beer it s like a flower garden soaked in sugar . well not quite but it is a very nice very complex blend of sweet malts and almost floral scents . it pours dark for a lager but unexceptionally . alas it does n t taste as good as it smells . it s a very subdued sweetness heavy for a lager but no where near as complex as its smell would lead to expect . full bodied but a little over carbonated .,aroma,0.9,1
i poured into a pint glass to one finger of white head . it is straw colored and clear . i could smell the skunked aroma as i poured it . i is basically tasteless and has some biting carbonation . it does n t taste skunky which is nice . it is just a watery tasteless skunky smelling beer . proost .,aroma,0.2,0
big bottle oz . with champagne cork . pours beautiful dark yellow with big frothy white head . tons of complex aroma that sends your nose working overtime to figure out what exactly you are getting into here . pretty sweet too sweet for me but ton of other spicy fruity floral stuff going on for balance also . bottle does n t mention anything about spices but hard to imagine all of these flavors being created by just the yeast . flavors changed as it warmed . it took me a while to drink it was definitely better warmer . overall way too sweet to me . i m new to the style but drinkability was tough cuz of the overly sweet finish . i going to try some more saisons but not this one again .,aroma,0.8,1
heavy seas thank you . bottled version bought at connecticut avenue liquor in dc . appearance looks like a single ipa kind of like dogfish or other standard ipa . a very transparent orange amber color . perfect one finger head very white carbonated and bubbly . lacing is minimal . smell very subdued . some soft malts and hops very thin otherwise . booze at the end . medicinal aromas . a disappointing nose . taste nice bitterness coating the roof of the mouth and infiltrating the teeth . some pineapple tropical fruit . pretty average otherwise . mouthfeel good for an apa ipa but not quite right for a dipa . good carbonation medium body and flavor . i would expect this to be . instead of . drinkability good but disappointing . alcohol is well hidden but really is this a double ipa . . i love heavy seas but this beer is one big letdown .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a ml bottle . has a dark appearance not unlike a dark wheat ale or doppelbock . smells definitely of hazelnut . taste this is where i have to disagree with some other reviewers . most noted an overbearing hazelnut taste with a lack of coffee caramel chocolate taste . mine tastes strongly of a porter or chocolate stout . absolutely delicious . the hazelnut is n t too strong or weak just perfect . other notes not much head develops but what little does stays for a nice lacing,aroma,0.6,1
purchased at bacchanalia in cambridge . appearance honey in color fairly clear . nearly no head . smell aroma is reminiscent of sweet sour sauce slight vinegar note tempered with aspirin . a hint of wet wood . taste first sip is off putting . i ve had a gueze before and enjoyed it but i ca n t say the same for this one . sour and bitter . eventually sensory adaptation allows me to tease out more specific flavours . balance of bitterness and sourness is reminiscent of grapefruit . letting it sit on the tongue until the bitterness fades reveals a bit of green apple . this is oak aged according to the guy at the beer store but having a hard time picking out any distinct oak notes . a hint of orval like brett dryness . mouthfeel slightly carbonated fairly light mouthfeel fermented until it s quite dry few residual sugars thanks to mr. brett drinkability fairly low i m afraid . i find it hard to believe anyone could want a second bottle of this i had a hard enough time finishing the one .,aroma,0.8,1
woo hoo . this is one of my favorite styles so it is easy to score real high with me but open this one up and yum what a smell . and it s so purdy in the glass . the taste is way hoppy like it should be . wheat . if it has some wheat taste it is buried under the hefty hops . under the old ratings i would have given this a lesser rating because of drinkability it would be weaker than it is overall . i want more of this but not too much in any one sitting it is over the top tasty . more . more . more .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to my buddy matt for offering me a bottle of this to review . reviewed from notes taken on as i struggle to catch up with my huge backlog . poured into a pint glass . kingfisher premium lager pours a hazy dirty straw color with some hues of orangey amber . there is a fluffy inch of head of head that forms and is fairly well retained though it does n t contribute much in the way of lacing . the aroma can only be described as terrible . harsh grainy and metallic with an emphasis on metallic . how you get that from a bottled beer i may never understand . luckily the flavor is slightly better . there are some caramel notes along with some bready sweetness but this falls short for any lager . light and bubbly on the palate this beer does n t bring much to the table and i definitely would n t pursue it again unless i found myself in india where the options are admittedly limited .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a dirty brown with a creamy white head . the head is pretty thin and leaves a very tiny bit of lace on the glass . looks amazing . s smells like bubble gum at first . there is also some banana and a tiny tiny bit of malt . this is one of the best smelling beers i have ever had . t this tastes like bubble gum too . the sweetness blows me away and is very nice . there is also a nice amount of fruit and when the beer lingers on my palate long enough i start to get a nice amount of malt . m has a very awesome crispness to it . it tingles on the tongue and the back of the throat which makes it very enjoyable . o this is for sure one of the best beers i have ever had in my life . it s so amazing i just ca n t get enough of it . well worth the price .,aroma,1.0,1
mmm . chocolate was trying to talk myself out of running to the store to buy some ben and jerry s so my husband poured this one for me . thanks sweetie . appearance looks like a dark stout with chocolate coffee colored head . was disappointed about the lack of lacing . this may be because we bought a single serving to share . smell the best part of this beer in my opinion . extremely complex . i smell the chocolate and coffee but i am also overwhelmed by the super sweet heavenly smell of vanilla . taste i was so happy that the taste was so refined understated elegant and smooth . while the chocolatey goodness is there it is n t in your face . i love how mellow this beer is . drinkability love it love it . must admit i have n t had a lot of chocolate stouts i would definitely keep this one in my fridge . highly recommend .,aroma,1.0,1
looks pretty . actually looks very much like their blond with a faster fading head and more persistent carbonation . clear and light golden straw colored . smells as my notes say fake razzy . kind of appealing in a capri sun sort of way but already you know they re not brewing with the real deal . or are they . i ll be surprised . tastes similar though it does the damndest thing on my palate raspberry gt nothing gt soapy medicinal bitterness . there is nothing going on mid palate and the finish just does n t taste that good . good mouthfeel though again fine bubbles and good carbonation . this one s not awful but it s not great either . would be much improved with a more natural less robitussin raspberry flavor .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a ml bottle into a brewdog cervoise glass . best before september . a big head forms from an average pour almost three fingers . it s light and frothy meringue like and fades to a more manageable size before too long . the beer itself is a warm mahogany only translucent in front of direct light . looking forward to this one . good lacing as well . s the weakest point of the beer . muddled malts are rather roasted and somewhat sweet . some coffee perhaps . not the best . t this more than makes up for the subpar flavour . light but creamy with enough carbonation to keep the velvet smoothness from being flat . the flavour is full of smoked chocolate soft roasted malts and nutty notes . the aftertaste is simply lovely leaving behind a wonderful roasted smoky character with soft chocolate malts as accents . a subtle flavour that grows on me more and more . m at times creamy smooth at others a bit thin . drying and delicious over all . d quite drinkable warming filling and satisfying . this porter is recommended . the bottle is lovely as well a thick heavy champagne bottle with the meantime clock emblem on the neck brewed for flavour brewed with style and a well designed label . i m impressed .,aroma,0.6,1
i had this beer this time on draft at the works in loveland ohio in the same county as the brewery . i have had it several times before . a good color copper is a good decryption but light color for an amber style . s i did not get a lot of smell from this beer but is seemed rather cold . t this beer has a little malty but mostly hops actually more hops than expected . m reasonably full d very good i had a second pint,aroma,0.6,1
a very very light appearance . extremely clear . not very good head retention at all . s very nice . sweet . kind of reminded me of a pilner urquell a little bit . maybe actually more of a king fisher style aroma . i like it a lot . very different than most beers of this style . t ahhhhh . great . sweet . flavor primarily derived from the malts . picked up some spicyness from the hops but not a lot . almost started to taste very cider ish towards the end as the flavor stayed on the tongue longer . m nice carbonation levels . crisp feel on the tongue . not a dry beer . very low body which is kind of a negative for this beer . this beer reminds me of something that you could enjoy quite well on a hot summer day while riding a lawnmower . or you can bring it out on a fishing trip or something like that . good for a bbq . probably would pair quite well with spicey foods,aroma,0.9,1
pours brown with some orange hue . there was about a finger of light tan head that dissipated quickly . there is the light smell of caramel along with a whiff of alcohol which is a surprise considering the abv is not terribly high . the taste has nuts bread and caramel in it with a slight alcohol finish not unpleasant or cidery at all . this is a solid brew but i d be more apt to call it an aggressive brown ale not an esb .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle pours a hazed copper color with a fluffy off white head . nice lace ok retention . nose is great on this grassy hops estery yeast and sugary bready rye . very nice everything comes together extremely well . little bit of alcohol and lemon peel as it warms . hops are all over the place lemon zest up front and a grass blade bitterness at the end . the middle is mostly sweet and grainy with burnt toffee and toasted rye bread . body is smooth and silky i actually wouldnt mind a bit more prickly carbonation . yeast seems more tripel than saison but compared to the smell the yeast is quite tame unfortunately . a little rough around the edges but overall a tasty beverage and i like this better than any of the anniversary beers since . i will consider buying one more of these this year .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bomber poured into a couple of snifters . has a light amber color and a white foamy head with good retention and some lace . aroma of bourbon vanilla maple and a hint of oak . smell is quite pleasant . tastes to match with a heavy booze flavor and finishes cloyingly sweet . mouthfeel is very heavy . tough to drink this one it might benefit from some aging .,aroma,0.8,1
skunky smell out of the bottle . bought this at a specialty store so it should have been handled correctly . little head poured out of the bottle and almost no lacing . smooth and drinkable when i got past the aroma . this one was not all that impressive .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle served into an snifter glass.enjoyed on sep .pours intense orangish copper in color chill haze appearance.crowned by a creamy light yellowish off white thick layer froth.brief retention leaving some spotty lacing.yeast intense caramel malt aromas . buttery bread toffee hints slightly fruity apricot peach notes to the nose.spicy orange zest subtle coriander flavors.gentle warming alcohol.sweet bitterness in the middle.medium but intense body.soft carbonation.dry bitter finish.smooth fruity aftertaste.a beer for a long paused drink.a nice warming beer .,aroma,1.0,1
the bartender said it had a hint of vanilla . it looked like a good beer . nice color and head . but this was an overpowering flavor of vanilla . the tap handle said oak barrel stout but it should have read vanilla flavored beer . not good . i guess it would be appealing to women and those who love the vanilla but when you put a beer to your lips and expect to taste beer and get this . well lets just say i was not impressed . i would n t order this again .,aroma,0.7,1
appeared a cloudy yellow color with a white head filled with bubbles . aromas of hops yeast and mellons . the taste was fruit filled with a hint of smoke and vanilla . malt and hop flavors dominated the finish . quite creamy and textured . smooth and mellow with plenty of depth i really liked this beer but it did n t present itself in both appearance and smell as well as it tasted .,aroma,0.6,1
picked this up in a sixer mixer pack at the bier stein . a a light brown amber color with a minimal amount of head and light bubbly carbonation bubbles streaming up the side . s i could really pick up some honey notes at first whiff followed up by a little bit of basil . i guess that s expected . not too much other than a dry malty smell . t more basil and other greenery taste lettuce broccli than the honey . not really what i enjoy in my beer . m smooth not too overbearing . could not taste the alcohol aftertaste at all . pretty decent for a abv . beer . o sort of impressed but not all that really . the roomate enjoys these types of beers with fruits and honey and such but i d prefer a nice dark stout instead .,aroma,0.8,1
the beer poured into the chalice a very slightly hazy medium amber brown with an off white head that fell very quickly and retreated to the edges of the surface and dissappeared without a trace on the glass . the aroma was well heavenly . deep dark fruitiness leads the way with raisins and plums . behind that lurked a spicy nature and caramel . a deep inhale yeilds only wisps of alcohol that contribute complexity . the flavor was just a step behind the aroma with dark fruits again in full force followed by caramel maltiness . the spices were present as well and the alcohol was not around in the flavor . the bittering was just enough to keep the maltiness in check . the finish was just dry and over time dried even further with reminders of the deep dark fruits complexly mixed with slight spices and just a slight bit of alcohol warming . the body was medium full and seemed just a bit less due to carbonation . cl bottle . notched at and . the head on this beer was impaired by the alcohol content of . a great beer .,aroma,1.0,1
so close yet so far . . this is probably one of the best or at least better wits i ve come across that could rival hoegaarden but it looks awful . a murky drain water kind of honey with no life to it . the head is respectable but the body looks quite dull and uninviting . such a shame coz this smells and tastes just like a wit should . posibly a touch thin on the finish but otherwise i d be happy to drink this anytime .,aroma,0.9,1
i poured this beer into my glass from a bottle . a the appearance was average and kinda sitting there not much action . s the smell was absent i sniffed as hard as i could and nothing . t the taste was definitely better than the smell and the look but not astonishing . m the mouth feel was ordinary and not too rememberable d the drinkability was average but better than other asian beers i have tried .,aroma,0.4,0
this is one volatile beer . quite a bit of pressure behind the cap . first pour was a glass full of foam and foam continued to come out of the bottle . when i finally got a glass of fluid the color was a pale yellow with a thin cap that hung around for awhile . not much for lacing . this beer was too messy to give a higher appearance score . interesting aroma . very floral with slight hints of spice and citrus . plenty of wheat malt as well . the flavor is a bit unusual . this is an aggressively spiced beer . besides the spices there is a minerally quality that i am not a fan of . hints of citrus and grain as well . bitterness is higher than other wits . not surprisingly this is overcarbonated . far to fizzy to be enjoyed . this beer was a letdown . after hearing so much about the bruery i expected a better crafted beer . i would pass on this beer next time .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer is my sacred cow of macros . if i have to drink shit beer this one s my pick hands down every time . i am now on a quest to find out why phenomenologically i m a philosophy major . insert i have no job joke . i feel weird pouring it into a proper glass and my fears are confirmed . the adjunct odor fumes . stench is like steam out of a gutter grate about as strong as the strongest smelling floral belgians i ve had . hit me from a goddamn foot away i swear . i gave it a wicked pour massive . inch head . and it died instantly into a mere dusting . it s clear as hell with mediocre carbonation and the color of . um . well urine but that s vague . orange peach yellow . whatever . lacing sucks . smells like adjunct and another kind of adjunct and the faintest hint of real malt smoothness in there that tart peppery smell . tastes like adjunct and sickening syrup . carbonated fake maple syrup . not much taste to speak of . there s malt and fake malt and i swear a hint of a taste i seriously want to call blue . god the aftertaste is the bitter beer face of advertising infamy and it s not hops but rather a coating of the mouth in a grainy . blech . but it does n t make me choke or vomit from taste as opposed to sustained imbibing . it retains . of a head which is better than some . and it s smooth somewhat in a depressing way similar to its doormat of a texture which is just think enough to remind you this is beer but not enough to make you taste too much . sorry to be so negative because i really do enjoy this beer for drinking games . but i think it s a total failure for really tasting as opposed to swigging from a bottle or chugging whole .,aroma,0.2,0
a poured into a pint glass . lighter than i expected based on some other s reviews . a rich foam with a moderate amount of lacing . s a strong blueberry aroma with a mixture of hops . pleasant overall unlike some other fruit beers . t less blueberry tasting than i imagined based on the strong aroma from the pour . the blueberry is definitely there in the middle of the taste but each sip or gulp ends in a confusing taste i can only describe as somewhat acidic . m a tad over carbonated . probably not a great choice for a november evening . this is more a warm weather beer in retrospect . d i bought a single at the hop shop in order to fill out a pack . no need to get more now but i may try again in the spring or summer .,aroma,0.9,1
after painfuly finishing the champagne of beers i discovered i had an ephifany . urine does n t impress your typical common man . just like that hot blonde in high school she is a one night stand . although we are impressed with the looks sadly this bi h just could n t put out .,aroma,0.8,1
picked up this bomber from either jungle jims or party source outside of cincinnati oh . ca n t remember . a pours a pale yellowish orange amber with lots of frothy white head with a vigorous pour and good lacing on the glass . s super hops and citrus . smells delicious and this scent would be a great air freshener . t hops are there but less than in the smell some citrus somewhat sweet with a muted bitter in there . m refreshing with a slight bite . thin but not in a bad way . not a lot of carbonation but that may have been due to the pour since lots of froth was present . d i think it s very drinkable . the alcohol is not very noticeable . it drinks thinner with good flavor so it d be a good session beer . i d like to try this side by side with the regular stone ipa to see what the difference is because from memory they do n t seem too different . i like this . wish it had a little more sweetness that i prefer .,aroma,1.0,1
growler of rompo pours a dark orange with a small finger off tan head . reduces quickly leaving a minimal ring of lace . the nose is heavy on the rye malt showing a more pure breadiness with fruity tones of buttery apples white raisin faint cinnamon light brown sugar plum . the parallels to rye whiskey are awesome in this . the medium bodied palate is caramelly sweet up front with a mild bitterness that ushers in the rye maltiness drying and spicy with lots of fruity tones . ends really juicy and mouthwatering with a clipped dryness and some lingering bitterness in the center of the tongue . a great effort and another example that heightens my appreciation of rye beers . the grain s dry fruity and spicy character makes for a wonderful sessionable brew with loads of flavor and an interesting mouthfeel .,aroma,1.0,1
i had this on tap at the glbc brewery itself a very light and golden . a lot of lacing s sweet smell slight floral . crisp almost like green apple . definite floral hops t rough up front then a slight hop malt taste . bitterness follows and ends the taste . not overly bitter as i was expecting with an ipa m not too bad for an ipa i do n t like my beer that bitter light and clean crisp went down surprisingly easily . d i might be able to drink but ipa s are n t my mug of beer so. as with most glbc you cant really feel taste the abv . . so could be dangerous . another good beer for the spring summer .,aroma,0.9,1
got a bunch of dogfish brews i have not tried yet to give them a go . here s one i ve never tried . oz bottle . a very yellow . lemonade yellow . kind of looks like an iced tea and lemonade mix with emphasis on the lemonade . small white head that quickly fades to nothing . decent . s hmm smells kind of like tart hidden peaches . not getting much else . eh . t slioghtly tart upfront with hints of peaches malty sugars and some breadiness . almost tastes like a lemonade . hints of lemonade flavor on the backend . ok. m very good here . just a hint of strange tartness . d the flavors kind of blend strangely in this brew making it harder to get down . decent . all in all this brew disappointed . not much going on to make this brew worth tying . i love many dfh brews but this is not one of em . not worth your time .,aroma,0.4,0
consumed . beer is black as pitch in the pint glass . a foamy tan head three fingers tall sprang up from a vigorous pour more frothy than creamy . restrained aroma of toasted coconut and rich cocoa . malty note as well though not sweet . perhaps a whiff of vanilla though it may be the power of suggestion . flavor is primarily burnt coffee like deeply roasted espresso . quite bitter . tiny amount of coconut . no macadamia nut flavor in evidence despite its alleged presence . beer is quite dry on the finish though stops just short of parching . an unpleasant burn accompanies . a thicker smoother mouthfeel would have done wonders for the drinkability . virtually no porter character to the flavor overwhelming coffee flavors and a lack of the promised adjunct flavors add up to a beer i will probably never have again .,aroma,0.8,1
picked this up at brewer s haven in boise . a dark black and thick being impenetrable to light . head was an attractive and rocky dark brown . color was so dark and thick the brew lingered on the sides of the glass for some time . s the weakest part of the brew was the smell . the dark malts and some roasted coffee notes came through . however the pleasant aromas were secondary to a fairly pronounced sour note . t completely inverse to the aroma of the brew this was a delicious beer . the dark malts matched well with the alcohol content allowing the alcohol bite to only show up at the finish . it portrayed a coffee nuttiness and slightly piney hops flavors . could of used a little stronger hop profile for the style . m silky and smooth texture with a thickness to the brew that is true to it s hearty appearance . d a good beer i do n t think i would pick this one out in a line up of others in it s class . still if offered this one i would defiantly take it . do n t look for anything spectacular here and you will be happy .,aroma,0.4,0
i always want to give magic hat another chance to impress me but they never do . a vanilla porter . i like new ideas but this does n t work so well for me . it smells and tastes very similar to a root beer ice cream float except with more chocolate . it is a neat brew i suppose but i got bored of the flavor before i was half way done my pint . i do n t think i ll have it again .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer is clearly experiencing some sort of revival these days . and truth be told there was a time when pbr in bottles would seem pretty exciting to me too . but my taste in beer has changed and after reading maureen ogle s ambitious brew i now know that pbr did n t even win a blue ribbon at the columbian exposition . so we can say that the bloom is off this rose and is evidenced in my impression of the beer itself . it pours very nicely into my beer clean glass with abundant head a very faint yellow color . but that s where my pleasant trip down memory lane ends . aroma is bad . smells like malted corn and not in a good way . flavor is more appealing with some maltiness and corn taste which is much less potent than the odor . mouthfeel is a bit thin and i would n t call this very drinkable .,aroma,0.2,0
served from a bottle into a glass . a. deep mohogany with a reddish translucence . s. smells like christmas . hints of cloves allspice and roasted nuts . similar to their pumpkin ale but stronger smell of spices . t. light roasted nuts a dollup of apple cider . sweet . m. fizzy not much sticking but quite smooth . o. perfect for a wintery evening at christmas time sitting by the fire enjoying the smell of roasting pine cones .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at sebago s end of era party . . oz pour in snifter a black but light does get through the edges . nearly inches of mocha brown head . leaves just a touch of lacing . s bourbon a little chocolate coffee and a little smoke . t m underwhelming boozy overly bourbon . it almost takes like the stout just got completely overpowered and lost in the barrel aging . the stout itself is thin with moderate to light carbonation and it does n t lend well to the power of the bourbon barrel . it s mainly bourbon vanilla and a little oak up front with a touch of light watery chocolate malt and a hint of smoke coming in the middle to finish . there s not much else there . o a bourbon lover would probably really dig this but there s not enough beer base there for my tastes . i actually only got maybe a third of the way through this before i had to give the glass away . funny enough to one of the brewers at the party mark fulton .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle thanks to ericandersnavy . thanks man . pours a thick ass blackness with little head . but is carbed so yay . but yeah this is whatg i have come to expect from cigar city imperial stouts . awesome . the nose is actually a bit disappointing . there just isnt much there . chocolate cinnamon booze . but really not to much of it . taste is again what i expect . chocolate cinnamon a hint of raison but not much to tell me it was aged on them . the main focus i have is the thickness . there is nothing i like better than sitting down with a beer for more than minutes . this one forces you to drink it slowly . rum . maybe . but it is not overly so . this is a creamy amazingly thick stout which i expect nothing less from cc . keep it up .,aroma,0.6,1
holy shit best brewery ever hands down . been going to this brewery for a few years . you can not beat it must go must . about the beer . top of its class . blueberry is the real flagship light as can be great summer beer degrees at the beach wasted best in the gals . toasted lager harsh but a good harsh a bit unique and i cant remember the others just go will ya .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a cherry apple color with a small head the dissipates quickly . the smell is of heavy additions of malt and hop . smell is a little sweeter almost like a sugary caramel scent . floral hop aromas are also present . taste is sweet caramel malts with a grapefruit hop flavor that punches you in the mouth . pretty good on the sweeter side of dipas though . mouthfeel is smooth thick and creamy a heavy bodied beer . drinkability is average not great not terrible . definitely a worthy dipa .,aroma,0.9,1
its now fall one of the best beer seasons that there is . i know it may seem counter intuitive most people consider the summer to be beer season . but when the fall comes breweries begin to produce more richly flavored robust beers with a wide range of ingredients . spices pumpkin berries and more get added into the brew and the beers become unique and warming . i love it . it is also when the lcbo brings in the best selection of new beers . in this year s autumn release came the cannery brewing blackberry porter a . traditional style porter with blackberry flavor added for a hint of sweet complexity . the cannery has been brewing since in penticton bc and is one of many west coast breweries which i have been excited to try for a long time . the ml bottle plainly depicts blackberries front and center on the purple label so i was expecting at very least a reasonable rush of blackberry in this beer . this is always an interesting one for me . if the beer says blackberry right on it and has a picture of blackberries it better smell and taste like blackberries . if the beer has hints or slight traces of blackberry then whats the point in calling it a blackberry beer . but i am getting ahead of myself i have n t even poured the beer yet so lets find out . i opened the porter cool around c f and poured it into a stemmed tulip glass . the pour was smooth and creamy producing a richly dark brown beer that faded closer to black as it filled the glass . a fairly dense and creamy light brown khaki colored head build easily two inches above the beer . the beer s overall appearance was rich and full held into the light you can see dark amber reds deep browns shades of mahogany and bronze also peering though . a touch of ruby and burgundy is also shinning in the beer leaning on the blackberry name that this beer bears . the nose is very delightful and to my enjoyment was filled with soft and lush blackberries . leaning in for a good smell brings smooth roasted malts bits of cocoa fresh earthy hops and then back to a warm juicy berry aroma . it is pretty lush but not overpowering a solid balance . what happens to often is sweet fruit overpowers or barely noticeable fruit is very medicinal . the cannery s blackberry though is very natural and well suited to the beers overall character a great fit . drinking the porter is a nice treat because it is actually a porter not just a dark beer with fruit flavors . quickly roasted malts glide over your tongue and crash into your cheeks with big rushes of flavor . gently pale malts bring some sweet cereal flavors but cocoa brown sugar dark malt and roast are most apparent here showing the blackberry where to follow . and it does . right on the back there is a soft trace of blackberry sweetness . it is not quite as prominent as it is in the nose but it is actually quite fitting . much stronger and it could have been too much . it is a subtle seasoning that you do n t need to search for but it apparent and obvious when it hits you . the touch of fruity sweetness brings added life to the dark malts and shows complexity to your tongue and palate . hops are soft but earthy and lightly balancing the beer s bitter comes mostly from roast but herbal and clean hop freshness also picks up this beer . as it warms bits of chocolate become more flavorful touching bittersweet bakers chocolate and dried cocoa . coffee beans are light but add considerable roast as i have mentioned before . the blackberries really round it out nicely and have been constructed well into this beer . i would have enjoyed it more if the body was thicker and creamier as is it was a bit thin but all the flavors were there . as a blackberry porter this was a nice treat but it did n t blow me away . as a porter it was still nice but just nice . i am willing to bet though that it is fantastic with cheesecake . pics at http wp.me pnkwo es,aroma,0.9,1
a lot of pubs around here have this stuff available . pours a dark red with a thick dense frothy head of foam that sticks around forever . there s not much of a smell to it . very faint hints of nutty biscuit and faint hops but not much else . flavour is much the same there s just not much of anything going on . flavour wise it s almost watery . there s a very slight bit of hops near the end as well as some grassy biscuit hints but so faint as to be virtually non existent . there are no off flavours or anything bad tasting to it just a whole lot of nothing . fantastically boring . the mouthfeel is rich creamy and extra full . there s very little carbonation present which adds to the overall creaminess . drinkability is good as well . it feels so wonderfully velvety rich in the mouth but it s not filling and it finishes to nothing very quickly . and there s so little carbonic acidity and flavour that i could chug these all evening .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to grant for sharing this at the wonderful tasting at his house awhile ago . pours a very hazy reddish orange with a wispy head . smells slightly woody followed by ripe fruit but relatively lean . tastes of really ripe almost rotten fruit with some sour and more pleasant fruity notes underneath . unfortunately this whole fruity melange then edges into bandaid flavors wwhich turns me off . the mouthfeeel is tart but alittle soft as well . it lacks the edge it should have . this beer has a great aroma and a few promising notes but overall disappoints . this is the brewery that the current fadsters are seeking out . i do n t see it . if it were easier to get i d reserve judgement until i d have tried a few more . since its such a pain to trade for any i think i ll pass on any more .,aroma,0.9,1
fantastic taste . color light golden hue smell i give everything a because i have a poor sense of smell taste great initial taste nice burst of flavor right at the beginning and pleasant alcohol aftertaste mouthfeel perfect carbonation drinkability nice beer but due to having . a.b.v . might not be a session beer .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle into my brand new portsmouth snifter thanks michael . . a pours a clear dark tangerine color with a couple fingers of off white head that faded into a thin film that left rings of sticky lacing down the glass . s huge notes of mint and citrus hops with a decent amount of balancing caramel lemon zest and alcohol vapor . t whoa . definitely does not taste like the nose suggested . there is a ton of bitterness from the hops but not as much flavor . the lemon is light but present and adds an odd touch of bitterness . overall the beer is minty hoppy but sweet . the aftertaste is full of peppery spices and a hint of bread crust before the caramel and bitter hops set in . m the solventy alcohol makes this a pretty rough beer to drink . i do n t mind a bitter hop punch but the paint thinner alcohol coupled with the bitter lemon rind and low carbonation and slick mouthfeel makes me with this was n t such a huge bottle . o pretty disappointed . well not really since this is a dfh beer so i new it was either going to be pretty darn good or horribly horribly wrong . this actually is n t that bad somewhere in between the two it s just that it s a bit rough around the edges and there are dozens of other hoppy beers i d rather buy . only buy this if you love either robert johnson or dfh . pass if you love dipas .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pours a very very dark mahogany . smell sweet nutty roasted malts and some vanilla with a fruity hop aroma . taste medium malty sweetness tempered by a hefty hit of hops and a light sourness . malt character is chocolate and walnut . mouthfeel full bodied and a bit tongue coating . drinkability a nice solid porter . something about the finish was a bit off and decreased my enjoyment but it s still fairly drinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle poured into a tulip . deep semi opaque orange beer with not much head at all . at first smell i was psyched a hint of earthiness but more of a crisp citrusy piney hop aroma and a waft of alcohol on the nose . did n t taste as citrusy as i hoped though it did pick up a little as the brew warmed . certainly some hop bitterness and a bit of herbal piney flavor but not as much of that grapefruity or lemony acidic edge that i usually like in an ipa . a little more earthy i d say . maybe those ny hops just are n t my cup of beer . i did n t really pick up the sweetness that most other reviewers have . perhaps the beer was getting a bit old . i may be making it out to sound worse than it is though . it s certainly not too shabby even if not perfect . pretty pleasant carbonation . could feel the alcohol heat a bit on its way down and a lot more once it actually got down . not a very clean finish though the hop bitterness lingers more than its flavor . makes my mouth feel dry after each gulp . one thing i ll give it is that it s certainly easy to drink for abv . in the end i do n t know if i m qualified to recommend it or not as my four pack might have gone a little bit stale though at that strength it really should n t and it might just be made with a type of hops that i would n t personally consider preferential . still it s certainly still drinkable and i m sure i ll gladly drink the rest . . four pack,aroma,0.9,1
quite easy to drink seemed processed compared to a unadultered lambic . odd sweetness behind the tartness still had no problem drinking a few glasses of it at la mort subite cafe in brussels though .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle into a shaker pint . a rich copper body with a thin off white head and moderate carbonation . s fresh baked bread caramel a hint of ripe red apple and some earthy hops . very aromatic . t chewy malts with the same fruity ester present in the nose . on the first sip i thought i got a taste of some acetone but it seems to have disappeared so that may have been in my head . the beer is sweet without being cloying the malt balanced well with leafy earthy hop flavor and subtle bitterness . finish is balanced and medium length . m smooth medium body . d good but not overwhelming flavor with a roundish mouthfeel . a session lager which is what an oktoberfest should be .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer gets a b average obviously this is testament to the fact that there are completely insane maniacs walking our city streets including tickers . a it looks like blue moon or shock top only more piss yellow . s this is some repugnant shit as my man jules from inglewood might say . i would not be surprised to learn that this brew somehow incorporated toxic petrol sludge fatally stricken seabirds or maybe some other flotsam and jetsam . there is a rancid sweetness some wet dog and a mushy pea aroma to describe any more would be just disgusting . t again disgusting . the themes of the nose are repeated . wet dog roadkill and microwaved fish meet triple hops brewing the vortex bottle and the rockies turning blue . m i did feel violated but i wo n t press charges officer . d great gimmick for abita i feel like i ve really given back to the gulf community by buying this blasphemy of a beer . maybe if louisiana can suffer more calamity abita could find impetus for more special releases .,aroma,0.3,0
pretty red with different shades in different lights good retentive white head . really nice pour actually . smells like deep caramel and raisins . smells like a good beer that s slightly spoiled but the label says it s good for another month . very strong very sweet . heavy duty alcohol raisins caramel solid sweet malt and a good dry hop background . these english strong ales are an odd sort . as hard to drink as . abv beers only half as strong .,aroma,0.6,1
this review is for a bottle consumed late this summer at a tasting . poured a light amber with almost no head . the aroma is exhibits a beer that still has quite a bit of punch and with some classic sweet barley wine notes . no oxidation . the taste is similar but does show some light oxidized notes of sherry and band aid . there is also a bit of woodiness but overall still quite drinkable and fairly pleasant . a bit past its prime but amazingly still a huge beer .,aroma,0.9,1
oz into a tulip . pours an oily deep garnet minor head even with encouragement and it receded rapidly little lacing . sweet spicy vinous aroma with tobacco in the background . strong tobacco leather in the flavor dominates in a less than pleasant way . a delicious strong dark does not last past the initial taste . an unnecessary bitterness rides the length of the aftertaste . medium to full bodied mouthfeel . disappointing unfortunately jd,aroma,0.7,1
ordered one at my local bier house . came with its own pink elephant stemware . poured a very attractive light golden color with very nice head . pleasant smell of green bananas and citrus . honestly i was a bit disappointed by the taste . it was sweet with nice fruity highlights undermined however by the prominent alcohol and what i can only describe as a very generic belgian nes . mouthfeel was very appropriate for a strong pale but nothing too exciting . drinkable but i was disappointed enough not to order another.,aroma,0.8,1
i had not seen this one before at my local northcoast coop here in eureka ca so i scooped up a bottle . cost was . . it poured a dark ruby color and left a light brown head which settled quickly and left moderate lacing . aroma was malts and a whole bunch of tantalizing odors i can not identify but in total are intriguing . mouthfeel is somewhat sweet and creamy . flavors are as exceptional as the nose with chocolate fruit coffee and nuts . a simply delightful brew easy to drink and one i will return to even at this price .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle . pours a clear amber color with off white head and moderate carbonation . no lacing on this . aroma of caramel cherries . roasted nuts . taste is sweet malt with a bit of hop bittering on the end . medium bodied with an oily texture . fizzy on the tongue . an ok beer but i would not search this out .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance golden blonde with a good head and minimal lacing smell the smell is not good which had me concerned on how it would taste . it was a bit skunky . taste the smell does not correspond to the taste . it is a very clean tasting with a good hoppy grainy flavor . mouthfeel average carbonation . drinkability very easy to drink . makes you want to have more than one .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle poured into an american tumbler . produced on feb. th . a clear amber red on the pour with a big puffy and noisy cream colored head . two fingers and slow to drop but leaving no lacing . s the rich caramel and malty nose is unleashed on the pour . a light kiss of hops compliments the very malty nose . smells almost like a dopplebock . very sweet . t roasted malts give this beer it s bitter finish but a mineral water flavor and chalky dryness really ruin what this had going for it so far . the caramel is much less noticeable in the flavor and the crisp hops are more evident . m medium bodied and incredibly dry on the finish with a chalky mouthfeel . somewhat metallic too . d the smell started on the right foot but the flavor could n t follow through . the mouthfeel and metallic mineral flavor ruin what this had going .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle of sainsbury s beer hunt . poured from a ml bottle into a pint glass . pours a coppery bronze colour with nice head retention and good lacing . smell is not very strong and to me with a cold developing it is non existent . taste is dominated by banana and wheat . some spices are present but they are overrriden as you drink by a bland and weak banana starchy taste . overall a half decent beer though i would not drink it regularly and to be honest not a very good representative of the style .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer pours dark as night its almost like tar with a one finger good looking brown head . the smell is great roasted barley choc some hints of caramel delicious . taste is fantastic . the malts really come through . mouthfeel is a little thin from what i remember but still decent . i could drink these all day until the abv catches up with me .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle into pint glass . clear amber hue with a light red tint . a one finger off white head that slowly settle to a thick cap . sharp grapefruit like hops aromas dominate with only hints of grain in the background . a mix of cracker like malts along with somewhat tame piney hop flavor . medium bodied with high carbonation . the finish is papery with a little bit of the grainy malt lingering and hints of hop bitterness . the overall taste of the finish is relatively sweet . comprable to a somewhat tame american pale ale this one is hard to get behind . the mediocre amount of hops just does n t mix well with the low amount of esters found in a lager .,aroma,0.8,1
i was trolling one of our local bottle shops this afternoon and spotted this beer which first caught my attention thanks to its reusable flip top bottle reinforced by its low price point and sealed in the deal by the fact that it is of austrian origin and i could not remember my last austrian beer . i got a finger of bone white head with moderate retention from my pour . color was a deep golden yellow with ne quality clarity . nose had the characteristic honey like lager sweetness . what a welcome change from those bastardized aals that make the bulk of the canquest tm . mouthfeel was kind of thin and the taste was a bit more astringent than the nose had led me to expect . it sharpness put me in mind of an aml actually and that is not a pleasant comparison . finish was semi dry and even kind of metallic . it was not totally awful but i suddenly understood the low price point . i paid about as much for it as i would without being really angry . oh well at least my uncle gets a nice bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a gold clear liquid with a white foamy fluffy head . smell is one of the best ever strong flowery grassy smell . slight grainy smell also . you know what is about to happen . on the taste you get a quick sweetness and then you are bombarded by bitter flowery goodness . somehow this is a crisp and refreshing beer . medium body but this bottle had too much carbonation as it felt a bit prickly . very drinkable i would certainly enjoy this again . i believe that this is the best ipa i have sampled yet .,aroma,1.0,1
batch l white head is initially nice and frothy to the top of the tulip glass . it diminishes somewhat but maintains a nice ring and some semblance of what it used to be . the clear body is amber like many red beers . there is just a little lacing on the glass . s very malty . no hoppy . no malty . nice balance that goes back and forth . sweet and complex ca n t get enough . hops give it a grapefruit citrus edge . there is some sort of spiciness to it . t not really how to describe the taste it s a unique blending of flavors . the hops are prominent but not really the focus which is on the malt . the alcohol is hidden . there is some lingering bitterness and sweetness . unfortunately the beer seems overly sweet . m the body is thicker than i expected . it is a little syrupy although not in a bad way . carbonation is just right . very smooth . d i m sipping this slowly . the complexity good and sweetness too much slow me down on this . i do n t really want a second bottle after this but i m fine with oz .,aroma,1.0,1
really disappointed with this beer . bought into the marketing hype and picked up a sixer . when poured into a glass this looks like a million bucks great color head . drinking is completely different . initial taste gives you a very good taste of hops and only a little malt . smooth going down but then an immediate overly bitter aftertaste kicks in . after drinking my first glass left me with an extremely dry throat . thought i was just thirsty so i grabbed another but ended with similar results . maybe i got a bad batch but not willing to risk another experience when so many other bonafide good ales are already out there . do some homework find a different ale to test out and save yourself the time money . i really wanted to like this one disappointed that it did n t work out .,aroma,0.9,1
let me start off by saying this one is better enjoyed on tap than from the can or the nitro bottle . beer pours a dark brown black with a creamy brown nitro head . the famous reverse bubble surge is recreated nicely by the nitro wigit . smell is of roasted . mmm roasted malt . i love the smell of this stuff there is n t a better smelling stout in the world even if its from a can . taste eeh . this is where the cans fall short imho . you can sort of realize this resemble what it should a world class irish stout . if you let it warm up a bit out of the fridge you can get some of the malt complexity to come out but do n t expect the moon here . this beer goes down like a champ thanks again to our friend nitro . low carbonation obviously makes a very smooth drinkable beer . enjoy one of the better mass produced stouts out there . but enjoy it on tap .,aroma,1.0,1
a pale gold slightly hazy big fluffy head some lacing . s horse sweat a little musty wild grasses light hints of roses and lilies . t only a little of that musty horsey saison flavor . in the foretaste i find some floral hops white pepper and a bit of grapefruit pith . aftertaste is mostly of bitter pith and a little horse sweat . m medium body high carbonation very drying . o it s mediocre by saison standards . it has a lot of flavor but they do n t mesh perfectly . by no means a bad beer but i ll probably grab a different saison in the future .,aroma,0.8,1
well it is the new year . and i figured i would break out one of these from my pants drawer yes i age my beer in my pants drawer . i still have two bottles aging so they will be posted at a later date . s as with all xx beers the beautiful corked cobalt blue bottle . a resembles unfiltered apple cider with a little more orange color . no head at all no carbonation when removing the cork or during the pour . s for looking out of date and flat the smell is quite good very fruity with apricots and spices . the alcohol makes it presense known towards the end . t wow is this beer . i purchased this beer in ri months ago and it aged very well it is not on its way out . i have two more stored away and i might make another review in another months . this is not a sipping beer the alcohol will rip you apart but not a quick drinker either . the citrus malty finish lingers a little too long but cleans up the initial alcohol surge nicely . m can not really keep this in one s mouth to savor the taste for too long . the alcohol burn keeps this from happening as for the finish read above strange brew . d no very drinkable my wife who endears a lot with me did not like this at all she drank her share but really had nothing good to say about it . final report . i think for the . cost in ri it is worth while to age it seems to mature . if you can find one in a store or have aged a bottle give it another year it could be rewarding .,aroma,0.8,1
this was the worst beer i ever had hands down . i honestly have nothing positive to say about it . poured a murky brown rust color . smelled of sweet malt and tart fruits . i thought maybe the name big worse was them being ironic or clever but apparently they were just being up front with everyone . this beer is the worst beer ever . i almost felt bad for my sink for pouring it in there . i would have dumped it outside but i didnt have any weeds in my yard to kill at the time . fail . . .,aroma,0.6,1
enjoyed on nye . bottle courtesy of mikesgroove . thanks . gold colour with a faint haze and a thin eggshell cap . good head retention with some streaky spotty lacing . the aroma was very bready with a lot of fruits pears stone fruit apples . mild spice alcohol and green olive character . the flavour was much more subdued pears peaches bready yeast and spicy alcohol . medium to light bodied moderate carbonation off dry decent texture with a bit of warmth . pretty tasty with a great aroma .,aroma,1.0,1
everything leading up to the first gobble was dissapointing . apologetic head and lacing . burnt maltiness smell that i cant figure out . its like the smell of an ipa mixed with charcoal and citrus . the taste was the best part for me smooth and easy on the palate not as much hoppiness as i d expect with this style it actually has more of a balance between the malts and hops . oh well i continue my quest for the greatest ipa .,aroma,0.4,0
consumed nov. at inaugural bottle share . from notes . thanks tbadiuk . a sure looks like a thin stout . quite dark though not even close to opaque . more like a dark ale . pale ring of tan head . s sourness dominates with strong flowery notes that seemed to lily flower . interesting and enjoyable . t acetic and tart with a strong sourness . as time passes a lingering sweetness builds . m sourness hammers the back of the mouth and stick on the tongue . average carbonation . o if you had told me this was a stout and i was unable to see i would question your sanity . does this make it a bad beer . no . they could work towards incorporating more roasted notes in the future but as it is this a great beer .,aroma,1.0,1
when first opened the beer was way too carbonated . the beer had an excellent aroma . pouring into a glass caused a huge head . it was too carbonated to drink directly out of the bottle . i do n t know how consistent this is maybe it was just a bad batch . however after it settled it was quite good . i would really like to try this off a tap .,aroma,1.0,1
spicy sweet cinnamony nose . this is a honey colored brew with a thin white head . dry earthyness in the mouth with obvious cinnamon flavor and other pumpkin pie spices . and that is realy all there is too it . i had this beer last year and loved it . i drink it now and think it s not so hot . maybe ba is screwin with my mind again .,aroma,0.8,1
good rich smell malts and something unidentifiable . seemed to be promising . the taste leaves something to be desired for me though . there is a difference between smoky and burnt to a crisp . this tastes like someone roasted the malts way too long . mouthfeel is decent though a bit thin for the style . this is an ok beer but i feel i can do much better in the price range .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a hazy amber color with a nice finger thick foam head . s floral citrus hops . not terribly overpowering but you can tell they re there . t bitter but not overly hoppy . the strong flavor of hops seems to be missing . did they add too many bittering hops and hold back on the flavor aroma hops . m dry good carbonation . i like the beer head but wish there were more hop resins present . d not a bad beer but for an ipa i think it s missing out on the defining ingredient the hops . . .,aroma,0.8,1
a poured into a oz tumbler slightly chilled . slight chill haze in a dark golden background nice tight head that settles to a thin white cap leaving some sticky icky lacing . s i was really expecting a blast of pungent green hops come on its a west coast ipa but all i got was a delicate floral presence almost overpowered by slight sweet malts and yeast notes . no alcohol notes good for . abv and warmer serving temp . t up front hit with citrus hops covering a huge sweet caramel malt backbone reminds me of liquid candy . almost too sweet the malts really overpower the initial hops trails into a long dry bitterness . m full body and sticky sweet . decent creaminess from the carbonation . drinkability decent i could drink a few in one sitting overall smell is pretty disappointing way too faint for a west coast ipa and the bursting hops it claims on the label . it was almost too sweet not malty tasting again it could have used more hops . a pleasing creamy then dry finish really saves this beer from disaster . a decent brew probably wo n t seek it again over something like stone two hearted or smuttynose ipas .,aroma,0.4,0
served right out of the fridge into a pilsener glass . code underneath reads e fl . appearance pours a medium straw gold supporting a light fluffy head . dozens of effervescent streams launch from the bottom creating a very active appearance . thin but decent lacing all down the inside of my glass . on a rougher pour the head displays a subtle cragginess . smell dry musty cardboard and old hops . not very pleasant . the aroma is in a nutshell stale . taste damn . after drinking really good beer for a while now it s hard to look back . even for just reviewing . the taste is largely bland adjuncts rice and the dry hop bitterness in the finish . i would n t turn this down with sushi that s for sure . it would let the raw fish express their individual nuances without any interference from the beer . otherwise this is worthless imo . mouthfeel drinkability ahhh yes thankfully the mouthfeel here is excellent . alive and elegant with nice prickliness . no doubt this has its place with japanese food . it s easy drinking and its lack of character is actually a positive spin you could argue . save this one for your next trip to the sushi bar .,aroma,0.4,0
the beer pours with a copper colored body and a dirty off white head resembling homemade wipe cream made with brown sugar that recedes to give a thin coat at the top of the glass . the body is fairly transparent far more then i expected given the style . unfortunately this filthy water appearance detracts from an otherwise outstanding brew . a thick delightful malt smell dominates the nose with elements that are clearly fruity but not acidic shining noticeably through . this smell perfectly prepares the drinker for a sweet although not cloying wave of maltiness which has very pronounced toffee caramel and bread like flavors . although the presence of bitterness from hops seems almost decidedly absent the malt flavors are balanced by the relatively high alcohol content that at first balances the sweet flavors and then warms the palate . the beer has an excellent feeling on the tongue both initially syrupy with sweetness followed slowly by a brisk touch of alcohol towards the back of the mouth and throat . the high alcohol level withstanding i believe that this beer is smooth enough to enjoy all night just make sure you have an ample supply of snacks and a trustworthy friend to drive you home from the pub . overall highly recommend and one of the truly classic beers every true double bock fan should enjoy at least once .,aroma,0.9,1
this has long been my favorite hitachino nest variety but rarely in stock anywhere in my area . when i saw my shop had been restocked i jumped at the opportunity . upon tasting this again after so long my opinions have changed slightly but it is still an exceptional ale . a dark muddy red almost apple cider in color . poured with almost no head . the lacing looks like soap suds . s floral deep musky scent . t refreshing rich complex and ultimately tart the red rice adds a unique flavor which i personally love . m smooth nice carbonation o i m not sure if my taste buds changed over time or if the freshly imported batch tastes different than what i d had previously but i was stricken how different it was from what i remembered . however i still love this ale . i relish any opportunity to taste this fine complex ale as often as i am able . it is just superb .,aroma,0.6,1
i picked this up at the greenville beer xchange a couple months ago during a trip to the carolinas . it pours a medium bodied dark chocolate brown in color with no head at all just a slight beige lacing around the snifter . the aromas consist of chocolate cream vanilla and a touch of bourbon . it s really smooth and i appreciate the level of authentic bourbon present in the nose . the flavors consist of chocolate roasted malts light coffee with cream vanilla barrel and alcohol . the is n t hidden at all and after the nose is pretty surprising . and it is n t the bourbon that is overpowering it s the abv of the beer itself . it just drinks really really boozy . it s too bad . i thought we were going somewhere but this just did n t finish with the complexity it needed or that i wanted . as it warms the booze lessens a tad but it is still pretty prominent . overall this was a decent bourbon barrel aged porter but it needs refined in my opinion .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a bright yellow color with a nice white foam head that quickly dissipates . there is some minimal spotted lacing . s not much happening here some vague hints of malt with a slight bitterness of hops . t a little better than the smell . there was a nice mild malt character that blends nicely with the hops but nothing stands out . m very clean crisp and dry . d this oktoberfest is quite easy to drink . not very complex . not something i would seek out but would not pass it up . added this to my beer bread recipe and the beer bread was quite nice .,aroma,0.4,0
holy sin . this was bad . bad bad bad . it was rancid and tasted the part . yeast from here to there . not the good culture either . something you d go to the pharmacy for . thank goodness i did n t have to pay for it .,aroma,0.2,0
pint glass pour and am met with a huge three finger beige foamy head and a dark black colored beverage . reminds me of a root beer float without the ice cream . which gives me an idea . roasted malt aroma with dark chocolate whiffs and some coffee hints as well . huge bitter coffee taste . black coffee earthy and malty . there is some major bitterness after the swallow . not in a bad way though . smooth and creamy mouthfeel . this went down almost too easy for a stout . the lower abv allows for multiples . well done from the sn crew .,aroma,0.6,1
samuel adams often seem to brew beers that are really good but just short of great . this one is such an example . appearance lovely dark brown with ruby notes pours a two finger head with a hint of tan in it . aroma swirling the glass i smell chocolate and raisins quite pleasant not strong yet not subdued either . quite nice . taste it s pleasantly sweet but i m missing the chocolate i ve come to expect from truly great porters e.g. fullers london porter . the honey is overwhelming and throwing the beer out of balance . hop bitterness is a tad on the light side which gives the overall flavor a cloying sweetness . but nothing terrible . mouthfeel quite nice manybe a tad ovecarbonated . also just a tad syrupy . drinkability i could put down maybe three of these at a time making it somewhat less than sessionable .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from bottle room temp a clear medium gold with a large head that dissipated slowly . the smell is pretty subdued with faint hints of hops and that overall pilsner aroma . the taste is a very pungent bitterness up front that makes my mouth pucker . i kid you not . mid way the bitterness settles down and becomes more of a citrusy flavour that carries through to the aftertaste . and . i find the alcohol in this imperial definitely noticeable but not in the malt liquor kind of way it s soothing and would be welcome on a cold winter s night . if you add up what i just wrote you might think that i do n t favour this brew all that much but guess what . i liked it enough to say to myself i m buying this one again .,aroma,0.6,1
ounce bottle acquired in a trade with pimpp thanks for giving me the chance to try this very popular ipa from bell s poured into my enormous bell s one liter mug with a deep orange color that had a golden tint when held up to the light soapy white head that stuck around for about three minutes decent retention and some small amounts of lacing at the beginning smell was great tons of different hop aromas strong resin and floral scents some sweet citrus as well good amount of malt on the nose large amounts of nice smelling hoppiness overall taste was nice with a dry hoppy flavor right off the bat that led to some pineapple and orange followed by some more bitterness in the finish this one got sweeter as it warmed and the citrus really started to overshadow some of the dryer hop variations liked the way this tasted better colder charcoal like taste at first was good and small amount of malt complemented the hoppiness well very nice india pale ale overall perfect amount of carbonation the body seemed a little too thick for an ipa and could have probably passed for a dipa taste did not last very long either pretty good mouthfeel overall could probably drink a six pack of this because it is very light on the stomach and it goes down easy although the seven percent alcohol could really catch up to me making me unsure about how good this could be as a session beer this beer definitely deserves to be in the top one hundred it is one of the better regularly available india pale ales out there could definitely drink more of this in the future the people that have access to the mini kegs of this are lucky highly recommended,aroma,1.0,1
cream to light brown hued head full mix of bubble sizes holds on at a little under one finger depth the lacing has above average stickiness . very cloudy conjures up as much brown as orange complete opacity ensures the rims stay a dark orange too . curiously the nose offers more malt chocolate than expected sweetens the already concentrated apricot peach fruit scents as well as the floral dew nicely piney however the grapefruit citrus lacks focus nothing here to suggest bitter hops or aggressive bite . full bodied not exactly a get up and go kind of beer but will tag along if someone else says let s go . the pine noticeable and the pink grapefruit shows more strength by no means herbaceous yet there s a little grain biscuit dryness . the carbonation is a touch large and seems more apt to make you burp than tickle your tonsils . same close to dried fruit quality in the apricot peach nectarine flavors . the cocoa and caramel play a much more supplementary role here . big fleshy finish makes you have to gulp it down .,aroma,0.9,1
brilliant gold with a thin white head good lace . smells great . big overripe tropical fruit and citrus with a little bit of grass underneath . i actually coughed and spilled some while pouring and thought man that smells awesome . while cleaning it up . the taste does n t quite follow the nose but for a lowish abv apa its to be expected . bready malt oranges and then fades underripe mango . still good just a letdown after the nose . good carbonation and med light mouthfeel definitely how i would want this beer to be . this is a great make a day of it beer especially for this season . i would have no problem drinking several of these while sitting outside reading chatting and watching the world come back to life .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a scnifter a light brown with a finger or so of off white head . very yeasty a bunch of floaters and the color is way darker in some parts than others . smell is way too yeasty . no hops whatsoever and only a bit of the crystal malts come through . almost undrinkable . doesnt taste like a pale ale or any other style i can think of . at least it doesnt leave your mouth feeling funky which is a huge mystery to me as to why not . just get past the bitter off flavors and youll be set . got these for . a four pack of tallboys and im beginning to see why . a good shot at the whole unfiltered thing but something just isnt right here . sad to say i wont be exploring whether or not i got a bad batch . one and done,aroma,0.2,0
received via trade with jetsbeer . presentation oz bottle with no freshness info anywhere . did i get a bad bottle . poured into my duvel tulip . appearance golden orange pour lightly clouded . nice inch creamy white head with light lacing . smell nice pungent scent of pine hops amidst lots of powdered sugar . maybe a hint of malt in the distance . taste holy crap my tongue just got scorched by hops . my tongue is literally on fire from pine hop resin . not in a good way either . this is by far the most bitter and one sided ipa i ve had . i can find not a trace of any kind of malt until the very end as it hits room temp . when it gets there it shows a light touch of caramle malt . just incredibly harsh . mouthfeel burning tongue and medium carbonation makes for a tough to consume beer . drinkability pass on this one unless i got a bad one . everyone esle seems to love it . this beer just survived the kitchen sink .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a nice amber orange nice head that disapates to minimal lacing . looks like fall in a bottle . s very malty . sweet. some hops noted . t malty . excellent toffee and caramel notes . nice balance . just enough hop bitterness to keep the malts in check . great solid beer . m slightly creamy . medium body . o a nice solid oktoberfest at a great price . i love this stuff and will miss it when gone .,aroma,0.7,1
starts as a sparkling clrear well carbonated gold but once the yeast is swirled and added it turns cloudy topped with a quickly bubbling two finger stark white head . strong aroma apple fills up the surrounding area some curaco coriander sweet . apple apple core grape curaco and honey in the taste . the taste becomes fuller and fruitier when the yeast is added . smells better than it tastes . crisp and dry very dry almost like a cider light body powdery .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a rusty copper with a nice head that recedes to a cap and surprisingly leaves a little lace . aroma is of malt and dark fruit . dark candied fruit like dates and candied pineapple . flavor is fruity heavy malt on the front . very fruity and sweet it gives raisins dates figs and clove . very deep flavor that begs for another sip . middle is substantial grain very sweet very tasty the dark fruit males the way to the stage with bread and cracker aromas giving way to the grain the grain which is awesome . this is a good grainy flavor for a bw with a nice sweet and hoppy flavor . mouthfeel is thick and viscous to be expected with a beer this big . oily and coating . this is a big beer but not really big .,aroma,0.6,1
from a trade with absumaster . pours a rusty oxide like color i did get sediment into the glass with a . cm light tan head . nose is very faint almost no odor hints of roasted malt . i have run into this on another dutch beer i recently reviewed . taste a lot of flavor and complete opposite of the nose . dark semi sweet candy like mild bitterness and dry maltiness with the sweetness fading leaving the dry malty taste into the finish . this malt character is something i have found in dutch beer before though i have not seen it in belgian beers . i see this is a vienna lager and i honestly have no idea if this is a good example of the style but this beer is full of flavor and very enjoyable .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a golden orange color approaching amber with a soft light tan head . large spots of lacing are left on the sides of the glass . s very fresh smelling . the first thing that hits the nose is fresh sweet apricots . notes of peaches and a creamy aroma come through as well . i was n t able to smell anything that would suggest that this was going to be sour . t very sour with lactic acid . no other sourness was noted other than a strong lactic sour flavor . the fruit was far more subtle that i thought it would be based on the smell . the fresh apricot flavor comes through a little more clearly as the beer warms . m light bodied effervescent and crisp . d a bit of a sipper considering how sour it is but overall very good . i think it may have been sour for the sake of being sour but i still really enjoyed it .,aroma,1.0,1
a new ipa made in canada . ok twist my arm . pours an absolutely clear pale golden colour with a few fingers of thick foamy white head which leaves consistent lacing around the glass . the aroma is of cereal grain the malt being the only thing coming through until it warmed a bit and then a bit of floral hoppiness was detectable . the flavour also starts with that cereal graininess but gains a moderate kick when the resinous hops appear . at first they seem very tame but after a few swigs they become more intense . the carbonation is low the body quite full and the finish quick and dry . the slightly elevated alcohol is n t noticeable . this is a reasonably tasty beer and easy to drink however the . per single cost would limit its appeal for a session . i know that s the price for a small batch limited release but i m just sayin . having just indulged myself in american ipas during a trip south of the border last week this offering from the very great white north seems a bit lacking in comparison . but as it s listed as an english style ipa it then would seem to be a bit hoppier than it should be . perhaps there should be a new style canadian india pale ale one that befits the dual influences of england and america on our own culture and apparently beer .,aroma,0.6,1
aroma weird fruit obvious guess would be peach but alas it is not obvious . appearance clear golden body with a thin white head that fell fast . super low carbonation . flavor citrusy a hint of peach . subtle spice presence that is probably from the yeast . mouthfeel medium to heavy body with a short unassuming finish . overall peach and yeast esters compete rather than complement each other . drinks relatively easy but also has a lot of bizarre and hard to quantify flavor notes . the concept was more appealing than the actual brew .,aroma,0.4,0
paired the beer with salmon green beans and brown rice . served in a stella artois glass . a just gorgeous . rich cloudy amber color similar to a farmhouse ale . had a finger creamy head when poured . please note most likely because of the scent a couple of files can get into the beer so this is the warning when looking in your glass . s nice and hopi florally . malty and just kind of a clean scent . t extremely hopi . i was surprised to find the beer to be very creamy and smooth . m creamy and smooth . d not really something i can just down easily . it s not a very light beer so it is n t easy on the drinking side . i wish that this were an actual beer sam adams put out rather than a contest winner . it was that good .,aroma,1.0,1
a poured from a bottle with minimal head and no lacing . looks like a very deep yellow urine to a light copper color . not looking good for this one already . s i ca n t say anything more than this beer smells like a bud miller or coors . t not good for either an amber or oktoberfest like the label says . bittersweet indiscernible flavor that seems to get better the further down i go in the glass . m very thin with high carbonation . d not something i want more than one of . i ll give one more a try but i may be pawning these off on some of my friends . overall not worth the space it took up in my cooler to bring it back to biloxi . edit tried it again tonight and this beer without a doubt is terrible . i do n t know if i ll give these away or if i will simply sink pour the other four because i do n t know if i d wish this beer upon my worst enemy . dos equis amber is more enjoyable to drink .,aroma,0.3,0
ml bottle with a cork dated pouring into a tulip glass a very dark brown with hints of red and a two finger brown head . s hints roasted malts and caramel big fruit smell some cherry . some hints alcohol and something slightly off a little funky but not a good funky . t wow big complexity and the taste is all over the place . i am getting roasted malts and a hint a caramel up front and a tart apple skin and grape skin dry white wine finish . there is some cherry and fig flavors in the middle the give this a very smooth transition between the big flavor differences . m nice medium body smooth . d this is a very different beer that is enjoyable . the smell is a little off putting but once you take the first sip it is very easy to get over the smell .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a nice clear red tinged brown with a small but lasting cap of off white foam . aroma is seriously biscuity and toffee maltish . this is toasty to the highest degree . good . taste is lightly malty very faintly sweet with a distinct mineral edge . i do n t really like the nutty malty after taste . pretty straight forward and simple and that s good . light body yet impressively smooth . ample carbonation maybe even more than needed . returning to this beer after over two years it s apparent that sometimes it takes experience to appreciate a simple beer like this one . back then i did n t know what to think but now i appreciate it for its simplicity it is exactly what it should be . however i m not a huge fan of the style and i did n t find this beer all that compelling .,aroma,0.9,1
pint served a bit cold . let the glass raise a few degrees . the hazelnut flavor is a bit much and the body is a bit thin . head formed nicely to compliment the nut brown appearance . average brown ale aroma with the hint of hazelnut . i was surprised that this beer is as sweet as it is . the body would suggest otherwise . if this were to be anymore sweet it would fall into the coffee creamer style . interesting to try but i would order a oz to start as i could barely finish the pint .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from oz bottle to pint glass . a pours the most pale straw color i ve ever seen . it s almost greenish . the head is small and short lived . ca n t get much worse than this . i hope . s almost scentless . all i can pick up is stale corn with no hint of hop or malt . t weak corn on top of water that may contain a hop pellet barrel there s almost not maltiness to be found . although this lacks a lot of flavor i do n t find it awful at all rather just a large lack of pleasantness . overall carbonation is standard for the style . as for drinkability since i did n t find the taste horrible i ca n t put the drinkability very far down seeing as how drinking a case of this may be possible in an hour or two . if you care about calories more than flavor go for it .,aroma,0.2,0
pours with a ton of carbonation making for a big fluffy white head . not much in in the way of aroma . a hoppy spicy beer and surprisingly clean tasting for an english ale . pours as clear as most pilsners where s the yeast . this is obviously not a bottle conditioned ale . almost reminds of a little bit of the last pilsner urquell i had but his is supposed to be an ale right . a good beer but lacking some of the traits of other english beers from other breweries i iike young s or adnam s for example the mouthfeel body and fruitiness contributed by the yeast . a bit of a dispointment in terms of the style but is good for impersonating a nice spicy pilsner .,aroma,0.4,0
best if enjoyed by month week . check . beer poured from a bottle into a stone ipa tulip . beer is brown and slightly hazy . forms a soapy white head of medium and small bubbles that leaves some lacing on the glass . carbonation is moderate . beer looks fine . aroma is way way hoppy . pretty good almost a back sweetness to it . pretty piny in the aroma . medium body flavors of this beer are a slight let down . not too bitter hop character falls a little flat . its odd . second still not really liking it . its a little high in alcohol too . i m just kind of annoyed by this beer . i ve had better ipas a lot .,aroma,0.9,1
review number . decided to open something special . a black as can be with what started as a monster tan head that has died down a bit but still lingers s big roasted aroma s mingle with notes of vanilla . a big wiff of smoke fills my nostrils as well . a hint of sweetness lies in there but mostly roast and smoke . this is just what i look for . t follows the aroma . mostly smoke and roast in this . however not as much as the aroma would suggest . some chocolate and coffee but it really plays a minor part . finishes with more smoke tobacco notes . m this part really kills this beer . the body is way too thin . light to medium bodied with a low amount of carbonation . d a solid brew and one that i enjoy . goes down real easy . nice roasted notes but not as much as some other ris s . really needs a thicker body . if you like smokey stouts you would enjoy this one . i ll certainly pick this up any chance i can get but it is n t as great as i was hoping for .,aroma,1.0,1
ml into a tulip . massive dense head that only a belgian can produce . excellent lacing some of the best . clear golden copper . strong aroma yeast earth malts and spices not too sweet . taste disappoints based on my expectation from the aroma . medicinal phenols come out way too strong followed by alcohol not enough balancing flavors . aftertaste slightly bitter and astringent . review ot i do n t understand why brew that has pronounced medicinal phenols is n t dumped and the recipe tweaked . i do n t know anyone who says whoa excellent taste of band aid in my brew yum in any case cheers jd,aroma,0.9,1
had on tap after touring stone s new brewery in escondido . great tour by the way . definitely make time for it . nice folks and a lot of information . it s too bad that this was a stone special release because i would like this all of the time . the smell was very roasty more so than many coffee stouts . hell more than most coffee . the taste was complex started out like a strong nut brown but without the nuts if you can imagine with more roastiness in the aftertaste . no alcohol was apparent in the flavor but at close to i felt it pretty quick since i was on an empty stomach . excellent all around brew that i hope they will keep making . maybe they can feature this one when they get the restaurant up and running supposedly by june . i would have picked up a growler but predictably the place was hopping pardon the pun and the lines were long .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle dated purchased while on a business trip to chicago . this is the highest abv beer i ve had to date so read this review accordingly . a poured into the glass i begrudgingly obtained from the hotel bartender i tipped . . no head at all here and it pours a cloudy bright amber color . s impressive . i ve smelled hoppy beers from a few feet away but this has a spicy malt boozy smell that almost fills a room when the the bottle is uncapped . the booze with the fruitiness remind me of a cognac . t m this is unique for me . the sweet fruity malts hit right away and the finish leaves a tingle in the cheeks and a burn in the nose that leave no doubt this is a sipper . the combination of spices and fruit make it very intruging d i should have asked that bartender for a second glass and shared ounces with him . for a year old bottle i m surprised that hits so much like a scotch would . overall this is very unique and i wish i bought more than one .,aroma,1.0,1
clear copper color with a thin white chapeau . le petit chapeau hangs around all glass long and leaves lacy sheets in it s wake . very impressive . aroma is ricola herbal cough drops spicy bourbon caramel not actual bourbon but the distinctive caramel that s associated with it and grand marnier syrupy sweet orange . eew . sickeningly sweet herbal sweetness . ghastly sweet like honey covered with splenda . bleh . herbal spice and more bourbon y caramel and orange syrup . where s the promised american hops . boo hiss . mouthfeel is more sam adams than belgian which is a bummer because sa ale yeast is slick oily and a hop killer . more interesting than good worst of this years longshot .,aroma,0.8,1
i must be missing something because everyone seems to love this beer and for that matter dogfish head which i also do n t seem to get . i m not up on my tasting formalities so i ll forgo the usual format and say this extremely malty . not necessarily a bad thing on its own but in this case it was overwhelmingly sickly sweet . hot . the dominant flavor was that of alcohol . if i wanted that i d reach for my scotch cabinet . any time i have to pour something out there s a problem .,aroma,0.6,1
a clear yellow with about fingers of foamy white head . s sweet almost cloying honey a saccharine slightly off putting aroma . t m sweet honey at the outset which turns into a relatively medicinal hop bitterness . mouthfeel is crisp and well carbonated . d not bad but smell is a bit too sweet and almost like sweaty skin .,aroma,0.4,0
picked this one as i had a craving for a bock and had n t tried it . the appearance is a barely transparent reddish brown with a fizzy tan head that sits like soap suds . the aroma is untamed crashing alcohol nose big fruity aspects like grape pear . very sweet smell . the flavor is sickeningly sweet a cascade of fruity qualities but wild and twisted . the sweetness is only tempered by the warmth of the alcohol which is poorly masked . this is flavored like a port wine with carbonation . finishes like strawberry syrup . and a bit of over sugared malt . the feel is very slightly carbonated syrupy and sticky as bubblegum . this is a tough swallow . the sweetness . i could theoretically handle . i have handled it with some bocks most notably samichlaus . but this just sticks to the tongue and is really overdone . too much fruit syrup flavor not enough malt .,aroma,0.8,1
i review this beer with a heavy heart in honor of my grandfather . he is german and will soon be leaving this life for the next . love you grandpa . a cloudy burnt orange with a think three finger lacy off white head . smoked gouda cheese which is one of my favorite cheeses some peet smokiness a bit of earthiness and a little sourness . the gouda flavor is pleasant as it the smokiness but it is not overpowering . it reminds me of sitting around a campfire . never before have i felt that a beer would go so well with either cooking food or eating certain foods . the mouthfeel is light and acidic but there is some creaminess . i could easily drink multiple of these especially during an oktoberfest party .,aroma,1.0,1
flying dog brewery in frederick md . really not very notable . i like ambers but this was too sweet and too thin . light amber color with a white head . mild hops and roasted toffee smell . taste contains chestnut which is grainy and earthy but also has a lot of sweetness to it imparted from kiwi and cherry tastes . very watery . slightly bitter and seems like a wannabe ipa but again too thin in character to be hoisted as a red lager . finish is unexceptional . a bit crisp and salty .,aroma,0.7,1
had an impromptu geuze tasting with schen . poured from a ml corked and caged bottle into a captain lawrence snifter . vintage . reviewed from notes . a gentle pour yields a finger foamy white head with great retention . beer is a clear lemon yellow . lacing is stringy and thick with moderate retention and good looking legs . a real beauty of a geuze with head retention among the best i ve seen . s nose is ultra funky and very aromatic . brett cobwebiness lemon burnt rubber wet straw and tart apricot . like walking into a brett infested old barn with a leaky roof after a rainstorm . incredible . t opens surprisingly sweet and mellow . very light tartness lingers in the back but never really manifests . lemon peach and sweet apricot . brett funkiness is detectable but surpressed by all the fruit notes . end is cane sugar and lemon with a bit of spiciness . finish is lemon with a yeasty slightly bitter aftertaste . not bad but following the nose this was a huge letdown . not sour enough not funky enough not geuze y enough . m light bodied with low carbonation . pretty standard . filmy and oily in the mouth and near still . smooth going down . slightly tingly and accented finish with a lingering aftertaste . d if i was doing a smell taste i d swear this was one of the best geuzes in the world . alas this is beer and we drink beer . which makes it just slightly above average . worth checking out and a solid beer overall but do n t get your hopes up too high .,aroma,1.0,1
goose island oatmeal stout pours one finger of creamy tan head over a deep black brew . carbonation is n t happening but the nose is unsweetened chocolate sharpened with alcohol . the flavor is toasty mocha with a bitter chocolate finish . there is a bit of grassy hop in the aftertaste . mouthfeel is fairly light for the style and crisp as well . i like a little more belly in a stout but this one is pretty decent even if the flavors do n t stick around that long .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a nice rich red color very little foam . smell is hops and very very little floral notes . taste is nice like smoked hops but not too hoppy nicely balanced after taste is just hops . mouth feel is light goes down real easy . as far as drinkaility goes you could drink this beer all night long .,aroma,0.6,1
a one fingers worth of light tan creamy smooth fizzy head . the deepest of dark brown colors . sluggish small bubbled carbonation crawls up the sides of the glass . some minor lacing clings to the glass . s simply stellar coffee aroma . if there is one thing better than coffee it s kona coffee and this brew is loaded with it . also present are ample amounts of roasted malts and chocolate . t really rich . the coffee roasted malts and chocolate are in near perfect harmony . wonderful balance . the flavors are more subdued on the palette but still bursting with flavor . m medium bodied . exceedingly thin . exceedingly creamy given the watery thin nature . minimal carbonation . d this is really awesome and sessionable brew . a little more rich creaminess and this could be a top notch world class american porter . even without that this is one of the best coffee infused offerings out there today . i would welcome this in my glass any day .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle picked up a pack for . . thought it was a good deal to try something i had n t had before . pours a good dark black with a caramel head . good head receeds quickly but leaves good lacing . smell is kinda boozy with no real maltyness . tastes pretty good kinda weak not a heavy malt presence but not bad . kinda like a ris light . mouthfeel is decent thick but still a bit thinner than style . overall not a bad beer glad i got it on sale probably wo n t buy again even at that price .,aroma,0.6,1
at first i was turned off by this beer because of its bitter aftertaste but after about half the oz . beer the bitterness was less noticeable . i think if i was eating something sweet with this beer it would have been more palatable and i definitely enjoyed the sweet sent of apples and the abv of . over all this beer was drinkable but not something i personally would get again right away,aroma,0.8,1
this beer pours a dark deep copper with a nice creme head . smell is structured on a nice backbone of mineral and earth . you get hints of fruit alcohol and hops off of that backbone . i like it . the taste continues the trends set in the smell . at first it is a bit simple tasting but the flavor starts to deconstruct quickly as you continue drinking it and you can appreciate the different fruit malt and hop notes that combine to the seemingly simple first impression . the beer was a little hot and a bit fizzy for my liking but overall i thought the was hidden pretty well and i would certainly look forward to this beer in the future . stone continues to impress .,aroma,1.0,1
having been warned of this brewery s quality control i did not expect much . i received even less . mediocre porter . good aroma lace but sour and strong carbonation . my mates poured out . nothing i can point my finger at such as oxidization . rudy provided but his home brewed porter exceeded this is taste and drinkability .,aroma,0.8,1
the only way to order a beer in the dominican republic presidente . i can only assume that the name presidente is sort of a play on words with the whole budweiser king of beers king president presidente you feel me . the appearance was fine very pilsner lager like clear golden maize color . the smell was a little lame a little old maybe a little oxigenated do n t know . as far as the taste goes the beer was nice . it tasted similar to a domestic version of the same beer but slighly better . the mouthfeel was interesting in the sense that all sides of my tongue had a chance to enjoy it almost a tickle . quite drinkable . i would n t choose it over other styles but as far as availability they can go down all day and all night if you understand .,aroma,0.4,0
clear copper with a rich thick four finger creamy foam that leaves sopa sud lacing . pine dominates with a boozy phenol making a chemical cleaner like sinus cleanser . bright citrus is undneath this . complex but confusing . tangerine pinapple and grapefruit rind . honey and tropical notes . floral qualities with rich backbone of light caramel notes . clean bready front with a touch of caramel thtat finishes with floral tropical and evergreen . bright citrus notes floods in . notes of leather and stinging bitterness throughout . slight boozy note . slightly medicinal with chewed aspirin lingering in the throat . clashing abbrassive and aggressive with band aid and pine sol notes . quite intense . big rich and bold . assaulting and aggressive with pungent oily resiny pine and overly intense bittering hops that linger way too long only to fade into medicinal aspirin like flavors . not my cup of beer .,aroma,0.8,1
black color large head . roasted malt chocolaty aroma . roasted malts chocolate flavor . full flavor smooth taste . chocolaty flavor . fully rounded mouthfeel . excellent taste slight bitterness . finish is clean and smooth . aftertaste is slightly sweet chocolate .,aroma,1.0,1
kulminator was closing for an hour or some thing so i walked over to oud arsenaal . figured i d give some thought to the draft dubbel and go back to kulminator for a bottle from . consumed august . fresh from the tap at oud arsenaal this pours a flat brown with a thin cream hat . average lacing . a dull smell with undertones of this and that some thing metallic teriyaki diluted caramel macchiato . taste is slightly bitter massively diluted . it s practically fluffy dark water . the lack of character is remarkable . the only thing going for this beer is that it is fluffy and perfectly carbonated . however . from a bottle with a best by date of . . . apparently bottled in this one falls into the glass with evidence of age . transparent deep brown body with ruby highlights a quickly falling light cream head with larger bubbles existing more from the long fall from bottle to chalice than from carbonation . phew . rummy raisins resident pipe smoke in a dark basement cognac . sweet liqueur . simply incredible in thy nose . taste is less overwhelming but interesting . watery a slight hint of tartness black tea . and every once in a while the tongue finds a crystal of concentrated dark chocolate goodness in the small volume of liquid moving around the mouth . feels thin and the bubbles are tame containing semi spheres of kulminator atmosphere rather than carbon dioxide . much better aged than on draft . could stand to be a lot less watery both in body and flavor . but alas.a fun experience . scores are for the bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
pours bright orange with a nice soapy head incredible hop aroma tangerine grapefruit malt biscuit and some caramel sweet upfront with a bitter pine citrus hop bite and a hint of booze very creamy delicious and pretty well balanced for a double ipa overall it was a very enjoyable beer . and i m kind of surprised that it has a low rating . i considered it one of the better double ipa s i ve had .,aroma,1.0,1
great chocolate smell as soon as the cap came off smelled just like a candy bar . poured dark brown into the glass and had a very creamy tan head that stuck around . nice malty chocolate taste with just a slight hint of the . it drinks pretty well but it took two sessions to finish the bomber off since it s more of a sipping beer . all in all a nice beer for a special occasion or a lazy sunday .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer poured a dark copper red with only a light lace on top of the glass . honestly this beer smelled almost identical to heiniken . seriously there was only a slight spicy smell with a very sharp sweet alcohol smell . the taste basically matched the smell . there was a distinct spicy malt with a definate presence of wheat and alcohol with a lingering aftertaste and only a little bit of hops to underline it all . not a bad beer but not a really good one either . may be a good one to convert a heiniken drinker to the ba lifestyle .,aroma,0.4,0
aggressive pop . pours a rich hazy flame orange color with tons of visible carbonation . huge stick head with amazing retention . the smell is very pronounced sweet yet mild citrus . more so than any belgian ipa i can think of right off hand . small amount of sweet barnyard like yeast green apples lime and a nice alcoholic undertone round out the nose . the taste initially comes off a bit flat . a hint of sweetness and a muted pale malt profile on the front . the usually apparent yeasty flavors i know are there get buried under loads of carbonation . the hops are nice and floral yielding much more flavor than expected herbal floral and a tad bittering . the alcohol in the finish is very noticeable and provides a welcome warmth . the mouthfeel is on the heavy side of medium bodied . tons of carbonation take away from the flavors i so dearly want to experience . so far the carbonation level is this brews only real setback . overall big ups to a great trader for putting this in my hands . i would get this again for the smell alone the taste is no deterrent either the will be no problem for one sitting . good .,aroma,0.9,1
consumed at crown city brewing pasadena . very dark brown . nitro head about a finger thick stuck around to the bottom of the glass . almost no aroma . creamy nitro texture . slight sourness goes along with mild roasted malt flavor . subtle bitterness on finish . then unexpected black coffee bitterness appears on tongue long after beer is gone . not especially thrilling .,aroma,0.4,0
light gold colored . decent clarity . aroma is grassy graininess andsome herbal hops.flavor seems to lack a sturdy malt backing . .bitter hops too bitter lead the way then some lemon zest and then some light grassy graininess . body is on the thin side of medium . highly carbonated . finishes a little acidic smells pretty good but lacks top qualities once i start drinking it . not horrible but there are many better .,aroma,0.8,1
pale gold color nothing out of the ordinary . head dies unpleasantly quick . i was sad . smell seemed lightly sweet as i dug my nose into the glass . some faint hops also but really almost nothing detectable . taste is similarly light and sweet and not so interesting . a smooth creamy rush of soft bubbles through the mouth makes this beer drinkable and mildly unique . i do n t think i d buy it again though .,aroma,0.3,0
tecate is my favorite bad movie . even after all this craft beer and even after my newfound hatred of corona and consequent love for miller lite i ve come back to tecate . out of mexico this american adjunct lager tastes like corn straight up . it looks solid with a little carbonation peeking through the filtered clear straw colored body . in my glass there s actually decent lacing though not much head to speak of even when i poured it out hard . it s cold and i better not let it warm because the smell will probably change from what it is now . i m getting corn water and sugar in the nose . the taste is about the same and there s a very sweet character to it . i hesitate to call them malts but i assume that s what it is . a tiny hop presence too . i mean hey this is bucks for a pack at my local bodega . i m not expecting greatness . i m expecting . alcohol by volume a light body and an easy drink . tecate provides . like a bad movie with cheap thrills . yum .,aroma,0.4,0
extremely hoppy smell . the head disappeared quickly although well carbonated. . color is very light golden . i am getting no malty flavors or aroma s whatsover . i enjoy most pilsners but find the extreme hoppiness of this bier to be a distraction . the aftertaste and mouthfeel are absolutely attrocious in my opinion . this is not a bier i enjoy but i can see why it is popular with the crowd . it is original in it s approach and not a tasteless macro crap . just not for me . john,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to speedway jim for the trade . sampled at our post christmas tasting in chicago . a poured a hazy golden brown color looked like a slightly richer ipa . spots on the sides decent head retention . s well it definately smells like tequila . pour agave in there almost with only a slight bit of hops and citrus . smells like bad tequila or bad beer take your pick . t tastes a bit better than it smells thankfully . citrus hops some caramel malts it s not a bad dipa . bad finish though goes back to an alcohol burn like tequila taste i could have done without . m medium bodied with moderate carbonation . d i ve had worse beers but i d say this is a failed experiment . i like ghandi bot quite a bit this is not an improvement . kickass bottle though .,aroma,0.3,0
edition one of those beer store aisle scans where the bottle you ve looked past times suddenly catches your eye . huh . eh why not . so here at last my shot at the infamous santy claus . appearance hmmm . well i expected this to look and pour like maple syrup . in fact it looks like a standard american amber ale a bell clear golden tinged amber . the off white head comes . and goes . very poor retention . smell ah now we re getting somewhere . super saturated bock aroma fusels brown sugar surprisingly sharp citrus notes . as it opens up cherry and vanilla become more assertive . taste mouthfeel whoa . sugary . fusels out the wazoo . burnt caramel . it s an ok d bock but the mouthfeel tilts the scale into negativeland . the mouthfeel is in a word awful . flabby sticky and damn near dead flat . yuk . drinkability not for me . i appreciate the fact that the good brewers found a way to coax this brew to percent but i found it to be a sugary sticky lifeless bore and the monster alcohol makes it a rough go . one and done .,aroma,0.8,1
bell s sparkling ale from a local distributor held some of these back in from unknown reasons poured into a lindeman s flute a . pours a clear gold with a billowing white head that sticks around for awhile then fades with very little lacing . s. pears on the nose once i open the bottle . in the glass raspberries and white peaches make an appearance along with white grapes . i m excited to take a sip . t. more alcohol upfront than i expected from the smell . the fruit is still there but more subtle than i expected from the nose . dry champagne like flavors on the finish . m. medium bodied with a low level of carbonation less sparkling on the tongue than i d expect from a sparkling ale . d. more like champagne than i expected higher alcohol in the mouth than on the nose light and fruity on the nose but a little lackluster on the carbonation . not a great representation of the style but a surprisingly champagne like beer they hit the bottle s stated target on the mark but i m still disappointed that all of the wonderful scents did n t fully transition into the taste .,aroma,1.0,1
arcadia big dick s olde ale pours up with a light carbonation that creates a loose small tannish white head that rests easily atop a bright reddish amber light brown body . poor head retention . the aroma shows some nice complexity of aged bourbon madeira charred wood vanilla plum with some rich chocolate caramel touched by just a hint of spicy floral hops . alcohol noted . very nice . the flavor starts off with some grainy sweetness with a solid caramel character but gives way to an edgy underlying bitterness that creates a fruity off dry boozy winey finish . the flavor lacks the depth complexity the nose promised and the body is surprisingly thin . yet this one manages to be a nice after dinner cheek warmer . here s to arcadia s brew crew and their big beer series . do n t be a big dick . cheers . beertracker,aroma,0.9,1
dark hazy orange color with lots of floaties i imagine this has been sitting for sometime in the store i purchased it from riverside beverage . the smell reminds me of peaches in a can with syrup and is slightly interesting . the taste is oily hops on top of a decent amount of malts but is just not very good . this one was not bad but was still a disappointment .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle dated march th poured into a snifter . appearance fairly standard for an imperial stout . truly black with absolutely no light passing through . i was surprised at the amount of head on the initial pour a full fingers worth and a beautiful black cherry color . this dissipates to a slight ring around the glass . slight alcohol legs are left on the side of the glass . lacing is thinish and dissipates quickly . smell huge malts bombard the nose with notes of chocolate and coffee . there is also a fairly prominent smokey note reminiscent of a peaty scotch . taste right away there is the bitterness similar to a very dark chocolate . the malt body builds a bit with the roastiness detected in the nose . there is a spiciness that is present throughout which builds during the middle kind of like black pepper . i also detect a sort of meaty quality in the middle as well . the finish is dry and full of the spice noted before . mouthfeel the body is not as thick as i expected though is is certainly thick enough to saturate the palate . moderate carbonation . pretty standard . the spiciness was really surprising here . the oak comes through in a way which is dissimilar from other oak aged beer that i have had .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a snifter . big thanks to afausser for this one . . a hazy yellow orange color . two fingers of thick creamy off white head . average retention for most of the head but the last inch or so sticks around for a long time . tons of uniform lacing down the whole glass . . s wow . this is n t the strongest smelling dipa i ve had it s up there but it is the most harmonious mixture of citrus i ve ever experienced . pineapple and mango are the most intense followed by orange tangerine and grapefruit . touch of pine underneath with some floral hops in there as well . . t the taste is a bit disappointing after the nose . bitterness is there but there is n t nearly as much fruitiness to balance it out . still there is some pineapple and some lemon . there s more pine and grapefruit than in the nose . . m lighter medium body but it strangely lays heavy on the tongue . could be a lot creamier . i d also like a heavier body . good moderate carbonation . . d pretty good but one of the reason i really like dipas are for the awesome creamy mouthfeels . still i m glad this comes to pittsburgh from time to time .,aroma,1.0,1
appernace straight forward pale yellow color with little head to mention . smell sweet and grains and that lingering trademark skunk . taste mouthfeel not to much to really talk about . tastes sweet slight hops and mostly grains . finishes crisp and dry i always have been a fan of this beer and have found myself drinking this on special occasions . i do n t know why however . for the price i could do better i suppose . it s the sleek bottle that i like i guess . overall i do like this beer and buy it every so often . is the green bottle myth true .,aroma,0.4,0
this pours a slightly cloudy golden brown . the head is about inch and slowly fades . the smell is lemonish fruit some malt and an odd smell . some reviewers have called it earthy . i first thought stale meat and grabbed the bottle to check the date . it was only months old . the taste is pine lemon bitter with some malt coming after . it makes my tounge just start to curl . i wo n t have another .,aroma,0.3,0
a jet black liquid pours with a cm brown head . pretty and strong looking . s great hoppy but aromatic aroma with a warming malty finish . literally made my mouth water . lovely hops they are using . t clean taste fairly dry despite the high abv . not sweet not too malty . the lager aspect in the cleanness is evident . no diacety . m nice mouthfeel . carbonation is medium the high abv is noticeable which is the only downside . d the beer is strong both in flavor and abv . so a oz bottle is about enough for a single sitting .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to brother bennettrox for the can . pours a golden orange color with good clarity and a nice nearly white finger and a half of fluffy white head . lace clings everywhere . aroma while nice is on the more subtle side . bits of juicy citrus hops white a nice bready caramel malt base . nice intense bitterness up front lots of citrus fruits nice slight caramel sweet malts and a big hoppy bitterness finish . the feel is a wonderful medium body very slick and oily nice slight crisp carbonation and an easy finish . drinkability is good . i enjoyed this ipa quite a lot . it s a solid everyday type of affair .,aroma,0.6,1
exceptional looking pour with a very thick long lasting creamy brown head that never went a way and laced the glass all the way down . pitch black . full bodied and very flavorful without over top bitterness . alcohol very well hidden . the wheat must make it slightly softer and smoother than typical riss . highly recommended .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from the bottle into a large snifter then againa into aa tulip glass . snifter used is not unlike the shape of the suggested glass pictured on the bottle . for you demo. are to be no more . bottled august and no longer to be made . appearance brings a head that is very creamy white smooth and almost whipped up . body color is a crystal clear dark twenty four carat gold and crystal clear . there is this nice real tiny spotted cat like lacing too . tulip shows a better head with more retention and spider like lacing . this is a real nice looking beer . nose is kind of small and basic . mild green apple sense of sweet malts and candi . not very big or noticeable or even complex . taste is.at first sort of grassy it has also a finish and mild funk just like sofie although not as obvious . mild quinine and tonic water like botanicals borderline saison feeling but not quite . mouthfeel on this is very wine like and real nice almost velvety . overall rather enjoyed this and a very distinct take on the style . obviously a beer that is glossed over in the line up compared to things like bourbon county stout but i guess it was the red headed step child who could n t get any attention . so long demolition .,aroma,0.6,1
got this single ozer at harvest fine wine west hartford ct for . . served cold in a chilled pint glass . hazy brown brew gives of bubbly tan head . some sludge from the bottom of the bottle makes big floaty chunks that are a bit gross . smell is fairly subdued and composed of a mild clean brown sugar sweetness some toasty malt and a pleasant earthy nuttiness . taste is a bit different and more pungent on several fronts . earthy hop bitterness mixes with the mild nuttiness and some strong yeast funk . mouthfeel is medium bodied and a bit heavy on the carbo bordering on fizzy . overall pretty meh .,aroma,0.8,1
poured out and settled to a deep red color . a pleasant aroma with a medium body . high alcohol presence in a medicinal sweet syrup like taste with flat mouth feel . i ve had better tasting scotch ales but this one is sure to warm you . i would have this after dinner and not before .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance is perfect redness healthy head and so many bubbles looks perfect in a champagne glass smell runs parallel with cantillon and less of the syrup based sweetness here . fermentation and soothing spices like lavender . smells great . taste is the perfect balance of gueze and fruit . not much to say on flavor here as it fits the usual profile but it does n t oversour you . there is just enough fruit sweetness to make it noticeable. after all you want to notice the indulgent cherry flavor in a kriekbier . best of its class in my book . miles above de ranke .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle poured into a goblet beer pours a cloudy pale yellow straw color with big white head aroma is of wheat yeast spice undertone cloves . and citrus taste wheat citrus cloves mouthfeel slick highly carbonated alcohol is well hidden medium bodied drinkability this goes down pretty easily vitus great value . for a . oz bottle a good tasting weizenbock overall,aroma,0.6,1
re reviewed as have had opportunity to broaden perspective poured into a pint glass this beer has a sandy tan color with a slight white head that does n t last and leaves minimal lacing . the smell is of malt and some slight roasted caramel . the taste is very thin and slightly nutty . very light carbonation and not as much body as i would like . this brew is not as fantastic as i originally had laid claim . hey as i get older my palate has gotten better in my opinion .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a dark as night black with ruby highlights that had a half finger of brown head and left a little bubbly lacing sticking to the glass . the aromas was quite pleasent consisting of roasted chocolate malts toasty grains slight sweet cream and for sure some coffee notes . there was also some noticeable booze but was not potent . upfront on the palate the roasted chocolate malts and coffee really come together quite well with toasty grain accents and slight booze . the only bad thing was that i did detect some slight tart flavor that i believe is a result of the infection this beer been tainted with what a shame . the brew was medium in body with a relative high amount of carbonation which had a sweet roasty slight astringent and tart finish . it drank good but was dissapointed on the infectious qualities this beer had . this the second shorts beer that has been infected but trully believe it had lots of potential without the sourness too bad,aroma,0.9,1
a very inviting pitch black with a moderately tan cap and some lacing . indicative of an imperial burnt chocolate stout . very sexy . s great smell definitely get a heavy does of burnt chocolate some roasted coffee and other malts . i could ve smelled this one all day . great example of roasted scents . i would gauge that there was a spectacular effort put into tempering this brew to get these scents from the malts . t a little bit of a let down . i like sours but certainly not mixed with this style . very bitter as you will note from almost every review but this one had an almost sour milk character that turned me off during my dinner which was centered around beef . m fine . medium light carbonation not a lot of body . not a traditional imperial by any means . o very different allagash makes great stuff but this one was just puzzling . very well made but kind of an awkward mix of flavors . i would recommend for the people that like the bitter cooking cocoa taste .,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle from butch s in holland mi . this bottle was poured into a goblet while listening to know your rights by the clash . pours a lightly hazy orange almost the same color as the label on the bottle . huge amounts of fruitiness candy and grapefruit on the nose . sweet light and apricots also show up a bit . reminds me of some type of orange apricot candy i ve had before but can not put my finger on it . a lot of fruit tangerine and grapefruit on the palate . sour . very light very fruity yet tart but it is quite a curious taste . very easy to drink and although i do n t see myself buying a lot of lindeman s myself i will highly recommend this to anyone trying a geuze . definitely fits in the style . has to be one of the best in the category .,aroma,1.0,1
from a slightly sweet nose and sweet maltiness that inevitably recalls the nougat beer tastes quite light . and although the supply of malt flavors of caramel pleasant the body is still quite flat . the finish is slightly spicy and alcoholic and even a bit earthy . good beer far from being exceptional but whose reputation is almost mythical drink based solely on the container that is to say the glass bracket extremely charismatic hosts kwak much more than beer in it itself .,aroma,0.6,1
a bowling ball black with a beautiful creamy dark mocha head . super retention and great lace . s med dark roast malts coffee grinds deep woody bitterness . light hammy smoke . t dark roast malt medium roasted coffee toast . dry cedar . cream . copious amounts of sweet milk chocolate swaddles the backend . m lovely softness . smooth with a medium full body . dry roasted bitterness accompanies sweet chocolate flavors deep into the finish . o delicious with great drinkability . i reached for my empty glass twice out of reflex after it was gone .,aroma,0.7,1
a a nice black with brown tones . nice brown color to the beer foam . s lots of roasty malt smell some cocoa t notes of acrid coffee black patent mild hops . slight flavor of bitter cocoa . almost to much bite from the roasted malts . m way too watery especially for a stout d its average not bad but not great . this beer is way too thin too watery . also the cocoa is barley there it more just tasted like a regular watered down stout . this beer has potential especially if they give it a little more mouthfeel and a little more cocoa . i wanted to like this beer i really did but its just misses for a stout .,aroma,0.8,1
alpha king . great beer . app hazy dark amber with a nice light cream color head that sticks muy bien . smell amazing . a floral citrus smell hits you hard with a smell of some sweetness to it that seems to be hiding in this hoppy beer . taste citrus hop gives it to you first then it is followed by a caramel sweetness and then you get the strongly sought after hop after taste . i love it . mouthfeel a good amount of carbonation to it between medium to heavy in its feel about average in my opionion drinkability is n t the best but with conditioning you can become very use to it and then it becomes very appealing . just brilliant .,aroma,1.0,1
p nice clear dark amber ruby with a medium sized tan head . covers nicely throughout . s cranberries some grapes and apples . good hop character . sweet but not a malty sweetness . some piney and slightly citrusy hops . some hints of gingerbread . very complex and well done aroma . t finish is slightly bitter but nothing overpowering with a warm alcohol character that becomes a little cloying . alcohol is not quite hidden well enough . very fruity character like aroma . could be much better in my opinion . some sweetness up front but overall it just is n t balance very well . too many tastes floating around with nothing to tie them all together . m d decent carbonation but not too much . good creamy mouthfeel . unfortunately not very high drinkability due to both alcohol content and alcohol character .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle days old . pours clear gold with a large white head that leaves some spots of lacing and holds a decent cap . aroma is quite hoppy and kinda runs the gamut on hop aromas earth grass pine floral and a touch of citrus if i had to pick one standout it would be the floral aspect . also a bit of bready malt to balance things out . nice aroma for an apa good strength . flavor is good but not quite as impressive as the aroma . features some floral and grassy earthy hops a bit of citrus decent caramel bready malt balance with a bit of sweetness finishes with moderate bitterness for the style pretty dry invites sip after sip . mouthfeel is rather light medium carbonation very easy drinking and sessionable . man what a difference freshness makes . first time i had this it was pretty weak and i was only midly impressed but it was probably past it s best by date . now that i work at a store with a steady flow of super fresh sweetwater i felt inclined to give this another shot and i m glad i did . nice apa that s on the lighter side of the spectrum . original review july oz bottle . pours dark amber orange with a small head . nice balance of hops and malts not going to overpower you which makes it a great session beer . aroma appearance taste palate drinkability score,aroma,0.9,1
oz glass poured into a standard pint glass . a jet black opaque with dark ruby red color when held up to the light creamy white head . s plenty of malt not much else . t pleasingly bittersweet as to be expected by the roasted malt which stays with you through the course of the beer finishes with some respectable hop balance that adds spiciness . m nice rolls unto the tongue nice and thick like any porter should and is satisfying in the mouth and when you swallow . d i would have another one .,aroma,0.6,1
tastes like no other amber i have ever had before . floral taste with a crisp hoppy bitter aftertaste . after a few sips it became one of my favorite beers . has an awesome color too it good all the way around . not very scented though but that to me is by far the least important qualty of a beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a very clear gold . no sign of haze . great two finger head leaves some moderate lace behind . the smell is unique all the normal bready earthy notes are right up front but the herbs in the background really add a nice complexity to the beer . mmmm sage . the taste is just as unique as the smell . the herbs give it a bit of a medicinal quality that is n t as enjoyable in the taste as the smell . citrus right up front but the herbs are all i really taste after that . i like the experimentation but this one for me was a miss . for the price i m glad i got a chance to try it . . i think .,aroma,0.9,1
light chocolate clean aroma . one finger dark beige head . sits around for awhile . good lacing . color is very dark with some ruby highlights when held to the light . big chocolate flavor . reminds me of the hershey s cocoa powder form . light sweetness . enough hop bitterness to balance out . extremely smooth . medium low carbonation . alcohol gives some bite . overall a very nice well balanced beer . low alcohol makes it very drinkable . it is lacking some of the complexity that i expected . i get chocolate that is about it . the sweetness and soft mouthfeel gives it a nice round fullness to it . if sam adams had this in packs i could see myself always keeping some around for a nice dessert beer .,aroma,0.6,1
orange golden red semi transparent body . big white head tan after agitation rocky and fluffy with mostly medium to large bubbles . good retention and clumpy lace . the smell is a big whack of fresh sweet raspberries . only a hint of alcohol . damn the taste does not live up to the pleasant smell . the alcohol burn is way too strong and blurs out the other flavors that hopelessly tries to emerge . the raspberries poke through for just a moment but then are gone . the aftertaste and mouthfeel is similar to listerine yuck . much to expensive to be a drainpour but alas it is . oelergud,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle . pours light copper with a with a cm off white head . aroma of dirty socks and dank overwhelming . initial flavor of sweet malt and grapefruit followed by dry hoppiness and alcohol . some lacing light to medium body short lasting aftertaste and some noted alcohol . drinkability is limited due to the pure craziness of this dipa but for the hopheads its glory .,aroma,0.4,0
this brew poured a golden yellow color into my pint glass . there was a small white head that left quickly but left nice lacing on my glass . the smell was of grass hay and some lemon . it was a bit skunky thanks to the green bottle . fortunately my spaten tasted much better than it smelled . a bit of lemon and some hop tanginess . some maltiness followed with a nice clean finish . overall very nice . this beer was really easy to drink . a few swallows and the bottle was gone . a few of these with some pizza would be nice . my only complaint would be that i wish that i would have had a fresher sample . but otherwise this is a good basic solid beer .,aroma,0.4,0
drank this evening while working on the ford . the can says smooth and creamy and so it is . decent mouthfeel again smooth and creamy . unfortunately it is not tasty . has a slightly sickly smell and a flavor reminiscent of rotting fruits or vegetables . bad . could not finish the can . not drinkable at all . the other reviews are pretty good so maybe i had a rotten can,aroma,0.2,0
a poured a thinnish dark brown with excellent carbonation leaving a nice tannish head s pretty faint some grains perhaps t espresso chocolate raostiness earthy m has a chcoolate espresso and bitter cocoa finish with some hop bitterness d good,aroma,0.6,1
a poured out a clear copper burgundy color with a one finger tan head of thick foam . it left some thin trails of lace . s wow what a blast of aromas floral notes pine and citrus smack you in the face . t it tasted of spicy piney hops with a sweet burnt toast maltiness . you can taste a little of the strong alcohol . m it was crisp sharp and still smooth . a medium to full bodied beer with a very warm alcohol presence . d this is a great tasting brew . it is extremely hoppy and fairly easy drinking considering the high abv .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to chefnash for including this as an extra in trade off of my wants list . poured from a oz bottle at cellar temp into my gulden draak glass . wonderful dark complexion totally black . not much of a head on this one though . not seeing much lacing either . oh well . i do n t get much on the nose either . taste is pretty dry for being an imperial stout . i get some vanilla some bitter chocolate . it is pretty carbonated quite fizzy in my mouth . i m glad i got to try this but overall not to pleased with this . weyerbacher is one of my faves but this just does n t do it for me .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle acquired via uncle larry . a dark caramel amber with not a lot of head and not a lot of carbonation . little lacing . unimpressive . an impressively hoppy aroma . some citrus aromas some biting alcohol and caramel malt . not particularly interesting and relatively one note but certainly hoppy . the taste actually follows the nose almost exactly . some citrus a lot of caramel malt a lot of hop bitterness and just a hint of alcohol warmth . not quite enough carbonation and i think with more it would greatly improve this beer . as is there s not enough carbonation to properly cope with the harshness from the alcohol . not incredibly drinkable though this beer actually is tasty . a tasty dipa brought down by it s mouthfeel and its lack of appropriate carbonation .,aroma,0.8,1
the best thing about this beer is the aroma imo . beer is yellow and hazy with a big head that leaves some lacing on the glass . carbonation is high . looks good . whoa funky oak acetic strong lactic lots of secondary acids as well . awesome very awesome . beer is thin and falls flat on the flavors at first . as it warms more of the funk comes through but i just do n t really like this gueuze as much as others . carbonation on the palate is surprisingly weak and finishes brightly and a little dry . its a good beer just not my favorite . i d have it again .,aroma,1.0,1
last had on tap at the beer summit at the castle . apperance like soft brownish tint smell of blueberrys for days tast like a blueberry muffin mouthfeel was sweet blueberries and a hint of wheat drinkability was ok after a couple you are good . not a beer i m picking up a pk and watching the big game with . what i love most about seadog blueberry is that it is a great mixer . black n blue guiness n seadog . the brew pubs that they are putting all over new england are only going to help the brand .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks mulder for yet another beer from secret santa . this beer was lightly chilled and served in a snifter . a the body of the beer is black with a thin chocolate milk colored head . no retention noted to the head a viscous oily discoloration marks this beers passage from my glass . s the beers aroma is dark chocolate bourbon balls rolled in espresso . a bit of char and ash kick around the aroma . t inspite of a nice olfactory experience this beer fails to deliver . the roasted and charred notes are nice until they arrive at the level of burnt coffee . picture the coffee at am at the stop and rob burnt . very muted cocoa and underwhelming bourbon notes . m the body of the beer seemed to be thin with low carbonation . the alcohol is a bit too hot for this thin bodied over roasted beer . o this beer is not a drain pour but not really impressive . the beer smells nice but thin muted flavors are not really agreeing with me .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance a huge sticky white head fueled by a cascade of tiny bubles rising sits atop this dark amber treat . excelent retention with the head lasting through to the end . lacing also is quite exceptional . smell yeast and caramel dominate the nose thought i could smell a little chocolate and clove also . taste bready sweetness is the first and main flavor component here . a little tartness creeps in near the middle but dissipates quickly . a little cloying in the back of the mouth . alchol while present down the throat is subdued and mixes nicely with this ale . mouthfeel a rather heavy carbonation dances around the toungue and down the throat . i m not to sure if this is stylisticly desired but i liked it just the same . overall impressions delicious wonderfull etc . will be drinking this one again .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a transparent pale golden color with a great white foaming head of about an inch before it quickly dissipates into a ring of sunds around the glass with some spotty patches of bubbles in the middle of the liquid . wet grassy notes grainy malts maybe just a momentary whiff of hops in the nose . not much to it and this is not a beer i get pleasure in smelling . the taste is pretty solid for an adjunct lager sweet grainy with at least some malt foundation . i can actually taste the hops in this beer and that alone is worth the . . seems like a sweeter less carbonated blue ribbon . mouthfeel s crispness is ok very light and smooth but somewhat low in carbonation almost to the point where i d prefer a little more this is very drinkable beer i ve been enjoying these all night and the packs are fairly cheap . worth the money and overall not a bad beer .,aroma,0.3,0
i have consumed enough of this beer to kill or preserve a horse . that is if formaldehyde legend is true . most koreans will tell you that it is not . call me crazy but i believe them . service members say that about every drink in korea . that legend comes from when they would preserve soju with it back in the day . every time i would have ob it was different . you have to take it on a batch by batch basis . some times it would have a strong metlic taste to it and other times it would not . sometimes it went down smooth and other times it felt kind of harsh . the same went with the smell . i do think their imports to the states stay more consistant or may it is because in korea they will let a beer go skunk .,aroma,0.4,0
alumina bottle . well this blend of a porter and an amber beer must be heavy on the amber according to the label because its clear and really just an average light brown in color . head seems ample at first but it disappears pretty fast . laces are ok some thick rings some dots . aroma is middling scant malt perception but with little in defining characters . weak mouthfeel thin and poorly carbonated at the same time . the flavor is roughly sweet slightly honeyish caramel dominates as it warms maybe some molasses but without darker roasty or chocolatey qualities again too watery to pull off much . the bottle is kind of fun not much else going on here . it does n t have enough negative about it to say it does n t have average drinkability .,aroma,0.3,0
served from a ml bottle into a pint glass . pours a pale yellow color with a big white head looks very much like a macro . the smell is not very noticeable slightly sweet and grainy . the flavor is fairly sweet as well with definite fruit and vanilla notes . the mouthfeel is pretty thin and drinkability is ok . this is sort of like a slightly better than average macrolager but not really anything special .,aroma,0.4,0
a clear straw moderate white head is slightly sticky . s odd mix of light grassy hop and feet . t a little lemon a little grass a little extra acidity and a husky grain . m a bit of a watery body and a spritzy cabonation . d mild and mostly inoffensive . pretty typical pale lager . not bad but very drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
i ve reviewed quite a few stouts recently but this is not only the first milk stout that i ve reviewed it s also the first i ve ever tasted . adhering to my previous view point that a stout is a stout i m just going to review this stout like it were any other . poured from a bottle into a room temperature wide mouthed glass . appearance . very dark brown liquid . i would n t necessarily call this color black but it is close . try as i might i could n t get any head to form . at all . smell . very little bouquet on this beer after it was poured . i could pick up just the hint of chocolate but it was just a hint . strange . taste . very subdued taste . i tasted the usual wonderful stout ingredients chocolate smoky grains some hops but all of it was very subdued . this beer is also very very smooth . almost like drinking milk must be the milk sugar . almost no noticeable carbonation . maybe this was an effort on the brewer s part to make the stout seem like it came from the tap . aftertaste is distracting flat and yeasty . mouthfeel . the smoothness in the taste translates into the mouth feel . however i found the lack of carbonation took away from my enjoyment of the beer . i like my stouts with some bubbles and not necessarily the nitrogen fueled type . overall . a pretty good stout . the milk aspect is an interesting part of the whole experience but has little bearing on the stout itself . this is a beer that one should try if they have the chance but it is not recommended as a session beer .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a dark honey color with a soapy half finger white head . the lacing is reminiscent of the legs of red wine . s ultra hoppy aroma . very west coast inspired pine sap pine needles a twinge of fermented grapefruit . but there s also a balancing malt mix that comes into play very biscuit like with sweetness like sugar coated graham crackers . t after the aroma onslaught the hoppiness on the palette is rather subdued . still nicely bitter with a good pine grapefruit bitter orange flavor . malts even things out with a bready sweetness . m medium light bodied and dry . d the aroma is a bit of a tease but the taste does n t entirely disappoint certainly a beer i could have again .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a clear very pale yellow with lots of foam and with a noticably fruity berryish aroma as soon as you pop the can and start pouring . carbonation dies down rather quickly after the initial fizz . taste is slightly sweet and fruity with mild tartness . rather refreshing . this looks like cheap beer and tastes like a wine cooler . definitely a different taste does not taste like beer . i would describe this more as a beer cooler as opposed to wine cooler . i would recommend this for people who do n t like the taste of beer but like fruity stuff . a little scary that caffiene content is not listed i do n t even usually drink regular coffee . this drink is so different i am not sure how to rate it properly . but it went down well with my bbq d sweet bourbon chicken .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at eli cannon s . the beer is a burnished golden amber color topped with a short tight white head . terrific clarity . tons of lace sticks to the glass as you drink it down forming thick blobs . aroma is basically a study in how to brew a real german oktoberfest marzen . tons of caramunich malt dominates the aroma with a mild noble hopping providing a soft herbal smell . a mild corny aroma to the malt . incredibly clean with absolutely no imperfections in the malting or hops . extremely delicate . the flavor is incredibly clean . rich pronounced caramunich malt providing a toasty caramel flavor in the beginning . some corn flavor and a bit of toastiness in the middle sliding directly into a mild herbal noble hopping . the hops provide an almost pilsnery sharpness in the end with a light wash of alcohol . a quick blink of medicinal flavor at the end diminshing quickly and leaving no aftertaste . medium bodied with a light spritzy carbonation . an absolutely spectacular octoberfest marzen in the lighter true german style not the heavier darker sytle brewed for american tastes. incredibly clean pronounced flavors . this is probably one of my favorite octoberfest beers so far .,aroma,1.0,1
rich and clean mexican beer smell . beautiful red orange appearance it went downhill with the taste . it s as devoid of substance as a keystone . the mouthfeel is bubbly like champaign . it feels artificially carbonated . if you like bubbly water you might like this . speaking of bubbly water it tastes watered down . i found myself just waiting for this beerish drink to be over .,aroma,0.8,1
apperance clear fairly light red with a fizzy fast dissipating head . smell maple flowers honey pumpkin nutmeg and cinnamon . taste maple caramel nutmeg cinnamon and a hoppy pumpkin aftertaste . an odd cola vibe is unfortunately prominent too . mouthfeel medium body and carbonation . notes that wonderful smell gave me high hopes for this one . i just ca n t get past that cola taste though . otherwise it would have been a nice easy going rendition of a winter warmer .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance bronze with a decent head that lasts a few minutes and leaves a bit of lacing down the side of the glass smell malty nose that is very distinct taste the maltiness i was expecting from the nose quickly fades and is overtaken by a bitter sour metallic taste that was surprising others have commented on the lack of hops in this brew so i m not sure where that s coming from if it is n t from the hops anyway i was expecting a much more malty flavor through and through mouthfeel a bit thin for a beer of this type drinkability a bit of a disappointment really after the promise of the look and smell i ll have to try this another time as some of things i m seeing and tasting are different from the comments of others,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bottle into a pint glass . it pours a nice brown ruby color and forms a inch light tan head that reduces to a very nice lacing . noticeable carbonation no sediment . the aroma was dominated by an earthy mossy funk that seems to by mostly hops and mild overall . the taste is a little more neutral with a wheaty component blended with an earthy hops and a roasted malt sweetness . the mouthfeel was reasonable too with a good dose of carbonation and a light body . it is clean and crisp but nothing that really stands out . overall this beer is hindered primarily by the nose and how the package fits together as a whole .,aroma,0.4,0
a dark but not black can see through it up to the light pour was unimpressive really no head to speak of from a bottle no lace nothing looks like coke in a glass s chocolate vanilla malt milk t very strong bitter in here with the malt vanilla seems like they put too many hops in this for it to be a milk sweet stout . lactose is present . m strange it s heavily carbonated . i like it but not sure that it works in the end . d ca n t say i d try this again unless i could get it on tap . my sister loved this beer but i have to say it was just ok .,aroma,0.8,1
a fairly recently born vintage caged corked true bomber bottle purchased from victory last month for . . ba brownie points quite a caged corked beauty . the colorful label is chock full o info about serving at degrees into a wide mouthed glass . i chose a duvel glass . of course that silly duvel d flows the fountain of bubbles up the center . victory v grand cru slid into my duvel glass with a gluggy pour to raise the enormous frothy head above the belg action . this is a glorious pour at just the recommended temperature . golden sunset orange with a haziness then settling beige frothy head . sweet nose of yeast and pineapple fruit . bready clove spices dry hidden banana aftertaste . a bit of molasses christmas fruitcake and cinnamon . quite complex here but i think i have this one under reigns . slightest hops in the finish but not discovering the hops all that much . victory is notorious for their house hops flavors . extremely smooth drinker . barley existant fizzies leads to a silky drink . as this offering warms the awl kee hawl notes scoot out to the nose . last swigs this has a nod towards a belgian but there are better belgian clones . the best aspect of this victory is the easy drinkability . these could get me in trouble and a guest appearance on cops any day of the week . respectable ale belgian marriage but victory v is better . victory rocks any way you slice it . beer is good . happy regional beering .,aroma,0.6,1
had this beer on tap in weisbaden . was presented in the proper bitburger glass with the full head expected on a german pilsner . the smell has a uniqque sweetness . the taste is crisp with a little sweetness and finishes with a nice bitterness at the end . this beer is refreshing smooth and easy to drink . this is a good example of what a german pilsner should be . is a good beer for more than one or as a session beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a murky golden orange color with a very small head that quickly disappears . the aroma is fruity with notable orange peel and coriander . the taste is tart with some citrus with a hint of spices . the mouthfeel is overly thin and watery . not a big fan of this brew . the taste i find to be very unpleasant and i even thought that this was a bad bottle at first but judging by other reviews with similar characteristics it seems that is the way the beer is . not recommended .,aroma,0.7,1
a super dark brown not quite black with a minute tan head that quickly dissipated . s coffee duh cocoa powder and a mild pleasant sweetness t initially hoppy followed briefly by mocha . finished with a roasted malt bitterness and a light unpleasant smokiness charcoal . that also permeated at the end . m somewhat watery and flat . also left a thin greasy coating in my mouth . d easy to quaff but why bother .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from bottle into rahr pint glass . a straw lager coloring half finger head with nice lacing . high carbonation apparent . solid looking brew . s not much on the nose at all nothing negative but nothing really positive to say either . t m i had a lowenbrau before i drink this beer and it provided a nice point of comparison . i found this to be a better balanced brew than the lowenbrau . malt apparent with the finish having just a slight touch of bitterness from the hops . d very drinkable i wish i had tried this brew before and will definitely be having again to support my local brewery . well done .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle into a portsmouth tulip . a jet black with a good looking two finger tan head . a soft pillow of foam hangs with good retention forming a blanket over the beer . it left behind a bunch of sticky lacing as well for good measure . s good god . this is perhaps the worst smelling beer i have ever encountered by epic proportions . burnt band aids and acrid rubber come to mind . it smells like my grndparents medicine cabinet gone horribly wrong . t at this point i am really hesitant to even taste this thing . i manage to coax myself into a sip and it is the closest thing i have ever consumed that could compare to a junk yard bonfire crazy toxic and charred . m mouth feel is ok i guess but what does it matter at this point . o this is one of worst beers i have ever tasted . seek this out if your our into complete masochism of the palate .,aroma,0.2,0
does n t look like much more like a cheap domestic pilsner but smells pretty inviting . it feels wet and thick with a good bit of carbonation to push it down the throat . it tastes rather average not upsetting me nor provoking rejoice . i could do a heavy night of drinking with the red stripes or have one with dinner . it was much better fresh and on the tap in jamaica instead of the exported bottles .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle poured into a snifter . a light amber in color fluffy head leaving lots and lots of great lacing . s maraschino and dark cherries really dominate this to a fault . hints of bready malt and yeast maybe some candied sugar . the scent is really very one dimensional like someone poured grenadine in it . t dark cherry tartness some maraschino sweetness but thankfully not a lot . sugars malt and yeast all very mild and far too subtle . again the taste is a bit one sided but not as much as the scent . m light almost hollow . like everything else here it s neither offensive nor exceptional . it just seems like a real lack of thought and effort went into this one . d easy to drink for sure but so is a long island iced tea . this is not the fruit brewed beer i would reach for there are many many better examples out there . that being said if someone put a bottle in front of me i would drink it without complaint . the bbc has yet to impress me with its fruit characteristics in any of its beers . like the gorgeous girl at the party whose favorite song is the new chingy single this is darn good looking but you would n t want to live with it .,aroma,0.4,0
served out of a brown glass bottle with a mountain scene on the lable with moose antlers in the foreground . poured into a pint glass . a very little head from the start hardly any retention . no lacing at all . nice brownish amber color . decent carbonation . s not much to smell . a bit nutty grainy you can smell the malted barley . t best part of the beer is the taste . it bites your tongue and mouth on the way down and you can definitely taste the hops . not overwhelming . just right to my liking actually . m also very good here . the carbonation makes a nice amount of foam in the mouth as you let it wander around in there . goes down smooth right before the hops getcha . d average . i could sit down and drink this all day at a pub should the opportunity arise . it s not too filling to not want to drink more .,aroma,0.4,0
just had this at the knob hill location it is their latest seasonal . it is listed on their happy hour menu at . . seeing that other review is several years old and reading how it was a bit lacking i suspect they cranked up the malt bill a good bit for the version i had . poured in an imperial pint glass the crossbow is a ruddy deep garnet which at first glance appears hazy although holding it to the light i can see that it is in fact clear . there was only a slight tan head that did n t leave any lace . the aroma started out very muted but as it warmed opened up revealing very sweet malt mainly caramel and bread . the taste was uncommonly smooth . well i guess maybe not for better executed examples of this style but i suppose i do n t get to drink them as often as i d like . hard to believe this is from a nw brewery so subtle and understated very nicely done . the taste of course is all about the malt not nearly as sweet as the aroma still bready but more nutty then caramel . nothing hitting you over the head just very smooth and clean and malty . if they d had told me the abv as . i would n t have doubted them . the mouthfeel is fairly light and creamy . very nice . the drinkablity was very hight for me . did n t have the time for more then pint but i could have drank these all day and enjoyed every sip .,aroma,0.6,1
aroma is very hard to detect . very faint cola notes is all i pick up . light brown with a firm finger thick head . i get the fruit cake notes mentioned in the commercial descrip . and in fact this is very bready . mild spice in there as well . the cake bread notes are extremely long lasting and start from the middle and stay well into the aftertaste . i like beers like this that have a feel good aftertaste that lingers a long while .,aroma,0.4,0
serving type oz . pry top bottle value good for the cost a slightly translucent and dark gold good head retention accompanied by sparse rising bubbles head off white s fresh malt smell no alcohol no hops present not much in the way of strawberry either t mostly wheat taste strawberry presence is low has a lager like cleanness alcohol present in the finish and strong overall due to lack of other strong flavors m crisp and dry carbonation provides a mild sharpness d definitely something easy and mild to use to turn others onto craft beer,aroma,0.4,0
why is this beer good . is a question i asked myself upon tasting this one . all sorts of different things going on but for some reason they work . appearance dark dark dark . darker than a black steer s tuckuss on a moonless prairie night . the opposite of clarity . nose soy sauce . do n t let this dissuade you though because . taste surprise . it s easy to drink . and tasty and enjoyable . ahh the british and their beers . finish so so smooth .,aroma,0.6,1
poured at cellar temp into tulip glass thick yeast sediment remained in bottle mostly . a somewhat hazy caramelized orange color with thin tight head that has some trace yeast . s earthy estery fruit with guava fragrance slight anise notes . t mild and dry bitter pepper with clove and banana . m fairly dry and thin slight alcohol somewhat sticky linger . d while the nose is sweet and zesty tropical fruit exotic spice the taste is dry earthy and uninspired . possible overfermentation or overhopping plus too much sediment . reminds me a little of bit o honey candy seems exciting and sweet at first but ends up flat and almost flavorless halfway through . perhaps this brewery should stick to american ales .,aroma,0.8,1
. oz bottle served in an oversized wineglass . pours a hazy amber tone about a finger of white head with mediocre retention lacing . who woulda thunk it ginger leads the way in the nose . notes of caramel malts and a bit of spice yeast round out the aroma . an intruiging in a good way smelling brew . taste takes a step back . two steps . maybe three . the ginger pulls through of course but i find the beer to be overly sweet almost cloyingly so with an accompanying tartness that imo just does n t jibe with the flavor profile . a bitter pucker inducing finish . not a drain pour but a bit of a disappointment . somewhat creamy medium bodied mouthfeel . obviously i m not going to find this one very drinkable . i d be open to sampling other offerings from the brewery but this particular beer just is n t for me .,aroma,0.8,1
wow . that s all i could say after the first sip of this dark beauty . wow . pours out a rich dark mahogany brown with a creamy tan head that offers excellent lacing though it does disappear rather quickly . retains a ring around the inside of the glass . very nice appearance . very little light gets through . smell is somewhat lacking i thought in that it smelled somewhat of decent caramel and light chocolate malts but very little else seemed to come through . flavor however was amazing . it blew me away . starts out rather mellow and i thought for a second that i would n t like it . then the real flavor kicks in . some light caramel at the very beginning with a slightly earthy woodsy subtlety to the background . no hops flavor instead a strong smoky dryness hits followed by a rich oaken flavor that reminds me of bourbon duh it s a scotch porter . . aftertaste lingers on the palate carrying the scotch flavor . incredible beer though the mouthfeel is a little less than what i had expected it s full though a slight bit watery . however the flavor makes this one go on my must buy again list .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle with an unreadable mark on the side of the bottle . drank from my sierra nevada hop tulip glass . a this one pours out a pale and hazy looking straw colored body . this almost looks like a wheat beer . a small very fizzy white head sits on top and quickly vanishes . little to no lacing left behind . s light pale malts up front . after that theres a large blast of floral hops . theres also a faint pine and citric hop thing going on here too . t the pale malts once again start this one off . then comes a blast of the most fake tasting floral hops ive ever encountered and some extremely light citrus to go along with it . m light bodied and watery . way too thin . the carbonation is way too high . its almost at soda levels . no bitterness at all . d this doesnt have any of the feel to it that a craft beer has . this is something i dont want to have again .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle into a weyerbacher tulip vintage at fridge temp a huge pop from the cork and pours a nice hazed reddish golden orange with not much of a head other than a nice off white pink looking bigger bubbled ring around the glass . as expected being over . tons of carbonation streaming from the bottom and fizzed up like cola when i poured it . not much lacing but some really nice alcohol feet on the side of the glass that definitely stick around for a while . s really nice sour style funk up front with tons of raspberries and fruitiness . definitely some alcohol notes coming off this one . ca n t really pick much else out just super strong raspberries that almost make this beer smell like a wine cooler and as it warms kind of becomes unbearable . t up front your immediately hit by an intense boozy fermented fruit flavor that seems to all most sting the nose before each sip . taste like medicine you would be given as a kid and hate forever . ca n t tell if there s to much raspberries or if there s to much alcohol in this one . it seems as if it s both . honestly ca n t even put it near my face without gagging . i m sorry . normally i am all about wild ales but this is not good . could be the age on this one or just the bottle i got but this stuff is way to strong in a terrible way . like i said i ca n t even put it near my face . poured skl .,aroma,0.2,0
purchased this at joe canal s while looking for stone imperial stout . they did n t have it yet but i did find this gem . a beautiful golden pillowy head and little lacing . s not much of a smell t sweet very sweet with light vanilla . a bit not much bitterness follows with some alcohol . m creamy medium body d dispite the alcohol this is very enjoyable and drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured into a snifter as instructed . dark dark brown with a thin tan head that dissipates to a ring very quickly . s chocolate and lots of it . earthy dark chocolate aroma reminds me of opening a box of cherry cordials . the aroma lingers quite a bit and stays until the end of the glass . t lots of residual sweetness . dark chocolate character with some roasted malt background . i crave a bit more bitterness to balance . it almost drinks like a cup of hot chocolate that s made too strong . perhaps a smaller serving size i poured about half the bomber would be appropriate . m viscous and smooth with a lower level of carbonation . d i have to downgrade drinkability on this one quite a bit due to the overpowering richness of it . this is a once or twice a year max beer and a real sipper .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from an . oz . bottle into an unbranded nonic pint glass . appearance pours a cola color with a thick foamy head . has a reddish tint with a nice tan color . head is creamy and thick . looks sexy . smell definite caramel smell with some roasted notes . could be better but still smells pretty damn good . taste has a distinct alcoholic bite to it should n t be surprised it has an . abv . malty and caramel ly . pretty much tastes like it smells . mouthfeel smooth and lightly carbonated . drinkability a great brew . definitely worth a try .,aroma,0.6,1
a opaque mahogany red hue with some sediment looks unfiltered a little tan head . s big caramel malt less aggressive hop piney . t big bitter astringent piney hop over a rich but subtle caramel malt . buttery flavor and a spicy dry finish . very good . m slight alcohol warmth sharp carbonation surprisingly thin for the style and appearance . d quite delicious and poundable by any hop lover .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer is pretty cloudy with a reddish brown body and a slightly pink bubbly head . it has a sour raspberry aroma that almost smells like there is some brett or lacto in there . it has a good lambic sour bite to it which is slightly surprising because the bottle says framboise style ale which made me think it would be an ale with raspberry added . it is very light bodied with high carbonation . there is a sour note in there somewhere that almost tastes like spoiled fruit but it hides in the background and i ca n t exactly pin it down .,aroma,0.8,1
bought one of these for a little bachelor party fun . almost dollars a bottle yikes . a black as death . wispy head that dissipates quickly pretty lacing . s the highlight of the beer . smells of bourbon chocolate coffee hickory . smelled absolutely incredible until . . t yuck . tasted of bourbon too much . i m not a bourbon fan but the flavor drowned out any semblance of the smells of chocolate coffee etc . horrendous . m slick felt like motor oil . no carbonation at all . o a waste of the money for my liking . certain people will like this i m sure considering brooklyn s excellent track record . for bourbon fans only though . it ll get you cocked too . at . percent black ops doesnt mess around .,aroma,0.8,1
got this in a mixed sampler six pack from van steenberge . this is probably their most famous beer as far as i can tell maybe tied with piraat and i m very excited to see what it has in store for me . it pours a dark murky reddish brown with a substantial head that settles down to about a finger over the beer . there is a lot of carbonation rushing to the top and some slight lacing as well . the aroma has lots of banana and sugar cane rum coming through to start . there is also a distinct aroma of leather and it is also is slightly doughy with a hint of black pepper . a fantastic aroma if you ask me . the flavour is much lighter than i would have expected for such a dark beer . that does n t mean that it s lacking flavour by any means . it is very sweet off the bat with notes of banana and graham cracker coming through clearly . it also has some dark dried fruit flavours in the background and some faint toffee as well . overall this is one of the best beers i ve had in a long while . great stuff .,aroma,1.0,1
a a slightly hazed golden ipa . little over a fingers worth of white head spotty lacing as this receeds . s big nose this is got it all for a west coast ipa grapefruit pine and light citrus notes . this is sort of sweet smelling but not from the malt . t there s a thinness to this that really hurts the flavor imo . soft mild flavors move to an orange citrus middle and then a bitter metallic grapefruit finish . the malt is completely lost in this one which may be leading to how light it drinks . m the body is really light carbonation a tad under medium . there s a slight stickiness to it though . o this is the last i had from the hop box . i thought it was better the first time i tried it and i d definitely revisit it . i d like to try it on tap as i feel it could be much better .,aroma,0.9,1
good amber color with a slight chill haze . moderate head and lace . surprisingly little spice aroma . relatively dry malt with very light hop . frankly small in the nose . ah the pepper really comes through in the taste . this starts as a typical malty amber ale lots of malt with a low hop bite . but the swallow features a low burn from the peppers and crescendos to a decent spicy touch . i like this blend it s different and satisfying . good body and carbonation . if you re looking for something different without going extreme seek this beer out . it s original and not over the top .,aroma,0.6,1
i received the hole in the rock marzen as a gift . the marzen poured a clean copper color with two fingers of white head built with a some large bubbles . the smell had a hint of bread and fruit but just a hint . flavor had a sweet mild fruitiness . medium body and moderate carbonation . i ca n t say that this had bad flavor or aroma it just had very little . this should n t offend anyone it s too bland .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer was the second keg to grace our house keg o rater and i must admit that for a good simple summer beer this one is actually quite refreshing . its by no means a sophistocated beer nor is there a whole lot to the smell or taste of it smell being almost undetectable besides some wheats and the taste being a simple blend of understated malts and yeast but despite this i actually enjoy drinking this . it goes down incredibly smooth and it just feels right drinking this beer on a hot summer night watching a ball game or sitting on the porch . and who can argue with drinking local eh . high falls baby .,aroma,0.4,0
bottled on . is that the australian date formate meaning four weeks ago . impressive if so . blackish with slight red highlights and a foamy tan head . could easily pass for a stout here . low carbonation . decent head retention . chocolate dominates the aroma . not in a sweet candy way though . sort of a toned down youngs dcs which is a good thing to me . no hops to hint at it s beefiness but there is some maltiness there . a bit of roast just enough to offset the rest which is nice . really wanted this to work better . in it s favor though it seems to be extremely difficult to balance chocolate in any form other than chocolate malt and still leave a drinkable balanced beer . here the chocolate flavor is certainly a big factor and just crosses into having a slight artificial aspect to it . maybe a big is can get away with it but here where the chocolate is the focus it has little to hide behind . there is a good amount of porter maltiness and enough bitterness for balance but for a relatively light beer i ca n t ignore that artificialness . getting past that the mouthfeel is really spot on . and as for drinkability i could go one more as the finish is light and dry enough . but would struggle to do more than a pint . overall it s a great effort for a chocolate beer . give me the base porter and this could be a seriously good beer .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to max for this bottle . reviewed from notes . poured into a snifter . pours a modest brown color with a short head and a tiny amount of lacing . the smell is quite nice with a mixture of dark fruits as well as fresh grapes . a slight boozy character . the taste loses most of that fresh fruit character and instead there is simply some light sweetness and a bit of dark fruits . the mouthfeel is incredibly light more so than any belgian dark i ve come across . drinkability is severely affected by this and the fact that there s not all that much to the taste .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a little hazy medium gold orange with an initial white head that quickly fades . nose is negligible but has hints of white peaches . the faintest of hints of bret and perhaps it s there only because one looks so hard for something and you know that there should be some bret in the nose . truthfully for the most past there is no nose . mouthfeel is thin but crisp and really fresh and clean . it is well balanced and very inviting albeit clearly lighter brew . this is very much a quaffing brew that is extremely drinkable . low alcohol is evident although not stated on the bottle that i could see . mouth is thin but there is something appealing in the crispness and clean bright character . flavors are refined and subtle . light white peaches light white pepper and a light watered lemon character and flavor . this is actually an appealing drink although very light in all respects . this is totally not the kind of beer i like and this one is really good i like it for it s crisp and light charactered simplicity . i hate to say it . it actually tastes a bit like a shaken up lemon perrier with a hit of peach juice . but it tastes good . light white pepper white peach finish .,aroma,0.4,0
thin head that quickly recedes into just a collar . beer is a cloudy copper color . no lacing . good pumpkin spices . nutmeg cinnamon . enjoyed . like a potpuri of taste . real sweet . mostly cinnamon some nutmeg and other various pumpkin related spices . a tad medicinal tasting that i do n t care for . probably my only taste complaint . lower end of the carbonation spectrum . medium to medium thin mouthfeel . would be a good beer with someone with a sweet tooth . overall a middle of the road pumpkin beer . probably would have a pint max thanks a ton taturbo for the hard work getting this rare r beer .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a dark black into my villeroy and boch snifter . dark mocha head that is soon just a circle around the edges with some spidery lacing as it went down . s aroma of dark burn acrid coffee a bit of smoke cocoa and roasted malts with black patent kick . t this is bitter off the bat . definitely good flavors off the front blending with the bitterness . dark bakers chocolate espresso roast coffee flavors licorice in heavy doses . really there is a lot of depth to this beer . i would hate to say it is underrated because it does sell around a oz bomber . for that price point it needs to have this type of complexity . m light mouthfeel for a russian imperial stout . i think this is where the big letdown is in this beer . there are tons of flavors the carbonation is pretty good for the style but its light body makes the licorice really stand out . o if the mouthfeel was bumped up on this it would definitely be more sought after but i like how it has its own flavor profile when stacked up against so many of the other ris s out there these days . definitely one of the more robust russian imperial stouts i have had . the flavors do not let up on the bitterness and the coffee side . worth a try,aroma,0.9,1
had this one on tap at whistle binkies pub in rochester . i thought this beer was a bit strange in appearance for an ipa distinctly yellow rather than a copper orange . the aroma did n t have any obvious notes that i could detect . the taste was unremarkable . mouthfeel was about what i expect in an ipa . drinkability was acceptable not noticeably good not objectionable . this one will serve in a pinch but i do n t think i ll seek this one out .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a clear golden brown hue with a nice off white one finger cap . this fades rather quickly though leaving asmall swish of foam . lacing is gtood however as there is a modern art masterpiece on the sides of the glass . s the smell is redolent of a citric hop profile mostly orange slight grapefruit like a tangelo . a decent ammount of doughy bread makes sure this is n t one dimensional . t this one is all over the place . what starts out as slightly acidic and sour rushes headlong into a more caramel maltiness . the finish has those tangelo hops but also a bit of raw alcohol flavour . the hop profile here leans more towards the orange tangerine than grapefruit tangelo . there is also a perfume like quality generated by the alcohol vapors and the citric and slightly floral hops . m medium bodied with a mid range carbonation and a bit chalky . d what started out nice look and smell wise devolved into an utter mess . just totally out of balance and wierd tasting . unless given to me i probably would not go back for a second taste,aroma,0.8,1
pale yellow whiz in a can . no head no lacing . smell is like after your buddy spills coors in your ride and it cooks in there for a weekend . taste since it does n t taste like much it is n t as bad as the bad appearance and aroma . mouthfeel does n t leave anything . bad aftertaste i guess of cornmeal . drinkability rates high hey its cheap and since its like alcohol water its relatively easy to drink but why you would want to . . .,aroma,0.2,0
tried on bottle and tap . i prefered the tap version as the apricots were so intense in the aroma as the bottle had more funk and barnyard . apricot lemon and peach flavors . moderate acidity for a cantillon . the palate could be drier and the carbonation more lively but this a stellar offering by cantillon once again .,aroma,1.0,1
i picked this up in the form of pack at a local supermarket for only us . i have the advantage of living in the cincinnati area where a samuel adams brewery is located so it makes it easy to find and relatively low in price . exp . date june . poured into a frosted pint glass from a bottle . pours a very light golden but strange murky golden color . similar to a cider . not much of a distinct smell too it . little grainy not to strong compared to typical ales as far as i know . which to me is sort of attractive since i do n t frequent bars much and i m not able to taste typical traditional ales from the tap and sample the smells . for me it s usually from a bottle that is past the due date so i ca n t comment of the ales from overseas but this beer is not overly strong as far as smell . head was very light and delightful . bubbly but lasted a good ten minutes before dipersing . around two fingers high with lacing after every drink . most important for this particular ale is the taste . i have n t tasted all of the samuel adams beers but who can really claim they have . i have had the privelidge of sampling probably ten or so and this is the best that i can remember . tastes a little malty not too much . first thing you think when it hits your toungue is a wine like acidic taste that lasts a split second . after that it is grainy like most samuel adams beers and then you get a slight citrus taste but this one is not as overly tasteful as say the boston lager for example which is good in my opinion . not much more to the taste besides a slight wheaty or the grainy taste i referred to . simple yet well rounded . not to overbearing tastewise to me as compared to the boston lager which i sample all the time . i find it one of the most drinkable beers i ve tried in a long time . very light carbonation . very delightful taste and almost a creamy consistensy going down . it s easy to tell why this is seasonal like most of sam adams seasonal beers it s well crafted . if they put it out all year round they would n t sell anything else . but that is samuel adams . they make great beers . not to put down the classic boston lager but this beer is much better . believe me i really like the boston lager but when you see samuel adams white ale pick it up . overall i was very impressed probably not the first time i have sampled this one but it s been probably a few good years . great quality great value .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a min . ipa poured into my brand new dfh goblet glass . it is almost years old to the day . i ca n t tell if the born on date is or . look a darker brownish cherry color off white head is small and falls into the brew quite fast . it certainly does n t look like any other ipa . there is a good amount of cloudiness too . smell it has a distinct hop resin scent with some honey caramel and dark fruit notes as well . it s strong and quite impressive . there is also a subtle hint at the potent alcohol content of the brew . as it warms it almost has an anise aroma . taste there is a bit of a burnt caramel and cherry kind of flavor up front that develops into a more hoppy bitterness . the hops are kind of earthy at this point . it s kind of an odd toasty bitterness with a bit of citrus and an alcohol kick to finish it off . despite the citrus hop bitterness the overall taste is really sweet . i really wish i had a young bottle to compare side by side with this five year old bottle . feel it actually has a pretty nice smooth silky feel . there is definitely a bit of stickiness too . overall this is the second bottle of that i have had . the first was a much younger bottle and i do n t remember much about it except that the flavor was too much for me . the sweetness was far too overpowering and while there is still a good amount of sweetness now it s not as bad . this is a much more mellow and mature flavor that i really enjoy . the aroma and tastes are the real highlights for me . it is very unique . it also goes down surprisingly quick for such a high alcohol beer . i give it a . overall because it is such a unique smell and flavor but i suspect that is because of the age and that a younger would get a slightly lower score . date serving oz bottle in dfh goblet,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a brown color with a hint of red . not much head but whatever was there stayed for awhile . some lacing but not overwhelming . s definitely ginger and pumpkin . my crappy nose is sensing a hint of banana but that does n t seem right . t sweet honey and pumpkin in the beginning slight little bit of hops in the middle and strong ginger kick in the after taste . m very carbonated . too much so in my opinion . pretty heavy beer . d rough on the after taste with the ginger and higher than average alcohol content . not really light on the stomach .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . can poured into a globe . a dark black nearly opaque . little to no light penetration some slight dark brown edges . deep tan head . quickly dies down but consistent sticky lacing remains . s very nice roasty toasty aromas . hints of cocoa very mild coffee with a nice toasted nuttiness . toasted coconut aroma melds in very nicely hind it all adding a very slight sweetness to the nostrils as well . t m dark malts upfront . surprisingly harsh at first . let it warms up a bit . smooths out nicely as you drink it . toasted coconut on the finish not at all over powering . the toasted quality of it really fits in nicely with the malt profile . no noticeable hop flavor but very good balance in the beer . could stand to be little more substantial in the mouthfeel . would also benefit from a creamier texture . carbonation is a little heavy to me . overall this was very good . i tend to avoid fruit beers but this was a pleasant surprise . would pick it up occasionally if we actually got it here in mo .,aroma,1.0,1
i found this beer to have an interesting complex aftertaste . however when my tongue was done figuring out i did n t like it . i had another dark beer ca n t remember the name and it s not listed on tap on their website anymore at brewery creek that did n t have any flavor at all . so i am pleased that this had a lot of flavor . it just was n t my cup of tea .,aroma,0.8,1
a amber gold with a white head that is retained quite well s not much . really light . a bit of malt t ale tasting really . a little hop aftertaste m nice mouthfeel full bodied d real nice . had i known about it earlier i would have picked it up i ve been making an effort to try out more ipas and this was one that was found . if it was not labeled an ipa i am sure i would have gotten this earlier and liked it . as it stands it s not really much of an ipa from my experience for what that s worth .,aroma,0.4,0
aroma there is a strong smell of malt and hops . the hops has a citrus aroma . appearance this beer has a clean white head that last for about half the beer . the beer is an amber color and has a slight haze . mouthfeel this beer has a heavy mouth feel . there is a heavy feel of hop acid . taste there is a strong taste of hops on the sides of the tongue . there is a slight malt flavor on the front of the tongue . the back of the mouth there is also a strong flavor of hops . the hops in this beer are slightly citrus there is also an earthy malt in this beer . drinkability this beer is good . there is a strong flavor of hops . while the beer is not well balanced it is a fine beer . the level of malt is the right amount but the hops over powers the hops .,aroma,0.8,1
i m confused on many levels with this beer so i ll guess i ll start at the beginning . i could n t find a match of the exact beer i drank however this seemed to be the closest . could it be i acquired a really really old or a really really new bottle but i have no clue for sure . the label on the bottle i m drinking has a coat of arms cherries and says the abv is . . the best part of this beer is the appearance . it poured a deep cherry red with minimal head which foamed a bit when swirled . the positive aspects of this beer stopped right there for me . the smell was the first thing that weirded me out maybe i was expecting more of a lambic ness but the smell had a funk that i found hard to place . what the hell was that smell . dirty underwear . the taste started okay with a tart bitter cherry flavor but followed by a metallic nastiness that almost pressed down on the back of my tongue . seriously . the mouthfeel was uneventful and not at all pleasant . drinkable . i ll pass .,aroma,0.4,0
ill refrain from passing judgment on this brewery until later but at the moment theyre struggling with their beer . theyre brewing extract but that doesnt preclude them from making good beer . they are adding sugar to the extract when they make the beer and you can tell . i suspected sugar when i noticed this beer had a distinct cidery flavor and that was later confirmed by the waitstaff . theres also a distinct but not overwhelming sourness . this doesnt follow the style of pilsner at all except for the color and body .,aroma,0.3,0
this is one of the best beers for a party . a case of stones is usually around bucks . if you are short on money and want a lot of beer its not a bad buy . a very water like and a hint of yellow . s no smell what so ever . t it goes down smooth and doesnt have a bad after taste like some american light beers . m can be very foamy at times and has medium carbonation . d easy to drink a lot of this beer great tailgate or house party beer other than that dont waste your time .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a beautiful mahogony color and is slightly cloudy due to the bottle conditioning a large tan head appears but dissapears just as quickly leaving a slight foamy slick on the surface . the beer smells slightly fruity like plums but that is it . no hops malt or alcohol to notice . a bit more complexity on the nose would have pushed this offering over the top . the beer starts out incredibly sharp almost stinging all the way down my tongue . as the initial hit fades it reveals dark fruit flavors of plums prunes and cherries . those then begin to fade to reveal a more tart fruit flavor like a not quite ripe pear . the tartness masterfully halts the sweetness and prevents this from just being a syrup like beer that clings to the tongue and throat . i could definitely drink more than one of these on a cool day but it is just a bit too sweet for hot summer refreshment . the layering and timing of the flavors in this beer were impressive and taste is what counts in my book . congrats to victory for a commendable effort with an uncommon style . recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
one of the treats at the tasting from the general lafayette . very dark raspberry jam color that you ca n t see through . it has a light pinkish head that reduced down to mainly holding to the edges . intense scent . . you can smell the fresh raspberry puree aroma from almost feet away . the first sip hits you with an insane burst it tastes like you just bit into a big overly ripe juicy berry . reminds me somewhat of sparkling red grape juice . medium body with a good amount of carbination . i really enjoyed this but personally could not do more than say or so glasses at a sitting since there is so much flavor so it would not be a good session beer but it really is very great tasting .,aroma,1.0,1
aquired in a trade with kmurry . thanks kevin . poured into a tulip glass . appearance light black body with a light mocha brown head . about one and a half fingers of head . minor amount of lacing noted on the side of the glass . smell lots of chocolate vanilla oak and slight hints of coffee . taste u can tell immediately that this beer is all about a barrell aged beer . lots of vanilla and oak . chocolate is the next major player and its pretty substantial with backers chocolate cocoa and a dark chocholate all mixed together . the coffee lingers in the background with a hint of oats . booze is well hidden . mouthfeel the high end of medium bodied . carbonation is low end of moderate . overall this is a really tasty beer an i am glad i was able to aquire it in a trade . thanks kevin . it is worth seeking out very solid ris .,aroma,0.6,1
great nose and look that screams hops but the taste is not really that hoppy and has a soft finish that is in contrast to the huge nose . very drinkable but not really a balanced beer and not really fitting the style . more like an ipa that has a easy finish,aroma,0.9,1
served in a oz glass at tyler s taproom in apex nc . fantastic fingers or so of head sitting on top of a slightly hazy light golden yellow brew . lots of active carbonation . head retention was very good and lacing was strong almost all the way down the glass . the aroma is the first hint of something different here there is a nice hint of the bourbon vanilla oak thing presumably from the barrel aging . it s complex with some other fruit aromas mingling in there as well . trips are a favorite of mine and i was n t sure about messing with it but i m glad allagash did because this was awesome . the notes of oak vanilla and the spice notes of the tripel are simply a great combination . there is definitely a warming from the alcohol content especially on the finish . overall a great brew . i love the tripel style and i like allagash s take on the style . nice .,aroma,0.6,1
wonderful heffenweizen . visited a local good beer beverage shop this past spring while on the way to go camping . i had a heffe in mind the store i went to is known for there selection . decided to go with a new one . this all organic california beer grabbed my attention . i have to say the label grabbed my intrest first because it looked like the place we were going camping . got to the top of the canyon cracked it opened and sat on the edge just enjoying natural . this beer tasted like where i was .,aroma,0.6,1
this looks really really plain . the color is a light gold the head is small and there s no real lace . the smell is almost that of a macro lager but slightly less offensive . the taste is a bit better than that . i m picking up some traces of cheap grains up front but the finish has a decent balance of hops . the mouthfeel is mild . this stuff would be really easy to drink if the flavors were a bit better .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy copper red with a thin white head that sticks around to the bottom of the glass . it s got a ton of chill haze . i do n t remember bottles in the past having this much haze . it looks almost dirty . smells great though . tart aromas and there is some great fruity and malty notes there too . i like it . taste is a bit disappointing . i remember much more sour and more complexity but it just falls kinda flat . it s still drinkable and enjoyable but not the la roja i remember . mouthfeel is good dry and lively . lots of carbonation . drinkability is a little low i do n t think i ll order more than one glass of this .,aroma,0.9,1
this one pours a very very dark brown with some light passing through on the fringe . it also has a wonderful chocolate brown head to it that recedes fairly quick and leaves no lacing . the aroma is wonderful . it is dark and roasty yet with a sweet chocolaty undertone along with a slight hint of anise . the alcohol is very well masked . the roast is quite powerful on the taste and definitely is the most prevalent flavor and it seems to give the beer a slight astringency . the sweet chocolate is still there though preventing the roast from being overpowering . the alcohol is n t quite as well masked as the aroma indicated and there is some decent hop bitterness throughout . it is definitely both balanced and flavorful . it has a medium full body to it but the carbonation is a bit low . overall i m not sure if it quite lives up to its reputation but is still an excellent beer .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a medium brown colour with a fluffy off white head filtered clear . smells awful . metallic and that s really it . ick . tastes very thin and metallic with a slight roast character . not much to say . thin powdery and watery . not what i would expect from a porter . terrible . say hello to my drain . i was really in the mood for a porter too . this tastes and smells very much like beer i had the last time i was in canada . steelback in the big red cans comes to mind for some reason .,aroma,0.2,0
this is the first saison style beer i ve tried and i was not impressed . perhaps it s just not a style for me but perhaps it s this particular brew . the first thing that caught my attention was a very heavy yeast sediment in the bottle that was all too easy to stir up and looked stringy and gooey . just the kind of thing you do n t want in a bottle of beer . after careful pooring the beer has a beautiful golden color with a slight yeast haze . the smell was exceptional and exciting with a remarkable variety of spicy tones that are too complex to describe . with great anticipation i tried the first sip which was heavenly . and then it happened . a nasty aftertaste that i could n t quite place but did n t like . one of my friends described it a hard bubble gum and i could n t disagree . i enjoyed each sip but then the aftertaste took away the beautiful spicy tones just as i was starting to enjoy them .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance pours a perfect copper color about an inch of head . surprisingly not much lacing . smell smells are very powerful . i could smell this beer all day . lots of pine with some citrus in the background . taste i was disappointing with the taste after the nose . it was pretty hoppy but nothing exceptional . i got a lot of alchohol taste that overpowered other flavors . mouthfeel very good body the carbonation was just the right amount . good ipa mouthfeel . overall i was a little let down by the taste of the beer . i had high expectations . ipas are one of my favorite beers so i was excited to try this one . hoping it was just an off batch . other than that everything else about the beer lined up to be something exceptional .,aroma,1.0,1
on nitro at blind tigers vsk night . wow i ca n t believe they have this. pour was pitch black with a big white head . aroma is amazing . whisky vanilla smooth smoke chocolate big roasted notes and some oak . not quite as oaky as the and but the wet oak aroma is still present . taste was a bit of a let down after the wonderful aroma . i picked up a lot of sweet chocolate some booze big on the bourbon flavor . charred oak and a small amount of anise seed . the mouthfeel was a bit on the thinner side it was not quite as full as i had hoped it would be . overall the drinkablity of this beer is pretty high . it went down very smooth without a ton of alcohol present . this was a rare treat to enjoy i am very happy i had the chance .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a hazy really bright hay coloured yellow with a massive snow white head that left fine lacing on the glass especially the colour is really nice . the smell is phenomenal with loads of tropical fruits pineapple passion fruits grape mango and green apples . this boquet is really amarillo and everything amarillo can be . any possible malt notes in the nose is totally subdued by this awesome onslaught of amarillo . the taste . hmm i guess it was n t unexpected but this is really unbalanced in favor of the hops and at a cold winters night like this the malt abscense is a little disturbing . it starts with the same kind of fruits as in the nose maybe with the green apples a little more prominent and finishes off really dry with little to no sweetness and a light bitterness that is reminiscent of green apple peels the bitterness could have a bit more punch to it though to balance out the hop taste . a pretty crisp mouthfeel with a bit stingy carbonatio small sharp bubbles makes it foam up nice in the mouth . i can imagine myself drinking buckets of this on a hot summer day a great thirst quencher .,aroma,1.0,1
this is a preferential review because honestly this is a girl beer . way too sweet feels like melted butter in my mouth with a not so fresh or crisp aftertaste . on a warm day this is probably the worst brew to grab if you re wanting to quench your thirst or refresh your senses . it always leaves me feeling bloated and displeased . there are far better belgian ales out there it s a shame this is the one that s most popular .,aroma,0.7,1
a beautiful clear copper colour with a tight fluffy head which lasts well and laces the glass . s fairly subtle aroma of english hops a bit overpowered by carbon dioxide as with many bottle versions this one was probably overcarbonated for the style . t an archetypical english bitter flavour.early flavours of hops and crystal malts with a long intense bitter finish on the back of the tongue . m good middleweight mouthfeel appropriate to its mid strength alcohol level . d a very drinkable beer well balanced and refreshing . at . the bottle strength is well beyond session level but sinking a few at home in the evening would be very pleasant . overall the only real criticism is that like many bottled bitters its over carbonated for the style perhaps more appropriate to an american style . still a bit of swirling in the glass to remove some of the co does wonders . otherwise this is exactly what a traditional english bitter should be cricket on the village green on a long summer evening in every bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a nice red ale with a nice white head . for the style this was a nice representation but i do not normally drink this type of beer . so with that in mind . the taste was small and the aroma was microscopic . this one smelled of beer and i am talking tat white beer can with black letters that was so wonderfully used in the film repo man . i was worried by this but was much happier upon tasting this one . though there is zero hop characteristic here the maltiness sure makes up for it . and to round things out it also has a slight cinnamon taste that really makes this one much easier to drink than other irish reds i have had .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer pours a yellow straw color with little head . the smell while weak does smell a bit offensive . there was initally no taste but finishs dry and a bit like ginger ale slightly malty taste . very light easy to drink taste . overall not bad light but has a very dry aftertaste that saves it .,aroma,0.4,0
this pour looks more like a dark brown ale or porter than it does a stout . red hues easily come through . thin sand colored head with little lacing . does n t look like a stout but it still looks great in a shaped pint . the aroma is like a fine dark bitter black coffee . it actually has more of a sharp aroma than a lot of ris s i ve had . slight flowery hops linger behind . taste follows the aroma with some dark bitter coffee plus a hint of bittersweet chocolate . this beer has a light apperance and a strong nose but the taste parrallels the appearance . very dry reminiscent of guinness only with more bitterness . the bitterness seems to come from both the hops and the dark grain flavors but are very prevalent because of how dry this beer is . mouthfeel is light bodied and dry with only a slight oatmeal feel to it . this beer has enough flavor and an intense aroma that can keep me interested for a few pints . i m surprised this beer weighs in at . abv i would guess it was less than .,aroma,0.9,1
this was poured in the back of the bar from a big jug . not sure if it s poured via tap into that or what but i have to assume it s cask until this can be verified . had at st. urho s pub in helsinki . from notes . a poured like a cider or lambic in the sense that there is no head but a few buttles at the side . sort of a maroon colour and hazy with no visible carbonation . not sure if this how it s supposed to be looking like that but it s boring to say the least . i have to give it a low grade since it just looks like juice . s woah . this is new . some sort of a berry is there . slightly medicinal quite fruity like a blueberry and rich deep berries alongside . a little booze and cadi sugar . very aromomatic . never smelled anything like it . very deep and complex . t like twigs and berries in a pot . fruity with that blueberry again . medicinal vegetal earthy . far too medicinal for me but neat . not as much flavour as expected from aroma but not bad . became a little harsh toward the end . m very dry finish . no carbonation and medium to full bodied . i need carbonation to be there . o d tough call for sure . i like this beer a bit but it would have to grow on me . very different interesting and complex but hard to finish . aromatic as hell and something like i ve never had before but that does n t make it good .,aroma,0.9,1
ruby caramel with an off white head . notes of sugar and apple dominate the nose . a touch of pear and a hint of caramel . this one tastes like a caramel apple with very little bitter to balance out the sweet . there s a bit of breadiness a bit of subtle indistinguishable fruit flavor and a bit of alcohol on the end of the tongue . heavy carbonation with a moderately light body . i ve had this one on draft at cheeky monk in downtown denver and it feels like a totally different beer . this is strangely clear and overwhelmingly sweet and while i can taste similarities i am wondering why this one ends up so much different from the draft variety . the body is also noticeably lighter in body . i ll definitely aim for draft from here on out as the bottle is surprisingly disappointing .,aroma,0.8,1
i picked this up at the pit stop in nelsonville oh . i ve had this many times before but this is my first review . appearance copper gold with a head on the pour looks good smell some macro lager smell which isnt too pleasing some alcohol too usually you do n t smell that with a . taste actually pretty good mild hoppiness with a little bit of sweet caramel malt mouthfeel light to medium bodied drinkability could do two in a night,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle poured into a snifter . no bottled date found . a pours a hazy copper yet reddish amber hue color . produced a very large frothy off white head that slowly dissipated down to a good layer stayed there for awhile . left some bits of lacing on the sides of the glass . s very aromatic . bits of caramel raisins figs apples cherries . bits of toast butterscotch . has a little spiciness on the finish from the oak . very dynamic layered . t very similar to what the smell foretold . more of that oaky spiciness mixed into the different layers this has to offer . a bit dry fruity and sweet at the same time . again a good taste that followed suit to the smell . m a good carbonation level balance . very dry very sweet very fruity and very bitter all at the same time it all balances out each other quite well though . fairly thick but it suits the feel of the beer well . d a solid strong ale . great aroma . lends itself more to a better drinkability score due to a lower abv than alot of strong ales out there thicker than most too but it fits it well . this might benefit from further aging but its great now .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance deep dark cherry mahogany body . generous frothy and persistant light tan milkshake head that leaves thick foamy lace on everything it touches . beautiful . smell floral and citrus hops sweet caramel malt . taste oh mama da hops . medium bodied sweet and toasted even some smoke malt to start warm alcohol and crisp bubbling tingle at the top . then bam . . bitter dry citrus crisp hop finish . whew . incredible balance . mouthfeel rich chewy creamy malt . carbonation is perfect size and level to compliment the taste . soothing alcohol warmth . drinkability this brew lives up to the hype . thank the maker ha ha that this is now available in my area . reminds me of wailing wench but less rough around the edges . which is nice sometimes .,aroma,0.7,1
i really dig this beer . pours a nice golden copper orange with a thick head and the foamy lacing is sticking around really good even on top not just the sides of the glass . it reeks of sweet fruits in a grand refreshing way with no sour twinges that some poorly made tripels have . it has a somewhat flat taste though lacking the taste to back up the scents . it carries with it some citrus fruit tastes and finishes with an almost cinnamon bite very slightly . it feels good in the mouth and has suprised me with it s drinkability . i ve never been able to really drink tripels in any sort of quantity . this one is superbly done . none of the sour bitterness that many tripels carry with them . it s a good summer brew to end your long evening with if served very cold . i dig it .,aroma,0.9,1
from notes at the brewery pub golden pub ale with nutty aromatic notes of toasted barley oats and just enough hops to balance this very easy drinking session ale that tips it s hat at the style of an english bitter while using all german malts . cheers . review from notes . enjoyed by me on tap into a clean clear glass with my brother in law steven and my wife at the brewpub at that time . a really basic look of translucent light amber off white brief head and little to no lace . . s very little smell . i had to sniff several times to get a touch of malt and hops . . t taste of a good basic bitter . there is the added interest of some pepper notes too . . m medium feel with that pepper to beef up an otherwise basic english bitter . . d good as i am sure this style typically is . .,aroma,0.4,0
picked this up from a make your own sixer at total wine . pours a nice deep orange with a large foamy white head . excellent retention and lacing . smells like i just stepped into a pine forest filled with lemons . mouthfeel is lacking . pretty weak with no crispness at all . taste a little bit of the alcohol but pretty tamed down . nice slight bitter aftertaste . this really is not as hoppy as it claimed to be . i m a little disappointed . overall ok beer .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance very dark brown with some reddish hue . small and very brief head on the pour that quickly subsided . smell lots of chocolate toasted malt . could n t wait to taste it . taste alas the taste was totally unexpected and quite disappointing . the taste is dominated by a flavor that tastes like campfire ashes smell . besides a little bit of hop bitterness in the finish that s all i get from it . mouthfeel a little light for the style and it leaves the mouth feeling very dry . drinkability this beer would probably be great with a good cigar but it just does n t stand up on its own .,aroma,0.9,1
from the brewpub right off the exit on i in lebanon nh . even though its a little thin i consider this the tastiest beer i have ever had . reddish almost purple in color and has a very fruity hoppy nose from dry hopping cascades . that makes your mouth water . except for my homebrew i have never tasted anything like this in a beer . it almost tasted like grapefruit juice with lots of hop flovor and not much in bitterness . some may not like their beer to taste like this but i think it is awesome . this is a great place to stop in and grab a growler for only on the way to killington . they also make pretty good pub style food .,aroma,1.0,1
a friend told me to try this beer since i lean towards complex flavored ipa s . i do n t think my friend and i have the same palate . the beer poured a hazy amber with floating bits . a finger of some nice white head . the smell is what killed it for me . it was too sweet tasking for an ipa . i was expecting something else and perhaps that ruined it for me . i just could n t get past the sweet boozy malty smell . virtually no hop aroma . the taste was a bit hoppy but not nearly what i had expected . it does have some spicy flavor and is very sweet imo . overall the beer was pretty light but since i was n t enjoying it not exactly smooth going down . i will give this one last chance . perhaps with some different expectations this can be a good beer .,aroma,0.3,0
brewed in appearance pours a caramel color without a head though i am not surprised given the age smell caramel raisins and a barrel aged tartness taste somewhat like a madeira with a caramel raisin and tart cherry character up front the beer becomes increasingly sour by mid palate after the swallow the sourness becomes overwhelming and ruins the complexity mouthfeel flat and a bit watery drinkability the smell is the best part and the mouthfeel is the worst it appears that this beer is hit or miss with respect to how it ages mine was a miss,aroma,0.8,1
light brown head that s foamy and falls quick the color is dark but lets light through in a brown color . the lacing is weak . smell is milk chocolate sweet and it also has traces of black fruit . it has a slight wateryness with a big plum and prune juice flavor with a slight backround of chocolate if you work hard to find it . mouthfeel is well carbonated and slightly smooth . this was a letdown .,aroma,0.8,1
the typical brown oz bottle with a twist off cap and a good hissing response on the release . aroma is sweet orange peels and a touch of the earthy and pithy white . fairly large aroma of diacetyl available behind the up front citrus . orange is not only the oil but quite a bit of a unwashed waxiness similiar to the craftsman orange grove ale minus a hop character in oga initial flavor is domainated by the co followed quickly by a brief bitterness before it s slapped down by a pith and oily version of the orange . late flavor shows a bit of nuttiness which seemes to be the end result of all the citrus oil but besides a that quick bitterness citrus oils seems to be the dominant subsitute for any hops to sweep the wheaty sweetness from the palate .,aroma,0.9,1
serving ceramic coffee mug place work music in the background someone on hold . all i have to say is tang . hoppy sour apple tang . does make the work day go by though . head smell color is all normal . i m almost wondering if i left some day old coffee in the bottom of my mug .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from ml bottle into pilsner glass . bottled in c a my antonia poured a beautiful gold color that bubbled steadily and continually with a thick and vivid white head full of bubble of all sizes that left great lacing down the length of the glass s the beer had slightly sweet caramel . aroma with a whiff of alcohol t the flavor became more pronounced as beer warmed as did the alcohol burn noticeable bitterness in the finish with a bit more sweet malt presence than bready flavor . m it was slightly thin but with good carbonation and lingering stickiness . o i was n t overly enamored with this one but it was my first exposure to imperial pilsner style and the beer did get better as a drank down the .,aroma,0.6,1
love the idea of a beer from utah being called polygamy anything although i m not sure how the people who run that state would feel . anyway at first glance this is a beautiful dark red porter in the glass with a nice chocolate milk head that did dissapate a little quick . the taste of chocolate malt is very mild if fact you have to wait seconds after you swallow to really taste anything . i could drink this porter but for a purist this would not hold up . a nice try and not a bad brew but not worth any extra effort either .,aroma,0.8,1
ml into a tulip . pours an unexceptional murky imperial honey so what . the head is dense and looks like a dairy product . lacing looks like a fractal . the aroma of a quad no surprises . taste is superb again a quad with no surprises . the phenols are pronounced yet controlled and balanced by the distinct alcohol finish . mouthfeel is slightly thick so if you allow the brew to coat your mouth the aftertaste glowingly fades away slowly superb . cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
pours a hazy yellow smelled too much of wheat even for a hefeweizen with not enough citrus or lemony notes . was kind of a turn off . taste improves on the smell a bit but not enough . just an alright hefeweizen many better ones out there whether micro or macro . seemed to bland . recommend skipping this hefe and going to harpoon s own raspberry hefeweizen that improves on the blandness of the regular .,aroma,0.4,0
honestly i have seen this beer numerous times and never purchased it because i dont like the bottle . so as soon as they changed the design i bought a six pack . it turns out i should be less superficial because this is a very good beer . the beer poured a clear orange color with hints amber in the right light . there was a nice thick head with an average amount of lacing . there really wasnt much odor to this beer so i wasnt sure what to expect in the flavor . i have grown wear of american pale ales that have the hoppiness of an ipa . i like hops but i dont want it to be all i taste in my beer . this beer didnt disappoint me . the flavor started out with piny and slightly citrusy hops and then finished with a nice malty grainy taste . it was very well balanced not too bitter not too sweet and went down incredibly smoothly . i could drink this beer all night .,aroma,0.6,1
picked up a bottle of this at julio s vintage . shared with bpk at his house . poured into a duvel tulip . a poured a clear hazelnut with a thin fizzy offwhite halo that faded super quickly to leave nothing behind . s dark fruits sweet malts and some light booze . oddly enough though there is an aroma of well animal cages hamper gerbil gineau pig . t slight sweet malts and carmels dark earthy fruits raisins old hops molasses and burnt sugar . m light carbonation not too boozy much lighter on the tongue than expected . o overall this was a very tasty beer . if not for that rather odd smell on the back end this would have been a very good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pours light golden effervescent with a fingers white head . okay lacing head retention s huge corny sweet nose t candy corn sweetness up front then dryness . iron cloying sweetness follow . finishes sweet grainy some apple notes cloying pretty bad . mf light bodied outta whack balance wise . adequate carbonation hard to choke down especially as it warms . was n t bad enough to pour down the drain but almost.,aroma,0.8,1
oz . growler fill . poured into brandy snifter . light copper orange hue with lots of carbonation and some white lacy remnants of a head that completely disappears . one of the best smelling beers i ve ever tried . smells of shitloads of toasted coconut with graham cracker pie crust . good amount of pumpkin . not much of an oak aged character on the nose but if anything there s a slight tannin like scent to it that could ve came from the oak . alcohol on the back end . fairly sweet tasting with the graham cracker like malts . wanders towards an earthy spiciness like cinnamon and clove and ends on a slight bitterness . clean and delicious . lighter side of medium in body . good amount of carbonation . not sure if this is a drastic improvement from regular pumking but this is surely tasty . ca n t really say if the oak imparts a huge difference though .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance orange with an ale haze . super creamy whitish head . smell barely any aroma as is usual with nitro beers . sweet malts in the background . taste toasted caramel . lemony hop flavor finishes on a dry hoppy bitterness . mouthfeel extremely creamy and silky as with all nitro cans . this is the first nitro beer i have had that i found enjoyable . four pints of this put me down for the night .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at the blackstar co op . vulcan is an ipa made with rye and the unfiltered haze of a tangerine body affirms this . up top a cardboard colored head recedes quickly to a wisp of foam but is revived nicely with a quick swirl of the pint glass . the aroma brings everything the style should have floral bubble gum like hops with tropical fruit pine sap and spiciness from the rye . the name of this beer holds true for the flavor as the hops put a vulcan death grip on the palate with a dry wooden bitterness that lasts until the very end of the sip and even lingers a bit afterwards . the hop flavor itself is a bit muted however and the ibu s overpower much of the malt and rye profile . still it s quite tasty . mouthfeel is dry and juicy at the same time with an uppity carbonation level that fuels the aggression from the hops . overall vulcan could stand a few minor tweaks here there but it has potential .,aroma,0.9,1
dull copper or maybe light tan . with a very thin creamy head . highly aromatic nose of fruity herbal resiny hops . slightly more pedestrian to taste resiny hops remain and infact they are a touch aggressive but regardless they define the palate structure well . a touch too fizzy perhaps . this beer is in the next ball park when compared to the just going stablemates beez neez and redback .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer looked a lot like a cola when poured to complete the look all i needed was ice . very small to nonexistent head . it smelled a little like killians red to me for some reason which i liked . the mouth feel was dryer than expected with too much carbonation . overall an ok beer was hoping the caramel would be a little stronger .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle to a sam adams pint . color clear gold with a white head . smell piney hops citrus grapefruit peach and pineapple . taste piney hops citrus grapefruit peach and pineapple . mouthfeel great carbonation medium coarse and mid dry on the palate . overall the aroma was out of this world . it s very much like an ipa . the mouthfeel killed the taste for me though . just did n t seemed very well balanced . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
a bright gold color hints of orange completely crystal clear typical for a filtered beer but not really my cup of tea . a perfectly white foam head appears and than runs for cover quickly . s beautiful west coast hop aroma with a hint of honey and caramelized malts . t this beer really tastes more like any ipa than a pale ale . the hops tend to dominate with a bitter lemon flavor coming through . to be honest i would guess this brew to be between abv but really its not even close . odd . m not that impressed i guess i enjoy unfiltered so much more these days that all other beers seem to have the uneventful texture of water . d i did n t have to much issue with the drinkability of this beer however i like stronger ales for its low . abv i would say its not that easy a drink .,aroma,0.9,1
it s been about a month since this truly shameful moment in my beer swilling career . the bier stube in moline il charges you extra a buck fitty if i remember correctly if you want your beer in a glass . yup . otherwise they will pour your cold seasonal import from the tap right into a red plastic keg cup like you re a f cking frat boy . wow thanks a lot . can i get a dirty ping pong ball in there or does that cost extra too . in all fairness the keg cup screwed up the entire experience so my ratings are somewhat unfair . that said . aroma this stuff smells like piss from a cat . wait change that . cat urine soaked cat litter . this is a fair judgment because i ve lived with cats for years and so i would know . taste and mouthfeel light and a bit sharp and brisk because of the carbonation . in conclusion brisk carbonated cat urine . appearance did n t look too great from within the darkness of my flimsy keg cup . drinkability choked it down with a grimace . in conclusion truly horrifying . spaten s treated me pretty good until then so my shame and misery was also laced with disappointment . never again .,aroma,0.2,0
oz pry top brown glass bottle . no date . appearance crystal clear orange orange amber with bone white head that stands up tall and then recedes down leaving lots of spotting . nose very orange some thin whispy sticky pine notes . faint but hoppy . palate very light and crisp with hop bitterness on the finish . body is somewhat watery but is saved by the mild bitterness . flavors of orange and pale malt grain . notes an easy sipper drinkable straight from the bottle i poured it into a tulip . crisp and tasty but not epic . a true session beer .,aroma,0.4,0
aroma faint . actually what i noted was pretty good malt hop mix in good balance toasted characteristics mild sweet some alcohol . appearance flat thin brown . no head minimal carbonation that faded to just plain flat quickly . flavor maybe . to be fair what you can taste is enjoyable . toasted malt hops in fair balance with a finish that is well it tastes like budweiser . they must use some of the same ingredients possibly the yeast and hops . mouthfeel watered down water . overall impression this is an excellent well rounded bock that someone has poured into a gallon of water . what is there is good but far too watered down to be enjoyable . the bock name must be from the same texas alcohol laws that make shiner call itself bock but neither of these beers are a true bock . drinkability is equivalent to water you can drink a lot of that but not going to scratch any beer itch you may have . i guess i could recommend this beer if you are very thirsty but don t want a beer .,aroma,0.8,1
information from their website old crustacean is an unfiltered and unrefined sp . barleywine . intense robust malty and dark . the cognac of beers . four malts great western harrington klages munich and hugh baird carastan and two hop varieties centennial and chinook are used in this brew . my bottle of old crustacean comes in a ml . ceramic bottle . . abv . i poured this offering into my tulip glass . listening to beethoven s symphony no . played by the academy of ancient musics conducted by christopher hogwood . a i gave this beer as vigorous a pour as i could manage but i still came up with a small foamy peach colored head consisting mostly of big frothy bubbles which died away steadily and obviously . it left only a pencil thin line of lace at the edge of the glass . the body itself is a foggy auburn color . it is really tough to see through this brew being that it is unfiltered . it s colored like an old port with rich magenta highlights . i get that the brewer wanted this to look raw and unfiltered but the head was a big disappointment and it turned the beer into something resembling a sludge . i have to give low marks for appearance here . s the best nose that i have ever encountered with a american barleywine . very rich smell with wonderful fruit complexities . so many different aroma qualities here . lavender honey pear raspberries plum coconut walnut vanilla and brown sugar . it smells predominantly of a sweet thick malt with a good balance struck by the spicy herbal minty hop aroma . initial whiffs give off a faint indication of the alcohol content . t man that s fucking good . sherry like . rich with caramelized malts and smooth as all get up . the flavors are all perfectly balanced . the hoppy bitterness is there more towards the swallow and not so much up front . there are some unique undertones in the flavor of this beer for instance peat chestnuts and a slight basil note . though this is a full bodied and rich malty brew it never comes close to being cloying . the hops really do their job here . m as i said before this is a full bodied beer . the carbonation is low and it leaves the mouthfeel extremely smooth and flat . not viscous though . which was very nice . it made this beer palatable and quite the thirst quencher . d too good too good . i drank every last bit of the ml bottle . granted over a period of two days but i still enjoyed the beer by the end and i ca n t wait till i open up my other bottle years from now . barleywines run the risk of becoming overly hoppy or as is the case with some english barleywines too malt forward and one dimensional . this was a beautifully crafted beer and if the look was compromised in the making of this then so be it .,aroma,1.0,1
so i m fairly new to true craft beers . went with a buddy to bevmo on august to find this little nugget waiting for me . grabbed a few bombers . it s now august . i ve been patiently aging this puppy for days and it s time . pours a pure gold . karat baby . frothy white head that hung out for a second not too much lacing . first impression of appearance was good but not stellar . then i took a whiff . smells like hops and dank ass green bud . and pine cones . maybe a very slight fruity smell . bananas . maybe some cloves as well . extremely pleasing . in my limited ultra beer experiences this is one of the best smelling beers i ve had . then i took a sip . tastes like hops and dank ass green bud . truly tasty me likey . that ever so slight bit of banana and clove may be present . or it may not . trippin . extremely drinkable . i say that now almost halfway through . ca n t even tell that it s a monster . . i may be singing a different tune by the end . next time i ll set out two of these because hey i d be lying if i said i did n t appreciate a good buzz . i think this beer is an awesome representation . half the bomber and i m feeling downright jolly . call me an uncultured ill mannered lout but this is one of the best beers i have ever had . love it . and to think i have so many more treats waiting in my cupboard alone . ca n t wait to hit all of the ba top . ok finished typing the above from my notes while continuing to enjoy this remarkable beast . got about or ounces left and i feel like a champ . opinion has only strengthened this is good shit . and it still smells like dank ass green bud .,aroma,1.0,1
picked this up along with devil dancer when i got my cbs . pours with relatively small head into a stella glass . the smell dances on the nose full of floral and hops . smooth drinkability with hops hitting towards the end . overall a great beer worth picking up for any beer lover .,aroma,1.0,1
i thought that this would be a nice beer to enjoy during the brief indian summer we re having here in central illinois . a a hazy lemon yellow brew resides beneath a crisp and tight two finger head that shows really nice retention and leaves copious amounts of gauzy lace on the glass . looks like the epitome of a good wit . s i could smell funky lemon grass and lemon rind before i put my nose anywhere near the glass . i smell sour wheat lemon zest cilantro clean cotton and sea salt . very fresh but not as complex as i expected from such a revered brewer of belgian style brews . not very assertive or complex . t ok here we go . the taste picks up the nose s slack . very crisp bready and fresh . quite a bit more malty than many other witbiers this one has saltine cracker fresh bread sour yeast and big time lemon flavors . m light bodied with a zesty carbonation and a sweet clean finish . reminds me of those clean cotton scented candles . d highly drinkable . a damn near flawless witbier it just needs to smell a bit more assertive and it would be awesome .,aroma,0.6,1
hazy orange color with a quickly receding white head . smell like honey . too sweet i do n t detect any hops a little bit of malt is noticeable . if i tasted this blind pale ale would not be my guess . there is a very slight hop sweetness up front followed by chocolately malt . finishes with its strongest flavor honey . very strong honey much too sweet for me . a little bit of hop dryness can be found throughout in the backround . mouthfeel is average . i ca n t drink too much of this beer too sweet for me . less honey flavor would make me happier with this beer more hops would too .,aroma,0.4,0
this brew poured an envigorated head of creamy fine white bubbles and a carbonated cloudy light yellow body . it had a mild banana hop aroma . it started fizzy and buttery then finshed smoothly in a banana floral flavor . indeed this was another very nice brew .,aroma,0.6,1
partially transparent giving ita puplish hue . the smell is the best thing about this beer having a liquer chocolate character that is very appealing that smell is apparent in the taste but it is unusually watery feel and taste to it.at first one thinks this is going to be pretty damn nice and then it tastes like a chery liquer . in fact it is unusual i could not imagine drinking a load of this even in winter as the brewers suggest . the most disappointing beer from these brewers that i have had .,aroma,0.8,1
i poured this beer from the bottle into a pint glass . the color of the beer is a redish brown . it had about fingers of head that went away very fast . the aroma is sweet with the smell of carmel malt and notes of butterscotch . there is a small to medium amount of lacing . the taste is bitter compared to the smell . it has a malty hoppy roasted flavor with lots of carbonation that tickles and foams in the mouth . the after taste is very hoppy . this is a decent brown ale but the hoppiness of it is a surprise because the smell is so sweet .,aroma,0.9,1
this ale pours a weird orange brown color . the aroma is sweet with light malt accents . the flavor is absoultly mind boggling . in nevada there is a native plant called indian tea or mormon tea which is an ephedra relative . i have drank this tea many times and red rice has a flavor very much like the indian tea in that it has a creamy medicinal quality . reminds me of sake this ale has a flavor that is strange and enticing at the same time . the finish has a medicinal graininess to it that i can only equate to red rice . an excellent ale to experience as it showcases the prowress of japanese brewers .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a clear dark brown color . i poured it aggressively and only got a small head . aroma is very muted . i had a hard time picking anything up at all . unfortunately it hurts the overall rating . flavor has a big caramel and malt base . chocolate is present but comes in second which is actually nice for a change . and now for something ive never said in a review before but i want to say the malts are double roasted . not burned just heavily roasted . unique and very enjoyable . mouthful is excellent like almost all millstream beers . well carbonated smooth mellow . an excellent drinker . . why . the texture weight and carbonation step aside and allow you to really enjoy the flavor of this beer . and the flavor is very enjoyable . there is nothing here to slow you down . one of my favorites from millstream and one of the best bocks ive had .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark brown and hazy . nice lace and reasonable retention . s aromas of caramel and raisins with notes of brown sugar and chocolate and a slight hint of spicy hops . t chocolate and raisins up front . slight hop character comes in the middle with a roasty finish . m a thick body with med carbonation and a slightly sweet finish . d rich and thick this is definitely a quadruple but it is not as complex as some others like rochefort .,aroma,1.0,1
release . pours a hazy orange amber with a minimal white head . nose is amazing . huge assertive orange spice . the single most assertive bold orange spice nose i may ever have smelled . beautiful . mouthfeel is rich and lightly creamy with nice carbonation and a nice texture and feel . a quality mouthfeel . flavors . flavors are just plain weird . the nose promises oranges and spice and one anticipates a sweet character . flavor hits you with strong bitter orange peel that gives way to a lemon orange flavor and a bitter orange marmalade finish . there is an herb quality and character to this beer initially stange and offensive that become very appealing . a wide range of assorted spices and herbs in the complex flavor profile white pepper black pepper lemon peel basil sage.one could keep going . very complex and ends with a finish of green ivy celery light pine . goes from sweet to pine bitter with lots in between . i suspect that one will love or hate this one and it deserves a taste it s unique . the more i drink it the more i want to drink it .,aroma,1.0,1
quality beer but nothing really special . this tastes like what i expected a dark beer from new belgium would taste . faint belgian yeast taste in the background of a drinkable brown ale . hints of wood cinnamon and fig . smell is a little off out of the bottle a bit glassy but the mouthfeel and drinkability are high . i would file this one under a pleasing go to beer . would n t bring it to a tasting but i d be happy with it most anytime i wanted to relax with a medium bodied ale .,aroma,0.6,1
presentation sampled during an organized brewery visit to brasserie mortals beers on sunday th april . a stash of old ml corked bottles were cracked open and made available in the adjoining bar and restaurant which opens to the public once a week on sundays am pm . christmas mortal the festive brew spicy and dark . . abv . appearance ruddy dark chestnut cloudy hue with a sludge like appearance that may have been thanks to the sharing of a few ml bottles even so i didnt note any clear examples even from the initial pours from new bottles . head came and went faster than the th december . limp looking murky brew that seemed to warn the potential imbiber that it could well have repercussions later if you know what i mean . nose nice nose despite the funny looks . lots of spices in here and some herbal traits sit neatly against the malts . all spice nutmeg and cinnamon seem to leap out in preference to others . sweet malts not sugary just sweet . the best part of this brew . taste sweet start lots of spices fight with the malts in the background . roasted dimension in the middle feels quite nice but is far too short lived . sweet very spicy and a tad muddled too much is going on . too many spices or at the very least it could be said that there is nothing to balance them . mouthfeel off putting . sandy and dry but sweet at the same time . alcohol comes through with candy sugars right in the lingering finish . sweet malty feel with lots of spices all over the place feels like you should be picking them out of your teeth . drinkability too sludgy and a little unrefined . far too many spices its mixed up and a too messy to appeal . even though it was the last brew i sampled i still ended up leaving some of my glass . overall a disappointing xmas brew . i was going to invest in a ml bottle to bring back stateside so glad i didnt now . maybe it needs time but it just seems to be like far too much all at once and far too heavily spiced .,aroma,0.8,1
colour was light brown amber alt like . hops subdued on the nose in a slightly citric tang . malty taste dominated by subdued toasty crystal hints with a medium body . hops are evident in the aroma and finish but not in the flava middle palate . looks good smells fine nice to drink . english with an american twist .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to wcudwight for sharing his growler . this beer is a cloudy burnt orange . there was a decent head that lasted as long as the beer did . the smell was everything you would expect from a beer as hoppy as this . the smell of hop oil was big . the taste was all hops . very up front . there was a sharp lasting hoppy aftertaste . the alcohol was concealed well . it was very smooth in the mouthfeel . drinkability was good but this one will sneak up on you . another great nc brew . . .,aroma,1.0,1
th review . super excited to get this . thanks cmitchell . shocking my landmark review has something to do with pork . . this beer showed up at the house very cold today . i gave it hours to settle in the fridge . opened it up to a crazy gusher . lost about oz of beer all over my counter . perhaps it was the extreme temp changes or the stress on route . whatever my kitchen smells like bacon so i do n t mind . l a careful pour yields a dark caramel amber . foggy and chunky . white flakes dance around in the murky cider like body . a fizzy noisy and lively head dissipates rapidly to a thin white film . s the smell off the bat is great . i was afraid since this beer emphasized bacon that it would be like an overly smoked beer that gave a nitrate like amora but this one is balanced nicely . road tar malted barley honey ham rubber and charred hickory . absolutely awesome . t the taste is light and pleasant . it reminds me a aecht schlenkerla rauchbier mrzen . crisp with a silky malt presents . f overcarbonated and fizzy but not stinging or thin . d very high drinkability for me . very happy i have another one . the taste is n t too heavy but the smell is dank . i am very glad this one delivered . bacon beer baby .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a murky honey straw color with a nice white head that had good retention disipating into a light lace . s smells of wheat citrus and lemon peel . t good wheat presence with hints of lemon and honey . i do n t know if i detect any agave . m smooth and crisp with a good carbonation . d not a bad wheat but i have had better . really wondering how the agave was used in this brew because i couldnt pick much of it up . although i wouldnt turn it down if it was all i had avaliable on a hot day .,aroma,0.4,0
i tried this beer in early august around the th i believe . i received it and sniffed it and found that the smell was awesome . it was pretty dark and murky with a tan head . but upon tasting i immediately was overwhelmed by the flavor of soap . now maybe that s how this style is supposed to taste but i thought it was terrible . the alcohol was immediately unleashed over the already disgusting soap taste . the drinkability is hindered by the overwhelming alcohol taste . i may have to try a completely different dunkel weizen to make sure i am not firmly against this style but currently this is one of the worst beers i ve tried . so far ellicott mills has been hit and miss mostly hit .,aroma,0.8,1
let me start this by saying that i love all of gl s beers and appreciatte their quality and price . now that i have that out of the way . the smell was very sulfurous . smelled like bad eggs . taste was more of the same with a surprising cooked spinach taste also . aftertaste was also quite disturbingleaving a lingering vegetable taste . i bought a sixer of this beer but could only stomach four of them . i do n t know if the beer intended to taste like this but even gl makes a mistake every once in a while .,aroma,0.2,0
had on tap at the obf today . was looking forward to this beer so came armed with pencil and paper and bought the full glass . the beer pours a dark brown color with very good head retention and lacing . the nose on this beer is really impressive with a huge aroma of surprise surprise coffee . it really drowns out pretty much anything else . on the palate this beer is a surprise . i appreciate the fact that the abv . is low but the flavors on this beer are anything but impressive . the one dimensional flavors come across as light and disappointing smacking of cheap coffee dumped into some boring brown ale . there s almost a grainiess grittiness from what tastes a bit like coffee grounds . i m not the least bit impressed . a friend i was with made a very good comment i thought noting that it tasted as if surly used a very low grade of coffee making this beer . texture is light and almost watery and drinkability is unimpressive . you can tell the abv . is low thankfully but the flavors are so disjointed it s really no fun drinking this beer . it really tastes like an uninspired brown ale with some cheap coffee grounds thrown in . after drinking a can of furious last week this beer more then any other was something i was looking forward to at the obf . all the more reason it was the disappointment of the festival . maybe it just did n t travel well from minn. to portland . oh well .,aroma,0.9,1
an excellent brew from the mad brewers ara bier pours a beautiful golden colour with the most insane head ever . this beats duvel to a pulp with it s head which almost completely fills the glass when just a drop of beer hits it . this had a wonderful nose of tropical fruits sugars and malts with a little herbal hop bitterness thrown into the mix as well . the taste was more of the same fruity sweet and delicious . this did have a medicinal somewhat metallic after taste though that kind of reminded me of orval . this had a very sharp crisp classic bottle conditioned mouthfeel as well as a very good drinkability . i especially recommend this brew for fans of both orval and duvel as this almost reminds me of a cross between the two . a pseudo trappiste belge classic . cheers de dolle . f .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to ibrew for including me in his southbay order . a pours a very dark black hue with an average fizzy tan head . there is very little retention and no lace . s bold oaky qualites up front . big on the coffee as well . more subtle notes of chocolate and vanilla . wow i wan na dive in . t very bold . tons of oak up front you can tell this one spent some time in the barrel . bitter coffee come next the combination of the two gives off a bit of astringancy . hints of chocolate are there along with a dash of vanilla . no real booze though despite the abv . m medium to full in body a bit sharp on the tongue . d right now this one is a sipper . i drank the whole bomber but it was overtime . this one needs to rest a bit . hopefully the oak and coffee will die a bit . if the chocolate and vanilla can push thru a bit with time it will be a real winner .,aroma,0.9,1
this brew was bought by my gf last week . i think she thought that since it was in a can that it was from the oskar blues brewery . she has noticed that i have been drinking out of cans insted of bottles . i am grateful that she bought me the sixer . the design on the can is of a hag with blue flames to the left and t he right of her . the can on the bottom says drink it it s good . there are some numbers next to the upc bar code which maybe the numbering system for freshness . poured into a clean pint glass the head is very small . maybe one finger . color is of dark apple cider amber hues . aromas here are different than the other ipa s there is not a hint of citrus . to tell you the truth there is nothing that comes to mind when a deep inhale is taken . the first sip is pleasant a tad watery and there is nice lacing on the glass . second mouthful is fresh feeling but dry with a bit of tea flavor to it . this was a good buy from ms. e.w . but it will not be my go to when it comes to ipa s . i like the citrus flavor in ipa and this does not have it . it is an average beer .,aroma,0.4,0
ounce clear bottle appearance light yellow color with little carbonation and little head smell hard to pick up on anything taste lacking any real taste but what is there is slightly sweet but almost bready tasting . there is very little bitterness at all until it starts to warm up but even then it is not a good bitter . comments not really an off taste until it warms up and then it is not good to drink at all . refreshing while still cold without a lime it is plain but with a lime it is not too bad i know fruit should n t be added but trying it with and without is a good idea,aroma,0.3,0
it poured with a resemblence of good apple cider . the aroma was wonderful with a sweet hoppy smell . like most barleywines i have had it was a little murky with a nice light brown head . i guess that the taste of this beer can be looked at a few different ways . first of all it was not a strong as many of the other barleywines so it may be a good one to introduce newcomers to . on the other hand since it lacked the taste i was looking for i can not say it was it was anything other than an a less than average barleywine .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . poured into chalice . a pours a coca cola brown with a small brown head that quickly dissipates into nothingness and leaves behind very little lacing . s heavy dark fruits . belgian yeast . t this one is quite mysterious . starts with with a bit of dark fruit and yeast then a wallop of smoked malts enveloped in dark chocolate . there s a tinge of hops underneath and it ends on a coffee and smoked malt note . not as sweet as it should be . m not as good as an actual belgian would be but not horrible . heavy medium and smooth . feels similar to an ris . o this is a bastard child of a bsda and an ris with a bit of rauschbier with the smokey malt notes . the smoke is too much for this type of beer . do n t get me wrong the smoke is n t bad in general but not in a beer like this . a similar thing is the smoke flavor in the aventinus eisbock but that was just a hint of smoke . an overabundance of smoke does n t belong in a yeasty bsda in my opinion . other beers have pulled off a bsda stout better thirteenth hour avery th immediately come to mind . the latter is a tad more difficult to find but go for the thirteenth hour if you want a good bsda and ris blend . it s a shame . green flash brews some of my all time favorites but this one is a miss .,aroma,0.8,1
awesome bouquet fruitiness and candy malts . has some character . follows up well in the palate although these enticing friuty notes do fall away in the back half of the palate . even so a pretty good drop . i think these guys deserve a bit more profile that currently enjoyed .,aroma,0.9,1
tasted from a growler thanks to weeheavysd thanks jon you always have great things to share color was a murky dark brown inch small light tan head that was pretty bubbly not much lacing or retention aroma was pretty much chocolate indulgence with cherries and other dark fruits also coffee toffee smokiness roasted malts vanilla dark chocolate and mild tartness taste has chocolate at the beginning artificial cherries and sweetness in the middle a little smoky at first finish is sweet with some more cocoa and a dry finish reminiscent of a porter gets a little sweeter as it warms lots of roasted malt and chocolate in this one overall roasty sweet and malty mouthfeel soft carbonation thin bodied taste lingers a little bit could drink a good amount of this stuff smooth not overly sweet or anything glad i got to try this draft only brew from ommegang cool that the proceeds from this went to local charities near the brewery worth checking out,aroma,0.9,1
lovely bright cherry red color . head is large at first simmers down quickly . aroma mmmmm . .complex . a mix of fruit spices alcohol and . what you want more is n t that plenty . quite a rich and invigorating aroma i postpone consumption to prolong my time drinking it deep into the nose . really nice . a hot little hop invasion at first that dips back and afterward the flavor is dominated by juicy malt and fruity but not bitter hops . a ringing canyish finish like cinnamon jollyranchers . bottled in november could it have expired by this point i wonder . has some of the character of a dubbel if that stylistic designation is to be trusted but not enough to really make it worth caling it a dubbel . hmmm i get it now it is tasting more and more like a dubbel as we drink it down . but a lesser dubbel . fruitiness persists throughout tossing further suggestions every time cherry melon peach mango berry grape overall rich and tasty . nice tasty brew from dominion . i would put it in my regular rotation if i could . thanks to marc,aroma,1.0,1
cool find at the west linn market of choice never know what one will find there . a ml . oz . brown bottle with a twist off cap a rather elegant and simple label tan and copper text on matte black with a v shaped winged emblem and a laser printed date . poured to a pint glass after a few minutes out of the fridge . neck label deep rich premium beer stout offers a rich black flavor huh . topped with sweet smooth creamy head . a clear cocoa brown a far cry from black dark amber if anything . plenty of carbonation rising in rapid streams . topped at first with a finger plus dollop of heady fluff the color of singed marshmallow and quite airy it fizzles away within a couple minutes leaving a thin percolating film . just a patch or two of lace small foamy bumps really . not unattractive just unlike the english stout standard . s no much here really it takes several big whiffs and a lengthy warming period for much aroma to awaken . mild malt a sweeter cereal that retains a bit of it s wort beginnings . toasty with a trace of spice . a few dry brassy mineral moments . meh . t lots of caramel maltiness and a semi sweet roastedness a little nutty with hints at cocoa powder . some chalky mineral character as it settles . rather than english stout this more closely resembles a toned down schwarzbier in taste profile quite likable when forgetting about style norms . if this is rich black flavor i m not entirely opposed . m wow really carbonated . a standard soda has nothing on the first few sips . as i become accustomed to the fizz the underlying thinness shows and a creaminess does develop however not much substance to the overall feel . a scarce malt gumminess as a lip sticking leave behind with a fading dry roast . o nowhere near my ideal stout but not without its charm . strange thinness both in appearance and feel ca n t outweigh a fairly tasty and drinkable enough beer that is ok alone and probably pairs pretty well with a number of korean dishes . not gon na run out and buy more but for under the bottle was n t a disappointment .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a golden blonde color with a yeast haze heavy haze . strong fluffy head special thanks to the yeast . beautiful . smells great . tons of smells here thanks to the dozen spices or so that make up it s flavor . a touch of wheat up front gives way to a citrus orange smell . .you can smell coriander faintly in the background . strong smell of yeast too . not a big fan of the flavor on this one . it s a poor representation of the style . a ton of flavors yes but that doesnt make it great . slight wheat flavors gives way to a strong citrus flavor . maybe ginger or coriander in the background . this is just too sweet for me . mouthfeel is pretty chunky . drinkability is average . too much spice for me . i had this one last year and i wasnt the biggest fan . they should still call this spring ale like they used to because its definitely not a witbier at least not anymore,aroma,0.8,1
last winter i had found great lakes brewery s winter ale at the local nslc and enjoyed it . so on a recent trip to ontario i tracked down a bottle of their new seasonal to try . pouring into a mug results in a hazy orange colored ale with two fingers of frothy head . decent lacing left on the glass . scent is mildly hoppy but surprisingly devoid of any orange or citrus scent . taste is hoppy with a bit of honey sweetness and a slight malt finish . there is a touch of orange but you really have to be looking for it . if i were tasting it blind i would n t think to suggest oranges were a part of it . feel is light but a bit too fizzy . also feels a bit thin . overall i was a bit underwhelmed by this offering . it just did n t really deliver on the expectation of a unique flavour of oranges with generous amounts of hops . beyond that it is a decent beer .,aroma,0.4,0
this is supposed to be an aged bock . i just heard it took second place at the great japan beer festival osaka . a beauful amber hazy body brownish lemon merange head . s rick extremely sweet aroma with big spicy hoppiness . t light soapy maltyness light sweetness finishing with dirt and pine notes . m d this beer has a stunning dry finish considering its initial sweetness . despite my love for bocks this one just doesnt come together .,aroma,0.8,1
paid . for an . oz bottle . and are notched on the bottom of the label . i m not quite sure what that means . very dark with a light tan head . smell is not too impressive and kind of fruity . this one is all about taste to me . there s a creaminess that is appealing to say the least . the alcohol tingles on the tongue and warms your insides on the way down . despite this the beer does not have an overpowering alcohol taste . it is nicely balanced and one i d like to have on hand more often if i could afford it .,aroma,0.6,1
this is the new bottle with different lable design then the one on the page currently . poured from a oz brown bomber into a snifter . great color and clarity off this although i d hope for an unfiltered true blegian beer with a tremens style haze . its crystal clear in transparency . orangish copper in color . inch white cola fizzy head that quickly receeds . leaving a ring around the outer edges of the glass in retention . no lace it all slips back very quickly into the beer . aromas are very traditional in the beglian characteristic . fruity aroma of pinnaple banana carmelised candy sugars some peppery spice and a touch of warm alcahol fumes . a touch of smokey malt aroma . thin watery mouthfeel with big carbonation zing on the tounge . similar to a coke in that carbonation sting . mild grassy hop flavor after the swallow . sour peppery flavors with hints of acidic citrus . not really feeling this its pretty boring .,aroma,0.8,1
when i poured this beer and smelled it i was both excited and worried . it had a very pleasant raspberry smell but it smelled strong i worried that raspberry was going to be all i could taste . no so when drinking it the the raspberry taste while present is not too strong . in fact it may be a bit weaker than it should be . this beer isnt bad and if you want a fruit beer you could a lot worse but it did not have a lot of flavor to me .,aroma,0.8,1
big thanks to auroracrisis for throwing in this awesome extra . your the man ben . bottled september . very fresh stuff . poured into a darkness tulip the first thing i noticed is that this was n t the all encompassing black hole like stout that i have come to love . but its a dark dark brown color and light can actually be seen through it mostly around the edges and not at the center of the glass . it looks a lot darker in the glass then it did on the pour . anyways the pour produces a thin brown head with rather large sized bubbles . it does n t stay long and shrinks to a small ring around the outside of the glass pretty quickly . the ring stays for a while and leaves some lacing here and there . the nose is an orgy of sweet and dark roasted malts chocolate and tobacco a nice woody character and our friend bourbon . pretty good smell on this one . maybe a little sweeter than i like and the bourbon is n t as forward as i d hoped but this is still good none the less . the taste is a huge let down . i was expecting something similar to the nose but i got a watered down type stout . there is subtle sweet malts but there is n t much of a roasted character . to be honest with you i m having trouble picking up any bourbon flavor here no wood even . it s like everything in the nose just disappeared on me somehow . this could be good with a few adjustments at the brewery but as it is now i m just not feeling it . mouthfeel is a trainwreck . overcarbonated i do n t like that sharp macro like carbonation bite in a stout at all . just does n t do it for me . also has a light body totally not on par with other stouts . drinkable . yea i guess . this just is n t my cup of tea . not enough flavor horrible mouthfeel meh oh well . i m starting to wish i let this one sit for a bit seeing as it was only two months or so old . i can imagine some characters would improve with this but it was n t hot at all and had a huge lack of flavor . the reason i opened this so soon is to see if the bourbon was strong in this one . guess not . overall although i m not really a fan of this beer i m really glad i got a chance to try it . would i buy it again . probably not . however i think if bluegrass made some tweaks to this change the bourbon barrel lower carbonation amp up malts etc etc . i think this could be a really nice beer at which point i would be happy to try this agian . thanks for the chance ben .,aroma,0.8,1
okay this is an oddity . a sierra nevada dogfish joint effort this beer is brewed with both maple syrup and birch syrup which i did not know even existed . i had this on tap in the presence of food beer whiskey and all the usual aromas of a restaurant bar so forgive me for the short review . poured into an oversized wine glass . life limb pours a very dark opaque color with two fingers of foam on top . the white head settles to a thin wisp too quickly but the lacing is quite good . between my yard and my neighbor s yard i live in the vicinity of about two dozen birch trees i am familiar with the smell . it s the sort of familiarity that makes you unaware it is there . if i went on a date with a woman who had just sprayed herself with a very expensive birch fragrance if there is such a thing she would quite likely be insulted if i remarked that she smells like my backyard but it would be true . i take the aroma for granted . but birch syrup is such an odd ingredient to find in a beer that i recognize it immediately with a single inhalation of life limb . birch sap birch bark birch leaves all very one dimensional but i love it . very impressive . the flavor profile is a bit less impressive but equally alluring . that birch flavor is there but i also taste the maple syrup . it is sweet and sugary but at all cloying . the combination of the two syrups gives me the occasional suggestion of dark fruit but mostly i get the wood and sugar flavors of birch and maple . there is a bit of an alcohol sting on the finish . i have no idea what to call this beer it truly defies categorization . it s also delicious .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle courtesy of rodgers in a recent trade . thanks man . beautiful clear amber color on the pour . quite remarkable looking . smells very malty and sweet with a little bready note as well . very sweet malty taste that is very very drinkable . i really liked this one a lot . very good . . . .,aroma,0.6,1
small weak head quite uninspiring . classic golden ale colour with brown tinges nice . text book nose nothing special . good mouthfeel with nice malty notes although offset by some high levels of fizz . good firmness right throughout . sadly these guys are no longer in business .,aroma,0.4,0
tried this and stormking on the same day . not a bad beer but slightly funny tasting and definitly way below the storm king . i do n t care for clear bottles either which sort of ruined the presentation for me . the price was around . which is pretty expensive for a ounce .,aroma,0.8,1
presentation oz bottle with just vintage printed on the label . really a beautiful bottle . poured a murky muddle brown . not attractive . the nose was the least offensive part of this beer ripe fruits some bitter chocolate the taste on this beer was absolutely horrid . rotten fruit mixed with tobacco and cardboard . mouth feel did n t help the situation as the carbonation was so low it could n t pull any of the off flavors from my tongue . i hate to say this but this beer was a drain pour . new holland produces some fantastic beers this just happens to not be one .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark amber orange color with dark golden orange hues when held to a light source ans a thin one finger yellowish tan head that quickly fades leaving no lacing . light spicy aroma with hints of caramel malt cinnamon brown sugar and slight hops . medium bodied with some nice caramel malt flavor balanced by a prominent spice characteristic . lots of cinnamon and brown sugar along with subtle hoppy bitterness . nicely balanced with a dry finish . easy to drink but i probably would n t drink more than one of these in a night .,aroma,0.4,0
picked up a sixer from the biltmore cabaret s cold beer section on the side of the club about a fortnight ago . poured from ml can into pint glass . pours a frothy white head heavier than moderate lacing clear light yellow body not so bubbly . malt corn . apple juice aroma . smells awful . tastes comes back to apple juice . simple and plain . alcohol is damn prevalent for such a low content beer . sour mash vibe . mouthfeel is unpleasant . thin funky aftertaste . a cheap pale nasty beer . even super cold it is gross . avoid . my can said . alc. vol . as opposed to the previously noted . . freshness date on bottom of can,aroma,0.2,0
oz bottle picked up on a recent trip to michigan . drank from my sierra nevada hop tulip glass . a this one pours a hazy pale amber colored body with a minuscule off white colored head . the head is no more than a crown within seconds . it leaves very little lacing on the sides of my glass . s sweet caramel and toffee malts upfront . herbal and floral hops at the end . i can barely detect this is oaked . smell is pretty weak overall . t the taste is stronger than the smell which is a good thing . toffee and caramel malts at first . pretty sweet . a good deal of hops in this one as well . floral grassy and herbal . the oak comes through much stronger than in the smell . kind of astringent . extremely well balanced . m thin and light with too much carbonation . lingering bitter aftertaste . d one of the most balanced oak aged ipas that ive had . easy to down a few of but not the greatest beer on earth . id get bored after a couple and look for something else .,aroma,0.6,1
a usually drink it in the can so the view never changes s it smells like many american macros maybe a bit better but that s not saying much t defnately not much going on but overall smooth well carbonated m carbonation foam and a little flavor nothing special d you can easily knock a few of these back and not notice it overall as i m apt to tell my more snobby beer friends it won a blue ribbon in the past most recently so something must be good about it . it s cheep has not aweful flavor and does the trick . would i serve this to people im trying to impress . absolutely not but for an all the time beer it fits the bill nicely,aroma,0.4,0
small capped bottle poured into a pint . another edition of stoutsnipas quest to turn me into a hophead . thanks to him again . very nice looking golden brew with a solid light tan head . aroma is as good as it gets fruits flowers grass and everything in the yard makes this smell like a spring day impressive . medium to light bodied its taste is interestingly hoppy with a lot of fruits but the bitterness is not prominent and it is well balanced by an underlying sweet maltiness which increases its drinkability a lot . it is very far from a hop explosion but it is very well crafted and balanced . for the sake of comparison this was on a small tasting with alpha king and arrogant bastard the taste is better on the other two but drinkability and aroma are better here .,aroma,1.0,1
this is my first bell s beer . the number on the bottle is . the beer is a cloudy amber color . the head was minimal . the smell is sweet . the taste is verry hoppy . sweet notes linger for a while . bitter at first with a sweet aftertaste . the beer leaves a refreshing coolness in the mouthfeel . the drinkability is high but deffinatly not a session beer . i would drink it again if it were available in my area . i would love to have a cask version of this sometime .,aroma,0.9,1
well it s not the best of the weinhard brews but it ll do for getting drunk i suppose . the problem with their brews is that many of them taste quite the same . this one is no exception . beware the very obvious skunk smell when opening and drinking this product . this smell is caused by the breakdown of hops into a chemical that very and i mean extraordinarily resembles the smell of a skunk . the green bottles are what cause this breakdown . it s good in a pinch but if you really like beer there are better tastes for even a couple of bucks more .,aroma,0.2,0
had this beer on tap at the firehouse brewing company s brewpub in rapid city south dakota . also i was informed that this was an american pale ale not an english one . the taste and the website both confirm that and i reported an update to ba hopefully it will get changed and un retired as i had this beer about three weeks ago . appearance darker than the average apa with a crystal clear copper color and a quarter inch thick head . the lacing was very nice all the way down the glass and covered about of the backside of it . smell not much aroma but what is there is typical for an apa dry citrus and some mild hop aroma . taste this is dry and hoppy . not a terribly complex beer but a nice straight forward pale ale with a decent bitter bite and a cleansing finish . it complimented the spicy burrito i had quite nicely . mouthfeel refreshing and crisp this beer goes down easy and the sparkle quenches your thirst . overall sadly when i was at the firehouse brewing company they only had four beers on tap excluding the few that i really did want to taste but of the four this was the highlight . it was an easy drinker refreshing and a good pairing with a lot of the tasty spicy food on the menu .,aroma,0.4,0
pours an almost clear reddish amber color with a medium cream colored head that disappears rather quickly . scent is malty and very grainy . that s about it . not a very good nose whatsoever . taste is initially malty with very light hints of sweet and sour flavors . i was not expecting anything great from this awful brewery and i m sure glad i did n t . not a good example of this style and has a very off putting metallic taste . if you re going to label your beer as sour then it should be sour . the sad thing is as awful of a representation of flemish style sour this is it s still one of hermitage brewings better offerings . though i will not be purchasing this again . mouthfeel is not very full bodied and rather light . drinkability is not very high,aroma,0.3,0
kelpie begins with porter like properties . it is dark brown nearly opaque and pours with a light tan head . it initially tastes porter like as well with a fair measure of roastiness . but the further it strays from its porterish attributes the less good can be said of it . and it does stray afield . the brew is faintly carbonated with an aroma that floats like a sea breeze across berries raspberries perhaps . the body is thin the aftertaste is dank and unwelcome . thankfully the taste itself is not overtly suggestive of seaweed as i feared it might be . the fleeing porter notes are supplanted by a berry basket of raw twigs which in turn is subsumed by wet cardboard . i gave this highly improbable concept every honest opportunity to win my favor but can only report that the experiment was a ghastly failure . kelpie is flat and fails on many fronts as an ale as a porter as an herb flavored brew and as a scottish novelty . by comparison i have long enjoyed the frach heather ale brewed by the same company . kelpie has a brief moment of budding potential but the paint smock of an aftertaste and the coarse woolen mouthfeel destroy any enjoyment that may hope to linger .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a clear golden brown with a lofty head than sticks around . the smell is more toasty malt than anything else but if you must know that anything else is somewhat grassy barely grapefruity hops and a decent amount of caramel . the taste is pretty mellow for an ipa and there s a wetness to the mouthfeel which is good and yet seems out of place . unlike a lot of lesser american ipas you can taste the hops themselves more than just the bitterness of the alpha acids . not sure if that is a good thing without the bitterness though . there s some mild tangerine going on with a hint of honey . there s toasted malts mostly with yeah . caramel malt . heh . is it possible to review an american ipa without the words pine grapefruit and caramel . you tell me . i ve yet to find a way . as judged on its own merits it s a delicious and surprisingly refreshing and pleasant beer . but as an american ipa it could probably do with a heavier dose of hops early in the boil to bring up the bitterness that might bring it up to the level of it s counterparts . but i guess that would go against the whole concept of this beer . so maybe not . this is a great and easily sessionable beer and let s just say it s an ipa but it s an off centered ipa as it was intended to be and no bad thing .,aroma,0.6,1
as with most of their packaged beers there s a very distracting aroma of wet salted peanut shells . this time at least the porter is can overpower it . pours a repectable porter type head on an attractive body . again the peanut shell aspect is in the taste but so is a well roasted chocolately porter taste and a noticeable load of hop bitterness . clearly if they can just work out thier bottling problems they might have some winners here . try this on tap at the pub instead and you ll find it s pretty nice .,aroma,0.2,0
appearance golden to straw colored and cloudy . heavily carbonated . tall cake like white head that remains thick throughout the drink . smell yeasty . smells a little like lcove . furity . very tasty smelling . taste sweet alcohol flavor . tastes of clove apple and grpaes . spicy and sweet . mouthfeel medium body . alcoholic warming . heavily carbonated . drinkability . very tasty . it meets my expectations from this beer but does n t really exceed them very much . but that wo n t keep this beer from me .,aroma,1.0,1
chocolate brown color and dark head that you would expect from a chocolate stout . very little popped out at me with the smell just the oh so slight scent of chocolate . pretty much the same with the taste slight chocolate flavor . i would have preferred more of the bitter flavor i was expecting from the bitter chocolate . the chocolate flavor does however linger long enough to savor . mouthfeel was very good and just what i expected from an oatmeal stout silky smooth and very drinkable . at . abv i expected a bit more astringency and thankfully it was n t there . all in all a terrific beer . i m glad i bought bottles . i may even hit the store and grab or more before they re all gone . i suggest you do the same .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to both bhalter and kiawahisland for providing me with a bottle of this beer . well up front i need to admit that i was n t expecting much from this beer . not sure why but i did n t have high expectations . joke was on me this beer clearly surpassed all of these expectations and was a very nice quad . light tan head sits upon this almost purple amber colored beer . not much lacing . not much in the way of aroma . this concerned me and i was not hopeful . flavor was really nice . raisins figs cocoa powder and a touch of spice . very fruity and smooth . very smooth and almost creamy . fairly thick body and velvet like . really enjoyed this and found it to be quite intriguing . well done sweetwater .,aroma,0.6,1
big thanks to erikkoppin for this tasty ipa . a poured lighter copper darker orange color . slight haze through the glass . one finger head that leaves quickly but not before leaving traces on the glass . s mostly pine citrus smell coming from hops . not as strong most ipa s go . a faint hint of bready malts at the end of the nose . t for not much aroma this makes up for in taste . sweet citrus hop flavor up front . before you know it a strong pine bitterness right in the middle . malts at the end balance out very well to ease up on the bitterness . there is a lot of flavor going on from start to finish . would almost guess this is a iipa . m medium body . moderate carbonation . for a pretty bitter beer goes down rather smooth . d well i was n t familiar with shorts brewing before but i am now . this is an very good ipa . very good characteristics make it one i d love to get more of . thanks again to erik for the great hookup .,aroma,0.6,1
a an opaque this is the first beer in a long time i can truly say is opaque mocha brown ale with a monsterous head and a fair amount of lacing . s raisins and dates with stewed apples and a slight smoky character . strong presence like a nice port wine . currants and a touch of yeasty alcohol are in the mix . t brown sugar and maple syrup with a bit of raisins and concord grape juice though it was from being cloyingly sweet in fact the sweetness is barely noticeable. the aftertaste is a bland lingering concord grape juice fruitiness with a touch of a grassy hop . after that there is a bit of a lingering maple brown sugar flavor . m carbonation is very high frothy and medium bodied . not very refreshing . a little gummy in the mouth too . d okay . not the greatest beer ever and the carbonation is nuts but it tastes smells and looks nice .,aroma,0.9,1
ml can . abv appearance nice golden colour decent well lasting head that leaves a little lace . the beer does appear over carbonated though . smell bleeeghghgh this smells like corn flour mixed with vodka . there is no redeeming factor in this aroma no hints of malt or hops . this has to be one of the worst smelling beers around . taste as with the smell the taste is just bad . sweet maize and bitter cheap booze reminds me of super cheap vodka . mouthfeel medium light body reasonable carbonation but dreadful alcohol burn . drinkability yes i am a college student and as any good student i do enjoy a periodic booze up . but even if i was very well intoxicated and this was all that there was i would n t drink it .,aroma,0.2,0
thanks again to bobby . a the beer pours a rather dark brown color with a bit of brown to it and a khaki head . s starts off with an intense rubbing alcohol aroma and burnt rubber tires . some toasted malt and nuts along with a little bit of chocolate . the beer finishes off with more booze and some chile pepper . t toffee and cherry cough syrup with a definite chile pepper flavor . slightly spicy but it s more of the fresh green pepper flavor . hints of dark chocolate and strong metallic and booze notes . m medium in body with a medium level of carbonation . o almost as bad as invocation but a different sort of bad .,aroma,0.3,0
had this on the strip in las vegas . why . i figure if i m going to rag on a beer i should at least try it . it s very light colored and foamy . but thin . nothing wrong though . the nose is spot on for the powdered lime salt some restaurants use on margaritas . is there a beer in there . you ca n t really tell from the smell . the taste mirrors the nose . pretty much just like margarita mix with only the faintest hint of a beer buried in there . it s along the lines of a margarita mix radler only with way too much mix flavoring and a bland beer to start with . there s no real reason you could n t drink a bunch of these except for the needlessly foamy beer base making you feel bloated . probably a great beach drink since there are no real hops to skunk and even people who hate beer can drink it . it is n t disgusting or anything but there s next to no beer flavor in there . would i take it over a normal light beer . probably . at the very least it has some flavor .,aroma,0.3,0
when i smelled this beer i was excited because it was similar to the chimay bleu . it had that trappist aroma with wine and fruit present . the taste was too syrupy and therefore a disapointment . this beer is very powerful i could even feel it after just a few sips . it was not worth finishing though . it did not fit my taste .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark amber with lots of sticky foam . great lacing . looks like a superb beer . s not what i anticipated . lots and lots of booze along with some sweet malt characteristics . either my nose is off or i get very little hops . the hops i do smell are only a tad floral . not gon na lie i get notes of barf in this one for some reason . t as much as i wanted to throw this one away after smelling it i took one drink and it was amazing . a huge beer malty and bready and hoppy and piney and fruity at the same time . the finish is bitter and dry but sticks around for the right amount of time . just extremely complex and well balanced at the same time . i feel like it s a bit hoppy for the style but it works for me overall . m an extremely thick full bodied beer . carbonation is high booze is noticeable and warming but not too much . d good for what it is . i would n t want to drink more than in a night but it is nearly abv in the end .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a strange fake red color with a bright pink head . looks fake and terrible . fruit punch like . the nose has just a touch of toasted malt with a hint of floral hops . the taste is very one dimensional has a light bit toasted malt but then is quickly taken over by a strong coppery bitterness that lingers on and on and covers all the other flavors up . mouthfeel is oily and coating leaving the unpleasant flavor soaking into your tongue . not good i would pass on this with the highlight being the nifty label .,aroma,0.6,1
chilled bottle into a glass . pretty sure this came from onix agr . thanks barry . a pours a brown black blend impenetrable in my tulip but definitely shows some light through the edges if i hold it close to a lamp . has a strong mocha ha . colored head that retains well and leaves splotches of lacing down the sides . s chocolate cocoa coffee caramel and some nutty character . i m scared by how sweet this smells as i ve had less than positive experiences with st s other oversweetened beers . t it tastes pretty damn sweet too . like liquid sugar at first . but it shapes up pretty nicely as it warms and gets less sweet in the finish though i would n t call this dry exactly . the coffee does a good job of providing a balancing bitterness against the chocolate and caramel flavors and the nutty components give it some depth . some vanilla to be found as well . make no mistake it s heavily on the sweet side but not as cloying as i was expecting . m full bodied moderate carbonation . sweet finish with some definite booze burn . d i would not specifically trade for this but i might take a sip of a future bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
man if you didnt know you would think this is an old school oregon ipa on roids poured into an imperial pint glass a clear full copper color with a well formed one finger white head.smell like laundry detergent with some caramel and for me thats heaven on earth just beautiful.resiny and citric this is a left coast american style ipa all the way the subdued but noticeable aramel malt base rounds out the beer nicely and makes it very americanized in my mind these guys studied well a great big ipa bursting with hop flavors here .,aroma,1.0,1
new in town . aroma is mildly skunky stale hops and light malts . body is a nearly clear amber and holds a creamy two finger thick lasting tan head . fore is a little toasty and backed up by some mild fruity caramel sweetness . low hop flavor profile suited to the style . finish is a lingering caramel apple bread sweetness i find rather tasty .,aroma,0.4,0
a recent gift in support of the canquest tm . walgreen s has their own beer . . . i can dig it can you . many thanks to my cantributor who shall be unnamed unless he asks me to out him ok it s thagr us for his generous cantribution to the madness . i keep thinking that with a good logo i could get t shirts made up for all of my fellow canquesters tm both active reviewers and frequent cantributors alike . hmmm . from the can in addition to the unattached paddle wheel it reads genuine beer brewed from only the choicest hops and it s the water that makes it . i wonder if it is truly genuine does it come with a certificate of authenticity . i do not want some artificial or replica beer in my glass . believe it or do n t we actually have standards here at jp productions llc and i will not stand for crappy imitations of the real thing . the crack glug proceeded as normal with my centerline aggro pour producing two fingers worth of foamy bone white head . color was a pale lemon yellow with ne quality clarity . nose had an immediate blast of cabbage followed by corn and silage . the more that i drink these american adjunct lagers the more i shake my head in wonderment at what prohibition has wrought . to think that for a whole long time variants on this theme were all that were being made here in the u.s. sad . mouthfeel was thin to medium about the standard for the style . taste was on the bland side giving credence to their claim about the water because it sure were n t those choicest hops that were mak ing it . finish was slightly dry pretty bland nothing major either way . it was not bad and i hear that it is fairly inexpensive at walgreen s so i can not dun it too badly . now if cvs would just get their own brand .,aroma,0.4,0
part of my beer of the month club nicely pronouned bottom as an acronym . this one pours with a dramatic tan head huge and fluffy and sticky . the color in the beer is a hazy deep amber color . nice but a little too much like a root beer float on top . a fantastic malty aroma scents of autumn air sweet and with just a touch of hops . the flavor is astringent very mossy and like old apples . malt is between caramel and corn syrup . finishes a little bitter but overall the flavor is muted and ca n t decide whether it is going to deliver on the hop or malt front . fizzy overly carbonated mouthfeel . ok but not much better than that . i feel the flavor comes out balanced . but overly so with no aspects jumping out in the flavor . better options on the table but still passable .,aroma,0.9,1
a crystal clear deep gold body is topped by a good sized head of creamy bright white foam that holds quite well and leaves splotchy lace about the glass . standard sized bubbles race towards the surface obviously adding to its retention . a distinctly grainy malt greets you in the nose along with some skunky hops despite the brown glass bottle . the body is medium and its median level carbonation leaves it crisp on the tongue . the same rich grainy malt appears in the flavor although it tastes a bit cooked . it s worty and similar to liquid extract malt . some floral and spicy hops come through the malt and it s backed by a bold bitterness . it finishes dry with just a thin layer of residual sticky malt . served well chilled it passes as a fair substitue for a quality german pilsner . as it warms and the true flavor of the malt becomes more apparent however it loses some of its refreshing character and becomes a bit cloying .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a cloudy orange yellow with a pretty thin head of foam . sweet and fruity aroma with cloves and a little bit of funk . apple and vanilla hints . great initial flavor with a dry and somewhat bitter apple pear orange peel and a little bit of cloves . alcohol is quite present and adds a harshness . bitter and harsh aftertaste that is somewhat dry . medium carbonation and decent but fairly light body . i probably would not want to sip or session with this . not bad but alcohol is inappropriately conspicuous and nothing spectacular about the flavor . it is a little bit cheaper than the other nearest pack of tripel which is twice as good .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz can into a nonic . this is black . blacker than the blackest black times infinity . hold this right up to a lightbulb . nothing shines through at all . the head is very very dark colored but it s fairly thin and minimal . that s alright though because this is black . viscous . looks like it s deadly serious . the aroma is probably the weakest part of this beer . i m having a hard time coaxing a big aroma out of this there s some chocolate and matiness but not too much more . the taste is absolutely sublime . smooth dark chocolate gives way to some dark fruit and just a touch of a hop kick . vanilla and absolutely perfect roasted malts finish this off . just fantastic . the mouthfeel is extremely thick and full bodied with a light yet noticeable amount of carbonation. absolutely perfect for the style . the drinkability is absurd for the abv this goes down way easier than the . on the can claims . a superlative ris from oskar blues . seriously . drink this . it s so good .,aroma,0.7,1
i bought a bomber of hop in the dark at a grocery store . poured in to a pint glass . the color is back and opaque . a foamy head caps the beer and is quite resilient . there are three colors in the head beige and off white swirls of foam and some glimmers of garnet red in the larger bubbles . smell is faint with something of a pine scent i suppose . taste is a sweet charcoal and dark chocolate flavor some roasted grain with a bitter pine burst on the finish . mouthfeel is medium bodied a little thinner than i might have expected but still slightly cloying . drinkable enough especially at abv . . i might not be my first choice for a warm summer afternoon but ti was n t terrible in that setting either . i ll probably look for this again in the winter months .,aroma,0.6,1
i havent been marking the blind tasted beers i have had . my girlfriend poured this for me out of beers i gave her to choose from . appearance little head with decent lacing red color . i can see my fingers through the glass . . smell . toffee and black currents and grapes with caramel . a heavenly delight of a smell taste . this beer is incredibly sweet . loads of candy sugar in this i am sure . belgian sugar candy with black currant . back round is of toffee and caramel . this beer has crazy sweetness its very cloying . i am smacking my lips because of the sweetness . it is tart and sweet . some balancing sourness comes out as the beer warms . this could become well rounded if they put less candy sugar in this beer . mouthfeel . this beer is undercarbonated and makes my lips smack . the overly sugariness of the beer does not make for a good mouthfeel . drinkability . i could drink this beer fast because it is so sweet but it would n t make for that enjoyable og an expriece .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer pours a deep red with a very thick and rocky white head that has great retention . the smell was of spice and was sweet . also a bit yeasty and slightly alcohol like in the nose . the smell is quite inviting . taste is slightly bitter . not sure i care for the bitterness in this beer . or is it more of a fruity tartness . i cant tell but it seems to be lacking in the taste what i found in the aroma . no spice as far as i could tell in the taste nor the yeasty character . no sweetness at all which kinda made the tart bitter a little to rought for my liking . it does finish very dry and leave a plum like taste in my mouth when i exhale for quite some time . again its a bit to dry in the end for my taste .,aroma,0.8,1
it sure looks like a real tripel . half inch velvet foamed white head . hazy golden yellow body with lots of effervescence . the smell is divine with fruits and spice and honey and a little malt . the taste reflects the smell but is a little milder than it hinted . despite the higher alcohol i d say it s well hidden . the body is medium light weight which would make this one of the lighter tripels i ve had . although not a belgian champion it s still a fine tripel .,aroma,0.9,1
nice crystal clear golden color with a nice white head . smell was almost offensive and hard to describe . just did n t care for it . taste was very good with a perfect balance and a nice subtle hoppy finish . carbonation was med high and body was medium . nice mouthfeel and highly drinkable . if it was n t for the off aroma this would have been an excellent beer .,aroma,0.4,0
copper reddish in color with a nice head . nice lacing developed . the aroma was of some barely noticeable malt . the taste was pleasant as a mellow malty and caramel flavors are up front with some mild bitterness in the background . the mouthfeel was smooth at the start with a dry finish . the malts linger on the tongue . very low in alcohol around . medium bodied . definite session brew that can be enjoyed all day .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle poured into tulip mar a pours out black with some oil like globs towards the bottom of the bottle thumbs width of mocha head quickly falls to a thin film leaving a partial ring of lace followed by some unorganized patches s worcestershire sauce and soy with a little booze and mint not what i was hoping for t slightly better with some smoke woody earth vanilla cola and whiskey but that worcestershire is hard to miss after you catch wind of it m fairly thick and creamy with just a little heat that could be better concealed but still feels good o lea perrins would be proud that worcestershire smell and flavor is holding this one way back hard to believe that before this hit the barrel it was one of my all time favorite stouts i love the beer geek breakfast but this one just did n t do it for me not a bad brew but i d rather drink one before the barrel aging edit after reading some reviews i suspected i got a bad bottle and tried another . no changes to report after giving it another try,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a glass tumbler from a oz . bottle . a clear yellowish orange very thin head that dissapates almost immediately s lots of bright apple and spice by far the best facet of this one . t not really sweet but possessing a lot of apple and spice . very little actual hops or yeast in the backing to suggest it s a beer . m thin with a large tempermental fizz . not very endearing . d very drinkable if not the the disappointing taste . overall it almost feels like slightly darker light beer with apples and coriander . it s certainly not terrible but the flavors are so unbalanced it does n t make for a memorable experience .,aroma,0.8,1
the appearance was fairly clear light amber color and had a nice lacey head . i really enjoyed the clean hoppy smell . the fell is very smooth and followed by the taste came on strong a bitter finish . this beer is defiantly an enjoyable beer for ipa lovers,aroma,1.0,1
at the amsterdam ale house ny ny . as i watched the guy behind the bar pull this from the tap my heart leapt when i saw he stopped when there was a two inch head on the beer . then my heart sank as he resumed pouring letting the head run down the glass until there was about half an inch left . sheesh . so much for aroma . what i could detect was rather wheat beerish some cloves and bananas maybe some lemons . decent light amber color too . very nice taste with spicy oranges and other citrus ambling arm in arm with light bananas and some hay . lemons came to the fore especially in the aftertaste . lightly carbonated with zing not sting . this was a nice find on the aah list and i would definitely have another . of the american bpas i ve had this was by far the most drinkable not overly bitter or ham fistedly hopped but nicely balanced and quite drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
the joy of this beer is in its exact representation of the stated ingredients on the bottle . it says things like ginger and cloves and that s what you get . there is no nuance here it s overt but not to the detriment of the entire product . instead it s a proud statement of the ingredients . the appearance is just fine and typical of a holiday winter beer . the aroma is wonderfully pungent . other than the presence of ginger the only thing i was n t smelling was an evergreen tree . ginger and clove were the two dominant forces here but the other spices chimed in as the beer warmed . as for taste surprisingly mild in comparison to the expectation set by the nose . this is a good thing . there are times when taste and nose can be appreciated separately . this is one of them . i did n t want the beer to taste the way it smelled . in this case the beer was light on the tongue in terms of crispness . the ginger lingers quite a bit and you have to make an effort to get to the rest . there is a mild bitterness imparted by the hops but the gist is spice . definitely compelling . as for drinkability this falls into the one and done category that is best shared amongst guests who are already drinking spiced eggnog .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a traditional pint glass . appearance a fast fading one finger head with very inconsistent crazy bubble structure . a deep orange brown body with medium to active carbonation . very average looking . aroma now this is nice . caramel brown sugar and some good fruity esters cherries apple peel . taste a big letdown from the nose possibly the biggest discrepancy between an aroma and taste i ve ever experienced . some spicy hop bitterness and a strong lightly toasted malt backbone . and little else . maybe some mild cleaner like ethanol in the finish . disappointing . mouthfeel big bodied and again that very inconsistent bubble structure makes for a course rough mouth . profile is also very large makin it a little too fluffy . drinkability eh . way too one dimensional and the mouthfeel becomes annoying after a while . i finished it but i was n t thrilled with the last half . a decidedly middling affair . i ve had this on tap before and enjoyed it more but i was pretty disappointed with this bottle . there are more enjoyable more complex and plain better interpretations of the style .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance poured into a duvel sniffter beautiful hazy dark honey color with thick off white head . good lacing decent retention . smell yeasty wheat dry and straightforward expect for a slight strofoamish hint in the background . mouthfeel light body with medium carbonation very cooling . taste very dray yeasty wheat with maybe just a bit of lemon wheat toast on the finish . drinkability an excellent session beer very crisp and swallow inducing .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle . mindestens haltbar bis . . . it pours into my riegle mug a light yellowish gold with a foamy white head that leaves some decent lacing . the smell is nicely hopped . it has some herbal scents and some citrus . the flavor unfortunately fails to deliver somewhat . it is mild with a slight hop and malt flavor . the hops come in after a few drinks but there is also an odd off flavor which doesnt go away . it is ok .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at the petrol station in houston tx a pours an opaque hazed orange . unattractive murky and dirty . at first a two finger white head forms but recedes to nothing in a second . no lace . s mango pineapple and other tropical fruits right up front in the nose . very hop forward juicy aromas . t again the tropical fruits are up front and center . mango and pineapple juice . big bitterness takes over with a lingering spicy phenolic flavor . the bitterness continues to build as this warms and over powers everything . m d a medium body with very high carbonation . almost to high . prickly bubbles on the tongue . not hard the drink . the alcohol is well hidden but the building bitterness makes this more of a one and done for me . decent and enjoyable for the most part . it just did not do it for me for what ever reason . i think it is a combination of the really unattractive look and the bitterness that continues to build with each sip .,aroma,0.8,1
had an imperial pint at mac s taproom slighshot is a clear pale copper with a small off white head that leaves moderate lace . smell is very muted especially when first served a bit to cold sweet soft cereals and grassy hops . taste is all bready biscuity malt with a lingering bitter finish . this beer is remarkably well balanced clean and smooth for it s size which is n t masked by tons of hops speciality malts or other adjuncts . a very nice pale ale . mouthfeel is remarkably creamy even though it did n t exhibit much carbonation . drinkablity is pretty good with this as it s so clean and crisp almost like a strong larger or something . i did n t have much time though and gulping down the last of the glass was a bit heavy in the belly .,aroma,0.6,1
l i have large wheat glasses so i poured it with a inch thick white head . dissipates pretty quickly but leaves some lacing along the glass . the color is a golden yellow . s funky musty yeasty . the smell is really off putting . t light sweet creamy . finishes pretty dry with some residual grassy hop oil on the tongue . m light medium mouthfeel with medium carbonation . d does n t drink poorly the more i had it the more i enjoyed it . but the flavors are on the weaker side with that damn off putting aroma . kinda dissapointed i have more of these in the brewmaster s pack i just bought .,aroma,0.3,0
golden brown color laced head retention . malt deluxe on the smell . hops take a back seat . easy malt and grainy flavor . balanced and even . decent and full . full amd fizzed feel . ah good not spectacular . my ability to drink these is in question .,aroma,0.9,1
pours absolutely nooo carbonation whatsoever . seriously . it s flat as a pancake that was just steamrolled by a um steamroller . the body is an impenetrable amber with a little bit of floaties perhaps yeast . aromas are the usual wow you get from a strong barleywine with smells including honey honey . and more honey . also exhibits a mixture of melon and maltiness . very intense . the taste is closer to mir or mead or even dfh s midas touch with a bit of heat on the finish . additionally shows some malty bitterness that i believe is bringing out some crazy flavors in the stilton i am pairing it with . the mouthfeel is thick and slightly juicy . barring the heat the consistency finishes well . overall this is decent but waaayyy too f ing sweet . maybe that s the point . the smell is wonderful and the taste is honey delicious but it lacks refinement and does n t balance out well . whatever though . it needed to be drank and it s drank . just pair it with a blue cheese like stilton and you ll most likely be satisfied .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a hazy orangish amber color with a billowing white head that leaves a nice lace . aromas are super fruity and super hoppy ranging from grapefruit and other citrusy fruits to a little oily piney aroma that just makes it known that there are some hops in this beer . the flavor of this beer starts out just like aromas showing off a tremendous amount of citrusy fruits grapefruit mango oranges and other zesty flavors . also this beer just tastes damn sweet to all around to me . following some malts make there way into the flavor profile of this beer bringing some buttery caramel flavors to the beer . the finish on this beer is nice a bitter but still very citrusy with a slight sweet tone that still stays even with all the bitterness . this beer was medium to light bodied with a nice crisp carbonation . overall for those who like sweeter more citrusy like ipa s this one is a must to try almost reminds me of hop monster by paper city in a way but for someone like me i prefer a little more piney bitterness and less citrus in my ipa s . definetly made this a little hard to put down cause it was just so sweet .,aroma,0.9,1
yet anothe winner from rogue pours a deep amber with a big head aroma is faint taste is bold spice and nice toasty malt almost peppery delicious . mouthfeel is pefect as seems to be the case with all rogue brews . drinkability is very high . a superb amber ale right up there with red rocket ale in my opionion a very enjoyable brew .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance dark brown opaque body with plenty of sediment . slightly offwhite head with low retention and a thin rootbeer type bubbling . smell alcoholic . boring . worst part about the beer . taste woah . that is good . different and good . strong yet very balanced . mouthfeel nice and active on the tongue . overall i love this beer . best trappist i ve had since the rochefort .,aroma,0.6,1
a drank this one from the can bu i recall hese being a darker straw color . s smells a little too sweet maybe it s just me . t above average for a beer this cheap . lightly grainy sweeter than average corn with trace hops detectable . m highly carbonated and light . very refreshing . d great session beer for eleven bucks a case at my local distributor . the sweetness in my opinion holds it back slightly reminds me somewhat of drinking a soda . still will have no problem finishing the case very quickly .,aroma,0.4,0
huge head which sticks around and will not be denied . sipping the beer with a moustache will leave some foam on the ole flavor saver for later . particles of brownish specks in the head rather unusual . delicate and sticky lacing the color of the beer is a dark red almost mahogany . smell is surprisingly light with no real waves of florals or fruits like other belgians i have tried . what it lacks in smell it more than makes up for in taste . this beer is world class in the taste department . fig maybe some light butterscotch i also get some otherworldy flavors i am not sure i can even describe with words . truly amazing .,aroma,0.7,1
a the pour is ligth yellow looks very pale with a large white fluffy almost soapy head with large bubbles that dissipates quickly leaving some lace . s this is an obvious german pilsener pure malt together with nice bitter hops in balance with the slight fainter floral hops . citric notes . t almost exactly like the smell but fainter in all parts . there are pure malt blend between bitter and floral hops but lighter than the smell suggested . the only different thing is that the citric notes is changed to green apples . m a very medium beer both in aftertaste but also in body and carbonation . d this is a beer that goes down without any hazzle . but it s not,aroma,0.8,1
pitch black pour with a milk chocolate head of two fingers quickly leaving without much lace . coffee raisins and chocolate grace the nose coffee immediately fronts the palate some smoked hops in the background semi watery with a light mouthfeel good amounts of medium carbonation although the flavor is behind everything else i would recommend this as an introduction to the style for someone new it truly is not bad,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . a pours a fairly opaque light amber with a bit of orange . a little less than a finger of head . decent lacing . s the smell is basically what d you d expect for a well balanced beer . nothing really stands out nothing s really lacking . t the taste is much like the smell . it s very nice fairly balanced but with a nice touch of sweetness . m smooth carbonation medium to full bodied feel . d could session this one easily . very easy to drink . this is a great beer that does n t try too hard . no huge dominant flavors but everything is done well .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a bronze color with a thin head and nice lacing . scent is hard to get a hold of i ca n t seem to get what i am looking for in this style . i do get nice hops citrus and sweet malt but it is not as pronounced as i would expect . taste is very nice starts out lightly sweet and malty that lingers for a moment then it is wonderful citrusy hops that finishes dry but a bit sweet also . abv . is not noticeable at all i would expect more alcohol taste from this beer . mouthfeel is incredible very smooth with light body . carbination is perfect . drinkability is exceptional for this beer . the beer is easy to drink . the alcohol is slightly noticeable but not what i would expect . i could definately finish the four pack at once . it is kind of expensive though .,aroma,0.6,1
aroma is really pretty light with as much hops as malt . malt stronger presence in time but not roast or dark . seems yeasty too . great color but no head . bright clear brown amber . malty dry . light with long finish of mild bitterness . caramel aspects appear in time but very light with a very slight roast and a bit of sweetness . appropriately thin . high thirst quenching quality . medium to high carbonation . less than average for style but easily a satisfying session beer .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a hill farmstead tasting glass revealing opaque deep brown body under tanned thick and dense light brown head . very pretty . smells like roast coffee vanilla and sweet heavy caramely malts . nice warm smells clear and well executed . tastes decently sweet at first but followed by a powerful bitterness with both hoppy and burnt character . nice sweet vanilla and malt get killed by the tannic astringency . tough to tell if anything lies beyond that flavor . body is on the lighter side of heavy with some creaminess from the carbonation and silkiness from the oats but it gets gritty and dry by the end . in terms of drinkability i m glad it s a small bottle . overall this brew has some things going for it but it does n t quite pull through in the end . maybe with some years on it it ll even out .,aroma,0.9,1
vintage . poured into a tulip . beer is dark brown and really hazy . carbonation is high and steady of small bubbles and forms a thick off white head of medium and small bubbles . head staying power really nice . lacing is moderate . looks good . this beer smells so good . sweet with almost a balsamic vinegar quality . slightly yeasty . great . tart sour gets me in the back of the mouth . almost a woodsey musk to the whole thing . some sweet sour in the front no bitterness to speak of . beer is a little thin . second taste slight alcohol and a growing bitterness that time . mouthfeel is good and drinkability is good as well . i would recommend this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle . pours a pitch black color . grows a thin bubbly brown colored head that disappears immediately . aroma has a dry oxidized quality to it bringing out some dark malt characters with chocolate predominating a hint of roast flavor and just a small note of booze quite the feat for an beer . the flavor brings out some pretty decent chocolatey flavors slightly roasty and some dry astringency mid drink though the beer ultimately finished relatively sweet . i do n t get much in the way of fusel alcohols but their is an unpleasant acetone flavor left after each swallow . all things considering this beer is pretty easy drinking . the upfront flavors are pretty nice but the nail polish remover like acetone flavor in the finish ruins anything good about it for me . at the price point this is definitely not worth trying more than once imo .,aroma,0.8,1
was eager to try this since i ve been to the brewery in the fall . pours nice enough with ample carbonation . very strong smell of watermelon . reminds me of a jolly rancher candy . the taste is kinda bland . honestly the hooker blond ale is superior to this . not bad but you do n t taste watermelon and the flavor of hops is muted somewhat . it is a decent beer to drink in the summer but not worth the extra effort to find .,aroma,0.9,1
slightly hazy brownish amber . all about the hops . nice nose of citrus and leather . spicy and sharp taste is pleasant enough . definitely an ipa style red so you can quibble about the exact style . brewery calls it a super hoppy red . the fragrance in the nose with every sip is quite amazing then the hops bite back . very bitter and crabby beer that will appeal to big hops fiends . on tap at the brewery in temecula .,aroma,0.9,1
bottled on . reviewed on . oz bottle poured into a tulip glass . pours a clear ruby red color with a finger of white foam . head dissipates quickly and leaves a soap like lacing around the glass . great hop aroma from the nose . huge citrus and pine aromas are present along with some tropical fruit . there is also a sweet characteristic to the nose . caramel malt and some ripe fruit seem to be here as well . the taste is considerably different from the nose due to a huge presence of alcohol . the big citrusy and piny hops are here but not as assertive as they were in the nose . sweet caramel malt is here as well but the alcohol that is present completely changes the profile . slight bitter finish that lingers a bit but the alcohol is prevalent towards the back end . slick oily and sticky . bitterness is n t all that strong but it sticks a bit . normally these work well with a dipa but they do n t work with the alcohol in this one . overall this one has a great nose . it s very enticing but the rest of the beer does n t live up to the aroma . the alcohol is overwhelming at some points and provides a harsh finish at others .,aroma,0.8,1
i can not believe that this beer is in front of me . i ve dreamed about it forever . in fact i ve even considered making a trip out to vermont simply to try it . thanks glazeman and thanks to the trader that got this one done for him and thanks to the trader that hooked me up with matt in order to reel in the infamous heady topper . a cloudy dark brown ruby murky with a one finger head that quickly fades to a few bubbles . unfiltered for sure floaties abound . s words can not describe . overwhelmingly the finest ipa i ve ever sniffed . big juicy citrus hops up front with tangerines oranges limes and a hint of lemon . warm booze in the finish . perfect . t just incredible . biscuit malts piney hops citrus hops with a harsh bitter boozy bite in the finish . i love the biscuittiness that carries this entire beer but it would be even better if it were only the tiniest bit sweeter . m very good . nice carbonation and appropriate chewiness without being syrupy . great for a dipa . d for me heady topper is a whale of all whales . i wish i could drink it all the time . i could easily drink more than the oz . that i had in this serving unfortunately i ll probably never have it again unless the alchemist decides to make it more available .,aroma,1.0,1
a has a nice golden color . it is also a little hazy and does not have much head after i poured it into a glass . s i tried to smell this beer and i got nothing . i stuck my nose all the way into the beer pretty much and came up with almost nothing as far as the smell . it reminds me of the smell of a pilsner though from what i can smell . t this beer does well with balancing hops and malts . you can taste some of the hops but then the malts come along and stop the hops from over powering . m nice carbonation in my mouth not a bad feel . d this beer is easy to drink . you could definetly drink more then one because the taste is not to heavy . id say buy a six it is worth it .,aroma,0.3,0
looks.well orange . murky fluffy smells . well wheaty and sweety . tastes. sublime . wheat with unripe bananas . complex refined sugars and orangey flavoring . the perfect hefe . others have said it before . drink it . what other hefe s can compete . what other beers can say they are top of the class . not many . this is one of them . not my favorite but for its style . this is the one that i would pick on a desert isle with my favorite jefe .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at the brewpub . cloudy golden amber with a big fluffy head . do n t see any carbonation . smells is practically non existent but as it warms i pick up a very herbal hop aroma that reminds me of straight hop pellets . flavor is hop forward for sure with the usual pine y and citrus hops . a bit of soapyness in the flavor . finishes bitter . medium mouthfeel adequate carbonation . this is a drinkable ipa but it s not on par with many you ll find at american brewpubs .,aroma,0.4,0
i drank this from a oz bottle into my rochefort chalice . this beer is a very drak brown nothing distinguishing or remarkable . the head is light tan but rises less than a finger and is gone immediately . the aroma is awesome . right away it reminds me of kuhnhenn raspberry eisbock with huge notes of sweet raspberries and chocolate . the tatse does n t totally translate from the aroma but its pretty close . you get lots of the raspberry not much chocolate but then you become distracted by the distinct end of a traditional brown ale . i do n t really like this finish but does n t make me dislike the beer . if i was in the mood for a cheaper version of kre i d totally look this way .,aroma,1.0,1
this poured a beautiful clear copper lots of bubbles and creamy collar . slightly sweet malty aroma hop notes . dull flat bitter taste not impressed . xtremely dry mouthfeel . drinkability i would rate as poor i did not care for this beer at all . very disappointing .,aroma,0.8,1
served at regular temperature f from a pilsner glass . looks straw yellow decent head and a little lacing . smells slightly sulfurous on opening but not as bad as my last sample of pbr . maybe the pabst plant has a little sulfur in the water . a little alcohol and grain in the nose . maybe a touch of maltiness . taste actually a little bit of hops compared to its competitors . sort of dry first then sweet . a little bit of an aftertaste of metal like maybe well water . a little hops taste towards the end . nothing really offensive or overpowering yet not like bud miller lite pool water taste . i d really like to compare this side by side with pbr since they re both pabst beers . i like this better than pbr . mouthfeel seems pretty fizzy if from the can but settles down quite a lot in the pilsner glass . drinkability easy to throw back a few .,aroma,0.4,0
cask edition tapped at blue point a deep and rich brown color light tan bubbly cask head . s awesome char smell with chocolate and roasted coffee and supported by a rich dark fruit sweetness . t great chocolate and malty flavor . notes of coffee and great char presence . solid fruity center . hoppy bitterness is a fantastic undertone . m nice smooth mouthfeel . amazing coating on the palate . o i love toxic sludge and it s fantastic on cask . infinitely drinkable super smooth and the flavors just pop .,aroma,1.0,1
after wrestling the cork out for minutes poured into a tumbler at degrees . beer was auburne colored with a good head that had fine little bubbles . beer smelled like fresh bread with a fruity apricote kinda taste . beer would have been better tasting but strong alcohole afterburn was overpowering .,aroma,0.8,1
pours with a cristal clear goden body topped by a thick white head with lots of lace . sweet and fruity aroma with some odd notes . actually smells kind of like tomato sauce . . . . sweet yet slightly bitter hoppy flavor wtih a good malty balance and a bitter finish . light bodied smooth and a touch dry .,aroma,0.4,0
this was an interesting beer . the pour was black with a very thin light tan head . the aroma which was really the high point of this beer was quite terrific roasty malt with hints of chocolate and black cherries . the taste however was a bit hard to rate . the first sip was utterly disappointing seemed watery in feel and in flavor . after the beer had warmed however or after my taste buds adjusted and became better able to pick up subtleties the chocolate and roasty character of the beer really came out as did a nicely bitter finish . even still though the aftertaste seemed to fade rather quickly and left me with a rather watery feeling flavor in my mouth . not a bad beer but overall i think a bit too mild to really impress me .,aroma,1.0,1
pour produced a crystal clear amber colored body . a quater inch white head shrunk to a slick almost instantly . lots of carbonation rising in slow bubbles to top . thin clumps of lace . a nice blend is dominated by spices and finishes with a pumpkin quality . initial hint of vanilla gives way to a nice blend of cloves and allspice . overall a great blend of scents . mostly spice flavor with only a minor pumpkin quality . watery flavor of allspice is the most prominant . there are also hints of clove and vanilla . the pumpkin taste clings only in the back of the mouth . an average thickness to the body . lots of carbonation shift the flavors around on the tongue . one of the better choices in the style . this could work well as a dessert beer by itself . not my favorite style but this is my choice for a great go to pumpkin ale . if you like the style this is one to try .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a bright light yellow color with minimal head retention . very faint smell could not pick up any noticeable scents . taste is not good but is alright for an american macro watery with some malts . highly carbonated mouthfeel . only drink this when it s free so it s not as bad .,aroma,0.2,0
poured into a deschutes stem from a ounce bottle . a pours nearly black with a light tan head that quickly settles to a thin lace on the surface . lacing runs slowly down the side of the glass but leaves little in its tracks . s mainly roasty notes on the nose with some coffee and chocolate notes . t much more going on than the aroma . toast and espresso along with a sweet note of cream and some toffee . dark fruit lingers in the background and the finish is rather dry and bitter . notes this is one of my favorite stouts bell s has to offer . full bodied and rich in flavor yet very well balanced . it has superb drinkability and pulls off a style of beer that normally calls for other ingredients to give it the flavor and mouthfeel it has .,aroma,0.6,1
a impressive burnt orange . good clarity s malty . caramel . dark fruits . .dark cherries . .plums . .berries . rum . a real inviting aroma . . t begins with a strong caramel flavor then the dark fruits kick in . a mild rummy boozy impression as well . m medium to full bodied . creamy but finishes with a spicy kick . d damn fine strong ale . great sipping beer with character flavor and drinkibility .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from the bottle into a pilsner style glass . really good looking here . wonderful light super clear crystal brass lemon and gold body with cola rising carbonation . head is classic simple shampoo white and forms nicely with good retention . real nice looking here . nose is sort of unexpected . very large grass and manure earthy dirt . very dirty and manure like smelling . this is kind of unexpected . this is sort of a put off for the style to me . taste thought brings classic pilsner styles but very aggressive . hop crisp forward lemon and light breaded malts finish on the palate . slight density overall in the feel with chewy grass like hop . slight lemon juice finish without the bittering astringency this is all very nice . overall nose seems slightly off putting but the taste more than makes up for it . great pilsner .,aroma,0.6,1
even in its illustrious chalice stella artois looks pretty run of the mill . it s the everyday lager tone of yellow and despite its exemplary clarity is without even a twinkle of radiance against the light it seems to have almost no colour at all . its many bubbles are no doubt stimulating but amount to nothing more than the standard stock of head although lacing is a plus . such elegant glassware deserves content with more character than this . it s as if the aroma were the beer s built in self defense mechanism a means of avoiding itself from being drunk . just to lean in near it my facial expression becomes crumpled up from the stench of damp cardboard and high fructose corn syrup . if you re going to insist the beer be served in the proper glassware as oppose to drunk straight from the bottle invest a little more in the aroma people are going to be smelling this . it is honestly hard to feel like drinking a beer when the smell of it is so terribly off putting but fortunately the taste is not quite as bad i had expected . this mostly by virtue of it tasting like nothing at least as possible as it is for anything made with something to taste like nothing . there is a tinge of dry cracker and the customary shot of sweet corn syrup but anything other than those two would be the product of a most vivid imagination . why drink a beer that does n t taste like beer . it s a question i ask myself every time i sit down to review a macro lager like this . i suppose it is to get drunk . it must be that or your palate simply has n t been introduced to real beer . or perhaps it has and you found that real beer is too bitter too heavy or too flavourful for you and you prefer something like stella . fine . but do n t say you like beer you do n t . you like a beer product . stella is a beer product in much the same way that processed cheese is a food product . to say you like that bland spongy orange thing they put on fast food hamburgers is not to say you like artisanal camembert or a veiny blue stilton you know real cheeses . real cheese offers diversity not only in flavours but also in textures . they can be hard soft creamy crumbly salty pungent moist dry acidic sharp sour so on . beer offers the same diversity . real beer is made from a variety of sources wheat barley different hops and yeasts much like cheese can be the product of different animals cow sheep goat production methods and bacterium . both are subject to science and art and are bound to taste different depending on style artisan and country of origin . that is of course the opposite of food products whose aim it is to be consistent and standard taste the same every time and everywhere . this is why you might note as i will here that this belgian beer tastes just about the same as the cuban kenyan and australian ones i recently tried . that s the idea make something bland fizzy light bodied unimpressionable and let big money marketing do the rest . belgium has unarguably the richest terroir when it comes to beers . it is home to some of the oldest and most unique styles and possibly the largest catalog of styles as well . it shares a most intimate history with ale and houses some of the most celebrated breweries and time honored beers belgium s culture is inextricably knotted with the drink . but apparently not even all that exempts it from the plague of shitty macro produced lagers .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a hazy straw amber with a huge flowing white head . mouthfeel is quite thin but it almost works with the full flavor but it s not quite there . flavor is complex and wellrounded . nice and citrus spicey sweet which balances itself . i m not a huge fan of the style but i found this to be a tasty brew nontheless .,aroma,0.6,1
this is not a milk stout . the ingredients are on the label . hops an malt no lactic sugar no chocolate if these ingredients were used then this could not be legally labelled beer in japan . further this is not a sweet beer . the third seasonal in the premium muroka line of beers from kirin . muroka meaning unfiltered in japanese . looks like a very deep black stout with nice brown very active head . rich chocolate aroma with a decent bit of hops in the back ground . light in flavor chocolaty . thin body not at all a stout but decent for a japanese schwarzbeer . brewed at the ibaragi brewery .,aroma,0.8,1
appears a cloudy golden color with a nice bubbly white head . some medium streams of carbonation comes up to the top . pretty nice lacing as well . smell is of grassy lighter fluid with a slight hint of hops that makes me ill to smell . taste is of . nothing . this has a horrible metallic sting that is ungodly . mouthfeel is of wet cardboard that makes me even more ill . i actually wanted to like this brew as the brewery comes from the cool concept of being able to see a green flash on the water during a sunset at the right time . unfortunately i would n t recommend it and i would n t want anyone to waste their time trying to find any magic in this bottle . this sucked more than a vamp after midnite . here s hoping the batch i got was killed off before the rest of human kind could be infested . not so good al .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a deep ruby color surprisingly light to me . eggshell toned head forms and does a decent job of maintaining an head all the way down . the smell has some currant and raisin notes with a coffee mocha malt backbone . an herbal earthy hop aroma mingles with the alcohol . wow . holy hell what a flavor explosion . spicy alcohol carries across a monsoon of caramel and chocolate malt across my tongue cascading through to a hop and roasted malt dryness in the finish that leaves you wanting but not thirsty . the mouthfeel is full and steady but not too heavy and certainly deceiving of the alcohol in this beast . enjoy but please be careful lest ye fall victim to this one .,aroma,1.0,1
well by a small sample of reviews i can see that this is love it or hate it . vintage . let s pull the cork . a into the snifter it goes . no head some small bubbles . swirling only serves to muster a sheen of very small bubbles on the surface that is short lived . need i even mention that it pours like used motor oil . completely opaque . there s no light penetrating . s holy crap . might be the most wine like nose i ve ever experienced with a beer . even beers that are brewed with grapes and berries do n t have a vinous nose like this . it does n t just smell like any old red wine it smells like a good red wine . vinous jammy bitter chocolate tobacco a little oak . t jesus the surprises just keep coming . when this rushed over my tongue my first thought was f ing a there s brett in here . no doubt there it is a leathery funk pervading the earthy oaked bitter chocolate . bitter bitter chocolate and jam without the sweetness . i m surprised at how non sweet this is . there s actually some earthy bitter british hops near the finish . between the brett and the hops this is finishing much drier than i expected . i guess that brett never wants to allow much in the way of residual sugar that probably got eaten up a few years ago . definitely brings to mind red wine but also a non sweet sa triple bock . apologies to those of you who rated this poorly but i dig this . it s fiendishly complex . f only barely carbonated this is thick oily syrupy . not my favorite feel but i get it within the context of this beer . d in the sense that it s really complex and keeps me drinking drinkability is very good . as i said i dig this . somehow i bet this is the closest thing to real russian imperial stout that i ve ever tried . i seriously doubt the old impy stouts tasted like stone or oak aged yeti . they probably tasted like this . big malty with british hops and a definite barrel character with brett infection inevitable . this is probably a damned good replica of what ris used to be . for the adventurous beer drinker only . hell expand it to the adventurous wine drinker too .,aroma,1.0,1
a black with a nice persistent dark tan head and lacing . s dark chocolate dark roasted coffee and dark sourish stone fruits . t wow . sourness dominates . dark sour cherries overwhelm this beer . sour sour sour . dry and extremely puckering . where is the creaminess . the rich malt sweetness . the rich roasty malt . double cream stout my fucking ass . heinz red wine vinegar is more like it . m nice level of carbonation but the sourness is killing this too . d this had to be an off batch but i will review what i purchased . this was extremely disappointing with the dominating sourness . hopefully this review does n t get deleted like my review of thomas hardy s . this is just godawful like drinking vinegar . i hate that this looks decent because it deserves a lower score . i would honestly rather have a bud light right now but am masochistically punishing myself to finish it in order to have a legit review . i hate myself for opening this beer as my nightcap . the only beer i ever had which was more challenging to finish was the aforementioned thomas hardy s . each sip is like acid eating away my entire digestive system .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a cloudy yellow color with a cream colored head . loads of foam with good retention and great lacing . i detect citrus and fruity aromas but very faint . i m not asking for overwhelming scents but enough to entice rather than confuse . veggie fruit taste upfront closely followed by a citrus like bitterness . a sweet beer with the taste of alcohol dominating . a bit of a tangy aftertaste that is pleasent and enjoyable . as the beer warms the different elements blend together for form a very good tasting beer that can be had several times .,aroma,0.6,1
insane in the membrane . the pour was a darker amber to brown with slight orange hues when held to the light . mostly cloudy with a decent head when poured that left a lawyer through the majority of the tasting . left good lacing as well . the smell is phenolic . very much like a sherry or lighter bourbon . really the smell masks everything else but hints of sweet malt and caramel touches . the taste has that distinct oak aged taste but not as bad as the nose would indicate . more of a smooth taste the malt is well represented with caramel and touches of dms flavors . at the front there is a peppery flavor that blends with a very subtle yeast quality . there is a sweetness that lingers and mellows the bourbon quality out . it becomes more apparent and easier to drink as the beer warms . the body is full and the carbonation is low . overall this was is a beer to sit and enjoy . i think this is a beer that would age well so if you have a bottle sit on it .,aroma,0.9,1
oz batch . poured a rusty brown color with nearly no head to speak of . aromas were simple malty caramel brown sugar . mouth feel was thick and syrupy nice feel . initial tastes were ripe fruit raisins and prunes with hints of apple . alcohol is present and warming . slight bitter hop finish adds to balance . as the ale warms to room temperature fruity esters contribute to the complexity of the ale with notes of ripe cherries and vanilla . oak and alcohol are on the finish with the bitter hops . as i drank this it got better and better . i was disappointed at first but as it warmed the complex flavors kept improving . nice surprise given the start .,aroma,0.6,1
let me say this is the strongest beer i have ever tasted more so than the sam adams triple bock . bottled on . poured from a bottle into a snifter . pours an amberish golden hazy color with white yellowish awesome frothy heading that leaves rings all the way down the glass . smell is very citrusy piney with alot syrup on the backend . unlike any nose to any other brew . taste is the same but magnified times . it is ridiculously hopped and has a very heavy aftertaste of syrup . again nothing like i ve ever had . my tastebuds are still watering after the first sip . for such a high abv the alcohol seems to be well hidden therefore making it very drinkable . as most have already said this smells exactly like the minute and minute ipa just highly concentrated . as i looked into my bottle i seen a bunch of sediment s at the bottom . so i poured some back into the bottle and shook up the rest to collect some of that sediment . when i poured it back into the snifter it looked like a lava lamp and just stayed frozen in the glass . this beer should take the stone saying . there is no other beer like this with it being so strong but yet so drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a ruby like color with a tan like head . the head shrinks to a nice layer on top . i can see some carbonation but not mush it is that dark . not much for lace on the sides of the glass . sure has that scotish scent of toffee . taste is very good . roasted malt is rich . the aftertaste is like figs and dates . i got this off the internet but now i would spend time hitting up local stores to see who can get it . like it a lot .,aroma,0.6,1
over time i ve grown fonder of the pales but this was a dissapointment . not bad just not as good as i had hoped given the barmaids spectacular recommendation . dark orange with some reddness no discernable head but laces lightly regardless . good hops and sourdough bread on the nose some citrus nice complexity and pleasant tone . really bland blah bland bland . some hoppiness yes. some breadiness yes . not much zap to it though . the feel was very good if not ideal but the moutfeel has to combine with the taste and it does n t here . drinkable but nothing special .,aroma,0.8,1
scored this one from l knife and son in kingston ma . special thanks to michael brophy . holy guacamole . a very light beer . straw colored and transparent . i hope it does n t taste like busch light . it s deceptive . awesome hop aroma of german noble hops . smells like tettnanger to me . pleasant dry and crisp character . well attenuated and slightly high carbonation . minimal fruit and esters . decent hop bitterness and flavor . medium bodied and highly drinkable . this was my first exposure to wachusett and definitely wo n t be my last .,aroma,0.9,1
medium yellow body crystal clear with surprisingly decent head retention and lacing . very metallic crude oil aroma with faint whiffs of grain . actually pretty bad . two things stand out in the flavor . it s very astringent and very alcoholic . the base beer flavors are there but they are overrriden by these significant flaws . highly carbonated and decently drying mouthfeel pretty average and on par for the style . pass . just bought it to review it and i m quite sure i ll never buy it again .,aroma,0.3,0
served from the bottle into a globed dfh glass . bottled on which i think means august and not january . a poured a mostly clear semi hazy dark golden color amazing huge fluffy head that left some lace . lots of small bubbles highly carbonated s big lemon hay banana citrus and funky notes t this is super bitter lots of sulfur salty qualities on the finish . you get some of the flavors in the aroma but this salty sulfur quality overpowers this whole beer . m highly carbonated chalky dryness o is this a bad bottle . maybe . this was a huge and expensive disappointment . tons of nondescript bitterness if only the taste matched the aroma . i could not finish this .,aroma,0.9,1
a poured a beautiful deep dark amber color . pretty much clear but kind of clouded by the rising co . poured with a nice thick finger head into a duvel glass and left some pretty meaty lacing . s really getting the alcohol up front but with some nice orange notes and the expected malt . smells hot . t almost a mild strawberry right in front . kind of citrusy malty in the middle with a nice roasty finish . m nice . heavy and kind of thick as expected for the style but nicely complimented by the carbonation . d great really happy with this one . dont really drink too much of the barleywine but this is a fine example of the style imo . much thanks to mikesgroove for this excelent extra .,aroma,0.6,1
dark and heavy but with strong notes of fruit on the nose and in the mouth especially bananas . the alcohol is a stronger force than in the and you ll taste it in your mouth and feel it in your head at eleven percent alcohol and change it s nigh on impossible not to . rochefort seems to open up like a wine or a lambic after a few minutes in the air and those sweet sweet beer fumes explode out of the goblet . if i do n t burn in the darkest recesses of hell for my wicked life i might still wind up in beer hell for this i liked rochefort better . was too parching and alcoholic for me those . points of engine cleaner seemed to overpower some of the subtlety that makes this monk brew so damned transcendent in the first place . but i nitpick . rochefort is easily worth vows of poverty and chastity . well maybe not chastity . rerate i think i hated this more than the review indicates the first time i had it . also the numbers are way too high . that said i liked it a lot better this time . it s still too sweet too unbalanced and too hot but there s some nice stuff going on here it s by far the most estery phenolic example of a super estery super phenolic style and i really ca n t get enough bananas in my beer . i enjoyed it did n t find it totally undrinkable but this really is not as well crafted as rochefort . i said it and i m sticking with it . but i m glad it s back on shelves in chicago mostly because i like seeing it .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer goes under my wtf . department . this is not a dopplebock in how i know a dopple to be . maybe an imperial maibock but not a dopple . pours the color of a shiny copper penny with a thin small bubbly white head . smell is really spicy and slightly malty . taste has a rich malty sweetness upfront and then a nutty flavor underneath . the spicy euro hops are there the whole way but they seem to really come out with the nutty flavors . alcohol is well hidden until the finish where it is drawn out and lingers . not a bad beer but nothing great either . kinda rough which is odd for a lagered beer . mouthfeel is medium to thin which does n t help . in the end though i was craving a dopplebock and this beer didnt come through . i am still glad to have tried it much thanks to shapudding for the beer .,aroma,0.8,1
the colour is very dark red brown almost black the finger thick pale beige head quickly sinks down to an almost invisible ring . no lacing . the smell is sweat and roasted . the only thing i can think of is dark rye bread with some yeast and almost frowsy . the taste is sweet . very sweet . there is some roasted malt and a note of rye bread it develops into even more sweetness with a spicy liquorice flavour . the short aftertaste is sweet with some mild fresh bitter notes . the carbonation is strong and soda like . big bubbles . whats the difference to the usual kongens brygghus hvid .,aroma,0.3,0
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . appearance nice tan head that dissipates quickly with a very pleasing redish brown body . smell malt scent with some clear citrus and spice also . taste malty taste with a slight hop bite . this also has a kind of ginger aftertaste . really nice taste all around . mouthfeel nice smooth medium body . drinkability pretty drinkable . overall i wish these were sold in six packs or at least four packs . this is a great winter beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a slight letdown from magic hat . this beer is n t particularly offensive in any way but it s awfully boring and lacking in the aroma flavor departments . reminds me of heinekin maybe becks . very little aroma mouthfeel s watery . probably great for a hot day but otherwise i wo n t be going out of my way for this .,aroma,0.4,0
have n t had a ten penny in thirty years i m sure . its not how i remember it . pours out a golden colour with a very slight hint of red . big head that stays with you til the end . big head that shrinks but never leaves . fair bit of lacing . not all that special really . very thin in the mouth . some malt corn maybe . nothing offensive nothing different nothing outragious . want a pale ale . have moosehead pale ale .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a pilsener glass . pretty much the same color as piss . despite a rather hard pour there is n t much head . what foam there is is bright white and fizzy . it disintegrates rapidly leaving no lace . aroma is at first lemony and tart then grainy and sweet . pretty classic pilsener nose . taste is on the light side even for the style . grainy malt provides sweetness and hops provide a refreshing tartness . zesty grassy and clean . carbonation is on the heavy side considering the body is paper thin . very refreshing and crisp a superior alternative to any macro infinitely drinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
a large but not so sticky head forms over a dark ruby body . the aroma is at first very pleasant and tart but as the head subsides and the beer warms a subtle yeast spice and caramel malt aroma comes out a bit . flavor is quite spicy reminiscent of chimay yeast and very boring . yeast spicyness is boring and annoying the warmer i let this beer gets the spicier . reduce the spice and a good score could lurk but as it is no another boring yeast beer from belgium . moderately smooth beer . drinkability is hindered by spice with the exception of rochefort and westvleteren i m done with belgiums .,aroma,0.9,1
a stout black with absolutely no head after a very aggressive pour s smells of a lot of milk chocolates and some coffee t the taste follows the nose . there are some chocolates and dark fruits upfront . there is also a weird metallic taste that is subtle but noticeable throughout . there was also a lot of roasted malt on the finish . there was also a little bit of some dry fruitiness and herbal hops left on the palate . m this was a little thin and had practically no carbonation . i think the taste suffered a little bit because of this . d this was an okay imperial stout . it was n t flashy or too bold and went down easy . given the price point on it i will probably pass on this next time but i would n t say no if offered .,aroma,0.8,1
bold orange highlighted coffee cola brown with a thin spotty head . massively nutty aroma packed with roasted peanut butter walnut brownies and nuttella very inviting . not terribly smoky more roasty just a mild edge of charcoal that also lends a hint of toasted marshmallow . plenty of coffee notes as well this is just about perfect exactly what i want in the style . tastes less complex and rich than it smells but it s still tasty with nuances of licorice and toast under a sheet of nutty roasty mocha goodness . not a lot of smoke going on but enough to make an impression . there is a firm poke of spicy citric hops but this is decidedly a malty brew . a bit syrupy but that s to be expected from cask . strangely there is not a hint of alcohol in this beer which makes this dangerously drinkable but still not exactly a lawnmower beer .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer pours with a light head composed of densely clustered tiny bubbles . the body has a pleasant orange tinged marigold color that is markedly cloudy with sediment . the scent is complex and divine . flowery but sour notes shared with some of belgian style lambics arise to meet the nose . very rich scents common to vanilla orchids and passionfruit flowers shine clearly through along with notes of mango and apricot fruit . its almost impossible to decipher if these herbal scents are rising from a complex employment of hops or are indicative of the action of a fragrant yeast strain . the taste mirrors many of these elements of scent although it also carries a hefty dose of pale malts that give pleasant cookielike flavors peaked with highlights of sherry like tastes . there is a slight piney bitterness due to hops as well as grapefruit like citrus acidity complimenting the phenolic fruity tastes presented by yeasts . the aftertaste is as a tremendous as the initial presentation with an increased kick of bitterness balanced by the peppery taste and dry character of alcohol . despite the complexity of this beer it drinks very smoothly and is most certainly a beer i could enjoy into the late hours of an evening . the only negative aspect of this beer is that it is extremely cluttered with flavors and it may take a considerable amount of time to properly appreciate this beer . i have also had the opportunity to enjoy this beer from the bottle . the complex tastes and smells are not quite intense although the more floral elements seem to more clearly dominant in both senses . when the beer is served from glass it is missing a significant contribution of head although its by no means flat . this is most certainly a beer to try regardless of the vehicle of delivery .,aroma,1.0,1
wtf is this . gluten free brew made with strawberries sorghum and honey . server says its an ale . never seen an ale like this . went with fruit beer because of the strawberries . hope thats cool with everyone . not much head on this . maybe a quickly dissapating half finger at most . very thick and cloudy grapefruit color . aroma is feint strawberry . good humor strawberry bar thing is what it reminds me of the most . taste isnt near as sweet as nose would suggest but the strawberry is def present . good stuff . very refreshing . beer was released at . enjoyed at . wont piss off my wheat allergy either . as a side note apparently bottling this is in the pipeworks,aroma,1.0,1
reviewed this beer poured black with a decent inch head . i was n t able to pick up a great deal of aroma only slight hints of malt . it was incredibly creamy and smooth not doubt helped by the nitro tap . modest notes of coffee and chocolate were present . finished pleasantly soft with just a hint of maltiness . excellent irish stout .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle from aj s fine foods in on north central in phoenix . oz bottle into a chalice l printed on the bottle which i believe is equivalent to may . poured a fairly hazy golden brown with a finger of eggshell white head . lacing is quite light and retention is only modest . smells strongly of banana and bubblegum with only a touch of clove . a candied note and a bit of white bread as well . taste is qutie fizzy initially with some banana and wheat . sufficient spicing in the latter part of the mouthfeel and intot he finish . fizzy cola like carbonation . a decent albeit lighter hefeweizen . good flavours but nothing that really sets this apart from the pack for me .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a cloudy yellow with no yeast floating around . a fluffy white head that laced quite well for being poured into a pint glass . smelled of bananas wheat and spices . taste is very bland witha a lot of carbonation . almost as if the message they were trying to get across is we like head . hey who does n t but they need to experiment with how to rpoduce it without leaving you like you just swallowed too much coke and it now burns your tongue . i picked up a sixer of this and need to finish by thursday today is tuesday and i am thinking i may be unfortunately trying to smuggle into my suitcase to get it home .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a bruery snifter . i ll comment on the appearance at the end . smell is dark fruit roasted malts vanilla oak and a touch of coffee chocolate . the flavor is the big combination of the dark fruit bourbon and the roasted flavor of the malts and coffee . lesser so is the specific vanilla and oak . the nose and the flavor come together pretty well to make a quite nice bal imperial stout . the mouthfeel and appearance will be bundled together in failure . slurping its way out of the bottle was something that could be best described as a beer oyster plopping its way into the glass . the shape and texture were of an oyster with a brownish color . after snagging and poking this thing i decided to give it a taste sugarless chocolate and bland cocoa basically . it was really gross to see this thing plop into a glass and it was relieving to find out that it was an ingredient in the beer and not something else . either way it is impossible to positively rank the mouthfeel and appearance given the cocoa oyster we received .,aroma,0.9,1
the beer pours a hazy dark golden amber color with virtually no head and some bubbles lingering on the sides of the glass . the aroma is good . it has a solid malt bill of pale and carapils malts even some light crystal bisquit as well . the hop nose is good . it s bitter but nothing over the top . the taste is average . it s weak and watery with some lackluster hop character . there is little body also . it does have some crystal malt and bisquit flavors . but they too seem watered down . the mouthfeel is terrible . it is a medium bodied beer with less than adequate carbonation . i think it s possible i may have gotten a bad bottle but i m not interested enough to go back for seconds .,aroma,0.8,1
i m writing this without having read any other reviews so i m just giving my initial impressions . the beer looked very promising upon the poor with a nice head and a rich dark brown black color . however it was fairly unremarkable otherwise . the mouthfeel was thin and i tasted a hint of a porter with cocoa and coffee but that was about it . that said it might be a good session beer if it s not going to be the focus of the session .,aroma,0.4,0
finally got around to drinking this . oz bottle poured into a tulip . a color is a deep dark brown that appears nearly opaque black when the pour is finished . results in a towering brown head that slowly settles into little islands of thin foam . s absolutely the strongest aspect of this beer . tons of good stuff going on . chocolate is the most prominent . vanilla brown sugar bread coriander and faint fruit aromas banana . also come through . perhaps a touch of roasted coffee . quite complex . t taste is lots of chocolate up front with some coffee and a bit of roastiness . some brown sugar and bread comes thru also with the yeast lending belgian characteristics . in the middle i get lots of fruit flavors some banana and orange along with less prominent citrus characteristics . vanilla is present underneath all this with the faintest hint of some oakiness . finishes with a nice balance of hop bitterness roastiness and coffee . slight alcohol burn at the end although nothing off putting . m probably the weakest aspect . medium bodied low to medium carbonation . with everything going on in the nose and taste it just feels thin in the mouth . i feel like it should be more substantial would love some more chewiness to savor the flavor . d makes a great dessert beer . the flavors really make it a sipper and something to savor but it certainly goes down easily . there is a slight hint of alcohol in the finish but it does n t really detract from the drink ability at all . the thin mouthfeel allows it to go down easier than one would think at first appearance . looking forward to seeing what the other bottle does in two and a half years .,aroma,1.0,1
a light golden slightly cloudy body with a thin white head that dissipated quickly . s smell was a little lacking but did smell quite refreshing quite fir for spring . t very smooth and the bitterness is less harsh . i liked it however it was a little one dimensional . m i had it extremely cold and it was so refreshing . d you have could have plenty of these and never get tired full . it s a solid brew .,aroma,0.6,1
the beer looks great decanted into a thick tulip. it s glowing a bright deep red and some sticky shifting lace adorns the top ridge of the beer . the clarity uniformity of color light fuzz and heavy fizz brings to mind sparkling red wine . appetizing to look at and im ready to dive in smells of alcohol and spoiled fruit . some penicillin in the nose as well very malty and the malt has gone haywire . deeper nasal whiffs burn my sinuses with a nail polish remover type burn up . smells as big as it is and even bigger . not aromatically pleasing imho . first sip at cellar temp starts out belgiany. is it the rich malts the hint of red fruits perhaps . a quick slap of american dubbel quickly transitions into a sickly sweet and bitingly bitter strong ale . the fruit being used here does n t contribute much except for off flavors . the aftertaste to the beer is a mix of muddled hops and artificial saccharine fruitiness . imagine mixing vodka and diet pomegranate ginger ale . it has that same weird flavor as jello mix and hot water combined in a precongealed state . despite all of this it s not the hardest thing to drink . i think it s because the basic characteristics are similar to other hebrew beers that i ve enjoyed in the past . perhaps its their yeast strain or their choice of subtle hops. thinking about my recent run in with the delicious ripa gets me through the two glasses of this kooky brew . for the price you might as well try it. if you can find it. just do n t expect miracles . like weyerbacher s decadence they shot for something exotic and grandiose and missed the mark . noble effort not something i would revisit .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a chill hazed golden yellow with a white head that diminishes to . little visible canbonation but i also spy lots of teeny tiny suspended yeast particles definitely not filtered yeah . tart sour notes quickly arise into my nostrils as i lift my nonic pint glass to my upper lip . i give it a few swirls and now detect the soft sweet malt i was hoping for . the taste is a bit sour for half a second and then the soft sweet malt that was detected in the nose makes its way to center stage albeit not a starring role . there s a little yeasty ester thing going on similar to an american wheat ale . mouthfeel is a little watery and just a bit to the right of light bodied . not much of a flavor in the finish at all . drinkability is good . as nonintrusive of an ale as i ve had in quite a while . overall a beer i would n t mind drinking straight outta its can in the summer heat around the campsite or canoe . other than that i d probably pass .,aroma,0.4,0
freshness not indicated on bottle . golden color body with an off white head . the aroma is more yeasty than hoppy and this was dry hopped . smells like pineapple juice . taste is mildly citric and not much else substantial . light easy drinking body . an okay beer but far from special .,aroma,0.4,0
a this brew pours a copper color with one fingers worth of fluffy white head that does n t stick around long . it does however leave a good bit of lacing . pretty decent looking lager . s do n t get much out of the aroma some faint malts and hops . pretty weak smell . m a light medium bodied beer with moderate carbonation . t begins with a malty flavor and ends with some bitter hops . right before the hops you can make out some very faint citrus notes . finishes wet . not a bad beer has a good drinkability but i d stick to saranac s ales .,aroma,0.4,0
another one of the bunch i picked up this afternoon . this poured a very typical macro yellow with a mm head that leaves a bit of lacing . this however does not smell like a typical macro rotten eggs are the predominant smell here . pure adjunct flavor . corn is the big one here . however it s not too too bad going down and if you can get past the smell you can stomach it . i would n t bother with this one again .,aroma,0.2,0
splotchy medium sized light pink head . no retention or lacing . hazy ruby iced tea body . aroma is smoky caramel with a sharp grainy aspect which seems to be the rice as it reminds me of sake a bit . a bit of alcohol and nail polish . perfumy . flavor is medicinal rotten strawberries with cinnamon . thin and soda like until the yeast is added which helps things to smooth out a bit . interesting . makes me think of gently sweet flower petals at its good times but medicine at its bad times . overall just not very pleasing to me . arigato gozaimasu to yoshiyuko sato for this gift,aroma,0.8,1
pour from bottle into pint a this brew pours a dark brown with some ruby highlights . huge head that sits and sits . s love this big roasted malt aroma coming off of this . very nutty and caramel . t get those toasty malts up front . and even a little bitterness on the back end here which i was n t expecting . other than that i guess i was expecting some deeper notes of maybe a little heavier caramel . a little soft for as bold as the smell was m d good on the palate and quite drinkable . id have another .,aroma,0.9,1
big thanks to jac for bringing this out at his birthday tasting last night . poured into my lost abbey tulip glass . a pours a glowing completely hazy red with a very small head . the look reminded me somewhat of tomato juice that has been carbonated . the color was a lighter red with small bubbles trying to form a head atop the beer . s the smell is unbelievable . tons of robust fresh raspberries blended with a nice cherry and lemony tartness . slightly acidic smelling with a hint of vinegar . i could keep my nose in this all day . t a very good representation of the style . not as robust and or flavorful as the smell led me to believe but this is great nonetheless . mouth puckering raspberry goodness to start followed by some lemon rinds dry oak and slight vinegar . overall i am glad i got to try this gem . it was very good but we all thought it was lacking something . i would love to get another and lay it down in the cellar .,aroma,1.0,1
from bottle poured to a clean pint glass a solid brown molasas color thin head moderate retention slight coffee hue s mostly chocolate some coffee and traces of brown sugar or toffee t toasty malt flavor on the sweet side like a honey brown coffee aftertaste m much lighter body than i expected and prefer but goes down smooth d pretty drinkable beer not too much burnt flavor low in alcohol . my main complaint is that after a few you feel like you have horrible coffee breath . if you like a sweeter brown ale as opposed to a more toasty malty brown ale this is a good choice .,aroma,0.9,1
look cool stoner label . pours peach colored and settles a gentle amber in the glass . nice looking light on the fizz with a creamy foamy head . smell hoppy and smooth mouth watering . taste bubbly and creamy followed by the hops and then the hops stay . just average here . mouthfeel hoppy and a slight bit overpowering which is standard for this type of beer but that s still no excuse . drinkability a little below average drinkability . the mouthfeel creates an unpleasant aura so you wo n t go rushing for the fridge . best served very very cold .,aroma,0.9,1
i had really wanted to try this for some time . and was happy to see this on at the pub . it poured a nice golden peach color that was quite hazy which made me want to dive in even if there was no head . the aroma was like a big hop garden bouquet with a little sugared pixie dust spread all over . i was ready for the taste and ready to be blown away but was not . it was not nearly as hoppy as i expected in fact it reminded me of a watered down dreadnaught . the flavor was not complex at all just a bit of hop water and no malt balance at all . the backend was exactly like the front end . i have since had the bottle and found this hoppier and better crafted beer but was told buy bas that this was what it tastes like on draft thanks but i will stick to the bottles from now on .,aroma,0.9,1
i sampled this at gabf and did n t particularly like it then and wanted to give it another chance . the beer pours translucent copper with nice head . aromas of mint lime rose petals medicinal syrup wet damp field clove and somewhat barnyardy but not funky . the taste is weird like a mojito and that medicinal band aid phenolic problem just hard to pull through and put down . not going to search this one out ever again .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a light brown color with a frothy beige head that leaves nice lacing . the aroma is a nice blend of peaches caramelized pecans wheat toasted bread and a hint of bourbon . the flavor has some peaches in syrup notes upfront along with a pecan nuttiness a bit of toasted bread and caramel wheat twang earthy hops and some alcohol . the mouthfeel is medium and drinkability is pretty good . an interesting and unique dunkel with an amazing aroma but it s too sweet to have more than one .,aroma,0.9,1
a very pale yellow hazy golden with a frothy fizzy big white head lots of swift carbonation spirals up s i get big grapes on the aroma dry champagne or muscat grapes a sweetness as well maybe like a clover or wild honey some other fruits back up the aroma a slight citrusy lemon aroma some granny smith apple but that fruit amalgamation dominates the aroma t a cloying fruitiness at first that fades immediately into a yeasty breadiness with a metallic twinge that gets a bit bland pretty rapidly after the aroma i didnt understand the c overall rating now i do m d dry and fizzy on the palate not especially smooth a bit of a disappointment after such a nice aroma not horrible but i wouldnt buy this again,aroma,0.9,1
a delicious fruit beer . pours a light golden color quick white bubbles with no lace . smells of trix cereal and strawberry shortcake . flavor is crisp with a sugar cookie malt and a tart hint of fruit on the finish . overall a solid quaffer for spring summer .,aroma,0.9,1
nice color exactly what an american amber lager should be . not much nose to it . quite carbonated not much malt or hops flavor comes through . i wouldnt say its the best beer i ve ever had but its still my favorite . why . its ubiquitous found on tap in every bar in the area . its something you can always rely on comfort food so to speak . its not made for a specialist beer tasting but its great for long nights in the bar with friends . and there is a little hometown pride too this is the unofficial beer of philadelphia from the oldest brewery in america just an hour outside the city .,aroma,0.6,1
the appearance of the beer in my pint glass is as you would guess amber in color . the head is white with pretty good lacing . the clarity of the beer suggests force filtration . the aroma is decent . no hops are detectable but sweet barley is . yeast esters are faintly apparent . the flavor of the beer is slightly bitter but the malt is not sweet at all like the aroma would suggest . the finish is dry with average mouthfeel . all in all the beer is pretty bland and flat . if you are looking for something with more complexity skip this brew all together .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a copper color with an average head that dissapated quickly leaving good lacing around the glass . the smell was rather disapointing for an octoberfest and seemed somewhat bland with slight hops and malt evident with a spicy tinge . the taste was adequate . caramely and malty with a hint of alcohol and spice but a little too sweet . aftertaste reveals a spicy yet piney taste that lingers for a moment then dies . the mouth was rather smooth leaving a warm sensation in the throat and on the tip of the tongue possibly due to the decent amount of carbonation . as far as drinkability there are others that i would reccomend first . the spicy nature overwhelms the tastebuds and may need to be toned down before i would drink it regularly .,aroma,0.4,0
bellowing frothy head over a translucent amber poured into my beautiful barack obama pint glass on debate night . long thick retention and continuous globby lacing . the smell is a complete disappointment . wet hopped brews should knock you on your ass with piney grassy explosive hop scents . this does n t even come close . it smells like a good ipa just not a wet hopped ipa . taste is great smooth as hell and balanced . hop heavy rounded with malt . mouthfeel might be the best i have found yet in an ipa . creamy smooth no alcohol detected perfect carbonation perfect overall . i could drink this one all night . this is a great ipa . i am a big fan . sierra nevada and obama seem strong and poised while mccain seems to be digressing fuming and unraveling . i usually do n t add politics to the equation but this fine oz brew has me fired up .,aroma,0.7,1
for me balance is key in a ris . to much hops takes away from the malty character . not enough hops and it is too sweet . yeti imperial stout lost me on the aroma . to much aroma hopping overpowered the aroma and to some extent the flavor of the beer . apperance looked good dark and think . poured with a finger head which held up a long time for a stout aroma the washington hops hit me on the fist sniff and i had a hard time smell anything else . the malt was there but any complexity was covered by the hops . taste the initial taste was hoppy it mellows though the taste into a more traditional ris flavor and ends up good . mouthfeel thick and what you would expect from a ris . drinkability to much hop in the aroma and the beginning of the taste for me .,aroma,0.4,0
pours out a cloudy bronze copper colour without much head and lace . pleasant candy sweet aroma accentuated by some spice and clove notes . extemely sourish in taste puckering and yeasty . extremely dry and not much malt sweetness left in the flavour profile . the sourness overwhelms everything and makes for a pretty poor drinking experience . the mouthfeel is watery for the style and the body is light . at . abv it could use a boost in every aspect . less funk and more substance . as this beer warms a bit it becomes a little less offensive but i still do n t like it . drinkability suffers thusly . it s out of level and far from plumb . another below average beer from the brau brothers . i do n t know how they can keep making crappy beers and stay in business . every beer i ve had from them has been either tainted or just plain bad . i m done wasting my money on their terrible product .,aroma,0.6,1
a deep dark brown with a brown foamy head . nice retention as well . s kind of a weak nose . some roasted malts and slight hop aromas a present but in very small amount . t delicious taste . as opposed to the aroma the taste is filled with roasted malt flavor as well as some good bittering hop flavors . quite delicious . m low carbonation which i like in my porters so it is very smooth tasting . d i sure wish i had a whole six pack of this and not just a single bottle of it . very tasty brew with high drinkability .,aroma,0.4,0
served on draught into a stemgoblet in a cafe in a suburb of minneapolis . i was extremely excited to try this per its reputation . reviewed from notes . a pours a two finger beautiful tan colour head of excellent cream thickness and retention considering the abv . colour is a solid black . sm brilliant mix of cream coffee chocolate and nuts . a light strength aroma . t heavy chocolate coffee and wonderful cream lacing . rich and complex . the alcohol does come through unfortunately which jabs into the otherwise well executed balance . it s quite well built though i do n t think its abv is warranted . it d be better at a lower abv so the flavours could come out . i do quite enjoy it otherwise . mf smooth creamy and wet but too thick . more dryness and coarseness would be ideal it feels more like a porter than a stout as is . dr hard to drink due to the abv and more importantly how obvious it makes itself but the mouthfeel makes it slide down easily . i like its subtlety . it s pricey and hard to find but i do like it . i do n t know that it s worth seeking out like some other russian imperial stouts .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into oz glass . poured a translucent black a lot of light showed through this beer with a tall fluffy tan head that had very good retention and decent lacing . a very good roast aroma greets the nose strong solid and full the roastiness is outstanding . not much else shows through little grain and surprisingly for sn not a ton of hops either . on the tongue there are is a bit more of a hop presence than in the scent . the roast notes are solidly present as well but nothing else really jumps out at you . the body was far too thin for a stout i ve had pale ales that were more mouthfilling . drinkability was decent but if your in the mood for a stout this is just a touch off . overall a decent enough brew just not quite up to sn s usual high standards . an ok beer worth trying but not special .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pale golden color with lots of bubbles rising and a small head that dissipates fast . smell smells quite fresh of hops some citrus and caramell . taste some hops and sweet bread . but it finishes quite unpleasently with bitterness and something i ca n t place . maybe bitter menthol . mouthfeel light body with lots of carbonation .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into a glass mug . a clear yellow with a one finger bubbly white head which soon diminishes ti a ring . no lacing to speak of . this beer actually does n t smell very good . kind of rank . grainy . it tastes much better than the smell . sweet malts and moderate hops. a metallic finish . medium light body . drinkability is moderate . not bad really but nothing that i would seek out .,aroma,0.4,0
color a dark plummy brown under a fine creamy head . aroma lush and full of fruit beautiful and deliriously deep slightly spicy with further fruity develops cherries and berries but burnt . juicy hops and rich malt jump out through the nose a perfect barleywine bouquet . this spent considerable time under the olfactory openings . body is medium not quite as full as i d like . flavor is firmly on the full side though bright and beaming with dark twisted fruit . long finish very tasty . my notes on this sampling finished a bit early perhaps the mere abv had a hand in curtailing further critical reckoning . nevertheless my final words penned at this session with this outstanding barleywine were yum i like it . and maybe that s enough . thanks to beerfan for this one,aroma,1.0,1
first of all it is a decent session beer . with a . abv it rings true to be a good session . it pours a medium amber color with medium head and half decent lacing . smells fairly bad with a lot of booze and malted barley aroma some hops in there but kinda hard to discern . tastes of blended malt and hops with a good hop nose . mouthfeel is n t too thin makes for a smooth drink . drinkability is good as with most of sam adams stuff .,aroma,0.4,0
had this at the rogue brew pub in portland or this was served under the name dry hopped red an alias for st . rogue red . this good looking brew was served in a pint glass . it had a dark cherry copper color with a short tan head . there s a light smell of floral hops and a wonderful toasted malt and dried red fruit flavor . the dry hopping adds a nice resiny hop bud taste . the taste is great . the beer has light medium carbonation and mouthfeel .,aroma,0.6,1
aroma is great nicely hopped and strong chocolate . smells very grainy like a bag of roasted malt . flavor is a big disappointment after the promising aroma . too grainy and acidic with a harsh nut skin flavor . has good chocolate but too much burntness as well as a boring yeast . medium bodied and a little tingly . root beery burps do not help either . reminds me a lot of draft guinness actually so maybe fans of that may like this too but i personally do not find it to my liking .,aroma,0.9,1
a pale hue almost yellow with some hints of orange completely translucent an abundant white headed nearly three fingers beer with a creamy texture excellent retention and significant residual in the glass . constant and heavy carbonation . s very fancy aroma of citrus and fruit with light alcohol perception t with a first taste of slightly sweet behaves with hints of honey and fruit acidity is almost imperceptible but in his final you can note the complexity of the beer with a fine bitterness and the alcohol presence accompanying the whole way . in his extended ending it can be noticed some wasting making it kind of chewy . medium body despite the volume of alcohol relatively easy to drink .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance great deep amber color . slightly opaque . very excited when i saw the color . smell wow . what is n t in the smell of this beer . the first thing i smelled is hops . mild citrus notes follow . malty to a small degree but the overwhelming smell is like that of fresh hops . taste here is where i am confused . after smelling all the hops i expected more hoppy flavor but i taste more caramel and malt . i taste the hops on the back end which is nice . mouthfeel feels like a good substantial beer . overall very nice beer . i usually do not like amber ales but this is one of the better examples i have had . i feel this is largely due to the dry hopping they used .,aroma,1.0,1
bam pow bash . . . that was my introduction to this outstanding brew . am i a batman punching bag in this episode . anyhow when you have a need for hops this one certainly takes care of the fix . a brilliant slightly cloudy orange color with a puffy white head . aroma yes just like it should be huge citrus flowers grapefruit rind oranges probably lemons and limes if i was n t diving in so fast . this beer has a nice solid body holding in a creamy milky nectar thats very smooth . the finish is bitter but smooth maybe a little woody from all the hops . it only lacks a little malt complexity in the flavor the malt seems a bit basic but does hold up well to the hop explosion . a great hop directed brew .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle dated poured into a tulip glass old boardhead is a clear light amber with a finger off white head the left moderate sticky lace . the aroma is sweet and rich on the softer side as barleywines go well balanced between caramel malts and woody hops . the taste is much more robust then the smell bitter and boozy very dry . there is some toffee like maltiness but it s lost in the astringency . not nearly as rich as many barleywines i kept waiting for this to open up as it warmed but the malt never came and the huge disconnect between the appetizing aroma and rough taste remained through the end . the mouthfeel is on the light side for a barleywine it was creamy and well carbonated . not very drinkable this one really took a while . the harsh taste well overshadowed any positives . i just did n t care for it .,aroma,0.9,1
first review in nine months . appearance nice amber with a tan bubbly head . smell lots of bread and biscuit . minimal aromatic hops detected . taste slightly metallic . good malt profile but missing a hop presence . mouthfeel too fizzy . slightly buttery . typical dundee beer . drinkability easy drinking amber lager . nice character for the price . nrs for . a good value,aroma,0.9,1
look is nothing to write home about . smell is awful sort of a cheap lager smell . it reminds me of the smell of a brew people use to play beer pong . not to imply that i play beer pong . or that i am damn good at it . anyway the taste is sour and bland no hop flavor . this is my first beer from hale s and they seem to have a good reputation so this could be a bad batch or a very old bottle . but this hales ipa was awful . purchased at john s market in portland,aroma,0.3,0
served from a ml bottle in a pils glass . a yellowish orange in color somewhat hazy . thick lasting white head . no lacing . carbonation visible . s unable to detect any strong aromas from this beer . t taste is slightly better than the scent . this beer is mildly fruity with a tad bitterness . it is a somewhat sour beer and this is most pronounced in the aftertaste . m a light dry beer that s easy to drink . o one or two for a hot day .,aroma,0.4,0
best by pours copper with a finger head that leaves lacing smell something is off here reminds me of sunscreen taste good thing the sunscreen smell does not come through but still the beer taste like you standard english pale with some fruit and nutty flavors mouthfeel is light and a little thin no carbonation drinkability is good if you can get past the smell,aroma,0.4,0
served from a oz . bottle in a pint glass at just below cellar temperature . a vibrant orange and gently hazed with a creamy off white head that instantly grabs hold of the glass sides and digs in for a ride down the sides of the glass . head retains well and lacing comes in sheets . s a pretty standard big hop profile with leanings toward the juicy citrus side rather than the pine side . malts are unassuming and just barely able to carry the weight of the big green cones . nice but nothing out of the ordinary . t just when you expect to be bashed in the face with hops you get a very pleasant repreive . up front is a mild english malt sweetness with nice undertones of baked goods and light caramel . in the middle the hops join in the fun but play nicely with the muffins to create a very pleasant balance . after the muffins go to bed the hops stay out late and party on the back of your tongue taking turns sliding down your drying throat into your belly where a gentle alcohol glow awaits . not nearly as extreme as the label might have you think but excellently balanced . m hangs just over the watery fence on the slick side where it belongs . gentle puff in the mouth and a great throat coating finish with little gassiness . excellent . d given things like the word extreme and esb i was expecting to be blasted with a crazy uber hop beer like everybody and their mother seems to be creating nowadays precariously balanced on the brink of a gustatory cliff . instead i was presented with a genuinely tasty and super enjoyable esb that even though it uses a heavy handed dose of hops allows the malts to have a say in it s direction and character . my suggestion . next time let the super colossal big bold and brash you re not worthy crazy and kooky marketing bandwagon pass you up by creating a not so misleading label and let this well crafted beer speak for itself .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a hazy yellowish orange color with a two finger frothy white head that slowly settles into a lasting ring . streaks of lace left behind . very earthy aroma with a strong pine needle character along with some floral and citrus hop notes . malt backbone with hints of caramel and biscuit . full bodied with a blast of extremely dry and bitter hops that dominate the flavor . strong tongue coating pine flavor that overpowers the other notes that te nose hinted at . only the faintest of sweet citrus flavor and a subtle malt backbone with hints of toffee and caramel . kind of abrasive and one dimensional .,aroma,0.8,1
this was my first lambic experience . a pinkish red with a very short lived head and little retention . s cranberry raspberry some barley t raspberry blue cheese sour finish . very nice taste . m nicely carbonated and puckering o not too bad,aroma,0.4,0
huge thanks to wisconsinality actually his lady for snagging this one for me . poured from the can into my pint glass the beer is a hazy golden orange . about two fingers of dull white head recede to leave an insanely thick ring of lace around the rim . a nice quarter inch cap has formed on top of the beer . the aroma is full on citrus hops . loads of grapefruit mango oranges and pineapple . it s like a tropical fruit salad . the sweetness of the malt comes through to moderately balance things out . still a hop bomb for sure . love it . the flavor is much more balanced than the nose . the citrus blast is there but the malt grinds away at it . had to do it . it all mixes well though . medium creamy body . moderate carbonation . overall another great beer from surly . not surprising at all . glad i got the chance to give this one a whirl .,aroma,1.0,1
a light golden pour . white head dissipates quickly . s no idea what cardamom is but smells like something that should be added to spaghetti not beer . it could also be the active ingredient in cough syrup . t taste is not as offensive as the nose but still not that good . cardamom is a flavor best left out of beer . mouthfeel is lighter with decent carbonation .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours just like every other bastard small amount of head and a good plum colored body . s very nice smell here with wood tones in the nose and some great hop malt balance . love the way this one smells over any of the other ab beers . t m very smooth in the mouth that is the defining factor above the other ab . great wood character really mellows out the beer but still is a kick in the face . this is an amazing tasting beer . d love this one i would get this one any time that i can get it fresh .,aroma,1.0,1
ok let everyone remember that this is an american light adjunct lager and that is what i am reviewing it as . if anyone can find a better example of the style please let me know . a pours extremely pale yellow color . bursting with carbonation . low head retention . s smells like well budweiser . corn and co t light and refreshing this beer is perfectly balanced with absolutely no off flavors . impressive considering the color and body . m extremely dry and prickly on the tongue . quite refreshing . d you know this beer . you now how drinkable it is . i almost never buy this beer but when i do i am never disappointed . it is exactly the same overtime . it would go great with just about any meal . this beer gets far less credit than it should on ba .,aroma,0.7,1
a slightly hazy honey color with puffy white head composed of larger bubbles . s took some aeration to get anything to pop out . bland plain smelling . some cereal grains and buttered toast . t just great . sweetness throughout with some alcohol . warm hops and overripe fruits . something tropical about it banana maybe . loses half a point from perfection because it lacks that certain something . it s very straightforward and the same from beginning to end . m pretty good kind of flat on the tongue but nice viscosity and carbonation for me . o a great beer . check it out .,aroma,0.6,1
the aroma of this beer was the highlight for me banana apple belgian yeastiness other fruits . really great . golden yellow in color with a small ring of head at the top after it settles . medium to full body with decent carbonation . no doubt when tasting it that it is a belgian style ale . alcohol comes through very nicely . sweet aftertaste is enjoyable . definitely drinkable but i was expecting a little more complexity in the taste . still good beer .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle . it pours a clear light gold with a big fluffy white head that quickly dissipates with some thick lacing . the smell is epl it is almost like it is pre skunked . the taste is like any epl it has a bit more hop bite but this is not a german pilsener . the malt is biscuity . it is good for an epl .,aroma,0.4,0
very fruity aroma strong citrus smell beautiful amber color nice even head very strong pungent flavor strong bitter hops taste you will say damn that is an arrogant bastard after the first taste . smooth mouthfeel goes down easy definitely a beer to consider when making a selection .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to rastacouere who sent this over from denmark . appearance you d think this beer was once a little more reddish than it is now it s sort of an off brown murky color . for a high octane beer the head was pretty solid . smell my first whiff was taken nonchalantly i suppose i was in the middle of a conversation and totally took me by surprise . very strong perfume somewhere between musky cologne and rose water they use in middle eastern desserts . after my nostrils got saturated it got more of a sherry cask with a dollop of fruit juice thing going on . very dynamic and evolutive aroma good stuff indeed . taste lively robust carbonation another shocker for me considering abv and a swig top bottle but it pushed the fruit flavor really hard a pleasant sour raspberry then mingled with a round caramel toffee malt richness . a tad bit of heat towards the end but the mild acidity helped even things out there is now way i would have guessed it was that boozy which to me is a sign of success right off the bat . the fact that it tastes so good is like an added bonus . i ve never heard of this beer had no expectations from it had it right after a phenomenal brew yet it still managed to shine . my favorite so far from this great brewery . denmark just went up several notches on my countries i must visit list .,aroma,1.0,1
i had already been very impressed with this beer in the bottle a day or two before this and was now anxious to try it on tap . this was in de zolder bruges . appearence was good but not as impressive as from the bottle . smell was as good as the bottle but unfortunately the taste fell a little short of the extremely high standard experienced in the bottled version . still a quality belgian tripel but preferred it in the bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
great smell good apperance . perfect pa colour . spicy and fruity . it really sticks to the style and i enjoyed it alot . lots of bitterness with a malt backbone to support the hops . very good aussie pa and one that an everyday beer drinker could enjoy . close to the quality of lcpa .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to ktown for this during an in person trade . presentation poured from oz bottle into duvel tulip . a pours the blackest of blacks with a semi vigorous pour it has no head but the bubbles settle to the top and form a finger of dark tan bubbles . no lacing on the glass and some odd sediment that lingers on the sides of the glass . s smell is awesome . so complex for a stout which are normally one dimensional . coffee and dark unsweetened cocoa powder whiskey bourbon and even some woody notes that are muted . even some cream in the smell . t having this and the standard breakfast stout from founders this week have opened my eyes to the style which i generally do n t like much . lots of coffee some unsweetened hot chocolate powder maybe some marshmallow creme whiskey is on the finish as is some bitternes that i wish was n t . very complex it is n t lacking anything i want . the bitterness is really not bad at all and on the very lowest end of the spectrum compared to most stouts i ve had . i really like this one creamy too . m almost perfect . creamy coating my mouth but slightly more carbonation and it would be perfection . d very high for a strong flavor beer . i could have or of these no problem . recommended for any beer drinker even if you do n t drink stouts because it s awesome . complex flavorful delicious even refreshing which is odd to say .,aroma,1.0,1
bottled purchased somewhere in chicago many moons ago . nearly three years old at this point . served in a goose island taster glass . a quick dissolving thin tan foam settles to a thin ring of bubbles leaving behind a few wisps . hazy dark orange body . s cloying honey sugar toffee and other sweet things . vague hits of wood nuts and alcohol . otherwise just oppressively sweet . t the taste is about less sweet which still means this is about too sweet . sugar honey caramel oaky vanilla light coconut and fairly mellow booze . actually in retrospect a bit more spicy alcohol would have balanced things a bit better . m low carbonation mild alcohol warmth full bodied sticky and viscous . the feel is a perfect match for the taste and smell but that s not necessarily a good thing . d this was not as horrible as i expecting but not particularly good either certainly not worth the sticker price . drinking a whole bottle would be borderline impossible .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at the russian river brewery . reviewed from notes during trip to sf . a dark orange copper red with a small white head . nice silky ring and cloud atop the beer . fine coats of lace on the glass . s not the strongest of aromas hard to pick up . i get some pine citrus hops and belgian yeast spice . t has a dark fruit almost grape pit type flavor with raisin orange zest banana esters and belgian yeast spice coriander cardamom . pine and floral hops as well . mf silky carbonation in creamy light body . finishes just a little bitter . interesting belgian yeast profile it is sufficient and does not take over the beer . good balance of flavors .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a nonic . color is as close to black as it can get while still being visibly brown . strong light evidences this by revealing umber hues at the bottom of the glass . the one finger head dissipates rather quickly leaving no lace . aroma is strongly chocolaty with a hint of alcohol . there s also a little bit of sweetened coffee . taste is a let down after the nice aroma . roasty cold coffee with maybe a smidgeon of bitter chocolate and metallicness . i m surprised i do n t taste any alcohol here because there really is n t much for it to hide behind . mouthfeel is a little overcarbonated but very clean and dry . body is too thin for a baltic porter . this is pretty easy to drink but it s not a great beer .,aroma,0.8,1
a coppery caramel colour with moderate carbonation that does n t stand long in the head s strong enticing aroma of banana while pouring somewhat over powered by the beer itself once poured though t tasty banana overtones initially but the finish is bitter and devoid of banana m feels quite effervescent despite the moderate carbonation d given the quick disappearance of the banana flavouring after the first few sips the drinkability that it initially shows a promise of is n t likely to last,aroma,0.8,1
nice dark brown a little clear pour into a rochefort goblet . the head is somewhat thin but stays through the whole experience . ok before you all shoot me about the aroma i was a little scared when i got to this point of the beer i could pick few little things out but almost my entire nose picked up a scotch aroma i am not a fan of scotch the aroma balances out better when drinking the beer . taste was a very nice suprise after the scare this thing has a nice spicy flavor to it cinnamon clove but what i really liked is the touch of chocolate that comes through . mouthfeel is a little thin but smooth and very nice this is a beer i would n t mind sitting down and enjoying on occation but there are more i will go for first . glad i was able to try it .,aroma,0.4,0
orange cooper pour with a egg shell head that did n t last long . great lacing as i consume . i m picking up in floral and citrus . hops linger in the mouth for a couple minutes and slowly fade into a nice mellow finish . maybe a bit to carbonated still easy drinking and a good starter to convert your freinds to craft micro brews .,aroma,0.9,1
the beer poured a dark reddish color with very little head . it had a wonderful fruity rich creamy almost cherry ice cream soda type of aroma.the first mouthful had a cherry hoppytaste with a very smooth mouthfeel.then a very bitter backtaste made itself evident . after further sips a strong alcohol presence became evident . i would have liked this better if i had more time to drink it . definitely a slow sipping brew .,aroma,0.9,1
this . oz bottled is served at degrees from my cellar . there is no date on the bottle . pours and nice translucent medium amber color into my tulip with a very large white head . the head sticks areound for a while and is composed of bb sized bubbles . the nose is of grapes and cotton candy but not sticky syrupy sweet . the flavor is somewhat non descript . prehaps it is overpowered by the unibroue la fin du monde i just finished . it s hard to imagine that this brew can be compromised by a pale ale but maybe that is the case . maybe not . i m not sure that this brew has a strong taste period . i was expecting more . to date this is my least favorite beer from ommegang . out of ai n t bad .,aroma,0.9,1
vintage i ve had this before but never as fresh as this . a pretty different beer in it s young form . pours dark orangey brown slightly hazy at first then extremely cloudy as i pour in some of the yeast dregs . minimal head slight wisp of foam . the aroma is huge sweet brown sugar and honey with floral notes alcohol and some breadiness . flavors are very aggressive in this fresh form a huge honey presence meets with the aggressive bittering hops and some dark fruit sherry notes . the flavors have n t quite melded yet which makes for some interesting flavor contrasts . from past experience as this beer ages the sweetness and hops meld into a more coherent overall flavor profile that s more in line with my expectations of a barley wine . as it is there s a honey dipped hop cone effect . definitely close to a big sweet double ipa in its fresh form . low in carbonation with a thick syrupy mouthcoating feel . some grittiness in there as well from the yeast chunks but that could be mostly avoided with a slow pour leaving the lees in the bottle . excellent barley wine both in its fresh and aged form a testament to the value of bottle conditioning and cellarable beers .,aroma,1.0,1
poured an amber clear beer with a moderate head . smelled of hops and malt as soon as i cracked the bottle . taste is hop forward then malt then a sweet finish . a little too busy for my taste in this style but it is a double . mouthfeel is solid definately not a watery beer . overall not bad but short of my expectations for my first taste from flying dog .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a huge huge head that took quite a bit of time to settle down . a deep almost black ruby tone many fine bubbles and the head is cavernous rocky and laces the glass . the aroma is of roasted chocolate malts and grainy alcohol hints . taste is malty with slighty musty bitter finish . astringent notes somewhat cloying . the mouthfeel was dominated by the sense that this is an overcarbonated porter lighter in the body than i d like and just plain unsatisfying . perhaps i got an off bottle but i would n t go back to this beer unless it was a cask conditioned version or i was sure they had retooled the recipe .,aroma,0.8,1
pours cloudy yellowish orange with a finger fizzy white head that left no lacing smells good lots of orange wheat and spices taste i thought sunset wheat was the only beer to taste like fruity pebbles guess not very artificial flavors orange and lemon mouthfeel is light and crisp drinkability is so so since i dont care for the taste,aroma,0.8,1
appearance lovely bottle with some really neat art on the front . big corked like all the unibroue i ve seen . it poured out nice and dark with a decent head that subsided quickly . residual yeast could be seen adding a bit more . very attractive when poured . smell oh god does this beer smell nice . cherries raisins yeastie bits caramel was definitely there and maybe some chocolate . only a hint of hops but i m guessing this is for balancing . taste wow this is complex . i m tasting far more than i smelled although i d have to say the actual taste itself is good not amazing . this beer is highly alcoholic but so well made that i can barely tell in the slightest . fruit flavours preside over all with the undertones of caramel and again that hint of hops . mouthfeel again pretty good . nice dry finish easy drinking i ca n t give it more because this beer was cool bordering on tepid instead of decently cold . still very smooth . drinkability this beer is an endeavour to drink and i do n t think i d want to go more than one . still i ll give it an above average for drinkability . notes belgian dark ales are n t my favourite although i think i can appreciate them and this is a great one . well balanced great nose does n t look bad in the slightest . easy recommendation for anyone .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle to a snifter glass . vintage . a terrible . pours out like sludge and completely flat . murky and nasty looking . no head no lace just gross . s smells good nice bourbon and vanilla notes some chocolate and a good burst of brown sugar . t tastes alright nearly exactly as i described the nose . but does have this weird metallic taste somewhere in the mid palate . no hops just all malty bourbon flavors . alcohol is pretty well hidden for the . m ugh . flat and oily . not enjoyable at all . no carbonation whatsoever . o if it was carbonated it would be a nice beer maybe a b . not so with this bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle poured into duvel tulip no sign of freshness date . appearance coming out of the bottle this is a rather unappealing greyish brown but once in the glass it gets better . deep ruby brown all but opaque unless held up to the light . average pour produced a one inch billowy light tan head that hung out for a bit and clung to the glass wherever it had a chance . smell citrusy hops off the bat with a little malty sweetness in the background some earthy notes but pretty one dimensional with hops up front though i m not complaining . taste mouthfeel very thin mouthfeel with not very noticeable carbonation . taste is bitter but not really the pleasant kind . taste of rubber left in the back of my mouth . a little smoke and a lot of earth . as i continue it is n t as cloying on the palate but still not impressed . drinkability well it goes down easily which i guess makes it drinkable but the taste just does n t leave you wanting more . i do n t know where to go with this one . overall not going to buy this one again but it might be for some .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a medium amber with a fizzy head to start . there is n t much lace left behind though the carbonation is visible throughout . the smell is a bit disappointing very much like a belgian strong pale . bready malts earthy hops and brett funk . not wild ale worthy but certainly not bad . note to drinkers let it warm . the sour is sedated right out of the fridge . french bread floral jasmine earthy hops and a touch of honey are the first tastes noticed . this gives way to a slightly citric but mostly lactic sourness finished off with a bit of hay and horseblanket funk . much easier to dissect than some of the wilds that are sour heavy . mmm mmm good . i m going to grab another for my cellar .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a motor oil dark with a big bubbled tan head . nose is grainy and chocolate filled . taste is a little sharp a bit astringent . lots of bitter malts chocolate charcoal and maybe some figs in the back . drinkability was fine the alcohol was hidden well and the carbonation was perfect . excellent beer from samuel smith .,aroma,1.0,1
this ai n t a dunkel . it ai n t even a lager folks . colorado does n t brew lagers . it is a rich robust irish style red ale . hazy amber fantastic appealing malt aroma . big malt bite right off the bat a bit more assertive than many red ales which are habitually low key . some raw intriguing qualities of wood and meat . hops come on nicely they do just the right amount of spicing and leave a good crisp dryness at the end . otherwise the finish is a little lacklustre compared to the excellent beginning . i noted a bit of sourness hidden deep down in the flavor profile along with some vinegar qualities . not enough to keep this beer from being an enjoyable experience but just enough to keep it from being a top notch brew .,aroma,0.9,1
pours dark redish orange nice off white head good carbonation . no smell at all disapointing . taste is very subtle little spice but raw pumpkin flavor is different from other pumpkin ales i ve had . this one focuses on the pumpkin flavor and not the spice or a pumpkin pie flavor . a little fruity too .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance i ve had this before and i do n t remember it looking like this . it is a ruby red but has a dark black hue to it . i do n t remember it being this dark . it almost has a stout look to it . either way it s appearance is pretty normal . smell damn this smells great . i m getting sugar coated rasperries sweet malts milk chocolate and toffee . taste sweet malts with some fruit esthers . diacytal is present it has a buttery creaminess to it . hop finish is mild and bitter . mouthfeel medium to light bodied . malty i guess you could say it was a bit creamy . drinkability good pub beer,aroma,0.9,1
presented in a . oz brown bottle this dunkelweissbier had a cloudy dark brown color and a foamy lumpy light tan head that could n t keep alive despite the lively effervescence streaming to the surface . the smell was predominantly malty with some strong caramel and yeast notes . it lacked both the clove and banana aromas expected in a beer of this style . the taste was a duplicate of the smell possessing a solid malt backbone and lots of caramel and yeast . it had all the characteristics of pumpernickel rye bread . a light hops bite glided over the palate in the finish . the feel was medium bodied mildly stoked with carbonation and a bit dry . overall i was a bit disappointed with this brew . i was hoping that a brewery around since a.d. it said so on the label would have cracked the code for a top notch dunkelweiss . too bad this beer fell short .,aroma,0.4,0
yellow slight head heavy carbonation . smell is of malt and water . one of the most awful light beers could not even finish the oz bottle . taste was of water and a harsh skunky stale malt bite . astringent and unapealling . mouthfeel was terrible . do n t even waste your money on these . just when you think heineken ca n t do any worse they make this .,aroma,0.2,0
experienced on tap at yard house scottsdale on tatum road . a bit of aroma . average looking body for the style cloudy with some head it tasted a little wateed down.the taste brought out too much sourness and was not too drinkable.disapointing considering whom brewed it .,aroma,0.8,1
rodenbach grand cru abv . . ml bottle . sek at systembolaget . a dark red liquid and a beige bubbly head that leaves a nice ring of retention in the glass . s big aromas of red wine cloves ginger oranges berries juniper and liquorice . like a mix of glgg mulled wine and julmust a swedish type of soda drunk at christmas . t rich sour flavours of red wine cranberries apples oranges cloves juniper liquorice brown sugar and black pepper . not much bitterness . it s unusual to me but i like it . m medium sized body and some carbonation . i do n t know what to say it s the sourness that does the job for my tongue . o a new and happy experience for me . while i m all alone in the dark the aromas and flavours bring a lot of memories and other stuff to my mind i think i m going to enjoy more of beers like this in the future .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bomber dated may into two pint glasses for my wife and me . tmk this is the first bottling of this brew . dammit biggred beat me to the first bottle review . pours a rich amber not quite dark enough to be copper . good inch of head on each glass . poured very clear into both glasses despite some sediment left in the bottle . the aroma is not very strong for a double ipa but pleasant . tastes good . as indicated by the aroma the hops are concentrated on the bittering not the flavor or aroma . but nonetheless this is a good solid if unexceptional dipa . exactly what you d expect for the price . . mouthfeel is very good . all in all a very drinkable beer . not an event dipa but an exceptional choice for a more than one especially for those of us in indiana who want to drink local .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a clear gold color with a white head that subsides to a thin layer of foam . it leaves just a bit of lace on the sides of the glass . the aroma is a light bread grain scent with a touch of floral hops . the flavor begins with a touch of hop bitterness and a dry malty flavor that has a touch of wheat to it and just enough of a carmel malt flavor that it balances and gives some body . very clean this was lagered perfectly though i do like the uberpils better than this . the body is full of carbonation that lends a carbonic bite to the finish much like macro lagers . this is quite drinkable though for me it is a bit too boring .,aroma,0.4,0
a color was a deep brown with some reddish hue to it . was n t that thrilled with the appearance reminded me of weak poorly brewed coffee for some reason well carbonated though with a head that never seemed to quit . s smells of raisins and honey with a hint of chocolate . t taste is nutty with flavors of dark caramel raisins and coffee coming through . quite a complex array with the malt and hops serving to balance just enough so that it is not overpoweringly sweet m feel was not to bad stroke me as alittle thin for an unfiltered beer . d did not seem like a . abv beer at all . for its class found it very drinkable which for me would mean once in a while given its richness .,aroma,0.9,1
no . . black with just the faintest of dark brown edges . brown soapy bubbles formed a collar while extremely fine bubbles coated the surface of the beer . decent head retention with a bit of spotty lacing that was n t too sticky . bourbon was evident as soon as the cap was popped . boozy aroma with vanilla and oak apparent notes of toffee and coconut roast and chocolate faint licorice and figs . great texture full without being heavy moderate carbonation that provided an airy mouthfeel a bit of astringency from the kilned grains and wood slightly sticky . alcohol started warm and ended a little hotter but still well controlled . nice depth of bitterness both from hops and the dark grains . this worked well with the considerable malt presence toffee and chocolate sweetness roast and light licorice . quite oaky as well vanilla throughout with plenty of bourbon character . unfortunately the prominence of the wood and bourbon in the flavour seemed to mask some of the complexity present in the aroma . overall a very strong offering from a great brewery .,aroma,1.0,1
pours black with notes of ruby when held to the light . the head stays very well and leaves pretty nice rocky lacing . the aroma is haint of anything to say the least . all i smell is very faint chocolate and pale malts . very unimpressive indeed . the flavor is a little more interesting with bitter chocolate and pale malts and a long semmi sweet roasty caramel finish . the mouthfeel is clean and a dry finish . full carbonation which seems right for the style . very drinkable and sessionable indeed . a little more interesting and i d be impressed with this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
served at gunderson s cannery cafe astoria or . server refered to beer as astoria brewing company porter and referred to style as chocolate porter . served in nonic pint . opaque espresso color light would not penetrate . initial aroma of bittersweet chocolate . initial taste of bitterswwet chocolate yields to warming alcohol and notes of pear . warming alcohol lingers to coffee finish and aftertatse . exceptional overall drinkability . perfect as a desert beer at the end of a meal .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle poured into a snifter . a a beautiful clear darker orange . one finger off white tight head . had great retention and lacing . s very spicy up front with nutmeg allspice and cinnamon dominating . the pumpkin comes through immediately after and has some sweetness to it . almost reminds me of the struggle of hops and caramel in a dipa . this also has a touch of caramel brown sugar and slight graham cracker notes . t pumpkin and caramel upfront . spiciness and alcohol in the middle . the alcohol carries into the throat and sinuses . it do n t make it taste bad and not real hot but i just do n t want to taste alcohol in a beer this low in abv . m medium bodied . slick . medium high carbonation . alcohol warming . o a very good beer . like an ipa just weird hops and malts . a lot of alcohol comes through for a beer .,aroma,1.0,1
the appearance of this beer is quite dark if i hold it up to the light i can see very very feint mahogany purple hues on the very edges of the glass . that being said it is almost pitch black . the head is a dark tan almost brown head comprised of lots of tiny bubbles . the aroma is hoppy more than anything else . i pick up earth tones with a roasty malt background . taste is fantastic . big on roastyness with subtle coffee espresso and chocolate flavors . texture is thick and i mean thick. like syrup . good carbonation but it s almost unnoticeable because your palate is adjusting to the syrupy quality of this beer . for drinkability i would have to give it a lower rating due to the high . abv and texture . this is a sipping beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a loosely filtered amber with a great tan head and decent carbonation . smells good too obvious floral hops and substantial bready slightly sweet malt both of which hit at the same time . huh . far too light in the feel especially for the appearance and smell . low bitterness as well . more of an orange citrus twang than hops bitterness . no real malty taste either just an odd twangy bitterness . quite a disappointment especially from this brewery . this review is probably going to come out higher than it should due to the deceptively good appearance and smell .,aroma,0.9,1
originally reviewed may . on tap at the brewpub . very clear very thin pour with almost no head . no carbonation . aroma is stale malt and light cigarettes . smooth cool light pale malt with a nice dose of cascade hops that is refreshing . aftertaste is sweet and sugary slightly sour . hints of banana fruit and a light creamy background . if you can get past the appearance and aroma this is a pretty good golden .,aroma,0.4,0
received this brew along with a bevy of others from yonderwonderer . have had a lot of pumpkin ales lately and have been most excited to try this one . drank from my laughing dog pint glass . appearance pours a super clear reddish orange with a bright white head . very nice cap and collar that leaves very little lacing . surprisingly light compaired to other brews of this type . smell lots of pumpkin in this one . more pumpkin in the nose than the other similar brews ive had . very spicy as well with lots of cinnamon nutmeg and clove . pumpkin pie in a bottle . taste this one is a bit different than the other pumpkin ales ive had . starts with a bit of pumpkin that quickly leaves . its taken over by a sweet toffee brown sugar that quickly gets cloying . a bit of a lingering cinnamon but the spice is definitely more present in the nose . the alcohol is covered well though . mouthfeel somewhere between medium and full body with a slick feel and aggressive carbonation . drinkability i had big hopes for this one but its not the best pumpkin ale ive had . its tasty but a bit cloying and i really wish there was more spice in the taste . the nose was fantastic though and i wish it tasted like it smelled . thanks again to yonderwonderer .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a pale ish yellow clear . decent head with lots of fine white bubbles not the huge wheat head you often see but more than the typical beer . nice crisp citrusy nose . the hops and malt were a bit in the background but a truly pleasant aroma . light to medium body and tasted about like it smelled . flowery perfumy . not much traditional wheat character and the body was a bit on the thin side but not inappropriate for the style . does have a tiny bit of creaminess . drinkability was above average . pretty good beer . nicely flavored . the underlying brew could be a little better but worth a try .,aroma,0.8,1
pours very dark for a barley wine and has almost no head . looks more like a porter . smells primarily of alcohol and raisins . tastes sweet like grape juice cherries pine tar and has a caustic alcohol sting to it . there s also a strange oat flavor in the finish . the mouth feel is awful . its thick and flat and does nothing to charge up the flavor . however it is revitalized if you swish it around between your teeth but i do n t think that this treatment should be required for a beer . i didnt like this beer so much at first but the flavor grew on me . its just a shame that the mouth feel takes the wind out of the sails of the taste . so if you can separate the mouthfeel from the flavor its really rather nice .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a cloudy orange with bits of yeast settling at the bottom . there is a nice one inch white head that disappeared fairly quickly and left white lace across the top of the beer . the smell is one of the best of the belgian style ales that i have had . there is a definite fruity sweetness and slight spiciness but it is all a bit subdued and there is slightly stronger banana smell than others . the flavor is more spicy and hoppy than the flavor suggests . mouthfeel is like all of the good belgians nicely carbonated and a nice long aftertaste . the past week has brought my first tastes of new belgium s abbey and trippel . there are better representatives available of both of these styles but at such a reasonable price i can definitely make both of these regulars in my fridge .,aroma,1.0,1
. oz bottle . poured a nice slightly dark brown color with a thin colored head . lingered a bit but went away quickly only to hang out around the rim . whoa . the aroma is chock full of coffee . some chocolate a very sweet near kahlua like scent . there s a small lingering scent of hops but it s buried beneath this coffee mound . it literally tastes like a cup of coffee . a little hop bite comes through in the end and matches well with a bitterness similar to that of black coffee . the malts are very much decimated by the sheer amount of coffee aroma flavor in this brew . though the malts that are present are chocolately nutty . feels very smooth and medium bodied on the palate . nice carbonation in it . i ve tried many coffee flavored beers but this one takes the cake in terms of coffee aroma flavor . it s very similar to having a cup of iced coffee with a dash of sugar and cream . being that there is such a strong coffee presence in this porter it s drinkability suffers a bit of course if you love coffee then it wont suffer worth it to check out . may not be the best out there but it offers a great drinking experience .,aroma,0.9,1
watery . little hop some malt no color sickly aroma . and this was fresh . touch of lemon mid sip like lemon in a water glass . some bitterness not awful . weak even for this brewery which produces a lot of mediocre choices.had a couple of these at different times and they were metallic and tart .,aroma,0.2,0
i do n t know why i try trader joe s own brews . i always walk away disappointed . picked up a six pack of this yesterday after the clerk said it was really good and that people in the area were raving about it . if this beer teaches us anything it s that people are dumb . i had one sip of this and introduced it to the drain . starts off with a lot of cinnamon some pumpkin pie artificial flavors anyone . . finishes with a skunk aftertaste that made me yearn for the sweet release of death . mouthfeel is watery . kind of like budweiser if you threw in a cinnamon stick . why do these ratings only go to . why not . as of today i am making up a new rating . repulsive . drinkability . . never buy this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
had this from a bottle pours a nice rich amber color with a head smells strongly of cinnamon and spice but the smell does n t coincide with the taste . the peppery and burnt spice tasts over powers the beer in fact my friend and and i were hard pressed to tastes any pumpkin or even malt for that matter . we could n t find the beer . mouthfeel was fine and the drinkability form a texteure point of view was there it just did n t taste much of beer .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass best before date of . this pours a slightly hazy light orange with a decent foamy white head with good retention . the smell is good full of pumpkin and spice . the feel is medium to light with good carbonation . the taste is a little disappointing though pretty bitter and dry i get a little pumpkin and spice but its nothing like it smells overall okay but not up to the smells standard .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance a slightly hazy pale straw body with a huge white head that features brilliant retention and spotty lacing . aroma sweet grainy wheat accompanied with apple citrus and a slight hint of floral hops taste sharp lemon and apple over a tasty and grainy wheat backbone . towards the end there s enough of a bitter hop dimension to add more complexity . clean . the aftertaste is grainy with the barest hint of alcohol . mouthfeel medium light bodied and velvety with smooth carbonation . dries in the finish . drinkability excellent as you d expect from any wheat beer worth a damn . verdict saint arnold has created a solid wheat beer perfect for a summer s day here in texas . while it may not the most complex beer in the world it does its job well .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into an imperial pint . best by . this is literally the freshest bottle i found in almost states of the midwest so i am rating this since i can not find anything fresher in all the stores i have visited . a pours a clear golden yellow orange color that produced a huge foamy fluffy white head with great retention . tons of lacing left behind as it very slowly dissipated . s a huge burst of pine like citrus with some lemon and lime fruits . slightly dry but otherwise the piney hops take center stage . t a dry pine like wood profile up front . some minimal lemon and lime citrus behind that . very subtle honey like sweetness . m a good carbonation level . a decent balance but it really is primarily a very dry bitter pine profile of a beer . d i can see how this can be a good ipa but it would be nice to see how it is fresh since i am unable to find it as such in either il or wi where i have gone .,aroma,0.9,1
another one of my playa del carmen purchases negra modelo is one of those beers that you wo n t find at a mexican resort but is fairly easy to find in a tienda . negra modelo looks pretty good in the glass being a reddish amber with tan foam . the smell is barely perceptible i do n t pick up much other than a bit of dry dark malt . i guess it could be worse . the flavour too is not exactly forceful . again there s a dry dark malt and bread flavour to it . add to that a creamy oiliness in the mouthfeel and you ve got a better than average mexican beer but nothing stunning . still it s better than corona better than bud better than labatt s blue .,aroma,0.4,0
st. bruno de kamouraska bire brune sur lie . a copper bronze fizzy off white head no retention or lace . s brown sugar sour cherries grain candy . t grainy astringency light sourness brown sugar wet cardboard . m light body carbonation . d not very drinkable .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from oz bottle to pint glass . a pours a straw yellow with a little golden tinge to it . moderate head that fades to one finger after a minute or two . this beer is cloudy in the light . s there is a strong yeast smell . i get a lot of fruit off of this one orange lemon and apricot . i like that you get a little bit of a flowery hop aroma in the nose . there s also a little bit of a caramel smell in there . oddly i kind of get a jello scent from it . after the beer warmed up some more i also smelled malted barley t i do n t know where to begin with the taste . the hops let there bitter presence be known and it overpowers the other delicate flavors a bit too much for me . i was n t expecting the bitterness from the flowery hop aroma . underneath the bitterness you get a little caramel and a good taste of apricot . i think i taste a pale malt . after reading the bottle i can definitely taste that this was dry hopped . m it s very smooth . the yeast makes it go down easy . there s a bit of carbonation but nothing too aggressive . it has a little bit of an oily texture but is still light bodied . overall it s pretty refreshing but . d the bitterness would prevent me from drinking more than a glass or two of this . this is a solid beer but i think i have to be in the right mood for it . my only real wish is that they countered the bitterness of the hops a little bit to let the other flavors shine through .,aroma,0.9,1
paid . for a oz bottle from city beer store in san francisco ca . poured into a pilsener glass . does n t pour too thick but appears rather viscous and gritty . some ingredients separated . a nice extra frothy tan head of about an inch and a quarter . as suggested in the name this is an opaque black . pretty good head retention and lacing . smells just a bit on the rank side . some yeast carbonation caramel malts and mild hops . nothing too strong average ingredients . taste is different and better than i was expecting . the malts balance well with the more mild yeast strain they are working with . hops not present much . no alcohol . i like the mouth of this one . a medium body with light carbonation . goes down moderately thick nice and smooth and then finishes somewhat watery . this one was almost gone in a couple sips . would be a great session beer if you are looking for something that is darker and has more flavor . recommended .,aroma,0.4,0
i have to give ab credit for making the effort to produce an adjunct free beer . hard pour into pint glass produced a inch head that dissipated quickly into nothing . not even a pancake of head on the top . no lacing . looks thin and pale in the glass . taste is a cut above the average mega brew though because it actually has some . ice cold it s not bad . i wonder why american mega brewers are afraid to add enough hops to actually taste . a higher gravity brew and the addition of a few more hops might make this a pretty drinkable brew .,aroma,0.4,0
when i poured it a sickening cake of yeast coated the neck of the bottled . wierd . strike one . this one has a very thin body that does n t carry the flavors of this big beer . strike two . it s got a hard water mouthfeel and a big dark chocolate bite but goes nowhere . black pepper and licorice . nothing like i was expecting but certainly not good enough to be different . it struggles to make a one dimentional stout . strike three you re out . this bottle got dumped . note i lined this one up against imperial stouts and this was the only one we all hated . sorry such a great brewery but no cigar here .,aroma,0.7,1
sample on cask at the lamb on conduit st. in london . this bitter poured a clear golden amber color with white foam that persisted . the smell was very modest and faintly malty . the taste was very nice lightly malty with light bitterness in the finish . there was a light floral hoppiness as well as a touch of hop bitterness in the taste . the mouthfeel was smooth with medium light body and low carbonation . the flavor lingered on the tongue . this was a very easy to drink and enjoyable bitter .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a black color with some red hue towards the top . light brown head forms at first and then dies down to a weak diamond shaped lace in the middle . the aroma is not very nice . it s incredibly boozy . even though its strong and intense it still manages to be bland . there are some dark plummy fruit aromas in there but it s not very good . a bit of solvent nail polish remover aromas are in there as well . the taste is not as boozy as the aroma . it drinks like your typical imperial stout with some coffee in the finish . there was a gooey ash type of sharp roast in there that is too acrid for my tastes . there is a bit of dark chocolaty sweetness as well as licorice flavors . mouthfeel is thick and coating with a still undercarbonated feeling . not as full feeling as some of the better imperial stouts but its still good . i was n t a big fan of this beer and even when it was split three ways we ended up dumping some . the aroma hurts the drinkability and it does n t taste like a well made imperial stout . maybe it was rushed .,aroma,0.4,0
drank in a tulip from oz twist top bottle . appearance amber brown with a sparse cream colored head . smell skunky malts spicy cinnamon citrus and some alcohol scents . taste malty cherries and not much else . mouthfeel effervescent . drinkablity not a very drinkable beer . with all the great beer in wisconsin why would someone want to frequent this horrible brewery is beyond me .,aroma,0.4,0
a hazy golden color in my duvel tulip with a nice two fingers of head . the foam dies back gradually but persists around the edges of the glass and as lacing . bubblegum banana and cloves . smells just like i d like a hefeweizen to smell . the taste does n t live up to the nose however . it s not as sweet as i d like and the spice character is hidden some by some tartness and lingering bitterness . it s also just a touch watery . nothing bad just not as good as the aroma indicated . the mouthfeel is pleasantly thick and creamy but the carbonation is a little too forceful it becomes a distraction rather than an enhancement . without the lingering bitterness and prickly carbonation the drinkability would be a solid . even with those defects though it goes down easily and there s little enough alcohol that it would be easy to keep drinking . not my favorite hefeweizen but a pretty nice one all the same that is inexpensive and available year round .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance gt black like coffee . nice creamy head with medium bubbles . great lacing . the ipa is so dark you d never recognize it . in fact deschutes calls it a new style cda cascadian dark ale . smell gt big coffee nose with malt . taste gt unique and intriguing . starts like the most bitter coffee you ve had from your hangover cure greasy spoon talkin bout you eddies on divisadero . . then it gets a big punch of hops. big . followed by a big ashy hang . all the while it is smooth as all get out . how do you ya do it you lovely oregonians . mouf gt pleasant drinkable gt very .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage . poured from a oz . bomber into a darkness snifter . a standard pour yields a frothy . finger frappachino colored head with big bubbles at the top and moderate retention . beer is a comparatively thin opaque black . lacing is stringy with some spottiness and moderate stick . s nose is very subtle for a bal aged beer . muted chocolate cocoa powder and roasted malt . next to no booziness or heat . slight touch of brownie and molasses . t opens sweet milk chocolate molasses honey and a slight bourbon heat . brown sugar fudge brownie sweet liquorice prunes raisins and coca cola towards the middle . a tickle of bourbon at the end followed by a brown sugar and honey finish and a sweet chocolate aftertaste . m medium bodied with low carbonation . filmy and oily in the mouth but not really heavy or sticky . goes down super smooth with very little heat considering the abv . finish is messy with an aftertaste that lingers . d one of the easiest drinking bal aged imperial stouts that i ve come across this is a completely different animal compared to the regular blackout stout which i was n t a huge fan of . not fantastically complex but it has all the sweet roasty bourbony character that i need . well worth searching out and i ca n t wait to see how this one develops .,aroma,0.6,1
got it from italy . a light yellow very carbonated with tick white foam . s have some citrus notes but you could hardly smell anything . hops also in nose . t m medium bitterness some wheat aroma carbonation is present highly . o nice beer it tastes like average pilsner .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a f white head with nice lacing . fairly clear amber orange color and light carbonation present . smell is simply awesome like a buttery biscuit drizzled in honey sitting in the middle of a pine forest . oh and a glass of pineapple juice sitting next to it . taste was quite well balanced high on the hops yes but nearly equally rich maltiness . grapefruit resin sweet apricots and a hint of smoke as it warmed . mf was rich as expected . juicy hops with a lingering film on the tongue and slight burn of alcohol on the throat . amazingly drinkable for the abv and this is how the beer becomes dangerous . i would not want to be faced with this on tap at a bar without adequate cab fare in pocket and a free schedule the next morning .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pint glass from a oz . bottle . a the beer has some sediment not sure why as i know this is n t a bottle conditioned or refermented brew. the color is a medium amber mahogany yet it is translucent letting in about of the light . decent head when poured dissipated after two minutes . s this beer smells great . a very nice balance of booze with piney citrusey hops . makes you want to dive right in . if you ve had they re more popular and more readily available racer ipa you wo n t want to wait to give this one a gulp . t do n t get me wrong. it s a very nice strong ipa.it s certainly not a double ipa . was slightly underwhelmed by the flavor after experiencing such tantalizing aroma smelling the beer . it is still a hearty and satisfying flavorful brew . i have found that not only am i a fan of pacific ipa s but also in particular i am partial to rye ipas . this is a fine example . m the beer is smooth on the palate . for the style it is very drinkable and boasts respectable hop flavor with balance not too bitter and plenty refreshing . o i like this beer . i am partial to ipas in general but this is a winner for sure . bear republic continues to produce quality ales here on the west coast .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into my english pint glass the beer is deep dark brown nearing black . held to the light blood red edges can be picked out . the light mocha head blast to a full two fingers and leave trails of lace around the rim after settling . a perfect half finger cap rests on top of the beer . the aroma is a mix of sweet and rich bourbon . along with coffee chocolate caramel hints of vanilla and roast malt . after warming a touch of oak and dark fruits are present as well . the flavor is bold roast coffee up front . this slowly melts into bourbon smoked malt hints of chocolate and touch of earthiness in the finish . medium to full body . creamy and smooth . i feel it s just touch above average carbonation for the style . overall a fantastic beer . maybe a touch hot for my taste . considering this is fresh from the brewery i will let it slide for now and revist this beer in six months to see what some age does .,aroma,1.0,1
a my word have you ever seen a better looking beer . black brown body with a chocolate ice cream brown creamy head with tons of retention and lace . as good as it gets . s not as rich in chocolate as i expected . a heavy amount of roasted caramel malt with hints of roasted coffee and dark chocolate . a bit of a let down here as it s a bit shorter on creaminess and chocolate from what i expected . t a nice cocoa black chocolate initial sweetness followed up by a little coffee leading to a slight hop and bitter aftertaste . slightly syrupy and a slight alcohol taste abv . the roasted caramel malt is present as well . nice complexity and solid all around . . m thicker medium body pretty smooth slightly carbonated . a hint of oil . d more drinkable than st choklat but like that beer the alcohol taste wore as the bottle went on . i imagine this would age well and some of that might disappear . . overall impression an impressive beer . not as bold in chocolate as other chocolate stouts but classy strong and rich all around .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a clear golden color with a good bit of white very fluffy head lots of lacing . not much of a scent a little skunky some grain . the taste is of slightly bitter hops grain not much else . light bodied feel crisp and refreshing high carbonation . easy drinker nothing special really .,aroma,0.4,0
i love a good marketing gimmick . hemp beer . this not thc beer . perhaps it will suck but of course i will have one . does n t look like a bong load . the beer is golden orange and cloudy like a good german austrian beverage . sticky fluffy strong head that clings to the side . has all the looks of a good ipa but does hemp really have the same qualities as its hop brother . nope . the smell is nothing like the strong dankiness of a wicked triple ipa . there s some slight floral scents and touches of citrus like oranges and lemons . strangest of all is the corn odor . and just the faintest taste of hops . pretty standard and bland and the end is unpleasantly bitter . the creamy mouthfeel is more pleasing than the taste itself . the menu promised no strange effects and they delivered . blah . if you want to tell you friends i drank hemp beer . get this but you can get a better buzz from inhaling a hopdevil available at in vienna .,aroma,0.7,1
i m not sure that i can expound on any of the other reviews already given . big strong coffee taste and aroma . jet black pour no head though . this is a good coffee stout . i should be receiving a couple of wake and bakes in the next few days and want to compare the two .,aroma,1.0,1
big thanks goes out to mikereaser and crushedvol for sending one of these each to me in recent bifs . now i dont feel too guilty about not sharing one of them muahahaha . all mine . ml bottle from batch x f . pours a clear golden color with a fast dissolving white head . leaves some clingy lace and a bubbly sheen . earthy brettanomyces hits the nose first followed by some sour notes and a sweet oaky presence . light and fruity with the white wine definitely showing it s toothy grin . good balance of sourness and funky tart brett leaning a bit to the brett side of things . base beer is light and airy with some tannic wood and wine character . not puckeringly sour that is for sure . i was skeptical about aging this one but after trying it i think it could age fairly gracefully as long as the bacteria can keep up with the brett . pretty good sour here i am surely glad i have another .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle . looks a thin bubbly extremely pale shade of light gold . pretty large white frothy head . smells a bit skunky i do n t think it s a freshness issue . this has been the case time and time again . the first few hits are not bad pretty refreshing and clean . it s very thin on taste . the more i drink the less appeal it has . not bad on the palate crisp and sparkly . gets a bit annoying though and has a long term bitterness . i m not going to have another .,aroma,0.3,0
first had on tap at their brewery decent but nothing special . poured a clear burnt orange with a small off white head . sweet malts in the aroma with scent of pine just barely coming through . similar characteristics in the taste with sweet malts and piney hops for a pretty good balance nutty with a mostly dry finish . light medium mouthfeel maybe a bit watery and a bitter bite in the aftertaste . fairly drinkable but not something i d get too often .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours a hazy amber color with a fluffy head that lasts a while . smell super strong pine grapefruit and bitterness warns the tastebuds through the nose what is to come . taste hearty caramel sweetness with a very strong and biting bitterenss . grapefruit pine lemon zest and a leafy bitterness is almost over the top . mouthfeel medium heavy in body . lightly crisp and very dry to start smooth and very dry at the finish . aftertaste is very long as the dryness and bitterness lingers on the tongue . drinkability one bottle was more than enough in a session . a definite slow sipper and keep some water handy to refresh your tongue after the glass is empty .,aroma,1.0,1
decent clarity in a darkish yellow orange beer under a smallish sea foam head . big piney and resiny hops fill the aroma backed by a pretty sizeable maltiness . tobacco and bread come to mind . the malts may dominate the hops in this aipa which almost always results in an iffy beer that has you questioning the style . this beer does n t seem to be much different . the deep malt flavor seems to stand out and take over more than the resiny hops which usually take over beers that they are featured in . the hops are bitter however and do make for a nice hoppy ipa flavor that holds its own . its possible that the resin and hop oil is taking over this beer not the malts but the malt character is certainly pronounced . the mouthfeel is slightly effervescent and seems to not be as crisp as i would like . this is definitely not a bad beer and worth the buy if you re into resiny hop ipas that have a lot of malt backbone .,aroma,0.9,1
a medium brown with a slight amber hue . tan head with good lacing . s caramel malts with a hint of hazelnut . smells sweet and malty . t a little bit of bitterness and sourness up front malty in the middle with a nutty and sweet finish . has good flavors but the initial taste is a little sour . m very smooth light bubbly and refreshing . o i ca n t really get past the sour taste but everything else is great .,aroma,1.0,1
when i attended the university of iowa three decades ago john s was the place to go to buy beer . located close to the dormitories john s has supplied generations of students with kegs affordable brews and now premium domestic and imports . a friend still living in iowa sent me a couple of bottles . i poured the ounce capped bottle into a chalice . a the beer poured a hazy blond with a slight white head that was barely there before gone and supported hardly any lacing . s it smelled very malty with hints of doughy white yeast and whiffs of ripe white apricots and pear s fruit and sweet citrus mandarin oranges . t it had a creamy sweet and malty front with strong flavors of white fruit and gentile but noticeable white spices . the citrus flavor present in the smell barely registers but there is a hint of coriander . the flavors are well integrated and balanced . there is not much carbonation and that with the low abv result in a palate that holds the flavors long into the aftertaste . m it is a creamy thick medium bodied brew with a well balanced flavors and a lingering pleasant aftertaste . d it was an enjoyable brew that was well balanced and flavorful . it was a bit full bodied for a session brew and a bit more alcohol and carbonation might have resulted in a cleaner and warmer aftertaste .,aroma,0.9,1
i ve had this beer in both the bottle and on draft this review will be from my notes and most recent encounter in a bottle . served in a nonic pint glass instead of a kostriker mug . . . . horrible . this is also one of my favorite session beers and for sure my favorite schwarzbier i ve had so far . beer is brown and cloudy . carbonation low to moderate and the head is brown and diffuse . beer does not have much of a smell to it . maybe a mild roast some malt not much at all . beer is super smooth beautiful full bodied beer . i do n t taste much roast at all mild malt character no hops or bitterness to speak of . a perfectly balanced simple tasting good beer . for some reason the first time i ordered it i expected some smoke but was pleasantly surprised by the lack of it . mouthfeel great drinkability as high as it gets .,aroma,0.6,1
alright souther tier here is your nd chance . appearance poured with a thumb of head that did n t retain to well but it did leave a little bit of lace behind . the body is a mix between lager yellow and pumpkin orange but it tends a bit more towards the yellow . smell abundant pumpkin smell with plenty of spice . smells like the sweetest pumpkin pie you can find right out of the oven . the pumpkin done well however there does n t seem to be much beer being revealed . taste oh god why . . starts with a lightly spiced bread taste that immediately turns into an awful concoction of malt hops pumpkin spice sugar and drain water that pauses for a brief moment to give one last kick of the same save only earthy hops are a bit more dominant . mouthfeel man this stuff seems to curdle in your mouth as it leaves your mouth feeling like it s covered in butter gone bad which is n t helped by the awful aftertaste of which no one flavor wants to step up to the plate making it an awful mess . odd transistorizing and it went flat pretty quick . i honestly ca n t think of anything redeeming to say . drinkability yeah . getting this stuff down is a struggle and while it s light bodied and sits down well i would n t even want to drink this seasonally . it got drain poured at the done mark . final thoughts well after two lackluster brews southern tier continues to disappoint me . it s a shame too as it started out so nicely . now one thing i did notice is this one seems to be . so maybe i got last year s batch . i doubt it but i would n t put it past the lcbo . either way this one is a pass the so called best pumpkin ale i did not find to be even remotely nice once it touched my lips . one more strike and southern tier strikes out for me .,aroma,0.9,1
had this at edelweiss in fort worth . it arrived at the table a dark cola red brown with almost no head and very very lite lacing . there was almost no smell initially after some warming i started to notice some malty essences some molasses . pretty light taste wise .,aroma,0.4,0
very impressive head long lasting and rocky as it abates . nice spotty lace on the glass . light straw in color and crystal clear . this appears to have skunked . behind that this is a mostly malty smelling brew . the flavor is an improvement from the smell . it is mostly creamy light malt flavors . light on the hop the aftertaste is mostly sour . very good body for the style with an appropriate amount of carbonation . i wonder what this would be like fresh it has all of the makings of a wonderfully subtle and refreshing lager .,aroma,0.4,0
ozs . poured into my frozen paulaner glas . this hef pours a darker orange than it s brothers from munich . a . in foamy head builds as i pour swish pour swish pour my way through the last ozs . lots of cloves and bread in the nose but just as dominant is the smell of bier . perhaps a bit of citrus as well . the first few pulls are sublime with big mouthfeel and a wonderful orange citrus mid palate . each swallow leaves you wanting another quickly . i could absolutely pound this nectar . so good so satisfying so smooth . this beer barely tops paulaner for weissbier in my book . i generally take my hefe with lemon but this one is equally smooth and enjoyable without . the reason i like the refreshing taste of lemon is it cuts the spice cake cloviness typical of the bavarian hefs . the hp weisse is refreshing with or without fruit addition . i have enjoyed it with a wedge of orange as well .,aroma,0.6,1
very nice four finger head with some excellent lacing properties . clear light amber in color . beautiful fresh dry hop aroma . the malt is not hidden though with a pale malt aroma blending in with the floral hop resins . the taste is a little disappointing given the excellent start . there s a kool aid quality to the malt flavors sweet and fruity . the hop is extreme like a strong double ipa without the raised alcohol level . it is omnipresent from sip to swallow to aftertaste which goes on bitterly for at least a minute sort of like too hot wings . the body and carbonation are appropriate . unfortunately this one is too bitter to be on my regular drinking list of ipa s .,aroma,0.9,1
a deep rich clay red in colour almost burgundy hued like a thick brandy with a cream lace . pretty gorgeous . s caramel and fruityness blend with the faintest twinge of alcohol . t insistent caramel maltiness . raisiny sweetness with diacetyl slight trace of hops with some attendant spiciness especially in the aftertatse where the caramel subtly reasserts itself for a wonderful fusion of hops and malt . m heavy and chewy . d sweet and malty but fortunately not cloying . this will warm you well on a cold night in the hebrides or sojourning on iona . reallllyyyy alcoholic too . having been a medievalist in college i also totally dig the moniker thorfinn hausakluif skullsplitter hweat yo .,aroma,1.0,1
i dont think words can do justice to this legendary ale the dog as its known in newcastle is probably my favorite ale or alcoholic drink depending on my mood . the appearence is a lot like a murky pond which for beer in my opinion is always a good thing unless someone throws mud in your beer . . i didnt get much of a chance to smell it what with the pub being smoke filled and me being to concentrated on drinking it the taste . the taste is almighty . theres a very sweet taste to it slightly carmel . then theres a slightly dry malty aftertaste which is amazing . . it felt a little carbonated and intensely smooth to my mouth and as for drinkability well it goes down amazingly well . so well i cant remember how many pints i had this is a must for an ardent ale lover something everyone should try at least once .,aroma,0.7,1
sampled at the brewpub the beer comes out a slightly cloudy copper brown under a two finger off white head with lots of contour fading quite slowly and leaving great sheets of lace . the nose is very mild with just a hint of malt . the mouth is well carbonated and slightly sticky . the opening features nice spicey hops with good malt backing and a sharper note of an almost metallic nature . dry bitter emerges late but never overwhelms . there is a cherry note at the opening but that fades quickly . the aftertaste is slightly bitter . a smooth quaffable brew .,aroma,0.6,1
many years ago this was the beer that made me like beer . i grew up for lack of a better phrase in the burbs where crappy beer is king . at least it keeps telling us that . and because of that i thought i did n t like beer . then i tried smithwicks . the clouds parted the sky cracked open and st. patrick himself reached his arm through and tickled my tongue . i m pretty sure even made that tickle noise that people do to babies . anyway . this is a dark ale with a beautiful reddish hue . it actually looks a lot like a certain well known soft drink . smells and tastes very nutty . quite bitter but not too bitter . not the best beer i ve ever tried but a fine brew nonetheless . it will always hold a special place in my heart and i owe it thanks for setting me on the path to beer righteousness .,aroma,0.6,1
had to have this just based on the name alone . maiden fucking rules . too bad the beer does not . honey colored pour . very little head . what there is seems to last forever . the smell is straight on weed . no bones about it . i can not pick out one defined taste on this beer . it s a mess . pretty much cold and wet . yeah a sad phrase but this is awful . obviously past its prime .,aroma,0.7,1
bright copper to amber in color hazy but not terribly so . thin fizzy off white head that dissipates immediately . some lacing and some nice alcohol legs on the glass . aroma is some light malt some caramel raisin . quite subdued though . slight hints of spicy yeast . the flavor is deliciously spicy and yeasty . complex malt flavors of dark fruit some caramel . mildly sweet full bodied . abit flat it could have used a little more crispness i thought . the abv is practically undetectable just adding a nice warmth to the beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pours dark brown with a ton of eggshell colored head . lacing sticks to the edge of the glass so thickly i think i m going to have to sand it off the glass when i m finshed . smells slightly smokey with a hint of malt . not nearly the nose that i expected of such a big style . the taste is mostly of smokey malt with a hefty alcohol bight . it almost tastes like it burns the tongue when i tried a big gulp . almosts taste like i m chasing it with vodka . in my opinion it adds to the complexity but at the expense of drinkability .,aroma,0.6,1
received this beer as an extra from an awesome trader kmurry . thanks kevin . poured into tulip glass . appearance crimson almost brown colored body with a massive white to tanish colored head . the head dissapates down to about fingers worth of head with lacing sticking everywhere . smell i must say this beer just smells sooo fresh . citrus mostly grapefruit hints of orange peel and lemon berries reminds me of the sweet smell of triple berry jam pine resin and fresh wet hops . this really reminds me some of the highly rated ipa s including but not limited to pliny hopslam and double trouble . taste mild bitterness from the hops that is balanced to perfection by biscuity malts and slightly caramel sweet tasting malts . hops taste of pine grapefruit and sweet berries . surprisingly . the aftertaste from the hops is a very mild bitterness still tasting the grapefruit and pine . mouthfeel this beer is on the light end of a medium bodied brew . carbonation is moderate and its just right . overall wow . this beer is fantastic . what a great extra . this beer makes me understand what a hoppy american amber ale is all about . smells fantastic balance is near perfection and it very drinkable at avb . its a beer that is a great beer for a someone who needs wants an introduction to a tasty hoppy beer without destroying the tastebuds with bitterness but is also great for someone who has a more sophistocated palate . i really dig this brewery and want more of this beer and also want to try more of the other beers that this brewery currently brews . a must try .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer poured with a inch head and some cloudiness . also some bubbles from the bottom of the glass . at first the nose was lots of tart apple and or pears . after the drink sat for a bit the nose became mostly bananas and vanilla . taste is good with apples and tart citrus . the big discount to this beer is the lack of carbonation . i feel this beer should have some zing and carbonated bite . then i would give it much higher marks . still enjoyable and fresh .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a hazed amber tea color with a modest light tan head . the aromas are malty biscuity and fruity with light alcohol and hop notes . it smells awesome and makes my mouth water just anticipating the first taste . the taste has strong alcohol presence and fades into a citrus hopped smack right in the tasters . the light biscuity and malty taste in the background are nice to be able to detect but arent as noticeable as they could be or even perhaps should be . i feel like aging this could make these flavors more balanced so i will save back a couple bottles for this purpose . the mouthfeel is a nice medium body and unfortunately with the large alcohol presence the drinkability score wont be what i had hoped . this is still a very nice brew with lots of complexity yet its unbalanced flavors should come together very nicely with a little more time in the bottle . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance clear yellow with moderate to high carbonation smell very light smell faint corn malt taste slight sweet malt up front with soft drying hops on the finish flavor on the finish is decent for they style certainly not complex but also maybe slightly above alot of the competition mouthfeel highly carbonated and light bodied made for fast cold consumption drinkability certainly and incredibly drinkable beer it lacks in complexity as pretty much all of this style tend to but its better then alot of the others in this field its made for sessioning on a real hot summer night or day when your not trying to think much or spend much its a relative value considering about dollars less for then say miller coors bud and if not better certainly the equal not sure how it compares to the days of old but certainly and inoffensive beer that fits well for what it is,aroma,0.4,0
poured from oz bottle into pint glass . beer is deep orange with some foam and a thin head . decent lacing that fades to thin . aroma is similar to bourbon without the alcohol scent an oaky base on top of which are pine raspberry grapefruit and apple peel . so far so good . first sip brings moderate hops piny and slightly citrusy . not a whole lot of depth here the bittersweet bite fizzes out with the carbonation and leaves just a sensation of bitteness on the tongue . i had some brie on hand while drinking and it did n t enhance the experience much beyond bringing out a cayenne pepper aroma . the grapefruit and oak flavors in the nose come out in the taste as the beer warms and the beer gains some depth with caramel coming through . mouthfeel is thin and fizzy and the carbonation fades fast . the beer is easily drinkable . definitely a laid back brew that will go with just about anything . unexceptional though that can be a good thing if you re not looking to overwhelm your tastebuds .,aroma,0.7,1
a dark brown with yeast particles s could be the strongest smelling dark fruit belgian style beer ever . even if the glass is several feet away i can still smell it t booze prickle and dark ripe fruits . m good carbonation and semi thick . o i think the may have more smell of ripe fruits than the but personally i prefer the . the seems to have a little to much booze which takes away from the flavour of the beer . and the is no slouch at .,aroma,1.0,1
a less than hazy pour the color of straw small white fluffy head that disappeared quickly leaving slight lace . huge aromas . . citrus zest bubble gum sweet basil and a flowery open field . however the taste is a shadow of the wonderful aroma which is a disapointment only because it smelled so nice and i was excited for something special . still crisp and refreshing grassy adn earthy notes with some corriander . nice but i wanted more . palate is light and crisp just as it should be carbonation is decent but a bit harsh and could be softer . overall it is a nice beer from a solid brewer . i do wish the taste had more going on but a good effort and i enjoyed it very much with my meal .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance bright golden glass with excellent clarity . a thin but plucky head holds the edges and laces nicely . smell they put some hops in this a lot of them . pine key lime hop leaf loads of bitter hop oil hope there s a base to catch me . taste surprisingly earthy the hop leaf european hop profile was expecting a little more west coast . loads of juicy hop oil with a pretty bland cracker malt base . brings lots of flavor without going overboard . mouthfeel medium heavy body slightly foamy carbonation oily finish . overall a very flavorful texas beer just a little more english than american in taste like a english double ipa .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a dark amber with a dense cream colored head . the head fades to a thin layer of foam rather quickly . wonderful caramel butterscotch aroma with a delicate spiceness . the taste also has a bit of a butterscotch note with a hint of bitterness . a slightly sour aftertatse greets you rather quickly and lingers for a while at cooler temps but is mitigated a good bit as the beer warms . there s a good bit of malt here and decent bitterness but i do n t dig the aftertaste . mouthfeel is good but the drinkability suffers from that lingering aftertaste . not a bad beer but there are much better ales .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer smells incredible . a strong aroma of hops and malts immediately made itself known as soon as the bottle was cracked . gold color . slight haze . very thick frothy off white head . excellent lacing . smells most strongly of hops . spicy hops i want to say of the czech style . a little citrus as well . the alcohol is then probably next strongest . and then i would have to say the yeast is the next most apparent aroma . does sam have a proprietary yeast . because there is something about this beer that reminds me of minute . raisin and a little plum . and then even after all that the malts are still strong . very well composed . that is unlike any beer i have ever tasted . taste is sweet throughout though strongest upfront and give way more and more to the hop bitterness . the flavor profile much resemble the bouquet . only this is a very hot beer . and it finishes more like an ale . very soft . and wet . very hoppy . malty yeast flavor very apparent . very big in the mouth . soft carbonation . i guess things are bound to get crazy when you try to make an imperial pilsner and especially when sam is at the helm . this is a kick ass beer . though it just doesnt remind me of a lager .,aroma,1.0,1
reviewed in chalice a flat flat low head clear apple juice ice tea color very light s sweet oranges tangerine and pear . smells more like a barley wine . i like it but it s an odd bock not the bitterness i expected . t mildly hoppy with a sweet white wine warmness and maltiness . pleasant but ca n t find the characteristic bock hops or really any hop at all . . m modest alcohol warming . tiny fizzy tingling of champagne . d this is a nice pleasant winter warming style bock except it does n t taste like a bock or even look that much like one . but the flavor is nice . .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance thick red appearance with little head forming . smell smells absolutely delicious . . lots of fruit wheat and some toasty nuts . yumm for sure . taste burnt caramel a great deal of roastiness not as malty as other people have rated it . too bad this is my first brown ale but i have to say this is my favorite ale thus far . great for beginners . . drinkability would i get a six pack of this . certainly . would i get tired of this eventually . quite possibly.hopefully the brew sticks around cause its a good one .,aroma,1.0,1
this is one of those beers you always see and never get . i usually go with a more time tested hefe . but because of ubiquitous nature i knew i had to try it eventually . a orange and cloudy one inch white head . everything looks good . s oh no . wrong turn dirty water with a zest of citrus . t decent hefe flavors wheat citrus coriander but overall just weak . mf great mouthfeel extremely quaffable d despite weak aroma and flavors still fairly drinkable but i just do n t see myself ever ordering one,aroma,0.4,0
picked up a oz single at woodman s west in madison for . . poured into a pint glass and it immediately foamed so much that i had to stop pouring and wait for the head to subside . very rare . the bottle was chilled and settled so way too much head . after i finally emptied the bottle the color was very pleasant . orange and summery though not transparent . the smell was horrendous . easily the worst beer i ve ever smelled . smelled a lot like poop with very little wheaty or citrus smells . just disgusting . i ca n t imagine how a brewer achieves a fecal smell like this . the taste on the other hand was a bit more pleasant . it was nothing spectacular much like more common import wheat beers but it was quite good . it had the standard citrus spice flavors of the style and i enjoyed that . you can tell that this beer is inoffensive tasting because i gave my girlfriend a sip and she enjoyed it . she does n t usually drink beer . in my mouth it felt like a wheat beer carbonated properly and not thin . i think it lost a bit of carbonation due to the bad pour but i can infer that it was otherwise a nice mouthfeel . i do n t think i d purchase it again because it s a bit costly the smell is vile and there are better wheat beers . i am glad to have tried a bell s wheat project beer and i may try the the or the if i can find them in singles .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a cloudy deep brown with no head or lacing . s raisins and dark fruits with a mild white wine aroma . t quite sweet . plum yeast and moderate phenols . alcohol is well hidden and totally absent from the palate . m medium full bodied with moderate carbonation . nice and sticky . d a solid brew that disappeared too quickly . worth drinking again .,aroma,0.9,1
this is my first gueze hopefully it is a good experience a cloudy light orange color with a half finger of head in my oz . snifter s very funky smell with apples pears oranges and white grapes creating a nice complexity t totally caught me off guard i may not be ready for this yet . tart apples pears mouth puckering sourness . a bit of funky band aid in the aftertaste . i am not completely turned off by it but i just ca n t enjoy it either maybe in a few years i may try and re rate this if i become fond of the style m thin with a bit of a tart aftertaste d uh just could n t do it . those who like gueze s please read a different review those who are unsure should beware update i am starting to become fond of sour beers so i will be revisiting this one in the near future for a re rate,aroma,0.8,1
many thanks to raoulduke for the trade . poured from a bomber into a big curvy beer glass . a nice deep translucent orangey gold color starting with two fingers of big foamy head settling to a thin coating . lacing in strands around the glass exciting tiny fast bubbly action . beautiful hop smell floral grass the smell of spring basically . a little bit of bread cracker smell . very aromatic but not overwhelming a smooth even hop character . the lovely hop character is forward in the taste but again not overwhelming or destructive to the tastebuds . i have to say that the smell promises a little more than the flavor delivers but there s really no room to complain . there is a certain rich taste i ca n t quite put my finger on like a stinky cheese or something . the mouthfeel is active spicy from the hops jumpy from the bubbles . i m gon na finish the bomber but i can feel the moderately high abv creepin up on me already would say that ll have to do it . i like that this is a full ipa that does n t wreck my palate with some good good hops going on .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a gouden carolus d or chalice . pours a deep dark brown . . surprisingly dark . cocoa colored head with nice retention . pretty . interesting aroma . . not as deep as i was expecting . . a bit sharp in the nose with a wild yeasty scent . hops are certainly more prevalent than expected as well . nowhere near as malty as expected . so strange . . the aroma and the flavour do not match or meld at all in my opinion . the depth and maltiness that was nowhere to be found in the aroma are wonderfully prevalent in the flavour . sweet black cherries fig and toffee . very nice . big and thick with light carbonation . very solid mouthfeel. pretty much exactly what i want from this style . if i could n t already feel this brew going to my head i would n t believe a claim . there s no heat from the alcohol . no sign of it s might . be careful with this beauty . it ll sneak up on you . my first from this brewery . you can rest assured i will be trying more .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle poured into an oversized wine glass everything else is packed away at the moment a pours clear golden with hints of orange . big fluffy white head . leaves lacing down the glass . s it s been a while since i smelled a hop bomb . smells like sticking your nose in a freshly opened bag of hop pellets . big resinous pine with background notes of grapefruit . t malt structure serves sole purpose of making bitterness palatable . not balanced not intended to be . m medium body and medium carbonation . d drinkability is a silly rating characteristic but for what its worth after a stressful day this is exactly what i needed .,aroma,1.0,1
the first treasure to be opened from my birthday spoils . sent to me by jamnescameron . in all fairness i can buy this locally but ive never reviewed it so i was glad to pull it from the box . a this one isnt ashamed to throw up a big dark tan head . lacing is at a minimum however . typical black body . s the smell is strong . its one of those beers that can be smelled half way across the room . there will be no fooling the officers at the check point on your way home from having a glass of this . it has a milky chocolatey smell with a touch of roast and grain . its appealing and quintessentially stout . t the flavor is lacking some things here and there and in a world dominated by imperial stouts that body slam the taste buds there really isnt any forgiveness . the creamy milk chocolate carries over from the smell but thats really about the whole story . the . is well hidden but i wouldnt mind a warming glass of beer right about now . m medium body with very low carbonation . d this beer will easily get lost in the sea of imperial stouts that can be found .,aroma,0.8,1
special thanks to jetsbeer for this bottle . best before date a pours a dark cloudy copper with a big fluffy head . good sustain and lots of lacing . s aromas of raisins red wine and a touch of alcohol . smaller smell than expected . t big complex taste that saturates the mouth . spicy with flavors of plums and currants and a warm alcoholic heat . m full bodied and heavy . for a belgian the carbonation in this is quite moderate a trait that pleases me . d no doubt about it this is a wonderful beer . a bit lacking in aroma but the complexities of the flavor make up for it . i probably wo n t get out of my way to get this beer again but if the opportunity is there i l gladly take it .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at the eclipse release party . pours black reddish brown head to this one better than the other varieties i thought . smell was unremarkable not necessarily the biggest fan of roses bourbon . good taste as expected bourbon oak good roast feel . very similar to the ew version . charred feel to the beer . tiny amount of vanilla . creamy very easy to drink not an alcohol bomb by any means . goes with coffee chocolates that they had out for sampling . dark chocolate comes out more and more the longer you sip on it .,aroma,0.6,1
from a bottle pours a rather cloudy reddish yellow color with small quickly dissipating head . average carbonation . smells super sweet with cherries and raspberry notes . first sip is just awful like fermented smuckers . avoid this one . just not worth your time .,aroma,0.7,1
hazy dark amber orangey appearance thin white head poured at taco mac . given the huge ingredient list there was n t much smell to it . a bit of sweet grains but the nose was weak enough that i could n t discern much else . still i ve been impressed by the taste of many beers that are weak in the nose and this one s no exception . pick a flavor and take a sip you ll probably find it in this beer . sweet grains are the most apparent characteristic . caramel and vanilla as well . fresh bread and biscuits . hops are there but take a backseat adding light floral and citrus flavors and a bit of bitterness . definitely some woody notes as well . as the malt sweetness recedes bits of spice and fruit become more apparent . alcohol flavor is well attenuated by all the other stuff in this beer . certainly a strong ale but not a boozy one . mouthfeel was about medium or a bit heavier . there s a nice bready fullness to it . loiters on the tongue for a while but is n t too sticky . very nicely done . it s obvious that there s tons of stuff in this beer . picking out individual ingredients by taste might be tough because it all rolls together but i really enjoyed it in the way that the whole is more than the sum of the parts . the beer actually ends fairly cleanly for all the flavors it has in the middle i grinned through the last drop and wanted another right away .,aroma,0.6,1
pours into the glass with a deep amber gold body topped by a medium thick head with a good amount of lacing left behind . the aroma is sweet and fruity citrus . the flavor is bitter and hoppy throughout with a hint of sweetness . medium bodied and dry .,aroma,0.8,1
pour an effervescent straw color with a sliver of cream colored head . zero head retention lacing s grassyness floral hops t follows the nose light breadyness some mineral flinty hop notes as well up front . some pear notes dryness grassyness plus some some very watery apple notes . finishes watery with grassy notes mf light bodied medium carbonation that become prickly as it warms drinks okay hard to believe moylan s makes such a mediocre beer . avoid this rubbish,aroma,0.7,1
pours an opaque black with a small tan heads that recedes into a small wisp leaving lacing down the glass . smells of coffee and also some sweet chocolate . taste is of bitter roasted coffee with a hint of chocolate . a bit less complex than i was expecting . mouthfeel is a closer to medium than thick . good beer but not as good as the ratings for me . maybe my palate is spoiled by a constant supply of founders stouts . i d rather have a fbs when in a coffee stout mood .,aroma,0.9,1
pours dark but by no means black nothing special here . smells of apples seriously . i smell again to make sure . yep apples . does n t taste very porter like which is fine by me because i do n t usually like porters . not much in the way of roastiness or really any flavor you would expect of a beer this dark . just . wait for it . apples . and bourbon . strange but i rather like it . the mouthfeel is rather thin . if i was drinking this blindfolded i would n t guess that it s as dark as it is . then i would probably accidentaly knock it over spilling it and making myself smell like apples for the rest of the night but i suppose that s not important . overall apples perhaps this keg is infected or something . i like it i think .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into sa perfect pint special thanks to regspeir for this one . a pour light hazy light amber . half inch white head quickly dissipates to faint ring which glues itself to the inside of the glass . s this beer smells great typical ipa smells pine mandarin pineapple grapefruit . but also has smells i ve never known in ipa s so far peach strawberry grape juice . t maltier than i like i know it says so on the can that it has a good malt backing hops are still good and bitter though the tropical fruits are a little hidden but still ovbious . m carbonation is balanced but gives off the slightest bite on the tongue feels a little on the watery side not my favorite ipa but i can definitely see what they were going for . solid effort but probably wo n t be searching for again .,aroma,1.0,1
one of the blackest pours that i ve ever seen with a small cocoa colored head . ok retention fancy lacings . big chocolate smell . sweet malts and molasses lend to a chocolate bar wrapper aroma . some hints of vanilla as well . the flavor is not as sweet as the aroma would suggest . bitter chocolate cocoa and coffee balance with earthy oatmeal slight dough flavors . there is a pronounced bitter finish but not overly flavorful . the taste somewhat more bland than i imagined . much better at room temperature but still somewhat watered down tasting . moderate carbonation what i might expect from an ale . not creamy in the least . i went back to the bottle to look for a freshness date but none was to be found . i have to wonder if this is either stale or light damaged . i honestly could not finish the entire bottle as it simply was not appealing to me in the least . i m going to try a another bottle from a different state and re review if there is a significant difference . otherwise i m very unimpressed by this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
glazeman thanks . a typical barleywine . thick looking dirty red copper brown with a thin film for a head that resolves to a few bubbles that line the walls of my glass . looks good but nothing special . s bourbon bourbon bourbon buttery toffee roasted cashews malted vanilla milkshake tiny amount of hops pecan pie and harsh booze . this is the best smelling barleywine this nose has ever smelled . perfect . t harsh and boozy but delicious . caramelized sugar up front with tons of bourbon . some bitter hops in the middle and some dark roastiness as well . just a hint of dark fruits and a ton of bourbon in the finish . best barleywine i ve ever tasted . m a bit too bubbly for such a rich bourbon bomb . d this is an incredible beer but it has a ton of booze and a ton of heat . but honestly despite the heat it is good enough that i could seriously drink it all night long . this beer blew me away . by far the best barleywine i ve ever had and also one of the best beers in general that i ve had as well . i ve wanted this one for a while and it surely did not disappoint,aroma,1.0,1
a a nice gold but a head that falls flat as soon as the pour is done . s i love the smell the faint raspberry aroma is delicious . t the taste is okay weak raspberry flavor give way to a bland wheat taste . m light carbonation something not quite right though . d as with the apricot from these guys . nice change of pace for the hot months but nothing i would have more than one of .,aroma,0.9,1
i m not an experienced drinker of smoked porters so i have little basis for comparison . i like the look of the beer . nice and dark with a decent head . the aroma was subtle and i tried to pick up the smokiness but really could n t . mostly it smelled like a pale ale just not as hoppy and citrusy.the beer has a nice velvety mouthfeel but was a lot crisper than i thought it would be . i expected either chocolatey or bitter or both . i was a little disappointed in the amount of smoke in the taste after all this was my first experience with a smoked beer . it was there but very faint and in the background . i should say that i m a huge stone fan so i hold their beers up to a very very high standard . this beer was good but not as rich and smokey as i would have liked . i drank it cold right out of the fridge and perhaps too cold . i think i ll try it again when the weather gets brutally cold and i ll let the beer warm up to closer to room temperature,aroma,0.6,1
wow i was not ready for that . what a taste and it just keeps coming . after my first taste this beer would not quit . flavor after flavor . i am not a fan of this brewer but this is a home run . if you like malty beer with a great finish this one is for you . had it on tap at the brewers plate and found this late but even with my buds worn out this beer stood out and shouted for attention . many missed this beer but i did my part to turn on as many as i could . the question now is will they bottle this beast . later .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance a nice golden pour a faint trace of orange in there . a bit of head above just enough to sustain a collar but not enough to lace . aroma barely a scent at all here . standard grain nothing more . taste good grain opening a touch sweet and robust . the hops are light and citrusy background pine and grapefruit that balance and flavor very well . the swallow is a little more bitter and dry but still not overworking the palate . mouthfeel medium light body carbonation is slightly crisp . drinkability a slow start but this ended up being a fine session beer from the great state of texas .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into duvel tulip reviewed on iphone . this is a hazy golden with fingers of cottony white head . giant floating yeast particles . looks pretty good . smell reminds me of apple cinnamon oatmeal . there is a hard apple cider note on top of wheat and oat notes . those all translate to taste but the sweetness comes across more . nice refreshing flavor and finish . the mouthfeel is light and airy . very smooth and easy drinking . this beer is surprisingly good for a fruit beer .,aroma,1.0,1
have n t reviewed an ipa in a while . a perfectly clear fresh honey golden color . the head is a bit sudsy . laces a bit kind of sparse . s wow . piney citrus . loads of hop aroma . t the flavor is sweeter than i expected . with the nose i expected a haymaker of hop bitterness but it was actually fairly subtle to me . the hop flavor is more citric than anything . m medium bodied nice feel . d although it s a little sweeter than i prefer for the style i certainly would n t refuse two or three .,aroma,1.0,1
a a light golden amber appearance with an initially respectable white head that fell quickly to a thin layer of bubbles and left almost no lacing . respectable appearance for an amber lager . s this is pretty bad . i was n t expecting much from yuengling but certainly more than this . it has an unpleasant pungent odor of grainy corn malts some barely faint sweetness and skunk . this is quite unpleasant and i m reluctant to take a sip . t m it s quite thin but actually not bad . there is no pungent bitterness or skunk to speak of in the taste here some interesting sweetness that tries to be caramel like but does n t quite get there mixed in with some corn malts . the taste is n t offensive but is n t good either . the body is light with lots of carbonation and almost no sustenance throughout a very watery feel . d it s very easy to put down because the flavor is n t offensive and the body is so light and watery . still the smell is so off putting that i found it quite difficult to actually take that first sip . once i did get that first gulp down however things improved a little bit . yuengling lager would be a good choice for an inexpensive sessionable beer for camping or a sporting event .,aroma,0.4,0
i was talking with the guys in rsvp in portland and they highly recommended this one for hop freaks like myself . i love mikeller s brews but i am always slightly hesitant as a result of the price tags . apparently scandanavia taxes beer based on the beer s abv so a beer ends up well pretty darn pricey . ah what the heck . . i m worth it right . . so this beer is a joint project with the guys from brew dog in aberdeen scotland . this is a must try . a scottish scandanavian american ipa . pouring this hop bazooka from the bottle one quickly appreciates the escape of the volatile citrus pine hop aromas . soft lacy head and dark copper in color . it has been awhile since i ve smelled hops this strong with the beer simply resting in the glass . big time citrus and pepper notes . very very smooth tasting . soft full body and the alcohol is surprisingly hidden beneath the malt and . oh did i happen to mention . . hops . i really need to be careful because this is going down so fast and easy for a beer . if you are a hophead and thinking of splurging bucks on a bottle of beer i highly suggest you find a bottle of i beat you . it is a great special treat if you love big ipas . i would n t cellar this one as i would be afraid those great hop aromas might disappear .,aroma,1.0,1
got this from the brewery served in a pint glass . a pours a dark brown almost black but not into the abyss . nice off white head resonates and adds a decent lacing as its enjoyed . s the nose on this beer isnt in the open there is some roast and a faint smell of vanilla but its very faint . always waiting for more but never built up to anything . t rich dark malt that i have come as the standard from stone smoked porter and then suddenly you get that mild hint of vanilla . and the vanilla adds just a very mild and simple sweetness . flavor makes up for the smell dramatically . m very balanced nothing overly thick or thin right in the middle . o do i like this more than the standard sp maybe just the addition of the vanilla makes it a little more complex and adds something really nice . would be nice if they bourbon barrel aged this version and then bottles it and added it to the ml series .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pretty standard . modest off white head . fairly clear . golden almost brownish color in the glass . smell this is where like many dipas the beer shines . there is the grapefruit a little pineapple scents . the typical west coast citric hops . there is something different and special . i do n t think it s for everyone but to me it gives this tons of character . it s got the scent of bo . this is n t some fat dude s asscrack at the gym . this is the smell of your lover after a good lay . it s not the smell of sex but the familiar and a familiar and sensuous bo . taste more or less the smell but as with most dipas it does n t transfer as big to the taste . delicious anyways . mouthfeel a pinch thin an pinch try but overall nothing to really complain about . drinkability if it was n t this could easily be a session beer for me . at i can still have in an evening and enjoy myself .,aroma,1.0,1
tall boy wide mouth craft cans . love it . packaging includes the typically cryptic but endearing message from sixpoint . there are references to ginger spice pumpkin and fresh wet hops . packaging says best before march . there is an airy head with great lacing . the beer is very cloudy and the color is along the lines of pumpkin pie . nose starts with a punch of hops but the spice is there lingering in the background . similarly the taste starts off as a harvest ale then it goes to the autumnal spices then i get a sudden weird astringent harshness and the pumpkin shows up at the very end . there is an earthiness to this beer throughout . i ve liked all the new stuff from sixpoint but this one comes off as perhaps a bit too complicated . it s an intriguing and ambitious combo of fall flavors but the finish is pretty rough . i ll drink the other three cans but i ll be a little disappointed .,aroma,0.9,1
i ve sampled this amber colored lager from both tap and bottle now and feel that its carbonation can be slightly overwhelming at first but then overcome by a good medium body . but perhaps i ve been drinking too much ipa lately to truly judge my recent first sips of this from tap . it was difficult to detect anything revelatory on my initial smell and mouthfeel but i was impressed with its good drinkability and uncharacteristic load of hops . this is a very refreshing lager and my preferred choice over most .,aroma,0.4,0
wow i used to really like this beer before ab took over but this is horrible . i sampled it once after the takeover and did n t detect much of a difference but after deciding to try it again i am severely disappointed . it tastes super skunked and this smell is absolutly horrible . i will not purchase this beer again i ll say good bye to an old friend that ab killed and thank all things holy that pbr is still available .,aroma,0.2,0
i must admit this disappointed me . admittedly i expected a lot but i was left unimpressed . a dark reddish with a light pink to orange head . s fruity and sweet and alcoholic . very different than a raspberry lambic . t the alcohol punches through the other flavors . you can definitely taste the raspberry and malty flavors but the alcohol is pervasive . m maybe the best part of this beer it feels great . smooth and bubbly and goes down nicely . d could n t drink more than one glass . glad i was sharing the .,aroma,0.8,1
a awesome pour . dark dark dark brown body with a very active medium brown head standing at about an inch and a half . there seems to be some significant carbonation too . s caramel and a slight coffee aroma . t there s a chocolate flavor accompanied by a caramel taste . the ending and the finish offer a nice bitterness of hops that leaves my palette asking for more . i like it . m the feel is watery which is not at all what i was expecting . the watery feel allows it to flow fairly easy . this is a good beer . one that s certainly worth the . i paid for the ounce bomber . dan s liquor in plover wisconsin is the joint where i picked up this carbon .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle sampled from a guinness glass . pours with amber clear colour with no significant head retention . there is a malty sour mash nose with almost metallic notes . the taste comes on slow with the m attack malt sour mash and hints of maple . developing into roasted malt with a slight astringency and a smooth and slightly creamy mouthfeel . the aftertaste is again in the sour malt mash vein which is quite nice for a while but evolves into bitterness after not too long . overall its not bad and has reasonable drinkability but sadly enough i wouldnt put it much above something like kokanee gold . i suppose this ones just not for me .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle no freshness date poured into flute glass . pours a clear pee yellow as to be expected with a foamy fake looking white head that dissiaptes into a ring in about a minute minimal lacing . smell is not much sort of bland with a bit of skunk to it small hints of malt and grains here and there . taste is pretty average grains and malt are there but are not very active on the tongue they sort of stand around and do n t do anything cooked vegetable aftertaste that lingers for a little while on the back of the tongue light bodied and not much carbonation . i have to say i was a bit disapointed by this one from ayinger as i normally enjoy their offerings but as a helles its not too bad i m just not that big a fan of this particular one .,aroma,0.4,0
got this poured into a pint glass off tap from yardhouse in kansas city ks . had a very small amount of head that was light tan to white . the color is bright orange to a light copper in color with a little visible carbonation and clear to see through . the smell is hard to recognize at first light hops and a bit of a bready taste . it s has a very strong fruity and complex spiced flavor to it . the taste followes right along with the smell but i get a bit more of the fruit . the mouthfeel and drinkability are pretty great . a little think on the mouth feel but a great drinkability . my first from rogue but not my last . a good choice .,aroma,0.6,1
this pours a pale clear yellow with a medium white head . very pale and watery looking making this not very attractive . the smell is only a hint of vegatables corn and nothing else . it was so weak it s almost nonexistant . the taste is weak and watery with veggies corn and sweet malt . really their s not much to talk about . the m f is light and the weak flavors mix ok . this is what it is . a beer that should be served ice cold to hide it s imperfections .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a pitch black with about a finger and a half of the darkest brown head that i have ever seen . the head darker than most brown ales . impressive . it does recede quickly without lacing however . s the deepest richest coffee smell i ve gotten from any beer . lots of other coffee stouts have this stong of a smell but none that i can remember have such a deep roasty smell its hard to describe since i am not a coffee drinker . definite maybe even trumps the nose on peche mortel t very similar to founders breakfast stout but without the bitter bite . very tasty . there is n t much there other than the coffee it s a mild blend with the slightest touch of creaminess . i actually wish i would have poured this a little colder than i did because it would be interesting to see how this progresses as it warms up . it was already up to probably degrees when i started the pour m medium bodied with a bit of creaminess and moderate levels of carbonation d probably would n t want more than one due to the richness of the coffee flavor . but it is a great one and done beer .,aroma,1.0,1
pours amber with a slight brown head but it goes away quick . smells great a slight fruit smell to it maybe . tastes good but its drinkability is really awesome for as it is . the alcohol is there but it does n t attack you like some other higher abv beers do . mouthfeel is good does n t feel too thick but not to thin either . one of the few stronger beers that i could see myself drinking more than just at dinner .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a growler filled at the brewery a huge thanks to euel for sharing this . beer does n t get much fresher than that . a clear orange golden color liquid with a tight white head which stuck around for a long time and left good lacing . a nice but fairly typical looking ipa . now for a sniff . and we have a beauty . the aromas coming from the glass make you want to dab some behind your ears and wear out to a fancy restaurant . it s that good . plenty of citrus fruits and pine along with some other fruitiness maybe strawberry and mango make this an alluring smelling gem . the tastebuds are greeted with the expected large dose of hop bitterness but balanced nicely by a little bit of sweet malts . a bit of pepper as well . only the slightest hint of alcohol present . mouthfeel was slick with a medium thick body . very smooth and slippery along with just the right amount of carbonation to give it a lively feel on the tongue . anyone who enjoys ipas owe this one a try . certainly right up there among the better ones in this style .,aroma,1.0,1
i m not tremendously experienced with weizenbocks but i ve to meet one i did n t like which includes this one . this beer has a strange appearance and some unexpected flavors but i thought it to be quite enjoyable . appearance was a murky brown with lots of haze and only a little bit of soapy head . aroma was very clovey and a bit fruity but with more there that i could n t identify . flavor was more cloviness with a bit of bubble gum flavor ethyl hexanoate . and some metallic copper flavor at the end . mouthfeel was unremarkable . i thought this beer to be quite appropriate for winter yet still very drinkable . i d have this again but i ve had beers i ve enjoyed more from this brewery . i had this on tap at rrbc with some stuffed pretzels .,aroma,0.8,1
maroon with an off white head that fades quickly . nothing of note on the nose maybe a bit of burnt caramel or it could have been the glass it was weak either way . it s a very normal beer perhaps someone else can taste all the advertised complexities but i could n t . it is sour all across the tongue and leaves a slight bitter aftertaste slightly acidic feel drinkable . unremarkable overall but nothing offensive by any means .,aroma,0.4,0
a served in a oz . glass at bar at bahama breeze . red amber color with finger head dissipates in seconds s mild red ale t mild hoppiness muffled with some barley good balanced red . m moderate good . d good . i could have of these and if i did n t plan on driving hours from now i would . i was impressed by this beer when i first had it at bahama breeze a few years ago . i returned tonight and decided to review it directly for ba . i was not as impressed tonight as i recall being before . despite this it is certainly my favorite offering from anheuser busch .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from that ml brown uber stubbie bottle no freshness date to be found . a quick fizzle of head that disappears almost sooner than it appeared it almost looks like i poured a glass of dr. pepper . mahogany toned body it gets that cherry red cola appearance when held up to the light . right off the start i pick up dried date and fig aromas on the nose while a sort of sweet malty molasses shows up after that and then notes of black current as well . curious . i m not sure if the flavour has decided upon where it wants to stand i have the dried fruit toasted malt and molasses kind of thrown at me all at once . however it s not a very strong throw it falls a bit short due to the watery mouthfeel which also affects the strength of the flavour as well which is rather weak . no sir i m not impressed with this at all . however to end on a positive note how about cheers for uber stubbies .,aroma,0.7,1
the bottle features some of the nicest artwork and color schemes on a bottle turqouise blue background and lettering with a golden hand drawn monk and hops . from the dark brown bottle the beer pours thickly producing a cm head that s light brown in color . the foam bubbles down after a few minutes leaving a thin ring and a few small islands of bubbles in the glass . minimal lacing . the body is dark brown or mahogany in color reddish highlights semi hazy with carbonation percolating along the sides of the glass . this beer is faintly ripe with doppelbock scents of caramel mixed dark and roasted malt heated figs and an end hint of port wine . i also pick up the lightest hint of black pepper . smell is the weak point of maximator but only because all its components are so weakly displayed . taste is expectedly full of rich dark malt sweetness some hazlenut figs and prunes dry sour cherries a bit of alcohol when warm and a slight tinge of spicy hops in the aftertaste . this is definitely a doppelbock on the sweeter end of the spectrum and i suspect that is why several do not enjoy it . full bodied slightly syrupy with moderate carbonation that helps temper the body and move the beer while in the mouth . finish is semi dry which when combined with the aroma and taste makes taking another sip almost essential . this is a quality doppelbock that hits nearly all the right notes . definitely worth seeking out and should be considered one of the avatars of the sweet doppel style .,aroma,0.6,1
pours black with slight ruby highlights and a sturdy tan head with impressive retention . light aromas of oak barrel sweet malts raisons and a tad bitter sweet chocolate . earthy overtones cover some of the sweetness found in the nose . dry bitter hop spice plays of the balance early on with burnt barley chary malt making up the backbone . some tart astringent in the back is stout like and could be the port speaking although there is no apparent sweet ruby port characters detectable . medium carbonation leaves a big froth on an otherwise descent mouthfeel . overall very reserved in the flavor department i think ohanlons could have made something much bigger out of this . i ve been enjoying the stout and ruby port mix a.k.a velvet pussy for some time now and imo a quality oz stout with a oz pour of quality port works better than ohanlons concoction . s,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle colorfull yellow on purple lable with absoluely no information about the beer other than dark and real beer . it poured a nice tawny brown not very dark for a porter w specks of lace after collapse . aroma of burnt toffee more like a brown ale to me . solid porter flavors tho of chocolate malt and coffee w a slightly thin medium body . very tasty hop flavor mixes well with the roasty chewy grains . lingering hop and dark malt flavors stick with you long after you swallow . real beer . no yeast trub in this bottle . a good brown porter .,aroma,0.6,1
a deep transparent brown with some red around the edges . a one finger tan head hangs around for a bit before receding to just a tiny ring around the edge of the glass with a tiny thin film on top . the lacing is clumpy and very light . s i smell bourbon but it more reminds me of wood from a bourbon barrel . some caramel roast bread . that s about it not very exciting . t i kind of wish they went balls deep here and aged all of this brown in bourbon not just a portion . while the bourbon has some wood vanilla and butterscotch it s very mild and muted . even though i m just getting a small taste of the bourbon it is tasty . thank god the background flavors are able to fill in the gaps with lots of caramel nuts bread and butterscotch . m refreshing creamy has a small carbonation pop in the end . overall very nice . d this is a very enjoyable beer but i feel a little shortchanged because i want more bourbon . i do n t know anyone who wants to play just the tip hint of bourbon do you . give me some more damn bourbon . that said these are easy to drink tasty and quite affordable will buy again .,aroma,0.6,1
something on the bottle says . poured into my trusty tulip glass . nice white head on this one with a slightly hazy copper colored body . i like the way this one looks . the smell is very nice . lots of tropical fruit flavor on this one and sweet candy . yum . no wall of hops here but the bitterness is solid in the start . the finish gives a little sweetness . i m thinking orange tic tacsesque . not bad . i could use a little more carbonation on this one and i imagine this could be an extraordinary brew when fresh .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a tulip . clear golden amber . moderate head with good retention and decent lace . aroma is big citrus sweet fruit tropical and juicy . massive hop punch . taste is big and bitter . resinous almost sticky with good body . however there was a bit of harshness in the back of the finish .,aroma,0.9,1
presentation ml brown bottle . no freshness date . appearance first off this beer is highly over carbonated . it s so fizzy that a small oz pour creates enough head to fill up a oz glass . the foamy head is very light meringue like and takes forever to settle . the beer itself is a cloudy hazy copper amber with brown hues . obviously a bottle conditioned ale and potentially an off one . smell a zesty cidery musty medicinal nose with some fruity pear like aromas . taste many odd flavours here . the beer starts off with some serious carbonation fizz then goes musty then extremely medicinal . band aid flavours are all over this beer . this is where i dump the beer down the sink . notes a horrible ale without a doubt off . i was n t going to review it but i think it s important to document beers like this as an indicator of potential quality issues . be safe and stay clear of this one .,aroma,0.7,1
pours out a slightly hazy golden color with a finger of white head that settles off quickly . not much lacing looks nicely carbonated . smell is a blend of vegetable hops i do n t remember amarillo smelling like this musty basement . cabbage like pungent hop smell is a bit off putting . dry hopping is n t agreeable here for me in the smell . taste is a whole different story . a really nicely tart lemon baryard puckering sour meshing well with a slight hop bitterness . do n t get any of the vegetable hops in the flavor . crisp and slightly puckering . mouthfeel is average to light for a sour with moderate to high carbonation . mouthfeel is dialed in real well . really great sour i could drink all night . slightly lower than perfect marks for slightly off putting smell .,aroma,0.6,1
presentation pint oz bottle with a wicked looking font poured into a mug . appearance clear orange amber with a frothy white head that disippates to a ring of lace . aroma has the smell of caramel light chocolate and malt and some light hops but the highlight is the smoke . it s not as strong as i was expecting . in fact it blends very nicely with the malt to produce a very nice flavor . it was a bit odd at the very first but by the end of the first sip i was ready for more . has a very nice smooth mouthfeel . notes at the time of this review it was my first rauchbier . i did n t know what to expect but i ended up really enjoying this beer . i m looking forward to more . this also paired very nicely with homemade smoked barbeque ribs .,aroma,1.0,1
medium dark brown pour turns near black in the glass but not black . light held to the glass is ep ruby red . a small head with lacking retention and stability . light roasted notes with some vanilla and caramel sweetness . not a lot going on here . this stout is very sweetness dominate . caramel is a dominate flavor with some roasted barely and a bit of a hop touch as well . this beer does a wonderful job balancing things with the roasted and hop bitterness . i think all stouts being out some coffee and chocolate flavors but this one doesnt bring out any noticeable amount of either . thick and chewy with wonderful carbonation and a good body . a true oatmeal stout and very well done . i really have liked what schlafly has done with their stouts outside of their barrel aged one . i have to say i need to buy more of their brews if theyre going to keep doing such great work .,aroma,0.4,0
pours very deep black color with a huge tan head . aroma is a staggering fresh really rich chocolate . taste is pretty sweet . contains very roasted chocolate creamy milk a bit of black cherry and a hint of smoke . mouth is creamy and a bit foamy . but great for the style . it s a bit thin but since it does n t deter the flavor content this only helps the drinkability . extremely drinkable . very surprising since i thought i might tire from the strong flavors . that just did n t happen . it was n t too sweet i m not a fan of sweets and although quite obviously chocolately not overwhelmingly so . very well balanced .,aroma,1.0,1
app head is thick chunky and clings to the side of the glass exceptionally well . color is dark brown amber . smell by far the most enjoyable aspect of this beer . the smell is incredibly complex with a strong prune backbone and hints of everything from lemon to chocolate . hops barely come through at all . taste follows the smell closely . lots of thick prune malt . flash of chocolate at the end . hops are present more in the puckering aftertaste . alcohol is warming in both the mouth and the stomach . aftertaste is bitter and dry . mouthfeel and drinkability very thick and smooth . slight pleasant burning from the alcohol . drinkability is average for the style . i like smelling it more than drinking it .,aroma,1.0,1
poured in a pilsner glass appearance brilliant gold with a thin white head that sparkles with champagne like bubles in a cascade . smell notes of citrus and rice what one would expect . taste the rice makes the clean citrusy flavor pop on your tongue . it may not be terribly complex but it is clean crisp and very refreshing like a fine albarino . the hops make a nice appearance in the aftertaste but not enough to be to bitter . mouthfeel the carbonation makes it bubble like champagne in your mouth . pervasive and fully coating your mouth . drinkability a spectacular beer for spicy food and a no brainer pairing for asian flavors . i could down a six pack easily . i do n t know why people feel the need to hate on a perfectly tasty and drinkable beer . just because it s easy going does n t make it bad . if your looking for a good beer to take away the heat from a spicy dish . or just something new try sapporo .,aroma,0.6,1
served into a snifter appearance dark dark brown almost black . head fizzles out quickly leaving a pearl ring around the glass and some puddles in the center . looks thick as it pours almost syrupy . smell lacking this sense i still detect the strong scents of chocolate and maybe even an amaretto type smell taste wow . the chocolate taste overwhelms this beer . even after the sip is long since gone i can still taste it on my lips . the aftertaste leaves the carbonation bubbling in my mouth which dissipates into a slightly spicey sensation . mouthfeel not quite as syrupy as i expected but still quite sweet and thick . drinkability if not for the lightheadedness i would be quite dubious that there is even any alcohol in this beer . it is amazingly crisp and smooth despite the high alcohol content . i dont think ive ever had a beer mask its alcohol so well . i almost think this beer is more of a cream stout than a russian imperial . whatever it is it s delicious . i think next time i want to pair it with some dark chocolate and see what happens .,aroma,1.0,1
draft served in pint glass . . . a served with a pure white fizzy head with short retention . now a sudsy film and bubbly collar . the body is a cloudy light yellow . golden straw colored . absolutely no lacing . the head and any would be lace slides clean off the glass . s the aroma is fantastic . natural lemon scent and orange zest mostly lemon . chock full of cooked ginger and other spices . pepper lemongrass and light candi sugars . there is a very mild barnyard funk . t exactly what you would expect given the nose . only marginally less impressive probably because the intensity of flavors while great is slightly tiresome towards the end of the pint . m mouthfeel is thin and light . thin in an offputting way . very fine carbonation . crisp sharp flavors refreshing . tart . short lived flavor duration . d very consumable especially in the right environment . the drinkability score was brought down once i experienced slight flavor fatigue .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle into pint glass . pours a pitch brown color no light coming through except on the edges where it s a dark amaretto color . less than one finger off white head . nose is sweet vanilla y buttery slightly oaky and roasty . vanilla is very prominent here . not sure if diacetyl is responsible for butteriness . we shall see . taste is sour . did not expect this from the nose . does not seem to be intentional . sourness combined with butteriness likely diacetyl takes this potentially great beer down a few notches . what is meant to be a holiday stout ends up being a sour and possibly infected beer . pretty disappointed .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance amber leather brown in color clear and light with a very volatile fizzy head with very poor retention . smell delicate and balanced with a distinct but far from overpowering top note of maple matched quite nicely to a fruity base offering suggestions of cherries cola cream soda and caramel . hops lend a vague somewhat leafy spice . taste the hops are noticeable first countered by a shove of honey sweetness it s got a nice character overall executing a careful balancing act between residual maple sugars and hop zest . it s tasty but the maple flavor is lost undetectable and there are no other real nuances to speak of . it tastes a bit like mead with a handful of fuggles or nuggets tossed in . the label says it uses cascades but you d never know from tasting it . mouthfeel soft and dry a bit thin . drinkability this is basically an average esb and that s all it is . the smell of the maple is nice but it is n t enough to make this stand out . easy drinkin but nothing special . bad with cheese .,aroma,0.8,1
a transparent straw colored with a minimal fizzy white head steady small amounts of carbonation s metallic and yeasty with a slight bubblgum banana type aroma similar to a hefe t sweeter than i expected the bubblegum banana characteristics make it quite sweet with a yeasty bready foundation much better than i thought it would be from the aroma gets better as it warms m d highly carbonated lively on the tongue but an easy session beer,aroma,0.4,0
got this from my beer club and found out it s near impossible to find in america up till very recently. my club got this from the overstock of michael jackson s beer club warehouse . took me a solid ten minutes to get this thing open the cork would not budge . i resorted to using a vise grip to get it open and even then it was difficult . not a good start . pours a heavy dark brown with a nice thick mahogany head that leaves strong lacing all around . smells of roasted barley cocoa and fresh espresso . a great chocolate front end with a obvious nod to heavily roasted barley and a strong overall bitter mesquite flavor . great notes that finish with an almost spicy malt flavor that lingers . what s surprising is how refreshing this is and how well this could work as a session beer if one felt like working through a few glasses of something this intensely smokey . the mouthfeel here is great with a soft rolling of flavors and a perfect level of spark from the carbonation . a solid brew all around if i could find another bottle of this i ll definitely be down for another trip through the murk .,aroma,0.6,1
vertical tasting of and vintage with ksullnh . enjoyed both in a pint glass . has a sticker label and the has an enameled one . this is one hoppy beer . well deserving of the gold for double ipa at the gabf . a cloudy appearance with little head after a light pour tried to keep sediment in bottle amber colored amber color cloudy appearance also after a light pour . a very thin ring of lace . s hops . fresh floral with lemon and maybe apples . cascade hops . i could smell it from feet away . does n t smell as hoppy as at first . bready is the major first aroma . after the first sip though i can smell a citrus garlicky hop aroma . like there was a sheath over the smell the got broken open when i had my first sip . t the did not taste as bitter as the . that being said the major flavor in both is overwhelming bitterness from the hops . has a hint of malt with lasting bitterness on the sides of my tongue . my god it is bitter . so much more than the smell indicated . grapefruit hop flavor is stronger than any other flavor . i hate grapefruit but i like this hmmmm . m great for the style . mouth puckeringly bitter drying leaves a bitter camp set up on the middle back of my tongue . d i definitely want more . only one pint of this one for me . this could be skewed though because i had this one second and maybe i would n t have wanted another pint of the either after two .,aroma,1.0,1
a darker tinted clear yellow . no head but some fizz going on . s typical lambic funky smell . there is a hint of the fruit there too . t really tasty . sweet buttery fruity . finishes w the teeniest sour . m nice and crisp very bubbly . very similar to a wine cooler . d on a nice hot day degrees here today i could drink these all day . and be able to say it s a beer not a wine cooler legitimately .,aroma,0.6,1
a honey brown which the regulators should fine them for brewing . awful smell not much taste . surprisingly sour and bitter with some sugary syrup hacked in and thin mouthfeel . unattractive colour . really off . a strikeout at doug shoemaker tasting party .,aroma,0.2,0
a poured a cloudy golden blonde . no head and a light lacing . s a fruity smell almost a sour smell although not unpleasant . this smell was clearer after the taste . t a definate apple taste definately agree with the apple cider taste alhtough i think it was fairly prevalent in the the taste . m d good easy going beer . very refreshing . not much hop but thats okay once in a while . would drink again for sure .,aroma,0.9,1
the gents around the table all conceded that this one was their favorite for this nite anyway . big pints glass loaded with a clear mahogany brown brew topped with a pillow head of ivory . rich malt lacing . drawback only subtle hints of malt in the aroma but with the quaff came a load of malts and an earthy spicy finish . even a nutty pop kicked in for a nice addition . crisp and dry this one became the session brew for the evening . a solid amber for sure . becky the bartender believes this one like the rest of the lineup except the dopplebock is around,aroma,0.6,1
a deep amber in color . thin white head with little retention or lacing . s big citrusy hop aroma with a hint of some sweetness in the back . t strong taste of citrusy hops . sweeter malt backbone than i was expecting given the aroma . m d a little thin on the mouthfeel but overall a very drinkable ipa .,aroma,0.9,1
this bottle is the bronze label that is labeled as a vintage . pours a blackish color with caramel hints at the edges . very very little carbonation that produces a small tannish head that dies quickly . the smell is close to overwhelming but exceptionally pleasant nonetheless . oak vanilla toffee caramel dark chocolate raisins bourbon brandy and maybe a touch of cinnamon all alternately yet congruently jump out at you . each smell seems to bring a different hidden smell unmasked . i have not even yet tasted this one but i could smell this for hours . raisins oak and bourbon jump out to try to overwhelm everything else . other flavors surface but only after multiple sips chocolate vanilla extract pecans maple syrup and potentially tobacco . the alcohol is the flavor that lingers on the tongue the most . there is a distinct lack of carbonation here that seems to emphasize some of the sweeter flavors . this one is n t necessarily thin on the body but the extremely light carbonation makes it feel as such . quite a complex and interesting beer the drinkablility is hard to judge due to the faux thin nature of the body . its definitely a sipper in this way and some of the flavors start to become overly sweet as it warms . i have a bottle of the newest vintage waiting in my fridge and i m interested to see the comparison between the .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle into duvel tulip . could n t find a bottled on date but bought it recently from a trustworthy store . appearance free pour down the middle of the glass manages a inch white head that disappears immediately leaving a foamy ring around the surface of the glass and no lacing . pours a very very dark red translucent at the edges when held up to light . decent legs almost no lacing . smell from the bottle interesting . equal parts plum and citrus hops . in the glass whoa what s all this . big hits of grape jelly plum raisin black cherry black raspberry . there s a sweetness to the aroma that makes all the fruit notes smell like jelly instead of fruit . some cola and spices . boozy . hops . i m not getting any of that . taste first sip distracted for most of it by the rather oily mouthfeel but detected caramel and similar dark fruits as the smell only less sweet . second sip again a less sweet version of the nose lots of grape plum fig and a rather strong maltiness . the malt is barleywine caliber actually deep and overwhelming . there s a faint note of grapefruit hops . it s fighting a battle to stand among the huge malt caramel and dark fruit flavors . and it s getting murdered . the beer has the bitterness of a d ipa but the hop flavor is n t in any balance at all . this is n t a black ipa it s just a darker american barleywine . the flavors are bold but not well balanced and the mouthfeel is n t helping matters . less sugar a modicum of subtlety and way more hop flavor would do wonders for this beer . mouthfeel on the heavier side of medium bodied . sticky and chewy . unpleasant . drinkability the alcohol is just as bold as the malt and dark fruit flavors which combined with the mouthfeel is n t making drinking this beer any easier . if i were n t drinking alone at the moment i would offer the rest of this bottle to someone else and open something good . i had two major problems with this beer . the first is the whole black ipa thing . that concept sounds fine to me . make a beer with all the hop forward characteristics of an ipa make it darker and maybe give it a stronger malt character than you d even expect from east coast d ipas . sounds good . but this beer is not that . this beer is plainly a run of the mill american barleywine but lacking any semblance of balance or restraint . a big sugary mess hop bitterness does n t make something a dipa and turning it black does n t make it a black ipa . the second problem is that it s just not a very well made beer even if you throw style out the window . it s sticky boozy and has huge overpowering dark fruit flavors that neither mesh well with everything else nor are particularly interesting on their own . if the brewers had called this beer what it is a barleywine i would still give it a low score . this beer is a failed experiment .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks sarcastro . pours a salmon color with a nice creamy white soft pink head . great lacing . large head on a beer specifically designed for women . subtle . smells like a conglomeration of berries . hints of sweet perfume . overly sweet at times but still nice . if it was n t for the mild astringent smell i d give it a . nice berry mash upfront . it s a little too busy but the berries come out nicely . mildly astringent with a mild taste of melted plastic . that is disconcerting but the rest was so nice i could n t take off too much . in the mouth it is nice and creamy but slightly overcarbonated . fairly drinkable but the astringent kind of kills the desire for much more . i d like to try the imperial series version . meh .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance black with a really nice off white tan head great lacing ca n t wait to taste . smell sweet caramel malt touch of molasses somewhat toasted . taste weak . i expected a lot more flavor . it s kind of an unsweet toasted taste . maybe burnt toast . mouthfeel pretty much like straight water . drinkability easy to drink because it s so weak but the lack of character makes me want something else . guiness extra stout is one of my favorite beers . this beer is only good for introducing people to something other than standard yellow fiz . i m really dissapointed with this brew .,aroma,0.9,1
a very dark with a nice brown head . a lot of lacing throughout . s coffee with with a hint of sweetness . t a solid coffee taste in the beginning . and that is where it left off . yes there was typical maltiness of a stout but it just had complexity . m typical shipyard fizziness . why do all of their offerings feel like i have pop rocks in my mouth . d i would not want to have more than one of these . not a terrible stout by any means . but certainly not great . average .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into pint glass a transparent very pale golden color with a small puffy white head that recedes kind of quick leaving bits of sticky lacing . s holy hops . strong citrus and pine hop aroma sweet and fruity not very bitter smelling . just resiny hop nectar . t follows the nose tropical fruit and citrus hops dominate followed by piney flavors . pine mango and grapefruit mixing in beautiful hop harmony . finishes a little bitter with not much of a malt to back it up and i do n t care . m light bodied medium and crisp carbonation . super drinkable . o this beer gives me a rock solid .,aroma,1.0,1
best by march pint glass pours a nice even copper color . forms a pinky s worth of tan head that lasts for quite a while . leaves rings of lacing down the sides of the glass . smell is wonderfully floral and hoppy . citrus notes are present but i get more pineapple and tangerine than the usual grapefruit . slightly toasty . it tastes sort of flowery . not floral or hoppy but more like perfumy . toasted malt and some light citrus are present as is the bitterness i expect from an ipa . however there s an odd flavor in the finish that i ca n t place . very unusual . body is medium despite sam adams saying full on the label with just the right amount of co . certainly an interesting take on the style very unlike every other ipas i have tried . could easily have a few of these in a night but i m not sure i d want to drink this often . worth seeking out if you like hops .,aroma,0.9,1
perhaps my lack of experience to date with this type of beer explains my low ratings . perhaps i just got a bad bottle of black forest . but whatever the reason this was n t a beer that i ll likely drink again . black forest practically lives up to its name in appearance pouring dark brown and blending to a pitch black color . a thick tan head forms over your glass and fades rather fast . this beer smells of caramel and sugar and lacked any distinct aromatic quality though i thought the sugar i smelled was maple . black forest starts smooth and soft . it is full bodied with oat and caramel flavors . a malty sweetness is present throughout the entire drink . this beer finishes oily wet and saves its sharpest flavor bite of all for the last few drops on your tongue . finally this beer s aftertaste is fortunately mild but it has a tendency to sit on your tongue for quite a while .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a bottle into a pint glass . a pours jet black with a one finger brown head that fades rather quickly . lacing is alright . s lots of coffee and tons of that smoky flavor you d expect from the title . i actually . do n t like the way they jive as much as i thought i would but it s still nice . t this is actually . kind of disgusting . the smoke is overwhelming and the coffee is a background flavor . i did n t expect it to be this over the top . m thick but not syrupy . very nice d not a fan . waaay too smoky for my tastes,aroma,0.8,1
this was sampled at the brewpub as part of a beer tasting flite . the pour was gold and clear with no head like many of the beers here . the blueberries floating in it drove the aroma of fruit in the nose like cereal fake blueberries . light sweet malt flavor led into big fruitiness . very thin and watery slight fruit in the finish .,aroma,0.8,1
i have never had a low alcohol beer . so as i prepare to drink and review my first one the option of reviewing it as a low alcohol beer in other words in comparison with others of the style is n t an option . reviewing it as beer does n t seem fair either . therefore i have decided to review two such offerings in a comparison tasting . by reviewing the current this one side by side with the current warsteiner premium fresh i hope to find out what makes a beer of this style good or at least palatable . enough introductory nonsense on with the show . lucent golden amber that appears darker than most light beers and is several shades darker than its competitor . the head is a fine thing indeed eggshell in color with plenty of stickiness and a characterful texture that would make beer of any style proud . there s quite a bit of chunky lace on the glass that looks as if it wo n t be washed away easily . this one has nothing to be ashamed about so far . clausthaler premium has the clear advantage when it comes to the nose . there s a pleasant bright fresh grain citrusy aroma emanating from the glass that trounces anything currently being brewed by the big and most euro pale lagers . this really is high quality stuff alcohol or not . taste is where these two really suffer . this one looks and smells good but that s where the party ends . maybe alcohol really does make an important critical it seems contribution to the flavor of any given beer . it s hard to put into words but it tastes fake as if the brewers tried to pass it off as beer without using any of the usual ingredients . there s very little grain flavor and the bright slightly citric character of the aroma is long gone . the finish is a little vegetal and lingers longer than i would like . the body is light beer light and the mouthfeel matches the flavor in being overly flat . clausthaler premium needs something badly and that something is alcohol . but then it would cease being what it is and what s the point in that . well . if this is the low alcohol beer on the planet then this is a style that has a looong way to go . i would n t think it would be that hard to brew a decent beer with low or no alcohol but then my brewing knowledge would fit comfortably on the head of a pin . edge to clausthaler premium for whatever that s worth .,aroma,0.7,1
a ruby red brown in color . fluffy off white single finger head settles down to a thin cap . coating thin lacing all over the sides on the glass . s some faint burnt sweet malt smells but little else and very faint . t taste is very solid for a brown . malts and some sweetness . maybe some toffee biscuit and burnt flavors too . m decent carbonation is followed by a medium bodied feel . flavor coats the tongue for a very satisfying and lasting finish . d an easy drinker as a good brown should be . my wife is a big brown fan so i ll definitely be grabbing this one for her again . a solid beer for any time of the year . served in a standard pint glass .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle from the summer variety show pack . this beer poured an appetizing bright gold with average head and lacing . the aromas were very muted just a light hint of weak grain and a whiff of dry grass . i know this is supposed to be a light wheaty drinkable summer ale but this near dearth of aromas is very disappointing . the flavors were amazingly enough even less perceptible than the smells a distant limp biscuity breadiness with no fruit flavors hop flavors or anything else i look for in an ale . if i had been doing a blind taste test i do n t think i could have told the difference between this beer and a macro pilsner . it was honestly like drinking a glass full of carbonated water with a thimblefull of beer poured in for flavor . the mouthfeel was thin and watery which is n t really a problem for the category but it certainly is n t anything special either . drinkability . you could guzzle this like water if you wanted to but when i want water i drink water . this beer was an almost all around disappointment . i appreciate restraint and reserve in brewing but the hocus pocus is like yellow seltzer water . any ale that tastes like watered down mass produced lager is missing the point in my estimation . even for a quaffable summer quencher this is drastically wanting in the flavor department . i ca n t recommend this beer at all .,aroma,0.3,0
ml bottle courtesy of lackenhauser shared at the brick store . the cork nearly decapitated a couple of folks and we had quite a gusher . after getting it under control it poured a hazy golden amber with a needless to say massive white head that receded slowly and left good lacing . the aroma did n t impress me all that much and smelled a bit like stale apple juice . it had hints of candi sugar and spices as well but nothing that really jumped out at me . i thought the taste was much better but did have plenty of the aforementioned apples as well as other light fruits pears and some tart lemon up front . the sweetness of the yeast and candi sugar formed a solid backbone to the taste . the mouthfeel is medium bodied and probably a little too carbonated . not terribly distracting though . this one was imminently drinkable and outside of a sub par nose i enjoyed it .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle consumed as a precursor to the barrel aged barleywine tasting at a preview of terry s beers at the farmers cabinet facility in alexandria . disclaimer this beer was initially flat and i subsequently force carbed it to a low level . given the interaction of things in the mouthfeel i do n t think the carbonation was really necessary or added much . pours a murky dark brown color with a garnet hue . no real head other than a few tan bubbles that popped up and fell almost instantaneously . the nose starts things off right with notes of chocolate and a bit of dark malt . atop that were strong notes of cherry red wine and oak . pretty good acidity with a very mild acetic character . the flavor was intense to say the least . really delicious with the dark malt and fruits combining with bright cherries and brisk acidity . red wine and oak really round things out . some acetic character as it warms up . mouthfeel is really fantastic . not something i would have imagined myself for a sour but it worked quite well . strong acidity with a thick chewy base that neared stout levels . dry and tannic . long finish . very low carbonation . incredibly complex and well made . not sure if the low carbonation was intentional but i think it worked quite well .,aroma,1.0,1
half inch head mocha colored and frothy quickly dissipates . leaves a nice ring around the glass but zero lacing . smell is sweet almonds caramel some vanilla . very wonderful aroma . taste is to me a bit strange . some bitterness up front with almond trying to make an appearence . the almond taste seems a little faint here . it is very carbonated and lively but also very watery . drinkability for me is low on this one . i find the sweetness though not as sweet as expected not enjoyable . oh well . i m glad i got to try it .,aroma,0.8,1
dark brown standard oz glass bottle . pry off unadorned pewter cap . curry yellow and green label . dark copper clear body . large off white head tiny to large bubbles good retention and great lace . abit of vinegar nut scent . some sweet malt and coarse hop notes . nutty malt earth flavors roasted character and a nice hoppy aftertaste with lots of roasted nutskin flavor . medium full body little coating and a dry finish . good drinkability . oelergud,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a muddy and ruddy red brown swamp . mild in opacity . a few light orange highlights caught my eye as i held my pint glass to the light.a bit toomurky to see any carbonation though . hardly any head and no lacing . smell very fresh malts give a whiff of roast toast and even some plums . taste starts with a dry toasty malt . then mellows and then escalates to a more pronounced roast of nuts and cooked fruits.complex but not as complex as some true oldales i ve sampled . mouthfeel smooth mix between dry and sweet . feels great going down . ended up having the whole half gallonin one night.good stuff .,aroma,0.9,1
from my phone so it is shortened . nice head citrus aroma jumps off the glass before i can pick it up . head retention is nice and lacing is smooth . taste is citrusy and piney but i notice that this is also extremely thin like the coconut jack frost . it has the consistancy of water . the hops are prevalent but have a feeling that they would n t hold up to a bottling . ca n t expect too much as it is a session beer basically .,aroma,0.9,1
a beer with split personality disorder . is it a stout or an ipa . both and neither . a deep brown color gives the initial stout impression but a light citrusy aroma is present leading one to believe it s and ipa . however the first taste is all malt . in the middle the hops find their way to your palate and as you swallow there is a balance between the felt like hops and the viscous malts . this beer becomes more malty as you continuously sip but if you take a break the hops become much more noticeable . this beer definitely keeps you guessing and is a very good value . in the end i would have preferred a more hoppy concentration in a black ipa but i can understand why this would have won a gold medal .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter . . a deeply hazed orangish brown color . two fingers of foamy head . retention is just short of average and little lacing is left . overall an ugly looking brew . . s nose is n t bad . biscuity malts with a strong breadiness from the yeast . a touch soapy . subtle but pleasant pine hoppiness . . t there is n t enough going on here . there are n t enough flavors and those that are there are weak . rather watery . biscuity and bready again with piney hop flavor . too much yeastiness for the amount of overall flavor . . m light body . the only body this has is from the yeast and if it did n t have that it would n t be much thicker than water . carbonation is decent though . . d not a good beer by any means . the only thing it has going for it is that the label artwork is hilarious .,aroma,0.7,1
i am not a beer snob so i looked at this with no regard to price brewer nor reputation . henceforth here is my review with no prejudices bright yellow in color with a thin head and lots of carbonation . smells sort of like wet hay or grassy . body is fairly light with a thicker coating on the mouth feel than i was expecting . otherwise leaves little aftertaste and not as watery as many similar brews . definitely one that i could drink during those hot summer days camping with the guys . i actually find this to be somewhat pleasant although basic . would go well with peanuts and dogs at the ball game also .,aroma,0.4,0
from bottle to tulip glass good lord what happened here . super cru appears like it should starting out with a leather mahogany color frothy head . does n t smell too bad either nice belgian yeasty notes and the added pear . but man does this taste awful . i m not going to go into detail on this one does n t really deserve it but this tastes like someone dumped pear juice into fat tire . treacly and boring at the same time . i m not sure how this was grouped with the lips of faith series .,aroma,0.8,1
corked bottle thanks to chris poured into my hill farmstead glass . a cloudy murky dark straw does n t look very good . lots of bright white head at first with good carbonation but its watery . good retention and lacing . the aroma is pretty nice sweet candy wheat honey floral finish . the taste really is disappointing borderline bad . almost totally dead what i do get is bad peppery floral hops . finish really kills me as bad oaks comes off . mouthfeel is the true downfall of this beer watery light with no depth . easy to drink but not good enough that i would . pretty disappointing for me after such a great aroma . i ca n t recommend this .,aroma,0.9,1
description is a brown wood ale smoked with cherry wood malts and vanilla beans . a this beer pours a nice chestnut brown with some ruby hues around the edges when held to the light . a inch of light tan head sits on top . head dissipates quickly leaving thick lacing on the glass . s nose is of rich caramel malts and toffee . some hints of roasted malts are also present . t taste is wowsa . the oak cherry and vanilla are fantastic . . . starts with a nice rich toffee flavoring and then the caramel malts come in to compliment the toffee . hints of charred malts are present . oak cherry and vanilla finish this bad boy out nicely with just a hint of smoke in the finish . m medium body medium carbonation . rich creamy body with a sticky finish . d damn tasty brew here . i do n t normally like the actual flavoring of vanilla in a beer despite loving the idea of it however this brew hits the spot . vanilla is well done oaked and smoke flavoring compliments the beer . i could sit with this one for another pint or two .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz bottle to a pint glass a light copper color with maybe a centimeter head despite a pretty hard pour s slight smell of sweet pale malt . maybe a little bit of floral hops but that just might be my expectations t leads with vague malt sweetness . floral hops quickly follow . oddly the flavors suddenly disappear shortly afte the brew touches my tongue leaving only a slight metallic taste . m like a very watered down soda . very thin but what body it does have is like a light sludginess .,aroma,0.3,0
a poured from a oz bottle into a long glass . banana colored . the lightest yellow but still opaque . a nice half inch of white head . s it smells exactly like a witbier should . light scent overall coriander and citrus . like a mandarin and banana . t the taste is a bit of a letdown from the great appearance and smell . it is like a watered down version of what it should be . i am just not picking up any real flavors out of this . m soft texture but still sharp on the tongue and moderate to higher carbonation . d i am not a big fan of this style but the appearance and smell really had me excited to try it . however the taste did not have any real definition to it and the carbonation level started to be annoying as i drank it . but like i always say try it for yourself .,aroma,0.8,1
i used to drink plenty of harp back when it was hard to find a decent beer on draught . today was the first time in two years since i ve had any . appearance pale yellow almost no head adequate lacing . smell a little skunky but not much detected . taste the more ales i drink the less interested i am in lagers especially european style . i do like the bitter after taste i get from this beer . little else to mention . mouthfeel adequate . drinkability better than most macro lagers .,aroma,0.4,0
poured degrees fahrenheit into a tulip glass . born date april th . pours a hazy light orange with an active and rapidly dissipating two finger white head . no lacing to speak of . smell is an excellently projected and wonderfully layered and clean tangerine apricot pear and lemon . flavor is relatively reflected and maintained with slightly less complexity than i was expecting . finish consists of some light citrus hops that add bitters but are safe and nowhere close to being offensive . mouthfeel is pretty intensely disappointing . lack of carbonation and weakness of weight really detracts from the taste imo . good balance of dryness and oil but lifeless and contradicting . sessionable but at the end of the day really sort of a letdown . the mouthfeel gives a decent nose and flavor an extraordinarily anemic quality that makes it a lot less fun . it s my wish that they had gone for cohesion instead of a drinkability that results in confliction . .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pours a dark amber with reddish brown hues . slim light tan coloured head formed on the pour . finely carbonated . aroma theres a strange plastic type aroma coming off here . i think theres scents of biscuit and nuts and some leafy hops under there but its hard to tell . taste strange at least the dominant aroma of plastic didnt come through as strongly in the taste . decent biscuity and nutty malts intially but then the strangeness takes over . dont know if this is a bad one or not just bought it as a single . not quite sure what the source of the off aromas and flavours are in this one . may be a combination in slightly off flavours from hops and yeast . after making myself finish most of this one i let the dog have a taste i think it was just a combo of astringent tea like flavour some citrus hops and a soapiness that just made this an unimpressive experience . probably an off bottle as this is a style i usually enjoy . if i get around to trying this again i ll edit this review accordingly .,aroma,0.4,0
pours an orange amber color that develops a fizzy white head that quicly dissipates to lace . the muted hops arome is spectacular floral and fruity but so very subtle . no sweet or syrupy smells . taste is good mostly balanced but with some of the caramel sweetness typical to the style . aftertaste is very pleasant . mouthfeel is very nuetral perhaps slightly wet but only slightly so . carbonation is muted and a very smooth texture lends itself to sessions . drinkability is high as you d expect for an octoberfest .,aroma,1.0,1
mostly clear burnt orange fizzy short lived head of khaki fades quickly to thin ring spotted lace . in the flavor oodles of grapefruit and lime fresh grass a bit of dank weed some sweet honey and black pepper . good hop profile great for a pale ale . the flavor is a bit sweeter than the nose . pine grapefruit cereal graininess and honey in back before a dryish finish with moderate bitterness . medium light in body it s a bit watery . low numbing carbonation with a bitterness that becomes more substantial as i go . i would n t say this winter offering from ska has flavors that really gel with the season but it is a nice little pale . not bad at all .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a big head which slowly settles . a rich pee yellow color . smell of hops and maybe a hint of skunking . if there were such a thing as beerness i d say this sample has a lot of it because it s like any of the mainstream bmcs just magnified in the color taste and smell . and i understand this was sort of a gateway beer which bridged the old bmc style to the more modern hoppy ipas so i respect that but instead of coming across as fresh strong hops it comes off almost more like a skunked bmc .,aroma,0.4,0
dark horse plead the th bottled feb. around months old a black as night with a fast fading brown tan head . a bit of red in the head as well . s dark chocolate maybe some dark coffee in there also . i definitely smell some sweet notes . t tons of stuff in this one . i taste chocolate caramel a woody taste sweet cherries . nice mix of sweet and smoky . m this one is thick with low carbonation . d very drinkable you hardly notice the abv at in this .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer starts out great . lusty caramel color thick lacy head aroma of honey nutmeg coriander and maybe some peach in there . advertised as a belgian style golden ale from looks and smell alone it starts out as good as any of the actual belgian pale ales have tried . malts are immediately apparent in the aroma and the intial taste with the hoppiness coming later . it s a nice balance there but this beer does n t live up to its initial potential . the taste starts out faintly sweet with tangs of honey again and cloves but is fairly generic for the style . it finishes with a clovey bitterness and is somewhat acidic the alcohol and hoppiness rushing in maybe too late to the party . i tended to want to keep drinking this one to avoid the bitter finish good sales technique perhaps . but in doing that it seemed somewhat watered down due to the lack of flavor especially for abv . this is still a wonderful brew for the smell and balance alone but as a belgian pale ale is pretty much my favorite style in the summer months i m probably more critical than most with this style . i ll probably pick this one up again if only to break up my usual rare vos or la fin du monde .,aroma,0.9,1
what a beer . the taste and the name take me back to the old skool days of elementary school . this beer tastes like chocolate milk and damn good chocolate milk too . i have seen many beers noting the chocolate malt taste you can sure taste the nibs . what are nibs anyways . it tastes like a delicious chocolate milk and i was extremely pleased . super mouthfeel too . what a beer,aroma,0.6,1
a it does n t look that bad a golden colour with an acceptable head but still pretty ordinary . s off grains slightly metalic . t slightly sweet metallic aftertaste . it does however have a very distinct flavour and more flavour than carlton draught . m carbonation is very high and the body is thin too . o it is iconic and acceptable when ice cold on a hot day it has an endearing quality in that respect but not the sort of beer you d sit down to savour . there are certainly worse beers going around . edit this beer has been . abv for a few years .,aroma,0.3,0
i drank this from a oz bottle into a rochefort chalice . the beer pours a ligth cloudy brown tea color with a medium tan head that rises about finger but falls quickly . the lacing is pretty good . the aroma starts off with mostly bourbon banana and a little wood . its sweet balanced and complex pretty nice . the taste is way to strong and not good . its all woody alcohol with any sweetness to balance its out . its grain alcohol in a wood barrel .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle in a pint glass . a dark semi cloudy red brown . tan head that thins out quickly . s lots of spices nutmeg cinnamon cloves . t taste them all . ok flavor . there s too much going on here . m too overpowering and too much going on . slight after taste that lingers . d not great . this beer smells great and looks good but the flavor is so confusing for you tastebuds . one or two strong flavors with a bunch of supporting spices is ok but this has a ton of all of the spices . it s too much .,aroma,0.9,1
a unique brew closer to a porter than an ipa but i can dig it . a looks like a nice dark porter s hops don t jump out at you but they are there hiding behind a portery caramel maltiness . t lots of roastiness but there is a nice ipaish hop presence that comes through in the taste . interesting . m creamy tangy carbonation . d like a lighter porter easy to take the best of both worlds .,aroma,0.6,1
cl purchased in belgium best before . glowing hazy orange with a copious head . excellent retention very nice lacing . the aroma has some piney hops and faint tropical notes but it s not too convincing . the flavor on the other hand is loaded with hops . this beer is wonderfully piney juicy and resinous . phenolic and spicy character from the belgian yeast i think . the bitterness is hefty especially on the dry swift finish . the alcohol is pretty apparent in flavor though so i ca n t really give top marks . the mouthfeel is highly carbonated yet mellow and smooth and also and tad cotton mouth inducing . this is a belgian hop bomb and i enjoyed it very much . if the alcohol were n t so apparent hopsinjoor would rate higher .,aroma,0.6,1
finally got my hands on one of these bottles from my work . pours a beautiful bright slightly cloudy orange color with a nice white head . the citrus hop aromas hit my nose the second i opened the cap . tons of sweetness and citrus with a nice piney edge as well . smell is reminiscent of pliny the elder . taste however differs which is expected considering pliny is a dipa . the taste is still damn good though . initially i get some nice hop bitterness immediately followed followed by some fresh pine with grapefruit mango and orange flavors . it end with a very crisp bitterness . the mouthfeel is very dry and crisp . very west coastish . a great example if you ask me . the drinkability is quite high . could probably drink bombers of this stuff .,aroma,1.0,1
first beer of this style that i ve tried . looks like a cola on the pour . large bubbbles . dark brown and ruby colors . aroma is great . cherry oak cabernet phenolic yeast sour sweet tarts . mouthfeel is a touch awkward with carbonation at first but mellows during the drink as it warms . definite sour flavor . cherries and yeasty overtones . dry on the finish . wine like for sure .,aroma,0.9,1
had this one with my friend and fellow ba member moxley . poured from a small brown bottle into a goblet . had a cloudy apricot color with an inch of head that settled quickly to a one bubble charlie sheen . sweet flowery aroma and a spicey sweet taste with late alcohol warmth . carbonation is overpowering almost champagne like . crisp and sweet but bubbles overwhelm the flavors making it not enjoyable for me wo n t be back for seconds on this one .,aroma,0.8,1
this has a really good thick dense head with good retention for a porter . the liquid is a chocolate color as you pour it but in the glass it s all inky and dark . sweet dark molasses in the nose tempered by lightly roasted coffee tones and wisps of chocolate . in the smell this could pass for a milk stout . good and bad in the taste . nice toasted dark bread laced with some sweet chocolate flavors but the wash is far from clean and dominated by a metallic bite that ruins the whole experience . it obviously is destroying the mouthfeel as well . they hop this one so it s possible that the hops oxidized . i ca n t find a date on the bottle but this has n t been in my local beer joint that long . it s a shame . i was really looking forward to tasting this and it s possible it s beyond optimal date . in these cases i usually exit my review without saving and review again if i get a fresh bottle . but ballast point does n t date their bottles so i ca n t assume that it s not fresh other than getting good reviews from others . if a brewery does not date their bottles then they re going to have to deal with bad reviews on aged beer .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into pint glass a perfect pale ale . . golden yellow a very orange hue . very nice finger head that dissipated pretty quickly . no lacing to speak of . s very basic pale ale smells of some malt not too strong or weak . very nice t again very basic pale ale taste of malt not too much hops very clean . . i could drink this all night . m light not to heavy . very well balanced . carbonation is very nice as well . d a great pale ale . wish i had more of these . . . . i would love to have more .,aroma,0.6,1
chilled ml bottle into a glass . a generous gift from ramnuts . thanks frank . i simply could not budge this cork . i wound up using a corkscrew opener on it . a a slow gusher out of the bottle . it settles into the glass with a purple brown puce body and tan head . good retention and nice curtains of lace down the sides of the glass . s there s an immediate whiff of dates from the bottle as i remove the cork . lactic sourness oak roast bourbon and brown sugar . this has the signature cascade smell that i associate with their various flanders reds . it s also vaguely buttery which is not totally upsetting next to the bourbon but it s not something i enjoy . t bourbon is very noticeable as are sweeter contributions from brown sugar and caramel . i do n t really taste the dates even though i smelled them . there s plenty of grape wine i suppose . vanilla too . as the beer warmed cinnamon emerged . the finish has lactic sourness with a mild tannic astringency . it s also boozy though i guess i d expect that from a beer . that aside the flavors are well integrated . m boozy . it s not quite solventy but it s a bit harsh . carbonation is high and foamy . i wound up swirling a lot of it out just to get the beer to drink better . it was taking away from the flavor . i am impressed by how it starts off sour becomes sweet and creamy then finishes sour once more . very interesting . d in i had the opportunity to sample a different version of this beer out of the barrels at the raccoon lodge . that was better than this one but you get an idea of what they were aiming for . this is a very interesting beer and is worth a try .,aroma,0.4,0
enjoyed side by side with angels share brandy with nhindian . thanks to douglasjamjak for this one . a as with the brandy version head . murky black pour . worried about the carbonation in this one as well . s lots of oak and bourbon . big bourbon smell really dominates . perhaps a bit of coconut as pointed out by nhindian . t as with the smell the bourbon is at the forefront here . it s followed nicely by a big chocolately middle and a dry coffee finish . a lot better than brandy angels share but still not top of the line . mf still no carbonation . the lack of which extremely hurts this beer . o i do n t hate this one like i hated brandy angels share but it still is n t very good . way overpriced for what you get .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle purchased at bevmo la mesa . aroma is dominated by much graininess . nice golden color upon pouring . tastes kind of sweet at first . i can taste some alcohol at the end but not in a bad way . tastes pretty smooth considering the strength . pretty solid for the style .,aroma,0.8,1
i picked this up at the local grocery trying to get some beer on the cheap . pk cans for . . plus i really like honey browns . a i was supprised when i poured this beer at its very light for a honey brown color . it was light amber . s malty and sweet . detectable honey aroma . t matched smell . there was some sweetness and general hop bitterness . light honey taste at the finish . alot more watery that expected . m very light bodied again somewhat watery . d this ended up more drinkable that i thought . it goes down well and leaves a nice sweet bitterness on the palate .,aroma,0.8,1
presentation poured from a oz brown bottle into a standard pint glass . the label seems show the rockies int he background maybe the flat irons . notch indicates it was bottled in the th week of september . appearance pours with inch of white foamy head . settles into a ring around the glass and a few islands of head . beer itself is a medium amber with a slight chill haze . there is a steady stream of bubbles helping maintain the islands of head . smell the beer has an overwheling smell that i find unpleasant . it is the grassy skunky smell you find so often in cheap beer . it is hard to ignore i can smell it with the glass sitting on the table . underneath a slight caramel sweetness from malt . taste a solid baseline of malt slightly sweet . no noticeable hop bitterness or flavor . mouthfeel average carbonation level . decent body . drinkability easy to drink because of its lack of any significant flavor . i just ca n t get over the cheap smell .,aroma,0.3,0
bought a oz . bottle recently poured to a large tumbler after work . a dark chocolate ruby brown with a thin tan head . lots of percolating carbonation but little head or lace . s decent malty sweetness and some dry fruit i wished it had lingered because the smell left rather quickly . t hmmmm . very bitter almost burnt malt taste . just a trace of sweet caramel in the finish . mostly peat and dirt with an herbal medicinal bitterness . m medium body and light carbination . fairly thin and watery mouthfeel . weak without much of a lingering flavor except for a kind of soapy gritty texture . d whew . almost made it through the bottle but i do n t think i d want another of these . imbalanced and not good flavors . needs more work . poured the last few ounces down the drain . not recommended .,aroma,0.7,1
from a holiday pack . a . dark brown with a tan head of finger . the head breaks pretty quickly to leave a full covering skim . s. roasted malt semi sweet chocolate and whipping cream . t. more sweetness than i prefer this comes across in a plodding unfocused manner . the roasted malt and chocolate on the nose is nowhere to be found in the taste . i only get sweet malt . odd . m. medium to full bodied with good creaminess . no carbonation . d. too sweet for more than one . not something i will seek out again but glad to have tried it .,aroma,0.8,1
a a very dark brown almost black liquid . there a quite a few floaters that give it a very dirty look when held to a light . after a hard pour a small off white head forms and settles to a few splotches fairly quickly . it it just kind of a sad looking beer there is nothing exciting there . s very chocolaty and earthy . oatmeal is definitely noticeable . kind of sweet . a little bit of coffee . very roasty . t very sweet and earthy . a lot of raisin and some oatmeal . somewhat smokey . something is off here . i am not enjoying this at all . m a little to sweet and somewhat cloying . the carbonation seems to be alright though . pretty smooth . d this is a pretty disappointing beverage . i love stouts but there is just something off about this one .,aroma,0.7,1
oz can poured into a sam adams pint glass . a pours a pale and clear straw color with a one inch pure white soda like head that bubbles away into a cap in a few minutes very nice amount of carbonation bubbling up from the bottom of the glass but does nothing to keep the head supported . does n t look that bad for a malt liquor . above average for the style . s metallic corn with the tiniest bit of green apple just bleh at least smell sweet for me malt liquor this just smells like antiseptic and metal . t mf corn apple and metal that is about the jist of it mouthfeel is lively enough to keep things from becoming disgusting . d ca n t feel the booziness in this beer but it is still drinkable for a malt liquor but really close to being not tolerable . steel reserve is much better choice .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a nitro can into a pint glass . dark black body with the standard cream colored thick head . the head was smaller than i would like on a stout . only one finger which got smaller . almost nothing in scent . the flavor is traditionally stout like . roasted nuts malty deep bitter flavor . nice . not bad though i m sure it would be much better in draft .,aroma,0.3,0
aromas of bread it looks like he is grilled and cinnamon sweet very pleasant . the first mouth is incredibly flat just raised by some spicy notes . the more you taste the more piquant side grows but without a final win . the finish is rather weak in flavor . according to me it s not a pale ale but an amber ale such as for example gauloise ambre rame ambre and so more .,aroma,0.8,1
i have been making my through sam s ancient ales project and have been looking forward to this one . based off of chemical analysis found in ancient archaeological fragments much like the midas touch this brew is supposedly inspired from the ancient south american drink of legend . appearance was shockingly clear and golden with active carbonation rising to the surface . you would suspect with all the cacao and chille ingredients that the brew would be some sort of dark concoction at least that is what i imagined in reading the abstract on the side of the bottle . head is slight and with little retention . smell is rather striking and unique . slight hints of spice most likely from the chilles with a really sweet grainy hop note . taste is very smooth even though spicey and sweet notes permeate the background . a very creamy texture for sure . the chocolate taste builds in the aftertaste as you drink it . a very good beer . i found it more balanced than the pangea or midas touch with a larger range of tastes and subtleties .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle bottle poured into a wine glass . pours a deep dark red almost blood red with a ruby lining . topped by about one finger of pink head . smell only needs one word raspberries . lots of raspberries . tons of them . also smells a bit tart and kind of like juice . lots of raspberries again in the taste . very sweet and tart at the same time . reminds me a bit of cranberry juice in regards to the high levels of sweet and sour . it becomes more drinkable as it warms . when colder it seems to be more tart . as it warms more sweetness seems to come through and balance it out a bit more . mouthfeel is pretty crisp . carbonation is on the low side . very smooth and slippery on the tongue . medium bodied . good drinkability . alcohol by volume is only . strong sweet tart raspberry flavor might overwhelm the palate after some time . i shared this with a number of other people who do n t usually drink beer and they all enjoyed it as well .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased from great spirits huntsville al . a pours a dark orange almost brown color with a very thick tan head . some brown chunks of yeast fell from the bottom of the bottle into the glass i m not knocking the presentation but it deserves note . s malty slightly sweet . almost like . chocolate . nah got ta be imagining things . t citrusy slightly orangey . like a good hefeweizen but with a very slight maltiness that helps to even out the beer . i m liking it quite a bit . m moderate mouthfeel to style for a hefe of dunkel . d i m not always a big fan of dunkels but i like this one . good marks .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter . a pours a deep brown almost opaque black with a light bubbly head that settles away quickly . some decent lacing . looks nice . s a good whiff of bourbon alcohol and vanilla . some faint hints of roasted malt in the background . smell is very nice and enticing . t here s where this one starts letting me down a bit . lots of vanilla and a decent flash of bourbon but really that s about it . it s not bad but there s not a lot going on here . was hoping for more of a kick and some more complexity . still just getting vanilla and bourbon . m mouthfeel is the real disappointment . this beer is very light and thin . not at all what i m looking for in a robust bourbon barrel stout . d meh . decent flavor but the weak feel will have you yearning for something else pretty quickly . pretty disappointed in this one . was hoping for a more full bodied full flavored experience here especially when i generally really enjoy bbc s beers . i ve had the jefferson reserve bourbon barrel stout on tap and it was pretty good from what i remember . might have to track some more of that down .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance a hazy bright orange pour . a small pale orange head maintains a thin cap . lots of floating particles throughout this beer . aroma lots of pink grapefruit and pine resin . very resilient aromatics wonderful . taste a brief sweet malt start goes nowhere before some serious hops kick in . solidly bitter pure grapefruit rind . finishes dry with a strong grapefruit residual taste a little harsh but tasty . mouthfeel very smooth hop oils make it glide over the palate . average carbonation well done overall . drinkability tasty and intense . the bitterness is a little harsh and a under developed for sessioning but a good ipa nonetheless .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle bottled on . pours a dark ruby brown with a creamy off white head that quickly diminishes to a thin film that laces the glass . the aroma is peaty smoky malts leather and tobacco and maybe some vegetables . sweet toffee comes out as it warms . it s unusual and odd and i m not sure if i like it . the flavor is sweet caramel and toffee malts with earthy smoky bitterness in the finish . the mouthfeel is pretty full bodied with creamy carbonation . overall a very good wee heavy . i find many to be too sweet . i like the balance of the sweet malts smoke and bitterness in this one .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a deep coppery reddish brownish color with an off white head that settles quickly to a ring . smells of extremely fresh raspberries . one of my favorite fruits and it s luring me in . seriously about as real as it gets with the fruit scent and something many others ca n t accomplish . light caramel chocolate malt under it . taste also has an authentic raspberry flavor but it almost makes you pucker with tartness . the malt flavors seem less authentic and actually detract for the excellent raspberry addition . mouthfeel is somehwhat light and lacking on the carbonation.it seems like there s more but it s just that tartness getting to me . still about good for drinkability to me . the smell is more realistic than any other fruit beer i ve had so far . the tartness and somehow a tad too much malt make this less drinkable than it should be . so much better than i expected though . thanks to tayner for the bottle . she s the greatest .,aroma,0.9,1
ok i ll probably be hung for this but i actually like this beer . pours a clear golden yellow . skunky smell is definitely there but i can look over it . however if you add the lime it s not too bad at all . definitely a good beer for that super hot day while sitting on the beach or while mowing the lawn .,aroma,0.3,0
clear bronze orange body . no head at first so i did some tall thin pouring beer bottle one foot over the glass pouring a stream this resulted in the kind of roiling head formation one sees in a vigorously poured imperial stout . head is almost tan but too white to deserve the label . very resilient with foam that sticks to the glass like insulation . aroma is like a minute ipa that s gone off its meds . a blast of hops juice . mouthfeel is tremendously thick and chewy slick and foamy . taste . ok dfh you have finally gone over the top . you are one of my top tier breweries and your minute ipa is always welcome in my fridge there s a six pack in there right now . but i could not drink your minute ipa . this is just too much . this is at least minutes too much hopping . in fact the entire beer is too much of everything . too much alcohol too much sweetness too much hops my tongue is so numb i feel like i just stuck it into an electrical outlet .,aroma,0.8,1
a crystal clear gold taunt fluffy three finger white head that holds it own very well when it falls it falls to a ring full white lace on glass s clean crisp floral pine citric lemon t crisp biscuit malt up front hops all the way through grassy lemon tart yeast at finish hop bitterness through finish m dry bubbly coarse high carbonation light bodied hops leave impression on palette . d nice hop bitterness good flavor sessionable recommended good brew,aroma,0.6,1
pours very clean and carbonated golden color.the smell was not to apparent and almost none at all.the taste was like strait carbonation i m talking like battery acid but i loved it.i have never had something with so much carbon that tasted so sweet but strange at the same time.definitely a must for me and i would definitely recommend to anyone .,aroma,0.4,0
brown hues with amber at the edges capped off with a bubbly finger s worth of beige head . where do i begin to describe the aromas . i do n t think any version of roasty will suffice . it definitely exceeds any proper description supremely roasty will have to do for now . it s a comforting blend of chocolate a hint of coffee and a tad smoky . there s an acidity in there that offers little balance but i m not complaining . flavors are also intensely roasty featuring the same characteristics i described in the aroma . milk chocolate and coffee light and sweet . there is also a huge nutty character which lingers pretty nicely on the palate . the hops offer little to my description . mouthfeel is light and crisp translating to a gorgeously made and easily drinkable brown ale . i should note that the flavors really only held up their intensity for a little while before they started to dwindle a bit . a minor cap of head retains and there is lacing all over . yum . i need more of this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
reading the back of the bottle it is described as a malty scottish ale combined with fine porter . this usually translates into a dark scottish ale and sorry to say i am not a big fan of the genre . the beer poured well a very dark ale with a nice creamy bubbly head that settled to a mm thickness and then displayed good retention . the nose was dominated by well fired malts dried roasted figs and molasses . plenty of fragrance . the roasted malts completely dominated the taste initially but these gave way to a bitter lingering aftertaste the complete opposites did not work well together in my opinion for this beer . the mouthfeel was very light given this was a dark scottish ale it should have produced a beer that could have been taken as an alternative to lunch but instead it was very watery . not my style of beer but this was not a good example of dark scottish ale . go for dark munro or black cullin for a better alternative .,aroma,0.8,1
looks good out of the can dark amber with strong lacing and head retention a little too good and artificial looking . smell chemical aluminium can some hop scent but not nice . taste i m ambivalent . i think the real flavour that goes with this beer is the ashen smell and taste of old men in a small smoky irish pub . somewhat lacking when the surroundings are n t right . mouthfeel is quite smooth a little harsh from carbonation . so easy to drink that you could enjoy it anywhere out of the way when you felt like a few pints . costs too much for what it is but it s better than a lot of shit they try and serve us .,aroma,0.4,0
southern tier s labels always remind me of energy drinks . i mean the beer s generally not bad . and it s a good design . it just does n t really invoke a sense of craft beer does it . or is that just me . it pours like it should deep ruby black with an inch of head that lingers . it s hard not to admire a dark beer that laces this beautifully . the aroma is weak . roasty . i almost get grains and mild vegetal . or something . smells a bit like a rotten tooth . it s not that pleasant . the taste is coffee . roasted malt . a mild dollop of chocolate with a hint of caramel . some dried dark fruit . has a dry roasty finish and something metallic or minerally that lingers in the aftertaste . the mouthfeel is medium maybe leaning towards light . meh . it s not really stunner of a porter and why after a strong start with the ipa does the lcbo seem to keep bringing in southern tier s weakest offerings .,aroma,0.4,0
wow i just opened this sucker and i m already shocked by the crazy strong caramel stench coming from the bottle . i know this is a beer and should smell like one but this smells really good to me reminds me of candy apples when i was a tyke . i guess i ve still got a sweet tooth after all because i love it . i also like the dark brownie color . i m not as crazy about the temporary head that lasts about fifteen second but you ca n t win em all . now if the taste is anything at all . yeah it is maybe a little too sweet but its not repulsive and i can detect upstanding notes of malt and hops among the overcarbonation and caramel syrup . the aftertaste is mellow and the finish is reasonably clean . this is a totally unique beer and not at least for me in a crazy ed s cave creek chili beer way . saranac thought outside the box with this one and i m willing to give them the benefit of the doubt . not my favorite not sessionable and not for everyone but i ll heap the kudos.thumbs up .,aroma,0.9,1
i m no fan of light beer . this brew is contract brewed for a company in my hometown sarasota so i have to try it . pours a very light yellow with a white head that quickly reduces to an island in my glass . aroma of sweet grain and fruit . light and watery . this tastes like beer that s had a lot of water mixed in with it . faint grain notes mix with faint vegetable flavors and a hint of cardboard and apple . if the flavors were stronger they would only be more unpleasant . there is a bit of substance to this beer s body . this is a light beer and an unpleasant one at that . it s not a drain pour but it s close . the company claims this is craft beer but that does n t mean it s good . avoid this at all costs .,aroma,0.7,1
the stite black tan in an aluminum poured into a glass . the appearance is a dark brown with bearly any head . there is barely any smell to this beer . when drinking it it s very watery and taste of roasted malt with a slight bitterness . this beer is drinkable but not great . i wo n t be buying this beer again .,aroma,0.3,0
brownish amber in colour with a suitably craggy head . not a bad smell quite malty at first but there was enough hop aroma to keep it interesting . the was great full bodied very malty but bitter enough to achieve a balance . very much an hmm bitterness you know the type many beer drinkers have trouble explaining . however there was a slight metallic off taste that in reality was kind of nice absurd as that sounds .,aroma,0.6,1
. for a . oz bottle at jacks . . abv . bottled on best by . i ve had this beer a few times but it s not a regular so i was surprised to see that i had n t reviewed it on ba before . considered a classic by some . pours out to a lightly chill hazed medium amber forming a large white head despite a careful pour with excellent retention and sticky delicate belgian lace . the carbonation is medium strong . the aroma opens with the smell of honey followed by that classic horse blanket farmhouse musty basement sour funk of brettanomyces that i adore . much different than most trappist ales which do n t ferment with brett at all . the funk is followed by orange and pineapple . .a deliciously tempting beer . the mouthfeel is spritzy and explodes upon the tongue with a light body . the taste opens with a short lived tartness followed by a very strong unpleasant metallic bitterness spicy cloves fusels and other higher alcohols and finishes bone dry with more metals and higher alcohols . no sweetness whatsoever . aftertaste of wet cardboard and newspaper . ugh . i m not a big fan . it smells delicious but it needs more sweetness and less bitterness to balance the tartness of the brett no fusels less carbonation and more body . at . for a wimpy bottle skip this and get some de proef de dolle duchesse rodenbach or zoetzuur .,aroma,0.9,1
though the beer pours an odd pale yellow and the smell unfortunately shares the skunky quality of many of it s fellow euro brews i d really have to consider this beer my guilty pleasure due to the fact that having only just started to expand my beer horizons i realize that heineken is very much at the lower end of the quality spectrum . i ve always loved the flavor of this beer and while clearly flawed compared to other beers it always seems to go down very smooth .,aroma,0.6,1
compliments of akbelgianbeast thanks . s i had to skip the appearance first because the smell was right there up front when i was pouring the beer . that smell was definitely a strong potent sour acidic smell from a distance . upon closer inspection this has a lot of complexity . there is the sour acidic smell from the brett . this reminds me of a good champagne this due to the chardonnay aging the dryness from the wine combined with the fruits from the beers combine to make a good champagne smell . there is a nice sweet fruit smells with a touch of clove mixed in . wow very nicely done . a alright back to it the head was super white and fluffy loose bubbles that looked of the consistency of foam used in fine food restaurants . the beer itself is a slightly hazy straw color . the beer is busy inside with carbination . t this is an interesting beer to taste . there is a nice sweetness up front then a sour kick to your taste buds . the wine brings a great flavor to the beer it is n t dry like the smell would presume . i m also getting something hearty and bready taste that is a nice compliment to the beers taste . m the sourness leaves your tongue with a sour aftertaste . the sour taste is unique to this beer style so it is something that makes things different . d easy to drink very tasty and very worthy .,aroma,1.0,1
medium copper color . two finger head that disapears quickly . the smell is prickly ripe green apple notes in the aroma . the body is medium malty with a tangy prickly finish . honesly the flavor reminds me of a michelob but a damn good mechelob . drinkability is solid . i d pair this with roasted chicken gumbo chili or anything spicy .,aroma,0.6,1
i like this beer because its cheap and goes down like water . but with a bad after taste really un describeable . not much good for anything other than just getting you drunk really really cheap and its ok for tailgating football games etc where no one really cares about the quality of the beer its just the fact that its beer . as far as reccomending it to people i probably would if they just wanted to get drunk but not for a good enjoyable beer .,aroma,0.2,0
quite excited that our local beer bar the beer trappe had this on tap . poured a nice bright orange amber with a very soft and thick off white head that did not want to go away . smell oh where to begin hops fruity citrus hops some pineapple and honey with a hint of alchohol . taste is fantastic sweet upfront with fruity hops and honey followed by a small malt middle with plenty of hops to bite your tongue . finishes dry and crisp with warming alchohol and a boat load of citrus and cut grass hops . mouthfeel is silky smooth with a nice body and well balanced carbonation . drinkability is scary with this beer as it carries a percent abv with it but is so delicious i kept wanting more . and did .,aroma,1.0,1
seeing that i live near great lakes brewing i am slow to getting to their complete listing . i ve had each most so many times i feel that i need to branch out to other breweries . no . logic . bah anyhoo . getting to this one here holy moses . good . almost too subtle hot day beer but a thirst quencher . not over the head strong a taste but that s okay here . lawnmower beer for sure just right on a hot day currently hotter n hades here with bonus humidity to boot . honey floral a bit lingering soft flavor .,aroma,0.6,1
pours an amber color with a little bit of off white head and limited lacing . not much of a smell possibly a bit of grain . the taste is of caramel malt and a hint of hops . a mostly grainy taste with a hint of sweetness and hint of hops to balance . there is little to no lingering aftertaste which aids in this being a nice malty crisp vienna lager . just enough body to make this not seem like you re drinking a beer . this is n t really a pilsner not as hoppy as most but i still really enjoy this as a fantastic session beer .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to ewright for this long time want . poured into a lost abbey tulip . pours an inky black with an inch or so of latte colored head . foam eventually dies down to a ring of foam around the edge of the glass . the nose is of malted milk balls cocoa licorice a touch of tar oaky spice and a hint of what i want to say smells like chlorine . not off to a great start . tastes of cocoa charred malt quite smokey and charred licorice hints of honey very oaky oaky to the point of spiciness a touch of chalk and some tar . lots of tannins . quite bitter and a even a bit acrid . i do n t get much bourbon out of this . gets much better as it warms molasses and leather notes begin to emerge . still quite bitter burnt and tannic though . mouthfeel is heavy and full bodied . not too sticky . well carbonated . spicy and surprisingly well attenuated . the spice and heat of the beer make it a bit tongue numbing even . yeeeah so not my favorite . let s just say the pappy barrels could have gone to much better use . i have another bottle of this that i plan on waiting to open for quite some time .,aroma,0.4,0
picked this up at vintage estate interested to try a new local unavailable in my parts . poured into a tulip pint fingers of attractive white foamy head over a hazy dark orange . plenty of fast tiny bubbles . head drops to a finger weird smells coming out of this one crisp lemon raspberry but also a strange savory flavor like overly sweet ketchup which is a turn off . that fades over time but is still detectable . citrusy up front in the taste lemon orange but that sweet ketchup y taste is there too kind of unpleasant . the aftertaste turns kind of musty like a lot of macros or euro lagers . mouthfeel is not bad full active but smooth . it s a shame the peripheral aspects appearance mouthfeel were impressive but there was something off about the smell taste which would make me avoid this one in the future . do n t know if the bottle conditioning had something to do with it i did n t see a date on the bottle . i d be willing to give it another chance but not more than one .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle with vintage ff where date code should be . served in oz stemless snifter . a pours a very clean but dark red orange closer to a barley wine than a dipa . without much vigor it produces a half finger creamy off white head . this does n t stick around long and leaves a thin bubbly lace with one large continent . lacing sticks fairly well for the high alcohol . s the nose is n t as strong as you would expect from an imperial ipa . i get some citrus fruit up front grapefruit and orange . then a big slap of oniony garlic vegetable esque alcohol smell unpleasant at this level . there is some sweet caramel malt in the middle but you have to search for it . not much hop presence here and i do n t think the beer is that old . t the taste almost completely allows one to forgive the unruly and imbalanced aroma . sweet and fruity up front i get nice amounts of grapefruit and orange followed by big caramel malts some bubblegum and then a powerful but pleasant bitter and dry finish . some complain about the heat on this one but hey it s . abv and it is n t so bad all in all . the earthy piney resinous and bitter ending actually melds well with the alcohol that finishes this brew off . the linger is mild and flavorful with woody notes . m the mouth feel is possibly the most accurate for the trend of this style . it is medium to medium full with a resinous sticky character . somewhat chewy and pretty darn juicy to boot . the carbonation is low but the tight bubbles it does have work well with the bitterness giving off an overall creamy effect . o i am revisiting this one after a good three years hiatus due to many diverse tangents . i remember loving it for its extreme nature and i still do to an extent . the nose is nothing to boast in fact its a bit egregious for the same reasons i disliked olde gnarly wine but the flavor is everything i wanted unlike ogw . this beer would be a great candidate for some cedar and or oak barreling . i would try that beer .,aroma,0.4,0
this ale pours out a dark amber with a small off white head . the aroma is grainy with a bit of hops . its flavor is quite mild . the malt and the hops are quite subtle . there is caramel malt and roasty tones but nothing really stands out as the dominant flavor . mouth feel is on the light side of medium bodied and is moderately carbonated . this is a decent brew but does not stand out at all .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle poured into glass at the bruery reserve society initiation . thanks to our massive beer pooling efforts and relentless attacks on the tasting table we were able to amass quite a bit of each bal aged papier incarnation . the brandy version was much better than the bourbon and regular papiers but not quite up to the level of the ridiculously awesome rye papier . pours a muddy brown color with minimal head . aroma is amazing brandy caramel brown sugar dark fruits vanilla and oak . flavor has all these same notes coming together really well with a strong but not overwhelming brandy presence . this is reminiscent of one of the better vintages of angels share . smooth and almost creamy on the palate not too boozy but having great alcohol warmth . carbonation is low but not nonexistent . drinkability is high . a really great beer overall . bummer i ll probably never have it again as rare as it is .,aroma,1.0,1
who needs black tuesday when i can celebrate with the dado royal black i brought back for myself . the one i have comes in a ml can costing me r . from a hypermarket in brazil . on to the beer the color is n t resemblant to its name . it shows ruby brown in a well lit place with dark creamy brown hues towards the bottom of the glass . the head is somewhat soapy looking at first but then drops to a milky cream texture . i m not a fan of the nose . it s bitter hoppy astringent with tiny chocolate malt and odd banana notes . i m not sure what this is supposed to be . i want to say dry stout but even guinness is better than this . there s a banana flavor that does n t seem to belong . i ll admit it has a little appeal but this tastes nothing like a bock schwarz dry stout whatever you want to call it . very lightly toasted grain light carmel like sweetness . it s light in the mouth with a smooth body . that s all the brazilian beer i get to have for the rest of the year and i end it on a very dissapointing note . maybe i should n t use dado bier for finales given the suspect quality of their beers . at least there s still the bottle of artisinal mineira cachaa i have yet to open .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance pours a clear mahogany body with a lasting lace inducing white head . smell lovely aroma of toasted fresh bread with earthy hints of nuts vanilla and molasses . plenty of those dark fruits too . taste upfront there s the flavors of dark scorched caramel with a bit of chocolate . sweetness remains light . there s a flash of lemon juice midway which leads into an earthy bitterness with strong notes of wood that further builds into an exceedingly and rather surprising dry finish . mouthfeel medium bodied . medium carbonation . drinkability starts off with a great aroma but the taste slips just a bit . oh and what an adorable looking bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
this is one of those beers that is good but not great . if someone offered me this bottle or i was in a pub in belgium and this was on draft i d take it but i am not seeking this out . there was also a great letdown for me from eyes and nose to mouth . poured from the stubby ml bottle into a tulip glass and the little yeasties floaters after a swirl or two i must add created a robust frothy finger head that left a solid sheet of lacing . the smell was overpowering with orange banana and sour apple fruit like smells coming through on top of the bitter hop smell mixed with caramel to complement a golden orange hue . but it tastes rather simplistic . that is not a knock i am just saying it is not a complex beer . it is medium bodied to be fair but it passes over the tongue like a wine spritzer you can taste a little bit of fruit and a little bit of alcohol but nothing to really note . there is a hoppy kick as it goes down causing a dry taste overall . and that s it . try it if you get a chance but there s better beers from this style out there .,aroma,0.9,1
pours very pale yellow . it s highly carbonated but there is n t any head . i ca n t smell anything . i really tried but the surrounding smells drown it out . tastes crisp and clean like a fresh rocky mountain stream . would be nice if i was eating hot wings or indian food or something due to the carbonation but otherwise not much to see here . did you know you can get schlitz for . per pack . did you know it tastes better than this . how about that .,aroma,0.3,0
poured into a pint glass . a a black ale indeed this beer is ebony through and through . finger thick tan head comes along for the ride with decent retention . lacing is surprisingly minimal on this one . s nose is strong in its piney scent . has a small backbone of roasted malts and chocolate but not much else . t much maltier and balanced than the nose oddly enough . citrus flavors explode on the front end before it melts into a sweeter beer with a roasted cereal character if you can imagine that . finally the back end brings those piney scents get a big payoff . really robust character with a notable bitterness . m lighter than id expect for a beer like this with a smooth creamy consistency and a prickly carbonation . finish is about as clean as you can find . overall notes really good beer . dont have much of a comparison as its my first black ale but i can say that its fairly enjoyable . the strongest suit is its balance,aroma,0.6,1
it pours a nice ruby infused brown color with a very light coating over the brew . the nose is nice . sour cherries light woody tannin light creamyness . very nice . the flavor is disappointing . where is the sour . where is the flavor in general . it is rather bland . i get a very light cherry and a light sour but it just lacks the kick i want . boo . the feel is a light moderate with a moderate carbonation . overall i wish this had a better flavor . the nose just teases me with anticipation that the flavor never delivers .,aroma,0.9,1
brown ale is my favorite style and short s bellaire brown is my favorite brown so i ve been eagerly anticipating this year s release of good humans . the label describes this as a dry hopped double brown ale so i m expecting something along the lines of dfh indian brown another favorite . this ounce bottle dated was poured into a pint glass . the pour yields about half a finger of foamy tan head . retention is not fantastic but the spotty lacing is nice . the brew is a deep walnut shade and is quite hazy . very little carbonation is visible . holy hop head batman . the first whiff of this beer gives off a ton of hops . i do n t know if short s has a go to house hop but this aroma is very similar in character to that of short s huma lupa licious and the liberator their ipa and dipa respectively . the hops are both floral and sweet citrus . beneath the hops is an aromatic brown ale in its own right . carmalized malts are noted on the nose . there is a faint scent of alcohol . hmmm . i m not sure how i feel about this flavor . this is a hop forward beer but not overwhelmingly so . it s not beating me over the head with bitterness or anything . the initial flavor is an orange like citrus combined with fresh garden vegetables think snap peas in the pod . it is sweeter than any short s ipa or brown ale that i ve tasted . the brown characters are somewhat subtle . the earthiness and caramel malt is noted but i really have to concentrate to pick it up . there is a decent alcohol bite but it does n t overwhelm . the finish is peas and cabbage . it s very strange and unexpected to say the least . good humans feels fairly light in the mouth . the bottle does n t indicate the alcohol content but you get that moderately high alcohol feeling on the tongue and in the throat as it goes down . carbonation is minimal . as the flavor is just bizarre and the mouthfeel somewhat underperforms i m not finding this beer to be all that drinkable . again there is no indication of the alcohol content but based on the taste and feel and the fact that it s marketed as a double i m going to assume it s . even if i was digging this i do n t think i d be able to drink many of them back to back . ultimately this is just a disappointment and not just because it s not what i expected . it s just a weird beer on its own merits a strange marriage of styles that yields few of the positive characteristics of either style . the two schlitz scale see my profile for an explanation frankly dear i do n t give a schlitz about good humans .,aroma,0.8,1
some decent malt then bit of hopbitterness and aftertaste . medium texture and watery . rather bland . not much hops . canadian relying on balance . water and sugar . slight fizz and yeast mid sip . the type to have cold as refreshing as you are not missing anything .,aroma,0.4,0
enjoyed on tap at the brewpub . maybe the worst thing i drank today . very malted to hide the spices . very corriander hoppy and yeast with a bananna aroma and taste and all of this adding to mouthfeel . kind of a wit . lacing . just does n t taste too great .,aroma,0.8,1
found this at de bierkoning in amsterdam . from a bomber into a snifter . appearance pours a thicker looking two finger off white head with good retention . clear with medium carbonation evident . burnt umber brown or mahogany red in color . head slowly fades to a decent film leaving some immediate lacing on the glass . a good film remains until the end and leaves some nice lacing down the sides of the glass . good looking beer . smell a very mild nose . too mild . some pale malt and the wheat malt is noticeable as well . some very mild citrus notes and a bit of soapy hops in the back . not very impressive . needs more punch in this category . taste pale malt with noticeable wheat malt as well which is unique for the style . a touch of citrus but more piney that the nose had advertised . a good amount of bitterness and some floral notes show through at the end . aftertaste is stronger and longer lasting with lots of pine notes and hop bitterness . the strong aftertaste was a pleasant surprise . much better than the nose had indicated . palate medium body and medium carbonation . creamy smooth on the palate goes down smooth and finishes with a bit of a scratch at the end . finishes slightly dry on the palate . no need for a scratch at the end at this abv . could use a little smoothening out on the finish . overall a decent beer and certainly good looking but not one i ll remember . the inclusion of wheat malt was an interesting twist but something just did n t quite impress . the nose definitely needs some pumping up and the taste profile could use some more at initial contact . this one could be described as a perfectly average experience with an aftertaste on gear . i ll probably skip this one and reach for their milk stout next time .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz bottle to pint glass with a best before date of . love the label design . the technicolor vertical striping is simple and eye catching . a pours with an enormous head that fills up most of the glass rises over the edge leaving maybe oz of liquid on the bottom . and i have n t even poured the entire bottle yet . the head is fluffy first and rocky later ivory white in color and incredibly long lasting . huge peaks and craters cover the surface . as it eventually fades chunky sea foam lace coats the glass . the body is rustic orange with medium saturation and very clear . very few interior bubbles . s light malt contribution of sweet bread and grains with caramel and hay more prominent as it warms . harshly hopped with dominant pine notes backed by dried orange peel and grass . a slight mustiness from the yeast . stunning and promising . t a let down given the performance of the nose . simply put the flavor lacks finesse . heavily bitter no problem there but papery and dusty flavors are off putting . m medium full body with a creamy yet minerally texture . very lively carbonation up front turns to fine and fizzy on the back end . extra dry finish . d above average brew with below average drinkability . truly great ipas above all else should be very drinkable . this one is not . high front end scores save the mikkeller from mediocre ratings .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a stubby ounce bottle into a willibrew pint glass . a pours a light golden copper color with a big fluffy two finger head of off white foam which holds like whipped cream . a chilled haze and light sediment are seen among the steady carbonation bubbles . great clarity and fine lacing . s smells like a light spicy caramel wort with fresh green hop leaves added to it . a light floral grassy pine smell is very clean and clear . t a very nice fresh hop oil flavor and bitterness attacks the palate at first . a very clean toasted biscuit flavor rolls about mid palate . a little spicy citrus fruitiness is detected before washing away ultra clean with a satisfying herbal hop bitterness . slight alcohol flavor but otherwise nicely balanced with moderate hopping . m mouthfeel is a little sticky and bitter but there is an overall creaminess and smoothness to this brew that makes it very easy to drink . d a nice spiciness and definitive hop profile make this a very tasty clean and fairly well balanced ipa . the . abv is appropriate in the taste though the flavor is undisturbed . i could probably have a few of these before i found myself not so mysteriously intoxicated . another successful ipa from the hitmakers at sierra nevada . i d like to see more of a sweet malty flavor to balance some of the hops but that s not what torpedo is about i do n t think . enjoy the constant hop flavor and aroma of a torpedo today .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a cloudy gold with a slightly dark tinge with massive head lingering for a while after . not much aroma at all to speak of which is fairly common among the tripel s largely due to the clear candy s which do n t impart much of a smell . great flavor a creamy full body full of a chewy malt and some fruit notes yet clean with the clear candy . love the mouthfeel . smooth and creamy through the swallow with a very mild slightly dry finish and pleasant aftertaste . i was pleasantly surprised by this brew as i expected to be disappointed when comparing to the dark and the grand reserve but in fact i found this very enjoyable .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a pilsner style glass from a oz big daddy bottle . noticable carbonation . a staple for sure if no faves are avail . . . abv calories per serving a . nice head intially but it was gone quick very little if any lacing . malty caramel color . s slightly skunky low point on this rating . t smooth malty well balanced a good lager for my pref no neg after taste m . heavy carbo slightly watery for a malty lager kinda weird for as much as i enjoy it . d . a solid lager indeed for a old time macro has body and malt but somewhat watery as compared to most microbrews .,aroma,0.4,0
the beer was light golden in color with a thin white head . not much of an aroma at all . if anything kind of smelled like a hoppy budweiser . some mild hops character up front but no lasting hop impression . i guess it is nicely balanced but still a bit thin for my taste . nice smooth mouthfeel with a crisp dry finish .,aroma,0.3,0
on tap at rose crown . a like melted chocolate with ruby highlights and a loose looking two fingers of mocha colored head that has some staying power . sheets of lacing that do n t do much sticking . s interesting mix of aromas cocoa and coffee in front backed by the vinous notes that others have mentioned . like a chocolate coffee consecration . pretty nice once i got used to it i really started to like it . i kept sticking my nose in the glass until it was gone . t the same notes are there but in different proportions . the wine is more subdued and the chocolate and coffee are prominent . and then i get the barrel . it reminds me of what i liked about parabola . the way that the barrel coffee and chocolate work together is great but the wine is somewhat of a distraction . m fairly average for a porter . the flavors reminded me so much of a big coffee stout that i kept wanting it to be thicker but the carbonation is too high and the creaminess was n t there . d while i could go for another that would likely be it . flavors are nice but it makes me want more . o had this on my last night out before i move to fl . glad i got a chance to try it . good but not great beer .,aroma,0.9,1
served on cask dry hopped with saaz a slightly hazy honey gold with a generous dollop of off white cream on top . leaves nice ladders all the way down . powerful fresh hop scent like being buried in bales of green leafy cones . creamy texture . toasty bready malt with piney hops and lots of resin . okay this kind saaz i like .,aroma,1.0,1
yep pretty much what i expected except worse . the brew delivers a very pungent peppe le pu scent that simply never went away . how can a beer with such a lack of flavor and character carry a scent that strong . clear straw and fizzy wraps up the appearance . grainy and earthy flavors never go anywhere . weak body with no texture but hey the carbonation seems abrasive . finishes grainy . and with that damn smell .,aroma,0.2,0
this anniversary brew of the amherst brewing company was purchased at the brewpub and was presented in a cobalt blue glass growler with a swing top lid . poured into an imperial pint glass a frothy inch of head formed over the reddish brown brew . head lasts and lasts and laces beautifully . light aroma of malt and some hops nothing earth shattering . taste is smooth medium malts with a light hops presence at the end and alcohol is not even noticeable . mouthfeel is so smooth and this it goes down so easy drinkability is excellent as well . hurry get some at the brewery before it s all gone .,aroma,0.6,1
well it looks good coppery gold with plenty of creamy head . hrm . it s called mallee bull but beer should n t smell like beef . this one had a distinct pong of beef broth in which rubber bands have been infused . needless to say tasting was undertaken with some trepidation . flavour was not quite as bad as the aroma but still unpleasant . aside from the meaty taste suggested by the aroma the finish is metalic then dies away . this gives a distinctly unpleasant watery feel . almost as if the beer is oxidized and infected . simply horrid my first ever drain pour .,aroma,0.2,0
a hazy straw pale with a light orange tint . poor head retention . large amounts of carbonation and no lacing . s coriander and wheat . t orange peel in the nose with a sweet honey note wheat body in the middle . m soapy wash but nothing noticeable in the slightly higher abv . d i prefer this at most commercial chain restaurants that sell shit beer .,aroma,0.8,1
what could i say about possibly the most boring beer in the world . apart from its smell nothing about it is particularly offensive instead just completely boring . fizzy yellow liquid skunky smell absolutely no doubt about that mixed with grass . tastes of pale malty water with extremely light bitterness . avoid . i should note the version i tried was contract brewed by lion nathan here in australia although that part of proceedings is played down with tiny print on the back label . it is well noted that most of the green bottle brigade always have large import on the label but that was strangely absent here . additionally the rear label has some bollocks about producing the same high standards of the heineken family from a century ago .,aroma,0.2,0
a pours a bright slightly cloudy golden with a frothy fizzy inch of white head . this diminishes quickly . plenty of carbonation for a couple of minutes anyway but head remains a thin ring . s banana clove medicinal quality in the background peach star anise . very inviting . t initially watery and lacking in flavour but after a couple of seconds ripe light fruits emerge . cloves comes through and the finish in clean dry . somewhat disappointing . m light crisp body . carbonation is too soft for this type of beer . d goes down very easily . smells very welcoming but lacking in other areas .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from bottle into nonic . a looks black at a glance but against light source it is a deep brown decent head faded almost entirely but left some thin layer at rim and had decent lacing s the aroma is not very complex with only slight hints of caramel and burnt coffee t the taste far outpaced the aroma with a sweet start hard to identify exactly mostly toffee and a bitter finish m full body without feeling thick with excess carbonation slightly sticky finish d great texture and flavor make for an incredibly easy drinker,aroma,0.6,1
had this on tap at barley s in late july . based on tasting notes poured golden with of white head with good head retention very good lacing s some herbal lemony hops t lemony hops a little breadyness . nice grainyness as this warms . finishes with a crisp lemony snap mf medium bodied with excellent carbonation balance drank too easy an excellent example of the style .,aroma,0.6,1
a comes in a tall boy can . the only way you can enjoy this beer pours into the glass with a big poofy cumulonimbus head . very clear brassy color s smells like two skunks fighting in an old oil drum . some generic malts . t smooth malty with minimal off flavors . good adjuntness . m goes down well or a cheap adjunt malt beer . not a sipping beer it s a gulping beer . no burn . feels like a abv but it s a d this is my other favorite happoshu . a wonderful cost effective third string beer for japan s market . great when you re low on cash or far away from the belgian beer store . available at convenient stores and supermarkets nationwide .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into a pint glass . appearance pours a luminous cloudy orange . great sticky head with solid lacing on the glass . smell i m not getting much of a nose from it . faint hoppy smell but nothing interesting . taste tastes great . malty bready upfront then a rush of resiny hops finishing very bitter i d call it a pleasant medicinal sort of bitter . malty burp . mouthfeel it s crisp and easy to drink but it has a little heft to it . overall a very drinkable tasty beer . it is n t necessarily interesting or mindblowing just a solid pale ale for a spring evening .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance jet black though not viscous . you can see through it good creamy head but fades to nothing in less than a minute . smell chocolate lots of malt good . taste also some coffee in there along w the above smells . no hops bitterness but this strange end of taste stinging . it s not hop bitterness and not alcohol . this stings on the sides of the tongue not the throat and it s only . etoh . mouthfeel ok but not that thick . overall i love anchor but the rating i gave this particular bottle was a little generous because of this . i can respect trying to do a good heavy bock but this one failed for me . this sting at the end and a soy sauce aftertaste makes me think either its infected gone bad or a strange mix of ingredients .,aroma,0.9,1
paid . for a bomber from bevmo in willow glen ca . poured into a pint glass with pours . one finger off white head after an aggressive pour . head dissipates to nothing in less than a minute . lighter carbonation . transparent light amber color . no lacing . lighter aroma of a hefeweizen . hints of bread yeast . watery yeast taste . rather average . lighter bodied . quality ingredients used lightly . somewhat on the easy side to drink but the flavor is nothing spectacular .,aroma,0.7,1
a . this one was a wee bit too cold and exploded on me alittle . oh well . cloudy hazy brown with noticable sediment . a good bit of lace sticks to the glass . s. the nose bursts of roasted grain coffee and fruit . i am intrigued . t. malty and a bit sweet borders on sour . a nice roasted finish still pulls through though . hops are tea like and fall a bit short of perfect balance . m. full bodied smooth and a bit creamy . lingering malty aftertaste . d. this is a good solid irish red . good from first sip to last . as usual sam adams delivers .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a medium amber with a half finger of white head that does n t stick around long . s great smelling . lots of nice fruit and hoppy deliciousness . t a little disappointed by the taste . if this tasted the way it smelled it would be one of my favorite beers . the fruitiness is there but it s muted slightly and more bitter . m slightly creamy mouthfeel but there s a bit of bitterness that lingers on the tongue that it slightly disappointing . overall a fantastic beer . it s odd that it s an amber as it tastes a lot like an ipa . it s great fresh but it diminishes quickly with time .,aroma,1.0,1
ml corked bottle nov. . bottled cloudy golden brew w a huge white head . to the nose i didnt get to much except some sweetness and malt . as i tiped the glass back to take a sip the white head took a minute to get though . with my nose covered in this beautiful head i finally got to the good stuff . wow . loads of malt . tons of sweetness with a apricot middle . the finish is warming with a fade of apricot then it returns quickly to the nose . a great brew despite the week smell and appearance . this was my first tripel and was deeply impressed .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter . . a black color . one and a half fingers of light brown head . retention is poor and leaves something to be desired . not really any lacing as a result . . s lots of oatmeal is apparent . this may be the most oatmeal laden beer i ve had . awesome balance between sweet and roasted flavors . moderate amounts of roasted barley and toastiness . smooth caramel sweetness with slightest touch of molasses and coffee . . t the taste is just about as good as the nose but the mouthfeel is too distracting for me to enjoy it . lots of oatmeal again with a corresponding mild sourness . roasted character is slightly less apparent in the taste and thus the wonderful balance is offset . molasses is stronger this time with light chocolate flavors . . m light body which is too bad because this would be a stellar brew is the body was a lot thicker . the wimpy mouthfeel sucks so bad that it carries over into the taste and drinkability . good moderate carbonation and otherwise smooth . . d lot of great things going on in this one but the body is way too damn thin . up the mash temp and brew this one again please .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to mikesgroove for this brew in the great black booty box he sent me . oz . brown bottle poured into a pint . a pours a rich mahogany with ruby tints . good visibility . fingers of fluffy light toffee head . decent retention then lays to a skim . ok lacing . s malty toasted nuts and light cola . subtle . t m great malt flavor . sweet caramel and lightly toasted grains . lightly toasted and caramelized nuts . high carbonation adds a light cola taste and texture . hops bring a fresh crispness . d tasty and easy drinking . would m ake an excellent session brew .,aroma,0.6,1
on the visit to san diego we drove out to alpine to sample the wares . except my partner in crime passed himself out in the back of the van . left alone to trudge on i put forth my best effort . a light orangey hue spewing forth grapefruit and mango goodness with a slight bit of malt . a nice bitter touch of sweetness and plenty of citrus fruit . pretty tasty nothing to go too wild over but enjoyable nonetheless . perhaps the sours from earlier in the day were still vengeful but i would think my excitement from the minute drive would overcompensate for any of that . at any rate i shall try a bottle in the future or perhaps find it at sd beer week if everything goes right .,aroma,0.9,1
i was determined to say something disparaging about this beer but it won me over . i thought the idea was silly and would not represent beer . but the bismark is a success . big thanks to eskimodave and everyone else who attended . catered for and brought drinks to a fantastic beer tasting in victoria last night . the brewdog special was the centrepiece of the tasting and it topped off a great evening . my oz was a cloudy mid orange brown . it looked like an eggcup full of any other imperial ipa . the beer is technically carbonated . i counted bubbles . the fizz registers on the tongue but only very vaguely . the nose is devastating . it smells like what it is a massively distilled ipa . i suppose that under the circumstances a badly balanced ipa would reveal its faults to the nth degree but this smells fantastic . rich rich bouquet of sticky hops almost eye burning . it tastes like the soul of an ipa . it is resinous sticky very sweet intensely aromatic oily on the tongue and able to fill your mouth and nose completely . it burns a little but is not unrefined . i find comparisons to scotch completely erroneous . it is its own thing . if you were n t into hoppy beers or beers at all i think this woud taste like some hideous experiment in wrongness . but as a lover of ipas i completely appreciated the beer and cradled the glass long after it had departed sniffing the last of the aroma greedily . great stuff . very worthwhile far in excess of my expectations of novelty .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle pours a dark brown with minimal head . smells of light chocolaty candy pieces hints of roasting malts and a touch of hops in the back . first sip is an odd mixed chocolaty roasted bitterness that quickly subsides into a bland milk chocolate taste like chocolate mixed with water . there is not much else going on here . such a light body . perhaps this appeals to a cross over crowd but this did nothing for me . i normally rate decent beers with a low abv with a touch more drinkability but i simply did not want another after this one .,aroma,0.7,1
numbers are to style . pours stout color . maybe closer to brown than to black and red wine notes can be seen when held to strong light . a beautiful fluffy tan head that frankly blows away the nitro draught version sure there s nothing like watching the bubbles rise on nitro poured guinness but this head is frothy and cloud like . fairly long lasting half a glass with a head then a inch cap the rest of the way . faint roasted malt aroma perhaps a hint of sweetness . good but faint and nothing special . i love this and am always amazed at this much taste in a brew with so little alcohol . roasted malts some bitterness both of grain and of hops a little sweetness and that sour tang that seems no longer to exist in the nitro draft guinness . light to medium body for mouthfeel definitely light for the style . aftertaste is of a piece with the taste . and easily the most drinkable stout i ve had i could drink this for hours on end if i still drank for hours on end . yep this is brewed in canada not dublin but boy does it taste good and boy does it make a mockery of the still somewhat enjoyable guinness draught .,aroma,0.6,1
a hazy orange head quickly dissapates leaving a nice lingerie lacing down my dead guy ale pint glass . s malt . . very little hops come through on the nose.other reviewers were correct you can smell this beer from across the room . t wow . . . very well balanced for the style oily hops are prominant giving way to a nice malt backing . over all sure to satisify any hophead such as myself m little hop devils dance on your tounge no offence victory nicely done double . drinks like any of the best singles . does nt leave my mouth all sticky like some other imperials i.e . dorado d well . its up to you . poet and i did ent know it i ll be finishing this growler tonite though . . .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to dstructo for this gem . poured from a ml bottle into a large cognac snifter . the color of autumn sunshine . . . if you could only really bottle such a thing . lol . medium head which dissipated slowly into lacing at the top . once the beer settles the sunshine look of it kinda hazes over a bit with more of a white element . the nose . wow . think of your nostrils being pummeled with a mallet made of grapefruit . intense citrus and definite grape fruit aroma is almost overwhelming but in a very very good way . never had anything like it taste as i go for the st sip i m almost squinting my eyes expecting to drink a form of carbonated grapefruit juice . and there was the magic of fantome not a grapefruit note to be tasted in the drink . not a one that i could pick up at least . great spicy taste some citrus back notes a bit of vanilla and oak as well but no grapefruit . an incredible beer . mouthfeel drinkability this is listed as a witbier but i felt it more as a saison . . . almost bordering on a sour . that said the drikability is definitely up there with witbiers . this could easily be the st of many glasses for me . smooth and very tasty .,aroma,1.0,1
. i ve had my eye on this beer for a while and finally sprung on it when i found a six pack for at the local five points here in athens . i m a bit wary however as wheat ales are n t typically worthy of aging well . i m a bit passionate about the interesting fruit choice in this wheat beer as it s not the most common choice . wailua means two fresh water streams mingling in hawaiian . interesting . date on bottle jun . please do n t let this be an expiration date . poured from a ounce bottle to a beer clean pint glass at room temperature . served at degrees fahrenheit . message under cap reads hau oli happy . we ll just see about that . appearance an aggressive pour yields a . finger depth fizzy head of a near white cream tone that recedes at a hasty pace leaving only a mild surface cover . a follow up beer thickens the head slightly but the beer still recedes at the same pace . beer color is a mildly hazy dark yellow . there s no remaining lacing to be seen throughout the entire drink . a casual level of carbonation streams throughout the glass . appearance is alright but the head quality is somewhat of a downer . . smell the biggest aroma in the nose is some fading wheat malts and perhaps some light fruity hop tones . potency is very mild . some swirling reveals tiny notes of tart fruit but even for a brew that was going for some subtlety this is one faded batch . very weak aroma . taste first wave is mostly pale and wheat malts slightly sweet fortunately not as dull as the aroma and appearance predicted . the fruit character really comes through most in the finish as tart and mildly sweet . it s almost a cider like tone in it s texture delivery leaving the palate quite dry . i ca n t tell if i like the passion fruit or not as i do n t gather much flavor from the fruit itself . those tones that i get come off far more subtle than they lead themselves to be . the wheat malt drags through the entire experience . the finish does n t last long with only a sweet malt tone and an overshadowing tart astringency lingering beyond the final gulps . it s not a bad wheat beer but i ca n t help but think that this experience would have gone better earlier in the summer . . mouthfeel a prickly level of carbonation tingles the tongue most of the way through the beer . the crispness is not terribly disturbing but perhaps a bit much regardless of the intentions or direction . there s a light body here and alcohol is tucked away well . finish is mildly dry and i attribute this to the character of the passion fruit . . overall the light hearted nature of this beer intrigues me to think that this would somehow be a great transfer to standard wheat beers from hard ciders like strongbow or woodchuck . wheat alone the beer delivers well enough tasting very much like most wheat beers on the market but tolerable nonetheless . the uniqueness of the passion fruit was not done as well however imparting the tartness and texture of the fruit while sacrificing the intensity and excitement of full flavors from the fruit itself . i d suggest this beer on the proviso that it be consumed as early in the spring season as possible and i d likely pass on it unless i see it at an appealing price much earlier in the season than late october . no later than august i might spring on next year . expect a re review next spring season . kona brewing company s wailua wheat c .,aroma,0.4,0
saint arnold amber ale pours a hazy golden orange color . lots of carbonation bubbles which jet towards the top in solo quantum speed fashion . head was small and fell quickly leaving just a ring of lace . smell is backed with a large caramel malt base . banana and orange fruit undertones . sugary carmelized sweet smell . fruity pebble cereal is the overall smell result very nice . man i ca n t stop smelling this beer . it s smell is amazing . picking up a faint vanilla extract smell as well . delicious . it was hard to move my nose away from the smell . but yeah . lets get onto the taste . upfront just like the nose has a strong caramel base . midway through light fruit tones provide balance . along with a nice citrus piney hop bitter . vanilla comes in on the finish along with the citrus hops . sweet upfront bitter on finish . a strange mix of flavors but it definitely works out well . not as amazing as the smell but still good . mouthfeel is creamy and dry . drinkabilty is awesome as these are perfect for sessioning . while this beer may not be spot on for the style it s quite unique . it s positives by far outweigh the negatives . making this a great beer in the st. arnolds line up . highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
ml into a tulip . pours a clear dark copper backlit reveals a dark garnet . dense towering head recedes leaving clumpy froth dangling . aroma as if a strong dark nol . crisp clean spicy . some smells seem happy no reason really they just do as does this . superb long evolving flavor . lots of candied dark sugars . indigestion is a possibility . nice peppery alcohol punches through momentarily before the phenolic long sweet finish begins . warms well . aftertaste till tomorrow . thick viscous mouthfeel . more of a strong dark than a quad cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
reviewed from notes because light lagers need some attention too . a the bottle has blue mountains so i know i have a cold and refreshing beer waiting to be enjoyed by me . the pour is clear and a sickly pale straw color . i do n t know that i ve seen a lighter hued beer than the one sitting right in front of me . a small white head fizzes down to nothing almost as quickly as it was formed . s t m faint corn and spiciness that s mildly reminiscent of a wheat ale on the nose . flavors are n t quite skunky but they re also far from fresh . it s virtually tasteless really . it s watery like i m drinking water that soaked grains for roughly seconds . the grain that s there is at least fresh tasting and spicy but i really had to pull the flavor recognition from somewhere deep down inside . d coors light is just that a lighter version of an already watery beer . i suppose a few of these would n t hurt on a super hot day when you do n t quite want water but you do n t quite want beer either . i reviewed this beer keeping in mind the style which is what i think a lot of craft beer drinkers forget . light adjunct lagers are n t my first or second or third etc choice but they are what they are .,aroma,0.7,1
oz . bomber shared with my brother poured dark brown but not quite black with a tan ring of head and many tiny bubbles floating upwards . also some sediment floating around the bottom of the bottle . smell was deep with plenty of sweet chocolate aromas and bitter grains . just a tad bit of alcohol spiciness to round it out . taste was somewhat raw with minimal coffee flavors heaped in with an intense dry bitterness imparted from the malts more chocolate but in the taste it was lest sweet than the smell and somewhat grainy hoppy flavor rounds out the taste . there was also a fair bit of alcohol punch to boot . further down the glass it borders on cloying as the sweet chocolate reasserts itself . mouthfeel was a little too agressive not allowing the malts to dominate . pretty flavorful beer if at times a little unrefined . there is a fair bit of confusion in the taste without anything mixing very well . overall worth the purchase though .,aroma,0.9,1
pours an onyx color with a thin tan head that leaves nice lacing . the aroma is intoxicating deep and bold arabica coffee notes upfront that is fruity and intense . high quality cacao molasses pepper cherry wood and a wallop of alcohol . really outstanding . the flavor is a letdown from the aroma with a broad sweetness that kind of smothers the coffee and roasted notes some cherry and plum notes in the background and an alcohol bite finishes things off . the mouthfeel is rich and smooth . an incredible aroma almost makes up for the cloying sweetness .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a ounce bottle . slightly hazy with a huge head . definitely overcarbonated . aroma is very nice surprisingly fruity almost like a belgian pale . taste is pretty basic almost like a lager . basic malt profile . mouthfeel is medium light . overall it s different but nice low hop bitterness very drinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
oz.bottle . pours a cloudy yellow with a minimal head that faded quickly . smell is of spices black pepper and lemons . has a refreshingly tart bitter sweet lemony wheat malt taste . a good brew to buddy up with after mowing the lawn on a hot afternoon .,aroma,0.8,1
c. cloudy h. orange n. sweet nice balance of hops and malt subtle pineapple wow well once again i felt like i should contact glade plug ins on this beer . the noise was soo sexy i was actually really excited about trying this beer . it had a perfect balance of malt and hops on the noise and let off a subtle scent of pineapple and i love pineapple . i put my mouth up to the glass tilted my head up and let that lovely scent of beer hit my senses and pow . i was attacked by straight malt and then possibly the worst after taste i have ever experienced . it tasted like dirt or smoke or something but it wo n t go away . the bottle says that it is an american style ipa well i think that belgium should stick to making their beers and not american style . cause our ipa s do n t taste like shit . this one sure does . score . id give it lower but it smelled like heaven,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a deep brown color with a thin head and slight amber tint on the edges when backlit . smell very sweet aroma with a caramel note to it but really very weak in the nose . even in a tulip shaped duvel glass and even as it warmed up there was very little aroma to snack on . taste roasty chocolate and a very stout like taste coming from the dark roasted malts . some slight bitterness in the middle with a sweet nutty almond . ending . very impressive flavor for a beer with such a weak aroma . mouthfeel smooth clean on the palate with a nice roastiness that lasts on the palate even after the beer is gone . drinkability for a bigger bear with so much flavor it is wonderfully smooth and easy to drink . aside from the weak smell i was very impressed with this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle with a bb date of . a murky reddis brown color with lots of bubbly carbonation and a filmy tan head . s strong whiffs of sweet malt grape and plums with a hint of alcohol . t alcohol definitely there not nearly as well hidden as some other quads . this overshadows the sweet malts a strong rum raisin taste . m somewhat thin bodied for a quad . heavily carbonated . d this ia definitely a sipper i enjoyed it a bit more as it warmed this is a nice night cap . not a beer to start your night with . o the smell is better than the taste experience . lacks malt backbone and is overburdened with the high alcohol . i ll give it a try after it sits in the cellar for a couple years .,aroma,0.7,1
this beer pours a beautiful jet black it looks super viscous like old motor oil . almost no head at all with the oatmeal i would have thought there would be at least some head retention . the beer smells absolutely beautiful . like bittersweet chocolate and espresso with some caramel and molasses notes . you get a hint of the alcohol but not too much it just lets you know it is there . this beer smells really fantastic . taste is a lot of the same . it tastes like black whatever that means . basically like dark dark chocolate espresso molasses and a little bit of dried fig or prune flavors . the beer is very sweet but there is a noticeable bitterness in the background . i would have preferred it to be a bit less sweet it was bordering on cloying . mouthfeel was viscous . you could feeel it coat you palate as it swirled around almost like cough syrup . the drinkability suffered a bit do to the extreme sweetness . however it was still an extremely enjoyable experience . overall a wonderful beer .,aroma,1.0,1
on opening this smells of dilute balsamic vinegar coupled with faux maple syrup . brown in color with hints of auburn . fairly clear . there is some sediment afloat and some hanging seemingly neutrally buoyant . there is a general sticky appearance . wherever the particulate matter is is where it shall stay . tastes strongly of honey but not nearly as sugary . which is not to say this is not sweet because it is . but it is not obnoxious . a bit cloying yes . but before it gets out of hand a snappiness of vinegar the oaken cure a mysterious sour grape and something that almost feels like co on the tongue keep this in check . i believed on the pour that this had no carbonation and i may be right . or i may be wrong too . i am a neophyte in the world of braggots and so forth . drinkability after small wine glasses of this i macgyvered a cork with a couple napkins and a piece of plastic wrap . although i d had enough i m looking forward to finishing this tomorrow . it s not something i could take in large doses . but that s not important anyways .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a hazy bright orange with a one finger off white head that dissolves rapidly and leaves no trace of lace behind on the walls of the glass . nose is full of pumpkin pie spices with a strong presence of ginger and nutmeg . medium to full in body with a mouthfeel that lacks the noticeable thick roundness that is typical of most ales brewed with real pumpkin . carbonation is light and soft . spicy pumpkin spices dominate the palate with clove being most prominent . a vague hint of biscuit like malts appear toward the back and the finish is long and spicy sweet . drinkable but overall a huge disappointment from the original pumpkin ale lacking in the proper characteristics particular to the best examples of the style .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark amber brownish colored ale with a bubbly off white head that dissapears quickly . a nice yeasty clove aroma with a hint of sourness . the mouthfeel is very watery and so is the flavor . you have to strain your tongue to get to the traditional flavors of this style . i could only get hints of a malty sweetness and some clove . maybe it did n t travel well to the us . for the record this was the third bottle from a case i gave the rest away to friends and half to a pretty girl who asked me to get this for her based on a memory of trying it years ago while in germany . i tried it three times same result each time .,aroma,0.7,1
whoa . this one was delivered to my table a cloudy cloudy tan color like fresh pressed apple cider . white head one finger thick displayed weak retention and soon became a thin skim . but it laced remarkably well in sheets at first . almost no aroma though the floral hops and lotus flowers do come through . the flavors were quite enjoyable and unusual . semi sweet rye and wet yeast floral hops in the middle and an herbal finish . as it warms the lotus flowers begin to impart their unique pleasantry . creamy ultra smooth mouthfeel aided by the typical vt pub low carbonation . this is a highly experimental beer and i m told the cloudiness was accidental but it s a great offering and one of the best beers they have produced in a while . like dating a model hit it while you can .,aroma,0.6,1
organically produced . . i hope the s no cow manure in this beer . appearance light orange with a big thick billowy white head . smell yeasty mostly with a little malt . taste very good . creamy buttery malt . a hint of caramel i detect . very tasty . mouthfeel crisp slighty watery no bitterness no carbonation . goes down too smooth . overall a very good ale . damn this was tasty . i shall purchase more . . .,aroma,0.6,1
a bit of on odd beer but not terrible . redish pinkish color and perfectly clear . nearly white pinkish head that goes away modertly fast . no lacing . an odd taste . it s a mediocre taste right off the bat and then you taste the fruity sweetness of it . other than the fruity sweetness apparently from beets which explains the color there is really nothing else interesting about this beer . not bad but not too great .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark cola color with a very small off white head . very little lacing is left on the glass . pretty boring looking actually . the smell was an interesting mix of sweet malt cocoa and even some fruits . taste was also somewhat sweet and malty along with the cocoa and a bit of raisin . not quite as enjoyable as the aroma . the mouthfeel left a lot to be desired . thin and very flat with almost no carbonation . overall this was a rather uninteresting beer .,aroma,0.8,1
pale golden color topped by a thick white lasting head that leaves some lace . sour slightly skunky malt aroma with a slight hop background . slightly sweet well balanced flavor with a sour bitter finish . not to bad but still a little on the skunky side . light bodied and smooth .,aroma,0.3,0
i was at the flying saucer with or of my closest friends . i was the first to have a loft . it poured a real clear yellow with a nice head . the aroma was of a sour hops . i thought there was something wrong with the beer . i passed it around and no one at the table liked it smell . the taste was of citrus and left a bitter taste in my mouth long after the liquid was gone . the mouthfeel was unimpressive except for the citrus . i found this a beer that i would drink again as long as i did not have to go out of my way .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle . rousse forte la canneberge et aux pices . which translates as strong cranberry and spice red ale . the name translates as the holiday season riverside . the name comes from the fact that thr riveraine line are brewed exclusively for the dpanneur de la rive by la barberie . a orange and tan foamy head that settles to a ring and some lacing . very dark red brown . amber and red highlights . s berries sourness some sweet fruity notes . t surprising amount of roastiness for a rousse . lingering but pleasant bitter aftertaste . lacks malt and berry in the middle especially for the style . overall not as good as smell . alcohol well hidden . some faint sour notes . mf surprisingly light too light really . not unpleasant though . d goes down very easily and has some character . a good but not great beer .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle into a frosty mug . a slightly hazy medium amber to copper in color with a substantial off white head fingers in depth . lacing was soapy obvious and wavy . s weaker aroma than i expected but i might have hyped the wet hops in my mind . floral hops and citrus dominate but the nose is still weak . t yipee . so not a let down . hops . luscious green citrusy juicy earthy piny spicy beautiful hops ride on a wave of simple malty sweetness . follows up a very mild bitterness to round out the palate . one taste and you ll understand what wet hops can do . what a great beer . m light to medium carbonation and decent density . a little stickiness but very mellow . very well done . d dangerously so . great aromatics . full of honest flavor . i feel like i m drinking a clean healthy ale . session at your own peril though since it s a wee bit high in alcohol . ok so i gained a lot of respect for sn after drinking this beer . i will seek this out again and again .,aroma,0.6,1
bought a four pack of oz nitro cans in purple and orange . very strange coloring at a local store . i m a huge fan of stouts so i m hoping this one is up my alley . extremely dark beer with small head but appearance has never mattered so much to me . it smells wonderfully of coffee bean and dark chocolate . i would n t change a thing about the smell . the taste is just a little bit dry at the finish for me but very rich and complex roasted flavors going on here . you ca n t really taste the alcohol which is my preference too much of that and i m turned off from a beer . the mouthfeel is basically perfect super smooth and unobtrusive just letting you explore the beer s flavor . it might be a bit too rich for sessioning but the drinkability is very high . this is not a beer you have to wrestle with to enjoy it presents itself meekly to you for enjoyment . quite a good beer to start my reviewing off with . probably my favorite stout that i have tried so far .,aroma,1.0,1
a brown with a hint of red at the edges . three fingers of mocha colored head retains well great lacing about the best i ve seen . s mostly malty but an interesting balance with grassy hops . aroma is not that intense perhaps too cold . as it warms i get hints of brown sugar and plumb . t malty up front with brown sugar maple syrup and a hint of coffee . mid palate is hoppy and piny giving it a unique balance . finishes bitter alst dark chocolate . m smooth and crisp at the same time . small carbonation no alcohol heat . o this is a fantastic ale i think my favorite seaonal . i highly recommend it . quite complex with great hop and malt balance .,aroma,0.7,1
a moderate pour yielded a thick finger tan head on top of a middling brown body . the rocky head slowly recedes leaving some lacing . it would not be hyperbole for me to say that i could hardly smell this beer . i mean what little hints of malt i could pick out seemed decent . hell even pseudo bocks like shiner have more going on in the nose than this . taste picks up the major slack left by the aroma . some nutty roasted and toasted malt followed by a rather hearty hopping . the hops have the loudest voice here and the malt seems faded . good flavors just watered down a bit . also the malt profile reminded me of a bock schwarzbier hybrid . mouthfeel was not so hot . again it feels way too watered down for a bock yet it still manages to coat the mouth slightly . drinkability is a headache as the entire time i m drinking this i m wanting the flavors aromas and mouthfeel to be more bock like . thanks to jpm for this extra .,aroma,0.3,0
on cask at glouster arms in oxon . poured a deep black with a dark tan head with fantastic retention . the aroma was subdued but featured some malt notes rasin and a bit of esters on warming . the flavor is dominated by a superb nutty ness up front backed by some strong caramel notes around l . on warming these notes give some room to black patent roast and more raisin flavors . there is a nice backbone of firm bittering more so even compared to many american counterparts . there is a substantial medium high body with good viscosity but not cloying . the firm bittering keeps the body from bogging down the beer . i was pleased to see dark beer wrestling cask space away from the thousands of bitters usually out and this was a fine example to argue for increasing that trend .,aroma,0.6,1
troegs java head was my stout selection at the beer store the other day . one of the great things about stouts is that the sweetness of the malt shines through and the hops that can make beer bitter is usually vague . coffee stouts tend to bring back that bitterness and not only that they double the bitterness of the typical roasted taste . i have been searching for that coffee stout that leaves the smokiness behind in favor of coffee flavor . reasonable of me . probably now . nevertheless i am on a quest . java head pours nearly perfectly . a nice sticky head appears after a rather aggressive pour which i tend to do with bottles because it s hard to get a good head formation . however i did n t have to pour aggressively to get a good head here . the mocha colored head sits atop a dark body that appears to be of a medium to heavy body . the smell is very faint . more faint than i would expect from a strong beer style with gt abv . it does have a mocha nose that i tend to love in a stout . roasted malts come through and is that some hop character i detect . very faint . as the head dissipates a nice sticky lacing is left on the side of the glass . it has decreased by by now mins and is still about an inch thick . like i said no need for that aggressive pour . the coffee flavor is noticeable more on the back end than the front . it pretty much replaces the back end bitterness of hops with bitterness of coffee . exactly how it should be . the bitterness of the roast is n t added upon but rather they are two distinct flavors that evolve as a drink is consumed . i can definitely taste the hops though . almost as present as in pale ales but the coffee taste quickly replaces it . very nice lacing rings after each sip by the way . i love rings . i am going to judge mouthfeel by what i expect this java head stout to have without an aggressive pour which sucks up the bubbles before i get to feel them . i like thicker stouts but a nice porter like feel keeps this coffee loaded concoction from feeling like jailhouse sludge . this beer is very drinkable and has no abrasiveness . you have to like porters stouts subtle hops coffee and alcohol to like java head as all those distinct flavors come together in their pleasantly decorated bomber . good stuff . glad i picked it up .,aroma,0.6,1
a beautiful deep amber caramel color with a thick off white head that remains for quite some time until it dissipates into nice lacing . s surprisingly little nose on this beer . it has some maltiness and caramel notes but again not a ton there . t i am glad that this is the best part of the beer . caramel and malts up front with some fruitiness towards the back . the strength of flavor certainly makes up for any lack of smell that this beer carries . delicious dubbel and i can not taste the alcohol . m smooth with some crisp carbonation more than i expected actually . o does not hurt my impressions of belgian beers this is a phenomenal example of a dubbel . i could have another ml bottle easily .,aroma,0.6,1
okocim porter is my first baltic porter as well as my first to my knowledge from the okocim brewery . pours a good size head with very nice retention . very dark when held to the light there is an amber color around the edges . very appealing to those of us that like them dark . the smell is average its not bad or obtrusive but there is very little of anything that i could smell neutral to the most . taste made this beer . its fairly simple but sometimes excellence is in simplicity . roasted malts are dominant very well balanced not overwhelming here or in alcohol taste either . no overwhelming aftertaste hardly any one to speak of at all . very clean finish . i would say more on the dry side as well . the mouth feels fantastic holding the beer crisp as a beer should taste but somewhat understated to my palate very agreeable . i would rate this as a very drinkable beer certainly would n t mind having another and would highly recommend anyone especially those that like the darker beers pick one up .,aroma,0.6,1
is what it is . only ever see it at indian restaurants and only ever would drink it at indian restaurants . not that great i admit but goes well with the cuisine especially if you like greasy and spicy . very drinkable . not something i would drink any other time but is a great option when eating indian .,aroma,0.4,0
i am brand spanking new here and i do not feel truely qualified to rate a beer . i hesitated in doing so because i did not want my novice opinion to throw the curve off . however i can not restrain myself with this abomination . first of all i am a glbc fan . i love their burning river elliot ness and other brews . i was extremely impressed by the christmas ale and should have bought more when i could . this brewery spoiled me immediatly with the fact that their beers are readily available here in the central ohio area and they are just excellent . i waited for what seemed forever for this beer to arrive at my local dealer . while waiting i tried sierra nevada s summerfest and bells oberon . ahh summer beers are here . both of these beers flat out hit the mark in my opinion . i expected the grassroots to do the same . now i know there are some serious differences between all three of these brews but i expected it to at least taste refreshing . uh no . i picked up a sixer the day grassroots arrived . i was giddy with excitement for some reason . i guess i am going through a phase . anyways to the refrigerator it went for about hours . i could not wait to try this new brew . i pulled one out of the refrigerator and popped the cap . i then poured it into a regular pint glass . it was then that noticed the offending odor . it smelled exactly like scrapings from the underside of my mower deck . days after i mowed . strange but i kept an open mind . upon raising the glass to take the first drink i found my nose under the mower deck again . i had to put the glass down at this point . finally i took a gulp . mind you it almost was rejected my my esophagus . this process went on for a few more sips . fast forward minutes and i was holding my nose to get it down . it had an overwhelming taste of asparagus of all things . i thought i was crazy . i thought maybe i did not have what it takes to enjoy a good brew . the next day i returned to the store that i purchased the grassroots . to cut to the chase i was directed to saison dupont . that evening i was introduced to a real farmhouse beer . it had as much in common with grassroots as a machine gun does with a spit wad . i was so confused by the grassroots brew that i emailed glbc with my concerns something i had never done with any other beer . three or four days later i received a professional and personal email from an area manager . she explained what a farmhouse ale was and appeared to think i was expecting something else . she in fact mentioned saison dupont . she really seemed to be surprised that i did not like this beer . it led me to believe that maybe a bad batch got out and offered to send her my remaining bottles . over several emails she continued to be genuinally concerned of my findings and i was very impressed . i explained to her the fact that i felt silly for even contacting them in the first place . i provided a batch number and have not heard back at this point . with these reviews ranging from a to f i am still confused . i know several other beer snobs who have tried this and have come to the same conclusion it is a terrible drink . do your self a favor and go in on a six pack with your buddies if you plan on trying it for yourself . personally i will never ever drink this beer again . will i continue to buy glbc brews . absolutely . i hope they fix whatever is wrong with this beer and wow me in the right way next time .,aroma,0.2,0
a pours the typical ipa orange hue with a considerably thin head and great carbonation . very slight lacing . s the aroma of ibus . i could just smell this beer all day long . there s also notes of lemon and citrus like the packaging suggests . it all comes together to blatantly say that this beer will be bitter and for that reason i love it . it s blatant and unmistakable . t there s hops in the front or is it citrus . or is it citrus hops . it all blends quite well and does n t seem to lean more to the hops or to the citrus . luckily for me i enjoy the balance quite well . on top of the taste it does n t take long at all for the bitter aftertaste to build up . later on in the beer pine notes emerge too . after a minute or so i thought to myself that i may be missing something and then it struck me the malt bill . to be honest there was n t much malt to speak of . after a minute or two of letting it sit i may have noticed hints of caramel . this is the kind of boldness i d love to see in all dipa s . m medium thick almost syrupy . goes down pretty smooth and leaves a slightly sticky finish . not actually too dry for a dipa . d a hint of booze in a background way . not really noticable unless you re looking for it . went on a trip to the states to pick up hopslam and this . i feel that this get s buried by the hopslam hype . it seems to be overlooked and it s a shame . i find not only does it compete with some of the best for bitterness but it has a superb price as well . i plan to get this again before it s all gone . i d recommend that any hop loving fan of bitterness picks this up . this beer does wonders for . . a more or less sessionable dipa without not lacking flavor . it s a giant shame this is seasonal .,aroma,1.0,1
poured vigorously into a snifter but still producing little head . expected a higher abv for a belgian ale but its okay i ve got a few higher ones around . a disappointingly small head did not produce the lovely picture on the bottle . definitely a coffee brown with nice roasted red tinge . s amazing smell of dark chocolate and roasted coffee no sweetness to it but very pleasant . t the coffee in the smell comes through the strongest with a hint of the chocolate . finishes with a defined taste of . firewood . it s good but a bit unbalanced . m thick and hearty with a low amount of carbonation and a lingering creaminess . d a bit of a low point here as i do n t think i could drink a sixer of this . just a bit too much . plus all the burnt flavors make it a one or two beer . overall very interesting . relatively accessible but still imposing . i d try it again .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a pilsner bottling cellar temp appearance transparent ruby brown beer yields a tall head that is a cream color . the head has n t lasted too long but has left a bunch of sticky lace on the glass . large and small craters are created . smell wow . butter cream pecan caramel custard . this beer smells quite buttery . alcohol . butter rum lifesaver anyone . awesome . taste bready and nutty . date bread pecan almond . not as complex as the aroma but still very nice . lingering alcohol finish . mouthfeel smooth but the booze gets in the way of some of the flavors . medium body and some hop bitterness . nutty and warming . it is a winter warmer after all . drinkability this could be the best winter warmer i ve ever had . it s probably my least favorite style . i wish the taste could keep up with the intrigue that the aroma created . i expected something to be truly smooth and buttery the whole way . hops and alcohol put that notion to bed . overall a decent beer .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled this beer in an unfrosted mug at a local restaurant . a very cloudy almost looks like cloudy chicken broth in my mug . this is a definite switch from the usualy filtered clear beers i m used to . s i could smell the spice but for the life of i ca n t equate in my mind what it could be . smells quite nice though . i do smell some malt below the spice . t the taste was not bad at all . the malt came through along with some hops and the so far unnamed spice . it all balanced nicely making for a rather tasty brew . m thin but for a wheat beer thin is about the norm from my experience d is good . i like this style a whole lot . this is quite a switch for anheuser busch and truth be known is a rather nice switch from the usual fare . if i can find this outside of a restaurant i will buy it . prost .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a deep amber hue with a huge rocky off white head that s sticky like meringue . leaves splotches of lacing down the glass . s smells very inviting . full of citrusy hop aromas pineapple grapefruit and orange and some pine scents as well . t taste is different than expected . almost entirely bitter the whole way through the beer introduces itself with a mix of earthy and woody hop flavors . a biscuity malt backbone comes in later and seems to contain some rye . m pretty average for an american ipa not too heavy not too light . d moderately drinkable it would be nice if the malt flavors competed a little more with the hops to help balance it a little .,aroma,0.9,1
this is a february bottle almost months later and judging from the reviews it is way past its prime . too bad because it looked great dark with solid black coffee with sugar sweetness . the taste was like a beer cocktail combining a coffee stout with a sour lambic . some may like this blend but sad to say that i had to dump it . it did n t make me gag but the taste and smell do not work together . thanks to mjohn for throwing this in a recent trade .,aroma,0.9,1
it s always irritating to go to a restaurant and see a beer list that reads like this domestic on tap bud light budweiser widmer hefeweizen imported on tap stella artois heineken . vomit . this is a champagne ish yellow beer . not much carbonation head but certainly not unattractive . i d say it s appearance is the best thing about it . no smell to speak of carbonation is reminiscent of tonic water and the mouthfeel is once again carbonated water . taste has a hint of malt and some sort of weird spice after taste . completely foul .,aroma,0.2,0
decided to grab a bottle at volo to finally get an idea about what this great canadian brewery is up to . dark oaken pour with a frothy mocha head that left some touches of lace as it slowly dissipated . the aroma has to be smelled to be believed . its as if i ve plunged my nose into the coffee grinds i use for the morning cup of joe . this is a wonderfully smooth and intense hit with great notes of cocoa . the flavour is nicely nuanced and contains a lot of coffee while also managing to stay balanced in part this is due to generous notes of chocolate and caramel which take the edge off the coffee bitterness . everything is capped by a slightly herbal dry finish . my only complaint would be the body . its good for a regular stout but in an ideal world i would have gone for something bulkier and played off the breakfast theme by throwing a bit of oatmeal in the mash . if half pints always brew like this i ll be happy and it sure bodes well for the burly wine that i have at home . i think i need to do a bit more investigating .,aroma,1.0,1
a very pale yellow with literally no head or lacing at all . s smells like it looks almost non existent . t very light with a nice crispness . this is a lawnmower beer plain and simple . no offensive flavors hell no strong flavors at all . almost no bitterness at all . just clean and crisp . m very thin and plain . d given the low abv and the thinness you could probably drink a approximately a boatload of these . especially on a hot day . honestly i think this was my favorite shiner just due to the fact that i consider it a lawnmower beer and it accomplishes that goal handily . the fancier shiners just fall way short of their goal while this one seems to have hit its desired mark .,aroma,0.4,0
golden and strong light citrus aroma . this bottle had a heavy ammonia odor also so my sample and evaluation may be tainted . otherwise another failed american attempt at a belgian ale . however i will say that this bottle s label is the most artistic and attractive that i ve ever seen on a brew .,aroma,0.3,0
a ounce bottle poured into a dfh signature glass . a a perfectly clear golden brown . the shade on this one is absolutely beautiful . not a lot of head a in of fizzy head fades quickly . a significant amount of lacing though . s this is easily the most bourbon i ve ever gotten in a nose perhaps because it s on a brown ale rather than a big stout but still . i get some sweet malts too almost hints of raisin in the sweetness but the nose is just dominated by a sweet bourbon . it smells awesome but i m concerned that it s going to taste a bit too sweet . t this is one of the more unique brews i ve sampled . upfront is strong bourbon which is quite pleasant . you get some notes from the oak too . underneath the bourbon and noticeable oak flavors is a somewhat standard ale . it s not too sweet as i feared but it s right along the line . definitely one to sip on . the alcohol is noticeable but not overpowering . the aftertaste is more oak than anything else . it s a good flavor but the bourbon is n t of the highest quality so it s unable to break above a b for me . m a bit thin to be sure . finely carbonated though . o an incredibly unique bourbon ale . i m glad i have three more to savor . i d recommend trying this one if you come across it but do n t trip over yourself to locate it .,aroma,0.9,1
have had it on tap in many food and drink establishments in the dallas ft. worth area . great with steaks beef fajitas and brisket . clear brown brew no cloudiness or sediment . not much head smooth and refreshing . slightly nutty . very refreshing on a hot day .,aroma,0.7,1
oz green bottle with no freshness dating . the beer is a decent gold with large but quickly collapsing head . massive skunk nose . when i opened the bottle it was overwhelming . same when i poured . taste is sweet and slightly sulfuric and that skunk funk lingers . it really distracts from what ever other taste is in the beer . the mouth is solid but not overly inspiring . no reason to drink this one any sub american macro old milw red dog etc is better . way over priced at . for a single .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a cloudy golden color . various size bubbles rise to a thick frothy head . the head falls to an island of loose bubbles a ring and dusting that leaves spots of lacing. mind blowing aroma . orange mango papaya grapefruit pineapple . candied hops . sweet and floral it tickles my nose and begs to be tasted . herbal sweet and peppery . its flavors borderline on astringent . i taste tropical fruits with lots of green and white pepper it is earthy and reminds me of kind buds . medium body sticky bitter astringent . hides the alcohol well this beer goes down easier than it should .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle . pours clear copper with off white head . some lacing and moderate carbonation . aroma has some caramel alcohol maraschino cherry . and biscuit . taste is bitter hops and a sweet sticky maltiness . medium bodied with sticky slick texture . bitter finish . this is not my favorite flavor profile but it does have loads of flavor . malt heads should enjoy this quite a bit .,aroma,0.8,1
i m on a black tan kick right now . they guy at surdyk s was pushing this this week so i gave it a shot . serving temp f in pint glass a slight white head that quickly faded away to nothing leaving no lacing . s almost no aroma to be found . the golden ale is more noticible though t caramely with some sweet notes . what i was expecting m not at thick as i would like it to be . very light on the tongue . d although it s not a great brew.it is very drinkable . once i m done with the pack i purchased . i ll never buy this one again.they re just better choices out there .,aroma,0.3,0
a a very clear reddish gold with a thick white two finger cream head that stays around . s it has a very nice blend of spicy citrus and slight pine hops that are clean and subtle . t a sweet malt bill but is covered almost entirely by the bitterness of the hop . way too much bitter that over powers the malt character . aftertaste is like you have been chewing on pine needles . m fairly thick and chewy . sits heavy . carbonating is correct level o the aroma is great but the taste is way over bittered with pine .,aroma,0.9,1
i love the look of the nitro tapped beers . pale golden in color large lasting head and lot s of sticky lacing . not a lot going on in the aroma dept . i smell a slight lemony hoppiness . sweet malt flavor . some caramel . mild bittering hop finish . goes down easy and smooth . extrememly smooth and creamy mouthfeel . easy to drink . easy to session . this beer serves it s purpose well .,aroma,0.6,1
smell far less maltier than i would have suspected . slightly grainy actually . appearance clean filtered . almost looks domestic in color can you tell i do n t drink a lot of blondes . formed a huge off white head which is slowly settling down to a respectable level . taste not doppelbock like at all . i m used to huge bold flavors . although malty it is very much subdued . slight bitter finish . it actually tastes much more like honey . whats intriguing about that is honey beers never taste this much like honey . and i have a thing for honey . mouthfeel very silky very nice . much thicker than i would have anticipated after the aroma and color comments . drinkability well i was completely taken by surpise by this beer it was nothing like i thought it would be . i would have preferred the head to remain pillowing thru the begining to end of the beer but only a few brewers can pull that off . not complex but doppels rarely are . this was a good beer i enjoyed drinking and reviewing it . and i still taste honey in my mouth .,aroma,0.4,0
a medium amber copper color . thin head little lacing . s probably the best thing about this beer . citrus and a little floral . t pretty bland for a pale ale . taste reminds of bmc products apparently . m few tingly bubbles on the tongue . it says full bodied on the label but i m not getting it . d o overall it leaves a bit to be desired . probably could put down a few of these but if your going to do that may as well grab a better tasting apa .,aroma,0.8,1
from notes eye poured into a weizen glass . cascading head when first poured . looks great . head retention is very nice head is a nice white in color and keeps a finger foamy rocky head at all times . color is that of wet oak maple . nice foggy darky yellow brown in color with absolutely no hints of transparency . this is how i expect every wheat beer i drink to look . nose huge hop aroma i ve not ever seen this in a hefe weizen before lots of citrus and floral character . very complex aroma not only do you get hop aroma from what i m pretty sure is cascade but you also get malt sweetness general fruitiness and banana and clove phenols esters from the yeast . also some spiciness and warmth from the alcohol . this beer has by far the most interesting nose i ve ever smelt not only that but it is balanced as well the aromas weave in and out of each other everything making itself known . great fusion of american and german here . i love it . tongue alcohol is noticeable in this beer . on top of noticeable alcohol flavor it also adds some spiciness . however it does add to the overall flavor of the beer . the alcohol is apparent right away but it is then balanced by the banana and clove flavors coming from yeast . big hop flavor as well very floral with some citrus general fruitiness is also apparent . wheat malt is there in the back to support all of this but i do n t think that its enough . the beer is pretty warm . .the way that the alcohol mixes with the phenols esters creates a completely new type of flavor . not quite as balanced as the aroma led me to believe very unique though . overall its kinda like an american wheat double ipa fermented with the german bavarian hefeweizen yeast strain . after i ve had quite a few more sips i feel that the beer would benefit from the alcohol being hidden much more than it is . its just too up front and i feel that it hides much of what is underneath . .even though the forwardness of the alcohol helps to balance the brew . mouthfeel and drinkability quite a full bodied wheat beer . then again it is above so i guess that it is only natural that it has a much more significant body . as afore mentioned it is a bit warm it leaves the palate with some alcohol warmth and taste after it is swallowed . finish is semi dry but for me it is heavier on the dry side . this is one that i could n t drink more of in one sitting . a nice venture for schneider and brooklyn but i do n t think that i ll be picking it up again . its good unique adventurous etc . but once was enough it just does n t do it for me . this is truly one to pick up never have drank anything that is even close to being this unique before . if you can get your hand on this then pick it up .,aroma,1.0,1
big hit of citrus hops right off mostly grapefruit . then i get some treacle like caramel malt aroma . there s also a bunch of fruity yeast esters . pretty complex . orange and cloudy . poured with not much head that fades to not much less but still not much head . almost no carbonation bubbles are visisble . high hop bitterness but the back end is strong crystal and caramel malt . there s more frruity esters in the flavor along with citrus hop flavor kind of orange peel . there s some diacetyl and also a wierd earthly spent grain flavor . nice beer . british ipa is a much different animal that what we re used to . kind of like an esb amped up a notch .,aroma,0.9,1
hazy dark amber brew with quickly disapating head . malt smacks you about the face when you get your nose anywhere near it . best served at degrees is listed on the bottle and i ca n t agree more . it s fantastic when on the cooler side but gets a bit overpowering when it warms . even when it s cold the malt wants to stick to the roof of your mouth . worth the . for the pack i found on sale .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a pilsener glass . clear light gold color with dozens of bubble columns feeding the white finger head . aroma is corny adjunct with little to no hops . taste is of malt husk and adjuncts but not as vile as most american macros . quite refreshing and smooth . great beer for a hot day .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours out a dark brown body with a small tan colored head . smell potent intense chocolatey aroma much like a godiva type liqueur . there s some roastiness and notes of pine in there too but first and foremost its chocolate . taste i do wish i had a sam adams chocolate bock on hand to compare this to . oh well . the taste is chiefly that of a mouth full of dry dusty cocoa powder . any flavor in here turns suddenly to a sharply tart sourness that is rather long lasting . mouthfeel medium body with a watery texture . low carbonation . very chalky on the finish . drinkability a bit of a stomach churner . now i wish even more that i had that sam adams chocolate bock so i could go ahead and dump this and switch to that .,aroma,0.8,1
received this one from demcorhip from his canbif haul sent to me . thanks my friend . pours a amber cooper good head that settles down to a decent film and laces very nicely . after emptying the contents of the can into the glass i stuck my nose into the empty vessel i highly recommend doing this . it smells like a dry hop heaven . the hop aroma in the empty can was far more intense and concentrate than above the wide glass . aroma of hops some citrusy some piney then some more hops some pinnaple some grapefruit and then a little malt and a little more hops . dipas aroma s are awesomely hard to describe . flavor was of biscuity malt some sweetness and a whole lot of hops . a alcohol note is also present a little to upfront for me to enjoy . all in all a very nice beer .,aroma,1.0,1
turbid appearance completely opaque . the head is fleeting the body unsurprisingly is the color of mango flesh . tons of mango on the nose . sweet and tart mango flesh with an herbal citrusy hop note buried under the fruit . a great nose i really like the fruit character . tastes like bitter mango juice . the fruit flavor is huge but thankfully more citrusy and lightly tart than sweet . there s maybe a hint of malt but the mango really obliterates the base beer . hop flavors are present in the form of citrus and herbs . it finishes similar to masala mama bitter and punchy but clean . the malt character of masala mama is lost here . this was fairly enjoyable and very easy to drink but i would n t go out of my way to try it again . when it comes to ipas i prefer the fruit flavors to come from hops .,aroma,0.9,1
a deep reddish brown body with transparency allowing images through clearly . head is superb at two plus inches with a thick frothy firm texture and top of the line stamina . this is an amazing looking dipa . s citrus hops are clear and evident as they fill the room upon pour . i can not wait to sample this hoppy brew . t citrus and leafy hops accompanied by a slightly sweet malty backdrop . m ever so slight coarse feel along the top of my tongue . thick and chewy feel throughout with a sticky remnant on my lips . this is a solid brew . one that i would love to sample from a fresh tap . i bet this bad boy really packs a punch when only a week in the keg .,aroma,1.0,1
the beer pours to a nearly opaque black with ruby highlights . has a nice fluffy tan head that does n t leave much of a lacing . the smell is n t too great what little there is . when inhaling deeply i manage to smell a lavender soap aroma with some malt and spicy hop . this is one of the best tasting schwarzbiers i ve had . it does n t seem to make direct contact with the palate . i could chug this beer like water and not know the difference until i stopped drinking and tasted the residual roastiness and smoke in the finish . has a light caramelized chocolate malt flavor to it but the hops are more or less completely indetectable . this beer is very light bodied like water but it finishes crisp and smooth . leaves a very light and pleasant finish . this is probably the best beer i can think of for converting bmc drinkers who think guinness is too dark . it has that full flavored yet light taste and its more chuggable than bmc could ever dream of being .,aroma,0.6,1
deep deep rusty red when held up to light otherwise virtually black . surprisingly pale tan head is of course exceptionally dense and creamy . sports great retention and bizarre nitro enhanced lace . first aroma noticed was rather vegetal reminscent of tobacco . smoky salty aroma as well almost like smoked meat or fish . slightly catty . nose seems thoroughly disjointed a myriad of different scents that simply do n t co exist all that well . reasonably roasty and nutty burnt walnuts and toasted pumpernickel bread . beneath all this lies some fruitiness mostly apples as well a decent bit of caramelly sweetness . finish is quite dry reasonably bitter and rather ashy . mouthfeel is rather dead and limp feeling flat and watery . overall a decent tasting beer . not bad by any stretch simply not good due to a couple of flaws . full flavoured but an awfully dead feeling experience .,aroma,0.4,0
a the can looked good . i liked how they bragged about the alcohol content on the can s malty smell . could kind of smell the alcohol . thumbs down on the smell t i think the best description i could give this beer is that it tastes like a slightly better and more mild steel reserve m mild carbonation . i expected it to be highly carbonated but it was definitely not c taste of a malt liquor but chugability of a macro brew not that great but i was impressed with the high alcohol content without the nasty malt liquor end of the can taste .,aroma,0.3,0
nice cloudy orange colour with about a finger thick very dense looking creamy off white head . this is absolutely exceptional as far as smell is concerned . this smells precisely like a slice of pumpkin pie all the way down to the toasted graham cracker crust . unbelievable . taste too has a very pronounced graham cracker taste in it along with pumpkin of course . there is also detectable alcohol towards the finish but nothing really offensive about what one would expect from a brew . this really does taste like having a little sip of whiskey and a bite of pumpkin pie in your mouth at the same time . mouthfeel is just the right weight for the style and a good feel for . carbonation is where it should be to fuel a decent head but not be too invasive . without a doubt the best pumpkin beer i have had the opportunity to try . very well crafted simply delicious .,aroma,1.0,1
green ml bottle with foil neck . first wiff after cracking this was that euro skunk stale corona smell . maybe it s just me but it seems every green bottle smells the same . there is some graininess and hops too but it is overpowered but the skunk . pours out bright yellow gold color white head is there and then gone . lots of tiny carbonation bubbles continue to stream up from the bottom of the glass . taste has some definate hop spiciness mixed with some citrus and fruityness . the same skunkiness does not come through in the flavor . continued carbonation gives it a light and bubbly body dry finish . passable but not my favorite .,aroma,0.4,0
lazy magnolia reb ale from bottle into pint glass . freshness date . . a copper color clear minimal hazy yellow head less than inch that disappated immediately . s sweet bread doughy t crisp spicy metallic copper aftertaste m smooth light decent carbonation d easy brew . could enjoy a six of these in one sitting without problem . i enjoy this beer although it has a full taste appealing color and aroma does n t offend yet is n t impressive .,aroma,0.4,0
oz longneck served in the proper nb goblet esque glass . a surprisingly dark ruby red color with a decent brown head tinted with crimson . visible carbonation when held to light . very attractive considering it s holiday nature . might not be as appetizing as a regular year long brew looks like fizzy cranberry juice . s again with the cranberry juice mouthwateringly tart and sweet nose backed with light classic ale malts . no discernible hops present . delicious smelling . t tart slightly sweet with more ale grains in the taste . the actual raspberry flavors are dimmed a bit but come to life in the slightly sticky sweet aftetaste . decent but i was expecting more fruits in my mouth . that sounded really gay . my apologizes . m medium light body with a wonderful smoothness . felt almost zero carbonation . d this beer would become tiring quickly the tartness would quickly lead to palate fatigue and would overpower the next beer . best enjoyed as a one beer treat with good friends and family at christmas time .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance a light golden color with small amount of head around the sides of the beer smell this is the best part of the beer its light with just a hint of of orange citrus . taste bitter which comes as a shock after the smell . the taste of the beer killed it for me,aroma,0.7,1
a whopping two finger head that stubbornly refuses to die down thick frothy rings of lace some of the best head retention and body i ve seen . deep and dark ruddy brown color . s strong smell of green apples and some malt with no suggestion of the oak notes t sweet just short of sickly malt earth dried leaves smoke i do n t know how else to describe it other than that it s like tasting your way through autumn . warming alcohol shockingly subtle for the abv and a dry finish round out the close the alcohol serving to cleanse the palate so that your tongue is free to taste the next round of flavors a nice lingering oak and vanilla maybe even a hint of cedar and smokey barbecue for an aftertaste m solid wall of carbonation sharp and crisp carries the body and alcohol in perfect balance with the ensuing flavors d odell never disappoints . with every offering i become a bigger and bigger fan . unlike some of the other extremer breweries currently ruling the airwaves odell always seems to take a more subtle approach one that denotes refinement and an impeccable taste . and this beer is no different . even with the abv i could see myself ordering round after round . crisp clean full bodied and extremely well balanced i think they nailed both the style and the season with this one it literally tastes like fall . thank you odell .,aroma,0.7,1
ml bottle caged corked served in an ommegang flute glass at cellaring temperature . a pours a deep dark brown body . a medium brown head takes a very long time to fade to a thick film . lacing is impressive lots of thick clingy curtains stick around for a while and eventually fade to thin strings that were still there when i went to wash the glass off . s light hints of baker s chocolate with malts coming in next . not very much more to offer here overall it s not very strong . t rich malty sweetness with cocoa powdery chocolate flavoring coming in next . the chocolate is not very strong more like just a light tease . m medium full bodied with a light feel of carbonation tingle . a little bit of a watery feel is there too . d not bad . the chocolate is hinted at though could be a little more pronounced .,aroma,0.6,1
this opaque and flat black beer has a minimal eggshell colored head that fades fast . smell is very strong very tasty and actually has a mouthwatering rich coffee character to it . start is somewhat sweet but very oaky and heady . the beginning of this drink reminded me of a porter . settles full bodied and bitter with some malt smoothness . flavors are coffee and caramel . finish is bitter and dry with a rough aftertaste that vanishes quickly .,aroma,0.9,1
this is quite an attractive looking ale . this is a very clear amber to aged bronze colored ale with a good white head . the smell is sweet and lightly spicy this lightly floral and more hoppy than a typical ale of this style . light malty in aroma this is not a highly aromatic beer . the taste begins sweet and fairly bitter for the style with a dry woody tea flavor in the finish . this is lightly herbal in the mouth with a suggestion of flower nectar . mostly what i taste here is a rather hoppy pale ale and i question its classification as a belgian pale ale . i ca n t taste any coriander in this at all . the mouthfeel is good . this is certainly pleasurable to drink to my tongue this is a nice esb in a big belgian ale bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
black in colour with slightly lower than average carbonation . great aromas of chocolate caramel vineous fruit and roasted grain . quite rich chocolate and espresso flavors with more caramel and chared grain flavor . there were also some notes of dark berry fruit . very heavy body with a sweet malty somewhat cloying finish . could have used some more bitterness but a fairly good beer overall .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at big bowl on ohio st. chicago . nice light copper color one finger head that lingered . not much of a bouquet but it was present . what i liked most was that it was well balanced and not a hop bomb in my opinion . i love sierra nevada pale ale and i think fans of that will like this too if not more . very drinkable and probably could go through quite a bit on a warm sunny day . i m a drink local kind of guy and definitely will be my go to pale ale when available .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a pint glass . medium foamy head that dissipates rather quickly . the color is a pale copper . the aroma is alcohol soaked dried fruit and leather . the taste is sweet very malty and not much else . the taste is better as the brew warms or as the alcohol is warming me . the body is on the thinner side but the brew coats your entire mouth a little too much . not a bad brew and one that should be tried . i would seek out other dopplebocks to purchase .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle . deep amber red hue with an inch of eggshell head and a bit of lacing as well . active carbonation rises up . aromas of deep caramel and toasted malts . herbal forward slightly citric hops . a bit of diaceytl hanging out in there as well but does n t detract . a bit bready too . overall really nice aroma . first sip is a mix of caramel and toasted malts with a touch of fruitiness . flows down with a touch of bitterness from the herbally hops . slightly citrusy with some breadiness on the way down . the aroma led me to expect a more robust flavor profile . overall a decent amber but nothing out of the ordinary . creamy smooth and easy to drink . it has a medium body and is basically spot on for an amber . picked this one up as a random single and i ca n t say i m upset i tried it but it s not one i ll be going back to again .,aroma,0.9,1
i was completely disappointed in this beer . the beer poured an amazing color to be expected from a good stout . very dark with a slight head . the smell was very obvious of cherries with a slight hint of coffee and chocolate . i was happy with this beer until the first taste . i was excited as i have had cherry wheats which i have liked and stouts are my favorite so the idea of the two together made my mouth water . well the initial taste is definitely cherries and the typical stout taste was lost on me . i could only take about sips of this beer before i decided it wasnt exactly good . i love cherry flavors too but this one was definitely medicinal in taste . i like my stouts bold and i tasted none of that here . i couldnt even finish it so the drinkability was not a strong point for me . i wouldnt buy this again . i am saddened by this because before i opened it i wanted it to become and instant favorite .,aroma,0.8,1
the colour is pitch dark with a brown edge . the low head is warm brown . some lacing occurs . the smell is strong and luxurious dark chocolate coffee candy lots of mellow sweetness some sharp spicy chilli heat and a touch of black malt sourness . the taste is a more mixed affair . a quickly passing fruity flavour of fresh chilli fruits . then sweet notes of coffee and cocoa emerges . the flavours are a bit straggly . some sour flavours some chemical hints . the sweetness fades as the aftertaste brings dryer roasted malty flavours with quite a lot of cocoa and freshly ground coffee . some fruity spicy sour notes in the finish . the carbonation is mild yet the few small bubbles are very fresh . the liquid is thick and sticky . a daring experiment that did n t really work for me .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to my fellow baer bozebus for throwing this beer my way . pours a cloudy dark brownish copper with a hint of orange at the very bottom of the glass . there is about a finger sized head that quickly disappears on you with no lacing whatsoever . i did n t notice any carbonation bubbles either . the first impression i got when i took a long deep breathe in the the glass was sweet malt and chocolate oh my god chocolate . it seems as though i was sniffing a fresh glass of dark chocolate milk . it just smells creamy and smooth . the taste was roasted malt and grains combined with the chocolate . not so much that it overpowers the drink but just enough to keep you sipping . followed by a somewhat hoppy aftertaste . very smooth and creamy but for some reason i was expecting creamier . this is definitely a great beer to drink during the winter i know its not a seasonal . while sitting next to a fire . i just might take my own advice very soon .,aroma,1.0,1
bought a oz . bottle of this . not bottling date . decanted into a pint glass . it looks like cold coffee opaque and black . small tan to begin with . slips into a thin ring of lace . aromas begin with the standard stout smells coffee and chocolate . but then that chicory comes out woody sweet syrupy cinnamon nutmeg . really good stuff . taste is not quite as marvelous . definite coffee notes with a little bit of syrupy sweetness . overall just a toasted graininess . medium bodied mouthfeel . very nice . overall . yeah not a bad stout . the chicory adds some interesting note . but not exceptional . i certainly would n t turn one down though .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a once bottle into a standard shaker pint . pours a deep brown with mohaghony highlights . nice rich head with medium staying power . aroma is dusty chocolate malt with a hint of sweet cream . slight bitter aroma do n t know yet if it s hops or an agressive roast . flavor is dark malt midly munich style that yeilds unfortunately to dms . tons of cooked mixed vegetables in the middle . dark roast flavor yields slightly to a smokey roast but then is beaten back by dms . finishes metallic and sweet . mouthfeel is thin and a bit watery well carbonated and adequate . wow i was hoping that this would be a better beer but the dms is so strong here that i ca n t pull anything else over it . there is a slight smokiness to the roast but it is shadowed by the veg flavor . i almost wish for diacetyl as it would be bit expected here but not dms .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bomber . vintage . it pours a dense dark brown with gasp a foamy tan head that sticks for a good while but does n t leave too much lacing . the smell is very oaky . there is a good bit of vanilla . there is a dark fruity almost grapey flavor under that along with some chocolate and roastiness . the flavor has a big sweet alcoholic bite but it mellows . there is some oxidized fruit caramel coffee chocolate and some oak in the flavor . a good rich flavor but perhaps a bit blunt in its delivery . despite the name i found this to be pretty watery . despite the alcohol presence this one drinks really easy thanks to the thinner body and smooth carbonation .,aroma,0.9,1
aroma a pleasant smell of grapefruit like hops with some malt coming through . there is also a small hint of alcohol and a lemony trace . appearance hazy bright orange that started with a nice white head that collapsed back into the beer . flavor the smell isn t matched in the taste . all the citric notes are washed out by an overly aggressive hop bitterness . the bitterness lingers too long as well and has an astringent character possibly over sparged or an oxygenation issue . i think there s something wrong with this one . i ll try to find another and update my review if needed . mouthfeel medium to heavy mouthfeel which is a bit too heavy for a blonde ale style . overall impression a disappointing beer from the outstanding brewers of rogue . this one just didn t make the grade . i m a big rogue fan so as i said i ll try to find another bottle of this to be sure i didn t get an abused sample but as for drinkability i don t want another .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle has a best if enjoyed before date on it . . with no date . this beer poured what appeared to be a brown but when held up to the light is a deep ruby red color with a small tan head settling on top . the smell is good sweet of roasted malts and some chocolate . the taste was rather bland a slight malty coating and a little bitterness could be detected . reminded me of old coffee . the mouthfeel was light watery and slick something i would not expect from a porter . drinkablility is low . i was not impressed . would not recommend .,aroma,0.7,1
a appearance is clear and bright golden . decent enough head but retention and lacing are not so high . s smells of grain faint hops . relatively clean . t barely toasted malt with just a hint of bitterness . the bitterness does n t mesh well with the grain though . m thin and almost flat . d not any better than american macros . i ll pass .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer wasnt what i thought it would be . sure it looks good black as night smells decent roasty and hearty . but alas once in the mouth its watery thin and dumbed down . its like a quality stout that someone spilled some water into . unimpressed and hopefully it was a bad bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
there s very little head which is bizarre given that this is a wheat beer . no lace . slight haze to the light gold color . i do not like the smell . it is very sour and there is an element of urine in it . i am repulsed by it . there s also a stale grapefruit smell . the flavor is far more mild than the negative nose . the predominant taste is a citrus sourness . the swallow has a touch of hop but it is mostly tart . the aftertaste is short lived . the body is predictable and the carbonation is comfortably on the high side but it ca n t save this beer .,aroma,0.3,0
th review a black with a light brown head with great retention . just a tiny bit of lacing barely holding on . s roasted malt is very prevalent and dominates right away . dark chocolate vanilla dark dried fruits plums and raisins . also minor whiffs of coffee and oak some smokiness lingers in the background as well . a touch of booziness . lots of great stuff going on in the aroma . t as in the nose sweet roasted malt is the main characteristic . again there is some nice dried dark fruits raisins plums . vanilla from the oak aged influence . oak flavors are not too obvious but its defiantly there .smokiness is also noticeable . it does have an odd sweet metallic taste near the finish that i m really not fond off not as noticeable the longer you drink . finishes with a long bittersweet roasted maltiness . a little disappointed with the taste from how great the nose is . m medium body . thought it would be thicker and chewy since its a huge abv imp stout . carbonation is pretty high and active considering the style . d drinkability is okay . a sipper huge flavors it is an imp stout after all . abv is hidden pretty good but you know its there .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a plain ol pint glass from a lovely ballast point bomber provided by that most excellent of friends eliottjw . nice pour to this guy around three fingers of frothy head with excellent retention . the beer is certainly lighter than i expected with an almost straw color . the nose on this brew is phenomenal . i m immediately transported to magical grapefruit land as the beer screams citrus into my nostrils . there is a piney base note to this smell to that compliments the soaring citrus very well . the mouthfeel is just fine a little oily naturally but substantial just the same . carbonation stands up through the drink session . to disagree with my drinking partner i found this to be a particularly light ipa . not on hops of course as the grapefruity citrus notes yielded to a piney bite on the finish but rather the malt character . while still a world class ipa i felt that the backbone of this brew just was n t quite as strong as i would have liked and the huge hop profile was almost overwhelming . easily and dangerously drinkable . could definitely use a few more if i can get my hands on them .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at beachwood bbq a pours a goldenrod light amber with a solid white head leaving spotty lace . s striking tropical fruit pineapple lots of oranges kiwi fruit very nice . my kind of nose in an ipa . t taste gets a lot more traditional pub ipa . lots of grapefruit typical crystal malt bitter melon some sweet citrus and lemon in the finish . m medium bodied off dry finish resiny as per the style . d the nose tricked me into thinking i was going to get something great but this beer still impressed me just going on the previous scores . reminded me a bit of nb ranger they have a similar hop profile . a beer like this would get lost in a sea of outstanding san diego and ca ipas but it s well made has good flavours an enjoyable pint .,aroma,0.9,1
poured this guy into a frankfurt mug pours clear pale yellow with big display of carbonation and a white head that is a little bubblier than fizzy and sticks in huge chunks to my glass . smell is mostly of sweet watery adjuncts taste is of again sweet adjuncts but not as watery as i expected . and hey . you can tell that there are actually hops in this brew although not that big of hop taste i find that it is quite unusual in the cheap adjunct style .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from draft in the breweries tall thin frosted glass the witterkerke was a nice and cloudy pale straw colored brew with a very thin white head that dissipated fairly quickly to nothing . took a wiff and whoa not good . totally sulfury like rotten eggs yuk . the initial taste is sour and tart and definately dominated by that sulfer oder . it then gains a bit of sweetness and finishes grassy but without an aftertaste . the body was light and pleasantly carbonated but there was zero drinkability to this in my mind . wild beers are one thing but that sulfur bit was too much . i m not sure if this keg was bad as i see my experience was different then all the reviewers of the bottled version . the sharp edge did n t think so although they agreed it sucked and gave me another beer on the house . if i ever get around to trying this out of a bottle or on draft somewhere else i ll revisit my review but for now i m basing it on that very unpleasant experience .,aroma,0.2,0
typical for green bottled beer . pungent odors emit from the bottle . aromas of light skunk earthy and grain . getting into the flavor the odors subside a bit leaving a cereal grain flavor with a mouthfeel of light huskiness and graininess . malt sweetness and breadiness is moderate and improves until the sharp and almost astringent finish . leaving a grain like aftertaste . though i ve had worse this is not likely to be a beer that i will revisit .,aroma,0.3,0
arrived a very hazy pink salmon sporting absolutely no head and thus leaving not a spot of lace . nose was incredibly weak and dull . perhaps a whiff of raspberries biscuit and something herbaceous could be detected . nothing vile or repugnant simply lacking . surprisingly tasty considering its otherwise anemic characteristics . though described as a lager i would n t be surprised to learn of a decent amount of wheat in the grain bill . lots of raspberries but not in a cloying overwhelming manner . fruit came through as crisp some citric wheatiness complimenting the berries . herbaceous mildly bitter hop notes and a slight phenolic bite lead to a surprisingly dry finish . body is in the medium light range laden with plenty of spritzy carbonation . overall a decent if somewhat dull beer . fruit does not overpower but does take the spotlight . simply not exciting enough to warrant great drinkability .,aroma,0.3,0
another quality beer from the boston ale co. but not a standout hefeweizen . started with a small white head that was fully diminishing a clear golden yellow body with medium sized particles with a thin density . the aroma was a doughy yeast with a lot of sweet citrus and maybe grape . the palate was a medium body with a watery chalky feel with a soft carbonation . the flavor was heavily sweetened and a light bitterness . the finish was somewhat bitter and lasted a long time .,aroma,0.9,1
a typical porter black non transparent . big light brown foamy head that leaves great lacing . s rich roasted aroma with slight coffee and just a faint whiff of chocolate . the strange american hops do n t have much aroma in this one at all . very pleasant . t light hops and roasted malts right from the start . not much complexity from this one kept pretty traditional . the hops become more prevalent as it warms and there s a slight acidic note in the finish . m medium body with carbonation that fills the palate . chewy malts and slight acid tone make it easy to sip and abv definitely kept in check . o i was expecting more outside the lines style from the beer for the style but it was kept in check very well and the ingredients blend well . other than the slight acidic feel in the finish it is a very good example of style .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer poured a nice dark clear copper with a good amount of tan head . the aroma was very light i was barely able to pick out traces of malt and spice in the scent . the flavor of this brew did a good job of making up for the lack of nose . a sweet scent is prevalent throughout with a hint of spice . earthy hop notes towards the end are complimented by a slightly smokey aftertaste . in closing i found this to be a very drinkable medium bodied beer .,aroma,0.4,0
a it s a copper color with one finger worth of white head . s it smells of pumpkin pie very strong spices . t it s a very sweet beer . taste is strong of spices . there is a lot going on in each sip . m a creamy mouthfeel with a full body and medium carbnation d im set with a bomber of this it s very filling . a slow drinking beer .,aroma,0.9,1
beer looks good rich golden yellow . nice finger head looks a little foamy not that rich . mmmmm . took a deep wiff annddd nada . already turned degrees from appearance to smell . let s take a sip . ah ok a good drink not great . could easily drink a handful of these . i will go get another and enjoy this day .,aroma,0.4,0
deep brown looks kinda black but it s muddy around the edges . aroma is typical of a fairly robust porter with some roasted toasted notes . initial taste is roasted malty slightly sweet . followed by a tad bit of bittersweet cocoa and then the smoke hits . it s bold without being overpowering or over bearing on the other profiles here . feel has a nice smoothness to it but body is a little thinner than desired . does n t detract too much from the over all experience because this is a pretty damn good smoked beer . i ve only had a couple smoked beers but i m definitely intrigued . i think i ll be pursuing them now .,aroma,0.6,1
pale golden yellow with a medium large white foamy head that quickly diminishes to a thin film . smell is grain yeast and light corn with a little stink to it . the taste is actually rather good for a macro cheapo . bready lightly sweet and some very light berry in there . it has a thin body lightly dry texture about the only sign of hops in this beer and moderate carbonation . this beer was refreshing and satisfying . its not all that good and the smell isnt too pleasant but overall its not bad . you could do a lot worse in the realm of macros .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle from sinners club . shared with friends at dave s new apartment . served in dogfish head pint glass . a a thing layer of big bubbles that quickly dissipates to a ring . looks like cask ale . deep black color with a hint of brown at the fringes . s the smell is super intense barrel bourbon vanilla boozey heat roastiness and s mores yes s mores marshmallow chocolate and graham cracker . it could stand to have a little less heat but it was otherwise pretty delicious . t taste is a bit of a step down . roasted malts bourbon butterscotch and vanilla with a woody tannic aftertaste . again it s slightly hot and seems a little less rich than the smell but it s still quite good . m pretty much flat syrupy aftertaste thinner than i d expect for a brew . i ve had straight up bourbon with more texture than this stuff . d oz of this stuff is more than sufficient i m glad i had some friends helping me out on this one . the alcohol is n t particularly well hidden either as i remember asking dave if this was or . the smell and taste are pretty good and i can see them getting better over the next year or two but without more than the mildest carbonation the experience ultimately falls flat pun intended .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours dark brown with good sized white brownish head slight lacing down the glass s smells very sweet chocolatey scent also coming through t roasted malt flavor dark fruits black licorice . finishes slighly dry and bitter m full bodied a little too carbonated d pretty good beer would n t consider it a session beer but worked out just about right .,aroma,1.0,1
picked up at bottleworks over memorial day weekend . poured into imperial pint glass . a deep golden yellow with a foamy off white head . head is about two fingers after gentle pour and has excellent retention . spotty lacing left behind on the glass . beer is slightly hazed and moederate carbonation activity in the glass . s big fruity hop aromas primarily citrus notes but a bit of tropical fruitiness mixed in as well . grapefruit and mango both come to mind . orange comes through as well . after the beer warms a bit the citrus notes remain prominant but some floral aromas begin to come through as well . all hops in the nose . t straight hop bitterness . a bit one dimensional with the citrus tropical and floral notes not really coming through in the taste . a faint sweetness comes in late in the drink but is certainly overwhelmed by the bitterness . m light to medium bodied with a long lingering bitterness . carbonation is rather lively . o what appeared and smelled like a great ipa didnt quite come through on the taste . i dont mind the bitterness at all i would just like a bit of hop taste to go along with it . certainly not a bad beer but a bit disapointing,aroma,0.9,1
well the label looks awesome it s one of the more interesting logos if you can call it that since it s so complex that i ve seen on a pack bottle . however the label is about the best part . it goes down hill after that . i would say if you re two or three beers deep in a couple hours and are half tipsy the beer becomes drinkable . other than that stay away . it s good to drink this i guess to not drink all your good beer if you re really going for it at the cookout or whatever other occasion you happen to be drinking it .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a dark black with slightly transparent edges . finger of head fizzles out into a thin outer ring . lacing is minimal . definite lactose on the nose although emphasis is placed much more firmly upon the strong roasted and baker s chocolate qualities of the beer . once again lactose shows itself with a vaguely milky start and a kiss of sugar at the finish along with bitter chocolate . however this ends up tasting far more like an oatmeal stout in the end . very thin for the style although the even carbonation serves a s a redeemer of sorts . this is my first lake louie beer and i look forward to my next although this simply proves to be adequate .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer is delicious . i would not be able to finish a on my own as it was quite heavy on the stomach . but this to me is a dessert beer something you would have after a good meal if you have room left . afterwards i wanted coffee . this beer is n t going to be for everyone but it was absolutely worth trying .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle very generously sent along by rmjavanut poured into my duvel tulip . loakal red pours an impossibly deep maroon to the point it s beginning to cross the line into brown . cherry highlights are readily apparent when the beer is held directly up to light though . the khaki colored crown is enormous to begin with four plus fingers and retention is off the charts . the frothy cap never disappears completely but slowly drops and collapses into the center almost as if i had dropped a scoop of ice cream into the glass that was slowly melting . nose is a very good blend . it s equal parts citrus and caramel with just a hint of oak coming through as well . caramel and grapefruit show up again in the taste but are both overpowered by the oak influence . there s some straight oak flavor as well as an almost sour tannic quality that is way too potent . i m a little let down that loakal red s not a little hoppier seeing as it advertises itself as a brash red ale on the bottle . mouthfeel is great medium bodied and exceptionally chewy for being so . this would have been a problem if the beer was as hoppy as i was anticipating but with a more subtle hop flavor it works . carbonation is just about picture perfect too medium to high and with enough verve to elevate what centennial characteristics there are yet it stops short of being fizzy . i really like the idea of loakal red blending a barrel aged version of a beer this style with a fresh batch is fairly unique but the tannic quality from the oak barrels not to mention the oak flavor ran roughshod over everything and ruined what was an otherwise excellently executed beer .,aroma,0.9,1
a pure black evil in a bottle . looks like the blackest vile viscous fluid that flows through the devil s veins . this pitch black brew is topped with a small and short lived dark brown head . lacing is limited to an oily coating on the glass . this looks sinister . s bitter bitter black baker s chocolate . the kind that is unsweetened . super dark roast espresso soy sauce and oddly enough . dill pickles . t double chocolate chip cookies washed down with an espresso sans milk or sugar . this is much sweeter and milky than it smells . the taste is light years ahead of the somewhat limited aroma . there is an almost milk stout creamy lactic flavor to this beer and some really nice brown leaf hops back up all the sweetness and along with the alcohol heat help balance this beer like a teeter totter stuck halfway . m full bodied and dextrin y this is n t as obese as some double russian stouts but it s still a huge bodied beer . initially sweet and malty the midpalate provides an even bigger dose of sugar before some alcohol heat and hops come in before the finish . the finish is bitter and espresso like after swallowing and the sweet bitter mix in the aftertaste lasts for several minutes . although there is a good deal of alcohol warmth i would have guessed that this beer was closer to maybe or not the wine like . d a nice full bodied malty stout that would pair extremely well with dark or milk chocolate this hide s it s booze content like a functioning alcoholic at his day job . this one helluva beer . not the best in it s style but it s good nonetheless .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer poured a golden color very similar to many american macro beers . there was a thin ring of head that left little lace . the aroma defiantly gave a strawberry taste with little else . the taste was quite bland . berries were absent on the palate . this is a light bodied beer that would be more drinkable on a hot day in the summer .,aroma,0.7,1
served in a pint glass this was the main beer consumed on guys weekend . appropriately it was in the northwoods of wisconsin just like this brew was intended to be enjoyed . the appearance as expected is a pale straw color with light head on it . the smell makes me think i should n t have poured it into a glass . it smells of corn syrup and stale hops or some other foul off smell . it s rather sharp on the nose . the taste has a slight bitterness to it which seems ok for a pale lager that it is other than that it tastes similar to the smell just a little less foul . bitterness seems to come from the corn syrup but there is some malt and maybe honey in it . that makes it surprisingly a lot smoother than i expected . i will consume a lot of this so i hope it s as drinkable as i think it is .,aroma,0.4,0
big thanks to jtrockchalk for this bottle . i was going to save this one but i accidentally tipped it over and it began to seep at the cap . poured from a oz brown bottle into a snifter . no freshness date but is printed on the back lable . finger tan brown head . no light penetration on this black as night . thin but bubbly lace with a nice amount of retention . aroma is really malty and grainy . the grains are so pungeant in arom its as if i scooped some out of the bags cupped them in my hands and inhaled . chocolate pudding cream mild mild coffee aroma a faint hint of cinnemon vanilla . first sip wow this is creamy . smooth milk chocolate textures and flavor more chocolate pudding flavor bitter chocolate grain notes mild hop bittering at the swallow . the flavor lingers with chocolate and heavy whipping cream . mild oxidized flavor lingering but it could be confused with the malts . i do pickup some wet cardboard but it seems to be mostly the malt . no alcahol detected . all chocolate and cream . my two favorite things in a beer . very slight carbonation at the swallow but thats it . i dont think i can review the taste on this fairly off just one bottle . this is going back onto the wants .,aroma,1.0,1
strange beer . pours a dark dark brown with a low beige head . no aroma at all as with most shed beers . thick mouthfeel gives way to flavors of chocolate fig espresso and roasted malt but where s the pumpkin . a bit of a tingling feeling comes through in the mouthfeel and if you look really hard there is a tiny hint of pumpkin or maybe i imagined it . a small hop bitter lingers . this is a decent porter but do n t advertise flavors that you ca n t deliver .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at the brewpub pours a clear golden color with thinnish white head and retention . smells of grainy and honey malt with a slightly earthy hop aroma . taste is sweet with and earthy hop bite . honey and grass maltiness come through nicely until the finish hits with a weird astringent plastic phenolic taste . light body with a medium level of carbonation and a sweet almost sticky mouthfeel . i think this would have been a great light beer if there was n t something obviously wrong with it .,aroma,0.7,1
poured a copper color with a white head that quickly fell and laced the top . a constant stream of carbonation bubbles rose to the top of the glass . the smell was almost of toffee and a hint of hops . the taste was a little weak compared to the aroma . the mouthfeel and drinkability were just a little above average .,aroma,0.9,1
fairly thin golden amber . thin fizzy head needs a rough pour just to exist ephemerally . aroma is good coriander peaches a bit of pipe smoke but a bit harsh . flavor continues with spice bit of alcoholic heat but edges on cloying with excessive sweetness . it also has an excessive butteriness that adds to the cloyingness . to me this is just another alesmith beer that i ca n t see what the fuss is about .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a really pretty cloudy orange color with a big white head and some sediment floating around smell is nearly non existent some slight slight citrus scent but thats it . taste is average not alot going on but it does have some nice hoppy flavor to it and its has a really easy drinkability to it would probably be great on a hot day,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into a bavarian pilsner . my sa sensory glass is n t clean . this is from the newest release the imperial series a dark ruby nearly brown color . a cm tan head from an aggressive pour disintegrated into nothing barley a halo of carbonation spanning the beer s meniscus . s malt i always find that sa beers are lacking the aroma department t malt malt malt notes of caramel and toffee a discernible along with a slightly vinous fruity quality . there s a subtle spiciness throughout that i do n t know whether to attribute to the hops or to the alcohol . the alcohol is n t noticeable until the beer has warmed significantly . m not great but it s pretty good . d this is very easy drinking beer considering its abv and its enormous malt character .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance is pitch black with a thick dark head . as i ve said in the past this is my ideal perfect appearance for a beer therefore it gets five . smell is very moderate a bit malty . taste is very malty sweet and creamy . a hint of fruits tastes almost like roasted nuts . for strong beer the alcohal is almost non existant in the taste . mouthfull is very thick and smooth it would seem ideal to drink this in the winter . suprising that it comes from a tropical country like sri lanka . drinkability very easy to drink . despite having all the qualities of a dark beer it does not go overboard on any of it s qualities . would highly recommend if you can find it . for it s price taste and content it is definatly worth it .,aroma,0.6,1
fl oz . bottle poured into tulip glass with left over s . . . . a pours cloudy brownish red amber solid frothy dark white head . some great lacing . s hops and some spicy like pine with lots of sweet citrus grapefruit and orange very sweet . t strong bite with spice . yes strong hop flavor along with sweet pine like flavor . due to the strong spicy tones not so smooth . strong . m good carbonation . the over spice punch is too much for me . also in parts a bit too fruity sweet . d this one was highly regarded at the beer specialty joint malts vines in redmond wa which seems to be a two in one version of seattle s bottle works . i was quite impressed to see something of this caliber on the east side of seattle with the live taps patio along with huge fridges of beers to go . . ok more about the beer . i m a huge x ipa fan . this one just has too much spice and even though there is strong hop presence the alcohol is the only characteristic that sticks out . so very much a sipping beer not the refreshing beer i was hoping for . epiphany moment this beer is from canadanot bad for a canadian beer eh . . .,aroma,0.9,1
served from a oz bomber into an oversized classic pint glass . the beer appears a deep marioonish brown . there s a rather small yet creamy head resting on top . smells sweet and malty with a really nice hop presence . i m excited to taste based on this smell . tastes pretty strongly from hop bitterness . rather dry on the palate . less sweet than i would have thought . mouthfeel is n t quite what i was expecting either . i thought this would be thicker and creamier based on it s appearance but it falls a bit short on texture . overall i m disappointed in this . i feel like it s a bit hollow and never followed through based on it s decently appealing appearance and taste .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bomber into a pint glass . no freshness date as far as i can tell . this beer was very jeckyll and hyde for me . great appearance burnt orange maybe a bit hazy . big billowy head that never quite disappears completely . great lacing . the smell is also terrific citrusy apricot peach as others have noted . the taste is in keeping with the smell . but in the aftertaste and mouthfeel this one loses me . oily mouthfeel that really dominates in the back of the throat and parks itself . should beer make you thirsty . plus a bitter aftertaste that lingers . i think that while my hop tolerance has climbed i may not be ready for ipas .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to barleydine for the trade . from bomber to pint glass very carbonated pours with fingers of glistening pillowy head . translucent darkish amber with honey highlights . head falls to finger leaving viny lacing . smell is strongly sweet sugary with citric woody hop presence . some bite from pepper orange zest . interesting complex but sweeter than i prefer . almost has a spicy saison quality . as it warms a further sweetness develops like buttercream icing . . . taste starts sweet biscuity like shortbread turns bitter like orange zest a little tea like slight orange flavor . bitterness sticks in the aftertaste . mouthfeel has some bite tingle but is thick full bodied for an ipa not crisp . a little sugary stickiness . drinkability is not bad i enjoyed it further into the bottle drank the whole bomber but a little on the heavy side . lots of sediment bits at the end . not my favorite ipa by a good bit but some very interesting surprises .,aroma,0.9,1
this is such a turd compared to old mil that i do n t even know where to start . nevermind that i do magnify the sweetness by a couple powers of ten . then take the scent and imagine that your regular old mil has been sat in the sun for a few hours . it will compare fairly accurately . the one thing it has going is that this terribleness is watered down . i have to admit that i quite enjoy old mil heavy but this crap is a travesty by comparison .,aroma,0.2,0
clear pale straw colour with tonnes of bubbles a tall foamy white head rather grainy and slightly skunky smelling beer with a bit of a sickly tinge to it as well . this is followed up by some by some grassy hops and a tinge of malts . bread and biscuit from this one some malts and a little grassy hops . not much different from you run of the mill pale lager with a bit of corn grain . slightly thicker feeling that i would have expected i d put this on down as being on the light side of medium bodied and with a smooth texture . it is quite clean and crisp with strong carbonation and a mild bitter finish . another average pale lager here and not one i would recommend or try again simply because there is a lot better out there to be had . beers challenge http abarwithnoname.wordpress.com,aroma,0.4,0
hazy golden . thin dirty white head . splotchy patches of lace are left behind . big bouquet of hops on the nose . very fragrant . minty . garlicy . and yes onion powder too . flavor follows suit . actually a fairly weak body to support much of anything . hop flavors are onion and garlic . malts are missing altogether in the flavor profile . quite weak with hop flavors that do n t appeal to me . i liked chameleon s witbier . not this one though .,aroma,0.6,1
one of my fav . dunkels pours a clear deep copper brown w a thin light tan head which dissipates quickly leaving a moderate lacing in my pils glass a subtle smell cereal grain toasted nuts and hints of dark fruits and noble hops a crisp malty flavor nutty w a caramel like undertone faint fig date like notes as well an excellent finish very dry and light bodied with plenty of co this beer feels like it evaporates off your tongue a very drinkable beer i m def . gon na stock this up for summer .,aroma,0.6,1
this is the first beer i can remember paying for . bought a case of this for when i was around mom found em before i could drink em though . . appearance is not bad for a macro lager inch soapy white head faded but left a full layer accros the top . clear yellow in apperance plenty of carbonation bubbling to the surface . smell is like molded bread and wet grass. or something like that . slight hopiness in the aroma . to me this is better than some of the more popular macro swill out there even the self proclaimed king . it s easy to drink maybe a bit watered down but easily sessionable . also i noticed it was better in a glass than straight from the bottle maybe this one just needs to breathe a bit . oh yeah do n t let it get warm .,aroma,0.3,0
this pours a nice light amber color with a white and quickly disolving head . i ordered it because i thought i was a micro . but the tatse told me bud product . bland flavors with a pronounced vanilla tatse finishing with a odd and unsetteling aftertaste .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a sam adams perfect pint glass . it pours a glowing orange color that is incredibly hazy no clarity whatsoever . there was an off white colored head that dissipated pretty quickly and there was very minimal lacing to this beer . the smell is outstanding . you can really smell the hops from across the room but not overly strong they smell great . the taste is very good but you can unfortunately taste the alcohol at the end of each sip it lessens more and more during the session as the beer warms up a bit . the overall taste is worth the aftertaste though the hoppy taste is very good . the mouth feel was pretty average has a slight alcohol bite at the end of it . this beer however is incredibly drinkable . this was my second time trying this beer . i enjoyed it the second time but seemed to enjoy it much more the first time do n t know if there was a problem with this beer or not . either way i d recommend ipa lovers to give this one a try pretty good .,aroma,1.0,1
a nice american chocolate coffee mix of malt with a mocha head . black as it should be . had it once before and it seems to be more elixer like . nice qualities with a wonderful oak and vanilla character . some coconut even . does n t really serve as a meal beer outside of dessert . although there is enough depth to do it anyway .,aroma,1.0,1
stone levitation ale has a thin to medium beige head and a cloudy amber brown appearance with some lacing left behind and a lot of tan chunks floating about . the aroma is very strongly citrus and thats about it . flavor is a burst of hop citrus followed by some bitterness sweetness a touch of malts and water . mouthfeel is watery and the drinkability if relatively high . stone levitation ale finishes rather dry and bland . although it starts with excitement and promise it finishes on the dull and weak side . its not particularly balanced . i rate as being just good . rjt,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle into a pint glass . a orange red mix with lots of visible carbonation . one finger of white head with poor retention . some lace remains on the glass but it s weak and thin . s smells like vegetables must be the beets . . not particularly pleasant . t weak and bland . reminds me of bud light with a hint of fruity sweetness at the end . not much else to say . m light bodied with high carbonation . fits the style they re shooting for i guess but it does litle to aid this beer s lack of character . d pretty easy to drink which was likely a priority for the brewmasters . give this brew some flavor and i d gladly have another . glad i did n t buy this pk .,aroma,0.3,0
a looks like a bud . large head little carbonation . pale . s malt wheat . slight hops . t much better then a and s. a good tasting beer . nothing aggresive light yet flavorful . malty . good drink for the price . m very light . d easy drinking . goes down very well .,aroma,0.3,0
had this out of a bottle poured into a snifter . a black no light shining through . a thick tan head . s not much of a smell some malt and some burnt notes . t tastes like guinness extra stout up front but finishes with a sweeter chocolate taste . the chocolate is not as pronounced as i expected . m smoooth . smooth and creamy . d low abv and goes down nicely . overall a good stout but not as good as i was expecting . sa cream stout or lancaster milk stout are comparable .,aroma,0.6,1
served from a oz bottle courtesy of tavernjef who sent some much needed bell s to me in ct . fairly golden in color this pale only a bit of haze . little bit of white head nothing significant low to moderate carbonation . aroma is fairly yeasty with a bit of spice . taste evolves as this pale warms a bit starting off a bit yeasty but with good hoppy bitterness jumping out from the back of your tongue . loving the bottle conditioned smoothness . finishes with notes of citrus and spice fairly dry . good example of an intelligent pale ale excellent artwork on the bottle as well .,aroma,0.6,1
as an imperial ipa it gets a b . this is not a barleywine in my eyes more of a imperial ipa . the appearance was nice golden color small frothy dirty white head thinner bodied and hopped like an imperial ipa . it was very hoppy but it lacked a lot of body deep malt and maturation . drinkability is good but i rated it low as a barleywine because this is not a barleywine in my book sorry guys . it did smell good.like imeprial ipa though.just because you hopped it to hell and it is a ibu does not make it a barleywine .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at the brewpub in holland michigan this american strong pours a deep dark cedar brown with some nice ruby highlights . a somewhat light frothy head holds decently but leaves little lace . surprisingly the aroma is relatively uneventful with some roasted malt and dark fruit . sweet malt flavor with a bit of toastiness and some dark fruit . caramel and a hint of molasses . honey and a bit of milk chocolate . juicy tart and smooth on the palate . the carbonation is moderate which lightens up the finish a bit . i prefer this beer from the bottle once its sat for a while . on tap its good but a bit thinner and somewhat less satisfying . a very good choice none the less .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bomber into a snifter . brew has a deep glow with ruby orange hues . there s almost no head with a slight lacing forming on the surface and swirling into oblivion . large carbonation bubbles scattered throughout clumping to some sections of the glass . the inital scent is earthy but floral with a slight tea smell . the nd pass through after letting it breathe a bit gives hints of a subtle alcohol tinge and a sweet juice based aroma . the first taste is unlike any other beer i have tasted reminds me of a spicy halloween time apple cider with a splash of orangle peel and cloves . the spicyness and alcohol presence are making it tough to drink too much of it . side note this is the nd three foyds beer i have had . i love the dreadnaught but would probably not buy this again . i feel like they are reaching a bit too much in making a wacky unconventional beer leave that to dfh and the like . its really off the beaten path for a saison .,aroma,0.9,1
this brew has a blondish golden appearence . it has a wonderful smell of yeast and citrus . a spicy bitterness with a touch of sourness taste is this the downfall of this brew . hints of citrus present but not enough to carry . does n t leave much behind in the form of after taste . it has nice full bodied mouthfeel . sourness makes me not want to drink much of it . no visible best before date . i wonder if this is an older batch . i may try it again .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a dark brown with some ruby highlights . a large creamy tan head forms and leaves lots of patchy lace . s bam tons of peat and sweet malt hits the nose like a bunch of bricks . coffee and chocolate . a bit of dark fruits . amazing . t sweet malt that has plenty of peat flavors that i love so much in scottish ales . though after the huge nose the taste seems a bit muted for some reason . m d lacks a bit in carbonation . thin and watery . at less than abv this is a great session beer for me . i would love to try this on cask . i really like this beer . one of my favorite styles and orkney does it right . get some .,aroma,1.0,1
p brass rail in hershey pa a a thick pour that leaves a minimal dark tan head on my beer . somewhat of a lacing as well but not much . a dark but not pitch black color . it is opaque but some light gets through . s sweet bursts of cocoa powder and vanilla make this smell very erotic like the name . a sweet malt complements the other aromas as well . t a dark charred cocoa flavor with vanilla to round out the back end . sweet malt are present as wel and some dark fruits come to the forefront after a few gulps . m creamy a def stout thickness . charcoal and cocoa and vanilla . d though the abv is low this is a stout and it demands respect . a nice sixer would do for a saturday a whole saturday .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance pours a pale golden color with a small head that disappears quickly . this beer is unfiltered . smell not much to the smell. kinda skunky and like grass . taste it also tastes pretty skunky . i ca n t really point out any other flavors . mostly floral . a slight bitter aftertaste . mouthfeel medium body with light carbonation . overall i like this beer . it s nothing out of the ordinary but it tastes good .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours with a lemony hazy look . a finger of white frothy head does a good job of keeping some cover on top all the way down the glass . aroma limited nose a fairly standard pilsener aroma . taste a tasty beer solid pils taste a touch of tartness as well . during the second bottle alcohol presence becomes more pronounced . finishes with a hoppy taste balancing things out very well . mouthfeel very smooth zesty carbonation outstanding . drinkability one of my favorite pilseners to date . the missus says it reminds her of the beer she had while in frankfurt .,aroma,0.6,1
original rating date october not a big fan of english bitters but my father brought this home so i decided to give it a try . the clear bottle is an immediate turn off the aroma follows suit . horribly skunky so much so that it blocks out any discernible beer aroma . the beer looks alright though rust colored with a medium lasting head . the taste follows the aroma horribly skunky . nothing really here . i really need to get this brew on tap and re rate the clear bottle was awful .,aroma,0.2,0
served at bahama breeze in raleigh nc . knowing full well that it was a b i went ahead and tried it anyway thinking that sometimes even lousy brewing companies can make a decent attempt at a contract brew . i was n t too disappointed especially in the beginning . this beer looked good nice and amber red with some ruby highlights and a thick heavy off white head . the head stuck around to the bottom leaving awesome lacing the whole way . that unfortunately was the highlight of this brew . very mild aroma some hops and a spice that reminded me of coriander . first sips were n t bad creamy malt up front with a caramel undertone followed by a bit of bitterness . nice mouthfeel . for the first half of the beer . it was n t served ice cold but chilled and as it warmed it began to fall apart . creaminess of the body left and the flavor went south fast . bitterness began to increase and turned sour by the bottom of the glass . disappointing . overall a decent offering up front that fell back into the humdrum normalcy of most macro reds . decent session beer but that s all .,aroma,0.4,0
straw color with a decent white head and some lace . funky smell . fairly smooth somewhat crisp grassy herbal slighty bitter taste . light hoppy finish . save the bottle for homebrewing with the locking swing cap .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle at comellas ca n t believe i ordered this should have gone with the wine . a pale yellow nice head s skunky hints of sulfur t slightly bitter watery a little stale . not going well with my pasta m thin and watery but cold o better on a hot summer day or with different food i suppose .,aroma,0.2,0
pours clear amber with not much head that does n t last . real sparkly looking . smells like maybe barley weak hints of caramel . some hops presence and alcohol . taste is nice up front but then that s it . i taste no more . in the beginning there s some hops some sweet malts weak caramel . hardly any alcohol presence . disappointing though that the taste dissipates rather quickly to leave only slight hop bitterness on sides of tongue . mouthfeel is similar to that of water not much to it . enough said . as i said the beer tastes okay up front i guess it could be pretty refreshing so i ll give the drinkability a for good but more like a . .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bomber via sinner s club . pours into my glass completely and utterly flat looks basically like soy sauce . not overly heavy but ultimately lifeless . disappointing . aromas of smooth dark malts with a solid sweetness bathed in a woody boozy bourbon . vanilla and caramel accents with a touch of dark fruits . touch of chocolate and coffee . well it smells pretty good at least . first sip makes me feel more like i am drinking bourbon as opposed to a beer . no carbonation at all as it rolls across the tongue . bourbon and wood lead the way with vanilla and dark fruit flavors . a bit of caramel and chocolate meld in . flows down with a fumy alcohol kick that works its way through the nostrils as well . might be better off serving this one in shot glasses . mouthfeel is slick and boring again it s more like a liquor than a beer . not very refreshing and quite hard to drink . overall i do n t know what i will do with my second bottle . cook with it maybe . . milkshakes . . either way this should n t have been released like this and i m a bit upset i spent my hard earned coin on it . blech .,aroma,0.8,1
i had this beer twice within the last week or so and this review is a composite of both those tastings . ml bottle poured into some tulip and snifters shared among friends both times . the cork comes out with a loud pop and a pours a crystal clear yellow golden color with a white head that dies quickly . as promised a strikingly champagne like bubbles rise from the bottom of the glass . i kind of wish i used an etched bottom glass with this beer . and then it goes downhill . the first time i had it the aroma had a huge acidic bite to it i could n t pinpoint the exact aroma but a friend suggested malt vinegar . i did n t get that smell exactly but i could see the resemblance i just did n t pick up as much acetic character . my second tasting lacked the acidity but made up for it in diacetyl . for the most part i find it hard to detect diacetyl it s a trait not that uncommon and from tasting diacetyl doctored samples of beers i know i m not sensitive to it . in order for me to get that aroma from a beer the levels have to be pretty high . the aroma just was n t anything close to what i would consider appealing . flavor wise it was better but not by much . both tasting were pretty much just a highly carbonated acidic version of a light bodied light colored lager . the diacetyl did n t come through as much in the taste but the intense oiliness of the chemical does . the high amount of carbonic acid in the beer just adds to the acid taste and harsh mouthfeel . drinkability it s ok nothing too revolting but just disappointed in a beer i looked so forward too . overall this is just a terrible value . i m glad i was able to snag one for only . i really appreciate the techniques used in this beer and how that justifies the cost but it s just a disappointing beer . i hope if move forward with other batches they will take steps to improve it into a good tasting champagne like beer .,aroma,0.3,0
had this one at the chocolate bar in downtown cleveland . this was the only beer offered that could even be half way decently paired with their chocolate dominated menu . poured from a can into a mug . pours a deep dark brown with a thick creamy tan head that remained throughout the entire beer . the nitro can really worked well to maintain the beautiful head on this beer . smells of barley malt with a hint of dark chocolate . has a thin malt taste with definite bitter dark chocolate notes . the chocolate taste is bitter enough almost to qualify as a baker s chocolate taste a bitternes that surely is helped along by the hop presence that finishes this beer . has a medium body mouthfeel with a dry finish . decent beer especially considering this is out of the can . definitely need to let it warm so that the taste can really come through .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a clear amber color with a white creamy head and active carbonation . the bubbles are bigger than i m accustomed to seeing . s has a metallic caramel aroma pretty weird crackery malt . there s barely any aroma to this beer . . . wtf . . is that an official beer review term . t big time caramel malt with some pine bitterness very one dimensional for a big ipa . has some citrus bittering and generous sweet caramel malt on the tongue . very balanced but i would n t say well balanced . on the good side the abv is pretty well hidden almost entirely now that s cool . m mildly creamy medium bodied a little frothy and the pine and caramel linger after the sip . d decent balance but incredibly boring .,aroma,0.4,0
probably the best light beer on the market today . pours a very dark brown with a nice frothy head that resides after about a minute lacing is fair . the smell is that of boston lager rather skunky with hints of hops and malts . the taste is ligh but still malty and refreshing . feels crisp in the mouth . drinkable if you like the light beers still go for the original boston lager .,aroma,0.4,0
this is delicious beer . i had the abv version . the aroma is just like liquor soaked fruit with a hint of cinnamon . it s got a nice clear amber color . the head disappeared fairly quickly . as you might expect with a beer this strong it drinks more like an after dinner aperitif and i think it would serve nicely in that capacity . it s got a very viscous mouthfeel and the flavors are reminiscent of some ports i ve had and also similar to muscat wine . you re certainly not going to wash down a burger with this beer but it s excellent for what it is . i ll keep a bottle or two in the cellar for special occasions .,aroma,1.0,1
edition ml this beer poured a thick white tan head with a ruby and brown body . the nose was a mix of raisins phenols dark fruits sugar alcohol caramel brown sugar dark pears dark cooked fruits and faint chocolate . this is one of those noses you could just sit and smell for hours without even taking a sip . really quite something . the taste was medium to full bodied . alcohol ripe fruits raisins plums some pear caramel brown sugar and phenols . very mellow and well balanced from start to finish . it already has mellowed touch . very sugary with a non spicy black pepper sort of taste . the carbonation level is very light and fine . what a rich rich beer . reminded me of eating a rich chocolate cake . very yummy and a beer i wouldnt hesitate substituting for or including with a rich dessert .,aroma,1.0,1
combined reviews from nov and oct . pours with f head no real lacing . bottle had a ton of suspended sediment in a burnt orange body . not many floaties in version . wow aroma is the big winner here . pumpkin pie with crust as it warms some clove came thru as well and even somewhat herbal . pretty authentic pumpkin flavor vegetable squash quality and good amount of spices incl cinnamon nutmeg and clove but not overpowering . decent volume of malty sweetness richness . touch of campfire as it warms . good level of carbonation keeps it clean and pretty much exactly what you should expect in a abv pumpkin ale . outstanding drinkability this is the most aromatic and flavorful pumpkin ale you can buy at this level of abv .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at the third session of the bruery s reserve society bal tasting . a appears ruddy amber tinged brown with a big beige head . s some sort of tart berry skin and flesh with some malt lurking beneath . there are really strong notes of chlorine and plastic here that ruin it . f the flavor has harsh notes of chlorine and burnt plastic . there s some berry notes and a bit of bready malt beneath the harsh notes . alcohol is pretty strong . m medium bodied with good carbonation and a sticky mouthfeel with a light astringency . overall definitely the worst beer i ve had from the bruery but i appreciate the effort . i m not sure if lingonberries contribute the chlorine and plastic notes or if something else is going on . i suppose every beer ca n t be a winner .,aroma,0.3,0
had this one on tap at the new brewery but this review is mostly based on a bottle i purchased from a local bottle shop . for the record fresh this might be the mightiest tasting ipa out there . it s simply a hop lover s dream . a pours a clear copper with huge fluffy head and good carbonation . the foam never really settles and clings to the glass the whole way down . s awesome showcase of american citrus piney hops . smells like mango citrus pine needles pineapple melon etc . also has a nice sweet malt aroma in the background . t sticky sweet hop nectar . lots of piney resin with a pineapple mango twang . m a little lighter than imagined although the high hop character provides some fullness . tastes bitter but it does even out with the malts . o overall a finely crafted ipa . among my favs all time and easily my top from out west .,aroma,1.0,1
dark brown appearance complex malty aroma very rich malty flavor with chocolate and carmel overtones . this brew is like a meal but like the other reviews stated it is very drinkable and smooth .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance pours a dark brown with slim cherry wood highlights and one finger of creamy beige head . retention is so so . smell ruh roh . liquid smoke soy sauce chocolate roast malt gas station coffee with mini creamer . alcohol is very evident . sweet smoky and a bit weird . taste slightly better than the nose . sticky sweet with dark chocolate and molasses along with liquid smoke burnt bread crust and some spice character reminiscent of a pre packaged steak rub . mouthfeel actually not too bad . slightly fuller than medium bodied and chewy with mild foamy carbonation . alcohol is quite evident . drinkability this beer is better than the regular leine lineup but not by much . the flavor profile is a strained marriage of sticky sweet malt and burnt smokey bitterness that clash more than balance . and there s this w. also the alcohol presence is quite pronounced for the abv . for the money there are much better ris choices .,aroma,0.4,0
chill hazed burnt orange colored ale . there is a small tan colored head . this is a powerfully aromatic ale it hits you the moment you open it . there is a strong candied fruit smell here . candy dates pineapple cherry and a raw tobacco scent . this smells strongly of pipe tobacco . there is a rum and grape smell here . about the most aromatic beer i have smelled in at least a year maybe more . ca n t think of a beer i can compare it directly to this is n t a dipa . pliny the younger and three floyds dreadnaught are the only two on the same level of complexity . starts out sweet and sour spices with a mushroom after taste . tobacco appears in the flavor . there is some vanilla in here and some fig but the flavor is n t as good as the scent . mouthfeel is good . drinkability is ok . it is hurt some by that slight sour taste .,aroma,1.0,1
pours an attractive amber the head is not very long lived however . my sense of smell is not the greatest so do n t want to bash it on this but the smell is not strong enough for me to really pick out much just a pleasant grassy aroma . mouthfeel is very good with quite a lot of carbonation or so i thought followed by quite a solid hops kick and lingerng bitter aftertaste . is actually very hoppy for what is meant to be a english style pale ale which i have often found quite subdued . this really is a nice enjoyable beer admitedly it cost about as a imported english pale ale i do think they have played with the style a little to make it this bitter but very nice indeed .,aroma,0.6,1
pours cloudy burnt orange to slightly amber in color with a thinly laced even head in a . liter ayinger celebrator glass . the head was thick and full with the tiniest of bubbles and subsided rather quickly leaving little if any lacing . nose is slight with hints of fruit apple in particular . mouthfeel is very carbonated with a light citric tingle . taste is difficult to describe . it isnt heavy and you can not notice the alcohol . again i taste the same apple and orange or lemony hints i mentioned on the nose and mouthfeel . very refreshing tripel and quite enjoyable . i ll be drinking more of this to be sure .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz bottle poured into a giant snifter and now i m stuck with the prospect of finishing it . bright golden with medium head does n t look bad . however it smells like budweiser concentrate everclear . taste is sweet and lagery with an alcohol and unpleasant sour aftertaste . it seems to get worse as i drink it which is directly opposite of most beers i drink . mouthfeel is ok slightly filmy very light and effervescent . not very drinkable i m not looking forward to finishing it but it s not so bad i feel i should dump it out . they re very proud of how strong it is . it has a big hanging tag on it advertising . abv . good for them .,aroma,0.4,0
a hazy golden yellow in a glass with a little head that faded quickly . some really nice lacing . it has a pleasantly pungent complex smell . all sorts of flower and herbal along with some mint . some nice malts but this beer is about the hops which shows . it starts out wet and drinks easy with a semi dry finish that is quite nice . a pleasant change up from the typical ipa that rewards with its complexity yet does n t chase away the casual drinker .,aroma,1.0,1
bought from a local grocery store while on business trip to stavanger norway . poured from a bottle into a clear plastic cup because that was all i had . a color is very pale straw and the beer is clear but milky . the head is thin but persistent and is pure white with exceedingly tiny bubbles . significant lacing on the glass . it looks just like a classic belgian wit which the label implied it was imitating . s the aroma is very faint and is all about yeast . it smells like a brewery during fermentation but with notes of sulphur and lemon . it does not smell spoiled but it is not very inviting . some very faint noble hops . no identifiable wheat or other grains . t mild refreshing flavor . a little malt some wheat graininess lemon spice hops . this is a very well balanced and overall drinkable beer although the finish seems a bit too sweet . m velvety carbonation . moderate body that seems a bit too thick for the style . alcohol is not noticeable . just enough hops bitterness to keep the beer from being too sweet . o this is a nicely balanced and well executed wit beer . the only negative points i see are its slightly heavy mouthfeel and lack of an inviting grain or spice aroma .,aroma,0.6,1
a this beer is a nice dark color definitely pleasing but could be slightly misleading . s nice aroma of cider . that seems to be a recurring theme for me with this beer . t once again . cider . i do n t know why but i have had this beer on tap and out of a bottle and both time i remember thinking did i ask for grab a hard cider . very sweet with an apple like taste that just does n t seem beer to me . m lightly carbonated and goes down quite smooth thanks to the sweetness . d very drinkable once again thanks to the sweetness and light carbonation . not an offensive beer by any means but does not have the same feel as other brown ales that i have had in the past .,aroma,0.8,1
i like to buy singles of arbor brewing s beers when i can because i usually do n t like to take the risk of buying a whole six pack from them of something i have not tried before . espresso love is an excellent example of why i got into this habit . a espresso loves pours deep dark brown with a medium brown head that is fizzing a lot for a stout . when you hold it up to the light you can see that little light brown floaties have settled to the bottom . s the aroma is n t so bad . roasted coffee bittersweet chocolate . t this is where things really start to take a turn for the worst . it starts off as an alright roasted coffee taste but then turns straight sour making for a very unpleasant finish and aftertaste . m very highly carbonated for a stout . i do n t get the slick mouthfeel that i expect from an oatmeal stout . d not existent i do n t think i m going to finish this one . my bottom line i ve had small letdowns from arbor brewing a few times but this is the first of their beers that has been a huge disappointment for me . not recommended and certainly not something i will buy again . steer clear of this one .,aroma,0.7,1
i got it from a local brazillian market for . yes expensive but what can i do i live in brazil . . but as another user said above what a buy . truly great drinkability malty and full bodied . in what concerns oktoberfest beer i found this to be a very good one smooth taste good looks and very very drinkable . definetely worth a try .,aroma,0.6,1
i m guessing this is the one from jamaica . i got it on grand cayman and it was sitting next to some red stripe light and dragon stout . anyway the beer had a nice thick tan head which thinned out a bit but still had good coverage . the smell was sweet malty and smokey which i really liked . the taste was nice but not as nice as the smell . it had more of hop bite to it and got a little bitter as it went down the throat . all in all a cool beer . i m glad i paid double for it especially since it s hard to find around the states .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a clear copper fluffy white head collapses rather quick big bubbles nice lacing . smell is piney citrus caramel spices very nice reminds me of the holidays neat cinnamon hop aroma . taste is strange almost medicinal toffee pine citrus heavy spices bitterness is out of whack not sure whether i like this . mouthfeel is medium bodied some residual sweetness medium carbonation a little aggressive . neat flavours but i do n t think they hold up to the bitterness .,aroma,0.9,1
great slick black appearance slightly oil looking . light brown colored head with some minor lacing on the sides . a burnt milk chocolate smell was nicely permeating from the drink . if only the taste was equal to the nice aroma a little watery and light compared to a dense chocolate taste i was hoping . mouthfeel perhaps is the main culprit in the odd taste with its light watery texture with no real creamy aspect . the carbonation is also a bit off for my palate . nevertheless the mouthfeel allows it to be light enough not too much of a brick in the stomach . overall surprisingly imbalanced .,aroma,0.8,1
a hazy copper with a huge head that left patchy lacing down the side in big clumps . s pleasant pine blue spruce and orange pith citrus mesh with a faint peppery alcohol to create a truly delightful aroma . t a bit of faint light malt with a sharp pine flavor . the aftertaste is a medium strength as far as ipa s go pine bitterness . a nice flavor . m thin but frothy smooth gums up int he throat a bit . not refreshing d tasty and sessionable . i would n t mind having this again . a nice offering from green flash .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle a dark opaque ruby brown color with about a fingers worth of white foamy head . retention settles to a thin layer with sticky lacing . s bits of coffee a malty caramel vanilla with a sweet edge t m lighter to medium bodied . mostly smooth but a bit sticky feeling perhaps too much of a sweet edge . vanilla seems to be in the nose only . hints of a grassy bitterness in the finish which is otherwise sticky . like some other breckenridge brews i ve had this feels a bit thin and watery . d overall not a bad porter but if it has vanilla as part of the name of the beer call me crazy i want to taste vanilla . overall body of the beer could be better . sweetness detracts from drinkability for me but it s not cloying .,aroma,0.8,1
before i even go into the taste of this particular beer.i d like to state that this beer s logo is a great marketing logo the devil enticing you to drink beer . thats reason enough for me to drink this beer . just kidding . beer name aside the overall flavor and mouthfeel was just oustanding . the alcoholic warmth blends well with the hoppy overtones . even though this beer tasted great the smell left much to be desired . to some up in one word bland in comparison to the complex smells of other beers . but do n t get me wrong this beer is a manditory try for any beer taster . if not for me the logo will sell itself .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a pils glass . appearance poured a nice amber red color but was somewhat cloudy . smell was somewhat fuity and had a bit of an alcohol kick . taste was decent . very hoppy and bitter but still fruity . overall not bad but not the best i ve had . it was fairly thin fora winter ale but i d buy it again .,aroma,0.8,1
muddied goldenrod with a typically large white dome . tons of cloves assault the nose intermingled with all spice ginger and vanilla . all of this layered on bread . majestic sniffs . taste is equally multifacited . one of the maltier versions i ve encountered laid out in a doughy bready fashion . touches of caramel as well . spicing takes the fore by the middle . the cloves suggestions are no joke . the ginger and all spice show up as well . the later part sees this take a turn in the citric direction with a hoppy upswell . if i m not mistaken cascades are used here . and it shows especially on the burp . a tiny suggestion of alcohol completes things light bodied with a soft powdery texture . gigantically quaffable which belies its somewhat elevated abv . this is a very fine hefeweizen,aroma,1.0,1
review from notes i remember having this a few years ago when it was first introduced in the new york market i found a very dusty six pack in a beer store and bought it as a goof for a summer block party at my bro in laws house . we did n t pour this beer it was and i think has to be drank right out of the bottle . it s yellow gold with a turd floating in the bottle . oh wait that s a chili pepper . it smells like a chili pepper so i guess that warrants an average rating . holy crap that s friggin hot . nasty taste but hot none the less . it burns my tongue and throat day um . i d take a bud light over this crap any day of the week . looks like the goof was on me .,aroma,0.6,1
used a ml hoegaarden glass . the bottle was ml like most bottles are but it fit into the glass . pours a cloudy yellowy amber with a very nice head . the head retains but in a very thin manner . it smells like molson export from what i remember of ex . i have had beers that smelled slightly like malty vomit but they were from belgium and were made the proper way . those beers were also enjoyed down to the bitterly sedimented bottom . it does smell like a macrobrew vomitus mass the whole way down the glass . yummy . the beer is bold at first but dies off quickly and becomes a macro aftertaste um jamboree i ca n t think of a word in the mouth . for a pack though . the carbonation is fairly close to hoegaarden s which is a nice bonus . this is a macro after all . almost refreshing except for the aftertaste of regular macro swill . it is very drinkable though . i pray it does not bring the hangover of the macrodemon as i once used to enjoy every weekend in my younger days . overall this beer does n t have much of what i look for in beers but for what it is this beer rules at least in its own class of beer . it would kick coors to the curb on a hot summer day with no a c but this beer does n t even stand up to the beer it was modeled after hoegaarden . i hate comparing beers but when a beer is inspired after a belgian beer and the colours of the box are blue and silver bottles too . one has to wonder why a comparison is not valid at all . like the head this beer is on the weaker side . remember though a macro is gaining posts on ba . how bad can this beer really be . i m on my second now and they seem to go down well . .,aroma,0.4,0
the color is orange amber and very clear no cloudiness or haze . smells of weak malt and very weak spice . really almost no smell to this beer . the taste is decent at first but nothing special . kind of dull with nothing sharp or bright in the flavor to hold your interest . there is a touch of minty hops flavor at first with a hint of lemon citrus but it fades too quickly to a sour malt flavor . in the end it tastes like a slightly above average small to midsized town local brew pub lager . but there you do n t expect much . the basics of a sturdy lager are here i suppose but there is a watery slippery rubbery quality to the mouthfeel and it degenerates to a stale backwash flavor on the finish . i do n t think i d buy it again with so many other beers tasting better at the price i paid pack .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance this is solid black in color that has a small off white creamy head . very appealing to look at . smell has a bit of a roasted malt smell similar to a coffee smell but it s a little bland . almost watered down in smell . taste has a solid roasted malt flavor without being too heavy on a coffee or chocolate flavor . quite good . mouthfeel a little thinner than i was expecting but very smooth and soft on the tongue . drinkability this is definitely worth a try and it s certainly something i could get again . i was quite satisfied .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance it has a nice straw golden yellow body . it has frothy slightly off white head . smell pretty plain and not much aroma to speak of which i thought was odd for bavarian beer . taste it has a very nice but even hoppy taste for a beer of this style . it has very nice wheat tones . fruity and banana like . the one thing i did not get was the aftertaste . it had like an odd paint like feeling to it . mouthfeel medium bodied with some fizz . drinkability not my favorite but real good .,aroma,0.6,1
we know it wo n t be crowned king of stouts but to be honest i kind of like guinness . if i m looking for a nice low calorie beer guinness is what i turn to . it s dark but if you hold it up to the light it s slightly translucent . the smell gets me nothing but a hint of malt and the taste is a simple very slightly creamy little beer . the mouthfeel gets interesting with the nitro carbonation but otherwise you pretty much know what to expect . though it s always fun to show off to your liteweight friends when you can slam two guinness and still have room to drink more . i bet they ve never even heard of russian imperial stouts . overall you get what you expect and i guess there s nothing wrong with that .,aroma,0.4,0
oz . bomber bottle with a real life picture of modern windmills . i m not entirely sure what windmills have to do with a marzen beer but it s an interesting choice of a picture . over the picture is the name of the beer in big black letters with the style of beer directly under it . to the left is the address of the brewery and to the right is a us government warning sticker . it s too bad that the brew keeper does n t date any of their bottles because i would have loved to know how long this bottle was sitting around at the brewery . appearance i decided to pour this marzen oktoberfest into my imperial brooklyn brewery pint glass . this brew keeper beer poured a lightly hazy amber orange color . the orange in this beer made the amber look a little reddish . on top of this beer was a an inch bubbly head of pure white foam . this bubbly head of foam actually had really good retention that left behind a tiny white skim of foam and one big mustache streak of lace . smell there was one funky aroma emanating from this beer . i honestly hope that not all of these smell like this bottle did . pray it does n t . the best way i can describe the aroma is that it smelled like sour peanut butter with a subtle whiff of sour malts and overly salted meats . it was horrible . swirling the beer around does n t do this beer any justice . swirling it around will only increase the scent of these horrible aromas . one whiff of this beer and your head will turn in disgust . let s hope that this horrible aroma was only isolated to my bottle of marzen project . taste not much going in the taste but luckily the taste was nothing like the gross sour and salted meat aroma . this marzen oktoberfest was lightly smoky with some toasted and smoked malts a tiny touch of milk chocolate a speck of juicy fruits and a spatter of hops here and there . it did n t have a bad taste but i can tell you that it was a hella of a lot better than the horrible aroma . mouthfeel this was a light bodied beer with too much carbonation and with a lightly smoky aftertaste of smoked malts a splash of milk chocolate and a subtle touch of bitter hops . this smoky aftertaste will dance on your tongue for a few seconds . drinkability if you only look at it and taste it it s not a bad beer . now if all of a sudden you decide to smell it you ll probably not like this beer at all . i would like to try this beer again to see if another bottle tastes and smells like this bottle . hopefully it does n t . i ll tell you what . if i do get another bottle i going to be hesitant when it comes to smelling the beer . i ca n t see why this was such a bad bottle . i bought it straight from the brew keeper back in late december and it s been refrigerated ever since .,aroma,0.3,0
oz . bottle rich clear dark copper color . medium sized tan head . creamy . some legs and lacing . good looking beer . smell was sweet cherries dark . toffee . bit of butter . taste was much less sweet than expected tart cherries and other fruit . quite a bit of citrus . medium body not full enough in my opinion . medium to high carbonation . rather dry . not my thing for this style . too much bitterness for a dopplebock not enough malt and associated character . mouthfeel seems wrong .,aroma,0.8,1
tasted in a pint glass glass at degrees from a oz bottle . a pours a nice amber color with a reddish tint semi transparent and finger head that is retained . the head began to conjugate in the middle after a minute or two . moderate lacing left on pint glass . s not much of an aroma mild hop scent detected . t m nothing overwhelming at the front of the tongue mild malt flavor with a moderate hop presence at the back of the mouth not overly strong . a somewhat hoppy bitterness left on the palate . medium body moderate carbonation . d not a bad ipa but does not rank near the best i ve tasted . worth a try . i can kick back of few of these on a nice spring early summer day .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy gold even cloudy . there s some sediment in the bottle too . smells awesome there s an herbal hoppiness with orange tangerine notes some slight pine and lots of biscuit nutty malt with an undertone of sweet caramel . tastes somewhat different than it smells . distinct hoppy bitterness edged with that english sulfate mineral character and the expected earthiness of an english hop variety . the first thing you notice is the slightly sour yeasty zing immediately followed by lots of nutty biscuit malt carried by that hoppy bitterness . there s a light fruity hop flavour on top of everything with only a very slight hint of yeast esters . it finishes with a clean bitterness and biscuity malt . if not for that initial sour tartness i d like the flavour a lot more . mouthfeel is medium light with medium light carbonation . overall it s a lot more drinkeable than you might expect for a . abv beer . clean and tasty .,aroma,0.9,1
i have long enjoyed drinking guinness draught . growing up in the boston area it was everywhere always . even if i have moved on to stouts i find much better i really ca n t think of anything that looks better than a properly poured pint of guinness . it s majestic .,aroma,0.6,1
hop stoopid clocks in at ibu . this should put it in contention with arrogant bastard and a few other excessively hopped brews . the color is kind of bland . a very plain amber color . but it does have a large head . the aroma is great . tons of grapefruit and orange . it s perfect . wow it s smooth . yes there is a good hit of bitterness upfront . it s lightly carbonated which helps take some of the bite off of it . the hops make way for some nice grapefruit underneath . and unlike arrogant bastard the finish is very clean . overall a nice brew but it s not as complex as i d like . and i do n t taste the ibu . it s much mellower than that .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle poured into a new glarus weiss glass bottle dated the pour is a lively rise of a white head capping a crystal clear golden straw body that is just a hair darker than a normal american light lager . the bubbles are tiny and rise through out the whole beer . a minimal amount of lacing is present at the end of the glass . the nose is very bland . there is a minimal amount of of floral hops that is then taken over by crisp pilsner malt smell . it is very reminiscent of an average pale lager . all i pretty much taste is a full bodied bland american lager with a distinct corn taste which is befuddling me . at the end there is just a little bit of floral notes that could be from the hops or the honey used . that is really the only discernible positive character from the beer . the carbonation is lively and high like an american lager and it drinks quickly and without any hesitation . this beer can easily be gulped in large quantities and is relatively refreshing for what it is . i really had high expectation for this beer given the original description but i feel it falls so short and disappoints . i see this beer as the winter version of totally naked and a direct competitor to honeyweiss . this is the full bodied winter equivalent of that beer and while i see it will please the people who this is targeted to i find it a travesty that beers such as uff da bock black wheat coffee stout and hop hearty had to be shelved to make room for this . why not just make totally naked all year round . it feels like a brewery i know can make some of the best beers i have ever had is now catering to the least common denominator in order to pay for the new brewery . i really hope the rest of the new beers being introduced this year are not a dumbed down version of styles ba s know new glarus can hit a home run in if they wanted .,aroma,0.4,0
had this on in redondo beach ca . a clear orange straw with one finger white head that fades quickly . moderate lacing . s big tropical pine citrus honey spice . can smell from . sweet and very appealing like a hopslam . t taste is a bit different than the smell and reminds me of pliny the younger . there s certainly some tropical biscuit caramel lots of pine and citrus but there s also a hint of pepper before the honey sweetness dukes it out with the lingering semi sour bitterness and earthy spice . drier than a hopslam and again more like a younger . a bit boozy . it dries out nicely for a dipa . m medium body and quite a bit of carbonation . smooth yet prickly and resinous . very good . o i think this is a very fine dipa . subtle and bold tastes great mouthfeel and very drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
presented in a pack of oz foil sealed bottles with freshness dates on the bottle . this beer from unibroue pours a pale sunlight yellow with a foamy white head . the head retention is not great as it fades rather quickly and leaves limited to average lacing . aromas of orange citrus coriander honey and wheat emanate from the glass however i did not detect much if any spice or hops . the taste is very similar to most whites with the noticeable lack of spicy finish . the front of the taste is a citrusy sweet flavor with tones of wheat coriander and honey . but the finish is very flat and lacking the spice and hop kick that i was expecting and used to in this style . the mouth feel and drinkability for this beer were nothing more than average for the style . this was the first unibroue product i have sampled and i have to say i was very disappointed due to the hype and positive feed back i have heard about the beers that this canadian brewery produces . i will just have to sample the five unibroue beers i have waiting in my cellar .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased from new beer distributors in new york to round out the gamut of styles . pours a lovely deep red colour almost like a pinot noir . pink head fizzles out to nothing . the colour is greatit s exactly like what i d want from a black raspberry beer . deep colourful and rich . but in other respects it leaves a lot to be desired . nose is awesome fresh deep raspberry aromas with a pleasant touch of acidity . it s fresh and fruity although not incredibly complex . still it s quite nice . taste is a let down . thin rather watery palate without any body to back up the faint raspberry essence . i think this would have been better with a real spike of acidity herethe addition of some lactobaccillus or even some funky brett would really add another dimension . as it stands it s like a fermented sugar drink leaving no body and no residual sweetness . sigh . smells great colour is great but almost everything else is a let down . i have had some really nice fruit beers in the past but this is not oneit s a very average effort .,aroma,0.8,1
a this beer has a fantastic appearance and has just about everything i look for in a brew . some nice foamy light tan head that retained itself quite well . the color is rather magnificent . rather dark with a nice burgundy red wine color where light penetrates . lacing is moderate and certainly there . it s very visually appealing . the only thing that might make it better to me is some light carbonation floating up which i always like to see . s i do n t know but i could pull out almost no smell . at first i was able to get some toffee like or caramel hints out of it but a couple minutes after pouring i did n t detect any of that . there seemed to be a little maybe malty sweetness or maybe fortified wine aroma but that was about it . this smell really does n t impress me since there s hardly anything there . t again i m pretty let down by the taste . it seemed to match the nose rather well with some light roasted toffee caramel flavors . there s a little malty sweetness as well . aftertaste was sort of non existent . only thing that stayed with me was a little bit of bitterness . there are n t any bad flavors but there certainly is n t any flavor i d right home about . m not bad . very mildly syrupy but otherwise sort of light and thin . not really any carbonation present just sort of an average mouthfeel . d good drinkability in that it s refreshing and does n t feel so substation carbonated thick etc . that you feel like you re drinking a meal . if this beer is enjoyable to you there likely would n t be any problem throwing a few back . overall this is probably my least favorite offering from magic hat that i ve had . it s not bad i just do n t think it has a whole lot behind it that s good . i ll probably give it another try sometime just to see if i have a new perspective .,aroma,0.4,0
ml pours an orange yellow color with particles in suspension . very light on the carbonation . thin head of off white bubbles . aroma is earthy with a touch of citrus and grass . taste uh taste is astringent and reminiscent of socks . stinky dirty sweaty socks . simply awful . i am so overwhelmed and distracted by this awful sock flavor that i cant pick up much else . cant wait to get the taste out of my mouth . ml is way to much of this tragedy . oh the humanity .,aroma,0.7,1
i had this at the pre jackie o s release tasting at fluff . poured into a goblet . appearance pours a cloudy orange color with a ring of white head . smell quite smokey not sure how much of that comes from the bacon or not . definitely picking up the sweetness from the maple syrup . taste think maple syrup poured into water and then smoked . not a huge fan . mouthfeel medium body with tingly carbonation and a dry finish . overall this is a really weird beer . i m really glad i was able to try it but i would n t want more .,aroma,0.7,1
a wow just wow . this brown ale has a massive head . i m talking an easy fingers . slow to receed and when it does there is nice heavy lacing . nice roasty brown colour pour . s mild nutty malts with just a bit of chocolate . not that pronounced though . t initially some citrus pine hops but then slam . nutty roasty malts with some nice chocolate tastes on the end . a bit of a stretch for a brown ale but this is quite tasty . m smooth and creamy with just enough carbonation . d really really solid . goes great with my steak . very very drinkable . easy to drink this whole bomber .,aroma,0.7,1
a light blonde beer with a hint of red shining through good head retention and some lacing . lots of visible carbonation . s the odd smell of copper and metal mixed with a hint of garbage and rust . t tinny subtle flavours very light but almost unpleasant . slight hops detectable and slight hint of sweet malt . m light and fizzy but a little harsh . d sessionable enough but not tasty enough to require it .,aroma,0.4,0
i bought a bomber of each of the hatters and was excited to try this one being that it is a session strength version of a normally high gravity style . a the beer pours black as expected not much to comment on here . s smell is only centennial no coffee chocolate or roast . t taste is lightly roasty then is transitions into grassy floral bitterness and the cool part is it finishes with roast . no flavor over powers the other each is light and equalnto the other . m mouthfeel is light and carbonation is medium high o i am very happy with this beer if it was sold in pack i would go to it on occasion . i wish more breweries would produce more normal strength versions of this style . good change of pace .,aroma,0.6,1
i m often overwhelmed by dfh offerings and such is the case with this one . pours a hazy amber the color of iced tea with no head but considerable lacing . immense aromas hit the nose . plums and lilacs begin the assault followed by maple and vanilla syrup and a touch of smokiness . alcohol is also picked up . mouthfeel is exceptional . tart and melt in your mouth kind of creamy chewy but there is a slight alcohol bite . taste is maple syrupy with a big hops presence . hard hitting alcohol but i did n t note the oak mentioned on the label . this is a very complex ale as most dfhs are but the complexities do n t mask the big abv as well as their minute ipa imho . finishes bitter and syrupy . i think the dogfish head minute is a more well balanced and drinkable ale even at nearly twice the abv . still this ale is an adventure .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pours a hazy golden orange . best part of the beer . smell apricot hand lotion . taste apricot hand lotion . not enough hops . brings chemical flavorings to mind . mouthfeel nice medium body . drinkability i poured it out after four sips . never again .,aroma,0.7,1
poured this from a bomber into a tulip glass . beautiful . hazy orange color though the light that shined through it threw red on my hand . one finger head that dissipated into a bit of froth on top . smelled fantastic . citrus fruits dominate grapefruit lemon orange . smell was comparable to the finest belgians that i ve had . taste was disappointing after the wonderful smell . the smell was very sweet but it tasted bitter and sour . actually the taste is pretty appropriate since it tasted like unripened fruit . medium yet confident mouthfeel . this is the the first of the vertical epics i ve tried and i was n t very impressed . definitely the weakest offering i ve had from stone . however it was designed to be enjoyed five years from now and i noticed huge potential from the aroma . i ll definitely pick up another of these to age until then .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a snifter . a pours a hazy reddish copper with finger of head that dissipates quickly . film clings to the side while a thin layer of lacing slides down the glass . n cherry honey fig banana candy sugar light funk hints of cinnamon and perhaps some clove . t banana cherry cinnamon with hints of funk and clove . bready malts and honey flow in with a hint of grape and fig . finishes with clove and cinnamon . m light medium bodied smooth mild carbonation clean and dry . o nicely balanced and easy drinking . abv is well hidden . mainly consists of cherry banana and bread . spicing is light with a mellow yeastiness . sweet and candy like . this makes a wonderful winter treat .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at old chicago pours mahogany black with a tight . tan head . insane lacing very good head retention s slight iron chocolate notes t a little iron up front then some roasted malts . chocolate some slight lactose follow . dryness chocolate dominate the finish mf rich smooth damn near perfectly balanced super drinkable a nice dry stout that kicks guiness in the arse in my humble opinion,aroma,0.7,1
great tasting beer from capital brewery . good malt flavor comes through without being sweet . pours a very light head with a rim of head holding on to the glass . bitterness is very balanced and in the background . very drinkable lager . clean tasting and pretty smooth .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle from whole foods columbus oh . no bottling date . unfortunately they had it in the fridge not following the suggestion on the bottle to leave at room temp until ready to serve . i warmed to suggested f . a dark brown almost black . strangely almost no head appeared . s smells like a rich coffee espresso a hint of cream and sugar . very nice . t initial attack is pleasant pure coffee but then it turns quite bitter but not in a hoppy way more of an unpleasant burnt coffee way . m slightly viscous but smooth despite the abv not much heat . pleasant carbonation . o i do wish i knew its age though i would guess on the young side so it would probably benefit from a bit of aging as suggested on the bottle . the smell is the best part of this beer . i might try it again to see what aging does but this particular bottle i m having a hard time getting past that burnt coffee component .,aroma,0.9,1
excited to try this one after a recommendation from a coworker . poured with a nice in . head in a konings hoeven chalice . a very pretty ruby color that keeps me staring . i was n t getting many aromas only a fruit i ca n t pinpoint . tasting grapefruit and cherries and after warming a bit i tasted banana also a little but of alcohol lingers but not very noticeable . a nice tingling mouthfeel i rather enjoyed .,aroma,0.4,0
i m not much of a saison guy but i like this . though if i had to guess i would not have picked this out to be a saison . reminds me of an ipa actually . smells of bready malts with some sharp somewhat earthy notes hard to describe . not much in the way of yeasty esters or phenols that i can detect or discern from the other flavours happening here . tastes much the same a toasty bready malt accented with an unusual fruity twang . i do n t taste the peppercorns they mention . finishes with just malt . i t s relatively light bodied though not as much as i d expected . carbonation is moderately light and finishes dry but not as much as i d expect from a saison . overall i really really like it . but i m not sure it exemplifies what a saison should be .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark as midnight this beer does not let light through . the head is dark tan and very wispy . there is little evidence of carbonation . s great mix of malt sweetness roasted coffee raisins and alcohol . t sharp hops bitterness acrid roast coffee burning alcohol . m moderate to heavy body no carbonation evident . the alcohol burn is a big element . d this has all the elements you d expect from imperial stout but it hits you in the face with them without a hint of balance or subtlety . not my cup of tea .,aroma,0.9,1
a murky yellow color with a hint of pink . an inch thick soft white head . s i can pick up a fruity smell not really peach . just a general fruit aroma . hmm . t sour in front . peach . the aftertaste killed me not good . a bit too sour . m medium body . smooth at first frothy going down . d too sour for me . and the peach is not very apparent . i have had and enjoyed berliner kindl weisses and i was using that as a judging point . it just did not compare . i think i will give it another try this year .,aroma,0.4,0
thin whispy white head . does not linger long cloudy orangish color light will not penetrate with small hop particles floating around . aroma is smack you in the face hop blast appropriate for a pnw ipa . taking dry hopping to its logical extreme with several whole hop cones in each bottle . taste and mouthfeel heavy and full malt sweetness with nice scouring hop bitterness throughout . taste would likely survive an ocean trip to india by sailing ship . nice beer but not exceptional .,aroma,0.9,1
this pours dark for a blonde ale more toasted almond in color than golden but it has a nice lasting creamy head . notes of honey and light maltiness in the bouquet as well as a hint of grape and dough these complexities are easily the standout aspect of this brew . the flavor is dominated by light toasted malts there might even be a hint of chocolate malt in there and a little nondescript fruitiness in the finish . creamy mouthfeel with above average length though the bitter aftertaste does detract from overall drinkability . overall this is an easy drinking and somewhat undistinguished blonde ale . neither the most interesting most drinkable nor most offensive offering from durango brewing but it s worth a look and has the potential to be a nice conversion brew for macro drinkers .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a black with garnet traces when held up to the light and has a modest tan head . light aromas of sweet fruit and a hint of chocolate . but it is very faint . the taste reveals a nice blend of hops on the nose and tapers off into a light chocolate and malt . other than the hops there is nothing here that really sticks out as it is a rather mild blend but quite enjoyable . the mouthfeel is that of a medium bodied brew and finishes slighty sticky . pretty decent brew . cheers .,aroma,0.6,1
picked up a sixer of this at smokin joes in jacksonville al . yes this has finally made it to my area . was stoked when the owner told me he had a new ipa for me . he is just as excited about new beers as i am . i served this up in a standard terrapin pint glass . a the pour results in a bronze colored body . held to the light more yellows come out . the body is pretty clear with a lazy but consistent carbonation moving around in here . the pour built up almost two fingers of foamy white head . it falls slowly to a creamy top cap as the experience goes on . good amount of lace sticks to the glass and sheets it all the way down . s the smell is a little more faint than i expect from an ipa . getting some herbal hop notes to start things off . pretty earthy actually . behind that are the citrus notes in the form of lemon zest and skin . there is some malt balance here in the nose . bring out some sweet and bready malts to balance out the aroma and it almost neutralizes it . slightly unimpressed here . t where it falls short in the nose it makes up for in flavor . this beer just comes out to be a very solid ipa . getting the citrus hops up front and in some abundance . getting some lemon grapefruit bitter bitter not sweet or sour at all and a touch of tangerine . there are some herbal and floral notes building as well behind all this citrus . malts are coming out mostly bready but there is a slight caramel sweetness as well . its not balanced but it does cut the initial bitterness in the flavor and then allows the bitterness to develop slowly to the aftertaste . m this beer is on the lighter side of medium but has a nice weight to it . it is a little sticky and oily coats lightly on the palate . abv is not really coming out to me at all . wonderfully hidden . bitter on the palate mostly . aftertaste is lingering lemon and grapefruit . d this is wonderfully easy to put down . i can drink this all day long to be honest . it has a balancing quality to it that makes it easy drinking but still has that hop bitterness i want . i only wish the aroma had a bit more to it but ca n t win em all . overall a great beer and another sleeper for me from sierra nevada . damn happy to finally have it on demand in my area . serving type oz bottle vessel type pint glass price na,aroma,0.6,1
had this a while back . wanted to re visit it . the beer pours a hazy orangey peachy color with a finger of head that falls to an uneven coat over the brew . nice and pretty . the nose is nice with a bit of spicey orange citrus and slight wheaty grain . i dig it a lot . the flavor is not as nice as the aroma . its a little like a creamy orange but almost with a soapyness in there . does n t really do it for me as much as i recall it doing the first time . the feel is thick almost syrupy wtih a light carbonation . i find the flavor keeps this from being a highly drinkable beer . that soapy character just does n t do it for me . the does not come through at all with this brew so drinkability is big . a pretty good beer all things considered .,aroma,1.0,1
version ml bottle a well it is n t flat . a hard pour yielded a thin ring of medium sized bubbles that quickly faded . this could be revived with a swirl . the body was a very dark ruby tinted brown . it was almost opaque . s only my second brandy barrel aged beer and i ca n t keep my nose out of the glass . warm but not hot sweet but not cloying the brandy takes center stage . it is warm and inviting with oak and vanilla accents . behind that are some dark fruits like raisins and plums plus a little toffee and brown sugar . not overpowering like many barrel aged beers instead this is almost subtle and very enticing . t here again the brandy barrel is at the forefront but just a little of the complexity from the nose is lost . sweet elements of of brandy vanilla toffee brown sugar and caramel . the dark fruits from the aroma are harder to find here but they peek through every now and then . on the sweet side for sure but it works well with this one . m yeah this is a little undercarbonated but not by all that much . i do n t like gassy b wines but this was just a bit too still . the body was viscous and somewhat silky . d i admit that i came into this with a chip on my shoulder . i had all kinds of nasty things in mind that i intended to write . it pains me to say it but this great beer is only a couple bubbles away from being world class . as great as it was this is most likely my last lost abbey offering . they have taken a beating in the forums in recent months and deservedly so . to repeatedly release flat beer is baffling and unacceptable . plain and simple beer needs to be carbonated before it is sold . the onus should not be on the consumer to properly store a beer while it carbonates before it can be consumed . to do so without a word of warning to the public is particularly outrageous . because they have failed to do this more than once their customer service record is irreperably damaged in my eyes . its a shame that such talented brewer would treat his customers with such disdain . no more la for me .,aroma,1.0,1
a generic medium brown red . clear . seems to have a problem holding carbonation the pour is very fizzy and produces a decent head but it disappears right away leaving the beer looking flat . also not much lacing . s light sticky sweet smell of grains and honey . molasses and cracker or bread notes . very pleasant . t taste is much like the smell . crisp bready and malty . has a solid sweetness to it . an oaky buttery taste hiding in the background . not much hoppiness . there is a bitter aftertaste but it is something wierd rather than hoppy . actually the aftertaste is pretty unpleasant it tastes synthetic . m big mouthfeel issues with this brew . the carbonation issue i noted earlier is especially apparent in the thin watery feel this beer has . d far from perfect but for the price . for a six pack of bottles i am not complaining . the kind of nasty aftertaste fades away quickly and becomes less noticable as a bottle goes on . not bad not good i might buy it again just for the price and because i really like vienna lagers .,aroma,0.9,1
ml corked and caged bottle served in an oversized wineglass . pours an opaque slightly ruddy deep mahogany tone with a finger of beige off white head that quickly lapses into a thin collar middling spotty lacing . aroma is right there with what i look for in a bsda nice bouquet of caramel malts dark fruits belgian yeast and maybe some candied sugar . i m suddenly pretty jazzed about this beer . taste is a bit of a disappointment largely follows the nose but with a much greater almost cloying degree of sweetness . dark fruits up front with a big caramal malt wallop emerging in full mid palate ish a bit an alcohol kick in the finish but other than that an abv is well hidden . if the sweetness was dialed back a bit this could be a great beer . still very good but imo just a bit too sweet . medium plus borderline full bodied mouthfeel with adequate carbonation . i would n t mind having this again in the future but as far as this sitting is concerned i can see the bottle wearing on me soon .,aroma,0.9,1
another one from my father in law . thanks mike . ml can . pours very pale yellow with a big white head . the head drops almost instantly and leaves almost no lace . aroma is not good . buttery diacetyl . dms . corn . bit of honey sweetness . crackers and grain . taste is ok. fairly bland . bit of butter and dms . no bitterness . honey sweetness . mouthfeel is ok. medium high carbonation level is a bit much . very light body . drinkability is ok. not my style but not too bad .,aroma,0.3,0
this is a pretty solid maibock from my local brewers . probably my favorite from millstream so far . the beer pours to a nice golden amber with a nice carbonation and a decent fluffy white head . lacing is decent . the smell is somewhat lacking however . a feint little bit of sweet with some caramel malty notes but only when huffing the glass like a shoe polish addict . the taste is good . sweet with a very slightly roasted caramel malt flavor . fairly crisp . fairly clean for a millstream beer as well . very soft palatable flavors . this is an easy spring drinker .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage a hazy reddish golden orange with just a little bit of dense off white head that really sticks around a while and leaves solid lacing . looks really appealing . s mmm malty goodness . awfully difficult to describe . it s kinda citrusy sweet not hoppy citrus though and caramelly and rather delicious . t this is . yet harder to describe than the aroma . quite sweet and delicious though . i still have sweet citrus in mind and there s an odd bit of bitterness again not hoppy bitterness that reminds me of orange pith . that bitterness for lack of a better word is actually a bit distracting but overall it s still quite good . m nice and thick and smooth . practically no carbonation . nice . overall i m quite impressed . i have n t had this fresh but it s fantastic at three years old . i m thoroughly enjoying the rest of the glass .,aroma,1.0,1
bomber sampled from a small snifter . pours a nice clear copper color with a very thin layer of white head floating on top . oh man . the aroma on this is perhaps as the name implies heavenly . almost a perfect balance in the nose fruity pine needles grapefruit . there is a richness in the aroma . and this one goes through three hoppings kettle hop back and dry hopping . awesome . the flavor is just about perfect . a fine balance of hop flavors including a nice grapefruit bitterness and a light bready undertone . the flavor is very rich finishing with a bit of alcohol warmth . un earthly has an astringency that lingers . but as a whole this is a very drinkable beer . and quite delicious .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased at wilbur s in ft collins . it pours from ml bottle a clear light gold with a fairly large head of foam . after the second pour the brew becomes cloudy and the head of foam is more substantial and longer lasting . i ve got finger foam in my glass right now and it s not shrinking at all . nice . the smell is malty and hoppy . neither is more dominant than the other . the taste starts of with some malt but then the hops move in and that s on the citrusy side . this is a very delicate beer and in order for me to get the most flavour out of it i have to swish it back and forth in my mouth . that s when this alt starts to shine . i get some real earthy notes from the malt as well as some sweet caramel and the hops subside to a point where they re just giving the beer the slightest bit of bitter and semi sour character . i miss the fine nuances when i just sip and swallow . overall . i think a lot of the flavour with this alt will be missed if you just sip or drink and swallow but i find that swishing it in your mouth just a few times will help you recognize what s going on here when you return to sipping drinking . just something that i find from my experience . ymmv . bottom line i really like this alt and i hope to try some more of the style in the not too distant future .,aroma,0.6,1
i drank this from a . oz bottle from the de struise web shop . the beer pours medium brown like a quad should look but a little lighter of a brown than the pannepot . there are tons of yeasy floaties . the head is disappointing only rising a little then gone right away . the aroma is really dark fruits raisins caramel with a slight hop finish . the taste is ok does n t quite live up to a great quad though . a little light in feel and a very alcoholic finish . the taste is in general is just kind of flat .,aroma,0.9,1
i ve sampled this beer every year since it s creation and this year is by far the best . the first versions were too heavy on the holiday spices and every year it seems to become more and more balanced . the appearance from the growler pours a nice hazy red brown body and an off white head that laces the glass . the smell is average relative to a xmas style beer which are usually loaded with spice and citrus . only the slightest hint of orange comes off the beer . the taste is excellent though . the spices and fruit are at a perfect balance with the malts and hops . this is by far my favorite holiday beer so far . the strongest flavor is of juicy orange followed by a little bite of that holiday spice the name eludes me right now . and the finish is quite smooth due to the balance of hops the hops bitterness is fairly light . mouthfeel is watery a hint of oily . and drinkability is very good because of it balance and lack of hop bite . i would love to see this beer in the spring and summer as a fruit wheat style beer . keep the recipe as is and leave out the holiday spices . this would stand up to any of the fruity wheat beers out there now such as shock top wheat or any leinenkugel beer is what comes to mind .,aroma,0.6,1
it pours a hazy tawny brown color with a tall billowy tan head . aroma is complex and deep cherries plums cloves cinnamon orange peel and nutmeg all seem to float on a platform of caramel and molasses . some medicinal phenols are well hidden and integrated . the flavor is rich and dominated by the molasses and orange peel . the palate is full with sufficient bitterness and a warming sensation of alcohol . but what starts out as intriguing eventually becomes overbearing by the end of a ml. and those phenols become too prominent .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz growler from tayner p pours black under a small brown head . no retention no lace . s smells of olives . yeah olives . some hints of roasted malt and some chocolate but a distinct olive smell to it . do n t know where that came from . it s not horrible unless you hate olives but it s rather unexpected and out of place . and to be fair i think the olive smell is just the combination of all the other aromas it just hits me like olives . t taste is actually pretty clean . mostly some chocolate and light coffee some roasted malt with moderate bitterness . no hint really of the olive in the nose . m d smooth low carbonation easy to drink . aside from the olive in the nose this one is pretty good and i m surprised to report that after the first smell .,aroma,0.4,0
had this one on tap at the cock and bull pub in cincinnati . a nothing too special here . golden amber minimal head . s very citrusy and fruity upfront . some sweet pineapple escapes as well . also some pine scent . hoppiness is evident . t very nice . met with a sweetness at first leading me to believe the pineapple is coming through . this fades into the the grapefruit piney hoppy taste . plays well together and the bitterness is n t overpowering . m moderate carbonation . you can feel the hops coat your tongue . bitterness has a slight hang but does fade quickly . d for me one is enough . it s good but not something i would session with .,aroma,0.9,1
what a bitter acidic vinegary mess . i think this bottle might have gone bad but i was assured it had recently come in . it looks fine cloudy hazy orange with a nice white head . smells sweet and complex fruity and slightly sugary . the taste is awful there is some sweetness but it is overpowered by a biting bitterness . almost astringent . the rest is going down the drain .,aroma,0.8,1
unclear garnet body with a moussy amber head that reduces to a lingering film with coarse lacing . aroma is big hops . piney resiny grapefruit with some earthy woody undertones . the hops are underlined by some dark fruit from crystal malt creating a berryish smell . flavour is sweet again heavy american hop dry hop crispness but not overly bitter . malt comes through at the end some nutty munich notes and a nice hit of berry from the crystal . mouthfeel is nice and full lightened by prickly carbonation . perfectly balanced wonderful and refreshingly innovative . i m starting to think rogue bombers might be worth their exhorbitant price out here .,aroma,1.0,1
a golden fantastic orange with a finger wide head that leaves little to no lacing . s smell on this beer is amazing . i gave this beer a . it is outside of the box and redefined the meaning of a pumpkin beer . the beer smells like a cream stuffed pumpkin . t taste like pumpkin heavy cream pie served in a fresh pumpkin on a cool autumn day . m moderate to full bodied with a frothy creamy head that creates a silky texture . d drinkable for the style but still bomb is good for me . this is the best pumpkin beer out . beware do not let this beer warm though because the alcohol becomes too prominent .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a five finger white head that fades to a thin layer leaving some lace . nearly clear amber color . light carbonation and light medium bodied . virtually no nose . flavor is light lemon and wheat . . for a oz bottle from capitol convenience concord nh .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to portia for this bottle in a trade it s a very nice example of the style . the beer pours a deep gold hazy color with some very nice lacing left on the glass with a nice ring of head looks very nice . the smell is hardly there but i do get the twist of saaz hops and some nice wheaty bready and certainly grainy malts a clean overall smell just not very strong . the taste is very well balanced and goes clean over the palate with nice fruity notes and excellent tasty semi sweet malts and fresh grains and a lemon twist of hops and maybe a little bit of dates at the end though its abruptly cut off with a dry finish . a classic clean and sudsy feel pretty nice overall and easy to drink . a nice beer i d get again great to have while watching football .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a bit thin for a stout and less opaque than a stout should be . tan head that thins to a collar . great smell though slightly bitter malty smell with a sweetness that comes from the lactose . not as sweet smelling as young s but that s a good thing . bitterness is more alcohol than anything else . ugh . overly carbonated and thin bodied for a stout . and i do n t mean carbonation as in a cascading head like guinness i mean carbonated like a coke . not much heavier than coke either . too thin for a stout . this was my first beer from left hand . i ve been eyeing their beers while working my way through other breweries and i was hoping for better beer than this . not sure if i ll buy full sixers of the rest of their beer maybe i can get mixed sixers from cost plus or something so it s not quite such a risk .,aroma,0.8,1
this was unexpectedly . downright bad . i got this in a bif from an unknown source . batch no other freshness markings noted . poured into an oversized wine glass . it seemed to have a deep dark nutty brown body with some ruby highlights . my pour created an inch of pecan cream head with some lasting bubbles not a whole lot of lacing going on in the glass . whew . tart cherries some pineapple sour apples plastic and some funk . i could smell it immediately as i capped it . it was very winy with a hint of balsamic vinegar . sourness and dirt dominate the pallete here . this is a one dimensional monster of a beer . at times it seems to develop in the glass but the development is an improvement . later in the sitting i notice some burnt plastic lingering in my mouth . there s something off with this brew . it seems way too carbonated which might be the root of the problem . this is my first jolly pumpkin beer and i ca n t even finish it . it s a sour little bitch with no real qualities that can be enjoyed other than the aroma . epic fail in my opinion . i ll just pray that i had a bad bottle but by judging from some other reviews it seems unlikely .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at bray s one night stand and only available on this day according to them drank from a oz taster . pours a dark brown black color with a decent sized head and some lacing . the smell is amazing strong coffee aroma more so than any other coffee stout i ve had easily the best aspect of this stout . the taste is a bit more reserved with the coffee as it s hard to beat the strong aroma but there is a good deal of coffee and roasted malt hint of chocolate and a decent bitterness in the end .,aroma,1.0,1
ml corked bottle poured into a big goblet pours a clear ruby red with absolutely no head . only the faintest gasp as i pulled the cork out . smell is cherries sour rather pleasant . smells like a sour beer . taste is rather cough syrupy sweet with an alcohol aftertaste . mouthfeel is silky but unpleasantly flat . sweetness and unpleasant mouthfeel greatly reduce drinkability .,aroma,0.8,1
first let me mention that i almost pulled my bottle opener out of the drawer and then i remembered twistie . poured from a oz bottle into a clear plastic cup as it should be . yellow fizzies and a finger of white head . lots of bubbles . the lacing is n t all that shabby honestly . smell . gak . a bit of vomit on the forefront . really raw nasty cheap grain smell . a guess there s some sort of quasi hop smell ish thing going on . i do n t know what to say about the taste other than rancid grain beer bad beer corny tortillay bad beer taste . lots of cheap generic tostitos corn . it s got a bitterness on the finish that might be from hops or it might be from the employee who puked in the vat . no telling . there s some bubbles . i ll give it that . bottom of the adjunct lager barrel . so bad . edit after letting it breathe for about minutes it becomes slightly less rancid .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a very clear coppery light brown . thick dense head good lacing . mild aroma of bready sweet medium malts crystal munich etc . some honey like malt aromas . moderate floral herbal bitterness upfront suppported by smooth caramel honey malt sweetness . very clean finish slight lingering caramel honey sweetness with a touch of what i take to be noble hops . some molasses brown sugar . very nice . light carbonation full mouthfeel quite chewy . this is a robust yet refreshing and drinkable beer . very nice malt profile sweet but not overly so hopped with perfect finesse . i do n t know much about altbiers but i enjoyed the hell out of this one . from what i know it seems adequately fitting to the style .,aroma,0.6,1
grab this little guy at the flying saucer . pours a true red body that is not hazy at all . a nice finger length head sticks out with a nice pale khaki color . smells heavenly . this thing is full of floral and citrus sharp hop notes . it smells of flowers grapefruit clementines and there s a little crystal malt and sweet cranberry which i think is a fusion of the malt and hop character . taste similar to the smell but with a much more intense caramel syrupy malt body . finishes very sharp and bitter which is pretty dynamic in comparison to the malty richness up front that s only highlighted by the floral and grapefruit hops . dispite the malt intensity and hop smash it s surprisingly refreshing .,aroma,0.9,1
as soon as i poured this i was disappointed . after a hard day s work the enjoyment of any beer is enhanced yet this one is upsettingly average for a cooper s ale . the head seemed not to form correctly while pouring so there was an excess of effervescence and a consequent lack of head retention . there is noticeably less yeast suspended in the beer than most cooper s ales which is one thing i love about the brewery . it is fairly mild but i just noticed some faint but pleasing roast coffee characteristics . overall i hoped this would be better it s not bad but it s not great . i ll give it another go one day in case it was a slightly infected brew explaining the flatness but maybe i just prefer a meatier cooper s .,aroma,0.7,1
one of the real great reasons for me moving from louisville to durham nc was the discovery of this beer . when i moved i quickly noticed this was the overall drinking beer at nearly every place my wife and i went . the pour is a wonderfully clear and with constant bubbling moving upwards . nice rich white head which settles in the middle but stays constant on the edges for a decent lace for this lager . i m not good at the smells of non craft beers but the malts are most present . very light and not at all bitter . malts dominate to me . this beer has the most character i ve tasted for a beer you can drink at a sporting event . from here on out i will always have this beer in my fridge as long as i m in a city where i can get it . fyi buy this beer in a can over a bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
clear golden to amber color big frothy white head leaving lace . . but once we smell it there s a problem . let s go in close . soap wet cardboard aspirin . i m almost tempted to call it skunked it is in a clear green bottle all the way from england and had been sitting on a dry shelf in a well lit aisle . anyway it does n t smell like any ipa . taste wet juicy lightly acidic softly hoppy . there s an oily buttery off putting finish then nothing . lacks any of the snap or bite i prefer in a good ipa but that s never the british way is it . gets better as we go . but i ll never forget how unpromising the aroma was when i first cracked it . drinks down nice and mild lightly hoppy not bad overall but nothing i d recommend .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle from a great trader dajtai . a pours a pale yellowish amber color with frothy white head and lots of lacing on the glass s smells like major hops citrus grapefruit some pine . the usual great dipa scents t tastes just like the smell but the hops are less prevalent that i expected . i m not sure if the hops have faded some but with a bottled on date of and it only being six weeks later i would n t think so . still very good though . some malty balance in there too . i guess i expected a hop bomb which this is n t . m solid mouthfeel full bodied and well carbonated d high drinkability there s good flavor and no alcohol taste so i think i could drink this continuously except for when it kicks in,aroma,1.0,1
poured a very very light gold with a small very white head that disappeared to absolutely nothing with no lacing . the lightness of the color was something i do n t usually see in a beer . the smell seemed to be of corn adjunct and cheapo malt . something i normally associate more with american malt liquor . the colour is of course far too light for that though . i m not even sure if there is corn adjunct in this beer . that would surprise me for a british beer . but it certainly tastes like it . it s got that classic beer taste . the taste was not something i expected based on the smell . it was a very light bodied beer with some hops . the malt and grain had so little flavour that it was masked by the hops even though there was n t an extraordinary amount . it tasted like a light piney hops with some classic bad beer taste in the background . it was very drinkable but not impressive in any way . i wo n t be buying it again that s for sure . i imagine it would have been good with spicy foods but alone the aftertaste is too noticeable and not good .,aroma,0.9,1
bought a pint of this at the bar adjacent to the brewery . bronze coloured with a big head and marvellous slightly citrus very herbal nose . hops dominated with a very distinctive lemon rind flavour to the fore . malt was apparent but very much in the background . good carbonation helps to make this eminently drinkable .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a light orange looks lagery . smell is mild roasted malts and taste is nothing impressive at all . almost like a sam adams clone . mild hop notes add something but a metallic aftertaste takes it right away . if refreshing is the best thing i can say about a beer you know that means trouble . not terrible but a truly mediocre microbrew . if i had access to it it might be a lawnmower beer. but having to have it shipped puts it in the disappointment column .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer was skunky . skunky like a becks . and i couldnt find any other component of this beer redeeming enough to get over that skunkyness . my encounter with this beer started out ok . it has a pale yellow appearance with a medium amount of head . however its aroma was skunk plus some cloviness . taste exhibited becks or maybe even becks light levels of skunkitude again with a bit of clove chasing after it to apologize . definitely not recommended .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from ml btl into duvel tulip . pours a golden honey with solid twofinger head . excellent retention and lacing . solid layers of tart cranberry rich malt almonds macadamia nuts . slight vegetive undertones . a little too linear and one note. silky silky mouthfeel . starts with citrus and tropical fruits lychee kiwi canteloupe nice notes of cereal grains malty croissant and almond with a very well integrated hop profile . beautifully simple and straightforward with an elegant underlying complexity . very polished . i am impressed . this saison is traditional yet unique . very well done . a great new twist on an old style .,aroma,0.7,1
my first beer from the much vaunted three floyds . pours a coffee black with a thin tan head that turns into a crown with spotting . smells absolutely fantastic . chocolate oats sweet malt cream . tastes milky not just a clever name light chocolate malt light sweetness in the finish . mouth is med thick with low med carbonation . good . easily my favorite of this style so far . wish i could get fff in this area as they live up to the hype .,aroma,1.0,1
could n t find a date on the bottle . a light maple amber . off white head has great lace and nice retention . s overripe fruit with a sour overtone . unfortunately the combination came off as rancid on my nose but two of the tasters with me didnt get the same effect . brackish salty notes deep in the nose . t opens with guava and tart apricot but a salty mid profile quickly overtakes the sweetness . a rancid funk creeps up behind the salt with a sour lemon acidity . this bottle has to have gone bad . m medium body with a lingering salty semi sweet finish . low carbonation . o unfortunately it looks like this got contaminated on its way to my glass .,aroma,0.3,0
this pours a clear light straw colour without much of head although it seems to a heavish carbonation . fantastic nose of bananas and wheat . some spice in there as well and a bit of sweetness . i love it . very malty on the palate . a little bit of the banana persists . quite a high carbonation . a belchy beer for sure . this is n t going to change the world but i think i could do a session of it quite easily . all the better when i got the pack just for subscribing to a magazine .,aroma,0.9,1
the nd in my series of cheap beer reviews for an evening . a pours a light grassy color that is once again very clear . there is lots of big carbonation rising in many columns . there is some mild sticky lacing that clings to my glass the foamy white head quickly disappates into a thin ring around my glass . not much else here . s the primarly aromas here are of sweet corn and malt . there is also some notes of dry yeast and unprocerssed grains . i do n t really detect any hop bitterness but rather some skunked aromas . t this is another adjunct laden lager . it is quite sweet primarily of corn and some clean bland white rice . there is also some mild citrus fruit notes and a very clean finish which contains some metallic astringent overtones that linger on the palate . not an offensive tasting beer for a cheapy . m again this is a watery thin bodied beer which is to be expected . the carbonation is n t as zingy as i would have thought . it s smooth and somewhat creamy which i did n t expect . d this is a highly drinkable beer i have to say . the corn sweetness hides the alcohol well and there s no real bitterness to detract any novice beer drinkers . good hot weather beer . .it s clean and crisp and i d say one of the best values for a buck a beer you ll find .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a ounce bottle into a tulip . appearance looks a little thin for an imperial stout and has a thin head . smell rich smooth chocolate smell very appealing . taste first tastes are rich smooth chocolate however that rich flavor is countered by a rather thin stout taste . the thin taste of stout diminishes the good chocolate taste . mouthfeel is too thing for the style . drinkability . the thin mouthfeel makes this more drinkable . the alcohol is well masked .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a bottle into a mug . batch . a deep reddish gold . just a bit of haziness . nice eggshell colored two finger head which faded after a moderate amount of time leaving a very fine sudsy lacing . looking back now the look of this beer nowhere near matches the taste . s fruit yeast and wood . i would describe the aroma as faint overall with only the fruit aromas being at all prevalent . it didnt leave me thinking much was coming . i was wrong . t holy crap i think my mouth just exploded . pineapple grapefruit raisins oak maple syrup date toffee caramel honey vanilla sweet breads cocoa fig and carrot cake . i just looked up the ingredients for carrot cake and pineapple and raisins were listed . go figure . boozy aftertaste . the . abv is definitely not hidden in this bad boy . in fact it slaps you in the face and calls you its bitch . . when it warms it can be a bit strong but if you enjoy boozy beers this shouldnt be a problem . m prickly carbonation helps the beer almost literally dance all over the tongue . works well with the plethora of flavors that are going on here . slightly syrupy finish . o a completely unique brew . how sa packed this level of complexity in a golden yellow package with minimal aroma can only be described as wizardry . taste wise this one is all over the place . which begs the question is it any good . i would say a resounding yes . i would gladly take a messy unruly uber complex beer over a one or two note boring one any day . i can tell you right now that this beer is not going to be for everyone . in fact it probably wont be for nearly anyone but it is for me and ill be snatching up every bottle i find . and i encourage beer lovers everywhere to sample one for themselves for a something truly different .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance straw color effervenscence good head awesome lacing smell this is blasphemy but it smelled sorta like mgd . there i said it now i m not invited to any beer gatherings.crap . it does though smell like this but good if you can imagine that . there s some tea thing going on almost like pu ehr tea . taste wow . very new taste to me . its a pale ale but all tea like from the hoppage and a bit sweet . makes me feel like harvesting grain . mouthfeel it s smooth thin and a tad syrupy from the malt . drinkability hands down the easiest drinker ever . this is how people become alchoholics . nota bona i looked on the label and read the words cont . malt liqour fl . oz . i about died when this happened . i was like oh i guess there is no reasoning to this universe . then i found the beers style listed on here and was releaved . keep on rockin in the free world .,aroma,0.6,1
first off let me say i am reviewing this for the folly of it all . i got it from my fridge and who knows where it came from or how long it had been there . a . poured from a oz can into a frosted mug . palest yellow with some head that sticks around and shows some lace . not a terrible start . s. takes a dive in the smell . smells like garbage . the kind thats been sitting out for quite some time . i m in for a bad one . t. extremely light . a watered down beer experience . starts off grainey with a bit of a corn taste a slight bitter note is barely noticed which must be some sad attempt to hop this beer . finishes off slightly metallic . m. just like water . a bit bubbly like watered down seltzer water . d. this can be drank and is by a devoted crowd of poor college kids . i am not impressed . in fact i m disappointed . .in myself . for drinking this .,aroma,0.2,0
a this pours a dark brown like a coke but with subtle ruby highlights . nice medium foamy sized head with minimal retention . regardless of the retention there was sticking and spotty lacing all around the glass . this is a serious looking beer . while this does n t belong here the appearance and graphics on the bottle continue in typical stone fashion . if i had an old school s van one contender for the graphic art would be the stone demon throwing down with iron maiden s eddie . s talk about smelling nothing like the look may suggest . sharp citrus and pine hops with a faint backdrop of maple wood and chocolate . grapefruit with peppery and casual vanilla hints . spruced and roasted . faint garden and floral aromas . all around complex . t sweet candy malts blended against freshly squeezed citrus . creamy caramel balanced against lemon zest and bitter pine tastes . spiced citric mangoes and roasted grapes . resinous sugars and burnt toffee oranges . as this warms the tastes become a little more pronounced and separates out but still seem perfectly entangled . m perfect carbonation with a medium mouth feel . drinks smooth and despite its intimidating color it is pretty refreshing . but this still has some serious weight and bite as you move through the bottle . d i really love how this seems to walk this blurred line between a strong ale and a double ipa . probably worth cellaring a few as well and at . it is worth it . this is a very drinkable beer but so far in my personal experience that goes without saying with stone .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours small but rocky white head over a distinctly clear copper hued body . lacing is fair for the duraton and the head withers away with time . s this is where this brew really pulls you in . there is a slight molasses hint in back of the nearly overwhelming citrus and esters that abound . yeastiness is limited to a doughy note . t while the aroma is astounding the taste does not do the aroma justice . do not get me wrong it s good . it s one of my top ipa s i d say but compared to the outstanding aroma the taste is considerably less in amplitude . it starts with a heavily sweet but oddly moderately acidic initial impression . this settles down to a moderate bitterness with a long sticky finish . m i call this a medium to full bodied beer being a dipa . the reamy texture and soft carbonation just seem right . d get a case have two every night . that s my suggestion but just two .,aroma,1.0,1
a big blue can i bought at a gas station of mcallen texas . a ruby color descent foamy head s metallic industrial malt also a lot of carbonation a alcohol a mess t after i perceived the smell i did n t expect much of the flavor but at least is not offensive i tasted some malt grains with a slightly sweet end m watery light body and medium carbonation d a beed bar but inoffensive flavor and very affordable price .,aroma,0.2,0
from a oz bottle marked commemorative taking flight in nc copper pipe color with a flax colored finger head . bubble a bit fizzy not like pop soda but definitely active . clinging lacy strands of foam stick around . this brew is clear as a spring day . smell is mild but appealing sweet and malty with just a little snap of floral in the background . not super expressive not a bar it all in your face style . more like a quick glimpse of thigh and lace that coyly intrigues you to want more . the taste is what happens behind those closed doors after you ve been together for years . it s good it makes you want more but it s not gon na leave you gasping for breath or hunting for you clothes later . malts take charge with hoppy lightly floral background notes . somewhere in the mix is a bit of toasty caramel but this was like finding waldo i really had to pay attention to pick it out . good carbonation prickled my tongue and the slightly oily mouthfeel made it even easier to down this quickly . smooth with a dryish finish i had no recourse but to grab my glass again almost as soon as i had set it down . to me this was balanced and a good idea of what i could expect from this style . honestly my bomber when down way too quickly . tasty easy to drink enjoyable and refreshing . right on the money for this style i think . fat tire will be a staple even if i have to buy it in bombers . thanks for giving nc a fat tire new belgium .,aroma,0.6,1
had a taste of this at tyler s tap room in durham and it was hard to tell which seasonal we had here . i assume it was oktoberfest based on it now being fall but nobody was sure which variety it was . it was n t a summer beer but it did not display the malty characteristics others have described here . it poured a dark brown copper color with a nice off white head and good lacing . the aroma however was weak and suggested skunky cardboard to me . not inviting . the taste did show some caramel as others have noted but it showed more wheaty and grassy highlights by far . biscuit and some citrus but whimpy overall with a soda like weakness . the carbonation was solid but little or no body . would n t want to drink too much of this . it s passable .,aroma,0.4,0
oz . bottle served into some sort of plastic cup bullshit pours a fizzy yellow color . what else could you expect . tiny head no retention looks pale and translucent . it s hard to rate this category to style since all the beers look pretty identical . i suppose the lack of head retention is the excuse that i ll use to score this low . not much aroma to speak of at all . there s some nasty corn and rice and just barely malted barley smells . a twinge of hops that comes across as aluminum . that s it . this tastes a whole lot better than i remember it tasting . not that it was good just pretty close to above average for the style . yeah there s the corn and rice bullshit flavor . but you actually get some hops metallic though they are and you get that signature shitty green apple flavor . i know that the green apple flavor in most other beers is acetaldehyde an off flavor . but this off flavor intentional or not adds complexity to an uncompleted beer . does this beer fizz . yes . is it light bodied . yes . ergo nice mouthfeel for the style . drinkability . absolutely . if it were lower in abv than i might score it higher but i wo n t since i m lacking something to offset the awfulness of the flavor . this is not the worst thing ever . in its abomination of a beer style i feel that budweiser actually holds up pretty well . do n t get me wrong though i never want to drink another one . but rating to style this is pretty ok .,aroma,0.3,0
poured from a bottle into a pint glass the beer pours a light amber brown coloring that is very transparent . borderline watery . a very thin layer of filmy white head tops this brew . the nose is sugary sweet with notes of nut coffee and a roasted character . syrupy characteristics overall . the beer s flavor is empty on the front tongue . completely . the back tongue gets a nut sweetness but only for an instant . a little roast too but so quick it s hard to tell . this is a weak flavored brew . the aftertaste is roasted and slightly tangy caramel sweet but only for a nanosecond . the finish is . you guessed it . watered down and nondescript . i d drainpour this one but i have n t had enough water today so here goes .,aroma,0.7,1
being a big fan of dark porters i had high expectations for this beer that were unfortunately not met . everything up to the point of tasting the beer was a great experience . the pour was smooth about of head and the smell of the brew was fantastic . it smelled very strong with a chocolately aroma . the taste of the beer however was just ok . it did n t blow me away . the worst part of it was in fact its aftertaste . once i was half way through i was actually glad that i only had bottle left as the aftertaste left a mildly stale taste in my mouth . overall engine oil was n t terrible but if i was going to spend bucks for a bottled porter brew i would look elsewhere .,aroma,0.8,1
revisited at the brewery oct. this mountain lager is much improved when consumed in the beer garden outside the tasting room in roslyn as compared to a bomber of unknown vintage purchased in town . the showy pitted head goldenrod body and modest carbonation fall into place easily and the aroma of toasted grains is charmed . the flavor also has a nice measure of pretzel like toastiness along with a passive sweetness . in direct light and at shallower depths brookside appears more goldenrod yellow . the head recedes to a modest collar and cirrus lace drapes the glass . the fluffy quaffable body floats eagerly across the tongue assuring a simple ease of repeat drinkability .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a nice rich amber color but the head is somewhat disappointing . only about of a finger that does n t hang out long . some spotty lacing but that s about it . smells nice . toasted malt and some mild floral hops come through . flavor starts with bready malt and a touch of caramel vanilla . hops show up in the middle and provide a decent balance and complexity . what was weird was an off flavor in the finish that reminded me of water from a garden hose . not cool . mouthfeel is thin and somewhat flat . this would be a nice beer if it was n t for the feel and that strange chemical plastic rubber flavor . as it is i ll still drink it but i wo n t buy it again . this is the third beer i ve had from this brewery and i m still waiting to be impressed . they re not bad but nothing to rave about in my opinon .,aroma,0.8,1
lighter color orange than expected for a big brew . smells of butterscotch caramel pumpkin . outstanding complexity . tastes like various coffee creamers amaretto irish cream poured over pumpkin pie . feels very buttery in the mouth and the sweetness becomes difficult to handle . halfway through my half a bomber i looked forward to not having to drink this anymore .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle a beuatiful auburn golden in color head dissipates ultra quick leaving moderate carbonation left in the pint glass . s honey caramel and grassy hops . t honey caramel and grassy and earthy hops . m overwhelmed by all this carbonation . other than that slight malty sweet aftertaste . d good if you are counting your calories will have to reject your man card and need to prescribe gravy shots and better than other light beers . this would be a great example if not for the overcarbonation .,aroma,0.9,1
bottled dated poured into dfh glass . clear golden honey elixir topped by thick white bubbles leaving a nice one finger head that lasts about half way through the tasting . glass thickly covered by belgian lace . sticking my nose into this thing there is a bit of pine grass earth tones but not much else . expected more of a hop presence here . quick bitterness hits the tongue with ample carbonation . smooth hops linger with touch of malt at the finish . to my palate this is more tasting like an apa especially with the . abv . these session ipas are nice and i favor them on a hot summer day . kind of take the place of lawn mower beers for hopheads .,aroma,0.6,1
pour is deep reddish brown with a light white head on top . smell is sweetly malty definite dark fruit edges . quite appealing . the flavour is odd . exceptionally low key it s as though none of the flavours want to come to the front of the class . i get some faint malt and grassy tones and a touch of bitters to go with a very subdued roasted tone but it s all largely lost in a chalky nothing swirl the finish has some lingering alcohol effects . a very strange flavour which is not at all what i was expecting or hoping for . the mouthfeel on this is decent given the style a little thick a few bitters but nothing remarkable . the drinkability suffers because of the flavour . the bottom line blandly abrasive . a strange pairing of words but true . most of this beer s character is subtle but the overall package ended up grating against my mouth .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a dark murky amber with a healthy white head which disipated rather quickly . some lacing . s smelled this as soon as i popped the can open . big big pineapple citrus pine hops and malt . one of the best smelling dipa s i ve tried . t bitter hops hit the tongue right away followed by a mellow sweet malt flavor that is immediately followed by hops again . well balanced beer . nice dry finish . m medium body with lots of carbonation . very creamy and smooth . o a great dipa . enjoyed this beer very much . this is a hop monster with a nice sweet malt complimenting everything .,aroma,1.0,1
a ruby brown color with a relatively small one finger almost white head that leaves quick but leaves a film on the glass . smell is strong and at first of piney grassy spicey hops with some citrus not all that different from an ipa . some caramellly and toffee smelling malt and a bit of booze hits the nose as well to differentiate it . taste at first is boozy . it is supported by the hops but they are n t nearly as dominant as in the aroma . plenty of malt sweetness is there but some fruit flavors appear as well . maybe black cherries plums grapes and apples . finishes with a peppery spice that tries to offset the alcohol a bit . mouthfeel is relatively light for the style though its still pretty full bodied . low on carbonation which goes well with the strong flavors . finishes smooth but has a lingering aftertaste . a sipper for sure . alcohol is present but at a high abv and in the style it is expected and adds to the flavors . overall a very good beer but it falls a bit below the expectations set by the aroma .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle dated . pours a nice amber color with a huge pillowy off white head . complex and strong aroma of wild flowers banana orange and coriander . initial flavor is grassy and floral . just a tiny hint of sweetness before a huge hop bitterness finishes it off . very dry almost champagne like mouth feel .,aroma,1.0,1
i am coming to love brown ales and this beer is no exception . purchased a six pack at my local publix grocery store . a typical brown color that comes with this type of beer little to no head retention s wonderful aroma slight caramel and hops this is what a brown ale should smell like . t much more hops in the taste than in the aroma but not something that overpowers charcoal and nutty back flavor m flows nicely a little flat but not so much that it is distracting d this beer is not for the first time beer drinker but is wonderful for someone looking for a alternative to the typical middle of the road ale,aroma,1.0,1
pours a cloudy brownish orange with a big frothy manila head quick to bloom and slow to dissipate in my oversize wine glass . strong fruity nose led by grape and plum and followed by freshly baked banana bread . this idiot mellowed pleasantly for months in the bottle yet retained enough of its bitter soul to keep things interesting . black licorice becomes pronounced with the smooth finish . the complexity opens nicely as this one warms in the glass . a medium body is punctuated with tingly carbonation and finishes with all the glory of a warm alcohol . this one was smooth going down and easy drinking but at abv too strong for an immediate second . definitely worth returning to another time .,aroma,1.0,1
here is how the brewer describes this beer locally grown blueberries are added to a robust chocolate porter . a very tasty union . review from the growler . .dark brown color with a small tan head . .awesome aroma of fresh picked and mashed blueberries along with a sweet chocolate aroma . the nose it top notch . body is a bit light . not horribly so but i wish it had a bit more meat to it . taste is a bit acidic from the blueberries.the cocoa complements nicely but is definitely secondary . . overall definitely a beer to try . .a bit more dark roasted maltiness and this would be a true gem . as is it s very good.if you like blueberries you ll like this . what i like is the blueberry flavor tastes natural not like blueberry syrup was added . .that might be the most impresive aspect of this beer . i debated on the mouthfeel score . . . . . i went with the . .probably more of a . . .,aroma,1.0,1
always happy to see new unibroue s to the area . pours a dark brown with cherry hues and topped off with a massive and rolling finger tan head that sticks around for a while before fading and leaving a consistent lacing all around . fruity aromas reach the nose during decanting . a richer fruity essence arrives when the nose is put to the glass along with some a subtle lemony zest and a rich and complex bready sweetness . a slight hop aroma lurks around the background which takes the aroma to the next level . i have n t even tasted this brew and i m almost satisfied . might as well go ahead and taste it though huh . grapes raisins sour cherries candy and a sweet breadiness float over the palate with some spice and bitterness bringing up the rear . this one s pretty big on the carbonation and moves the mouth feel a bit toward the light end of the spectrum . this brew goes down smooth and it s still quite tasty while the drinkability is not sacrificed due to the alcohol content . another satisfying endeavor from our canadian brothers .,aroma,1.0,1
oz beer poured into pint glass . a highly carbonated appearance with pale color . not much in terms of lacing but significant head . s woodsy aroma with strong bitterness in the hops . flowery and almost painfully hope nose . t the sweetness of the malts and the bitterness are well balanced here and intense . only ibus a bit of surprise really seems higher profile . enjoyed the malts but a little high on the bittering . m a bit too overly oily for my taste but the carbonation was perfect . d highly drinkable in terms of taste most likely but i can see the hops becoming a bit overbearing over time . love hops but i think it could get to be a bit much .,aroma,0.9,1
i must say i usually appreciate valley brews offerings however their th anniversary traditional bock was not up to their usual standard of fine beer . the main issue which i found was a cloying cherry flavored sweetness which seemed to stick to the back of my throat . however the appearance was nice and it certainly had a pleasant enough smell . unfourtinatley due to the excessive sweetness the drinkability was not at all good .,aroma,0.8,1
batch x . received as an extra from paulydeets . thanks a bunch man . served in my russian river tulip . a golden in color completely translucent in clarity about a fingers worth of white head n not really what i was expecting at all the nose is more grass and citrus than any funk some hints of oak and white wine but nothing crazy t the funk is a little more pronounced flavor actually reminds me of squatter s fifth element there is light green apple grape and malt m light and refreshing with an almost champagne about of carbonation d not as memorable as the first time i had it but still a notable american sour as i noted in the taste this beer reminds me a lot of squatter s fifth element would like to see some age and additional sourness on this,aroma,0.6,1
golden body and white head with good retention for the style . smells like cheap beer . grainy and sour not at all pleasant but at least its doesnt smell like corn . flavor is grainy with malt sweetness . reminds me of grain belt from minnesota . not great flavor but there is a little complexity and it is entirely unoffensive bravo for a macro . . mouthfeel is a touch heavier than most macros but not bad at all . get this stuff for a hot summer day and grill a burger . recap has flavor the flavor is largely good and it was only . for a er of oz . cans . not a bad deal at all .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a deep dark muddy ruby topped by a large bubbled head . the head retention is fantastic on this . great lacing . the aroma is sour cherries and beechwood . almost vinous . the maltiness builds . the taste is like cream soda in its sweetness . no . it reminds me a lot of the strawberry pop i used to love as a kid . very dry and woodsy in the finish . sweet and fruity without being cloying thanks to a sour cherry taste and just a hint of balsamic vinegar . dry and velvety at the same time . the balance is a little off in the sweet to sour ratio in favour of the sweet . some lingering toastiness in the aftertaste . somewhat reminiscent of cranberry juice . it s medium bodied with a perfect level of carbonation . there s something very creamy about this . overall an interesting beer with some sherry like characteristics present in the aroma and taste . it s complex and full flavoured while at the same time very approachable . i d definitely get this again .,aroma,0.7,1
one of the least offensive adjunct lagers out there . pours golden good clarity nice white head . nose has slight cooked vegetables cereal grains and a trace of smoky metallic herbal hops . cereal grain sweet on the palate and the metallic hop element comes through . not harsh . not cooked veggies in palate either . novelty oil can packaging is a change for me . should i go sit on a street corner to imbibe .,aroma,0.4,0
l of urban wheat into my glass lowenbrau mug . a pale dandelion yellow hazy nice head but it vanishes very quickly . s pale wheat . mild fruity notes . but i m reaching on that one . t simple clean wheat beer . not really much depth or character though . simple simple simple . i guess i ca n t knock it too much . mildly bready a bit of a spice on the back end . m good crisp clean . d high although not very interesting . good summertime beer but i can think of a baker s dozen better wheats than this one . i doubt i ll buy it again .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into a bell s pint glass a pours clear yellow with one finger of head . no apparent lacing s nothing much a little sweetness no hop aroma detected t very sweet . it tastes kind of like malt extract used in homebrewing . m low carbonation tiny bubbles overall feels pretty good . pretty viscous consistency . d not good . too sweet . there is no crispness to make this beer refreshing . bleh . not good . i m glad this is the final beer from the pack .,aroma,0.4,0
look it poured a transparent orange brown colour with a thin tannish head that did not disappear smell exceptional . it smells delicious . a little sour with some sweetness in there . i m looking forward to this beer . taste the taste is surprisingly astringent . it s got some fantastic malt flavours to balance it out though . i would n t say it s quite balanced but it s not bad . too many hops though . the astringency lingers . i m not a fan of that . mouthfeel it feels thicker than i expected from the appearance . it s a perfectly good mouthfeel . overall this beer is average . i do n t think i ll buy it again . it s too sour astringent .,aroma,1.0,1
brown dumpy cl bottle . poured into my brugse straffe hendrik chalise glass . very livelly came out the bottle before i could pour it bringing all the sediment from the bottom with it . my glass was therefore full of bits and a cloudy dull dish water brown coloured liquid . this dish water had no head not even some grotty scum on top . not a good start . the smell was weak almost aromaless some hop esters maybe malt smells too . i liked the taste sharp sour yet also a sweetness to it . complexed in every way but enjoyable too . once i got over the non aroma and no head cloudy bits and dull colouring i really thought this was ok . i will allow the bottle to sit for a couple of days before opening next time or maybe let the beer age a while .,aroma,0.4,0
oz can poured into a rock creek pale ale pint glass . a pours clear piss yellow with two fingers of head that dissapates in a few seconds . lacing . hahahaha . no . s wow . i do n t think i ve ever smelled this beer before . it reminds me of a locker room sweaty cabbage gym sock smell t there is suprisingly little taste . i taste a slight maltiness with no other aftertastes . this beer is the closest thing to water that i ve ever had . for this reason it is my favorite of the light beers . great for beirut or any other non ba sanctioned drinking game . m nonexistent . it just washes whatever was in your mouth down your throat . d exceptional . you could easily drink six of these and be none the wiser . i m not saying this is a good beer but it is very drinkable due to its close resemblance to water and minimal aftertaste .,aroma,0.3,0
has a light yellow cide color not completely opaque . head was a bubbly and white did n t last too long . aroma was a mix of apple wheat and a hint of sweetness maybe caramel . taste was somewhat disappointing . nothing too strong to stand out but what i could get was some sweet wheat and a dash of fruit . could be a little thicker but the carbonation was okay i guess . drinkable but there s better out there for the cash .,aroma,0.9,1
according to bjcp guidelines i m guessing that this falls into the shilling category . . . range sounds about right . a very dark red color . head is khaki in color and rocky as hell . laces the glass dramatically as it settles to the surface . extremely clear beer when held to the light . s first impression is sweet malt and diacetyl . second impression is alcohol . t caramel malt and very strong smoke flavor . slight bitterness but no hop aroma or flavor . finish is cloying and smoky . m very smooth creamy and full . great mouthfeel . d sweetness lends this to an after dinner drink smokiness might go well with the meal . either way you probably only want one of these . overall a pretty bold expression . i m impressed it is a very good beer and they went further with it than you might expect them to .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle of thanks to sean poured into my hill farmstead glass . murky honey gold body semi transparent . head is a bright off white watery and light not much retention or lacing . outstanding aroma very funky floral muskyness some nice brett . taste has some nice things going this is a musky sour brett saison not sweetness makes no bones about it . finish is tons of brett . crushable musky saison well worth trying .,aroma,1.0,1
just had this one last night but i took notes immediately . i can t believe i am the first one to rate this beer there are a lot of claim jumper restaurants out there . don t they carry this one in other states . anyway the appearance is a lovely very pale gold yellow . the head has a little foam with good long lasting lacing . aroma is minimal . initial taste sweet lightly hopped . mouthfeel gently carbonated . taste is honey sweet . finish dry . that is on the first sip . then you sip again . and you notice an underlying taste like bubblegum when the flavor is all gone . this results in a beer that is good for one glass only . this is not a pitcher beer. few would want more than one .,aroma,0.4,0
one of my favorite dogfish head beers the minute ipa packs a punch on many levels . at abv it can feel a tad strong for those not accustomed to ipas . my wife and friends do not like this beer much . despite the higher abv than the minute the minute has a much larger more complex flavor profile . the aroma is possibly the best feature of this brew . very sweet and flowery almost of lemon chamomile and honey with very strong hop overtones . it pours well with minimal head . a nice light amber color slightly darker than the minute . the flavor is certainly hoppy but the grapefruit sweetness is very noticeable and leaves an interesting after taste that one does not experience with the minute . this is also a beer that can be found in bottles at an increasingly larger number of locations i am in oh . giant eagle seems to always have this and the minute any more . comes in packs at . each . i love it in a bottle but it is also amazing on tap .,aroma,1.0,1
i find this to be a beer of mixed feelings . if the label did n t say beer i would have instantly put it in the ranks of a fruity drink e.g . bartles james mike s hard lemonade etc . poured from a oz green glass bottle into a pint glass . nothing really noteworthy poured like soda pop . did n t really smell anything other than lime . taste was similar to soda as well . i found it to be like a saturated sprite . very smooth going down i could easily consume a lot of these in an afternoon . this is a beer that would probably be great with tostito s and salsa .,aroma,0.2,0
i had a glass of this at the brewery poured by alex himself reviewed from notes on my phone served in an old gabf flute glass this was the last brew we had before we were on our way color is a golden orange with some highlights massive two inch white soapy head with some good retention and lacing aroma consists of spices pepper herbs wheat citrus hoppiness or at least something that smells like it is going to be dry maybe even spruce medicinal scents and jasmine flavor was very similar to the smell and started off with a big dry flavor followed by citrusy fruits and herbs finish was dry as can be with tart following right after that this beer threw my palate for a ride interesting to say the least dry fruity herbal and tarty mouthfeel medium bodied lots of carbonation could have drank a lot of this stuff complexity alone would keep me coming back for more did not seem high in alcohol either can be light and even refreshing at times he said that we were one of the first people to try this he was brewing for the organic festival in portland coming up in the summer not very familiar with the gruit style but this was awesome would drink again highly recommended,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a ml longneck a pours an opaque black with a tight tan head which leaves nice lacing behind . s smells of rich chocolate malts with some coffee in there as well . t taste is equally chocolaty to the nose reminds me of chocolate icecream . lingering flavors of coffee . m full smooth mouthfeel . d this beer is quite drinkable . the flavors are not too overpowering and they blend well together .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance pours an extremely hazy light amber with a large soapy looking head that leaves much lacing . smell pine cones and grapefruit at first then the malt comes through real nice . taste hoppy as expected but where s the malt . none to be found as far as i can tell . i guess the nose told a lie . mouthfeel kind of thin not what i was expecting . overall a good ipa but i would n t crawl over broken glass to try it again . maybe the bomber i bought was old i ca n t tell for the lack of dating on the label .,aroma,0.9,1
i got this beer from the hogan road deli in bangor . one of the few places to carry it it has a thick white head and it a light amber almost apple cider look . the aroma is that of cascade hops citrus and earthy notes . the taste starts sweet and with a slight carbonation . it then finishes bitter and with an earthy aftertaste . at first i thought this beer was an average tasting beer but the freshness and complimenting taste made me want more .,aroma,1.0,1
a the bottle comes with a nice inviting picture of a castle drawn lovingly by a sixth grader . the bottle is that mixture of green and brown glass . this beer is super fizzy . carbonation with some to spare handle gently before serving . after pour the color was golden wheat with copper tones and had a milky cloudiness along with a reasonable amount of yeast sediment at the bottom of the bottle . s the initial smells were malty yeasty and complex . i noticed coffee and sweet cake smells in there too . there was a mild hop aroma too . the pleasant malty smells died down after a few min and left the bitter hoppy smell of an ipa t initial taste was sour and yeasty . no detectable malt . the aftertaste was just as strong . like lemon rinds and used hop leaves . the balance of the beer is waaay off . m little body some continued burping but you ca n t notice the mouth feel at all because of the overly dominate sour aftertaste . d the sourness takes away any possibility of drinking more than bottles of this in one day . this is another variation of the belgian pale ale that leaves me wondering what the real nature of this style is . despite the immense overly sour aftertaste i d still like to give this beer one more try on tap .,aroma,0.8,1
label late summer seasonal . sierra nevada has burned me for the last time . i said that after their bigfoot ale a barleywine this past winter but decided to give it another go when i saw this one . i will never try one of their seasonals again . they say this is a lager but i have a really hard time believing that . there is only the slightest hint of lager yeast flavor here probably because it is overpowered by the hops and therein lies the problem to me this beer tastes exactly like most of sierra nevada s other beers . it is incredibly hoppy far too bitter for my taste and i really like hoppy beers . it is one of the hoppiest pale ales i ve ever had and i was n t expecting much hoppiness at all considering all the label says is bottom fermented . in fact it was sitting with the oktoberfest beers in my local liquor shop . it says bottom fermented . what would you think . poured out into a glass it even looks like your average lager . unfortunately i get sick of the taste after about good sips . one of the few times i ve actually poured out the remnants of a bottle of beer usually i can at least choke the rest down but i saw no point in finishing this one . now i have to find some recipes to use up the rest of the bottles i would recommend this ale to someone who would be classified as an extreme hops addict not just a fan of hoppy beers or if you ve never had a bad sierra nevada product . otherwise i d make another selection at the liquor store .,aroma,0.8,1
poured out of bottle into chimay goblet . i drink mainly american craft so this was a bit of a switch for me . and i normally dont review beers i drink but after half a glass of this i couldnt help myself but write down what i thought of it . dark murky brown with maybe a reddish tint to it . head is only about half a finger and dissipates quickly but looks superb . looks perfect in the goblet . i cant wait to taste it but i put it off for a moment so i can take in its aroma . the most immediate smell is a lingering scent of belgium yeast . i search for more i detect a light fruit scent but not fruity . very faint in the aroma department but not at all bad . rolls through my mouth with a smooth creaminess . i can taste the fruits i smelled with a maltiness that is both heavy and light at the same time . perfect balance of alcohol not at all overpowering . carbonation is pretty high but the bubbles are so fine that it works fantastically . taste lingers in my mouth in a good way reminds me of that feeling your mouth gets after a sip of cranberry juice . all this sipping and the first glass is gone so i guess that puts the drinkability pretty high . ill leave it at that as i refill my glass .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle purchased at barriques on pd shared at a bbq after dinner appearance pours a cola mahogany tone into a pint glass big mocha head with little retention smell the aroma certainly comes out to bite you . this beer was described to me as similar to a gas station capuccino by a shop keep at a highly rated chicago shop . the aroma certainly seems to support that vanilla bean is potent along with sweet white chocolate butterscotch bourbon . and milk taste it s certainly interesting and one person in the room proclaimed it the best stout he had ever had not dealing with a robust population with this guy though . it s overly sweet in my opinion and really does kind of remind me of overly sweetened gas station coffee . but i will digress and step back to realize i am drinking a beer and the flavors captured are unique and fascinating . smooth swirls of vanilla white chocolate milk chocolate butterscotch molasses light bourbon and toasted sugar tease the palate making this an ideal after dinnner beer . mouthfeel sweet and creamy drinkability not something i could drink a lot of probably not even a oz bottle,aroma,1.0,1
the beer is a dark brown with a thin nutty looking head . smells buttery and nutty and tastes buttery and nutty . or is it butty and nuttery . my point is that these two flavors vibes dominate . feels slippery in the mouth and a little sweet which hurts the drinkability . very good beer overall . great for one .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance black as sin . smell toasty . taste initial impression charcoal on top water on the bottom . it seemed to hit taste buds on the roof of my mouth where i believe there are n t any . the charcoal did n t taste bad but it did n t taste good . the beer was served cold and after it warmed a bit and after i got used to the taste assault it began to mellow toward coffee grounds in a good way . mouthfeel charcoal then coffee . pretty thick though there was a sense of thin water in there too . drinkability i never know how to rate for drinkability . does it mean goes down easy enough to get shi tfaced once fine evening . if so i do n t think drinkability ought to be considered . i probably would n t drink more than one of these taste bombs in a night certainly no more than two . should it lose points for this . i do n t think so .,aroma,0.6,1
poured at the bruery rd anny fest . taster glass . a dark brown to black with almost no light penetration . very small brown head and no lacing or retention . very viscus . s smell is exceptional . tons of chocolate and brown sugar . a strong vanilla extract scent as well . booze is very detectable . t tastes like chocolate liquor . so much alcohol taste it ruined the rest of the flavors for me . i was able to gather some brown sugar lots of bitter chocolate and a hint of vanilla . but it mostly tastes like a vodka soaked chocolate bar . m mouth feel is mostly burning and harsh . oily consistency with almost zero carbonation . o a great smelling beer that just has too much alcohol taste for my palate . i prefer smooth beers and this is far from smooth .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer is something else . served in a goblet at armsby abby in worcester . the nose in this beer is all alcohol with sight sweet malt . surprisingly sweet the honey in this beer shines through for a remarkably smooth roasted sweet flavor . creamy mouth feel and full bodied . would definitely not pass over if you have the chance and like a sweeter ris .,aroma,0.6,1
a pale yellow in colour much like washed out straw it is in appearance much like a lager . there is also evidence of rich carbonation to be seen . s bread malts sweetcorn substantial floral aromas nothing too exceptional . t the same as above add a chemical kind of taste with the bready malts are the heart of its composition . it is strikingly similar to a good lager only more bitter towards the back of the palate . mf light bodied a little watery with little to munch . decent carbonation as well which i find suites this particular beer . o i d rate this a fairly average irish pale ale . it is certainly behind o hara s pale ale and galway hooker which are also the same style but it s not too bad .,aroma,0.4,0
i got this as an extra in a recent trade . poured into a tulip . the color on this is really nice a hazy red that reminds me of grapefruit juice . no head on this but it still has a solid body that looks terrific . the smell is shockingly enough full of raspberries . sweet and tart raspberries this is fun to smell . the taste is slightly tart raspberries to start and a nice subtly sweet finish . very nice . the mouthfeel is light and this is a great beer for sipping on . easy to drink and will be missed .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle . poured a deep orange with a good head and plenty of lacing on the glass . aroma is floral and citrus from the hops with some malt thrown in there . taste is more of the same . you had better be a hop lover to drink this . but there is some malt sweetness thrown in there just to confuse you . oh so very good . not as good as the bourbon barrel cask conditioned dreadnaught i had a few weeks ago but good nevertheless .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle from awesome girlfriend from the brewery . bottled . pours a nice piss golden with a decent fingers of head . lacing all around the glass as it fades . i mean everywhere . crazy . smell is initially sour . very sour . then moves into funk with some spice . like gym socks and soap . taste is everything that the nose has but no indication of sour . strong soapy gym sock taste with a mix of lemon . very interesting . but not really all that enjoyable . it does get better the more i drink it though . very crisp clean finish as well . good to try would n t go out of my way to get one though .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance clear dark copper color head rises and fades fast to a thin white film . smell what smell . a hint of grainy maltiness that s about it . taste metallic and sweet with a hint of carmel some grassiness . much better than the other dos eqis offernig . drinkability not bad but there are much better beers for the price .,aroma,0.4,0
berkshire brewing co. shabadoo black tan appearance dark murky black with a huge thick meringue like head . had to stop pouring wait a minute or and continue . smell not that strong but roasted coffee bean and a toffee malt . taste sweet caramel toffee malt blended nicely with smooth creamy coffee . mouthfeel very smooth and creamy . no dryness or bitterness . very flavorful . overall my first sip or were slighty disappointing but the beer really impressed me about or sips in . very flavorful smooth and enjoyable .,aroma,0.6,1
lets see where do i begin . . .appearance . nice chocolate brown with tan head and good lacing . aroma.like the time a house burned in our neighborhood and the wet damp smoky smell afterward . flavor . drinking the runoff from that fire . palate . cook a steak extremely well done throw out steak eat charcoal.thats it try as i might i could not finish this . this crap was horrible . .,aroma,0.2,0
first wiff was a bit skunked but that is likely the handling and storage . poured a nice gold color with some carbonation . i was pleasantely surprised by a smooth full body lager . no hops noticable . slight citrus flavor . . l bottle the minimum size that should be allowed .,aroma,0.3,0
goose island has a huge cult following especially at my school purdue . personally ive never been a huge fan of their brews especially when it comes to the popular but im not giving up hope yet . lets hope this vintage collection can change my mind . heres matilda a pours smooth with a rustic yellow orange body . a thin off white head emerges but doesnt leave any residual lacing . hmmm . the back of the bottle states contains live yeast . a sediment may form . upon closer inspection i can see that theres not much of anything left in the bottle let alone in the glass . not sure about this one s the nose is much better than the look . a strong hit of clove and phenols with a touch of fruit at the back end . very easy to tell its in the belgian style . t not a bad palate . not a great one either . the phenols and medicinal tastes are big and upfront and that thankfully goes down with a nice smoothness . really though thats about as far as it goes . it is lacking the complexity of a fine belgian ale the normal yeasty fruit notes are nearly non existent and whats there in overwhelmed by a alcoholic finish . surprising for a . its smooth and satisfying but not a very intricate drink . m a lack of carbonation allows it to work its way around the mouth gracefully . you can tell its been aged in the bottle . o a nice departure from the session beers that goose island is most famous for . while this beer wont exactly make me a gi fanatic it certainly was a good drink . a great attempt im glad i tried it .,aroma,0.9,1
citrus and too bitter . could not finish my sample . hop aroma nothing else . where s my malt . medium bodied . wood grass i do n t know what other particles bad herbal tea . in fact took a tea to clean the palate after this one . hooray . hooray . another ipa . radekfest sample .,aroma,0.8,1
raw in your face noble hop aroma . just amazing . poured a tiny bright white head that disappeared when i looked away . transparent pale golden beer holds a few lazily rising bubbles . the pale malts provide a lightly sweet base that balances out the earthy grassy hop flavors . the hop flavors intensify in the finish as they are joined by a nice bitter bite . it has a solid and crisp mouthfeel . the hop flavor does n t approach the strength of the aroma but that could be a good thing . in the end this is one nice beer .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased in san francisco and carried back to australia at the request of laituegonflable . pours a hazy and extremely light yellow colour . head fizzles to begin with but disappears very quickly leaving it looking pretty flat and delapidated . looks a little like lemon juice . it s as flat as that anyway . a bit average . nose is redolent with spicy and sour peach characters . slightly medicinal bit of green vegetation . decent acid characters for a berliner weisse with that slight upturn in fruity peach that is pleasant . taste starts light and peachy with a lightly bitter peach skin bite but it then descends immediately into a huge and festering rotten yeast character . minimal body which is fine but it has nothing to cleanse the very rank yeasty note that sits on the palate for far too long . although there s minimal acidity on the palate after a while it feels like there s an acid buildup in my stomach burning a hole in my intestines . all up it s not a very pleasant experience . not a beer for me . really i have n t had a really pleasant berliner weisse from outside germany and this is yet another sub par example . the peach character tries its hardest to give something to the beer but it fails in my opinion . not a great beer . dogfish head again try something different and i love them for trying but yet again they fall short .,aroma,0.7,1
poured deep black like a dark abyss medium brown head . no lacing to speak of but decent head retention . smells of rich malts and chocolate with a slight espresso nose . taste is extremely rich chocolate like a liquid hershey bar with some of a mocha flavor that is finishing very smooth . mouth is velvety and rich with an incredibly viscous afterfeel . drinks slowly but god is this good .,aroma,0.6,1
you could build a sky scraper out of the foam on this beer . eh . not amazing compared to the rest of this beer . i get a little mollasses . good god this taste amazing . westvlet . suck it . great mouthfeel . exceedingly drinkable . for the style . the alcohol is there though .,aroma,0.7,1
this comes to me at an extra premium charge of . a sixer . hope its worth it . appearance pours a clear coppery red with a small tan head that recedes into a thin ring in about the same manner as a can of coke would . lacing is a little below average . smell strong yeastyness dominates the nose . very bready . some very mild pine and citrus hops linger in the background . taste malt dominates with a little spicy bitter character that clasps around the tongue . slightly cloying after the swallow . alchohol heat is very present even more so than in some of the most extreme beers i ve tried and at only . i have to wonder if that means fusels . mouthfeel very thick and slick with probably what would have been a traditional amount of carbonation . ie . lightly carbed . overall drinkability suffers a little in this one due to the mouthfeel i could see this to be a good example of what barleywines used to be years ago but beyond that it s just to goddamn expensive for me to ever justify buying again .,aroma,0.4,0
v. great looker nice deep amber coloring with a thick gel like appearance that allows only light carbonation . very large alcohol rim . a typical olde ale barleywine presentation . huge alcohol presence that stings with a woody backnote . some floral notes that is stomped by more alcohol . a syrupy cloying mess that has more off balanced wood than a boy with a mature rated anime collection . one part simple syrup one part rubbing alcohol and one quarter part attic wood and a dash of vanilla . impressive . note this actually becomes a great nightcap sipper if left open for a while . it numbs the gums and it should have a little more definition . this could only pair with a cigar .,aroma,0.3,0
got this one also at dekalb farmer s market in atl . bottle poured into a pint tumbler . a got a nice deep dark black pour with a good sized brown head darker than tan . good looking brew . s this is an amazing smell . chocolate malt cream milk caramel coffee and vanilla can all be found . t a nice malt flavor with accents of chocolate milk and coffee . it is sweet but some bitter mellows it out . nice . m silky smooth . coats the mouth but in a pleasant way . carbonation is nice with just a bit of a lingering after taste . d this is a bit sweet but oh so tasty . i can drink a few of these no problem i just feel like a pig after . very drinkable . great beer .,aroma,1.0,1
good ol auburn amber ale on tap at the ale house . i had a couple of these last night and they were delicious . the appearance is surprise a deep dark amber with a inch of head that lasts all the way down the glass . smell is pretty average sweet maltiness and slight citrusy hop aroma . taste initial bitter citrusy smack of cascade hops up front followed by a big malty toffeelike sweetness that lasts into the finish . if there ever was a decent session brew at the ale house this is it .,aroma,0.6,1
beer poured a redish purple color with a thick pink head . there was not much aroma to speak of a bit earthy i guess . the taste is along the lines of lindeman s but not as enjoyable . the cherry taste was very artificial and not as long lasting at lindeman s and basically was like a cherry fruit punch . although i love traditional lambics from cantillon and others i still enjoy sometimes the more mainstreem versions but this was just not doing it for me .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a semi transparent black they were n t messing around when they named it . thin head on top with nice lacing . s very sweet heavy wafts of alcohol dark and fruity . maybe a hint of chocolate at the end . t very complex and delightfully surprising . i was expecting something much more sweet from the smell . there is a mixture of hoppy and coffee bitterness at first which slips into a chocolaty sweetness . m medium body not too heavy . carbonation hits you in the back of the throat . d lovely complex flavor . the nose was a bit too sweet for me the alcohol level makes it a bit hard to get through a bomber .,aroma,0.6,1
a cream coloured head that left a nice lacing over light brown liquid with excellent clarity . s very nice and inviting smell of lemon and malt . t despite the smell the taste of lemon and caramel malt is rather faint . m thin viscosity with a low level of carbonation . o the taste was a bit disappointing given the appearance and smell .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from bottle into chimay goblet . appearance light coffee colored brown thick can not see through . little bit of head that laces and stays . smell all i can really smell is the alcohol maybe a bit of oak not sure . taste exceptional for its abv . hides the alcohol soo well . really good quad tastes of pine caramel and raisin . really smooth . mouthfeel very good not too carbonated very smooth on the tongue . drinkability very good ca n t believe i was able to pick it up for only . too . what a steal could drink probably till i was drunk haha . all and all i would say i like this better than rochefort i ca n t say if its better than the westy since i have n t had but i am sure it is probably right up there . what a steal at . . will buy again .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance nice orange glow but so malty you ca n t see your fingers on the other side head nice whit e head that sticks around smell big sweet malty coriander on the nose taste big mass of coriander hits the palate hard with a biscuit back note and some kind of fruit note floating around on there weight heavy to medium body with medium to low carbonation finish sweet grains with hints of coriander,aroma,0.6,1
appearance is a light amber color with not much head to speak of . the smell of this beer is lovely nothing but cherries . the taste of this one is interesting . a strong cherry taste is present and at the same time a hint of wheat . however a strong wheat aftertaste finishes it off . mouthfeel is about average . when i first started drinking this i thought it would be too sweet to drink more than one or two bottles however the sweetness does n t seem to carry the weight that other fruit flavored drinks do .,aroma,0.9,1
looked nice . typical of the style . smell was much too boozy . vanilla smell was more artificial extract style rather than a true vanilla bean scent . taste followed the nose closely . no coffee that i could detect . very thin watery mouthfeel . wo n t be coming back to this one .,aroma,0.4,0
fairly average pilsener . bottle is a lighter shade of brown needs to be a little darker as mine had a slighty light struck skunky aroma . ok but nothing special .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a pilsener glass . straw color with a finger white head that is decidedly fizzy and dissipates within the minute . aroma is just awful . this beer came from a cardboard enclosed pack so i ca n t even blame it on light striking the beer through the green glass . smells pungent and gross . eventually it settles to a generic adjunct smell . taste is corny and grainy mostly watery . completely forgettable . not as overcarbonated as lots of macro beers tend to be . drinkable as far as the palate but not desirable in any way .,aroma,0.2,0
as soon as i opened the bottle i was smacked with a heavy hoppy smell easily reminded me it s an ipa i m dealing with . a it poured out clear copper color into a oz pilsner glass nice thick off white one finger head which dissipated low pretty quickly but still stayed at least a bit while leaving a nice lacing all along the glass . s an amazing combination of hops pine citrus maybe some grape . t interesting with the token ipa hoppiness being the most notable aspect of it all . the fruit plays a part as well rounding it out pretty well . higher level of alcohol is unnoticed a big plus . m almost offensive moderately thick nice low level of carbonation and it never seems to leave . d daunting at first especially for me not a huge fan of ipas but i have to respect this beer . the dynamic flavor smell combinations are remarkable and though it s not my favorite the never departing flavor may be the reminder that it is something to be reckoned with . not for the faint of palate .,aroma,1.0,1
a nice alternative to the big three s light beers . i would put it at the top of cheap canned beers . it s better overall than hamm s blatz s and even leinenkugel s . all the ease of use of one of the big three a fraction of the price and you do n t have to hold a can that says olde or best or special .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a growler into a pint glass . body was a golden maize with a big white head . retention was great and there was some nice lacing as well . nose was non existent for me . the taste is weird to say the least . nutty and bready in a way that i d think i d hate it but i enjoyed this to varying degrees . also went down quite smooth . an alright beer would n t recommend going out of your way to have it though .,aroma,0.2,0
pours black with a finger off tan head . retains a soapy ring with wet lace but neither stay around very long . the nose is simply beautiful taking the malt esters and phenols and wrapping them in wonderful florals aromas of doughy dark bread wildflower honey foresty blueberries and ripe cassis coffee clove and hints of anise . the med full bodied palate starts malty and sweet caramelly but never too syrupy . despite the moderately hefty alcohol and the corresponding hefty body this should possess the brew manages to stay remarkably light on its feet . maybe too light depending on who you ask . that sweetness is quickly balanced by a nice spice brown sugar clove and a moderate bitterness picking up more of that awesome blueberry flavor before the spice and phenols take over at the beginning of the finish also hiding the alcohol well as its peppery flavor is easily tucked into the spice and phenol flavors . lastly as all this wanes the yeast has a good say on the finish with lingering coffee and bread dough flavors . overall sort of torn on this one . i adore the nose with its prominent wildflower honey and blueberry vibe and normally i can get behind the body which is so light on its feet . that character is what i call elegance and is what i ultimately want in a drink but this is a quad . i kind of expect a rich syrupy punch from this style . although really delicious the lightness made it a touch forgettable . still a fan of the series tho and absolutely ca n t wait for the barrel aged versions next year .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at maxs . i think this is their lot iipa aged in rum casks . appearance is similar in hue to the regular lot but duller and with less clarity . color is honey amber mildly rust like against light from the cloudiness . poured without any head but produces thin streaks of off white lacing with almost the same intensity as the lot sitting next to it . aroma is disappointingly mild . honestly smells like a watered down lot with very minimal spirit presence . mildly citrusy and citrus rind a little sweeter than the base and if i really stretch it s a little spicier . flavor is still surprisingly hoppy with a strong bitter finish maybe cascade . the rum is also pleasantly restrained compared to the whiskey from menagerie adding a dry sweetness to the finish with mild vanilla and spice . however this is much more well balanced and integrated between the base and the spirits . the mouthfeel also takes on a much smoother thicker lush texture with lighter carbonation . well aside from the first two categories i m very impressed by this beer and highly recommend it . one of the few ba dipas i ve enjoyed to date and a vast improvement from the last ba offering i had from evolution . the relatively subtlety in this and similarity to lot might be a disappointment for some but i like it .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a rich copper with a great big bubbly tannish head that clings to the glass for dear life as it falls . the aroma is slight but hoppy with some pine to it . the flavor is surprisingly light with piny hops and a tinge of bready malt . the main interesting component is a sneaky piny bitterness that comes up slowly on the finish . somewhere behind the initial hoppines comes some vanilla and cream . this is a beer that rewards taking a healthy mouthful and rolling it around slowly and carefully before swallowing if you simply swallowed immediately you d miss some of the complexity that s hiding in the straight forward seeming sierra nevada hop character . the mouthfeel is extremely creamy accentuating that vanilla cream soda character which is something which i have never encountered before in a beer . and i like it .,aroma,0.6,1
a tons of medium brown colored head almost three inches worth . the body is dark brown and thick . s the aroma of chocolate and malt fill the air . i ca n t wait to take a pull . t whoa . the flavors of chocolate and coffee are potent in this stout . there s a hop finish that gives it that sierra nevada brewing company signature that i ve always appreciated . m the texture is coarse but i think the abrasiveness really brings out the fullness of the flavors . this is a good beer . i certainly recommend anyone inexperienced with it or any other sierra nevada brew for that matter give it a try . it is certainly a good move .,aroma,1.0,1
hey it s a new fantome to love alongside hiver and the regular . that said this was a less than perfect bottle and has to be scored as such . into my bruery tulip we go . pours a nice rich pale orange gold with spotty head forming . a bit limp on the carbonation side leaves a bit of an uneven look . was looking for a bit more . but not more on the nose . really this is right there with any great belgian beer i ve ever had . a rich full dense complex sensory experience that is really awe inspiring . big grapefruit front leads to a delicate blend of fruits and spices and earthiness there s hints of hop aroma trending floral and earthy funky brett notes pumping up the grapefruit and sweaty horse delicate esters and phenols from the yeast . a bit of toasty bready sweetness as a layered base . just perfect . the taste falls a bit flat unfortunately and the culprit is the carbonation . everything rolls in on the same ridiculous platter of awesomeness that the aroma is built on but it glides to quickly over the tongue a water y thinness pervades and leaves one searching . the breadiness is brought out a bit more the balance of hop bitterness to residual sweetness is grand but it s a bit thin and underperforming what it could be and there s a bit of a hint of cardboard at the end . i d still buy bottles if they were all like this but knowing there must be others with proper carbonation out there . i feel comfortable saying that subsequent reviews will place this in my upper echelon of personal favorites .,aroma,1.0,1
reviewed labeled bottle marked pours a very cloudy very dark reddish brown body . big pillowy creamy light tan head . good lacing and lasting leaving a nice lacing . very floral aroma perfumy dark fruit plum dark grape . spices too not a very heavy aroma . sour apples and pears . watery palate . sweet light fruit slightly acidic . carbonated and drying in the mouth.fruity and hides the alcohol well . tart .,aroma,1.0,1
split a sixer of wild blue with a friend the other day since he was raving about it . a drank from the bottle very entertaining cover art but trickled some into a glass as i was curious to see the color . purple . not very attractive . s the smell is a bit noxious . beer blueberry syrup rubbing alchohol . t i have mixed feelings about the taste . overall it was somewhat enjoyable . it certainly is n t a good tasting beer and it certainly is n t a good fruit drink yet somehow i found it enjoyable . odd . m very much like soda . fizzy . d i would n t mind having a few for a change in pace but i must say i was glad to have some pbr to wash it down and cleanse the palate . definately not something i d drink regularly but i would drink it again . more of a novelty drink with an percent abv .,aroma,0.3,0
the nose here is at first reminiscent of a barleywine raisiny sweet then an imperial stout chocolatey roasty and ultimately an outstanding cabernet earthy and leathery notes on top of dark fruits and floral perfumes . i find this to be an ideal complexity notable not for its blunt force but for the way it continues to surprise . cigar box certainly comes to mind . the palate drops off just a bit . barleywine type sweetness is much more prevalent in this dimension although it interacts in interesting ways with a darker roasted quality . at the same time a lighter floral hoppy quality lingers . the finish is warm in a pleasing way . this beer is quite thick and lightly carbonated in a manner that suits it well . outstanding beer for slow sipping and contemplation . demands careful attention .,aroma,1.0,1
a finger head orange color no sediment . s floral apricot with touch of light orange light hopiness and decent balance of malt and hops . t pretty austere here . w just a hint of maltiness . m low carb slightly smooth d this could be sessionable but it is n t great . clearly in my opinion a beer targeted for bmc drinkers .,aroma,0.8,1
a golden with a nice white head not cloudy in any way . s very herbal with spicy pepper undertones . almost like a really good herbal crusty bread at times . i spent a lot of time sniffing before i tasted as this smell is like no other beer . t starts a little spicy and then the herbs take over . too overpowering covering up the flavors of this brew . m thin to moderate mouthfeel . pretty high in carbonation . d the herbs make this beer very undrinkable to me .,aroma,0.7,1
this may be my craziest rating . high in appearance and in smell and low in test mouthfeel and drinkability . pours a clear medium deep cranberry red with no head but very nice looking . nose is initially a gray smoke quality almost like the smoke from putting out a fire with water that then develops a bit of an oak barrel nose . goes to a white bread toast with hints of fruit . layered complex and appealing nose . mouthfeel is without carbonation has a big sour character but without any discernable fruit or style and definitely needs more acid for my taste . not much character or flavor profile but there are undertones of sour cherry . there is a citric sour character that you want to like but it just misses and is just lacking in most elements . not real appealing any respect and no something that is inviting to drink . some carbonation would have assisted this one . just not one you want to drink . finish is simple citric sour with no brightness .,aroma,0.9,1
a straw yellow . decent head that fell quickly leaving light white layer on top . not to pale color like alot of beers of the style . s smells like a normal american adjunct . corn and cereal . t tastes like the normal as well but a bit more flavorful . sort of sweet . mf pretty thin . not much to it . o pretty good beer for how cheap it is .,aroma,0.4,0
after seeing how highly rated this offering was i had to try one . my only other experience with chocolate stouts was young s which i enjoyed a lot . poured out pitch black with a very dark brown head that did n t really last very long and also did little in the way of lacing . it still freaks my neighbors out when they see me drinking something that resembles motor oil and i call it beer . it smelled much like a chocolate stout should . kind of a toasted chocolate combination . not as sweet as i was expecting definitely not as sweet as youngs and a bit more bitter as well . it had a definite hop flavor toward the end as well . it seemed a bit thin to me not as thick and creamy as i would have liked but not bad at all . i can see me drinking this once in a while but probably not on a too regular basis .,aroma,0.9,1
stopped by here after making the trek up to the sandy springs area . pours a pretty clear dark brown color with a one finger white head . the head soon dissipates into a patchy layer on top and a medium sized ring around the glass . lacing is n t very sticky . smells great . huge floral and citrus hop aromas with a bready malt that asserts itself more as the beer warms . tastes alright . there s not a lot going on . the hops add almost no flavor to the beer they serve just as bittering agents . there s a mild sweet malt taste up front that like the smell becomes more bready as the beer warms . mouthfeel is good . it s very light but the carbonation is such that it s not watery . it goes down smoothly . drinkability is good . although the flavors are n t very pronounced it s a tasty beer and it goes down easily . overall i think this would make a good session beer . it s very refreshing and not overpowering . i d take some of five seasons s other beers before this one especially the oatmeal stout but it s still a solid offering .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance came in a green and gold can with the holsten knight on it . poured with half a finger of head that retains decently and laces quite well . the beer itself is a nice bronze color with solid signs of carbonation . however i do notice quite a few particles floating in the beer . smell not much going on in this department . catching dry grassy hops and that s about it . i think i might be catching a slight bread scent but the hops seem dominant . it s fairly mild but it s not really anything to write home about . taste hmm.interesting starts with a mild barley taste and then turns to some form of sweet vegetable flavor kinda like sweet potatoes but not that strong and ends with a solid hop presence . all in all interesting but not exactly good . mouthfeel slight sweet vegetable aftertaste which is n t bad . the carbonation feels a bit excessive though and finishes a bit dry . i ve certainly experienced worse and it all in all it s not bad . drinkability this is really where this beer suffers . the taste is oddball for a single tasting but i would n t want to drink this on a regular basis . it s not very refreshing due to it s dryness and sits a little heavy on the stomach . it does go down smoothly though . final thoughts the main reason i bought this beer was because i had a good experience with the festbock . this one however is nowhere near as good an offering . one beer was enough of this stuff . anymore then one i think it would outstay it s welcome .,aroma,0.4,0
poured deep brownish black thin head smells of dark roasted barley not too overly impressed but typical . taste is rich and flavorful chocolate and a coffee undertone . a suprising hop presence for a porter possibly nugget hops . mouth is rich and smooth a tingling in the side of the mouth is nice . easily drinkable a great session no doubt,aroma,0.6,1
a very light blonde color reminiscent of a cider with a minimal white head which dissipates to practically nothing quickly . it has fairly smooth and slippery lacing that does n t stick to the glass . s the aroma of this is more like white grapes to me similar to a wine but the peach is definitely there in the background . it is a little sweet and a little sour . it smells as if it will be refreshing . t it is hard for me to get past the tartness of this brew . it is rather sour overall and that masks its other flavors . i really have to search for the peach as the white grapes that also show up here comprise most of its fruit presence . i suppose there s a bit of peach there but not as much as i d expect . m . this is medium light bordering light in body . it is a little high in carbonation . once the tartness subsides it is a shade watery . d i had much higher hopes for this brew as i d previously enjoyed aprihop and some other dfh seasonals . i suppose i would n t have found out without trying it but i wo n t buy it again . it may be more appealing to those that like wine or other fruit beers and could be nice and refreshing for others but it was n t my cup of brew .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle in a pint glass . first off the only thing that makes this a red ale in my opinion is the color . it seems ithaca already had an ipa but the head brewer wanted to make another heavy hop bomb so he created cascazilla red ale . color is a copper red like i think it should be . the smell is all hops and citrus one of the better smelling bears i have had . i exspected the taste to be dominated by hops but you can tell the brewer spent time to balance this beer and not make it to bitter . it has a nice citrus bite to it but nothing to dominating like torpedo in my opinion . mothfeel is smooth with not to much carbonation . the alchol is masked very well and i could drink several of these easily . so far my favorite red ale i have had .,aroma,1.0,1
a clear orangy amber . quite orange actually . lots of bubbles clinging to glass like ginger ale thick large bubbled candlelight head very lacy . s as only a good british beer can smell luscious . caramel y a touch of chocolate some vanilla . very complex . t m ok the taste lets down a bit after the luscious aroma . starts creamy and smooth but finishes thinner and harsher a tad tinny . general flavor is nice but definitely thin and watery . a good beer but disappointed that it is n t a great beer . bought it especially because i wanted a great beer .,aroma,1.0,1
nice golden yellow color with a little head . very little aroma has a slight grassy smell i thought it was a drinkable beer that has a much different taste than it american counterparts . but for the price it is not really worth it . it goes down smooth and i would definately drink it when given to me . i just wouldnt buy a six pack at the market .,aroma,0.4,0
vaguely hazy coppery bronze in hue with a slight tawny highlight this is the color of hundreds of apas . a fairly large head developed it was off white in color and two fingers in height . the head retention was very good it took a long while before it faded to a foamy cap . the subsequent lacing was prevalent and sticky . at first the nose is almost all cascade hops . lovely but short lived in time the bouquet becomes a bit muted as the malt becomes more pronounced . the maltiness is very ordinary typical for the style dry clean with hints of caramel . there is also some wondering graininess . still the smells are pleasant and inviting enough to encourage me to drink . i like the palate even though it is nothing special . it is a typical apa this is a ubiquitous style and this one does nothing to standout from the crowd . the hops come to play acidic juicy and moderately bitter . in the middle it because fruity largely nondescript maybe oranges . before the finish the malt emerges lightly caramel . grain too . once the beer left my mouth a pleasant hoppy aftertaste reminded me of the beer i just quaffed . there is some residual candied heat . i like this beer it is very tasty albeit simple its a good summery beer . any beer that gives me hop burps is fine by me . the mouthfeel is very ordinary medium in body with modest carbonation soft on the tongue . like i said it is very drinkable but it is nothing noteworthy aside from the fact it is brewed in utah . that is really the only reason i purchased a six pack of this in burnsville mn . beside the six pack was only that is a deal .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage on tap at capone s december . a pours a nice dark crimson with ruby hues . very minimal head . looks a shade lighter than cranberry juice with a bit of tawny paleness to it . s not the best aspect of this beer smells a lot like balsamic vinegar without much of the underlying fruit coming through . a tiny amount of underlying grape scent . t quite tart with a bit of barnyard horse blanket . the vinegar from the nose is not nearly as dominant and flavors of grapes berries and red wine come through . m quite dry with very subtle carbonation . d very high every sip reveals greater complexity and no amount would seem to be enough .,aroma,0.6,1
another joke gift from my brother for xmas . he buys this stuff because its about cents a can which for us canadians is essentially the price of the cheapest stuff we can get . a from the can cold as a mountain stream smooth as its name . what the fuck . busch is as smooth as its name . busch . . anyways beer looks fine i suppose . no head no lacing barely any color . just sits there looking like pee . s wow . smells like a nursing home at dinner time . cooked and cooked and cooked veggies . metallic as well . yum . t it takes muscles to frown and to smile . drinking this is quite the workout since the tiniest sip yields a spazam inducing scowl that probably burns more calories than the mouthful of beer . . for that . m feels similar to an italian carbonated water that costs times more in a restaurant . not bad i suppose . d well . an extra . here for the fact that it s cents a can . its really bad but in all honesty the more of this you drink the more you forget how bad it is .,aroma,0.2,0
appearance dark ruby red . two finger head average longevity . aroma lovely substantial fruit aroma without overpowering the malt of the beer . taste the raspberry is nonexistent on the tongue until the finish and then only slightly . otherwise a decent enough brown malt with smokiness and some hops behind . mouthfeel thin watery and with a bit of a sting . drinkability certainly an enjoyable fruit beer not as sickly sweet as some .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pours out almost black having a thin head but no lace . smell of dark rich chocolate coffee and molassas having some dark fruity earthiness to it . taste is again rich as in the above aromas with some roastiness and having alchohol present but not overwhelming . mouthfeel is full with a good spike of carbonation makes it a smooth go down . a nice complex stout that is great to sip on and enjoy .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle a pours a golden orange with a thick finger and a half foamy white head . head laces to the side of the glass . s floral citrus and grapefruit hop aromas . t m citrus and tart with an assertive hop presence . there is a light grain flavor but no detectable malt presence for me . chewy mouthfeel but still relatively smooth . carbonation level is nice this would be a great palette cleanser . d nice and smooth hoppy without overdoing it . this was easy to take care of .,aroma,0.6,1
acquired with thanks from johntravolta . pours a honey dark gold cloudy and mysterious . minimal head and lacing despite vigorouous pour . has a very dry champagne like smell ripe with musty cherries smells like they ve been sitting in a dank barrel for a while . a little zesty spice and a very boozey presence . very appealing smell . overall medium body slightly tart cloys in a big way . taste begins with slightly tart cherry and then a big ascetic raspberry tartness kicks in . only a bit of sweetness going on the two main characteristics are the vinegaric raspberry flavor and the huge booze overhead . tart flavors linger on the palate for a while despite decent carbonation and zing . despite this body is a little thin and one dimensional . drinkability suffers big time this beer does not hide its alcohol well at all . the sourness also gives the complete package a hit it s not sour in a good way for me . would n t be bad for a oz sipper especially with some chocolate . but a big oz bottle is just too much for me . i think this is just too much of a sipper for me to go out of my way to try again but the experience was n t bad just not quite what i was looking for .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a champaign style bottle into a clean pint glass . it poured dark red and with a tanissh head that quickly dissolved . it smelled like raspberry freezer jam that has been allowed to thaw out very sweet and sugary . it tasted very sweet at first and then a kick of sour raspberry kicked in with a touch of tang . it was like eating a handful of fresh raspberries . it had a nice body to it smooth but then ripply into a medium body near the back of the tongue . it was very drinkable when i only sipped it slowly . if i drank large mouthfuls or sipped back to back it became too sweet to my palate to enjoy .,aroma,0.6,1
misclassified as aptly noted by my colleagues . substantial notes of roasted chestnut toffee and chewable chocolate . really triggers a nice sensation that makes you want to bite into the beer almost . ruby red dark brownish with a glass clinger of a head . easy on the smell it takes a while for the whiff to formulate . initially a bit tart on the nose there are some coffee notes that come out as well . the taste really shines the notes that grab me noted above . i do n t taste any dark fruits but some some nice smoked and roasted flavors . a nice drinkable beer especially warming at abv . finishes very rounded and nicely balanced . its christmas . .only with chocolate .,aroma,0.4,0
aromas are pretty much as advertised . aroma is almost all roast coffee oatmeal and hints of cocoa and malt . but the coffee is the star for sure not just shwag run of the mill coffee but quality roasted beans . this brew tastes as it smells with a truck load of fresh roasted coffee oatmeal and chocolate malt . some mild bitterness but it seems to be more from the coffee than anything else . the mouthfeel is quite heavy on the tongue . quite thick and undercarbonated . almost syrupy but not . carbonation is quite pronounced at the end of the sip . overall i like this beer a lot . it has probably the most pronounce coffee taste i ve had in a beer to date . as i mentioned though i would n t drink many in one sitting for just that reason . all that being said i d gladly drink another .,aroma,0.9,1
a deep chestnut brown with a ruby shimmer . body is very clear with a sticky beige head that scatters fairly quickly . looks delicious . s heavy spice kick dominated by nutmeg ginger and cinnamon . just about perfect for a true winter beer . t m again spices are the dominant force here . the spiciness of the nutmeg runs through the entire sip . the high abv also shines and puts a little too much burn on the mouth . i love the spices but at times they can come on a bit cloying and i think that it should be balanced a little better . the bittering hops definately come through on the finish but again seem a little out of place . d i would have liked this to come on a little stronger in the malt field to come across as a huge full bodied winter brew but was a little overdone by the spices and hops . probably great after sitting a year .,aroma,0.9,1
long trail imperial porter is a dim but clear dark brown ale with a huge soft beige head that has outstanding retention and lacing . the aroma is pretty muffled by the head . there is a stightly sharp note of hops and a slight whiff of roasty chocolate . it s medium bodied watery but smooth . the finish is a little watery . it s a pretty well balanced roasty flavor with notes of coffee chocolate and salmiakki . there is something solvent like about the hops . the aftertaste is of salmiakki . the flavors seem a bit disjointed but it s tasty . sampled at the flower city brewers fest at frontier field rochester ny,aroma,0.6,1
pours an amber color with a finger of head . almost no aroma at all which i thought was unusual for a dipa . no hop smell whatsoever . the first taste has a hint of hops but not nearly as much as i expected . i think that the hops may have faded as this was a trade bottle and i do n t know how old it is . still tastes well balanced and there is nowhere near the alcohol taste i would expect from something so strong . dangerously drinkable i would definitely like to try some that i knew was fresh to see if there was more hoppiness .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a golden amber hue with a half inch head that quickly dissipated . decent lacing but nothing to write home about . s faint aromas of grapefruit and pine that give way to sweet malt . not as big a nose as i would like pretty muted . t a little more pronounced than the nose starts with grapefruit and very faint orange that gives way to pine and finally a little caramel nuttyness in the finish . flavor drops off fairly quickly does n t linger long at all . m less than a medium body a little too thin and yet a little more carbonation than i care for . finishes pretty dry . d fairly drinkable dryness in the mouthfeel keeps you drinking more . maybe that s their plan . overall decent pale ale but certainly not one of my favorites and will hesitate when reaching for another aleworks brew . .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pale golden color . not much of a head . small beads of lacing . aroma slight grainy aroma . picked up on some citrus notes . taste nicely balanced between roasted malts and hops . one does n t overwhelm the other . i was surprised i did n t pick up on those traits in the aroma . grapefruit notes . i really liked the way this beer came together . mouthfeel nicely carbonated . feels light on the tongue .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a rich reddish brown with purple hues when held up to light and is accompanied by a two finger tan head that leaves little lacing . the smell is roasted malt with coffee notes followed by alcohol . the taste reminds me of molasses . not as hoppy as i d expected but i do n t feel that it s lacking either . again coffee taste in the finish . medium body with a crisp finish . a very tasty brown ale that i would have again .,aroma,0.6,1
this a very clear dull ruby colored beer with a disappearing tan head . my allergy addled nose gets very nice dark fruit cherries and brown sugar . suprisingly assertive bitter hits first followed by cidery dryness and tart apple sweetness . notes of fruit skin . intermittent wood tones . this is a refreshing and interesting beer but way too dry for brown ale in my opinion . when you really stop to taste it the majority of its characters are suprisingly harsh . this is one of those beers i m having trouble making up my mind about . mouthfeel is the biggest fault here . it is light fizzy and lacks enough body to support the bitterness which means this brown ale is not the one thing every brown sould be smooooth .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark coffee with a white slightly tanned two finger head that stuck around . s sour off hay like . t the taste began with a water nose . i tasted nothing else but water . this was followed by a burning sensation in the my throat . no spice just burn . the burn was something similar to swallowing pepper spray . the finish was dirty and pestered my palate for quite some time . as ralph from the simpsons said it tastes like burning . m far too watery for an acceptable porter . d i think i ve made my point .,aroma,0.2,0
this is a beer that i ve actually had before the bottle i m reviewing when i was recently on the west coast earlier in the spring . a friend told me to watch out for the hop stoopid which was an amazing beer and when i saw another entry in lagunitas sonoma farmhouse series i was very intrigued . in the bottle out there it was cheap and attractive but i was left disappointed . especially in the massive lineups we were concocting out there this beer did n t stand out and was even bland . perhaps trying this beer again in basically the same kind of company was a mistake part of a tasting that included several russian river and lost abbey beers because the same thing happened . while this beer was pretty much a by the books saison it does n t seem to make much sense to not even give this beer some kind of hops characteristic or impart some small signature that we have come to know and love lagunitas for . basically this bomber is an orthodox nice saison that hits all of the right flavors on the nose but is disappointing overall mild thin bland in color and not complex . that being said this is a killer summer beer that you could drink all day long but it paled in comparison to some of the monsters we were grappling with .,aroma,0.8,1
had this on tap at lucky baldwins tonight it was labeled as craftsman baldwin but it tasted exactly the same as the abbey that i had there a few months ago . if thats the case then this really is n t a one off . pours a golden yellow . fluffy head pretty clear but a little hazy . decent lacing . aroma is the real low point of this beer . its almost all alcohol in the nose . theres also some bubblegum flavor that actually reminded me of the tripel white sage which was damn good . a little too boozy for me though . taste was crisp sweet bubblegum and flowery . again parallels to tripel white sage . the alcohol did n t make itself known until it warmed up . body was heavier than i expected possibly from using pale malt or munich malt or something instead of the traditional pilsner malt . nice though . ample co . very drinkable until it warms up then its noticeably alcoholic .,aroma,0.4,0
it poured a little on the transparent side for an oatmeal stout . light showed throug the center of the glass a ruby color but the color was slightly greenish at the edges . odd . the head was foamy and tan but fizzled fast . smell was of roasted malts and a little chocolate . nice . the taste starts out pretty good . chocolate roasted malts bitterness . but then it got too bitter . it tasted like green unripe fruit bitterness . it was hard to finish the whole glassfull . mouthfeel was decent a little thin . drinkability suffered from the heavy bitterness that got unpleasant by the finish . overall i was disapointed . maybe i just got a bad batch . i was really enthused by the positive reviews here update had the last bottle with some nice cheddar . cheese coating on the tongue cut the bitterness and brought out lots of nice flavor . i bet some smoked gouda would be even better .,aroma,0.8,1
the pour produces a cola colored brew with a half finger high head of light beige . there is some carbonation visible around the edges with no sediment or anything of note . the head dies down quickly leaving little lacing as it goes . the primary components of the aroma are malts coiny metals and a curious heat as if a jalapeno pepper was dropped into the glass . there are also mild hints of vanilla and dark coffee as boasted by the title . the taste begins with malts and copper . this metallic taste is comparable to putting a penny in your mouth and working it around . the middle is sweeter and a bit tangy . this quickly falls to sourness like sour cream that leaves the mouth with a similar aftertaste . again as in the nose there are also minor hints at vanilla and coffee but neither really takes center stage . the body and carbonation are both light . there is little coating from the brew and the mouthfeel is otherwise dull like drinking flat bitter soda . the abv is within range but the curious flavor profile makes this beer slower drinking . overall what was best about this beer was its appearance . while it does have the main attributes of a porter visually it falls way short in other aspects . what was most offensive about the brew was the overly metallic and spicy pepper . . qualities throughout the aroma and taste making this beer less than desirable .,aroma,0.3,0
the colour is pale yellow the liquid is clear . the two finger white airy head sinks slowly leaving some lacing . the smell is mild with hints of paper dough anonymous hops and chalk . the taste is mild too . pulp paper some mild sweet notes artificial bitter hits . the body is weak . peppery paper notes in the aftertaste as well as some dough and a touch of bitter herbs . the carbonation is quite strong the small bubbles are fresh . the liquid is wishy washy . weak flavours but at least the off flavours are quite discreet for a budget . beer . i have had worse .,aroma,0.4,0
a a finger of white head . light golden in color . s fresh and pretty subtle . nothing too strong . t sweet taste and bready . i picked up some fruit flavors but ca n t pin point what it was . m very crisp clean feel and rather full with good carbonation . o i really enjoyed this ale . it s especially good in summer . i ll definitely come back to this one .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance light brown with some more reddish areas . smell bizarre smell that s hard to describe . the sweetness and caramel is almost overwhelming such that it smells a bit like cider . based on other reviews i guess this a matter of personal preference but i think this is a fairly awful aroma . taste overpowering caramel and malt sweetness with burnt sugar sticky sweet aftertaste . after a few sips a hint of hops becomes discernable . mouthfeel nice mouthfeel nothing special but very smooth . drinkability i had a hard time finishing one of these the beer is just too sweet . if you really like caramel this would probably work as a dessert beer but otherwise you ll need more hops to balance out the caramel flavors . i picked this up as part of a saranac beer sampler pack and i m certainly glad i tried it . one of the most unique beers i ve had but unfortunately not in a good way .,aroma,0.3,0
a for a brown holy hell . beautiful thick lacing with a yeasty type head that lingers for the duration of the pint . maple syrup colored with noticeable carbonation throughout the beer . s not much to it sweet molasses and a subtle hop character . t delicious . the roasted and caramel malts jump out right away while the slight hop bite hitchhikes a ride and balances out the flavors . finishes sweet with the toasted malts lingering on the back of your palate . m it feels like a milk stout very creamy with very soft carbonation and transitions seamlessly to a dry finish . o this is the best brown that i ve had so far . everything is so delicate about it but it s still so complex and easy to enjoy . definitely try this if you get the chance .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle into a regular kitchen glass . i have not had this in years and decided to pick up a bottle to see what is what . a golden monkey pours out a cloudy yellow color with golen highlights . not exactly golden but i see where they are coming from . a sturdy pour lead to fingers of frothy white head that looked bubbly . it died down eventually leaving spots of lace . s getting some breadyness from this monkey along with some fruit essence with orange peel apple and banana . a hint of spice is also detected . the biggest killer for me though is the alcohol which you ca n t get around . t starts off with a lot of fruits apple banana orange mixed with alcohol alot of it . this was my biggest problem with gm years ago and nothing has changed . some yeast initially as well . i m sure hops are used but no direct taste for them in this . spices such as clove and the like come forth with warming . m with the alcohol taking center stage this is not very drinkable . to bad because i believe that this has the ability to be a great triple if the alcohol was masked better . medium bodied with some sweetness from the malts . carbonation is ok . the fruit mixed with alcohol leaves for a weird aftertaste . d not so much the high abv does not scare me it s just that gm is difficult to drink . a nice warming from the heat on this cold snowy day so gm has that going for it . this seems to be pretty popular on the whole but it is not for me . so maybe i m missing something . . . . i will try this again in another years to again see what s what .,aroma,0.4,0
well . this is a weird beer . was really looking forward to it pours a crisp clear orangish . lots of white head . looks pretty decent . smells cedar heavy . holy cow . lots of wood . tastes sweet and cedar heavy . very odd . lots of weird aromas and flavours . well carbonated and interesting .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a dense dark brown almost black . slight beige head that quickly becomes just a ring . minimal lacing . the smell is exactly like a cafe mocha dark chocolate buttery and quality roasted coffee . the taste is very intense on the chocolate but the roasted coffee malts come through nicely too . there s also a little bit of alcohol popping through the flavor . mouthfeel is smooth and thick to the point of being chewy . this is a rich tasty stout but with the percent abv it s definitely a sipper . it is definitely not to be taken lightly .,aroma,1.0,1
brewed with row pale carapils caramel and wheat malts . hopped with tettnang and galena . og . ibu s . abv . won a silver medal at the world beer championships . pours out to a lightly cloudy dark golden forming a small white head with very poor retention and absent lacing of any sort . carbonation is mild to moderate . thick firm dark yeast cake sits at the bottom of the bottle and appears to be highly flocculent as swirling the bottle hardly adds any opacity to the brew . darker in color than expected for the style . aroma . from feet away this smells like a mixed fruit juice.kinda like apple juice and strawberries . no cloves . aroma is very sweet and smells like sugar a touch of diacetyl and apple juice . not remotely close to the style and pretty horrible smelling despite this . mouthfeel is watery with a medium light body . taste . .bizarre . apple juice caramelized sugar corn syrup . blah . a lemony orange citric tartness towards the finish with very minimal hop presence in flavor aroma or bitterness . this is simply awful stuff and a true embarrasment to the style . i look at the label and i look at the beer and i wonder if this was mismarked because this is nowhere near a hefe weizen . godawful by any standards of deceny . this bottle must be a a mistake judging by other reviews here .,aroma,0.2,0
thanks to ba einhorn for the samples of this and his brewery s wonderful weizenbock der kommissar . american breweries producing traditional german style beers are few and far between especially west of texas . as such it s my selfish hope that einhorn becomes a raging enough success to eventually find distribution all the way over here on the east coast . even if that s not in the cards folks out west need to be exposed to their stuff unbeknownst to many in california oregon and colorado not all beers are or should be hop bombs . anyway on to unikator . i brought this unique brew to a tasting where several other local beer advocates shared it with me and compared notes . these are our collective findings . appearance a confident pour produces a deeply copper hued mostly translucent body with a fleeting one finger amber mahogany head . it is immediately apparent that unikator is doppelbock in the tradition of paulaner salvator and samichlaus not the dark roasty likes of weihenstephaner korbinian and ayinger celebrator . side note much like weizenbocks it s my view that doppelbocks could easily be divided into two substyles golden sweet and opaque brown roasty . held up to the light unikator looks awfully nice . smell this is a beer whose rather mild nose belies its flavor at least to some extent . very light biscuity maltiness is at the forefront with a faint hint of sweetness . while the smell is certainly appetizing and therefore not a problem by any means most of us agreed that this was the beer s weakest suit due simply to its subtlety the aroma does n t exactly jump out of the glass so you ve got to put some effort into smelling it . taste although unikator essentially looks and smells like a traditional german doppelbock its taste is quite unique for the style . in a good way . sure the expected brown sugary maltiness is there along with a glimmer of earthy noble hops and a slight hint of roastiness . but the backbone of this beer is a distinctly juicy fruity malt flavor i associate with english barleywines . at first some tasters were put off by this as i think we were all expecting the brew to taste like salvator et al . but after a few sips it grew on us and we all ultimately found it quite tasty . as long as you re not surprised by unikator s prominent juiciness i think you ll agree . mouthfeel the classic golden doppelbock experience . unikator is relatively thick viscous and vaguely honey like but not mead like in the mouth . as with other doppelbocks this works out nicely for the flavor profile as the beer coats the palate and allows its bouquet of flavors to develop gradually and keep unwinding long after each sip . as such unikator is definitely a sipper not due to high abv or alcoholic heat but to its slowly unfurling carpet of distinct flavors . drinkability traditional doppelbocks abv can vary widely with notable examples as low as . and as high as samichlaus massive . unikator s abv checks in on the low end of that range which i think is nice . for my tastes a bomber of abv beer can reasonably be enjoyed over the course of an hour or two while even a ten ounce serving of something over about can be tough to enjoy before it grows tepid . as such and given the uniquely refreshing quality afforded by unikator s unusual juiciness this is among the more drinkable doppelbocks out there especially among those served in bombers . on the whole i d certainly recommend unikator to anyone who enjoys the likes of paulaner salvator urbock etc . just do n t be caught off guard by its unusual malt profile if you re ready for it i believe you ll find unikator to be a traditional yet unique doppelbock worthy of enjoyment especially on a cool spring fall evening .,aroma,0.6,1
oz no bottled on or best by date . got this as an extra in a trade but forgot who sent it sorry . poured into a tulip glass a impenetrable obsidian black with a one finger tan head . a nice collar and lacing remained after dissipation . s roasted malt and faint molasses and hot chocolate notes . t roasted malts bakers chocolate coffee and a faint sour note that i ca n t place but it s not unpleasant . not much sweetness . the sweetness that is there is embodied in the faint chocolate flavors . there is a pleasant lingering bitterness from the roasted malt . m light bodied but not thin . slick and smooth on the way in with light and fine carbonation that is pleasant . o d this is a pretty nice beer that is very drinkable at the abv and flavor profile . it s a nice light stout .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance a vibrant golden hue with a small head . the carbonation looks fairly aggressive in my goblet it has a beautiful primeval appearance like liquid gold . smell wine like i get a hint of vinegar . it doesnt really smell like beer but it isnt awful . taste smooth malt taste there is a sweet overtone it isnt overpowering at all . swirling it around my mouth i get the bitterness of the brew quite mild . i really like the way this beer tastes it isnt like a traditional beer . this is a really nice hybrid brew i find it more like mead then beer . mouthfeel thick good carbonation . i consider the mouthfeel solid . drinkability the high abv makes it hard to drink more then without getting piss ass drunk the price makes me not want to buy it very often . when i drink this beer i frequently want to drink quite a few it feels like a beverage that ancient man would drink large quantities of while celebrating .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle did n t dig the aroma on this one and while it did n t ruin the experience after a few bottles i ve yet to shed my initial letdown . better get another pack and keep rating . looks pretty good in the sam adams glass . nearly orange nice clarity and a sort of a dirty soap bubble head . retention was brief and lacing found lacking or this would have gotten an even higher score . my first impression with the aroma was not impressed thus the . which is defined as such . for a fruit beer there s not a lot of fruit . for a pale ale there s not much in the way of hops . there is some alcohol noted and a light graininess . not what i expected and not in a good way either . taste is better . again the hop profile is found wanting . i totally get the white grape juice thing now it dries the palate quite a lot in the finish . i found it distracting at first but came to enjoy the relatively refreshing and dry not sticky nature . the taste overall is n t bad but it says pale ale in big letters on the label . carbonation was quite simply too high . a white grape juice spritzer . hmm . i m trying not to be too hard on this beer as it was pretty decent and someone worked hard on it . if the carbonation settles down a bit it d be pretty drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a deep copper . very clear with a one finger white head that falls shortly . nice lacing . s citra hops up front . smells of pineapple and other tropical fruits . slightly sweet malts in the background . i m in love with the aroma . t slightly sweet malts . very big citrus and pineapple presence . no hints of alcohol . pleasing bitter finish with a sweet fruity after taste . m thick and pleasing . very smooth carbonation . leaves my mouth sticky d very good . ive almost finished the bomber and could drink another . overall this is a very good dipa . it may not be world class but a great beer . defiantly worth a shot . i wish this were part of sweetwater s year round line up . i m really glad i bought a few . now i just have to drink them while they are fresh .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a very clear rusty orange chestnut brown with just a short layer of white foam that quickly disappeared s really nice citrus aroma mango orange grapefruit really nice smelling beer t mango grapefruit and orange and lemon rind there is a bit of bitterness that seems to taste like the rind not hops . the flavor is good not as strong as the aroma would suggest though . not sure if i d call this imperial but its close in the feel . not as malty as i would expect . m medium bodied a bit watered down . for an imperial . i d consider this just a regular ipa . decent carbonation d very easy to drink and at . its not hard to go through the whole bottle . very enjoyable though i feel this is more an ipa than an imperial ipa,aroma,0.9,1
her copper colored dress off aromas of honey strong powerful and caramels a touch of hazelnut . unfortunately alcohol is much too noticeable in the mouth and final this coupled with a bitterness too pronounced in the finish we get an unbalanced beer . certainly it has nevertheless a special taste and richly observed but in my opinion alcohol is much too far to fully appreciate the flavors of this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle poured into a clear plastic cup . no date . appearance black body . medium brown head . low retention . decent stick . smell thin . faint soy sauce . not promising . taste oatmeal . thin . some alcohol . stale coffee . some bitterness in the finish . mouthfeel very watery . some effervescence but pretty mild . overall drinkability very plain . characters are very mild and almost imperceptible . no off characters though .,aroma,0.4,0
got this on tap at toronado . i ve had it at the rogue public house in sf a while ago about a week after they made their debut but i do n t remember it too well aside from the fact that i thought it was a pretty alright triple . it pours a nice golden amber color . it s not quite as light a normal triple but it had a tinge of amber to it that makes it quite a good color . the head was quite thick when it was poured but by the time i d walked away from the bar the head had dissipated . i tried and tried and i could n t get a good smell from it . got almost nothing . perhaps my fault . perhaps the overwhelming stale beer smell of toronado . this is the fruitiest triple i ve ever had . it s like fruit salad in a beer but in a good way . there is a tinge of spiciness that reminds me a lot of peach cobbler . there no alcohol to be found and i could drink tons of this at once . this beer is a touch thick with little carbonation . again making it easy to drink lots of . overall this is a pretty damned good triple . if this were offered in a reasonably priced six pack i would buy lots of it . however i feel that it could n t be bottled in a normal ml bottle because the flavor just is n t complex enough to warrant taht .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to sweemzander for a bottle of this . thanks to steamhead for the twelve ounce alpha king glass i poured this thing into . a good clarity caramel orange two finger white head that dissipates but still maintains a full cap moderate lacing . s sweet and caramel malty with some stone fruit . classic signature three floyds citrus hops here . t nice and bitter with a solid sweet sugary malt back bone is the core of this beer . grapefruit meat and pith add some character . m i wish this were drier . it s big full and sticky with moderate creamy carbonation . snpa kills in the mouthfeel category for me and in comparison this apa is lacking . o i prefer my pale ales to be a little more stripped down and simplistic with subtle nuances again with the snpa . this is trying a little too hard to be great and forgets to be good first .,aroma,0.8,1
golden amber ale that poured crystal clear with a lively and champagne like head . not much staying power and seemingly no lacing . i am unimpressed so far . either my sense of smell is failing me or this beer is practically odorless . but i know my olfactory is in proper working order so that only leaves one option . even my pregnant wife who posesses a keen sense of smell found the beer to be rather odorless . at best damp hints of wet straw and some notes of apples . flavours are also very faint but stand out more than the aromas . no real complexity is to be found in this beer . dry mouthfeel is followed by a fizzy grainy faintly mineral and lightly hopped liquid that although not very flavourful is delicate and balanced . aftertaste is vegetal but not unpleasant . the bottle states that the beer is made with locally grown barley that has been salt kissed by the salty sea breeze . this is a surprise to me considering that this beer is brewed on a small island with rather austere weather conditions similar to those in scotland . no flaws really but not one which stands out as a classic . a good drinkable well crafted brew for the masses .,aroma,0.3,0
a maybe an ever so slight haze on a gold liquid . head is dense and copious . laces well as well . s slight funk in this with a sweet malt underneath . surprisingly hop aroma is muted and a strong alcohol comes through . t wallop indeed . ridiculous hoppiness raw but not coarse . pine and citrus by the bucketload . also here is spades is alcoholic complexity and just enough malt to balance out the two . m slick substantial mouthfeel . low carbonation . d way too drinkable for such a big brew . one of the best dipas i ve had . victory is definitely becoming my favorite brewer . my only complaint would be the lack of hoppiness in the nose . dunno how that an be given the flavour but there you have it .,aroma,0.7,1
the first thing i noticed was the head which was average.it had an average amber color but the taste was quite different than others i have tasted so far.i tasted chocolate.i understand this to be from the malt flavor being intensified.i have read that the kolsch style of beer should have a stronger hops taste so maybe this is put in the wrong catagory.i liked this beer probably due to my chocolate affinity.it has a pleasant disposition and is unoffending to the palatte.it has a sticky taste like chocolate.i liked it.i would buy again probably with a piece of chocolate .,aroma,0.6,1
pours an impossibly clear amber decent head that receded quickly . the aroma lived up to the outburst name an explosion of piney hops malt and citrus . taste is good but not great . pretty hop forward but the taste does n t quite live up the incredible nose . the citrusy pine aroma is somewhat over powered by a faintly peppery and slightly acidic bite . not bad but the nose really had me expecting something special . mouthfeel is middling a bit thin and carbonation while low is a bit rough . the one big plus pricing . . for a bomber . if value was a category this would be an easy . .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance the beer is a lovely golden color with a white head and good retention . smell it has the smell of wet low acidity hops slight earthy barnyard and almost a hint of malt . taste the flavor profile is a good blend of sweet malt an light hops . mouthfeel balanced with a smooth medium body medium carbonation and a nice nip on the tip of the tongue . i could drink this beer any day . it s a nice casual sipping beer for a hot day .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a burnt orange color with a pale yellow white head that rises to fingers and quickly recedes to a crown on top . thick sticky spotty lacing . the aroma implies that this beer is hopped heavily . nothing sweet or malty in the smell and that is fine with me . smells like a bowl of fresh tropical fruits . the taste confirms that this is a heavily hopped beer and bitterness is a priority over balance . again that is fine with me . this is a very tasty beer that i wanted to rate higher but there is a certain medicinal element in the aftertaste that i do n t particularly enjoy . that weird flavor does n t really linger so this beer still gets a solid for taste . mouthfeel is medium bodied and dry . a very good ipa and a very good beer . i would recommend trying this one from time to time but there are better ipa s to session regularly .,aroma,1.0,1
wow i picked this beer out despite it s horrendous presentation because i thought i heard somewhere that old speckled hen was a pretty good ale . i m dissappointed . the smell is alright and it certainly smells better than it tastes . at first sip there s the hops and a really nice bitter flavor but the aftertaste seriously tastes like rotting meat or something else putridly disgusting . goes down well enough and has a bubbly head but the taste kills it . maybe this is what mung tastes like .,aroma,0.6,1
not my cup of tea but for a bud product it is made very well can it be considered a true belgian wit now that inbev owns ab . anyway pours very cloud with a hint of orange with a white head . beer was granished with an orange adding to the orange falvor i could smell and taste . if you like blue moon give this on a shot if you are a hoegraden fan it may or may not impress your taste buds .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a decent witbier and a great session beer . pours to a very light yellow color with enough haze to give it that white appearance . a towering white effervescent head sits atop the beer . no visible carbonation and subsequently a weak head retention . lacing is good however . the smell is not the best . the grain almost has a very barnyardish aroma to it and i m not talking about that horseblanket shit that people actually seem to like . eventually the coriander and orange peel neutralize the foul odor as it warms but it is still in the back of my mind with every whiff . almost smells like corn and or rice . the taste is good however . a bit sweet with some tangy spices . definitely coriander and orange peel possibly even a bit of lemon zest and other esoteric crap . the citric flavors linger on the palate for long into the finish with a pleasant sweetness . the body is very light and fluffy with a bit of a prickly sting on the tongue from the carbonation . very refreshing and very drinkable . just do n t give the beer a good long sniff before every drink like i ve been accustomed to doing . extra points for drinkability considering this is available in cans for my fellow outdoor adventurist type ba s .,aroma,0.6,1
this looked and smelled fantastic . medium to dark brown pour with a khaki coloured foamy head that became craggy and chunky as it slowy died down . smell was huge cereals and grains and was rather nice . taste though was very forgetable . it was n t that it was bad . this is not a bad beer . it is just that there was a sour taste here that i did n t care for . not a sour taste that would lead me to believe the beer had gone bad this tasted like it was supposed to be here . perhaps it is just me . nevertheless i did n t really care for the taste . not a bad beer just not for me . as always though glad i got to try it .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance minimal head clear chestnut brown in color smell very faint sour mix and fruit taste sour mix berries vinegar and cherries mouthfeel clean semi sour light bodied and medium carbonation drinkability i could drink this all day . a very nice mid level sour that is more complex than others i have had in the style . amazing .,aroma,0.6,1
hmmmm well i think that the word gimormus giant and enormus is appropriate for the sized head i got on the poured it . very foamy indeed . sparkling golden in color which i suppose is good for the style . sadly i think the bottle had started to turn before i opened it . i was expecting some bananas in the aroma but didnt get a single one . it definatly had a skunk rectum aroma to it . but then then taste was more to my liking . it did have some banana in there as well as some lemons or something of the like . also maybe some spiceyness but not much . the taste was rather refreshing but i dont know what to make of this one maybe my nose is just way off . overall it wasnt all that bad,aroma,0.3,0
michelob ultra anheuser busch inc . style light lager abv . reviewed home bottle gt dimpled mug reviewed according to style i refuse to slam bmc products out of style context . a . very very light pale straw in color poured to a clean nice finger head gone quick reduced to an okay collar wow this is a surprise . s . very faint malt grain smell faint hints on hops but faint indeed t . not bad just not good because not much taste at all . mf . very very thin . watery . high carbo . d . i guess it s good if you like this sorta thing for light beer . but it s shy on taste mouthfeel and abv so it s leaves thinking what s the point .,aroma,0.3,0
pours out a hazy yellow with a white head . smell . very natural and fresh apple . very similar to a red apple just cut . taste . corriander seems to be used here but not in excess . more apple tastes but a little sweeter than the smell and doesnt taste as fresh as the smell more like apple juice . taste also has a yeasty characteristic to it as well . mouthfeel . it s pretty good lots of carbonation good balance light body but just right for this beer . overall an interesting beer . unibroue always packs a crapload of carbonation in their beers and this seems to give it an elegant characteristic to it as if it was a sweet champagne . but as far as beer goes an interesting alternative and quite tasty but not one i would have cravings for . not a big fan of the coriander .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a dark brown beer with hues of red shining through . the head is a light tan color thin and bubbly no retention or lace . s the nose is quite rich with candied sugar caramel and a touch of dark fruit with ripe plums and some dark cherries t the taste is sweet but a little watery it brings caramel brown sugar and dark ripe fruits . plums and a hint of dark cherries . m this is extremely smooth ever so smooth with very little carbonation . thinner in body and slightly dry with a clean finish . d this is extremely easy drinking and has a pretty good amount of taste to it . definitely a solid session beer .,aroma,0.9,1
first off i ve never had a beer that smelled this bad while tasting so good . it had a caramel scent with very heavy undertones of wet dog . at this point i was sure i d hate it even though it looked pretty appetizing nice dark reddish amber with a healthy head . anyhoo bottoms up . surprisingly the brew tasted pretty good . chocolate and hazelnut flavors combine to form a smooth tasty beer . maybe i should actually drink this from the bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
tasted january th . tasting notes appearance dark brown with some red on the edge . smell not one of the best . fruity and malty . probably some notes of alcohol . not impressed however . taste the persistance is long . it stays in the mouth . i get a malty taste with alcohol . not sure this is my type of beer . too much alcohol imo . to sip .,aroma,0.4,0
dogfish does some really nice experiments but this one is not amongst them . there is nothing wrong with it in a technical sense but this beer just rubs me the wrong way . the flavour is really the only sticking point i keep expecting it to be a little more than it is and it certainly could be but it never really reaches far enough . if it were a bit more remarkable then perhaps it would be worthwhile but it just winds up being kind of odd and measuring up short .,aroma,0.8,1
a brownish tinit to a red body with a nice solid finger off white head . good lacing . s not much worth mentioning here . t grainy toasty malty with a hoppy background . m with the nice mix of malt and hops i d put this one in the vacinity of a medium mouthfeel . d quite drinkable .,aroma,0.3,0
chilled bottle into a glass . a black thick body with some head that recedes over a few minutes . no substantial lacing . s a little bit of chocolate and coffee but mostly roasted malts and . lentils . i just could n t get past the smell . i ve never smelled any beer like this before . t the roasted malts are way overdone and dominate the taste . some grassy hops in the finish . extremely weird tasting imbalanced and it s hard to believe this is a stout . i must have gotten a bad one . m medium bodied with medium carbonation . d i do n t even want to finish this . my first drain pour . the rest of the six pack is going to be given away . edit i did give the other away and got very positive comments . i have since realized that this bottle was oxidized and i am going to buy another one and re review it .,aroma,0.2,0
. cent tallboy from keyfood . managed to resist the urge to chug it right there in the store . rounded pint glass . clear golden straw color . flimsy white wash head . smell is sticky beer residue compost margarine some straw . half sharp bittersweet malt upfront . light herbal bitterness . dry grainy onion y sweetness on the finish . crisp but a touch slick at times . a little dirty but the cheapest thing i can find now since the gouging went into full effect .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz . bottle got to love that great looking regal german looking bottle a pours a cloudy light brown with a full white head lots of foam . s fragrant yeast character a lot of banana sweet malt . t light caramel hits at first and then melds into a lot of banana with hints of molasses . long lingering finish of clove . m seems a tad on the thin side for a weizen beer and it s hard to find the flavour at times but it does have a rich carbonation appeal . d my first dunkelweizen in a while a tasty beer though i do prefer their regular hefe beer .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle poured into a mug . appearance pours a clear pale orange gold color . rocky and foamy white or slightly off white head gradually becomes a dense foam and laces the glass a good deal at the top of the glass . but later there s no head or lace whatsoever . smell nice light refreshing hoppy pine aroma . some sweeter floral undertones are present as well . taste initial taste is of pine sap followed by some citrusy grapefruit like elements and the finish and aftertaste is predominated by a hoppy bitterness that lingers . mouthfeel light to medium bodied with light yet consistant carbonation . as smooth as an ipa can be . drinkability aftertaste is more lingering than other strong hop wise ipas . the lack of a crisp finish makes it incredibly tiring . after half a glass it has the same taste from beginning of one quaff to the beginning of the next aftertaste included . a decent ipa but it does n t really make much of an impression either good or bad except in the initial smell . it feels . lethargic . i d rather spend my money on sierra nevada or stone .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to schen for this one . poured from a ml corked and caged bottle into a cantillon tulip . most recent vintage . pours flat with a layer of big white bubbles from the pour that dissipates quickly . beer is a clear goldenrod with a slight orange hue . no lace . decent . nose is surprisingly funky . sharp cheesiness mixed with strawberry puree and stinky wood . some cobwebs and a pungent fruit tartness round out the experience . a very pleasant surprise . opens very tart strawberry puree . intense sourness in the middle with very little else . a bit yeasty towards the middle . cobwebs and straw . end is more tartness . finish is acidic with some citrus . aftertaste is dry tart and a touch yeasty . very singular . light to medium bodied with little to no carbonation . oily slick and filmy in the mouth and goes down sharp and dry . dry finish with a lingering aftertaste . very good . this beer is a success on every levels except for the taste . great funk aroma and a mouthfeel that is exactly what i d expect from the style . however the flavor profile here is very one sided . worth a try and probably even worth aging to see what happens a while down the line .,aroma,0.9,1
aroma chocolate barley toffee alcohol bready some esters and hops . appearance pour pitch black of course . one finger very dark head . decent lacing and impressive retention . flavor sweet chocolate grainy barley oats coffee . i m having a hard time detecting any hops whatsoever . very slight bitter in the aftertaste but nothing identifiable . mouthfeel full bodied almost chewy . nice and oily . alcohol tingles the tongue . slight carbonation . overall nice sweet grainy taste . lacking in balance due to the trace amount of bitter elements . i hate to say this but it s too drinkable for an imperial stout . could have been much more bold . note i could not ignore that this brew smelled and tasted of spent gunpowder . definitely reminded me of a morning at the sporting clays range . it was n t really a bad thing but it was just very curious .,aroma,0.9,1
i just about busted a nut getting the cork off in one piece.ahh make that several pieces that did n t fall back into the bottle . but after a long and arduos process the cork was successfully removed. poured a dark brown . relatively clear.absolutely no head . mouthfeel is very uncarbonated.i love the nose . molasses . .brown sugar . .dark fruits plums dates even burgandy cherries .a bit of oak . just an awesome smelling beer. the flavors are similar to the nose but much more tame . .dark fruits . molasses . oak . good taste to this . my biggest complaint is the loose mothfeel . very uncabonated which gives it almost a watery texture . seems almost thin . overall the nose is great and the taste is very good but the body leaves something to be desired.definitely worth trying . i wo n t be buying any more though . .,aroma,1.0,1
a nice cloudy copper with a light ring of a head very faint floral hops on the nose initial biting hops with a light malt backbone . had a lingering bitterness in the mouth after the medium bodied brew . good hop belches afterward very drinkable one of the best squatters had to offer,aroma,0.6,1
had this on tap at zinc in greenwood village inside the doubletree . boy was i disappointed . i am a hophead and i might as well have ordered a lite beer . no hoppiness at all very bitter and a poor lingering aftertaste . my travelling companion could not even finish his . this is an f in my book .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a light golden color out of the new old bottle not much of a difference from the old mich light but there is a hint of more maltiness . smells like nothing water at the most tastes lacking to say the least slight malt and hop note but not much of anything else mouthfeel is average drinkability is high just cause you could drink it all day long and nothing would happen to you .,aroma,0.3,0
poured from a ounce bottle into a pilsner glass . a pours very light with copious bubbles and a very fine head two fingers . s this beer smells like skunk . i ve heard of skunky beers but this truly epitomizes the description . as my nose acclimates it smells a little better with grass and herbs dominating . t thank the gods it tastes better than it smells . grassy crisp grainy good . it reminds me of grolsch but better . mildly sweet but always light . the aftertaste resurrects a bit of the skunkiness but in a much pleasanter manner . m as mentioned before hofbru is light crisp and refreshing . the carbonation is pleasant and not overdone . d very drinkable . the relative lightness of this beer combined with its crispness go down easy . however i just ca n t get past the godsawful smell .,aroma,0.3,0
from notes pours a hazy golden yellow color with a thin fizzy half finger white head that immediately disappears leaving only the smallest spots of lacing . surprisingly hoppy aroma for the style with a prominent earthy pine presence as well as hints of citrus and tropical . i m picking up pine needle grapefruit and lemon peel as well as some faint malt but not many characteristics of a wheat beer . slight bread yeast and citrus fruit but not much in the way of spice clove . it smells great just not like a wheat beer . medium bodied with a good balance of earthy and citrus hops crisp light fruit citrus peel and spice . there is some earthy pine needle and citrus tropical fruit notes from the hops but it is n t as hop forward as the aroma suggests . the wheat beer characteristics are much more prevalent in the palate and flavor . good balance of bread yeast citrus peel and clove notes . clean crisp and easy drinking with a slightly dry finish .,aroma,0.9,1
sampled at the harmon brewery . this one has a hazy orange color with very minimal aroma . it s smooth and malty with very little hop presence . it comes across very sessionable although some more hoppiness and or bitterness would be nice . all in all a nice smooth beer .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark brown with nice ruby highlights . a small white head forms and a nice continual stream of carbonation winds up from the bottom of the glass . the aroma is sweet with malt and touches of brown sugar . to be honest the aroma is the worst part of this beer because i love the taste . this seems to be a theme for me with long trail beers i wonder why . the first thing i taste is brown sugar . this firms up into a beautiful malt backbone that has definite caramel highlights . the aftertaste hits almost as hard as the beer itself with the same malt composition . even though all the tastes i ve described are sweet smells the beer itself is n t very sweet at all . this is a great attribute sweet beers tend to be off putting to me . the tastes are there without the cloying sweetness . this beer really surprised me in a good way . i was n t expecting much but this is a really great session ale that goes down easily and is never offensive .,aroma,0.6,1
oz yellow can . it pours a dull orangeish gold . it has a foamy white head . the smell is garbage smells like orange medicine . the flavor is similar but with some hoppy bitterness . this stuff is almost gag worthy such a bad flavor . awful . avoid .,aroma,0.2,0
tastes are brown sugars sediment fake caramel vegetable hops and tastes paper apple pits kooky bitterness onion rings malt extract beef sirloin gravy plastic tubes green tea gingery spice pickled pears medicine and rotten fruit . not my forte .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to dan and jon from the full pint for sharing this with me . a dark brown small head nice lacing . s beautiful candy sugar sweetness comes through . strong scents of fruits and caramel sweetness . this smells amazing . t the taste is good not great . yet . malty fruity and a lot of other flavors come through this . i think it needs some time in the cellar before it s opened . m kind of light on the tongue maybe a medium body to it . with the booziness of the taste and the complex and sugary smell of it i thought it d be a lot thicker and chewier than it is . d the booze is pretty present i think if it s given some time to mellow out it can be a very tasty beer . it s not bad now but it will be much better later .,aroma,1.0,1
ounce bottle . served in a nonic pint glass the beer pours a clear orange amber color with a half inch fizzy off white head that went away pretty quickly . not much lacing at all . aroma is very strong and spicy mostly like cinnamon and cloves but with some nutmeg ginger and pumpkin noticable too . i can taste all the spices and pumpkin but for whatever reason the taste does n t live up to what this brew smells like . it s a lot weaker tasting than i thought it would be at least compared to the aroma anyway . mouthfeel body is medium it s a bit slick with low carbonation . drinkability is ok enough . it s a decent pumpkin ale but not one of my favorites . i think it s worth trying i would n t turn one down .,aroma,0.9,1
a black with a tan head about cm in height . good retention . s fruity molassesy smell that is quite fruity . not exactly what i d expect for a imperial stout t dark chocolates roasted malts and a coffee bitterness at the end . fusel alcohol at th eend which is expected . god but not bang in the flavours . m thick as fuck . almost perfect . d decently drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle best by . the bottle gushes some when opened . it pours a golden copper with a huge frothy off white head that retains well and leaves a little lacing . the aroma is grainy and corny with a little spicy alcohol and some dms . the flavor is grainy and metallic with some grassy hop bitterness at the finish . the mouthfeel is medium bodied with loads of sharp carbonation that mellows into wateriness towards the end of the bottle . overall this was not very good and was very much like a macro beer with a little extra zing . it s not offensive just pretty bland with a few ok aspects and a few off aspects .,aroma,0.3,0
from the local mitra liquor shop shared with papaeugene look the beer pours a dark brown black color with a nice brown head smell a bit light . coffee malts and some salty licorice . taste wow so much better than what could be expected based on the smell . full flavors of coffee salty licorice soy sauce dark chocolate with a very creamy aftertaste . perfectly in balance mouthfeel a bit thin for the style medium carbonation overall what a great example of the style nice and balanced . full flavored with only the basic beer ingredients .,aroma,0.7,1
worst pumpkin beer i ve ever had and that s saying something since i ve also had buffalo bills . looks fine orange gold color with white head . a sniff of this beer assaulted my olfactory senses harsh abrasive spices smelled less like pumpkin pie and more like a blend of cleaning supplies and toilet pucks . the smell was possibly the worst attempt at getting me to sip a beer . ever . but sip i did since i paid six bucks for it on tap . but the taste followed in the smell s footsteps and had an oddly sour component that just did n t work with the spices . watery body and high carbonation rounded out this undrinkable brew . so sip i stopped and ordered another rr temptation instead . this is a drain pour .,aroma,0.2,0
who s leg are you humping . pours a off yellow color with a mostly cloudy appearance . needed a little help with the pour but provided a bubbly white head . pour retention and lacing . the nose is off . some citrus and a tone of off phenolic aromas . not much on the malt backing but some wheat and lighter bready notes . some spicy notes and a bit of banana but limited . lighter sour notes as well as oxidation . there is just a off yeast note that is not good . the taste is similar . the wheat comes out more with a nicer balance and a good bite on the end . the hops are limited but finish with a citrus almost orangey finish . some lighter banana and some belgian qualities from the yeast . the spices back off but there are still some off oxidation cardboard flavors that are offsetting . the body is light to mid with some depth . carbonation is light . overall this is a very limited wheat beer . some hints of wit some hints of hefe and some hints of american wheat and some hints of infection . hmm .,aroma,0.4,0
just arrived in texas vintage . served in a wide mouthed val dieu chalice . the pour results in a somewhat hazy brown beer with a small head on top that fades quickly . aroma is rich and complex sweet sticky maltiness rich in caramel accompanied by a ripe fruitiness and a good deal of citrusy hops . i do n t detect any oakiness . flavor has much of the same but . the oak is much more prominent in the flavor somewhat to the detriment of the beer . strong fusel alcohols blend with the oakiness to detract from the drinkability . i found this beer to be out of balance and not very pleasant to finish .,aroma,0.9,1
video review at http . v ql n agg y appearance clear golden finger head excellent lacing aroma hop oil banana lemon citrus hibiscus buttery biscuit dry floral notes hint of pine flavor medium body earthiness dirt grapefruit pine cup cake icing sweetness banana bready malts lemon rind medium carbonation mild bitterness pairings fried shrimp brew pairing buttery dough on the shrimp balances this brew well,aroma,0.9,1
available on tap at the brewpub . second pint make sure to instruct them to forget the lemon pours very pale yellow . there is no head none . very highly carbonated as per their entire product line which gives an afterburn . a little aroma of wheat malt even faint bubblegum . thin mouthfeel and closer to flour in there . a drop of lemon and astringency and this was the pint without the added lemon slice i did n t drink the traditional one . sweetish otherwise .,aroma,0.7,1
amazing deep red colour . it s almost as if kool aid were beer . the head also has a pinkish tinge . the smell is probably the poorest part of the whole thing i ve heard the beer s flavour compared to drinking cough syrup and in the case of the smell the comparison almost works . however the taste has a delightfully strong cherry flavour with the ale trailing along behind . feels nice and smooth over the palate and can be drunk to a point .,aroma,0.6,1
got this because it was from great divide makes yeti and because of the name . appearance poured into a tulip pint and did n t see any foam forming so i poured faster . apparently bridget does n t give head or not much . dark reddish color . smell best part of this beer . distinct olive smell bit of sweetness and otherwise malts . the malt smell increases as the beer warms . i do n t recall ever smelling olives on a beer before and it s nice . taste not bad but not great . that olive smell only translates a little to the taste . normal coffee and roasted malt stout porter taste decently balanced with a minor contribution from the alcohol . stronger bitter aftertaste than the flavor would suggest . mouthfeel a little thinner than it could be but the carbonation comes out in the mouth helping it along . drinkability i d only have one of these at a time partly due to the aftertaste .,aroma,1.0,1
an okay looking beer with a good head . not much of a smell . slightly nutty and slightly sweet . meh so far . the mouthfeel was creamy like an o fest should be . soft on the tongue . it was drinkable but i would not be enticed to have another . this beer seemed a little off for a marzen .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle purchased somewhere in ma . poured into an imperial pint glass formed a beige head over the cloudy golden amber brew . what head there is quickly just a swirl with lots of legs but fleeting lace . aroma is whoa grapefruit . taste starts almost syrupy sweet strong citrus in the middle and then goes boozy at the close . mouthfeel is smooth although a bit rocky at times when the alcohol rears its head and drinkability is good as well . nice brew maybe a bit over the top but for an anniversary brew you do what you have to .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle dipped in purple wax . no date . poured into a standard pint glass . i ll first start off by saying this is not at all what i expect from a dubbel but it s a beer . nice color similar to iced tea very hazy decent head leaving bubbles that stick around not too much lacing but it s present . lots of sediment floating around . smells good lots of candied sugars up front . first sip was very sweet almost sour . very tangy . but to me it becomes more balanced as i get into it . i m picking up lots of sweet fruits like apricots and peaches . alcohol is slightly noticeable finished warm and dry for the most part . mouthfeel is nice good amount of carbonation light and smooth medium bodied . drinkability is average although i m digging it the sweetness can catch up to you . one s perfect . candi man is a hot mess but i like it . maybe a slap in the face to the style but as a beer in general it s alright . definitely interesting and worth a try .,aroma,0.8,1
beer poured from bottle into a tulip shaped glass a small white head formed after beer pour dissipated rather quickly some visible carbonation to go with the clear golden pumpkin colored body s smells like san pellegrino bitter aperitif beverage light frizzy and slightly club soda ish with a touch of pumpkin t tastes like pumpkin pie way more explosive taste than smell probably the best imbalance of smell and taste i ve experienced thus far cinnamon slight soapy taste citrus nutmeg at the start of the sip and washes away very quickly m slightly effervescent pumpkin pie aftertaste not much else to report d alright beer could have used more nose to entice my senses i actually got real excited about this beer and was let down after taking a deep deep whiff of nothing way more taste than scent to this beer,aroma,0.4,0
big thanks ostrungt for a wonderful package including two of these puppies . looks awesome . cloudy peachy dark orange . dense body attempts to stifle the ehavy carbonation like a war in the center of the glass . very thin foam with patchy islands on the surface . also a thin but universal coat of lacing on the glass walls . aroma is overwhelming with citrusy peach essence of hop . so sweet and spicy very cali . what i expected in an amplified mouthwatering fashion . i usually sniff for seconds but this beer merits much more nasal enjoyment . frank is a sweet and pungent hop monster . a malty and sweet body with slight anise and peach liqueur which sets up a thick carrier for the fresh n tasty hops . the green flower s flavor is not as extreme as i expected but the heavy grain sweetness pushes this beer into barleywine territory . complexity is great and sets the scene for a nice sipper . weather is a bit too warm for something that reds my face up like frank. the next one is in order for a cooler connecticut night . gt hopmonster . .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance pours a clear gold copper color . minimal to no head . smell lightly sweetened aroma . light wheat scent . taste large wheaty notes . slight sour . grainy with medium carbonation . mouthfeel thin carbonated . overall light drinkable . not a stand out shiner but still proud to be a fan .,aroma,0.4,0
as a beer lover i was extremely dissapppointed in this brew . quite honestly this may be one of the worst tasting beers i have ever had . in fact most of it was dumped down the drain . the appearance was the only thing saitsfying about it . smell was bitter and skunky . taste well like sucking on an old peice of rubber or something . numbing feel on the tongue bitter grassy flavor . the should be ashamed to call this beer .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass at low altitude . a very good looking beer pours a two finger cream colored head with nice retention and quite a bit of lacing . the beer itself is a completely transparent light amber . s honestly just smells like apricot candy not the faintest scent of beer here . t initially i did n t get as much apricot flavor as i expected not a bad thing . the first few sips started out with a malty flavor with an artificial tasting apricot finish . however as i drank a few more sips the apricot flavor lingered and overpowered most of the beer taste . m medium bodied and dry . about what you d expect from a pale ale . d i like to keep my fruit juices separate from my beer .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into pint glass a white head that does n t last very long at all . cloudy peach sweet tea coloring for those of you down south golden orange ish . s very fruity golden raisins prune and honey . t sweet like the smell . a grapefruit taste with a warming alcohol presence but not strong . very sweet though . tastes similar to a lambic . m fairly thick mouthfeel when it first hits your tongue then gets lighter . d not too highly drinkable because of the sweetness and the medium bodied mouthfeel but it grows on you . notes at first this beer was n t tasting too good to me but it grew on me . tastes almost like a lambic . i m not sure if my bottle was a little undercarbonated but compared to some other reviews it seemed to not be as light and had little head . however it was a very interesting beer .,aroma,0.9,1
beer has a one to two finger head that dissipates quickly . mouthfeel is v ery sharp heavy carbonation for an imperial . the taste is very strong espresso and hops . mellows into a wonderful complex aftertase that makes the stout exceptional . majpr flavors of mocha nuts hops and caramel . make sure to serve rom temperature . this is by far my favoite imperial stout a stout lovers beer .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a light brown with a reddish tint it dosnt have much of a scent to it except for a slight cirtus . it has an initial lemon flavor that quickly pairs up with fresh bread and finishes light and flavorful i d say that the early american colonists got it right and i m saddened that beers like these didnt stick around as much as they deserve,aroma,0.6,1
poured into th weizen glass pours only finger of off white head . fades down a bit leaving no lace . color is a hazy golden orange . a lot of active carbonation bubbles in the glass . aroma cloves and sweet spice notes . seems to have some ginger . wheat and banana flavors . maybe a random touch of coconut . taste this one is way off . the flavors are so muted here . wheat and grassy hops . a small amount of bananas . maybe some cloves . but all so light . mouthfeel crisp and creamy . medium bodied with a medium amount of carbonation . ends with a bland aftertaste that i am not enjoying . overall this one just did n t hit the spot for me . not too many solid flavors in the taste . just seemed to be off . i do n t really want to finish the rest of this bottle .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle pours out a light goden color slightly hazed . i finger head leaves a bit of sticky lacing all the way down . smells slightly sweet grassy and floral notes some fruit maybe . pleasant enough but nothing spectacular . taste is more impressive . this is not a monster hopped west coast ipa . it s more closely related to the comparatively subdued english style . like most of deschutes brews it s got a great hop flavor but restrained bitterness . nice malt backdrop really balances things out . this is in fact a terrific feat of balance not only between malt and hops but between hop varieties . i detect american crystal and cascade hops but there seem to also be some european noble varieties as well . this produces a nice broad well rounded hop profile . green wet flavor . nice . nobody blends hop varieties better than deschutes . can something have a creamy and watery mouthfeel at the same time . this seems to . finishes clean . ideal carbonation level . very very easy to drink . i could drink this like water . this is probably not what a hardcore hophead expects in an ipa . it is however an extremely well balanced and flavorful brew that pleasures the palate and refreshes the tongue . great beer .,aroma,0.6,1
the julius was served in it s own tulip glass . you get a nice large head that fades slowly . julius has a misty dark orange colour . the odour is very sour fruity and i could also discover light malt and sweet hop . the smell is very overwhelming and aggressive . it has a bitter taste that reminds of orange peels . not so very special as that is what the brewery uses to flavour the beer . and a fresh malt taste . a dry bitter aftertaste that lingers on for a long time . ut vivat crescat floreat .,aroma,0.6,1
pours out a nice amber copper color with a thick off white head that settles in to a very thin halo . a definitive malty smoky scent with maybe a hint of apple lurking . the flavor was exactly what the scent promised smoky malty taste a bit earthy with a little apple bite . mouthfeel was nice a little lighter than i was expecting a little more watery than i had expected . the overall drinkability just was n t there though . after having one i felt that i was in no hurry for a second one . a good unique brew but i ca n t see drinking it on a regular basis .,aroma,0.9,1
found this single odd bowling pin shaped ml brown bottle at the binny s in plainfield il for . . it had a little blurb on the label about how to enjoy this beer but there was no freshness date to be found . the beer poured a really dark brown color but not quite black with ruby red tinting when held to light . it made a nice finger off white foamy head that dissipated rather quickly leaving only a minimal amount of lacing . the smell had a nice rich chocolate and vanilla bean aroma to it but left me wondering where s the coffee . it did n t take long to get my answer to that question . fron the first sip this beer oozes with coffee flavor . so much so that now i ca n t pick up any of the chocolate or vanilla flavors that i got in the smell . the coffee flavor was strong but i did n t like it all that well . it had both a sour and tart flavor to it . it reminded me of cold leftover bitter coffee that i decided to finish hours after i made it . many reviewers liked it though so make your own judgement as to the taste . i thought the mouthfeel was the worst part about this beer . it was totally thin and watery unlike any good porter i ever had . the carbonation was at an ok medium level but the aftertaste was bitter and sour . the . abv is n t that noticable so it s easy to drink if you like the flavor but since i did n t much care for the flavor it was n t all that drinkable for me . i ll pass on this one .,aroma,0.8,1
poured rigorously into a pint glass . a tiny head resulted that fizzled out right away . aroma is kind of like dandelions a little soap in there too . taste is crisp right away a taste of apples . sweet apples . a very light body . no real hop flavor lingers just a pinch of floral undertones . this is a decent gluten free beer . definitely more drinkable than others i have come across .,aroma,0.4,0
pored into a pint glass from the year . a very clear golden color resembles your typical mass brewery look of a small head that dissipates quickly no real lacing . s this surprised me in a bad way . at first could not smell any strawberry just a typical smell for a light lager . after the head dissipated i could smell the strawberry flavor which had a bit of a sickly sweet smell to it . t this is so much better than the first two categories . the strawberry is not overpowering and the wheat comes across in a great way . this is refreshing and flavorful which surprised me as when i first had this beer several years ago i found it sickly sweet and something i could not stomach . much improved in . m not too heavy or light goes down almost like a soda . great feeling in the mouth . d overall effect even though this is not my favorite kind of beer it is easy to see why it is such a hit in the south . for a good low price this is definitely one to pick up when you see it since it is a limited release .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a bloody mess . . beautiful color deep dark amber with beautiful smelling hops and some nice plumy undertones . hard to drink too many very heavy and it lets you know . first time i had this i was not impressed but after further review this is a kickass beer and not for the weary . give it a shot just do n t drink too many .,aroma,1.0,1
i drank quite of few of these over the past few months and i can say that i ve never been disappointed . quite a nice looking beer straw gold foam for a brief moment but nothing out of this world . i do n t recall anything out of the ordinary about the smell certainly not anything negative that others have noted . i do n t mind the flavour but a friend who tried it when i first brought it home was immediately turned off by it . a good brew to have now and again but nothing to die for .,aroma,0.6,1
a this looks like dehydrated human pee after a long night of drinking.the color of this brew reminds me of the color of soco . s sweet glourous hops the smell is driving me to create a dessert recipe in my mind.green hops fresh like they just came off the bush . t tart and funky that lingers on and on and on . m smooth with medium carbination that lingers on . d i could drink this on cast on a regualer bases . god bless the cast .,aroma,1.0,1
a hazy golden yellow with about an inch and a half of head that disappeared quickly . little to no lacing . s smell of yeast and coriander that gives way to banana . t taste not as complex as the smell but still pleasing . yeast and malt with a sweet overtone that leads to a dry finish of cloves . m active and dry . rather thin but leaves the mouth feeling coated . d very drinkable yet not as complex or fulfilling as what i was expecting based on the smell . a second review without the yeast being poured into the glass seems to be in order .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a typical sort of reddish brown i do n t like heads leaves some lacing . smell smells sort of adjunct y a little underlying sweet smell to it as well with a hint of graininess . tastes like a lager that was left on the cooker a little longer than most with an underlying sweetness to it the honey presence is not strong but it s there . i suppose that s better than it being overpowering . it s not that unpleasant off sweet you get with some honey lagers either nice and subtle . to the untrained beer drinker it could be easily compared to an american macro . it s actually very smooth the carbonation is at a good balance . it does n t hurt to drink nor is it flat . the bottom line i paid a dollar for this oz . can and that s a damn good price for what you get but i always try to push price aside when reviewing a beer and focus on quality . as far as quality goes for this beer it s decent . give it a try you might enjoy it . much love,aroma,0.4,0
aroma more of a dry bread yeast scent than a typical wheat like a kvass gone wrong . not really any robust fruity or clovelike scent this is an unappetizing smelling beer . mouthfeel it is pretty well carbonated to suit the style otherwise kind of watery without any real body . appearance poured to nice head initially with large bubbles due to high carbonation but quickly dissipated . a pale straw color with a minimal amount of haze from yeast . taste bit of an off citrus twang possibly maybe a bit of banana like hints in the finish . sort of doughy . not sure what exactly is off here it s a mix of bland and unpleasant . drinkability due to bad taste and aftertaste i d prefer not to have many . overall i ca n t say that it s the worst beer i ve had but it is n t a very good wheat . it s not the only reason i reviewed it online but i d already written this out in my personal reviews i saw how high of marks it had received here and sought to offer a differing viewpoint . i like wheat beer a lot i just do n t like this one .,aroma,0.2,0
downtown is a deep mahogany a lot like sam smith s nut brown . the head is a light beige that sustains as just a lacing . it s bubbly not dense or frothy . a real thick aromatic of molasses and strong toasted malts . there s an apparent sticky oaked caramel that s for sure enticing . taste is similar to an oktoberfest the malt character specifically but with compliments of brown sugar . there s a bit of cinnamon that hangs around the same woody caramel that s in the nose . the middle is not so robust in fact it seems to thin out . the aftertaste is all but harsh but has a short hue of pine and coffee . it s a pretty hefty carbonation that keeps pungent flavors from being piercing see dfh s palo santo maron . this brown has some weight to it but that s the nature of the type .,aroma,1.0,1
i really enjoyed this brewery s heather ale fraoch so i thought i d give this a try . the history on the label says this one was drunk during autumn festivals so i m a season off but oh well . freshness date of april . beer pours a dark mysterious ruby . only by holding it to a strong light did i find some color . head is thick and tan almost guinness like but it falls quickly . resusitates well upon agitating . thin lacing that does n t cling . intriguing aroma . smoke berry oat and barley . bit of hops just barely . my first inclination is to let this warm a bit and so i did . after lovely things just starting popping out of the woodwork . the previous scents were joined by cola nut coffee dark chocolate floral notes and spice . very nice . one is struck upon tasting first by the dryness of it . like its fraoch sibling this one has a crisp wine like essence to it . not nearly as sweet as you d expect although i ve never had elderberry so i m not sure if they re sweet or not . mouth feel is thin but silky and other than a lingering of barley and oat on the palate it finishes clean . not as striking on the tongue as in the nose but good all the same . this would be a good compliment to a cooler evening where stouts and porters are being served . in fact if you do n t normally like the more robust stouts you might enjoy this as it seems to take on the best characteristics of a fine stout without some of the harshness bitterness of the style . slainte .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance is a light amber with a moderate pale white head . the scent is excellent and strong with a bouquet of citrus . the taste is more subdued . hops are most prominent with a tart grapefruit flavor and a slight bitterness but the malts are not totally pushed away it s pretty well balanced . mouthfeel seemed ordinary . this would make a good starter beer for those wanting to move toward the hoppy end of the scale .,aroma,0.9,1
draft poured into a mini pint glass rye you so pale . ale is apparently a new rye ale and had just recently acquired its name in a facebook contest . i was really excited about this one but was immensely let down . im about certain that the beer i was served was either a beer that was mispoured from an earlier order left out and then given to me to save costs or could have been a bad batch altogether but a review is a review . a pours a copper amber hue with a larger white foam head very tight bubbles and a really nice retention . s aroma is grainy along with grapefruit citrus notes and subtle floral hoppiness . pretty good so far . t m how did it taste . flat and warm . the lack of carbonation is what really surprised me since the head was so much more prominent than on the other beers but the temperature was a dead ringer that it might be a bad beer . ive had non carbonated beers before ive even had beers recommended to be served at room temperature but this didnt seem the type . my waitress seemed busy so i neglected to ask for a replacement . regardless i would hate to think i might be served an old stagnant beer and if it truly was a spoiled keg then someone should have pulled it long before it got to me so i went on with the tasting . there was some more of the grapefruit citrus and even some light watermelon fruitiness but it was really hard to keep it down with the lack of carbonation and warm temperature . i imagine it would have been very refreshing had it been cold and fresh but if this was the intended condition then id advise strongly to steer clear . thebeeralmanac.com,aroma,0.7,1
let me just say right off the bat that i am a hop head i definitely love american ipa and specifically west coast style ipa which fits because thats exactly what this beer is called . needless to say by the grade i gave it it lives up to its name . i drank this one straight out of the bottle so i could n t tell exactly what it looks like but i like the label simple and definitive which is always a good thing . the smell of this beer is exactly what i would expect out of a west coast style ipa the floral aroma comes through very solidly along with the bite from the piney scent . just very fresh in general and entices you to indulge after a long deep smell . the taste does not dissapoint after the strong smell . it has an intense spicy flavor they used a ton of hops but instead of trying to balance the hop bitterness with some maltiness they used a few different kinds of hops in the beer citrus flavor hits me pretty well along with the pine i smelled initially . the flower aroma did n t manifest itself as much as in the smell but that is definitely no detriment to the flavor at all . this beer every feels good in my mouth its not super smooth or anything but that spiciness in the taste has a distinct feel when its in your mouth almost a tingly feeling before you swallow it which i think is pretty standard with any decent ipa . i found this beer very drinkable but i also want to reiterate that i love ipa in general and i can drink dipa all night . this beer was exactly what i expected and wanted it to be it does not dissapoint as an ipa and i recommend it to anyone who is looking to find a perfect beer for some spicy curry .,aroma,1.0,1
i ve had this beer on tap at monk s cafe in philadelphia but when i saw this beer at my local shop i decided to give it a try and see how it compares to the draft version . from the bottle the beer a medium reddish brown with ruby highlights and a is more carbonated than i ve had on tap . this keeps feeding the head making it fluffy as well as accentuate the fruity and acidic aromas . also in the smell is a medicinal plasticy phenol aroma that was somewhat unpleasant . the ale has cherry flavors and acidity not unlike a kriek with a light spritzy body and active carbonation . it was very refreshing almost like a soft drink .,aroma,0.6,1
the late spring seasonal from lake superior . i must have got some of the final bottles before they move their next rotator onto the market . light brown with a thin though persistent head . tea and toffee aromas are pleasant and well balanced . the flavor and mouthfeel are thin the nuttiness is so slight as to be almost absent and the flavors do n t really develop into anything beyond a watery slurp . there s a lingering bitterness that does n t really mesh with the other flavors or textures as well . seven bridges named after the road at the northern end of skyline parkway in duluth is both inoffensive and unremarkable . stick with their more impressive offerings .,aroma,0.7,1
thick head but its gone in a minute or two . golden color with lots of carbonation . smell is kind of gross . skunky and rank . taste kind of like olde english . sour and bitter but neither of these in a good way . did n t want another one . didnt even want to finish this one . i m now suspicious of latvian beers although i see the porter by this same brewery is pretty highly rated .,aroma,0.2,0
version thanks to kickinthechalice for bringing this back from mi for me pours out a thick viscous deep somewhat murky yet vaguely clear brown with red highlights . smells heavenly a brilliant blend of maple syrup caramel toffee figs burnt sugar and bourbon . just a hint of booziness at the end . tastes a lot like it smells however the bourbon is much more prevalent than the other flavors you get hints of the caramel figgy malty deliciousness present in the nose but they re largely overpowered by the bourbon . hopefully a little time will cause this one to mellow out . mouthfeel is great viscous without being sticky . despite the lack of foam there s enough carbonation . i ca n t wait to see what a little time does for this . i can easily imagine it improving with a bit of age .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle into nonic pint glass . a murky dark brown with garnet highlights on the edges . two fingers of off white head rise with decent retention . decent lacing left behind . s wow great aroma here . immediately there is a lot of pineapple and coconut aroma making it clear that this has been barrel aged . bourbon is present in small amounts mingling with generous doses of butterscotch and vanilla . lots of stuff going on here . t big butterscotch and vanilla flavor are the first flavors to hit the palate . the tropical fruits from the nose come in mid palate with more emphasis on the coconut . late palate the alcohol peeks through a bit with a clear bourbon like note . minor bitterness . coconut carries on into the aftertaste with slight alcohol astringency and a hint of wood . m carbonation is moderate to low and at a great level . unfortunately this light side of medium body is n t working well for the brew . it seems very thin on the palate and does n t allow enough time for these rich flavors to linger . this brew needs a much fuller body . d certainly better than dirty bastard the barrel aging has done good things for this beer but even barrel aging ca n t make a medicore beer great . the biggest flaw is with the body which just is n t working for a huge wee heavy . overall a rich and complex beer .,aroma,1.0,1
bb end dec . nice presentation with good and lasting head and golden clowdy beer . nose is nightmare being unbelievably stong in bad koreander very sulphuric rotten oranges and some hospital nose . taste is sour with it but as bad as nose is . very strong hospital taste and ca n t drink anymore then two tiny sips . worst expierience since long time .,aroma,0.2,0
pours to a light copper amber with a quickly dying small head . it does n t have a whole lot of aroma but you can detect some malts . i do n t mean to be vulgar but there seems to be an unmistakable piss odor about it . anyway the beer is all malt which is a leap for a b but it lacks flavor . mild carbonation and some hint of malts are all you really get out of this one if you are not turned away by the aroma .,aroma,0.3,0
i actually like the presentationofthis like theold style label . slightly darker golden than miller high life but with the same pure white small bubbly head . again the aroma is slightly stronger and seems to ontain some maltiness.but its mostly very grassy . the taste is rather plain but seems to have a bit of body and a slight taste of real malts some small hop bittering in the aftertaste . nice mouthfeel actually quite thick for a macro . this is drinkable enough mainlly because the carbonation is subdued compared to other miller products.but really for a th anniversary beer i expected more .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance copper no head no carbonation smell a bit skunky salt unsweetened toffee malt taste better than the smell light hops tea leaves a bit of tobacco mouthfeel clean smooth a biiter bite for a finish drinkability i had to double check this one to see if it was my preference or just the style . after doing so it is not the style it is the beer . i think there are way better english pale ales . this one just missed my palate on every level . i get bitter just not a lot of taste thereafter . those that like dry hoppy bitter beers should give this a shot but i for one would rather have a fuller s london pride,aroma,0.2,0
i am reviewing a ml can of holsten maibock in a pilsener glass best before date is december . a the beer looks to be a deeper yellow color kind of like a light bronze . there was initially about fingers worth of head but it had dwindled down to a mm covering within about minutes leaving a very small amount of lacing that was very linear . it is pretty . s the smell is mostly citrusy and a very tiny bit smoky . something about the smell turns me off there s something a little fetid there . it s horrible to say this but the off smell reminds me of alberta genuine draft which brings to mind beer induced vomiting . it is n t horrible just the presence of an unexpected and not too enjoyable element . t the initial taste i get is metallic probably to do with how long it s been sitting around in the can . this is followed by sweetness then a little zing from the hops . carbonation is pretty low alcohol is not really that obviated . it is there but it is a background hum . this stuff is pretty good . m kind of beefy my first expectations were for this to be light but this stuff hangs around in the mouth for a little while . kinda creamy at the very very end . d this stuff is as smooth as the festbock the only other holsten product i can get . this is n t overly intrusive and is very cool for a higher alcohol beer that is relatively inexpensive as well . i could see myself drinking this in the future if only to supplement the festbock . although the smell is not very nice you get used to it after a couple sips .,aroma,0.4,0
a pitch black with small tan head that leaves nice creamy rings of lace . s bitter coaco deep chocolate and coffee tones dark fruits like raisins and prunes earthy notes of hops in the back . t hoppier than expected for a porter . nice chocolate up front dark fruit raisins in the middle and a bitter coffee in the finish . earthy floral hops stay on the breath . m medium body creamy but hop bite in finish leaves mouth dry . d this is a sipper and the hops is a little odd in the style . overall pretty good .,aroma,1.0,1
color is a very unique reddish orange . it s cloudy making it look like a slightly watered down tomato juice . no head carbonation looks subtle . the nose is amazingly sweet . it does n t even smell like beer just fresh ripe cherries or cherry pie . i can stick my nose in the snifter and breathe in all day . the taste is sweet and cider like at first then becoming more sour as a tart cherry flavor lingers . alcohol is low but there is definitely a strong acidity that you can feel as this beer makes its way to the stomach . i have to note that the taste improves nicely over time it softens up and becomes sweeter . the mouthfeel is light with tiny carbonation . i was n t sure about the drinkablility at first but nearing the end of the glass i was surely ready for another . excellent .,aroma,1.0,1
batch . . uncontrollable full hand of dark tan head . creamy on top but sudsy in the middle . deep brown body . kinda metallic smelling with some orange maybe spice . not good . taste on the other hand is a different story . the orange tang but riding on something that s between an ris and a dunkel lager . which you would think would just be a stout but it s not . alt is not actually the first thing that comes to mind . there s coffee and some spice cinnamon maybe and orange rindy and a bit of chocolate . much nicer than the smell . mouthfeel is incredibly smooth not too foamy in spite of the massive frothing on the pour . if it were n t for the smell this would be great . as it is it s still pretty good .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at the west coast barrel aged beer fest in the bistro poured into the tulip taster glass for the event . dark brown beer with hints of orange at the edge of the glass with minimal head . not much lacing from swirling the beer around and carbonation seems light but decent for a high abv beer . nose is very complex sweet stone fruits nectarines peaches and plums a bit of the the pit of the stone fruit woody and sour funk . however the taste was very disappointing with a distinct stone fruit puree like taste dominating any sourness perceived in the nose . a little too sweet and not enough funk or bitterness to balance it . decent medium bodied beer with light carbonation but the taste really disappointed .,aroma,0.9,1
pre filled growler with shrink wrap around the neck . the beer pours out a dark brown with hints of red . unfortunately it is completely flat . not a hint of a bubble to be found . i ll ding the mouthfeel for that . this one was aged in jd barrels and there is a definite whiskey note on the nose . quite a bit of oak and vanilla . taste is slightly sour probably from the oak aging . a bit of earthy smokiness comes through . vanilla notes also linger a bit on the aftertaste . the mouthfeel is sorely disappointing . not a bubble to be found and unlike some stronger beers this one does n t drink like sherry . i think this had promise and may have been better in the past but it is quite the disappointment now particularly since i paid for the growler .,aroma,0.8,1
this pours a very bright golden color with a large head with good retention and it leaves nice lacing on the glass . the aroma is really strong with belgian spices and sweet fruit . the flavor was sweet and very fruity . lots of flavor . spicy from the yeast . the body was medium and it s smooth to drink . i actually liked the . . better but this is still a great brew .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into a harpoon winter warmer snifter a pours dark brown with one finger of foam that dissipates quickly . s whoa . there is a lot going on here . smells kind of like red wine also smells like a lambic . i m guessing the lambic aroma is really brett . smells like sour apple also . the more i smell it the more i like the smells . t unusual . like nothing i ve had before . it is not malty . it is not have hop flavor or bitterness . it almost tastes like a bad carbonated wine . harshly bitter aftertaste . m very fizzy on the tongue . there is a strange bitterness not hoppy that makes me pucker . alcoholic warmth . d not great . i do n t like the flavor and the alcohol is coming off pretty hot . maybe this needs to age a bit . ok so this is the first wild ale i ve ever had . i understand it is an aquired taste . i wo n t go out of my way to try another wild ale . note to self stick to maharaja .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle erupted upon opening . i got ta remember to let these sit for a minute before opening . appearance is a hazy orangey brown with a little ring of foam . smell is really good . very sweet and carmelly with some spices in there . also a strong nutty smell and a little toffee . unfortunately it goes downhill from there . the mouthfeel is very watery and the taste is very blandly sweet with some vague sourness throughout . even a veggie taste at times . the aftertaste is n t bad though as the toffee makes a reappearance . overall this is a very weird beer . the flavors definitely do n t blend well together and it really lacks focus . i m glad i only bought one bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a pint glass . i would ve preferred a snifter or goblet but i was n t at my house . light amber in colour with a medium head and light lacing . the aroma was simply amazing . i was champing at the bit to drink this . very sweet smelling . reminiscent of belgian candy sugars and granny smith apples . a touch of citrus . the first sip threw me off a little . there was a lactic character that really bit you up front . brettanomyces . it was n t unpleasant but i did n t expect this from the aroma . after the initial shock the taste settled into oak from the sake cask i imagine and then finished with a slight grapefruit note . overall an impressive beer . i would think more as an old ale though . i ve been completely blown away by this brewery . i ve had several of their styles and find them all magical in some way . rock on kiuchi .,aroma,1.0,1
pours ruby red with a giant off white head that fizzed down to about a finger and stuck around till the end . smells of bretty funk . not much else except maybe a hint of overripe grapes and sour apples . taste is better than smell . sour apples is the dominant taste . sweet and sour both . hardly any bitterness . mouthfeel is medium with heavy carbonation . a bit of sticky sweetness stays on the tongue and outlasts the bitterness . overall a pretty tasty beverage that tastes like a cross between a sour beer and a sweet wine like a reisling . i m just starting to get into sours and every one i ve had so far has been different . i really enjoyed this one .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance this beer initially has a huge bubbly head . i recedes quickly . the beer is slightly cloudy and some of the yeast from the bottom of the bottle made its way to glass . smell a sweet apple aroma hits the nostrils immediately upon the pour . the smell reminds me of green apple jolly ranchers . upon closer inspection i can detect the underlying malt . i do not detect any hops . taste very crisp with tart apple . it has a subdued malty sweetness . there is also a lingering bitterness in there but it is not strong . the beer has a slight astringecy . mouthfeel the body is light perhaps almost vinegar like . more malt would probably beef it up a little . drinkability too dry too attenuated and not very exciting to begin with . i bought a four pack but my consumption of these will be well spaced . comments the apple gives the beer a unique twist but overall it still falls flat . try other offerings from unibroue befire you get this one .,aroma,0.9,1
just another boring lager . at least i know this type is not strictly limited to australia even tho we have cornered the market in that style . nothing to get excited about in any way thats for sure . stock standard appearance typical golden color with a whitish head that disappears quickly where have we seen that before . some corn and a little malt on the nose . taste was corn lemon and faint presence of malt . uninteresting hop touch which didnt add anything to the finish . a whole lot of nothing . another of these light bodied beers that relies on fizz rather than hops to do the work at the end . went down alright with my quesadillas but considering im paying top shelf price for it i can surely do better especially when its not a whole lot better than local swill . i spose at least the flavor wasnt offensive but still dull as dishwater .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bottle into nonic pint glass . a clear copper not brown at all with a two finger light tan head . retention is decent before falling to a thin film with a thick collar . some lacing . s very nice . the aroma from the pecans is subtle but noticable and mingles well with the expected toasty caramel and slightly toffee aromas from the malt . t very surprised at how weak and mild this is . there s a slight toasted graininess that makes up most of the flavor with very little dimension . an earthy bitterness kicks in late palate uninteresting at best . the best part of this brew is the nutty aftertaste just like the bottle says . m certainly not a brown and certainly not anything that makes this beer any better . light bodied high carbonation watery near the end . some real flavor might actually come through if the carbonation were tamed and the body was fuller . d it s light and fairly flavorless not a horrible brew to down but nothing worth revisiting . i ve actually been bumping the score down over the course of this review because nothing about this brew has grown on me . very average . pecan ale . no . brown . not even . i do n t quite know what abita was going for here but to tout about using real pecans in the brewing i ve had plenty of beers with more nutty flavor than this . and they did n t use nuts in the brewing .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at iron springs fairfax ca a hazy orange with fluffy white head really nice lacing . s hops and a lot of them . t this is where the beer begins its downward spiral for me . this beer is extremely bitter it has a medicinal aspirin taste to it . this becomes somewhat subdued as it warms . m good amount of carbonation is n t very thick for an i pa d if it was n t for the aspirin taste this would be great considering the mouthfeel .,aroma,0.9,1
my bottle was from a trade and unfortunately i did n t drink this right away . if this is a dipa that needs to be fresh i can tell you that this is n t a brand new bottle . poured from the bottle into a sam adams sensory glass . a poured a thick orange tea like color with a very small head and minimal carbonation . the brown tea color is n t very attractive really . s with a nice big swirl in the glass . fantastic honey resinous hops big sweet citrus . very big very appetizing inviting . t a bit milder than expected actually . it s a little lean in the flavor department with mild floral notes woven into the slightly sweet malt . it really reminds me of another beer i ve had recently perhaps hop . the real weakness is the initial thin watery flavor before the hops burst in with their bitterness and the delicate sweetness of the malt show up . i m thankful for some alpha acid control too my tongue is n t coated in alkaline flavors . i m disappointed though it s something similar to a hop but nowhere near as good . m nice . big thick creamy consistency . good amount of carbonation and feels like a beer . d it s not a session beer but it does n t claim to be . it s a big beer and enough for an evening . it s tasty enough to not just sip though . overall i m just not as happy as i expected to be . it could be the age or the origin but i d rather have a port hop or avery maharaja any day over this .,aroma,0.9,1
. oz bottle . appearance hazy dark orange . big fat creamy head with incredible retention it never completely goes away and leaves little lacy chunks stuck to the glass . smell malty sweet clove banana and a little yeastiness . very good . taste like the smell there s lots of clove and sweet malt . the taste is not nearly as interesting or complex as the smell though . the finish is a little too sweet and ultimately slightly sour . mouthfeel very nicely carbonated which contributes to the fantastically creamy mouthfeel . otherwise a medium mouthfeel . drinkability great smell and mouthfeel but the taste doesnt quite match . i d be happy to drink it again though .,aroma,0.9,1
a clear dark golden pour with a padded finger near white head . s the fruity funk of belgian yeast meets the citrusy hops of an american ipa . t unlike ogres this beer has no layers . the taste is a happily chaotic blend of belgian yeast and citrisy american hops . some nagging acidity . f d plenty of carbonation and fair crispness . a good beer over all but really only one at a time a real palate burner .,aroma,1.0,1
oz can to glass . bright soapy head that disappears quickly . straw color . looks like an american adjunct lager . smell confirms adjuncts i d bet there s rice in there . light watery smells just like keystone light . and i know that smell a little too well haha . taste is not offensive just hard to find . fits the style so that s positive points . to be honest i m just not sure how to describe what i do taste . the closest thing i can think of is hard tap water . kind of metallic . i m really trying to be objective here not snobbish this is just what i taste . mouthfeel . well you can imagine . carbonated water . worth every penny at cents each .,aroma,0.3,0
. oz poured into a tulip . appearance appears to be carbonated insanely well . a murky sour apple cider color . brown with hints of sickly green . a soapy lacing with a head that is quick to disappear . remnants of yeast float all throughout . smell a strong belgian dark fruit smell . apples and light citrus overall . smells slightly funky with light tart . hints of lemon and light fruits as well . taste quite an interesting taste . citrus and lemon right up front with some slight sour apple funk accompanying it . an odd light fruit taste of bananas and pineapple as well . can get a little sugary on the tongue and back of the mouth . mouthfeel drinkability sweet and full of blast of fresh fruit . the belgian yeast is not overpowering which i like . easy to drink and fairly light bodied . refreshing and,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle bottled on . abv . very clear copper in color with some red hues . a lot of fizzy carbonation when poured . thin tan head that trickled down to a small collar quickly . huge nose full of oak vanilla plums fig and some dark fruits . alcohol stands out in the nose as well . good amount of wood and oak at the beginning . a bit of sweetness follows with fig and fruity flavors . not very much in the way of hops nothing really stands out . lots of warming alcohol dry finish with lingering oak . medium body low carbonation . i loved the nose but the taste let me down just a bit . this seemed a bit hot so some time in the cellar may help .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a l champagne bottle the appearance of this brew is it has a quite hazy body with an orangish caramel color quite like a hefeweizen . there is a massive amount of thick rocky and off white head produced when poured into my plain pint glass . retention lasts all the way through each serving . the aroma is very fruity and hoppy orange and maybe a hint of apple mixed together . ester s given off from the yeast is quite detectable too . this is a very fragrant beer . helios tripplebock is crazy for being a german brew as it is a total hop bomb . there are champagne like qualities giving it a grape flavor but has quite a lemony kick as well . the heavy sourness is probably from bacteria now that i think about it . this feels more like a dry champagne more so than a beer . it is very coarse and leaves the palate dry . this is a heavy beer and almost too sour . it s hard to pinpoint the variety of this beer maybe a strong gose but i guess doppelbock it is based on some web research .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a fluffy finger head over a beautiful clear brown copper color . light lace is present . s nice nutty aromas butterscotch caramel high end rum notes . this makes me smile . t starts out a nice light dry chocolate some nutty notes light caramel and some light dry hoppiness on the clean finish . m low carbonation works well . nice body for a low abv . d this is a damn fine cult classic . it s very sessionable but at the price you really ca n t . at least i can not . i will definitely have again .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance vermillion body . thick nitro like head that quickly disappears . aroma biscuits sugar syrup rotten grapefruit a hint of flowers . taste mf way off . very sweet and syrupy . rotten fruit flavors but very little bitterness . biscuit malts are overshot by sweet syrupy fruits . drinkability low . unbalanced and too sweet muddled .,aroma,0.8,1
received this in a trade with autumnaldave . cheers poured this brew into my glass and a massive head exploded . as i wait for this head to die down i will watch some football . okay well a full five mins later and its ready to release its drink . the smell of this year old beer is so rich and strong . it smells of sweet fruits and a little bit of alcohol . i think this brew is or has developed a creaminess thats rich and full . i really enjoy this beer . compare to a year before th ann this beer has really stepped up . overall this beer is still full of flavor creamy notes and a little booze . its super drinkable and i would love to have another .,aroma,1.0,1
a friend bought this from the liquor store because he lost a bet to my brother . i was lucky enough to get one . very creamy mouthfeel . reminds me of a light orange sherbet . smell is fantastic i love hops . the citrus balances out the hoppiness . definitely going to buy another pack before it disappears .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased at frankenbier connection appearance far on the yellow side for a hefe . very cloudy but deep inside i can see what looks like when you drop food coloring in water just slightly darker than the beer itself . very very carbonated . had to wait a few minutes to pour the whole beer in the glass . s nothing to out of the ordinary for a hefeweizen . t slightly thick and creamy . sweet orange yeast naturally . very smooth . near perfect . m very smooth with a slight tingle of the carbonation . d one of the top on my list for hefeweizens . definitely will buy again when it s available .,aroma,0.6,1
a great foam of microbubbles sediment sets nicely after a bit very clear after settling and a nutty brown color . retention is awesome still has finger after minutes . i do n t know if that lacing is good since there has been no recession of the head . s a bit fruity and pretty spicy with some nice hops in the background . not strong smelling at all . t seems a bit watered down on first sip but then the complexity of the cream flavor comes out as you keep it in your mouth . it s like drinking a very lightly carbonated milk flavored with fruit herbs and a touch of spice . the light fruit flavor cherry . nicely complements the creamy background like dipping cherries in whipped cream but with less sugar . m extremely creamy and smooth this goes down better than most any beer i ve tried . it s like drinking silk the material not the nasty excuse for soy milk . the head stays up to snuff the whole way down the glass . it s really quite amazing to see that much resilience and it makes every sip frothy and creamy . it s not a dry beer at all coating the mouth constantly . d if there was a beer to drink when one was sick this would be a good one . it is a joy to drink and soothes the mouth and throat . it s very filling though so drink it slowly .,aroma,0.6,1
a standard appearance for a wheat beer hazy yellow orange but a thin short lasting head . s i found the strong tart raspberry with a faint mandarin orange nose to be both unique and satisfying . not overpowering like some over the top fruit beers . t raspberry flavor not as strong as the raspberry nose and the flavor did n t linger like most fruit beers . i even sensed a light hoppy aftertaste but very subtle . m d light bodied but that being said but rarely am i able to drink fruity beers for a session and this one is no different .,aroma,0.9,1
beer had to be real warm to even be able to get it through . had to actually pinch my nose so i would not smell it . the smell is just simply offensive . it smells like incense sticks combined with spices from a cheap soap store the appearance is kinda yellow orange and a slight bit of foam that lasts all of two seconds . the taste is just as bad as the smell is . fake pumpkin powder combined with malt and some bad spices that you have for times when you cook middle eastern food cold is just intolerable . when it warms you can gulp it down . gulping down is the only way to drink this beer . the aftertaste is so terrible that you will want to pour it down the drain do not recommend this beer not even if you are drunk,aroma,0.2,0
the aroma was that of raisins smothered in chocolate dried plums and cherries and some alcohol . a deep mahogony color with a light tan head that left some fair lacing . a chocolatey start that gives way to dried fruits rasins and plums mixed with some bitterness . the alcohol wasnt hidden all that well and there was a chalky overtone to the whole thing . it was good but i didnt like it as much as others have .,aroma,0.9,1
this arrived with a fluffy bone white head . there was nebraska quality clarity in this light copper colored beer . the nose was lightly malty with a slight fruitiness accompanying the sweetness . the mouthfeel was medium with a nice mild bitterness accompanied by a slight graininess on the tongue . the finish was bittersweet and extremely pleasant . i must hie up to the standard tap and have some on cask during my next visit to philly . i would even consider it as a session beer .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance orange to amber brown with nice white off colored thick head lots of carbonation as lots of bubbles stream up the glass mostly clear in body smell very beautiful hops jump of the nose citrus and piney hops very great smell just so rich and full of hops you cant wait for your first sip a heavy weight in the smell department taste starts of with hints of malts and sugary sweetness then absolutely smashes your palate with tons of hops so much so the finish is even overwhelmingly bitter a bit of alcohol can definitely be noticed to me in the flavor lacks a touch of balance in the flavor but does run the whole spectrum as starting a bit of malt a bit of bitterness then some alcohol i feel its weekness is the taste could have been more balanced and not one sided on the finish mouthfeel warming for sure as you can feel the warmth of high alcohol in ur throat and mouth its pretty thick and heavy bodied but still as touch of lightness drinkability this is not a bad beer overall but the high alcohol is noticable and the bitterness at parts can be harsh though it mellows out a bit not one i could see my self drinking more of one in a nite but a decent night cap overall a pretty good beer but still better example of the double ipas i believe out there thats for sure overall id right this good not great,aroma,1.0,1
to me boddingtons is the caramel version of the chocolate guinness if that makes sense . from the cascade to the head consistency the feel in the mouth to the fairly intense lacing they re very similar . it s a smooth and very drinkable beer that you can just put down without even realizing . the appearance is simple but pleasant with a light honey color . the head is thick and marshmallow like and it just wo n t go away . not much of a nose which would probably be its biggest problem . this is a classic though and because of that its not the most complex . it s a staple not something that pushes the boundaries and it should be appreciated as such . it s best on draught and pairs well with many deserts .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a murky honey color with a small white head which leaves excellent lacing . smells very nice . very peppery with spicy yeast bananas and pineapple . musty . taste was a letdown compared to the aroma . had a medicinal quality along with some chalkiness . some sweet malt was there along with the aforementioned fruits . mouthfeel was alright . medium thick with a good carbonation tingle . somewhat smooth and dry . overall this was a fair beer . there was a bit too much of the musty horseblanket thing going on here even though it normally does n t bother me . that along with the medicinal and chalky qualities kept this from being a beer i d care to have again .,aroma,0.9,1
hazy cherrywood color with no head whatsoever . aroma is sweet and fruity with a heavy malt base some citric hop flavor and a noticeable though subtle alcohol note . smells a bit like a caramel apple . taste is lovely and smooth starting with a fruity pale ale like maltiness developing a stronger slightly toasty malt presence mid palate and ending with a very hoppy but gentle finish . light apple like fruitiness throughout and some alcohol flavor and warming . viscous in body but not to the detriment of its drinkability . good stuff .,aroma,1.0,1
a amber yellow and hazy from bits of floating yeast . white head about an inch thick s some hops very little aroma t bitter and dry hop taste . much more impressive than the aroma . very nice . m good carb . and crispness for this style d overall a good beer . i would drink it regularly if i could get it regularly .,aroma,0.4,0
pours out a perfectly clear red color leaving a decent well lingering head . rather pretty really . the nose however brings in a harsh metallic scent which is rather unpleasent though it s the sort of thing that s possibly more indicative of a bad batch . luckily the metallic scent does n t carry over too much into the flavor which is actually quite enjoyable . the brew s a bit more weighty than the light red hue might have you think and malty to the core . it starts off smooth and sweet the malts taking center stage but somewhere near the end the hops not to be forgotten make their appearence . nowhere near as bitter as many other red ales that come to mind this one is quite drinkable . orkney rarely seems to dissapoint .,aroma,0.4,0
picked up this fine pre aged bottle at belmont station . ml . oz brewed in . poured to a snifter . red plastic wrap uncorked with a healthy pop . poured after sitting about hour warming out of the fridge to a snifter . a always a tough judgment call on an aged ale seven years since its brew date this is a murky chestnut auburn milk chocolate brown . a brief fizzle of sudsing head gone in seconds . otherwise a still look small clinging carbonation hanging around near the rim a light and oily sheen . s enticing aroma spiced apples and miscellaneous crushed fruit pulpy and earthy . toffee and caramel with a pleasantly sweet oakiness . t fruit . let s try to pick this apart tangy earthy berries mild orange tangerine citrus vinous white grapes mild cherries . caramel reduction toffee and woody tang . not resplendent with complexities but flavorful enough for my liking . m tentatively thin at first with a crawling fruity tang . little if any carbonation left leaving an eminently smooth and slightly warming feel . end result is silky velvety . in the end there s a hint of chewiness an odd twist from a prviously light and slippery mouthful . d fascinating to see the effects of age a fun sipper with a sexy allure . warmth is subtle flavor is layered aroma nears the sublime . would n t shy away from this again a relative bargain in the range and may pick up a couple more to see what some added years can do . worth a try definitely .,aroma,0.9,1
this hefewiezen portends to have the flavor of mandarin orange in reality the orang is not so apparent but the beer is still flavorful . slightly spicy with very subdued banana notes . a small bite of orange makes the beer more acidic than flavorfull . smell is extremely poor not showing any orange . look and mouthfeel are very average fora beer of this variety .,aroma,0.4,0
beauty pour a nice root beer and mud brown with a light off white head . i seem to be missing the nose here i m getting wet grain and nothing else yumm wow a malted banana and walnut bread glosses the tongue . that literally kicked me in the tongue after the lack of smell . there s the caramel and wheat my two lost friends . it holds a creamy light body small carbonation cushions the tongue . i would recommend this if your looking for a dunkel better than the last few i ve reviewed .,aroma,0.4,0
i should have been warned by the other review of this spring seasonal offering by suntory the forgotten beer giant of japan . i was lured into the purchase by the pretty pink cherry blossoms on the can and my desire for the neverending hokkaido winter to end. the beer is a thin yellow with light fast fading bubbles . the nose is sweet and appealing . the taste is quite bad reminding me of some of the worst happoshus yen can buy . there s a light roasted grain taste which appeals . until . the incredibly nasty aftertaste hits which sends shivers through the body . think household dish cleanser think industrial grade chemicals think. mouthfeel is average but the taste prevents any possibility of a repeat purchase .,aroma,0.6,1
another batch imported by our man in the midwest bill . thanks . yet another lovely label from bell s simple and elegant . i should have been wary when i popped the cap and there was no rush of gas . pouring was enough confirmation though there was no carbonation to the beer . the pouring was uneventful despite the troubling black liquid . it sat dully in the glass deeply brown with body . the very top visible without any head gave hints of amber around the edges . there s even some odd sediment that almost looks like it belongs in hot sour soup . the aroma is welcoming though deep filling and robust with mocha goodness . the combination of malted barley and coffee hide the barely noticeable smell of alcohol . the taste is also very robust nearly syrupy without carbonation but still good . there are very bitter chocolate flavors dark espresso flavors and a smooth maltiness all around . the sensation is somewhat lacking without the balance of gasses and the mouthfeel is somewhat alcoholic . especially while brewing beer and having skipped breakfast and lunch . this is a very tasty beer but i feel it must be tried on cask or tap . preferably close to the source . i ll see what i can do .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a sierra nevada imperial pint . no date or info . a a bit light for a stout it pours a clear deep mahogany color . a creamy and rich one finger light tan head popped up . decent retention and bits of lacing . oh its also called stacked . a milk stout . with a silhouette of a huge boobed goat woman on the label . haha i get it . s i can barely smell a single thing coming from this beer . a teeny roasted malt thing but holy crap . there is no aroma there . t a hint at roasted malts but the feel comes out more in he bitter dry finish from the roasted malts as opposed to any real flavor . there really is almost nothing there . m dry and bitter from the roasted malts with a medium body and a carbonated finish . d hmm . here s the problem . do i rate it s drinkability based on the actual ability to consume it or the desire to do so . how about a combination of the two variables there is no flavor so naturally it ll go down just fine which leads me to the desire . man i feel sorry for the poor souls who ll get the other of these from me in trades . yeah i feel even worse i bought a pack cause there were no singles,aroma,0.3,0
a pitch black huge coffee colored head with retention and lacing all the way to the bottom . s dark roasted malts and coffee . kind of disappointing for the style and look . t dark malts chocolate malts black coffee oats . there s a burnt or smoked quality in the finish which is also dry . no hops pure malt brew . m creamy and smooth nice and thick . o very drinkable nice strong taste will be liked by all stout fans .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bomber into a tulip glass . a slightly hazy medium golden color with a white foam head of big rocky bubbles that vanish in seconds revealing the still liquid surface of the beer . no lacing remains on the glass . s bright fruit almonds yeast nutmeg and delicate toast round out this great smelling saison . t begins with off dry fruit apricots grapes and lemons slightly acidic . funky farm flavor is briefly detected in the middle but departs quickly ahead of the mildly bitter finish . m light to medium viscosity slightly creamy on the palate with light prickly carbonation . d this beer has some attractive sensory qualities and does not come across as challenging yet it leaves behind a feeling of fatigue on the palate after a few glasses . try it but stick to a smaller serving and leave wanting more .,aroma,0.9,1
an . ounce bottle that i picked up at the liquor barn in louisville ky . it got my curious . what was a belgian brewery doing making a scotch ale . the bottle was sitting on the bottom shelf and just looked like it had been there awhile . the beer poured a dark bronze with some orange and ruby red hues . a tan head that disolved nicely into lace . bottle conditioned with a crusty layer of yeast on the bottom suggesting further that this beer may have been around the store for awhile . malt with the requisite malt sweetness also dark fruits plum . this beer is sweet . not as in sweeet but really sweet . just shy of cloyingly sweet . there is a caramel plum combination going on here . makes me think the nc state fair should try a caramel dipped plum . but then again they d probalby fry it . i also get dried cherries from this . i pick up some old ale characteristics from this beer . full body somewhat chewy with a sweet and fruity aftertaste . worth a try but probably not another anytime soon .,aroma,0.9,1
wow what can i say . i had the honor at trying this at a local beer dinner . let s just say i did n t liek it but i appreciated it very much . appearance deep brown copper color smell sweet maple taste mild bitterness rich deep dark flavor with loads of maple molasses and candy flavor mouthfeel very full slow drinking drinkability smooth but the alcholo content slows you down alot .,aroma,1.0,1
sad pour . white yellow with a decent little head that floats away quickly even in a pilsner glass . nice bottle though . smells like deep adjunct . muddy corn and motor oily hands along with hints of euro pils fruit . the fruit is more prominent as the beer warms up and really helps the odor but it s still not good . dull bitter malt up front that pours into a very strange oily taste . adjunct metal follows up and it ends on a decent dry hop . not bad . miles better than the smell . a foul aftertaste of adjunct boiled veggies brings it down though . this is n t even special by macro standards . fuck it s bottom tier by macro standards . i d much sooner drink high life . it goes down easy enough but since its status of special edition is apparently an excuse to charge idiots like me . a six pack i ca n t even recommend it for binging . avoid .,aroma,0.3,0
i picked some of this up on the advice of a friend and things started off ok . it looks great nice coppery color fluffy white head . it smells pretty good too . floral herbaceous hops notes of pine fresh rolls and caramel . the taste is where it started to go wrong for me . it s too sweet and the strong herbal character of the hops do n t really balance it but make it taste like someone dropped a crazy sweet herbal cough drop in my beer . it gets cloy ing very fast . i one miller lite cold and it helped reducing my perception of it s sweetness but it s not really enjoying the beer to drink it that cold . i normally find deschutes beers to be well made but this one really was hard to appreciate and was really only drinkable straight from the bottle . i wo n t be buying it again and i ll keep the last few in the fridge for guests who really are n t into what i usually have on hand .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a stone ris snifter a pours a dark brown pretty light in consistency . finger foam . s very fruity dark fruits raisins plumbs and malts . t very fruity specifically raisins . sweet malts and licorice . this beer is on the verge of being too sweet for me . reminds me a lot of bell s batch in that regard . m d highly carbonated and light bodied . could have benefited from being a little thicker maybe . and overall the beer was just too sweet for my liking .,aroma,0.9,1
served in a snifter the beer pours a hazy amber orange brown color with about an inch off white head . the aroma is very nice it smells like pine and citrusy hops pepper spice strawberries bready malt and just an overall hoppy and fruity smell . it smells very nice and the aroma is n t overpowering . however the taste is mostly citrusy hops and some malt . finishes bitter and the aftertaste is a bit harsh . not bad but it was a letdown after smelling the beer first . mouthfeel body is medium it s a bit slick and has a good amount of carbonation . drinkability is ok it s not hard to drink and the alcohol is n t very noticable . overall i think it s a decent beer but definitely not worth the money i think i paid around for this .,aroma,0.9,1
a thick white foam that retains and leaves laces over a yellow clear but not perfectly so liquid . smells softly of fruit but otherwise clean . the flavor is grainy slightly sweet low bitterness on finish and a bit of spice . the flavors are smooth . lower carbonation despite huge head lighter body very slight pucker . why this is called a pale ale i have n t a clue . if you re making craft brews beer snobs are your audience . tell us it s a klsch . drinks easy and has a surprising complexity of flavor without all the bitterness . definitely fills a niche .,aroma,1.0,1
golden brown color crisp with a hint of ruby . nutty caramel smells sweet . taste of burnt caramel malt fruits and some bitterness . appearance and smell were better than the taste imho . certainly not bad at all but definitely not a top runner either . a great beer for the sidelines of a world sampling tour .,aroma,0.9,1
this one came from the bottle . very very dark . .like a good stout should be . pours smooth with little head but nice lacing afterwards . the aroma of the beer is the best part heavy on the coffee and to a lesser extent some chocolate . with respect to taste a little on the bitter side though still respectable . a velvety mouth feel really enjoyable .,aroma,1.0,1
upon opening the bottle the aroma of raspberries is clearly evident . poured into champagne glasses it looks pink red in color with a nice foamy head that dissipates fairly quickly . initial taste is raspberries sweet and fruity . however due to the large alcohol content it finishes dry with some alcohol burn . this was fine for me but my wife was not fond of the finish . once it sits for a while it becomes sweeter and a little easier on finish . i would call this a gimmick beer but it works . i would definitely try it again .,aroma,0.9,1
ehh. let me start by saying i adore irs s . they are my favorite kind of beer . this beer is excellent example of an irs. minus the anise . the anise in my humble opinion makes this beer taste absolutely terrible . do n t get me wrong you still get the nectar like frothy delicious chocolate experience in the background which is almost good enough to save this beer for me . but the anise simply overpowers it . not to the point that you ca n t taste the beer itself but to the point where the excellent stylings of the beer can not compensate for the anise . there is no balance whatsoever to the flavor profile in my opinion . theoretically the sweet bitter flavor of the yeast should play off of and enhance the chocolate and coffee flavorings but it does not . a change in proportions could make this a great unique brew . as it stands it s just strange and unbalanced .,aroma,0.8,1
a black pour with a brown head . the head sticks around a bit more than the bells cherry stout . s the smell is not what i was expecting at all . deep sweet chocolate cherries and some weird other smell . could it be plastic . could it be booze . i do n t know either way it s strange . t wow the taste really makes me forget about the weird smell . delicious chocolate an underlying sweetness from the cherries and a dry finish with some roast . pretty balanced actually which i was n t expecting . mf the body seems heavier than bells cherry stout but more than likely is very similar . carbonated well no hint of booze on the taste . o i liked this a lot more than the bells . blended and balanced a lot better . tasty not too sweet . if only the smell was n t so strange .,aroma,0.4,0
a one finger of tan head that laces the glass as you drink . black s dark malt aroma . some sweetness molasses brown sugar warm spice apparently cardamom . t heavy burnt malt with a touch of astringency . not sure if from hops or malt lingers a bit but not overpowering . as this one warms up it becomes bittersweet and unbalanced . m plenty of tingly co bite . a bit thin and a touch oily . alcohol is well hidden . d lack of balance limits its drinkability for me but i suppose that is a good thing cause it s strength is noticeable . o nothing too exciting about this one . think i ll pass on buying this again .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance pours a brownish dark maroon color . an off white very light tan head that was relatively small and did n t have much retention . might be because of the high abv of this beer . left some traces of lacing . the beer is predominately cloudy with some burnt orange highlights at the bottom . smell the aroma clearly had the characteristics of bourbon whiskey . a nice woody note also . maybe even a small touch of chocolate . this brew had a very pleasant burnt sugar toffee caramel malt smell . it was a little like those candy brown sugar haystacks . sorghum even . very complex and balanced . taste the flavor revealed the bourbon whiskey once again but it also had a brown sugar taste that gave it some sweetness . i swear it seems like i m getting a slight touch of an orange slice taste . small smattering of bitterness . again well balanced and complex . mouthfeel medium full mouthfeel with a significant alcohol burn and warmth . leaves a tremendous amount on the palate . well after the sip the flavor remains . it s smoother than one might think and it is nicely dry all the way through . drinkability this beer is very very nice . lots of kick and a wonderful aroma taste and mouthfeel . most definitely a beer for sipping . the alcohol is prevelant but it is surprisingly not distracting . it s noticeable in the mouthfeel but it s not unbearable . after one of these i would more than likely be done . not from lack of enjoyment but lack of alcohol tolerance .,aroma,1.0,1
a light gold with a hint of haze nice white head and decent lacing . s a lot of hops here citrus and floral smells incredibly fresh like sticking your nose in a handful of hops . t very hoppy and bitter and so enjoyable . has a biscuity flavor in the background that rounds it out for a nice english ipa . m medium body good carbonation pretty easy to put down . d great to sip on a nice offering from left hand . not to mention a really cool label .,aroma,0.9,1
. liter bottle . i just discovered my favorite thing about russia you can buy beer and liquor at streetside kiosks some of which are open hours the local stuff is rarely more than a dollar and you can pretty much drink from the bottle while walking . of course the problem is that you usually get what you pay for . this a st. peterburg brand its actually a bit darker than the usual pale lager kind of whisky color . walking with the open bottle kicked up enough foam to run over the top . taste is pretty malty and nicely balanced by bitterness . but this seems to have some bottling or production problems because it had that gross wet salty peanut smell of contamination . too bad because this had some potential .,aroma,0.3,0
aromas of strong piney hops and roasted malts with hints of caramels and toffee however the hops dominate the nose . the tastes begin with full flavored maltiness with flavors of burnt brown sugar light coffee toffee and caramel maltiness but the hops creep in and steal the show to this beer s detriment . the intense hops flavors of pine and grapefruit are just not melding with the dark malts . i do not enjoy the roast mixed with pine . overall the stickiness and resiny qualities dominate the mouthfeel and linger far too long for such a dark beer . i have had good bad and average black ales . unfortunately this is in the bad dept because the hops are just too dominating .,aroma,0.8,1
ounce bottle purchased today from the beverages and more in torrance for . can never pass on a beer with brettanomyces in it split with my dad tonight poured into my sapporo pilsner glass a hazy yellow with a straw look to it big inch foamy white head did not stick around for long not much retention only some lacing at the beginning s brettanomyces flowers pepper other spices vinegar lemons cereal sweet yeast musty accents people around me said the stuff smelled like urine but i do not know about that also some figs horse blanket hops and melon t flavor was trippy to say the least started off with a bit of brett the middle had some serious fruits going on and there was too many to figure out exactly what figs did not stick out here too though finish was bready and taste almost identically resembled captain crunch tart was strong enough and it got even weaker as time went by became more of a farmhouse feel after a while with sweetness overriding everything else but still leaving a dry finish do not think the slight bitterness came from the hops either think it might have been the hibiscus this brew was all over the damn place and depending on your mood you will either love it or hate it and there will be no in between this review was one of the hardest ones i have ever written m needed more carbonation too syrupy for its flavor medium to full bodied now the mouthfeel could have been a dozen different things but it was mostly chewy mildly sour and sweet with moments of dryness taste lingered too d could have probably drank the bomber by myself but it would have been a struggle pretty heavy on the stomach especially if this was intended to be a wild ale alcohol is hidden though thought avery was weird but this one definitely topped it the only style i could think of was a mix between a belgian pale ale wild ale and a saison and even then there seems like some kind of explanation is missing this could even better with age because of the development of the tart or flat out funky time will just have to tell would drink again down the road to see what changes take place recommended even though it will make your palate go haywire,aroma,0.9,1
pours a crystal clear pale yellow with a little more than a one fingered white head . the retention is lacking a little . has a nice light slightly sweet slightly grainy malt aroma . there are faint traces of hops as well . taste is not as thin as i was expecting but has a slight grainy bitterness harshness to it covering up an otherwise slightly sweet malt flavor . the harsh bitterness lowers the mouthfeel score and the lack of a unique identity makes this little more than a mere novelty as another beer from someplace more exotic than i am used to .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance a very clear amber a decent off white head with moderate head retention. aroma nothing to write home about . low malt aroma with a hint of alcohol . flavor again not much except an unbalanced combination of mils malt and alcohol mouthfeel surprisingly good body with a moderate carbonation and the clean crisp finish of a lager . drinkabilit this is a very good session beer but the alcohol will snwak up on you .,aroma,0.4,0
good black appearance that shines a beautiful dark ruby in light . head is decent good lacing . the smell is wonderful definitely loved the smell of this one . i got a milk chocolate smell with a little toasty sense that just made me excited to take a sip . taste is very smooth got that milk chocolate taste that i detected in the smell . a little bit of sweet roasted malt and some light hop character . very balanced beer . light mouthfeel very clean . good carbonation . overall a delicious porter . porter is my favorite style and this is one of the finer porters i ve had . balanced easy to drink and great flavor . my hat s off to deschutes brewery .,aroma,1.0,1
received this growler as a gift . poured from the grolwer into a pub glass . off a rigorous pour about an inch of tan head forms up kind of quick to recede . even after minutes of sitting not touching the beer there is an adequate retention foam head sitting there . the beer itself is crystal clear light golden amber copper color with long lasting carbonation rise . aroma is really a let down and does not deliver much of anything . it smells like air really and a mild caramel malt with just a dusting of hops . taste is divine though making up for the absent aroma . sweet delicious caramel filled malt grains and oh its so rich with a bit of hop spice . mouthfeel has some full body to it carbonation is present throughout but not of the stinging type . hops bitter throughout also but malt and hops walk hand in hand in complete unity . only at the finish do the hops actually come forward alone and the bitters longer . alcohol is absent from aroma or taste making this one dangerous brew . absolutly loved it now just add some aroma hops please .,aroma,0.4,0
one of the best aromas to come around in a while for me . very decadent chocolate here . sweet silky . you can really smell the cocoa nibs here . a slight hint of hop bitterness as well but this is a very chocolatey aroma . pours midnight black in the glass . nice frothy dark brown head with fair staying power . the taste is n t quite as rich however . the body is a bit light and the taste is certainly full of chocolate but is more of a mix between a sweeter chocolate and a bitter roasted chocolate . this marriage keeps it from becoming cloying or just being too bitter . the ibu s assert themselves at the end with a fairly hoppy finish for style which seems a bit floral . the bitterness lingers a little after the swallow . what was a pretty sweet and rich beer on the nose was n t quite so on the tongue . despite that it s a solid beer for the style even if i was hoping for a more decadent beer a la young s .,aroma,1.0,1
a dark in color with a nice head . amber highlights s smells of nice mild hops and a nutty undertone t has a rich caramel taste . you can definitely appreciate the nutty taste of this beer m a bit thicker than desired . rests on tongue a bit too long d nice beer to try but would n t recommend more than a couple . very filling compared to saranac s caramel porter .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased at woodman s in madison wi in early february . bottled in october . poured into a la fin du monde tulip . served at degrees f. appearance dark dark brown near black but not quite . a nice single finger light cream head . slightly oily legs to it . smell the smell really is impressive . heavy heavy coffee . nice roasting . good malt to support but great coffee aromas . taste feels like i m enjoying a nice cup of coffee fresh out of the percolator after waking up in a tent . has interesting spiciness to it and a nice maltyness . mouth drinks very well with good amount of carbonation . drink and overall i would have to say the first time i tried it i was n t impressed but after a second and third chance my taste buds have warmed up and am enjoying it more . very drinkable even with the higher alcohol . unusually high abv for this style . good beer one per sitting is fine with me . central waters is running on all cylinders .,aroma,1.0,1
. oz . brown bottle gt pilsener glass a pours a clear golden yellow . large white fluffy head . plenty of carbonation . not the best retention but the lacing is very good . s pepper and salt . weird and new to me . not an overall pleasant aroma . t m this could be a bad bottle as the taste is not that great . other than the weird taste it s crisp and has a some interesting hops and malt sweetness mixed in . finishes mostly clean . o if the bottle is good than i m not really liking this brew . it s got a taste i just do n t like . and to me is not really a good pilsener . cheers,aroma,0.3,0
had this beer at the all colorado beer fest on . aroma is soo faint its almost not there . color is near white with a nice thick tight head . taste is a bit weak but does have some white characteristics . in the end its just a weak white and is not a brew i whould go out and look for .,aroma,0.3,0
a pretty light actually . golden body . i expected more orange . s big pumpkin with plenty of spices . dead on . t more of the same as the smell . it is exactly like a real pumpkin . m medium bodied but thick with spices . d not as good as pumpking but still pretty good .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a nice black with little head smell smells wonderful . nice sweet milky and vanilla bean smell to it . taste much better than last year s batch . not nearly as sweet as it used to be this is much more drinkable . mouthfeel excellent body . not too thin and not too thick like motor oil . overall a great dessert beer . i love this during the colder months and it s just an all around well done beer .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle into a wine glass . thanks to ba morningthief and his wife for sharing this bottle . appearance careful pour yields a fourth inch light tan head . pours a dark red brown that s translucent around the edges . little to no lacing . smell very sweet . smells like you took those caramel candies wrapped in plastic and melted them into cookie dough . some booze cuts through the richness . incredibly decadent . taste one of those beers where you say wow after the first sip . the caramel and cookie dough sweetness is there but along with it is chocolate coffee vanilla and definitely some smoke . despite the huge rich dessert like flavors there s a strong smoky savory element to the taste which works along with the alcohol heat at the end to keep the beer from going too far . it reminds me a bit of southern tier s crme brle but puts it utterly to shame . mouthfeel full bodied and very smooth and creamy . just enough carbonation . drinkability very good . while its richness is tempered it s still a bit too rich and dessert ish for me to drink it regularly or even to drink a bomber without splitting it . that said it s absolutely delicious . the hype around this beer is justified . one of the few beers i ve tasted recently that really surprised me with its flavor .,aroma,1.0,1
pours red orange with finger of sand colored head . great head retention super lacing s an almost dirt like smell maybe mushroom . then vegtal notes t nutty malt dryness up front with a hint of brown sugar . i get choclate toasty bread on the back of my throat . breadyness continues as this warms . later comes a little warming alcohol some earthy hops bitterness . finishes with a hint of choclate brown sugar more breadyness mf chewy for the abv with low carbonation drinks fine if you can past the funky smell maybe the perfect session when you have a cold or sinus infection . been a long time since i had abeer that smelled this bad still tasted good . i d certainally try this again,aroma,0.4,0
bbd of version pours copper orange with fingers of fluffy head . superoir lacing very good head retention s nothing up front but then earthy hoppyness whisper of fruit . this was the only area this beer let me down t huge grapefruitty hops then a little fruittyness up front . peppery hops fill in a little before piney grapefruitty hops re attack . as this warms breadyness fruittyness surface . finishes with warming grapefruit pop a little fruittyness very quenching indeed mf healthy carbonation that brings out the hops . medium bodied skews hoppy drinks so easy a pretty aggressive hoppy ipa this really works for me,aroma,0.6,1
a pours darkest brown into a tulip glass with a thick head of tiny tan bubbles that persist nicely . s burnt and bitter chocolate notes t what a chocolate stout should be . not sweet but the chocolate notes provide a perfect counterbalance to the roasted burnt malt . m surprisingly bright at the front a comfortable mouthfeel that leaves a nice coating bitterness d for a cold winter night . yes please .,aroma,0.7,1
pours an amber color with an off white foamy head that quickly dissapates . dont really pick up much of an aroma some malts some hops but not much really . great balanced taste of malts and hops . nothing really stands out but thats not really a bad thing . this beer goes down easy and packs just enough of a punch to make it a great session beer . if only it were available more than just early spring .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a nice amber colour with a frothy head with nice lacing . the smell was oats and a fruitiness to it . the taste was a bit too warm for me a good acidic bite afterwards . i could n t notice anything else cause it catch me off guard . it had a thick feel that i was n t expecting ether . for me it has a low drinkability rate . i would n t come back to this one just not my cup of tea .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer is a delicious treat from the fantome brewery . the apperance is the only thing lacking in my opinion . the carbonation and head retention could use some work but over all the lower carbonation adds to the winter aspect of this beer . the one taste that stands out to me is vanilla . whole bean goodness in this beer . but the vanilla malt sweetness is very well balanced with herbal and earthy flavors . i enjoy this beer every time i get it which is quite often . very highly recomended .,aroma,1.0,1
clear golden straw colored body with a moderate effervescent pure white head that faded all too quickly . is this really even a wheat beer . where is my cloudy body and big fluffy white head . plenty of blackberry on the aroma and light hints of honey . fruitiness disguises any other aromas . taste is definitely not as fruity as expected which presents a problem . normally i like my fruit vegetable pumpkin etc . beers to be well balanced with the fruit being just part of complex body of flavors but this one should use more fruit to coverup a rather bland malt profile . i m enjoying the blackberry flavors that are present but there just is n t enough . grainy and bland malt flavors and a lack of any traditional wheat beer flavors really make this a disappointment . as expected hops are making a no show and the yeast fails to produce much flavor as well . mouthfeel is crisp with a slightly dry finish and a light bodied feel . overall i expect better from long trail . i really enjoy most of their beers but blackbeary wheat clearly is not made to appeal to dedicated craft beer crowd the geeks if that s the term you like . could be so much better but it just is n t .,aroma,0.7,1
looks black with tan small lacing head but great lacing . aroma not much of aroma . taste cola and lightly fruity flavors . lightly coffee flavors slightly chocolate back palate moderate bitterness . mouthfeel nice and creamy full mouthfeel . drinkability and comment a medium dark beer but well built . nothing amazing but nothing to be shy about .,aroma,0.6,1
the color is a deep and dark reddish brown . it s very very dark with almost no light able to pass through . the head is a thick light brown that does subside rather quickly . wafts a deep and rich roasted scent . very heavy sweet caramel presence much like the saranac caramel porter for comparison s sake . the smell is sweet but the roasted malt keeps it from being overbearing . the smell is really quite wonderful nearly perfect . the roast and sweetness are the perfect marriage of complimentary elements . the taste is a heavy deep roasted malt . heavy bitter coffee flavor balanced by the caramel sweetness . two opposing flavors bitter malt coffee on the tongue sweet caramel on the roof of the mouth . almost a porter but with caramel and molasses flavors . the feel is thick and chewy . it s like a porter but milky instead of dry . oh and it remains in the mouth long after . it s really thick sweet and balanced . tons of flavors to choose from coffee caramel milk malt take your pick . i ll just have to keep it to one at a time please .,aroma,1.0,1
i ve never been a fan of goose island s beers and this one doesn t change my attitude one bit . it s a bitter hoppier brew that feels more like an ipa and an average one at best . to top it off i get no hint of holiday style spices at all . very plain blah un xmaslike and really quite average . there are much better winter brews out there .,aroma,0.4,0
best by february sampled july a solid pour produces a three finger thick pale tan colored head . the beer is a dark amber hue that shows a brilliantly clear amber color in the light . the aroma smells quite funky not quite as sweet as i was expecting and the fruitiness takes on some weird connotations of kiwi oxidized melon fermented raisins as well as a sort of green unripe fruit like character that i ca n t quite place . does n t remotely smell like a gueuze in any way shape or form i ca n t even pick out any acidity in the nose . ouch this is quite sweet though it is not as sweet as the chapeau faro it is sweeter than many of the other faros i have had . fizzy textured from the carbonation though not enough to keep the sugars from lingering on the tongue in the finish . this has a medium body to it as well . this tastes fruity up front and reminds me mostly of sweet apple cider though there is an oxidized fruitiness in the finish that reminds me a bit of browned pears and or raisins . there is a light tartness here that is pretty much the only tie in that this was lambic though having said that i do get the sense that the sugar is hiding a lot of funky lambic flavors . while i could drink this if someone made me it is definitely the worst travesty i have ever experienced from a bottle labeled gueuze though i must admit that i have a bottle of chapeau christmas gueuze with added flavor what ever that means still coming up . these fake de troch lambics are made that much more interesting by the fact that they can make a good traditional lambic when they put there mind to it i really hope they make more of the traditional products as i have been able to try some very good examples from this brewery .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from can into dupont glass. no dating a hazy but a very deep orange color . hints of yellow on the edges . nice inch of white fluffy head . delicate lacing left behind at top of glass . s strong yeasty aroma off the bat almost belgian like . light oranges followed heavily by a grainy wheat smell . t m fairly bland and feel is incredibly dull . not very good at all actually . esters have a fruit taste but it is fake and hot . weird bitterness that lingers on the back of the tongue . no carbonation . slick and heavy . just awkward feeling its a dead liquid . not fitting at all . i think this mouthfeel aspect is what hurts the taste as well . o not at all what i thought or wanted it to be . i poured it out not because i could n t finish it i just did n t want to . not refreshing crisp flavorful anything . sad day,aroma,0.7,1
i had this one in a glass stein . appearance the body is slightly cloudy amber red with maple highlights . the head is two fingers of white foam that is very chunky . there are lots of bubbles in the cap . it leaves behind sporadic bits of equally chunky lace . smell there is some crystal malt and grassy hops . aaaand . that s about it . taste the hop bitterness is really big in this amber which i certainly can dig . the resin and grassy hops feel really good . there is also a sweeter malt character at the back end . some earthiness is also coming through . the malt is more biscuit like on the palate thankfully . as the drink warms up there is a little bit of wheaty taste too . this beer is very straight forward with the flavors used but i would not want to drink it any less because of that . mouth feel it is a little fizzy but not overly so . the body is a dead ringer for medium . there is decent coating too but again it should be creamier . although honestly i am nitpicking . the feel is great for this style . and especially so when you consider how hoppy this beer is . overall this very hoppy red is worth a try . the biggest flaw it has is that it did not go big enough . if it was going for hoppy they could have pushed the envelope so much further . and if they wanted more balance more sweeter malt should have been noticed .,aroma,0.6,1
reviewed bottle pours a brown colored body with a rrothy white colored head . has a strong banana aroma with clove spices . some alcohol complex aroma . fizzy mouthfeel spices some banana . clean aftertaste . sweet and nutty . watery as it warms up .,aroma,1.0,1
huge . ounce can . .it pours to a clear deep golden color topped by a friggin enormous fluffy head . it s actually quite appetizing to look at . it s odd to see a good looking beer come out of such an unattractive can . i am struggling to find an aroma just some faint spicy hops . it s a very well balanced beer to drink though even though it s bland . bland makes it average balance makes it drinkable . that s about all there is to say . some sweet malts come through first and the most prominent of the bland flavors is the spicy hop finish . i do n t see anything wrong with picking up a few of these huge cans just for something different and not offensive .,aroma,0.4,0
i kept this corona in the bottle to drink it . i did not use a lime if you need fruit with your beer perhaps you should look for another type of beer . there is no smell of hops but the taste is crisp and this beer is super easy to drink . there are times when this is the only saving grace and you are surrounded in a sea of light and traditional american lagers . in those cases it is a good beer . otherwise if there is a broader selection of beer avaliable you should look elsewhere for a beverage it is though the best beach beer . and i love beach beer because it means the beer does n t really matter .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer looked and smelled pretty good . color was very dark brown with ruby highlights when held up to the light . a bubbly tan head quickly faded to a thin ring leaving a trace of lace . the smell promised big roasted malt and coffee flavors . and those flavors were there . along with a big off aftertaste that was somewhere between plastic and metallic . letting it warm a little helped some but it was still nearly undrinkable .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a cloudy bubbly dark bronze with a twi finger bubbly foam topped head . very nice lacing . s nothing too over powering . some nice sweet and hop aromas . but hard to pick out any specific scents . t taste is times better than the smell was not expecting that . very nice balanced flavor profile . starts with the malts which leads you into a fruity sweetness with a little bitterness on the backside . great taste . m head stays nice and foamy and leaves for a nice bubbly entry and a well balanced beer . o was veryy happy with this beer . great offering from rogue . nothing too radical with the taste but a solid beer .,aroma,0.6,1
very nice looking beer . nice voluminous head when swirled . does n t leave much lacing . nice bright mahogany color . definately some big chunks of yeast from a not too careful pour . very nice nose . nice raisin notes . special b malt . maybe get some candy sugar in there too . get some subdued fruitiness . otherwise very clean . no phenolics or higher alcohols or other spiceyness . good clean flavor nothing special . get some nice dark candy sugar and caramel malt like flavors . the finish is too clean . i want a dubbel to linger for a second . my perception of this beer is that its a bit too dry . actually has a harsh finish . not very nice about halfway through . nice mouthfeel . very spritzy . little too spritzy for the viscosity of the beer it could be a bit thicker and sweeter . then the high carbonation would be ideal i think . does n t really have enough to keep me interested and this harshness in the finish is discouraging .,aroma,0.9,1
nothing spectacular in terms of appearance or smell . appearance is average dark decent head and retention . smell is nearly non existent with some dark maltiness . the taste however is phenomenal . easily the best dunkel i ve ever had . lots of carbonation but somehow it is super smooth . awesome beer . . a . s . t . m . d,aroma,0.6,1
l pet bottle from lithuania . pours golden with very small head even after aggressive pouring foamy floats remain on the surface . aroma is sweetish malty reminds of pancakes with honey some presence of alochol can be felt . taste starts sweetish and slightly alcoholic but soon herbal bitterness appears that lasts into the aftertaste . the taste is rather intense and not very bad even partly enjoyable especially considering rather high abv later in the glass the beer becomes more sweeter and bitterness is almost not felt . mouthfeel is just below medium with average carbonation and very subtle alcohol warming towards the end of the glass . overall quite strange beer i would say . it seemed worse in the beginning but at the end i did not mind it and even finished it very quickly . it is rather drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
. ounce clear why . . bottle . pours into my glass a nice gold color exactly like it did in the bottle . go figure . the head is bright white large and tight foamed . skunk on the nose unavoidable skunk due to the bottle color . once it dies down it is a very malty smell i would have like more hops . th hops are more prevalent in the flavor though there is a large dose of pils malt too . it is a bit different than most i have had . perhaps some of the skunkiness leeched into the flavor . it is a below average german made pilsener with an awful bottle color .,aroma,0.4,0
on cask at ck for heavy seas night . pours a watery black with a thin bubbly mocha head . aroma is highlight of the beer a rich unique blend of dark fruit bourbon chocolate syrup and light roast . flavor is a lot less complex throughout the body only chocolate syrup and light malt are present but the finish begins to dry out and have a subtle warming and lingering bourbon burn . mouthfeel is light on carbonation smooth and thick with some bourbon warmth . one of the better heavy seas treatments and they ve somehow managed to salvage a base beer i typically deplore with a passion .,aroma,0.9,1
cloudy golden amber body topped by a medium thick lasting head with a decent amount of lace . a sweet and citrusy grapefruit lemons hop aroma fills the nose . slightly sweet hoppy flavor with some citrusy notes and bitter accents . the finish is relatively clean with a slight bitterness . medium bodied tinging on the tongue and dry .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a crystal clear golden honey one finger of head thick white lacing . smells zesty with yeast and fruit in the back . it would be hard to say it smells like pomegranate because that fruit really does n t have much of an aroma in the first place . fruit forward wheat back . a sweetness light and staying hits the tongue and hops join in the after effects . mouth feel is more medium bodied than the wheats i m used to a nice change and the full blast carbonation leaves one a happy advocate overall it is lacking smell good in flavor great in feel . not a bad drink . i,aroma,0.4,0
a amber red in color . one finger light brown head . moderate retention and excellent lacing . s sweet hop delight . much stronger hop aroma than doppelbocks i have had before . earthy hop aroma with a very sweet scent as well . t hops are not as strong in the taste as the smell would lead you to belive . sweet malts with a light hop bite at the end . m d medium to full bodied and very easy drinking . might not be very true to style but a very drinkable doppel .,aroma,1.0,1
the pour on this brew is nothing impressive . pours a nice clear copper color . it had a small white bubbly head that fades to pretty much nothing . little to no lacing remain on the glass as you drink this brew . the aroma is that of what you expect in the actually name of the brew . there is a stong banana and nut flavor that you smell as soon as you pour this brew . you then get hit with a wonderful nose full of bread yeast and biscuts that give this brew that wonderful nose full of baked banana nut bread . as you consider the flavor on this one some will agree or disagree . i feel this brew had a nice flavor somewhat of what i expected as i reached for this brew . there is surely some banana flavor at the front with a nice biscut nutty flavor at the finish that reminded me of banana nut bread . i do have to say i expected more . i wanted a little bit more of the bready flavor so the magic was n t all there . the mouthful on this one is pretty good . it is a bit of a full bodied beer so not alway sa drinkers choice of brew . though its a bit sweet does have a decently dry finish to it . overall drink on this one is kinda rough you expect a bit stronger flavor but by the time your done it feels you have ate a loaf of banana nut bread . this would not be a good session beer at all . a novelity of course but would still have one again if offered . might not seek to purchase again though .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a surprising even knowing it s a golden ale golden with high carbonation and a mountain of fluff for a head . the white creamy foam has endurance and that cool topography of a belgian ale . the aroma is sweet and flowery with a finishing curl of sourness . apples malt and wild fermentation . lovely without overdoing any of the constituents a shortcoming among most new world attempts . the taste is bright and crisp with barley and cider flavors tart with yeast remnants and just a final bit of dry breadiness . there s no excess of sugar in the body which makes it a warming filling beer without the young sweet affects . really quite excellent .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle with no freshness bottled date . . cdn . poured a caramel copper in color . great fluffy white head that stayed not bad but left nice lacing . slight smell of caramel even slighter smell of fruit . this was my first foray into the dopplebock style and i must say that i was truly impressed . i had no expectations whatsoever and will definetally try more of this style . that said i think that it will be tough to top this particular beer . i liked everything about it . the one thing i would change is the alcohol content . only so i could drink more if it without feeling the effects so fast . i say give this one a try . thx,aroma,0.6,1
so yes . this is not a beer that should be described completely as a stout . and close reading of the label and accompanying necker acknowledges that this is really a hybrid . still it is one of the smoothest tastiest dark belgium ales that i ve had in a long time . starts with a almost bakers chocolate smell and taste on the tongue and finishing with a bit of fruit this is a very drinkable beer . poured in a wine glass with little head moderate carbonation . though it lacks the normal mouthfeel of a stout it nails the color and layers of flavors of the stout . am looking forward to enjoying the second bottle i ve bought sometime next spring .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle poured a fizzy head that went blank fast . hazy amber orange fizzy carbonation . nose is fruity hints of sweet carmel . taste is unimpressive fruity lemony tones nothing really jumps out . imho domestic citrisy hops lend to the cidery taste . finishes with a hint of carmel sweetness finish is dry and grainy . body is light almost too light for the style . for all the respect that i have for this breweries beers i think this one needs some fine tuning .,aroma,0.7,1
hmm i m new at this so bear with me . appearance nice golden straw colored but with bright white dish soap like head that quickly died down to a fine lace . smell umm what i used to think all beer smelled like pungent not entirely welcoming . taste slight bitterness up front that quickly fades to an almost nonexistant maltiness . really this tastes almost identical to blue maybe a different . mouthfeel kinda watery but comparing it to say budweiser or something similar its about average actually a bit better that some macros . drinkability yeah can definately drink it in mass quantities i know i have in the past just when the bottle said blue instead of canadian ale . really i would n t call this a pale ale tastes just like labatt blue to me maybe a little more flavor than the american macros but thats about all,aroma,0.4,0
an exceptionally dark brown brew with a foamy and rolling but quickly fading off white head . retention is adequate with little lacing left behind . some dark fruits such as raisins and grapes float to the nose . also present are dark chocolates licorice spice robust yeasts sweet malts and some caramel that all lead to a very complex and pleasing aroma . the taste is not as complex . i get a bit of spice malts toffee and some hops but everything is subdued . mouth feel is medium bodied which leads to a drinkable but mediocre brew . while unibroue makes some great beers this is not one of their top tier offerings and is probably a good starter brew for the neophyte so in that sense it serves it s purpose . goddamn that sounds arrogant .,aroma,0.9,1
a pale cloudy yellow with a one finger head . s banana aromas dominate with subuded peppery yeast notes . t bready malt with an underlying grainyness comes in and holds throughtout without being overly sweet . at mid point the yeast flavors kick up a bit but the banana that dominated the aroma takes a backseat in the taste allowing the more of the peppery spicy flavors to come forward . the finish is very smooth and clean . m a little on the thin side but otherwise good . d par for a weiss . i ll have to grab a growler come summer for long days by the pool .,aroma,0.9,1
i was sitting at backcountry pizza in boulder when i saw the bartender pull out a bottle for the guy three or four seats away from me . after he took a few sips i asked him if it lived up to all the hype and his response was absolutely . the bottle was also pretty reasonably priced at so i dove in ordered a bomber for myself . i was not disappointed . appearance pours a stark black and looks very viscous you can see the deliciousness pouring out of the bottle . there is no head and no lacing at all though . smell not as strong a nose as i would have liked but what is there smells great . there is a good dose of chocolate and hops as well . the hops provide a hint of grapefruit and pine but very subtly . taste this is where the parabola completely lives up to all the hype . this is an outstandingly delicious beer . vanilla and coffee dominate up front but as the beer warms the chocolate lurking in the background becomes more and more noticeable . a touch of hop flavor also sneaks in but not nearly as much as one might expect from an ibu beer . the bitterness seems to come more from the coffee . mouthfeel superb . it feels exactly how a big imperial stout should thick viscous and a near perfect balance of dry and sweet although it does lean a bit to the sweet side . overall the parabola really dose live up to the hype and at a bottle this was more than worth it . i can not wait to try my next one .,aroma,0.7,1
pale straw color brilliant clarity . large thick white head with excellent retention . aroma is a bit of wet rag wet paper . certainly does n t smell bright and fresh . maybe some hop aroma . taste is surprisingly bitter almost from the start . some bready grainy wheat flavor but too much hop bitterness . finishes with a lingering bitterness totally out of place for a light summer ale . mf shows light to medium body and moderately high carbonation . d ability is low as does n t provide a light refreshing drink . bitterness is a bit harsh and i do n t plan to finish my single bottle that i purchased for sampling .,aroma,0.4,0
i drank this from a oz bottle into my rochefort glass . the beer pours a muddy medium brown with amber highlights . no carbonation at all no head . the aroma is strong and super sweet . tons of super strong dark fruit prunes mostly and lots of vanilla . at the end is a nice hint of the wood . the taste is very sweet mostly vanilla . the finish is wood and alcohol . the feel is light and extremely warm also very sticky almost just sticks to your teeth . drinkability is ok for . overall this was ok. its very similar to the utopias to me . its very drinkable for a beer its almost like a after dinner drink . however its a little too sweet for me and there is way to much alcohol taste and feel on your mouth .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at the b . poured into a oz chalice for bucks . that sucks . a beige head a few shades shy of black . s roasted malt not a ton going on here t toasted malt some underlying hoppy bitterness to balance it out the taste . m crisp well balanced . d fresh bbc always pretty drinkable and this one follows the formula . a nice porter here .,aroma,0.6,1
a very tasty winter beer . poured from a magnum bottle the color of this brew is a dark mahogany . the head is fluffy off white and responsible in part for the best characteristic of this brew the nose . the nose is a wonderful mix of allspice nutmeg and a bit of cinnamon laid over a warm inviting sweetness . it s like sniffing a particularly delicious cookie . the taste is good but a bit of a let down from the nose . the sweetness implied by the nose does not materialize but is replaced by a balanced blend of sweetness and this is anchor brewing after all hops . this brew goes down quite smoothly and does not seem as high in alcohol as i thought it would . it does leave its mark in the morning though .,aroma,1.0,1
served out of a oz bottle . a clean golden color . smell is small hints of fruit . taste is crisp and refreshing . slight malt and rice flavour mouthfeel is watery but this is good if you are thirsty . i think as americans we forget our roots . prohibition killed off all the small breweries that could n t make other products to stay afloat also years before prohibition was repealed the great depression hit beer had to be made cheaply . the milwaukee breweries and budweiser kept beer brewing alive in the usa through the great depression . what was born was a new beer created out of need . and although its not great beer its apart of our history and i appreciate it for what it is . so to all of those people giving bud s ans s i want to remind you when examining beers we should keep in mind the style we are tasting . sure bud is n t as flavorful as a ipa or a lambic but its not trying to be either . its a perfect example of its style . i love my franziskaner . i love my dog fish head . and i love my buweiser . please dont be a beer snob be a beer lover .,aroma,0.6,1
starts with a malty aroma that leaps from the bottle like a racehorse . next comes four belushi sized fingers of vigorous head that sits resolutely like tanned whipped cream . the aroma continues to provoke the senses with a luscious mouthwatering perfume . though i couldnt make sense of the apparent bottling date on the label a . and i purchased this half liter bottle from a merchant notorious for his dusty wares it was immediately obvious to me that this bottle did not lack for freshness . this schwarzbier was easily as dark as any stout . its flavor had a tough time catching up to its exceptional aroma but still came through with a graceful sequence of sweet malts modestly checked with a light hop scheme .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance light yellow to straw colored . sort of an average look . head quickly dissolved into near nothingness . smell there s a slight malty aroma but you have to look for it . barely noticable . taste sharp nearly acrid taste of the hops hits the palate first very sharp and then just as quickly gone to a just perceptible malt hop taste . mouthfeel eh . not memorable . not bad enough to warrant anything below a . not good enough to warrant anything above a . . it is then . slight carbonation but barely tickles the back of the tongue . drinkability it s not horrible but it s not all that great either . perhaps my standards are too high . when i think lager i think a crisp memorable flash of a moment . what i get here is a brief walk by . better than some beers but worse than those beers i respect .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a bottle . rather light in color for an ipa golden . not much of a head a little lacing . a big floral hop aroma smells great . taste is bitter hopiness floral and citrus . not much else there to the taste just hops . light bodied with crisp finish . i like this quite a bit but it s kind of one dimensional and not on the top of my ipa list .,aroma,0.9,1
this is the second offering i ve had from this brewery and they both are poor examples of a craft brew . i should have skipped this one after i tried the scarlet lady esb . and then i read all the praise on the sides of their six pack container . award winning beers . not this one . who cares that the color was decent or it had a slightly appealing smell . i said slightly . it tastes bad and i am a fan of apas . skip this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
deep bourbon color . no discernible hop characteristics sweet as belgian candi sugar . a smokehouse aroma wafts out of the glass from a distance . raw smoke overpowers any flavors hiding in there . it s like drinking a mouthful of hickory bbq wood chips . those lines are going to need extra scrubbing . this beer has been on tap for three full months according to the chalkboard . need to nickel pint this or otherwise dump it . god forgive me this was the first beer i ve sent back in over years .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance an attractive looking hazy golden orange yellow held to the light . nice soft white head two finger pour that disappears quickly . the head leaves some nice lacing on the glass . smell bready from the yeast and slight sweetness . little uninspiring . taste not a complex taste . a soft orange taste with some grains and plenty of yeast for that bready character . very light hoppy bite and pleasantly sweet from the malts . a very good summertime drink . mouthfeel very refreshing . no lingering notes giving me a clean feel to the palate . the nice water edges and carbonation cleanses the mouth . think of eating a melon cantelope and how the mouth feels refreshed . drinkability i would give it a for a summer day but at this price i ca n t afford it . it cost me bucks a bottle in a sampler pack here in michigan .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a big coppery dark orange color with a good crown of foamy white head . huge tropical fruit aromas on this one passion fruit mango pineapple and bubble gum . nice hoppy flavors are there but this one is very malty as well . creamy with a good warming alcohol finish .,aroma,1.0,1
decent head with some lasting power . the liquid is dark straw with a touch of haze . leaves some chunky spotty lace on the glass . very nice start of a semi grainy and fully malted pilsner barley . but the hop is like smelling fresh hop cones . delicious . this is a highly hopped pils . good starting pale malt flavor no grain as in the smell . peppery bitterness that lasts long after the swallow . very rich for a pilsner . a very special beer to drink if you prefer your pils bitter .,aroma,1.0,1
i bought a couple bottles of double dog at an upscale grocery . poured in to a pint tumbler . pours a rich copper bronze color and is cloudy . a creamy off white head forms and is very resilient with some lacing on the sides of the glass . the smell is strong pungent and acerbic . there is a strong pine aroma and some sour citrus sells . the taste is not particularly good . it s got a lot of malt presence up front but the finish is overly bitter with some alcohol heat . mouthfeel is a little heavy and cloying . not the most drinkable beer and i think calling it a pale ale double or otherwise is a disservice . it does n t say ipa on the bottle but that is probably more representative of the style . it s a really overhopped dry hot hard drinking brew . it reminds me of full sail wreck the halls . i d pass on this one again .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer is quite close to getting a full point higher across the spectrum of taste feel and drinkability but for one flaw . the hops smell great but lack flavor to a degree . they re there and they re bitter but they do not have the wonderful perfume of the nose . on the nose the hops are floral and delicately citric . this comes through a bit in the flavor but there is too much bland bitterness for a higher score . it s almost astringent in feel . i certainly would n t mind trying it fresh on tap at a local bar but as is it is has a subpar flavor in a supremely competitive category . the beer also does not catch the eye . it s a clear lackluster yellow gold with good lacing and a nice head . something just does n t work for me about the color . i m completely nitpicking but i keep looking at it and mentally comparing it to really good ipas . my girlfriend is having a pliny now . i m staying away from that marvelous smell and flavor so as not to taint my tasting but it just looks much much better somehow . at any rate i think that santa cruz probably has some talented brewers . they just need to tweak this recipe a touch and bring out more richness from the hops . they can feel free to drive up from santa cruz to prove me wrong with a fresh keg . sidenote my girlfriend s post pliny notes were paint and menthol . sorry i just enjoy her blunt creative descriptions .,aroma,0.8,1
great divide hibernation ale oz bottle bottled winter awakened medium pour in a tulip glass . poured a murky amber orange brown with an average fizzy mostly diminishing light brown head . smelt of moderate to strong toffee caramel and roasted grain . taste was upfront strong bitter grassy hops roasted grain with moderate caramel sweetness followed by a harsh bitter sweaty and rustic yeastiness with a light caramel on a long bitter grassy and yeasty finish . palate was medium bodied oily lively carbonated strongly astringent and moderately alcoholic . overall a strong malty and yeasty strong ale . a little heavy on the alcohol and the astringency but that should mellow out with age . flavor is phenomenal .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle shared by a generous adam thanks . snifter . a hazy brown with a finger of beige foam . s this smells amazing . raspberry and strawberry jam with bread and peanut butter . this is the liquid form of a delicious pb j sandwich . unbelievable the aroma could n t be better . s the flavor is good as well but nowhere near the aroma . peanut butter and jelly sandwich on wheat . the jelly is reminiscent of strawberry blackberry and raspberry . impressive . m lower medium body with upper moderate carbonation . overall the flavor is good but the aroma is unreal . i could n t take my nose out of the glass . great stuff .,aroma,1.0,1
deep dark brown almost black the colour exiting from the oval green bottle into my tall st. peter s glass took me by surprize . under a light there s a bit of scarlet under the dome . light brown head is a half inch and large bubbles sit atop a wispy surface . with each taste there s a different array of thin ribbon lace on one side of the glass or the other . regeneration very good . the taste of this beer also surprized me as it drank so much like a porter . hoppy front end chocolate notes roasted malts and a long finish nicely balanced oatmeal any spices were subdued . i agree completely with what the label states this is a beer rich in flavour . the mouthfeel is creamy nice agreeable texture on a cold winter s day . first beer from this brewery there are others available at the lcbo now i look forward to trying them all .,aroma,0.6,1
simple bottle well done . nice amber with lower amount of carbonation . nice off white thick and clingy head . aroma of mild citrus . it was hard to smell . had to stick my nose right down over the glass . nice structured malty backbone perfectly intertwined with earthy grapefruit citrus bite . finishes a bit on the fruity floral side . rolls over the tongue a bit heavier to start but finishes clean and crips . excellent mouthfeel . very drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
go through stages of liken certain styles of beers always come to my belgians though and often dabble in dipa s and imperial stouts . anyways always seem to go with styles not fitting to the season and well we are in the mist of june and i m loving me some barley wines at the moment . girlfriend got me this oz bomber poured it into a stemless wine glass . thick vicious looking deep dark amber color . if poured aggressively it has a substantial sticky head . takes a minute or two to subside . smell well imagine a bowl of uncooked fruit cake batter . rum raisins dark fruits and figs dates sweet molasses and soft belgium brown sugar . taste velvety fruit cake batter more of the same from the nose . this beer is deliciously smooth and creamy . such a dessert evening sipper for sure . hops tone down the sweetness and really balance this beer out . alot of west coast barley wines here in the states like bigfoot and old crustacean are over hopped for the style . although they are great beers it just seems to me they dont fit in well with the style of barley wines . this however is a drinkable barley wine that is delicate velvety well balanced beer . . abv per what the bottle says its very drinkable in my opinion . i had a oz bottle and slowly consumed it over to minutes . the hour passed and it might of been the alcohol but i could of had another oz . try this one out i know if i come across it again im buying it .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a hazy sediment ridden sappy orange amber color . quite a bit of floaters and a huge fluffy white head that is fairly slow to dissipate leaving thick lacing everywhere . the smell is full of unripened orange and resiny pine sap . the hop profile melds wonderfully with the limp sugary sweet faint carmelized malty notes . the taste the heavy citrus in the nose does not come through much at all in the taste . the malt backbone is there but not very pronounced . some weak toffee and faint burning sugar . a very non aggressive hop profile adds some grapefruit pith and very mild pine flavor . this one ended up too sweet with a shocking lack of heavy ipa bitterness i expected . watery mouthfeel with ample carbonation . light bodied and very little coating . this would be a good one to introduce to the non converted . loved their dipa but maybe i was expecting too much out of this one . it is a solid brew very non offensive .,aroma,0.8,1
i poured this beer a bit aggressively and it came up frothing barely over the rim of the cup with a light white head that went away pretty quickly . the smell really jumped out at me with oranges and spice . it s a really cloudy orange color looks like i got some yeast in there too . taste is first spicy with a belgian y sweetness to it . after the spicy sweetness the flavor is really dominated by the alcohol . i had to check the bottle to see the abv . no wonder it tastes so medicinal . i would definitely stick with my comparison to a belgian style spice flavor from earlier but i would add that it also has a slight citrus element and is very sweet . it feels very full bodied especially for a wheat bear . i dunno . this guy is really dominated by the alcohol flavor . the malty thickness is there but the spice and sweetness just feels like it s trying to outdo the alcohol and it ca n t . well i m not going out to buy a sixer of these right away but it s worth trying just to get a taste for something a little different . in the end the alcohol is what dominates though and that s too bad .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a midnight amber with a smallish white head that melts quickly to a faint and tiny ring of bubbles . aromas are deliciously grapes plums candied sugars and lots of fresh mild fruits . taste is an immediate hit of alcohol then some of the dark fruits come forward in the aftertaste . molasis plums prunes raisins . then more alcohol.lots and lots of alcohol covered only slightly with sugars . i would like to praise this higher but honestly ca n t . the alcohol is too overpowering to make it a quality brew . only a very very strong brew . i like that . but only to get a big buzz before going to sleep .,aroma,0.9,1
picked this up in albuquerque last time i was there . vintage brewed for the th anniversary . ml pours a hazed reddish copper color . light pink foam is fluffy and thick but fades at a very rapid pace to near nothingness . nose is raspberry jam heavy and straight up . sweet and sugary but delicious and unique . alcohol is absolutely brutal on this bitch as the heat slaps you in the face with the force of fighting japanese midget minnow farmers . wow raspberry tartness is large in the margins . not nearly sweet enough to offset the supreme tartness and heavy load of alcohol . i can tell the beer had good intentions upon brewing but it seems like something got out of control somewhere along the line . i am sharing this with someone and can already feel the alcohol a flowin . put some lacto in here and lower the abv and we might be talkin its hard to drink now and it is already years old too much alcohol .,aroma,1.0,1
orignially sampled from bottle on june . reddish brown color w very little head this is a strong one . it s flavor is very rich w a slightly bitter finish . the balance of this beer is very nice . the maltiness is very enjoyable . another fine beer from victory,aroma,0.6,1
drank in a unibroue tulip glass out of a ml bottle at around f . vintage is not apparent on bottle and the label does n t match the ba photo it is yellow and has a large roman numeral iii at the top . cork has on it . bottle did not want the cork in it . it tried to take my eye out . the beer stayed inside rather well though and was easy to pour before head started coming out of the bottle . pours a gorgeous light golden color slightly cloudy as claimed with a massive foamy head which recedes in a reasonable amount of time . some head clings to the sides of the glass and legs are fairly evident as expected in a . beer strong pear pineapple aroma apparent through the alcohol and yeast . phenols apparent but seem to cooperate well with the fruits . probably one of the more interesting aromatic beers i ve ever had the pleasure of putting my nose over . flavor introduces some other elements fruits remain but some old garbage taste and alcohol comes to the front . as unpleasant as the old garbage sounds it s a bit like moldy cheese it does n t sound great but boy it adds some interesting interactions . flavor does n t quite measure up to the promise of the aroma . mouthfeel is pleasant with slight bitterness and medium light carbonation remaining . some creaminess sits on the tongue for quite a while which is an interesting feeling . carbonation really gets the alcohol into you this beer hits like a champagne . overall an excellent beer which suffers a bit from oddness in the flavor though not too much if you look at the score . it s still top notch but i feel it could be more appealing so i leave a bit of room on the flavor side .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased a single bottle for . to sample . quite intense purplish red color took me by surprise i was expecting blue beer . nonetheless it s very pretty . there is no doubt about it it smells like blueberry syrup mixed with malt liquor and it smells good . of course malt liquor mixed with blueberry syrup can only taste so good . it does not taste bad just very unimpressive drinkability follows taste here . i do n t think this is a nasty drink deserving of a f grade but it fails as judged as a beer .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into an snifter . . a first pour yielded one hand of head . after my fourth round of pouring i finally had a full glass . black color . two fingers of frothy tan head with pretty good retention and minimal lacing . . s surprisingly grainy which i like . roastiness some toffee and a touch of coffee . subtle grassy hops touch of burnt and a slight peppery yeastiness . fairly simple but pleasant nonetheless . . t fairly powerful and unbalanced roastiness . i think i m detecting some of the orange peel in the form of bitterness joining with the hops and roastiness . clove and pepper yeastiness . pretty dry . this could benefit from a higher mash temp . oats and brown malt are there and maybe a touch of chamomile . really mismatched flavors . this does n t seem to have any direction . does n t taste anything like a wit . . m lighter medium body . carbonation was explosive in the mouth initially . i had to wait a while and drink half the bottle before it was acceptable . i never got to a point in drinking this that i was happy with this . too thin too carbonated not particularly smooth . . d though the bruery seems to be doing a bit better with carbonation levels now late last year they overcarbed the hell out of stuff and this is none the different . i m all about innovative but they should have made a test batch of this first then decided it was n t going to pan out .,aroma,0.8,1
this one was n t bad . i think it s important for me to state that i am reviewing this about c f much warmer than i probably should be . it poured a dark red colour through which light past but just . off white foamy head with super sticky lacing . sweet banana like smell with a bit of spice . there is also a noticeable alcohol smell present as well . so far this is like a high octane dunkel hefe . there are however some chocolatey notes with some roasted malt present . taste is sweet and malty . there also seems to be a healthy amount of wheat present here as well . mouthfeel is quite thick and heavy . it s smooth but so is pancake syrup . this is very heavy and the . abv is only marginally concealed . i really like this beer but it s pretty heavy and very robust and powerful . i would n t be able to handle a whole lot of this in a sitting . glad i tried it though .,aroma,0.9,1
vintage im an impatient bastard . the beer comes in a corked ml bottle that didnt seem to contain any pressure at all . the dark ruby red liquid contains yeast sediment but after a careful decantation it is almost clear . there is no foam at all . i find it hard to grade the appearance as it is quite different from all other brews that i have reviewed im going to chicken out on this one and give it a sort of neutral . the smell is a complex one . in fact it reminds me of commandoria st john a dessert wine from cyprus those were the aromas that i noted sweet raisins sun dried tomatoes apricots arrack cognac marzipan alcohol glgg a swedish yuletide drink with wine sugar and spices . fantastic . the carbonation is almost completely absent but there is a sticky mouthfeel at the end of the gulp . the taste was not the sweet one that i expected . the first taste is again like a dessert wine . and just when i lower one s guard a veritable explosion of flavours and a very strong sour lemonade like bitterness hits the taste buds . this is a really powerful brew in all aspects . then the bitter explosion is replaced by a crisp dry taste filled with the same notes as in the smell really . after a short while most of the flavours fades away leaving a kriek like taste of cherries . the taste is overall strong this is a beer that must be allowed plenty of time and at that is a good thing . the aftertaste is long and filled with dry cherries raisins and a touch of cognac . the almost chemical bitterness in the middle of the palette surprised me it gave the brew an unbalanced tasting experience . maybe i should have waited a few more years with this one . oh . it just struck me that this beer got a lot in common with the few unblended belgian lambrics that i have drunk in the past .,aroma,1.0,1
if this was a tad thicker this would be a revelation . appears decent enough your typical dark brown with tan head . smell is the leader of the pack amazing scent of coffee cream smoke . taste does n t quite live up to the scent but is similar in character . mouth is fitting to the style but again i wish it were thicker . drinkability suffers from the mouthfeel since this is the only non style rating but i really like this porter . a big winner and a shade away from greatness .,aroma,1.0,1
a light yellow . hazy . thin white head that dissipates very quickly . s peaches . need i say more . t lots of peach favor with a big sour bite at the end . the carbonation is very noticeable . different but its not for me . the beer improves a lot as it sits . the sourness and peach blend much better but i still wouldnt want this one again . d medium high if you like this beer but low for me ill pass on this one again .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a clear golden color with a thin white head . no lacing . smelled like a mass produced beer . faint hops . not very pungent at all . taste is totally different than the smell . tons of bitter hops . slight sweetness on the front palate followed by bitter citrus rind and even more bitterness on the back palate . tasted a little unbalanced . high carbonation with a creamy mouthfeel . i really like victory but i was n t impressed with this offering .,aroma,0.4,0
got a gritty mixpack on sale drink before june date so i m guessing this was brewed a month or ago also their christmas mixpack a colored more like a dark red amber than a true brown ale . quite transparent minimal head no lacing . s sweet maltiness taffy candy maybe a touch of citrus hops in smell . best part of the brew . t has a cheap lactose sweet stout sweetness to it . biscuity some bitterness or i think its bitterness not hops though more of an astrigent dry flavor . not a fan . m clean dry light has a macro bmc like consistency to it . probably a good session beer if you like the flavor . o one of the more dissapointing brews i ve had lately . perhaps a bmc drinker would enjoy as it seems to me like a more flavorful malty bud . grittys is a pretty weak brewery .,aroma,0.8,1
vintage into a wide mug . at the bosses house so no globe or snifter . appearance nice deep colored pour with a good half inch of head . not much lacing but reatined a nice evan layer of foam through the most of the glass . darker color than i expected with deep cherry red and brown shades around the edges . smell good bit of vanilla and bourbon . followed by cherry and pistacio salad . took me a second to place that old familiar smell pistacio salad in the foam . as the head died down i got a bit of grassy hops . taste for the most part follows the nose . vanilla bourban and a bit of cherry . the hops is still a bit fresh leaving a mild sharpness . mouthfell medium bodied . i bit unbalanced with the hops but it just needs a months or so to mellow . nice creamy feel up front with a midly sharp finish . overall a damn fine beer . cant wait to try one in another months . one of my favorite styles that seems to fit somewhere in between a big red big brown and porter . the bourban and vanilla really add to this beer . i was worried that the bourban would dominate the flavor but it did n t at all .,aroma,1.0,1
did not mind would not buy appereance tarnished gold with a white head looks like a lager. who cares . smell call me surprised . i smell flowers and perfume and nanners like it is a mild heffy not the typical ball park golden beer smell . surprised . taste after the smell you ca n t call me surprised but you can call me slightly impressed . this is not my style of beer not the type crowd i run with but i am not offended by its company . i taste the flowers i taste a light fresh grain i taste a small small amount of a yesty thing in the back of my mouth. and i taste nothing that reminds me of pee pee . only complaint is a tiny tiny amount of trash in the back of the mouth taste but i mean tiny . mf nice oily enough to not be water and if you hold it in your mouth and make a fish face the bubbles tingle your tounge nothing wrong here . maybe water fans would think it is to thick i dunno . d how could it not be does not suck and has no booze in it . notes funny thing is my buddy gave it to me my best buddy and it is a year old . was kept in a fridge nothing has gone wrong with it . i have not had this beer before so i do n t know how it is fresh. i would not buy this beer but would be happy to drink up to . of them in one sitting if someone gave them to me. good lager .,aroma,0.8,1
poured this . oz . brown bottle into a chimay goblet . dated best before difficult to read due to smudged ink . this one felt lumpy as i poured . i thought i was imagining this . i poured gently from a bottle that had been resting upright in my fridge for weeks . when held to the light i could see chunks of gelatious yeast i hope . my beer looked like turtle aquarium sludge . smell was okay . juicy fruit and later cola . proceed i carefully sipped . taste was sweet raisins and somewhat tangy sour . pleasant but i could not handle the texture . i got a kitchen strainer and poured this into another glass . i did n t strain out much but broke up the huge chunks . as it warmed further it had a cola like quality . i could not finish this one due to the nasty texture and foul impression it made . from reading other reviews i see this chunkiness is rather common .,aroma,0.6,1
color dorado opaco su cabeza es fuerte y se mantiene el tiempo necesario . aroma es ctrico y dulce pero en un grado muy ligero . sabor se percata de inmediato la dulzura y sabores ctricos al parecer es naranja lo que utilizan similar a la elaboracin de la duvel pero utilizan mucho menos cantidad de ingredientes y el sabor se siente mas ligero de inmediato el largo se puede sentir o un sabor a meln . el alcohol se siente de inmediato combinando el sabor ctrico ligero y dando un muy firme sabor .,aroma,0.4,0
into an oversized wine glass . pours a dark red red with some orange amber hues . small off white head that clears away to nothing rather quickly . the nose on this thing is something that s actually quite attractive . dark cherries berries grapes and plenty of tart fruit . some belgian yeast and hints of oaky ness . some vinegar and wine like . first sip caught me off guard . boy was it tart . second sip and you really get start getting all these fruit flavors . there s just hint of malt that i can pick up here . it s like drinking a slightly carbonated wine and i m liking it more with each sip . the finish is short and sour but i like the complexity here . i m pretty impressed with this one here . here s to hoping the other two barrel room beers are just as good . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
poured out a clear amber orange color . the head was huge and creamy which gave off some strange aromas . something like peanuts and sour yeast . the taste did n t fare that much better . the body was weak and the hops did n t seem to ever kick in . a bland and ordinary beer that did n t impress me .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a nice golden color with a two finger head into my glass . aroma is sweet and grainy with a good dose of alcohol in the nose . taste is grainy and sweet nearly syrupy with a mild alcohol burn . not as sweet as the v.s.l . mouthfeel is full of lingering sweetness from the adjuncts . however its not as syrupy . feels more normal in that area . not bad . more tolerable than the v.s.l . not bad for the style . not too impressive otherwise but you should try it anyway .,aroma,0.4,0
a moderate pour yields two fingers of fizzy white head that dies down to nothing quickly . body is a pale pale yellow with exceptional clarity . even for a macro lager i m surprised by how pale this is . smell is thin and elusive a mild graininess is about all i can pick up . a sweet corn aroma dances around in the background barely making its presence known . taste is much like the smell mild and thin but inoffensive . there s actually a mild biscuity sweetness that i sort of enjoy an aspect of natty boh that i ve always appreciated to some extent . mouthfeel is pretty much what anyone would expect from the style light bodied and crisp . natty boh is drinkable for what it is . it does n t become atrocious when it warms it does n t seem to have that awful metallic macro taste even when drinking from the can and it s cheap as hell . not worth searching out but if you re visiting maryland you ought to try it at least once .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance clear yellow in color with a short head that falls apart immediately . plenty of carbonation bubbles rising from the glass bottom . smell peaches peaches and more peaches . taste the peach flavor is dominant here while the malt levels are a bit light . very dry and a bit of tartness near the end . no real bitterness here just a one dimensional beer that is quite bold but not complex . mouthfeel crisp and dry from start to finish . short but pungeant peach aftertaste . light in body . drinkability interesting for a one time try but this is just a bit too strong on the peach flavors .,aroma,0.8,1
i have discovered one issue with utah . .beers on tap can not be more than . by weight . .which coverts to like abv . .and it is unfortunate . .because the shot in the dark needs some body . heft or something . the appearance is good . deep and rich with ecru head . the scent is very good . roast and espresso . .unfortunately the taste was like coffee ground in water . .was n t creamy or had body . which is what i like in my stouts . this off course affected the mouthfeel and overall rating .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a deep brown almost black color more of a deep brown than a black color . the head is an impressive one finger head that falls to a thin skin on top and sits there bubbling like a fermenting wort . nice lacing on the side of the glass . s super sour pushing vinegar in the smell . it has an odd medicinal smell to it . a little lemon in it as well . i feel like i m getting a headache from smelling it . i almost get a feeling in my nose like i m smelling paint thinner . quite powerful and sour smelling . t not nearly as bad as the smell . a nice sour cherry tartness . not nearly as sour as the smell led it on to be either . it is sour but it s a nice mix of sweet and sour . sweet cherries and sour lemons . there is still a small medicinal taste to it but not much . there is a nice wooden funky taste to it as well . m dry with some tannins detectable . interesting mouthfeel but not bad . d pretty good . the smell was a bid turn off at first but the taste mad it better . nice beer but i dunno if i m gon na get it again .,aroma,0.3,0
poured chilled into a pint glass it pours a pale straw color with a seemingly pretty dense cm of white head on top . some clings to the glass as it dissipates . aroma is quite mild . mild citrus hops come through mostly on the nose . maybe also some pale malts detected but pretty disappointing really . sipping i notice right away that this is a rather hoppy flavored bitter ale . some biscuits come through as it crosses my palate and the finish and aftertaste are quite grainy and of biscuits . some florals also come through with a bit of pepper . overall quite bitter from the start through the finish . body is light to medium at most with a dry bitterness . carbonation is nicely balance . drinkability is decent . as advertised this would make a nice summer session brew . however it is n t something that knocked my socks off . i think sam adams offers a nicer summer ale .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a nice ruby red tinged mahogany brown and a thick tan head . a really nice looking beer . unfortunately the smell does n t measure up to the appearance . there s just not much there . a bit of sweetness . maybe a slight cherry smell . it s ok but nothing spectacular . well the taste certainly is nice . complex malty sweet and again i taste the cherries . what a smooth well rounded taste and a great aftertaste . mouthfeel is a medium body with a medium carbonation . nice . for this is extremely smooth and drinkable . a really good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a growler into a pint glass . head dissipated quickly . color is decently brown and looks red in the light . smells like copper and hops . taste is dry not sweet not enough malt flavor too much hops taste but not bitter . it s not full flavored . im not getting any nuttiness coming through . taste of hops is staying in mouth between sips . i m still new i just wanted to taste a beer from a growler and it was at the store . i would n t try it again . i was drinking long trail double bag all day yesterday so that might be influencing my tasting . i chose it because it s an english brown but it s taste does n t seem to fit the description of an english brown from this site . it does get much better about halfway through the first beer so i m less worried about having to finish this qrowler . i m taking the growler out of the fridge to let it warm up right now .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a tap into a pumpkin which was also tapped into my pint glass . very cool idea . props to steve the brewer . a very dark body almost looked like a stout . nice tan head . s big chocolate aroma up front . allspice pumpkin and other spices in the background . t heavy on the chocolate and coffee at first . the pumpkin did come out more as the beer warmed up . the brewer put pounds of local pumpkin in this batch very cool . m well balanced . i would have liked the pumpkin to stick out a little more on this one . d i believe this one was around percent abv . very drinkable pumpkin porter with quality local ingredients . love to see this in a beer . i plan on ordering a bunch more of these if they are still around next time i am back .,aroma,0.9,1
i kind of like their lager and certainly think that it s better than the big three . i was surprised to see this in one local store as i had read about it but never saw it . the first time i tried this i thought it was horrible . i did n t review it thinking maybe it was just the wrong night or something . i gave it another shot tonight and the taste of this beer is sickening to me . it starts out o.k. with a nice appearance and aroma . the tatse is hard to describe but i m a big porter fan and i ve never tasted anything like this . i poured it down the drain after two sips . this may be the worst tasting beer i ve ever had .,aroma,0.7,1
my wife took a sip before me and she likes blueberry beers . i asked her if she liked it and she said i could have one but i would n t want another . pours like ginger ale all popping and fizzing with a large bubbled head that is gone before i can say scheppevesance . the color is hazy light tea colored beer . a bit on the brown side not golden . the smell of the beer is sweet and strong with blueberry no hops can be detected . there a hint of soap like it s fake blueberry flavor i do n t know how many blueberries grow in rhode island . the taste is bitter . i ca n t taste the blueberries only smell them . the beer is very carbonated and has a strong dirt root taste that is hard to get down the gullet . way out of balance . almost no sweetness in the beer all bitterness . it s like they used the blueberry branches for bitterness not the blueberries . too bad i ll be sticking to maine for my blueberry beers .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into my favorite weizen glass . a very pitiful head for a hefeweizen . very little lace and no staying power whatsoever . the limp head can be forgiven though when i notice that this is one of the messiest weizens i ve ever seen . i love it when brewers take the whole unfermented thing as far as it can go . the sediment floating around looks more like orange juice pulp than yeast and the consistency is very thick . smell is very faint . not really anything interesting there . as for taste . well it seems that the orange juice comment was right on the money . this is one of the most orangy tasting weizens i ve ever had . mostly citrus some spice . nothing too fancy here . goes down pretty easy . a very meh kind of beer . big points for the appearance though .,aroma,0.4,0
the . abv stated on the label might inspire you to think it s american styled but the frigate on the label and short description of the style being brewed since the days of british colonial trade will question your first impression . let s get this on poured into a glass its glows with a deep orange color . now to smell piney fruity and hoppy . a little faint for what i was expecting . when the beer hits the tongue nothing happens at first touch but it soon transforms into a citrusy bitter treat . notes of raisins pinewood and a touch of yeast are caught in the flavors . the bitterness lasts long on the palate . american . english . does it really matter . it tastes good . not quite as bitter as their celebration ale .,aroma,0.6,1
oz pour from a nitro tap a jet black with a mocha colored one finger head . the nitro tap obviously enhances this score. s no doubt about the aroma complete creme brulee sweetness . strong vanilla notes sugar and faint chocolate aroma.southern tier really has a knack for completely nailing the nose on their brews t do n t know if i could drink any more than the oz i was poured . this is incredibly sweet and extremely rich . a perfect dessert beer . m light carbonation and you can barely detect any booziness . definitely a great dessert beer to be shared among people . one of the only stouts that my girlfriend will drink . another great stout from the blackwater series .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance cloudy reddish brown . some yeast sediment . head is thick and off white . lacing gives was to a residual ring that persists . smell sweet raisin and cherries . slight alcohol nose . very complex but i am at a lose for words . taste and mouthfeel malty sweet . hop bitterness is sharp and lingering . a slight chalky drying mouthfeel . this does n t taste as good as it smells . carbonation is light and does n t seem to fit . drinkability mouth coat and alcohol makes this beer difficult to drink . it may be good for the occasional tasting but i think it is n t the best representation of style .,aroma,0.9,1
pours no head except for a crescent of soap suds bubbles . hazy applesauce brown kind of like a weak apple cider . smell has banana and spice . taste is kind of like if you took a tart fruit juice and then watered it down until it nearly lost all character . sorry but i m quite disappointed . the bottle with the flip top stopper and the funky gecko on the yellow label had me hoping this would be a lot of fun .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a oz can into a snifter . a pours a beautiful black with absolutely no head . yeah what s up with that . s smells like roast and acetone . yup that s nail polish . there is a slight hint of hops with a even stronger hint of metal . ok i m not very impressed with this beer so far . t aaaahhh . it finally picks up here . rich dark chocolate and milky caramel overcome the palate . hops are present but very subdued . its nice and smooth from here on out . d as long as you hold your nose this has great drinkability . mouthfeel is thick and heavy . nice . overall this beer did not start out good but it really picked up and became a damned tasty beer . i get the hype behind this brew . however i ca n t help but feel like the canned ris aspect adds to its appeal . at the outrageous price can i do n t know if i ll be buying this one again despite how good it is .,aroma,0.6,1
where do i start . oh boy this has to be one of the worst beer ive ever had skunky un appetising yet morons drink this all night long . its appearance is extremely pale though it is packaged in a nice looking bottle shame that . little to no taste though perhaps you could compare it to dirty water . very light texture in mouth though not smooth at all . drinkable i guess if only option and basically you just want to get wasted then i would consider it . thumbs down .,aroma,0.2,0
picked it up on a whim . poured a very thick amber brown with a somewhat tan head . very cloudy liquid with a continual stream of small bubbles rising to the surface which keep a small ring of foam around the edge of my glass after the head has gone . smell was very mild and nothing i noticed about it stands out . taste was almost too sweet but with a small taste of hops at the end . the malts did n t stand out for me . the mouthfeel was pleasantly thicker than i expected and fairly smooth . over all a decent enough beer i just did n t find the same feel other posters here have . tastes more american than belgian to me which is ok . i agree that this is one for sipping but nothing wrong with that is there .,aroma,0.4,0
from bomber to bruges hybrid glass on i m performing a spring cleaning of sorts and finishing off the holiday beer in and around my home this being one of them . a it looks as it should golden amber with a surprisingly fluffy and dense . finger head . substantial lacing remains . s shocker . it s got that bland undesirable rogue nose . you know what i m talking about that grassy earthiness which might appeal to a hamster . t barley bready with hints of muted chinook hops . as it goes down i get an overwhelming amount of yeastiness on the back palate quite similar to rogue s dead guy ale . m reasonable enough it s fairly smooth and robust . good carbonation gives proper weight to this amber ale . o i ve recently had this one twice back in early december and then again last night . in my opinion this was slightly better and a bit more complex when fresh . it s certainly drinkable now but i highly recommend serving this one right out of the gate . on a positive note this is my favorite rogue brew to date which really is n t saying much . santa would approve .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle into a duvel tulip . a as i begin to pour this beer straight into the tulip i notice that there does n t appear to be any carbonation . i pour from higher up . nothing . higher still . nada . i dumb the last ounce of beer in with some force behind it and finally get about half an inch of huge white bubbles to show up but they do n t stay long . this one looks to be completely uncarbonated and to make matters worse the medium amber body is absolutely awash with huge chunks of swirling particulate . i m sure i dislodged some with my rough pour but this amount is seriously unnerving . this makes even the most unfiltered of ipas look crystal clear . definitely one of the least appealing brews i ve ever seen but i ll bump it up a half point for being a nice color for the style . s the smell is more what i d expect being a fairly nondescript mixture of piney hops and caramel malt . not bad at all actually . t follows the nose with extremely bitter piney hops far outweighing the moderately sweet malt backbone . this one does n t seem to have the strength or body to stand up to the alphas and the result is just an overwhelmingly bitter beer . i d be loving the hop dominance if the hop varieties used showed a bit more complexity but all i m getting is pine and bitterness . disappointing . m flat sticky and medium bodied with the occasional chunky floaty that gets caught between my teeth . pretty terrible i m sorry to say . d this is about as close to a drainpour as i ve ever had from a non infected beer . i ll finish it since it really does n t taste too offensive but i m not really enjoying it . notes wow what a letdown . i had really high hopes for this one but it really did n t deliver . it s been in my fridge since i bought it at julio s a couple weeks ago so i do n t think anything terrible has happened to the bottle . i ll be happy to rereview if it ever crosses my path again but this is most definitely a beer that i wo n t be seeking out in the future . cheers .,aroma,0.7,1
served on cask at al s of hampden into a nonic pint . a pours a clear dark copper color with a thin white head that leaves a very faint lacing down the glass . s strong tropical fruit aroma with hints of mango lemon and other citrus fruits . a slightly sweet smell from the malt is a welcome addition to the strong hop presence . t based on the smell i thought this was going to be a hop bomb that was not the case . the malt while hiding slightly behind the strong hop presence in the nose offers tons of sweet malt flavors that overpower the somewhat subdued hop presence . the hops are there just not as much as you would expect . m the body is medium light with the flavor being a little on the heavy side . fairly good carbonation that fades over time . the malt flavors linger on the pallet for some time afterwards . d the nose was much better than the taste . while i enjoyed the opportunity to try this one i just feel that it could have been better especially for a glass .,aroma,0.9,1
grabbed a growler from the taproom . pretty cool space there . fmz is a blend of partea pale ale and death march hopless porter . served in a brewers art goblet . pours a dark brown with ruby highlights . topped by a finger thick frothy off white head . head does n t stick around too much but then again half the beer contains no hops at all . smell is amazing . you can pick out both beers which is the goal of black and tans . prism hits the nail on the head because in the beer you can pick out the lemony hops of the pale ale and it goes very well with the licorice aroma of the porter . i could smell this all day . taste is good with notes of anise ginger and lemon citrus . there is a very refreshing quality from the tea an almost astringency but not medicinal . bitterness is there to help balance out the porter . mouthfeel is round and oily . the body seems mid range and definitely suits this beer . carbonation is right on not too much and at a very natural level . i d be interested in trying this out of a bottle . i believe this to be a unique and successful beer . it brings something else to the table and yet it works for the style . that is what i love about radical brewing .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pilfered pint glass pours a shade darker than morning coffee with far more opacity . thin quickly dissapating head . spidery persistent lacing . smells mostly like cocoa powder with just a hint of citrus y hops . definitely intriguing . starts sharp with roasty malts and more cocoa . the hemp comes next and the hops quickly follow with a sharpness that keeps the malts which are more present than i had expected from taking over . talk about balance . ends with another round of the same flavors in the same order but good lord does this beer stretch out . mile long finish . at the exhale i get red meat gristle . three plus minutes since my last sip and i feel like i brushed my teeth with this beer . this is a pretty high abv beer but the makers have done a fantastic job of integrating it and you wo n t know it until the glass is gone . definitely one to share with good friends . full bodied . nice tiny bubbles brush against your tongue instead of tickling it . overall a fantastic excursion from the ordinary . at over for a pack it s not for everyday drinking but i will be bringing this to the next poker game .,aroma,0.7,1
best before september . assuming month shelf life that suggests bottled early march . pours super clear apple juice golden orange . fluffy off white head with great retention and awesome sticky lacing . a great start . smell is a nice combination of pine and citrus hops . some sticky pine resin underlain by sweet oranges . very nice . smells light not expecting much malt in the flavor . where are all those delicious hops i smelled . as with many ipas i find that it smells better than it tastes . as expected not much malt . mostly bitter with some pine creeping in . but mostly bitter . finish is . bitter . hops are more than alpha acids in a cone . light medium bodied not quite enough carbonation . okay . was hoping for more after seeing and smelling it . taste does n t live up . just not much to it other than bitterness without much of the nicer flavors i want the hops to bring .,aroma,0.9,1
opaque black with a mocha brown head that dissipates to a layer of foam . not a lot of lacing but it might be my new glass . the first aroma is chocolate not chocolate malt but chocolate bar chocolate . who doesnt like that aroma . tastes like chocolate and oats with a wonderfully hoppy bitter finish . myself i dont detect the citrus aroma of the cascade hops that i know from reading the label are in there . bitterness yes citrus no . mouthfeel is thin and clean with enough carbonation to be refreshing . overall a great beer if you havent tried yet and intend to you are in for a treat .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dark hazy gold with a head that holds moderate and then has some nice inconsistent spotty lacing . the bubbles are sticky and prickly like the hoppy taste . nose has lime grapefruit and well .somebody droppped a canadian spruce in here . . taste is very clean and crisp with a slight alcohol warmth with lighter colored malt and those fruits . finishes bitter hop but cleans up very nicely . easy drinker . especially in the warm months . actually the warming effect would make this a nice year round brew now that i think about it . . so glad to see this only . mile from my home . and kept cold . . the ipa is my favorite from this brewery . oaked aba is my second favorite .,aroma,1.0,1
appears to be a great beer . deep copper . very bright . smallish head but great lacing . aroma is full of floral notes and hoppy sweetness . gummy . lavender . spicy . oh so nice . smooth on the palate . a smallish touch of burn on the way down the throat . more balanced than i was expecting . a nice sweetness up front and a good bitter back end . lingering bitter in the mouth . piney . i like this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a moderate head pretty thick . dark brown almost black color barely translucent . s smells of coffee hint of chocolate a little sweet . enticing . t noticeable coffee taste but not too bitter and a tiny bit sweet towards the end . m heavy carbonation the bitterness lingered a bit but not bad overall . d a good solid beer . i d have it again and i probably will buy it but it s not an everyday type of thing .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a reddish orange with very little head and modest lacing . the nose was surprisingly subtle could n t pick up much besides a distant chocolate and tartness . the flavor however was a different story big malty caramel initially giving way to an eventual chocolate sour cherry finish . great flavor combo . not overly carbonated medium bodied . great dessert beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a unique offering from bell s . pours out like any other stout dark thick black lower carbonation . no lace . aromas are medium bodied and fill the nose with cherries roasted malt and wood elements . taste was not enjoyable imo sour cherry and dark fruit flavors assault the tongue with roasted malts taking the backseat and hints of herbs and clove in the wings . mouthfeel is typical for the stout style perhaps a bit light . drinkability is not great . even for someone who dug this beer i ca n t see drinking more than one every once in a while . not for me .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at a a the pour is a decent looking golden color with a small white head . s this beer has cinnamon added rather than the traditional coriander . and the cinnamon is overdone to say the least . the beer has an almost meaty aroma sort of smells like pastrami strangely . t the cinnamon is similarly overpowering on the palate . lightly sweet underneath but then a heaping spoon of cinnamon straight to the face . the same meaty quality is present and just does not make any sense . m the body is medium with a somewhat light level of carbonation . d this was one awful beer . the cinnamon could have been a good idea but a smaller dose would have been a good idea .,aroma,0.2,0
cloudy golden orange color . egg shell white head that leaves considerable lace on the glass . lots of citrus mostly grapefruit . barnyard smells of raw hay and excrement . unappealing . the flavor is mostly spicy with the grapefruit and pine coming through on the initial sip . some sourness that adds to the flavor . little bitterness that only shows up in the swallow but it is the sourness that prevails . rather light in the mouth .,aroma,0.4,0
at the beginning i tend to agree with most of the other reviews and it is very hoppy . i found the hops a little too much . near the end it lost all flavor except for the hops . i had the beer while doing yard work and the after taste linger for more than minutes . water would not get rid of the aftertaste and i eventually had to get another beer to kill it . the next time i want this much hops i will go into my homebrew supplies and get a cup of hops and just chew on it .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a dark brown with a dark tan head that is huge and leaves a lot of lacing . i do n t know if i got a supercarbonated bottle or what but this one kept foaming over the top of the bottle . s smells of dark caramel roasted malt charcoal and a light smokiness . t quite astringent . there certainly is an abundance of heavily roasted malt . a burnt toast flavor with caramel and that charcoal smoke character . m a bit light in body a bit high in carbonation leaves an astrigent feeling . o a good try but they leaned too heavily on a burnt malt character without enough sweetness or hoppiness to balance . props for the bassett hound though .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at the brewery.the last of the pale ale ipa single hoppped beers i will likely want to pay for from jackie o s sadly . they just all seem way below average imo . arrived a very light golden wheat color with a short white head . spotted lace ran down my glass after each sip . ouch the smell is clean as in crisp and also cleaner as in cleaning solvent . lots of pine character from the hops and lemon pledge from whatever else . this one just smelled off to me i do n t get the praise for this beer . light and bitter hops on the taste . nothing too complex or deep though luckily it did n t taste as bad as it smelled . the malts are soft and bready . very dry going down . my notes say dry going on dry teen . whatever that means to you . i have determined that jackie o s just does n t make very good hop forward beer . plenty of breweries are better at certain styles jackie o s ought to focus on stouts and sour porters it would seem .,aroma,0.3,0
i usually enjoy a good wit so i was excited to try this after a buddy brought bottle back from wi for me . it looked fine in the glass hazy golden orange with a nice white head . the aroma was also pleasant typical spice and yeast . this beer caming crashing down in with the first sip . it was completely hollow . there was no backbone to this brew it was just mild spice flavors on top of water . maybe the bottle was from a bad batch but i realy thought it was awful . it tasted very empty no wheat no yeast and no hops . just a bit of coriander and a vague acrid flavor on the finish . this was one of the wateriest beers i can remember drinking . i suppose its dinkable enough the way any carbonated water is .,aroma,0.7,1
part of my shitty beer review series . a . poured from a oz brown bottle into a pint glass . dark yellow in hue with a small head . s. skunk . faint grains . t. the only reason this did not recieve a . awful score is that i could pick up a bit of something in taste i think it was some grain and a hint of malt . a lot of skunk and this bottle was not in the sun . m. light and watery . nothing much to it . d. try as i might i ended up pouring the last bit of this into the lawn . i will not have this again if i can help it . pairing suggestions stinky marijuanna thats about the only thing that could stand up to the pungent skunk taste of this beer .,aroma,0.2,0
the colour is straw yellow ebc the liquid clear . the airy white head is three fingers high it sinks slowly leaving soma lacing . the smell is very clean . some grass hay in the bitterness . fragile metallic hints and a very low sweetness . the taste got a strange off flavour of horses and stable in the start perhaps even some smoke . it is however very weak notes and they fade rather quickly . otherwise i find some sweet hints of cereals and a fine crispy bitterness . the body is medium . in the aftertaste i notice some grass hay flowers that really suit the style . the flavours are well balanced and clean with some sweetness and a fine dry bitterness . the finish is clean and bitter . the carbonation is light to medium the small bubbles are fresh . the liquid is light . a fine pilsener if it hadnt been for that off flavour . a shame really .,aroma,0.9,1
interesting beer . this smells of ipa and initially it tastes of ipa with strong pink grapefruit and copper malt backbone . but then there s a little bite of fake fruity artificialsweetness . reminds me of leiny s sunset wheat . almost like somebody dropped a shot of that in here . which is not a good thing . it really hits in the aftertaste and really turns me in the wrong direction on this beer . i give it props for the taste up front . and for the fact that it completely hides it s alcohol content . in that aspect i m not sure if i ve ever had a er that did n t have some alcohol bite . but that off put taste of fake sweetener is just turning me off of this one and it will be my last . traded a pack of dortmunder gold for two bottles one of these and a grolwer of highlands organic . great quantity trade but terrible taste trade . i ll leave the two hearted on the shelf and go with the columbus pale ale or liberty ale the next time .,aroma,0.8,1
i m not much of a wild ale connoisseur but i was willing to try this one based on the decent price lt and the pedigree of the two collaborating breweries . i am glad that i gave it a try . poured from the bottle this one has a rich reddish amber color with a creamy eggshell colored head that unfortunately was quick to evaporate . the aroma is pleasant but muted with a nondescript sweet and somewhat tart character . the flavor steps it up though with a bright little sour cherry funk that is held in check by a substantial malt backbone . i could t quite discern what contribution was made by the hibiscus or endive as this one was n t overly herbal or bitter . the texture is pretty great with a solid body and nicely restrained carbonation that makes this one a pleasure on the tongue . overall i found this collaboration to be a little sweet and a little sour providing a nice light balance of flavors . perhaps not as potent as some sour lovers would like i found it to be quite an enjoyable change of pace .,aroma,0.6,1
tasted from a snifter . a a very very thick and dark head about a finger thick . the beer s color can only be described as midnight . it appears warm and embracing . s the smell is hard to describe precisely but it is intoxicating . it smells like a very fine wood dipped in chocolate . that probably makes no sense but it is what i detect . it is also smoky and roasty smelling . there is a faint smell of bourbon . t light carbonation with a very sweet chocolaty roast finishing . it leaves a nice roasty malt taste in my mouth . m full bodied with light tingling . very creamy and coats your mouth . d although beer is cold this beer leaves me feeling very warm which is perfect for a cold maryland day . i would definitely welcome another .,aroma,1.0,1
oz brought home from montana in the fall and kept in the basement cooler . shared with my brother. mine from a shaker pint . very nice lite tan head with spiderweb lacing. very dark brown brew with only the slightest hints of red when held to a light . aroma is spot on. lite roased barley and dark roasted malts and chocolate overtones . even smells creamy . lite medium body despite a nice creamy finish. roasted grains and slight malt sweetness and an underlying acidic sour flavor . reminds me of my homebrews where i ve used a little bit of acidulated malts. sorta tastes off . i know that this is an aged version of this brew but i have notes dating back years and all have sour flavors . if black widow had a little bit more body and could pinpoint and get rid of the slight off flavor then this would be a very nice brew .,aroma,0.8,1
color essentially black with a diminutive palomino head . nose high quality dark chocolate espresso milk . palate chocolate milk with some espresso toffee and campari bitterness a touch of winy acidity and a very creamy mouthfeel . this is a lovely slow sipping beer . i sipped it while traffic s john barleycorn was playing on the deck of the sawmill taproom .,aroma,1.0,1
as a long time drinker and former hamms beer route salesman this is still a beer that holds up well.ca n t count the cases of this that has passed my lips but wish i could find it in the bottle . now if they would only bring back hamms preferred stock . we d be back in hog heaven . for the money its a real drinkable beer .,aroma,0.6,1
i ll admit i was a bit sceptical as i just had no idea what to expect of a bread beer . as it turned out the east end kvass was just fantastic from the first whiff to the last whisper of aftertaste . poured from the cask at the sharp edge it settled into my pint glass a cloudy whitish tan light bodied and creamy in appeance . the aroma was all yeast and fresh bread . the breadiness is much more assertive in the taste which is primarily that of sweet bread dough tempered by some mild finishing hops but leaving an very pleasant affertaste of bread pudding . the aftertaste is subtle but really lingers calling you back for more . the mouthful was nice silky light and creamy and with the low abv and refreshing quality of the kvass made for a highly drinkable beer . i hope i get the opportunity to truely session with this one before it s gone . as an update retrospect has made me really miss the refreshing full flavor of the kvass .,aroma,0.6,1
well here go the english trying to champion every beer style . poors remarkably not like a most wheat beers more transparent like an apa . smell is strong of yeast and is a little sharp . the taste is very light and delicate . too delicate for my taste . good mouthfeel not as thick as other wheat beers . overall very drinkable and worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance . oz bottle poured into duvel tulip . colour is a motor oil black . light toffee colour head starts at fingers in height and fades slowly almost compressing to create a creamier head . smell lots of roasted malts backed by the all too familiar belgian yeast dark and spicy . faint aromas of coffee toffee and alcohol . taste somewhat sweet dark fruit notes of plums and raisin roasted malts and spicy peppery yeast . a little boozy and warming . not as full flavoured as i d like . mouthfeel full bodied slightly carbonated finishes sticky . overall for a sam adams beer this is great . for a belgian strong dark ale this is a little weak . not as much flavour as i had hoped for but it is n t a disappointment . i may try aging one of these in the future .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a tall pilsner glass . appearance golden yellow and very clear . lots of tiny bubbles after the pour . only a bit of lacing . nice inch head turned to nothing in a few minutes . smell i thought the nose on this beer was the best part . malt with grassiness . fresh smelling almost floral . taste wow . that s one bold and bitter finish . the saaz hop really defines this beer . i really could n t get past the hop to taste much of anything else . maybe a slight bit of citrus . aftertaste reminded me of a grapefruit rind . it sticks with you too . mouthfeel nice round feel good carbonation . drinkability after one the bitterness kinda got to me . ca n t really have another . i found it to be a heavier pilsner which is n t a bad thing . i respect this beer and i find its history to be pretty amazing . but i really would have taste for this beer only once in a while .,aroma,0.9,1
no freshness date . pours copper with a huge thick beige head . i could n t stop this beer s head . even with a gentle pour of my glass was foam . it smells like raisins and cinnamon . amazing . like a christmas dessert . tart and sulfury . slightly bitter . the mouthfeel with full with co and not the silkiness usually associated with old ales . another one down the crapper . this is not my day for old ales . this is out of that have been undrinkable . bucks wasted .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to bobby for the share . a pours a visibly thin black hue oily and is capped with a smattering of tan froth . s the nose is quite nice suggesting vanilla oak smoky whiskey chocolate and marshmallows . basically the nose is colored like a s more . t the flavor keeps with the base beer s tradition of not delivering on the aromatic promise . in the case of dark starr it smells like such a roasty peaty stout and then it tastes it has the flavor sucked out in the case of dark intrigue it has the aroma of delectable s mores but the flavor of a snackwells or total lack thereof . it still tastes pretty good but the ghost of what could have been lingers over the brew . m the feel is too thin for a bal stout . o it is a nice beer but way underachieving and almost frustrating to drink as a result .,aroma,0.9,1
a black a lot of tan head s dark roasted malts and a lot of sweet creamy chocolate there s hint of caramel as well t hits with a very light hint of roasted malts and chocolate but they come in quite strong within the after taste . the chocolate is very creamy m almost no carbonation . very creamy . very expected of an english ale d its a pretty sessionable brew . its very easy to drink and the taste stays fairly well .,aroma,0.9,1
i ve always passed the lagunitas ipa up when i ve seen it on the shelf so i decided to give it a try . the carton claims that it is california s first ipa unchanged since . i probably would have passed it up for the smuttynose ipa if i had read this before leaving the store as i would assume a year old ipa recipe is not reflective of today s bold style . pour yields moderate bone colored head . it soon subsides to a ring of foam leaving behind patchy lacing . it s quite clear and straw amber colored . it has a very strong smell of fresh hops . pine citrus and maybe a bit of tropical fruit but quite spicy . the taste was a bit of a let down after the smell . there is not a lot of bitterness . it is also way too dry start to finish . there is no sweetness to balance out the hops which are barely present to begin with . it has a grainy start with a dry slightly bitter finish . the mouthfeel is good . and the beer is well balanced . i plan on drinking a couple more of these tonight it is just really not what i m looking for when i want an ipa . the smell is the only part of this beer to reflect it s ipa label . it does n t even compare to sierra nevada pale ale in hoppiness and bitterness .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle app nice puffy pils head . light golden in color . smell sweet pilsener malt and refreshing alcohol . a slight bit of hop scent . taste light on the malt . greeted by bitterness up front . very grassy hop flavor . ends with a light lingering bitterness and a strong mineral taste . low in taste . nice crisp and dry . wonderful light body . refreshing and highly drinkable but when paired with food it tastes like soapy chemicals .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to flexabull for including this beer in the ugly bif . pours a murky reddish brown color minimal head and no lacing . smell is mostly malty but also has a sort of musty . aroma hard to explain . taste is very malty no kidding . slight honey presence the is very well hidden usually i do n t like barleywine s because the alcohol is always evident but this one was easily drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
pours pitch black with hazy dark brown edges . a thick very dark brown head sticks for ages finally leaving a wide stripe of lacing behind . smells of very sweet caramel malts black licorice taffy and pine . tastes a bit cloying at first . underneath that exist some toasted malts nuts faint dark chocolates alcohol and grain . goes down big somewhat smooth and a little dry at the end . after a few drinks the sweetness becomes overkill . a decent ris in all respects except the one that really counts the one that ends up destroying this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a very hazy burnt orange color . the smell of tangerine jumps right out at you the moment you free this beer from the bottle . i do n t have to swirl or inhale . tangerine just fills the room . wow . this is a unique ipa . fruit fresh from the tropics start this beer off . mango maybe . the flavor actually kind of mutes itself in the middle and the hops kick in during the finish and stay . i love beers where you are still tasting the hops from the previous sip when you take the next sip and this is one of them . the hops are very citrus in nature and somewhat floral . i do n t detect the piney nature of a lot of ipa s . mouthfeel is very dry and not sticky like a lot of ipa s . the dryness is nice and kind of refreshing . at this is an excellent session beer that is full of flavor and will make a positve impression on your tastebuds . thanks to swedejay for the bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
overall a decent beer better than miller chill corona and bud lime . first off this beer is better than corona excepially because theres no fruit in beer and this doesnt need fruit to enjoy . for the price it isnt worth it weekly or nightly it goes down smooth with a good taste there really isnt a smell and it looks like an other beer in this category,aroma,0.4,0
pours with a light beige head over a golden body . smell is very floral kind of reminds me of an herbal aroma . ripe orangey notes underscore this really pleasant nose . sweet on the palate to start warms up a bit as it rolls across the tongue becoming more complex and on the verge of being spicey . the flavor accumulates on the back of the tongue like cinnamon and corriander . a little puckering but in moderation it feels like a good old ipa . i know from experience that this is definitely not the ipa to over do it with . the hops and spiciness become very monotonous after more than say three bottles or glasses . i could enjoy these once in a while .,aroma,0.8,1
a very beautiful dark brown barely transparent reminds me sap . good two finger head but it didnt stick around for long . s not as potent as i thought it would be smells like im in the woods ha . t malt . .the roasted malt is very apparent in this brown ale also a strong hop finish that you would nt think would be there . m relativly heavy and very dry o not the best brown ale i ve had but mos def one of the better ones .,aroma,0.6,1
a clear burnt orange color with a fluffy white head . nice retention and lacing . s toasted malt cinnamon spices and a mild fruitiness . very much like a pumpkin pie . t compared to the aroma the taste is a letdown . there s a brown sugar sweetness at the start along with some spice . the finish is slightly sour . overall it s not a very distinctive flavor . m very watery with a fair amount of carbonation . seems more like a lager on the tongue . d nothing special about this pumpkin ale and there are many others that i d choose first . not really a bad beer but i have no desire to drink another .,aroma,0.8,1
a poured a golden yellow with a white creamy four finger head . bubbles seem never ending . but they did end . creamy froth envelopes the glass as it empties . s nothing . i tried many times but could get nothing out of it . almost a skunkiness . uh oh . t pilsner like . after reading some other posts i did notice the grassy hops . i would n t have made the distinction without the help though . m light and mellow yet some bitterness . not much taste at all . sure does seem like any other english ale i have had . not much to them but head . d not so much. i could if i had nothing else .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage on tap at brewery on . black opaque no head . big aroma full of treacle vanilla oak and hints of raisins and bourbon . initially sweet like molasses with vanilla and burnt oak . finish is dry with lingering raisin and licorice flavors alcohol is barley noted . thick mouth feel with no carbonation . alcohol slowly warms the belly . slow sipper . an acquired taste but very good . i d like to see more carbonation .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled on pours a brilliant gold color with a craggy white head that absolutely coats the glass as it descends . smell is subtle and surprisingly fruity . no real standard pilsner skunkiness either . taste is very good a nice malty quality balanced by a sizable dose of grassy hops . smooth and spicy on the finish . mouthfeel is good creamy but with a nice carbonation kick . drinkability is very good i wish macros tasted like this . overall an outstanding example of the style . the very balanced malt and hops make it a pleasure to drink . glad to finally see lagunitas is michigan .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance wow that s foamy . pours a deep ruby red with lots of head on top to complement the dark brown underneath . dissipates fairly quickly . smell not all that present but when stirred a little there is a noticeable dark hazelnut aroma . smells pretty good when present . taste decent at best . does n t taste as dark as it looks and the light texture leaves a bit to be desired . still i find nothing truly negative about the beer and it s definitely around the average quality rating of taste for a dark hefeweizen . mouthfeel at first i thought i enjoyed the feeling in the mouth but the carbonation quickly kicked in and i realized it was n t what i thought at first . if it was n t for the slight sting of the carbonation it would be above average in this aspect . drinkability mediocre . taking more than a few sips gulps at a time produces a weird feeling of taste as it s going down . individually sipped it s alright . overall i expected more especially from the nice look of the initial pour of the brew but it s not a bad hefeweizen . just not one that i would buy too often or at all if there are other choices around .,aroma,0.8,1
a black as can be no light passing through frothy tan head . s burnt cocoa roasted coffee raisins anise . extremely full smell very good . t sweet dark fruits up front then a booze laced chocolate and toffee . has a smoked coffee type finish . it s top notch . there s hints of booze throughout and a slight hop in the finish . m smooth and almost juicy a little strange for a stout but interesting . o it s a keeper .,aroma,1.0,1
ok . this beer is nutts . the smell of spruce blew my senses away and the taste equals it kind of a wintergreen after taste . come on and this suppose to be ben franklin s recipe serious i think ben was smoking spruce . lol . now back to this review . if the hint of spruce was n t in this beer it would be a good strong ale . but i do give yards props to put out this old bold recipe and sure there fans out there that like this beer but i m not a fan of this at all .,aroma,0.4,0
a bit less then the bottle poured into a shaker i understand the brewer s intent the yin yang black tan which i will do with the rest after having it solo yang is auburn with a big bubbled thin off white head leaving thin smatterings of lace . smell is impressive relative to low expectations i m skeptical of hop forward beers that are n t locally made and consumed fresh but this one still has a resiny punch in spite of it s journey from scandinavia with a little oxidized biscuit malt as well . taste is pretty malty iced tea crystal with modest hops more in line with what i expected from a well traveled export dipa priced with all the tariffs . the fusels are fairly dominant as well battling the hops on the lingering finish . mouthfeel is oily medium bodied . drinkability is okay it s an dipa i d ever by again compared to our local offerings but aside from the qpr which i knew going into it would be bad due to the journey it took to get here it s not bad by any means . as part of the yin yang b t pretty good more balanced but really just a hoppier watered down version of the ris . note i do n t pour b ts ever and my sloppy back of spoon technique was a fail so it was a true blend rather then layered if that was n t the intent .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance surprisingly good retention on this eggy looking brew with a sticky white head and a yolky golden yellow body . smell not really ale like at all more lagery in its simple clarity . there are some sweet hawaiian bread notes from the malts a touch of tangy lightly peppery hops and something tart and fruity that reminds me of kalamata olives . not bad but nothing at all here says scotch ale to me . taste not bad but i still am not quite convinced that this is meant to be brewed in the scotch ale style only that it is brewed with whiskey malts . those malts are somewhat lost on my palate partly because they do n t seem any different from ordinary caramel malts and partly because of the saazy hops and rummy alcohol that distract pleasantly from the sweet malt base . this tastes like a fairly ordinary blonde doppelbock not a scotch ale . mouthfeel pleasantly thick and sticky with very soft thin carbonation . drinkability meh . what s the point of this beer . for all its sweetness and its strength it s got no real character . the whiskey malt gimmick is just that a gimmick and it is n t particularly distinguishable from any old european strong lager .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a tulip a. beer is a dark brown with red and ruby hues . a slight vigorous pour gave it some small but very fizzy head like pouring a can of pop . nothing really impressive but my first whiff of this beer has me ready for more . s. an incredible aroma on this one . big time smells of bourbon vanilla and oak with some dark fruit coated with brown sugar . reminds me a lot of the ba behemoth . absolutely fantastic . t. awesome just like the nose . tastes of bourbon caramel and booze soaked dark fruits covered in brown sugar . a little wood bourbon barrel taste as well which i enjoy as well and not too barrelly like some cheap ba beers . only thing i d knock on this is it s a little too boozy but otherwise stellar . m. beer is medium bodied with low carbonation which is n t that bad for a ba monster like this . a little sticky syrup as well which was expected judging from the sweetness . a bit hot as said above but very tolerable . a nice sipper . o . a fantastic ba beer . i think it almost rivals a beer like ba behemoth . incredible smell and taste unfortunately difficult to obtain in my area even for those in mi . special thanks to wadsey for giving me the opportunity to try this . i had a small sample of this at the michigan winter beerfest but my palate was already wrecked at that time .,aroma,1.0,1
p the ingredients listed on the bottle are water malt hops and myrtle from the ardeche . the myrtle is . a poured cl bottle into an oversized wine glass . small white head dissipates quickly leaves some lacing . the liquid is a beautiful cherry or sangria color . s very artificial . i only smell red candy or cherry syrup . it smells like soda . t amazingly it does n t taste like soda or have a candy like sweetness . i taste hibiscus and dark cherry . there s sort of a herbal natural fruit flavor that i ca n t put my finger on presumably myrtle berries . there is a very light hop bitterness underlying the fruit taste but it does not get in the way . the finish is herbal fairly clean . m medium body for a light ale light carbonation . there is a little bit of pucker in the aftertaste but not with the sour characteristics of a lambic . d i was pleasantly impressed by this beer . it s one of the best non lambic fruit beers that i ve tried . it has a nice fruit taste but is n t sweet . for the style it s a quality beer .,aroma,0.3,0
poured from a oz bottle into a snifter . the appearance to some might appear displeasing but to me its awsome . poures a golden semi transparent pasty orange . alot of floating hop sediment . finger fluffy white head . assortment of bubbly retention . nice layered lace lines . aroma is quite hoppy mostly grapefruit pine citrus rind . mild buttered bread aroma some pinneaple a hint of spiced banana . alot of the hops are in the aroma its pretty laid back in flavor still hops are present . big carbonation up front minerally water pretty watery mouthfell . chalky paste like flavor some toasty bread flavors piney hops and mild sweetness . super thin watery mouthfeel with soda water like carbonation finish is dry and hoppy with a bitter hop linger . kinda dissapointed in the taste . the aroma s really pumped this beer up to be a hop moster and i was left wondering what this beer could have been .,aroma,0.9,1
i will re rate this again only after i find an aged bottle some time in the future . this has to be bad when relatively new and must get better as it ages to get some of the decent reviews i have seen . i have sampled this brew twice now with no change in feeling . i have had many a beer in my life but this stuff is the worst crap that i have ever tasted . if you know me you know i do n t say this lightly but give me a bud please over this . nuf said . it tasted horrible . how dare they sell this crap . the only thing it is good for is to sit it on a shelf let it age and admire the pretty bottle .,aroma,0.2,0
blah . did i get a bad bottle . aroma was pleasant but stale . caramel and dark fruits . pour was a flat light brown with no head at all . taste was uncarbonated . same texture as a guiness . flat as water . hot caramel and dark fruits in the taste but thats about it . strong alcohol burn in the aftertaste . nothing complex . the lack of any carbonation and the reviews below me tell me this beer is actually carbonated and i had a flat bottle . must re rate .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle into a duvel tulip it s a bit past its best by but as its been in my cold fridge since well before that date i m not too worried . a pure clear bright amber body beneath an inch of off white head . average retention and lace . pretty standard but not bad i was kind of hoping to see some yeast haze given the style though . s well despite the clarity there s no lack of yeast character in the aroma in fact it s pretty much the only player . floral fruity and quite spicy this is a rather intense and enjoyable duel between esters and phenols with the former coming out on top . i love how the yeast is totally foregrounded and yet delicate enough not to be medicinal or chalky . very nice indeed . t cinnamon is the first thing i notice followed by some green apple esters and a touch of thin malt . phenolic spice and some light bitterness on the finish . it s enjoyable but quite rough compared to the lovely aroma . m light bubbly and a bit prickly . good life but not as creamy as i d like . o this is n t a groundbreaking beer by any means but for the price and availability i m a big fan . i d gladly drink a pack on a sunny day . cheers .,aroma,0.9,1
this was my first experience with an arcadia ale and i most likely will never try their beer again if i have to pay for it . appearance cloudy mustard red with volcanic science fair style head . this beer takes about five minutes to pour . smell harsh up front but sweet and hoppy at the end . taste this ale simply tastes like medicine and is actually the worst ipa british or american i have ever sampled certainly not worth the outrageous pricetag . mouthfeel hampered by the feeling that someone dropped alkaseltzer in my glass the mouthfeel is truly abysmal . drinkability i do n t actually know what this part means but since i did get through the beer without dying i ll say it s average . i wo n t however be drinking this again .,aroma,0.6,1
pours golden with soft white head that slowly fades to dense layer at the top of the glass quite dense a bit downsliding patchy lacing . aroma is very pleasant and soft sweetish malt with mild floral hops hints of pine slight citrus it is a wonderful combination i spent some time just enjoying the aroma . taste is a bit harsh grassy and sligthly lemony hops unfortunately the taste is soon gone and just pleasant and rather long lasting bittery aftertaste remains . mouthfeel is about medium average carbonation and very slight and smoothl almost unnoticeable alcohol warming . overall nice and quite drinkable beer .,aroma,0.9,1
a crystal clear amber color with a finger white head that seemed to dissipate rather quickly . leaves decent lacing on the glass however i would have desired a head that lasts a little longer . s a nice balanced smell . not too sweet not too strong . fruity and floral very nice . t slight malt at first taste but the bitterness of the hops kicks in and lingers . it s a subtle spice that seems to melt in your mouth . well balanced sweet bitter ratio . i personally would prefer a little more sweetness fruitiness though . m crisp smooth but full of character and substance . d an easy drink . goes in easy goes down easy . and leaves you wanting another . sam adams boston lager is my go to beer . it s always good always reliable .,aroma,0.9,1
looks almost like an apple cider in the glass . with a good head and some lacing that faded gradually over about five minutes . spicey flowery boquet in the nose . with a hop background hidden by the sweet yeast strain . nearly smells like flower petals freshly blossomed . odd . the flavors are very much what you get in the nose . flowers all the way but the hops make the sweetness upon entry fade very quickly on the finish . very yeast driven beer . not necessarily what i like . mouthfeel is okay but not great . the amount of hops on the finish leaves a very grainy residue on the palate . definitely a food beer . i could n t drink more than one of these .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to a generous ba for sharing some of this with us at the splinter black release . served in a savor snifter . pours a reddish color with a bit of rust . zero head zero lacing and zero carbonation . well not quite the last one but pretty close . the nose is intensely sour with quite a bit of very strong lactic character and a mild amount of acetic acid . some cherry presence lingering in the background . it s rough but i enjoyed it . the taste is a different story . this is over the top source and the slight fruit presence from the nose is completely gone . instead there is an incredible amount of pucker factor and a hefty dose of vinegar . after alex shared that santa fe wild a few weeks back i thought that i had reached a sour peak . not necessarily so . i ll bump the mouthfeel for the fact that i somewhat enjoyed trying to choke this down before it melted my nearly frozen insides on this frigid frigid morning . oh yeah it s flat . drinkability was not good . if not for the pure novelty of trying to drink something this sour there s not really much to enjoy here .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a ml bottle into my dogfish head signature glass . an aggressive pour yields a very thin mocha cap on top of a pitch black beer . there are sheets of spotty oily lacing left on the walls of the glass with each swirl . the smell is definitely the best part of this beer . a big blast of roasted malts and dark bitter chocolate lead the charge which is unexpected . beyond the initial bitter notes there is a caramel vanilla and alcohol sweetness followed by a robust maple characteristic . the sweetness meets my expectations perfectly and is held back by the roasty malts bitter dark chocolate and the well incorporated barrel components . the flavor is a bit more muddled than the nose as the maple and alcohol kind of takeover the roasted malt and dark chocolate notes . the sweet vanilla caramel and booze are present throughout complementing the maple nicely . the flavors are really helped along by the barrel component of this beer as the wood and oak flavors help to balance the sweetness . the finish is nice dry maple complimented by a slight welcome alcohol burn . the beer is lightly carbonated and has a nice full body . the alcohol is present throughout but not overpowering in the least . this one is a sipper for sure but that s to be expected from a imperial stout . the brewer recommended laying this one down for months or more and i ca n t wait to try it with some age . i think this one is a bit too hot but will go from a really good beer to a great one over time . another well done beer from lawson s .,aroma,1.0,1
bottled appears reddish dark brown with very little rosy white head despite being poured aggressively . does n t look like a stout very unpleasant smell . rotten fruits and medicinal booziness . cherry cough syrup . the smell is offputting makes me scared to drink this . the taste is n t nearly as bad as the smell but that s not saying much . typical chocolate maltiness . no roast flavors . barrel aging is not noticeable . disappointing mouthfeel for a stout . way too thin tough to drink because of the smell . nothing special in the taste to make up for it . i hope this is just a one off gone wrong and not the product they were expecting to end up with .,aroma,0.3,0
pours to a cloudy golden orange with minimal head . smell is mostly of malt and a bit of hops not much there . the taste surprised me with a well balance of malty sweetness up front cutting to a nice hop bite with a breath of alcohol . the hops were n t too strong but just right . mouthfeel was creamy with a little carbonation . this beer is very drinkable nice and balanced . great choice .,aroma,0.6,1
the colour is medium dark red brown the two finger thick pale beige foam is quite thin . the smell is quite soft . the dry notes mixes with aroma hops fruity malt and crisp bread . the carbonation is refreshing and strong . the taste is somewhat sweet with a passing metallic bitterness . it develops into a bittersweet harmonic taste with notes of rye bread and some almonds . the aftertaste is balanced with notes of aroma hops and a small touch of salt . i found this beer very easy to drink and it works fine with the complex tastes of the swedish yuletide smorgasbord .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a clear golden colour with minimal head . smells very heavily of rassberry with a malty edge . slightly bitter finish . rassberry hits you first . .sour rassberry . very nice . but as was mentioned this does taste like a pop . very little to id this as a beer . feels like a lighter beer . but it is a lighter beer so . . overall . nothing overwhelmingly awesome but good non the less . def refreshing .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a bottle into a tulip glass . a a nice orangish amber color . decent head retention . an attractive beer . s strong pumpkin smell with hints of nutmeg and other spices . very aromatic . t pumpkin and malt flavors dominate along with hints of other spices . can taste a little bit of alcohol heat from the start . m medium bodied and the carbonation is right . there s a little bit of alcohol burn that lingers in the aftertaste . nothing overpowering though . the imperial pumpkin lives up to its name it is definitely a strong pumpkin ale . delicious and tasty but it is not a beer that i would be able to drink too many of in one sitting . a nice beer to enjoy as summer turns into fall .,aroma,1.0,1
simple black with no visible highlights . the dark caramel colored cap is soft and featureless with an audible cracking noise as it disippates . that plus the loud pffft on crown cracking does not bode well for the mouthfeel . heads like this do n t leave any lace . i m impressed by mjs s nose because it s exactly as advertised . the brewery uses roasted and chocolate malt along with french roast coffee . it tastes like the latter will be dominant on the palate . as suspected the mouthfeel is less than stellar . the beer is way too thin especially given the . abv and has a fizziness that has no place in a beer of this style . or a beer of any style for that matter . an excessive amount of time since bottling might be responsible but with no label date how am i to know . the flavor is suspect as well . in fact it s more than suspect it s been tried and found guilty . there s an overpowering lemon juice and sour milk puckeriness that ruins whatever roasted coffee bean and chocolate deliciousness might have been present . i ca n t believe that i m only dealing with old beer . i ve had plenty of aged big stouts that tasted great . mocha java stout is my fifth kbc beer . none of them have been great or even very good but this is the worst of the lot . if i was guaranteed a fresh bottle i might give it another go . otherwise i d just as soon forget this whole experience .,aroma,0.8,1
for some reason this is the first beer i have on my list for our malt liquor tasting . a blackish brown beer with a little beige head that left some spots on the sides . s if you like coffee this is actually really nice . great roasted coffee and espresso aromas along with a little unsweetened cocoa and vanilla . t taste is a big let down . coffee flavor is a bit thin and really needed something else there to give the flavor more heft . think coffee gone cold and bitter . m medium bodied with a little too much carbonation . o it s not a great beer even if it is farily easy to get down . do n t want this again .,aroma,0.9,1
gemini from beer run charlottesville va. split at a tasting w my portion poured into a tulip . appearance a surprisingly light copper colored brew with sprase but terribly slow and fine bubbled carbonation you can tell this one s gon na be incredibly thick . the one finger white head is foamy clingy fantastically sticky and leaves what are some initially nice swaths of lacing though they do get runny glittery watery after a while . aroma whew . an absolutely divine aromatic mess very minty and herbal though its absolutely laden with tropical fruits of all sorts berries strawberries pineapple peach grapefruit . i d call it pliny esque if that were n t sacrilege so instead i ll just say it s incredibly pleasant and one of the best smelling beers i ve had had the pleasure to well smell . taste like the nose this one s very herbal and minty similar in the hop profile to the st krampus but a little heavier with more citrus and a slight tartness . the bitterness is moderate to high and it s well balanced in great dipa fashion by creamy heavy sticky malts sightly roasted but largely simply sweet and sticky with overtones of honey and candi sugar though i m certain both are absent . mouthfeel incredibly thick though with enough carbonation to puff it up considerably . it remains even and largely creamy though even with a slight prickle though it s hard to tell if it s due to alcohol heat bitterness or effervescence peeking through the thick shroud of malts . drinkability surprisingly high . this is a well made and well balanced dipa which hits most of the right notes and only loses points for those things that most nonetheless well made dipas lose points for being too thick alcohol retarded lacing etc . i believe i rated this one higher than both the hoppe and the unearthly and it s always nice when the final product is greater than the sum of its parts .,aroma,1.0,1
pours brown and hazy with a decent head . not much lacing in my glass but there s enough carbonation to last through the drink . i absolutely loved the smell of this chocolatey with some sweet fruits from the yeast and subtle hop profile . the taste is just what i expected sweet and malty not much hops at least in the sense we americans seem to think of them to speak of but i think they support the beer well saaz and goldings is what the bottle says to give it a bit of fruitiness to compliment the sweetness . it may be the ml bottle or the alcohol but i would n t drink more than one of these though i did enjoy drinking the one i had .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle serving . clear golden body with a slight haze . fingers of head from a fairly aggressive pour . nice lacing as the head subsides . nose is mild malt with a hint of floral hops and maybe some citrus . flavor is characteristically german . sweet malt up front with the floral hop finish . very thirst quenching and tasty . made to be quaffed in huge mugs at a fest or just in the local gasthaus with friends . excellent . mouthfeel is crisp and clean without being watery . drinkability is outstanding top marks . i greatly enjoyed many beers like this during my time in the usaf in germany . a fine example such as this just makes me homesick for more .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . single purchased at a local mart in union . pale straw color as you would find with a beer like this smells skunky . tastes though not bad the skunk i smelled is barely in the taste this was a green bottle overall it is a better than average malt liquor maybe if it was in a brown bottle it might be even better .,aroma,0.4,0
best by july . me and thepeskydinko are enjoying these tonight . poured into new belgium globe glass . color is a dark dark burnt copper . . finger dark tan . leaves some lace ring . this is weird but it started out smelly very skunky but then it went away . i was quite shocked . smell is very complex . raisins dark dried fruits . banana notes . slight earthy hopes . awesome . taste is very complex as well . alcohol is noted as it is . abv . very fruity . some zests . banana . raisin is deep . pretty tasty stuff . mouthfeel is creamy a little bitter smooth . leaves a pretty clean aftertaste . well carbonated . overall this being number overall i was a little disappointed . it is an amazing beer but i have had better . i really enjoyed the smell . the alcohol was a little overwhelmng . i do recommend though .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pint glass . a dull pale yellow appearance with a little bit of bone white head . s not sure how to characterize this . almost medicinal or grainy . nothing good here . t strange sweetness like corn and sugar with a finish that is watery and not exciting . m not unlike mineral water but without the refreshing component of the water . d not my cup of tea but i can see how this can be consumed in mass amounts there s really nothing to it . not recommended .,aroma,0.2,0
this beer poured a cloudy golden copper color with a thick head . the smell is bold of hops . . wow this beer is very hoppy with enough malt to counteract the bitterness . it ends up being quite flavorful and works well . the mouthfeel is full . this is a delightful ale id recommend it if you are in the mood for a big hopped beer .,aroma,0.9,1
pours with an easily fat three finger thick darkish tan colored head . the beer is a very dark brownish amber color but shows a brilliantly clear concentrated ruby color when held up to the light . the aroma is nice and malty with a mix of hops fruit and darker grain aromatics . aromas of berries and toasted grain light coffee notes are noticeable at first but then a particularly sharp almost weed like herbal hop note comes to the fore . initially the aroma was quite inviting but that was all of like two seconds . this really green overly vegetal just bad aroma is here somehow and it is hiding all of the rich malt notes that i know are here somewhere . it smells something like an overly moist just starting to rot heap of weeds . the taste is sweet up front with a nicely caramelized layer of malt sugars . flavors of berries and raisins are brought out by the sweetness . the beer is still fairly light bodied for something titled a double nut brown ale but still has some fullness to it . the beer finishes with some toasted malt notes which try to dry out the finish but are not really successful at it . somewhere in the finish that vegetal note from the aroma is noticeable but luckily it is fairly subdued here if you can taste without breathing it is not noticeable at least . rancid broccoli or some flavor like that becomes noticeable in the finish if you drink this normally with both nose and mouth . if it was n t for that bad aromatic note this would be quite enjoyable . unfortunately it effects not just the aroma but the flavor too and is too much for me to really enjoy this brew .,aroma,0.3,0
i was n t expecting to much from this but it surprised me . the flavours and smells were in line with banana bread but not under or over done that being said this is a once in a while beer . the lacing and head are better than average and the overall flavour is fairly balanced . in the end a good brew that is just above the novelty ring .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear dark brown with some cola red highlights when held to the light . a small off white head rests on top . the smells consists of sweet malt with hints of roastiness and dark fruit . there is also a hint of banana in there . the taste is sweet with a hint of the roastiness in there and some chocolate . a hint of bitterness shows up followed by lingering sweetness that gets a bit cloying . i felt the mouthfeel was a bit thin and oily . overall i really did n t like this beer . it seemed to have a bit of belgiany ness but not much . it may be a good gateway to belgian beers .,aroma,0.8,1
growler provided by richard and shared among friends poured into a cigar city snifter . it pours big black and thick with a smaller mocha colored head . the aroma is filled with a deep roasted fresh coffee with a backend of bitter chocolate the taste follows up with the huge roasted coffee flavor it borders on burnt though which is distracting . an alcohol is pretty noticeable at the end as well . the mouthfeel is on the lighter side which really help the beer from becoming too sweet . drinkability is also pretty good with the only exception being the alcohol finish .,aroma,0.9,1
ounce green bottle appearance clear yellow color with little head and little to no lacing smell a little hard to describe but would say it has a strong bitter almost skunky smell taste has a lot better taste then smell which was a little surprising . actually has more of a sweet flavor with a hint of yeast or bread flavor . comments this is better then expected and the taste is better then the smell but still not great .,aroma,0.4,0
pours nearly true yellow with a bubbly white head . aroma isnt as bad as i expected mostly because its just so mild . at first the aroma was masking any sort of taste but after awhile the undeniable smoothness of this lager overrode it . this beer could be easily drunk in gulps . smoother than water . kept asking for more sitting outside at a mexican bar .,aroma,0.3,0
poured into a glass goblet dogfish head signature glass a pours a warm copper white head dissipates quickly leaving a ring . no lacing . s wow . crazy awesome . really really strong nose very sweet with notes of baking spices vanilla vanilla cake batter pumpkin . there is also something about it that i m not sure i ve ever smelled before . and i love it . t lives up to the smell . sweet and spicy like pumpkin pie with a touch of candy corn and tons of malt backbone . a little bit of alcohol sweetness too . finish is refreshing and slighltly bitter and keeps you going back for another gulp . m medium full body with moderate carbonation . you might expect something thick and or overbearing with abv . not here . d very drinkable . again more so than you d think at . on a cool fall night this is the beer you need to get your hands on . way to go southern tier .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from bottle into pint glass a ipa coloring finger of head that dissipated slowly and left lacing . high carbonation apparent . really nice looking brew . s apricot faint apparent hops overwhelm the fruitiness making for a very odd nose . t m there is nothing quite like this beer . to mix an ipa with apricot is a wonderful thing . the apricot balances so nicely with hop bitterness . i love straight ipas but adding the sweet tangy apricot is a great pairing . this is ultimate ipa for someone who does n t really like ipas . my wife loves this beer but hates regular ipas . d definitely unlike other fruit beers the fruitiness does n t overwhelm in any way so this is sessionable .,aroma,0.6,1
oz btl served in a hoegaarden tumbler . best by marked on the label . a nice golden orange hue . copper highlights . appears the color of southern sweet tea when the light hits it right . fluffy head dwindles to a thin layer rather quickly . a halo of foam hangs on for the life of the beer . head retention could be better . s very juicy aroma . valencia orange and sweet tangerine . honey soaked mandarin oranges . smells like an orange sunkist fruit gem candy . some piney freshness balances the sweet citrus . unreal how much this smells like fruit juice . this smells as good as just about any ipa out there save a few . t citrus up front followed by the pine . carmel malt holds it all together . hop bitterness in the finish drys it up a bit . very nice but it does n t quite pop like the aroma does . i was expecting more intense flavor based on the scent and i was let down a little . would n t mind just a little more hop bite . m carbonation could be just a tad higher . otherwise the mouthfeel is soft and creamy . d high . this is n t a terribly complex ipa but i definitely did n t lose interest . abv is low enough that or is n t out of the question . based on previous experience with sweetwater i was really looking forward to this beer and i was n t let down . it does juicy citrus and pine very well so if that s your thing give it a try . sweetwater brewing is on my radar for sure . if it was available in pa it would be a mainstay in my fridge . if you re ever near the atl or have a trading partner in the dirty south be sure to grab some of this . you wo n t be dissapointed .,aroma,0.9,1
there s a term marijuana smokers use to describe really crappy weed shwag . this is the beer equivalent of shwag .,aroma,0.2,0
served from a oz bottle with a twist off cap the brewer claims the beer is bottle conditioned but i saw no evidence of yeast residue in the bottle appearance quite good pale yellow with a classic cloudy unfiltered look . carbonation appropriate for style but with a very weak unstable head . taste nothing exceptional here . little to no yeast character . tends toward a berlin or american wheat vs. a bavarian . very slight hop bitterness persists well after tasting . smell a faint fruity aroma but not much more . mouthfeel very smooth . nicely carbonated . drinkability could be a good session beer . satisfying without being filling .,aroma,0.4,0
dos equis . two x s . two strikes . strikingly clear . whitest of white head on a yellow tinted clear fluid . snap crackle pop and the head is gone . smell is . unappealing . bad even . theres actually a slight bready flavor that gives us something to talk about . if not for that hint of flavor there would be no substance at all . thankfully it tastes better than it smells . feel of almost flat carbonated water . you figure it out . overall i do n t always drink beer but when i do i prefer stone ipa bitch . most interesting man in the world .,aroma,0.2,0
used half to make a glaze for ham delicious could n t let the rest go to waste . poured a black clear dull red if light squeaks through . thin dark tan head left little lace . the scent is delicious . chocolate and dark caramel brownies and other baked delights . taste is dark bitter chocolate . biting hops and a burnt or charcoal aftertaste . pretty heavy mouthfeel like a slavic man with an ushanka slapping you in the throat with that smoke taste clinging to the back of the tongue for a little too long . overall a powerful beer that i likely would n t choose to drink however the cooking value is certainly higher than the taste lets on .,aroma,0.8,1
im gon na say this much it gets points on taste because i love water and this is water . drink one dipa after every four keystones and you are golden . this beer is the ramen noodles of beer . i wanted to add something to it to just give it a little flavor . whatever dollars for of these is a good deal but it lacks all flavor .,aroma,0.2,0
i was holding out on ole review for something special and i suppose this ll have to do . poured from a new ml bottle hauled back from cali . a . rich hazy copper low white head that leaves some lace . still and quiet looking . not bad at all . looks almost exactly like blind pig . s. oh my . an immense hop punch to the nose . extremely fresh bitter hops practically leap out of the glass . resiny and dank almost . ok rather a bit ganja like . both pungent and eye opening . further in i get notes of orange and citrus wrapped into a pleasing sweet malty undercurrent . the hops reign supreme here and promise greatness . superb nose . t. alas after such a superlative smell how could the taste hold up . sadly it does n t but there s still a fine beer here . it s obviously hoppy and bitter with complex grapefruit grass herbal flavors blending around a rather thin and unassuming mildly sweet malt base . it s good to be sure but lacks oomph if you know what i mean . m. thin and a bit watery finish is lightly dry and wonderfully bitter . carbonation is medium low and lends to easy drinking . qualms aside i honestly wish i had more of this . it s a fantastic smelling lite double ipa that is easy to put down . at it d make a killer mini session beer . pity it s not more available . big thanks to barronkr for sharing .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a thick black and wow what a unique head i have never seen any head that dark before . smelled of sweet raisons and alcohol . smoke dark fruit cocoa coffee liquorice molasses as well as other notes i ca n t quite identify make their appearance on the first tastes . mouthfeel is creamy and very viscous exactly what i was looking for . the multiple flavors blended and balanced out as the beer warmed . like always with any rogues i ever find i had to pay an arm and a leg . for a oz . but i ca n t say i have ever been let down . definetely deserving of its high ranking . here s my edit after finishing definite hickory bacon ish flavors for the back half of this brew my favorite changing taste from . to .,aroma,0.7,1
a first of all love the look of the bottle and that is actually something i do take into consideration when i m rating the appearance . i take into account the overall presentation of a beer . cap bottle and actual look of the beer are all things i look at . clear bright goldenrod honey hue . to finger thick fluffly head which disipated at a moderate speed . the head leaves a nice blanket on top of the beer and also leaves sticky foamy lacing on the glass that dries into place . looks like a great beer . s fresh cut grass scent is present up front which is followed by a grainy malt sweetness . on the finish of the scent is what seems to be some lemon citrus combined with spicy hops . rather simple scent but i was n t expecting anything complex . pretty average straightforward . t piney and grassy sweetness is the initial taste found . it s followed up with some grainy malt notes . i was actually surprised that pine was going to be the dominating taste in this beer . it s not bad just unexpected for me . also the finish is slight lemon zest and herbal hops . the front of the taste is rather unbalanced but by the finish it s smooth . m medium leveled carbonation with light to medium body and a crisp mouth watering finish . d the drinkability is quite good and the relatively high especially with a abvthat fails to show itsel . it s always good when the brewer masks the alcohol as excellent as abita has done with this one .,aroma,0.6,1
i am reviewing this beer for a second time . color was a slightly orange tan as it poured from the bottle hazy brownish orange in the glass . there was a big fluffy bubbly head that lasted and left lacing down the glass . there was n t much aroma to speak of but what there was was sweet and just a bit spicy . the mouthfeel was pretty carbonated and there were lots of visible bubbles at first . bubbles continued to rise the whole time too . the flavor is good . i paired it with barbecue beef this time and it did n t hold up as well as i thought it would . i liked it better this time than last time i reviewed it . this is a good beer that i will continue to drink even if not super frequently .,aroma,0.6,1
another mikkeller. this one is listed as a bspa and it is. with a healthy dose of brett . i had one bottle the other night but did n t review . i enjoyed it though . a big fluffy head slightly off white eggshell and a nice orangey base beer with good ruby and tangerine highlights . a bit hazy . s fruity very much so . very ripe strawberries and a bit of peach . also. brett is here . for such a young bottle i m surprised at it s strong presence . not complaining though . one of the best aromas i ve ever encountered . t alcohol is here but in a bit of a boozy good way in the background . vinous fruitiness hmm and a bit of what tastes like champagne yeast . the brett is not as powerful as it was in the nose . hop bitterness comes through and is a bit disarming at first. kind of surprised me . i usually like hops. and i like them here. but i think some time to smooth them out would do this a favor . m crisp . great carbonation full body nice complexity . d high . abv is not really evident even though a trace of the alcohol is noted in the flavors it works well . easy drinkin . i suggest letting this one go for a while though i think it has really good potential . not as good as it s alive . or usalive . but this one is still,aroma,1.0,1
bottle courtesy of my pocketbook . between yrs old . s coconut and vanilla sunscreen oak tannins . i ve never smelled such a strong coconut smell from a bw before . outstanding imo . a normal yellowish orange . normal to low carb . t pretty much same as smell but the coconut is more of a backseat and booze is present but in just the right warming amount m d medium thick body just about right . pretty boozey to be too drinkable but fairly good for style . overall overall it would probably be in my top for the style anyway .,aroma,1.0,1
a coffee colored beer that pours a tiny head that dissipates leaving spoty bubbles behind on the suface . s strong diacetyl and caramel malt . it actually smells like butterscotch . not what i d expect from beer but it s nice . t an upfront burnt malt flavor that rounds off to a hop bitter that does n t mesh with the other taste . not much depth here . m thin a little high on carbonation not very smooth . leaves a bit of a film in my mouth . not refreshing . d it would go okay with beef or lamb dishes but there are better options . i am not sure if i am going to finish this . i ve had worse . the smell is interesting but the rest of the beer just comes up short . this is n t an unbearable experience but it is n t one that i will soon repeat .,aroma,0.7,1
i picked up a bottle of tri city s giant slayer a couple weeks ago for . at the lager mill . i have about getting this beer before but have always passed it up for more well known ris s but i decided to stop procrastinating and give it a try so let s see how it goes . no visible bottling date . poured from a brown oz bottle into a snifter . a the label on this beer looks a pretty good i like the action shot of the knight it s fitting for an ris . it poured a pretty dark black color that did n t let any light through when held to the light and it had a fingers worth of mocha colored head that quickly died down to a thin ring that stayed till the end . s the first thing i pick is a pretty noticeable rubbing alcohol like aroma that is followed by some dark fruits and a pretty noticeable chocolate aroma . i did n t get any hops in the aroma . it smells like it s going to be pretty boozy . t the flavor starts of with a good amount of medium roasted malts that impart a nice steady chocolate flavor with a little bit of dark fruits thrown in for good measure . alcohol is noticeable but not nearly as overpowering as it was in the aroma . it had a slight bitter finish with no hops to be found . m smooth on the full side of being medium bodied and it had a light amount of carbonation that could have had just a little more . overall i thought that this was a ok ris . it had a pretty good flavor that was n t as complex as i would like it but still pretty true to the style . i thought from the aroma that this was gon na be pretty boozy but thankfully it was toned down much more in the flavor and that made it pretty drinkable for an ris . what i liked most about this beer was the flavor it was pretty on par for the style but not as complex as it could be . what i liked least about this beer was the aroma the dark malt aromas were n t bad but the booze really came through and overpowered a lot of the other aromas . i might buy this beer again when wanting and ris but there s a good chance i will choose an old rasputin instead . this ris is worth a try but it does n t compare to some of the best in the style . this beer was good for what it was but it was n t on par with founders ris or old rasputin .,aroma,0.4,0
pale sweetish lager . very light golden color in the pint glass . some malt taste and not too much of the usual metallic club soda . essentially flavorless but manages to project a pleasant beeriness . decently carbonated with a nice spritz to provide the illusion of body . very slight tanginess i suppose the lemon slice might actually improve this . certainly nothing to excite even the lager lover but in a mexican restaurant faced with the full range of lites this is not a bad option .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle number thanks to mntlover s trip to florida . pours a cloudy golden yellow body with a small white head that falls into a lasting cap . exquisite aroma . lime zest clover honey white grapes earthy yeast ripe granny smith apples and a spicy component of white pepper and coriander . light medium body has a prevailing dryness . moderate carbonation . taste opens very citrusy with lemon pulp and lime zest notes but honey drenched summer green apple hints balance nicely . a hint of coriander underneath and a pleasant yeast character make for a complex and very tasty experience . excellent saison by any standards .,aroma,1.0,1
i think i was more disappointed by the fact that i was expecting a chocolate explosion but it was more like an espresso bean only half covered in dark chocolate . i think i was psychologically thrown off by the false advertising . i liked it but i was hoping for more chocolate . the other thing that threw me off was the over carbonation . the body was lighter because of it and it was weird for a stout . it did pour beautifully though . waterfall cascade of small bubbles like guinness poured from a nitro tap . once i got over the labeling though i really liked it . it just was n t what i was expecting . highly quaffable low abv for a session stout .,aroma,0.4,0
definitely an attempt at a hefe weizen . unfiltered as beer should be with an ok head . a wit like appearance . nice light honey color . a sulfur nose . tangy citrus no banana clove refreshing . but there is almost something unpalatable about it . much dryness in the finish and too much sourlemon . i taste citrus spice carbonation bubbles . the lemon lingers a bit too long . drinkability . i d rather not . i tried this again a few days ago at the brewery and found it a bit more palatable however i do believe that they succeeded moreso with their dark wheat the . a maltier more proficient fermentation . wreaks of an improper pitching rate too much aeration or an inadequate ferm . temperature .,aroma,0.4,0
whoa . .this is a damn fine lager . i still enjoy a good lager now and then and this is one of the best . pours a nice golden amber color . is a bit bubbly in the glass with a silky finger deep head capping it off . smell is malty and very fruity . .a very strong aroma for a lager . it taste very fruity . period . quite tasty for this style . it is very easy on the palate and surpisingly smooth for this style . very drinkable without a doubt . .i could have polished off a few with no problem . if you enjoy a good lager definately give this one a try .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased in quebec city in july . no date on the label . poured into a tulip swirling the last bottle . the beer came out much too clear until the swirl the beer is cloudy and moving more towards amber than yellow with a light white head that did not lace . the aromas were delectable with a balance between the banana and the spices clove coriander with the banana just edging them out . looking forward to this one . i am sadly let down at this point as the flavours are much more muted than the aromas . they are all there just much too subtlety . the mouthfeel is incredibly weak with it being much too watery and the carbonation too low . overall nice but the mouthfeel really left me feeling cheated .,aroma,0.9,1
whew this one was tough to get through for me . very sweet . poured a very nice reddish color with a nice fluffy head but was full of sediment. aroma of sweet cherries . not much else . wow this was way too sweet . i was hoping for a bit of a vinous quality but it tasted more like a cherry wine cooler . did n t care for this very much . only made it halfway through the bottle before i had to give it up.,aroma,0.8,1
video review at http . v vl nz ox appearance transparent straw finger head dissipates to layering minimal lacing smell corn hay subtle bready malts earthiness white grape taste thin body white grape over steeped white tea raw dough multigrain cereal toast bready malts stale lemon incredibly subtle steak crisp dry fairly balanced high carbonation pairings beef tacos enchiladas,aroma,0.4,0
i ventured to find this on a snowy day in sarajevo b c it was supposed to be the best beer in town . from notes . a poured a root beer sorta dark brown . lot s of carbonation . two finger tan head ran away fast . bright . thin film of retention with minimal lacing . s quite weak . caramel and a little coffee . t sweet malt with a sticky date element . plum sauce . cola resemblence . too weak on the dark malt element but just good enough to be ok. m mild carbonation and a light body . not suprising or interesting just helps to get down . o d good thing it s hard to find b c it s not good enough to seek out . i was pretty upset but then again my expectations probably should n t have been so high . i did n t really like it all that much .,aroma,0.4,0
aroma the malt aroma of this beer is very strong with the hops taking second place . the hops smell mildly of citrus . appearance pale golden color with great head retention and good lacing . taste on the foretaste there are hops and a good amount but not quite as much as i expect in a dipa . they all do taste good though and as foretaste gives way to the midtaste the hop complexity makes itself known more peaking in the midtaste . the aftertaste is just a ramping down of the same but it lingers pleasantly on the tongue . the malt flavors are rather subtle through the whole experience . mouthfeel very smooth body easy to drink . nicely carbonated . drinkability i was expecting the hops to be more in your face as many american brewers are doing these days but instead southern tier went in for a deeply complex thoughtful brew . it s one of the more sessionable dipas out there as much as any dipa can be sessionable .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a oz . bottle into a snifter . a pours a deep dark black with ruby hues . leaves a head that hangs and laces the glass well . s really did n t get much on the smell . mild roast with a bit of fruit like character . t yumm . that where it s at . lots of chocolate espresso vanilla and oak . there is some kind of bitter fruit taste that i ca n t identify but pleasing nonetheless . m a bit overcarbonated for the style but full bodied and satisfying . o i m glad this was a stout i saved for int l stout day . definitely worth the . i paid for it . i ca n t wait to buy some more and cellar .,aroma,0.6,1
served in a duvel tulip glass . it s always fun finding random beers on the mixed sixer shelf . this one pours a clear pale golden straw topped by a finger of white foam . the nose comprises wheat rice grass and a friggin ton o corn chips . hoofah . the taste bursts forth with grassy flowers instead of the corn though the latter remains in the background . not much else goin on here . the body is light with a light moderate carbonation and a somewhat crisp and dry finish . overall nothing all that great here especially with that odd smell . it goes down easy enough but i really do n t wan na put too much more in me .,aroma,0.4,0
had this at a chain restaurant the other night during an after business outing . pours sort of like a soft drink with a head that appears quickly and disappears almost as fast . faint malt aroma . thin taste bit of malt just a bit did n t detect much of anything else . honestly it tasted like a soft drink . it s a pleasant drink . you could have a few and with the right food it would be ok . but it s more like an adjunct to the food than it is a beer in its own right . still i would much prefer this beer to most of the macro brews that are available in the us . it did not venture far into positive territory but it also avoided negative territory completely which is more than i can say for most of our mass produced beers . i would not buy it but if i ended up in a restaurant or party where this and only this was available i would not despair . i d be ok .,aroma,0.4,0
the appearance is a pleasant orange with a hint of brown . it has the base of a lighter pale ale with enough color to indicate a somewhat stronger flavor . the beer poured with a very standard white head . the smell may be my favorite part of this beer . there are hints of a pleasant mixture of fruits with pear being the most prominent . the smell in some ways masks the fact that it is coming from a beer but is not overpowering to the point of being unpleasant . the taste is reminiscent of a pale ale . the unique fruity aroma that is so clear to the nose is disappointingly not as pronounced in the taste . that s not to say the taste is lacking or unpleasant just that it is not as differentiated as it appears on the cusp of being . overall this is an enjoyable that is very easy to drink .,aroma,0.9,1
dusky crimson glinting brown adorned with a fat gob of buttercreme suds . rum steeped fruit nose a la fruit punch with cherries pineapples and apples then backed with a stanch vanillin oak character . begins with a tepid fruitiness . again with the cherries pineapple and apples . yeast come in and sprinkles slate and sandalwood earthiness . but that is quickly shattered by the sour tinged toasted oak . it leaves a semi acrid and astringent burnt coconut essense mixed with a tannic and lingering sense of black cherry skins as it rides out forcefully vinous . light bodied but it feels fatter with some element of clinginess . the barrel aging really just ruins this . it s too bright and forward and lets precious little of the beer shine through . what they provide it not congruent to the beer itself and the result is something that is muddled and atonal if not downright ugly . i suspect these are new and just too intense after a couple more run throughs these barrels might work perfectly . and maybe this would be a whole new animal then but i suspect the malt bill is needy as well . simply put on the whole it needs help . it is interesting for a second or two . .then it becomes work .,aroma,0.8,1
got this at my local beer store . first try let s see . a super copper brown with a thick inch white head that slowly fades . leaves no lacing on the glass . decent . s sweet malty caramel upfront followed by earthy citrus banana with hoppy bitterness on the backend . decent . t super earthy hops upfront blended with citrus and grapefruit . sweet malts and sugars on the backend . eh not my style . m leaves a hoppy sticky flavor on the palate . decent carbonation . decent . d after you get past the hops this goes down . decent . all in all there is not much special in this brew . fun to drink once but do n t bother hunting it . many better ipa s to try first .,aroma,0.6,1
just returned from a vacation in tibet and tried a couple of beers there . lhasa beer served in a lhasa beer did have a bit of appeal to it . from my notes clear light yellow appearance with initial two fingers of white head when poured into a tumbler style glass . head dissipated quickly into nothing with no lacing . fairly tame lager look a like . not much of a nose which did n t bode well as there may not be enough hops to balance the grains used to brew this likely barley since it is the predominant grain that is capable of growing in such a high altitude . lightly hopped and malted . it was a fairly refreshing beer given how it boasts of himalayan mineral water being used . however i did n t pick up any notable flavors to discern it from any other mass produced lager . light bodied lager that was easy to drink with a meal but not very inspired .,aroma,0.2,0
a poured into an oversized snifter . a murky copper colored liquid pours producing basically no head . i was expecting this . s very oaky smelling with a copious amount of bourbon presence t bourbon is overwhelming vs the sweet malts of the flat beer . some earthy wood flavor comes through as well m medium body with no carbonation o despite being flat i managed to drink a fair amount of the bottle . all the great flavors are there but the carbonation or lack there of ruins this one . with the proper carbonation i could see how this would be considered a solid beer cheers,aroma,0.8,1
in the world of light ales this one wins the color award yellow even bright yellow hue under decent head . ah that somewhat skunky hop aroma that is much more pronounced in a rolling rock . lack of malt or sweet in aroma had me prepared for the worst . but no . a hint of apple and pear in the malt profile that brings out a flavor balance and some subtlety i had not expected after that aroma . a hint of candy or syrup in the mouthfeel also seperates this from the canned pilsener or lager . i d drink this over a bud or coors any day . if they could do something with the aroma i d even recommend it . but not as is .,aroma,0.4,0
first let me say i am a glbc fan and of witbier but not ofholy moses . my nose sent off warning signals when i took a whiff but it looked good in a pilsner glass . there was not one distinctive taste that jumped out at me but the overall spiciness was too much . it felt smooth in my mouth and throat but the aftertaste was not refreshing . i would never drink this again .,aroma,0.3,0
and bottles reviewed simultaneously overall impression was the same with winning the taste category no idea how these were cellared . appears without any head dead instant coffee color not a bad thing after many years in a bottle that has been treated who knows how . a bit clearer maybe but essentially the same . both and pack some serious raisiny pruny burnt malt smells with greater concentration in the . taste was similar in both matching closely with their aromas of raisiny old dark beer . was more concentrated with the flavors which i appreciated . was a bit more watery . in both the flavor was not my favorite and it took effort to savor the flavors before the experience got to be a bit too much . in general i m not so into these flavors at least how these flavors have evolved in these bottles over the years . mouthfeel is huge in the taste as well something these make me recognize . mouthfeel was a bit too dead flat and dry for my taste in a beer total lack of carbonation is generally not something i look for in a beer tastes like tea made from beer ingredients . regardless of this beer not being a favorite i appreciate what i have learned from the work of these brewers .,aroma,0.8,1
goose ipa pours cloudy yellow with fingers of head that hangs around to the end . the nice head allows for a bold sour citrus smell that punches you in the nose . maybe some pineapple or grapefruit in there as well . the taste is very bitter up front not dissimilar to a grapefruit with a lot of hop presence to follow . this is a good ipa but i think i like the smell even better than the taste not as a criticism to the taste . this beer is also very crisp and refreshing drawing a connection to the honker s . this is definitely very bitter rather than the expected sweet it just depends on what you are after for that particular session . i d have another . and another . my partiality usually lies with american ipa varieties i m bending the rules here .,aroma,1.0,1
tap at anniversary party and rated at home out of bottle . a deep coppery hue with a fading head and minimal lace some oily legs however . s the aroma has notes of candi sugar caramel and toffee malts fruity plum and smoky esters and an overall earthy yeast vapour . some alcohol noted as well but very pleasant on the nose . t the taste starts sweet fruity and malty reminding me a lot of a traditional abbey abt . some mild bitterness is found on the backend along with a unique ashy smoke undertone . a bit hot for now and aggressive . seems to be a cross between a dubbel in style and a quad in strength . m surprisingly the mouth feel is sharp and biting with a dry finish . d i like this and can not wait to see what a few months of aging will do to this . well played chuck .,aroma,0.9,1
i picked this up at my local bottle shop not knowing what to expect . it was awful . drain poured about oz of it . an odd color brown with hints of brick red . very little carbonation an aggressive pour yielded a couple of bubbles with zero head . the aroma is the best part of the beer . the raspberries are very forward . a base beer that reminds me of a quad or english barleywine in aroma very intriguing . the flavor basically craps all over the aroma . very little oak character . none of the aromas i detected were present in the flavor . sweet single note malt bill with an almost embarassing lack of complexity . raspberries are very faint . slight brown sugar flavor . yikes . not good . the mouthfeel is unimpressive because it s almost flat and very sticky without the full body you d expect in a beer this sweet at this abv . the drinkability is very poor . very sweet . not something i d revisit . pass .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a bottle into a perfect pint . a pours a really nice dark shade of amber with a one finger light tan head that sticks around for a decent bit of time . laces nicely s smells exactly like pumpkin pie . nutmeg and cinnamon and pumpkin . this is great . t its very . muted . much more laid back than the weyerbacher imperial pumpkin i had a couple nights ago . mild tastes of cinnamon and nutmeg with a bit of a pumpkin bite to finish . very subtle m seems a little overcarbonated . body is fine though . nothing exciting . d really good fall beer . .unfortunately i m drinking it in august . shame these are only in the brewmaster s packs and are n t sold in sixers of their own . nice complement to the octoberfest,aroma,1.0,1
just what i wanted on a cold winter s day . smooth and fairly malty at first with a slightly bitter hop bite at the finish . there is n t too many sierra nevada offerings that i do n t just absolutely love and this is right at the top just under their bigfoot barleywiine northern hemisphere wet hop offerings and their pale ale . one word . wow . and quite dangerous as well at over percent the drinkability could get you in trouble . great beer .,aroma,0.7,1
huge thanks as always to maximum for passing a growler of this treat along to me . maximum would be on the mount rushmore of traders if ever there was such a thing . cracked this open during joe pa s th victory game against northwestern . a pours a cloudy yellow orange with a white head that quickly runs away . to me it looks a little like a saison on pour . murky and somewhat cloudy . s for me the best part of the beer . a rich luscious smell of mango grapefruit and other fruits feel like i should be sitting in the el san juan as opposed to sitting on my couch . really delightful and i could have smelled this all day if it was not so disturbing that i had my nose buried in my glass for as long as i did . i ca n t think of how they could make this more appealing . t probably a . for me if there could be such a thing . the mango comes through wonderfully a little sweet . at this point though the sweetness meets up on the corner with a blast of tartness bitterness staying at least partly true to style instead of merely being a mango puree . m pretty rich . not a whole lot of carbonation here so you get a pretty nice richness . d really very nice . i am not the biggest ipa fan but how could i have turned this one down . arguing with maximum is a futile exercise in its own so i took one for the team and polished off the growler . i am really glad i got the chance to try this one and would certainly like to do so again . let me put it this way i would say that this was about the th best beer that i received in the box from corey . that guy should be in tghe ba hall of fame .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into a snifter bottling cellar temp appearance pours jet black with a dark brown head . it dissipates quickly and leaves a murky surface above the beer . no laving remains . smell sweet cherry chocolate liquor light espresso coffee leather caramel . awesomely complex . taste chocolate chocolate malt coffee chocolate syrup . there are a lot of deep roasted flavors without any cloying sweetness . lingering bitterness from the hops and coffee flavors . mouthfeel medium to heavily bodied with lots of malty bitterness . alcohol makes a little statement of its own . smooth and tasty . drinkability this is an excellent beer . neither the chocolate or the sweetness is cloying . i could do two bottles for sure . a winner .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance pours a jet black topped with an ominous crawling head of sandy brown . retention is fairly good . the epitome of lacing layers tainted with brown all over the glass . smell delicious and complex . truly a melange of different aromas . coffee bean caramel toffee chocolate . toasty malts with some piney hops in the background . taste the name says it for sure . intense mocha flavor . tastes like you re chewing on a coffee bean . biting hoppy finish and malty chocolately accents throughout . mouthfeel nice and chewy with some fine carbonation . wonderfully palatable . drinkability very drinkable . excellent complexity of flavors . superb balance . warming satisfying . leaves you craving another . rogue suceeeds admirably .,aroma,1.0,1
another beer i have yet to try from rogue and my mouth has been watering since i bought it . the color of this ipa is a true orange . visible sediment and a a cloudiness added extra character and a foamy white head gave of a full floral aroma including peach apricot scents and a hint of alcohol . very full hop bitterness throughout the first tastes as well as a very full lightly carbonated mouthfeel . the overall balance of this brew seems a little bit off however this only takes away from the drinkability . i think that the bitterness combined with the full body is what does it . still i got what i was looking for and would definetely buy this again .,aroma,1.0,1
oz green waxed bottle vintage . served in a snifter . a looks like motor oil . leaves huge legs on the glass . syrupy with about finger of dark brown head . s vanilla cookies some brown sugar and chocolate but it s alright . t very sugary and a big kiss of vanilla flavors . a good chocolate base but nothing really special . if you like sickeningly sweet malty beverages this one is probably for you . it s way too sweet . m very oily with and upper medium body . low carbonation but a nice soft texture . o a very sweet ris with a bunch of extra sugar added . it s ok but not great .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at town hall brewery for oz . .never even seen it in bottles so i had to try it out . clear reddish amber y hue firm cushion of cottony off white head holds court above . aroma sausage pepporoni ham sammiches . smo key . boisterous smoked malt aroma meaty beaty big bouncy with light noble hops accompanying . taste smooth malty but fully flavorful juicy malt entertains the tastebuds fruity flavors bump in for a bit hops are light body is medium and the finish is long and malty . smokey feel persists but remains mellow in the mouth . long lasting malt has a marzen feel to it . not sure what style fastenbier is supposed to be . a lenten fasting beer . it would suit me if were ever inclined towards self discipline . i thought a bock which they already do would cover that category for those who are n t so severe in their austerity .,aroma,1.0,1
preface i m a bit tipsy but want to keep tasting . beautiful amber red in color with a head that looks like frothed egg whites . head retention is minimal . the aroma is deliciously hoppy with some citrus notes . flavor is mild with a slight bitter end . it opened up a bit as it warmed . i ca n t say that i favor this beer . it s not that it s bad per say it s just not what i m after .,aroma,0.9,1
being a general fan of harpoon i was expecting something interesting when it came to their quad but it was just alright . a looks pretty dark and a little thick but overall pretty nice . some lacing s pretty nice smells wildly fruity and pretty strong . pretty malty too . t comes in real boozy with not too much balance . sweet with some interesting tones but gets a little bit overpowered by the alcohol . f goes down pretty thick and syrupy . d too thick without enough balance to be a good quad . the great smell is a little too misleading .,aroma,0.9,1
a poured an amber color with floating particles . i strongly believe that if a beer is going to have sediment the brewery should label it on the bottle huge cream colored head that diminished very quickly . s yeasty and macro brew smelling . the real killer in the smell department is the fact that it immediately smelled like testors model paint . wtf . t it s got a light crisp flavor with a bit of hoppiness . tiny bitter hints . the malty sweetness overwhelms . the . disappears completely . m crisp and light mouthfeel . very smooth . d at . this guy can get the party rolling but do n t expect a whole lot from the other departments . reading the label was very disappointing . glucose syrup as a main ingredient . the adding of pure sugar could explain the high alcohol percent and lack of great flavors .,aroma,0.3,0
on tap at blue palms brewhouse in los angeles ca as part of their jingle bell jubilee . pours a murky dark brown with a inch foamy khaki cap that settles to an oily film on the top of the beer . small dots of lace slowly slide back into the remaining beer on the drink down . smell is of bourbon wood malt brown sugar toffee and dark fruits . taste is of bourbon wood malt brown sugar toffee plums and figs . this beer has a low level of carbonation with a smooth and creamy mouthfeel . a definite alcohol warmth in the back of the throat with each sip . overall this is a fantastic beer with very complex aromas and flavors . i am really glad i was able to try this one .,aroma,1.0,1
glass chimay goblet temp cellared approx degrees bottling date when i opened this bottle i had it in a stationary position and turned to grab my glass to pour it into and it started overflowing the neck of the bottle almost instantly . pours a hazy golden yelow orange with a touch of amber red . like a beautiful sunset . sitting on top is a nice finger creamy white head that dissipates to a thin layer of white with good retention and lacing . when opened i was initially hit with the smell of bananas . upon further investigation i smell orange and lemon with yeasty biscuit and honey scents . small notes of vanilla and coriander . very fruit forward with banana being most prominent followed closely by citrus flavors . sweet caramel and light hops mingle in the middle . it ends with a licorice anise flavor which is minimal enough to overlook because i do n t like licorice . the feel is quite nice . a good amount of tiny little bubbles that help make this brew very creamy feeling . the golden liquid flows down the throat quite easily . at just a.b.v . this is a quite drinkable brew that could easily sneak up on you . it only takes me a matter of a few minutes to quaff one so be careful . an excellent example of a strong belgian ale and another excellent brew from the fine folks at goose island . this product has aged very very well .,aroma,1.0,1
oz capped bottle . a near transparent rust sunset orange glow with pure gold edges . thick and creamy bubbly head forms and works its way down s l o w l y . inviting . n strong citrus orange and dopey hop aromas abound i could smell the marmalade before i even poured the brew . green and brown . solid and firm very complete in the dopy hops department . yeah . t loses me a bit here . immediate dopey green hops and slices of citrus orange and grapefruit and citrus peel shades of malt but suddenly drops into a very clean drop out leaving some light and faint bitters toasted grain and a touch of citrus peel faint . the flavors are not as full on as displayed in the nose and there is a slight vacancy not quite wateryness or void to the flavors that exists just below them within the palate i.e . the backbone is not there to support the rest of the brew leaving what flavors are there to float freely . disappointing . m creamy with a tad wateryness different not like rogue s throughout . soft carbonation medium light body . barely a backbone and the flavors just cut loose without being tied down to the whole of the brew . clean and sleek but nothing lasting . almost like they re trying to go for what yulesmith has got but they re not quite getting it . notes i was hoping for a bit more since moylan s double ipa and hopsickle are such awesome brews but you know you ca n t win them all . i know this particular style does have its fans wildcat ipa comes to mind but i like a little more backbone and body to my ipa s . sick nose though and surely the good intentions are there in full force . music japan quiet life,aroma,0.9,1
appearance a decent white head on a clear and light amber body . smell some very shy caramel malt aromas are peeking out . they become a little more noticable as the beer warms up do n t serve this one too cold . taste hop bitterness comes first then the maltier tastes . the hop aromas are mostly noticable in the after taste before the hop bitterness takes over again in a long dry finish . mouthfeel medium body with medium carbonation . it s nice whenever you come across a beer that is not afraid to show some bitter hop character and not only hop aromas .,aroma,0.6,1
a attractive looking beer that is a dark brown that fades to red and a little yellowish on the edges . one finger carbon bubble head that slowly dissipated leaving the side of the glass clean . s nutmeg cocoa some fruit . smells like a sweet christmas type drink . t not what i was expecting not sweet at all . burnt roasted cocoa with a rye back . the burnt taste covers up the faint taste of spices for the most part . a little bitter . m dry with a twist mildly carbonated very smooth . little sour aftertaste . d very easy to drink . i really wanted something sweeter with this but it is a solid rye would drink a ton if i am in the mood but would really have to be in the mood for it to seesion these .,aroma,0.9,1
when i first tried this authentic german pilsner i was at first frightened but upon tasting it i fell in love . there is no greater feeling than a warm german beer sliding down your throat and feeling the warmth in the belly . one of the best german pilsners i have ever had . two thumbs up .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle cellared for a year . i poured this beer into my snifter and it was a dark black with slight brown edges . a short brown head faded quickly until no bubbles were left . the smell was slightly chocolate . the taste was vinous and reminded me of wine . there was a little plum flavor going on . this was much better than the bottle i had a couple weeks back but this can probably still use a year on it . bottle beautiful smell like gourmet chocolates an amazing improvement over the last year . this beer is a really good example of a cellar worthy beer . bottle this is about two years old now and i m a little disappointed in how its aged . it does n t taste as good as the i had a couple months back . it has almost six bubbles total and no carbonation . it is sticky sweet but no chocolate or roasty flavors mostly dark fruits . hopefully this will pick back up in a couple months . vintage smells malty grains some chocolate tastes good and probably ca n t get much better . drink em if you got em .,aroma,1.0,1
slightly hazy and light orange copper in color with a very thin white head that almost disappears immediately . bright grapefruit and citrus with a very sweet candy malt aroma . candy coated hops . yum . bitter and sweet hops hit your right up front . there is some grapefruit with a solid sweet candy presence . there are also a sweet ripe pears and peaches . moderate with solid carbonation . it s alright but i m not really impressed . the beer is a little all over the place . the hops are bitter but not really as flavorful as i would have expected . for a dipa the alcohol is hidden well but i think they could have done more for the beer .,aroma,0.9,1
last in my series of oktoberfestbiers is this classy looking brew it even came in a flip top bottle ehrfrchtig . . from these last couple of reviews i ve been soundly convinced that marzen s are a decent lager style will hacker pschorr odd name compound my conviction or prove to be the lessor drop . poured from a ml flip top bottle into a stein . a the body presents an inviting clear chestnut with a bone meal hearty cm that dissipates to a thin lacing . s similar to the others bold malt grain base with sour yeast throughout and a light fresh spicy peppery hop note on the finish . overall it s a winner and i m expecting a clean dry lager with some minimal hop bitterness . note this one has a hint of smoke . t large malt grains upfront not as sweet as the other marzen s followed by sour yeast and crisp slightly peppery hops to finish . this brew is much lighter in body and taste than expected and the aftertaste has a weird tang that is a combination of typical hop bitterness and sour yeast it s not a deal breaker but it s likewise not needed . m as mentioned above lighter than other marzen s . i would rank it as low ish with an almost flat carbonation . d not bad but not great just below the spaten in my books and not even close to the lowenbrau that aftertang dropped a few points in the flavour department which as we all know is the best department . i like the colour ipa country there . this brew is like the janus of beers on the one face we ve got this excellent looking inviting aroma marzen and on the other we ve got this lackadaisical mouthfeel and odd aftertaste . almost like the name of the brewer hacker cool . pschorr wtf . just drop the pschorr hacker and then we re taking business . food match you ll want something that coats the palate while drinking this brew like an assortment of dips hommus and baba ghanoush are always winners and bread . or you could mix it up with a tapas or meze platter .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer had the perception of pleasing refreshment on a hot summer s day . unfortunately it left me feeling a bit disapointed . it was drawn from tap with a slight head that disapated rather quickly . it had a lack of flavor other than the bittering of hops . and i detected a metalic overtone to it . hopefully it was just a bad pour .,aroma,0.6,1
poured clear yellow with a big creamy white head . smell is classic euro skunk smell with a touch of grain . repungnant . flavor is light and sweet with just a touch of light grassy hops . luckily the taste is much better than the smell but nothing to get excited about . mouthfeel is light with mild carbonation and a bit of oilyness . a pretty average euro lager . will avoid .,aroma,0.2,0
i had never had a real irish red ale so when i found out this was contract brewed in holland i was little disappointed . it poured a deep red with a large head quickly receded . the smell was odd at first not inviting at all . when i tasted it though it was better . still it did n t have that much taste and it was thin almost like an american lager . it seems like i ll be able to drink a few of them but otherwise i do n t think i ll drink this beer again .,aroma,0.4,0
this hevyweight selection pours to a red brown with a very small sized foam on top that dies pretty quickly to a lace . the aroma is not bery strong at all . i had to swirl this one like crazy however when i did it was quite good . my rating of the aroma was a little low because of the lack of intensity of the smell . the smell of malt alcohol and spicy hops was a very good characteristic of this beer but it was just too toned down for me . the flavor on the other hand does not require searching . it is right there for you and it is a full flavored beer . the start is somewhat sweet but not too fruity . grain flavors come in next along with a blend of roasty dark malts . it does n t a strong coffee flavor but it is roasty . i would have to say it has more of a toasted bread flavor with a little bit of coffee added . mabe a piece of toast dipped in coffee i you will . this is especially present at the finish of the flavor just before the grainy aftertaste . there is a little bit of alcohol that you will be able to pick up but it is not a kick or a shot it is just simply there . the body of this beer is pretty full and rich . a short period of crispness at the beginning smoothes to a silky texture for the remainder of the brew . the alcohol provides a testbook warming sensation at the end of a swallow . i would consider it much more of a strong ale than a barley wine because of the carbonation and the lack of wine flavoring but i can surely see how the two styles seem to combine to make this interesting brew . it seems to me that heavyweight seems to like breeding styles . it makes me proud to be from jersey . this is a great drinking great tasting beer and it is certainly one you should try if you get the chance .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz bottle into a perfect pint . solid looking marzen it s got a nice clarity on the orange red body and ample carbonation . aroma is pretty good it s a sweet malt with a bit of fruitiness . the taste is very good it s a nice marzen that does n t get sugar sweet as many american takes on the style can be . fruit aspects keep things interesting . do n t get me wrong it s sweet but with the right restraint . mouthfeel is crisp and well carbed and the drinkability is very good . a great marzen .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark with ruby highlights . no head . s smells phenomenal . booze oak and sweet sugars upfront . breadiness on the backend . t good . not great . a hint too much water not super complex . has a nice boozy oakiness to it not a whole lot else . m not enough carbonation on this brew . d goes down super easy despite the heavy booze flavor . all in all this is a decent brew to try once . if you like scotch ales wee heavy s then you will enjoy this brew . otherwise this is not for you if you do n t enjoy the boozy flavor .,aroma,1.0,1
please note that i am rating according to style crap not on absolute values . a very dark body with red highlights when held to the light . s very fresh but light aroma . t very light but slightly roasty flavor apparent . it is as if the roastyness effectively covers all the defects innate of the happoshu style . m very light body and refreshingly carbonated . d refreshing and nice .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz bottle into my arrogant bastard pint glass a hazy reddish brown coloration to the body and a nice mocha tan colored head that s thick and creamy looking and leaves nice lacing . looks like a dense brown ale with a reddish tint . the scent is pretty muted it smells woody with some spicing and a tiny bit of citrus the flavor profile is interesting it s one of those distinctly staged brews . stage one is the creeper you have to look for it for a while but it comes on more and more as a sweet malty body takes shape with some wooded foresty hints but not the intense pine its more mellowed out hardwood deciduous if i had to define one tree i would go with maple or poplar . stage begins at the end of the tasting it s a nice bitter hoppy bite right at the last second that sticks with you until the next sip i like it a lot . balances the sweeter malty body and throws you off your game for a second . mouthfeel is mainly in stage of the flavor even before you taste the flavors of the brew it s full bodied but not too thick and just holds up very well in general . the drinkability as always is pretty good although i can see how the bitter finish would throw people off and steer them away from high ratings in this category . but seriously to each his own and i really enjoy the finish of this brew so i got ta go high on this .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a dark chestnut brown hue through which light can easily pass . the nitro widget allows for one finger of the creamiest beige head . visually it s hard to gripe . smell not a whole lot going on mineral water mild roast malt and some hint of dark fruit and chocolate . it does n t smell bad as much as it smells like nothing . to close one s eyes and breathe in the aroma of a full guinness is much like breathing in the aroma of an empty glass . taste the tastes leaves much to the imagination . quite watery with minimal flavor . mineral water char faint notes of dark chocolate and prune . meh . mouthfeel thin and watery with with the gentlest of bubbles . this is the only saving grace of this beer and it s completely due to its container . drinkability i d like to think better of guinness but it s truly the official bmc stout watery with minimal flavor or aroma . you can tell something good is trying to eek it s way out of this beer but to no avail . it s only saving grace and truly the only reason i purchased this is it s container the nitro widget . that said i d love to see this nitro widget technology employed on a beer that actually tastes like something . imagine north coast s old rasputin from a nitro bottle .,aroma,0.3,0
poured from the bottle into a pint glass beer is a cloudy yellow orange color with a bubbly one finger head . the smell is mainly of the wheat with a slight tinge of yeast . taste is initially sweet quickly turning to bitter with a little spicey finish . beer is medium bodied with a good amount of carbonation . overall this beer is drinkable but not as flavorful as i would have liked .,aroma,0.4,0
if you wait for the head to disappear on this brew before drinking it you may want to take out a life insurance policy because you ll be waiting awhile . hazy cloudy straw yellow coloe . white as snow head . great lacing . smell is sort of average to my nose . fruity with a definite green apple characteristic . certainly has that belgain yeatiness to it as well as the smell of good old alcohol . for such a strong beer it tasted quite nice . big malts up front followed by a certain yeastiness . hop prevalent in the middle and in the aftertaste . alcohol warms up the palate and tongue in the finish along with a nice dryness . oh and as others have mention watch out for the kick . considering how fizzy it was upon pouring i thought it would be a lot more like champagne that beer . thankfully it was not . certainly a well brewed beer and it lends to my ongoing joke about why the german s occupying belgium probably got fat and lazy drinking this and others given the high abv . not a beer that everyone while enjoy but a neat experience none the less .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours a nice black with a short lived tan head . soon after the pour there is not trace that a head ever existed . aroma is rich in smoky roasted chocolate malts and fresh brewed coffee better java flavor than some java stouts . light carbonation . mouthfeel is very thin for a stout . i was a little thrown off by this and because there is very little complexity to the flavor . sweet and almost cloying with little hop presence . i would not recommend this for a stout lover . however this would be a good beer for a more mainstream drinker .,aroma,0.8,1
i have a book full of reviews i ve been meaning to put up . over a year old . written down on the fly in belgium . but this beer irritated me sufficiently to post my first review . i continue to be underwhelmed by everything of rogue s that i ve ever tried . . is there a on the market . a as it should be . pitch black . even when held to light . big beautiful head from a firm pour down the middle of a oz tumbler lovely tan . very strong lacing . s very nice . clearly a stout . lovely sweetness . chocolate . heavily sweetened coffee . t here is where it falls apart . you can use something other than roasted malt in an impy stout . a munich something anything to cut the roast . i feel like i m drinking out of an ashtray . m surprisingly thin for an impy stout and a beer this roasty . d see taste above . i m having trouble getting through it . really i ve had my share of impy stouts . this is by far the one with the most roasted character . too much . dial it back a bit . i m done with rogue . i think they ve spread themselves too thin .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle from broue haha . a pours a dark orange or dark copper kinda colour with good carbonation . a nice pillowy white head sits on top . bright . half finger of retention with very little lacing . s very interesting . never smelled a beer like this . sugary fruits and some rum maybe . sugar and banana . syrupy fruits . very interesting . smells sweet but different . t a little mild . syrupy fruits with sugar and some rum notes with an odd finish of yeast . m light carbonation with a medium body and a sweet finish that goes dry and clean in a second . o d not a bad beer . interesting yet lacking to some degree . could use some more diversity and richer flavour but interesting nonetheless . more for the rum enthusiast .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from oz bomber into pint glass . no freshness date to be found . a pours a nice rich amber copper with some ruby highlights and an absolutely massive mountainous beige head that just simply will not give up . took me at least minutes just to be able to fill my glass of the way and i was being perfectly gentle yet undecided if that s a good or bad thing . crazy lacing . s umm . i think either this has been mislabeled or new albanian needs to re categorize this brew . my first honest reaction was wondering whether this was a bad batch but judging from the most recent reviews it does n t seem to be . smells decidedly belgian pale ale esque in no way do i get imperial red from this . sort of yeasty and herbal with a sour vomit like tang . maybe a little grapefruit rind and spoiled vegetables . not that great for a straight up belgian beer and certainly not within bounds for an imperial red . t same as the nose tangy belgian funk with some caramel malt sweetness cutting through in a nearly failed attempt at balance . the flavor is more pleasing than the aroma and i can maybe catch a tiny glimpse of a perfectly decent red ale that s been bastardized . m quite full creamy with champagne like carbonation . this and the appearance are the only things going for this one sadly . o i think it s safe to say this convoluted politically charged experiment did n t really work if it is indeed an experiment . the label is confusing and honestly quite misleading . when you spend for an imperial red you expect an imperial red not a belgian somethingorother . i m not an unreasonable guy but i m sorry to say that this just ai n t worth it .,aroma,0.3,0
thanks . bottle poured into a snifter . a burnt sienna with a big white head . good retention nice color and lots of lacing . as bourbon barrel barleywines go this looks great . s nice nose . lots of vanilla and caramel with well integrated bourbon . it really opens up after minutes . notes of oak pervade the senses . light booze notes . nuanced and restrained . this is about a . in the nose but i m feeling generous . t not as good . there are pleasant notes of vanilla bourbon caramel and oak but midpalate it falls apart . a harsh and astringent bitterness accompanies unpleasant dried fruit notes . it s super dry and booze is really powerful in the flavor . oak just sucks the moisture from your mouth . the second half of this beer is just unpleasant hot overly bitter and astringent . m medium in body with upper low carbonation . mouthfeel is thin and somewhat watery . overall i could see this maybe improving with age but it would be a gamble . we shall see . this is not a californian hating on a northwest release . i have a number of bottles and i was hoping it would be great .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle into glass snifter . f . pk . a bright golden body topped with a small loose head of weak retention that vanishes quickly leaving no lacing or cover . not impressive . s extremely sweet candy aroma that overpowers any belgian yeast character that may be present . no hop aroma not much nuance . t sweet grainy body . strong clove and banana notes . very aggressive flavor profile lacks depth . not offensive but borderline cloying . may improve with a food pairing . m medium body with light carbonation . coats the tongue more than one would expect but dissipates quickly . d too sweet for my palate but it goes down very easy . no noticeable alcohol a minor miracle at . abv . watch out this one could be dangerous . o my least favorite of the unchained series to date but still good to see summit diversifying their portfolio .,aroma,0.4,0
a thick dark brown head . onyx black color . strong head retention . coats glass well . s caramel . malts . brownie mix . soy sauce . coffee . rum . mainly sweet with subtle complexities throughout . t raisins at first sip . followed by roasted grains hints of maple syrup and a slight hoppiness . finishes with alcohol . complex and very aggressive in nature . m heavy . thick . syrupy . chewy . bitter finish . menacing . will catch you off guard if you re not ready . d extreme beer in both taste and abv . bold . a sipper with major attitude . an intense beer experience . i m happy to have tried and conquered but not one i ll readily seek out for future enjoyment . bottle artwork understated in the bell s tradition . marbled label with feminine compass key symbol .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle into a seidel . labeled sa appearance pours with a pleasing amount of head . head is frothy and white looks almost whipped . stays around forever . lacing is impressive but not the best ive ever seen . this head will not die and seems to form a thick solid entity all its own . never seen anything like it colour is an appetizing orangish gold perhaps goldenrod if you ve ever seen the flower . lots of little carbonation bubbles coming up to the top . smell not an incredibly strong smell from this one so its very difficult to really say much . smells flowerey hoppy . not much else can be detected taste oh wow . the taste . this is where the beer shines . its quite hoppy and a little bitter but with something else that is hard to describe . theres some sort of bitter taste like a type of nuttiness but a nuttiness completely unlike belgian yeast . it could be described as almost pecan like . there is some sort of hops that i m not familiar with but i do like it . mouthfeel smooth nice amount of carbonation . no bad aftertastes . head is so creamy in your mouth it becomes a quasi solid conglomeration of foam . no boozy warmth but a lot of refreshment . drinkability this is a fantastically easy beer to drink and one of the closest examples of what i think a session beer should be . low abv delicious not too strong but very complex in a subtle way .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle as brooklyn pennant ale . pours copper with medium carbonation and nice but short lived white head . aroma of pine hops with hints of malt . body is medium and crisp . flavor of pine hops and sweet fruity malt upfront with a short earthy hops finish . not bad for the style .,aroma,0.8,1
the head faded quickly into a thin cushion of foam on a very dark mahogany color body . very enjoyable smell roasted coffee chocolate combined with a truffle like fruitiness . the taste shows the same intense roasted maltiness with light fruity notes of alcohol . the alcoholic notes get more and more present and totally unbalanced . they give the brew a liquor taste that gets quite annoying . mouthfeel gets chewy and unpleasing . i just wonder why this brewery keeps mentioning styles for their beers if they dont respect them in the way they brew . this one might be the most disappointing one oh no it s the weizenbock .,aroma,0.9,1
i am drinking a oz bottle poured into a hennepin goblet . the ale is chilled . appearance the ale is an orange color with some hazy sediment in the glass . there is a little bit of lace around the mouth of the glass . smell what smell . i do n t find anything here that would suggest an american ipa . i pick up a bit of a malt aroma something like a english pale ale . taste this cames across more like an amber than an aipa . there is no discernible hop bite or kick nothing that would suggest the bursting with hops claim on the label . the ale is smooth and what little hops are there do not taste bad they just are not forceful enough . mouthfeel the ale is very pleasant in the mouth . as it resembles an amber or plain pale ale the low level hops are good . drinkability the ale is surprisingly drinkable . consider it a pale ale only and you ll be fine . overall pyramid disappoints again taking a great concept and dumbing it down a bit .,aroma,0.4,0
oz brown bottle poured into a oz glass . an uninspiring golden hued beer lowers itself into my glassware with a small flurry of fizzy pop like bubbles that fizzle out just as quickly . just slightly cloudy not very active . when i lean in to enjoy the aroma i find myself confused . did i somehow imagine pouring a beer into my glass only to find myself sniffing empty space . i look down . nope it s there . i guess that means that it really does smell like . well just about nothing . not a bad thing at least it does n t smell like a big city sewage system but its far from thrilling either . i take a taste and find something there this time . thankfully . a bit of non descript sweetness a bit of lemon zest a bit of bread . that s about it though . nothing that makes me think mmm now this is a hefe weizen . i guess it was refreshing though served on the cool side . mouthfeel was light and left the mouth quickly . no doubt a drinkable beer . there is nothing offensive about it . held up against others of the same style though and i would say that this beer is far closer to a budweiser than a weissebier .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a brown ale finished with the local mead . i picked up this cl bottle at the brewery months ago . pours a nice head quickly dissipates . the cloudiness clearly marks this as a nonfiltered beer . chestnut color . the aroma is quite fruity and reminds me unpleasantly of sour homebrew . upfront the taste is all malt very rich with lots of sweetness . later there is a twist with the taste of mead more fruity . very nice balance with none of the sourness that i expected . hop bitterness is low but perceptible . the complexity of the taste keeps me coming back . it s unusual but lovely . the body is medium and the light carbonation pleasant . if you can find it i d recommend this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
comes in a standard brown half liter bottle with a very plain yellow and brown label . zhigulovskoye is a common brand name for russian beers . moskovskovo razliva means that it was poured in moscow . not sure why they want to be proud of that . ingredients include rice and hop products . ok. best before i opened it on . here we go again typical zhigulovskoye presentation . pours a clear somewhat bubbly orangish gold under a three finger snow white head with soapy bubbles . the head fades quickly leaving no traces on the glass . the smell is spoiled apricot and plum again typical zhigulovskoye . the mouth is fairly prickly and heavy . the taste is that typical bad fruit flavor but this one has an appreciable hoppy bitterness that cuts through the overripe fruit . the aftertaste is split between the nice hops and the nasty fruit . ultimately a drain pour i have to admit that this was a pretty good rendition of a notoriously bad beer .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a coppery brown with a slightly tannish head . s it almost smells like a hoppier bock with plum and some chocolaty malt aromas . alcohol is present near the end . t bready malt upfront then a lot of hop bitterness and alcohol . with the scents i experienced i expected the taste would be a little more balanced . m pretty thin in the mouth and a little carbonated for a barley wine in my opinion . d pretty low i think the alcohol and taste would prevent me from having more than one of these .,aroma,0.9,1
what we have here is a dark ruddy chestnut ale with a frothy taupe one finger head that drops a fine coating of lace on my three philosophers snifter glass . nice red highlights are produced when presented to the light . rum raisin ice cream is pronounced with whole wheat bread a touch of pine sap some fig black tea and even sirloin steak . this puppy really opens up as it warms even revealing the aroma of cashews . nuts . sadly the flavor profile falls short of the aroma . all i am pulling from this are raisins and tea as it almost immediately goes to a light bitter finish . this is rather disappointing given its three years in the cellar . this barleywine has a light body with fizzy carbonation . it is dry and cleansing yet lacks a presence of alcohol . ridge runner is easy to consume and more fitting to an afternoon with friends than what i am seeking in a barleywine . to me this more closely resembles a tricked out brown ale and is still enjoyable just not what i was looking for .,aroma,0.9,1
one of my fellow beer loving good friends raves about this beer and its value so i m super psyched to try it . poured from a oz into my oversized snifter . pours a murky maple syrup body not much head but some webby film . lacing has an average hold . nose is very full and really inviting . aromas jump out of the glass a buttery toffee . also notes of molasses huge malt like a cannister just opened for homebrew some candied spices as well as some tingling alcohol . brew enters the mouth quite creamy with no big flavors hitting the tip of my tongue . brew moves to the back of the mouth bubbling quite nicely on the tongue and smacking a big whop of alcohol to the back of the mouth . this did n t thrill me . navigating past the boozyness i found some toffee and hot caramel . finish is a bit dry but pleasant . i can not argue that this is a good value however it s way too boozy for me . a big abv sipper with a great nose . sorry jay bone just did n t cut it for me .,aroma,1.0,1
as others may have observed this is more like pumpkin pie ale than pumpkin ale . the pumkin spices really stand out . i like that . i m just trying to figure out what food to have w this beer . this is not a session beer because the flavor is too unique . you need to have this one with a meal . picture a nut brown ale with a pumpkin flavor and the nose of cinnamon nutmeg and you have this one .,aroma,0.9,1
pours copper with hues of amber . maintains about a quarter inch creamy head . the aroma is great extreamly fresh . strong hop aroma citrusy some grapfruit floral and spicy . carbonation level is medium high which is apropriate low for the full body . the first thing that hits my tongue is a malty sweetness than great citrusy hop flavor balanced with strong biterness that lingers on the palate . the alcohol level is intense not a beer you can drink pint after pint . only complaint is that the bitterness is a little harsh .,aroma,1.0,1
ml corked caged bottle courtesy of soonami . label is black with orange colored cartoon of a coffee pot holding hands with an angry mug of beer . out pours a cola body with sepia edges beneath a scant patch of light tan foam . the head disappears quickly to a ring of small bubbles . aroma packs in big notes of freshly brewed dark coffee . nutty caramel notes and an earthy hop presence are in the mix as well . surprisingly this beer did not overwhelm me with coffee but despite the excellent balance the nose is still dominated by the bean . iced coffee and a mild roastiness hits the tongue with dark berry undertones . baker s chocolate and a porter like dryness finish off each sip . the body of planet bean is reminiscent of a porter too thin and light in its carbonation . overall i was expecting a bit more from this highly touted coffee stout . the coffee is strong and fairly tasty but the supporting cast is on strike .,aroma,0.9,1
cloudy orange amber with thin tight head with good retention . earthy fruit aroma with yeast and bubblegum . that turned to an overpowering vitamin smell . dirty yeast and apple sweetness . vitamin b and zinc taste becomes dominant . sharp carbonation yet sticky . this one just did n t come around . the flavors became very muddy and the vitamin flavor once apparent was all that i could taste . very few redeeming qualities although at first it seemed very promising .,aroma,0.3,0
bomber poured into a duvel tulip . slightly hazy light amber body with some orange hue . two finger off white head . a little retention and a little lacing . looks like a dipa . very sweet aroma of floral hops and sweet honey . a little caramel malt but no notice of the bourbon in the aroma even though the bottle says it is aged in bourbon barrels . yuck . sorry but this is sickenly sweet . i should have seen it coming as the label says it is meant to imitate a hot toddy . the honey is dominant and a slight note of the bourbon in the flavor mix . i let it warm a bit but there is still no real notice of the hops coming through in the flavor . i am a huge fan of schlafly and appreciate the experimentation but this is so cloyingly sweet that i ca n t enjoy it . i hope fans of extremely sweet beers will like this . my expectation of american strong ales falls along the lines of stone arrogant bastard . but this one is not very drinkable . good try but a miss for me .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz . bomber into a snifter . a pours a radiant amber that just glows when held in light . solid two fingers width of white head . some lacing as the beer is consumed . s mild and weak . while there was a hops presence along with various citrus fruits they were very muted . not much else to add here . t first off definitely not what i was expecting . as an imperial ipa i wanted to dock points off immediately because the taste of piney hop oils was nearly non existent . only trace amounts of mild bitter hops could be felt at the end of each sip . however the taste was so damn good i gave it a perfect score . combination of citrus sweetness and various fruits such as oranges lemons and pineapples . if it were n t for the mild hop taste i would have honestly thought i was drinking juice . m light to medium bodied with some carbonation . i did enjoy the sticky residue of sweetness when the beer coated the mouth . d probably the most drinkable beer i have ever had . the alcohol is virtually extinct and the delectable fruit flavors and natural sweetness are to die for . overall at first i was disappointed in the lack of hops presence especially in an imperial ipa . however i rolled with it and was quite surprised as to how flavorful this beer really was . this beer was so smooth it could easily be mistaken for a session beer . definitely a must try .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance poured from the ml bottle into a tulip glass . brew is a hazy orange with visible carbonation . head is two and a half fingers thick and slightly off white . smell lovely aroma of apples pears and light citrus notably grapefruit . slightly sour smell comes in at the end . refreshing and light . taste disappointing . same pleasnat light and sweet fruits show up up front but then the beer goes slightly downhill . a very sour character shows up that is a bit cloying then the beer finishes strong and unpleasantly bitter . admittedly it gets better as you drink a bit more and get used to it . but getting over that hump was pretty hard for me . mouthfeel light crisp and refreshing . drinkability i enjoyed the ml bottle of this but i do n t think i ll be picking this one up again . it was a nice experience though .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into an american style pint glass . appearance . pours a deep black with no light passing through . the head on this beer is gorgeous thick and creamy with a hazelnut color . retention is great as is lacing . smell . roasted barley and nuttiness are present but not overwhelming . the nuttiness is reminiscent of some yeast esters found in other styles of beer though i ca n t say that is the source . very little hop aroma . taste . huge roasted barley up front as well as a smokey malt presence . this if followed by a pleasing hop bitterness . not much hop flavor though . mouthfeel . nice heavy body with the perfect amount of carbonation . to be truthful i did not enjoy this brew the first two times i had it . this third time though i really appreciated the equally considered malt and hop characters .,aroma,0.6,1
pours lightly hazy copper with orange and gold flecks . chunky off white to beige head dies down at a moderate pace and leaves medium lacing . aroma is faint malts with a mild and vague hoppy character and some alcohol . medium body just a touch fizzy . flavor is warm sour bready lightly buttery malts backed by subtle but strong bitter grassy and resiny hops . notes of apple peach dough wood and cream throughout . finish is sharp and toasty with a mildly bitter aftertaste .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a nice golden retriever color with a small but persistent head . smells fantastic . fruity citrus some serious hops . one of the better smelling beers i ve had . taste very good as well . there s a dryness in it that s a little weird on the back of the throat but the hops come blazing through . you can definitely catch the taste of the alcohol too . another good drinker . this was a solo picked up as part of a build your own six pack i think i ll grab the whole six next time i see it . good beer .,aroma,1.0,1
i m very impressed with this beer . it is slightly hoppy and extremely roast y without a tremendous amount of chocolate or coffee . it reminds me a great deal of founder s black rye which i tremendously enjoy . color is a dark black but is not the inky black of imperial porters . as the beer went from bottle to glass it appeared more of a light brown . aroma is lightly of centennial hops superceded by pleasing chocolate malt roastiness . flavor is very dry and roasty but not too cholate y or coffee ish . the dryness is great and reminsicent of founder s black rye to me . mouthfeel is almost chalky perhaps due to the dry character of this beer but somehow matches the flavors i m detecting . quite drinkable . i ve been saving this beer for the right occasion where i can properly enjoy this beer and this afternoon in front of march madness is it .,aroma,1.0,1
cl bottel poured into my struise glass a pours dark golden amber colour with huge white finger head that stays forever and leaves tons of lacing very nice s wow this is . intresting very intens smell very nice hop aroma tons of hops citrus flavour very similar to pliny the elder i want to taste this one t similar to the nose but not that strong wheat tons of hops citrus sweet malts nice slightly bitter finish this could be the little brother of pliny the elder but this is softer not so strong m very smooth very well balanced d very drinkable alcohol is well hidden i could drink this all day long yammy well done struise . . .,aroma,1.0,1
had this on tap at st james gate in amsterdam . served on tap cool in a pint glass . a brown red body and a thick off white head . s butter and caramel . t sweet and watery some caramel and a light british hop finish . m medium to light and thin . d not robust at all . the light flavor is disappointing after an appealing aroma . i would not have this again .,aroma,0.9,1
a many floaties in a beautiful amber body supporting a white head and thick white sheets of lacing . s fresh pastry aroma . zippy citrus . spice . t very odd flavor like dried apples . hugely sweet and no bitterness . mf light carbonation and full bodied . d this beer was far too sweet there should be a warning that this is a desert beer . this was my th review .,aroma,1.0,1
got this bottle from a shop on the corner across from the train station in schaerbeek brussels belgium . think there s something wrong there as a lot of the beers have off flavors and aromas even in cans . no idea why . anyway this one poured with an excellent head and lots of lace . great mahoganey color . aroma has definite skunk . after being open for a bit fades . good scotch ale but a little oversweet in a neutral way . very nice body . if it were n t for the skunk thing good beer . good mouth and carbonation . scotch ale finish a bit warming . little too sweet and strong for a session .,aroma,0.3,0
served in a pint glass . i ve wanted to rate all the beers from my past pre enlightenment and finally am getting to this one sans lime . a moderate pour yields one finger head that quickly dissipates to nothing . highly fizzy . crystal clear light straw color . s faint whiff of malt and hops smells like a macro lager duh . euro hops and lightly toasted malt . t bread with off aftertaste sort of flat and bitter . cooked veggies . bad breath taste swoops in after halfway done . m starchy coats my teeth like a green banana . there s a bad taste after a full beer which makes my mouth feel gross . d almost as easy to drink as water but not tastier than water .,aroma,0.7,1
cloudy dark orange pour in a lager glass . big white nice head with big hop aroma . kind of grassy hops flavor with a thick gritty mouthfeel and an intense tree bark chewed up aspirin tablet like bitterness . too medicinal of a bitterness to be truly pleasant for me and killed an otherwise nice unique beer .,aroma,0.8,1
i just got back from a buddies house he had purchased several beers for us to enjoy tonight with dinner with our families . i felt a bit adventuresome and took the tanners jack . i should have taken the fullers ipa . good thing he only purchased one a pack of this would have surely sat on the shelve . appearance clear amber ale with a very thin head and little to none carbonation when poured into the glass . very few bubbles flowed from the glass to the top . the head faded very fast and was gone after the first few sips . its a decent looking pale ale but the head and lack of carbonation was disappointing . smell once again i was very disappointed with this beer . surprisingly it had a strong skunk smell to it which is highly unusual for any pale ale i have had . under the skunk i did notice some floral hop smells but the skunky smell was too overpowering . i couldnt notice any malt due to the other off odors . taste almost no malt flavor a touch of bittering hops and some flavoring hops . this was rather bland and lacked any substance had some strange off flavors . mouthfeel watery uninteresting no carbonation and rather boring . drinkability i wouldnt want to drink anymore of this beer . this is a pour excuse for a british pale ale . its boring uninteresting has small strange smells and off flavors and the skunk smell ruined it . i dont mind a skunky smell in heineken but in pale ale no way . this style should fall in these guidelines a mix of fruity hoppy earthy buttery and malty aromas and flavors can be found it failed miserably . the only redeeming thing about this pale ale is its color which is rather nice but then the lack of carbonation and head ruined that .,aroma,0.3,0
ordered this from a mexican restaurant i was hoping for the german pilsener version but instead was served the clasica . a pale straw fizzy some head retention s stale cereal grains corn a hint of sweetness t starts with a tinge of sweetness big grainy bread profile considerable amount of flavor for an adjunct lager decent balance mf light body high carb o better than most of what bmc offers but only by a slim margin,aroma,0.4,0
appearance obvious honey color with a very white head which at first pour looked promising but dissipated quickly smell not to much going on . you get the obvious honey smell but other then that not much taste nothing . took a drink and had to take another to make sure i was drinking beer . upon closer examination you get some sweet maltiness that is also helped by the honey flavor . mouthfeel almost watery but there is a distinct honey texture that almost sticks to your mouth . drinkability could easily have more then a few of these in a night . easy drinker but not much in the way of taste .,aroma,0.4,0
this lager almost pours with the look of a pepsi or coca cola . a good inch of creamy white head devours the rim with creamy lacing . the nose on this brew leaves much to be desired . smells more of cardboard or wet paper with a roasted malt . taste is better than the nose thankfully with a creamy succulent mouthfeel . caramel and roasted malt are the main flavor components . not overly comples hence a uncanny smoothness making the beer fairly drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
toronado . pours a hazy golden straw nice but not noteworthy . scent of a traditional belgian pale light fruits yeast and sugar . again not particularly noteworthy . i liked it but only liked . the taste was ok but it tasted and felt somewhat watery . no aspect stood out and considering how crowded the strong pale ale category is with exceptional brews this unfortunately does n t contend . cheers jd,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a . oz can into an imperial pint . bright copper with a decent head of white that fell after a minute or two leaving a thin ring . smells like cooked veggies that were slightly rotten . there s some diacetyl for a second then a whiff of aluminum . hops are in there . somewhere . quite possibly one of the worst smelling beers i ve encountered . the taste is n t bad . slight malt notes then generic hops with a dry finish . more hop than malt but its fairly balanced . light mouthfeel makes this one go down easy but the smell hurts the drinkability .,aroma,0.3,0
oz wow . i ve never had a beer that tastes like the way a wet cat smells . this shit is pretty rank . the color is like the worst bmc piss has to offer . the smell is like i said as a wet animal . the taste well anything could pretty much taste better . the feel is ridiculous bad super thin and the d bility is needless to say horrible .,aroma,0.2,0
appearance pours a hazy blood orange toned amber with a fluffy finger of bubbly frothy cream head suspended on top of the glass as if it were painted on . absolutely glowing brilliant orange and red tones when held to the light and faint inconsistent streams of carbonation move up the side of the glass in quick bursts . lacing is pretty though does n t stick to the glass long . smell absolutely amazing malt notes blend in with citrus and pine hops . the result is an extremely well blended mix of pine clove spice and floral notes from the hops mixing well with honey light brown sugar and bready notes from the malts . smells absolutely perfect . the taste is great too the hop notes remind me a bit of sierra nevada s celebration though not as biting . the taste is n t as blended as the smell leaning more heavily towards the hoppy pine notes and with just a little honey and bread in the background . aftertaste is moderately strong and piney . mouthfeel is this beer s weak point . it is n t awful but it is foamy as if there is too much of it and at the same time seems too weak and sporadic to deliver the taste like a beer like this deserves . i do n t remember this on the other bottles of this i ve had so far but was n t really paying attention for reviewing purpose so i will update if i find anything different from the rest of the pack . overall drinkability is great . love central waters brews and was extremely happy to get this one living in virginia from a friend who had just been to the brewery . easily sessionable and highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
beer brewery gumballhead three floyds brewing city state munster indiana style american pale wheat ale abv . ibu date june serving type oz bottle glassware goblet appearance golden and clear with a nice stream of bubbles coming up right in the center of the glass very thin head . aroma very hoppy and hints of sweet fruit taste a light citrus hop flavor a little bitter as well but in a refreshing way mouthfeel good carbonation in fact maybe a bit too much . this is a very gassy beer . conclusion for a wheat beer this taste more like an ipa . it is not bad but when you are expecting a good wheat flavor and instead you get a hoppy flavor well it just throws off the whole thing . i would drink this again now that i know what to expect . jh,aroma,0.8,1
lately i have had my share of coffee infused brews so this one should be another great experience . i am curious to see the difference from the usual american style versions to this english style company . poured into a beer glass . alot of head in the beginning it does have a nice shingling layer pattern . coming off of a cold so the smell is n t that strong to me right . but it smell decent from what can make out . dark reddish color smooth in taste with mild carbonation added the coffee taste is really hard to make out . it does n t hit you like most of the ones i have tried that are label as a coffee beer . it seem that this one was professionally mix and blended well . i can make out a subtle coffee grind texture right at the end of the drink . interesting . highly recommended to try again .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured just like a normal stout having to wait for the color to set in . after set in the head remained while it looked dark chocolate brown . s surprisingly not much smell emitted the thick brew . with a good pull you can inhale a tad scent of malts . t right off the bat the taste of coffee and dark malts and finishes slightly bitter . m not as think as i expected . i consider it to be a light stout . d maybe good for a dessert . i would not drink this everday . it is like consuming another meal after having one glass .,aroma,0.4,0
first off let me say that i love this style and i love this brewery . i may be willing to try this beer again and edit my review but . . a hazy murky amber . no head to speak of which was a big disappointment . visible carbonation but lack of head and murky color give off the illusion of flatness . s it smells great . bananas clove maple syrup . t this is where i m on the fence . i love the huge malt in this beer . it is almost cloying but in a good way . the banana and clove are huge which is good and typical of what you would find in other weizenbocks like vitus or aventinus . the alcohol is very hot in this beer and this is its major flaw . because it not only adds a harshness and an astringency to the taste but it also makes the huge banana and clove flavors harder to deal with . i wanted to like this beer but i found it hard to drink . that being said there are some other little complex notes that i kept noticing . spiced apple peach almond . m felt undercarbonated for this style . the carbonation was not a very noticeable component . i also still could n t get past how hot it was and this sort of skewed my interpretation of the mouthfeel . that being said this beer certainly lingered on your palate for some time o i was a bit disappointed . i wanted to like this beer but i found it hard to drink . however i may try it again and see what i think of it the second time .,aroma,0.8,1
cheers to plaza liquors in o fallon for having a case of these behind the counter reserved for beer geeks . they scored a single case and as such limited bottle purchases to one . in my humble opinion that was the classy thing to do . i hope everyone in the area gets to at least sample this one . great style points for appearance . hues of scorched copper and rubies . a beautifully tanned crown reminds me of cappuccino or hot chocolate froth that billows nicely before collapsing to a skimming . king henry really has me with its aroma even more than flavor . a rich milk chocolate is in the backdrop of each inhalation . heavy caramels bourbon dark fruits a fruity sweetness and a touch of tobacco. this is really a fantastic smelling barleywine . i d dare to say it is one of the best smelling barleywines that i ve had to date . kudos to a great bouquet . plenty of caramel malt to provide a creamy mouthfeel king henry takes off with sweetness but not cloyingly so . bourbon comes through strong but not so overpowering as to mute all of the toffee figs caramelized brown sugar and spicy flavors . definitely some vanilla in there tying together with the bourbon and oak . goose island never really disappoints me with their barrel aged beers and king henry is no exception . a buddy of mine shared this bomber in two brandy snifters and really enjoyed it as it warmed finding it more complex with each degree . hopefully no one finds this beer to be a whale as it really just is n t that fantastic but a solid barleywine overall .,aroma,1.0,1
the description had me sold on this particular brew . i had spent the week camping in new york and in stowe so drinking this seemed fitting . i felt like i had the remains of a campfire in my mouth . this brew is not for everyone but i think it is worth trying .,aroma,0.8,1
pours very pale yellow with no head just a little foam around the edges but with nice bubbles making their way up my glass . if michelob ultra and champagne had a baby this is what it would look like . smell is very funky sweet with a lot of phenolic plastic aromas that are making me feel apprehensive about the taste . i am really not getting any fruity aromas perhaps a little bit of apple . it actually smells kind of like whiskey and apple juice served in a brand new plastic cup . the flavor is quite surprising . there is a definite lambic tartness up front but not as much as i was expecting . overall this beer has a lot of sweetness . pineapple and banana like flavors really do n t break through till the very end as you swallow . only a rumor of the mustiness that i enjoy so much in lambics . a pretty thin mouthfeel keeps it from being cloyingly sweet . i have to say though that as far as drinkability goes this is probably the one and only bottle i will ever have . what a bizarre beer .,aroma,0.3,0
on tap at mahar s a golden color . really pleasant . fingers of head with some fairly decent lacing . s had no conception this was a strong ale . i found the smell to be mild with some fairly noticeable hop notes . t hoppy but not overpowering . the malt keeps it in check . did not pick up the abv at all on this one . m nice solid medium body that was really crisp in my mouth . well carbonated . d another reviewer noted a double pilsner and i think this is dead on . i figured this to be about . when i was drinking it . good thing i only had one .,aroma,0.6,1
cork explodes out of the bottle i m just glad i did n t put a hole in my ceiling . poured into a seirra xxx sifter . a thick oily creamy coco brown head . leaves the bottle an extremely dark brown but once in the glass i ca n t get anything but pitch black . this is lovely . amazing lacing and it leaves just a wonderful effect on the glass . burnt malt with a sweet thin porter like smell . i really do n t have a word in my vocabulary to explain it . but it s a smell that makes me think of a thinner and sweeter but fair bodied stout . this often goes with lighter oatmeal stout . almost sour but more of a fungus like smell . it is n t bad or anything you d want to avoid but i do n t care for it either . nothing thin about this bad boy . bitter . it opens sweet like any thick high abv stout will . that burnt malt is just a caramel pleasure but it goes so bitter and funky . a piney hope profile with some off putting wood that blends amazingly well . i like to think of this as a beer where the sum of all the parts are much greater than the individual parts . this beer exemplifies this . part of me dislikes this flavor and a part of me loves it . it s really strange and hard to place . this beer drinks and feels just amazingly . smooth creamy and well carbonated . it is a sipper as all beers of this style should be . a hair too easy to drink but not going to happen tonight . . equivalent for a pack . a bit expensive all things considered . . for a bottle which is what i base this on . amazing honestly how that works out .,aroma,0.3,0
got this fantastic brew at vintners in charlotte with none other than lauren salazar from new belgian . this beer pours a beautiful light amber hued body with a slight cloudy body and a half finger length head that stays for a little while but does n t completely disappear . the smell is full of hops . . . this is the hoppiest smelling sour i ve ever had . it s full of grapefruit and obvious citra hop undertones . citra gives that great mandarin orange peel mixed with raw green onion essence . lots of sweet clean citrus hop spiceyness with only a faint sour tartness in the nose . the taste is completely contrast to the smell which makes this beer so unique . it s tart and sour like sucking on a lemon with grassy spice and a sharp finish . it s sour like a grapefruit mid taste and leave your tongue partially dried and partially salivating wanting more . i ve never had a brew finish like this and all i want is to go back for more . as the brew warms it balances the tartness and hop harshness and they blend more uniformly . i do n t know which i like better the colder or warmer version . finish is very sharp and clean with slight drying effect but the mouthfeel is pretty thick considering how sharp it is . the is the mouthfeel of a very well made high quality belgian thick but not heavy . the texture nearly gets fuzzy after a few sips but it s mostly likely due to the tart and hoppy effects on your tongue . the beer is as any good sour should be . i absolutely love this beer i hope i can find it again soon my favorite so far from new belgian .,aroma,1.0,1
sweet butterscotch sugar nose like candy . also reminiscent of a hershey chocolate bar commingled with notes of yeast . frothy sculptured head that clung and climbed the walls of my tasting glass . some lacing evident . clear dark amber color . this is a strange beer . maybe the beer was old or the bottle defective . or that s how the beer tastes . all through the tasting i was greeted by a strange start to the flavor i liken it to a synthetic plastic flavor followed by a bitter hops signature on a malt foundation . tones of butterscotch and sweet malt remain as the finish phase takes the stage on my taste buds . finishes with a bitter hops flavor that ends quickly . average mouthfeel seems like the beer was subdued by a vale that left little life on my palate . ho hum .,aroma,0.8,1
what can i say . i love pbr . a beer this cheap should not be this tasty . pretty much better than most anything else out there for the same price . doesnt really keep any head no lacing . this beer has almost no smell to it just the lightest touch of grains . the taste department is where pbr delivers . nice bit of sweet malt and a teeny tiny bit of hops alcohol taste breaking through far more flavorful than its competitors . great for a hot summer day or taking the edge off after work . this has always been and may always be my favorite cheap beer .,aroma,0.3,0
had this one on tap at the greenwich union the brewery tap for meantime . the body is dark brown with thin but lasting coffee coloured head . the aromas is astonishing this is the most coffee like of any coffee beers that i ve tasted . made with fairtrade rwandan coffee the bottled version warns you that a bottle is equivalent to a cup of coffee it also reccommends it as an accompaniment to chocolates . the flavour is full on coffee with some nutty background and residual malt sweetness . long long aftertaste of delicious coffee . excellent .,aroma,1.0,1
i may just not be a fan of this style of beer but i was not overly impressed . i m not sure what i was expecting but i was expecting a little bit more . i found this beer at a fruit vegetable stand off of i in eastern washington and figured i d give it a shot . the color reminded me of a coke dark with hues of red amber shining through . there was very little head and lacing was minimal . the aroma was pleasant light and floral . flavors of bitterness up front small hints of nutty tones and a slight burnt flavor as well . the combinations of flavors just did n t do it for me again it may be the style or it may be this brew . the mouthfeel was light crisp and dry . i would definitely drink another if given the chance but i d look elsewhere if i had a choice . overall not bad but not great either .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from roughly a six month old bottle into a giant tulip . about a half inch head with some funky scent . smells like sour cherries and sour grapes with a white wine smell . initial taste bananas . very confusing at first . as this beer warms up you can really taste the wood it was aged in as well as the wine . alcohol is almost hidden until the end . worth trying but not worth nine dollars a bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle . expire date this beer really likes its own glass . crystal clear pale straw color w a billowing bright white head that drapes and blakets the cruve of the goblet . steady streeams of carbonation rocket to the top from the etched d in the bottom . aroma is clean light and spritzy hints of vanilla lemon zest and fresh rolls . sharp saazy hop up front tart and lemony . a bit of carb bite on the tongue gives way to medium bodied malt with a hint of melon sweetness . then the hop takes charge w warm peppery bittering through the finish . mellow long lingering dry aftertaste . i bet this bottle would have been better w another year in the cellar . classic belgian golden ale .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap the blind tiger in nyc appearance nothing overly impressive golden color little cloudy hazy nice head retention . smell the jasmine is def . present in the nose of this one along with fruity citrus hop notes . taste mouthfeel starts out with a nice hop presence but then fades quickly drinkability very easy drinking beer having it with some food helps the overall taste of the beer too . overall a decent brew not best ipa ive had def . on the weaker side mainly tried it because of the availability of it .,aroma,0.9,1
a great color not a large head pours about a quarter inch thick or so but retains it well and leaves some nice lacing and foam along the levels of the glass as you drink it down . s not so good . smell is vaguely skunky a little barn like . unpleasant t pretty good very smooth and balanced very mild . i think i wanted to taste more of the rye than i do it s very subtle . not very hoppy just some alcohol bite and a slight malty essence followed by an aftertaste that s vaguely rye like . i think this would go great with a pastrami on dark rye though . that s a pairing i d love to try . does begin to taste better as it warms holding it in my mouth for a moment is a nice way to savor it . m really nice feel . smooth creamy somewhat thicker bodied good carbonation but not overtly . d i like it but it s a little forgettable . not a bad session beer and i d like to have it with some deli sandwiches but it does n t stand out so greatly either .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at lagunitas a the pour is a nice amber color with a big white head perched on top . s the nose certainly exhibits the ginger in this beer . in fact that s just about all you notice . the ginger is pungent and intense but certainly has a fresh aroma to it . t the ginger is once again dominant allowing just a few hints of hop flavor to come through . in fact i can almost taste the ginger before i even put the glass to my mouth . m the body is medium as is the level of carbonation . d you certainly have to enjoy ginger to find this one drinkable . while i do like ginger this was just too much .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at the map room billed as a belgian dark . very pretty pour . silky black with a tight white head . there s a smoothness about the look of this beer . i do n t think i ve ever said that something looked smooth before so i ca n t really tell you what exactly i mean by a smooth appearance but trust me this looked smooth . smells like burnt lightly smokey malt with no real hop or yeast profile . like a smooth again . schwarz a little nutty and earthen but mostly smoke . do n t really get how this is a belgian dark . certainly does n t smell like there s any wheatmalt in there either . tastes firmer than it smells . smokiness presides over a rich very dark malt profile of nuts peat and burnt grain . rich but not overpowering . the hops and the yeast are both highly subdued and the bitterdry malts could maybe have used a little something to cut into them but still it s totally solid .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage . poured from a ml bottle into a snifter . rust and dark coral intermingle in the color of the body relatively clear though numerous globules float throughout the liquid . light ivory head recedes to a bubbly collar and a faint tattoo on the surface . glassy legs . extremely fruit fillled aromatics pungent apple sauce notes lead the way into a more diverse array of stone fruit esters . leathery young brandy and light oak notes as well . caramel orange blossom honey and berry syrup is in there as well . drosophilia come running well flying . malt syrup gingerbread loam tobacco and vanilla flavors on the palate . fine delicate sherry flavors come out mid palate along with toffee and stewed fruit . faintly vinuous though this is more of a sherry character than that of oxidation . lush oaky notes with a touch of bergamot in the finish complexity grows as the beer warms . oily medium bodied with low carbonation . i m still impressed that the base beer can be improved upon by soaking up the best characteristics of the barrels it is aged in but these special editions of harvest ale have certainly matured more than simply aged .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours brown with a good finger of tan head . s moderate hop aroma slight malt . t initial sweetness followed by strong hop bitterness . nice carbonation . malt flavor comes out as it warms . m lighter side of thick . slight oily feel . good carbonation . d would drink another,aroma,0.6,1
good beer for college students just looking to get drunk cheap as hell so pretty much any poor starving student can afford it . it will never fill you up so you can just keep on drinking . everyone knows that keystone sucks but lets face it its a perfect beer for a particular target audience .,aroma,0.2,0
ounce bottle courtesy of hoppymeal thanks to derek for the opportunity vintage vim and vigor crossed out with black marker this particular year came in at abv split with four friends last night poured into my dogfish head snifter a pours nearly black with ruby red around the edges even a very aggressive pour did not warrant any head so retention or lacing was not even an option s smell is so complex i originally thought alcohol would pretty much be the only thing detectable there is maple syrup port wine cognac green olives milky cocoa lots of sugar and fermented raisins t sweetness from the malts hit you first but it does not take long for the strength to make its presence me known the label was not lying about their being a huge amount of barley in here either roasted malts are very subtle for being a stout of this nature taste does not change much as it warms in my hand other than being sweeter the boozy flavor is not stronger either way lots of cognac like tastes throughout with syrupy sweetness lingering after the alcohol bite m pungent harsh hot syrupy and sweet mouthfeel body was much thinner than expected not much carbonation at all the taste lingered forever d hard to swallow at times booze were hidden well for how high the abv is though heavy on the stomach definitely a sipper this is pushing the limits between beer and hard liquor this beer has aged nicely i have had this stuff fresh before and it is overly hot then this bottle has mellowed out quite a bit and is probably close to its prime unless it is already there second strongest beer i have had next to last year s utopias i would like to drink this stuff again i would probably sit on my next bottle for a few more years to see what happens though it is not like there is not enough alcohol to hold it up recommended but this specific vintage might be a little harder to track down although it would be worth it,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle . bottled in april . pours a dark red with small white head that has decent retention and leaves a fair amount of lacing on the glass . aroma is huge cherry some cherry pits some lactic acid light barnyard funkiness and just the smallest hint of acetic acid . awesome . the taste is again huge with cherry flavor without sweetness cherry pits a decent amount of sourness with a good lactic tartness on the finish . medium body . low carbonation . i found the carbonation to be a bit low and felt the beer would have definitely benefited from more carbonation . still a phenomenal beer . it reminded me a lot of the fresh lou pepe kriek i had on tap a few weeks ago . i found the lou pepe to be slightly more enjoyable but certainly loved this as well .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into my la moneuse snifter ngne porter is jet black with a large burnt tan head with large bubbles which somewhat slowly settles leaving heavy lace . smell is faint dusty coco hops and caramel . taste is nice full porter classic and satisfying chocolate smooth and delicious . this is maybe the best porter i ve ever head i m just blown away . i ll enjoy the rest of this thank you very much . mouthfeel is light and fluffy but full . drinkability is super high this is a fantastic porter . my first norwegian beer afaik cheers to the naked island . at cost plus world market . wow i wish it was n t the last one . served at cellar temp .,aroma,0.6,1
nice hazey peach amber color can not see my fingers on the other side of the glass . fair amount of white foam at the top . the smell is very inviting citrus hops in full effect as well as som piney notes under it all . the hop bitterness is apparent immediately trying to balance itself out with some light sweet malts but to no avail the hops overpower the other flavors and control the brew . nice full mouthfeel lingering dryness in its wake . wish this tasted half as good as it smelled .,aroma,0.9,1
very interesting beer . it s got an amber color that is quite cloudy . it has a nice head that sticks around for a bit and has a slight purple tint to it . very unique . you can smell the hints of black blue berries which is quite nice . it s got a sharp taste of fruit it reminds me almost of a fruity wine . the alcohol is very warming but not over powering at all . i got this is in a pt . oz bottle a great bottle to sip on throughout the night . overall another great dogfish head brew .,aroma,1.0,1
poured without much ceremony into a glass goblet . not much in the way of head a little bit of fading cola fizz . beautiful reddish brown color like a dubbel even the foam is reddish and dark . smells great like a sweet belgian with lots of yeast and fruit and candy . if warm you can whiff the alcohol but it comes across as citrusey and light . taste was unbelievably tart and dry especially after it smelled so sweet and dubbel ish . lots of smokey coffeey and mineral water . sour yeast and warming booze . mouthfeel is closer to red wine in the throat and champagne on the tongue than to beer in either place . i had a hard time taking more than one glass due to the tart and bitter alcohol at the forefront . both warm and cold it s hard to focus on the real flavours underneath .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to mully for this one . he posted a note in the midwest forum that a hudson store rec d a case or two i promptyly left home for the minute drive that netted me my first kentucky breafast stout . last ones in chicone s . even a hard pour gets only a bit of head i think all of the beer s energy is going into its unique weirdness with nothing leftover for show . and as is proper for an imperial stout it s a very dark version of black . the smell s a little disappointing . coffee it screams . as it warms it gets a little more subtle but there s still nothing else . i think i could slip this into my wife s coffee mug she d never notice the difference until it hit her tongue . taste is . strange . i think this is the most complex beer i ve ever tasted for that i have to give it props . there s the coffee the bourbon all sorts of other stuff i ca n t identify . again as it warms to its proper temp the beer gets better . mouthfeel is thick full stout like . drinkability is really good it s going to take me an hour at least to down this the only note is there s a touch too much coffee to make it perfectly drinkable . overall really good but there s still two stouts i d put above it . not to say i m not happy to still have several in the beer fridge .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a light golden straw color with plenty of creamy white head that sticks around for a while and laces the glass . smells very weakly of yeast and not much else . the taste is very clean slightly sweet with almost enough bitterness to balance it out . there s a very faint hint of malt there but not a lot . finishes slightly sour but not too bad . mouthfeel is very heavy and creamy not bad at all . overall it s very drinkable because there s no outstanding flavors for you to object to or to really like .,aroma,0.4,0
oz can thanks to robtobfest . bottom stamped . whatever that means . pours a mellow dark brown with some thin off white head . nose smells like your traditional quad vanilla dried figs oak . but of course those were added to this beer so says the can . palate is sharp with an alcohol tinge . boozy for sure . flavors are a bit thinner than i expected based on the nose but dried dark fruits figs dates etc vanilla toasted oak milk chocolate dark wool etc . medium light bodied for the style . semi short finish . notes the nose is pretty friggin great . the palate feels thin for the style and the flavors that it s supporting . seems a bit thinned out by the alcohol presence . solid though my first belgian style canned beer .,aroma,0.9,1
looking and smelling the beer wo n t do much for you . the taste is a tad above average but it is very crisp and slides down easy . it is one of the most drinkable beers out there . it is n t very powerful but does n t have the tart crap taste that most mass produced beers have .,aroma,0.4,0
paid . for a loose oz bottle from riley s wines of the world in madison wi . poured into a standard pint glass to review since i m at my folk s house and they do n t have the best glassware . pours rather thin for a grand cru . head is very small fizzy and off white in color . despite the small head this is well carbonated as suggested by the rising bubbles from the bottom of the glass . transparent dark copper in color . minimal lacing . smells of sweet candied fruits a la grape fig and banana with hints of caramel malt . quite pleasant on the nose without being much on the side of complex . the taste seems a bit artificial for the style . it has a similar taste to the nose in regards to the fruitiness but it is almost as if this was a concentrate that was added . has similarities to a fake juice taste . the mouthfeel is rather disappointing for the style and really is what separates this from a quality belgian . quite watery and light to medium bodied . medium finish of artificial fruity sweetness . despite all of this finishing this one beer was not a problem . not a bad offering from such a young brewery from the us brewing in belgian style .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a caged and corked into a tulip glass . damn gusher this bottle was . note to bros.you ve got two listing for the same beer here . chose to review in the most populated entry . a slightly veiled purple with a thick pink head that settles rapidly to nothing . this could be pretty and a bit more interesting if it retained a head which it apparently does not . s black raspberries for sure and natural and wonderful smelling to boot . so many of these fruit beers seem to be created from additives but damn this one smells like the real deal . t a huge letdown . the nose enticed me the flavor profile is nowhere near what one would expect from the smell of this . slightly sour virtually non existant taste . this could use some sweetness . it is light and dry and that is the best and only thing i can say about it . m thin and overcarbonated . d sadly this one will not be bought again . not sure what sly fox was thinking on this . got ta give them credit for trying to brew something a bit offbeat but i ca n t believe they put this one out . .they are a damn good brewery . this misses the mark.by a long shot . fyi just for the sheer hell of it i tossed a packet of splenda into the tulip and stirred with a spoon . not only did it generate a frothy head reducing some of the carbonation but it brought out a bit of the flavor that i was hoping for in this brew . not enough to salvage it however.down the crapper it goes .,aroma,0.9,1
chilled bottle into a glass . a pours a slightly cloudy amber color with slow carbonation up the glass giving the impression of a thick and viscous liquid . develops a half inch head that recedes quickly into the collar of death . s brown sugar molasses caramel dark rum raisins and a little toasted malt . t this is nothing but sweetness and malt in your face . starts out with a brown sugar and molasses blend laying down a sweet foundation that segues into a caramel raisin blend in the mid taste . the finish is light toasted malt and booze which remains through to a warm burn in the aftertaste . the overall effect is like drinking a solid dark rum . m full bodied with light to medium carbonation that works very well for the style . the abv is not well masked and gives a noticeable burn which combined with the body makes this a sipping beer at best . d low . it s a slow sipper which means i ca n t handle more than one bottle in a sitting and it s just too damn cloying to take even that . it has a lot of potential but it would benefit from toning down the sweetness and round out the flavor a bit to avoid fatiguing the taste buds .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a pint glass . low expectations yield a staisfying experience . an orangish brown body that is somewhat underwhelming and carbonated to a fault . i could literally hear the carbonation when i poured it . a finger of off white head tops it off . a very sweet and fruity smell . sweet malts with apple and pear highlights . smells basically like apple juice . not very subtle but quite fine . a very malty and fruity taste . tastes like apple juice that s a little bready along with a mild taste of hops . watery . also the carbonation that was so present during the pour now seems dulled . for all its faults in the end rogue makes a malt liquor that achieves what you usually want out of the style . it s very drinkable light and is a good thirst quencher .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance black color . tan creamy head . has decent retention and sticks well to the glass in patches . smell very hoppy for a stout . also sweet and chocolate . taste roasted nutty chocolate and some fruitiness . creamy almost milk sweet . this has a great flavor . mouthfeel full bodied . maybe just medium body . drinkability comples and tasty . well balanced . sweetness matches the chocolate hop bitter perfectly .,aroma,0.6,1
a oz bottle poured into a snifter after having this for months in the cellar . deep dark chocolate brown with a sudsy dark cappucino single finger head . lacing is faint . s roasted malts chocolate and coffee have a nice fragrance . t really a lot going on here . alcohol up front and everything else that was present in the nose . quite a bite of chocolate hops are almost non existent . finish is dry and long slightly on the bitter side . m finish stays around for quite a while almost too long really coats the mouth . d was impressed by the complexities in the taste the finish was slightly less than desirable but one of the top stouts on my list .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a nice caramel reddish hue with a light white grey head with miniscule bubbles around the edge and on the head smells like dough and sweet malt tasted very similar to aroma sweet malt doughy yeast and a very faint fruit hop flavor . this flavor could be from a light hop addition or from the yeast used in this beer . slight metallicity also present nice mouthfeel not syrupy nor watery . drinkability is great im sure these would not be hard to put a number down,aroma,0.6,1
served in snifter at goose island on tap a pours dark amber with an off white one finger head that dissipates shortly after pour and laces nicely throughout . s i smelled hops and some sweetness maybe from cinnamon that s about it . t was surprised when the taste had everything the smell did n t . you can really taste the holiday spices cinnamon clove caramel honey . the hops also give off a nice bitterness . m leaves a nice creamy coating . good carbonation . medium bodied . d it is a great christmas ale . i reminds me of a lighter version of great lakes which is not a bad thing at all .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from oz bottle into tulip glass . pours a shade darker than an amber with about a one finger head . adequate lacing . smoke aroma dominates . smells like a slightly malty beer with liquid smoke dropped in it . ca n t pick up on much else because of the smoke . tastes pretty similar to the aroma . first thing that hits though is a brief bitter hop bite that quickly gives way to a slight caramel sweetness and some subtle fruit maybe apple . . then the smoke comes through and in a big way . not overpowering though like i thought it would be from the smell . lastly some spicy rye notes come through . the smoke flavor lingers for awhile afterwards . if i were to describe it more succinctly i would say it would be like an amber ale with a dash of rye and a handful of smoke . mouthfeel is good . good carbonation medium bodied . overall i would say this is a good beer . the rye really seems to complement the smoke . i m really glad the smoke is n t overdone its perfect . this is more of a have to be in the mood for beer but would enjoy this again on a special occasion .,aroma,0.6,1
begins with a very strong and pleasant aroma sweet and alcoholic with raisin notes dominating and upon further reflection a hint of lemon . tartness . while appropriately dark for a dubbel i m just not that into the coca cola brown yielded by dark candi sugar as opposed to the roasted malts of a porter or stout . moreover unlike the thick contrasting color that can make a dark pint of guiness so attractive the head was very thin although persistent . the strong aroma and dark color leads one to expect a full bodied malty sweet meal in a glass . but this beer is instead very dry and subdued on the palate too subdued for my taste . still a very clean and balanced beer that in true belgian style is extremely drinkable despite its powerful punch .,aroma,0.9,1
pours very dark and clear with a brown head . no strong smells here picked up on roasted barley a little bit . flavor was a pleasant surprise sweet and malty . light carbonation in the mouth that almost seems to turn into a milky consistency . roasty and almost chocolatey . dangerously easy to drink for a beer of this gravity which is well masked throughout . a fantastic beer that will not disappoint .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into a mug . appearance pours a clear amber color with an airy foamy off white head . but the head is gone in less than a minute . all gone . smell diluted malts anyone . very diluted . i can hardly tell that there s anything here . taste a fairly generic malt taste with a bit of caramel and hint of florals . maybe a bit better than average but it leaves a bitter aftertaste of tannins or something . mouthfeel light to medium bodied and fairly smooth . seems pretty flat as well . drinkability it s certainly drinkable if you have nothing better around . not a surprising disappointment considering that i dislike the other gordon biersch beers i ve had . no reason to get this again considering how many better mrzen beers there are .,aroma,0.4,0
first off nobody should ever brew an all summit hopped anything this brew was an onion garlic bomb that really started to offend me while i was drinking it . poured a clear amber hue with a bright white head formed fine even lacing down the sides of my glass . aroma was bursting with fresh cut green onions it almost made my eyes water shar earthy garlic spiciness kicks in as well . biscuit malts slip through and let you realize there s some malt balance going on . flavor was just rough for me blast of strong booze from the highe abv minimal hop bitterness a bit sweet actually but the hop flavors that came through did n t sit right with me green onion and garlic in my beer does n t work well maybe if it was mama mia s pizza beer . mouthfeel is rough as well alcohol does n t go down smooth i do n t like a burn with my dipa . this one sears the nose hairs carbonation was moderate and body was fuller no a bit resinous and oily with the summit additions . drinkability overall too much booze and onion garlic summit hops to equate to a good experience for me not my cup of tea . i will stear clear based of this one can .,aroma,0.4,0
very strong hop aromas lots of citrus fruits like orange grape fruit and spice aromas are very present . it has a very thick tan head its bubbly and last quite a long time its body is a dark copper amber color and is very hazy with lots of carbonation lots of lacing . its crisp when it first hits your mouth and it has a heavy mouth feel to it . it bitter and the hops are present but not overwhelming . its very spicy and really warms up your tongue . theres a slight hop flavor in the aftertaste but the alcohol is hidden very well .,aroma,0.9,1
had this one on draft while visiting ok poured out into my glass this one real interesting crazy off colored berry appearance is it a beer or is it a cocktail we shall see ok aroma is very promising here although a bit sweet you can tell where this one is going heavy syrupy aroma of the berries taste not soo good having a tough time finishing this one heavy on the fruit flavor but not in a tart refreshing our sour way this one is just straight up sweet and not enough complexity to balance it out very heavy mouthfeel kind of cloying overall average at best but nothing like the great framboise i have had prior i think this one was my least favorite of theirs that i had tried,aroma,0.7,1
enjoyed a couple bottles with my buddy olieipa . luckily was able to find some that was less then a month old . a poured into a straight pint glass . first thing i noticed off the bat was the clarity of this beer . it had almost a pilsner like quality too it . poured with a big foamy white head . the body of the beer showed some quite furious bubbling from within . seemed to reatain the head pretty well as well as leaving a good bit of lacing on the glass . s this was the most unique part of this beer to me . dogfish head always reminds you how not so normal they are . this isnt a bad thing though by any means . the aroma here was very malty but back with a nice floral hop spice which gave the whole beer a musky bread like aroma . t hops hit first here which is a great counter to the smell . very well balanced beer . the hops hit strong but fade very smoothly into the malt body . m great carbonation . very light body . it was fairly dry at first but seemed to somehow make an oily finish appear . i liked it . d drinking very well . could drink this any time . i was very pleasantly suprised by this beer . definitely my favorate dogfish head beer to date .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a copper orange color . there is about an inch of white head that falls quick . it leaves rings of lacing . very few bubbles . i smell orange tangerine kind buds papaya pine and hints of rock candy . the aroma is lovely . it smells like someone is peeling an orange next to me . i taste tangerine orange peel papaya and the pine . good but not as amazing as the nose . it is bitter and sweet all together . reminds me of baby aspirin . medium body with a short lived scrubbing carbonation . it washes over my tongue with just the faintest bite . dangerously drinkable . i know this bottle has sat in the store for a few weeks . i only wish i would have tried this fresher sooner .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . can that was only a . at a local grocery store . the only good thing about this beer was the appearance and goes straight down hill from here . it poured a pale yellow color with a nice head of foam on it . a slight sweet corn smell with a strong alcohol background . i did n t know a smell could burn my nose until i got a whiff of this stuff . the taste was that of cough syrup . so if you have a bad cold drink this stuff and go to sleep . the only mouthfeel is strong alcohol . i did n t expect much from a cheap beer . if your in the mood for a cheap alternative to cough syrup and looking to get drunk then by all means drink this swill .,aroma,0.2,0
comment watching the patriots season go up in smoke . . . pours a brillaint clear and vibrant amber . wonderful huge soapy head forms and crackles like brittle . highly carbonated . aromas are strange . it clearly smells like a german style lager . maybe a bock . some sweetness in there but mostly i get german malt and a nice floral component like lavendar . holy cow ny jets score again and patriots lose . wow . abv and about ml bottle so it s middling priced . flavor is what you d expect from the smell actually . i get a lot of malt right upfront . tangy some sweetness and a lot of biscuity notes . this gives way to a middle that shows some of the crystallized ginger . it s subdued and a very nice addition . really complements and accentuates the beer . base beer really strikes me as a standard german style beer . done well and with care . finish is long and bitter some from the hops i think and some from the ginger . my guess is that the hops used were minimal . this is good beer and worth trying but not as super unique and otherworldy as some of their other beers . what i like most the beautiful pour . what i like least the feeling that this is merely a decent german beer . verdict worth trying and a good beer but not crazy strange as one might expect .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance body is a light golden straw with a very small white head . the head has no retention and leaves behind no lace . aroma smelsl a tad light struck . behind that you get a decent blend of malt sweetness graininess and saaz hops . to bad the fools had to out this in a green bottle . taste some saaz hops up front followed by a mellow malt sweetness . rather pleasant . kinda of has a tartness to it to . mouthfeel light crisp and good carbonation . drinkability this would probably be a good beer if they packaged it right . they lose major points for poor packaging and getting it light struck .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle into a snifter . this is just what the doctor ordered today . a nice rare breakfast beer from brad thanks man i waited until a perfect moment to break this out and i think i found it . here s hoping this is a knockout . opened without much fanfare from the pressure relief . just a small psst . then after a vigorous pour i am left with a glass that looks quite dead . the thick and opaque black beer has zero head . like none at all and there s no lace or signs of life . not the best start to a drinking experience ever . i can smell this beer across the house . the first impression i get is fudge brownies . there s a huge chocolate component and some nice coffee . some hints of vanilla and bourbon as well . just great expressive fantastically pleasant and exceptionally intricate . when i take a sip i am blown away with the levels of flavor . the most prominent tastes are chocolate and bourbon . the chocolate really reminds me of the tootsie roll fudge flavors i like in goose island bourbon county stout . it s got just a touch of sweet caramel underneath it and it s very pleasant . the coffee flavors have probably declined a touch over time but there s a nice espresso characteristic that fits in well . it s relatively fresh and without excessive bitterness or acidity . there are also notes of vanilla oak and bourbon that are well integrated and add to the depth . almost perfect but not at the same level as kbs or gi coffee bcs . the oatmeal adds some smoothness that makes this feel great but it s a bit too smooth and creamy for a porter possibly due to low carbonation . i normally complain that porters are too thin but this is just a touch too thick . i wish this was n t the only time i ll ever have this beer . it s exceptional smelling and is at the top of the range of ba porters . i would seek this out if you re a fan of kbs you may even like it more . for me founders is still the champ but it could be a split decision .,aroma,1.0,1
a poured a two finger foamy off white head with great retention leaving nice lacing . deep brown amber body . s here s my one complaint light citric hops light caramel malt . good but way too light . my nose was wet before i picked up anything . t nice hop bitterness up front that sticks throughout and holds off the onslaught of caramel and toasted malts . alcohol was well hidden . m medium plus body . soft smooth mouthfeel . lasting malty aftertaste . d very drinkable . very flavorful . very good .,aroma,0.6,1
clear bottle poured into a chalice . a decent head minimal lacing atop a clear reddish brown body s biscuit malt nuttiness vinous notes t found the beer dominated by the vinous with a light bitter bite and a satisfying residual sweetness . too vinous . m nothing special to report here maybe a titch watery but the sweetness overcomes it . d vinous . ca n t get over it .,aroma,0.8,1
hoppy trails ipa poured into a pint glass reveals a decent golden color minimal head results though although there is decent carbonation . hoppy aroma as expected decent amount of it i d say . taste is hoppy but not much of a kick certaintly subdued flavor wise yet for some reason the beer feels heavy going down . nothing bad just different . at percent abv its normal in the alcohol department . not a bad version sufficiently hopped just lacking a kick that i like but still a well made if subdued version .,aroma,0.8,1
a very typical of the style . light straw color little head and not much retention . average . s skunky smell . smells like a cheap adjunct other than that though . t varies a lot . pretty good in my opinion if you buy it in the pack box . i think that keeps the light out of it . not terrible in a pack but pretty skunked . do n t buy this as a single unless you want to kno what a skunky beer taste like . if it s not skunked though this is actually an above average adjunct . has a nice hop character and balance for the style . good in cans if you can find them . m too much carbonation . otherwise avg for the style . d very drinkable just like most adjuncts . overall i think this beer gets an undeserved bad reputation . if it s the skunk taste that gets you give it a try in cans if you can find it really above average taste for a macro adjunct . can be a little pricy for what it is though .,aroma,0.4,0
bottled . very little head . pitch black beer no light gets through . not sure why but i m just not getting much head retention or lacing on the sides . smells sweet boozy a little malt but a lot of sugars . smells like a great dessert drink . this tastes like really good smooth puerto rican rum or a sweet bourbon . it has about the same texture as a port . in other words it reminds me more of rum bourbon port than beer . that s not necessarily a problem this is a very unique beer . relatively low level of carbonation . not terribly drinkable because it is overpoweringly sweet . i give them props for taking the time to create something unique . other than a lambic this is probably the best example of a purely dessert beer at least for me . on the other hand i d rather not have it again unless it was for dessert . if i bought another bottle i d let it age for a while and see what happened . with this much alcohol and sugar i think it d age well .,aroma,0.8,1
beer sample provided by my son on a trip to vancouver . gracias . straw yellow pour into the sammy adams freebie glass not too bad of a white head with decent staying power . aroma . well yeah lime . crappy lime too . but ya know the quaff was not bad at all just subdued lime mixed with a malty pilsner . not overwhelming at all in fact if you want a lime beer this would disappoint you . for me i think this is a decent hot summer lawn mower beer not that i ll ever have the chance to purchase this in the midwest .,aroma,0.4,0
tasting based on a pint served from a nitro tap in the guinness skylounge brewery in dublin ireland . its a whole nother story this way the beer presents itself dramatically with the famous cascading brown to black effect . lots of hype and marketing around this but hey its still cool and starts things off really well . the smell is not as strong as most micro brewed stouts these days but there are definitely hints of roasted barley a bit of coffee aroma and ever so faint hop pizazz . the taste is quite impressive it will never taste this good being shipped over the pond according the the guinness brewers here the guinness draught recipe for domestic distribution is different to that of us world export so in some ways we re not really comparing apples to apples on this review . the mouthfeel is what it should be creamy immense full of darkness yet light in weight not syrupy or heavy on the tongue . overall the king of the dry stout in my opinion . but only when served here in it s homeland . the nitro can crap they serve in the us . forget it . for example should sierra nevada ever start exporting to europe you can bet i d pass it by every time the pasteurization really kills the beer . if you re fortunate enough to try one here . its really another beer entirely and quite a good one .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at elis . one of the most unusual beers ive tried . hay complexion translucent and relatively without carbonation . nose is delicate like a bouquet of spring flowers freesia and tea rose . flavors are just as dainty oolong tea followed by a light crisp aftertaste . no carbonation on the palate either finish is watery and flat .,aroma,0.8,1
drank this one straight outta the bottle . i think it was better that way . a clear reddish orange with a brownish hue . quickly disappearing head . s offensive plastic character with a little citrus not sure if it s lime like the bottle says . and some adjunct corny scent . t easy drinking semi sweet front that screams average . malty smooth finish with a little honey . semi sour . tastes a tiny bit better than it smells . though that s not saying a whole lot . at least it s not bitter . d a good beer to have if all they got besides it is coors and bud . value overpriced by a few bucks for sure .,aroma,0.4,0
dark copper color with a foamy tan head . aroma is barely noticeable but hoppy if nothing else . flavor is lightly sweet grainy only a hint of hops and a bit of yeast on the finish . i have friends that describe this beer as coors with caramel color but it s a little more flavorful that that . smooth on the palate .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a nice almost clear copper hue with a two finger off white head with good head retention and bubbly lacing . s there is n t much of a very strong aroma with this beer but what is there is hints of caramel lemon and pine . t luckily it delivers the goods here . a biscuity caramel pale malt backbone supports an earthy hop profile and lemon pineapple fruit flavors . this ipa is less piney than many i ve had making it an interesting change of pace . m this beer is medium bodied with a smooth light carbonation and slightly oily feel from hop oils . d flirts with being sessionable but is more of a couple pints is good deal imho . overall a very solid pnw ipa . pretty tough to beat for a bomber . if you re in the mood for a decent ipa this one will deliver .,aroma,0.6,1
ahhh . beast . what a good standby . milwaukee s best light looks like water with a dash of urine and smells like burnt corn . tastes like water with a weird sweetness to it that makes me cringe . beast lite is definitely does not try to be a beer aficionado s beer the beast simply gets ya drunk quickly and goes on his merry way out your kidneys or out your esophagus . a cheap beer for college students like me but honestly when i m broke and in the need to get drunk i ll get some pbr instead .,aroma,0.2,0
drinking it in a pint glass poured from a oz bottle . huge thick head . awesome . beer is opaque and black . just right . smell is pretty good a little sharp for my taste . taste is good . smooth a little burntness a little chocolate a little coffee . mouthfeel is superb . very thick and creamy . not too drinkable for me one is enough then i d switch to something lighter . but that s expected with the style and my tolerance taste . definitely recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a pint . a a hazy bronze color with a teeny weeny white head that fades in a matter of seconds leaving no lacing . not looking so hot s smells of chips and salsa which is making very hungry . also a hint of caramel sweetness in there . t malt sweetness up front then a blast of peppery heat . so much in fact that it is impossible to pick up on anything else . m medium body with a clean finish and quite a bit of heat on the mouth and lips overall hot . halfway through the bottle and i ve already broke a sweat . probably will not buy this again unless i plan on making a bet with a friend .,aroma,0.7,1
enjoyed on . reviewed from notes a pours hazy straw look . very odd look for a dipa s lots of citrus on the nose . grapefruit orange and banana . t lots of light citrus flavors . lemon orange and subtle grapefruit . almost a sour funk but i know its not sour tart but its the closest i can come to describe it . m not a lot of carbonation . light feeling on the tongue but its the grainy feeling that takes away from this one for me . o its just a little too out there for my taste buds . almost like it should be a belgian dipa or something . a little too much of a stretch for my preference .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a two finger cream head that fades slowly leaving a good lace . medium carbonation and medium bodied . nice crystal clear ruby amber color . nose is slightly malty . flavor is dark fruit and some alcohol burn . . for a oz bottle from colonial spirits acton ma .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle poured into a snifter . pours crystal clear deep copper orange with very little off white head that thins out instantly . small co bubbles rising slowly in the glass . seems pretty standard for the style . smell is grainy nectarine and dried apricot frutiness caramel leather damp earth . very little alcohol noticeable . slight oxidation expected with the age of this bottle . overall the nose on this is great . slightly fruity caramel sweetness subtle amounts of cedar and tobacco . finish is a lingering sharp piny hop bitterness that dominates . alcohol is present but does not warm too much . some nice components here but the bitterness is overpowering . the mouthfeel is heavy and viscous . avg . carbonation leaves this feeling a little too syrupy . i think a little less bitterness may have allowed the flavor complexity to come through better and the body was a little too heavy for me . however i do think the age did this bottle some good and generally enjoyed the beer .,aroma,0.9,1
i am fairly excited to try the new brew from peak organic brewing the weiss principal ale . the local representative dropped this one off yesterday and it has n t even arrived for sale yet . he described it as the perfect marriage between a sweet hefe and hoppy ipa . i can barely contain my excitement . the weiss principal comes in a crown capped oz bottle screw top oddly enough . it pours out a beautiful topaz color with a thick and fluffy white foam . the foam lasts a ridiculously long time and leaves behind a ton of sticky lacing . the brew is very hazy if not completely opaque and the resemblance to a great hefe is getting me even more excited . the nose is dominated by the hops very bitter american style hops . i m quite surprised by how much citrus and grapefruit i m getting in the aromas . the label describes some banana and clove from the german weiss yeast but this smells much more like an ipa to me . once i take a sip i m sorry to say i m very disappointed . this has american ipa written all over it with more in your face hops than i can enjoy . there is definitely a hint of hefe present but it s very subtle and over whelmed by the ipa side of this jekyll and hyde brew . i am seriously not into this beer . however my hop loving friend absolutely loves the weiss principal ale . as i near the bottom of the bottle i give it a good swirl to stir up some of the yeast . i m expecting the yeast to be a little more appealing to my sweet hefe loving palate . well it unfortunately does n t make the weiss principal any better for me . sorry . overall a pretty cool beer . it s the first hefeweizen i ve ever handed to my hop head friend that he liked . actually he loved it and has n t stopped raving about it throughout the entire bottle . although it s not my favorite brew i can sincerely appreciate the creativity of the weiss principle ale . it really is the international love child of a hefe weisse and an american ipa as the label states .,aroma,0.9,1
this is one hell of an opaque beer with minimal carbonation to boot . it tastes a bit chocolate ly and it s rich and smooth without the boozy effects . this drinks supremely easy just wish it is available easily in ca so it would become my daily session beer .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bomber poured into a chimay goblet as per the recommendation on the bottle . a clear golden orange with a darker brown hue . thick white frothy two finger head forms after a good pour . head retention is good but it eventually fades . light patchy lacing is left behind . s huge smell of pumpkin pie . pumpkin cinnamon spices pie crust faint alcohol and maybe even a hint of banana . excellent . very memorable one of the best smelling beers i have ever come across . rivals anything yankee candle has ever put out . t opens with spices then pumpkin shows up and gives way to a strong finish of cinnamon and brown sugar . caramel malts come out from time to time . the spicing is ample but well controlled . hop bitterness was noticeable towards the end and remained in the finish . it felt out of place amidst the sweetness and the spices . m creamy and on the thinner side of moderate . carbonation is substantial and has a somewhat seltzer like quality . the body feels watered down and not able to support the flavor profile of this beer . d about average . i find the thinner mouthfeel to be off putting . it is easy enough to drink but i was n t looking for any more . notes this could be a great beer if they thickened up the body . it is imperial after all . as mentioned the hop bitterness was also out of place . i am not a fan of the creme brulee stout but i feel that if southern tier took a page out of that book and went balls to the wall here and made this strictly a sweet dessert beer it would be much better . it feels as though they have diluted it and restrained the sweetness in an effort to keep it more on the beery side . i ca n t praise the nose enough but after that i think this beer was average in almost every other way . a few tweaks in the recipe would make all the difference .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer reminded me why i m not allegiant to magic hat s brewing philosophy . they put the added flavoring at the forefront and the beer in the rear . i love vanilla flavor but i think beer should strive to incorporate the flavor into a balanced tapestry with the rest . this beer tastes like a good cream soda i do n t like cream soda at the expense of hops and malt . it looks gorgeous a midnight opacity foretells a dark rich flavor . i know i should be constructive but the guidelines also say the style should be kept in mind . porter . i do n t taste any . the beer s only redeeming qulity is texture and color which is scant little for a beer to go on . on a positive note magic hat s graphics are the funkiest around and the condom animation on their website is hilarious .,aroma,0.4,0
had this on at the brewery from tasting notes a cloudy reddish brown with a finger tan head and mild lacing . s mostly raspberry which i found quite appealing . some caramel and roasted malt . m tons of raspberry puress . more than enough . too fruity and sweet . scotch ale lurks underneath but the raspberry sweetness lingers . the cherry wee heavy as the town hall tap was much better . t medium heavy body and light carbonation . syrupy but not thick . o too much raspberry . not subtle at all . o,aroma,0.9,1
a great looking hazy yellow gold with a huge finger head . s not much a little citrus and hops i guess . t very light on flavor . a little citrus sourness and very little hops to finish . m well carbonated probably the most enjoyable part of the beer other than the looks . d if it were not for the cherry wheat or cranberry lambic maybe i have a thing against fruit beer this would be the worst sam adams . it s not bad overall but for a sam adams i expected more from the flavor category .,aroma,0.4,0
blonde pale and opaque . a slight decay in the nose but rather attenuated . entry into mouth creamy slightly fruity with spices though far from striking and a subtle aftertaste of roasted malt which is rather unusual and far from bad . unlike her sister the cellar door the body is more robust fruity style hop edge of a season . one feels the bitterness from hops a good enough that persists in the mouth and the palate . drinked at brian stillwater conference delirium village,aroma,0.6,1
shared a pitcher of this with great company over brick oven pizza . appearance is typical for a wheat beer cloudy with copper color . smells good enough light wheat malt in front followed by huge cherry presence . taste is where this brew took a turn for the worse . light malty palate smooth from the wheat quickly crushed by an overwhelming cloying sickeningly sweet cherry presence . the cherry flavor is one dimensional and tastes completely artificial . a cherry flavored candy or cherry cough medicine is what this reminds me of not actual cherries . the body was refreshing but drinkability was non existent every sip made me cringe . i realize that fruit beers seem to be a very polarizing style . i enjoy them but not with a flavor this overwhelming . i could barely stomach a glass but if you prefer a fruit beer with intense in your face flavor this may be right up your alley .,aroma,0.7,1
pours out of the half litre bottle a hazy amber colour with reddish tints . not much head to this one even with an aggressive pour . some chocolate covered tart cherries in the aroma . a bit of gingerbread and toffee too . upon tasting i was taken aback by the tart cranberry fruitiness that seems to dominate the taste profile . not what i expected . the malt flavours take a back seat to the pestering and puckering acidic fruit flavours . a few more sips to get some hop bitterness only leaves me frustrated . i think to swirl in the yeast to see if that can help . nope . .only makes it worse . yuk . it s sour and it sucks . the body is seemingly weak and watery and the mouthfeel is puckering and unpleasant . drinkability suffers from the fact that this x mas ale winter warmer whatever the hell this is really sucks . it was hard to choke it all down and would be considered a drain pour for the less hardy . it s been awhile since i lambasted a beer but rudolph s revenge deserves a lump of coal for being a terrible concoction .,aroma,0.6,1
poured dark brown with a quarter inch head.transparent brown black with hardly any light showing through . beautiful strong maple smell . good roasted flavors with a hint of maple in the after taste . good mouthfeel and easy to drink . very good easy drinkable stout .,aroma,0.6,1
had to stop in for a taste before pub crawling so nice that you can just jump off the train and hop over for a pint . nice and dark chocoalate brown clear and clean bit of ruby showing through down at the bottom of the glass . alot of thick creamy khaki head . served wayyyy to cold a stout . aroma of dark coffee chocolate and toffee . taste of dark frutits burnt toast . very wet mouthfeel . sweet aftertastes linger in your mouth . surprisingly thin bodied for a stout . lightly carbinated so it is an easy drinker . really wanted this to have more body to it was more like a porter .,aroma,1.0,1
de ranke pre nol ml . . abv brewer brouwerij de ranke style belgian strong pale ale glass duvel tulip appearance it s a hearty tangerine orange . frothy head great lacing . aroma minty aroma with herbs yeast hay and a pine coney smell . unusual and quite nice . taste herbs dominate white pepper belgian yeast and a very bitter grassy finish . mouthfeel powdery and desiccating surprisingly enough . the body is medium and carbonation is about right . harmony it s all the way on the bitter herbal side of the spectrum . the aroma is interesting but i find the taste too harsh . would i get it again . no .,aroma,0.9,1
another bottle sent from ungertaker thanks . poured into tulip glass . a dark no head still liquid meh . nothing to see here s sweet vanilla and milk chocolate . slight roast and a nice oatmeal finish . smooth and balanced aroma . t m coffee flavor with some medicine mixed about . milky and full of caramel . nothing is extremely pronounced here but the subtle blend of flavors work fairly well . mouthfeel is watery with a lackluster carbonation . body could use a pick me up . o ok but thats as far as it goes . would n t seek out again as the finish was too medicinaly and the feel was thin and watery .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark amber . a fine and quite persistent clear beige foam . s chocolate over all. toasted malt with coffee and expecially caramel . the aromas are very fine and intense i was very impressed . . t i expected a more sweet beer but in mouth it reflects the standard of bitterness of an english ale a good level of bitter that stay over the malty . also come out a good level of alchool . m so not a very armonic beer also unbalanced to the bitterness . but the dry finish after a full body make this beer an interesting drinking . d taste it on the sofa while it s raining and you ll like it so much . .,aroma,1.0,1
honestly i do n t hate this beer . it kinda has a dull carbonation taste to it but to be quite frank i like it more than budweiser . it smells less than impressive as do other domestic micros . the drinkability is where this beer becomes tolerable . we all know the bud bl coors keystone etc is only good for drinking in large quantities and this is a pretty good one compared to the others . what you see is what you get . to me this is like a middle ground between bud and bud light . if you can tolerate that then you might enjoy this beer in a certain circumstance .,aroma,0.3,0
i was definately looking forward to drinking this one poured a nice tall glass and was surprised that the head was not as large as i expected it to be . it dissipated rather quickly as well . when holding it to the light it was not as opaque as i was expecting and had a reddish hue . the smell of it was great . the taste was not as impressive but i did enjoy the chewyness . overall it was a good porter worth drinking again .,aroma,0.9,1
poured in a unibroue tulip . a pours a pitch black with about a half an inch of tan head . s sweet roasted malts up front then a little sourness like spoiled milk and coffee . t good amount of sweetness from the roasted malts also tastes like coffee with sugar and a bit of cream . m very creamy and rich with a tad of oiliness . d this is a winner great mix of flavors great mouthfeel and easy drinking .,aroma,0.6,1
a nice unexpectedly dark . reddish brown color with a finger of tan head poured fairly slowly s very nice smell like an excellent flemish sour . with a hint of the saison smell . but i would have expected a flemish sour taste the way it smelled t i was surprised by the taste of it . it was so unexpected that i disliked the taste of it at first . my wife immediately liked it alot . i was thrown by the woody flavor of it and bitter sour taste . but the complexity seduced me and i came to appreciate it much more s i continued to drink it . it s unusual though . not sure whether i could highly recommend something so peculiar . m lighter than i expected but pleasant . with a nice tingle on the tongue d this one was so unusual that i m not sure how drinkable it is . i m liking it more and more towards the end of the glass i m drinking right now . but i m not ready to crack another bottle . maybe there s just a little too much going on with this one .,aroma,1.0,1
maroon body . pink one finger foamy head . sour cherry front end sour finish and aftertaste . the alcohol is hidden . it feels great in the mouth the way it goes in smooth bites bitter . significantly more bitter than the framboise and not nearly as complex in flavor or mouthfeel . this is what wine wishes it was .,aroma,1.0,1
deep orange color very hazy with very little head citrusy hops ca n t believe there s such an assertive nose for such a little beer . abv malt comes through in the taste . the hops are there but a bit disappointing after the huge aroma . overall it lacks flavor for the style with very very little aftertaste . mouthfeel is well carbonated but very thin . highly drinkable session beer because of it s low alcohol and great flavor . this beer is weaker than a miller light but so full of flavor for what it is . a fantastic session pale ale when you want the flavor but not that percent kick of some of the bigger or more common pales . would definitely buy this beer for sessions over many others .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into pint glass . a very nice dark amber red appearance slightly opaque . head is a big three fingers and very creamy thick sticky webbed lacing . s pretty muted a little malt some faint hop and a little toasty bread . t big caramel malt some crisp pine resin hop and very toasty . very smooth . m crisp medium light body very nice carbonation . d smooth and easy drinking with some nice malt .,aroma,0.6,1
tapped into a tulip . appearance pale hazy amber body . small head with decent to low retention . smell very complex and grassy . slight manure smell . very distinct wet paint smell with a hint of mold . good smell other than the wet paint off smell that ca n t be unsmelled . taste astringent taste combined with the smell makes me think of paint remover . mouthfeel good smooth mouthfeel . overall drinkability the wet paint smell was a beer ruiner . talk about ruination . had high hopes for this beer coming in so i m surprised that this was such a let down . maybe i got unclean glassware or there were bad tap lines but for whatever reason this is the first high expectation beer that has bombed so horribly for me in a long time .,aroma,0.4,0
nice pale yellow with honey overtones a bit hazy . fluffy two finger head i have big fingers slowly fades away leaving a sparse wet lace behind . smell is all about a thin pungent spice it barks like a wit . this particular sample seems to have hit it relatively on the nose no pun intended . not as flavorful as i d hoped . on first taste i feel like i m struggling to find the estery clove lemon and banana . they hit a few seconds in but fade pretty quickly . at the end there s a woodiness in the back of the mouth . in the mouthfeel the most consistent thing is a low tight carbonation . it never swells up and takes center stage . that leaves the liquid feel to take the proverbial spotlight . it s just a little slimy up front but average from there out maybe just a tad heavier than one would expect of it . it s an easy drink but perhaps too easy . one could drink a bunch of these in a night but i d think a person would get a little bored with it . good to drink on a hot day in the shower after mowing the lawn . be well uf,aroma,1.0,1
the beer pours a red brown with a somewhat watery consistency . a little off white head soon falls back into the glass . the beer smells or peat and smoke with a hint of chocolate and molasses . the tastes sweet and warm with a hint of bitter burnt and smoke . the mouthfeel is somewhat watery . overall i am very impressed by this beer . it tastes and smells delicious and really is a good example of a scotish ale . the only place that this beer is lacking is in the mouthfeel.it would be nice if it were a little more chewy like scotish ale should be . i would have this beer again and recommend it to a friend .,aroma,1.0,1
apparently heineken has n t introduced a new beer in years and it took them to come up with this little number . hold onto that thought for a minute . heineken light smells exactly like a skunk . exactly . we re talking essence of roadkill here . it s almost interesting how bad this beer smells . if you enjoy the smell of burning tires heineken light is the beer for you . sorry it took so long . the taste is more of the same albeit to a lesser degree . it s really remarkable what they heineken s crack team of brewers have done here when you think about it they spent two decades extracting every last taste molecule out of regular heineken . i would n t have thought it would take that long but i do congratulate them on the thoroughness of their acheivement .,aroma,0.2,0
poured a clear light golden in color with a white head . mouthfeel is watery and crisp . weak aroma of some malt hops . typical miller beer scent . feint grainy taste in the finish along with a very light hop bitterness . very clean overall with some decent palate cleansing ability . mgd light is pretty much a substitute for water . compared to miller lite and high life light i d probably choose this if i had to settle for a light beer from miller . certainly less offensive from a taste stand point than bud light of course that s not saying much . this beer might serve a purpose on a hot day after mowing the lawn cliche . or putting out the flames from some hot buffalo wings or other spicy food . but water works just as well .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a light golden amber thin white head that faded just to a ring clear does n t look anything like a wheat . if you did n t know better you could easily mistake this for a macro lager smell is very heavy but not over powering passion fruit with a hint of macro like beer taste is very interesting again very heavy on the passion fruit but the macro thing creeps in stealing away much of what this could be i know not to expect hefe characteristics but just think this would be much nice if it didnt just taste like fruit cocktail dumped in a labatt mouthfeel nice light bodied highly carbonated leaves the mouth watering drinkability its not bad just nothing special overview well kind of wish this had just been a single not a six pack purchased just not liking this all that much i ll try another at some point to make sure its not a bad bottle,aroma,0.7,1
if i could have one wish in my life i would consider using it to eliminate all clear or green bottles for storing beer . if i recall i think i was more impressed with their regular oak aged beer . in this version the interesting flavours imparted from the oak do not push past as well through the lingering light skunkiness . attention all brewers use a dark bottle . . . once the skunkiness starts to fade some nice vanilla and sweet malt come through . but the clear bottle still has to go . the pale ale has a nice hazy golden colour . the head recedes to a thin layer quickly and there are some small spots of lacing . the mouthfeel is smooth and refreshing with no courseness and low bitterness . there s a little diacetyl slickness too . however it s a bit thin and a touch on the flat side .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle a pours brown with a big finger light tan head initially but dies down fairly quickly very light lace . s raisin fig brown sugar classic american quad . i do see a note of the agave but it s quite mild . nice smelling beer . t big brown sugar dark fruit some molasses very similar to the nose though the agave comes out a lot more than in the smell . there is a fair amount of booze however and the sugar gets to be to much at times . has its good points and bad points . m full bodied frothy soft carbonation certainly is cloying at times real sugary . d just a beer that needs some age . it s not bad it just needs to mellow out . the sugar is going a little crazy but something to see where it is in a couple years .,aroma,0.8,1
beautiful reddish brown with a thin but rich and persistent head . aroma is hoppy . the strongly but not overwhelmingly hoppy flavor has caramel undertones . smooth and lively not too bitter it is good for sipping before or after a meal or with lunch or dinner . five seasons keeps on brewing winners .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance this fella came out a nice clear brown in color like almost a perfect color of brown with a dirty white head that lacked the persistence one expects from the style . smell the rich complex sugars here steal the show . in particular the raw sugar aroma was indistinguishable from the real thing . there were some nice brown sugar notes as well that were a combination of the sweetness of the sugar and the light toasty aroma of the malts . there s also just the mildest hint of espresso bean . taste the sugars mostly came out from the nose but were not quite as big . the malt based moved forward a bit giving this bp a pleasant balance . mouthfeel this is where the beer fell short imo . the body was very thin not close to medium and there was a complete lack of alcohol on the tongue . i enjoyed the playful bitterness at the finish here but at . abv i expect a little kick as called for in the style . drinkability bps should demand a slow draw but this guy begged to be chugged . i do n t know if that s good or bad . it was a nice easy drinking beer but lacked the promised heft of its name . ps i do n t think i ve ever reviewed a beer without repeating at least one of the scores twice . . . . . but this one was all over the board for me .,aroma,0.9,1
a this is a very heady pouring beer filling pretty much the whole glass with foam before starting to subside . it s a whitish beige form with a pretty smooth top mostly made of smaller bubbles . it s taking it s sweet time to collapse too . the beer is a little hazy golden amber with lots of active carbonation . subsequent pours really show off the great form of this head i really do n t like giving it only a . but i m going to stick to that . s very floral citrusy aroma too it really nice . i suppose that s the benefit of having a big head lots of aroma being given off . it smells like orange candy almost or orange blossom water . just a hint of sweetness . i really dig the smell of this beer . not overpowering just very much there . t well now that the head has subsided to a manageable two fingers lets taste . still citrus and floral less sweet than the aroma . it s free of anything i would consider off or less than good though the bittering hops come through pretty strong perhaps sharper than i would like in an apa . as the tongue becomes more used to the bittering it subsides at least in perception and the beer becomes more amicable and the malts smooth and slightly pastry like come out a little better . m moves from sharp bitter influenced by the taste to smooth with medium body and good to slightly below good carbonation levels . d very drinkable a good one to smell and something i could and have had a few of in one night with no complaint .,aroma,1.0,1
head fades slowly but surely with good lacing . aroma is minimal yet well balanced . taste all seems to meld together so well it s hard to pick out the components . well balanced here as well with pale malt sweetness tempered by careful hopping . mouthfeel and drinkability are great would just look for a bit more maltiness . spaten is the way to go for an oktoberfest .,aroma,0.4,0
this lager is brewed for the ponchatoula strawberry festival that is heald every year in april . the color is light golden color reminded me of the abita golden but with a slight strawberry hue . i hope that this beer is made with real louisiana strawberries . i assume it is . it is a very drinkable beer i had two whilst walking amongst the crowds at the festival . it did however have a slightly off taste . it reminded me of the taste in sam adams cherry wheat .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance a cloudy amber iced tea with a finger of manila foam . holds for a bit and recedes to thin cover . goes bare after a few minutes but looked good for a bit . aroma all citrus orange and mango initially and some grapefruit and pepper bite as it sets up . i get some toasted bread notes very late unusual but nice . finally notes of the belgian yeast come through playing off the breadiness . the layers of aroma are a treat . taste this may the first time i ve had the guardian the same year it was brewed . the hops are huge . some chewy sweet malts lay the groundwork for the wave of intense citrus and bitterness . a lot of beers turn me off at this point going medicinal but the influence of the belgian yeast provides some change of pace flavor that keeps the bitterness from getting unpleasant to me . good resilience as well the yeast keeping up with the hops on the aftertaste . extended finish as the flavors just hang around . the alcohol really comes through on this bw this one might need some aging to see if that tames down . mouthfeel good elements of smoothness and crispness . heavy ish body . good stuff . drinkability two kinds of beer i tend to stay away from uber hopped and the sometimes funky belgians . mix them together throw in five six years experimenting and trying new things and i kinda like this one . cheers to stone and their ceaseless adventurousness .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dark yellow with a nice big bubbled white head . nose of a hint of sour and a lightly spiced granny smith apple . mouthfeel is light and a bit thin . no real character and flavors are weak unassertive and boring . very light fruit very watered down citrus . i m betting the bottle is old . perhaps another shot some day .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into a chimay chalice . very bright gold color a tad hazy with fine streaming bubbles from the bottom . very nice aroma . perfect for a wit with loads of spiciness . coriander and bitter orange peel are both very apparent though i do n t detect the lemongrass . the flavor mostly follows though the coriander is n t as assertive as i would have thought . the lemongrass lurks around the edges but is n t really a major flavor component . yeast gives a gentle vanilla hint . very nice beer . i d much rather have it in a set of affordable oz bottles than a single but i ll probably buy again anyway .,aroma,1.0,1
i splurged to get a bottle of this but its my introduction to midnight sun and its a dipa . beer pours a burnished copper with rusty white smattering of foam on top . hue did not change as the beer level dropped in the glass . aroma was very pleasing . deep and rotund hop nose is neither too flowering too citrusy and definitely stops shy of being too grassy . it seems to have its own sweet spot that just lets a small hint of the malt s sweet smell through . really a unique aroma something that has become kind of rare these last few years . the sip starts out with a combination of sweet malt and fruity hop flavors that grow as the liquid moves over your tongue . the fullness of the flavor seems balanced the various hop constituents bitter pine and bitter grapefruit but very little say from the malt even after the pint has warmed . the beer leaves you with a very dry tongue and you can feel your buds shrinking under the bitterness but then you re left wanting another sip . its really a strange sensation though while it does n t create the most pleasant palate it lends itself to another drink . its also rather potent so even if you ve split the bottle you are liable to feel the beer in your blood after a glass .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance oz bottle poured into duvel tulip . colour is a deep ruby brown . pours a head about a finger in height thick sticky and puffy . modest amounts of visible carbonation . smell the floral citrus of the cascade hops soar right over the other aromas of malt and alcohol . refreshingly bright . taste hoppy and full of citrus . not quite as balanced as the smell but it s just as refreshing . the malts definitely bring some yang to the hops yin . mouthfeel medium bodied has a mild bite from the carbonation silky and somewhat sticky . overall a sold dipa . i ca n t say there is anything special about this one but it certainly is n t bad . i could see this being a good go to brew on a safe night .,aroma,0.9,1
light muddy brown . huge rocky head settles to a rocky but incomplete cap . nose is dark malt with some nice subtle estery notes of banana raisin and pear . the palate is lightly malty just a hint of fruit and that s about it . its got a good mouthfeel from the bottle conditioning and there s good length with some minerality . its ok but why does such a great brewery turn out such a pedestrian brew .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance is great with a lot of head and lacing . a nice yellow color . smell is average not a lot comes through other than coriander and other spices . taste is a bit stronger . the coriander and spice really comes through . the malt is sweet and light . mouthfeel is a bit light but on par for the style . drinkability was very good .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle . a pours fingers of head that hangs around with just average retention . color is a beautiful pumpkin amber . s mild aroma i wish i let it warm up a bit at i would n t be surprised if it opens up . soft woody hops . touch of melon . t opens super smooth in a way that lends a good bit of anticipation for the flavor profile . alcohol is the first character to the party slowly building and warming your mouth . touch of milk chocolate lots of medium toast some brown sugar dried dates . it reminds me a lot of a lighter belgium quad . hops are the star of the middle profile showing up with woody cedar and smoky bitters and stay there through the aftertaste . m fantastic . incredibly smooth . the alcohol is n t hidden but it is n t sharp on your palate either . the mouthfeel gets even better as it warms . d the hops are strong enough to slow you down and while not harsh in your mouth the alcohol lets you know it s there . that said it s delicious enough that your tolerance is a more likely bottleneck than your palate .,aroma,0.6,1
got this on a trip to ga. oz bottle . a super dark brown that has a murky look through it . small off white head that quickly fades to a lace on top the brew . good . s bananas blended with bubble gum and strong scents of candy sugars . very belgian in the scent . some booziness and fruit in the middle . good . t watery banana upfront with some bitter sugared malts . kind of a strange metallic taste blended in . kind of weird . eh . m very light bodied with a light carbonation . nope not good here . d strange flavors to get through here . decent . all in all this brew is not worth your time . the flavors do not blend well . there are many better brews in the style .,aroma,0.8,1
appears blacker than a dark steers tukeus on a moonlesss prarie night . little froth . .black . smells like coffe molasses and roasted malts . tastes lighter than it looks licorice coffee smokey alcohol . mothfeel is milder than i would expect . finoshes very crisp and dry . piney grassy bitter . very tastey especially with a friend .,aroma,0.6,1
i d like to thank my friends cade and julia who brought a pack of this and some other beers to me as housewarming gifts . oz bottle with classy gold foil top poured into a pint glass . color is dark brown with dark red highlights when held up to light . after an aggressive pour i am left with a massive tan head that settles at finger . looks solid the whole time and leaves some nice lacing . scents i can pick up are grain oats cream irish dry stout esque . there is also some sour and hop notes . tastes are much better than the smell . i still get a irish dry stout vibe but this is much more flavorful . oats chocolate light hops . oatmeal cookie and brownie crumbs . some light fruit and a bit of earthiness . really nice when it starts to warm up . lots of flavor and body for a beer . nice sweetness and nuttiness on the finish . i reckon this is probably the epitome of an oatmeal stout . i think i ll pour my last bottle into some oatmeal sometime .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to alex for breaking this beer out and challenging my stomach s will to live . after this i m certainly going to seek out for an even better esophagus eroding experience . served in a savor snifter . pours a peach orange color without any head formation or lacing . i m guessing something lurking inside this brew killed all of those things . the nose is really really really pungent with strong notes of mustard and horseradish . damn this is sour . i swear i thought it was going to start making my nose bleed . the flavor is just a potpourri of different acetic condiments with a lot of strong mustard coming initially and then finishing with a really large amount of vinegar heavy ketchup . the feel is just ridiculously over the top sour . not bad in its own right but it was accompanied by what was more of a hot sauce presence in the finish . drinkability was hard as i really did n t enjoy the nose or flavor of this and the feel made my stomach churn but i had a really good time drinking this and would do so again . my favorite quite about this one goes out to sean for describing this as smelling and tasting like nuclear armadillo hairs .,aroma,0.3,0
at first notice the smell is like any other beer just with a sweet hint . sipped the beer at first and the taste was horrible as well as the aftertaste . i tried it again and noticed that if you take in a bigger mouthful almost a gulp that the beer is decent . also believe it or not it went well with mexican food .,aroma,0.4,0
oz lone can found in fridge poured into a pint glass . canned on march about months old pours out a super clear piss straw yellow color with a surprisingly big frothy retentive pure white head . some nice sticky lace . much better head than the bottle review i did awhile back but i did do a more aggresive pour this time . hardly any rushing carbonation bubbles which is a bit surprising for an adjunct lager . harsh aromas of overly sweet cooked corn and metal . a bit of sulfery minerals . sweet cooked corn and mineral like lager yeast . some harsh tannins . just a bit of a floral like hop in the finish and just the slightest bit of bitterness . super weak light watery body . the carbonation does not seem super fizzy at first but has a little bit of bite in the finish . if adjunct lagers are your thing ud be a fool to buy this . not much better than carbonated water . there are so many better ones out there ehhhemmm . pbr yuengling genesee . a side from reviewing purpose ill never drink this again mainly due to there ridiculous advertisments .,aroma,0.3,0
light gold . very clear for an ale . .nose has corriander orange peel grains of paradise maybe . perfumey aroma . taste is spicy wheat and a strong impression of orange peel . body is on the lighter side of medium . finishes with a spicy splash of alcohol. very nice brew.a little bit too strong of an alcohol flavor for the style . first impression better than lasting impression . i like a whit that slides down quickly and easily with some taste . .while this is flavorfull in many respects it lacks some of the qualities i like in a whit . perhaps that was the goal with this beer . a fortified whit . if so they accomplished their goal .,aroma,0.9,1
pours somewhat dark yellow amber color . head seems fueled by active carbonation . smelled a little sour . otherwise sweet malts bordering on caramel some bready aroma and floral or citrus aromas . more flavor than i expected . this is the brewery that used to do old style afterall . sticky flavor cloying . reminds me of the bottom of a warm ounce bottle . there was some caramel flavor followed by a bit of fruit left out in the sun all day . the aftertaste ended with a bitterness that was on the fence between slightly enjoyable and not quite enjoyable like those old bitter beer face commercials . mouthfeel was pretty crisp with a dry carbonation . no problems with being too foamy or creamy from the carbonation . it s been well over years since i lived in la crosse and a bit more since their brewery was bought out . sad to think that back then i was looking down my nose at old style while drinking my mgd . whatever my preconception was i m surprised there was this much going on with this beer . do n t get me wrong i wo n t be picking this up again but if dirt cheap beer is on your list this could be a candidate .,aroma,0.3,0
poured from a bottle into a chalice . i hate to review a flat bottle but this bottle was procured and stored properly but absolutely no carbonation from the pour . aroma is tremendous . dark rich malty sugars . wine grapes and oak . beer is a deep brown with ruby highlights when held up to light . taste is overpowering without carbonation . too thick and viscous . dark fruits are there molasses touch of vanilla . syrupy however with a touch of an acrid bitter bite on the finish . mouthfeel is horrendous . viscous thick and heavy on the tongue . drinkability is horrid just alcohol and thickness . cloying . i hope to get to review a better bottle at some point as i can tell the flavors are there but this bottle was not something i enjoyed .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance arrives at the bar with a cloudy copper body that settles down to a haze and a whipped egg white head that leaves sheets of lace on the way down smell modest earthy aroma taste starts with a touch of the biscuit after the swallow a nice fruity element apperas followed by an earthy woody bitterness mouthfeel creamy texture with low carbonation drinkability smooth rich and bitter what more could you ask for in an esb this is a classic,aroma,0.7,1
sampled at lucky baldwin s from the new run . served in a belgian chalice . beer pours an ugly muddy brown with virtually no head in the glass . what little there is remains low bright white and sticky throughout the glass . aroma is at first hint spciy with cloves and nutmeg only to be follow by a banana fueled by alcohol . flavor is incredibly dense and rich with an impression that can be summed up as a banana split with hot fudge sauce served over caramel cinnamon ice cream . the finish is sweet but given the strength of the brew surprisingly not as much as would be expected . deadly smooth for its abv,aroma,1.0,1
poured from the bottle into a nonic glass a pours a dark orange amber color with a two finger frothy slightly fluffy head that leaves some sticky patching lacing and high streaming carbonation s a strong bouquet citrus pine and floral hop aroma t balance of piney and citrus hops caramel malt backbone pretty strong woodiness hits you with hops on the front and finishes with a strong piney hop finish leaves a bitter aftertaste m pretty smooth drinking finishes a little watery o a good ipa that packs a lot of bitterness and is very aromatic .,aroma,1.0,1
who would n t try a stout called creme brulee on tap . pours a rich golden color with a frothy head . smells very sweet what you d expect . like the dessert was just melted into the glass . taste is sugary stouty and of course creme brulee . a little too sweet it s a good sipping beer . perfect for dessert or a nightcap .,aroma,1.0,1
tasted in a bottle . the drink by date states the beer is good until july . this is a quality beer with a couple small flaws in my opinion . appearance good enough with a nice chill haze . average head retention . smell and taste of butter very strong here possibly oxidized . . i like irish reds and this certainly lives up to the style . very drinkable . soft mouth feel . certainly a better beer but for my personal taste it had too much butter taste and after taste to be a great beer .,aroma,0.4,0
consumed during lucky baldwin s ipa fest . clear coppery beer with a one finger white head that reduces to a sticky patch of foam . no aroma at all from this pint glass . texture is a little creamy on the tongue unexpected and nice . dominated by malt this one has almost a spicy gingerbread flavor toasty . some peppery notes . not much hop profile despite the reported usage of chinook fuggles northern brewer and willamette . finishes with a long lasting thin bitterness and a touch of toast . despite that description the finish does seem fairly clean due to its dryness . they were apparently going for something different than a typical dipa and they succeeded in that regard . not sure i want to have this one again though .,aroma,0.4,0
this pours much differently than the carbonated version . dark brooding deep cooking caramel . thick nearly white head . significant lacing . very nice . well it smells like cask beer . a metallic aspect that is n t too apetizing . hints of toffee with a dose of hops but not much more . very nice . toffeed malt leads way to hints of fig raisin pine hop with very rustic earthy tones . hops are slightly resiny and sustained . alcohol is well hidden yet is still there . this beer being cask makes it just too drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter . big thanks to gyle for this . . a hazy dark orange color . less than one finger of creamy off white head with below average retention but some lacing . i know the abv is up there but they could have done better . . s bourbon and maple come through most prominently . oak and vanilla next . alcohol after that . as i sort of expected most of the wheat gets lost in the previously mentioned powers . i say the bourbon level is just right . . t again maple and bourbon dominate only this time it may be too forceful . alcohol is also very apparent for abv . paradoxically i find this both too bitter and too sweet at the same time . it seems like there is a wave of one then the other . warming alcohol is like drinking watered down bourbon . . m heavier body . good moderate carbonation . very smooth . this is one of the better aspects of the brew . . d the flavors do n t flow as well as i would have liked . the first time i had this i thought it was phenomenal but now i realize that i was just drunk .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a cola colored liquid with a healthy beige head . lovely aroma of figs coffee licorice lavender pinesap chocolate mint . the dark roasted malts smell so very fresh almost as if they were right there damp in the palm of your hands . the flavors are slight variations of the aroma but still very similar . i definitely get the coffee chocolate notes mixed with the piney hops flavors also . there s also a hint of jasmine hidden way in the back . mouthfeel is a little softer and lighter than previous years but that s a good thing imho . medium bodied with a velvety soft feel thanks to the ultra fine carbonation coming in at just the right level . a somewhat dry and chalky long and flavorful finish . drinkability is very nice . again since this year s version is a bit lighter in body and the flavor profile is simpler i sure can see me putting a few of these babies to bed before putting myself to bed . an excellent choice on this christmas morning .,aroma,1.0,1
picked up some at julios . poured into a snifter f . a black as can be with a dark reddish brown head . my roommate says i think this beer is so dark it actually consumes light . s this smells pretty alcoholic to me . snifters are supposed to bring out aromas but i really do n t smell much else . t taste more than makes up for the smell . there is almost no alcohol flavor in the beer and it has a wonderful roasted flavor . m thick and smooth with only slight carbonation . great overall balance it is a pleasure in your mouth . d i wish i had more so that must mean the drinkability is pretty high right .,aroma,0.4,0
caramel copper in color with a medium dirty white head . smell of roasted nuts spice some pepper caramel barley some cocoa in the back . taste is grainy some nuts some caramel and that organic funk . i was really happy with this the look the smell then when i tasted it i could not believe that i tasted organic and sure enough when i checked the bottle it was organic .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle poured into a pilsener glass . it pours up with fingers of light tan foam that settles into a fizzle of lace that holds on to the copper brown body . the aroma is pleasing with a dominant smell of overripe peaches backed by toasty malt and pecans . after the aroma the taste is quite a letdown . the artificial tasting peach completely overrides the other aspects of the beer . the pecan is barely perceptible followed by some grainy wheat . some hop bitterness hangs around on the back of the palate . the more i drink it the more muddled the flavors become . it s pretty sweet and the non beer flavors that abound in this beer severely hurt the drinkability . i must admit peach is n t a flavor i m fond of in beer . i m glad i only bought a single bottle of this . i applaud the creative spin on a holiday beer but it s just not my bag .,aroma,0.8,1
. for a oz bottle at jack s . . abv . og . . brewed with row malted barley malted wheat and caramel malt . hopped with nugget . pours out to a hazy burnt orange with a careful decant . lots of loose yeast in the bottom of the bottle . forms a modest off white head with poor retention and no lacing . carbonation is moderate . the nose is vibrant with fruit . apricots but also apples and a pleasant sour milk character with swirling . mouthfeel is tart yet softly ruddy with a medium light body . taste begins with the fruity apricot note then gives way to a rather dull yeasty and somewhat gluey middle . malts and hops are very muted by the apricots acidity . finish is bland and missing any life . very dull . not a very good combination of flavors . i would n t want to drink this one again . i feel a little bit sick after drinking bottle .,aroma,0.7,1
after tasting the monstrosity that was belgo old guardian i just had to have this beer . . poured into a jackie o s snifter . appearance it looks good . the head is slow to arrive but slow to leave . the glass is quickly coated in spotty lacing . a minor pillow of spongy foam gravitates to one side . aroma this beer slaps you with anise hard . the black licorice aroma is very intense and comes at you right out of the gate . burnt sugar is really the only representation of roastiness that i can pick out and it really just smells like someone tried to smoke a licorice rope . black pepper is found in the middle like a shot of jagermeister with pepper in it . this aroma has me seriously reconsidering the idea of drinking this beer . taste at first sip i thought this was going to be alright but the awfulness was merely a delayed reaction . i can barely get through this part of the review . good grief this is one of the very worst tasting beers i ve ever had and i actively seek out terrible tasting beers . the flavor is metallic burnt and plasticy . burnt licorice and charcoal melted cellophane weird spices and alcohol booze . this stuff is so bad that it is literally not even funny . the flavors are just a team of pure evil . the flavors are menacing spiteful and immoral . mouthfeel the beer has n t really lost much of it s body but i think the carbonation is a bit high . the finish is kinda slick but the worst part is that nasty burnt anise that lingers and lingers . overall this beer is utterly contemptible . i imagine that various fluids that drip off of an old car to taste very similar to this . use this beer to kill weeds or to keep deer out of your yard . this beer tastes so much like old turn of the century medicine that i keep expecting mary poppins to swoop in with a spoonful of sugar and a jaunty tune to make me feel better . i d drain pour this but i m not certified in hazmat disposal . the worst tasting beer ever . period . and i thought belgo old g was bad .,aroma,0.2,0
a can poured into a pint one inch bubbly head good amount of carbonation bright yellow color good head retention and lacing . suprisingly impressive looking . s smells grainy little bit of corn little metallic almost white wine smelling . t decent adjunct taste grain little hops sweetness . m better than i thought it would be it s got some substance alot of carbonation on the tongue . d it is what it is pretty drinkable your not gon na drink this when you want a nice tasty craft beer experience .,aroma,0.4,0
chilled bottle into a glass . shared by ramnuts during my portland visit in october . thanks frank . first review . . . . . a re review off a second bottle split with ramnuts on . a pours a clear orange amber body . one finger of off white head . s mmm . a floral grapefruit orange driven bouquet . small biscuit malt . very pungent and filling . t lots of floral hops on the initial taste backed by a solid dose of citrus flavor . however it s surprisingly malty more than both ramnuts and i cared for . i got biscuit and caramel with some sugar cookie . the finish was pretty watery and thin . i remember this beer being a lot better . m medium bodied moderate carbonation . finishes watery with no lingering bitterness . d the one i had a few months ago was a lot better . i m inclined to blame the discrepancy on this being an old bottle but i wo n t know for sure until i have it again .,aroma,0.8,1
a poured very dark with a tan head . the look reminded me of a glass of root beer . s very aromatic fruity is the best way to describe it . t sweet was the first word that came to mind . definite raisins and brown sugar can also taste the alcohol . the carbonation gives it a bit of a bite and a light hoppy finish . m fairly good the carbonation adds a lot to it . not a lot of aftertaste so was a bit on the thin side . d ok in small doses but the sweetness would make it hard for me to drink much of this . a nice beer to sample but if this is a typical example of a dubbel i think i ll rate it as one of my least favorite styles .,aroma,0.8,1
a piney pale that wants to be a porter p a deep blackest brown body no discernible highlights with a persistent one finger creamy light mocha head that adequately laces the glass . s a typical fff piney citrus hop parade hits you strong up front with delicious burnt cocoa cinnamon and brown sugar following . an epic nose that promises much . t unfortunately the nose can not keep it s promise . the hops particularly the evergreen half completely dominate the taste of this brew . there is still some malt left underneath but it is just not coming through like it does in the nose . as a huge fan of toasty porters and stouts it s kind of a let down for me . m a bit too carbonated for me . feels almost like soda but otherwise well weighted . d crisp and cleansing for a porter .,aroma,1.0,1
ounce bottle poured into a pint glass . appearance dark golden in color with a two inch white head . smell this was a pleasant surprise . sweet floral notes and hops. not kidding i never thought i d smell hops in a beer a like this . taste this was not bad at all . very sweet bready white grapes sugar slightly metallic slightly bitter and just a touch of alcohol . mouthfeel flat thick and syrupy . overall for what it is it s pretty good a cheap buzz with a tolerable and decent taste . it is really really sweet though i could n t drink too many of these .,aroma,0.8,1
deep gold in color with a niche finger frothy head of white with moderate retention and bubbly lace . fresh grassy hop aromas with a lemony type backbone and biscuity malt presence . a bit of cereal grain as well . slightly sweet and out of balance . malt is really cereal driven and missing on the hop end especially in the middle . carbonation level is light as well . a bit creamy in the middle but could use more carbo there . carbo does come into effect upon the end and finish . a bit acidic on the finish as well .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a crystal clear dark amber color with almost no head . s mild malt aroma with a slight hop note in the end . t solid malt flavor up front that fades to a slightly fruity floral hop flavor . d not an earth shattering brew but damn tasty . this is actually a pretty excellent beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours from a can into a hefe glass with fingers of bubbly white heat . very creamy texture . good solid rings of lacing . body is a golden straw hue . sparse but consistent visible carbonation with a slight haze making it more translucent than transparent . s immediate lemon smell . slight sugary sweetness almost like merange . solid strength to the smell . t the can on this says all malt . how the heck is this an aipa . . there is next to no bitterness to this beer . it tastes a bit like a lemon cough drop . any bitterness comes from the carbonation . way too lemony not bitter enough . to it s credit no alcohol taste to this which is considerable since it has . abv . overall too sweet to really be appreciable as an aipa . as a beer it would be acceptable but as an example of the style terrible . mf as i said with the taste too carbonated . thin mouth feel . very watery . d the aftertaste has a bit of an offputting characteristic . almost tastes like a cough drop as you swallow it . the sweetness is a bit cloying as well .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a clear golden color with no head just some whispy lace at the top . there is really not much going on in the aroma . a bit of citrus maybe some lemon but not much of either . this taste a lot like a wheat beer to me . i do n t have a lot of experience with wheat beers but this reminds me of one . sharp citrus bite in a very thin flavored beer . the mouthfeel is watery thin with too much carbonation . i ve never had anything quite like this . it s a struggle to finish the oz . overall this might be a good beer for some but it s just simply not for my palate . maybe if i try it in a couple of years i ll love it but right now i just do n t have the palate for it . anyways i am thrilled to be reviewing a beer that i would not have the chance to review if not for the efforts of boolshot and marvz in the double trouble bif .,aroma,0.6,1
a clear mahogany brown topped by a sheet laces of sticky ivory head lookin good so far . weak hints of malt and grain in the nose kinda wimpy . gritty earthy taste of leather and nuts . very hoppy finish for a brown still a fairly well balanced brew . medium bodied finishes very crisp and dry . not a bad brown at all just another solid performer from our friends at sn .,aroma,0.6,1
a very dark brown almost black little tan head with some retention that clings to the inside of the glass with decent lacing . s very pronounced chocolate aromas backed by roasted malts some earthy pine hops and a touch of coffee as it warms t follows the nose with the hop character very subtle and the coffee barely making a presence as it warms . m medium to full body perfect lower carbonation makes a nice and creamy mouthfeel . feels thick and even a bit oily slick across the tongue . d i ve thoroughly enjoyed this brown ale on a number of occasions and am a bit disappointed that it was retired .,aroma,0.9,1
pours very well for a massive amount of rocky light tan head . the body is hazy and caramel in color . the aroma s weak . very little hints metallic fragrances . the taste has sweet banana and a hint of caramel flavor . mf is good prickly and wetting to the palate . this is not a very warming beer . thus i would n t prefer this to a nice doppel or eisbock but it does n t really taste too bad .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance not sure why but i did n t get much of a head like the other posters were raving about maybe a different glass . that said this is definitely above average nice black color a small mocha colored head which quickly receded . smell not much smell the small amount i am getting has nice coffee and mocha notes . was hoping for more strength though . taste this really shines in this category like the smell suggests this has strong coffee flavor with a nice mocha after taste that really becomes apparent several seconds after tasting . i can also detect some oak which really compliments the more dominant flavors nicely . oddly enough there is a slight citrus taste after the mocha subsides which makes this very refreshing for an oatmeal stout . mouthfell unexpected . this has a very light mouthfeel not syrupy at all . strong carbonation gives this an almost dry mouthfeel . i am really enjoying it . drinkability this goes along with the mouthfeel . the light mouthfeel and the carbonation make this very drinkable almost scary drinkable for an oatmeal stout .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a beer that i tend to fall back upon when my mother in law visits . she loves scotch ales scottish ales and when i ca n t turn up something new local for her to enjoy i fall back on the classic imports . the beer . . . it pours a deep dark brown in color with a light head . the nose is mildly malty . the attack is thick and creamy . there are hints of nut in the flavor but it is mostly a malt dominated beer . the mouthfeel is decidedly creamy . towards the finish there is just the slightest bite but then it closes with a sweet and creamy finish that closes out the experience . the weight of this beer seems to be heavy and tipping towards the barley wine side of scotch ales . i am mostly impressed that the beer seems uncompromised by its popularity as an import . good on them .,aroma,0.6,1
a big thanks to grub for an awesome trade back in the day and for attaching a couple of these as extras in my package . poured into a snifter a a very dark brown body with a caramel colored finger head . the head is very carbonated and dissolves rather quickly . some visibility arises along the edges of the glass . it looks good for a porter . s awesome whiff of freshly brewed coffee and oats . you sure this is a porter . smells more like an oatmeal stout to me . bits of chocolate are also pleasing on the nose as this is very simple but rather enjoyable . burnt roasts add to this smooth and creamy mixture of scents . i ca n t wait to tongue dive into this one . t way too light . burnt malts are definitely present . matched with the light bitter coffee tastes the oats that are present in the smell seem to have disappeared . the thinness is whats driving me crazy on this beer as well as the lack of complexity . some slight bites of chocolate shows up as it warms but all in all i was a little bit disapointed with this one .,aroma,0.9,1
got this bottle from an employee at olde hickory brewing . pours a deep amber ruby body with a nice modest off white head . smells of a massive combination of strong barley wine and oak . there s flavors of raisons plums and caramel on the nose with lots of vanilla and toasted notes from the oak . the taste is very intense . bourbon and dark fruit play out initially . there s lots of caramel and toasted notes . hints of chocolate and toffee ring out . not very drinkable due to the high abv but very smooth considering what it is .,aroma,1.0,1
oz can obtained as an extra from exiled . thanks jason . poured into a perfect pint red lobster version . my first experience with a canned craft brew . a opens with a nice pop and overflows a little but the top of the can catches anything that leaks out . i like cans already . had to pour by feel without being able to see how much was actually left to force a hard pour with the last third but was very pleased with the result . pours a dark mocha that is black in the thickest part of the body but has some nice burnt amber edges . builds a beautiful fingered tan head but it does n t last too long . spotty lacing that quickly falls back into the beer . s smell is mainly all bitter coffee . some nice roasted malts and the smallest faint traces of chocolate . probably the most similar smelling beer i ve had to founder s breakfast stout in that it is highly reminiscent of a cold cup of coffee . t taste is strongly based off the nose for this one . upfront is almost all coffee but it is gradually balanced with smooth silky malts that bring a bit of bittersweet chocolate and just as the flavor is about to subside the carbonation delivers a passing taste of hops . a very well balanced stout and even though i have n t had fbs in a few months i am drawing a lot of comparisons to it . m mouthfeel is actually fairly medium bodied . although hard to see i can make out a few streams of carbonation rising from the edges of the glass and you can definitely feel it when drinking . it really helps to play on the different sensations that the beer brings . the strong coffee smell and taste hits you and is relatively flat but then the carbonation hits and brings out some of the chocolate and hoppy nuances . d drinkability is high . the light feel does n t bog down and i m surprised at how quick this one has gone down . absolutely no alcohol can be sensed in this one whether it be in smell or taste and it shows . honestly i was a bit surprised by this one but it certainly made a great impression .,aroma,0.6,1
an interesting double ipa with a very malty edge and bitter finish . smells of floral hops much caramel and honey and autumn mornings . taste is very caramelly and sweet . honestly it smells a lot better than the taste . juju goes down smooth but comes back for a bitter bite that allows you to really feel the alcohol . two pints though and i felt like i had a full meal . overall i would say it was quite good but a bit too rich and bitter .,aroma,1.0,1
first off this was my first time drinking craft beer from a can . poured a pale golden color into standard pint glass . very nice head and w sticky lacing . ok if you blindfolded me i might think this was labatt blue . this beer did not remind me of an ipa at all . it even has a tinny metallic taste which i m assuming is from the can . hops were not present . a bit watery truly reminds me of bmc but i ll give it more credit than that . at the beer does it s job . i ll give it credit for being different in the ipa category but there is no way this beer comes close to touching all of our favorite american ipas . if anything this could be a pale ale . i unfortunately ca n t recommend this one to a hophead . this could be a great gateway beer though .,aroma,0.4,0
served in a bayern pilsener glass . look bright golden color short lived head lots of bubbles smell sweet malt and green apple that increases sweetness taste sweet malt with biscuits and molasses mouthfeel crisp and fizzy medium bitterness light body drinkability someone recommended me this beer too cabornated but overall ok .,aroma,0.4,0
a a pale pink red hue with a bubbly white head that dies pretty quick . clear with an assortment of visible carbonation . drinks clean leaving no lacing . s the beet sugar is prominent but not overpowering . the beets are almost cherry like in aroma . perhaps some pils malt . sweetness takes over any bitterness but hey it is a fruit beer . t a sweet effervescence that is mostly effervescent . any sweetness quickly dissipates as soon as the tang is gone . pretty dry finish . m light bodied and effervescent as i have beat on above . d it s light and refreshing but not the best fruit beer i ve had by any means . maybe if it s really really really hot outside .,aroma,0.8,1
i had a small sample of this beer when it was rarity and not readily available and i was rather impressed . i felt it was a belgian style strong ale the likes of rochefort . im not changing from that early assessment . pours a black body with just a hint if perhaps a lighter color the chalice doesnt bring out subtle colors well in darker beers . the creamy tan head is amazing looking in the wide mouth glass . lacing could be better but a minor complaint . the glass i chose doesnt help this one on the nose at all . i get some aromas reminding me more of a dark hefe with bananas cloves vanilla syrup and brown sugar . im not sure this is the going opinion but thats what im getting . i recall this beer having more of a bite in the past . im not getting much of one at all here . very sweet beer a lot of brown sugar spices citrus notes and some kind of fruity flavor i cant place . hops are at first taste ignored as they never reach that crescendo on the tongue but instead they add a floral flavor before the spices and malt finish take back control . this definitely comes off belgian in the flavor profile and nothing like i expect of an american strong . this beer is just a creamy well carbonated work of art on the tongue . the abv isnt nearly as hot as it could be and while age may do this one wonders it is exceptional fresh . i really like this beer . it isnt anything life changing or mind blowing but it is very solid and extremely different from the usual . now if only it were priced like sierra and not a dogfish beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter . a very black with a tan ring of larger bubbles around the top of the beer . the beer looks thick and deep which is much expected . s wow . better smell than any mocha i ve ever had . super rich mocha smell very sweet with tons of sweet belgian chocolate dairy top grade coffee and a sort of malty chocolate layer that reminds me of a chocolate milkshake . the name is no joke this a major mocha dessert bomb . smells downright crazy delicious . t i must admit off the bat the taste is a bit inferior to the smell . the smell had me over the top excited and the taste brought me back to earth a little bit . none the less extremely tasty . this is a dessert beer to the maximum and what incredible mocha decadence . it s as though they took my favorite milk chocolate and coffee and perfected a balance and packed it into a beautiful beer body . i ve had many great beers but none that are simply just so delicious . while so sweet by nature the sweetness is n t really overpowering in the sense of making me feel like i need to take a break or need to see my doctor just sweet deliciousness . i reach for my next sip pretty quickly after setting this one down . m mouthfeel is thick and creamy and fits the taste profile of the beer wonderfully . better body than mocha itself would have . carbonation is present but does n t try to fool you or interfere with the fact that you re drinking a mocha river . with all of those great things being said i still think if they could find a way to make the body just a tad thicker it would make the beer just a tad better . i m somewhat desperately looking for flaws here though . o i like cafe mochas but this is really better than i think any true coffee mocha could ever be . after drinking this beer i ve initiated a major hunt for all of their other stouts because i do n t see dessert beers getting better than this . feel in the mood for a little dessert decadence tonight . do n t bother with the bakery or ben jerry s grab a bottle of this southern tier bad boy . awesome .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer had all the makings of a nice creamy red ale apart from a very creamy head . at the pour it was a gorgeous red hue with a little head that unfortunately seemed to lack all retention . nonetheless the beer sparkled with carbonation and i was keen to investigate it further . the smell was excellent . i happen to love maple though i confess it is n t something i usually have in my beer and the rich malty aroma of nutty maple notes was divine . the taste was bold sweet strong and syrupy all at once . i really enjoyed how unique it was and quite admired these canucks paying such a wonderful homage to their beloved flag borne tree . unfortunately in spite of how tasty it was it was not quite creamy enough to be true to its style . and its mouthfeel reflected this in a slightly over carbonated and not so creamy beer . the drinkability . . ah well this is a toughie for me because i m sure that this is the perfect beer for my girlfriends who are n t so crazy about things that resemble hops barley malt . or hmmm. beer . for myself i really enjoyed a pint for its individuality but i could never finish a pitcher of this .,aroma,1.0,1
a murky dull orange body that is n t particularly pretty . head is very white and gets up to two fingers but recedes within the minute leaving behind scant lacing . s quite good . vinous and i ll assume chardonnay like notes are at the forefront with brett and lemongrass also inserting themselves into the mix . i also get a little bit of spicy oak and vanilla and perhaps a tad of ginger . t when cold the wine and brett are almost all i can taste . some spices are detectable for a flash in the middle . there is a somewhat bitter unpleasant aftertaste that lasts a good thirty seconds after i ve swallowed . as it gets warmer i start to taste some lemongrass though no spiciness or vanilla from the oak is present chardonnay and brett are still king . the aftertaste is less offensive now and does n t last very long . m many fine bubbles pummel my mouth throughout the sip . it becomes a bit too much for a second but then backs off a touch . good weight and creaminess asides from when the carbonation is not too much . o this was a pretty good beer . will i get an . oz bottle of it for bucks again . absolutely not . the regular version of this beer is the only brew stateside produces i do n t find to be overpriced .,aroma,0.9,1
a clear copper with finger off white head . good retention falling to a thick film and leaving lots of lacing . s caramel malts very mild with a hint of vanilla and dark fruit . t simple but solid . malt sweetness with a touch of caramel raisin and prune slowly dry out to reveal a mild earthy hop bitterness . slightly unpleasant grainy aftertaste . m smooth medium bodied low to moderate carbonation . d drinkiability would be higher if it tasted better simply . not as good as i remember .,aroma,0.4,0
a poured a typical dark color as any stout should . nice cream color two finger head s nothing special going on here . dark malts with a scent of alcohol which suprises me with only . abv t sweet dark malts . roasted chocolate flavor . m light bodied . nice carbonation . d not to shabby . i m not really to much of a stout fan but i can handle this one . overall like i said i m not to much a stout fan . the best stout i ve had so far was dark horse s tres blueberry stout . as far as oatmeal stouts go i have nothing really i can compare this to . i would say give this one a try .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bomber poured into a southern tier tulip a hop haze . more like hop chunks . lots of sediment floating around but holy god is what they are floating around in is damn beautiful rich amber colored with yellow highlights on the edges with an off white head . lacing is only average though . s up front i get a lot of simcoe astringency which makes me think i may be drinking this too late . caramel malt follows and some mild sweetness . a little worried now . . t well this is different . any fruitiness is up front and fades fast and then its a snowball effect of bitterness . it keeps building and building until it tops off in a palate destroying blast . i could definitely see not being a fan of this but i look for these kinds of beers to finish off the night . m think and syrupy which i didnt expect . you can almost feel the chunks of hops going into your mouth . cant find the at all and carbonation is just dandy . notes this is like drinking hop juice . i think what they did was just dump in a boatload of hops at the end of the boil and made this a palate destroying monster . and i dig it .,aroma,0.6,1
good beer . no shit . apparently it took a year legal battle to put that on a label . damn the man i guess . dark clear brown with a thin beige head . head fades quickly to a thin skim then nothing . no retention . no shit . earthy nutty aroma with light roast chicory coffee . taste is similarly nutty chicory subtle earthen roast malt and weak coffee with english tea spice . fairly hoppy . way overcarbonated .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a pilsener glass . pour yielded a billowing head that that formed a stiff meringue cap that stubbornly clung to the beer all the way down the glass leaving a lattice work of lacing . beer is a pale gold with faint barely discernible bubbles . aroma an amazing complex aroma which far exceeds any other pils aroma i have smelled . lemony peppery summery yeasty and malty all zipping around my nose . mouthfeel nothing special going on here . taste does n t live up to the aroma but is n t bad . restrained noble hop bitterness with a slight citric sourness . slight peppery bitter aftertaste with an echo of lemony sour that is not overwhelming . notes not bad much better than victory prima pils . i am coming to the conclusion that of all the german non bock lager styles pilsener is my least favorite . i put helles dortmund and vienna lager styles ahead of pilsener as being more balanced more drinkable with less bitterness and less aftertaste . i wo n t be on an a quest for the perfect pilsener anytime soon .,aroma,1.0,1
i was afraid . i poured this aggressively and got inch head . a beautiful rich auburn color that almost glistens in the glass . the smell is not all that appealing . it is way earthy and at first it reminded me of an ashtray . with that said the taste is very nice roasted malt and smooth not bitter . very rich tasting with some caramel as well but not overly sweet . the mouthfeel is excellent very wet and good finish . overall a very nice beer .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a beer for good times when you know you ll be drinking a bunch of beer and do n t necessarily want to pay for craft brews . i have to tell one quick story before the review my fav memory of this beer is a few years back . one night a friend of mine had had quite a few cream ales and then deicided it would be a good idea to start whipping them around at targets mostly people . these were full beers we re talkin here . i ended up with the most awesome bruise ever an indent of a genny cream ale right in my side . it lasted for a while and i was proud . that being said on to the review . this stuff actually is n t bad for a macro . i m not gon na lie it stayed in the can but i ll make an educated guess at the appearance light golden almost yellow color way too many bubbles and a pretty non existent head unless you re getting it from a keg in which half your cup would be a foamy mess . the taste actually is a little bit creamy which i like . it s not just beer flavored water . almost but not quite . definately some adjuncts in there however . mouthfeel is actually fairly medium bodied for a macro decent . pretty easy to drink a bunch of these and not be totally offended by the taste . definately a below average beers but when you place it next to something like bud or coors this one would be my pick . and they make a hell of a projectile .,aroma,0.4,0
poured the beer in a stange glass . has a weak gold color that is typical a bit lighter than a pilsner style beer . has a decent white frothy head . the smell of the beer is extremely hoppy . the beer tastes almost exactly how it smells a strong batch of bitter hops tastes a bit more full than your american pale lager . has an average mouthfeel . with a bubbly finish . tastes better than some other domestic brands on the market especially for a light beer .,aroma,0.4,0
a brilliant pale gold body with minimal but sturdy snow white head . lacing is copious and steadfast . some herbal pungency to the hop aroma here with the faintest lemongrass scent in tow . sweet malt undercurrent makes itself known but takes a backseat to the other attributes . man talk about the wrong combination of hops and malt . both are strong in their own right but combine to create a vegetal brussels sprouts anyone . beer . the hops are not citrusy but rather woody herbal and clash in a harsh way with the somewhat sweet but mostly earthy body . there s got to be candi sugar in here because the slickness i m detecting is not all hop derived . otherwise full bodied and correct for the style . this is a burgeoning genre but to see it done right look the direction of chouffe houblon . great divide gets an a for effort but that s as far as i m willing to go .,aroma,0.8,1
a light grade honey . s warm citrus and honey . grapefruit . t grapefruit seedless rye bread . ends with citrus rind and a bitter hop character . m light body slightly watery but a nice semi sweet finish . d drinks like an ipa . on the hoppier side of the pond but still very enjoyable .,aroma,0.9,1
served in a chicago bears shaker pint glass . thanks to the central pa group from the gang bang bif for this bottle . i ve somehow not yet tried this pale from victory . how d that happen . it pours a clear straw amber topped by a finger of cream white foam . the nose comprises dark greens egg yolk caramel flowers and light leek . not sure where that egg y smell s coming from but it s not helping things at all . the taste holds notes of greens flowers toffee leek grass and grapefruit rind . everything tastes kinda dusty kinda dirty . the body is a hefty light with a light moderate carbonation and a dry finish . overall i m not sure what went wrong with this beer . it s still a few months before it s best by date it does n t seem officially skunked . it s just not very good . hm .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a very deep dark brownish black with the slightest hints of ruby on the edges when held up to the light . a nice mocha color head . s smells like a big roasty porter . good amount of smoke and roasted malt . there is just the faintest hint of chile spice in the nose . not enough to make you think of it but the nose tingles just a tad and knowing that there is chipotles in here one knows what the tingle is from . t yum . a nice big roasty malty porter . hints of chocolate and a fair amount of smoke . the chipotle is in the aftertaste and attacks the back of your throat . it provides a nice addition . this starts of tasting like your normal big malty porter but the peppers really elevate this beer and add a totally differnt element . m medium body with moderate to high carbonation . very rich and smooth . the carbonation provides a nice feel and finish is like velvet . d not sure how many of these i would really comsume in a night probably just one . this is tasty beer and very unique but like all spicy foods the more you drink the more chipotle you taste . the burn is not intense but it is there . one and done for me .,aroma,0.6,1
on hand pull at graydon s crossing . pours a really dark color with a nice sized foamy tan head . aroma was weak with only a bit of honey and mostly chocolate and wood . taste however was much stronger on the honey flavors . it s weird to see a beer this dark with so much honey flavor . a bit of dark chocolate lies in the background . a touch of cask element added with the body and wood flavors . slight buttery flavor at the very end which i always seem to get with dragonmead . very smooth if not the most complex beer . easy drinking . no way this is . abv more like or . a bit too sweet for me to session but the pint went down easily and i gladly had another .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a green into a belgian style beer glass . i am afraid this one is a bit skunked . i am sure it is not too bad and as such i will see what i can find to review anyway . head is very white and full leaving a nice lacing . color is pale gold very clear beer . smell is initially the aforementioned skunk . followed by malt hop and a bit of anise . taste is malt hop and sadly a bit of skunk . there is more going on but i am afraid this review will be on the tainted side like this bottle . mouthfeel is medium body and high carbonation . when i tried this beer before it was great . bright clean and inviting . i will be sure to review this one again .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a cold oz bottle into a clean room temperature pint glass . it poured a slightly carbinated light yellow with a inch white head that shrank down after a few moments into a inch head . it smells of corn sugar and a hint of malt . it is light with a slight courseness towards the back of the mouth . there is a touch of malt taste to this beverage . it is fairly good light and drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from ml bottle into a chalice style glass a awesome . mostly clear golden color with a touch of orange in the light abundant puffy white head that lasts and some great lacing . s light on the nose with citrus hints and light caramel apple and honey . t light to caramel malt flavors expertly balanced . citrus flavors and spices abound in a complex mostly dry blend . this really struck me as a great abbey style triple without all the alcohol . the finish is nice and clean with a bit of citrus bitterness in the linger . very good . m d light and lively on the tongue and across the palate with abundant carbonation in the form of tiny bubbles . fantastically smooth and easy to drink . i do n t know that i have sampled many saison style brews but if they taste like this one i m all for more . this went down so well that i m ready to keep this one as regular stock in the fridge after just tasting it once . i have been very impressed with the ommegang brewery and this one is just another jewel in their crown . fantastic . .,aroma,0.7,1
picked up a pack on sale for . originally almost for a pack so i figured i d give it a shot as i d only had one beer from asia before sapporo and it was decent enough . poured with a surprising head but it was gone before i could even admire it . color looked very similar to american macro swill and the smell was even worse . possibly the most sour smelling beer ever it was just awful . things did n t get much better with the taste either kind of like sapporo gone horribly wrong and i was n t even too pleased with sapporo to begin with . not pleasant . mouthfeel was decent enough and the beer had a nice light character to it with a good balance of carbonation but i had to rate the drinkability low because of the taste . i managed to get about of it down before i dumped it out and washed out that terrible taste with an ommegang rare vos . i do n t even think i d drink this if i got it for free . seems like i m not alone in this either . should have read the reviews before i bought it doh .,aroma,0.2,0
i had this on tap at the cloverleaf tavern in caldwell nj . it was served in a southern tier tulip . look very orange . it had a very thin head that was a little orange as well . smell this is probably the strong point of the beer . it reeks of pumpkin pie without being too aggressive with it . taste this is usually where pumpkin beers fall flat with me but where pumking lives up to its name . the pumpkin pie aroma does n t dominate the taste and it actually tastes like a beer instead of some kind of pumpkin pie flavored wine cooler . feel light bodied nicely carbonated . very smooth and refreshing . drink very good for this . i was surprised to see it was a abv beer . overall this is what pumpkin beers should really aspire to taste like . i saw this on tap and though i have generally despised pumpkin beers so far i figured i d give it a go since i ve never seen it on tap near my hometown . i m happy with my choice . i think if i were to go for another pumpkin beer in the future i d go for this one .,aroma,1.0,1
a mild spicy hop character with medium bitterness that is well balanced by sweet malt flavours characterizes this beer . i found that its strong initial hoppy flavours disappear quickly and the back palate is a little too sweet for my liking . the main malt flavours are quite bready which i normally like but they linger a bit too long and are not off set enough by a dry bitter finish . a good beer for those who are looking for something light but sincere . also recommended for those who are just starting to drink hoppier beers .,aroma,0.8,1
had this one on tap at bodega . a deep red brown dark cream collar and film with lacing . s very slight toasted marshmallows smoke but very faint . i almost could n t smell a thing . t cheesecake with crust toffee slight diacetyl nice well rounded acidity very slight good toasted bread . this tastes great but why did n t i smell any of it . m thicker with a good carbonation . d good .,aroma,0.6,1
i know corona is not a great beer . it appears average smells bad and needs a lime but it would be blasphemy for me to give it anything less than a c. i grew up with this beer in fact this was the first beer i ever had . its always at family parties and is a staple of the mexican culture . this is the only biased review i will write on ba but corona is a beer i will always hold close to my beer heart . a bright golden yellow little to no head lots of carbonation . looks very light and refreshing . s smells of strong yeast and potent grain malts . also faint skunk smell . t well lets just say you should use a lime . even though after the st one i never do . d great drinkability . light easy to drink . always reliable overall growing up surrounded by this beer i can not turn my back on it now . even though i know its not great .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into sam adams sensory glass color is a golden orange hue . finger head . a little retention leaving some splattered lace . aroma is very hoppy . mainly floral hops . there are some grapefruit ntes honey and bready malts . this is what an ipa should smell like . taste was not as bitter and flavorful as i was expecting based on the smell . the floral hops and honey are present as well as some citrus fruits . mouthfeel is a slight bitterness but overall pretty smooth . ends with a clean hoppy aftertaste . seems well carbonated . overall i was a lot more impressed by the smell of this beer as compared to the taste . however it was a great representation of the style . i would easily drink this beer again,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a growler into a shaker pint glass . a very clear pale golden color with one finger of white foam head . heavy lacing remains on the glass . s herbaceous and slightly spicy with some suggestion of lime citrus and fresh berry fruit . overall intensity of the smell is weak giving an impression of vacancy . t begins off dry with pithy grapefruit peel and crackery pilsner malt . flavors mellow in the middle with minimal acidic intrusion retaining authentic grassy flavors as citrus fades . bitterness is moderate but short lived in the herbaceous finish leaving a toasty blush to linger on the palate . m thin viscosity slightly acidic on the palate with moderate carbonation . d o this orange county brewed pilsner exists between two worlds one of pronounced dry hopped attitude against the other of crisp and traditional malt backbone . it is reminiscent of green flash s fizzy yellow beer in approach but ca n t quite equal that other beer in execution . comparisons aside this is a versatile lager capable of pairing well with food favorites or holding the attention of the palate all by itself with its interesting qualities . if it was . abv it would be celebrated as a breakthrough .,aroma,0.6,1
poured this oz . brown bottle into a nonic glass . vintage . one finger of off white head sat atop a clear light amber colored body . the second pour created a larger head that left some lace . smell was soapy hops . sweetness was in the background . earthy and floral . clean grains . perfumy and later leafy . this one opened up significantly as it warmed . eventually this one smelled like i stuck my nose into a freshly opened plastic wrapper of roman meal bread . taste was first of rowdy hops then muted sweetness . tropical fruit . the flavors became more intense as it warmed . the scorching hops the sweet malts and the pleasant alcohol flavors formed a trinity of balanced and highly drinkable barleywine . there was a lingering mild bitterness in the aftertaste . mouthfeel was zesty and creamy with an alcohol prickle . medium to full bodied . usually barleywines are too sweet and boozy for me this one was not i am an admitted hophead . this one was very drinkable .,aroma,0.9,1
heineken oz . bottle poured into pint glass . let s see how those netherlands people brew beer . pours a typical yellow lager color slight golden hue . large white head which fell quickly . lacing is suprisingly sticky and really clings . the carbonation streams are impressive as well . smell is of light adjuncts and feint hops . taste upfront has a quick grainy malt bite strong of adjuncts . then a semi roasted dry bitterness washes over the palate . not bad . mouthfeel is light and semi dry . drinkability is average . heineken is actually a decent euro pale lager and one that goes down quite easily .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance copper hue with a light mocha head . looks rich and delicious . smell rosey very subdued but a little too much so . just would have expected a bit more out of it in terms of aroma . taste this reminds me of a barleywine . there were lots of hops in this but it was very smooth . you can taste the alcohol . not what i would have expected out of the winter warmer style but enjoyable none the less . feel extremely smooth with a nice mouthcovering . drinkability very tasty but one will do ya . otherwise you ll be making out with the floor .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark carmel brown with a big very light brown head . good carbonation plenty of bubbles . not much of an aroma a slight nutty sweet smell . great sweet nutty caramel hint of toffee flavor . super smooth mouthfeel . has a nice creamy feel going down . this is a very drinkible brew . i wish these were available here in mass .,aroma,0.6,1
dark reddish copper.yeast sediment present.very small head . husky hop smell.a bit toosweet.hops battle to keep under control.they come close but the balance is just not there with this beer . too sweet on first taste and too bitter on the finish.a real tartness on the finish.deeper in the hop bite mellows but i m not super impressed with this barley wine . it s not horrible but it s not great .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into oz pilsner glass appearance dark orange with a tinge of crimson and brown . hazeiness gives of an unflitered look to it . smell smells like pumpkin pie but with hints of cinnamon and ginger snaps or a snickerdoodle cookie . it has a very sweet aroma to it and that makes it all the more appealing . smell is more prevalent the more it warms up . taste the flavor is a combination of cinnamon spice and pumpkin with a very sweet kick . there is also hints of hops in the back . spiciness is a bit excessive but not overwhelming . the aftertaste is that of a sweet pumpkin flavor mouthfeel carbonation is moderate as well as the body . it s one of the more spicy beers that i ve had but i felt it added more to the flavor . i get a very warm sensation from drinking this beer . overall i think i may have found my new favorite seasonal fall beer . this is definitely one of the more unique beers i have had and the first pumpkin ale that i ve drank . it s not a beer for everyone but if you re into fall seasonal beers and are looking for something different this one is worth checking out .,aroma,1.0,1
the second surly can i got from my man joe aka ineedabeerhere . canned . about months old on the far side for an ipa but i m still impressed . appearance is murky amber with a sticky white head . the consistency of the head indicates this is a beer with a gentle carbonation which is something i love to see . the aroma is quite hoppy even with all this time in the can . the first thing i thought of was the dole paradise blend juice i drank with breakfast this morning so i looked at the carton to see whats in it . pineapple grape carrots . i think this warrants a side by side comparison . well the juice is a bit more strong but the beer has more depth with kiwi and pine mixed in . you can also smell a bit of alcohol in the furious but only after sniffing the juice . the taste continues with the depth of the aroma and i m loving it . it could use a bit more sweetness to accentuate the fruity hops . the beer is very bitter and if this makes any sense it just rushes in . oh man ibus . i believe it . this is a great beer . the mouthfeel is hard to describe behind all the burning hop bitterness . the carbonation is on the low side as i mentioned earlier . i can handle the scorching bitterness but drinkablity falls somewhere in the middle for ipas . if i had another can i could judge this more accurately . .,aroma,1.0,1
no abv or freshness date to be found on the label . poured from a ounce bottle into a pint glass . appearance slightly hazy yellow orange . absolutely no head on this beer . smell really malty . caramel and peanut butter aroma . smells like it would be a really good winter warmer but it s not the aroma i expect from an american pale ale . taste malty taste . no real hop flavor but it has quite a bit of hop bitterness .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a hazy brown amber with a four finger dark tan head well carbonated with constant streams of bubbles rising through the glass . did not lace at all . great aroma sweet malt banana spice wheat note . sweet very sweet taste very fruity apricot orange apple juice a cherry note . medium feel too cloyingly sweet for me,aroma,0.9,1
had on tap at ceol in brooklyn poured into a guinness nonic pint . a guinness pretty much looks like its own advertisement . perfectly still black all the way to the taper of the glass where barely a glint of ruby peeks through . cap is two fingers of beige cream that dwindles to a finger but remains for the duration and lays soapsuddy drapes down the glass . s uh . no . almost nothing barely a glint of roasted chocolate malt back there followed by some rusty or coppery notes . a little bit of earth mixing with the minerals . smells like skim milk diluted by hard water mostly . t same deal as the nose which is a shame . maybe a little more bitterness from the malt which comes in as a phantom of coffee but pretty much it s all rusty and coppery metals followed by a trace of fresh damp soil . tastes like skim milk diluted by hard water mostly . m did i mention the watery skim milk aspects of this beer . the foam helps the mouthfeel get out of the cellar but mostly it s yucky thin . d i drank three pints pretty fast but i think that s because i kept searching for flavor . nowhere near the extra stout in the bottle and ca n t hold a shaky whimpering candle to o hara s on tap . if you want real ids from the country of origin and it s available grab that one . still if i had a bucket of oysters on a nice spring day . i d probably still look for o hara s or pick up a sixer of smutty s robust porter which is really a stout i think .,aroma,0.4,0
vintaged ml . yeah i know i should wait but i do n t wan na . pops with almost no fanfare but immediately smells of scotch . yes i know smell is the next section . body is very very dark with only the slightest red orange colour when held to the brightest light i can find in my parlour . head was easily coaxed up and is a fairly light colour . back to the smell oak but the lovely old sort . . . like scotch . big fat medium and dark malts . chocolate more oak once it warms like bourbon new oak . very dry chalky . banana and coconut but only just . fennel . taste is quite tart peppery very dry . tons of coffee as it warms . as bourboney as you can imagine and so much more but it all dissolves into a warm melange that s hard to describe . feels amazingly light on the tongue for the volume and colour . little coating and almost no stickiness . carbonation holds up well even with great stretches of time . it s not often that a beer leaves me reasonalby without words to describe it . my only regret about this beer is that i do n t have two more to drink in and . . . yet . back to the store .,aroma,1.0,1
review poured from oz bomber to pint glass . a pours an orange brown body with a finger off white head . head has pretty good retention but not the most amazing i ve seen . s smells strongly of hops with a malt background . there s a little bit of sweet dark fruit detectable . t strong hops dominate the palate but caramel malts and candied fruit do a good job of balancing out the flavor but still hop heavy . could use a year or two cellaring . m d mouthfeel is medium heavy bodied and pretty well carbonated good but nothing extremely special . pretty drinkable for the alcohol although a bomber is enough for me .,aroma,1.0,1
cl into a tulip . pours a clear deep orange tinged garnet minor dense head receded to a surface cap that was long lasting decent lacing . pleasant aroma is light and spicy clean fresh ginger . taste lacks complexity . initial flavor is nearly non existent . mid way it shows promise but does n t develop . zero bitter zero dry . slight hint of metal in the aftertaste which is short lived . thin bodied creamy mouthfeel . does not improve with warmth . cheers jd,aroma,0.8,1
bottle at beachwood split with a friend . this was one expensive ass bottle of beer and i probably would never have tried if i had n t split it . did i mention we drank this after we had also split a bottle of beatification . yeah . appearance half finger head fairly lively appropriately for the style . the body i described as a coors light sort of color not particularly appealing straw with slight rust ish accents . eh . the lacing was pretty minimal to nothing . not particularly the beer s highlight but i do n t really expect generally sours to wow me with their look . smell sawdust brett champagne grapes caramel white pepper thyme tumeric chicken grease . a ton of funky herb y even downright unexpected chicken grease yes i swear to you aromas . so in other words complex . that s about what i would expect out of a collaboration between so many quality breweries though . not too overpowering either so well balanced . exceptional . taste a bit of a let down from the aroma admittedly . puckeringly sour the second most sour beer i ve had behind kriek lambic by cantillon and that beer is basically on some warheads candy . grapes . as my notes say wood wood wood . so a lot of barrel wood drying it out a bit and providing a nice earthiness . just not quite as complex as the nose but pretty damn good nonetheless . mouthfeel super sour and super dry but i think that s appropriate . also very fizzy also appropriate . drinkability this is one of the most sour beers i ve ever drank so it s a sipper .,aroma,1.0,1
another favorite cheap or lawnmower beer of mine . great iced down in the cooler on those hot hot summer days . got ta love the pak for on sale where i live nj,aroma,0.4,0
picked up a four pack last night that was bottled recently that was the latest batch i think it was canned the end of last week or the beginning of this week according to the nebco facebook page . oz can into my russian river pint glass . a amber off orange but darker than most yellow ipas . head was small but lingered for a little while . s lots of pine flowery and a ton of hops . the smell is reminiscent of hopslam . t not too much bitterness up from the hops are there but it definitely doesnt taste like a dipa . not exactly watery but the flavor doesnt hit right away . m the hops hit in the mouthful and the flavor comes out . lots of citrus and pine but not overwhelming . very balanced . o for sure the best ipa ive had to date beats hopslam and dfh in my book . not too overwhelming but really balanced and flavorful once it gets into your mouth . i would highly recommend this beer to anyone who comes across it if only it were easier to find .,aroma,1.0,1
i really do n t understand the point of non alcoholic brew but i ll try anything so here goes actually poured a nicer colour than expected . still piss yellow all the same but slightly deeper than the standard a b piss yellow . that s the only thing going for this one which is n t very impressive . the green bottle brought the exoected skunky flavouring which prevailed over any other tastes here which were pretty much non existant save for a slight hint of maltiness every now and again . watery watery watery . not very enjoyable . kinda like bad beer flavoured seltzer water .,aroma,0.2,0
huge thanks to glazeman for sharing this one while watching the third round of the british open . outstanding . a pours dark brown with a tiny head that quickly fizzles away to a few large bubbles that line my westvleteren snifter . little to no lacing . s the nose on this one is as good as it gets . bourbon vanilla harsh whiskey coconut and sun tan lotion . t just wonderful almost as perfect as the nose . bourbon charred meat leather milk chocolate lactose vanilla dried dark fruits . tons of rich malt with no hops . slightly bitter finish . m thin . too thin . this outstanding beer s only downfall . for and tons of bourbon i need a bit more viscosity . d great . tons of booze and heat on this one but the outstanding vanilla and coconut flavors allow me to drink as much of this as is available .,aroma,1.0,1
super cascading effect is better out of hte can than on tap . deep yellow color adorned by a giant off white head that laces the entice length of the glass . smell is still rather clean . light hop backed by a light grain nose . not much but not unpleasant either . taste is mild hops with a dominate light malt backbone . not strong in any aspect but still nicely balanced with no strange aftertaste . goes down smooth as silk making you want to drink more and more . a very drinkable lighter beer to give yourself a break in a long session .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at falling rock . a hazy light straw color with white head . s funky smell cheese and sweat . very strange the smell does not match the taste . it s like they re two separate beers . my friend that was with me and is not as adventurous a beer drinker was totally turned off by the smell . but when she held her nose she enjoyed the taste . t as advertised honey peaches and jasmine are all present . very light dry and fruity flavors are well suited for the summer heat . m light and crisp . carbonation is fairly high and in sync . d as long as i hold my nose i can drink a lot of this . overall a pretty good brew .,aroma,0.4,0
context context context gentlemen . . after the third day of a mid summer heat wave with a temperature of i took a oz . bottle of red stripe out of the fridge it had been there for hours and put it in the freezer for minutes . my house does n t have central air conditioning . did i say it was degrees . i put a billie holiday cd into the boom box took off my shirt and shoes and collapsed on the porch with an ice cold red stripe . as i lay gently wilting to the plaintive swelter of billie holiday s voice i crudely guzzled this ice cold beer of dubious fame . it worked . it was absolutely not the time for a westvleteren or a imperial stout . it was even too hot for hefeweizen . . haters and cynics take note if you try cheap macro style lager side by side with carbonated water you will be able to tell the difference . and yes sometimes the water is better . not this time though . i fell asleep on the floor and when i awoke the heat wave had broke . got ta keep it really cold though gets worse as it warms up .,aroma,0.4,0
served on tap . appearance was a jet black with a big creamy tan head that was eternal . great lacing left as i downed it . smell really expected a bit more from this . chocolate and coffee aromas at the fore . also roasted malt . taste nice blend of flavors . dark chocolate taste reminded me of the dark chocolate my brother brought back from switzerland . still chocolate taste was not as pronounced as expected . also roasted malty flavor with a hint of coffee and a vague smokiness in the finish . feel creamy almost velvet texture . smooth light to medium bodied . drinkability i actually enjoyed this beer the more it warmed up . did n t seem too cold at first but the taste combination grew on me . this would be a good beer to enjoy with a fruit tort dessert .,aroma,0.6,1
i was surprised to find this seasonal reserve at a local beer store here in somerville ma for a reasonable price so i picked it up although i could n t find a date on the bottle or any indication how old the dust was . the cool oz bottle pours into an imperial pint glass with a deep brownish red color and a thick aromatic head . smells of sweet pumpkin pie . at this not quite cold temperature the beer has a sudsy oily texture . it works well to bring out the flavors of cinnamon nutmeg and allspice as admitted on the label . it has all the best flavor of pumpkin pie which to be fair is n t necessarily actual pumpkin . i have to compare this to cambridge brewing company s fall seasonal pumpkin ale which i look forward to trying again soon . where cbc succeeds is that the beer really does tasty like pumpkins and it is n t weighed down with a lot of spice flavor . this beer which i think i like even more is exactly the opposite . the pumpkin is present as the subtle flavor that it is but the cinnamon and nutmeg taste really really good . the spices were fresh when they were added . for that reason i d actually be surprised if this beer ages well since the compounds in nutmeg and cinnamon are particularly volatile once grated . i dunno . there s no offensive pungency or artificial chemical flavor . there s a very slight bitterness perhaps from hops which balances out the pumpkin pie so this does n t become a complete dessert beer . overall very good . my favorite pumpkin ale to date although perhaps cbc s needs a category of its own .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at the dilly deli earlier this year . appearance opaque pale mocha head . no light getting through at any angle though the lights at the dd are n t the brightest . aroma yum . mph winds sucked up a crate of mounds bars and jammed them into a vibrant healthy oak tree that s what happened . the coconut and wood own the day here . smells amazing . chocolate and some buttery boozy notes emerge with warming . taste unfortunately the flavor fell a little short for me . the malts are toasty and tasty but seem diluted . it improves beyond that though with good flavors of coconut and bourbon . the bourbon is trying to push out the beer flavor but stays mild enough to enjoy . mouthfeel moderate carbonation sort of watrery but not bad for the style . drinkability woodford is a rather popular dare i say common barrel choice but there is no getting around its distinctiveness and tastiness . its familiarity is easy to get used to .,aroma,1.0,1
opaque jet black . brown slowly settling fluffy head leaves spotty lace . buttery pure milk chocolate sweetness hits the nose at first then is ceded by notes of carob and suggestions of chocolate covered candied orange peel along with coffeeish borderline burnt roasted barley . real chocolate never wavers in aroma remaining constant and assertive . a joy to inhale . snap of dark caramel sweetness is superceded by drying pronounced hop bitterness and notes of unsweetened cocoa . real chocolate is less assertive in flavor as the aroma would indicate but persists throughout to underlay a smoothly bittersweet undertone . roasted malted barley eeks in mid palate lending a subtle smoky carbonaceous charcoal impression . overshadowed citrusy hop flavor struggles to add complexity . a touch light in body with a thinnish over attenuated mouthfeel saved by the oat glucans . finishes with surprisingly pronounced notes of dark roast coffee and cream widening into a lingering hop bitterness . rogue chocolate is a delicious rich stout . i prefer my willy shakes unadulterated since the chocolate character muted the hop and roasted grain profile . a highly enjoyable treat nonetheless .,aroma,1.0,1
extremely watery . no detectable aroma . no hop taste . tastes like tonic water with a metallic twinge . they must ve done something to increase the flavor in this na as it has at least a semblance of taste whereas it did n t a few years ago . very drinkable due to watery nature . not as good as the amber version .,aroma,0.3,0
served as part of their oz sampler tray . almost no aroma in the nose . the appearances of cloudy lemonade . very moderate hop usage . enough to balance . very orange like in taste but other citrus notes . quite delicious and refreshing . favorite among the non beer dorks .,aroma,0.4,0
picked up at the leary s in newburyport . lagunitas tribute to the economic correction k k k . pours clean and clear with lots of tiny micro bubbles rushing to the surface creating a small head . the aroma kick is amazing a strong citrus fresh piney hop nose . the bitterness hits your first with a firm bite then goes away and leaves a lingering dryness with a slight tinge of a back note . the bright floral hops are in near perfect balance with the dry malt back bone . this is really an ideal level for a ipa when you want a bit more kick but less then a double ipa malt bill . overall highly drinkable in the west coast pliny type tradition .,aroma,1.0,1
uk sized bottle served slightly chilled in a pint glass . appearance it s got that jet black color we ve come to expect from a stout . leaves a decent amount of lacing on the glass . smell i m reminded of soy sauce and pet food on first impression . second impression yields the same with faint additions of carob and coffee . taste well the alpo stops here . biscuit and chocolatey malts dominate the palate . coffee and malty bitterness on the aftertaste . mouthfeel medium bodied with a fullish presence in the mouth one that would be expected from a stout . drinkability umm . nope . i ll pass on another . the only thing that consumes comestibles that reek of pet food in this household is my cat and me when i m drunk and have no food lying around but iams .,aroma,0.2,0
straw coloured clear with a creamy and compact head . fresh hop grass hay some honey . quite fresh anyway . the taste is essentially malt with a good hop sharp . quite balanced . herbal dry flowers camomile . the body is light . light . bitter aftertaste not particularly persistent .,aroma,0.4,0
had this at cincinnati s rb at fountain square . the name of the beer was n t explicitly written on the draught board but the waitress said this was a cask conditioned dry hopped red ale so the label i chose should be good enough . served in an imperial pint glass . . a opaque amber brown color . one finger of creamy off white head . good retention but not lacing . . s dry hopping has done wonders . tons of mango . after that comes pineapple grapefruit and orange . balancing maltiness with caramel and breadiness from the yeast . . t good but the yeast is much stronger than the beer itself . this is pretty much yeast and hops . hops give same flavors as in the nose but have less kick . . m medium body . good moderate carbonation . could be creamier . . d decent but nothing special . purveyors of yeastiness would love this i suppose .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pale yellow with a good deal of carbonation and a soapy head . smell smells like my dove soap . very processed not what a beer should smell like . taste watered down no taste in particular but manageable for a macro because there s no offending taste . drinkability below average drinkability . there are better macros out there but it s drinkable when it comes to macros .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a dark black with more than a finger of head and decent retention . the aroma is slightly malty but nothing to write home about . the taste is robust and malty but this offering lacks the roasted bitterness i enjoy in a good stout . this may be a beer where the reputation is better than the actual product .,aroma,0.6,1
finally a dark lord . since joining beer advocate this is the one beer ive had my eye on . the pour is surprisingly not motor oil black like most of the reviews here say . it is much lighter than expected and much lighter than beers like bcs or abyss or ten fidy . small brown head that rings around the glass after quickly fading into nothingness . amber edges again not motor oil black . decent looking all around nothing too special though especially not for an ris . this is one of the best smelling beers ive tried . huge alcohol presence with hints of chocolate molassess and sweet plums . one of the most complex smelling beers . now for the taste . oh no . disappointment . weird . there s not much to it besides an even sweetness all the way through until the finish which leaves an unpleasant burnt bitterness that keeps you drinking only so as not to have to bear the aftertaste . among the flavors present are burnt sweet fruits and alcohol though not overly so all the way through . none of what was expected from the smell made it into the flavor with the exception of alcohol and fruit dried up rotten fruit that has been put to a flame . i never thought i would say this about an imperial stout because i d heard so many people say it who were n t into craft beer when i would give them a taste the beer is salty and resembles soy sauce especially in the finish which amounts to burnt bitter soy sauce . i am utterly at a loss right now . my head is spinning and i dont know what is happening . ive just tried dark lord and not enjoyed it . what a shame what a shame . for an ris mouthfeel is surprisingly light and makes me wonder whether the motor oil reviewers have ever tried the true motor oil imperial stouts mentioned above nd paragraph . drinkability amounts to i would only want to try another vintage so as to compare it to this one just in case i happened to have gotten a bad bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at the austin ginger man . it was a hazy light orange yellow color with a thin and spotty head to it . it left some moderate lacing as i drank it as well . a very nice looking beer for the style . the aroma had a sweet wheat flavor along with banana lemony citrus and a moderate clove spiciness . very flavorful and well rounded hefewiezen aroma . i get lots of clove flavor throughout the beer . lemony citrus and a nice banana flavor come through as well as a sweeter wheat malt flavor . good but the clove flavor was a bit too overdone . mine came served with a lemon the side . i drank half and made the notes above and then added the lemon . the lemon really softened the strong clove flavor i got without it and helped some of the bubblegum and citrus flavors stand out more . i m not sure how the brewer intended it to be served but given where i had it i ll trust the way it was served . the mouthfeel is light with above avg carbonation . drinkability is good the clove was a little overpowering at first but it mellowed the more i drank . otherwise it was a nicely flavored and easy drinking beer .,aroma,1.0,1
mild aroma in a black body with an energetic head of light brown fine bubbles . near the top of the head below the beer line a continuous flow of small bubbles can be observed . no carbonation in the taste and very smooth for a stout . some coffee flavor but it is not overwhelming . clinging vine lace adorns the side of the glass . it is a very nice smooth stout that i found myself liking more and more after each taste .,aroma,0.6,1
pours brown with a ruby red body in the light . topped by an oversized fizzy foamy off white head . good lacing . heaps of coco in the nose . roasted malt on the tongue but the taste is surprising fleeting . it s there and gone like the flick of a switch . mouthfeel is smooth but not thick . very drinkable . no sense of alcohol . my overall impression is of a brown porter . not a bad beer but one that could get overlooked in the holiday madness . good with dinner or by itself but not a sipping in front of the fire watching the snow fall winter seasonal .,aroma,0.9,1
enjoyed in a pint glass from the tap a pours a dark golden color that is not translucent . pours with a slight head that leaves nice lacing when it disappears . s nice balance of malts and hops . smells of sweet caramel malts and piney citrusy hops . t the taste mimics the scent . taste is fairly consistent throughout . sweet roasty caramel malts combine with piney citrusy hops are a great balance . m very light in body but expected for the style . the combination of malts and hops addresses the majority of the palate to keep it engaged throughout the sipping experience . overall i ve loved this beer since the first time i had it . this is the first time from the tap and my opinion remains the same . i feel that the malts are more obvious from the tap . very good balance well . brewed .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance is very pale yellow very clear very small amount of yeast in the bottom of the bottle . head is ok not as good as some hoppy bears which benefit from all the hops causing excellent head retention . aroma is of a complex mix of hops . i was excited when i smelled it . very piney and resinous most likely some simcoe hops and some noble ones in here . taste is where things go quickly downhill . i would very accurately describe this as spotted cow with hops . i said this an my drinking partner immediately agreed . it has a slight aftertaste similar to spotted cow . not a lot of malt flavor and very thin tasting . there is little to no apparent malt flavor except for a slight corn like aftertaste . the mouthfeel is very thin almost watery . overall i am not impressed . i enjoy many ng beers and was excited to see hop hearty going away and being improved upon but now i want hop hearty back immediately . my theory would be that ng decided they wanted to make a pale ale for the masses and this could be it . however two hearted is an excellent example of a widely accepted ipa even among non craft beer drinkers . if you like spotted cow on hops this is your beer .,aroma,0.8,1
good sweet and roast aroma however aggressive coffee acidic taste and sourish aftertaste . astringent . mid sip touch of smoke . thin medium mouthfeel for a porter yet unpleasant tingle. moderate carbonation . doug shoemaker party thanks to whoever supplied it .,aroma,0.9,1
my first oatmeal stout . it poured dark and thick as hell didnt notice the smell didnt know what to expect tastewise but hoping for the best . i was greatly disappointed . compared to so many other dark beers its just so . bland . in fact it lives up to its name it tastes like it was made out of plain oats . nothing was standout bad or anything it just lacked the rich flavors and complexity of say a good dopplebock . i just dont see the advantage of drinking this one when theres so many more flavorful beers out there . again theres nothing standout bad about it if this is your thing im sure its a good one but for me it was just extremely plain tasting .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance clear light amber in color with a head that disappates immediately . no lacing develops . smell no discernable aroma at all . taste mild malt profile with caramel hints of grass and a touch of grapefruit . little bitterness at all . dull and unexciting beer . mouthfeel crisp from start to finish . almost a clean aftertaste . lighter side of a medium bodied beer . drinkability overall i found this a boring beer that i had a hard time finishing the pint . not worth trying .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a golden amber colour with lovely dense creamy head and nice clingy lace . slow bead . bit paler than i d expect but nice . smells of diacetyl . too sweet with crme anglaise butterscotch and vanilla beans . hint of spice but conspicuously lacking hops . disappointing things gone wrong here i feel . taste is experiencing similar issues although hops are more noticeable . front is all sweet with undercooked bread dough butter and cloves . switches joltingly to bitter without much progression resinous and phenolic hops with a coppery metallic edge a touch of aloe vera and pine wood . off balance and bitter without any cleansing or refreshing hop notes . smooth mouthfeel bit sticky really . without those hops some fizz would be appreciated . yeah a disappointment . this is the sort of thing that could put people off hoppy beers when they ve lost control a bit .,aroma,0.4,0
a copper clear and plenty of head retention . s adjuncts t adjunts . corn sugar rice etc . but the after taste is nice and fruity with a hint of caramel . mf not bad goes down smooth . low to moderate carbonation . d a perfect session ale that has a nice abv to it . if i had to drink a sub par beer this one would fit the bill .,aroma,0.4,0
this is the classic go to beer . sure its cheap and a macro but this is still decent stuff . it s perfect for really warm days sitting on the beach or when just looking to relive one of those college nights trying to drink all the beer in the world . pbr me .,aroma,0.4,0
had on tap at the cheeky monk on colfax . a pitch black and syrupy . nice hint at head lacing on it . s peaty peaty peaty . possibly peatier than the legendary octomore . slight hint of oak back but peat dominates the nose entirely . t first taste blast of peat overwhelms the palate nose pores everything . oak and lesser smokiness behind the peat . boy do i love peat . problem ca n t finish a serving . oz is more than enough oz . was far too much . tried to man up and failed . f syrupy and sweet to the tongue . lucious and rich . d overall this is a great beer serving size needs to be considered . it occurs to me that my favorite scotches would need revaluation if i were challenged with oz at a time . still lots of style points for bold i tude alone here . hats off to you avery as usual .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to daniloknezic for going out of his way to find a fresh batch of this for me . . bottled and drank . a bright golden honey color . crisp and clear . nice foamy finger head that dissipates very slowly and never completely subsides . a pleasant cloudy cushy head will remain for minutes . nice clinging lace . s hops hops hops pineapple pine and citrus . and all very fresh . smells like being in the woods and breathing in a fresh brisk spring air in the morning after it s been raining . t very unique hoppiness . it almost bites . like you re eating a handful of hops and there are some pine needles hidden in there that prick your mouth . a little faint sweetness . not as complex in the mouth as it is in the nose though . m medium bodied . grabs on to the inside of your mouth and leaves a bitter coating that remains for several minutes . o great beer . i m not normally a fan of hoppy beers but this is so well made that you ca n t help but enjoy it .,aroma,1.0,1
first a necessary caveat i was offered this for free as part of the motel s promotional program while i was staying . it s not like i had a choice i was bored . pour is a light light transparent gold with a small white head . no aroma at all except that a swirl reconstitutes the head with a light corny smell . taste is not horrible . very light pale malt a little corn a little sweet . no hop flavor at all moderately refreshing for about half a glass but nearly intolerable if it gets warm to any degree . overall a very neutral flavor . mouthfeel is very thin watery but the tap serving is soft crisp and fizzy . perfect for what it is i guess but i ll pass .,aroma,0.2,0
a it pours a bizarre syrupy and viscous brew cloudy with a small patch of bubbles and ancient looking yeast floaties . intriguing . s the aroma is hugely malty with vinous notes and impressions of sherry toffee malt vinegar prune cherry almond amaretto and plum . it is astoundingly complex . t it tastes like a better than average barleywine but not by much . especially considering the hype . the notes of oxidation are fairly evident and the malt is almost a tangy sweet sour . the complexity found in the nose is not readily apparent in the gustatory sense . the beer was disgustingly cloying when it was first brewed and somehow years is not enough to really chill out the malty sweetness . i think it is more of a curiosity taste wise than a serious brew . in other words while good i find this beer to be a bit of a gimmick . how old can a beer get . but i am definitely glad to try this nineteen year old brew . it is the oldest brew i ve had i think . m this beer was still somewhat carbonated surprisingly . the feel is slick and thick and viscous . d a mixed bag full of lore and hype looks intriguing smells wildly complex tastes like an old abused barleywine .,aroma,1.0,1
pour oz can bought for . into pint glass . pour causes large white head over clear effervescent golden body . head retention is excellent . nose bitter yet light aroma with some adjunct character . alcohol is very present in the nose adding a sharp annoying tinge . notes of hay corn and sunflower seed . mouth alcohol continues to be present in the flavor as well as the aromatic notes of hay corn and nail polish remover . carbonation pretty much gone after sitting for five minutes in the glass . overall promising appearance in the glass is let down by harsh off putting astringent characteristics .,aroma,0.7,1
i was sold by the label and the employee of the international food marked . he noticed my wide eyed rampage through the many beers i have not tried . a . different slight head quickly dissolving . color like a cran grapefruit juice . s. shocking it was different and compelling . rasberries and vinegar . i thought that at first the bottle was bad . overall it made me want to try it t. bold and mouth puckering . never had a lambic not sure i will try another . m. harsh and carbonated d. trying to force it down,aroma,0.8,1
orval appreciation day . ommegang anniversary glass . bottled on . hiding in the basement since late september . glass fills with suds on my first attempt . stiff cream peaks orange amber body . successfully decanted . patchy lace . smell is first off intense bitter melon rind grapefruit zest . then soured sauvignon blanc straw . touch of sulfur . lemon lime acidity . peppery yeast . carbonation is light almost microbeaded . taste is grassy just barely soured . very dry mild acidic hops upfront . medicinal plastic y lacking the ripe fruit flavors i get in fresh or exceedingly old bottles . just a lot of acid . alcohol is too big . saltine cottonmouth finish . this one took a bad turn . usually one of my favorites . destined to be reviewed again .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance amber good clarity sparse head formation aroma lush bready maltiness caramel toast lightly fruity flavor even maltiness with a toasty edge and slight acidity artichoke hop flavor hint of citrus finishes dryish with a malty caramelly aftertaste laced with a minute hop bitterness mouthfeel medium body gentle carbonation soft texture,aroma,0.8,1
when poured riverdriver does n t yield the opaque black liquid that some others do but rather a dark brown that has a reddish glow to it because light is getting through i assume . decent head overall a nice looking beer . hazelnut coffee dominate the nose but there are roasted malt faint hop scents in there too . smells like what it says it is . so far so good . nope . not doing it for me . this seems like a stab at the sweet style porter that anchor who does a far superior job with it makes but instead falls flat on its face . the tastes are clumsily packed in there like they had bottles of flavoring just poured them in as if on a check list coffee . check . roasted malt . check . hazelnut . oh sh t . i dropped the whole godamned bottle in . too syrupy in consistency for me after not digging the taste i could n t see myself having more than one . in fact i could n t see myself having another one period .,aroma,0.8,1
does n t look red by any stretch of the imagination to me . more like a murky golden color . champ of a head though left lots of lacing and it s still around after almost an hour . smells like dirt and honey . rather gross really from start to finish . the taste is still dirty but in a toasted cheap malt kind of way rather than actual soil . also has a fruity tone a bit of light flower and a sweet taste on the back end . the mouthfeel is thin bodied but thanks to the long lasting head also smooth and creamy too . too dirty smelling and tasting to have more than one or two ever unless it was all that i had .,aroma,0.4,0
enjoyed in a snifter a pours a deep amber color that is entirely clear with a finger of mocha colored head that us very fine in character and lingers beautifully leaves a good amount of lacing s licorice and resinous woody notes lick a fresh cut piece of dark wood like elm not exactly what i had hoped for for the style t smooth and deep in the beginning then moves into a nice period of cherries which lingers on the palate beautifully m medium carbonation thin on the palate then finishes a little bit dry but nice o a nice brew scent wasnt where i was expecting it to be but everything else was pretty much in line,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into pint glass . a pours a slightly cloudy golden brown color with nice thick white head . reduces to finger head and leaves light lacing . s lemony hops and a touch of malt . t taste is pretty good . hops give off a big lemon flavor lots of citrus . not too much malt up front but definitely some sweetness at the back end . m d not a whole lot of carbonation goes down smooth . no real alcohol presence . all around a very nice beer .,aroma,0.6,1
sampled on vintage pours a very fizzy deep red brown color with an immense head that crackles and pops for a long time . smell is extremely fruity and surprisingly sour extremely complex and enjoyable . aromas of apple juice dark fruits and a little olive . taste is very different . sugary at first roasted and malty in the middle and fruity with sharp bitterness at the end . almost sour but not overly belgian . mouthfeel is way too carbonated and detracts slightly from the experience . drinkability is good too bad there s so much carbonation . overall a very good beer and definitely worth getting if you can .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear orange brown big off white head sticky lace all over the glass . smell is citrus bread some grains sharp iron aroma and pineapple . taste is malty and citrusy at first some floral iron and light bitterness . mouthfeel is light bodied low carbonation watery and unpleasant . i have n t really found an english ale i like much evidently because of the water .,aroma,0.8,1
brewed on bottled oct. you should find a begin of wine porto taste . enjoy it . with these words on the neck i had my hopes up . there was virtually zero pressure within the crown cap plus cork closure and when the beer was poured it appeared flat yet still posessing viscosity . the slightest haze of gas graduated upward through the bright orange liquid to disappear once arriving on top . the aromas are divine brandied sour apples an array of raw and roasted nuts oranges vanilla and pepper . on the palate it was metallic and struggled to deliver the promise of the nose . still bright sweet green strawberry and caramel curled in and out of the perfectly flat liquid . apparently this beer was not out of date as there have been many other reviews this year for examples this old . i do believe that my sample did n t hold a perfect seal since it was bottled . a shame .,aroma,0.9,1
drunk out of the bottle which had been chilled it s new years i m not feeling like much of a connoisseur i bought the beer from a local whole foods supermarket along with an oatmeal stout that i decided to save for later after abandoning my plans to get more than slightly buzzed . i did not actually pour the beer out of the bottle so i only can comment on its look by interpreting what i see through the lens of brown glass . the beer is a golden color very clear with a large white foamy head about an inch thick that remains indefinitely . the smell is the only thing i did n t particularly like on this ale the overt hoppiness of the beer gave the smell a slightly harsh metallic odor though it was appealing as it had hints of grapefruit and other such things . the taste is similar to the smell being dominated by the hops . the taste is rather complex with about three distinct stages in my mind . the first stage consists of when the beer hits your mouth giving you that instant hops taste with the associated notes . when you swallow you hit the second stage which is the bitterness of the hops wafting up to your olfactory sensors . finally there is the aftertaste which is slightly bitter with citrus notes . mouthfeel is exceptional feeling much heavier than water with the requisite sudsy carbonation pressing pleasingly against the walls of the mouth . the drinkability especially for this type of beer is superb . the relatively high alcohol content of by volume should not dissuade any beer drinker from enjoying this fine ale as the hops negates any alcoholic taste . this beer was enjoyed alone though it would probably go better with dinner this ale truly commands the drinker s respect . the only thing that would keep me from buying this on a regular basis is the price tag which would be comparable to a light cigarette habit if i drank it frequently . nonetheless this is a fine beer that i suggest every person who appreciates fine beer to at least try .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance really deep ruddy brown when held up to the light but against a black backdrop it looks almost like a stout . one finger of head that dissipates after about a minute with minimal lacing . aroma great . really bright floral hops up front so much so that i was a bit surprised with a strong malt back . sweeter malt tones more sugarcane than biscuit i d say . taste very nice strong sweet malt up front that fades to alcohol warming but comes back in a lingering finish at the very end maybe seconds after taking a sip . my problem here is that it s all at the very beginning and the very end the middle and most of the finish are dominated by alcohol warmth . while i smell the hops florality is that a word . i just really did n t want to have to say floweriness it is mostly obscured by the alcohol . maybe of the sips i took had a hint of hops in the finish but not most . mouthfeel i was a bit surprised by this beer s mouthfeel . i was expecting a bit more robust chewy smooth and heady beer but the carbonation is a bit more aggressive and the fullness just is n t there . nearing the end i enjoyed it better but i m not sure that lettng a beer lose some of it s carbonation for a good mouthfeel is ideal drinkability not drinkable at all . or rather not sessionable at all . my roommate and i tried this at the same time on a sunday afternoon it took us both about an hour to finish oz and he immediately took a nap afterward . you can order this one to avoid buying a second drink at the pub but that s really the only virtue here . verdict if you re a fan of barley wines it s worth trying actually maybe even if you are n t a fan it s worth trying as i d say this is though not out of this world a good intro to the style . i would n t say it s the best of this style that i ve ever had but it s not bad and to be fair it is a bit green and might be better with a year or two of age on it .,aroma,0.9,1
my first lost abby from the bottle poured vigorously still little carbonation . dark ruby hued mahogany body . aroma held very much of the brandy barrel aging . cherries vanilla and some very tart notes as well . tart cherries oak and vanilla mix nicely in the flavor good caramel malt sweet backbone . amazingly complex and flavorful . really great beer is grounded due to complete lack of carbonation . horrible mouthfeel almost makes me want to drainpour this beer but the flavors are just so spot on i ca n t bring myself to do it . great attempt at something that really could have been special but just falls oh so short .,aroma,0.9,1
tried this at the acbf and thought it was great . picked up a bottle at capone s and thought i d give it a real try and a review . appearance pours a pretty pitch shade of black with a very small amount of patchy brown head . nothing to write home about but not particularly bad looking either . smell lots of bitter coffee up front followed closely in second by dark chocolate . smells like a bar of dark chocolate infused with espresso beans not particularly surprising either given the blend of this beer . a very appetizing combination that reminded me very much of what i remembered about the flavor profile from the festival . taste not gon na lie a bit of a letdown from my first impressions . bitter coffee flavors overpower much of the dark chocolate that was present in the nose leaving it only as a afterthought for me as the beer goes down the hatch along with some biting alcohol aftertaste . a much harsher and one sided blend of the two main flavors than i initially remembered from the festival . is it possible that this would vary bottle to bottle or that this was a different batch . not terrible by any means but ended up tasting more like a weakened jahva rather than the smoother mixture that i remembered . mouthfeel drinkability mouthfeel is pretty solid on this beer and it is thick and chewy though quite sticky . very much a dessert mouthfeel . drinkability was not great for me as i found the flavor mixtures too harsh to drink a lot of this along with the fact that it is a heavy sweet dessert beer . glad my lady friend was around to split the bomber with . overall not bad but a letdown from my first experience with the beer . found this to come across as a fairly harsh blend the second time through and would prefer to have either the jahva or the choklat instead on its own as a result .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle with no freshness date and some sediment on the bottom served chilled in a weizen glass . it pours a translucent maroon with a finger tan head that is creamy and leaves some lacing . overall it s pretty dark almost like soda and it s not as cloudy as i d like . the aroma is quite nice banana bubblegum wheat chocolate coffee and maybe some citric hops . it s medium to light on the palate with a pretty high carbonation that is smooth but maybe a little thin and on top of this are flavors of roasted toasty malts tangy wheat chocolate and coffee with a short finish . overall a pretty good attempt but i think it needs a thicker body and some more yeast to rouse and pour into the glass .,aroma,0.9,1
reviewing bell s java stout and expedition stout together brother vs. brother . may the manliest man win . the java stout is as badass black as the expedition but it has a substantial tawny head to contrast . smells fucking amazing . this is the best smelling beer i ve ever had . it smells like exotic spiced fresh roasted coffee like you re standing in trendy east side coffee shop . a true five . tastes like . coffee . really good but not quite on the same transcendent level as the nose . mouthfeel is creamy and awesome . wow . i love this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle from brewery ommegang in cooperstown ny a pours a dark mahogany red almost maroon to brown in colour the inital white head is good and retentive but later on the second pour the head is a little fizzy so i had to drop it down a notch but overall i liked it . s very complex and aromatic dark fruits like figs and raisins some dark sugar is there as well with a bit of port wine and grapes . t taste is of a medicinal dark fruity brew . very complex though the flavour did n t really come through until the beer was at about degrees so serve this one a little warmer than usual . definitely one of the most phenolic brews i have ever had . m the high carbonation from the bottle conditioning gets in the way in the beginning but after a while in the middle it reveals a medium bodied thick brew . d good for an ale of its strength the only downside was that the carbonation sort of knocked out the flavour in the beginning so my recommendation would be let this one sit a while to let it open up .,aroma,0.9,1
okay i may have to re review this due to the fact that i had a great dipa prior . poured into a pint glass from a bottle as pictured . a nice copper golden color . clear with a fairly decent fine white head that falls quickly to a thin film with moderate lacing . s wow . not so great . i m almost afraid to taste due to the slightly spoiled spelling grain that is prominent on the nose . the smell is n t nearly as impressive as the looks . the beer has almost a metallic spoiled earthy grain aroma . some slight maltiness . t m the taste is same as the nose . slightly better due to the malty smoothness . almost no hops . slight citrus and lots of earthiness not sure if it is hops or grains but probably grains . smooth mouthfeel but the overall flavor is lacking tons . fairly thin with only a solid malt backbone . i only bought this because the rep was hanging out next to a stack of six packs touting its quality and a free pint glass that had a nice cool double print of their emblem . the beer is really as bad or worse than the special brews that magic hat try to pawn off as original . very scary . not so sure that i ll be trying this again unless it is on tap fresh and i can taste before putting down some coin .,aroma,0.2,0
oz bottle . best by date rubbed off on neck . really neat painted art on the bottle . pours a clear sparkly gold . a white head rears back but coats the glass . smell is floral and herbal and hoppy nicely unexpected from a beefy helles . taste quickly morphs into the nutty bitter and slightly pungent bock character . finishes straight boozy although this might be exaggerated by the inherent feel of the doppelbock . very big contrast smell to taste imo . a unique offering i m pleased once again with the experimentation of abita .,aroma,0.9,1
guinness in a bottle is like cheese cake in a squeeze tube its still good but just make you want the real thing . no aroma . for as cold as it is it actually still has a lot of flavor . the design of the bottle is nice so i guess it gets some appearance points for that . tastes like guinness i guess . ok in a pinch but dont give up the nitro tap .,aroma,0.4,0
marshall wharf brewing company big twitch filled tasted oz . growler poured into a cervoise goblet . appearance growler opens with a hiss lightly hazed golden amber beer fills my glass all in one fluid motion if you can believe it . topped with a big meringue like eggshell white head . ever so slight haze in this beer . the head dies down into a cap . odor rich citric aroma tangerine slightly lemony floral backbone some red fruit in there as well pleasant and mellow . consistency big carbonation too much for my taste at least it is straddling the line between gentle and tingly no doubt that it gets in the way of the flavor a bit . flavor complete as far as hop flavor goes some of the citrus is there as expected from the flavor with a complimentary dose of bitter pine needle flavor which lingers long into the finish . alcohol throws some fruity character into the mix malt whispers with a bit of sweetness that is overbalanced by bitterness . not bad could use some refinement but i really like the direction in which the hop character is leaning .,aroma,0.9,1
probably the sweetest ipa i ve run across . aroma of candy and berries . nicely hopped with clear strawberry and other berry notes . well moderated bittering at the finish . good for one bottle but too sweet for more than that at a sitting .,aroma,1.0,1
a copper rust brown red body . kind of sweet tea colored . tan lingering head with moderate looking carbonation . s mildly sweet but kind of faint . wine like smell . the alcohol is apparent . t sour up front with sweet dark cherries . slight spices and the alcohol comes through heavily . heavily roasted malt and some fruity hops come out . yeasty . m heavy and warming . a cold day kind of body . just enough carbonation to stay interesting . o a great beer for sure . it s unique and unbalanced . different from any other quad i ve ever had . but quads are all pretty different .,aroma,0.6,1
received in a trade with tumpster thanks . pours a golden marzen color with a healthy white head and healthy lacing . smell of german hops roasted malts toffee light spices taste is very nice with a healthy dosing of roasted malts a light spiciness and a marzen yeast that brings more earthy grain malt qualities out . overall this is really good stuff for a marzen . smoother than probably any that i have had and can compare to this . extremely drinkable and glad to have a few more waiting . next stop germany for a comparison .,aroma,0.6,1
clear presumably black pour with no head aside from a sparse ring around the edge . strong nose is dominated by the scent of roasted malt . cherry notes can be detected though i m not sure i would know they were there if this were n t a cherry stout . any doubt regarding the cherries is erased by the first sip which begins with a rush of sour cherry flavor that only partly gives way eventually to the roasted tones that dominate this beer s nose . i m a big fan of both cherries and stouts but the former is too dominant in this brew . a pretty good mouthfeel and decent drinkability though the cherry flavor sticks around long than i would like .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle into a new belgium globe glass . pours a cloudy golden color with a fair amount of white foamy head . very nice presentation appearance is right on par for the style . there is alot going on with the aroma here . fruity sweetness and spices wrestle for dominance . once you get past the initial dominant smells you get some floral notes a bit of banana and the obvious scent of alcohol that a beer is bound to have . like the smell the flavors of citrus fruits are at the forefront with the clovey spiciness coming in right behind . the alcohol is definately present but not dominant . a very nice balance . it finishes a little sticky but is very good . it is just dry enough to keep inviting me back for another sip . i could see drinking a few of these and finding the well balanced sneaking up on me . overall a really good beer and definately a good example of the style . unfortunately i found myself wishing it were a little bigger or that it had more of something . i truly enjoyed it i wonder if my ever so slight disappointment is due to the hype that i have been hearing for so long about this beer perhaps my expectations were too high . i am looking forward to trying another one . without the unrealistic expectations,aroma,1.0,1
ok based on its label and from the sounds of it you d think you d be in for a unique one of a kind beer . well . you d be wrong . this beer is pretty bad . the taste is horrendous it leaves a bitter taste in your mouth and honestly you could never chug one of these . these oz beers are so bitter it takes me upwards of up to minutes to drink one beer . also buffalo bill s seasonal pumpkin ale is just as bad .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle poured into pint glass . fizzy yellow beer or well something close to yellow . extremely clear body . one and a half finger bone white head fades very quickly ever so slight ring left around the top . i suppose for the style this does n t look too bad . straight up skunk and chlorinated water . if there is anything else going on here it simply can not compete with these two overpowering aromas . sweet grainy flavor . i literally can not taste anything beyond this . i will admit the first half of the taste i am distracted by the awful aroma odor . of this beer by the time is fades there is nothing but sweet grain . light and crisp . lively carbonation semi dry finish . man this was interesting . um i am at a loss for words . i think this is one you drink from a bottle anything to help contain the smell . not for my the bottle was about . ounces too much .,aroma,0.2,0
i have had this beer numerous times on tap but never in a bottle until this past weekend . oddly enough i think i like it out of the bottle better . a pours a nice copper color with a white head s smells slightly hoppy with citrus undertones t very much a citrus taste with slight clove undertones . just the perfect amount of hoppiness m medium body and not over carbonated d very drinkable . not necessarily a session beer but i can definitely drink or of these in one sitting .,aroma,0.6,1
poured out a deeper shade of copper . smell was big on the roasted barley . very smoky and peaty . a touch on the sweet side . taste was good . lots of malts start off and linger into the end . barley and roasted flavors show up from time to time . smoke makes it s presence felt . let the beer warm up and some juicy hops show up . makes a good balancing effect . mouthfeel was light to medium and thought it was a tad watery but not all that bad . overall it s a good beer .,aroma,0.9,1
i like a hoppy beer but i found this a bit unbalanced . has a great head and smell . goes great with spaghetti .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a bottle into imperial pint glass . pours pitch black with the slightest hint of brown near the edges . thick one inch rusty brown colored head sits matter of factly on top and wont go away . i smell chocolate and coffee and malt and even some hops . taste is of dark chocolate coffee and there are definitely some hops in there . quite unusual for this style but not so much that it makes it bad just enough so that you know its there . actually its a nice suprise for a hop head like myself . feels very smooth in the mouth with a fair amount of carbonation . finishes dry with a roasted coffee and caramel and hoppy aftertaste . very impressive beer and pleasantly surpised by the amount of hops . very nice and somewhat unique representation of the style . i think i ll have another . cheers . .,aroma,0.6,1
i absolutely love this beer . just drank for the fist time and i would like to continue to do such forever . i am a huge fane of white ales and was not disappointed . it has a lovely white ale flavor . not too bitter . superb . i cant wait to try more from this brand,aroma,0.7,1
pours a pale yellow with a decent white head . head drops fast very fast almost like soda . smell isvery light hops light malt and bugger all else zip nada zilch . taste is much better with a sour tart theme peach malt and a hint of hops . dry with a sour peach aftertaste that fades to cardboard . it was good for something different but i only wanted one .,aroma,0.4,0
pours orange gold . small head dissipated fast . low level of carbonation which leans it toward the english style of pale ale . smells flowery with earthy tones and a hint of caramel . taste slightly sweet and very floral.slight maltiness and sweetness then finishes floral again . mouthfeel a bit on the thin side . overall i liked this beer . nice and drinkable . i picked it up at the brewery in morrisville after a tour by a nice and knowledgable young lady .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance brown red finger of head which reduced . smell like other little creatures ales the hops really hit you as soon as you sniff it . passionfruit with a fair bit of malty sweetness . taste caramel like malt flavours with the expected hoppy touch . mouthfeel a little thin good carbonation level . drinkability low abv makes this pretty sessionable . overall not my favourite little creatures beer but it proves that australian breweries can make good midstrength beers .,aroma,0.9,1
a straw clear and pale nice bubbly head with lots of retention and head . one a side note how do you properly pour a beer out of a growler . i ca n t tip the glass with one hand and hold the heavy growler with the other . hence the abundant head on the beer above . s mild in smell . grainy malty beer smell pretty common smelling . t mild and smooth . grainy malt flavor with a maybe a hint of grape like rolling rock but better . a nice slight bitter aftertaste . ca n t taste anything specific on the hops but there is a nice touch of bitter . m medium body and smooth . nicer than a macro . some mild carbonation . d very very drinkable . excellent session beer with a little more to it than a macro . overall impression a step back in complexity and bitterness from phin and matt s this is a fine session ale that i d love to see grow in the area i d love to see this become the common beer of chautauqua county . there s nothing too bold here and i think any macro drinker could switch to this without noticing . at the same time beer heads have something to love here with some small complexities in a drinkable session beer that is well crafted as we ve come to expect from southern tier .,aroma,0.4,0
drank from a . fl . oz ml bottle purchased at julio s liquors westboro ma poured a translucent murky brown with a touch of crimson . the frothy light tan one finger head faded to a clingy film of lace that lasted throughout the drink . the aroma was subdued initially but came out more as the beer warmed . rich toasted malts belgian yeast and belgian candi sugar were apparent . a spicy cinnamon and allspice herbal quality was also quite noticeable along with a distinct rumminess . as the beer continued to warm the alcohol became pervasive . the taste was somewhat thin and rather sharp . toasted malts were noticeable up front with spices coming in mid palate . the finish was spicy and rather hot for a mere . abv . a slightly herbal medicinal hoppiness was detectable as well . the mouthfeel was one of the worst i have ever experienced . this beer was so over carbonated that it felt like an airy prickly mass on my tongue . even as the beer sat it never settled down . overall this beer was a disappointment especially when compared to the . in its defense however i may be scoring the taste too low simply because the carbonation did not give the liquid sufficient time to settle on my palate .,aroma,0.8,1
this is my first review . it seemed fitting to choose a new local offering . appearance is very nice . poured into a snifter very slowly . the beer quickly formed a one finger head . the color is somewhere between straw and light amber . lots of lacing . when i finished the beer there was still a thin head left . smells of belgian yeast honey and faint citrus notes . a very strong and pleasant aroma . tastes light honey sweetness and clove up front with perhaps a bit of orange zest fading to bready malts with trace hop bitter finish . notes of clove as well . very small amount of alcohol warmth as the beer warmed up amazingly small considering the abv . mouthfeel is medium bodied very smooth with light carbonation . this beer is very drinkable . i found myself wanting the next sip even more than the last . ca n t wait to pick up another bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to marcpal for the oz . bottle . was n t a trade he s just a really good guy . poured into a pint glass . this one pours out a dark dark shade of brown that would probably be identified as black at a cursory look . a rocky tan head sits atop leaving specks of lace down the side of the glass . the aroma is roasty with powerful espresso notes and a touch of charcoal . there is an almost harsh quality to the roasted barley that quickly grabs your attention . coffee grounds and baker s chocolate . i was disappointed by the mouthfeel . a bit watery and overly carbonated . the body did n t correspond to the flavor in any way . this is a good beer but it could use a little work . there are too many superb coffee stouts out there to bother with this one in it s current form .,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle a pours a cloudy light orange really light fizzy head for a hefe not impressive . s bubblegum cherry pineapple . t honeydew melon cantaloupe banana yeast chalk and citric type acid form the mix of the main flavours . strawberry makes an interesting appearance mid palate . a unique tasting hefe for sure . m tangy mildly acidic light bodied fizzy needs more body in the style . d great label that caught my eye . in the end a unique but middle of the road hefe that is n t as good as it s less pricey contemporaries .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle poured into a wine glass a murky amberish orange with a thin white head . no lacing as you drink but a good retention on the head . s exactly as advertised pizza . tomato oregano basil pizza dough the whole nine yards . like sticking your nose in a fresh pizza . i swear i smell green olives . t tomato pepperoni garlic olives dough even kind of salty . liquid pizza . and like the last reviewer said background of pils type malt and wheat . definitely not like any beer i have ever had before . m little carbonation . rather laight not unlike a pils or lager . but not too weak . d let s face it you re going to get this for the same reason i got it novelty . drinkability does n t really play into it . but it is what is is advertised as pizza beer . if you like fresh pizza you re probably going to find this drinkable . even if it is a bit unusual tasting for a beer . not bad at all . i could see myself drinking another one of these or two .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance gold in color white head . obviously a light beer due to its transparency . taste not a bitter beer some sweetness in the aftertaste . mouthfeel feels like water no real volume to the beer drinkability superb drinking this fast or slow is easy as anything overall i enjoy this beer while it is not the best tasting when comparing it to other similarly priced beers it excels . bang for buck this is my light beer of choice . especially if you are in college and tired of natty or milwaukee s best or keystone this is your saving grace .,aroma,0.6,1
pours crystal clear with minimal whirte head after an aggro pour . smells of . .nothing tastes pretty darn good for shit beer . little bit of sweetness and a mildly bitter hop middle and finish . if i have to slum it this is it . mouthfeel is pretty close to water . i could drink a half rack and walk home . my friends made me drink this . i m sorry .,aroma,0.3,0
a poured into lefthand pint glass orange tan haze with a small bubbled creamy white head s fruity malty sweetness with a hint a bannans t very tart up front followed by little hint of malt and banannas that leaves little drying bitterness m nice ok body not to thin or thick goes down easy nice carbination when served extra cold d great summer beer when its really hot and your not doing anything,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark brown color with a medium head that fades quickly . smells like an earthy nut bread with a hint of creamy coffee . taste does n t live up the aroma . i ca n t really distinguish any nutty flavor mostly just coffee and a little bit of chocolate . it then proceeds to get quite tart and a little vinegary . mouthfeel is too carbonated and very thin . i m also getting a alum coating on my teeth and mouth . its similar to the feeling you d get if you bite into a banana peel . i think this beer went bad on the shelf . it was picked up at a store that ba s have warned has dusty bottles and they re not refridgerated . i hate to rate this beer too low because of this . i ll have to come to edit this beer if i come across it again . but as it stands i could barely finish this glass . it got worse as i got to the bottom .,aroma,0.8,1
tasted this last night at a franchise italian resatraunt the two local beers were this and a moretti . pours like a macro brew . head dissapates quickly . straw colored . did n t smell much like anything but a macro . at this point i was getting dissapointed that i had just ordered a macro . sigh . this is no macro . very smooth crisp flavor . i really like how smooth this beer is . i could easily drink another one . it would be a great heat of the day beer . i would drink this one again . and again . and again .,aroma,0.4,0
pour is a burnt gold or darkish amber with a foamy white head but the aroma takes over immediately . smell reminds of an american barley wine . very rich and malty with tons of hops it could pass for sn s bigfoot . taste incorporates all of that and a smokiness . the brett adds a little bit of funk but no sour notes . drinks like a mix between a british barleywine and a belgian pale ale . unique brew to be sought out .,aroma,0.9,1
had it third after the and a dark brown and a thin head that dissipates rather fast . s great smell . dark fruits such as raisins and plums maybe . t rich malty taste up front . fruits very noticeable . nice lingering sweetness . m quite a bit of carbonation . o good over all . just need to swirl it around a bit to release a little air .,aroma,1.0,1
really felt the need to review this beer as i was surprised by this solid offering from saranac . their high peaks line is quite good but everything else to me has been quite average . this irish stout surprised me in all regards . the color is pitch black with only a thin amount of head on top holding in a slight coffee nutty scent . the taste is of toasted barley and coffee and is balanced extremely well . the carbonation is barely there in the mouth as i like my stouts . what is truly great is the drinkability . the fourth beer is just as tasty as the first . what will put this above other stouts for me is the price . easily as good as other crafts that are more per six pack .,aroma,0.6,1
i must agree with radshoesbro . it s not alright . once i add the yeast i see a hazey and pale sunlight hue . very quick head with no foam or stickage . the aroma has some normal funky yeasty aromas but that mixed with feet cheese and mold are not a good combo . the taste starts with pilsnery malt then corn husk adjunct mixed with some nasty yeast flavors . not the brett that i m familiar with . then again no brett is the same . nonetheless . this beer is very hard to finish . the palate is funky musty and gritty . the aftertaste makes me think ofan adjunct lager brewed with brett . good carbonation though .,aroma,0.3,0
poured a nice deep reddish brown not much head but very bubbly . smells heavy of cherries very good smell . taste is just as heavy with the cherries . nice light tastes more like juice than beer but it s definitely a nice taste . very flavorful and a nice change of pace but i probably ca n t drink more than a glass at a time .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance black finger of beige head which reduced . smell strong and quite stout like . taste the high bitterness level seems quite odd paired with the mocha like flavour . mouthfeel very very smooth . it s hard to imagine anything being smoother than this beer . drinkability certainly not a session beer . overall quite unique but i d usually prefer a regular english porter .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a clear straw yellow with a small watery white head . lots of carbonation . a sort of grainy smell to this . malted corn or some such thing . a pretty straight forward aml . a slight caramelized corn flavor definitely a metallic after taste . light bodied watery bubbly . the beer while not great is pretty drinkable . i do n t mind slamming a few around the grill etc . i would never buy it but i would n t turn it down either .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a golden amber with a head that leaves some lacing as it goes down the glass . smell is of citrusy hops a bit of malt and some bitterness . smells delicious taste is some grassy hops up front lemon in particular a taste of alcohol and fading into hoppy bitterness . very bitter . did not deliver what the smell promised . mouthfeel is medium to medium heavy . a bit thicker than expected . drinkability is limited due to the bitterness . something about the taste of these hops i find undesireable as well . tyranena s website says they use cascade and amarillo .,aroma,0.9,1
visited the rehobeth brewings eats the day before the release of this beer . fortunately a waitress turned me on to outlet liquors down the road which had a couple cases of this stuff on sale early . i snagged three bottles . two will be consumed fresh and i have one in the cellar . pours the darkest black that i ve ever seen a beer pour . up to light it is still hard to find its thin amber edge . very thin head that quickly fades to island of lace . no lacing on the side of the glass . i guess this is due to the beers mead attributes . smell is mostly of common russian imperial stout characteristics like chocolate and coffee . when you taste this beer is when you really get that honey sweetness . combine with the russian imperial stout the honey takes on a whole new personality . this has to be one of the most unique tastes and experiences i ve gotten from a beer . i could n t be more pleased with how this beer turned out . i ve been awaiting its release for months and am happy to say it was worth the wait . the beer is lightly carbonated while resting on your palate and is almost activated when you prepare to swallow it . it comes alive for the journey down your throat and really brings out some bursts of flavors when it makes it way down . to say that this beer is drinkable for a ris is an understatement . it is never overbearing and constantly leaves me anticipating the next sip . overall i think my review is clear in my satisfaction . i love this beer . if i had one wish it would be that they decided to make it year round or as a seasonal . should i start the petition .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks again to jesse for sending me this beer . loved the first hoppin frog beer he sent so i m excited for this . pours opaque jet black . looks like the stout was enough to kill all the color of the ipa . head is off white large and frothy . great retention and good lacing too . the head looks like an ipa head which is cool . great looking beer . roasted oaty nose to start but tropical fruit does lurk in the background it is n t too strong though . wish there was more hoppiness in this as i expect a blend of styles in all categories from a blended beer like this . toasted malt is a bit nutty which helps offset the disappointing lack of hops . the nose as a whole though is very laid back and weak . phew thankfully taste has a lot more to offer . this is a very strongly flavored punch you in the mouth beer starts with some charred malt resiny hops ca n t say i ve had this kind of combination before . smoothy slightly acidic oatmeal comes in next along with a citrus burst which both go hand in hand . finish is a hoppy bitterness and a burnt flavor that just might be a little too strong . unique blend of tastes that i can appreciate if not love . mouthfeel is similarly an exercise in extremes . the oatmeal earthy character and acidity is really nice and goes well with citrusy hops in the middle but the excessive burnt flavors do n t combine great with the hoppy dry bitterness . body is smooth fluid and crisp at least . drinkability suffers due to the excess in everything but the beer is n t tough to down over time . this is a tough style to judge but this beer is probably a good representative of it .,aroma,0.4,0
there is a surprising bit of malt flavor . i was actually struck by the nice straw maltiness of the beer that made this not only drinkable but almost tasty . the color is extremely pale but the head has a great bit of fullness and retention which saves the appearance score . no hops as expected slightly citric nose . for a light lager this is good .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a pint glass a poured a slightly dark gold color gave a big fluffy white head however it didnt last long but left a few laces on the head s the smell was a light hops but had a slightly soapy smell that was a slight turnoff t a smooth light malt taste much better than anticipated by the smell m pretty light body a little wet but otherwise a nice crisp d a good smooth beer thats repeatable however not amazing,aroma,0.4,0
a a reddish brown thick brew . substantial head that fades to only a thin ring of foam . no lacing . s malty raisins plums faintly pickled and brown sugar . t malty slightly sour and bitter a hint of raisins . aftertaste is of lingering sweetness and light malty bitterness . m thick very slightly harsh from carbonation moderately refreshing . d the smell is excellent the rest is mediocre . i am not going to have this again . i love doppelbocks and this simplify is okay albeit slightly more expensive .,aroma,0.9,1
the fact that this is duff beer kind of excuses it s significant defaults . it looks fine like a pilsener of average quality . the taste is almost not terrible but then there s like this sour aftertaste mixed with a nasty burnt taste . it smells pretty bad too . let s face it i did n t expect much from duff but when i saw it was made in germany my expectations were higher than if it had been made by some american macrobrewery . i did buy a few more ers after i bought the original one . it s a cool conversation beer to have lying around the house when people come by plus i m an unapologetic simpsons fan . the takeaway buy it if you find it it probably wo n t be long for this world once fox matt groening etc learn that they re not making royalties on a knock off beer this is assuming it s not officially licensed and i ca n t find any information that leads me to believe that it is .,aroma,0.4,0
before i review this id like to say how pleased i was with buying it . it was totally worth the try but really i think that it would greatly benefit from sitting in my basement for a few years . a quickly diminishing head poured into a oz . glass so to share the bottle . fresh amber color . slightly cloudy and syrupy looking due to slow bubbles . s incredibly complex smell . fruity hoppy and a smell of a cleaning solution from the copious amount of alcohol no doubt . t thick fruity sweet yet hoppy . all of this is outshined with in milliseconds by the amount of alcohol . i think that maybe years would smooth this beer out in ways that would really make it much better to me . very mead like fruity honey . m smooth very thick and rich . burning from alcohol d incredibly low on the drinkability scale . this guy could be consumed once a year in my opinion . and each time i d share it too .,aroma,0.8,1
for a brewery that wants to compete with the big boys their beer is sure hard to find . bought in a random depanneur in montreal . poured from a ml . bottle . appearance pale yellow body clear with surprising lots of white head fingers . it lasts a little while and even leaves lacing . the only worrisome feature is a tiny stream of bubbles otherwise no apparent carbonation . smell adjuncts probably corn with a touch of lemon . nothing great but it s not offensive so that s a plus . taste ugh big time corn with some fake grain flavor with a rather gross skunky aftertaste . it s not a bland or clean taste it s just unappealing . mouthfeel i just took it out of the fridge and it has a lukewarm feel in my mouth . not good at all feels very uncomfortable . drinkability no i barely had half and the rest was a drainpour . overall well the look the aroma kind of lead me to believe that it would be passable but alas that was n t the case . molson and labatt can rest easy . this one wo n t be cutting into their pie .,aroma,0.6,1
almost black with a creamy pillowy head . strong roasted malt smell but with some odd background notes . taste is smoky bready with some nice bitter roasted malt notes . mouthfeel is light but chewy . very dry on the finish . low abv . nice dry finish . simply easy on the drinkability scale .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to tim for this one . i do n t think i ve ever had anything from montana before . appearance pours into a sam adams glass a clear pale yellow with a loose bubbled white head on top . it shrinks down to a full cap with great staying power . smell quite sweet with indications of wheat and lemony citrus . but it s really overtaken by the spices in this beer . coriander for sure but there could be more . taste light and lemony and assuredly wheat based . the spices are n t as formidable but still add a subtle complexity to the beer . hops are much more apparent giving the beer a great balance . this really has a nice flavor and is quite unique . mouthfeel medium light body with an average carbonation . it does seem a bit slick though and lacks any crispness . drinkability it s a fine choice for a session and is well suited for summer weather . an abv under is a nice feature too . unfortunately for me it s the coldest day since spring here today so it s not quite well suited for drinking on this day . a fine choice and good to drink if it s available to you . not worth going out for your way for though .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter . . a slightly hazy dark orange color . two fingers of frightfully creamy head that has average retention and some lacing . . s this is my absolute favorite type of dipa i can tell already . it has a malt bill that can stand up to the hops in flavor and complexity . hops are citrusy with emphasis on orange and grapefruit . malts are full of caramel flavor and dark fruitiness like a barleywine . i smell lots of cherries and plums . . t initially this beer had me scratching my head . i did n t know what the hell i was tasting . the malts or maybe the hops put a chalky flavor on the tip of my tongue which is n t necessarily unpleasant . the malts were a big disappointment as it was n t as complex as i would have liked . mainly just has the caramel flavor . lots of citrusy hops in the flavor . . m heavy medium body . very creamy and smooth . ca n t tell there s even alcohol in it . . d i would definitely like to have this been again but not too often since it s quite expensive .,aroma,1.0,1
wow this is good . pours a light amber compact head . slight chill haze in this . i usually get a stickier head out of an ipa but this is good with me . this has one of the best aromas of an ipa that i ve ever had . sticky piney resiny aroma . wow . taste is actually balanced a bit . glad they did n t go too over the top . enough sweetness to balance the malts . mouthfeel is a bit powdery could use more thickness more body more viscosity . i find this to be a very drinkable ipa . perhaps a new standard . definatly my favorite michigan ipa from the ones i ve had .,aroma,1.0,1
this in my opinion is the budweiser of wee heavys . not to say that it is bad but it is the most generic in taste for its style . the appearance is dark with a deep dark cherry red ruby glow . good thick head reduces to a cloudy film with decent lace . the nose is of a typical scotch ail malty and creamy with dark fermented fruit and alcohol . the first taste is real malty and creamy . some spice and raisiny date flavor reside in this along with some dark sugar taste . hop flavors are non existent in this beer . the finish is smooth and the abv is well hidden . the mouthfeel is this beers strongsuit . very creamy and chewy with sugary molassesy feeling . sugar residue lingers on the lips and alcohol warms the mouth and stomach but not abrasively so . the drinkability is strong but that is b c it is lacking in flavor . all around its quite good but there are much better wee heavys out there . i would trade a sixer of this for one traquair house and a jacobite . unless i was pissed and wanted to get more drunk . good beer . a good intro to the style for beginners .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle poured into an imperial pint glass . a it poured a deep amber color with light medium carbonation . there was a tan head that quickly turned to a lace that left a nice stick on the side of the glass . s it had a really nice aroma . it was big in both sweet bread malt and pine citrus hop scents . just a hint of alcohol lets you know this beer means business . t a bready malt character is initially balanced with some citrus like hops . however there is an overwhelmingly sweet finish that came across and did n t sit well with me . the alcohol became more evident as the beer warmed . m the initial mouthfeel was really nice . it was smooth and lightly carbonated . however there was a lingering thickness that allowed the sweet flavor to hang around . d not great . i saw this beer was a definite sipper near the abv mark but something about the sweetness is a turnoff for me . overall a great beer if you re into sweet . i m going through a phase of really enjoying malty beers but this one seems to go too far in the brown sugar direction . there were good things about this beer but not enough to compensate for the negative for me .,aroma,0.8,1
oh what teenagers will do for that extra . abv . i used to drink this stuff in high school because it was cheap and strong but it actually is a decent beer . sure it smells awful and does n t look much better but it tastes alright and it is very drinkable . best enjoyed from oz can .,aroma,0.2,0
the beer has a surprising white head for a dunkles and a red brown cola like color with bordeaux red reflections . the mouthfeel is exact the right balance between creamy and sparkling . the smell is n t too obvious but if you search for it you recognize the smell of chocolate and a very hidden banana like flavour . the taste is of solid malt with a medium note of caramel and a slight note of eucalyptus . once poured it takes relatively long to get moldy . but it is a steady almost linear progress so drinking it fresh is always the best option it is absolutely drinkable in relative masses but it has the slight over average noticeable aftermath which is typical for dunkel . all in all i like it very much it s my standard afterwork beer after all .,aroma,0.7,1
this brew poured a medium off white head f medium sized bubbles that leaves a nice lacing . it has a cloudy light brown body and a malty fruity combination . it has a very nice flavor that goes down smoothly with a mild finish and no foretaste . it s a very well rounded brew and just a little different .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a ounce bottle of miller high life into my sam adams sensory glass . the ounces was poured aggressively since i knew i had plenty of glass space and the head touches the sam adams boston lager line . the appearance is average . but i guess that s good for an american adjunct lager with lots of tiny bubbles rising up through the yellow swill . the smell is neither good or bad there just is n t any . the taste is what you d expect . average . . nothing that says this is a great beer . mouthful and drinkability go from average . to good . because if you re looking for an easy drinking beer for a night of socializing i guess this would be a good choice .,aroma,0.4,0
i come from a liquor drinking background before i got into this type of beer it certainly was n t like swilling the cheap stuff back in my college days . glassware tall . oz glass i love pouring it to the halfway point let it sit and agitate it by swirling it aggressively just like scotch whisky appearance amber brown hue on the pour with a reddish head nose i loved every moment of this brew i sat for at least hours sniffing on this puppy if only these guys aged their ale in pappy van winkle s bourbon barrels i can only dream palate loving the booziness of it sweet caramel vanilla oak and maraschino cherries . mouthfeel it certainly was n t watery like sam adams cream stout but it also was n t as thick and yummy as goose island s bourbon county . all in all a decent coating with a medium to long finish . drinkability boy this baby can be dangerous if you are not careful . pairings a relatively inexpensive bahia blu robusto went very well with this drink the hearty cedar core blends well with the sweet caramel and vanilla oak .,aroma,1.0,1
this is beer birthday cake a product of obligation and not worth it in hindsight . it s almost too vague for an accurate depiction and the saccharine y sweetness is overwhelming . imagine the tried and true stone back of the tongue bitterness smothered in store bought icing .,aroma,0.4,0
german style refillable growler filled at maplewood on enjoyed on . once again growler was filled to the tippy top all the better for preventing co loss and oxidation . nice job by a new to me bartender . first imperial pint glass pours with an airy off white head which lasted for quite some time and laced superbly . amber shade to the brew with a slight aroma of sweet malts and hops . taste is sweetly of pale to medium malts with a slight hops presence at the swallow . mouthfeel good and drinkability as well . nice representative of the style .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle into a pint glass a pours a yellowish color with a decent head . s the nose is light and floral with a hint of yeast maybe hard to tell . t the taste is light . it has hints of sweetness and some yeast . but the lightness makes it hard to pin down . m very light and easy to drink overall this is n t a bad beer but there is nothing about it that stands out .,aroma,0.4,0
poured with a nice tan finger head . nice dark ruby brown color . head dissipates to a nice film . swirl and the head reappears . nice light smell of roasted nuts and dark caramel . nice mild taste of roasted nuts raw walnuts and coffee grinds . slight bitterness . lightly carbonated nice mouth feel easy on the tongue . very easy to drink good for hanging out .,aroma,0.6,1
it says . but what does a label know . burnt amber color pours thick as evidenced by slow movement from the glass . frothy scape sits blissfully across the surface . nose of cooked carrots catbox and cedar sprigs. yet somehow appealing . sips with body but not heavy . slow enjoyment is prescribed for this particular ale . woody hop bite up front tangerine tartness in the finish . a little bit of furniture polish in the uber end never killed anyone . repeated sips bring a smokiness more wood and echoes of nectarine skins . all the while the imagined belgian ipa flavor finds itself existing amidst all this chaos . really a top shelf brew here. thanks buddy .,aroma,1.0,1
this was one heck of an experience . i have never given exceptional marks on any beer and this one scores exceptionally on a couple notes but itself for exceptional reasons . it poured a light gold with a little cap of foamy head . the nose was the lightest grain and hop presence and from there it blew my mind . i literally tasted nothing . nothing up front nothing anywhere in my mouth and nothing on the finish . the mouth feel was that of a proper cask bitter but other than that and the faint aroma . nothing . . . b m c would sell what is left of their souls to produce a beer this neutral and drinkable . do n t get me wrong i m not hating on this beer there were no off flavors no corn rice skunk sour acidic funk etc . just an amazing glass of carbonated beverage that felt heavier than water in the mouth and . nothing .,aroma,0.4,0
the infamous angels share . let this warm before opening and did manage a slight pop as the cork was removed . the pour though i could tell was of a stll liquid . minimal carbonation . the thinnest rim of bubbles around the edge of the glass and a light swirl of tan bubbles when swirling the glass . the beer itself is near enough to black in this dimly lit room . interesting black sludge around the bottom edges of the bottle . insane aroma . heavy doses of oak vanilla and molasses . i mean room filling this smells so strong . bourbon wafts through in the background . amazing that the alcohol heat which is easily noticeable does n t burn the hairs in my nose . usually i do n t like beers to have that much alcohol presence in the smell but this has quite a nice accompaniment to it . wow . two sips and i m feeling buzzed already . this is gon na be a struggle . quite a lot of bourbon character . some oak and vanilla again but this time taking a back seat to the bourbon . sweet molasses and heavy syrupy mouthfeel . tough to judge mouthfeel actually cause i think carbonated it would be quite nice . as it is it s quite heavy and a bit sweet . added to that the alcohol makes it harder to get down . incredible beer but finishing is a struggle . now i know why it says to share on the back label . pity i m not more of a spirits fan cause aside from that the beer has a nice velvety oatmeal body and smooth character . now that i think of it blend this with some mild oatmeal stout and it could be a winner . give it five years and some carbonation and who knows .,aroma,0.9,1
a this pumpkin ale pours a rich ornage color with plenty of swiftly rising carbonation atop sits a thin tan head that dissipates quickly s a great pumpkin pie aroma complete with the associated spices with a crisp ale aroma these worlds are blended rather nicely no hop or malt profile to speak of t wow where d all the pumpkin go . not nearly as prevalent as in the aroma a decent taste but the slight pumpkin flavors make it seem as if the pumpkin flavor was added in as an afterthought kinda weak but not bad tasting m d medium body and drinkability smooth but not blanaced all to well and average brew,aroma,0.8,1
this beer pours a clear gold with a head that rose and faded quickly . looks a lot more like a lager than an ipa . there is some wispy retention on the glass . smells appetizing i get mango from the esters and citrusy hops . mmm . fruit salad . i like the way the fruit aromas mix with the graininess of this beer in the nose but less so on the tongue . i agree with the reviewer who described the taste as soapy i especially get that in the weakly bitter finish . so it does n t quite live up to our expectations for ipa s in redhook s defense it s a moderately tasty beer that has become very affordable at the local supermarket thanks to a b and is remarkably sessionable for a . pale ale . as a grad student on a budget i ll continue to buy it as long as it s on sale though i should really just make gallons of true ipa and stop supporting mediocre craft brewing .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a cloudy apple juice color with a pillowed head of solid ecru foam and think chunky lace . the aroma is slightly candied with a big sour citrus smell . prominent notes of green apples lemon and lime . there s a sticky sweetness on the palate along with a funky alocohol like flavor . it s very earthy bready and grainy . the finish is zesty and rindy . rich mouthfeel . i really do n t like this all that much . it s not bad but it s nothing to write home about .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle poured a clear light amber color ale with a rather large foamy head with good retention and some lacing . aroma of spices is quite intense and enjoyable with some great fruity ester . the mix of light coriander notes with some orange and a very fruity ester makes this beer an enjoyable experience . malt backbone is a bit light and non descript . body is also a bit light with good carbonation . very nice and original beer more body would have been better but still a great treat from a great brewery .,aroma,1.0,1
a cedar aged ipa eh . sounds interesting appearance deep amber with a massive white head . the head actually reminds me of duvel s in that it stays in odd formations for quite a while after the pour . kind of looks like a root beer float on top . smell absolutely delicious . the hops really fused well with the cedar in this case . spiciness offset by a wooded subtlty . love it . taste it is a very sharp flavor . malty with little hop bitterness . it almost seems like you get the aftertaste at the beginning . it s grown on my as i ve continued to drink . the hop presence comes out with a bit of time out of the fridge . it has a verve bittersweetness to it . mouthfeel sugary and light . it sort of dissipates quickly but small bits of it penetrate into corners of your mouth you didnt know were there . drinkability one s enough . for a while . at the very least it is quite an interesting beer . not something that i would drink every day but i m glad i tried it once .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at beachwood i a pours a super dark brown with ruby highlights minimal head nice colour overall . s pinot barrel with some dark fruit riding a wave bringing a boatload of vanilla and whiskey . t light roast character although there is a bit of a charcoal play . pretty much a dark fruit dominated beer the wine barrel clearly shows its influence . prunes dark grapes fudge and a fair amount of wood . much less bourbon on the palate than i got from the nose . m full bodied quite chalky and thick . a little over frothy . o an interesting beer for sure i certainly was n t blown away . many people raved i liked it but it clearly was n t the class of cascade days .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to smokepot for the growler of this treat . a nice transparent firey oranges with pleanty of carbonation rushing from the bottom of the glass . the head pours about an inch and a half thick of fluffy white goodness and leaves very nice gobs of lace as is fades . s the first whiff provided an array of tropical fruit notes like mango peach pineapple . the second whiff was more piney and sticky smelling with some floral notes and bitter grapefruit in the background . very much t sticky resinous pine and bitter grapefruit are the most prominent flavors with hints of citrus coming through in the end . it also has a nice clear herbal finish . m light and refreshing with a good lingering bitter note . it be a little bit smoother d this is a great day time all day drinking beer . overall i am very happy to have had the opportunity to try this treat from alpine,aroma,1.0,1
poured in a oz . sinfter . a very dark chestnut brown with . fingers of khaki head that have excellent retention due to the abv . sheets of lacing are left behind . s toffee cocoa powder nutty then as it warms sweet citrus oil green pine needles . berry fruit really comes out full force with some perfumy orange blossom . slabs of caramel mix with alcohol vapors and fill the glass with a robust sweetness . t starts with a mix of semi sweet chocolate sweet toffee malt then an undertow of hops rush in with mint and citrus . the hops almost take over creating an herbal spice that turns resiny and woody while still laced in citrus . dark berry fruit leather and cocoa really comes out and melds with the malt m medium creamy and lush body . solid carbonation . very complex beer with plenty of transforming flavors during a session . the aroma is so good it s hard to explain . the cocoa stays in it s place and adds alot of complexity . hops shine but do n t overtake it . very interesting and flavorful beer .,aroma,1.0,1
yeah . my th beer review . and a friggin crazy killer beer to celebrate with . kickin gargoyle gold and green texture screened in negative onto on a oz . bottle . nice presentation . very cool bottle . served into a duvel tulip my favorite tasting glass at just above fridge temperature . a pours a very faintly hazy thick golden orange color with a sticky tacky head . barely any movement inside the glass . head drops to a thin mat after a few minutes . lacing is spotty at best . s wham the scent hits like a delicious mack truck loaded down with hops . sweet citrus grapefruit dominant . definitely pineapple . dried kiwi fruit . lemonhead candy . or is it the crystal sugar bottom of a marino s lemon italian ice . oily pine sap in lesser amounts . light malts . bold as hell . constantly improving as the temperature rises . wonderful . t the first thing that you get is like poor ralphie s punishment for cursing perfumed soap in the mouth . instantly bitter even at the tip of the tongue where the bitter taste buds do not reside . the taste sweetens up considerably in the middle where the hidden malts play out like a well meaning but unskilled understudy next to the superstar hops . this malty middle point is ruination s eye of the storm . once the beer makes its way to the back of the mouth the brief moment of gustatory solace is quicky shattered as ruination proceeds to execute an astringent ninja ass kicking on your bitter taste buds . even as you are swallowing the bitter hops stick their hooks into every untainted crevice of your throat leaving a hot dry perfumey legacy that works longer than any mouthwash could ever hope to . after the ruination s passing you re left with a warm belly a numbness on the tip of your tongue a throatful of insane hop bitterness and a hyperventilation style headrush from your body thinking you ve tried to breathe the ethanol laced air of some alien planet . m due to the anisthetic qualities of this beer it s hard to judge the mouthfeel . it s definitely viscous and slippery in the mouth . at first it seemed a little bit too carbonated but as i drank further it seemed to mellow a touch . it does effervesce a bit too much in the mouth and the swallow is n t exactly a water slide . i guess that s the price you pay when inventing a beer for the sole purpose of going over the top and in turn ruining people s taste buds . d the only reason i gave the drinkability better than a . is because of the sensory rush and sense of urgency you get when drinking it . ruination is genuinely delicious but the ibus are so cranked up that it ultimately becomes a test of fortitude almost a dare for you to continue on to the next sip . however the raw bitterness left in your throat is so strong that much like an addict you need to take that next sip to quell the demons that are despoiling your palette . epilogue all i can do is shake my head in disbelief . this is one crazy ass beer . the smell is euphoric and sublime . the taste is demonic and deep as the laurentian abyss . unfortunately the bitterness is so over the top that it creates mouthfeel and drinkability detriments that would otherwise be near perfect . i retired for the evening about minutes after completing the oz . bottle and sitting in bed i noticed that the feeling i had was strangely reminiscent of the codeine buzz i got from the medication i took last time i was ill . this beer is no joke .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance this is a reddish brown brew with a white pink head . that head lasts for a very long time . smell very very fruity . it makes no doubt about the raspberry presence in that lambic . it smells almost as good as a lady . taste very acid and sour with some raspberry sweetness in the finish . mouthfeel this raspberry beer is very smooth and creamy to feel . drinkability this is a real solution to malternatives . my biggest concern was the price but it worthes what you pay .,aroma,1.0,1
served on tap at hard times cafe . brought to my table in a large glass so i could n t see how it poured but it was a magnificent deep amber almost opaque . the head was almost gone by the time it reached me but as i drank it left persistent thick and strong lacing on the glass . being that this was a bar and the aroma of chili cigarette smoke and bro sweat was heavy around me i could n t really pick out any notable scents from the beer . taste however is as advertised hoppy like you would n t believe . do n t think of this as an idiotic amateurish experiment in making hop tea however there s a stunning amount of complexity to this beer and that becomes apparent from the first sweet bananna bread notes to hit your palate . the taste develops an understated citrus taste that lingers until the hops hit . the bitterness is actually rather pleasant and leaves the palate with the same sensation one feels after having exceptionally strong coffee . mouthfeel is very smooth with just enough carbonation to allow different flavors to play in different parts of the mouth . delightful and goes well with a bowl of chili .,aroma,0.6,1
i think something went wrong with this one . not much head but nice gold color . smells fine . taste has a lot of corn in it . sounds like something went wrong . must be a quality control issue . mouthfeel is ok everything else is ok . but there is a lot of corn tastes in this bottle . i d be willing to try this again on tap . or if someone reassures me this is an isolated incident .,aroma,0.8,1
i was not a fan of this sam adams creation . i poured the crystal clear sunset golden it into a pint glass creating a nice rocky head . its cherry smell was pervasive and artifically sweet just like an artificially flavored cherry lollipop . underneath were the cherry alcohol notes of cough syrup . the cherry smell could not be separated from the taste which was disappointing . sans taking in the aroma the taste was less cherryesque and disappointingly flat and bland . also the body of the beer was light and thin . from what i understand fruit beers are only supposed to be mildly fruity however i could not finish oz of this brew because of the overwhelming cherry cough syrup aroma .,aroma,0.3,0
a light copper colored beer . this pours with little to no head and was gone in seconds . the smell came off fruity flowery and hoppy . like a tropical fruit . great aromas . . taste sweet creamy and tangy . hits your taste buds and leaves you craving more . taste was also fruity and flowery . mouthfeel was a smooth creamy soft feeling . drinkability is great . i wish i could pick up a or pack of these .,aroma,1.0,1
got this one out of one of those cost plus world market beers of the world variety packs . a very light pale yellow pour with a small white head . s little bit of a corn smell in the nose . t tasted slightly of licorice at first but as it warmed a bit the taste slide into a sweet subtle honey flavor . m light . d very drinkable . i could knock these back all night .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a deep copper color . really great smell on it . hits lots of floral notes . can definitely smell the hops coming out . the taste is not nearly are hoppy as i expect . more of an earthy easy drinking ipa . lots of earthy dirty grittiness to it . can said ibu so the bitterness must be hidden behind the body . a good solid beer not as great as advertised .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a very deep clear brown with mahogany highlights and a one finger light tan head that lasts an average amount and leaves a decent amount of lacing . smell is straight up sweet dark caramel malts . figs apples and brown sugar . quite nice could use a bit more complexity . taste is not what i was anticipating from the smell . much less sweet than expected and much less body . the malt flavor is actually rather weak though it does come through a bit at the beginning just long enough to make me wish there was more of it . the dominant flavor is an odd soft bitterness that does n t quite feel like hops . this bitterness dominates the finish and lingers longer than i want it to . this beer needs more malts . mouthfeel is meh . feels thin watery and the carbonation is low . a bit of fizz but the texture has no depth . started off strong looking and smelling good . but the taste is flat and weak on the malt character that a brown ale ought to have . and the mouthfeel is barely passable . not one i plan to drink again . but the real question is is this bomber worth finishing .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at the moan dove . billed as ye olde ringworm ordered it mainly due to the amusing name but then i was easily amused by that point . a dark chestnut brown with a low head . strong sweet vinous malty scent . the taste starts sweet and ends sweet . so thick syrupy and heavy i just could n t go on . sorry .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at stub and herb before a gopher basketball game . ordered with a signature burger . great combo . . . . first thing you notice is it s pretty much jet black . nice off white head with impressive lacing . smells of roasted malts and dark chocolate with some coffee scent present . tastes much like it smells but the smoothness is what gets me . so smooth its almost incomparable . very creamy . ca n t detect the oats as much as i would like but definitely a strong choice . may i suggest pairing this brew with a signature burger at stub and herb in mpls of course sub fries with the lakes dressing great both on the burger and with the fries . a solid choice for anyone before a sporting event or just out for dinner .,aroma,1.0,1
apperance typical macro yellow with a tiny head to it . little lacing . smell hints of corn almost no smell . taste like a macro with a skunky corn finish . almost waterd down feel to it . not very good . i can see why a wedge of lime is needed . drinkability high considering the waterd down taste . overall a poor mexican beer that i see no reason in buying again . id pick dos equis amber lager over this anyday .,aroma,0.2,0
to appreciate the appropriately hip name you need to understand that olympia is famous for its artesian well water . it s a local point of pride that a number of downtown restaurants make good use of . and now these famous waters are again being put to good use as the principle ingredient in local ales . spartesian is a soft summer ale . it is exceptionally pale in a dramatic hue of sun yellow . gentle velvety suds cap the body while the glass flaunts a healthy measure of lace . aggressive german bittering and strong yeasts give the beer a hook that takes a moment to adjust to and there s enough edge here to keep the timid at bay . fortunately my tastes stray far from timid and i was able to settle in to a satisfying appreciation of this very pale beer . stylistically spartesian is a notch removed from most english and american pales . it has low co no smell little forward hop flavor and a vivid lemon color . but the smooth body makes it an easy drinker on a summer s day and i was left wondering if that billowy mouthfeel was attributable to olympia s famous artesian well water .,aroma,0.6,1
i just had a hop devil and that leaves me with only one more hop devil and one troeg s pale ale so i decided to save those for another day and steal one of these from my sister . poured into a pint glass a possibly the lightest colored beer i have ever seen . this is extremely comparable to slightly dirty water or extremely diluted apple cider vinegar . a rather large head appeared and maybe crisp bubbling noises as it quickly disappeared . s actually pretty tempting . something sweet like candy with a touch of an adjunct . corn maybe . maybe a banana like runt t pretty much follows the smell . it is pretty sweet the entire time with some corn flavor . not awful but not complex or satisfying . m way too much carbonation in my opinion and very watery . the carbonation leaves my mouth and throat tingling and burning . o not a terrible beverage . i like this a lot better than other drinks just not other beers . it is a shame to be called a beer but much more delicious than say a coca cola dr. pepper or pepsi .,aroma,0.6,1
a wide oz but not a wide mouth . oh well . clear pale gold fugitive head of adjunct character and little duration . aroma is fairly foul very vegetal almost cauliflower with a pumice soap quality . flavor is sweetish but some apple skin qualities slightly redeem it . a little too carbonated for me but it helps make up for missing hops and helps dry the finish . it felt a little stupid pouring this into a shake for evaluation so it was good to pound the rest out of the bottle it reduces off aromas and brings back the memories one high school party in particular .,aroma,0.3,0
well this is one deceptive brew . i bought it because i thought it was a summer pale ale as the label says its an ale . there is no mention of saison on the bottle and i dont really care all that much for the saison style . but now that i look more closely the large paragraph description on the back of the bottle states its a farmhouse ale . this could have maybe been put onto the front so we actually know what we are buying . anyhow poured from a bomber into a pub glass . a big cola like white head foams up to inches of head . quick to recede and leave a collar with no lace trails . the color is a pisswater yellow complelty transparent . aroma of lemon zest cracked peppercorns sunflowers corriander earthy hops and some gritty grain aroma . the taste is well hidden with an overwhelming amount of carbonation bite . mouthfeel is less then pleasant for me here . its thin stinging carbonation and lighter then air . taste after the swallow begins to pucker with bitter lemons spicie hops and a purfume like alcahol solvent flavor . not digging this . probably because i was hopeing it was a pale ale or somthing besides a saison .,aroma,0.9,1
a bottle split with onix agr and poured into duvel tulips . a a steady pour yields four big fingers of off white rocky head that rises and holds above the glass . when the head settles in time some nice chunky lace holds and holds . the body is a hazy deep copper orange in color . i gota say this looks great . s oh no . something is wrong here . i get brett and lots of it but not in a good way . this smells like a dumpster full of nothing but band aids . there s a old ointment found under the sink and some wet laundry left in the washer for a few days . this just smells terrible . i ve had a good amount of bretted ipa s including this fresh but something went wrong in this . t i m finding it hard to swallow the first sip . just really bad . lots of medicine like chewing an aspirin . loads of bretty mustiness and a touch of bone dry biscuit . each sip i find more tasking to swallow . hops are completely gone . light lemon zest buried in the back . with lots of warming it starts to pull together a bit but by the time you start to swallow it all falls apart . m a bit less then medium in body and big carb . so dry you ca n t even believe it . o overall this is either a bad bottle or past its prime way past . i enjoyed the wild devil fresh not my fav but solid . i hoped with some time that the brett would kick in some more since it was very light fresh . this is closing in on abomination . i am challenged by each and every swallow and that s not in a good way . i will have to try another older bottle and some fresh again to see what s up .,aroma,0.2,0
miller high life is a great choice for a cheap beer . it s just a good refreshing american macro . it s much better than any other miller product and beats but light by a long shot . not much to describe . it has a horrible canned corn smell but does n t taste anything like it smells thank god . it s an old timey drink for sure and you ca n t drink it expecting a work of art just a decent tasting cheap beer .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a hazy dark ruby color with no head . smells like port or brandy . sweet raisons and dark fruits heavy on the alcohol . smells just like the st. bernardus i just had . flavor is very sweet with dark fruits raisons and liquorish . crazy thing is this flavor and the expected burn of alcohol in the aftertaste drops dead on the dry finish . i do n t know how they did it . mouthful is thick like syrup and very dry . drinkability is lowered due to sweetness . however for a alcohol content it s extremely drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at de molen in bodegraven after the waitress walked the tap list board over to us after asking what was on tap . cheeky girl . from notes . a really creamy two finger beige head on a deep copper coloured body . hazy . great sticky lacing and a big island of head remains . lovely . s dark fruit malts obvious . bready with dark rye coming to mind . more mild than exprected . t boozy sweet and very malty . no suprises there . lot s of dark fruit and some obvious hop to balance which is nice and keeps this from being too sweet . m mild carbonation full bodied and some chewiness . o d nice barleywine . nice and fruity and refreshing on the sunny day . weak aroma but flavour is what counts for me so this was good .,aroma,0.6,1
starts with a single finger head but it lasts . moderate lace on the glass . crystal clear with a light gold color . this may be the best smelling pilsener i ve ever experienced . lovely complex floral hop aroma . pleasant light grained malt in the background . the flavor is harsher than i expected based on the smell . the hop has a greater bite creating a more bitter pils . the malt is soft and light . the body is as expected light and crisp without being watery . overall a superior beer .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance some sediment was noticed in the bottle but a careful pour yielded only small traces of yeast particles on a hazy gold body . tightly beaded bubbles form a formidable foam cap and retention is excellent . this beer looks lively with active carbonation rising to the top . smell complex nose boasts belgian yeast with a sweet apricot note and some underlying white pepper spice . bready malts . a soft whiff of alcohol peeking though . complexities abound . taste a well balanced tripel with a nice peppery spice and undistinguishable fruit presence . sharp carbonation along with an earthy and tea like hop expression . some creamy malt melds well with the chalky yeast . gradually the alcohol comes into the picture . authentic alittle raw but graceful about it . mouthfeel lighter bodied effervescent strong carbonation semi dry finish . overall solid solid tripel . true to the style has a good bit of character and more going for it than many interpretations out there . very fine beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a retention on this thing is amazing . half way through the glass it still has a decent little head and the lacing covers about of the opposite side of the glass . the color is pitch black with a bit of a red tint towards the bottom of glass . s coffee and chocolate aromas dominate with a little hop aroma coming through . t nice and chocolaty with some strong coffee notes and a solid bitter smack of hops for the finish . this is delicious . m the old rasputin feels like you are drinking a cloud light fluffy and very very easy drinking . there is nothing about this beer that makes it seem like . o wow . i am very pleased and impressed . i am becoming a bigger and bigger imperial stout fan and this is serving to continue that trend . dynamite beer .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks to my intrepid father in law for somehow getting his hands on this brew and then not liking it . hence how it ended up in my hands . poured a oz bottle into my new belgium globe . this beer pours a watery espresso brown with a inch beige cap that lingers around for the entirety of the beer . very little lacing . man if the nose is accurate to the taste i m in for a treat . very reminiscent of my favorite new belgium wintertime seasonal frambozen . big notes of fresh raspberry vanilla ice cream cocoa nibs werther s original candies and ghirardelli chocolate powder . i could smell this for years without getting tired of it . absolutely top notch . for as great as the nose is the flavor is starkly contrasted . the raspberry almost comes off as artificial over cook grains add a bit of astringency the chocolate powder almost reminds me of fake chocolate bark . no caramel or vanilla . just this weird mash up of fake chocolate and artificial raspberry . not really appealing . the mouthfeel probably is the biggest let down for this beer . while slightly dry its really thin and watery . the body of this beer really needs to be amped up a bit . if i ever happen to get another beer i think i ll just make some potpourri out of it .,aroma,1.0,1
wow what a beautiful looking bottle . ive always been a fan of the bruery s labels and bottles but this might be my favorite so far . a poured into a duvel tulip . the head is pretty big but very short lived . there is no retention of lacing to speak of . if it werent for the laser etching in the glass this beer would appear stagnant . the color is a deep type of brown with shades of purple maroon and root beer . s it seems essential to allow this one to warm adequately to the recommended degrees . a slight warming brings forth lots of belgian candi sugar sweetness in the aroma that coats the deep rich fruits . new oak is not timid here it proves itself in a creamy woodsy way . t this beer s two main points are reiterated in the taste . woody and sweet . this is in no doubt a belgian style . its filled to the brim with rich fruits . figs plums raisins prunes and that coating sugariness . there is a nice roasted nuttiness but the sugariness is a bit too much . the finish is nearing sugar bomb territory with a spike of alcohol . i can only hope this calms down in years to come . m the carbonation thankfully calms down after about half a glass . at first its much too lively for this type of beer . once it calms down a little bit the fullness of the body becomes apparent . it has a slick oily feel that creates a long slick finish . d eh i was excited for this . its a pretty decent beer and part of a really awesome vertical . ill tuck one away but i might not necessarily be jonesing to drink it .,aroma,0.8,1
a clear amber with red highlights extensive puffy cream colored head from a medium vigorous pour . falls down over several minutes leaving moderate lacing behind . s lovely rich classic belgian . full dark fruit and some bubble gum . definitely dark fruit but not really dried fruit like a lot of quads ie i get grape not raisin lots of esters . for me the smell is really the best part of this beer . it s very complex with a lot of fruity malt . t my very first sip seemed a little bit hot and just a touch on the harsh side . now a bit of heat is n t exactly surprising for the abv . it s just something i noticed . but as i continued i noticed it much less . within a few minutes that had faded and it seemed much more smooth to me . hard to say whether that was due to it opening up as it warms or my getting accustomed to it . sweet of course as it has to be to balance the alcohol . but not cloying . a nice tart finish surprisingly clean for the style . m moderate carbonation appropriate for the style . some heat as i mentioned above . full but not thick . well balanced . overall a really solid beer . i do n t know if it had that little something extra that truly knocks my socks off but there s absolutely nothing i could fault it for . i d say that it s quite well done but probably not my absolute favorite quad . but then this is from the bottle . maybe on tap it would have more nuance .,aroma,1.0,1
le cheval blanc.in a bottle from the brewers mixed pack . appearance dark gold color shows up with a little bit of yeast bits and a medium sized head that disappears quickly leaving little in its place . smell spicy citrus up top wheat bread aroma on the pack fruit and bread mixed fairly well . nose is fairly strong . taste mouthfeel medium mouthfeel a rush of spice and banana wheat that tastes a little muddled and unfocused alcohol and nut flavors on the way down finish is surprisingly clean and watery . varied flavors are here and if they worked i think wed have quite a character but the muddled flashes dont make for an entirely even or enjoyable experience . overall flawed but passable . i wouldnt seek this out but its fine in a pinch . this style has so many more worthy standouts that i would seek out though .,aroma,0.8,1
i originally had this at borefts in bodegraven . it was absolutely fantastic . i bought a bomber of this a couple months later and it was completely flat . the brewery said they would refund my money but several emails and a few months later i ve given up on ever seeing that refund . i ll simply enter the review of the flat bottle until further notice . got this bottle at de bierkoning in amsterdam . from a bomber into a snifter . appearance a dark brown pour comes out flat and leaves a bit of a bubbly head . black body and no carbonation looks quite still . a few bubbles stick around for a while but ends up looking flat and is generally unappealing . smell medium nose of roasted malts some molasses caramel as well as some oak and wood from the barrel . very oaky for sure but the base beer is still there . not as bold as the original but nice . taste roasted and sweet caramel malt up front with some toffee and sweet molasses just like the base beer . lots of oak and wood from the barrel as well as some tobacco and smoky elements as well . some bitterness at the swallow with pure chocolate oak and tobacco riding out the lingering aftertaste . the barrel has imparted some nice flavors on the beer and has also helped curb the booze in the base beer . very nice and flavorful but too bad its completely flat . palate flat . medium body but no carbonation at all . ive had worse still beers as this one is not cloying or anything but it certainly doesnt satisfy my appetite for a beer . definitely needs some bubbles to make this more enjoyable . overall man what a disappointment . sometimes you never know with these small dutch brewers . the beer was fantastic at the borefs festival back in september and the quality is still there in this brew but the lack of any sign of carbonation really hurts . on the positive side of things the barrel has done its work really well adding layers to the flavor without dominating the base beer and has also tamed the boozy elements in the original . hopefully this was just a bad bottle and ill get lucky somewhere down the road .,aroma,0.7,1
left hand milk stout . served up at isaac newtons newtown pa appearance was a dark brown black with no head . smell was a light smoky chocolate coffee aroma . taste was very good . a creamy smooth stout . with hints of coffee and chocolate . mouthfeel was so smooth like a chocolate milkshake . overall a big hit with my group of friends . this was the beer that dominated last night . delicious and will be a future purchase again .,aroma,0.6,1
a friend of mine kept raving about how great this beer was so naturally i wanted to try it . he was nice enough to actually buy me one and bring it over for me to try . poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . the beer poured a clear straw forming a thin inch head that left light lacing on the glass . the aroma is almost all skunky with a hint of hop sweetness . i expected it to taste as bad as it smelled but was suprised to find that it wasnt that bad . very smooth clean hop flavor with a good balance of malt thickness . light mouthfeel . aside from the smell i could see having one or two of these in a session . not as bad as i thought it would be . it reminds me of st. pauli girl . once you get past the smell its not a bad beer . take a chance and give it a shot .,aroma,0.3,0
a poured from a oz bottle with no noted freshness dating into a pint glass . the color of brewed tea with a one finger off white head that receded quickly into a thin cap . thin clingy lacing . s heavy on the grains both hops and malt with a note of something floral there too . t this is where i got lost . a very resiny taste that i did not expect at all . the phenols were really apparent that gave a metallic bite that was really overpowering . m medium bodied with less than average carbonation . the aftertaste is bitter . and hangs around . d the appearance and the smell had me really pumped on this beer initially but the taste killed it for me . and afterall it s about the taste in the end . very disappointed in this entry into one of my favorite genres of brewdom .,aroma,0.8,1
a i poured it into a pint glass and the head just billowed up a good thick two finger head . it stayed for quite some time . not super hazy but enough to qualify it as opaque . s about what you d expect from an ipa flowery with lots of citrus . i m detecting lemon melon and other tropical fruits . i m used to lemony scents from ipas but this one has something different it s the distinct melon i m getting from the nose . t very clean tasting lots of citrus at the beginning . as it moves back through your mouth the lemon becomes more pronounced . it s not as strong in the melon as i was expecting based upon the smell however . the ending is quite bitter but not a much as some ipa s i ve tried . i think it s a good thing as the bitterness does n t dilute the other flavours . m not as thick as other ipa s but very clean and refreshing . the lingering subtle bitterness is quite welcome . d very very smooth excellent drinkability . overall fabulous ipa what else would you expect from bell s .,aroma,1.0,1
a very nice amber orange color although slightly cloudy die to much carbination . a tan white head that really laced the glass . nice grapefruit citrus taste . a nice malty front with the citrus and slight sweetness undertones . an easy hop ending that is smooth but lingering . i liked it over the regular mid priced craft beers from oregon washington .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a ounce can into a . ounce beer glass . appearance whoops . heavy pour results in massively foamy head four or five iinches . yikes which actually settles into a decent two finger head after a moment . user error there . beer is a pale golden color with abundant carbonation which eases off after a few moments . looks filtered not murky at all . the receding head leaves a light trace of foam around the inside of the glass . all things considered it looks like an adjunct lager should . smell ouch . heavy corn alcohol invades my nostrils . absolutely no trace of anything else in my opinion . rotting corn . taste cold saltless urine . that s about the best i can do . vinegar and grain battle in futility over who will have the strongest taste . in the end there is n t much of an aftertaste which is the best thing i can say about the taste . even for what it is this is poor . mouthfeel very oily . not something i would expect from a beer . unpleasantly slimy leaves a film after imbibed . drinkability low . not recommendable . if it were literally ice cold and it was being chugged it might be a do able beer . as it stands i do n t know if i can finish the tallboy . it s cheap a local bar sells this beer for per ounce pitcher . that is the only reason i could ever see myself drinking this beer again .,aroma,0.3,0
thanks to mabz for the bottle pours a nice big head with a great lacing . color is black but see through when held up to light . smell is cracker like toasty flavors with roasty malts and a slight sweetness of chocolate smell . taste is crisp and lightly roasty with some of that toasted breadiness . its a great high alcohol drinkable stout but its not russian imperial stout from america . maybe it fits the original style but not the new american style .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance aside from the weirdly hideous printed the night before at kinkos labeling i m impressed . the beer pours a deep rich clear ruby mahogany . the head is a quarter inch of rocky amber that lasts for a decent stretch before leaving a thick rim along the glass wall . nice lacing as well . a seriously good looking brew . smell malt right off the bat with a certain underlying spiciness . whether it s hops or some adjunct i m not entirely sure . still not that assertive . not bad but not what i d expect from a special brew . taste the mouthfeel is a bit thin but the heavy malt and mild carbonation give it a nice smoothness . the taste is terrific for a pale ale . it starts off rich and malty more sweet than smoky . the hops bite hard at the end with an astringent finish . again a great pale ale but not quite the weight or intensity of flavor you might want in a holiday beer . drinkability very . this is a very tasty brew nice flavor without a ton of body or a huge abv . i could drink more than a few of these . if you frequent this site you know that redhook is pretty much synonymous with mediocrity . this brew however is solid . i liked it a lot . not the best seasonal per se but a really tasty ale .,aroma,0.6,1
i had the beer at the sequoia brewing company with their beer batter fish n chips and it is an excellent pairing . taste served off a nitrous tap the beer had a creamy texture with hints of coffee and a smoky finish . it is an easy drinking irish stout that will not disappoint you . good flavor .,aroma,0.6,1
okay so i could care less about the brew i just had to collect the bottle . but i might as well review it . i m usually not much of a pale ale fan but this was pretty good . the appearance was light golden . the head was thick and did n t want to go down quite impressive indeed . when drinking it i first tasted the sweet malts and then a grapefruit like bitterness kicked in . all in all the beer was okay . not bad but nothing i would seek out unless you wanted to collect the bottle like me . i would drink it again if somebody offerred it to me but i was n t impressed .,aroma,0.6,1
had on tap at zoobrew . a came to me a golden yellow color . half finger white head shows light retention . watery light lace falls back into the beer as i drink . s this beer smells very green . lots of green onion to it that almost overpowers everything . hints of a light bitter hop but once again this green onion stink weed aroma come from this . no real malt backbone comes through . the aroma is pretty bad though . t light bitter hops on the beer gives way to green onion in the flavor . this does die down a little to show off a light biscuity malt backbone toward the middle before another assault of green onion comes through with a medium alcohol finish . m light mouthfeel . carbonation was ok for the style . green onion galore is left on the palate . aftertaste is alcohol and green onion . flavors were poor and watery most of the time . off flavors included the green onion from not letting the beer sit long enough . light drying on the palate from the alcohol . o this ipa was too green to serve in the first place . the horrible aroma and flavors should have kept this one from being served . abv was in the right range but the flavors were a mess . i would have dumped this one and not served it to the public if i were them .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a dark mahogany black with a sustained bead . smells of rich dark roast light coffee fruity yeast and light alcohol . when cold all i could taste were roasted flavors a sharp carbonation and a woody slightly smokey hop flavor maybe chinook . as it warmed up considerable caramel sweetness emerge . this made the beer hang together and the sharp malt and hop flavors played nice with caramel and considerable fruitiness . body is on the full side of medium . it s a decent porter but i would change the hops or the yeast . i do n t see how he brewers imagined fruitiness and smoke would compliment each other .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle poured into a tulip . thanks to domtronzero for tossing this one in as an extra . a pours a crystal clear yellow color . produced a massive white frothy head with some serious retention behind it . it is just clinging to the glass with lots of bubbly lacing . s a nice woody pine and creamy citrus of pineapple grapefruit and lemon . crisp . t has a rather tart profile with some serious pineapple grapefruit citrus up front . tons of citrus in this that really borderlines on tartness level . some minimal woody pine . m a tad higher carbonation level than you would expect from the style but it really is not too bothersome . really crisp because of it though with really potent citrus . some bitterness . d slightly different yet interesting take on a massively over made style these days . huge citrus with ever present bitterness . good but i prefer their regular ipa .,aroma,0.9,1
perfectly opaque black beer with a creamy tan head . aroma of dark fruit licorice roasted malt . taste is perfect . rich malty sweetness and a good amount of roasted coffee barley notes . exceptionally smooth nitro . and has a dark toasty slightly bitter aftertaste . mouthfeel also perfect . almost like a dessert custard thats how smooth and creamy this stout is . drinkability was outstanding for a pretty big beer . i would love to have more of this but i never see it in the midwest .,aroma,0.7,1
this from a trade with absumaster . this . bottle conditioned beer pours a deep orange brown with a small light tan head . nose is mainly of sweetened cinnamon like spice with other odors below i can not name or make out . attractive though unusual . i did n t realize this wasn in fact a spiced beer when i tried it . taste is of alcohol not well hidden some sense of dark sweet fruity malt and a peripheral taste of the cinnamon from the nose . aside from the alcohol a very enjoyable beer but the . should be better masked .,aroma,0.9,1
i m not a huge lager fan in general although most of them i ve tried are macros but if i m at a bar and it has no good beer i can enjoy most nonlight macrobrews . a friend left me some heinekens he had brought over a couple nights ago so i figured i d give it a go . it poured a nice clear yellow with some foam which soon settled . the smell was pretty strong and had a little bit of a bite to it but litterally as soon as i got a whiff my mouth began watering . at this point i m pretty optomistic . the taste is rather metalic and dry . a little bitter but more than anything very mineral water like . i m just going to leave it at the fact that i will be giving away the othe he left here .,aroma,0.8,1
i think this is a great i m a college student beer . it definitely knocks the socks off of any of the american light beers thats for sure . i usually stick to heineken when i m out in a bar but now i have an alternative that wo n t increase the size of my belly .,aroma,0.9,1
best by abv pours a clear and dark ruby color with a nice off white head that leaves some nice lacing in the glass . small sparse bubbles rise to the top of the glass . the name of the beer and its appearance are well matched . smell is abundantly hoppy with marshmallow y malt notes in the background . taste is on the hoppy side of the scale but not all that unbalanced . i just would n t say that this beer is very balanced . perhaps with some aging it will appear more balanced . long after the initial hoppy taste is gone the malt sticks around in the shadows . mouthfeel is slick at first followed by a nice dryness . very drinkable even at abv .,aroma,0.7,1
looks nice . dark brown almost black with some tan head that falls fast but leaves nice lacy rings . the aroma is of cocoa and grapefruit orange and floral notes . the flavor falls with weak watery wheat and faint caramel trying to back up some strong citrus and pine notes . not good balance on that . hops overpower and it says nothing of winter to me . the mouthfeel is thin and too fizzy . i want my below .,aroma,0.8,1
where ever i go i pick up beer from local breweries . i bought a six pack from a freezer in a well frequented gas station around exit on i . the first thing that hit me was a distinct cotton candy taste . way too sweet for any beer style i would know of . the caramel malt lingered for a while to get washed away by sourness and a bitter not hoppy just bitter aftertaste . i assumed the bottle cap had n t sealed correctly and discarded the beer as spoiled . i carefully smelled the second bottle and got hit by sour cotton candy . i poured the beer to see if it is cloudy or somehow off color but it poured nice . i had another sip but had to fight just to swallow . reading the other reviews i am not sure if i got a bad batch or a six pack close to being spoiled . what i bought and tried consuming was the worst beer i ever had and believe me i had my fair share of first batch home brews .,aroma,0.2,0
a fantastic ruby red color and covered in with a great head . s slight malt hop aroma dominated by a great roasted pecan scent . t this is a fantastic beer for its originality and bringing an different nut to the brown ale . good malt flavor coupled with a slight hp flavor . it has undertones of that wonderful roasted pecan flavor that i havent seen before . very sweet and balanced beer . d m crisp light and flavorful with a good carbonation .,aroma,0.7,1
a crystal clear amber eggshell head . good lacing . s a hint of hops caramel malt . well balanced aroma . t m medium bodied plenty of carbonation . the flavor is a slightly toasted caramel malt with a nice earthy hop balance . unfortunately there is also a very metallic taste toward the end and in the aftertaste . d if not for the metallic flavor this beer would be great . it s still drinkable so long as you re prepared for the sensation that you ve been licking iron nails .,aroma,0.8,1
ounce bottle picked up at a local store because i had to buy some fourth beer . poured into a brandy snifter . vision no matter what attempt is made this beer can not produce any head . violent pouring violent agitation and violent prodding all fail to produce anything but a minor bubble cascade . there is little carbonation although that is n t a problem . as color goes this beer is murky brown . in the dim lights of my apartment i can just detect a cola brown hue . held up to a light it is apparent that the color is identical to dark soft drink . bouquet the bouquet is very very faint . at first it hints of hazelnut almonds and something woody . as more attempts are made to discern the nature of this brew it begins to nauseate one . it reminds me of nuts splashed upon comiskey park bathroom stalls . it is unfortunate it ca n t go beyond that as it just begins to sicken me . flavor profile can i even say it has one . it has bitterness if you let it linger on your palate but there is very little flavor . i want something more. where are my malts in this eba . they barely exist within my orifice before they run in fear from the bitter units . the smells do not match the flavors at all . i begin to detect a woody almost nutty flavor that is only a ghost of what may be there . quickly it dissipates and leaves nothing but sour feelings on my tongue and disposition . the finish is not clean and unwelcome . it is off sour and ravishing my mouth and lips . i wanted the flavor to help me determine that unusual bouquet but alas that is not possible . oral sensations this is the one shining moment of this beer . it is full bodied . the presence is what i wish many other brews could have . i was pleasantly shocked how it grasped to my tongue my lips my soft palate my throat . it is hugging me but not oppressively . unfortunately due to its flavor profile this mouth feel leaves me angry in the end . closing i would not buy this again . i do n t care if i paid less than for this bottle it is not worth it in the least . i would rather pay double the price for something far more enjoyable than try this beer . hopefully future brown ales can bring my spirits back up to what they used to be before i was dashed by the angry mod suited man and his army of crazed bottles .,aroma,0.3,0
a fan of great divide beers i was surprised to discover one i do not like and this is it . way over the top it seems it can not decide whether it wants to be coffee or stout . cloying sweet combined with full alcohol strength . this is meat for somebody else . an expensive waste of time .,aroma,0.8,1
this is my first beer review on this site so you may wish to take it with a grain of salt . i decided to do an esb face off between this and fuller s esb both of which were new to me . this one was a clear winner . the color was an attractive reddish caramel . as for the odor maybe my sense of smell was n t at its best but i did n t detect much of a scent . the taste was very smooth not nearly as bitter as one would expect from an esb with a hint of caramel . fuller s was a bit sweeter and i m not a big fan of sweetness in beer unless it s derived from chocolate . the aftertaste was also unobtrustive . i m used to beers of this type sitting on the tongue and leaving a somewhat skunky flavor behind . this one went down smoothly and did n t linger . this is unlike any esb i ve had and preferable to those that i ve tried . i ll definitely revisit this one .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle purchased from bevmo in brea . poured almost black with brown edges with a one inch brown head that dissipated quickly . looked like a chocolate porter . wow this has a truly repulsive smell . it smells like an ocean near a polluted river mouth after a rain mixed with seaweed . i almost did n t want to take a sip expecting the worst . however the taste is nothing like the smell thankfully . i was surprised by the lack of chocolate there is a roasted grain taste but no associated chocolate . instead there is quite a bit of sour acidic taste . it is n t terrible but it was n t great either . i did n t really get any normal porter flavors . this bottle was slightly under carbonated and a bit watery . because of the terrible smell it s hard to bring this one close to your lips and therefore the drinkability is sabotaged . i ve heard it s a lot better on tap so i d be willing to give it another shot mostly because i ca n t believe a beer could smell this bad and hopefully i just snagged a bad bottle . overall though proceed with caution .,aroma,0.2,0
poured into a tumbler at church key . a simple and nice dark amber body that leads to a more brown color . a tan collar but not much head but the collar stays throughout drinking . looks good to me i say . american ipas . so many so little time but one thing i have known about every ipa i ve had is that it usually has an obvious sometimes strong nose . i whisk my nose to the glass i smell. at first . nothing . that s it bubkis . seriously this is really closed clean smelling trying some big whiff perhaps a faint malt . really not impressed . taste luckily improves marginally . a hop bitter is first but also kind of sour . no malt backbone to taste at all but at least there is hop but it s kind of ordinary . middle of the road ipa and not very dynamic thus reflecting the overall feeling i have for this drink .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a dark brown black color . thin head that leaves a nice residue as the beer is drunk . not a lot of smell maybe a little malty sweetness but you got ta inhale deeply to get anything . i can taste the honey from the name and maybe a slight coffee flavor . tastes like a darker beer and is pretty heavy . it s a full bodied beer . could drink this for a dinner . it goes down nicely . no real complaints . but i m not craving another either .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle picked up from dranken geers . looks black little bit of dark tan head but it goes away after a while . wow this smells hoppy . i have never smelled this amount of hops in an ris i get a lot of really citrusy hops maybe some toasty chocolate under it but the hops dominate wish i could know when this was bottled . bottle says best before taste is hoppy on the front i get some roasted coffee chocolate on the end quite bitter citrusy . mouthfeel is good mouthcoating bitterness lowish carbonation just what i look for in an ris alcohol is warming but not overpowering . overall i am really enjoying this tastes more like a black ipa than an ris to me . probably going to age my other bottle to see if the hops mellow out . edit i m going to lower my rating a bit because i think its actually too hoppy which is not what i normally look for in an ris and makes it a bit dimensional hides the chocolates and the coffees . it is really interesting though .,aroma,0.9,1
it was my pride and joy to drink this . first beer i have smelled that instantly brought me back to sticking my nose in a bag of fresh hops . the head was good with a lace left on the side of the glass . because of the smell i anticipated a very bitter taste and was surprised to taste a smooth and slightly fruity . this is a summer session beer that i can not keep my nose out of the glass . floyd s was pretty highly recommended to me and i am happy to say this vastly exceeded expectations . well done,aroma,1.0,1
vintage not much of a pop form the cork . pours a bit flat . oaky reddisih brown pour . the nose is cheesy with a hint of lemon . the flavor is a bit oak dominated and does n t quite come together probably my least favorite cantillon but i wonder if it s just me because jean van roy seems so happy when i purchased it .,aroma,0.8,1
i poured this into a snifter since the champange flute is too small for me to be drinking out of . the head is that of a champ . lots of tiny bubbles just carbonation out of control . the aroma was alcoholic and sweet . the taste was a little citrusy dry and a backbone of malt . the hops were slightly presesnt with a spiciness but the sweet alochol overpowered most of the brew . the mouthfeel is sticky sweet and not good when warmed . not something that i try again . i had it for the experience and i m glad for that . my friend and i did n t even finish the bottle it s just not that good a brew for my tastebuds .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a nice deep amber color with an inch thick white head with great retention . unfermented and cloudy with heavy carbonation . smell is incredible . a big sugar smell is predominant accompanied by nice dark malts . also a good plum smell along with other dark fruits . the taste starts with immediate dark fruits plum and raisin . a good bit of alcohol and spice also help to balance perfectly with the fruit flavors . mouthfeel is very light and crisp . there is a nice thickness to it as well that makes it incredibly smooth . drinkable beer for a strong abv . nice balance all the way around makes this a great beer . with the amount of flavor it still has a nice drinkability making this an excellent selection .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from oz bottle into pint glass . a dark amber brown color . head is tan but hardly sticks around . some carbonation on the glass but not much . good lacing . s some malt characters bread and toffee mostly . after that not to much going on in the nose . very subtle hints of hops but that s reaching for it . t m the first taste is dry and very balanced . great bready malt going on . but also that hop character and some dryness . good caramel and toffee comes through here as well . very smooth and decent body although no very heavy . d very drinkable beer . this one has good character and is well put together . the appearance lacks but not a big deal . i would suggest picking this up .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance you d be hard pressed to tell this was n t a high end ipa . rich deep brown with a finger of head that dissipates and disappears streaking the glass . smell is incredible pure piney grapefruity hops with a veneer of rich malt . taste starts strong and like a west coast ipa . and then it just disappears falling off the table like a stone . no finish at all . and that in itself is amazing . finishes like an unsweetened soda . another extreme beer from brewdog that i have been waiting and waiting to try and it did not disappoint . extreme in what it does n t have alcohol . extreme in that it was super hoppy . almost hop tea which is what i was expecting frankly . extreme and i love it imperfect though it must be . love to give this another try . i am very grateful that it was available by the bottle at the new brewdog bar in edinburgh in the cowgait .,aroma,1.0,1
there is n t much like this . at first blush it smells like rotten fruit and maple syrup . i let it sit in a cordial glass and the smell evened out eventually . of course no head this being a year old brew vintage . i taste it and it is strongly reminiscent of port made with maple syrup . best tasting ever . no . most complex . quite possibly . this is a one of a kind . it is n t something i d like ot have often but it is more than worth a shot if you can get your hands on some .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz . bottle into a tulip pint glass . a clear light amber color with over one finger of diminishing off white foam head . light lacing remains on the glass . s airy toast is diluted by the thick carbon dioxide presence . hops are weakly piney not really able to register . t begins dry with moderate pale malt that definitely brings more toast than in the smell as well as some caramel . carbonic acidity is fairly aggressive toward the middle largely blocking any hop aromatics that might otherwise develop . there is a thread of medium roast that injects some interest back into the flavor during the middle while esters are also detected . the finish is mildly grainy and herbaceous with faint bitterness that does not linger . m thin to medium viscosity slightly acidic on the palate with moderate carbonation . d o basically a forgettable contribution to the style this pale ale apologizes at every opportunity with the hope that no one will find it unappealing and cuts corners in the process . hops could be described as ghost like here if only there were some actually haunting this beer . the most surprising thing about this beer is that it is allowed on the menu at beachwood bbq .,aroma,0.4,0
trois pistoles ml . . abv brewer unibroue style belgian strong dark ale bdsa glass duvel tulip presentation detailed dark hued artwork depicting three steeples of a church and a pegasus in the background . the symbolism is confusing to say the least . appearance from smoking pop to a turbulent frothing head this brew looks vicious . it settles down below an off white cap murky reddish brown under light . aroma grassy and a bit metallic also spritzy . taste heavy toasted undertones slapped with a veneer of molten dark chocolate . it has a balanced spice profile dark cherries and caramel mid sip . the finish is sweet and slightly warming from the alcohol . dry chalky finish . mouthfeel the deliciously chewy malt backbone is a pleasure to swish around my mouth . medium to heavy bodied . harmony a very harmonious brew zen almost . flavors are rounded but not for lack of flavor . on the sweeter end of the spectrum . would i get it again . yes . it s very drinkable but dense with flavor . bottled . best before served december price . at witherspoon wines,aroma,0.6,1
smuggled this baby back from wi to the east coast . poured from a oz . bottle into a snifter . the fluid is a bright copper color with a glow to it . the head that formed was miniscule but a small amount of lacing was retained around the edge of the glass . the smell is amazing . . it smells like a tart apple pie with distinctions resembling a crust and apple peel . there are also hints of clove . there is also an underlying cidery foundation in the smell . a drink reveals a very quaffable brew with a decent malty sweetness up front quickly giving way to a apple cidery pie flavor and a tart dry finish . wow . very nice indeed . not sickeningly sweet like a lot of fruit beers hard cider products but enough apple tartness to let you know the ingredient was used . mouthfeel is medium light with a healthy amount of carbonation and a dry finish . the drinkability is quite good as the beer does n t have an overwhelming apple sweetness but is more geared toward the apple tartness .,aroma,1.0,1
this is one tasty wheat dunkel . the head was exceptionally large even when poured relatively slowly . light brown coffee coloured . the beer is not black or brown but a dark dark caramel toffee somewhat moccha and very singular . the head is thick and viscous and very solid chunky . the aroma is deliciously sweet recalling grape juice raisins and fruity sweet yeast akin to some belgian fruit beers . the aroma was very bewildering i did not expect this sweetness but the surprise was welcomed i love a sweet beer . so the malt combines supremely with the yeast and exudes an ultra sweet aroma mouth wateringly rich . there are some drier smells hops hiding in the background but i picked out mostly the tart sugariness of the nose . this really smells like a yeasty belgian but i am sure the germans have been producing this wonderful yeasty smell for just as long as the belgians . however it is the first german beer i have tried with such strong yeasty sweet fruitiness . ambrosial . the taste is very sweet too where the dark malt announces itself but not like a stout this malt makes itself more known as a grainy sweet creamy caramel . i suppose the wheat is detectable but the barley malt is too . grapes dates dusty yeast flowery sweet honey and candy like flavours . the two malts make for a crisp and highly refreshing dark lager . this is exceptional and it suits my personal palate very well . dark sweet yeasty and preeminently drinkable . i could quaff these all day summer or winter .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance poured a crystal clear light yellow color . half finger bubbly white head with minimal retention . visible carbonation . no lacing . smell mild grassy malts . apple juice nose and not much else . taste sour bitter corn malts . mouthfeel thin to medium bodied with a big carbonation bite . very sour . drinkability the beer looks bad doesn t smell too bad but the taste is pretty bad . very bitter and sour without many redeeming qualities . buy again . no,aroma,0.6,1
bottle into old spec pint glass big off white creamy head very hazy dark orange body . no real discernible nose slight slight hops . taste is a decent bitterness nothing exterme but nothing really noticeable or impressive . slight malts and a straightforward mild bitterness . the feel is fine and as is the drinkability . perhaps it is a bit too thick and not carbonated enough for such a feel .,aroma,0.4,0
found this gem at a local beer store . first brew i try from these guys . let s hope for good things . oz bottle . a a dark black with some lighter highlights around the edges . a thick and half inch tan head that fades at a decent pace . good . s a nice roasty bitter chocolate scent upfront followed by some hints of vanilla and raisin . a nice cocoa on the backend . good . t a very roasty brew blended with a smoky grassy taste . a watery vanilla roast in the middle and a mild chile type taste on the back . hmm lacked here for sure . almost like a watery ash tray . eh . m medium body with a super thick carbonation . a roasty finish . decent . d the strange blend of flavors makes this one tougher . eh . all in all such a huge disappointment for the . i paid . highway robbery . not quality in my book . maybe if you like overly smoky roasty brew then you may not mind this otherwise avoid .,aroma,0.8,1
clear amber colored beer with a small yellowish white head not really what i could call tan . smell is slightly herbal smells slightly woody and vaguely like tobacco . ok malt scent not an aromatic beer really . starts out mildly sweet with a decent herbal hop assault . tastes of butter and malt mostly medium low bitterness level . not really an american style ipa more like the british version . actually this tastes more like a bitter . mouthfeel is ok . overall . not that great . tastes bland .,aroma,0.4,0
oz brown glass pry top bottle thanks to forgetfu . epic . bonus . bottled jun . pours a tawny crimson with very thin head that dissipates to nothing quickly . nose is amazing . sour cherry earthy soil fruit leathers saddle leather cranberry pomegranate craisins dark chocolate . i mean this nose goes on and on and on . could smell it all week . palate is tart then biting sour right up front . flavors of big juicy cabernet and black sour cherries dominate . then saddle leather peach pit cranberry big time raisins dried black figs dried berries fresh black berries and on and on and on . the best avery sour i ve had and one of the best sours i ve had produced in north america . this is an epic bottling truly the definition of complex beautifully balanced and drinks very very well at such a young age . i wish i had of these in my cellar but alas this is was my only one . awesome .,aroma,1.0,1
a this is a gross yellow color just like the other macros s this actually smells worse than most light beers . i stopped drinking this beer because of the smell t the taste is mediocre . it tastes mostly like water with a bit of bitter hops and some alcohol . m d it is moderately easy to drink one of these but i do n t think i want to . bottom line cheap way to get drunk but i would rather spend or times more per beer and drink or times less beers and just be less drunk than to drink this stuff . cheers,aroma,0.2,0
pours a sparkling pale brown . some thin foamy white head that lasts for a little bit but nothing crazy . some backseat hops there with a bit of malt . sort of a non present nose . very backseat not super apparent . a bit disappointing a beer named hop hazard should burn the nose hairs out of my schnoz with hop aroma . taste fulfills the hoppy name very solid american style pale ale . there is some coriander and a bit of citric bite aside from the hop bitterness . not quite enough to be called an ipa but this will be a good session beer for hopheads and is enjoyable for anybody that values a quality brew . mouthfeel is decent a little bit overcarbonated but overall not too bad . drinkability is pretty decent harmed a little by the overcarbonation but not too bad at all .,aroma,0.4,0
always up for trying a new american ia and this already looks like a winner . color is straight out of casting golden copper with a solid finger of white head and fantastic lacing already crowding the rim . the nose is one of my best ipa aromas ever with a powerful yet less aggressive hop blast full of fruit and floral notes and only flavored with pine not dominated by it . the taste does n t disappoint either with late breaking pine following a broad balanced opening sip . texture and aftertaste match the flavor well . this is n t your typical hop bomb but is worth trying f ou even a moderate hop head . i find this complex but still easy to drink . do n t even mention the seven and a half percent that makes it almost a dipa . extremely impressive stuff from these salt lake city brewers .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a slightly cloudy somewhat amber color . the head is somewhat small but a little thin layer lingers around for a while and does lace a little . smell is pretty dang good . smells like cherries and more cherries . and maybe a little malt but mostly cherries . more flavors are noticable than scents . i can definitly taste cherry and malt . there s a hint of wheat and a small hint of hops noticed at the rear . pretty good . mouthfeel is n t bad but is n t spectacular a little above average . the carbonation level fits the beer nicely . as far as drinkability goes i could drink quite a few but could see myself getting tired of cherries eventually .,aroma,0.9,1
a a most intimidating label with a wise owl staring back . the body is colored a deep orange with soft caramel accents swirled about pretty deep color overall with a hint of crimson as well . the cap grew quickly and laid an ecru colored fluff bomb on top with lasting power . a few strong blobs of foam remain nicely attached to the glass s i am really questioning if a pumpkin pie is crammed into the bottle . the smell is near perfect . it has all the whiffs required for a fresh made pie . the usual spices nutmeg cinnamon and maybe a few crushed cloves softly intermingle with a sugar cookie pale malt kind of smell t ahh tasty . i find that the nose gives high expectations for the palate and things are a little weaker than i had hoped for . it s not that i do n t like it far from it . the brown sugar crusted malts make things great and when paired with delicate caramel flavors is banging . the spiciness is in control and in a good way . pretty balanced overall . if i have any quarrels it is that i find no hops to be tickling the tongue not a big deal for me though considering the style m good marks in the body as well . it has a slight zip to it somewhat coarse with bubbles . i find the mouthfeel to be medium . things are moving well d what is most commendable about this beer is that things are in harmony . the flavors are locked in well and make drinking easy . i have found over the years that sometimes these seasonal brews can be spice bombs that lend a bad and feeble experience . not the best pumpkin ale i have had . but darn good . and by far one of the best smelling .,aroma,1.0,1
straight up i will tell you that i tried this beer as a joke . i fully expected to hate it before even trying it so my review may be a bit biased . on pouring i thought to myself how can a beer that is so strong look like a generic lager . boring straw yellow and quickly dissipating head . oh joy . i sarcastically exclaimed . but then it hit me . what the hell am i doing . has my life gotten to this point already . sureley it has i thought as i smelled it s fruity essence . here i go i thought as i braced myself for what i was sure would amount to suicide of my tastebuds . and then it happened . i found my meaning in life . sweet nectar of the gods . this seductive brew is unlike anything i have ever tasted . rapture on high . . . it s syrupy sweetness clinging to my mouth as a jolt of copper smacks me in the throat . praise be . . . i said as the volatile fumes took hold of my brain . that is my last memory before waking up in a ditch covered in marmalade . to be honest . i m afraid to try this beer again .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy golden color with a large head that recedes to about a quarter inch thickness . carbonation is only visible near the edge of the glass . some lacing is left in my glass . the smell is of banana and slight saison like funk . the beginning of the taste contains a light sweet malt then i get a touch of what seems like strawberry and a bit of sourness . this is indeed a unique beer the mouthfeel is of medium thickness but it is quite effervescent . overall this is a spectacular beer but from what i have read each batch is different . it is however not much of a blonde ale .,aroma,0.6,1
dogfish head prety much is expected to deliver great beers this is no exception . this beer doens t fall easily into any one category . it has a dark amber color and a smooth caramel head . the smell is modest at best it does n t promise or note anything special at all and it was really hard to determine what the smell really highlighted . the taste however amazing . . imagine a drinking a mixture of abbey ales and american strong ales with wheat beer notes but leading closely to fruit notes . the fruit notes of apple cherry and slight orange ring out all over the taste and do n t overwhelm . the aftertaste is clean and lovely . i loved this beer i wish i have had more than a half pint i would have sipped on this kid all night long . . once again thanks common market and charlotte beer club for letting this experience take place .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a pint glass . a nice dark amber color with a big fluffy head that sinks into my glass quickly and produces some nice elongated lacing . some bubbles are sticking to the side of the glass . s very goodly smell of malts and some faint raspberry juice in the background biscut qualities too . t a bit bitter to start out with malts but little sweetness also tastes watered down pretty disappointed since i like the smell so much . m watery and thin this was n t the mouthfeel i was looking for . d started off good but ended badly not recommended .,aroma,0.8,1
pours dark mahogany with a light brown bubbly head . roasty malty aroma with some molasses and bread . watery mouthfeel really detracts from this one . toffee caramel ice cream topping and a metallic bite round out the taste . tart finish . disappointing .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass appearance and smell poured a clean orange copper with a this white head which stuck around the edge of the glass a bit . smelled of sweet pumpkin ginger some definite brown sugar and a bit of nutmeg clove and toast . pretty pleasantly sweet smelling brew . taste and mouthfeel tasted of pumpkin ginger plenty of assorted spice and plenty of very sweet brown sugar flavor in this as labeled . the brew was light to medium bodied with a pretty subtle earthy hop presence which really was n t enough bitterness to override the sweetness in this which mad this kind of a treat . drinkability this was a very drinkable brew nothing overwhelming in the least . there s just enough uniqueness in this brew to keep it interesting throughout particulary the heavy sweet notes hiding in this thing . i d definitely drink this again .,aroma,0.9,1
stamped on the label . good for at least ten years after the bottling date . well i ca n t drop this much money on a beer to not drink it for years . poured into a mikkeller oversized wine glass . appearance this kriek has such a deep color . its beet red with no clarity . the pink head fades quickly . no lacing and really not even a collar . aroma wow there s that amazing fonteinen funk . such a stinky awesome aroma . a lot of horseblanket and goat cheese . some cat piss and cow manure is mixed in there . it pretty much smells exactly like a stable . if you wanted to know what reviewers mean by horseblanket look no further than this beer . cherries come out with gentle swirling . it smells like sour cherry pits stems and skins . taste sourness is not big by any means in fact this is basically just as tart as a sour cherry . lots of old cellar damp oak funky yeast sour cherry skins and pits comprise this complex flavor profile . the cherries are merely an accent not the main attraction . but they really come alive on the finish and lingering aftertaste . they allow the lambic to remain raw funky and unsweetened . mouthfeel very low carbonation but what s there teams up with the gentle pucker and high acidity to create a lively beer . the body is surprisingly thick and a little slick . overall this is darn good . i love the funky aroma most of all . this beer s acidity is high thus making it one to take slowly .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into a standard pint glass . a jet black some light gets through around the rim of the glass showing a beautiful ruby color . wisps of tan head that dissipate quickly but some light lacing . s coffee notes are right up front with chocolate and caramel and a little bit of a nutty character even some smoke . not what i d expect from an irish stout but i ca n t keep my nose out of this it s that good . t lighter in flavor than the aroma would suggest chocolate is again apparent fading into the roasty coffee tones toward the end and in the aftertaste . a very lightly buttery diacetyl . flavor but in balance and not at all unpleasant . m maybe a little undercarbonated for the style but i ll forever compare any irish stout to guinness and this is n t nitrogenated . very smooth even a little slick from the diacetyl and light going down . a tiny hint of alcohol burn hints that this is probably higher gravity that what you d expect . d in a word fantastic . i got two bottles from a friend who visited the brewery and ended up drinking both in one night .,aroma,1.0,1
i bought this in a mixed six pack at charles st. liquors in boston . so far only the hampshire special was any good . this is another lame beer like their pale ale . dull gold color and a weak white head . no aroma worth noting . taste is fuller and hoppier than the pale but still pretty tame for an ipa . probably comes up to just below my idea of a pale ale . i know the category is english ipa but it just does n t do much for me .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at the nook on . a a dark dirty brown with a small tan head that dissipates quickly . looks thick . s feint bourbon maybe dark fruit . not very potent . t dark fruit up front before a big burst of alcohol sugary sweetness and a caramel note . the barrel aging ads just a peek of wood and vanilla giving this a slight bourbon tang . very complex with flavors blending together very quickly . m thick and tacky sticks to the jaws . d overall a delicious old ale . but one is enough at this alcohol level .,aroma,0.6,1
makes me think of beer syrup . such a deep tawny amber . you can tell the liquid wants to stick to the side of the glass . no head and cant see any bubbling due to the beers opacity not the best looking belgian i ve seen . the aroma is thick with heavily caramelized bananas and dates.sometimes it reminds me of nail polish . you can smell the body of this beer . the taste is an insanely sweet beer . lots of fruity caraemels malts . then a soft plum slowly fruit follows towards the finish . just a potpurri of dark fruits . and alcohol . although for alcohol it is integrated very well with the dark fruits . only one a week for me if it was more readily available .,aroma,0.6,1
a hazy yellow highly carbonated soda pop head that dissipates quickly s yep definitely a peach beer but pleasant . t definitely do not drink this one too cold . much better balance when not right out of the fridge . my first impression was sour peaches . however as it gets warmer there are some pleasant malts on the front end . still finishes with a sour peach flavor like the hops and peaches are fighting for supremacy . m there are probably plenty that like this style but for me i had to double check that i did n t purchase a cider by mistake . it was very thin and was gone before i knew it . d if you like wheat beers this will probably work for you . i just did n t like it well enough to run out and purchase another . new glarus belgian red still ranks with me in fruit beers .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bomber into pint glass a nearly white head disappeared quickly no lacing hazy golden orange amber gives a nice appearance . s a really good apricot scent dominates its aroma you pour your glass . t apricot takes the lead on the flavor but there are sweet bread and grains now also . slight bitterness . a fruit beer i enjoyed and would seek out again for a summertime event . . m light in mouth feel and body to slake that summer thirst . i would like more carbonation . o fits the apricot blonde name very well . a great summertime brew and the best fruit beer ive had . i would like to take this to the next backyard event i go to as i believe it would be received very well . not sure where the paragon is coming from my bomber is just labeled dry dock apricot blonde,aroma,0.9,1
a pale cloudy yellow with a thin white head s smells like tart wheat . medium strength t comes in with a great and smooth taste of tart wheats . really good . ends with a taste that reminds me of banana champagne m medium creamy carbonation with a crisp finish o this is definitely an easy and fun beer to drink . the germans might really be making this style the best . it tastes so much more genuine and pure than the other that i ve had .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a very cloudy orange . thin head . this is the cloudiest ipa i have ever seen . this has offsmells right off the bat . animal urine and feces . very sweet with pine overtones . taste is off the scale as this style should be in the hop department . pine forests sweet malts and alcohol and hop bittering . great typy taste . mouth feel is medium but the bitternes takes it off the scale in the drinkibility department . this is a sipper ipa . other than the offsmels.this was a good offering .,aroma,0.4,0
this is the first beer i have tried by founders that i do not particularly care for . its okay but only a tad above average in most categories . the color is a good brownish amber . no head no lace . slightly flat . smell is malty and there are some woody hop essences . all the smells are present on the tongue too but when you compare this against a robert the bruce as an example there is no comparison . this one is a minor leaguer .,aroma,0.8,1
feb i came back to this brew because i remember i like it . but i guess through many many beers it still pretty good . i was just hoping that it had a greater effect like the last time i had it . i gave it a good score because it needs recognition . nutty dark brown beer head was thick but did n t last long so you better be quick about it . taste is being alter because i think i saw the yeast from the bottom slide in with the beer . so it has the yeast present a little . label is really has a picture that i do n t understand the meaning too . maybe a female can interrupt it .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance coffee color . very little head . smell roasted malts and cocoa powder . very little aroma at all . taste surprisingly subtle . not chocolaty like i was expecting . it s really like a very light stout . it s good but honestly i was expecting more for the i spent on it . drinkability for how dark the beer is it s really fantastic . this beer was basically the easiest drinking stout i ve ever had .,aroma,0.4,0
been hanging on to the bottle for too long now . time to get into it . head retention could be a bit better but it could be the glass . pitch black color with a thick foam tan head . it settles to a thin lace . low carbonation . textbook aroma . roasty some coffee and chocolate . decadent . a touch of alcohol hints at the strength . taste and mouthfeel just do n t live up to the expectations here . a huge build up but it s not quite met . not enough substance to back up what is expected . goes down much to light . the taste leaves the mouth much too quickly so you never get the satisfaction of enjoying what has so much potential . just finishes way too quickly . overall it s still an enjoyable beer . just seems too thin . a bit more body and this would be fantastic .,aroma,0.9,1
the beer was served in my imperial pint glass . appearance the beer has a bright amber orange coloration . the head is thick and a off white biege . the head is long lasting and leaves rings of foam . tight bubbles of carbonation escape to the top of the beer . in short the beer looks deliscious . smell the aroma of the beer is full of hoppy promises . oily pine tar resins combine with a citrus and tropical fruits explosions of grapefruit lemon mango and pineapple bombard my nose . taste the flavor of the beer is milder on the hops than i expected . the beer leads in with a resinous pine . this gives way to a subdued grapefruit and citrus combo . the beer then turns grassy in notes on the backend . the malt backbone of this beer is a constant companion in the taste . the flavor is very long lasting . mouthfeel drinkability the most notable quality of mouthfeel is the oilyness . this oilyness streches the flavor of the beer out and is very welcome . the body of the beer is medium . this is a very nice dipa . i could drink a few bombers of this in a setting .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer is available locally both in the bottle or on tap . the color is a clear honey amber . this is not a heavy ale and is highly drinkable on a hot summer day . nothing truly distinctive or enjoyable about the aroma . has reasonable body for this type of beer . taste is slightly sweet and malty little hops note . beer finishes dry with a slight earthy aftertaste that some may find to be offputing . i have noted that the quality is slightly variable or perhaps it is me but this can be a really enjoyable beer or not so enjoyable . it is a decent alternative to the mass market beers when eating spicy foods and on hot days . like most beers it is almost always better on tap than in the bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
this is one of those beers that i wanted to like but it did n t really live up to expectations . pours a deep muddy brown with cherry wood highlights . not much head formed even with an aggressive pour . it s not a highly carbonated style but this one s pretty much flat short of a tiny white sheen on the top . no lacing either . the nose is excellent . chocolate caramel dark breads a little honey and molasses . no issues there . the flavor however is a bit of a letdown . it pretty much tastes like dark malt extract . the nuances from the nose did n t really carry over . just straight ahead sweet maltiness . caramel and molasses are really the only noticeable flavors and the hops are mia . it s not bad but it s a bit simplistic . coming from eggenberg you can definitely make the connection with this beer and it s bigger brothers from the samichlaus line . texture is appropriately sticky but needs more carbonation . one of these was enough . if you re craving something that exemplifies dark malt flavors above and beyond anything this is up your alley . i just wish it had some flavor nuances like the better db s . definitely not bad but nothing i d seek out again .,aroma,0.9,1
i am very unimpressed by this beer sad to say . a looks good dark almost amber appearance . head disappears fast . s not a lot to it . maybe very faint wheat smell . t again not much here . was really hoping for more . seemed a little to carbonated to me as well . d probably the best part . i could have a lot of them but unfortunately i would n t . was really hoping for more out of this beer when i purchased it . oh well guess what there are other hefeweizens out there .,aroma,0.4,0
nice light golden color . leaves a light white lace around the pint glass . smells like fruit predominately green apple . tastes like green apple candy . very drinkable . this would be suitable for the person who is n t a huge craft beer drinker . i appreciate magic hat pushing the limits . this is a decent beer . cheers .,aroma,0.8,1
at long last i was finally able to snag the great westy pours a deep brown with a suprisingly thin head that was gone pretty quickly not leaving anything behind.whoa the aromas are just incredibly complex and rich some almond and raisin almost a cinnamon bun type aroma to it just awesome.flavors are more mellow than expected i get some star anice and raisin up front with some mellow orange tinge in the lngering finish.i like the better than the but i have had some better quads but still a pleasure to drink for sure .,aroma,1.0,1
had this on tap at the perimeter taco mac congrats to fred on this involvement on this one . fred tells me this is actually considered a pale ale . surprising and i guess it more aptly falls into a hybrid category . maybe that hybrid aspect led to my review being all over the board on this . was served in a pint and had a head that was very thin and highly carbonated . the color lends itself more to the pale ale style as it is a deep dark copper color . the smell however it s hop explosion . the bitter aroma is strong but strangely lacks any of the citrus or pine hints you expect from an ipa . the sierra nevada rep and fed both say that has to do with the new hop that was used and i ca n t argue its unique but in a good way . the taste is also a bitter hops that you would associate with an ipa it is delicious and as a hop head i am tempted to put this behind simcoe on my list as a favorite hop . another tasting or two is necessary to back that statement up though . once again it is a pure hop bitter with no citrus hints i guess i am too accustomed to cascade hops . i like this taste though . the beer itself is a little too carbonated for my preference and takes away from the mouthfeel . i have to say i stopped short of giving it a for drinkability just barely . the most pleasant aspect of this beer is that it lacks that dry aftertaste that many ipas have once again i realize it is not an ipa . it is amazing you drink it and it has all that hop character up front but is balance by the malts and quickly dissipates . i was told that the hop is going to be used in a sierra nevada commercial release soon and i could not agree more with that logic . excellent imperial red ale maybe .,aroma,1.0,1
like a jack o lantern on steroids . the best pumpkin beer i have ever tasted . glad to see old sammy coming up with something new and good . immaculate pumpkin flavor . the beer is darker than your usual pumpkin seasonal but would you really want it any other way .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance pours a hazy medium copper with a light frothy and sticky bone white head . aroma hoppy hoppy hoppy . good citrus and bitterness in control . awesome . taste slight malt is attacked by massive hop bitterness and dryness . spicy hop finish . my kind of brew . mouthfeel flavorful bit amazingly light . hoppy dryness throughout . nice but needs more body imo . drinkability a great beer for a hophead . good bitterness but still slightly balanced . hunt for this one if you love hoppy bitterness .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance nothing impressive slight head and lacing smell almost no bouquet at all faint scent of floral hops taste watery and weak front end honestly reminds me of a pathetic american lager finish is a strong bitter hops grapefruit and citrus which constitutes the only redeeming quality of this brew . mouthfeel thin and disappointing the front end is so weak it made me cringe carbonation is nonexistent very little in this brew leaves a mark on the palate drinkability very poor while the hops finish is quite nice the lack of body and presence on the entry is simply unforgivable . perhaps something was wrong with the tap at the pub but if not a seriously imbalanced drink .,aroma,0.2,0
a great looking black stout with a nice tan head that bubbled up two fingers and left some chunk lacing . s nice sweetness roasted malts some great coffee and cocoa . smells sweet with a nice malt backbone . just a slight bit of wood . t wow what a letdown . tastes like a carbonated light coffee drink with some bitter roastedness . little bit of cocoa bitterness but this is bad . nothing complex and all the taste is kind of watered down . m over carbonated really kills this one along with the bad taste . d can drink it but it s so poor tasting you just have to let it go after a while .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a nice amber color with a light brown head that leaves lacing s very nice lots of citrus and malt t a little disapointing after the look and smell its not bad bitter hops stand out the most m feels watery with medium carbonation d this one really depends on my mood right now its just ok but it could be great if i w as in the mood for something more hoppy,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a honey color and clear with a slightly off white to ivory head . the head hangs around for a while and leaves a lot of lacing . s large hop presence throughout with orange leading the way . biscuity and malty with more dark citrus towards the end . t tangy hop bitterness and lighter on the hop flavor than i would have expected . a little bit of grapefruit tart and noticeable malt bread . mf noticeable as an ipa but not overpowering . with out a lot of other off flavors to balance the hops and malt it is a introductory hop head kind of beer with a nice crisp feeling in the mouth . d a quick buy again this beer was of outstanding flavor at a great price . i will soon refill a growler with this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
nice smooth body . lots of toasted malt taste a good dose of caramel malt eh . great spiciness from the hops and alcohol . very chewy body especially as it warms up . great interpretation of an amber ale .,aroma,0.6,1
o . red s brew tube coming at you with beer review numb bear two . this time . session black lager by full sail brewery tasting room pub why so looonng . . this is a . abv schwarzbier . black beer in german these have a stout like appearance thanks to roasted malts but tend to be lighter and more refreshing than it s roasted cousin . poured from oz . stubby bottle like red stripe into widmer bros. hefeweizen glass thanks widmer for handing these out at acbf . woot . bottom of twist off bottle cap is a scissor hand not edward and typed below scissors . oooohhh . . now i got ta grab one more for paper lol . kudos to full sail the first sight through the light produces a see through ruby brown . head starts tall and creamy but slowly disappears to thin ring around the side . no lace trailing down the glass . the first whiff gives off dark sweet fruitness a little alcohol potency some roasty malty coffee notes very syrupy molasses . if my nostrils had thumbs both would be up . one word summary delicious . the first sip ca n t even begin to describe the deliciousness . however the finish alcohol and thick maltyness deter the excellent first taste . the alcohol gives a dry burn and the brew runs out of steam . that said it makes you want to take another sip to enjoy the beginning again . when the liquid remains inside you get a very creamy feeling . kind of a toffee taste . hops offer up an oily feeling to your gums but the malt dominates throughout . i was pleasantly surprised by full sail s session lager and hoped for a similar quality brew here too . sessionable only if you really dig scharwzbiers . it definitely represents the style but i have not become a fan . despite my dislike i will give session black lager one more go in the future . i feel that because beer is a product of human engineering and since we are not perfect sometimes things go wrong . maybe something went downhill here and hopefully wo n t be as apparent next taste . until my next pour o . red says raise your glass i d tap that .,aroma,1.0,1
a hazy dark brown color . pours with thick foamy finger head . s nutty chocolaty malty aroma . very little hop presence . t odd nutty flavor . very little of the chocolate notes i got from the aroma . quite bland compared to the aroma . bitter slighly sour aftertaste . m somewhat coarse medium body . lightly carbonated . d not a bad beer but certainly in the bottom half of beers i have in this style . comparitively bland .,aroma,0.9,1
the appearance is red gold . the taste starts out bitter but you get used to it . it s a familiar bitter and it s a bit overpowering . i would n t go so far as to say it s a bad beer . if you like bitter beer you ll likely like this . i can tell it has quality but it s not to my liking . the smell is exceptional . it smells like candy the mouthfeel is really smooth and not very thick . it s a fairly thin beer . i like it . the froth did n t last very long .,aroma,1.0,1
this a beer that is all over the board in ranking attributes . it arrived in a pint glass looking like murky muddy puddle juice . a strange hazy brown auburn color with no head . just not appetizing to look at . the aroma was very nice and complex sporting nutmeg cinnamon coriander oranges and malt . a great smelling beer . the flavor was a let down as the spices seemed dominant and a little overbearing . it brought a flashback to a overly enthusiastic spicy homebrew i made in the past . the malt was just overpowered . citrus level was quite nice . the spices rides the tongue a while into the aftertaste . this has a medium body but a thinner and smooth mouthfeel . if the spice levels are cut back this might be a better brew .,aroma,0.8,1
served in a chalice a this beer pours a nice golden orange color with a slightly cloudy body and a strong carbonation . even with a very gentle pour there is lot of chunks stirred up . a nice creamy off white head . good belguan lace the whole way through the glass . s this beer has a nice sweet flower aroma with hints of roses and apricots . it also has a faint tartness at the finish . t this beer has a very bitter intro with a sour finish . it taste almost like a lot of hop bitterness at the beginning even though i highly doubt that flavor would be from hops . there are also some faint fruit notes and pale malt flavors at the finish . there are some strong grapefruit flavors that come through as the beer warms . m this beer has a full creamy mouthfeel and fizz to it . d this is not one of the bpa that i have tasted and it is missing a lot of the intricacies of this style . i would really like to try a bottle from a different batch to make sure this was n t just a bum bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
bought this cause i have n t had this beer in a while wanted to try it again . pours a golden yellow color a bit darker than the average macro . smells very faintly sweet but not much . tastes pretty good sweet malt upfront faint hops but some skunk thrown in for good measure damn green bottles but the skunk is not as bad as heinikin for example . mouthfeel is a bit thin and fuzzy . overall it is quite drinkable and think it would be a lot better if it was in brown bottles get rid of the skunk and it may be almost as good as pilsner urquell .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz . bottle a pours a muddy ruddy burnt orange with a firm soapy white head and good lace . the clarity of an ipa certainly is n t there . s kiwi fruit and pink watermelon with a hint of yeast very pleasant . t nice floral component early on flowery with and hint of dandelion greens and grass . weedy flavour not pot just the layman s weeds . bit of a yeasty chalky flavour at the back end with only a hint of acid and tropicality . m medium bodied quite smooth chalky yeasty and unfiltered . o i like seeing east kent goldings displayed like this as it s a great hop and a classic of english brewing . a unique beer for sure .,aroma,0.9,1
low priced beer . low end on the taste spectrum . it does it s job of supplying poor college students copious amounts of beer . but after you get out of college why would you wan na drink it anymore . the true college beer is this . nothing like gettin a dirty for the weekend .,aroma,0.2,0
maybe i have too many good local microbreweries with plenty of belgians to choose from but i was utterly disappointed with this beer . i prefer a sweet beligian so maybe if you enjoy a tasteless flavorless non descript belgian ale then this is definitely the beer for you . if you do n t have local belgians try urthel before you try this . this beer is really way overrated on this website .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle lot bbd had to break out the corkscrew to open this pours chestnut going to mahogany with efferevesence a fingers sand colored head . gianormous lacing superior head retention sweet rock candy taste breadyness with choclate a little nuttyness up front fruttyness follows . a slight citrus hoppyness some sour notes emerges as it warms . dryness earthy hops brown sugar emerge as it warms further . s hints of breadyness mf medium bodied slick very well balanced great drinkability such a well crafted dubbel . this is one i could find all over france belgium never dissappointed . although the lack of nose is a let down .,aroma,0.6,1
best by date january sampled september pours with a brilliantly clear amber color and is topped by an initially two finger thick reasonably tightly beaded light tan colored head . the beer is fairly well carbonated with a persistent stream of bubbles cascading up from the bottom . ooh ringwood gone amuck that is a funky aroma it seems to be a mix of diacetyl rancid butter and ripe cheese . underneath this are some toasty malt aromatics and a touch of herbaceous hops . up front this beer is a nicely hoppy brew herbal hops and a persistent bitterness certainly fit the profile . as it passes through my mouth though the diacetyl becomes increasingly noticeable . thankfully the flavor is not nearly as distinct as the aroma . earthy hops the bitterness and some caramelized malt help to tame the diacetyl to a level that dare i say it almost makes this drinkable . the diacetyl adds a butterscotch note to this beer as well as just a hint of rancid butter . it lingers on in the finish and combines with the bitterness to make this beer slightly astringent . this beer has a certain fruitiness to it as well it reminds me a bit of berries . in fact after my palate gets used to the diacetyl a bit i would guess that this beer used fuggle hops that sort of earth herbal combined with berry notes makes me think of this hop at least . an interesting beer the aroma is over the top mishandled ringwood yeast but the flavor is a bit more integrated . purchased plaza liquors tucson az,aroma,0.4,0
pours borring clear and yellow with little head like a standard crappy macro . smells great though . malty with a strawberry smell that reminds me of ice cream topping . tastes of grainy malt upfront with a jellowlike strawberryness . tastes artificial and gets old quick . not horrible but i dont particularly like it . this could serve useful to get that chick you know to stop drinking that bicardi silver and schmirnof all the time . you know who i m talkin about . but this is not a beer for beer people .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle . it pours a cloudy amberish gold with a foamy white head that could be better . the smell is bright and strong . lots of clover but also a healthy dose of lemon and banana . it is a quintessential hefeweizen smell . the taste is n t as great but still pretty good . lots of wheat and clove with some ripe banana . the body is a bit weak . overall not bad .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a pint glass . pours a light golden color with a tiny light withe head . nose is super light with almost no hops or anything . very drinkable lots of saaz and a bunch of sweet light hoppiness a decent amount of toasty malt for how light it is . it s really a decent macro brew .,aroma,0.2,0
pours very light amber with a rapidly fading head . from the aroma this could pass as a white wine . lots of tangy green apples and orange peel . wheat is nearly overwhelmed by the fruit but a doughy note is noticeable . vague herbal coriander also present . a bit too sweet confectionery like but still nice . flavours suggest that unibroue has got a perfectly acceptable wheat beer and then dumped a truckload of apple lollipops into it . very sweet quite artificial . coriander and orange peel definitely not forgotten though . carbonation is annoyingly high yet still manages to fail at drying out the sweetness . too much apple too sweet .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at khyber in philly pours a deep black color with a thick layering of off white head . some spots of lacing on the glass with a few wisps of film on top . complex nose with chocolate and roasted dark malts . plenty of cherry with faint tartness some darker fruit tones as well . slight warmth with sweetness . heaping amounts of tart cherry up front with skin and unripe notes . chocolate and roasted malts come through with a decent amount of sweetness . the backbone holds together for a bit but the tart cherry seems to overwhelm most of the profile . finishes sweet and sour . fuller medium body decent carbonation sticky and chewy on the tongue . this smells delicious but the overwhelming tart cherry became a turn off for me .,aroma,0.9,1
i picked up a twelve pack of this on a way to a party i ended up drinking them after i had a couple other beers but this beer is not as bad as everyone has been saying . i mean its not the greatest beer in the world but for the price you are gettin a decent beer its very light and really easy to drink . the smell is a little odd but no different then bud light or coors . overall its a decent beer and ill prolly pick up some more .,aroma,0.3,0
semi tranparent deep brown color . ruby hues when held up to light . unrelenting creamy head with tons of frothy lace . some old musty leafy type aromas . smells like fall . maybe the thick head is hiding some of the aromas . solid malt character with some maple sweetness and smooth milk chocolate . piney leafy hops jump into the mix with a mild bitterness that is just enough to keep things interesting . very well balanced flavor . medium bodied and plenty of carbonation . creamy texture throughout . an excellent brown ale and an awesome fall seasonal . sierra nevada never fails to impress .,aroma,0.6,1
a complete lack of aroma surprised me . but the flavor was rich and malty with a hint of coffee and chocolate . taste was rich without heavyness or any off taste bitterness . a smooth drinking porter . head was light tan and nice and full but fell quickly .,aroma,0.3,0
poured a deep reddish brown color with massive tannish head . lacing is absolutely beautiful . smell is an excellent mixture of malt and dark fruit plums prunes . raisins dates . excellent mixture . probably the biggest dissapointment i ve had in a beer . after the terrific smell the taste leaves much to be desired . its difficult to describe . the fruits are still there but they taste spoiled . no enjoyment at all . hops are too strong and the balance is missing . not very drinkable at all .,aroma,0.9,1
i drank this out of the bottle somehow i figure it s best this way . there is a reason why you never see corona on tap . part of corona s mystique is it s image . wait . does corona have a mystique . to some uneducated beer consumers . .yea it does . more power to them though appearance heavy carbonation which is pleasing to my eye . bright yellow color to the beer . taste tastes like corn . must be brewed with a heavy dose of corn ingredients . this corn tastes kind of sticks to the roof of your mouth . there is a light sweetness to this beer which is kind of nice . this beer is actually refreshing when cold but once it gets warm . the cheap adjunct ingredients make this brew taste like a sweaty sock . mouthfeel thin and mega carbonated drinkability ehhh . i could whack a bunch of these . lime or no lime . i say put a lime in it . let s not kid ourselves corona is n t that good . a lime can only help . it seems like it s brewed to be complimented by a lime . to really jazz your corona up . follow these steps . . squeeze the juice of a lime into it . put a fresh lime wedge in for garnish . fill the rest of the corona up with jose cuervo tequilla . turn it upside down and let things mix . salt the rim what you have is no longer a beer but instead more of a mixed drink . it tastes better than a corona though try it and see for yourself .,aroma,0.3,0
a rather big dent in the wallet but always something i wanted to try . when pop it was as if i was removing the cork on wine . the second time . no pressure either in or out of the bottle . the only bottle i ve ever popped without a hiss what so ever . pour is the color of black currant juice . a dark dark reddish blue . although it was quite translucent . nose was wood the wonderful blending of currant . an herbal note of something meaty in the nose . funk like that of brie cheese skin and a bloody fruit . i ca n t believe i m saying this but black forest ham or sorts . the taste of asparagus but in the small . if that even makes sense . palate falls short . it was very much so just an intense amount of tart and black currant flavor . there was some mineral wood interaction with the fruit that gives it a food palatable quality but it was quite subtle . overall i would only have this if you re eating some sort of exquisitely cooked fish . seems like it would go well with a lemon butter sauce and aspargus .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a cloudy apricot color with tannish foamy head . much particulate matter present . attractive lacing . smell is a rich combination of herbs and spices with sassafras vanilla and wintergreen being detected . there are others there but i am unable to specifically identify them taste also shows lots of spices and herbs and while they combine nicely they also have there own separate taste sensations . finishes with a strong bitterness that does not fit in well with the rest of the flavors . rich and creamy mouthfeel . drinkability is poor . one of the most unique beers i have ever tasted . one taste is enjoyable the next taste is not . very strange beer .,aroma,0.8,1
i got this in a trade nice oz bottle . first thing i noticed was a small dead animal in the bottom of the bottle oh wait it is a good inch of yeast hop debris . i poured away from it . poured a great thick foam head that survived several sips . body is a very clear golden yellow . head eventually reduced to lace and left chunks of foam on the glass . immediate citrus nose i assume is cascade hops . hop complex in the smell but more of an afterthought . actually seems very subdued in its bouquet and taste for a wet hop style . tastes clean with slight body . again very slight hop not at all what i was expecting for a wet hop beer . no appreciable bitterness . moderate carbonation cleanses the pallet leaving just a slight aftertaste of hops . beer wakes up a bit more after sitting in the glass for minutes or so . as another reviewer mentioned a light bodied beer probably great for a hot day . refreshing . i am unsure if it is intended to have a bit more hop kick and my particular bottle had been aged too long but i still enjoyed it .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a murky reddish orange with no head . this looks like cough syrup . smells of citrusy hops hops and more hops . taste is right along with the smell very hoppy and ranges from candy to bitter . i m sure this is a true hophead s dream bit too much for me though . all i can taste is alcohol and hops . this beer drinks more like a barleywine very syrupy and full bodied . this was an excellent beer to try and if you want some in your face hops this is it . i would struggle to get this whole beer down so i am glad i was sharing it .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours out a somewhat hazy dark copper color topped by a white foamy head lacing is nice . s interesting there really is n t any scent besides a light caramel and a general freshness to it . t bitterness is present but not overpowering malt comes though as a toasted biscuit flavor hops are floral in nature . m high carbonation and a medium body fairly standard and what i would have expected . d this beer is quite quaffable a nice basic beer to keep on the short list .,aroma,0.4,0
a thick creamy stout . cocoa dark brown color . thick white head s cocoa burnt sugar off caramel gingersnap cookie t rich bitter chocolate vanilla caramel burnt sugar balanced bitterness in contrast full body . overall this is a great starter stout for those who are looking for a non guinness stout experience . perfect for dessert pairings chocolate chocolate chocolate. . what you see is what you get in this one . a genuinely great brew,aroma,0.6,1
i have n t had many fort collins beers despite seeing them quite often . i ve been waiting for them to come up in rotation at local bars to give them a shot and sticking with picking up bottles of stuff that s harder to find . a pours a nice amber ruby with a small tight head . almost got it confused with my girlfriend s abita amber just from the look of it . s wow tons of hops in the nose . a slight sweetness is detectable underneath it but almost all hops and in a big way . t again up front i m getting lots and lots of hop bitterness with just a tiny bit of sweetness on the end of it . i m surprised at how assertive the hop flavor is . as it warms i can get more malt and some caramel too . m good carbonation and a super light body for a beer of this type . d although the mouthfeel is nice i feel that this left me with a really dry feeling and a lasting bitterness . it was okay to have one but i ca n t see myself ordering these back to back ever . overall this is a good beer especially for those more interested in hoppy ipas . i feel like it could have used a tiny bit more sweetness to balance out the flavor but it s still an above average ipa .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz . bottle into my duvel tulip . vintage . received as an extra from wunderbeer in a trade big thanks ron i ve really been wanting to try this one . a pours a dark mahogany brown color with one finger of fluffy very light tan head and moderate carbonation evident . little bit of lacing left on the glass and head lasts for two to three minutes . s smells of caramel malts chocolate dark fruits especially raisins toffee light vanilla light molasses and light alcohol . as it warms up also a little cherries comes out . wow one of the best smelling old ales i ve ever smelled . as it warms up so many different smells come out yet it stays balanced . t tastes of raisins dates dark fruits molasses sugar caramel malts sweet fruity malts licorice light toffee and alcohol . still good but a clear step down from the nose . m medium to full rich body and low carbonation . the body is very smooth and creamy and the alcohol is very well hidden . d a really great old ale one of the better ones i ve had . i thought this beer smelled amazing and was very complex and balanced . while the taste was a step down and a tiny disappointment after the smell it was still very good . i thought it also had an amazing mouthfeel and while definitely a sipper the abv is well hidden . would love to get more of this one .,aroma,1.0,1
foam foam foam everywhere . the head was just insane . i poured half the bottle and the head in the glass was crazy . i swirled the bottle and foam actually overflowed the lip . i am frankly disappointed with this beer . the aftertaste was almost medicine like . the murkiness in the glass was nice looking but the head was a bit putting off .,aroma,0.7,1
pours out to a dark brown color and the scent of roasted nuts hits your nose almost instantly . very similar to many nut brown ales but slightly less filling . white head dissipated at a nominal rate with a ordinary mouth feel . flavors of nuts barley and malt are present with a slightly bitter taste . not a bad beer but kind of pricey at bucks a six pack .,aroma,0.8,1
. l bottle no date . appears jet black with thick creamy tan head . great head retention and decent lacing . as expected strong aroma of sweet oats and roasted coffee . the taste does n t really match the aroma . instead very bitter with lingering strong metallic aftertaste . not good . body is smooth and creamy fairly thick . just way too bitter with nasty aftertaste . very disappointed especially for such a high price tag .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle into chimay baby chalice holding ml . a quarter of inch thin bubbly head that instantly dissipates . the beer s appearance is of good whiskey with some yeasty floaties . the back labels claims this is a belgium s strongest x mas beer . indeed the nose detects sherry with heavy loads of honey . the flavor is of strongly fortified wine with lots of fruity esters of figs and raisins with addition of honey . the sweetness is nicely balanced by sensation of potency derived from high alcohol content . despite that alcohol is not noticeable in an unpleasant way it s alcoholness is well hidden and is only revealed by warming sensations in the gut and fortified wine alike sensory qualities . no burning completely lacking any sensation of an absolute alcohol . the viscosity is on heavy side of medium bodied or light side of heavy bodied beers.yeast particles are increasing in number and the beer gets denser almost syrupy as we are approaching the bottom of the bottle . the beer is deficient of co and some additional carbonation would improve the mouthfeel . considering its abv is drinkable as water . a very good brew for sure . the only major flaw is nearly complete absence of head which significantly reduces its overall rating . however this beer deserves to be rated above and the importance of appearance contributing to the total score is highly exaggerated . this is not a miss world competition . i would have rated it around . but the calculating system attributed it only which is injustice .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bomber at degrees into a st. bernardus chalice . bottled . a it pours a glowing dark red color with pretty much no head and it does not lace very well . the carbontion seems to be very low which is not a good sign . s lots of sweet dark fruit candi sugar and some sweet lighter fruits as well . t prunes figs candi sugar cinammon and a little lurking booziness . m it is thick and syrupy with low carbonation . o it is n t very complex yet the alcohol strength does not really come through . this is still a big miss overall .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance too foggy smell smelled like rotten flesh when it was in the bottle but better out of the bottle taste is good . a bit nutty . mouthfeel is pleasant the beer is a bit average and i do n t think most people would pick up on the subtle nutty aftertaste .,aroma,0.4,0
oz . bottle poured into great lakes pint glass . this beer makes me proud to be from cleveland . a body is a transparent gold amazing clarity . very nice frothy two finger head that has great retention and leaves trails of lacing behind . s smells of lightly toasted sweet malts bready with a faint note of hops . t bready biscuity malts balanced very well by a clean slightly citrusy hop profile . malt is prevalent up front while the aftertaste is more hoppy . also maybe a slight bit of yeast in the aftertaste leaving the tongue and mouth a bit dry . m d great amount of carbonation this beer is highly drinkable and refreshing . and one of my favorite session beers hands down . light to medium body .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks barry . hazy gold with a small white cap that recedes to a ring . bizarre vegetable aroma cabbage tomatoes celery . there s not much i can pick out in the way of standard hop aroma though the vegetable character seems to be coming from the hops . maybe . on the palate it s rather slick and buttery up front semi sweet with more weird vegetable hop flavor . it cleans up quite a bit in the finish ending on a dry and bitter note . what an odd beer . the diacetyl and strange hop flavor are pretty horrendous .,aroma,0.2,0
sadly this bottle as are many from tadcaster in my area was skunked . happily though if you give it a minute or two the stench fades away some to reveal a nice malty aroma underneath . maltier than bass or some of the other well known pale ales with some caramel almond and a light hop taste in the finish . if i can get some that is n t lightstruck i ll rate it higher .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bomber served in a shaker pint . pours an opaque black with a thick off white head . slight chocolate malt aroma with a hint of oak . nice creamy mouthfeel . not a lot of roasted barley more to the chocolate malt side . fairly sweet up front . long dry finish with some more chocolate . decent beer but the oak character did n t really seem very evident .,aroma,0.6,1
this brew pours a pale straw color with a lot of visible carbonation . the head is large fluffy and white . the aroma is of noble hops and grass with some spices in the background . the taste has some very mild bitterness to it but nothing esle . the mouthfeel is thin with too much carbonation . overall this brew is unimaginative for a pilsener .,aroma,0.7,1
not something i would want to drink everyday but an exceptional once in a while special occasion kind of beer . it smells amazing a sharp alcohol bite it s a abv for crying out loud but surrounded with sweet citrus and pine and caramel and hops . i smelled it for five minutes before i got down to drinking . best smelling abv i can imagine in short . so many hops . a solid mouthfeel maybe a bit too syrupy . somebody lower down said a hoppy barleywine and i think that s just right since it was much sweeter than i expected and i had to sip it more than i d ever have to sip an ipa . there is an alcohol burn at the end but i ve never liked an alcohol burn so much before . i just wanted to keep sipping . an entirely different beast from the and minute ipas .,aroma,1.0,1
tall . oz . bottle best by . it pours a deep deep brown that is practically black with a finger light brown head that leaves some lacing . smells creamy milky with rich almost sweet coffee chocolate kaluha cocoa and a touch of green hops . absolutely divine . the flavor is roasty with burnt charred malts coffee chocolate and a medium bitterness . it has medium carbonation finish and a body that is medium slightly drying and becomes creamy by the end . overall a quality porter that i would definitely revisit .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into my samuel smith s imperial pint glass . three fingered head that reduced to one finger with a really nice lace around the glass . brilliantly clear tawny colored beer . aroma is guava and grains citrus pineapples grainy and malty with bready carmel notes . dank mouthfeel . nice clingy bitterness not overpowering or overwhelming . well balance malt profile with this beer . warming on the palate . overall one of the most drinkable imperial india pale ale s i have ever had . it s not over the top seems just right as far as a highly drinkable iipa .,aroma,0.4,0
the appearance was nice very clear almost bright brown . i loved the smell of this one lots of tartness and vanilla . very complex the joys of the smell were almost problems with the taste . it was overly complex some malt some oak tons of tartness . the beer was refreshing with a crisp zippy mouthfeel . about six ounces lasted me almost an hour partly because at a bottle its meant to be savored but also because it had so many big flavors it was hard to drink quickly . maybe a blend would be nice .,aroma,0.9,1
february is stout month at bbw . opaque black with a rocky beige head the color of coffee ice cream . collar retention leaves lacing like layers on a cake . bold and assertive syrupy dark coffee aroma . little bit of char in back a lil baby char . taste is unexpectedly clean . syrupy homebrew shop coffee extract flavor with no real beer flavor to balance it out . i d like some more beer with my beer . the syrupy coffee flavor is so dominant this became a oz . chore .,aroma,0.8,1
copper colored but some haziness.awesome sweet malty aromamaple and molasses.a slight bit of heatmalty taste but more subtle than the nose leads you to expectsome apple like fruitinessa splash of vodka like alcoholsmooth and rounded medium bodied lower carbonationslides down easytastyan excellent o fest.taste and drinkability scores hover between . and . .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer in an appropriate goblet at zeno s in state college forms a slight off white head over a near translucent yellow gold body . the nose is filled with candi caramel a bit of spiciness a little acid . smells rich and nice . the taste has an earthy hop profile not as sweet as the nose very rich and peppery not as smooth as it could be . the alcohol comes through too much . the mouthfeel is medium with high carbonation . this tripel is complex and very strong too much so for me .,aroma,0.9,1
much lighter in appearance than one might expect . a crisp amber gold that is slightly cloudy . a lively foam head forms but disappears entirely almost immediately . a complex sweet smell with notes of chocolate honey bananas and a slight spicy note hiding beneath . not overpowering at all . there are so many layers to the taste of this beer it is not even funny . the first impression is a very sweet almost candy like cocoa and grape flavor . this fades quickly into an extremely sweet and warming rush of alcohol which slowly fades into a pleasant spicy herbal aftertaste . lots of different tastes to pick up on here and i ve never tasted a beer that changes in taste so dramatically as it goes down . it s interesting but i m not sure if i like it or not . the carbonation goes away so quickly it is almost like drinking a very heavy flat beer . certainly a thick feel to it . to be honest i will probably have trouble finishing the bottle . the alcohol and the chiles combined make it an extremely warming brew and i can already feel it filling my stomach . not that drinkable . to be enjoyed in moderation . i was so intrigued by this supposedly ancient recipe that i had to try it out . i m not sure i would buy it again . between the high price tag and the extremity of its flavors it definitely strikes me as a novelty brew as opposed to something one would regularly drink .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark gold with a thin off white head that disappears rather quickly s smells like an impressive belgian ipa . the belgian sugars are rather strong and the hops are there but not strong . it smells great t comes in with grassy belgian malts and then belgian sugars that are fairly boozy and have a bitterness to them . i m not getting too many good hops in this . it tastes more like a belgian strong pale ale . the after taste is of roasted belgian malts and sugars . m medium to high carbonation with a boozy finish d well for a belgian ipa this is n t impressive . for a sam adams this is very impressive . i m not sad they wo n t brew this again but i am glad i do still have one more bottle in my fridge . this is a tough style to master but this is a decent attempt .,aroma,0.9,1
from the ml . bottle . sampled on june . it pours an excitably carbonated pale yellow with a short lasting fizzy head . the aroma was malty although more skunky than i would have liked . it was a turnoff . the taste was somewhat better with bit of grainy malt thin hops but a great body .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer was a pleasant surprise . usually most of the widmer brews are n t very surprising but the crimson wheat is malty and delicious . a with a standard pour you get a thin layer of dense lacy head . the beer is a dark translucent amber . s i was a unprepared for the smell as the malts had a big impact . if i was pressed for details i suppose that s the point here i could pinpoint some caramel . t i think the flavor of this beer is gorgeous . it hits all the right parts of the palette without being overpowering . you should check out this beer if you like a sweet finish . do n t let that push you away though because it is n t a kriek by any means . m the beer manages to be more lively in your mouth than appearance would dictate . the smoothness combined with a bittersweet punch makes for a surprising twist . d overall i would definitely purchase this stuff again . kudos to the widmer brothers . you have done an excellent job .,aroma,0.6,1
pours almost black with ruby edging . there is a thin ring of khaki colored head . there is some quick dissipating lace that disappears after each sip . the nose is bourbon forward big time . this smells boozy and big with hints of charred oak some cocoa and more booze . the taste is much smoother than the nose suggests . the bourbon adds some flavors of vanilla and oak with butterscotch and some cocoa coming through from the base brew . there is an underlying smokiness from the barrels that leaves a nice aftertaste . the abv is present but pretty well masked . the mouthfeel is on the heavier side of medium with a nice moderate amount of carbonation . sweetness . overall this smella damn hot right out the bottle but the flavors and less heated and more packed with deliciousness . time will help this brew out for sure . throwin a pack in the cellar to see .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours amber color small white head slight lacing down the glass s smell is very citrusy slight malt background t taste is also very citrusy . a little bit of malt biscut flavor . m mouthfeel is medium bodied perfect amount of carbonation not too flat not too prickly d this is a very drinkable pale ale does n t compare to the w but this is very good as far as i m concerned .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at the black back . a pale orange and a bit cloudy . very little head or lace and the bar tender had to work hard to get any on it . s this beer smells pretty good . resiny tropical goodness . no alcohol malt or really anything else . just hops . t really just hops . hardly any malt . very one dimensional . more citrus than the smell leads on . maybe a hint of sweet or is that just wateriness . not bad if you like all hops . something a little off though . maybe burnt rubber or bandaid . m low carbonation and very thin . not sure if it is just really dry but there is really no body to this beer . d i guess if you are a di hard hophead it might be drinkable but even then i think there is something unpleasent about it . watery hop juice really . people seem to love this beer and i ve heard great things about hill farmstead . i look forward to trying some other hill beers but this one really just did n t live up to the hype . what am i missing .,aroma,0.8,1
nd beer at the august friday the firkinteenth at the grey lodge public house in philadelphia . a . pours a hazy amber with little head . s. bananas with some caramel sweet malt . t. low level of bitterness upfront . alcohol burn comes through on the swallow a bit hot . m. medium body with a low level of carbonation expected from a firkin . d. i wish this tasted more like it smelled . there was a lot going on that did n t quite jive .,aroma,0.8,1
this basically tasted like metal and stewed veggies . too little carbonation as well . it smells alright kinda floral and earthy with some lemongrass thrown in . besides it smelling alright it s pretty much an abomination of a beer . avoid like the plague .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a hazy golden yellow . very lively carbonation in fact i turned my back for a second just after i cracked the bottle and i had foam coming up the bottle and running down the sides . assertive brett aromas up front with a bit of tart lemon and a little spicy note almost like grains of paradise . i find the brett pretty dominant on the palate on this one not bad for me since i like brett but its a bit more domineering than i want in a summer saison . carbonation is very high in fact tied with the fact that it foamed over on me when i opened it leads me to believe the brettanomyces got a little out of control on this one . still i am able to enjoy this beer as it offers a fair amount of complexity .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a dark brown color . nearly opaque . a one finger white head forms but recedes to nothing in a second . not much lace is left behind . s sweet malt for sure . moldy wood and cooked veggies . i ca n t get anything else . t sweet malt . lightly toasted . some grainy flavors . slightly astringent and some cooked veggies that follows the nose . m d a medium body and carbonation . though on the lighter and watery side . not something i am coming back to . sub oar in any regard . not a dopplebock and not all that enjoyable . not something i would recommend .,aroma,0.4,0
very black . just barely deep garnet around the base of the glass when held to the light . minimal but very sufficient chocolate brown head . leaves nice lacing . wonderful nose on this beast . big herbal hops . very sharp pungent . some sharp roasted notes . all this accented with hints of ethanol . this beer does n t taste as good as it smells . it tastes good . do n t get me wrong . but it is n t very rich . its kind of one dimensional . has big hop character big malt character roasty chocolate caramel but that s about it . no port or wine notes . no rich fruity yeast character . nothing super interesting . just a little too clean for me to be a great tasting beer . great mouthfeel . thick and creamy without over doing it . drinkable and it had better be coming in this oz bomber but a little cloying and salty towards the end .,aroma,1.0,1
a color is a nice dark amber with a touch of tan colored head . looks kind creamy . s kind of muted actually . maybe some slight dark fruits and touches of rum soaked bread . t wow is this smooth . i guess as far as belgium dubbel s go this one is the smoothest . i get some plum but what mostly seems like rum soaked raisin s but no traceable alcohol to detect . kind of watery but smooth at the same time with very little bittering yeast or hops . m best part of this brew . it s alcohol is very hard to detect but clocks in at . overall it was very interesting to grab this on my flight of samples and i almost grabbed another pint of it but went onto other things . kind of a lackluster entry for some but it me it came off as a low abv dubbel with rum notes . would have it again if it s at the pub next week .,aroma,0.6,1
i love this beer so much that i sometimes drive to south carolina to pick up a case to bring back with me to georgia . unfortunately they do n t sell this beer in my state but it is a treat when i get it and very reasonable . i love yuengling and hope one day it gets to be served in my state .,aroma,0.6,1
ml corked and caged bottle . apparently it is a ish vintage . it pours a dense brown bordering on black . the initial pour is clear and the subsequent one yaesty and cloudy . the head is white but quickly dissipates as it is an older beer . the smell is wonderful . tannin grapes apples apple peels raisins caramel touch of cocoa and a hint of alcohol . it smells like it aged well we will see about taste . it definitely has more of a grape flavor than most of the style i attribute it to the age of the bottle . there is thick grape thick sweetness a nice malt character and some more alcohol in the flavor the alcohol does n t burn at all though it is totally mellow and smooth . the mouthfeel is rich and decadent there is prickling carbonation but not a huge amount of it just right . i spent . for this bottle i m thinking i should go back and buy them out on this one a rare find .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to enola for picking up a couple bombers for me at the brewery . looks like a dipa . amber in color . small but dense sticky head that holds it s shape better than ms. spears . head has a kind of pale yellow color to it . rarely if ever have i had the aroma of a beer fill the room the way this one has . i stick my nose to the glass to get a better whiff of the hoppy goodness and i sneezed x . this is all about the hops . as the aroma foretold this beer is all about the hops . my first sip led to another sneeze . huge citrus and piney hops . honey flavored malt sweetness and alcohol flavor similar to that of a barleywine . this is one big beer . mouthfeel is velvety smooth and sticky at the same time . it s so sticky that my lips are sticking together . the beer is drinkable now but it is a big beer and pretty green . i bet in a year the drinkability will be up to a .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a bright clear copper color with a small white head that goes to a ring of bubbles around the edge . no lacing . s totally amazing smell . just like pumkin pie . could also pick up nutmeg cinnamon and allspice all of which are easily picked out . t taste just like pumkin pie . follows the nose pretty well the spices jump right out at you . the alcohol is hidden very well . m medium in body with good carbonation . d great seasonal beer very interesting but its too much and over the top . i d for sure have to split this one with someone .,aroma,1.0,1
a big abbey fan i have been eyeballing leffe for a while . i have been told its not a great beer so i have put it off in favor of what i really like drinking when it comes to selection time . i finally i bought a pack for . at my local fine foods store and went straight home to pour a tall glass . it looks like a beautiful beer very bright and golden with carbonation bubbles finding their way surfaceward to take their place among a nice bubbly head that lingers a bit and lightly hugs the glass . smells nice a bit fruity with a refreshing effervescent quality . does smell a bit on the citrus side . the taste was a bit disappointing from the get go . i think i expected more but it really tasted more like a fruity lager than anything else with notes of banana bread . the cloves while present do n t really add to the beer . the alcohol flavor is there but more pronounced on the finish which i would have to describe as bitterly bland . not a whole lot going on here . as for the mouthfeel quite thin which was expected . i could probably polish off or of these but would n t enjoy it as much as a should except for the abv a clean . . for an abbey blonde i guess it fits the bill but barely . i would n t recommend it however . in general a letdown .,aroma,0.8,1
what a let down i love this breweries alt beers and assumed their other beers would be just as good wrong . this was the fourth beer of my german and lager based tasting evening last week . the beer was poured into a weizen glass and looked the business murky dull amber with the usual huge head sat on top just like all the best hefeweizen . where was the normal aromas of vanilla and banana no cloves or anything else for that matter . the beer was n t fresh only having one week before it s best before date but that should n t stop it from having a smell . the taste was also a let down wheaty yes hefeweizen flavours no . really disappointed with this beer maybe i and my friends missed something but i do n t think so .,aroma,0.4,0
sprecher calls this brew a kulmbacher style dark lager . certainly a very dark lager definitely assisted by considerable roasted grain not just the munich malt of a traditional dunkel . other than in mouthfeel conforms fairly well to the bjcp schwarzbier definition . poured at near room temperature from a oz twist off bottle barely fitting into a pint glass . puts a thin tan fine bubbled head on top of a brown black body that is impervious to light . head fades quickly to a thin persistent ring that leaves occasional specks of lacing on the glass . first whiff immediately suggests fresh warm slab of pumpernickel bread full of malt with roasty coffeeish grain . flavor comes through with a malt sweetness that is counterbalanced to a degree by the dark malts and hop bitterness unaccompanied by any noticeable flavor or aroma . carbonation is on the light end of the range for this style . a little bit on the heavy side for a schwarzbier with the heaviness offset by stronger than usual roasted grains that begin to trespass on the astringency which schwarzbiers are supposed to avoid . just pushing equally both the body and the bitterness a bit beyond the envelope . the bitterness leaves that palate clear enough for the next sip but the heaviness and sweetness while the beer is between the teeth is a bit tiring . a little more carbonation would help the cause here . overall a well crafted beer that pushes the schwarzbier flavor envelope without shredding it .,aroma,1.0,1
if you can find it cool get someone else to pay for it though . a buddy of mine bought it for us for new years . was really thrown off by the smell reminded me of a hard liquor like scotch or whiskey which due to my past college experiences kinds makes me sick . but after sucking it up and taking a swig it was really smooth and had not back taste running up my throat . ca n t say i would spend the money on it myself but it sure tasted good . try finding viking blood mead believe it or nto for bucks kinda the same taste .,aroma,0.7,1
the beer poured into the glass deep amber with a tan and frothy head which rose tall and fell slowly to coat the glass . the aroma was malty and nutty with a huge malt presence . the malt contained a bit of caramel and toffee . the aroma was fruity and also had slight wafts of alcohol which led to a spicy phenolic contribution . a bit of biscuit was thrown in for good measure . the flavor was malty with a graham flavor and a bit of a winey note . the flavor was not at all the beer the aroma had promised . the beer had a malty character that was coupled with a dark caramel presence that almost led to a burnt flavor . the beer was fruity and a bit nutty but rather dissappointing in the flavor . the finish was dry with a bit of burnt caramel lasting too long into the aftertaste . the body was above medium . the beer s aroma was fantastic but the flavor just could not back up the aroma . not one to seek out . ounce bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
sometimes when you go to a fancy restaurant they give you bread with spicy olive oil that has been infused with chili or whatever . thats prettymuch the color of this beer . it turns more orange and almost ruby when light strikes it a certain way . the racing carbonation forms a thick head like whipped egg whites that leaves a layered wall of lacing and it perfumes the air above the glass with what may be one of the most pungent and simultaneously inviting aromas of any beer ever . i would describe it as sweet deeply resinous and a thick sticky drippy blend of honey mango peach and grapefruit with prickly pine notes in the background . i also get some grape aroma curiously i can not make up my mind if we are talking red or white though . deep quaffing of the beer actually pricks and tickles the back of my throat with an odd sensation . despite all the hop build up in the nose the taste begins sweet and floral then goes resinous with any pine still lurking in the background before the bitter creeps on and introduces a swirl of grapefruit solvent like alcohol a deeper pine tone and a dark hot spiciness which is backing a possible caraway seed character . the beer warms a bit more and i start to hear from sugary malt but this is countered by the development of salty hop aftertaste . the aftertaste definately sticks with you literally and morphs as you drink this anywhere from resinous and sticky to wispy perfume and booze . at some point either the beer warms up the alcohol begins to affect me my palate just gets numbed to the bitter or some cobination thereof takes place and i have a different beer on my hands . instead of the tumultuous touge rodeo of the first tastes i now have a more fluid blend of resinous hop bitter sweet malt hot spice and booze and a perfume of hop florals . in other words this eventually started to taste like a just above average ipa . the mouthfeel on this beer is quite literally sticky . i have never had such a sticky beer in my life . my lips stick together my fingers are sticky where a little dribbled down the glass just smelling it made my throat feel sticky and it coats the mouth in an amazing way unless you bust out some cheese or something you ll be tasting this for hours after your last sip . this might be hop head s dream but i personally found it a bit off putting . the mouthfeel got more pleasant toward the end but i think thats only because i started eating food to help me get this guy down which brings me to drinkability . if this beer has one key downfall it is definately drinkability . anyone who wants to drink an entire bomber of this either a is a smoker b feels like he has something to prove c loves hops at the expense of anything close to balance . do n t get me wrong this is an interesting and relativley well made beer but i would much rather pay for a single or pack of ponies than bucks for a bomber most will struggle to finish . my final thoughts . i can wrap this brew up in one word resinous . the reviews i read of this one had lead me to expect a fairly piney brew . while it does have its coniferous qualities it is much less that fresh evergreen christmas tree vibe than a big ol gob of sap and pine tar . i rate this beer the way i did because i respect its complexity and it pretty much delivers what it promises but its not really my style . i know what i m about to say is ba heresy but sometimes folks big beer is just gross beer . you can go too far and i think dreadnaught really walks the line . while i respect that i do n t think i ll buy it again .,aroma,1.0,1
so i am sure many of you will disagree with me on this but personally i did not enjoy this beer . though i can understand why so many people enjoy it . i never understood why smell was a category in these rating but this beer is why . i have never smelled a drink that had such a great aroma . it has a very strong floral scent that i find refreshing . the problem for me is that it has such an unpleasant bitterness to it that i could n t enjoy it . i was quite disappointed but as i said i can understand why others enjoy it .,aroma,1.0,1
color sits a slightly hazy burnt orange with a big long lasting fluffy head smell seemed at first sniff right when i popped the cap that it was going to have a great hop aroma to it . i then discovered that as it breathed it totally deflated . great citrus and pine aromas are in there but you have to struggle a bit to find it taste taste is pretty weak . slightly bitter and yeasty finish which disappears fairly quickly and not a whole lot leading up that . pretty clean and crisp throughout . any bitterness seems to be completely balanced with malt sweetness mouthfeel surprisingly smooth for as much carbonation it seemed to start out having . low med body notes had always passed over this ipa until i read in this months ba issue that it was brutal . it had an apr best by date on the package so i dont think it was bad . this had a ton of potential and is a great lawnmowing ipa but just not impressed,aroma,0.4,0
am here for the thanksgiving weekend in the twin cities dont cha know and so my gracious hosts have provided me with some of the area s finest . and so here we go . this fine beer pours a light gold color showcasing considerable carbonation fair lacing and minimal head retention . folks at ab would be green with envy if they could get bud select to look this good . the nose is pretty much as bad as you d expect . i get considerable corn seltzer and . and . . did i mention i get a lot of sweet corn on the nose with this one . hoooboy . on the palate . well yes this is a bad beer but you know . . for a crappy light beer it ai n t all that bad . there is light honey and sweet corn with the expected seltzer water dominating the flavor profile . still the beer finishes very well and is actually pretty smooth on the palate despite the considerable prickly carbonation . mouthfeel is watery of course but there s some flavor in this beer and it does n t finish all that badly . drinkability is n t all that bad in an all day mowing the lawn kind of way . the beer is lousy of course but in comparison to bud lite miller light and mich ultra this is like drinking rochefort . another lousy american light lager on that we can all agree but if you feel the need to drink some swill from this particular genre you could do worse than gb premium light .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle poured into pint glass . after a bad first impression i decided to give this beer another shot . poured a copper tinged gold color with some cloudiness . head was decent sized and had some retention . smell is interesting but not that appetizing . bold ginger and pepper with some other spices that are unique to this beer . taste is milder but still ginger dominate with some lemon zest . a little spice from the yeast . mouthfeel is thin and fluid with a slight dryness in the finish . still not a ginger beer fan but it has grown on me a bit .,aroma,0.4,0
th review . i know most people save a special or rare beer to review for their milestone reviews such as th th etc . well that s exactly what i did . this beer is n t rare but it s definitely special at least to me . this site is not just craft beeradvocate it is beeradvocate and by advocating beer i can not forgot about all the good times bad times times in general that me and pbr have shared . sorry getting too mushy on to the review . appearance is a oz . bottle that is dated dec and has an awesome blue ribbon on the label poured straight into my mouth . smells like a little grain but mostly a touch of alcohol i ve never really concentrated on smelling this beer before it does n t have much of one . taste is grainy at first hints of green apple with a slight bittering hop finish . mouthfeel is very crisp a lot of carbonation and drinkability is out of this world at least for me i ve drank in a sitting before when i was younger and still wanted more . a true american classic .,aroma,0.6,1
orange color with copper and brown side lighting . head is foamy and soft but retains very well . little lacing . big aroma i ll try to include all that i notice bubble gum clove orange blossom grass and hay pepper jolly rancher . terrific . tons of pepper and biting bitterness on the tongue . astringent and boozy . thin mouthfeel does n t help . orange blossom turns into orange glo cleaner well spiced . big letdown from the outstanding aroma . lots of citric flavor especially grapefruit and orange but the sweetness of the malt just does not do any justice to the balance and drinkability . far too bitter without the commensurate hop flavor notes .,aroma,1.0,1
amazing nose of peach with a high frothy long lasting head with an almost soapy mouthfeel . flavor profile is not as sweet as the nose says it should be and by the second sip notes of applewood become prominent . extremely interesting but difficult to drink more than one . best used as an aperitif .,aroma,1.0,1
brooklyn black chocolate stout beer is black as space . the head was short lived and had a medium brown colour only a tiny amount of lacing remains . as soon as a poured it i smelled malt even from feet away . when you get closer you also smell sweet coffee . the first flavour i got was coffee changing to sweet maltiness . the aftertaste was of bitter black chocolate . as my palate grew accustomed to it the taste grew more uniform and i mainly tasted milky bitter chocolate . this beer has a milky feel and is surprisingly light for the style with very little carbonation . this is a very drinkable beer with a lovely complex flavour .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear copper color with mininal head that does n t stick around . no lacing . smells of sweet fruit apple pear and a little spice . very sweet from beginnging to end . apple pear nutty yeast and some spice . finish is sweet and tart fruits . less carbonation than i expected from the style . not a huge fan of this one . way too sweet . i really hate wasting beer but not too sure if i can finish the bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
i am always keen to try limited availability beers and christmas beers are no exception . the nice octagonal packaging certainly stood out on the crowded supermarket shelf . this would have been a much better ornament than a beer . the beer poured into a mug pint glass a dark orange amber colour . this produced a mm head for all of seconds and then died to leave the pint looking very poor . the nose was a complex mixture of various fruits spices and nuts along with a floral scent of hops . i was fully expecting these rich fragrences to continue through to the taste but sadly i was disapointed . whilst it was n t awful to take it was n t ver pleasant either . surprisingly light with some of the fruits and spices coming through but these were faint in comparisson to the nose the taste was dominated by all too floral hops . the beer was too carbonated and the fizz swirled round the mouth but did leave a crisp and dry finish on the palate . the spices and fruits made a cameo appearance after having swalled the beer . i managed half the pint not a good christmas brew . maybe it would be better on cask without the excess fizz .,aroma,0.7,1
a good looking beer . auburn slight head minimal tracing but a fine color and a nice stream of carbonation working it s way skyward . s smells like a bewery . what could be better . t tastes of dark bread and heavy malts . a crispness of hops that is just enough to prevent me from thinking this a brown . m it has a feel while it is in your mouth . you know it s there . d i m so bloated right now i can barely enjoy this but enjoy it i did . thumbs up to southern tier .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance dark brown with maybe just a hint of red . nearly opaque but appears clear . short but durable light tan head . smell rather light almost indistinct . most prominent odor is light vanilla . taste dark quite sweet malt with mild moderate vanilla flavor . even cloying . mouthfeel medium to full bodied . drinkability it s nice that the vanilla does n t overwhelm this beer like is the case with too many flavored beers . the sweetness of this beer is a little too much for me though .,aroma,0.4,0
a coffee copper brown with a one finger head that dissipates in a minute tiny specks of lacing drift down the glass with time . s slight odors of coffee but predominantly miller lite and carbonation . t a mild coffee complimented by faintly sweet chocolate flavor . a pleasant coffee bitter aftertaste . not a strong flavor by any means but it is quite enjoyable . m slightly thin but refreshing and smooth . d goes down easily would make a good breakfast beer . for those who start their mornings right . i never tried a saranac beer before for the price i could n t pass up the twelve beers of winter . if half of the others are about this good then it was money well spent .,aroma,0.4,0
i had heard good things about hitachino and had a few others of theirs so i decided to give this a try . it poured a golden brown had an unfiltered body and a foamy white head with good retention . the aroma was suprisingly good with banana cedar mild hops vanilla and ginger . the taste had hints of cedar smoke mild hops mild citrus and some roasted malts . the feel however was nothing to write home about the carbonation made a biting feel at first but this quickly faded into a bland and mildly sour finish . in my opinion this had real potential but was killed by a weak feel .,aroma,0.9,1
oz beer best by poured into a pilsner glass . appearance cloudy pale straw yellow to gold beer with a thin white head across the top . some strands of lacing noted that had a tendency to slide back down into the beer . smell fresh apples yeast and spices the coriander and the peel show up as well . there is a bit of mustiness in there as well . this is going to sound hoity toity but it s a delicate fruit smell . complex not overpowering and quite interesting but no robust . make sense . well it does to me anyway . it s a very appealing smell . taste part belgian wit and part apple cider blended together . you can taste the slightly chalky yeast as well . finishes quite dry . the blend of the two flavors is almost seamless it s hard to pull the two apart . mouthfeel crisp carbonation on the tongue bordering on fizzy at times . a little watery . overall drinkability interesting beer but i think one is enough . the smell is really good but the taste is a bit disappointing in comparison . the good aromas in the smell do n t show up in the taste . mind you the taste is n t bad just not at the same level as the smell . i suspect this beer would be best with a fruit cobbler or pie . maybe with a meal like pork but by itself it s just okay .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a sniffer thanks to texasclimber for sharing this one . appearance black with an off white head . the head quickly fades to a ring around the glass with no lacing . aroma the aroma was very nice . chocolate burnt sugar vanilla roasted grains . the aroma made me really want to try a sip . taste sadly the taste could not live up to the smell . bland not much going on . the taste was not as dynamic a the smell it was basically roast y what you expect from a normal porter . mouthfeel a little underwhelming again . i prefer my porters to have more body to them . medium carbonation and light body . i was n t expecting it to be heavier though because it is not a robust porter so it is brewed to style . just not my preference . i would say it was a little watery even for the style . overall i was n t that impressed with this beer . the aroma gave me high expectations but sadly the rest of the beer could n t live up to it .,aroma,0.9,1
color nice golden sunflower oil type color . not too hazy like other unfiltered hefeweizens . pour with about two inches of head which dissipates pretty quickly leaving a moderate amount of lacing on the glass . smell sweet citrusy scent . taste wheat . light hoppy bitterness . citrus tones lemon . mouthfeel flat . very light carbonation . watery . drinkability i did n t find this beer very appealing with respect to taste . it smells good but the taste is not interesting or exceptional . overall grade c,aroma,0.7,1
a nothing makes me smile more than seeing such a black lager stare back at me with a beautiful inch foam . s did n t have quite the aroma i was looking for . more a subtle smoked roasted scent t i can not stress how delicious this beer was . schwarzbier is my favorite type of beer and howl only reaffirms my preferance . the hops were subtle and the malt sweetness was just exceptional . it had a few toffee like undertones but nothing overpowering or off the wall that ruined the flavor . m so smooth . i think i could hear my tastebuds applaud as this beer filled my mouth . it was just so balanced and not too carbonated that every sip got better and more enjoyable . d i could have pounded a twelve pack if i did n t have limits . that s all i will say overall though i am quickly developing a taste for different beers this one really stands out to me as something special . it was n t just another elixer from the magic hat brewing company but i feel it really went above and beyond . the only thing that truly bothers me about this beer is that it is n t available year round . superior drinkability and refreshment made me come back to this beer over and over while it was available .,aroma,0.7,1
fair warning it smells like the brewers trapped a skunk fart within the bottle and to swill it between your cheeks reminds me why i need to get my cavities filled . it s an unpleasant sour taste that warms all too quickly . however i think it pours pretty well and has a great taste when drank from a glass . the aromas are much more pleasant when let out of the dank green bottle . as far the appearance it seems a little too much on the light side for a beer that tastes as heavy as it does . i say give it a try . just do n t smell the bottle . pour it into a glass .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a very clear and dark gold into a westy chalice . nice head but it fades quickly into nothingness . smells great . you go the same whitepepper honey spice wheatishness of duvel only with a wonderfully crisp weedy background . mix a duvel with a great all keller and you kind the idea . tastes very nearly as good as it smells . big nodes of weeds pollen and wild flowers backing up a spicy crisp lightly lemony belgian pale . not exactly what i expect from a tripel but who cares when the beer tastes as good as this .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a deep dark brown almost black . one finger tan head . this does have a coffee aroma but not as strong as i expected . the smell is sort of overpowered by a sickeningly burnt brown sugar scent . there s just a hint of malt . luckily the sugars in the smell do n t carry over much in the taste . the flavor is mainly black coffee with hints of toasted malts mocha . the mouthfeel is thick smooth at first but then there s a kind of dryness at the end . overall just an ok porter that s a little too filling for the style .,aroma,0.4,0
had this one sitting in the fridge for a few weeks . poured into my chimay glass . nice hop aroma right off the bat . appearance is a ruby read . nice froths head that laces the glass . taste is very good . very piney and resiney . mouthfeel if very thick . this is a very drinkable ipa and would pick this one up again .,aroma,1.0,1
bought from sierra nevada edition . bottled day of . nd day in a row drinking this beer a has a beautiful dark amber reddish coppery color clear . good head when poured very light brown buy diminished after time with little lacing . but it s a barley wine so do n t expect much of that when drinking it slowely . s very floral and spicy . can definitely smell the raw hop character from dry hopping smells like the hop room at sierra nevada . t has some lingering sweetness and good malty flavor . the amount of alcohol is just right . but the barley flavor and any other flavor is overshadowed by the hop character . that is one thing i would change about this barley wine is take the hops down a notch or two . i really want to like this one but too much resiny bitterness . and the aftertaste of hops stays too long and too strong . but that s what i would do to all sierra nevada s beers . their beers would be awesome if they did n t drown with hops . i want to taste the malt not the cheapest componet of the beer . m the strength sweetness and hop resins give this beer a very good mouth feel but once again not necessarilly a good mouthfeel . d i like it not love it . some bitterness is good too much does n t make good for drinkability . but i like it and would buy it again . let s see how it ages as this is the and i got it fresh from the brewery,aroma,0.7,1
a this was a ruddy dark brown with some muddy edges . it pours with a medium sized mocha head that fades quickly leaving a little lace . s i just ca n t find much here . a little roasted grain and a whisper of coffee . i m a little disappointed . t i think this is the widest gap i ve encountered between smell and taste scores . the smell was a let down but everything i was hoping for in the taste is here . lucious espresso flavors with just the right bitter kick along with oaty dark chocolate . the aftertaste of coffee bitter dark chocolate lingers on and on . m this had the smooth silky body i expected from an oatmeal stout . it might be my imagination but i think this was roughed up a bit by the espresso . the carbonation is creamy and lang lasting spot on for this one . d i m really sorry i missed out on a case of this . the smell score was lacking but this has it were it counts . this tastes and feel great . if you were lucky enough to get some enjoy them quick i ca n t imagine they ll get any better .,aroma,0.6,1
usually these guys put out on some really good beers but this time i think they failed . it pours a great looking color and has a decent floral and citrus scent to it but there the fun ends . tasting this beer was almost like drink a glass of orange windex . over powering citrus taste with an acrid burning on the after taste . on the tounge it was flat and lifeless . i was really dissapointed with this beer . i understand that they made this beer due to customer demands but i think they could have done much better . i have several of these beers left . anyone who wants them is welcome to them . i will not have this one again .,aroma,0.6,1
i m not sure what the point of an imperial oktoberfest is and if it will even push any type of boundaries . ml foiled bomber . it pours hazier than the style standard it is a cidre color . th head is off white and the lacing is super dirty looking . the smell has a tangy fruit character some caramel nut and alcohol . the flavor is pretty bad . super cloying sweetness rotten fruit sickly sweet caramel . huge alcoholic presence . this beer is not needed .,aroma,0.6,1
edit lt this is actually a review for guinness extra cold that s right they were actually bragging about how cold a stout was which was damn near ubiquitous in otherwise decent pubs throughout the uk when i was there in the summer of . the tap handle for it looked like the one seen here in the us for guinness draft except it was blue . the profile for guinness extra cold was removed after i posted this review but the review written when i still did n t know shit got moved to guinness draft somehow. gt typical great guinness taste for the most part although i think it would have tasted better if a little warmer . i remember drinking normal guinness in germany several years ago and being more impressed . guinness extra cold is basically the same as what one often gets when having a guinness in an american bar . oddly enough when i was in england two years ago this was the only kind of guinness i found in the pubs i ventured into .,aroma,0.6,1
oz received as a cool extra in an already super cool trade from md . . mike threw down . . i ve had the wake n bake a couple of times over the years . but never took the time to review it because i was n t too sure it was fresh . this one has been in the fridge for a coupla days. and tonight. sounds good . poured into my new belgium snifter . fairly aggressive pour produced a good looking head . touches of lace. above a deep very black brew. the nose is obviously coffee. funny how scents can transport us back in time . the aroma immediately brings back memories that i have n t thought of in years . am at johnnie s diner in mcconnellsburg pa. years old . st day of buck season with my pappy deshong . . mid late s. unmistakable. cold coffee out of a crappy thermos hours later. some of the best memories of my life . now damn it. i want runny eggs and toast sopping with butter . i know it is hokey . but it sorta brings a tear to my eye . flavor mirrors the nose but with a more urban cold coffee flavor. beans with a little dark malt char. the flavor has alot less chocolate than most big stouts. but it is there no doubt. there seems to be a creamy quality also. the creaminess it there both in taste and mouthfeel. silky and calming. great beer for sure. thanks mike. this brew is clean and clear and the mission is accomplished. damn near close to perfect .,aroma,1.0,1
poured orange amber short creamy white head short lived moderate lacing . aroma was pleasant with fruity notes yeast and hops . tasre was surprisingly bitter for a lager but with a chewy malt background . the herbal taste of hops stood out though with malt sweetness earth other herbs and spice in the background . nice mouthfeel slightly fizzy . well balanced and full flavored lager .,aroma,1.0,1
i had mixed feelings about the noble pils before it even came out as i had always enjoyed the white ale that sam adams had previously marketed as its spring seasonal . basically i feel like the white ale should have remained the spring beer offering whilst this beer should have become a full time staple of the sam adams line up . what i love most about this beer is how compared to the other sam seasonal beers i do n t get tired of it by its seasons end . sam summer i m done with by mid june i do n t want anymore lemon zest in my diet . octoberfest while good just is n t on par with it s more authentic munich counterparts . and i ve run my course with the winter lager by christmas . but the noble pils does n t get old for me . great taste and easy as hell to drink . i ve found myself drinking enough of these on many an occasion to hand my car keys over to my bartender . very bubbly which i enjoy and a very clean refreshing taste . only slightly citrusy very balanced with the light hops taste . indeed i ll be very sad to see this one go again in a few months . .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours a thick dark brownish amber . the smell is like a butter scotchy carmely beer cake which masks most of the smell of alcohol . the taste is strong but smooth and is what you would expect from a beer modeled like a wine . it feels creamy in your mouth and you can taste every grain . i split this beer with a buddy and i believe this is all i could drink . the horndog is tasty but its not your grandmaws beer . if you drink this beer you are a memeber of my new special club .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance clear yellow in color with some active carbonation and a big foaming white head . smell the skunk rolled from the bottle before the t in the pssst from the cap popping was completely finished . the grain is putrid but masked by the incredibly sharp skunk . taste theres a decent sweetness to this one but not nearly enough to cover up the horrible grain flavor . mouthfeel this is of course light bodied but the good news is that it is smoother than your typical macro pale lager swill . drinkability if you could get this without the skunk it might not be half bad .,aroma,0.3,0
this was my first flemish sour and it really grew on me . poured to darlk brown with hints of red and a thick tan head that lasted for the whole drink and left excellent lacing . the aroma was very funky reminded me of those old paz easter egg coloring kits where you drop a colored tablet in pure vinegar . i was afraid of what i would be drinking next . to my great surprise the taste was excellent . it was sour fruit and at first caught me off guard but i quickly adapted . finish was dry sour and warming . i bought this in a pack and was concerned that i may have over bought . now i know i will be heading back for more .,aroma,0.7,1
brunt scarlet lava with a small white head with little lace . decent retention . tiny floaties abound in this one . a sweet nice rounded malty aroma with a caramel background . some floral aromatic hop with a bit of firey cinnamon spice in the background . a sweet and sour tanginess also . hmm odd profile of aromas . but it is nice . blood orannge as well as tangerine and hints of apricot . ugh . lacking any depth of flavor and mouthfeel alike . hops are bittering only with not much in the way of flavor . the malt needs to shine through a little more to help round things out . things seem discombobulated and weak . carbonation is decent . i wo n t be trying this again anytime soon .,aroma,0.7,1
perfect accompaniment to a slice of pizza at celestino s in chico . this beer has hot summer day written allover it . appearance gt clear dark blonde . lively . small vanilla head . lacy . smell gt average . notes of grain and honey but slightly metallic . taste gt hoppier than most blonde ales leave it to sn . good . mouf gt nice . not overly carbonated . probably the best attribute of this beer . drinkability gt easy . refreshing .,aroma,0.6,1
i loved the spicy taste when i first tried it reminded me of christmas in the summer and the smell was very delightful . i would definatly get this beer again if i was out with some buddies and being that it is a summer beer it was perfect for a summer night in georgia . i also have to say the price was reasonable there is nothing like getting a good beer at a good value .,aroma,1.0,1
bottled in the middle of february per the label . oz bottle into a tulip glass . pours a cloudy murky orangish rust color . the cloudy murky aspect looks like when the bottom of a beer that is bottle conditioned or has heavy sediment is poured into the glass accidentally and produces a cloudiness that eventually subsides as the sediment settles to the bottom . i am waiting for the clouds to part but i guess that s not going to happen here . there is a thin off white cap of foam that leaves the slightest amount of wispy lacing . some spicy and hop characters hit the nose first . a peppery character with some light fruity hops come across along with some belgian yeast and what seems like some caramel malt or something of the like . the taste follows along with the nose . the spicy characters are much stronger here than in the nose . a peppery flavor and some clove stand out above pretty much everything else . the belgian yeast is here as is some fruity hop character . the fruity hops have to fight their way through to be tasted but there is some hop bitterness that comes in towards the finish and is much more noticeable . medium bodied with carbonation on the higher end of medium . the spiciness is a bit harsh on the palette and gets worse as the beer warms . there is a bitterness at the finish that lingers a bit but after the harsh spicy characters it seems that the beer would be better served if something mellowed the spice out before the bitter finish . overall this one has all the characteristics of a belgian ipa but they seem to be out of whack . the hops are a bit weak and really do n t mesh well when the do come through . the spice characteristics are a bit strong not overwhelming but they take over at times when they are probably best served as complimentary flavors . this is a beer that wants to be could and probably can be with a little tweaking but the flavors are just a bit off right now .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle . tulip glass . pours a clear amber color with a nice fluffy head . decent lacing . unfortunately this is the best this ipa has to offer . scents are wheat and grain . something is missing from the nose of this ipa . they are weak and do not reflect the majority of the ipas i have ever sampled . where are the hops . there is a slight bitterness but this ipa is seriously lacking in flavor character . some grain and that is about it . this is sad . a crisp wheat flavor finds its way to the top but it sadly has no boldness to it . there is a strange weak cola aftertaste that in my opinion reflects on the missing flavors . this beer should not be called an ipa . it is benign in flavors . what flavors do appear seem scared and would be the pansy to any bully on the playground . this beer might be better catorgorized as a lifeless commen . it tastes nothing like an ipa in my opinion . the mouthfeel is watery . it sure is easy drinking if you want a glass of water with some alcohol after a jog or working out . if drinkability means would i have another . then no i would not have another . it is pure boredome . not recommended until they change the recipe .,aroma,0.3,0
on my last pack run could n t find the beer i wanted this caught my eye decide to give it a whirl . appearance golden color smell grainy but enjoyable taste bit of malty and i was surprised with the hop presents . a quiet enjoyable beer it is a shame this is n t the top seller in the country .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a blackened cola color very dark but clear when held up to the light with ruby highlights . one inch of slightly off white head tops things off and retains quite nicely . laces okay . smells of faint grains and roast with a tinge of leafy green hops . the taste is astringently roasty tinny and metallic harsh and unpleasant . roasty and bitter and chemically . it tastes . fake . there s a cold coffee like aspect too it but like really bad coffee from a machine . or worse tim horton s . really the taste is harsh . unpleasant . not good . moving on . . very thin bodied and watery . i drank a third of the can and dumped it . avoid .,aroma,0.6,1
bought as a single oz from nikki s liquors in providence . ap pours a nice deep orange with a bright white head dissipates quickly leaving only a little bit of lacy bubbles . sm this smells really good . nice big citrusy hops . smells slightly sweet . ts bitter kind of piney hops in the mid palate sweet and fruity in the front with more malt showing through as the beer warms . alcohol lingers on the finish . not as hoppy as the nose might indicate balanced pretty well . a little hot though expected with the maybe . mf kind of creamy at first and then finishes kind of dry like a gin and tonic . hangs on in the mouth with those pine needle hops . d i m having this while i cook so the stomach is a little empty on the full stomach the alcohol might not hit as hard . i d probably go to something else after this even if i had another in the fridge . the more i drink the less i like it . seems like one type of hop they used is just too bitter for me about halfway through . not great but worth a try . better than their quad .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle into an imperial pint . no bottled on date visible . playing the black keysbrothers a pours a dark honey amber with some gold and ruby highlights when held to the light . a relatively thick ring of eggshell head follows the pour but dissipates leaving some immediate lace sticking to the sides of my pint . hazy with slow carbonation showing . s first smells are juicy citrusy hops . some tropical fruit fills the nose almost artificial reminiscent of starburst candy . some sweet malt coming through and maybe a little heat . a really nice smelling beer . t unfortunately the details in the nose are not coming through on flavor . pretty thin overall taste with lemon and tart fruit supported by a malt backbone you kind of have to search for . slightly bitter but a little disappointing for a dipa recipe that claims three pounds of centennial hops per barrel . m i was worried about this at the pour . thin and barely carbonated . a slick watery mouthfeel makes me wonder if i picked up an old or loosely capped bottle . o damn . ale asylum is definitely one of my favorite up and coming breweries and i really do n t feel like satisfaction jacksin stands up to the other quality brews i ve had by them . something just does n t seem right . the only thing that seemed to shine was the nose and the rest fell flat . literally . i ll definitely keep drinking ale asylum but i ll wait to try this again until it s fresh on draft somewhere .,aroma,0.8,1
obtained in trade from shogokawada thanks . . bottled in . poured from a oz bomber into my dogfish head shaped pint glass . rich dark brown liquid is topped by a churning creamy sandy brown head of foam . thick pasty lacing and superior retention a swirl brings the head right back up . chocolate covered malt balls roasted barley brown bread molasses shoyu and a touch of oxidation sweat cardboard in the nose . letting it breath for a while seems to help dispense with some of the undesirable aromatics . old coffee grounds and an almost sour hop flavor greet the palate . the astringency blossoms into an array of roast levels from pleasantly toasty to nearly acrid as it builds into the finish . a touch of hazlenut faint cherry heaps of brown sugar and a bit of milk chocolate tames the bitterness though the aftertaste is still fairly dry and roasty . full bodied dense velvety mouthfeel filling with fairly high carbonation . warming but not at all hot . pleasing spice like astringency . reminds me of nitro tap but in a good way . a well balanced and enjoyable example of the style though it does n t seem as robust as the label claims i d be nervous to age this except at a very cool temperature as it tastes just a hair past its peak already .,aroma,0.6,1
i had high hopes for this brew but it did not live up to them . the experience started out well enough . the beer poured a cloudy brown haze that was rather attractive with a solid head . it was almost completely opaque in the glass . it smelled of hops and dark fruit and i was very much ready to try it . when i actually tasted it though i found it to be a little too syrupy . it tasted like molasses . i really like the hop notes though . i did n t get much citrus but the piney bitterness was nice . it would be difficult to drink several of these but overall it was a very classic style ale and a good experience . i d drink it again .,aroma,0.9,1
a little something to get this grinch in the christmas spirit . pours a dark amber into my sam adams specialty glass . head is tan fluffy two fingers thick and stays around quite a while with a consistent and stubborn lacing . smells robust with citrusy hops orange peel and pine . medium bodied and a bit watery at first which is subsequently overcome by a good balance of hops . there s a bit of bitterness toward the end that in no way affects the drinkability . i m going to session on a few of these as the wind blows furious and the snow whips and i have a feeling i m going to have a good time .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a nice looking rose violet brown and is fairly clear . light tan head tops the glass which has large bubbles . poor retention . it does not stick around very long . s medicinal like . over ripened fig hints of anise . kind of smells like a fig newton bar . t in a word . underdeveloped . there are actually some nice flavors that shine through . and i am pleasantly surprised that it s not cloying on the palate the nose indicated otherwise . fig newton qualities come through as well . there is a balance between overall sweet and dry qualities . at the end of the day however this is just unfulfilling seems watered down though at abv that is an odd thought to be having . m ehh ok d medium,aroma,0.4,0
pinky size head retains some lace . body is medium amber as to be expected and very nice . smell is superior . a robust but citrusy smell that you get a hint of straight out of the bottle . this comes out on the taste as well . it does taste fine but not as aggressive as i was expecting . tastes more like a slightly stronger ordinary pale ale . not bad but was looking for different . it has a nice feel to it again much like a good pale in fact much like flying dog s pale . if i were looking for a decent pale i could drink a few of these though overall not a bad beer but not much an ipa either .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from ml bottle into a cervoise . bottle of . batch . a opens with a loud pop and starting bubbling out of the bottle . pours a clear lemon orange with immense carbonation producing a massive inch bubbly white head . excellent retention and lacing . my only knock here is the excessive carbonation . s lemon grass soft citrus notes mild funk restrained pepper spice soft mineral with a sweet and sour note in the background . absolutely wonderful . t unfortunately does n t quite live up to the aroma . still a nice barnyard funk lemon citrus and dry hops . taste honestly is a tad watery . m i do n t think i ve commented on the feel of a beer s head before but here goes . super soft silky airy foam . the head has an ethereal other worldly feel . tremendous . the beer itself is of light medium body . soft and clean feel . hint of dry hop and brett sour bite . d definitely a quality brew and one you should seek out now but i have to say it s not one i d label as exceptional . perhaps it s my fault and my expectations were too high . anyway . great great brew from an outstanding brewery . keep it going boulevard . by the by the abv is extraordinarily well hidden . drinks like half of what it is .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pint glass and had to slow down as the head was forming up over two fingers deep . yellow gold in color not much bubble action . skunky aroma on the lighter side and a light dose of peppery spice . after the head dies down to a thin covering i ca n t pick up anything but the hint of skunkiness but nothing else . too bad so far the canned version is better than the bottled . taste has a good base of malt and a trace of hop balance toward the finish . aftertaste is rather pronounced with a noticeable bitterness and staying power . still i can taste a hint of skunkiness too which detracts from a rather well made product . about halfway into the beer either i am getting used to it or it is lessening in strength . mouthfeel is great . the pils flavor enhances the pils lightness to keep it from tasting watery . carbonation is above average . drinkability lesson learned . i ll avoid bottles the canned bitburger is more immune to the effects of shipping storage etc . the bottles have some of the same quality of the cans but skunk is something i really dislike .,aroma,0.3,0
purchased at beverages and more in san mateo ca presentation poured into my lindeman s flute . ml bottle with no dating . assuming from some time in . appearance berry red maybe a slight bit purple colored brew . inch spritzy head and light lace . smell that of very fresh raspberries . not the fake sugared and candied scent but a kind of smell you may catch at jamba juice when you order a smoothie . taste a tad sour and tart at first which turns to a nice sweet flavor . a bit of a candied raspberry taste . not as fresh as the scent was . tasted a bit like jolly ranchers . still very tasty . a bit on the light sryup side . mouthfeel sticky and sweet sour at the same time . lower champagne carbonation . drinkability the only raspberry lambic to my knowledge that i have had . very drinkable . would have loved to try this with some vanilla bean ice cream . guess i ll have to try it again .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a snifter with thin pink head that diminished quickly . the aroma is spot on sweet cherry medicinal cider vinegar and acid . unfortunately the aromatics led me to believe this would be more sour that it was . the taste is overly sweet with a teeth coating mouthfeel . you get a little oak and little sourness but those flavors are overwhelmed by the fruity sweetness . as it warms you get a little more notes of cider vinegar . i know flemish sours are typically more sweet but i was hoping for a more dry sour flavor from the barrel aging process . in my opinion not worth the near price tag .,aroma,0.9,1
shared a bottle with douroguy . provided by him thanks dude . . a slow gusher . be careful . served at cellar temp . poured from a ml bottle into a small tasting glass . pours a clear golden straw color . a very little bit of head rises and dissapears quickly . no lacing to speak of . wow . i can smell this beer from the other side of the room . huge funk and tartness . oak spices and grape aromas . this is one of the best smelling sours out there . flavor is good . but not as crazy as i expected . a good sour but does n t stand out like i wanted it to . with that said it s still top notch . the sour grape flavors add a great characteristic to this beer . with a slight dry finish . the obvious sour tart funk is right on key . and very clean and crisp . picked up a slight oak iness throughout as well . body is light with medium to low carbonation . overall a very solid sour from captain lawrence . a must try .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle . this brew really surprised me . pours a very nice looking light amberish color with a strong bubbly head . strong malty smell along with some dark fruits soaked in alcohol . cherries or plums . mouthfeel was nothing great but gets the job done . tastes of sweet malts and at first a strong alcohol bite . i could not taste the hops at all.no bitterness . i thought that this beer was higher than . abv after the first few sips because the alcohol taste was kicking my butt . i could drink a few of these at a time . good winter beer . warms the body and mind . i ll be sampling this one again next winter .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle poured into a tulip . bottle generously provided as an extra by normyk thanks rob . a although blended with a stout i had expectations of this beer being lighter in color but nope pretty damn dark with only slight brown highlights to it . builds about fingers worth of head at its peak . retention is fairly low as it fizzles out quickly . little to no lacing . s the smell is actually pretty enticing full of strawberry and a faint peanut nose to it . also getting a smokiness similar to what was in short s s mores stout but not to as great an extent . smell is a little sour too which is a bit off putting. t excitedly i take my first sip and . oh my goodness what the hell happened to this beer . it s deathly sour and is like drinking a vile concoction of sea water and vinegar . maybe a bit of cherry and raspberry poke through and in the finish i m getting the peanuts a little but this beer is obviously off . given the smell and taste i m not so sure my s mores stout was n t a little infected as well given what i ve heard about short s qc . i ca n t even get through half a bottle of this but sadly it goes down the drain . m mouthfeel is medium bodied with moderate carbonation . long long lasting bitterness in this one unfortunately . d drinkability is abysmal . in paper this beer had a lot of promise and i was greatly looking forward to it but another let down from short s . a month ago i would ve been excited to try anything these creative brewers put out but now i m extremely hesitant . it s a shame really these guys are really trying to innovate .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at revolution . only ordered a taster of this one . a well it looks like a hefeweizen . quick dissolving white foam settles to wispy patches of bubbles on top a thick collar and spotty lacing . hazy white peach flesh body . s unfortunately it does not smell like hefeweizen or at least not like the ones i like . there s an off putting sweat and sulfur aroma mingling with phenolic yeast and some standard hefe flavors well in the background . t taste is thankfully better without as much of the off flavors . that being said it s somewhat dull with grain wheat weizen yeast and a hint of lemon . minimal banana or clove present here and an unpleasant sour mash sort of finish . m dry grainy with zesty carbonation . medium body and a thankfully clean finish . d one of revolution s rare misses . either something went awry during the brewing or this recipe needs to be tossed out . with so many superior offerings at revolution i ca n t really recommend this one at all .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle picked up on a recent trip to kentucky . drank from my duvel tulip . a this one pours out a murky looking reddish brown colored body with a small beige head on it . the head lasts for a while before receding and leaves behind a few randomly placed spots of lacing . s belgian yeast is the first thing that i notice . after that comes a myriad of fruits . apples pears plums cherries and a little bit of orange . interesting . some bubblegum banana in here also . t the taste isnt nearly as inviting as the smell and is kind of a let down . the fruits are in here but alot less pronounced . the yeast is the main contributor to the flavor offering a bit of banana and bubble gum . m thin and watery . highly carbonated . d after the smell this one sort of fell apart on me . i dont think id seek it out again .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from oz bottle into bordeaux wine glass . vintage not finding a bottled on date . aroma cocoa krispies sweet caramel chocolate malt bourbon cola coconut and vanilla notes . the aroma seems to get better w each sniff and really had me looking forward to tasting it . appearance looks like cola when light passes through the beer as it s poured . much lighter in color than i d anticipated . bold coffee colored once in the glass with tinges of ruby . not opaque . one finger of head quickly falls to a thin layer of splotchy foam and then to a circle of foam around the inside of the glass . on a related note many of the labels of the other bottles on the store shelf were torn for some unknown reason . i now see that there appears to be dried beer on the outside of the bottle presumably from the hand . bottling process . the notion that this was hand bottled is appealing but the appearance of the outside of the bottle is amateurish and reminds me of my early bottles of home brew . flavor not nearly as complex as the aroma unfortunately . light molasses sweetness up front . boozy alcohol then creeps in and is followed by a very slight but noticeable metallic twang . the finish is bittersweet and hot . the flavor of this brew is reminiscent of dfh world wide stout did someone dump a shot of vodka in my stout . but is slightly better imo . mouthfeel this beer is much thinner than one would expect from a brand called dragon s milk . it definitely leaves a peppery alcohol burn in the mouth and throat . overall not a bad beer but definitely lacking in body and depth . for the money i know i can find other high gravity brews which are balanced with more body and malt flavor . the aroma really lead me to believe this was going to be a great one but i was a little let down .,aroma,0.8,1
beautiful pinkish gold orange amber but very little head . the smell was light floral and fruity i almost imagined it apricot if i had n t known it was raspberry . the taste was not sweet or overpowering at all in the sense of a lambic or a blueberry beer . for a fruit flavoring the fruitiness was light but definitely detectable and somewhat dry . lightly hoppy . very little mouthfeel of note thin clarity and carbonation not creamy at all with little head . drinkable with no overpowering flavors or residual tastes yet distinctly more flowery fruity than hoppy . just depends on your tastes i would not like this as much with a regular meal as with a desert type food .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at blind tiger . pours black with a small tan head . aroma of bourbon . yep . very strong bourbon . i do n t want to drink this . flavor is quite bourbony as well but not terribly overpowering . there is some bitter chocolate in the flavor but it s still way too bourbony . this could have been a good blend of bourbon and the robust porter but instead the bourbon completely overwhelmed the base beer and made this quite undrinkable . .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a transparent brown with a quickly dissipating off white head . appears a tad watery . smell is very nice . lemon grass citrus hops with a very nice and strong caramel malt backround . tastes roast malt toffee with a slight tart finish . after my growler was a day old the alcohol was very appartent in a not so pleasant manner . this is still a very drinkable beer just not bold enough flavors for my taste .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours very dark with a fluffy cinnamon colored head . s i found the nose to be very muted very slight scent of roasted malts . t luckily this tastes better than it smells . i found the taste to be very big with roasted malts surrounded by caramel and coffee . m a little creamy with medium body and light carbonation . o like others have said drinks like a porter stout . i found it to be quite tasty and for . bottle i will drink some more .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a deep dark brownish burgandy color with orange hues at the bottom of the glass . thin fizzy head that is gone in seconds . the smell is of dark fruits . plums grapes raisins and cherries . the taste is very sweet . i wonder what the abv is because i can taste the alcohol . feels crisp but a little thin and watery in the mouth . this could be a session beer . i tried a lift your kilt scottish ale from cottonwood at the brewgrass festival and was wondering if this is the same thing .,aroma,0.8,1
wisps of carbonation smoke float out of the bottle after a big pop of the cork . pours a hazy brown and topped with a smallish but lingering tan head . no lace to speak of on the first glass but jagged fingers of lace existed upon a second pour . subtle but complex aromas of dark chocolate ripe cherries sour fruits currants figs beer bread and burnt sugar . taste is not as complex as the smell and almost underwhelming with more dark chocolate notes unripened dark fruits plums grapes grain and yeast . creamy and medium to heavy mouth feel initially but becomes a bit thinner with a pseudo champagne like feel after a while . alcohol heat is amazingly subtle and not even noticeable until the very end . not for sure this one completely works for me but glad i tried it either way . it is also important to note that the froth in the bottle had actually overflowed spilled out a little in the fridge and left a semi hard honeycomb like nice sized chunk of lace around the rim while i was drinking my first glass .,aroma,0.9,1
poured this bad boy into my snifter and was greeted by a wonderful brown color and a nice off white brownish head . the aroma was the typical malty smell of a brown ale . what made the greatest impression was the taste of this beer . there was a tantalizing chocolate taste in the malt profile that left me wanting another sip . the finish was balanced as was the body of this brew . i really enjoyed this beer and would happily drink it again .,aroma,0.6,1
chicken tortilla soup and maracaibo especial . muy bueno . ml bottle. fancy label fits in with the rest of the line . this is the purple one i guess . pours a hazy cloudy rustic brown . did i upset the yeast . i couldnt have . just how it its . nice thick two finger head settles to a milk bottle cream top which leaves cascading islands of lace . nose is certainly affected with the trademark jolly pumpkin barrel aroma flavor. light vanilla wood without imparting too much diacetyl . finally i ve found the beer this balances with perfectly. the creamy whipped dreaminess of the barrel versus the stark bright ripe fruits of an american dubbel. this exudes a mindblowing aroma . superb . blueberry ice cream scent with a blondie underneath . delectable . taste does n t disappoint either . that fruity ice cream character follows through to the flavor and allows the trappist y yeast to shine in all its estery glory . finishes crisp with leftover notes of those dark bitter fruits like plums and blackberry . medium to light body allows for nice drinkability . and again the barrel does not bring this into the world of sipping strong beers . jolly pumpkin seems to be a real one trick pony but this is one of the times when that pony executes its trick perfectly . id like to see jp expand away from the wood this dubbel would be good on its own but ill take more maracaibo for now any chance i get .,aroma,1.0,1
cl brown glass bottle served into an imperial pint glass in high altitude denver colorado . reviewed live . a three finger head of slight cream fair thickness and good retention . transparent yellow colour . generally appealing . sm slight cream full barley and a wonderful fullness of pleasant light hops i ca n t adequately describe forgive me . it s very inviting i can barely wait to try it . the aroma is mild to moderate in strength . t very pleasant subtle hops are present from the open but blossom on the climax . the foundation is a full barley that is complemented by the unobtrusive cream rather nicely . i quite fancy it . there s some slight floral notes that linger as long as they should without overpowering . wondrously balanced and nicely built . a very refreshing summer beer . mf smooth and wet with enough thickness to allow flavour without being overbearing . complements the flavours quite nicely . dr a simple but very effective and carefully built beer . this is one to enjoy on a patio over good conversation in the summertime . bravo .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a deep blackish brown with ruby highlights . the aroma is exceptional as you can smell this ale when you pour it out of the bottle . deep dark fruity ester mingle with a citrussy coriander spiciness make for an excellent aroma this is the first beer i have tried in which the aroma exceeds the flavor . the rich aroma led me to a letdown as the flavor was much more subdued than i expected . the coriander flavors were there though they were much less prevelent due to the intemingling of the roasted grain flavors detracting from the spice . the body of this ale is an immense letdown as a scotch wee heavy imo should have a bit more viscosity and sweetness but this is a rather thin ale in terms of body . for being an ale with such disinction and prestige i would have thought it would taste better but maybe it just is n t my style . the scotch ales always throw me off due to the lack of hops and for some reason i have a hard time enjoying tha malt flavors unless they are balanced by a signifigant amount of hops .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle into a tall pint glass a pours a dark black with a big tan head that slowly fades to a smaller head and leaves a ton of lacing . if only more ris could look like this . s the nose is kind of faint with not much going on . what i do get is small whiffs of cocoa which smells pretty good . t the taste is full on cocoa with chocolate milk and the slightest bitterness from hops . there s also some dark fruit flavor in the background as well . pretty tasty . m the feel is creamy and smooth . it s on the fuller side of medium but could be a bit thicker . d this is better than i was execting and is your average stout . i would n t hesitate to order this if i ever saw it at the bar . thanks to randomdanger for the extra .,aroma,0.6,1
black body hosts a massive inch head as a result of a vigorous pour leaving a lot of lace as it fades . very zesty cola like malt feel on the nose is almost nutty . very smooth and very sweet as it enters the mouth . almost syrupy like maltieness . a hint of black liqorce . finishes realatively cleanly for a stout not nearly as bitter as many others . very drinkable . a six pack is in order i do believe .,aroma,0.6,1
poured an impressive black body with a thick creamy nitro head . a finger of foam persisted throughout . maybe it s just me but i did n t get much aroma from this . just a hint of toasted grain . silky smooth mouthfeel thick and creamy . chocolate notes hints of coffee dry after taste . roasty sweet and a great drinkable stout . good bitterness at the end . much preferred over guinness .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle to glass stein . purple label . . a six . a black ruby . nice lacing . nice finger head that has decent rention . s hint of smoke and dark goodies . sweet bready goodness in the nose . t taste bready hints of lots of dark notes and chocolate . smooth and thick to the teeth but not thick when you drink it . easy to get down . smoke and tang aftertaste . but not overwhelming . m at first taste i thought it was rather thick . but then after a sitting it was brought to my attention that a few of these buggers could go down no problem . definitly good . thick tasting but not thick in reality . could be better in this area but its not lacking much at all . d im going to say fairly high . definitly surprized . this one was different than alot of my other reviews . i though it was going to be dead on or fail for the class . it was different in a major way . i thought it was a thicker beer but it just tasted thicker than it actually was . not complex . full frontal easy to the new beer drinker or advocate for that matter . i would buy again most likely for the price . although alot of seasonal stuff is out for spring time and i regret not getting some of that .,aroma,0.6,1
happy ipa day this is beer of the evening . oz bomber poured into a shaker pint . a beautiful amber orange tons of activity makes this beer look inviting . small head looks rather creamy good lacing nice activity . my mouth is watering s super floral i do n t even need to put my nose that close to get wonderful citrus and pine notes t a bit sweet to me . the citrus is nice and there is a good malt presence but the malt is just to light to me really need more to round it out a bit more . m sweetness sticks a the tongue to much leaves a sugary oily aftertaste decent carbonation o a good ipa but not the best,aroma,0.9,1
pours out really clear with a slight yellow amber tint . less than a finger of white bubbles and some nice lacing around the stone tulip glass appears . smell is kinda horse blanket grassy and peppery spicey with a caramel sweetness and then the alcohol heat in the nostril . taste is very boring after the wonderful aroma . this almost has no taste whatsoever . hmmm mabey this needs the two years to mature before the final ve tasting . mouthfeel is boring but very clean . not a lot of alcohol is in the taste or aftertaste . some phenol remains after the drink leaves the mouth but not a lot . drinkability is not good at all now hoping this kicks some major ass in two years . we will have to wait and see .,aroma,0.9,1
i got this via beer powerball . thank you shaebs . . i had really been looking forward to this . it sounds so delicious . maybe i had too high of expectations i do n t know . looks and smells awesome . dark chocolate color with a small tan head that does n t stick around for too long . this smelled of chocolate before i even managed to get my nose near the glass . after sticking my face in the glass all i could get was chocolate . sweet sticky chocolate . smells like hershey s . i was really expecting a taste sensation . so took a sip . .chocolate and liquor . honestly i would best describe it as chocolate milk with some vodka tossed in . i really really wanted to like this beer but it was tough to get through the bottle and i was sharing it . it s something to try at least once i guess . if only it tasted like it smelled this would have been great .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a very pretty orange hue resembles apricots to me but i m mildly colorblind so who knows . i like the color but the head is only decent so i ca n t give this a . the smell is very boring some mild piney hops and presumably cedar and definitely did n t impress me as i tilted the glass back for the first time . the taste on the other hand is pretty impressive . a very good balance between the moderate citrus hops and the cedar keeps the beer from getting in to hop bomb territory . i d be very interested to try the normal jai alai to see how these good hops taste when they re on their own . the mouthfeel is very good a nice amount of carbonation gives the beer some life in the mouth . drinkability started out pretty high but it definitely feels boozier as you get down the bottle . unfortunately for all other ipas the standard to me is pliny and it s pretty damn hard to come close to pte in drinkability . overall a solid buy and one i might revisit later after i ve tried the regular ipa .,aroma,0.6,1
colour is brown with a decent creamcoloured head ok carbonation good lacing in the glass . smell is very appealing indeed very fresh clear orange a bit banana defenate floral hoppyness and also some spicyness clove . taste is a bit more spicy than the expected fruityness . it has a clovy and peppery bite to it more than the smell indicated . biscuits in the background . the wheatcharacter comes through in the aftertaste agressive and lasting bittersweetness . ok drinkable . it s not too high abv but the alcohol is present and noticable,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at flavor in santa rosa . a good pour the beer arrived with a thick sticky white head over a clear deep gold ale . the head remained for quite some time causing an embarassing moment with the bushy mustache . and left a lot of lacing on the glass . the smell had plenty of hops notes primarily pine and fresh cut grass but there was a very unpleasant acrid note as well . fortunately the taste was a nice straightforward ipa plenty of pine and citrus resins in this brew almost enought that alcohol not withstanding i would have guessed this was a double ipa . unfortunately there was n t much in the way of malt to balance out the flavor nor were the hop notes in any way smooth . mouthfeel was quite fine this is a medium light bodied brew with enough carbonation to leave a very clean note on the palate . hops linger a bit on the tongue but in a subtle not overpowering way . this was a fine ipa but i doubt i ll drink it again there are plenty of better choices out there .,aroma,0.4,0
the pour was a dark almost opaque brown with a nice three finger head that quickly dissapated and left a nice lace on the sides of the glass throughout the drink . the smell was very heavy in malt sweetness with the standard belgian yeast aroma and a suprising almost cedar like hint in the rear of the nose . the drink starts with a heavy malt sweetness then the yeast kicks in with that belgian flavor the hops are there but they never over take the flavor of the beer . the finish was a lingering bitter sweet malt . all and all a great beer and to me true to the style . lighter in body than i m used to for the style but still quite the tasty beer .,aroma,1.0,1
served up from a cl bottle into a tulip glass as a lively dark brown with some residual yeast flecks . tremendous off white head and very intricate lacing . nose speaks of a wonderful sweetness malty yeasty and fruity but most of all carries a unique candy like scent . excellent . taste is malty and semi sweet initially with some spicy hints lingering and a bit of hop dryness . medium bodied at best with quite a lot of carbonation . i like this beer . one of the most unique belgian dark ales i ve had . the cotton candy bubble gummy taste is subtle yet pervasive . unique is the best way i can describe it . highly drinkable i think and recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a medium toned apricot with pour carbonation and weak head structure . best thing this brew has going for it is an ephemeral scent of fresh ginger . neither shy nor out going in the nose a baseline toasted biscuit aroma with slight spice . the taste is rather plain with a disappointing lack of ginger . very strange . otherwise the mouthfeel has this curious but unappealling bottoming out mid palate as if a hole opened up in the swig . i would like to taste more ginger and feel a little acidic sting .,aroma,0.7,1
app pours a beautiful dark body with a nice roasty tan head . the head is n t a large as i imagined it would be but it s still there and provides some nice lacing . smell caramel and sweet coffee with bread and butter . this is just what i want from my sweet stout . taste similar to the smell but i think i pick up some anise which is usually hard for me to distinguish and some burnt chocolate . the burnt chocolate takes away a little bit from the rest of the taste . mouthfeel sweet with a slight bitterness from the dark malts . a hint of alcohol keeps it from becoming cloying . drinkability very easy to drink but could be more so . i would drink this all the time if it was available .,aroma,1.0,1
during the pour this raspberry lambic style has a fantastic bouquet of raspberries and frothy pink head . the first taste was typical of the sweet but tart fruit flavor of the style with a significant pucker factor . the high carbonation and low alcohol content of this beverage makes it easy to drink . the finish is a bit long and sweet . i m a fan of lambic styles since introduced to them many years ago . while this st. louis product is big on flavor there is a fair amount of lingering sweetness almost cloying that is n t present in other high quality lambics . perhaps the higher sugar increases the quality of mouth feel where the low . alcohol level falls short . a glass of this brand would be enjoyable and it would be fine for a casual drink . but if i m looking for something a little tighter on the tongue i think i ll look somewhere else .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance great head . decent retention smell hops and malts are very apparent on the nose . very nice and inticing . taste balanced crisp refreshing . very nice beeer to relax with . mouthfeel crisp clean refreshing . drinkabiliy sessionable pilsner . very easy to drink . my first czech pilsner . i was not disappointed .,aroma,1.0,1
the beer was hazy golden amber with a barley there head which was nearly nonexistent . the aroma was strong with amarillo hop presence . the aroma was also fruity and strongly estery with citrus and a definite grassy presence along with a very light tartness . the flavor was more lackluster than the aroma with more amarillo hop character but a too low carbonation level to bring the flavor of the beer to life . some light caramel and a slightly yeasty flavor coupled with a piney and grassy hop bittering and flavor . the finish was dry wtih a lasting hop presence long into the aftertaste and beyond . the body was medium with a very low carbonation level that was closer to that of a cask ale except this beer was not a cask beer . basically flat as a pancake and served by a person from the brewery . draft at bruxellensis .,aroma,0.9,1
i stole this ounce brown bottle dated best before . . from my roommate and poured it into a pint glass . appearance i poured a clear pale yellow color with a big white head . the head did n t have much retention that leaves a little lacing but it slides down the glass . much carbonation producing tons of tiny bubbles . smell a pale malt aroma that was very nice but not too deep . taste rather malty but with a bit of a bite that is missing from the aroma . mouthfeel very smooth that was n t expected or welcome . drinkability good but not my faviorate pilsner . do n t drink and review .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance . much darker than i expected . pours a two fingers of cream coloured head over a clear body of copper red . smell . already it is clear that this is not a regular ipa . aroma is completely hop driven fruity grapefruit and resinous . taste . for the first second it seems that brewdog have performed a miracle there is a touch of malty sweetness . unfortunately this quickly disappears leaving a very dry very bitter beer which is n t all that pleasant . tastes of citrus fruits and a little pine finishing metallic and bone dry . mouthfeel . just like the taste it seems ok at first then falls flat . fine carbonation gives a momentary impression of fullness in the mouth before the true thin and watery character takes over . overall . i would be very interested to know what the ibu count on this beer is . probably not too high but it seems very bitter thanks to there being bugger all malt for balance .,aroma,0.7,1
app pours dark brown with a maroon border and a thin white head that diminishes quickly without lacing . smell malty with some pie like characteristics and caramel . smelling this really makes me want a pie . very bready on the nose making it quite appetizing . taste caramel fruit and some chocolate stuff going on that is n t as welcome . maybe too much dark malt for a bock . mouthfeel it s too bitter forme and not in a hoppy way . it s still crisp and the alcohol makes a nice presence but it does n t feel like a lager . drinkability it s hard to get through the bomber but a glass is nice . should be warmed some before drinking and consumed on a cold night after a near death experience while snowshoeing .,aroma,0.9,1
ounce green bottle appearance clear pale yellow color with a thick head that diminished fairly quick but left alright lacing smell slight skunky smell with very little malt smells taste slight bready taste and less flavor then some pilsners but similar with very little bitterness but the bitterness that is there stays as an aftertaste for a while comment it seems that the less taste the more refreshing and this is the same . there is n t a really strong taste to it but it is pretty refreshing . if the bitterness did n t stick around as it does it might be even better in the summer .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into a stange . no date . appearance big brtown head with medium high retention . black body . smell coffee . chocolate . soy sauce . taste strong coffee and chocolate . unfortunately some more soy sauce . creamer . mouthfeel creamy head . medium bodied . overall drinkability enjoyable . some of the soy sauce charater dissipates over time and with each sip which is great because it s a big flaw otherwise.,aroma,0.6,1
despite my usual preference for ales i really enjoy this lager . in fact i think it s the best of the buzzards bay products and i suspect it may be their flagship brand at this point in time . it pours and looks like a quality american lager golden with a nice creamy head . has a nice dry finish despite an intially sweet taste . if the macros produced lagers like this one and i m sure they could do so american beers would be looked at quite differently by the world of beer experts .,aroma,0.6,1
got a bomber for . at price chopper at the bottom of the hill lebanon nh . served cold in a chilled weizen glass . best by . code l m . clear yellow brew with ample carbonation . the frothy off white head lingers quite well . nose starts out with an offensive level of pungent mercaptoethanol like skunk sheesh . after it has aired a bit this fades off enough to reveal some raw grains silage a touch of citrus hop . skunk is mostly gone now whew . mouthfeel is moderately thin moderately fizzy . not particularly attractive but a hell of a lot better than american macros . a decent level of viscosity for a lighter beer .,aroma,0.4,0
college beer before i learned about sierra nevada pale ale . pours a brought yellow color with a nice white head . smells skunky . not much else to say. taste is creamy and sweet . corny and vegetal with some malty creaminess . not a whole lot else going on except for the skunky finish . mouthfeel is ok about right for the style but too carbonated for my liking . drinkability is decent . if this was n t skunked it would rank higher but not much higher ugh . for nostalgia purposes only for me .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz . bottle poured into a chalice . appearance pours a dark hazy brown with some reddish tints . thick foamy light tan head becomes a creamy dense film and lace . smell great roma of figs plums and spices . malty sweetness abounds and there s a slight bit of alcohol towards the back . taste very little fruit flavor it s quite earthy with malts and spiced alcohol . a bit of the figs come out in the finish . spiced alcohol aftertaste that seems to coat the mouth . mouthfeel very smooth creamy feel . medium bodied with light tingly carbonation . alcohol sensation is noticable on the tongue . drinkability strong alcohol and the taste is rather noticable . the aftertaste gets rather boring . though it has many fine aspects to it especially the aroma i m not that impressed with this beer overall . the taste and noticable presence of alcohol is the main issue i want more flavor in the taste .,aroma,1.0,1
served out of a oz . a brillianty clear no head retention dehydrated piss yellow color s pilsner like noble hops aroma with a corn sweetness also skunky smell . smells like indiananpolis beer . t highly carbonated clean dry balanced with a corn sweetness . m light bodied dry no creaminess d very drinkable on a hot summer day at the indy in a canoe on a pontoon with your neighbor s year old wife . .you could play edward hands with this one .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz . bottle nighthawk malt liquor has a thick white creamy head and a very clear straw appearance . carbonation is high . the aroma is very citrus lime i d say with a chemical under aroma think roofing tar . taste is very lime like with a flat hop bitterness that seems cheap . mouth feel is light and watery and nighthawk finishes crisp and surprisingly refreshing . overall except for the roofing tar under aroma there is nothing really offensive about the drink . it turned out better than expected . i thought it was very similar to mickey s fine malt liquor which may be the intention . if one was not told that nighthawk is a malt liquor one would not know it . i was happy that my sample was not skunked clear glass bottle . rjt,aroma,0.4,0
i m not a coffee person but i am quite impressed with this beer . it s not a subtle brew but it s delicious and well executed . poured cold into a pint glass from a oz . bottle months old . pour is a very dark brown creating a large head with average retention and good lacing . something s off with the aroma but the beer smells so weak it does n t much matter . strong smooth taste of coffee and chocolate with hints of something nutty i ca n t quite identify . unusually well balanced considering the strong flavor . pleasant aftertaste which is bitter and short lasting . carbonation is a bit strong for my taste . drinkable although the alcohol is more prominent than i expected in a . abv porter .,aroma,0.4,0
a friend said i had to try this . of course since he loves coors light i should have known better . poured from the oz . bomber to a golden amber with thick off white head that lingered throughout and excellent lacing . so far so good . unfortunately the aroma was a mixture of stale hoppiness and mildewed dishrag . while the flavor was smooth i was unable to detect any particular taste . body was very thin which led to a watery finish that very quickly dissipated to no finish . cute name but ive had a lot better beer .,aroma,0.4,0
i had a few pints of this at the renaissance cafe here in toronto . it s certainly a beautiful looking beer a lovely cloudy yellow . lots of carbonation yet not much head to speak of . not much smell to speak of . what is there is slightly fruity . it has a fairly thick mouthfeel and a light fruity floral taste . i ll definitely be having more of these in the future .,aroma,0.6,1
what a nice find . appearance is fine but nothing amazing . possibly a little less dense than i would like in an imperial stout but nothing else worth griping over . the aroma on this beer is perfect . absolutely no off smells and wonderfully balanced . as one would expect in an imperial it has the requisite dark and roasted malt smells but delightful hints of chocolate and raisins add to the aromatic complexity . i could sit and smell this for hours . taste surprisingly does not hold up as well as the aroma which is its only flaw . i would love to taste exactly what i smell in this beer but alas it does not happen . the flavors that appear are terrifically balanced if not slightly hot from the high alcohol content . a slight hit of bitterness on the finish rounds everything off . raisin and dark pitted fruit flavors seem to appear a little more in the flavor than the aroma which is also welcome . mouthfeel is nice too . it coats the palate well and has no major flaws . excellent and extremely drinkable beer for those who enjoy stouts .,aroma,1.0,1
i was suprised when i ordered this to find the color a darker amber not a pale yellow like most blueberry beers . a very small head that goes away quickly with little to no lacing . the smell is of malty blueberries you will not be disappointed . taste is kind of like an average ale i d compare it to long trail ale only with a blueberry aftertaste . i could normally only do one fruit beer in a sitting but i found myself having two of these any more than that and the malty sweetness becomes too intense . one of the more balanced fruit beers i ve tried .,aroma,0.9,1
a nice head builds . head is white and brew is fairly clear copper color with lots of reds . nice lacing . s kind of smells like pool water . some nice caramel scent but not too much else . t very basic . nothing fancy . perhaps there s some caramel and tobacco flavors. m very thin and light . great carbonation . o decent but nothing i would seek to try again . thanks for the extra dsgolovin .,aroma,0.4,0
a ginger ale with a two finger head . light carbonation . somewhat common . s citrus hops . i am not all that impressed by the look . t light and refreshing . malt and some hops . balanced reminds me of snpa . m smooth and goes down easy d good session beer,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bottle . no date on the bottle . appears a deep caramel color similar to cola . thin head fizzes out quite quickly . toasty barley malts on the nose with some accompanying sweetness and a nice note of cocoa . it s a very nice aroma reminiscent of chocolate baked goods and possibly the finest aspect of this brew . in the mouth this beer has a light body with distinctive and somewhat unpleasant burnt toast carbon flavors up front and throughout . this settles into a crusty bread flavor with light sweetness and olive like tannin notes . there is little to no lacing . the aftertaste does not linger long and leaves some soft hop bitterness . cocoa flavors present through to the end . this is an easy drinking porter that does n t overwhelm in any sense but nor is it particularly notable .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to sarcastro for supplying this to the recent tasting . i initially tried to trade for this exact same bottle so it s strangely karmic that it showed up where i could try it . served in a tasting snifter . a a finger of yellow tinged foam that dissipates to a thin ring . dark murky orange color and tons of chunkies floating about . i heard this was filled straight from the barrel but it s still not very attractive . t lactic sourness spicy bourbon pepper caramel malt wood and charred barrel tart apples grape skins under ripe raspberries stone fruits and amazingly well hidden alcohol . t the taste is a little less complex with more tannins and spice and less balancing sweetness . very acetic with notes of apple cider vinegar . pretty delicious . m dry medium body that is big enough for . . tannic finish with a touch of stickiness . it integrates feel elements of all the base beers quite convincingly . d this is shockingly drinkable for the abv we plowed through this faster than any of the barleywines that we had beforehand . a fantastic experiment that should be a big hit when it s bottled in larger quantities .,aroma,1.0,1
tasted from tap at the maryland brewer s octoberfest on . duclaw is calling this a wheat wine i chose to file it under american dark wheat though it does defy categorization . appearance dark amber with a hint of a reddish hue in the right light . the head is off white rocky and lasting . smell ridiculously aromatic spicy floral hops as well a very fruity malt profile plums berries peaches . taste the initial impression is a one two punch of deep rich malt balanced with an instant hop bitterness . the maltiness builds and fills the mouth until the finish where a not so bitter but very strong hop presence combines with a pleasing dryness . mouthfeel this a full bodied sipping beer . rich round and maybe just a touch sharp . drinkability sippers only need apply this ai n t no chuggin beer here .,aroma,1.0,1
i was hoping that a b was not indicative of the type of beers coming out of st.l . unfortunately there seem to be a number of flavorless beers there . schlafley s ipa is a case in point . poured to a nice light copper color with a decent head that left a healthy lace . however this is supposed to be an ipa but there was no hop aroma to speak of . just a faintly sweet malt and that was it . the first taste did nothing to lift my expectations . very mild no bitterness and a weak finish . mouthfeel was fine . the carbonation was where it should be but with a lack of flavor there really was n t much left to say . i had this in a bottle a year ago and was unimpressed . saw it on tap and thought i would give it a second chance . not again . if a friend brings some over maybe . but i wo n t be getting my own in the future .,aroma,0.4,0
my first encounter with a bragot appears there is n t much in the way of variety of this beer being brewed these days . heck i d never even heard of it . neither my wife nor i can recall where or why this ended up in the fridge . looks like honey smells like honey very sweet almost no head in either pour out of a oz . bomber . taste is sweet but funky . no bite at all dead flat practicaly zero carbonation . there s a lingering aftertaste of licking a goat that does n t agree with my palate . strange since the up front taste is almost sickly mike hard type sweet . mouthfeel is ok drinkability drops as i go down the glass . the sweetness is too much to drink more than one the unpleasant aftertaste worsens with every sip . i may need a bell s expedition stout to wash the heliocentric out of my mouth . this is my second taste of two brothers i have to say i m distinctly unimpressed . no urge to try another .,aroma,0.8,1
cheers to indiapaleale for sending this my way via the nice cans bif . ml can into a michelob pilsener glass best before . . not off by much . paraphrasing zappa to be respected as a country you need your own airline and a national beer . well given that i ve never even seen a beer from iceland before and there s probably a slim chance i will again polar beer will have to assume that role . this lager pours with a clear pale golden hue nearly indistinguishable from other macros but sports a hefty dose of carbonation that trails upwards to supply a bone white quarter inch of foam . excellent lacing for a pale lager too . aroma is heavy on dimethyl sulfide lending a corn husk sweetness to otherwise average notes of pale malt and crisp mineral water . the hops are practically nonexistent . the taste is actually fairly pleasing for the style as it raises the hoppiness level by an order of magnitude in comparison to the aroma . pale malts are crisp and crackery while the hops add a light dose of bitterness to the back of the tongue . a little wheat husk and hay like graininess in the background create a slight astringency but overall the light mouthfeel is crisp well carbonated dry and smooth . a shaky start but polar beer actually began to win me over in the end . not the most flavorful or complex lager by any means but when you consider the style it definitely holds its own . skl iceland .,aroma,0.4,0
it has a huge head that settles down . a bit creamy and leaves some lacing . the color is a pale amber with some orange . the aroma is huge with roasted malt and nuts with a hint of oranges and ripe red fruit . first and foremost let it warm up a bit . the first few cold sips left if tasting overly carbonated . after sitting for a few minutes to release it carbonation the warming released the flavor . a nice roasted malt sweetness upfront . then the ripened fruit followed . the alcohol kicks in the back to warm it on the tongue . the finish is very dry from the alcohol but also akin to walnuts . a very nice triple . a bit over carbonated . and the alcohol steals the flavor a bit too much . but definitely worth a try .,aroma,1.0,1
i got two bottles from liquid solutions . this is the second one but my recollections of the first were very similar . rich amber color with a small white head . delectably hoppy smell . taste is not bad but does n t live up to the smell . it tastes thinner than i d like . i would prefer a little more malt and a thicker beer in general . the hops are quite acerbic . crisp taste . but the flavor profile does n t do so much for me . with all the great huge ipas out there my standards are pretty high . i would definitely drink this again if i ran into it but that seems pretty unlikely . adding to the hype other midnight sun ipas i ve had cohoho and gluttony . were both excellent and i would have those again first .,aroma,0.9,1
ounce bomber purchased from liquid solutions for about six dollars poured into my aventinus glass with an opaque black color and a inch foamy mocha colored head left sticky lacing until about halfway through smell had a few different things going on some vanilla and milky aromas lots of cocoa toffee molasses and also some hoppiness taste was very good and had tons of chocolate right off the bat followed by a surprising amount of spice that faded into a sweet hoppy bitterness as it warmed the chocolate really started to come out but the finish remained dry and full of hoppiness tasted as if there was nutmeg or coriander in this even though there probably was not spiciness made this one unique and worth trying again and potentially aging in the future not much carbonation and a super thick body taste lasted a pretty good amount of time heavy mouthfeel could drink a couple bombers of this until the nine plus percent alcohol would catch up to me not too filling for how much thickness there is throughout can not wait to try the oak aged version sometime soon after seeing how good this was highly recommend especially for the low price luckily they also have this at walnut liquorette near me if i need some more bottles in the future,aroma,0.6,1
i lucked out and scored a ticket to a luxury suite for reds vs. dodgers last night at great american ballpark . nice suite and a quick inspection of the mini fridge showed choices bud bud light and amstel light . being a good american i started off the evening with a bud then before my taste buds got too anesthetized i wanted to see what the amstel light was like . to my surprise i rather liked it . after tasting micro beers and specialty offerings it s important to ratchet down the expectation for a mass produced beer . i did and was not disappointed . i did n t pour it out of the can but the red and gold was attractive enough . faint smell nothing offensive there . the taste is very light obviously and kind of magnified by the carbonation . but then this hop character comes through and i m thinking not bad for a light beer . . it s actually got a little character and personality . i decided to make a session of it and through half a dozen of these babies i could still taste the light bitterness enjoying the beers with metts chicken tenders chip and dip chips and salsa even a few cookies . it tasted fine with everything . if i get another chance at a luxury suite i think i ll go with amstel light .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at the brewery the other day . the beer pours a brownish black color with fair head retention and lacing . the beer does n t look all that impressive but the nose quickly changes that impression . this beer has a huge aroma of fresh coffee grounds that pretty much dominates everything else . maybe there is a hint of chocolage and licorice as well but coffee dominates everything . flavors on the palate are not nearly so intense and one is quickly reminded that the abv . in this beer is a modest . . still more coffee chocolate and a hint of licorice is what i get on the palate as well . mouthfeel is medium bodied and smooth and the alcohol is no more then an afterthought . nothing earth shattering but this is still a pretty nice beer .,aroma,1.0,1
appears a light hazy brown with a nice creamy head . smell is of cherrys yes like the ones you put on your sundae . a really nice smell but i m skeptical if its something i want in my beer . taste is a little sweet dominated by that cherry taste . no hops detected very light wheat finish to me personally it tastes more like a near beer than a real wheat beer . like mike s hard cherry cider or something if they made it . mouthfeel however is really nice a little creamy with medium carbonation . the only reason why i m drinking this is because a friend left it in my fridge . not great but an interesting diversion from your usual brew . good to at least try once but the taste would prevent me from getting this again .,aroma,0.8,1
into a tulip pours a large white head atop a yellow golden body . the head reemerges quickly yet dies just the same . light aromas of bretty funk and wheat but truth be told the bouquet is so faint its barely worth talking about . same thing with the flavors . there is some bretty funk and a dry crisp yeasty taste that makes this very comparable to drinking a dry white wine . however where be the intensity . white wines deliver a much bigger punch than this . mouthfeel is thin and light mildly effervescent . overall this is fairly drinkable as a wild ale and the funk is noticeable though not impactful . as other reviewers have mentioned it is almost like a wine spritzer and i realize the lower abvs may be responsible for the lack of flavor impact . but isnt that the point of a good brewery to make the flavors more impactful despite the abv .,aroma,0.4,0
oh boy oh boy oh boy . this right here is taking me back . back to the days when i literally drank beer out of a brown paper bag . except now i pour it in a glass . strange . crystal clear straw yellow color foamy white head is surprisingly sticky on the side of the glass . the aroma is a sick adjunct combo with a really putrid sourness . huge corn smell . the flavor is very sweet . highly grainy . then like a bomb the alcohol kicks in . it is like someone dropped a shot of everclear in a bud light . alcohol burn on the throat and tongue . but decently carbonated . uh . drink it cold . it obviously is created to get you crunk cause it is a cinch to slam and not savor . which in a strange way . makes it . kind of drinkable . whoa . i think i am gon na have my beer geekdom revoked .,aroma,0.3,0
a poured a clear pale gold with a creamy soft finger snow white head . visible carbonation was light while the head stood up fairly well clinging to the sides of the glass as it receded in the middle to a thin film covering . s quite odd sugary mealy and maize notes . t sugary sweet with fresh grains and maize . light bread dough and fresh citrus peel with wet grains . overall a rather sweet drink . m light watery thin with a light malt sweetness . d drinkability was pretty uneventful sugary sweet to much so to drink in multiples and not worthy of seeking .,aroma,0.4,0
got this at the de molen beershop in bodegraven . from a cl bottle into a snifter . note brewed dec and bottled june . bottle of . appearance opened this one and it started foaming right away . never a good sign when opening an imperial stout . a pitch black thick looking pour produced a larger two finger head with good retention . sits dense black in the glass . head eventually fades to a good wisp which remains the whole way and leaves some dots of lacing down the glass . thick dense stout but the head was a little much on this one . smell awesome nose on this one especially if you re a fan of peat aromas . lots of roasted malts espresso and dark chocolate as well . some burnt caramel and charcoal notes as well as lots of peat from the barrel . same as the regular version but the barrel has left plenty of peat qualities without overpowering the brew . excellent . taste big flavors as well . roasted malts lots of peat and notes of bitter espresso and chocolate . big and lingering aftertaste has lots of roasted and burnt malts bitter hops sweet caramel notes and a good dose of booze from the barrels . very similar to the regular version but more peat and heat . very nice indeed . palate medium thin body and not as creamy on the palate . higher levels of carbonation for the style . goes down fine but has a little alcohol bite at the finish . much thinner more carbonated and less fulfilling than the normal version . disappointing especially given how solid the normal h a was in this department . overall a brew with a ton of potential but the overly carbonated and thinner palate made it less enjoyable than the regular version . the nose and taste are there for sure but with a thicker and more robust palate this would be a world class brew . for now at least with this batch anyways i prefer the regular version .,aroma,1.0,1
a black with a huge coffee colored head s smells delicious very sweet chocolate malts . there is a nice balance of roasted malts as well . the most balanced smell to a stout i have had the pleasure of knowing . t the taste is great . this is pretty sweet upfront some chocolate and caramel malts first . next i was hit with roasted malts and some booze on the finish . m thin and leaves a cough syrup like coating . the booze is decently hidden . d this is a pretty fantastic stout . i am glad this recently came to missouri because i am going to be buying this frequently .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dark brown with ruby highlights and a tan head that sticks around for a while . smells of roasted malts cherries nuts . tastes of cherry nuts roasted grains sugary syrup . thick sweet body and mouthfeel . ample carbonation . interesting brew . i really enjoyed the novelty of the first few sips but after a while the sweetness took over and made it less appealing .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer was featured at a local upscale mexican restaurant and since i had never heard of it before i had to give it a try . presented in a chilled tumbler i honestly do n t know whether this was from a bottle or a tap this beer has a great clear orange amber color topped by a wispy thin cream colored head . the aroma is a let down though as there is barely anything perceptible although that also means there is nothing unpleasant in the aroma either . the flavor is quite nice however with characteristics of sweet corn and light caramel that are expected from a mexican style lager but there is very little of the metallic graininess that most of the adjunct laden mexi lagers suffer from . as a result this beer is an improvement over many of the other options available at most mexican eateries but it still did a fine job cutting through the savory spice of the food .,aroma,0.4,0
a poured an amber color very clear light tan small head which dissipated quickly . lacing was left on the glass . s grapefruit citrus clover honey sweet malts slight pine smell slightly floral t starts with a piney bitterness then citrus followed by some sweetness from the honey . the finish is purely bitter followed by a slight burning acidity in my throat . m sticky medium bodied right amount of carbonation d just average . i bought a pack last year and thought it was good not great . i went for the single bottle this year and am glad i did n t spend the extra . was not as pleasing as many others in the top imo .,aroma,1.0,1
i bought a bomber of grandsun of spot in a grocery store . poured in to a pint glass . pours a hazy amber color with a foamy off white head . many bubbles can be seen in the glass . the head dissipates in chunky peaks and valleys . smell is quite strong a pine and citrus scent with a noticeable sweet honey or caramel malt aroma . taste is all about bitter . too bitter for my liking . the malt backbone tries to make itself known but the sour citrus and bitter pine flavors dominate . mouthfeel is ok. a medium bodied brew with enough carbonation to give it a little zip . it has a dry presence and a bitter finish . i think the dry bitterness makes this one a less than drinkable ipa . the lingering aftertaste is not pleasant . i do n t think i d go back to this one,aroma,0.9,1
this beer really does n t taste like anything i guess watery would be how i would describe it . came in a clear bottle but no traces of skunk . not really bad in the bud miller coors type comparison . i would drink it again pretty good lawnmower style beer .,aroma,0.3,0
a hazy light amber body with a fairly creamy white head with great lacing . s smells almost like i m on a farm like animal feed . a lot of barley malt and cream . t mainly the malt and the creaminess come through . not what i ve tasted in a strong dark before but great . m smooth just the right texture and level of carbonation . d fairly sweet from the predominance of malts but not at all a noticeable correlative alcohol taste .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to schmittymack for throwing in two of the wildest extras i ve seen in a long time . this is number one thanks also for the education . no idea there were breweries in argentina much less one that s sticking beer in barrels . pours on the very light fairly clear side of red . if i were an artist i d call it ochre or something . head vanished instantly no carbonation is in evidence . smells not like a red ale at all very sweet malt pouring out of the glass pretty enticing . there s something not quite . right with this beer . the first impression is of sweet malts but too sweet almost to the point of a candied belgian . the barrel shows up in the dry aftertaste . not much else to it . if you were to judge this by style it d be miles off the mark but i m not going to do that to this poor creature . this is a pretty unremarkable beer . not bad not good but right down the middle .,aroma,0.8,1
oz can no date code into dartington ultimate lager glass . finger white head goes to a little ring around the edges quickly . a few minor spots of foam cling to the glass as it s drunk down . sparklingly clear straw yellow color . aroma is hint of grassy rubberyness . taste is water with a tinge of corn and lightly sweet cornflakes breakfast cereal . carbonation was low to medium low . finishes starting lightly sweet then the taste of tap water . no body at all pure wateryness . like drinking a low sugar watery soda or taking a poor pale lager and watering it down with semi flat seltzer water . i got an itch to try some non alcoholic beers and when i saw this at the market for . sixer i figured for that low a price how could i lose . after drinking this i feel like i totally wasted . .,aroma,0.2,0
so i just noticed drinkability is now overall . ok whatever . at least my spellcheck likes overall better . i find this beer is quite refreshing and full of flavors that are light and round . the beer itself is a full amber color and the head is off white almost light tan . head is tall and creamy as one would expect from a nitro can . smells are light too and crisp . nothing sweet or piny to note . the taste is the treat along with feel . i love the herbal hints from the hops and the slightly sweet malts that are the essence of this round brew . i love low abv beers with big taste and this one delivers . mouthfeel is creamy full but finish is clean and dry . carbonation is of the nitro variety so i am unsure carbonation is the correct term but it is fine light and creamy . i could drink many of these and would if they were presented . slainte .,aroma,0.6,1
wow . i love dick i do. i ve tried all his beers . some of them are not bad though most are extremely average . this is the last of his three belgians that i ve tried and it s my favorite of the trio by far . a fact which is not surprising to me after trying dick s other two belgians after which i was pretty sure the man knew squat about the land of godly beers . while his triple is fairly faithful in flavor profile but not very good and woefully under carbonated the silk lady is n t a beer that would be brewed by any belgian in the history of man the only thing i could note that was belgian about it was the yeast . unsurprisingly based on the weird characterics of dick s other two belgian offerings this beer is grossly mis classified on both this site and on it s own label . no grand cru belgian abbey ale dick or belgian strong dark ale beer advocate has ever tasted or looked anything like this . it s closest in style to a flanders red though stronger in alcohol in both color and flavor profile and in fact probably the best american example of a flanders red i ve ever had whether it was intentionally brewed as such or not . do people really like la folie that much . being that i love a good flanders red and all of that style s sweetart goodness i quite like this one and i ll pick it up whenever i see it . it s the best beer in dick s entire line for me . update. the version of this is very very different from my initial review now gone are all sour characteristics and what is left is a pretty standard american interpretation of a belgian strong dark . the redness of the color in the was also gone .,aroma,0.6,1
crummy cold day here in jersey. forgot i had this down in the cellar so let s give it a shot late in the season . on the look clean amber hue nicely carbonated good white head that dissapates at a good clip inviting looking . on the nose hold on a sec i got ta blow my nose goddamn pollen sweet pine and hops sandwich a touch of dry alcohol almost has that earthy breadiness of belgian trappist offerings slight prune detected as well an excellent olefactory exercise on the mouth tastes flatter than it looks not to a huge detrement mind you . the . is subdued on the take nice warming in the gullet however not as interesting as the nose solid but nothing to go gaga over imo . drinkability for the style it is standard if not a touch boring overall a nice beer one to start people out on the style perhaps the abv is well hidden here so take some care . personally i think sierra nevada bigfoot which is so much more available kick s this beer s ass in the taste dept .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . a deep brown black color with a medium brown head . decent carbonation and a fairly long lasting head that laces well . s lacking a bit in this department . roasted malt is about all is decernable . t m smooth and creamy dark chocolate coats the finish and smokiness covers the middle . roasted malts and sweetness covers the alcohol . very enjoyable . i would definitely buy it again .,aroma,0.6,1
popped the top and a slowly gushing head of bubbles poured quickly into a glass to catch the beer and keep it off my counter top . nice dark rose colot with gee that really looks like a raspberry beer quality . really fantastic nose the raspberries shine through . starts out quite tart in the taste . overly dry that your mouth adjusts to during the drinking . good interesting beer that is cool to try to reach both the girls and the boys beer drinkers or not .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance black coffee ish with a slight tint of incredibly deep caramel brown as it pours . thin collar . smell varies as it warms bacon chocolate hickory raisin wood and more . taste dope . mouthfeel even better than the taste . drinkability even better than the mouthfeel . additional factors bottle but i drank it on april final four stout saturday ha .,aroma,1.0,1
drank on tap at wynkoop brewery in denver co. made with eleven varieties of grain including roasted barley and oatmeal . slightly carbonated and served through a blender faucet . bittered with bullion hops and finished with willamete hops . opaque and what appears to be black but it is dark in the pub and whipping out a flashlight might seem a bit pretentious . forms a thin dark tan head with poor retention and minimal lacing . mild carbonation . aroma is of espresso burnt grains bittersweet chocolate vanilla and black walnut . mouthfeel is fizzy watery and astringent with a light body . taste is thin burnt vanilla and french roast coffee . there is nothing more . aftertaste is earthy dirty charred wooden . similar to a thinner medocino blackhawk . not recommended .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance it s got a nice dark golden color with about a inch white head that dissipates fairly quickly . it does n t have a memorable appearance but it certainly looks good in a glass . smell nothing special . there was not much of an aroma at all . taste i love the taste of this beer . it s got a prevalent syrupy sweetness to it almost like a pancake that is very pleasant . some might think it s a little too sweet but i like that in a beer so it struck me well . for abv you ca n t taste much alcohol . delicious . especially for those who are n t big beer drinkers . mouthfeel pleasant to the touch . lightly carbonated and goes down easy especially for abv . drinkability very drinkable . the sweetness makes it easy to drink a lot of this stuff . overall considering that i am able to get this stuff at a local liquor store for . per half liter bottle and mainly care about the last three categories this is a tremendous buy for me . experienced beer drinkers will likely consider this beer to be average but many inexperienced drinkers will find this to be a delight .,aroma,0.4,0
served as part of their oz sampler tray . butter scotch amber in color . off white head . aroma is non present except for the german munich malt aroma . the munich malt is also quite present in the taste . slightly sweet malty beer but has some grassy hop notes in it . a very easy drinker . but not too much .,aroma,0.4,0
well we know where they get haze from it is hazy but i have no idea about the purple part of the name . instead the color of this beer is peach . it almost looks like peach nectar . i swear there was a head on this beer when i poured it . i put it down looked at my keyboard looked back at the beer and the head had vanished . you can smell the raspberries . maybe it might my description of the color that s playing the jedi mind trick with me but i swear i smell peaches as well . there s also a bit of biscuit behind it all . i imagine this is what a peach melba smells like . this does n t taste as nearly good as it smells . the fruit flavors you get on the nose are seriously muted on the tongue . what a jip . yeah there s some raspberry on the palate and yeah you get some biscuity malt on the tongue and yeah there s even a slight citrus bite in the wash . but it s all so blah and flat . what a shame . i almost have no will left to continue reviewing the rest of the aspects of this beer but i will persevere . the mouthfeel exhibits a slight carbonation and the body would benefit from a little more . this has so much promise and just fell flat on its face on the first sip . many friends have warned me that abita brews unremarkable beers and i have now experienced it for myself .,aroma,0.8,1
a pale . slightly hazy . great foamy head . s wet hay . sweet banana . spice . grass . floral hops . yeast . funk . t spicy bitterness . orange lemon citrus . funky . sweet tang . peppery spice . m medium body . slightly dry . but very smooth . small bubbles . creamy foam . o a fantastic saison . love the funky spice and citrus . medium body backs this up well . will definitely be drinking again .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle . pours a pale straw with lots of carbonation . little to no aroma . i m always wary of anything described as refreshing on the label and this proves to be no exception . the taste started off rather bland but eventually a somewhat nice aftertaste actually did develop . i guess the brooklyn pilsener offers something lighter than the brooklyn lager but i would choose the latter every time .,aroma,0.3,0
thanks to awyeh for this one . appearance pours a cloudy golden mostly opaque yellow . looks like average carbonation . absolutely no lacing . smell hard to get hints of anything here . slightly citrusy and lemony . no presence of malts or gains in the nose . taste consistent and simple . a very slight tart on the tongue . a blast of orange and citrus on the finish a slight lemon lime taste as well . crisp . little hop or ethanol taste . slight grainy malts on the finish . mouthfeel drinkability very smooth and slightly bitter the finish is a very refreshing blast of orange and citrus . tastes more of like an orange drink as opposed to a beer . it is quite good though .,aroma,0.3,0
smells exactly like a bowl of hot nacho cheese with a slight lager smell in the background . i was surprised at how much it smelled like a chilli . the taste is even worse at first it taste like a regular lager and then an overwhelming amount of chilli flavor hits with a spiciness in the back of your throat after you swallow . i really do not like this beer at all but they do do a good job of making it very jalapeo y . if you re into novelty items and spicy food then this the beer for you . if you re into good beer then not so much .,aroma,0.2,0
thanks to beertruth for the sample . poured a somewhat hazy orange with a nice white head at the start . there is some lacing left in the glass . this one starts off with a huge citrus aroma . this is led by a strong grapefruit aroma and some fresh earthy hops . the flavor surprised me a bit . there is a definite caramel malt flavor . this beer is actually pretty malty for the style . there is a nice amount of bitterness to back it up but it is n t anything overpowering . the alcohol is definitely present in the flavor . to me this detracts from the drinkability and my overall impression of the beer . it comes off as a bit harsh not warming and pleasent like other brews . that being said it feels great on the palate . this ale is extremely creamy and leaves a nice hops aftertaste . i enjoyed this beer but i was n t overly impressed with it . given the chance i would give it another try . thanks again adam .,aroma,0.9,1
named after a whaling captain ancestor of one of the proprietors this dry irish stout contains a blend of thirteen different malts in the grist bill . it pours dark thick and black with low carbonation and rather like used motor oil . there s a lovely milk chocolate head that unfortunately lingers for only a few moments before settling into a thin circle around the edge of the glass . it has a lovely roasted woody aroma and the initial body is a full toasty roasty malty assault that jumps quickly to a firm dry bite and lingering hoppy finish . a beer like this is actually a good reason for my pessimism at another certain large brewer s foreign extra reviewed in february because this is what that could have been firm full and nuanced . this is an above average effort .,aroma,0.9,1
a brilliantly clear copper with a half inch white head that retains well but leaves no lacing . s sweet caramel with a bit of cider notes and just a hint of ale derived allspice character . the apricot is there but subdued . t up front light sweetness with a bit of bitterness in the middle that keeps it subdued and light dried apricot sweetness on the end to give it a nice pep . all around the flavors seem well put together and complimentary . m light to medium in body with a moderate carbonation the levels seem just right for the style and makes the flavors pop on the tongue and finish easily . d this is a well made beer . there is no sense of the fruit being forced on the beer or the beer on the fruit just a well rounded harmony of the two . while not the best beer ever it is a solid offering and perfect example of the style which does well at what it sets out to do and for that i am very grateful .,aroma,0.6,1
ml brown bottle poured into a young s branded pint pot . n.b the above abv states . the bottle i had has . abv printed on the label . a . deep brown with a good tight lightly tanned head . s. plenty going on here in this one . perhaps the best complexity of aromas i have ever noted in a beer . lots of mocha molasses treacle and beefy notes similar to thomas hardy s ale but not as overpowering with the meatiness . t. sweet malt and coffee also a hint of blackcurrant . there is an initial dryness on the palate . a nice finish . m. medium and smooth . d. a very good porter from left hand . the combination of aromas is brilliant . the taste is lighter than its . abv . an escellent drinking porter from colorado . how i would love to spend an evening drinking only this beer delicious aahh . . if you are in the uk then i would seriously think of tracking it down as you wo n t be disappointed .,aroma,1.0,1
brown bottle ml sold a dark copper colour beige brown head lots of carbonation s nice hop aroma some fruityness t very malty nice hops finish strong taste some sourness m full bodied beer d not an easy drinking beer it s an all around good beer,aroma,0.9,1
hmmm . i ve had this beer before and i remember a little more roasted malt character and i forgot how thin it seems for the style . starts out with a fairly neutral aroma with some chocolate and roasted malt aroma . these aromas are also the predominant flavors found in this beer . hops are in check and the beer if fairly dry . a bit acidic and thin for the style . nice appearance but more of scharzbier black lager than a dunkel . the bottle i had was mostly near black with a bit of ruby color at bottom of the glass . i still like this beer as i seem to recall having better bottles of it but perhaps i m just infatuated with the spooky label .,aroma,0.4,0
oz brown bomber w o freshness date . this dipa iipa has a lot of the characteristics of an abw but no matter as it is most delectable . a lovely dark orange hazy hue with a frothy lacing prone off white head greets the eyes . the nose however feels envious of its sensory ally as the aromas are less captivating and mostly malt based . a wave of citrusy bitterness rolls across the taste buds and as it crests it turns into a wonderful whirlpool of caramel and stone fruit . as the flavors numb and then awaken the gums this viscous bubbly beast goes down the gullet like a treat . drinking more than one bomber would be foolish me thinks but as the volume shifts from glass to gut i savor each sip . i would want to try the draft version or an ultra fresh bottle . to see if this barleywineish end product was the brewer s intent . i have tried many california dipas and they have tended to be far hoppier . green flash s iipa and moylan s hopsickle are very different from each other but they have more in common than they do w the denogginizer . this being said my noggin is feeling and appreciating the assault .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a peach color that somewhat reminds of of apple juice . .just a touch darker.it leaves an average amount of white frothy head on top . not a bad looking beer . smell this smell is so strong . i could catch whiffs from a few feet away after pouring this beer . its all sweet strawberries . the aroma is very nice . taste the taste is all strawberries as predicted . almost reminds me of some type of fruit cola as it is so sweet . can tell there are small hints of wheat there but not much . this beer tastes nice but is too sweet . mouthfeel syrupy . the sugar causes your mouth to feel sticky after this one . carbonation was slightly high as well . drinkalbility not bad . there is just too much sweetness in this beer for me . this does make it hard to go down . fruili is definitely worth a try or two . not quite my thing but still a worthwhile venture .,aroma,0.9,1
i tried this beer after sampling the petrus double brown ale . quite a difference . this beer was a nice brown color but a bit opaque . the brownish head was aggressive at first but died back down to a nice level . it smelled wonderful . caramel notes and slightly fruity . it tasted in a word sour . there is no comparison with the double brown which was far sweeter . however this one kind of grew on me as it went down the sourness subsiding a bit . not a bad beer but i would n t buy more .,aroma,0.9,1
ounce bomber pours a cloudy copper orange amber under a huge off white head that sticks to the glass like meringue with plenty of apparent carbonation . aroma is huge apricot honey butter you smell from across the room . amazing . super wowowowow . an incredible rich aroma great smelling beer . taste is an underlying sweet walnut toffee with apricot honey butter with a huge fruity citrus hop bitterness that lasts forever . balance is duh . toward the hop end of things . wowowowow . mouthfeel is so malty and syrupy round with a citrus oil stickiness . drinkability is diminished by the long lasting hop bitterness ibu s and the . .,aroma,1.0,1
was n t sure quite to expect but enjoyed this . perfect for drinking on the patio on a summer evening or with a light lunch . been looking for a good summer beer since the demise of petes rally cap . this has hints of citrus in a bright light beer that goes down all too easily .,aroma,0.6,1
a deep black with a nice thick white head . s strong enticing smell of toffee vanilla and butterscotch . t much the same as the smell . butterscotch vanilla toffee roasted coffee and buttery bread . very tasty but very sweet . m thick and chewy . d first couple of drinks were great . after that it just got too sweet for me . i think a oz glass of this is my max in a sitting .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance dark ruby red only translucent when held up to the light . big creamy head light brown in color . the head dissapates pretty quickly to a thin covering . leaves whisps of lacing all over the glass . better head retention would have put this up to a . smell everything but the kitchen sink . cinnamon and nutmeg are the most obvious but i can also detect the sweetness of clove . it does n t even smell like a beer . taste even harder to describe than the smell . very spicy so complex i ca n t do it justice to try to explain . aftertaste shows a hint of hops and malt along with spices spices and spices . mouthfeel very creamy and leaves a warming sensation . i wonder what the abv is for this baby . with a taste this strong you could hide a lot of alcohol . drinkability i do n t know that i could have more than of these in a night but it is something i want to try again this year . maybe even let a bottle or two sit til next summer . quite a different brew . this is a big one in that it s very strong in terms of taste . i would n t pair it with food since it will probably overpower the taste of the food . great beer to enjoy in front of the fireplace .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a reddish cream soda colr with a well formed head . there is not much in the way of aroma slightly sweet with no hop aroma . the beer is full bodied smooth across the tongue . the taste is silky smooth deep sweet grain cool and fills every nook and cranny with caramel fig and set off by just the right amount of hops . not piney grassy or anything else just dry and equal to the task . wow only a slight bit of heat at the end just enough when inhaling to let you know how bug this baby is . really steep ay per pack but man what a great tasting beer .,aroma,0.6,1
i was excited to try this beer since it is only available on tap and in their summer seasonal mixed pack . needless to say from looking at the scores i gave it i was very disappointed . i probably should have had lower expectations which is my own fault i like big cloudy hefes and wits not filtered american pale wheats . but even as that genre goes this was really not much of a beer . the one thing i can say for it is i would n t mind getting drunk on the beach with a bunch of these although you ca n t even do that because they do n t sell sixers of them but they should probably keep it that way . tasted like rolling rock with the slightest hint of wheatiness . really nothing to the nose or the palate . i keep trying to love harpoon being from the boston area but it just wo n t click for me . they make a solid ipa which is of course their bread and butter and i quite liked their belgian pale ale but that s about it for me . i ve had their hefe wit summer beer etc . and all of have been sort of whatever . bland and not interesting . this one is definitely the worst of the bunch .,aroma,0.3,0
bottled sometime in this was a gusher . pours out a hazy to cloudy honeyed amber body with a thick full head and tons of bubble action in the body . leaves a lot of lacing . smells of faint crackery malts and caramel tones underneath loads of funk fruitiness and spiciness . i get lots of fresh apples apple cider and apple cider vinegar here . yeast gives this a spiciness with tones of clove and ceylon cinnamon . i pick up some oranges as well . flavor is kind of thin in the malt department . extremely dry . what subtle caramel and toasted malt qualities i got in the nose are even more muted here . kind of like this has funk for funk s sake and it does n t mesh as well as with their other beers . has a weird acrid bitterness in the finish . has quite a medicinal lingering effect . mouthfeel is light and spritzy . i usually love jp s offerings but i m quite disappointed in this one . maybe fresher would be better for these but for a beer touting itself as a stock ale i would expect better from a beer having been aged for a year under good conditions .,aroma,1.0,1
pitch black with a lasting thick soupy head . the aroma is coffeeish bitter . the flavor is bitter roasty coffeish backed up by a hint of dark chocolate . definitely a dry stout . nice creamy mouthfeel . this beer is a pretty masterful beer of the style but it s not quite exceptional for a stout . it would probably be better if they did n t nitro dispense it so you could taste it a bit . considering the fact there was as much flavor left as there was this would probably be a beautiful beer if drawn from a cask with a handpump . i would have given it a for flavor but the nitro just takes out the flavor a little too much . still better than a guinness or beamish but definitely in a very similar vein .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter . a poured a deep reddish amber with a yeasty head that vanished relatively quick . the color really does n t match the smell or flavor . p spicey berries with a strong alcohol bite . like a blackberry dessert drink . the spices really compliment the berry smell . very unique and inviting . the highlight of this beer is the incredible aroma . t not quite as impressive as the nose leads to believe . the berry flavor also takes a bit of a back seat to the alcohol . really more of a wine than a beer in the way it tastes . m pretty vibrant . leaves a berry ish but drying afterfeel . way more wine like than beerlike . different for sure . d you got ta give it to dfh for continuously pushing the envelope on what beer can be . that being said this is a great one to try and could be a great replacement to the bottle of wine for a dinner party but all in all not something that i would ever pick up in a er if it were available .,aroma,1.0,1
a pour was very dark with a good sized tax head the dissapated relatively quickly leaving light lacing on the glass . s was not very aromatic although i could faintly detect some coffee maltiness . t while i am not a frequent drinker of porters i found this one to be good . initially taste was very smooth with coffee flavors coming on stronger after the initial taste together with hints of chocalate licorice giving it an almost cola like profile . aftertaste was slight and was reminiscent of expresso . not bitter but the bitterness present was that of a good dark or marble rye bread . very tasty . m body was light medium . carbonation seemed a little low but probably due to being poured from a two day old growler . d the overall effect of the smooth taste and the unexpected light medium body made this porter very drinkable . conclusion do n t pass up a chance to try this porter . i think porter fans will appreciate its coffee chocolate characteristics and more casual porter drinkers will find it very approachable . very good on its own and would probably pair well with a hearty stew a roast or possibly a chowder .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle poured into standard schooner glass and notice the head vanish immediately leaving no lacing . nice clear pale citrusy straw appearance . initial sauvignon blanc esters from the nelson sauvin hops are interesting especially for us wine industry types but this interesting point of difference is barely perceptible after a few minutes . what is left is a crisp but dry lager with a very delicate maltiness that is very well balanced but kinda uninteresting . about the same level of interest as some of the cold filtered commercial bilge like carlton cold or tooheys extra dry but nowhere near as bad . it s crisp with a sparkly mouthfeel and rather drinkable on a summer day but expensive for what it is . i certainly like it but after the excitement of the sav blanc aroma there s not much else to say .,aroma,0.9,1
pours ouy a golden yellow with small white head . smell . is grainy and slightly sour . taste . grainy and cereal like but no sweetness . it puckers my mouth . aftertaste is slightly sour . mouthfeel . good amount of carbonation . body is fuller than others in its style . overall i dont mind this beer but not that good . i think the best thing about it is the body . this beer can be enjoyed but not worth trying to find .,aroma,0.4,0
tried a bottle at uc s international beer tasting . pours a cloudy amber color with no head at all . the smell is odd . according to the bottle it is made with guarana kola nuts honey poppies and other spices . i could have been picking up any of these the smell was just odd . the initial taste reminds me of an apa . lots of hops up front with a huge honey aftertaste . there is almost no discernable alcohol taste which is an accomplishment at . . too much honey for my taste and probably would n t get it again . still its my first brewdog and i m glad to have tried it .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance beautiful label on the bottle poured into my pint glass leaving about an inch of fizzy white head that bubbles about before settling down a bit . not too bad . smell clean whiffs of corn no hop tendencies or malt profile to be found clean as a whistle . taste crisp upfront taste some malt does permeate through onto my toungue but my lord this is light finishes like vapor it just dissapears . mouthfeel nothing . it just dissapears i know that s what they were going for but . my god . drinkability this is going to become the new frat boy special and college girls who ca n t take real beer will love it . as for the beer itself you could drink as much as you want i guess . overall i ve never seen anything like this even michelob ultra left me with something to taste and did n t just dissapear . i know that s what they were going for but damn . as for the beer it s nuthing special do n t go looking for it unless you like light beer for whatever reason . sadly a b is gon na make billions off this stuff from previously noted frat boys and college girls who ca n t appreciate the taste of real beer anyway .,aroma,0.3,0
had this on tap at obf though i d had it in bottle back when my dog was laid up after surgery . quite a nice deep golden color the head seems to evaporated quickly . amazingly the rich smell easily transcends the general h smell under the beer tent . moo . there s a decent maltiness but its so delicate that its overwhelmed by the hoppiness of the beer . the carbonation stands out a being perfect though i m not sure why .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer poured a copper amber color and formed an off white bubbly head that left circular lace as it subsided . a heavy aroma of malt and fruit with almost wine like aspects to the aroma . the flavor was of malt and fruit and an interesting finish . i have trouble figuring this beer out because it seems to be trying to be an dessert wine more than a beer . i would consider this a night cap kind of beer .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a light black with highlight of dark chocolate and a light tan lively finger head . bold chocolate tart smells . just great . dark berries with a light mouthfeel . faint chocolate and coffee on the tongue but not very stouty . kind of medium bodied . tart sweet finish . it lacks a bit more flavor that i like in stouts but it s still really excellent with the smell being the best part .,aroma,0.9,1
anderson valley s hop ottin ipa poured a deep clear copper color looking very drinkable . carbonation appeared vigorous but head development was rather dissapointing . almost a pefect score for appearance . aroma exhibited a very nice floral hop bouquet . light and sweet with a hint of spiciness . this beer smells excellent and is not overpowered by the hops . taste is bitter and hoppy . bitterness lingers on the palate . the taste of this beer is deceptively different from it s hop aroma . i fully expected a measure of sweetness but could n t detect any . mouthfeel is dry bitter and well carbonated . overall this is a solid beer from anderson valley . however it is very hoppy and bitter which limits its drinkability . this could be improved if the bitterness was tempered by additional malt or less hops .,aroma,1.0,1
a bit of a disappointment from one of my favorite midwestern breweries . pours a dark amber ruby translucent brown . not particularly appealing and not what i d expect for a bourbon barrel aged stout or any stout for that matter . the smell is quite good with typical bourbon notes of vanilla oak and toffee with a touch of alcohol . the taste is another matter . the alcohol has a spicy burn like i took a regular porter or stout and poured some bourbon in the glass . kinda tastes like a whiskey coke . not very good . the mouthfeel is thin for the style . watery and prickly from the alcohol . overall a below average bourbon stout that is overrated . i will age a bottle to see how it fares .,aroma,0.8,1
pours black with a creamy tan head that dissipates into a thin crust . smells of bourbon vanilla smoke and wood . there s also some dark chocolate and coffee on the nose as well . taste is cloying and sweet right up front . i found it to be too cloying and sweet actually . everything from the nose is lost to sweetness very disappointing . i d say it tastes more like kahlua than bourbon . mouthfeel is thick and chewy which would be fine but i m still distracted by the sweetness of this beer . would not want to drink more than one of these at a time maybe as a dessert beer .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer pours with about a half inch of white fluffy head which dissipates leaving some spotty lacing on the side of the glass . it is a clear brilliant golden beer . very nice looking . there is something weird happening in the nose . something making me think i maybe got a bad bottle . there is a little bit of an odd maybe rubberband aroma masking some grainyness and a bit of herby hops . kind of offputting and making me not look forward to taking that first sip . after that aroma smacked me in the face the flavor is surprisingly not that bad . has a lot of herbey hops and nice grainy malt character . there is a very mild mirroring of that problem from the aroma but it is not very present . the mouthfeel is n t overly light which makes me suspect that this is not an infection but it is a little bit astringent . light medium body with ok carbonation . i really do n t know what to make of this beer . it did n t make me want to get another but i would like to see if this was a bad bottle or if this is really what this beer is like .,aroma,0.3,0
a dark dark brown chocolate ice cream colored head . creamy but kinda wet as such no lacing whatsoever . s bakers chocolate ripe dark fruit sour oak barrel t roasted chocolate malts with a strong acidity from the bourbon barrel . the dry finish literally feels like you bit into the oak of the barrel . m somewhat thin for an imperial stout . well carbonated . d a little bit light for the style strong acidity from the oak barrel . weird kind of taste . it s not bad but its not one of my favorite barrel aged stouts either .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle split my buddy beerfmandy . poured into my glass the beer is a cloudy golden orange . the huge white pillow of head explodes to a full three fingers . the retention is mighty . after a decent wait the glass is flecked with lace webs . the aroma is phenominal . funky yeasty wet wood barn yard and sour lemons and oranges . it has an old library book dusty hint that i love . the flavor is a bit of a let down after the nose . not bad just not as funky and i love funky . light belgian yeast lemons white pepper and a touch of funkiness in the finish . dry medium to light body with moderate carbonation . overall another solid outside the box beer from ng . i wanted the flavor to be a tad bigger but it was solid . i m glad i have another bottle in the cellar .,aroma,1.0,1
a wheatwine . this will be my first of the style . .exciting . a golden orange and cloudy . exactly what i had expected cloudiness of a wit and the basic color of a typical barleywine . with the following exception super carbonated like the bottle was loaded with an extra half pound of maltose and then was vigorously shaken for months . the four finger head slowly crumbles but keeps a fine foam at the very top and stays thick enough that it makes a mustache for the first half of the goblet . s malty and fruity . the malts are unmistakable wheat but also sweet . a slightly sour grain smell some citrus a possible hint of banana and faint grassy notes are all present . t slightly hot but what would you expect from . abv . some vanilla as the goblet warms . lemon tang provides a nice juiciness . very bitter finish . m astringent . d medium high . very tasty and really remarkable given the high alcohol content but the alcohol content certainly limits the drinkability . overall this was a great beer better than most barleywines that i ve tried . definitely worth the search for another bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
half pint from the cask at the museum london . opaque black gorgeous dense had not a lot o retention and minimal lacing . smell is of sweat malts smokey peat and burnt green twigs . a big hit of smoke up front us followed by some astringent roasted malt bitterness bad espresso . lingers bitter dry and a touch stale like wet cardboard . a shame . mouthfeel is quite smooth but watery for an oatmeal stout . wo n t have another .,aroma,0.9,1
as with most pumpkin beers this smells just great cinnamon nutmeg spices . i m not a huge fan of pumpkin pie but the flavors in this one do n t overwhelm i think that was helped by the thinner very carbonated body it seemed to usher the pumpkin flavor out quickly . beer seemed more like a fruit beer with a pumpkin aroma . it was not unpleasant just unexpected . a refreshing finish .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . stubby green bottle a pours a very pale yellow with a large cap of foam after gushing out of the big mouth bottle into a pint glass . surprisingly good head retention light spotty lacing . s very light some grain malt is all i pick up from this one . t very fusely with a husky grain character and a bit of wheat . overall the flavour is very light . hop character is barely noticable but adds a grungy wet hay aspect to the aftertaste . m low carbonation very light bodided airy . d an average malt liquor but too pricey for the style . i got bored with this beer far to easily . at least it does n t become undrinkable due to an alcohol character like some others of this style are .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a deep black with a good finger of caramel head that settles to a thin ring around the glass . s strong dark roast coffee and malt . just great . t similar to the smell but with bit of smokiness . slight bitter aftertaste . m nice full chewy feel to it . plenty of carbonation . d very enjoyable . had no idea the abv was so high .,aroma,1.0,1
a very light brown color off white head collapsed quickly and did n t rouse up much with swirling filtered brilliantly clear . s this was the best part of the beer to me malty aroma chocolate notes slight piney hop aromatics moderate fruity esters . no diacetyl present . a bit muted but in a nice direction . t low hop bitterness low hop flavor for style . maltiness subdued finish thin and watery . no diacetyl present . m medium light body . low carbonation bit of alcohol in finish . finishes too thin . d a mellow beer probably built around drinkability but the bottle i had was pretty bland .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle poured into a tulip . best by . a pours a cloudy orange color that produced a good white foamy head with some good retention . left a bunch of lacing behind in ring formations . s a dry yet floral like citrus . a damp wood like pine . t a fresh crisp floral citrus of lemon pineapple grapefruit and lime . a respectable hop bitterness . m a great carbonation level balance . a great hop kick and a light honey like sweetness turning the citrus into an almost creamy part . crisp refreshing . d a solid to great dipa . has everything you would expect from the style . not overly bitter but actually almost creamy with the citrus malt combo . i could have a few of these but the . abv might cause to to stop at .,aroma,0.6,1
poured the predictable golden straw colour with a thick frothy head that lasted for quite some time and left a considerable amount of lacing . smelled of a combination of wheat and malt . quite a nice aroma . tastes like it smells but with a bit of sweetness . was light and crisp with a slight dryness at the end . not too bad really as i was expecting something much much worse .,aroma,0.8,1
beer pours a clear deep amber . fast dissolving foamy head of large white bubbles . minimal carbonation no lacing . clean slightly soapy scent . what s this . a pilsner with no skunk aroma . am i dreaming . here i was thinking pilsners could not be bottled without it . nothing but malt and light hops . does n t get any better for the style . tongue is scoured by the carbonation on initial tasting clearing the stage for fresh hops . malt comes through as the hops fade in turn fading in the aftertaste to give the hops room for one last appearance . mouthfeel is light but still heavier than your average pilsner . this brew seems lodged somewhere between a definite pilsner and an amber but it s lovely nonetheless . bare bones brew and delightfully so . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks so much to colts for throwing in this extra . pours into my pint glass a hazy apricot shade . there haziness is n t too pronounced the bubbles of carbonation running throughout are still pretty visible as is some sediment in suspension . the initial finger white fizzy head fades quickly to a thin ring that holds up along the walls of the glass . smell is a little hard to find . the slightest hints of biscuity malts are accompanied by a brief whiff of lemon . from the first mouthful i really enjoy how refreshing this beer is . the feel is well carbonated mouthfilling and bright with a very clean and light finish . the predominant flavors are a combination of slightly caramelized toasted malt along with a distinct vegetable like presence that reminds me of sweet peas . there s a hint of honey and a bit of light lemony tartness . really high drinkability . overall a pretty decent beer to have on hand .,aroma,0.4,0
oz . can first time i have seen this in huntington beach bought at the local albertson s on beach and yorktown utica for . . a pours a pale golden yellow pretty good head for a macro white and fizzy but lasted for pretty much the whole drink no lacing though . s light and thin with some malt and alcohol notes . t tastes pretty much of malt and corn no hops to speak of . it is a bit boozy the alcohol is evident even at . but this is malt liquor we re talking about so i expected this fact . m medium bodied for a macro light overall a bit medicinal and solventy from the alcohol . d a pretty good malt liquor easy to drink a fair beer to beer to buy if you are on a budget .,aroma,0.4,0
the beer is amber in color and is topped with a light tan head . leaves a nice lacing as it goes down in the glass . smell is varied and interesting a mix of floral hops and earthy scents prevail . the taste follows the smell i definitely pick up on some biscuit malt used and a nice mixture of spices . the body supports the flavor profile outstandingly and makes this a great beer all around in my opinion . very drinkable beer all things considered . not a light bodied beer or one of those lagers with so little flavor its like drinking carbonated beer flavored water . but for what it is it is excellent .,aroma,0.6,1
no noise when the bottle opened not a good sign . pours dark amber with buubles clinging to the glass . unfotunately no head retention at all or lacing smell sweetness brown sugar taste cloying sweetness sickening sweet finish past it prime i guess mf syruppy aboslutely no carbonation to dan sweet to be drinkable had to pour it out . i ve had this before it was better will try again if i m sure its fresher . the dopplehirsch i bought from the same store was nice . caveat emptor.,aroma,0.7,1
ok. here we go . i ve had this sitting in my fridge forever . it is from the vintage . already six years old . when i poured it there was absolutely no head or any carbonation to speak of . the color is a very thick looking dark brownish red . it looked like a glass of flat coke.first sip just about took my breath away and made me pass out . i had the sour face when you suck on a lemon . omg is this strong and overly sweet . the aroma is good and very profound with strong notes of figs raisins and heavy malts . the taste is horrible . it is so sweet i can not even see myself finishing it . flat mouthfeel with no carbonation . overpowering abv added to an sweet syrupy makes for a bad combination . it is like drinking cough syrup . i respect the abv and it s vintage but this is just not drinkable at all . i did notice some bitterness with each gagging sip i took . i ca n t believe i let this take up space in my fridge for years .,aroma,0.8,1
can into pils glass . very clear and bright golden yellow . giant fingers of white head . some streaky spots of lace trail behind the settling bubbles on their way to becoming a thick collar around the edges . some ameoba like blobs of dense bubbles play in the center of the glass like bacteria colonies on an agar plate . smells of some nice lemony citrus hops . oh wait . those lemony citrusy notes are actually quite solventy . lightly sweet bready malt comes up too . the taste is surprisingly not as bad as i had myself prepared for it certainly is n t good but i wo n t give it an f that i expected after the nose . very light touch of bitterness on the finish but the finish is much sweeter than i had hoped . the body is a little syrupy but holds firm carbonation . overall meh . this is better than the regular lager but it is another beer i do n t care to drink again .,aroma,0.3,0
ml bottle share with oglmcdgl thanks for the company . a extremely flat pour with little to no head or lacing but the color of a great big sunflower pedal . s funk funk funky just like i like it . sour with bits of fruit like lemons and green apples . defiantly barn yard and hay with a bid of vinegar in the mix . t sour like deluded vinegar water that i clean my window with at home . then the lemonyness hits you and then at the end at the very end you can taste unripeness strawberries . m the body is really missing here i keep trying to find the carbonation but it just not there . i even out of desperation do my best to aerate what s in my mouth and still nothing . i feel as if i might just be drinking the vinegar water that i clean my window with . d i like it enough not enough to buy this same year again i just wish that there was more to the mouth feel here .,aroma,0.8,1
enjoyed in pint glass filled from bottle appearance totally pitch black beer with a never ending head . way too much head here . the beer itself looks great especially once the head died down but that unfortunately took quite a while . smell strong smell of roasted malt with a somewhat sour edge to it that goes right up your nose . a whole load of bitter chocolate comes along with all this . the smell really improves as the beer warms up but i m not a big fan of the sourness . taste this is truely an exceptional brew . the flavor is so much better than the smell . so toasty and thick with chocolate malt and coffee . there is bitterness there but it is more of a burnt bitter than an overpowering hops kind . very well hidden alcohol . wonderful . mouthfeel luxuriously thick but more creamy than heavy . feels almost airy despite the huge amount of flavor assaulting your mouth . drinkability this is probably the most drinkable beer of this heft i have ever had . i was hesitant to open this bottle without someone to share it with but now i am happy i did . absolutely fantastic .,aroma,0.7,1
bought at lifesource salem . oz single . apperance is actually good for this type of lager light golden with a half inch thick creamy frothy white head.that actually sticks around . aroma however is the usual sour corn mash cardboard mess . . taste is better than the aroma.the corn is there in abundance but mt so sour and the malts actually seem nice and present.nice semi sweet finish . good on the palate that is above average for style . goes down well.overall a nice american lager.reminds me a bit of full sail s session.simple traditional american beer .,aroma,0.4,0
this weissen pours a nice cloudy yellow a bit darker than most weissen . a nice tight white head appeared on the top of my glass . it stayed around for a few and gave way to a thin lace . the typical weissen aroma was present cloves bananas and yeast are present . this aroma seemed a bit crispier or fresher than some other weissens that i have had . the flavor has a lemon twang to it along with a slight musty yeast finish wheat and spices . a very nice and enjoyable beer .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a deep honey with a rocky two inch head and thick lacing . smell is that of butterscotch and grass . major earthy notes . fresh mowed grass and buttery cupcakes . taste is full fresh and smooth . buttery bitter note like toasted sour dough bread . earthy hop notes are apparent in the finish lingering for a moment . i like this beer s drinkability and character . not a good session beer because of it s fullness but in my opinion a very good summer night after dinner sipper .,aroma,1.0,1
in respect to the whole goose island buy out today . i figured i would review a few i had been sitting on . pours a hazy honey red that has a dismal head . great retention which is odd considering it has little to no head . smells piney and malted . not a whole lot going on taste exceeds expectation . has a nice malt and bitter feel . overall biitter then sweet . which is bold for this . mouthfeel is heavy on the carbonation . kind of stings when you drink it overall wonderful . this is a heavily drinkable english bitter . resembles ipa but definatly the malty bacground stands out .,aroma,0.6,1
pours reddish amber in color with a inch creamy foamy tan head very nice lacing that sticks to the glass and leaves markers as it goes down with each sip . smells mostly of sweet malt with some fruit and wine like oak . tastes of sweet malt orange peel light hops light spices some roasted malt dark fruit cinnamon or coriander very smooth and creamy with light to medium carbonation . very nice complexity where the malt sweetness starts off followed by fruit and some spices then it has a crisp finish that s malty and tails off with some more malt that s roasted delicious and dry . a medium bodied beer that s got excellent flavor with some alcohol kick but in a good way . an overall great beer that is belgian in style and complexity even though it s a french beer clearly the belgian influence has dominated the taste of this beer which i am thankful for . it went down so nice and easy that i had a second with dinner the gotham bar and grill in nyc .,aroma,0.6,1
i feel like i should ve poured this into a snifter but i just grabbed a regular pint glass . it is what it is . i thought the look and smell of this beer were its strong suits . beautiful combination of gold and amber with an off white head that was big and bubbly and hung around for a while and ended up leaving nice lacing . the smell was magnificent and like i said i wish it had been in a snifter to catch more of these floral and citrusy aromas . outstanding . the taste and mouthfeel fell off a little bit . the citrus hoppy flavors did not come through in the big way that i thought they would . the beer seemed too flat and too slick in the mouth as well . not too enjoyable . i think it would be moderately drinkable because its nothing that you could n t handle a few of . nothing shocking or too offensive . overall a decent ipa but did n t pack the punch i was looking forward to . i am a big fan of the minute and despite the reviews on this site i do n t think the minute measured up . i ll drink the rest of the four pack but i reckon from this point on i ll just stick with the minute .,aroma,1.0,1
a thick brownish head . this beer looks like coffee . smell is weak no aromas . the taste reveals strong notes of coffee maybe hints of cherry . i had an impression of an alcohol kick that got confirmed by the waiter . probably the only interesting thing about this beer is that it s . the mouthfeel is creamy but watery . ok .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy yellow with a large white head that had good retention . a large of amount of lacing is left on the glass . the aroma is the weakest part of this beer . seems to be that the pilsners i really like have a huge noble hop aroma . this beer lacks this . just a hint of hops and a soggy cardboard aroma . but hops are tasted . they are spicy and herbal in quality . just a litle lemon as well . on the drier side as well which i prefer . light body with lively carbonation that cuts short of being harsh . a good pilsner available in a can . a good warm weather alternative to macro lagers .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours dark brown with some light that shows on the edges of the glass . head was average showing good retention . lacing around the glass was good . s major alcohol style heat comes off of this one closer to scotch than beer . that fades pretty quick to reveal some strong oak and molasses aromas . there is some bread in the distant background . it comes dangerously close to cough syrup . t more hot alcohol in the flavor . wood character is still very strong which is nice . molasses shows up midway and starts to round out the initial harsh flavors . next in line are notes of roasted malt and some light coffee flavors . some hints of smoke complete the flavor profile . the alcohol really is the biggest player in the flavor but that seems to be intentional since it is so similar to scotch . m almost full bodied with just the right amount of carbonation . finish is bitter and the heat from the alcohol keeps the palate warm for a while . d drinkability is just about average . this beer just comes too close to cough syrup in smell . that just throws everything off for the rest of the beer . the beer does start to get better once it warms . note edit serve this beer at degrees or higher . as the temperature of the beer started to rise closer to ambient the flavors in this beer started to shine . i would recommend a serving temperature of just below room temp .,aroma,0.6,1
a deep ruby red body with lighter red highlights when held to the light . an almost pink fluffy head forms . spotty lacing s yummy . both sweet and tart cherries . that s it . nothing else . cherries t once again nothing but cherries . they start off sweet and end with a nice tartness m medium bodied . nice carbonation but a little syrupy d this was a pretty short review . but there s nothing else to really say about this beer except for the cherries . not much beer flavor . great to end dinner with,aroma,0.9,1
appearance looks like a glass of apple cider with a decently thick head that disappears quickly into nothing with no lacing . s cranberrys factor in highly as expected but also includes honey and a slight hint of alcohol . not bad . taste and mouthfeel this gives lambics a bad name . i see that it is not classified as such on this site nor should it be but since samuel adams uses this label prominently i will review it against such . this is awful . rather than the sourness of a great cantillon or the sweetness of a good lindemans this is just sam adams lager mixed with cranberry juice and maple syrup . no sweetness or sourness to speak of . thin bodied with moderate to high carbonation . the juice comes across as more watering down the lager than enhancing it . drinkability.while this goes down easy i will probably only drink it again to finish off my supply from the holiday sampler .,aroma,0.7,1
did n t care for it . i think that the hop and malt pairing was just a little weird . i know this is suppose to be english style draft read low carbonation but these wigets leave a great head and too little carbonation in the beer . tried it did n t like it now i can move on .,aroma,0.4,0
this poured an opaque dark brown with lots of tan head . it smelled terrible like rubbing alcohol and burnt coffee . it tasted bad too like old coffee and burnt bananas . it was nicely thick with slight carbonation but it had a bad bitter coffee aftertaste . overall this was one of the worst porters i ve ever had . might have been skunked need to try this again to see if it s really as good as everyone else thinks . especially since i loved the other arcadia brews .,aroma,0.2,0
this is the version bottle . now my brother tried this and said he was n t impressed . thought i d give it a go since i have the bottle sitting in the cellar . apperance a body cloudy orange which has some minor carbonation and a single finger of creamy head . the is n t very much in the way of lacing and the retention is a bit better then average . smell the dominating scent of brandy with touches of apricots really make their presence known as the muted background of tea toffee malt and a slight touch of floral hops struggle to overcome it . did n t take much warming to come out though . taste my brother in this case hit the nail on the head . this beer tastes like someone took an english ale and mixed brandy into it . the beginning has the fainest taste of apricots dominated by a strong brandy alcohol presence . the malt then tries to make an appearance but is crushed by a spirit like flavor whose potency is increased by the floral hops at the end . mouthfeel very bitter aftertaste that lingers for far too long and frankly is somewhat reminiscent of solvent . the transitioning is also weak because the brandy taste destroys any other flavors . carbonation is alright though . drinkability surprisingly refreshing but it is giving me a little bit of heartburn which i m blaming on the high alcohol content . i would n t call it a smooth drinker and is far too snooty in taste to pound back . final thoughts if you are a fan of brandy maybe this will be your cup of tea . i however found this beer to be quite a disappointment . i m not looking forward to that bottle of . maybe if i let it sit for a year i can trade it away later because i really would not want to have this beer again .,aroma,0.8,1
had this beer while in mexico for the baja race . omg this is worse than coors . nothing but carb water and a touch of hop and grains that just get choked down by the patron we were drinkin as well . would never drink this state side as my would be wasted on a drainpour,aroma,0.2,0
appearance . ounce bottle brewed in ceres ca . interesting . i picked this one up bevmo in chino hills today for something a bottle . the beer pours very thick . it looks like used motor oil . dark chocolate syrup brown . no head and no carbonation are observed . when looking at it like wine it has nice legs . swirling brings no head . lots of sediment in chunks the size of sesame seeds . smell very fragrant . even without putting my nose near the glass i can smell rich chocolate and some vinous notes . as i pull the sniffer closer i smell some soy sauce and lots of chocolate syrup in the nose . it smells terribly sweet and has a mild toasted ending to the scent . as the smell lingers it has a dried over ripe fruit scent of plums dates and figs . i like the aroma . taste mouthfeel very sweet and syrupy . grape molasses chocolate whole grain bread port cherry plum dates and a bunch of other flavor overwhelm and coat my mouth . wow . this is an intense beer . amid the strong sweetness and chocolate there is a distinct fruitiness that even contributes to the texture.or perhaps the texture adds to the flavor . i have mixed feelings about this beer . it is cloying but once the sweetness backs off the flavors are complex and interesting for the last two thirds . lots of grape toasted sugar and chocolate . to their credit i do n t taste any alcohol in the beer . that is a great accomplishment at abv . drinkability this is such an intense and syrupy beer there s no way that the drinkability could be high . you ca n t drink more than one of these and the flavors are just too intense at points . i would imagine that reducing this beer with some spices would make a great sauce for a filet mignon . i say this because this beer is a lot like a port wine . i love port and i liked this beer but the gritty grape flavor just is n t great with the chocolate flavors . just my opinion though .,aroma,0.9,1
the pale cloudy appearance is n t too impressive up front for this summery lemonade infused wheat beer . the initial citrus smell is n t bad though but what really counts is the taste and here it just reminds me far too much of pledge furniture polish . something here seems fishy and plastic and i wo n t be picking these up anytime soon .,aroma,0.8,1
first things first love the pomegranate juggling bear label . good stuff poured in a pint glass to a hazy orange yellow color . clearly unfiltered with a foamy head which went away after about seconds but remained a slight presence . i get mostly a malty smell . but very unpleasant . the pomegranate cuts the malt flavor and this is actually a great tasting beer . not at all bitter very smooth . it seems like it would be real good with a small lime cut . great light beer for an early friday afternoon off work .,aroma,0.3,0
appearence the body of the beer is a crystal clear amber with loads of carbonation . on top of this is a huge off white head that lasts forever . smell the smell is a wonderful mix of caramel sweet malts and strong citrus and floral hops . a tiny bit of grass hay is also notable . taste and mouthfeel the flavor is a mix of strong hops balanced by caramel malts . floral and citrus notes and the most prominent as well as some spice . the hop bitterness lingers for quite some time . the mouthfeel is smooth and creamy . drinkability and overall i m not sure if my review is correct . i ve had a few bottles of this before and none were as tasty as this one . i have a feeling it s the frederick brewing company s fault though . when they were doing stoudt s stuff i noticed inconsistency as well as with their own products . another reason my review may be a little out of line is because of the name . hoppus maximus . not quite . the hops are tasty but it s not as incredibly hoppy as the name suggests . but all that aside i m really enjoying my glass right now . it s smooth creamy flavorful and quite drinkable . if all the bottles i had of this beer were this good it d be much more drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
glowing cloudy yellow color almost like it s radioactive still you can see the tiny bubbles swim to the surface . not much head nor lacing . subtly fills your nostrils with sheer weight as well as clove coriander spice lemon peel vanilla bean has a lively yeastiness some banana notes while light of touch it s never not there . light bodied fizzy and kind of skittish never settles down on a branch . the heavier carbonation does whip up the clove led spices lemon to orange citrus mineral water and mild metallic flakes . the fruit mainly banana pear apricot more skin and pit than flesh . creates a lot of perfume in the mouth yet can not persist through the finish . goes down without a hiccup .,aroma,0.9,1
a poured this into a goblet . distinct reddish orange slight haze and a nice off white head that clings to the side of the glass . s it smells like a brett beer first of all which i do really like . funk dusty summer days and yeah typical barnyard odor . but dear lord does it do this fantastically . and while that s the strongest smell i get some nice grassy and floral characteristic . that s right there are hops on the nose here . t candied sugar and caramel this definitely starts sugary . maybe a touch of butter diacetyl . and herb hops . and then the brett comes out swinging its stellar funk . i like it and the funkiness really dries out crisply and bitterly . m the sugariness transfers into a sticky and heavy mouthfeel like old ale but not as becoming on it at first . what it does have for it there is the crispness lightens it up enough where i do n t really mind . nice carbonation and it s sharp which complements s and t above . d i m not opposed to drinking this at all proportionate to abv but i am also not reaching for another quite at the moment .,aroma,1.0,1
okay an n a beer was not my idea of fun but i have a decent business in selling this kind of near beer to people who have their doctors on their tails about their alcohol consumption . it did n t look like anything special and the aroma was slightly sweet with a mild hop reminder . the first taste took me by surprize as the sweet malt had a consistency or a base that i found to be drinkable . it reminded me of the last time i brewed a pale ale and tasted the mash before proceeding . this was nothing special but it might be decent to cook with .,aroma,0.4,0
t bb pale yellow brew not much of a head . ginger all over very fruity with raisins peach and lots of ripe fruits . somewhere there is a aroma i ca n t describe but it is very familiar . neutral base taste but almost every aroma i mentioned earlier returns in the taste . light body not much of an aftertaste . marvelous aroma but it ca n t keep that promise . not a bad beer but i would not care for another now . maybe next month since i have two more of these .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at the brewery restaurant . dark orange and cloudy with next to zero head . the color which is obviously roughly similar to apricot saves this . aroma of tart dried apricots fresh apricots canned apricots . uhh pretty much just apricots . quite a great smell actually as i like apricots this is why i ordered an apricot ale . the taste gets plenty of the same apricots buttery malts surprising moderate bittering and a bready finish . decent apricot ale maybe a shade better than the apricot wheats i have tasted off the shelves but not the game changer i was hoping for . lighter in body with prickly carbonation . easy drinking stuff but this is only something i would probably get again if it was in six packs and was looking for something simple and fruity .,aroma,0.9,1
corked bottle into snifter . a darker than many dubels a deep auburn . cloudy with a slight white tan head perhaps half a finger . the bubbles look tight and foamy i expect this to be rather carbonated . the retention is good and the lacing is slippery . s banana and raisins . a sweet smell and not too strong . but perhaps that s just my sniffer . t sweet right off then a bit tart with a sweet finish . the initial sweetness follows the nose fruity and nutty and the tartness is more like the rind of a fruit than its meat . the finish has a bit of wood in it . all in all the flavors happening here are very subtle and the booze is undetectable . m i was right about the carbonation . it feels good melting away down my throat . it s a very light feeling beer not chewy at all . o okee dokee . i m trying to be objective about this but i m not blown away . what do i say . maybe it has something to do with the temperature . i am drinking it right out of my american fridge hardly ideal conditions . i m not committed enough to this review thing to wait to submit it an hour from now after i ve had it warm up . but then i have every intention of drinking the whole tonight so it ll get plenty warm . my guess is i ll like it better twenty minutes from now . okay . enough .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle found in ny for five dollars plus tax . a gpoamicc has a cork that s a pain to get out . upon pouring this old ale has a murky dark brown color with zero head . very dead looking . s has a nice old ale smell with similarities to thomas hardy s and the like . malt dried dark fruit alcohol and some wine like scents . the smell is this beers strong suit . t the taste really hurts this beer . i get all the above mentioned scents in taste plus some minimal calvados from the cask and a lot of plums . they just do n t meld well together leaving me looking for a chaser . m zero carbonation and a thick syrupy feel . the alcohol is there but it does not burn . this one coats the tounge quickly leaving a sweet aftertaste . it is a year old beer so perhaps any carb that was there initially faded over time . d small sips are the way to go if i took anymore i would probably throw up . this would be a good beer to dare somebody for money to drink at least oz in a gulp i sware it can not be done without upchucking .,aroma,0.9,1
i got a pack as a birthday gift so this is my first blue moon harvest moon pumpkin ale . poured from a oz . bottle into a duvel belgian tulip glass . appearance a fairly aggressive bottle pour resulted in maybe a off white head then dissipated to a thin spotty ring around the inside of my glass within a minute . murky amber color with decent bubbly lacing when the glass is tilted . smell i barely detect some mild fall spices and sweetness . not much of a nose to it all . a little disappointed as i enjoy the aromas of a good pumpkin beer . taste very mild spices and some sweetness is all i m getting . nutmeg clove malt and maybe a little cinnamon . i m not sensing any pumpkin at all which is sad to say since it s suppose to be a pumpkin ale . mouthfeel moderate in body with a creamy carbonated texture on the tongue . i think the mouthfeel may be the best part of this beer and that s nothing to brag about . overall i m glad i did n t spend my own money on this . i really enjoy the different take brewers have with pumpkin ale . as noted above i m a little disappointed with this version . it s an easy drinking beer if you can do without flavor . since i enjoy flavor in my pumpkin beer i ll stick to dogfish head weyerbacher or smuttynose versions when i m looking for solid rendition of the style . with that said i ll have to serve the remaining beers to guests who do n t know the difference between a really good and not so good pumpkin ale .,aroma,0.4,0
review from notes pours copper auburn with a pinky of cream colored head . zero head retention lacing s apricots leafy hops persimmons as this warms t much dark fruittyness figs apricots plus breadyness leafy hops a touch of butterscotch up front . figgyness woody hops dominate as this warms slight hints of mint as well . finishes dry very fruitty with more woody hops this is not really the sum of it s parts mf light bodied light carbonation okay balance drinks easy enough but falls way short of my expectations . this brewery kicks ass with its cask offerings this bottled offering does n t come close to measuring up .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance way too much head . all of these bottles i opened were gushers and there was a massive amount of head when poured . color looks good though . smell very hoppy nice . i like the aroma . not a whole lot of sweetness in the aroma to balance it but it is nice a floral . taste a little watery . there is n t a malt base to back up the hops . it basically taste like cold hop water . mouthfeel very thin . very thin . very thin . overall not a very good beer .,aroma,0.7,1
an orange ish iced tea color brew with a thin white head and decent lacing . the aroma is a beautiful butterscotch malt and caramel experience like candied hops . the taste holds that butterscotch caramel feel along with a yeasty wheat highlight throughout . pretty thin bodied with tangy carbonation . there is a hint of some apple but all in all i would say this smells more inviting than it tastes . it is fairly unique though worth a try for sure but this not something i will commit to memory .,aroma,0.9,1
on nitro tap at the brewpub . served in a oz pint style glass . a guinness style black body with transparent reddish highlights when held to the light . the foam is a dark tan color that settles to a persistent cap and leaves behind sheets of lace as the glass diminishes . s smell is terrific and pops way more than a lot of nitro beers i ve had . tons of chocolate roasty dark bread caramel and light coffee notes . t the taste is a little more roasty and bitter with a long lingering coffee aftertaste . this gets a bit astringent and burnt after two thirds of a glass but it s a fair bit more flavorful than many irish dry stouts i ve had in the past . m the mouthfeel is not typical for a nitro beer . i think there might have been a little more co in the mix than usual . apparently sacodetoro noticed the same thing . it s still pretty smooth with a medium body a dry roasty finish and nice residual stickiness . d easy to down even on a hot summer day . would like to try this on cask some day .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a medium honey colored body with a silky cream one finger head . steady carbonation . strong lacing . s big juicy grapefruit hops lemon orange rind light pine . malts are shadowy sweetened crackers . overall this beer is very sweet smelling . t medicinal hops somewhat acidic and citrusy . a bit metallic in the middle . malts are light and negligible . alcohol pulls in at the end with a mild bite . stinging residual hop bitterness . m medium bodies and plenty chewy . d certainly not the best example of a double ipa out there . too bad the taste does n t follow the lead of the aroma . props to long trail for trying out new things . their standard ipa was one of the first hoppy beers i ever had as a youngin i thought it was disgusting then but now i find it mild .,aroma,0.9,1
had a pint of this on tap from the zen bar in plainville ct . poured a black color with a nice light brown creamy head and decently clingy thick sheets of lace around the glass . not much in the way of aroma here alittle roasty . tastes roasty malty some coffee chocolate going on even some hops . not alot of flavor overall however . low carbonation easy drinking and smooth dry . honestly this was n t a horrible stout certainly not great but i did enjoy this beer . i however most likely wont be getting it again as i do not like supporting anheuser busch .,aroma,0.4,0
deep golden straw color a bit hazy the head on this is thick and stays thick with an off white color as it sticks to glass smell was not as great as the taste maybe due to the rye but the taste was awesome the only reason i didnt give a . was due to i think it could have more hop aroma and some dry hoping but overall this beer tasted great the mouth feel was perfect body great no alcohol taste very easy ipa for me but i love grape fruit hops like simcoe and maybe some nelson suavin would love packs of this but i think they quit brewing it as i could not find it on the website,aroma,0.6,1
pours pitch black with a nice enough brown head . looks good . nose is abrasive alcohol tones . like smelling sticking my nose in booze that is way over proof . too much imo . there are minor vanilla tones and bourbon is clearly present but it s just too prevalent for me . flavor is nicely thick with malts . there i a bit of a bourbon burn but there is n t the level of complexity i d like to be seeing . or have seen in other bourbon stouts for that matter . feel is smooth on liquid . carbonation is okay . a bit too biting . just a bit . the verdict on this is eh . this was clearly better via the special cask version a lot of us n yawkas experienced previous to the official release . it seems like the hype was laid out to juice the anticipation of this release and it seems like it s worked . it s a shame you ll probably never get to taste the cask version pre release .,aroma,0.6,1
mom and dad picked this one up in nc on their last trip south of the border then bro and sis carted it all the way over when they came to visit . thanks for the effort guys . from a bottle into a snifter . appearance pours a one finger medium looking white head with good retention . hazy safety orange in color gamboge when held to the light with a little carbonation evident . a splotchy wisp and ring remain until the end leaving some nice lacing down the glass . good looking pale ale . smell pale malts and some nice citrus notes . pineapple lemon and some nice grapefruit aromas . quite fruity and very pleasant . taste milder flavors which is somewhat disappointing considering the nose . some pale malts up front and some grainy hints . notes of citrus with some grapefruit and some decent bitterness after the swallow . mild bitter aftertaste lingers . alright but the grainy flavors did n t really pass . palate medium body and carbonation . creamy and smooth enough on the palate goes down fine and finishes slightly dry on the palate . fine here . overall an alright brew but nothing special . the grainy flavors did n t really work for me which was disappointing as the nose and look were really promising . something i m glad to have tried but wo n t be seeking out again . thanks again for doing the legwork guys .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap poured into a wide mouth chalice type glass . very dark brown beer with no head with the beer filled to the brim of the glass . dark and murky not much carbonation was visible . very complex aroma dark brandy soaked fruits raisins and plums dark caramel vanilla oak chocolate . alcohol was very present on the nose as well . this is a big and heavy beer on the tongue . all the flavors from the nose hits your tongue at the same time and smack it around . big sweetness dark brandy soaked fruits and boozy dark caramels darker sweet malts chocolate molasses vanilla and oak . flavors were a mess and i did n t know what to make of it . no carbonation . absolutely still making this very sweet sticky and syrupy forcing me to take verys mall sips . a little carbonation would have helped the flavors be more balanced . very warm alcohol lingers in your throat . some good bold flavors there but they re too much when a beer is completely flat . left half of the pour in the glass on the table when i got up and left .,aroma,0.8,1
ive been drining this beer every fall for several years now and just realized to my surprise that i havent rated it yet . it pours a nice amber hue with a good amount of khaki colored head retention . the smell is outstanding very malty and reminiscent of autumn . i love the flavor of this octoberfest its very flavorful without being too sweet or syrupy . the mouthfeel and carbonation are also excellent as is common in most sam adams ales . this is definitly one of my favorite octoberfest beers and possibly the one single seasonal beer that i look forward too the most each year .,aroma,1.0,1
very nice pour with a copper redish tone . minimal head that quickly disappears in time for enjoying . best feature is the taste definitely a mouthful of flavor over powered by hops but finishes smooth especially for a beer with high abv and ibu rating .,aroma,1.0,1
very underwhelmed by this beer . i had low expectations going in not a big fan of any of the shiner beers i ve had so it would have been pretty easy to please me . too much of a bittery ale flavor for a hefeweizen . it may technically be a hefe but it reminds me of a stiff american adjunct lager . to my unrefined palate i would say this comes across as a slightly creamier budweiser . in color flavor and mouthfeel . i wo n t be going out of my way to pick up another of these . i d have one if there were n t any other options and it were free . i do n t hate it but for the price i d rather get a budweiser .,aroma,0.7,1
reviewed from notes . original tasting cl bottle into tulip . f . ea . s malty bready scent . no chocolate to speak of and perhaps a bit sour . a big rocky dark tan head over a deep brown body . good lacing and a creamy cover . t dark roasted malt dominates with just a hint of bitter chocolate and nuttiness . good brew but gets docked for not delivering the flavor that the name suggests . m creamy . medium body with low to medium carbonation . very smooth . d very sessionable brew with a good flavor and pleasing mouth . would work well with food or solo . o was a bit disappointed that so little chocolate flavor was delivered but disregarding the name it is a solid stout .,aroma,0.4,0
when i asked the server wich three floyds she had i was excited to hear a stout . just what i needed after a couple water beers . seeing the pour made my mouth water . nice and dark rich looking with a nice head . the smell was delightful . with a hoppy nose and a touch of citris . if i had to guess centenial mixed with hops i ca n t get a fix on . the tast is were things got off track . the hops tasted like they smelled with a balance between bitternes and flavor . i had to search way to hard for the roasted malt flavors . finally found some after the bitterness and flavor of the hops went away . the body was thin . only thing holding this beer together is the bitterness . i am not one to judge styles however calling this a stout was not a good marketing . i could n t say this beer is very drinkable even at . . one was somewhat refreshing .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance a hazy dark gold . i ve read a few reviews that claim that this beer has little head retention . i could not disagree more . the head on this beer stayed and it was thicker than most . it was like the froth on the edge of a broken wave . beer also appeared to be quite carbonated smell hot day amn . the smell of this one is trump tight . the eastern spices are like aroma therapy . those clove ish spices blend with the hops and a sweet fruit scent to create an enticing aroma . taste from the second this one hits your lips you just know that this is an americanized tripel . the heavey dose of spices really sets this beer apart from others i have had . this bear is hearty and has a semi sweet malt foundation . the golden monkey leaves you with a moderately hopped aftertaste that borders on sour . if it were n t this questionable aftertaste and the cottonmouth it gave me . i may have given this one a for taste mouthfeel rich and bold . drinkability such a good beer but the off aftertaste lowers the scores a bit maybe aging this for a bit would do it some good .,aroma,1.0,1
by far their best beer we sampled . this brew poured a medium head of fine to large brown bubbles and an opaque black body . it has a very mild malt aroma to weak for a good stout and a strong coffee flavor . i did not taste the typical chocolate or roasted notes that are typical of most good stouts only coffee . it had a good lacing and was smooth from start to finish . there was no bite at all .,aroma,0.4,0
single can purchased from specialty beer store in south euclid oh . thin head straw yellow color . citrus orange aroma really need to get the nose in there to detect much of the hops . acid on the tongue with fairly nice and smooth hops give way to a bitter aftertaste . nice medium body with abundant hop resins . i tried this brew both in the can and sa glass and find that the can liner does improve the aroma but at the expense of the overall taste . however if one were to head out to fish or to the beach bringing a couple of these cans would certainly be an improvement over the standard mass produced fair .,aroma,0.4,0
beer like this is a gamble . with its stately magnum bottle its limited release its special date and its unorthodox flavor pairings one is compelled to wonder why if a product is so special and wonderful it is not a part of wider release . if you ve got something really noteworthy on your hands it seems to me that you d want to capitalize on that or at least make sure more people get a chance to try it . when a limited release is capped at a small batch due to a high cost or hard to find ingredient its specialness is for many quickly justified . but when a product is offered in a limited release with readily available ingredients in a medium that invites large scale production beer . its curious if it has the backbone to support all the fanfare . here our unusual ingredients are anaheim chilis and cinnamon . not an unusual combination on its own but certainly an original twist on a chili beer especially with the addition of belgian yeast . the idea does n t strike me as a sure thing but i take the plunge and buy in based mostly on stone s excellent reputation my particular love of their classic californian mega hopped varieties and my out and out worship of mexican food and spicy food in general in conjunction with beer . i ve also been known to house an unusually large hot sauce collection a half dozen in the fridge at any given time so i seem to be a good candidate . pouring into a small wine glass the head is assertive leaving impressive lacing and blanketing a rich mahogany colored ocean of sweet smelling beer . the belgian hops make themselves known on the nose right away building a little excitement . by sight and smell this is certainly a well made beer and it bespeaks stone s beautiful marriage of art and science . i dive greedily in nose down into the glass . what happens next is less fun . a round body of sweet belgian malt which quite wonderfully provides those iconic citric and musty notes surrounds a astringent muddled flavor who s final punchline is ashtray . following that an aftertaste creeps up that takes all the dryness of cinnamon all the oily heat of smoked peppers and all the cloying sweetness of belgian brews and forces them into an unfortunate boxing match between sickly sweet and abrasively bitter where no one s the winner and everyone just looks stupid . it s all wrong . instead of balancing each other out the two just erase all pleasure from the experience by offering the worst of both worlds . the ultimate lasting impression is having taken a shot of liquor from an ashtray coated in sweet n low . how s that for a beer review . i take another sip this time in disbelief . no i must have missed something . but reliving the experience only confirmed that not only did i not care for this beer but that i could not finish it . here i should clarify and say that i am not a man too proud to turn down much of anything let alone to commit the disgusting act of throwing away perfectly good food . but this quite literally turned my stomach and down the drain it went . in my estimation this was made a special limited release because it was recognized at the factory either as a complete misstep or as something that would only be enjoyed by a very limited number of people and could not be sold beyond a few hundred cases . for my sake i wish it was never released at all . it offers nothing to please the beer lover or the chili head . i m sorry to say avoid . stone messed up .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark cloudy yellow orange coloring . good initial head for a wit . head disappears towards the end of the glass leaving decent lacing . s wheat sugars and that distinct grains of paradise scent . not good at all . t i have to say i am not a fan of grains of paradise when they are overused and this is definitely the case in this beer . otherwise lots of wheat with just a hint of cranberry . the cranberry is done well as it cancels out the initial sweetness that hits the palate . some earthy notes rise towards the end lingering in the aftertaste . m nice . light and crisp just like a wheat beer should be . d definitely sessionable however the earthy almost bitter notes at the end may turn some people off . more complex than i expected . an interesting beverage . my only problem with this beer was the over abundance of grains of paradise . perhaps i m over sensitive to these particular grains but i ve noticed this in other beers and just ca n t stand it .,aroma,0.4,0
this is one of my favorites this is the alt which is available year around at the brewery on tap . the bottle pales in comparison to the tap version . love to spend a rainy afternoon enjoying an alt and the good company at the brewery . when at the berwery i hope you get to meet nick one of the last great bartenders great way to spent a portland afternoon .,aroma,0.6,1
eye candy transparent dark goldenrod . thin edges . minimal retention . the nose knows overbearing artificial lemon candy coated with powdered sugar . would do double duty as an air freshener in the bathroom . sweet malt and spice beg to emerge . tongueland grassy wheat overtaken by lemon bomb . peppery finish . wierd . regulated to the beer pong beer collection .,aroma,0.3,0
i really like this lager . it has a really light yellow color and lightly carbonated . the smell took me by suprise it smells of corn with a nice hint of hops . its taste is good leaving a hint of hops in the mouth . the mouthfeel is nice kinda holds on the top of mouth . drinkability is nice it goes down smooth and finishes clean .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle with a notched freshness date of september presumably in my complimentary sam adams boston lager glass . i was happy to see a dense creamy white two finger thick head form atop the beer upon a somewhat gentle pour . the head more or less subsided by the time i was a quarter of the way through drinking the beer though a persistent ring at the boundary between glass and beer continued on during the course of this review and a trail of faint lace remained to prove testament to the beer s travel from glass to gullet . the beer itself was a clear dark amber . grade a vermont maple syrup makes a fitting analogy in terms of color only . there was n t much nose to speak of until i agitated the beer quite severely through swirling around in the glass and even then it was n t assertive . what aromas i did detect smelled of caramel apples and over ripe fruit . what was lost in the aroma was more than made up for in the taste . toasted roasted malts dominate and are entangled with the over ripe fruit that was picked up in the nose . to state this so matter of factly though does not do it justice . i was shocked at the strength with which the malt and fruit exploded across my tongue . certainly the nose did not hint that such enormous power lay within this liquid concoction . the roasted fruity goodness took hold early ushered in a slightly warm alcohol burn and remained long after . damn fine . the tongue and palate are not left to want . this beer seems extremely well balanced to me and surprisingly full for an american doppelbock . in fact as much as i hate to admit it many sam adams offerings leave me wanting more in this category . that is to say they are weak in mouthfeel for my tastes . that has always been my biggest pet peeve with sa beers . the sa double bock sets the record straight . me sa . rock solid from the tip of the tongue to the back of the throat . i was so taken aback by the exceptional taste and well rounded nature by sa standards of this beer that i had to have a second immediately . that s saying something for a brew this high in alcohol content . in fact this doppelbock rates second only to andechs doppelbock which i had in plentiful supply in stuttgart . kudos to you jim koch and the rest of bbc . you have completely won me over with this your most kick ass offering . p.s . your imperial pilsner was not too shabby either .,aroma,0.6,1
this rare beer was the last one on the shelf thank you beer gods . . the head starts off good with decent retention . the nose is very complex with hints of soy sauce and salty taffy . the taste starts with caramelized dates and brown sugar . the next wave fades into a dry spicy english hops profile . the mouth feel is medium to full body . i rated the drinkability high for good reason that this brew is . and has no heat with a smooth well balanced finish . this stout was worth the . happy new year to all .,aroma,1.0,1
ml poured into a tulip a poured a light orange brown color . short lived white head that quickly faded to film . decent active head retention and a fair amount of carbonation shown with this . s big raspberry smell . very tart and very berry . has a bit of a kriek smell to it . good nose to this . t not as big a punch in the taste as in the smell . lots of carbonation and a little bit of sour tartness from the berries . not as much raspberries as had hoped for from the smell . m good carbonation and has a sort of champagne sort of feel to this . takes a bit for the tartness to kick into the mouth and need more raspberries in this . it is on the soft side and lacking a big punch that others have in this . d it is good but lacks the big raspberry punch . has a great smell but a letdown in the taste and mouth . do get some of the residual tartness but not enough for that pow factor . this could be made into a really good raspberry brown ale though . highly drinkable at . but one is more than suitable .,aroma,0.8,1
reviewed this on tap and growler why not a bottle . a nice looking deep hazy copper color . a finger of white head . the lacing is very impressive . s this was a bottled in june and it honestly does not have that much a nose at all . the hops are there but nothing nearly what i am looking for . t nice sharp malt with quite a bit of hops with a subtle boozy finish . this is a classis . i do find it beter on tap though . m litle sticky and thick . d this beer is a classic . it is one of the top east coast dipas . just be sure to check your bottled date .,aroma,0.6,1
ah moosehead . it was actually a beer of choice of mine back in the day . not so much now but i still enjoy it on occasion . it pours an unimpressive light golden colour . it s highly bubbly and looks alot closer to champagne than beer at times . the smell is typical of lagers packaged in green bottles a bit grainy and a bit skunked . nothing more to say . luckily this does n t carry over into the flavour which is nice and crisp and quite refreshing . it s nothing that breaks the bank but it s better than any us macro and probably better than all of the canadian ones as well . this is a relatively smooth brew overall that s quite quaffable especially in the summer months . not great overall but it ll quench your thirst .,aroma,0.4,0
i purchased this beer at malones bar and grill in harrisburg pa. after pouring the beer i though that it was gon na be great because it look terrific . the smell was also very nice and seemed like it would taste good . the taste was ok but it felt like i was drinking vinegar to an extent . it was too acidic and i dont feel that would want to drink more than just one in a sitting or in a month . it was something different but not my type of beer .,aroma,0.8,1
theme for this review disappointment . this one was a real disappointment to me . i thought that i remembered hearing some people raving about how great this beer was last year . i sincerely hope that they were talking about something different . luckily i narrowly avoided disaster when i made the decision to just buy one bottle instead of a whole six pack . that was a sound financial decision . oz . bottle . best enjoyed by dec. . sampled on . appearance golden orange . bright white head with lots of visible carbonation . looks promising hopes are up . then the head quickly disappears . ok let s keep a positive outlook for this beer . smell what s this . . . light grains . definitely weak light macro like grains . my nose decides to dig deep for more and it finds traces of spices and . corn . . . taste grainy water . very subtle spices . hints of pumpkin . just hints . subtle hop finish . and is that corn again . so by now my vision of this being a great pumpkin ale have disappeared and i am wondering if it is fair to label this a pumpkin ale at all . mouthfeel ok . so the mouthfeel is ok. light bodied . drinkability so . this goes down pretty easy in much the same way that water does . and just like water it s not interesting enough to session . i had high hopes for this beer but it simply left me wondering what the point is in brewing a special seasonal if you re going to skimp on flavor .,aroma,0.2,0
nice cans . a a little on the light side . clear transparent red hued darkness when held up to the light . the highlights are an actual blazing candy apple red . the topper on this brew is big and puffy and tan colored and looks very attractive in my sam smith s imperial pint glass . the foam settles at a decent clip but leaves plenty of lace behind . s sweet burnt cookie cocoa and coffee aromas . milk sugars lend an odd creaminess to the nose almost like kid s cereal . almost like cocoa puffs . or count chocula . . . pipe tobacco hazelnut vanilla damp wood buffalo bison harmonica . t now dern it nearly tastes like the milk leftover from a bowl of chocolate kid s cereal . taste is diluted and i can taste the water that went into this one as well . literally tastes like overly sweetened milk with some coffee in it . sadly most of the roasty toasty cocoa coffee flavors get lost in the milk . finishes . not stoutly . not even milk stoutly . mf as indicated by the appearance and the taste the body is less than awesome . carbonation is low low and i m assuming that the only reason this beer feels creamy is on behalf of the lactose . compared to other american stouts the grain bill seems to be lacking . d drinking this one does n t feel right . almost like i m drinking a chemical or something i do n t know . judging by their website s description i ll assume that they were going for a lighter bodied stout that would be easily drinkable and more appealing to non heavy dark beer drinkers . real stout fans however may find this one to be seriously lacking .,aroma,0.8,1
pours clear bright copper gold with a finger fizzy white head that left no lacing smells like a fruity seven up with hints of ruby red grapefruit taste is absolutely awful it reminds me of a zima i drank in jr. high almost yrs ago mouthfeel is thin this is an over carbonated soda water they are passing off as beer overall this might be the worst thing i have ever drank called beer i got more beer flavor from bud select,aroma,0.7,1
the most unique thing about this beer for me was the nose . it pours a light amber color with a head that quickly reduces to a thin ring but does cling to the glass . it reeks of grapefruit and apple cider . very smooth at first with creamy centennial hop flavors but less hoppy than many american pales gets more bitter and hoppy with the finish . wait just long enough for the same citrusy flavors from the nose to come out in the aftertaste nose more apple cider aftertaste more grapefruit good beer but less hoppy than a standard pale .,aroma,1.0,1
a very creamy red beer . gorgeous ruby in color with superb head and lacing . very malty smell . sugary raisin and malty flavor that mix very smooth . nice creamy texture with a bitter bite . a nice complex and balanced brew . will try it on a crisp cool autumn day .,aroma,0.6,1
i had this at the american craft brew fest in boston this past summer and was waiting to get my hands on a full bottle . appearance big pure white foam of fingers rose over a clear honey yellow body . tiny bubbles throughout the glass and nice lacing on the glass . aroma herbal hops were there for sure . i get slight notes of biscuity malt too . taste very hoppy for a pilsner but not overwhelming . the malty biscuity aspects of the brew do a great job of balancing this beer . the aftertaste is quite spicy after the heat warms the herbal hops . mouthfeel crisp clean and smooth . there is a little heat from the alcohol towards the end of the glass but it does n t affect the mouthfeel too much . drinkability quite refreshing and easy going down . like many great beers i had in the czech republic this clear and well balanced brew hides it s . very well . overall i like this beer very much . maybe one of the best made european tasting pilsner i ve had made domestically .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a thick looking cloudy yelow . almost no head at all even though i did n t pour it gently at all.smells sweet and very fruity . tastes yeasty with a harsh alcohol flavor at the end . almost like a hint of malt liquor or vodka added into the mix before bottling . i tried a gulp and almost gagged . lots of harsh alcohol taste . way to boozy . almost painful to finish .,aroma,0.8,1
at an oktoberfest party and someone brought an onion pumpkin beer . the beer poured hazy orange with off white head that did not lace . the smell included subtle notes of nutmeg pumpkin . the taste was not surprising much like the smell . nutmeg cinnamon flavors . the mouthfeel was ok . .a little to sweet for me . overall it wasnt a bad beer for pumpkin flavor . certainly worth a shot . ale has grown on me the few times i have had it .,aroma,0.8,1
man this pours pretty smells of licorice and molasses . faint licorice taste with a roasted overtone fairly watery and thin tasting sweet taste throughout that slightly dries near the end . this beer very thin in feel the head contributes some thickness but not enough . this stout was rather one sided and thin but because of that was downed pretty fast . a session beer but not as satisfying as other commercial stouts .,aroma,0.8,1
original rating date june i do n t really know how to go about rating this beer . compared to other pale fizzy watery lagers it s spectacular . but in the full spectrum of beer it s below average like most light beers . the taste pleasantly surprised me with a full mouthfeel that lacked the super watery fizzy feeling that most american light beers have . the malty nose was n t bad either but nothing to write home about . had a much better more refined taste than pretty much every other pale light lager i ve ever tasted . it s a bit sweet malty carbonated . better than the competition in its bracket but obviously falls short when compared to other higher quality non light beers .,aroma,0.3,0
. oz bottle poured into a zotten glass fridge appearance pours that black guinness color with brown highlights . the head builds in that nitrogen driven fashion . millions of bubbles drive down and then move up to the tan head that awaits . smell sweet chocolate and barley malt with a subtle hop presence . kind of bland . taste a smooth flavor of burnt toast roasted barley milk chocolate and bitter floral hops . everything melds together for a refreshing balanced flavor . mouthfeel ultra smooth medium body sensual carbonation and some alcohol burn . a great mouthfeel that is easily recognizable . drinkability goes well with just about anything . this beer is a classic that is extremely drinkable . i will always reach for it .,aroma,0.4,0
ahh mikkeller we meet again . hopefully this experience will be better than the ba black hole series . poured into pint glass . pours finger of tan head . good retention and nice lacing . color is black . off to a good start . aroma i think someone played a prank on me as this smells a lot like the ba black hole series . sharpie markers roasted malts chocolate tar burnt rubber . has some smoke but no chipotles . taste smoked malts roasted flavors chocolate vanilla creamy flavors burnt rubber tar and black sharpie marker . the chipotles show in the finish and are great but it is hard to get through to that part of the beer . mouthfeel roasted smooth and toxic . medium to full bodied with a medium amount of carbonation . ends hot spicy and dry . overall the best part of this beer was the chipotles in the finish but everything else sucked . tasted so much like the ba black hole beers . i feel like i was robbed on another one of their beers . huge waste of money . glad they only sent this one to tx so less people have to experience this tragedy .,aroma,0.3,0
poured into pilsener glass from bottle . a very dark almost black but has deep brown edges . nice inch of lighy tan creamy head . sits rocky on top of the beer . s roasty and acetic . damn twang is off putting . t m wow first time ever i ve had a beer with that sour aroma but its not present in the taste hooray . overall subtle flavors come together to form this very soft taste . the very first bit is roasty and charred but it quickly lets up for a delicate hop flavor and bitterness to come through . pleasing but passive . light crisp body . carbonation really plays with this one well . refreshing . o i love this style and this is good but not great . fairly middle of the road . floral and delicate flavors mend well with the soft roastiness . would definitely drink again .,aroma,0.4,0
had this tonight in the bomber bottle at the pittsburgh bottleshop cafe in collier twp. pittsburgh pa. ok i have to admit some bias at the start being a fan of frank zappa but i ve never heard of this beer before . a friend of mine ba stiga called me over to the bottle cooler for a look at the label on this bottle . the th anniversary of the release of fz s debut album gives this beer it s name . who can argue with that as the reason for naming creating a beer . one whiff and i knew this beer was up my alley . pungent floral hops to the max . i was thinking double ipa from the st whiff and also from the st taste so was surprized to see that it s listed with only one i here and not a double . for comparison s sake this beer reminds me a lot of troegs nugget nectar or victory s hop wallop . imo very similar in taste smell but a bit lighter in color than those two fine products . if you like those two you ca n t go wrong here . i think the full frontal hop blast was just shy of being over the top . that s a good thing . give this beer a try if you want a beer a bit beyond the american style ipa . it totally outshined the victory hop devil in my other glass . i may have to re think fz s words of wisdom to not eat the yellow snow if the snow is yellow from someone accidentally spilling a bit of the freak out ale . in this case it would be wise to eat the yellow freak out snow crystals . . might just go quite well with a dog doo snow cone . . .,aroma,1.0,1
nitro bottle poured into a guinness glass . i know you are supposed to drink this from the bottle but i ca n t do it . dark brown with ruby tones . creamy nitro head . very light aroma i have to vigorously agitate the beer to get anything out of it . mostly light roastiness with some sweet malt . flavor is slightly bitter roast with a sweet and sour note on the finish . pallate is thin . not the guinness i remember .,aroma,0.3,0
bottle poured into a weizen glass . look despite a very conservative pour a huge slightly brown head forms . the color is a dark walnut tobacco brown . if you look closely there are lots of bubbles floating up . the head retains very well but surprisingly left no lacing . its surprisingly clear for a weizen especially since i poured every bit of liquid from the bottle . i ca n t justify giving this a good score even though i like the color of the beer and the head given that it does n t fit the style and the over sized head hurts it . smell subdued . i do n t even really smell much in the way of roasted malt . i do n t find anything in the way of the typical weizen aromas like banana clove fruit etc . i ca n t even tell i m smelling a wheat beer . not impressed . taste a bit more flavor in the mouth than in the nose but that is n t hard . tastes like a hint of dark malt but that s it and nothing says this is a dunkelweizen to me . granted i have n t had that many dunkelweizens but there are n t any toasted wheat flavors no typical weizen flavors no yeastiness . disappointed . feel crisp light in body . drink this is possibly the redeeming quality of the beer . this could be drank all day and all night without much consequence . overall kind of disappointed even though i did n t have huge hopes going into this one . my girlfriend likes the erdinger hefeweizen and so she was drinking that while i had this and honestly hers had more flavor than mine . what s that about . i did n t care for this one . i would give it a try just to say you had it but do n t expect much .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle holiday wine cellar escondido ca radiant golden orange with an astoundingly thick head . leaves spider web like lacing all over the glass . a gorgeous beer to ogle over . this is west coast dipa aroma at it s best . the second the cap is popped the aromas come rushing out and literally fill the room . it smells like i m chopping up fresh oranges and pineapples as i pour this beer remarkable . this beer takes me longer to finish than most dipas this drinkable because i stop to sniff this beer before every sip . the taste follows the nose . it is not exceptionally bitter but a rather sweet and citrusy ipa . there is n t a lot of malt getting in the way of the hops hops hops . alcohol is extremely well hidden . the mouthfeel is thin and light . the carbonation is fine but there is something here that leaves me wanting . i wish the beer was a bit thicker and heavier in the mouth though there is nothing to complain about just being overly picky . a superbly drinkable dipa . i could go on drinking this all night . and i think i will . a fantastic beer at bargain bin prices . it does n t get much better than that .,aroma,1.0,1
as a big fan of tripels and drinker of ipas i was expecting a lot from this one . pours orange with a hint of light brown and produces a small medium sized head that settles down pretty quickly . the smell is the best quality of the beer . smells like a rich and fruity tripel and is very inviting . as far as taste the hops kick in first and are then followed by a slight hint of the tripel . both the ipa and tripel qualities are present in the beer but they do n t mix as nicely as i wish they would . the aftertaste is a weird combination of alcohol and lots of carbonation . there is also a strange and heavy bitterness that contributes to the off flavor . i was expecting a bit more from this one but it s worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
big thanks to chase for this . poured into a pint glass . . a this is n t the best looking ipa i ve seen . that much i m sure of . deeply hazed orange amber color . about two fingers of white foamy head that falls quickly and leaves small touches of lacing . . s this might be one of the best smelling ipas though . jam packed with flowery and citrusy hops . megatons of mango foremost followed by pineapple papaya and maybe some orange . behind that there is grapefruit and pine . lastly this has a strong sugary aroma in there . despite the color and cloudiness the malt and yeastiness are really faint . just a touch of breadiness from them . really intense and really pleasant . . t taste is much like the nose . incredible amounts of pineapple mango and papaya . cake icing grapefruit orange and pine . again really intense flavors . the malts come through more this time . slightly biscuity and bready from the yeast . moderate caramel sweetness and some peachy fruitiness from there . i really like this but i d prefer if the yeast were a bit cleaner . . m medium body . good carbonation especially for a growler . reasonably creamy though i could go for a bit more in lieu of the slight chewiness it has . otherwise smooth . . d this beer does n t fool around with the hops . that s probably why it s so highly ranked . ca n t say i do n t love it either . worth seeking out .,aroma,1.0,1
while not a lambic in the traditional sense the boston beer company makes a good attempt to mimic the appropriate sour and phenolic flavors produced by belgian wild yeasts and bacteria . therfore my review is based on characteristics associated with the lambic style . pours a hazy reddish orange with clear straw highlights . muddied clarity but light in color . one finger head that fizzles out leaving modest lacing . medicine and plastic aroma with some cranberry notes . the flavor is most unbalanced strong cranberry flavor and wheat tannins that turn cloying quickly and overpower any hint of malt or hops . light body and active carbonation help wash away the harsh aftertaste but the finish is dominated by phenols and tart cranberry . blended lambics will show an obvious fruit influence but are not be consumed by it . this beer replaces wheat and malt flavors totally with an acidic bite and poor mouthfeel . this would not score much higher as a fruit vegetable beer either .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . sample bottle poured into an imperial pint . vingate me printed on the back label . a pours a clear pale yellow color . very little head formation with poor retention if at all . tiny bits of sediment . s clove and yeasty . a weird musky funk . t really thin flavors of clove and lemon . some yeasty bananna but also has a weird mineral spice thing that conflicts with everything else . m thin and funky . its got good carbonation but it just doesnt feel right . d yes it is indeed a tripel . it is either too old or its got a flavor profile that is really not appealing or both . whatever spice is used also conflicts with the rest of the beer .,aroma,0.2,0
about opaque once it settles ino your pint glass crystaline orange color with a frothy thick white head that fades to a lasting film after a few minutes . smell is a tart floral aroma with crisp clean edge simply put it s delightful . this ale s taste is a crafty hop blen dover a clean crisp start . it settles on the tongue with a medium body and flavors including wheat apple and creme . the finish is malty smooth with an oily heavy aftertaste that lasts a while after the beer is gone .,aroma,1.0,1
i really wanted to like this beer but i m am not surprised i did n t . it looked very good bright golden amber with a fluffy white head that left smears of lace on my pint glass . nice steady carbonation with great clarity no protein left to haze up here . the aroma was almost non existent a major flaw in any ipa and what i could smell was mild butterscotch and a spritz of earthy hop . i swirled and stuck my face in i got nuthin . flavor was watery malt and a strong bitter bite no describable flavors just a low level sugary sweetness a slight tang citrus note and heavy handed boiling hops . very little in the way of late addition hop flavor as this beer seems to be all about the raw and uninteresting bittering at the back end . body is a thin medium and even as it warmed to near room temp it never gained any fullness or hop character . a very mediocre beer with bland and generic sort of flavor . more bite than a harpoon ipa but even less drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
yellow gold in color with a full head . unimpressive nose . flavor seems to have a fairly agressive hop character with some herbaceous and lemon notes . also it s sweet with some fruit like flavors . the oak provides a fairly nice component though clearly the oak influence would be more enjoyable had it been aged in an actual barrel . lots of heat and definately not a lot of subtlety . the finish could be longer as well it fades quick . just seems rough and unrefined it lacks depth .,aroma,1.0,1
a black as pitch brew topped with a two finger khaki head that eventually recedes to a nice thick collar and some oily film . a quick swirl brings back a finger of creamy foam . some nice lace remains on the glass . s roasted grains caramelized sugar wood smoke charcoal fireplace and campfire aromas abound . wonderfully smoky earthy outdoorsy and roasty . i also smell some nice cheese notes hidden behind the smoke and some solid hops are there too . t again very smoky and roasty with some musty flavors that taste like a dog smells when coming in from the rain . very burnt roasted and charred flavors . a welcome hop presence plays the supporting role and balances this porter nicely . m beefy and meaty with a dry ashy finish . d excellent . i could down a few of these no prob . the extremely dry and burnt characteristics detract a little from drinkability but i will surely buy this again .,aroma,1.0,1
ok this is totally over hopped for a scottish . i hate to even call it a scottish but it is billed as a basterdized scottish breaks all style molds so since they were not trying to make a true scottish i do n t feel like they should be dinged on points for being out of style . huge hop aroma a nice scottish style malt presnece behind the agresive hop bitterenes . enough malt to keep me happy and certainly enough hop to please the hopheads .,aroma,1.0,1
a dark brown with a decently large tan head and large effervescent bubbles . s somewhat of an earthy nuttiness with a slight roasted malt aroma . t roasted malts and subdued chocolate at first with more sips this devolves into an unappealing cardboard flavor . m d somewhat thin body for the style carbonation is medium . the cardboard box straight from the attic quality of the aftertaste really convinces me that i should n t have another .,aroma,0.7,1
oz . bottle from the brewmaster s collection poured into a working glass . the ale is a clear dark brown capped with a rocky tan head that falls to a light covering and leaves heavy sheeting and semi rings as it descends . the nose is nearly all sweet malts some toffee and notes of banana esters . not too heavy or dark in the nose . the taste is full of similar malty sweetness with lots of caramel light toffee . the fruity notes are absent from the taste and the smokiness comes through distinctly but not unbalanced . bitters are very low and more of a bite comes from medium levels of carbonation . mid high mouthfeel . slightly sweet and smokey aftertaste with lingering roasted notes . alcohol is noticeable in the mouth as light tingling on the tongue but not in the nose . quite smooth and drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
the total disorder porter poured a dark black brown with red highlights . it had a small head that quickly dissipated to a lacing and collar that coated the glass on the way down . it smelled terrible . kind of like smokey leather and aerosol i do n t remember this from previous samples i ve had . the taste made up for the smell though . it had a very big roasted malt taste with some chocolate tones and a nice slightly bitter balance . overall this was a great tasting porter with some b.o . issues .,aroma,0.3,0
just picked this one up and i am enjoying it chilled in my samuel smith pub glass . pours a very cloudy pale sulfur color with an enormous white headthat stays up for ever and leaves great lacing . smells very delightful just like fresh lemonade . the taste is a little disappointing it is pretty much like lemon water and nothing much more . smooth at first and then a sting at the back of the tongue before a wet lemony finish . pretty good beer but needs more flavor .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark murky brown black . no head. rather thin . s coffee caramel and burnt wood . t not amazing. some burnt flavor in there but it almost lasts too long. roasty and bitter. m watery. and lacking in carbonation . d sub par . adding this to the list of beers i wo n t but again from c m . it s watery the flavor is not good and the mouthfeel is lacking . the smell was good .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pours a clear orange gold body crowned with a small ring of white bubbles . smell candyish aroma accompanied by the stink of sorghum . of all the sorghum beers i ve punished myself with this one s aroma has been the least offensive . taste a sugary candyish sweetness ca n t quite mask that noxious repellent sorghum taste . i m tapping out i can not finish this . mouthfeel medium thin body . mild carbonation . drinkability ugh i just ca n t do the sorghum .,aroma,0.3,0
a nice deep reddish brown with about an inch of creamy light tan head . very appealing . s very chocolaty in the nose almost like cocoa powder . this is accented by a smoky aroma and a rich caramelly maltiness . fantastic stuff . t the smell indicated that this beer would be sweet but it s surprisingly dry . there is some sweetness up front but that is quickly offset by dry roasted flavors reminiscent of coffee . the chocolate is also in there giving it a mocha like character . smoke and a surprising hop bitterness come together at the end to make it dry and spicy . m smooth and creamy . medium bodied . quite nice . d for an beer outstanding . however i do n t think i d want more than one in a sitting . too rich . this is a great beer . even though i m almost totally ignorant of the scottish ale style i can tell that this is a superb example . it s malty smoky and above all delicious . i imagine this would be a good cold weather beer although i enjoyed it immensely with temperatures in the s . please do give it a try . highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
ok this has great flavor with the malty richness ripe fuit flavor but i could not get past the sweetness . there is a big difference between malty and sweet . i me this beer seemed underatenuated . i think it was too sweet even for a bock . it has a lot going for it and if it was not so damn sweet it would be on the top of my list specially at the price people are going to think that i do nothing but trash on beers but i call em as i drink em .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance light gold great clarity frothy layer of white suds ok head retention aroma skunked of course clear bottle flavor medium malt sweetness light herbally hop flavor a cidery quality finishes dryish with a vapid aftertaste mouthfeel medium light body spritzy carbonation soft texture other comments very boring and very skunky . friggin clear bottles .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pitch black liquid graced with a rich and foamy chocolate milk head . the head bubbles ominously evoking images of the contents of a witch s cauldron . good retention . lacing is somewhat shy . smell chocolatey malts currants spice and alcohol . a spot medicinal in the nose . not the beer s best attribute . taste sumptuous chocolate roasted malts and oh those currants . if it were n t written on the bottle i would have never put my finger on that taste . caramel and sugar and perhaps some vanilla . superb flavor . mouthfeel intensely creamy and warming . robustly full body and a tinge of carbonation . quite luxurious on the tongue . drinkability rather addicting really . delicious flavor leaves one yearning for more . the alcohol does n t hide in the taste but regardless this one is highly drinkable .,aroma,0.7,1
bright clean amber with moderate carbonation and a quick fading head of white leaving very little lace . earthy hops at the forefront followed by flinty esters then the malt shows in ways of baked bread toffee and caramel . overall the aromas seem slightly restrained . ahh there we go . nice nutty character with a good dose of earthy bittering noble hops drying things out quickly on the finish . toffee and caramel stale bread flint slate light acidity walnut and brown sugar . carbonation is lively in the middle leaving the palate at attention through the finish .,aroma,0.6,1
a frothy quick living white head . it does a nice job of finishing itself off very slowly at the end . the body is a hazy orangish yellow . s strong aroma of apricot complimented by banana and a hint at sugared peaches . t this is a very unique flavored brewed . it has fruit filled characters but remarkably maintains a firm beer finish . i m not sure if i can actually make out the oats in the flavor but the label indicates their presence . m the feel is light at the front and finishes with a subtle abrasion of my tongue in order to bring out a bit more flavor . while i appreciate the nice qualities found in this beer i do n t necessarily think it will be one of my mainstays . i m thinking that those beer lovers that enjoy a spotted cow from new glarus will too like this o so polish brew .,aroma,1.0,1
a amber copper brown hue . a bit cloudy with a small around of head that impressively stuck around for the entire glass . s all i could really seem to pick up on was the hops . pine and floral tones but none of the malt that the description had hinted at . t this beer had a lot of flavor complexity . i love a beer that changes as you drink it and this one delivers . if it s just come out of the fridge or in my case cooler expect a lot of hops . it ll hit you fast and hard . but as it warms up a little bit the hops get put on the backburner and you pick up on the malty flavors more . even a little bit of sweetness that i was n t really expecting . you ll definitely notice the alcohol more as it warms up as well . m like any dipa this puppy is pretty dry on the finish . this is pretty much unavoidable for the style but i still was n t really a fan . however pleasant amount of carbonation . d i would n t want bottle after bottle of this stuff too dry but i ll definitely revisit it from time to time .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a deep transparent ruby read with a full rocky tan head . light on the carbonation . the aroma is bitter spicy and of over ripe fruit . the taste is somewhat one dimensional with a slightly sweet start and a lasting bitter finish . the mouthfeel is watery with some effervescence and a lasting bite . a pleasant warming feeling as it goes down .,aroma,0.4,0
purchased at city beer in san francisco ca . presentation oz bomber with no freshness info on the bottle . poured into my duvel tulip . appearance nice deep ripe apricot hued color . smaller inch head which settles at a nice creamy rim . leaves behind decent patchwork . actually looks kinda like pty . that where the similarities end . smell still looking good . nice sugary fruity and perfumy hop nose . maybe some orange and grapefruit in the mix . taste i should have know better when i saw this was made by butte creek . ugh . the first sip took a while to decipher . kinda bitter mild hop bite maybe a touch of citrus . that was then followed by a rancid used tea bag flavor rotten honey and spoiled green olives . wtf . this is the second beer i have had that has a green olive taste.which i really despise . the other one was hitachino red rice ale . i m sorry to just rate this one two sips but i could n t get any more down without refunding my dinner . mouthfeel very light carbonation followed by a dry martini like flavor and texture . maybe rubbing alcohol should be added to the taste as well . drinkability sorry butte creek your dipa is tolerable but this is just rancid horseshit . imo . drain pour . glad it was n t expensive .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a into a point glass appearance a reddish copper collor with a nice thick head smell a very nice hop smell with hints of pine taste there was a bit of a build up for this one with those x s on the bottle i was expecting more than just a . ipa i was expecting big hop flavor and bitterness both hop flavor and bitterness were lacking and the malt character stole the show . mouthfeel had a nice malt character and slight sweetness to it just not what i was looking for in an imperial ipa drinkability a good drinking beer just didnt hold up to the style .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a nb globe . date l huge billowy off white head . fades down to normal size after a few minutes and leaves some thick lacing . body is somewhat lighter expected while pouring but looks black in the glass s oak and coffee come sweet roasted malt . t slight sweetness . bitter from dark malts somewhat dry astringent maybe upped by the oak . finish is dry ad somewhat disappointing . m too thin for my preference . not hitting the mouthfeel of a ris and surprised the oats did n t add more . seems over carbed . warming present otherwise would n t have guessed the alcohol . o overall it s a decent beer that i think people had too high of expectations for . a thicker,aroma,0.9,1
pours a hazy yelow gold with a frothy white head . smells of blueberry . sweet blueberry . like blueberry pie . like a crappy aromatic blueberry candle . taste is of light wheat malt . blueberry flavors and only lightly sweet and a tartness the smell did not hint at . light bodied a bit thin . sweet in the aftertaste but again not as cloyingly sweet as i would have guessed . not a bad blueberry ale better than i gave it credit for but still just a dull wheat beer with some extract in it .,aroma,0.4,0
a poured from a bottle to a tulip glass . had a golden yellow color and a mostly clear consistency . there was a thin amount of foamy head that quickly dissipated . no real lacing to speak of . s a nice aroma of fruit yeast and malt . t tasted of apples and yeast up front with a malty finish . kind of thin and watery without a whole lot of character . m a well carbonated beer with a dry finish . medium bodied . d a decidedly average beer .,aroma,0.8,1
this was the first bruery beer that i have tried and will try others with the hope that they will be better . appearance straw colored with a decent white head . smell tart but with a strange spoiled smell with no hint of wheat whatsoever . taste tart nothing else . no hints of wheat or any other grain . tart . mouthfeel somewhat thin drinkability this is the third drainpour i have had out of over different beers sampled . it was just very sour with no other characteristics that would give it at least some personality . the two friends i shared it with totally agreed .,aroma,0.3,0
slow to emerge mocha colored head . body dark as coffee . smell was slow to emerge but included coffee . and taste is even more coffee and curiously is missing the other commonalities of imperial stouts . frankly in fact i do n t really think this qualified as imperial i do n t see an alcohol content on it but it does n t seem too high and i do n t think it s much bolder or more interesting that a regular stout .,aroma,0.4,0
a a light amber honey color . head is one finger and stays in a rocky foam . s the dry hopping really comes through nicely . it s quite floral with just a touch of an orange juice aroma . t there s a flash of floral slightly citric hops at first but it does n t last . the pale malt comes through but a bit too much . the finish is a honey cracker one . m the body is decent with enough malt body to support the beer but it is on the edge of being woefully undercarbed . it s like heavy water . o i enjoyed the dry hop work but otherwise it s only an average pale ale for me .,aroma,0.9,1
what a great nose to say there must be gagel in this beer . strange but a good change of nose every now and then cant harm and this one is exceptional . too bad there is hardly any carbon dioxide and with it of course hardly any foam . further a full malty and spicy bitter taste with a bitter aftertaste . too bad for for foam and mouthfeel but all in all most certainly one i go for again .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer was poured from a tap into a tall glass mug . a clear amber golden color not much in the way of a head and that quickly vanished altogether . s does this beer present a nose . all i could detect was the faintest sweet aroma . t there is a pronounced dry bread flavor upfront with a hint of sweetness the middle introduces more sweetness some yeast and a vague citrus like note the finish is very lemony and then dry and just a tease of hop bite in the finish . m very carbonated light and fizzy almost soda like . d this is better than bmc but i much prefer pbr if i am forced to drink an mass produced american lager .,aroma,0.3,0
not my favorite american ipa because it seems flawed . the beer pours a slighly cloudy orangey amber color with hazy dab of yeast on the bottom of the bottle . kudos to rogue for labeling their ingredients including the ibus in the beer . the beer has pale and melanoidan malts and amarillo and willemette hops . the nose on the beer is very good with a nice orange burst type hop presence . i just wish the taste followed suit . the beer is overly bitter with a very pungent tangy hop bite and not enough of the enjoyable orangey citrus hop and estery juices that i was expecting from the aroma . the beer is medium bodied but the malts just do n t balance the hop bitterness enough for my tastes . you re left with an artificially bitter beer with not enough other qualities to offset and recommend it . i m thinking about the most tart unripe grapefruit and that s what the beer provides in terms of bittering hop . the acerbicness lasts well into the finish and aftertaste . this beer will get rid of everything on your palate leading up to it but it might be hard to recleanse the palate once again after having a few of this one .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance poured a golden amber color . head dissapated rather quickly which was unexpected . smell very little . nothing really sticking out here . this is the most obvious disadvantage about this beer . taste good . hoppy although not overly so . nothing overly special about the taste . just a good above average brew . it is built well but not exceptional . mouthfeel smooth . easy on the pallate . it would be rather easy to down several of these . drinkability overall very smooth . in my opinion if this beer had just a little more hoppiness to it it would be one of the better beers brewed in pennsylvania .,aroma,0.4,0
big thanks to monsterfat for this one . as others have noted the packaging presentation is a really nice touch with the printed box and all . vintage poured from a ml bottle into a snifter . brilliantly clear fire brick liquid soothes the senses . an isabelline crown persists and leaves luxurious cascades of sandy lacing those bubbles that stick rest atop viscous legs suggesting snow dusted mountain peaks . aroma is highly potent it hits you from the moment the seal is popped . in the glass the aroma is a superior mix of oak and malt . it is very difficult to dissect as it is much more than the sum of its parts . brown sugar high quality aged sherry vanilla coconut dense brown bread faint clove . the list goes on . the flavor suggests a blend of barrel aged beers bringing to mind the firestone anniversary releases . the flavor profile closely follows the aromatics but everything is present in a lesser degree . lots of flavors come and go abbreviated tastes of bread crusts licorice and dried tropical fruit . the finish is quite nutty and hints at leather as well . a little hot maybe from the alcohol notes but they contribute some bourbon preserved jam esters . slightly thin but moderate carbonation keeps the drinkability up . almost like an armagnac it is a beer well suited to contemplation . the oak notes contribute a great deal without becoming overwhelming brandy barrel angel s share i m lookin at you . definitely worth seeking out and sticking in the cellar .,aroma,1.0,1
bsc poured from bottle into pint glass a dark black minimal tan colored head . significant lacing . not a lot of carbonation . s not much though that s pretty characteristic for me when i m experiencing a stout . t loads of toasted malts . definitely getting the chocolate and coffee . not as sweet as i was expecting and that s a good thing . for abv it s very well hidden . m great thick viscosity . d for abv this is extremely drinkable . the heat of the alcohol is well incorporated . if this is an imperial stout it is my first and i like what i m experiencing .,aroma,0.4,0
a delectable stout shoutouts to the appropriate parties . pours a deep black glints of brown around the edge where the light gets through . plenty of lacing with a tan head of foam . spotty lace cascades down the sides . aroma is really nice for a bourbon barrel stout . vanilla sweetish milk chocolate with an underlying fruitiness from the barrel . ca n t pull my nose away a sure sign of greatness . flavors of roasted malt and chocolate intertwined with tannic oak barrel character more sweet and vanillafied than anything . easy to drink and not too heavy or cloying . very tasty stuff .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a somewhat murky peach with not much head or carbonation seemingly . very alluring aromatically strong bakery smell quite yeasty some wheat a little bit of sweet and citrus thrown in . similar taste . but the spice i was expecting was entirely absent . lightly carbonated easy to put away quickly . a dilemma of a beer to rate . if this is a witbier it missed the mark . simply not enough spice and off kilter flavors . then again maybe it s us and not bell s that think it s a witbier . fair enough but that leads to the next problem as far as i can tell winter white is completely indistinct from oberon . would love to drink them together because i think there s no more than a whisker difference . lastly there s really no seasonal panache to this . what s winter about it . at the end of the day though this is a tasty if unremarkable beer and that s what matters most .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bomber split with friends my portion into a beer mug . second time trying this beer first review . releases a viscous slightly hazy peach goldenrod body into the glass . carbonation is slight although the eggshell white head retains well as a thin veil of tiny bubbles . the aroma is thoroughly enticing presenting notes of buttered wheat bubble gum orange peel banana creme vanilla and a touch of spicy organic hops . flavor starts out crisp and sweet with a plethora of yeasty fruits like banana and orange quickly transitioning to chewy candied wheat and boozy bubblegum notes . quite a complex brew that finishes with a slightly spicy alcohol heat not overwhelming but noticeable . mouthfeel is creamily smooth and thick on the palate with a higher than expected carbonation level that spritzes up the back of the tongue . all in all a satisfyingly complex and tasty wheatwine from the talented terrapin brewers . the side projects have yet to disappoint .,aroma,1.0,1
poured brownish orange into a pint glass with nice head retention . smell was out of this world if you are a hop lover . complete liquid hop on the nose with a slight biscuit smell . the taste was not as bitter as you would expect from the nose very smooth with a thin bitter finish . pretty balanced with the use of high malt . mouth fell was a little oily with a slight metallic taste . finished nice and smooth with a buzz . this beer hides the . abv well would be good to drink on the top of a mountain and good for day hike so you can just bring one light can with you . this empty can smells chronic .,aroma,1.0,1
a copper w lighter amber hues finger milky off white head w good retention some lacing rings s banana cloves sweet t toasted malt fruity faint banana some spicy alcoholic heat dried fruit molasses lingering malt and spice in after clove malt sugars m full body and smooth creamy alcohol heat in finish d easy drinking good flavors good brew when you judge by style as for my personal tastes i d prefer a single compared to a double,aroma,0.6,1
pours clear bright yellow tan the foamy head dissipated too quickly for me to give high appearance marks though . but the smell was brilliant . very minimal hops if any a clear pronounced blueberry essence not sweet but rather dry which characterizes the mouthfeel too . almost too dry with little round creamyness . but no citrus pungence just crisp with very very light hop malt aftertaste to distinguish it between a beer and a soda . if ever there was a beer to drink with a fruit pie this might be it . highly drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
a nice dark amber color with a think head . s not a real pungent smell . .a little dank . not bad but nothing special . t nice well balanced hop beer . i like this beer . it s a good taste . not too strong but you can tell you re drinking an iipa . m good mouthfeel . nice and crisp on the tongue . o i like this beer . it s definitely my style of iipa .,aroma,0.6,1
served on tap celtic crossing memphis tn into a nonic pint glass pours a coppery sort of reddish amber color . lots of clarity here . less than one finger of soapy off white head . no lacing like at all . i m blaming the lack of foam and utter lack of lacing on a glass that is n t beer clean so i wo n t rate the beer harshly on appearance . at first i was n t getting much out of the aroma . just some very lightly toasted malts . as it warmed up the beer opened up into something erm less than innocuous . there s an ashy characteristic here that is not unlike some cigarette butts . gross . some generic ale yeast aromas show up as well . i ve never even brewed a batch of homebrew that smells as poorly crafted as this beer s aroma suggests that it is . thankfully this beer does not taste terribly . it is merely average . lots and lots and lots of toasty breadcrust flavor . some banal appley yeast flavors . maybe even a suggestion of sugar . it s pretty boring . the mouthfeel is somewhat watery but not in a way that irritates me . this beer is just sort of . there . in the mouth . overall this strikes me as a below average amber ale . not the best showing for memphis beer .,aroma,0.3,0
this is a serious review . i am not a beer connoisseur . this is a cheap beer that is good enough to drink . it is extremely poundable . no need to rinse the glass for refills the beer does not foam switched to this from miller high life good taste does n t change when warming up can drink forever or until you fall down if i have money i like wheat beers,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle poured into a pint glass . appearance light straw color with one finger of head that dissipates but not entirely does leave a little lacing . smells typical of a euro pale lager always smells a little like an aal to me except maybe a little breadier . taste much better than i had anticipated bready like i thought but the yeasty fruitiness comes through as well perhaps citrusy even . overall do n t let the lackluster smell fool you this is a very tasty lager . i would get it again .,aroma,0.3,0
a clear orange amber color with a nice ivory head that stays around for a while . s nice hop aroma with a few floral notes . t first taste is that of a sour quickly followed by a bitter hop flavor . it has a very dry aftertaste . the malt is not sweet at all . m very dry and light bodied . heavy medium to heavy carbonation d ya its pretty drinkable,aroma,0.8,1
pours out a cloudy yellow orange with a substantial white head . highly carbonated . aroma is sweet with hints of straw cloves and lemon . mouthfeel is rather prickly from the carbonation somewhat distracting . taste is slightly bready and a bit weak . on the dry side . this is n t doing it for me . the carbonation just does n t allow the flavors to linger long enough . overall sub par . overly carbonation and just not delivering on the flavors i ve come to expect from good trippels .,aroma,0.9,1
very bright orange crystal clear body a full finger of head with lots of lacing . smell is nice slightly sweet malt . right on par . begins with a very muted malt profile in the middle there s an extremely bitter taste and it ends with a very husky tannic metallic flavor . just plain not good . mouthfeel is highly carbonated crisp and clean . everything about this beer is great except the flavor .,aroma,0.8,1
got this in a bif a few years back from mymrnngjckt . unknown vintage but it s or earlier . there s a pristine best before portion on the label that ends at . served in a cigar city snifter . a a finger plus of dark tan foam settles to a thin cap and thick collar but no lace . brown body with some amber highlights when held to the light . s hmm . this is pretty bad . vinegar cork oxidation some musk and sweat odd herbs and minerals . t taste is not as complex but instead features a delightful blend of mlld sourness cardboard phenolics and minerals . some of the advertised spruce is still present imparting a minty character . m smooth creamy medium full body with perhaps a touch of grain to it . pleasant carbonation and well hidden alcohol . d i guess i should n t be surprised by this seeing as it is fantme . perhaps someone will open a delicious bottle of this beer next week who knows . in any case this was pretty terrible .,aroma,0.4,0
picture a jar of those super red marsachio sp . cherrys . that s exactly what this terrible beer smells like . the taste . well it s very similar to a bottle of cough syrup . i could n t believe that a reputable brewer like samual adams would produce such a terrible obnoxious tasting beer . i was very shocked . especially because i was having it at a sam adams tasting . oh well .,aroma,0.2,0
hooked this one up from my man craig mellor outta kalamazoo . yeah craig . beer poured a deep golden color with a small head of pure white foam . head lingered down the glass despite the absence of any lacing or mouse like head retention . aroma . probably the best aroma of any ale i ve tasted all year . amazing ester profile . what i find particularly amazing about this resurrected style is that the range of esters you receive from a wheat yeast completely changes once you boost the gravity . the spectrum of flavors a classic wheat strain produces at . . abv is totally different than the flavors created at . . . it s almost like a wheat barley wine but you get much more spicy phenolics and a unique warming sensation as a result . the mouthfeel was medium to full bodied with a slight syrupy and caramel twinge . overall for its strenght and robust flavor this beer was very drinkable . i could even see myself drinking this one on a very hot day to quench my thirst .,aroma,1.0,1
wonderful mixed aroma with qualities of malt behind the wonderful saaz hops . good frothy and creamy head that leaves rings as it is consummed . yellow gold color that is clear shows a steady stream of bubbles throughout . mixed flavors with noticeable steady malt in front through the back and finishes with a fairly long and dry finish that may be too much for some . mouthfeel is just right in medium area . this is a really nice beer . not too rich so could serve well as a session beer .,aroma,1.0,1
pour thick and a bit sluggish not like a syrup but there was n t much going on no foaming or visible carbonation release . appearance very little head which disappeared very quickly even when aggressively poured . no lacing to speak of . golor is a hazy golden straw . nose citrus and apricots dominate the nose with a faint whiff of alcohol . no identifiable hops or malts on the nose . flavor woah . citrus and apricots attack but quickly step aside to some rather high alpha hoppiness . mild caramel and candy sugar notes with a moderate alcoholic burn picking up the rear . mouth feel somewhat thicker feel though very wet initially . quickly dries out as alcohol makes its presence known . a bit of carbonation nipping on the tongue . overall not a bad tripel overall especially from a non trappist belgian brewery . this one is a bit thin on overall flavor and does little to mask the alcohol . more malts and aroma hopping is needed to really cut through that burn . i m enjoying it but given the choice between this tripel style and an authentic tripel i ll take the authentic .,aroma,0.9,1
i poured this one into a glass stein . appearance the maple colored head built to about two fingers and is velvety smooth . a nice amount of bubbles in the cap and some sheet lacing as it degrades . carbonation columns can be seen in the side of the glass but other than that good luck seeing anything else in this black body . smell i am not getting much through the foam cap . there is a little malt sweetness caramel like . i also sense some roasted quality going on . taste this is a nice balanced stout . roast is certainly there malt has been cooked almost to perfection . it is not overwhelming or lingering really long in the finish . there are also notes of tobacco and definitely anise adding some pepper to the finish . there are also hints of vanilla under everything . even a little tobacco makes its way into the lingering end of the drink . milk chocolate is in the mix as this one warms . mouth feel this is where zonker really hits its stride . it coats the mouth really well . the body is full and perfectly creamy super easy to drink stout . overall zonker has a lot of great things going on . the well balanced flavors on the palate the almost perfect mouth feel are the great things about this beer . if only the nose was a little bit better .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to vissai for the trade . batch x bottled jan per the website . pours a clear deep coppery amber with a fluffy one finger cream colored head . tons of carbonation flowing up from the bottom of the glass . head retention and lacing are fantastic . this is a feast for the nose . sour cherries a potent yeast punch and a bit of funk . a ton of fruit . with every smell i get slightly different notes . the yeast and sour give it a bit of bite but in general the smell is very smooth . ca n t wait to taste it . starts out slightly sweet and fruity with tart cherries dominating . sour comes on shortly and remains throughout rising to a crescendo in the finish . finish is smooth dry and long . my main complaint is a lack of complexity . medium light in body high carbonation but not too high . silky in the mouth somehow the flavors hold on long after the tactile sensation of the beer is gone . i suppose it forms a very thin layer that remains in the mouth . quite good . this is a great beer . the combination of sweet fruit and funky sour is fantastic . it s like a cross between a fruit beer and a wild . and i think the taste is the weakest aspect of it . wish i could drink it more often .,aroma,1.0,1
a copper fairly still average head retention . s caramel malt and wet hair . not too pleasing t a tart apple taste with the lightest caramel accent . little bitterness and little creaminess . the bitterness is mineral and mild . m light still average retention d average mid atlantic esb,aroma,0.4,0
appearance looks like an amber . not much of a head but red brown with amber and copper highlights . aroma definitely the best part about this beer . lots of citrus and a little pine . smells great . taste pretty disappointing after the aroma . there s a little bitter bite and a little hop flavor but not much malt . you d expect something spectacular to match up to the color and aroma but it seems dry and flavorless . mouthfeel feels really thin and dry . drinkability i easily drank two glasses of this and i suppose i could have had more but i wanted something else . pretty easy drinking but it s a little on the boring side . especially for stone .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from bottle into liefmans glass . a beautiful rich golden coloring . nice pillowy head that stuck around . lacing apparent as well . awesome looking brew . s wow what a nose on this beer . sweet smelling with fruity esters along with some spiciness as well . t m after the appearance and smell the taste was just slightly disappointing . typical tripel dry finish not quite the overwhelming mix of flavors that i ve had in other tripels like la fin du monde . mouthfeel was just a little too carbonated in my opinion . d high abv not apparent at all . this is not the best tripel i ve had but i would definitely like to have again .,aroma,1.0,1
pours bright clear gold with a finger fizzy white head that faded to nothing in no time fast and left no lacing smell not much here faint banana and macro adjunts taste where s the wheat . sweet caramel malt light grassy hops very little banana as a wheat this fails but as lager its decent mouthfeel medium body low carbonation almost flat very smooth and boring drinkability i doubt i would ever drink this again but it is a step up from adjunt lagers,aroma,0.4,0
poured a crystal clear deep gold with a one finger white head that had excellent staying power and a surprising amount of lacing for the style . not much in the nose just some faint grassy notes . the taste was outstanding for a pilsner which is not my favorite style especially for an american pils . grassiness with some sweet tart citrusy malt for balance finishing with a subtly hoppy bite with some good yeast in the aftertaste . very clean . good crisp mouthfeel not too much carbonation . tremendously drinkable the ultimate lawnmower beer . amazingly refreshing what a bud or even a pilsner urquell could never hope to be . i could drink these all day in the summertime . in fact this is what i would probably stock up on for a cookout . interesting and well crafted enough to please my beer geek friends even the ones who crave a cellar temperature russian imperial stout on an degree day but accessible enough to please those who usually shy away from anything more complex than bud or mgd .,aroma,0.6,1
best by november . pours a beautiful light orange w a head that stays the whole time and sticky lacing . the smell is a little odd to me very tinny almost like it was in a can . the taste is very raw and bitter. this is not a juicy ipa . the mouthfeel is exceptional very creamy not too much carbonation . the raw bitterness of this one makes it hard to drink more than one in a sitting . this is a real ipa. unique unfiltered and no gimmicks . i ca n t put it next to my personal faves but i will recommend this to anyone . the sediment seen in the bottles is normal .,aroma,0.6,1
had on tap at the rockcats game a dark dark brown with red overtones thin white head that lasted only a few seconds s some malts not to much nose here t some nice malts with a nice clean refreshing finish m thin but as expected for the style d great drinkablity from this and any brown ale . high points here . while this is not the best brown ale i have a had it certainly is a good beer i would have again . i think brown ales are one of the most sessionable ales around . see the article in the may ba mag .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a some big ass glass . appearance amber body very dark pale ale . sucha creamy finger off white head . beautiful retention and nice lacing . very appealing as it should be . smell sweet malts light hops . some skunk not sure what the date is on this bottle . taste tart granny smith apple along with some sweet caramel malts . a light bitterness lingers throughout . mouthfeel medium bodied nicely carbonated . refreshing and easy to drink . overall simple and straight to the point . like all sam smith beers it s very drinkable . this will be finished shortly .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from growler into pint glass . appearance a pale straw color with a billowing white head that dissipated quickly . smell not a whole lot of aroma maybe a bit of malt and a little bit of caramel but not much taste the taste matches the smell quite well . not much about it . at the front a little bit of sweet caramel malt . beyond that not a whole lot of detectable flavors present . mouthfeel for the lightness of the beer i felt it had a relatively nice body in terms of turbidity . the level of carbonation was just right . overall the beer could use a bit more robustness . not the best of the brewpubs brews . it would however possibly be a good brew on a hot day after doing some good work outside . its lightness would be fitting there .,aroma,0.4,0
batch number thanks to madvermin out in california . just one of the many russian rivers and great beers he sent in our trade together . thanks again madvermin . appearance poured into my maudite tulip glass after popping the bottle . two fingers of head are quick to disappear as i am left with a soapy well carbonated film of head . the beer itself looks like a sour yellow blonde color just as this beer is described as . slight hints of orange in certain light but mostly sour yellow . once settled it laces to the glass in clumps . smell smells of soured cider . so far both the appearance and smell remind me of damnation . though of course you can obviously tell that this one is not brewed with belgian yeast . slight hints of citrus brett and funk are also noticeable . taste much more sour than the smell lead me to believe . reminds me of the jolly pumpkin s i have access to here in ohio . a strong bretty sour apple taste that is carbonated and crisp throughout . there is definitely some noticeable lemon and lime on the tongue as well . very funky and delicious . i do n t get too much of the bread taste some others describe . mouthfeel drinkability sour on the tongue and back of my mouth while foamy with yeast on the roof . a medium bodied blonde ale that packs a sour punch . easily drinkable and i really enjoyed this . reminds me of eating a cut up apple soured with lemon juice .,aroma,0.6,1
the appearance is a cloudy brown looks like apple cider with lacing . the smell is great cinnamon apple nutmeg wheat and lemon zest . the flavor has an up front spice and an alcohol bite . the pumpkin flavor is mild but real buttery and smooth lots of spice and hop bite . the mouthfeel is overwhelming . the heavy carbonation heavy spice and hop bite make this a lot to handle . the bite clouds a lot of the flavor . overall this beer looked and smelled great but has too much bite to really enjoy .,aroma,0.9,1
date april glass nonstandard highball type fl oz bottle poured gently overcarbonated frothy caramel head average lacing deep brown color . aroma is . .not good . soapy coffee . that s all . taste is bland . watered down coffee no vanilla nothing exciting . i can t get over the high carbonation and bland mouthfeel . unfortunately this is just another tick on the list .,aroma,0.3,0
ha ha . watch out for this stuff . i was in a nice bar in vail and there were n t too many choices for tap beer . i started with and stuck with this because it was a perfect presentation in a tall glass . the aroma was so good . i did n t think it would kick my butt . i ended up staggering around a bit . i am glad i did n t have yet another they are so drinkable you forget that it will do you in . then again i did get a free shot of patron from the barkeep it pays to tip nicely . maybe it was the patron or maybe not but the paulaner smelled very good and went down easy .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours out a muted lemon drop color highly turgid . thin pure white head graces the beer . s oranges and cream honey lemon heather . t acidic oranges vanilla lemon twist and spring water . m much more light bodied and watery than anticipated . d the aroma was so promising but overall this beer is shooting for typical and falls just shy of that .,aroma,0.8,1
after being poured from the bottle dead guy appears a translucent amber . the head was okay with a slightly off white head . the smell is loud with touches of sweetness . dead guy has a unique taste that is over powering at first . the taste that stands out most is the hops . although there is a sweet and roast flavor to the after taste . this beer has a powerful amount of carbonation but it is generrally mild in how heavy it feels . dead guy is so strong that it was kind of hard to drink . but overall it is a very unique and interesting taste .,aroma,0.9,1
somewhat hazy dark gold to coppor . decent white head and some sticky lace . scent has a lot of sweet malts fair amount of fruit tones . some floral hops . i guess the first word that hits my mind when i taste it is english which makes some sense i guess . although bitters arent a style im overly familiar with this reminds me of some other beers brewed in england that i ve come across . biscuit malts touch of bitter hops . more floral elements arise as the beer continues to be consumed . fairly wet mouth . i dunno not bad . certainly a good session beer,aroma,0.9,1
i m kind of hot and cold when it comes to ipas . given my druthers i ll often opt for a more malty brew . stout porter lager brown those are more my speed for sitting at home with the wife watching a boxing movie . though as a friend to beer i recognize that the occasional india pale ale needs love too and so will place my order accordingly if nothing else than to keep my palate up to date . that i did n t finish the growler in one sitting is no reflection on the quality of this quaff . to be fair this particular session got started late due to the fact that we closed on our new apartment yesterday a process that has in essence been running our lives and doing its level best to ruin our marriage for the past two months . but at long last there we sat in the attorneys office filling out an endless array of various and multifarious forms . initial this check that sign here autograph there . hours later and dollars in upfront and closing fees lighter marilyn and i stood down on the street embracing for dear life . done . it is done . we are now homeowners and god have mercy on our souls . then came the loading in . our actual move is n t happening until next week but my wife thought it would be a good idea to get done what we could in advance of the movers and their truck . and so we did . we painted well actually her parents who consider themselves amateur professional contractors despite the fact that marilyn s daddy is a frigging internist did all the painting and refused to let us pick up a brush or roller . we hauled rocco s new mattress halfway across town . we took interminable trips up and down the steps of the third floor walkup we are soon to depart . we bagged clothes . we wrapped pictures in old blankets and quilts . we hauled dismantled aeki shelving . it got to the point such that by around in the evening i was beginning to wonder why we were hiring movers in the first place . at which point marilyn called it quits and we dispersed into street she headed home to relieve the sitter and me as is my wont to do at such an advanced hour i headed for our friendly neighborhood beer store . limped more than headed . heaved my mangled frame along the sidewalk in shambling strides is even closer to accurate . moving is a motherscratcher alright . and you mean we still have to do this thing for real next weekened . alas and alackaday but no more tonight . tonight we celebrate . at least i do and marilyn can if she feels like it . which she does . she puts in her order for a peche lambic and off i head limp heave and shamble . the man behind the growler counter recommends the rebellion as a classic example of the style . hoppy chewy the bite that refreshes . and so it is . just what the doctor ordered to scour my tongue clean of the bad taste three hours spent in a close room with a group of people who took our lives and drew a big black box around them entitled owe has left there . just the ticket for the aches and pains of an initial load in . spicy and sweet with hints of forest floor and well just read the common adjectives applied to ipas and you can guess that part of the review . in closing i will only add that i miss my moustache . it used to collect the foam from that first sip so finely and i would wipe away the bubbles with my lower lip and tongue sucking at the lace . and well now this is getting kind of personal so i ll just present you the image of an old timey beer drinker wearing sleeve garters in a batwing saloon tipping back a frothing mug of sheer rebellion and leave it at that .,aroma,0.9,1
have n t had this one for a long time so i picked up a cheap bottle at the local . a pours a nice deep rusty amber hue producing a finger light tan white head . falls but gives nice lacing . s i get some modest hops here . i can tell this one will be flavorfull . while the smell is lighter i get the full range oily hops oders a lot of earthiness and pine notes even a little citrus . t oooh yes i get hops . a nice surprise i did not remember is how balanced this guy is . i can get some sweet malt on the initial taste . it s very balanced . with the taste i do n t get any citrus in the hop . rather there is grassiness earthiness and some pine . a nice change from a floral citrus bombs i ve had lately . m this guy is good . it has a little weightiness on the palate which is nice . plenty of carbonation to boot . d this is where this guy shines . full flavor great mini session beer . feel free to pull a couple back and enjoy . this beer is a great value . i just thought i d re state the obvious . a bomber costs me . for that price that s almost two pints at home compared to one or less at a bar .,aroma,0.6,1
pale straw color with nice white head . spotty lacing . very clean aroma and taste classic sammy smith . great balance all around i could drink this all day . the complex grain profile makes it so delicious . finishes slightly dry . overall i dig it . for the style this is top notch . cheers . .,aroma,0.6,1
hoppin frog b.o.r.i.s . the crusher purchased this bomber at capone s norristown pa. a pours a deep reddish brown but settles into deep black with a big foamy brown head . s i ca n t detect much . slight cocoa powder and multi grain . t strong dark chocolate mocha dried cherries with a toasty biscuit malt . m bitter sweet up front with a dry body and a dry slighty creamy boozy finish . overall whoo boy strong flavors and alc . in this . would ve scored higher but i did n t detect much smell from the bottle or my special samual adams glass .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance nice brown color with a nice fluffy head theat faded out but left a lot of lace on the glass . smell nuts caramel malt some hops . taste taste of malt and nut here but does have a bitter taste all the way . mouthfeel medium body and carbonated . drinkability wish that it had less bitterness here . seems to be overpoering i think . not a bad beer have had others that i enjoyed more .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance medium yellow light amber slightly cloudy . beautiful head stayed through most of the glass . decent amount of lacing . smell actually caught me by surprise . a tad strange . balanced malt and hop but with strong notes of a fresh water stream . dare i say fresh laundry . . . almost a puzzling smell . taste right away you can taste the complexity . fine notes of citrus spice tartness all inside of a big crisp taste . nice dry finish which faded evenly . mouthfeel . round velvet good carbonation . this beer is beautifully crafted with lots of care i m sure . although i do n t know how often i would buy it but i m very glad i tried it .,aroma,0.4,0
pours amber brown with a half finger head that left no lacing smell is very faint dark fruits and alcohol taste is very boozey but in a good way rich dark fruits with vanilla and nice balance of hops and malts mouthfeel has carbonation for a creamy finish with a medium body drinkability is good for a bw i could see drinking more then in a sitting,aroma,0.6,1
a dark grainy head with good retention . color is obsidian black with low but good carbonation . s light crisp malt aroma with bitter hop flavors coming through well . t nutty malt flavor first with slight crispiness from carbonation . hop flavor is slight and grainy if at all present . exceptionally well balanced alcohol and bitterness cancel to leave subtle malt flavor dominant m lighter than expected but very creamy . cleaner than expected but heavy malt flavor lingers making drinking other lower gravity beers unimaginable after this one . d surprisingly good for an imperial stout but still cumbersome . very alcoholic so certainly is n t a good session beer but tasty enough to drink often .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at the old station house in chiswick uk . appearance is pale straw with no head at all and very little carbonation apparent . the smell is floral hopps with a nice malt note . this will turn out to be the beer s high point . the taste is bitter hops citrus notes and a very very floral finish . the mouthfeel is watery and flat . just awful really . drinkability is not good . it s just too floral . it s like drinking pot pouri . there are much better pilsners out there . give this one a miss unless you really just want to cross another one off your list .,aroma,0.8,1
am i the only one who thinks that cream ales ought ot be at least a little creamy . the aromas were fabulous . the fruit was wonderful and initially it even had a nice head . that all disappeared after or seconds when the head evaporated and i was left with a completely transparant thin watered down kool aid . the taste was n t that bad however this beer lacked any body whats so ever and was completely flat .,aroma,0.8,1
. ounce green bottle . caged and corked . not much pop when opening the bottle but the aroma just spills out . appearance of the beer is well black . like melted baker s chocolate . not much head to speak of aside from a thin oily residue floating on top and clinging slightly to the sides of the glass . aroma is of sweet vanilla wet wood molasses orange peel plum and raisin caramelized sugar nutmeg hazelnut there is something in the aroma here that reminds me of holiday fruit bread . not fruit cake but a fruit bread a real heavy oaty loaf of bread with dense chunks of chewy fruit . the flavor is much different . up front this is bitter . almost like a nice bittersweet espresso . the sweetness from the aroma is there but hanging way back . there is almost a grapefruit pungency to the flavor . a pungency actually that seems to completely overshadow the other flavors one might expect from the aroma . i wonder did the high abv knock some of the flavors around . other notes in there are of molasses dark coffee baker s chocolate oatmeal and some spices like cinnamon and nutmeg . overall this beer is interesting . not great but not necessarily bad . it s just that whatever hops are used in combination with the chocolate roasted malts just is n t balancing well . a big beer in terms of abv indeed . but when it comes to flavor this one falls a bit flat .,aroma,0.8,1
ok. a little history . i like oak in my beers . i brew beers with oak . oak is a good subtle character when used right . owen s ipa is an example of oak used wrong . here the beer is all about the oak and nothing about the beer . the beer starts off with a nose that is a mingling of hops and sweet vanilla and spicy wood from the oak . the beer is cloudy with hop haze which gives and indication of how much the oak softens the hop character . now here s where get to the problem with the beer . every sip is filled with the sharp drying spike of tannin . this beer has more tannin than your average cabernet . this is definately due to the treatment of the beer in the brew . namely they boil the oak which leads to the tannin overload . in my book this beer is a rare miss for an otherwise steady brewery .,aroma,0.7,1
this beer pours a pitch black body with a small off white almost tan head . nose is oh my fucking god chocolate . this smells like a combination of the greatest cup of pure milk chocolate chocolate milk or hot chocolate with touches of espresso coffee dark burnt coffee beans and pure vanilla beans . taste is full full full milkshake full bodied full bodied . waves of milk chocolate toasted espresso beans dark chocolate dark toasted malt and a very present mild citrus bitterness that flows in and out of the chocolate flavor . alcohol is mildly warming and it s surprising how well hidden the overall alcohol content is . you ca n t even tell this beer is . an earthy hop bitter flavor lingers on into the finish . these big chocolate beers fight a battle with the bitterness that distracts from the chocolate flavor and this is no exception . probably one of the best chocolate beers out there but the bitter citrus quality fights a battle with a milk chocolate throwing it out of a balance a bit . still . . like i said probably the best chocolate beer i ve had to date .,aroma,1.0,1
it pours an amber brown with plenty of carbonation . a bit of head that quickly dissipates . the first whiff reminds me of band aids . it really does . a bit of oak smell in there somewhere . the taste brings about some brown sugar and a lot of boozey taste . hard to pick out flavors because it is n t very complex . there is a bit of a smoky flavor at the end . it is pretty smooth in the mouth fairly thin and quite sticky . a pretty easy drinker for nearly but the quality of beer would keep me from wanting more .,aroma,0.4,0
good ol mickey s malt liquor . poured into a standard pint glass . supder duper clear body that is straw to golden in color . about a half inch of head . some alright lacing left behind . smells of minerals and cereal . that s about it . tastes of grain cereal corn and a hint of sugar . no hops . kind of like coors light only a little stronger . quite light in body well carbonated . standard macro american type lager feel . pretty easy to drink . one of my favorites in college .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours a clear amber color with a nice two finger head that lasts quite a while . some moderate lacing remains in the glass while finishing . smell mellow caramel and sweet fruits . taste caramel and ripe red fruits make this slightly sweet but there is a nice balance of mild orange citrus and a soft spicy bitterness . pretty flavorful compared to others in the style . this bottle seemed quite fresh . mouthfeel medium bodied . lightly dry and crisp at the start but leans towards smooth at the finish . caramel lingers in the aftertaste very briefly . drinkability wonderful . great session beer . try some .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle with no bottled on or freshness date poured into hair of the dog tulip reviewed on . a pours a clear very light golden color with whitish head that leaves some nice rings of lacing around glass . s pale malt and yeast practically no detectable hop aroma . t sweet pale malt and honey some yeast maybe some herbal hops . m fairly smooth medium body with low moderate carbonation . o if you are going to call a beer an ipa you need to be able to smell and taste the hops this beer is lacking big time in the hop department . its not a bad beer if i were reviewing it as an english pale ale it would have gotten much higher marks but if they label it an ipa i will review it as such .,aroma,0.4,0
the colour is pale copper the two finger head is white . some thick lacing . the smell is fresh and hoppy with some sour hints of wheat . citric american hops some creamy sweet notes and a touch of yeast . the taste is as expected a bit bitter and hoppy with a light note of sourish wheat . the hops are fruity apricots orange peels cumquats . the bitterness grows with a distinct metallic off flavour . body is rather weak . the aftertaste is sweet with citric hints and a touch of metal . the carbonation is medium strong with lots of very small bubbles the liquid is light .,aroma,0.8,1
a very black with a thick brown head that retains somewhat and laces a little . no highlights or translucence just deep blackness . s a very inviting blend dominated by the belgian yeast that gives the smell a dominant banana bread aroma . underneath is roasted chocolate malt light vanilla and citrus providing good complementary variety . t certainly all of the flavors from the smell are there but rather than presenting themselves they are piled on top of each other . the roasty malts are most present . imagine mixing a lot of your favorite foods in a bowl and eating though it does n t taste terrible the flavors do n t seem to complement each other or have any order . not very enjoyable in its current state but hopefully the flavors can mellow with age . m medium carbonation but some thick smoothness that does bring forward the chocolate and citrus that the brewer is going for and complements the medium full body . d as mentioned above the flavors work laboriously on the palette and the high abv work against the drinkability of this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pours a pitch black color with a huge head too much in fact though the retention is good not much lacing surprisingly smell dark chocolate rather sweet with a hint of coffee taste sweet dark chocolate up front the same in the middle and in the finish obviously not much complexity mouthfeel a real problem here as the medium body is overwhelmed by fizzy carbonation that prickles the tastebuds drinkability the mouthfeel mars what would otherwise be a decent though not complex stout,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle into a tulip glass man did this one fool me . poured a beautiful clear amber . head was above average for a trippel . fruity mallty and yeasty im loving the smell . hmmmm . the taste is there but i feel like im swallowing something very astringent . would have been alot better if not for that aftertaste,aroma,0.7,1
oz bomber into chimay gobblet round degrees . deep black color with just a hint of merlot color on the edges . solid fat finger tan head fading to film and plenty of lacing . smell is pretty tame i got sweet milk chocolate vanilla and a whiff of piney hops . taste brings out a heavy mouthful of roasted malt depth more of an unsweetened chocolate than the smell a touch of the soy sauce quality and a leafy bitter bite in the finish . good yang to the smell s ying . very nice smooth mouthfeel quite creamy throughout with the bitterness pulling thru at the end to keep it from being dessert thick . the alchohol is simply not present making this tasty puppy a really pleasant surprise . big bold flavorful and complex . just as advertised on the bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle into a pint glass . appearance huge head from a fairly vigorous pour . lacing sticks pretty well in round clumps and rims the glass . head stays at about . the body is an orange amber brown mix with a good amount of bubbles floating to the top . smell holy christ where is this coming from . this honestly smells like a perfume i ve never had the pleasure of taking in . some citrus and piney hops yes but what else is there roses . some kind of flowers i m unaware of . also some sweet cherries in the mix . this is incredible and maybe the most singular and wonderful ipa i ve ever had the pleasure of imbibing in . i also get a bit of cinnamon and vanilla . this is beautifully sweet and startling in the oddest possible way . taste in a way this is probably not for a hophead as the hops are slightly subdued . however the malt character is definitely present and is the dominant variable here in the brew . still the hops provide a slight bite and an interesting sour and bitterness upon the finish which is also nicely dry . mouthfeel a good balance of carbonation and slightly thick maltiness . i wish there was a tad more carbonation but this also allows the coating of the mouth which i think contributes to the finish a little better too . drinkability what a surprise though i guess with the winter warmer i was also very impressed . this is below superior but i love the fact that this is original and the aroma is out of this world . one of my new favorite ipas . thanks for bringing something fairly new to the table lancaster .,aroma,1.0,1
upon opening the bottle you receive a pleasant aroma and on pouring the smell is obviously even more intense . first impressions are that of a true oatmeal stout however the mouthfeel and taste aftertaste beg to differ . the appearance is that of a stout nearly pitch black however this one does present some amber tones on the glass edge when held to light . head is thick with nice lacing but not completely creamy like you would find on a guinness or samuel smith s . the taste is immediately chocolately with a smell of oats . the mouthfeel is actually kind of weak and bitter surprisingly given the pleasant look and smell of this beer . drinkability is still above average . there are certainly much better oatmeal stouts out there than this one but sampling a pack should go down just fine .,aroma,1.0,1
tasted on tap at the brewzzi brewpub in boca raton fl on and . fairly standard clear straw gold color with a low white head . strange hazelnut and medicinal aroma . almost soapy . the fruit flavors in here are just not right and are most certainly extract based to the point that i could n t even pull out what kind of fruit they were going for . light bodied but not clean or refreshing . not good at all . they are ruining a perfectly good boca blonde lager here . per brewzzi website seasonal beer . starting with our boca blonde lager hints of apricot blueberry peach or raspberry are added .,aroma,0.2,0
i d have to say that this is probably one of the better malt liquors out there . the colour gravitates away from thin piss to a vitamin rich colour like if you take vitamin e or something . the taste is fine but the smell is god awful once it gets above deg f .,aroma,0.3,0
i do love alts . but i tend to like them on the smaller side . but cain and ebel have n t let me down yet . and they certainly deliver on this one . it manages to have a lot going on while remaining quite quaffable which to me is what alts should be all about . it is fairly dry kicking off with an acidic chocolate tingle on the tongue with a strong earthy blast of noble hops . the finish is light and powdery and just a tad bit sweet . every time i take a sip i notice something different . strongly acidic black patent chhocolate earthy hops sweet malts so good . one sip it is like a good german pilsner and at another like a robust english porter and at the next like the doppelsticke it is . a great great beer .,aroma,0.7,1
the beer pours crystal clear straw golden in color with a gigantic billowing white head that is at least fingers tall . i ll have to give this one a few minutes to settle down . the aroma is full of clove lemon sweet malt and belgian spice . the flavor is unexpectedly sweet but the clove and spice are spot on . there is also plenty of belgian candied sugar and vanilla . the body is solid with tons of carbonation . i would have liked for a tart dry finish and the sweetness is a real turn off . the other aspects of the beer are great but i keep coming back to the sweetness . i kind of wish this was only a oz bottle instead of a bomber .,aroma,0.8,1
this year s version is called aces ates and is sold on tap and in oz bottles . purchased at earthfare for . . in the year or so since edenton brewing became big boss bottled product has been appearing at a slow pace this is the popular raleigh breweries first single bottle offering . pours an oily dark black with very little surface foam . coffee and bittersweet chocolate are the dominate aromas . the flavor is outstanding with dark roasted coffee evolving from a sweeter front taste . the coffee flavor persists through the aftertaste combining with a mild hoppy bitterness for a perfectly balanced finish . i really adore the low carbonation of this brew this allows for a thick nearly chewy texture . great stuff .,aroma,0.6,1
courtesy of akorsak . much thanks . batch a hazy light amber colored with light carbonation and a white head . s great smelling beer . c hops and american malts . potent nose . t again lots of c hops . spring water light roasted malts finishes kind of like a wit beer with a bitter kick . this beer is a real beaut . m the carbonation is right but the body is just a bit thick for me . boarderline sticky . d great beer absolutely delicious with the delicate touch of a masterful brewer . highly recommended . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
a nice beer . golden in color with a thin bright white head . alot of blueberry in the nose but not so much in the flavor . i m assuming extract was used as that extract character is one of its characteristics . otherwise pretty decent with a nice basic sweet malt taste although i thought it was a little heavy on the bitterness . the finish is a bit dry but that bitterness may help to keep it from becoming cloying . enjoyable .,aroma,0.9,1
this is about the crappiest beer i ve had come out of the uk . i sampled this in naples it . it actually still was a lot better than the heineken i d been subjected to on my cruise . produces two finger thick head great lacing with a golden clear body . arid dryness in the aroma skunky and slightly metallic . rich grainy taste with hints of corn and bran like flavor . heavily carbonated and kind of syrupy . maybe a little oily . seems like a novelty beer and just meant to get you schnockered . very mediocre .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle poured into a dogfish head pint glass a blood red . amazingly dark red no head retention after a minute of warming . white froth that quickly dissipates . t nutmeg cinnamon clove and roasted pumpkin seed . this beer is too bitter and lacks real flavor depth except nutmeg and overly cloved spice . this is crap for an imperial pumpkin ale . i am really let down . well it s flying dog so i take that back. ohhh snap. m moderate carbonation relatively clean reasonable mouthfeel lacking a nice thickness of top tier imperial pumpkin ale s . this is quick fast racy cloved and dirty . a lingering back palate spice bite . o this is a the worst imperial pumpkin ale i have had and this is number maybe i was spoiled by having southern tier schlafly weyerbacher and heavy sea s . but a crap beer is a crap beer . when your expecting something spectacular and you get this you get pissed . i am so glad i did n t buy a r of this .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a medium copper color with low carbonation and an evenly thin and creamy layer across the top . s earthy and slightly grassy with toasted caramel . nose is very weak and there s no detection of hops anywhere . t light roasted caramel foundation throughout the entire sip that s slightly earthy and a little bit grassy . bitterness does n t set in until the very end which is in the form of assertive pine and some grapefruit bitterness . sweet caramel and moderate lingering piney citrus aftertaste . the alcohol is well hidden . m heavy medium body and prickly carbonation with a slightly smooth and creamy texture . o balanced for a d ipa but the blend of flavors on the palette goes from malty sweet to really bitter and there s a separation between the two would like to see more of a blend the nose is also completely dead . i m hoping this is an older bottle but would be willing to give this one another shot .,aroma,0.3,0
poured from a oz bottle into a sam adams perfect pint glass a pours amber with a one finger off white head . retention is good and settles to a thin layer that remains on top of the beer throughout . light lacing . s herbal hops sweet fruit and graininess feels a little light in the nose t m hop bitterness nicely balanced with malts . light citrus tones . medium to full bodied and slightly chewy . nice level of carbonation on the tongue . d a well crafted brew that will certainly appeal to a wide variety of people . i always appreciate a tasty brew that is sessionable .,aroma,0.6,1
i had a bottle which i poured into a glass . i did n t decant to try and remove the yeast i swirled the yeast just like a hefeweizen and added it to the glass . the spicy taste and the saltiness came right out when i drank the beer . i liked the taste . very little hop bitterness . i found it easy to drink but the saltiness might get to some folks .,aroma,0.6,1
i m a big fan of yuengling . i moved to the mid atlantic in never having tried it before and have been a fan ever since . plus it s such a solid alternative to so many of the bland and mass produced american style lagers out there . it s not a great beer and there s no real aroma worth writing home about but it is crisp and often refreshing . it wo n t impress too many knowledgeable beer drinkers but i do n t think it s trying to . it reminds me in a sense of shiner bock which i used to drink lots of in texas although they do n t taste a lot alike . they do however present themselves in an unpretentious and dependable manner . it is n t fancy but it is credible .,aroma,0.4,0
wow i was shocked when i tried this beer . i was expecting the flavor of heineken lager which i do not care for but it was not the case with this beer . this beer was totally different . taste was very sweet and nutty . since it is a dark beer i was expecting some sweetness but i could not believe how sweet this beer was . i drank this beer twice since i really do like it . i did however get a slight stomach ache afterwards . was n t sure if it was the beer so i drank it again another day but got the same feeling in my stomach again . weird because the beer tastes great . i would definately drink this beer again if i did n t feel sick after drinking it .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance poured from a ounce bottle into my . liter weizen glass brooklyner weisse pours a decidedly orange ish amber color cloudy with delicious yeast . a moderately aggressive weizen pour with swirl yields a three finger off white head which recedes fairly quickly to a thin cap . i d liken the overall appearance of this one to schneider weisse both are considerably more amber hued than most wheat beers . smell awesome . a powerful bouquet of bananas bready yeast and something approaching brown sugar . this is among the best smelling hefeweizens and thus best smelling beers i ve encountered . nice work . taste also wonderful . as should be the case with hefeweizens the flavor follows the nose . bananas yeast wheat bread and sugary malt . great stuff probably my second favorite american weizen flavor wise . mouthfeel a little disappointing . i m starting to get the sense that the water supply at the brewery may lead to an odd wateriness or a hole in the mouthfeel of many brooklyn beers . carbonation is crisp fine and appropriate to the style but the carbolic bite is followed by an off putting emptiness that arrives at the same time as the malt flavors . strange . drinkability mouthfeel notwithstanding this is an easily drinkable brew suitable for consumption year round if you ask me . likely to be very versatile with food this beer is highly recommended . if you like traditional bavarian wheat beers you ve got to give this one a try . i suspect this one would be even better on tap as nearly all hefeweizens are .,aroma,1.0,1
it looks good but so do all russian imperials . it did n t smell like much which is dissapointing . i look forward to the roasted and hoppy aroma of russian stouts but this one did n t come through very well . it starts sweet but has a very dry finish . the beer has a distinct prune tone . i was also a bit dissapointed in the lack of body on northwind it could used a little more heft . the drinkability was fine . not a bad beer overall but not a good example of the type .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bomber poured into a pint a a dark cola brown topped with a finger off white head with good retention . a good amount of light passes through this is not an extremely dark ale . fair lacing many small bubbles intensely rise off the bottom of the glass at first . s not much nose just a light whiff of toasted malts . t deep roasted malt flavor and a slight sweetness . slight hop bitterness comes through in the middle but the finish is more of the rich malt . much more flavor than you would expect based on looks alone owing the lighter color . m full body offset by curiously intense carbonation . it works though giving a clean finish . o very drinkable deep roasted malt ale of interesting appearance and genuine flavor .,aroma,0.6,1
look the beer pours a nice deep red colour with a nice not long lasting head . smell vinegar and candy cherries taste sweet sweet cherries almost like the candy ones you give to children . mouthfeel medium carbonation sticky and syrupy . overall this beer is too sweet unbalanced lacks all sourness and bitterness in the taste . tastes like cherry soda avoid,aroma,0.3,0
decent pour with a nice black color and a nice tan head that goes away but leaves a nice ring and some decent lacing but less than normal for the style . aroma is nice and hoppy first with a touch of roasted malt . taste is hops up front more of the spicy herbal hop flavor with a very roasted malt flavor maybe a little too dry for my liking within style but different and good at the same time . mouthfeel is thick like a stout but not as creamy as a typical ris . drinkability is ok as it is a little too dry for me to have more than one .,aroma,1.0,1
clear light copper color was nice but this beer was very overcarbonated and took me about minutes to pour . as a result the head the thick and clumpy and lasted fairly long . the best part of this beer was the nice grassy hop aroma dry hopped with fuggles . beer was too light bodied for an ipa and there was really no malt balance present . had a spicy hop character and finished very crisp and bitter around ibu according to michael jackson beer club .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer pours a rich amber color with very little head and its appearance was not very reassuring as it did not promise me a very pleasant beer experience in my near future . quite syrupy looking . aroma was caramel and copper . flavor is so carmel y as to be cereal y with some other off notes i could not quite identify . mouthfeel is tremendously too thick . struck me as being quite like a bock i would n t like . i would not recommend this beer which i bought at three cellars in franklin wi .,aroma,0.7,1
a deep amber . with not much head or lacing . nice color . s pine hops and a touch of citrus . bit of sweetness but bam hops . t taste is the same . no real malts to it but alcohol is n t detectable . pretty bitter and hoppy . unbalanced but still pretty good . piney hop juice . would be better if more balanced . m d oily mouth but decent carb . pretty drinkable,aroma,0.9,1
appearance beautiful dark amber very clear poured with a nice tan head . smell this bottle does n t have to strong of a smell smells somewhat nutty and roasted but very faint . taste mouth feel very smooth finish but not too thick taste not as strong in the nutty and caramel as i was hoping or expecting . overall not the beer that i was hoping or expecting wish it was a little thicker .,aroma,0.6,1
this is an excellent wheat brew . it pours bright cloudy yellow with very little head . served with a lemon . the beer in itself was quite citrussy . it had a fruity flavor that did not overpower the wheat malts . cirtrussy in the mouth but very drinkable . very good .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bomber into a pint glass . slightly hazy orange amber with a weak layer of white head . some coagulated proteins in the bottle that settle to a thin layer at the bottom . sugary sweet hoppy aroma . floral and fruity hop presence with strong peachy gummy candy elements and a sweet malt backing . flavor is fairly distinct from the aroma piney resiny oily hop bitterness throughout . hints of peach and citrus precedes a stiffly oil hop bitterness in the finish . light medium mouthfeel with a medium high carbonation . finish is slightly unbalanced and hurts the drinkability but everything preceding it is incredibly pleasant .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a dark amber semi transparent with about a inch head that does not last for long . looks o.k . s aaah . yes the smell . first thing that came to mind was sierra nevada . strong pine and earth spice smell followed by a nice hop sensation . smelled great . t was a bit disappointed by the taste . in the mouth it was exceptional . can taste the forest and earth tone aspects . however the aftertaste leaves something to be desired . i was really hoping for a nice bitter hop or pine aftertaste and it never really came . d good drinkability . very refreshing and enjoyable . overall just to damn similar to a sierra but not as good . a respectable second place is nothing to be ashamed of however .,aroma,0.9,1
a clean amber colored beer has a small off white head . the aroma has a promising grapefruit hop note up front . with a earthy spicey background . the taste is at first a light citrus . followed by a light smooth caramel note . the finish is sharply bitter almost to the point of astringentcy before showing a light flowery perfume character .,aroma,0.8,1
bought a case of oz bottles at bella vista in philly for about . poured into an imperial pint glass . appearance slightly cloudy dark orange color . a finger of off white head recedes to a thick ring around the outside of the glass and a thin layer of small and medium sized bubbles . the head is maintained but there is not much lacing . aroma . absolutely incredible bouquet of floral and fruity hops . pineapple grapefruit and orange rind . there is a faint sweet booziness with a hint of caramel from the crystal malts . taste . the taste follows the aroma but not quite as potent . slightly sweet floral hops up front with bright fruit flavors like grapefruit and mango . an very orangey middle gives way to strong pine flavors in the finish . the slightly sweet caramel flavors also emerge in the finish but are still dominated by the bitter slightly resinous floral hops . speaking of bitterness it is slightly perceptible but smooth . it balances out the slight sweetness well without being overpowering . there is great harmony here despite the huge tropical fruit flavors . mouthfeel medium to high carbonation for the style and a somewhat prickly mouthfeel . not overly carbonated but lively which plays well with the fruit flavors . the bitterness and especially the floral hops linger a bit and coat the mouth . drinkability . this is incredibly drinkable for nearly being a dipa . the huge flavors are still palatable in big gulps as there is little apparent ethanol . i have been drinking a lot of this due to having a whole case of best when fresh ipa but still feel guilty like i should be savoring it . i ll be looking to try this on draft asap .,aroma,1.0,1
got this in a trade from travisd . i just realized how high the abv is . maybe i should n t be drinking this at in the afternoon . appearance ooozed slowly out of the bottle into my pint glass . thick syrupy looking and totally opaque black hole fits it well . a tight brown head creeps up for just a minute before diving back down into the darkness . splotchy remnants of the the head float about on top and there s an ever so thin halo clinging to the sides of the pint glass . smell pungent . the smell invaded my nostrils as soon as the cork was popped . distinct molasses and bourbon aromas can be detected from a few feet away . up closer there s a lot of dark chocolate black coffee bready malts and dairy . the initial bourbon smell seems to be fading in fact the alcohol seems to be hidden pretty well . with that said the smell is good but nothing surprising . taste whew . tons of tart berry like flavors overwhelm the palate . reminds me of black cherries cranberries and blackberries . a little bit of a merlot taste in there . those flavors are followed shortly by alcohol and then burnt malts coffee and some dark chocolate hop bitterness . unique yes . enjoyable no . mouthfeel very thick and heavy with a dry finish . somewhat syrupy but very volatile stings the mouth a lot . very warm as well surprise surprise . drinkability i love russian imperial stouts but this is a borderline drain pour for me . taste is mouth puckering and abv puts a fire in your tummy . got better as i drank it but probably just because i had developed a buzz . too much sugar for me to handle . proceed with caution .,aroma,0.8,1
poured form . ounce bottle in a snifter a has a massive head that is light tan and airy deep brown that is opaque . s chocolate yeasts and some sweetness . t belgian yeasts up front with a nice mellow back drop of chocolate this beer is balanced complex and awesome . m highly carbonated giving a light body d this does not taste like a beer that is amazingly smooth,aroma,0.6,1
pours a cloudy amber that clears as it settles not much head at all . wow there is definitely a hop presence but it s not overpowering . this is what i think an apa should be . i m not sure i can imagine a better example of this style . the smell of th ebeer is of subtle hops again nothing to over powering . the hop flavoring stays with me throughout including a lengthy aftertaste if i have one complain against this beer its the aftertaste . i wish it would n t stick around as long . the abv is ok for the style unfortunately the price is more than snpa and even more than torpedo in most stores . as a result i m going to have to go with torpedo as the better beer unless i m in a session drinking sitation .,aroma,0.6,1
stopped at town hall and grabbed a beer before meeting someone . saw this on tap and was bummed that i missed the regular festivus the last time i visited . that being said i was disappointed . a a dark brown bodied beer with a slightly tan cm head that faded very quickly . as i got closer to the bottom of the beer it because less opaque and light broke it s way through . a thin ring remained for the majority of the beer and the lacing was sporadic but still weakly covering a small amount of surface area . s raspberry chocolate . with the raspberry being the bigger brother in this case . the chocolate was sort of fudge like . the coffee aroma was not as big as expected . then again i never did taste the base beer . t this is really smooth and drinkable . the raspberry s intensity slowly fades into the finish where it becomes slightly tart . the fruit element is fresh tasting and is n t a distraction to the beer as the chocolate is apparent too . m light medium bodied more light bodied . the subtle carbonation still made for a creamy mouthfeel but more viscosity would have been nice . d damn good beer and a good example of fruit not ruining a beer . i want to try the base beer now but who knows if that will ever be around . chocolate raspberry in a great,aroma,1.0,1
no i did n t buy this in moscow . if only i could be that lucky . it was hand delivered from the states a little american island in the pale lager ocean that is russia . it poured a cloudy orange copper color under a one finger off white head with big bubbles decent retention and nice lace . the nose is surprisingly mild with just a hint of mild flowery hops . the mouth is medium bodied and well carbonated . there s a touch of sour orange . and a bit of tinniness amongst all the flowers and bitterness . the finish is all chewable hoppy bite while the aftertaste has a touch of the sour and the metal . this is not as smooth or hoppy as many ipas but certainly enjoyable .,aroma,0.6,1
bring on the raspberries and brown sugar . that s what i get in the nose . fresh hot bowl of oatmeal delivered fresh to your nose with dallop of caramelized brown sugar and a heaping of fresh raspberries . a deep burgundy purple color it almost looks like a shiraz . very low hop flavor this beer is dominated by sweetness . it lends a cloying and viscous mouthfeel one that does not sit very well with me . i love the complexity and uniquness of this beer but it tastes too much like a wine cooler for me to love . i just ca n t handle all of the fruit . i d love to see a hopped up version of this beer . but hey i m jaded .,aroma,1.0,1
i m not going to bother with a pour here . it was a . sixer whilst low on dough . s funky skunky hops and cereal grain . t extremely astringent tasted like sour tea must be tannins or something . bubbly and boring i think there was some corn adjunct in there too . m wasser water d ya you can pound em but why waste your liver . their new slogan cold as a mountain stream watery as a sailor s grave .,aroma,0.2,0
vintage bottle april after pouring this beer had a thick two inch head and beautiful chocolate caramel color . the smell is the best part of this beer . it sweet and refreshing almost like woodchips or taking a walk in the woods on a brisk fall afternoon . upon first drink the extreme hops and alcohol content are apparent . also it sticks to the roof of your mouth it does this less as it warms . the alcohol is not yet well incorporated into the beer and combined with the hops makes this very difficult to drink . i would expect this to taste better with age but wo n t know for sure until drinking the second bottle two or three years from now . drinkers beware this is one tough beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a its a murky red brown cant see jack through it . off white one finger head sticky thick lacing on the sides of the glass . s fairly nice nutty brown scents dark fruits fig and raisin . it borders with some of the nicer browns and its not too sweet so i rather enjoy the smell . it leads you to believe theres a nice beer underneath . t blah . watered down flavors im really not getting much out of this one . to me its a brown that never quite made it i know its an irish red . lackluster malt presence and boring figgy blah . . blah blah blah . m i just feel like i added a glass of water to an already boring beer i dont get anything out of this . d ill finish it but i might take a nap in between .,aroma,0.7,1
reviewed a day later from notes . poured from a ml bottle into a large glass tea coffee mug . date code unknown . orangish gold and very cloudy body topped by a pillowy ivory head of foam . good retention and smooth soapy lacing . light malt pilsner . wheat and faint coriander aromas . a little one dimensional but still pleasant . very light malt coriander again and a faint orange flavor on the palate . wheat a touch of lactic tartness and slightly lager pilsner like in the finish . good straight forward flavors . highly effervescent soft light bodied yet full in the mouth terrific . easy drinking i had a second bottle right away and refreshing . i enjoyed this a lot during a weekend camping trip in summer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured an . oz bottle into a chimay chalice . served at f per packaging . a rich chestnut body . beige head vanished too soon leaving only a small ring of foam in the center . s light soft yeasty bread . perhaps banana . very pleasant . t this is too light for the style . faint dried cherries and banana . slightly sour on the finish . it opened up a bit after a few minutes and seemed to benefit from pouring the yeast sediment into the glass . m smooth lush feel . thinner than i d like . d hides the very well . i d enjoy another but would rather sit back with the chimay red or white labels . this is a good beer but not what i want from a bsda .,aroma,0.9,1
pours into an oerbier tulip with one finger of white foam . body has a very high level of clarity with streams of carbonation aplenty . color is a pale golden tone with some visible suspended sediment . cooked vegetable aroma papery stale grains hay . really nothing good . maybe this is a very old bottle . flavors of dried pineapple belgian candi sugar pilsner malt pepper and honey at the end . a metallic note also lingers in the finish . fortunately the buoyant carbonation keeps thinks light and airy . lingering suds are creamy in a distinctive belgian way . slightly astringent but against the carb and creaminess it reminds me of a saison . hard to finish not many redeeming qualities . maybe it improves with freshness but this seems to be a discontinued item in illinois so i wo n t be trying it again . purchased march at friar tuck in springfield il . i mistook the bottle for the higher rated grand reserve which also is n t worth a second thought . frankly the best use for this is to use the bottle for homebrewing or as a flower vase .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a year old bottle into a snifter glass . this was my dessert last night at thanksgiving . a a dark brownish color that is almost black . a very thin light brown head rests atop the dark solution . no lacing and very minimal carbonation . s creme brulee . yup . the nose on this beer is amazing . loads of vanilla caramel cream butterscotch and a tad bit of roasted malt . t again you bought this beer to taste like creme brulee and it does n t disappoint . like dipping your mouth into a fresh dessert . loads of vanilla butterscotch caramel sweet cream . a bit of roasted malt flavors let you know it s still a beer but the sweet dessert flavors just keep coming . not as much bitterness none in fact after aging this for a year . finish is rich sweet sticky . m full sticky rich some alcohol . d here is where this beer suffers . they should sell this in ounce bottles maybe even ounce bottles . this stuff is hard to have more than half a glass at a time . overall amazing what st does with their specialty beers this is no exception . a great sipper to be shared with friends in small quantities . next time skip the dessert and grab a glass of creme brulee you will enjoy it .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle into a standard pint glass . a clear light copper in color . thin white head that kinda sits there for a while and forms a lacing . s strong grassy piney hop aroma with notes of caramel malt . seems to be heavily dry hopped . i like it . t bitter pine hop flavor hits first with a little bit of relief from the malt but it never really helps balance the beer altogether . there really is n t much of a body to this beer which gives it a somewhat watery character . m thin watery mouthfeel . i expected a bit more out of this brew . there s no bottle date anywhere to be seen on the packaging but it s relatively fresh . i ve had better esbs .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pours a very pale yellow with little to no head . smell cooked corn is predominant . but other then that there is really no smell . taste very watery followed by some cooked veggies and some malt . this beer has crisp finish to it . drinkability i could drink plenty of these no problem . the taste mirrors the price . i guess you really do get what you pay for . overall a very poor beer .,aroma,0.2,0
. oz . . vintage . appearance pours a deep stunning mahogany speckled with active carbonation that leads to a fingers worth of tight white head that rapidly settles . aroma brandied pears and carmelized sugar on the verge of burning . taste mouthfeel proclaimed to be a liquid ode to richard the lion heart as an excuse to use this lame name and it backfires on them because big dick ai n t all that tasty . this somehow manages to impart hot fusel alcohol flavors at only abv coupled with an odd unripened grape sensation sends this one down the drain .,aroma,0.8,1
clean clear and golden w descent head for an adjunct . smells grainy w a slight aroma o piss . tastes mostly grainy w a hint o hops . cold it is nice and crisp and carbonated . you got ta drink it cold though unless you re plugging your nose and shotgunning hahah . i can take these down all day .,aroma,0.4,0
bought six minis for three bucks a looks like light pee from when you drink some water s metalic corn smell like other american beer t nothin much little corn no bitterness very water but it is refreshing though i might add when served very cold m feels like the mineral water you get at the store from france d overall if its hot and you want to mow the lawn and get a cheap buzz pick up some of this great for bar b q s,aroma,0.4,0
pours slightly murky brown with a lingering tan head . aroma is hoppy with some sweet malt . flavor is a little disappointing . seems very highly attenuated which gives the beer a very dry character . hops are nice and there is a pretty good roasty sweetness but the dry somewhat astringent character overpowers . finish is nicely roasty and sweet . body is quite thin esp for a beer of this strength .,aroma,0.8,1
pours clear gold big head . flavor is the a typical adjunct lager . dirty slightly metallic and uninteresting . cheap in price and quality . no no no . this is not the type of american beer you want to take a page out of the book of . nice enough packaging . very bad beer .,aroma,0.3,0
une bire de ma rgion natale la belle et majestueuse rgion de charlevoix . c est la deuxime bire de la mbc que j ai pu goter et elle ne m a pas due une bonne noire pas aussi releve que la trois pistoles mais pour une petite microbrasserie c est un petit bijou .,aroma,0.9,1
dark porter with a cherry hue . nice thick foamy head that lasts . sweet malty molasses aroma . full malt flavor with a sweet finish and the slightest hint of licorice . no noticable hops.the mouth feel of this beer lingers afterwords . a really nice porter from sam adams .,aroma,0.6,1
nice looking black pour with a small dark brown head . smell is rich caramel and roasted maltiness with a distinct dairy sweetness . a bit of citrus seems to be floating around as well as some vanilla and cocoa . taste is odd and actually quite off putting . the sweetness is a killer and there is also a metallic note that is just poor . not feeling this one at all . mouthfeel is medium bodied . not drinkable this one is a chore to drink .,aroma,0.8,1
i got this as a sixer from grub mart in jacksonville . poured once again into a pint tumbler . a poured an orange copper with a thin bubbly head . not bad to look at . s floral hops raspberries candied grain and spices . t very sweet due to the candied raspberry flavor . a bit of malt follows and confuses me . m a bit watery but it is crisp due to the carbonation . d i am not a fan so i ca n t drink it . one of my buddies swears by this beer but this one is not for me .,aroma,0.7,1
the colour is gold the white foam slowly sinks down to a finger thick firm head leaving some lacing . the smell is quite stale in fact . old bread some sweetness and lots of wet paper . the taste is almost as bad artificial notes of wet paper rye bread cheap margarine . the aftertaste brings some notes of maize oil bitter herbs and hop extract . the body is weak . thankfully the flavours are overall mild . the carbonation is average for the style small bubbles . the liquid is a bit creamy . avoid this one .,aroma,0.3,0
pours to an orangish copper color with an off white head . the aroma is like thanksgiving dinner total pumpkin pie . the flavor is like biting into a piece of pumpkin pie with the pumpkin pie spices like cinnamon . it is light in body and easy drinking . a definite must with thanksgiving dinner .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased at trader joe s in san francisco ca presentation oz bottle with a code on the back label . poured into my radeberger pils glass . appearance for a pils this is about as perfectas you can get . golden yellow color bit fat white creamy head and excellent lacing . smell well i guess we ca n t give s all the way down much less s or s . this one had a heavy pils scent with a big puff of skunk that came out as soon as you opened the cap . kinda smelled like a bad saison . taste considering the smell i was a bit scared to even touch my lips to this one . not bad not good but about your average tasting pils . hits you with the malt and grain and then dies out . mouthfeel nice average carbonation . drinkability the scent kinda ruined it for this brew . if it was n t for that it would be a semi decent fallback pils . i guess if you plugged your nose it would be ok .,aroma,0.4,0
a not to bad looks like a typical macro straw yellow color but with a slight orangeish hue . nice finger head but it does n t last at all ad theres no lacing . s malty smell along with some grain smells and a corn husk smell . t bad what else can i say . metallic sweet sugary finish . not much flavor at first but the finish is just god awful . m yet again no body to this really bad . d i m not sure i can even drink a whole one . i would have drank this in high school to get drunk but now its just way to bad . this is horrible one of the worst malt liquors i have tried . the aftertaste just makes you want to pour out all of it . will never reach for another one .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance crystal clear . huge head . best part of this beer . smell nothing . i mean nothing noticeable here . taste not too bad . good balance between hop and malt flavors . slightly sweet . mouthfeel medium bodied . drinkability this would be excellent on the beach . i think it suits its market as well as those heat loving houstonians such as myself .,aroma,0.4,0
served in a dogfish head snifter . i was expecting a bit more of a foreboding label based on the name . oh well the mysteriousness works too i suppose . the beer pours an opaque black brown topped by about a finger of tan foam . the nose comrpises a surprising amount of hoppy florals and greenery with some roasted malts hanging around in the background . this is more of a pale ale s smell than a stout s . the taste holds notes of chocolate syrup molasses roasted malts brown sugar and near the end a strong but still understated bit of hoppy bitterness . though the bitterness threatens to steer the situation away from impy stout territory it is restrained enough to allow the stoutness to maintain its dominance . the body is a nice heavy with light carbonation and a smooth chewy feel . overall a good bit o brew but not one i ll necessarily refer to as great . a good one timer .,aroma,0.6,1
presentation poured a clear bright gold into a oz tumbler . there was a decent sized head but it dissipated quickly and in spots . it was not a heavy head at all it was more like little oxygen bubbles rather than volatiles . the scent showed very heavy adjunct character like rice and corn . it was somewhat sharp . it was n t the most pleasant of aromas . tasting despite my concerns about a possible skunking due to the green bottle on the floor display this actually did n t taste bad at all . hints of corn and grain are present on the tongue . there was little aftertaste to this beer . this does n t taste bitter on the tongue at all instead it s rather smooth . this is a very easy beer to drink . it goes down pretty fast . overall this is pretty good as macro beers go . i give it a thumbs up .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at t arendsnest in amsterdam . name caught me . from notes . a slightly hazy golden blonde colour . medium visible carbonation and a fluffy ice cream pillowy head . good rings of lacing and filmy retention . s delicate yeast character with same sort of hop . gentle and fruity . the word delicate comes to mind . t yeasty with lemon and a nice really fruity hop . a little bready . there is grape and pear there too . m medium carbonation light body and a nice dry bitter finish . o d good for a belgian influenced american ipa . does n t rank among the best from europe but it s refreshing in the evening and i enjoyed it .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a deep dark red . almost black . nice tan head . dissapated to a ring . looks thick . aroma is almost straight bourbon . malty barlyewine wine aroma . caramels . chocolate and dark fruits . taste is rich . almost too rich . tons of bourbon malty caramel and dark fruits . pretty intense . mouthfeel is super thick . good carb though . overall i m glad i m sharing this one . it s super heavy and i would not be able to drink alot . tasty though .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at thirsty monk south in an oz . goblet . the powerful blast of cherry and almond aroma is all i get out of this beer . can someone say maraschino . the beer sadly does not live up to the overwhelming cherry aroma . in fact all i taste is cherry with just a lingering of chocolate on the back of the tongue . what happened to the beer .,aroma,0.9,1
a true and clear golden ale look with a large light tan head that has a good strong retention . s a very light scent in general but the coriander spice fragrance comes out with a slight clove banana type aroma . t has a truly unique flavor . a lot of spice comes to play in this beer . the coriander is very strong but it is blended with a flower and banana clove flavor presented over the backbone of a wheat ale that is the basis for the other elements . m very creamy and almost thick hold with a bitterness on the tail end that lingers . o this beer is n t one i could drink consistently but it is a very good flavor loaded beer . probably best enjoyed on a rare purchase basis but a great belgian ale .,aroma,0.6,1
comes out of the can a see though orangish copper color with an ivory foam head and dispays decent retention . the smell is quite pungent . i can smell the glass from a foot away . danky . . huge whiffs of citrus hops some pine needles are detected as well . sweet caramel malts are picked up in the nose but are nothing in comparision to the huge hops assault . the hops offer up a resiney scent . nail polish is also in the mix . the flavor is quite interesting to say the least . it is very hop foward understatement . even though the typical citrus pine hop flavors are present the bulk of the flavor is very unique for this style . i get some sort of a spicy meaty tomato like flavor . this is easily one of the most unique and bitter beers i have ever had . . and i freakin love it . the feel is light to medium body . it seriously drinks like it has a much lower abv than percent . the hops oils make it quite slippery and oily going down . moderate levels of co . i enjoy the uniqueness of this brew . it was easy to finish or . however my palate is officail wrecked . i must now go brush the loose enamel off of my teeth that the hops scraped off .,aroma,1.0,1
i bought this beer for right over a dollar at a german store where everything was expensive . my friend and i both bought a bottle and both were skunky . it tastes a bit like rotting plants which is better than rotting meat . it also does n t have a beer texture . there s so much head that it just bubbles in your mouth .,aroma,0.8,1
a deep copper color with a full fluffy yellowish head . very nice clarity . s let me just check the bottle one more time . .yup double ipa . where are the hops . do n t get me wrong there is a hop presence but i would n t be able to distinguish it from a basic dry hopped amber ale . light bread and malt . t m grainy and misguided . there is a strong english barleywine characteristic . the malts seem way to strong and the hops are shadowed . i am not really sure where the double ipa is hiding in this but i am not seeing it . a un fermented sweetness lingers and i want the big hop dryness to come in and save it but there is no help . the finish is very lager like . d i am not sure how to take this . if it were a craft amber ale i could probably look at this with some envy but it is lost as an iipa . not a good direction for specher .,aroma,0.4,0
good and enjoyable if not outstanding . color is a dark amber with a hint of red not much head . aroma is weak but inviting . flavor is decidedly malty very smooth without any bitter aftertaste . this beer is better on tap than from a bottle but i suspect most ales are that way .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a beautiful though very slightly hazy saturated amber with a solid two finger head . aroma is powerful though not overbearing . piney resiny hops are dominant yet there is also a good helping of pineapple tropical fruit and caramel . a good dose of alcohol lies underneath it all . flavor and mouthfeel are rich and luscious . there is also a serious amount of bitterness cutting through it all . the same resiny fruity caramel characteristics follow through on the palate . bitterness and alcohol linger and those hops wo n t let go . by the end of a bomber this beer can get to be a bit much but it is obviously well made .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a light straw color from the ml give or take bottle served at the restaraunt in boca i tried . not much to zilch in the nose . there are some citrus notes in the beer and it s a pretty refreshing wheat beer . not much in the way of hops certainly not as tart as one would expect from the style . the mouthfeel was decent compared to patagonia s other offerings but average at best as a whole . i would drink this over say blue moon if those were the only the choices . otherwise there s a lot better to be had even in buenos aires if you hit the brewpubs and specialty wine shops .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a hazy copper hue with a half finger creamy white head after a fairly aggressive pour . s my first reaction from the smell was a bag of crushed malt . if you have ever homebrewed you ll know what i mean . it just smelled like row pale malt . i said that was my first reaction but as i go back for more that s still all i get . t taste is mostly caramel and base malts still the base malt comes through just as much as in the aroma . not too much hop flavor or bitterness . some slight pine notes also a taste similar to onions . does n t taste too much like an ipa . though i suppose i have been used to west coast ipas for the past months . m medium bodied smooth beer good carbonation finish is where all the bitterness is in this beer . it finishes with a nice piney bitter taste not too dry either . d this is a tasty beer but it just does n t seem to fit ipa . the aroma also threw me off a bit . the can does say all malt on it so i m assuming they tried to get it to be more malty than normal ipas i just think they overdid it . the aroma is nothing but malt and not even specialty malt it s all base malts . i feel that this beer should be reclassified or have a little more hops added .,aroma,0.4,0
serving bottle into an ale glass . a poured a slightly cloudy copper color . not much head to speak of . not much carbonation either . underwhelming really . s smells of cinnamon and brown sugar and maybe ginger . a hint of alcohol . very nice . t on the malty sweet side . brown sugar taste is evident with a hint of ginger and spice . unfortunately that s really all i taste here really . m sort of flat reminds me of a beer that was left out too long . burns a little bit from the alcohol too . not so great . o another reviewer said this was a european attempt at a fiour loko and i can see what they meant .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a very pale yellow with a tint of orange . little head that sticks lightly . looks like a budweiser with decent head . smells grassy and little hoppy nose very faint and un impressive . tastes slightly bitter grassy and earthy hops are present gives way to one of the worst aftertastes from an ipa i ve ever had . mouth is medium crisp but the taste bothers the finish i bought a six and will probably let them sit for a while before i finish it off just a pathetic ipa really .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a pitch black with a big bubbled finger tan head . reduces to a constant ring with an intense fizziness like a soda . the nose has some awesome coffee tones atop its big dark fruit aromas of prune raisin chocolate maple dark caramel . the hops are barely noticeable while a touch of yeasty chalkiness sneaks in there . the palate is medium bodied with that huge carbonation making the brew explode in your mouth big roasted malt a moderate bitterness and flavors of coffee caramel and prunes . the finish is long and roasty . overall it s not a bad brew but that carbonation is waaay over the top . i m serious when i say it fizzes like a coca cola . and for an imperial stout the brew is n t all that complex with regards to its aromas and flavors . drinkable but middle of the road . i d say just to make my stout with all barley next time .,aroma,0.8,1
beer sampled at eastern oregon dong dudes of northwest grog we will bock you . tasting barley brown s . . . light gold a bit hazy body white head multiple streams of carbonation quick dissipation and a thin ring of foam around edge of glass . there s something wrong here wet cardboard obviously oxided overpowered any aroma and flavor nuances . while i m not sure we would have enjoyed this re the wheat after being pounded by brown sugar prunes raisins etc we all noticed this was one frigging boozy monster . the low light of the tasting . another of my big deviation beers the booziness reminded me of founder s devil dancer and while their are proponents of both of these beers i m not one of them . pass .,aroma,0.4,0
oz brown bottle poured into a pounder style glass . the head is easily managed . copper body with uniform carbonation . wet cardboard type aroma and fairly bland overall in the nose . thankfully the taste is better than the smell . this brew hangs on the sweet side of the house and it delivers pretty much what it advertises . the raspberry flavors make up the body of this brew and it has a honey like sweetness . you can still pick up the beer ale characteristics but at the end of the day the raspberry extract type taste is king . the label states the brewery was founded in montana and they also have a brewery in colorado . notes while not a beer i enjoyed all that much it hits the marks without being offensive to the palate . fairly light and easy to drink . all that being said its not one i ll be pursuing .,aroma,0.3,0
poured this oz . can into a samuel smith tulip pint . a brown mohagany body held a creamy three fingers of head made of tiny nitrogen driven bubbles . a inch cap of foam remained throughout . strings of lace remained on the sides . smell was very faint . malted grain was minimally evident . taste was of light hops bitterness and sweet roasted maltiness . slightly nutty . sugar cookies . very mild flavors all . mouthfeel was very thin . i expected so much more from the looks of this one . you would think you might need a spoon for this beverage but it s richness was as thin as water . i will not likely try this one again .,aroma,0.4,0
this brew poured a very small head note this brew was poured for us and may have had the head poured off of fine to medium sized bubbles and a carbonated transparent straw yellow body . it had very little malt aroma if any . it had a mild hoppy initial taste that smoothened in it finish . it had flavors of bread and yeast .,aroma,0.4,0
a clear yellow pour white head that quickly fades to nothing.slight grain aroma.a little bit sweet standard pale lager flavor but not gross like so many others some detectable hop hints at leasst.drinkable . i would opt for this over many american pale lagers .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours an opaque golden hue with limited head and noticeable lacing s apples bleu cheese cherry pie dominate the aroma surprisingly . i m curious what hops are used in this one to generate this sort of smell . citrus and grapefruit as it warms . t very sweet especially for an ipa . again strong apple flavor . definitely very fruity . plenty of hop character but i still ca n t get over how much the fruitiness dominates this brew m plenty of carbonation and medium bodied o honestly i do n t know if this is great or infected . i ve never had anything like it . seems too sweet for an ipa and i m not sure what to think . definitely unique but i think the tell tale sign is that i would not pursue this one again .,aroma,0.9,1
a very orange in color maybe a hint of gold orange color to it . but very orange . s hops . citrus and tropical hop smell that blows you away . it smells great . t the taste didnt exactly match the smell but the taste was good too . all hops and no malt taste really . hits you a lot of hops too the citrus is there but it tastes more bitter than you would think . m very light drinking beer . only knock i would have is the amount of bitterness left on the tongue its a lot . o overall a great ipa that smells amazing . definitely another good ipa from ohio .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a snifter revealing very black opaque body under a thin layer of dirty head some lacing and ribbons . i love the intense inky color . smells rich and sweet with a nice peaty smokiness to it . lots of caramel and vanilla maltiness . nice scotch kick . tastes lighter than expected and with an incredibly strong scotch presence . the malts are light and watery on the tongue and give way easily to the woody peat and liquid smoke of the barrels . slightly sweet but not as sweet as the smell would betray . mouthfeel is light bodied and watery with a thin but prickly carbonation . some alcohol warmth but more a memory thereof than anything else . for an old ale i might have expected more of something to the beer itself but it is certainly well flavored and decently drinkable . overall it s nice . i tend to prefer the richer old ales but this is light and refreshing with a good barrel character .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured in a snifter a holey caramel color like a bourbon but lighter . it just looks good . modest head some frothy tracing across the top nothing special . medium carbonation . s sort of a bitter fruity aroma . take your pick of cheery apricot stem even a little plain old grass . t early sour cherry notes very surprising . later absolutely tons of raisin in particular but also rum . fruity not quite the bite you ll find in most abbey ales . wonderful lingering aftertaste something like a bit of mashed apples . m d dominant raisin character in aroma and taste . not too puckery despite the initial sour cherry hit . fruity but not crazy sweet either something inbetween . this tasted much different from my first undocumented attempt at the holy sheet . both tastings have been enjoyable but quite different where the other was more like your traditional belgian abbey if a bit more sweet candylike . i d pair this with a dessert something sweet most ideally to round out the flavor . as far as basic food pairings maybe some salmon salad or sushi alliteration yikes . as a baltimore transplant clipper city has grown on me . i had a fantastic hop on cask the other afternoon at max s which is worth revisiting . this is their one beer i ve truly enjoyed both times i ve tasted it inconsistent flavors but both were enjoyable .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage thanks to j paco look pitch black and totally opaque with a inch tan head and no real retention smell hints of dark chocolate molasses and fudge taste i am not sure why everyone praises the flavor of this beer because the beer is a sweet sugary mess . it is so sweet that it makes it hard to drink . i hate overly sweet stouts and this beer is that way . i will say that for there was very little alcohol notes maybe due to a bit of aging . mouthfeel the beer is very very think and low carbonation overall to be honest this is not that great of a beer the flavors are just such a train wreck,aroma,0.8,1
this beer pours ridiculously clear with tons of carbonation that forms a rather impressive rocky head that settles slowly into a fairly dense layer of foam . this is a real good lookin beer unfortunately it gets worse from here . first the aroma is kind of bubblegum like and grainy . next the taste is sweet and grainy with an unpleasant bitterness in the finish . this fat weasel tastes more like a strong european lager than an ale with a grainy and bitter fusel alcohol laden finish . forgot whatever anybody else says about this beer it is nothing more than a bad malt liquor masquerading as an ale . i d sooner drink haffenreffer private stock instead of this crap . overall the fat weasel is good for a fairly cheap buzz but only if you like your beer grainy and bitter .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a very opaque and muddy brownish red in color . no head forms at all on the pour . you can immediately pick up some fruity tones upon popping the cap . that s where the positives cease . this tastes like a fruity alco pop . very fruity and alcoholic . like a cheap bottle of mad dog . medium mouthfeel and a somewhat cloying aspect . i love my boys at founders but they severly missed with this one .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a rich golden orange with a mighty white foamy head . the aroma was that of tart yeast and that distinc lambic mustiness . subdued floral hops were present in the background . the beer had a very sharp bite and was very sour . the carbonation added to this citric acid intensity which finished with a minerally bicarbonate taste . ok i m ending this review before this beer makes me sick . this is not a pleasant belgian sour ale but hardly drinkable in my opinion . imagine red bull without any sweetness you re there .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a murky borwn with some red hue with absolutely no head to speak of here but was expected great aromas of cocoa some sugar cookie dough and orange with some noticable nuttieness.a real sipping brew here and fruity to the hilt big orange flavors along with some sour cherry and i have to say it does have this vodka and cranberry flavor to it the first i have ever experienced that in a beer as the beer warms a real nutty presence come out as well.a nice before bed beer very enjoyable and exremely complex .,aroma,1.0,1
got this in the wintry mix variety pack at the grocery store . poured into pint glass . pours slight off white two finger header which immediate and steadily reduces to one finger . continues at slower pace to reduce leaving slight lacing on glass before sitting on top of beer s surface with centimeter thickness that remains through duration of tasting . on examining this brew i notice the color is an amber ruby light mahogany . smells like sweet cinnamon at first followed by strong aroma of nutmeg that dominates any other existing aromas . reminds me of mincemeat pie . taste reminds me even more of mincemeat pie . lot s of flavor with same strength . no one flavor stands out . flavors include nutmeg cinnamon and syrup . malty flavor makes appearance as the beer warms to room temperature . medium mouthfeel that s too heavy for sessioning but light enough to down in sitting .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a lightly coppered color and was topped off with a thin white head of foam . the aroma is deep and rich with caramel butter toffee figs and other fruits . the aroma makes you think this will be a rich and luscious beer but i was disappointed with its watery body and complete lack of depth . this is a lightly flavored light bodied beer that has a slightly fruity sweet finish . not bad but nothing to write home about .,aroma,0.8,1
woah . beer had been resting in the fridge for a week and had not been roughed up on the way to the lab but as soon as it was opened it was out of the bottle and all over the place . thankfully i was able to save most of it . so it pours a clear dark amber colour with the aforementioned vigorous head . aromas of toasted malts and a bit of caramel . some resin and an almost sweet mint touch . toasty maltiness dominates the palate . not as hoppy as i thought it may be which is a good thing in my books . a better balance . medium bodied . not overwhelmed with this one .,aroma,0.8,1
i m shocked thhat this beer has got some c scores . looks okay but lacking in colour dues to the day brewing process i imagine from the lack of flav our . no smell no taste but a little sugar and so heavily carbonated that by the time i finnished i wanted to do a barney gumble style burp . yuk .,aroma,0.2,0
this thing poured a pretty hazy golden with a foamy white head . the smell was n t nothing spectacular very malty and that s about it . i could n t smell the fruit at all . but it was definitely there in the flavor . it was just a hint of cherry nothing overbearing and very delicious . i m not a huge fan of the fruity ones but this one was subtle enough that it was very enjoyable . bell s does it again .,aroma,0.6,1
ok so i had to try this given its prestige . well it pours like a flat macro . with a chili pepper in it . i cant get by the fact it looks like a turd in this beer . smell is awful . burnt tortilla chips with salsa juice on them . soaked in ass . taste is way better than i thought . spicy tastes like tortilla chips and salsa juice . my friend loved it . medium mouthfeel ok drinkability despite the taste . ok reflecting on this beer . it s bad . not as bad as i expected though i m not too sure what i expected . definitely an experience however . i can see this being useful in a good beer battered fish fry recipe like a spicy twist on it . otherwise avoid unless you are a masochist or want to play mean jokes on people .,aroma,0.2,0
hooray for being available now in maine . smells roasty like coffee . toasted malt and dark chocolate flavor . no trace of alcohol in the nose or mouth . creamy mouth feel . unbelievably dark head . slight flavor of nuts smoke stronger flavor of roasted barley . some hops that make it taste more like a very dark chocolate .,aroma,0.7,1
a the pour is a nice pitch black color with a huge tan head on it that rises to three fingers high and holds excellent lacing and retention . s the smell is a little muted in my opinion . sort of a basic smell to it with a small amount of roast . not much more than that . t the taste is a nice roasty note to it as well as some of the guinness silky chalky taste to it but not nearly as bad as regular draught guinness . there is a light hop presence to it as well . m nice and smooth . a really excellent mouth for a stout . creamy without all that nitrogen . d this is an excellent beer . worth checking out for sure . the draught guinness i hate and extra stout i liked but prolly would n t buy again but this is worth a repeat purchase . try this one at least .,aroma,0.4,0
pours dark brown with ruby highlights . topped by a large foamy beige head . decent lacing . nose has some nice roasted coffee notes . taste has echos of that roasted coffee but not enough and precious little else . mild hoppy aftertaste . very watery mouthfeel . could justify a five for drinkability becase there is so little resistance but will grade it a since my desire for another is eh . for all the porters that veer towards stouts here is one that seems to be a very dark brown ale . there are not enough porters in the marketplace but there are many better examples out there .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to ryan for bringing this rarity to the seaoffloydster tasting on march th . a belgian inspired strong dark ale aged in bourbon barrels with sour cherries and brettanomyces . sounds in vein of a cuvee de tomme i m excited to try this one and compare . wow very dark color with hints of red on the sides and a thin ring around the glass . dark fruits brown sugar not as bretty as i thought this would be . i could n t really detect much funk in this beer or sour cherries . maple syrup a lot of sweetness toasted malts and hints of chocolate . smells really good for a belgian strong dark so i ll give it that but the brett and sour cherry components were just not there as i thought they would be . no off aromas to hint at what i m about to taste . harsh upfront and somewhat oxidized sweet malts and fruits in the middle then an astringent god awful flavor . a bit metallic in the end as well . was this a bad bottle . could have been but the aroma was n t bad so i have my doubts . if i ever get a chance to try this again i will update this but this beer was a disappointment glad i got to try it though . medium carbonation . could n t get through all of my sample .,aroma,0.8,1
if you ve never had founders and see it on the shelves buy it . it s one of the most solid brewers in the nation and their centennial ipa is right in line with their solid reputation of brewing quality beers . pours of a rich dark yellow brown flavor . smell is very hoppy almost like smelling flowers . taste is very entertaining . many different flavors hitting your mouth . have one and enjoy . not a beer sort of beer .,aroma,1.0,1
the ascension fills the glass with a golden yellow color and cloudy appearance and almost no head . the aroma is almost non existent i could not pick up any distinct flavors in the nose at all . the taste however is sweet at the front of the tongue with hints of very floral hops almost flowery with a lingering bitterness at the back of the throat to remind you that this beer is an ipa . the body is less than full with a fleeting mouthfeel this is definitely a beer that can be sipped and followed by several others over the course of an evening .,aroma,0.4,0
l dark brown some light gets through . creamy beige head . lots of lacing s prominent aroma is a hard to describe variety of hoppiness . there seems to be an almost plastic or soapy smell going on that is unpleasant . t everything kind of melds together but is n t really complimentary . some sweetness up front but not very strong . bitterness sticks around a bit but is mellow . not as roasty as expected for the color . m somewhat light for . finish is n t quite crisp but not sure of a better word right now . o overall batch is a little better than average . i think it has started to go downhill peaked maybe around months . need to try another bottle before being sure though .,aroma,0.4,0
purchased by ksullnh at ledger s liquors in berkeley ca . a finger of fine lacy head . clear dark brown inviting . s metallic a twinge of alcohol very little aroma . more malt smell as it warms giving it a caramelly nose . t rich bready and caramelly m smooth silky even,aroma,0.6,1
the second in my series of mexican macros . a light clear yellow body looks like pee . fluffy white head decent retention . s i swear i ca n t smell anything . maybe some light corn like aroma t minimum . some graininess corn slight sweet fruit flavor . m light mouthfeel borders on crisp slightyl dry finish . d well its not offensive . not much to it . boring but easy to drink .,aroma,0.3,0
found in a mix a six section to finally get this review monkey off my back . used to buy this all the time for summer bbqs right after graduating from college but have n t had in some time . pours a translucent light amber with reddish hues . not sure i ve ever put this in glass before . little foam remains with active bubbles . robust cherry smell that is fantastic . taste is almost all cherry wheaty malt underneath . mild hop close . odd taste finishes . overall good beer especially for the summer .,aroma,1.0,1
this is a light caramel apple juice colored brew which gives little in the way of head or smell . it tastes of light but full flavored caramel malt with a unique robustness there is a subtle apple fruitiness and spicy hops clench the finish . very drinkable . there is definately something special about this beer but most days i d take a sam smith nut brown for about the same price per serving .,aroma,0.4,0
big thanks to my brutha steve in the nati who s been shopping there for homebrew supplies for years . more of a really dark brown than a pitch black . the tan head took a look around and decided it did n t want to stay . very clean aroma of bourbon and some licorice . those both are present in the taste which is pretty good . i was expecting it to be a little more boozy . smooth for . . more thin than i like or expect from an aids . strong beer overall . i m looking forward to trying some more listermann beers .,aroma,0.9,1
just bought this at sun devil in mesa az on their new display out front . too bad this is such a horrific beer . pours a thinnish brown with minimal head . smells of smoke and burnt coffee . tastes of coffee but with a horrible sour taste . i was able to take about three swallows before this went down the drain . what a disaster of a beer .,aroma,0.6,1
light reddish brown elixir with good clarity and no lasting head . light whiffs of fruit sweetness and sprinkles of hop . medium malted body hits first . tangled with bitering english ivy herbal and growing in bitterness . morning glory floral impressions lightly stroke the afterglow . a silky body delightful balance medium texture and bit o bite . good drinking all around i say . very bad stoned .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter the beer pours with a ton of foam from the corked bottle . cloudy hazy pale yellow gold color . the head settles into a thick white foamy and frothy two inches . aromas are lemon citrus and light spicings of coriander and nutmeg with a toasty character also . pineapple and mango aromas release as the beer warms . flavors are light and mild with a blended fruit background and very light toasting and nutmeg spicing . smooth and light in mouth with a spiced crispness on the finish . the aftertaste is very mild with pineapple and peach balancing a peppery bite . much milder than i was expecting .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a hazy lighter golden yellow with a very dense head . head has great retention and leaves some very nice lacing . s smell is awesome . tons of tropical fruits pineapple apricot and grapefruit a bit of sweetness coming through from the malts . t follows the nose really well . a very nice hop forward beer . hops are citrus grassy and earthy . just a great beer . m medium in body and carbonation . d found this very easy to drink and recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
wow this is one craptacular brew . talk about skunk in a bottle . even when i just cracked the bottle cap a huge waft of skunk came out . the cooked veggie taste is definately there . definately not worth the price at . a bottle . the only highlight of this brew was the apperance . it had a nice head that lasted a little while and then thinned out . other than that the beer was nasty and i definately know what to stay away from . makes you wonder what their sub premium lager tastes like .,aroma,0.3,0
ale pours with an attractive dark brown color and ample with head . head disappears quickly without much lacing . aroma was an incredible with scents of spicy dark bread . taste was dominated by rich earthy malts with slight stings of alcohol at the back . mouthfeel was rich without being cloying and was smooth and drinkable . i am not very experienced with this style but am very glad i saved this for the last year or so . as with other reviews i m sure this ale would have improved for the next several years . wish i would have bought more .,aroma,1.0,1
a poured kind of hard and got a really big light tan head on a cloudy orange amber body . s a balance between sweet caramel malts and grass and pine hops . the hops do n t jump out at you much at all . hint of alcohol too . t nice fruit juices from the hops . balanced out with a malt body . the fruit juices really come out nicely with just a hint of pine in there too . leaves a nice big bitterness all over the tongue . alcohol tickles tongue a little bit but overall it is well hidden . m medium full body . a little bit on the chewy side too . nice smooth carbonation to it . d not a huge fan of the aroma but other than that it is a really nice beer . i love the fruit juices in it . imo it s more of a blend between a ipa and dipa . a one and a half ipa if you will .,aroma,0.6,1
a if there was an ice tea flavored jello i think this is what it would look like . white head sits low in the glass . s sweet and complex on the nose . honey orange zest and chinese spice . touch of clean alcohol and fresh bread . t opens sweet with yellow raisins and honey . a pine bitterness is loaded throughout the profile . light malt character on the backend coddles a soft alcohol note . m medium light body . the finish carries a rolling bitterness and the malt that balanced the ending alcohol note slowly fades to give way to a brighter boozyness . o not a bad dipa but id say its about average .,aroma,0.9,1
head and and color are a generic good but nothing special for a quality beer . the smell is interesting and the taste more so . there s some hops a little citrus and some pine . the particular mix is unique but somewhat clumsy . the taste is memorable but not for any particular characteristic and dulls after a while . the mix is a solid choice of flavors but not remarkable . the bottom line is that it s enjoyable worth a try . a note of caution the burps are kind of funky another reviewer said this has a pine tar smell which is somewhat accurate . the smooth pine taste that went down comes up as a blast of air that smells like firewood that s been sitting out for a few months . it s not as disgusting as it sounds just a suprising change in flavor .,aroma,0.9,1
it sounded interesting so i figured i d give it a try . pours a dirty yellow color with a quick fading white head . aroma was n t bad oranges yeast and some lemons . the mouthfeel on this is very carbonated and like seltzer . overall pretty thin . the flavor is pretty weak as well with some orange coriander lemon some spice and maybe mango and overall wheaty and acidic . tastes like a combination of fruit juice and seltzer water . which is n t good . i ll give the belgians a mulligan on this one .,aroma,0.7,1
sun king was barely even a blip on anyone s radar prior to the great american brew festival . winning a medal in eight different categories at the festival four gold three silver and one bronze has certainly changed that . so when i had the opportunity to visit the brewery on my to cincinnati for a weekend trip with the girlfriend time was made in our schedule to make a quick pit stop and fill our growlers . merely seconds from in indianapolis sun king brewing is stationed in an unassuming white washed brick building located in the cole noble neighborhood . an aztec inspired logo and orange lettering painted high above the parking lot on the side of the building are the only markings that a functional brewery resides inside . when we rolled through there were three specialty beers on tap colt an american lager westy coastal lager a california common and wee muckle a wee heavy scotch ale in addition to their four year round house offerings bitter druid an esb osiris pale ale sunlight cream ale and wee mac a scottish ale . wee muckle big brother to wee mac was one of sun king s gold medal winners at the great american beer festival . we stuck around the tasting room for about an hour but had to get back onto the road . the only beer we did n t have the opportunity sample was the westy coastal lager but we left for cincinnati with two growlers full of osiris pale ale for plus tax on a friday . osiris is clear light orange in color with a frothy off white head . the aroma is anchored by citrus notes but is floral earthy and piney as well . the pale ale is complex in regards to smell but when it comes to taste the beer is a clear departure from the nose would lead anyone to believe . both growlers were overly carbonated giving the beer a taste similar to that of tonic water . as the carbonation level mellowed out the typical pale ale flavor profile was there orange grapefruit and biscuity with a piney finish but it s bitter from start to finish overwhelming the pallet to the point of being abrasive . maybe my expectations were high as a result of all the buzz surrounding the brewery or maybe the issue with carbonation ruined my drinking experience but i ca n t help but feel osiris missed where it mattered most . sun king s flagship pale ale could benefit from more balance between bitter and savory components .,aroma,0.9,1
a appearance is just bad it s closest to either polluted pond water or perhaps very light weight used motor oil . it s a dark brown with tons of haze . head and lacing were good which was it s only saving grace on appearance . s aroma is quite pleasant with lots of wheatyness along with a strong malty sweetness . t an interesting mix of wheat tea and smoke . lots of smoke on the front tea notes in the middle and all wheat in the aftertaste . m mouthfeel is smooth and thick at the start but thin at the end . the wheat coats the mouth . overall . interesting . for anybody who really enjoys wheat beers this will be a standout . i ve never had a wheat that combines the smoke and tea elements . worth trying .,aroma,0.8,1
shared a bottle of this with pghlee at the brick store . thanks lee . poured copper colored with a thin head that settled to a thin swirl on top . the smell was very promising with wonderful aromas of sweet bready malt with banana clove and a banana bread finish . unfortunately the taste was far more washed out exhibiting none of the richness found in the aroma . tastes very bready and a bit heavy but wihout that bread in the oven quality found in the aroma . grainy a little thin and with a metallic zinc like taste up front followed by a light sweetness and a touch of banana bread on the finish . fairly highly carbonated but somewhat thin . lacks a bit of richness . this is okay overall but there are a number of other fest beers out there i d choose over this one . also what gives . it is august . a bit early yet for the fest season . at least wait for sep. to release these .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bottle into a pint glass . pours cloudy orange gold with quick acting white foam that beds down quickly . some stickiness . smell almost nondescript . some malt lightly orange but otherwise missing . taste is chalky wheaty but in a good way . full of flavor in the mothfeel . good banana finish . well carbonated . very drinkable . not aclassic hefe but still tasty .,aroma,0.6,1
a a golden hay colored beer with almost no head . not quite clear slightly cloudy . s wow . wonderful smell overwhelmed by hops . smells of apples and maybe slightly of peach . very early summer . m very carbonated . slightly sweet and very bitter . not very full and not quite sticky . t a flowery taste and a lot like aspirin . slight sweetness and a little like grains . kind of peachy . nice . d i m coming to the conclusion that i m not a huge fan of hoppy beers . but this is nice . while i ca n t say i d like this all the time i d definitely like to revisit it .,aroma,1.0,1
served in a tulip f nose citrus notes cherry pie apple cider spiceings . nutmeg and cinnamon jump out a little funky sourness and earthy leather . very inviting and complex . . excellent . appearance a little cloudy looks like un filtered apple cider long lasting white head with nice lacings flavor some malty notes up front and followed by a strong hit of sour apples and lemons . as it warms the bitterness stands out more and does n t seem hop derived its a little odd kind of bark like and i assume it is from the chestnuts . mouthfeel a little thick and coats the mouth a little too much for me . although the carbonation makes the beer almost frothy feeling when you swallow it . overall amazing aroma very complex and inviting but i think it set me up for a super complex flavor profile that was n t there . the flavor was pleasant but again not nearly as complex as the aroma and left me wanting more spice . still it was drinkable and enjoyable . coudos jolly pumpkin for another good beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a deep brown with hints of purple when held to the light . weak loose tan head with hardly any lacing . s hints of chocolate and fruit jelly s . not bad just a little lack luster . t the flavor is wine like . fruity sour with a hint of alcohol . nothing bold . m thin and lacking carbonation . wine like . d might be better with food . does n t entice . i wont throw it away but i wont grab a nd . maybe if i were in the mood for wine but i want beer . the thing that hurts it the most is the word bold in its title .,aroma,0.8,1
a yeasty golden orange with a quarter inch frothy head that stuck around for a while . fades to pale yellow with rising suds . s delicious blueberry scent which overpowers just about everything else . it smells fresh too not like an artificially flavored scent . t a bit sour but the citrus flavors almost balance this out . yeasty profile with a bit of an aftertaste that reminds me of sun tan lotion . m has mild carbonation and an oily feel to it not entirely pleasant . d it s harder to get through the warmer it gets i do n t think i could do more than one . an interesting idea overall and possibly great for someone who enjoys blue moon but this was not for me .,aroma,0.9,1
i m not sure if it was actually unfiltered or not but this definitely looked like it . it was a pretty dark brown with a sweet hops and spices scent . it was n t very bitter at all . the prominent taste was malt with other various peppery flavors mixed in . it started out very unique and interesting but the more i drank it the more it tasted like a regular brown ale .,aroma,0.9,1
tried this beer in the ml corked bottle . this beer poured a nice thick white head that took a few minutes die down . the color was a hazy opaque brownish amber . the nose was amazing . hints of fruit plums raisons apples yeast with a few earthy woody notes . the initial taste on the other hand was rather disapointing compared to the nose . rather bland a mellow woody apple almost cider quality that was overshadowed by it s bitterness . the more i tasted this beer it just kept coming up the same . a very complex light flavor that was just slightly overshadowed by it s bitterness . it seems this beer might be improved by months or so of aging to mellow it out a little . the finish was short . a few spice notes and the subtle bitterness were all that lingered . compared to the other beers by ommengang i was a little let down by this beer . if you gave me a blind taste test of this beer next to a real belgian i hav n t had yet i d be hard pressed to tell which one was the american beer . it s an excellent belgian attempt . ommengang stands alone in us belgian style beers but this beer just fell a little short in my opinion . i might get another bottle and let it age for a while before trying it again .,aroma,1.0,1
drinking frog adorned bomber poured an insert your motor oil phrase here kind of black . the seductively dark mocha colored head was slowly carefully and thoughtfully formed . deities were undoubtedly involved in its creation . this rates highly on the are you kidding me . . scale . so sweet so roasty so chocolaty so deep . this may be the most tempting beer i have ever smelt i m pretty sure i have n t given a in smell before this . even towards the end of the bomber this is still smelling phenomenal . taste is dominated by the roast and alcohol . i would say it s a slight let down from the nose but this is still good . think of it like the hot girl that thinks she does n t have to try so hard in the sack you know you still had a good time . what smelt sweet in the nose is coming across as more bitter in the taste . i figure this is due to the obvious infusion of alcohol . very nice mouthfeel . the heaviness of a ris with the smoothness of an oatmeal stout . wonderful collaboration . you know the alcohol is here as it says so on the bottle and you can definitely taste it . that being said this will not be your only beer of the evening . this smooth drinking ris should fit comfortably into its slot as your opener middle act or headliner . whatever works best for you . i m extremely grateful i got two of these and this is instantly going back on my wants list . mega ups to klewis for these .,aroma,1.0,1
mit feiner hefe the label proclaims . pours a cloudy lemon yellow . big fluffy off white head that leaves no lace . smell is hops malt and a metallic note all very light . i really had to search to find anything to smell . taste is hops malt banana citrus and yeast . much better . decent balance and good complexity . mouthfeel medium bodied good carbonation all over . a bit of a hoppy bitterness at the finish . drinkability a decent wheat if smelling you beer is n t a big issue .,aroma,0.3,0
bottled in january of this year . pours out a shimmering viscous apricot with scant bubbles slowly rising to the top . head starts off thin which then settles to a thin ring leaving a few hairs of lace . the smell starts off with honey sweetness and pine resin which follows into vanilla aromas from the oak and the citrus aspect of the hops . some alcohol is present but it is n t overbearing . its like smelling a liquified custard of vanilla and orange zest . in the flavor the minute certainly comes out more in terms of the hops . the other beer this is mixed with brings on a lot of honey sweetness with dulled oak tones which are then mingled with the citrus hops . finish is sweet with a closing bitterness from the hops and a bit of an off putting medicinal like alcohol quality . too sweet . mouthfeel is warming slick and heavy with mild carbonation . really an interesting beer but not wholly drinkable . the alcohol and sweetness needs to mellow out quite a bit .,aroma,0.9,1
a pitch black with a rootbeer float like head light and dark tan that settles fairly quickly . s smells delicious roasted malts chocolate and a bit of licorice . very very good . t this is pretty much an ipa mixed with some stout . first taste is very good the roasted malts from the smell are very apparent at first but after that first sip those flavors seem to disapear . there seems to be a very strong hop profile in this stout much stronger than in any other stout i ve had . the bitterness overpowers the roasted malts the chocolate flavors and pretty much any other stout flavors . aftertaste is pretty bitter with a little bit of burnt malt in the background . bitter aftertaste lingers for quite a while . i think this is a very unbalanced beer . the high hop profile mixed with the roasted malts and chocolate make it almost taste sour . i know this is n t a bad bottle because i ve had a few of these in the past before i decided to write a review and i had the same experience . m pretty thin for a stout . carbonation is high but not bad . d i m a huge fan of stouts and a huge fan of rogue but this is the first time that i ve had one that i did n t really want to finish . it s not a bad tasting beer but it s a bad tasting stout if that makes any sense . not something i would pour out but definatly not something i would want when i am in the mood for a stout . this is basically a stout made with the hopheads in mind .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a pt . bottle into a mug a nice hazy orange color with a nice finger head . bread nuts and spices are on the nose with a malty taste on the tongue . a nice warmth is present in the aftertaste . a medium body with light carbonation overall a good choice .,aroma,0.9,1
a popped the top of the pretty blue bottle . pours a nice evenly cloudy lemon honey yellow . some continued carbonation that lasted several min . the head is a very low clumpy eggshell white experience . lacing was present but not remarkable . s instantly linseed and lemon peel smells entered the room when the cap was popped . some honey comb sweet waxy smells and a bit of powdered sugar . t sour like lemon pudding that someone forgot to put sugar in . not overly hoppy . but not enough malty texture either . pretty much a one flavor experience . m reasonably smooth . a tiny trickle of carbonation eases down the throat just like the lacing in the glass . d overall a fine drinkable example of this style . not as filling as some hefeweizens and it s a bit sour but hops are balanced nicely .,aroma,0.8,1
i was almost put off by the reviews of this beer but when i found it on tap at a local bar and grill last night i did a side by side sample of the pyramid hefeweizen and fire rock red . i ended up ordering the pyramid and it was an excellent combination with a pound of clams sauteed in garlic butter . i ended up stopping off and buying a pack on the way home . the beer is a very hazy golden color with a white head which leaves slight lacing on the glass . i do agree the the smell is light but i get hops and very faint citrus . i enjoy the mouth feel which is sharp refreshing and finishes moderately dry with just the right amount of carbonation . the taste is definite hops and lemon . a lemon wedge on the side enhances the lemon taste . i get no grapefruit mash flavor like i do with a lot of other hefeweizen . overall this is a very refreshing beer and goes well with food . this will be a staple in my fridge and i think others who have not yet tried the beer should not be put off by the low reviews and give it a try .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance poured an effervescent golden yellow . a light white head developed but dissipated instantly leaving a ring around the edge and a slight lacing . smell immediately after i popped off the cap i got a whiff of . corona . the aroma is slight but there is a hint of macro lager grains there . taste not bad . obviously it does n t deliver any complexity but it s a good ice cold lager . the grains dominate . nothing special . drinkability i m impressed . the humble bottle and foil do n t promise much but modelo especial has a little something to offer . it s a good anytime lager the pabst of mexico .,aroma,0.4,0
a this beer looks amazing once it is out of the bottle and in the glass . has a redish wine tint . s smells like blueberries . awesome smell couldnt wait to drink it . t its a little blah when if comes to the first taste . after drinking it for a bit you can taste the blueberries everytime you breathe . i would say the aftertaste is what made it . for me first taste is more of a . m no head on the beer wish it had some sort of head . other than that its not bad going down or anything like that . it was from the bottle so im guessing fresh it would have a head . o ill buy this one again,aroma,1.0,1
poured in everything . looks like dark rust . nearly opaque . a hardened soft glow seeks the center but does n t even come close . a tall all encompassing cap of thick luscious foam sweeps up the side of the goblet growing like the increasing wind of a oncoming storm . the top is tanned light brown in hue with a spot of brown leather in the center from the yeasty drippys . tends to keep one heck of top sitting there the whole glass through from pour to pour until the bottle is empty the top is always sitting with a solid presense . lacing is slow and low into the glass with patterns of thickly stringed blobby forms . aroma is soft and tender of a darkened tartness of citrus and smokey malts . kinda grapey kinda plummy a certain funk of leather and wet old wood simply keeps it interesting to the nose . flavors are simple in composure but complex in layers and length . simple ways about it seem forebodingly dark and seeping into a sweet deep tartness thats amazingly soft and supple . flavors are a wave of mixtures making the overall current a tasty little display of dark grape and citrusy orange dusted with cocoa and semi tangy molasses . very moderate really but lasting . rides out for a tauntifingly yeastified sweet and candied treat . the semi sweetness sugared cookie doughness and wood leather funk hints is the make and mark of a great belgian beer . and this smacks of that fact . feel is sublime . so succulant so soft and tender . it works sublimely with the flavors across the palate . as if to unfold or create a breeze with verve and steadiness . the body is just over medium and never strays from there . texturized in fluffy stuff that yeasty things like to create . perfect . this is one very damn fine brew . that and bigger ml bottle can catch ya off guard right quick if your not careful . a sipper sure . but downable all the same . fantome rocks .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance the beer pours much like any lager a gentle crisp white head that persists for a little while not too long though and pale yellow somewhat like a typical macro but actually deceptive as the rest is quite impressive . smell the sauvin hops give this a very floral aroma with grape notes leaving no doubt as to its origins from the south australian wine regions . probably one of the more amazing lager aromas it s truly crisp and fresh i could smell it all day . taste a light crisp flavour with no harsh undertones at all which still remains even as the beer warms . the flavours in the beer put it in the same category as a white wine crisp fresh and i feel this beer would go very well served with foods that would traditionally be served a white wine . not complex but the simple flavours are delicious and make it the best lager i ve tasted in this country . mouthfeel slightly dry but not overly so . some carbonation comes off the tongue giving a little added tingle . overall this is a fine beer and probably the best australian lager i ve come across . the flavours are light but the aromas quite amazing . indeed overall this beer is much better than even most european lagers .,aroma,1.0,1
i poured this in to an oversized snifter . deep amber in color . the head disappears very quickly but leaves behind a little swirly foam on top . aroma is huge in this beer . sweet cherry like scent with hints of vanilla and oak . it s a good inviting smell . taste is vanilla and malty sweet and mouthfeel is great . the liquid is velvety and super smooth but the hot finish reminds me of the high abv . i can have this occasionally but it depends on the time and place . this may be a good one to finish the night with .,aroma,1.0,1
a . pours a hazy pale yellow gold with a foamy white head that leaves specks of residual lacing . s. tons of beautiful hop aroma a spring day in a can . t. citrus pine grass hay all types of light green foliage . m. fairly thin bodied with with medium carbonation . d. i would certainly be drinking this frequently if it were local .,aroma,1.0,1
got a bottle of this by accident . it was in a pack of troegenator . .so i got troegenators and java head . poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . a black . dark . one finger of head . .moderate but acceptable lacing . s smelled like a quality stout.though i really could n t smell any coffee like odors . t sweet toffee coffee with some bitterness . it was well balanced . reminded me of a good espresso . m smooth and creamy . almost silky . very pleasant . d very rich . filled me up . i enjoyed it after a nice roast beef dinner . it was like having a quality coffee after dinner . .but it was beer . that made it even better . this was a pleasant suprise . i will definately get myself a full sixer of this on my next journey to the beer store .,aroma,0.6,1
a clear bronze color . pours with a nice head that hangs around for a little while before settling . s not very aromatic . faint pilsner like scent with a slight fruit essence . t mellow sweetness some strawberry like fruitiness m smooth with mild carbonation . light to medium body . d an alright beer not a standout which is odd for dogfish head .,aroma,0.4,0
on draught at barleys asheville appearance lovely golden color like a true pils type and a thin head that sticks around . nose almost none . taste more similar to a biere de garde than a saison for sure . wheat cornbread predominate with a nice sour finish . i was hoping for more . palate very enjoyable . great smooth and light on the throat . overall even though its not high gravity . abv this is not a session beer . it would be stellar with cheese . i would probably opt to leave the corn out but hey it makes it interesting . as the pint went on i discovered that it was much better as it warmed dont drink this beer too cold . i gave it higher marks as it came to room temperature .,aroma,0.3,0
found this single oz green bottle at binny s in glen ellyn il for . . no back label with information about the beer and no freshness date . at just oz this beer will only fill up your glass about full so feel free to give it a hard pour right down the middle . even with a hard pour this pale yellow beer only made a finger white head that disappeared in about seconds . surprisinglt it did leave a few spots of lacing on the glass . this beer was skunked beyond belief and i was n t sure i would even be ale to drink it but after i let it sit and breath a bit most of the skunkiness wore off and i was able to pick out a sweet grainy corn smell . the taste was pleasantly sweet with both malt and corn flavors but it also had a small hop presence for balance . the mouthfeel lived up to its namesake as a cream ale . it was n t a heavy beer but it certainly was smooth and creamy with a medium high carbonation level . i would like to try another one of these and see if i get the same skunky smell because without that i could see drinking a bunch of these . it s a good little beer .,aroma,0.3,0
i was at green mill tonight and was looking for a good beer to have with my pizza . they did n t have many options other than a few macros . i have recently heard of the budweiser american ale as being a reasonable macro brew to try . i should have known better than to try this as i hate bud and bud light . the beer starts out looking pretty damn good . it pours a beautiful amber color with a stong white head atop . the beer did n t even seem overcarbonated like most macro lagers . with an unexpected excitement i drew the glass closer to experience the aroma . unfortunately there was nothing there . i tried and tried but could n t good anything . then after i swirled it for awhile i finally got something . a strong aroma of fusel alcohol and unpleasant esters hit my nose . not one hop or malt aroma like an amber ale should have . with reservation i took a drink . once again there was nothing other than what i hate about macro lagers . i could taste fusel alcohol inappropriate esters no hops no malts and just horrible nothingness . on the upside it did n t make me gag . it was more like an unpleasant glass of water . the mouthfeel was ok but a little light . overall this was a pretty terrible beer . it looked good initially . actually i was very excited to begin with . perhaps this is why it fell so far down . the aroma was not only non existent it was foul . the flavor was much of the same . the mouthfeel was a little closer to the style but could n t salvage this beer . i will never buy this beer again . i do n t even know if i would drink it for free . it is blasphemous to good craft beers that are out there . budweiser really needs to try harder if they want to make a good craft brew . maybe they should stop trying to please the masses and really try to make a quality product . in the end i hate to bash beer but i hope this review helps others save some money and try to find a beer that is actually worthwhile .,aroma,0.2,0
i realize this is an american macro lager but that is still a remarkably pale and clear ginger ale type hue with zero head or indication of life . the nose is purely malt with some sweet graininess but not bad . wow that s almost overwhelmingly sweet in the first taste . no hops or yeast just a malt onslaught . texture is weak and watery . the aftertaste saves this one a little but its still pretty far gone . when the best you can say about a beer is that it s better than bmc well that still sucks . i wo n t look for this again .,aroma,0.7,1
another belgian i am glad i tried . color is cloudy dark amber with a thick rich head . the smell is weak but nice and beery . flavor is zingy with fruity undertones and a good hoppy kick . this is the kind of ale you do n t gulp down but sip and savor when in good company .,aroma,0.6,1
a very attractive beer when poured from the nitro tap . frothy brown with deep depthcharge bubbles rising to the top . big creamy head . unfortunately that was the best thing about this beer . the smell was minimal . minor nutty notes detected . that is about all . taste was thin and slightly watery with a light malty characteristic and some dry nutty notes . mouthfeel was thin and did n t feel like beer . i suppose i would drink this again if it were offered versus bud but that is about the best i can say . the bartender told me that the brewmaster said it should taste like a scotch and soda . he got the watery part right but that is about it .,aroma,0.4,0
ah the pale ale one of my most visited beer styles . i thought saranac s version was about average against the bakdrop of the other pale ales i ve tried . judging by the ratings on this website i ve guessed about right . this particular pale ale has a sweet smell and pours medium amber with limited clouding . its thick creme colored head adds a distinct wheat or grain texture to the brew and sits atop your glass as long as some pale ale is left . start mouthfeel and aftertaste are in no way remarkable in comparison to other pale ales . this beer s flavors include ginger cinnamon and plenty of the expected hop bitterness .,aroma,0.8,1
pours out to a sparkingly clear ruby red caramel forming a rocky and sticky yellow head with excellent retention and clumpy lacing . carbonation is moderate . yeast sediment in the bottle . aroma is interesting.and kinda scary . .touches of kiwi fruit and sour aluminum like reaper bc and great divide bc but no this is a different kind of twang . layers of very perfumy hops and caramel a nice touch of funky sourness amber malts . .i actually like it . carbonation is moderate . mouthfeel . sharp and tangy with medium body . taste . .this is where things get all fucked up . sour . . what gives . a sour alt . tastes of citric and phosphoric acid aluminum alcohol lemon pith bitterness bile and acid reflux intensified metallic bitterness clinging on desperately to distant suggestions of roasted barley and grain husk . the parotid glands pucker and i m sucking on an alum lollipop . i ca n t take it anymore . it has to go down the sink . perhaps it s a useful cleanser or toilet bowl brightner . this beer is a totally infected petri dish mistake . stay away at all cost . old shat indeed .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a straw yellow with a one finger head . no lacing on the glass aroma is light hops yeast sweet taste is good dose of hops citrusy lemon the bitterness is sour . the finish is very dry and refreshing . the mouthfeel is what i d expect with a lighter body and a high sharp carbonation . too much carbonation for my liking very refreshing beer . pretty bland not enough hop bitterness for me to really wash down some spicey indian food . i prefer a pale ale of ipa for this type of cuisine not such a mediocre lager .,aroma,0.4,0
there s was a touch of skunk immediately after i popped the cork but fortunately that blew off pretty quickly . very sweet sour nose and gives a consistent very thickish foamy head leaving lots of delicate complex lacing all over the glass . excellent beading too . in the glass it is yellow brownish with a green hue . nice quenching apply sour taste but the mouthfeel lets this down . a bit too smooth and silky for my liking which has a quick slippy quality . the liquid just seems too keen to slide down your throat leaving not much risidual on the tongue or the sides of your mouth . still a bit of a pleasant surprise though .,aroma,0.6,1
note this beer became better as it warmed up i amended my original review do not serve at fridge temperature . a poured an amber brown with a tinge of red and a slight haze into my cognac snifter . a one finger head was produced that quickly dissipated to a collar which actually sticks around for nearly the entire beer and periodically laces the glass . s very aromatic . i am very happy with my choice of using a snifter for this beer . vanilla hops lemongrass sake and honey come through . i also notice an aroma i can only associate with chardonnay wine . a very pleasant and almost exotic combination . they could make an air freshner out of this beer it smells so wonderful . t it starts a bit sweet and hoppy and ends with a very dry and tingly finish . the dryness and flavor of sake become very strong on the finish they were n t lying about the flavor from the sake . a bit of hops balance the sweetness very well balanced overall . the traditional oaky read whisky cognac like flavor is completely absent i would never guess this was a oak casked ale if the label did n t say it was . i can taste a slight woody flavor but it does not have the vanillin kick that oak usually has which is definitely a shame i bet the sake absorbed all that delicious vanillin . the alcohol in this beer makes it known in the taste but it is n t overwhelming . the taste lacks some complexity compared to what i was expecting as this is an oaked beer after all yet slight nuances improved as the beer warmed up . m slightly over carbonated probably due to my weak pour . good body yet watery for the style . average . d even though it does n t have that much alcohol this beer is definitely a slow sipper this is an aspect i can enjoy . unfortunately the flavor gets a little boring after a few sips and sits a little heavy overall if you drink it too quickly i have found that the flavor becomes more interesting as the beer warms up which greatly increases my enjoyment with this beer . i m definitely done after one . oz bottle . o the best beer i ve ever had from the land of the rising sun yet underwhelming in the grand scheme of things . it is quite possible that i am looking for flavor that this beer never intended to produce but i find the flavor lacking a complexity that i seek for this style . the amazing aroma makes me look forward to trying more brews from kiuchi brewery in naka city japan though i may not pick this one up again .,aroma,1.0,1
stopped pouring after a white head appeared . cloudy orange coloring smells of corn and musty grass is not welcomed . some caramel malt flavors with hints of grapefruit and light fruits in the yeast . little hop finish . not sure what this beer is trying to be . average lager . odd amber . for starr hills sake i m hoping i just had a bad bottle .,aroma,0.3,0
i can get this canned bottled or on tap . this review is for the tap variety . i drank a big mug at the outback steakhouse in el cajon . pairs very nicely with their prime rib . the aroma was barely detectable due to the beer being served to cold and in a frozen mug . what nose there was showed some earthy biscuits and sweet malts . color was a clear golden brass color with large foamy white head . the head showed some lacing and lasted a log while . flavors of yeast biscuit light malts and cedar . mouthfeel was a bit thin and watery . anti climatic finish with mild hops that leaves you wanting a big steak so its a good thing they serve this at a steakhouse . . overall recommended with conditions and reservations .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a bottle into a tulip a very light colored for an ipa more like a pale ale or pilsner . got about a finger of white head which quickly dissipated into a thin film with some lacing s some bready sweetness in the nose with very little hops t some light malty sweetness up front with the hops kicking in to provide some bitter bite at the end . very light though . m light bodied with a bit of carbonation bite at the end . d it s light enough without much bitterness so it is fairly drinkable . however there just is n t much hop flavor there . i ve had pale ales that were much hoppier than this beer .,aroma,0.3,0
poured into a cold glass from the oil can . nothing to look at but what american macro lager is . the usual piss color with a lot of carbonation visible . a ok head but next to no lace . no of much of a smell there other then water i guess not that i was expecting much there . better then most other macro lagers in taste i ll give it that other then that not much to rave about . the mouthfeel is basically carbonated water . i usually only drink these when i can get an oil can on special so i m drinking em for the price but if you looking for a great beer look elsewhere .,aroma,0.4,0
i have been loving the ola dubhs . september bottle . poured the bottle of into a dfh snifter . requisite ultra dark body a little more foam than i noted with the . aromatics do n t seem to be as impressive as either the or the in my opinion . i can really just pick out maple syrup molasses and some wood . taste wise this is quite different from either the or . plenty of wood and peat but i find more of a smoky component as well . not as many notes of chocolate and raisin more whiskey wood and char . lots and lots of wood on the back end . not quite as smooth as the other ola dubhs in that the whiskey flavor seems slightly too harsh . also seems a little hotter alcohol wise . not that i m slamming it it s still a tasty beverage . it does have a fairly thick robust feel it s not as thin as i would have expected . drinkability is not bad even though it s not as easy drinking as the . out of the and i think i prefer them in that order . i had the without rating it . i still think the is my favorite oddly enough .,aroma,0.6,1
i tried the humidor after a few jai alai s . let me say this beer is a face peeler . love it . the color is dark blonde cedar on the nose and solid hop taste . finnish is dry cedar and almost salty . i could n t get enough and will mail some home for trades . loving it . . .,aroma,1.0,1
a macro esque color and clarity just darker than your average lager . pretty good head swelled to about two fingers then fades to a half . s wow huge cherry smell . this is easily the fruitiest beer i have ever smelled . behind the cherries are slight corn grains but mostly it s just artificial cherry aromas like syrup for sno cones . it is appetizing . t blech awful taste . fake tasting flat character no redeeming qualities . drainpours wan na pour this down the drain . what a huge disappointment . m poor as well like thick water . no body but fairly smooth . d none . the taste is too awful especially for such an established brewery that usually knows what it is doing sans the lambic . . tragic .,aroma,0.6,1
feb had a draft at the toronado san fransisco . a gold with lost of rising bubbles thin white head . s full o citrus low malt esters . t med malt with huge hop flavor . all us citrus and more citrus becoming too much . . . is that simcoe i taste . way out of balance . a hop hammer which can be good but usually not great . m medium body with high co and prickly pallet . d medium to low due to lack of balance . i wonder how the hop shortage will change this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
ok i hate obfuscation in beer production origins i m looking at you mountain crest . . the bottle says this is brewed by brasseurs de montreal inc. however the website for that brewer shows no such mtl brand . tabernacle . this beer pours a clear pale golden hue with one finger of foamy white head which leaves a ring of droopy lace around the glass in its wake . it smells of classically infamous skunky euro lager crackery grain and stinky herbal hops . the taste is sweet crackery white grain and fruity herbal skunky hops . the carbonation is average the body medium weight more or less smooth and clean . it finishes fairly sweet the malt showing a bit more clearly after the skunky aroma has burned off . wow definitely a blend of north american and europe though not the particular aspects one would hope for . the clear bottle guarantees a certain light struck quality present and accounted for emulating the wrong kind of european lager sensibility to go with an adequate but stricken underlying malty quebecois lager .,aroma,0.3,0
can you believe a l can . . . i not only can but i have one and i have been awaiting a guest or two to help me drink it . the canquest tm can venture into new territory with the idea that a l mini keg qualifies as a can for the purposes of this site . i am a novice with this sort of delivery system so i had to a follow the directions very carefully and b decide on the best pour for it . with regards to b i tried a straight pour allowing it to run from the tap into the glass but i ended up with a massive amount of head which i kept for myself . i then tried angling the glass and allowing the beer to flow into it without letting it impact the bottom of the glass . either way i had a buncha head . allowing it to settle from its original light tan state into something more manageable i still had a good bit of foam and a lot of sticky lacing to go along with it . the color was more of a ruby red with ne quality clarity than a brown but it still looked enticing . the nose was definitely malty sweet with a bit of maple sugar included in the mix . mouthfeel was slightly thin but i could tell that it was a sweet brown ale immediately . i am not averse to the style but after a day of sampling hoppy beers this really stood out from the pack . tasty . a steady diet of aals while furthering the canquest tm has honed my palate to the point that anything and everything tastes good . the finish had a slight smokiness to it reminiscent of my pappap burning leaves in his outdoor brick fireplace when i was a kid . are you even allowed to burn leaves in this day and age . man i am getting old . the young lady visitor who just left laid it on me that she was born when i was leaving for boot camp . oy vey .,aroma,0.9,1
serving bottle into a tulip glass a black with a hint of head that instantly vanished . old viscosity is a regular go to beer of mine which i ve never had carbonation issues with . this one validates other ba s comments regarding some of los abbeys port brewing carbonation issue . s dominant bourbon aroma with a slight vanilla aroma with a tiny bit of roasted malt smell . t dominant bourbon taste . some dark fruits present with some oak elements and slight roast taste following . the lack of carbonation to my palate results in an overly sweet bourbon dominated beer . tastes like my early underattenuated home brew efforts which again may be due to the complete absence of carbonation . m medium body with no carbonation does not work for me . d i m not sure if the abundant bourbon flavor and sweetness are the result of the lack of carbonation but it s not for me . old viscosity is a standby beer for me and i like several of port brewing . lost abbey s offerings so i am not a lost abbey basher but the fact i could have gotten two old viscositys which were right next to this one for the price of this one is kicking me in the butt every time i think about it .,aroma,0.7,1
a golden copper color with a slight amber edge thin layer of tightly packed head which dropped into patches on top . s thick and aromatic absolutely saturated with smells reminds me of a brandy more than a beer lots of candied sugars and signs of honey couple with a solid wallop of citrusy hops . t like the nose this beer almost pushes one into sensory overload heaps of overripe fruit flavors primarily plums along with a solid infusion of honey which boosts the sugar level of this beer to astronomical levels all of this is nicely balanced with a boatload of hops though i would not call that the dominate feature . m slightly syrupy . d what a nice late night sipping beer loaded to the gills with flavors and aromas the price makes it a little prohibitive for routine drinking but on special occasions it should be easy to justify .,aroma,1.0,1
cheers to joe this one will go nice with the cool colorado august night we re having . pours orange caramel with fingers of fluffy tan head . crazy lacing good head retention s nice bourbon notes leafy hops faint dark fruits that all fade quickly . t cakeyness ghost booze hints of bourbon dryness up front . oakyness booze soaked raisins plums pralines grapefruit as this warms . mf smooth stickyness follows low carbonation superb balance along with nice chewyness drinks great for the abv style some addtional aging might ve helped this one in this tasting but i rate it a great abw .,aroma,0.7,1
a special cask tapped last night at the j. clyde . their regular pale ale dry hopped with a ton of centennial hops . a pours a deep orange amber color with a floaty sticky head that retains quite well . sticky lacing all the way down the glass . s an absolute explosion of floral and citrus hop aromas it smelled dipa esque . a rich crackery malt backbone is evident as well . t m bright and hoppy with a nice malty backbone to support things . well balanced but still heavy handed with the hops . very well done . body is medium on par for the style with an incredibly smooth and creamy feel thanks to the cask . d quite drinkable i put down my oz imperial pint in probably or minutes while nibbling on some of the excellent sweet potato fries the j. clyde serves . a solid offering and if gpbc decided to make the aroma of this beer into a car air freshener i d be all over that .,aroma,1.0,1
serving bottle appearance carmel in color very little head . i had a small glass oz of it and was not in the room when it was poured . i have a few more out of the pack to get into will review this part again after i get a chance to pour it myself . smell no real smell which is good to me . taste the carmel subtleness was good . smooth no bite . mouthfeel my tongue felt like it was wearing socks after only a few tastes . drinkability i have to be careful i am allergic to some types of beers not sure what the causing element is yet . i had a tummy ache immediately after the nd drink . i did like it but my belly did n t . do n t think i could do this beer all night .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a muddy colored brown . reminds me of homemade cider . thick head that reminiscent of oatmeal . s smells very sweet malts flowers . t tastes of coffee oatmeal burnt hops . slight alcohol tinge m thick mouthfeel that feels just about right going down . d very drinkable . sipping beer because of the high alcohol content but i could drink this all night .,aroma,0.6,1
the first thing i noticed about this brew was the skunky odour the second it was popped . .it poured very nicely with a thick crown which quickly disapated . the body is medium and the taste is that of thin hops with a hint of carmel . i liked the stubby .an ok offering at best .,aroma,0.4,0
i was expecting a bit of a paler lighter beer than this and i was pleasantly surprised . the beer has a golden color with a hint of orange and features a wonderful malty aroma that is crisp and rich . the flavor is also crisp with some malt highlights and a pretty bitter aftertaste and overall is heavier than i expected i was expecting something like a brewpub blond from this since they also offer a pale ale . overall this is a very clean and well made beer well suited for everyday consumption and despite being heavier than my initial expectations indicated probably a good beginner beer for people new to craft beer . my last swigs still get that great malt aroma wonderful . .,aroma,1.0,1
aroma very sweet and pleasant smelling . a little fruity with banana s the predominant smell in terms of its fruitiness . even more apparent is the yeasty bready aroma which is strong but sweet more than sour . head magnificent some of the best head i have ever received from a beer . sticks to the side of the glass for some time . taste like most weiss beers the hops do not provide the most in terms of taste . fairly yeasty and mild . like the aroma bread and yeast are the predominant factors but not in a overly fermented and sour way .,aroma,0.9,1
pour oz bomber to tulip . the beer is jet black and lets no light through . a few bubbles are visible along outside of the glass but can see no further . comes out with a two finger thick brown head that looks fluffy us a feather pillow and clings to the sides of the glass as it descends to good lacings . nose very fragrant smoke chocolate charcoal caramel grapes more chocolate alcohol as if it were a liqueur marshmallows . mouth first impression boring after taste unbelievable delicious as it warms up undrinkable . immediately upon entering the mouth you know that this beer was better left in the glass . it s got a very thin mouthfeel and the first thing you notice is how flavorless the beer is up front . the back is hardly any different until you swallow . the swallow and aftertaste are magnificent like burnt toast does n t sound appealing but i really liked it . if the whole beer tasted like the after taste this would be one hell of a find . touches of chocolate accompany the taste of charred bread but the rest of the experience remains pitiful .,aroma,0.9,1
maybe i should not have drank the trippel before drinking the dubbel . a nice brown colour . very cloudy with think foam head that hung around . s wet dog . smelt of wet dog . t watery thin . slight malt flavour . not very tasty . so watery . m just so damn watery . very dissapointing . light carbonation . d drink the tripel . forget this one .,aroma,0.4,0
a lighter shade of pale . this beer exhibited characteristics i might expect had i mixed a molson lager with bass ale but at a margin molson to bass . standard aroma for a light beer but this is a pale ale . . taste was pretty crisp a la its lager offspring and i do sense the use of adjuncts . hops were not quite up to snuff ibu s nor would the mouthfeel match a true pale assuming an american variety least of all a burton . still not a terrible beer by any means just a pale in training wheels .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a clear dark brown with bright ruby highlights and no head . smell is sweet with a strong alcohol odor amd some hints of wood . taste is quite the opposite if the smell a very tart and sour cherry flavor with noticeable alcohol taste no noticeable standard stout flavors at all . mouthfeel is slick and slightly hot . not to good overall and not a stout at all in my book will avoid in the future. did n t even finish thid .,aroma,0.7,1
. oz brown bottle wrapped in white tissue paper and packaged in a red metal tin . it pours an intriguing peach bronze color with a slight hint of red . i was abole to get a large sudsy white head form it that rose to the top of the snifter . it dissipated quickly at first then mellowed down and slowly receded the last quarter way leaving some nice lacing . the smell is sweet and malty . sugar cookie icing cotton candy candy corn it is predominantly sugar but it is many different shades of sweet . there is a bit of alcoholic twang that comes with a heavy sniff . it is a smell you seldom come across in beer and it is great . the flavor is big and bold . tons of sweetness here . however it is n t one dimensional . with the high alcohol it brings some alcoholic pungency but there is also some hops that add just a little spritz of bitterness that does a little bit to cut down on the sweetness . there is an almost apple sweetness in there like candy apple that really carries the flavor . it also has some nuttiness almost like nutty marzipan that is nice . the mouthfeel is thick and sugary with a nice alcoholic bite . overall it is a sipper a true dessert beer one that packs a punch and warms you immensely . that being said it came acorss as one dimensional . it is n t a dark roasty beer and i think that hinders it . it is a style all its own however and you have to give it credit for that .,aroma,1.0,1
one of four experimental beers served at dirty jacks asheville nc on . a medium to dark brown body with ruby hues giving it a reddish tint . the slim off white head diminished into a thin ring around the rim of the glass . s the nose proudly displays an aromatic rosemary character giving this beer an intensely herbal flair with a hint of light floral notes . very authentic aroma . think of opening the cupboard to access your spice rack then getting a whiff of fresh rosemary . t again the flavor is pretty one dimensional but that seems to be the point with these experimental beers . the rosemary flavor is so authentic giving the brew a fresh herbal character . while not bitter at all rosemary s baby does have a spicy kick . m medium bodied with a thick oily texture and mild carbonation . finishes spicy on the palate . d another innovative beer with an authentic aroma and flavor . this one definitely pushes the envelope . if you dig spices and fresh herbs then you should hope they brew this again .,aroma,0.9,1
cl into a tulip . pours a deep mahogany garnet when an inch remains its a gorgeous deep copper . minor fleeting head barely surfaced unexceptional lacing . aroma is big sweet multitudes of dark fruit caramel and quiet peat moss . quadish exceptional highly complex flavor something for everyone . sweetness not equal to the expectation from the nose . the evolution of the taste is significant . hints of wrinkled dark fruits plucked from a brandied fruit cake . long lasting pleasant aftertaste . nice use of alcohol as a flavor component . mouthfeel is only medium i would have enjoyed it being a bit more viscous the low carbonation is appropriate . cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
oz into a tulip . pours a deep clear copper garnet when the glass is back lit . minor tan head subsides fairly quick minor lacing . aroma is nicely traditional dubbel no more no less . quite pleasant . taste also is of a traditional dubbel but unfortunately it is a watered down traditional dubbel . no depth to the flavor little complexity . in spite if the aftertaste lacking flavor it lingers . thin to medium bodied mouthfeel . cheers jd,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass this lager pours bronze in color very clean and clear appearance along with a finger thick of bone white head surfacing . sweet tangy maltiness with some slight toffee notes . a bit of biscuits also comes through but this is rather tame . sipping reveals a fairly sweet malt on my palate with some slight fruits plums maybe or dates . . decent balance with a slight bittering musky hops coming through on the finish . not bad . great feel . crisp clean decent amount of carbonation up front with a smoothing finish . okay not the best tasting not the best on the nose not the best drinking experience ever but hey very easy to drink if you ask me . makes a great beer from a keg for party in my opinion . not a bad offering .,aroma,0.4,0
huh . i used to drink these things so easily in college . it tastes like a bad beer that has been sitting out all night and someone emptied a dropper full of vodka in it . it s sweeter than most malt liquors and the alcohol is better hidden than average . of course average is very poor among the popular malt liquors . it makes my mouth feel kind of funny like my cheeks are attempting to retreat back into my throat . i m not going to keep panning it . suffice to say there s no reason to drink it even for free .,aroma,0.2,0
creamy . very very creamy . nice thick head that dissappates quickly . the beer is totally clouded in a pleasing deep red . there is only a slight smell and unusually tastes stronger than it smells . not much hops at all which adds to the creaminess but also dampens your desire for more . i could probably drink a max of before it stopped being enjoyable . the six pack holder is pretty cool if your dorm room is barren but this is definitely not quaffable .,aroma,0.6,1
possibly a crack in the bottle there s no seepage but it s uncomfortably ridged in one spot and makes a grinding sound a little bit . a pours a white two or three finger head on a well carbonated golden body that is probably clear . very attractive though the head does n t seem to be lasting too long . . s sort of smells unfortunately like stale beer . i get some wet cardboard skunked hops and other unpleasant smells . there is no date on the bottle though the store i got it from looked like it went through beer fast enough . but this is just not alright . . t slightly but not much better than the aroma . the cardboard taste is mostly gone from the palate but leaves some aftertaste . otherwise there is n t much there . . m alright light but smooth . d no not really drinkable at all it s giving me burps . .,aroma,0.4,0
a this is a nice black brown color that suits the style and the tan head looks pretty despite it s short life . some sticky lace is smattered around the edges of my snifter but only in random spots . looks pretty good but not outstanding . s oh shit . dark chocolate charcoal campfire wet ash cigar smoke dark chocolate coated coffee beans birch bark cigarettes and a vague hint of sweet count chocula marshmallow cereal . ridiculous . t the flavors follow the nose . to quote toucan sam . cigar smoke woody campfires wet firewood outside of an old cabin gentle hints of sushi with soy sauce and musty but pleasant old house notes if that makes any sense . m medium bodied but honestly on the light side for such a heavy hitting brew in the flavor department . d killer . this is a well made porter that will stand the tests of time . i ve never heard of the brewery but i will seek out more of their brews if i can find them and i would buy this stuff again in a heatbeat .,aroma,1.0,1
ran into this on tap at kraftbru the last time i visited . the basic rundown pour is light golden with a smallish head . smell was quite nice though a great mix of wheaty goodness and raspberries . the flavour on this was basically exactly what one would expect . not overly depthy but enjoyable . the wheat was the centre of attention but the raspberries provided a strong background flavour . hopping seemed to be minimal . a decent run of the mill fruit beer . mouth and drinkability also were about dead on average for the style . basically if you re in the mood for a raspberry wheat beer then this will serve . it s not spectacular in any way but it at least seemed to be a good middle of the road fruity wheat beer .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz . bomber bottle into a snifter . appears a nearly opague pitch black i say nearly as some red highlights are visible when held up to some light . one inch tan head bubbles up through the muck then settles down to a thin skim . some spotty lacing . aroma is screaming butterscotch candy in my face . not much else beneath that aside from some subtle vanilla . a bit too one sided and i do n t like butterscotch at all . i m wondering if i might even be able to choke this down . taste is not quite as bad as i thought it might be based on the aroma . this stuff is just way too sweet and butterscotchy . there is only the slightest hint of roasty flavor and even then it s more like milk chocolate and it only come out after the swallow but are still ends up dominated by the sweet butterscotch flavor . mouthfeel is medium full and smooth . unless you are looking for an extremely sweet beer that tastes like butterscotch candy with a hint of milk chocolate i would avoid this stuff . not even close to what i was expecting . i really tried but just could n t finish the bomber . one of the few drain pours i ve had . i m gon na have to drink another beer to get the taste out of my mouth .,aroma,0.4,0
after a good impression from voodoo s love child this was the second beer from voodoo i tried . a poured a slightly cloudy golden color with a nice foamy head . s up front with spicy saaz hops and some slight biscuity malt in the background . t dry malty biscuity and rich with an overwhelming amount of saaz . perhaps it was my expectations that let me down but i felt that these flavors while balanced were too intense . i m a saaz lover but this was too much for me . m crisp medium to light body . d i felt this beer was too heavy for the style which rendered it tough to get down towards the end of the glass . overall i really did n t care for this at all . maybe i ll give it another chance in the future and update this review if my impressions change .,aroma,0.8,1
fred was generous enough to sample this at mondiale on the last day by bottle . i believe it was aged for years . good malting . phenomenol nose on it smooth whiskey cognac . a very nice smooth barleywine . he won a gold medal for it at the mondiale .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a sa perfect pint glass . a pours a very pale hay hue . transparent . a nice little white head forms but leaves quickly . no lacing . s nice light quite similar to their summer ale . citrus hay a darker earthy note of fields grass clippings . the dirty and dank aroma is rather pleasant . t similar to aroma light overall . a nice and mellow blend of the previously mentioned notes . nothing that stands out . m light kinda crisp watery dries well . does n t linger very well or at all . o a welcome offering to the sa line . very easy to drink and would be welcome by most . not close to the top saisons could be good if some changes . good for sa to attempt something most have never heard of that may be liked by the causal drinker .,aroma,0.8,1
a poured into a white wine glass pours a hazy dark copper with a white head that lasts a good length . nice lacing and head but color is a bit to hazy and dark for my liking . s great nose . pine citrus grapefruit orange malt lots of hops yum . t resinous pine earthy grapefruit bitter and biscuit . not a rolling bitterness though just kind of appears from nowhere at the end . start is week middle is weak end is great . m medium body nice carbonation o this beer has a killer nose one of the best but its color and flavor are a bit off for me i would enjoy this fresh as opposed to part of their gabf temporary distribution in denver . good beer but not world class by any means .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance a hazy light orange pour translucent with a thin off white head that can not sustain itself beyond a minute or so . some nice lacing on the glass as the beer settles in . aroma some light citrus at first fading to the back as mild english yeast induced diacetyl fruitiness and biscuity malts prevail . the aroma sustains itself rather well for this style pale ale and hits the mark rather well imo . taste the most prevalent things i taste are the biscuity element the diacetyl and some occasional alcohol uusual for a er . these flavors rather drown out the hop side of things . maybe if it were any stronger it would drown out the other flavors . i get just the faintest attempt at balance well after the swallow just a bit of a hop bite as the palate dries out on the finish . the aftertaste is all diacetyl but it is not offensive provided you enjoy an english pale . i do . i would like more definition on the hops somehow but this is still a tasty brew . mouthfeel so thin that it gives the beer a watery feel despite some solid flavorings . undercuts things a bit too much . drinkability i see this more of an english copper ale than an apa . in that light this is a tasty beer that would make a decent session . props to beachbum for the trade . do n t eat with your feet so says the inside of the bottlecap lol .,aroma,0.9,1
served at c . gorgeous pour . nut brown slightly reddish with a voluminous tan head that leaves lots of lace . very clear . smells odd perhaps that s the hazelnut but to me it just smells cardboardy and stale . there s biscuit bready yeast and roasty notes as well with a nice malty aroma holding things together . there s a light fruity hops note as well very understated . mouthfeel is very very good . low ish carbonation no acrid zing . there s a definite nuttiness to it nicely accented by sweet dark malt and baked bread flavours and some medium roast bitterness . light floral hops in the background . very very mellow almost no bitterness . this stuff is dangerously smooth and easy to drink .,aroma,0.6,1
pours an extremely cloudy orange with a pretty big white head . it looks like carbonated orange juice . the smell i hate to say it is almost nothing but sulfur . the only way i can describe it is to say it smells like someone farted in my glass . sorry it s just that bad . the taste is a little bit better . there is a light sweetness though without any of the phenols associated with hefes . there is a fair amount of hop bitterness on the finish as well . however the real drawback is the funky sweet corn flavors that take center stage . mouthfeel is smooth and creamy and overall pretty good . drinkability is low considering how bad it smells and tastes .,aroma,0.2,0
to tell you the truth i was n t expecting much from this beer at all it gives a nice foamy frothy head that lasts till it s supposed to not overly carbonated . the taste is a little bland a little floraly gives a nice clean spicy finish . it s not great but not innofensive at all it s a nice session beer . the only thing that brings this beer down a bit is that it really does n t have much of a smell at all really .,aroma,0.3,0
i had this one in both bottle and on tap i chose to review the bottle because the draft one was just un drinkable . the look of this one was just awful like beck s a pissy amber hue with a thin pale head . it reeked of skunk both times i had it . the taste was just bad it had a bitter hoppy taste of something mass produced . the skunk aroma was with this one for every sip . i do not recommend this beer it just seems like it s a hangover in a bottle .,aroma,0.2,0
a pours a nice black color with tan taupe one finger head that dissipates to a small ring s smells of sweet malts with oats delicate chocolate and subtle coffee notes coming through t cereal malts give way to hints of dark chocolate with some silky milk chocolate notes . the sweetness remains but yields a bit to some subtle coffee flavors on the finish . nothing over the top but very nicely balanced . well crafted stout . m very luxurious mouthfeel to it . full bodied and exceptionally smooth . this is a mouthfeel all stouts should strive for . d solid american stout here . as previously mentioned not the most complex beer out there but one of the better put together american stouts i have tried . big thanks to drezz for sending this beer my way .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz aluminum bottle . pours a clear not so fizzy yellow with bubbly white foam that dissipates fairly quickly leaving no head . the smell is a strong lime zest aroma from the outset with some lime and lemon aromas and a bit of malt aroma beneath . the taste is dominated by lime with some lemon and a hint of sugar . the citrus flavors fade toward the finish to reveal a bit of malt beneath but the lime lingers after . the mouthfeel is dry and citric with light body and modest carbonation feel . this is a refreshing beverage like a lemonade but the beer qualities are overwhelmed by the lime .,aroma,0.8,1
picked this up because i may not have access to it in mn for much longer . oz bottle of batch number poured into my st. bernardus glass . the bottle said to pour slowly to allow sediment to remain in the bottle . i did just that and it is acloudy burnt orange rust color with no head whatsoever thin wispy bubbles are sparse on the top no lacing either . the lack of head and lacing is probably due to the was i poured itvery.veryveryslow . sfruit and caramel jumps out right away faint alcohol plums some spices but not sure what they are mildly sweet and floral tlike drinking fresh flowers also spicy some sweet honey and caramel notes starts mildy sweet like candy then sucks all of the spit out of your mouth with its dry perfume like finish . not bad mind you but not something i am used to . mdry man is it dry light medium bodied lots of carbonation that is hidden until you sip it denjoyed it but one is enough of this style . glad i tried it but not so sure that i would seek this out again,aroma,0.8,1
a black . i put it up to light to see that it s got a bit of carbonation . no head and little lace . s coffee ice cream cones . yep . like a joy ice cream cone and a mild coffee . so that would be vanilla and whatever they mash up to press cones . only beer yet to give me that . m creamy creamy and creamy . licorice end . bitter aftertaste . imperial anyone . t i ll start with a heavy dark chocolate to start . swirl in that vanilla and a little coffee . then alcohol . major bracing backbone to warm the soul . that is where the licorice hides and the outside bitter balances . d we have a winner . this is the best i ve had from left hand plus it s at a great price compared to other great stouts i ve had . get it and pour it over ice cream . nahhh .,aroma,1.0,1
a gold with a hint of red and fully translucent . poured about a finger of head though i have a feeling i poured this one oddly and that might have killed the head quite a bit . s the smell starts out with hops and spice the spice being largely cinnamon with some nutmeg and then fades to a sweet fruity malt aroma with a touch of spice in the background . very pleasant and layered . t very hoppy at first but the finish balances that out with a mild and sweet maltiness . the cinnamon quality is more subdued here in than in the smell . the beer leaves the aftertaste of nutmeg in the back of the mouth . m finishes nicely with a slight foamy sensation on the edges of the tongue and an enjoyable aftertaste . d really a very good beer but i would n t recommend more than one in a sitting . the flavors tend to pile up in beers like this and they become overpowering if you have another one . but hey if you see this around pick some up . it s definitely worth a try and as far as winter brews go it s up there with some of the best .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a dark brown with a light tan head in a tulip glass . the head died quickly with no lace . the aroma of wheat grain and bread . it tasted of whiskey and malt with some bitterness on the finish . the coriander is there but the alcohol content is deceiving this one will hit you hard before you know it . it had a silky mouthfeel with high carbonation it tingled on the tongue . shared with my mom but she did n t like it . it is a good example of a dark belgian .,aroma,0.4,0
on draft at the freetail brewpub . looks like an amber ale minimal head but ok retention . a quick stir awakens the fizz however . aroma is funky and enticing . smells like a farmhouse ale of the jolly pumpkin style . yeasty funk citrus earthy notes more funk . by far the best part of this brew . taste lacks focus . it leans further into the amber pumpkin ale territory than saison . too much pumpkin flavor here too many thanksgiving spices and not enough funk to achieve the flavor profile they re going for . feels like they got confused here as the taste does not match the nose or beer description at all . thin weak body needs improvement . i m disappointed freetail can do much better .,aroma,0.9,1
after hearing such good reviews about this malt i decided to give it a shot . and after finding a pack of ounce cans for under at my favorite local distributor i couldnt resist . the label claims that it is the malt liquor with the imported taste . i cant agree with this statement more . upon the first sip i am reminded of a becks or a heineken but shortly thereafter i am hit with a definite reminder of its malt nature . i must say that this is by far the best malt liquor i have ever tried . it is much lighter in the mouth without the repulsive taste of familiar malts it is also smoother in the throat as well as being lighter in the stomach than any other malt liquor i have tried . if you want a cheap pallatable . serving of alchohol you cant go wrong with this selection . i did not take into consideration the coloration or actual appearance of the liquid since i was trying to keep it ghetto . enjoying it striaght out of the can .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance this is a beautiful light yellow in color with a full gorgeous fluffy white head . smell the stank hit me before i even put my nose down to take a whiff . the cheap corn is more like a nasty mash and there s that rotten taffy flavor that smells like you just stepped on something and need to clean the bottom of your shoe . taste the flavor is a tad better as the grain shows some signs of depth but there s a putrid aftertaste to this beer that really turns one off to the drinking experience . mouthfeel this is a shade bigger than light bodied with some sprightly carbonation . sinkability there are components of this beer that i enjoyed such as the deep grain flavor and the energetic mouthfeel but overall this just did n t cut the mustard .,aroma,0.4,0
shared with friends at the first stumelagram tasting . some intresting things happening here oak syrup mild bbq aromas . nice complex yet light flavours . pretty full in the mouth . goes well with cubed ham . sweet and smoke kissed . til next time,aroma,0.9,1
opaque beautiful oily black . like a glass of engine oil . thin cocoa colored head quickly fades into the black abyss . i know it s . abv but c mon . aroma is off the chain as the kiddies say nowadays . rich roast malt espresso dark fruit molasses sugary black licorice chocolate fudge and woody vanilla . rather than compete and muddle all these scents meld into a unified aroma of awesome . perfect . aggressive roast malt coffee bourbon with some vanilla black licorice thown in . heavy but very mellow due to some time in barrels . thick viscous and wonderful . odd fluffy carbonation which i m assuming is due to the champagne yeast re carbonation . after drinking this i thought i feel special .,aroma,1.0,1
received a fluid ounce bottle of this in a trade w ipaking . poured from the light grey orange labeled bottle w imperial pumpkin ale brewed with pumpkin puree and spices a pumpkin horse head on the neck of the bottle and cap into my oz dewey s pizza pint glass . does not have a freshness date the bottle . aroma has a super strong pumpkin aroma with tons of sweetness spice and ingredient within . rivals schlafly s pumpkin aroma already . appearance pours a . finger head that has terrific retention . has a dark amber orange body color with no clarity . leaves thick lacing down the glass . flavor tons of sweetness spice and malt start off the taste . pumpkin then comes out strongly towards the end and where the bitterness level is medium high . mouthfeel medium full bodied medium high carbonation smooth and leaves awesome amount of pumpkin spice on the palate . overall impression now this one breaks into my top list . maybe i enjoy these high gravity imperial pumpkin ales much more but how could you blame me . these ones have the punch of pumpkin and spice while the lower abv pumpkin ales only have sweetness and malt that fill out the entire taste mouthfeel . i would definitely get your hands on this one if you get a chance . ca n t even notice it is a . brew .,aroma,1.0,1
ml singleton poured into chalice . a mahogany brown light amber when held to light thick . lots of particulate matter not sure if that s my pour the bottle or just the beer . s sweet and dark . rich . t tart and plummy lots of bubbles fades into a dry barley . f bubbles . this thing is seriously chomping at the bubble bit . feels like the thickest champagne in the known universe in the mouth . d good overall far too much carbonation for the thickness .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a snifter . courtesy of florida a mostly opaque dark orange pour . initial pour gets about finger of white head . appears to have decent retention as a ring is always present and a quick swirl gets finger . no lacing though s when i first popped the cap i was hit with the smell of cannabis . once poured it s piney hops and some citrus . nice caramel malt background . one of the nicest smelling dipas imperial pale . i ve experienced t initially starts out with lots of bitterness from the hops . slowly the citrus fruit comes through mostly grapefruit . finishes with more bitterness . a little surprised by this given the smell . let this one warm up a bit as more grapefruit comes out then m medium to full bodied . good carbonation for the style . seems to coat the mouth . residual bitterness left on the tongue d i know it s not a category but this should be a imperial pale . that s because as a dipa it falls short of the standard . that being said i thoroughly enjoyed this beer and hopefully i ll get to try it again,aroma,1.0,1
pours nicely into oversized wine glass . appearance is a sexy deep amber as most of the barleywines i have tried are . smells of complex malts with a touch of earthy hop aromas and raisony as well . taste is sweet malts with a backside of hoppy bitterness bittersweet indeed . alot of hoppyness to offset the sweetness of the malt . a touch of toffee picked up but nothing more from my palate . mouthfeel is exceptional with a nice hoptual aftertaste . hides the abv very nicely . overall i think its a solid barleywine .,aroma,0.6,1
cl brown short necked bottle with a green and yellow label . there s a pic of a bulldog . a pours deep golden with a medium large a bit uneven white head that sets pretty quickly leaving nice lacings . s floral and bitter hops up front citric and slight piney nose . caramell malt . t unbalanced . nothing like the smell led me to belive . sweet malt floral hops but all flavours are faint . m thin body and medium carbonation . aftertaste stays for a little while . d a strange beer . it looked and smelled like a really nice apa but when it hit my lips i tought it was a lager or something . watery and faint .,aroma,0.8,1
a opaque glossy black color . caramel colored head quickly dissappears . little or no lacing . s coffee licoroise roasted malt toffee buttery and chocolate . all scents that i associate with a solid stout . incredibly well balanced . t sugary coffee . artificial sweetner . darkly roasted malts . dark raspberries . not what i expected . m smokey burnt feel . slightly bitter . d looks and smells like a great stout but tast and feel are average . a nice brew but i expect more from samuel smith brews . i ll take a taddy porter over this in a heartbeat .,aroma,0.9,1
i enjoyed it and was surprised to find this beer at wing warehouse . beat the pants off of the domestics on tap . this is an excellent example of a pale ale . medium red brown pronounced hops smell and tasty w o being too bitter . excellent with spicy food in my case hot wings .,aroma,0.6,1
ale brewed with spices herbs and figs . color is golden with a slight off white head . aroma is a bit of chewy stone fruits with an earthy quality . not sweet or tart . flavor is a little funky fairly flat beer a bit of bell pepper like quality that is not very appealing . prolly a decent beer to others just not my cup of suds .,aroma,0.8,1
from notes growler received in a past trade with a generous mn guy . shared with kubrick and a non ba friend . pours a hazy dark golden orange with burnt orange hues when held to a light and a two finger frothy pillowy off white head . excellent retention only slowly fading into a lasting cap that coats the glass with rings streaks and splotches of soapy lacing . as soon as the growler was opened you could smell the dank resinous oily hops from across the room . very earthy and floral with a lots of pine and sticky kind bud character dominating the nose . there s also a good amount of sweet citrus and tropical fruit . hints of pineapple mango grapefruit and citrus rind . subtle malts with hints of sweet alcohol and biscuit . chewy full body with a blast of dry bitter hops that linger throughout into a long dry finish . more one dimensional than the aroma suggests with an overpowering dry earthy pine flavor . slightly floral but mostly just intensely bitter and dry . kind of like eating a tree . resinous sticky and oily with the dryness just coating the tongue in an unpleasant way . this really hurts the mouthfeel and drinkability . not much in the way of sweetness to balance things out . the tropical and citrus fruit notes from the aroma are minimal if not completely absent . it s hard to pick anything else out underneath the dry earthy pine needles . faint malt backbone but again not enough to balance things out much . subtle hits of caramel biscuit and graham cracker . overall i m happy i got to try this beer but it was just too one dimensional for my liking . i love intense bitter hoppy beers but this beer coats the tongue in an unpleasant way and reminds we of having cotton mouth after smoking low grade weed back in college .,aroma,0.9,1
sampled at the brewery . when i was living in white plains i would session this often at the lazy boy then walk home . lots of good memories of enjoying this at a sidewalk table during the summer . a always pours a bright gold color than seems a little brighter than other beers . tons of carbonation and a wonderful fluffy head . s yeast hops and some sweetness from the malt . not really that great a nose on this . definitely it s weak point . t sweetness from the malt citrus from the hops the yeast adds a slight spiciness . the coriander and lemon are noticeable as well . best way to describe it would be like a hoegaarden with some taste . m very crisp on the tongue . this beer is always well carbonated when i get it and it just goes down really easy . d this makes a perfect summer session beer . nice and tasty while not being overwhelming . the wo n t put a hurt on you quick so you really can enjoy a few of these .,aroma,0.6,1
this one was also courtesy of indybeer . thanks . pours out a medium toned peachy looking amber . warm hazy bottom with a weak film head on top . grassy citrus aroma with a hint of lingering malts . very simple straight forward aroma and an overall weak nose . splash of water hits the tongue first with a bit of carbonation followed by the grassy citrus notes and some malts . crisp with a hop finish and bite paired with a toasted character . lingering grapefruit but again not a whole lot else . buttery smooth mouthfeel really saves this brew for me because otherwise this one is about average . a toned down ipa and yeah it s not like an english mild .,aroma,0.4,0
it looks good cloudy brown and carbonated quite well . it smells great . extremely sweet with notes of chocolate and brown sugar . the taste is lacking . all the sweet malt flavors come upfront in the beginning of the taste and quickly go away with the carbonation in the middle . this ends up giving it a more light mouth feel . the tail is almost a confused and conflicted sweet taste . i wonder if it s a bad batch or tap that i got it from . looking over the other reviews i feel like i should have loved this brew but i do n t see myself having it again .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pretty much got what i hoped for from the pour . a foggy bronze color with a frothy half finger white head . lots of lacing that only adds to the beauty . smell hoppy with a nice malt backbone taste mouthfeel let me just say that this one is highly biscuity and i love it . caramel malt gives it a smooth easily drinkable feeling . hop bitterness rounds it out in the end . drinkability snagged this one as an extra in a trade . if i lived up in the northeast i could drink this regularly . a well rounded easy drinker that would pair nicely with a day of football watching .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a large bowl wine glass . golden tones give way to a white head fed by continuous champagne bubbles which nucleate on the surface of the glass . very pretty lacing when tipped . despite careful pouring we managed a fair amount of particulate that now floats around as if it were still actively fermenting . smells slightly floral sour and funky like rancid fruit which is not necessarily a bad thing . tastes . phew . you have to get past the carbonation to taste it but the taste is delicious and layered once you do . it tastes fruity and slightly nutty with a smooth malt afterglow . hoppy bitterness compounds with more tastes . if only the carbonation did n t numb my tongue and send waves of the alcohol parading up my nose every time i sip . otherwise it has a light to medium body and is not hard to get down . this is perhaps not my favorite trappist but i d back it .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from oz can into oz ny mets pilsner glass . appearance deep straw color with a good sized white head that dissipates quickly and leaves lots of spots of lace . smell very weak smell overall some sweet pale malts and grain hints . taste sweet grains throughout with a light herbal bitterness in the finish . light on flavor though . mouthfeel fairly full bodied and smooth with balanced carbonation and a very clean finish . drinkability this beer was actually better than i expected though not great . i would n t go out of my way to get this but if i could find it again for the price i bought it for only can at my local kroger i d buy it without question . worth a shot .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark hazy muddy brown color with zero head . attempts to swirl and induce any head is futile very minimal spotty lacing . aromas begin with dark dark fruits leather oak and light light bourbon . as it warms more you get apple skin and vinous grape notes . some sherry light oxidated notes are also present . really complex to say the least . the tastes begin quite tart surprisingly . dark dark fruits booze soaked dark toasted bread sour cherry and vinous dry soaked oak . as i further sample i get more complex flavors of leather brett barnyard funk mustiness and some pitted stone fruits . once again really complex and different than anything i have ever had . mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with zero carbonation which i usually hate but i do n t mind it here . finish is super dry and oaky which is expected for years of barrel aging . overall i am really pleased with this beer . as others have stated you will either love it or hate it . i m on the side that is a big fan . hopefully over the next year or so the bottle conditioning will up the carbonation a tad to add to the only downside this beer currently has . i imagine this is how many beers used to be back in ancient brewing times with lots of oak character and slight brett flavors . complex and recommended in my opinion maybe not worth the original elevated price tag but still tasty and worth a go if you do n t have to give up a king s ransom for it .,aroma,0.9,1
dark amber color crystal clear and nice lacing . thats about all i can say thats good . taste is bland mouthfeel is a little weak but crisp aroma is non existent . not very impressive . aftertaste is on the malty side which is good too . ive had better marzens . they claim a rich flavor but i disagree .,aroma,0.3,0
batch no . . paired with jalapeno kettle potato chips . nd bottle review posted to ba . air s album moon safari for ambiance . popured into a medium sized pilsner style glass . not a whole lot of head development however the thin layer endures the drinking process . it is gold color and as is customary with bell s beers it is also hazy . wonderful tropical fruit and floral aroma that from my experiences is ever present . after sampling many other ipas the texture of this one is relatively smooth when compared to some hop monsters . the body is medium and it is only moderately bitter . the centennial hops are very distinctive as they come out in the aroma and flavor . semi sweet malt flavor belies the tangerine and herbal hop flavor characteristics . very good drinkability . similar to founder s centennial ipa imagine that . . i do n t know if this is my favorite ipa anymore yet it is still rock solid .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a brown oz bottle into a pint glass . this beer has a nice copper color but poured with relatively no head and only mild lacing . there is not much aroma to comment on slightly malty and grassy but nothing distinct . i had anticipated a richer or mildly smoky aroma . similarly i anticipated that in its taste as well however instead it tasted like a basic lager with a faint roasted malt and mild sweetness . it is a decent lager but not as interesting as i had hoped . on the upside it is a nice tasting beer and easy to drink . it was a welcome refreshment on a hot saturday .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a brassy golden orange color with a fluffy white head that sinks down to a quarter inch or so after a minute.this beer is opaque and i ca n t even see through to the other side of the glass . bits of sediment from the bottle quickly settle to the bottom of my mug . s very fruity.mostly apple and pear like as opposed to the banana blast that comes from a lot of beers of this style . that being said the banana scent is there just beneath the other two along with an almost dry wheaties scent.very enticing . t not quite as exciting as the smell.sweet apple definitely dominates.followed by hints of banana and brown sugar.the wheat is almost all in the after taste . m thick and tongue coating but not sticky . what i mean is that is does n t leave a residue feeling after swallowing just a refreshing wetness.very bubbly but in a good way . d it wo n t knock your dong in the dirt from the alcohol or anything but it is pretty thick and filling . it s refreshing but i d still try to just drink one or two at a time . overall a solid thirst quenching beer with a wonderful smell and decent flavor.it s not my favorite in the style but i ll drink it again for sure . plus it s got a very generous price tag on it .,aroma,0.9,1
new glarus r d gueuze bottled on . . served in new belgium globe glass a pours clear gold with fluffy eggshell white head that recedes quickly and leaves minimal lacing . strikingly effervescent . s even before i hold glass to my nose i can smell whiffs of lactic sourness . yes lactic acid is sharp . some vinegar red wine vinaigrette flowers and a suggestion of brettanomyces . additional aromas includes oak barrel and citric acid . t not as sharply acidic or as complicated as i was expecting after smelling it for ten minutes . brettanomyces is more prevalent and that plays well with sourness . watered down distilled vinegar and apple vinegar with a squirt of lemon juice . this is juxtaposed with some funk barnyard hay and freshly cut oak . i keep picking up a very light buttery note . minimal bitterness . vinegar and funk linger into finish . m light body and light carbonation . the beer is oddly still considering initial burst of bubbles . that s okay as i think light carbonation works with flavor profile . o r d gueuze is quite drinkable but just a slightly above average american take on one of my favorite styles . nonetheless i did enjoy the experience and would revisit this beer . thanks dvelcich for the opportunity .,aroma,0.9,1
this beers a bright hazy yellow color with a monsterous lacing head . the smell resembled a skunk . the taste is complex mellow at first the a huge rush of flavor . very nice to drink no weird flavors but it seems like most people dont like saisons so they may not like this one . overall a really good beer great example of the style .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to warriorsoul for the hookup . oz settles clear in the glass interesting color variations from yellowish gold to crimson towards the surface . bubbles are alive inside . two finger foam forms quickly and dissolves slowly leaving beautiful craters and three dimensional lacing patterns . even the airy foam atop this beer has pungent dry fruity hop characteristics. as i find out as my nose and lips accidentally come in contact with the crown . aroma pleases with juicy hop aromas. not overwhelming and no alcohol detectable . a nice brown sugary malt presence here balances. unexpected but nice . some apple aromas as well as something spicy like yeast . well this beer sure packs a different punch in the flavor . mouthfeel is a bit heavier hop bitterness and overall pine sting are in line with most west coast dipa s and the mouth is pretty much completely coated with botanical resin after one hearty sip . still the lack of alcohol burn in the finish makes this slightly more drinkable . sipping is n t really an option once the addictive bittering sting has been felt . like sour patch kids or warheads this is one beer that provides the hophead with masochistic joy . however through the bottle the bright sweetness fades and most sips are full of aggressive bitterness and a lack of inspiration . met my expectations only wish it was a tad more drinkable . for a pale ale could have dropped to or so and still kicked ass . recommended for fans of hoppy beers. just do n t go in expecting nectar of hop juice spritzer .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a clear deep ruby amber color . generous foamy cream colored head with good retention . malt scent with a feint fruitiness to it . taste is very smooth with a sweet malt middle and a creamy finish . this is a nice additional re introduction . to the sam adams stable of beers . the question remains whether or not it will be available next year on store shelves instead of just in the winter classics pack .,aroma,0.6,1
second euro pale of the night for me . for some reason i keep on picking up samples of this style . pours with nice carbonation producing a frothy finger head sitting above a sligthly cloudy . . . straw yellow body . aroma is a little bit different . i get sweet malts and floral scents typical of this style but there is something to this that i ve never detected in a beer before . it reminds me of walking through a cow pasture that s been a few weeks without cows if that makes sense i used to date a farmer s daughter . thankfully this aroma weakens as the beer warms . taste is typical sweet floral with no discernable hop bite . i probably wo n t be picking up anymore of this beer as zelta obolon and o.k . beer surely meet my euro pale lager requirements . memorable scent though .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours very black with dark brown tan inch head . leaves slow . s at first a little turned off . ashtray comes to mind . after mellowing bakers chocolate is the predominant smell . t bitter charred malty flavor . almost smoky but thankfully not too much . coffee and chocolate in the mix . m creamy coating decent carb . d too heavy handed on the flavor and i do n t really care for the smoky charred aspect . nice but one is enough .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a murky brown color with a finger of head . not much lacing but the head rises up again with a swirt . the aroma is thick with caramel malts oak sweet raisin vanilla and toffee . mesmerizing really . the flavor is very oak forward . lots of raisin and malty sweetness . a bit of boozy heat in the finish . vanilla flavor is also quite evident . the flavors here are amazing but there is a bit of a plastic element that prevents me from giving higher than a for the taste . the body is on the full side of medium . not quite as big as i would like a wee heavy to be but quite nice still . overall this is simply a fantastic beer and one that i will seek out every year when it is released . i have had a sample before this bottle that i thought was mind blowing so i m not sure if the plastic is just due to having an off bottle or what . perhaps i just did n t detect it before . either way it still tastes great .,aroma,1.0,1
from the bottle as soon as i popped the cap got a big wiff of sweetness like brown sugar and a strong alcohol . poured mahogany with a light tan head that left some lacing . aroma the sweetness and alcohol went away out came a sour cherry smell than chocolate malts and spices . flavor a lot better than tha aroma creamy chocolate dark fruits molasses with a nice touch of coffee and a slight bitterness in the finish . that flavor brought the rating up on this beergood beer,aroma,0.6,1
simply put this beer is not my type . i found the smell lacking too much of a skunk to flavors ratio for my very sensitive nose and this in turn resulted in its non drinkability for me . to be fair about what i call skunkiness i did not judge this once but rather on a few separate occasions and the result was always the same for me . some of my friends can drink this one without hesitation but for me i steer clear of it .,aroma,0.2,0
st. peter s comes in the coolest bottle in the store how does the beer stack up . light green bottles always make me nervous . you run the risk of getting a skunky smell . orange hazy pour with a very thin white head . skunky smell until you get way down in there . floral hops with lots of cereal aroma . smell like biscuits and dandelions . the bitterness lasts and lasts very pleasing during a hot day . big mouthfeel . light carbonation makes it feel thicker than it really is .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a polished bronze with a dense foamy head that leaves lots of lace . smells excellent earthy and floral hops and a lot of malt notes including toast biscuit and toffee . taste is . off somehow . it s very tart and a little sour up front and delivers little in the way of hops . what s there i d describe as orange tangerine . lots of biscuity toast and some toffee and plenty of light fruity esters that compliment the light hops flavour . something slightly acrid in there too . finishes with biscuit notes and grainy acridness and a slight mineral enhanced bitterness . the flavours are fine but a poor interpretation of an india ale imo . call it an english pale ale and i d go . to . here mouthfeel is spritzy and light . i does n t seem to have a lot of co but it does bite like it does . it s crisp and refreshing and not at all unpleasant to drink . too bad it s nothing like an ipa,aroma,0.8,1
i guess i just do n t understand this style . after reading some of the reviews here i was really expecting something big . it looks great when you pour it . beautiful brown with a nice fluffy head . smells great with a nice faint aroma of hazelnuts . really looking forward to this . downhill now . this tastes just like a bud light or something . i may taste a little of the hazelnut here but no chocolate or anything like that . watery and unpleasant . this wound up drain pour very quickly. i usually love the sam smith stuff but i just did n t like this one at all .,aroma,0.8,1
beer pours a pale straw yellow you know you ve seen it a thousand times . then again most macro beer drinkers drink from a bottle or a can so maybe you have n t . ok pours the color of a mid afternoon pee if you actually had to pee and were n t necessarily dehydrated . minor foam at the top would n t call it a head . actually smells a bit alcoholic in the nose for second it almost smelled faintly of jim beam but could n t be or was it from all the corn adjuncts . let s put it this way does n t smell like much of anything but what it does smell like is n t necessarily great more like stale grains if anything . the taste is mildly bitter from the sodium of the carbonation of the beer in a club soda sort of way not really like beer . i would n t ever call it awful cause it is far from offensive just not there . i would dare to say budweiser is actually a notch above this cause at least i can taste some green snap from a fresh bud from the hop profile that cleans the tongue whereas this just does nothing . however in all of its marginality it is a good compromise between the overly stale breadiness of a mgd and the annoying green apple snap of a bud it does neither . it s kinda like a dull friend who is willing to join ya . my beer does have some sort of date code i ve been seeing around town nov . so i guess it is fresh but i would never know . mouthfeel is thin and watery of course yet the drinkability is there . hey at . a ounce can you could make worse choices . but at least i did n t pay . for a skunked import that has been pasteurized . as the late great dennis hopper once said heineken . . f ck that sh t . pabst blue ribbon . . .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance beautiful pale yellow and clear with finger head . great look for a pils . smell some nobles are faint but mostly a faint skunky smell taste a pleasant combination of barnyard flavors straw earthiness with nicely balanced noble hop flavoring and slight crisp in the finsih mouthfeel full bodied for a pilsner . nice . overall this a very decent german pilsner in my book . not sure why this one is n t more highly rated by others as its got many good german pilsner characteristics and also has some flavor punch to it not bland by anymeans .,aroma,0.6,1
one thing i can tell ya about sly fox beers before i drink them is they have awesome looking cans . oz . can poured into a pint glass from caseys in drexel hill pa. a dark red body but you can almost see through the bottem of the glass.head was nice but didnt last more then a few seconds.some lacing on the glass . s malt and there is a smell of dirt maybe im crazy but it smells like earth.faint hop smell and it dont smell like bitter hops . t there really isnt a taste that i can compare this to as ive had warsteiner dunkel but that was a while ago.i can sorda taste the malt on the tip of my tongue.i dont taste any hops on this one . m the carbonation is pretty harsh on this one but not to the point where i dont enjoy it.goes down real smooth and is medium bodied . d i like it but it may take some time to get used to.i bought a pack and plan to have of them today and save the rest for some other time.ide buy this again next year maybe i havnt had this style of beer in a while and thats why the taste doesnt seem familiar to me but none the less a very good beer from a great brewery .,aroma,0.4,0
pours muddy dark brown with a finger head that stuck around for good while smells of chocolate roasted malt and a tiny bit of dark fruit taste what a let down watery flavors just a complete mess after such a great nose mouthfeel was a little over carboanted but overall food drinkability is always as good as the taste and this beer taste was such a let down,aroma,0.9,1
served on tap kickbacks appearance is impressively clear golden straw in color . one of the most clear ales i have seen to date . mild aromas if any pale malts . tastes of pale malt subtle sweetness with a hint dry tupelo finish . maybe a subtle dash of butterscotch sweetness . very clean flavor profile all very subtley balanced flavors . mouthfeel is very light bodied and crisp carbonation . drinkability is solid offering for a light bodied ale and or lager alternative . refreshing and an impressive rep of the style . additional info i attended a swamphead beer dinner at kickbacks here in jacksonville florida . the lineup overall impressed me brews were appropriatte to style and well done across the board . i most notably enjoyed the hoe hoe hoe wit tupelo cream ale stumpknocker apa and whiskey barrel aged as standouts for the evening . overall a very talented brewery across the entire lineup . i had chance to meet luke the owner who was a great guy and craig the brewer who was passionate and open to share his processes . both were knowlegdable and i am very excited about this new florida brewery . here is are most of the swamphead brews that were offered at the dinner hoe hoe hoe winter seasonal a belgian style specialty ale with cranberries ginger and orange blossom honey wild night tupelo honey cream ale cottonmouth belgian style wheatbier stumpknocker american pale ale big nose ipa saison du swamp florida style saison with rye imperial ipa imperial ipa aged in palm ridge whiskey barrels midnight oil oatmeal stout with locally roasted organic fair trade coffee alderwood smoked porter chipotle smoked porter stumpknocker infused with chipotle peppers catherine s inspiration russian imperial stout catherine s passion russian imperial stout infused with organic cocoa nibs and midnight oil coffee,aroma,0.6,1
poured on tap at church key into a tuliip glass . giving off to a red orange body with a nice little creamy off white head . this beer manages to keep a thin puck while drinking throughout . some tiny lacing is visible but the beer has this just wonderful color . i have to say though for the smell it s pretty closed . i get a very muted clean but almost cherry cough drop smell that is hard to find . luckily there is n t anything on here that smells bad or off putting . first taste is kind of hoppy with a full juicy chewy body . big herbal hibiscus tea finish . hints of cinnamon and a great almost sweet rose petal potpurri sensation . pretty good overall here not sure i can compare much for this style . i think the thing that impresses me the most is the beer s appearance to say the least .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours solid brown . small white brown head . s classic belgiun smell. sweet dark fruits. caramel and brown sugar . t pretty bland and tart . there is a strong bite that seems to be a combination of high carbonation and spice . it s not sweet like a typical belgiun which i d rather have . where is that brown sugar i smelled . malt dominance with hints of boozy scotch . not complex . m thick bodied medium carbonation . d yuck. i wish i would n t have gotten the bomber . to tart and to much of a plastic type taste .,aroma,0.9,1
the colorado kind was served in a pint glass with just a lacing around the rim say what you will about no head from previous experience i know it can retain a nice one but i was n t about to complain about a very full pint . the color is a very hazy golden brown so thick you ca n t see the bubbles streaming up . the nose is an intense floral hop with a very slight caramel scent . the primary taste in this beer is hops . hops to start hops in the middle and hops in the finish . this is one of the hoppier apas i ve run across and gives some ipas a run for their money . fortunately the brewers did n t forget the malt which while playing second fiddle to the bitter hops balances the beer nicely adding just a touch of that caramel bready scent to the flavor . the body is medium not thick and not thin . as for drinkability this is an excellent session beer but is also enjoyable on it s own . the colorado kind is a staple of the mountain and southern suns perhaps one of their best brews and the one i regularly order . while not stellar this is a very solid beer .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle poured into pint glass no freshness date . a pours a motor oil black with hints of deep ruby has a brown bubbly head not much lacing but very nice retention . lots and lots of craters and quite bubbly maybe its the new cap . s big coffee and big chocolate with hints of ripe fruit plums and molassas very inviting . t mf sort of disapointed with this one maybe it was because i picked it up at world market and who knows how long that thing had been sitting around getting light struck even though i picked it out from the back of the display but who knows what goes on there . anyways this beer has a sort of dry taste when i was expecting something a bit creamier but maybe i m holding it up against rasputin when i should n t be but still . taste is a bit flat with faint chocolate and coffee with a mild tobacco finish . how could the smell be so inviting but the taste be so flat . d i would for sure try this one again and not buy it from world market but a real liqour store which might allow for a fresher review .,aroma,0.9,1
quick hit points looks bit and thick think of a guinness in terms of the massive head and the cascading look . deep and dark red . the smell is feint but boy does that thick and milky head stick around . it s lke a scottish ale but without the bite not harsh . smooth and milky major big swath of milky lace taste is sweet actually some chocolate the scotch ale taste is there but very mild not as pungent as usual has a alcohol presence but it is subtle it s a balanced scotch ale not brutal . the milkyness means it does n t burn on the way down .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a deep ruddy brown color with a light brown head that fades fairly quickly . s deep and floral huge plum notes banana indistinct sweetness . t dark fruits fig brown sugar plum . m thick with medium carbonation . d i m not a big fan of this beer . the smell was great but the taste just didnt deliver .,aroma,0.9,1
not normally one for the imports but thanks to my brother for this one . an almost brown red colored brew with a substantial cappuccino like head which stuck around . smells are light with a toffee like finish . malts are prominent . wo n t impress you that much . but a very delicious beer . crisp with a malt background . a full body but surprisingly light . you ll enjoy ireland s oldest brew . ca n t wait to make it there sometime soon .,aroma,0.4,0
extra pale indeed . much more so than i expeceted actually . the color is almost straw colored and would likely be the perfect ruse to lure your unsuspected unenlightened bud drinking friends into the world of fine beer were it not for the mountinous white head floating atop it supported by oodles of swirling dancing carbonation . the aroma too is unrevealing mostly a light grainy malt with a hint of herbal hops and perhaps a bit of banana . the taste however gives the game away . zingy from the start with a sort of lemony crispness to the body from the hops and ample carbonation . the taste gives way ever so smoothly . to a gentle deep malt sweetness which does as much to add a certain richness to the body as it does to balance the flavor . this sweetness is the most noticeable characteristic of the finish but the hops are still there in a blend of herbal and citric zing . easy to see this as a session beer and a very nice one at that . in balance and smooth blending of flavors and body characteristics i m hard pressed to think of another beer of the style better fitted .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . appearance a deep chestnut but no head to speak of just a thin ring of foam . smell nutty with some hints of espresso and whiskey . taste and mouthfeel not much of a nutty flavor more like burnt coffee . not much malt sweetness . finishes earthy . mouthfeel is a little thin . drinkability goes down easy enough the question is is it interesting enough to want another . notes disappointed with this one there are better brown ales out there . just was flat and one dimensional .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle . pours a dark amber gold color with a lacking white head . it looks a little lighter than i was expecting . aroma falls short . i get subtle hints of caramel and a tinge on citrus but i had to look hard for them . flavor is a little on the under noted side . this could be a bit more upfront . there are hints of caramel and maybe fruit at the end . kinda weird . it is very easy to drink just not very full flavored . not bad just not great .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a beer that while not having a particularly outstanding taste does offer a unique fruity smell . i consider it a light tasting beer with the same alcohol content as a regular lager . it will never be my first choice for a beer but this is what i like about it it goes down easy while having a distinct smell and much more taste than something like corona or bud light or coors light . overall not a great beer but not a bad choice for a session or a warm day . also i love the taste of the head of this beer . i think it tastes better than what lies beneath .,aroma,0.8,1
nice color for the style . clean typical of a lager . unfortunately it comes in a clear bottle and was a bit lightstruck skunky . had a cornlike aroma with some underlying graininess . typical of an american lager . a bit of a noble hop flavor but the sweetness of the grain and corn overide the hops . it was light in the body and in the carbonation . a bit of a slick feeling on the tongue with a slight dryness in the aftertaste . overall a middle of the line beer . it would have been nice to see ab take more of a craft brew stance on this and use american hops . if they are going for a carribean style give it some citrus flavor . people buy these types of beer in hopes of finding something with flavor and complexity . this one is lacking .,aroma,0.4,0
a deep amber color with less than a finger of head that fades to a ring in a minute . s some sweet malt and some slight hops and alcohol but overshadowed by an intense spicy aroma pepper pumpkin nutmeg . t does n t really taste like beer . has a bunch of crazy spice flavors . egg nog pumpkin pie pepper cinnamon and some faint malt and hop notes just to keep it a beer and not a winter spiced nog . m smooth and thick almost syrupy . medium low carbonation and some slight warming alcohol . d i can finish the bottle . i think i can i think i can .,aroma,0.8,1
i though i pasted my days of mickey s ice until saw the of review . um no . true out of the dirty s florida has no s it s a better one . way better than hurricane but we wo n t get into that . it has the standard mass produced fill in scent of rice and hops with a lovely sweet kick in the mouth alcohol taste . i understand if your low on cash and what not . that s cool . but make a collection and get a home brewery kit it worked for me .,aroma,0.2,0
aroma i smell very sweet cotton candy first . next there s some grapefruit or orange citrus aromas . finally there s a hint of oak and bitter hops . it smells delicious . appearance deep amber in color with a thick light cream colored head . head is long lasting . taste there s a lot of hop bitterness right on the foretaste . the bitterness actually builds towards the midtaste and then slowly fades in the aftertaste . after a few sips the malt sweetness is able to come through in a big way bringing with it oak flavors . the aftertaste may actually be a little too sweet . mouthfeel this one has a nice thick body . creamy texture . the hops make for an astringent feeling in the back of my throat . i m surprised not to get very much alcohol warmth given the abv . overall this is an excellent dipa although i could n t drink too much at one sitting . i m curious as to how this will age into a barleywine .,aroma,1.0,1
got this beer as a sample from my sale rep. did n t really know what to expect . first poured golden yellow almost golden chard . as far as the smell goes it has that musky skunky smell that i really do n t like and it does n t taste that much different from its smell . the body is really light with a good bit of carbonation . overall do n t really care for this beer but if you like it then great .,aroma,0.2,0
cl into a tulip . pours a crystal clear rich garnet gorgeous with strong back light minor light tan head fairly short lived ok lacing . aroma is clean and bright . sassafras along with quiet vanilla sit beneath a strong phenolic note . very nice taste includes a mild tang . low sweetness tiny dry zero bitter . relatively bland unfortunately . aftertaste is thankfully short lived as it s not a strength . thin lively mouthfeel . cheers jd,aroma,0.9,1
ehh . tried this at a friends party along with other nasty beers . last night . poured pale medium head . very carbonated . more so than a normal macro . smell well not much more than water . taste . well just lite with lime . thats it . maybe some salt . not very appealing not even much of a lawn beer . rather drink mgd or a bud if that was the only choice . finish well . i m glad its finished .,aroma,0.3,0
very appetizing rich golden amber color much like cider . the head is white and very fizzy it dissapates almost instantly into just a bit of film on top . there is n t much in the nose just a hint of green apple and a slight touch of caramel vanilla and brown sugar . i wish there were more power in these scents . the flavor is the real shining part of this beer . there is a strong apple base that lets flavors like cinnamon caramel brown sugar maple and vanilla . there is great power in each of these flavors but none of them dominate the others . this is a harmony seldom found in such potent flavors . it is with delay that i rate the taste . because there is little to really establish this as beer but the flavor is sublime regardless so i went ahead with the perfect . the body is nice a thick not heavy though much like syrup . there is a little carbonation that lightens the sip at the end preparing the pallette for the next sip . the refreshing quality of this beer low alcohol content and great flavor make this one of the most drinkable beers i ve ever had i wish it were a regular offering so i could make it my dedicated session beer . terrific .,aroma,0.7,1
after hearing so much about this beer and everywhere i went the beer ran out just when i ordered it . it was to my surprise that this beer disappointing in every respect . considering i am a stout and porter drinker it should not be surprising . this pilsner style beer has a hazy color and a mild ale aroma . as for the flavor it was disappointingly light in body flavor and mouthfeel . will stick with the porters and stouts next time .,aroma,0.7,1
deep garnet body with only a smidgen of head not really what i look for with a german style weiss . color is nice however . the brothers consistently nail aroma . bubblegum and tart cherry with moderate roasted qualities and a faint hint of wheat twang . strong sweet tart interplay to start with plenty of dark fruit to support . not much in the way of the yeast comes through and the finish is shockingly flat in the flavor department . there is however a surprising long chocolaty aftertaste that ties things up nicely . probably could use a bit more carbonation and the body is n t as full as others of the genre . still a nice entry from two bros. and a worthwhile brew to give a shot .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle with b notched translation . og . ibus brewed wtih maris otter malt sampled . after decanting off of the judicious sediment the brew settles to a copper hue with medium carbonation and two fingers of semi tight tan head that retains a foamy cap and leaves a bit of lacing . little sour little sweet in the nose with cherries and pits . peppery flavor with alcohol notes some sourness lactic acidity and mild hops . it has a medium to full body with ample carbonation a prickly middle and dry finish . not too bad really but definitely not what they were aiming for and i am judging based on the style on the label . unfortunately this is the second soured bottle review in a row ah well got ta try to not let bottles hide in the back of the stash for so long .,aroma,0.4,0
sampled from the source on reviewed from notes color is a dark mahogany with more red than brown small inch off white creamy head that disappears quickly no lacing aroma is made up of cinnamon other light spices sage plums and sweetness flavor was both too sweet and spicy quite overpowering and especially once it warmed berries and malt dominate the flavor by the end this had very little balance mouthfeel was a bit thick and did not have enough carbonation slightly hot sweet spicy and pungent mouthfeel taste lingered too long could not drink much of this at all heavy on the stomach same taste over and over again would not drink again if i went back not recommended,aroma,0.7,1
grabbed at my traditional friday excursion to lincoln park binny s . figured i d give it a shot . a short rise of gigantic bubbles quickly dissipates to leave a similar collar . very little residue more like biofilm for a cap . lemonhead amber liquid many individual bubble streams . the collar fakes a moderate amount of lacing . s large amount of aromatics here . strongly grapefruit in character citrus of oranges and lemons behind that notebook paper and minute hops profile . t the grapefruit is a tease . it gives me the sistine chapel touch before the hops dominate . a huge kick in the teeth of pine resin pretty much takes over and dominates even into the finish after the sweet fiction of a start . very duo chromatic nature here . m refreshing almost thin moderate body . many places of residue . lips and all surrounding tissues cheeks soft and hard palate teeth . the hops just cling every where the little buggers can find . d delicious and enjoyable to drink . i prefer to smell it to be honest but that wo n t last forever . the hops become distracting towards the middle but it is no where near the annoyance of a hop bomb . as expected the alcohol is not a problem . i d tick it again but i would n t order it when i was in the mood for an apa .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer is dark with a thick head to start the head dissipates but remains on the glasses edge . the aroma is full of roasted malts and is very pleasant . the beer starts with a roasted carbonation and you expect a larger maltyness that never come . the carbonation quickly dissipates while the roasted flavor remains think a like a stout but with no malt .,aroma,0.9,1
sampled at the lumber baron s beer tasting event . waldorff poured it themselves so they meant for it to be consumed . the pour looked like a normal pale slightly cloudy tanish light head . it smelled okay malt and bitter hops . the taste is some malt some bitter and wham a citrus after taste . another reviewer called it sour apple . maybe sour orange is closer for me . why would you serve beer lovers something like this .,aroma,0.7,1
i picked up a six pack of strawberry short s cake last week for . at the lager mill . i love trying the experimental beers from short s so when i saw this newly released beer on the shelf i knew i had to give it a try and see what it s like . no visible bottling but i know it s fresh since i got it a couple days after they released it . poured from a brown oz bottle into a imperial pint glass . a the label looks ok the pink background makes it look a little girly but i like the drawing of a strawberry short cake crammed into a pint glass . it poured a nice amber red color that made it look almost pink . it had three fingers worth of fluffy white head that quickly dissipated to a thin ring . s the first thing i get is a nice dose of tart strawberry s that does n t smell artificial and was not overly sweet . after the strawberry presence up front was all the nice biscuit malts that are pretty dominate . it actually smells similar to a strawberry shortcake u got that sweet strawberry topping slightly sweet cream and a heavy presence of biscuits . t the taste is similar to the aroma but some things are n t as balanced . the taste starts off with some nice tart strawberry s that are more tart then they are sweet and that is the way it should be . in the middle i pick up some nice milky cream flavors that i assume are from the milk sugar in this beer i like this slight touch to the beer it s nice . after the milk sugar and through the finish it s all about the biscuit malts they impart a pretty dominating biscuit flavor that actually does resembles homemade biscuits . my only complaint is that the biscuit malts could have been toned down a little to allow better balance with the strawberry s and the lactose but i do n t feel like it hurt the beer that much . i did n t really pick up any hops in this beer and i do n t think it needs it . m smooth and pretty light bodied i think this beer could have been a little thicker i think this beer is much more suited for a medium body . carbonation was medium and good better then most short s but the head retention was n t good . overall i thought this was pretty good experimental beer short s was going for a strawberry short cake in beer form and i think they came pretty damn close to that making the beer exactly what the name implies and in my book if you can do that with an experimental beer then it is a success . i liked the flavor and aroma the most of this beer it is what a dessert beer should be like . i liked the appearance the least it just did n t have great glass appeal . this is n t the most drinkable beer but with the sweetness in check two or three of these would n t be out of the question and it makes for a nice after dinner treat after a long hot day . i am pretty sure one six pack is all i am going to get this year since this beer sells out fast but if they release it next year i will for sure get some . this beer may not be for everyone but if you like beers that push the limits i highly recommend it . this beer is classified as a fruit beer but the high amount of biscuit malts makes this not overly fruity so even if fruit beers are n t your thing you may still like it . my only tip for this beer is to treat it like an ipa and drink it fresh this beer does not age well and the milk sugar will cause re fermentation and this beer will not be the same also keep it refrigerated . short s did a great job with this beer they really are the kings of taking tasty food and making the beer equivalent of it that ca n t be easy to do so i got to respect it is it to much to ask for a baklava beer maybe baklava black ale think about it .,aroma,0.9,1
just got back from julios saw that they had exclusive beer they sell in growlers for only . . had to try the saison . appearance pours a medium to light orange with about a fingered head when poured vigorously . fluffy head but dissipates really quickly while it sits in the glass it is almost clear with no trace of lacing or even a head for that matter kind of a turn off . aroma this is where the beer shines i feel . a great funk barnyard grassy astringent blast right to your nostrils . the smell of this beer is wonderful and begs for the first sip . taste definitely follows the nose . barnyard and belgian yeast right up front almost a brett taste the astringency is in the back with grassy notes . a pretty damn spot on saison . mouthfeel to me this is where the beer lacks . the head has quickly faded away and the carbonation feels like it is missing something it could be because it came from the growler so please keep that in mind . however it is a little wishy washy and thin . overall for . a growler at . abv you really ca n t go wrong with this stuff if i was closer to the place i would buy this as a regular beer often . great smell and decent tasting beer i am enjoying it .,aroma,0.9,1
very smooth pale ale . probably one of the most mellow ales i have had in a while . not to say this was weak just smooth and tasty . i could many these at one sitting . this is a nice beer to give to inexperienced beer drinkers not intimidating .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to craytonic for opening this instawhale . vibrant pink and red . very light head and retention . light gritty dregs are apparent in the liquid . glows almost radioactively with girly colors . acidic and fruity nose . fun berry aromas . the nose was the best part of this beer . very dry and puckering . super light on the raspberry and fruit additions . could definitely have used a bit more . the flavors were too choppy from beginning to end . it either needs time or is just too broken up . a flavor resembling the bottle of realemon everyone keeps in the fridge matt said it and instantly we all connected the dots . light mouth medium carbonation and very dry . ml bottle split ways and i was ok with the portion i had . this beer was a bit more hype than i care for but the cause is definitely worth it .,aroma,0.9,1
edition . pours out to a slightly hazy dark amber with ruby accents forming a large soapy and rocky dark beige head with excellent retention and sticky sheets of lacing . carbonation is moderate . the aroma is very toasty and biscuity slightly earthy and herbal and dry immediately reminding me of it s colorado cousin fat tire . the mouthfeel is middle of the road with a round yet lively finish and medium body . the taste is quite odd and unique . starts with very herbal flavor hops followed by weak light roast coffee roasted barley and then this wierd medicinal liquor type earthy bitterness with some medicinal hops thrown in . the finish is lightly dry . sharp alcohol adds a distinct astringency and peppery bite to the aftertaste . slight amount of fusels . the tylenol and saccharin bitterness hangs on the tongue longer than i want it to . i wanted to like this but i just ca n t get over the pronounced and bizarre herbal medicinal finish . i m hard pressed to finish this one .,aroma,0.8,1
i love creme brulle and i love beer so this should be great . the beer is nice and dark and pours with a thick full head that has nice retention . the nose is extremely close to creme caramel not really creme brulle but it smells incredibly interesting . everything is down hill from there . the beer is disgustingly sweet cloying is not even close to accurate . this beer is thick with sugar and just over the top nasty . vanilla so overpowering on the front that there is n t much left to taste . the beer finished even worse with an overly bitter kick and nothing even close to a stout s character . i rinsed my mouth out with water after the first sip . as the beer warms things go from bad to worse . this is a novelty act in the extreme and i would never buy the beer again . totally disgusting .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance does n t pour much like a ris the color is right but the head formation does n t create the bubbles deep into the liquid that settle down into a frothy cap this one just creates a tan head atop the liquid that quickly fades to a ringlet smell very roasty with plenty of charred character molasses and licorice as well taste burnt black bread with dark chocolate molasses and licorice up front but by mid palate a plastic phenolic element arrives that ruins the flavor the charred character lingers in the aftertaste mouthfeel medium to full bodied with moderate carbonation somewhat thin for the style overall no telling how old this beer was but i note that earlier reviews of this were much more positive befitting the accolades awarded the homebrew recipe something has happened either the beer does n t age well or there is a quality control issue,aroma,0.7,1
appearance poured from the ml bottle into a st. bernardus goblet . the darkest brown you can imagine with a massive offwhite creamy head that i had to wait for to finish pouring even after a careful pour . smell this is one of the most complex aromas i ve ever come across . what first appears mildly hoppy explodes into a crazy fruity tangy aroma of raspberries currants candy sugar caramel malt and a number of other notes that i could n t place my finger on . taste almost underwhelming after the fantastic aroma but lives up to the hype . subtle introduction of malt and some dark fruit but all the flavor comes in the finish during which the powerful yeast makes itself known as does a certain earthy spicy character . alcohol also has a presence here with a slight burn on the midpalate but actually kind of pleasant . surprisingly subdued and also very smooth . mouthfeel velvet smooth and full bodied as it just slides down the back of the throat . slight alcohol burn and numbness after each sip but not in a bad way . drink amazing richness yet hides its alcohol content well . could have a couple of these . overall this is a highly complex brew . the taste and aroma have such depth that it takes some time to work everything out . pretty amazing .,aroma,1.0,1
pale copper hue topped by a tall pitted persistent off white head . frothy near lace remains . the aroma is a vibrant combination of tangerine juice and zest hop nose along with mellow esters of a ripe pear nature . understated light caramel bolsters fruity sweetness . spot on and appetizing aromawise . the flavor is a touch more dull than the aroma implied . upfront is a brief sugared grapefruit impression which is promptly complemented by a stately duo of bready almost husky base malt and dextrin malt sweetness . hop bitterness seems soft at first but an undertone of minerally chalky dryness accentuates it . high sulfate water . hop flavor is of gentle citrus and is akin to dilute orange marmalade . devoid of any pine notes and i like that . lightly bodied with a mouthfeel that could use a notch more viscosity . finishes parching with notes of bone dry cracker and dried unsweetened lemon slices . a unique pale with simple malt and hop character . a no frills very tasty brew . worth drinking if available in your area but perhaps not one to actively search out .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this beer at mahar s where the bartender described it as a decent session beer . i found it to be an acceptable session beer lacking in taste somewhat and aroma completely though . it pours a cloudy amber color with a white head . it had almost no aroma at all though which was a bit disappointing . the flavor had very light malt aroma with no hop aroma with a bit of lemon in the background . it also had a flavor i could n t exactly place but might have been some smokiness . it had a light body and fairly low drinkability .,aroma,0.4,0
on draft at churchkey in d.c . the beer is reminiscent of a conflagration trapped inside an hourglass . fire tinged orange and red hued liquid with low carbonation thin head and very little lacing . the aroma bloody mary . short s nailed this one . spicy tomatoes peppercorns alcohol tabasco peppers . admittedly i am not the biggest fan of bloody marys . however i ca n t imagine a beer masquerading as a bloody mary more convincingly than short s bloody beer . the spices and pepper are quite forward and the beer brings plenty of heat . best in small quantities . absolutely worth a try . extremely creative and interesting .,aroma,0.9,1
just drank one from the bottle . sure it s a light macro but it s probably the best of them because at least there s some flavor . a looks like all the light macros except it s slightly darker than bud light s none to speak of t very limited with a little better hop character than its peers m fizzy quickly feels like water d granted you can chug this stuff though i m not sure you d want another overall ahead of its peers but that does n t say much,aroma,0.2,0
pilot series bottle i just found . appearance . pours a murky cloudy copper and browned fluid . much like a rich amber has been tainted with the juices of a red fruit . the while fingers of head really stuck around a bit and have left a thin foamy layer steadily about in my cheater pint . appears to be ready to make some lace . smell . light fresh crisp and fruity raspberry aromas . like holding your nose right up to a freshly picked raspberry as the hairs between the fruits tickle your nose . light brown sugar sweetness and thin caramel nose . i am really looking forward to the gulp . taste . nice earthy wheat malt backdrop with a subtle raspberry blanket across the tongue . there are certainly some bitter hops at play here . grassy piney and a bit like dry herbs . zest balances in between a rather mild wheat malt and subtle sweet fruitiness . there seems to be a healthy amount of wheat which is nice and a surprisingly healthy dose of bittering hops . the raspberry sits nicely within which is odd since they played such a role in the nose . does n t quite hold up to my expectations though . bit of a tartness to it as well afterwards . mouth feel . well carbonated. almost too much for this style of beer . medium to light bodied and a bit chewy . tartness keeps the palate watering . bit chalky from the blandness of the malt . not so bad but average compared to my expectations . overall . for me it s tough comparing such a beer to others of its equal style . but this one fell slightly short for my expectations . it is still a very solid brew but for the price which does n t reflect my score i should have been able to acquire a pack of the same thing . it s nice to see such a brew from alaskan down here in vancouver wa at a whole foods but i just ca n t say go out and try it . . it s solid but nothing to rave about .,aroma,0.9,1
cl into a tulip . pours a hazy rich honey no attempt at retaining the yeast magnificent dense frothy head perfect . no tripel has a finer aroma so many layers so many notes . i can hold this the furthest from my nose than any other tripel and still sense the entire scent . taste for me does n t match the sight and smell because negative phenols are just too pronounced . everything else is simply superb but this version of phenols just does n t make my tastebuds happy saddens me . still very good but i d choose other tripels first . it has a nice trick after the trailing bitterness fades a quiet echo of banana appears . cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle served in a regular pint glass . the beer pours an amber color with a finger head . there is great lacing with this beer as well as head retention . i could not get much out of the aroma with this one . i could only pick up hops and malt . perhaps this is due to the glass that i used . the taste is predominately hop oriented . the first sip there is a pinch of malts and then it is all hops . the carbonation is fine and the beer goes down very smooth . this is an interesting take on the style and one that might improve with a little more balance .,aroma,0.4,0
just had a sam adams cream stout lets see how this compares . jet black with a sizable tan head . not very aromatic coffee and raisins . taste is where this one shinesdeep creamy milk chocolate hints of dark fruit espresso . hops do their job in not allowing this to become too sweet or overly malty . mouthfeel is awesome . full luscious and smooth . well done .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle acquired in trade with hoppymeal thanks . . bottle . poured a medium to deeper and muddy reddish purplish brownish color with a smaller sized head . aromas of lots of different berries strawberies blueberries blackberries and raspberries . i would get a different berry every time i sniffed . the berries were done nice . tastes of the same berries with some light rye bread in tehre as well . light tart finish . good thing i like all the types of berries in this one . notes from,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle from the summer mixed pk a yellowish orange with a small head . somewhat cloudy but not as much as i would expect s i really ca n t get much out of this . maybe some oranges citrus and a little yeast . t i ll call this oberon lite . no real hefe characteristics . more of the oberon orange tang but not as prevelent . also some butterscotch toffee characteristics . m more watery than it should be . d probably the best attribute a few cold ones of this would hit the spot on a hot summer day . not one of sam s best . nothing bad just very very average .,aroma,0.4,0
a a hazy nut brown color with a creamy white head . kinda reminds me of a light root beer . not much head but little lacing . s faint grassy hops and roasted nuts apple . a more fresh hop scent . t easy on the pallet . pure bright hops . some bitterness in the back of your tongue . m lively and light for the style . little to no aftertaste . d easy to drink . not too complex .,aroma,0.8,1
mad props to d r for finally busting this out . i remember that it was supposed to be one of the first beers they did a long time ago . looks nice . looks like a schwarz . big creamy tan head . dark body . opaque . basically black with maybe a little brown caramel ruby cola colors at the edges under light . smells decent . cream and vanilla on the nose . a definite spicy thing in the nose too but not in a hoppy way and i would be shocked given the style if i m smelling alcohol . tastes real good . smooth and creamy with a coffee chocolate thing . the faint bitterness at the finish melded with the natural chocolate notes gives a really fun baker s unsweetened bitter chocolate aftertaste . fairly crisp and clean finish considering the nice maltiness it has . mouthfeel is again smooth and creamy . drinkability is high . very enjoyable to sip or gulp . i d love to have another nice beer . really nice beer . a . the rating so far at this point i do n t know about that . i think some people are getting caught up in the duck rabbit hype the limited release ness and the unusual ness of schwarz . hell maybe this is an a it is damn good . b a . really borderline . i really like it but it is n t knocking my socks off . i do n t think it is better than the sam adams black lager and that was bucks cheaper than this before the crappy sam adams distrib in the area discontinued it schwarz is just such a nice style . i think if more people got over their omg a daaark beeer fears this style could be a hit . it is so enjoyable to both the enthusiast and the layman . it is interesting and can be complex enough for the enthusiast but it is just so damn smooth rich and clean for the layman . easily approachable . i ve had some success recommending schwarz to folks looking to get into non lite beer for those reasons . rich and tasty yet smooth and easy to drink .,aroma,0.6,1
oz twist off bottle . it pours a deep dark brown black . the head is tall and foamy and light tan . it recedes moderately quickly with some decent lacing . the smell is pure cocoa . it has that powdered cocoa scent with a hint of plastic and soap which is odd . there is a little bit of raspberry . the flavor is a classic american porter with a subtle tangy raspberry flavor . it is pretty good and an upgrade form the smell . it is smooth and velvety . a nice effort .,aroma,0.4,0
smell is unbelievable . fresh and spicy with some floral notes . the incredibly complex aroma of this beer is definitely a highlight of it.i could smell this damn thing all night without taking a sip.taste is very goo.definitely leans to the bitter side quite heavily but there is a good malt backbone with some soft caramel undetones . strong bitterness on the long finish . taste does n t quite match the smell but still very good overall.,aroma,1.0,1
nice clear golden color . good head that makes a nice lacey pattern down the glass . but expectation exceeds results once the brew hits the tongue . the body is a bit thin and the flavor follows suit . no honey no sweetness that i could discern . if the best by date did n t say november i d say this beer had passed its time .,aroma,0.8,1
insert sarcastic comment about luck here . abv ml twistoff bottle . found after a party at my house . poured into a lager glass . appearance is clear yellow effervescent body under a modest white cream head . leaves a cloud and a thick collar . aromas of metal spice creamed corn . no malt aromas at all . sweet palate aggressive carbonation stings the mouth . oily texture . loads of residual sugar in the finish which is short . could use way more maltiness . weak .,aroma,0.3,0
oz . can . a golden murky honey color with a tiny white head that quickly fades . decent . s sweet earthy grapefruit upfront blended with hints of vanilla . citrus hops on the backend . good . t super dry upfront . not really a hop type dryness . more like a shot of hard liquor type dry . this is followed a metallic carbonated hop flavor blended with water . not much on the backend . eh not great . m a little too much carbonation on this brew hides the potential in this one . decent . d nothing special in this dept . all in all this is not a worth while brew . not for the ipa fan or malt heads .,aroma,0.8,1
served at the bar out of tap barcelona lager was prominent on the serving glass . clear light yellow no lacing low carbonation . this bar just opened weeks ago . was a clean hoppy beer not over powering hops . did not smell anything . mouth feel was very thin . like the beer was water . on last few mouthfuls detected a slight butter taste in the ending . i am not into hop beers so i might have been a bit biased . would not drink again . cheers,aroma,0.4,0
another sample present in michael jackson s great beer book copped a oz bottle singly from total wine and more in west orange . pours a typical pisener amber color with minimal head . smell is basically non existent . very bland taste was pretty good but overall nothing to write home about . could easily confuse this with plenty of other beers . not much flavor but a decent drinkable taste nonetheless . slightly bready with a clear crisp finish . worth a try but would n t go out in search of this one . not bad .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a pitch black with a third of the glass filled with tan foam that just seemed to rest on top and had no plans of going anywhere . s aroma is mainly bitter chocolate and a hint of brown sugar along with just a hint of hops . t nice roasted malt flavor along with a good amount of chocolate and a hint of bitterness in the finish m smooth and creamy with a good amount of carbonation appropriate for the style . medium bodied . d very drinkable its very smooth and nicely balanced .,aroma,0.6,1
a the pour is a dark mahogany sort of color with just a thing layer quickly dissipating off white head . s smells strongly of prunes and toasted bread . there is a little bit of plum as well as some table sugar . also a very pronounced aroma of soy sauce . t as with the aroma heavy on the prunes and sugar . it s sort of watery but it does have some cola and dark fruit flavors as well as the more typical bread . m light in body with quite low carbonation . o the aroma was just unpleasant . flavor was n t too bad though .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from the bottle into a tulip . this seems fitting to drink after watching dogfish head the show or brewmasters . i first heard of this beer when a buddy of mine mmva sent me a text message from a bar in springfield illinois i know crazy imagine finding a bar there telling me about a chai tea beer . i personally love chai tea so this was some exciting news . he also seemed to enjoy it and the next day he bought himself a bottle and one for me . pouring this beer you get the carbonation and some very nice head . i have some moderate lacing on my glass and there s a constant ring around the top . the color is a nice orange color but there s a lot of floaters in the glass in that regards it looks like a fish tank needing to be cleaned . however i had to really look into the light to see that there was so much in the glass so it really does n t detract from the beer s look to much . the smell is driving me insane . by that i mean my mouth is watering and i m wanting to drink this beer . i m truly truly fighting myself right now from just picking this up and drinking i really want to get this part of the review down first . from the first moment i poured the beer i could smell sah tea even from a couple feet away . i made my friend reaper hover around and sniff before i poured his ass a drink . it has these floral qualities to it and you can smell the black chai tea . it s such an unique flavor with the beer and malts . i m in love with the smell of this beer . i ve never had a sahti so i can rate it more closely to the style else wise i m right now basing it off of my starbucks tea experiences . i kid i kid . this is pretty good . i m liking this . my initial reaction is just hot damn this is good . as i sit and analyze the components i m not disagreeing with my initial reaction . there s floral components to it and i m getting a bit of orange in the flavor as well . maybe also a little bit of lemon or something else that adds a citrus quality . i just read the bottle juniper is the taste . duh . i knew that . the tea is very prevalent and it s a great addition to sah tea . you get the spice from this added to the citrus and floral notes and it just creates a very intriguing and awesome flavor . this is a very frothy beer like in the show dogfish he . er brewmasters . i ve always wanted to get a super frothy beer like they show but i ve never had a dogfish head beer do so this does . god i want to stop writing and sit with this beer now . am i going to say anything in this section that will deter you from drinking this beer or push you over on the edge of okay sure i guess i ll try it now . if you see this beer on the shelves freaking buy a bottle . i live in missouri and i ca n t get this very easily by that i mean i ca n t get it . if you live in a place that can get it and you have n t tried it yet quit being a jerk and buy a bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into a pint glass a head fades almost immediately . dark with lots of brown and amber tones . pours and looks like a glass of diet dr. pepper s caramel banana sweet bread dough . t tastes of wheat and toasted corn . caramel cola . high alcohol is noticeable but balance nicely with the sweet agave syrup flavor . m carbonation fades quickly on the palate into a noticeable light syrup viscosity . sits well on the tongue and cheeks . d good but i ca n t shake the similarity to diet soda . hmmmm . .not sure what to think of this .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance poured from a bottle into an irish pub style real pint glass in low altitude galway ireland on september th . pours a dark clear amber with a three finger head that retains for two and a half minutes . some cream in the moderately thick head . looks mildly inviting . smell a strong berry fruity smell . maybe raspberry . hard to detect individual flavours indicative of good balance . definitely ester . taste two notes of compatible berry flavours followed by a lackluster finish . there is a rather nice sweet berry undertone that holds throughout which is the best part of this beer . up to the finish the beer is built fairly well but the finish destroys the balance of the beer . mouthfeel awkward movement from wet in the body to dry on the finish neither of which is refreshing . the cream of the head never comes through which is disappointing . drinkability this is an ambitious amber ale but its biggest failing is the dry contrasting mouthfeel of the finish .,aroma,0.7,1
labatt blue is a straw yellow to golden with a little over a finger of frothy head that reduces its presence to a ring and leaves tiny trails of lacing . aromas are weak with really only grassy hops and corn discernible . not impressive yet . the flavors are also weak and watery . mildly toasted barley and biscuity malt with grass and steamed corn . this beer needs to kick up the hops a bit to fill in the missing components . mouthfeel is the only thing this beer is good at . medium body while still crisp . i would n t reach for this again but i also would n t turn it down at a dinner which is where i had it tonight .,aroma,0.4,0
dark gold clear color lots of active carbonation big white head that fills out the top of the goblet i am sampling it out of . smells fruity almost like champagne and a hint of alcohol . not particularily flavorful has a very sweet flavor that finishes with hops and alcohol . not up to victory s other beers somewhat of a disapointment .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a honey amber gold with a small and active white head . it leaves some decent lacing . smell is of fresh hop so fresh.just layers of vegetal cirtusy hops with a slight hint of pine and pale malt . the taste is almost how it smells great hops very bitter and citrusy the malts are there too . its a decent ipa good when fresh .,aroma,0.9,1
a extremely pale gold color looks really watery about an inch of white head . s smells horribles extremely generic in smell can sense a little hops and maybe a little wheat . t extremely watery taste like the hops ran through it and a drizzle of wheat almost as bad as bud light but not quite . m water water and more water . leaves a feeling in the mouth that can only be described as drinking something spoiled . d is nonexistent . notes a terrible terrible beer . maybe a step above generic bmc stuff but not by much if at all . pass,aroma,0.3,0
got this on draft at the cloverleaf tavern . a pours a golden amber slightly murky body with a fairly think white head with pretty nice retention and lacing . s a fairly hoppy smell with some sweet malt notes . seemed nice for the style . t a fairly sweet toffee malt taste with some cascade hop undertones that were n t very powerful . the bittering hop taste seemed to be overpowered by the sweeter malts . m the mouthfeel was medium bodied but a little on the thin side . overall still pretty nice feel on the palette . d a decent mouthfeel and taste combo makes the beer easy to drink . i was hoping for a bit more hop presence to really balance out the sweeter malts . still pretty good beer overall .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz . bottle on . a pours an orange copper color with a layer of fine bubbles on the surface s lots of piney and citurs hops lemon orange just a totally amazing aroma t grapefruit orange upfront sweet malt a slightly bitter hop finish a really flavorful hopbomb m d medium body with good carbonation just a really drinkable beer somehow its which you really have no way of knowing,aroma,1.0,1
this brew poured a slightly hazy straw color with a thin bit of foam that stays around the edges of the glass throughout . strong medicinal smell almost a eucalyptus quality also some fresh cut wheat or alfalfa and some small notes of tropical fruit . smell is subtle at first and as the beer warms it really opens up . best quality of the brew is the smell . taste and mouthfeel is not as exciting as the smell . not bad at all a tingly carbonation and a little on the thin side . drinkability real easy drinking beer . not sure the abv but this went down nice and smooth . if only i had another . abita is a classic brewery that always manages to get things right and this is no exception . not a huge wow factor beer but like most everything abita you know its going to be consistent and quality .,aroma,0.9,1
i guess we should celebrate a porter from one of sweden s most successful macros but something is n t quite right . mariestad porter looks like a glass of coke and does n t really smell much except a little roasted malts and fish . . the taste is primarily on the watery side although all the right taste notes are there coffee chocolate licorice and ashes . i almost got the impression that the brewer has made a decent porter but diluted it so as not to challenge the average macro beer buyer too much . or maybe to keep the abv low in order to keep the tax down . but that s just a fantasy i suppose. .,aroma,0.4,0
decent beer a good representation of this style . it s very similar to longhammer ipa though very similar . poured a nice golden body with a half inch head . smell was of grain hops sugar and straw . tasted like a nice well balanced ipa with a lot of nice juicy hop flavor . carbonation was average . would have this beer again but not my favorite .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours a rich red with a nice lumpy foam . smell not much some yeast some fruit taste nice cherry flavour not overly sweet by anymeans . yeast gives some solid backing and it finishes clean not coating the palate with sugar . mouthfeel starts creamy and thick but finishes crisp with the carbonation coming in on the finish dinkability quite good i could certainly have more than one .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks again to the bier stein for having this in stock . poured into a new belgium snifter . a medium brown with lots of little carbonation bubbles . nice lacing throughout the glass . s smells like bananas and some faint cinnamon . t banana is very pungent throughout . it reminds of the banana runts candy . very tasty . m great flavor of banana and very bready . almost like a banana bread . not too boozy imo . d worth trying once but i would n t drink more than one in one sitting . very recommended for people who enjoy fruity beers .,aroma,1.0,1
clear brown with a hint of reddish hue with a thin tan head that did n t last . the aroma is a nice combination of chocolate and roasted malts with cherries kind of like a liquer . weak maltiness in the flavour some chocolate and slight sourness . artificial cherry flavour . thin body some dryness . the cherry and malt character did n t have enough depth to carry the flavour but the aroma was quite nice .,aroma,0.7,1
belhaven scottish stout is solid black with a tiny bit of red around the edges and a thick tan head that holds for a while before becoming a collar . smells of roasted malt slightly sour milk and some sweetness . tastes creamy and sweet with a dry bitter cocoa and chalky charred malt profile . perfect example of a stout . rounded strong roasted taste evenly bitter and satisfying . there is also a slight buttery note similar to what i ve tasted in other belhaven beers . creamy mouthfeel ending dry a delightful stout that i ve been looking at for a while but never picking up . im glad i did though .,aroma,0.7,1
lot dated . hand carried back from the brewery by a good friend . dark amber semi unclear khaki creamy layer of head . pungent malty and yeasty aroma . smooth and silky just flows so nicely that you do not even feel the carbonation . medium body . dark malts very balanced hints of sugary sweetness towards the end of the sip . tastes almost like a good brown ale . very good flavor and feel .,aroma,1.0,1
beer pours a golden orange with a light cream colored head . smell is of floral hops and citrus . beer tastes a bit unbalanced with the malt and hops just fighting it out rather than complimenting each other . typical mouthfeel nothing to write home about . while i would n t turn down this beer when offered one there are better examples of the style out there .,aroma,0.9,1
hmm satin solstice . i suppose that roughly translates to glossy sleek culmination . nice use of alliteration central waters . anyway on to the beer . it pours out pretty much an opaque black with a big foamy dark beige head . the head settles down over time . nose is roasty malts campfire smoke and sweet chocolate cookies . mmm . taste is strong roasted malts hints of acidic coffee and lingering burnt sweet malts with touches of alcohol . mouthfeel is not bad a little thinner than the look of the beer would suggest . drinkability is pretty ok . overall a decent ris .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a dark brown almost black color like a coffee with a thick two finger head . the smell is of overwhelming vanilla and roasted malt there is a sweet malt smell as well . the taste is overpowering it is very bitter but not from hops like the flavors did n t all match up . there is hints of vanilla as well as roasted malts . the mouthfeel is low carbonation . overall this is not a very drinkable beer it is more of a novelty . the taste and smell can be overpowering .,aroma,0.8,1
cismontane s small beer comes from the second runnings of their coffee imperial stout blacks dawn then is dry hopped and flavored with coconut . it feels odd to categorize such a beer as a stout . on to the beer washed out black in color with dark brown hues . a little head retention sticks around as does a tiny bit of lace . the aroma is very tame first tiem around as it warms it become beautiful and fragrant with mocha coffee coconut and lactose together . the first half of my glass i was wondering what i was tasting . the flavor intensity is very low throughout though warming makes it grow . bitter coffee grounds hit first then as it warms the coconut comes into play to offset the bitterness . hints of unsweetened chocolate tempt me to scream german chocolate cake still it remains dominated by whatever bitter coffee flavor there is . extremely light in the mouth on the smoother side with the carbonation controlled very easy going down . i ll admit i have a soft spot for rare styles and any time i can find a small beer i go for it . while blacks dawn jr. is n t going to blow your head off it s an acceptable low alcohol beer that grows on you .,aroma,0.9,1
had this on tap at frisco grille in columbia md . the beer poured a clear medium amber with a thin white head into a pint glass . no discernable aroma at all kind of weird . the taste was thankfully something else beautiful caramel and hop flavors melding together with a nice clean hop bite at the finish . an excellent german pils . good carbonation and lacing as well .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer looks good and it smells good too but in the end beer is not drunk for the way it looks or smells . good head retention too by the way . but the taste . dissonant is the only word that comes to mind . the website tells you little of what is in you bottle but i would wager there is a little coriander or cardamon in the recipe and perhaps some citric acid . the taste is a little malty too but that over the top crispness that suggests adjuncts are being used . it just overpowers any subtle favors . at ibus the balance is nice though its not too sweet not too sour . overall i guess im just on the fence i want to like it i do . its just hard for me to describe this beer as pleasant . perhaps in ten years when my beer knowledge is a bit more refined .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle from holiday sampler poured into a pint glass . appearance i have a hard on for dark beers and this one is no exception . simply beautiful dark brew with a head that starts out bright almost looking like a pepsi but settles into a thicker cream color . lacing is minimal . smell exceptional . sweet coffee is what this reminds me of . taste excellent coffee aftertaste hits me as i type this actually rasiing my initial score by . . other hints of cream . as wayne s world taught us it s not just a clever name . the least samuel adams like of the sampler thus far . mouthfeel a bit too carbonated which overrides the wonderful taste at first . drinkability goes down easy very drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
i poured this and was surprised to find out that the bottle is actually green . the beer has a wonderful reddish hue when held up to light . the smell was a disappointment as it was hardly even there . i only got a whiff of a little alcohol malt and a faint lager like aroma . the taste however makes up for this . i m a sucker for malt and this one has it in spades like i was hoping it would . a little more complexity would have driven this beer into the upper echelon of great tasting brews but i thoroughly enjoyed it nonetheless . some alcohol is present in the flavor and a butteriness dominates the aftertaste . the hops come through ever so slightly in the aftertaste as well .,aroma,0.6,1
beautiful clear slightly dark amber color with a nice big head . the nose is slightly floral but to be honest i failed to detect much . very smooth drinking beer that gets quite malty in mid palate . the flavors tend to go from lightly tart to a toasty nuttiness . while very good i found it to be just a bit out of balance . it seems to be missing some dryness on the finish . despite my gripes this beer is still first rate . delicious . i will buy this again .,aroma,0.6,1
poured oz bottle into a nonic glass . minor head build up held to a nice layer of bubbly lace atop a cola brown colored brew nice and clear minimal bubbles . smell is nutty a little earthy almost a hint of wet basement . taste is much better . nice nutty taste good pleasant malts . good mouth feel followed by a real decent finish . the only down point to this beer is the smell . other than that a really nice beer .,aroma,0.4,0
live review of a oz bottle . a a strange cloudy caramel which poured with a descent head that died immediately to a very thin collar . s boozey up front with some vanilla and whiskey barrel charateristics followed immediately by caramel and white grape juice and an interesting hops profile which is mostly citric somewhat resiny and with a deep earthiness to it . t sweet and everything you d expect from the smell except for a noticeable sticky molasses cigar linger . this is malt heavy but well balanced with hops that are n t overly bitter . it s nice maybe a little too sweet with a dry malt extract coating on the mouth but nice . m thick and somewhat sticky with a mild carbonation that helps break things up . d ok. one bottle is enough .,aroma,0.9,1
another dragonmead favorite . pours blackish red probably more red but it s dark in there with a frothy head . smells of coffee toffee a hint of chocolate . tastes fantastic . very creamy and not too bitter . dark roasted grains pop out with a smooth chocolatey finish . like all dark ales i could only tolerate or two because it is quite heavy .,aroma,0.6,1
close to no head with an aggressive pour thin islets of brown microfoam no lacing . you guessed it liquid as black as the ace of spades as impenetrable as a nun s knickers . cappuccino freshly whipped cream vanilla extract milk chocolate powder give the nose a soft enveloping appeal cherry syrup brown sugar this noted it does have an unprocessed graininess to it which approximates hop bite fills your nostrils and stays there for some time . in the mouth it s medium bodied with an acidic punch which jolts you and momentarily forestalls the arrival of the cappuccino vanilla pudding whipped cream graham cracker pie crust cinnamon powder licorice and baker s chocolate . as it warms the bitter roast of the coffee becomes more noticeable . there s also more of a perfumed lift than downwards pressure on the palate . tart cherry pie wafts through the finish . within its general category it achieves a distinct personality which is a rarer accolade then previously .,aroma,1.0,1
dark goldenrod glossy and semi clear with a slim khaki hued foam that crowns itself briefly . lacing in a few strains of torn and tattered tissue paper are flecked about the glass . aroma is quite nice very bready and doughy fresh fresh yet browned banana deeply soggy kinda mushy with a super nice splice of sweet dry nuttyness and butter . flavor is simple and a bit more low key compared to how much aroma it kicks off . plain grainyness with a small pitch of breadyness and a tablespoon of banana and nuts . the finish is what really keeps this from being better as it gets off on some wierd drying medicinal metalic taint taste as it drys with tannins of tin . body is lighter then medium with a simple easy going tone that s partially watered down in some areas . more malt please . and the finish is just so off with its quickened dryness and tinny tone . incredible aroma but stops there and goes downhill quickly as it does n t quite have the taste and body to back it up .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from an . oz . bottle into a pilsner glass . a the beer is a pale yellow color with a thin white head that fades slowly and leaves a decent lace on the glass . s the aroma is of grain barley corn and pungent adjuncts . t the taste is sweet and a little bready with flavors of malt corn syrup . there is a thin hop character and a hint of alcohol which i expected from seeing malt liquor on the label . given the lack of substance i was surprised that the alcohol was not more prevalent . m it is only slightly smooth due to the sweetness and not very crisp light to medium body high carbonation finish is slick dry and a bit sticky . d not very tasty but goes down easily in spite of that fact not filling at all . despite all of the bad qualities of this beer it is not the worst that i have ever had . however that is not to say that i liked it because really did not . there are plenty of more flavorful beers out there with a . abv or higher if you are looking for a beer with a heavy kick .,aroma,0.2,0
situation relaxing after celebrating the in laws th anniversary cheers to marriage . glassware celebrator doppelbock pokel . appearance tawny pilsner body with busy effervesence unfortunately props a head that is thin and inconsistent . aroma light flowery accents with an undercurrent of sweet maltiness fresh and balanced . palate crisp clean lager medium bodied and easy drinking with mild bubble to retard to sipping . taste subtle hops ping with a mellow malt profile a light aftertaste makes this a pleasant drink from start to finish . overall a fitting piece in this year s summer sampler . light yet flavorful enough to deserve a second thought and good enough to be consumed with our without a hot dog .,aroma,0.8,1
a poured a one finger thick tan head into my sam adams glass . left a little ring and some sheet but not for long . the body was a light brown color . s i m getting nothing i mean nothing . t a tart hop bite almost like sour fruits . m thin . d not good i do n t know if this is in fact a bad beer or not fresh . probably the latter .,aroma,0.2,0
appearance poured with the thickest head i ve seen in recent beer tastings . attractive brownish hazelnut color . lacing went down the length of the glass . smell pretty pungent i must say . a bit like aged or molding cheddar cheese . i hate to sound insulting it just did n t smell too appetizing . sniffing this beer will make you wonder why the aroma and taste are so different . taste honestly it s a bit complex in flavor more than i could really pick apart . there s a heavy yeast flavor to it and the taste of whitbread gets rather saturating after a while . look to other reviews for taste i could n t decipher the code . mouthfeel sparkly on the tongue about average . drinkability i d have this beer again it was n t bad . something tells me it would be great on tap . i m getting sick of only having bottles of beer look at the majority of my reviews . i need to go to the yardhouse more often or some huge bar with tons of stuff on tap .,aroma,0.3,0
thanks joel . pours a but fizzy . sticky bubbles and a thin wispy head . light and clear light gold . smells very musky with an almost barleywine note . slightly spicy with some dark fruit . too bad the taste does n t come close . thin and watery . where did the smell go . feels thin and watery and is drinkable but . . why .,aroma,0.8,1
new label on the bottle this year . dull orange color with fizzy one and a half finger head . decent retention . very strong bold nose . lots of spice nutmeg and pumpkin . flavor much less than expected based on the aroma . picking up some floral esters but not much else . a little malt sweetness way back in the finish . very thin mouthfeel . disappointing . easy to drink once you start but not the best pumpkin this season .,aroma,0.9,1
a transparent pale yellow with a white finger head . s muted floral notes a certain meaty quality and some of the malt is coming out in the nose hints of nut and bread . t everyone called it the garlic onion summit hop beer . but this is awesome with a range of juicy tropical citrus and cracker malt . hops come and go quickly . at a few weeks old i think you can tell this has already faded a little as the malt character is a little more pronounced than the hop profile . but i love that light cracker tasting malt in ipas and pales so i m really enjoying this . m thin but crisp . exactly what i m looking for in an ipa . d others i drank this with could n t get over the meatyness from the summit hops but i really enjoyed it . overall there is a nice juicy drinkability to this .,aroma,0.6,1
wow was this beer a dud pours a deep ruby near black with no head and i mean no head to speak of.the aroma was decent some darck chocolate and a touch of nuttiness talk about cloying sweetness i couldnt drink more than sips my mouth was already coated with a sticky film.bottle date says not sure if it goes bad after that or if it was brewed on that date i really hope the former cuzz this was pretty bad .,aroma,0.7,1
poured out of a bottle marked as batch . it poured a copper tone with a thin beige head and a small amount of sediment floating in the brew . i didnt get too much from the smell other than what i assume is pumpkin spice . the taste is phenomenal . a strong spice taste made up of pumpkin spice and something that resembles brown sugar in the back of the throat . there is no alcohol taste and just enough bite to let you know the hops are there . it has a very earthy finish which is not common in these beers but welcome in my book . the mouthfeel is wonderful . slight carbonation in the back and smooooth up front . no alcohol burn and delicious taste makes this an extremely drinkable beer . definitely my nd favorite pumpkin beer . highly recommend,aroma,0.7,1
. oz swing top into a duvel tulip . batch extremely complex . a an aggressive pour yields a fine tan head that settles relatively quickly into a collar with a few islands of bubbles remaining . the body is hazy i like the yeast but pretty clearly a deep dark red brown rather than the expected pitch black . pretty but more in line with a dubbel or quad . s an excellent nose bourbon and vanilla are definitely prominent . i m not sure if i m imagining some of the pepper the bottle indicates they used but there s something slightly zippy going on . a hint of floral note might be the tea . t it actually tastes more stout like than it looks but not by much . there is a distinct coffee note and the tart tangy notes remind me of a great cup of fresh intelligentsia or somesuch coffee if a little stronger than that . there is a slight tingle of pepper . i wish the bourbon vanilla came through more in the taste . overall it tastes great but this is n t an imperial stout . i am torn . m low carbonation and not really enough unfermentable carbs to give that characteristic chew and opaque body . like a dubbel quad but undercarbonated . booze is utterly invisible on the tongue which is nice . o overall i really like this beer . but if i m to judge it to style it s way off base . it is as advertised complex i do n t know if i d qualify it as extremely so but it s certainly nice . at . for the bottle it s worth it as a one off but certainly not an every day drinker . worth it if you re into interesting additions or experiments not worth it at all if you re a stout person . i really ca n t judge this well .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to auslander for this trade . poured from a ml . bottle best by july into a flute glass . a slow pour yields a finger fluffy off white head that slowly recedes in a few minutes to a thick covering . the body is a clear amber with literal streams of carbonation bubbles rushing upward . minimal lacing is seen throughout consumption . musty hops aromas give notes of old grapes and honeydew . bready and buttery malts flavors rest on the tongue while a sour grape flavor wraps around it . an acidic and metallic apple flavor comes in near the end of each sip but a warm honey aftertaste finishes each experience . medium bodied with heavy carbonation this beer fizzes each and every time it touches your tongue . it is easily drinkable but not thirst quenching . the high carbonation definitely helps to keep the off flavors from sticking to your tongue too much . all in all this is definitely a disappointing beer . the smell is definitely off putting and the flavors are far from enjoyable . the beer looks great and the mouthfeel is excellent but without a good flavor or smell it falls very short .,aroma,0.4,0
i know i m reviewing this brew in summer but hey porter is always a fine beer to drink anytime of the year . pours out a deep ruby caramel brown black . hold the pint up to the light and you ca n t see through it . very nice . nose is absolutely beautiful with belgian chocolate rich cocoa caramel toffee . smells like this one is going to be a whopper . . and sadly it s not . taste is rather thin and watery with hints of coffee roasted malt and grain burnt toast more cocoa . goes away quick and then comes back with a bit of coffee grounds and more roasted grain . finish is very clean and crisp . sadly or not i have been very spoiled by baltic porters and their heavyduty rich styles . while this porter is rather unobtrusive and makes for a decent drink it does n t hit me over the head like i want it to . the nose however is truly wonderful so one should at least experience that .,aroma,0.9,1
i guess it looks like the style but it also looks like any other mass produced lager you can pick up in the states . straw golden color and very clear . the one difference between this and what you see a hundred times a day on tv is the amazing white head . it s huge bright sticks around forever and when it finally does give way it s laces the glass nicely . the smell is very pleasant a combination of biscuit pear and pepper . very mild flavors but everything in the smell comes through . there s kind of a grapey flavor as well . the mouthfeel is exceptionally gentle and smooth . it s very easy to drink . has a fruity pear and grape sweetness that follows the beer across the tongue . only in the finish do you get even a hint of bitter from the hops . i do n t care much for the style but i could probably be swayed if i drank more beers like this one .,aroma,0.9,1
absolutely flat and syrupy pour pure black . strong alcohol aroma that hits my nose even from the countertop as i poured . a whiskey and chocolate liquor aroma . smelt almost burnt . the taste is very strong almost like drinking molasses mixed with whiskey and maple syrup . and then lots of dark fruits . the feel is full and very syrupy . it s an impressive brew from a techical standpoint but that does n t make it very drinkable even at about ounces per drink . i had it once years ago at the brewery tour when they were first bringing it out my undeveloped palate did n t like it then now i appreciate it more than enjoy it . while drinking things occured to me . this would be great for desert over chocolate ice cream so i tried just that and it worked really well . second this would make a good stand in as a coffee mixer so i tried it mixed with coffee i used too much but shot of this with ounces of coffee would be good .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle opens with a solid pop and foam surges up i get my glass over it pour some out look . . all foam in the glass . this ca n t be a good sign . i let the beer sit and about min in the carb has died down and i see a dark brown beer capped with thick chunky chocolate foam . some sediment on the bottom of the glass lacing down the glass . nose reveals a unique combo coffee beans dark fruits brown sugar and roasting malts . sweet entry followed by some dark chocolate coffee juicy dark fruits slightly sour tart finish with a bit of hop drying . holy crap this is an interesting beer though i still have some slight hesitations that something might not be right with the bottle . that said it s still sitting alright with me . not an easy drinker but a complex one that demands some attention and attention to the bouquet of flavors . a little too sweet body on the too thin side but still interesting nonetheless .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark almost black and i can not see through it . darl chocolatey inch head that dissapates into a nice lacing around the rim with sticky runners on the glass . s chocolate malt . coffee undertones but mostly cocolate . dark roasted burnt malt that most porter s can only dream of . t deep chocolate drives your mouth over the top . bittery finish with coffee notes that drive your tastebuds loopy . there are definitely some hops in here to give a sweet bittery finish . almost has an after taste that includes some apple or pears . m thick and refreshing . smooth on the tongue but molasses like also . d i can very easly drink two of these to satisfy that chocolatey craving that most women and myself even gets .,aroma,1.0,1
couple fingers worth of frothy deep tan foam dimples a lot due to the presence of many larger bubbles nothing special about the retention lacing comes in wide sheets but too slick to stick . light redwood reddish brown in color good brightness given the depth of hue loosely organized but active bubbles percolate throughout clear until you start pouring the bottom of the bottle . hard to imagine the being sweeter loaded with caramel chocolate toffee brown sugar molasses prune fig plum cherry and apricot fruit orange marmalade bubblegum candied nuts on the hops side has pine and flowers nothing too biting . full bodied and on the heavy side the carbonation has the texture of cotton candy more gluey than lifting . in spite of this theres more room for more focused clove ginger and pepper spice quinine and earth . this forestalls the eventual onslaught of caramel toffee molasses maple syrup chocolate and so on the orange to lemon citrus retains that syrupy and candied character . more yeastiness here with that bubblegum to banana touch . plum fig date cherry apricot peach flavors nice mix of darker and lighter fruits . booziness elevates as it warms more rum notes and feels like it goes to your head faster . one glass is really all you need . bottled,aroma,0.9,1
a opaque burnt orange with a thick creamy white head made of large bubbles . champagne like bubbles originating from the bottom of my goblet adding to the uneven head . s nothing particularly special here but what is most noticible is that there is no overpowering smell of alcohol just a bit of hops or some sort of plant material let s say it has a slight grassiness to it . aside from that there is a distinct fruitiness to the aroma which is most enticing though mostly through its lissome appearance . t well where to start . nothing really jumps out at me for this beer though i must say the frutiness stays with me with an added dimension of spice . nice very nice . not much of an alcohol taste for the beating i was expecting . mf d thick when i take anything in a small layer of head i imagine forms a the top of my mouth . a true medium weight feel not too heavy . i believe this sort of body to the beer compliment the light taste in a great way .,aroma,0.6,1
poured agressively and still noever managed to muster a head . no lacing but this beer is blacker than the ace of spades . it smells like port when you initially crack open sorry un cork the bottle . a good strong burgundy wine . then when you raise the glass the fruitiness gives way to a sharp alcohholic smell sherry molases and soy sauce . somewhat remniscent of the polish porters i have had . there is also something slightly salty about this beer . taste is rather sour for a stout infact not overly enjoyable . alsmost as if it is slightly vinegar based . this was an i was trying so maybe it just did n t age well . the mouthfeel is smooth and light which is suprising for a double imperial russian stout . as this tasted far too sour i would n t be drinking another one of these soon scott,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at one of the many proliferating local canadiana themed watering holes . this beer appears a clear very dark cola colour with one finger of tight thin creamy pale beige head which leaves some decent webbed lace around the glass as it ebbs away . it smells faintly of roasted malt and not much else . the taste is lightly toasted nutty malt a bit of powdered chocolate and faint weedy hops . the carbonation is moderate though a bit prickly which renders the body just short of smooth . it finishes off dry with some astringent nuttiness . definitely the best of the lot as far as this brewer is concerned . more of an english brown ale and pretty plain all the same still i found this adequately drinkable . huh .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance golden pour . decent head and carbonation . looks like a beer . smell not much in the way of malts which is to be excepted . some floral and citrus smells kind of nice . taste not balanced almost forced flavors . it s not a welcoming flavor for me . mouthfeel it is crisp and carbonated well . probably be more drinkable if i liked the way it tasted . overall ca n t say i ll buy this again . the flavors almost feel added for me . like ingredients were added rather than brewed with . looks good smells good tastes bad .,aroma,0.7,1
received this one from twiggamortis in a recent bif a pours a golden amber with a huge fizzy head and some good carbonation nice lacing . s bud light t m nothing overly impressive but nothing bad . honey grains caramel applesauce slight hops and some sugar . nothing that stands out too much . d there is a sour weird funky aftertaste that i cant get over it makes this very difficult to fully enjoy and i cant put my finger on it . i feel like if rust had a taste this could be it .,aroma,0.4,0
from the bottle into a normal pint glass but there s no ahead my fault on the pour . not doing so hot on those . still this stout is opaque black . first wiff is oak . and i do n t get more than that . tastes of a very dark chocolate charred malts and coffee . it s hoppy for a stout but i do n t mind it fits well with the burnt flavor . bitter real bitter and it lingers . a tough beer . more carbonation than i expected but that s okay . it s harsh but not off putting . drinkable despite how bitter it is . i could handle a few of these i think .,aroma,0.4,0
oz brown bomber with no freshness date . tiny and tightly knit group of bubbles produce an amazing looking lacing copper hued liquid a clear and no doubt attractive . smells of leaf medicinal aspirin and tangerine . all from the hops though there is a kiss of yeast and malt . hops are pretty assertive with a big push of bitterness which clearly is there to balance out the bigger malt bill here . hint of caramel leaks through but not without the hops dropping a thick edge of leafy and citric rind flavor to counter . balance is talked up by the malt and hops though the hops are clearly the broader more flavorful component here . finishes pretty hoppy as the dryness sets in . a solid pnw ipa . very happy to run into this brew .,aroma,0.6,1
i got this from good ole deuane in an in person trade . shared with some ba friends on an early october night . batch . a. cuvee de castleton is a hazy unfiltered apparently dark yellow beer with a fast fading white head . s. okay . uh . what have we here . this is a seriously complex nose just tons going on . fruits mainly peach some pineapple . certainly lemon white grape sure some white pepper dry lemon rind citrus gosh . it goes on and on and on . certainly some funk and wildness dry white wine . yeah this is hard to pin down and extremely academic enjoyable and all around good . t. follows lots of dry white wine peachy semi sweet spicy earthy some tire champagne peach again no real hop dry wild funky lemon citric seriously interesting challenging to be sure but i am digging it . m. carbonation falls out leaves behind a smooth dry white wine sorta flavor with peach and . spice . huh . fun to try and get your palate around . d. not really this is something to share and comment on and take your time with . a delightful brew a complex brew and one to enjoy in a late do nothing evening . i really liked this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a great stout . black in colour short crown leaving a nice glass ring and minor island lace . body is full . carbonation is short . aroma is non descript . maybe a hint of chocolate . the taste is bitter sweet thanks to the prominence of dark baker s chocolate . bitter bitter bitter . sweet . .did not see that coming . congratulations to the dogwood brewing company . recomended .,aroma,0.6,1
black beer . creamy yellow tinged head . retention is solid . lace is good . this beer acheives the desired effect on the nose . chocolate mint sensation all the way . great smell . on the buds the mint is first and foremost . the chocolate is secondary . and everything else is tertiary . the roasted tones the hops the caramel maltiness etc . mouthfeel is pretty creamy . lightly carbonated . body is medium at best . though this is enjoyable and quite creative it s not one i d personally make a session of .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a ml into my triple chalice . hazy dull amber with a strong foamy head . this ale looks smooth and inviting dangerous for a tripel . slight fruity aroma but nothing stands out here . the taste is somewhat nutty accompanied by a little spicy kick . it s a pleasant taste and well balanced so alcohol is not overpowering . i enjoy the sweet malty aftertaste plus the dry bite at the end . spearminty . the mouthfeel is perfect for this style . the liquid evenly coats the inside of the mouth before gradually fading away . drinkibility would be higher but it may be too drinkable for a tripel . .going too fast . i will have this one again .,aroma,0.6,1
ruddy brown hazy very little head . no lace . very malty raisins treacle pastry caramel . great aroma hope there is more of this in the palate . bready malts raisins caramel . sweet and vinous . i just wish it was a bit more intense . medium bodied low carbonation . pretty decent . not my favorite dubbel but i ve had worse .,aroma,0.9,1
billed as a crisp german style kolsch . this is rock bottom s offering for macro drinkers . pale straw in color and clear . tough to detect much in the nose some vegetal hops maybe . very light malt aromas . taste is light and crisp . carbonation is good and mouthfeel is light . short finish features a bit of background hop bitterness . would not ever have had this except as part of the sampler . if you go here get something else .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a mug from a bomber a pours a deep copper color with good head retention s smells subtely fruity nothing that resonates off the top of my head t a mixture of fruity and spicy tastes a lot like plum m medium bodied but with a slightly dry finish d do n t let the high alcohol content fool you this beer goes down really well probably my favorite beer from pennsylvania and the first bock besides aventinus that i ve had a chance to truely enjoy,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a slight shade deeper than other adjunct lagers . s smell is of corn and metal . t taste is the same as the smell . there is a bit of . wet sock flavor in there as well . m overcarbonated and thin but not unreasonably so style considered . d this lies somewhere above most ab products and below pbr on list of cheap adjuncts for me . could be worse i suppose .,aroma,0.3,0
a . this poured pale yellow into the glass with about an inch head that quickly dissapeared . very light carbonation . s. i was hit with the smell of watermelon immediatly but not in a good way . it almost smelled like a rotten watermelon gross . t. the taste does suprise me though . it is not overly sweet . it actually tastes like watermelon and just watermelon . it was as if i was eating a slice but was getting close to the rind of the fruit so it is not gon na taste like a jolly rancher or italian ice . m. thin but not bad for a wheat beer . d. i could pound a few of these on a hot day . not too high in abv so i could handle this . this is strictly a summer beer though .,aroma,0.3,0
poured into a new belgium globe . thin mocha head half a finger sits atop a very dark brown body with slight milk chocolate highlights . both retention and lacing are very little to none . pretty good aroma wafting from this especially when warm distinguishable espresso and coffee grounds with baker s chocolate coarse grains and a earthy woody note not unlike campfire smoke with the addition of some licorice . chocolate sweetness is lost from the nose but everything else stays very consistent hits early with chocolate malts a heavy toast and coffee flavor paired with a woody note rising . middle of the taste is a bit abrasive with a bit of acidity . earthy hop quality is faint but smooth and balanced . aftertaste features more coffee but also the same acidity as before . very smooth and creamy with a lighter body for a stout which i feel helps the overall drink carbonation is also very low and appropriate . very pleasant feel despite the acidity which surfaces no hint of alcohol . my first dive into oatmeal stouts and the oats so a good job at keeping everything nice and creamy throughout . i find the acidity to always be unavoidable with the style due to the malt profile but this one seems a bit too noticable . great aroma and feel solid overall .,aroma,0.9,1
my first fruit stout i was initially dissapointed with the lack of fruit tones but they came out in full force after warming up a bit . a pours a dark rich brown with a very small cocoa head s the smell is mostly cocoa and chocolate with hints of coffee . no blueberry noticed here . t sweet and creamy chocolate tastes are accompanied by the flavor of warm blueberry as if cooked in a pie . as mentioned before the blueberry was initially very faint but became more prominent as the beer warmed slightly . m a very nice creamy stout really coats your mouth in a good way d sweet wins over bitter for this stout making it a very drinkable beer .,aroma,0.6,1
this is another of the many mass produced beers in scotland that may be offered to you if you simply go into a pub and order a pint of heavy . how does this fare well for commercially produced stuff it s not bad but not that good either . the pint does pour nicely a ruby bronze colour with a nice thick creamy head that if poured right will endure the life of the pint . the nose is almost non existant . a very average faint hoppy smell but not a lot else not uncommon in a commercial beer . the taste is a typical hops with a hint of sweetness of caramel and some other flavours but these are very minor and you have to be searching for them to notice any real effect to the taste buds . in the mouth it feels like an ale good thick texture except it does live up to its name it is too smooth . this real ale feeling has made the beer rather false and gives the overall feeling that this is a stale beer . it is drinkable light enough to be enjoyed all night and is certainly better than most lagers on the market . however if really have to go for a commercially produced beer there are loads of micro breweries in scotland i would recommend tennents special tartan special or by far the best in my opinion mcewans export .,aroma,0.4,0
pour some sugar on me . it poured like cream soda yet it was opaque with a white cap on top that disappeared quickly . the scent was that of pineapple loads of fruit and spice cinnamon and cloves to be exact . i also smelled some clover honey with a hint of yeast . as far as taste goes this beer is candy coated . it starts off with raw sugar sweetness then hits you with floral notes of honey . you can definitely pick up on citrus and maybe some of that pineapple . yeast is also prominent . definitely crisp and carbonated with a fresh syrupy smooth finish . as far as drinkability goes no more than bottles in a sitting . makes my teeth ache . but it s a good wheat beer that leaves you feeling like a kid in a candy store . i do prefer coors pumpkin ale to this however .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer is actually not that bad i do n t care what any of you say . yeah it s pretty flavourless and yeah it s an overpriced nightclub beer rather than crown lager for clubs i think it s more carlton s answer to tooheys extra dry . it s better than extra dry and though there s no hop or yeast character whatsoever it does n t have the metallic aftertaste of just about every other common australian lager including crown . i drank this out of the bottle i did n t buy it i d never tasted it before and did n t know how much it cost and i was pleased . i would say it s cub s best which although is n t saying much it does n t deserve the beating it gets . i d never actually buy one but i would n t be offended if someone i did n t like bought me one . by the way this beer would be far better in the bottle than any other serving style i think so try it thus .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from an . oz bottle into a tapered belgian pint glass . pours a clear brown body with a creamy light brown head . this beer looks very crisp and clean . the smell is of very sweet cherries and brown sugar . there is a nice lemonade scent . very simple but it works fairly well . the taste shows amplified versions of all of the components found in the scent . again with the sweet cherry brown sugar and lemon tastes . there is an underwhelming sour taste which should show more with age . very thin and sharp mouthfeel bode well with the flavors . i could easily drink another one of these .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle into a nonic . toasty melanoidin rich munich malt is front and center with the hops nearly nonexistant . big off white head quickly falls to a healthy layer of fluff with remnants of past glories clinging to the sides . the beer is a clear coppery amber ambery copper whatever . back in the aroma i am digging the rich toasty bready stuff . i get some cinnamon . it seems like i usually do with munich . flavor is tarttarttart . . . what the hell . . . . . almost sweettart kinda tart . only i m sure this is n t supposed to be some sort of style pushing wild ale here . there is a bit of the aroma s promise for maybe a quarter second then wham . tart . ok it s not rodenbach sour or anything but when you re not expecting it . oddly enough i keep going back . mouthfeel is nice and full . palate coating and no astringency . carbonation is a little low . i would imagine that if the flavor held to the aroma this would be a nice red ale that i could drink a ton of but this one just is n t right . beware .,aroma,0.8,1
pours dark brown with ruby highlights . head is slight and soapy . aroma is dark grain with an underlying sweetness . hints of chocolate and powdery cocoa . taste is initially dark grain and slightly woody . but then the extremely sour flavor takes over and lingers forever . i am amazed at just how bad this stout is . what happened to the stout flavors . mouthfeel is medium bodied . this may be the worst stout i ve ever had .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a bottle into a standard pint glass . appearance pours a really cloudy amber color with an orange hue . there is a finger of fluffy white head that fades but leaves some nice lacing . smell awesome . juicy citrus hop hit the nose hard . sweet pineapple and tangerine . a little malt in there as well . taste does n t quite live up to the smell but still very good . the hops are more herbal with some citrus in there as well . they just pound the tongue . no one will accuse half acre of false advertising . the finish is bitter too . mouthfeel on the thick side this one sticks to the tongue . the finish is quite slick . overall i think i slightly prefer the regular daisy cutter i ll have to look out for the regular version of this beer . the hops were quite goo but the taste was a mild let down after the smell . still very good and really glad to have tried this . thanks to funkyaudio for this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a very pale straw hue with excellent clarity . the bubbly white head reaches only one finger in height but holds well . little to no lacing . faint grain adjunct smell mostly clean . the taste is equally bland some grain adjuncts and slight hop bite that leaves a bitter aftertaste worth mentioning . thin body and high carbonation make up a crisp mouthfeel . the flavor is not bad for a light lager and it is fairly balanced but its so thin that eventually the alcohol is percived and detracts from its drinkability .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance cloudy . burnt yellow gold color with a super bright white soapy fluffy head . had some very nice retention and lacing . looks pretty good in the glass . smell the aroma is definitely a puzzler . it has the spice of pepper and maybe some clove but i m detecting what i think might be a sour lemon or something . it almost had a funky nursing home stale urine type of smell . not very pleasing to me . taste the taste had a bitter tart lemon flavoring . leads of bitterness to make me pucker up . some spice of pepper and clove . this also is very sour . maybe a bit too much for me at this point . mouthfeel the mouthfeel was primarily medium . left plenty on the palate . somewhat watery and could be refreshing under the correct circumstances . drinkability well this was my first saison so maybe i was caught a little off gaurd by the aroma and taste . maybe just a touch too sour for me . my palate must not be ready for this style . i m sure some love it and maybe i will revert back to this and give it a second review when i have had more experience with this style of beer . as for now this is not a beer i would want on a regular basis .,aroma,0.3,0
s i m skipping to smell because as soon as i opened the cap the smell of skunk ass farted from underneath the cap . making me ponder if i m truly going to drink this again . oh why is this a oz bomber . a poured crystal yellow clear and the head is a soapy foam that is gone in seconds . t there is a tin metal taste to this beer . the skunk butt is not so much there in the taste at first but it is there in the finish . m feels like a macro lager . d i will be using this beer to hydrate from other beers .,aroma,0.2,0
from the pour it is a very thin beer especially for a stout . however the smell is unbelievable . this is definitely a dessert beer . it has a nutty caramel smell . it tastes like a caramel milk stout . yum . i could give up junk food for good if i just had this beer to drink . for an average drinker they would probably not want to drink this beer all night but i sure can .,aroma,1.0,1
cl bottle purchased from beer mania for less than two euros poured into my new grottenbier goblet tonight a light and bright golden orange color big inch soapy white head that looked a little off for beer no lacing retention was not very good either s peaches sugar sweetness mild tart sour candy and bubble gum t tons of peaches very sweet in the middle with some sourness behind it but not much peach flavors dominate this whole beer rich with sweetness but not overly like a lot of their other brews i have sampled still would like some more tart but not bad for how light it is m sweet slightly tart and fruity mouthfeel high carbonation for a lindemans beer still medium bodied at least though taste lingers a good amount of time d could drink a bunch of these little bottles alcohol is super low not overly heavy sweetness would take a toll after a long time but if you wanted a break from the acidic lambics out there this would not be a bad choice it seems like most of the lindemans beers i enjoy more than others are not available in the states this was actually quite good especially for having such a low abv big peach presence in this one far more than the peche would like to drink again recommended,aroma,0.9,1
is a hazy brown color with a large thick light brown head . the retention is excellent and leaves thick lacing . the aroma is faint a combination of english malt and hops is noted . the flavor is very malty toasty english malts are first noted and are followed by a strong fruitiness plum like and notes of chocolate . dry english hop flavors come in towards the finish . the alcohol flavor seems very strong for something that is only . . overall i really enjoyed this beer if it were n t for a weak aroma would have fared better .,aroma,0.6,1
vildmoseol wintercoat a dark brown color almost red h thin not much lingering foam s almond pine and smoke t smokey highly carbonated not too heavy . fresh pine tree . i reminds me of smoke beer . not as smokey as aecht schlenkerla rauchbier but it s there none the less . share it with a friend it s alot to take on alone . . bottle ml staples corner liquors . crofton md,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle . pours a very dark brown color with a lot of sediment . thick tan head has many specks of said sediment . great heat retention . nice patches of lace in the ned . a nice espresso note up front in the nose followed by some milk chocolate cream and caramel . a slight fruity note . pretty nice aroma . things now go downhill in a hurry . the malt character is not supporting the wondeful aroma . a bit of roasty and chocolate malt but not depth at all . a harsh astringency and odd sweetness follows which is rather unpleasant . very thin body with too much carbonation . the astringency lingers on the palate for a long time . a bit of warming as well . the nose was great but the flavor really leaves something to be desired .,aroma,0.8,1
this is definitely one to give a try . it s a light copper color that s semi opaque from the unfiltered yeast . the foam settles fast and leaves little lacing . the aroma is a bit of wheat and sweetness but not much . the taste is different with a bunch of honey a bit of wheat and a touch of cloves . if you feel like showing off your drinking skill by downing a beer faster that your buddies then this is one to try . it goes down so easy you are shocked how quickly it disappears into your gullet . the beer is n t sophisticated it s very easy going and enjoyable .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter . . a pitch black color . two fingers of frothy but creamy tan head with average retention and only a touch of lacing . . s strong but soft roastiness which i really like . dark chocolate and milk chocolate . pretty simple but really pleasant . . t similar to the nose only very much subdued . soft roastiness again with bitter dark chocolate and toffee . there s also a twangy fruitiness . good but weak in flavor . . m light body . carbonation is good . could be creamier but is really smooth . . d good beer but could be stronger in flavor . nevertheless i d definitely buy it on occasion if it made it up to my parts .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle . it does n t look that great for a stout . there are carbonation bubbles that stick to the sides of my snifter . the head is fizzier than it should be . it does n t look as thick and imposing as it should . the smell is sweet bourbon not too much oak or stout scent . it has a ton of butterscotch in it too . this is one thin bourbon barrel stout . dang . it tastes like guiness with some bourbon notes . it is n t too sweet . the mouthfeel is thin not good for the style .,aroma,0.7,1
the cork pops and this much hyped beer pours into my westmalle chalice a ruby brown like color . it smells of yeast . i was at first extremely dissapointed by this beer but as it warmed from cellar to room temperature i discovered a much fuller flavor . this beer has dark fruit flavors aplenty . the finish is quite dry . i forgot to mention the wonderful head retention of this beer . i should also mention that i paid only . for this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to bobby for sharing this one . a the beer pours a clear orange color with a big off white head . s god this is bad . pepper ass and burnt grain up front . then an intense earthiness comes through as does the very distinct smell of a wastewater treatment plant . maybe some crappy veggie dogs in there too . t toasted malt and a hint of toffee sweetness . there s a cooked corn smell veggie dogs and even a slightly salty note . earthy and pepper notes to the flavor also . just bad . m medium in body with a medium carbonation . o this was truly terrible .,aroma,0.2,0
not really the best beer . some chill haze and a weak head . one eyebrow went up when i took a whiff . interesting blueberry aroma with something pungent in the background not sure what maybe some yeast . has a distinctive blueberry flavor but i agree it does n t taste natural . no bitterness at all there is a very faint floral almost perfumey flavor in the background perhaps a feable attempt to achieve complexity . fizzy and no real aftertaste . this may be for some but not for me . keep trying sweetwater .,aroma,0.7,1
reviewing a vintage i ve been holding for the right moment . champion beer of britain on the label . my bottle under scrutiny is numbered . fl . oz. abv fwiw a dark black but clear and just a touch of ruby along the edge of the glass . a bit of tobacco which i will give to some oxidation in the year old beer s coffee touch of molasses t a tad too much black patent malt imo . again coffee and tobacco plus a hint of cedar m very thin for a beer of this lineage d overall not worth retaining for a long haul . interesting to put the retro glasses on for a view of beers to hold from ten years back though .,aroma,0.8,1
dark brown with mahogany highlights and a tan head that settled to a ring and a few clouds . light carbonation with hints of rye bread and malt . tastes of caramel cane or yellow sugar i found the sweetness nicely held in check by a nicely balanced bitterness . a rich and full mouthfeel . lacing got more impressive as the glass emptied . warming brought out molasses increasing sweetness yet still bitter that aftertaste got more pronounced with air . silky smooth delightful mouthfeel very rich and filling . i quite enjoyed this beer and found it more interesting than the leffe blonde my only criticism might be that it s a bit too rich at times but that s a minor distraction . my preferred leffe right now .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to evan for this beer that i desperately wanted to try . over the top hoppy beers are not my favorite . i can enjoy them a lot and appreciate them for what they are but i find them a bit one dimensional and most of the time am left with a is that it . feeling . i still needed to try this beer since i heard it uses the most hops that stone has ever used per barrel . not seconds after i pour the beer into a glass does my wife from across the kitchen who hates hops said she could smell the beer from there and not to bring the glass any closer . that should tell you a little bit about the aroma . it is very stong and i m digging it a lot . very fresh hop smell to it . the taste is overwhelmingly hoppy and sharp . since it tastes almost how i expected it to i am not shocked and am rather pleased . as hoppy as it is it is pretty drinkable and i finished the bomber without any trouble or fatigue . this beer quenched any hop craving i ll have for a while and i enjoyed it immensely .,aroma,1.0,1
aroma sweet candy like roasted chocolate burnt marshmellow citrus and spicey hop arma . fruity esters of strawberries covered in chocolate . smells so good . appearance clear dark brown with ruby highlights . thick and creamy off white head retention . flavor malty with roasted barley character mixed with a rye flavor . slightly acidic from the dark malts but not overpowering at all . piney hop flavor and the piney hop bitterness dominates the palate after the swallow . slight smokiness . mouthfeel medium full body . a tad high on the carbonation . slick on the tongue . overall impression this reminds me of a brown ale with a twist which would be the rye . this beer kind of dissapointed me becasue the hop aroma is supposed to be a lot more intense . especially if your marketing the term dry hopping on the label . i was expecting a burst of hop aroma which was n t really there . this is a well brewed beer and very tasty . great job . . the term dry hopping means verb to introduce hops to the wort after the fermentation . dry hopping significantly increases the hops character of the aroma and flavor of the final beer without increasing the bitterness or ibus international bittering units .,aroma,0.9,1
a a fingers worth of slightly fizzy white head that is sa bit creamy and mixed with big chunky bubbles . moderate retention gives way to a splotchy lace with a collar around the glass . a deeply hazed murky light auburn color . trace carbonation rises throughout . s a terrific mixture of fresh and canned peaches . apricot . honeydew . some very light candied sugars . fresh baked donuts . hints of wheat . a tad bit on the musky side . seems odd but i m picking up minor notes of coffee and vanilla . t a mix of unripe peach and canned peaches . grass and wheat notes . slightly medicinal . notes of vanilla . shortbread . m medium bodied . slightly fizzy . oddly astringent . a bit chalky . a bit of a dry finish . a slightly pasty coating lingers in the mouth . d this one starts out strong in terms of appearance and smell but quickly goes down hill thereafter . this one seems a bit forced and i m not sure i would accept an invitation to drink this again in the future .,aroma,0.9,1
oh man . that bright yellow can is like a delicious beacon calling to me at the supermarket . the ultimate chill beer creamy like a guiness but so easy to put down . expensive for how quickly it vanishes but if it s on sale which it often is you know i ll be buying the four pint . the taste i ll admit is n t hoppy or even very stong but rather subtle and beautifully simple zen if you will . a real guzzler that ll quench your thirst without fucking you up too bad . great with a meal or poured at home into a frozen pint glass . props to england .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark brown with a hint of ruby red to it . small head that dies of quick . no lacing . s carmel malt sweetness raisins and some earthiness . t a bit sweet and really malty up front that gives way to earthy hops and toasted malt . finish is very odd and not that good . earthy toasty slightly sweet and slightly hoppy flavors that for whatever reason do n t meld together . kind of a dirt like taste that hits the back of the tongue . m thin and a bit watery . moderate carbonation . d lower drinkability because of the finish . glad i only have one that was in a mix six from casanova s .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a dark brownish purple color with minimal head and almost no lacing . the smell is all over the place . some very sweet sugars some dark fruits going on . the flavor is kind of tangy kind of a cranberry like flavor but overly sweet . a small amount of a bitter twang at the end . an odd beer i ve liked some of dogfish head s more eccentric offers but i just could n t get into this .,aroma,0.4,0
pours nearly black with a thin head that soon becomes a swirling patch that eventually disappears . the smell is of chocolate honey and coffee . dark fruits and a touch of warming alcohol also present . very inviting to say the least . the taste is of coffee and chocolate mocha like . slight roastiness with a touch of charcoal smokiness give it a nice touch . dark fruitiness adds to complexity and balance . sweet but with sufficient balance . some hints of anise licorice come through as it warms . it has a warming long coffeeish finish . it is full bodied silky creamy rich and heavy . it is smooth despite noticeable alcohol and complexities . a great brew . thanks to jcwattsrugger for providing me a bottle of this treat .,aroma,1.0,1
stopped in for the lunch a few weeks ago and finally took notes on one of my favorites from portsmouth . oz served in a pint glass a solid black for the most part but i do see some amber towards the bottom of the glass . big frothy cream colored head which sticks around until the end . some thick lacing towards the top s nose is probably the weakest part of this beer . not much too it some roasted oat and malt t ah yes the beer i remember . dark chocolate light roast flaked oat . some sweetness from the chocolate malt m full bodied . i love that portsmouth puts all their stouts on nitro just seems to work so well . smooth and creamy d my glass was empty before i knew it . very flavorful and easy drinking . recommended,aroma,0.6,1
it s an average beer perfect to drink in a hot rio summer day . it s made to drink on brazilian style about celsius degrees . it tastes is good but it costs than value . the white head does n t exists because the very low temperature does n t let then form . by the way is a beer to drunk fast because the taste when it s in a high temperature is very bad . the merchandise is greater than the taste but is better than other brazilian pilsen style beers .,aroma,0.4,0
ounce can courtesy of ryan poured into a duvel tulip . confusingly it s labeled both ipa and farmhouse ale . light amber body with a slight haze and a finger s worth of cream colored head . this sticks around for a while and leaves a bit of wet lacing here and there . a small amount of sediment settles at the bottom of the glass . smells hmm what the heck does this stuff smell like . not an ipa that s for sure . a few very mild citrusy notes do seem to be hiding in there somewhere but the rest of the nose is puzzling at best offputting at worst . as it warms up the scale definitely tips toward offputting . cooked frozen mixed vegetables doughy undercooked bread cool whip . . more normal notes of caramel appear periodically . what the hell . as the first sip hits my tongue my immediate thought is there s no way i m finishing this . mercifully there s a modest amount of piney bitterness to distract from everything else . i ca n t shake the impression of eating green beans that have been in the fridge a day or past their prime . soggy beans of questionable edibility complete with butter and salt . no credit granted for the bready malts and occasional surfacing of citrus when the dominant flavor of your ipa is green beans that needed to be tossed yesterday you ve got yourself a problem . looking for a silver lining here . ah yes the mouthfeel . it s just fine . medium body moderate carbonation . those damn green beans just linger and linger though . overall impression am i to assume this is some cruel joke being played on the beer drinking public . that the contents of this can are somehow contaminated . surely there s some reasonable explanation for what i just tried to choke down .,aroma,0.2,0
pours just off clear with a nice lingering head and a bit of lacing . smell is pretty boring a little old bananas and corn eh whatever taste is quite clean warm cereal grain flavour lingering on the off sweet side but then finishing with a bit of artificial cherry on the end . feel is just very very light nothing there really overall this is a refreshing brew without a lot of positives but with no glaring negatives something to have with sushi or to chug as a first beer on a hot day .,aroma,0.4,0
perhaps this is what bell s is meant to do . overall i m more impressed with their porter than any other of the line . pours quickly out of the bottle with an half inch of head disappating quickly and leaving a fine coppery tan lace on top . thicker along the rim . color is deep leather brown black in saturation and quite opaque . tried to hold it up to some light and managed to spill experimental error or general incompetance i m finding it a little weak in the nose generally unexpressive . solid dark roast a little espresso perhaps a little sarsaparilla . tastes deep heavy and satisfying . strong malt sweetness hazelnuts and slightly old coffee . hints of cinnamon and vanilla . mouthfeel is heavy but not creamy rich but not garagulous . fine bitterness in the finish cutting the sugars down to size . i demands me some more .,aroma,0.6,1
a yellow with orange reflexes . a little white foam not persistent and not so fine . s incredible aromas in this beer . even if is a lambic the smells are very fine and not off flavours . over all wine grape must. it seems to be in a wine cellar . . then citric lemon and grapefruit . a little of cat s pee and medicinal . t the wine grape is predominant in a first time but with the passage of time sharpness acidity and astringency come out for a dry finish . m a little body and smoothness with no bitterness for this incredible sharpness beer . d a beer that clean the palate so can be good with some fat meat . unluckily i drink this alone . .,aroma,1.0,1
acknowledging the zest in the hops now that s how you start a review . i m glad that this grolsch is available in a pink grapefruit version . the hops are just bitter enough not to distract you however they mesh with the light malts to make this beer on par with a good glass of grapefruit or lemonade juice when its hot out . hot weather grolsch . there are others of course but keep this one on your list in any form bottle tap can everything in the appearance is without fault a light gold colouring with the carbonation running wild the way you would like it to in a good thirst quenching beer . the hops linger in your mouth enough to simply cry out for another thus creating some dangerous drinkability . all right as you can see my talk has been short but to the point enough now enjoy and let s get drinkin .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a dark jet black with a small mocha colored head that dissipates quickly . s mmm what a good smelling beer . ton of sweet belgian chocolate some notes of roasted coffee even some dark sweet fruits in there hints of grape even some burn from the alcohol . delicious smell and a lot of it . t a great blend of that sweet chocolate and pure roasted coffee . it s got somewhat of a chocolate milk quality . the taste is full of sweetness but the bitterness of the coffee does a great job of providing some bitter balance . great taste . m quite milky with a touch of carbonation the beer goes down very smooth and just a tinge of burn from the alcohol . overall i thought this was a fantastic brew unlike just about any other imperial stout i had . great job by southern tier .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to badbeer for this trade a dld last year . a ton of carbonation sticking to the edges of the glass at first creates an inch of tan head that fades to a skim in just a couple of minutes . body is a very deep brown with a bit of a murky hue . a fragrent nose brings about thoughts of raspberry chewy candy and a bit of candied malt . enters the mouth with a long creamy tart feel . notes of crisp apples fresh raspberries and even end a nice mellow malty sweetness is faint on the end of the palate . a very lengthy fresh sour feel is prominate on the finish and creates a pleasant mouthfeel . i speak a lot of the sour and tartness of this beer but it is not to harsh but well balanced with a touch of woodsy malt sweetness . enjoyable for the style but drinkability says i still need to share the bottle with a friend . another beer for the sour tart brew fans .,aroma,0.9,1
ah good ol camo drinking this has probably taken years off my life . anyways camo is n t too bad tasting and will for sure to get even the biggest boozers buzzed but man does it give you hangovers . try at your own risk . it tastes sort of like bad beer with rubbing alcohol in it but is definately drinkable as s go . just take some ibeprofin or a lot of water after each drinking session .,aroma,0.2,0
not my kind of beer . but i m not a huge ipa fan . maybe it was skunked . still learning . consumed with a pilsner glass . appearance a great tannish to dark brown . a finger head i do n t know about lacing because i just could n t drink it . smell decent traditional ipa smell with some funk our sourness . taste metallic smell with a hops hops hops . mouthfeel fizzy with a harsh sourness that gave me shivers every time . drinkability could get past the first few sips let alone a whole beer .,aroma,0.8,1
blurry coral with a pale pink cap the color of homemade strawberry ice cream . if the beer is allowed to come vigorously chugging out of the little can the head that forms is actually of decent size and persistence . a few strands of lace manage to stick to the glass . this is an odd looking beer dare i say that it s pretty . but i m bound and determined to keep an open mind . wittekerke rose smells like sweetened raspberries . the nose is actually pretty appealing if one likes raspberry infused fruit beer . believe it or not there s the slightest bit of yeasty musty funk underlying the sticky fruitiness . i m still onboard with testicles intact . whoa now . who dumped an entire canister of sugar into my beer . this is without a doubt the sweetest most cloying most tooth rotting so called beer that i ve ever had . i do n t hate sweet beer even the melbourn bros. offerings are okay in small doses but this one goes way way too far . this stuff is sweeter than orange juice . orange juice to which heaping tablespoons of sugar have been added . at some point when the boundaries of beer have been stretched to the breaking point the beverage in question ceases to be beer . this is one of those cases . it ll be all i can do to finish this review . here goes . raspberry puree choked with sugar nothing more . oh yeah there s no hint of funky yeastiness or any other subtle flavors on the palate . despite the tiny . ounce can i ca n t force myself to finish it . the mouthfeel is . wait a second . lt gag choke gt . thick and syrupy and sticky and spritzy and disgusting . it s a wonder the brewers were able to get all that excess granulated sugar into solution . i half expect to feel graininess with each sip . despite starting off on a somewhat promising note wittekerke rose falls and falls hard as soon as it comes into contact with the taste buds . i ca n t imagine any self respecting wine cooler loving woman liking this stuff much less a beer drinker . this beer is n t fit for human consumption . and giving it to a dog would be grounds for calling the spca .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks tytoanderso for this one . small corked bottle poured into a snifter . the bottle opens with a loud pop betraying the heavy carbonation that produces a very large bubbly head atop the dark burgundy brew . the air escapes from the head leaving a dense luscious two finger thick head that holds extremely well and coats all sides of the glass on its way down . aroma improves as it warms with notes of fruits chocolate caramel oak vanilla and bourbon . full bodied velvety starts as bourbon soaked plums covered in chocolate but caramel maltiness keeps exchanging roles with bourbon heat vanilla and oakiness . quite easy to drink despite some heat here and there . there seems to be a perfect temperature near room temperature colder inhibits the aroma but way too hot it gets too hot and bourbon gets too noticeable . i have to admit i have been trying a lot of lost abey beers and most have been underwhelming . now i see the reason for the hype . i just wanted to know the vintage could not identify on the bottle but this was traded june . the version the one out there now unfortunately is a total flat uncarbonated mess . drainpour . absolutely horrible .,aroma,0.6,1
this is ok but disappointing . this beer looks good since it s a clear dark reddish copper with a light tan head that s pretty big and dense slowly shrinking to a permanent thin head leaving some weak lacing . the aroma is rather english and malty with yeasty wheat bread crackers and hints of nuts earth and pine . the taste does not live up to the smell and displays little of the depth or complexity that the aroma promises . it is mostly alcholic the malt thin weak and one dimensionally caramelly . the hops seem slightly acrid bitter hops with no real character aside from of stale leaves . however it thnen finishes with a decent light bread character . as it warms the acrid quality decreases and the beer becomes more smooth but despite this it is consistently too bland and too alcoholic .,aroma,0.8,1
smells bready and malty . better go get a knife and fork for this bad boy . a good dry stout . it s very crisp and finished quite bitter . has a smoky flavor almost like a porter . the mouthfeel is surprisingly thin though for a stout . not one of my favorites but decent .,aroma,0.9,1
a solid brown and clear nice creamy brown white head with copious lacing . s light medium aroma . hints of dough and hop but not real strong . t interesting . very faint on the malt end but a hint of some dough and rye hence rye ale i suppose . a lot of hop on the finish and quite sour but more in a dough sense than a citrus sense . i ca n t quite pinpoint the hop but unique if nothing else . m medium to full body and oily and smooth . d i like it but the sour hop got to me and that s coming from a hop adorer . i got a oz glass and that was enough for me . overall impression unique and well crafted . takes a bit of a hit on the drinkability but i like mixing it up with the rye . good beer from a good brewpub .,aroma,0.6,1
very dark ruby brown in color with full foamy tan head that settles very quickly to a light coating . a lot of visible carbonation . very appealing looking but do n t let it fool you . the aromas are very muddled and hard to pick up . i get some wet hay and grain and some light hoppiness . if you really concentrate you can pick up some very faint maltiness . very uncharacteristic of a porter . the taste is just as confusing . at first there a nice roasted malt and some sweetness . this goes away very quickly and i get a medicinal band aid taste then some unpleasant bitter burnt flavors . the more it warms up the more the roastiness comes through does n t improve too much . either this beer is just terrible or there s something wrong with it . i tried both bottles i had and the same thing . it s a medium to full bodied beer with plenty of carbonation and nice lingering mouth coating . one of the better aspects of this beer . i was very disappointed with this beer . the initial sip is not bad then it s a downhill after that . very off flavors and very uncharacteristic of this style to me .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a light gold that is as clear as purified water . very lightly carbonated . nice thinnish white head . smell is bitter and a bit like citrus sitting on top of the malt . first taste is sweet and upfront and gets bitter at the end . a good beer the mouthfeel is a light body beer with decent carbonation . overall this is better than american budweiser and would be ok to session .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer poured a very faint yellow with a head that dissapated really fast . the smell is a citrus and kinda spicy smell to it . the taste sure has some spice to it from the coriander . its a well rounded beer . has a nice clean flavorfull aftertaste .,aroma,0.8,1
i fear this review brands me as a philistine . or perhaps the bottle i had was gassed . batch stamp but no date . poured at degrees into a standard glass pub pint . this ale sits pretty in the glass thick foamy head of not fine bubbles dark aged copper body carbonation roiling and welling up thickly as form a deepwater horizon type blowout . delightful nose . all suggestion nothing overpowering . nutty not very hoppy some toasty malt . created keen sense of expection . poof . gone . thin mouthfeel swirling around in my piehole waiting for a flavor epiphany studying the reaction of my tastebuds wondering when everything is going to kick in . very dry slightly hoppy very little other sensation and very fleeting at that . i do n t have a cold or any taste malfunction it s just that very little registered with no finish to speak of . when it was down the hatch all traces of flavor went with it . does that mean clean . that s why i think it might have been the bottle sitting as a single in a shop fridge for perhaps a long time . it s very easy drinking . and i ll certainly give it another go on another day .,aroma,0.8,1
i saw a stray bottle of this on a shelf in the lcbo and figured what the hell . how bad could it be for two bucks . pours a clear caramel color with a thin film of head . enough retention and lacing to keep me from complaining . has a decent enough aroma all malty and caramely with some raisin coming out as it warms and some grassy hops . the taste is a little sour at first with a crisp almost refreshing effervescence . a little biscuity with a tinny bitterness that washes away any trace of sweetness . oddly it smells far far sweeter than it tastes . inoffensive watered down . boring . thin and watery mouthfeel . not horrible but not exactly the absolute best use of two dollars either .,aroma,0.8,1
this fine brew to me is a litle bit of heaven in a glass the beer has a golden yellow to copper color . the foam sticks to the glass all the way down . it has a fine hop aroma to the nose not over powering it has a warm mellow alcohol bite to it not too much just enough to keep your respect . this is a fine german beer they way it should be prost . . . .,aroma,0.6,1
i ve been on a bit of a coffee beer kick lately and i was excited to add a new base style to the list of coffee infused brews that i had had . a doppelbock . unusual i thought at first but the bursting malt body makes sense like a brown this might be a perfect match for coffee . how did the folks at dark horse do with this creative experiment . light ruddy reddish brown with a thin fixxy head that sticks around as an ever present ring . aromas of coffee and brown sugar the initial coffee flavor gives way to a juicy malty middle and an abruptly dry finish . there s a hint of alcohol warming and the aftertaste has a very bitter bite . had i not known the base style i would never have guessed that this was a doppelbock . what s best about this beer is the way the coffee flavors are both assertive and balanced . i wish that the beer tasted more true to the doppelbock style more malts greater length heavier feel and less bite . overall this is an above average coffee beer and a mediocre bock though i m glad dark horse went for this experiment and eschewed the porters stouts only path for its java brew there s great potential still with this combination .,aroma,0.8,1
biegaman shared this one . thanks jan . oz bottle . pours crystal clear yellowy amber colour . a small fairly dense head rises up and quickly falls to a ring around the glass . bit of spotty lace . aroma is nice . light caramel . biscuit malt . bit of alcohol . just a hint of grape like fruity character . touch of earthy character . taste is ok. actually it was a bit of a letdown after the pleasant aroma . bit of corn . light biscuit . earthy . could actually be a touch past its prime . bit of alcohol . watery . mouthfeel is a bit thin . medium carbonation level . drinkability is ok. i d rather sit and smell it though .,aroma,0.8,1
i wish this was n t a seasonal maybe that s part of the charm . poured from can into proprietary pint glass . nut brown appearance with fluffy two finger plus head that lasts and leaves a lot of lovely lace . creamy mouthfeel with medium carbonation . tastes of sweet malts caramel and brown sugar . it has a light taste to it and leaves a bitter dry finish . very drinkable if i could change one thing i wish it was a wee bit heavier .,aroma,0.6,1
draught at the brewpub . gold with a small head probably due to an overflowing pour . super resiny herbal and piney nose really smells like a shit load of dry hopping . the flavor is a blast of minty herbal and piny hops . pretty dry and subdued malts . the lack of real malt assertiveness leaves the impression of chewing on pure hops . alright but not my style for an ipa with the less than flavorful malts .,aroma,0.8,1
a oz bottle poured into a pint glass . golden yellow with a thin off white bubble . good lacing on the glass but seemed a little bland on the eyes . light hop nose nothing much else to the smell . plenty o hops . . . very bitter and a very bland aftertaste and very thin for an ipa . carbonation gives a slight creaminess . very dry finish and slight metallic twinge . nice enough to drink every once in a while but an ipa that has lots of room for improvement .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance yellow with a honey gold color . great head with a mix of small and medium bubbles . some lacing . smell . astringent liquor notes . with heavy yeasty notes . some roasted caramel malts . it has a sour quality . the hops really get overshadowed . taste sweet tea like quality with powerful honey texture . it feels heavy in my throat . astringent finish . lots of odd unmatched flavors . lacks balance . the hops are bland . i think the use of well water gives it a mineral taste . mouthfeel heavy bodied . sour finish . drinkability drinkable but probably better paired with a steak dinner .,aroma,0.4,0
pale amber in colour and very carbonated . nice citrusy hop aroma . tangerine is the specific smell here . flavors begin citrusy but quickly shift into sour apple with a bitter finish . far too light on the palete . file this one in the smells great but tastes not so good category .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle into maudite snifter . a pours a pale slightly hazy copper color with a finger head that dissipates quickly and leaves little lacing . s very disappointing . no hops almost feels like i m smelling the glass . t i was expecting a lot more flavor from this ipa . m watery o i do n t think i would get this one again .,aroma,0.4,0
the beer snob in me told me not to buy it and i listened for months then on the type of whim that frequently accompanies a stumbling stupor i went for it . glad i did . refreshing playful flavors remind me of serenaded nights at plaza garibaldi in mexico . beer plus tomato plus salt plus lime equals excellence . if only i had hot sauce . not constructive enough . it tastes like a terrible beer poured into a clam and tomato drink . a tinny aroma . pleasant rich mouthfeel . do n t bother trying it if you already know you hate it .,aroma,0.4,0
had this on tap at the aranyhomok in keskemet hungary a pours a light golden color that produced a foamy white head that disappears and leaves no lacing around the glass s no real scents i guess because i had on tap in europe there was no skunk but i guess sutle malts was all t not a complex beer but then again was n t supposed to be . clean refreshing some malts and grains m light bodied with moderate carbonation d good beer never had in the bottle in the states but enjoyed it over there,aroma,0.4,0
i generally find trader joe s beers to be both cheap and relatively good and i figured if it s brewed by unibroue it s got to be pretty good so here it goes . poured from a ml bottle into a chimay chalice a much darker color than i was expecting . deep dark brown with slightly reddish tints at the edge of the glass when held up to the light . maybe a finger s width of tan head that has relatively short retention and leaves only very light lacing . s smell of this one hits you right out of the bottle even before it s poured . right up front and very overpowering to any and every other aroma is the smell of allspice . hidden behind that is a slightly yeasty smell and some coffee malts . way too heavy on the spices to smell like a good beer . t tastes better than it smell to be sure . allspice takes a backseat to the sweet slightly roasty caramel malts and yeast but it is still way too prevalent . furthermore there is nothing to balance the overwhelming sweetness of both the malts and the sweet allspice . m full bodied and balanced with a medium amount of carbonation . quite sticky though which when coupled with the sweetness coats my mouth and is fairly unappealing . d better than some beers but worse than many this is not really a beer worth drinking . too sweet and someone had a heavy hand with the spices making this beer completely overwhelming at least to my palate .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz green corked bottle poured into my boulevard smokestack series goblet . this is interesting . from a good solid pour it took about seconds for a dense chocolate milk colored head to appear . for a second i thought there would be no head . i m used to higher abvs to not have much head but to see it slowly bubble up was pretty cool . color is . . black of course . smell is n t very powerful . the liquid is keeping the aroma trapped . there is a mild boozy alcohol . taste explodes where the smell does not . there is some blackberry juiciness a little soy sauce saltiness bitter charred wood . pretty boozy as well . mouthfeel is pretty slick and borders on oily . i think it s the alcohol warmth that burns that off and finishes drier . big big beer . very slow sipper . blipped paint it black by the rolling stones .,aroma,0.6,1
i drank this from a oz bottle into a rochefort chalice . the beer pours medium brown with tons of carbonation . the head rises a good fingers of light tan head decently creamy . the retention is nice lasting several minutes . the lacing is very nice as well . the aroma is medium smells must like any other belgian dark ale light hops some carmel . the taste is ok light malts on the front some alcohol on the back . the feel is a little light for my liking but drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
i picked this beer up at hop city in atlanta . let s give it a go appearance pours very dark and still with surprisingly little anything going on on top of the beer . there are a few bubbles rising but they do n t stick at all . this beer seriously looks like a day old coke with no ice . unfortunately there was a decent pop when i popped the cap so i guess it is supposed to look like this . quite disappointing as i do n t want any style beer to look this still in the glass . i guess i will give it a bit of credit as it does n t look like mud in my glass . aroma some mild cherry along with evident roast and some chocolate and a bit of dark caramel . there are a few toasty notes but they are reserved . taste the cherry is a much bigger player in the flavor than in the aroma . the roast profile is also a big player in the flavor and is giving lots of coffee in the flavor and finish with some acidity left on the back of the throat to linger for a while . there is a tad of chocolate in the flavor but the coffee is the biggest player . the body is medium with low carbonation . the malt is in charge of this beer with only some grassy hops and some floral being noticeable . the finish is bordering on the harsh side with the acidity from the dark malts adding to some alcoholic warming and subtle hopping . opinion wow i have always been happy with bell s products but this is the exception . this beer failed from square one for me and i would n t drink it again . it is n t as horrible as sam adams cherry wheat by any means but it is absolutely my least favorite offering from bell s . i had pretty high hopes for this one and unfortunately for me my palate bell s and anyone else that will listen this beer was a pretty major let down .,aroma,0.7,1
pours out with deep and dark shads of amber with ruby red inside . bubbly lively head yet very dense khaki coloration in the head . retention is excellent and stays pretty deep throughout . the aroma has a unique sweet fruitiness too it that i was not expecting . sweet dates and raisins all over a touch of hershey s chocolate syrup mildly sweet red fruits and a bunch of heat which is also a surprise . the aroma is nice and draws you in . the malt is very smokey and fruity . which seems like a strange combo but it works . the roastie flavor s make it almost stout like in flavor except for he lighter body and major fruitiness . raisins grapes and raspberries along with mild chocolate gives this one a really strange balance . medium feel thanks to a creamy head with a light body and way too intense heat for the style . there s a dry bitter hoppy finish along with the heat . makes it a bit too harsh . complexity is high and it has a bit of aged cask flavor s around it too which is fine if the flavor s worked together . instead they come at you in all directions . the blalance is crazy with herbal bitter hops that are not too intense until the heat rides in and refuses to settle down . simply this is a crazy messy but complex brown ale .,aroma,0.9,1
lot number a garnet body no head no lacing no nothing . smells . bad . bretty and sour sure . but uriney . for a lambic offensive smells dominate the currant . taste is not much better . after several sips i can reconcile that it has a red currant base but it s waterier which is just as well because they re so sour to begin with . there s some dull musty taste on it as well that i ca n t quite place sort of bitter . mouthfeel is flat thin does n t help it at all . this is kinda like red currant juice that someone left out or in this case in bretty oak barrels for too long . one of the most expensive beers i ve bought recently by volume but probably the worst . if this was an experiment i would tentatively call it a failure . i ca n t help but wonder if i got a skunked one somehow . did the currant juice kill the yeast maybe .,aroma,0.3,0
poured out of a oz . can into a beer stein . what head it had disappeared within seconds leaving absolutely nothing . the colour was surprisingly light . it looks like a light beer . it s light yellowish gold . the smell is that of sweet metal . that s it . i was afraid to taste it but was relieved when i did . it tasted much better than the smell . i d even say it tastes better than all the high gravity lagers i ve had other than oe hg . it has a bitter taste that tastes lightly of metal . it really is quite smooth . some alchol burn but not until the aftertaste . it s somewhat sweet but not cloyingly so . the nauseating bit is the taste of the actual malt . it s pretty bad . within the category of malt liquor this stuff s pretty bad . however i think that modern high gravity lagers should not be considered in the same category . it s a totally different style and within that style there are worse things for sure ahem steel reserve .,aroma,0.2,0
pt fl oz bottle cold poured into wide mouthed brandy snifter type glass . this beer is much darker than it s weizen relative and the head seems much thinner . this beer is nearly black with just a little hint of amber at the edges . correspondingly the aroma is even deeper and more inviting than the weizen . i ve reviewed this beer before on tap at last year s gbbf so i ll focus this review on the differences between this version and the bottled weizen rauchbier of the same make . this beer is much more bitter . in that regard it s actually flatter than the otherwise inferior weizen version coincidentally it s also less fizzy which works in its favor in my opinion . the bitterness is of burnt malt and some german hops as well and whereas the weizen reminded me of tea this reminds me more of particular smokey coffees i like allegro s sulawesi toraja but my coffee fu is not yet up to the standard of my beer or tea fu so you may have to forgive my lack of vocabulary here . finally there s a bit of an acidic of even iodine note in the very back of the flavor . of the two i prefer the marzen but both are great . no yeast in this bottle either .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance a wonderfull head that settles and leaves some lacing . hazy copper color . smell apples citrus yeast and alcohol . taste fruity sweet some kind of sugar and a bit dry with sour alcohol . phenolic taste that makes me think of childhood memories involving band aids . this is to present for me to really enjoy it . mouthfeel a full body whit lots of carbonation . drinkability quite drinkable considering the abv .,aroma,0.8,1
a a hazy orange color into a golden pheasant pilsner glass with a dirty white frothy head about two fingers . it hangs around for a while and leaves a lot of lacing . its a good loking beer but not what i expect from a pilsner . s spicy malt and a little orange . some citrusy hops . t humfh . not a lot there and i sooo wanted it to be . there is some bread malt and a hint of the spiciness . a little hop character on the back . altogether malty and peppery with equal amount of mellow hops that does n t give enough even for a pilsner . mf fresh and crisp with an overall a water downed feel . d its nice that its a homebrew recipe from around my home city but it does n t offer a whole lot of flavor or a great mouth feel . i d pass on this one again .,aroma,0.8,1
this is my first american brewed altbier . it comes pretty close to the original . tastes like a diebels . it has a slightly nutty aftertast dark orange amber colour . i love richmond not only for bringing this to my tastebuds . the richbrau brewpub is awsome .,aroma,0.4,0
this baby has been sitting around for a few months and i m not interested in seeing what a year does to it . so here we go . pours a thick black . super bubbly tan head that goes away with haste . smells heavily of booze dipped dark fruit and straight up alcohol but not much burn . very sweet flavor . super malt and booze combo . it reminds me a six month old marin bw on steroids . hefty dark fruit and booze flavors with some hops in hiding . strong notes of brown sugar . this is n t as hot as i would expect from a big beer but it certainly makes up in how sweet it is . there s a hop flavor but not much . definitely signs of immense complexity in this beer . toffee dried fruit of a sweet citrus persuasion . the hops in here do n t seem to come off as bitter definitely more floral . a lot of flavors fighting for it s moment in the taste bud spotlight . something about this makes me thing this beer wants to be a bit of a beast while try to maintain some kind of form . this beer is definitely a test of patience .,aroma,0.8,1
for my th review i figured there d be nothing better than sweetwater . oz . brown bottle with best if enjoyed by . . printed on the label poured into a sweetwater conical pint glass . pours a crystal clear gold with a huge pillowy head of white foam that falls away slowly to leave behind a thick cap and big fat rings of lace all the way down the glass . the nose is rather subdued without much going on other than some faint piney herbaceous hop notes and a little whiff of biscuit . medium bodied with just the right amount of carbonation the palate is presented with a wonderful balance of flavor up front just a touch of sweet caramel malt sliding down into a mellow base of biscuit that s met in the middle by a nice dose of piney resinous hops and a powerfully dry bitterness all of which carries into the finish that leaves one reaching for another sip . wonderfully drinkable and overall an excellent apa . a staple here in the south and that s just fine by me .,aroma,0.6,1
pours thick and dark with a brown one inch head in my mug . been a while since i ve had a stout . burnt roasty smell with coffee cocoa and cream . a smokey woody hot cocoa almost . taste kinda smokey . light coffee a sorta creamy presence from whatever milk is present . really the one word i can come up with this is smokey but i ll let it warm up to let it unfold . the cream flavor opens up more as it warms but again it s rather smokey with just a hint of lingering coffee bitterness and a tad minerally in the finish . . i ca n t really detect cocoa in the flavor as much as in the smell . i prefered my initial sniff of this stuff than it s taste . as far as drinkability i d say it goes down pretty easily but i m a bit dissapointed in the flavor . too much smoke i was expecting milk chocolate . oh well,aroma,0.8,1
on tap churchill s pub grille san marcos ca glowing orange with a thick off white head and lots of stick left all over the glass . gorgeous . incredibly pungent and tropical aroma . the distinct nelson hops really shine here . the aromas are of strong smashed pineapples and grapefruits along with a strong floral note and some dank sticky marijuana . love it . one of the best aromas i ve ever experienced from any dipa . medium to high bitterness but loads of grapefruit and pineapple flavors balance things out . again the nelson hops shine through tremendously . medium to thick body with a dry finish . an absolutely wonderful dipa . i need to have this one again and again and again and again . honestly i never expected a dipa this good to come from karl strauss count me in as very pleasantly surprised .,aroma,1.0,1
reviewed from notes . this was one . oz . taster of a flight of four i sampled at pp carlsbad . nice head on the pour but it fades into a creamy swirl on the top . clearish brown in color . not a big nose on it but the taste is quite good . i get an almost nutty roasted and woodiness to it too . that woodiness probably comes from the surprising earthiness that the hops bring out on the linger . nice brew . it was somewhat drinkable for its stats so a pint of this would be good at almost anytime .,aroma,0.6,1
decided to give the gb maibock a try one day when i stopped in one day during american craft beer week to get the brewer s signature . poured a dense opaque apricot amber color . a bit lighter orange at the base when held up to the light . it had a decent two finger head but left no lace . the aroma was a light thin malty scent with some very faint fruit esthers . otherwise there was n t much there and it was a rather bland aroma . taste possessed a rich caramel flavor with a spicy hop finish . not a bad flavor for sure . not the best maibock i ve had this season but not the worst tasting one either . the mouthfeel had an almost creamy sensation to it but that was quickly drowned out by a strong carbonation tang which detracted a bit from the overall tasting . certainly not a bad beer but probably not one i d return to in the future . i ll likely stick with the gb schwarzbier from now on .,aroma,0.4,0
my friend bought a pack of this while we were in baraboo wisconsin for a geology field trip . let me start by saying i do not like pilsners especially floral pilsners . a . it was dark around the fire but it was light yellow to orange . s. it smelled pretty good actually . nice floral and fruity aromas . i got excited at first . t. when i took a drink it was almost more than i could handle . no malts . just flowers . i thought that any minute a swarm of bees were going to come attack me . m. it is a crisp moderately carbonated light beer . there was n t much to this one . d. this is one of the first beers i have ever had to pour out . it was miserable from start to finish . for some reason i could n t stop belching while i was drinking this . it was like i ate a bowl of potpourri . i will say that the name was appealing but i could not handle the whole hog half of it was dumped onto the campfire . it was sad day .,aroma,0.6,1
dark amber burnt orange with a slow rising tan head . ripe pineapple carmel and piney hops dominate the aroma . the body is thickish and coating and a heavy sweetness compensates for the advertised ibus . though hidden early in the bottle a strong alcoholic presence becomes evident as the beer warms and reasserts itself during the finish along with more searing hop bitterness . there s a lot going on with this one and flavors abound . i feel like founder s went overboard with the syrupy sweetness but they probably had to in order to balance out the aggressive hops . it was worth a try but there are many double ipas that i would reach for first .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark opaque brown with a large head s smells of strong roasted pumpkin malt sweetness of roasted roots warm spices t heavy roasted pumpkin warm spice flavors cinnamon nutmeg vanilla burnt caramel sugar m full low carbonation o well this beer varied with each sip . it was really inconsistent . my first sip was very unpleasently bitter not in the good way as if there was some burnt flavor going on in it . on the otherhand as the drink progressed the sweet roasted pumpkin worked its way to the forefront . so this was just ehh. great aromas though .,aroma,0.8,1
the nose is reminiscent of the excessively sweet and fruity which portends more . then we witness the power of fruit syrup in the body where the taste of beer is completely masked by the addition of glucose . there remains a finish where a little bitterness is present but ultimately it is too unattractive to meet the qualities of this candy juice .,aroma,0.3,0
this beer was part of a sampler pack i picked up at the brewery in bar harbor me . a medium copper hue . visibly effervescent . good inch light tan head with good retention . s a perfect restrained blueberry aroma . not syrupy or overly sweet . no hop aroma . malt aroma with no defined characteristics underscores . t blueberry flavor is very restrained . just enough to provide some character . malt is not overly sweet . suprising bitter hoppiness on the back end . overall it makes for a good tasting beer . mf medium light mouthfeel . medium low carbonation with a dry finish . d coins itself as the original blueberry ale . whether or not it is the original i do think it is the best . not overly sweet cloying or syrupy . this makes for a decidely easy drinking sessional beer for a warm summer day or crisp fall afternoon .,aroma,0.9,1
bomber poured into a snifter . enjoyed on fat tuesday . a minimal bubbles rose off a vigorous pour very little of which lingered . what was left was light brown . beer was a shiny black opaque . s roasted barley and chocolate take control allowing some alcohol to mingle with hints of raisins and dried fruits . strong estery presence . t boom quite a bit of chocolate and a heavy but smooth roasted character . alcohol is prominent but surprisingly smooth . coffee comes out a bit later along with some fruity esters . hop bitterness seems to be present mixed in with roasty blackness . deep and fun flavors finishes coffee with roasty infused alcohol . m low carbonation . fullish body oily and slick . quite a bit of warmth down deep as well as a very evident alcohol prickle on my tongue . d perfect for this warm mardi gras . tasty and complex certainly though not the greatest stout out there . i d dabble again but wo n t be searching .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a dank black with a rich mocha colored head of about fingers . carbonation looks a bit untamed . chocolate oak smoke coffee roasted malts burnt molasses . the aroma is amazing i must admit . the taste while good was not as complex as the aroma . more burnt coffee slight sweetness less chocolate and roasted malts . the feel is definitely most disappointing . while it looked nice and thick and chewy it was n t quite as this as expected . the carbonated look was not a deception it s kinda stinging . this thing smells amazing and tastes good too but the feel is a bit rough around the edges and adds some unfortunate difficulty to the drink ability .,aroma,1.0,1
a lovely poured beer beer and dark thick tan head . simply what a stout should look like . the problem is there s nothing after this . it s a watered down beer with some burt malt and coffee chocolate flavors that are so subtle i may have just imagined them . the mouth feel is far thicker than the beer is and i m not sure what the point of this is . you can drink a lot of this in a night but why on earth would you . it is hard to drink because it does n t taste good . this is a light stout and i m frankly not sure why it s so popular . sadly beer drinkers think it s a thick heavy dinner beer . i keep drying this when i m out expect to discover there s a magical tap that fixes all this beers problems but at the end of the day a beer needs flavor to be good and this beer simply does n t have any .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from oz bomber into pint glass . pitch black beer with standard tan colored head . very litle lacing but that s to be expected with the style . aroma is the weak point of this beer . very dry nose with some roated malt but little else . taste is more complex . roasted malt with notes of chocloate which allowed it to pair quite well with a very dark chocolate with ginger . mouthfeel is a tad thin for the style but still quite drinkable . smuttynose makes solid beers . though it is is not a great beer it is a solid one that i will seek out again .,aroma,0.6,1
tasted in munich . pours a very clean orange in colour looks filtered from here . good hard white head that lasts for decades . great nose of banana passionfruit cloves and green apples . some other spices in there as well perhaps cinnamon . light flavour that really fails to pack a punch . similar flavours of banana and tropical fruit that drops off to a very simple citrus finish . good body that has full creamy carbonation . balanced well with the tart finish . not a bad beer just lacking fullness of flavour to get higher marks . having said that i enjoyed it and at the price will be going back for more .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at rd anniversary party . reviewed from notes . a pours a hazy golden amber with a faint white head . s nose is pleasantly funky mild barnyard with notes of hay and grass . t more yeasty than the nose with some light fruitiness . somewhat crisp on the finish . m moderate carb and body . o apparently brewed again . passing through not much to see here . needs a bit more brett punch .,aroma,0.9,1
english style ipa brewed the american way should be interesting . appearance pours a hazy deep yellow with hints of orange . quickly disipating head no lace . smell getting lots of pine and some citrus . grassy and earthy as well . taste not a big fan not as hoppy or bitter as i was expecting . this is more plain dry than hoppy bitterness . getting a weird cheese y taste as well . having trouble describing this sweaty gym bag . i like earthy funk usually but this is borderline repulsive . mouthfeel fairly light actually . overall the excessive englishs hops has produced a very strange taste . stone is a world class brewery but this particular brew not so much . dissapointed but not everything can be great .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a standard pint glass . cloudy peach color with a similar colored head . aroma dominated by apricot with slight hints of the wheat coming through as well . taste is initially of a quality american wheat beer and then the apricot jumps out in the finish . even after the beer is swallowed a refreshing apricot flavor lingers . mouth feel is light with semi sharp carbonation bite that balances the slightly sweet flavor . overall a well made fruit beer that is rather easy drinking . i can appreciate it even more now that i have tried to brew a fruit beer myself this beer being far superior .,aroma,1.0,1
first can of beer that i ve had since last summer on the golf course . a pours out of the can like motor oil . very nice color pitch black i think a flashlight could n t go through this one . very nice inch shaved chocolate color head . it even looks a little purple maybe it s the lighting in my kitchen . s amazing . dark chocolate mocha . maybe even a little chocolate mousse nuances . t very very nice . lots of chocolate lots of coffee . m very well rounded . it actually has some soft characteristics to it . d drinkibility is somewhat good for a ris that is abv normally i will only drink one and then move on to something a little lighter . this is a terrific ris . i m glad to finally try this after hearing all the hype about it . great beer . . .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . poured into pint glass a pours almost a pitch black color with a finger of tan head . laces well throughout process s smells like a coffee stout what a shocker . smell the roasted coffee up front with a slight chocolate malt i think t m eh it does its job well it tastes like it should . coffee up front as well as a roasted aftertaste . i guess im not a coffee fan . weird consistency in the mouthfeel too . not sure how to explain it o its ok. again im not really a coffee guy . people who enjoy coffee will definately enjoy it imo,aroma,0.8,1
at the beginning of october odell s brewing company released their india barley wine the second release in a series of ml bombers offerings . this beer is part double ipa and part barley wine and is both and neither at the same time . this specialty brew is both unique and complex with huge amounts of malts and hops . do n t be turned off by the little green specks floating around as they are chucks of hops leftover from fermentation and help accentuate the huge hoppy aromas . pours a nice creamy golden color with slight greenish hue to foamy head . aromas of malts and hops give way to dried fruit . while the palate is both sweet and bitter with strong hoppy flavors with lots of grapefruit and a touch of mango . the finish is well balanced between the bitter flavors of the double ipa and the caramelly sweetness of the barley wine .,aroma,1.0,1
a oz bottle from plum market in a squared . a the red ale pours with an appropriately ruddy color a darker hue that looks like an older penny say an amber look . the ale had a small head on pour that quickly disappeared in my glass . a thin film covers the entire beer . s the red ale has plenty of caramel to go around a sweet aroma with plenty of strength . very syrupy with toffee running alongside the caramel . t while the nose is solid the taste does n t quite deliver . roasted malts with caramel in tow are there . unfortunately a metallic staleness keeps up step for step . the off flavors are mild but to control the ale . another questionable bottle from short s . m d the off flavors ruins it the ale . too bad too because the nose has a really nice aroma .,aroma,0.8,1
actually thought this beer was better when it was poured cold and right out of the fridge . damn this is a pretty beer . pours a perfectly clear but translucent brown that is slight tinged red . slight head that dossolves to a scattered swirled film . nose is essentially absent with just a sloght whaft f spices rises from the glass . flavor is not in comparison with the aroma . heavy malt base followed up by a belgian sugar sweetness . then a coating spiciness matched with a slight buring from the alcohol heat . little bits of fruits too such as cheerry prunes and pineapple . medium body that fills out a bit as it warms . but i like this beer a bit colder and lighter . excellent drinking for an afternoon where you are looking for something more than a session beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pint fl oz bottle served in a ml schneider weisse glass . i would like to point out that i really like the appearance of the bottle . i like the old world label and artwork . very unique . appearance pale yellow small head very slight haze . smell strong spice and citrus bubble gum taste mouthfeel thin but refreshing banana spicy hops this witbier was very good . i think the appearance of the beer itself lacks a little but the smell and taste makes up for it . i stumbled on this one at central market in poulsbo wa . deschutes continues to impress me with their superb brews .,aroma,0.9,1
the aroma of berry funk with a hint of crust that smells delicious . the appearance is rich pinot wine color with a white head and tons of berry sediment floating on top . flavors of sour funk berry lambic on a bubbly smooth body with tart smoothness to end .,aroma,1.0,1
oz can into my narke . pours a medium dark muddy gold with a light tan head really good retention and lacing . a light but coy aroma showing off pineapple caramel and very smooth shops . taste however is really light and boring . reminds me of a light english pale ale only showing hops on the finish . the mouthfeel is super light which hurts the drinkability and taste as well as i m bored a little . a decent ipa easy to crush but nothing special .,aroma,0.9,1
a clear dark brown beer beer poured with a hiss in the glass and had a nice head that quickly dissipated s sour nose but somewhat offensive because it was n t lactic but acetic in qualities oakiness does come through a bit more as it warms up t that was nothing like nose a lot sweeter than i expected and actually too sweet for style starts off sweet but not overly with a watery mid tasted and final slight acidic bite that was very subdued disappointing m decent enough but thin watery and sweet d ok but thin and watery not decent aftertaste you have a sip and seconds later there s no taste in your mouth where s the flanders red ale . where s the oak .,aroma,0.8,1
glad to see them breaking out the more unusual styles . a dark murky red pretty intriguing and had a light red strawberry colored head on top . s strong cherry and rasberry charachter . hugely entiicing . a pretty strong tartness is every step of the way as well t very strong tart charachter not as sour as i was thinking nicely fruity at the start but it stays too sweet at the finish which is a little off putting however some of my friends realy liked it . m pretty full body with a good medium level carbonation lingers on the tongue awhile d little too sweet for me but a couple tweaks would make it awesome .,aroma,0.9,1
the only reason i drank this is because the waitress made a mistake i ordered a sa octoberfest . anyway on to the review i did not enjoy this one bit . it was way too sweet and there was just too much of a cherry presence in both the aroma and the taste . it also seemed to be excessively carbonated . i will not have this again .,aroma,0.3,0
consumed on and poured into a snifter . i drank this next to saison noire magic beans base beer to compare the two . this is the second bottle of magic beans that i ve opened . i did n t review the first one because i thought i had an off bottle but it turns out that this bottle was exactly the same . the beer is swamp water red with a small fizzy head . the head quickly disappears and leaves no lacing . the aroma is bad . there s no subtle way to put that . i liked saison noire but this is very disappointing . think a conglomeration of medicinal plastic rotten cocoa dirt and oak . there s a dash of vanilla but it s not strong . there s a touch of tartness . the taste is a bit better than the nose as the flavors are somewhat harmonious but not quite . it opens up with cocoa segueing into vanilla and oak . the flavor is very earthy with some light lactic notes . there s a distinct taste of metal that i m never able to shake but it does n t completely ruin the flavor . tartness is at a low medium level throughout and acetic acid is apparent . alcohol is hidden and the finish is dry . medium bodied with medium carbonation . the mouthfeel is very dry . in the end this beer is cacophonous with some off flavors and a downright bad aroma . do n t seek this out .,aroma,0.3,0
pours out a clear reddish amber with hardly any suds . mabey the growler does n t have as much carbonation . smell is dirty water and soap suds . a hint of sour apple and some caramel sugars way in the back . taste is of dirty water and nothingness . this is where this one goes very very bad . this is the worst beer i have had in a long time . i tried cleansing my palate but to no avail . nasty,aroma,0.6,1
i purchased a case from kunda bev . in king of prussia pa. and poured into a pint glass . appearance a cloudy yellow and orange body with tons of carbonation a large bright white head with ok retention and very little if any lacing . smell citrusy with hints of spices very powerful if you can wait a minute or so before you drink it . taste a bit understated but the citrus flavors are there as well as a noticable cherry taste if let sit for awhile . mouthfeel rather crisp . drinkability i got this on a recomendation and it is pretty good but the taste lacks some character . do n t drink and review .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a completely opaque pitch black the color of tar that does n t even relent when put to light . this is topped by a thick sticky lacy head the color of cappuccino froth mixed with adobe or red stone cliffs like those in utah . s complex . alcohol is definitely present but not uninviting this is combined with an extremely chewy molasses flavored malt date and chocolate brownie concoction . some vanilla extract is there too . smoky charred wood burnt mulch . aromas are in the background and define it with a rugged backcountry character . t one taste of this knocked me down and out . like someone took a hammer and bashed my head in through my taste buds . strong phenols followed by a chewy taste of unsweetned burnt molasses followed by a kick reminiscent of whiskey . seemingly redwood or cherry wood chip burnt hops imbibe it with a strong smoky yet bitter hop taste . alcohol pulls through again in the aftertaste with the same pungency and numbness on the tongue that you get from good cigars . m extremely smooth somewhat like drinking bailey s irish cream . d definitely need to sip this one . this beer definitely killed me the alcohol more than shows immediately and goes straight to the head . beware of this one . i m glad i tried it but it might be a while until i have it again .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into tumbler . best by . a pours a translucent gold with orange highlights . finger white head attracts millions of tiny bubbles from the bottom of the glass . fair retention . s citrus up front . apricot banana and strawberry . minty hop presence . smells quite refreshing . t fruit continues to be up front at first followed by a touch of sweet malts and some wheat . unfortunately buttery diacetyl notes from the ringwood yeast dominate the finish . ugh . m medium high carbonation fits the style nicely . this would be hard to get down otherwise . o this beer smelled delicious and after enjoying their spring offering i had high hopes . unfortunantely the ringwood absolutely ruins this beer for me and reappears stronger and stronger after each sip . skip it .,aroma,0.8,1
i ve had this beer a few times now and i m decided that this just does n t match my expectation of an imperial stout . the first time i tried this it drank like a plain albeit boozier stout . now it tastes like a heavier boozier cream stout or a very thin ris . this feels smooth but thin though the mellow bitterness of the chocolate and the hops go nicely together . i like my stout grains burnt but here the creaminess awkwardly contrasts that burntness and i just ca n t find much going on here . i know at pk it s a deal but in terms of style this beer is a bit conceited .,aroma,0.7,1
rush river lost arrow pours an almost black color with a light small head . there is a good strong malty and coffee like smell . the taste is a bit light and weak rather watery but there is a typical malty dry porter taste that you can pick up . nice carbonation and easy to drink but its a bit too light . overall its a good beer just on the weaker side .,aroma,0.9,1
poured this oz . brown bottle into a sierra nevada hops glass . the body was bright clear and golden orange . the slightly off white thin head left very little lace . however a film remained throughout . smell was satsuma and hints of pine . light caramel . later an arm pit kind of funk appeared . taste was a crispy bracing bitterness . green leafy hops harshness . liquid hops . i suppose there is some malt presence but fresh hops dominate this one . mouthfeel was medium to light in body . adequate carbonation .,aroma,0.9,1
i opted for a pint of directors to lead things off along with my bangers and mash at the museum tavern in london opposite the outstanding and not to be missed british museum . deep mahogany in color and clear throughout the director also has a tan head which is thin yet lasting with superb lacing . nose suggests dryness if that s possible with some caramel lying around too . it s smooth and light on the carbonation yet not quite medium in the body department . caramel malt and a touch of toastiness just a touch open things up for flavor . a smidge of diacetyl comes into play but in a positive manner with floral hops at the finish rounding things off . no bitterness at all in this easy quaffing bier . cheers . . overall . appearance . smell taste mouthfeel . drinkability,aroma,0.6,1
corona is a popular beer product mainly due to its heavy advertising with its catchy tropical theme . the beer itself is typical of what one would expect in a mass produced lager light yellow straw color wide availability and heavily marketed . other qualities that are associated with corona extra are certainly nothing to brag about . its aroma is skunky with a little dash of corn and adjuncts . the flavor of corona is grainy and sweet with a taste that is bland and begs to have something added . of course it is common to add a lime wedge to a bottle of corona but what this beer needs is something much greater something that will make it at least taste like a semi respectable beer product . the watery body and overall weakness make this beer a popular choice on a hot summer day . personally i can think of at least better choices for warm weather brew . it is amazing how the management team at grupo modelo have successfully convinced the public that this skunk enhanced beer is something special . other than the ads and the sophisticated looking bottle there is really nothing to cheer about with corona extra . mexico makes much better beer than this .,aroma,0.2,0
pours black into a pint glass with no head and no lacing . smells really funky . lots of sourness that s about it for the nose . taste is sour as well with some dry cocoa in the finish . the cocoa is the only redeeming quality in my opinion . body is average at best with a bit too much carbonation . funky yet boring stout . i have no desire to ever drink this again .,aroma,0.3,0
one of the darkest brown ales i ve come across with a dark mahogany brown body with cherry red highlights . a pillowy and sticky looking light tan colored head fluffs up to about fingers thickness . aroma shows off with a sweet caramel maltiness with hints of golden raisins and maybe even some smokiness . really a lot going on here and i m loving it . big malt presence up front before a spicy hop bitterness rounds things out . sweet and fruity on the malt with a smokey character that lingers around after everything else has gone through . thick and almost chewy mouthfeel for a sub abv beer . overall another top notch beer from pretty things . really wishing i did n t have to drive to massachusetts just to buy their beer .,aroma,1.0,1
very pale ale look to it . lots of apricot and sweet smells on this one . i have tasted a beer like this before . what was it . i ca n t place it . it was n t aprihop . much more flavour in that . apricot and fruit on the palette and almost a syrup quality to it . i would not buy too many of these but its not bad .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this beer on a recent run through helen ga . i poured it from a bottle into a erdinger glass . appearance a nice basically clear cola or dark caramel color with a great head and good lacing . looks fantastic in this erdinger weizen glass . smell the nose is of yeasty wheat and malt . taste ja ist gut . tastes subtly of wheat a dry wheat flavor with caramel malty bread and a hint of winter spices . i do love a good dunkle weizen . mouthfeel medium carbonation and medium heavy mouthfeel with creaminess to it . drinkability this is a very drinkable beer . it tastes surprising light not heavy in weight i.e . isnt filling .,aroma,0.6,1
this is i would say an good hot day beer . a wheat beer would be more preferable but i havent one . a pours lightly colored . would have a large head if you poured it vigorously . s its hard to tell maybe grains or the adjunt used to induce the grainlike effect . either way it has no hop characteristics at all . t crisp and bubbly . maybe the tiniest of a hop twinge m crisp and clean d it has the ability to be drank . deffinately sessionable,aroma,0.4,0
appearance classy looking brassy gold with a tinge of grey . fair poofy white head with decent retention . smell old vaguely cheesy hops with a pointed grassy bite wafting over fresh crackery pilsener malts downwind of a beehive . weak and a bit off . taste soapy and dry . light almost tonic water light malt base does n t stand up to the hops or anything else for that matter which makes this seem like a spritzy hoppy light lager . but the all malt base does make a difference and there are no off flavors and even some interesting fruity banana . tones . maybe i m being harsh but after eating some old rasputin ice cream this beer just does n t hack it . mouthfeel light zippy and bone dry . drinkability this is the light beer for people who hate light beer . or something . it s just very very boring but also refreshing and clean . worth a try perhaps but all malt pilseners are not terribly uncommon in this country so i certainly would n t pay for another bottle . but even if this were the same price as say suntory the premium malt s i d still want to drink more of the malt s .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into the sam adams pint . a nice golden brass color with a . inch head that sticks for a bit but no too long . there is some sticky lacing . s nice . grapefruit aroma with some hints of pine fill my nose . full bodied smell if you ask me . grapefruit sweetness a plenty as well in the nose . t m citrusy and piney . very attractive flowery hops with some bready biscuity malt hidden along the way . very crisp traditional aipa tastes . loving every second of the hops and malt . nice co . medium light bodied . d refreshing and excellent .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours nice brick red very light amber color with fingers worth of off white head s mixture pine and citrus hops and small bready malt and some alcohol makes it selft present t getting a sticky resiny pine limited amounts of the bready malt alcohol and nice slight bitter finish m medium body carbonation is low alcohol hangs around a little in the finsih o this beer has some hype and for me it doesnt live up to it . that being said i like my ipa s more towards the citrus side and this is piney . i do get citrus in the nose but not in the taste and for some reason the alcohol is slightly off putting in this beer . i usually dont mind it but it just doesnt seem to work for me here . still def above avg and something i will try again but being from upstate ny not something i will try hard to seek out b b,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a duvel tulip glass . i ve been waiting for quite a while to sample this baby so well see how it goes . a pours a muddy muddy thick black with a little ring of head that sticks around but i was not expecting a head anyways its just dark and inviting black as night s smells incredibly sweet like a sweet port huge huge nose on this plums and rum raisins with hints of sweet and dark chocolate . i mean there is not real reason to get more specific it smells pretty much like exactly what is listed here very luxurious . t mf the carbonation is a nice touch here and allows an extremely heavy and creamy body to impart the flavor all across the tongue . hugely sweet plum and raisin and grape with the smallest flavor of fresh ground coffee the grape aspect is what really threw me here with quite a bit of alcohol heat almost too sweet but i ll let this guy warm up for a bit before continuing . d the drinkability is low no matter what not a sipper not a session an experience more than anything else . a beer that demands your time more than your attention . i ca n t say i d ever drink this again its really just too much i mean all these things are nice and is surprisingly carbonated for such a huge beer but really just too much .,aroma,1.0,1
nice off white two finger head which leaves a good lace on the glass . color is solid amber and clear . okay how can this be . this beer smells like vegetable soup with perhaps a touch of salisbury steak . i do n t smell any hop or malt . egads . the flavor has some hop bite to it . after that the taste became metalic . there is some noticeable malt but the aroma is overwhelmingly distracting . the finish is very very short . on the positive side it has nice body with good carbonation . sorry guys my worst pale ale homebrew is better than this . i m curious how this is made . you must be doing something unusual to create a beer like this .,aroma,0.2,0
rd offering from the winter mixed pack . a black with some dark brown around the edges . light tan head builds to two fingers and has great retention frothy texture . a huge coat of lace . s roast cocoa malt dark fruit raisin feel fairly hoppy to round it out . does n t smell as rich as some porters . t roast caramel malt and raisin start a flavor which ends pretty hoppy english type . grainy in the end with dark fruit . once again not as rich as something like edmund fitzgerald or founders . some nutty malt hints . mf light body with creamy moderate carbonation . sam adams always seems to have a silky bubble feel . bitter finish . db drinks on the lighter end of a porter not very rich but still a sessionable beer to me . i like the english hop and malt feel here it works out well .,aroma,0.6,1
had this with a grilled meal over the fourth . it is a fair combination of drinkability and taste . it has little aroma but i drank it from the bottle so perhaps i did n t give that aspect a full shot . it s notably sweet with a light subtle grainy aftertaste no other distinct flavors jumped out . overall a fair crisp beer . i would say this is a nice compliment to a meal and i would have it again under those circumstances . that said the reason i think i enjoyed it with the meal is that it s pretty unobtrusive and seems to just go along for the ride . if you re going for something striking or unusual this is probably not the one but as a straightforward refreshing beer this will do well for me .,aroma,0.4,0
part of the summer brews pack from cost plus world market . pours a hazy light yellow with a inch off white head that fades to a film on the top of the beer . decent thin rings of lace form around the glass on the drink down . smell is of grains and mustard seeds . this is very weird . taste is of toasty grains citrus zest hops and a bitter metallic flavor . there is a medicinal bitterness that lingers after each sip . this beer has a pretty good level of carbonation with a crisp and clean mouthfeel . overall this is a pretty average beer with a weird mustard metal thing going on . i am not a fan of this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
i got this beer when i went to get gas at the gas station right by my house . appearance was very very good . something that i am finding is more and more apperant in goose island beers . smell was average on a count of me trying to find that malt when i can only get hopps taste was the same as the smell but a little more malty . mouthfeel was pretty average drinkability was pretty good i could see myself having another one .,aroma,0.6,1
ml corked bottle poured into a tulip glass . no bottled date . a pours a hazy golden yellow color that produced a huge finger fluffy white head with fantastic retention . it is sticking to the glass in webs as it dissipated . s slight dry paleness with a sweet lemon honey and biscuity wheat characteristics . bits of clay yeast behind some minimal pine coming through on the finish . t really dry and bitter pine that overpowers some from what i can tell biscuits and banana with a twist of clove but it is hard to tell . definitely more like an ipa than a pale ale . the more i drink it it becomes infinitely grassy with a mineral aftertaste . m great carbonation level . mouthfeel wise is not very good . the more i had the more bitter it got became grassy and that upsetting minerality that gave it a weird metallic taste on the tongue . all of that only became more apparent the more i had of it . d this beer had alot of promise . it is still decent but really offputting due to the metallic minerality and grassy nuance that really conflicts and overpowers what would make this an otherwise great beer .,aroma,0.8,1
darkest brown with very little bubbles from the pour and no carbonation . smells and tastes of molasses raisins brown sugar and bourbon soaked oak barrels . very pungent and boozy in the nose and finish as well . mouthfeel was very thick and oily . drinkability was low the very definition of a sipper that takes an hour to get through oz . if you can find a bottle that has been aged properly and well taken care of it would be a true treat and different experience .,aroma,0.9,1
a beautiful golden color with a think head when poured . stale bread with a nutmeg smell which makes you think of fall and crisp cool air . bitter right off the bat then strong alcohol flavor and then finished again with bitter . medium body which is nice in the mouth . i was really looking forward to trying this beer kinda disappointed . i like ipa s and bitter ales but this is just a little to strong for me . i think i prefer the post road pumpkin ale better .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a spiegelau stemmed pilsner glass . appearance looked pretty good . nice tan head on a very dark body . faded fairly quickly but was easily resuscitated with a quick swirl . smell band aid that had formerly covered an infected wound . simply awful . taste just as bad as the smell . i m not sure what went wrong here . mouthfeel the consistency is decent but is impossible to appreciate due to the taste . overall i was really looking forward to tasting this beer . i really enjoy both imperial porters and beers aged in red wine barrels . a huge disappointment .,aroma,0.2,0
it was orange in color out of the bottle . it had a nice bubbly head that dissipated quickly . it had an excellent crisp citrus kind of scent to it . very intense strong taste . has a citrus wheat taste mixed with almost grape aftertaste . weird but good . very sweet very unique . i did n t love it but appreciated how different it was .,aroma,0.9,1
a thick creamy enduring head . very dark brown with some hints of red . chunks of lace and sheeting not uncommon for nitro beers . s i tried but just could n t pick up an aroma off this beer . t flavor hits with a stronger than expected roastiness with touches of coffee but then retreats quickly . no real surprises in the flavor but no complexity or depth to the flavor either . m very thin . far more watery than any nitro i ve ever had . not at all what i was expecting . ends with a touch of astringency . d goes down smooth but it s really more of the question of whether i d want it to . in this case i would n t order another . overall hard for me to knock anheuser busch for making a stout . i wish they d try it again but could certainly take a page or two from some of the irish dry stout brewers . simply put this one just does n t hold a candle to many others that are equally available .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a mil bottle into a tulip glass . a thin bubbly head with decent retention . pours a cloudy golden rod yellow color . s sweet with notes of clove orange and banana . perhaps a little duller than i d expect but good nonetheless . t tart with a bit of lemon zest at the start . hints of banana and clove at the finish . the mild spice is just right and balances the citrusy notes well . m nicely carbonated with a light to medium body . i knocked it down . because it is a little slick at the finish but otherwise good . d on a nice summer day this is a very refreshing beer . at . you could knock back a few without a problem . although this wo n t turn me away from my summer go to in allagash white its definitely a good option that i ll be returning to again .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance crystal clear . white head . moderate lacing . smell noble german hops . wonderful aroma . perfect to style taste bland . lacking on hop flavor . watered down flavor . no decocted malt backbone nor a notable noble hop presence . mouthfeel nothing stands out . overall need to retry this one fresh . i may have a dated example that has aged poorly .,aroma,1.0,1
my first official bottle of westmalle tripel was purchased from oosters and the first thing i noticed was the diamond shape label that is probably the new label as opposed to brauhaus old westmalle s which uses the rectangular labels . basically the westmalle tripel is one of the not so common blond strong ales i am fond of i am a belgian strong dark ale person and blonds are generally not enticing to me as they are usually lacking in fruitiness and place more emphasis on the yeast component . the westmalle tripel pours out with a most gorgeously looking hazy golden color with a thick luscious white foamy head average head retention . the smell is light but sufficiently fruity and yeasty it could have been stronger but it was not unfortunately . the taste is rich fruity yeasty slightly bready and slightly malty fruits includes fresh plums and grapes and a subtle sweetness to balance it all . some floral aroma on the nose and i really enjoyed that . the finish and the after taste was the true party strong fruity tones including grapes fresh plums apples and maybe starfruit and other fresh fruits started showing up with floral aromas amidst it . heavenly maltiness crept in occasionally and the after taste was not just strong but very lasting lingering for more than minutes with subtle sweetness in the pellates . the mouthfeel was pretty full bodied and topping things up was an apt amount of carbonation . silky smoothness was the way i would describe the feel and there is nothing short of a high level of drinkability despite going strong at . abv . the alcohol is masterfully hidden yet not discounting the great character of the beer . i have true respect for the westmalle tripel though i may prefer the chimay blanche. maybe .,aroma,0.7,1
oz . brown bomber picked up in the brewpub the day after ba blackout poured into an imperial pint . a pours a rusty woody brown . big fingers of head on the pour creamy with lots of retention . great lacing . s toasted cereal grains earthy and a bit nutty . very light sweetness with some light caramel and toffee notes . t m more of the lightly toasted cereal malts . pleasant sweetness with the light caramel and rich toffee candy . maybe even a bit of raisin . body is medium full and almost creamy with average carbonation . d pretty drinkable and tasty . hits the spot if you re looking for something malty but not toasty or heavy .,aroma,0.6,1
one of my favs when it comes to ipa s . i remember smelling this beer when it was sat down in front of me and that was without putting the glass to my nose . if you like hops you ll like this . it is overloaded with hops but very very tasty . this is a must if you are in sf haight st .,aroma,1.0,1
after anticipating a super complex palatte given the range of ingredients this turned out to be a very well integrated belgian style pale . nice spice from the ginger and cloviness from the yeast . very drinkable and the aftertaste left you wanting another . in spite of the bizarre mash sources a nice body . not just an interesting concept beer this is a sophisticated belgian style pale .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a deep dark brown with a fair tan head . a wealthy amount of lacing anything stickier would be considered glue . mild roasted malt aroma . faint hops a touch of cocoa on the nose . cocoa on the start then quickly moves to roasted malt character . very silky smooth . chocolate burnt coffee in the middle full bodied . bitterness kicks in the back . not two pungeant but just enough to meld well with the smooth chocolatey undertones . finishes smooth dry . hands down one of the best imperial stouts i ve ever had .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle into a pint glass from the jan batch . pours jet black and viscous with about one finger of tan head that disappears quickly . no lacing . nose is dominated by oak barrel and whiskey notes some chocolate behind the curtains too . the smell is certainly its best quality . loads of the typical barrel aged flavors hit you first alongside smoked malts and hints of bourbon chocolate . in my attempt to differentiate the barrel aging qualities from the beer itself i ve concluded that the brew is about average while the flavors attained from aging are quite good . very oak barrel heavy overall especially as the aftertaste brings forth its alcoholic warmth . medium bodied and more oily than the gulf too soon . . it s about average in terms of drinkability for an but it s unlikely i would drink a second bottle in the same sitting . barrel aged brews in general tend to be un sessionable .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a dark amber hue with almost entirely no head . a nice film clings to the side of the glass with sparse lacing . low carbonation . n this is a beautiful mouthwatering nose . smells very close to liquid pumpkin pie . good amount of pumpkin caramel malts cinnamon and perhaps hints of nutmeg and clove . t pure caramel malts and pumpkin meat upfront followed by lightly toasted pie crust candy sugar cinnamon and clove spices . finishes with lingering bread allspice pumpkin nutmeg and cinnamon . m medium full bodied smooth and sticky . o this is one malted beast of a pumpkin ale . i really respect williamsburg alewerks approach . this is focused primarily on the pumpkin and malts with spices only coming secondary . a rather hefty brew at abv that would be best enjoyed on cold fall evenings .,aroma,1.0,1
a a deep orange amber with a thin ecru head . no head retention or lacing . s the glass was a foot and a half away from my face and i could immediately smell a warm pumpkin pie coming out of the oven with a nice floral hops on the back . t the spicy pumpkin flavor swirls with a strong caramel malt flavor . oh is this good . on the back end you re left with the cinnamon and nutmeg . many pumpkin beers are too pumpkinny but this beer is balanced just right . m fairly thick but not necessarily creamy . medium heavy with a mid range carbonation . a little bit of alcohol dryness on the back end .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a glowing ruby orange with a finger and a half of head that dwindles quickly to a sad layer but leaves nice lacing still . the smell really impressed me with the strong clove scent like a cooling pie . the taste kept up the trend going from pumpkin to clove to something that almost tasted like graham cracker crust . mouthfeel was good not a lot of alcohol taste and left my tongue feeling sticky sweet . it s a close race for my favorite pumpkin ale .,aroma,1.0,1
had on tap at poor phils in oak park tonight . pours a very nice copper orange color great clarity with a one finger soft white head . smell is faint slight citrus scent not much hop aroma . very similar smell and look to honkers . taste is sweet malt up front almost no hop presence at first . a few sips later the sweetness fades and the hops start to show through . minimal hop bite this might be due to the fact that i have been drinking many hop heavy beers for the last few weeks nothing compared to an ipa or even the top apa s such as alpha king or daisy cutter . mouthfeel initially is chewy with that sweet malt up front but as you drink it the beer becomes thinner and thinner . minimal carbonation on tongue . drinkability is very high could drink this all night . not filling at all and with the abv it is very easy to knock these back . overall a nice apa but really falls short of the top apa a such as alpha king or daisy cutter there is really no comparison even prefer honkers to this one as i feel there is more hop presence and a better mouthfeel . still a good tasting and highly drinkable offering from goose island .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle poured into a stemmed tulip . appearance to be honest it pours out looking like old coffee . black lifeless . i thought maybe something was wrong with the seal on the first bottle because it looked so flat but the second bottle didnt fair much better smell typical of a stout . very roasty with a nice hoppiness as well . taste now i like a roastiness with my stouts but this tastes a little like burnt chocolate . not very pleasing at all . overall not at all happy with this beer will not get it again . gave away the remaining four of my pk . and that s rare for me,aroma,0.6,1
dense purple to black in colour the presentation is spoilt by the loosely bubbled head . i could not get a smell from it . it starts off sweet and melon like and finishes with a long bitter kick . it has a gentle tingle in the mouth could not sit down and drink a lot of it but its a value for money stout .,aroma,0.3,0
this one pours out of the can kind of hazy with a deep amber color a little red . there s a thin head that s kind of puffy with big loose bubbles . it disappears kind of quickly . this one looks about average . the smell is really what i love . it smells distinctly like pineapple cake . i mean you get the sweet pineapple and a really bready smell underneath . probably my favorite smell in a beer ever different than the norm for an apa . the creamy smell like icing may only be placebo because of the rest of the smell . the taste is actually a bit piney and grassy but not overly bitter but there is just a tiny bit of astringency maybe from over dry hopping . there s a good malt backbone with sweet biscuity tastes . definitely does n t live up to the smell but i enjoy it . the carbonation level is good and there is n t really a harsh aftertaste . a good full but not too chewy mouthfeel . and even for . in a full pint can i could see myself drinking a couple . there certainly is n t anything off putting and i would recommend it to anyone at least for the sake of smelling it .,aroma,1.0,1
tasted at the quinn s camden town n. london . the beer is contract brewed by this belgian brewery for the dutch de lepelaer micro brewery based on the latter s own recipe . coming in a traditional ml slim brown glass bottle this beer is bottle conditioned bb served lightly chilled in a tulip shaped sniffer . a pours a cloudy honeyish amber colour with a huge rocky head with pretty good retention lots of yeast flakes dance with livey bubbles in the beer due to extremely unsettled yeast sediments in the bottle but not overly unpleasant . s yum extremely perfumy fruit esters expand in the air with juicy apricots and sweet citrus fruits leading the way yet an intense and deeply flowery hoppyness reminiscent of aromatic american hops provides a strong support at the back making a rounded and utterly perfumy nose a closer sniff reveals a much milder note of banana ish sharp and rough yeastiness plus a buttery note and slightly honeyish malts underneath . utterly pleasant and quite complex . t a lightly sour sweet fruity and thin banana ish palate upfront leads to a restrained but chewy strangely grainy a bit plastic malty undertone . i ca n t quite describe what makes of it but it reminds me of wheat added farm house beer like biere de garde or else . a very dry hoppy aftertaste for a belgian beer is completed with some light spicy flavour from the yeasts leaving a tangy tangerine peel like lingering aroma deep down the palate . m d the lively carbonated body turns smoother bit by bit as it goes but falling a bit thin in the end which i find is the case with quite a many belgian style pale ales esp . those having a sour sweet fruity and sugary aftertaste at the tail . besides the yeasts have left a stronger than necessary imprint on the texture clouding the supposed flavours a bit . all in all although the palate does n t quite live up to the promise of the aroma it still shows every bit of element of a quality brew .,aroma,0.9,1
pours suitably red with a moderate to light amount of carbonation that produces an off white head that falls rather quickly . unfiltered . lots of stuff at the bottom of the glass . odd metallic aroma . touch of cedar hidden behind the metal . sweet malt light caramel flavors mix with earthy hops which leads to slightly powdery slightly tart finish . kinda weird . tastes like a beer i had at a brewpub that served english style ales in augusta georgia many years ago .,aroma,0.3,0
a visit to rapid city sd and a brewpub firehouse brewing company claiming the unfair advantage with the best food and brew in the black hills lets just say i had to go . although listed as an american style pale ale firehouse red is much closer to an red ale than anything . although apas can be all over the place firehouse red came out with a fiery red color perfect for its name . the beer was clear with decent carbonation . there was an obvious nitro head to the beer and confirmed with the waitress which left a creamy head and smoothness to the beer . there was little smell with hints of a pale malt would be the closest thing to pick up . firehouse red tasted a sweet frothy flavor that was primarily fizzy and smooth malt . i dont have a lot of experiences with nitro beers but for the style i wonder if left to ferment via carbonation would have been better . the frothiness overshadows the beer and limits the malt and hop flavors . there was a roasted feel to it and mixed with a rather light floral hop but no bitterness and very easy to drink . firehouse red did not seem to be a bigger beer . very easy to drink and the locals enjoyed it as well .,aroma,0.4,0
great to add this beer and be the first to review . standard ml euro bottle . app dark brown with ruby highlights . frothy tan head that falls to a respectable cap . decent lacing . smell great aromas of licorice and chocolate . there is a subdued herbal hop presence . ends with a sweet alcoholic snap . taste extremely earthy . strong flavors of chocolate carob and roasted barley . not overly toasted or roasty . firm bitterness from the roast and herbal hops . a slightly nutty creaminess but also dryness . it has a slightly oily feel on the tongue but is dry in flavor . overall the beer is a bit rough around the edges perhaps from importation but that is certainly part of its charm . worth seeking out if in nyc .,aroma,1.0,1
tried to twist this one off and had no luck got ta get out the bottle opener . received this one from a friend randomly around xmas time hope its not skunked green and clear bottles are risky . here goes nothing . does not smell skunked smells just like an american adjunct initially . pours out about as clear as a beer could get . the only thing keeping it from being water colored is a faint yellow almost golden tint . the pale white head actually has pretty good retention making this a decent looking beer . the only bad part is how unappetizing the pale yellow color looks . medium lacing starts to be left as the head dies down . i really ca n t bash the appearance of this beer at all . next comes smell . this beer just smells like coors bud light corona etc . i ca n t even describe the smell it is so strange that of any cheap adjunct lager . maybe just a bit lemony and malty hard to describe but everyone that has had a cheap beer knows the smell . i do not enjoy this smell at all . it does follow the style goal pretty well and i have to give it some credit for that . taste brings me back to my very old college days before sam adams and sierra nevada came into play . this one reminds me of a sweeter coors with a tiny hint of citrus . the sweetness is hard to adjust to even on the first sips . still just a pretty common taste for a cheap lager . i have had worse and this one still follows the styles ways so i have to give it some credit on taste . the malt lingers around in the after taste . mouthfeel actually surprised me a bit on this one . the carbonation is not overdone like some lagers of this sort and the body is relatively creamy and enjoyable . it goes down pretty smooth and feels pretty good on the tongue taste not included . i am certainly not gon na lie the mouthfeel is better than some beers i have had that were x the price of this . drinkability is hard to describe . the beer is cheap and not filling at all . if i was given a ton of these to session i probably would do it since i can block out bad tasting beer pretty well . i definitely would not buy one of these to do that though . i would say the db is right down the middle . it could be very sessionable but i would not choose to do so .,aroma,0.3,0
whee . another aal on the canquest tm . i can hardly wait to try it . hey it is a very cool brew . according to the can plus should anyone be thinking about trading with me in support of the canquest i will take anything and everything that i have not previously reviewed . no apologies necessary . i got a foamy finger of bone white head off of my pour and it decided to hang around instead of just disappearing . color was a medium golden yellow with ne quality clarity . nose was the standard for the style a slight lager sweetness overlain by cereal extenders . mouthfeel was medium with a slightly unpleasant astringency in the mouth . finish left me with a highly unpleasant aftertaste of hydrogen peroxide hearkening back to when i was a kid afflicted with trench mouth . not cool at all .,aroma,0.6,1
growler served in shaker pint . a clear straw color with hints of orange and gold . small head fizzles out very quickly which is a function of this being served from a growler . this beer does have a nice head initially when served on tap . either way it s never a visually stunning beer . s reminds me of pumpkin roll pastry or pumpkin cookies . nutmeg and cinnamon . maybe some allspice . graham cracker . a little vanilla extract . suggestions of pumpkin but no actual pumpkin . malt and hop scents are virtually non existent . very aromatic . t starts off with a quick dose of pumpkin flesh . crackery malt . pumpkin pie spice . hop bitterness makes an appearance . just a hint of booze more than i remember from last year . lingering finish is straight up pumpkin pie but just a bit of astringency hangs around long after . m carbonation is a little off . it seems too prickly . if the mouthfeel was a little more viscous i would rate higher . d moderate . high abv and intense flavor make this a sipper . this growler will take several sessions to finish . i always look forward to pumpkin beers . i m not as crazy about pumking as some folks are but i do enjoy it . something about this seasons brew makes it slightly less enjoyable than last years version . of the handful of pumpkin beers i ve sampled this year i think smuttynose has been my favorite .,aroma,0.9,1
after being disappointed by the calabaza blanca a few months back i had little hope for this beer despite some favorable feedback i d heard . and i m happy to say this low expectation was wildly exceeded by this beer . this is some powerfully sour fruity and malty magic in a bottle . appearance was surprisingly dark with a ton as in too much head which spilled everywhere . aroma is powerfully sour and very champagney . flavor had a significant and surprising amount of maltiness of course accompanied by a giant sour punch . there was also some light fruitiness which makes sense given the sour presence . fruit was a mix of dried fruit dates raisins and citrus . mouthfeel was full and rich . this is a very good beer and quite a unique one . i believe i bought this bottle at discount liquor in milwaukee .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance dark amber color . nice creamy head developing in chalice . smell the smell is faint nothing bold or robust here . hmmm what say you beer . . . taste delicious light malt character intertwined with quality milwaukee water from lake michigan . toffee notes . it has a the body of a light weight boxer small yet girthy . there s a real refreshing quality from the small amount of malt used and low abv . the compromise is spot on for what they were aiming for . totally different than any other scotch style though . mouthfeel thin light yet girthy from the malts . d refreshing will have no problem have a few or six of these guys . glad it comes in sixers .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottled in oct. . nice reddish amber with a decent creamy head . some lacing good retention . blonde . more like strawberry blonde . the aroma is decidedly tart and funky with some citrusy hops . toasted malt comes through as well . complex and enticing . the flavor is dry and yeasty with some interesting phenolics bordering on burnt rubber . really nice funk going on and a pleasant level of acidity . almost astringent in its bitterness and dryness . good body and toasted malt weight . carbonation is medium . some medicinal flavors on the finish i m not wild about slightly vegetal as well . nice and dry but a bit off in the flavor department . interesting though and by all means a decent beer . i ll have to try some more white birch stuff in the future .,aroma,0.9,1
why cant i look at this color and not think of urine . maybe i should say its a washed out pale gold and my urine isnt carbonated most of the time . theres a little film of white that stinks around too . not too bad for the style . well the smell made me wretch a little seriously . smells like mold and hops . come on guys try harder . this is truly disgusting . dtb goes in for a sip with his nose plugged tastes of a powdery barley with a load of crisp corn on top . finishes very nicely with a sour tang that wonderfully accents the flavor . feels terrifically clean and fresh with an electric flurry of carbonation that disappears as quickly as its known . not so bad at all . id do something about the smell though .,aroma,0.2,0
a pours a dark brown color with a little cola color as i would call it s smells smokey . also smells of chocolate and roasted malts . witch is ok but not my thing t very strong chocolate teaste to it i prefer that in chocolate not in beer but thats just me m i thought it was very hard to drink to be honest but however thats just me d i did not care for this at all was very hard to drink for me however i know a few people who love this type of beer so i will be getting it for them . just becuase i did not enjoy it i would discuarge,aroma,0.4,0
this is definitely an interesting one . the first sip literally made me exclaim wow . . that ll be explained later . first off appearance it looks very good a lovely amber reddy colour and the bubbles realeasing evenly keeping a small but well maintained head on it all the way through . it smells nothing special really typically acoholic smell really a bit like whiskey . now for the taste which really is the best part thankfully . it is very complex starting off mildly hoppy alcohlic y and slowly merging into a lovely toffee burnt sugar taste which is n t too strong or sweet either the hops and alcohol balancing it well . by slowly though i do mean slowly the toffee taste emerges about seconds after you ve swalled meaning you get alot of enjoyment from it . has a good mouthfeel and is overall a good solid beer i enjoyed very much .,aroma,0.6,1
notice if i were reviewing this beer strictly based on style i would have to give it a . average . this simply does not add up as a double bock . it couldnt even qualify as a bock . still i will be giving this brew a rave review because it completely kicks ass a beer just not within the style they were shooting for . appearance moderately deep copper amber body with a minimal khacki froth . aroma geuze like . very exciting . battery acid funky rotten hay sour lemons feet with warts on em horse manure etc yum . this is fricking awesome . taste sour cherries rancid malts waterlogged hay on a hot summer day some putrid strawberries that have been stomped by angry goats . hoping is very minimal . delicious . mouthfeel very light body . low carbonation . cask like . tart front sour center rancid sweet hay finish . very lively and exciting sensations . drinkability through the roof .,aroma,0.9,1
this is one of my favorite beers at least it is my favorite style . it has a wonderful golden amber color a little reddy . the smell is pungent and hoppy and blossoms as you pour it . the taste is great tangy and almost syrupy very more ish . a sharp hoppy flavor . you want to taste it again and again . there is a nice after tang that fills the mouth adding to a great soupy mouth feel . a great beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a nice deep copper color pours with a cream colored head . there is a slight amount of chill haze present . smells malty with a bit of sourness to it maybe some sort of musty character as well . there is lots of caramel malt character in this beer . it ends with nice amount of bitterness and there is a sharp bitterness at the beginning to . there is not too much hop flavor or aroma in this beer . though as it warms up a definite hop flavor starts to assert itself . this is a nice solid beer but it could use a few more dimension to it . i expected a bit more hop flavor from this brewery . there is a bit of grassy hoppy notes to it though . some biscuity flavors to this beer as well .,aroma,0.4,0
bought beer from lukas liquor in a mix a six . th beer of night appearance pink red no head like better lambics smell raspberry cranberry mostly taste juice berries awesome all around but i ve had better lambics mouthfeel gets your taste buds going champagne like and has a light body drinkability easier to drink than an oj in the morning,aroma,1.0,1
i bought a six pack of this beer the marketed name is phelan irish red at the local valley produce awesome beer selection in midland mi . i had tried the golden ale on tap the week prior at a local restaurant and was not impressed so i wanted to see if both of tri city s offerings were bad . i cracked this bottle and the first thing i smelled was fish like stale sushi that you d buy at the local macro food store . the taste was exactly the same huge disappointment and i ended up pouring the majority down the drain . this was just plain horrible i m not exactly sure how it won an award at the world beer expo in . i m a fan of irish red s and this one was way off base . maybe i had a bad batch but it s not a good sign this early into to there business . i might try this again if i can find it on tap but i do n t think i m going to drop another on a sixer to find out if it was just a bad batch . bummer all around that the only local micro brew is n t that good .,aroma,0.2,0
nice opaque balck with sluggish dark head about the color of chocolate milk . fades fairly quickly . the aroma is still roasty like the others so far but more chocolate is present in the this one than the other november stouts . there s also something that reminds me of charcoal . the flavor is actually subdued after the aroma almost no bitterness little of the roastiness . ends with a short sour finish . the mouthfeel is smooth and airy almost like you do n t have a full sip in your mouth . this would be a much better beer if the sourness were gone .,aroma,0.9,1
medium gold color small head . a medium bodied ale . advertised as a traditional irish ale . malty and slightly hoppy . smooth taste perhaps a bit too carbonated . mouthfeel is full . finish is clean and smooth . aftertaste is slightly bitter .,aroma,0.4,0
i think i paid . for a pack of this so my expectations are n t the highest going in . . . a clear amber color with thick bubbly off white foam . little lacing though . s i did n t get much on the nose . very muted t a little hoppiness comes across but not as snappy as i would like from this style m not a ton of body but its more substantial than normal domestic piss . good for the price d nothing wrong with the beer . clean finish and the fact that it comes in a can mean that i can probably drink several .,aroma,0.4,0
while in singapore i drank this beer exclusively . even in the irish british pubs . tiger is an exceptionally drinkable beer straw in color not terribly crisp . i had it in a variety of bars and it was smooth and flavorful each time . thats impressive on tap . on tap . i did n t detect in distinct odor . hell its like the bud of the orient .,aroma,0.6,1
consumed at oggi s santa clarita ca clear amber tan head . no aroma whatsoever even right up under my nose . maybe served too cold . missing hops in nose appear on palate as bitter citrus battling and overcoming malt flavor . matching aftertaste lingers a while . not bad but i was expecting more malt in an esb .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at boston beer works fenway and not out of a plastic glass . a off white head that pours full fades off slow and sure leaving a little lace a thick ring round the edge and some faded islands . dark amber light chocolate brown with golden highlights . nice colour balance . n nice nose . why thank you i just had it fixed . mocha french roast coffee with milk and sugar choco roasted malt brown bread and a touch of molassas . pretty awesome in its intensity and complexity . p slightly watery newcastle brown with some roasted malt seltzer and dock of the bay tones . nowhere near exciting despite what the nose suggests . m medium carbonation medium to light body crisp clean and fresh finish slight lingering malt slightly sour . notes get a sample to experience the nose but you wo n t need to experience more than that unless you re in dire need of a poor newcastle clone .,aroma,0.9,1
had this on tap at fathead s served in a stemmed tulip like glass . black opaque had just a tan ring of foam around the inside of the glass when served to me . intense hop nose complex very piney leafy with a strong minty evergreen aromas with a sight sweet malt note . the hops were overpowering hard to smell anything else . very piney taste resinous leafy tons of hops and intense bitterness . very dry astrigent slight sweet maltiness buried under the hops . could n t taste any alcohol either . would have expected more maltiness with the dark color really got fooled there . very thick full and syrupy . rough drinkability unbalanced would have like some maltiness in there maybe with some aging . a sipper for sure just one at a time please . if you a hophead enjoy it now if not might want to sit on this one a bit .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a dull gold hue with a slight orange tint . creamy one figner head shows decent retention and a few wisps of lace . weak bouquet some mild sweet fruit and faint pale malt aroma . sweet two row and wheat malt upfront followed by mellow grainy taste and a blast of tart fruit puree flavor . the fruit taste does not seem distinctly pommegranate but provides a dark and savory berry flavor albiet a somewhat processed and bruised character . the afteratste shows some very lightly spicy wheat yeast phenols like clove and bubblegum as well and a faint light caramel taste . a low but balancing hop bitterness rounds out the sweetness along with the tart fruit and touch of yeasty spice . the sediment particles provide a little more texture to a light body and when matched with a med high carbonation a mouthfeel with an acceptable creaminess is achieved . while the overall flavor profile is varied and arguable complex all the flavors are uniformily mild and some pleasent nuances are so background that the louder fruit character overshadows the tamer yeast and malt notes . the finish is clean and drying and allows a terriffic drinkability because there is no lingering fruit skin or tannic bite an advantage this beer has over many other fruit beers .,aroma,0.4,0
received via trade from sincerenc . thank ian . appearance a vigorous pour yields about cm of mocha colored head that dissipates quickly leaving a random bubbles around the edge of the glass . the beer is an opaque black darker than the night and more ominous than the plague itself . smell the nose is all russian imperial stout . the roasted chocolates and toasted grains are amazing . the malty sweetness of caramels toffees and vanillas are all present as well as some cloves and other spices . this is a very hearty smelling ris and it is exactly what i would expect for the style . taste this is a rich chocolate malt bomb . dark chocolates to be exact and it is delicious . there are notes of burnt grains and some toasted flavors as well but as the nose led on the sweetness from the toffee and vanilla flavors really set this beer apart . there is also a small amount of hop flavor and bite but it is subtle enough to let the sweeter chocolate flavors take center stage . mouthfeel on the pour this beer looked a lot lighter but after several sips it becomes readily apparent just how thick and chewy this beer is . it s not even that it s that heavy but the aftertaste and lingering on the tongue combine to create quite the sensation . drinkability overall this is a very strong ris . one that i m sad to say is not available anywhere near kansas . the one downside to this beer is its lack of balance but as some really love the malty sweetness of an ris that s not necessarily a bad thing because it s done so well in this case .,aroma,1.0,1
a not much head or lacing . i also was annoyed by the foil . s slight malt smell and thats about it . this beer probably has less aroma than a natural light . t surprisingly it is okay . with the lack of smell and amazing noise it was giving off from the carbonation i was thinking that it was warning me away . although there is absolutely nothing complex about this beer but it has a good taste . there is a slight caramel taste . m the carbonation is very strange almost like pop soda feeling . i read other reviews and did not see other comments like this . it is not an overpowering or unpleasant carbonation just different unexpected and to be honest i do not know how i feel about it . d fairly drinkable . despite issues above it is an okay beer . i could not back a few with ease and would not be upset if i was to try it again . so in conclusion this beer actually tastes pretty good against all odds . not sure about the carbonation but i got over it after a few sips .,aroma,0.2,0
picked this up while touring the marzens did n t realize it was a weiss until i got it home . what a treat . i thought i d said goodbye to hefeweizens when summer ended . a i ve never given a for appearance but this beer is beautiful when light shines through . cloudy just a little darker than the average weizen . s not bad . banana cloves like a hefeweizen should . t this is just a bit maltier than the average hefeweizen which detracts from the wheat malt tastes but adds a surprising complexity . m creamy . silky . this is a pleasure to drink . d definitely a where did my glass go beer which i think is the most important qualification for an oktoberfest whether or not it s a marzen . i could definitely see myself finishing a liter stein and going back for another .,aroma,0.6,1
smooth creamy taste easy to drink with mild to medium body . only a subtle after taste which is pleasant . cloudy yellow amber color . formed good foamy head . compatible with multiple foods . the first i have had of this style . look forward to trying others .,aroma,0.6,1
purchased a bottle at abe s in bethlehem . poured into my sam adams perfect pint . bottle says it was bottled in november batch . i ve never had this fresh before . this bottle has a little over a year on it . appearance aggressive pour yields a . finger tan rocky head with great retention and lacing . pours black as night . three minutes after cracking her open this is one of the prettiest beers i ve ever poured . smell smells kind of fruity . maybe its the malt sweetness that makes it seem a little fruity . could be the mix of vanilla toffee chocolate booze that gives it such a pleasant aroma . either way the most impressive aroma i ve found in a stout ever . taste i ve read a few reviews that have stated this particular brew almost tastes like its bourbon barrel aged . i can definitely see why . not an overwhelmingly woody flavor but definitely there . strong chocolate and vanilla notes that sort of sit in the back of your throat . warming alchohol taste on the tongue and down the throat that becomes much more pronounced as the beer warms . honestly the taste was a bit disappointing compared to the great aroma but still no slouch . mouthfeel silky smooth with an alcohol tingle on the tongue . perhaps the slightest bit of carbonation as well . full bodied brew for sure that will definitely fill you up . drinkability a sipper and with a huge abv . it ll definitely help you get your buzz on . it might be the age on it but this particular ris has a ton of flavor to it and hides the alcohol better than most i ve had in the past . a good brew from a respectable brewery .,aroma,1.0,1
i was able to pick up a bottle of the steg holiday warmer at capone s in norristown . it got compared to some pretty stiff holiday competition in a mix and match six pack and although it was n t my favorite it held it s own . it pours a dark amber in color with a very light head that fades quickly . the smell was probably what i liked most about this olde style ale . there are notes of cinammon that go along with a strong malt profile . i do like this beer and for the price it ca n t be beat but this is a textbook over spiced holiday offering . too much spice that ca n t be balanced by the malt and hop profile . there was a very strong hop characteristic but it gave way to more and more of the spices especially as the beer warmed a little . actually the first couple tastes could have been confused with a spiced up pale ale . the spice that jumped out the most and was a little overpowering in the aftertaste was the cinammon . i was surprised to find out it was only abv it tastes much stiffer than that . the drinkability is solid and i could definitely have a few to warm up when watching a hockey game in december . it is a good beer but lacks the balance to be great . another solid steg offering and imo a good example of an olde ale style .,aroma,0.8,1
the pour was light amber almost bordering on copper . it had a good three quarter inch head thick and foamy that quickly dissapated to a light beige ring around the beer . this ring held on throughout the glass . the smell a mix of floral fruit and spice . the tip of the nose picked up a light floral kick . the rest of the nose picked up an apple scent mixed with heavy hop spice . the drink started with a slight sweetness followed by hops hops and more hops . the hops were nipping at the tongue really from start to finish but they were n t so overpowering that it was undrinkable . the finish was borderline clean just a slight lingering hop taste . all and all a very drinkable beer with great mouthfeel . as it warms it gets more and more character . what i liked about this beer was the fact that it was agressively hopped but no so much that the hops took over the taste totaly . a very enjoyable beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a jet black with a thin head that soon disappears . s this is seriously the best part of the beer . i even spent several minutes sniffing the bottle after i finished the beer . the smell is a pronounced chorus of woodiness vanilla chocolate and booze . is this nirvana . t starts out with a creamy chocolate taste which is followed by a sharp stab of flavor and alcohol burn on the tongue . in this stab the woodiness and vanilla and chocolate taste come out followed by a very boozy bourbon taste that comes along with a slight alcohol burn . also a porter like taste is present . later on i also detect notes of coffee . the taste lingers on in the mouth afterwards . the alcohol is slightly hidden but not as much as other imperial stouts i ve had . m slightly creamy and thick . feels good in the mouth . leaves a slightly sticky feel in the mouth . d overall a very impressive beer . i would get some more .,aroma,1.0,1
chilled bottle into a glass . thanks mattafett . a pours a clear garnet body with only a finger of off white head . i was expecting more for some reason . the head collapses into a thin collar at the edges . no lace . s cherries butter green apple grapes oak vanilla nuts . as it warms it takes on a fresh cereal grain character that i really love . it reminds me of cherry parfait actually . i m a little put off by the butter and green apple both are typically flaws and they seem out of place here . t tart cherries that lend a slightly sour taste to the brew vanilla buttery oak . it s slightly vinous . the flaws in the smell work better in the taste at least . i pick up nuts and crackers when i exhale . it s a good flavor but it feels to me like the flavors need to stand out more . somehow none of them materialize properly . m low carbonation . medium plus body . it s overall velvety and rich in flavor . the sourness is really light here . d i liked it but i prefer olde english porter to this one . that beer has more going on and the flavors contrast more giving it more depth . this beer smells awesome but taste wise it falls a bit short .,aroma,0.9,1
picked up in the mixer . poured from the bottle into a pint glass . pours a reddish brown amber . heavy white foam that settles out with foam sticking around the sides . clean smell with no distinct notes . sharp caramel toffee taste . carbonation pop that balances into a sweet malty finish . sweet aftertaste . very drinkable . solid .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a corked and caged ml bottle into two fobab taster glasses . thanks to hollyann for the assist . a well another la beer where the cork practically falls out of the bottle . c mon guys for crying out loud . a vigorous pour netted just a tiny hint of khaki colored collar . retention was poor and no lace was left behind . rather lifeless sitting in the glass . shows legs when swirled . s extremely rich and fragrant . tons of fudge brownie boozy spirit barrel cherry dark fruit and solvent alcohol . t just as above . alcohol becomes quite hot and prickly the warmer it gets . finishes with a sweet brandy soaked cherry flavor . m huge sweet and sticky with a hot and prickly booziness that comes on way strong by the end of the glass . not too intrusive but feels a little tacked on if you get my meaning . d seems like there was n t much of an attempt to hide the obvious alcohol content . drinks pretty good yet it was all we could do to share finish this bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
appearence pours a hazy copper with a bubbly off white head that sticks around for a while . smell bacon . . again with bacon smelling rauchbiers . i love it . . the smoked maltiness is superb balanced by subtle caramel malts noble hops and lager crispness . taste and mouthfeel the flavors floating around in this beer are great . smoked malts caramel malts floral hops and much more . but it s a bit weak . seems light in the mouth and watered down . which affects the flavor making what could be a great tasting a decent tasting beer . drinkability and overall a very nice example of a rauchbier . although it lacks robustness . very easy drinking though and defeinitly one i d like to have again .,aroma,0.9,1
served in a chicago bears shaker pint glass . been walking past this guy too many times at the store . time to take him home . he pours a straight onyx topped by a finger of sienna foam . the nose comprises chocolate syrup roasted malts dark chocolate powder molasses and a touch of vanilla bean . the taste holds notes of darkly roasted malts very bitter dark chocolate the kind you d bake with rather than eat straight up vinyl anise rubbing alcohol charcoal and molasses . yowza this stuff is acridly bitter . the body is a hefty medium with a light moderate carbonation a nearly chewy feel and a pretty dry finish . overall what would have been a pretty decent oatmeal stout suffers from an excess of bitterness and plastic ness in the taste . my advice keep walkin on by this guy .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer poured a bright golden color with a good size head that lasted throughout the beer . the smell was horrible resembled urine and a uranal cake . there simply wasnt a taste a bit spicey but very weak . the taste was very light and was easy to drink but there was almost no flavor and it wasnt very enjoyable because of this . overall i was not impressed i wouldnt recommend this one .,aroma,0.2,0
a claymore is mahogany in color with a head of cream . no lacing is noticeable and retention is as poor as expected from this style . s bouquet is faint but notes of smoke bananas and butter make it through nicely . t smokey upfront with a hefty dose of walnuts . banana and butter are also present at low levels and do n t interfere with the beer s overall character . m medium to full in body with little in the way of carbonation . the mouthfeel complements the brew perfectly . d a great example of one of my favorite styles . i normally do n t like much butter or banana in my wee heavies but this brew keeps it in the background . being one of the handful of good scotch ales in america i highly recommend grabbing one .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle a pours a transparent orange brown color with a small but very sticky white head . s very mellow nose of spicy hops and very subtle and sweet pale malts . t m d orange and citrus fruits upfront mid palate semi sweet malts shine through and round out the hop bitterness before the finish spicy hop flavor complete the chain . layered nice . nutty notes and a slightly boozy finish good balance overall . the beer has a light medium body and good amounts of carbonation very drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
presentation pint oz bottle poured into an imperial pint glass . appearance pours a very dark brown almost black but not quite opaque . had a nice foamy light tan head that lasted for quite a while . aroma heavenly . roasted malt chocolate a hint of coffee and i detected a hint of whiskey aroma that was very pleasant . taste and mouthfeel slightly chewy but not quite creamy . a very nice roasted malt character with an assertive chocolate flavor and a definite sweetness . hints of caramel and coffee . not much in the way of hop bitterness just enough for balance . notes at first i sipped this beer by itself . when i was about halfway done i paired it with a hot fudge sundae which was a perfect match . i finished the last few ounces by adding a dollop of ice cream and finished it as a float . a good dessert beer .,aroma,1.0,1
this is a cheap o beer that i drink when i want a beer but want to save money . you can get them for dollar at a bar that i go to . its not a great teasting smelling looking or feeling beer but once you get a to your rd one you can drink about . this is the perfect cheap get hammered tailgaiting beer .,aroma,0.2,0
thanks to wasatch for this one . oz can poured into an imperial pint glass . virtually no head and a thin tan ring around the edges . color is a dark ruby red to black . not quite what i have in mind for a stout . smell is a rich dark chocolate with some dark roasted coffee . very sweet aroma . taste is more of a dry cocoa but still chocolaty . there is some sweet black berry notes . mouthfeel is not as light as a dry stout but no where near a milk stout creaminess . very smooth and would be a great alternative to guinness .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a hefeweizen glass . a a hard pour yields an initial fingers of offwhite head that lasts a bit longer than you d expect for a high abv . the brew itself is a mohagony red filtered clear . good carbonation with bubbles constantly racing to the surface . s smells of thick caramel and roasted nuts upfront . a dominant bready lager yeast pumperknickel and a little bit of cough syrup . suprisingly i do n t detect much alcohol in the nose . t initial flavors is berries dripped with caramel . then it takes a turn for the sweet . no make that cloying taste . very very sweet . alcohol is then felt in a burn with the aftertaste . there are some doppelbock attributes to the flavor but the sweetness just dominates . would ve liked to have tried the retired doppelbock version . m mouthfeel is thick and very syrupy . some heat from the booze is felt . so thick that this is definitely a sipper . o my dad used to give me whiskey in hot tea when i had a sore throat as a kid i could see this as a substitute . i can imagine this becoming much better with age though if the sweetness would die down . i didnt taste the booze as much as others had which i suppose is a plus .,aroma,0.8,1
dark dark dark brown body small head small bubbles . the smell is of half composted melon rind perhaps a banana peel that has slowly browned on the countertop for a few days booze some maltiness below . not impressed . really hoping for something better in the taste . taste follows the smell but has more roasted malt characteristics . could belgian yeast be causing the rotty fruitiness . not sure . no indication from the can . its the only positive excuse i can think of . average for an ris in my experience is exceptional for beer in general . this is definitely below that average . mouthfeel is smooth and moderately thick great . the rotten fruit is really bugging me . i dont remember it from previous tastings so ill take that into account . but its odd that it comes when im first taking notes on it . this was the second disappointment in a row after founders breakfast stout came through with charry ashy and bitter characteristics that i didnt recall from past experiences . if i find on future tastings that these characteristics were specific to the can i shared last night ill alter my scores . but this one was a strange disappointment .,aroma,0.4,0
had this on tap at local option in chicago . crystal clear pale yellow color with a small white head . spotty webbed lace . smells great but nothing like a gumball imo . pineapple mango sweet canned fruit cocktail . incredible . very bitter for a pale ale or pale wheat ale whatever . pine was the prominent flavor . some fleshy orange was also there . mouthfeel was slick . the beer finished sweet and fruity . i should note that i have heard people claim this beer to taste smell like gumballs . i did not find this true at all in my case . it certainly smelled good but nothing more than the typical tropical fruit heavy pale ipa . for this i was a little disappointed and if that was the true intention of the brewery i might be compelled to dock the beer another half point for smell taste .,aroma,1.0,1
i had this while in nebraska for a friends wedding . i had never had a vanilla porter and i wanted something local the restaurant we were at had this so i decided i d try it . a dark lets through a little bit of light when held up to lamp . decent head which gives way to a little bit of lacing . s good vanilla nose hints of some malts . t amazing taste . malty with a good bit of the vanilla flavor almost a nutty finish . m smooth good amount of carbonation not too much but it could be dialed back a little bit . d very drinkable and sessionable . i really enjoyed this . nebraska had some of the best breweries i ve encountered i wish i could get some more of this down here in tn .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a chalice . this has a pretty nice head to it for the strength about an eighth inch and nice mocha color . the body is dark dark brown . the aroma is strong of raw vegetables and alcohol . not very good . the taste is full of sweet molasses and sugar followed by alcohol . this is too sweet and too boozy . the mouthfeel is thick and syrupy . carbonation is light but there . this is not enjoyable . at all . this is a drainpour .,aroma,0.2,0
a this beer pours a dark brown black in color wit a large brown foamy head good retention and good lacing . s toffee chocolate oak vanilla bourbon spicy peppery alcohol caramel molasses light floral hops and ripe dark fruit . t vary malty overly roasted bitter malts mild hops light bourbon hints of vanilla and oak some nice dark ripe fruit as it warms . a little boozy and hot . m dry bitter and boozy . i was not greatly impressed with this beer yes it was good but i was expecting a lot more .,aroma,0.9,1
when i think of north coast brewing russian imperial stout comes to mind . i was intrigued to see north coast brewing as the creator of this saison . poured with a nice frothy long lasting head . it did n t just lace my glass it coated it . the nose was scant. i do n t think there was one. maybe i ve got a cold. over all is a nice saison . it could do with some more earthiness to the flavor . it s hard to characterize but i find the flavor profile somewhat without character. or something pleasantly memorable something that signified north coast brewing saison. very cordial on the palate and a very enjoyable ml . in fact i was disappointed that the bottle emptied so quickly . alcohol content was n t so strong that i ca n t type this message after ingesting ml of this beer. enjoy .,aroma,0.6,1
it pours ok. golden in colour with some head but it goes quickly . some retention and lacing . actually not to bad on the nose . some nice floral notes in there . some grainy notes as well . it seems very dumb flavour wise . vague grain flavours but that is it . just bland . medium bodied . very average .,aroma,0.7,1
it pains me to trash a beer but this brewery needs a swift kick in the pants . i arrived in sun valley for a wedding and was eager to try the local brew . my second taste of sun valley brewing came with a bottle of this gold lager ordered from a bar in ketchum about miles from hailey where it s brewed . i ordered this to give the brewery a second chance since the white cloud ale i had the day before was patently awful . it poured okay and a quick sniff and sip made me sure that the previous day s dud was n t just a one off as i d hoped . i realized it was just off . oxidized . probably . infected . way more likely . after a couple sips i took it back to the bar and told the bartender saying i wanted to try the local beer but could n t drink it . he said it s sort of a sour beer . no lager is intended to be a sour beer . he added that it s sort of an acquired taste but happily replaced it with a real beer . i could n t finish either of these sour beers and not like it s brewed intentionally with brett . i found out that the brewmaster i d heard of gordon left around . whoever the new guy is he needs to clean up the brewery and get back to basics with brewing .,aroma,0.2,0
oz . brown bottle no obvious date information but a was inkjetted on the bottle bottom . clear cordovan with ruby highlights . modest sand colored head of loose packed medium bubbles that slowly settled to a skim coat . no visible carbonation streams . rich and sweet malt dark alcohol soaked fruits brandied caramel vanilla and alcohol fill the nose . nice and rich with dark fruits filling the mouth the alcohol is prominently placed . there is a dry hop derived bitter undertone . each flavor fruit malt alcohol and hops seems to stand distinctly apart . the finish is on the thin side with some warming alcohol and an edgy subtle hop bite . medium bodied with a thin dry mouthfeel this did not have the full rich mouthfeel expected . an average scotch ale the mouthfeel and lack of adequate maltiness left me wanting more .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle with . on the bottom right of the label do n t know what this means . pours an attractive clear cherry mahogany with a medium head that quickly dissipates . small lacing does n t hang around long either . toffee and chocolate malty aroma grabbed my attention from three feet away . that got my attention . taste is initially slight carbonation and sweet malts . some smoky dried fruit flavors are n t far behind . a fine balance of several flavors here as the alcohol content jumps aboard . finish is a bit dry . i had never heard of this one when i bought it last week . needless to say what a very pleasant surprise . definitely a world class doppelbock that i would rate just a notch below my beloved celebrator .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer came a beautiful concord grape purple with some pale flashes of red and traces of orange around the edges . the head was a slightly tan creamy film . beautiful colors here . smells of dry rye crisp and cardboard with some red grape sweetness and a nice sharp sourness hiding in the distance . tastes of a base of dry doughy tasted white bread with a sweet red grapes plumbs and cherries that borders on being too sweet that rounds off with a musky woody dryness suggesting a british hop . that makes for a n excellent pair . finishes off with a slight grapefruit rind . feels glassy and dense working perfectly with the flavors . nice but strong . the fruit flavors and colors are nothing short of charming .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into a tulip a beer is a dark purple color . about inch worth of frothy dull pink head that disappears in a moment . s smell of fresh blueberries . missing a little something that other lambics have . earthy smell perhaps . t tart blueberries at first then comes the funk you acspect from your lambic . blueberries are sweet but not sicking sweet . i would imagine with some age you would get less sweet and more funky . m very light . well carbonated . left me with a drier than normal feel very similar to a dry red wine . o it was a bit pricy around . i m sure i have had better for less . but i would still recommend this beer to any lover of blueberries and sours . give it some age and it could blow you away . i m going to hold on to one for a year and see what i think this time next year .,aroma,1.0,1
surprisingly i ve never had this one before . i have high hopes though judging from my past experiences with stoudt s . pours a pure golden yellow with some bright highlights . the pearl white thick frothy head holds its shape well . some nice thick walls of lace disperse to a defined ring on the glass . very nice indeed . mmmmm toasty husky pale malt and plenty of spicy floral saaz hops . the first notes of a quality pils imo . a little bit of sweet dry buttered biscuit and faint yeastiness . simple but strong and very pronounced . the ingredients literally resonate from the glass . crisp and malty with a very pronounced hop note . sweeter and a lot less dry than the nose implied however . the hops are there up front but the spicy note is kind of hushed by some additional malt sweetness . honey and buttered lightly toasted white bread . a slick finish rounds out a flavor that i have to be honest was a bit of a let down after the tremendous nose . still tasy though i guess i just had some unreasonable expectations . relatively low carbonation and a finish that s definitely on the slicker side . i prefer a dryer finish for the style and that may have done the hops some justice in this brew . still a solid brew that s certainly worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle from bottles federal way wa a poured a glowing golden orangish color with good carbonationa and a nice white head s citrus booze sweet and perfumey t heres a story.there i was at the daily pint in sanata monica ca decide to get a pint of the nd anny ipa and upon the first sip i was like whoa.to perfumey to much booze and sweetness . the mango and tropical fruits were overpowering . did not even finish . this beer was the same . walked away m sweet booze and perfume was not appealing at all d i did not finish nor did i want to,aroma,0.8,1
served on tap the houndstooth tuscaloosa al into a smallish plastic cup pours a crystal clear pale pale yellow color . plenty of spritzy white head . lots of carbonation bubbles . this looks fine note i rate to style . smells like fucking nothing . sorry for the curse word . but i am angry at this beer . this beer . it barely barely has an aroma of faint grain husk . this is water . bud light actually has some flavor going on . too bad it is terrible . past the general waterness of it all bid light has a sickly sweet cotton candy note to it . this beer tastes like someone invented candied rice and then took that invention and submerged it in water . the mouthfeel is fine for the style . it is light but refreshing . carbonated water basically . overall this is well carbonated water . it s la croix . every bit as bad as la croix .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from the bottle into a pint glass and an aggressive finger foamy head formed . huge bubbles in the head and it was not a creamy quality head . looked like a homebrew head . the beer was slightly cloudy and light amber in color with orange highlights . aroma was not pleasing at all . medicinal alcohol and quite tart . some hop fruitiness in the aroma but it was so overpowered by the medicinal aroma that you had to look for it . wow the flavor is no more pleasing than the aroma . you an taste the alcohol and a medicinal flavor also exists . thin flavor and some black pepper taste then a slight doughy finish . not nearly enough hop presence for an american ipa . only the slightest of hop lingering effect . mouth feel was thin and carbonation was to much large bubble soda feel consider this checked off the list and never to be ordered again .,aroma,0.2,0
ml bottle . poured a very cloudy pale orange with a large head . aroma was very pleasant with yeast bread melon a light orange honey and some spice . taste was tart and citrusy some grassy flavor popped up as it warmed . quite a bit of hops came through and it was unpleasantly bitter in the aftertaste . mouthfeel was of a light highly carbonated body . alcohol provided some warmth and it was rather drying . not a bad saison but not one i would seek out again .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a dark bown with garnet highlights to a medium blck . nice brown hed of one fingers width last for about twenty minutes while sipping . i can actually see some pretty cool bubbling when held close to a light . the aroma is a lovely double chocolate with lots of heavy roasted malts muted amongst the rich chocolate aroma . light milk in the dark chocolat that hits the taste buds upfront . palate up front feels like watered down chocolate syrup . the taste in the middle is a more roasted malt and bitter coffee bean mixed with a more dry chocolate flavor and feel . all in all this is a pretty good beer worth sipping and buying again .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle best by sep . pours a brown copper red with a two finger fizzy and foamy off white head that leaves big clumpy rings of lacing but does n t retain much head . aroma is pretty quiet a bit of caramel malt a little earthy hops and a hint of smokiness . flavor is better smoked malts up front some caramel toffee finishes with some hop bitterness . a fair amount in fact . mouthfeel is highly carbonated thin to medium body a little sticky . ok scotch ale but dirty bastard has me absolutely spoiled .,aroma,0.4,0
morimoto hazelnut signature ale served cellar temperature . definately not one to chill . pours a coalish black with that little gleam of red . off color foam fills about ths of a pint glass but dissipates quicker then expected . the lacing is erratic but spiderweb like overall . very very subdued coffee scent butterscotch nips damn me if it is n t chocolate caramels obvious hazelnut . it just smells creamy . a smokey hazelnut extract ehh taste but there s a tad too much in the batch . a tiny twinge of spicy not really bitter hops at the beginning but everything then desides to smooth out . the carbonation lingers even after it appears flat . i get brought back to drinking irish coffee with my pops when i have one of these . very similar in feel . no abv on the bottle but since the recipes are similar seems about right . the alcohol tingles every tip but it runs parallel with everything else in the bottle . the bite is very evident at the very end of my glass . a little syrupy heavy but still drinkable to a certain extent . considerable amount of malt but i do n t know how much of that is just added sugar . if they would of cut back on the extract or maybe roasted some hazelnuts maybe it would of came off with less of a candy taste . extract aside it s roaming somewhere around the rim of the top shelf . not quite there but a more then excellent addition to the dessert tray . all the women love it . it gets bonus points for that . great for the price at just under a bomber . an over the top brown ale but what do you expect . it s morimoto dammit . ala cuisine . . .,aroma,0.9,1
can holiday wine cellar escondido ca a surprisingly better than average pour . clear light goldenrod yellow with a large persistent white head and lots and lots of spiderweb lacing down the glass . dare i say nearly perfect . grainy and corny aroma with a hint of dishwater and dirty sponge . at least i do n t taste dirty sponge . what i do taste is an inoffensive grainy corny and sugary beer . i also taste some alcohol . medium bodied with too much carbonation . i plan on never drinking this again .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a very light yellow gold . slightly cloudy with a quarter inch of foam . s strong lemon smell with light hints of vanilla and clove corriander . t citrus zest bitter orange slightly burnt grain . just a bit of a metallic aftertaste . m fairly thin and light . d aside from slight metallic aftertaste not really offensive but just a bit on the boring side .,aroma,0.7,1
color is a clear amber head is small and white . aroma is sweet and soft and fruity full of peaches and melons among more . texture is airy and light . hops are actually quite quiet and make little presence upon the palate . balance is bright and fine nicely rounded malt is sweet but sorry when you put it all together it s rather run of the mill . swwet but short finish . tasty and nice and pleasant but lacking the hoppiness that would have made it thoroughly appealing . the fruitiness is bright and sunny but this pale ale is really lacking in body and texture . i do like it okay but see no reason to pick it up again when summit epa is everywhere you look around here .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from bottle . hazey light golden with a slight orange tint . poured a inch head that dissipated quickly leaving little lacing . very aromatic with a nice yeast presence . citrus hints of corriander and orange peel in aroma but the yeast in dominant . somewhat of a mild flavor . yeast character is bigger in aroma mild in taste . acidity from the wheat is almost unnoticeable . the corriander and orange peel come through slightly in the finish . fairly dry easily drinkable thirst quenching . overall a nice witbier . although i wish it had a bigger yeast character and had a sharper finish .,aroma,0.7,1
dull gold with a broken haze brought on by the huge influx of crusty things floating around in it . tall thick creamy white head dawns the top quickly after a slow pour . lots of quickness to its growth which is bothersome . i d like to be able to drink this some time soon . it nearly escapes both the bottle then the glass . the capping hardly moves once established on the crown though . leaving an unbreakable shelf of lacing attached to the glass edge the whole session through . aroma is a little on the weird side . not sure what to make of it . soapy broad hops waxy dry yeasty with a pale malt bread tone flecked with a certain spicy citrus and cinnamon . grabbed more citrusy sweetness of orange as it warmed but still kept that soapy fop that kept me disinterestingly perturbed . taste is creamy and full quite an easy going flow to it . semi sweet lightly fruity and pilsner like in dryness and malt backing . middle grows with orange tang and lemon lime tinges . hops indeed make the finish one spicy mix . dry peppy leafy dully citric and lengthy with a sweet little center always bringing an acceptable balance . feel is quite nice with a full range of smooth semi sweetness to it thats kinda candyish with a citrusy twist . full and round semi sweet semi pale and fairly extended . finish is balanced in equaling spicy and hoppy things with a return to sweetness for a bit before yeasty dryness settles in for the duration . a decent enough belgain with a unique twist on the tradition pales i ve had . hard to believe this is actually . as its hard to find it anywhere . not even after drinking a bunch of it . so its drinkability is solid . a good brew no doubt but there are far better more complexing belgians for less the price .,aroma,0.6,1
serving bottle from a smuttynose mixed pack served in a pint glass . apperance deep red brown color thin head fades quickly . smell light malty . taste toasty carmel flavor malty sweetness . little hop flavor . drinkability very smooth . would drink again .,aroma,0.4,0
eye the beer pours a lemon golden yellow in color and is surprisingly clear for a wheat brew i really kinda want something more cloudy as a wheat should be . head is of a fair size and has good retention and lacing . only real fault i find is the clarity of the brew and if the head were just a bit thicker it would be quite a bit sexier . nose pretty potent aroma.before the bottle is done pouring i can easily smell a lemon and citrus type aroma from the glass . as my nose gets closer to the glass . .more lemon type aroma and a spicy almost peppery type of aroma very hard to describe it this has got to be the grains of paradise that i m smelling here . also perhaps a bit of coriander . the overall impression of this aroma that i get is heavy i ve never really smelled something that was quite like this the smell from the glass is heavy just as the air is very heavy on a hot humid day . very unique and great nose here . tongue pretty thin flavor in my opinion . do n t get me wrong there is a good spicy aftertaste where the grains of paradise are quite apparent however the rest of it seems to suffer . right up front it is spicy pepper like it then moves to a sweet malty and lemony taste and ends with some more of the spicy pepper like notes from the grains of paradise except drier this time . as with most of the sam adams brews i find a metallic tang in this as well though it is much better hidden here thanks to the grains of paradise . all in all this is the best beer i ve had so far from sam adams . mouthfeel and drinkability the beer is far to thin on the palate . sure pale wheats are supposed to be thinner but this is too much so and its got carbonation which i find is just a bit too much making the thin body more apparent . the brew has a fairly dry finish . this is a beer that i wo n t buy again . to me there is nothing about it that makes it superb that makes it really stand out . .sure the grains of paradise are neat but the body is lacking and there are many that are much better and there are also those that are much better that are just as uniquely different too . really nothing to write home about .,aroma,0.9,1
oz into a pint a this beer tests the limit of what red means . it is very very dark but still amber . the head formation is quite strong and very white in color . very well retained little lacing . lots of carbonation present but no yeast cloud . s a beer without smell . at best i can say i find a yeast note . maybe . t starts off with very little but a light malt sweetness . perhaps driven by the roasted malts that drive the red ale style . bitterness does start to show as the beer sits on the tongue . the only flavor is this beer appears in the aftertaste with a grainy astringent bite . m a fairly strong body driven by the harsh carbonation . the beer itself does appear to be fully bodied based on its creamy texture . only a minor amount of oily residue left on the tongue . d since this beer is almost not noticeable in terms of abv flavor and fillingness i would say its a drinkability winner . very sessionable . heck of a consolation prize here .,aroma,0.3,0
pint oz bottle with an attractive label and freshness date . pours dark and opaque with a small tan head that retains well and generously laces the sides of the imperial pint glass . aroma is decent with dark roasted malts wood smoke and brown sugar . no hint of hops in the bouquet . mouthfeel is light to medium bodied and undercarbonated . a cloying sweetness is immediately detected . taste opens with candy sugar and mild floral hops . wood smoke is prominent but the sweetness quickly overwhelms the palate . i took another look at the label to see if it said sugar added . this is by far the sweetest beer i ve ever sampled . no hops or malts come forth to balance the cloying syrupy sweetness . finishes very sugary almost in an artificial sense . virtually no drinkability unless you want a sugary beer . sickly sweet and cloying . i do n t know what the brewery was thinking when they put this one together . update on after reading more about this style i see that the imbibers of this style in its native environs actually added sugar to versions of this . quite interesting but i m not changing my scores .,aroma,0.7,1
ml brown bottle poured into a hobgoblin pint pot . a . a clear brown beer with a deep red tinge topped by a slightly tanned foamy head . s. wet cardboard and sadly not a lot more . t. chocolatey and slightly woody . some light fruit notes and a dry bitter finish with a little liquorice too . m. medium . d. a below average porter that really disappointed me . i was hoping for much more .,aroma,0.4,0
hazy dark copper colored body with almost no head but some lacing . caramel and prune or fig in the aroma . lots of malty sweetness in the flavor along with sticky fruit but there is a graininess that is a bit astringent in there as well though very minute . low carbonation and sticky coating swallow . this is a pretty good beer excepting the tiny bit of astringency . i would drink it again .,aroma,0.9,1
i am currently enjoying this beer after a long walk home from work in the summer heat a very little if any visible head . slightly murky as i would expect of an unfiltered wheat s kind of like bud light . not impressed or excited upon smelling it . t this is where i got a bit confused . at first it tastes a bit bland a watery but it rounds out a bit towards the swallow and finishes with a kick of watermelon followed by a bitterness . interesting and refreshing . m nothing special high carbonation watery .,aroma,0.4,0
a very black tan creamy head slow to leave . lace coats the entire void . s cocoa malt tropical and citrus fruits . t where is the friggin malt . very dry powdery cocoa finished with citrusy bitters . m not much to balance . not much flavor at first and bittering hops follow up . d one was enough to try .,aroma,0.9,1
the pour reveals an inky black liquid . very little aroma . this beer is thick . you could almost stand up a spoon in it . flavor is excellent malt chocolate coffee flavors are all there . it s so thick filling though i ca n t see drinking more than one at a sitting .,aroma,1.0,1
another impulse buy . pours a clear copper color with a fresh citrus aroma it seems a little like this beer wanted nothing more than to get that grapefruit hop aroma it smells great but the flavor is pretty bland too simple i think . its obviously an ipa but thats it . just another ipa . a little heavy on the co but its very drinkable i could drink these all day . overall a good beer . if your in the mood for a well priced craft brewed ipa then this is a good choice .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this at the shake shack at saratoga race course served in a plastic cup . pours a hazy orange with a nearly non existent head or maybe it was just a bad pour . the aroma is pretty unremarkable with the typical malt smell . the taste is a pleasant surprise . the basic malt backbone is followed by a strong hop presence for apa standards . it reminds me of a lighter version of an ipa with some pine orange and grapefruit . nothing too overwhelming though as it s supposed to complement the food . i really enjoyed this beer and i d buy it from a bottle if it was provided . it s hoppy enough to intrigue me while remaining highly sessionable . brooklyn achieved an excellent balance with this brew .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a few shades of brown too light for a porter looks more like a dark brown ale the rocky head retains fairly well and leaves some lacing too smell lots of vanilla and toffee elements pronounced and appealing taste starts out with plenty of caramel but by mid palate the vanilla takes over and dominates subtle coffee and milk chocolate elements are underneath and there is a bitter element that appears at the swallow but quickly fades as the vanilla re asserts itself mouthfeel medium body with moderate carbonation drinkability interesting concept but the execution is all wrong to me too much vanilla way too sweet and not enough porter elements to make this beer work to my palate,aroma,0.8,1
for a domestic attempt at a bekgian ale this is a good attempt . the pour yields a great tight head that leaves a nice lace . the aroma is malty and alcoholic and persistes throughout the drink . the body is very good not as thick as honey but nice anf viscuous . the finish is definitely maltyand aclcoholic . i m not a big fan of high gravity being the star of the show but it works in thia brew . the price was also very reasonable for this quality of brew .,aroma,1.0,1
passed this one over a number of times but after seeing all the reviews i made sure to grab a pack before it disappeared . ay yi yi . the hell . i have n t gone and checked but this thing has got to have summit in it . brutal taste of garlic onion . perhaps some grapefruit behind it but i ca n t get past this garlic onion taste . i must be uniquely sensitive to it because if everyone was tasting what i m tasting there s no way this thing would be anywhere near an a rating . mouthfeel is fine . but that onion garlic is a deal breaker . reminds me of abrasive . another extremely highly rated beer that was just a pure garlic onion bomb . really not enjoying this quirk in my palate that makes those summit flavors show up so strongly .,aroma,0.8,1
ml . . version . thanks for sharing dylan . aroma is an intense lightly parching cherried candy and sweet chocolate however mildly artificial . dark black with dense foam tan rim . cordial cherries dominate the initial flavor in that sold at the counter wrapped in red foil in plastic trays at a midwestern gas station kind of way . stout character takes over with a salty and pithy stout run . a medium woody and seedy stout with dropping of cheap kirsch . finishes in the middle .,aroma,0.8,1
old foghorn was my first barleywine style beer and i got it as a mystery draft at a local bewpub they do n t tell you until the following week what the mystery draft of the week was you come to it totally cold and objective . the first thing that hit me and my friend was the fantastic smell heavy with alcohol and woody wine overtones . the first sip leads to that big full red wine flavor and then after the first swallow the big hops kick in numbing the tongue a bit . i ve had other barleywines since but none that were so smooth and mellow they tend to sharpness . one pint is plenty after that your palette wo n t appreciate the nuances .,aroma,1.0,1
a jet black body with a small tan head with nice lacing . s lightly minerally aroma dark malty cocoa . t very mellow not at all bitter but none too sweet . the mineral saltyness of the oysters is apparent . m light bodied mild carbonation . kind of limp . d i am not really enthusiastic about finishing this beer so it cant be that good .,aroma,0.8,1
this is my first review and i loved this beer . actually from someone who has spent years drinking good imports this was another level . exceptional smell of toffee caramel nutty . wanted to eat something that smelled like this . slightly bitter note on the nose . sweet with a more bitter nutty taste . just a great thing to drink from a great beer neophyte . both my girlfriend and i enjoyed this so much and i can never go back to the mass produced stuff . again to reiterate if i could eat a food that smelled like this it would be heaven . great beer and great reviews below from people that know a lot more than i do . as a wine expert i would easily rate this a if i had to .,aroma,1.0,1
vintage . a black tan head very little retention or lace . s chocolate covered cherries vanilla mocha amazing . t huge vanilla a little much for me oak bakers chocolate mocha . m well attenuated moderate body has a drying finish . d this huge brew is definitely a pleasant sipper .,aroma,1.0,1
somewhere between a copper and orange hue a bit hazy and murky looking as well as a decent amount of lacing to be noted . on the nose fresh fruits cherries peaches green apples pears simply amazing . a bit twangy and just on the border of being chewy but not quite . dry and a bit laid back decent yeasty body with some reserved sugar candy cane offerings . sticky as it warms sort of a bubble gum palate and a bit rustic . reserved flavoring in the background certainly drinkable one that should be enjoyed by most ba s .,aroma,1.0,1
let me start off by saying i m a huge fan if imbalanced pale ales that assault you with hops . just a disclaimer so that you can understand where i m coming from . i poured into a half liter oktoberfest mug from a oz . bottle . appearance poured a copper color with a short but thick head which dissipated into moderate to high lacing rather quickly could be that i just washed the mug with soap . smell gentle hoppy smell . no outstanding characteristics of flowers or fruit . taste the first sip is an almost toasty malt character on the front with crisp but gentle hops rolling in and finishing off the swig . successive sips are dominated by the hops which have a subtle grapefruity character but not much up front as opposed to more aggressive hop varieties like chinook . mouthfeel highly carbonated . medium body on the heavier side . drinkability as far as imperial ipa s are concerned this guy is pretty drinkable . not something you put down in one go but you could have a few of these in a night . the . abv advertised on sly fox s website is well hidden though so do n t plan on driving if you re going out for a couple of these . note it s my understanding that this beer is different every year so it is probably unwise to look at reviews from previous years to figure out what you ll get in the present .,aroma,0.6,1
pours with a reddish tinge to its yellow . a little white head . taste is corny a tad of carmel . mostly astringent to me very thin mouthfeel and a couple of ounces is too much.very light carbonation . smell is neutral.thanks for bringing mr. russev.not too good .,aroma,0.6,1
wife went with me to the liquor store once . saw this and had to get it . a slightly hazy golden color . small white head to it . s do n t get much of any blueberry smell like i was expecting . sweet smell from the malts . a little yeast at the end too . t hmm where is the blueberry . very subtle taste but nothing at all what i expected . a lot sweeter than i thought it would be . bittering at the end . m lighter body with decent carbonation to it . d was n t really what i was expecting . i did n t think blueberry would be punching me in the face but a little flavor from it . much to sweet for my taste when choosing a beer . if we get another she can have the whole bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a sam adams glass . pours a nice copper color with a thick white head . good head retention and leaves a nice lacing down the glass . slight sweet citrusy aroma . more aroma when first poured but dissipated quickly . sweet biscuity taste with a delayed bitter aftertaste . light on the front of the tongue with the bitterness hitting the back of the mouth . leaves a bitter taste on the sides of the mouth . the beer is easy to drink but is more akin to a pale ale than an ipa .,aroma,0.4,0
a amber copper with a great sized head . some lacing was left but not a huge amount . s somewhat subdued citrus pine hops with a caramel sweetness . t really well balanced and drinkable . i was expecting a hop bruiser but i was surprised by how easy going this one is . there s a great amount of hop flavor but it is definitely backed up with malt and body . m simply awesome . it s nice and full smooth and silky . d this is a really good beer . i wish that i did n t have to trade for it . if it was distributed in my area it would absolutely be a beer that i would buy again and again .,aroma,0.6,1
got it on tap the nitro tap at lionheart in albany . a nice cascading effect as you d expect from the nitro tap . body is pitch black with a creamy khaki colored . finger head that sits and stays for awhile ultimately leaving behind rings and rings of foam . s not much in the nose at all . a hint of roasted malts is about it and that s faint . not completely unexpected for the style however . t roasted malt up front with some coffee or espresso as well . some hints of bitter unsweetened chocolate more towards the middle of the sip becoming more noticeable as it warms a bit . finishes with a very nice dry bitterness that lingers in the aftertaste . good balance between the roasted malt and that dry bitterness from the hops . m creamy as you d expect from a nitro pour body is on the light side also about what you d expect for this style . d over the top in drinkability relatively light but nice in feel and with good flavors . easily quaffed . a good substitute for guinness though my friend who drinks guinness almost exclusively found it a tad bit too dry for his liking . me i prefer that dryness . worth checking out .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at the rogue publick house in pdx . poured into the rogue goblet a very attractive and heavy piece of stemware . pours a pitch black with a very thick chocolate brown head that lingers for the entire glass . the pour invites you in immediately . a milky nose with chocolate and hazelnut aromas . surprisingly underwhelming . wow . the among the smoothest mouthfeels i ve encountered . smooth smooth smooth . like a thick chocolate malt . lots of chocolate flavor but it is a bitter high quality chocolate that though very present is n t overpowering and is very nicely balanced with the rest of the beer . milky and a little nutty hazelnuts and walnuts there is a pleasant malted finish . it boasts ibu but this is not a hoppy beer i never tasted the hops at all . overall a great winter beer that is perfect for a cold day . nicely made and well balanced it is well worth consumption .,aroma,0.6,1
nice presentation in the mug light red some head . not much in the way of smell except a little sweetness . my initial reaction to the taste is that it s too sweet . it s pretty smooth and drinkable for a session beer though . maybe it s because i already knew that coors makes this beer but i swear i can taste some coors light in this red lager . it s really not bad for coming from a macro but not exciting at all really .,aroma,0.4,0
one of my all time favorites . have n t had this in a couple years now . midnight black with a small tan lace . great nose . sweet milk chocolate . some java tones . some roasted malts . a little thin in the mouth . not as a rich as i remember . nice burnt malt taste . not as much of a creamy texture as i remembered . .not as good as i remembered but still solid . .a pretty dry finish . .i m a bit disappointed as i came into this review expected to put this in the high s but it is not that good . still it is worth trying if you see it .,aroma,0.9,1
i love when they leave a few fingers of that famous creamy foam to let coat the glass . you either love or hate the darkness of this beverage but it does not have that coffee flavor that one might think . the mouth feel is smooth and not to thick that you ca n t keep the rounds coming . the nice thing about this beverage is you can have it on a hot or cold day .,aroma,0.6,1
note i have n t tasted this beer in years . so great is the prejudice against it amongst us knowledgeable beer folk that i would avoid drinking bud even when only macro was available . on a whim i picked up a pint can at the corner store for purposes of review . born on date . i dislike snobbery of any kind and furthermore i have no great prejudice against mass produced products so long as they are quality products . so i am determined to approach this beer as i would any other and give it every reasonable benefit of the doubt . so . . . poured a clear pale gold with a lot of carbonation and a decent head that dropped slowly to a thin film of bubbles on top . this is not at all a bad looking beer . certainly it does not deserve to have its appearence compared to urine . that is an unflattering description that could be made of any pale golden beer . however . . . aroma is . . . almost non existent . not so much bad as just not there . i inhaled deeply and smelled a little twang of . . . hops . rice . tough to say . taste is . . . also almost not there . very subtle bitterness mostly just a feel of bubbles on the tongue . aftertaste is distinctly unpleasant a sharp sort of metallic snap that lingers in the mouth . no i did n t pour it down the drain it is n t that bad . i finished the pint . but it truly is not very good beer . american macro . designed to be as inoffensive as possible to the largest number of people .,aroma,0.3,0
jet black pour with a very dense and frothy finger brown head . the aroma is bitter black coffee with lots of roastiness and subtle notes of dark fruit candi sugar and brown sugar . as the head slowly fades strong high percentage cacao dark chocolate notes come out . there is a slight metallic noble hope tinge in there too . it s all very soft and mellow though . the flavor is much more powerful than the aroma but still with all the complexity . the dominant flavor is strong spicy bitter dark chocolate . lots of espresso also blends with caramelized sugars raisin dates and molasses . generous hop bittering and some notable alcohol finish it off . the body id full and oily with lots of tingly carbonation and alcohol warming .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from oz bottle into shaker glass . pours a pretty transparent golden color with very little head and very little lacing . hops really shine through in the aroma . mostly citrus but a little bit of a floral hop aroma as well . not much in the way of malt besides a subtle caramel aroma . hops really dominate the smell here . hops really dominate the taste here as well . getting mostly floral hops here with the citrus in the background . a little bit of bitterness but not much . would give this a higher score if the malt balanced out the hops a little better . very nice and refreshing either way could drink this very fast . mouthfeel was decent . carbonation seemed about right . was a little on the light bodied side which made it really easy to drink but a good ipa to me is something that is well balanced as well . overall it was a good ipa not horrible not excellent pretty average . very light for an ipa and refreshing . would drink again for sure .,aroma,0.8,1
high life has been my choice of budget beer . pk since my freshman year of college . it s not much to look at do n t bother pouring it into a glass but it is much better than it s competition . other beers in it s price range would be pabst beast keystone etc . and this is far more enjoyable than any of those . depending on my mood i might actually reach for a high life in the presence of far superior beers just because it s easy to drink . bottom line is although theres no great unique taste there s also no bad taste . it s just a cheap easy to drink beer . i would drink this over a bud anyday,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark amber with a very creamy head which lingers for a while. nearly perfect . has sort of a bready fruity flavor that is reminiscient of red apples . yeasty in a typical belgian way not overly yeasty . a bit malty and biscuit like as well . aroma is quite faint really not much to notice at all . some bread and fruitiness but very little . mouth has a decent medium body and light carbonation . it is smooth and fairly tasty easy to drink but a bit lacking in areas .,aroma,0.6,1
i ve never had a beer that goes better with a good burger . despite the silly name this is a remarkably well wrought beer . the pour is a bright yellow with a little cloudiness revealing the unfiltered yeast . the head is white and becomes lacy in a few minutes . the aroma is a pretty subtle combination of lemony and herbal notes . but the taste is where this beer excels . the fine hops that are so prominent in victory s hop devil are beautifully rounded off with malt and bread and a little lemon combination that is really satisfying and refreshing . the only problem with this blonde ale is that you have a hard time not having another as soon as your glass is empty .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle from case brought back yesterday from weyerbacher open house tasting event . a hazy orange with a nice pillowy head . s grapefruit and evergreen needles . you can smell the aroma of bold hops from yards away . t simcoe welcome aboard . citrus hops are all there is to it true expression of the style . sure overbearing but thats what the beer is about . not close to balanced but thats besides the point . m sticky and coating . thick and luxurious . d a true double lots of hops and a complete coating of the mouth and tongue . you have to be willing to breathe hops if you want to enjoy a few but worth it for those that are into that including myself .,aroma,1.0,1
cuve van der keizer rood . ml . vintage . presentation the bottle is really impressive looking exuding a strong and confident aura of royalty . there s a heavy golden silk screened onto the neck along with a minimalist and modern line representation of charles v in dark silver . a red sash thrown diagonally across the bottle indicates that this is the rood red i.e . belgian strong pale ale version of the cuve van der kaizer . gouden carolus is emblazoned in gold across the lower circumference . appearance pours a swirling cloudy pale yellow with a massive head . the pure white head mushrooms upwards in the glass like it s nobody s business with even the slightest provocation a hint of what a tenacious beer this really is . near perfect . aroma oh what bliss this is to smell . i m getting something truly unique as far as beer goes the perfectly reproduced aroma of freshly baked peach cobbler . there s also a nice yeast backing followed by even more fruitiness mango papaya banana and others . this is one of the most substantial and nose tickling aromas i have ever had the pleasure to whiff . perfection . taste this has aged for years and from what i hear the cellaring process actually strengthens the flavor in this case and this is an unusually potent and flavorful beer . i m immediately getting a hint of delicious citrus zest belgian candi flavor and that peach cobbler . oh but then there s a deluge of sweet fruit drenched in alcohol that has shotgun like stopping power . as it warms delicious yeasty flavors kick in and the citrus intensifies . i ca n t quite describe how all this sensations combine to form a gestalt that transcends the peach cobbler soaked in acohol cum thick yeast and bright candi flavors that meld into each other beautifully . all i can say is that the alcohol is not warming rather it s just potent it s hard to describe since i do n t feel the usual burn yet i m constantly aware of the impact it s making on my taste buds . the finish is slightly sweet fruity and astringent . about minutes after the fact there s still a noticeable aftertaste . stunningly different than anything else i ve ever had . mouthfeel the huge head was not only an indicator of the level of funk in the van der keizer it also presaged a healthy dose of carbonation . the beer enters the mouth in a medium bodied wave that slowly thins and induces a bone drying pucker . i do n t feel that it s cradling my taste buds it s attacking them . the aggressiveness is both a gift and a curse . drinkability the potency of this brew makes it hard to drink with any celerity . in fact this is a really sipping beer probably excellent with food though i had it alone . again i ve never had anything like it so each sip was an attempt to understand this kingly brew . notes . joe canal s,aroma,1.0,1
my local pilsner kick continues will it never end . . . . this time my fix is an offering from the famous trogner bros . sunshine pils . from the oz bottle into a tall pilsen glass fills perfectly with a light yes most articulately described as piss yellow liquid capped with a cm creme head . plenty of nucleation creates a handful of towering bubble columns each reminiscent of the deepwater horizon clip i saw in hd on the evening news . a hint of lemon and grass in the nose up front . then coppery like the memorable experience of dipping the ol schnoz into a bag of pennies . finishes musty like wet dog . must be the noble hops combining with the malted grains in just the right proportions . assininely . . . crisp with the first sip although this quality recedes quickly bouncy and light on the tongue . just a grab of body as it slides through the mouth . the lemony start lends itself well to this action . tough to grab onto even as i swish and swish . i love that . clean through the middle only a little of sweet corn to call an arc then right to the finish . all business with this puppy . a substantial burst of floral bitterness in the throat . mimics the sensation of chewing on rose pedals perfectly . ahhh . finds some surface to grow doughy in the throat building on this thick hoppiness . sneaks away packaging itself into a clean finish . a ghost of bitterness lemonpeel pools at the tonsils . sated . super refreshing . considerably more lemony then recent pilsners i ve had . another big hitter in the land of pilsners .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle into a wine glass . a the head is a thick creamy ultra light brown color and holds on for a solid minute plus some . even when the head drops there is a thin layer that holds on for most of the beer . the body is a rich molasses brown mildly transparent with some lighter caramel colors around the edge . s i caught a very bright sweet aroma with heavy notes of cinnamon and clove some raisins and some banana like esters . t i found the taste to be very interesting and uncommon for a dubbel . not much for spices which surprised me after the aroma instead i got a very bready taste much like a very dark rye loaf as the beer warmed slightly i got raisins almost matching the rye loaf flavors it was even a little nutty as the glass emptied . on the finish i got some fruity notes mainly cherry but it was difficult to pick up as the bready maltiness along with the raisins strong arm out all the other flavors . m creamy with slightly sharp carb not at all overwhelming though . nothing special although it was a little hot i was pleased at how hidden the high abv was . d fairly one dimensional at this point . i was very excited the first time i had one but on my second bottle i am a little less impressed . the complexity just is n t there for me right now that said i picked up a four pack to throw downstairs for awhile to see what happens . i suspect the malt will drop some allowing the yeast to bring out some sweeter flavors lending to the complexity . at this point i am not exited to pick up another but i am holding out hope . i am a huge fan of new glarus . i generally love everything they do and therefore a new unplugged is like christmas for me . because of this i never take notes on my first bottle and this beer is the reason why . i love that they did this but its not a great offering at least now . i am really curious to see what happens in a year or so .,aroma,0.9,1
i think this is my new favorite beer . the beer tastes like a dark think stout except that it is very carbonated in comparison . so the beer is very smooth but with a prickle that reminds me of a hard cider . a friend of mine has an inexpensive yet tasty scotch that she says is her every day scotch . i d say this is going to be my every day fall beer .,aroma,0.6,1
first off just because a beer has a fruit taste does not make it a chick beer . there are plenty of wonderful lambics out there with big fruity taste . the difference with this beer is that it just does not taste good . this beer is very strange in that the smell does not seem to match the taste . the strawberry smell is very strong however when you take a sip the strawberry taste seems to disappear . actually it seemed this beer had very little taste of any kind . the look of the beer was fine gold with pink highlights and the mouthfeel was like a normal beer but it just did not have a taste that matched its presentation .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a very murky golden orange color with a m edium white head . the scent on this beer is very sweet . tons of grapefruit and orange come through very strongly . also get a lot of alcohol in the nose . upon first sip i get so much thrown at me at once . not very well balanced i must say . the hops are a bit overwhelming as well as the booziness . it s a shame because there s so many great flavors . but they re just not as balanced out as i was hoping . the grapefruit taste on this one is just delicious though . others have complained about carbonation problems but this one is nicely carbonated . somewhat thick chewy mouthfeel which was expected for such a big dipa . drinkability i must say is not very impressive .,aroma,0.9,1
i was n t expecting an esb for a winter seasonal but i ll take it . this brew pours a cloudy copper with a foamy long lasting white head that sticks to the glass . i get mostly malt in the aroma semi sweet caramel with a bit of piney hops mixed in but nothing overpowering . malt takes over in the taste with some bitter citrus tacked on to make this a true bitter . alcohol is noticeable but not overwhelming . a solid brew to come in from the cold for .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to glazeman for the can . poured into a goose island pint glass . daisy cutter forms a beautiful fluffy white head that is almost three fingers thick . the body is a hazy peach orange . sticky webbed lacing . grassy hops and light grapefruit citrus on the nose . earthy and somewhat piny with sweet malts in the background . quite good for a regular apa . slightly burnt caramel malts and a bit grainy with grassy hops on the tongue . decent taste but it does n t quite live up to the appearance or the nose . grainy somewhat bitter astringent . average for the most part . mouthfeel is a bit foamy with sharp carbonation . i d call this crisp but the foaminess gets in the way a bit . has some nice lingering bitterness . drinkability is good . this beer has a decent amount of hops for an apa and the nose is quite nice but the flavor and mouthfeel do n t offer enough to really set this beer apart . maybe a fresh pint on tap turns things up a notch or two .,aroma,0.9,1
a this beer pours hazy orange with a large white creamy head . slow dissipation leaves rich lacings . s sweet lingonberries fruits and hops . t dry malt balanced with bitter hops . fruit . a acidic feel from the lingonberries . m body is medium while carbonation is mild . aftertaste is short and holds dry bitterness . o intersting wiht the lingonberries since they bring an acidic flavour .,aroma,0.6,1
a cloudy darkish yellow beer . has an off white head that dissapears quickly . there is a very nice fruity sweet character along with an inviting spiceyness in the aroma . the flavor is sour dry and reminds me of fruit going bad . none of the belgian spiceyness promised in the aroma . more like a gueze than a strong ale .,aroma,0.8,1
pour much darker than i expected . fiery hue of orange with red undertone . not to much of a head and rings of streaky lacing . rich sweet smelling malts reach the nose first . these odors take a sideline to the musty mildly citrus hop profile . nothing profound just apparent . this smells like a nice healthy pa to me . the flavor is nice the spicy hops assault your tongue instantly . as they fade the unimpressive malt flavor makes an appearance . some toffee and grassy tastes come to mind . the level of bitterness is surprisingly low for any ipa . mouthfeel is a bonus on this one not overly carbonated and it s medium to light bodied . not heavy or syrupy and just nice . this brew would be a regular for me if i could find it on tap somewhere not over the top just balanced and fresh tasting . good offering .,aroma,0.4,0
an easy pour with a nice dark golden reddish hue . the smell is fantastic sweet very floral and an under tone of citrus . taste strong pungent hops not the taste that matches the smell at all . it has a soft full mouth feel . goes down smooth with last night dinner of wings and tots .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a clear orange copper with white head . head has little staying power and eventually becomes a ring around the glass . s pumpkin and nutmeg with some cinnamon in the back . a touch of vanilla . smells pretty good . t oh no . dominant pumpkin and spice nutmeg clove up front before crashing into a buttery finish that tastes medicinal chalky and thick like kaopectate or pepto bismol . there s some bitterness in there but this beer s lost me . m a little tingly and a tad watery . d i m glad i bought just the one bottle of this . i m not well versed in the style but i still ca n t get past the finish . it s actually pretty promising up until then . it smelled great and the front of the sip was pleasant .,aroma,0.8,1
a huge thanks to aw yeh for sharing this beer with me . the corkscrew broke in the cork so we ended up pulling it out with pliers haha . thanks world market ten dollar corkscrew appearance an extremely cloudy sickly green . tons of yeast floating around in it . very opaque and looks like murky apple juice . looks delicious . smell a huge presence of apples right upfront . slightly acidic and funky on the nose . this smell relaxes me and makes me think i am laying under an apple tree . smells slightly sour . taste hmm . not nearly as sour as i expected it to be . apples absolutely dominate the taste and it is delicious . an awesome cider apple taste with a slight sweet sour zing . mouthfeel drinkability exceptionally drinkable and easy to drink . perfectly enjoyed either as gulping or sipping . a good apple zing to it .,aroma,1.0,1
poured black into a pint glass with no foam and no lacing . good lord all mighty . this beer has the most incredible smell in the world . it s no wonder how they came up with the name creme brulee . the big wafts of vanilla caramel and butterscotch fill the nose and is absolutely delectable . i could enjoy the aroma of this beer for hours . taste is of vanilla bitter chocolate a bit of cappuccino slightly creamy with just a touch of hop bitterness rounding out the finish . this is like nothing i ve ever tasted . i could swear there s a vanilla bean floating in my drink . very creamy and smooth on the tongue . carbonation is low but that s good for this desert beer . it was a bit too sweet and somewhat cloying which keeps the drinkability low but it was fantastic nonetheless . one bomber was enough for me and i was pleasantly surprised .,aroma,1.0,1
drank from my duvel tulip glass . a pours a slightly hazy starw colour with a head that does stay around for a while . s unusual aromas of cinnamon and raisins t urrgh terrible . not much else to say . m light body and medium carbonation . o avoid this beer if you are looking for a belgian wit style as it will leave you dissappointed . its not that its bland its just plain wrong .,aroma,0.7,1
samuel adams boston lager vienna lager abv . aroma smells sweet with some malt . very little presence of hops or any strong smell in general . appearance in between a dark gold to very light brown color . a nice inch of head with some lacing . body texture medium body with a pleasant mouth feel . not light or heavy just right for a casual beer . aftertaste not very hoppy with a sweet matly after taste . comment the bottle mentioned that it was brewed with bavarian noble hops . overall this beer has great drinkability but is nothing too special .,aroma,0.3,0
this is a great porter . the head is dark in color which gives you the idea that it is an oatmeal stout but upon tasting it you realize you have stepped into a realm that is not matched . the chocolate flavor is great but at times a little overwhelming . the malt is very present towards the middle and can be complemented with a nice shot of irish whiskey . it finishes very smooth and definitely makes you want to come back for more . definitely my favorite foreign porter .,aroma,1.0,1
beautiful beer at . abv certainly packs a punch a perfect for the style a big fluffy head fell away at moderate pace lacing well pours a hazy orange s a highlight for me big amarillo hop aroma citrus fruity no negatives in the aroma dept . t a little bit less than a std dipa bitterness but still kicked liked a wild goat beautiful flavours crystal or other malts coming through m well controlled and certainly right for me . d a little too drinkable for a dipa compared to others i have tried the danger is at that abv level it can quickly be a big night with just a few . great work on this one and perfect balance of malt and hops for me no sweetness that you sometimes get from dipa which to me is unpleasant .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a murky brown in my glass . moderate head that vanishes quickly . not a ton of aroma some carmel notes there though . taste is earthy and smoky a nice blend . nice body lightly carbonated enough but not overpowering . this is a pretty good representation of the style . not great but pretty good .,aroma,0.6,1
a sampled straight from the dark brown bottle . this label black with a vertical oval of tan as a background to its name and a golden seal displaying the shadow of a toad . s mild chocolate aroma . t burnt chocolate and robust coffee flavors . it also has a hint of malt near the start . m the texture is coarse and abrasive throughout . from the tip of my tongue all the way to the swallow . krista brought back a sixer from illinois a few weeks back . i did n t share these with anyone .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a clear amber with a small head that had average retention . nice amount of sticky lacing is left on the glass after each sip . biscuit like malt aroma that has a slight musky quality . the citrus and pine hop aromas hit hard shortly thereafter . big bitter hop presence in the flavor . i taste more pine than citrus . does have a mild malt quality but i do not like the flavor of said malt . lingering bitter resin flavor in the aftertaste . the body seems a little thin and a tad overcarbonated . very bitter ipa in the west coast tradition . not the nicest balanced ipa but still very drinkable .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a light cloudy reddish orange color with a medium white head . there is a swirl of the fine yeast particles visible . smell is subtle at first and different than any beer i ve smelld before . there is some sweetness to the smell and the rest is hard to pinpoint . perhaps its from the wheat . not a traditional hop or malt smell . taste is fairly smooth and creamy for the style i think . it s very lightly hopped . not any noteworthy bitterness but it has something different in the taste too . maybe its just the wheat but i do n t know . not my favorite but not undrinkable . i actually thought this was an amber until seeing the description on this page .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bottle to a tulip glass . the color is a hazy gold with some copper highlights . white frothy head sits maximum of three fingers over the body . retention was a little underwhelming but leaves thick lacing on the glass . exceptional aroma not alot of ipas can match this very floral and unique with grapefruit and mango front notes of apricot lemons and lychee streaking through at times . sweet malt backing complements the fruit salad aroma well . brilliant nose could smell it all day . drops a couple notches here compared to the nose bready malts lay down a good foundation with some thin grains a bit coarse . hop flavor kicks in grapefruit lemon and pine less bright than the nose would indicate but bitterness comes in strong and bone dry . turned out to be a rather balanced ipa the nose was so great it would be hard to match on the flavor as well . good carbonation and medium bodied . finished with a good bitter kick and very dry helping the bitterness to linger . expectations met well done . if you can get this one fresh it s absolutely worth it and the nose is unique even amongst the ever growing masses of ipas . flavor is well balanced with emphasis on fruity hops not overly bitter but great refreshing finish .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle a pours a deep black under a half fingers worth of brown head . a little lace ok retention . s smells of chocolate roasted malt hint of cream some licorice and dark fruitiness . very well done . t tastes of roasted malt expresso grassy hops a fair amount of bitterness on the back end with some alcohol warmth . hints of chocolate also emerge in the finish . m d full bodied carbonation tends to turn the body a little foamy in the mouth alcohol character is done well bitter finish . drinkability is only affected by the . . very good ris .,aroma,1.0,1
looks cloudy and orange red with a big foamy head . smell is of citrus mainly grapefruit . taste is citrus as well but there is an almost unpleasant yeasty taste as well . not a bad beer but some off tastes . the malts are hard to notice leaving you with some hops and some yeast and some water to enjoy . better than some but not many .,aroma,0.9,1
very clear amber surprisingly so generous white head with irregular bubbles many of which are ridiculously oversized . aroma is pretty faint for a beer with that much ingredients slightly vinous with notes of alcohol and sweet malt . taste is initially very sweet toasty cookies malt with a complex hop character obvious alcohol . long lasting bitter aftertaste that stays on the tongue for quite a while and is very warming . low to medium lacking body like hog heaven as martint points out slightly creamy . while this bottle is around a year old this could definitely be a bit more mellow . a living proof that it takes more than a bunch of ingredients and big numbers to make a fine tuned crafted brew .,aroma,0.8,1
with millions of beers out there i love finding stand outs like this one . i m a big fan of ipas in general and i m a really big fan of mojo s brother hazed and infused so i was n t surprised to love this beer . the smell is half of the experience blending pine citrus grapefruit . nectarine . and marajuana though not as much as hazed and infused . mmmmm a smell like none other . besides aroma this is a mighty tasty beer absolutely my newest favorite ipa . it does n t have the typical powerful hop only punch . it definitely gives a big blast to the chops but more because of the other flavors associated with the hops and alchohol abv . . hard to describe i guess just so many flavors going on at the same time . i could drink a couple of these at once but like many highly flavorful beers not my kind of session brew . greatly enjoyed in smaller quantities though .,aroma,1.0,1
another fine brew that viggo shared . thanks eric . oz bottle . sampled nov . pours black and pretty opaque with a thin ring of fine tan bubbles . bit of spotty lace . aroma is great . rich dark chocolate . espresso and coffee . bit of milk chocolate . light alcohol . caramel . toasted multi grain bread and biscuit . bit of cracker . earthy . bit of light citrus . anise . perhaps a touch of molasses . taste is ok. slightly ashy roast and a hint of chocolate but then it just seems to fall apart . the rich chocolate and coffee and nice caramel and malt complexity has almost disappeared . warming alcohol slightly hot . touch of sweetness but not in a nice caramel toffee way . day old cold coffee . lackluster bready character . bit of lagery character almost bock like . wow what a disappointment after the aroma . mouthfeel is nice . medium large body . just over medium carbonation with a touch of sting . drinkability is ok. not very well balanced and the flavour really leaves much to be desired . a shame that a beer that smelled so good did n t live up to it .,aroma,0.9,1
this brew poured a very beautiful dark brown color with some nice red flecks . its pours wiht a nice creamy head that fades pretty quickly leaving a lacey cap that follows the brew down the glass . the aroma on this brew has a bit of caramel and some faint malts . not a whole lot of aroma coming from it . as it sits a bit there is a little bit of a nutty aroma . there is n t much else . though there was a bit of lack in the aroma department this brew makes up for it in the flavor of the brew . it begins with a wonderful blend pale malts which is quickly followed with a nice punch of caramel and cocoa . its not a huge rush of sweetness just enough to give the brew a great balance . it was exceptionally good . i was almost expecting a malt bomb but this brew came out with a great balance and truely excellent brew . the mouthful on this brew is also a another highlight of this brew . it has great creamy mouthful a nice complex flavor and its great pour . i enjoyed it very much this is a great drink . it goes down very well . super creamy and just a great mixture of flavors that refreshes the palate and leaves you wanting more . its got a decent abv allows the drinker to consume a few . great brew,aroma,0.6,1
i am very excited to be reviewing this tonight as i have no recolection of reviewing a barley wine and i have an inexplicable draw to dfh . it poured with a bit of chill haze a bit of a peach orange colour with a finger foamy white head with medium sized bubbles . the head subsided in a few minutes to a thin white frost which leaves a decent looking ring of lace on the sides of the glass . i thought the smell was magnificent . . very fruity and sweet it certainly tempted me . i was not expecting such fruit . the taste too was sweet and fruity but nearly as sweet as the smell which is good seeing that that would probably have been overpowering . there is a bit of noticeable alcohol but at i think dfh did a fabulous job concealing such power . . very manageable to be so strong . the mouthfeel is certainly heavy and quite honestly nearly syrupy but i like it . i do not really have another barleywine with which to compare this one but as simply a beer this is a fantastic brew .,aroma,1.0,1
shared by whiterascal at a tasting . a pours out black with almost no head . s smell is great . bourbon vanilla and coffee . those are the that really stand out . i also get dark fruit and alcohol . t tastes of bourbon vanilla and coffee with hints of toffee and roasted malts . m it has a nice medium body but a touch more carbonation than i would like . d this is very drinkable especially for the abv . i could drink a lot of this .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a deep amber with a nice head and good lacing . smells of hops dominate with citrus aromas lingering in the backround . taste is heavy hops of the american ipa syle with a slightly sweet peak and a very bitter finish . carbonation is perfectly balanced to accent the flavors . an very good brew .,aroma,0.9,1
huge thanks to shrlsu for including this in my secret bunny package . oz bottle poured into my snifter . a body is a nearly transparent bright orange hue that pours with a nice finger creamy white head . head subsides quickly leaving a thick collar and very little lacing in the glass . s what comes through first is a perfect balance of sweet caramel malt and a blast of citrus hops . in the background is a slight spicy hop presence as well . t pink grapefruit orange and citrus upfront with a substantial caramel malt backbone . the finish is all spicy hops as a big spicy hop bitterness blends with spicy hop flavors . at first the bitterness seems almost overbearing and prickly but after a few sips the spiciness really comes through more than the bitterness . m medium to high tingly carbonation and a medium to light weight full quite oily smooth body . d this brew is pretty awesome . brews that emphasize the citrus spicy hop combo are hard to come by and this one does an excellent job with it . really happy that i had the opportunity to try this beer . too bad it is a limited release .,aroma,1.0,1
this was given to me by my cousin who drove down from maine yesterday so i guess it s straight from the source . i m rating this beer ok in my personal beer journal and i m not sure how i can rate this for others . the best way for me to try and describe this beer is if you would take a blueberry muffin ferment it and then bottle it . it has the blueberry taste and the texture of a liquefied muffin . my description is weird i know but just try it for yourself and maybe you ll see what i m saying or just think i m an idiot .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle poured into a sierra nevada imperial pint . . abv no date . a very cloudy golden apricot orange beer flows from the bottle piling up a three finger head . mediocre retention is helped by the foamy lace clinging to the glass just above the beer s surface . s i ll be upfront here i have no clue what yerba mate is or what it tastes or smells like . with that said this ipa has a very interesting aroma of a melon like exotic fruit i can only suggest would be the yerba . pine and earthy hops and caramel malts back it up nicely . not only is this something i ve never smelled before it s also one of the better certified organic brew aromas . t the initial ipa flavor of hops and caramel malts is washed aside by what i assume is the yerba . dry very dry lightly spicy and not so much fruity the yerba imparts an interesting flavor that takes away from the ipa ness of the beer is just a bit too much . m yerba mate is insanely dry . it does n t hit at first but comes in with a delay until you realize a glass of water almost becomes necessary . almost no hop bitterness resides on the finish as this ipa leaves the smooth medium body a quickly disappearing memory in the wake of dry . d awesome and different at first this unique ipa stumbles into the realm of undrinkable due to the beyond harsh dry texture . i m finishing the night with water instead . i really enjoy how different this beer is in aroma and taste but it s just not for me .,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle allowed to warm a little before being poured into my duvel tulip . marron acidifie pours a very deep brown with faint ruby highlights visible under the proper lighting . the tan colored head tops out at about a finger and a half of height and displays decent lacing . head retention is very brief though . the second pour empties the bottle and introduces tons of small brown particles that float on the surface of the beer and stick to the sides of the glass . not very nice looking . the nose is vinegar heavy but also has some notes of tart cherry oak and a mild funkiness . vinegar goes totally over the top once the beer hits my mouth though even having been allowed to warm some beforehand the beer is nigh on undrinkable from the overwhelming vinegar presence . eventually as the beer arrives near room temperature it improves somewhat . the vinegar is still very in your face but there s some semblance of balance with some of the other flavors suggested by the aroma . the mouthfeel at least is decent . a little on the dry side for an brew which one might expect given the critters that went to work fermenting this one . at the same time the carbonation is largely understated and has the beer been a little more full bodied i d call it syrupy but as is slick will have to do as a descriptor . marron acidfie has got to be one of the biggest letdowns of a beer i ve ever had . i ve enjoyed beers from both the bruery and cigar city and i m usually one to like sour beers but this was too tart for it s own good and the last third or so of it will be going down the drain .,aroma,0.7,1
a little or no head and a mahogany body . s smells like raspberries and cinnamon do n t think i ve ever smelled cinnamon that strong before in a beer . t a bit too sweet and syrupy . kind of like drinking really heavy raspberry juice not much beer flavor . m almost completely flat and not terribly interesting . d could n t drink too much of this enjoyably .,aroma,0.8,1
a it s got a nice look to it . s it does have a nice smell of oranges . t you can taste the orange but not really the beer . the beer kick is kind of weak . m it doesnt leave an after taste but it s still a boring brew . d it s not bad but i do n t think i will buy it ever again . i was told this beer was better than oberon but i have to disagree . this is not a bad beer but there isnt much flavor in it at all . it kind of tastes like soda water with an orange twist . i also do not really taste the cream in it . it s not bad just so so .,aroma,0.8,1
might have gotten a bad batch but overall not impressed at all long lasting aftertaste . thick heavy beer . long lasting head about fingers tall cream or off white in color deep red brown in color . had a burnt coffee wood smell with a burnt coffee kick in the face for taste .,aroma,0.8,1
a very nice beer with a deep amber color something near brown the head is tan the carb looks to be not so constant s i really like the smell nuts vanilla very sweet but yummy t almoust like the smell but lighter than expected it shows a medium body,aroma,0.9,1
a nice golden amber . less than a finger in head with pretty good lacing throughout . s fantastic graipfruit aroma with a nice hint of hops . t very heavy fruit character that meshes with the double dose of hops well . also pretty smooth with the right amount of carbonation . m light to medium body the beer goes down smooth . d for a double ipa it is very drinkable . not exactly a session beer but tasty none the less . this was my first pliny the elder and after all of the phenomenal reviews i had nothing but the highest of hopes . after my first attempt at the beer i am impressed but at the same time not blown away or of the belief that this beer is world class . i have had a couple other dipa s on its same playing field that did not receive such rave reviews .,aroma,1.0,1
served cold from a oz bomber . overall i really enjoyed this beer more so as it warmed . the sweetness was more prevalent as it came to room temperature . i would definitely recommend letting it sit at room temp for a few minutes . a mostly clear and very dark pour . almost an reddish oak color very fitting of the oak age i guess . s nothing really distinct in the aroma . the alcohol definitely stands out and the smell reminds me of a good whiskey . t the whiskey aroma definitely comes through in the palate . like i said as it warmed the malty sweetness stood out more and more . throughout the session the beer finished with a sticky sweet fruity alcohol flavor . m a coating almost chewy mouthfeel . almost like a smoothie . delicious . d surprisingly smooth for the abv but you could definitely feel the alcohol afterward . one of the most drinkable barleywines i ve had .,aroma,0.6,1
unibroue tulip glass . pours a medium brown color that appears a solid dark brown in the glass with a finger light tan head . golden brown hues when held up to the light . aroma is stale with a hint of berry . this beer was picked up at reputable bottle shop in grand rapids about a month ago . flavor is an improvement over the aroma . thin and watery with a pleasant syrupy sweet berry flavor . if you drank this with your eyes closed you d be surprised it was black . not much malt backbone .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a bottle into my pint glass . a pitch black hue . about a fingers worth of mocha hued head . no lace . tiny flecks of setiment float through out the beer . s super sweet chocolate is the main thing that i get at first . the beer is sitting a foot away from me and all i can smell is cocoa puffs . upon further inspection there s a good amount of roast black coffee in there as well . t straight up bitter black coffee . maybe a touch of dark chocolate . that s it . m thin body with almost no carbonation at all . d overall there are parts of this beer that work . however they simply ca n t overcome it s short comings . i think i will pass .,aroma,0.8,1
i had this on tap tonight it came out with a nice reddish body under an off white head . the nose was dominated by citrus piney hops and a little sweet malt . if there was a little more malt i think this could be an excellent beer it is good but the malt does n t back up the big hop flavor . the citrus and piney hops dominate and there is a caramel malt background that ca n t quite keep up with the hops .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle that as far as i can tell is n t infected . the first bottle of i opened was a deep dark mahogany that just barely let s light pass through and wears a thick finger tan head on top for a bit . the head fades to a strong ring a thin layer on top and splotchy lacing all around . s really weak . dull stale caramel oxidized roasted malt rotten wood with a metallic afterthought . i would not have guessed that this was put in bourbon barrels . t so much chocolate lots of semisweet chocolate followed by some robust and bitter dark chocolate and slightly astringent cocoa . there is some caramel and toffee throwing in some much needed sweetness in the middle right before you get a full dose of the bourbon . this is providing a great mix of vanilla soft and dry oak a hint of cherry butterscotch and more of that rich bourbony chocolate . i m finding the makers mark and i love it . finishes dry while the bourbon lingers solid . m creamy thickish but not thick yet satisfying . the carbonation is just a bit too high for me . it is prickly which throws off the soft creaminess . the mouthfeel reminds me of cold hot chocolate . d this is quite drinkable i m loving the mouthfeel and then letting it warm and really get those flavors imparted from the bourbon really nicely done . the alcohol is hidden perfectly with no chest burn . this would be a great beer for someone who likes an understated bourbon barrel flavor . it s there but it is n t in your face and lending to the overall flavor versus dominating it . i would n t recommend trying to get your hands on a bottle because not only did they recall all of it there is at least in my experience a chance of having an infected bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
visual appeal very translucent paler gold than pilsner urquell smell pleasant pilsner hop aroma flavor average hop bitterness pilsner like taste but pretty thin mouthfeel extremely thin barely any zing available drinkability i might have a few with some food but i would not drink this by itself,aroma,0.8,1
possibly the best maltese shandy i ve ever had . big thanks to baconsausage for this one . oz gushes a bit but hey let s get this party started . a pale yellow and a big big white head that rises quick . settles into a one finger layer of seafoam with some sticky lacing . s nose is very faint. a bit of lime . hard to pin down . t hmmm . not that bad at first sip . like a limeade some sweet slickness that builds in the finish . ugh i know it s a lime shandy but still it s like chewing on tropical antacid tablets . chalky sweet and shudder inducing . m slick sweet really tiring on the tongue . leaves behind a sludge on your tongue . o still the best maltese shandy i ve ever had . but that s not saying much . did not finish .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from ml bottle into snifter . bottle says best by . a wow this baby is carbonated . opens with a loud pop . pours a nice dark lemony orange with a huge inch frothy white head that takes forever to recede . leaves significant sticky lacing behind clinging to the glass . nice but knocked it down a notch for the excessive carbonation . s very very nice . belgian yeast and sweet breads hit first closely followed by pine and citrus hops . dark dried fruit is in there . cinnamon and other spice in the background . nice complexity and balance here . t a bit jumbled at first . takes a bit to sort out . definite wheat with soft hop notes both pine and citrus come forward first . definite vinous quality . almost tanic . hint of balancing malt yeast and tropical fruit . different and not as nice as aroma . m light to medium body . moderate effervescence . sweetly smooth at first with a dry slightly acidic finish . d another solid brew from boulevard s smokestack series . love the experimentation with style . very drinkable but take your time with this one as you ll want to linger and enjoy it . thanks to kris d for introducing me to this one .,aroma,1.0,1
if you want to taste a spiced butthole i would reccomend this . you are fooled by the nice color and aroma . then that butthole flavor hits your lips . i do n t know what they mixed into the spcies for this but it does n t combine at all . pass on this one grab a mad elf instead .,aroma,0.8,1
well done southern tier looks amazing.smells even better . chocolate cocoa . underlying yeast . goes down smooth with some hop goodness followed by a bitter roast chocolate aftertaste that finishes sweet . a dessert beer if there ever was one . long after each sip i can taste chocolate coating my mouth . awesome stuff .,aroma,1.0,1
picked this up for . at trader joe s why not . bottle says best before august . no problem . tasted october reviewed from notes . pours a bright golden orange color like sparkling apple juice . looks quite dark for a pilsner . half finger whitish head fades fast little lacing . smells rather nice . some warm pilsner malt hops that bring light fresh spice . clean and crisp with one exception there s an odd background aroma though like a hint of apple and a hint of solvent . taste is thin dominated mostly by the pale malts . very little hop presence tastes faded and soft rather than crisp . mouthfeel is fine . thin body watery texture enough carbonation comes in late that i m not disappointed . i ll admit that i often finds pilsners to be rather blah . but this one stands out from the pack in being especially dull . it does n t taste bad but i have few positive things to say about it .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a deep mahogany brown with decent off white head leaves a bit of lacing . s not a ton of scent mostly some dark malts some caramel some sweet chocolate . t malty a bit of the sweet chocolate a touch of caramel . m pretty smooth mouthfeel carbonated good drinkability . overall it was decent very drinkable if nothing else .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance a clear amber orange coloring with an ample head forming upon pour . head retains for many minutes after the pour with lacing begining to form as i watch and smell this offering . i fine carbonation feeds the head allowing the robust head to continue for a fair bit . smell do n t need to bring this to my nose to get a wiff of this bad boy . lively grapefruit bright citrus notes abound . if only this could be bottled and sold as ambrosia . what a lovely burst of pineapple and fruit aromas . so very inviting . taste resin and oily entry coating the tongue with the expected presence of hops to the max . suprisingly the abv is exceedingly well hidden . i almost almost . taste some sweet malt backbone here . perhaps i m reaching however there is a relief here from the hop onslaught . mouthfeel slick and coating as you would expect from a hop bomb . there is a density here with ample carbonation assisting . drinkability the abv is well hidden here giving the feeling that you could continue enjoying these one after another . not sure my taste buds are pretty much nuked after this and anything more mild would have a hard time being noticed .,aroma,1.0,1
a poured in an over sized wine glass . clear copper with a finger white head leaving a corner ring of bubbles around the edge of the glass . very little lacing . s grassy yeast bread with some honey notes earthy grains green apples with some spiciness as well . t malty followed by a spicy citrus . tart fruits pears apples . some cereal and sour grain in the background along with mild alcohol notes . there s also some metal present . it comes through in the aftertaste as well . the finish is tart and crisp . the metallic aftertaste of this beer bugs me . this was an ok biere de garde . it s worth a try though .,aroma,0.9,1
i poured into a pint glass to a couple inches of white head . it is pale yellow in color . the aroma was an immediate turn off . i get a skunked grassy smell . it comes in a green bottle so the smell was expected . the taste is metal sweet malt and finishes a nasty bitter . this is not a beer to be revisited unless it is on tap . i need to quite trying these imported green bottled beer . i do n t think i ve had a good one yet . on tap is a different story since kegs should n t get light damage . of course then there s temperature . . .,aroma,0.2,0
bottle date unk but i ve been assured this is fresh . a pours golden ale with excellent clarity and a single finger of peanut head . this falls slowly to a quilt of the same . ring lacing . not a bad looker . s dank . as . fuck . wow . this was named appropriately west coast sentiment . pine weed citrus weed and pine . when i m brewing i always smell the hops prior to adding them . this stinks like simcoe cascade and centennial if i recall . good shit . t i have been caught off guard . malty superior and balanced . bitter caramel piny resiny citric rinds . . just a hare more bitter than i typically go for . m medium bodied with hi carb . dry finish . like a hint of weness on the finish . o nice brew would likely turn me drunk very quickly . i dig it .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle of the doggie claws purchased from hi time cellars of costa mesa in january . a before i pop the top i can see a full quarter inch of murky sediment at the bottom of the bottle . as i open the bottle there is hardly any indication of carbonation . this significantly viscous beer pours cloudy and still into my piraat tulip and eventually clears up as it warms . the color starts as a mellow peachy orange and deepens to a ruddy burnt orange . a vigorous swirl yields a thin skin of foam the color of white pepper . s a big piney hop aroma cuts through a foundation of malt burnt sugar and sweetened oat cereal with notes of honeysuckle and alcohol and a whiff of blackberries . very promising . t very sweet and tart at first like lemon curd . then there s a strong dry herbal floral note in the middle like the smell of geraniums . the finish is full of earthy herbal bitterness and it lasts forever . through the middle and finish the fruity character changes from lemon to something more tropical notes of pineapple and guava . my tastebuds are tingling a full minute and a half after the first swallow . m this beer could really use more carbonation . the mouthfeel is milky and heavy like tepid canned nectar . it coats my mouth in a way i do n t like very much . feh . d not very drinkable . the bombastic long lasting flavors are side swiped by a lack of carbonation . it was a lot of work to finish oz . of this and i really like big beers . but i m looking forward to seeing what kind of beer this turns into in a couple of years .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle bought for . at mercer qfc in lower queen anne seattle on jan . i ve never seen a beer from spokane in seattle before . i was n t expecting much but this beer pleasantly surprised me . the pour was really murky and there is a significant flock of yeast left in what remains in the bottle . yeast in the bottle is n t necessarily a bad thing but it seems excessive in this case . luckily the aroma of this beer is quite good . a butterscotch maltiness was immediately noticeable and complemented perfectly with floral and spicy hop notes . the malty flavor and body do not disappoint . it s quite bitter and there s a hearty and delicious maltiness . the very present ethanol provides just the right degree of warmer . overall this is a good beer . i will probably buy it again and will be on the lookout for other products from northern lights .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance almost opaque black some ruby hight lights nearly one inch of tan head persistent . aroma alcohol maybe slightly medicinal . taste full malt presence very smooth and round not overly roasty . finishes pleasantly dry not overly so . hides the really well . mouth feel full and pleasant mild carbonation tickles a little at the end drinkability would have two .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured a burgundy color with good carbonation and reddih hues with a small white cap s candy sugar fruits booze t warm hints of dark fruits plenty of sugary sweetness ont he back . this was a m uddy confused beer which did not sit well with me and did not taste even remotely close to some the standard grand crus . i understand the style or lack there of on the cru but this was not tasty . m warm sticky sweet medium to full body d not impressed . i actually drain poured this grand cru .,aroma,0.7,1
a the pour is essentially flat with a few bubbles popping up due to the vigorous pour . s the nose is quite resinous and piney with a bit of bitter grapefruit . there is quite a bit of sweetness as well in the form of caramel and tropical fruits . t the flavor is good but very much impacted by the flatness of the beer . again quite bitter with a definite pine and resin character . the fruits are generally sweet and tropical but overall this is quite syrupy . m flat syrupy and thick . generally not the way i want to enjoy my double ipas . d this could probably be a good beer if it was carbonated in any way . i would definitely steer clear of the bottles of this one and stick to draft servings .,aroma,0.8,1
orangey amber color with a thick foamy white head that sits atop the glass like a pile of whipped cream . this leaves rings around the glass as i drink . aroma is very light and consists mainly of citrus and light hops . flavor is hoppy immediately but not overly so . this is balanced well with a mellow malt sweetness . pine comes through in the slightly dry finish with some citrus notes in the aftertaste . this one was surprisingly hoppy for a pale ale but very well balanced and refreshing .,aroma,0.6,1
poured this beer into a huge goblet . it is a dark orange amber with only a light white line of head . some orange yeast floats on top . smell is full of zest orange lemon hops nothing like a wheatwine i ve smelled before . honey and pepper spiciness too as short s beers always smells great . the green peppercorns shine through upfront giving it an initial peppery taste . it is balanced well with orange juice tartness and tanginess mingling with the zesty hops and light toffee malts creating a distinct and great flavor . lots of grapefruit is brought out towards the end with some warmth . carbonation is fizzy and high though easy to drink even with the sharpness . would pair nice at brunch as a complement to some waffles since it has a champagne dryness similar to a mimosa .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a oz mug pours nice golden orange with a big fluffy pale head . lacing is pretty . smell is bland but malty . slight citrus and pine odors . taste is a muddled maltiness very little hops noticeable . surprisingly mild and hollow tasting . sweet . mouthfeel is thick and full and not too shabby . drinkable not necessarily unpleasant . wo n t look for it again but wo n t turn it down if it s offered to me .,aroma,0.4,0
i m not a fan of just plain bitter ipa s and while this one does have a big dose of bitterness it has more than that . the pour produces a deep gold colored ale with a nice puffy white head on top . the aroma is piney herbal and grassy . fresh . definitely . malt also blends in with some light toasty biscuity aromas . got ta boost the aroma to a . as the wife just came in and asked why my beer smells like ferns and she does n t like beer and was a couple feet away . the taste . .yeah it s pretty bitter . .biting finish . .but it never seems hop juice like because it also has some nice herbal grassy note salong with almost a sweetish maltiness . not my favorite fresh hop ipa but it is impressive in its own way . great hop juice burps.,aroma,1.0,1
bought a . oz bottle of this today from total wine . i ve always liked rye beers so i figured i d give this one a try despite the ten dollar price tag . a it poured a nice dark brown into my dfh pint glass with a huge lumpy tan head . the beer is opaque probably due to the bottle conditioning . it left thick lacing on the glass that stayed for the duration . a very inviting looking brew . s the smell caught me off guard not at all like your typical asa or rye beer . it smells fruity sweet and alcoholic . t the taste is initially fairly sweet with hints of dark fruit . you can definitely taste the rye and the oatmeal in there also a spiciness that reminds me of some belgian beers i ve had . a hint of hop bitterness lingers in the finish . m the mouthfeel is creamy and a bit sticky with a good amount of carbonation . the oatmeal addition gives this beer a thickness not usually found in this style . very nice and unique . d one was definitely enough for me although it went down pretty easy . overall this is an interesting beer worth a try if you can afford to . the style is almost unclassifiable it really does n t taste much like any other beer i ve had although it has elements of many . it tastes good but i would n t want to drink it every day thats probably why its a limited release .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle . pours a light brown with a creamy light tan head that retains well and laces the glass . the aroma is sweet roasted grains and cola . the flavor is sweet sugary nutty malts and cola with some light acidic bitterness in the finish . the mouthfeel is medium bodied with a little sharp carbonation . overall i do n t really care for the sweet nutty browns .,aroma,0.4,0
a dark copper appearance . head retention visible but not prominent . s super hoppy . i love it . t i m having trouble believing this is a barleywine . i know american bws are supposed to be hoppy but hot damn is this awesome . destroys your palate with an intense amount of hops . m aggressive . with ibus you need to be expecting something intense . d strong but drinkable . while it is hard to take big sips it is also difficult to stop taking small sips . summary i was leery about this brew but it is absolutely amazing . i had to try it fresh before i put away the other two i have . i ca n t wait to see what at least a year does on this bad boy . malty goodness here i come .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle bottled on pours a murky orange body with a huge finger bone white head that goes nowhere and laces oh so well . scents of strong tropical fruit piny hops and sweet caramel malts . taste is very strong and bitter more so bitter than having strong flavor . malt sweetness attempts to balance this hop centric brew and does not come close . medium full mouthfeel with amazing carbonation for a port beer usually they are flat very dry akrid finish this beer is more one dimensional being very bitter but having little flavor . aroma is easily the best aspect and this beer is a slow sipper .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle thanks to nate poured into my hill farmstead glass . dark brown pour with a light tan head great thick ring good lacing . the aroma is strong fresh coffee lots of coffee bean a little roast . all coffee but great . the taste is actually really flat . coffee is present but its flat and old . mouthfeel is really light . finish is stale coffee not a big fan .,aroma,0.9,1
served from a oz . longneck w a notched bottled on month and yr. jan. . appearance was cola colored with a decent light fluffy beige head that settled down to inch . fantastic thick lacing . scent was very pleasant with loads of dark roasted earthy malts and chocolate . very rich nose with a touch of malted milk also . the first few drinks showcased the faint smokiness of the malts . i was hoping for the rich fullness of the chocolatey malts to continue through the palate but they really did n t . a nice dryness finishes off the mediocre malty display . mouthfeel was medium bodied with a lot of carbonation for this style . again it finishes with a well placed dryness . drinkability is good . very unintrusive and nothing surprising . a decent porter by all means . probably better suited for a warm weather dark beer escape . the head lacework and scent of this beer were outstanding .,aroma,0.9,1
reviewed from notes appearance orange copper with a finger head smell bourbon vanilla fruity taste sour fruit something went wrong in this bottle mouthfeel mild carbonation medium body overall i think i m going to need to try it again . but sincne i have n t reviewed anything from this company i had to add my review . cheers l the cpj,aroma,0.8,1
my th review . this beer replaces aramis which is now retired . poured from a ml . bottle . appearance pours a nice amber red body kind of like cherry wood with a generous finger head . smell malt caramel burnt . with some toffee and a tiny bit sweet . very good aroma . taste smooth and malty but not too much . bitterness is present near the end but that s pretty much it . a bit of a let down after a very nice aroma . mouthfeel slightly better has a dry feel to it . some not overly coarse malt with a certain spicy finish . some caramel buried in there with a touch of bitterness . drinkability not too bad . i would n t reach for another in the same session but once in a while sounds about right . overall i let this one warm up a bit but found flavors were a little muted . maybe better to drink it colder . appearance and smell were right up there but the taste did n t quite deliver for me . not bad by any stretch but nothing great either . it is a well brewed beer but it did n t do it for me . you decide .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . a nice medium pour yielded a small head that disappeared but there was some really nice lacing around the rim of the glass as i drank . great brown coloring . i m not sure if it was the way i held it or what but it appeared to be a bit darker at the top then it was at the bottom . this had a strong cider smell to it with just a hint of sweet malt . very good appearance and smell overall . the flavor unfortunately was just so so . it had a nutty earthy flavor to it that was just a little heavy in the mouth . there was just a bit of an alcohol bite to it that seemed to grow the more i drank . at first i thought that the alcohol flavor may have been a bit too much to have more than just one or two at dinner but by the time i was towards the bottom of the glass i was ready for more so the drinkability was higher then my initial thought .,aroma,0.9,1
done horizontally with floris apple from notes eye color is more like that of cider tan and extremely cloudy . head is a mix of foamy and creamy some standing bubbles breaking the smooth surface of the creamy foam . retention is n t as good this being a thick blanket is some places and a much thinner poor of cloth blanket in others . nose big aroma of granny smith apples sour apple candy comes to mind kinda like sour apple blowpops . it reminds me of the way that cinnamon apple pop tarts smell . all in all it smells great . overall the aroma is pretty mild not strong but not weak something stronger would be better . more tart than the floris i think also the floris is more like freshly sliced apples delicate and subdued subtle . this is more like applesauce with some spices . floris is more of a pure apple aroma . tongue this one is a bit more tart a bit more sour and drier with less sweetness and less apple taste . the apple that does come through is definitely like granny smith though . overall its much more earthy i can taste that there s a similarity between this and their framboise the actual lambic flavor comes through more . there s more of a wild yeast nature brettanomyces spelling . going on here . however there is less complexity in this beer s flavor than there is in the floris . feel and drinkability this beer is definitely heavier on the palate than the floris it also has a drier finish which compliments the forwardness of this beer s more forground lambic flavor . carbonation feels spritzy . this beer is easy to drink though i think that if i m in the mood for something like this i ll srping for the floris instead .,aroma,0.9,1
i was incredibly excited to get a can of this stuff in my recent trade with tripelhops from what ive heard its basically a can of hops . yes please . the date on the bottom of the can says which is before i got the beer im guessing its a best by date then . ah well close enough . a this one pours a relativity dark apple cider orange red an off white oily head raises to medium height with pretty good lacing afterwards . retention is minimal surprisingly thick looking . s damn juicy in the nose big grapefruit hops and creamy fruity malts . its just what i want in an ipa . light piney tastes and a bit of grainy aromas on the end . love it . t good candy sweets and light drinkable hop bitters on the front of the tongue herbal and a bit funky even . as the palate extends so does the hop bitterness its strong and resiny . grains are dark and a bit roasty with solid orange rind on the end . aftertaste as expected is powerfully dry with a hint of sweet cream . good balanced flavor . m drinkable just like the palate . smooth and refreshing with surprisingly only a mild astringency . o very drinkable a great ipa for the can . grip n sip son .,aroma,0.9,1
a caramel brown color with half finger of head when poured in my oz . snifter . spotty lacing . s tropical fruits dominate . this is like a mix of a belgian tripel and and ipa . very crisp and refreshing nose . t not quite as good on the palate a little too dry of a finish but still a pleasant taste . malty with a subtle piney hop background . m on the thin side and too dry average d nice beer but nothing that stands out to me . i would drink this any time it was offered but wo n t be buying it again,aroma,0.9,1
vintage courtesy of jhop . pours almost totally still a thin ring large bubbles remains around the rim the color is extremely dark brown . aroma of chocolate roasted malt and dark fruits . slight alcohol presence . tastes pretty oxidized . there are remnants of what i am sure was a great beer but this bottle has turned . somewhat chalky finish . bad drinkability . now that my review is finished i am dumping the rest .,aroma,0.7,1
i was very excited to see bottles of this big black voodoo daddy on the new arrivals shelf at d s six packs dogz . poured a thick black totally opaque with a darkish brown head about a finger s worth . the smell was kind of knock out bourbon at first my wife said it smelled like medicine very alcoholic . as it warmed some great chocolate cake dark chocolate raisin caramelized flavors think burnt marshmellow . it reminded me of my dad s bourbon balls very comforting . the taste translated pretty well but the warming boozy character took over a tad too much to compare to the smell still very burnt roasty . the mouthfeel was moderate a little on the thick side but not as rich as the look flavor would have you expect . at this strength the drinkability suffers a little of course . the boozy bourbon quality is overwhelming at first but once it subsides balances out some really great elements emerge . i d imagine this would be a good candidate for aging . i would n t buy it too often pretty pricey but a great gift or special occasion brew .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer poured a very cloudy murky light copper color and formed a huge foamy off white head that coated the glass with lace as it subsided . a medium amount of carbonation is present . an aroma of banana cloves spices and hops . the flavor was of hops clove bread and spices . the body was medium light and the finish sprite .,aroma,0.8,1
bought a single of this to try but grabbed one out of the case next to the shelf in hopes of getting one with minimal light exposure . pours a nice clear golden with an average head that dissapated before i took a drink smelled a bit skunky surprise surprise with some sweetness in there . initially bitter with a touch of skunkiness but the skunk taste exits quickly and a sweet caramelly malty flavor takes over with perhaps some apple cider in the background . hops are also present but nowhere near the level they could be . goes down smooth and as it warms up a bit it gets a tad sweeter with an almost buttery mouthfeel . worth a try but nothing i would seek out again . id hate to try one that was sitting on the shelf next to the lights .,aroma,0.4,0
this poured a clear dark mahogany with tan head . it smelled like earthy dark cocoa and brown malt with burnt coffee and a bit of raspberry . it tasted like stale chocolate covered raspberries earthy brown malt and a bit of copper hops . it was watery with some carbonation and had a sweet earthy aftertaste . overall this beer did not have a very good smell or taste or body . it was drinkable but was somewhat dirty and was not easy to enjoy . i could see some people enjoying this but it really did n t match my personal tastes .,aroma,0.3,0
a murky with a burnt umber color and a frothy head . no noticeable lacing . s aroma is quite muted . there are faint whiffs of vanilla and butter . i would like to have a bit more strength behind the nose . t somewhat sweet with heavy notes of oak vanilla and butter . seems to be more of a traditional scotch ale in that there are no notes of peat smoke . very tasty . m full body with a creamy texture . compliments the rich flavor quite well . d a fine example of a scotch ale . worth checking out for anyone that agrees that it is a style that deserves more attention .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a decent clear golden color with a large foamy white head that sticks around for a little while and gradually dissipates leaving some lacing . smells of corn maybe some other spoiled vegetables in there as well . taste is somewhat metallic and again a lot of corn comes out . lots of carbonation with a crisp feel . as long as it never gets above freezing temperature the drinkability on this is okay . once you start noticing any kind of taste well you took too long .,aroma,0.3,0
holy cow . this thing is intriguing . the mouthfeel is lighter than i expected but the malts . oh the malts . wow . i ve never had an ipa or dbl ipa that was smoky . i mean i ve had rauchbier before and this really reminds me of that experience . maybe not as intense but the smokiness is reminiscent . the maltiness is robust and very roasty like a porter but balanced and managed very very well with the big not floral hops . this a complex beer that develops and changes in the glass in the matter . of well this posting . very stoked . i d put this beer next to the fire in mid november with a good book in a the double stuffed chair . oh my chair is calling me .,aroma,1.0,1
this is usually my drunk beer . if i have drunk enough of oregon s microbrews in a short span of time beforehand this seems ok . otherwise it tastes pretty foul . fortunately even with only one potent ale under my belt this imperial pint just one of the perks of the goose hollow seemed creamy and fresh . it was a very light straw colour with a big foamy head which left some lacing . the nose was its low point . vinegar anyone . i did n t notice the stale flavour this beer sometimes seems to have this time . instead there was a creamy cereal taste the expected bland hops and pleasantly big carbonation . it slid down very easily . then i marched up to vista bridge for a read not a jump .,aroma,0.4,0
i ca n t decide if i like this beer . it s definitely different than any other beer that i have had . slight resemblence to bud light lime but more of a beer taste and bitter on the back end . you can definitely taste both the beer and lemonade . the bitterness on the back end stands out just like a sweet lemonade . the taste itself is decent if you can get used to drinking lemonade and beer at the same time . great on a hot summer day which is what they were going for so i d recommend it .,aroma,0.4,0
labatt maximum ice not very good . strong head butt wnt downhill from their . the body was not impressive . taste was verry strong too strong to enjoy . the aftertaste was like a kick in the face that i did n t need iguess i had to try this because of the high abv it was not worthit,aroma,0.8,1
pours a touch thin but the deepest of deep blacks a creamy tan milk chocolate head that doesnt build much but stays rather well . not much in the way of legs or lacing . the closest thing to bourbon county stout ive ever smelled . a wonderful nose of raisins oak vanilla bourbon chewy chocolate cocoa rum and god knows what else . simply amazing to take in . unexpectedly sweet on the tongue . the opening at this temp is a bit hard to qualify . it ends with a chocolate finish . it seems there are citrus hops that are mixing without dropping a beer with the malt and creating this rather sweet fruity start . finishing with bourbon and a touch of alcohol bite . the mouth as others have mentioned is too thin and not overly exciting . overall im pretty happy with this beer . huge thanks to crushedvol for this extra . it isnt a beer ill seek out again but im very pleased with it .,aroma,1.0,1
i live biking distance from this place . it s the best pilsner made in the usa . if you get it in a bottle it s not as good since they distribute this beer in green bottles and you start to get some skunkey flavors . this is a very grainy pilsner with a slight hop aroma and taste . if you live in the san francisco bay area try finding it on tap at your local pub . if you do n t then go to travelocity.com and book a flight it s worth the trip . this beer is very true to style . that said if you like a hoppy beer then pass on this one .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz bottle from wine source baltimore for a mere . . maybe it s on the older side but that s irrelevant since i do n t know if it ages well and have nothing to compare it to . . a light brown but barely so . appears amber from certain angles . super lacing . . s somewhat woody sweet and mild sourness . i m not all that great at picking out individual scents but there is a lot going on here . . t more malty than anything but the problem is that there is not much going on . reminds me of spanish peaks winter cheer only milder . nuts and caramel i guess . . m smooth a bit bubbly at first but that dies down toward the end . refreshing nonetheless . . d again very smooth so it s easy going down . but i m not sure i would want another one because it s a little too boring .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a clear gold color into my duvel tulip with a towering frothy white head that just would n t quit . impressive carbonation bubbled up from the base of the glass maintaining the head . gorgeous aroma sweet and spicy mild yeast smell that was far from overpowering . taste was quite unique my experience with belgian styles is relatively limited but this was unlike the other belgian stronge pales that i ve tried . very fruity tasting with spicy undertones and again yeast was very understated . overall perhaps the belgian style ale that showed me that i could enjoy belgian styles . i will definitely be experimenting further with this style and well as with russian river .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a light amber with a nice head . appeared a bit cloudy or just really carbonated . hard to tell which really . smells fresh and lightly hoppy . feels acidic and very carbonated . bubbles in the mouth in a big way . i guess that answers the appearance question . tastes plain and ordinary watered down even . slightly sweet tasting without tasting malty at all . leaves a bit of a saccharin bitterness on the tip of the tongue which spreads to include the whole mouth over time . i did n t much care for this one though since it was my first cali common it may just be the style that i do n t like .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pale straw color clear lots of carbonation soapy head not much lacing . smell very skunky smell at first . i could smell some grainy and mild spicy hops but the skunky smell overpowers it . taste sweet grainy up front dry herbal hops slight fruity green apple like in the mid palate bitter at the end . mouthfeel light bodied well carbonated dry and slight crisp finish . drinkability average . not the best pilsner euro lager i had but it s quite decent .,aroma,0.3,0
mysterious interesting looking ml bottle poured into tulip . l thin head and little lacing over hazy light brown . s smells almost exactly like a liqueur filled chocolate . chocolate covered raisins . a little marshmallow . maybe a little more cognac y than rum . t follows the smell m too watery . d high for the type . interesting brew . did not expect this kind of feel for a rhum beer . i would not buy it again unless i found it on tap but i would suggest it to a friend .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle courtesy of footbalm pours a very hazy reddish brown with scant lacing and very little notciable head or carbonation . kind of flat looking actually . smell is well sauerkraut . it dominates the aroma and any sembelence of oakiness or caramel just get lost in the sauerkraut . needless to say i do n t like sauerkraut . taste is significantly better than aroma but still not all that amazing . definte caramel and burnt sugar flavors as well as lactic tartness and there s that darn sauerkraut again . not much oak in the flavor but there is enough to make itself known . some granny smith apple flavor going on there as well . actually if you do n t smell it it tastes pretty good . as soon as you get a whiff of it though . watch out . mouthfeel is limp a fullboddied beer with very little carbonation and an almost oily feeling as it creeps down the back of the throat . overall well i m having a hard time drinking one of these so more than one in a sitting is out of the question . i admit i m a fan of all of the flanders ales i like sour beer . this however just does n t work for me . a fine attempt but perhaps ng should stick with their other amazing beers and leave this one alone .,aroma,0.4,0
a pour is initially aggressive but head quickly fades . brew is brilliantly clear orange with slight pink tint . not much lacing to speak of . head builds nicely when swirled . s very light . much like a miller light . t awesome . great light flavor . nothing is aggressive . perfect for the style . m great . o just as a marzen should be . light . airy . delicious . refreshing . another great can from sfb keep em coming . . .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a thick tan head that lasts for a moderate amount of time . lacing lasts till the last sip . amazing smell coffee and chocolate dominate the aromas with some caramel in the background . creamy and smooth mouthfeel with some crispness from the carbonation . tastes just how it smells coffee and chocolate upfront followed by caramel . finishes bitter and leaves a coffee aftertaste . very balanced stout and easy to drink .,aroma,1.0,1
i dunno a fizzy yellow beer from an alleged craft brewery in their attempt to make a macro . looks just like it pale yellow no head and all aroma was metallic and to use an overused term in my reviews industrial . just smelled like a guy s coveralls who worked in grease and hydraulic fluid . not much in the taste it was n t offensive just a big letdown . no hops lots of carbonation that did n t produce any head no malt just corn it seems . a little bit of sweetness . too pricey for what you get .,aroma,0.3,0
had this last night at for a pack i was expecting something exceptional . the color was a nice clear brown but all of gd s beers are crystal clear so nothing special about that . it did smell really good i will give it that like a boquet of hop flowers . the taste was really disapointing this could really benefit from being conditioned in the bottle not just carbed and poured in . that s fine when it s from a tap fresh but leave a dead beer in the bottle for two months mine was bottled in oct according to the label and uhhhh . .yeah . i did n t see any yeast sediment at the bottom and the beer was so clear it either was n t bottle conditioned or they use a very miraculous strain of yeast . very biting mouthfeel resiny from all the hops . like chewing on hops . a little creaminess at the end maybe but really just jagged cloyingly bitter resinous and biting . flash of green followed by a jolting brown . unpleasant . fairly drinkable i worked thru the two i bought asked the guy to half the pack for me because of the price in about an hour because i wanted to get drunk and it does its job pretty well at abv but i would not drink it again . may try it off a tap if i come across the opportunity . horribly disappointing .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a bright yellow color with virtually no head left once i poured . smell is of grain corn and a slight skunky smell . the taste on this one is initially bitter followed by a slight sweetness and more bittering skunk kind of flavor . body is light and somewhat watery . carbonation is active and somewhat filling . better than the average macro lager .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a pint glass . a pours a hazy amber color with very little head and carbonation . s i get hops pepper and spices i do n t get much malts at all . smells very different than any amber i have had but still smells good . t i get some of the spices and hops but tastes very watered down really disappointing . m straight water . d this is just bad beer i have been disappointed with most of the dark horse beers i ve had and this is no exception . this might be the worst of the bunch .,aroma,0.8,1
like many others i was initially drawn to the packaging . being one who has tasted most lcbo offerings i had to try duckstein . i quite liked it from the get go . it poured a nice two finger width head that lasted for a few sips . it is a really attractive copper colour appropriately named . there was very little lace as one reviewer put it skeleton lace . i found that i was left with a rather tart almost bitter after taste for several minutes which was not necessarily a bad thing . this is a mediumly hoppy beer with a nice fizz . i would highly suggest trying once and doubt that it would disappoint . i would not make this a regular but certainly would buy again .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle purchased from papago brewing in scottsdale az . pours a clear light copper color with a rocky white head . the head recedes slowly into a thin pancake on top leaving thick lacing . smells of citrus and floral hops with small amounts of pale malt . this is a really great nose . tastes not quite as good as it smells but still solid . the citrus and floral hops are there as they are in the smell though less robust . the pale malt has a bit more sway and carries the flavors through until the solidly bitter ending . mouthfeel is good . it s got a nice thickness with solid carbonation . drinkability is good . this is a very easy drinking ipa that i could have more than a couple of . overall this ipa did n t disappoint . smells great and is solid all around worth a shot .,aroma,1.0,1
a brown with bubbly white head which leaves an okay clear ish lacing . s watery yeast soapy . t esters up front hints of banana and caramel checked by herbal hops all ending with nuttiness . the flavors blend together . no surprises nothing super special . m crisp appropriate for the hot weather of rio de janeiro . d yes it s drinkable . straightforward brew . much better than a lot of the popular competition but nothing incredible .,aroma,0.4,0
single bottle has a code but not a date code i could interpret poured into a weizen glass without disturbing the sediment at the end . appearance golden yellow hazy color with lots of bubbles coming up through the beer . huge head that settles down to form and eggshell white foam with lots of lacing . smell a bit musty some hints of banana in there but not as appealing in the glass smell wise as it was when i cracked the bottle . taste apples and white grape muted malt and some of that classic german wheat beer tastes . grapes stronger towards the end . mouthfeel while the carbonation is quite obvious from looking at the beer in the mouth it s not strong at all . very smooth quenching and coating of the mouth all at the same time . quite nice . drinkability went very well with a meal chicken cacciatore and i m thinking one ml bottle is enough for an evening . not my favorite weizenbock but it is good and i think it has potential to work well with a lot of other food . i m wondering though if i stirred up the sediment and drank that too if my experience would be better . i ve had germans tell me this is the thing to do and others tell me i m nuts to do it . but i do notice a taste difference between the two routes so i ll have to try it again .,aroma,0.6,1
when i saw this on the shelf in glasgow i got very excited to try it because i really enjoyed belhaven scottish ale when i had it in the states . this review is taken from notes . i poured my bottle into a standard pint glass stolen borrowed . from a nearby pub . a pours a clear copper with a creamy thick brilliant head of good retention four fingers at first pour . sm absolutely deadly . fresh . very hoppy . t extremely hoppy . cream on the open . clean finish . mf nicely coarse . a bit lacking in freshness . dr i wo n t have it again but belhaven lovers ought to give it a go . for . it s way too heavy . i was disappointed having expected something more authentic and scottish than belhaven scottish ale .,aroma,0.7,1
enjoyed on tap the st. louis microfest in forest park st. louis mo . while talking with a highland s brewing rep she was able to give me the abv . and has ibu s . very informative . tapped from their beer cooler into my oz microfest pilsner glass and enjoy only half of the glass . has a white stone tap with the train and blackberries painted on it . very cool . appearance poured a hazy shiny pale yellow color with a half a finger of white and bubbly head . had decent retention and left only suds at the bottom of the glass no lacing . smell unbelievable aroma . starts with a crushed blackberry blueberry scent or some kind of wild berry smoothie . it hits you from a distance and then when you put your nose to the glass even more scents of fruit come alive . great job . taste has an average wheat taste pale malts and has a slight taste of blackberries not what i was looking for though . mouthfeel light bodied smooth crisp and everything you would enjoy in a american pale wheat ale plus more . overall has a great aroma but falls short with the taste . i did enjoy this beer but am wondering how could they make this better . may alter the ingredients or slightly change the recipe . did not taste the . abv of this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
crikey this poured out like dirty oil out of a crankcase . black as night dark yellow skim on top . coffee and lemon aromas very rich and inviting . thick thick thick mouthfeel . molasses some coffee and a dense and vaguely cherry flavor . java at the back of the throat . sharper and a little richer than storm king if a tad less flavorful and without the fruitiness . in some ways a highly unique beer among beers . bitter as all get out . skoal on this one . it can come off as unidimensional and that is something that can annoy me about some imperial stouts overall .,aroma,1.0,1
natural light . well this beer does n t have too much going for it it s rather bland and has no appreciable color . certainly its aroma is nothing to write about either . but when you take it for what it is a pretty crappy beer that costs almost less than cents per can i think you get more than you pay for . let s face it this beer wo n t be winning any awards but when i was in college and this was all we could afford to get the job done this beer was always there for me . i think it s a gateway beer if you will . when i had one the other day i could n t believe how dissatisfying it was but that s because my taste has evolved . unlike in college i drink beer now because i enjoy it not to get drunk per se . the way i see it to know a good beer you have to know a bad beer too . thanks natty light .,aroma,0.4,0
a dark near black . about an inch or so of creamy tan head dissolves to a thin film that stays throughout the drink . soapy lacing . s roasted grain . bit of coffee that s about it . t m balance of sweet chocolate and bitterness . roasted malts coffee barley . smooth creamy finish . very good . d not as dry as a lot of stouts thus making it more drinkable in my opinion . i was very pleased with this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pretty glass of beer bright clear golden amber w streaming carbonation . frothy white head slumps to a persistant film and lots of lacing . aroma is dissapointing for me note of earth and alcohol and a spritz of grapefruit . doesnt smell like cascade which in its self is a welcome change but not powerfull enough to impress as an ipa . its nicely soft up front with some sugary malt to pave the way for strong hop flavors . high alpha bittering for sure and again intersesting change from the typical west coast ipa profile . chewy wet hay and grass flavors sharp peppery bite on the tongue but little malt body to back it up . hides the very well but the balance is missing in the light medium body . finish is a tasty mix of roof of mouth bitter and side mouth fruit the malt comes thru a bit at the end . a fine session ipa somewhat outside the norm of most left coast breweries .,aroma,0.6,1
excited to try this one have n t had a beer all week . my th review . a not as much foam as i expected . second pour is better but even then i needed some coaxing and a hard pour . decent retention and lacing though not reminiscent of duvel or la chouffe . second pour nice and cloudy . s i am hard pressed to find much in the nose beyond a light pleasant flowery hop . i almost get a little smokiness though perhaps i m reaching . t hoppy similar to rr damnation with a light woodiness and a slight sweetness that s muffled by the hop . belgian phenols there but do n t smack you . no indication whatsoever of . alcohol . f very good softly carbonated and smooth . d appropriately dangerous for a beer named inferno if you were not limited to a ml bottle many could be had in one sitting . very good beer though i feel the appearance and aroma are weak for a bspa .,aroma,0.6,1
a cloudy ulta pale straw . small pure white head that start out quit big but doesnt last long . high amounts of carbonation . s most noticablly wheat with additions of banana grapes rose and coriander . t really tart sour brew . heavy citrus and grape notes up front . grassy herbal taste through the middle . banana finish . wheat everywhere . m super effervesent . very light bodied . too much action going on to want to let it stick around long . d its no allagash white but this will do . surprisingly complex flavor but unassuming . definently better on tap if memory serves .,aroma,0.8,1
maybe one of my top five breweries . i elected to try this over others for that reason . yet again i waited for the last one . the sam adams glass makes for a nice gradient of brown . chestnut with a nice inch head . creamy guiness like . not much smell there . smells faintly english . toasty . nutty as hell . and smooth . dry . carbon . better than i d expected . but not really a marathon beverage .,aroma,0.6,1
pours with a large creamy light brown head . the beer is pitch black even on the corners . smells of carmel mainly with hints of coffee and toffee and somewhat faint . the is much like the smell but much stronger the mouthfeel is like whole milk . overall this is a top notch stout and o e of my favorites,aroma,0.7,1
there s a lot to be said about such a rare and mysterious beer . it pours deep amber copper very clear at first but just as muddy once the large amount of yeast is poured impressive carbonation for a beer that is almost as old as me makes up for a initially white foam that quickly dissipates . aroma is complex vinous hay ish with hints of scotch or cognac appealing old cereals past their prime complements sweet caramelic malt . hints of butter diacetyl . it smells old malt basically . taste is on the sweet side lots of toffee maple flavours with honest hints at wood and resin . very vinous but certainly less intense than the beautiful aroma . once the yeast comes into play it becomes drier earthy with a dirty waters feel . body is light medium and creamier with the yeast poured . the bottom line is that this beer is a truly interesting experience that i m grateful to have had thanks to muzzlehatch .,aroma,0.9,1
i must have gotten a really bad version of this beer . it was very watery for a stout . for a chocolate stout it was even more so . i could have considered it a porter . overall i could not get past this . i was told by my fellow beeradvocates that it was a lot different a week or two ago . i hope so . on a brighter note it still smelled and looked good . it was n t bad . but for the style it needs to take a major hit .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer is a contrast of features a beautiful appearance and a lightly hopped up bouquet barely any hops in the taste though this one is so creamy the taste slips by your palate before you can get the taste . the texture is excellent though almost like liquid silk . but this beer is disappointingly bland . if you do n t like hops and your love creamy ales then this is probably the beer you have been longing for however it just does n t tickle my fancy .,aroma,0.8,1
arrives in a pint glass rich black with a solid tan head . gives a snootful of dark chocolate and sweet dark molasses from inches away truly intense aroma . flavor is gently dominated by the chocolate leans a little toward chocolate flavor extract but nothing definitive . the rest of the beer is solid enough a good stout with full malt and roasted barley pleasantly not sliding into the treacly sweet zone that can make it seem like work ti finish the pint . while i suppose this could be considered a chick beer the chick should be one that already likes stout .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased a pack of nitro cans a treat every stout lover must indulge in every once in a while . this brew poured a deep dark brown almost black but not quite . the head was slightly off white and had a mousse like texture . the cascading in the glass was also pretty impressive got ta love that widget . the nose and over all taste was kind of a let down however . personally i thought the smell was a mix between chalk dust and flat budweiser . it also had a very watery mouthfeel and not much body in the taste simple chocolate and malt and not much else . nonetheless this was a good buy easy drinkin not too expensive and definetely worth a try .,aroma,0.4,0
had on tap at the john harvard s in smithhaven plaza . served in a pint glass . look black body with brown edges two finger mocha colored head with decent retention . actually left layers of lacing on the glass . smell i ca n t really smell anything here . taste follows the nose . not a whole lot going on in this one . hints of roasted malt a bit of sourness but that s all . tastes almost like a watered down guinness . try as i might i am not getting any of my favorite stout flavors . feel medium tending towards thin bodied moderate carbonation some sourness . drink fairly drinkable . wait this is a . alcohol by volume beer . considering how light this is its hard to justify giving it a good drinkability score considering that its less drinkable than many alcohol by volume beers . overall not impressed . not a very good stout by any measure . lacks flavor lacks body and seems like a weaker version of guinness . at . abv i have to wonder if they added any malt at all to this . avoid .,aroma,0.4,0
ounce bottle in a wine glass enjoy by jan a loose white head crystal clear deep gold . s sweet malts pine not that aromatic . t earthy hops bubble gum good malt presence great beer . m the beer leaves a sharp bitterness and a clean finish d at . i would say that there is a fatiguing flavor profile just sharp and flat for me its a one and done type of beer it is lacking a refreshing quality that i like in double ipa s .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a slightly hazy straw orange . not much head for me . smell quite pleasant . flower essence hop oil a touch of malt balances out the smell nicely . taste and mouthfeel much of the same that is in the smell is evident in the taste as well . hop oil stands out for some reason . pretty smooth then ends bitter . the hops give this lager a near ipa character . not sure if that s because this one had sat around for a while though .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased from my local safeway in san mateo ca appearance pours a nice golden color with a inch white head and fair lacing . smell mmmmm nice floral and citrus scents hit you right away . lots of bitter hops also in the mix . taste at first it seemed a little watery but as i kept sipping it became clear that this was a good ipa . citrus and hops abound . not too harsh but about what you should expect out of an ipa . very tasty . mouthfeel nice carbonation level . hops are not huge so it does n t burn going down . drinkability as with most brews from humboldt this one does n t dissapoint . very yummy beer that i will be buying again .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a nonic old fezziwig is a very dark ruby with a small khaki head leaving light lace . smell is very spicy orange ginger and cinnamon as mentioned on the label and a bit sweet . taste is plenty spicy and not sweet at all more roasty some toffee and a bit acrid . a hint of the orange but the spices come of as a more generic peppery spice then the flavors of them and seems mostly ginger lingering on the aftertaste . mouthfeel is creamy medium bodied . drinkability is low as this is n t to tasty and the spices are overwhelming in spite of the lack of distinct flavor . i recall liking this better then i did maybe better served cold rather then cellar temp as i did today .,aroma,0.8,1
purchased as part of the winter sampler pack . poured from oz . bottle into globe glass . a pours a cloudy gold orange color with a thin head . some lacing . s fresh smell of citrusy hops . grapefruit grassy . t unfortunately not as good as it smells . it has an odd bitter taste that stands out even above the hop bitterness . muted tastes of citrus and hops . m thin watery not very fulfilling . d overall not bad in a pinch but there are numerous ipa s that i would select over this one .,aroma,0.8,1
ounce bottle brought to the belgian beer party by some anonymous gentleman if you are out there thanks for sharing poured into my chimay goblet reviewed from notes on my phone a not quite black very dark brown minimal inch bubbly light tan head went away almost immediately no lacing or legs s couple different kinds of chocolate and slightly roasted malts brown sugar hint of coffee and other sweetness t bitter chocolate at the beginning and is a little light for a beer with pure nibs roasted malts in the middle more cocoa in the finish but not much to talk about more dry and then sweet at first and then changed to the opposite once it warmed some caramel and raisins came out later on m roasty and sweet mouthfeel thin body that is pretty watered down overly carbonated for what it is d could not drink more than a few sips of this too rich and nothing else really going on might as well have chocolate candy or a milkshake same amount of cocoa and it will taste better not smooth second experience with the new side project series from terrapin did not expect a lot from this one and did not get it interesting concept but it did not really work for me would not drink again might be worth trying,aroma,0.8,1
medium color . a bit surprised i was expecting a much darker ale considering it is labeled as a brown ale . oh well looks arent evrything just ask my wife she married me anyway . i honestly am getting nothing from the nose here.maybe hints of cascades or centennial hops but not much in the malt department . taste is a different story burst of ctrusy hops backed by an adequate malt presence . interesting take on a combination of two styles ipa and a brown ale . the ipa part dominates,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bottle into a tulip glass . pours a very light orange yellow color with a huge finger head . unmistakenly clear with a golden yellow apple color . the lacing is ridiculous on this thing too . aroma is great . i really get a spicy sage aroma on this one . basil thyme parsley on the backend . a sweetness from the herbal notes really plays perfect with this one . really a perfect nose . taste is spot on too . really has that nice spicy floral herbal thing going on here . full bodied saison with a nice oily back note to give this body . mouthfeel falls a bit short as the carbonation is lacking a bit . herbal oils take away from the crispness of this slightly . drinkability is high . very delicious and does wonders with food . wish this came in larger format bottles for sharing .,aroma,1.0,1
this is one very impressive fresh hopped apa . i ll come right out and say that i m more familiar with the overly hopped fresh hop dipa s and ipa s that have dominated . hop trip brings something incredibly unique and fresh to the table . gorgeous appearance . medium to light amber body . great lively carbonation and thin sticky white lacing . right on for the style . intense aromatics on this one . ungodly amounts of fragrant dank hop nugs . tons of nuances . dominated by high quality marijuana notes . the closest thing to smelling pot without it being pot . pine needles galore like walking into a christmas tree factory . undertones of juicy citrus grapefruit and orange . absolutely flawless one of the best smelling beers . period . taste while not quite matching up to it s high expectations set by the incredible aroma . holds it s own quite well . great hop presence and mouthfeel straight from the get go . slick and resinous with some nice hop oil coating your whole palate . i love the mouthfeel the fresh hopping brings it just slides right over your tastebuds . allowing you to fully appreciate every nuance and tempting you to take the next sip . it literally slides right down your throat . i d say beyond dangerously drinkable . it s like it drinks itself . the complexity envelopes your entire experience . notes bounce around and include slick hop oil tobacco grapefruit pine earthy malt resinous sap . finishes very nicely leaving all those notes slowly receding with a twist of bittering and balancing between the fresh hops and the raw earthy malt . in conclusion we have one damn fine beer here . there is just so much here you could drink this every day for a year and you would still find different nuances and things you would like . deschutes at their finest .,aroma,1.0,1
this bottle was brought back from my one and only estonian friend . first thing i noticed upon writing this review iis that abv is listed as . the bottle listed the abv as . a dark brown meager head tolerable lacing . s the best component of this beer gratifying spices on top of a light roasted malt . t the taste holds up to half the smell . still enjoyable but tastes were not exhibited as i thought . mellow coffee like roast with a softhearted spice and sweetness afterwards . m light bodied low carbonation but easy drinking . d good smell and its light make for easy drinking but i would prefer more commanding flavors and spices .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to jwc for this one cheers joe . pours a slightly effervescent gold bronze with fingers of ivory head . crazy lacing head retention s crisp grapefruitty hops biscuitty malt a kiss of booze t biscuitty malt honey malt passion fruit a ton of grapefruit pine up front . sticky toffee pineapple . finishes with honey malt booze loads of grapefruit mf chewy with medium carbonation some creamyness nice warming sensations drinks really easy for the style abv but this truly is a wolf in coyote s clothing . great dipa . maybe the best i ve had in a long while . not a huge fan of most beers with amarillo but this one is artfully hopped .,aroma,0.7,1
this beer was poured from a bottle into an american pint glass . the beer poured a hazy orange yellow with about an inch and a half thick white foam head . the lacing left a ring of white foam around the top of the glass after the first sip . the head shortened but remained until the last sip . the smell was fruity sweet and slightly hoppy . the taste was good . fruity and slightly sweet with a bready hoppieness coming over the top . finishes slightly bitter . the mouthfeel was good . medium bodied with good carbonation that left a hoppy bitter slighly spicy film . this is a good summertime beer . could drink quite a few of these but falls just outside the session category due to the abv . i recommend this beer as a great example of the american ale .,aroma,0.6,1
juju . the power of distraction and charm . or something like that . the beer is a really pale golden yellow reminicent of apple juice . a fizzy white head does lace a bit but is underwhelming . an acrid smell a little like old fruit or wine . not exactly appealing . like the flavor a lot strangely . the ginger does n t show itself until the finish in which that unique bite takes hold . the flavor goes through a really sweet cane sugar style malt . fizzy feel a little unbalanced but refreshing for sure . hold your nose and dive in . and once the taste kicks in it is a nicely delivered beer . however i feel it is not one i d want to fill my belly with . one is enough .,aroma,0.3,0
pale golden color with nice frothy white head . nice consistent lacing along the glass and a balanced aroma of hops and malt . significantly hoppier taste slightly salty . brisk and refreshing mouthfeel though a bit smoother than its american brothers . brings to mind fond memories of brick oven pizza .,aroma,0.9,1
this is n t world select it s select . so what s the difference . heck if i know . this beer was seriously unimpressive . thick bone white head on top of what looked like regular budweiser with extra yellow no. . smelled like . sweat socks . stronger malt flavor than the regular bud heavy corn sugar sweetness and very mild practically nonexistent hop flavor . good lacing down the glass and no aftertaste at all . the vitamin water of american beer except without the vitamins . if you want taste.get it somewhere else .,aroma,0.2,0
poured aggressively into a dfh snifter like thingy glass . i guess you can call it a goblet since it s not quite a chalice . anyway i was rewarded with a pretty nice head especially for an old ale that was cream colored and promised to stick to the glass . you get a whiff or raisin as soon as you pop the top but in the glass it changes to more of a rum note . some sense of red wine and smoky molasses . cocoa is also present as the malts exert a roasted smell . very rich and complex nose . very nice . the taste disappoints after enjoying the smell . the flavors are sweet but weaker than i expected and do n t carry all the complexities of the nose . rum raisin is still present but cocoa is gone . the malts take on more of a burnt flavor rather than roast . it s as if someone overcooked the sugar and burnt the caramel . i know i ve done it and this is what it tasted like . it does have that sort of old leather couch and side table with smoking pipe in an ashtray feel to it . only way i can describe it . you either get it or you do n t . but the mouthfeel is too light for an old ale but it is pretty smooth . there is little presence of alcohol warmth . it makes it a lot more drinkable than most old ales but that s not the goal of an old ale . you re meant to sip these . since the body can thin out as it ages i do n t see this improving much with cellaring . maybe the complex aromas in the nose would impart into the flavor . that would be a plus . and mellow out that sensation of burnt malts . i do really like this beer but not as an old ale . if they did n t have old ale written on the label i would have given a higher rating as i would not have reviewed against the style .,aroma,0.9,1
pint fl oz . dob stamped near bottom of bottle . poured into trois pistoles snifter . appearance small barely offwhite head with low retention and fairly poor lacing . orange bronze body . smell strong sweet vanilla smell . maybe popcorn or rather popcorn flavored jelly bellys . smells more like candy than beer . but in a good way . does n t get a perfect score on smell though cause i m not really picking up any pumkin character . taste tastes how it smells . plenty of alcohol underneath the whole thing . mouthfeel somewhat creamy but still a bit too watery for what i d like it to be . the alcohol is somewhat solvent . overall drinkability decent novelty beer . would n t get again .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle poured into a nonic . best by feb. . a pours a clear orange color that produced a decent white foamy head with decent retention . minimal lacing . s a very fruity aroma with fresh orange peel and lemon . a very vibrant fruit driven profile with hints of a hay wheat dryness . t same as the smell only more subtle and subdued far more dry wheat in the profile . m a good carbonation level . a present bitterness distracting you from the other flavors . d a decent witbier . some off flavors but otherwise enjoyable and easy to drink . not really what i would want for the wintertime however so i find the name and time of the year this is released rather odd . this is more fitting the spirng summertime better .,aroma,0.9,1
stopped in at the wine seller in williamsburg to find something nice for my th review . i d been meaning to try b.o.r.i.s . for a while now and figured this was the perfect time . it being degrees outside did n t hurt either . poured into a snifter . a dark brown coloration very thin fizzy head which disappeared quickly . laced in attractive layers . s oh my one of the most delicious aromas i ve ever experienced . sweet oatmeal chocolate and roasted malts . i just sat for a few moments taking it all in before sipping . t initially quite boozy but after the burn fades a cyclone of flavors hits the tongue . very sweet with nice toasty qualities and the perfect amount of bitterness . complex and yet not overly so . m full bodied nice carbonation level dry finish . d fantastic stout . definitely worth seeking out . it took an hour or so to finish the oz bomber and afterwards i felt like i d eaten a four course meal but i would definitely like to enjoy another sometime soon .,aroma,1.0,1
from my secret santa cartdan thanks again . first time ever for a blue bottle ml . pours a mahogany brown but a lifeless head and no lace what so ever . classic aroma of caramel hops spice and malt . quaff is surprising also cloying thick sweetness finishing with a medicine chocolate and vanilla . thank goodness for the bourbon barrel aging to add some kick . a true sipper i still ca n t believe the sweetness of this brew more hops next time .,aroma,0.8,1
the wife and i stopped by upright today and got a couple of these on tap . i still ca n t get over what a deal these guys serve beer at . for a ounce glass of a barrel aged sour we paid a piece . the beers arrived in a couple glasses with no head and a light beige wispy ring on top of what misty called champagne diamond liquid . i call it pepsi brown . at least on tap this is crystal clear . the smell is funky lemon and a hint of the pepper corns . there is no indication that this is a brown ale . taste is great . sour cherries lemon leather and saison yeast dominate the palate . the spice comes through on the soft palate on the finish and a mineral like bitterness that when suggested could be pomegranate seeds lingers in the aftertaste . mouthfeel is moderate and a little gummy . drinkability is easy and refreshing . i would have this again and probably will . darker sours are not a dime a dozen and if in the mood for one this will hit the spot . recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
bronzed pumpkin bread orange body with a big off white head that settles to almost nothing . aroma of toffee caramel and apple . tastes light and fruity with small amounts of caramel and a strong mineral presence followed up by respectable hopping . aftertaste has an unpleasant sweet chemical problem . taste doesnt really fit the style lacks in malt character particularly bready malts and lacks bitterness or any sort of balance with the sweet fruit . this is not a bad beer but its not a great esb .,aroma,0.7,1
puchased a cl corked bottle from the wine afficiando in perrysburg oh . poured an amber color into my goblet with a single finger head that quickly dissapated leaving slight lacing on my glass . moderate carbonation . smelled of carmallized apples and alcohol . nothing extraordinary . i enjoyed the taste . sugary malts and carmel followed by a slight alcohol warmth and pleasant aftertaste . had a nice texture not too heavy or thin . carbonation was well balanced . i choose this one for my after dinner sipper and was not dissapointed . ca n t foresee wanting to do more than a bottle of it but for my purposes tonight it s just what the doctor ordered . tigers angels top th,aroma,0.6,1
not particularly a favorite style of mine but this is n t a bad example . has a bitter crisp malty taste . sort of an orangeish yellow color with little white head . felt a bit watery . overall its not offensive but it s also not one i d go out of my way to get again,aroma,0.9,1
a blonde ale with white head that fades . there is aroma of mint not sure where this comes from yeast and some hints of spicy hops . the flavor brings this on in full spirit . i just do n t get this one . i rarely say it but too dry too carbonated and yet not awful . there are just too many interesting and tasty elements in this one . i want to dislike it but there s something here that makes me interested .,aroma,0.3,0
ml bottle a clear golden under a huge white head . good lace and good retention not surprising with the huge head . s a bit of brett and a nice floral fruity mix . some hay and pear . slightest hint of pepper . very good . t taste a bit spicy bitterness is mild not picking up a whole lot of funk but some there i think it gets slightly lost in the bitterness . alcohol is apparent despite the low abv . some fruit . m d body is super light high carbonation that holds up well . drinkability is pretty good . i could see drinking this on a warm day very light .,aroma,1.0,1
i got this in a beer of the month club and thats the only reason i m drinking this beer because it showed up to my door for free . a poured a yellow color with a white head that fades very quickly s is of sweet grainy malt and alcohol t this is just a flat out bad tasting beer sweet fruit flavors and alcohol coat my tongue m this beer has a medium body with medium carbonation to it d stay away from this shit do n t waste your money on it horrible beer thats about to be a drain pour stay away,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a clear oz . bottle . has a golden color with a inch head . smell is overwhemingly of peaches maybe a hint of dragon fruit very sweet . taste is rather mild some peaches not much to it at all . feels light in the mouth and is very drinkable . overall as far as light beers go this one is better than most .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz . can into a kruovice pilsner glass . appearance pours a translucent pale golden color standard macro lager territory here . has a very thin fizzy head that dissipates almost immediately and leaves no discernible lacing . smell very metallic and grainy with almost a sour smell . one of the few beers i ve had that actually smells bad . taste grainy and slightly sweet . almost no hops to speak of . really not a whole lot going on here . mouthfeel like fizzy water . drinkability blehh . this beer is terrible . i would actually rather drink american light macro swill than this abomination . this beer clearly serves only one purpose inebriation . do n t even bother . there are better tasting beers to get drunk on .,aroma,0.2,0
a cloudy pale brown . small head and a bit of lacing . not much to look at . s wonderful fruity belgian goodness . caramel malty dubbel is a smell warms me up even on a hot evening . allagash has some of the nicest smelling belgians that come to mind . t oddly enough the taste is fleeting . it has that bitter dubbel caramel flavor but it vanishes too quickly . m medium mouth feel and thinness keeps flavors at bay . d this is good . a good dubbel but this is no westmalle which is near perfection in brewing .,aroma,1.0,1
strong hoppy aroma with a floral hint . copper color . pours with a nice thick head that shows great retention . delicate bubbles leave good lacing too . medium bodied and bitter with a crisp dry finish . smooth and refreshing . the light carbonation makes you want to savor it and swish it around in your mouth . this is a good beer you can see why it s their flagship and you could easily drink it all night .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from bottle into pint glass . a very dark amber for the style . white head that quickly dissipated . solid looking brew . s not much on the nose which i took to be a good thing as it does not look like i got a spoiled bottle . little malt apparent but really not much there at all . t m maltiness up front with thin finish . there is some toastiness that picked up just briefly as well . carbonation a little high for the style and diminishes the mouthfeel . d on the lower end of the oktoberfest totem pole . rahr seems to make average to slightly below average brews for the most part .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance nothing special here . just a light straw color typical of aml s smell corn maltiness and a slight hop aroma taste this is one of the better macro lagers out there . it is n t to light and has a little body to it . there is n t anything special about the taste just your typical lager . drinkability if it was a choice between this and a bud miller or coors product i would definitely choose this leinenkugals original . it has a bit more body that typical macros and is refreshing .,aroma,0.4,0
purchased at bruisin ales asheville nc . . . ml green glass capped champagne bottle . side label says best before end m arch . opened at degrees my cellar temp . pours a crackly thin medium reddish brown with lighting fast tan head . nose immediately smells like skunky euro hops green glass . but it blows off a little . very perfumed smelling with some candied fruit notes and a lot of wild flowers lily notes . some pale caramel aromas sneak through . palate is very light and surprisingly crisp . very low carbonation almost none really . some thin caramel notes a sugary candy like sweetness something like orchids and there s definitely some pilsner malt in there . hops are flowery and not bitter at all . notes not impressed with my first achel experience . i was expecting this to be a lot bigger in body and mouthfeel but found it to be rather thin and watery flabby . like the second runnings of something like cuvee van de keizer blauw . it s sweet without the usual malt body to justify the residual sugar level and the lack of carbonation is concerning . tastes rather like sweet tea . bad bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
i ve had quite a few different brands of pumpkin ale but by no means am i an expert . this is one of the more unique brands i ve had and that is neither good nor bad . the appearance is a burnt orange very clear.the smell has a faint hint of nutmeg and alcohol . there was not much head when poured into the glass . the taste was a bit overwhelming . maybe too strong for a pumpkin ale at least as compared to other brands . the strength of the beer seems to drown out the pumpkin and pumpkin related.nutmeg allspice etc . flavors . this is coming out more negative than i d like . this is a good beer maybe too strong for the style though .,aroma,0.9,1
the color is a light amber orange and little cloudy . it has very little carbonation . the head that does form is creamy and clings well . the aroma is great . lots of citrus and pine notes . under it a bit of yeasty bread . first sip starts sweet . but then the hops kick in . lots of bitterness . the citrus flavor of grapefruit and orange peel is present . lots of pine wood . in the back and on the breath is more citrus . i do n t get a lot of bread or yeast . the bitterness lingers nicely on the tongue . really it s missing more carbonation . it is a bit flat on the tongue . overall a very good and strong ipa . perhaps i got a bad bottle without enough carbonation . otherwise it would be stellar for a big ipa .,aroma,1.0,1
this disappointing beer was not what i was expecting . perhaps it was a bad bottle but i do n t think so . it s brownish amber and faintly murky with a smallish off white head that soon dissipates to a wispy ring and top . the aroma is old apples stewed prunes bread crust and leaves all a bit muted and muddled but not bad . the taste is much worse and seems just old acrid and flat . it is mostly just old leaves and apples with a sharp rough alcoholic quality . the overall character is very flat .,aroma,0.7,1
ml can . abv degrees plato brew date aug. best by aug. appearance color is dark brown with a slight reddish tint . two fingers of dense tan head which had great retention but left little lacing . smell only a slight sweet smell reminiscent of corn was detected . taste roast malt predominated slightly sweet absolutely no bitterness notes . not complex at all . watery . mouthfeel light to medium with a lot of carbonation on the palate . sweet finish . overall actually not as bad as my notes above may indicate . it is drinkable just that it s a one note beer no subtleties . goes down easy good with salty snacks .,aroma,0.4,0
a huge dense head . took forever to start to subside . s nice lambic like smell . barnyard funk sour sharp . really delicious smell t very tannic finish . almost too much . not as sour as the smell suggests but very nice . lots of flavor going on . huge range . i d love to see an aged bottle of this beer . bet it would be great . it is already pretty darn good . m lots of carbonation . finish is somehow dry with a slight slick taste in the mouth that hints at some sweetness . o this may be one of my favorites from j.p. and i really like all of their beers that i have tried . very very nice . i may have to find a bottle or two to lay down for a while . i m sure it would continue to improve .,aroma,1.0,1
picked up a bottle at julio s liquors in westborough ma a jet black . minimal very dark tan head . opaque . the beer has legs it is visibly viscous . s strong raisin plum ester aroma . some resiny hop aroma comes through as well . overall the aroma profile is bittersweet with some good vanilla notes . full of alcohol aroma . an impressive nose . t mouth puckering bitterness is the first thing i noticed . raisin ester flavor is strong . intense bittersweet malt flavor . roasty . sweet alcohol flavors . the beer has a dry finish . mf very thick and chewy . low carbonation . alcohol warming noticeable . dry and bitter but not astringent . d notes this is very good . the type of beer that bas help move to the best of list .,aroma,1.0,1
off the cask at american flatbread on this beer was a deep garnet color . the head was cream colored one finger and displayed retention as a thin cap . the lacing was weak . the aroma was of roasted malt coffee smoke and hints of chocolate . the flavors were quite washed out for a porter starting nutty i tasted hints of dark fruit smoke and toasted malt . but there was no depth and i kept thinking something must have been wrong with it which was only made worse by the casking process . rock art should not be producing a beer this weak . the mouthfeel was watery the body medium and the carbonation soft .,aroma,0.8,1
i have a hard time with this stuff and i m trying to keep in mind of how it s made for a hot and humid climate . appearance very light colored nothing special . very little head . smell ew . just gross . corn and alcohol which should n t be true for something only . . taste not bad not good not pleasant . it is just kinda there . small taste of beer mostly watery . mouthfeel bad aftertaste no good flavor lingers on . drinkability so bad that i ca n t drink another . maybe if i had just mowed a lawn or was at the beach . but at a party or anything other than that no way would i drink another .,aroma,0.2,0
looks exactly like a wit should . hazy very pale colour good head . smells like candied orange light malty sweetness hint of coriander lots of sweet orange tastes like it smells sweet orange candy up front but fades to a very dry finish . odd bittering slight astringency . no yeast character or hops . mouthfeel is spritzy yet slick finishing very dry . an odd combination but it works . good drinkability but a bit too orangey for large volume consumption,aroma,1.0,1
vintage look the beer pours a dark brown color with no head smell chocolate vanilla caramel and bourbon taste overly sweet dark fruits and alcoholic . bourbon is very much present but the alcohol is sharp and disturbing mouthfeel medium body with low carbonation overall the beer could have been so nice could because the alcohol is so badly hidden that i can hardly distinguish this with a bottle of pure ethanol from my work . after the sour version i will not try this beer again .,aroma,0.9,1
this was a mixture of high s and low s for me . the appearamce was the strong point with it s nice orangey amber color and the off white fluffy head . after that it went down the preverbial crapper . just the thought of the taste and smell makes me cringe in horror . the smell was of old stinky feet and rancid puke . seriously . i could find a little hint of some all spice in there but it was then quickly bludgened to death by the horrid smell . the taste was quite similar but the stinky crap was still there . if you drank it while you held your nose it was n t so bad but i do n t want to do that when i drink beer . i drink beer to taste and smell everything it has to offer so i can fully enjoy it . the mouthfell was a little creamy but still had the sting of carbonation . again this is some nasty stuff . i could n t finish it maybe it was a bad bottle but it was horrid .,aroma,0.2,0
a medium cranberry color but richly filled the glass when the last of the bottle was poured . i intentionally did a slow pour to help keep the sediment in the bottle . no head at all . s soo tasty . a tart cherry with a hint of cranberry and raspberry . sour wild yeast . cherry soaked oak . everything i d hope for in this style . t holy sour . and tart . but not really funky at all . and not as richly cherry as i d hoped . it s a much more reserved drier cherry flavor and much less fruity or even juicy sour . makes my mouth pucker with every sip almost like lemon juice . not at all the juicy sour of consecration . m relatively thin bodied with ample carbonation . not really champagne like . it s more the texture of a flavored seltzer water than anything else . d pretty challenging . it was only a ml bottle and yet i was very happy i was splitting this with my wife .,aroma,1.0,1
this brew poured an orange amber color with a nice thick head that fizzled down after a while and left a tiny bit of lacing . you can see the carbonation rising in this one . aroma was of pumpkin pie baked bread and sweet sugar caramel with slight hoppy scent . very light taste mainly due to the carbonation . hints of paprika almost . seemed a bit watered down with very little sweet malts and almost no hop edge to it . a very mellow mouthfeel to this one not too spicy or cloyingly sweet . has the mouthfeel of a light beer very watery and carbonated . pumpkin undertones do not stay for very long in the aftertaste . easily drinkable but lacks much flavor . i would probably pass on this beer unless somebody gives it to me .,aroma,0.8,1
this was the first anchor beer i had that i did n t like . it looks pretty good amber with a medium off white head slowly shrinking to a foamy top and leaving some weak lace . the aroma is pretty nice with lots of grain some hay and crackers a hint of dust and yeasty dough light earthy piney hops hints of sulphur and fruit . the taste and body though are weak . it s rather bland with a thin grain taste in the finish and aftertaste only and otherwise practically tasteless aside from faint thin malty sweetness completely dominated by bland sharp bitterness .,aroma,0.8,1
an interesting beverage . comes in an interesting bottle capped and corked . pours a hazy red with a pink head . smells of cherries little else . still very appealing . not at all like other cherry beers that come off like cough syrup . taste is like soda . sweet cherry soda . very sweet with a fair bit of acidic tanginess . like cherry soda . not really my thing and really rather lacking in complexity . mouthfeel is about the same . it s rather light bodied and light ish carbonation but the tangy acidity makes it brighter than you might expect . drinkability . sure like cherry soda .,aroma,1.0,1
i m not sure why people drink na beer . this one in particular . it s smooth enough and very drinkable but thin . no smell to speak of . it is awfully plain on the tongue .,aroma,0.2,0
excited to try this one . love bananas and beer . appearance very pretty color kind of a crisp orange . but lacks carbonation and looks a bit watery . smell smells like a banana laffy taffy . also get some pumpkin spice aroma in there too . taste where d the banana go . very smooth mellow flavor with a slight jolt of spice at the end . banana not as prevalent in the taste as it is in the smell though . still good though . mouthfeel not nearly enough carbonation . a little watery at first but has kind of a filmy chunky finish . strange mouthfeel . drinkability despite the mouthfeel this beer is quite drinkable . nothing offensive in the flavor just not what i expected .,aroma,0.9,1
poured out of a . l bottle into a dogfish head snifter at room temperature . a dark leather maple syrup brown with light sand color of the inside of an almond two finger head that leaves strong lace high on the glass . held to the light a bit of ruby glows in the edge . s the aroma is forceful sweet butter nougat hazelnut and almond liquor amaretto fig sweet nuts dark cherry vanilla . almost an amaretto stench . t tangy up front highly carbonic muted sweetness much as in the nose delicate but rich nuts light molasses vanilla all warm soft and lightly sweet nuanced dynamic but flavor light . finishes with slight herbal bitterness and subtle spice fading to bread and disappearing with warmth . m immediately struck by high carbonation medium light density which ends dry . d i feel like the prior is all nose little bite besides carbonic . a delicious dubbel but with such rich aromatics the flavor in the mouth leaves more to be desired .,aroma,1.0,1
i am sampling a chilled brew in a pint glass . the beer pours an impressive brown black color with no light escaping . a rich creamy tan head foams up easily with some cascade action . the latticework that exists as i drink is very tight and the head sticks around throughout the sampling . aroma is surprisingly mild with light roasted malt and espresso scents a hit of grassy hops mixed in too . beer exhibits a silky texture but not huge body that i expect . very gentle rolling carbonation and mild flavor too . some roasted malt and some cheerios flavor mixes with a bit of chocolate and some grassy hops . a very drinkable brew that is tasty and smooth but not as robust as expected .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance is a dense dark brown black hue thin layer of tan foam sustains moderate lacing smell is delicious big roast malts hints of nuttiness coffee chocolate as well dark fruits cedar like wood slight tinge of sugary bubblegum light booze taste is mostly roast malts with backbone of nut flavors dark chocolate and light coffee tones opens to toffee dark fruits raisins figs and grassy hops the wood flavors are subtle in the background finishes sweet with slight alcohol burn that lingers mouthfeel is full bodied dense and chewy malt texture moderate carbonation drinkability is fair this is one tough brown ale at the specialty wood does a good job of accenting and not dominating the flavor profile the stiff alcohol presence puts this in the range between traditional strong ale and sipping dessert beers a nice treat for brown ale fans,aroma,1.0,1
served on tap at henry hudson s nw houston . a dark brown very clear . reminiscent of a shiner bock which is no surprise . s extremely light nose . i get a whiff of something vaguely malty and . and . nothing . one of the weakest smelling beers i ve ever encountered . t once again reminiscent of a shiner . a little watery ok make that a lot watery decent toasty malt in the middle almost no hops . like a shiner with less hops if that s possible . m goes down easy it s watery thin and not too carbonated . i ca n t hate the mouthfeel too much . it reminds me of a bottled guinness before they had the little nitro doohickeys in the can . d pretty drinkable for a session beer but it just is n t a very rewarding beer . next time this is the best available choice on draft i ll probably just drink vodka and keep my money away from a b .,aroma,0.3,0
sampled at the north clybourne location by the time this five ounce sample arrives it like most of the others brought to our table has almost no head . it has a deep coppery crystal appearance and an invitingly crisp sweet floral scent . i take a taste and am rather surprised by the strongly metallic bitterness . it s very astringent but not all that complex which to my way of thinking is a bad combination . the bitterness has a woody aspect but the metallic overtone predominates . there are actually three discernible stages to the taste but they fly by far too quickly . first comes a bracing sensation that has little taste beyond a slight woodiness . then that metallic bitterness comes on strong overwhelming all else . this quickly migrates to the back of the tongue as the sharp bitterness takes on a more hoppy aspect . i think this beer would be much better if it had a more balanced full body to back up and round out the metallic bite . as it stands though that bite makes this a barely mediocre beer .,aroma,0.8,1
i had the ml . bottle . the appearance was good a nice amber color . the smell was n t all it should be but average . the taste above average in fact very good but no top shelf kind of beer taste . the mouthfeel was great smooth with just the right hint of hops . and drinkability was exceptional . went down great and no real lasting aftertaste but the hops which i loved .,aroma,0.6,1
i ve tried a number of pumpkin beers and liked very few . this was delicious . pours with almost no head but the color is beautiful . a mix of rose and copper colors . smells like halloween . strong cinnamon and cloves but not overpowering . very welcoming . it sure is an imperial . all the flavors come through more powerfully . again strong cinnamon sweetness from the pumpkin some clove . great composition . its a spicey . full of mouth tingling spices . i like . second review i forgot i have tried this . i m in a good mood . amazing colors in this beer . orange copper and red tones hazy like a drunk sunset . sweet bready malts dominate the smell . you can smell spices well balanced and not dominated by cinnamon like most pumpkins . very crisp sexy beer . spices are rounded clove cinnamon vanilla bean and most importantly fresh pumpkin . hurray .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle no dating . pours a darker cloudy amber with nice presentation of a creamy off white head . wonderfully hoppy scent with a citric floral edge . notes of toffee and orange in the aroma . nicely balanced flavor between the hops malt although it washes out a bit toward the end . the body is on the thin side which i suppose is appropriate for an esb which may be used for cask pour . taste does n t quite live up to the aroma but overall a nice easy drinking harvest ale . a bit more hops may liven things up next year .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a sunny melony copper with just a thin fizzy head after the pour that quick reduces into nothing . there are barely any bubbles or foam in this beer . especially for a tripel . syrupy fruit cup notes hit the nose . some herbal hops and a few flowers are also noted in the nostrils mixed with some alcohol . the flavor has some pleasantly sweet toasted malt fruits . the fruit cup syrups mix with some faint caramel flavors . the middle to finish bitters up a bit . faint hop flowers and a few rose hips maybe . the finish is just warm fruit cup syrup that waters down as the flavor fades away . warm palate but the watering down of the finish leaves a bit to be desired .,aroma,0.8,1
color is a rich red mahoganny with a small quick head . i was n t able to get much smell out of this beer . i swished it and still nothing in the nose . flavor comes on sweet at first with a dark and delicious caramel flavor . very smooth . there are hints later of scotch and a generic alcohol flavor . the body is thick and creamy which does not prepare us for the short but perky after taste .,aroma,0.4,0
it looked good in the glass i was impressed with the clarity and the deep golden color . i was a little dissapointed however when a decent head did not form . i like an inch to an inch and a half but this was more like an eighth of ani inch . i poured like i do all my beers but this head did not materialize . at first i thought it might be flat but the first mouthful assured me there was plenty of carbonation . it started with a nice sharp bite on the tip of the tounge . i could taste the hops but it did n t last as long as i would have liked . i was a little shocked by the almost nonexistant aroma but what little there was did not offend . it was slightly grainy . i was not bowled over by this beer but i will give it another chance .,aroma,0.4,0
presentation oz . green bottle . appearance black amber . the head had little cascading action . it went from foamy to chunky to a sticky froth within minutes . smell sweet dark chocolate coffee aroma . taste very thin earthy and dry . blah all over . notes ok where s the stout . it appears that another uk brewery us distributor have teamed for another marketing scheme . add a little black malt in the boil for colouring and hell . anything will look smell like a stout . this is more like a watery black bitter and a rip off of a stout . your mind expects a stout and it is disappointed . recipe by patrick casey,aroma,0.6,1
what is there to say . yellow to white yellow with little head and artificial retention . smells like skunk overpoweringly so . goes down thin and rough with little flavor other than skunk which gives me heartburn . would not have another one in fact the skunkiness causes heartburn . considering the price its probably good that frat boys are using their parents money to buy this stuff as otherwise it would not sell .,aroma,0.2,0
from bottle to wine glass pours with a thick dark tan head with compacted bubbles . black as night . smell of licorice and dark coffee maybe a hint of apples and some tobacco . taste is more of the same with a much stronger tart apple flavor up front and the coffee on the end but licorice and tobacco throughout mouthfeel is very spritzy especially for a stout . but very clean this beer for as much as is going on with it is surprisingly drinkable . i am convinced after drinking this beer having tried maracaibo especial and calbaza de oro that jolly pumpkins beers have sort of an apple flavor to all of them . i m sure there is a reason for this . i also think that since most of them are bottle conditioned they may be best when cellared .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to belgianbeergal for sending this as an extra in our recent trade . pours a cloudy burnt orange color with golden yellowish orange hues when held to a light and a . finger frothy pillowy white head . excellent retention only slowly fading into a lasting cap that coats the glass with rings streaks and splotches of soapy lacing . earthy hop aroma with hints of soil and pine needle as well as some faint fruit character and a prominent malt backbone . there s some faint pineapple and grapefruit in the nose but the hop profile mostly gives off an earthy scent . prominent malt presence with hints of biscuit and toffee . fuller bodied than expected with a nice blast of bitter earthy hops up front that linger throughout into a long dry finish . extremely fresh hop flavor with dry earthy pine needle flavor . slightly floral with subtle hints of citrus fruit notably grapefruit pineapple and orange peel . again there is a nice lactic creaminess mid palate that adds complexity and mouthfeel along with a decent malt backbone provide nice balance . i usually prefer less of a malt presence but it is done extremely well in this beer . prominent but not overpowering with hints of toast biscuit and graham cracker . overall i was pleasantly surprised with this beer . well balanced yet still packs a lot of fresh hop flavor . the abv is well masked and this beer is pretty quaffable .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle poured into my narke tulip . pours a clear light gold copper hint . a full white head of three fingers over one finger hangs for awhile good lacing . the aroma is pretty nice lots of clove and wheat sweet and nice surprised . the taste is not good at all the clove turns in banana vodka harsh alcoholic astringent not good . this is a bad wit do n t bother .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle poured into a regular kitchen glass . the last time i had this was about five years ago when it was brewed with oysters that is not the case anymore . a love stout pours your standard black looking stout color . this is more like a extremely dirty brown color . a careful but not so light pour produced about an inch of dark tan mokah head that faded quick . no lacing . s getting some dark malt with some roast . some weak coffee with low chocolate . some caramel hiding in the cut . there is a faint trace of aroma hops in the nose not overpowering . this does not smell like your average stout . t a somewhat off not stout like taste at first but i got over that . dark roasted malt and a lot of sweetness is upfront . getting a mix of coffee and chocolate and some vanilla creeps in as well although light . the off taste came back from time to time . m a medium feel which is thinner than prefered . somewhat watery . carbonation is right where it needs to be . not really creamy or smooth a bit rough going down . the aftertaste does not stay for long which in this case is a good thing . d i got through the bottle . i needed to try this again . some sips were good others not so much . truthfully i was not a fan of this even when it was brewed with oysters . the alcohol is low which i like but the flavor is eh . i was not totally dissapointed in this but my stomach begs to differ as it s acting up which is a sign that i need to drink a better beer .,aroma,0.8,1
pours out beautifully . very dark with very little reddish brown highlights . two fingers of tan head and some nice lacing . on the nose dark roasted coffee slight chocolate and a very funky weird wet shoe leather aroma . not very appealing kind of scared to sip . i ll sip anyways dry roasted coffee bitter chocolate not much in the mouthfeel . very thin with a dry finish . tastes better than it smells . in the end good flavors but not much in the drinkability department .,aroma,0.4,0
a special thanks to greencard for bringing this from its land of origin . i ve saved it for our late christmas dinner . still its difficult to find takers in this bunch . the bottle is a lovely ml with a classy somewhat geometric label . the cork is decorated with hop vines which at least gains the approval of the group . it pours a nearly flat brown with a slight ruby hue . its got surprisingly good clarity and a rather dismissible foam ring on top . small islands of bubbles but nothing you could really settle on . the aroma just gets better all night . it started out well enough but its just maturing as it goes starts with sweet farmy malts and grows into a tart porty raisin and malt . wonderful and colorful . the taste is quite smooth and alluring and some of the ipa drinkers can get behind it . not fully of course but they can at least understand why i m so pleased . its got a surprising effervescence while sipping but after the initial rush of carbonation it smoothes out well and has both a candy sweetness and a slight grape to raisin concentration . the malt still gives is blanket of flavor though its not as strong as you might expect from a dubbel . still its subtle and flavorful enough to be drinkable over a longer period and still be very satisfying . the mouth feel is almost teasing . its thin as it goes down but once the mouth dries there s a slight tartness and dryness you d almost get from a champagne but good . the mild spice and this tart really make me crave more . so despite offering everyone their share i end up drinking of this . its excellent with dinner but i think they know how much i m enjoying it and leave me to it . once again thanks rich . its marvelous . supposedly it is best before september or april you never know with these date things but its terrific now .,aroma,1.0,1
hazy orange amber body topped by two fingers of slighty off white level foam . dense lacing . incredibly slight hay aroma . this is a foam in the nose sniffer . a quick flash of malty sweetness a speeding bullet of fruit and it all vanishes in a quick swallow . no finish no aftertaste . light airy almost fizzy mouthfeel . drinkability is unimpaired and uninspired . the beer to give to bud drinkers when the bas have hopsickle .,aroma,0.4,0
pours cloudy amber apricot orange under a small head that dissipated quickly . nose has a surprising sweetness with tropical fruit esters of subtle pineapple and mango both were of the dried and sweetened kind of fruit rather than fresh . citrus earthy grassy hops balanced with biscuit sweet and bitter malts . the taste is astoundingly rich and complex starts with a rush of sweet biscuit malt and quickly bitters and dries with astringency and offers a long warming bitter finish . the fruit esters are only hints on the tongue and as it warms more tea like bitterness arrives on the mid palate . tears at the back of the throat with wonderful bitterness . perhaps i m giddy to find a match for my palate tonight after two rare unfortunate drain pours but i m going to seek this one out again and i hope to find it on tap somewhere soon .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to jason and dimenhetfield for making this one happen . served in a glunz taster glass . a quick dissolving white foam settles to a thin ring leaving no lace . hazy bright pink body . s under ripe raspberries lemons slight yogurt hint of sulfur touch of sharp wheat and some acidity . quite impressive i just could n t stop bringing this one to my nose . t unfortunately the taste is n t quite as amazing . it s still quite enjoyable tastes mostly like raspberry lemonade but without the complexity and depth of the aroma . i was surprised to see this was . great fruit character but could use more sourness . m lower carbonation light body very dry but with minimal pucker or tartness . d i liked this quite a bit and i d love to have it again . i doubt i ll get a chance unless i go to florida though . i could drink a ton of this but lowering the abv a little and making it a bit more sour would make this world class .,aroma,1.0,1
the last of the beers i received as part of my patron saints membership . ale brewed with raisins on the label . a pours a pitch black hue with brown and amber highlights small tan brown head that is mostly sustaining fair amount of lacing throughout s fruity scents dominated by raisins and dark fruit as advertised on the label i am also getting tones of apple peach belgian candy sweet caramel toffee malts and a modest alcohol presence t initial taste is raisins raisins and more raisins almost cloyingly sweet followed by a variety of fruits and spices yeasty bready sweet malts a little bit of chocolate and belgian candy finishes with sweet malts a touch of bittering hops and warming alcohol presence m medium full bodied with good carbonation nice slick texture that coats the tongue in sweetness d abv is well masked but this definitely a sipping beer to be enjoyed over time much like a port or desert wine . think of this as a bigger bolder more complex version of lost found supercharged on raisins and dark fruits great for low key and or cold fall and winter evenings . . .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into a globe glass . a thick almost tar like very dark . s very nice sn mell primarily that of the coffee but some toasted malt as well . t very little of the malt comes through but strong on the coffee . basically a fermented and fizy cup of coffee . m feels almost like a syrup . d a hearty beer good for a few at a time .,aroma,1.0,1
a good interpretation of a kolsch style beer . somewhat light and delicate but still flavorful . very very drinkable . hearsay is that the house yeast strain was not used in this beer which in my opinion is a good thing . this is probably my favorite st. arnold s brew .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a nice foamy kakhi head into english pint . one finger which dissapears quickly nice deep brown color with ruby highlights when held to the light . a delicious aroma of coffee and bready malts and a flavor which delivers with a nice hop bitterness at the finish . a beer which rolls across the tongue leaving a smile on the face quickly inviting another sip to identify a characteristic you missed . complex enough to try again and again .,aroma,1.0,1
i sampled this on tap tonight at the old eagle tavern in manayunk . this review is based off of my notes taken there . appearance a nicely clear amber that has almost a pinkish hue to it . a pinkish hue . . a one finger off white head tops off this fine beer and lasts for a decent amount of time . smell just wow . the sweet hop aromas are intense but far from overbearing . this is just perfect . pine and citrus are both detectable . this smells like beer candy . well maybe that s poorly worded it does n t smell like candy . but . ahhh it smells so good . taste my notes simply say one word grapefruit . there s no other way to describe it it s just that dominant a flavor . not that that s a bad thing . i really like grapefruit . but man it s an intense flavor . mouthfeel light bodied . i might even go as far as to describe it as watery . the carbonation was where i like it to be . drinkability goes down real easily . this would make a nice session beer . nothing about it is too strong well maybe the grapefruit but that does n t detract from the drinkability of this beer . i d certainly like to sit down with another one . a very nice and unique beer though not what i expected at all . i really want to give this beer another chance out of a bottle . look for a future edit when i m able to find some .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from the bomber into my new belgium goblet . nice indeed a dark dark chocolate brew . thick caramel head settles leaving generous lace . s a bit oc chocolate but not much to the nose here t malty chocolateness along with a bit of bready malt . m thick luxurious low on the carb . no alocohol bite at all d thanks you sir can i have aother .,aroma,0.6,1
well broke college kid found this brew for . for a case of and i had to buy it . pleasantly surprised with this beer out of a can . appearance was yellow with thinner white head . smell was bad not something that made me excited to drink this beer . taste was very good especially considering the price of the case . could taste lime and grain maybe bread . mouthfeel was great . best part . drinkability yes .,aroma,0.3,0
a ounce bottle from fluffymctingle thank you very much . a best before date of february . poured into a tulip glass . pours a deep translucent brown that in the glass appears nearly black . about two fingers breadth of bubbly cream colored head develops and lingers for some time . even after settling a frothy ring and generous swirls of bubbles remain on the surface . scattered patches of wet bubbles comprise the lacing . it smells of vanilla toffee oak brown sugar toasted malt and dark fruits . vague hints of impending hops are also present . the flavor is astonishingly different from the aroma . heavy on dark fruits and cranberries the majority of the aromas are completely absent on the tongue . muddled fruit faint grasses and scattered piney hops are all that really come out . it is reminiscent of a juice box in perhaps the most disappointing way . mouthfeel is thinner than anticipated and finishes a touch sticky and tart not the most enjoyable . overall a great looking and smelling brew but it falls short of fulfilling ones initial expectations . given the high reviews it is entirely plausible this was a randomly bad bottle and an isolated occurrence . i would be happy to give this one another try .,aroma,0.8,1
big ml bottle . first glass is surprisingly clear later ones are lightly sedimented . bright deep darker orange color big frothy yellow foam . laces in sticky globs and sheets . spicy aroma along with a vanilla infused custard smell nice . heavy cinnamon sense comes on in the flavor quickly but so is an impressive bittering that gets a little on the annoying side . maltiness is good up front some sense of pear and cherry but the body seems a little thin for as big a beer as this . finishes dry with alcoholic heat . for a quad i was surprised how bitter and dry this one was similarities to the tripel recipe . . combined with the alcohol this was less drinkable than i was expecting .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance a reddish amber color with a medium sized off white head that lasts a few . smell pretty nice smelling . lots of blueberries as well as some malt . mostly blueberries though . i really like how this smells . taste decent malt in the background but lots of berry flavor . a little too sweet though . mouthfeel medium body and nicely carbonated . drinkability nice berry flavor but too sweet to drink more than one . i might drink it again when i feel like a berry beer though .,aroma,0.9,1
pour reveals a maple syrup colored body with some carbonation bubbles sticking to the glass . head is a light tan standing at an inch and a half that leaves signifagant lace . nose is a sweet mix of yeasty malt with creamy fresh fruity notes almost mellon like . a faint initial zesty fruit feel quickly yields to the huge overpowering oak palate . the shoe shine woodsy taste of the oak is so dominant it is almost like sucking on a piece of wood . mouthfeel is an oakey bitter . drinkability is harmed by the overaly oak feel for me . i cant imagine that this is the extreme they were going for . does mellow a bit as it warms to room tempature .,aroma,0.9,1
big bottle ml . dumped into pint glass a very pale straw yellow with loads of bubbles feeding a very long lasting bone white soapy head that leaves several partial rings of lace well down the glass a rare s and down hill we go skunky corn and not much else t not far from the smell but with a little wet hay m light and waaayyy overcarbonated thankfully the finish is clean o a little skunky corn lager i assume nothing special cheaper then bottled water here in bolivia a country tick if anything,aroma,0.4,0
to start this is my first foray into pumpkin beers . after doing some research here on ba and seeing what the local stores had available unfortunately they were out of dfh s punkin which i had been somewhat excited about i decided to get a sixer of tommyknocker s offering and a bomber of southern tier s pumking . i figured i d try the tommyknocker first and save the best for last . so here is a oz bottle poured into a pint glass . a small head though that may just be my pouring with a short retention period . actually left a fair amount of lacing . the beer is a deep golden brown with fair clarity . s a ton of toasted malt . a little burnt caramel molasses but mainly malt . absolutely zero pumpkin or spice . t like the nose a ton of toasted malt . evolves into a slight molasses before finishing with a subdued punch of raw pumpkin squash . still no spice though . the aftertaste interestingly enough is very similar to the aftertaste of pumpkin pie despite the lack of pie flavor in the beer . m fair amount of carbonation makes it light on the tongue . almost watery though not unpleasantly so . o being such a huge fan of pumpkin i was looking for more out of this puppy . the minute raw pumpkin finish is pleasant but just not enough . as a non pumpkin brown it s solid but as a pumpkin it s a letdown .,aroma,0.4,0
a dirty golden color . aroma is not as huge with hops as you would expect . i immediately anticipate an oily slick hop flavor . the flavor is unbelievably well balance . the malt stands up to the hops and allows the bitterness to instantly bounce off the caramel malts instead of blasting you and lingering like most american ipas . pine and grass are in the flavor but are countered by a subtle and stable sweetness on the tongue and in the aftertaste . a truly drinkable double ipa with the strong malt responsible for the high alcohol . not too intense but with a killer taste . definitely a legendary american beer that deserves the hype .,aroma,0.6,1
hmm . burton baton . i m intrigued by the label that tells me this beer is a mix of young and old ipas aged in french oak intrigued because i like hops and like the effect that age can have on hops . that said this was n t quite what i expected but i still like it . i liked the earthy woody aroma of this ale . i liked how the earthiness and vanilla oakiness emerged among the caremelly malt and herbal hop flavors . i am surprised by the clarity of this brew . i m not surprised that as i poured this light amber elixir there was little foam yet a tingle of carbonation that seems to accent what bitterness hides beneath the sweet malt and oaky flavors . double ipa . i do n t think so not enough hop spiciness more a well attenuated barleywine to me that i think really needs to age some more so i m tucking the remaining bottles away in a place where i ll forget about them .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours dark black with almost no head on an aggressive pour . what little head there is dissipates almost instanstly . there is thin tan ring around the edge of the class it looks good . s wow this beer smells amazing . whiskey and bourbon dominate the nose . i also pick up on molasses and brown sugar . i could literally sit here and smell this beer for the minutes and be perfectly happy . t just like the smell i get a ton of smooth quality whiskey with hints of bourbon . also pick up on some vanilla molasses and a hint of raison . if you like whiskey or bourbon this beer is for you . m mouthfeel is nice but not great . carbonation is spot on.possibly a taddd overcarbonated but probably note . mouthfeel is a bit on the light medium side . i really wish this beer was little thicker chewier . d for the style this is very drinkable . i wouldnt want more than oz in one sitting but i feel that way about most barrel aged stouts porters . overall this is an awesome example of a barrel aged porter a definite must try and i would seek it out again .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a deep dark black into my snifter . a fingers worth of off white head forms and quickly fades to a solid skimming which lingers for a while . smell is nice and complex albeit a little weak . chocolate coffee hops dark fruit but also a metallic smell of some sort . i m trying to convince myself its not there and it s just the can playing tricks on me . i ca n t get over it though it s definitely there but also does n t smell like a beer can . hhhmmmm moving on . taste is similar to smell just not quite as complex . i m not really picking up on much in the way of hops . mostly just a nice roastiness and a little chocolate . there s that metallic again coming through in the finish for a second before fading away . overall taste is ok just does n t have a whole lot of impact and the metallic twang is really a downer . perfect amount of carbonation and a smooth mouthfeel . this goes down easy with no hint of the higher than average abv which keeps the drinkability high .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this at my friend s wedding because there was n t anything else to drink . let s start off with this . i hate any and all off the big s beers . after saying that there are a couple of good things i have to say about this beer . it was refreshing . after a night of dancing this beer really hit the spot . the lime flavor was good . it really took away from the piss water taste of the bud light . so would i drink this again . probably not . would i recommend this to anyone . no . but it is slightly better then bud light which i consider to be one of the worst beers on the face of the earth .,aroma,0.2,0
a medium golden colour very clear . had a finger of off white head but that faded to a thin cap and ring around the glass . the only smell i can really pick up is a mild corn sweetness . does not bode well . . a mildly sweet corn taste from front to back in this one . very very faint hint of spicy hops in the very end . it is n t offensive in any way i ll admit to being pleasantly surprised . this one is a little fuller in mouthfeel than other lagers from hot countries . still light and somewhat fizzy but better than many i ve had . my choice so far if i was in cuba .,aroma,0.3,0
poured a dark amber with about inch of off white head . smelled malty and grainy no real hint of nut in this bottle so far . the taste was a tad bitter and rather bland with a little bit of a spicy aftertaste . this one s not impressing me too much although it gets a little better as the beer warms a little at room temperature . the mouthfeel was average decent carbonation and a solid feel . drinkability is about average . i would n t mind another but i wo n t be searching for one either . it goes down easy .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark brown with a huge offwhite head that remains the whole way down the glass . nose is tangy wheat with a bit of a roasted flavor and a touch of herbal hops . taste is sweet malt wheat tanginess and hints of chocolate not a lot of hop impact . mouthfeel is medium and well carbonated . pretty drinkable stuff . good overall and interesting as this is my first dunkel .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks a lot to rbald for getting me a can of this stuff . much appreciated . appearance pours a deep amber color with a slight amount of haze . carbonation is very light . about of off white head forms which has decent retention and worse than average lacing . smell very malty lots of caramel in there . light citrus some florals perhaps a bit of pine . way too malty with little hop presence for an ipa . taste again a lot of caramel malts here . probably a bit more hop presence than noted in the smell . more florals mainly . finish shows off even a bit of coffee character . seems more like an english version of an ipa to me . mouthfeel overall medium bodied with a pretty low amount of carbonation . alright . probably a little heavy or just lacking a bit of carbonation . overall an interesting ipa to say the least . would call it more in the pale ale range or maybe english by style . as it stands not a favorite .,aroma,0.4,0
poured the clear golden brew into my duvel tulip glass . it produced a nice white head but it did n t stick around too long . the smell on this beer was very nice . bold citrus flavors dominate and are light and bright . at this point i m very pumped up about this beer . well in the taste category it falls short . yes i understand it s a light wheat ale . that said i was underwhelmed by the lack of flavor very little hops very little malt mild citrus . i was drinking this thirst quenching beer outside in degree heat while cooking on the grill . the beer seemed to fit the moment perfectly but just did n t deliver in taste mouthfeel or drinkability . i considered not finishing the bottle but that would certainly be a waste of beer .,aroma,0.9,1
served up a slightly copper tinged medium amber in color . it has a very small white head that melts away almost instantly . lacing is surprisingly poor for a dry hopped ipa . aroma is quite citrusy with plenty of zesty grapefruit and a hint of pine . it also has a tiny bit of tropical character and some sweet non descript malt . the flavor is very hoppy and very bitter . harsh white grapefruit and dank pine rule the roost . the malt backbone is very cereal grain heavy with an interesting profile . i also detect just a touch of toasted malt . the mouthfeel is on the lightest edge of medium and sort of watery . the light body does not play well with the amount of bitterness and i find that the finish is a bit fatiguing . this beer smells very nice and has a nice hop flavor but it seems a bit out of whack . much better than the dreadful ipa my friend ordered but overall a pretty forgettable beer .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . appearance pours a dark orange brown color with a one finger head that disappears quickly . minimal lacing . smell sweet caramel malts with some dark fruitiness . a little bit of alcohol in the nose . taste something about the taste does n t quite live up to the smell . the taste is a weakened version of the caramel malts in the smell leading into a dark fruit plumlike aftertaste . mouthfeel very watery for an old ale . carbonation level a little low for my taste . drinkability not the best old ale i ve ever had but a solid beer overall .,aroma,0.9,1
ml received in a trade with tjmodica could n t find any date on the bottle . a ridiculous head . poured into an imperial pint glass i got about beer and head even pouring down the side . lots of active bubbles . once the head finally recedes there s nice lacing remaining . s not a whole lot of hops aroma mostly earthy and spicy with just a tiny bit of tropical fruit . t nice malty complexity from the rye earthy a little sweet . not much of a hop note here either other than a grassy mild bitterness . m slightly bitter a bit astringent and mouth coating . not as much carbonation apparent in the mouthfeel as the head and bubble might have suggested . o a decent beer but did n t wow me . kinda wondering about the age of this bottle as i m not getting much of the notes i d expect from the hops bill .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a luscious amber peach color with nice clarity soft head and good lacing . bouqet consists of apricot sweet bready malts and flowers . unique and quite nice aroma . taste is medium sweet upfront mixed w medium hop bitterness . finish is dominated by sour notes from the apricots leaving you puckering a bit . as a unique beer worth a try but not something you would session .,aroma,0.9,1
i poured this nice beer into my tumbler at degrees . the beer poured one of the prettiest heads i ever did see . the beer was a little bit cloudy but that was okay with me . the beer also had a little bit of a hop hit to it but then i guess it was suppose to since it was an ipa . i liked the beer and will buy again .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz . bottle a pours orange with a big soapy pillowy white head . some lace . s smells a lot like ginger kombucha with a little more caramelization . brown sugar and orange . heady ginger smell nice . t heavy ginger and sweet malt quite medicinal . spiced winter bread feel with a light pine hop note on the back end . gets very woodsy in the aftertaste . m medium bodied soft carbonation . but it does have that cloying medicinal feel which dried me out and made me crave some water . d an interesting and weird brew . the ginger may be over the top for me but it does n t dominate the brew entirely . unique . it s a beer that s hard to quantify . definitely not for everybody .,aroma,0.9,1
looks to be a good hefe . pours to a cloudy golden color with a huge lofty head that sticks around for as long as there is beer in the glass . has a nice carbonation rising up from the bottom of the glass that disappears into the unfiltered haze to keep the enormous head aloft . the smell leaves me second guessing this hefe . smells like some asshole bartender dropped an entire lemon in my beer though this is a bottle serving and i m a firm believer of the nfl . philosophy . there is a soft yeasty and malt aroma buried under the lemon lime aromas but the nose is still quite overwhelmingly citric . the taste downplays the lemon and lime flavor thankfully . the flavor is very wheat malty with a nice unfiltered yeasty flavor . the lemon and lime flavors play around in the background while the liquid remains in the mouth but dies out soon after the swallow leaving only a bit of a citric sting on the tongue . only a very feint trace of banana flavor shows up in the finish but only to the discriminite tongue . has a bit of a bite from the citric and wheat possibly even the alcohol even though it is fairly low . nice and full bodied . one of the better lemon lime hefes i ve had but i much prefer the banana clove style better . still quite drinkable but i would much rather drink one of the other . l hefe s i have available .,aroma,0.6,1
served from a bottle into a oz . pilsner glass . a wonderful sweet almost fruity smell after opening the bottle . poured with a full finger head and beautiful cooper brown color . after a minute or two the head dissipated and some nice lacing formed on the side of the glass . as the bottle states the first sip is for thirst the second one for pleasure is very true . the third and subsequent sips need to be spaced out due to the abv . . . this site says . but the bottle says the alcohol is well hidden but it is definitely a sipping beer and very nice on the tongue . or maybe that was the flavor from my girlfriend s tongue . . hehe this is my first barley wine beer so i have no comparison but i will be trying others .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle pouring out a slightly cloudy brown color with only a foamy film across the top . aroma is nice lightly caramel with a tangerine citrus hop character . slightly nutty malt flavor with moderate bitterness . hop flavor does n t come through as clearly as in the nose . finish is somewhat harsh . medium body with a neutral texture . a pretty average amber beer interchangable with any other at a typical brewpub . does smell nice though .,aroma,0.9,1
a copper color finger width head dissipates quickly slight lacing down the glass . s strong malt smell spicy hoppiness citrusy smell . smells very fresh . t starts real sweet malty biscut flavor . good fresh hop flavor not too over the top perfect amount of hoppiness i would say . finishes with a dry alcohol flavor m a little bit heavier bodied than the apperance would give way nonetheless pretty smooth d very well done beer i think i prefer these dipa s that are not complete hop bombs and are a little more toward the malty side . thanks to jasonm for this awesome brew .,aroma,1.0,1
smell has complex malt characteristics and heavy alcohol presence . the beer though is a does n t follow through . medium body and puzzlingly little warming . toffee coffee roasted malts . it s a good beer and worth seeking out . still the beer does n t follow through on a great aroma .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance looks like apple juice . with no head just a small rim of bubbles . smell i smell quite a bit of lactic . the smell is n t very over powering and i do get a little apple coming through . taste very pleasant sour and refreshing . mouthfeel light bubbly and finishes clean . drinkability very drinkable sour .,aroma,0.6,1
a chestnut brown . .the hue of root beer and wood varnish . this is actually quite a bit darker than i guessed it would be . the head is initially three roiling fingers of tan suds before settling and remaining for a good while at a nice medium sized cap . some sudsy lace is left on the glass but it does n t look very sticky or crusty . more like soda suds . s pleasantly nutty with some root beer aspects . caramel and toffee . smells like a confectioner s taffy puller with lots of caramel on the menu . not terribly complex but very fresh and pleasing . t sweet and toffee flavored . really pretty one dimensional though that one dimension is done well . some maple syrup and nut flavors are there too . no hops at all are to be tasted in this brew . it s sort of like malt water . m thin and a bit undercarbonated with a nice sweet and toffee lingering finish . d this reminds me of newcastle . like that omnipresent brew there is nothing wrong with some watery nutty flavors and easy drinkability . boring but unoffensive . sort of a wallflower really .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a ml bottle no freshness date . an ornate blurb about the history per capita drinking etc . on the back label . looks to be brilliantly clear golden in color with a thin white head . smells like a wet rock pulled from the lakeshore earthy flinty . a sharp rawness evokes that s difficult to describe . faint malty sweetness but it s there . saaz hops are present in the flavor with a somewhat transparent malt profile . i was hoping for a bready sweet malt backbone found in good czech pils but not here . the flavor dissipates quickly making it difficult to pull anything noteworthy from it . nice crisp somewhat dry finish . mouthfeel is a bit on the limp side . light bodied for the style . drinkability is good . very unintrusive and simple . a good pils that will definitely make a good gateway beer for lighter beer drinkers . not much else to say . a good beer but nothing id buy again .,aroma,0.4,0
if you can get past the social stigma of walking into the only brewpub for miles around swaggering up to the bar and ordering a pint of golden wuss you just might enjoy this brassy crossover beer . you might also need to get over the infected aroma which was troublesome though its brush against the taste was not overly corrupting . golden wuss is of course pale yellow almost lager like . its modesty is its virtue and in a region where monstrous combines harvest thousands of acres of grass this time of year it makes for a very decent lawnmower beer .,aroma,0.3,0
preface i fear no hope my bottle was bad . bottle poured into large wine glass . no head at all and unfortunately very very flat . the good i liked the thick reddish brown color and the smell was different than what i expected . not a bad smell just different like a very floral saison aged in wine barrels . almost sourish . the bad i think i ve had water with more carbonation before . pouring it i knew something was up but i truly had no idea until i tried drinking it . i fear mine may have even been infected . no other review for this beer mention any sourness yet this one was . i could almost get beyond the flatness but the combination of no carbonation and the sourness made this a drain pour . i m kind of surprised i was able to down half a glass .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks to jasonjlewis for this extra . oz . stubby brown bottle poured into an imperial pint . no dating . a pours a orangish light amber good visibility . fingers worth of lightly tinted head forms a bit rocky but holds for a few minutes . a bit of lacing . s pretty dull . a bit of grainy malts and some subtle sweetness . t m sweet malts with a touch of caramel but mostly grainy . a dab of hops and bitterness up front mostly floral with a bit of light citrus . a metallic taste pops out a bit at the end just before a lightly dry finish . body is medium light with decent carbonation . d easy to drink and low abv but it s just not interesting enough and has some off flavors .,aroma,0.4,0
black body with reddish brown highlights . a rocky airy bubbly beige head . some decent lacing . nice roasty aroma . but it s downhill from here . taste is cafe au lait . however the milk aspects are too dominate . i m looking for milk in my coffee not coffee in my milk . mouthfeel is disappointingly and visibly thin . too thin for a repectable porter mch less a stout . easily drinkable though not terribly interesting . overall a disappointment . been a long time since i ve had a left hand product and never this one . was surprised to see it and yes it s fresh . i ll finish the sixer but wo n t be rushing for another .,aroma,0.8,1
this is not good at all it tastes bitter and like artifishel raspberry and sweetner and leaves a horabal aftertaste in my mouth . this is way to bitter it makes me kringe at every sip . this is a drain pour for sure and this instantly gave me hart burn . this is by far southern tier s worst beer ever,aroma,0.8,1
had this from a cask at d.b.a in nyc . poured out an amber orange color with a thin white head that was going nowhere . lots of intense sweet and spicy hops in the nose insanely floral . there some orange and syupy sweetness there too . floral hops hits your tongue and lead the charge here followed by a somewhat viscous beer nectar delivering grapefruit orange bread and a tiny amount of mint and honey . although is has a slick mouthfeel it finishes pretty dry leaving behind only the hop bitterness . i am personally not a hop head or huge fan of overdoing hops or any flavor . i prefer a more balanced beer but for the style this way pretty damn good .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a clear amber with a giant foamy head . there is tons of carbonation in this beer . the smell has some peach aromas to it but it s much lighter than i expected . the taste has a nutty chewy creamy feel to it with peach and carmel . very nice for a fruit beer . the m f is light and well balanced making this the best fruit beer i ve had and i hate fruit beers . cheers .,aroma,0.6,1
nice dark burnt ruby color with a nice lasting just off white head . aroma is the only thing that falls a bit short here as the hops are in the back somewhere . i am not getting summit and or citra hops here at all . the aroma does have a touch of burnt caramels which is coming through from the rye . the taste in this one is like i have never had before . definatew rye in there and i am now getting a touch of the citrus hops which seem to play nicely but combine for a nice tobacco flavor that needs a little getting used to . nice smooth and thick moutfeel and this is a very drinkable beer . nice job on this one just missing a little on the aroma end for what i was expecting . american yeast and ingredients but it is hopped more like an english ipa .,aroma,0.6,1
a clougy amber color with nice off white head after a vigorous pour . mild lacing around the glass . s malts floral hops and slight hints of sweetness . maybe some caramel and or toffee . t m medium bodied and smooth . tastes better than it smell . floral hops hit up front and fade to bitterness and a nice tangy finish that is dry . this is a great strong ale that does n t taste too strong . excellent brew .,aroma,0.7,1
i was able to try this beer at a brilliant beer tasting at my uncle peter s place . peters nephew thijs brought this beer with him . thanks for sharing thijs . a a pitch black beer with a beige colored head i really do like these kind looks on a beer . it promising and therefore already cheerful . s a chocolate booze enters my nose along with spices and dark cherries . another cheer for this perfect blend . t this beer is almost to complex to make an accurate description . what i do get is dark cherries chocolate some booze and spices . m the body is not what i expected it s to watery somewhere . the finish is bitter and boozy lovable . o it is truly a nice beer to have tried it once .,aroma,1.0,1
deschutes obsidian stout obsidian black pour under a smallish but dense headroasted malt and hints of peanuts fill the nose . leads with a rich roasted mocha ish burst and finishes with a silky chocolaty bite . an excellent stout layers of flavor and about as complex as they come . and at cellar temperature this stout is hard to put down . cheers,aroma,1.0,1
served on tap in a weizen glass . appearance deep amber with a tinge of redness with a finger width of white head that quickly dissolves . not too much lacing . not a beer i d notice from across the room but a pretty good looking brew . smell i did n t get too much besides hops and malt the dominant flavors in this beverage . at least its not hiding anything . i was expecting more given the appearance and kept searching around for different aromas but to no avail . taste a balanced level of malt combined with enough hops to give the beer some character and a nice amount of bitterness . a tiny bit sweet at the beginning a bit bitter toward the end . nothing at all distasteful but again nothing special with this one . mouthfeel uncommonly smooth and perfectly carbonated . although a little thin a pretty standout example for a lager . drinkability a decent session beer . i would drink another but would also look for a beer with flavors other than just malt and hops . summary a well crafted smooth and great looking brew . although by no means offensive in taste its good looks belie its simplicity in flavor . nothing special but at the same time good at what it does .,aroma,0.4,0
oh lord the green death . light yellow with a fizzy head . the smell is quite pleasant kind of like a forest with a lot of wet leaves on the ground . then you actually taste it . sugary sweet corn and cereal with the taste of rotting wood . and when i say rotten wood i can only imagine it is that log you see lying in the mud that breaks apart when you touch it . ugh .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a oz bottle into a pint glass . pours a deep black brown around the edges . nice tan head that leaves good lacing behind . the nose of this beer smells mostly of roasted coffee . the taste is at first of bittersweet chocolate there is also an abundance of roasty coffee flavors and they flow very well together . the mouthfeel is medium heavy with a nice creaminess to it . this brew is extremely drinkable i think i ll go have another .,aroma,0.7,1
nice crispy scent on the nose.very citrusy orange blossoms and lemon scents and wheat filled.pouring a hazy cloud in my glass some lacing not much . went down quickly but left tracing down the glass . very fruity taste interesting . i do n t think i ve ever tasted this flavor in a beer . kinda neutral about it . orange rind and flowery lemon flavors on the palate . highly drinkable . this does smell like spring .,aroma,0.9,1
one of my new local favorites since waw opened . my first sampling it poured a nice solid copper hue with a big substantial head . the aroma was very subtle with a floral haze . for the first session i got a nice rounded hoppy grassy citrusy flavor . this is an excellent american pale ale and definitely on my list of local favorites . well done .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to swillbilly for this beer . your gifts were very generous . as a long time fan of irish dry stouts i was really looking forward to this beer and a time to sit and enjoy it . i was not disappointed . appearance pours pitch black with a big chocolaty brown head . the lacing is impressive as well . smell this beer has an exceptional aroma of toffee leather tobacco cocoa burnt caramel and coffee . taste the flavors seem to be dominated by a dry astringency . after adjusting to the dry burntness the flavors of cocoa toffee burnt malts and a bit caramel milky cream and roasted grain come into play and please the palate . this is everything i expect in an irish dry stout . the aftertaste has a nice tobacco earthy hops flavor that lasts and last for quite a while . mouthfeel the mouthfeel is medium full with a slick center and crisp around the edges . drinkability this is a very tasty irish dry stout and at it is quite sessionable if you like them dry . hope this is helpful . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear golden color with a fizzy white head that leaves little bits of lacing . smells of funk but like a locker room very earthy and not what i would call pleasant . tastes of the funk which then blends into spice and malts . funk leads off with an earthiness that is more pleasant than the nose . spices then come through with pepper . this then leads to fruity notes with lemon and a bit of apple that end in a grainy sweetness . finishes fairly dry . mouthfeel is medium with a smooth amount of carbonation . overall this is a decent attempt at a saison but i find the nose to be quite offensive .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy coppered orange with a finger off white head reduces quickly to a soapy ring with really sticky lace . awesomely hoppy nose of ripe citrus and waxy tropical notes with a good dose of pine too mango ruby red grapefruit papaya peach grassy lemon mint . vague hints of pale malt and orange blossom honey waaay in the background . of all the ipas i ve had in my day this is the first one that really made me think of ganga . very pungent . despite the pungent in your face literally nose the palate achieves a balance so harmonious that it seems at times to sail by unnoticed . starting full bodied and moderately oily the hops send wave after wave of bitterness but the brew has enough sweetness coming from all angles to keep the whole ride in check yet it never approaches being too malty . flavors are mostly piney and earthy with some faint citrus and malt until the boozy pepper makes an appearance on the finish . overall very juicy and delicious with my one complaint being that the beer finishes a little short . so glad to finally pick up one of these . a very solid dipa that i d be happy to drink anytime . and drink fast too with that shorter finish and very well hidden alcohol .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a clear orange copper with two fingers of off white head that fades into a thin ring with no lacing . s some spice notes of cinnamon cloves and allspice at first . sweet pumpkin and yam flavors come through towards the end giving a nice pumpkin pie aroma . t unfortunately while the aroma is nice and reminiscent of pumpkin pie the flavor is bland and does n t taste like much of anything . some light spice flavors a faint hint of pumpkins and yams and some very slight bitter and yeasty flavors . m medium light body with mid carbonation this beer is fairly crisp but finishes a bit watery . o a pumpkin ale that smells good but is overall just too bland .,aroma,0.8,1
clear copper color white head with mediums sized bubbles . lots of carbonation in the pint glass i ca n t place the aroma seems earthy . not the most pleasant smell . i do n t note much for aroma hops taste is malty fairly light in taste small bittering finish . fizzy . not a great version of a munich style beer . my second beer i drank from the bottle rather than a glass and the experience was more pleasant .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pale golden in colour thick head with remarkable head retention fine carbonisation . thick lacing on the glass . smell oily hop aroma and mild ale like malt . not much else taste mouthfeel the taste is where it does downhill . very tinny and thin . after that leaves there is some nice ale like caramel malts . some mild bitterness but not distant . aftertaste lasts a little but has a good balance of hops and malt . the mouthfeel is bitey and slightly corse . drinkability overall its refreshing and easy enough to throw down . i went down a treat in cradle mountain in tassie but i can help but think it wouldnt hold up against even a half decent craft brew .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance dark purple black color with small head that quickly disappears . smell like cherry cough syrup i m scared taste actually surprisingly ok for a style beer i usually do n t like much . this one is light in body light in spice and easy to drink . well balanced with some transition to hop crisp finish . mouthfeel slightly light and watery for the style overall for a dark belgian ale its tolerable and actually drinkable . not something i ll seek out again but still ok .,aroma,0.4,0
enjoyed this beer at squatters downtown salt lake city a very nice copper color a small head retention with a little lacing s a slight malt smell with nice hop aroma t slight carmel malty taste with a little orange citrus hop zing to finish m crisp medium body beer d we would have no problem doing this as a session beer,aroma,0.6,1
look pours a hazy amber orange colour with a large white head . smell funky dog tart lemon peach . taste very fruity lemon peach and very tart . the sourness bites a bit too much unbalanced . like strong vinegar was added to this beer . too unbalanced compared to the cantillons beers e.g . mouthfeel medium body and medium high carbonation overall nice to try but unbalanced .,aroma,0.9,1
poor beer . i was looking forward to having a good organic ipa therefore even without checking reviews i poured this one as soon as my friends brought me this from indiana.looks were a little deceiving orange brownish color that made it look like a good dipa but when it gets to the nose all the points started flying out . faintly floral with even faintly citrus . taste is bad little or no hoppiness off setting sweetness out of all water down taste of one of those adjunct beers .be it organic or not it should not be this far from other ipas . sorry napa smith .,aroma,0.7,1
ounce tall oil can . light golden in color fizzy and sizzling head that is wiped out rather quickly . pasty malts and tender grainy hops on the nose for the style . no complaints here . fizzy carbonated malt based palate light cooked veggies with a severe warming alcohol backbone . palate turns grainy yet cleansed with slender corn flavorings . sweet metallic acidic finsh for the style not too bad for the beer advocate worth passing up .,aroma,0.7,1
from a bomber at liquor mart in boulder . a ruby with a fizzy head that dissipates quickly leaving only a ring of lace around the glass . carbonation is light . s strong alcohol . after swirling the glass with good force i get hints of fruit and earth and very light spruce . given the spicing of this beer according to the label i m left to wonder where it is . t good mix of cinnamon and other spices . the spruce finish is very light like a replacement for the hops rather than a spice that dominates the beer . unfortunately the strong spice flavors from the start do n t mesh well with the sprucy finish . m good medium body with a smooth feel throughout . d good . overall this is an interesting but slightly disappointing attempt at a strong herbed ale . i wonder if spruce works better and more efficiently with lighter styles . nb this improves at room temperatures to let warm or be even more disappointed .,aroma,0.4,0
a poured a deep orange with visible sediment and a thin tan head that settled quickly with minimal lacing . s smelled like delicious spiced pumpkin pie with clove and spiced apple undertones . t lots of spicy pumpkin clove and apple up front . almost tasted like a spiced apple butter . it was n t too sweet or candy like at all . for an imperial the alcohol taste and feel was minimal . m d crisp and clean mouthfeel . this is an excellent beer . not necessarily a session beer but rather one that should be respected and appreciated sipped and enjoyed like a spiced apple cider . the flavors and smells really came alive as this beer warmed up a bit . it sounds a little crazy but i d like to try this beer hot . hmmm . yeah i think that might be quite right . hot toddy step aside please . your majesty bow thanks hyland for thinking of me,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle thanks to tprokop . served up in a standard shaker pint . a pours a very dark brown . you really can see the brown in the top and bottom of the glass and the center seems to be a very dark black . when held to the light the brown comes through nicely and the center lets in some really dark red light . a somewhat aggresive pour yields a finger of tan head that has some staying power and leaves some thin lines on the glass . not bad looking . s smell is of some really nice roasted malts . somewhat sweet in the malt area . coffee comes through a bit but is not quite the presence i would expect from this beer and its name . the coffee is there but is too subtle making it mediocre in this area . ah well ca n t win em all . t you walk into a dunkin donuts and order a regular with creams and one sugar this is what you get . cool off that coffee wrap that sucker is some nicely roasted malt and that is this beer . the coffee presence is just so pronounced and nicely represented . the cream is subtle and nice . the malt is roasted just enough to mingle nearly perfectly with the coffee . just damned good . m this is a medium to full bodied brew . it have some really nice creaminesss so creamy . carbonation is a bit high but really does n t take anything away from this beer . the beer coats the mouth just enough to allow you explore what this beer has to offer . just a touch of alcohol on the back of the throat . creamy that is the big offering of this brew . d this is a good brew and would be much better if it had more to offer in the aroma area . it is great in taste and really represents the style well . i dig this beer and wish i had good access to it . drink it up . do n t be fooled by the somewhat cheesy packaging and put it in your basket . serve and enjoy .,aroma,0.6,1
a very nice copper with a bubbly white head that leaves some spotty lacing . s hops are floral citrus and a sweetness in the background that s a sweeter peach and apricot . t initial shot of pine lemon followed by the peach apricot flavor . quite a contrast in flavors leaves my tastebuds somewhat confused after each sip it s a bit of a roller coaster . i would normally give a beer props for being more complex but this does n t really do it well . m high carbonation that brings out the flavors . o i m not sure what it is about this that leaves me wanting something slightly different i think the after taste is much more mellow than the hoppiness up front .,aroma,0.9,1
sunny tangerine that contains lashings of honey . marzen is n t as dark and as rich as many versions . i wonder if that will have implications for the flavor profile . the pale sandstone colored cap has a nice look about it and is depositing a more than respectable amount of abstract patterned lace . the nose is an absolute joke . my first impression was stainless steel . that unpleasantness should fade it usually does but the problem is that there s nothing behind it . over time if i really concentrate a whiff of something very faintly beer like makes it out of the glass . i m not an a b hater but this stuff is pathetic . only a lack of offensiveness keeps the score from the very bottom rung of the ladder . at least it tastes like something . something . just sort of okay . given the color i m not a bit surprised that the flavor is less than aggressive . the second mouthful was better than the first and the third mouthful was better than the second so maybe we re onto something here . it would be a shame if the brewery recommends chilling the hell out it like they do the rest of their beer because then the flavor would completely disappear . michelob marzen is a kinder gentler marzen . it reminds me of an amber ale oktoberfest hybrid which is n t a bad thing at all . the bottom is constructed of honeyed malts and the top with orchard fruit and modestly bitter noble hops . forget about heavily toasted barley baked nuts or even the hint of cocoa that some o fests can have . yeah it s shallow but it goes down easily enough . the mouthfeel given the light end of the spectrum nature of the beer is right where it needs to be . it avoids wateriness on the swallow and might even make it to lightly creamy . good job guys . it s too bad that the smell score pulls down the overall score because michelob marzen is a credible oktoberfest . my guess is that a b can brew something better but they were looking to ease drinkers of bud and bud light into slightly more exotic fare . in a perfect world they d succeed . but then this is far from a perfect world .,aroma,0.3,0
i ll have to give this beer props since as far as i know it comes from the only brewery in mississippi . it pours a nice deep amber colour . smells ok . ca n t exactly put my finger on what is wrong . but it may have something to do with the party pig it came from . it tastes good very nutty taste but it has a slightly artificial aftertaste . this beer is easy to drink though . i enjoy it and i like to support the company . would n t mind seeing a few more in mississippi pop up .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured into a pint glass . beer is dark brown to black . the head was quick to disappear after a moderately aggressive pour . no lacing . s very little other than a light roasted aroma . t more taste than the nose was led to believe . starts off with some sweetness from the malt and ends with some bitterness and just a touch of sour funk . m thin but satisfying . d this is a nice drinkable brew that gives a little extra on the backside . the bitter sour flavor is nice and lingers a bit . o i would definitely drink this again . as far as schwarz s go . this is on my menu due to its reasonable price and freshness from across the wi border . i may find another that i prefer after more tastings but this one works well for me .,aroma,0.6,1
huge thanks to jessee oddnotion for this for what i assume was no reason . first surly can canned on . pours a deep amber color with a half inch of off white head . leaves nice lacing down the glass . smell of grapefruit caramel pine and bread . taste is grapefruit up front pine through the finish . maybe this can is old but its not overly good . better than average yet not very good . mouthfeel is pretty full and not a lot of carbonation . overall over hyped . but i still want to get my hands on more surly .,aroma,0.9,1
clear orange honey color with a frothy off white head . settles to a fine cap that leaves behind sporadic lacing . rich malty aroma of caramel with nutmeg clove cinnamon and vanilla . smells like pumpkin pie in a glass including the graham cracker crust . complex unique and very intriguing . lots of vanilla caramel and pumpkin with cinnamon nutmeg and allspice . also has a creamy butterscotch taste and a nuttiness to it . finishes tangy with slight bitterness . tastes just like a liquid pumpkin pie . at the alcohol is not at all perceived . creamy and rich medium full in body and super smooth . light carbonation on the tongue . big and flavorful intriguing and easy to drink in a non session beer kind of way . a top pumpkin beer .,aroma,1.0,1
i m only reviewing this beer because i wonder if i m the only one who notices that this taste much better out of a can or tap than a bottle . this is much better than bud lite but that s all i really have that s postive . i also perfer the old retro logo .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance pours a clear amber color no head was expected nor did one materialize smell caramel oak and dates taste up front it tasted like it smelled but by mid palate it was clear the beer was corked i mean this in the sense of a wine descriptor but you can take it as a pun too and after the swallow it disintegrated into a sour mess mouthfeel light to medium body flat mouthfeel oh well.sometimes you win and sometimes you lose like others have reported this beer has almost uniformly not stood the test of time,aroma,0.8,1
reviewed tap flying saucer houston tx pours a golden colored body cloudy darker on the top . has a frothy foamy white head with good lacing and small bubbles . a nice hoppy aroma . has a bitter acidic taste . a bit unbalanced hoppy . sharp bitter taste . bitter aftertaste .,aroma,0.9,1
as a devout hophead i was seasonally pleased when my lovely wife suprised me with a pack in our beer fridge . the carmel slightly red color is magnificant and the flavor of hops is toned down by its smooth yet rich flavors . thanks to all who celebrate hops this is an excellent american ipa that will be shared throughout the holiday season .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks go out to hoppymeal for this one . a loud pop and fizz are heard as the cap is released from the top of the bottle . in past experiences this isnt a good sign . today was the same story . as the beer is poured from the oz red capped bottle the pint glass is immediately engulfed with foam . one and one half fist of foam and half finger of beer . the head is stiff and meringue like . however it is quite arduous to wait for the head to subside enough to sample the beer . aroma is nutty and hoppy . nice hazelnut aroma with toffee . earthy hops probably english but some slight citrusness in there as well . sweet smelling and some alcohol in the nose as well . well after nearly minutes of pouring and waiting pouring and waiting i am able to but liquid instead of foam to my lips . i am going to remain under the assumption that i am the proud owner of either an infected bottle or an old bottle . nutty characteristics greet the tongue . but with all of the carbonation i am really unable to get a grasp of any other flavor components as my mouth is near the point of explosion as the beer hits my taste buds . way overcarbonated and just not right . hard to get an idea of what should taste like or supposed to taste like so my review is less than positive . perhaps i will get a chance to sample an appropriate bottle but until then my review remains as it stands .,aroma,0.7,1
wow . what a series of ups and downs this one is . pours a nice looking hazy peach color with a thin white head . good appearance it looks refreshing . the aroma alarmingly switches back and forth from tropical citrus fruit to public urinal . the flavor does the same . one second it s fruity and tropical the next moment it s repulsive . the mouth feel is light and crisp and somewhere in the finish is beer flavor . passion fruit is perhaps not a great partner with this wheat beer .,aroma,0.3,0
smell the smell is of coriander citrus and fruit . appearance the appearance is a cloudy yellow orange body with a high white head . taste the flavor is of fruit malt spices and alcohol . mouthfeel the mouthfeel is smooth and warming alcohol . drinkability the strong alcohol of my opinion does n t go well with the refreshing smell and taste .,aroma,0.8,1
a cloudy yellow orange one finger head that leaves behind some lacing . s some grassy notes kind of bland though . really not getting much . t a nice mix of citrus and grassy notes . decent bitterness in the finish . m medium bodied good carbonation and smooth . o except for the nose the beer was nice . one of long trail s better offerings . if i had to pick one of their beers to have i think this would be the one i d choose .,aroma,0.6,1
huge thanks to knifestyles for opening this and later in the night the king s ale . at his recent birthday tasting . can you say epic . a the cork has shriveled so much that it s no longer touching the neck at all but luckily there s a solid plug of wax maintaining a seal . once the cork corpse has been safely extricated the beer pours still clear bright and orange brown . nice legs . very attractive for an ancient beer . s interesting . smells more like a dry nutty sherry than any beer i ve ever had . light acidity pleasant musty woodiness . clear notes of tobacco leather are there from the start and intensify as the beer warms . eventually the tobacco becomes dominant giving the beer the aroma of a fine cigar complete with a touch of cedar . hugely complex old and luxurious it smells like a victorian study replete with cigars old books leather chairs wood paneling and a crackling fire . enchanting . t heavy on the must wood nuts sherry and acidity . the tobacco just does n t come through as much as i d like and thus it does n t taste quite as fascinating as it smells still amazing for what it is though . m smooth surprisingly thin and completely still . i m fine with the lack of carbonation on a vintage ale like this but i expected more body . o i think my description of the smell says it all this was a one of a kind truly memorable beer experience . if you get lucky enough to try this beer make sure that you keep your glass around for a long time so as to enjoy the evolution of its aroma . insane . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
new sexy shaped bottle picked up from a russian shop in antwerp . poured into a westmalle chalice twice looked lovelly deep darkest ruby red black in colour unless held up to the light . the tan coloured head was thin at first then even thinner to give a wisp and collar very quickly soon there was no head or collar . the first smell was of licquorice then coffee then dark chocolate . the flavours in the taste followed very closely to the aromas but a whole lot sweeter . not creamy or really heavy a strange body feel really the abv is there but it does n t push to the fore nor does it arrive late on it s just there . different but not the best baltic porter i ve had by a long way .,aroma,0.8,1
this brew i picked up a bottle to taste . its nothing complex which on a hot summer day is good as is any kolsch . this one had some light carbonation not much head and as it sits even less . though head not a character id be lookng for in this brew . the taste is actually quiet interesting and subtle . i get a smooth light comforting wheaty rye with a slight butter taste after its down the hatch . with the wheat im finding a boiled peanut flavor which is really interesting here and would love to share with others just to see if they pick it up . all in all a great beer to share with others very easy and very enjoyable . the taste here is what would have me try it again with others of course . enjoy . the taste and finding flavors here is what this beer is about .,aroma,0.4,0
poured chilled in tall ale glass a slightly cloudy yellow great carbonation a frickin four finger head . astonishing lacing s lemony malty belgian bottle conditioning evident t crisp bright not cloying hint of apple pear very bright very complex and engaging m silky bouncy this was the first of three beers in a weekend session the other two being outstanding craft beers i wish i had saved this one for last it was so good,aroma,0.6,1
another mexican beer like a mix good for the tequila lovers not for me high smell of alcohol high content of alcohol good option in the coolers this drink is made from the antro a discoteque in my country i try a twice of times and i recommend the tequila and the beer dont go together like the alcohol and drive .,aroma,0.3,0
picked up this bbc offering in west lafayette in during my week long trip back to the indianapolis area . had some rather high hopes for this brew but am left rather disappointed . presented in a stubby brown bottle with a best before date of feb on the label edge hell for certain poured a hazy dark orangy apricot color like overripe apricots . despite a large but rather sluggish amount of carbonation no head formed and no lace was left . the smell an enticing blend of bready malt soft ripe dark fruits coriander and pepper . the taste is where hell for certain lost me . while initially exibiting a yeasty malt flavor with some dark fruit notes it transitioned to a spicy peppery bite and eventually left a sharp metallic tang on the back of my tongue in the finish . the metallic burn lingered long afterward and was a real detractor . the feel was medium bodied with a dry edge . i felt quite let down by this brew . hell for certain did n t get any better as it warmed only imparting an alcohol astringency to go with the palate killing metal taste . hell for certain at least taste wise .,aroma,0.7,1
served on tap at the victory brewery in downingtown pa . body is a hazy straw yellow color with a beautifully thick foamy white head . just a perfect look to this beer . not at all impressed with the aroma though the style is n t particularly known for having a big nose . faint with only hints of citrus and spices . flavor is light and very crisp . light malt and substantial lemons . yeast comes through after swallowing . i would have liked less citrus and slightly more spices in the clove and black pepper . drinkability is good as is expected with the style though it suffers a bit for me with the overstatement of lemons . i am a bit let down by this beer but only because i expect so much whenever i try a victory beer for the first time and i have heard some great things about this particular beer . i think it is a bit too heavy on the lemon for my taste . i m sure i ll give it another shot in the future however .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a deep ruby brown . absolutely no head formation whatsoever even after a very rough pour . it s like this stuff is n t carbonated at all . s smells of rich toasted nutty malt . lots of smooth sweet chocolate . interestingly some very mild grape juice like aromas too . t and my fears are confirmed . hardly carbonated . generically sweet up front . sweetness fades through the middle and takes on a very lightly sweetened cocoa powder flavor . has a dry wine like acidity through the finish mixed with mild hop bitterness . nothing stands out to me about the flavor of this beer . overall quite meh . m as i stated above this doppelbock is severely under carbonated . aside from that glaring deficiency the mouthfeel is about what you d expect of the style . medium to thick body with a sweet maltiness that sticks around long after each sip . overall quite disappointed with this beer to be honest . certainly not anywhere near my favorites from millstream but you ca n t blame them for wanting to try something a little different for such a special occasion right .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into my chimay chalice . a very dark brown extremely dark coffee . basically no head . too dark to see any carbonation . s sacchrine toasted malt coffee grounds . t very sweet to the degree of being unfitting . very coffee like but for me it s even sweeter than coffee ice cream . does not taste like beer . tastes like weak cheap coffee with way too much aritificial sweetner . this is not beer . it s like an off brand cola crossed with a weird coffee drink . m mild sting . kinda like a relatively flat soda . o not a beer .,aroma,0.7,1
the second beer i ve tasted from this brewery . what a great surprise . my introduction to wachusett came through their blueberry ale which left a lot to be desired . this beer poured with a surprisingly full and fluffy tan head that left a nice sticky ring on my glass . sweet and complex with a nice tingly aftertaste . this is a super drinkable porter .,aroma,0.6,1
it poured a clear light brown with an off white head . the aroma was of light malt and hops . the taste was slightly malty with just a bit of hops . the feel was light and crisp . this beer was ok but not much of a nut brown ale no good sweet malt here . pretty much a lightweight effort .,aroma,0.4,0
crystal clear amber syrup divides liquid malt extract with spicy herbal hop flavor and aroma . aroma is excellent spicy and piny . the view is clean as a maple syrup pilsner with spider web lacing around the pint . grainy boozey syrup dominate the character with citrus peel pineapple and tropical fruit burn riding long . amateur hour . what ever happened to clean row and a heavy well thought out hop distribution .,aroma,0.9,1
the beer is a clear deep golden color and produces a creamy white head about two fingers high which shrinks in size rather quick but leaves a very nice creamy lacing on the top . the smell is very rich in aromas . i detect very strong honey notes like wild honeysuckle . there are citrus and pineapple notes as well as malt and grain . the taste is actually not as exciting as the smell but still delivers a great complexity . up front you will meet the citrus and pineapple flavors followed by the malty and grainy notes . i do n t know what happened to all the honey flavors but they are not as dominent as in he smell anymore . the finish will be a nice selection of hops . for some reason i feel that there is something missing in the finish of this beer but i could not tell you what . overall a very decent and nice ipa .,aroma,0.9,1
this pours a cloudy dark orange colour . not a lot of head going on . a big beautiful whack of tropical fruits on the nose pineapple passionfruit . just a little malt in behind it . superb . the tropical fruits are still there on the palate but perhaps a little more resinous than i was expecting . it is really full in the mouth and gives it this great roundness over the tongue . an excellent apa .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a white head . clear straw yellow color . smells moderately skunked and i d suppose the green glass bottle despite looking cool contributed to that . everything about this beer up to this point struck me as bmc . but then with the taste it surprised me . it is very sweet creamy has malt an herbal aspect and a mild hop finish . this is more than your typical bmc .,aroma,0.4,0
had what i think was an older bottle enjoy by date was barely readable i think it said . color was a beautifully clear amber gold with thick creamy white head that laced the glass very well . not really much smell as the hops have diminished over time . taste was good and hoppy grassy and piney but balanced by the sweetness of the malt . as badass as stone tries to be this beer is obviously well crafted and beautifully balanced . body was medium and carbonation was just right slid right down the throat . could drink a couple of these will definately re review again with a fresher bottle to really experience the hop punch in the face smell .,aroma,0.4,0
from january th notes . a careful pour of half of this ml bottle created monster head . there are also some huge bubbles sitting on the remaining liquid in the bottle . a mud brown with an auburn tint . giant head died down to an okay mm leaving sprinkled lacing . subsequent gentle pours always ended in huge head . pretty cool . s malt and hops . alcohol . something reminds me of a pilsner . i also smell something rotten like compost or a fart . t bitter all the way . tastes a little soapy or some other sort of chemical . tonic water . m feels like a full mouthfeel at first but ends up feeling a little watery . probably because of the high carbonation in a watery liquid . d i was really eager to drink this one but after my first glass am not even eager to pour myself a second one . i m having a hard time with the weird bitterness . i love hops and their bitterness but this i do n t quite understand .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer poured a rich looking transparent dark brown . it was a beautiful looking pour for an amber beer . the perfect colour . with a nice creamy head on it . unfortunately i had to put it in my mouth at which point it stopped being a bock beer . there must be a colouring agent in this . at a dollar a bottle i suppose there must be . this is not a bock beer . there is no malt complexity to it so do n t expect any . however it is similar in price to a lot of water beers out there and in comparison to them this is really quite a good beer . put it in the freezer for a while as you should with any water beer and it comes out very refreshing . it s got enough hops in it to make it go down real good and real smooth when it s ice cold . it leaves sort of a thick feeling in your mouth afterwards as if you just drank something sugary or a malty beer . but it does n t taste sweet or malty at all . so i do n t know what that s about . this is a great water beer . you just have to know better than to expect a bock . once you re over the fact that it s not it s really quite refreshing . compared to the standard shiner bock ziegenbock is anheuser busch s answer to shiner bock i assume . it s only available in texas and they ve undercut the price on shiner . however if you re looking for a bock this is much further from the real thing than a shiner . if you re looking for a refreshing water beer this is better than shiner and most water beers . but other than just enough hops to make it nice and crisp there is no flavour aside from a weird annoying aftertaste . the best point about this beer is its keg price . it competes with the bottom of the barrel in keg prices . i do n t know how . keystone might be the only keg cheaper than this . if you re throwing a party and wondering whether to get bud light high life ziegenbock or anything else that costs under it s an easy choice . get this . it may not be impressive but it totally beats piss water and is the same price . sadly this beer is only made in houston and therefore anything outside of ab s houston distribution area does n t have this choice .,aroma,0.3,0
this beer was given to me by my roommate who is from chicago . he tells me that this is the beer of wrigley field and thats why theres a special place for it in his heart . not being a chicagoinian i dont have that feeling and without it i can not recommend this beer to you . its a standard pale lager not much flavor besides the water only real purpose is a nice buzz . so if thats whats youre after this is for you,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle into a rare vos pint glass appears murky and super light in the glass . kind of like a near frozen glass of coors light . not much head but alot of slow moving crazy carbonation . smells very yeasty bready . there are strong coconut notes here reminding me of a day at the beach and suntan lotion . what a surprise . it also tastes like suntan lotion . after the first sip i was expecting sand to crunch between my teeth . this beer is devoid of any positive flavor other than a mild wheat taste . the proper base is present but the foul vinegar taste combined with coconut and an absurd viscosity makes for the worst beer of the my so far. unless you count the weyerbacher merry monks which was also not my cup of tea although i could see someone else liking that one . not this . weyerbacher is the only praised micro that i drink where every other beer i try is absolutely terrible. and the good ones seem to be the higher abv . will be sticking to those in the future unless i can get a single to try .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a nice deep inky dark color befitting a proper russian imp stout . creamy frothy caramel colored head that lingers with large bubbles . s dry biting hops come through with a dark roasted malt earthiness and just a touch of currant or other earthy dried fruit . not too complex or strong of a smell though . t deeply roasted chocolatey burnt earthy bliss . the hops catch the burn malt backbone to create a nicely blended dry slightly bitter flavor with the roasted malt lingering forever on the tongue . no sweetness at all . m soft and substantially bodied without having any syrupy chewiness . d incredibly well balanced beer whose hops and malt come together in unison . not hot or overly powerful either so actually very drinkable for such a substantial and high abv brew . also this beer ages very well so put some in your cellar for a few years .,aroma,0.6,1
a new brew from anheuser busch . had this well chilled in my samuel smith pub glass . poured a cloudy honey color with a pathetic head and lots of mini bubbles rising from the bottom . smell was barely there with a touch of hops . taste was all right a little citrus hops some caramel malt . what turned me off was the stinging on the tongue too much for a sipping beer .,aroma,0.4,0
if you are going to have a flavored beer apricot is a good one . i am starting to worry about my preference for apricot flavored beers . this beer is not going to win any awards for it s head or it s appearance . it stands out on flavor alone . it has a head with a little lacing when poured . the brew is a cloudy orange color nothing to write home about . it s all about the smell and the flavor . apricots and other fruits . the taste follows the smells very closely . no mistaking the apricots . other fruits abound . this is an enjoyable flavored beer that is not tiring . you can drink more then one . keep this one to yourself . your bud drinking friends would n t understand this one .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer is an absolute clone of creme brule whenyou smell it . . . the nose is creme creme creme . the taste to too strong for the brule which takes away from the nose of the beer . the sweetness of the caramel and vanilla is not a good match for the brew . the mouthfeel is a creme brule taste the then the high alcohol content hits you like a lead balloon . i am stillmixed on this one i am a fan of southern tier brews i want to like it .,aroma,1.0,1
second from the sfto imperial series drank side by side with the rest . a they all relatively of look the same . black beer brown on the edges . this one had a little bit more of a head than the brandy version but i d say they re comparable in look on the grading scale . t holy balls this is one of the best things i ve ever smelled . smoke roasted malt a little vanilla some wood and a great rich wine smell that mixes perfectly with everything else . fantastic . t taste is not quite as good as the nose but its still quite nice . it s a little more disjointed as the wine and roast smoke seem a bit more separated but it s still great . some nice sweetness added from being in the barrel . m medium bodied with soft carbonation . o this was my favorite one just due to the amazing aroma . would love to drink this again . once again not sure how this is an f beer but to each there own .,aroma,1.0,1
served a recommended temperature in a foot yard type kwak branded glass . a rusty orange to gold color apple cidery . huge pillowy head that hangs out throughout the entire brew tiny bubbles on top larger ones on the bottom . s much more malty than i would have expected a sweet light caramel type malt . slight apricot sweetness behind the malty wall . very faint spicy hoppiness with alcohol and bready yeasty notes . t sweet maltiness and honey right up front followed shortly thereafter by the alcohol . tart dry finish with warming alcohol . very punchy in its different taste aspects not as rounded as it could be . m rolling smooth . round and slightly expanding . excellent . d good but would be better if the taste was more rounded and the alcohol bite more suppressed .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a three finger light tan head fades slowly leaving some lace . light medium carbonation and heavy bodied . roasted coffee nose . very deep mahogany almost black color . flavor is roasted coffee chocolate and some soapiness . disappointing porter . . for a oz bottle from smiley s beverages dover nh .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a ridiculously clear straw color with a finger of white head . s as soon as i open the bottle i m blasted in the face by really skunky aromas . i m also able to discern some light sweet grain notes . t sweet grain on the front with some cracker and green apple finished with a light bitterness and some skunk that comes through on the finish . m surprisingly low carbonation with a really slick feel and a medium body . d all in all not a beer i d revisit without knowing it s fresh . i imagine it d only be okay even when fresh though .,aroma,0.3,0
pours chilled into a pint glass with a chestnut colored body with ruby tint . cm of thin tan colored head sits atop and quickly vanishes leaving a slight edge layer . aroma is mainly of brown malts with a slight roastiness and nuts . a bit of alcohol hits my sinuses as well . nothing else to note here . kinda boring really but right there with the style . sipping is very nice . a smooth roasty flavor hits my palate slight chocoloate or latte flavor bittering floral hops finishes this one off really . the aftertaste is a bit of roasty malts alcohol also hits on the finish drying it out just a tad bit . body is nicely balanced slightly bubbly carbonation that fizzles to a nice creamy body and a slightly drying alcohol finish . very nice . overall and outstanding session brew . this is a good one to try and very nice for the style .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a bruery snifter mixing the sludge at the bottom . a pours a very dark but translucent brown light through the edges but thick . a very thin but heart head forms and reduces to an island in the middle and a ring around the edge with a little lacing . pretty but not earth shattering . swirling yields more creamy bubbles . s smells sweet with lots of oats and malt almost barley wine ish . also smells like some sweet molasses and dark plumish fruit . a little yeasty smells too . there is some spiciness in there as well with a touch of sharpness from the alcohol . swirling makes this really nice and grainy . very nice . t hrm not really what i expected . less sweet at first but it builds . pleasant roastiness . lots of sweeter maltiness comes out more as it warms . kind of bitter no complaints but it is n t as complex as i had expected . m imo very nice . pretty thick with a pretty good amount of carbonation that comes on on the tongue . carbonation can make it a little sharp but pretty solid . o definitely enjoyable and would buy it again except for the price . a tasty well done beer but probably not a masterpiece .,aroma,0.9,1
another blast from the past sometimes you do n t even need to refer to your notes when it stands out so much but alas for the sake of completeness and accuracy reddish brown pour looked kinda cool purple to pink head . aroma was very sweet not putting me off quite yet . truly did smell like berries marionberries what are those . . wish it was more like oregon blackberries this time of year . taste ugh sweet not enjoyable . not like beer . not balanced . its just like fruit juice . no hops or malt well some of that just berries . nothing to appreciate here and the price did n t help things .,aroma,0.7,1
eye first thing i notice is the poor head formation retention and lacing . other than that it is a cloudy lemon yellow in color . from a craft brew i expect more than an algae type thin head . i m actually really pissed about the head on this brew i mean its a wheat beer malted wheat naturally leads to better head retention . what the hell . . nose heavy wheat aromas in this brew also some hop aromas citrus . very clean otherwise no fruit aromas present . nothing to brag about nothing special nothing that makes it stand apart from others its just average . tongue wow even more disappointed with the flavor of this brew than with the appearance . this brew tastes like one ounce of wheat beer was mixed with eleven ounces of water and thrown in a bottle . this is way to watered down for me . there is a little wheat flavor in there not much more than that and a fresh spring water taste . mouthfeel and drinkability finishes somewhat dry . this brew also has a super light body with higher levels of carbonation okay these are appropriate for the style . very easy to drink goes down like cold water in a hot desert . i will not be buying this brew again . there are much better out there . .one word oberon .,aroma,0.6,1
the picture must be older since the labels have been upgraded . there is a picture of you guessed it two blind monks . the labeler must not have been working to well that day though since most of the labels were peeling of of the bottles . the beer poured a very nice murky brown . the aroma was sweet almost grapelike . the taste just did n t do it for me . no fruit tastes come though and as it warms up all i get is a heavy malt taste . i have no trouble drinking this beer but since i have a case of it i think i will let the remaining bottles hang out in the keller and try it again in a few months .,aroma,0.8,1
ml into a tulip . a deep opaque chestnut an encouraging pour produces only a minor milk chocolate colored head which faded quickly to a ring better lacing . aroma of a belgian stout . roasty bittersweet belgian chocolate . all low notes tiny musty . surprising spiciness accompanies the stout yet without much depth . the dark fruits have n t ripened . aftertaste with a strong tobacco side evaporates ever so slow does n t evolve not really a strength . alcohol would be welcomed if more forward . medium to full bodied mouthfeel . cheers jd,aroma,0.9,1
grabbed a oz of this one for old times sake . now that i know more about beer how does it stack up . white head w a lot of holes vanishes quickly . pours a thin copper . smells faintly like hard candy and a little rice . taste no discernible malt at all . kinda reminds me of a low budget wheat beer though it feels like half flat pop going down . it s definitely smooth drinking . not particularly flavorful drinking but then again that s not why you buy it is it . for a cheap malt liquor it s pretty good though no shame in buying it compared to the average .,aroma,0.4,0
light golden colour with a fake head typical of cub . looks more like bubbles on top of a soft drink . the smell was pure crap . no wonder it is often drank out of the bottle . stale bread wet cardboard corn vegetables heavy minerals whatever it is it is hideous . the taste is n t as offensive but you have to wonder what the taste is . absolutely no malt backbone sort of bitter but not really and too carbonated . you have to wonder when the acidic carbonated bite is all that can be tasted . things got even worse as it warmed up from its intial arctic temperature . drinkability was n t too bad provided it was cold while the mouthfeel is that expected for a micro lager . i ca n t believe that not all that long ago that along with vb this used to be my staple . my tastebuds sure have come a long way .,aroma,0.2,0
not as good as sapporo . i thought the waiter had brought me a bud light . but no it was better . as i ate tons of spicey dishes this beer seemed to dissapear leaving just enough alcohol behind to cool down the heat .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a oz . bottle i picked up in seward into a midnight sun goblet the artic rhino coffee porter is a dark inky black with a small but thick creamy tan head leaving thick foamy lace . the aroma is roasty chalky and bitter coffee . it sweetens ever so slightly as it warms . the taste is metallic and very astringent coffee more akin to coffee grounds then the brewed drink as well as black malt . there is also a bit of sour milk and a touch of hops . not really my cup of tea and i also had a few of the excellent porter s from homer brewing company on draft with dinner a few hours earlier so i ca n t help but compare . the body is heavy for a porter and a bit oily . this was not to drinkable to me way to much coffee and not enough porter . i wish i d had another couple fresh homer brewing co. drafts instead since i wo n t be in town much longer and can get these midnight sun brews back home .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a deep dark brown into a duvel tulip glass . two fingers of frothy tan head that slowly receded to a thin ring . just a bit of scattered lacing . exceptional aromas of caramel sweet cream milk chocolate and vanilla . carbonation on the low side and a fairly light mouthfeel for a stout . malts upfront followed by more caramel and a long finish of slightly bitter chocolate and almonds . does n t quite live up to the smell but still very pleasant and highly sessionable .,aroma,1.0,1
the appearance of this beer would lead one to believe that the were about to have one of those great beer drinking experiences . the beer had the light yellow hue and a great head like all wit beers should have . what was lacking in this presentation was the taste and smell . i could not detect anything in the aroma and the same for the taste . there was a faint taste of wheat but no spiciness or citris taste . not one of their best brews .,aroma,0.4,0
a very pale slightly yellow half finger head faded fast . s very delicate yet strong lemony aroma . t great yeast character elevates the otherwise bland hop malt balance to something very enjoyable . m very smooth yet light . d summertime oh yeah . a fantastic lawnmower beer or gateway beer . it s still tasty enough for the seasoned beer geek too .,aroma,0.9,1
a poured a clear golden steam from a l bottle producing a majestic head that itself tasted absolutely wonderful s this is the beer s weakest point by far . repugnant smell of hops mixed with strong fruit . a little akin to champagne . t exquisite wheat front with some fitting fruit on the background b d goes down extremely smooth without feeling flat at all . some pleasant sparkle . very much recommended .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from ml bottle into tasting glass . appearance black and thick like a stout large frothy head with a tinge of red in it and excellent lacing . smell figs . nooo . anything but figs . honey oak cedar chocolate prunes dark fruits a hint of cherry . taste cherry comes out more in the flavour than the smell . carmel notes with a funky barnyard feel to it . oak in the background . chocolate comes in hiding from the back . no real hops to speak of but plenty of bitterness . mouthfeel smooth and creamy not too much stickiness on the mouth . it does linger but not too cloying . drinkability deciptively drinkable i could finish up this bottle in a hurry and then find out that it s abv afterward . nice .,aroma,1.0,1
pours an ultra pale golden yellow color with a two finger foamy white head that decomposes in d . leaving spotty patterns of lacing behind . the smell is aggressive earthy belgian yeast lemon orange spices and banana . nicely carbonated the complex texture of tiny bubbles and lively bright tangerine complements the slightly understated citrus banana pear flavors . this has got to be the lightest color ale that i ve had the opportunity to consider . . wow . this is definitely a keeper . would like to have a number of these in my go to stash . full flavored.and surprisingly full bodied . it goes to show that you should n t judge an ale by it s color . . at . abv this one is hugely sessionable . . this one from gommer s midtown in kc . highly recommended . .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle purchased as part of a unibroue mixed pack at whole foods in duluth ga and poured into a hennepin tulip glass . a pours an extremely dark brown . it appears black it is so dark . holding it up to the light reveals some amber highlights in just the very bottom of the glass . the head is very small and dissipates quickly . the lacing is almost non existent as well . those factors are what drops it down a bit . s the first thing that came to mind was raisins . it is definitely a dark fruit aroma of sorts . there is definitely a nice malty aroma as well . it definitely wants me to take a sip . t the taste is somewhat disappointing to me following the pleasant aroma . there is n t a lot going on here . you can taste the roasted malts and dark fruit flavors . there just is n t anything that makes me think wow that s interesting when i taste this one . the taste is good but not great . m the body is a medium thickness . the carbonation has this odd effect of being in some kind of no man s land between creamy and astringent . its just not very enjoyable for me . d the flavor is so uninteresting to me that it makes it not very drinkable .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours pitch black with an enormous pale brown creamy head . slow dissipation leaves rich lacings . s surprisingly light smell holds heavily roasted dark malts a bit smoked . rather dry than sweet . strong black coffee . t taste is stronger than smell sweet marzipan like malt heavy roast and smoked . strong black coffee and some dark dried fruits in the back . kind of bready . m medium full body as well as medium carbonation . aftertaste stays for some time and holds a smoked roasted bitterness . o a nice balanced porter .,aroma,0.6,1
visually it s perfect . nice copper color with a fully creamy head . but it has little to no aroma . a very faint burnt wood smell . it has a decent smokiness throughout from start to finish . you can definitely taste the roasting of the malt . a touch of sweetness but not much . the back to finish has a good bit of hops . it like drinking a pile of slighted roasted autumn leaves . and i mean that in a good way . so a pretty tasty brew but to me not really an oktoberfest . it s missing that certain flavor . as an amber lager it s pretty good . but not a good oktoberfest .,aroma,0.4,0
a poored into my trusty dfh snifter . amber colors and thin white head . thin layer of bubbles stays on the top for quite some time . s honey orange ciderlike acidity spice . hops are all over the front of the nose . t sweetness at the front is too quick to leave bitter hops follow quickly . cascade and amarillo maybe . they arent kidding when they say this has san diego style ipa in it and the aftertaste is slightly too bitter for a belgian for my taste . m light and bubbly on the tongue . smooth for over d drinkable like a belgian because its light and bubbly but not so much because the bitterness sticks to the back of your tongue . if youre a hop head this beer is a must . even though i like some ipas im no hop head . i will always think of belgian ipas as less hoppy la chouffe houblon,aroma,1.0,1
this is a beer that i bought in april of and drank july of . it s appearance in my sniffer glass was a brilliantly clear gold color . the head and lacing was white and minimal . the aroma was mainly dominated by hops . there was a pleasant hop candy note and the typical citrus . higher alcohol was also present in the aroma but not overly assertive . the flavor was dominated by an extremely assertive hop bitterness which i expected . what i did not expect was the beer to be hot an out of balance alcohol flavor . this high phenolic character distracts from any subtle hop or yeast notes that are most likely there . overall this is a big beer in every department . unfortunately a possible oversight during fermentation caused it to be a little too big .,aroma,0.8,1
wow . this is one hard core brew . if ever there s been a beer meant for sippimg this is it . served in a brandy snifter . a pitch black . only on the far edges of the snifter can you see a hint of dark brown . there is virtually no head . s brandy molasses brown sugar bananas chocolate and the burn of alcohol . t some dark fruit at first followed by dark chocolate . you feel the burn going down when you swallow but a soft sweet toasted malty finish does a decent job subduing it . of course i m using the word subduing liberally . m mildly carbonated . leaves a sticky residue on the back of the tongue . d this brew is not drinkable by normal beer standards but considering the abv i was able to get through it fairly well . this is an advanced beer for an experienced palette . it will make the average beer drinker cringe . for those of you willing to push the limit this is the brew for you . the only thing that will keep me from buying more is the price . for oz . . .,aroma,1.0,1
full on english hop character in this one . tea like floral with rich toffee caramel undertones . bready with minimal sweetness and moderate bitterness . it does a good job of retaining a fluffy khaki head and has a deep fossilized amber coloration . aroma is a little funky bready but slightly stale . there was a hint of floral hops initially but they seem to have disappeared . low carbonation and full bodied . lingering dry finish with tobacco leaf and light herbal bitterness . overall an easy drinker and a good example of an english ipa .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours quite a bit darker than i expected without much head what was there left very quickly which was bone white in color . the beer itself is amber ish or maybe a dark copper . s the smell on this beer is extremely weak i could barely even pick up a hint of anything . it seems to be a bit citrus y and maybe slightly floral . when you think of pale ales or at least when i do i think of a huge aroma that leaves your mouth watering . this does n t quite do it for me but obviously i will give it a shot . t the beer comes across very sweet from the outset and then has a slightly citrus y bitterness that lingers a bit . the contrast is good but the tastes are not quite up to par for me . there is some sort of unpleasant lemon taste in this beer that just does n t do it for me . the malts are bland to the point of barely coming through and there just is n t the hoppiness that i d expect from a pale ale . this beer honestly tastes like the brewer was really short on supplies so he threw in the rest of what he had and then tossed a couple of lemons into the mix . not a fan . the . abv is not noticeable but if i m going to drink a lot of this type of beer i d rather have something that either hits you with good taste and hops or is quite a bit less alcoholic . m the mouthfeel on this beer is very watery an extremely light body and it seems to be quite carbonated . you could definitely sit back and drink a bunch of these on a summer day if you wanted if you can get by the taste . o honestly i would not have pegged this as a pale ale if i had n t seen the label prior to drinking it . nothing really stands out about this beer to me in a good way at least .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle purchased from lcbo in toronto . pours a poor fizzy pale gold . little head and no lacing . decent malty aroma . first taste is sweet . very sweet . the taste remains syrupy throughout . the malts do n t balance out the sweetness and the hops are not noticeable . not an enjoyable beer .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a dark brown with a good tan chunky head that lasts a bit . little lacing . bunch of brown floaties in the glass as well as some bubbles . digging in for scent but only find some light sugar and booze scents . huh . ok big punch in the mouth for flavor . bunch of brown sugar almost like sugar crystals with dried fruit like fig or dates light bitterness some yeast some fruit like an apple bruise or baked apple skin . cleaner than expected finish . what can i say . lovely beer . oh and let s not forget the alcohol which is always there . medium to fuller bodied with some carbonation . overall what a great beer easy to drink complex and delicious . . for the point whatever ounces . do n t be cheap because this is worth it .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a pint sized bottle into a becker style imperial pint glass . look nearly black in color as the style would suggest with deep amber and orange hues with a frothy creamy coffee colored head . very lovely appearance . aroma roasted malt oak dark chocolate molasses hints of brown sugar and coffee . taste roasted malt with oak and coffee presence of dark chocolate but not overpowering minor hop characteristics but relatively no hop flavor with very slight hints of licorice . ok flavor overall but nothing to brag about . feel it honestly feels like a light fizzy water with a bit of prickly sensation not all that enjoyable really . drinkability not all that great the texture really kills my desire to drink it . it has a nice flavor but it does n t work well with the thickness or the level of carbonation and it really makes it almost undrinkable . i can easily say that unless i get the chance to try it on tap or on cask i probably wo n t having this one again . to sum up looks great smells great tastes ok but the feel and the taste do n t really work so its hard to swallow .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer pours a light amber yellow with head that does not lace . the smell is a little sweet and citrus like . the taste is clean with citrus and the normal wheat malt experience . the beer is very crisp so it becomes very drinkable and very session able .,aroma,0.6,1
a gift from a friend who went home to germany over the holidays . this poured a typical pilsener pale yellow with a decent head that quickly subsided smell is a tad skunky but not terrible . this one makes up for that really quickly in the flavor department bitter in the initial flavor finishing with a beautiful aromatic barley malt finish . the bitterness in this beer is actually quite refreshing and this one goes down really quite easily . i m very disappointed that this wonderful pilsener is not available here in ontario . this is one of those brews that i would say to get if it is available to you as it is quite good . highly recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz bottle poured into a duvel snifter appearance redish brown color aggresive pour yielded no head . lots of sediment floating around on this one smell this smells sweet and rich brown sugar plums raisins red wine grapes taste feels like i m drinking red wine instead of a belgian brown . red wine grapes booze is prominent mouthfeel so much sediment floating around in this one that the first couple of sips felt like a slushie remove the sediment and the mouthfeel on this one is a bit thin for a belgian ale no carbonation to speak of here which is puzzling me a bit drinkability compared to other bsda s i ve had this is far down the list in terms of beverage quality . i may have gotten a bottle that was n t stored in optimal conditions but with all the nice choices out there for bsda s and factoring in the price for . oz i ca n t see myself re visiting this one .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle purchased as a mixed pack from jovi in gatineau . pours a pale clear gold with decent head . reasonable malty aroma . flavour is relatively straightforward though not too bad for what it is . decent earthy maltiness with a light hop profile . not a bad lager . re rated down a notch after a second bottle that did n t impress .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance clear light tawny in color . off white head that dissipates to a thick film leaving delicate lacing . smell honey nut cherios comes to mind very grainy cereal malts with blunt nutty aromas all held together with with a honey sweetness . bits of grassy hops in there too with the slightest bit of alcohol . really a lot going on but still subtle amazing balance . taste i was pleasantly surprised by the amount of flavor and the balance . very much like the smell . most flavor comes out in the finish . very malty and mildly sweet the hops keep the sweetness in check . mouthfeel chewy but loose and easy to swallow quite refreshing with a wet finish . overall not the best maibock i have ever had but still quality and for the price it ca n t be beat . i reccomend this gem as a go to example of the style buy it by the case .,aroma,1.0,1
i drank this straight from the bottle as most people would not a glass . in this review i m not going to simply repeat what has already been said about the artificial watery taste and all . instead all i m going to say is that this beer despite the fact that it wo n t win any awards is fantastic at being what ab wants it to be . obviously targeted at the corona crowd it s meant to be a good beer to drink while with friends at a party or relaxing and it is exactly that . it s very agreeable in a larger crowd and is a refreshing and easy to drink beer . i think it s important to understand what the purpose of a certain beer is when critiquing it and in the case of bud light lime it shoots and scores . this is the kind of beer you drink around a bonfire . this is the kind of beer that goes well with buffalo chicken pizza . this is the kind of beer you get when you re throwing a party and i appreciate it for what it is in that regard . it s a lighthearted beer to drink while having fun not to be analyzed for complexity which is why it rubs some of the serious beer tasters here sourly . i see and respect their view as well but if you re a casual drinker you very well may enjoy this brew so do n t let them scare you off . i also like the lime flavor despite others saying it s too overpowering . it adds much needed character waking up swill that would otherwise be snooze worthy . anyone who drinks beer should at least give bl lime a shot in the right setting unless their friday nights consist of chatting with the book club or crocheting socks .,aroma,0.4,0
served on draught into a great divide sampler at the great divide taproom yesterday . not paired with food . reviewed from notes . expectations were that it would be average . cost was . usd . a pours a half finger head of fair cream and thickness but terrible retention . colour is a nontransparent copper . sm lots of fruity tones a light air of vinegar and malt . moderate in strength . very pleasant and inviting . t quite bright and fruity with some hops over the rye foundation . the rye does n t come through a whole lot in the flavour . it s more complex than expected and quite balanced . built well and with care . mf smooth and wet . light on the palate . complements the flavour . the rye adds a touch of welcome coarseness . dr very drinkable especially for a rye beer . i d maybe have it again but it s nothing special . i do n t know that i agree with its current classification as a marzen nor do i think would the brewery .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into pint glass bottle on very fresh a poured bubbly two finger width foam large bubbles form with very active carbonation emanating from the bottom and sides of the glass rich golden amber color solid lacing forms around the glass s fruity malt smell peaches grapefruit flowery yeast aromas overwhelms the senses slight hop backdrop of grass hints of vanilla smells fresh t hop flavors hits immediately after first sip i was not expecting that with a combination of malt flavors coffee toasty flowery aroma masks the hop flavors absolutely nothing what it smells like at first dry bitter aftertaste m solid build consistent viscosity throughout creamy crisp feel with perfect amount of carbonation d at first i was incredibly shocked by the taste hop overload smooth definitely a unique experience i could finish a couple of these in minutes or less great beer highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
somewhat hazed reddened amber with a modest head . spicy cidery aroma . sweet bread raisins mild holiday spices clove and chocolate . just a bit of dried banana . more spiced flavors than a typical weizenbock . dark fruit apples banana and bubblegum . tart and drying with high carbonation that keeps the creaminess down . pretty good .,aroma,0.9,1
. oz bottle poured into an imperial pint glass a pours a very cloudy dark straw color with some sediment floating about . looks very enticing . s sweet malty nose with strong notes of molasses . only detecting the faintest hint of hops . smelling this blind i would not have guessed ipa . t malt forward with a subtle dry hops finish . the first part of the taste reminds me of the maltiness i would get on a dipa that would be followed up by a bitter hop wallop only the bitter hop wallop never comes here which is fine by me . however a little more hops bitterness to balance off the malts would be welcomed . m full bodied and creamy . o not exactly what i was expecting for a beer labeled an ipa but it was very tasty . it could use a little more hops balance but overall i did enjoy it and could have several of these in one sitting .,aroma,0.6,1
part of a blind tasting that included nelson duet and pure hoppiness . nelson was my least favorite and pure hoppiness was my favorite an incredible beer . a duet has a bright yellow color with a tiny bit of haziness . as a fellow ba pointed out this beer looks like a glass of pee . poor head retention with somewhat decent lacing . s pleasant smell lemon soapiness and piney hops . t piney hops is about all i get here . a little bit of citrus hops and a little bit of malt but not enough balance in my opinion . m just so so . pretty thin . d the thinness of this beer makes it quite drinkable . the only limitation to the drinkability is the painful intensity of the pine hops that overwhelm any other flavors in the beer .,aroma,0.8,1
poured on tap at the brewery and into a pint glass . pours a very dark opaque with cm of milky light brown and clingy head dissipates to an oily surface layer . aroma leaves a lot to be desired honestly . mild bakers chocolate with a roasted toffee smell . nothing exciting expected . flavor is very nice . sweet chocolate malts come through and become even sweeter by the finish . a rich creamy bitter mocha flavor comes through as well with a burnt coffee aftertaste . tingly carbonation for a stout makes me scratch my head a bit . it balances itself out and becomes more creamy and smooth but the finish is not as chewy as hoped for . somewhat watery . overall a tasty brew with an okay body . abv is rather high for a basic stout . i want to give this a true thumbs up but i just felt it was lacking that something .,aroma,0.6,1
saw this at central market this week and figured i should pick it up . we do n t get double bastard here so i figured that this was the best way to go . i m so lukcy . served in a great divide balloon glass . the beer pours a deep dark red with a brown tinged white head . the head is thick as all heck but does n t stay around for long . if there was more to the head i d rate it higher . . but i just ca n t justify it . the initial nose is wonderful . first comes the hops . arrogant bastard was the first truly hoppy beer i had and those wonderful hops are still seared in my mind . afterward comes the american barleywine sweetness and thickness . malty as all heck . there s also a slight hint of vanilla . i actually can smell parts of all bastards in here awesome . the taste is slightly disappointing relative to the nose . the hops take a bit of a backseat and the booziness takes over . maybe a bit too hot and not hoppy enough . wish it were better . i can get some oakiness but it s more muted . i m a bit disappointed by the way this came out . that being said this beer has good carbonation and is pretty drinkable for the size . i just wish the flavor was n t masked by the huge booziness .,aroma,1.0,1
clouded amber and a strong smell of bourbon . this beer can not be judged by smell alone . the description lists vanilla coconut mint honey and bourbon and i can say that is as accurate as it gets . you can easily taste all of these flavors . it lacks the distinct three floyd s taste but like all f beers this one will not let you down . do not pass up the opportunity to try this brew .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a dark brown with ruby highlights around the edges . a perfect two finger tan head forms that sticks throughout . sticky spiderweb lace is left in sheets . i do n t think a beer could look any better . s a light roasted malt aroma with coffee and chocolate . though the aroma is not very big . an odd mineral aroma detracts a bit . t a great roasted malt flavor of smoke peat coffee chocolate and toffee . excellent . m d a medium to full body . so rich creamy and smooth . really easy to drink . just a little to much alcohol for the perfect session beer . though you will be hard pressed to find something more enjoyable . this is almose perfect on cask . one of my all time favorite beers . this is a must if you see it on cask .,aroma,0.7,1
very large pocked head with a side view of meringue leaving a lace curtain over a clear orange body . not much in the way of scent . straightforward dry hoppiness is level from first sip to lingering aftertaste . this beer is quite session able for its style .,aroma,0.4,0
a clear pale gold topped with a thick white head . head fades slowly and leaves some spotty lace on the glass . s very faint aroma almost nonresistant the only thing i can pick out is a slight sweet note with floral hints . t honey and ginger not overly sweet but not much to balance it out either . the lavender makes and appearance about midway through very floral and slightly cloying this carries to the finish with is dry . m light in body and medium in carbonation somewhat sticky sweet on the palate . d the . abv makes it easy to drink but i dont think ill be going back for another . nice longshot experiment but not one i want to see repeated .,aroma,0.4,0
massive head over clear copper liquid . nose is cherries and sour funk . wow this is bitter . on the dryish side with a chalky earth and intense bitterness . acidity is much lower than expected . otherwise getting the barest hint of some grapefruit . i m a little underwhelmed by this one the unbalanced bitterness obliterates any subtleties . i m not loving this .,aroma,0.8,1
personally i ve helped polish off several cases of budweiser and i must admit if this was the only beer left in the world i would still help polish off some more . the appearance of bud is about what you d expect golden with bubbles and some head . honestly i ve never really cared for the smell of budweiser . it kind of reminds me of funk but not overwhelmingly so . depending on how long the beer has been in the holding vessel the taste can be any where from acceptable to bad . if its fresh expect the lager taste of malt and hop . all in all i feel that budweiser deserves its spot in the convenient store cooler . when you re kicking it with your buds and need something readily available to get wasted on budweiser would be a solid choice .,aroma,0.3,0
our group thought this was not bad for a blueberry ale and in fact some thought it was the best they d had . its main advantage is a drier taste than the sweet nose suggests . but it s also not bursting with flavor . worth noting that our fruit beer sympathizers especially the women predictably liked this more than the stout heads . overall average .,aroma,0.8,1
good in the flavor there is not a lot to say simply is not very bad with a marked consistency of corn and fizzy with the food is acceptable . bad the color is a ugly yellow the smell is evil refreshing on one hand but with old essences and carbonation have little body with a current and common foam .,aroma,0.2,0
appearance completely flat pour is a deep amber brown . smell extremely tart cherries acid mushroom funk barn horseblanket leather and oak taste extremely sour i could n t get the taste of this one out of my mouth till dinner the next day . similar to the smell vinegar lots of must mold leather oak and sour tart cherries . mouthfeel completely flat drinkability low due to the non existent carbonation and high vinegar element you would not want to finish the ml bottle yourself . very big step in the right direction though . it completely wrecked my stomach and digestive system if you know what i mean,aroma,0.9,1
this was a very good stout . most of its failures may be attributable to the glass i served it in pilsner . it was an opaque black in color . creamy thick head . the head was gone pretty quick . very little aroma . some roasted molasses type scents . the flavor was on point . full bitterness up front then some bold roasted flavor in the back . creamy and thick in the mouth . very tastey molasses notes in the aftertaste . some notes of coffee or chocolate were also present . this six pack will be finished with great joy and hopefully in better glasses .,aroma,0.6,1
year bottle packing to move and what do i find but a loane bottle of this in a cardboard box . hmm i think guess i need to drink it . i remember sharing a bottle about years ago with a gaggle of other bas . this one is all mine gready bastard am i . this pours an oranged basked copper color with a tan head that matches the color on the label perfectly . i look at these two next to each other and woder if i have not walked into a paint shop and someone mixed my color swatch perfectly . the aroma is fantastic . it has all the elments of a wonderful malt bomb and just enough hop remnants to keep it interesting . i can also detect a spicy almost herbal quality not sure if it is from the hops but it keeps me wanting to sniff this rather than drink . flavor wise this is a bit thin but quite potant . i am surprised that this is only . as it still has the lingering hot presence . in fact i am willing to go out and say that this is a bit past its prime . there is a harsh malt flavor here kinda like a loaf of bread with just a bit too much flour thus a bit pasty . the hop character is totally gone . i remember when we drank it about ears ago that it was still there alas this is disappointing on the palate . and thus a leason learned keep up to date with what you have and where it is .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . wax topped bomber into a pint glass . absolutely pitch black even held up to the light . a solid inch of foaming dark brown head that leaves nice rings of lace . a very attractive beer . powerful aroma . moist sweet raisins at the forefront with bitter chocolate roasted malt soy sauce and sweet sherry behind . barely just barely alcoholic as well . taste is initially dominated by raisins as well . finish follows with some bitter chocolate sweet raisins and a kick of alcohol but a fairly small kick given the . luxuriously rich velvety mouthfeel with just the right amount of gently massaging carbonation to keep it from cloying . high abv precludes a high drinkability but it s very enjoyable . very good brew .,aroma,1.0,1
ozer bought as a single from oliver s beverage albany ny . poured into an imperial pint glass formed a white head over the clear coppery amber brew . thick head lasts very nicely with tons of sticky lacing . aroma is ample grains with light hops character . taste begins with average malt levels hits with a tart fruitiness in the middle and then balances with some soft bitterness . mouthfeel and drinkability are hurt by the seemingly out of place tartness in the middle . made me not want to revisit this one .,aroma,0.8,1
can a very light straw color . huge foaming white head that falls away quickly . the bubbles in the head appear as if they re actually in a race to see who can die sooner . leaves no lacing down the glass whatsoever . i ca n t smell much in the nose at all but what s there is n t good this almost smells foul . i m just glad the aroma is a faint one . smells a bit like old corn and a touch of plastic . tastes like tonic water with a hint of some sort of grain . the mouthfeel is similar to water and i no longer want to drink this . lt lt pouring down drain now gt gt,aroma,0.2,0
a watered down light orange s not sure t light carmel and hop flavor . m carbonation with light body d must be deprived of beer for weeks to truly enjoy this . ok i know this beer is lacks true flavor but has a better taste than other light beers out there and that is what it is a light beer . and one of the better ones in my opinion .,aroma,0.4,0
a very light amber beer with not much of a thin head when poured . the aroma is skunky with a malt presence that is not pleasant . what it lacks in smell it makes up for in taste . a citrus taste with a crisp hoppiness that i really enjoy . the hop taste lingers well after drinking this beer . i have had this on tap before and it is even better that way,aroma,0.3,0
black labeled bottle with purple trim . i m on record stating that i do n t care for the design of the new imperial beer series from the boston beer company . plain and boring . the trimming colors are n t too appealing to the eye . however it does pour a beautiful pitch black with almost no head . the lack of head is a little disappointing . does n t emit a great odor just a little light coffee and chocolate notes . i am also visualizing red apples . the taste is an absolute home run . very well balanced i was shocked that they nailed the style on their first try i think . smooth chocolate malts and lots of coffee . fairly boozy with an excellent hop bite . ash lingers in the aftertaste . some tart cherry does end up sneaking in somewhere in there . mouthfeel is chewy and bold . a good alcohol bite makes this brew a little less drinkable but that should even out with time . overall this is the second bottle i bought because the first one impressed me greatly . great beer from the boston beer company nice job jim . by the way the bottle says . abv .,aroma,0.6,1
bought a four pack of this for . it must be new in oz . bottles . . bottle reads oak aged imperial ipa . wow ca n t wait to taste that one two of my favorite tastes . wood sy and bitter . pours a light brown color with a big head to it and tons of lacing . smell reminds me of a forest with the usual hoppy aromas . taste is a lot like the minute but with the oak kick in there what else would you expect . . has a bit of a strong alcohol taste well it is abv but it s wicked smooth and absolutely delicious . very well balanced and drinkable . maybe a tad under palo santo marrone for my fav dfh beer but damn i love that a brewery can make something as good as this .,aroma,1.0,1
i m such a sucker for a great bottle label . pictured is an abominable snowman or a yeti hence the name . this one s going in the collection . no apparent freshness date though there is a code of ybs. . i suppose if i could decode that i would know . anyways on to the beer . pale yellow with almost no head at all . i ca n t smell much of anything in this . at least it is n t skunky . taste is n t much either . some sweetness apple a bit sour in the middle and finishes dry . drinkable considering the abv . worth a try i guess if you re looking for a strong lager from india though far from great .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a dark black color nice tan head with great lacing down the glass s smell is sweet hint of vanilla . also some chocolatey scents t similar to the smell the vanilla really comes out here not overpowering though but you can tell its there a bit more than what the smell was like . lingering sweetness as well as chocolate flavors . earthy hops in the aftertaste m velvety smooth beer very nice o i must admit this beer did not sound good to me at first . i am really glad i tried it one of the best porters ive had in quite a while . will get this again for sure .,aroma,0.7,1
a poured out of a clear bottle . . . a clear orange ruby color with a one finger khaki colored head of foam . minimal lace . s smelled like it was light struck a little skunky . otherwise grassy aromas are present . t it tasted grassy grainy and of a light roasted malt flavor . fairly bland . m it was crisp and sharp with a dry finish . a light bodied brew . d two negatives clear bottle called an ipa when it clearly is not . basically it s an average english pale ale that could suffer from light issues .,aroma,0.4,0
reviewed from notes . pours a rich cloudy orange with small head and medium retention . smells skunked kind of like heineken . very catty musty funky unfortunately not in the good way . stayed that way as it warmed . i love two bros. but damn that smell is awful . mouthfeel is thick and creamy good carbonation levels . taste is mostly wheat followed by a little alcohol warmth and grassy hops . taste has absolutely nothing reminiscent of the smell oddly enough . this is my first wheatwine ever and while very interesting probably not something i ll drink two often .,aroma,0.3,0
this stout pours dark brown and sits in the glass black and looks thick . the head is creamy thick and brown sugar brown . the brown lacing finely sheets the side of my oversisised merlot tulip crystal . exceptional . smells intense . hops coffie spice smoke ect ect are all in here . some off smells i do not like . taste in a nutshell tastes intense . this is a huge beer . roasted chocolate covered espresso beans describe this one all wrapped up in a thick chewey mouthfeel . alcoholic burn and hop burn in the swallow and aftertaste . can a ris taste any better . no . there are about in my book that are a in taste and this is one . yum . i could drink several bombers of these and keep on going this is such a drinkable good tasting strong ris . i only have one . so now i am going to finish this beer and watch season one of m a s h which i got for christmas . for me christmas is today with this port treasure .,aroma,0.6,1
a oz . bomber dated jan served into an imperial pint glass . difficult time getting a solid pour as the head continually threatens to crest out of the glass . when i finally do get a decent oz . pour i m left with a beer that is clear and copper brown in color with loads of tight active carbonation which i find unusual for a bottle conditioned beer . a big finger head of dense tan foam caps the glass receding ever so slowly leaving trails of rocky sticky lacing down the sides of the glass . a generous cap remains atop the glass for the entire drink . s nose is crisp and clean and reminds me more of a german lager than an english ale . not detecting much malt or any other discernible scents but i do get a fair amount of grassiness with a slight medicinal quality . t m taste is certainly making up for the smell and difficulty pouring . caramel malts and doughy gritty grain coat the palate accented by some nice herbal hop bitterness . extremely well balanced . smooth and creamy with carbonation that s tight and tingly . finish is bright crisp slightly sweet and pleasingly bitter . perfect for an esb . d o a perfect blend of caramel malt and herbal hops . the balance and back and forth of flavors are what kept me coming back . a highly quaffable beer that gets better as it warms . i d love to try this cask conditioned . the rollicking pour did hurt the overall score here . nice to see an even balanced beer from a brewery known for it s more over the top offerings .,aroma,0.6,1
i m always in conflict about reviewing old or flawed beers . of course i did n t know it when i bought it and there is no way to identify the age on this one without markings on the bottle . too bad as the initial presentation is respectable . dark roast with strong coffee overtones . just a hint of oxidation but not enough to distract . smallish head is really only mark on this . black as night . tan thin head but persistent . flavor just does n t have it and i m not sure it ever did . some staleness but the good flavors are lacking . it does n t resemble the aroma in any form . too bad . there is an annoying sourness tartness that just does n t fly here . body is very thin too and lacks the softness expected for style . really hard to finish this glass . i m going with this review since others have not found this beer up to snuff either .,aroma,0.8,1
a zero head when poured liquid is a dark pink rosy color with a fair amount of opacity . some sediment in every glass . s smells a bit like a cider with green apples and pear aroma . very sweet t not a typical beer that is for sure . has a cideriness with strong notes of green apple pear and plum coming through . sweet with a little bite but not so much that it makes you pucker or reach for a glass of water . delicious beverage . m moderately carbonated medium bodied d very drinkable . could easily have an entire bottle of this to yourself without sweetness getting to you .,aroma,1.0,1
man what have i drank of these . pours a clear straw pale almost no head or lacing . aroma is a big put off of alcohol and sweat . taste i dunno its probably sympathy or something but this stuff just became an acquired taste during the adolescent years . had it again recently just have to admit its not that good . but you know thanks for the memories . no hops or malt just cheap beer w o a slick ad campaign . a desireable alternative to bmc this does have its own unique taste going for it and yes there is taste . something a little fruity never would i describe this as a cream ale .,aroma,0.4,0
well it was my go to during my stay in beijing and hey it did it s job . now that i m back home i thought i d take the time to review it . appearance is a pale ish clear yellow colour with a finger soapy white head that dissipates into almost nothing and leaves nothing in terms of lace . smell is of light grassy hops and grain with a good amount of minerality to it and a bit of cooked vegetable and dare i say it canned roast beef . . . . . . . do n t ask me why it s just the first thing that pops into my mind . weird to say the least . the taste thankfully is somewhat better than the smell . it features notes of grass grain and biscuit flavours with a decent amount of caramel an again a touch of minerals . the finish is actually decently pleasant with a nice balance between the sweetness of the malts and the light bitterness from the hops . not too bad just a bit subdued . mouthfeel is typical macro light watery and crisp with a crisp clean finish . overall this is a pretty drinkable lager . aside from the nose there s nothing too offensive about this beer at all . it certainly goes down easy i could see myself having a few of these with some chinese take out quite easily as the food would likely overpower the nose of this beer . not very impressive but not overly disappointing either . it is what it is . i ll say this though it did taste better closer to the source the price was better too . .,aroma,0.3,0
i do n t quite remember the batch number but it was not more than a couple months old . the appearance is stuff of legend bottle conditioned with sediments floating in the snifter beautiful cloudy amber body and a hotd s huge off white head rocky sticky like a snowy mountain chain . aroma is mostly complex stages of hops it s easy to believe there are varieties there s the big american c hops character combined with the refined english ones . very relaxing to sniff on and ultra complex like a touch of vanilla on fresh citrus grapefruit . in mouth this dances on the tongue nice effervescence creamy full bodied complex malt sweetness and an obvious balancing yeastiness . this is a delicious big generous beer . long life hotd . tasting this with my buddy martint we came to the conclusion that given the choice to pick only beers from a same brewery to have an infinite supply of hotd with fred and adam would probably win over quite anyone . high fives jazz,aroma,1.0,1
i ve been glancing at this beer for a while now at my local grocery store and when it went on sale i thought eh what the hell . i was n t really impressed with it overall . it pours fairly well at best . it has a clear golden color with almost no head . almost no bitterness or hop flavor but still a strong honey taste to it . pretty easy to drink almost like a light beer .,aroma,0.4,0
along with other reviewers i had serious problems decanting this beer . heavily carbonated and immense foam retention qualities . the extra export poured a huge rocky head in to a pint glass . it subsided gradually after a few minutes and i was left with a firm bubbly head that would n t quit . the nose was a little musty and frankly off putting . perhaps this bottle is n t surviving too well . palte side the stout is aging quite well . strong roasted characteristics from black malt and even handed piny and resinous hops in the finish . alcohol levels are noticeable but even with full bodied texture . there s a touch of smoke and char soy and miso as well as dark roast chocolate nibs . slightly acidic and atringent .,aroma,0.4,0
sf toronado . a deep amber copper dense caramel colored head near non existent lacing . aroma is wonderfully thick gravity holds it in check . lots of dark sugars including brown lots of dark cookie spices . i do n t sense a barrel . flavor collapses the experience tremendous letdown as the scent gave much promise . a medicinal note but not of the phenolic quality presents itself and ca n t be ignored . full bodied mouthfeel . if you accept this favor it could be your cat s meow as it is unique . cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
appearence pours a reddish dark brown with a thin quickly dissapating beige head . smell the nose has chocolate and coffee stout aromas but there s also an underlying smokiness that gives it an almost imperial rauchbier smell . taste and mouthfeel very smoky . nearing rauchbier levels with the background being more porter like than stout like with chocolate and roasted malt notes throughout . a decent amout of hop bitterness but it seems uncalled for . thin and unsatisfying mouthfeel for a stout . drinkability and overall call it an imperial rauchbier and i love it . call it an imperial stout and i ll call you a liar . all i can taste is the smokiness . i m reviewing by style here . if we drop styles and focus on how it tastes this is a pretty decent brew .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a very hazy dark amber almost red color . not much head but a thin frothy ring of tan bubbles sit around the rim of the glass . s the smell is very balanced and i am loving it . mild fruity esters mix with sweet bourbon vanilla and coconut to form what is probably the best smelling beer non ipa i ve had before . t the flavor is in line with the nose . lots of fruity esters hit you right up front . the middle features some sweet bourbon and more fruitiness . the finish is very nice with coconut vanilla bourbon fruity esters and ethanol . m well carbonated a bit of heat full bodied tannic . d fantastic barrel aged barleywine . great job mayflower .,aroma,1.0,1
live review . poured from a oz . bottle into my clean clear cooperstown beverage trail pint glass . there was only about ounces in my bottle as it was short poured . oh well . . at heinen s in willoughby hills ohio as a single . a an active looking blonde body of yelow orange brown with carbonation actively rising up . short lived but interesting light yellow head that was also very active with lots of movement quickly dissipates to a single ring around the edges . body has some sediment floating in it which is not a surprise since the label announces it as bottle conditioned real ale . s nice yeasty malt sweetness with light citrus notes . if any fruit i would have to pick lemon with a hint of peach possibly . interesting and inviting smell . t light malt yeasty taste with that light citrusy taste as well . this is pleasant enough but a bit unadventurous . also it is not very complex offering the tastes described without much more . the very beginning of the taste is the same as the distant aftertaste and every point in between . m moderate with carbonation that dances on the tongue but a light citrusy feel with that . abv seems to be on the low side maybe around . . d really good as i believe is intended . notes a more sophisticated beer than i expected but it lacks complexity depth for me . i would think that this is one heck of a good choice for a hot summer day s bbq . lastly the promise that the look and smell provided was really not carried over for me into the taste and feel .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle . a pours a clear golden color no head lacing or retention . some very small bubbles rise from the bottle of the glass but otherwise not a whole lot going on here . s acidic hard to inhale harsh . some light oak grapes floral hints . really though the harshness is what you get from the start which is obviously off putting . better as it warms . t a nice sour tartness oak chard grapes creamy and fruity . kinda reminds me of a sauvignon blanc profile a bit . very good . m light crisp rich and dry finish . d if it was n t for the off putting nose to start with it would be excellent . however the nose dings the score a bit . i have no problems drinking this one again but it s so f n rare i doubt i ll get the chance .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours from the bottle into an imperial pint glass looking like cranberry juice with head . the body is a dark red with a pinkish tan head that rises quickly but disappears rapidly leaving some lace on the side of the glass . s sour cherries are noticeable before the glass reaches my nose . there is an extremely strong cherry aroma with a hint of sweetness like a jolly rancher or a sweet tart . t the aroma carries well into the taste as the sour dark cherry hits the palate first and then gives way to the sweetness which tastes more like a jolly rancher than sweet tart . m this is one very heavy syrup like beer that has a noticeable carbonation that leads to the crisp dry tart finish . it certainly carries some weight in the mouth as it is consumed . d this was an excellent after thanksgiving dinner treat . this is a beer with real good balance of sweet and sour perhaps too sweet to drink the whole ml bottle at one time but a great beer to share with friends . after the first few sip i had to break out some dark chocolate just to see.chocolate covered cherries . every trip to wisconsin will require at least one or two of these beauties coming back with me .,aroma,1.0,1
a pale yellow with moderate carbonation and little head retention . s fusel alcohols mix with creamed corn to create a rather unpleasant bouquet . it s a good thing that the aroma is rather repressed from the cold serving temperature because it is the worst aspect of this brew . t off dry with notes of bread and corn not much else to it . i will say that it has fewer off flavors than most other macro lagers . m light body with moderate carbonation . i would have liked a bit more carbonation to clear away some of the corny flavor . d what can i say modelo is on par with the american macro lagers but offered at a premium import price . if money s not an issue to you give it a try . it does have a character of its own as all macro lagers do but it is not anything that should elevate its price to what it currently is .,aroma,0.3,0
poured into a shaker glass . virtually no aroma at least to my smeller . pours a fairly light amberish color mouthful kina average at best . taste is fairly decent i d say pretty decent for a summer brew but i wo n t go out of my way to pick this up again . lemon is very faint . decent but . .,aroma,0.4,0
a long time favorite of many colorado folks i tried this one on tap in durango . my glass was delivered to me a bright yellow color with almost no head perhaps the pour . and very little lacing consequently . the aroma was crisp lemony hops and dry grains with lots of wheat presence . the flavors were at first lemony and wheat like but it quickly paled . i just never got much more . the body was watery medium light and the carbonation average . not unpleasant just forgettable . as with many popular beers i think people like it because it s easy to drink thus easy to get f ed up on . but really i consider it one of the weakest beers this brewery produces .,aroma,0.8,1
i have had this beer at several locations . most resently at the beer stube in moline il . i have had worse hefe weisen but there are many that are much better . it appear to be a bit darker than most hefe weisen . it lacks the hint of banana that so many excellent hefes display . any hefe newbies should go with something of a little higher quality . please do not think that this a typical hefe .,aroma,0.7,1
ml bomber poured into tulip a a hazy amber with a large three finger light tan head that falls fairly quickly and leaves no lace s much more spice then pumpkin but its all good ginger nutmeg allspice and cinnamon mix very well together i could spend some time smelling this stuff t taste is not there compared to the nose the spices kinda blend into a single pie spice flavor with out being able to single them out still quite nice but i prefer the smell m fairly light and quite smooth just enough carbonation and almost a nutty after taste o with mellow pumpkin its more like a low alc winter warmer too me anyways bomber went down in under minuets mind you i m thirsty this evening but that should count for something pretty well suited for the first day of december like many rogue brews its not cheap and that may be the only thing preventing me from buying another,aroma,0.9,1
i picked up a can of this brew on a trip to ontario . drinking at cellar temp poured into a pint glass . the beer pours a nice clear amber color with a small fluffy oatmeal colored head foaming up and fading gradually . aroma is grainy malt and some herbal hops but also just a touch of some unpleasant plasticy phenol notes . uh oh . first sip reveals an average body and fine rolling carbonation . texture is a little watery . flavor is caramel and husky grain with some herbal hops in the background . the flavor is probably the best thing this beer has going for it . not an outstanding flavor but certainly not awful either . i probably wont buy this one again .,aroma,0.3,0
the batch pours a pleasing orange red with a light tan frothy head . the aroma is very faint with weak notes of ginger and nutmeg . the taste is fresh and crisp with malt up front and fading to a dry finish with hints of mace and clove . this is not a bold winter ale . it is very subtle and dry with little notice of alcohol . for those who feel that most winter warmers or x mas ales are to spicy and strong then this is your beer . the more you drink it the more it grows on you . its complexity lies in it dry finish and soft spice flavors . for me this is a room temp beer or just very slightly chilled . anything colder and there will be little or no taste .,aroma,0.6,1
presentation poured into generic pint glass appearance amber body with half finger white head and good lace smell very bready but not much more taste bready with a lot of caramel and some tea like hoppiness mouthfeel medium with a hint of dryness drinkability it s going down quickly,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to thirdeye for this one . pours a creamy darker colored finger head that fades semi quickly no lacing over pitch black thick baltic porter like with nice legs . nose is a great baltic porter tons of dark roasty malts lots of chocolate some coffee dark syrupy molasses and brown sugar caramel vanilla baker s chocolate cocoa nibs light chewy oats just a hint of earthy hops i think . taste starts with lots of roasted malts again chocolate baker s and cocoa nibs bit of burnt coffee some oats and creamy malts fairly creamy some vanilla and caramel light syrupy flavors a bit boozy . it has almost no carbonation and just seems overall flat and water like something is missing esp the body . finishes syrupy and mouth coating with some sticky syrupy tastes and chocolate lingering . mouth is medium to thicker and a bit syrupy but just missing a lot of the body and almost no carbonation . overall decent it has a great nose and some good flavors but missing the body a bit boozy and it just feels watery and flat .,aroma,0.9,1
a cloudy yellow body that looks like grapefuit juice . no head . s no scent or at least nothing i could distinguish . very disappointing although external smells could be to blame . t super smooth . just a nice mix of flavors with nothing standing out . very unagressive flavor mix . m super light . d as low as i rated this one in all the other categories i find it to be amazingly drinkable . i think that s mainly due to the smoothness of the flavor .,aroma,0.4,0
this pours a translucent golden copper color with medium head . smell is extremely fruity primarily peaches with some apples oranges and lemons coming through as well . taste again brings out a mixed bag of gummi bear fruit flavors finishing with a strong bitter hoppy punch . this is a pretty interesting and unique beer for the style . a pleasant surprise .,aroma,1.0,1
oh dear . this is a gateway saison . this fair golden lass comes laced with pepper . and i ca n t think of anyone i would n t trust more than someone who does n t like pepper . huge pepper aroma and a very pronounced and balanced flavor . the pepper mixes well with the slight sweetness dryness of the beer leaving in its wake the savory finish . easily drinkable and just as easy to share . thanks to the lovely folks at elysian fields today very gracious hosts .,aroma,1.0,1
a not much of a head and the pour comes out a very mellow orange color which i am guessing is supposed to look like pumpkin . s smell of pumpkin all spice nutmeg and some good sweetness . i m a sucker for the pumpkin pie smell i ll admit it . t leaves something to be desire . tastes like pumpkin pie slapped on top of a light beer . which makes for a weird combo . m over carbonated . has kind of a strong after taste . o decent not great but the main argument is that it seems like one thing slapped on top of another . i genuinely do like the smell of it .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a dark brown bottle freshness dated proclaiming all buzz no bite . almost no head just a tiny white fringe . smells just a bit of honey not much scent to it really . first taste is . thin . expected from a pale ale but sadly almost no hops to it . very crisp . mouthfeel is thin as well finish is a bit dry . i could drink this while working hard outside but would n t go out of my way for this one . not sad i bought a sixer but probably wo n t pick up another .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a crisp crystal pale straw color and sits a lightly hazy gold in the glass with a fizzing white head that fades fairly fast . smells of wheat malt orange light lemony zest and apple grape overtone . some dates in the background and a whimsy splashing of some spicy hops . very attractive nose . taste is muddled malty sweetness up front picking up some golden raisins and dried apples along the way . pretty dissapointing after that . goes through a bland array of bittering hops and malts very few other flavors . very subdued hints of orange . finish is well bittered . light medium body creamy and full piercing carbonation . sparkling would be the term for this still refreshing . not a bad choice by any means makes for a good appetizer .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance is a lovely apple cider like orange with no head . no bubbles . smell is perfect best smelling sour i ve ever had . smells like horse fart hay and wet golden retriever . unbelievable . taste is also great bitter and harsh lemons that are so strong that i think my soft palate is swelling . it s thin light and refreshing . huge thanks to tog the original glazeman for far and away the best sour i ve ever had . this gem was everything and more that i could have ever expected .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear and darkish straw yellow with a big white head . lots of carbonation providing lots of bubbles . smells in short some of the worst smelling beer i ve ever had . simply terrible not just saying it because of the style either and yes it was fresh . there is a gross alcohol smell and a nearly rotten grain smell to the concoction as well as some corn husks . tastes better than the smell but still unimpressive . very grainy which could be a good thing but not here . the only evidence of hops are moments of bitterness . there seems to almost be some off flavors but then you realize this is just the character of the beer and reflects the smell . it s fairly crisp and smooth but gets watered down the warmer it gets . taste and smell make this much harder to drink than any other american macro i d normally rank much higher for drinkability but this really did almost make me feel sick . even regular olde milwaukee s beast is much better,aroma,0.2,0
bass pours with a reddish brown with an uneven head of off white . this beer is lace tastic . i dont think that you could find more lace on a french hooker at christmas . it smells like slightly rotten apples and butter if only french hookers smelled like bass . mmm it tastes a bit musty and fruity with a medium body . hoppy and finishes with a slight pucker . there is lightly sweet malt to it but nothing that is out of place . i dont know what to say about this beer except that it is an old standard . nothing great it is exactly what you should expect out of an epa .,aroma,0.4,0
this is an imperial red ipa clocking in at . . they have used more hops per barrel than any previous beer made . they hop it during the boil then dry hop it once it cools and then they dry hopped it one more time just before filtering for good measure i suppose . the hops come through but the beer surely has a sweet malty side as well . when poured it has a deep red mahogany color with a rich creamy tan head . the crystal and amber malt flavors shine through in the mid palette . the hops have a bitterness up front and then carry on through the palette and stay for a long finish . i would say that this beer is much more malt driven than most of the west coast ipa s out there . there is a real quality to the expression of malt character in this beer . i am never sure what flavors other than barley to equate the red malt to but this beer has a lot of it with tons of layers . the alcohol shows a bit too much which is characteristic of stone s beers but is not offensive . maybe a bit out of balance but it is easy to tell that there was a great effort put into this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
regular pour in to the pint glass gives me a clear coca cola brown colored beer with an ok light brown head . smell is sweet and quite hoppy smells a lot like raw carrot . sweet chocolate and coffee aromas that are heavier . little bit of candy caramel and vanilla in the scent but not too much . taste begins metallic and bleh . unbalanced hand with the dark roasted malt . taste sour and burned and metallic . mouthfeel is a spit . yuck . did n t care for this at all . tastes like a home brewed frankenbeer . avoid .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz . can into a pint glass . bought a pack days prior drank most of it at a frat party while at my alma mater for homecoming . a i like the golden straw color most adjuncts have but that s usually my favorite part . no real head or lacing though . s the grain and metal come through far too much here . this smell automatically makes me think of watching sec football in a fraternity basement and being unable to feel my face and that s not as fun as it used to be . t about what you d expect for an adjunct barely hoppy grain flavors kind of bland . i do n t mind it very much but there s a whole lot better . i think it tastes like beer but that s because my first or years of drinking beer were nothing but macro lagers . m not really anything to report . not offensive though . o it works . not much else to it .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass with no indication of drop dead date . a poured a light caramel with hazy opaqueness . a less than one finger head that quickly receded into a thin spidery cap . some minimal lacing present . s cherries duh . but what smelled like very sweet cherries . a little touch of barley could also be detected . t surprisingly not much there not even a cherry taste . it was not strong or bitter in any way but no distinctive wheat taste either . disappointing . m light bodied not much aftertaste to speak of . tasted mostly in the back of the mouth . less than average carbonation . d sadly just nothing here to get excited about . not even a session type beer . might as well drink tea . it d be stronger . just toured the sa brewery in jamaica plain . glad this was n t one of the brews we sampled .,aroma,0.8,1
pours dark brown out of the bottle and appears black in the glass . well looking tan head lasts well . aroma is mainly awful smells mainly of socks and super citrusy hops no malt complexity . flavor however is different and quite complex . fully flavored with an incredible malt complexity . sweet dark fruits with layers of chocolate roast and coffee character . nice mouth feel . very nice imperial stout .,aroma,0.4,0
big thanks to joepais for helping remove this from my wants . poured from a brown bomber into a pub glass . i should have side poured as the rigerous pour has produced a gynormous inches of tan foamy exceptionally long lasting head . now i must wait until it receeds doing so is proving a challenge . the color on this is very unique havnt in recent memory seen a beer with color like this . its semi transparent through its dark ruby merlot like color with a glowing amber in there too . very nice warm redish color . the head has receeded leaving about a half inch of retention or more . the head has left behind thick cakey lace trails . this beer is really impressing me the appearance is great and now taking a few wiffs brings more joy . the aroma is fairly sweet plenty of malted sweetness some cereal grain aroma if butter could be made with a citric orange peel extract then this is what that butter would smell like . floral hops pine and a minimal touch of grapefruit . off a swirl there is a touch of hop spicieness in here unfermented clove honey absolutly delicious . the taste is not as sweet as the knose would have suggested there is some sweetness upfront but quickly it drops out . hops stir things up and bitter this thing down to tastebud damnation . seems to be alot of earthy hops with pine and overall hop bitter bite . the aroma fooled me into thinking this would be well balanced it is still a great beer . the hops seemed subdued in aroma and have starting packing a punch into taste . quite a bit of carbonation in here deffinatly more then desired . its slick though with a heavier body then expected . there is some heat to this as well into the swallow and lingering . alot of the balance i was hoping for is gone and that malty aroma is now not present in the flavor as much as hoped . drinkability is definatly there but with the heat it has lowered my score just a bit . i can handle this one bottle but more then one would probably drunken me up . super glad i got to try this . i m pretty interested would years in the cellar would do for the taste bringing down some of the hop bite and balancing the taste as well as removing the warmth .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at alembic for sf beer week . met sam from dfh there . he is a hell of a brewer one of the best in the business . this beer was unbelievably good . a pours a deep red color with a small off white head . s this beer was like a beer wine and cheese party in one glass . aroma was ridiculously appealing sweet malt caramel maple vanilla oak some dark fruit and alcohol . wow . t similarly complex with sweet malt red wine smoke vanilla blue cheese weird i know but it worked . oak and bourbon . m syrupy and smooth fairly full . d this was a sipper but drinkability benefited from the fact that it tasted so damn good .,aroma,1.0,1
vintage ml bottle poured into a tasting glass . appearance very murky yellowish gold color and ample viscousity sit neatly in the glass with minimal carbonation . looks soupy but still appetizing . white head develops and quickly subsides with no lacing . smell lemon and muscat grapes . smells very sweet and potent . probably honey or even clover honey . interesting taste bittersweet lemon flavors dominate at first and give way to muscat grapes and a honysuckle like sweetness . yeast flavors . sourdough midtones and a tart finish . this is the one area i thought this beer was lacking in . mouthfeel creamy and slightly carbonated . satisfying to drink . drinkability average . i was disappointed in the actual taste of this beer . the smell and appearance are such wonderful experiences that the flat taste is a bit of a disappointment . however if this is truly authentic then i feel pleased to be tasting a part of history . i also feel that this is a necessary brew for the public to be a part of so that more is learned in the history of beer .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a pint glass a dark brown with a nice head that settles to a sticky film . nose is mostly grainy pseudo adjuncty malt . a sip is lightly toasted dark malt some caramel . not too complex just right on the money . medium to lighter body and good carbonation in line with the style . something rich enough to be substantive but clean and light enough to be quite drinkable . i have n t had a proper dunkel since germany and this one brought me back properly . sessionable for sure . prost .,aroma,0.6,1
first imperial beer i ve tried that was n t at a beer fest.or first imperial beer where i was n t already drunk or got drunk enough later to where i do n t remember . appearance ahhh . lets just say i understand why its an imperial beer . if darth vader was drinking its blackedy black goodness it would blend in with his outfit unless it was in front of his blippidy blip lighty light thing . the froth at the top would stand out too . its not black but pretty close . what you would videy the blackest a cloud in the sky could get . smell eh.i could n t smell anything . taste as always with one of my reviews i ca n t quite put to words what i taste so i ll just blurt out some words . sweet.or bittersweet with percent sweet percent bitter . hazelnut . i know weird right . coffee chocolate and more chocolate . mouthfeel smoooth . it s funny really the way it teases . it s like a seasoned stripper . it s just a hint of the taboo not too much to turn you off . drinkability dangerous . i could drink it all night . i would not drink this on a farm .,aroma,0.6,1
this was poured from the tap at the brewpub . the color is jet black with a small head . the aroma has a minor roasted malt smell but not really inviting . it has a rich chocolate and roasted barley flavor . there s not much hop flavor to speak of but it is well balanced . it has a very full body with low carbonation . this is a good stout not exceptional but tasty . it s a decent drinking beer but probably not my preferred choice of the evening .,aroma,0.4,0
next in line from the single hop series . appearance is exactly the same as all the other ones in the series that i have tried so far a deep orange color slightly hazy with astounding levels of carbonation and deep fluffy head with insane lace . even though the single hops series sometimes flops in taste and smell somehow mikkeller has nailed down this near perfect head and appearance in each iteration of the series i ve had . mouthfeel is medium bodied and nicely silky in texture on my tongue . if there is anything to nitpick here it is that perhaps the carbonation may be a wee bit too high for some folk s tastes . and now we get to the only part that i find varies significantly in the single hop series the taste and smell . i smell a light earthy tone with faint peppery spice notes on top of the standard caramel malt . the lightest nuance of hop presence yet and quite frankly almost boring . tastes much of the same but less boring because there is also a medium sized dollop of grassiness to the hop presence that is absent from the nose . and i do n t mean skunkiness as in cannaboids . no what i mean is more akin to a field of fresh sweetgrass dappled with clover . and there is a severe lack of core bitterness to counterbalance the sweet malt so much that it feels unfinished . just like others from the single hop series. so overall challenger seems to bring grassy herbals with a light peppery spice finish to the table . nothing wrong with that but one can easily see from this why it is often used as an bouquet addition on top of another hop variety which provides the core bittering .,aroma,0.6,1
a a vigorous pour yields one finger of brownish orange head resting on a hazy red brown body . the head settles quickly to a ring of foam and leaves little lace . s the spicy phenolic aroma hit me as soon as i opened the bottle and once the beer has a chance to open up in the glass it expands into notes of chocolate dark cherries raisins almonds pepper cinnamon and lots of clove . t fruity flavors of pineapple and banana followed by darker raisin flavors as well as some sourness . the spice kicks in towards the middle with cinnamon cloves and pepper along with some roasted grain notes of chocolate and dark caramel . hop bitterness comes out during the finish with long lingering notes of chocolate rum tobacco and a bit of alcoholic warmth . m medium to light body with moderate carbonation . there is a good bit of residual sweetness initially but it dries out in the finish . d very complex beer that manages to avoid being overbearing despite the high alcohol and big flavors . the smell is absolutely spectacular reminds me of samichlaus but more interesting . the flavor is quite interesting as well and i really like the way it finishes but there is something about the initial sweetness or phenolic character that i find a little cloying . the sourness at the beginning is a nice touch that adds some balance .,aroma,1.0,1
i was able to sample this on sep at the nrnberg altstadtfest along with caitlin . had two . l mugs each costing . . this one was an amber honeyish color . the clear liquid had a light off white head which was foamy and creamy and lasted well with good lacing . aroma was well restrained with dark malt notes and roastiness coming forth . smooth all the way it also had a good medium body . had nice light roasty malts and a hint of sweetness . suggestions of toffee were also present with subtle floral hops finishing things up . a solid session bier quite drinkable . zum wohl . . . look . smell taste feel drink,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle purchased at either party source or brilbeck s syracuse ny . poured into an imperial pint glass formed a bright white head over the slightly cloudy golden brew . dense head lasts nicely with coating lace . aroma is tart and a bit earthy . taste is lightly sweet to start a touch of citrus in the middle with a rounded clean close . mouthfeel is very smooth and drinkability is excellent . nose put me off a bit but somehow this excelled enough elsewhere to overcome .,aroma,0.6,1
on first appearance the color is nice being a rich golden hue . i poured from a bottle and there was n t much head . the smell is oddly like dirty river water which kind of turned me off at first . after tasting however i was pleasantly surprized by the fruity apricot flavor that dissipates into a sharp but nice aftertaste that is not too bitter . overall i think this is a good beverage that will give you a chance to try something a little different from the average pale ale .,aroma,0.4,0
this bottle was purchased as a pack from world market with other ss beers poured into the samuel smith glass that came with the pack . pours black as night with thick dense foam . foam looks like insulation foam. smells okay not a whole lot going on mostly dark malts . tastes great not in your face with flavor but it s delicious . the real star here is the mouthfeel it is soooo smooth and the consistency is perfect thick enough to feel stouty but not syrupy at all . great stout i recommend .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to a ah unnamed but generous ba who dropped this bottle in as an extra to a winter time trade . a brewery i had n t heard of before always a good thing . nice bottle . pours flat oily dead black . no hint of carbonation which is a bit disconcerting . smell is lactose sweet like a milk stout not strong . sadly this is not a good beer . i m not sure if the lack of carbonation is the sign of a bad bottle or if this is just naturally putrid . there s a touch of sweet but the overwhelming taste is of burnt acrid dirt stomped coffee grounds . the taste is only slight sub average but the aftertaste this leaves with your normal beer drinker is appalling . makes me want to go brush my teeth with steel wool ice cream . drinkability not good . drain pour for both myself the wife . too bad .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage pours a reddish caramel with a offwhite head . no head retention or lacing huge oaky fruitty boozey nose beautiful t dryness raisins dates breadyness with a slight booze presence up front . caramel rummy flavors follow . huge praline profile little vanilla as it warms . finishes plummy dry sweet extemely complex mf vinous syruppy rich failry low in carbonation this is a sipper the overwhelming sweetness dryness slows you down a little . a nice if expensive indulgence that went down smoothly if not so quick this boxing day,aroma,1.0,1
turns out that the brewery says this is all barley but i swear i took one whiff and it was all cooked corn . obviously if there was n t any corn this beer is seriously off . pale yellow golden body is really clear and almost catches the light nicely but is n t quite dark enough . the head is bone white and fades quickly . the flavor would be nice without the corn flaw and if they dumped in a bunch of saaz hops . has potential but this new brewery needs to clean up some problems .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into a tulip glass . age of bottle unknown . fine white head that disappears quickly after pouring . color is a beautiful clover honey colored orange red . aroma is a sweet malt candy smell bready with a note of ginger and sourness . taste is a very malty slightly bready doughy flavor that quickly is overcome by dryness . there is a slight yeast bite and a spicy finish . this beer tastes almost as good as it smells .,aroma,1.0,1
nice beer . not a great saison but a very good one . fullbodied yet crisp . a really great balance of earthy peppery and fruity flavors . great mouthfeel . very refreshing . not the funkiest saison but i kind of like that . almost a saison belgian pale ale cross .,aroma,0.6,1
a light golden color very very clear light head dissipated almost immediately s little to no aroma weak malt smells remind me of spilled lager on a tile floor t mostly malt at the forefront with barely discernible hops and a slightly banana aftertaste m crisp but not as refreshing as i d hoped d i love a good pilsner but this left me underwhelmed just not enough flavor and character,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into a tulip . smells much llike a cold fall day . brings back strong memories of halloween and pumpkin pie . not as much spice as in the other pumpkin beers i previously tried and reviewed but overall i think it smells the best out of all of them . it poured a very nice ambers with medium carbonation . a bit lighter than the other beers but with a abv it certainly is n t a lighter beer . i have very high hopes for this beer . unfortunately . those high hopes are shattered upon tasting . from a brewery with a reputation such as southern tier i expected something a bit better than this . i do n t want to say it s . bad but it is certainly on the lower end of the pumpkin beers i have tasted . where i think this beer would benefit would be from the addition of more spices . one can taste the pumpkin mixed with the alcohol but it s not exactly a pleasant taste . the weyerbacher imperial pumpkin ale for example uses cinnamon and nutmeg to add robust flavor to the beer . the southern tier falls a bit short as you get a subtle hint of pumpkin then alcohol then nothing . for a beer you do n t get much alcohol bite at first but it certainly is the predominant taste afterwards . i have another bottle of this in the fridge so if i have any additional thoughts after trying that one i will add them here but as it stands now i m quite disappointed with this beer . apparently this year is a bit worse than previous years so i m hoping i can try a vintage version of this .,aroma,0.9,1
had this beer at a beer festival in montreal . four ounce pour into a tasting glass . a yellowish purple light looking and very clear . s definately floral grassy and violet . t sweet and berry like kind of like thin pancake syrup . m sugary light d not a great beer but worth a try . i would not want this as a session beer fear of getting beat up . however really who is doing anything with wild flowers . try it at least to expand your horizons .,aroma,0.8,1
i ve been waiting to try this beer on draft before i rated it and it s very delicous . a a dark carmel color with a good frothy head . spider web foam left on the glass . s smells of malts hit of hops and alcohol . t somewhat sweet and alcohol taste but yet balanced . m light to medium feel yet smooth down the throat . d very drinkable beer but not too many in one night due to abv but definetly wish this was around alot longer then it is .,aroma,1.0,1
mmmmmmm . the aroma is of piney and citrus zest and juicy citrus . ca n t barely detect any barley in the aroma . it pours an almost clear golden hay color . with a thick and creamy but slowly dissapating head . the off white head leaves in its train thick beautiful lacing . the flavor is pretty bitter but not realy harsh but not smooth as a babies behind either a little too bitter imo . there is grapefruit and pine resin in the flavor . nice lingering dry bitterness in the finish . full bodied . another great big beer from the brewers at stone . thank folks . thank the lord jesus for the hop harvest .,aroma,1.0,1
got this one at a beer tasting . no real head on a standard golden looking beer . nose is fruit some light spice . flavor is mediocre grain and malt . mouthfeel is medium standard for the type . overall a mediocre beer not one i d seek out by any means .,aroma,0.8,1
a this was a dark golden color with amber highlights . it poured with a small big bubbled head . s earthy tart wheat lots of honey sweet toffee and a nice floral hop heat combination . bit o honey candy comes to mind . t tasty but not all that complex . sweet toffee and honey up front joined by flowery hops towards the middle . there is a lingering semi tart wheat note . m pretty near still not bad for the style but a bit more would have been nice . o one of the better examples of a style i have a hard time liking . kind of one dimensional but i d buy it again .,aroma,0.9,1
sampling a chilled sample scored from ppoitras . thanx man . the beer is poured into a snifter and exudes a rich deep chestnut color with some ruby tints . small beige head foams up and fades slowly to a substantial surface layer . aroma is ripe fruit with pears apricots dominant and a brief hit of grassy hops pokes thorugh . further sniffing reveals a slight smokey scent as well . overall the aroma is very nice . first sip small tingly carbonation and average body . the texture is a littel less syrupy than i hoped . flavor is much less complex and rich than the nose advertised. some toffee and fruit followed by a very clean yet somewhat empty finish . some mild hops on the finish and then the beer is gone . overall ok but the beer is built up in appearance and aroma only to dissappoint a little .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from oz bottle into surly goblet a dark brown with about a finger of tan head that left some nice lacing as it faded s not a strong as i would like has a little roasted malt and slight coffee smell t lots of chcolate coffee and some carmel from the sweet malt milk combo m nice and creamy o the flavors really come through and leave me wanting more the only downfall is the lack of smell from this one if it smelled as good as it tastes it would be great,aroma,0.6,1
thanks go out to hoppymeal for this one . pours from a oz bottle into a pint glass . black brew with dark maroon highlights . light chocolate colored head of decent size with decent retention as well . terrific chocolate and coffee notes with some fruity hints as well . seems to be more fruity than anything . slightly alcoholic in the aroma as well . perhaps raspberry coffee is the best way to describe the aroma of this elixir . taste is slightly bitter with coffee on the tongue . fruits are a little subdued . alcohol is more noticeable . plums and raisins are prevalant . some chalky flavors as well . not bad . a different porter . sweeter and fruitier than other porters . pretty dry on the finish and again chalky in the end as well .,aroma,0.9,1
a orange golden hue slightly opaque with nice head . a pumpkin spice cinnamon nutmeg clove and a hint of mild citrus make for an inviting nose . t quite spicy upfront tastes like it smells . immediate bitter after taste . spices mask the abv well . m lightly carbonated with surprisingly watery consistency for such a strong flavor . dry bitter after taste leaves you ready for the next sip . d spiciness prevents this beer from being a multi pint but one tastes damn good after dinner . overall it s a tasty beer but one is enough . i now know what i m bringing to thanksgiving dinner .,aroma,0.9,1
nothing that i will look for again . first thing i noticed was the skunked aroma not a great way to start the beer . dark colored with a thin head and a little bit of lace . fairly rich flavor but had a tiny metallic finish . so basically the aroma is pretty bad and the finish tastes like metal . since this smells like a skunk and is the color of one i think i ll stay away .,aroma,0.2,0
had this beer out of growler that was less than minutes from the tap . pours a golden cooler with a white head similar to bud . no hops to be found to the nose or tongue . for a double ipa this beer was lacking the ibus for sure . would say more of a pilsner and less of an ipa for sure .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a bottle into a pint glass . this beer is a nice black with amber on the edges . about a half inch of head that fades quickly . aroma is very light a slight chocolate and malt . taste is better than i expected with such a light aroma . hints of malt and chocolate and a little coffee . coats the mouth a little which i tend to like . a solid beer nothing too fancy just good .,aroma,0.6,1
beer emerges from the ounce brown bottle a murky rust color with a tiny off white head that disappears quickly leaving some splotches off lace . nose is spicy vanilla wintergreen sweet malt molasses and a few other thinks not bad mind you certainly different start is sweet with a sudden rush of bitterness light grain profile and top light in feel . finish is bitingly acidic the aftertaste dry and clinging a sure change of pace for me not bad not good drinkable as something out of the ordinary .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a ml bottle into a tulip . thanks to bauermj for bringing this over . appearance this has a dark brown hue with light brown edges . totally flat no head or carbonation . smell the aroma is full of brandy . nice red grape molasses caramel smooth malt notes . taste since it is flat the flavors blend a bit too much together . molasses and caramel provide the malt sweetness . brandy and some dark fruits add some further depth . mouthfeel the fact that it is totally flat brings this down quite a bit . thick and syrupy with a fair amount of stickiness . some burning in the throat from the brandy . overall it would be interesting to try this beer if it was not totally flat .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pours a healthy head with a brilliant amber color . nice lacing throughout smell it just smells sour . i have to say i ve never smelt an amber i ve enjoyed . taste slight citrus slight hops slight malt . overall it tastes kinda bitter not in a highly enjoyable way . mouthfeel over carbonated to me though if you get past that it does n t feel terrible on the tongue . solid and slightly oily . drinkability this one did n t get good marks from me simply because the bitterness does n t sit well with me . in closing i do n t know if i ve ever come across an amber ale i like but this has been the most tolerable .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle split between a pilsner flute and a ml snifter . a very thoughtful holiday gift from someone that pays almost as much attention to the beers i ve tried as i have . not generally a pilsner fan but this was my first imperial and i was quite intrigued . look opaque orangey bronze hefty head with decent retention and light lacing . a little sediment out of the end of the bottle . this beer really wowed me out of the bottle though it s much darker than any pilsner i ve seen before . smell bold yeasty funk grassy hops and banana and apple notes . mild alcohol . interesting scent if somewhat overpowering out of the snifter . out of the flute i got almost nothing . again it s interesting but i m not a big fan and the funk seems out of place in a pilsner . taste fairly mellow after the smell mild hops light malt and some alcohol . nice but nothing in particular stands out and it s a bit heavier than i d like . mouthfeel snappy . crisp moderate carbonation smooths out quickly and finishes cottony . pretty decent and definitely the most pilsner like attribute this beer has . overall as i mentioned i m not a big pilsner fan as a rule but this beer grew on me a bit as the bottle emptied . it s definitely enjoyable though i probably would n t pick it up again . i do have to dock it points though because it really comes off to me as a crisp apa rather than a pilsner . i appreciate what the brewers were trying to do but it s got just a bit too much going on and the elements do n t all mesh well for me . not as clean as i was hoping for if that makes sense .,aroma,0.4,0
glass pint glass temp cellared approx degrees good medium to dark amber color . decent one and a half finger head . fairly good retention . darn good lacing . not really as much smell as i would expect from the average pumpkin ale . minimal pumpkin notes along with light pie spice notes . small malt presence . good pumpkin flavor with the spices buried underneath . much more of a pumpkin ale than most others which tend to rely on the spices for flavor . creamy yet still light enough for macro heads to probably enjoy . i find this one to be quite drinkable . most likely by mass audiences with the right marketing .,aroma,0.4,0
interestingly strong yet easily drinkable a nice style of pilsner on the harder side would go great with a burger and fries most impressive characteristic is the ridiculously noticeable smell that came off slowly just after the pour with the carbonation you could accidently loose track of how much you ve had lacked any other flavors other than the hops could be just a matter of style preference,aroma,0.9,1
sapporo reserve from the typical kinda cool pilsner style oz can . the can has three stalks of barley on it . pours significantly colored golden yellow . explosive head even when lightly poured although it dissipates quickly and leaves very light belgian lacing on the side of the mug . a blast of skunked hops and adjuncts assaults the nose when first poured but it settles down considerably when its resting in the glass . initial tastes were not pleasant but as it warms up and settles very sweet malts start assert themselves . a mild adjunct flavor also seems to dissipate as well and the flavor literally warms up leaving some biscuit flavors and a hint of jam . what hops it has are employed to clean up the aftertaste leaving a clean mild malt taste . cripes i want to not like this beer but it is surprising flavorful light bodied and easy to drink . worth a try .,aroma,0.4,0
serving type oz bottle appearance massive inch head very foamy . tanish yellow with red tint . kinda looks like hopdevil smell yeast some hops mild floral armoa . malts and barley are present . also smell some plums and oranges taste well it took forever for the head to die down . what i got was a super yeasty bitter drink . not much alcohol is tasted . not much hop taste either . the malts are buried under the yeast . im not to impressed with this one . mouthfeel ekk i get a bitter sting on the tounge then thats it . a very lame sour aftertaste . drinkabilty with each drink i became more displeased with it . the yeast is so overpowering i dont enjoy anything else about this beer . im not going to finsh this z and im sure not going to buy this again . this was the first failure from victory for me .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle ordered from bevmo online . medium golden in color upon pouring . dry malty aroma . slightly fruity . does n t real smell like a wheat . bready malt flavor along with a bit of hoppy bitterness . finish is fairly bitter . would never have picked this beer as a wheat . drinkable beer but do n t expect a normal german kristallweizen .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer came a hefe like cloudy orange and gold with a thin creamy head . smelled powerfully of apricots and a crazy wild yeast . the pungent smell reminded me of black earth and turned milk in the russian river supplication sort of sense . im guessing there are a lot of strange bacteria at work here forming this beer into something very unique . tastes of powerfully sour nectarines oranges and raspberries . the flavor is so intense its hard to identify just what fruits were used here . it nearly tastes like vinegar its so tough . theres also a sour milk flavor here as well . fortunately theres a creamy apricot in the finish . wow . when the waitress said its very sour she wasnt kidding . the mouth feel is thick and the sourness really puckers the mouth quite a bit . however if you drink this slowly you just may enjoy it .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap reviewed from notes . a brown . dark dark brown black body and a sticky icky tan head . s intense hops i do a double take after sniffing this one . piny a bit fruity very pungent . t too much . there s roasty malt and some coffee notes for a second and they re completely obliterated from the zippy minty herbal piny hops . yes that s a lot of descriptors . they re all there . orange peel pine resin and mint leaves . the hops are pulling my tongue all over the place and do n t give me a chance to sit back and explore the beer . after my tongue recovers from the assault some ashy flavors peek through . not doing the beer any favors . m abrasively hoppy too much too confusing . good carbonation though . o meh . ssr is a much better beer this one is just disorganized and a tough nut to crack . i wo n t be revisiting this one no chance no way .,aroma,0.8,1
another hook up from a fantastic auxiliary member of the canquest tm einweizenbitte who is one of the more prescient cantacts in this madness . i have no idea of his background or employment but he is language fluent well traveled tack sharp and generous to boot . many many thanks . he often refers to me as herr konigsberg which is allen konigsberg s original surname before he inverted his first given name to his current surname and took on woody from a source unknown to me . brilliant . how about some crack glug . that sounds like a water street girl s come on actually . whoops . suggestions welcome . i can not convey in words how adept i have become at the inverted pour from a can . the idea is to begin with a weak flow and then totally invert the can . it results in a head that is to die for even off of some cheap aal plus you can totally experience the nose . i had two rocky fingers worth of bone white head that fell like wile e. coyote from a cliff leaving behind some fascinating lace . nose was sadly metallic but it had nothing to do with the can itself . this was just poorly made lager . color was a pretty golden yellow with ne quality clarity for you aesthetes . mouthfeel was medium with the metallic taste refusing to allow anything else to come to the forefront . oof . even the finish was like heavy metal . no f n way is this going into my cooler . soundtrack for drinking this beer some heavy metal . think ozzy motorhead et al .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from the bottle into my sam adams perfect pint glass . a dark brown on the edges black in the center body with a small white head that quickly ran away s sweet citrus hop flavor with a big malty aroma t big citrusy hop flavor with a huge sweet malty backbone . not really picking up on any specific malt notes maybe a little roast . a bit of a boozy flavor as well . finishes with a mixture of bitter hops and coffee . m heavy body very little carbonation syrupy texture as well . d a bit too hot . this thing definitely needs some time to mellow out . i think i ll wait a good while before opening any of the other bottles of this monster .,aroma,0.9,1
a on a hardy pour it hits the glass and leaves a nice hardy off white cream color head . the thick head hangs for alil then dissipates quickly . transparent copper color . s nothing to special just a mild malt scent . no hops are noticed . t hops hitting the malt to blend it just right . has the slightest bubblegum taste which to me is a good thing . m medium light bodied . good carbonation . d for . abv you can keep slamming them until the abv catches up . overall this brew is pretty damn good . if you come across this pick it up . some basic staple german brews i feel like they still have that macro lager taste where the carbonation is alil to much but not this one . a truely solid brew .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at brewery . light gold color . small head . aroma is malty fruity and sweet touch grainy . a light to medium bodied blonde golden ale . malts are fruity and sweet . touch of citrusy hops . quite a lot for a golden actually . nice balance . crisp and dry . light and refreshing . nice balance . mouthfeel is full and round . finish is crisp and dry . aftertaste is slightly bitterbut perfect for style . loved this brew go get some ate the brewery on tap .,aroma,0.7,1
first of all this bottle is a pain in the ass to open . i had to chip away at the wax just to get a bottle opener on the cap and then when i opened it i m sure some wax fell in . what a beating . it finally pours a lovely deep garnet . very pretty with it s fluffy white head . damn decent retention too . the scent is crap if this is an imperial ipa . where are the hops . the only scents i am getting is a estery apple scent . this one smells more like a poor belgian beer then a double ipa . hopefully the taste will be better . crap beer . that s the first thing that comes to mind after the first sip . this big beer is cidery and has nothing that points in the direction of a dipa . even the bitterness is lame but at least it s present . i do n t know what else to say about this beer with out trashing it completely . so rather then describe what s bad i ll stick to what i do like . review over .,aroma,0.4,0
a very pretty beer . a reddish color with golden and straw hues . a large pink head with great lacing . the head never really disappeared . based on color head retention and lacing i would assume that this beer would be amazing . i was wrong . faint cherries and a hint of almond with touch of spice no overwhelming aromas to not just hints and shadows . the taste is laden with cherries in a very well intertwined manor with a follow up of almonds and those brown almond skins . a very straightforward beer . the malts are no very present . the carbonation is decent . overall i thought this beer was very disappointing however i kept coming back to the thought of how amazing this beer would be with some spicy brett to add complexity . i can not recommend this beer .,aroma,0.2,0
consumed on . i should start by saying that i review beers based on the category that they fall under not personal preference . the double ipa category is a competitive one though . served in a goblet . small off white head which does not have great head retention and dissipates to a wispy lacing . under this head a golden body with come cloudiness . this smells incredible . juicy hops waft off this beer and coat the entire room with their perfume . an extremely complex hop aroma which deserves a solid pints rating here . piney herbal spearmint grapefruit with a sweet honey . and a touch of alcohol in the nose which contributes its own mark with notes of tropical fruits . the beers flavor is sort of a let down after the aroma . very heavy taste of alcohol is the big upset here . the excessive bitterness is n t my thing without something to balance it out and i am afraid that the combination of extreme bitterness and ethanol is n t what the double ipa category is all about . sure the alcohol should be up there and is most definitely up there but everything should be balanced out by the power of malt . to the beer s credit the beer is not hot . so it does not lose points for having any burn . the mouthfeel is quite excellent . very smooth and very rich . carbonation is at a good level for the style . the mouthfeel is certainly a strong point with this brew . the most difficult part about making a huge beer is trying to make it so that someone is going to come back for more . i could only have one of these in a sitting but maybe the trick with reviewing the drinkability of a high abv beer is that would you revisit this beer in the future if you had the opportunity . yes if it was at the bar where i was dining . would i go to a bar just because they had it on tap . no .,aroma,1.0,1
a oz bottle with a bb of may so it s a little out of date . acquired cheaply from my local beer specialist hopefully it has been carefully stored . i love the stylised hop cone on the label . poured into a sam smith s pint glass . a hazy pale straw colour with medium carbonation and fine visible sediment . yields a large head of white foam that lasts for a couple of minutes before subsiding to a surface layer . the aroma is fantastic a huge hit of lemony citrus and grass with undertones of pale malt and yeast . tastes of bitter noble hops with plenty of citrus . a dry lemon flavour dominates accompanied by a mild herbal quality . underpinned by light grainy malt and subtle notes of yeast . mouthfeel is smooth with good body for the style and crisp carbonation . an astringent bitter finish with an aftertaste to match . excellent the best pilsner i ve tried . the hoppy citrus flavour is great distinctive but light . if only i could drink this every day . too bad it s a bit pricy over here for regular consumption . highly drinkable and highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance light amber golden in color . looks more like a pilsner than a pale . smell this beer is dry hopped with cascades while in the keg . wonderful citrus aroma of oranges and grapefruits . the nose is n t just there it smacks you in the face and this is a wonderful thing . if i could give higher than a five for aroma on this beer i would . taste this beer is called hop dragon and consequently is all about hops . the taste is citrusy and hoppy from the start . there s enough of a malt backbone but it does n t get in the way of the hops . lots of cascade flavor here pretty sure there s chinook as well . it seems to be a mix of several fruits and some dry grassyness in the finish although not much . great bitter kick that almost goes unnoticed because of all the other great things about this beer . this is interesting and flavorful enough to satisfy a hophead such as myself yet tame enough to introduce a newbie to hops . the waitress who does n t know a damn thing about beer says this is one of her favorites . . . this is hop candy . easy to quaff and a great session brew . and it s an american ipa . i do n t know how it came to be listed as a stout .,aroma,1.0,1
the oberdorfer hefeweizen is filled into a heavy bottle with a swingtop stopper . this beer shows a thick and foamy head with a mild carbonation . a murky yellow orange hue looks inviting and indicates that this beer has lots of yeast . the fruity and yeasty aroma is spoiled from a acidic and sour smell . the sweet and yeasty flavor has a slightly fruity taste which makes this a enjoyable beer .,aroma,0.4,0
this one started off really strong with a slightly malty flavor and slightly creamy texture . near the end of the pint the flavor was n t quite as groundbreaking but was still enjoyable . the bourbon style definitely comes through and this stout also has a somewhat dark chocolaty flavor .,aroma,1.0,1
from a cl bottle bought in belgium . a lemonade in color though somewhat dull grey with uneven but vibrant carbonation rushing to the top . partially fluffy head colony of bubbles sitting at the base . s the perfect witbier smell . light almost spicy citrus and mild lemon meringue pie yeast . t taste is mediocre . slightly metallic vacuous not particularly flavorful . it does n t taste bad at all just uninteresting . watery . maybe this is why americans add lemon . it would make it nicer . m light body with a warm sting . d it s fine just relatively bland but they got the smell just right . it s worth noting that i ve had both better hoegaarden s and worse ones both straight out of belgium as well . what s up with that .,aroma,1.0,1
a opens with a hiss and a burst of gunsmoke before it rises and spills all over the table . pours chocolate brown with inches of frothy tan head . reduces slowly leaving spotty lacing . s chocolate milk mix rich earthy cigar tobacco nutty malts . t m dissapointingly weak and thin . very little flavor . for how much head this had there is practically no carbonation . drainpour . d i have a feeling this is a bad bottle judging by the other reviews here .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to weeare for this bottle . a pours a dark amber with a big foamy head . quite a lot of suspended sediment . good head sustain with rings of thick lacing . s a nice hop smell with aromas of pine needles and citrus . t a harsh and astringent hop taste bombards the palate . some nice but brief lemon and citrus flavors are overwhelmed by an intense raw vegetal taste . horribly unbalanced even for a dipa . m full bodied with light carbonation . strong lingering bitterness with a bit of heat . d very undrinkable due to the extreme bitterness . nearly a drain pour . serving type bottle,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a bottle into a snifter . a the darkest brown you can imagine . not black very very dark brown . light beige head quickly falls to only wisps of scattered color . nice cascading lace after each sip . s very large coffee smell . i could smell this when my snifter was ft away . right behind the huge coffee is very hidden ripe fruit . great complexity . t taste starts with sweet fruits and a little bit of chocolate then is balance excellently by fresh bitter coffee . i usually do n t drink anything coffee but i would grab this beer every chance i got . great balancing act of flavors . m a bit carbonated for a stout . very light bodied for the style . i would prefer more heft and some more coating . taste makes up for this though . d pretty easy drinking stout . the only thing that is wrong in my eyes is the harsh carbonation . thanks to wisconsinbeer for letting me try this great brewery for the first time,aroma,1.0,1
theres something very off about the aroma . its tart acidic and funky . theres light roasted notes and some sweetness but its drowned out by the former . it doesnt look bad though . very dark brown with lighter tinges on the edges with a light brown head that dissipates fast and leaves nothing . the funk doesnt really show itself much at all on the taste . light roasted notes a bit of milky sweetness and possibly a hint of chocolate . the feel is creamy but jeeze is it thin . theres just not much substance to it . overall its a mess and im glad i only paid a dollar for it on clearance .,aroma,0.3,0
dark muddy burnt orangy brown color with slivers of bright orange along the bottom and edges . tall dark ivory head thats firm and pretty thick with good consistency of a whipped cream frothy look . lacing in thick strings and large blobuels . not much on the nose here just an openness that has some light roasty tones and dryness to it . some small phenol and sweet notes sneak in as it warms . taste is mild with a roasted sweetness has a dryish cocoa under tone and it survives a fairly sufficent descent throughout its tenure . which menas it seems to last a good while eh . it has a very slight burntness gettting close to coffee with some heavy roasted nuts . a gentle but raw husky grassy finish helps out a bit and late effecting cocoa notes subside . easy clean feel medium bodied nice mild little sweetness and roasty tone . a good drinkin beer . not much for the nose but it makes up for it with a nice easy going pace with flavors and body . on another note i ll be keeping this bottle with the swing top stopper for the reason that it has three labels on it . must of got stuck in the labeling machine or something so that makes it unique and collectable in my book .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bomber poured into my stone levitation ale glass . a black . extremely dark and impressive for the style . head is a light tan with great retention . s very faint . citrusy hops malt notes and some sweetness . t slammed right away with the hops but they do n t stick around long . dark roasted malts provide a solid note . some very bitter chocolate to finish . m smooth going down . lingering bitterness after each sip but not off putting just noticeable . carb is a tad heavy . body is bordering full . d typical stone here . high abv but well hidden . no shock there . bitterness and full body make this a sipper . this is an extremely complex brew moreso than most will give it credit for .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bottle into a tulip glass beer pours a cloudy amber color that indicates it could be dry hopped . also it has a small head despite an agressive pour . head goes down fairly quickly leaving a bit of lacing in its wake . smell is suprisingly light . some malts and a citris hop profile but not in big quantities . taste wow i was n t expecting it to be this good . tastes like a well hopped brown ale . smoky malts make the first impression followed by a nice hop profile but not over the top . very smooth and well balanced . mouthfeel is pretty full despite the low abv and the drinkability is also nice . i would n t mind having another . not at all .,aroma,0.6,1
secret santa thanks kyle . a pours a golden brown color with a nice tiny tight bubbled off white head . s the nose is atypical for the style . it starts off with lemon smell then more than a belgian wit style yeasty aroma . following this is a dry malt note . t a quick hit of lemon orange and grass hop flavor before a more belgiany malt presence takes over . not what i expected . not what i prefer . m light bodied with a minimal amount of hop resin left behind . d this beer is too sweet and wheaty for me . one will definitely be enough . . maybe i had an older bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
. six pack county market stevens point wisconsin appearance dark brown with a hint at red . the head is about inch and lasts for about a minute and a half . good looking brew my friends . smell hops but there s something more . taste it rolls from a slight malt taste right into the real deal . hops but not just any hops . this flavor is smooth and as you ll find out completely unabrasive . in my opinion there is no better tasting red ale . mouthfeel never had i enjoyed a smoother hop filled brew like the ouisconsin red ale . thank you,aroma,0.7,1
this beer looked great as i poured it from a oz bottle . the heady was off white and rocky . it left ample lacing on the glass . the aroma was all pine and citrus with little hints of the malty flavor that was soon to come . the flavor was not that bitter but had lots of pine citrus flavor . the beer is well balanced and is a great example of the american ipa very good beer and i will definitely try it again .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into my fulled stemmed glass . pours a dark black with a tan head that drops almost instant . wow maybe i m just not feeling sours tonight or this is waaaay too young . leathery smell not sure what i m getting maybe pepper and sours . yeah dude at the store acted like this was heaven i m not seeing it at all . flavor is off putting . its like a stout with brett in oak not very well done . slightly better as it warms some vanilla comes out in the flavor . do not smell this beer . i think the smell is the worst thing about it now that its warmed a little . i ll let one or two age but i doubt i d buy this again or seek it out .,aroma,0.3,0
a black as night body . some rosy highlights at the edge of the glass . nice half finger of head that faded to a beautiful mocha colored lace layering the top of the glass . s roasted malts and cocoa dominate the faint air . there is a little old leather chair smell and it s comforting . dark nuts coffee and some sweet hershey s round it out . t taste is mild on the front with the sweetness rolling into coffee then into the bitterness and roasted malts on the finish . i love rolling beers like this . initial tongue teaser is chocolate that is slightly sweet roasted nuts and coffee fill the middle and the roasted malt and hops bitter and finish . a true delight . m dank . heavy wet lightly carbonated perfect . d drinkability is only hampered by the alcohol content otherwise i would drink many many more . thanks to lee and his friend larry from georgia for leaving me a bottle of this in colorado when visiting for gabf . cheers .,aroma,0.6,1
wow . malts hops th anniversary . . this beer was a treat . poured into a pilsner glass it s the darkest ale i ve seen yet . nice brown head on top . the aromas of the malts and hops hits your senses . hints of caramel molasses and brown sugar . first taste was extremely smooth . i can taste the hops and different malts but the alcohol taste was n t strong making this a great brew . i will be definitely purchasing more of these . instant favorite,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a pint glass from a oz brown bottle with a best before date of september . the bottle also says vintage so yes it s a little young . i ll revisit this in another year or two . a the beer is a crystal clear copper with a three finger head that dies rather quickly but clings to everything it passes . s this is an incredibly weak aroma for the style . there is plenty of alcohol in the aroma but the only other smells are a little bit of sweet malt and a hint of toffee . they re there but they re almost undetectable . t m incredibly sweet fruity and bready . i taste cherry apple pear white grape and fig . the sweet fruit flavors dominate but sit atop bready biscuity malt and a warming alcohol flavor sensation . all of the sweetness is followed by a bit of bitterness from the hops but the hops stand no chance against this much sweet malt . the full bodied beer has so much unfermented sugar that my lips keep sticking together like i ve been chugging syrup . ridiculously sweet and the alcohol is stronger than most of the other flavors . d not so sure this is worth the price . however i think this will be much better in a year or two . i will keep a few bottles of the batch around and try to open one around christmas and .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz . bottle into an imperial pint glass . this one pours a deep orange color . hazy with a two finger or so head . good retention and lacing . definitely a good looking beer but the last one i tried from hoppy brewing looked good but tasted pretty bad . do n t want to get my hopes up yet . not a very strong aroma . what is there is the typical winter warmer spice bouquet . ginger and nutmeg and a little malt and hops but nothing is too powerful . fortunately the flavor is a lot more full . the spices come through with a hint of floral hops and honey malts . very good certainly a step up from the weak aroma . i really like the creamy mouthfeel . just a hint of bitter aftertaste leaves it a mark or so down . i d definitely give this beer another try a very nice winter warmer .,aroma,0.6,1
the head is almost tan but not quite . starts out big and full and dies way to quick . smell is fruity with a nice yeast kick at the end . i was expecting more from the taste . everything was there but nothing really grabs me . mouthfeel is thick and dry . one bottle is plenty for me there is certainly nothing wrong with this beer i ve certainly enjoyed many bottles but there is something lacking in the flavor .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance a cloudy deep yellow . brown through the thickest part of the tulip glass . very prominent head with durable lacing . smell the smell was an enchanting citrus odor between grapefruit and lemon meshed with faint aromatic pine hops and a hint of grain underneath . taste the most important aspect of a beer and the only place this one comes up short . a mild citrus sour not potent enough to be unpleasant . a very weak tone of tin shines through . little bitterness with no hoppy or malty flavor not very sweet either . nothing particularly awful but nothing particularly good either . i expected more character from a victory beer . the flavor was not affected too strongly as it warmed . mouthfeel smooth medium viscosity . good but not great . drinkabilty would compliment a seafood or chicken dish beautifully . at a mild abv with not a single repulsive character one could drink this saison all night long . unfortunately it lacks enough interesting points that i would n t care to drink it all night long .,aroma,0.9,1
cottonwood irish style red ale pours an amberish red with a short lasting initial head . the smell is faint and odd . taste is n t real great either it comes across with a kind of mixed malt and floral taste . mouthfeel has a medium carbonation and is really pretty smooth . this is the best part but that odd taste just kills it for me making this brew not even close to being enjoyable .,aroma,0.4,0
i first tried moosehead way back when before i transferred into my propensity for darks and various styles . even then the skunkiness was onerous . now upon having this again it s almost painful . it pours a finger of off white head on a medium golden body pretty decent . ah but the smell . to quote mr. krabs from spongebob squarepants it s a smell a kind of smelly smell a smelly smell that smells . smelly . the infernal green bottle thoroughly undoes this lager adversely affecting an otherwise decent if straightforward taste that offers decent semi sweet malt and a modest bite in the finish . i find that the ample carbonation is one of the best features of this . it s a shame that there is n t more and better flavor with which to circulate in it . why the aversion to brown bottles among moosehead and molson i ll never know . but green in this sense does not mean go certainly not for me .,aroma,0.4,0
hazy gold appearance with medium size very dense head that falls quickly . aroma is predominately belgian funk and gambrinus honey malt . flavor is pilsen honey and belgian aromatic malt with just enough hop to balance . yeast flavor is a very nice blend of straight belgian and brett . finishes fairly long with brett flavors . beer seems young i ll give this one years in the cellar and it should be perfect then .,aroma,1.0,1
what a unique and wonderful beer . had this one at the other side here in boston . good bar if you are younger and into some beer . looks looks like a really dark stout served from an oversided oz bottle taste really malty yet not overbearing porter with very distinct brewed coffee taste . this is the real deal . the coffee taste is strong and if you are not a coffee drinker you will not like this beer . however for folks like myself its a fun combination of our two favorite beverages . drinkability could n t have this one all night long but oz or so would be just fine .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance deep murky ruby brown color with a tan fleeting head leves even bands of lacing in my brandy snifter . aroma malts seema bit stale herbal coriander notes galore with a great rich slightly smokey malt backbone . taste alcohol is upfront here sweet sugary caramel maltswith corander spiciness sitt upon the palate starts to become a bit cloying for me after about oz . wish this was a nip bottle . just too much spice from the coriander the house ale is much tastier in my opinion this is complex but it becomes medicinal in nature and it s quite a job to finish a whole bottle . mouthfeel medium bodied sits heavy on the palate ca n t say this one is smooth . drinkability too much damn coriander for me if i would have tasted a sample i may have been a bigger fan of this beer however after the how bottle i was sick of the flavor .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bottle into a brandy snifter . a looks average . had a caramel colored head that quickly disapeared . very minimal lacing . s this might be the most aromatic beer i ve ever had . beautiful smell of bourbon it s you first then caramel vanilla and a hint of oak . t initial taste at fridge temp was that of chilled bourbon . after letting it warm up to around i could taste a lot of the flavors i picked up in the smell . very complex flavor it seems to give off different flavors when you first taste it in the middle and an after taste . m very full bodied beer . the taste really hangs around . o i m very impressed with this beer . i bought it because i heard a lot of hype from the brewer and some locals but it definately lives up to it,aroma,1.0,1
dark yellow body perfectly clear with lots of bubbles . thin patches of head on top but no lacing . aroma is actually kind of foul . metallic alcoholic and a little skunked . definitely different than the canned version . taste is surprisingly pleasant for the style . it s a bit sweeter than some malt dominates any hop presence . highly carbonated crisp drying . meant to be a quencher for sure . not too bad for the style . like my number suggests i d say it s slightly above average for the style . if you like the style .,aroma,0.4,0
ddg pours a cloudy dark amber with a slight orange hue . on top is a huge large bubbles head that condenses and stays for quite a while . aromas of malt and citrus hops with something unpleasant i ca n t identify . caramel malts and a hint of orange peel give way to an intense hop bitterness that lingers somewhat unpleasantly . a creamy vanilla is also noticeable . the alcohol is well blended into the overall presentation . i love dead guy ale as a unique flavored brew and a lot of that is present here as well in perhaps a too hopped up variety .,aroma,0.6,1
i have to say that this beer does make for a good presentation in my lager glass . it s straw in color but not as pale as i had feared it would be . the head is impressive billowing out to a good . inches and rising above the glass rim . it s slightly off white and has the look of marshmallow . not right from the package but from when you scorch the crap out of it over a campfire and then pull off the burnt part . the stuff still stuck to the stick . that s what it looked like before it went bye bye . at least it was nice enough to leave behind a bit of lacing . the smell is horrid . it smells of the kind of plastic that action figures are made of . you also get some corn and saaz hops i think it s hard to tell . i certainly hope this tastes better than it smells . it does n t . if at all possible it tastes worse . take the above and add rubbing alcohol or acetone and you ll get the taste . the mouthfeel is even bad . oily with a chemical astringency tearing at the back of your throat . i can not finish this . it may be only the second or third beer ever that i ve poured . i fear that if i do finish this that it will be a sign of alcoholism and that i ll be standing up in the backroom of a church introducing myself . no thank you .,aroma,0.2,0
appearance pours a burnt sienna color with a beige head that retains well and leaves a good deal of splashy lacing smell lovely aroma of raspberry filled chocolates taste slightly tart raspberry and cocoa flavors dance together both before and after the swallow just when you think one dominates the other emerges a touch of nuttiness for the holiday season as well mouthfeel light to medium body with moderate carbonation drinkability unlike so many fruit beers this one is a real pleasure to drink very different and really enjoyable not the most complex beer out there but a very nice standard for the holiday season thanks oxymoron for the pleasure and cannabanaceae for the second opportunity,aroma,1.0,1
a very malty beer . i would almost put this into the barley wine ale category . a not of your typical amber color . almost colored like a porter when served into a pint . s sweet smelling though not enough to elude to the high malty ness . t damn fricken good . m very smooth on the mouth . very thick feeling . d easy to drink and not too bitter . i am traditionally a hop head but recently i am switching to the more malty beers . currently i am trying to replicate this in my home brew recipes . any input . thanks woodeneye,aroma,0.7,1
a almost black in this dimly lit room but when held to the light a perfectly clear mahogany color with a couple fingers of head that lasts very well . minimal lacing . s toffee toasted almonds a bit of caramel and some slight piney hops in the background . probably the best smelling brown ale i ve experienced yet . t almost porter like at first with up front dark malt lots of nuttiness a bit of dark roasted grain and a slightly metallic finish . the pine in the hops balance decently but the roastiness is the predominant finish . m medium carbonation thick and chewy full bodied and slightly dry finish . d hands down the best brown ale i ve had . better than samuel smith s . yum .,aroma,1.0,1
from notes very pretty . it looked like the swirls you get in fancy ice cream all brown and black and with a nice head . smells like sour toffee malt with some surpising hop character and a distinct note of dirty socks . tastes very much the same . sour malt upfront going into sour hops leaving a soapy sour taste in your mouth . dirty socks abound but no nuts . this is definitely a limited edition that was not meant to break into full production . bad .,aroma,0.3,0
this beer poured a slightly cloudy golden pale color . it smells quite fruity apples and a bit astringent . the taste is very sweet and as close to a tart apple pie as a beer could taste . the drinkability of this could be good in an appetizer type situation but not something that you can sit back and enjoy for long periods of time .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a nitro can so of course this thing is a beauty . pale orange w a resilient head . not much in the nose really . some faint pale malts and not much else . i had the same problem w the taste . creamy smooth mouthfeel although quite a bit watery for my taste . yeah i guess i could go for another if it was handed to me . luckily i got a single of this at a dollar rack somewhere . very glad i never shelled out the for a pack of pints .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from an . ounce can into a new sa pint glass . a poured a very light whitish yellow with a thin one finger head of soapy foam which left behind a bit of sticky lace . looked like grapefruit juice or crystal light lemonade with some carbonation bubbles . s no lie at first i said it smelled like a cat . has a sort of acrid lemon zest but with a wet animal hair aroma to boot . kinda turned me off . t taste is not bad surprisingly . a bit of a thin citric blast up front like a few drops of limoncello or a squeeze lemon were added to it . then it follows through with a light malty spiciness and herbal citric hop flavor but all very tame . m mouthfeel is refreshing yet sharp thin and acidic on the back of my throat . d i do n t know that i could have more than a couple of these on any given night but it d be suited pretty well to a hot day on the beach . mainly because there are n t any bottles allowed and it tastes a bit like fermented lemonade . very interesting witbier from a can . this is a borderline good beer only because of portability and that it s interesting as an imported canned wit . i d like to try it on draft somewhere and see if i get a different nose and flavor out of it . could have been the can .,aroma,0.4,0
after enjoying the living heck out of noble pils last week and seeing that my local bottle shop bar was out of it today i decided to give this one a whirl . big mistake . what got to me was that it tasted incredibly sour . the hops and lemon seemed to be battling it out in my mouth and neither ingredient won . since i make church mice look like donald trump in the financial department i did n t feed it back into the city s water supply . brainstorming resulted in the addition of a few grains of sea salt . afterward it tasted remarkably like a corona the way it s served in a mexican restaurant . ok then but not what i wanted . major disappointment from what s usually a fantastic brewer .,aroma,0.8,1
ahhhh . the duchesse . i m a big fan of the flanders red ale style . poured a deep burgundy color murky color that i recognize from wild yeast lactobacilus . i liked the aroma sour cherry tart musty . however it seemed to be comprimised by a blanket of molasses . i hope it does n t pervade the taste . it did . damnit . syrupy blanket pervading and busting up precious hop and sour wild yeast . too thick a body to keep me interested i love a good dry tart flanders red . pretty drinkable but i think i could only have one or two .,aroma,0.9,1
i love this beer . it goes incredibly well with fish n chips . honestly amazing . very little head in fact only a slight rim and island . dark amber color . taste is incredible . very light but hoppy . the bitter hops that you get from a full boil . very easy to drink . great to slam if you re thirsty and very great to enjoy with food . great conversation beer .,aroma,0.6,1
picked up on a whim from russell s in amherst from a brewery i d never heard of . like the other offering i had it was nothing special . a poured into my duvel tulip a thick rich deep dark brown with a one finger light tan head that slowly faded to leave a mocha halo and thin cloud . s light chocolate and roasted malts . its all very light though and subtle . really should be more assertive . then as the beer really warms up it gets more intense and smells more like flour and chocolate yep chocolate cake . light nutty aromas too t similar to the nose with roasty sweet dark malts and some light oat flavours . there is some light subtle chocolate notes and the abv is slightly noticeable too . m overall it is a bit thin . not quite as thick and creamy of a stout as i would like . d this stuff is big time drinkable . for the abv it goes down gulps at a time . probably due to the thin slightly watery mouthfeel . still cant believe how this smell went from lackluster to wow with some warming . i never listen to brewers keep refridgerated labels but this sucker around degrees really opened up on the nose .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark ruby brown not quite opaque with a finger tan head . what else can you do with this brew other than improve the head a little . i m mostly getting . smoked bacon . i do n t get any hops coming through though that is n t necessarily bad . i want to say there is some sweetness but i m not sure i just want there to be . smokiness is soft yet still overpowering . tastes like smoked bacon . i guess that i can get behind some smoked malt and it is n t too strong in this one and i am sure nicely balanced but i love schwarzbiers and this one takes what i like away from them . a nice toasty maltiness with some balanced hop bitterness like a savory version of stout . the smoked malt covers up a lot in this brew and i would care to try a non smoked version . mouthfeel is fine . high in dextrins yet dry enough for a lager . not syrupy . i m not a fan . not that i am a purest or anything but all i can taste is the smoked malt . this beer lacks the complexity of the style .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle woodshop classix anaheim ca thanks for sharing this one fosterjm . aged year dark brown without any clarity . brown and khaki head though thin leaves the glass messy and sticky . wonderful rich and inviting aroma consisting of bourbon oak roasted malt vanilla sweetness and some chocolate and coffee . a complete aroma if i ever smelled one without being over the top or too powerful with bourbon and alcohol sting . subtle yet rich and complex . a fine tasting beer with a mellow bourbon and vanilla accent throughout though the base beer still shines through a rich chocolatey somewhat smoky porter . medium mouthfeel . a tad thicker and luscious would have put this beer in to the upper echelon . smooth drinking though full and rich subtle yet delicious really a standout . this is without a doubt my favorite beer from hangar .,aroma,1.0,1
the smell incredible . at first very sweet smelling hints of pineapple . the taste is a . malty and strong taste with a coffee taste at the end . a very complex beer . i taste smell trying to figure out more and more things . maybe not my favorite style of beer but i can certainly recognize this as being an amazing beer . for such a strong beer it finishes very abruptly leaving you with just a tad of malt . i wish the bitterness was cut with something a bit softer sweeter but not overwhelming . overall incredible .,aroma,1.0,1
leffe is a brand i remember from a while back . when i was traveling around western europe i tried many beers most of which this one included i did n t like . but back then i was in my beer infancy . will my today taste buds being in beer adulthood like the extra strength abbey flavours . let s find out . poured from a ml bottle into the only thing i had that resembles a leffe chalice a wine glass from ikea . a presents as a clear golden body with some champagne fizz going wild within . the pure white . cm head sits proudly atop which is nice but i ca n t help but wonder why this brew is filtered and not bottle conditioned like every other abbey beer . scale of economics perhaps . s bubble gum and cloves dominate classic wit bier aromas . mmmm . t first thing that really hits you is an overbearing cloying alcohol taste it is . abv after all . the flavour is like a regular wit bier but amped up a little more bubble gum and cloves no cardamom mind you . it s not bad but the bold sugar taste is an issue it s quite overpowering for a beer to the point where there s more sweetness than bitterness which is something i m not used to in any brew . the aftertaste is sour with a hint of dryness not bad but not great either . m top points here creamy and luscious . the carbonation is not nearly the issue i was expecting it to be . d not a beer for all occasions the alcohol is an obvious limitation in both content and taste and the sacchariferous flavour is off putting to some extent . maybe good as a dessert beer but there are a few others i can think of that fill that role better coopers vintage ale for starters . as an abbey beer overall it is just as expensive as the others and although i m yet to get into them i suspect the more natural bottle conditioned brews will win in spades over this . food match desserts all the way . i would not recommend savory with this as you re liking to end up with a battle between food and beverage that food could not possibly win .,aroma,0.9,1
yellow fizzy ish beer that tastes more like budweiser than anything else i can think of . kind of a plain jane . straw yellow in color no real detectable aroma . taste was ok mouthfeel was a little grainy . i did n t buy this to drink actually . i used most of the the six pack making beercan chicken on the grill and in the water pan of my smoker for two pork shoulders .,aroma,0.4,0
dunno if this one changes by season my glass was bottled in nov. . appearance very clear amber copper with yellowish off white head . smell yeasty . maybe some very mellow goldings or fuggles . a bit of sulphur . i could be making that up . taste ah there are the esters . attack is a nice rounded malty sweetness followed by subtle bready malty tastes . the alcohol makes an appearance in there somewhere but it s not hot for an . . mouthfeel a little thin considering how bold the tastes are feels somehow insubstantial . carbonation burns a little at the end but again i just do n t feel the high alcohol .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a deep black with a one finger brown head . average lacing and head retention . really nice aroma . smells of pecans buttery crust vanilla and dark fruit . flavor follows but mellower and not as well executed . buttery start to the flavor . roasted pecans and pecan butter . a little acidic towards the middle followed by some dark chocolate notes to cap it off . flavor does n t exactly mix well and the beer lacks smoothness and cohesion .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle in my stone ipa flute . the pour initially looks like a clear copper in the glass but holding it up to the light actually reveals a good bit of suspended solids floating throughout the liquid . the head on this consists of roughly billowy fingers of bright white foam which retains with a tight finger of froth that then leaves some heavy swathes of lace sticking to the sides of the glass . that tea stands right out in the aroma mingling with some more floral accents and then being cut through by notes of bitter citrus and a strong fresh piney feel . some sweeter fruit character and malt pretty much gets relegated to the back here and im a bit bummed to find some stiff warmth emerge as this warms . like the nose grapefruit and pine have some assertiveness on the palate while some brighter fresh fruit flavors im really getting some orange and lemon zest out of this pushes out from the edges of the profile . that fruit works its way into the backend here melding with the sweet sugars of the malt and then lingering with a final steady pithiness from the bitterness . the tea flavor is present throughout the taste and while it does have a somewhat general herbal texture to it its not coming off as strong as what you would normally find being given off from hops and im therefore finding it a bit more quenching on the palate than i would have thought . the mouthfeel has some heft to it but it seems just shy of calling it full bodied . this does has a firmness to the carbonation which is interwoven with a silky oiliness and herbal textures that at least help work the overall feel into more of a smooth crispness in the mouth . that over abv is the real wtf here for me as its not necessarily hot or even overly warm but it just starts to wear on the palate after a while . i just dont understand why it needs to be that high with this beer . there definitely some things to like with this latest stone collaboration but then also some things that didnt quite work for me as well . i really liked the use of the tea here . it worked well not only with the type of bitterness that was present but also the fruit flavors that those pacifica and sorachi ace hops brought to the table as well giving the flavor profile a well tuned and refreshing feel . unfortunately i dont think that this translated nearly as well to the aroma which i often struggled to really get any kind of robustness out of which may have something to do with the age of this more than anything and as mentioned before that too high abv just kills any kind of thirst quenching drinkability that the flavor was trying so hard to bring to the table . overall though there was more to like than dislike here and id love to see more experimentation with tea infused ipas from all of the breweries involved . this one is one worth checking out if you see it on the shelf .,aroma,0.6,1
tasted sept. th from notes tulip a translucent gold one finger white head and no lacing s just lots of yeast malt funk alcohol and slight hops t lots of malt alcohol barley wheat crazy yeast rice and i guess a slight hint of bitter hops m full bodied medium minus acidity not a lot of balance not much complexity and a medium finish d if you are looking for a decent tasting cheap beer to get you shwasted this is your beer . final thought a pack . why not .,aroma,0.2,0
a poured most of the beer into pint glass and then swirled to get all the sediment off the bottom of the bottle . hazy golden straw color with a touch of amber hue . finger white heat does n t stick around long . lots of carbonation to it . s huge cherry notes with wheat right behind it . has a sweetness that is just great . t has a cherry medicinal flavor to it . like a cross between cough syrup and plastic . there used to be a candy in stores called wax bottle candies . they were an edible wax that has a juice inside . this has that waxy taste to it that is just very unappealing . m feels like a medium body with good carbonation to it . smooth on the palate . o if i had no taste buds this would be a wonderful beer . great smells and mouthfeel to it but i can not get over that medicinal taste . take a halls cherry cough drop and remove the menthol part of it and you come out with this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
picked up at dogs suds and sons . poured into a belgian chalice . light yellow and pale orange mix of colors . frothy white head that dissipates rather quickly for a belgian but leaves behind some nice sticky lacing . yeast floats around in the body which makes me think i should have let this sit a little bit longer to allow the yeast to settle down more . the smell is pleasing . tons of sweet banana and light belgian candied sugars . very sweet with small bits of clove popping out . a nice belgian yeast is present in the smell with nice sweet lemon scents . the flavors are more subtle and subdued then the smell alludes . a very yeasty flavor and texture is somewhat distracting . light orange tastes come out behind the yeast . lighter banana tastes but more clove . on the dryer sides . a nice beer overall but not as clean as i would have liked to see .,aroma,0.9,1
when i had it at the bayou it was listed as bohemian pilsner so i am assuming that they are one and the same . if not someone else who is familiar with uinta s beers can add this one and i will get my review moved . onward . right off the bat it arrived with no head . zero nada zilch . the color was a medium yellow gold with ne quality clarity . the nose had a definite saaz quality to it . the mouthfeel was thin and not terribly hoppy on the palate . the finish had a brief hop bite before subsiding into a a weak wateriness . uh oh that monkey on my back began to screech again .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance cloudy light brown copper color with a fleeting white champagne like head that leaves no surface layer or noticeable lacing . aroma alcohol yeast dusty grains cooked vegetables peaches pears tea and red wine hints taste tongue numbing effervescence gives way to a dry grain and light fruit flavor that is backed by a wallop of alcohol . a dry salty finish with a strong honey like sweetness rounds out the taste profile . aftertaste almost none just a bit of lingering saltiness . mouthfeel medium to full body with extreme carbonation . sediments a large amount of very loose dark material swims in the bottom of the bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
well something made me buy a six of this brew over the past weekend after years of ignoring it . glad i did . this pale ale pours a nice copper color with a one inch head that fades to a lasting cap . nose is a nice mild malty bready hop mix . where this brew shines is taste . really good . competes with sierra nevada in my book and that s high praise . perfect blend of hoppy bitterness malt and some bready yeast flavors . none over the top very harmonious . an excellent drinking pale ale that should not be passed over .,aroma,0.6,1
note full name is cruiser hummingbird blonde lager . however it has some grapefruit flavour added hence my listing as a fruit vegetable beer . appearance . pours two fingers of dense white foam head that leaves sticky lace over a clear pale straw coloured body similar colour to many a white wine . smell . pretty unappealing stale and husky with a faintly sweet lollyish character taste . grapefruit flavour not real juice is actually a positive for this beer perking up what would otherwise be a very dull lager . sweet but not sickly like many of the new radler style beers . almost zero malt or hop character or bitterness just a dry husky character and slightly tart in the finish . mouthfeel . fine champage like carbonation light bodied slightly puckering . overall . definitely not a beer i would go back to but not hard to drink by any measure . i wo n t say this is a beer for girls because that is an insult to serious female beer drinkers . this is a beer made for people who do n t really like beer . i ve had worse .,aroma,0.2,0
a friend bought this beer for me on a recent trip to milton . i opened it after a nice double bock to finish the evening . the appearance was a bit uninspiring . the head was thin and left after a short while it was identical to good crema on an espresso . the nose was spectacular . sweet tar coffee chocolate sappy wood all leap from the glass . molasses and brown sugar are buried within the beautiful rich nose . overwhelming loads of flavors battling for attention . the initial bitterness subsides on the second and third visits . after the shock subsides the barley wine shows off the middle and carries flavors of port stewed cherries and dabs of anise . a creamy finish again reminiscent of the last sip of lukewarm espresso . not my typical beer but packed with flavors that are sure to invigorate something in all of us who enjoy well made beer . this would be the highlight of a beer flight or sipped with friends over an hour in a cooler winter setting . kipis .,aroma,1.0,1
nice large head velevety and lasting . some big bubbles at a certain point but then it gets really creamy when it fades . the body is of a beautiful mahogany color . the smell is great very fresh yeasty sweet and fruity . some dry straw scattered by the wind some strawberry some peaches some plums . citrus and light hints of wood and chocolate in the background . after these heavenly aromas the taste appeared surprizing and a bit disappointing . whereas the smell was all about subtlety the flavor is sharp rough and a bit unbalanced . the thing is that i had n t checked the abv . the are rather poorly hidden . very warm in the mouth the beer gets hard to drink for me . almost like an eku maybe . deeply chocolaty but with an annoying alcoholic character . as if they added a shot of vodka to the beer . after tasting the beer even the smell gets less interesting .,aroma,0.9,1
not impressed at all . appearance looked great . nice head retnetion and good lacing . nice copper color smell could totally smell those pumpkin pie spices . nice . taste this was way off . it was a powerful pumpkin beer but it lacked the pumpkin ale flavors . mouthfeel medium bodied drinkability horrible pumpkin beer avergae overall beer .,aroma,0.9,1
brown bomber with a bottle date of . poured into a pint glass it appears a clear amber color with fingers of yellowish tan stained head that fizzes away quite fast leaving spotty patches of lace on the glass . the aroma of this brew has a very sweet mixture of malty goodness . the nose is somewhat fruity with a scent similar to orange with a strong backing of vanilla and some alcohol burn is noticeable as well . the taste of this brew includes bitter hops upfront with a slight citrus twang similar to orange rind . there is also a warming presence of alcohol that is somewhat astringent in flavor . the malt seems to have some chocolate character about it as well as an oaky woodsy flavor throughout . there is a lasting taste of alcohol bitter hops and chocolate malt left in the mouth which is a bit perplexing considering it s amber color . a resinous amount of piney hops cling the inside of the mouth as well . this is a medium to full bodied brew with a moderate level of carbonation . overall it is n t bad . the boldness of the alcohol is a bit out of place and makes the drinkability suffer . this probably would have been better with a little age on it . after consuming this brew i took a closer look at the label . imperial brown ale oak aged brewed with honey cherry wood smoked malts and brown sugar . i would n t mind getting another bottle of this in months to a year and seeing if the subtle character of the smoked malt comes out more as it ages since right now it is quite hidden behind the hops and alcohol .,aroma,0.9,1
bottled in november batch . poured into a stone pint glass . a jet black . this is as black a beer as i have seen . very thick looking oily . finger mocha head . no visible carbonation . s roasted coffee dark berries raspberry ripe fruit dark chocolate little bit of booze bourbon . in the background t boozy over ripe berries a little bit of coffee and chocolate . m very thick coats the tongue . booze is dominant though . d this is where mephistopheles really loses points . i shared this with a friend and neither one of us wanted to finish it . i m all for interesting beers which this very much is but i have had straight bourbon that goes down more easily .,aroma,0.9,1
i feel that i ve seriously neglected german beers so picked this up today and had to give it a try . i figured a beer bearing my family name would be a good start . not that my family brews this beer . whatever . poured into my hef glass . a darker than any of the american hef s i ve seen . a hazy orange in the bottom skinny end of the glass but it s dark amber to practically reddish brown at the top . decent three finger head fluffy but quickly dissipating . ended up with some yeast in the bottom of my glass . s wonderful spicy smell cloves and pepper along with banana peach apricot pear and champagne . i do n t know if it s possible for a beer to smell dry but i think this one does . t not quite as much going on here as the smell . strong spicy flavor comes out along with bready wheat undertones . fruit flavor is pretty subdued i do n t really pick any specific thing out . mf thin but very fizzy body . carbonation is high but it does n t detract from the feel in this case . finish is extremely dry . there is a bit of warming surprising due to the low amount of alcohol . d i was expecting a bit more flavor wise based on the smell but this is overall a very nice beer . really refreshing would be perfect for a tailgate or a warm summer night . the alcohol lets you know it s there but does n t slap you in the face . better than any american hef i ve had and no need for a lemon .,aroma,1.0,1
a brown with a touch of red translucent very pretty . s light on any nose what i could smell was a bit malty but otherwise the entire scent was nearly non existent . t fantastic . powerful full malt with slight yet perfectly blended hops . m a bit dry but what s to be expected of a scotch ale . d it tastes so good it d be hard to have only one . though dry you could put a few of these down . overall i loved this beer . i was a bit turned off by the smell but as soon as i had a swig i was totally impressed . the flavor has the distinct taste of malt and maybe some cocoa as well . the hops though light are blended perfectly . i m not sure if this beer is sold anywhere but southwestern wisconsin but if you find yourself in arena wi stop at any liquor store and pick some of this up . you ll be happy you did .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a beautiful dark appealing colour . yummy nutty aroma that makes is difficult to wait for the first taste . a mouthful that will be appealing to any belgian lover . not the smoothest quad i have tasted recently but definitely worth recommending and sharing with friends . i will readily drink this one again .,aroma,1.0,1
picked this up on the whole foods on the upper west side . i ve been wanting to try this beer for a long time so i finally caved and bought the bomber for about . the beer is absolutely beautiful . it pours an inky oily jet black with a perfect one inch milk chocolate head . it leaves a nice cap and laces nicely . gorgeous . the nose is pretty good . there s a definite alcohol kick in the smell but it does n t dominate . there s a strong vanilla presence and unsurprisingly a nice oak scent . it s good if not exactly complicated . the taste definitely kicks it up a notch . everything from the nose is there . there s a great bitter toasted chocolate that i had n t smelled . unmistakable hints of dark fruits . a tiny bit of coffee in there too . excellent . the mouthfeel is amazingly creamy and smooth . one of the best ris i ve had in that regard . it s very thick and the carbonation is low . the flavors blend wonderfully on the palate . the smooth and creamy feel leads to extremely high drinkability for the style . and excellent beer that i ll certainly try again .,aroma,0.7,1
reviewed bottle pours a big foamy off white head . semi turbid body dark amber in color . creamy head good lacing almost like melted ice cream . very hoppy sour smelling aroma . sweet sour aroma . dry and grapefruity . chewy taste some nutty biscuitiness . light taste . bitter and sour but not hoppy tasting . was expecting more hops . slight sour taste and something else . ca n t taste the alcohol . not a fan not much taste .,aroma,1.0,1
head thins out quickly not a lot to speak of . the body is a darkened caramel color oranges and a splash of yellow . not a lot of aroma up front . a few quick whiffs provides a subtle hint of ginger root . the flavor is a much different story grapes corn flakes and cola pop up in complex array of tastes . leaves a wet sour taste on the tongue . a nice thick body with smooth wet finish .,aroma,0.6,1
had this one today not sure if i remember seeing it before . maybe it s new . a as promised this stuff is black and buried beneath a tall tan head that rises nearly the same height as the liquid . s lots to smell here very complex . standard malt and hops smells are there along with a fruitiness appless and cherries . the smell is very sweet . t the fruit character from the nose comes out in the taste to an extent and there is hardly and malt discernible . there is a faint oiliness from the hops as it dries on the back of the palate but it is not assertive at all . alcohol is detectable in my throat as i swallow it . yeast . for all i have to say about the taste this beer has a remarkably weak flavor . not watery but very mild . i m disappointed in fact since unibroue makes so many fine flavorful beers . m very disappointed . i like beers that call themselves black to have a little more backbone . there is no texture here whatsoever . d i guess you could say this beer is easy going . i would n t drink too many of them though because the yeast tends to give me heartburn tmi . . in the end give this one a shot if you just have to try all of unibroue s offerings or are new to craft beer otherwise skip it .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to splitgrin for this bottle . i m not sure what i expected in a hazelnut stout but this brew delivered . the hazelnut scent was so strong and so nice it easily could have been mistaken for frangelico . this about as desert like as i can take in beers . though it starts sweet with hazelnut and buttery chocolate it finishes nicely with a slightly bitter bite . as much as i enjoyed this i would definitely not attempt to finish a bomber by myself again .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle into a duvel tulip . pours a cloudy dark golden orange along with some quite obvious suspended hop oils floating throughout with several fingers of foamy off white head . good retention that flares up nicely and leaves a big sticky latticework of hoppy lacing behind . the aroma is big and sticky with prominant pine cone notes as well a big time grapefruit character with some mango orange and spice mixed in . there is also some underlying bread and caramel sweetness as well as a strong waft of heat that tickles the nose . the taste much like the aroma starts out with a huge resinous hop bitterness up front that quickly gives way to a flush of citric character including notes of mango pineapple and orange zest . there is also a fairly sturdy backbone of bready malts and caramel that trys but barely tempers all of that lingering hop bitterness . the mouthfeel is medium bodied with a slick carbonation and oily feel from the hops . and this guy has absolutley no problem wearing its on it s sleeve with a beefy alcohol character that mixes with all of that resinous bitterness and gives the overall profile an overly hot and sticky feel . warm and bitter can be a good thing in a beer of this size but only if there is enough malt to pull it back and keep things fairly quaffable . unfortunately that s not the case with this port offering as the taste profile seems quite unbalanced towards the hop end of things . oz of this was quite enough thank you and it was frankly a bit of a chore to get through the last bit of it .,aroma,0.9,1
i must say thanks to herbjones for sharing this with me . this pourse a clear dark brown red color . it s transparent which hints of a light body . the aroma is of chocolate milk or maybe the chocolate chips used for cookies . then i tasted it it went straight down hill from there . it s pretty thin watery on the tongue with a slightly hoppy taste . it s good up front but finishes poorly .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at t bonz in mb . ugh . copper color . no head . no lace . nose is non existent . really nothing there at all . expected some sweetness but nothing . weak nutty flavor ant that is it in the taste profile . very light in body . i guess this is a warm weather interpretation of a nut brown . it did go down easy but so does a pils or a light bodied ale . was hoping for much more here .,aroma,0.4,0
when poured we have a hazy pale golden color . sticking with the apple theme of the beer i would compare the color to watered down apple juice . i would give a moderate rating for carbonation . there is a very small head approximately cm . and its retention is not long . when i look at this trough the light it appears cloudy . to be honest it looks very boring . as soon as the top was popped i could smell the apples for an arms length away . i am trying to pick up on any malt aromas . it smells very sweet but i dont believe much of this is from the malt . also it is very hard to pick up on any hop aromas any that are present are overpowered by the smell of the apples . and again i do not detect any aroma from esters . if youre looking for a beer that smells like apples this one is for you . as one may have guessed the prominent flavor is apple . it tastes cidery to me like a very sweet hard cider without the alcohol . i also pick up on some spices maybe some cinnamon . there is no balance its all apples all the way . the apples dominate there is no doubt about it . upon taking a few more sips i concentrate on the mouthfeel . its a fairly light bodied beer . i think the amount of carbonation compliments the beer rather well . honestly the mouthfeel is exactly as i expected it to be . the overall drinkability is alright . it is a light crisp refreshing fruit beer . something that would go great on a hot summer night along with a block of cheddar cheese . i would have liked the beer to be the focus and the apples to highlight it but that was not the case . i would have to say that personally not my first choice of fruit beer . potential to be a favorite with the ladies or those not so much interested in beer . as i finish the glass i picture myself bobbing my head into a bucket of water to pull out that shiny red apple .,aroma,0.8,1
this can was courtesy of lunch from an in person trade at dld . thanks paul . poured into a new belgium snifter . it pours a medium bodied nice reddish copper in color with a one finger soapy cream colored head . the aromas are of aluminum pale malt and caramel malt . it s hard for me to get much because of the aluminum . the flavors are of slight aluminum caramel malts mild yeasty spice with light dark fruits . again the aluminum is a little too prominent and takes away from the actual flavors of the beer . this beer is exceptionally smooth and has a near perfect body . overall this seems that it s a beer that should not be canned and should remain in the bottle . i d be interested in trying this one from the tap or out of a bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark dark brown with a very light brown head and fingers . does n t last very long leaves a little on the glass . the beer is opaque i ca n t really see how clear the beer is . the smell is pretty faint . it s kind of sweet but i ca n t tell whether it s a complex chocolate or just chocolate and something else . when drinking i hit the chocolate taste right away and it followed up with a strong malt feeling . maybe traces of caramel . the cream is evident in the body it seems much thicker than other stouts . the carbonation is a little strong . the hops are light and i do n t detect the alcohol at all . overall a very drinkable and enjoyable beer . the flavor is n t overwhelming but is interesting enough to make me want to drink more .,aroma,0.6,1
i picked up the pint sized from my local gas station . my review may be a bit tainted because i can not pour a guinness right to save the life of me . i thought at first that i may have gotten a skunked beer but after reading several reviews i believe my thoughts to be on point . i prefer the regular guinness absolutely . a looks like a russian imperial stout . the foam is darker and more syrupy than i ve ever seen in a guinness . holding it up to the light it is much darker and can barely make out it s real dark red color . s burnt caramel mollasses baking chocolate t bitter on the tongue slight sourness in the foam very rich and robust like an espresso . it did not taste like a guinness to me more like a russian imperial stout and tastes like one more even though it is much lower in alochol than one . m it is a slow sipping beer it hits all the palates of the tongue and has a good amount of carbonation . my only real disappointment is that i wish guinness was as thick in consistency as it looks to be from it s foam . guinness milkshakes anyone . i should have bought newcastle brown ale or went further for regular guinness cans .,aroma,0.8,1
i bought a bomber of hop dog at a beer store . . . poured in to a pint glass . pours a hazy yellow orange color . it looks a bit like pineapple juice but for the bubbles rising in the glass . a modest creamy head forms but breaks down to a thin film quickly leaving virtually nothing behind on the glass . smell is strong and fruity for the most part . there is a smell of sweet bread and yeast along with some lemon and orange peel fragrances and a floral note somewhere between roses and pine . taste is a sweet bread flavor with caramel and toffee and then a dry bitter citrus flavor like grapefruit and a bitter note of dandelion leaves . mouthfeel is medium bodied slightly cloying with a lingering bitter aftertaste . not the most drinkable beer or combination of styles . it s a bit like putting unsweetened grapefruit marmalade on a piece of whole wheat toast . the flavors just seem to clash somehow . i doubt i would drink this again .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a thick head which dissipates very slowly . a pretty pleasant smell although not a lot of hints of much of anything . the taste falls rather flat . i do n t get much flavor out of it . easy to drink but without much taste why would you . i just purchased one of these from a store that allows mix and match so hopefully maybe it is just this one beer that does n t pass inspection,aroma,0.8,1
not impressed . a anaemic and a thrilling installment of the great disappearing head mystery . s redeemed itself a little here . a little bit of cinnamon then lemony wit smells . t fairly substandard . it s got a little bit of tang to it and a fairly appealing sweetness halfway through the glass but you could forget that this is a wit . m the one thing i expect from a bottle is good carbonation . that just did n t happen here . feels thin and dishwatery especially so when coupled with the look . would drink this again on a hot day but will never go looking for it .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pours a slightly hazy amber color with three fingers of head leaves a bit of lacing behind smell whoa rather unusual aromatics lemon pine sol melon and mint perhaps a touch of apricot too taste not much of a malt presence as an extreme bitterness dominates the flavor profile from the outset and the unusual flavors noted in the aroma linger in the back after the swallow the medicinal bitterness lingers well into the aftertaste mouthfeel medium body with moderate carbonation drinkability the lesson here is that what smells good perhaps interesting more than good is not necessarily what tastes good,aroma,0.9,1
this pours a light golden colour with a big fluffy white head that disappears quickly . sweet metallic mostly but there is a whiff of something like rotten egg in there too . horrible . on the palate it s the metallic sharpness that dominates for me . not as sweet as i expected . totally devoid of any flavour that you would like to find in beer . thin at best . horrible beer .,aroma,0.2,0
a stubbly little bottle with a goofy s cartoon pirate graphic on the lable . i didnt have high expectations sure . but this one really went well above those . a bright golden yellow with a pillowy white head . aroma is assertive with big belgian yeast some wit hefe spicing and a bit of funk . a real nice sniffer . some alcohol warmnig in there too . the . is hidden very well . i could swear it was in the range . some good strong peppery spice and then i am awash in the belgian yeast and funk . it s a real great complex brew . as it warms it jsut brings out more nuances . got some pear honey and breadiness . mouthfeel is nice and full deceptive for the color . if i had any complaints it is that this is a bit aggresive but then again . so are pirates . i guess .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear dark amber color with a one inch light tan head on top . great retention and some good lacing . the aroma is typical free state . almost nothing going on but a bit of indistinct sweet malt . the mouth livens up a bit but is less than expected . a light grainy flavor with some nutty and bready aspects is the base for this beer . a big sweet caramel crashes into the palate here and there . a very slightly booziness at times is apparent as well . not quite what i m looking for in a doppelbock . the mouthfeel is pushing full bodied and is rather syrupy with lower carbonation . i like a thicker mouthfeel but this was too syrupy . drinkability is moderate . the flavor was ok but unimpressive . really one of the less impressive doppelbocks i ve run into .,aroma,0.4,0
a deep golden color with a nice white head that laces beautifully . the slight sweet aroma of amlt and then a solid dose of hops comes in at the end . the taste is excellent the malt flavor is strong and not dominated by hops well balanced flavor . in the mouth it feels heavy for a lager which is medium bodied . this beer is exceptional fantastic flavor and crispness a great choice for session beer . i use this beer on alot of bmc drinkers as an introduction to craft beer . this is a great beer to take camping and watching the campfire .,aroma,0.7,1
a a clear amber brew with a humongous head . copious thick rings of lacing all down the sides of the glass . s spicy white pepper caramel malt a touch of sharp lemon and pine . t a spicy peppercorn flavor with a bit of pine hops and grapefruit pith . a bit of warming alcohol though not at all boozy . afteraste is a lingering pepper over a caramel malt an strong bitterness with a mild pine citrus finish . got ta love that rye . this flavor is very enjoyable for some reason . m smooth thick a little drying on the gums but very refreshing overall . d great . this is a beer to have again and again . i have heard that he brew mostly produces mediocrity but have found the reality to vastly above that bar .,aroma,0.6,1
i had been seeing this beer on the shelf for a few weeks and was intrigued to try it . a fruit beer at . wow . you do n t see that very often . i popped the top and the smell was kinda magnificent . potent and powerful packed with blueberries . the first sip was n t so bad either . it was all downhill from there . this beer is borderline undrinkable and i struggled to finish it . the problem is that it does n t even really taste like beer . just very viscous blueberry juice . actually it s almost more grape like . i ca n t believe this is n t made by welch s . or manischewitz . only later did i learn who truly makes this abomination anheuser busch . it s quite sleazy how ab has clearly tried to design their bottle to look microbrew esque and to dupe fools like me into trying it . for shame . and how absolutely bizarre that the near highest abv beer in their massive collection is a blueberry lager . but this is clearly not flavored with real blueberries . it s a potent force of artificial flavors and colors this beer appears more purple than grimace that totally mask the alcohol . not a good thing in this case . aaron,aroma,0.8,1
presentation oz longneck bottle with freshness info that is n t actually notched does great divide ever actually mark these . . . description of the beer on the label . appearance pours almost black with a thin tan colored head that fades quickly . smell sweet chocolaty aroma with hints of coffee . very nice . taste mmm . chocolate and coffee with quite a few roasted flavors . mouthfeel is slightly on the thin side for a porter but otherwise quite tasty . just enough hop bitterness to balance the nice roasted malt flavor and leave a fairly dry aftertaste that lingers nicely . overall impression a tasty well balanced porter . much better than some of the lighter great divide beers that have disappointed me lately .,aroma,0.9,1
this one i have been looking forward to . my close friend who loves beer but not as much as i do says this is a gimmick beer designed to get us beer geeks to cream our pants and delude our tastebuds when we drink it . we shall see . the beer pours mostly black with just hints of red translucency around the edges . tannish head sits majestically lacing well to the glass . the aroma is very deep anise fennel mocha coffee and a burning alcohol nose awesome . really a marvel . the flavor catches me off guard because i feel it is n t nearly as layered as the aroma . initially i can say that the maple birch syrup is very prevalent . the resounding sweetness in the first taste wanes a bit into a smoky burnt malt aftertaste with the finish bitter and nutty . a very unique yet challenging mouthfeel . this actually feels like i am drinking whipped egg yolks so thick and frothy . a big downside to me is the prevailing sticky nature of it . my lips literally stick together after a sip . strange . maybe a gimmick maybe two excellent breweries pushing boundaries and giving us beers that we do n t expect . i go with the latter because even though i do n t feel like i would want this again . i truly am glad i experienced it . now to buy up some more and drink one every year following . this baby should age well .,aroma,1.0,1
a light white one finger head that reduced to nearly no retention and good carbonation . a very cloudy light yellow . s bad i cant peg it really it is kind of like old hops and the tannins not fun to smell at all . t light wheaty dry with some esters . barely can tell much about the jasmine or peaches qualities . a light honey finish m light and bubbly kind of weird bitter finish from the jasmine . d some how this was heavy to get down it took me awhile there is still a little heat from the abv . one to try and especially after a few months to see if it improves .,aroma,0.3,0
bottle courtesy of mymrnngjckt poured into a snifter . pours a bright hazy golden orange with a dense one finger head that dissipates fairly quickly to a ring leaving sporadic lacing . the smell is surprising sweet with peaches and apricots on top of the big citrus hop base . there is also some caramel malts in the nose as well . the taste does n t quite deliver on the unique smell and is a mix of citrus and pine and some bready malts . it has an abrasive bitterness through the finish . the mouthfeel is medium bodied and very sticky with strong carbonation . this is an interesting dipa though i wish the flavor measured up to the unique aroma . still worth trying .,aroma,0.9,1
enjoyed in a pilsner glass a pours a perfectly clear yellow color with a ton of carbonation bubbles pours with two fingers of pure white head that is very frothy with large bubbles leaves s pretty much entirely floral hop aromas t complex but in an interesting way begins with floral hops then moves nicely into a slight maltiness and a bit more depth which is nice finishes nicely smooth with a bit of gentle honey like sweetness m gentle on the carbonation in the begining leaves a bit of dryness on the palate afterwards o inreally enjoy this brew love the hop character smooth but very complex not what i had expected out of a pilsner but notnat all disappointed,aroma,0.6,1
i looked this up to see if they had a batch gone bad and i got a bottle . but from the reviews it seems the funk is the norm . i could not get past it i had to dump it . i opened the bottle and it kept gushing . i still think i might have had a bad one . it tasted like a home brew gone bad . too bad i like their other beers a lot . the appearance was lovely and i was very excited . i was not expecting a sour beer i was looking forward to something dark and roasted . i really do n t know if i can judge this beer from this bottle . did anyone else have one that was just over the top yucky . or do i just not like this style .,aroma,0.7,1
ml corked and caged bottle poured into my corsendonk christmas ale tulip . tall fluffy and light white head that has solid staying power . wispy lacing sticks to the edges of the glass . body color is a light straw yellow good clarity through the body . streamers of carbonation spiral from the bottom to the top . smell is very mild slightly musty and dry . sure sign of belgian yeast . other aromas include lemon grass and a little honey . taste is more pronounced . still very dry and crisp . lots of lemon peel lemon grass a little coriander and green grass . very light touches here and there . mouthfeel is very light and fluffy with a dry and clean finish . goes down very smooth and very drinkable . even though the abv is a little higher it is still very refreshing on a warm night .,aroma,0.6,1
been considering this for a long time . frankly i do n t know what to expect but have always been interested . poured this vintage into a large wine glass . appearance black . actually it seems to have a red tint to it like the darkest red wine you ve ever seen . very minimal head that promptly exits the show . smell a lot going on . some definite toffee and brown sugar . lots of raisin going on . also picking up on the plum . smells very good . taste very sweet up front with lots of raisin and some dark almost cherry flavor . very fruity followed by a strong port like flavor and an alcohol finish . very unusual . it tastes like a funky port frankly . much sweeter than expected with a little coffee bitterness . there s also a sweet grape that actually reminds me of grape jelly . mouthfeel i actually really like the feel . it is smooth but covers the tongue nicely . sort of creamy but not too heavy . like the mouthfeel of a port or something along those lines . drinkability pretty decent for the style . i d have another glass but not a third . a very interesting beer . frankly the one thing it did n t remind me of was any other type of beer . i do n t think the wine glass i poured into is helping in this regard . the sweetness was very unexpected but i actually kind of liked this one .,aroma,0.9,1
ounce bottle purchased from beverage warehouse in los angeles poured into a pint glass with pretty much no head very sour for a barleywine and can taste it more as it warms strong smell not my favorite beer from anchor steam brewing but still good might be better if stored for a couple months and the flavor settles a little bit,aroma,0.9,1
poured into glass a large head light golden brown copper color . s very strong smell . could smell it without even putting nose up to it . some fruitiness sweet like a candy store . excess of hop smell . t some sweets come out in taste . not as hoppy tasting as it smells . caramel and maybe an undertone of spiciness . m not much left over in mouth after swallow easy to slosh over tongue . d good but not perfect . sits somewhere in the middle for ipa s in my books .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bomber into a tulip . appearance is great . big fluffy two finger head that wafts the hop aromas well tons of lace and excellent carbonation . color is a kind of murky dark amber . smells great . i love it the quintessential california hop heaven . tons of grapefruit cascade melon guava apples cherries all with a subtle fresh cut woodsy pine backbone and soothing aroma of fresh mountain air . this is how all cali ipa s should smell . it s not refined the bill is probably not all that complex but it certainly does the trick at least for a hophead . taste is a sharp bitter bite with crisp green apples and and a slight citrus malt . some pine and butter . it might be a too bitter for some . mouthfeel is bubbly and lush . drinkability is very good while i ca n t taste the booze it s definitely moderating the uber bitterness as i could easily down this bomber without much thought .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear gold . polished brass . . little head minimal carbonation . smells like a skunky heineken . then corn . taste starts clean corn lagerish as it should i guess . then has a pleasing bitter finish . but the finish is n t long enough or intense enough to sustain interest . mouthfeel was n t too bad for a beer with little carbonation . not too thin but certainly not full . nothing special but certain drinkable . i m guessing this would provide for wicked gas and headaches after three or four . the weak hop character would ultimately taint the palate driving you to consume doritos cool ranch or little debbie fudge cakes in order to mask the unwelcome flavor . this is good for one or two when nothing better is available .,aroma,0.4,0
caramel woody color . nice white head with very good lacing . not much to say about the aroma . you have to work for it but when you get the whiff it s nice . nutty taste . feels fantastic on the tongue . smooth and creamy but enough sparkle feeling to keep it interesting . i could go for a few of these bombers .,aroma,0.6,1
got this one at drinks over dearborne in chicago on our recent baseball trip . thanks for the chat mike . from a bottle into a snifter . note batch from december . drunk in september . note ii drunk right before dogfish head world wide stout . appearance pour not as thick as expected . produces a finger medium looking mocha colored head with pretty good retention . noisy head too . black body with higher levels of carbonation for the style . head slowly fades to a wisp with lots of carbonation decorating the top of the brew . lots . a swirling wisp and a ring remain leaving some dots of lacing down the glass . too much carbonation for the style . smell lots of roasted malt dark chocolate and boozy notes . some rum oak and dark cherries in there as well . smells barrel aged and quite big . bold aromas . taste still too young and harsh . had to go whoa . on the first sip . roasted and burnt or charred malts but they re soon overtaken by a blast of booze . spicy rum and whisky combination . oak shows up again with some dark cherries on the finish but booze is everywhere . aftertaste is bold with some bitter chocolate oak and boozy flavors . lots of heat after the swallow . got better as it sat in the glass but still too boozy . more stout flavored than its deleware and scottish colleagues but the booze flavors are less complex than wws . palate medium thin body a little too light and airy on the palate with higher levels of carbonation for the style . semi creamy on the palate but not creamy enough rough going down with a decent burn at the finish . lots of heat . finishes slightly mouth coating . smoothens out and becomes slightly creamier as it sits but is still harsher than needed . overall just too boozy to be enjoyable . a booze bomb . there are some nice flavors under the alcohol but this one needs a few years of aging to allow the booze to mellow out . i d love to try an aged bottle but fresh this one is tough going . that said it was a little more stout flavored than its deleware counterpart and way better than brewdog s tokyo . neither however were nearly as enjoyable as mikkeller s black which was a beauty .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a ounce clear bottle into a tumbler glass . appearance big white head and a clear yellow body . nothing noteworthy but i guess it looks ok . smell lots of skunk thanks to the clear bottle . apparently modelo cares more about the beer bottle than the beer itself . upon closer investigation i was able to discover the aroma of pale malts . taste more skunk . to quote the notes i wrote when i drank the beer yuck .,aroma,0.3,0
black sun . eagles losing . on the goal line th down . serious business . black sun stout is an irish dry stout that as far as i know does the style well . comparing it to a murphy s makes this one pretty dang awesome . thanks to two trades or a bottle of this that i m enjoying with greek food during wildcard weekend . brent celek steps out of bounds but the appearance of this one is solid with great bubbles dark brown to black body and thin head that sustains . it has a funny smell to me a bit medicinal but there s a hint of sour to it that keeps it interesting . the taste is deep and rich with sweet malts and sour mash am cream predominating . tasty to drink and smooth in the palate black sun s bottle says it s not normal and it s right . it s a little bit better than that .,aroma,0.6,1
i believe this beer is actually the jon boat now that it is one of the regular rotators . a one finger head . golden and hazy . s typical grain and bready aroma . t surprisingly less bitter than i expected . crisp with the grain and bread dominating taste with hop notes . m smooth and light bodied . moderate carbonation . semi dry finish . o easy to drink . semi dry . i have only had a few of this genre but for the genre this is a very good representative .,aroma,0.6,1
upon reviewing this beer i discover it s an ab product and it all makes sense now . served on tap as the local favorite our locals are idiots at old chicago in evansville indiana . this is the thinnest beer ever crafted by humans . really it makes lindsay lohan seem like the spokesperson for the obesity epidemic . the head appeared i blinked and it was gone . whoosh . no one else could prove it was there . no noticable odor of any kind . maybe hints of charcoal . maybe . this aromatic absence was confirmed by others at our table.tasted like someone burnt the malt . tiny little coffee undertones no hops to be found no bite no crispness . mouthfeel was watery except i believe water feels thicker . i gave this one a high score on drinkability because like all ab products it is possible to drink a hundred and not notice . in short buy this beer only to appreciate other stouts or positive note goes here to lure those indoctrinated by the macrobrews into the lair of the stout . might make a nice jumping point to interest the wife in guiness . maybe even stone s irs .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at the glbf . aroma subdued hoppy aroma . appearance cloudy and honey colored . very nice head with good retention . taste on first sip i get tons of citrus . grapefruit orange lemon all mixed together very tasty . sweet base . this tastes really fresh . mouthfeel light to medium body a little hop astringency . drinkability this is an amazing ipa tons of complex flavors very pleasant .,aroma,0.7,1
the beer poured a crystal clear deep amber brown with a thin head which persisted around the edges . the aromas are complex malt caramel raisins and dark fruit . the flavor is caramel and raising and sweet malt . the sweetness is balanced by decent bittering and the finish dries out over time from sweet to dry bitter and alcohol . the body is slick and medium full . i absolutely love the aroma of this beer and with more restrained alcohol its drinkability would improve .,aroma,1.0,1
a ml bottle poured into a tulip glass . red brown in color with a small head . sweet dark fruit aroma . very sweet fruity taste . the alcohol is noticeable and intrusive . i thought this beer was also way too sweet . i do n t think i ll try this beer again .,aroma,0.8,1
a this one is a ruddy orange amber color slightly hazy and topped with a big solid head . four fingers of khaki cream that stays put for a long while . lots of really nice lace is left clinging to the side of the glass . s fruity mango mandarin orange orange marmalade maple syrup and some buttery diacetyl notes . this is well hopped for the style . i like this nose quite a bit . t no where near as tasty as it smells . there is an acrid note that i do n t care for but the fruitiness is still there . slightly hoppy and underassertive . this is n t terrible but it s nothing to get worked up about . there is a hint of what might be described as rotten apple . like you would find swarming with bees under an apple tree . m light in body this has a large amount of carbonation and a clean finish with a little touch of lingering fruit . d eh . not bad . not good . just an average amber lager really . this looks really nice and smells good too but it falls short once you get the stuff into your mouth .,aroma,0.8,1
a black with a light tan head that dissipates quickly s caramel malts coffee and creamy t sweet malts up front some roasty chocolate . not that full tasting m creamy smooth d not the best stout nice and creamy but just not that strong of a taste for a stout . not very full bodied,aroma,0.9,1
poured a huge emulsion of a cream and carbonated crown which disintegrated rapidly into a tight froth skim . body is a honey hue of tawny brown . complexion is slightly fogged but all in all translucent . nose was instant hop aroma slightly acrid but vegetable at best with feeble musty yeast notes in the background . the consistency of this beer was watery and the mouth feel was rather weak . flavors were slightly metallic and rather basic . grassy vegetable hops reminiscent of celery washed over the palate . there was a pleasing sharp citrus zing followed by a stale malt aftertaste . not the best representation of this style .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bomber into duvel tulip a above average . dark for an ipa almost porter like in low light but a nice reddish amber when back lit . head is decent with a fluffiness absent in many american beers but it fades fairly quickly leaving minimal lacing . s what . this is an ipa . where are the hops . i smell some caramel malts but little else . maybe a little tart apple or something odd that seems out of place . t this just does n t taste like an ipa . there s some tartness that comes from somewhere maybe an infection as in the intensely infected winter brew i ve reviewed from this brewery . it s bitter but there are no hop aromatics . admittedly the bottle may be old no date that i can find on the bottle but there should be more from the hops here . i think there s a tiny tad of diacetyl in here too . there s some astringency as well . despite all of these flaws i say it tastes average . while awful as an attempt at an ipa it s really better than many beers i ve had . m no complaints on the mouthfeel but it s nothing spectacular . d really for a beer approaching abv the drinkability is very high . for all it s faults the alcohol is very well hidden . i paid only . for this bomber but i imagine that given its regular price of . someone must have complained about infection that or someone noticed that a discount may be in order when some bottles are filled to within of the cap while others level never reach the neck .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy yellow orange with a very dense white foam head which sticks around for a good bit . definite orange and citrus hops in the nose . in terms of flavor i would call it a very orange y tripel . plenty of tripel spice coupled with a very obvious orange flavor . kind of like victory brewing s golden monkey with the orange aspect on steriods . very tastey . mf is medium light with no real head retention to speak of . all told a very pleasing brew . i could definitely work through two or three bombers and enjoy my evening . a very pleasing beer and plenty tolerable according to my wife the . is very well hidden . looking forward to the coffee porter i ve got in my fridge next .,aroma,1.0,1
very dark brown pour light tan head minimal lacing . definitely a porter but nothing fantastic . aroma has lots of pleasant chocolate and roasted malts . it s robust enough that i d call it damn good . taste is good . bitter chocolate and lots of roasted malts light sweetness . good solid porter . thiner creamy and good over all . solid drinkability . over all tasty and worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
a cloudy dark orange with no head . very little carbonation . several white tan specks . s banana almost like a wheat . faint smell of alcohol . t alcohol sugar almost like a wheat on steroids . m smooth with the right amount of carbonation . some warming from the alcohol as well d it would be easy enough to have a couple of these even though its pretty strong . an interesting choice for a summer seasonal brew .,aroma,0.9,1
had on tap at the bierhaus . pours pale amber with minimal white foamy head slow and light bead some decent lacing . looks pretty blah really . nose is very fruity and floral great deal of hops on there . lots of pineapple and citrus with some acerbic characters lingering behind . light caramel malt as well pleasantly light and refreshing smell . taste is bitter from the start but quite complex . starts with a metallic bitterness then some pleasant fruity esters come through on the mid with hints of dried apple and some sultana notes . slight bready yeast comes through at the back which is a shame for the rest of the palate . a green flavour hangs at the back slightly tart and undercooked . overall pretty nice except for that slightly cloying bready character . a bit overcarbonated on the feel has a very harsh tingle to it . pretty thin and wet otherwise not impressed . not bad overall hang spoils the refreshing pils nature of it though .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into typical pint glass . light dark brown head dissipated quickly . a looks like burnt motor oil very dark deep color . can not see through at all . s smells of super dark roasted coffee with hints of damp wood . t nose offers surprisingly little taste followed by a rush of complex flavors . bourbon and toasted malt wood flavors protrude through mid palette and a hint of alcohol right after swallow . aftertaste begins with dark coffee followed by ephemeral earthy taste finally accented again by a slight alcohol taste m quite high cutting carbonation feel on the nose . slightly dry and less viscous than expected yet smooth . d very drinkable if you take your time to appreciate the complexities of this beer . good companion on a cold night will keep your attention as the flavors change with the temperature of the beer . alcohol becomes more prevalent as the drink warms up also feels lighter as the sips continue . pretty good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
from notes the belgian strong pale is an awkward fit for this beer as is the saison style . this would fit somewhere in the middle and is n t particularly representative of either . no matter . this is a solid effort though not quite on par with the quality of ingredients and masterful coaxing of flavors that i got from the brooklyn local . a decent grapefruit skin color with a finger head and moderate retention . scents of red pear cane sugar and spices . a little touch of banana but the citrus and spices take over with some solid carbonation throughout and very nice semi complex flavors in the mouth . balance is this beer s strong suit but it does it by thinning out the beer more than is necessary . delivers less in the mouth than on the nose .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to digita for being my european beer contact and sendin me these . pours a crisp golden clear . very nice head with nice lacing . nice crisp pils aroma . smells nice and bready but not very complex . tastes great . very crisp and refreshing . nice and malty with a good pils lager taste . mouthfeel is nice and malty for a pils but still crisp and great carb . overall i could see me in a beer hall in germany drinking a big ol stein filled with this stuff . great octoberfest bier,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a chalice . pours a deep copper with no head . this looks to be a good belgian dubble based on the retention . smell is weak faint caramel malt and slight sugary adjunct aroma . taste is of caramel malts . slight touch of raisins and dates . very small sweetness profile to laud the grain bill . not much going on here . tastes watered down . severely . mouthfeel is thin and pathetic.for a beer that calls itself an abbey ale . this is really thin like a macro with flavor . sorry . .i do not recommend this is an atrocious example of a belgian beer .,aroma,0.4,0
apricot golden body tiny hop flecks visible and a classic ivory creamy spritzy cap . the nose is very aromatic like a freshly prepped bowl of ambrosia . lots of ripe citrus in the nose specifically tangerine and ruby red grapefruit . small pine character in the background . the taste is crisp hoppy and i could tell upon first drink the mouthfeel is superb . the label claims this beer was brewed with honey and i think i could tell that for myself even if they did n t help out with that bit of information . hops hops and more hops well balanced though with a good sized malt backbone pale and caramel malts try to balance the hop onslaught and do almost lots of honey encrusted tangerine resinous pithy hops buds the honey gives a sweet sugary parity to the beer along with notes of dried apricots . mouthfeel is sharp nectary and crisp . the taste is big but not great . i appreciate the boldness bitterness balance and power of the hops it s just not amazing . i ll say it it s overrated a little . change the name from hopslam to bells double ipa and this beer averages to an a and does n t crack the top or garner as much hype .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled at the southside beer expo frankfort il . well i may be sampling this just so i can finally claim to have had a south american beer . but this does have a little more character than the standard pale ale . served a little warm it demonstrates a bit more hoppiness and a few good malt notes than the standard megabrew . just not too much more . insert your joke about argentinians and germans here .,aroma,0.3,0
a nice color couple fingers of nice fluffy white head . decent lacing considering the level of hop oils . cloudy with lots of floaters especially the second half of the bomber . s pine sap and spicy pepperiness smack you in the face . it smells like a a big pile of hops . there are also some alcohol esters and actually a decent aroma of biscuit like malt . t hops dominate . bitter pine lime zest pepper . just tons of hops . if you do n t like hops avoid this beer . m d this beer attacks the palate very bitter . medium body . the bitter aftertaste lingers for a while . this beer is definitely one and done . while not a bad beer there are definitely better dipas out there . i am glad i tried it but will not be seeking it out again . it is just too extreme too bitter to be anything more than a novelty beer .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz into a anifter . slight tan head that fades fast . smells very floral and chocolatey . tastes like pork one of my least favorite flavors . also a lot of chocolate . drinks real well and moderately drinkable but that pork flavor stays . unique but not amazing . fred is exponentially better .,aroma,1.0,1
a bottle left over after gabf judging and given to me as a reward for my volunteer efforts . entered as an abbey not a dubbel as the style here on ba states . pours an entire glass of light brown foam with no liquid . upon settling the liquid was clear brown copper . smells fig chocolate pudding pears brown sugar candi sugar floral clean alcohol and a waft of spicy zip . tastes moderate malt sweet supporting dominant fruity esters . nice candi sugar adds depth as does a spicy belgian yeast zip . phenols are present but muted and overpowered by the malt and esters . malt tastes lightly of chocolate and gently toasted bread . esters which dominate the palate are pear green raisin crisp style apple and green grape . finish is a bit musty and weedy which dries is out with a lingering edginess . light yet somehow chewy in the mouth with way too much carbonation . has a concerning stomach heartburn which suggest to me some sort of contaminant microbe . i give this one a meh .,aroma,0.8,1
dark brown in hue with reddish coppery highlights this beer is fairly dark for a bock . interesting . it was served with one finger of beige head the head retention was fair and it faded to a thin collar in a few moments naked in the middle . the subsequent lacing was webby and quite widespread . this is a good looking beer . the nose is clean with a roasted caramel twang . it doesnt really say much . too soft it was served a little too cold . not inviting but im curious though factor in the color i want to take a sip . it should be noted once this beer had warmed up the nose was more talkative but it kept saying the same thing sweet sweet sweet i get the point . the palate is very interesting there is big sweetness for a bock . i liked it for a while . it is sweet with hints of coco and some caramel . earthy . hops are german in nature as it should be . this beer is quite flavorful . i found some zippy roasted acidity at the finish . on the whole the palate is clean id like it to be a bit dirtier . the sweetness is big and im not sure id drink more than one of these a night . in fact i only order one when i was at the brewpub . i have to think this beer would be very good with vanilla cake . this is a dessert beer . medium full in body moderately low carbonation the mouthfeel is filling enough . sweet aftertaste . overall this beer is tasty and very flavorful . rich in taste considering the abv restriction laws well done . it is drinkable but too sweet it needs more hops and more caramel from the malt . still i am impressed with this beer . its worth a try if at the brewpub .,aroma,0.6,1
a bright orangy copper body very little white head . decent look . s nice sweet citrus hops and just some other things i ca n t quite put my finger on but there s something about this nose that just seems right . this is how i want an ipa to smell . t ca n t live up to the nose but its good . nice complex hop profile bitter and citrus maybe some odd vegetal notes . but overall a good taste . m a bit dry medium body . good for an ipa i think . not exceptional . o d good beer bit out of balance for my tastes . will not seek out but will gladly enjoy again .,aroma,1.0,1
a poured a nice golden amber color not much head but just enough s smells of flowers and citrus fruits t you can definitely taste the fruits and pomegranate that went into making this beer . the carbonation is better tasted and felt than seen during the initial pour . d this beer is very easy to drink . its light but still retains a complexity to make it a good beer,aroma,1.0,1
my thoughts on big chop aside this is an excellent czech pils . decent foamy head that dissapates to a thin ring around the circumference of the glass . light bready aroma that is nice and not overwhelming . flavor is very well balanced with fruity light malts and sharp saaz hop flavor . crisp to the point that it sort of bites your tongue in a good way . color is deep gold . a slightly darker pils than usual but i really love the color . . grab a growler of this stuff .,aroma,0.6,1
dark dark brown with mahagony highlights topped by thick billowing beige froth . sticky lacing all around . big roasty coffee with cocoa aroma is readily evident upon without lifting the glass . taste features coffee with milk some chocolate at the edges biger at the finish . earthy hops bring a bitter nip over the center of the tongue . solid mouthfeel smooth but not syrupy . easily drinkable and a desire for more . heard about this beer for a lot of years . it did not disappoint . always room for a tsty porter .,aroma,1.0,1
pouted from a ml bottle app nice hazy straw cider color . small white head with lacing sm citric with a small amount of funk . a little barnyard and some farmer s daughter . not bad ta overwhelming acidity that can only be described as gastric . tasted like i was drinking acid reflux . utterly disgusting . not even sour just acidic . tried to cut through and tasted some lemon oak and tannic flavors but it was near impossible . their blender must be devoid of all cognitive and tasting abilities . mf good amount of carbonation . bit full bodied for the style but not horrible . dr undrinkable due to the taste . bought this to introduce a buddy to the style and was completely disappointed . a complete insult to the style . suppose i should have know better coming from lindeman s but some of the other reviews made me optimistic . will never buy again .,aroma,0.7,1
ml bottle a pours a translucent brown with a soft cap of an off white head . fair retention . s fragrant molasses baked dark bread brown sugar sweet loving the nose . t baked brown bread again baker s chocolate with a fair amount of roast . quite bitter for the style . m medium bodied nice carbonation prickly with a smooth finish . d great nose solid taste in the end a nice effort it needs more sweetness to be really good it definitely has potential .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a ml bottle with best before date into tumbler . great dunkel coloring deep and even throughout glass . fantastic smell of sweet banana and a slight tart cloves . the first thing i thought when tasting this was watery but after the second taste the flavors started jumping out hallmark of a fantastic beer . slight bitter and a hint of metallic with a fantastically clean finish like a lager . carbonation is just right and it is not overly sweet . a great beer for any day and would be great with smoked food or bbq .,aroma,1.0,1
i poured into a columbus blue jackets molson canadian pint glass to white foamy head that quickly disappeared . it is yellow and clear . it smells awful . it tastes like billy d. williams pissed in a can . it is gon na be tough choking this down . skoal .,aroma,0.3,0
this is quite unlike any brown ale i have tried . dark ruby red or rich rosewood brown slight purples almost wine like in appearance . a very rich colour full and sparkling . it poured with an exceptional two fingers of head which is typical of wild rose they have excellent head on their brews . fine creamy off white receding quite quickly to a thin film . the aroma is very unique not typical of a brown ale . i smell bubble gum butter sweet but subdued malt light grassy hops raisins and a fruit which i can not recognise figs . dates . in fact i smell cream and butter margarine as the strongest aromas rather than coffee chocolate as the bottle says . a very unexpected and robust aroma . sweet and complex i like it very much it adds a whole other nuance to beer . i can not compare it to any other beer i have tried . the taste is similar but lacking in the complexity and fullness . curious the label says honey free . i do taste strong honey flavours but obviously they have achieved this through the malt and it makes the taste even more one of a kind . sweet chocolate berries raisins toasted malt with hops only discernible about a minute after a sip of this beer . initially there is no hop presence but after a few minutes the grassy dry sensation is wholly noticeable . low carbonation making it smooth and silky on the tongue again very buttery . medium full bodied . for me personally the malt is perfectly roasted just enough to add burnt breadiness without the strong dryness of a stout . there is no off putting characteristic to this beer i can see a good many beer drinkers enjoying it so drinkability is very high . there is definitely enough character to keep the enthusiast pleased .,aroma,1.0,1
pours black with tan creamy head . . smell is fruity with some fresh hop . the hop surprised me . low carbonization on the tounge . there is really low blueberry taste which surprised me . i had held out on this prior due to bo wanting a fruity beer . it is not fruity .,aroma,0.6,1
a clear brown with chunky finger of beige head that laces well and keeps you company throughout the entire drink s a lot of white grape somehow with a slight hoppy tinge and some sweet malt t not as promising as the aroma would lead fairly balanced with citrus and grape undertones m medium surprisingly given it s high abv which is well hidden d went down easier than any barleywine i ve ever tasted old guarduan bigfoot old crustacean etc .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance a murky brown body capped by two fingers of cream colored head that fade slowly and leave no lacing . aroma a great mix of sour and vinegary notes over a sweet malt body . mouthwatering . flavor just as the nose foreshadowed a balanced combination of tart and sour flavors riding over a sweet malt body . unfortunately this is nowhere near as intense as the nose and ends up way too subdued for my tastes . very mild sweet and sour flavors in the aftertaste . mouthfeel medium bodied with somewhat spritzy medium high carbonation and a drying finish . drinkability this is surely an easy drinker if you like sours . however i think i d get a little bored and order one of their aged pales next . verdict i have to say petrus oud bruin is a bit of a frustrating beer to me . clearly the basics are in place but the flavor profile is just too thin like the beer has been watered down slightly and served extremely cold .,aroma,0.8,1
when poured this beer i was really loved how it looked . perfect color for a brown and great head with some lacing . really nice . the smell dropped off a bit being dominated by a biscuit smell with bit of roastiness under it . nice but nothing special . the taste is better than the smell with a bit of coffee nutiness and a bit of caramel . there is also a bit of a bitterness in the back of my mouth . good light mouthfeel with lively carbonation which complements the lighter flavor profile .,aroma,0.6,1
as we have come to expect from unibroue the beer is presented in a dramatic bottle with a champagne cork . after popping the cork the beer pours deep brown . it is mahogany with ruby highlights and a quickly dissipating coarse tawny head . the aroma is nothing short of amazing . it immediately presents with big raisin molasses strawberry and bubblegum . there is a hint of clove and some leather and black cherry . as it continues to warm there are big currant notes and some cocoa with a hint of inkiness . the flavor is malty sweet and full of caramel at the sip with vinous and fruity notes emerging . caramel comes through along with some cocoa . the finish is sweet and fruity with plenty of alcoholic warming at the swallow . the body is medium . the carbonation is disappointingly low for the style . the mouthfeel is medium full and somewhat fluffy . i have had most of the unibroue beers but this was really outstanding even for them . this was rich and complex to an extent seldom found even in belgian style beers . this would be a great beer for enjoying with bananas foster or another rich fruity dessert .,aroma,1.0,1
adnams bitter the classic beer according to it s own bottle and they re not far wrong . the pint poured a beautiful ruby brown colour with a fairly sizeable cream coloured head . sadly as with most bottled beers the head was short lived . the smell was not very distinctive clear smell of hops with a hint of sweet vanilla and a very mild fruity smell to it . the taste was beautiful a collection of hops with the vanilla hint running through very tasty indeed . the mouthfeel was a bit watery for my liking but did give a nice slightly bitter after taste . the pint went down very well and had i bought any more i would have drunk these on the same night . this is one that will definately retain a place in the beer cupboard . i would be very keen to try this on cask .,aroma,0.6,1
review is from notes taken on and poured from the bottle to a pint glass . glad i finally came across this beer on a recent trip back home . not nearly as good as some other beers from southern tier but definitely solid enough in the end . worth trying but not necessarily seeking out . appearance pour is a pale golden yellow straw color starts with a one finger white meringue like head with solid retention body is very clear and shows very strong and fast carbonation fair and dry looking washes of lacing hold on to the sides of the glass . smell some dry toasty grains . nose is very faint and not much coming out of it . taste not too shabby a little plain overall but crisp and light toasty grains a bit of a thin and sweet malty backing very faint hop bitterness that s a little lemony . mouthfeel very light and crisp body with strong and lively carbonation a very clean finish . drinkability this is the kind of beer that could be drank all day but it s really kind of plain and lackluster overall not bad and a solid beer and it s not as if everything has to be he huge or exotic or barrel aged but i think there are ultimately better offerings from other breweries that meet this criteria much better .,aroma,0.4,0
i tried this before the relaunch about a year ago . the smell is the biggest difference . you know that first smell you catch when you just discovered the dog broke wind . that s what i was greeted with when i popped the screw top off my bottle . i poured it into the glass the smell remained for a short time then actually turned to a warm aroma of sweet bread . the carbonation was good and prickly and the prevailing flavor is sweet followed by a bitter finish . the lager sweetens as it warms and had a taste of which i would n t mind spending the evening . all olfactory discussion aside this is a beer i definitely would n t avoid if the friends or family roll out a cooler of michelob golden light and bud light with a few of these mixed in for retro appeal . p.s . the beer that made milwaukee famous now made in illinois .,aroma,0.4,0
appears with light just slightly dakrer than yellow pouring from the bottle leaving me less than impressed what did i buy . in the glass a slight haze and a mix of ruby and orange color . a light beige head forms with impressively sticky lacing given the oak that is supposed to be here . a strong amber beer aroma mixed with oak and vanilla with a sharp citrus hop finish . after sitting out the citrus melds in and there are hops but they are hard to really discern from the oak and malt . i am not sure what style or hell what im drinking here . this brings out notes of a strong ale in body and certain characteristics i cant really describe and i associated with such styles . the oak reminds me of some bourbon barrel aged ales where the oak notes seem out of place the vanilla doesnt blending and the use of hops just dont make senses . well carbonated the body is rather nice for and it is far more drinkable than expected . i dont get this beer at all . the oak flavors are off putting . the hops and the malt dont work at all with this oak . i would like to read what others think but this is perhaps one of the worst uses of oak ive had . as it warms it just is too sweet and the oak doesnt work anymore than to start . i dont get this love at all . value is a part of this score at bucks it really does n t help anything .,aroma,0.3,0
oz . bottle into a snifter thanks to coldponcho . no best by bottled on date . a very thin . very light golden orange kind of resembles apples juice . small one finger head is pretty thick but fades quickly decent lacing . the thinness clarity is a little bit off putting somehow . s citrus juice . blood orange grapefruit pineapple some grass and pine . buttery malts . smells great best part of the beer for sure . t more muted than the smell . lemon lime and pineapple comes out more . a hint of sweetness honey . before a very bitter finish . does n t taste bad but something s missing . m pretty thin actually but it has that nice sharp ipa finish . o not too bad but the smell set up expectations that the taste did n t meet . i really like the hops that make up this nose but something was missing from the taste .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a murky dark brown and red color with a finger white head that persists for only a short time with not much retention or lacing . aroma is sweet malts honey dark fruits sour cherries cinamon and oak . amazingly complex . taste follows nose and begins with dark malts and honey sweetness . lots of fruity esters follow mainly with plums grapes and cherries . it ends in a tart vinegary note also with some yeast spicy bitterness . aftertaste is sweet and sour and induces salivation . alcohol warmth spreads after each sip . body is medium and carbonation is medium to low . drinkability is fairly high given the abv . nice beer from bfm but i m not sure if this can be labeled as biere de garde though . it has lots of yeast complexity and i definitely recommend it .,aroma,1.0,1
at most mexican cuisine restaurants you ll see this staple with some sort of citrus shoved into the bottle . this motivated me to be unique and try the dos equis which i enjoyed and decided i would try corona on another occasion . such an occasion came when i traded a roll of toilet paper for a couple coronas in college . expecting to identify with the countless groups of people who consider it as necessary as a taco to the mexican diet i was let down by the disctinctly dirty taste inherent in your standard corona . what a let down . i call it mexican bathwater just because the beer happens to be mexican if it was german i would say german bathwater,aroma,0.6,1
firkin friday at ccb brings an unusual conception today . white chocolate cream ale . it sounds good if you focus on chocolate and cream but anyone who drinks cream ales knows that they are very similar to lagers and decidedly un creamy in the broad spectrum of beer potential . a the pour is a ruddy murky gold with a few large soapy bubbles . no lace or head . due to the cask i will grant it a bit of leeway . s the nose is white chocolate all the way . not hugely pungent but leading the way in a reserved manner . underlying is some basic pale grain some lemon herbal hoppiness and i think some grains of paradise . t the flavor is in line with the nose just less sublime enjoyable nonetheless . the chocolate is now slightly below the grainy notes and lemon y herbal aspect is much more pronounced . all in all it is still on the milder side of flavorful . m lighter bodied but quite silky the beer is more lively than the appearance suggests . o i wish they would ve named it jason williams cream ale they could ve littered the tap handle with jailhouse looking tattoos and offered a disclaimer that it was not named after the manslaughterer of limo drivers who spells his name with a y .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a golden brown with no head or lacing . not a good sign as soon as the bottle was opened i smelled stagnant water smells . the smell is primarily that with a faint malt scent . the flavor is interesting . the lemon grass they use in the brewing is the dominant flavor . there s not much other flavor there except that stagnant water flavor which is very faint . to be fair i generally do n t like wheat beers because they all tend to taste a little skunky to me except wheat fruit beers like abita s purple haze and sam adam s cherry wheat . that said this is probably one of the better tasting wheat beer i ve had . i probably wo n t have another but it is palatable . the mouthfeel has a carbonation sting and the lemon grass bitterness leaves a short lived aftertaste . this is more drinkable than many wheat beers i ve had . added the next day after further review it appears that skunky smell is from the tap water i used to rinse the soap residue off the glass . i guess i need to install my water filters .,aroma,0.4,0
good appearance decent head that holds for an acceptable amount of time lacing is okay . there is a smell that i place as a peachy pearish smell . tast has a touch of pine that almost gave of a slightly metallic taste . with all the powerful ipas out there thing one is definately weak in the hop department . i am interested in the hop level in the regular pale ale . an overall good beer . the carbonation died off quickly and it was not the powerful beer i was expecting . i may revisit it again but it was good enough i am interested in more of their beers .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pours a fairly clear yellow color looks like macro in this respect very little head . smell the smell is where this beer really shines . it actually smells just like a pumkin pie hints of pumkin nutmeg are very apparent delicious . taste initial taste includes some pumkin notes but these quickly recede to a more normal light beer taste of watery wheat . mouthfeel pretty thin on the palate nothing to rave about here . drinkability a good brew to celebrate the fall season with perhaps only worth a six pack though .,aroma,0.8,1
vintage . a deep brown with a small twn head . leaves a nice ring around my caracole snifter . holding it up to the light reveals a tinge of amber redness . a nice looking brew . n oh man . this is how a beer should smell . full and rich with dried fruits overtaking the nose . lots of vanilla in here as well as some caramel and licorice . t quite a lot going on in this brew . tons of syrupy sweetness and vanilla . papaya figs apricot and licorice are also present . i will say this definitely let this brew warm up . when i first began drinking it was probably still a bit too cold and it made the brew much too sweet . allowing it to sit brings the alcohol out a bit more which contrasts nicely to the sweetness . m much thinner than i expected . the sticky syrup penetrates every crevice of your moth . nothing too special here . d so scarily drinkable . at . i feel that i could sip this all night . definitely a sipping brew but one that you do n t want to end . much like a great brandy . well this beer waited years to be drank and i think i gave it a good home . it was a damn fine beer but i think it maybe was a few years past its prime . the hop character seemed to have faded which made the brew a bit one dimensional .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle from the shrinking cellar . dark brown with a fat creamy beige head . held up to the light it reveals a purple hue . a harmonious aroma of raisins and rosemary dominating . dates and caramel intoxicating sugars . i remove my pants . wow taste is right there too . honey rosemary raisins dates caramel with a salty sweet finish . if only the oceans were made of this . the saltiness at the end is a bit distracting but i beg for more . it s just alluring . a buxom moses coming down off the mountain with his salty carved rocks . a really unique flavor and my favorite taste of an american bsda . i feel like it really cuts into what would otherwise be a very sweet beer . tomme this is excellent thank you .,aroma,1.0,1
born on date so right where the brewers think it should be consumed . six months after bottling . poured into my duvel tulip the beer is orange amber . the light tan head is enormous . it fills at least two thirds of the glass . after a brief wait the glass is covered with globs of lace . the aroma is musty dry citrus fruit . hints of hops wood and a nice amount of funk . the flavor is a bit off putting . it basically full on dry funk . i like horse blanket and barnyard funk bu tnot in this concentrated form . i really ca n t pick out anything else . the body is smooth and creamy . moderate carbonation . dry finish . overall the beer looks and smells fantastic . it falls way short on flavor and drinkibilty .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a pint glass . pours a crystal clear dark gold orange color with a finger creamy head that dissipates quickly . the smell is the highlight of this beer nutmeg pumpkin vanilla cinnamon and a gram cracker crust smell that emerges as it warms up . tastes like pumpkin pie spices with a hop kick up front with a delicious carmelized sugar like on top of the pie in the middle delicious . unfortunately the finish and aftertaste is so dominant of nutmeg that all other flavors are lost . there is a nice creamy mouthcoating feel . drinkability up front is exceptional but the negative finish makes it average . if they could balance out that nutmeg finish this would be the best pumpkin beer i ve had .,aroma,1.0,1
ok wanted to get a little na action for the weeknight drinking so i had to choose btwn this old milwaukee na and busch na . probably out of past fear of the latter i chose this . it s almost x as much so consider that before you buy . appearance eh ok probably the best thing about this . .looked kinda inviting . smell oh my god this one stinks like an old shoe or something . yeck . . surely did n t entice me to drink but i bought a sixer so . . taste good well avg with a little funky malt up front . you get used to it tho mouthfeel etc . ok ot a bad choice . i might try the others since this is so but i ll keep a few of these in my fridge . so it s up to you kind of steep but you could do worse even with a beer with more alcohol in it .,aroma,0.3,0
yet another can dropped off for me by local trader tone to help the canquest tm cantinue on its merry way . from the can unofficially the official beer of the united states of america . the crack glug produced the beginnings of yet another greg koch special more fizzy yellow beer . i had a brief finger of fizzy bone white head until i looked away and it disappeared like a thief in the night . color was a light sunshine yellow but even at that it was darker than the previous victoria . nose smelled grape y sweet like bubble gum . have the cybermen invaded latrobe pa . . . omfg . mouthfeel was thin to medium with a really thin watery lager taste . i think nerofiddled had it right when he mentioned it being watered down . i would guess with a fire hose . finish was light and unobtrusive and i can not recommend doing much with this other than using it to keep slugs away from the rose bushes . it was not gag a licious but it was so light and airy as to be nearly nonexistent . bah .,aroma,0.2,0
poured into a pint glass from oz . bottle . hard pour gets a beautiful head to rise up just a little more than two fingers worth of off white frothiness . beer is a clear copper color . little bubbles rise to the top in single file lines . nice lacing the whole time as well . smells phenomenal . a bouquet of citrus hops with a little bit of floral and maybe piney for good measure . the citrus is really what is coming through for me . my favorite . taste is right on for the smell . right on for what i want in an ipa . the hops are all there all in harmony with one another and there s a good malt backbone behind it imparting just a hint of sweetness . so nicely balanced just a little bit of bitter and the rest is flavor . good full mouthfeel . nicely carbonated . i could probably go on drinking these all night but probably would get a little bit of taste bud fatigue after the third . would n t stop me from reaching for another one though . the alcohol would probably catch me a buzz after just a couple but it certainly weighs in a little lower than some comparable ipas which is nice . easily to find not outrageously priced and absolutely delicious this beer has a place in my fridge or at any gathering i m attending . because it s not overly bitter might be a good introduction to the style for people who would like the type of ipas i like .,aroma,1.0,1
nice dark pour with almost no head . the smell was amazing probably the highlight of the beer . it smelled like vanilla creme brulee . the taste was a bit of a letdown from the smell . sweet vanilla upfront but it quickly changes into a more watery and slightly bitter finish . it got better as the temp increased . it was decently warm more than one would expect from such a sweet smelling beer . overall it s a pretty solid novelty beer . not one that will make its way into my regular buys but i ll probably get it again for a special occasion .,aroma,1.0,1
pours out a light amber orange color with minimal head that quickly recedes to a few white lingering bubbles . nutty aroma with lots of caramel hay and oats seem to scream out at me . taste is nutty with burnt pecan and pecan shell bitterness slight malt and caramel sweetness that is barely noticeable some citrus notes make their way out towards the finish very mild hop presence throughout the sip . mouthfeel is light but refreshing and smooth with average carbonation . overall this is a good beer not too complex but an interesting addition with the pecans that made for an enjoyable brew .,aroma,0.9,1
. for a . fl oz bottle . . abv bottle conditioned . pours out to a very dark mahogany near black forming a small dark tan head like espresso crema with good retention and solid sheets of lace . carbonation is mild to moderate . the aroma is rich with coffee vanilla molasses prunes black walnut and bourbon . the mouthfeel is exceptionally smooth with a dense rich and thick body . the taste is a recap of the aroma but not as pleasant . the coffee is acidic and tart and the bitterness is moderate accentuated by the earthy coffee . in the finish there is a hint of oxidation and a ruddy mouthfeel lingering in the aftertaste . again the acidity of the hops and the coffee is pretty pronounced and seriously hinders it s drinkability . it s not as smooth and drinkable as say founders breakfast stout or kbs . i think it s quite a challenge to find a good mix between the stout and the coffee when brewing a beer in this style and i do n t think this one does a very good job . the mouthfeel is always a challenge and i think the way the coffee is used is particularly important . my limited experience suggests that brewing espresso and adding it after fermentation is the way to go as opposed to brewing with drip coffee or steeping during the mash . at any rate as it warms the sweetness of the malts comes out and helps to balance the acidity of the coffee . i would actually recommend drinking this one at about f to get the best mix of flavors years ago this beer was notorious and i m glad i tried it but there are much better beers of this style out there now .,aroma,0.9,1
a a deep dark tan teetering on brown slight head quickly fades away leaving only a slight milky way lacing in the center of glass with a minor ring around the edges of the glass . carbonation bubbles can be seen rising all the way to the top . a flat black color with a faint brownish hue . a minimal amount of light leaks in through the top . s cherry . milk chocolate . caramel . a very minor roasted malt presence . perhaps a hint of raspberry . black forest cake . enticing all the way around . t exceedingly tart . almost artificially tart . raspberry . sweet cherry . chocolate cake . coffee that has been sitting out way too long . the pieces do n t seem fit here . m an ever so slight carbonated presence on the tongue to start . sleek . medium bodied . an odd combination of thick and thin both at the same time . a very slight chalky texture left post sip . d definitely a dessert beer . unique and memorable but not necessarily in a good way . the components here seem a little forced . an excellent appearance and aroma are n t complemented by the disappointing taste mouthfeel and drinkability . honestly is a little bit of a struggle to get all the way down .,aroma,1.0,1
pour samber with two fingers of head . the head dissapears almost immediately though . the smell is about half and half lager flavor does no tliv eup to the malt smell at all . there is a much more obvious malt taste than a macro lager but it s still a very plain and slightly watery tasting beer . not heavily carbonated at all . reminds me of a less flavorful amber bock more than anything . very drinkable but nt particularly special . still an old dfavorite .,aroma,0.4,0
purchased single bottle from martignetti s appearance clear golden straw colored head that dissipates quickly smell a sweet malty yeast smell.not much fruit or spice . it is rather pleasant though . taste disappointing . light but sour and acidic not much body or flavor . almost tastes watered down . overall not recommended . very little of interest here although nothing about it that really turns you off . i ca n t really think of a situation when one would particularly enjoy it .,aroma,0.7,1
batch very dark pour with a huge brown head that quickly settled to a thick cap . not much for lacing with this one . wonderful aroma of coffee milk and bitter chocolate and a touch of smoke . the flavor does not equal the aroma however . smoke upfront with chocolate and coffee flavors coming in the finish . slightly sour as well . the body is not as big and chewy as i would like but has a nice soft carbonation that lends a good texture . some good things going on here but i was let down a little by the smoke and sour in the flavor and the lighter body .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours black with a finger coffee colored head . s not much here . coffee with a little milk chocolate but this beer is not aroma driven . t first thing that hits me is the noticeable lack of bitterness . the chocolate comes through on the back end and is really the dominating character . some sour notes left on the tongue . m light mouth feel . on mouthfeel alone this could be a lager . super smooth . d easy sessionable stout . oz . of this is way to easy to drink . this is a beer that is definitely better than the sum of its parts . despite the lack of aroma i will definitely be looking out for this again . if it is a night were bcbs or kbs is going to be too intense this might be the beer .,aroma,0.6,1
serving type bottle into pint glass appearance motor oil . think and jetblack . smell coffee roasted malt and a bit of alchohol whif at the end . taste it has the imperial taste down that s for sure muted by the oat s but the alch comes through from the start . i d say this is worth a few more trys probably one of the first beers of the night unlike what i ve done tonight to get the full flavor but a good beer none the less . oatmeal stouts are one of my fav s and an imperial is a great twist but one of the things i like about them is that they are so drinkable while giving a great stout taste . this seems more like an imperial stout with a little oat backing .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle into a duvel tulip . i picked this up on clearance and although there s no date notched in the label the only years that could have been notched are and unless they just kept using old labels this one s kinda ancient . a black body with clear brown highlights one inch head of frothy tan foam mediocre retention and lacing . ok. s very roasty with dark chocolate char and just nasty burnt grass . i am not a fan at all . t much less bad here with plenty of chocolate some coffee and moderate bitterness . simple roasty and pleasant . m fairly light body high carbonation . ok. o i did n t get any notes of oxidation or obvious age so i think this is just a mediocre porter . too bad i remember loving this when i first tried it in college but that was before i was exposed to the best that craft has to offer . i ll have to try a fresh bottle the next time i get up to acadia . cheers .,aroma,0.4,0
pours cloudy pale orange with about an inch and a half of thick bone white head . i see a few bubbles sitting on the bottom of the glass that drift up occasionally . a decent amount of lacing appears as you drink . it smells a tiny bit floral but mostly musty and kinda soapy and not much else . not a very pleasant nose at all . thankfully it tastes better than it smells . starts off lightly caramelly and floral a bit of citrus and an ever so slight glimpse of candied pineapple in the middle . well balanced but pretty bland . it tastes alright but not too strong while it s in your mouth at least . definitely not what i would call bitter . i m kind of confused by this beer because i ve enjoyed it in the past i m trying to figure out the source of the discrepancy between my past experiences and my present one . maybe my palate has changed . or maybe i just was n t scrutinizing it this closely before . the mouthfeel is on the light side with moderate carbonation . i kind of wanted to give redhook the benefit of the doubt and believe that this was just an off bottle but now that i look at the other reviews i see my judgment is in pretty closely line with quite a few others . i probably wo n t be getting this again any time soon but it s not completely undrinkable . i ve had worse .,aroma,0.3,0
a a golden carbonated beer with a nice cm worth of head that leaves very quickly . s malty smell but not much really . t a bit fruity with very small hints of fruits . the shitty lager flavour does n t come out much . there is a lot of malts but not any hops i can taste . m the light watery mouth feel . d very drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into a pint glass . pours a very dark reddish brown with only a hint of head and no lacing . smell is sweet with cherries and a little smoke maybe some maple . taste is too sweet some citrus in addition to the cherry . very little bitterness to balance out the sweetness although there is some sour . mouthfeel is flat and filmy . drinkability is n t terrible .,aroma,0.8,1
green ml bottle poured into a czech pilsener glass . this beer is an eastern european lager from slovenia . it s not a bad beer to have as a random pick . i dislike green bottles because they are the reason chemical changes can occur in the packaging process and even within the bottle when exposed to light as are clear bottles . this in turn screws up the taste and renders the nose skunky no matter what quality of beer is truly inside . i d enjoy this lager more if it was packaged in a brown bottle pretty much guaranteed . the head is average inch and quickly dissipating the smell is skunky but round the appearance is straw yellow the mouthfeel is fine not offensive but not great the drinkability is probably of these max . for me for the night . the taste becomes repetitive and you can probably find all the flavors present in this one in probably only one bottle . recommended . yes but only one bottle at a time to see if you like it .,aroma,0.4,0
pours with tan head hazy brownish liquid . the nose is deep bready malt goodness with a hint of brown sugar . very nice . the taste however falls short of the wonderful nose a crisp light weak malt with thinnish mouthfeel semi sweet with low key hops behind it . finishes malty with with a very light tanginess following . looks and smells better than it tasted .,aroma,0.9,1
the search for oregon summer beers i acquired this in a bottle from the bier stein eugene or . pours out with a thin long lasting white frothy head and lots of lacing . the color is deep reddish goldon and it s very effervescent . it smells sweet and floral but not too strong . the taste was a bit of a disappointment and was a bit weak and watered down compared to the smell . it had a slight hops taste on the front and almost no aftertaste not too much of the complexity came through .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a big bad stout can just barely pass light through it . smell is almost nothing . very disappointing i expected a lot more . i smell more but nothing is there . big smoky charcoal taste . and that is about it . mouthfeel ok. drinkability . too one dimensional .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a syrupy murky orange color with minimal head . smells of pine oak citrus caramel very sweet smelling . tons of things going on . taste follows extremely sweet . not bitter at all just very very very sweet . its definitely a sipper . i drank half and had to mix the other half with other beers in a span of hours or so .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance good foam but this has a thin coffee coke reddish brown . no carbonation either . smell just some weak metallic malts here . taste mouthfeel taste is pretty good . sweet like soda and bitter like coffee or even a rum and coke so you can definitely taste the alcohol in this . mouthfeel is very thin and would be ok but it does n t stand up to the taste . drinkability pretty tame to drink . nothing gross . overall definitely average .,aroma,0.4,0
reviewed on . this brew poured a deep brown chestnut like color with mahogony and ruby hues . a dense offwhite head forms showing off a nice carbonation which laces the glass majestically . aromas are a bit faint in this brew. though i ve never tried it fresh its truly hard to pick up much of a bouquet in this one . of what s left of the aromas i found there to be bits of carob and cocoa a hint of spice maybe coriander and an almost nutty character to it . other than that my nose could not pick up much else . for flavor this beer packs a much bigger punch than its aromatic qualities . initial flavors are of carob and an almost slight smoky characteristic . these flavors are quickly masked by a scotch like raisiny flavor some brown sugar sweetness a bit of spice and a bit of a phenolic flavor from the yeasties . the final tones of this brew show off an almost cherry like flavor which is only slightly subdued a warm alcohol and a nice dry finish . the carbonation to this brew is quite crisp for being nearly a year old while the mouthfeel is just a bit on the thin side . overall this brew has amazing flavors though its aromatic qualities have not kept up as well imho but for anyone who is aging these bad boys i would only give them another months. i do n t see how this one would hold up the last years of the vertical epic series .,aroma,0.6,1
had this beer on tap in the european union area of brussels . the beer looks like a typical pilsner with a nice white head . the smell is nothing special . had this one after the jupiler and this beer is so much better for the style . this is not sweet in the after taste what a relief . also this pilsner is a good beer for a hot summer day . but from in belgium one should basically only buy drink the special treats not the lager beers . .,aroma,0.4,0
had on tap poured into a pint glass a translucent pink rosy color small fizy head with little retention s mild berry slightly grainy t light maltiness little bitterness . slightly citrus and vegti flavor . i also notice some tannin flavor which i often detect with mh beers . m d thin mouthfeel decent amount of carbonation . easy to drink but the question is why would you want to . skip .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a golden color with a very large white head fades at a fairly fast rate but leaves a ton of sticky lacing on its way down . the aroma is a bit lighter than i d expect for a dipa picking up a grapefruit hop aroma with a strong sweet malt backing hint of pine . taste is a very well balanced dipa the hop bite is very relaxed and definitely a grapefruit type presence it fades with the help of the sweet malt carbonation is spot on the aftertaste does not overstay its welcome but i would have liked it to hang out longer this is a dangerously easy beer to drink with the strength well hidden i figured this was no stronger than based on taste .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark brown color . poured a finger creamy chocolate head with excellent retention . lots of sticky lacing in wide sheets . s faint toasted grains and earthy heath . t toasted malts much more pronounced that aroma chocolate lightly burnt toffee and bitter coffee . smooth and creamy up to a dry finish . m medium body . low to moderate carbonation . smooth rich and creamy . d very easy to drink . not too heavy yet flavorful . disappointed in the nose but a good stout past that .,aroma,0.6,1
pours hazy red not much carbonation or head . the aroma of this beer is really something it s powerfully strawberry like sticking your nose into a jar of jam . very appealing assuming you re really into the idea of strawberry beer . but i was disappointed with the taste it s less strawberry lambic than just strawberry juice a powerfully sweet syrupy brew with no real malt or hop presence . i can imagine someone who loves sweet strawberry confections being into this but it s not something i d ever pick up again .,aroma,0.9,1
had honey blonde today and not so impressed . poured a yellow gold like a macro taste hops malt and everything under the sun was missing in this beer . pure water . this thing was bad froom the mash or something . the nose was good though but the taste was not . look elsewhere like toward the ipa or blueberry ale .,aroma,0.7,1
hazy amber color with lots of sediments in suspension . shy head . pretty neutral fruity aroma with hints of spices and alcohol . the taste is strong alcohol noticeable . sweet peaches orange honey . malt and yeasts fest . bitterness is first discovered in the short but intense aftertaste .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark orange amber and very murky . head quickly dissipates and medium amounts of lacing . s tropical fruits dominate mango and pineapple mostly . lots of sweet malt characteristics too . t very sweet up front . too much so . and then there is a lingering bitterness . unbalanced . m pretty thick and syrupy . medium carbonation . o smells nice but that s about it . no more for me .,aroma,0.8,1
this is the release . poured into bubble pint glass . poured a thick off white head consisting of big coarse bubbles on the bottom with tight tiny bubbles on top . lacing was less than expected . poured a deep straw light amber color . aroma is weak for an imperial ipa with a tangy earthy aroma not in a good way that is not usually found in this style . that earthy aroma was apparent in the flavor for lack of a better term this aroma flavor is manure . not that this beer tastes like that but anyone who has smelled that rich dusky tang in the air can understand what i m trying to say . the body is typical for an impipa could use a little more balance . nicely drinkable but i probably would n t drink more than one in a row . try it if you see it do n t go out of your way to get it .,aroma,0.4,0
many thanks to augustgarage for the chance to take this wonderful cali ipa . poured into my dfh snifter about fingers of light white frothy head that hangs around forever . almost transparent clean orange color . nice retention a little lacing on the glass . smell huge pine bitter citrus terpentine . love it . big aromas have me very excited about this beer . taste the pine needle flavor instantly greets me along with a nice bittersweet malt finish . there is a lot going on here and i can taste a duality of hops types playing here . love the creativity . mouthfeel this has a creamy silky mouthfeel . drinkability i am instantly depressed that i ca n t drink this anytime i want .,aroma,1.0,1
well here we go what a start pours like used motor oil black as nite yum . just a thin ring of tan lace around the edge of my paper cup . this brew has a viscosity level not normally seen . tons of chocolate malt coffee anise plums raisons a fruit blender of aromas . bold coffee burnt charcoal toast start in the quaff but a bit too sugary sweet in the finish . also pops with an alcohol medicine finish . dry powdery and gritty brew full bodied rich and thick . just too darn syrupy for a real long drinker . it really needed more hops to balance this bad boy out .,aroma,1.0,1
into a pint glass it poured a light amber color with high carbonation yet a small white head that collapsed rather quickly and laced spottily . awesome grapefruit smell with bitter peel and some grassy notes . however this seemed like a head fake because the taste revealed less citrus and more apple maltiness and a very thin abrupt finish that was n t as bitter as the nose suggested either . in fact a very thin bodied beer overall in spite of the decent carbonation . very odd at how much the taste digressed from the nose and furthermore how thin this beer was .,aroma,0.9,1
a great clarity nice short lived head with decent swaths of lace . s wow really fresh pine aroma . pine needles are also big . i m getting so used to the more fruity tropical ohio midwest ipa s anymore that strong pine really jumps out at me . the finish is bitter yet fragrant sap . t strong bitterness the pine is carried over exactly form the aroma . very clean flavor though which is appreciated in the style especially at nearly abv . there s a little bit of orange pith on the finish as well . m o crisp bitter finish dry . a little boozy but nothing distracting . overall this is very well done .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled on bottled on pours cloudy but pleasant yellow color with a thin white head and big clingy lacing . smell is very belgian a little banana and pineapple slightly sour with big sweet fruitiness . very enjoyable . taste is a little harsh the sweetness takes a vegetable turn . the flavors are decent just a little all over the place and way too bitter . the sharp bitterness lingers into the aftertaste . mouthfeel is disappointingly thin really bringing down the flavors and the whole experience . drinkability suffers from taste and mouthfeel . overall a promising start but goes nowhere .,aroma,0.9,1
i live in north carolina and love to get my hands on beer from my area back home . i finally have tried the most poplular one down here the sunset wheat . the appearance of this was nice and cloudy the head was nice and thick at first but disapated after about a minute . the smell is just fairly subtile but hinted of almost friuty . the taste is not too strong i tasted a bit of blueberry in it which would explain the bit of fruit i smelled . the mouthfeel is was nice and smooth not too much for carbination . the drinkability was very good with a bit a sweetness to the aftertaste . overall a very decent beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a alot of carbonation to this very pale brown brew . the bubbley head is white and fades very fast . s it has a firm soap scent but a hint of caramel can be picked up . there are also overtones of long grains . t wow this is nothing like i expected . it has a real white wine taste to it . there are faint sweet spots surrounded by great dry flavor . m the feel is that of champagne . it is dry and fizzy throughout . the end of the sip is felt on the back of my tongue in a very smooth finish . i have to admit this beer is truly unique . i will definitely pick up another four pack . this is a great brew to sip and relax with .,aroma,0.6,1
when i first saw the bottle i assumed it was a stout but i am surprised to find out it is an old ale . hmm . thanks to tyrawlings for the bomber . appearance very stout like in appearance jet black with no light let through . head is small and tan . smell raisin and roasted malt . a slight vinous and woody aspect along with a little alcohol vapor . taste ok but not the beer i was expecting from the smell . the taste is dry and a little thin with roasted malts chocolate making up a lot of the flavor with some raisin flavor . not bad but not with the best of the style . drinkability after fuller s vintage ale set my benchmark of the style this simply ca n t compare . it is an ok beer nothing more .,aroma,0.8,1
a nice deep ruby brown color with a thicker finger head that eventually gives way to little crevices and a thin cap . some lacing is also present . the body is quite clear with only the very slightest bit of sediment showing . s some nice fresh fruit hits the nose immediately in the way of some fresh apple and the caramel moves in next . i also get the slightest of a fresh flour component and also a touch of nuttiness and deeper down some dark chocolate . this one is as complex as you want to make it . i for one could keep picking out things for days . t after being built up by this nose i was somewhat brought bake to reality after the first taste . unfortunately i pick up a slight toasted grains a touch of caramel in the finish and not much else . this beer is a bit thin with the wateriness being the major component . m carbonation is just right being only slightly carbonated but the finish is quite austere . d if the taste was anywhere near the nose this would have been a winter but it was just painfully simple and thin .,aroma,0.9,1
i d like to state right off the bat that the reputation this beer holds owes a substantial amount of its existence to marketing and the rest to hype . poured from a very funny bomber into a pint glass . arrogant bastard pours a murky reddish brown with a substantial . finger head . crazy lacing throughout the whole time all the way to the bottom of the glass obviously a lot of hops . true to the description the aroma is very hoppy going along the usual californian cascadian hop notes . and from that point on the entire reputation dare i say mythology . of this beer comes apart . their website lists the hops used in this beer as classified but if you have ever had a west coast ipa you wo n t find anything mysterious here in the aroma grapefruit and a little pine . the taste is also nothing mysterious nor is it anything to brag about again if you ve had an ipa or imperial ipa from the west coast this should taste pretty familiar . grapefruit touch of pine general coarse bitterness and barely any malt flavor . mouthfeel and drinkability are also on par with ipa s from this region . i guess that is pretty much the best way of describing this beer it is almost totally impossible to distinguish from an ipa and the people who claim to be able to do so are kidding themselves . if it were n t for the name and the fancy label there s no way so many ba s would fall for the marketing tricks . it s actually pretty amusing that the brewery fumes about the expensive ad campaigns of macro beers on the label of a beer despite the fact that the bottle has the label directly stained onto the glass rather than pasted on . this sort of fancy label design is the reason rogue s beers are so expensive yet nobody complains about stone overpricing their beer . obviously other breweries could learn a thing or two about marketing average craft beer as something stellar from stone . this beer is not worthy of its reputation it is not worthy of its name it is not worthy of its price and it is not worthy of me or you for that matter .,aroma,0.4,0
came out a crystal clear light golden beer . no yeast haze at all and almost no carbonation or head . what happened to this beer . smell is what you would expect bannana and clove . taste also fits the style but the mouthfeal is poor due to the lack of carbonation and just overall lifelessness . i would n t have reviewed it but i split a case with some other people and theirs were ok so that makes me think the problems occured at the brewery and not during shipping . also this is the nd that i ve had that is exactly like this . i have more and if my opinion changes i will adjust my scores accordinly but i m very dissapointed in this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
oz poured into a duvel tulip a pitch black in color slight head that disappears pretty quickly . s dark chocolate throughout dark malts and and some toffee at the very end t first taste is chocolate and lots of malty sweetness the tail end for me is where i taste the alcohol but its still perfect . m very smooth and filling slight carbonation this beer is one of the best chocolate stouts i have ever had . d very good beer but i am not sure how many s i would be able to drink in one sitting . great brew . thank you southern tier .,aroma,1.0,1
i had a six pack of this wheat beer . it does have a rather sweet aroma though it smells like cherry candy very artificial . this beer is slightly cloudy much like you would find in average wheat ales . the flavor is a change from the norm and in hot weather can prove to be quite refreshing just be sure to keep you other favorites nearby as this one has a bitter cherry aftertaste like you would find in cough drops . the palate leaves much to be desired just serve this one cold to avoid complications . overall this beer is an ok beer that is best served cold and consumed rather quickly . just remember this is a wheat beer and can be quite filling as well .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a bright golden orange color with a decent white head that dissipated into a white ring around the glass . the smell is quite good belgian yeast funk candi sugar orange peel and coriander . it has more of the belgian yeast aroma than most wit brews . the taste is of orange peel coriander apple juice and light candi sugar . not as heavy on the orange peel and coriander as most wits which i find to be a good thing . the feel is light and way over carbonated . the carbonation takes away much of the flavor . it kind of paralyzes the tongue . not as strong in the witbier taste as others probably due to the carbonation but it is still a good brew .,aroma,0.9,1
corked ml bottle no label . i noticed dry brown bubbles between the opening on the neck of the bottle and the cork . i m afraid before opening that this beer may be oxidized . pours an orange yellow gradient very nice with slight haze lots of angry carbonation rushes to support the big foamy sticky pure white head . a very intriguing nose wow minty citrusy lemon grass soft licorice notes very pleasant even with its slight funk of oxidation . first taste . this beer has been exposed to oxygen . a great beer lays beneath the overlaying funk . very bright carbonation is the first thing i noticed creates an interesting mix with the sour lemon character bready yeast spice warming booze and bright hops . this is actually quite nice even with its funk i could deal with a little less carbonation . i d like to try a fresh good bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance cloudy murkyamber in color . looks like maple syrup i think . smell boy this is a hard one . definitley some dark fruits in here . some grape plums burnt caremel perhaps . some sourness . also some coco . taste not like the smell at all . sour at first . letting it warm up you get more out of it . tart and very dry . a funky yeast taste was the first thing i got . then the dryness . a roasty fruity tart finish . it is a good beer but not what i expected . this beer makes you thirsty . loses it s carbonation quicky and kind of leaves you hangin . drinkability very dry . i now have a cat s tougue . it is sticking to the roof of my mouth . i just ca n t get over how dry this beer is .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle app truly a white beer . small frothy white head that s rather disappointing and brings it down to a . smell cherries wonderful fruity cherries . undertones of malted wheat . taste greeted by a rush of carbonation . next come a moment of fruitiness citrus and maraschino cherry that quickly fades into a crisp bitterness from extremely dry malted wheat and hops . finishes clean but with a lingering bitterness that i find unappealing in wits .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a bottle into a glass . got a brown color like you would find from a newcastle . there was a head that dissapated very quickly to a thin white lace at the top . the smell was a bit fruity with the usual scents from a hefe . the taste had a bit of a bite and a little bit too much carbonation for me . all in all a good brew that should be enjoyed on a hot day . enjoy .,aroma,0.8,1
mmmm blind faith . what a good ipa by magic hat brewery . i find myself craving this beer as the weekend approaches . slight roasted coffee flavor with a strong hop taste and dry finish . gets better as it warms up slightly and other complexities arise .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a pale amber with a crisp airy white head that sticks nicely to the glass and leaves lots of fine lacing . alot of yeast and white bread in the nose slight fruity notes a bit sickish dont like it . taste is pretty much the same as the nose but the sickish taste grows in the mouth and isnt very pleasant at all a zesty fruitiness makes up for it a little though . feels alright and light in the mouth okay carbonation but nothing special .,aroma,0.4,0
a clouded murky brown beer with hints of orange a very small instantly disappearing head . some curtains . smells mainly vinous sauternes with raisins and sherry . smell of raw brown sugar brown spiced bread sherry yeast and coarse cherry seeds . a small carbonation but spritzy small bubbles medium body with an oily feeling some dry finish . a bit uneven and demanding possibly with dark chocolate or strong cheese .,aroma,0.8,1
dear lord . picked up two ouncers down in mount vernon last week . familar with st. ides . stuff here actually makes it taste good . downright wretched water and grain alcohol all the way . ounces is enough for one night beleive me . still would definitely drink this puppy again . xxx,aroma,0.2,0
a hazy orange with an eggshell white head that is fluffy and stands for a good while . s smells like oranges and has a slight malty scent like sweet smelling syrup . the sent is very light though . t it has a very nice taste to it with a lot of spiciness . there s a wheat character but it s not bready . the spice gives it a great character and it has a date like flavor to it . m the mouthfeel is very nice . i feel that for this style of beer it could have been a tad bit heavier . it has a nice coating on the mouth delivering flavor to the entire palate . o overall i would love to drink this beer again . by no means is it perfect but i would definitely buy it and drink it again .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from bottle to pint glass . very blond to light gold in color . heavy small bubbled white cloudy head though the head fades quickly and leaves virtually no lacing . slightly unpleasant vegetal crackery aroma with a hint of coriander . medium medium light body . the taste is very celery like and citrusy initially . the finish is full yet much more watery than expected with an almost spicy backbone . very meh .,aroma,0.4,0
i have no idea where i got this but i have a good idea where it is about to go . pours as a shiny red beer with hints of brown . smells like one of those off brand colas you get from a cent machine . plummy and spicy with notes of nutmeg maple honey and cinnamon but still in a kind of cheap soda way . very tasty though . a veritable fruitcake of flavors . nutmeg is the most pronounced with a lot of ginger as well and cinnamon . .not over the top in flavor though . spices run thick but there s a nice malt backbone in it . medium bodied and well balanced . one of the better spiced beers ive tried .,aroma,0.6,1
this continues to be disappointing . i ve had it on cask at the gbbf and enjoyed it but perhaps times have changed . both the the canned version and recent casks i ve had have fallen far short which is puzzling because this did win champion beer of britain one year . a clear golden pour fills the glass and a small white head kicks up and exhibits decent retention and lace . for the style the appearance is fairly standard lean but unexciting . the aroma provides a lot of promise as its full of grassy hops caramel malts and biscuit . unfortunately the flavour fails to come through and is surprisingly flat and one dimensional following all the promise of the aroma . its little more than water with a modicum of hops and malt . there s definitely a bit of citrus and grassy hops in there but not enough to add character . the malt brings some light biscuit but feels a little to frail to support everything else . the body is passable though not exceptional . it may well be a drinkable beer as there s nothing offensive about it . unfortunately there s nothing interesting about it either and the disappointing lack of hops makes it a bad example for the style and places it more akin to an english pale ale . there s no incentive for me to drink this again . boring .,aroma,0.8,1
okay so i m not doing a normal for me anyways review here b c i did n t take notes on this . .i really just wanted to chill after a long drive and then a long flight so this is from memory . .this was my favorite beer and i ordered more than one so it sticks out for me so i think this abbreviated review is accurate . i believe our waiter said this was sitting around alcohol but i ll tell you it sure did n t taste like it . .that s how smooth it is . also this beer is a double hopped double malted version of the standard pils that they do so we were told . it had a really nice golden hued color with a moderate head that stuck around for not a long period of time . it did n t have much carbonation upon inspection and the lacing was decent . i did n t think it smelled much like a pilsener but then again i did notice the malt used . .the hops were a little muted for the style i thought . with that said though i found this to taste wonderful being smooth malty yet well hopped on the finish providing a crisp but not overdone bitterness . my wife did n t like this one saying it was too strong but i did n t find that at all . drinkability was also excellent as i had a pint after our sampler platter and then again had this upon our second visit to the brewpub later in the evening . if you get a chance to try this one i highly recommend it .,aroma,0.6,1
wow fuller s does it again it cleans up against other strong ales and higher abv brews in both taste and character . seek out ml bottle into my high walled glass appearance a full deep amber brown body with a precious little carbonation and incredible smooth lacing . the head is a slight tan and maybe a half inch atop this creation . smell an initial burst of sweetness aromas of pears melons and a tart apple . it then fades into a nutty cookie scent with a less sweetness . amazing both the most unique and best smell i have in a beer in a good long time . taste a strong and front malt body . it has a nutty beginning and an almost walnut skin husk bitter finish . there is toasted notes and no real sweetness to speak of unlike the nose . mouthfeel a dry feel with a thicker than expected body . the carbonation does make it sparkle but it does thin as it warms . and call me crazy but i can tell there is a hint of alcohol in the mouthfeel for a wee bit . drinkability an amazing brew that lent itself to a bit of a critique and melding over . it is a beer that does evolve and continues to be interesting but a bottle was the perfect amount .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer poured a crystal clear light pale muted golden yellow body with a big frothy white head . nose was very very mellow . very subtle malt and a crispness but beyond that i could n t smell much of anything . taste was light to medium bodied . a nice chewy full grain malt taste . a decent body to this beer actually . sort of like a row malted barely or even natural wheat sort of flavor . just enough hop bitterness to give it a little kick and there are actually some hints of hop flavor mixed in with the malt but overall very mild . as lager s go this is actually a really nice one . not much in the way of hops but again . it s a lager . other than that not your typical lawnmower beer . a huge body as far as lager s go . i like it actually .,aroma,0.4,0
when i open a bottle of beer i like to get a whiff of the first blast that exits . this always sets the stage for me . with this brew the first whiff brought back very strong memories that were just out of reach . i know that i know that smell . ah yes . to put it bluntly pun most definately intended this beer smells like ganja . the hops showcase an odd mixture of fruit and skunk . slight citrus sourness . the taste follows the smell nicely . lots of deep fruity hops . malt is relegated to a supporting role . aftertaste is all puckering hops . as the beer warms the malt becomes more apparent . very well done . as far as aipas go this is for better of worse a highly drinkable brew .,aroma,1.0,1
golden yellow color head quickly disappears leaving a thin film and lacing not too exciting . the aroma that first tickles my olfactory nerve is not entirely pleasant . there is an obvious orange peel smell coupled with spice and something that resembles dirty socks . perhaps even a hint of rotten eggs but it is probably from the combination of malts hops and spices . the body is somewhat thin and dry lacking in richness and the taste is pretty much the same as the smell . orange peel some spice and not much more . it is far from inspiring and i will probably stay away from this one unless i have to or someone hands me a bottle . turning down a beer is always alcohol abuse in my book .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a opaque black no light showing thru this bad boy with a thinner mocha colored head wow the aromas damn where to begin heavy on the dark roast coffee bitter chocolate a hint of almond extract as well just awesome.flavors are heavy in the coffee department for some it maybe to much dark roast coffee and chocolate malt flavors with a malted milk type flavor nice creamy silky mouthfeel glides down pretty easily.if you like strong coffee and bitter chocolate you ll love this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to spycow for the share . if there was one good thing about new year s eve it was allowing us to unload beers from our cellars that we all knew would be pretty bad . served in a sam adams perfect pint glass . a pours with a quick dissolving wisp of white foam that left behind no lace collar cap etc . transparent golden with only a few tiny bubbles providing evidence of carbonation . s overripe strawberries and whisky . not bad to start but gets more smoky and unpleasant as it warms . whatever dipa went in the whisky cask is long gone . t the taste is quite a bit worse . weird mix of booze rotten fruit vomit burnt wood and rubber . burping yields strawberries and whisky . no obvious hops and an unpleasant solvent aftertaste . complex but not in a good way . m hot alcohol strangely bubbly sticky tannic and slimy all at once . d it took a lot of effort to choke down oz of this one . either this has aged incredibly badly or someone was hyping this crap like crazy . i was really surprised to find the ml bottle of this empty at the end of the night .,aroma,0.7,1
i bought a six pack of obsidian stout about a week ago and i ve been slowly working my way through it . i tried i really did to like it . deschutes is generally such a great brewery and i ve been just flat out impressed by their line almost each and every time . almost because this time no matter how hard i tried i could n t fall in love with this stout . it s malty odour is fine but the taste of the hops and the burnt cocoa seem to war with each other . each are too strong . the mouth feel is watery like and is acrid like a cup of coffee you left on the counter for four days . this beer is in dire need of a time out to mellow it down just a bit so drinking it is n t like getting beat in the face with a baseball bat . i m sorry deschutes i really tried . it s me not you .,aroma,0.9,1
pours an orange drank color haha its so true though . very little lacing very little head . to start this off the nose is very sound . the hops are incredibly pronounced on the nose showing tropical fruit canned base and have a hint of showing a bitterness at the first taste . the palate consists of a very simplistic barley wine with malts dominating with hops on the background showing only a slight bitterness . the main flaw that i notice is the sheer alcohol presence which is unbalanced . not a terrible beer but i would n t bring this beer home for a double dip,aroma,0.9,1
this is supposed to be one of the hoppiest beers in belgium and while it smelled quite nice and hoppy the flavor was a bit of a disappointment . appearance was a hazy amber that looked to me like many apas american ipas i ve tried . the exception to this resemblence was the towering puffy cloud head this beer had . aroma was a dry hop smell balanced with sourness and smelled terrific . unfortunately taste and mouthfeel disappoint mouthfeel was watery and taste was very malty with an unpleasant sour aftertaste . if only it tasted like it smelled . not recommended .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . brown bottle . no freshness date . a pours a reddish copper with a half finger of tanish head . no carbanation to be found except in the rapidly decreasing head . no lacing just a ring around the top of the beer . s strong malts light caramel and herbal hops . t m medium bodied and smooth . strong malts bitter with floral hops . overall this brew has a toasted taste to it . d average to good oktoberfest . tastes like fall . a little to malty for me . however it has plenty of other things going on for it . i could drink a six pack of these on a nice fall night . cheers . .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance dark brown to black in color with very thin white lacing that quickly fades away no carbonation to be seen smell all i can say is wow this is literally the most strong smelling beer i may have ever smelt its smells much as advertised being a creme brulee tons of vanilla and caramel dominate this pungent delicous sweet nose literally smells like desert i could smell this one all day taste the taste of the beer is not quite as strong as the nose would believe you to think on the start its gots got some roasted espresso and burnt malts up front and even little touch hops its not til the finish that the vanilla and caramel start poking there nose around again and lingering long on the finish the finish is much more drying and less sweet then i excpected mouthfeel the mouthfeel of this beer is i would say medium bodied its not light but it certainly alot more light still then i might have suspected some alcohol can be noticed on finish drinkability overall this is a very creative beer and one thats unique amongst most other beers i have tried its not as sweet as you would think for sure but the flavors are vanilla are strong really to me the weakest point of this beer is the firm bitterness at the end which i guess is cutting back on some of the sweetness but still not sure its the most desirable taste to me this is probably not something i would seek out again as it seems it has some good points but never reallly comes together to be great rather okay worth a shot as a desert beer,aroma,1.0,1
the beer many people grew up drinking when they shouldnt be . pale in color low in taste high in making you run to the bathroom . i wish i knew how many of these i drank playing beer pong . because of this fun factor i give this a higher rating than most people . i also can still drink it when it gets hot without wanting to vomit . gateway beer of choice for many women .,aroma,0.3,0
poured at degrees into an allagash tall tulip glass . pours a dark yellow color fairly hazy with a bright white soapy looking head about two finger widths tall after a rather vigorous pour . the bottle says it was bottled in july . lacing is good and the beer manages to retain a small ring for quite a while despite the head s soapy nature . i d prefer the head to be a little more foamy creamy . a very pleasant aroma of pears green grapes mellow apple freshly cut grass and barnyard funk . i really like how this smells a lot there s just something fresh and vibrant about it . this may partially be from some of the citrus notes i m getting in the nose too from the hops . even some tropical fruits and apricots here too really complex lots of yeasty qualities to explore . i find no faults at all in the aroma it s exactly what i m looking for . comes off a lot more funky in the flavor profile than in the aroma . there s some banana up front followed by peach and apricot before a big barnyard funk note . not like a light hay field pollen flavor but more like a sweaty horse blanket type taste . gets pretty earthy and then the stone fruits are able to speak again for a bit before finishing with some black pepper and a bit of lemony goodness . it s quite interesting for a saison not a boring one by any means . the mouthfeel is pretty good . it feels a little wet in the mouth and maybe a tad heavier than i d expect for the abv . the finish is dry and the carbonation is on the mellow side . the whole thing could be a bit more fluffy which i think could enhance the flavor profile . overall this is a very well put together saison . i really like the complexity in the aroma and the flavor profile . if there was a bit less horse blanket character it might allow the rest of the flavors to dance around a little more in balance . i think the mouthfeel could be improved a bit too but all in all this is one of my favorites to have around .,aroma,1.0,1
some friends of mine and i went together and bought a bottle of this last summer and saved it for a weekend when we could all get together and enjoy it . we even bought the recommended glassware from sam adams . the pour was a rich dark color with no head and no lacing . when you smell this beer you know this is a big one . lots of power and lots of liquor much like rum with some fruity notes to me . i found it to be a rather hard drink there was so much going on . it felt like port or a fortified wine in my mouth and the taste was rather like a really really nice rum . would i buy another bottle if i had the chance probably not but not because it was n t good . this is such a complex drink that to describe it as beer really does n t do it any justice . i m glad to have tried it and glad to be able to mark it off my bucket list and would encourage anyone who has the chance to do the same .,aroma,1.0,1
so i have been visiting my brother in sammamish wa for a couple of weeks . upon arriving there was a case of session lager in the fridge . now i m an ale lover so to be greeted by a lager was less than exciting . but to my sweet surprise this lil ounce baby bottle was a real treat . it goes down smoothly with a light aftertaste . as one of the previous reviewers stated session is the perfect name for this beer . we have now consumed cases of it since my arrival . i think the local market is stocking extra thinking there is a higher demand . i hope they are n t disappointed when i leave town . it s a delightful treat .,aroma,0.6,1
pure brown in hue carbonated tan head . some light espresso beans and freshly microwaved butter on the nose . creamy and very oily and slick well rounded mouthfeel that shows life of chocolate licorise and dark roasted malts . hints of vanilla and even some raspberry and fresh cracked pepper rich smooth and hows about delicious . this is a well made porter can you say how about year round .,aroma,0.9,1
aged for about two years this will be served in a duvel tulip at between fridge and cellar temperature . appearance fiery caramel red with a quarter inch light beige head . the color here is the eye candy a burnished sunset copper red . it pours like a big english old ale . smell fat and sweet it s a beautiful display of wood and chocolate covered cherries . but more like the liquid that surrounds the cherries . notes of old leatherbound library books and rum soaked dark fruits abound . taste not as sweet as the nose would suggest flavors of smoked bacon descend upon the palate . a big suitcase o malts the finish is drying and pleasant . there s a mild alcohol sting that wraps things up . mouthfeel drinkability on the thin side the carbonation lays low due in part to the high abv but allows the flavors to unravel . a real treat especialy for when the weather gets chilly . thanks to epseja for sharing this with me .,aroma,1.0,1
on cask at the real ale festival at pp carlsbad appearance is cloudy and murky dirty yellow hue thing white bubbles ring the outskirts minimal lacing smell is a delicious aroma of pine needle and citrus hops tea leaves bread malts lemon zest light booze taste is initially lemon and grassy hops pine resin soon after tea leaves dominate the middle finishes dry and bitter mouthfeel is light medium bodied oily resin texture moderate carbonation drinkability is moderate amazing aroma and hop flavors nicely balanced with the pale malts definitely a solid west coast dipa with low alcohol presence,aroma,1.0,1
yeah . its another rice adjunct lager . its not very good in the smelling department . its not very good in the tasting department . its not very tasty or smelly at al . but its very drinkable . had like in a row . i just had to ignore the smell and the taste . the sushi was delicious though .,aroma,0.4,0
oz . bottle like the label a pours a sparkling clear golden with a soft white head average retention no lace . s mild notes of carbonic acid and husky grain that s about it . t bittersweet grainy malt flavour with a nice little hop balance . solid flavour . m medium bodied for the style . spritzy crisp but light carbonation character . d nice near beer . no real off flavours and it really feels like you re drinking something .,aroma,0.4,0
a oz . bomber bottle that was silk screened with their typical rogue guy but with a pimp style hat and a blue shirt on . but instead of a cane they had a pitcher of beer in his hand . no date on the bottle but still had plenty of info about the beer usual backside of the rogue bottle . it has o plato ibu and aa . appearance black in color not dark brown not a dark ruby color nothing but black . the head of foam was almost in . in height and was tan colored . the head faded fast but did leave just a little bit of lace around my samuel smith pint glass . very nice . smell not as aromatic as i thought it woud be . all i could smell was just a little bit of dark chocolate mixed in with some coffee beans in the background . the only thing that was ok with the beer . taste this is where it made up for the smell . it was rich in dark chocolate dark roasted malt roasted coffee beans and some bitter hops at the end . once this beer warms up the dark roasted flavors will enhance . oh man was this good . mouthfeel dry . it felt like the salt flats were in my mouth . but unlike the salt flats it was also bitter at the same time . those hops sure did linger on for a while after i drank this beer . make sure you have a glass of water by your side when drinking this beer . drinkability they were n t lying when they put on the back of the bottle another world class ale from rogue . i m sure as hell would n t mind having another bottle of this beer . excellent brew .,aroma,0.7,1
drinking on a saturday night with the wife got a pumpkin beer brewing on the stove smell of fall in the air . life is good . oz bottle poured evenly into new belgium tulip glasses . a murky light yellow orange with a nice tan yellow head that bubbles up after a vigorous pour and slowly fades away into small patches on the surface of the beer the way sparse clouds fill a summer sky . lots of floaties in there . note just read on the bottle that this beer was bottle conditioned . explains alot of the floaters . s an interesting mix of hoppy malty goodness . very crisp and clean smelling almost like soap . oranges lemon peels candy grapefruit lots going on here but i would n t exactly say it smells like green tea . t relatively simple tasting the nose is far more complex in my opinion on the front is sweet malts very closely followed by hoppy bitterness . mid palate seems a bit flat to me there needs to be something there . hoppy bitterness on the back end for a split second then void . theres nothing back there either . m slick thin mouthfeel average for an ipa . easy drinking . o a good ipa but i dont think i tasted or smelled green tea in this at all . if someone poured this for me and i reviewed it i highly doubt the word green tea would come up at all . dont think that its not a good beer though because it is . just not any green tea anywhere . and holy hell where is that . abv hiding at . thats the real impressive part maybe its hiding behind all these floaties . maybe i didnt get such a fresh bottle or something because i got no green tea in this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
about a year and half ago i had bought two of these . i drank one immediately and did n t think much of it . the other one i cellared until last night . this time around i thought the world of it . a did not look like a typical dark doppelbock . it rather poured a lighter brown almost dark baltic amber . the head was a little disappointing as well . some lacing no retention . s as i opened this bottle i got knocked upside the head by the smell . hints of bread yeast cocoa and some coffee lingering . a nice smell . t malty and roasty . good bready taste as well . got some alcohol bite . m nice flow for a doppelbock . real smooth with good coating . d overall a good doppelbock however i do n t think i will ever find a db i like more than celebrator .,aroma,0.9,1
. oz bottle poured into urthel goblet brickstore decatur a it had the appearance of a belgian and light carbonation . the head was huge and kept half glass with permanent stuck lacing . typical gold color . s citrus hops that had a sourly strong detergent scent that was a slight turnoff at first . considered that it would be lower in hops than advertised and too citrusy . t the taste of this one blew away any concerns from the aroma . the honey and floral accents were there but the hops were more than noticeable . this was one well made and delicious ipa best of the belgian takes on the style . m milder carbonation very good . d very drinkable as are most belgian beers and the abv is barely noticeable . id always like more hops but this is something that can be enjoyed for a few . i have been trying to make my way through the belgian ipas and have always been a bigger fan of the american style lower carbonation . this is a damn good beer and was really impressed by the take on the style . top notch .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage poured into my snifter . this beer pours a cloudy honey gold in color with a one finger spongy white head . the foam just sit atop the brew for a couple minutes without going down at all . the nose is n t prominent at all . all i can pick up is some muted honey cream and some pale malt sweetness with perhaps some clove . the flavor is light and sweet . it tastes of honey clove pale malts with a light trace of alcohol . i m surprised at how subdued the alcohol is for the content . despite the short list of adjectives i used to describe the flavors it s actually very very good for the style . i m pretty impressed by it . it drinks exceptionally smooth being at just over three years old . this is a very good belgian strong pale and worth trying .,aroma,0.6,1
from a oz bottle into a straight pub glass . not aged in the least . great hop bouquet sweet and juicy with citrus highlights laid over a smooth backbone of stonefruit mostly red think cherries plums grapes and a little oak . i really like the aroma this beer puts out . pours with a short finger light cream head which becomes a very thin cap . the body of the beer is a lovely dark amber color that tinges toward straw around the edges of the glass . the head laces the glass a little bit but not much . the mouthfeel is light cream with medium low carbonation . has a caramel cream flavor with a bit of toastedness toward the end and a heavy hop component but not a punch or burst of hoppiness . warm oak and toast throughout but especially on the finish . some slight alcohol burn . not distracting and very well drinkable for an iipa . maybe a bit too sweet overall .,aroma,1.0,1
the beer pours a deep dark black color with a thick frothy brown head that slowly fades to lacing . the aroma is average . it has a weird black malt scent that is a bit tart smelling . there may be some chocolate malts in here as well . the taste is good . it has a tangy crystal and black malt flavor that is sweet with lactose creamy on the finish . the mouthfeel is good . it is a full bodied beer with adequate carbonation . this was an interesting take on a sweet stout . i liked the taste although it was a bit tangy instead of retaining a true stout like flavor .,aroma,0.6,1
glass generic goblet appearance light copper color thin head smell sweet fruity strong sour grape notes of cinnamon taste light dry light malt profile . i can not pick up a specific overwhealming flavor but tastes like a dry champagne with an alcohol warmth on the finish . notes of licorice . mouthfeel thin crisp almost burning from the carbonation drinkability at i am note drinking too many . although its light enough that you could have a few after a big meal . overall the taste didnt quite hold up to the huge bouquet . i feel like there should have been so much more . i didnt hate it but i probably wouldnt buy another .,aroma,0.9,1
great choice great looking classy dark bottle best bottle around actually . matching neck ring really sets it off beyond its unique shape . a fine looking beer . not a large head but it was consistently a th of an inch all the way to the bottom of the glass after the initial inch pour head . good color darker than i might have expected s a little sweet . i dont find this beer to have a pronounced smell of any kind . t overall i didnt think the beer was terrible bitter . if i can use my first beer jargon word very balanced. i would have thought the beer would finish a bit more crisp as an esb but it didnt . no disappointment though . killer taste . i guess malty as well and malty is not really what im after too often . . . not too bad . a fair amount of booze taste when it warmed up more that i would expect for its alc content m the two fullers i just drank for this review both were oddly highly carbonated to the look . on the taste however it felt like an english ale more flat actually . i would put this in medium body category d i really enjoyed the beer however im not sure how many i could drink in the long run . it has a lingering taste after the swallow which i again would assume is the malt hanging around . lets try another esb sometime good idea jumping into the esb category,aroma,0.6,1
poured out of a oz bottle into a pint glass . a deep amberish brown . some lacing from the bottom . small one finger head that dissipates in a minute or so . s a lot going on but still well balanced . smells of citrus maybe orange and pine along with some winter spices . t the sweetest tasting winter seasonal ale i ve tasted but also with the lowest abv of the bunch . starts off somewhat sweet with a citrus taste followed by a malt flavor and finishes with a pine aftertaste which is n t as dry as most winter seasonal ales i ve tried . overall it s a lot of flavor and none of them are overwhelming . m sweet ca n t hardly feel the alcohol and not too carbonated . i d say the level of carbonation is optimal for my taste in an ale . d the somewhat low abv combined with the balanced flavors and the not so dry finish make this something i could have a few of before looking for something else . i wish i would have bought more of this than i did . overall this is the favorite seasonal ale i ve tried for the winter second only to sierra nevada celebration .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a nice reddish amber with a very thik head that lasts quite a while . finally melted to lacing . aroma is on the sweet side malts maybe a little fruit and something unpleasant i ca n t identify . taste again is on the sweet side but nothing unpleasant in the taste . wonderful for an american amber . .could use more hops but very nice . sweet toasted malts a little raisin . mouthfeel is medium . slight citrusy aftertaste grapefuit perhaps . definately a session beer for the summer when you want something a little heavier than pale,aroma,0.4,0
the freshest pours make all the difference . i got this pour at the annam kara publick house in boston ma . the appearance is dark and deep with small pillow of foam on top died off on the way over to my table . the taste begins very sweet a blend of chocolates malts and sweet nuts . the finish is a bit delayed and it arrives with soft notes of bitters and alcohol . the body is thick and smooth low carbonation is the best . i d drink this one again . and again .,aroma,0.6,1
cl bottle defiling my nice tulip glass . for whatever reason being in quotes pours an incredibly generic and flat looking yellow gold . there is a head albeit less than finger and it s gone within seconds even with the nucleated glass . that and it comes in a green bottle . the smell is not good . the word ripe comes to mind and not like a fruit that has reached its full potential . we re talking a slightly skunky smell mixed with an attempt at sour bitter . the taste is n t bad but there s almost no flavor . there is a slight sour flavor which does n t feel like it should be there followed by a slight bitterness which is alright and then a strangely metallic taste . the mouthfeel is again unimpressive but again not as bad as the taste which was n t as bad as the smell . it seems pretty generic but there s almost nothing to it . weak carbonation light bodied . i would not recommend this beer . i did n t buy it myself but it was the only thing my roommate picked up and i felt inclined to try it . as far as pale european lagers go stick with something like grimbergen or pelforth .,aroma,0.2,0
i m way overdue for drinking this one . i m glad the day is finally here for drinking this highly regarded brew . appearance pours into my hennepin chalice a crystal clear pale gold color with a huge loose bubbled white head . the becomes very rocky as it drops leaving tons of lacing down the side of the glass . this looks perfect . smell the smell is predominantly a bready yeastiness but has a slight malty sweetness and vague spiciness accompanying it . one thing that is surprisingly missing is any hop aroma . if it exists it s only there non descriptly in the background . odd . taste ah but they re certainly there in the taste . the hops are n t too intense but balance nicely with the dry beer . the malt features a sweet canvas on which some light fruity esters from the yeast slip through . the hops are a nice mix of noble and american varieties and have a slight resinous aspect to them which lingers long after everything else on the finish . mouthfeel the body is quite light owing to the dryness of the beer . the carbonation is average or maybe a little below but is sparkling nonetheless . drinkability it s very smooth with no harshness from the hops whatsoever . and at it s way to easy to finish . quite nice . overall this is a really solid and flavorful beer but nothing spectacular . it s definitely worth a try but this may be the last bottle i buy for myself .,aroma,0.6,1
batch pours with little head and no lacing atop a brownish red body . when looked at from the right angle you can definately see the rose they were looking for . smells really nice with a flowery and wine like bouquet with a sweet slightly malty aroma . the taste is odd . initially i feel like i am drinking a wine . the lack of substantive carbonation furthers the illusion . no bitterness rather sweet and flowery . not my cup of tea but if you like a sauvingon blanc wirh little oak this would be up your alley . had no clue what this was going to be like expecting a belgian and i can taste little of what i traditionally understand belgians to be no spice or fruit . the hibiscus is overpowering . if i were n t so cheap i may have drainpoured it because it was n t what i was expecting nor looking for .,aroma,0.8,1
i do n t know what happened here . poured with a nice medium sized foamy frothy cream colored head that lasts and some lace . color is a clear red amber . aroma is dirty feet . flavor is malt bitter citrus yeast and something sharp i cant place . body is decent and so is carbonation . finish is like flavor with a little alcohol .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a pale gold color with lots of bubbles rising from the bottom of the glass . thick white fluffy head . the head retention was pretty good to my surprise . some lace on the sides of the glass . weak aroma not much of anything except for a tiny bit of earth and oxidation . plae malt with no depth at all . floral hop flavor with a hint of bitterness . not much in the way of flavors here . pretty close to medium body not very watery and thin . high carbonation . overall not enough malt flavor to make this one worth it .,aroma,0.4,0
ok so after reading reviews and posts about how this was going downhill fast i decided to crack open my last bottle and share it with a couple friends before it went totally south . peeled back the gold wax and slowly cracked open the bottle expecting foam to come gushing out . did n t happen . thought to myself could i have a good bottle . . a pours thick a creamy with a good mocha colored head on it that s about inch thick the body of this beer is dark as night . s very light nose . no sour notes though . coffee chocolate toffee some vanilla and bourbon undertones but overall muted . t much better than the smell here . the flavors are the same as the nose but more pronounced . once again no sour notes here . chocolate toffee caramel coffee vanilla make up the flavor profile of this dark mass . m d moutfeel is thick chewy full bodied . low carbonation contrary to what others have said . drinkability is good . i m a little sad this was my last bottle i d like to enjoy this one again .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz . green wine type bottle a pours a dark brown with a very small head into a chimay chalice though the head it does have leaves nice lacing . s lots of bacterial funk acid and dark fruit very fragrant and pungent . t taste is quite interesting . the bacterial funk and acidity come in a little too heavy when the beer is colder but when it warms up a little bit that cools off and the other flavours can shine . nice dark fruit a hint of cinnamon and evident oak . m acidic tart though a little too thin lacking in carbonation to carry the flavour through . d probably the only jp beer i ve been somewhat dissapointed in after all of the hype good but not great .,aroma,0.9,1
nemesis has a dark brown body that is about the shade of cola . the tan head is small and tightly bubbled it has great retention and leaves rings and sheets of lacing that covers an entire side of my glass . the aroma is excellent . it begins with an aggressive hop aroma comprised of grapefruit and pine but it it also has layers of rich malt . a slight roasted character chocolate molasses caramel and maybe a hint of maple . dark fruits are also in there somewhere . alcohol is apparent in the nose giving a bit of a whiskey type aroma to it . nemesis tastes pretty good but nowhere near as good as it smells . the aggressive hops from the aroma dominate the flavor covering up a lot of the wonderfully nuanced background components that i picked up in the aroma . the hops begin with a ton of bitterness with grapefruit and pine . when the hops finally subside enough to taste anything else i notice some chocolate perhaps a hint of roast and a pretty good dose of dark fruit . the alcohol shows up in the flavor just as assertively as it did in the nose but it once again tastes more like whiskey than a fusel alcohol flavor and it actually adds to the beer instead of making it hot or difficult to drink . the body is a little bit lighter than i would expect for such a big beer but overall the mouthfeel does n t have any problems . this is easy to drink for a abv i do n t think you would even have to sip it really as it goes down so easily . although the flavor left a little bit to be desired nemesis was pretty good and i could see it becoming great with a little bit of age on it .,aroma,0.9,1
a a very beautiful light honey coloured amber s reasonably faint smell not particularly interesting t quite a thin balanced beer but with a full bodied taste d very easy to drink as it is so light . nb . i really dig the cover going in the collection .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a hazy bubbly burnt orange with a finger off white head . a slight head remains throughout moderate lacing . the smell is very strong of nutmeg cinnamon pumpkin . the flavor is cinnamon allspice sweet malts and slightly boozy . the mouthfeel is medium to full bodied crisp and somewhat sticky . this is an excellent pumpkin ale . the scent is so strong you will convince yourself that a pumpkin pie is baking nearby . watch out for the abv it makes this one almost an imperial pumpkin .,aroma,1.0,1
when taking into account the review that i ve given this beer . please remember i m a beginner . this beer was my first taste of alchohol for five years . when reading this review and looking at the numbers . remember again this is coming from a beginner . this is a review from a beginner s view . sam adams pale ale is a decent beer however it s definately not a beginner s beer . this beer is made more for those who enjoy different types of beer are into the old english methods of brewing and enjoy those tastes . appearance wise this beer looked great . the appearance of the bottle and of the actual beer itself was good and i was impressed . that s one reason i got this beer . it looked good i did n t want to try a dark beer at first and it s not a lite beer . the smell was great . from the second i popped the cap the smell came out and made me want to try it that much faster . it smells like a great classic beer and if you want a beer with a great auroma this is a good beer . the taste at first was good but then became a big dissapointment . this beer tastes good however has a horrid aftertaste that takes awhile to get out of your mouth . the beer is sweet to the taste but again that aftertaste is bad and even if you sip on something else it really wo n t go away . the way the beer felt in my mouth was also horrible . it was very fizzy . a lot of carbonation it almost felt as though i was drinking carbonated water with taste . i tried a couple of mouthfuls it did n t work and i could pretty much just handle a few sips at a time . anything more than that and my mouth felt horrible . but just taking a few sips means that it takes forever to finish just ounces . overall i did n t like this beer although given the characteristics i can see why some people do . but if this is your first beer or first american somewhat pale ale . expect it to be difference .,aroma,0.9,1
i am smelling a creme brulee desert right now . i do n t think i could tell the difference from the real thing . exceptional . it pours black like coffee and is virtually opague when held against the light . the head is a dense tan colour and recedes to a thin layer with a little spotty lacing and thick bubbles on the edges of the glass . it s smooth creamy and slightly syrupy . a bit watery and would be better if it was a bit more creamy . there is a touch of courseness in the back of the throat from the abv and bitterness . the start is sweet with . what else creme brulee and transitions to bitter burnt coffee and lots of it . there s also some caramel butterscotch vanilla milk chocolate and alcohol marinated dark fruits . facinating stuff but a little over the top with the bitter burnt coffee for my taste . however the bitterness is clean and not sour or too acidic so it balances the sweetness in the finish . maybe overbalances . this is a great beer for sharing and would go well with desert duh . but i do n t know if i ll finish the ml bottle by myself tonight . i think that any big bitter coffee beers can do a number on my stomach . good thing i re corked it .,aroma,1.0,1
a beautiful deep dark red with a foamy rich head s unbelievably fragrant of cherries t this is a sweet cherry beer . sweet . yummy . you will think you are drinking cherry grape cola and have more and more . m stays bubbly for a long time d see above this is a superb tasting beer mainly because of how sweet it is . for that same reason it is nice only on occasions . plan it for occasions when champagne would be appropriate .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle . pours a hazy glowing copper orange with a big creamy white head that retains well and laces the glass . the aroma is stinky piney resiny hops . it s a bit subdued though . the flavor is some slightly sweet caramel malts followed by a big resiny piney earthy bitterness in the finish . the mouthfeel is medium to full with low smooth carbonation slightly watery . overall a very nice iipa . it s pretty one dimensional in the hops . a nice surprise from widmer .,aroma,0.6,1
i have known bodingtons for over a year but this is the first time i am reviewing it . i love the initial pour of the beer as it settles the color and the sight of the beer setteling is a sight to behold as well as the creamy head it leaves behind . i really enjoy the fact that the head stays throughout the entire beer even at the very end there is still a head in which to enjoy the beer . although the smell is a bit wheaty and i find that there is not too much to the smell . the taste is very good coupled with the incredibly smooth mouthfeel this is pure pleasure to the tastebuds . i do enjoy this beer but i usually like to eat something along with it eg a meal chips or penuts otherwise towards the end of the beer a bad aftertaste develops and needs to be neutralized with a different taste . overall this is a really good beer and i would recommend it to anyone who is looking to try something new .,aroma,0.4,0
unlike other reviews this poured with a thick creamy head with remarkable retention . it has a deep pumpkin pie color and despite my best efforts plenty of yeast came out of the bottle when poured . the aroma reminds me of soy sauce with a high level of sweetness . mouthfeel is thick and smooth but does not make up with the overly sweet taste as though the brewers were a little too happy with their belgium candy sugar . overall having to take extra sips of this beer to review it was unpleasurable the rest i suffered a great tragedy and went down my sink after friends rejected my offer of free beer .,aroma,0.3,0
ok i m confused now . the picture is of the beer i drank . the brewers website says the abv is . not . little stuff i ll grant you . the big problem for me is the label said og . while the website states . my brain hurts . just gon na review as if this is the correct beer and cast all doubts out of my aching little head cuz i do n t want to add another new beer . pours a nice rich amber color with little head to speak of . smell is rich malty oak and caramel . taste is replicated with a kind of medicinal kick late that gets a bit harsh . medium bodied brew that drinks way better than any megabrewer s lager but was n t the best i ve ever had . at least it was n t all hops .,aroma,0.8,1
dark orange appearance almost no head no lacing . aroma is malty with pleasant notes of bananas . taste is similar with nice sweetness and no bitterness maybe a very small hint of it . actually the beer is slightly watery . medium carbonation aftertaste does not last very long and is a bit too dry . average brew i expected something better from aare brewery .,aroma,0.8,1
poured out into a your typical yellowish color topped off with a small head . the smell mildly resembles that of old english but kirin ichiban goes down a lot smoother.it has semi dry feel to it with a slightly bitter after taste but not bad over all .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a nice very creamy one and half finger creamy white head . smells very floral earthy cedar wood . tastes lemony earthy floral lavender earthy . very coating mouthfeel oily medium bodied finishes powdery dry . medium carbonation . i could drink only a few of these in a sitting . the dryness is a bit much for me . . a single at whole foods .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a golden honey amber color . high marks for coloration . finger whispy and fizzy head that receded to nothing . low marks for the head as most belgiums i ve had have had nice sized heads with lots of retention . smells good . biscuits the ginger is noticable in the aroma tea leafs and toffee . the flavor is very doughy the ginger is there but it s not as strong as in the aroma . the alcohol is prevelant from the middle to the finish . mouthfeel is crisp and clean . it s a bit watery though . this is not a bad beer . but for me it was not a very drinkable one . i struggled to finish it and ended up pouring the last quarter of the pint down the drain . overall i m glad i tried this beer but i do n t think i ll seek it out again . thanks to enola for sharing .,aroma,0.9,1
one more go at this one. pours amber with a nice looking frothy cap . aromas of grass and earth and spice some malt sweetness . hint of citrus . all very minimal . hops are subdued in fact the entire aroma is . tastes fine . sweet malt spicy grassy hops . nothing much going on here . i assume they are going for more of a british style of an american imperial ipa . why . i m not sure . perhaps they like the profile their yeast puts on this beer . not me particularly . seems quiet and while bitter lacking in the hop aroma and flavor department . easy to drink at least . recipe does n t seem to have changed much since they first came out . not a good thing . probably my last try with this thing .,aroma,0.4,0
hesitantly put one of these into my mixed last beer run have been hiding from my responsibilities ever since . rounded pint glass . left out to warm some . no bb date . pour is all bubble bath foam . as it settles a dark muddled brown with a spoonful of protein shake . smell is movie theater popcorn maple syrup . back end is licorice pennies stale water booze . taste is n t all that bad . chocolate caramel strong rum raisin toasty brown bread touch of sweetened grassy citrus clocking in at about . ibus . p there s oxidation on the back end though newspaper . feel is near flat oily almost syrupy . getting more more difficult with each sip it starts to turn my stomach give me an ugly headache all at once . ugh . i bet this is tolerable on draft though .,aroma,0.3,0
served on tap at the happy gnome the day after a rogue beer dinner this pours a hazy amber color with a minimal white head that subsides quickly yet leaves fine white lace on the glass . even after warming up the smell is minimal with a hint of hops . the taste is of floral hops with a sweet malty backing . there is a hint of piney hop flavor as well . this beer is very smooth with a nice creamy mouthfeel . this a good session beer and is very drinkable . this is a nice example of a flavorful yet uncomplicated bitter .,aroma,0.6,1
i originally sampled this beer almost years ago and did n t like it . i felt the need to re visit it especially since i have now sampled many more beers including tripels . pours a somewhat cloudy thick blonde color . nice sized head that does fizzle down a bit . strong aroma consisting of citrus bananas cloves vanilla and an overall strong alcohol presence . there s a lot there . the mouthfeel is pretty full although something seems a bit off with a tangy somewhat sour very yeasty citrus oranges and bananas flavor . there is an alcohol rush in there so you know it s . i ve had other tripels recently that are better karmeliet and chimay cinq cents come to mind but this is a better beer than i original though . years ago i had said la fin du monde does mean end of the world which is what s going to have to happen for me to ever try this crap again . haha ok so i lied . just nearly years .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a light straw color with a decent amount of creamy chunky head that seems to stick around for a while and clings to the glass . smells of noble hops and that s really about it pretty much standard for a german lager i guess . tastes more bitter than i expected and a little sweeter than i expected . you can taste the munich lager malt and the noble hops . finishes fairly clean . the mouthfeel is tingly on the front of the tongue and creamy on the back very nice . overall it s a very drinkable beer and a nice lager . i m not really a fan of german lagers but i like this one .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured a slightly hazy orangish color a bit darker than a traditional wit . the head was about . fingers in size and receded at an average pace . there was some slight lacing left on the glass . s a fruity smell predominates some citrus notes but a cherry and raisin aroma is stronger . a mildly piny hop presence is there as well . t a somewhat complex belgian fruitiness is tasted in this beer . the orange and coriander are drowned out by warmer darker fruits such as fig and cherry as well as some spicy peppery notes . there is a lot of bitterness that while somewhat balancing the maltiness of the beer is a bit too much for a wit . m medium bodied sweet with a moderate alcoholic heat . d for a beer it is somewhat drinkable . not nearly as drinkable as a real wit . and not an improvement on the overall style .,aroma,0.8,1
this ipa had a . abv . it had a thick bubbly white head . the color was reddish amber and the smell was fantastic . floral sweet hops strong and complex . the taste is hops up front and hops on the end not as complex as the smell . oh well i d still drink it again .,aroma,1.0,1
i bought this can at a nepali night shop . when poured only a small white head develops . it rapidly vanished . the colour is golden pale . the scent is overall metallic with some hop and malt traces . it tastes metallic as well . the aftertaste gives a slight hint of hop and grains . it s quite foul . mouthfeel is quite thick . i emptied it not because it was good but because you don t waste beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a a nice thick head on a bright straw with a large number of rising carbonation bubbles . s i just could n t pull any smell off of this one . a bit of grain . i guess . t the taste was interesting because it had some sweetness but tried to play a bit of hops in there but it just seemed to lose direction . a strange sweet finish to it . m light body a bit of sweet slickness throughout . d as far as mass produced lagers go this is a decent enough beer . it has a good deal going for it but it just seems to lack a flavor profile direction .,aroma,0.4,0
i do n t buy ice beer . but my neighbor came over with the molson ice so i drank em . to my surprise it was n t half bad . and on a hot day a cold one would do . yellow color with a fair head . peculiar smell . weak hops malt taste but not unpleasant . no headache that s a plus . finishes okay .,aroma,0.3,0
forgive me if i m not accurate with my descriptions my first official beer review . a . pours pale straw yellow with a inch head that retains . s. herby marijuana skunk essence on the nose . not much else . t. sweet malty biscuit flavor . faint aftertaste of lime . m. lively carbonation with a smooth finish . overall a very pleasant session beer . skunkiness from the green bottle perhaps . or maybe from the hops . is not overwhelming almost pleasant when you associate it with the hops . light and clean but not underwhelmingly so . for one of my first pilsners that i ve tasted instead of just drank it s got a very pleasant character .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours dark amber with a one fingered tan head leaves decent lacing . smell couldnt smell much slight malt smell . taste chocolatey malt sweet and smooth . mouthfeel good mouthfeel not thin . drinkability a good session brew at a.b.v ca n t be beat for the price tasty . best before . . served from glass mug .,aroma,0.4,0
a a really thick and creamy brown head installs itself permanently above a viscous black brew with chestnut highlights . a fair amount of spotty lace sticks around after big sheets of foam slide down into the blackness . s bitter black coffee is spiked with what i swear to god smells like louisiana hot sauce . this oddball combo is n t the best aroma in the world . far from it actually . pepper and salt . t this is honestly pretty foul . that weird louisiana hot sauce note is still there and this tastes like black peppercorns with sea salt crusted on top . m light bodied thin and undercarbonated . this finishes pretty clean and neutral which is a blessing given the horrid flavor . d never again . this is not good beer .,aroma,0.2,0
tonight i m losing my barleywine virginity with this bottle of flying dog horn dog . i m not a huge fan of flying dog in the first place but i m reviewing this with an open mind since this is radically different from all their other brews . appearance deep dark amber brown . smell malty and alcoholic . taste good gravy . this is way too sweet for my taste . it reminds me of raisin flavored ny quil . cloyingly sweet with no bitterness to balance it out . i detect no hops . this brew has a high abv but i certainly ca n t tell from the taste . i absolutely detest the flavor of this but if you love sweet and raisiny then this might be right up your alley . mouthfeel pretty thick drinkability hell to the no . mainly because of the taste partially because of the alcohol level .,aroma,0.6,1
this was the first st bernardus beer that i have tried . it was served in a standard beer mug . at first the head was about thick that disappeared pretty fast however the lacing was good and lasted the whole way down . the color was a cloudy reddish brown . it smelled sweet with a hint of caramel . the taste did not really reflect the smell . it was much more bitter but in a good way . i did enjoy this beer and will be trying more of st bernardus soon .,aroma,1.0,1
while i am a huge barleywine fan i just do not like this beer at all . it is sickening sweet . color is a nice amber with a small foam white head . smell is that of apricot an fruit . the taste is very fruity some yeast and no hop taste to be found . tastes like something went wrong with this beer . i have tried it twice to make sure i did not get a bad batch and it was the same . would not try again .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . green bottle . abv . pours a clear golden straw color . a few tiny bubbles streaming from the bottom of the glass . white head disappears pretty quickly but does leave some nice patches of lace . skunky and sulphur like aroma . grainy with some corn notes as well . not very good in this department . a good deal of sweetness up front for the style . very pale malt character not much going on here . however not grainy and fairly clean . a bit of earthy and grassy hops at the end with really only a slight amount of bitterness . light body but not overly carbonated . not very impressive but maybe a small step above some of the others .,aroma,0.4,0
another beer i bought simply because i liked the way the bottle looked although i know i should be leery of beer in clear glass . beer poured deep dark brown with very minimal head and the faintest hint of lacing . once again the clear glass has proved to be detrimental to the smell of the beer . beer was slightly skunky enough so that i could detect no other smells . one thing i have learned though . usuallly skunkiness does not affect flavor . big burst of sweet malt right from the beginning . no hops of any substance . mildly fruity mostly cherry . long drawn out finish that lingers just a hair too long . nice clean mouthfeel even after warming up . get it fresh or in a bottle that s never seen sunlight and i think this would be rather good .,aroma,0.4,0
oz capped bottle . my thanks to growler and fitzipatrick for the sample . a pours out a nearly maroon tinted glowing neon brown . head forms and winds itself down into a cool film acorss the top of the brew with a thick and bubbly r.a.t.r . n immediate thick sweet malt evoking visions of glowing embers and log cabins on bitterly cold nights surrounded by whistling winds . touch of graham crackers chocolate bars toffee a bit of candied fruits blueberries and maybe plums . and caramel apples . quite nice . p rather boxy and angular at first with no discerning flavors other than a malty bitterness . secondary tastes reveal some sweet and depth exploring malt flavors tagged with more of that slight bitterness rounded off with some fresh grain . still kind of boxy but still tasty . the malt grain balance is interesting . m firm yet subversive carbonation that meanders off halfway through your taste finishing off softly and semi clean . the lingering flavors are pleasant almost floral . not much of a backbone but in this style that is certainly okay . notes not as exciting as i d hoped this would be yet still better than average . however no scotch ale is ever average so where does that put me . music american music club live at grafitti s and mark eitzel track of shame,aroma,0.9,1
took a trip down to colorado springs last week mainly to visit this brewery . had this one on tap in the tasting room . this one was aged on brandy soaked oak chips . aromas of passion fruit grapefruit and tangerine . medium bodied and not at all bitter with flavors of oak booze and sweet malt .,aroma,1.0,1
served in a sloeber tulip glass . a nice extra catch when i found the bcbcs . it pours a somewhat hazy though mostly clear plae golden straw capped by over a finger of bright white foam . the nose comprises lemon zest a light funk cardamom hay and mandarin oranges . the taste goes somewhat sideways notes of grass hoppy citrus and bitterness greens stinging lemon and lemongrass garlic and a very light butter in the background . something is heavily amiss though . i must just not like the sorachi variety i guess . the body is a very light medium with an active carbonation and a dry strangely dusty feel . overall a pretty large disappointment that i chalk up to a distaste for the sorachi and the weird dusty feel .,aroma,0.8,1
american india imperial pale ale is my favorite style and i picked this very non local beer up from my local butcher shop which always has interesting beer brands of dare i say questionable age . i believe the this bottle had been around for awhile the beer was in an aluminium bottle which was i thought was unusual for a craft beer and one of the reasons i picked up this brand . however between the superior protective qualities of cans and the high hop content of the ipa this old beer seemed ok to me . in contrast to some othe reviewers i thought the appearance of this beer was marginal . it was cloudy with a bit of head and a very dull apearance . the smell was unremarkable as well . but i d call the taste above average in the category . there were some nice citrus notes in the taste and there seemed to be more malty taste than in most other ipas . i liked this beer the more i drank it . the aluminum bottle had graphics on it but it looked like it came from montana on a mule not sure if the package was damaged or was of low quality . the neck had a dent in it and the mouth of the bottle was oblong and non symetrical .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at old chicago westy for the octoberfest mini tour . poured an orange amberish color with aromas of some spices rye bread and some fruitiness . tasted started a bit sweet then turned to disgusting before i could even swallow the sip . i tried another sip then decided i was n t going to be a trooper and finish this one . not quite bud light lime territory but pretty damn close .,aroma,0.6,1
i really like ellicottville beers but this is my least favorite not bad but just not for me . i thought the taste was a little overpowering and that made it hard to drink for me . looked nice and had a nice aroma to it but i just never got into it . alot of my friends love it though so its prolly just me . i still think it is too strong for my liking .,aroma,0.8,1
ml brown bottle pours a clear amber color with a blink and you miss it white head . no lacing barely even a collar . smells like honey and green grape juice . sweet galore . this is not a good sign did i really pay bucks for this . taste is not as bad as the nose indicates but still not exactly a good example of a pilsner . grainy and bready with some blackberry fruitiness . still sweet but not nearly as cloying as it smells thank goodness . some toasted grains come through and is not all light malt . i think of this as a euro amber ale much more than a german pilsner . while it may very well be a lager it has plenty of fruitiness to taste more akin to an ale . not horrible but definitely not worth dollars euros or even lira .,aroma,0.3,0
smells of yeast and believe it or not spam . pours to a cloudy yellow orange with a little fizzy head . taste is very wheaty malty at first followed by spices then a light hop bitterness . carbonation is high too high in my opinion . mouthfeel is thick and syrupy . a unique brew . definitely belgian quite primative . not a flavor i would seek out again however .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy dark amber color with a stingy white head that dissipates quickly to a ring . smells of earthy herbal resinous hops with a twinge of buttery pale malt . judging from the aroma this is n t like an esb i ve had before . taste is malty up front for a couple of milliseconds before the hops assault my palette with all they ve got . bitter herbal resinous citrus hop bite infused with pale and maybe a hint of toffee . bitter dry finish . medium body bitter resinous mouthfeel medium level of carbonation . pretty good ipa but it could probably use a bit more malt backbone . i m not sure i would ever attach a british style designation to a clearly american take on a beer . i enjoyed it .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle from december thanks to either faro or eyncognito i ca n t quite remember . a in my unibroue tulip this beer sits a gorgeous deep amber mildly hazy with a large off white head with excellent retention . a little lacework is left as the head recedes . s rich malty bready with caramel honey toffee and a little cream . pretty awesome really t opens surprisingly bitter with a husky grainy astringency before a moderate sweetness kicks in . nowhere close to as balanced or complex as the nose this is actually a little disappointing . mildly chalky mid palate . finishes dry and astringent m thin watery and overcarbonated . this just might have been aged too long . d i m not really enjoying this very much though i d love to try a fresher bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . a reddish orange sunset body with a small one finger foamy eggshell head that receded to a skim and left decent lacing . this is the most amber russet pumpkin ale i ve tried from an admittedly limited sample size maybe half a dozen . s one of the most standout characteristics of this beer . lots of nutmeg and allspice with hints of clove too much more spice than pumpkin or ale in the nose although the squash makes itself apparent subtly toward the end of the sniff . t copies the nose almost to a t right down to the aftertaste which leave a full roasted pumpkin taste on the tongue . only difference may be that the clove and allspice mostly give way to the nutmeg and a tad of hot spice must be the ginger . very little malt and only a hint of hops right after you swallow not much citrus or floral or pine linger though as the pumpkin really eats this up . bottle says there are pumpkin seeds in the mash i think they could have left them out as they are n t traceable in the flavor . m d too rough too astringent especially with such a dull thud roundness of pumpkin on the palate . let the spice give us a rocky ride not a lack of balance . drinkability is superb though i would say as the alcohol does n t really show up and the abv is pretty much sessionproof . definitely falls into the traditional pumpkin ale category in that it resembles what i imagine the real thing back in colonial days must have tasted like when they really had to substitute squash for grain . for my money though i prefer the updated non scarcity based approach of for instance smuttynose that provides a firm pale ale stage on which the spice and vegetable can perform . still an accomplished beer .,aroma,0.9,1
i was told that people love hate this beer so i wanted to try it out . pours a rusty orange color into the glass with a thin head that disappeared quickly . lots of carbonation noticed on the sides of the glass . the smell was like a freshly peeled banana and gets your attention . the taste was a bit of a let down . it had more of a spiced winter warmer flavor and not much banana . a unique beer to try once but not something i want to have a lot of or have often . i am on the fence with the love hate idea .,aroma,0.8,1
huh i m actually a little surprised to see this beer rated so highly on this site . i thought it to be good but not exceptional . part of that opinion is no doubt due to my flavor prejudices where i value hoppiness sourness and roastiness predilections no doubt shared by many members of this site an opinion backed by the majority of beers in the top . this beer does n t really have those flavors yet here it is . appearance is brown cloudy and a little on the flat side little head . aroma is very malty my schnoz detected caramel spice wine like notes and a certain booziness . there was also a sugary sweetness in the smell . flavor was also caramel y and spicey and boozy but that sugary sweetness in the nose became a butterscotch taste in the mouth . i also got some floral tastes . well i ll give it this it is complex there s a lot in there to enjoy . mouthfeel was n t flat as i remember it . i would recommend this beer . surlysober brought this over to my house for a tasting with flyer . we had beatification allagash black westvleteren and westvleteren before this beer so maybe it was just upstaged and i might have thought it exceptional on any other night .,aroma,0.9,1
this stout is for coffee lovers and if you re not one like me this will leave you a bit disappointed . the beer is about as inky black sludge as you re likely to find . this is just inpenetrable to light . there is n t a huge head on this beer and it pours a little sludge like as well . the nose is deep thick prodigious coffee and some raisiny dark chocolate notes and roasted dark sweet grains . the nose is mostly coffee as is the taste . this beer is creamy and smooth as can be and there are loads of complexity to it but it is the coffee flavors which predominate . this is clearly an oatmeal stout and the consistency mouthfeel and milky underneath are dead ringers for the style . but then we return to that coffee flavor . yes there are some other items in there such as deep dark chocolates some deep raisiny notes maybe a touch of heavy fruits . i just ca n t get beyond the cold coffee taste . if you can you ll love it if not you ll be left wanting a different experience . i m in the latter fold .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear dark brown ale without much of a head . smell is lots of walnuts and figs it actually smells a lot like a spanish sherry . lots of brown sugar and honey scents . not as complex as some but this has a powerful sweet nutty odor like a port or sherry wine . taste is not as good as the scent i am afraid . a little sweet and a little nuts no complexity . mouthfeel is unimpressive . blah drinkability . probably need to find another bottle but at each i wont be giving this one a retry anytime soon .,aroma,0.8,1
presentation oz brown bottle with pry off top . bright orange label w a crazy looking goat . appearance a strong pour produces a beautiful dark amber beer with hints of garnet and a dense cap of dark ivory . there s just the slightest hint of sediment in suspension . smell big rich toffee and toasted malt up front with just a hint of roasted grain in the background and no noticeable hop presence . quite nice overall . taste bit of a letdown here there are mild caramel and nutty flavors but not much depth . there s a bit of biscuit on the finish and it s kind of acidic almost tart actually and some mildly fruity flavor that i ca n t quite place and is mildly annoying . mouthfeel kinda slick medium bodied . drinkability alright conclusion from the appearance and aromas i had quite high hopes for this beer . in the end though it just seems a bit unsorted . all in all it s pretty average .,aroma,0.9,1
a a deep brown color with a one finger head that lingers for about a minute before vanishing . no lacing . s burnt hickory . heavily smoked jerky . caramel malt . a lot of campfire . this actually smells . . . nostalgic . i kind of like the smell but it certainly difficult to rate because it is something so bizarre that whatever opinion i will be wrong on account of there being nothing fundamentally right about the concept of this beer . after a few sips the smell is no longer inviting . the nostalgia is replaced by painful memories . . . memories of the last time i sipped the beer . t burnt hickory . a bit of a caramel malt in the foretaste . mostly campfire in the aftertaste . as in gnawing on blacken logs . there is also some faint hop bitterness . it is strange to say the least . after a few sips it is horrendously univiting . this is n t even an acquired taste drinking this is like eating campfire ash . it just goes against the natural order . m smooth thick somewhat refreshing although the flavor makes me believe otherwise . d not good . it is worth trying especially if you are a masochist . i tried to have this with some food teriyaki pork loin tortillas with black bean and corn salsa and jalapeno foccaccia and nothing worked well the salsa was n t too terrible but it was better without the beer . i imagine that the only successful pairings with this would be meat so heavily smoked that the beer s smokiness is overshadowed but at that point why not just have different beer . i was scared of this one i really wanted to enjoy it but it proved too repulsive . i have to give this to the drain . this is one style that i am glad not to see many breweries imitating in the states . note everything here save the drinkability was reviewed to style . it s taste was not a pleasant smokiness unlike the aroma .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into one of those fancy sam adams glasses . appearance nothing to complain about but nothing special either . i was expecting more for the price i paid but then again this is my first tripel . barely any head but i do n t know if that is normal . it had beautiful lacing while drinking . but that lacing went away as quick as i drank it . smell definite banana smell from the head . the aroma is making me happier . after letting it sit i still really liked the smell . it was subtle but complex . hints of bananas and nuts mostly . everything was so intricate though . judging the smell was hard for me.trail mix would be the best way i could describe it . pleasant but not strong . enjoyable although subtle . very pleasant . taste very nice and good strong wheat on the first small sip . barely any hop taste at all . i m not sure if this is typical of this particular brew but i liked it . banana and citrus sweetness followed by brandy warmth without the burn . very agreeable considering the abv . mouthfeel as far as i know i would call this thin to middle bodied . when i drank it i felt like i could chew on it but only for a second . to me it improved the flavor by being somewhat thick . not enough to be called thick bodied but just enough . the carbonation was great . not too carbonated but just enough to enjoy . the beer sparkled in the glass and on the tongue without being too carbonated . drinkabiliy i would suggest bringing a pack to split amongst friends unless . . . if they do n t like craft beers . this beer is more for the snobs than the budweiser corona miller light crowd . i will surely make light work of this pack but i also like good beer . cheers .,aroma,0.9,1
ounce bottle part of a lancaster brewing barn shaped assortment box served in a sam adams pint glass at refrigerator temperature . a pours a clear golden amber body . tan head fades very slowly to a thick film . quite a few thick strings and dots of lacing are left on the glass . lots of tiny carbonation bubbles rise at a moderate pace from all over the glass . s bready malt is most pronounced with some brown sugar sweetness and spices in the background . t lots of sweet bready malt and sugar followed by a very light citrus hop . the hops could be a lot more pronounced . some light clove spices came out towards the end of the glass . m light bodied with moderate carbonation fizz . not much else to say here . d easy to drink light and smooth kind of boring actually . no hop bite to enjoy . for the style this was a poor example of an american ipa . very little hop loads of malt and sugars . i was quite disappointed . as it warmed to room temperature more and more malt came out as well as spices . totally backwards from all the others of this style that i ve had . as a malt beer it s great . loads of bready malt that is still tolerable when it s warmed up . some spices come into play too making it like a mild winter warmer . i m beginning to suspect that the bottle is mislabeled or the brew inside is wrong .,aroma,0.2,0
this beer pours a clear amber color with a half inch rapidly fading head . no lasting lace . the aroma was very acidic almost stale . the taste was full of sour bitter and acid flavors . very unpleasant . it has a thin mouthfeel . mcneills professor brewheads brown ale is not drinkable and is not recommended .,aroma,0.2,0
this beer pours out of a bomber into a pint with a finger dark brown colored head and a jet black color that light can not pervade . the smell is utterly fantastic easily one of the best smelling beers i ve ever come across . it smells like the best dessert you could imagine dark yet sweet chocolate truffle with a hint of vanilla perfection . the taste nearly lives up to the smell begins with bitter hops that resemble a dark unsweetened chocolate followed by a smooth malty middle and ends with a sweet milk chocolate sweetnesss that rests on the tongue along with a slight hops bitterness . a perfectly put togeather stout one of the best stouts period and easily the best chocolate stout i ve tried . not very drinkable oz is the most i could see drinking at a time and its quite filling . goes well with any type of fine chocolate . excellent stout period .,aroma,1.0,1
growler into a pint a pours a deep golden color . very hazy opaque and thick looking . head formation is initially very strong but breaks down to a film quickly . s a very light nose almost imperceptible . some light malt perhaps some grainy pilsner . the yeast spice does start to come through . some alcohol warmth . t starts very smooth grainy and sweet seems like loads of pilsner malts are present . gets more spicy mid stream yeasty notes come through strong . alcohol warmth comes through very strong . finishes with some estery notes fruity and sweet . m strong carbonation bite on the tongue . alcohol warmth again is very strong . beer body is strong but finishes clean . d very deceptive drinkability . abv is well hidden . a bit filling as it sits on the palette . flavors are well integrated . i m guessing there wo n t be many reviews of this one as the brewery indicated this may be the last growler fill a shame since it is a very worthy beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from cl bottle . appearance mahogany colored with half inch lace . smell earthy very complex with hints of banana nuts and pepermint . taste nutty front kicks in with hops and alcohol in middle and back . coco aftertaste . warms the insides . mouthfeel creamy thick mouthfeel . drinkability too strong to have several at a time .,aroma,1.0,1
ok spied this in a local grocery store.had to have it cheapest beer in sight cents a oz can . poured into a pint mug.it really doesnt look that bad.average for sure but a heck of a lot better than busch etc . golden beer with small but persistent white head . the smell is foul though.chemical soup.disturbing.old leather jacket . yikes the taste while marginally better than the aroma.is very very sweet.this is like a flat sprite.yukky sick taste on back of tongue . horribly cloying on the tongue . not drinkable this is a drain pour .,aroma,0.2,0
this is my third time having this beer . a pours a nicely hazy almost opaque pale hay color . the pour produces a finger head that fizzles down to a one finger head by the time you finish the beer . the head is extremely rich and creamy . this is the best looking beer of the style that i have had and may be one of the best looking beers i ve ever seen . there is some lacing but not too much i feel this does not distract from the fact this has a virtually perfect appearance for the style . s clove is dominate but the other complexities of the smell are completely lost due to the lack of aroma in this beer . t the flavors seem unusually muted compared to the on tap version of this beer . clove is very noticeable with banana lingering on the after taste malt is the dominating character in the flavor of this beer . there is a nice muted tart sensation and the slightest tingle of crisp dryness on the finish . hops are muted but thankfully not missing . the yeasty characters of this beer are muted compared to other examples of this style . i feel this beer also lacks the heartiness of other examples of this style . complexities are missing . m starchy and rather thick for the style on par with weihenstephan yet the creamy head gives this beer a mouthfeel advantage over others . d extremely high extremely refreshing . i could put away a big gulp of this . o a relatively available weisse that wo n t blow you away but it does n t quite come up short . this beer could be a great gateway hefeweizen to entice your palate to try more flavorful yet usually more expensive beers of the style . expect better things to come out of the tap than in the bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
because this is a rotating offering it is important to note that it was a milk stout when i had it in november . the name alone drew me to this one . skcm sw aw dan hoos warner this review is in your honor . it arrived with a thick deep tan light brown head and the beer itself was an astoundingly dense dark black with garnet undertones . the nose was of cocoa powder and if you ever took a whiff of quik or hershey s cocoa powder as a kid you ll know what i mean . the mouthfeel was thick and there was a lot of chocolate flavor on the tongue . the finish was perfect chocolate underlain with just enough charcoal roastiness to make it pleasant without being overwhelming . a fellow patron asked me if this was like a guinness and my initial answer was same style different brewer but i had to amend my answer after the first sip . this is definitely a sweet stout where g. is dry . live learn and educate .,aroma,1.0,1
poured finger head that dissipated rather quickly and left little lacing . the beer was golden in color . wow the smell is the absolute best part of this brew strong on the citrus . when first tasting dreadnaught i picked up more piney hop taste than the smell indicates . the more i drank however the citrus hop flavor came through . the mouthfeel was spot on for my tastes medium bodied and well carbonated . drinkability is high on this beer . sure the alcohol level is elevated on this beer but it fits the category and the beer is easy to drink . i paid . for this bomber and it was worth it although pricey for an everyday beer .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a small bottle into a duvel tulip it gives a short head that fades too quickly . it s difficult to decant since the bottle itself is opaque so i ended up with a few too many yeast floaters as well . the color is very pale yellow . the aroma is sensational . sweet fruity yeasty . everything i could hope for in a belgian ale . the flavor mirrors the nose but with some additional bitterness and without as much sweetness as the aroma hinted at . lots of yeast and lemony fruitiness . mouthfeel is fine but downmarked a little for overactive carbonation . it feels more like a up than beer . it s easy enough to drink but the difficulties with getting a clean pour from the opaque bottle mean that i m less likely to pick this up again versus some of the other examples of a belgian strong pale ale .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance red orange hue clear . little head quickly disappears to nothing . smell thick sweet treacly appetizing taste smooth bitter slightly sweet . not as sweet and deep as the smell hinted at . mouthfeel restrained carbonation typical of a bitter . bitter aftertaste on pallete roof sweetness on tounge . drinkability enough interest to keep sipping not enough to seek it out again .,aroma,0.9,1
this year s selection for thanksgiving beer delirium tremens . i ve seen the little pink elephants before but never bothered to pick up a bottle until a few days ago . wow . the beer was more of a golden color than i expected . it smelled like pretty much any true belgian ale . i know there are subtle differences but come on you know what i mean . a fairly thick head but not of the pour two drops of beer and get inches of foam variety and man did it stay . i poured the first glass before carving the turkey and the head was still present as we were cleaning the table . and that s perhaps the most amazing thing about this beer . one wine glass full lasted my entire thanksgiving dinner . sometimes i slow drink beers that i do n t particularly care for but then every so often i find a beer that is so yummy and delicious that i end up nursing it for a while just so i can savor every single drop . this was one of those times . spicy . fruity . tart . bitter . all perfectly blended methinks . i really really like this beer . buy two .,aroma,0.7,1
not much happening here . clean and dry but not particularly flavoursome . faint traces of lemon both in aroma and palate and some bitterness aniseed in the latter . but ultimately just doesnt offer much at all like most local examples of the genre .,aroma,0.4,0
the northern lights lager had a bit of a bite to it . the beer pours a clear golden yellow with thin white head that dissipates quickly and did not lace . the scent included hop and subtle sweet malt . the taste i thought carried a bit to it . there was some sweetness . but not for very long the hop really took over and left a sligth aftertaste . i thought the mouthfeel was light body failry easy to drink . i preferred there ipa for a session to this however .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance clear yellow orange body thick foamy white head . slight effervescence . smell very very sweet citrusy . very cloying syrupy . has that kind of soapy aroma that some pale ales seem to have . taste strong glavors of oranges slightly acidic . malty and yet very dry on the finish . slightly yeasty . it s sweet and refreshing like orange juice but does n t have a lot of complexity . mouthfeel on a scale of one to ten this is a six for thickness . low carbonation . drinkability i can drink this but it certainly is n t a good beer by any reasonable standard . there are much better pale ales out there although people looking for a very citrusy beer might enjoy this .,aroma,0.4,0
i am not going to the traditional astmd for this . i did n t know what to expect when i bought this but i thought it would be good to share with my gf since it was fruity . it poured with no head but it fizzed like champagne . the taste is actually like a raspberry champagne . quite tart with a little bit of alcohol warmth . you can not taste the alcohol at all . there is also not a potent scent to this brew it is just a little fruity on the nose . this would make a great dessert beer or in my case an appetizer beer .,aroma,0.7,1
a sleek opaque black . no light gets through . beautiful tan head . heavy lacing . textbook stout . s chocolate . coffee . black cherries . licoroise . raisins . layers or wonderful aromas . t burnt chocolate . artificial sweetener . rye . alcohol and hops on finsih . not overly complex . m oily and carbonated . medium to heavy bodied . d solid offering but average at best imperial stout .,aroma,0.9,1
a reddish copper color with a nice finger head leaving some decent lacing in the glass . there s also some sediment present in this one and it just looks great . s smell of cherry . also some very sweet grapefruit coming through the nose and is quite potent . i have to say that the smell of this is fantastic . t wow the taste is a bit of surprise . i was n t expecting it to be like a citrus jolly rancher from the nose of it but it hits you in the mouth with some serious bitter up front which mellows to some sweet tones along with a peppery taste . a lot more complex than i was expecting m the mouthfeel of this is moderate heavy but it s good . d honestly this is a great double ipa . i think it s a bit underrated in my opinion .,aroma,1.0,1
served in a bottle then poured into a pub glass . bought in a sampler case featuring other beers . beer pours an apple juice like amber with no head . smell is amazing . has a spicy fruity smell . taste is full o hops with some fruity overtones . feels very light in the mouth with very little lacing on the glass . overall my nd favorite beer in the case . a good beer .,aroma,1.0,1
jake melnicks . golden color pours nice and clear . off white head not real big and did n t last long . ok lacing . not much smell what was there was slight maltiness . great kolsch flavor really nice for the style . crisp mouthfeel . light malty a little bit of hops . super drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
grabbed one of these oz cans from my local shop . when i brought it up to the register the owner thought i was joking . i had explain that it is impossible to know what you like until you really discover what you do n t like . he did n t see the need to get philosophical over a . double pint . perhaps he was right . anyway . poured into a pint glass and reviewed from notes . pours a brilliantly yellow fizzy looking beer . finger white head . very little head or retention . smells like nothing . honestly the weakest nose of any of the american macros i ve reviewed . the taste has a little sweetness no bitterness and perhaps the slightest touch of floral hops . very watered down even by macro standards . the body is normal for the style light body with lots of carbonation . not really any problem drinking this but again like so many other beers i d really rather just have a water . if it came down to drinking this or not drinking i would honestly think about it . in a social setting like a bbq i perhaps would drink a few while hanging out but this is certainly not something i would have sitting at my house .,aroma,0.2,0
this was a wonderful helles with the crisp maltiness one would expect from german lager . sparingly hopped but enought to balance well . show this to a lover of the macros and they might convernt yet . i wish however that they were in brown bottles because i got that slight skunkyness from uv reaction . such a terrible mistake for a good beer,aroma,0.6,1
bomber gold cap assume this is the silver of the first two batches . poured into a globe very dark pour no head on the first glass an aggressive second one gives some short lasting brown . minimal lacing . aroma is rich sweet chocolate vanilla with strong whiskey notes . can smell the alcohol flavor is robust the dark grains balance the sweetness . influence from the barrel aging seems to be minimal . some bourbon on the finish and a slight nutty character . carbonation seems too low . not as heavy as expected would not have guessed it had oatmeal . overall a decent beer but somewhat a let down . not much better than regular boris,aroma,0.9,1
a good pour with nice creamy tan head . dark amber in color . smells of toasty oak and vanilla . hints of caramel roasted chocolate malt . much smoother than it s unoaked sibling . cinnamon vanilla toasty oak . very well integrated and somewhat complex . a much higher rs than the unoaked version . still good hop component and big roasty malt flavors . smooth creamy mouthfeel . would love to drink a whole liter .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance deep golden color with a macro white head . smell hops alcohol and chemicals . taste not too bad . a little smoky and the alcohol hits like a hammer toward the end . every bottle in the philippines seems to be a new adventure . big flavor and alcohol content fluctuations . mouthfeel light to medium body . drinkability great philippine party beer . i have heard rumor from the locals that gin is added to give it an extra punch .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer is inspired by the pre prohibition american lagers . the name comes from the swedish colony located on both sides of delaware bay . the colour is pale golden yellow the firm two finger thick is off white and firm . some lacing . the rather insipid smell is mild and sweet with notes of honey sweet loaf and a minimal touch of bitterness . the taste is bitter with low body . the malt got some roasted notes . the aftertaste is strong with lots of malts and bitter hops a sweet meaty salty flavour of gravy and honey . american aroma hops . sure . the carbonation is strong with lots of large bubbles . fine . a much better beer than i expected from three towns . not perfect in any way but at least it got some character .,aroma,0.4,0
well this is n t all that much different from any other macro . the color is the clear pale yellow one would expect . there s a thin film of a head that struggles to leave some very thin lacing in a couple spots . at least it tries . the aroma s very faint and all i can get is some grains perhaps a little corn husk and a musky something . watery of course with most of the flavor being corn husk and grains . malt is there struggling to be tasted and the hops is just barely perceptible way in the back . mouthfeel is n t bad . it s quite crisp with some smoothness . it is though very thin and watery . body is very light .,aroma,0.3,0
lots of people praise this beer and i had to go to a couple of stores to find a bottle . i really wish i had n t been able to find it . the smell is something horrid . like the inside of a warm rubber or something . the taste was like a stale cracker or bread crust . maybe it would go better with some kind of food but by itself it was not refreshing . sat on my stomach like a heavy brick .,aroma,0.2,0
this beer s smell calls immediate attention to itself . it has the aroma of a warm christmas cider . one of the most distinct smelling beers i ve ever had . the strength of the smell is n t quite equaled by the taste which is good but unspectacular . the fruit and spice tastes are too quirky to drink this regularly . i recommend trying it because it s pleasant and unique but try to get a single bottle or pint . i got a six pack and it s going to be slow going because i wo n t be able to have more than one or two at a time . epilogue i wrote the review above after trying the first bottle in six pack . now that i ve finished them all i like this one more . it s more drinkable than i first thought and the taste did n t strike me as overly quirky like it did the first time . i m still not in love with it and i d recommend young s winter warmer over this one but harpoon did come up with something interesting here .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a nearly opaque black with roughly finger of cola coloured foam . foam is medium density but fades quickly with minimal lacing . s minimal nose . faint roasted smells and with a hint of smoke . t sour and bitter dominate and balance nicely with dark roasted malt coffee and a little bit of smoke . a bolt flavour but not terribly complex . aftertaste is a lingering mild bitterness . m thin but smooth . a pleasant tingle of carbonation on the tongue . d the overall simplicity of all aspects of this beer lends to a fair drinkability . o a straightforward stout . it would benefit from a bit more substance in all catagories but it s worth trying .,aroma,0.4,0
live review . poured from a oz . bottle purchased at heinen s in willoughby hills ohio a few weeks ago . no observed best by or freshness date observed by me . poured into my cooperstown beverage trail pint glass . a basic orange yellow translucent body under a typical generous whipped egg white head . all of that is typical of the style . . s as advertised grapefruit hops and a healthy malt background this beer smells very bitter and sweet but not bittersweet . . true to style no surprises . . t bitter hops big malt but a really revolting rubbing alcohol bitterness taste that lingers well into the aftertaste on the back of my tongue . i will wait and sip over time to see what the effect of warming has and get back to this . later note nope no change . the taste of this beer does not impress me . . m well a big beer with the intense bitterness and sweet malt bigness but also unfortunately thanks to the rubbing alcohol bitter aftertaste . . d not good . i finished about ounces of the due to the bitter unwelcome aftertaste . this is nothing that i want to continue to drink . sorry . . notes i had heard good things about this green flash beer prior to buying it which led me to try it . i am not impressed .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance deep extremely clear brown with ruby hues when held to the light . the head is massive foamy light tan colored affair that refuses to die . leaves a fair amount of lace although there is little effervescencing . when it finally subsides a clingy sticky ring and lacing . smell lots of dark fruits off the starting line . prunes raisins figs etc . the dark fruit aroma is huge . followed by a hint of banana esters . very inviting but also oddly fearsome . taste not nearly as complex as aroma let on . the anise comes through with a bit of some kind of candy sugar and cocoa . again lots of complex dark fruits . as it warms it gets better but not that extremely rich complex blend of tastes that a lot of belgian holiday beers have . m medium body . low carbonation which is to style . drinkability good but not great . the taste had e a bizarre cafeteria feel to it .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . a the beer is an orange amber color with a foamy white head that fades quickly and leaves a little bit of lace on the glass . s the strong aroma of hops greets you right away as you inhale and is then followed up by a citrusy malt smell . t strong bitter burst of hops hits you first with a bit of a metallic taste to it . as the hops start to fade you get a taste of citrus malt sweetness . then the hops return and leave you with a bitter after taste . m crisp with a medium body medium to high carbonation . d this one didnt go down quite as easy as other american ipas that ive had but still tasty . i also found it a little bit filling . this is a good beer but within the style there are others that id prefer .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle poured into pint . bottled during the rd week of august . a poured a hazy orange with minimal white head . quite a bit of sediment in the liquid akin to the belhaven twisted thistle ipa s smell is of resinous pine hops . t strong pine hops supported by a solid sweet malt backbone with a hint of grapefruit on the end . it s a really refreshing and balanced ipa . m medium and really smooth actually . definitely very nice . o a very solid ipa .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle conditioned bomber . mentions brasserie rj and i see this beer listed under that brewery too so i am not sure where to review . hazy gold with creamy white foam that lasts and laces well . hello my name is coriander and pepper says the aroma in a pleasing fashion . flavor has nice bite and then a lasting coriander flavor rather simple . a sweet citrus also lingers . what does the buckwheat add i wonder . not much i think . at least nothing that overcomes the strong coriander . medium heavy and slick when chilled it gets fluffier as it sits and warms . a bit heavier and sweeter than i would like hurts its drinkability but the great aroma and pleasant flavor make this a very nice beer .,aroma,0.9,1
ca n t place the off flavor in this imperial stout . it s got strong burnt roasted flavor that bites on the finish . looked forward to it after trying moo hoo and wake n bake . i m no expert on the style but i prefer catherine the great or rogue if i m drink an irs,aroma,0.8,1
was expecting a higher abv brew out of lambics but i guess i had the wrong interpretation of the style . poured a hazy hefe looking color with all cream head and laced the sniffer very nicely but for me it all went downhill after that . the smell was very nice and peach but the taste was tart and hard to drink . i got a sick quesy feeling after finishing off a bomber not a good feeling either . my stomach was churning like hell as was my gag reflex . the mouthfeel is quite heavy however i m assuming because of the fruit additives but because of its tartness and wear on my stomach i do n t think i ll be revisting the fruit lambics for awhile . i considered this more peach champange than beer and i didnt even feel a buzz for what its worth,aroma,0.8,1
this brew pours with the look of a weak iced tea with a modest cream colored head . the head shrinks fastly until it gets to the long lasting layer that provides lacing . the smell consists of floral aromas along with pungent fruit traces of pine essence and a baked biscuit background . i keep backing off so i can re introduce the smell to my brain over and over . very nice . the taste is more pronouced citrus fruit and pine that slowly reveals the malty backbone of fresh baked bread . this is a medium bodied beer that finishes bitter dry . notes while the smell makes my mouth water the citrus piney taste wash it away . a very solid beer but the minute is more for me .,aroma,0.9,1
served out of a growler bought from whole foods into a standard pint glass . a light golden color negligible head not lacing very clear s intense blueberry aroma almost smells sweet t powerful blueberry flavor at first ends up with a sweet aftertaste mf light body moderate carbonation . drinkability for a fruit beer not bad . the blueberry aroma and flavor really stand out . it would be good with a blueberry muffin or pie .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle drank on valentines day a relatively dark red maroon . head stays for a good while s smells identical to apple pie . you can smell the beer ingrediants but i smell mainly cinnamon apple . and tons of sweetness . t clean taste not tons of the smell is in the taste maybe a hint of fruit m i dont want to say light but medium bodied . like the difference of coke to sprite . d more impressive than i had thought,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pint glass . very light in color for a stout mahogany in color and translucent with a thin tan head that leaves a little lacing . looks more like a brown ale . the smell is amazing . coffee dominates and while i m not a coffee drinker i like the smell of it . dark chocolate and toffee as well . again i m not a coffee drinker but i like the taste of coffee in my stouts . given that this one does not disappoint . bitter dark chocolate and cocoa with a nice finish that hold the bitterness perfectly . the mouthfeel is very good smooth somehow despite the pleasant bitterness . moderate carbonation which is just right for this style . not bad on the drinkability level coffee stouts in general are n t typically the most drinkable to me . one per sitting is enough . given how prominent the coffee presence is in this one i put it at average but that by no means it s not delicious it s just meant to be consumed in moderation . great beer overall .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours into a sam adams sensory glass with one finger of slowly receding bubbly white head . leaves a thin amount of white lacing down the glass as it goes . very visibly carbonated but very much transparent . looks more like a pilsner or some other lager than a belgian ale . still looks appetizing and refreshing . s immediate smell of white grapes and bananas . slightly hoppy . mostly a fruity smell . very pleasing . t this beer smelled and looked so promising but the taste fell so short . a lot of flavor even in small sips . very bitter but not in a good hoppy way . taste is rather metallic although this might be a minty flavor . make sure you get the beer all over your tongue to add some sweetness to get the edge off of this one . it still has the belgian style banana yeasty flavor but the hop bitterness of the india pale ale side is n t there . mf a bit on the watery side . keeps this beer refreshing and crisp . good texture for this beer . d overall the strength of this taste really kills this beer . even for it s a bit too strong to be drinkable .,aroma,0.9,1
sampled on pours a super cloudy orange brown with a thin off white head that lasts forever . a few yeasty chunks escaped and made it into the glass . smell is boozy very wine like lots of fermented fruit and little bit of sour malt . never ending and very complex . taste is very yeasty a little old and very thin . a bit of roasty malt at first followed by watery off flavor . mouthfeel is super carbonated fizzes in your mouth . i wonder if this bottle is past its prime . drinkability is no good because the flavors are not good . overall very disappointing . i hope it s better the next time i try it .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at alpine brewpub served in a taster glass . a pitch black with dark brown head . not many brews have a head this color . retention is ok and lacing is moderate . s strong chocolate flavor with some brown sugar and vanilla . really quite nice and the flavors are very detectable . t burnt malt and brown sugar with a huge chocolate and vanilla finish . some alcohol lingers on the finish but only in a warming way . not bad at all with the exception of a little false sweetener taste somewhere in the mid palate . m average for the style . maybe a little more carb and a bit thinner than expected . still smooth and drinkable though . o a good ris but not world class . i may have this again someday .,aroma,0.9,1
poured hazy dirtyblonde from ml bottle . served chilled . medium vigorous tight bubbling serving up a white pillowy head . belgian farmy yeasty aroma with tart apples orange zest flowerypeachy amarillo hops . ah yes the dry hopped amarillo trick it works though . who can deny the pleasure of the delicious scent of amarillo . taste . is . . . . yeasty candied sugar bold and bready thick now come the piney taste of tomahawk hops and the tongue pricking bitter pinches of saaz hops cradled by the fruity floral aroma of amarillo hop . you have big flavor american hops mated with a single noble czeck hop . interesting collision of culture it works but then comes the belgian raw farmy candied sugaryness again and it s just odd . it s like pouring two distinct beers down your throat at the same time an american ipa with czeck tendencies which is tasty and a a belgian tripple minus the aged beglain style hops which feels like something is amiss . together i do n t think the idea really works although it s an intriguing idea . if it were my own beer i would want to refine it more before selling it .,aroma,0.8,1
clear darker amber color the head is reduced to a whitish skim in seconds . a lot of wild honey to the smell a little almond . thin at first some sense of body brought on by a heavy almond flavor . sweet and generates more mouthfeel toward the back of the mouth . no sense of balancing bitterness other than an almond skin sense . if there are decent hops in here they re almost completely masked . this one ai n t for me .,aroma,0.7,1
clear amber color with thin off white head that dissipates quickly . very minimal carbonation . nice lacing . citrus hops dominates the smell . citrus and pine are the taste that stick out . light body that taste a little thin . a good beer but there are so many better ipa s out there . i would say it s worth a try but would n t seek it out .,aroma,0.9,1
i used to drink this a lot in my early beer drinking days but i recently bought some and i think that coors went and changed the flavor a bit . seems less flavorful than it used to be . it has a smell that is quite pleasant and is the most noteworthy aspect of this beer nowadays .,aroma,0.8,1
my wife likes this one . she s a sucker for a sweet fruity beer and i think this was her first experience with one . it pours a yellow pinkish hue with a fluffy bright white head that tries to stick to the side . the smell unfortunately is not very uh beery . i smell sweet raspberry and that s about it . well maybe a tiny bit of malt but certainly no hops . just sweetness . the taste is much the same with heaps of sweetness and just no balance . it s drinkable in a fruit puncy sort of way . a good intro fruit beer but if you ask me it s one of those beers that you buy for your wife . no offense of course .,aroma,0.8,1
a pale amber color . very clear and not cloudy . the head is big but disappears very quick . s lavender . floral notes . that s all you get out of this . t lavender . light bodied and crisp . m the carbonation is appealing and adds to the crispness . o this is my least favorite of the longshot category s . i would n t buy this on it s own nor could i think of anyone to recommend this to . it s drinkable but i could not see myself having more than one of these .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a transparent amber color with the slightest off white frothy head that dissipates moderately leaving little lacing . s like a macro lager . poopy . . t pretty much like a macro lager but has more of a caramel taste . m medium bodied . decent carbonation . d even tho the taste is n t too crazy they go down not to shabby . never will buy again tho . overall i was expecting wayyyy more out of this brew . nothing special at all .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours clear orange with a large fluffy off white beige colored head . good looking beer . s pumpkin pie creme nutmeg and cinnamon orange creamsickle . by far the best smelling pumpkin beer i ve had and one of the best i ve had period in a long time . t not quite as good as the smell but still pretty good . cinnamon nutmeg pumpkin orange creamsickle and alcohol . the alcohol becomes more apparent as it warms . best when chilled . m this is surprisingly a pretty full bodied beer with a creamy mouthfeel that coats the mouth . it may just be the creaminess that makes it feel full bodied . high carbonation . d very tasty pumpkin beer and quite drinkable but pumpkin pie style flavors are not what you want to be drinking all night though . overall i was always hard on pumpkin beers but this one is actually a quality beer . by far the best pumpkin beer i ve had . a great beer for the season . will have again for sure .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle gt tulip glass the first thing you notice is the color of the beer . it s a blend of amber toffee honey shade of oragney brown with direct light on it . about a finger of head had very little retention as i drank more and there was a fair amount of light lacing in the glass . the smell was the least appetizing part of the beer . you can gain some very mild inferences as to the beer s body and flavor but it is by no means aromatic . you smell a faint sweet malty scent beneath the mild hop aromas . it s a pleasant smell but it s faintness did n t get me excited about drinking it . the taste however is very exciting . it s got a good bite from mild hops that still allows the sweet malts come through . it s a good balance of tastes . it was relatively thin and silky and it left a pleasant oily texture in my mouth .,aroma,0.4,0
there is no better beer for a tailgate in milwaukee chicago kansas city or minneapolis . it s inexpensive tastes great and is less filling . ok it s not a great beer but it is george brett s favorite and that s good enough for me . goes great with johnsonville brats on a hot summer s day in the parking lot before heading to the bleachers .,aroma,0.4,0
from the extensive brews sold at central market in san antonio texas . sold as a oz single and refrigerated as there are no preservatives in this authentic german style bock celebrating the coming of spring aged to create a smooth malty taste with a hint of sweetness . a light addition of german hops bitterness ibu balances the malt flavor . released february this is a seasonal made of five different types of malt to create a rich sweet complex malt flavor . using only malted barley no other grains or cereals such as corn or rice . the row pale malt comes from the north plains minnesota wisconsin . specialty malts were from belgium and hops used were two central european noble hop varieties czech saaz and tettnanger . original gravity . . plato alcohol by weight . by volume . poured clear copper with weak head and low co effects . i watched the last rays of a texas sunset leave the flat wilson co. horizon from the porch of my uncle kenneth s ranch near lavernia . aroma of unexplainable vinous along with the expected alcoholic and sweet malts . i loved this characteristic but moving on to taste was disapointed in taste . i tried pawning off as much as possible to my cousin rick who is never far from a pack of bush tallboys . raised in south texas he works hard and plays hard . he wanted little of this bock . at least its better than shiner bock .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a dull copper with little head . not much in the way of lacing . it was kind of skunky but i tried it anyway . good bitterness to this one but it seems to mask whatever flavours are there . kind of a thin feel . i think i am having an off night . i am not a fan .,aroma,0.4,0
this is my first time reviewing a beer . i have read the reviews from other beer advocates and maybe i m missing something . this one rates an a average . from the moment the cap was removed all i could smell was smoked ham and beef jerky . not appealing to me when i am thinking of a beer . the color was very appealing but that was all . when i gathered the nerve to take a drink and really sink my teeth into this beer it felt like i was drinking a beef jerky smoothie . it literally made my stomach crawl . i actually poured this one down the drain and grabbed a reliable arrogant bastard ale to bring my taste buds and sense of smell back to normal . i do not recommend this beer . sorry germany . it s a no for this beer fan .,aroma,0.2,0
very good desert beer and overall a good brew chocolaty and malty taste and smell that accents the chocolate but then leaves a bitter aftertaste . a lot of sediment in the beer adds complex flavors and pours an impressive head but the malty ending takes away from the chocolate that starts the beer off so well .,aroma,1.0,1
from a ml bottle and poured into a chimay glass . this beer pours a reddish amber with a nice solid half inch of tan head . a yeasty opaque mahogany against the light . nice retention quite an elegant brew . moderate yeasts and slightly sweet on the nose with a mix of fresh and dried fruit . rather light for the style yet obviously restrained by a copious surface cap holding the volatile smells at bay . this beer looks better than it smells . all is good again in the flavor of this beer . nice complex malt presence with little apparent sweetness save a rather viscous feel . notes of fig and crystalline brown sugar some muddled dried dark cherry . a bit thick on the tongue in the finish however . firm carbonation yields a nice creamy feel throughout the glass . yet i think that this beer is excessively carbonated as the taste and smell suffer somewhat by the confusion brought on by said carbonation . note i barely contained the cork when opening the bottle do n t know if this is atypical . drinkability is decent but certainly not exceptional and not nearly as crisp as i would prefer in a strong ale . in the end it tastes a bit like a cherry cream soda some imagination required . . skip the chimay chalice and pour this into a large wine glass to allow for better agitation and outgassing of bottle conditioned carbonation unless all you want to do is look at the beer .,aroma,0.6,1
review of a ml bottle . flat a flat murky mahogany . does n t look good at all . s molasses cherry strong blue cheese walnut and vinegar . welcoming . t very nice . molasses cranberry cherry fruity overall leather earthiness and not extemely sour but rather with a dry finish . it is almost like fig and cherry pie . m flat thicker . not so good . o if carbonated this would have been very delightful . however in this case it was only ok .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer produced a frothy head that quickly dissipated . it was deep amber in color and smelled . mediciney . the flvor popped at first but it did n t last . i found myself wanting to keep drinking this beer as if it made me thirsty for it . i was happy to try this beer since it is not available in pennsylvania land of crap liquer laws . this beer also has an interesting story behind it . i would definetly recommend it . i think i could live happily in vermont .,aroma,0.6,1
oz in a snifter . on tap at the green dragon in portland . a poured with a half finger of light tan head which retains poorly and winds up collapsing into a thin collar on the brew . as i drink i realize the body is actually a translucent mahogany color with ruby tones against the light . a bit dark but generally ok for a brown ale . s oh dear lord . this is a bourbon bomb with the rubbery ethanol that i typically associate with dogfish head . damn . it is pungent even when cold and gets worse as it warms . t when cold it s bourbon booze and grapes . as it warms the grapes remind me heavily of port or brandy there is an underlying anise flavor along with vanilla nuts caramel and light toffee . but mostly it s a bourbon bomb . kind of a kick in the teeth really . m medium full bodied . pretty flavorful . not at all shy about the abv which is a total deal breaker . d i left some of the glass on the table and i d skip it if i saw it again . a nice attempt at a bourbon brown but they put too much emphasis on the bourbon and forgot the brown . definitely in the worse half of all the brown ales i ve tried and a poor example of barrel aging in particular .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a ml bottle into my koningshoeven goblet the floreffe triple is a clear golden orange with a modest off white head that subsides pretty quickly to a thick skim leaving pretty heavy foam lace . at first the aroma is moderate grainy with spicy yeast phenols and a touch of honey . as it warms it really opens up gaining a soft vanilla sweetness and some really enjoyable hefe like esters . the taste is also a bit subdued and very similar to the nose . mainly phenols and yeast spice with a dry acrid finish that is more boozy then it should be at . . i fiind it notable that the label states they use cane sugar rather then the traditional candi sugar which gains complexity through caramelization and inversion . i think this triple really suffers as a result lacking depth pushing towards cidery and a bit sour . luckily the graininess is sufficient to keep it from lacking any character . overall it comes off a bit harsh and a bit metallic tasting . the mouthfeel is sharp but with a nice level of carbonation . this is not that great of a triple . if i was doing a bland tasting i d guess it was a sub par attempt by a us micro undereducated in the style . i do n t know enough about this brewery but assuming the label blurb referencing the abbey is indicative of their history i ll consider it an early rung on the evolutionary ladder of triples a recipe pre jean de clerck pj . well actually i think it s the sugar more the yeast at fault here but pre pj had a nice ring to it .,aroma,0.8,1
picked up a ml can at my local beer store . very vile aftertaste it goes down somewhat smooth but it makes the beer such a chore to drink . yes its dirt cheap but olde english seems like such a better buy . now we know why billy dee never actually drank the colt he holding in the commercials .,aroma,0.6,1
speedway stout pours great for a three finger dark tan head and a jet black opaque body . fragrance is roasty coffee semisweet chocolate and metallic characteristics . in the taste semisweet chocolate is the dominate trait . the coffee does n t really kick in until the very end . even then the coffee addition is kick ass and goes for a great finish . this feels very creamy and has a mild slickness . alcohol warmness is slightly notable and is kind of masked however this is still a warming beer . what with all the complexity how can this beer be wrong . it s a desert in a bottle .,aroma,0.7,1
this is an ok attempt by bud to get into the craft brew market . i will say it is the only beer i have ever tasted with absolutely no aftertaste . i have no idea how they did it . the color is very nice it looks like an american beer . taste mouthfeel is average at best . nothing special here . prolly half the hops of a real ale .,aroma,0.4,0
it poured golden yellow with a nice three finger head and moderate carbination . the head quickly retreated back to about one finger and held . it had a nice mild balanced scent of malt and hops . it was had a mild malt flavor up front that yielded to an astringent bitter off taste . it then finished with a medium strong bitter hop taste . it had a lite body . it s an easy drink but only a so so marzen .,aroma,0.8,1
big thanks to vasdef for a couple of bottles of this one . liquid possesses a translucent golden color with a creamy white head and pencil thin lacing . carbonation and body are both a tad lifeless almost resembling the filtered look of a light lager . scent is rather bitter focusing on an earthy hop aroma . malt booze caramel and citrus sweetness are in the background but do provide some much needed balance . flavor opens with a hearty warmth and pronounced maltiness . this is all but overwhelmed by a massive grassy hop blast that comes equipped with a mild garlic flavor and staggering booze wallop . despite the best efforts of the warm caramel and buttery malt the dryness profoundly resonates making for a confounding flavor profile . mouth opens smooth and sweet and closes with an earthy extremely dry bitterness . i m very intrigued by this savory aspect but i ve got ta admit that the lingering notes are as pungent as a raw red onion and rather unpleasant . the paths this beer takes are new to me and the dryness seems to be more welcome in the muskiest farmhouse ale or red wine . despite my reservations it s still quite original and i m obviously in the minority when it comes to my unfavorable opinion .,aroma,0.8,1
note i submitted a request to the bros for a change in the style . someone listed this as an ameican wheat ale when the bottle specifically says that this is brewed without any barley or wheat . a diarrhea brown orange like really funky well water . the small tan head lasts for only a few seconds before forming a little foamy ring around the edge of the glass . this one is really murky and funky . s mashed sweet potatoes and really really ripe bananas . this smells like mashed up brown black bananas in a brown paper sack . it also smells a lot like mashed sweet potatoes with molasses brown sugar and marshmallows on top . gerber s banana baby food comes to mind also along with tropical flowers dark rum and raw cane sugar . this nose is really unique and quite remarkable really . t holy shit . this is nasty . i m surprised that the nose can be so great while the flavor is like old salty sweaty funky skidmark stained underwear . this tastes like rotten fruit and dead roadkill with a boatload of salt thrown in for good measure . m salty sweaty brine but somehow manages to be thick enough to remind me of vomit . d this is only the third beer that i ve ever actually poured down the drain . the first one was dave s cave creek chili beer because it was painfully hot and the second was bud light chelada . this beer smells really nice and tropical but tastes like diseased hershy squirts . i m glad that this beer is n t actually made in africa or else i would be concerned about malaria typhoid sleeping sickness and all of that stuff . undrinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
pours straw yellow with little head . way too light . ruby red grapefruit dominates the smell . very bright citrus little malt . grapefruit up front . astringency dominates in the mid palate . very resinous bitter at the end . malt is too subdued . well hopped but missing the oomph of malt . medium body with a bright fizz fairly refreshing and drinkable for the hottest day of the year so far .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle had a nice label with a picture depicting two young maidens dancing round a maypole of all things . poured into a cylindrical spaten glass . a light amber in color and clear . head went down slightly but never completely dissipated . s sweet malts and yeast on the nose for the most part . slight breadiness as well as a smidgen of hops but not much . t again sweet bready malt yeast and a smattering of hops . slight fruitiness and ester notes as well . i must confess that i m not intimately familiar with this style but the flavor does seem appropriate for a springtime beer . m good carbonation light to medium body . d silky smooth and balanced nicely leaning toward the malt but containing enough of a hop presence to clean things up . as i said i ve not much experience with maibocks but left to its own devices this was a very solid beer . interesting that it comes from iowa . i d like to try some more of this style . i would definitely recommend this one to anyone trying to branch out and try new styles . p.s . i noticed that the label in the picture on the website and the one on my bottle are completely different . i wonder if mine was a limited release . . i picked this up as part of a mix a six pack and there were only two bottles of this kind left . guess i ll have to do some more research .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle poured into a duvel tulip . a pours a clear bright orange with a finger of eggshell head . does not retain but leaves some lacing . s whoah . an ontario ipa that smells like an ipa . strikes me as a red racer jr. in the aroma dept . caramel malt citrus tropical piney hops . t taste does not disappoint either token malt followed by a blast of piney goodness . m medium body with a lower carbonation level which enhances drinkability . d drinkability is high .,aroma,0.9,1
pours very clear with a nice looking off white head . it sparkles in the glass a light golden color . the aroma is slight clove some bubblegum but that s about it . taste is rounded and smooth with the clovey and bubblegum from the aroma but also with alcohol warming and candy sugar flavors . there s some faint caramel notes in the flavor as well . medium bodied and drinkable it s good but not really a first class beer and not worth . a bottle oz john s marketplace portland or .,aroma,0.6,1
pours dark mahogany with a . tan head . not much lacing or head retention smell big malt roastiness and cofee notes taste fruitness is quickly overan by toasted malt assualt . coffee choclate flavors mop up the flavor attack . finishes dry and roasty mf pretty nicely balanced but a tad undercarboanted drank really easy may have to re review another beer if the head lacing in the other of the pack hold up better . very nice porter even going down good in degree weather .,aroma,1.0,1
deep amber red body clear with a rocky head and lots of lacing . huge caramel aroma along with dried prunes . taste s not as rich as the aroma but still excellent . slightly warming alcohol if felt but not tasted . smooth moderate low carbonation and coating without being sticky . an excellent example of the style really a joy of a sipper .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer pours a clear bright pumpkin orange color . lacing is present with a lofty head . hoppy scent is medium to intense with a nice mix of fresh citrus and toasted darker hop bitters . malt figures its way in to create a staggeringly intense aroma for an irish red . taste is super bitter somewhat too fresh and crisp for an irish red . malt is there and brings out a vanilla aftertaste but does not add a proper smoothness . drinkability is thus limited but still a decent beer .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a big head that is super foamy and leaves a small amount of lacing . color is brown to gold and very carbonated . smell is picy and a little fruity . also a little clovey with some molasses . smells sour and old . smells almost like wine . taste is very light i assume it tastes almost like it smells . it s a little sour but i can find clove and molasses in there . mouthfeel is smooth and easy to drink except for the flavor . overall the scent is good but i will never have this one again .,aroma,0.6,1
i tried this beer on july at armadillo texas grill in toronto . the beer was reddish brown in the glass with a thick head that lasted for a couple of minutes . the aroma was malty with no hints of honey whatsoever . the mouthfeel was medium bodied with little carbonation . the taste was malty beery with no hints of honey . the beer was very similar to a somewhat flat rickard s red . in fact the lack of honey aroma and taste and the reddish brown colour had me wondering .,aroma,0.3,0
bought in the now familiar oilcan . looks a pretty good beer.nice large head off white atop a light brown beer.very little carbonation observed . smell i am afraid is non existant.nothing at all . why do major brewers tend to erradicate the aroma . its one of the things i enjoy in a beer a good scent . taste is average also.not unpleasant but really i cant think of anything to praise.i get some sweet malts thats about all . average on the mouth though i am happy theres not much carbonation . overall an average drink.though i dare say if i were trapped in a hell with this or bud i would go for this .,aroma,0.4,0
this is one beautiful beer . while yellow in color the head is very impressive . the smell is almost nonexistant however as this beer proves to be very mellow . what the beer lacks malty and hoppy goodness it makes up in creaminess . there is not a lot of flavor and the beer goes down quickly and seems light . this is a beer that is nice for very occasional drinking but it certainly does have its place in the world of beer .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a fizzy yellow color with not much head . visually seems pretty light bodied . the nose is terrific . aromas of strawberries and cream just leap from the bottle when im pouring it . very fruity smell but in a beer sort of way not an aww man that sucks sort of way . the taste however is a bit different . its kinda hard to pull much of those strawberry notes out of the flavor . a bit sweeter than most beers malty and i m almost thinking that strawberriness is an added flavor or aroma not really something that is considered much in the brewing process . the mouthfeel is light and easy drinking . a decent beer but not one of my favorites .,aroma,0.8,1
uninspiring . better than common cheap american brews but not by much . gold in color hardly any white head . clear body . smell is chemically hoppy with pine . . .maybe . flavor is iffy and slightly skunky sour . dry texture and metallicy finish . not worth repeating but i do happen to have a pack lying around . . .give aways .,aroma,0.4,0
so dogfish head has been hit or miss with me so far with the beers i ve had . when i heard about sah tea something intrigued me and i hurried out to pick up a ml . pours a golden orange color . very hazy with a small amount of off white head that leaves good lacing . a nice looking beer . the nose on this one is about a mile deep . i get tons of nutmeg chai tea cinnamon vanilla ginger snap best describes the aroma . i ca n t stop smelling it . most if not all the aromatic qualities come through on the palate . again tons of nutmeg vanilla ginger cinnamon chai tea . very creamy and spicey . not sure i can pick out the juniper berries at all . even if i knew what they smelled like . this is a really smooth beer . just enough carbonation . glides down the throat easily . i would call this pretty medium bodied . overall the drinkability is good . great aroma great flavor and mouthfeel . the abv is completely invisible . hard to tell this is even beer . i really like it though . i would n t call it a game changer but it s definitely a succsessful beer from dfh . i recommend trying this and i would drink again for sure .,aroma,1.0,1
a amber orange and gold hues and just slightly cloudy . shows a finger head that quickly fades to haze . s this one hit me on the pour . delicious citrus fruits with resin y sweetness in the background heavenly . t the first half second on my tongue it s bitter but then quickly piney hoppy sweet then back to a dry finish . the flavor is n t as blockbuster as the aroma . m light with some sparkle building into the dry finish . d a little too off balance to be gulp able but certainly a yummy beer . notes the nose seems to be so much of the flavor of this beer the more i moved it around in my mouth the more i liked it . but it still did n t live up to the initial sniff .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a light amber with a tiny head . smell was metallic with some hops spices and a touch of honey . taste was somewhat sweet and honey like on the front end but as it moved along the palate the alcohol sting was overwhelming . the beer was so acidic that i had to fight the urge to spit out what i had in my mouth . the aftertaste was quite metallic and had an unpalatable alcohol flavor as well . the body was rather thin and the beer turned flat very quickly . i could not bear to finish this drink . the egyptians may have invented beer but it s obvious that their recipe had changed for a reason . this beer is absolutely retched .,aroma,0.7,1
golden pour with a large rocky head that quickly diminishes to a tight cap but does give up a little lace . an aroma of over ripe and feremting pineapple wafts upwards to the nose and mingles with subtle hints of grain alcohol.sweet honey melds nicely with mango and pineapple in a malt forward flavour with little noticable hopping . the alcohol is fairly well concealed considering the weight but makes it s presence felt in a warming finish . the mouthfeel is agressively carbonated but syrupy underneath . quite well done i think . drinkability is decent this is a sweet belgian strong pale and while i think that was a slight detraction for me its still a very well made beer .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark amber body with lots of carbonation bubbles . big off white head that disappates quickly . no lacing . smells very tasty . roasted malts a hint of sourness and some floral hops . sweet malts up front give way to sourness and a slight bittness . finishes with roasted malt character . medium bodied . a fairly drinkable brown ale .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a pint glass at degrees . appearance a white foamy one finger head that has poor retention typical for this style . the color of the beer is a straw color with yellow hues . the clarity of the beer is clear to brilliant . there is some effervescence in the beer . nose there is a strong skunked aroma from the beer at the first whiff . there are notes of malt and yeast . there is are note of floral and pine . taste the initial light struck flavor emits from the beer giving off a skunked flavor . there are notes of yeast malt floral and and corn . the mouth feel of the beer is carbonated and slightly dry . overall the body of the beer is light and the finish is a little more than light . this beer is n t very good .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a dark color with a very thin head . smells of a very rich chocolate malt . has slight tones of caramel as well . has a great traditional porter taste . very dark chocolate malt flavor . it has a bit of hoppiness at the end but is definitely dominated by a chocolate malt taste . the mouthfeel is a little thin . could n t drink these all day but porters are n t really meant to be . great hearty porter . the perfect beer for dessert or after dinner on a cold wintry night .,aroma,1.0,1
a this was a cloudy pale yellow color . it poured with a thin short lived head . s big fresh aromas of earthy grapefruit and vanilla cookie dough . t bit of a let down here . starts well with toffee and vanilla flavors . next up are some lemon zest with a little pine . the finish is abrasively bitter and a little solventy . m decent body but maybe a little undercarbonated . d i love founder s but this came up a little short .,aroma,0.9,1
a smooth lt. green head pour from the dfh bottle . brew is clouded cinnamon color . some decent lacing . s lots of maple . some light smoke almost overwhelming . very light vanilla . almost smells like a tire . t whoa . the first sip is almost offensive . some nice wood and vanilla rises slowly from tons of spice and almost too much smoke . some weird strawberry flavor too tastes like there could be some cherries as well . m no heat . offensively bitter and weird smokey tones . o a weird brew . unique . bitter yet unique . not worth the oz i paid but worthy to split with a friend . this could be a great summer bbq brew .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a clear golden yellow color with a decent amount ouf white fizzy head . not much of a scent mostly just grain . mostly a taste of grains and some yeast also a little bit skunky . light bodied crisp and refreshing with adequate carbonation . this is fairly easy to drink once you can get past the skunkiness but otherwise it is below average .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours a murky chocolate brown . a nice little tan head crops up . some good swirls of lace not many though . maintains a very thin cover through most of the bottle sampling . aroma a boozy chocolate smell some light whiskey peat supporting it . the result is an almost fruity hard christmas candy with the chocolate filling center kind of smell . taste sweet quite tart with a bit of what almost tastes like early stage infection . a nice smoky component in the background is trying to get through . the swallow is too tart though and covers it going to a lemon juice sourness that i do n t like . the end is dry sour and unpleasant . mouthfeel a bit smooth well carbonated but of no aid . drinkability a few pleasant spots but the bitter lemony sour part ruins the beer for me . i had to discard probably eight to nine ounces of the .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at beachwood bbq a pours dark brown with a soft white head some lace . s organic solvents acetone some blueberries weird . t this beer clearly has a phenol problem which takes over the malt lots of organic chemical tastes . the blueberries are nice but does n t make for a tasty beer . it s not horrible just not very enjoyable . m medium bodied harsh with the organic chemical flavour rough feel . d years can have strange effects on a beer . in the cherry one it worked but here it s made a fermentation gone haywire mess .,aroma,0.3,0
i had this beer out of a bottle at a beer tasting and was intrigued upon seeing it poured and taking my first sniff of the beer . it smelled similar to a belgian blonde with notes of honey and lemon but when i tasted it i was disappointed the abv is too low for a blonde and the mouthfeel and taste are not complex . while this beer smells rich i found the taste to be too simple . i d like to be able to review this beer better since good italian beers are in short supply . definitely more interesting than the mass market beers from italy but not something i would choose over other european or domestic brews .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a nice amber red with a nice big khaki head with good retention . s sickeningly sweet . sort of like a malt liquor . maple syrup molasses a bit of malt . if the taste follows this will be a drainpour . t cloying sweetness right up front with brown sugar and molasses . alcohol not really hidden even only at . . no hops detectable . mild aftertaste is probably one of the best things about this . m nice smooth and creamy mouthfeel d the disgusting smell and cloying sweetness make this one pretty undrinkable . i m about a quarter of the way through and probably will drain pour it before it is half finished . thankfully i only paid cents for this .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance four finger shaving cream egg shell white head amazing retention deep dark amber color lots of carb really great lacing . smell sweet malt floral hop light brown sugar light bread light whiff of dark fruits . taste nice full malts floral piney hop fresh dark fruits light yeast . nice full and slightly chewy mouthfeel . final thoughts very simple but pretty nice . the nose was a little light and the beer itself is more hop forward then what i would consider perfect for a esb but on the whole a very simple but good brew . what a great appearance . worth a buy .,aroma,0.6,1
purchased at root cellar in cincinnati oh a pours root beer brown with huge billowy carbonated inch tan head . large silk lacing coats the glass on first pour . s a roasted nose with hop undertones . not a big nose on this beer . m t medium body good carbonation . taste is consistent from the initial hit on the tongue to swallow and to aftertaste . a strong roasted presence followed by a warm alcohol presence . a little one dimensional but a solid taste throughout. finishes very clean and does n t let you reach for water to cleanse the pallet . d very drinkable beer goes down easy and has a very good flavor . i would buy this beer again . this is my first black ale and i hope this is a strong example of what one should be .,aroma,0.6,1
has a creamy smell . tan lace as my pint glass is drained . bit of a dark chocolate taste . mine has a somewhat bitter remainder . considering i bought this from a gas station on a lark i m enjoying this beer . might not be worth what i paid for it though . are we allowed to put a dollar value on these things .,aroma,0.4,0
i received this one in a trade with cmaruchak . thanks a million . . . pours an amber color with a big billowy fizzy tan head leaving some cling on the glass . very clean appearance . dissipation leaves a nice surface layer . aroma is super cascade hoppy . lots of pine trees . lots of alcohol hits my nose also . not too exciting to be honest . taking a sip i notice lots of pine hops with a nice buttery feel . some sweet grapefruit escapes onto my palete as well and it finishes well with a nice slightly drying alcohol finish . i also notice the taste of rock candy as an aftertaste . wonderful for the style . very well balanced out carbonation in that it is not big like some ipas i ve had in the past . a nice medium bodied brew with a nice buttery smoothness that goes a long way . drinkable . oh hell yea . this gives the dogfish minute ipa a run as my favorite ipa of all time and may take over that spot . just an awesome brew . . .,aroma,0.6,1
so i laid this down in my cellar in and kept meaning to get to it . today i finally opened it . i have heard it does n t age well though . pours out a nice dull brown . small head . pretty ordinary . the smell was nice . tobacco chocolate caramel molasses dried plums brown sugar and a hint of soy sauce . i would say this should taste pretty good . the taste is not as sweet as i expected it to be . there quite a bit of tobacco flavor and some sort of bitter sensation on the back of my tongue . i ve had plenty of beers that had harsh flavors and were still good to me but this one is a little strange . the aftertaste is like i smoked a marlboro or something . mouthfeel is a little watery . nothing spectacular . it s okay . i would say never age this though .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at applebee s . served in a pint glass . appearance is an opaque black color with a creamy tan head . smell is disappointingly faint and nondescript . taste is a mild coffee taste with a little dark roasted charcoal flavor on the swallow . mouthfeel is fairly light and thin . dry mildly bitter finish . a nice drinkable porter that paired well with my steak .,aroma,0.6,1
poured this one from the bomber into a pilsner glass . appearance cloudy orange with a wee creamy marshmellow colored head . smell i smell almost nothing . wtf . taste very mellow flavor with equal amounts of both malt and bread notes and the orange after taste works out quite well . imagine a thin layer of sweet orange marmalade on an english muffin . mouthfeel a very smooth and medium bodied brew . overall this is a great inexpensive summer time brew . i m glad i tried the stuff .,aroma,0.4,0
a a cidery colored brew with nice cloudiness . solid creamy tight head with just a hint of a greenish tint . s not a lot going on here . some pear green apple very minor tangerine . t green pear sweetness just a tad under ripe . some belgian sugar thoughts with yeasty hints of apricot banana and clove . ethereal young wheat adds a gently malt background . m thin body to medium body could be a bit juicier but might comprimise the drinkability . d i like this beer . subtle flavors mingle very nicely together . probably nice on tap with the flavors becoming more pronounced yet staying balanced . killing a pitcher of this would be easy .,aroma,0.6,1
gwuilliums brought this over while we bottling batches . a clear straw yellow color . excellent head formation retention was not great . some slight lacing . s subtle is the word i would use . there are floral notes and spice notes but only if you really work at concentrating the aroma from the glass . t lemony and slightly spicy . has a decent slightly bread like maltiness about it . definitely tastes like a czech pilsener . m excellent carbonation and smooth round malt . d we downed the six pack with no problem . i was surprised by how much i liked this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
no real hard more like lacing across the surface even a big swirl hardly gets anything going no true lacing along glass sides . orange brown muddy river inside the glass fully opaque yellowed rims curiously you can see the carbonation steadily rises to the surface where it breaks into nothing . the nose is heady stuff a dessert of raspberry preserves melted dark chocolate caramel orange infusion coconut flakes texturally full and expansive while actually nowhere sweet enough to annoy mild whiskey notes but no burn . medium bodied the carbonation works hard to lift the flavors off the tongue while here adds an underlying sourness which restrains more of the sugary side . the raspberry fresh and natural with supplementary sour cherry accents . the german chocolate cake element marches on caramel and coconut with a cream cheese brush as well . a touch grainy as it warms . the orange lemon citrus brings bite to the finish helps refresh palate for the next sip . more muscular than many belgian framboise lambics which boosts drinkability . a beer worth seeking out .,aroma,1.0,1
an orange amber color with crystal clarity and a head that left alot of lace . aromatic and hoppy from the different types of hops used there is some fruit and alot of pine . fresh and clean with hints of the pine slight bitterness smooth and the carbonation creates a glorious feeling in the mouth . i loved this amber ale . this is pure heaven in a glass from the aroma to the taste and finish everything is enjoyable . the abv is not to high but you can still a get decent buzz but drinking a few .,aroma,1.0,1
look light yellow in color with a one finger head that quickly fell away . there is n t a whole lot of lacing on this one . smell an earthy plant kind of smell not a whole lot there . taste a bit of hop bitterness in the beginning and then lingers a bit on the back of the tongue . this beer leaves my mouth a little bit dry . feel quite light and highly carbonated . drinkability i think that the light mouth feel and abv make this an easily drinkable beer . i m not incredibly keen on the taste but it is rather drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
pint bottle poured into a snifter . pours opaque black with a single finger of rich light tan head after a hard pour . decent retention and moderate lacings make this one look great in the glass . aroma is of lightly roasted malts and a bit metallic along with a bit of chocolate and some subtle dark fruit notes . lightly sweet overall with an odd overall character possibly a bad bottle due to the metallic character . taste is much better with a lightly roasted character and a solid black malt presence . the brew is sweet overall with a smooth character and an overall solid profile though it could be a bit less sweet and more roasted . mouthfeel is decent though underwhelming . full bodied and rich in texture with a semi dry finish of residual dark malts . drinkability is good . the brew seems to do all the right things in the wrong way . too sweet a touch metallic in the nose and not enough roasted malt to sustain the rich and sweet character . hopefully these negative thoughts are from a bad bottle . oh well that just means another bottle is going to have to make its way in front of this ba .,aroma,0.4,0
this has to be the strangest beer i ve ever had . and here is why . served in a standard pint glass this brew is a nice shade of copper gold . small white head with ok retention does leave some lacing around the glass . the nose . wow . i get bubble gum and cotton candy with a strong citrus and floral hop character . this smells fantastic . eeeh . . screeching breaks this brew takes a degree turn and heads the complete h opposite direction . see what i did there . the taste of this beer is not citrusy or fruity or floral at all but is completely and utterly piney and earthy and resiny . i ve never seen such difference from the nose to the taste in a beer in my life . it s not a bad thing just strange . i think it s too aggressively hopped and unbalanced in the taste department for my tastes but still damn good . the mouthfeel is light and creamy . leaves a strong bitter aftertaste that only motoroil can wash away . great drinkability considering how strongly hopped this was . wow such a strange but great experience . columbus hops by themselves may not be for me but this is still a good beer . i ve enjoyed all the single hop series beers i ve had so far .,aroma,0.9,1
little to no pop of the cork . pours a grape juice still body with the faintest of lacing . ok . i have never noticed the diaper aroma before on a lambic or wild beer but this has it going in spades . this smells like pure feces quite literally . yeah there is some rotten fruit but the prevailing aroma is pure undadulterated shit . dare i take a sip . for fifteen bucks the answer is yes . musty and sour with an almost crisp fruit follow up blueberry pancakes and syrup . nice but that smell . honestly this is borderline putrid . body is painfully thin and still with absoutely no carbonation . drinkabilty is passible . if you hold your nose . consider this purchase carefully .,aroma,0.4,0
pours out a cherrywood brown with a thick rocky head the shade of almond butter . leaves thick sheets of lacing . smells of boring malts and slight ethanol . not much character to speak of . faint candy aromas and some noble hops can be detected . malty body with some toasted malts . slight diacetyl . faint hops . really not a lot going on . mouthfeel is too prickly with carbonation and a bit too light for my tastes . not bad enough to dump but it sucks i have one more of these from the mix pack deal . brown ale . more like sickly sweet boring mess .,aroma,0.4,0
many thanks to payson for a chance to sample this ultra rare brew . pours a cloudy orange with ample head that lasts forever quite a feat considering the abv . no lacing or legs to speak of . aroma is of heavy oak maybe even a hint of brett with evident american hopping that s mostly grapefruity in character but has both earthy and resiny overtones . alcohol is evident in the nose as well as is the honey sweetness described on the bottle . hints of orange and lemon dance around the intense aged oak notes giving this beer an amazingly original and interestingly complex nose . wow . flavor is much as would be expected after the nose . sweetness rivals the heftiest of wheatwine honey sweetness you ve experienced . the hopping balances but not so much as would be expected by the nose . the sweetness seems to win the battle in the end . there also does seem to be a hint of brettanomyces adding a bit of cheddar like spice to the already interesting flavor . alcohol overrides barely in the finish and leaves a boozy sweet honey like flavor on the tongue . mouthfeel is syrupy and sticky as might be expected with high carbonation and a dryish but lingeringly spicy finish . the sweetness and booze strength hampers the drinkability on this one a bit but by the rare chance that you have to possibility to try this do . it s a very original brew that is equaled in character by few other beers that i ve imbibed thus far .,aroma,1.0,1
attractive label but no freshness dating . pours a very hazy orangish yellow with a small white head that does n t stick around but leaves lace . smell is a pleasant peppery orange with lucky charm marshmallows . bland damp dank dull vegetable and oatmeal flavors churn on the tongue until an astringent bitterness gives a bite as it turns to a watery finish . seem like sloppy hop usage possibly the with the awful amarillo virus . feel is light and slick . not impressed .,aroma,0.7,1
a small head little lacing . mix between golden and amber body . s citrius hops not the strongest aroma . t bitter finish . pine and hops to start . very refreshing . m above average carbonation . dry finish . o i really enjoyed this six pack . taking a sip something in me wants to really get a mouthful . great body to this one . six pack from thorpe s in east greenwich ri .,aroma,0.6,1
quite hazy pink grapefruit colour with next to no cap . fruity aroma raspberry slight banana . you can pick up a hint of wheat if you really try but it could just be an illusion . the flavour was heavy with raspberry but the mineral character and coarse carbonation made it taste processed and artificial . light bodied high carbonation a bit dry . i really like raspberries so i hoped this beer would impress me but it just did n t work for me at all .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a oz bottle into a clean pint glass . it appeared golden and clear with very little head and light carbination . very little aroma at first a little bit of hops to the smell later . it tasted very hoppy and malty . it had a medium to heavy body that went down smoothly . i found it to be very drinkable .,aroma,0.2,0
kalik regular pours a typical macro yellow with a white head from a clear twelve ounce bottle . the aroma is definitely skunky . tastes fairly typical for a latin american caribbean lager grainy skunk really is n t too noticeable in the taste although it is there . on par with corona it would be a reasonable substitute for it . not recommended .,aroma,0.3,0
poured caramel gold a half finger of foam that disappeared quickly leaving a thin skein . some lacing was noticeable . the smell was almost completely absent . this is becoming a theme with these kirkland beers . taste was crisp from the carbonation some grain and malt was apparent . bitterness came in about midway through hops grassy and floral at the edges of the palate . bitterness lingers modestly into the finish in the light to medium bodied beer . overall non descript . perhaps it s worth drinking st it s price point or not . there are way too many beers and not enough time.but now i m rambling on .,aroma,0.4,0
this is starting to pop up at all the better shops in columbus now i got this one at the anderson s and also saw it at palmers and maybe at from the vine . i am definitely not used to buying canned beer but this beer proves cans do n t have to be a bad thing . nice black but rather thin . very very dark brown in the light . actually looks more like a porter than a ris . small white head and not much lace . smell is great lots of mild coffee and dark malts burnt bread and sweet caramel . tastes of milk chocolate lots of malt sweet coffee and a little hops and alcohol on the end . light bodied highly carbonated . not tough but i d not likely want more than two in a night . glad i got to try this it s worth a shot .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into my brand new duvel tulip . light copper color with a tight head that dissipates but never dissappears . smell is excellent and unique . predominate smell i get is apricot . also a floral nectar like scent that reminds me of honeysuckle . taste builds on this by adding some resiny pine and a sharp bitterness that blends nicely with the sharp crisp finish . i like the carbonation . along with the dryness in the finish this is what reminded me of a traditional belgian trippel . very drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
opaque darkness mocha coffee foam head nice retention . i m really enjoy the sweet fruits and big malts in the aroma red grapes sour dates soft and tangy with chocolate malt and a dry sour yeast aroma that is really nice . mild heat at the end . roastie dark malts bitter chocolate with a dry and earthy yeast . the hops and earthy yeast adds a really nice counter punch to the malt . both spectrums of flavor s are allowed to shine . bitter and dry effect is pretty heavy and a dense malt complexity of sour fruits and black coffee . yeah it all works pretty well although the chocolate malt is a bit too slick and heavy feeling full bodied with a decent bite though . this is a stlye bender for sure it s a nice complex yeast but the malt comes off as too chunky for my taste .,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle poured into a tulip . batch . a pours a clear yet hazy brown amber color with ruby red highlights . produced a good white head that dissipated after a little bit . some lacing left behind . seriously one of the darkest colored saisons i have seen . s a floral aroma with a lightly funky hay brett like aroma . very floral actually from the rose petals and hibiscus . a light fruit tart sweetness at the end . t backwards a bit from the smell . some good berry like tart fruits up front that flow into a light dry hay bitter funk . floral . m a bit of a lower carbonation level than expected from the style . a good balance of lightly tart fruits and dry hay funk . rather smooth yet a bit thinner than expected . d an interesting take on the style . much more fruit driven than usual but still kicks it up a notch with the dry hay funk at the end . a unique take on the style that borders on a wild ale yet is still a solid take on the style .,aroma,1.0,1
may seem as a cola representation of pepsi but seems to quench the thirst like a gatorade . first off the color of the can makes my girlfriend happy plus the sight of a man drinking out of a purple can is complete manliness . the smell is similar to a draft beer at many restaurant locations . although it does smell a tad bit watered down i appreciate the drink ability much more than the smell . this beer is like buying vaseline when needing ky jelly . the taste is unique yet not as pleasing as a top of the line beer but the drink ability is exceptional . highly recommended for a middle class unique heavy partier . cheap enough for beer pong yet good enough for sunday night football . the price is right whether it s day or night .,aroma,0.6,1
bottled in not sure when . i thought this was a tripel so i slept on it . appears to have held up alright . pours very murky looks like a hefe . thick inch high head with nice retention . no real scents that i detect . very faint malts and even more faint citrus hops . very bitter flavors . bitter hop from start to finish light biscuit flavor from malts but i stress on the light . finish has a citrus flavor close to white grapefruit with maybe a hint of red . very full with nice carbonation that tingles through the finish and leaves your gums tingling as well . excellent drinkability . very refreshing and a lot of fun . great for any hop head . the pour was decent but the smell was non existent . i was worried this would be a bomb but the flavor is excellent . this is my nd offering from troegs and by far will not be my last .,aroma,0.4,0
a poured a pale dirty orange with a frothy linen white colored head that dissipated to a patchy covering within the first minute of pour . there was a turbid nature of tiny speckled yeast matter that was sparse and spaced far between with enough clarity to clearly distinguish objects on the other side . s musky and dry with light sweetly toasted grains and dry orange grinds . the ginger was dry powdery and muddled with no distinguishability . overall was muddled flat and bland . t the flavor faired slightly better then the aroma . the spiciness of the ginger comes through with some honey cloves and lightly sweet toasted grains . a fruitiness of melons and pear juice are also noted here . there is a ginger root flower hopping on the finish . overall found the malting to be overbearingly sweet at times . m alkaline light bodied and slightly fizzy . the finish is a bit scratchy perhaps from the ginger . nothing else mentioning here . d hard to imagine drinking this in multiples . less then average enjoyment and ease of consumption . it is what it is a ginger beer that comes off overbearingly sweet malt wise limiting multiples or repeatability . if curious try lefthands ginger over this otherwise cant imagine what i would do with a six pack of this .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a good oktoberfest . once again victory proves they can do lagers just as well as sie germans . not the best i ve had this season but it s up there . the beer looks wonderful . nice coppery amber color with ample carbonation to support a thick off white head . retention is awesome but the beer does n t seem to lace well . the smell is lacking . very light . with a strong whiff one can smell some caramel and munich malts along with some hops . also a bit of a vegetal dms aroma but it s just enough to stay under the radar . the taste is good . nice caramel sweetness with a nice toasted bread flavor from the munich malt . good crisp bitterness goes well with a subtle vegetal finish . crisp and clean with a lingering caramel sweetness . fairly full bodied for a lager . i could put down many of these with no problem . i ve really gotten into oktoberfests this year whereas last year i skipped over many . this is a mistake i wo n t make in future years .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance deep dark pretty much opaque brew with a thin tan head lacing is thin and pretty sparse . aroma dark roasts produce mild dark chocolate and black coffee robust tones with an air of nuttiness and tart cherries blended in there . is reminiscient of amaretto with that almond cherry blend found in that . tastes sharp acidic tartness in the forefront blended by dark bitter roasts not very complex a bit one dimensional with tart cherries i do n t think i am a fan of this one just does n t do it for me . mouthfeel rather thin figuring the appearance of a dark liquid pouring into my glass weighing in at would be packing some chewy textures and full body right well that s not the case here a medium to light bodied brew leaves me rather unimpressed . drinkability just not my kind of stout lacks extreme body and contains entirely too much tart cherry juice not a fan do n t like it .,aroma,0.8,1
pitch black with thin head . little lacing . coffee with sweet oatmeal smell . some peanut butter is faint in the back . the taste is n t bad but is a little bit of a letdown . cheap coffee at first followed by some sweet malt and light hops . smooth but not as creamy as i expected . adding later i enjoyed this beer really cold but as i let it warm up some it almost kind of went sour . it did n t finish nearly as well as it started with me . i changed the score i gave it on taste as a result . this one is worth a try . thanks to jredner for this one .,aroma,0.9,1
the ale poured a rich golden color with perfect clarity . with some effort i was able to obtain a creamy off white head of relatively course bubbles which dissipated rapidly . no lacing was evident as i drank this aromatic ale . speaking of aroma this ale wreaks of bourbon and vanilla with some burnt wood smokey notes to finish . what s lacking is any faint aroma of anything beer like malt for instance . close your eyes or keep them open and waft a smell and you d think you were sniffing a high ball . the flavor is bourbon upfront charred wood vanilla and brown sugar . the lack of any beer flavor ruins what would could have been a decent brew . the mouthfeel is thin and watery . it seems almost impossible to be so thin given the abv and intensity of bourbon flavor . as a result drinkability is average but why bother given the price for a four pack . there are plenty of good bourbon barrel ales out there . do n t waste your money on this one .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark orange w thick foamy off white hat in my snifter also decent retention . s other than delicious . . this beer reeks of hop goodness that makes me want to crawl inside my glass . resiny citrus and spicy hops against a solid malt backdrop . sn consistantly produces beers w amazing hop boutique aromas . t flavor profile pretty much mimics the nose w the malts and biscuit holding the fort down so the trademark sn cascades can do what they do best . mf creamy medium body and goes down w a slick and oily feel d balance balance balance . highly sessionable .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle from enjoyed at lord hobo from a tulip . reviewed from notes . i ll grant that i drank this in a dark bar but the beer appeared almost black at first . virtually no head on this one . the aroma is absolutely wonderful . absolutely huge brett notes pungent and funky with a very clear tartness . i could smell the funk as soon as my glass was poured and this truly does remind me of a dark sour . apart from that very strong earthy sourness there is a slight hint of cocoa . got ta love fantme there s virtually no sourness at all in the taste . instead there s a rich array of flavors that are at once evocative of an totally different from many bsdas . chocolate and a curious mix of baking spices . belgian yeast . lightly smoked malts with a little touch of bacon . it s absurd but it really does work . mouthfeel is on the thin side but it s not terrible . for such a complex beer this was really quite easy to drink . i ordered this bottle expecting whimsy and i was n t disappointed . totally bizarre and idiosyncratic i expected nothing less .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from bottle to pint glass . thick black color with light brown head surprisingly not creamy and minimal retention . what was left however left some decent lace . smell leaves scets of caramel and roasted coffee and a very sweet smelling milk scent . very appetizing . initial taste is oddly very vacant as my palate struggles to get past the overcarbonation . aftertaste thankfully has some style with a nice milky coffee flavor . the hints of flavor come out more with each sip but never manages to overcome the bubbles . mouthfeel is poor i wanted thick and smooth but the carbonation created the opposite effect . way too thin for something i expect to coat the mouth . while this brew goes down way too easy why even bother . i had high hopes for this one coming in but will likely not be purchasing it again .,aroma,0.8,1
vintage . pours a dark black color with a small fizzy head that quickly dissapears . the nose features molasses chocolate roasted coffee and caramel . the taste features much of the same flavors as present in the nose . overall this is an extremely well balanced and highly drinkable porter that stands out as one of my favorites .,aroma,1.0,1
very very unique beer the nose right off the bat informs you of it . rich aroma of the carmel malts used very heavy scent but goes along nicely with the character of the porter . the taste is more subtle with th carmel floavor where its balanced out by additional malts with the alcohol barley making itself known . the aftertaste was the only trace of hops and alcohol i got and were sufficent for me with the bulk of the beer s character in the nose and initial taste . really good on a cold day in warm house kind of beer .,aroma,1.0,1
well it certainly is a pale european lager . nearly beyond pale in fact . however the head is frothy and displays excellent retention . looks true to style . faintest hop scent does n t smell british spalt perhaps . laces a malt body consisting of gentle sweetness but mostly semi sour musty grain husk . i must say this is very good . nothing groudbreaking going on here just a highly drinkable clean lager . gentle sweetness from the aroma carries over to the taste leaving no unwelcome lingering saccrine flavor . bittering hops are indeed there to bolster a bread y body . extraordinarily clean finish . soft carbonation speaks to a british touch and really allows me to focus on flavor . an easy choice for a session beer . i m always wary of things labeled organic as they can be focused more on marketing than quality . here however sam smith s delivers .,aroma,0.6,1
book says belgian pale ale but the look says anything but . pour is a brownish orange with an appropriately big white head . aroma is quite solid lots of passion fruit and light citrus mixed with belgian sugars . taste is not as sharp as expected some pear and fig in there with some light fruit . but it misses that bite that i like in belgian golds . finishes light like a decent american pale ale . overall a solid brew but not one to search out .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance is deep black with red at the bottom of the glass . almost no head with some lacing . nose is cocoa powder off the bat with sweet coffee . taste is predominately honey with some cocoa and coffee aftertaste . the sweetness is too much weighs down all flavors . mouthfeel is unimpressive . not much carbonation overly watery just not much going on . overall great idea but they forgot this was a beer and not a cocoa honey drink .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle nov. batch into a snifter . a a very dark brown molasses color with a brownish tan head that fades leaving light lacing . s sweet dark frut nose come out followed by a chocolate toasted malt . on second whiff i am reminded of chocolate covered cheries . t starts out as dark chocolate molasses . then it follows with dark dried fruit flavors but these are subtle short lived . it finishes with a bitter chocolat espresso flavors with a warming alcohol sensation . m thick heavy yet velvety smooth mouthfeel although it seems to be a little bit more carbonated than i was expecting from his style . d a great sipper on a cold snowy night like tonight just wish it was a little less carbonated .,aroma,1.0,1
part of our tasting at jackie o s . a pours almost black with just a slight tan head . s big chocolate aroma oak vanilla and some booze . t wow . lots of chocolate and sweetness . this is a real dessert beer . oak and some vanilla . the alcohol heat is huge . i feel the alcohol in my teeth and travels up into your sinus cavities . m higher side of medium body . o this needs some time to mellow out . maybe a year or longer for the flavors meld .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle poured into a snifter a very light and cloudy two finger head that will vanish before you know it . s when i opened the bottle i thought i was about to eat an apple . really smells like you are about to drink apple juice with a hint of alcohol t to me it tastes just like an an apple beer should taste . the smell leads into a strong apple taste with a light finish . alcohol is not overpowering . however as i drink the apple becomes less noticeable and the alcohol stand out more . mf very light . d while the abv would let you drink it for a long time the taste would become too much . i tired of this beer quickly .,aroma,0.8,1
smell is extremely rich and malty like a malted milk or the inside of a malted milk ball hints of hallertaus . does n t at all smell like an ipa . pours to a light amber with a nice creamy head . taste is thick and creamy with a dry sharp bitter but not lingering hop bite . hints of coffee bean . this is a very tasty beer . i think it is n t an ipa but more like an esb leaning towards an alt . strange bitterness only on the sides and roof of palate straight down the hatch its pure altbier . interesting and very tasty . another good selection from abita . would n t buy looking for an ipa but would buy for its drinkability .,aroma,1.0,1
poured like rusty stagnant black rain water from an old pipe . absolutely no head whatsoever even after a rather assertive pour in hopes of getting some kind of foamy cap . nothing . immediately i think something is amiss and suspect that there is something wrong with this bottle until i read that many other people have said the same thing . oh well moving along . the smell is terrific which really surprised me after that truly lackluster performance in the pour . very malty with loads of sweet toasted grains toffee and perhaps a pinch of spent coffee grounds . all of these are reflected in the flavour but not with the intensity one gets in the aroma . mouthfeel is about what you d expect from a holiday beer boasting as far as weight however there is zero carbonation . overall i found this rather strange . why would a norwegian brewey choose to replicate an american porter for their christmas offering . how can their other offerings be so well crafted yet this pours into your pint glass like cold coffee with a little bit of black mushroom soil dissolved into it . oh well . i m still glad i got o try this one and it is n t terrible it just looks odd when you pour it . these guys can do much much better though . .,aroma,0.8,1
apperance when poured from glass to bottle was standard for a macro . it poured with an impressive head . i was however impressed with the amount of carbonation that continued to bubble out of the bottom . it was still going strong until the liquid got to a certain depth about up a pint glass . the smell was the best part . although very skunky it smells alot like pot which to me is an awesome characteristic . i am curious if the fermentation process of beck s involves any hemp but it seem s unprobable . the taste is best decribed as budweiser times . the mouthfeel is s little skunky this takes away from it s drinkability as i continue through the six pack . overall the drinkability is not very good . i could maybe drink about of these and still be on pretty coherent .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance very dark even for a stout if you can believe it . relatively small tan cap . aroma smells really good . nice malty aroma of coffee and a hint of chocolate . taste not bad but i expected more flavor from this one . i mean the dark appearance and sweet aroma would lead me to believe it d be a little more rich than it was . mouthfeel medium bodied and relatively smooth creamy . the alcohol is very deceptive and well hidden in this beer . drinkabilty a good stout but the price tag and lack of flavor wo n t have me running out to buy a pack every weekend that s for sure . it s hard enough putting down of these bottles in succession . it s meant to enjoy slowly after a big dinner not to drink watching a football game . personally i liked the sam smith s nut brown ale a little better as this is one of the weaker imperial stouts i ve had .,aroma,0.9,1
ha ha ha . i have finally cracked the code . mc brewing corporation mountain crest bc minhas canadian arm . can you believe how sneaky they must be . . . the canquest tm is always wary of these types of things and at last the truth as i understand it is revealed . can you dig it . onward . the crack glug went off as planned and there appeared a finger of fluffy bone white head with moderate retention . color was a deep golden yellow with ne quality clarity . nose had the minhas scent of plastics and bubble gum . aha . i keep wanting to visit the brewery just to see what actually transpires there . i imagine that it will be run by an army of cybermen from doctor who former human beings whose humanity has been stripped away enabling them to foist this swill on an unsuspecting public . mouthfeel was medium with a sugary sweetness that made me wonder if it is possible to develop diabetes from a single can of beer . phew . the catch is that it might happen . catch if you review this nobody will care so why bother . catch me if you can said the gingerbread man . what a catch . the canquest tm had devolved into catch as catch can status . i d keep going but i ve got to catch a bus a buzz and a ride in no particular order . the finish had the now familiar grape bubble gum flavor . i need some mouthwash . gag .,aroma,0.2,0
a huge three finger off white head with a tinge of honey to the color . copper colored body with good clarity . the head takes its time settling and leaves sticky lace behind . s spicy fruity hops . pepper and lemon with some floral hints of jasmine and a bit of basil . some malt lurking in the background when it manages to squeeze by the hops it brings a bit of toasty caramel to the party . t bitter fruity spicy hops . lemon pepper and savory herbal notes . becomes spicy and more peppery in the middle . strong but not overly harsh bitterness comes in with the finish and while there is a good bit of malt in the background it is pretty well drowned out by the hops . m medium thick body moderate carbonation and a fairly dry finish . d strongly hoppy ipa bordering on a dipa . the hop character is fantastic especially in the nose and the bitterness is neither harsh nor overwhelming but rather refreshing .,aroma,1.0,1
a copper brown . s dead hollow nose . nothing of any interest happening here just a touch of unpleasant funkiness . t simple malt with a faint note of oxidized currant . lacks a certain grip on the palate . m d too monotonous for inspired consumption much less repeat again the lack of interest was a surprise with this one .,aroma,0.3,0
a cloudy orange and slight amber in color . small fizzy white head . decent lacing on the glass . s huge sweet and sharp fresh floral hops . excellent . t sharp hop bitterness with a floral blanket overall . some toasty malt at the very end . slightly to sharp of a bitterness for my tastes . however i do n t think this is a fresh bottle . m thick bodied . slightly sticky d smooth smells great and tasts great . just a tad to bitter though however this is a great dipa .,aroma,1.0,1
great beer for winter sipping or with pizza . one of the better brown ales in the region . filling though . the beer that eats like a meal try the other beers from bik sky brewing . fun name and label to give to visitors to montana i get comments on it years later .,aroma,0.6,1
appearence pours clearish copper brown color thin head with little retention not uncommon for the style . smell very malty . a little hint of cocoa . taste complex maltiness . dry flavor tingle of sweetness in the back of my mouth . drinkability very . for an oktoberfest i think i could drink a case of this . not too heavy but plenty to experience . this is the best domestic oktoberfest i have ever had period . new glarus does it again .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a perfect looking porter thanks to its head of tan foam it just sits there looking like a dollop of whipped cream . color is pure black and only when held up to a light can you see some ruby highlights . nose is light but im getting some cocoa powder . maybe a just a whiff of hops . body is thinnish but it has a good carbonation that creates a rolling smoothness seems right for the style . taste is smooth and balanced that cocoa smell just rides this beer out from start to finish in flavor . the end seems to pack the most flavor as some malt roast becomes evident . bitterness also appears at end helping create a drying finish . this is everything i want in a porter . its not overly roasted or hopped or too heavy in body . its a very drinkable dark beer that you can enjoy a number of and not fill up on . and definitely let it warm just a bit as its even better minutes or so out of the fridge .,aroma,0.7,1
the beer pours a dark shade of ruby and throws out a medium brown creamy head . there s a nice little chocolate coffee aroma to this beer . very pleasant . the taste is really lacking something . i had this on tap a year ago and i remember it being quite a bit better . the taste has some shades of cocoa and coffee bean . a very small amount of bitterness coming from the roasted malt i believe . pretty average brew here .,aroma,0.8,1
had it on tap served in a grifter . served at about degrees f . a faint yellow tinge visable bubbly carbonation ceased after a couple of seconds . not so impressive sea foam white head which also disappeared with the carbonation leaving a soapy looking fizz ring . either way the pour was inexperienced more head than i d typically prefer . s welcoming coriander hit me hard at my first wiff came down lighter at second glance mildly fruity spicey scent . t again the coriander opened the door this time with some licorice notes to it followed by a really amazing ginger infused flavor that only did justice on draught tried the pint container was n t too impressed . fruits of all sorts danced along my taste receptors mainly citris but green apples followed faintly and finished with a last taste of coriander that flows in between it all . really enjoied the spice from the ginger as well . nice finish in taste overall also please not that alcohol was not present in flavor so i had more that night which were served in pints . m not heavy at all very drinkable carbonation could have been more present for a white lager . yes i said it . it is considered a white lager possibly the only one of it s kind at the moment really giving beer in the long run again note i stayed with her all night . d no complaints but if at all possible find a bar or event that has it on draught to truly appreciate it for what it is . awesome with appetizers try with a quesadilla for some good time . not heavy at all very drinkable . loved this beer .,aroma,0.3,0
what odd experience today . i was at lancaster s new minor league baseball stadium and the vendor is carrying bottles of beer up and down the isles and i swear it looked like water bottle tops . would n t you know miller and miller light in plastic bottles at the lancaster barnstormers baseball game . who d a thunk it . appearance this beer is straw yellow gold . smell it smells like corn and other adjunct create a typical macro aroma . very small . straub has a corn aroma as well but it is more pleasant than miller light imo . taste dry light and watery with a sweet malt and sour corn flavor that does n t taste at all like the beautiful hops i love in an ipa . in all fairness this is supposed to be a light larger so i should n t complain about light flavors but there are certainly better and worse . mouthfeel it is very dry and fizzy . watery . drinkability if you are looking for a guzzler beer for beer bong this will do like any swill . it works when sitting in the sun at a baseball game but otherwise pass . hope this is helpful . cheers .,aroma,0.3,0
drank from a cl . fl . oz . bottle purchased at connecticut beverage mart newington ct first i must comment on this beer bottle s amazing graphics . the sparky hologram label depicting the snow covered brewery along with the foil covered top is quite a nice touch . as for the beer itself it poured a murky muddy copper ish amber with a thin light beige film of froth no real head . smell was very sweet and alcohol rummy rich . candied and brown sugar with alcohol soaked fruit and spices alcohol soaked fruit cake possibly . . hints of bourbon and vanilla as well . taste was completely dominated by the alcohol . some creamy malts yeastiness and fruity sweetness up front before the huge alcohol bite kicked in . the alcohol warming moved to the back of the mouth and became even more intense . flavors such as brown sugar and possibly some hops were vaguely detectable but they were quite overshadowed . alcohol burn was felt in the throat and on into the stomach where it warmed my belly . as for mouthfeel this beer was syrupy yet thinner bodied than expected . also the carbonation was minimal . drinkability of this beer was quite poor . with any beer that registers abv you can expect a big punch but this was too much . the flavors were simply not strong enough stand up to the alcohol .,aroma,0.8,1
i saw this in a gas station for and i guess curiosity got the best of me . a it is actually a very good looking beer . it pours a beautiful red ultra translucent hue with a small cap of tan foam . poor retention and no lace . s it smells initially of bug spray . after it airs out overnight it just smells like someone broke a bottle of vanilla extract . neither is a good thing . not surprisingly there is no bourbon or wood . t aged in bourbon casks . i ca n t imagine ab swallowing the opportunity cost of having vats of beer just sitting around taking up space for months . this beer tastes like a really mild ale with a ridiculous amount of vanilla extract dumped in the glass . have you ever been in the kitchen making some recipe and accidentally you use too much vanilla extract and ruin everything . the definition of unbalanced . m thin beer but ok in the feel dept . d not drinkable whatsoever .,aroma,0.2,0
oz . bottle sampled in a snifter this one pours a reddish black into the glass and appears black in the glass with a very tall dark tan head . there are but a few whisps of lace left on the glass . the aromas are magnificent . espresso coffee as if fresh brewed . the mouthfeel is just a tad thin for a beer of this stature . the taste starts off good with creamy dark chocolate and coffee . toward the end the blissful tastes are smacked with astringency that carries right into the finish what a buzzkill . not sure if aging will help this but it seems like a flaw to me . i have a few more to try so i will be sure to update if it was just a single bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
midnight black with a fluffy brown head . smells nicely of bourbon really great smell overall when you put your nose in it . taste slightly malty some hints of bourbon very dry has a coffee aftertaste . medium body little to no carbonation . very drinkable not your typical ris,aroma,0.9,1
clear straw with a soap bubbly white head with decent retention no lacing . spicy continental hoppage nondescript grains . taste is those grains with honey and herbal grassy twang but finishes sweet . feel is very soft and creamy yet well carbonated too . rare . the feel and the flavor combine to remind me a lot of whipped cream . nice very light but good subtle flavors handled very well . surprisingly well made .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance amber color nice head . smell licorice and a root beer smell too taste licorice and root beer flavors and minty ting mouthfeel minty and licorice drinkability good to try but was not crazy about this i just could n t take another one .,aroma,0.8,1
river horse lager pours a hazy light gold with a thin and quickly disappearing head . the aroma is sweet pilsner malt with hints of fresh baking break and herbal hops . the flavor is sweet and malty without being as cloying as i expected from the aroma . there are some herbal hops in the flavor but the bitterness is light to non existant . overall this is a pretty solid beer not too much to intimidate a bmc drinker with enough flavor to please a craft beer drinker .,aroma,0.9,1
corona takes a lot of flack here but i like this beer . my review is of a bottle of corona with lime . i wo n t drink this beer without lime i do n t like it . but . throw a lime in it and its great . its a pale yellow piss colour but hey thats what its supposed to look like right . no idea what the head looks like this is n t getting poured into any glass . all i can smell is the lime . the taste is a nice citrusy mix of beer and lime juice . maybe i should just review a lime . . . mouthfeel is kind of fizzy like soda or seltzer . drinkability . are you kidding . i would give this a if i could . even the sleek shape of the bottle suggests you can slam umpteen of these at a time .,aroma,0.6,1
aroma ha sa sort of molasses coffee raisin syrup aroma with mild sulphur smoke notes and some sugary dark fruit accents . reminds me a lot of some of the danish stouts ive had recently . the body is a flat black and the head is oofily large . three fingers thick . and bubbly but with a nice tan mocha color . mildly plastic tinged smokey sweet fore . tobacco cigarette ash and rubber throught the middle . the mouthfeel is tingly with carbonation and thin and the finish is sweetish with mild chocolate notes and more plastic rubber . tastes amateurish .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into great lakes snifter . pours finger of off white head . color is a dark burnt orange copper . decent retention with light splattered lace . aroma pine and floral hops . big hop profile . no malts showing . big citrus kick . grapefruit and orange . taste big hop resin feel to it . juicy floral hops . grapefruit citrus and orange peel . some malts show here and they really bring this dipa down . as it warms the hops develop a weedy characteristic to them . mouthfeel bitter and creamy . medium bodied with a medium amount of carbonation . ends very sweet with hop flavors . sticky as well . overall a decent brew but nothing extraordinary . i had higher expectations for this one . another weyerbacher sipper for me .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a rich full slightly hazy gold into my cantillon tumbler thanks mjr . . gigantic bright white frothy head settles quickly to a sticky incomplete cap of large bubbles which slowly disappear entirely . nose is simply stunning . soaring sour limeade with an intense barnyard element a good smack of leather and just a hint of very sweet malt . the palate is much more subdued . its mostly malt with the sour citric notes and bretty elements fading into supporting roles . no question that its sour a quick lick of the lips results in a quivering tongue but it manages to be controlled . very lightly carbonated and quite thirst quenching as a result . definitely a top flight traditional lambic .,aroma,1.0,1
a nice light color with a short head even a bit of sediment to give it a craft feel . s freaking wonderful like blueberry pie . t a bit light kind of a dissapointment after smelling it every time you put it to your lips m a bit on the carbonated side too punchy d easy going finished before you even notice .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer used to be one of my fav s untill i discovered what else was out there . but tonight i decided to try a bomber bottle of this stuff just for old times sake . it poured a straw color with minimal white head that did not last long but left a decent lace around the glass . smell was skunky but the taste has a good balance of malt sweetness and a little hop bitterness . if you can get past the smell you can drink quite a few of these suckers . it is a decent session brew but nothing close to lowenbrau as far as mass produced german beers .,aroma,0.9,1
ml stubby bottle conditioned best before served in a chimay chalice . the body is a hazy dark brown with red shining through when held to the light . the finger tan head is creamy huge and rocky . all the bubbles are tiny and the head leaves clumps of foam on the glass . the aroma is weak some malts cloves and yeast . lots of sweet malts on the palate with cloves alcohol yeast some spiciness and hints of wine . mouthfeel is smooth and it is very warming . good but the smell could be more pronounced .,aroma,0.6,1
i drank this beer on tap ata local pub . at first i thought it was bland as hell so i set it aside and let it warm a bit . then good golly . the hops come alive in a bitter and fruity melody . it has a pretty light mouthfeel and a good deal of appreciation goes out to them for making an organic brew . tasty .,aroma,0.6,1
i am always up to try beers from ommegang . like the others this one does not dissapoint . pours a clear golden with white head foams a ton at first but then mellows but does not completly dissapate . on the nose you get nice sweet malts with slight citrus hints . the palate is both light but full with bready flavors with a touch of banana and spice . it does have a lot of heat in the finish which is odd since it is only . abv . but overall it is a great american take on a traditional belgium style .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle courtesy of dave unknown vintage poured into a tulip . pours a murky caramel brown with a deep amber look when held up to light . there is a small cream colored head that maintains a small collar and a bit of bubbles strung along the top . the aroma is dominated by caramel malts and toffee sweetness . there is n t much in the way of hops left in this one maybe some faint citrus if anything . as it warms i can definitely pick up some chocolate malts and a slight sherry character overall . great nose . the taste is n t quite as solid with a less dominant sweetness than the aroma . the hops are n t present and have given way to a slight cardboard bitterness in the finish . the mouthfeel is where this one falls slightly short for me as it s a little watery on the palate . it s got a low soft carbonation and lacks the thickness necessary to carry the flavor with that low carbonation . the nose had me excited but the taste did n t quite deliver and the mouthfeel was definitely a let down . still a good barleywine that has probably just seen better days .,aroma,0.9,1
cloudy orange body with a nice one finger white head.the head last for a few also . smells of yeast and some fruitiness . some hop bitterness but its very faint.i guess cause the beer expired last month . mouthful is a bit thin and easy to take . i think this one may be bad and its not what its supposed to be.i may have to have this again when its a fresh bottle,aroma,0.8,1
it says to drink straight from the bottle so its hard to judge the appearance or the aroma . taste is similar to guinness but seems a bit more bland . smooth and creamy in the mouth . in fact the mouth feel is the highlight of this brew . i dont enjoy drinking a stout from a bottle and i dont care for all the noise the rocket widget makes either .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a darkish golden color with lots of creamy chunky white head that sticks around for a while . i really ca n t smell anything on this beer . the taste is very sweet from the alcohol and a little from pale lager malt . there s a bunch of hoppy bitterness there as well some sort of noble hops i believe . the bitterness lingers in the aftertaste . the mouthfeel is thick and fairly creamy not bad at all . overall it s fairly drinkable but it s not really my kind of beer .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a snifter . golden to orange opaque with a finger of head . the aroma is amazing . smell it a mile away rough citrus honey upfront biting bitter that is unrelenting throughout . the smell led to to think that there would be a substantial malt balance . nope . still it is a good tasting if blunt ipa . fairly crisp with a smoothness to it . moderate carbonation and medium bodied . i really like the aroma . the rest of it was solid ipa .,aroma,0.9,1
picked this up in a swing top pint from cooper s corner in florence ma . i liked the ten penny ale via growler so i thought i would try the reserve . a poured thick and pretty with a one finger head . copper color with amber on the edge . s big caramel up front and butterscotch like werther s original candy . i also get some fruit like black cherry . t more butterscotch and malty sweetness . a slight trace of alcohol as well but less than the would indicate . the smell made me think the flavor would be bigger but i m left wanting more . m only major weakness of the beer . rather lifeless on the palate but the carbonation is nice . d drinkable but not necessarily a good thing considering the price . i m not disappointed but i wo n t be shelling out for it again anytime soon .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance very small head . little carboration . head disappeared within seconds . no lacing . pale yellow blond color smell musty corn . light hops smell taste grainy richness . flavor blooms in your mouth though it s not too complex . aftertaste is hard to figure out mouthfeel sparkly . like mineral water . after minutes when the head and carbonation has completely dissipated and it will dos equis has all the textural complexity of tap water drinkability if at a mexican soccer match your only choices are bottled water and dos equis and you want beer go for it . other than that look for a choice north of the border .,aroma,0.6,1
bought at mesa liquor a cloudy amber with ruby tinges . smallish head that recedes quickly . s really pleasant smell . some tropical fruits lychee and a musty earthy tea smell . interesting combination . t starts with a touch of floral hops and tropical fruit sweetness . and then it goes downhill . the tea flavor is completely overpowering and dank . as the beer warmed i could n t taste anything but the tea and had to dump it . my biggest problem with this beer was that it labeled itself an ipa but had no real ipa elements . there was the slightest hint of hops in the taste and that was about it . not a fan .,aroma,0.7,1
a copper coloured beer with a white head that left a little bit of lacing and stuff on the sides . this beer has a jacked up smell of gym locker and corn syrup . really pretty horrible . sweet like brandy with sugar and man this just tastes bad . a sweet and weird and hard to drink . ca n t drink enough to get to the real feel but noticed enough carbonation to find it average . this is an experiment that phailed .,aroma,0.2,0
i saw this on the counter at my local beer store and just figured i would try it . i guess this bottle was the batch a this beer poured black as could be looks like used motor oil had no head at all the bottling was a sweet blue glass and a cork . i was impressed . s very strong smell this is where my being impressed stopped on the positive side dark fruits heavy alcohol with chocolate and wood unfortunately those smells somehow after a couple whiffs do somehow make up that soy sauce smell . i really did n t like the smell much at all . my wife asked me what the hell i was drinking from the other side of the room after about seconds when the smell got over there t lots of fruits not much alcohol up front i liked this beer for the first couple tastes its a lot more boozy in the smell than the taste but aftertaste is solid maple syrup and finishes with the boozy burn m very thick and smooth pleasing to the tongue no carbonation really at all decent mouth feel . d this should be served by the shot drink ability the tag said to share it with a few friends that is good advice . drinking this entire bottle just about made me sick . this was definitely more like a liquor than a beer . i did n t enjoy it much either i had a bad bottle or some of the people who rated it higher have some strange taste buds.or only took a couple sips . never had a year old bottle of beer before so i have nothing to compare it to . i was told something interesting by someone at my beer store that although it sounds crazy that this stuff tastes great as a syrup on vanilla ice cream . i think it would taste better with a shot poured over ice cream than as a beer . im not wasting another .,aroma,0.3,0
poured this oz . green bottle into a pilsner glass . no date . body was a clear light golden color . the small white head was brief . smell what smell . really i could detect only the faintest grain aroma with a deep inhale . taste was crisp and dry . pils hops . and some corn sweetness . you ve tasted this before . mouthfeel was zesty with a lingering oiliness . not one i will seek again .,aroma,0.2,0
compared to my last review of swallow wit on tap i do n t think the bottled version holds up to a fresh pint . i still enjoy and recommend it . i just could n t find some of the same flavors . the aroma is more dull but the flavor has a nice mix of sweet wheat grains bready with creamy ringwood and spice . the ringwood sort of acts like a nice layer of frosting on the palate . yummy . give it a try just do n t expect a traditional wit .,aroma,0.6,1
growing up in pa i think i have drank more of this brew than any other beer . especially in the last year of college and the year or so after . pitchers of lager were flowin every weekend . now my beer tastes have changed a little methinks . the beer is cold and i am drinking in a pint glass . brew pours a clear gold orange color with a small white surface layer of head foaming up this fades to an edge layer quickly but never disappears completely . aroma is husky corn some sour hops and a bit of skunk i think . not the most appealing scent ever . first sip reveals average carbonation and average body maybe even a little lite . flavor is clean and crisp with some grainy malt providing a bit of caramel sweetness as well . the beer is amazingly easy to drink and goes down very smooth . not very interesting but certainly nice on a hot day or when just drinkin brews while watchin football . definitely better than big lagers .,aroma,0.4,0
i could say some nice things about the color and the head but what difference does it make what it looks like when you re pouring it down the drain . this was by far the worst beer i ve ever tasted . if this bottle was n t infected and was supposed to taste like that i m downright confused .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance dark brown almost opaque . tall head . smell sweet malt vanilla . taste sweet malt . roasted coffee . fresh vanilla with hints of chocolate . tasted almost like a vanilla porter . i felt like i was eating a chocolate cake with vanilla icing while drinking a cup of black coffee mouthfeel creamy with smooth finish . drinkability this is not something i would drink with a meal but its a great dessert beer or something for a cold winters night . all the flavors are perfectly balanced . this is a filling beer but very nice .,aroma,1.0,1
stopped by a co worker s during the first half of the super bowl . this was the only selection . for the hell of it i poured it into a glass and started to review it during the especially boring beginning of the game . pours clear neon yellow with very little carbonation . a hard pour produced a thin small bubbled head that disappeared quickly . no lacing . the only aroma was a faint one of grains . only slightly more flavorful than ultra . no hops none do n t even think of saying there are any tasty hops . some very light and especially muted grains corn and malt flavoring very light . mouthfeel was non existent . very undrinkable . i would possibly consider using this to water my tomatoes .,aroma,0.2,0
a deep gold color s amazing citrus grapefruit bubblegum aromas t bitter hops grapefruit like with fruity undertones . still surprisingly drinkable for such a strong beer . m dry to the finish o i was impressed that brewers were able to capture strong complexity for such a bitter hoppy brew . overall i felt that the bitterness was way overpowering leaving my mouth dried out . i could only handle bottles before this characteristic became overwhelming .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a snifter on vintage i was n t far into the pour when i realized a more aggressive approach was needed if this beer was to have any tangible head . i kept the scorched dark brown beer at a slow drizzle from a high vantage point . some patchy bubbles were manifest but quickly retreated to the inside of the rim . swirling works up an ephemeral skim lots of small lace spots some of which actually hold . half way in sediment is visible on the bottom . i ll admit taking a whiff after popping the cap the aroma is such that i could n t but enjoy the bourbon . once in the glass the magnitude of the aroma becomes undeniable . the charred oak is most notable followed by bourbon heat vanilla overtones . the base stout is equally impressive with a showing of semi sweet chocolate cocoa powder molasses hints of coffee dregs subtle notions of caramel . it s hard telling where the charred ends the roasted begins . upon taking a sip my lone gripe is that oxidation is apparent upfront . thankfully the other flavors are so strong as to mask said oxidation . solid undercurrents of chocolate molasses near burnt sugars . indeed these roasted malts offer a sweetened platform from which the barrel launches its attack . charred almost ashy notes of oak are paired with just shy of scathing bourbon character . this is a hot beer even after several years . the vanilla is n t as distinct compared to the aroma . the feel is just as formidable . there s an inherent slickness that belies just how full bodied this is . unleashed by low carbonation underscored by a slow moving grittiness this truly is a heavy beer . there s no attempt to quell the alcohol heat it s warm if not outright numbing . whiskey charred oak near burnt malts linger long after the finish . i had no idea what i was getting into when i picked this bottle . i d heard the vintage is still boozy i reckon an extra year has n t done much in terms of mellowing . i certainly recommend giving this a shot especially if bourbon barrel imperial stouts are your bag if that s the case though you likely already know . this is a sipper if ever there was one .,aroma,1.0,1
best by jan th this bottle should be pretty fresh . pours nicely into the pint glass perfect size head but the bubbles are a little lumpy . orange color is nice but hints of yellow detract . nice head retention although at the end the head formed into chunks on the top . i do n t think it s mold but that s very weird . smells of cloves spices in a somewhat belgian way and pumpkin along with sweet malts . i wonder if they used the same yeast as in normal bm . this smells delicious close to pumpkin pie . some good some bad on the taste . cloves and some pumpkin flavor dominate which is how the pumpkin ale should be . i m not sure this is a pumpkin ale more like a pumpkin amber lager . too heavy on the spice and the sweetness but i m glad they are n t afraid to go all out . very little bit of hops on the finish this tastes almost like an all malt lager . a little bit of artificial chemical taste brings it down . mouthfeel is watery and overcarbonated yucky finish . i could n t drink many more of these . because it s pretty over the top the sweetness and spicing gets a little sickening by the end . nice as a single though to get you in the halloween mood .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a nice orangey amber with a foamy and thick white head . aroma is thick and sweet . pine and grapefruit are thick like a nose full of fresh picked hops . taste is heavy and sweet starting with a slightly sweet honey like taste followed by a strong bitterness of hop oils and citric flavors . it s a huge beer but it does n t overwhelm or get to cloying . it also manages to hide the alcohol pretty well in the taste although it will come back to get you eventually . a very good dipa but a bit too pricey for me .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle . it s been a while since i ve visited this beer let s see how it holds up a year later . pours the usual thick deep dark red that looks suspiciously black till you hold it to the light . finger head reduces to a thin cap but trails lots of lacing as i drink this one . smell is roasted grain coffee caramelized sugar . taste is better than i remember very well balanced and smooth thanks oats . a wonderful roasted malt flavor upfront and some mild hop bitterness but ultra smooth going down . a mild mix of cocoa coffee and carbon with just a hint of sweetness mostly coming in late . mouthfeel is creamy and perfectly bodied for easy drinking . carbonation is slightly tingly but still does well for itself . the aftertaste is bittersweet and mild . and good . i do n t know if this beer has improved or my tastes have but this is one fine example of an easy drinking oatmeal porter . creamy smooth well balanced and tasty with a terrific aftertaste this is a heckuva beer and praises to highland for making it so .,aroma,0.6,1
finally got my hands on this after a trip to sc . this brew pours dark amber and slightly cloudy . smelly is of hops and malt and the taste matches the head lingered forever it seemed . this is a hoppy brew that is backed with an excellent malt balance . an excellent ale that has me ready to drive back to sc to get another .,aroma,0.7,1
a very blonde in color . little to no head and not really any lacing . s smells very much like adjuncts to me . t the taste is wow sweet . very much like honey hence the name . a sweet malt profile makes it sweeter . not really any hop presence to speak of . m little thicker probably from the honey overall pretty light . o this one is just weird to me because it tastes alot better than it looks and smells . probably an easier one to take home a growler of and to eat with their pretty good pizza .,aroma,0.4,0
hmmm . . yet another bottle . purchased for discount at blue max . capped and corked cork looked fine top of cap had starting hints of rust . pulled cork barely a pop . amber orange liquid poured without a hint of bubbles . okay there were some tiny bits of carbonation but not much . super thin fishing line lacing . smell was pretty sweet with some tart sourness . not lambic sour but some hints at . was hoping at this point surely the best point of this beer was the aroma . taste was a semi sweet flabby beer . i love a sourish complex farmhouse ale but this it was n t . pretty one dimensional . some beginnings of acedic acid . mouthfeel was medium but lack of carbonation was a severe hit . drinking . boring . finished the but was n t worth another . acetic acid was distracting . obviously this is a beer that could have been decent about years ago but as an aged version from it was a failure . the lack of carbonation is astonishing . the cork seemed in decent shape and the cap was tight yet almost no carbonation perhaps under carbonated from the get go . has anyone ever reviewed a fresh bottle or were they ever available fresh . makes you wonder if they are simply trying to pawn off old product or if they though this would turn out well . i do really like their other products e.g . la rousse so this one was a let down .,aroma,0.7,1
slightly hazed mahogany appearance . thing beige head . lacing is substantial . fragrant aroma but not nearly as much hop presence on the nose as i d expect from a big dipa . flavor is very solid . all fuggles is interesting but it works better than i thought it would . very well balanced dipa . solid malt base and solid hop flavor . pretty rich malt feel to it for a dipa . bitterness is really subdued for the style . this has shades of barleywine written all over it with plum and dark cherries complimenting . alcohol is really incorporated nicely . not harsh at all . quite drinkable for the style .,aroma,0.6,1
a single bottle tried the other day with friends . tastes like something you might chum the water with to catch a muskie . smells like wet fur and shad enzymes . expected a fish eyeball to glob out of the bottle neck . best part of drinking this beer was when we called the brewery to ask the abv whether it was made with muskie and why it sucked so much . if their beers are better on draft why not just offer them on draft . this is total crap in a bottle .,aroma,0.2,0
i was n t impressed with this beer even though i m a fan of fuller s esb and london pride . the color is the best part of this beer it s rich deep caramel . very inviting . but the nose is too too grainy . when i first nosed this beer the thing that came to mind was dog kibble and not in a good way . flavorwise the mix of brown ale and bitter ale flavors in the fuller s just do n t work for me . the grainy flavor carrying over from the nose ruins the bitter hop flavor and the hop flavor does n t work with the grain . either way i look at this it seems an unwise mix of flavors . not recommended .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours pretty much jet black . a small tan head forms with little retention . light lace is left behind . s chocolate toffee a bit of coffee and roastyness . doughy biscuit and bread . almost smells like chocolate brownies . this is mouthwatering and powerful . t follows the nose . tons of chocolate and brownie flavors . though it is not as powerful as the nose imo . m d a full body that is low on the carbonation end . velvety smooth and decadently rich . considering the high alcohol content this is incredibly smooth and easy to drink . this is a great beer . perfect for desert or an after dinner drink . just incredibly decadently rich . highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bomber into a pint glass the beer is super foamy . pours a bright crystal clear pinkish toned copper coloring with an off white head that is big bubbled and lightly packed and finally settles into about half an inch . slightly sweet and sour caramel malt smells on the nose . the taste has the same caramel characteristics but also a smokey tone that blends well with the sweet flavors . very malty but not overly sweet . the beer is dry and crisp and the aftertaste again has that slight smoked quality to it . very interesting . the finish lingers a bit with the caramel flavors . nothing really outstanding about this one but nothing overly disappointing either .,aroma,0.4,0
nice lace to this . creamy . to say the least i so dug this beer . i could keep drinking it all through the year . very much a malty taste to it . has little spice but more malt then anything else . has a tatse of tea to it but still very bread like . i like the feel to this ock fest and i recomedn it .,aroma,0.9,1
a crystal clear with a straw flax coloring . moderate carbonation which does n t lead to a very big head . s wheat citrus some grass . reminds me a little bit of some freshly baled hay sweet . t very crisp assertive hop notes that slide easily into citrus . m somewhat astringent light and refreshing o a delightful summer ale and competently done . it s not something that inspires reams of prose but it s a tasty beer for a hot summer evening .,aroma,0.6,1
this bottle was purchased as a gift pack with two other ommegang beers . poured into an ommegang glass . poured good and slow as to not disturb too much yeast . good head but kind of weak looking . hazy brew looks like a wheat . tastes decent but the booze follows a bit too much with a kind of solvent burn . feels okay it s smooth but tickles the tongue too decent carb . i probably would n t purchase this again in the future but something tells me that as my palate refines i will appreciate it more in a few years . this may be a revisit down the road and worthy of a re review .,aroma,0.8,1
the sample is the cask version served at papago brewery and as i sample more cask conditioned ales the more i wish were available . the pour is a limpid amber color the head is portly in size frothy in texture tan in color and as it evanesces the lace forms a fine covering sheet upon the glass . ah the smell of the hop flowers dominates this magnificent nose that is also sweetly malt fresh and clean the quintessential dry hopped aromas all present sweet malt start the top moderate in feel . finish is delicately acidic boom the hops slap your palate and cling till the very dry and lovely finish just plain yummy .,aroma,1.0,1
hmm . i m not entirely on board with this one . nice dark brown color with tawny highlights . smell is relatively nonexistent a bit of sweetness but thats about it . maybe something roasted . taste is decent a bit of chocolate a bit of roasted malt lingering roastiness . medium body coating . drinkable i guess . something seems out of order in this one .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage . pulled from the cellar in celebration with much anticipation . many thanks to maximum for this one . .geez seems as if that trade was a hundred years ago.but man was it a great one . . cheers my friend . . . pours a cloudy dark iced tea color with translucent edges and a ruby hue against a white light . visible effervescence sustains a shallow off eggshell collar briefly while a nice amount of spotty belgian lacing adorns the glass . the smell is aggressive and with high standard quite classic . a vanilla character from the oak treatment adds nicely to the vibrant sweet malty caramel butterscotch toffee brown sugar molasses notes . really nice . . the flavor is very pronounced . and sweet . the full bodied texture vividly supports the overall experience . the initial mouth feel was exceptionally well carbonated.especially for a beverage of this style . full bodied without being syrupy the texture really adds a ton of value to this one . the flavor is quite nice as it reflects the nose yet has a surprisingly black licorice thing going on especially in the really enjoyable aftertaste . i really enjoyed considering this one . . . again.many thanks to my long lost minnesota connection . .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle a copper orange . decent lacing of foam s grains and floral notes t sweet malts . hops with bitter spicy and citric flavors . tobacco present . clean finish m carbonation and smooth lighter body . d a little heavier than your average ipa . easier to savor though . goes down easy . notes in comparison to sn torpedo this is heavier and maltier but less hops .,aroma,0.6,1
now that this brewer is bottling in brown bottles i feel more confident buying their brews . pours a reddish dark copper with a creamy tan head that melts to sticky tan lacing . aromas are slightly amber malt chocolate and coffee . taste is the amber malt with coffee and chocolate not in your face . just subtly there and a nice hop bitterness on the end . mouthfeel is creamy and pleasant with a toasted malt and hop aftertaste . best english brown i ve had . ever .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a pale amber with a quickly disappearing tight white head . drinks thinner than i thought for a . pleasing bitterness giving way to sweet caramel ending in long astringent finish . i know we re dealing with different beasts here but this isnt half the beer it was when brewed by gibbs mew . wont bother to drink this again in a hurry .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a ml bottle into my chimay goblet . short pour so not much head but what there was faded instantly and no lacing . cloudy golden color with persistent bubbles . first smell off the nose is a massive whiff of mint . a hint of perhaps belgian ish yeast . some lemon rind . on the mouth weird . very thinly flavored . tart as hell but not full on like a sour . herbacious to the max . citrus and something pleasantly medicinal . pretty thin bubbly mouthfeel . i dunno . this is my first gruit . i do n t know what to say .,aroma,0.9,1
i hate to review a beer with such a poor grade . i bought it not knowing how bad it would be and is my first venture into the pumpkin style . definitely not my last i ca n t leave it on a bad note . this beer poured like a bud light out of the bottle no head retention nothing of the usual beauty i expect from pouring a beer . it simply sat in my glass immediately after the pour without out even attempting to try and seduce me to drink it . the smell is faint spices notably cinnamon . the taste was mostly of carbonation . too much to taste really anything as the bubbles assaulted my tongue until the finish is remotely pumpkin mostly spice . i hate to talk bad about what someone else had made with such a passion i hope assume but this beer really let me down . i liked the label though.,aroma,0.6,1
consumed along side the reviewer below me . thanks to kramer for sharing . poured from a ml bottle into a tasting glass . the brew appears a clear yellow with a solid finger s worth i white head . the cap is comprised of large bubbles an a light swirl easily agitates more bubbles from solution back to the surface . the smell of this brew is grassy with some minor inclusion of earth and peppery notes . a faint note of funky cheese blends with some vinous aspect of white grape skins . as it warms it goes to a light citrus zest aspect and then back to grassy and dry . the taste mimics the aroma fairly well with earth and funk along side some citrus zest tartness . unlike the aroma there is a fairly solid inclusion of sulfur that is present and breaks things up a bit . across the back this brew has a greenness about it that blends into mild vinous aspects . this is a light bodied brew with an excessive amount of carbonation . it is very lively and bubbly in the feel . the alcohol is seemingly nonexistent . fairly decent across the board but on a day like this it paled in comparison to some of the other geuze offerings sampled .,aroma,0.9,1
bomber from one of the many groceries in kalispell who would n t let me buy single bottles from six packs you know who you are . this beer pours a clear medium golden copper hue with two fingers of foamy chunky off white head which dissipates slowly leaving a thick patchwork of webbed lace around the glass . it smells of mild biscuit grain light piney hops a bit woody and some funky floral hops . the taste is bready caramel malt and bitter but even piney hops the woodiness taking the edge off quite nicely . the carbonation is moderate the body medium weight smooth and it finishes on a pleasant crisp drying note . a very interesting ipa seemingly big bitter hops up front which are deftly diminished towards the finish insomuch as you forget the expected palate assault and just exult in the easy drinking joy that is this beer . would be grand with food too bad the pizza is at least an hour out .,aroma,0.6,1
source serving oz . can no expiration date . smell ripe fruits like cherries and figs and little yeasty sour cidery and vanilla . taste like a black forest cake . initially sour but then becomes quite sweet with some cherry and ripe fruits along with brow sugar but then this is partially balanced out by bitterness . however a third very interesting wave of dark chocolate dries the palette up nicely . medium body . finish lingers for a very long time and is really delicious chocolate bitter and cherry . unfortunately however as the beer warms it loses much of the interesting character except for the sweetness and becomes quite cloying . however its quite tasty cold .,aroma,0.8,1
pours dark black with a finger dark tan head that left some spotted lacing smells of strong milk chocolate little vanilla and a tiny bit of fruit taste first thing that hits my buds is a tangy fruit malt some honey then on the back end is the chocolate and dark roasted malts mouthfeel is a medium body beer with good carbonation drinkability is great a very easy drinking impy stout with big flavors and a lighter body i would like to see this brewed once a year,aroma,1.0,1
pours caramel with fingers of cream colored head . good head retention above average lacing s resiny pine breadyness honey malt a little grapefruit as this warms t piney hops big time woody hop bitterness bordering on astringent up front plus some toffee notes hiding on the edges . cakeyness caramel picks up when warm starts pushing back there is some predominating oaky dryness that is not working for me . finishes dry astringent with a touch of caramel mf semi chewy with low carbonation poor balance drinks okay but this is a sub par dipa in my book .,aroma,0.8,1
pours black to cola brown some sediment at the bottom of the bottle a quick covering of caramel colored head quickly fades away . aroma is nice roasty and slightly nutty coffee mixing with a caramel and chocolate sweetness hints of maple syrup . taste is overwhelmed by a twangy acidity with brief moments that show some cola sweetness and a smoky roastiness . mouthfeel is medium very low carbonation leaves a somewhat slick feeling hint of dryness in the finish . a good breakfast stout the aroma was fantastic but the taste was not as complex . the twanginess was masking most flavor it was n t offensive in itself just overpowering . i tried a few bites of haagen dazs bailey s irish creme ice cream with it and found the combo to be perfect may do this with my other bottles .,aroma,0.9,1
got this one in multiple trades with masterski thetomg and jojomdma . thanks a lot for these guys . from a bomber into a snifter . vintage appearance a thicker black pour produces a one finger medium looking tan head with good retention . jet black body with lots of carbonation evident . surprising amount of bubbles really quite a bit for the style . head slowly fades to a wisp and ring . a swirly wisp remains until the end but only a few dots of lacing slide down the glass . good pour but average the rest of the way through . smell wow this is awesome . huge bold aggressive nose with lots of bourbon and vanilla notes . very present barrel . some roasted malts and sweet milk chocolate accompany the barrel but the bourbon and vanilla certainly take the forefront . some molasses and a bit of port wine in there act to restrain the barrel from aromas from completely taking over . great ba nose . taste lots of bourbon up front with some roasted malts as well . bold flavors and a very present barrel as well . vanilla flavors and some sweet milk chocolate and molasses at the swallow . bold and lingering aftertaste of bourbon vanilla and milk chocolate . lots of barrel here but it s well measured and the base beer can still throw its weight . roasted malts molasses and the milk chocolate sweetness still play a role behind the barrel flavors . nice stuff . palate medium full body and soft medium carbonation . very creamy smooth on the palate velvety goes down smooth and finishes slightly sticky on the palate . a touch of heat after the swallow . very solid ba imperial stout palate . overall a top notch ba imperial stout . the barrel was very present but still did n t dominate and overpower the base beer . it certainly played a leading role but it played the role very well . very drinkable and very enjoyable . i constantly had goose islands bcbs in my mind while drinking it and i can safely say i enjoyed this one more . it would be great to line them up head to head at some point . would love to drink this again . thanks again for the trades gents .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz . growler received from the excellent trader kiefdog . thanks kevin . this was n t the prettiest of beers right off . pours a more ruby brown with about a half inch of tan head on top . retention was zilch and there was no lacing whatsoever . that is definitely an expendable weakness though because this beer was stellar on all other counts . this smelled like freshly ground coffee chocolate muffins brownies and finished with a roasted woodsy character . wow . i want to dip my whole face in this beer . the mouthfeel is creamy and smooth with just enough of a carbonation kick to let you know she s fresh . moderate amount of bubbles rising through . as i sip my mouth is filled with everything i like about a good morning meal . huge coffee presence that warms and soothes . following this is a mild breadiness that finishes sweet and satisfying . there s definite bitterness in here that is pleasant but the sweetness and the coffee are kings . this is an excellent brown . i realize that it is limited in its release but get some if you can .,aroma,1.0,1
had on tap at monks kettle in sf ca . got a pint in a moonlight brewing pint glass the beer was a very nice hazy golden color with a great very white strong head that slowly bubbled down . the smell was of hay and malts pretty decent .the taste was of a farm house style beer that had been brewed with cigarette ash and dirt.i was very surprised because i payed . dollars for a pint of this . the mouth feel was very dry tho there was a haunting after taste of the beer . the drinkability was great the beer went down super smooth some thing you could easily pound.if it werent for the weird off taste i would have loved this beer it looks great and you can pound it no problem but the taste was just too much of an issue for me to look past .,aroma,0.7,1
a great head decent lacing . cloudy orange color . s fairly dissapointing . for having lots of fuggles and goldings i was expecting a good hop smell . funnily it was more yeasty bready along with some more plain malt notes . t better in the taste especially as it warms . definite alcohol presence . decent hop presence for an english beer although in no way overpowering . smell improves after drinking and warming also m a little zippy with the carbonation but still well bodied . d drinking a whole bottle on my own and although i would love to sgare i am liking the fact i have more .,aroma,0.6,1
pours black with a finger tan head . reduces very quickly to nothing . lacing is minimal too . such a teaser the nose complex and swirling with sweet notes of cocoa powder toffee freshly ground coffee raisin prune brown sugar peach and apricot . it really keeps you unprepared for the trainwreck that is the palate . hops are minimal almost nonexistent . even the sourness is hidden on the nose . now the palate . i guess with most of the last few lof brews being such winners it was only a matter of time before they unleashed a bottle of vomit . the brew is medium bodied seems way to light to be called a stout sour black ale maybe . with a low carbonation a mild and poorly integrated sourness and a bigtime cloying sweetness upfront the unfortunate result of the beer s sweet chocolate flavors clashing head on with the brown sugary fruitiness . the drier finish could have been a saving grace had it not been paired with a really gross sour character think acid reflux and a weird peach pit like bitterness . makes my stomach lurch just typing out my notes here . anyways . like i said the nose is nice but it really ends there . this beer is just all sorts of confused seems too light to be called a stout the sourness does n t fit at all plus it tastes like puke . i like lof because they re weird yet solid and very approachable . i think this one became way too sweet in its approachability . just give me another bottle of the kick please .,aroma,0.8,1
took the taste test.at . per sample . well spent . well everyplace has a not so good beer . well not so good to me . wheats are not my fave beer styles summer beers are not my usual cup o beer . this wheat did nothing but seem revolting to me . it looked okay and smelled okay but first second and third tastes did not change . i went back to it and sipped it again twice and tasted the same thing . maybe it was a bad batch or the end of the keg but wow this was not very good . the only way i can relate how this beer tasted.it was kind of like when you get a stain in your shirt do n t have water so you suck your shirt a bit . it had a detergent taste that i could not finish . there were other much better beers to sample and sample i did .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into a snifter glass . bottled on dec. a has a wonderful cascading action . pours super thick pitch as night black that produced a rather large and bubbly finger head that very slowly dissipated down to a finger superb retention . its leaving bits behind as it dissipates . s lots of roasted malts amidst mountains of dusty cocoa and raisins . not much else in the aroma its rather closed . t the months of age on this really smoothed this out . plenty of roasted malts with layered cocoa toffee coffee and caramel notes with raisins and molasses . the way this is layered is really incredible you dont get each nuance at once in comes in waves . m silky smooth despite its level of roasted malts . lightly sweet with a superb balance and carbonation level . excellent alcohol integration though still present in a warming sensation . d at first i was concerned buying this with months of age on it but i was quickly relieved once i took my first sip . a superb stout that has aged superbly . really smooth with all of the right nuances and flavors . i am curious how it would have continued to age even further . . . .,aroma,0.7,1
app . beautiful copper with a chunky tan head smell . a wonderfully balanced aroma . fruitiness comes from both the malt and the hops which combine to a caramel apple smell . underneath is the earthiness of the dark malt and the htastops bot which give a spicy bitter note . taste . here the brew is lacking . the flavor has a slight sweet character up front but is dominated by the roasted malt and hop bitterness . a hint a herbal flavor sneaks out but is truly lost in the bitterness . good medium body with great carbonation .,aroma,0.8,1
thought i would try this beer being i ve never had a apricot one before and i liked the other st ambroise that i ve had . when looking at the beer it s a dark golden color that has a white head in which quickly depreciates leaves a ring the smell is the most obvious easy to describe as you get a strong initial smell of apricot s when opening the bottle . when tasting the beer you get a strong initial taste of apricot that lingers for a little bit but does n t last . sort of sharp at first the mouthfeel is n t bad can really feel it when getting the initial taste overall not a bad drink though something i could drink all night . greatly recommended if a big fan of apricots . i would buy it again .,aroma,0.9,1
this a pretty interesting beer . i ve had a few barelywines before but i do n t really have the breadth of experience for comparison . i m sure a barelywine aficianado would have a very different take on this one . it poured as a cloudy deep orange brown with almost no head . the aroma on this beer was exceptional . cinnamon and plum came across strongly along with hints of ethanol and orange rind . the taste was a bit of a shock it was just as strong and complex as the aroma but did n t seem to match the expectations i had after the first whiff . its very sweet and maple flavors came across clearly . the ethanol flavor was so strong that it might as well have had a shot a vodka in it . it had a nice bitter finish but i struggled for awhile to get a handle on the sweet fruit flavors that seemed to stay with the beer for the duration . i was thinking cherry with a few orange notes it seemed very familiar and then i finally put my finger on what it was reminding me of cough syrup . this may have had as much to do with the beer s sticky viscous texture as the actual flavors present but the combination led me to think of robotussin . while this one is n t exactly my cup of tea i could n t handle more than about one bottle anyway i enjoyed it . its a pretty uniqure beer in my experience that s probably worth a try .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle recieved in trade from jeff big thanks reviewed from notes . a pretty see through for a stout . the head lasts a good while which i like . s tons of chocolate alot of caramel and oatmeal . smells pretty tasty . t caramal hits me strong as well as the malts and oatmeal thats used . d this beer is a good beer but as for a stout it is a little light for my taste . i would like to try another one of these to see if i still feel the same way,aroma,0.9,1
beautiful golden with slight chill haze clinging thin white foamy head . strawlike yeasty character with definate mild herbal hop and sweet malt aroma in the nose . buttery with thick malt and a mildly grassy strong citrusy hop bitterness throughout . very clean strawlike yeasty taste . very one sided no true blending or complexity . thick mouthfeel for a golden ale . not very impressive in my opinion .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance poured from a nitro can is a dull yellow amber . creamy frothy head at first and last throughout . aroma metallic bitter hops . not much here at all . . taste slight hops taste . the metallic taste overcomes any flavorful additive that may exist. mouthfeel quite creamy the best trait here and maybe the most redeeming quality that may persuad me to choose this if there are no other choices . . overall not impressed . but then again . .i m a spoiled american craft beer drinker .,aroma,0.4,0
the colour is somewhere between gold and brass . the medium sized foam dissolves to a thin white lid after a short while . the liquid is clear . the smell is very mild with some weak notes of fresh hops . there are lots and lots of small bubbles the carbon dioxide is petty strong . the taste is generally mild . the first taste of dry malt is soon replaced by a body with hints of bread with treacle typical for pale ale . the aftertaste is quite mild with strains of fruits and maybe a hint of juniper wood . i used to drink lots of this beer some ten years ago and enjoyed it back then but when i return to it now i find myself quite unimpressed the taste is to be honest quite . faint . the idea of blending a lager with an ale can be a good one but in this case the blend lacks the character of both the ingredients . the beers included in the blend is most likely spendrups original and maclays scottish ale witch was brewed on license by spendrups in the mid nineties .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz bottle bottled on date of poured into my duvel tulip . orval pours somewhere betwwen a murky gold and a hazy orange depending on the lighting and the amount left in the glass . one of the best heads i ve ever seen on a beer rises up fingers of a frothy rocky white crown . crazy head retention and the side of the glass i m not drinking from has gobs of lacing on it . possibly the easiest five i ve awarded . i guess this bottle is old enough for the brett to really begin asserting itself this orval smells like brett funk . lots of musty leather and horse blanket . it s good but it leaves the nose to be fairly one dimensional . the flavor is a bit more diverse and really works well . there s a brief flash of pale apple sweetness before the realization of how bone dry the beer is and the brett crashes the party . that distinct funkiness occupies the middle of orval and makes up a good chunk of the flavor . right at the end though a brisk shot of bitterness serves as an entrance cue for a subtle lemongrass finish . all in all orval comes together spectacularly and i much prefer this to my other experience with orval which was a younger less brett y and in my opinion less interesting beer . as one might expect for a beer so dry on the palate the lack or residual sugars result in a very light but not watery beer . orval is highly carbonated to give the beer a certain sharpness to it but does n t cross the line into fizzy a nice balancing act by the brewers . orval is just a solid beer all around and drinks like it s a . brew rather than nearly a one . my first bottle of orval put me off a little bit but this one has redeemed it and more a fantastic beer .,aroma,0.7,1
little aroma . watery.little head . more of a brown ale.easy drinking.some sweetness on aftertaste.below average to average stout.give this one to people who are afraid of big bad dark stouts . does n t taste very dark or much like a stout . to be fair this one followed the bell s oatmeal stout in my tasting and did n t come close to measuring up in character or taste.,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a ml bottle into a stein . look deep brown with a stupid huge head the head poured so huge the first time that i could see no beer and had to dump it out to start over . when i finally got a decent pour the head still would n t stop . smell very well balanced . citrus notes with a very nice malt background . i also notice a nice floral character up front . taste more malts than hops . not exactly what i expect from an ipa but certainly not a bad taste . mouth too much carbonation maybe that s what makes the head so terrible . nice medium body though . drinkability if i did n t have to mess with a inch head it would be much more drinkable . the price is right the taste is good but . once again i ll bring it back to the fact that i had to pour out the first glass due to the stupid crazy head .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a light amber with a thin white head with virtually no retention . the smell was very faint hints of breads and malts . great taste earthy bready and lightly hoppy . watery in the mouth not very full but a great carbonation level and a pleasant after taste . very drinkable wish i had bought a few more .,aroma,0.6,1
here we go acan . a finger plus of off white head with decent retention . col.or was a lemony sunshine yellow with ne quality clarity . if nothing else it looked like sunshine summer in a glass . nose had a solid lager sweetness none of that adjunct b. s. mouthfeel was full with a lot of carbonation scrubbing away all of the b. s. on my tongue as i swirled it around . taste was light but clean . again this was more like a real lager than their own lager . it had a refreshingly mild sweetness along with a palatable flavor . i think that i was poisoned as a kid when when i heard adults sneer about it as coal country beer while swigging rolling rock . what was that . steel country beer woulda been arn ya jagovs . how would yinz have characterized rolling rock back inna day . coal shmoal it is a decent lager . hey take this to the beach in place of tenfidy and you ll only be thanking me . i still want to have lord chet in a can before i make my final pronouncement from on high in candom come . finish was lager sweet but sans adjunct flavors . a nice simple german style lager from pa . i am starting to doubt my own prejudices .,aroma,0.6,1
just had on tap for lunch . this brew could almost be an ipa . but it s not and is very good . amber slight mucky brown color . very light off white head . . quickly down to a little bit of spotting . mild lacing overall compared to their lace monster of an ipa . smell is almost absent . very light sweet brown sugar very light malt . all which traps a huge piney hop bitterness . that just ca n t really be smelled . fantastic light sweet malts . . a true winner of an amber . slight brown sugars caramel malts . fresh bitter hops . slight pine herbal . . overall a well hopped amber that is just smooth as can be . light bodied . only very slightly oily and sticky . overall great carbonation. huge drinkability . this is one of those types of pints that fresh you can just tip back . and forget about it . its a fantastic amber on tap . and a new regular for me when i go there .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle . rich golden amber in color in a large tulip glass it forms a respectable creamy white pillowed head of large bubbles . lots of sweet citrus bread in the nose . flavor is all hops to the point that this could easily be marketed as a double its very bitter even a bit sour . leaves a slightly metallic taste in the back . finishes cleaner than you might think but still with that lingering sour metal taste . not un enjoyable but there are certainly better ipas out there . i hate to say it but i shold have goten this one much colder .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle thanks to jhammerly pours a rich black with a creamy tan head thatthins . nice lacing on the glass . light aroma of roasted malts with some nice caramel tones . wow this beer is sour city . some roastedness comes through but dominted by an unpleasant sour taste . i can only assume that this beer is quite old as no date is on the bottle . light body plenty of carbonation . i could probably choke it down if i wanted to . however the drain got the best part of this beer .,aroma,0.7,1
from ml bottle into tulip glass . a cloudy yellow with white head which stays there for long time . however big bubbles on the head do n t look good a bit like soap foam . s fresh and pleasant but you can smell that this beer is strong even though it s not the smell of alcohol . t starts with citruses and bananas then bread and white pepper . kicks in and pleasant bitter finish on palate . however lacks character . i ve been expecting something more exciting . unfortunately taste does n t mask alcohol sufficiently . m alcohol too intensive . too much carbonation . d i m about to finish the bottle so i guess it s ok. nice beer for summer evenings .,aroma,1.0,1
nice copper color with average head but it was a little cloudy with some chunky sediment even with a gentle pour . no indication on the bottle that it s unfiltered . aroma was appropriate for the style hoppy not much malt . taste was hoppy like an ipa should be but a little watery for my taste . pretty typical of an english ipa . a little weak on the carbonation . not a beer i d run out and buy again so i have to give it a lower score on drinkability .,aroma,0.8,1
i d like to re review the beer . my first taste was from a bottle and this time i am using a nitro can . and wow what a difference it made appearance a creamy white head pours out to leave a reddish colour liquod beneath it . the head lingered around for a great deal of time smell same smell light hoppy w some malts of coruse taste wow . i m not sure if it s just better from a can or what . a somewhat dry drink at the beginning but even smoother going down than when from a bottle . still malt and hops taste but no longer dry going down . mouthfeel exceptional . very smooth very creamy perfection . pretty damn close to it drinkability i could drink this ale any night of the week . just a great drink i love it,aroma,0.6,1
another bottle generously opened by javier javib thanks man . this pours the blackest of the day with a creamy one finger head and good retention . the nose exhibits an upper moderate roast and a luscious cocoa and dark fruit faint interplay . i perceive honey vanilla wood and a well integrated moderate level of bourbon . the flavor is a letdown after the excellent aroma . it starts off strong with bourbon milk chocolate and an upper level of roasted malt that continues on to a honey sweet midpalate segment things seem to go downhill from here with the advent of a combined onslaught of stinging alcohol heat burnt malt astringency and harsh solvent . it s not entirely pleasant . the mouthfeel is coating yet slightly thin .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a golden orange straight from the tap with an off white head . notes of orange blossom and vanilla on the nose . head quickly dissipates as i take my first sip . the smooth silky mouth feel is complimented by the low carbonation . rich fruit flavors transform into a delicate finish of ripe muscat grapes . lastly the presence of alcohol provides a drying finish that is otherwise disguised by a wonderful flavor .,aroma,0.9,1
large frothy head dissapates very quickly little lace . clean filtered amber body . very citrusy grassy hoppy aroma . nice tangerines and grapefruit mixed with oily grassy hop . really runs the gambit of all the hop aromas nicely . there s also a nice residual sweet biscuity aroma from the malt . taste is very similar to the aroma . really great juicy hop flavor . bit of pine and the sweet malt finish it off . really great beer . nice and light refreshing and full of flavor at the same time . there s something that does n t hit me just about the carbonation but aside from that this is a phenomenal beer . this would be without a doubt my go to beer if only it were available year round . damned harvest ales so good .,aroma,1.0,1
something about drinking corona and eating spicy grilled food . a very light yellow . not impressive at all . s a skunky smell by itself . no wonder a lime down its neck is recommended . t without the lime not very nice . with the lime much much better . m very light not full or filling . refreshing . d drinkability is good . i can easily put a few of these back while i eat spicy grilled food . i would recommend this beer only with the lime and do not pour it in a glass . it needs to filter through the lime as it does in the bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
clear amber colored beer with a tall white head . this beer falls in the color spectrum i call ipa orange . smell is full of strong c type hops . strong pine and grapefruit with some cinnamon in there . cedar wood and a little hay scent . faint pineapple smell . starts out neutral in sweetness with a mild green grass flavor . taste is nothing like the smell woody and grassy with a solid bitter finish . flavor is a little light to me . mouthfeel is ok . overall just an average beer . new belgium is one of those breweries that tend to just hit home runs or base hits . this one is more of a walk .,aroma,0.9,1
very clear for a wheat beer honey golden in color . no sustainable head and no lace . initial aroma of blueberries in cream . the smell turns slightly sour . the wheat is barely noticeable and i can not detect any hop . the flavor is decent although it is more tart than i would expect almost like a cranberry . the blueberry flavors are primarily sour . there is little if any counter balance in the malt or hop end of things . i really ca n t catch the wheat flavor . this is something of a one trick pony . being from new england and a lover of blueberries i was really rooting for this one . unfortunately this one misses the mark .,aroma,0.8,1
i recently had this brought back for me from las vegas by my father . appearance the color of this beer is clear pale amber . the head is white and frothy . there is a small amount of it . smell the smell of this beer is extremely faint . i can smell a bit of wheat and touches of sweetness . something is there resembling apple as well . nothing special here . taste not that great either . its adjunct with bits of sweetness . i detect a slight tartness at the end as well . mouthfeel i found this beer to be a touch flat . the body was reasonable though . drinkability not bad not great . there is much to say here . its not hard to drink . this beer was disappointing . if i didnt know better i might say that it was watered down .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks steve the real one. ml unlabeled green apostrophe on the cap pours an absolutely crystal clear burnt orange color and bubbles briskly travel northbound in skinny lines . the head is lumpy and airy. hangs around for a bit and puffs up like a dreamy beer cloud . brettanomyces is certainly present in the aroma but in a sugary sweettart fashion . this beer is not reminiscent of any horses nor any blankets . instead i m getting cotton candy patchouli and brut champagne . really mellow but promising tartness . really delicate nice aroma . wow this one tastes weird . there is a real alcoholy vodka flavored note here which dominates . yeasty bready aftertaste is hollow and weak overall . the brett gives off a quick sweetness like blueberry essence to the brew . remember clearly canadian . imagine an alcohol fueled version of that popular late s beverage and that what sits before me right now . the bubbles are peppy. the attenuation issue is a bit prohibitive . i have one more bottle. it will sit and i will re review . regardless we will miss you hw,aroma,0.8,1
a orange amber color quickly disappearing small head s smells nutty but a bit too natural . smells like a light brown ale . t the strong nutty taste is present through the finish . pleasant and slightly sweet brown ale flavor . light carbonation . overall its a pleasantly balanced taste with a nice and lingering aftertaste . m mouthfeel is smooth and somewhat sweet . d not something i would drink a lot of at once but with a smooth finish and alcohol it goes down fast . a very unique beer that im glad to have tried but not something i would buy a six pack of again unless im in the mood for pecans in beer form .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a growler into my new holland high gravity series glass a black as can be with a small circle of tan brown head s tootsie rolls with a hint of hersheys chocolate . is this really a beer . t tootsie rolls with a hint of hersheys chocolate . seriously though a little more going on in the flavor however . mostly milk chocolate flavor but a hint of bitterness is in there as well . maybe a little molasses as well and a bit of alcohol heat in the back . m thick with very little carbonation . kind of syrupy but a little thinner . d if you like chocolate it would be a real easy drinker . i do n t usually say this but this could use a hair more carbonation . this is a pretty interesting beer and i will enjoy it . i think you really have to be in the mood for something like this to enjoy it though .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours from the cask with a tiny white head of cascading foam . the body is a very dark brown color with amber highlights . the head its small but tenacious . s a strong aroma of nutty coffee . some brown caramel malt in the background musty almost funky complexity to the coffee character . t nutty coffee and cola with a little brown sugar . more cola with a watery black coffee flavor in the middle . finishes with dry caramel and acidic coffee flavors . earthy coffee and light smoke lingers in the aftertaste . m medium body light carbonation and a dry finish . d this beer is one of those rare brews that is more than the sum if it s parts . the coffee is genuinely complex and blends perfectly with the profile of the straight beer . a very good cask and perhaps the best beer that i have had from bold city .,aroma,1.0,1
the label has been appended to read mountain amber ale . with the eagle and native american artwork this is one of dick s better looking labels some of them are really cheesy like the lightning bolts on the danger ale or that one on the winter ale bottle of dick all decked out in rad ski gear . but enough about labels . how s the beer . it s decidedly average an amber ale that is skewed towards the light end of the spectrum . it pours a hearty copper with a reasonably good head and lace with a nice earthy aroma from the yeast . the taste is lackluster with a limp malt base and a light almost invisible floral hop quality . i got a chunk of yeast in the pour and while it was pleasant in the aroma it overwhelms the flavor with a spent dirty quality . i suggest you pour it more carefully than i did . mouthfeel is thin especially for dick s whose bottle conditioning usually provides a full velvety mouthfeel if nothing else . on the whole this is not an especially interesting beer .,aroma,0.8,1
picked up from macello s . poured into a chimay goblet . hazy dark orange color with an average sized creamy off white head . a very floral aroma to this one . like sucking in through a wreath of roses . nothing telling as far as hops or malt goes but a typical belgian style to it . the taste is different at first . bitter and biting at first . a little bit of floral tastes at the end . not exceptionally convincing either way . i m just not feeling this one on the sips like i expected . disappointed would be the right word . it s not bad at all . just not really a standout beer.l,aroma,0.9,1
picked this up on my last trip to boston and trekked it back home . instantly put into my kegerator . i poured a oz bottle into my tripel karmeliet tulip . this beer pours a dull murky gold with just a hint of a off white head that leaves absolutely no lacing and has very crappy head retention . this actually is one of the ugliest beers i ve head the pleasure of pouring . the aroma is rather weak . hints of lemon zest cardamon bready yeasts and just a bit of ripe fruits . the flavor follows suit pretty closely . ripe apples and pears cardamon biscuits and just a slight tang used from the wheat malt . the mouthfeel is light with a bright carbonation and a bready dryness . i m rather disappointed that i lugged this back from boston in my pack instead of buying another bottle of dfh squall to bring back home .,aroma,0.7,1
received a bomber from destral as an extra in a recent trade . midnight black motor oil poured with a inch milk chocolate head quickly becomes something a bit more mundane . the head quickly collapses under the alcohol and leaves the partaker with no parting gifts . no lacing and sorry fellows this baby s got no legs . roasted barley takes the lead of the bouquet followed by dark chocolate and a healthy malty sweetness . nuances of espresso and coffee beans are present but alcohol is remarkably unnoticeable . a very simple aroma all in all that strikes me as unimposing . in an ris i honestly want my nose to be bitch slapped with complexity . flavor does n t even do as well as smell unfortunately . roasted barley mirrors in the flavor but then comes a touch of tannin astringency that grows . hop bitterness and solid roast attempt to cover up shortcomings but the aftertaste is solidly astringent with a touch of metallic . if drinking the whole bottle one might be able to forget about these off flavors after about ounces . a super creamy mouthfeel is definitely present but taken away from by the taste . very light in the body for the style but it is in this that one can find a bit of silkiness that adds a level of pleasantness . i believe that this beer could have definite potential with a bit more qa at this brewery . the basics are all there for a great beer . unfortunately this bottle had its flaws .,aroma,0.8,1
brought back by eheff from argentina . brewed with honey . pours a golden color with a slight hazyness to it . one finger white fizzy head . nice soft retention with lots of activity and bubbles rising to the surface . wicked buttery with honey notes . flora presence and lemon zest also noticeable . toasted grains with an earthiness to them . grassy and floral hop notes . has a stickiness to the mouthfeel . medium to light body . carbonation is overpowering and washes away any of the honey or floral flavors . seems light enough that you could have a few . glad it was brought back from buenos aires so i could have the chance to try it .,aroma,0.4,0
a a very nice deep amber color with good lace characteristics . s smells slightly of roses go figure . other smells are difficult to detect but retains typical smell of a well balanced apa . t once i got to the taste it threw all my positive indicators out the window . personally this is one of the worst tasting beers i ve ever tried although i have n t reviewed many for ba.com . i find myself at a loss for words regarding the taste of this beer . i would be tempted to say fat tire gone utterly wrong but that would insult fat tire ale . m an average slightly crisp mouthfeel . however once the taste of it hit the buds on my tongue i did n t care much to think about mouthfeel . d due to the terrible taste i did n t even finish this . as stated above one of the worst beers i ve ever tried so i hardly consider it drinkable .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle great company that produced a very underwhelming beer . this beer pours black with a slight brownish tint to it and has a pretty big head for an imperial stout . aroma is a lot of coffee and light alcohol . alcohol is present in drinking not overbearing at all however there is a taste of peanut shells that could not be washed away from my palate . overall the beer is brewed fine smells and pours great but does n t taste as good as its matured state heresy . possibly a great candidate to age in the cellar though . the one thing i can not get passed is the taste of peanut shells very strange .,aroma,0.7,1
purchased this bottle in orlando . no obvious date on the bottle though it appears the best by date is . poured into a cigar city snifter after sitting in the fridge for about minutes . that was too long as i was immediately deciding to allow this to warm back up some . excellent clarity to the beer a nice crisp gold color . the head rises quickly pure white then settles to a couple mm in size and stayed throughout the entire glass which i sipped slowly . very nice indeed . smells not quite as funky or sour as i d have liked but gueuze this is . lots of bright citrusy lemon notes . horsey funk and fresh oak round out the nice nose . acidic nearly tart though certainly not sour . funky in the right places but as in the nose i was wanting more . soured apple cider and citrus add a little sweetness . meanwhile dry attic funk and dampened oak musk it up . dry with a bitter finish . lively but soft carbonation . overall a solid gueuze . i preferred the mariage parfait to this though .,aroma,0.6,1
ml into a tulip . pours a deep copper orange garnet massive frothy head with a gentle pour an eternity to recede ridiculous lacing . aroma is a delight . clean bright and complex yeasty sweet spicy goodness . classic but light on the dark skinned fruits . perhaps some saison yeast joined the mix . taste is equally complex . figs green grapes caramel leather and a brief dry twang . notes of a saison are present in the flavor as well . a mild dry earthy bitterness defines the aftertaste . warms well . thin to medium bodied lively mouthfeel . unique cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
stoudt s double ipa oz bottle medium pour in a mug recent brewing ingested poured a hazy orange amber with a rocky off white fully lasting head with excellent lacing that left layered ring of lacing upon every sip like reading the rings of on a tree and tracing it s age . smelt of strong sweet grapefruit and orange tropical pineapple banana bubble gum or starbust mystery flavor parsnip with light barnyard and earthy yeasty flavors . taste was upfront strong bittersweet sweet pineapple and citrus cake followed by a harsh and bitter conifer taste with moderate sweet sweet bread on a long hops finish . palate was medium to full bodied creamy with a dry finish also lightly syrupy softly carbonated a nice slight alcoholic warmth and moderate to heavy hops astringency . overall a great dipa that balances a malt sweetness backbone and strong hops nicely .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at beachwood i a pours a muddled opaque dark fuschia to red . nice colour with a very light head no lace . s this smells like heaven . endless raspberries need i say more . t the fruit here is direct and strong unlike a lot of awa you come across . strong acidity balances it all out . like drinking rapsberry jam but it s so well balanced it makes it so easy . m medium acidity mostly lactic with a hint of acetic . medium bodied no hint of alcohol . o really dessert in a glass . it s not as good as the legendary new glarus raspberry tart but this beer is certainly fun and tastes great .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . cork cage bottle share on halloween . oz . poured into my snifter a yup flat . deep brown coloring . no head or lacing . retention amounts to a few light brown bubbles clinging on the sides of my glass . s umm . bourbon . and a hell of a lot of it . alcohol oak caramal toffee brown sugar and syrup sum up the secondary aromas . t not nearly as hot as i was expecting . initial flavor is brown sugar and syrup followed by bourbon whiskey barrel . middle of the tongue highlights a bit of vanilla and oak . backend shifts to dark fruits and caramel toffee sweetness . finish is mouthwatering and alcohol linger in the aftertaste and heats my throat for minutes afterward . m medium body . obviously low carbonation but i do n t believe it ruins this drink . a bit smooth . d judging from the aroma alone i d have said this tanks in drinkability . the taste really makes up for the nose in complexity character and balance . still it s as much a sipper as there s ever been and my friend ended up finish my final ounces for me .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a pretty dark brown but not dark enough to trap all the light coming through had a slightly small head but stuck around for awhile . s a little woody sweet malt with a real nice smell very nice t has a very earthy taste kinda a bit of caramel but some definet wood tones spicy maybe a little cinnamon . pretty good but caramel isnt a personal favorite flavor m kinda light for its darkness but overall a medium body pretty solid hits the tongue well and lingers a little while d a nice beer the caramel isnta personal like but for those who do its a really good beer,aroma,0.9,1
a tawny dark golden in colour a generous volume of carbonation is evident . it comes out of the bottle with a one finger head but this bubbles away after a couple of sips . s a rich and very fine woody scent malts there too and a sort of cheap candied fruit aroma as well . pretty strong on the nose . t quite poor actually considering its pleasing aromatic character . there is the malts sweet fruity elements sugar and a adequate bitterness for balance . mf light medium mouthfeel a little on the watery side medium high carbonation . o started off well enough but sadly it does n t do it for me . also the clear bottle is also a bit of a let down i ve had bad experiences with them . my first beer fro this brewer and i m a bit underwhelmed .,aroma,0.8,1
aged two years at my parents house because nobody else would drink it . pours into my watney mann vintage world cup stemmed glass a bubbly yellowed gold with a steady inch white head . looks fantastic and i am very impressed with the head retention . this is the best retention i have seen in an amserican macro lager . aroma is nonexistent . flavor is nonexistent . this is creamy bubbly water . a lingering bitterness persists after each sip despite a complete lack of hop flavor . on the plus side the two years of aging has removed any unwanted or negative attributes along with any positive ones so i am left with an utterly empty beer .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a good beer . it poured a nice light amber with a small head . the taste was surprising and full flavored for the style with a good balance between hops and it s great sweet malt backbone . the mouthfeel was exceptionally creamy . i would definitely have it again .,aroma,0.6,1
i used to put spruce tips in my mouth as a child and the result was always the same after the initial curiosity wore off they were not worth a second taste . similarly i could not tolerate a second taste of this beer . i ve had spruce tip jelly which is nice on a piece of toast and even worth finishing a small jar but this flavor in an otherwise fine beer seemed misguided even freakish to me . pine tar is great for a baseball bat but makes beer taste horrible . i bought a six pack for a social event and drank one of these with the impression of yes indeed they put a spruce tree in that beer alright . i tried to sucker in a few of the other guests but ended up leaving the five orphans to fend for themselves . for all i know they re still in need of a drinker .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . appearance black brown head that dissipates quickly . smell figs sweet molasses alcohol . taste pretty much the same alcohol is a bit to overpowering for me and not really stout in flavor way to much fruit flavor . alcohol holds sticks to your mouth and lingers . overall not impressed but would say it s probably acquired taste for some . i would not buy this again .,aroma,0.8,1
just above average is a good way to describe this beer . the appearance as typical hazy yellow with some gold . slight head some lacing . smelled pretty good hops grain filled the nose immediately . after sitting for a moment the smell faded slightly but still nice . tasted some hops but not nearly as dominant as i prefer . again just above average for everything else . i would n t mind drinking more but it s not something i intend to go out of my way to find .,aroma,0.8,1
a opaque black . brown tan head with moderate amounts of lacing s wowza bonanza . nuts roasted malts coffee chocolate . perfect nose . t sweet roasted chocolate marshmellows are balanced by a more bitter chocolatey coffee . very yummy . m good carbonation nice texture . medium to heavy body . good stuff . very balanced . d surprisingly drinkable for its style .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle poured into an ommegang chalice . pours a dark black with a small thin brown head . nose is very tame and toasty . taste is like a guinness on stereoids . it s more toasty and boozy but not too bad . quite tasty i m looking forward to trying more of their beers .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a very hazy reddish brown . a one finger head emerges and sticks around for a while . aroma is incredibly full and delicious . sweet bing cherries dominate while hints of sour cherries and caramel are also present . this amazingly smells like real cherries not medicinal or fake at all . very very nice aroma . the flavor is just as incredible as the aroma . cherries both sweet and sour are here in abundance as well as a bit of graininess and almost a thin flaky pastry flavor . tastes like liquid cherry pie . again i am blown away by how real this tastes . seems like the majority of other fruit beers i drink either do n t have enough fruit flavor or have an artificial type smell . this one is just right and i ca n t imagine it getting any better . mouthfeel is sheavy and oily but aggressive carbonation and tiny bubbles lift it up leading to a flavor that lingers forever . drinkability is somewhat low due to the hue amounts of flavor in this beer . thanks go out to badbeer for trading this one to me . i was expecting this to be good but i had no idea it would be this nice . i am blown away and ca n t wait to try some other things from new glarus .,aroma,1.0,1
serving type bottle appearance a straw like yellow that started w a finger head that quickly dissipated to nothing smell grains and some sort of skunky smell . does n t smell that appealing taste mouthfeel fairly smooth and has a crisp grain taste . not a whole lot of taste and no real aftertaste a touch dry . that s about it drinkability not bad on a hot day like today . nice to bbq w but not sure if i d drink on a cold night,aroma,0.4,0
received at pyramid brewhouse in seattle . clear amber a few rising bubbles with a fizzy white head that soon dissipated and left just a little lacing behind . smooth malts are present as is a citruisy building oily aroma of hops . there s a definite floral quality as well not a hop bomb not a weak ipa . wow . it really takes a lot to get a five out of a regular ipa from me a standard ipa usually does n t satisfy when i m in the mood for hops but the taste of this is incredible . it s not that it s overly hoppy it s that the flavor of the hops is outta this world . they re fruity floral and citruisy all at once an extremely bold mouth filling oily wonder . fantastic . crisp and oily all at once slight carbonation just enough to notice very mouth filling with a nice finish lingering just enough to get you back in for more . final thoughts wow . quitre a distinct and delicious ipa . i m more impressed than i expected .,aroma,0.6,1
on draft at spitzer s corner nyc . poured a light copper hue with a one finger foamy white head . there was decent retention and lacing . the smell featured a full ester grass caramel and white pepper . the taste consisted of an upfront peppery hop with a full ester spice and doughy malt . the mouthfeel was typical of the style with a residual hop spice . overall a superior ale . just excellent .,aroma,1.0,1
a red . amber goldish red . . inch cream head . very nice color . s sweet malty . hints of apple pie a little fruit . smells great . t malt initially . some hop bitterness in the aftertaste . a little alcohol . not great . m medium . okay . ca n t complain i guess . just average . d eh this beer is okay but i m disappointed . it smelled and looked so great but did n t follow through on on taste . it goes down okay but i m not crazy about it .,aroma,0.8,1
slightly hazy golden colour . big fluffy white head with decent retention . some lacing . herbal spicy hops are dominant . low levels of lemon and a hint of pils malt . clean and very good . the flavour is a bit muddled lots of citrussy lemon flavour . a bit musty and dusty . little to no real noble hop flavour . not great . crisp light body with high carbonation . refreshing even if the carbonation is maybe a little bit too high . it is a drain pour . no but the flavour is disappointing and does n t really work . definitely not one to try again .,aroma,0.9,1
from my fast dwindling co haul . pours an effervescent brown walnut with fingers of khaki head . great lacing head retention s musty grain herbal woody hops t follows the nose rye peppery notes crispness plus a whisper of smoke some grassy hops climbing up as well up front . grassy piney herbal hops lead the charge some oaky woody ceddary notes a bit of nuttyness as well once warm . finishes piney with touches of wood ruff pecan mf medium bodied fairly crisp there is some smoothness as well . some balance the extremity of this is bringing flavors i like to the front but dragging others to the party as well . this kind of takes this style in a different direction compared most other examples i ve had . not a in love with this but drinkable enough,aroma,0.6,1
clear ml bottle best before jan drank march . poured into a pint sleeve glass cotswold beer fest . a light chestnut amber with a good white foaming head.with bubbles rising to replenish any head that is leaving . very little aroma from my bottle or glass a bit of hops and yeast but great shakes here . i ve had this beer twice before and thought it awful both times years ago this time however i like it . there is depth and flavour where before there was nothing a liveliness where before it was dead . hops and malts aplenty in every mouthfull . pleased i had this beer again it was given to me i shall not be frightened to try it another time .,aroma,0.4,0
ml looks like . ugly green label . pours golden graham colored bottom half of the bottle clouded with yeast . retentive head that settles into a whirlpool pattern of dense shellac . cobwebs of lace and sediment stick to the glass . yeasty aroma with the funk of rotten fruit and full kitchen garbage can. nasal accents of strong commonly belgian hops work their way in as well . abrasive flavor. wet cereal flakes transition to lemon poppy muffins finishing stomach churningly bitter and metallic . that strong yeast flavor carries through all aspects and distracts . beer itself is thick with both yeast and a high gravity malt presence . barely drinkable and an overall disaster . whole foods i hope you released some decent food products to properly commemorate the silver anniversary .,aroma,0.4,0
p.t . barnum would have loved this beer . its full of flash and has no substance . when i first tried this beer it was at the end of a long night of drinking at a local beer bar . at the time i really enjoyed it but since is sells for at the liquor store and at the bar i was holding off on getting it for a special occasion . wow what a mistake this beer is like that bed time companion you picked last night when your beer goggles were in full effect . the appearance is decent with a nice full frothy head and a beautiful cascade of bubbles like you would find in any champagne . but then there was the taste . i ca n t even tell what this is . it dose not have either the dryness or the wet fruitiness you would find in champagnes . at the same time it barely resembles beer . it is almost flavorless and what it does have is almost like carbonated parsley . the malt profile was quite nice but not enough to save this travesty .,aroma,0.8,1
bottled on . a dark dark brown . not quite black . minimal head but the beer legs lacing is nice . s extreme vanilla boozy bourbon notes . the whole living room lit up when i opened this . t coffee chocolate bourbon vanilla . .delicious . m a slight alcohol burn . to be expected i suppose . otherwise this is solid . d weighing in at abv one gibcs could do you in . yet i think i could handle two . and that s saying a lot especially after starting this session w one tripel karmeliet and one piraat both cl . an excellent extreme imperial stout . i will buy more for my cellar .,aroma,1.0,1
looks great . beautiful top stays until the last drip . middle brown bright . smell is exceptionally fruity lychee orange peach . very promising . and then the taste is a bit disappointing after that great smell . good but not exceptional . nice balance between sweet tones and hop though . the end is dry .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle no freshness bottling date sampled in a pint glass . i checked a couple of other beer websites today and they listed the abv as . the dark horse site lacked this info . l opaque blackish brown with a bubbly topped creamy tan chocolate head the slowly dissipated into a thin sudsy layer . like all the stouts i ve tried in the holiday stout series this has an appetizing taste inducing appearance . s right off the bat a nice aromatic aroma of smoked peat whiskey like followed by dark chocolate cake with a trace of vanilla icing . in the background is a light char scent the slightest of dark fruits smells and freshly grounded espresso beans . the alcohol is a barely noticeable mix of peat and fruity esters . f t the medium body while pleasantly smooth would benefit from more carbonation . the moderate carbonation gives this a skimpy creaminess plus i feel that it holds back the malty chewiness and flavor . i would also like a bit more firmness in the mouthfeel too . the smoky peat malt is much more subtle in the taste than in aroma becoming more charred tasting as you reach the end . in the middle milky chocolate and a mild fruitiness emerges lending some sweet softness to the overall taste . finishes on a burnt coffee note like a coffee pot that has been on the burner for too long . a decent american stout but my least favorite in the series just not as bold tasting as the other offerings . still i would recommend that any dark stout fan give this a try just to compare it to the other stouts in the series from dark horse a mid michigan brewery known for quality beer .,aroma,0.9,1
i was not terribly impressed with this beer . it opened with a loud pop and the carbonation was quite nice though the head with a bit mediocre . aromas of apples and lemon peel . the taste is light and wheaty up front but has an almost rotten sweetness to the end . it s not very complex there is n t a whole lot going on and the light aftertaste is a little gross . it was a ml bottle . i had a glass and then dumped the rest .,aroma,0.8,1
oz capped bottle purchased at the people s pint on . a pours out a murky thick golden brown with pure gold highlights and some dark reddish tones within . no head to speak of . n incredible . this is what i imagine the canterbury tales to smell like once you get over of course the revellers and travelers themselves . juicy fruit interlaced with sweet yes sweet alcohol notes both of which caress and tickle your nose with glee . traces of drambuie and b b stewed apples peaches and pears spice . overall though a rich and luscious sweet goodness balanced out exceptionally with spice and body . one of a kind . p beautiful balance of sweet and tart power and finesse . again very unique but quite tasty . initial flavors of smooth and fruity sweetness offset slightly by an apple like tartness . buttery rich and butterscotch like flavors embrace this and carry it out to the long buttery finish . more apple tart pear stewed apples touch of honey pound cake trace of lambic gueze sourness floral and flowery tones . wild and wonderful . m ghosted yet firm carbonation there but not in your face or overbearing on your palate . smooth and buttery rich towards the end almost like light syrup . long long finish . notes not something you re going to drink every day or even every week . a great experience and something totally unique but be sure to pair it with some strong cheese and even perhaps some cured meats . the complexity of this brew however and the many tones and colours it exhibits is quite astounding . wonderful stuff to sip and ponder . music mark eitzel track of shame demos,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dark red colour raisiny i guess . light head when poured disappears to nothing after a while . no lace . decent colour otherwise bland . woah coffee galore that s a pick me up . deep roast on the nose but powdered coffee in character largely sweet but with phenolic and spicy hints at the edges . not much edge to it but nice . taste starts our very weak with hints of roast espresso but largely just watered down toasty bitterness . nothing really asserts itself until the finish and even thin it s a sheepish whimper rather than a yell . weak watered down with mild hints here and there of instant coffee . really unimpressed . watery not a lot of substance at all . for i m surprised at how weak and thin this is . really disappointed especially after the wham of coffee aroma i got . i ve had coffee from with more flavour than this .,aroma,0.7,1
think strawberry pop tarts or srawberry newtons . . . not sure . picked this up at mid town today . lately this brewery has disappointed but i am willing to roll the dice on this pack . pours chestnut mahogany with a pinky of tan head into my boulevard goblet . some lacing near zero head retention s plums raisins black currants strawberry jam . . . raspberry great if weird scents going on here . t raspberry plums figs strawberry jam verging om pop tart filling very weird plus leafy hops up front . plums woody leafy hops slight persimmon notes plus more strawberry dryness once warm . finishes dry plummy jammy strawberry sweet this would work better a some sort of experimental english bw . . deduction for going way off style mf light body for the style very low carbonation this drinks fine but has strayed far off style i m at a loss as whether to call it a disaster or a weird but nice one off . not sure i would ever guess american bw here though . . had has potential,aroma,0.9,1
bottled . color of apricot nectar oranged amber and semi unclear . no head really just a bit of closely knit white bubbles in a ring with a small island in the center . deeply soured slightly cellared scents raspberry and a bit of woodsyness . not too intense carbonation just a nice feel with a bit of swirling . tastes of fresh plump raspberry and blackberries good oakines and bite . tingling almost feel a bit of numbing to the tip of my tongue . can feel the tang of it . the flavors hit all areas of your tongue . a bit of a peachy aftertaste left in your mouth . man this is sweettarts in a bottle . i finally just broke down and grabbed one of these since i feel like the only person who has not had it on here .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . a nice orange amberish color with an off white one finger head . not a whole lot of lacing left behind . s love the nose on this one . was expecting a typical citrus hoppy aroma but instead it was a more roasted toasted earthy . then the nose finishes with sweet red berries . t hoppy up front pine flavors some spice but very well balanced with the toasted malty flavor . they did a great job of fitting this in a category somewhere between a regular ipa a double ipa . hardly an alcohol presence considering its at . abv . m a light medium body . creamy yet still carbonated . d drinks easier than expected . was n t expecting a extra ipa to be this smooth . another great beer by sierra nevada .,aroma,1.0,1
had this one out of hyland s stash poured from a bottle to a pint glass . it poured black with a brown head that settled quickly . there was no aroma of note on this one for me but the taste was superb . brown sugary and malty taste with a warm alcohol finish . the sweetness sticks to my mouth and the light surprising carbonation clings a bit but in a good way . i was pleasantly surprised by this one and look forward to having more . i am feeling irie after just one the . apv is sneaky good .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a dark red color . at first a one finger white head forms but recedes in an instant . no lace to speak of . s not aromatic at all . maybe some sweet caramel malt and cereal . a slight hint of diacetyl . t again not much is here . though it is enjoyable . sweet caramel with light grain flavors . no off flavors . m d a light body that is thin and watery . easy enough to drink . i can see quaffing a few on a hot day . nothing special but enjoyable . i ca n t say i would recommend this but it will not offend anybody .,aroma,0.4,0
the canquest cantinues unabated thanks to my local trader tone who dropped this off for me on monday . it looks like he traded for it himself which makes it even cooler imho . from the can a special light beer with a premium taste . the crack glug may end up being the best part of this beer . i created two fingers of foamy bone white head from my pour but it lasted as brief as macbeth s candle . the room filled with the malodorous scent of silage and my gorge rose as a result . color was a pale lemon yellow with ne plus quality clarity in that i could see through walls with this beer not just read the sunday comics . mouthfeel was thin and watery but the taste was not as bad as the nose had led me to expect . it was a typical watered down adjunct lager sweetness nothing out of the ordinary but not gag inducing either . finish was light and ethereal and if i had a shorter memory i might have forgotten that i had just drunk a beer . notch another one on the spreadsheet but do n t waste any cooler space on this one .,aroma,0.2,0
this ozer was bottled about a month and a half ago batch so it s fresh though not super fresh . poured into a snifter . appealing deep honey color with a massive white head . impressive retention for a high abv brew very good lacing . aroma is brilliant and vibrant full of citrus hops and apricot . nice . flavor was pretty hot and hoppy . sort of sweet and not incredibly bitter . hop flavor seemed kind of nondescriptly tangy and incomplete . mouthfeel was oily from the hops and creamy from the ample carbonation . i feel like this beer gets a lot of its reputation from its warming character . the kick likely a result of the honey added during brewing is nice and smooth but it does n t do much for the flavors of this beer . good stuff if over hyped . did n t really slam me .,aroma,1.0,1
i was just lucky enough to have stopped in to the portsmouth brewpub for lunch on my way home to connecticut when right before my eyes i see them loading up a new brew on tap and more fortunate still to later have tim nick allow me a growler to take home to share with my beer loving neighbor . this brew shows a clear mahogany color with a big healthy light oatmeal colored head and gobs of chunky lacing . the aroma suggests yeasty caramel cream and maybe some grassy hop but overall a pretty neutral effect with some rubbing alcohol nothing too alluring but it s okay . the flavor comes on with bright malt and sharp herbal grass hops . it s lively with fine carbonation with medium plus body and tangy feel . the tongue detects lots of stuff unlike the weak aroma including earthy pine and dr. pepper medicinal sweetness . i might even sense a hint of peat . it has more grass overtones than i d like to see but i d say this qualifies as a dipa sort of brew and it s an interesting offering . alcohol is not highly notable up at . but i would say the drinkability is moderate . thanks again for the growlers guys . the portsmouth brewpub is really advancing by leaps and bounds and is a great stopover .,aroma,0.6,1
bourbon barrel soaked sustenance black beer served in new belgium globe glass a pours clear deep brown with inch head that recedes fairly quickly but leaves haphazard lacing . s distinct and delicious aroma of butter rum leads off . next spiced rum wood and brandy . the base beer is smothered . honestly this smells like angel s share should have smelled . t well there is a slightly tart note that initiates tasting . two other interesting notes follow toasted coconut and vanilla . the barrel does add a splash of bourbon but butter rum and spiced rum still come through . again the base beer is struggling under load and makes its presence known solely in the finish powdered and bitter chocolate . alcohol is easily detectable . m medium body and carbonation . a little oilier and rougher than regular sustenance black beer . this beer also is somewhat warming . how much booze was added to this . o i like bourbon barrel soaked sustenance black beer less than its little brother . too much barrel not enough base beer . this beer also can not compete with short s preeminent barrel aged beer which is barrel aged wizard .,aroma,0.8,1
ml . murky brown pour nearly becalmed . just a few bubbles . how many years in a row did they bottle this with no carbonation . . . confusing at best . aroma quite a bit of fig caramel brown sugar some candied sugar . some brandy booze . taste is this supposed to be sour . . green apples and cider vinegar . there is some brandy oak that kind of works with that . completely covers up the malt profile though . there s just a faint inkling of caramel brown sugar and vanilla . no carb tart as vinegar nearly undrinkable . medium bodied and actually not a terribly large alcohol presence . bourbon version was light years ahead of this . probably the last lost abbey brew i will ever purchase i just ca n t comprehend the lack of giving a crap about the qc of their brews .,aroma,0.7,1
purchased at buy rite liquors in plainfield nj . presentation oz bottle with no freshness info . poured into my duvel tulip . appearance black colored pour with a nice one inch creamy and thick off white head . retention is decent but lacing is sparse . smell odd scent that i ca n t determine.it does n t help though . i have smelled this before but not in a beer . not sure if it is the cocca nibs giving off the scent or something else . it does n t help the cause though . some oak detected as well as chocolate but it s mostly hidden from the funky smell i am noticing . taste chocolate comes into play after the beer breathes a bit . coffee is mild and the bittersweet chocolate steals the show.quite rich and flavorful . the oak is there but really does n t add much to the beers flavor . mouthfeel starts out a bit over carbonated but relaxes after a bit and becomes lighter and supports the creaminess of the beer . drinkability fuller mouthfeel makes this a sipper but overall besides the nose we have a winner .,aroma,0.6,1
not much to this beer except for its thick unfiltered consistency which fills your mouth with something but that something is n t that flavorful . the smell is like a cheap american beer the taste is malty and the entire experience is just thick . i like it for this reason and would be happy to find it in the fridge although my money would be spent elsewhere .,aroma,0.4,0
pours out a nice dark copper color with a very small head that does n t last . very clear . the smell is as excepted sweet and more sweet . hints of flowers and something a bit citrusy . a touch of pepper in the background as well . wow . is the first thing that i can think of when i first sip this beer . the taste is sooo much bigger than the smell and really does n t do it justice . a bit syrupy thick in the mouth . the wheat is definitely present along with a ton of alcohol . the bittering at the end is wonderful . i think this beer lacks a bit in the beginning and middle as nothing really comes out . the ending has the bitterness and stays with you . i also get the burning feeling with this beer . what a different beer . i really ca n t compare it to anything . i do n t think the wheat can stand up to the alcohol the same way barley can in a barley wine . this my friends is a sipper .,aroma,0.9,1
i generally really like samuel smith s beers however this one will not be on my regular rotation . it smells great a little like their nut brown ale which along with the oatmeal stout are two of my favorite beers . it looks nice and the mouthfeel is good . but it just seems like it is lacking flavor . it seems like the beer finished a little dry and bland . i ca n t really put my finger on it though . maybe my palate is accustomed to american pale ales that are higher hopped . overall not bad . but i do n t think it is worth over a bottle which i will gladly pay for their nut brown or oatmeal stout .,aroma,0.9,1
the appearance and the smell really set the bar pretty high for this one . the solid tartness of the green apple smell with the coriander make a promise that the taste does n t quite deliver . they bill this one as an autumn beer but it would be much more commonplace in summer time along something like a woodchuck hard cider . it goes down really clean and smooth . it has a very light taste . the lacing is pretty much non existent and the mouthfeel is really thin . still i could see myself drinking a six pack of this on a warm july night . with a little more flavor to it however it would be a really solid cold weather beer .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to ap for sharing the growler at our semiannual chutes and ladders grand master tournament . snifter . a appears an opaque dark orange with a modest beige cap . s grassy and resinous with soft citrus notes that bring to mind orange peach grapefruit and tangerine . the citrus is expressive yet restrained . floral notes emanate from the glass with each swirl . i get some cantaloupe as well . malt is biscuity and lightly sweet . t grass blends with bread and biscuit . citrus is tame with impressions of orange and tangerine . there s a lower moderate sweetness . bitterness is low but there s a good deal of hop flavor . m lower medium body with moderate carbonation . overall a solid fresh hop pale ale with a really good aroma .,aroma,0.9,1
from the bottle into my duvel tulip . got this in a nice bif box from sopernicus . a hazy orange body with a white head on top s big citrus hop flavor with what smells like a decent malt backbone to stand up to it . t pretty balanced . a mix of citrus hops with a big malt backbone . kind of boozy . way more malt notes than i expected from this . not nearly as hoppy as i expected m medium bodied pretty good amoun of carbonation d pretty drinkable . a decent beer but not an great one . sadly there are no dates present on the bottle so i have no way of knowing how fresh this is . i dunno the more i drink this the more let down i feel . way too malty and boozy for a dipa . i hope to try this on tap one day so i know what it tastes like fresh .,aroma,0.8,1
bought as a growler and poured into standard chilled pint glass . a massive head solid inch and a half of thick dirty white foam . almost black in color charcoal black licorice hardly affected by light when held up . some bubbles collected along the bottom of the glass but none racing up the edges . s faint sweetness molasses maybe . hard to fully describe the scent other than it definitely had some sweet tones to it . t pretty sweet in taste . not rich or bitter . most tastes are faint and subtle of molasses or chocolate . complex blending of subtle tastes with no single one overpowering the rest . m not creamy but not thin either . a perfect balance . mild dryness left on tongue . faint leftover taste in mouth made me take sips quicker than usual to get it back on my tongue for identification . d bought the growler hoping to split it between two nights but enjoyed it too much to put down . just subtle and not overpowering enough to pour glass after glass but not weak enough to mistake for poor quality . i will gladly get it another one .,aroma,0.6,1
wow.way to go dogfish . event an entirely new beert o the market and very successful . i think the reason that it is n t ranked higher is because they are comparing the beer to some of their favorites . this is an entirley different way to to look at beer all together and needs extra consideration because of the creativity it took to make this . appearance golden but zero head retention . hurt the score a lot smell hard to pick up but very spice maybe a mint smell taste very spicy and with some fruit and raisin flavors . ca n t believe this is . i could session this . mouthfeel super high carbonation like a champage when pouring but settles to a very thin beer drinkability an extremly easy drinkin because of how thin the consistency is .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance burnt orange with an off white head that sticks to the glass very nicely . it looks like a halo in my glass . smell floral hop aroma hits my nose . small amount of hop aroma comes around . taste very subdued hop flavor at fist but then it comes out with a little more intensity . these eipa s are very cool because the hop flavor is big but set to the side in a way . malt flavors come into play but not a whole lot . mouthfeel very nice tight carbonation gives it a creamy texture almost like real ale . not too drinkable it is okay for a one or two beer session but i m not drinking these all night .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a light golden color with a head only around the brim of glass s smells like malt and hops t very bitter taste . leaves an aftertaste just as bitter . .this is mostly dominated by hops creating that crisp bitter taste m medium bodied its still carbonated and not really impressive . this is probably the lightest tasting ipa i ve ever had and its not really impressing me as much as i thought it would . the hops seem to overtake the malt in taste and stings the mouth . its not terrible but its not fantastic,aroma,0.8,1
appearance light golden color with wisps of sediment floating around mid glass and up slowly spreading to the rest of the pint glass . aroma caramelly and malty but not sweet . smells wonderful . taste tastes buttery and lemony . kind of a weird combo like an english ale meets hefe summer cooler thing . curious mix i m really not all that banged up about it but it s tasty enough that it s already gone . mouthfeel smooth buttery and full of carbonation . drinkability while well crafted the flavor is too lemony for my liking . still it disappeared awfully fast .,aroma,0.9,1
looks like a hazy lemonade with a touch of foam on top and evident carbonation but only moderate . really nothing special to look at but the smell draws you in . bright and acidic with a touch of spice . maybe green peppercorns or cardamom . it s belgian inspiration comes through here and i m enjoying the citric zing in my nose . alas i am a broken record . let s go back to many of my reviews and quote does n t taste as good as it smells . so true for so many beers even some of the great ones like rochefort . but in that case the drop off was not as significant . in this case we ve got a pretty sharp difference . sharp is the key word . it has a sharp flavor to it and not an acidic sour sharpness but more of an astringent one . the citrus turns decidedly bitter and pithy . it s lamost as if the orange peels they put in the casks still had a lot of the white stuff attached . i ve got another bottle of this that i think i ll age a year or more . the bottle claims that you can cellar it for up to five years . the acidity might be the reason for that claim but i m dubious about a . beer lasting that long . could be wrong i m no expert on cellaring .,aroma,0.9,1
unearthly has a deep straw color and is very clear . the head is thick frothy and stays at two fingers deep for a nice duration . not too much aroma but you can detect a sweet double ipa smell through the cloudy yellow foam . deep malty feel and hoppy notes but mostly malt . is there but is nicely covered by complex malt character . a great imperial ipa but could deal with being a bit more crisp but how refreshing should something teetering above be really . great beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a chunky off white head over a brownish copper body that is quite light and clear for the style . leaves a thin sheet of delicate lace to the bottom of the pint . delicate malt aromas are detectable from a distance . upon closer quaffing pleasing sweet caramel malt and a hint of chocolate fills the nose . the taste however doesnt completely fulfill the promise of the bouquet . it is quite lean bodied with just enough malt to balance out the rather healthy dose of hops for the style . a bit of a yeasty character as well along with a touch of diaceytl . a drying finish . this is definitely comes in at the lean end of the brown ale spectrum in terms of appearance and taste . it doesnt have the signature sweetness of the style and perhaps due to its lighter body also has a bigger hop presence than most english brown ales . its a tad out of balance and closer to an ordinary bitter than the other members of its style . still it is a treat for the olfactory system and a fine session ale .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a pale gold color with a viscous white head . it reduces to a cap but never vanishs leaving plenty of lace webs behind . the aroma is a little vegetal with hints of malt sweetness and not much else . a little bit of malt some herbalness and plastic . . make up the taste . hops are light in the finish even for a macro . the body is medium and the mouthfeel is fuller than expected . very average . not really worth trying though the bottle is cool .,aroma,0.3,0
a reddish amber with a white head that retains well and laces s not much here just some hops and alcohol t quite a strong malt presence with a delicious aftertaste of hops . there is a hint of black pepper on the finish . m medium carbonation and medium light in body d this beer is fricken delicious . i never would have thought of this combination but it is great . if i could get those locally this would be my new favorite go to .,aroma,0.7,1
thought this might have been some kind of micro brew on tap at my local bar but i should have known better . doesnt look that bad . dark small head not much to say . smell was really bad . extremely sweet and artificial . not inviting . the malty sweetness is there but lots of additional sweetness as well . definitely not natural . taste seemed decent at first . flavorful and interesting . however near the end of the pint it got rather sicky sweet and nauseating . started off good halfway through made me think i guess this is on par with mich amber bock and by the end i was repulsed . medium bodied mouthfeel . forgettable and this is probably one of the beers strongest points . i d try this again out of sheer curiosity but as an enjoyable beer this is really undrinkable . sweet and fake and unnatural . perhaps a good crowbar to use to get people away from coors or corona but no real use after that .,aroma,0.3,0
had this on tap at the sf rogue outlet . apperarance was a clear burnt umber colour with a filmy head . the nose was very faint . i could detect some sublte pruney scents with much effort . some roasted nut and toffee flavors hit your tongue and do n t get overpowered by the hops that jump into the fray . that said it still felt like something was n t quite in balance . the mouthfeel was good . smooth but just a wee bit watery . overall a decent beer . it somewhat reminds me of a british style ipa . call me crazy .,aroma,0.4,0
dark brown burgundy color with a long lasting light tan foam . aroma seems a little incomplete with yeast smells and a touch of leather . flavor is different but quite outstanding . not roasty or chocolate like at all but loaded with dark fruit flavors caramel toffee peanut brittle and then on top of all that the finish is nearly seconds . really complex flavor profile nearly perfect . not an imperial stout but it s not claiming to be one . it s too bad the nose is n t so great because this beer is nearly perfect in every other way .,aroma,0.6,1
cisco indie pale ale appearance pours a cloudy unfiltered burnt orange with soapy off white head and a nice display of webbed lacing on the pint glass . looks pretty good . smell strong citrus aroma boasting orange pineapple and sappy resin . they really knocked it out of the park in the smell what an inviting and pleasing scent . has west coast written all over it . taste soft grapefruit piney bitterness is at a medium to low level . mild herbal qualities and alittle rind in there too . pretty mellow and the tropical fruit aspect is slim to none . hop forward and solid ipa flavor . mouthfeel medium bodied mild carbonation and the feel is alittle thin . overall a pretty impressive brew from cisco brewers . alittle more attenuation in the body and we d have a world class ipa here still not far from it .,aroma,1.0,1
a amber brew with a gold tint and moderate haziness . medium head . thin ring of dense lacing . s a delightful aroma typical of a oud bruin sour cherries with some faint mulling spice and faint caramel malt . t faint . seltzer watter very mild caramel malt and fainter cherries . almost no flavor at all . aftertaste is empty . m harsh from high carbonation . drying on the gums . not refreshing and thin . d ugh . i passed this one off to a friend halfway through . it is not worht having . i have had other pertrus bavik beers that i would recommend . this one is far short of speciale .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle poured into a pilsner bottling cellar temp appearance pours a cloudy dark brown color with what seems like a generous amount of sediment . the head is minimal and short lived with a cream color . smell sweet and pungent . horseblanket nose . spicy belgian funk is reminiscent of a gueuze . apples caramel and plenty of esters . right up my alley . taste belgian spice . clove allspice black peppercorn . deliciously malty and sweet this is a replica of celebrator . mouthfeel slick and creamy . this is a pleasant beer in the mouth . alcohol is present and warms the throat and belly . drinkability this is a decadent beer . it is creamy and tasty . aside from the appearance it s a world class take on this style .,aroma,1.0,1
dark ambered and ruby with tons of carbination rising up to a thick and creamy khaki head . wonderful aroma . warm and oaky molasses . almost get a bbq sauce scent very spicey like a worcester sauce . make sure to let this one warm up so you get all the flavors and scents to come out and play with ya . tart and intense flavors . wow do they reallly hit you in the back of your mouth . sweet and sour . the blithering one that i drank this with said he tasted pickled beets . . yep . damn if he is n t right . how weird . . but yep . very interesting tastes in this one unusual . not one that i could drink more than one of these . oz ers because there is such a huge intensity of flavors and there is such strength but like i said quite interesting tastes for sure .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a stone bomber into an orval glass for me and st. bernardus chalice for her . the beer is a light copper color just a touch hazy with a very thin head . the aroma is a little pepper spicy kind of tripel like it has a belgian esque yeast quality . the flavor is reminiscent of some american tripels such as golden monkey or final absolution but with a noticeable alcohol bite . maybe it will mellow out as it ages towards but for now this is among my least favorites from stone . on the plus side my wife likes it . but she s got a taste for raw alcohol .,aroma,0.8,1
i had this beer a few times at a local sushi joint . not going to do a full on review of this but its a bmc like adjunct heavy lager . very pale golden with a grainy smell and taste . some strong sweetness does come in and its got significantly less carb than bmc beer usually do . cheers .,aroma,0.3,0
lightest and sweetest helles yet perhaps even paler than a us macro . sweetness is unsurpassed for any helles tried thus far . i like jason s grape skin description . it is apt . little bit more boozy party feel than other helleses sp . . no special hopping schedule to discern like paulaner or hacker . ditto on the price . sidenote bit of a clinical soapy scent in the glass . graininess perhaps . i salt washed and hot rinsed the glass yet it was still there . must try another to be sure .,aroma,0.6,1
dark opaque brown thick dense head which is receding slowly . nose of raisins prunes brown sugar coffee celery . chocolate dark malt . . tasting brings notes of coffee burnt malt brown sugar chocolate . . light carb medium body slight coffee residual dryness on the tongue . very sessionable but only an adequate porter with the exception of the nose which is amazing .,aroma,1.0,1
the look was pretty good only looked a little thin for a darker beer . the smell was great had some cocoa coffee caramel vanilla . pretty much exactly what the can said on the back . the taste was a little thinner than i had expected already a coffee taste up front and not a good lingering mouthfeel . dissapated pretty quickly .,aroma,0.9,1
live review . poured from a oz . bomber into my murphy s irish red pint glass . purchased for . at reider s market in painesville about months ago . no observed best by or freshness date found by me on label or the bottle . . abv a a nice mahogany red body that glows in front of direct light under a medium light brown head . very appropriate to the style . i especially like the redness of the body . very satisfying color . creamy heads sticks around for several minutes too . fair to good lacing as well . s medium malt familiar to all ambers red ales . not much else to the nose though . t nice medium malt and a nice woodsy smokiness that makes the taste smooth a really welcome quality to a beer of this style . i really appreciate that . m again the welcomed smoothness enhances this beer . it makes it go down easy which in turn helps the drinkability . d good again thanks to the medium malt and smooth feel . notes one of my two favorite from the brew keeper along with hop infusion to date .,aroma,0.6,1
i heard great things about this beer and was even complemented on my purchase of avery s maharaja from a guy working at the beer store . he said i was going to enjoy it and was he ever right . it pours a deep orange color with a khaki colored head on top which was just over a finger of foamy bubbles . the aroma is just amazing . it is easily the best smelling ipa i ve had in my young beer tasting career . anchored by a strong grapefruit aroma there are notes of pine pineapple and bread as well . i was let down a little when i took my first sip as i was hoping the taste would mimic the smell . still a very good and balanced beer nonetheless . despite a hop bitterness throughout it does n t diminish the malty backbone to the beer . there are citrus and caramel notes followed by a piney finish accompanied by a subtle alcohol heat clear the pallet .,aroma,1.0,1
a very nice golden with amber hues . single finger thick off white head . s very grapefruity other mixed citrus and mild hop notes t so the taste is not at all foreboded by the smell . the taste is piney bitterly hoppy and floral . m medium to full bodied . moderate carbonation . overall well the smell is great one of the best . the taste was not there for me plus i was a little disappointed as i was hoping the taste would mirror the smell .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a dark amber with a little haze not much of a head s was not as stong as i would expect with a name like that but still has a sweet hops and grapfuit smell t nice sour hops hit the tast buds immeditly with and even malty hop finish with some grapfuit tones as well as citrus with undertones of oak m medium body smooth creamy but little on the thiker side d very drinkable delicious all round not a hop bomb but something a hop head would love,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a crystal clear light to medium gold supporting a finger white head with little retention . no lacing at all . smell lots of corn vegital aromas . some continental hops come through but i am fearful . taste fortunately it tastes much better then it smells . nice but subdued malt sweetness with a hint of hop bitterness . hop bitterness no where near enough for a pils but it ai n t awful . mouthfeel the mouthfeel is an odd combination . this is one of the softest beers i ve ever had . glorious . it s also a tad under carbonated . the soft mild body is almost worth buying the beer by itself . drinkability not great but not absolutely wretched .,aroma,0.4,0
a yellow brown quite clear . pours with plenty of head leaves a little lace . s not a lot of aroma . mainly sweet bready malt . t quite earthy probably from the yeast as well as the hops . only a hint of fruity esters nice bittersweet balance with a bready malt flavour . triples often taste too much of alcohol for me i like this one . well rounded smooth flavour . m moderate body moderate to high carbonation . d very drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
picked up a bomber looking for something different to drink during the final days of summer . a poured a hazy and cloudy yellow color little head what was there appeared to be foamy and soapy . s smell was of ripe granny smith green apples tart and sour but natural and organic nothing too artificial . t taste really did not have much apple in it pretty typical light golden unibroue brew . lots of spices and sweet flavors . m moutfeel was bubbly and warm . d easily drank this bottle but did not enjoy it so much . it lacked what i was looking for and truly teased the sweet apple flavor .,aroma,0.9,1
another unimpressive lcbo import . lighty saaz hopped . malty sweet dry and sour finish creamy . fizzy carbonation . floral perfumy . typical ontario fare . very foamy head on yellow that dissipitates too slowly not bad drinkable for a pilsner . mild .,aroma,0.4,0
pours out a very dark hazy murky brown with a tan head that fizzes down like a coke . not impressed with the head . smell . nice and warming . has a sharp peppery aroma at first accompanied by a nice creamy sweetness . fruity with raisons . slight roasted malt flavor to it as well but overall pretty sweet aroma . taste . very earthy slight leather flavor . as it sits in my mouth i get a good amount of roasted malts . flavor is sweet but not nearly as sweet as what the aroma suggested . slight dry fruit flavors of the raisons and just a little dehydrated peaches and as it warms some corriander . overall the leather and earthy flavors dominate . is initially warming but after swallowing it cools my mouth almost like a menthol characteristic . mouthfeel . i found this one to be quite thin . carbonation is quite present but it just seems empty to me . where s the . . overall not a bad beer but is on the bottom of bsda list . nothing really stands out to make it a great beer . their tremens is a whole lot better .,aroma,0.8,1
a very light golden color that is clear to see through . little to no head . has very minimal lacing that last for a quarter of the beer . s smells exactly as described on lable . strong smell of citrus and lemonade flavorings . t taste like a very light beer with . you guessed it lemonade . i ve never had a beer like this before . if you do n t like lemonade or lemons for that matter this is n t for you . m huge gulps not recommended . more of a wine cooler feel to it . d very easy to drink . it s like lemonade on a hot day . i think it s great if you want to drink a ton in the sun and not get drunk and dehydrated . you could drink but i do n t know how you could before you overdosed on citrus and vomitted .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer was served very clear and a nice light straw color . the head was white and somewhat thin and not long lasting . there was a lot of carbonation that lasted almost until i finished the pint . the aroma was nonexistant . i was at a cajun restaurant so the smoke from the bar and the spices from the kitchen may have wiped out what little aroma there was in the beer . i was surprised with the bitter bite of the first several sips . not much complexity but it was thirst quenching . the mouthfeel was light . this was a good session beer with cajun foods . it did not wrestle with the food for flavor or aroma . it is better than a glass of water or a coors light .,aroma,0.4,0
recently sampled this on my vacation to ireland this past week . this was my first pint in the emerald isle drank during the man city man yoo match in the hotel pub in newmarket on fegus county clare . review conducted upon written notes . color is a dark rddish gold with a mediocre cap of head and sparkling clear body . the nose is based in hops but these are masked by an adjunct aroma likely corn . not appealling . taste is bitter and somewhat lacking in flavor . ends in a crisp finish but an astringent aftertaste . mouthfeel is creamy but thin.one dimensional and boring . not a good first pint for any country in my opinion . i probably wo n t be sampling this again any time soon . not recommended .,aroma,0.4,0
i struggled with the cork for a while and found that there was n t a great deal of pressure in the bottle it soon came out without even a nun s fart worth of expulsion . jet black and no head formation to speak of . smelled of coffee coffee grounds even vanilla dried fruit red licorice and alcohol . slight smokiness . tasted pretty much as it smelled and i found black hole far too sweet to be drinkable . in an attempt to trick myself into enjoying it i tried to put it into context with similarly sweet drinks like port or dessert wines but without the acidity it did n t hold up . the lactic dairy creamer attributes were off putting as well . mouthfeel was thick and oily with very little carbonation . it s rare that i do n t finish a beer unless i spill it on myself or pass out without drinking it in which case i ll finish it the next morning . but the two of us were grimacing with every sip . i m still looking forward to trying their other stuff and i know they are sought after for their challenging and experimental beers . i ll just have to concede this particular challenge .,aroma,0.7,1
serving type . oz bottle appearance dark black tan monster thick inch head tons of lacing bout as nice looking as a stout can get . smell whiskey coffee roasted malts vanilla chocolate . dark fruits like plum and rasin some molasses and alcohol smells nice . taste hmm starts out mild chocolate malts and some rather light bourbon . not very flavor heavy everything is mild smooth and easy to drink . coffee and chocolate is rather weak and the vanilla aroma is near nonexistant . mouthfeel way to light on mouth for being a barrel aged imperial stout . tounge gets some bourbon coffee and malts . palette gets remaining malts and some sour from the bourbon . aftertaste is bland and weak . overall was excited after pouring smelling then i took a drink wow dissapointing . the regular breakfast stout was amazing this isnt . expensive bland weak flavor not very happy about this one . can name alot of better barrel aged beers pass on this one .,aroma,0.9,1
looks light sort of an ale and claims to be one tastes like a light lager . pours light golden color very carbonated . very little bit of sweet smell tastes like a plain lager with a hint of citrus in the background . overly carbonated feel . overall not exciting at all not bad but definetly not too memorable . this might make a great craft beer introduction to a hardcore bmc fan but otherwise there s not much to this .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a golden caramel color with head with pretty big bubbles almost like soap foam . the foam does n t take long at all to dissipate . smells of yeast and not much else . the flavor is n t too bad but not too good either . it s pretty sweet and just barely bitter enough to finish fairly clean but there really is n t a whole lot of flavor there . the mouthfeel is very creamy and not harsh at all . all in all it s fairly drinkable mostly because there is n t a whole lot to complain about unless you like beers that taste like beer .,aroma,0.4,0
typical looking adjunct lager straw yellow with a little head that dissolves right away . typical smelling adjunct lager grainy corny and sweet . crisp vegetable flavor but more than the average adjunct lager . nice body and pleasant aftertaste as well .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer did n t leave much of an impression on me . my prominent reaction was one of disappointment this beer has some nice qualities most notably a pleasant smell but lacks much else and has a very flat mouthfeel which really detracted from my enjoyment of this beer and would lead me to not recommend it . whole stein pours black and lifeless with virtually no head and a bit of thinness in the body detectable as early as the pour from the bottle to the glass . aroma is a pleasant sweet coffee smell . flavor is preceded by a hit over the head of flatness and lack of carbonation or mouthfeel complexity . this beer is flat and thin and that ruined most of what came after it the taste . there was some reasonably intense coffee notes but those were n t enough to make me re try this very understated beer . i would not recommend this beer . i got my bottle at three cellars in franklin wi .,aroma,0.8,1
a very dark brown almost black with ruby highlights . little to no head to speak of . has the appearance of coca cola . s reeks of salty soy sauce alcohol and an underlying hint of sweet cocoa . the smell is quite repulsive . t initially i tasted very little . the second sip was all alcohol followed by chocolate then vanilla . the aftertaste is overwelming sweet malt . m thick like milk mixed with whiskey . covers and coats all the parts of the mouth and lingers for a long while . d not very drinkable refreshing or pleasant . oz . was too much . my cents i bought a oz . bomber of this and poured about oz . into a small glass . it smelled so repulsive i could hardly bring myself to taste it . the taste was much better than the smell but still quite unpleasant . i guess i m not much for the american strong ales .,aroma,0.2,0
from notes . had on tap at churchkey at their stone total tap takeover event . this was the irs aged for months in bourbon barrels and i tried it side by side with a irs . a pours a dark dark black color with one inch of light tan head and low carbonation evident . s smells of bourbon oak vanilla dark fruit roasted malts and choolate . smells amazing like the normal version with some oak and bourbon . luckily neither was overwhelming . t tastes of smooth oak bourbon vanilla roasted malts chocolate and light coffee . a touch hot . m medium to full body and low carbonation . easy to drink for the high abv . d i loved this beer i sampled stone beers and this was my favorite one . i like the normal irs a lot but liked this a little better . the smell was amazing to me . i thought the taste was a bit hotter than the normal irs but that s to be expected . would love to try again sometime .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a hazy orange ish color with yellow hints and an off white head . in the aroma quite spicy cinnamon dry alcohol kind of like rubbing alcohol . in the taste orange and or coriander a cinnamon spice and dry alcohol all the way through . a smooth and medium to big bodied mouthfeel with a semi dy orange citrus and spice in the aftertaste . alcohol is too big kind of smells of rubbing alcohol or like hairspray .,aroma,0.3,0
schneider aventinus weizen eisbock ml . . abv brewer private weissbierbrauerei g. schneider sohn gmbh style eisbock glass brandy snifter appearance the head which i expected to be nonexistence at this alcohol level burst forth from the pour and crackled as it formed a ring of carbonation . the victory was short lived however as the tan head receded into deep plum waters . aroma very complex . banana clove butter bubblegum and hints of alcohol . taste at . abv i was expecting a much more potent blast of alcohol . in fact it s remarkably well hidden beneath layers of flavor . it s spicy maybe that s the cloves and it bites upfront . towards the back there s some banana bread wheat and just the tiniest hint of hops . mouthfeel a little syrupy and slick . surprisingly lively carbonation towards the end . harmony a very nice brew that intensifies many of the deep alluring flavors of aventinus . the comparatively thin mouthfeel detracts however from the richness of its cousin . would i get it again . yes though not as a regular drink . bottled . bottle served january price . at whole foods,aroma,1.0,1
yep it s a black beer . was n t put off but was n t impressed with it . it started well with a nice head and aroma . sweet fruit and coffee flavors not too heavy . needs to be very chillled to get a good flavor . this would make a good summer beer for a bbq with sweet sauces and savory meats . since it s not too heavy it would work well for a summer night feast .,aroma,0.8,1
i bought this beer on tap on a cold day looking for a dark beer to warm up . the beer was served without head in a pint glass . the color was not as dark as i expected for a stout but it looked nice had a nice roasted smell to it . then i tried it . the beer had absolutely no ballance . i like coffee and dark stouts but did not like this one . i felt like i was drinking beer that someone had thrown ashes into . all i could taste of this beer was the roasted nature of the malt . i had the beer with a very strongly flavored goat cheese and mushroom pizza and still found the beer too dominant for the food . if i had n t just paid for the beer i would n t have finished it at all . this is the first offering from bell s that i have been dissatisfied with .,aroma,0.8,1
i really really like guinness extra stout so my cousin told me to try this as well . it s good but not as good in my opinion . oz nitro can poured into a glass . a pours brown and turns black after it settles . has a really good creamy tan head . s chocolate sweetness roasted malts and coffee . it really fits the style . t same as it smells but a little stronger . compared to guinness it may have a slightly stronger flavor . i rated it a bit lower on flavor because it has a metallic flavor iron . it s really unfortunate because if it was n t for the metal tinge to it i would be much more inclined to drink it . m very smooth and creamy . though i found guinness to be creamier . in keeping with the style it is also dry . d despite the weird metal flavor in it i still think it s a drinkable beer . i probably wo n t buy this again but i m glad i have something to compare my guinness extra stout to now .,aroma,0.9,1
large foamy light tan head . the body is a deep ruby brown . it s a very aromatic beer . right after i poured it i could smell the floral fruitiness of it from feet away even with mild sinus pressure . very pleasant aroma . i may have picked up some caramel in the flavor as well as some sharp citrus aspects and some sweetness . there was something else that i could n t place and ca n t seem to describe . it was a little bit of a dissapointment due to it s lack of complexity compared to some of the other belgians i ve had . good beer ok belgian .,aroma,1.0,1
pours semi clear orange yellow with a small egg shell head very good lacing . smell is of hops floral and citrus . taste is tangerine lemon grapefruit a little caramel and a touch of wood bark end is very hoppy but not over bitter . very nice brew overall .,aroma,0.6,1
this review is for the edition of ipa . this beer poured a brownish orange with a white head that lasted most of the beer with a good amount of lacing . the color of this beer seemed very orange but it still looked very inviting . the aroma was a very strong floral aroma with hints of a dry malt and grapefruit . the taste of this beer is hops . there was a very strong hop taste that made this beer very bitter the was a very hint taste of the malt and that seemed to be pretty dry . the mouthfeel of this beer was good with the thickness being about average for an ipa and the co being just right . all in all another great beer from sierra nevada . give it a try if you get a chance .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance is hazy straw yellow with good head surviving the clumsy growler fill from whole foods . thin head seems here to stay . pleasant aroma phenolic with some banana and a bit of sulphur . taste is a superb hefe light banana and strong clove . amazing flavor wow . mouthfeel is warm and thick with a gentle tingle . warmth is stands out . overall this beer is a real experience one that i do n t expect in this style . perhaps the hefe for big beer lovers .,aroma,0.7,1
i am a fan of leinie . i started drinking leinie in college and it has remained a strong favorite of mine when i drink beer . several of their beers i am partial to especially the northwoods lager . now i included background because i think this is a bad product . i might have been considered biased because of previous likesfor this brand this beer is not good . head is small and mild . it tastes like a watered down english brown . the sweet overtones are off for this style almost like maple syrup and almonds . mouthfeel is way too soft for style and color is too light . comparing this beer to similiar styles like samuel smith s nut brown is insulting to sam smith . if you are looking for a heavier cold weather beer . keep looking . i could have finished this six pack . .but i let the sink have it .,aroma,0.7,1
milwaukeecrusher provided an excellent trade and for this bottle i thank him . oz into a delirium tremens goblet . not the boldest looking brew cw s coffee stout looks more like a beefed up brown ale or a robust porter than a true stout . thin sepia chestnut body with a wispy ring of tan foam . below average head retention but the aroma more than makes up for a lackluster appearance as it brims with bold espresso and sweet chocolate notes . literally smells like a mocha frappucino . gooey caramel malts and a kiss of herbal hops round out the aroma . one of the best smelling coffee beers i ve had recently and the malt backbone is nothing to scoff at either . the flavor amplifies the roasted coffee qualities while laying down dense layers of earthy malt and bitter baker s chocolate . hops are floral and a bit grassy while the finish lingers with more java and lots of graininess . mouthfeel is as expected a bit thin but nicely carbonated with a medium body . overall brewhouse coffee stout is amazingly aromatic but could use a few tweaks here and there with regards to the appearance and mouthfeel . still it s a must try for any lover of coffee beers .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to nevins for this one from a remote little corner of the country that i most certainly do not have regular access to . i believe this one was brewed on dec. so it should be in pretty good shape . also it has an odd bottle size . i initially thought it was a oz . bottle but after it was poured there was only about an ounce left . i reexamined the label and it says pint . fl . oz . so basically it has ounces of beer . ok glad that is cleared up . appearance the bottle is nice plain and simple with mostly green print on a white background to highlight the important stuff and black print for the rest . the peeper ale poured a nice slightly transparent slightly hazy yellow color . the head was big and bubbly and lasted a very long time . stellar head retention . smell citrus is the dominant aroma here but some light hops and a touch of malt push their way through to the nose as well . taste the peeper ale is much hoppier than i expected it to be . it is dry and has a strong grapefruit character to it as well . this is a strong flavored beer but there is a small amount of malt flavor to balance it out . the aftertaste is bitter and just continues to keep the palate dry . i was surprised to read a few of the reviews here that said this was a sweeter beer . i do n t get that i just get hops grapefruit and bitter with only a hint of malt not nearly enough to call it sweet . mouthfeel for such a hopped up beer this is pretty light on the system . it is highly carbonated and that combined with the dryness of it make it extraordinarily biting and thirst quenching . in the past i have often described beers with a lot of carbonation and hops as being capable of ripping the taste buds out . this one does n t rip the taste buds out but it is very palate cleansing which seems that it would lend itself to a wide variety of foods . in fact i am currently enjoying it with some deep dish pizza that s got a lot of dry flaked pepper on it . very spicy and this is a fantastic beer for it . overall i m pretty impressed with this tiny little brewery from maine . i was n t sure what to expect but this beer still surprised me . it is hoppy and has a big bite but at the same time it feels very light . at . this would not be a bad session beer for a guy who s used to . very good beer drink it with dinner .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle appearance dark murky amber in color with tons of sediment . lots of head leaving lacing . smell some fruity aromas mixed among some malts and bread smells . taste the malts are apparent and sweet and some hops deliver some bitterness to it although seemingly not a whole lot . the taste is super complex and every sip you can pick out different stuff so fruits and spices too . very interesting . mouthfeel medium body accompanied with the awesome smell frothy head and complex taste . drinkability very warming the alcohol is not so apparent but i can feel it after i finished it . personally one if plenty for me . overall it was a great beer . not my favorite style and i admit i know very little so far of this style but this is one of the better examples i have had . i would give it another tasting .,aroma,1.0,1
pouring this ale produces two fingers of whispy tan head that slowly leaves nice lacing on the glass . the body is a beautiful ruby red displaying excellent clarity . the aromas are relatively straight forward with caramelized sugars and a raisin smell in the background . a sugary sweet flavor gives way to a prune and watermelon fruit sweetness . a faint hop presence is notable throughout . some spice flavors are represented by cloves and black pepper . the finish is relatively short and clean with a few red wine flavors . some milk chocolate and cream flavors are added to the finish as it warms . the mouth presence is quite spicy medium in carbonation and very clean . drinkability is very good . the flavor balance is good and this goes down easy enough to enjoy more than one at a time .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a bright straw color into a duvel tulip with three fingers of fluffy white head . strong aroma of hoppy lemon . herbal taste up front followed by fruity hops parsley and a bit of soapiness . moderate to high carbonation and a nice light mouthfeel . very refreshing and easy to drink but i could n t quite get over the overall flavor which was an odd combination of a very nice ipa and lemony dish soap . glad i tried it but one was plenty .,aroma,0.9,1
dark brown ruby in color with a fair sized medium tan creamy head . nice lace in the glass . very appealing sweet malty aroma with caramel and toffee notes . medium body to the beer though the finish starts out unsatisfyingly light almost watery . things improve as the beer warms however with a nice toasty aftertaste developing to compensate somewhat for the thin body . flavor begins with a strong taste of caramel malt and a mild too mild imho roastiness . hop flavor is understated . drinkable beer but too wimpy to be a a great schwarz .,aroma,0.9,1
this is a solid brew . a nice golden color it smells lightly sweet . think honey and a touch of floral hops . taste is similar . honey sweetness straw and a touch of alcohol minus the burn . crisp . simple . clean . i could have a few as i find it pretty enjoyable . good effort .,aroma,0.9,1
so each year i buy this beer yet i was devistated last year after buying a case oz of the series of this . it was terrible and had a finish of rubbing alcohal . i actually bought pure vanilla just to mix in my glass in order to finish it . not at all the verisons that were utterly fantastic . so for poured into oz tulip glass a very little head unless poured straight down from bomber . yet has a nice lacing on the glass when swirled around . nice amber orange hue . s fantastic just as every year southern tier has made this in the past . wonderful pumpkin smells with that all spice aroma lingering . t well here is where this year i m glad i only bought . it is a huge improvement over whatever disaster happerned in but as soon as i swallow there is no pumpkin flavor on the palate . i sip over and over hoping the taste would stay in my mouth but it never does . like coffee s great smell but then you taste and it s not at all the same . m it wasnt a heavy beer at . and that s down from . the previous years . lightly carbonated and had a crisp finish as well . o if someone asked would i drink this again my answer would be yes cause it was a decent beer . but i would say no if i were looking for a pumpkin flavored beer with that wow factor .,aroma,0.8,1
i first want to say i was disapointed with this beer . it poured well looked great and has a good aroma but it was not to my liking . it left a bitter almost a burnt taste in my mouth . perhaps i m just not accustomed to this style of beer but it just did n t hit me the right way . i m not saying it is a bad beer just one that i would not buy again .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bomber into a oz glass a very dark coal color with a very thin creamy tan head . small amount of lace around the edges s roasted coffee and dark chocolate hit the nose first . then as the beer warms up the hops begin to pop out . very sweet smelling as well as the presence of alcohol t initially it was more bitter then i expected from the aroma . the chocolate seemed to have a strong bite in the forefront of the palette as did the hops but as you allow the beer to linger in your mouth the roasted coffee and malts began to come through with its hoppy background . m very big bodied taste however it did n t seem to linger as long as i hoped it would . i enjoy a stout which you can taste a few minutes after each sip but it seemed to be missing from this brew . perfect carbonation however very light but just enough to clear the palette and give the beer an edge d very robust stout . i enjoyed sipping this beer but i would save it for a night you are really craving a stout . overall i was satisfied with this beer . i was hoping for the flavors to pop out more and i was a little surprised at the bitterness of this stout . i also wanted to continue tasting this beer after i was done but it did n t linger in the palette as long as i hoped . over all very good stout,aroma,1.0,1
a very pale yellow reminds me of pee . non existint head . s has a slighty sweet smell but not much there . t very light with a slight sweetness . m extemely light bodied maybe even lighter than water if thats possible . d drinkablity is good . an easy beer to pound and get drunk on . thats really the only thing its good for . the price is ridiculous though . not even worth it .,aroma,0.4,0
sidepoured into a schfferhofer weizenbier dunkel glass from a bottle at sxf airport berlin . a three finger head of nice cream and decent thickness . very hazy caramel brown colour . sm wheat cream hops . moderate strength scent . kind of disturbs the nose almost to point of sneezing . t wheat body then an absence of flavour before the blond barley finish comes in . poorly balanced . a very poor approach to a dunkelweizen . i m learning to despise this style as a bastardization of the dunkel style . mf coarse more dry than a dunkel ought to be . stalls on the tongue forcing you to endure its foul flavour . dr horribly priced though in fairness i purchased it at an airport . but sweet bejaysus lads leave this one where it belongs on the shelf .,aroma,0.3,0
not a bad beer . i didnt have a pint glass to pour it in so i cant really judge the presentation but overall not a bad beer to drink . the taste was good and refreshing . it was my first scottish ale i ever tried . so give it a try i think you will enjoy it . remember dont be afraid to try new brews and also respect beer .,aroma,0.4,0
a black pour with decent head s serious coffe aroma fairly one dimensional in the coffee aroma smell t coffee taste very present but not really pleasant tasted more like old coffee that had been sitting around the office or like somebody s coffee breath earthy hops underneath that added to the stale coffee flavor not balanced enough with malt creamy creamy flavor m fairly creamy but medium d i would n t come back to this one again .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a light straw color with a white head that hangs around for a while leaving a decent amount of foam around the glass . the smell is good mainly of blueberries but in this one there is a stinky smell just sort of smells like ass . do n t know if it s just this bottle or maybe my glass do n t really think this one is possible but on top of the nice blueberry flavor there is a definite ass smell . the beer redeems itself in the flavor department . delicately fruity not overpowering and certainly not faked the blueberries come through the wheaty background of the beer in the perfect manner . the mouthfeel also fits the style of this beer pretty well my only thing is that there is quite a bit of carbonation but the light medium body is nice it helps convey the sessionability of this beer . overall a very solid beer in the fruity beers category . i think the bad smell was a single beer thing not a whole production thing . despite the off stench in the nose i liked every other part of this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
i poured this . oz . beer into a chimay chalice . no best by date apparent . a clear medium to dark reddish brown color the scant head disappeared immediately the belgian cap and lace are minimal . s spicy sweet malt some earthy notes clove a hint of sour fruit . it never gets any better than this folks . t overripe fruit and spice but the flavors are flat the sourness is lacking almost completely and the finish is borderline watery . this will be a drain pour . m light bodied lightly creamy to watery texture moderate carbonation . o i expected something interesting i got a drain pour . if this is a typical oud bruin i guess i finally found a style i do not care for .,aroma,0.7,1
purchased as part of build your own six pack at local grocer . small head on slightly cloudy yellow body . smelled as a typical hefe with an odd metallic twang as well . something else in there too which got stronger as i drank on bratwurst kielbasa . seriously . that smell was n t in the taste however as it came across as a delicious hefe should . nice citrus finish . smooth thick in the mouth . good beer . gon na have to try another and see if that odd sausage smell is present . seriously . bratwurst and kielbasa . no joking .,aroma,0.6,1
it take a more vigorous pour to get the head to develop but once it does it s fairly nice bubbly tannish head with solid retention . chocolate brown hue with hints of ruby around the edges . slight hint of coffee at first in the aroma that s followed by a dark fruitiness some sweetness not really all that roasted but nice . the flavor has a sharp coffee character that moves really quickly into a sourishness almost like eating a raw cranberry without the berriness some hint of that fruit comes in not sure what s going on here but it s all over the place and not very pleasant . coffee grinds finish things out . .not good at all . mf is a little slick and medium in general . this is tough going down and not sure if i can do the whole bottle . going to be a challenge . ca n t help but think that something s wrong . or maybe this just is n t a good brew best before date checks out .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours midnight black with less than a finger of head and not much retention . it does n t look special for an imperial stout but not bad either . s hops milk chocolate maybe some coffee as well . not a terribly complex smell but its really appealing nonetheless . t bitter hops up front a bit of raisins dark bitter chocolate and a bit of alcohol heat . i must admit that even as a confessed hop head the aggressive hop profile seems oddly paired with the strong stout flavors . m medium bodied lots of crisp carbonation on the tongue and while finishing dry the taste leaves a long aftertaste of bitterness and some chocolate . o certainly a good imperial stout for the money but there are much better to be had .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a deep red with a very small tan head . smells of roasted barley and almost a nutty scent with a red wine backbone . taste is a barleywine for sure the red wine presence is there and actually pretty nice the is not noticable at all . mouthfeel is a a little light and carbonation is fairly high for a barleywine . overall decent beer not anything to crazy but i do n t really think it was worth the almost dollars for a oz .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a pint glass . a a nice deep brown with a good vanilla colored head on it about two fingers thick . recedes quickly but laces the glass nicely . s gorgeous nose on this . roasted coffee chocolate toffee caramel with a bit of a piny hop smell poking in there . t sweet caramel malts hit first and are abruptly punctuated by a bitter resiny hop taste . this erodes into roasted coffee chocolate malt finish . there is a lot going on here . my one complaint would be the resiny hop taste does n t complement the roasted chocolate flavors in my opinion . still it s an interesting brew with a complex bill . m theres good carbonation in this . it feels slightly lighter than most porters i ve had but its not necessarily a bad thing and i think that the slightly lighter feel works better given the hoppyness it exhibits . o this is an interesting creation from pretty things . lots of malts lots of hops . overall this all comes together well but i would have to say that this is not a particular favorite out of their selection . still definitely worth a try all of their stuff is .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle into a tulip . this is one of the most unique beers i have ever had . i am not saying it is one of the best . in fact it is pretty average except for its intrigue . the pour is not very impressive as it pours a dark brown red . this beer really does smell just like pb j . the taste is more of jelly however there is almost no carbonation and borders more on a wine feel than a beer . i think it is worth a try since it is unique and not something you will have all the time . i might try it again however i would not consider this a beer or even know how to classify it .,aroma,0.8,1
pours finger of beige head . fades to a thin ring . color is a clear copper amber . aroma a lot of oak . toasted coconut and marshmallow flavors . brown sugar and caramel . some vanilla . a lot of malts . taste very rich and sweet . a ton of toasted coconut and oak . some marshmallow . caramel and toffee sweetness . vanilla and brown sugar . mimics the nose with the exception of some alcohol here . mouthfeel boozy smooth cloying . medium to full bodied with a medium amount of carbonation . ends sticky and sweet . overall the sweetness was a bit too much for me . very cloying . this one tasted fine but it was really hard to drink a lot . edit the more i drank of this beer the harder it became to drink . i could hardly finish a few ounces .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a dark amber color with about one finger of white fluffy head that stays and leaves lacing throughout the beer . very nice scent potent citrus and floral hops . the taste was citrus fruit upfront with average bitter hop presence . some sweet malts coriander and pine are also present . light bodied very smooth and very creamy low carbonation . this was a good ipa it was pretty easy to drink though it is filling . it could have had a more bitter hop flavor for an ipa but it was still a very good beer .,aroma,1.0,1
this is a decent ipa . when i drink an ipa especially a strong one i think of dirtiness a certain earthy quality . this beer partially fulfills that ideal . the smell is the best part of this beer very hoppy and dirty . the taste is good but i feel that it s a bit weak compared to dogfish head s minute ipa . however the taste does build for a bit longer than most . overall a good ipa but not the best i ve had .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance is dark copper leading towards amber with no signs of head or lacing . clear . aroma is earthy piney hops maybe simcoe balanced quite nicely with a bready malt backbone . the flavor is nice and hoppy with a tiny sweet malt note but about halfway through it gets very harsh tannin like and a little tinny towards the end . not the greatest lasting impression . mouthfeel is a bit too highly carbonated but average for a bottle in this style . i would n t buy it again but i d get it on tap if it were the best available . too many other fantastic choices out there for this one to rise to the top .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a cloudy brown color with a below average head . great bavarian weizen smell of of banana and wheat that unfortunately is not backed up by the flavor which is mildly wheaty with lots of carbonation . this was an ok dunkelweizen but there are much better ones out there .,aroma,0.9,1
we really think its a beautiful beer . very nice color . very deep deep red orange copper almost color . but . the carbonation is a little low for a belgian strong dark ale . fruit a licious . . . . definately some alcohol . get dried fruit notes . raisins prunes . etc . very very nice . very complex . overwhelming . again . veryvery complex . lots of rich fruityness big alcohol big hop bitterness . bittersweet finish . i get a little candy ness . kind of like the dry tortugan christmas candy fish . drop me a beer mail if you to know the story . i think the bitterness is really too much for the style . we like the body . just right . if it was a bit thicker with a bit higher carbonation i.e . if it was a woman running down the beach in a bikini . we would n t look away we d give it a . this is a big big beer . really . .i think the alcohol and hop bitterness kind of wears on me . i could n t do more than or small glasses . its like a piece of dark german chocolate . its good . but you could n t eat more than a piece or two . this review was a joint effort between sean mateo and derren .,aroma,1.0,1
i tried this a year or so back and was very disappointed . i was super shocked to see how highly it was regarded here . so i decided to revisit this brew with the thought that maybe i had a bad one . this was from a bottle poured into a chilled pint glass a nice brown reddish amber color . good head but not too frothy . looks delicious . lacing really good on the glass while drinking . s strong alcohol smell to the nose mixed with vinegary overtones . the same as the last time i tried this beer . which is what turned me off in the first place . not a pleasant nose on this one . no other noticeable complexities. just vinegar and alcohol . t tastes like a alcohol heavy beer with a vinegary aftertaste . the flavor is not unpleasant upon sipping initial flavor is good . the aftertaste was just so overwhelmingly bad and came so quickly it ruined it and made it hard to describe what was good about the initial flavor . m not too bad . not too light or heavy . did not feel like i had to chew the beer but it was not a lawn mowing beer either . o i m just not happy with my experience with this beer . i am really shocked at how highly it is rated here . it is so hard to get past the alcohol vinegar smell taste with with one . i ve had plenty of beers with higher alcohol content that were not so strong with the alcohol on the tongue . is it possible that i got bad bottles . could be . but i m not gon na get this again anytime soon .,aroma,0.2,0
i do n t like this beer . it taste way too bitter and sour for my taste . it s really unflavorful and one of the worst beers that i have ever had . i tried to at least give it some sort of love since it s a california thing but i just could n t do it . sorry but it s just not the best thing that i have ever drank for sure .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer was consumed from the tap at mac s on south blvd in charlotte . looove this beer . it s hard to rate it as a belgian strong ale so i rate it as a belgian strong spiced ale . as belgian strong dark it does n t hit the major points other than it being a little malty and having a lot of funk notes . so . appearance is a beautiful ruby red brown body that s fairly translucent and has a white thin head that disappears quickly . smells of sweet potatoe maple brown sugar cinnamon giner and toasted sweet malts . some caramel notes and a little bit of biscuit as well . taste of belgian yeast funk undertoning notes of brown sugar caramel candi red apple sweet potatoe ginger and clove . there s a slight alcohol burn at the end but it s fairly pleasant too . very nice and spicey mouthfeel . easy to drink but the spices do get a little overwhelming about of the way through,aroma,1.0,1
had this one on tap at a bar just down the street from the brewery smell of biscuity malts color a classic amber tastes of german malts little to no hop presence abv quite high for the drinkability and as such it makes a good session beer if you do n t mind partying a little hard . overall an average sample but one i d order again .,aroma,0.4,0
poured out a very orange tinted golden color with a massive fluffy white head . soapy lacing stayed behind . very crisp aroma of burnt sugars yeasts and nutmeg . the flavor comes in waves . but my oh my does it do wonders . very sweet alla round like a caramel cotton candy . but let me finish . initially a very caramel malt flavor fades into a good bitter hop on your tongue then the aftertaste is all sugars . i love it . i could see that most people wo n t like it so much because damn this is sweet . creamy mouthfeel with not quite enough carbonation from a belgian for me . highly delicious . very tight . very sweet . and drinkable . to a point .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle bought from the vineyard belfast . poured a deep coppery brown amber colour . slightly off white head poured quite foamy and faded to light ring . no real lacing . aroma toffee caramel maltiness with very light toasted notes brown sugar sweetness nice rich creamy fruitiness figs and dates biscuity notes fruit cake slight leathery notes some spiciness some rum perhaps light hops . taste rich toffee maltiness spicy fruits dates and figs nice warming alcohol notes bready treacle light hops cutting through the sweetness some light nuttiness . feel quite smooth oily notes . medium body . pretty drinkable considering its strength . overall a excellent example of a wee heavy . .recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
pours brown but appears black in the glass . bountiful foam above the black body . caramel and black malt aroma providing caramel cocoa and coffee hints along with a huge burst of aromatic cascadeflavor though roasty and coffee laden is suprisingly hop accented with a citrusy and extremely bitter blend . i prefer decadent malt in stouts not hop madness .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance is a brown to dark copper color with not much head . the scent is a wonderful molasses . tasted a little malt sweetness up front maybe like molasses or caramel then an earthy or floral hops bitterness in the finish and aftertaste . the more i drank and as it warmed a bit the more i enjoyed it . not as good as some other samuel smith s offerings but quite good .,aroma,0.9,1
currently traveling through se asia and sampling the local offerings . this is fairly popular in vietnam but i have n t seen it elsewhere . beers in this region are almost entirely light bodied lagers meant for fast quaffing in the blazing heat and humidity . all ratings are based on my understanding of the style here . this beer is incorrectly categorized as american adjunct lager a bottle marked w a freshness date this one s days old . poured into a pilsner glass . very pale gold not much darker than champagne . soapy beautiful tight bubbled head that slowly breaks down though not before i knock the beer back and order another . tiny bubbles rise endlessly from the bottom of the glass s virtually no smell like most of this style perhaps a little grainy t very very clean . like most beers of the style leans towards a hint of biscuity pale malt sweetness w virtually no distinguishable hop presence . i ve learned to judge the flavor profile of these beers more after they ve warmed up a bit this does not gain any slick corny sweetness or sour notes mf crisp light nice carbonation w out being overwhelming o really loved this low abv quaffer . i got it in a ml bottle and knocked it back right quick then savored the second w food and picked up some of the more delicate flavor profiles going on . this beer is n t for over analyzing it s for a refreshing finish to a long hot day or pairing w spicy food . this one s a keeper for sure i ve now had it number of times and loved every swallow,aroma,0.6,1
brewed in april . oz bottle . . abv . pours out to a hazy dark amber forming a huge sea foam beige head with very good retention and lacing . the carbonation is very strong producing a huge psssht when releasing the cap . the aroma is very belgian with lots of sour fruit lacto weaker raspberries and cherries dusty basement . the mouthfeel is very spritzy . too much so . light to medium bodied with a pronounced vinous alcohol appearance . the taste is a hodgepodge and i do n t think that this bottle is what the brewer s intended . sour and bilious with a pronounced metal and vinous character . barely any fruit taste . i m convinced that this is contaminated . bitterness is minimal and barely stands next to the pronounced chemical sourness . i m starting to feel a headache come on . yeasty with a strong alcohol finish . i will be returning this pack to the brewers along with my creme brulee java stout . these guys have bottling issues . down the drain . i will have to review this later with a known good sample .,aroma,0.8,1
another of the secret stash brews at rock bottom this came a transparent mandarin with little carbonation . the bouquet was strong on citrus and earth aromatics pine grass and on the palate this did a nice job of delivering the tongue razing hop wallop that i look for in a good ipa . my only gripe with this brew is its lack of balance again the bitterness is forceful and well done yet for a double ipa it almost completely lacks the malt balance to give it real body and strength . that said i d still be happy to drink a second or third one of these . and as with the other stash brews at rock bottom it s great to see a chain brewpub putting out some more daring offerings to compliment the crowd pleasers .,aroma,0.8,1
a the cork is packed pretty tight into the ml bottle . upon opening it was a little bit of a gusher a lazy geyser of foam would have overtopped the bottle had i not poured it into my chimay chalice . bottle per cork . it does indeed pour with a good deal of foam . standard tripel body gold with active carbonation . very good thin lace pretty beer . s as soon as i popped the cork it hit me this is one fruity tripel . pear especially holy crap what a pear bomb in the aroma . you might as well mash up some bartlett pears and bury your nose in . that s what this smells like . strong strong pear . some other fruits but mostly pear and some vanilla wafers . t f i definitely get the pear that was in the aroma but not a whole lot else . hops seem to be somewhat lacking and there s only a light spicy peppery character . a little sweet in the finish with soft carbonation . aftertaste of pear nectar . feel wise i like my triples to be a little more flinty in feel . after the incredibly promising start i have to deduct points . d a mixed bag . certainly a good beer but when you call yourself a tripel you have to bring it when you have titans like westmalle st. bernardus allagash la fin du monde and chimay cinq cents in your style category . the intense pear can get wearisome after a while . .though with the right pairing pun intended or cheese this could be pretty special .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from oz bottle into pint glass . a finger width of light brown coffee colored head . pours a very very dark brown that for all intensive purposes is black unless you hold it up to the light . head reduces down into a nice thick film . some lacing present . s not much here . some light chocolate maybe . t sweet malt and fruits . slightly sour at the end . light toffee and slight roasted coffee flovors . all flavors are slight and disappear quickly on your tongue . m less watery than regular guinness but still a light mouth feel and fairly watery and clean . d slightly more flavor than regular guinness draught . more fruity and tingly but not as creamy . i would say it might be better than regular guinness but it s not worth the extra money . not a bad beer and very drinkable one at that but there is better stuff i would spend my money on .,aroma,0.4,0
i was a little dissappointed in this brew . the head lacked the intensity that i expected and the banana flavor was extremely subtle . somewhat watery but easy to drink . alright finish nothing spectacular . this beers saving grace is a fantastic odor . overall worth trying once but i ll pass on it from here on out .,aroma,1.0,1
a mixed bag of a beer not bad but just too many off flavors and faults . pours that perfect guinness black with a cola like head though lasts longer . smells roasty but not strongly so . taste is roasty and nice except for the strong metallic tin aftertaste . mouthfeel is disappointing wet but not substantial . i m torn on drinkability this is n t bad but the defects are just too annoying .,aroma,0.8,1
i poured this one into a pint glass and got nice white head that quickly morphed into a thin white fluffy layer the beer itself seemed almost clear much like water and only when you have poured enough into your class do you get the familiar light golden color . it had a slightly skunked aroma to it although im quite positive that this is the way its supposed to be that seems to be typical of beers from south america . it was pretty sweet and has a mild tart flavor to it it really reminds me of red stripe jamaican lager but has a smoother taste it has a mild tart aftertaste that isnt too bad . this is certainly a good example of an american macro lager . the beer itself isnt too bad but to tell you the truth i know im not going to buy this beer again .,aroma,0.3,0
vintage thanks chiefbrutus a pours a murky red brown filling to a dark brown body with a rich red gradient at the edges and a medium tan head with good staying power . real pretty . s chocolate caramel cherries dark fruits . nice nose . great complexity . t nice sweet malt profile toffee cherries a touch of chocolate some earthy notes . i ca n t believe this is years old . i ca n t wait to see this in another or or years . m thick and smooth with some real life from the carbonation o this is incredible . it s a bit sweeter than i d like at this point but shoot it s tasty .,aroma,1.0,1
schell s dark was a transparent munich dunkel lager with a light beige head that faded rapidly to a thin collar . the aroma was underwhelming but neutral grainy . the taste was where schell s dark really shone . roasted caramel malt nutty and yes some chocolate too . the mouth feel improves with warming to barely medium bodied but oily and adequately carbonated . the drinkability was excellent . i had purchased it in a schell sampler pack but if i could find it in a six pack i d rush out and buy one or two . a very underrated beer though not aesthetically pleasing enough for a huge rating . for those of you that rated this poorly take another look with an open mind and warmed slightly .,aroma,0.6,1
a nice and dark good amount of head but very tan . as you drink it the head creaps down the side almost letting you know where you last sipped . held this to direct sunlight and unable to see through merely a slight glint of dark red . s light smell of a dry chocolate and a slight bit of maltiness other than that nothing . t strong toasted carmel taste with dry chocolate and a light added dry coffee aftertaste . m smooth thick creamy and average moisture at first . an interesting combination . but as it sits on your tongue it seems to dry out a bit . very nice . d kind of heavy not something you ll drink a case of by yourself in a night but great at any gathering .,aroma,0.4,0
a reddish amber color fully translucent . minimal head with no retention at all . no lacing . s very wine like . some light tannins . strawberry raspberry and grape juice is coming to mind . some cheap malty notes you usually find in cheap fruit flavored drinks . light vinegar . t nice amount of raspberries and acid grapes . but then there is that weird cheap maltiness coming through . meh . nice acidity that kind of surprising . works well with the juicy notes . some weird cough syrup aftertaste . m lightly syrupy with nice tang from the carbonation . perfect for what they were aiming for . o most definitely an experiment . and experimental it was . i m just quite pissed i spent on a sub par beer . meh is the best i can say .,aroma,0.4,0
dude . nucking futs . my first ever experience with a flanders red . i m no longer a flanders virgin . do n t know if this one is over the top or if they re all like this . by far my favorite part of this beer was the smell . very unique . i could tell from smelling it that it was going to be sour but had no idea the extent of sourness . i just sat there inhaling for several moments trying to anticipate what this rare brew was going to offer me . first sip wheeew . enormous pucker wow . sour sour sour sour . i could somewhat taste what was going on behind the sourness but barely . i enjoyed it as something different but i m thinking i need more exposure to this style . i do have a duchesse at home .,aroma,1.0,1
just glancing at the rating scores listed previously i know this is going to be an um interesting beer . . pours a pale gold straw color with a one finger head that settles over time and leaves a small amount of lace . nothing special about this beer s appearance at all . definitely pale . the nose on this beer is not very entertaining . it s lightly fruity but weak in the malt department . kind of boozy . in fact it smells more like mickey s malt liquor than it probably should . not its finest quality the aroma . the taste is rather pungent but otherwise underwhelming . there is just not much going on here worth mentioning . c mon pale ale where are your hops . . . there is kind of an old leather taste in the finish as well which is not a great quality for most beers . mouthfeel is crisp and dry but forgettable . on the whole if i really needed to quench a bad thirst i guess i could drink a few lord chesterfields in a hurry . but it would n t be my first choice . or my second . or my third . etc . for a beer with such a regal name i was expecting so much more .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a light copper dark orange . had a small head that disappated quickly . not much retention or lacing either . not much of a smell very light pine scent and mildly hoppy . taste is much hoppier than the smell lets on however and i ca n t say i m a big fan of this one. medium body and well carbonated not very appealing as far as ipa s go in my book . i m surprised that in people this averages an a . oh well .,aroma,0.4,0
serving type bottle poured into a glass . appearance very good color darker than i expected for a belgian white . smell a very strong citrus smell you can smell the malt as well . taste very good wheat taste a little too bitter for my liking . if you want more of a hoppy taste in your wheat beer go for this over others . mouthfeel slightly thinner than most wheat beers i have had . drinkability very drinkable . easy to enjoy great with burgers pizza and just plain drinking .,aroma,1.0,1
nice dark mahogany color with red highlights good clarity to the beer and topped by a modest tan head . head retention is decent . aroma is a study in subtleties . a little bit of roasted aroma a touch of sweetness . a bit of fruit and a hint of chocolate . each individual component is rather faint but together they are very pleasing and inviting . the taste does n t quite complement the aroma . theres a lot of grainy malt and a bit of dusty cocoa up front . the mid is a bit astringent while still having a restrained sweetness . the finish is dry and rather clean but a slight acrid bitterness shows up in the aftertaste and lingers around in a bad way . mouthfeel is a bit average with the carbonation being a bit too aggressive for my tastes . drinkability is also about average . while i would not pass on the beer if offered to me i doubt i would seek it out either .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz to a sa perfect pint . deep golden bronze with a finger head and a solid retention . strong floral hops fill the nose a nice smooth malt back bone tons of lemon citrus piny very sticky and resin smelling . the taste is just about the same extreme floral flavors so appetizing . big hops big citrus big bitter zest . light on the feel crisp refreshing perfect for anytime of the year . overall i love this beer its the perfect apa .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle . pours a slightly hazy ruby amber with a small head that quickly goes to a thin collar and eventually disappears . the aroma is sweet tart acidic slightly sour cherries and raspberries with a little wood . the flavor is sweet woody cranberries raspberries and cherries with a little acidity and a little funk and a mouth puckering sour twang in the finish . the mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with low carbonation . overall a very nice sour more sour than i remember from other bottles and on draft . reminds me of a soured new glarus fruit beer . this is better than i remember their earlier test versions . odell has been playing with brett but this is the first sour that i know of . very impressive .,aroma,1.0,1
dark opaque . short head decent lacing . looks kind of like a darker coca cola . smell was excellent roasted malt and a distinct vanilla to it . taste was vanilla upfront with a malt sweetness you ca n t miss not terribly complex . the mouthfeel was far too thin almost watery . overall not bad at all . not for everyday consumption but i can see myself wanting one of these again sometime .,aroma,0.9,1
this is not beer this is a blight on all drinkers of alcoholic beverages . a this beer looks like piss s smells of cut grass and uric acid . t dry grass bad syrup and angry women . m thin and bristly like a have shaved um person . d dread full . this is a pox on the land .,aroma,0.2,0
this beer pours a slightly cloudy red color . the head is one inch in height and recedes quickly into minimal lacing . the aroma is of light caramel lots of herbal notes flowers a faint hint of honey juniper . there is a lot going on in this aroma and i really like what i am smelling . the taste a real let down . i was hoping it would be like the aroma but it is rather bland and airy . there is some biscuity malt a hint of flower bed and an strong alcohol presence in the finish . the mouthfeel is full bodied and chewy with a silky texture . carbonation is moderate . overall this is the second sahti i ve tasted and i must say that although i do n t dislike this beer i liked ngne s sahti much more as it had much more in the flavor department .,aroma,0.9,1
ml . bottled on . jesus . this stuff smells like the nectar of the gods . rarely have i encountered an iipa with a nose as complex as this . it s earthy fruity funky dank . wow . dripping with pine and citrus oils . plenty of freshly harvested cannabis . fresh cut wood pine and oak with a touch of cedar . wet grass . candied oranges . apricots and mangoes . behind the woodsiness and sweetness a delicate floral aroma gently emerges . seriously could smell this and be happy . thick oily dark orange pour with a sustained white frothy head . palate screams with balanced excessiveness . oily juicy and resinous hops . tropical fruits . mango and pineapple . slightly woody . chewing on wet oak . definitely a thick but not overbearing sweet malt base . slightly spicy . shit this is good . thick and mouth coating body never becomes oily or cloying . stays surprisingly crisp throughout . wet grass and pine resin on the finish last forever . a wonderful and top notch example of the style . dripping and oozing with oily and resinous hops throughout but still manages to show a wonderful balance . thanks a ton brian .,aroma,1.0,1
i ve got mixed feelings about this . color whitish pale color much like the color of lemonade . aroma strong but nice lemon wheat aroma . seems more like carbonated lemonade than beer . taste lemon upfront that fades to a bitter wheat taste . very much like bitter unsweetened lemonade . light . somewhat refreshing . mouthfeel dry and sour at the same time . unappealing . verdict i really do n t like this much . the aroma was nice but it goes downwards after that .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a lovely slightly cloudy amber colour with an initially full head of white foam which disippates slightly to a thin an perhaps a little insipid ring of film . minimal lacing . colour is nice but it looks a little too static and flaccid in the glass . nice notes on the nose lots of toffee and caramel with a pleasant citric fruit character piping through perhaps a little pineapple which stops the rich malt and caramel from becoming overpowering . perhaps a slight boozy note too but that s subtle if it s really there at all . nice . despite the rather static look of the body there s a glut of tiny overzealous carbonation on the palate which leaves the tongue exhausted by the time it actually starts picking up the other characters . what s there is quite boozy with some strong acetone characters very little of the sweetness present on the nose . it feels as though it s a strong ale that has n t managed to cover its alcohol content . it ends up rather harsh . really this is n t a bad brew but there s certainly something a bit too raw about it . perhaps it mellows with age perhaps is becomes slightly sweeter and the harsher notes become blunted . maybe . hopefully .,aroma,0.8,1
the initial aroma is of sweet and sour pineapple like in an acetic infection . i also get a bare hint of roast . dark dark brown with a big tan head . wtf . . . i get an initial hit of pineapple but this is completely covered up by burnt rubber and a touch of roast . wrong on so many levels . light body with high carbonation . completely undrinkable like almost everything i ve had from this brewery . the bottle is fairly fresh too so that has n t been the issue .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours with half a finger of white foam on top of a slightly hazy copper colored body . the head settles quickly and leaves little lace . s very strong aromas of tangerine it smells like i just peeled the skin off of a fresh piece of fruit . t sweet malt up front with a bit of spicy wheat and lots of tangerine . more citrus juice flavor in the middle and some earthy pith . things finish up with just a bit of tartness and some wheat as well as more of the pervasive tangerine character . m medium somewhat creamy body moderately high carbonation and a slightly sweet finish . d this is a very strange beer with some over the top tangerine character . i mean i expected citrus but this is ridiculous . it really smells like a piece of fruit which works well in the aroma but not so much flavor wise . it has a weird orange soda aftertaste that just does n t do much for me . not a drain pour but really not good .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a ml bottle into my dogfish snifter glass . pours brown in color a slightly reddish hue . it started wit ha thick two finger off white head but settled out to a thin covering that clung to the sides . aroma has the spice and fruit you expect from belgian yeast along with some candy sugar . it also has a little cinnamon and nutmeg in the nose as well . it s a very nice smelling beer . the taste is similar to the nose in that it has the cinnamon nutmeg sugar belgian yeast . i m also getting some apple almost cidery flavors from it . it s sweet but not cloying . there is n t any mistaking it for a belgian beer but it s a good twist on a belgian beer . mouthfeel is medium bodied with moderate carbonation . it s pretty smooth and drinkable for the abv . it s one of the better spiced beers i have had but i probably wo n t be drinking it often . it was great to try very interesting and a very nicely made beer it s just not a style i enjoy that often .,aroma,0.9,1
a straw to gold in color with a monsterous six fingers plus if unfettered foamy head that lasts about one minute . small amount of lacing . intense carbonation is visible throughout . s much better than expected . it has a surprising pleasant floral aroma with some cloves and musty grain . well the musty grain is n t pleasant but it is n t really that dominant . t strong corn flavor with some oppressive cloying sugary flavor and very musty grain . the aftertaste is a thoroughly unpleasant stale sugary gumball like flavor accompanied by musty moldy grain flavors . honestly it s not as terrible a taste as i would expect from a beer that boasts of an increased gravity as opposed to having any concern with flavor . it is still really bad though . m very thin harsh too highly carbonated not really refreshing either . not a single plus here except that it could be parching . d what do you expect . this is a beer designed to get you drunk . that is it s very purpose and reason to exist . the flavor is not supposed to matter . still compared to other malt liquors this does n t seem so bad . i d go with the can though i am sure this would be unbearable were it to come from a clear bottle . who knows . i might have this again if i am drinking objectively .,aroma,0.7,1
got a growler from mikesgroove . shared at the bruery nd annaversary party . pours a golden semi clear color . nice head . nice lacing . aroma is the best part . lots of grapefruit and citrus . tons of hop aroma . taste is great . tons of hops . grapefruit finish . sweet too . reminds me of hop slam a bit . mouthfeel is good . good carb for a growler . overall an awesome beer that i m going to want another growler of . could easily drink a couple pints . but the fuct boyz drank it all . lol,aroma,1.0,1
reviewed bottle pours a cloudy dark brown reddish color . light tannish head diminishing . flowery aroma malty hoppy but very flowery . some alcohol . flowery taste some alcohol and fizzyness . very good . tastes a lot like a belgian triple or strong ale .,aroma,0.8,1
a no pop when i pull the cork pours a lifeless soul sucking pitch black with a big oily slick on top no head s big nose of chocolate coffee vanilla carmel sweetness booze smells pretty damn good t taste is nowhere near as robust as the aroma huge coffee flavour basic sweetness booze gigantic roasted coffee finish m no carbonation heavy mouthfeel dry finish big boozy warmth d another half assed effort from mikkeller no carbonation ridiculous over the top coffee flavour and massive booziness even after cellaring for close to years best before is aug . the aroma rocks but that s about it . i m all for extreme beers but i m tired of ones that fail to live up to their expectations . this was a huge letdown . i think pappat sent me this bottle . thanks .,aroma,0.9,1
a i poured this into a pint glass . it had may be a half finger head and disappeared quickly . has a see through amber color that has me perplexed . it does n t leave you wanting more upon appearance . s smells of fruit with little alcohol or an abundance of hops smell present . t the smell does not let the taste down . fruits and spices which are hard for me to nail down . it s not overly hoppy but the hops do help to balance out the sweets spices . the alcohol did come to the forefront if you let it linger in your mouth . m i thought this beer tasted thin in the mouth . i was not impressed . it could have been more filling and seemed about average to me . o seemed like a solid offering but nothing that blew me away or made me wanting more .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a rich deep black with a thick dark beige head that while not deep is retained for a long while . at first pour the beer is all head then you watch the head recede and see the black beer underneath rise up . if you swirl your glass around its like a lava lamp or something . the black beer and the beige head rise and recede like waves on a beach . smell is of butterscotch and very pleasing . like you are about to have a delicious dessert . tastes good too . like a chewy toffee or butterscotch candy . the mouthfeel is ok creamy and smooth from the low carbonation but no real finish . it just fades away until its time for another gulp . i could see myself drinking a bunch of these without much of a problem . i think this is my new breakfast beer .,aroma,0.9,1
from total wine a super carbonated . foam seeped out of the bottle . straw yellow in color lots of head dissipates slow with decent legs . s minerals malts and earthy hops . t minerals malts and sugar esters . m spicy yet balanced . d not sure if i would purchase again but interesting none the less .,aroma,0.4,0
got this from a trade with heytathanks heyta . oz bottle into a jester king snifter i did this review as a side by side tasting with an bcbs a black as night with an oily film on top . only sign of carbonation is the tiniest ring of bubbles along the outside of the glass . a vigorous swirl brings a bit of life to the head . s chocolate cream pie served with irish coffee and a freshly rolled unlit cigarette on the side of the plate . nice . t bittersweet chocolate is dominant . im so glad this isnt yet another too sweet chocolate stout . the coffee and tobacco shows up long enough to wave hello before giving way to the most excellent bourbon and oak . not getting as much vanilla from the oak as i usually find with other barrel aged beers . possibly the most balanced bal beer i ve ever consumed . hang on i tasted this so many times that i need to get more to finish the review . m not a surprise but there isnt much carbonation to speak of . cant believe how smooth this is though . not as oily as i expected based on the appearance which was nice . the bourbon really comes out in the finish but isnt even close to being too hotand this is a relatively fresh one . o i poured myself appx oz to do this review and had to go back for seconds before i was finished . so much going on with this one . not sure if i will end up preferring this one fresh or with some age on it but ive got a second bottle so ill find out eventually . really loved it .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance brown and clear with finger soap sudsy head that dissappeared in seconds . no lacing and looks quite watery . smell a really nice roasted malt and bready smell . nice nut brown presence . taste a pleasant nut brown roasted flavor . nice malty brew with a good taste to it . some crispness in the finish but nothing bitter at all . mouthfeel here s the problem with it . extremely watery and lacking in body . overall if you do n t mind the watery lightness and low abv to this beer its actual very pleasant in both smell and taste . i m not sure why its bashed as bad as it is . i think its quite respectable and sessionable .,aroma,0.9,1
dark golden to light amber . aroma reminds me of lemongrass or some kind of oriental vegetables like bok choy . good carbonation . tastes kinda lemony and a little like asian cabbage . flavor kinda goes flat . i expected better . not my favorite very hoppy ale .,aroma,0.4,0
the color is almost black with a dark cola glow towards the bottom of the pint glass . the head is enormous light brown and very thick and sticky . pour carefully or the head becomes a pain in the ass because the retention is almost too great . the aroma is surprisingly weak and consists of a vague smell of roasted coffee . taste is initially dry and bitter with a roasted coffee flavor . this flavor is joined by a dark chocolate malt taste towards the middle of a sip which brings a nice balance and rich sweetness . finish has a dry bitter roastiness . overall flavor reminds me more of an irish dry stout than the few english stouts i ve sampled . that said dorothy goodbody s stout is a choice beer find and only lacks in the aroma category . highly recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
clear golden color with a white fluffy head . laces well . not unlike you d expect from a good pilsner except maybe the lacing bit . very grassy on the nose with a touch of pine and skunk . also a bit of a musty smell and a hint of smoky sweet malts . very spicy and lemony on the initial attack with a sour skunkiness on the finish . there s a touch of honey and a bit of grain in there as well . light but creamy body with a solid but not overpowering carbonation . this is a winner in the pilsner category in my book . still lags behind victory s prima pils but that s not a bad thing as that beer is almost in a category of its own . very solid offering from bbc reaffirming my belief that they know what they are doing most of the time .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to mikesgroove for this as an extra . a looks black out of the can and into my dogfish superglass . a finger of brownish head with just a tingle of yellow to it which was weird . spotty lacing . s the nose is awesome . coffee . molasses . malt . cocoa powder . roast . just so much going on . t the taste is much like the nose . the chocolate and roast work really well together . lactose a little bit . the sweetness balances out the astringency quite well . m full bodied and really coats your mouth . nice carbonation . d what a great sipper . this one is under the radar but a great beer . i would always have this on hand during the colder months if it was available .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a de koninck bolleke . pours a cloudy brown with reddish hightlights . big yeasty light tan head that drops after a few minutes . lots of thin lacing . aromas of oak anise bubble gum . no hop aroma . first sip is metallic infected some oakiness brett and a hint of fecal matter . not pleasant at all . the only impression i have while trying to drink this is walking through a barn while breathing through my mouth . brett hay and horse shit . looking at other reviews could call this sour prunes but it still is not an enjoyable experience . mouthfeel is medium coating a little drying . still waiting for this one to turn itself around as it warms . but it s not getting any better . i may have to drain pour this one . my first in a very long time .,aroma,0.8,1
had this beer on drought at the tap room in nyc and the brewery in friesing . served in a tall hefe glass . just looks like the prototype hefeweizen . straw cloudy color . nice head that dissipates after a minute or so . lemon scent with a hint of canned corn smell . the taste is not as good as i think that it was going to be . strong canned corn taste . everyone makes so much out of this beer but i have to say i am quite disappointed . with so many good reviews for this beer i have my suspicions about the place i got the beer . i had two of these and both tasted off . sorry to disagree with the others . all i have to say is that if you are interested in this beer do n t try it at the tap room in nyc . i had this at the brewery in friesing and it tasted the same .,aroma,0.4,0
bottled in well i finally came around to drinking the samichlaus i d kept for heck months now i m not too big at cellaring on one of my need a beer moments . i though about saving it til christmas so to say precisely years later but now i m glad i did n t give it any more attention otherwise i would ve been more disappointed . i poured into my duvel tulip which is my reference glass for body and the ever important head . but this was rather flat if only a small film covering the fluid that did n t make it the most attractive beer . but the looks of it were deep and intriguing unlike the darkness of dark belgian beers this had some germanic element . it looked like syrup too jiggled around the glass in a more viscous than watery manner sort of like whisky . that got my attention . the smell was n t fantastic or abundant . it was very very buttery as i can recall the pattern with an excessively strong alcohol feel combined with the malty sweetness . yes someone had spiked the syrup on my waffles the smell was very much it . then came the cunning disappointment . now i ve tried a few doppelbocks but i m not an expert . i can honestly claim to liking most of them which are moderately sweet . but this was worse than coke . it was terribly sweet and unbalanced the alcohol also making a brutal presence to tame the nose that was already shocked with so much sugar . that was all that could be tasted . no bitterness . the mouthfeel quite literally that stinging feel on the pharyngeal mucus you get when you drink cheap liqueurish is n t particularly something i d recommend . and of course the drinkability of a bomb that does n t even hide the alcohol right certainly drops low on my book as well . plus who d be up for buying and drinking more than one of these . stock up on aunt jemina and cheap rum instead .,aroma,0.7,1
very balanced ipa . has a solid malt flavor with a huge hop aroma . i could use a tad more bitterness but that is just a personal preference . light copper color standard head and a great full mouthfeel . definitely not overwhelming for those who are shy around ipas but wont leave ipalovers disappointed .,aroma,1.0,1
i have a few of these beer from other years that are aging in my basement . i have opened one that was two years out . i thought the beer was ok but nothing special . that is until i had it fresh . appearance pours a nice amber color with red hues . white head that recedes pretty quickly probably due to the high alcohol content of . clarity is good . nose this is what makes this beer . the aroma is that of fresh american hops that have been sitting in the aging tank for a while . this beer is dry hopped every day for a month and the aroma tell the story . citrusy aromas that gram the oral senses and tell a story of freshness . taste for the alcohol content this beer is very balanced there is a lot of hop flavor and residual sweetness that carries the high amounts of bitterness and alcohol . finish there is a little hotness that hangs on the tongue from the high alcohol . overall impression the only ding here is it has a low drinkability . i split a oz bottle with a friend . it was a treat but oz was all i could handle . it is surprisingly balanced and the hop aroma and flavor is a real treat . score my personal taste score was a . jc dog house brewery,aroma,1.0,1
this was best described as the step up from their bintara lager . the guy at bintara told me it was called australian specifically because it used australian pride of ringwood hops . he also said this was known as their premium lager . whatever that happens to mean . it has a light golden body medium carbonation and a filmy loose head . very uninspiring nose . a little sugar sweetness no fragrance no maltiness . not a great nose at all . the taste is not much better . it s probably better than their standard lager but not by much . it has more character a bit more puckery bitterness and the extra alcohol helps it a little . mouthfeel a little lifted not bad . it s drinkable . not great but drinkable .,aroma,0.3,0
cloudy golden color with a white head . big ripe banana aroma that is quite pleasing . malts can be noted as well . taste was a let down from the aroma . low yeast profile with only a slight ripe banana flavor . light in body and relatively smooth . pale malts and wheat . seems to be lacking a bit in hops . lighter body shows in the mouthfeel . good drinkability although the beer s a little rough around the edges . overall a solid beer but not something i d look for again .,aroma,0.9,1
the appearance is n t too impressive especially for a belgian brew . the head poured real fizzy and quick but did t maintain and dissolved into nothing . bottom of the bottle had a ton of yeast sediment . sweet aroma with strong phenol notes . moderately bitter finish that lingers . could use more body becuase it is a touch watery . it does go down easy and has a smooth texture . no lacing is present . the color is cloudy and looks that of apple cider . it says mustard seeds were used but i can not detect any on the taste but can in the aroma . mouthfeel lacks in carbonation also . overall good but not great . i paid . for a . fl oz bottle . aroma is more complex than the taste . bought at the spirit haus in amherst ma . alcohol is more observed as the warmer it gets .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to floydster for this great extra . a beer that i have been looking forward to trying for awhile . oz bottle . a body is a slightly hazy blonde hue . pours with a finger foamy white head that eventually fades to a thick collar and leaves some lacing behind in the glass . i like the haziness of this one but it is a bit more pale than most ipas i have come across . s the nose is pretty great . piny hops are the main character with some grapefruit and other citrus coming through as well . the slightest hint of caramel malt comes through in the background . t the initial flavor is really good and offers great citrus hop flavors with a barely noticeable pale malt backbone . the finish gets pretty bitter . there are piny hop flavors citrus rind bitterness pine hop bitterness and that seltzer like bitterness going on . what lingers is nothing but a medium strength residual bitterness from the finish . m very high tingly carbonation and a body that is much akin to seltzer water . some hop oils can be noticed but are overshadowed by the presence of the carbonation . d this is a pretty good ipa and i would n t mind trying it again . the high carbonation detracts from it a bit but maybe there is a way around that because otherwise this is a great brew .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into trois pistoles snifter . bottled stamped on neck . appearance small tan head with low retention and weak stick . dark ruby body . smell nutty and malty . slight caramel . no hop presence . moderate alcohol . taste earthy nutty coffee and somewhat boozy . bitter aftertaste . mouthfeel too solvent . otherwhise has a nice medium body and good creaminess in the head . overall drinkability first founders beer i did n t really care for . i guess there s a first for everything .,aroma,0.8,1
this is the third brew i ve tried from orkney and i m not sure what to expect . skullsplitter was great red macgregor not . this one was mor like the latter sadly . pours black . pitch black with a nice tan head that drops slowly and evenly to a thick film but leaves no lace . smell is nearly non existent just malt . taste is coffee toffee roasted almost burnt malt light hops and a hint of vanilla as it warms . mouthfeel is smooth ish with a light effervescence and medium body . drinkability is just mor middle of the road . decent complexity and balance but nothing for the nose . aftertaste is light especially for the style .,aroma,0.4,0
been a while since i had one of these so i decided to give it a run . . poured from a oz into a canada pint glass drank the rest of the out of the bottle as it felt kinda weird pouring a into a pint glass . . a pours a golden amber color with a three finger white foam that dissipates real fast . s the only real smell i get from this is alcohol . not too enticing . . t tastes like every other macro lager out there with a sweet finish . the alcohol is not as apparent as it was in the smell . . m light bodied . tastes watered down . . d definitely not something i would buy for the taste but it does get the job done if you want to catch a fast buzz . you pretty much get what you pay for here . i probably wo n t be buying this one again because for some reason it gets me angry if i drink to much of it . all in all pretty good drinkability for someone on a budget and looking to catch a buzz . . cheers . .,aroma,0.3,0
i first enjoyed yuengling traditional lager on a cold winter day after a snow storm passed i was helping my dad cut some firewood . their is nothing like a ice cold brew chilling in the snow after some hard work . this beer was very delightful with a mild flavor . and the price is great yuengling has become my everyday drink .,aroma,0.6,1
sampled on pours very dark and opaque with a very nice brown head that leaves big chunks of lacing . smell is huge sweet malt tons of booze strong aromas of anise and molasses . very strong quite complex and very intriguing . taste is hugely bitter and a little sour very unexpected . the sourness is very odd and it s all i can do the choke t down . mouthfeel is decent but thinner and with more carbonation than i would expect . drinkability is poor the flavor and mouthfeel are not a good combo . overall maybe a bad bottle but not good .,aroma,0.8,1
a this beer looks clean and refreshing pale color leads you think its a thirst quenching beer s not impressed with the smell at all . do n t know if its the saaz but i detect an off skunky smell . do n t really like that smell t thankfully it does n t taste like it smells . it is a quenching beer distinct hoppiness . m finishes with a hint of the skunky flavor . maybe skunky is the wrong word im not entirely sure this beer is for me though . try it youself to find out,aroma,0.4,0
i found this one on tap at the berghoff cafe in the ohare international airport . i must say that this beer really sucks . it smelt very skunky and it was served on tap for crying out loud . it looks just like on run of the mill bmc . it tasted very watery and uninteresting . i m told that some people really like this beer . i sure hope i just got a bad one .,aroma,0.2,0
ml bottled poured a few times into a tulip glass . appearance hazy gold . lots of white fizzy head that hangs around for the entire experience . smell right up front and in your face is yeast . upon closer inspection citrus and honey come through giving way to spice malts floral hops apple cider and pear . taste yeasty citrus honey and sour grapes which i did not detect in the aromas . this beer actually reminds me of a dry white wine . mouthfeel i bit over carbonated and a bit too yeasty . the complexity of the aroma surpasses the simplicity of the taste . medium bodied and quite tart . the after taste becomes a bit nasty after a minute or two which i suspect is due largely to the yeast . this nasty after taste made me want to take another drink which must be the reason i finished off the ml bottle in about minutes . drinkability i tend to think of this as something that should be drank in the summer . it s crisp and refreshing but the yeast is at the forefront of this brew and in the end is just a bit too much . as mentioned i m reminded of a dry white wine which for me feels like over fermentation which has lead to a boozy feeling . after ml of la fin du monde i think i might have to drink some monistat .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to biernutz for this one . poured from a oz . bottle into a sam adams perfect pint . a viscous pour yields a . finger coarse dark beise head with poor retention . beer is one of the only brown ales that i ve seen that s actually brown . near opaque . lacing is sparse and spotty with little cling . s nose is coffee toffee butterscotch and toasted malt . rather rich and deep overall . very aromatic and appetizing . t opens with subtle coffee sourness complemented by toasted malt caramel and bitter chocolate . toffee is detectable in the back towards the middle and end . an unpleasant nutty grainyness not unlike chewing on nut shells appears at the finish and lingers into the aftertaste slightly spoiling the experience . m medium bodied very lightly carbonated slightly lively but generally very smooth and silky . substantial in the mouth this taste like a much bigger beer than its . abv suggests . finish is messy and aftertaste is drying and lingers . d a good beer that really fell apart just before the finish for me . feel is great though and nose complements the flavor very well . worth a try for a twist on the brown ale style .,aroma,0.9,1
it poured with a golden hue and little head . it had a quality to it that i found hard to describe . the malts certainly prevailed over an almost unnoticeable hop profile . beyond that there was an almost off flavor to it that i found enjoyable . other than that it presented a typical lager flavor with virtually no aftertaste . i would n t go out of my way to purchase it again but i m happy that something from india presented itself for me to try .,aroma,0.4,0
pours an orangey copper color with a one finger head . no real aroma to speak of with some very slight sweet grains detectable . taste is very bland with very light malts and hops . slightly bitter . just a really generic apa . mouthfeel is fine but bland . drinkability was fine . very generic beer pretty disappointing .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance this had a nice dark cloudy orange body with a decent head that laced a bit on my glass . smell this one is wrapped kind of tight but the rind hops came out after a while and a touch of sweetness . taste this is fantastic . the oak aging of this ale really comes out in the taste . it carries that lovely french vanilla style oak flavor that some winemakers use to hold their concoctions . the hops are mixed . there is some light floral type of hoppy flavor and some rindy bitter tastes as well . theres also some buttery malt in there to balance things out its presence is significant and important to the ale but the sharp hop flavors carry the day . theres a lot going on in this bottle . the finish is more sharp rindy hops with an orange flavor but not the orange sweetness if that makes any sense . mouthfeel the carbonation is light the body medium and the mouthfeel dry . yep thats an ipa . drinkability this went down exceptionally well especially after tasting a tuity fruity lagunitas . love it or hate it this is very different stylistic and unique . comments i hate to be one of the highballs here but this stuff is excellent .,aroma,0.6,1
i sampled this brew at the king and i in boston . they gave me a very small singha glass to pour it in . which of course yielded to cracks from some people at the table how asians can only drink half a beer there were a lot of asians there and did n t seem to mind the crack . on to the review appearance straw golden color . definitely approaching orange . white head is very airy and lasts for half the glass all oz of it . . smell some sweetness . no hoppiness . very very bland . taste meh mouthfeel little body to try and balance out the alcohol in this malt liquor drinkability i would n t have ordered it if i was n t at a thai restaurant but i would n t hesitate to have it again at a thai restaurant .,aroma,0.3,0
this beer was listed at the drafting room in exton pa as a big beer . must be because of the bottle . anywho nice nose . love the nose . really nice citrusy hops with just a touch of wheaty sourness in there but barely any . just a nice fresh smell . the beer has quite a bit of flavor for only . abv . not too much in the wheat category i get more juicy hops with maybe just an afterthought of wheat . i like this one a lot but not quite as much as bell s oberon this year .,aroma,1.0,1
here is what i can say about this beer a it has a caramel amber color s this beer does n t have a unique smell which might be due to the cascade and clutter hops t it has a well balanced taste m this beer goes down real smoothly d this is a beer that i will drink again,aroma,0.7,1
during a visit to portsmouth we took the opportunity to visit redhook brewery . tried the copper hook copper ale . the color was a light copper with nice carbonation that gave way to a thin white head . the nose was a very faint if any . the taste was good but nothing to make me write a description . the mouthfeel was good and i certainly could do a session with this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
this was my first time for this beer . i have tasted many ipa s from california and this one from green flash brewing did not disappoint me . i had it on tap at the new mad mex in cranberry pa . it s color was lighter than i expected for a double ipa with to abv . it had the classic cascade nose . the first taste includes the extra grapefruity hops . this beer is very well balanced and affords the drinker an opportunity to have more than .,aroma,1.0,1
from oz . have had many tastes but this is the first time being able to sit down with a full glass . foil over cap a bit of rust around the cap hope that is n t a bad sign . an bottle . a golden orange billowing white head that is foamy and very slow to subside . liquid is slightly hazy but i can make out bubbles rising from the other side of the glass . s very fruity at first pears bananas hint of apples and oranges . dust and slight oxidation afterwards followed by typical saison yeast . a bit of malty sweetness to the smell towards the end almost honey like . t malt forward a little bit of hop bitterness than back to almost a cloying malt liquor like sweetness . hints of citrus orange and lemon are present . has not held up well with aging . bread like possibly munich and vienna flavors linger . m medium bodied smooth carbonated but not astringent despite the billowing head and constant foaming . o tasty beer that did n t hold up to one year of cellaring . somewhat of a disappointment on that front as the fresher version s hops balance the malt much more . i m a fan and will still seek out but only when fresh . nice aromas do n t match the taste anymore .,aroma,0.9,1
picked this up at goebbels in wichita . happy to find something from one of my very favorite breweries when i lived in england most cask offering were amazing pours apricot amber with fingers of rocky sand colored head . hazes a bit as the bottle is emptied . crazy lacing head retention s leafy hops not much else t leafy hops biscuitty malt some sulphuric notes plus a bit of citrus hops up front . more leafy hops a touch of pears apricots plus dryness as this warms . finishes fruity dry a bit chalky even with leafy hops mf medium bodied with low carbonation nice balance drinks easy for the abv wished the hops or malt stuck out a bit more but a solid effort this is probably much better on cask i m betting,aroma,0.6,1
i picked this up from the local whole foods and believe it to be my first bourbon barrel porter . a medium dark brown with a very thin head even after a vigorous poor . minimal lacing but a crown remained for the duration of the drink . s some bourbon and booziness but for me the nose was pretty underwhelming . t lots of bourbon up front with nice toasty notes at the finish . there s something that tastes like grape jelly in the middle which i attribute to a mixing of the oaky bourbon with the booziness . overall an interesting and unique taste . m a tad thin for my liking otherwise this had an appropriate level of carbonation and nice aftertaste . d for this beer was quite drinkable and was enjoyable in its uniqueness . as a side note battle creek has always had a special place in my heart .,aroma,0.6,1
a pale yellow large head that disappeared quickly . s not a nice smelly beer . i get a hint of honey but there is some stronger foul scent that pushes through t bitter and acidic at first taste . hint of honey but a not so pleasant after taste . m medium bodied carbs up slightly smooth feeling d as you re taking a sip you get the smell and it s absolutely horrible . stamped date say it is good until july . i can only imagine what it s like when it s skunked . i would never drink this stuff again . and would only recommend it to someone who i want to punish . they ll know better after getting a whiff though,aroma,0.2,0
a translucent orange body sorta lie copper or a slightly lighter orange blossom honey . slight malt notes . a solid malty body chewy and a bit hoppy hell of a lot better than the nose . this is a solid english pale ale solid body of hops and malts nothing to let you down initial taste is a bit bitter with mostly malts . the feel is great perfect for this kind of beer thick but highly drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
a copper with pretty good sized head s a little smokey and spicy with a bit of hop aroma t did n t work for me . i was really curious about this when i saw it but felt the smokey chipotle pepper was a little too overpowering to have a on your own m average for an almost reddish ale d just too much heat . i love good spicy food and hoped this would be a great combination but it just seemed a little too one dimensional to me i would say it s an interesting beer to try but best to have a few friends around to taste with you as i could n t do a whole by myself,aroma,0.7,1
a clear amber with white lacing around the edges s beautiful citrus smell . wonderful t a lot less bitter than a normal dipa . good balance with the malts that it has with it . m medium body light carbonation and smooth d very nice . goes down in no time .,aroma,1.0,1
tecate light . a lighter version of tecate and as in most mexican beers taste best in the summer with a lime . however judging tecate light solo . its just another no frills cerveza . the beer poors golden clear with good carbonation that give a white foamy head for a brief time . the smell and taste are enhanced with grain . the hops help somewhat with the taste so that it is not bread water . mouthfeel is easy especially on hot days . enjoy .,aroma,0.4,0
the pour was a cloudy yellow with alot of carbonation bubbles rising throughout the drink . had absolutely no head . the smell was difficult to find . once the beer warmed slightly it had a light skunk smell . the taste was nothing but water . hell i ve had low carb beers with more flavor . i hope i got a bad bottle . it almost tasted like melted glacier that had been dry hopped with kent goldings . the beer was refreshing but so is water . i m sorry i tried to find something good about this beer but i just could n t . i hope i just caught a bad bottle or a bad batch .,aroma,0.2,0
good summer drinking beer aggressively carbonated main drawback offset by very peachy aroma and some peach in taste . orange appearance . made worth trying by single bottle allotment at wild oats in cleveland . malt yeast and wheat there . more hops please .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap into oversized wine glass a orange golden hazy body with off white head good lacing and retention . s absolutely heavenly . fresh herbal hops minty even along with grassy and citric hops as well . t the hops all come through with a touch of darker fruit and a nice malty backbone serves well . m full with an excellent long finish but not overbearing . d what can i say . it s wonderful . the smell will hook you and the taste will not disappoint . the brilliant combination of hops had me wishing it would never end and even at a relatively high abv it remains highly drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
a great look to this brew . poured from a nitro can into a pint glass it had snow all the way to the bottom of the glass . when settled it left a beautiful two finger head which dissipated only slightly and remained until the very end . the body is a nice golden yellow orange . not a lot to speak of in the scent department a bit hoppy and slightly sweet smelling . the flavor was as the can proclaims smooth and creamy . it could have been fuller however it was quite complex . started bitter became a bit sweet and then finished bitter .,aroma,0.4,0
i do n t like boulevard beers at all . i think it s the yeast strains they use but they all have that same taste on the back end that makes me unhappy . with that said i figured based on reviews and the style i had to give them one more chance . my bad . this was supposedly barrel aged and quad . i m not saying boulevard are liars but they are liars . i did however taste some very faint cherry tartness at the end . this actually faded away after a few more sips . pours a boring color that could be confused with a leinies red perhaps . this beer smells fantastic if you enjoy the smell of wet socks . the taste was like a watered down anything unibroue with a lame attempt at putting cherries in it somehow . the cherry taste like an extract unlike lets say the fantastic new glarus cherry tart . i do n t see the point of spending the money on this when you could snag a three philosophers much easier . that is a quad that looks tastes and feels like a quad with cherry . boulevard is not for me for i enjoy flavor instead of wet socks . i do love their design though and many many many people love their beers . sorry guys but cheers to boulevard for brewing anyways . .,aroma,0.3,0
bought a single bottle from the bier stein in eugene . a light hazy brown s smells like pumpkins . what more could you ask for . t the pumpkin is very front but there is also so many spices like cinnamon cloves and some other stuff i ca n t really recognize m very tasty i really enjoyed drinking this beer d i would probably drink this beer again i m glad i got to try it at least once .,aroma,1.0,1
had this on tap after a newcastle brown with dinner fish n chips . color was a crystal clear deep tan color with a fairly dense light tan head that had good stamina and left good lacing . there was very little nose to speak of just a bit of a sweetness like caramel . the taste was a well balanced trade off of sweet and bitter . there was an upfront bitterness that quickly gave ground to a caramelly sweetness . little aftertaste . the mouthfeel was full bodied fairly flat and creamy . this was a fine beer but not outstanding . it was very drinkable and as with newcastle you can often find this when theres nothing else in the bar restaurant worth drinking and it would certainly get the job done . it also worked very well with the greasy fish and i would imagine any pub food would be good with it .,aroma,0.6,1
bottled months ago poured into tulip glass . f probably way to cold . let warm to before finishing . a dark burnt umber body creamy head about inches settles into wisps of foam a minute later s dark roasted nuts roasted cardamon burnt molasses and creme brulee . t raw licorice root tar pebbles dates figs molasses charred mahogany jelly beans black sea salt all in a malty soup . basically messy liquid sex . m tingly carbo nice heat . super rich churning creamy mouthfeel . tongue does not rest here . d about my th bottle so far never gets old . would be interesting to see if it changes after bottle aging . how can they get this so right and fail so epically on the theobroma . sort of like ford coming out with the gt but also producing the xr ti . different design marketing teams . if this is their winner then they are allowed to fail once on something else .,aroma,0.7,1
best if consumed before appears on the back . my question is what year . do these beers have a shelf life of only a few months . good healthy pee yellow color . and there s that sour peanut smell again . like a pile of dusty peanut shells . seems inappropriate . the taste is manageable with dry slick flavors of water shredded wheat and yogurt . dusty mouthfeel . drink if you must .,aroma,0.3,0
a poured from bottle pale straw color half inch head that sticks around for a little while but not long lots of bubbles . s not much at all to smell faintly malty t light tasting hint of malt m very carbonated almost too much so d could drink this all day long great beer for a day on the boat mowing the lawn or some other summer activity,aroma,0.4,0
this brown ale s coloring is more red than brown in some lights . the amber brown beer contrasts nicely with the minimal light head . a whiff of this beer conjures aromas of vanilla and brown sugar . delightful smell . the taste not so much . there is a distinct bitterness inherent here with a real whallop of malt flavor . i sense nuttiness specifically walnut . the mouthfeel really is overly light and nondescript . there is a sticky feel from the drink . however the beer goes down smoothly enough . not terrible but not a smash hit .,aroma,0.9,1
original rating date august pours a nice copper almost no aroma present . smells like almost nothing more like fizzy lager than an actual pumpkin ale . taste is blocked out by a forced amount of fizzy carbonation as seems to be the norm with the blue moon brews . what taste is there is incredibly bland . when it warms up a bit the pumpkin and spice notes are more apparent but the true watery nature of the beer comes through . a bit below average not very enjoyable considering there are far better marzens out there for this time of year . wo n t be drinking this again .,aroma,0.3,0
oz . bomber bottle . it had a silk screened average looking rectangular pomegranate colored label of the siletz symbol a man on a boat fishing on a moonlit night trying to vigorously pull his trout . out of the water . below the small oval siletz symbol in big yellow cursive letters is oatmeal cream stout . below that they say that this beer is made from the finest ingredients it s handcrafted in small batches and it s a true pleasure to relax with . we ll see about that last comment they made . to the right and the left on the main rectangular label is smaller and skinner pomegranate rectangles . the one to the right talks about the brewery and gives the location of siletz brewing . the one to the left gives information about the beer . that s also where you ll find the saying that just love to use a true pleasure to relax with . in between the to small rectangle labels is that government warning and barcode . this another brewery that does n t like to mark any kind of date on their bottles . i have no idea how old this beer is . appearance when poured into a samuel smith imperial pint glass the beer was a roasted coffee bean black with just a small trace of light coming through at the top of the beer . head of foam . i wish . i know i poured the beer correctly but the only thing i got was just a small glimpse of tan foam . that s was it . i tried swirling it around still nothing . it did n t leave any tan colored rings or lace around the glass . basically it looked like there was just a pint of cold coffee in my pint glass . smell at least the aroma of this beer was somewhat on the good side . the first aroma that came to me was some quality dark chocolate . that was followed by a pinch of dark roasted malts a touch of roasted coffee beans a trace of sweet caramel a speck of oatmeal and a shred of bitter northwest hops at the end . i m glad that it had some characteristics of a beer unlike the appearance of it . taste this beer had the quality of a good oatmeal stout in the beginning but then the quality went straight down . in the beginning it had the taste of dark chocolate a dab of oatmeal and a trace of dark roasted malts coffee beans caramel and some northwest hops . that was all good but then this sour acidic taste came over . that last taste just ruined it for me big time . why was that even there . let me check the date on the bott . oh wait there is no date . they called this an oatmeal cream stout but where was the taste of cream in this . they should replace the word cream with acidic or sour . then it would be called an oatmeal sour stout . yeah that s the trick . that name suits the beer a lot better than what siletz calls it . mouthfeel it was medium bodied dry flat and with an aftertaste of sour roasted malts . the sour was n t near the flemish sour mark but you could still notice it . what kind of mouthfeel was i expect from an oatmeal sour stout . something better than what this beer has . drinkability was this beer what the label stated a true pleasure to relax with . hell no . if you like to relax with unintentional sour oatmeal stouts then by all means buy this one . to me the flatness means that siletz has some kind of bottling problem but what about the sour taste . that s all siletz . never again would buy this beer again . do n t be fooled by the name on the bottle . it does have a small taste of oatmeal and it is a stout but instead of a cream taste it has a sour taste to it . the name sounds better than what the beer actually is .,aroma,0.7,1
poured a in a pint glass . this beer pours a deep syrupy dark chocolate color and has a nice off white to tan head so far so good . the head however is popping so fast it looks like a soda foam and is disappearing fast . the smell is like chocolate malts and even a little cola in there . no hop aroma to be told . the taste is a bit watery . it tastes thin and i ve had this beer before and it was much fuller . carbonation is a bit low making it taste flat and the most forward notes i pick up on are raisins dates and dark fruits . i do n t pick up any on chocolate malts which makes me think they used mostly base malt with a bit of black patent . mouthfeel is ok but like i said a bit watered down for my taste . not exceptionally drinkable in the sense i would n t want another one but it is drinkable in the sense it s not chewy .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a oz bottle into nonic pint glass . a slightly hazy orange ish copper with a finger of white head that dissipated quickly into nothing leaving no lace . s a nice bit of cinnamon and vanilla with a touch of citrus in the background . not very complex but pleasing . t this brew is borderline tasteless . a very thin graininess heads things up with a strange sourish component that tastes vaguely of pumpkin . a bitter and slightly roasted character appears as well . near the end there is a wash of fruity almost citric vanilla flavor . faint overall . m highly carbonated and very light bodied . i do n t understand why breweries bother making pumpkin ales so light and spritzy it does nothing to enhance flavor . d with all it s flaws it s not a difficult beer to drink and the spice profile is slightly interesting . a poor example of the style but thankfully not all that offensive .,aroma,0.7,1
a light orange in color with low head diminishing quickly . s pumpkin exactly as it would smell in fresh baking . a nice blend of cinnamon and spice present . t starts with pumpkin and finishes with a nice balance of spices . m light with low carbonation feels a bit lackluster compared to rest of beer . d despite the mouthfeel this beer is highly drinkable . will be picking up more of this great seasonal beer .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle . this is my favorite chocolate beer . a extremely dark brown pour that looks black in the glass . two fingers of beautiful tan head . s smell is n t so much chocolate as it is roasted malts and oak . has a burnt quality to it . t a more pronounced version of the smell . the roasted malts are fantastic . the finish is a bit on the bitter side . m extremely smooth going down . mouth feels a bit hot afterwards . body is rich and full . carbonation is medium to heavy . d the high abv is hidden well until the aftertaste . as mentioned earlier it s a very smooth beer . this beer is quite the accomplishment for great divide . most chocolate stouts i ve tried either end up with too much or too little chocolate . the ones that find the balance usually have no complexities to it . this brew has none of those issues .,aroma,0.7,1
i wouldnt have chosen this beer to be my first one to review but i wanted to review a beer and had just gotten a of these . appearance this was my favorite part of this beer . it had a deep reddish color seemingly influenced by the beets in it . poured with an ok white head . a little less than a finger and it went away quickly . smell figured there would be a fairly interesting smell from the beets . was surprised to smell very little and perhaps had a hit of soapiness . taste nothing too notable . maybe a hint of beet but not too exciting . mouthfeel went down smoothly pretty light in body . drinkability very drinkable . went down smoothly and was pretty refreshing on a hot mid afternoon . wasnt quite what i hoped for and would choose many others before this one again . on the plus side it has a pretty cool label .,aroma,0.4,0
was alittle disppointed in this one . poured out a dark copper with amber hues and a inch creamy off shite head that left nice lacing . smell was faint at first but with warmth and a swirl i was able to detect some malt and slight fruitiness . taste was strange to me . big malt hit then fizzled off quickly and just left bitterness . starnge thing is i did not really smell a lot of hop in the aroma at all . the hop had no real flavor either just left bitterness on the tongue and a burning feeling on the sides of the mouth and in the stomach . alcohol was not really noticeable . i drank it but contemplated pouring it out . i would not waste any money on this one again .,aroma,0.8,1
a yellow with a slight haze white head no retention or lace . s lemon corriander slight breadyness . t corriander lemon grass cloves slight bubblegum fruityness . m light to moderate body dry greater than moderate carbonation . d decent drinker .,aroma,0.8,1
. oz . bottle poured into a snifter . batch . best before . a pours a dark black color that produced some gray to brown bubbles . s plenty of rich molasses raisin with an even richer vanilla whiskey like smokiness . bits of cocoa licorice . t just like the smell with a pronounced raisin cocoa profile . finishes with a slight whiskey like spice . m a good carbonation level balance . a bit thin in texture that tells me its starting to become too old or something . i was expecting a big booziness from the whiskey barrel but age has smoothed this out d a good stout but for the price i would look elsewhere . i appreciate the uniqueness of the paradox brews that brewdog put out but when it comes down to how much you are paying per bottle there are much better beers out there in the style .,aroma,0.9,1
well now this is an eisbock a german beer . however the servers at my locale decided that rather than serving it with head and cold they would serve it from a beer engine . warm german beer is not something to be countenanced . i have no doubt that this beer would taste great if it were cold and had head . but you ca n t always get what you want can you . so instead i was left with a beer that tasted like cherry cough syrup . kinda felt like cherry cough syrup too . since i like a malty beer the latter was fine but the former was just plain nasty . lem me try this one again sometime from the bottle . maybe i ll have more positive things to say .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from oz bottle into a pint glass . pours medium amber copper color with starting foam that settles out . some lacing . mild hoppy smell and malt . clean malty taste with a backing toffee taste . very mild hop . the bittering grows over time . even balanced pale less american than others but in a good way . does n t hammer you with hops . good drinker .,aroma,0.6,1
. liter clear bottle moscow . this appears to be a corona clone from the clear bottle to the slightly skunky maybe a lime would improve it taste . yet beyond that there is a slight pale malt tinge to it thats totally lacking in a corona so i will at least rate this higher than i did a corona . this and the klinskoe redkoe i had before had hypnotic labels suggesting this was an extreme line of beers essentially clones of foreign styles of . pale lager . how extreme .,aroma,0.3,0
brought back directly from brazil . a one of the lightest clearest beers i have ever seen . with macro lagers i am not sure if this is a good thing or a bad thing . steady carbonation makes it look like champagne . little head to speak of . s if i find anything i will let you know . .smells like water t m typical foreign macro mainly speaking warm weather countries does n t do anything to make you enjoy it but also nothing to make you dislike it . the carbonation makes it seem a bit sweet but the dull finish is nothing to write home about . d now if i were on a beach this pale golden corn based beverage would not seem out of place . not much to say other than this is a beer that does n t do anything for me good or bad . oh well it still is nice to sample the brewing skills of the world . next week i will be drinking piton lager in st. lucia on the beach with my beautiful wife and two of our friends . yet another shot at the macro lagers .,aroma,0.2,0
oz bomber shipped to me by my good ba friend hopshop for my birthday . best before date is october of i tasted in jan . this may have affected it not having tried it otherwise i do n t know but it seemed to be ok . pours a pale medium yellow with a huge head . did i say huge . i meant huge . aroma is by far the best part of this beer . i could just sit and smell this one all day long and from a foot away no less . . sugar and apples and pears and bananas and pineapple . a veritable tropical drink in this beer . no spiciness except for the slight tart of the pineapple smell . flavor does not follow through from the aroma surprising . i detected minimal hops in the aroma but they are there quite blatently in the flavor . as other reviewers suggest it does become better balanced as it warms but not dramatically so . mouthfeel is pleasant not overwhelming . this one was alright but i do n t see myself going back for more .,aroma,1.0,1
man . talk about a tough one to review . i had been really looking forward to this brew after getting my first taste of a really good german hefeweizen but this one seemed to drop the ball . the guy at the liquor store who i would trust watching my first born warned me about how it poured but it would be worth it . yeah . a pretty typical of a hefeweizen but the appearance is tough the gauge due to all the carbonation . light in color not as cloudy as expected . . s the one place where this beer definetly does not dissapoint . the first sniffs are enough to make you want to run to the fridge and hope mom left some bananna pudding behind . strong scents of banannas and cloves are very apparent . . t if only the taste lived up to the smell . after pouring this stuff you definetly have to let it sit but no worries it s not going flat for weeks . if you can get past the carbonation to taste the bananna and clove the congratulations . i found myself struggling with this one . you knew it was a great beer but this is one that is best experienced from the draft . . m it s often described as a full mouthful . which is exactly right . your mouth is full of foam and carbonation . i let it sit for a while in the hopes of getting the flavors but im not a patient man and this isnt a patient beer . however when it starts to slide down your gullet it will hit you but we need something before it hits the very back of your throat . . d drinkability . back to the advice of the clerk . he warned me that i definetly should n t drink it out of the bottle unless i opened it and let it sit for awhile . i decided i would just try to pour it slowly into the largest mug i have oz and take it from there . halfway through the bottle i have to stop because the head is overflowing it doesnt matter if you are letting drops hit the side at a snails pace . you might as well just dump it in however . the beer was best once i got the mug full and let it sit in the fridge for mins . very delicious after all that work . but very bad for drinkability . i would have to suffer through coors lights just waiting to get to enjoy this decent beer . .,aroma,0.9,1
pours lemony yellow pretty standard witbier color but with a very small head which disappears quickly . that s very disappointing i want a lot of head on a witbier . smells is textbook wit wheat coriander lemon orange yeast . taste is similar but watered down . the flavor is mostly good but it s just too weak . there s also something a little buttery in the mouth which is off putting . the mouthfeel is not good for the style way undercarbonated and too smooth and buttery . it seems like they were shooting for a really standard witbier here and something went wrong that killed the carbonation and weakened the flavor .,aroma,0.7,1
bottled on date this one poured out a bit darker than i expected a nice dull orange color instead of a clear golden . smell is very spicy with hints of citrus fruit . i wish they made air fresheners that had this aroma . taste seems a bit muted to me . some citrus and spice came through as did a small small bit of hops but i sense no malt backbone . i just wish it had a little more balance . mouthfeel is decent nice and smooth . drinkability seems pretty good too . this is a great beer but to be honest i was kind of hoping for my first perfect score well i do with all beers but i thought this one had a chance . i ll probably buy a couple more bottles and revisit this beer at a later date .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dark brown with a little light shining through . massive frothy head that is chocolate colored with some cherry coloring to boot . heavy lacing sticks to the sides of the glass . truely this is something to sit and stare at . aroma is kind of a nutty chocolate . heavy roasted flavors . coffee . awsome bittersweet finish that lingers . this is the best finish i ever remember having in a beer . the flavor flows wonderfully from sweet to bitter . no harshness here . feels wonderful in the mouth . thick and chewy but not so much that it s a meal in a bottle . very drinkable . i m having to show restraint to drink it slow and enjoy the flavors . easily the best porter i ve had and one of the best beers period . many thanks to justcas and july secret santa bif . my tastebuds are bowing in your honor .,aroma,0.7,1
i purchased a oz bottle of this from a local grocery store today and poured it into a oz tall pilsner glass w wide mouth . a complex deep amber color in the center which fades out to a pale yellow . it produced a frothy brown head which slowly dissipated . appeared to be full flavored . s faintly metallic aroma not much to it hard to distinguish . t highly bitter initially yet quickly turns into an almost floral aftertaste . i could definitely taste the hops but it was not overpowering . m as i said the bitterness fades fast and it is actually much lighter than i had anticipated . nothing too special here . d although it does n t pack nearly as much punch as i had expected it is still very tasty . i may not go out of my way to get another but i certainly would n t turn one down if offered .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer is the reason the most interesting man in the world does n t always drink beer . this is the real reason machete wants revenge . at first sip my body automatically reacted by doing the three amigos salute . i m pretty sure i can taste a plethora of pinatas . not so fast el guapo or i ll pump you so full of lead you ll be using your dick for a pencil . this beer cut open my stomach grabbed my intestines and squeezed the shit out of them . ok seriously this beer has a great appearance orange haze color with a good inch head that is white and frothy and hangs around awhile . the nose is n t very strong but i m picking up slight alcohol and earthy tones something else on the finish i ca n t quite get a finger on . earthy tastes on this one as well as a citrus type candy with a strong tequila booze finish slightly hot breath similar to after a shot . this beer is a lot better then i expected and i would gladly drink more if available . definitely unique and stands out from the crowd while still being a very drinkable beer . thanks stakem . where s the worm . love being able to tick a rare gem like this .,aroma,0.6,1
oz poured into pint glass a golden apricot with decent white head . s a bit buttery and then kind of stale . t not good . i suspect this beer might be past it s prime and i could n t finish more than a few sips of it . since i do n t know much about the brewery and there s little to go on as far as beer reviews about it here not sure if this is their typical ipa or a dud . hope others have better luck with this beer than i did .,aroma,0.2,0
this beer came a copper to orange amber color with a creamy off white film that left some rather nice lace behind . smells of ambient pines and a touch of birch bark with a pale white toast base . rather bland . things pick up quite a bit in the taste when a tremendous balance steps in . on one had you have a dry woody hop with a silky pine and on the other there are fresh wheaty bread rolls and breakfast cereals . again what stands out is the balance here . felt slick and glassy with a fine raspy carbonation . this one felt a little light like a pale ale but it makes for a nice beer nonetheless .,aroma,0.6,1
i generally do not review psuedo micros such as this but since my bosses were buying the pitcher i thought some good should come out of it . the beer does look very impressive . deep amber coloring with a nice frothy head that lingered for quite some time . however the nice looks only go so far the beer has minimal aroma a sugary caramely sweetness with a sharp note in the finish . the taste is rather bland and sugary but there are more caramel or roasted notes than a typical macro red . the body is way too light but i guess that is what makes this beer easy to drink .,aroma,0.4,0
first time trying this style i hope i can do it some justice . pours a dark orange yellow that is very hazy due to yeast . the head forms quickly then settles down quick to a thin layer . smell is very in your face . yeast hits you first with hints of bananas which are definitely prevalent . spices are also present . tastes very fruity yeasty and bready . there is some definite banana flavors in there plus citrus . the banana flavor lingers on for quite a while . there is some spicy herbal stuff going on as well . i can also detect some wheat bread like flavors somewhere in the background . really nice beer one that i would love to have again . awesome introduction to the style .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at ten tables in jamaica plain ma . i ve had many unibroue offerings and this might be the first one i ve had on tap . it was poured into a wine glass trendy . and it had a nice rich cloudy golden colour great thick white head and bubbles bursting at the top . the smell was of wheat and apples with a citrus afternote however the taste was underwhelming compared to the smell completely dominated by the apple flavor in my opinion and the wheat taste did not really develop . my major complaint about the beer was that it was too cider y for a witbier maybe my batch had more apple to it than most . mouthfeel was right on par with every other great wit and same with drinkability nothing too fantastic for the style . needless to say i went on to other beers as i was not as impressed with this beer as i hoped i would be .,aroma,0.9,1
poured oz draft from boxing donkey in roseville ca a clear light orange in color . half inch head and thick head retention s straight dole pineapple orange juice or something like it . . huge nose even stronger than taste more fruity anyways . phenomenally citrusy . t more dole juice . crisp bite at the front before smooth finish . grapefruit pineapple tangerine orange flavors . hops are really more noticeable in smell than taste . very laginitas like . m tingly crisp . decent coat that sticks around a little bit . o delicious . very unique . probably could n t have more than one but very enjoyable . the fruit juice character is pretty interesting that s for sure . overall a great beer .,aroma,1.0,1
reviewed bottle pours a clear golden orange colored body bubbly . huge foamy slightly off white head average sized bubbles . funky aroma grainy . effervescent . lagery . cooked vegetables . fizzy foamy . some hops . funky taste vegetably . not as bad a taste as the smell . letting air out a bit . better as it warms up . not as vegetably but not a fan of the flavor .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz bottle poured into a fantome tulip . a a careful pour yields a dark brown beer with ruby tinged highlights . opaque but thankfully pretty clear from sediment . i can actually see quite a bit of carbonation on the sides of the glass and lots of bubbles stick to the sides . a fingered head floats on top lasting almost the entire beer gradually shrinking . lacing is pretty consistent and abundant . s i m actually not sure what makes this a christmas version of corsendonk as i m not getting much spices from the nose and i m not sure if there should be . there is a bit of spiciness i d attribute to the yeast but it could be some light spices added . anyway besides that i get grapes raisins tobacco a hint of leather some banana . some darker fruits and sugar . typically belgian . t the first thing i can pinpoint in the taste is a rum quality like some rum covered cherries . this is only in flavor however as the alcohol is incredibly well hidden . it s then sugary and sweet fruity and leathery and the malts add to a biscuity dryness . finish is long sweet with a tinge of alcohol . m mouthfeel is moderately heavy with medium carbonation . a bit of a spicy finish lends to it being a bit dry but the sweetness lingers as well . d drinkability is high . an incredibly easy drinking beer that has great flavor to it . would ve liked the aroma to be a bit more . bold and maybe something to distinguish itself as necessarily christmas but i really enjoyed this one .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a copper color with two fingers of dense white head that leaves thick lacing behind . s gives off a honey like aroma with tropical fruits including orange mango and pineapple . t sweet caramel with pineapple juice mango and orange with a slight bitterness . m nice and smooth with low carbonation and a medium body . d very smooth and drinkable however i wish there was a bit more bitterness to this one . it s a little too easy drinking and sweet but not cloyingly so .,aroma,1.0,1
think imperial irish dry stout instead of russian imperial stout . a bottle opens with a gunshot pop and pours a dark black with a monstrous . dark tan head . fantastic retention . no faults here . s citrus roasted malt cocoa and chocolate malt . light esters mixing in with the hopping . all very light aromas . t acidic darker and roasted malt the same cocoa as detected in the smell is present here as well . light hop bitterness backing it up . dry finish with a light roast and chocolate lingering . m smooth and silky reminiscent of an irish dry stout . incredibly creamy intriguing not what i was expecting at all . d a very interesting and enjoyable beer . that said it is n t anything like i was expecting . what i would expect an imperial irish dry stout to be like if there were such a thing .,aroma,0.6,1
i m thinking globally while i drink this . looks good . bleeding edge of filtration i suspect which is totally the way to go . gorgeous amber color pour and head . great lacing too . musty aromas and smokey grains come in strong with this one . this aint no fru fru grand cru micro . this is a micro . reminds me of an otter creek organic or abita . the legendary norfolk western on the label is a huge buzz amp . toot . toot . choo . choo . chug . chug .,aroma,0.6,1
what can i say . beyond the appearance this was a total let down . the appearance was great beautiful dark brown with ruby notes and a huge long lasting head that laced the etire glass . but from there on it was all down hill . there was next to no aroma perhaps a hint of malt no more . the taste was non existant . mouthfeel was only average at best . i have to say it is drinkable but so is water . wo n t be buying this again .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a oz pilsner glass appearance dark amber and some crimson color along the sides with a pretty hazy unflitered appearance . head is slightly brown with a finger width . lacing is decent as well smell rich scotch scent with hints of toffee and butterscotch . i can smell a very slight malt backbone in here as well . the overall aroma is pretty sweet smelling and i enjoy just the smell of it . did i mention this smells really good . taste scotch flavor with a malty flavor to it . the scotch here itself is fairly powerful here which maybe the reason why the butterscotch and toffee flavors are kind of hard to pick up on . you can really taste the alcohol in here giving it a bitter and strong boozy flavor . at the same time i feel like i m almost drinking watered down scotch here . mouthfeel carbonation is fairly mild and the body is very light so it s pretty smooth . surprisingly easy to drink considering it s abv . overall it s a beer that smells better than it tastes . i was expecting more flavor out of this but there s nothing really offensively wrong with it . i love my scotch ales but i was really expecting more out of this .,aroma,0.9,1
a little smelly but excellent taste and alcohol content . i have heard a lot of negativity surrounding this beer but was pleasently surprised . drink it cold as possible for best taste . two pints is all you need . bottle also tastes much better than the can . difficult beer to purchase here in the states .,aroma,0.6,1
reminds me a lot of an irish stout with that smooth mouthfeel and a light thickness . nothing much present in the flavor or aroma department . still a decent and drinkable beer . it suffers a bit from the unfortunate looks better than it tastes situation .,aroma,0.6,1
presentation cl bottle cork and caged per the ba database avatar . appearance dark golden amber body with a hint cold tea . the head effervesces at first but soon disappears to reveal a thin broken covering with some minimal lacing on the side of my aged gueuze belle vue glass from the original old brewery . seems to be a partially aged example as the carbonation is reduced from what i have experienced in the past and the suspended yeast particles look tired . nose sweetish aromas mixed in a slightly sour background . mushed soft fruits in the back end extremely bland . rather a limp nose for a gueuze . taste starts with a sugar soaked malty grain feel which builds into a mildly tart center . hints of sourness with a light smidgeon of lambicness in the back end . this is very tame indeed . the yeast actually adds a little more to this than is probably intended . mouthfeel sugary feel sour yet sticky at times . the suspended yeasts add a toweling feel to the tongue . drinkability i am ashamed to admit that i dumped the last part of this bottle an act that means i was defeated which rarely happens with even the worst beers that i have had . not impressed at all . overall i will state that this is my second bottle since i came to the us . the one i bought a year ago was completely off a term i thought i could never apply to a gueuze . it looked like yeast infested cold tea and tasted worse . i note that i was not the only one to get one of these but refrained from adding a review for it . this was not that far behind it but there is no way i am going to invest in a third . so until i get a fresher sample this review stands and after two bottles this review now has pedigree as it is not exactly a one off bad sample that i seemed to have had . bland timid lame mild and most definitely not worth the . i paid for it .,aroma,0.4,0
dark horse raspberry ale oz bottle moderate pour in a goblet . unknown brewing picked poured a golden orange with a medium frothy somewhat diminishing white head . smelt of raspberries bread grassy hops . taste was upfront moderate bitter raspberries and its leaves with light sweet bread followed by a moderate to strong bitter spoiled fruit and dried leaves with more light sweetness . palate was light bodied watery fizzy and lightly astringent . overall this is the most awkward tasting raspberry beer i ve ever had . the finish is striking and unpleasant . the tart raspberry taste is nice but very subdued . it s like a light pale ale with raspberries . interesting intriguing and innovative but not inspiring .,aroma,0.7,1
mickey s is the malt liquor that makes the name worth it . granted the whole idea that you play the brown paper bag hiding game not right way to enjoy this delicious beverage . get the six pack and enjoy the caps . the caps have nothing to do with taste but they definitely adds to the beer . if you ca n t solve a mickey s cap in under seconds put it down because the puzzle and mickey s attraction . you do n t understand it . so the taste it s a regular beer taste . it s enjoyable and does n t over power with a liquor sting . it s the indulgence you have to hold on to . the six pack is affordable but willing grants access to inebriation . if you re going to roll with a malt liquor this is the selection for that night .,aroma,0.6,1
yellowy orange somewhat cloudy good carbonation bubbling small compact ivory head tiny spotting lace . aroma is a well defined display of cinnamon nutmeg fresh pumpkin guts and light malt . very warm and quite appealing with a nice strength . taste is fabulously delightful with a finely delicate array of spices over a light bready malt . warming soothing and well spiced . nothing jumps out at ya really its a great medley of nutmeg cinnamon brown sugar and pumpkin . lovely finish of lightly sweet malt that has a nice smooth grab and a very slight return of warming spices tingle across the palate late . smooth clean spicy without all the spice grab good malt presence medium body good finisher . swell drinker too . floats right down and keeps a nice warming tone of spice like a freshly baked cookie .,aroma,0.8,1
reviewed bottle pours a dark orange colored body with a foamy whitish colored head big and lasting . has a very floral very fruity aroma with some spices and some dark fruit . is very sweet smelling . has a very fruity taste with some spices .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle into my european style glass . this was the version of elf purchased just a few days ago . a a nice reddish amber color with a thin head . very little carbonation came through with the pour . lacing was minimal . s not a lot of smell for that strong of an ale . cherries fruit malt sweetness and a hint of spice but nothing really bowles you over . t sweet cherries and fruit with a nice subtle malt undertone i can get a little of the honey but mostly it s just a sweet flavor . also this years beer had a decent amount of spice included that came through on the middle to the finish of the beer . the taste here is very different but the more you drink it the more you start to really enjoy it . by the time i got to the end of the glass i wanted to pour another . m i read from others how it had too strong of an alcohol feel but for me it was just the opposite . i could feel the alcohol but it was blended in very well with the flavors in fact i would have never known it was an beer based on mouthfeel and taste . overall i thought the mouthfeel was just fine . d for me drinkability was very good . as i said earlier it takes you a few sips to settle into this beer but from that point on the drinkability builds . by the time i got to the bottom of the glass i for sure wanted another one . is this sessionable . maybe but watch out for the . overall i really enjoyed this beer even though it is a little early to be drinking a holiday beer but there is not doubt this beer warms your belly with the spice flavor . i m not a huge belgian style guy but i really really like this beer . one word sums up mad elf . yummy . enjoy it .,aroma,0.6,1
received this beer as a christmas gift a good christmas gift i s say . not a clue what it really was blank bottle at first but after reading the neck label very happy to have . appearance is interesting i d say . pours a beautiful chestnut brown which is impressive and a tall head a bit thin though . the beer seemed a bit hazy though and the head fell very quickly . smell is very sexy pure belgian goodness . hints of fruity belgian yeast and fresh a glorious aroma . roasted malt notes come through . taste is very good . i ca n t say that i have had many belgian browns but a nice blend between an abbey ale and a nice english brown fairly impressed with the style . the fruity esters of the yeast really come through in this beer . i d say it is less roasty than i originally figured from the aroma . mouthfeel is a bit thin . it is n t bad but it is not very exciting . however the carb level is high and it does pop . it does not coat my mouth though i would think it would with a high alcohol level and a good amount of roasted malt . this beer is very drinkable . the is easy to put down . each sip is very nice as you get a great whif of that aroma . belgian yeast is very impressive the unique flavor qualities never get old they are very subtle . i d have to recommend this one .,aroma,1.0,1
a oz . bottle poured into pint glass.poured dark brown with thick creamy head . s sweet smokey aroma.like drinking a milkshake while grilling steaks over a woodfire . t chocolaty smokey sweet milky flavor with a really smokey after taste . m very smooth beer.like drinking a lightly flattened cola . d very easy to drink.im drinking it as i review and sadly im out . i love this beer .,aroma,0.7,1
live review of a oz bottle . a murky red it poured with a big cream head that died to a good collar with lacy . s metallic leafy hops angel food cake with a slight caramel floral yeast character . not bad . t not very exciting . very clean almost watery it comes off like the aroma but is creamier and has no lingering flavor whatsoever . well maybe an odd metallic bitterness but that s about it . not very good . m watery but frothy . you get the idea . o i would n t buy this again nor would i recommend it to anyone but a fraternity . it s better than killians but not much better .,aroma,0.8,1
i was actually pleasantly surprised by this beer . i acquired it in the winter variety case and finally got to it . very nice red hue to the beer . very carbonated of course and more than a hint of cranberry . my buddy at work was surprised when i suggested that i would drink a case of just this beer of course it is best in this holiday season . it would go great with you traditional american holiday dinners .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at alcatraz orange . their fall fruited wheat seasonal . a the pour is a cloudy orange kissed yellow color with a thin white head . s oh lawd this is just bad . lots of body odor cheesy feet and that special hangover brand of bile . i do n t get any raspberry or wheat or anything pleasant . t the flavor is better what could n t be . but fairly bland . a mild fake raspberry raspberry syrup type flavor with some moderate wheat . a bit watery and somewhat of a seltzer type flavor . m the body is light to medium with a very high carbonation . d i thought some of their other fruited wheat beers were okay but this was just bad . pass on this .,aroma,0.2,0
this was a new one for me . i had n t had a distributed beer from a cask before . the nose had a very fresh floral hop aroma . the color was a nice gold to amber with a slight haze . the taste was mild bitterness huge grapefruit and smooth finish . it is a great lounge den beer when you have time to just sit back and enjoy the glass . velvet grapefruit . .,aroma,1.0,1
a light brown to dark amber color clear with a big fluffy off white head . s wheat bread dough honey toffee vanilla molasses raisins prunes and more fruity esters with a rich roasted malt base . t dark bread with bananas toffee light molasses raisins wheat and a firm base of roasted malt . a hint of spice in the sweet finish . m smooth creamy medium body with prickly light carbonation and a mild alcohol warmth . d very balanced for style and loaded with rich complex flavors . a pleasing beer for a person who enjoys a full flavor . a classic for the style . drink slowly to enjoy all this has to offer .,aroma,1.0,1
i poured this promising beer into my tumbler at degrees . the bber was a nice mahoganny color with a nice tan head . the smell was a little nutty and i was hopeful by that and the caramel notes coming off the head . first taste was good i thougght then the alcohol just washed all that great taste away . what a shame . i will not buy again .,aroma,0.8,1
pepe nero ml . . abv vintage brewer goose island beer co . style saison farmhouse ale glass duvel tulip appearance black body with mahogany streaks and a sparkling khaki head that refuses to settle down . aroma it has that rare smell that is as full and alluring as you d hope it would taste banana bread roasted chestnuts cloves hints of chocolate estery and phenolic notes . taste peppery hops and earthy malts open up first . then the mid sip is dominated by pear flavored fruitiness cloves and hints of chocolate . the finish is very clean with lingering bits of pepper and chalky dark chocolate . mouthfeel it has a very smooth feel even though the carbonation is quite prickly . medium bodied . harmony it s very well balanced between the sugary malts and fruity notes of pears and apples . the dark malts give it a fuller and more flavorful character than most saisons although incorporating them also reduces the peppiness and refreshment of a traditional saison . would i get it again . yes . it s a solid beer and though not the pinacle of its style a welcome alternative to traditional saisons . bottled february served may price . at whole foods nyc additional notes international bitterness units malt pilsner rye crystal rye black malt hops pilgrim saaz,aroma,1.0,1
got this as part of mill street s seasonal sampler pack or i do n t think i would have ever bought it again . man this brings back memories . i used to drink this all the time a few years back out of the bottle no less before i moved on to better things . pours like a standard ale . nothing out of the ordinary . yellow as you can see in the photo above . minimal head that quickly and completely disappears never to be seen again . there s little to no head retention which is always a little disappointing . i am picking up very little in the aroma not much but a hint of malt and grains and . um . fruit . some kind of fruit i guess . the taste is actually better than i was expecting . i guess there was a reason i drank this so much back then . a fairly okay amount malt with an inoffensive barely bitter finish with an overall lemony fruitness to it . nice sticky yet refreshing mouthfeel . i do n t think this beer is aspiring to be anything but a well brewed crowd pleaser and if that is the case it does its job well . this would n t be a bad beer at all to session or slake your thirst or drink when your attention was focused elsewhere . i d probably prefer something with a bit more character than this myself but you could do a lot worse . i think this would be a great beer to keep in your fridge to offer guests who are used to macros .,aroma,0.4,0
almost clear amber moderate carbonation thick foamy head . aroma hits immediately upon opening the bottle . huge fruity aroma kind of a grapefruit lemon hybrid . extremely bitter even for a west coast ipa . every aspect of the flavor is dominated by hops . this makes for a tasty although not particularly well balanced ipa . as expected the massive hop presence is what lingers on the tongue and expands through the mouth long after the sip is finished . i m a hop lover and i enjoy this but i would n t drink a lot of it . i did find that by the end of the glass the flavors had settled down somewhat and the thought of having another seemed more reasoable than after the first few sips .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer sits right around average . i like the bottle conditioned character but question the hops in this brew . there seems to be no aromatic hops whatsoever leaving the smell very dull . the taste is a bit bitter but the yeasty character is overwhelming with this absence . the mouthfeel is not too bad but some floaties seem to tingle in my mouth . drinkability is average . i would choose this beer over some but not many .,aroma,0.4,0
i feel like the aftertaste brand name and appearance are the only things really holding this one up for me . i really wanted to like this but i just ca n t do it . a stellar . dark thick brown black and i even managed to get an good tan brown head out of the pour despite the alcohol s smells of pure sweetness syrup dark barley coffee chocolate and a touch of the booze all together t here s where the no thanks comes in . initial hit of dark sweet barley gives way to an intensely cloying sweetness that made me feel sick before it even hit the back of my throat . complex indeed but ugly and overpowering . the finish ends up great which is unfortunate because i have to go through hell to get to it . finishes as a tasty mix of the malt and warming alcohol burn . notes of the oak and fine wine remain as well . i d say the entire rating i gave it comes strictly from after the swallow m tingly bubbles and warm from the alcohol otherwise sticky and like a flat soda d it s a bummer the finish on this is so amazing because it s almost not worth it to get to . i d love to give everything dfh makes a great rating because i love them in general but i do n t think this is my snifter of port at all sorry,aroma,0.8,1
yellow in color with a good looking white head that never goes away completely . sticky . decent looking beer but the best part is aroma . sweet fruits and bready notes . yeast is the star here . taste does not disappoint but does not blow away . very crisp and clean . very easy to drink despite high alcohol . i would probably go as far as to say that it has a lighter body . enjoyable a pleasure to sip . top quality tripel but probably not the best in my opinion . this bottle was a gift from a good friend and that always makes it extra special . thanks .,aroma,1.0,1
pours easily into a beautiful head that leaves ample lace and has good retention . the color is more light brown than amber . the hops are very light on the nose but add a fairly serious bitterness . the beer is not all that malty and really allows the cascade hops to dominate the flavor profile . it has a very good body and mouthfeel for a beer of this style . the finish leaves you with a mild maltiness and a very dry hop dominated aftertaste without any alcoholic tones .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark brown hue with a thin tan head that has good retention and lacing . get some caramel licorice and molasses in the aroma . the taste starts out with some dark fruits caramel molasses followed by some licorice hops and a nutty taste in the back . very tasty and yummy . a rather easy drinking beer that is rather light for a dark beer but has a nice creamy finish that makes you want more . a rather enjoyable brown ale that has a slightly different taste than most brown ales .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at beachwood i a sour dba a pours a dark amber with a medium white head solid retention some lace . s on the light end i get some dba maltiness minerals . t starts off like dba then your palate gets a right cross from the acid . lemon sour lactic acidity some sulfur and dark fruits . very tasty . m strong acidic very dry crisp biting carbonation . this beer is not bashful . o i wish the dba you could get at the supermarket was like this . of course then it would n t cost . a bomber . really like a mix of a burton pale ale and a lambic unique flavour .,aroma,0.6,1
i had this on tap at american craft served in a tumbler glass . a arrived with a short off white head slightly hazy but most transparent yellow straw color . not much of a looker but with the smell on this one it was soon up in my nose and out of my eyes anyway . s wow . the smell is very fresh crisp and clean truly wonderful . lots of citrus and pine aroma coming off immediately mostly grapefruit with some floral grassiness as well with some biscuity malt in the background . i could smell this a mile away and loved it . t taste follows nose for the most part leading off with citrus pine hops with a sweet biscuity background . it s fairly bitter but the malt sweetness balances it just enough to keep it extremely pleasant and crisp . the taste was very fresh and very clean ending as it began with a gentle bitter floral hop bite . m fuller bodied than the appearance had led me to expect carbonation was right on slightly chewy . o i really enjoyed this . the smell is exquisite and the taste is juicy and not as dry as many similarly citrusy bitter ipas making it a bit more drinkable . with all the smaller breweries popping up in boston and many focusing on more boutique styles it s great to see a new local ipa that seems to be doing everything right without reinventing the wheel . i ll be seeking this out in the future .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle dated feb poured into my russian river tion glass a an orangish red but not quite amber . nice bone white head that slowly settles to nothingness with some sticky lacing adhering to the sides . s i really like the smell of this one it s like a candy bakery store . lots of dark fruit brown sugar raisins candied apples and spices . bread and yeast aromas are also evident . t sweetness up front with dark fruits brown sugar bread and some caramel . finishes spicy with some slight floral and citrus notes to balance everything out . not overly complex but interesting enough to keep your attention . m medium bodied and somewhat sticky . medium high carbonation . has a somewhat chalky feel but i kind of dig it . d i polished off the bomber effortlessly . really goes down nicely and the alcohol is hidden fairly well . this is n t the most complex i ve ever had but it sure is tasty and easy to drink . definitely worth picking up a few bottles if you see it locally .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a deep dark brown with hints of ruby . thin tan head that dissipates quickly webs abound on the outer edges . aromas of caramel and toffee . bread coco nibs and a bit of booze in the back end . a slight citrus hop with undertones of freshly cut grass and pine needles . flavor starts watery then has a muddled basic malt flavor . a bit of caramel and burnt bread crumbs . hops start in the second half . piney with a bit of citrus as well . finish is a nice sharp piney hop bitterness with a well balanced bread malt . mouthfeel is thin and very effervescent . looks good smells amazing but the taste is very underwhelming . the end flavor is good but it s a watery mess up front . hops are really really nice however,aroma,1.0,1
appearance a thick head and nice body . plenty of lacing left on the glass when i was done . the most impressive beer i ve seen in my short experience of drinking beers . smell a wonderful hop and citrus blend with something else . pine maybe . it smells heavenly . taste this is what kind of kills the beer . i m not big on grapefruit and i could n t tell what it was exactly at first that i did n t like it and that was it . i m not a fan of grapefruit and using it in a beer is a big no no in my opinion . but it did n t ruin the beer for me . i still found a lot to like . my gripe is that the grapefruit overpowers everything else in the beer even the hops . but there was still that nice bite . as long as i kept drinking it i enjoyed it and that does n t mean i had to chug it down either . mouth feel the beer goes down well . the bubbles dance on your tongue when you first start it but that goes away about way through the beer which is disappointing . i m not a fan of the after taste either . drinkability for a red amber beer i was expecting it to be a in drinkablity but i find this hard for the average joe to just pick up and enjoy . the . alc vol hits you pretty fast i am pretty lightweight when it comes to beers i ll admit but other beers do n t hit me this hard . i was buzzed by the time i finished the one beer . every sip was its own seperate experience which made the whole experience off setting not the nice flow i m used to when i sit down for a cold beer .,aroma,1.0,1
pours near black with a small frothy dark beige head with decent retention . subtle aroma what is there is nice roasty malty sweet . taste is very good sweet molasses malted chocolate bitter chocolate a little hops finishes bitter sweet . delectable . mouthfeel is soft and creamy . overall this is an excellent beer . easy drinking very sessionable . pick it up if you can find it . addendum drinking the other bottle i bought tonight and pairing it with some buttery crackers and it is really bringing out a smokiness that i d almost associate with a rauchbier . it is very pleasant to say the least .,aroma,0.6,1
butternuts heinnieweisse . nice name . appearance golden yellow rather clear medium sized head somewhat subdued for the smell . smell nice bouquet of banana grapefruit cloves etc . very aromatic impressive . taste mouthfeel filtered hefe . not good cloying muddled taste still getting the fruit with a light mix of alcohol and rash grain tastes almost blended . heavily carbonated ok finish . drinkability certainly light enough for lawnmower day at the beach or golfcourse but not my favorite . overall started out great but filtered hefes suffer . still will give credit for it being out of a can but in my opinion the worst of this mixed butternuts case . cheers .,aroma,0.8,1
vintage . best before good thing i got to it when when i did . on bottle menu churchill s in san marcos at a little pricey but what the heck . poured with minimal carbonation and no head into a duvel goblet . golden a little cloudy . nose is a little musty apricots and vinegar . taste is a bit tart but not substantially so . pretty easy drinking . a touch of brett maybe some granny smith apples . not exceedingly dry on the finish . a lingering bitterness . pleasant . nice mouth feel a bit thin . glad i bought it . if i saw it on draft i d try it again just to see how it differs .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear dark amber . little to no head . zero lacing . cider like aroma at first which fades into a slightly yeasty grainy finish . slightly sweet grainy . very dry . hardly a hint of hops to be found . very light bodied . this beer almost reminded me of rolling rock . and in another striking resemblance it is also very drinkable like rr . not a bad beer just very unremarkable .,aroma,0.8,1
had this on tap at the new tyler s taproom in apex nc a very little head which is typical of tyler s on top of a brownish red brew . s very little aroma . i hate to mark down a good beer but i found nothing noteworthy in the nose . t sweet malts with notes of burnt caramel raisin and a strong showing from the oak . very little hop bitterness . almost too little . m the lack of hops left the beer a bit on the cloying side . a little thick on the tongue . d it s a good beer . it would accompany grilled smoked foods really well .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle into gulden draak tulip . thanks for hooking it up stormking . a pours a cloudy amber with a few sizable chunks of sediment at the bottom . head is off white and dense and it took forever to recede into a thick film that left a network of sticky lacing down the glass . s spritzy notes of lemon and mango with citrusy notes of orange as well . interesting . t far more caramely and malty than the nose suggested with astringent notes of alcohol and bitter pine . finish is sweet and bitter and the aftertaste is full of caramel and tobacco . m frothy carbonation bubbles up in the mouth alcohol is a tad rough and solvent like and the bitterness reminds me of sucking on raw tea leaves . d smells good but the taste is a little off . there are much better ipa s out there i d rather spend my money on .,aroma,0.8,1
this is one of bluepoints unbottled beers and can normally only be found at the brewery i found it on growler at big z beverage . it pour dark brown black with a small tan head . alot of roasted malt coffee flavor and smell . i didnt really get many cherries on the nose if any . taste is good better then most stouts and at alcohol it sneaks up on you . no alcohol taste which is a plus . i remembered this beer being better but it was still good . i wish the cherry taste was a little more pronounced but then again too many cherries are worse a la cherry wheat by sam adams . if you like stouts and its around try it .,aroma,0.4,0
a . wonderful lacing and a quarter inch head . one sexy beer . s. roasted barley . nothing exceptional here . t. sweet initial taste with a smokey aftertaste . m. incredibly smooth . light and refreshing . creamy is another word that i use to describe the texture . d. this is a staple beer . its good drinking . cheers .,aroma,0.6,1
had a can of this beer that i shared with others at a beer tasting . i borought this back from turkey . the can is quite cool . black with a red panther . the appearance was a darker amber almost a caramel color . decent carbonation lent to a nice head that did not lace . there really was nothing on the nose . .perhaps some malt but that was it . the taste did have some malt and sweetness to it but mostly grain . this beer was n t too bad but i probably just pefer to drink the standard efes .,aroma,0.4,0
so i pour this and it s flat no bubbles . i wonder if i am party to blame for opening it and then checking to see bottling date and seeing it s this years and maybe it hasnt had time to bottle condition up . maybe . i wish hotd would start holding onto their bottles to give then a chance to carb up if i was brewing i wouldnt want to send out uncarbed bottles . maybe it s my bad maybe not . the flavors are very interesting the cherry does come through rather prominantly and has a large amount of sweetness behind it and i think this is why the alcohol is hidden rather well it is detectable only in some flavors and not so much in heat . the barrels come through with some oak too much not substantially so . there are alot of comparisons to a wine i could make with this actually but i am not tomme . pretty viscous and near syrupy having that carbination would cut it down a bit . basically how much carbination matters will determine your enjoyment . think of brandy angles share and decide .,aroma,0.8,1
a very dark brown with a slight ruby highlight in the light . a short but stable tan head which leaves some thick patches of lacing on the walls . s lots going on here . dark malty and roasty notes with some sweet caramel and dense dark chocolate and just a hint of earthiness . pretty much perfect . t a lot like the nose but with some noticeable differences . the chocolate and sweet malts are there but more coffee flavor shines through with just a slight hit of bitter on the end . a complex and enjoyable flavor all around . m great medium body with little carbonation it feels just right on the palette like a great cup of coffee . d very high even with all the roastiness this is one that you can enjoy from start to finish any time of the day . just a really good example of what a porter should be .,aroma,1.0,1
served on tap at the lowell beer works . also known as pumpkinworks . pours a light to medium copper amber with white foam . was served with cinammon sugar around the rim of the glass which was n t as distracting as i anticipated . strong spiced autumn smell . nutmeg too . light pumpkin flavor too much of the rim seasoning and it alsmot gets lost . pretty good overall .,aroma,0.9,1
poured out of a bottle into a martini glass . color seemed consistent with other ipa s of the high alcohol content variety and it had a pleasant slightly fruity smell . regarding taste you initially get hit with a flavorful mild fruit taste but it fades into a musty bite that reminds me of the aftertaste of the awful four horsemen . it gains some points back in the fact that this middle after taste goes away and leaves you with a reasonably happy palate . incredibly smooth in the mouth but slightly difficult to drink because of that musty taste in the middle .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a nice little head that retains for a little while and has a great little lacing . color is black and pretty . chocolate notes with some good roasty malts in the backbone . the taste is nice and chocolatey when it hits the tongue and when it falls on to the back of the tongue it s nice and roasty very enjoyable . mouthfeel is very carbonated but the bubbles are smooth and velvetty . i love this stout and will probably get more every single time i go back to madison .,aroma,0.7,1
i was very surprised by this beer . i like a good pale ale and this one was just right . full bodied but light enough to drink a good amount . is paired very well with japanese food . the wasabi taste is there but not overpowering it was just right . four more words .,aroma,0.6,1
pours out to a light yellow with a small head that subsides very quickly . the smell is very faint and i can hardly sense the beer at all . the taste is also quite bland . reminds me of a stale heineken . the beer is a bit thin but not as bad as some other beers i ve had . in all this is very drinkable because it s so light . however i think this will be the last time i get this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
oz single with no date . does n t explode out of the bottle but foams in a massive way during the pour leaving me with inches of a head so thick i could ball it up and throw it at somebody in the street . have to wait for it to subside . when it settles down i see a hazy dusty peach body with a thick luscious head . did n t appreciate the foam show though . smell is floral hops sweet and fruity . powerful nose accompanies the large head . slight acidic twinge tingles my nostrils . reminiscent of champagne with an off note as it warms . tastes bitter and metallic much drier than expected . hops are much weaker than expected with a minor element of apricot rolling over from the smell . malts are grainy and there is a small bit of residual sugar that tastes like belgian candi sugar . the taste falls flat reminding me of grainy seltzer water which is n t helped by . . the carbonation which has gone way overboard . could have guessed from the foam fest . mouthfeel is bubbly and thin also reminiscent of champagne i suppose . the bubbles and taste die together on your tongue leaving you with some water to swallow . this beer is something of a freakshow . drastically overcarbonated with a pleasant scent of floral hops that disappears at the first sip leaving me grasping frantically among the bubbles for any semblance of an apa . is this the worst beer ever . no but this is a fair rating within a style that has many many competent examples . avoid .,aroma,0.7,1
where the smell was certainly nothing to write home about everything else was quite impressive especially for this style . i poured this from its ml can into my commemorative lord of the rings chalice . yes i m a dork . anyhow i am typically not a fan of lagers but i am a fan of just about anything from eastern europe so i figured i d give it a go . usual golden colour snow white head . does n t look terrible but does n t strike me either . the smell was a nice mix of malt and hops but again typical . not striking or unusual in anyway . then however came the taste . very good . typical lager at first but then a maltiness followed by a roasted nuttiness in the aftertaste . very good . there also does n t seem to be a hell of a lot of carbonation with this stuff either . that said mouthfeel is very nice very smooth . easy to drink and at abv not . this is a good level of horsepower for a brew of this style . overall i was quite surprised by this one especially given the style . fantastic .,aroma,0.6,1
this brew poured a nice deep iced tea color . the head was very creamy and thick with a wonderful cream color . the smell . oh my . this fella was simply awesome . it smelled a lot sweeter than the normal ab with the oak scent peaking through at the tail end of the nose . the taste was reminiscent of normal ab but a heck of a lot smoother . the oaking of this brew really makes the hops take a back seat and it brings the malt more to the front . this is n t necessarily a bad thing it just makes it an interesting take on a classic . all in all this is a super smooth sipper that goes great after a long day of work at least that s how i enjoyed it .,aroma,1.0,1
. pours a very dark brown with a tiny bit of white head . before i can even look more i smell fresh roasted coffee . wow. its like being in at a roaster . incredibly nose on this beer . tastes pretty solid . if it tasted as fresh as it smelled this beer would be epic but the tastes is n t quite there . its still a very solid coffee flavour . great mouthfeel and very drinkable . i m very impressed with this brew . i mean beer,aroma,1.0,1
a golden with no head at all . s toasted malts with a very sweet fruitiness . there are hints of booze throughout . t pretty clean considering the style . it s a husky type faint taste with a boozy hint throughout and some slight bittering in the finish . way too much about the booze and not enough about the taste . m smooth with little carbonation . o not terrible not good either .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a dark pink light pink fuzzy head that did not last and left little lacing mostly clear and a nice hue in the light . s a sweet sour funky combo with an acidic bite at the end of the whiff . the sweet is like candy but not in a bad way or artificial t funk right off the bat leading into acidi taste then a cherry pit nuttiness and ending with a slight sweet adn sour combo . very nice but honestly could have less of the nutty bitter flavor and more of the sweet adn sour flavors m d very drinkable a bit more carbonated than i like . i figured it would settle down but it never did . light bodied and a bit thin at times .,aroma,0.9,1
served into tall pilsner glass from a oz.brown long neck bottle crimped on cap . medium copper reddish hue off white head dissapated quickly to layer of foam . nice pleasing aroma very spicey citrusy yeasty aromas belgium like spiceyness to the nose . spicey taste not as spicey as the aromas would suggest . a kind of bland taste midway through . a dry tart finish a bit citrusy . kind of a let down after the nice aromas . medium mouthfeel slightly chewey a bit harsh going down . average beer not exciting could n t drink too many of these .,aroma,0.8,1
second bottle archived see you in a year . a dark bloody red colour with high carbonation no head present as typical for this style of beer . s naughtiness . strong dance of raspberries prunes blackberries oranges ribes . you feel it s still young on the nose too . t sour taste of raspberries . reminds me of redcurrant wine my grand ma used to make . m the bitterness paralyse your tong for few seconds . light dry body with high carbonation . d with limitation to be enjoyed in a wine fashion . i m very interested what will become of the second bottle after a year .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle a pours amber with a quite frankly pitiful white head but i really like the colour . s light malty predominately a bit of cola . t burnt toast a lot of amber malt there as well . light grapefruit hops not a bad flavour overall but too roasty . m best part of the beer medium bodied creamy crisp biting carbonation nice afteretaste . d not a bad beer just kind of boring overall and the flavour is n t great . much rather have a sam adams .,aroma,0.4,0
a very hazy dark wheat colored body . finger white head . some ok lacing . s very lovely . a nice mix of sweet citrus fruits and hops . i would say orange and grapefruit . fresh hops are not very noticeable . t grapefruit again with floral notes . harsh hops which make it a little too biter on the backend . m not too dry like most ipa s . good carbonation and medium body . nice . o i m not a big fan of the harsh hops on the backend but otherwise pretty good . could be that this extra i just got is past its best by date . dang .,aroma,0.9,1
this is a great beer . this style is exceptional drinkable as well as tasty . brown amber colour nice dense head that fades at the right pace . the smell is truly incredible and the taste is malty and pleasant . i cant describe what it tastes like because the style is unique and new to me along with sam adams . but i would say it is a little biscuity with just the right amount of floral hoppy character hiding behind it . i could really have a decent session on this stuff .,aroma,1.0,1
interesting beer here . i really appreciate the distinct discernability between the ale and the stout . with each sip you may taste one the other or both . there is not enough presence in the nose to have this same quality in the smell as there is n t much there in that regard . the offering is very drinkable as well a bit lighter in the mouth than i would prefer but good nonetheless . this makes me want to try the two separately to see how the whole compares to the sum of its parts .,aroma,0.6,1
had this on tap at the warren tavern in charlestown . a deep red color with a two finger off white head . the head does n t stock around too long but it does maintain a nice foam cap . some sweetish caramel malt . not much else in the nose but what s there is tasty . great medium body that pairs perfectly with the caramel and hints of chocolate . some bitter hops towards the end and a semi dry finish . overall it is very good . one of the best i ve had for the style .,aroma,0.6,1
a opaque yellow orange brown . almost hefe like . s sour apricots shoe leather green papaya . t green apple lemon grass sour apricots tart guava . water crackers . pink peppercorns sage . fantastic balance . the soft tart note lingers throughout the profile illuminating the flavors around it in fascinating ways . m medium body with a nice carbonation that tingles in and out of the tartness in the profile . an orange sweetness in the finish is balanced by a tart dryness . o complex and delicious . tastes like a lambic saison hybrid .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from an . oz . bottle into a weizen glass . cloudy yellowish orange with a big three finger head that fades slowly into a finger cap . aroma is of banana the spiciness of clove and actually some pineapple . taste is not as good as the smell . it s a bit earthy and far less of a phenolic presence than most hefeweizens i ve had . it s actually a little bland . mouthfeel is nicely carbonated and medium bodied . definitely drinkable but i d skip this one for some ayinger weihenstephaner etc .,aroma,0.9,1
edition . poured from a ml corked and caged bottle into a snifter . cork comes out with barely a sound and this after storing warm for months to get some carb going per the forum tips . flat abbey strikes again . it was a dark brown with mahogany edges when against the light . even with a very hard pour there was no head just a few stray bubbles scattered about . obviously no lacing . the aroma was good with oak vanilla dark fruits and brandy being very dominant . the taste followed the aroma with oak and alcohol being the main players . flavor is hurt by lack of carb . i think this is my first brandy beer so ca n t compare it to other brandy s but would compare nicely to bourbons . mouthfeel was blah . absolutely no carbonation so very watery and slick . overall yet another disappointment from flat abbey . they continue to baffle me . their duck duck gooze cable car and isabelle proximus are hall of fame beers and among my all time favorites . but multiple others are just flat un carbonated disasters . i got this one for free from a buddy or i d be pissed about spending for a flat beer .,aroma,0.8,1
poured this oz . brown bottle dated best by . into a samuel smith tulip glass . received three fingers of brown head . body was opaque ebony brown . smell was milder than i expected also could be due to the allergies cold i have . malts and alcohol primarily . coffee aroma appeared much later as it warmed . tasted of bitter cocoa powder . bitterness from hops countered by sweet roasted maltiness . medicinal cough syrup flavor . complex interesting and strong . alcohol was very well hidden . mouthfeel was smooth and full bodied without being tiresome . mild carbonation . i will let the others i have sit awhile and revisit them later . i do n t think i ll be disappointed . very good beer now maybe even better later .,aroma,0.6,1
poured off nitro tap at kickbacks in jacksonville . a thick tan head stays with this throughout the session . super thick lacing lines the inside of the glass with every swallow . not a whole lot of aroma with this one but the sweet milky creamy taste more than makes up for it . and this thing is sweet . .just what you would expect from a sweet milk stout . i havent had this on co but the nitro is awesome . . . nitro makes the mouthfeel so great . this is a treat .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance light brown with gold highlights good clarity thinnish layer of off white bubbles on hard pour but quickly dissipates to a thin cap aroma under a skunky and cardboardy nastiness caramel malt and a touch of sweet apples and rust flavor a dry malt backbone followed by a combined hop bitterness and vegetal flavor somewhat vinous fruit notes faint yeast twinge finishes dry with a vegetal aftertaste mouthfeel medium body powdery feel pert carbonation touch of alcohol warmth other comments a bit of a let down after the last beer i reviewed fuller s golden promise and the skunkiness did n t help its case . clear bottles are inexcusable .,aroma,0.3,0
this is one of charlie s best yearly releases . it just goes down like water . appearance is a deep black to mahogany color . pours very light with finger length head that clings for a while . the smell is that of a traditional lager with a little roasted malt to it . taste is great . nice and dark but still has that lager taste to it . mouthfeel is very light and goes down very smooth . drinkability is off the charts . if there was a i would vote for it .,aroma,0.6,1
i could walk around all night with a glass of this near my nose . the toastiness slight caramel and hops with a whisp of smoke and a handful of alcohol are captivating . it poured a a tight off white head that stuck around for a bit . it amber colored and brilliant . the aroma comes through in the flavor but the hops are more prevalent in the flavor and finish . the finish has just enough hop bitterness to dry the mouth but leaving the corners full of toasty nutty sweetness and tongue lined with the mildest alcohol sting . it round and smooth on the palate . i d love to have this on a nitro tap . yikes would that be special . it sips well and is not for gulping . i had this with a kc red sauce on brisket and it was excellent .,aroma,1.0,1
wow i ca n t believe i drank this . at least i did n t pay for it . a guy i know brought it to our new years eve party . yes i know that was days ago i just could n t bring myself to review this . partly shame partly that i want to forget the experience . poured a very clear very light yellowish color . like someone put a drop or two of yellow food coloring in water . those of you who could n t smell this be glad the smell was horrid . smelled like rotten egg . very very gross . made me want to put it back in search of something that i could stomach . thankfully it did n t taste like it smelled . to be honest it tasted fairly close to bud light . like a watered down rice beer . no hops to speak of . light in the mouth . no bite . just like drinking water as far as the mouthfeel went . drinkability . they wish . i ll never drink this again . it took me a few hours to get over the smell of it . i suppose if you re on the adkins diet and you are adamant that the beer is what caused the gut then this could be the beer for you however as i observed this is not the beer for me . i went right back to the bully . porter i brought and tried to drown my tastebuds in something they d enjoy . i also appologized to them for hours .,aroma,0.2,0
this is the best of only or different chilli beers i ve tasted . good crisp look small bubbles not a huge nose great chille flavor tastes like serranos . not too hot just perfect pepper taste all the way thru . amazing with spicy enchiladas velvety for a pale ail . like butter on the tongue . medium to light body . i could drink a easy . one of the best beers i ve ever had with food .,aroma,0.7,1
had this on tap at max s the other night . very glad to see this fine brewery finally available in maryland . the beer pours a beautiful light orange color with very good head retention and lacing . on the nose this beer is dipa perfection . one gets an incredible aroma of light pine sweet orange citrus almost tang or orange cool aide like and noticeable bitterness . just unbelievable . on the palate the beer is very good but does n t blow my socks off . it s another very good dipa with lots of orange citrus and hoppy bitterness . the beer is fairly light on the palate though you know the alcohol is there . still it s not obtrusive and the beer is not heavy on the finish . very nice beer from stone brewing .,aroma,1.0,1
poured this brew into a standard pint glass . lots of carbonation which make a solid two finger thick head of light khaki . the body is copper in color and is mildly hazy . not much in the way of aroma except for some caramel from the malts some metallic hops qualities and a hint of pine . upfront there is n t much of a taste either but middle to the end sweetness of ginger nutmeg and vanilla envelope the palate . feels medium in body with lot of carbonation and an oily slickness in the end . overall a non intrusive kind of beer . not really sticking out with any real certain qualities .,aroma,0.4,0
love the art work on this brew . this liquid appears a golden orange liquid with little carbonation and decent initial head that fades quickly . some splotchy lace . smell is a wonderful grapefruit burst . sweet citrus . the citrus flavor explodes with this beer . grapefruit foremost followed by tangerine . most of the sweetness here is citric in nature not much malt . mouthfeel is crisp and refreshing the taste lingers and begs for more . this is an ipa that i would love to see packed .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle at a portuguese restaurant chosen at random from the three portuguese beers on offer . the waiter poured the beer into a non chilled glass good . but so gingerly as to forestall any chance of forming a head bad . this produced a slender glass of perfectly clear light gold beer like filtered apple juice . a few white bubbles feebly form a thin ring . bit of sweet sour apple aroma . and.hey . it actually tastes like something . mostly a generic citron with some resin in the finish in which a nasty metallic taste sometimes emerges . malt present only as sweetness . the pour appears to have preserved lots of carbornation . it s as prickly as mineral water . bubbles constantly stream up from the bottom . pretty but prickly . o sabor da conquista . i would n t go that far .,aroma,0.7,1
batch into a tulip . a amber in color with a light haze . gave me a big bubbly tan head that calmed slowly to a thin cap . leaves thick swaths of lacing in my glass . s amazingly sweet toffee ripe berry tangerine faint grassiness . t toasted malt with notes of juniper and huge pine resin hop character . pungent bitterness hangs on the tongue for quite a while . unfortunately taste exhibits none of the qualities found in the nose . very one dimensional here . m medium in body with more carbonation than i prefer usually . finer co profile . o easily drinkable and enjoyable but kind of a let down . this bottle is days old by my calculations so maybe this is one beer that must be had as fresh as possible . maybe i ll try again next year .,aroma,0.9,1
a brilliantly striking bold copper . almost red . a fine and dense head doesnt have the best retention . thing rim around the side . s pineapple . that s legitimately the first time i ve wrote that . melon . when i revisit it moves more towards a floral aroma . maybe a little bit of heat towards the finish . t hot hot hot . wow . this one needed some time . hop characteristics certainly make their way in there citrus and a puckering bitterness . a little ganj . m very tingly on a very full body . d i like the concept actually love it but this really needs some more time . maybe it got too close to room temperature to let the heat shine through too much . who knows but it feels like im drinking a fine scotch rather than a beer . very mixed feelings right now .,aroma,1.0,1
this is always a fun one to open oversize bottlecap then short cork . something to think about given the wine industry s gradual acceptance of plastic corks how long until belgian brewers start going that way . something else to think about is an ale cork as good an indicator of an ale s freshness as a wine cork is of a wine s . i am pouring straight from the fridge cold . the pour is smooth and the drink is dark red purple with a thin transient pink purple head . for a striking contrast compare the head on lindemans framboise with the straw white of a liefmans head . the odor is subtle and a good reminder why tulip glasses exist . the aroma is slightly musty although this has never indicated staleness in the past and of course overwhelmingly dominated by raspberries . the taste is everywhere . it s sweet and tart at once with a little pleasant bitterness in the mostly tart aftertaste . i recommend sipping just a little and letting the lambic warm to just below body temperature before swallowing . i do n t detect much wheatiness or maltiness just raspberries raspberries raspberries . big dark overripe raspberries . and a touch of must . in a strange way the mouthfeel is disturbing i feel i should be breaking raspberry seeds between my teeth . strongly acidic distinctly carbonated but not drying . overall this is a lot of fun in a lambic . it s certainly miles ahead of the huyghe line and well worth the us bottle . i only wish the raspberry were n t so popular it drowns out the equally worthy peach and other flavors .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle bottled early nov poured into a duvel glass a pours golden yellow completely clear finger frothy white head . s grapefruit pineapple tangerine a little dank caramel . fairly strong aroma and inviting . t definitely citrus forward although the flavors are a bit more muted than the nose lead me to believe . malt character is a little toasted with a fair amount of caramel sweetness . the hops do n t quite kick you like i like in big hop ipas and there s almost no bitterness . flavors seem to fade fairly quick after it crosses the tongue the finish pale caramel malt with a little citrus . starts pretty strong and tasty but it fades too quickly and lacks bitterness . m i like the moderate carbonation level but the body is way too thin and light . i feel like this beer would maintain it s flavor better if it only had a thicker maltier base . d very easy to drink this . one of the easier ipas on the palate though it s not what i look for in the style . i d like to try this really fresh again i do love the hop flavors but they just become too muted .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to wcudwight for this one poured into sam adams glass a . pale cloudy body with little white head that fades quickly s. a cirtusy lemon banana scent . nice t. sharp zesty taste leaving a weird lemon aftertaste . ryealso makes an appearance . but not much if any banana . kind of disappointed after the smell . m. mouth feel was full and smooth . d. would n t be my choice for session beer but for someone who was into the beer sessionability would be very good . not filling and pretty refreshing . glad to have had the chance to try this one . average beer . if i was in the mood for a hefe or something in the like style . i d go with something else . but a solid beer nonetheless,aroma,0.8,1
this german bomber pours a cloudy urine yellow with three fingers worth of bleach white head that holds tight for a good miniute before deflating to a thin covering with lots of big sticky sheets of lacing left as proof . this is much less impressive to the nose the eyes may have stolen the show . i t smells like a funky straw bale some wet grassy notes as well . the taste is on the way back up but not by much . a lot of grain and subtle grassy undertones . a touch of sweetness helps this one to a pretty average taste score . the body is light and the carbonation is almost non existant with a slightly dry finish . this is decent beer seems like it could be well above the average mark if it was fresh .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle . pours a hazy amber bown with a thin head that quickly goes to a thin collar . the aroma is bready malts a touch of fruit and some spices nutmeg allspice . the flavor is vegetal malts with spices . it has a bit of an off metallic finish . the mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with a little spritzy carbonation but is mostly watery . overall it sounded and smelled so good just did n t taste good to me . i like pumpkin beers but this was a bit off vegetal and metallic .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle aquired at the source . pours dark amber with an off white head of pourus density . the myriad of large to fine bubbles recede within minutes to individual whisps of light foam . lacework is nil to none . aroma is the highpoint of the brew blueberry piecrust with mild toasty malt . body is lightish and watery light carbonation but still a bit prickly . pallet is thin and meak . very mild blueberry flavor and light malt . hopping is in bitterness only and light fruityness beyong the lacking blueberry character . finishes bitter with some residual sweetness and dissapointingly . bar harbor makes some great beers but this one needs lots of improvement . namely more flavor all around . blueberry character is small as well as any other profile . with a big blue label that broadly states true blue . abv .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a thick murky mahogany with a small tan head that has little retention but surprisingly good lacing down the glass . s big oak notes with bourbon as soon as i popped the cap . has a good underlying sweet aromas of raisin and caramel malts vanilla and some apple cider . t not as complex as i had hoped for but still good . starts off with bourbon vanilla flavors with some caramel malt sweetness mid palate then big oak flavors with a bit of spice through the long finish . only a little bit of heat from the booze . m full viscous body with perfectly low carbonation but there is some residual sugary buildup coating the palate by the end of the glass . d founders calls it a sipper and i agree . i would n t hesitate to buy this one again and am looking forward to getting more of this heading into the colder months .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance pours a dark obsidian with a nice tan head that initially impresses but fizzes away very rapidly some lacing at first but that is quickly a memory smell spent coffee grounds sprinkled with a touch of cream taste although the taste starts out fine with a coffee with cream character by mid palate we are headed in a phenolicly bitter direction plastic city after the swallow sooty flavors arrive but they are attacked by the phenols to obliterate the finish mouthfeel light to medium body with moderate to low carbonation drinkability sadly a letdown this is just not a very good stout thanks esjaygee from the other site for the opportunity the request was mine,aroma,0.8,1
nice looking pour . hazy golden color . decent lacing down the glass . smells tremendous of hoppy goodness with lots of yeasty tones . that is where it ended for me . although a full bodied beer no doubt very unbalanced . hops are twingy and not smooth and they explode without warning . beer tasted of alcohol and hops so it was a tough one to swallow.no pun intended . i will buy it again but for the price i can find many better hoppy brews .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a ml bottle into a nonic a copper with a reddish tint a bit light tan head rests on the top s raisins prunes plums dates with a sweet smell at the end maybe a hint of alcohol in there . this smells real delicious . t balanced malt hop mix up front with a hint of the fruity taste the smell indicated . a bit of a buttery finish . m i really hate to do this because this beer in the bottle is n t anywhere near what i remember this beer being like on cask but the mouthfeel on this is terrible especially terrible for the style . this is way too carbonated and that really takes away from the flavor . d smells great but the taste really is n t the greatest and the mouthfeel really hurts this one . i remember this being a million times better when i had it out of a cask and hopefully i will be able to try it again that way to post another review for this beer . i would n t pick up another bottle of this but would love to try it out of the cask .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours with a small head of white foam on a clear dark golden body . the foam does n t have much staying power and ur leaves light lace . s intense fruity hops with notes of grapefruit pine and green onions . some toffee malt in the background provides a bit of contrast . t pine hops and sweet toffee malt come out first . some spicy notes of black pepper and onion in the middle . it finishes up with sweet toasted malt and sweaty pine hops as well as moderate bitterness . m medium body moderately high carbonation and a slightly sweet finish . d spectacular aroma displayed on a solid background of malt . the flavor is n t quite as well balanced as the aroma with a musty sweaty flavor that is nice at first but becomes cloying toward the end if the bottle . the aroma is still so full and excellent that it makes up for any weakness in the flavor profile .,aroma,1.0,1
. ounce corked and caged bottle poured into a snifter glass . pours a deep dark brown nearly black in color supporting the brewery s description of the beer as being black . the pour produces a thick two fingered head of tan foam that fades away very slowly leaving behind a curtained wall of lace as the glass empties . the nose is a graceful display of citrusy hop notes combined with a deep fruity maltiness characterized by notes of black cherry plum and pomegranate milk chocolate makes a fleeting appearance . rich and full bodied with a moderate carbonation . a beautiful work of complex malt hop interplay with an opening of milk chocolate dark cherry fig raisin and grenadine followed up in the middle by a bitter yet citrusy hop character with notes of grapefruit orange tangerine and lemon pith mingling with a little white pepper spiciness . finishes with pink grapefruit and orange peel lingering afterward with a bit of sweet caramel . exceedingly smooth and drinkable the . abv sneaks up quickly especially in a pound person . very balanced this black barleywine ale is nearly the perfect example of an imperial india style black ale though it is separated by a lack of roasted malt character placing it firmly within barleywine territory . splendidly balanced and characterful this is one worthy piece of brewing history and quite easily one worthy of being carried further into history through aging . absolutely superb .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle poured in a pilsner glass a finger width tan head tiny bubbles but well carbonated . opaque dark brown almost black . weaker retention but nice lacing . s chocolaty coffee roasted malt maybe some caramel tones . t surprisingly thin flavor i was expecting a much heartier bitter flavor . chocolate and coffee is n t strongly present . no boozy flavor either though . m thin . unfortunate for a porter . comes across watery . o disappointed with this beer . the appearance and smell had me so excited for the taste only to be let down by a watery drink .,aroma,0.9,1
splurged on almost two full cases of mixed new belgium beer on my vacation to arkansas . bought this sunshine skinny dip la folie the abbey and tripel . thats all they had at the stores in my local arkie area . i ve never seen a thick consistent head on any other pilsner before . great bubbling and thick lacing to boot . the best looking pilsner i ve had up to this point . but the smell did n t match the pleasant sight . pretty musky for what was expected to be a well crafted new belgium brew . no clean or crisp definition of the malts or hops . the flavor was slightly better than your miller or bud . drinakable . yet not what you expected from a brewery .,aroma,0.3,0
poured from a oz bottle into a nonic . i ve tended to stay away from this brew because even if it claims it s extremely fresh craft brewed several times on the label . a store i frequent finally got some of it in that s actually fresh so it s finally worth a try . this one pours a hazy orange amber with a finger and a half of head . retention is poor but lacing is alright . aroma is full of piney hops and candied citrus . a bit of sweet caramel malt makes up the backbone . a touch of diacetyl . a bit too sweet smelling for my tastes but still good . the taste has some sweet malts citrus and a bit of hop presence also with a noticeable touch of diacetyl that tries to ruin the show . it s kept in check enough to keep this from being terrible but it still could be much better with good qc . the mouthfeel is a little too smooth and slippery which can probably also be blamed in the diacetyl . the drinkability is pretty good all things considered . overall this could be a good beer but again diacetyl rears it s ugly head and ruins it all . qc your beers .,aroma,0.8,1
a hazy orange brown with very little head . after it sits for a minute or so it looks like an unfiltered apple juice . s a little barley and some tangy fruits like orange pear apricot t starts off with that specific fruity flavor that came from the nose and leads into a good amount of alcohol and finishes with a sweetness and very little hops . there is a syrup sweetness that hangs strong through the entire experience . m full and syrupy not a lot of carbonation d this beer has the thickness and characteristic sweetness of a double bock which is unfortunately a beer style i do not like . this is a lot like a fruity sam adams double bock . i ca n t finish this beer without some food to break up the heavy sweet onslaught . did i mention this was a thick sweet beer . shivers,aroma,0.8,1
good old okocim one of poland s more drinkable brews even if its now massufactured by danish giants carlsberg . we start off with a straw color and a bit of carbonation bubbles . the head sticks around for a few minutes before giving up the ghost . the nose is nothing special grainy and sour hops coming to mind . it smells like adjuncts honestly not good at all . the taste stands up a bit better helped by a surprisingly pleasing texture . not enough hop bite but the finish is still very satisfying . the malt is okay thanks to lack of sugars but not of flavor . carbonation is obvious but not unpeasantly so here its actually an advantage . this one takes me back to smoky loud exteremely fun winter nights in the bar under the castle in bielsko biala where my girlfriend and i spent a memorable year back in ought three . that smell is for suckers though .,aroma,0.4,0
a the pour is a murky dark amber color with plenty of caramel color going on . the head is almost non existent a small group of tan bubbles form on top . s there s an incredibly rich sweetness to the nose . lots of caramel brown sugar and maple syrup . also some hints of chocolate and vanilla adding to the sweetness . notes of dark fruits such as cherries raisins and plums . t the flavor is not quite as sweet as you would expect from the aroma . it s also sort of watery . there s a bit more detectable roast and toast than offered up in the nose . still mostly caramel brown sugar and hints of chocolate . m the body is also mildly watery with a pretty low level of carbonation which does n t seem appropriate . d too much water flavor and the mouthfeel was a real let down . not sure what s going on with this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
served in an american pint glass a with a slow proper pour this beer filled the glass with foam . very strong carbonation pssst when opened . head is a big cream light brown that lasts for a bit . body is dark brown but pretty clear when held up to a bright light . lots of carbonation s nice malty aroma with a more light roast smell . a faint hint of hops that accents the malt and just a hint of dried fruit yeastiness . t tartness like that of strong roasted grain followed by an almost citrus taste . finishes with an astringency aswell . m this has a very fizzy mouthfeel followed by an astringent bite . light watery body is hidden in there somewhere . d i have not read any other reviews but i hope this beer has an infection or there was a mishap that occurred from the brewer to my glass . the carbonation is through the roof the taste is way to tart with no maltyness left and the mouthfeel tingles the tongue . i have to rate this beer as is but i will try the rest of the pack and update my review later .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a clear orange brown with minimal off white head that disappears quickly and leaves no lacing . upfront the smell has alot of oak and toffee . no alchohol . taste hits hard with a liquor style kick . ultra sweet yet incredibly well balanced in the mouthfeel . it glides down and leaves a stickyness that lingers forever . the alchohol is noticeable in the aftertaste and the feeling in the chest . drinkability wouldnt recommend this one to any lighter beer fans or beer newbs . i cant really envision a type of session that would involve one of these but it was worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
my friend got this brew and then changed her mind after one drink . when it came there was absolutly no head and no ring left on the glass . the smell was very floral with just a hint of apples . the taste was very macro zero hop bite with a clean watery finish . all and all a very refreshing beer but a taste more macro than micro .,aroma,0.4,0
one of many beers sent to me for the secret santa bif from hwwty . thanks for yet another great brew bill . a dark brown to black body that is completely opaque . good sized brown head that settles down to a ring and leaves a little bit of lacing . smell is great . coffee beans and some roasted aromas a touch of chocolate . this beer is dominated by coffee notes . up front there is a blast of malty sweetness with notes of chocolate and caramel . this initial sweetness is followed by a solid and strong coffee flavor . finshes with some more sweetness most likely oat enhanced . mouthfeel is great . a little thick for a porter but i dig the smooth creamy body on this one . in fact every tyranena brew seems to have the mouthfeel just right . a drinkable beer especially for coffee lovers .,aroma,1.0,1
oz into snifter in the high s and reviewed into the high s . pours w out much head and no real lacing but it s an barleywine after all . deep orange colored body quite clear w just a hint of carbonation . aromas are full of the whiskey barrel but really well balanced with a ton of tree fruit especially apricots and apples . little bit of caramel and vanilla glaze . smooth yet warm on the palate . flavors are a rich mix of fruits thick bread yeast honey lots of honey just a kiss of hops vanilla icing maybe some fruitcake . just a lot going on here . and fairly sweet but delicious . as it warms it converts to creme brulee and banana pudding but never loses the whiskey barrel . mouthfeel could n t be much smoother for the abv and style . the high heat brushed back my mf score by a notch ball . overall a really well made beer . my winner of the month so far .,aroma,1.0,1
a dark coal black with a small head that does not linger . s booze . sweet fruit plum . roasted malt . chocolate coffee as well . t roasted coffee bean chocolate followed by toasted malt . the booze i smell is n t here . taste lingers a bit . that s a good thing . i do n t taste the much . m creamy and smooth . very nice . d as far as impy stouts go the drinkability is great . very well balanced imperial stout . if you re looking to have more than a couple ris in a sitting this is the one . seek it out .,aroma,0.6,1
i bought this at stimmel s in oh for . a month ago never seen it for sale again before or since . the beer is dark reddish brown colored clear but with low light transmission with an enourmous poofy foam that takes forever to recede . the smell is good and in fact is the strongest attribute in my opinion . loads of roasted malt and chocolate . the taste has a surprising amount of sourness in it so much that i suspect there s something wrong with my bottle maybe the bottle was n t disinfected properly before filling the flavor seems similar to a homebrew problem i had once . anyway i can still get some chocolate flavor out of if but the sourness makes it difficult to enjoy . i ll try this again if i see it in mn hopefully from a different batch and revise the review in case i had a bad bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
a pale golden pour with a lot of small bubbles . the large soapy white head dissipates quickly into poor lacings . s grainy malt not too exciting . bitter hops in the back . kind of bready . t creamy smooth malt with bitter hops . actually this is better than the smellm not great but better . bready . m long creamy bitter aftertaste pretty nice . body is smooth medium and carbonation is rich . o well you ll get what you pay for and this one came cheap .,aroma,0.4,0
quite nice . beautiful in a glass with a bright amber color . has a moderate head and almost no scent . a very clean simple taste with a slight toasted finish . mouth feel has a little bite but very easy drinking . can state no additives preservatives or pasteurization and it has a natural quality impression that makes me think they are telling the truth . well done .,aroma,0.6,1
a a dark as hell brown color with a brown head . a little bit of lacing . s lots of dark chocolate but mostly coffee lots and lots of coffee . this beer smells amazing . t very roasty lots of coffee lots of chocolate some sweetness in the background . m nice and thin well carbonated . d wow this is one bitchin lager .,aroma,1.0,1
auburn color minimal quick fading head . sweat citrus aroma . almost caramel but not as overpowering . mildly bitter with a heavy feel on the palate . toasted malt finish which trails off to a metallic aftertaste . disappointing bier . not true to the style . acidic bitterness lingers well after finish . brown bottle . no fresh date .,aroma,0.8,1
found a bomber of this at d s six packs in monroeville with take out price of . . score . a pours a light amber color with nice head and lacing . s mostly of citrus crisp hops but not dominant . bread smell . t not as hoppy as expected so i guess it s old . a pity since i was hoping for a hop bomb but really nice citrus and floral hops make the beer enjoyable . m actually pretty light for percent which is weird . drink with caution . d well i may seek this out again . it really was a decent dipa . may have to have it fresh to see if i can get more hop flavor .,aroma,1.0,1
nik gold looks decent in the glass . the beer is a little darker than most lagers of its type i.e one bottle premium continental lagers a little fuller looking . light browns and even lighter honey colours topped with the head which was definitely better than average until you begin sipping when it goes down a patchy layer of bone white foam . thin but consistent layers of lacing . the aroma is of dust and cardboard and maybe some adjunct aroma . the smell is extremely bland besides a little dose of malty sweetness and some hard water there is very little to make me want to take a sip . thankfully the taste is not as offensive but it is fairly plain . plain but drinkable and mildly refreshing . powdery hops mix with some bready sourish malt with a little caramel in the finish . the aftertaste is more dry than sweet with a sizable bitterness left over . this tastes much like the big asian lagers you can get asahi kirin etc . the hops definitely leave a dusty feeling on the palate which i disliked at first but it actually adds some much needed nuance to the flavour . it would go down easy with a light meal or on a hot day . the malt does seem a little boozy and adjunct laden . mouthfeel is light just what i was expecting . drinkability is its best merit . worth a try once .,aroma,0.4,0
picked up a bottle for my new years party . pours a cloudy golden yellow with a nice white head of foam . nice foamy lacing . smells nice with hints of sweet malts coriander citrus fruit and yeast . this sample had that musty aroma of a green bottled beer . nice nutty malt sweetness with a tea like flavor of mint corriander and citrus fruit orange peel . very nice and smooth . nice beer very smooth and balanced . awesome brew . cheers .,aroma,0.7,1
poured a nice medium amber color . formed a creamy white head . the smell almost like pumpkin pie . could smell pumpkin and the right amount of spice aroma . however in the taste i could not detect any of spice that i had smelled . dissapointing there . did detect a slight pumpkin taste . mouth feel was smooth with the right amount of carbonation . overall decent beer would drink again .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into an oversized wine glass . a bit darker than i expected as it was amber in tint with a thick head that disappeared quickly . it smells very earthy but still has that bubblegummy sweetness in the nose as well . also a touch of hop spice . i think i was hoping for a bit more sourness but this was a good effort . it is earthy and and full of esters . the mouth feel is pretty consistant with th style but it is n t going to replace any imports in this style . also there is a bit of a soapiness which was a bit off putting .,aroma,0.9,1
ephemere apple is a cloudy sparkling yellow ale with with a few yeast particles in it . it has a small white head that disappears rather quickly . the primary aroma is doughy yeast with light lemon apple and coriander . the flavor is the typically balanced unibroue profile sweet bitter and sour light in this case . it has a light and lively mouth feel . the flavor turns from baked apple to a touch of bitter orange in the short clean finish . rated feb,aroma,0.7,1
a burnt amber with a thick creamy head . ample frothiness and decent lacing . moderate carbonation . s pine was the aroma put forth most from the hops . a lot of oak to it . it smelled much more like an old ale or barleywine than a dipa . appealing albeit it slightly light . t superb and i think worth reclassifying . very much like a barleywine or an old ale . the hops are definitely there but there s an undeniably large amount of malt for the style . the dominant flavors are pine from the hops and roastiness . the oak comes out after and is foundational to the entire taste . the richness to the oak comes out after about half your drink and makes you wish you did n t just have half of it left . it has the amount of character that you d expect from a drink that has twice the booziness . i was hoping to get my dipa fix from this but i got a barleywine fix . not the same but probably better . m the mouthfeel is entirely perfect . it rolls around and feels just as full as you d want . after that it s full of sticky hop resin to keep you immersed in the taste . o very impressed with this beer . by far my favorite offering from dfh . i only bought one bottle of this and i m wishing i bought the remaining two at the store . this is a barleywine style beer that drinks like a dipa or perhaps even better . the alcohol is there but it s not getting in the way one bit . for a beer i thought it had a great amount of complexity .,aroma,0.7,1
despite my review big thanks to deliriumfest for this beer . actually no this was a bonus beer so a huge thanks to deliriumfest for giving me the chance to try it without forking over a rather large sum of money on a four pack . a it looks fine for a berliner weissbier . i have n t one that one was really special to look at thus far . the liquid is golden straw yellow . the head puffs up big and white but dissipates to nothing quickly . s where are the peaches . i love peaches . fresh from the farmer s market peaches are incredibly lovely and their lush aroma lets you know when they re ripe and juicy . this smells nothing like a peach farm fresh and ripe or any other way . this beer smells a bit like cheap malt liquor sweaty with grain lurking in the background . i kind of like the tart yogurty aroma of a plain berliner weissbier but this beer does n t even have that . t the taste is somewhat better still no peaches but some of the proper tart notes . the fruit flavoring clashes with these notes in a quite unfortunate manner . the flavoring imparts a blandly citric character . i ve never had a peach wine or anything so i ca n t really comment on how fermented peaches taste but it definitely does n t taste like sweet peaches . it s hard to tell if the underlying berliner weissbier is any good because the flavoring corrupts it . m my problems with the peach flavoring makes it difficult to judge this category effectively but i will say that the feel does not make things worse . d i just do n t like this beer . i did n t like aprihop either but for very different reasons . this beer does n t really have a fruit concentrate flavor . the fruit flavor just tastes a bit like a bad lemon rather than cloying in any way . i love dfh for experimenting but they should n t force something that just does n t work . this is all just my opinion of course . i definitely have no desire to trash dfh . they re good people and make some great beers . punkin ale is my favorite pumpkin beer . why ca n t their other seasonals be that good .,aroma,0.3,0
light malt with a nice floral nose . the malt was not too overpowering which allowed for much of the hop flavor to come out . finish was long an smooth . mouthfeel is clean and crisp which lends itself to be an easy drinking brew . overall a decent beer worth trying one or two .,aroma,0.9,1
a amber red rhubarb hue with a nice one finger head that deposits a lot of really fine lace on the glass . nice head retention . s this has the same sort of muddy river bottom silt smell that i noted in the saranac lager and sam adams lager . i also get a little bit of resiny dark fruit . .raisins and prunes . the malt is caramely and some very subdued hops are there along with some cinnamon . t rough grassy hops mineral water and a lot of metal flavors . tonic water and minerals . i like a gin and tonic once in a while but i do n t favor tonic water flavors in my beer . m gritty and raw . medium bodied with an of dry finish . metallic aftertaste . d poor . this has an overriding metallic mineral flavor that i do n t like at all .,aroma,0.8,1
the . . . i could think of reasons to drink this beer on a degree day . alcohol content is not one of them . the appearance is a crystal clear slightly bright yellow body with many carbonation bubbles popping around foamy white head that dies quickly . the aroma is nothing more than adjunct and water all the way . corn . i think . i m not sure but i m pretty sure this beer is all adjunct . flavor comes in considerably sweet which is odd with the low alcohol content . did they add artificial flavorings and sweetener . no particular good qualities nothing terrible a little grainy but beyond that beer water . good crisp mouthfeel a little watery but for the style good . i certainly do n t hate it like i do a lot of other light lagers . it is slightly respectable in its attempt to market itself as a calorie beer . but it is so low alcohol it seems its only use is to swig when you are hot .,aroma,0.3,0
ounce bottle served in a pint glass at refrigerator temperature . pours a clear golden body with a white head that drops quickly to a thin film . just a few small dots of lacing are left behind and slip back into the glass quickly . the aroma is initially skunky no doubt thanks to the green bottle . stale bread follows as well as raw cereal grains . the taste fortunately is a lot more pleasing than the smell . bready malts are nicely balanced by slightly spicy hops and grains come in to round off the flavors . medium bodied with a decent bite on the back of the tongue when swallowing . afterwards it leaves a chalky feel . out of the bottle this brew was n t too bad probably because i could n t smell it . putting it in a glass did n t do it any favors i could drink a lot more of these directly from the bottle .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bomber served in a nonic pint . batch bottled in may . a pours a clear orange ish hue . very bright . three fingers of fluffy head that lasts and laces nicely . s candied oranges . honey drenched pine sprigs . a little bit of carmel malt comes through as well . very aromatic . t consistently bitter from start to finish but not overwhelmingly so . the sweet citrus that was apparent in the smell becomes tart in the flavor . i love the hop profile of this beer but the malty sweetness is just too much for me . pine makes an appearance . malt pine and bitterness make up the finish and aftertaste . m carbonation neither hurts nor harms this one . feel has a certain slickness . d pretty good . the abv is up there and the bitterness is in the palate wrecking zone but i ca n t really knock it because this is what an imperial ipa is supposed to be . it has become a little cloyingly sweet however . i wan na love this beer but it s just not to my taste . i find it to be too sweet . i do n t mind a balanced ipa but the combination of malty sweet and imperial ipa bitterness is off putting . maharaja is reminiscent of minute which i ve never been a big fan of . i love the scent and the hop flavors and i can see why this beer is very appealing to others . but it s just not my thing .,aroma,0.9,1
poured the oz bottle smells amazing looks great with good carbination the flavor let me down the initial impression was stellar but followed by a light bodied lingering hop flavor that doesnt seem to justify the body style of the beer . very drinkable beer tho considering the body style carbonation but i wish it had a a little more umph to it understandable tho for roughly . i would buy it again but first impressions arent everything with this beer,aroma,0.9,1
i ve been drinking this beer for about years now since i ve been living in the bangor area . personally i find when you open it the smell is what hits you . the aroma of it is amazing almost a pumpkin cider type smell . but that s about where it ends . from there the appearance comes out average . the taste is slightly above average but you can only have max at a time otherwise it becomes too much for you . i like to have it to start a night off right especially before moving to a pumpkinhead or harpoon oktoberfest . but usually only one . so that s what i d recommend for others to do as well .,aroma,1.0,1
a two fingers of white head on a slightly hazy yellow body . the foam settles slowly and leaves good lace . s lively lemon oil aroma very fresh and unique . lots of spicy wheat and slightly fruity yeast . t tart wheat with a huge lemon note and a hint of lime . grainy and puckeringly acidic in the finish but not quite what i would call sour . m medium body moderately high carbonation and a dry cider like finish . d an extremely unique and refreshing beer that is very drinkable . the aroma is spectacular it smells like oil squeezed out of a fresh lemon peel though the flavor is not quite as good . this one is a must try if you come across it and the style is deserving of the revival is it experiencing .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a decent light golden good compared to comparable beers not much head to speak of little retention . smell sweet grainy taste fairly smooth grainy corn bit of malt fairly sweet . mouthfeel better than you might expect a bit of creaminess to it well carbonated . drinkability not that great yeah you could slam down some of these but it s not something i would seek out o.k . is the best i can give it .,aroma,0.4,0
a well the appearance is about as nice as they come . you get the beautiful nitrogen show and then it settles with a dark brown almost black body with a nice light tan head . s man this beer smells doesnt have much smell to it . it has some chocolate and coffee with a nice amount of malt . t i really enjoy the taste of this beer . it has a nice roasted malt with some earthy tastes . i am also getting some caramel and a lot more malt . m this has to be one of the smoothest beers of all time . there is a little bit of crispness but you hardly notice . just amazing o i know on this site this beer doesnt get great reviews but man it is very tasty to me . i find it to be easy to drink tasty and easy to find . this isnt the best stout on the market at all but this is a nice beer .,aroma,0.6,1
this saranac offering pours a medium amber with a slight foamy white head . little lacing is left on the glass . its smell is its best characteristic floral hops malty a hint of wheat really beautiful . the taste is sweety malty as well as bitter . not a great session beer due to a tad too much carbonation but a nice change of pace .,aroma,0.9,1
pours caramel brown with finger of sand colored head . insane head retention great lacing s caramel piney hops a bit of leafy hops as this warms t caramel piney notes up front . a bit of brown sugar as this warms along with grapefruit hops rich caramel some boozey warmth . finishes dry with boozey warmth piney herbal hops a bit of cakeyness mf chewy with low carbonation near perfect balance drinks a little slow due the heft of this beer . a solid red amber was looking for a little more hop profile . having said that i d put this in my rotation if it were available here . bear republic please come back to co .,aroma,0.6,1
this one pours a light auburn in color with a light white head . it does n t really have any overpowering aromas . both the hops and malt are pretty subtle . it does n t stand out in that category . it is very tasty and has a unique kind of sweetness to it . it s really kind of hard to describe but it is very appealing . i really enjoyed it . it drinks well pretty light in consistency and has good carbonation to it . it s very drinkable especially for a pale .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance clear dark copper in color with a head . mild lacing develops on the glass during the session . smell a hint of caramel candy sweetness is all the nose picks ups . taste full bodied maltiness creating a caramel sweetness ripe black plums and hearty bitterness makes my tastebuds dance . much bolder flavors than other ambers i have had . mouthfeel lightly crisp but smooth overall . short aftertaste of malty goodness . drinkability great session beer and i tend to find most ambers dull and uninteresting but this one is simply a pleasure to drink . have one soon .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a tallboy can into a pint glass a pours a cloudy shade of orange with a two finger white head . the head is very puffy and there are a lot of bubbles up the glass . looks find s awesome citrus hop aroma much more aggressive than i expected from a tiny bitter . insane . t as expected with the age of this months refrigerated for the last month the hops are faded . but i can tell there s a nice citrus backbone along with a nice biscuity sweetness to it . lovely m body is overall pretty thin nothing to see here o awesome sessionable beer . i ca n t wait to order a bunch of this when it drops fresh next year .,aroma,1.0,1
bottled aug pours copper gold with a off white head that faded to a film and left some spotted lacing smell is very faint but what i did pick up on is malt taste is much better then the nose still the beer gets most of its flavor from the malt the hops are still there but they are more for giving the beer a good amount of bitterness mouthfeel good medium body with ample carbonation crisp yet smooth and creamy overall doubt i would buy this again but i still look forward to trying more beers from upland,aroma,0.4,0
pour clear red amber in color with a tall two and a half fingers of white head that retains decently and leaves some nice lacing on the glass . smell faint aroma with some piney hops a little bit of malt and a hint of iced tea . taste rich biscuit malty taste with a fair bit of caramel as well . the middle is nutty and the beer finishes up semi sweet and with quite a punch of piney hops . mouthfeel light with a fair amount of carbonation but not overly done . crisp and clean . drinkability easily drinkable and very sessionable . could have a few easily . final notes a very good amber ale lots of biscuity caramelly goodness but the hoppy back end is also a pleasant surprise . and it comes in a can perfect for tailgating fishing trips or on the links .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a thick bubbly tan head . dissipates quickly . deep amber brown color looks like cola . smells great . spicy malty slight peppermint . a little alcohol on the nose . a little fruity . malty nutty flavor . cinnamon nutmeg . just a tiny touch of hops . body is a little thin lots of big bubbles heavy carbonation . alcohol content is a mystery but it seems like its just about right in the range . overall drinkability is decent . i could put back quite a few of these . the spices are n t overwhelming . i think i ll put a few in the celler next to the s and see how they turn out .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a golden amber with little and a little lacing . s cinnamon scent is ever present and festive . t pumpkin and earthy but no hops . the brews house suggests that drinking this ale with a cinnamon sugar coated rim . it definitely adds to the experience . m neutral mouthfeel . nothing special . d yes but some may question why .,aroma,0.8,1
vintage consumed in oct. of . a big thick off white foamy head . very dark red body . only very tiny carbonation is visible . s beautiful dark malt and deep cherry aroma . t musty leather sherry mediera has this been oxidized . leather tar dry with light bitterness . m medium body with light carbonation . d neither myself nor any of the four people i shared this bottle with liked it at all . paired second glass with cherry pie without improvement .,aroma,1.0,1
ok tard. perhaps you went home with the hot chick . what bugs me more though is that you gave me this hauntingly good beer . as much as the memory of that toe headed vixen lingers in my mind. the hop jolt provided here can satiate any animal urge . crystal amber pour with a soapy tan head . bubbles crackle on the surface and porous patterns of lace follow the disintegrating foam . funky hop aroma. funky insomuchas the beer smells like feet cheese overripe lemons coriander and freshly pummeled lemongrass . herbal garden delight in the hop profile. simcoe goodness definitely a new hop overdose angle for me . sips a bit tangy thick and follows up with the earthiest primal dirty mouthfeel . the aroma permeates the whole sip and adds a jungle rot to the festering goodness of the base double caramel burnt sweet beer paradise . what mystifies me the most is the tang in the middle of every sip . is this a by product of a simcoe od . is this one of those flavors that appears in my mouth as a side effect of excessive beer drinking . either way it works to balance this tremendous brew . drinkability and mouthfeel obviously suffer a bit due to the caustic nature of this experimental brew. but those are the sacrifices that we must make in order to press on in the direction of good beer . after a night of left coast monsters this beer reminds me that the east coast can pull off something substantial. inventive and creative to the level of middle ages x. a surefire winner . was it worth losing a chance to bang the beer prom queen . no . was it f n good as sh t . yeah . weyerbacher would be stupid not to make this a year rounder .,aroma,1.0,1
served on tap the alcove tuscaloosa al into a mason jar pours a burnt orange color that reminds me of a maltier east coast ipa . nice creamy off white head of over a finger in size . nothing special but it looks nice . i wish that i could see my face when i first smelled this beer . a huge hit of caramel malt comes first with absolutely no hops behind it . but that s not the surprising part . the surprising part is the sourness . like lemonade . caramel malt and no hop character at all . weeeird . the sour character is pretty strong on the palate . i think there might be some bacterial infection going on . maybe the taplines have something in them . it is n t immediately obvious . this could just be poorly brewed . this tastes like a cider mixed with an abundance of old caramel malt . it is n t that terrible but it is a most terrible ipa . the mouthfeel is pretty average . it s maybe a bit thicker than i prefer but nothing offensive . overall this is awful stuff . i m hoping that it is an infection of some kind because the beer that i drank does n t at all mesh with the other reviews it has .,aroma,0.2,0
newer bottle than pictured in ba photo . new label with a silouhette of a ranger against a night sky . paid . for a six pack . pours very thick slow with a smallish deep tan head that died quick not suprisingly for the style . this is one of those beers you could put a spotlight behind and still it s just straight black . aromas of black current butter black coffee some malted milk and alcohol.first thing i notice about this beer is the fact that it is a bit too carbonated for the style . bubbles fizz up on my tongue really detracting from the strength of the taste . alcohol is quite evident here not masked well compared to some other imperial stouts.honestly it s hard to get some taste notes past this carbonation.there is definitely a bitter fruity taste almost like fruitcake . a coffee flavor pokes through in the bitterness and roasted malt but not much else . mouthfeel is not smooth like i would expect but sizzly from the carbonation . no major lingering stickyness which is nice . drinkability is just ok. summary fruity imperial stout with too much fizz and a high price . there are way better brews out there . if you like imperial stouts try a bottle before you pick up a sixer at this price .,aroma,0.8,1
a nice red color with a stiff cm head . s lots of hop presence a strong floral aroma . unfortunately there s a lot of alcohol present too . t roasted malts followed by a hop presence . i wished the hops taste was as present as their aroma . last but not least the alcohol a strong scotch like taste . m thin . d more flavor would have been nice whether hops or malt . this reminded me off my last excursion with a bottle of glenfiddich which did n t end pleasantly . if you like strong alcohol tastes in your beers then this is for you but i did n t really enjoy the taste .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a light transparent and slight hazy golden color that produces a head of epic proportions . i took extra care with this pour and it still grew and grew amazingly . the retention is amazing as well two inch cap remains with the beer the entire way thru . s there is no way this is a pale ale . not that its bad but it is not a pale ale . herbed spiced beer would be more suiting . the nose smells exactly like bengay . minty spearmint are the notes . i m not quite sure what yerba smells like but i m assuming this beer resembles it . interesting to say the least . also the nose resembles a rose . this is definitely the most interesting nose i ve come across . apparently cascade hops are included but the spice of this plant really mask it . t so it is spicier than i assumed cascade hops give it a nice bitterness but its pretty overwhelming . mf d high carbonation light in body long spicy finish . i do n t know what to think of this beer . very interesting but i m not sure if i will revisit this one . notes i really keep an opened mind when i drink review beer and i respect the fact that people like yerba but a this is not a pale ale . no way no how . b it is extremely overwhelming for me . i had to drain it the first drain pour ever from me .,aroma,0.7,1
oz pour from vertical jewbelation box set poured into schmaltz custom tumbler . a deep brown ale thin half inch head . clings to the glass . head disappears after a few minutes as i wait for it it warm up a bit before tasting . s soy sauce dried figs molasses candy apple caramel . not super into the smell . t ahhh much better than the look or smell . delicious super malty ale . tastes of coffee dried fruits port lingering red wine vanilla . this is delicious maybe the tastiest of the series . the dominant flavor at the close seems to be vanilla bean this is a really tasty and great after dinner companion i just finished a nice big spicy meal and this really hits the spot as i get amped up for the bulls to beat the pacers tonight . amazingly it s not boozy at . my head feels it but there is nothing astringent about it and it s not that hot feeling . m this beer has a surprisingly moderate medium mouthfeel for its maltiness and high abv . it actually tastes and feels a bit sharp there is a nice refreshing carbonation to it as well . o overall this is a delicious and extremely tasting strong ale . i think this is the best in the jewbelation series . if this were regularly available i d buy it . i have a few bombers of this and the cellaring right now that i look forward to trying them next year when it gets cold out . big thumbs up on this .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bomber received as an extra from adamb who is a great trader . appearance golden orange translucent body with a finger white crown that shows some retention and lacing . attractive . smell oh baby can you say citrus hop bomb . loads of grapefruit and a touch of lemon . taste the only thing holding this brew back from scoring higher is an abundance of grapefruit flavor which means there is also a fair share of bitterness . the bitterness helps mask the abv and decreases as the brew warms . not much of a malt profile here . .this is strictly a grapefruit hop bomb . dare i say pliny esque . one dimensional yes but great at that dimension . mouthfeel medium bodied and a hint of stickyness but with ample carbonation makes this one great . drinkability the high abv is a set back in this department . great dipa .,aroma,1.0,1
this poured to a cloudy yellow with a hint of orange . the medium head quickly faded a left a few lines of lace . the smell is very nice bringing all of flavors one would want in this kind of beer . clove and banana are very apparent . unfortunately the taste does n t follow it up . it s overly light and only the light malt comes through . all those nice flavors from the smell have disappeared . mouthfeel and drinkability are both reasonable . i have no idea how they got a nice hefeweizen smell to brew up alongside a wimpy pale wheat taste .,aroma,0.8,1
we first had this in apalachicola fl on a dock with apalach oysters on the halfshell worlds best oysters and some gumbo . it was a perfect accompaniment to this food . have bought some since then and it is n t so great but really not horrible as some say . i love spicy foods and this icy cold reminds me of a perfect day in paradise .,aroma,0.4,0
out of a ml corked and caged bottle . pours a rich copper color with a fluffy off white head that settled into a nice cap . the aroma is quite faint i pick up some buttery caramel malt . the taste is very smooth what i expect a biere de garde to taste like . a nice caramel malt with the slightest hint of butter along with some mineral rust flavors and low bitter hops . the brew has a moderate feel with airy carbonation finishes malty sweet but in no way cloying again very smooth . a very good example of the style . the flavors do n t blow me away typical of the style but this seems to be one of the better samples of the style .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a strong yellow thankfully tastes better than it smells was n t too impressed here . . the taste was a little more bitter than i remember but still very drinkable . all in all was a good beer but if it came between this and a hacker pschorr i d choose the hacker pretty much all the time,aroma,0.4,0
i am very surprised to see this beer so highly rated as my experience with this beer was not all that positive . i this beer had a handsome appearance but was otherwise pretty boring . the beer was an attractive red color with cumulus cloud head composed of consistently sized tiny bubbles . however i detected no aroma at all . flavor wise i got some malty sweetness balanced with more hops than i expected the one real redeeming feature of this beer . still i ddi n t feel there was much flavor here . throw on a rather watery mouthfeel and i am not much impressed .,aroma,0.4,0
i d say this . beauty is an old ale not aipa but that s my cents review based on notes pours brown with fingers of cream colored head . very good head retention lacing s caramel some breadyness t caramel breadyness a touch of grainyness grapefruit hops up front . honey malt as this warms along with grapefruit dryness . finishes with pineapple breadyness mf creamy skews malty drinks too easy for the abv style . i hope i can find this here in six packs .,aroma,0.6,1
looks thick and black brown like used motor oil . the oatmeal is very obvious in the smell and hints toward a roasted something . it does not come through as strong as i would like in taste . it tastes like most stout black ales with the oatmeal only coming through way later . it is good for the style but not unique .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into my mug from a bomber . easily the coolest looking bottle i ve ever had . beer poured a very hazy iced tea color which i was not expecting . could n t see through it . a half inch head formed at the top of the glass with a creamy bubbly look . the haze really detracted from the appearance for me . . but it made up for the look with the smell . i honestly smelled this for a few minutes before tasting . the smell was very citrus like with lots of malt and hop spice . as soon as you taste this your mouth is overtaken with hops as i was expecting . it was balanced by a sweet malt backbone but the hops are what this beer is all about . it had a very slight dark bread taste near the end but again the hops rule here . an awesome beer to drink it feels great in the mouth . not super light but light enough to make this an easy drinker . high abv have a bomber and then stop .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . appearance this pours a translucent light caramel color with a foamy off white that shows good retention and leaves a bit of lace on the glass . smell the aroma is very good . lots of cinnamon nutmeg and all spice combine with the pumpkin to give a nice pumpkin forward aroma . lightly sweet malt in the background . taste the malt comes in a bit too soft . slightly sweet but lacking enough punch the pumpkin really dominates the flavor along with the spices . cinnamon mostly but a bit of nutmeg and all spice contribute to the pumpkin pie flavor . the end has an astringent grassy bitterness that is fairly off putting . the finish is a little bit bitter . mouthfeel the body is a little bit light for what i would like given the flavor profile . the malt really does not hold up to the strong pumpkin and spices . the carbonation kind of gets lost . it starts light sweet and sticky but by the end there is a light astringency . overall the aroma is by far the best part about this beer . the taste is a little bit off to me with the lack of balance between the malt and pumpkin and also the astringent bitterness that comes in at the end . there are better pumpkin beers out there .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a nice honey amber color with a decent head but no lace . smell is almost non existent but i did find a hint of hop way in the back . taste is better with hops peat dirt a faint hint of smoke and a light floral note at the end . not very well balanced though . mouthfeel decent effervescence medium body nothing to write home about . hoppier bite than expected too close to the lager side for an ale . drinkability is fairly low . no complexity poorly balanced at best a run of the mill pale ale . the only real selling point of this brew is it s organic but that is n t enough to save it.just skip it .,aroma,0.3,0
served in a mug just for the fun of it . appearance nice light amber color . as crystal clear as amber gets . little to no head after it settles . smell reminiscent of cheese . i m not kidding . it s no wonder that cheddar cheese is a good mix with this style of beer . it absolutely fits so well . but the smell is actually quite tame . too much . you can hardly smell much at all . mouthfeel lightly fizzy and super smooth . nothing to complain about . it s definitely a drinker . it s even smoother on tap . taste simple yet good . very much the same aftertaste as cheddar cheese which is why that pairing is an excellent choice . underwhelming immediate taste but just a lovely aftertaste . not much complexity but who cares right . overall a good beer and one of my favorites to pick up when you re at a bar that does n t necessarily serve good beer or at a supermarket and just want a beer on a whim . it s a craft beer that really shines and i m glad it s more popular now more than ever . definitely would recommend when there s nothing else on tap .,aroma,0.4,0
sampled on pours a hazy golden color with a filmy head with big white bubbles . the bubbles cling to and slowly descend the sides of the glass . smell is very sweet fruity and belgian aromas of melon honey and bitter sticky alcohol . very double ipa and enjoyable . taste is more subtle than i was expecting bitter hops all the way through . not much belgian character and a little watery . the aftertaste is quite bitter and too clean . mouthfeel is good though it would help to be a little thicker . drinkability is decent but i d much rather have a regular stone ipa . overall something different but nothing great .,aroma,0.9,1
my buddies and i were going camping and i asked one of them what kind of brewskis to get . he said he did n t care so because i was so impressed by the series of commercials i grabbed a case of keystone lights . always smooth like keith stone . not much to say . microbrewed . just giving the review strictly based on the numbers .,aroma,0.3,0
this beer is great strait from the can . it has a nice thick mouthfeel kind of sticks to the tongue and throat with a nice malty sweetness . the smell does nothing for the beer it is very light made me not expect much from this beer . but then it hits your mouth and wow that malty sweetness is very balanced with slight boozy overtones but they fit the flavor profile nicely . this has to be one of the best beers i have ever poured from a can .,aroma,0.6,1
i poured a ml capped bottle into a large mug . a it poured a light bright straw with a two finger head . the bone white head receded quickly leaving a lacing around the glass . s ouch . it had the aroma of musty grass mowed wet and roasting under a hot summer sun . i may have gotten a skunk so a second tasting may be needed . t it tasted sweet with a weird tang on the tongue resulting from heavy carbonation and a sour hop bite . it drys the mouth on the back side leaving a sour residual haze over the inside of my mouth . m it has a light creamy mouth feel with a bitter bite and sour aftertaste . d i doubt i could finish two of these in a row . like its american cousins it is best served as a third or four beer in a long session when taste matters less and less . comment never again unless its free and i have few other options .,aroma,0.2,0
nice beer from this canadian micro . got a can given to me by a guy who works at the brewery when he visited fibc . the can says it s a honey wheat beer but i think that s where the similarity stops . poured bright clear and yellow from the can had a nice cm thick white head that dropped fairly quickly . aroma of cascades . a nice addition to a wheat beer i personally would n t have thought of it . no aromas of wheat or malt no honey just cascades . tasted good good for an american pale ale but not really for a wheat . is it meant to be a wheat ale . a honeyed hefe . no wheat or malt flavours a smash of honey strong and lingering and a heap of cascades yet again . i must say i liked the grumpy bear but it just was n t what i was expecting . nice work with the hops .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance black with a little off white head smell theres not too much to the smell kind of a sweet roasted smell to it taste mouthfeel has a chocolate roasted flavor is very smooth and a little thick . the high abv is n t noticed in this one drinkability its a really nice sipping beer,aroma,0.6,1
a beautiful stout . truly marvelous . i had several pints of this last time i was in melbourne . i try to get to the brewhouse whenever i am in melbourne . the beer poured well and had a lovely coloured head but where it lost it s one point here was in the head was a little foamy but it did leave a nice lace . it really went down easy and made a nice afternoon drink for me .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark brownish red with almost no head . there is lots of gritty looking yeast more like cornmeal . s lots of oak and bourbon in this beer s smell . smells almost like gibcs buttery and thick . although a bourbon scotch ale is a bit of a stretch . i would like a scotch barrel aged scotch ale . t the taste is of bourbon and buttery goodness . there is n t much scotch taste which would be great in this beer . its kinda there but very faint . the malt taste is hiding in the background . i think the bourbon aging muddles the spirit of what makes a scotch ale a scotch ale . the scotch taste . but as far as a beer taste goes the taste of the beer as a beer is good . m good mouthfeel . not much to say about it other then it is decent . d easy to drink for sure . the alcohol is well hidden .,aroma,0.8,1
a avery nice copper colored body topped by a rich foam pale tan two inch head . s malt aroma accented by hops . t malty start and middle with a hoppy finish . there is an accent in the end consisting of plums . m consistent throughout being smooth but having a very subtle coarseness just on top of it very nice . this is a good beer that can be consumed easily . i recommend it to all .,aroma,0.6,1
gold in color quite cloudy . thin off white head but it lasts . golden malt aromas perfectly balanced with delicate fresh hops . some fruitiness . this is to date the finest smelling pilsner i ve had . very round for a lager . extremely smooth but lacking crispness . full bodied with excellent carbonation . the initial flavor is the light colored pilsner malt but this quickly gives way to potent hop bitterness . this lasts through the swallow and the aftertaste . a superb souped up pilsner . worthy of multiple tries . yeah right . delicious .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle with cork like their local series . at whip in hopped and dry hopped with sorachi ace developed by sapporo re fermented in the bottle with champagne yeast . a little cloudy duvel like head . smells of the local champagne cork lemon meringue or orange marmalade some tropical fruits or pina colada wet vegetation . surprisingly i taste the hop in the flavor more than the aroma . alot of the aroma flavours but not as sweet . clove and some other spice . white grapes and melon . a unique hop . corky . similiar to duvel or local . thick and oily spritzery carbonation looonng finish with hops dry . a pleasure to drink . kudos for making a dry and hoppy saison and getting it to texas . extra kudos for single hopping using an exotic hop and re fermenting in the bottle with champagne yeast . def . worth trying .,aroma,1.0,1
i bought this beer on my loyalty to unibroue . the bottle and name fairy didnt come off as manly and tough . after about an hour of teasing and interesting pictures with the bottle i pulled the cork . the appearance for this beer is very nice . dark amber with carbonation moving through it like a busy street . the smell is really what impressed me with this one . it had a very beautiful aroma of dried fruit and alcohol . almost wine like to the nose and was enjoyed by everyone i offered it to . the taste was different but good . the beer was very present but in the same volume as the currant notes . no real strong hop flavor but in my opinion that would have hurt the taste . the mouth feel was rich and smooth and got better when it warmed . the drinkability was good but being so rich with flavor and body it proved to be quite filling .,aroma,1.0,1
i was not impressed by this . i do n t know a whole lot about barleywines but this ale seemed to remind me of some other beers i ve tried and disliked . it s big for sure i had to sip it to get through it . a deep orange nice head that faded fairly quick beaded when poured a plus . s astringent . smells like i could swab this on a wound to sterelize it . the winey notes were there too not much else . m nicely bitter typical ale feel with alcohol front and center no foaming action . t overpowering alcohol made this seem like i was having a shot the licorace flavor and hops fruitiness were strong but a bit of a can taste and a thin malt flavor ended it . d for price drinkability there are other many other beers that would be a better choice . one and done for me . imperial stouts do a better job dealing out abv with flavor .,aroma,0.4,0
. for a pack . brought up to degrees then poured into a proper tulip chalice . moderate pour yields a three finger rocky off white head over a hazy dark copper body . head fades to a solid cap in a few minutes but leaves heavy chunks of lacing . pretty . smell is very strong like a clove orange christmas pomander . really spicey and orange peely with coriander grass and soap . solid foundation of cookie dough malt . underneath is a nice note of sweetly floral hops . if this thing tastes as good as it smells i m gon na love it . the taste is dominated by the clove soap and cookie dough malt . it tastes good but not as good or as complex as it smells . alcohol is notable from the warm burn in the aftertaste . mouthfeel is round and rich for a tripel . drinkability is diminished by the abv which seems rather on the high end of the scale for tripels . all around a very interesting beer . i ll have it again though it s not as good as its little brother the dubbel .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into duvel glass . a pours like a typical ipa great clarity orange color foamy white head sticky lacing and good head retention s before opening this bottle i was saying to myself please be fresh please be fresh and almost immediately after cracking the top of my nose was met by the unmistakable fresh hop profile of hop stoopid . big aromatic tropical profile with notes of mango orange and honey . some earthy malts sit beneath the bright hop profile . t the hops come through in a more bitter fashion on the palate with notes of grapefruit followed by a considerable amount of bitterness . the flavors do n t all see to be coming together like i would like as there is some caramel character that throws me off a little mf medium body high carbonation a tad sharp d this is a great value for a dipa that packs quite the punch in the hop department . the highlight of this beer is the aroma . the taste is great but does n t deliver as good of balance as some of my other favorite dipas .,aroma,1.0,1
the beers pours out a dark brown almost black color . the head quickly disappears . i absolutely love the smell on this beer but i also love peaty islay scotches . the smell reminds me of a campfire on a beach with the peaty campfire smoke wet wood and leather aromas . a very comlex smell . the complex aromas are a little subdued on the palate . the whiskey barrel influences comes though on the nose more so then the palate . tons of different flavors in this beer but none really stand out in front . i get smoke bitter chocolate dried fruits coffee malt a little bit of seaweed in the background . the alcohol hides itself very well,aroma,1.0,1
a pretty good looking cream foam head on this beer that reminds of a boiling mud pit . the smell is worty and fairly unappetizing although strong . the taste has a bizarre chemical processed sour mineral element mixed in with an otherwise not too bad taste positive on the hops big on grain flavor . a big stranglehold carbonation sensation that was pretty awesome . they re copying off sapporo i believe with the classic idea from sapporo s classic beer offering .,aroma,0.4,0
from notes a pours a very dark brown . nearly black with some brownish red hues around the edge of the glass . khaki head leaves some nice lacing . s hit with a huge amount of oak as soon as i cracked the bottle . hints of bittersweet chocolate and vanilla slip through along with a roasted malt character . this was the high point of the beer for me . t picking up some vanilla notes from the wood dark roasted characters as well . oak playing a huge role . finishes really hot and boozy . a little too hot and woody for my liking . m very thick and chewy . coats the mouth as a big stout should . d this was a bit of a letdown for me . i had heard great things but i have to put this in the average category for stouts i ve had . maybe i had it too hyped up going in .,aroma,0.8,1
smells like a banana but the banana taste is not too strong . the taste is creamy with banana but not over powered by the banana . the beer had a foamy head with large soapy type bubbles . it is a good change of pace but not something you could drink all night .,aroma,1.0,1
drank on tap at rattle n hum new york ny served in a stemmed wine glass deep crimson mahogany in appearance . the semi transparent liquid was capped by a thin film of short lived froth . the aroma was simply outstanding . i have tried a number of the best coffee beers but none even came close to the nose on this one . pure freshly brewed dark roast coffee dominated . pure and simple . every time i smelled this i imagined myself walking into a coffee shop . i usually enjoy complexity in my beers but in this case simplicity worked best . the flavor profile was not quite as coffee heavy as the nose but it was indeed more complex . malty rich up front . lots of freshly brewed coffee came through strong . well balanced and not at all bitter . nutty hazelnuts were noticeable and fruity in the center . slightly oaty . the finish was crisp and a touch dry . the mouthfeel was medium bodied . creamy and slick . silky smooth on the palate . for such a seemigly light beer i was amazed at how substantial the body was . this was a uniquely delicious beer . i almost always associate intense coffee flavors and aromas with dark roasty smoky stouts . this brew was quite different however . i would love to see other brewers try their hand at making a seemingly small beer packed with such intensity .,aroma,1.0,1
got this one in a trade with vwcraig . thanks craig . ml bottle vintage . sampled dec . pours slightly hazy red brown with a thin dense tan head . drops almost immediately and leaves a few spots of lace . aroma is good . vanilla and raw oak . lots of fruit raisin date fig dried cherry and cranberry . alcohol . touch of dark chocolate . whole wheat bread . bit of cracker . apple . bit of apricot . lots of fruit going on in this one . burnt toffee . bit of caramel . loads of honey reminding me of a braggot . taste is sweet much more so than i expected from the aroma . honey caramel toffee lightly sweet fruit . bit of alcohol . vanilla . bit of cracker and wheat bread but for the most part the sweetness seems to dominate . apple . mouthfeel is ok. fairly low carbonation level . big sweet body . drinkability is ok. i feel like i m drinking pure honey or something barely diluted with beer . there s just so much sweetness here that it does n t even feel like it s had ish years to mellow out . the aroma is really nice but the taste is just like being hit over the head with sticky sweet caramel and fruit too much for my taste .,aroma,0.9,1
the cap seemed to almost fall right off of this bottle with no hiss or pop whatsoever . the bottle opener did n t even bend the cap when removing it . so im a little nervous about this brew and hoping its not a bad flat bottle . almost no head forms upon the pour even when pouring very aggressively . theres a slight chill haze and just a touch of bubbly lace . the color is a light copper orange . the aroma is of caramel malt with a slight touch of breadiness and hops . theres almost no carbonation and it seems pretty flat . i think my fears have been realized . carmel malts are noticeable on the palate . finish is a touch bitter and the hops add a touch of lemon that lingers on the tongue . the mouthfeel is clean and seems medium but would be much improved by an increase in carbonation . oddly enough despite this bottle being sub par its still okay . this seems like it could be a great brew . i really wish i had bought a couple of these to compare with this bottle and see if it truly was flawed . unfortunately the store that carries it locally is about miles away . ill have to wait a little while longer .,aroma,0.8,1
it s cloudy gold with burnished highlights and a thin white head with clumpy lacing . very pretty . the smell is apples vanilla peppers and caramel . it has some almost witbeer like characteristics . the taste is sweet malt then dry with a sharp sour note and a bone dry sour finish . the mouthfeel is soft with medium carbonation . it would be very drinkable but that sour and dry finish limits it somewhate . this one strikes me as having potential but falling just short of being one i d seek out . it s much better on tap where the finish is not nearly so sour .,aroma,0.8,1
had on tap at spuyten duyvil in brooklyn on . a i really should n t even rate i mean review the appearance because the lighting is dim in spuyten . poured black with a beige head with big bubbles and swirls throughout . good lacing too . s wow . vanilla oak maple leaf faint rum aroma and most of all ooey gooey caramel sort of like a caramello bar . t bittersweet chocolate layered with oaky and vanilla flavors a caramel filling and a coffee finish . the taste gets dramatically better as the beers warms up . m silky smooth . i would even go as far to say this was luxurious or elegant . d there s no way this is . not a hint of booze until its already down warming your chest . what a treat . thanks to the guys at spuyten duyvil .,aroma,1.0,1
a dark copper color with minimal head . decent lacing . s light citrus hop aroma . not much else . t very good bite of citrus hops . biscuity malt undertone . very well balanced and clean . m d good carbonation leads to a clean crisp feel . goes down very smooth . excellent version of a pa .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at the bavarian lodge in lisle il a thick creamy nasty three finger head on top of a point glass keeps the hop aroma under finger . clear honey yellow hue . s piney hop smell . angella clean and refreshing . maybe my favorite part of the beer . t pine sap bitterness that clings to the tongue . destroys the palate so you better have some crackers . biscuity grainy in the background after taste m low to moderate carbonation in a full bodied pale . o smells great starts great goes flat and bitter . worth a try maybe two in a row,aroma,0.8,1
oz nitro can obtained from steve s university appearance ahh the nitro can . pours into an imperial pint glass massive chocolate milkshake pour settles into a solid black body and a huge creamy chocolate fluffy head . wonderful it is absolutely beyond my comprehension how anybody could possibly rate the appearance below a . what irish stout are you comparing this to that i cant access . smell typically where the nitro irish stout falls apart . lightly roasty a touch nutty creamy roasty cocoa powder taste dark roasted nutty lightly hopped cocoa powder . rich and creamy but not uber flavourful mouthfeel super creamy rich and roasty drinkability high,aroma,0.6,1
had this pours a dark dark brown definitely not quite black with an effervescent head loose quick forming and disappearing head . looks decent but not exiting . the smell gets you with c hops citrus underripe mango lemon lime with a lot of pollen resin flowers . super flowery . but you get just a note of chocolate caramelly sweetness . i guess it more than does its job as a black ipa . the taste definitely has more malt balance than the smell . it s very sweet and chocolatey caramelly not quite roasty like a stout but the hops add greatly to the complexity . pleasant and fruity a nice layer of sweetness mango and sweet oranges on top of some chocolatey tastes not quite bready enough to remind me of cake . the body is moderately full the carbonation is kind of hard to predict but is a little low . overall its very nice and enjoyable though the hoppiness pushes the envelope . i think its a good beer like stone ipa with some chocolatey sweetness which i think is a bit of an improvement on the enjoyability . and it gets more interesting as it warms .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance dark red like a sherry with a crown of lace . smell weirdo . picture this those popeye candy cigarettes you probably got at halloween back when you were a kid take those and dissolve them in cinnamon flavored nail polish that s the smell in a nutshell . cheap powdered sugar cinnamon spicyness that seems fake and some volatile solvent . taste just about as off as the smell some acidic sourness that i did n t enjoy and that s pretty rare for me . aftertaste is long and there again just did n t do it for me . infected . i hope so . i m glad i split this with a dozen other guys because if had to drink it alone this beer would have met an untimely death down the toilet .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance brownish red good head . smell lots and lots of raspberries . taste for as much aroma this beer had of raspberries it does n t deliver in raspberry flavor . mild breadiness with some fruit mixed in . drinkability better for smelling than drinking . this beer smelled great but did n t quite give the sweetness and fruitiness expected . pretty decent but nothing too great .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle poured into a glass a a hazy pumpkin orange with a rich off white head with moderate retention and some lacing . s a malty bready aroma with some alcohol and no hops in the nose . t strong malty flavor and some sweetness that is nicely balanced with some hops biterness . m the body on this is much lighter than anticipated but the bitterness remains in the aftertaste . a dryness as well . there is also a sort of saltiness and astringency . notes i am not very impressed with this offering . my friends have raved about sam smiths but this was not the greatest .,aroma,0.7,1
fresh bottle from the brewery labeled at abv . an almost clear straw yellow pour topped with a quickly dissipating white head . the smell is the best part of this beer . i m a huge fan of strong hoppy pilsners and this is just great . tons of fresh grassy floral hops a touch of pale malt . the taste is solid plenty of hoppy pils flavour but there s a bit too much sweetness from the alcohol coming through making it a touch unbalanced . definitely enjoyable regardless . not as good as chritoffel nobel but a good effort at an under attempted style .,aroma,0.9,1
the first ever us beer that i tried when i lived in england i immediately fell in love with it then and i still love it today many many years later . lovely deep amber light copper colored beer that pours with a good head that soon dissipates as with all bottled anchor beers i find . not much nose but what it lacks in smell it makes up for in taste . lovely mild bitterness with a dryish finish that begs the next mouthfull . just right for the times when you fancy a few beers . lovely supremely balanced session beer that i personally find very quaffable . first time i found it in england it was described as americas only indeginous beer style . hard to believe this brewery nearly bit the dust . i raise a steam er to fritz maytag i think we all owe him a few beers . . . .,aroma,0.6,1
this review is almost identical to the light one . they are very similar . solid macrobrew beer . very refreshing . not always should a beer be extreme hops malt . sometimes you just need to kick back and enjoy something fresh and heineken delivers . if you are cutting calories go light they taste the same .,aroma,0.6,1
expected this beer to be a little more on the lighter side i guess . the wheat wine here seemed to me to be just like a regular barley wine to me and my friend who split the bottle . i was thinking that it would be a nice lighter strong beer before the dinner we had but it was heavy and boozie . i have n t been able to see much of a difference between wheat and barley wines . this is good if you want a strong beer that you can sip on for a while .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at the black bear in ottawa . from notes . a poured a medium to dark copper . film of white head with medium carbonation . bright . no lace or retention . s slight earth citrus hop . sweet malt and gentle caramel . good balance . t sweet malt throughout with a gentle earth and citrus hop note . bready earthy and sweet caramel . m good carbonation medium body sweet finish . o d i ve had this a few times before and i remember the hop profile being a little more pronounced . good for a faux craft beer but lacking in alot of areas that could boost it to a very solid readily available beer . very drinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
i ve had this enough times to make my decision on it now . night stalker is the base beer for bcs so as expected it s black slightly viscous and is topped with a caramel head . this one carries a slightly larger head from the different hopping . good start here but that s all it s got going for it . the smell is a preview for this beer s trail of destruction . coffee notes and a nutty woodsy simcoe aroma blend together to create an extremely repulsive smell of cat excrement . like you were gone all day at work and left your coffee at home from being in a hurry . but it s okay cause your cat took a big shit in it while you were gone . there s no getting around this for me . it s awful . i almost want to throw up in my glass and drink that instead . underneath there is pine and a little spiciness . the taste is not as bad but follows along the same lines as the aroma . there s a prevalent nutty woody flavor that almost imitates the oak that is missing from how this beer is usually produced . oak is something that this particular stout needs . textbook simcoe flavors are coming through as well as freshly roasted coffee . it s sweet but seems to be battling the mess of flavors inside this beer . the sweetness never prevails . it s not really a hop bomb or anything there is just too many things going on . almost like you are drinking two beers at the same time and neither compliment or drink well together . luckily i ve been able to try this many times without having to buy a bottle . i think if i was drinking this on my own i would have to dump this . my stomach would thank me because it makes me feel like i m going to have heartburn . i get a agitated burning feeling even after a couple samples .,aroma,0.2,0
a transparent golden orange thin tan head s smells like autumn spices . allspice cinnamon and nutmeg all very strong a beautiful smelling . t the spices hit upfront with an impressive strength . the pumpkin slightly comes in with the after taste spices still present at that point . m medium carbonation and creamy finish . t the taste gets a little bitter but its still a wonderful session beer on a brisk autumn evening . a pack disappears very quickly behind the pumking this is my favorite autumn beer .,aroma,1.0,1
what does n t belong and why . hazy orange body with steady bubble streams rising . a foamy less than two finger head with drops and disipates quickly but laces nicely . a very faint very vague fruity aroma . a nice lead malt caramel taste . a good hop twang in the finish but also a metallic aftertaste . the gas needed to pop up that head remains in the beer and the high carbonation drags down the mouthfeel a tad . what does n t belong and why . look over the list of dogfish head beers and this jumps out of the pack . it looks like it was added to the wrong brewery . while the rest of the line seems to be the work of a mad scientist this comes across as the before sample . bland and boring and a less than average pale ale . aquired in the philly gathering beer exchange .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer did n t really make a huge impact on me . it was very good but pretty even all the way around . nothing in particular really jumped out at me except for maybe the color which i liked . it is a deep gold color almost bordering on orange . a sunset gold color . there was a faint earth and citrus aroma but nothing really pronounced . there was no head to speak of nor lacing on the glass . not unlike its aroma it has an earthy ripe sweetness and a palatteable breadiness that makes the beer very even in taste and body . it has a nice heft in body but is still very easy to drink and the tastes help make it very refreshing . without a doubt a very good sublte example of the style but not a beer that overwhelmed me .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance dark amber . smooth looking beige color head that leaves a lasting lace . smell very sweet smell . very malty . roasted nuts and a little spice . taste malty . sweet with nutty notes . burnt aftertaste . nothing shocking to the tastebuds . i was expecting a little more from the boston beer co. mouthfeel beginning is very smooth . end is not so much . above average carbonation . and a little thin .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a ml bottle with freshness date of best before end pours a hazy yellow with a hint of orange color . thick white head with nice retention . smell is less then expected for a german hefe little bit of wheat a little cloves and yeast no bannana like i was hoping for . taste is better then the smell the bannana comes through with a malty backbone and yeast on the finish good bitterness for the style . mouthfeel is medium all around feels good and the drinkibility is great . i could drink this beer all night .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark chestnut chocolate brown with no light penetration . fingers of head . holy wow that s some head . huge smell of prunes chocolate a hint of molasses and some licorice . has that belgian funk as i call it . i m not sure this is a stout . i do n t care smells great . deep rich chocolate and molasses covered prunes . this is a brew that has been blessed by the gods . there are hints of mint and licorice along side with a hint of anise and some bitter chocolate . a taste . omg this beer makes me want to guzzle but i think twice and enjoy each and every sip . this beer is creamy and smooth . it s a lot like cream itself except it is beer a really really great beer . another hit by de dolle . very drinkable . i am in love with this beer and i strongly believe that a little cellaring time will only enhance this mystical brew . thank you de dolle .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a pale straw color with about cm of creamy white head that clings to and laces the glass . smells sightly yeast but there s not much else there . the taste is clean no real sweetness but there s some undetermined hop flavor and a little bitterness there . mostly though it s just clean . finishes dry . mouthfeel is heavy and a little scraping on the tongue . overall it s drinkable nothing special . pretty much standard aussie macro but much cheaper than the standard aussie macro so it s not too bad .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap little town in union square . awesome place that only serves craft beers . and only crafts brewed in ny state . a pale golden yellow has about in head laces beautifully with lovely activity s really nothing there watery slightly malty with just the faintest buttery sense t wow super smooth with a lot going on . starts sweet and malty buttery smoothness . nice dry hop finish super crisp and refreshing . m finishes clean perfect amount of carbonation . unbelievably drinkable o where has this been all my life one of the best i ve had this summer . great choice for those not yet into crafts really tasty and a great american pilsner,aroma,0.6,1
appearance is a light brown with a little head it looks like caramell and it smell a little bit like caramel too.it have a good taste nothing to be impressed about . it feels it the mouth like when you eat too much sugar . is a good beer to try one but not for having more than one . i think it would be great with some spicy food or some barbecue meat .,aroma,0.4,0
sampled in a oz taster at the wa state summer brewfest . soapy citrus hop nose over a pale clear orange beer with a flat and sticky head that rings hard to the glass . flavor is intensely bitter with a strong lemon peel pucker riding over the malt . finish has a sharp metallic twang that detracts heavily from the next sip .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bottle into my sa perfect pint glass a ruby brown with a big foamy tan head resting on top . s citrusy hops with a mix of dark malts including hints of vanilla and caramel . even lighter hint of booze lies in the background . t citrus hops at first followed by a roasty malt aftertaste . this beer finishes kind of bitter like a burnt pot of coffee . not a pleasant aftertaste . all the flavor seems to stick around on the top of my tongue . this beer seems like it could be tweaked and made into something that tastes great but right now i do n t taste much complexity and the aftertaste is not great . m medium body with a bit too much carbonation . d not all that great of a beer . the aftertaste is really off putting . it seems like this beer could be tweaked a bit and would come out great but as of now i am not a fan and will not seek this out again .,aroma,0.8,1
was introduced to this beer at a special tasting on tap at a local pub but the review comes from the bottled version . this beer pours a golden color with a thin white head that leaves little lace on the glass . the aroma was nice but nothing special . the taste of this beer is very good for its classification very satisfying and enjoyable . i ve found the only problem with this beer is that it becomes skunky very quickly so be careful if you re having it out of the bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a brilliant golden orange color with a massive head that takes forever to settle leaving some sticky lace on its way down . retention throughout is not as spectacular but everything else looks great . s best nose on a dipa i ve ever experienced . a pungent perfume like aroma of pine citrus and floral hops . some fruitiness and slight twinge of alcohol as well . the alcohol is actually a complement to the hop aroma however . this is one of those i wish this was an air freshener aromas . t m flavor is interesting some herbal and grassy hops some notes of citrus and a good smattering of pine . there s also a kind of buttery flavor . it s intense and bitter but with a nice toasted flavor as well . it does n t seem to be as balanced as stone ipa but it s still pretty tasty . the mouthfeel is very nice a sticky full and lasting feel with a long finish . d it goes down pretty easily as it s lighter than some of the bigger bodied dipas . lower alcohol for a dipa too . i would n t probably session with this beer but i did drink it in gulps rather than sips .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours dark black with a bubbly brown head . s almost no odor to speak of had warm bottle too . some malts and caramel . t great flavor much better than the aroma . roasted malts with caramel y finish . hints of coffee and citrus all around . m very creamy . light medium body with medium carbonation . o i m pretty impressed . i was n t sure what to expect . very easy drinker .,aroma,0.4,0
a this poured a nearly opaque black cherry with moderate light tan head . s it smelled like sweet orange and bitter grapefruit with a little milk chocolate and roasted barley . t it tasted like bitter grapefruit and resin with some copper hops and burnt malt . it had a harsh bitter and burnt aftertaste . m it was watery with moderate carbonation . a bit weak . d this looked and smelled great but the flavor just was n t that enjoyable and the body was only ok . the harsh finish made it a bit tough to drink . recommended to smell only .,aroma,0.9,1
had this on tap at laconnor . served waaay too cold and in a heavily frosted shaker pint . little lacing and absolutely no head with a hazy amber color . i wrapped my hands around the pint until it warmed up before i rated it . more grapefruit than citrus floral aroma . nothing spectacular about the taste but a good pine aftertaste that was a bit different . overall a pretty good representation of the style but why do they serve it so damn cold .,aroma,0.9,1
hey mable get off the table the quarter s for the black label . after drinking so many good beers over the past several years its a great joy to go back and review a beer that reminds me of college spring break in florida and endless hours of beer pong and card games . how does one describe the tast of black label . complex and fruity with just a hint of fine german hops . . no . it tastes like beer . but its the best of the low low cost beers . black label vs. old milwaukee goebels american sierra colt natty light . black label wins . i d take this over a budweiser or rolling rock any day of the week . i ll buy this at a bar when given the chance because i feel cool drinking it . i hold a can of black label with pride . i gave the appearance a because the black label design is possibly the greatest most commanding corporate logo ever . i m not sure where carling is but i like it . i have a black label hat that i wear wine tasting and always get comments . usually from people who say it reminds them of beer pong and card games . but those same people get into bmws which proves a point that black label will make you smarter . i had this beer out of a bottle once and remember it tasting surprisingly good . so perhaps their beer cans are used oil cans . it would n t surprise me .,aroma,0.2,0
a this beer pours a hazy golden color with a small slighty off white head . the head left just a bit of lacing on the glass . also there are some carbonation bubbles visible . s smells of wheat . there are also some grassy notes and a lot of lemony citrus . t tastes pretty much like your average wheat beer but with a lot of lemon . i m not getting any hop character at all . m it has a light body and plenty of carbonation . it goes down pretty smooth . d this has decent drinkability . it s an okay beer but i think they should tone down the lemon a bit . this would probably be an alright beer for drinking out on the beach on a hot day .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to urbancaver on this wonderful spring afternoon . a looks gorgeous . orangish in color with white head that sticks around s not much on the nose as i would expect . more malt than anything t lots of different hops . more piney than anything . very smooth with a hoppy after taste m medium bodied and smooth d very drinkable . my taste was gone in no time,aroma,0.6,1
looks pretty good in the glass . sort of a dark orange that looks quite brown if not much light shines through it . clear and a decent frothy head . sadly that is one of the highlights . the aroma is simply underwhelming . i want toast and just general richness liquid bread . this is thin moderately bready and nothing like what i expected . something seems mildly acidic and just off and i ca n t put my finger on it . taste is a few steps up from aroma . the beer is n t quite as thin but the malt is again lacking in character . sort of a dunkel light . strange sort of citric tartness though it was n t that strong . thankfully it sticks with me rather well in the finish a sort of bready and lightly carmelized malt flavor . all in all not bad . a little thin and light on carb . drinkability was surprisingly high . i guess i kept drinking fast looking for more . i d try it again but would n t look for it .,aroma,0.4,0
at first notice faint or no smell was detected by my good old olefactory nerves . veryf thin head with not much lace . there was a meduim weight on the tounge just right for this type of beer . the good factor of this beer is its smoothness and gentle honey after taste which would sure out do any of the big name american beers .,aroma,0.4,0
bottling about weeks old . split among a couple friends . pours a nice light copper with decent head that faded . nothing out of the ordinary appearance wise . now the scent amazing . i could smell this beer all night long . amazing mix of bitter hops tropical fruit pine etc etc . really amazing . taste follows suit an assault of hops and some light malt . can definitely taste the honey sweetness . very nice but nothing i d want to have more of one of . had a touch of heat from the abv on the finish . overall a really good brew glad i tried it finally . personally this is a beer i d call a curiosity for me vs. an essential . i d take a fresh two hearted over this any day .,aroma,1.0,1
pours dark but translucent amber brown . no head to speak of except tonsure and not too much perceptible aroma . very spunky carbonation and great fizzy mouthfeel as well as an appropriate weight . only problem is alcohol much too evident on the front end perhaps for this reason the maltiness is a fairly vague taste of toast slightly brown sugary but not sweet taste . perhaps less drinkable than mcewan s but more drinkable than most fine american microbrew scotch ales given this less distracting profile . again few can beat the carbonation perks here . post facto taste is substantial . . . smokiness and peat do linger on far after the beer s done but before food is consumed . all in all quite pleasurable .,aroma,0.4,0
bought this for a friends bbq because someone else recommended it . came in green bottles with clear labeling . t taste very bland and watered down with a bit of a corn a little bit of a citrus aftertaste almost a bit fruity but overall very weak . s nothing really here to comment on seeing as i drink it straight from the bottle but from what i can tell a bit of grain water and faint citrus . a i would imagine it would be light and clear like maybe a coors light or bud light but i never had a chance to pour it into a glass . m very light with medium carbonation . very easy to drink and overall great party beer . o other than being slightly better than coors light and bud light this beer has nothing really going for it . its great if you want something thats easy to drink of .,aroma,0.2,0
sample at the tasting room . a peppery spice with citrusy fruit somewhat leathery . a clear golden yellow with a tight white head f dry with fruit apple citrus and spice up front . bitterness assertively balances the malt . finish is bitter spicy with a slight fruity tang . i ca n t say i get mch indication of the grains . m dry and tingly with a light body . o good interpretation of saison . nice and dry with plenty of character . there s something tangy tht decreases my overall enjoyment .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance warm golden sun color with a small white head and tiny intermittent bubbles bubbling to the surface . the head dissipates pretty soon . nose a pleasant light piny hop aroma . as the head settles more of the caramel character shines through . taste a light sweetness hits the front of the tongue and a subtle bitterness reaches the side of the tongue as it finishes . light flavors all around . no one character really stands out . a very inoffensive ipa . not for one looking for the bold flavors typically associated with a double or imperial ipa . mouthfeel very smooth mouthfeel with tiny bubbles hitting your tongue . the bubbles disappear soon and are replaced by the acidity of the hops . overall it was a decent ipa that i will probably enjoy every now and again but it s nothing too special to draw me in every time .,aroma,0.9,1
pours jet black with thin brown head . head quickly dissipates but the beer looks really thick . nice lacing on the glass . smells of strong peat as you d expect with the name islay but there is nice chocolate and roast balance . sweet flavour actually . very creamy mouthfeel very sweet . this does n t taste boozy at all at . alcohol . this really is a great beer . it may have been expensive but i m glad i got to try it .,aroma,1.0,1
being a big fan of cherries and stouts this seemed to be the perfect combination . thanks to my brother in eau claire for getting me a few of these . poured into a snifter and enjoyed . appearance is nice dark but that red cherry goodness shines . smell is the winner here with loads of cherries and chocolate . taste is good and hits big with cherries a little dark smoke and chocolate . then the sour hits and just puckers the palate . very light body but think it fits with the sour end note it leaves you with . only real issue i have is that like other unplugged beers from ng it is a must share for me even in the small bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
pours and deep dark brown black with light carbination . smelled of sweet malt rich and heavy . taste sweet mouth puckering sweet too sweet . the bitterness hop and malt came in late and did not offset the sweetness i tasted . for me this stout was way out of balance not a beer i would pick up again .,aroma,0.8,1
anheuser busch winter bourbon cask ale pours a reddish amber with a medium head that quickly dissipates . it looks great but there is absolutely no smell . the taste is ok it resembles a light lager but a little smoother and more sweet . the mouthfeel is smooth and light and rather refreshing while its still super cold . i m not a fan of light lagers but if i was looking for something on the lighter side this might be worth a try .,aroma,0.4,0
pours with a hazy orange amber color with minimal head even after a vigorous pour . aroma is the only thing this beer has going for it . a very floral aroma from the heather . this is brewed with heather in place of the hops . this really needs some bitterness though . i has sweetness and the tangy heather flavor but in my opinion i really miss the hops .,aroma,0.8,1
poured chilled in water glass in hotel in sofia . ingredients include barley and rice . a dark molasses color foamy big head little carbonation all goes to the head s macrostink stale malt smell t roasted grains prominent sweet not very bitter yep a strong lager sort of in the classic british tradition but on the craft less side . m watery unlively no need to hunt this one down . efes s pilsener is better .,aroma,0.2,0
ounce bottle from john s grocery . it says it s best before june of whew . meaning that this little number was bottled a full five years ago . starts bubbly precipitously as soon as it s opened showing the pathetic violence of old age . this settles thankfully and pours a very dark orange topped with white wisps of carbonation . smells really really good actually . damn . age is wisdom in this case . not senility or incontinence . raisins and plums and nice old wooden furniture and then you got some yeast and some ribbon candy in there too . tastes good but very different than its aroma and not quite so good . i suppose old men are always less handsome when they take their clothes off . smooth juices start things off apples and prunes move into a sweeter middle of alcohol and yeast end on the pronounced fiery zing of a damn fine tripel . the aftertaste leaves nodes of earth and coffee .,aroma,1.0,1
three cheers to three floyds and congratulations on ten years . may the next ten years be just as great if they do n t close down tomorrow heheh . the beer pours to a brilliant amber color . crystal clear with a decent carbonation . the head is a little thin though at . it is to be expected . subsequently retention could be better as could be the lacing . the color is so pristine and clear however that it still looks beautiful . while on the subject of appearance the label art is great . the three floyds bottles are some of the top favorites in my bottle collection and this probably the coolest . the label replicates the last supper with the three floyds characters just like the poster that hangs over the tap room at the brewpub . the smell is great . the hops are dominating as to be expected . has a great bitter pine resin aroma along with some grapefruit . a little bit catty . has a surprisingly balanced malt profile . light caramel pale and aromatic malts and plenty of them . the taste is very good as well . very faithful to the aroma . a tad bit sweet up front with a resounding piney bitterness along with some grapefruit . chinook and simcoe . maybe summit . a hint of alcohol in the flavor . lingers for quite some time . reminds me very much of bell s hopslam though it is obviously stronger a little bit more bitter and piney and maybe slightly less catty and while i m playing the comparison game i just do n t see any resemblance whatsoever to dreadnaught as some of the other reviewers have mentioned . way more bitter and alcoholic and far less juicy and drinkable . the malt profile is a little more abundant as well and a little more doughy . the body is quite full and the carbonation seems a bit subdued . huge bitterness and a little bit grassy and catty . a little more alcohol flavor than i would usually care for in a beer . that being said it s quite easy to drink . i m surprised there s not more hype about this beer . i will probably get more if i can if only to spread the word a bit more via trades . oh and i would like to drink some more too of course .,aroma,1.0,1
punk is an impressive deep cedar copper color with a soft foamy off white head . warming certainly kicks the aromatics up somewhat but i feel the punkin essence as well as the accompanying spices are somewhat unwilling to emerge from the glass . this understated style done purposely rewards the recipient of this fine seasonal with great drinkability and never the feeling of being overwhelmed by what could be easily overdone enhancements . from the glass essence of root beer and sarsaparilla are most prominent with a touch of nutmeg as well . the flavor is well balanced with a fine bright acidity that really makes for a lively mouthfeel and a fine effervescence accompanying this taste sensation . the balance of negligible sweetness and the underlying acidity team up together in perfect harmony . a very pleasant malty marshmallow aftertaste finishes off just short of dry . an impressive offering that is highly recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
ssorry for the short notes if i would have know no one had rated this beer before i would have taken more diligent notes and rated it sooner after i consumed it originally . consumed at kalamazoo beer exchange . a fuzzy orangey yellow beer . a faint ring of white ish colored head that left no lacing . s predominantly yeasty with some spiciness . bits of citrus and earthy tones t i thought it was a bit too sweet for a saison . again pretty yeasty a bit one sided . and not complex like saison should be . hints of citrus . m light bodied lowish carbonation . semi dry finish . o it was different but nothing special .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to plenum for sending me this one . vintage . pours an opaque black with a inch foamy dark khaki head that settles to a small cap . thick foamy rings line the glass on the drink down . smell is of rich chocolate coffee beans cinnamon vanilla wood and the whiskey alcohol scent . a very nice set of smells on this one . taste is surprisingly sour on the first sip . i am getting roasted coffee beans cocoa powder vanilla and a very woody flavor on the finish . this beer has a lower level of carbonation with a slightly flat and thick mouthfeel . overall this is a pretty good ris but the sour flavor in this one is somewhat off putting . i am not so sure this was intended by the brewer .,aroma,0.9,1
i did n t enjoy old rasputin to the point where i almost was n t even going to bother reviewing it . obviously it s a highly regarded beer on here but it was n t for me . the taste is what turned me off . it is very bitter . the high alcohol content is not hidden at all like you will see in other beers . i found the drinkability to be extremely low . this is a beer i probably wo n t try again .,aroma,0.8,1
dogma . wow . what can i say . honey kola nut guarana and poppy seed . quite an adventurous brew . pours out as a nice amber red color . pretty . head is about half and inch and last a decent amount of time before fading to a nice lacing . smells of caramel and . pepper . not much there . very faint . now here we go . lets give it a whirl . mouth feel is ok. not bad . nothing special . about what i would expect . taste is very unique . obviously . i can tell the honey and guarana are there but you really have to look for them . no idea what kola nut tastes like . every flavor you can pick out up front is quickly overpower by the poppy seed . the poppy lasts a loooong time . finishes with a decent bitterness . very different . very interesting . would n t drink it every time i hit the pub but it s one i would ave here and there . it s one i would recommend . put it one your bucketlist or whatever .,aroma,0.6,1
chilled bottle into a glass . thanks todd . a pours a dark but ultimately clear maroon body with light beige head . it has orange tint when held to the light . despite a vigorous pour a head of light tan bubbles barely forms and it vanishes quickly leaving only a thin collar . no lace . s even from the bottle i could smell dried red apples and raisins . in the glass it is heavily raisin y with hints of overripe plums cherries apricots . i pick up multi grain bread and a light cinnamon note . it s pretty interesting . t when i first poured it straight from the fridge it was kind of a mess disjointed dark fruits somewhat boozy and lacking in body . as it warmed it pulled together defined by a backbone of overripe dark fruits raisins plums and a small stone fruit presence . it has a general sweetness mid taste almost like straight sugar . the finish brings out a slight sourness not lactic or acetic but rather something akin to old apples beginning to ferment . that and a small taste of cinnamon really drive home an apple cider comparison . the aftertaste is dried plums . m the beer lacks body when cold . as it warms it firms up a bit but it still needs more . the booze character becomes less overt as the beer approaches room temperature but there is a lingering warmth . d in mental comparisons to some other bsdas i find this falls short . for some reason the spicy phenols have n t manifested the yeast has n t brought out any of the nuts brown sugar green apple toast caramel that i appreciate in better examples of the style . i did n t have the first batch so i ca n t comment if this is an improvement but i think a few more tweaks are in order .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a ridiculous impenetrable thick black . a creamy brown head stays on top for a few moments before dropping to a bubbly film . the aroma has some vinous fruit characteristics heavy malt maple syrup some sourness and a bit of oxidation . the hops are still noticeable as this is still a fairly young bottle . taste is big dry malts sourness roasted chocolate bitterness and light sweetness . plum and grape fruitiness . no perceivable alcohol at least in the smell and taste i m sure i ll be feeling it by the end of my glass . there is a bit of heat in the back of the throat but it s remarkably drinkable for . the mouthfeel is massive but i knew it would be by the looks of it as it poured into my glass . big slick and smooth . bitterness lingers on the tongue . i think some time in the dark might help this one out though with each sip i take the better it gets . it really comes across as a beer meant for aging and i can only imaging how good it can get . i think i ll leave my last two bottles alone for awhile . definitely one to drink around room temperature no need to even put it in the fridge really . not quite as good as it is on tap as it stands right now but still a formidable thick stout and obviously pretty damn good .,aroma,0.7,1
ultra pale golden crystal clear industrial lager look with forced carbonation . aroma is like tap water that is passed over some grain . no hops anywhere in the nose at all . it does not smell unpleasant but has no character whatsoever . taste is watered down unremarkably simple and a on the citrusy dry side with some hop bitterness . it lacks the cloying sweetness of adjunct laden swill but is nothing to write home about . mouthfeel is like soda water spirited a bit refreshing but ultimately empty . worth a sample but not repeated visits .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a very nice looking red color into my pint glass . very thin bubbles and a small but consistant head formed on the top . good lookin beer . smell is not much . the malt smells wonderful but no hop aroma . smells almost like a maibock . taste is pretty good . although i like my reds hoppier this one focuses on the malt . almost no hop flavor and only slight bitterness . the malts do taste good though . mouthfeel is good . the head offers a certain frothiness . a little more carbonation would be nice . overall it is a tasty beer . better than alot of reds i have had but for sure not the best . i would n t seek it out unless reds are your style but it is a good beer to grab if you see it .,aroma,0.6,1
on cask labeled as black ale on the board appears super deep dark brown with the always present cascade of fine yellowy foamed bubbles densely thickening the head from underneath creating an inch high thick ivory head which stuck around for a long long while lace in thick spotty sheets . once the cascading action stops the color seems a bit deeper then the glass from the tap . another beauty of a glass to behold . smell has only a touch more cocoa and sweetness to it still a disappointment as far as aroma . taste is milder and smoother warmer and more rounded softer not quite as sharp with light roasty malts and bit more dryish chocolate and cocoa some notes of nuttyness appear in there . body seems close to the same as the tap with the overall creamyness more softer with the cottony late finish of drying lasting longer . a very smooth drinker compared to the tap the cask did its magic and soothes it out and softens it to be much more comfortable on the palette then what i was getting from the tap . only slight difference in taste and smell but the feel of carbonation is what separated it . cask is where its at with this one . compared head to head with the tap as both were available .,aroma,0.6,1
pours nice decent head on it dissipates quickly . smells of good citrus hoppiness . not really sure why i tried this was n t really feeling anything else on the menu should ve stuck with the minute . it tastes like someone dropped about oz . of orange juice and a large sweet valencia orange slice in my beer . i really do n t know why but i just ca n t get past the orange iness of this beer . it has a decent hop profile not too overpowering . if somehow the orange was remove i d enjoy this but even as it warms it keeps slapping me around . i want it to go away but it wo n t . would n t have another of these . i d say it s drinkable but not good by any means .,aroma,0.7,1
a great food beer . solid enough to stand on its own in the style but not overpowering the food . very drinkable for an imperial which i suppose is my only criticism . i m not normally a fan of imperial stouts because of that bite . this stout smells more like an imperial than it tastes like one which makes it very drinkable . glad i have a bomber so i can top of my glass halfway through .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into my duvel tulip from a flip top . no head on aggressive pour amber body light lacing and some visible carbonation bubbles present . nose is heaven sweet green apples almost like a sour cider . taste is disappointing low fizz on the tongue almost carbonated water flavor lightly sweet . i m wondering if the flip top leaked some the aroma was by far its strong point but it might have oxidized some . i d try this one again .,aroma,0.9,1
a amber in color with a mighty two inch head that takes quite awhile to retreat leaving significant lacing in its wake . s grassy resinous and citrus odors are supported by a great bread like malt character and a bit of tropical fruit . this stuff truly smells delicious . t in taste it lacks the hop punch one would expect from the nose . outside of that there are notes of tropical fruit intermingled with the grassy resinous taste from the hops but the taste is fairly subdued . a slight amount of alcohol is detectable in the finish which is crisp and dry becoming a bit sweeter as the glass warms to near room temp . m medium in body and slightly sticky d overall it is a fairly solid brew but nothing particularly amazing . i wish the complexity present in the nose would have carried over into the flavor a bit more .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a clear amber copper topped with a three finger meringue like off white head . leaves webs of lacing . earthy toffee aroma toast and flowers . buttery taste dominatingly butter flavored . bread toffee earthy and tea notes some citrus zest and flowers . almost a ringwood type yeast character to it too bad as otherwise it would be good . medium bodied .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer pours a clear orange with a white foamy head and smells hoppy and briney with hints of concord grape . the concord grape really comes through in between the two waves of hops the second being noticably more intense than the first . personally i find this beer to be too hoppy . it would have been very nice without that second stronger wave of hops . but still not bad .,aroma,0.9,1
corked ml bb date into a duvel tulip . a on the way from the bottle to the glass the liquid is dark brown but once settled it is pure opaque blackness . perched on top are two inches of dense light brown foam good retention finally settling into a ring and island with a solid ring of lace left around the bottom half inch of where the head started out . s some mild yeasty spice up frong followed by rich fruity malts tons of figs with some tart dark cherry aromas towards the end . powerfully vinous . extremely complex and thoroughly alluring i could smell this all day . incredible . t i was afraid this would n t live up to the first impression given off by the nose and sadly i was right . do n t get me wrong it s an very tasty beer but the flavors simply do n t meld as mysteriously and harmoniously as the aromas did . starts out sweet and bitter at the same time licorice followed up by some deeper fruits and finally the yeast and alcohol . dry warm spicy finish . one thing this beer is not is boring la terrible is one of the most assertive belgian strong dark ales i ve ever had . the flavors are potent and complex but lacking the finesse of a true masterpiece . m medium bodied slick a little fine carbonation . pretty nice . d given the huge flavor profile and the double digit abv this is shockingly drinkable . excellent . notes this is hands down one of the finest smelling beers i ve ever had and is a truly great brew all around . i ll have to pick up a couple more bottles and put some age on them . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dark brown black color . it has a tan head that dissipates immediately . smells very nice of a strong vanilla flavor . very strong coffee smell as well . a bit of chocolate at the end . taste is somewhat strange at first . a bit of a chocolate taste mixed in with vanilla and a little coffee as well . all of the flavors kind of hit at the same time and confuse me . the mouthfeel is somewhat thin for me for a porter . drinkability is not very good on this . even if one liked this i could n t see drinking many more than one of these . i just do n t think the tastes really come together on this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
presentation small brown ml champaine bottle . appearance cloudy orange wonderfull perfect thick creamy head good lacing . perfect . smell pretty faint but hints of floral hops and sweet bready malt . taste good hop bitterness up front so yeasty flavours give it all a nice earthen tone . little sweetness floral hops . grassy bitter hops sit at the back of the palate . mouthfeel good carbonation easy to drink thickened with help of the always present head . crisp and refeshing but also complex and spicy . drinkability overall very easy to drink . a well produced pa but smell lets it down .,aroma,0.6,1
this was the first beer i ever tried and i drank this for years as a teenager i guess because i just didnt know any better . a straw pale yellow s strange and unpleasant smell that i ca n t quite describe although there were times i drank it and it smelled a little like vomit . t watery metallic bitter very little sweetness and once again like the smell there is unpleasant taste to it that i just cant quite describe . m watery carbonated . d not good . i guess they might be easy enough to pound when very cold and there s nothing else to drink . overall this is a horrible beer . how the hell this is the most popular beer on earth is beyond me . only way i d drink this is if there was nothing else at a party . if there was wine or liquor maybe i d have some bud to end the night after getting wasted .,aroma,0.2,0
overall this beer seems very watery . in fact it seems when you have a mouthfull of this beer the taste disapears within a second or two . very carbonated to . smell is next to non existent and i would not recommend you drink this warm . one very good point about this beer is the price . in ontario it is for a difference for for for some beers . but in my opinion there are better cheap beers out there .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a bright vibrant copper with very light head . light retention and no lacing . this is where hoptimum shines . tons of citrus and tropical fruit . big orange tangerine and pineapple . light grapefruit and pine . sweet malt and biscuit . lots of hops mainly pine and citrus . heavy malt body . the one complaint i have is that when served at degrees this was very boozy . once this warms the booze really comes out which kind of overpowers every hops flavor rather than blend . nice moderate carbonation full body and alcohol sting on the mouth . too boozy kills all drinkability for me .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a nice orangish color with the typical head for a pale ale . it did n t stick around too long though . s i feel this beer smells better than the majority of pale ales . it has a very malty and hoppy smell all at once . t taste is about as average as it gets . citrusy hop bite up front with a lingering bitterness . m d mouthfeel is a little bit light when you get to the end of the beer . i would have to say this is the only real weakness i see but it lends itself to a slightly better than average drinkability .,aroma,0.9,1
a nice dark color pretty opaque . light tan head the size of a single finger . decent retention nice lacing . s caramel malt with a nice sweet spiced aroma . smells like brown sugar . t tastes like a cola at first then the hops hit you squarely . roasted caramel is definitely present . slight metallic aftertaste . m burns the tongue a little from the carbonation . medium light bodied but a little watery . non astringent . d it s ok but i would n t buy it again .,aroma,0.9,1
john martin is a curious brewery . most production and distribution is their line of gordon beers high octane canned lagers that i noticed were very popular with the shall we say lesser productive members of society who are most often found drinking in parks . martin s may be most notable however for their contract brewed guinness foreign stout that is an exclusive to the belgian market . as good and even more so reputable as that beer may be i was taken with their pale ale a beer that even in the company of funky lambics and spiced quads certainly makes a place for itself as being one of belgium s most unique and atypical beers only for the reason that it really is n t all that belgian at all . for one it certainly could n t be considered pale in the way the style has come to be marketed today . rather it is pale in a more traditional sense glowing clarity but a deep dark chestnut coloured body . tawny highlights and a well sustained peachy white head . the aroma is almost reprehensibly full of hops a level that must be gluttonous for the belgians . the malt bill comes through very cleanly but is saturated literally drenched in hop resin . very sweet sweet floral and expressive notes of hops . smells quite a bit like an english barley wine . despite their large presence in both the taste and smell the hops impart only a minute bitterness . there really is n t much texture at all to report that is other than the sticky hop resin which drenches the palate . i believe this was bottle conditioned and for that reason was a little heartier than what the brewer might have aimed for . still as per belgian guidelines this beer was incredibly digestible . drinks quite a bit like an english barley wine . the flavour overflows with two things primarily resiny hops and caramel like malts . it is also chocolaty with notes of brandy making this a perfect dessert beer . caramel and candy are also tasted . a lot of exotic fruit in the taste as well no doubt result of those wonderful hops . it actually taste surprise surprise quite a bit like an english barley wine . my impressions of the beer followed this sequence at first amazed . shortly thereafter simply very impressed . soon after i came to only be enjoying it . but then . with only a third or so left . i notice marked a best before date of . incredible like a ghost story . where did this beer come from . the date was . that would place this . pale ale at an estimated years old . and it held up and drank wonderfully . too funny . in short the beer blew me away . granted belgium has the worlds greatest beer but to a north american boy the market lacks one essential thing hop bombs . perhaps it was my withdraw of hops that led me to enjoy this so much . but i doubt it . especially now looking back that was one interesting offering . for a beer to drink so well be so tasty and rich and decadent and so digestible . i d recommend it .,aroma,1.0,1
from the bottle into a pub glass . average beer with nothing to write home about . a an average copper color . fairly clear but the head was so small on this one that i could only rate it as average . s malty with some hop on the nose . t not my cup of tea which is a shame as i like some of their other offerings . m a nice balance but not spectacular . d felt like a mass produced beer .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance light orangish amber . quite cloudy . thick white head that s very persistent . smell fruit is the primary aroma orange vague citrus . also some floral hops a little vague spiciness . fresh smelling . taste fruit is present almost immediately . sour orange or even lemon is the principal flavor . malt alcohol and a little peppery spice present but overshadowed by the fruit . finishes quite dry . not a huge fan of the style but this appears to be a very good example . mouthfeel light to moderate . drinkability nice beer to sample in the summer . it has a freshness for the heat but also a complexity for the drinker . not a style i seek out but well worth the try .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from the bottle into a large snifter glass . first notch second notch at the . a real nice uniform creamy light coffee like head in terms of color and appearance . creamy tiny bubbles of the pour but head gets no bigger than half a finger . body is classic dark walnut black brown somewhat see through but not totally . spotted lacing around like leopard prints . looks just great . what happened to the nose on this thing . where did it go . off the bottle there was vanilla coffee molasses even some sense of brandy in the glass i am getting next to nothing . mild coffee sense faint roast but not bringing any creaminess . it s good but small . my drink is n t that cold let me tell ya . taste though is a nice mix of hop like bitter kind of mild grapefruit dried tobacco and mild roast coffee . woah where was all this stuff when i had this on nitro . . . . . . incredibly diverse palate filled with citrus mild grapefruit first and then char roasting malt . coffee angle seems to come in on the finish but hop sense dominates turning the citrus into a dried tobacco feeling even giving some residual grapefruit sugars . texture has a very noticeable but tiny carbonation tingle almost like just perfectly muted tonic water . it mixes with the citrus bent giving a tonic water feeling of quinine . it s not velvety but it s fun for the mouthfeel i ll give it that for sure . i am blown away by the taste on this thing never had a stout taste this incredibly varied and balanced on top of it . no wonder i can never find this beer everyone probably buys it cause it s just fantastic tasting which it is .,aroma,0.7,1
a stoutly . dark dark opaque black . small head and little lacing . s it has a nice nutty character absent form most stouts i ve had . hazelnut and almonds combine with a bit of roasted malt and some coffee to make a nice aroma . t again a bit of a nutty character that s absent from most i ve had . nice . the hops come in to give a bit of a citrus kick with a leafy finish . not bad although not too robust . m a bit thin and watery . no carbonation to give it a bit of creaminess . d pretty drinkable . tasty although not my favorite stout .,aroma,0.9,1
i was really looking forward to this beer . this is the first from bells that i have tried . poured nice with a nice head and carbonation . nice lace on the glass . smelled pleasant . fruity with nice hop smell . the taste was a let down . not a bad taste but not as full of taste as the smell led me to believe . this beer is drinkable . i have four of the six left so i will sample again in a few days . i doubt if i will change my review but we shall see . decent choice but not a top ten ipa for me . suckem up and movem out . giblet,aroma,0.9,1
holy hops . i like me some hops . this one poured copper and had a big white head . almost too big as it commercialed out of the top of the glass and onto the bar . oh well . i could smell it already . huge hops and not much else to smell . maybe a touch of some orange peel or citrus something . i was blasted immediately with the hops from the first taste and on . almost overwhelming to a point of that way too acidic metallic flavor that lingers until you eat something or drink something else . not entirely offensive but there . i drank this with a reuben sandwich and it really brought out the caraway in the rye bread . it was nice but not as nice as a porter or stout would have been with the reuben . overall i liked it . i would n t complain if i drank it again .,aroma,0.9,1
it tastes almost ok when cold but i dread drinking this beer . it has a strange smell as it gets warmer and it also gives me the most incredible hangovers . i think this a possible example of the formaldahyde widely rumoured to be used in asian beer making processes . its got more body than most asian beers and tastes ok ice cold usually via ice cubes so is ok at first . but when it gets warm . tastes stale and smells weird it does n t surprise me that chang beer is outselling it now,aroma,0.3,0
oz . bottle poured into a mug . apperance pours a clear copper color with a fair amount of visible carbonation . big white head leaves some lacing on the glass . seems more to just separate from the glass rather than becoming rocky . smell aroma of corn and light sweet malts . hardly impressive . taste lots of lightly sweet and slightly spiced malts but also a lot of corn flavor . has a bit of a warming taste . and a hint of alcohol in the aftertaste . mouthfeel light to medium bodied with light moderate carbonation . quite smooth . drinkability it s easy to drink but after a while it does n t taste at all like a winter beer . central american lager meets winter warmer . that s what this seems like . it has a slightly warming alcohol feel with some malty spices but seems to be made out of a corn base . i guess it s decent enough for just a beer to drink but really not worth the money .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a murky burnt orange with half a finger of fizzy head if khoi want to call it that . the head dissipated before i even had a chance to set my glass down getting a very strong caramel malt scent with not much else going on . the taste follows the nose . nothing to it but carame malt the mouthfeel is very thin and extremely carbonated overall this beer was nothing short of disappointing . thin overly carbonated and very one dimensional . if your curious about this one do n t be,aroma,0.4,0
this beer is not what i was expecting . especially average in every category except the smell . the appearance is average . lighter than i expected and very clear . the smell is exceptional . tons of different scents . very spicey and floral at the same time . the taste does not live up . tastes a lot like a pumpkin pie with a little spice to it . mouthfeel is depressing . when drinking a winter beer one expects a nice full mouth . however this is very very thin . the drinkability is ok because the thin beer is easy to drink . however with the amount of spices and sharpness one could n t or would want to drink too many of these .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle from pixieskid and simon in paris . many thanks again you are both amazing people . . bottle pours a nice dark dark brown pretty damn close to black . the nose begins to drift toward me as i pour . a nice roasted barley chocolate and espresso with a hint of cinnamon . this smells more like a stout . little bit of booze and also some banana from the belgian yeast . i was thrown off by the label and i cant really read french so i just saw brune thought it was a brown ale . the pour has a nice couple fingers of head with larger bubbles that die quickly though . taste is pretty coffee forward . espresso . the nose is deceiving . it is not stout like at all and it has a thin body . the flavors do come together nicely . the first few sips i was really disappointed but the more i drank it the more i got into it . not too much on the finish it seems to be espresso forward with a bit of that cinnamon rolls into chocolate then falls off on the finish leaving no aftertaste . despite the slight booze on the nose it doesnt seem to make much of an appearance on the taste . mouthfeel is disappointing soda like carbonation with that thin body . but overall this is nice . glad i got to try this . might pick up a couple more bottles of it depending on the price .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark brown almost black body with fingers of fluffy tan head . head vanishes . s toasted leather dark malts smoked peat sorghum liquid smoke iron minerals strange herb perfume aroma hickory wood chips . t watered down liquid smoke roasted malts toasted sugars unknown fruit character barely sneaks out among the savory smoked meat flavor . hints of cocoa and muted coffee bean . finishes sweet with slight hop bitterness . m medium body moderate carbonation . interesting twist on the style . the smoke character is bold and has a good amount of sweetness to balance . i only noticed the black tea on the aftertaste . try it for something different .,aroma,0.8,1
this brutal little number poured out with a very nice looking colour that was crimson to purple . it formed a substantial creamy head of tan that held nicely and left gobs of lacing as the drink was drunk . the nose is nicely arranged with fresh floral hoppiness . it is somewhat grassy and herbal but mostly citrus bloom . the malt character underneath smells potent and mixes with a biting alcohol scent to throw some roughness on the pile . crusty . stinging . astringent . but a lovely bloom of hoppiness . the taste is not all that special . i think it is a bit abrasive for my tastes . i have no problem with the decent amount of hop character displayed here . in fact that is the saving grace for this brew . it has a crusty and biting side to it that is not all that appealing to me . i guess i am not worthy but this is just not my style . it just feels dirty and brutal save for the hops . this feels more assaultive than many huge brews that i ve had . astringent . mouthfeel is good . it has a nice body to it . it is just wasted on a sort of wild charactered brew . coats the mouth nicely and the head throws off some creaminess . the drinkability is average . i see no reason to drink this when there are beers that are much less offensive that have a true style to them . by far the worst stone beer that gets the most press and praise . the strong ale catch all is just not a solid situation . i prefer structure . this is a bit messy for me . if this thing were about abv i think i would be more appreciative of it because i could forgive some of the harsh abrasiveness . as it stands it tastes like a monster only it is not really that strong considering . this beer has a great name . i wish it deserved to be so arrogant though . i think some people have been punked out by the smack talk on the bottle . nice jedi mind tricks . stone s other products are much more deserving of the praise . they make some truly stellar beers . that being said i am not feeling this one and i will not pretend to be .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a clear copper color with a one finger head that dissipates quickly . good bretty aromas coming through . a little bit of the lactic character pokes through in the aroma as well . taste is very subdued especially compared to the aroma . the brett flavors are very mild compared to the other brett beers i ve had a couple cantillons some jolly pumpkins and year old victory wild devil are the main ones coming to mind . it s also not nearly as sour as i expected . i enjoy wild ales that are n t as sour e.g . jolly pumpkin but this one needs something more . it also does n t help that i expected more sourness from a beer that says lactobacillus in large letters in the description on the bottle . mouthfeel is good for a wild ale . nice strong carbonation . overall this is still a very enjoyable beer but it s also one of the worst wild ales i ve had . could be a great intro to the style though .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance color is amber to tan . little carbonation smell nice pumpkin aroma with cinnamon and brown sugar . taste pumpkin flavor cinnamon and nutmeg brown sugar . mouthfeel heavy but balanced crisp . leaves a slight pumpkin after taste . drinkability good but its a good thing this is sold in a pack not a six .,aroma,1.0,1
to preface my review creemore is my favorite beer brewed in ontario . that being said . to start i am reviewing creemore springs out of a bottle purchased in toronto ontario . i find the flavour texture and drinkability of this beer magnificent . it has a nice colour and can easily be consumed on mass while watching either the maple leafs of the blue jays . however if i have one criticism of this beer it is the smell . i find that creemore does not have the best aroma and infact it greatly detracts from the flavour . thank you,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle with sept. freshness date poured into a wine goblet . highly carbonated tea colored hazy and lots of sediment including whitish flakes and blackish speckles . the first smell i picked up on was tropical fruit smells including banana and something else ca n t put my nose on it . high alcohol may have contributed to this fruitness . there was also a spiciness and sort of a leatheryness and a slight maltyness that i find typical of most belgians and pilsners pilsner malt . . there was a lot going on in the aroma which makes me want to revisit this beer and think it through more carefully . the prevailing tastes include the malt sweetness and alcohol . no bitterness .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours black with light tan head that lasts long after the pour with good lacing . s sweet cereal grain a bit of bready malt clean . not what i was expecting . t a bit roasted malts with a light body nearly no hops presence finishes with a slight metallic bitterness and a bit of grains similar to cereal . m good carbonation but very light finishes a bit watery . i do n t really know what to think about this one . it s almost like a watered down version of original guinness . it s very drinkable but if i m drinking a dark beer i prefer a bit more kick .,aroma,0.4,0
bam noire may have a blackish tone but it turns into a ravishing deep maroon colour when held against the light . its complexion is almost too dark to be certain but it looks like clarity is fully intact . the surface is wet with a midnight dew whose lacing is only semi gummy . the weirdest thing about the brewery describing the aroma as worn leather and cool autumn nights is that it s accurate . this has a most peculiar smell as do most beers barrel aged with brettanomyces and or bacteria that is richer and more full bodied with notes of black coffee and plums buried under the tart funky yeasty acidity . said wild yeast and or bacteria have desecrated much of what the world might have otherwise known to be bam noire . the few remaining drops of cold coffee and all but the faintest dark fruit marzipan and bittersweet cocoa have been devastated by a bubbly pinching earthy offbeat funkiness that trumps all else . i wish i could taste more flavour . in one sense this porous woodsy tint and tart musty characteristic makes me think of a quaint lambic cafe somewhere in belgium . in that regard this beer rubs me the right way . but in another way i ve become quickly bored with the lack of flavour and repetition of the stinging tartness . to be sure this is no lambic . not by a long shot . the bloom is off the rose with regards to barrel induced bacteria and wild yeast . palates are familiar enough with such products by now that they re no longer impressed solely by tongue numbing tartness and funky off notes . true artistry can be readily discerned and is imperative . most jp offerings have that . this one however simply seems contrived . with jolly pumpkin you either speak their language or do n t . that s the bottom line . if you like musty tart funkiness in your beer you ll get along fine . that being said bam noire does not hold up to the usual standards of the brewery and even for the die hard funk heads out there might be worth passing on if only for a different less contrived offering .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance sunflower golden yellow body with enormous bubbles and a fizzy white head that just ca n t hold itself together for more than a few seconds . pathetic . smell weak all around with lots of sulfur up front and barely discernable notes of burnt sugar crystal esque malts starchy adjuncts and estery hops . taste a bit like hop infused sparkling water with a pleasant bitter zip throughout and a nice dry finish but with nothing holding it together . malts are exceedingly thin . mouthfeel beyond light but the frothy carbonation actually serves to make this beer somewhat chewable . drinkability just take it straight from the ice cold can and it ll go down easy . avoid letting it warm or sniffing it .,aroma,0.2,0
thanks to enola for the bottle . dark brown with a huge finger creamy tan head . finally recedes to a or so and maintains it s integrity . not much in the nose . coffee and maybe a hint of lactose . mmmmm . this is delicious . what a pleasent suprise . chocolate caramel coffee . very dry and lasting aftertaste . mouthfeel is very rich and creamy . this is an excellent beer . now only if i could find me some more .,aroma,0.6,1
okay now really . yeah really . i just have to say that this is the freakin coolest bottle i ve ever come acrosss in my entire life . yeah really . with a very dense smell and beer like appearance this can be reckoned with some of the better german ales . as this brewery is immersed in the old world tradition of european breweries there is not much carbonation in this brew . but trust me it does n t need it . yeah really . this bottle will be reused and will be my official water bottle every time i goto class this year . peace outside .,aroma,1.0,1
bottled unk a hazelnut brown with a finger of off white foam which falls quickly to a torn sheet of the same . excellent clarity . no lace . s smells of plastic and some astringent malts . not like . t tastes sweet and like it has pecans . some brown sugar tones . taste far exceeds nose here . m creamy . thin . absentee finish . o well it s okay . i would suggest to a novice to craft .,aroma,0.3,0
poured a very hazy apple cider color with a thin head that disappeared quickly maybe a problem with my glass or maybe that s how it s supposed to be . aroma is mostly malt but not very impressive overall . taste is on the malty side with a very nice hope balance an awesomely balanced beer . mouthfeel is where this one shines smooth as can be and perfectly carbonated a light yet creamy quality . drinkability is very high this goes down so smooth . i really enjoyed this beer it is something different than the typical hop bomb ales that are very popular these days so far i have been very impressed with rogue .,aroma,0.6,1
pour was a very nice almost orange color . tons of carbonation help highlight the nice cream colored head . almost no lacing . had a very hoppy aroma upon first sniff . second whiff hints at fruity aromas that almost smell like a fruit salad . i noted hints of pineapple lemon apricot and pears . not that impressed with the taste . this brew was to bitter even for my taste . the fruit was n t in balance to the hops which overpowered the whole flavor . might taste fantastic with slighlty less hop . feels slighty watery but has a fair amount of carbonation that dances on the edges of my mouth . if you do n t mind the bitterness this might be a good choice for you . it doesn tfit my tastes and unfortunatly wo n t go onto my list of would drink again beers .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at the bruery . a beer brewed with beets then blended with white oak and aged rugbrod plus rose pedals and cocoa nibs . sounds like a full course meal . on to the beer it looks like all natural raspberry juice with its cloudy red violet color . it leaves some lacing on the glass . the aroma is pleasant . it s semi tart which makes it appealing to me and a little sugary from the beets . taste . it s strange . dominating of sugary beets all the way through . plus a touch of white oak and bourbon barrel . i could n t find the rest of the blend . no question this was experimental and i can even appreciate the effort and extra ingredients used in this beer but the beets are a turn off for me .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle with a bottled on a super aggressive pour yields a hazy golden honey body topped by less than a full finger of off white creamy foam with a half life of seconds . the nose piques my interest in this brew as the aroma is highly reminiscent of a belgian triple with strong esters of alcohol yeast and caramelized sugar . entry is muted until the midtaste takes over by blanketing the tongue with a thick coating of honey . the fnish is dry and led by red grapes and . surprise . . more honey . even the lip licking goodness following the finish is honey based . so . just how does one go about rating a beverage found in clay posts in china around years ago . my guess is that only a molecular scientist could tell us if the recipe came close to the makeup of the ingredients of the original recipe . my numbers reflect my overall impression of this brew . nice appearance great nose overpowering honey midtaste finish .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle into duvel tulip . bottled drank . appearance free pour yields a one and a half inch offwhite head that dissipates steadily leaving a tight lacing ring . pours a hazy orange ish red and leaves a few swatches of lacing around the glass . smell citrusy mildly dank amarillo hops somewhere between orange and grapefruit . faint sugary pastry backdrop that s just a highlight for the fruity and floral hops . there is n t much to say about what s going on besides that it s perfect . beautiful hop aroma with the sugary sweet complement working very well . i spend as much time explicitly smelling this beer as i do drinking it if not more . if kbs is a irrefutable evidence as to why you bourbon barrel age a stout red s rye pa is irrefutable evidence as to why you dry hop a pale ale . taste lots of bitterness the advertised ibus are n t being held back much by the malt subdued and a bit oily hop flavor that s reminiscent but a shadow of the smell leading to an interestingly creamy finish . the lingering sweetness forms a good counterpoint to the bitterness but neither the rye nor the caramel malts seem to be doing very much . with some warmth the story changes . a hint of spicy rye pops up in the finish and aftertaste and the caramel sweetness starts to work a little harder against the hop assault but it still loses the battle . still tastes a bit washed out but opens up more and more as the beer warms . all the flavors here are good but the bitterness is a bit too prominent . i would like more flavor from the other players the character of amarillo hops the rye malt the belgian caramel malt . perhaps ibus is too much for this beer . again it tastes good but it suggests the potential of far better flavors than it delivers . mouthfeel medium bodied somewhere between creamy and juicy . slightest dryness in long bitter finish . mild carbonation . overall solid everyday kind of beer . my friend fellow ba morningthief referred to it as a better cascazilla . i think the association is spot on but for my tastes ithaca s cascazilla does the job a lot better save for in the aroma department . that said i immediately had another bottle of this after my first and would happily order buy it again . good beer but elements of the flavor hold it back from being a great beer in my opinion . smells amazing though . edit pairing sidenote before my second bottle was finished i made some cheese pizza with lots of garlic and sriracha . the beer stands up really well to these bold flavors with the sweetness coming out a lot more than when i just drank the beer on its own . this beer would be a great choice for pairing with hot and spicy foods .,aroma,1.0,1
decent start for the head.it does die to a single layer of bubbles but it leave some decent spotty lace.near black color where no light seems to pass . very neutral aroma there are very few dark malt aromas.also there is no hop presence that i can detect . dark aromas of near coffee.it s dry with a mild bitterness more from malt than hop.this is far more thin than most near stouts.highly carbonated.i do detect some hop bitterness in the swallow and the aftertaste .,aroma,0.6,1
what a change from my initial reaction . after a sniff i was positive that i wouldnt like fat tire amber ale . but after the first sip that completey changed . the first taste was pretty good but the aftertaste was phenomenal . it had a hint of chocolate in there with some over deep flavors . each drink after had me asking for more . i cant say that about all the beers i have had . try it .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance black like the back ground on this page smell chocolate coffee malts and cookies taste not as heavy as u think it would be taste like it smells butit is not a strong taste mouth thin and creamy no carbanation drink dont really like it that much i usualy only have one or two of these when i go out to eat . not my kind of sesion beer,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle poured into a pilsner . deep brown near black with an inch of foamy tan head that leaves little lace . some dark purple mahogany peeks through against the light . rich sweet aroma of dark fruits powdery chocolate and fortified red wine . the slightest hint of coffee . flavor and mouthfeel both lighter than expected especially for a stout . medium high carbonation . bitterness of coffee and roasted malts and a touch of chocolate sweetness . finishes very clean with a slight hop bite . easy drinking pleasant and nicely fragrant .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer was is a medium amber that was topped by an airy white head lacing was light and scattered . fresh hoppy aroma was a easy improvemnt over the lack of lacing cherry notes were evident . long fruity finish dominates with some apple and cherry notes creamy and full bodied . good beer guide says it s a ipa something the pump clip neglected to mention . either way it was the strongest in abv of any cask ale tried on this trip . a decent beer but an unspectacular one .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bomber into a pint glass appearance yields a nice tan mocha colored head with webbed foam and sticky lacing . dark rich and thick black color with a slight bit of brown . smell smells like a nice rich coffee from sbux with tons of caramel added . sweet smelling espresso dark chocolate and milk come through . taste tastes very delicious . sweet rich full bodied and tasty . a little on the sweet side but alcohol held in great . rich cocoa espresso and sweet milk . mouthfeel not as thick or cloying on the palate as i thought . sticky and coats the palate well and has a nice aftertaste and long finish . drinkability despite the abv its delicious and brewed with actual jamacian coffee . bomber limit i would say .,aroma,1.0,1
original rating date august pours an enticing dark gold smells of a bit of hops but not as much as i expected relatively weak on the nose which surprises me as most iipas i ve tried have a great nose . looking down the ratings already here it seems like i m the only one who will score this weak on aroma maybe my nose is too stuffed . really just a bland bit of hoppy aroma nothing special . the label lists . ibus pretty low for a ipa . first sip . wow lots of hop punch but balanced with a citric sweetness and some malt towards the end . finishes long honey malty and bitter . perfect mouthfeel sticky malt with adequate carbonation . really really enjoyable ipa the best new ipa i ve tried in months . i want to give this a higher rating but the nose just was n t there for me . either way excellent iipa a far better effort than lagunitas regular ipa . recommended for sure .,aroma,0.6,1
eye great beer for the eye . color is perfect crystal clear copper lively with carbonation golden highlights and a great off white pillowy head with great lacing and amazing retention . one of the best i ve seen of the style yet . nose not very potent got to have my nose right in the glass to smell anything . however the aroma i get out of this brew is pretty good . the aroma is malty and has what seems to me a strong aroma of molasses . overall the aroma reminds me of amber malt extract you know that smell when you re brewing once you open that can during an extract brew when you re trying not to let it scorch on the bottom of the pot . thats what i am reminded of . only if it were a bit more potent . tongue tons of malt character right up front as well as a bit of aluminum ugh . not much in the way of aftertaste to this one if you really want to know i find that there is a metallic tang throughout this brew and is most noticeable in the aftertaste . lots of toasted flavors as well as some bread like flavors . not so rich as others i ve had and this one finishes pretty weak . mouthfeel and drinkability full bodied in the mouth with moderate levels of carbonation this brew leaves somewhat of an oily feeling that vanishes just as soon as the metallic tang vanishes . i m also getting a slight aftertaste of diacetyl not very pleasant it does n t work well with the rest of the brew its there just on the back of the palate in the air that sits upon my tongue perhaps more of an oxidation than diacetyl but its slightly warm a bit buttery and not very pleasant . not much more to it than that . this is an alright brew but i ca n t see myself searching this one out .,aroma,0.9,1
i really miss schlitz . not anymore . i drank this beer back in the s s before they started putting that enzyme in it ruined it . this was the best american adjunct lager made . the first thing that i notice is the hops . schlitz has more of a hops flavor than any other american lager that i ve tried . the second is a clean taste with no after taste . will i pass up a new glarus tyrania or two brothers beer for schlitz . not unless i m short on cash . but i think that schlitz is the best american adjunct lager out there today . it even beats out leinenkugel traditional by half a star .,aroma,0.6,1
ml singleton batch poured into a balloon glass know brewdog from their reputation as brewers of super strong ales tokyo tnp stb . etc . but never had one of their brews . a black but thin not as thick as a black ale or stout . s strong and good balance of malt hops in the nose . sweet and bitter but not bittersweet . t woah . and may i add weird . much more bitter up front than expected . not much hoppines though just bitter should have expected that at ibu . nice finish . f nice mouth not thick not thin not mind blowing either . d bizarre but not bad .,aroma,0.9,1
i saw a pack at the foodery n. liberties and being a can regular i asked if they had singles available so they broke one open for me and i bought three . it s a canquest tm thing . i am a retired sailor and i am doing three knots with this beer it s knot summer yet it s knot noon yet and i m knot worried about the first two . there s an old joke about a salt on his th birthday and the young woman he procures to help him celebrate . she tells him you re knot in you re knot even erect and you re knot getting your money back . brings a tear to my eye . from the can beer brewed with natural flavors unlike minhas which is as unnatural as they come . the crack glug was yet another reminder as to why it is important to decant not only did i get two fluffy fingers of bone white head but it looked like summer in a glass . color was a beautiful sunshine yellow with ne quality clarity . couple that with the cloud like head and you have a summer s day . i am a visual beer guy i suppose . nose had a metallic aspect to it . uh oh . fortunately the smell did not translate to the taste . mouthfeel was on the thin side and the flavor was big on lemon which were probably the natural flavors alluded to earlier . it was a pretty mellow drink as wheat beers are wont to be finishing with a light zestiness making it quite refreshing . i probably would not want more than one but if i were accompanied by someone who really likes this sort of thing it would be in my cooler .,aroma,0.4,0
a uhhh it looks black and opaque and has a khaki head . it is n t the most impressive looking stout but it is leaving a lot of lace . s amazing nose delicious notes of chocolate slight coffee and super smooth oat with roastiness present but generally transformed into the aforementioned dimensions . it reminds me of the smell of instant caf mocha prior to the addition of hot water . t the taste is good though certainly a bit different than the nose . the caf mocha is there though it is toned down a bit in comparison to the nose . the oat makes its impact in the addition of an intangible smoothness and there is also a mineral astringency to the malt that makes it seem much lighter or more pale than it is perhaps attributable to the oat and perhaps not . finally there is an appreciable hop that comes in at the end and lingers providing herbal and vaguely floral notes on the finish . m nice creamy and smooth . on the big side of medium bodied . refreshing too . d i was n t expecting this good of a beer to be honest . i do n t know why though carey and co. hit home runs like barry bonds would on a gallon of the clear .,aroma,1.0,1
smells quite strongly of roasted coffee beans . if you chilled an espresso drink and made it into beer this is how it would smell . the taste however is quite interesting . the start of the taste is indeed roasted coffee beans but they do n t come through as the aroma would have indicated and it has a really offputting stale taste to it . then this transitions into a bit of a licorice taste . .finishing with what i would classify as an odd citric acid tangy sourness that s quite pronounced and just seems out of place . this is not an old batch believe me i checked . so i m confused by that . my verdict here is that it has a great aroma and starts decent enough . but in the end i m turned off by what i d consider to be off flavors for a stout .,aroma,0.6,1
a burnt orange dark honey color . very bubbly carbonated . cloudy . thin clumpy off white head with not much retention but lacing does stick to the glass . s sugary citrus smell . mandarin oranges traces of peach . fruity smell overall . hops give it a slight floral smell . t very sweet and tangy . right away i get the fruity flavors orange lemon and a little bit of grapefruit . drinks almost like a wheat ale . hop bitterness washes over the tongue . it s noticeable but not strong . hops are very earthy grassy . some acidity is there too slight astringency . get some metallic flavors on the tongue in the aftertaste . m for as carbonated as it looked it felt rather flat . metallic . d did n t really enjoy this one . as mentioned before drank kinda like a wheat ale with its mellow malt flavors high citrus character and low hop amount . would drink if offered or if bought in a sampler but probably not buying again .,aroma,0.8,1
i was excited to see this one on the shelves as i was curious to see how this year s would compare to last . sadly i came away a little disappointed . review is from notes taken on and poured from the bottle to a pint glass . appearance pour is a deep dark cola brown starts with a big and finger light tan head with decent retention body is dark but it allows a little light through with some deep ruby highlights head fades to a full and uneven cap fair washes strands and spots of lacing are left behind on the sides of the glass . off to a good start . smell smell is nice and it really smells like christmas . lots of spicy gingerbread like aromas bit of a nutty scent in the back that brings about a bit of earthy bitterness . this smells great and leads me to believe that it s going to taste as good as it smells . taste unfortunately not nearly as good as it smells . comes across very thin and watery the gingerbread flavors are there but watery and muted slight piney hop bitterness combines with an earthy nuttiness walnuts . bit of a sweet malty backing . mouthfeel as mentioned above it s thin and watery in the body and not quite what i was hoping for the carbonation is pretty light but still offers some effervescence to an otherwise dull body a moderately thick and sticky coating is left on the roof of the mouth . drinkability not nearly as good as the offering but decent overall . hopefully next year the flavors will be just as robust as the nose and the body will be more worthwhile and offer some substance . moderate abv would certainly not slow anyone down so it s definitely drinkable just not exciting in any capacity .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this on tap at papago brewing in phoenix . it was recommended by one of the workers . i was put off by the price but when others around me said that it was quite good i gave in and got one . let me say i wish i had passed . it came in a snifter so i knew it was going to be strong . here is what i thought a looks great . i love a dark beer and dark this is . s i was put off by this . the first warning sign . it did not smell appealing at all . it was almost as the beer was spoiled . it just had a unique smell . t not good . all i could taste was bitterness and alcohol . and lots of the alcohol . the aftertaste was better almost sweet but the alcohol lingered and was not enjoyable . mf well if i did not enjoy the taste there is not much sense to go into any further detail here . overall a let down . i was expecting the holy grail of beer and what i got was something loaded with the taste of alcohol . chaulk it up as a loss . sadly i think i am the only person who did not like this .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a sunset reddish orange amber that is very clear with a small short lived white head . a good citrus aroma that is not overpowering with a decent balance of malt and hops leaning toward the hops side . a faded taste of apple and other citrus flavors with a malt interruption and the slightest hint of spice . fairly watery with a low level of carbonation . not too much happening with this brew . not a bad beer to drink but not something i get my hopes up for . not exciting but tolerable .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a dark amber with a thin but persistent head . aroma is faint toasted malt . taste is dry caramel slightly sweet and a little nutty . flavor profile has a light hoppy element and a lemony flavor . mouthfeel is light clean very quaffable . i ll be honest i m not a big fan of the amber style i think it s rather boring and unappealing . but this one could change my mind very distinctive and sessionable .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a leffe glass light hazy brown with a small bubbly tan head . lots of floaties in this one . smell is great very complex . ripe fruits some yeast a tiny bit of roasty malt and a bit of alcohol . taste is good but not what i had expected after the smell . honestly kind of bland . some malt not a lot of yeast or hop flavor a bit of caramel in the finish very dry . mouthfeel is medium bodied and heavily carbonated finish is a bit warm . drinkability is average not a huge fan of this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
picked up a pack of this at trader joe s for only . . i m a real sucker for their beer department when i m grocery shopping because of how good the prices are . it seems that a lot of the selection are trader joe s exclusive beers even the ones that are n t tj s brand beers . i m pretty sure this one can only be found at tj s as well . anyways the prices are good but the beers are really hit or miss . some have been great like black toad and others like this one are a little bit lacking . a gila monster pours a clear copper with a finger white head it looks very carbonated . s not very appealing some weak malts and an odd metallic smell . t thin sweet caramel malt with a little bit of bready character to it . not bad but definitely not anything to write home about . m thin and highly carbonated . d i guess gila monster does pretty well in this category as you could put a few in a row away . overall i guess for . i should n t really be complaining that this beer is just mediocre .,aroma,0.4,0
a well rounded beer . it poured with a light brown almost golden hue . it head was small but clung well to the glass . when i first run my nose across the glass the smell was divine . the aroma of malt with a hint of hops was pleasing . the taste was a little watery but reccovered in the aftertaste bringing along a hint of caramel .,aroma,0.8,1
picked this one in honor of de struise s pending visit to the chicago . alright . this is what i am talking about . i have really been getting tired of beers that smelled like heaven but tasted more like purgatory . this is a real pet peeve of mine cultivated over years of liking the smell of coffee and tea but being forced to dial up the taste with things like milk and sugar . this beer however looks good smells fine but when it hits the palate the fun really begins . this tastes sweet and caramel and and vanilla and boooze . it s smooth and creamy with a pleasant finish . as it warms the vanilla settles down a bit and the bourbon really steps away from the corner and asks the pretty girl to dance . at the bottle is the perfect size to get you a nice happy on but not enough to make you punch a cop . i m honestly thrilled about this . everything is so balanced this beer is like ebony and ivory . i actually think it tastes like perfect racial harmony . this beer could solve our troubles in east la . this beer might be the answer to the tumult in the middle east . this beer is essentially bottled peace . get some . now .,aroma,0.6,1
color ice tea . nose with hints of bread . mouth rather small with a subtle presence of wood but the finish finally without much flavor except a few caramel . some oxidation . the version used seems to have taken a bit of bottle and it appears on the verge of expiration therefore mistrust on this review because it is possible that the version has lost the flavor over time .,aroma,0.7,1
nice bubbly body head rather fluffy i consider average . the body was golden wheat in color . it has a very smooth mouthfeel you get a good tingle when it runs down the back of your tongue . has a very sweet taste with a hint of bitterness . i really enjoyed this beer . this beer has given me a new sense of hope for lagers . i never had a good lager but now that i found one and it has inspired me to not completely right them off .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bottle into a chimay glass . . bottle of . pours a deep mahogany brown color with a thin finger of tan head . the head quickly dropped to a very thin layer . aroma is strong with caramel malt toffee brown sugar molasses and a bit of alcohol . taste follows the aroma . strong with caramel toffee molasses dark fruits raisin fig date . very malty with a biscuit like sweetness . the label says they used pounds of hops but i ca n t taste any hops at all . i do n t know what it tasted like fresh but it seems to be only about a year old . the result is a rather unbalanced flavor heavy in sweet malt and lacking in bitterness and hops . feel is slightly under carbonated with a medium full body . pretty smooth but also kinda heavy . drinkability is a bit low due to the unbalance of the flavor . overall decent but not that great . the hops after a year are nowhere to be found leaving an unbalanced beer . try it if you like sweet and malty strong ales barleywines .,aroma,0.8,1
classic strongly flavored dark german wheat beer . dark amber color with a touch of brown and the cloudy hefeweizen look . has the appealing bavarian quality of subtle creamy carbonation that lasts so well in the glass . fills the mouth with flavor . strong hefeweizen estery flavors very fragrant . tastes of rye bread ripe banana and lots of cloves . caramel and roasted malt flavors . touch of hops is just right . one of the best dark wheat beers i ve had in the lower alcohol german style . after the flavors melt in your mouth for a while you are eager for another gulp .,aroma,1.0,1
big brown unibroue bottle best if drank by . very very nice pour . about as nice as a white beer can get . perfect shade of honey yellow perfect little head . smells of spicy duvel fruits along with green apples and cloves . burny . wonderful . just the perfect amount of fruit mixed with the belgian wheat goodness . taste good . the nose basically only slightly washed out by a grand fizziness that feels cool but kills the apples .,aroma,1.0,1
a cl bottle poured into a delirium tulip pours a cloudy golden straw with a pillowy white head . head recedes to a small layer after a minute . i m a sucker for good lacing and this beer has it . smells hoppy like an ipa but much more of a floral grassy hop vs. many of the common citrusy c hops in american ipa s with a similar intensity nose . behind the hops you can smell the belgian yeast that makes this beer distinct . the taste is n t as hoppy as it smells and has a very smooth bitterness and not harsh as many ipa s i ve drank . the back end is all those fruity belgian tripel tastes . truly a melding of two distinct strong flavor profiles and i m surprised they do not clash as much as i would expect . the beer starts sharp from the firm bitterness and ends sharply as well because of the dryness . the middle is very soft like many belgians start off . this is my first i think taste of the belgian ipa style and i am enjoying it . it is very drinkable despite its high gravity and i m really digging the dichotomy of hoppy fruity tastes and they both are distinct and do not step on to each others toes . a solid beer and a style in which i will search out more examples .,aroma,0.6,1
this one poured dark with little head and no retention or lacing . the smell was very influenced by the can tinny and sulfurous . in terms of flavor tin was the first flavor on the palate too and a weak barley flavor comes out last . my drinking partner agreed that it tasted like antique shops smell . you could n t chug this beer and since it s happoshu and it does n t as good as some others i m not sure what to do with this one .,aroma,0.2,0
cheers to alex for busting out this rarity at my bachelor weekend tasting . a a really great looking stout big tan head that receded to some chunks and lacing . jet black and full with some browning on the sides . s roasted malts but there is some brine or olives on this that makes me feel like it has turned a little bit . there s some good and bad taking this to average . t i really like the taste of this one . smooth roasted malts are the backbone and really just the essense of this beer . there is some powdered cocoa taste in there as well that adds a touch of sweetness but this is a much more roasty stout than sweet . m smooth some tongue tickling carbonation full bodied . d do n t get any heat on this at all good beer that i feel fortunate to try . a great one for all those who like roasty stouts .,aroma,0.6,1
source serving draft smell coriander orange flavors belgian yeastiness and some brown sugar . overall fairly deep dark flavors . taste quite sweet up front with pronounced coriander . the middle does n t really go anywhere just sustained or even more coriander . perhaps there is a ephemeral note of some ripe fruits and alcohol . disappointing . finish is oddly bitter noticeable alcohol and has a slightly off spiciness .,aroma,0.7,1
ounce bottle poured in a pint glass . a black but there were hues around the glass . good head s roasty fruity over all not bad t garbage . m fine d i drain poured this beer a couple of sips in and i decided to open something else . i seem to not like the style for some reason .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer pours a clear golden color with little head at all . the aroma is strong with floral hops and some spices . very nice . the taste is a little too empty . you can definitely tell it is a wheat beer with the sweet perfume floral characters . the mouthfeel is a little too carbed but overall worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to masterski for placing this review where it should be pasted from incorrect listing from notes beer ml shared with klym last weekend . not sure on the vintage . poured into over sized wine glass a a firm one finger head boils in a cauldron of bark brown bubbles . as expected the brew looks like a mine shaft . the bubbles fade to a light cream with solid tulle lacing up and down . black betty is a pretty little thing . s a nose of cedar . sweet barks with a bit of corn sweetness in the nose that anticipates whiskey . slight chocolate note that s cut by cornbread malts . sweet sweet sweet . t s mores big time . graham cracker sweetness light milk chocolate and a roasted marshmallow finish . graham cracker really illustrates the biscotti malt sweetness . delicious baked goods with yummy crusts reign supreme . this beer came from grandmas oven and summer camping trips . m relatively flat mouth but it does n t really hurt the beer . a soft spoken mouth allows the three phase taste to march in the parade . one of the few low carbonation mouths that does n t compromise the experience . o flavor separates this beer from others in style . a really great flavor driven brew . a master campfire pairing . a burly sweet dessert beer that would win some blue ribbons at your local fair . a proper beverage following the conquering of mountains and wrestling of bears . a manly outdoor dessert that is best worn on a lumberjack s beard . just do n t let your bro s know it s only abv .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a small sample glass . poured a nice deep mahogany red with a small bit of white head that settled fairly quickly . lacked most aroma slightly sweet smelling . tasted sweet slight hops entering in the aftertaste too faint for much influence . left no lacing on the glass . mouthfeel typical of a lager fine carbonation bordering on excessive thin fluid . all in all drinkable i d pick this over any of the macro lagers anyday .,aroma,0.4,0
served on tap at the rehoboth pub this was a clear gold with a decent white head . very interesting bouqet smells very much like a moscato d asti frum the muscat grapes . a unique aroma from that alone which i have never encountered in another beer . also floral sweet honeyed bready malts and fresh not roasted nuts in the nose . taste is mead like sweet with a semi drying finish . no hop presence . medium to full bodied and viscous this could present a cloying sweetness after a while and as such is not a session beer but definitely something unique and worth trying . would pair great with a lot of desserts .,aroma,0.9,1
where do we begin . the memories abound in my mind of wonderful times and this satisfying beverage . i drink this when i m rich sober poor and drunk . it has never failed to satisfy me . she never tastes as nasty as fish given bad head or failed to pleas . three important ways this beer is better than other beers . while not spectacular in any specific way as a total experience it proves to be more than the sum of its parts . this beer is my best friend always there to console me . i know people who hate it and those who love it . it is the beer for the open minded just as is the bud light for the closed . hail to pabst .,aroma,0.3,0
a thick copper colored beer with oily thin cream swirls of white . recededs fast but leaves nice lace . s pine herbs grass lemon grapefruit and honesuckles . t resiny pine and tart grapefruit lemon grass herb on the front end with a hit of pepper . a sweet malt backbone with some toffee notes and hints of nutmeg . m thick and oily slick and refreshing . d very tart and complex flavor combination of hops . nice balance .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at stub herb s in a oz glass . appearance . dark brown looks black in the glass with a dark brown rich looking head that receded rather fast but left a decent lacing . aroma nondescript . bunch of swirls coax a slightly chocolaty malt aroma and perhaps oak . some of the usual stout aroma when the beer got warm enough . taste dark malts creamy chocolate and some oak that does n t seem to meld too well giving an impression of poorly done artificial flavoring . still the base beer does n t let this one taste too bad . mouthfeel . good mouthfeel on this one with the right combination of roast body and carbonation . drinkability . appropriate for the style and abv .,aroma,0.6,1
arcadia hop rocket the label does n t indicate abv or style and the label notching is cryptic you ca n t tell what g means whether it was born in or . boo hiss . this brew poured dark golden cloudy like ice tea . there was n t much head but it showed a little lacing . the aroma was a knockout . citrus grapefruit yes strong and good wow . apricot flavor notes . the taste first struck me as complex and delicious . hope dominate it was musky sweet seemingly well balanced for a hophead . alcohol presence was noticeable later i discovered this is a dipa . w . abv . . the malt flavor . maybe a little bready but mostly absent . mouthfeel was crisp bubbly light to medium bodies some alcohol burn . overall this came across very well . while the malt flavors get seriously slighted the hops part of the brew is stellar . i enjoyed this brew w my lunch it was good to start but by the end the heavy alcohol presence got old . one is enough of these but it gives a nice buzz and it s tasty . ca n t ask for much more .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a bright golden color with creamy white head that fades away pretty quickly . smells strongly of yeast and not much else . hmm the taste is pretty yeasty too . there s a little bit of sweetness there but no bitterness to speak of . the mouthfeel is like heavy water boring . it s actually fairly drinkable as is water .,aroma,0.3,0
attractive orange color with creamy off white head . smells of honey and spice with apricot jam . really a pretty nose . the taste is somewhat surprising . based on what they described they were trying to do they seemed to have totally missed the mark . if they were trying for a truly english ipa they still went for it too much with the hops . i mean it s tasty but it seems like a quasi cali belgian gig without the banana . super ripe malty and fruit profile with tons of mango and assertive bitter finish . somewhat cloying though and that sort of casts a bit of a pallor on things . makes me not entirely fired up about a second .,aroma,0.9,1
sometime in every mans life we must do something that is against our better judgment . something that is so far from our regular routine that it makes one stop and wonder . that is what i found myself doing today . colt is a classic malt liquor . delivered to you in pride from a ounce bottle it gives one the impression that flavor is n t what pabst had in mind when they devised this concoction . they intended simply to f you up . if that was n t their reason why did they get billy dee to sell their beer . colt pours from the la fine bright clear yellow . the head is foamy but i do n t know how much i trust it . it has the consistancy of the bubbles from dish soap . to be brutally honest with you it looks like urine . the smell was skunky . i do n t know if it was left in the light too long at the store or what it was skunky . the taste was the finer point of the whole experience . it actually tasted malty . go figure . there is a concept for you . did you read that oe . it was malty . yes there were hints of corn and a graininess but so help me jesus there was malt . i was n t all to impressed with the mouthfeel . it was watery and left a grainy feel in my mouth . i m not drinking this again . i do n t care how poor i am there is no way i m drinking this swill . fo shizzle .,aroma,0.3,0
been hearing about this one just stumbled across it . appearance black with a very thin mocha head even with with a vigorous pour . no lacing just the thinnest of caps . smell big rich chocolate . bourbon and vanilla . it really has nice bourbon . some toasted marshmallow . it s very nice . taste it has some nice chocolate and some booze . ok plenty of booze . it s got a ton of dark fruits tons of raisin . seriously lots of raisin . it finishes with bitter chocolate and a little ashy . sweet booze raisin . mouthfeel just too thin frankly . a little flat . overall i was so excited about this one after the smell . but it does not deliver . this is just disappointing . it should have lot going for it but it s thin a little hot kind of ashy in the end and basically a raisenette beer . so it goes .,aroma,0.9,1
well like a lot of bas i saw this new beer and had to try it . appearance is pretty damned good clearly the best part of this review i like the look of it and the head stuck for a little bit . smell is somewhat corny metal . not too tempting but i dive in anyway . both taste and mouthfeel earn respectable but not electrifying average scores . i get a slight bit of citrus and sugars in the aftertaste . this has the feel of a macro with the hint in a small sense of the word of a micro shot at a vienna lager . drinkability s pretty average as well . not too bad but not something i d run out and purchase again anytime too soon anyway i could just as easily instead head for the sammy boston lager .,aroma,0.4,0
not much else interesting on tap at fries the other night so i went to the cooler and this is what i pulled out . not too bad . pour is from the bottle to a pint glass . appearance pours a deep coppery caramel color comes with a solid one finger head off white lightest tan that has ok retention and fades to a full yet uneven skim body is cloudy and there are odd shaped clouds and spots of lacing . smell very weak i can barely decipher what scant scents i m smelling some faint whiffs of hops and grainy rye but that s barely detectable . taste nice flavors that are almost pungent decent bitter earthy hop presence and the toasty rye flavors combine to make a solid tasting and nicely bittered ale a nice malty sweetness sneaks in as it warms a bit . mouthfeel mild soft carbonation body is smooth and almost creamy leaves a thin coating on the tongue and roof of the mouth film feels a little dry perhaps because of the abv . drinkability moderate i enjoyed the solid bitter aspect but i really wish there was a smell to compliment and enhance it a bit other aspects of the beera are solid as well abv is a bit high for many of these in a night .,aroma,0.4,0
a a slight auburn brown with very little head that dissipates very quickly moderate carbonation and a tiny bit of lacing will stick if you work hard to force it there . a paltry showing at best . s very nutty odor with a bit of coffee and a lot of earthy undertones all around . pilsner esque grassy hops aromas strike too . t alcohol is rather prominent . granted it is a strong brown but i do n t like this much . some nuts grass and lighter coffee with a hint of legume blandness and a touch of commercial solvent . the aftertaste is a mild bitterness and a bit of chemical twinge . m thick creamy gummy and drying . d not too good here . it s mouthfeel really kills it for drinkability . a bit strong to session . the taste is nothing great on top of that . i never know what to expect from a dfh beer but it is almost always more than i end up getting . this is easily among the most disappointing of their beers i have come across . even the more bizzarre ones at least leave me confused . this is n t a terrible beer but it is n t one that i would expect a quality brewery to release . edit i had some medium cheddar with the second half of my glass . the pairing was fantastic . so if drank with a medium cheddar the drinkability rises .,aroma,0.7,1
a nice looking brew that s just a few steps away from perfection . a lovely jet black stout color with a decent froth though the carbonation is rather light . the scent is probably the worst feature being a tad astringent which carries over slightly into the taste but not too badly . for the most part the taste is wonderful a nicely toasted stout flavor with a hearty amount of chocolate . it lacks the harsh bite that comes with most dark stouts and goes down remarkably smooth making it really about the most drinkable stouts i ve had in a while . highly recommended .,aroma,0.4,0
love this beer . there were so many different smells and flavors going on that i found myself spending more time with my nose in the glass than beer in my belly . definitely a woodsy component going on and i m thinking rosemary bark or dried thyme . maybe both . and juniper berries . not much funk really but the acid backbone is there making for a quite enjoyable drink on its own . my only quip is the residual sweetness is a tad too high to fully enjoy on its own i suspect it is a fresh bottle but with the right pairing . try it with a soft ripened triple creme cheese which brought both the beer and cheese to the next level . phenomenal .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle purchased at olive tree market in ocean beach and poured into a brouwerij t ij branded tulip glass . a pours a super clean golden copperish hue with a mellow head that lingers for a while leaving small amounts of lace in my glass . s sweet and hoppy very floral with some vanilla in there too . the smell is intense and wonderful very unique and really lends to the overall quality of this beer . t real similar to the smell but even more hop in the flavor some citrus and tropical fruit with a sweet grainy flavor at the end that is nice . the hop is real present the whole time like an ipa but it does n t completely dominate the flavor or lightness of it . m medium bodied but definitely on the lighter side of medium with nice carbonation . d real easy to drink i could drink these all day and at . a bottle you wo n t go broke doing so .,aroma,1.0,1
maybe it s my personal fruit preference but i preferred the peche version . this this one tasted and smelled way too much like luden s cough drops for me to really get into the sensory experience . once again no head . tiny spots of anemic lacing . i do n t think that one really expects that from this style however . it pours dark almost a cabernet red . i am only moderately impressed with these beers . they are basically a flavored malt beverage . they are quite tasty but i have a really hard time spending dollars a bottle on them .,aroma,0.8,1
now that a local bar the happy gnome serves victory hop devil on draft i finally get a chance to review this quintessential american ipa . the color is a pleasing dark amber . the head disappears quickly but there is ample lacing on the glass . the fact that i was in a smoke filled bar probably accounts for the minimal smell of this beer . the taste on the other hand is instantly memorable . there is an intense hop burst up front combined with a citrussy piney flavor which is balanced by a notable malt undertone . this is what an ipa should taste like . the mouthfeel is rich but refreshing . this is an amazing beer .,aroma,0.7,1
pour oz bomber to wide mouth glass . comes out with a half inch of light brown head over a very dark brown body and has tons of tiny bubbles throughout the beer . head does n t last long at all but the lacings are interesting in that the active carbonation in the beer keeps the lacings in a constant state of change . nose this thing has everything an early combination of chocolate caramel and nuts presents a whole pecan pie on a silver platter . all this is followed by some dark chocolate covered cherries and fruitcake aroma . smells like a star dessert . mouth enters with a light chemical feel up front that couples with a bubble gum flavor . deep malts all around and tons of warmth in the swallow . it has a sweet plastic lasting flavor that warns off any hops . has an excellent mouthfeel with nice fizz all the way through the mouth . notes of dark chocolate and coffee but over all the beer s still too sweet . has a bit of a smoky swallow which is nice but does n t mellow the bubble gum . i took about hours to drink this bomber and by the end the alcohol was really over powering it did n t ebb at all . this one is getting thrown behind bars for then we ll see if it s more under control .,aroma,1.0,1
o.k . y all can beat me up for it if you like but for an american macro this is the stuff . i would choose coors over the other two ab and miller any day . why . you may ask . because this macro actually has a little flavor as opposed to the taste of rice or corn . plus it s brewed with mountain spring water kidding . overall if i was in a bar and had to choose any of the american macros i d pick this one . quite satisfying if nothing else . for the price i know alot of buzz drinkers that swear by it and for good reason . go to the ballpark and have a tap if they have it just for the experience .,aroma,0.4,0
no head or lacing . smell is of apricots and other dried fruit not a strong scent but definately a scent . mouth is light and crisp but a surprising bitterness to it which is enjoyable . taste is a bit grassy and still some apricot to it but not much . not my favorite american pale wheat ale but i m glad i tried it . i would be interested to have it fresh from a tap .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a rusty orange hue . the head is rocky foamy and frothy . nice thick lace is noted . s the aroma is inviting with tons of spice and fruit . fresh ground cinnamon nutmeg hints of ginger can be noted . for fruit there is apples peaches oranges and cherries . the aroma makes you want to bake the contents and eat it . t despite the aroma it is a bit off in taste . everything mentioned above is noted but it does not meld together in taste as good as it does in the nose . the beer just has too much going on . the flavors come at you from all over i could n t finish it . m slight over carbonation makes it prickly on the tongue . d just too much going on . it is a love it hate it brew . at first taste i liked it but as i consumed more it became undrinkable . it is just a little too overthetop .,aroma,0.9,1
split a bomber of this with kels quite the amazing stout really . note to any readers though do n t doze off and try to drink this when you wake up and it s warm . not so good then . appearance pour is near black and opaque comes with a solid one finger tan head that fades to a pretty thick skim after a bit i can actually see some moderate carbonation bubbling up near the sides leaves a pretty full fluffy lacing sticking to the sides body looks just a tad watery on the pour and not quite as viscious as i was expecting . smell holy crap . easily the most impressive aspect of the brew . best description came from kels and i ca n t say it better so i ll quote what was said it smells like a hostess cupcake . no joke that s exactly what it smells like cream filling and all bitter and sweet chocolate bordering on hershey sweet a very slight hint of coffee roastiness in the back mixed with some sugary sweet slightly burnt and brown sugars slight detection of alcohol on the nose as well . taste a little hotter than i thought it was going to be the alcohol is very much predominant and is a little like a liquer or kahlua definite sweet cake like chocolate and a pleasant burnt roasty cofffee bean flavor as well a very slight hoppy bitterness makes a brief appearance in the mouth amongst all the maltiness . mouthfeel creamy and smooth body is moderately thicker than i thought it was going to be which is a nice surprise based upon the pour carbonation is a little higher than i m used to in a big stout like this mouth is thoroughly coated and i m left with a film covering the whole mouth throat and chest are especially warm from the big boozy alcohol . drinkability moderate at best the alcohol is pretty high and hot the beer is pretty heavy almost a meal unto itself . would make an excellent desert or accompaniment to one .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a very clear rusty amber hue . rocky off white head of two fingers holds very well and leaves stubborn streaks of lacing . weak nose hints at toasty malt and a faint apricot fruitiness . first sip is sweet with dark munich malt and crystal . slight roasty tones come through is a semi dry aftertaste that delivers a propely subtle spicy german hop profile . the overall flavor is balanced and very much what you might expect from a bock only more mild than you might prefer . the body is a bit too thin and the carbonation is too crisp . nice residual caramel and buscuity malt finish with balancing noble flavor bitterness . if not so restrained this could be a great beer .,aroma,0.4,0
deep copper amber in color with a quickly departing thin head . citric fruity aroma . flavor is dominating by a surpsingly nice fresh leafy hop flavor throughout the sip undergirded by amaltiness which starts off sweet and develops a toasty biscuity character toward the finish . dry well hopped finish . a good ipa .,aroma,0.6,1
one of my favorite things to do when back in state college for the weekend few and far between nowadays is to hit up otto s . i saw this at the bottom of the beer list and decided it was the way to go . was served in a snifter and looked a little bit cloudy and thin when you considered what it had in store . uniform tan head . the smell was bourbon and caramel . sometimes these things can taste like beer with a shot of liquor not so with this one . very well balanced in taste and feel . not overwhelmingly sweet or dense probably best when slightly under room temp . all in all quite excellent . needless to say at one is all one sitting can handle .,aroma,1.0,1
tried this drink last night and i do n t think my experience with this beer was as good as expected . the smell of this one was very skunky . almost unbearable i do believe this was light struck . nonetheless i drank it and it was alright nice head that stayed ok. plenty of carbonation . tasted nice and hoppy i ll try this drink again hopefully with a better review .,aroma,0.3,0
grolsch lentebok a poured a golden amber with a thin foam head . looks very tasty . s floral aroma with a slight lemon rind stench . sounds nice but just is not . terrible terrible smell . t initial citrus taste that gives way to a sugary sweetness that dominates your mouth leaving a dry bitter orange peel finish . m very low carbonation . easy on the palete . d not a good brew . avoid .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a oz . bottle into a us tumbler pint glass . a the beer is a dirty gold color with a thin white head that fades very quickly and leaves a thin lace on the glass . s the aroma contains pungent light malts some honey and some hops . t the taste starts out sweet with flavors of honey caramel some fruit and some spice . then a thin malt character and lager yeast provide some breadiness . the hops presence is mild but creates some balance . the after taste is slightly sweet . m crisp and a little smooth light to medium body medium carbonation finish is slightly sticky . d a little flavorful goes down ok not too filling mild kick not the best representation of style as its much lighter than most others not a beer that i would be too quick to choose again .,aroma,0.4,0
got a bottle of this from zapata thanks man and hey where ve you been . i m tasting this side by side with bell s regular cherry stout . poured from a ounce bottle into my shaker glass . appears a dark brown almost opaque color with around a finger or so of dark ecru foam . this smells amazing . brings back memories of the cherry topping my mother used to make to go along with her cheese blintzes . notes of sweet and tart cherries vanilla caramel butterscotch and bourbon dominate the nose . tastes of sour cherries bourbon tart cherry skin butterscotch and molasses . a warming alcohol burn greets the throat with each sip . moderate in body with medium carbonation and a dry sour finish . it took me a while to sip my way through the entire bottle . this is a great pick for a nightcap beer .,aroma,0.9,1
brewed with us medium caramel malt row barley and roasted barley . hopped with chinook willamette cascade and dry hopped with crystal and centennial one of my favorite hop varieties . og . . abv . pours out to a murky caramel forming a soapy beige head with good retention and lacing . the aroma is absolutely wonderful . full of freshly crushed green leafy and sweet hops . very floral and citric . nice . the carbonation is mild to moderate . the mouthfeel is sharp and zesty with a mellow finish moderate astringency and a medium body . the taste is all about hops . you can taste the freshness of the hops and the floral qualities come through in the flavor . there is light toast and distant caramel with a mild malt body balancing the pervasive hop flavor . there is no harshness sourness resiny hop bite here . it s very smooth . the bitterness is also mild to moderate and floral as well . there is a faint suggestion of oxidation in the form of wet cardboard towards the end but thankfully it s very weak . otherwise there are no perceptable off flavors . pleasantly surprised by this one.i thought this was going to be another average pale ale but this very enjoyable .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear dark copper that shows ruby highlights when held up to the light . two finger off white head dissipates quickly lacing the glass on the way down . aroma is of oak and spicey perfumey hops . has a medicinal or solvent smell and taste . i could n t finish the glass i poured . i hope that i got a bad bottle because their stuff is usually pretty good .,aroma,0.3,0
poured into a deschutes snifter . a pours a bronze color with a thick pillow head . the beer is slightly hazy . as the head recedes it leaves a very thick layer of i m hesitant to call it lace behind . rather its so thick its more of a curtain than lace . very nice looking head . s this is not the most aromatic dipa i have ever smelled . in fact i m having a hard time picking out much of anything other than some hop and biscuity malt presence . t surprising in contrast to the smell . very piney and grassy with some grapefruit to provide the bitterness . the malt is definitely present but not overly sweet . m medium thick body with excellent carbonation . the bitterness on this beer especially the finish is very good . it really makes me feel like the taste i have in my mouth after i eat a grapefruit . fairly dry . the abv although not hot in my opinion as other have stated is definitely there and not masked but its blended in masterfully . o i think this a great beer . its a great example of the style . that being said this is not my first choice when it comes to dipa s . i would not be upset if sn made this a normal offering priced accordingly to the rest of their beers but i do n t think i would pay again considering the competition its up against . that being said its extremely well crafted .,aroma,0.4,0
pint .oz bottle . gold foil around the neck with the words imported printed several times diagonally across it . the red spaten logo also appears centered on the front . poured a clear very dark copper in color with a khaki colored head . decent aroma consisted of roasted malt toffee caramel and a hint of sweet spice . medium bodied mouthfeel . the taste is decent yet very uninspiring . not bad just bland . somewhat vinous finish . . alcohol is evident in the taste . as far as doppelbocks go optimator was a big let down for me primarily from a taste standpoint . i expected much more here .,aroma,0.8,1
a very light lemon pee yellow . lots of foamy head s it smells a bit airy but also just exactly like the spent mash from a batch of wort . it s not an unpleasant smell if you brew much . t a bit sour . more spent mash raw barley taste plus a hint of floral something . not bad . m a bit malty and not thin and watery at all . d the best non alcohol beer i ve had out of attempts in my life . this is better than some aal and aaa beers i ve had . if i lived in a dry county or someplace where alcohol is illegal i could imagine drinking this from time to time as a substitute .,aroma,0.8,1
bought at a local whole foods a the appearanc eof this beer is slightly darker than a coors or bud but still lighter than an ipa s the smell is very thin almost has a wine note to it . t again i am reminded of a white wine crisp and not terrbbly complex kind of a more savory heineken m the mouthfeel on this is a bit thin to my taste almost no lacing on the glass as opposed to a stout or ipa d now where this beer shines is its drinkability i could pound these down if im ever in germany and dont know what to order one of everything then i believe tis would be a safe bet and id definatley be interested to tr it on tap . i often wonder about the reviews foreign beers get i love some belgian beers but i just dont see much going on in this beer it kind of seems like a german coors but it has a b average here . i am attracted to beer because it can have big rich palates it can be big and bold with hops or malts or chocolate etc so this beer dint really do anything for me .,aroma,0.4,0
a three fingers worth fluffy airy slightly rocky cloud like head that is slightly off white in color . decent retention gives way to a thick yet delicate slightly creamy lace . the color is an orangish amber that is rather vibrant . heavily loaded with sediment presumably the orange and lemon peel . s holy citrus . freshly peeled orange . sweet lemon . there are also some piney christmas tree like notes . an absolute stellar aroma whose scent can be clearly discerned from feet away from the glass . t the unusual mix of lemon and pine combine to challenge the palette . those that are patient with it and are n t quick to juge will be justly rewarded . a bit of the alcohol induced heat can be noted on the finish . m medium bodied . moderately light and rather refreshing . a bit on the sharp side with prickly carbonation . works quite well for this offering . d a very nice unique offering from ithaca . i m not quite sure where this one shakes out in terms of style but it does n t really much matter as what results is a truly original refreshing brew . a bit of a sipper given both the assertive hops and abv . highly recommended and i ll gladly snatch another bottle or two if i see it again .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into the glass with a small head of foam almost non exsistant . the aroma was refreshing reminded me of paulaner s orginal munich lager . the taste came with an orangish bitterness upfront a tangy middle and a subtle dry finish . very nice mouthfeel the carbonation was n t overwhelming . pretty big bragging rights for being around since . i always wanted to try something from the world s oldest beer making establishment i was n t disappointed .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle from tiffany s in k zoo . purchased a few months ago on a road trip to bells and stored in my beer fridge . opens with a huge psst and starts gushing . oh no do we have an infected beer here . poured into my snifter it s beer and head . beer is reddish brown and the head is off white . it sticks around but does n t leave lacing . smells of sour cherry brown sugar nuttiness and failure . taste is more of the same this really reminds me of shorts pb j . no hint of scottish ale or wee heavy . this is clearly infected and really bad . mouthfeel is sparkly and like pop rocks on my tongue . drinkability is nonexistent . perhaps one of the worst beers i ve ever had infected or not . avoid at all costs i spent like on this bottle . oh well at least i did n t get a pack . down the drain with you dragonmead .,aroma,0.2,0
a clear deep orange amber color with off white head and light to moderate lacing . s mainly a malty scent . nothing much with hops going on . some light floral honey but smell is almost non existent the only disappointing thing about the beer . t m medium bodied very smooth . nice floral hop taste that is very well balanced with the malts . finishes semi dry with oily hop bitterness throughout . very good brew for rj . i ve had some better regular ipa s but this is fairly good for the style .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark like a winter sea on a new moon eve . porcelain colored head that is truly whipped cream in consistency . s no discernible smell comes from this beer . t roasted barley but weak and underwhelming for a stout . walnut and coffee notes . m light and watery for a stout . light carbona . i mean nitrogenation . medium body . o this stout does not impress me in the slightest its a low to mid range offering that lacks any depth of character and does n t have the fame or popularity of guiness id recommend avoiding this beer if you want anything of complexity if you want a sessionable easy to drink stout this might be your beer but its not mine .,aroma,0.4,0
it s funny how redhook can lessen the good beer styles to the point of such criticism but then the poor beer styles see much improvement . the beer begins with the standard medium straw color head formation that boarders on fizzy retention that quickly reduces to a trace along the edges and offers no lacing at all . looks like budweiser . aromas are surprisingly floral nectar like and a bit perfumy from the boquet of aromatic hops . these compliment the softer pilsner malt aromas and mask the grainy sharp sensation in the nose that usually accompany pilsner grains . flavors however begin to revert to the pilsner part malt part grain taste that are common in pale lagers and blonde ales . the hop flavor takes a back seat to the malts but do a decent job of rounding out the background flavors into a light fresh grass taste . not as thin to the mouth as you d think . the beer is a little fuller and rounder than your average light beer getting into german pilsner ranges . light acidic notes along with clean hop bittering gives the beer a crisp clean finish that compliments the grains well . the beer may be as nice of a light lager as any i have had . good job redhook now shore up the rest of your beers .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from bottle into sam adams glass a nice clear amber . white creamy head that dissipated after a minute . left some clingy patches on the glass . s smell is the best part of this beer in my opinion . strong scent of hops . reminds me of some other good intoxicating herbs . t bitter bitter with a slight sweetness and a dry finish . alcohol is hidden quite well for a beer with . . i really love this hoppy goodness . mf crisp and clean carbonation burn at a minimum . i would definitely drink this beer again . i imagine drinking this beer on hot summers day while mowing the lawn . stone brewing co. is quickly becoming one of my favorite brewers . wow,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear slightly tepid brown with a short vaguely creamy yellow white head . smells of pine sol and grapefruit . aroma loaded with lupulin . flavor is not too good . muddled sort of cardboardy hop flavor and bitterness gropes its way forward though a dry malt base . bitterness very dry and astringent . becoming even more so towards the finish almost overbearing . alcohol obvious and not complementary to the rest of the flavor . just too much bitterness with a poor almost weak flavor beneath . medium to full bodied . not a winner here . i feel badly because i sent one to a beer buddy of mine sorry konrad .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance is that of a typical porter . it pours jet black with a wicked beige head that leaves behind an ample amount of lace while the head dies down a bit into a nice thick froth . the smell on this one is incredible and leaves little to be desired . a lot of chocolate hits the nostrils as well as bitter espresso . some malt sweetness is discernible as well as some faint earthy tones . this is by far the best porter i have ever smelled thus far . the taste is not quite up to par here . it is a little thin and watery and places and i feel that the hop bitterness is a little cloying and inhibits the other flavors . other than the hops there is a strong dark chocolate flavor that adds to the bitterness but manages to impart some typical sweetness into the taste . the mouth feel is good plenty of carbonation here . drinkability is excellent for this brew . due to the abv being relatively tame it has all the characteristics for a session beer . the taste is pretty inoffensive and allows for this beer to be easy to partake in .,aroma,1.0,1
triumph hefeweisen appearance cloudy orange light brown with a foamy white head . smell bready with a light banana clove aroma . taste light malt balanced with wheat yeast . mouthfeel crisp not to watery not to cloying . overall probably one of the best hefeweisen s i ve ever had . went really well with the tofu stir fry .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into a pint glass . appearance pours a clear golden color with lots of visible bubbles . nice airy white head has great retention . smell i m really not getting much aroma off this . perhaps a hint of grasses but barely . taste nice malt taste with a light bit of citrus lemon and grasses . lacks that fresh cut grass taste but still good . some hops and bitterness in the finish and aftertaste . mouthfeel light to medium bodied has some decent viscosity and quite smooth . noticeable but fairly light carbonation . drinkability pretty tasty moderate abv . easy to drink . a nice pis from the west coast . not the best but the only craft one i can find here and it is pretty good . a bit too much bitterness in the aftertatste but nevertheless a good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . a it looks like a cola . there was no head whatsoever just a dark brown cola looking undercarbonated beverage . s smelled like caramel malts which i appreciated and let me hopefully anticipate the beer . t taste was off . it did n t taste like it smelled at all . it was definitely malty but had a very burnt taste . light woody aftertaste . m d very good sits well and fairly easy to drink once you get the first one down,aroma,0.8,1
fluffy rocky head holds firm and lasts a long while . it s the highlight of the beer s appearance but the glowing fire amber color is remarkable as well . big gobs of lace build up while the head gets into root beer float territory . big flowery hops dominate the aroma but it s not a hop wallop and it has a bit of sugary caramel sweetness backing it up . the more i smell the more i like . has a kind of dessert y lure to it . fresh and airy hops in the flavor a little pine resin with toasty malt and a gooey caramel real butter sweetness adding depth . good but seems to lack any real oomph or outstanding characteristics . this may be more the fault of the mouthfeel which is very light more watery than expected . it coats the mouth a little and has ample carb . fizziness but still feels way too thin . decent stuff but it did n t deliver what the looks and smell promised .,aroma,0.9,1
aroma worty . dark roasty malts . appearance pours a very thick light brown head . very difficult to see through . very little head . what head there was dissipated quickly . tiny bubbles . moderate lacing . flavor worty pumpkin very sweet a tad roasty . mouthfeel medium body . a bit on the dry side . little carbonation . overall interesting . definitely worth a try . this is totally my style though . delicious fresh worty taste some pumpkin and great mouthfeel . mostly sweet yet not overly so nice and mild bitterness element .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a cloudy yellow that reminds me of a lemon lime soda or a lemonade . s not much going on here . t tart as hell . i love it . it tastes like sucking on a lemon . every time i take a sip i finish with a weird puckering sound emanating from my lips . it snaps with a citric acid type of refreshment . finishes really dry yet has some sweet aspects to it as well . m light body . d exceptional . it s low in alcohol and high in flavor .,aroma,0.4,0
i let it sit for min before really getting into it . it pours complete with a healthy biscuit colored head into my snifter reaching a finger in height and sitting frozen for a considerable period of time . eventually this fades into a slight ring . the lace is an interesting mix of sticky webbing and viscous legging . the beer itself is the color of chocolate edged with ruby highlights . i am transfixed by the perfect balance of opacity and translucence . i can see into the very core of the beer but no further . an alluring appearance for sure . the nose is laced by an ashen smoky character . ashtray is n t an unfair description of what i pick up foremost . but this subsides and is enlivened into a round roasted maltiness . some tobacco leaf and hop finish it out . it s not a bright nose and not completely to my liking . the taste starts out with a nice chewy blend of coffeee and sweetish malts . it stays subdued true through the middle until the finish where enough malty complexity opens up to resemble a breaded smoked candied culinary treat . sweet tobacco and cocoa show up as well at the top of my mouth . only a hint of lactic sweetness towards the very end which turns quickly i love when a beer changes direction on a dime into a surprisingly bold bitter hop finish . the medium body finds its way into all crevices and deposits the leaf like bitterness of the hops . did i say unexpected . i thought sweet stouts favor round malted milkiness instead of sharp flavors and at first i am ready to deduct points . but then again . the chewy and well carbonated mouthfeel helps keep extremely tight reigns on the beer and combined with the smoky dryness this is a restrained affair . the first several sips i was not a big fan . now the glass is empty and i wish i had another to give this a fresh look . that is a compliment . again i am allured .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bottle into tulip glass a poured a nice orange gold with a head on fine white lacing s there was n t much going on at all in the aroma department . i was a bit disappointed . t spices definitely stand out here and are backed by some fusel alcohol notes and a slight burn m had a very bubbly mouthfeel d average drinkability but i really was n t too impressed by this one . probably would n t pay for it again . maybe it was just an off batch .,aroma,0.4,0
sampled on tap at the abc brewery in harrisburg pa . served in a standard pint glass . body is hazy golden yellow with minimal head . lots of foamy lace . intense sweet banana scent . very full bodied aroma . the flavor was not what i expected . quite spicy as one would expect from a hefe but it was not a traditional hefe spice profile . very tangy edge and something like cinnamon . not bad but it did n t grab me as great either .,aroma,0.9,1
extremely happy to finally see this bottled it s been about years since first trying it at a fest then waiting for this day . hazy saturated orange body effervescent carbonation rises from below . the offwhite eggshelll foam has a creamy texture and laces in delicate patterns against the glass . aroma is very fruit dominated and not by any single one . peach lemon starfruit lime mango . it s an intoxicating tropical melange . some contrasting oak and fresh yogurt notes are there too lending some harmonizing wild elements without getting too funky . flavor is moderately puckering tart and verging on lemony sour . some very light orange wafer cookie malt sweetness is there around the edges to contrast with dry tannic bitterness in the finish . carbonation is light yet scrubs the palate clean . hop elements are present though indistinct in the mix lending some possible leafy orange tea notes and residual bitterness . dry hopping lends to the aroma only though not the taste . le terroir is a unique wild ale fruit forward and quenching only moderately tart . should appeal to a wide audience without losing any street cred .,aroma,1.0,1
a orange honey tint little head no aparent carbonation looks thick and syrupy um and filled with hops . s amarillo hops sweet smell of caramel hints of vanilla aka lots of malts . not as strong on the hops i would n t mind a little more dry hopping to get more aroma i mean it is a double ipa . t wooo hopapollza very piney at first hints of floral hops it finishes out very citrusy and lots of grape fruit . not as much malt as in the smell but i like that there is some sweet malt but not much . personally i think thats good in a double ipa to much malt and i m like where the hops . m its thick but the carbonation is pretty prevelate gives the hops better taste by not making it as thick . defenetly not as thick as i though while i was pouring it . almost not burn from the alcohol so this might be dangerous . o solid double ipa has some great quality the sweet malt is honey ish and works well with the more floral citrus . kind of reminds of union jack . anyhow still bit price but i might get it again .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle poured into a oz czech pilsner glass . appearance it pours a curious light amber with an ample fluffy head that takes time to dissipate . i noticed an above average carbonation . left a considerable amount of lacing on the glass . smell there is some notable hops not overwhelming and not much else . taste the taste is quite curious as i sipped away it at first tasted like a mild ale and about halfway through the bitterness asserted itself like a pale ale . as i swallowed though it had an interestingly creamy finish not unlike a cream ale . i was so intrigued that i sipped again and got the same reaction . i was astonished that characters of different ales were present in one brew . mouth feel surprisingly light it felt like a lager in my mouth . drinkability high with a light body and complex flavors it is definitely worth trying again .,aroma,0.6,1
a firstly it comes with the words amber ale printed on the bottle which clearly it can not be . slightly burnt corn yellow . no head it might have been enamel colored but it took off running . ive seen better head retention on carbonated water . s smells like the egyptian wing of the metropolitan museum of art . honestly im not kidding . kinda like stale paper almost like a library . nothing classically beer like . t light and adjunct tasting . slightly like corn on the cob and whole wheat bread . no hop character to speak of . slight sweetness and it seems under attenuated . its not awful just not very present in any sense of the word . very watered down . m light body and over carbonated . o at cents this beer wasnt awful i bought it mainly for the look and thickness of the bottle homebrewer . its too watered down to be anything close to competitive with even the big macro brews . i would choose them over this only because i fear what probably went into this beer being an import from russia . but that didnt stop me from drinking the whole thing . abv is a bit weak in general but this couldnt have gotten me tipsy if i drank a gallon bucket full .,aroma,0.2,0
admittedly i really dislike this style . a very clear beer obviously lagered to its full length leaving this one practically see through . bone white head . s moldy grain husk smell . almost as if using a septic system near pasture . not good . t starts with potential and drops off in a hurry in the middle . i guess grain is what i taste but honestly i dont taste much . m leaves a dryness on the tongue but the flatness of taste and abrupt ending doesnt carry any flavor over the mouth in any experiential sort of way . particularly because the abv is over you wouldnt know . d i could see drinking this at oktoberfest for hours . and getting drunk .,aroma,0.2,0
has a lovely appearance of two fingers of light fluffy head which retains quite well . the body is clear and copper in color . the aroma is light and a little metallic . there is a slight toffee hint here too . a nice english style ale in that it has the tea like dominance along with a leathery and slightly fruity finish . nice and crisp but still complex for a lower abv beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured in my duvel tulip a pours a dark cherry red but is black in the tulip about a finger and a half of mahogany head that sticks around for a bit not very much lacing from it . s big aroma of cherry juice some apple juice molasses malts just a great smell . t a nice balance of molasses licorice malts some cherry . a bit boozy at first sip but definitely smooths out . goes down smooth and hides the . abv well . m smooth mouthfeel with a little bit of oil but i like it . d wow i really like this maybe it is just the excitement of finally getting it but i definitely want more than the pack i have hopefully can pick up another pack before it is all gone .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a us tumbler pint glass . a the beer is a pale yellow color with a short white head that fades quickly and leaves a very thick lace on the glass . s the aroma contains light malts some adjuncts and little bit of hops . t the taste starts out with some honey and light malt sweetness followed by some breadiness from the thin malt character and lager yeast . the hops presence is very mild but brings some balance . the after taste is slightly sweet . m crisp and a little smooth light body medium carbonation finish is clean . d a little flavorful goes down easily not too filling mild kick decent representation of style its not a beer i would drink too much of unless my choices were very limited .,aroma,0.3,0
plain brown bottle stating that it is a banquet beer . very light smell of rice and malt . not a lot of hops presence anywhere . for an american adjunct lager this is a pretty good one refreshing but lacks any interesting characteristics .,aroma,0.4,0
just got this in the labatt brewmaster s collection autumn . did some research and this seems to have been re branded as red lager . a deep ruby with moderate but quickly dissolving head and pretty lacing . s i was taken aback by a very alcoholic smell booziness definitely dominated any other intended aroma t now thats what i m talking about . delicious rich flavor classic lager taste with a smooth cream finish . i could get used to this . m i ll get derided for this but i like a bubbly beer and this was quite carbonated . overall i really like this and it figures to be an early candidate for the highlight of the pack . for those interested it also contains a marzen porter and brown ale . a snappy presentation and a fantastic product like this make me wonder why the horrendous labatt bleu is their flagship product . i guess every beer has its audience but i worry that this beer will be overlooked because of labatt s prestige or lack thereof . but between this and their terrific canadien ale labatt does offer something in the way of flavor . give it a try .,aroma,0.4,0
apperance is n t impressive in any respect . the head is all but dissapered and the lacing almost dissapears right away . the color is the clear yellowish color you would find in many macros . i can barely smell anything but i do smell a little something without malts and no hops but a funny off flavor is in the smell . taste is n t horrible for a macro it does n t leave a crap taste in your mouth and the nose is n t crappy tasting . mouthfeel reminds me of ice water even though it was warmed . not impressive but not off putting . i will keep this one as my session beer .,aroma,0.2,0
has a nice copper appearance with a strong ivory coloured head that lasts . has a light hop aroma . moderate carbonation with a silky mouth . starts off on the palate with a malt flavour and finishes with a nice hoppy taste both bitter and floral . ibu,aroma,0.6,1
the rogue i pa poured a murky amber color with no head on it . the smell was inviting with a firm hop character w great citrus notes . the taste was absolutely horrible the beer was completely flat and had a watery taste to it . the hop aftertaste was unpleasant and more sour than bitter . this beer was not at all drinkable and i found myself having to ditch the contents . looking at other reviews my bottle may have been contaminated or packaged improperly but it is worth noting that not all of these bottles come out the same .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into a mug . appearance probably the most colourless beer i ve ever poured . in the glass it s a hazy golden white color like natural fresh lemonade but it s more clear than any witbier i ve ever had . smell has a light aroma of spices cloves coriander pepper etc . yeast and a bit of mild citrus . taste really tastes like water with a bit of what and yeast flavors stirred in . just a mild hint of spices and virtually no citrus . aftertaste is mostly a bit of coriander on the tongue . mouthfeel too light bodied wateryfor a witbier . light but certainly noticable and slightly tingly carbonation . drinkability really not much different than drinking water with a bit of spices and carbonation . nothing obviously wrong here but this is probably the most boring beer i ve had without it tasting bad . while pouring it looks like water . everything about it just seems diluted . it s kind of an exicting moment when you get a bit of orange peel in the taste . it s kind of not so exiting when you realize that you still have another oz . of this left to drink .,aroma,0.7,1
d oh . had such high hopes for this offering from harpoon . pours a dark brown as you d expect in a chocolate and the aroma is pure chocolate . like smelling a vat of melted hershey s . unbelieveable aroma . really hoped that the taste would match but no . falls very flat . slight chocolate taste very light cocoa notes but if it were n t for the nose i would n t be sure this is a chocolate . maybe harpoon will refine the taste as it evolves if they keep it as an option cause not there yet . southern tier choklat and rogue choc stout still the best two chocolates by far .,aroma,0.9,1
single slim slender . oz bottle copped from buy rite on oak tree in south plainfield . limited edition brewed in . pours a hazy cloudy very murky dark amber color with a nicely sized foamy and frothy head that included a slight bit of carbonation before receding and leaving a fair amount of lacing . the aroma was very rich and sweet bursting with strong candied sugars sweet caramel vanilla and cream . the taste was way too sweet to be truly enjoyable . the flavor was literally bursting with candied sugars and ultra sweet caramel that made this beer near impossible to drink even after already downing a few . mouthfeel was thick rich and creamy and extremely sweet . overall drinkability was rather poor due to the excessive sweetness associated with this brew as well as the cloying ultra sugar laden flavor . not my favorite barleywine for sure .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle marked best before april obtained from bierkraft brooklyn . hazy chestnut hued minimal head lightly carbonated . aroma is unusual and very pleasant something akin to meadowland following a spring shower blended with a peatiness and cooked vine fruits . smooth on the palate lack of fizz makes for good drinkability taste is malty and piney with some warming alcohol notes in evidence . smooth slightly chewy finish comparable to sampling certain doppelbocks . interesting and enjoyable with excellent drinkability potential dangerously so . .,aroma,1.0,1
source serving oz . bottle . smell sweet wet red apples with toasted crackers . very nice sherry character to it with a hint of a woody edge . taste smooth rich caramel with a pear liquor note up front . in the middle its rich and boozy with heavily toasted sweet fruit . has a really nice level of sweetness sweet enough for the style but not cloying at all . the finish has some alcohol and is whiskylike . notes smooth and well integrated flavors . delightful .,aroma,0.9,1
a thick white head on a prettty clear golden copper body . nice thick lacing that sticks to side of glass . s huge grapefruit and pine hops sweet malt body underneath with just a hint of alcohol . the pine really comes through nicley . t not sure if it s the bottle or the beer but it is really weak after what the aroma would suggest . grapefruit comes through a bit along with a pine flavor . malt body slowly comes in and gives a back to it . the holds leave a decent size bitterness to it . the more i drink the more i realize its just a horrible mouth feel and not the flavor . m medium body with what feels like low to no carbonation . just does n t support the flavors what so ever . d it is ok besides the mouthfeel . it really just kills the beer all around .,aroma,0.9,1
i feel like homer simpson right now . mmm . . chocolate . the first smell after opening the oz bottle was a bit hoppy with a hint of coffee similar to the shakespeare stout . a deeper breath and the smell of chocolate broke through quite clearly . when poured in a pint glass it looked the part with an opaque brown body topped with a rough brown head . the taste is dominated by the presence of chocolate . because of the strong flavoring other tastes are a bit hard to distinguish . i can detect a bit of coffee and burnt toast . quite dry and a tad too harsh in the mouthfeel department i think . it left me wishing for more maltyness and a smoother and sweeter body . this is definitely not to be chugged but sipped and allowed to coat your throat and tongue as it goes down .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at the draughthouse came with a free hops grain pint . alt eration pours with a deep chestnut brow body beneath a well retained light khaki head . great nose on this altbier . it s a malt bomb with brown and nutty malts leading the way but balanced nicely by a delicate herbal hoppiness . slight fruit note reminiscent of banana bread . very mild fragrance overall but perfectly to style . the flavor has a straightforward bitterness about it that s earthy and green on the tongue . caramel toffee maltiness is clean and somewhat spicy on the finish . the spritzy body is nicely carbonated but feels a bit too thin on the back end . a minor nit pick for an all around excellent altbier . perfect for the cool austin weather this time of year .,aroma,1.0,1
poured clear amber with a persistent frothy white head . kept good carbonation until it was all gone . smelled like it would be light and refreshing . not strongly hoppy not at all malty or sweet . taste was very good and very much what i would expect from a abv beer . not at all offensive very light and clean tasting . it is very good cold after a warm day outdoors pretty much the opposite of old foghorn .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a oz pilsner glass appearance crystal clear light brown tan color with quite a bit of carbonation . pours a finger head with trace amounts of lacing smell yeast and malts with a rather powerful skunky aroma . i can also smell some citrus and cooked corn notes as well . it s an offensive smelling combination to say the least taste it s got a very yeasty and mild citrus flavors as well as some slight floral hops and sweet malts . this tastes alot better than it smells which i was n t expecting mouthfeel it s a fairly light bodied beer and the carbonation is not too intense . it s not smooth or creamy but it s a pretty easy pilsner to drink regardless . overall it s a pretty average pilsner that tastes better than it smells and it s fairly easy to drink . there are better pilsners out there but it s a clean yet unremarkable pilsner .,aroma,0.3,0
opaque black color just as every single dark horse stout but with a thin and quickly diminishing light tan head . espresso and chocolate aromas with hints of vanilla roast and brownies quite the vibrant little blend of malt aromatics . flavor has some oxidation just like the aroma but this is also a example . body is slightly undercarbonated and it is thin but not watery . slightly bitter and astringent malt but still decadent and enjoyable with chocolate and cream flavors . quite the treat .,aroma,0.9,1
consumed poured in to a pint glass a this beer pours a murky milk chocolate brown . a inch of khaki colored head sits on top . head disappears immediately and leaves no lacing to speak of . s nose is boozy . under the booze you can pick out a bit of caramel and toffee . t taste is extremely boozy as well . caramel toffee and molasses give a real sweetness to the middle of this . some raisin mingles in . m medium body medium carbonation chewy feel with a sticky finish . d goes down ok big kick somewhat filling ok representation of style . i would n t grab this one again in the future as the booze is a bit too much for me .,aroma,0.3,0
on tap the brewpub poured into an awesome goblet another bar tender recommendation . the description lists this a russian imperial stout finished with pounds of locally roasted coffee . the beer pours dark brown with a light tan head not much to look at . the aroma is pretty nice roasted coffee dominates as you can imagine but this is fairly bounced some bitter chocolate and a little coffee . the taste does n t translate the balance as it is totally dominated by the roasted coffee . that is sometimes ok but the coffee comes across as day old so it is n t appealing . too one noted as well making this a touch boring and a difficult sipper . the feel is really light and does n t help add any depth to this . not a ris worth trying unless you love day old black coffee .,aroma,0.8,1
xs series flip top version . pours clear deep amber in color with very little head . aroma of caramel sweet malt some alcohol mild nuttiness and not much of a hop component . wow flavor is suprising given a fairly unassuming aroma . a pretty decent to heavy hop bitterness gives way to a fabulous hop backbone and a floral hop flavor with slight spiciness and maybe a hint of pepper . mouthfeel is very nice with plenty of carbonation to break up the slickness of such a big beer . finishes bitter and suprisingly dry . not being a fan of barleywines i was really impressed with this ale . very tasty and easy to drink for such a big beer . the hop bitterness is pretty high and might affect drinkability for some but i find it necessary to keep the sweetness in check .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a red brown with very little head that disapears leaving no lace . smells kind of like homemade bread . taste is malty litle hop presence in the finish . the taste is best sumerized as sweet maltiness kind of reminiscent of an ale . i like this beer it is not to watery nor is it to thin . substantial carbonation made the mouth feel enjoyable . this is a good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle labeled as . abv not . as listed here . picked this up in boulder co. not available here in wichita . appearance this beer poured a crystal clear amber copper color . the dense rocky head rose up easily to three fingers and settled very slowly . it was very sticky and left a lot of lace behind on the side of the glass . smell nice aromas of roasted malts . very bread and cracker like . it had a little bit of sweetness and fruitiness to it as well . not much else and not too complex but it had nice depth and smelled good . mouthfeel medium bodied getting close to edging towards full bodied . mouthfilling and coating . nice and smooth becoming fuzzy on the back of the tongue . taste sweet malt assaulted the tongue to the point of being cloying . it lingered a long long time until it left an oddly sweet aftertaste in the mouth . underneath lay an herbal and medicinal flavor along with a strange sourness . overall this was just odd and muddled .,aroma,0.8,1
looks like processed apple juice with fizz and has a strong head . i have a difficult time placing the smell of this one it almost smells metallic and chemically . taste is n t all that bad up front is that metallic chemical taste but it makes up for it with a nice wheat aftertaste . mouthfeel is nothing to brag about similar to a bud or labatt . i live in upstate ny so this beer is fairly cheap since i m close to the border . i can see myself drinking a few of these if i m on a tight budget .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a slightly hazy darkish amber with very nice off white head . the head seems to last quite awhile and even lingers toward the bottom of the glass . smells of ham light pork scent of bacon basically any kind of smoke cured meat you can think of . i ca n t tire of the aroma from this beer just plain awesome . there s also some aromas of burnt wood kind of like after a bonfire finally goes out . reminds me of a summer campfire bbq . tastes similar to taste with some bitterness towards the end after some sweet crystal malt character . light in mouthfeel but bitterness is rather even balanced with the smoked malts . overall a great smoke beer . i would believe this one is a tad lighter in smoke character than some of the brewery s similar offerings . this one goes excellent with pork chops sauerkraut . yummy . . .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance it looks a little light but not too light more of a amber color to it . i poured from a bottle to a oz glass and the head of the beer is the best appearence almost a yellow frothy look . smell the smell is another one of my favorite parts about it . i can smell mangos i think . taste ok at first it is a little bitter but once it settles it has a great full flavor tast to it . i can definitely tast a sweetness as if the beer is made with fruits along with the hops and barley . mouthfeel just average no other way i can put it . drinkability this beer is to be sipped for sure . im gon na drink this very slowly .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a white birch chalice with about a half inch head that quickly disappears . the body is pitch black of course with a tan colored head . smell is mostly of coffee and burnt not much else . so far this is about what i was hoping for a slightly above average beer . the taste is a huge drop off . it tastes like bitter coffee only . i realize coffee is an inherently bitter beverage but this tastes like the coffee was maybe boiled or harshly roasted only speculation . either way not a great taste . the mouthfeel is also lacking in the creaminess i have come to expect from having so many great imperial stouts . it is instead aggressively sharp in carbonation . factoring in the price as well i will definitely pass on this one in the future . finishing this one will be chore enough .,aroma,0.7,1
received from ba talisker as a generous gift . plus three other beers to be had later . presentation oz bottle with no freshness code but has vintage on the neck label . poured into my full sail pint glass . appearance murky reddish brown in hue . inch head upon pour with a light ring afterwards . very light lace trails left behind . smell granted it does n t smell like a dipa to me but it smells more like an english barleywine which i love . super rich caramel scent with a minor in the hops dept . taste sweet and bready caramel malt flavor with a light faded and muted pine hop taste . mouthfeel thicker chewy and sinewy . medium carbonation level . slightly creamy going down as well . suprising bitter aftertaste considering you ca n t taste the hops while drinking . drinkability good tasting beer for what it has become . big hoppy monster after a year of aging becomes big malty monster . tastes pretty good this way but i would loved to have had some hop action to go with it .,aroma,0.9,1
served in a karmeliet tulip glass . a a very pretty beer . pours up a medium frothy head with little lacing . a gorgeous honey gold color . it literally looks like honey through the glass . s slight wheat and oats . hops make a very subtle presence . not a potent odor but quite pleasant . t interesting . a slight honey taste with a malty finish . a bit of flowery character . a mild bitter aftertaste . it is good not great though . alcohol is detectable but not powerful . m at first i thought it was too highly carbonated and frothed up in my mouth intensely acting astringently on my tongue . but after a few minutes it died down a lot and revealed a smooth thin drink that is very refreshing . still a bit frothy though . d i ca n t put my finger on it . there is something amazing about this beer . i keep wanting it . looking at what i said i agree with all with all of it and it seems complete . yet somehow there is something left out . this beer is excellent and the rating does n t do it justice . i know this beer it good but it is also not the best i ve had yet i have a feeling that in the future i would choose it over many beers i ve rated higher .,aroma,0.6,1
produces two finger thick head in my chalice which is tan in color . body is brown caramel and quite murky . lacing totally coats the glass . aroma is metallic and cherry upfront . floral and sweet bread like too . slight hint of sourness not funky and is countered with vanilla . tastes woody and vanilla immediately . turns into sharp brisk herbal flavor in the end . feels full chewy and coarse . slight warmness from the alcohol . finishes dry with no oily residue . a very well rounded belgian dark ale . complex warming and inviting .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance the pour is opaque black with a large creamy tan head . aroma the nose has a tremendous roasty blend of fruity medium roast coffee lactose and brown sugar . taste could a brewery brew a beer for me that tastes like this one smells . apparently kona ca n t . what a let down . it s still an okay porter but all of the roasted malts meld to a much less complex flavor profile than i was anticipating . the lactose and coffee albeit a more generic coffee than what was in the aroma are still in here as is a slight astringency but it s not blowing me away . this year is a historically bad one for kona coffees . they are showing much less kona character than usual . i do n t know how that would affect the beer s flavor profile but not the aroma but i d like to hope for their sake it s an excuse . mouthfeel it s medium bodied and roasty with plenty of carbonation and a thin watery finish . drinkability how does a beer that smells so great taste so ordinary .,aroma,0.9,1
pours amber with fine bubbled carbonation and a quickly dissipating head . if the color is n t enough of an indicator it s immediately apparent that this is n t really a bock by pouring viscosity alone . big giant dms hit immediately after the pour . blech . once that clears there s a salty caramel corn component which is a little better . i do n t smell any hops and do n t really expect much with this style but some hint of german noble hops would be nice . what is there reminds me of rotting seaweed at the ocean . flavor is primarily toasted caramel in nature with a little corn sweetness and maybe a hint of roast . tough to tell . there s really not much to work from and this completely pales in intensity to a true ator class bock . mouthfeel is thin as it should be for an amber lager but way too thin for a true german style bock . i remember being unimpressed when i had one of these in san antonio and thinking to myself this is a bock . it s drinkable albeit pretty boring . like a standard american lager with caramel coloring added . this bock is a gelding in comparison to the real deal .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance light clear body with weak carbonation and no head . smell a singular whiff of grain is all to be had on the nose of this one . taste i was surprised to find a mild hop kick in there . otherwise typical of the style . it tries to get sweet at the end but to little avail . mouthfeel several other bas were commenting on the great carbonation here but nary a fizz came out of my can . i thought this was very bland in the mouth . drinkability the tinge of hops saves this one from a solid . comments im all over the board on this one . ill rewrite the review if any of the other cans show improvement .,aroma,0.3,0
edit grabbed the last bottle from the shelf good sign . still heavy carbonation out of the bottle but manageable raises a couple fingers of nice rocky head . leaves light patchy lacing down the glass . looks great clear burnt orange harvest orange color that has hints of brown . tons of bubbles . smells has some vague fruity esters lemons a hint of pepper almost a hint of tea leaves . taste is a light and springy the lemons mix with a slight breadiness pepper notes jive with a hint of earthiness a herbaceous hops quality leaves a slight drying in the finish . a little light on the body . not too bad though . upon re drinking i can gladly up the score a bit but still feel there are better saisons out there . this is one is unique in coloring but i feel fails to deliver in complexity of flavors . light drinking and an excellent option for summertime and decks . another good brew from driftwood .,aroma,0.6,1
i really liked this amber . it came out in the glass with a nice copper color . not much head but good lacing . it had a very pleasing scent nice and clean with a great malt hop balance and kind of reminded me of a fruit and nut chocolate bar . good taste again a very nice malt hop balance . it goes down smooth and is well worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a thick and dark red brown with little head at all . maybe a finger of head off of a not very gentle pour . the aroma is a variety of differnet malts with a very slight spicy scent that i could n t identufy . the taste is thick and malty . much more complicated than the smell . light and slightly plain for a winter warmer . this has loads more flavor than the usual sam adams flavors . the thick taste coats the tongue and prevents quick drinking but the taste is good and compared to many winter warmers i ve had . is sessionable . i wish it came in it s own six pack because it s a pain to have it packaged with other stuff i do n t reall like .,aroma,0.6,1
pours with a nice bright white rocky head . the foam is long lasting produces some nice lace . the carbonation is correct for style . overall a pretty beer . the aroma is composed of citrus and yeast . i detect the slight prenence of hops in the aroma . the flavor is slight on the front of the tongue but the hops are prevelent on the back of the tongue . both the malts and hopes shine through in the aftertaste . in short great taste . mouthfeel and drinkability are spot on .,aroma,0.6,1
clear amber color with a frothy finger slightly off white head . excellent retention and lacing . nose is not what i expected . quite lacking especially in the hop department . slight spicy leathery notes with a little pale malt . the flavor is a perfect representation of the name minus it saying ipa on the bottle . again lacking a bit of a hop characteristic . but everything else is great . nice spicy and earthy rye notes with mild fruit and a touch of citrus . nice balance . mouthfeel is light bodied with a mild zesty spiciness crisp with medium carbonation . overall it s a nice very drinkable beer . lacking in hop notes and characteristics for an ipa but good . they need bottle dates to determine if that s the reason for the lack of hops . i do recommend this for the nice rye spiciness and earthiness that is really nice .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a growler from new holland on . opened on poured into a new belgium snifter . although it sounded incredibly intriguing on pour it underwhelmed a little pouring a deep ruby red with very little tan head surprising for a beer based on such strong mexican flavors . smell surprisingly sweet with a bit of cocoa body like i said it seemed surprisingly light and it continues through the body although it s not for lack of flavor . incredibly savory on the front end mixes of cocoa honey and malts while the finish is dry and spicy bringing forth flavors of the variety of chilis . mouthfeel a little tricky . i d say medium on the frontend but lingers for awhile . drinkability more than a sipper but too many flavors to go down easy . i ca n t imagine drinking anything before or after this seems to overwhelm any prior tastes and wrecks the palate for anything subtle after . delicious complex beer that has it s time and place .,aroma,1.0,1
tasted by a pint at a local wetherspoon pub the capitol in forest hill se london . this beer is one of the jdw chain s x mas guest ales . served by a handpump w o a sparkler . a copper hue translucent ever lasting off white pillowy froth leaving fine tight lacing behind low carbonation . s citric fruity and mildly spicy hops reminiscent of goldings or its relatives backed by a layer of sour sweet amber malts . soothing not imposing but in need of more characters . t delicious hops and dark fruits come together fast ensued by top quality biscuity toffeeish maltiness and its pronounced aroma while a tinge of bitter nutty taste develops with growing dried leafy tea ish bitterness as a balancer at the back . the superbly lingering nutty aroma of malts is featured in the long finish . m d refreshing on the texture medium bodied although there s nothing x mas ish in the glass . this is a quaffable autumny best bitter with lengthy bitterness to offer .,aroma,0.6,1
. black with a big bubbly light brown head that settles in for the ride . the smell is smoky and earthy with fresh green plant aromas meeting campfire smells it s like the smell of nature living and nature dying in one wonderful pour . it s a very visceral and slightly disconcerting aroma and one you ll want to spend some time with . you get a big whiff of hops right away with pine and grapefruit probably from the simcoe hops and oranges probably from the amarillo and mint beats me showing up but it s clear there s something dark and different in this beer as well . it s exciting . the taste is smoother than the inner thighs of a well traveled cowboy . the hops show up to play but they re kept in check by the rich chocolate and espresso flavors from the malt . this is a big beer at . abv and ibus most american ipas are to ibus but if i did n t know that i could drink a lot of this quickly before it caught up to me . i may or may not have done that anyway . the hops actually seem kind of restrained in the taste which does n t sound like stone but as i said this is a super hoppy beer evidenced by a faint numbness in the mouth after a few big swallows it s just got a bunch of roasted malt character too to keep the hops from freaking you out . the malt and hops hook up again in the finish with quenching pine and charcoal notes . read the full review at http vittlesandbrews.blogspot.com,aroma,1.0,1
i received a bottle and a glass at an area restaurant . i poured the beer into the glass and it was rich and black . i tried smelling the beer and i got chlorine . i think this was leftover from the restaurant staff cleaning the glass so i wo n t rate the beer s smell poorly . i could taste sweetness roasted malts and a coffee like flavor . the beer had a milky feel to it and went down nicely .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a clear golden almost orange color with almost zero head and carbonation . lots of sour funk upon popping the cork . great sour funkiness with sour apples and pears . also get some very floral notes as well . taste is very apple forward with great lemon flavors . the flatness on the carbonation is really turning me off from this beer though . it makes me sad because this beer would be amazing with some good carbonation . this drink more like a wine i m not a big wine fan . it does finish dry and nicely sour though . drinkability is not very high due to this carbonation factor .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a stemmed tulip deep gold body that s translucent but hazy with three fingers of beautiful cloud like white head nucleation out the wazoo . smell is beautifully complex bright like i just walked into an herb garden really picking up on the rosemary floral notes that are big but gentle something kind of savory like oregano maybe some basil or mint notes in there . i wish my olfactory vocabulary was better developed there s so much going on here . slightly earthy undertone with a subtle spritz of lemon too . seriously this is fantastic i do n t think i ve ever smelled a beer like it . taste is strongly herbal too with a lot of the same notes carrying strong . the more savory herbs pick up some steam in the flavor as well as creating a little bitterness that s slightly citric like chewing on pine needles . the herb flavors are really fresh palpable here you can almost distinguish them one by one . finishes pretty dry bitter . there s a savory kind of meaty character in the aftertaste that s dare i say umami . medium bodied pretty soft feel but with a kick that zaps different parts of the mouth . drinkability s difficult the initial wow at the complexity of this one leads to some fatigue with the strong flavor profiles . very enjoyable but a little goes a long way . i d definitely try this again but maybe recommend splitting even a oz . bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle into an oversized wine glass . appearance pours a very nice hazy rust color . the head on this beer is unbelievable . thick and bubbly . it looks like rising bread dough . naturally it leaves a thick persistent lacing . smell strong grapefruit was the only thing that really hit me . nothing to write home about on the nose . taste wow . an outstanding american ipa . the hops kick you in the teeth with grapefruit and a bit of pine but the finish is extremely smooth and balanced with some bready malt . mouthfeel very effervescent . nice and fizzy which compliments the grapefruit hops nicely . drinkability overall one of the better american ipas i ve had recently . at . abv it s not quite an optimal session beer but i could see myself easily having or in a row . i love the bitterness but it goes down so smooth . once again i ve got to hand it to sierra nevada .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a new belgium tulip . bottle may . a pours a ruby red with a high amount of foam . s an overwhelming new wood smell with a soapy clean smell. t initial thoughts are this tastes like a x . a fresh cut new wood smell . there is some almond that comes through near the end . the alcohol is heavy near the finish . m d once you can get past the in your face x smell and flavors you can get a feel for the base for this beer which is also not very good . i tried real hard to find some enjoyment in this beer but i was n t having it .,aroma,0.7,1
this one poured a glowing dark brown burgundy with a thin yellowish head that looked rather nice in a tulip . smelled of black liquorish tootsie rolls smooth oats and sweet barley . there was also this organic smell that i identified as an old mossy log that just got split open . my buddy called it a hike on a fall day . this smell is really on the money and superbly enjoyable . tasted honey sweet with dark malts and dark fruits that fades into a smoky birch bark and a really dirty lime or rhubarb sourness . finishes with some coffee that picks up a little chocolate as it dwindles . the mouth feel is medium to heavy bodied with very small bubbles . it just sort of felt heavy and dry and didnt seem to interact with my palate sort of like a distant conversation with a stranger . i would have liked something with a little more substance in the mouth feel but overall this was a pretty good sipper its mossy smell being its highlight .,aroma,1.0,1
big thanks goes out to johngalt for this as part of his very generous box . bottle from batch poured into globe . a pours black as night with a very large foamy khaki colored head . about half of the glass filled with foam . as it settled it left incredible and delicate lacing . s the initial aroma is a very young oak . has an oxidative feature also cardboard . the roast is barely there much more booze and chalkiness and wood . has a hint of soy as well . t m boozy and full of molasses . damn this is sweet full of raisins plums and brown sugar . again the woody component is very young and much like fresh sawdust . finishes with some alcohol hear which just perpetuates the sweetness . carbonation is smooth at a moderate level within a medium full body . o myself and person i shared with thought this was an overhyped disappointment . not disgusting but not something i will actively seek out again .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to korguy for this one . poured into the dfh snifter glass . a pours a very deep ruby color with a one finger tan head . nice lace sheeting down the side of the glass . s a really interesting mix i get a strong strawberry aroma mixed with a heavy caramel smell . there is also a nice hop citrus aroma in the middle some tangerine maybe . t the caramel is much heavier on the taste than the smell . there is a nice hop kick in the middle that lingers into the finish . also get hints of brown sugar . m d full bodied and no hint of the whatsoever . overall a really nice beer very drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
served on nitro tap into a shaker glass at pratt street ale house . a very dark brown almost black with nice creamy khaki colored head . s mostly chocolate aroma with oats not very strong aroma though t lots of bitter chocolate oats roasted malts and strong bittersweet vinegar aftertaste m very creamy lighter bodied for the style o good flavor very creamy and highly drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a light amber color quick disappearing head first sniff was extremely flowery . taste was fine malty fruity and sweet very pleasant sweetish aftertaste . the taste was perfectly fine but i ca n t get past that initial aroma . it was almost like my grandma s worst perfume .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle shared by mike agentzero . served in a russian river tulip . a pours with a finger of quick dissolving white foam that settles to a thin cap and thicker collar leaving behind a few spots of lace . lightly hazed pale copper body . s very strange herbal smell with grass and vegetables as well . light citrus in the periphery and a bit of faint malt as well . t taste is more like hardcore ipa or even i hardcore you . icing sugar malt backbone with faint tropical fruit hop character . better than the aroma but suffers from a strange peppery finish . minimal bitterness . m medium carbonation gritty medium body super dry finish and well hidden alcohol . d yikes . the aroma is terrible while the taste is like a worse version of hardcore ipa which i think is a component of this beer . i feel bad for prince william hope he did n t drink these . i do n t think i d drink a whole bottle even if it contained real viagra may as well just drop some pills in some two hearted ale or something .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark golden amber color with a whitish creamy head that subsides quickly to thin film it s relatively hazy with a lot of sediment floating around . very vibrant fruity floral aroma with a hint of peat grain and sweet caramel malt . all these blend perfectly together to make a fantastic aroma . certainly the best aspect of this beer . it tastes very much like the aroma fruity berry white grape flavors with a little herbal spiciness . some dry bready flavors with hints of sweet caramel . the flavors are n t as rich as the aroma would suggest . i like it but i wish it had the depth of the aroma . it s smooth creamy with low carbonation . light dryness . a really nice beer overall . i genuinely enjoyed it but i only with the flavors were richer .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle into a portsmouth tulip . the beer is a ruddy amber brown with very slim glowing orange edges . the pour produces a thick frothy white head that fades quickly but leaves behind a generous amount of foamy bubbly lacing . the smell is raisins plums maybe some dark chocolate and caramel followed by a sweet syrupy alcohol . there is an unpleasant metallic component to the sweetness and there is not much complexity . the taste is better than the smell but not much . the dark fruits are present but a bit over ripe . they are sharp and almost too sweet . the dark chocolate is more present in the flavor than the nose but the caramel is overpowered by the alcohol sweetness . the beer is too carbonated for the style and it makes the beer feel too light . the alcohol overpowers the other qualities of the beer and it s not something that i really want to finish .,aroma,0.4,0
i had this on tap at the shannon rose in clifton before i went to a movie . a it came in a huge oz glass and no head appeared when the server brought it to me . the color is a light orangeish amber with a bit of cloudiness to it not completly clear but still easily able to see through the glass . s yeah there are apricots in there accompanied by other citrus fruit smells slight hoppiness and a bready aroma . t tastes real sweet . almost like a candied dry fruit . the hops leave a little bitterness at the end but the sweetness of the fruit takes control over your mouth . the balance is not there at all and makes the beer hard to drink . m very thin bodied and i feel that the tap was not the best because i really did not get much carbonation . but this beer just leaves sweet overbearing candied fruit in the mouth . o i want to hope that this was the beer bars fault and not how the beer actually tastes . i am going to buy a singl e bottle just to compare it to . i hope that i have a better experiance with this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle poured into a mug . appearance pours a hazy and very dark amber color . nice off white head is thick yet foamy and leaves a bit of lacing . smell nice mellow citrus and pine aroma along with some caramel . taste really hard to describe this one for some reason . fairly earthy malts not much outright sweetness but it is there with some grapefruit flavors coming out towards the finish . bitter caramel aftertaste . mouthfeel medium bodied and very smooth actually slick almost oily . very light on the carbonation i would have expected a bit more . drinkability abv is fine but the taste and mouthfeel leave a lot to be desired gets tiring trying to make it through the bottle . looked and smelled nice but ultimately a disappointing beer from green flash .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle split and poured into a sierra nevada tulip . abv no date . a clear golden yellow beer pours from the bottle . the tall pour creates a nice bone colored head that rises to two fingers and lowers without haste leaving thick patchy lace all over the glass . s it s got a surprisingly low nose for an ipa . nelson finally starts to open up but it may have well stayed low . the first thing i smell is an off putting burnt rubber aroma that continues to decline the more i smell it . a tiny hint of skunkiness appears in the back but it s definitely not an aroma i m font of in the least . beer smell is pretty absent here . t burnt rubber still pulls through into the flavor but is mostly hidden thank god by citrusy floral hops . a light and unintrusive caramel malt backing provides a sweet balance to the pine grapefruit and floral green hops . it still does n t amount to much in my book though . m nelson is medium bodied and smooth with a mellow bitterness to the finish . there is a twang of astringency from the burnt rubber on the finish that continues to be a little off . d meh . a very weak ipa this one is . rubber all over the place is a big turn off . it s still drinkable but i wo n t be looking to get it ever again .,aroma,0.4,0
went out to alpine to try this one they have been talking about it for a long time . poured into a tulip this beer has almost a violet hue to it with a fast building and faster fading head that completely disappears . the smell is extremely stong and pungent . smells very sour with malt vinegar cherry some very strong funkiness like week old gym socks . the taste is very sour with tart cherry and a citrus quality as well as a bit of bread . lighter bodied then i expected well cabonated and a lasting bite from the sourness . really enjoyed this one and the extremeness of the acidity and sourness .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at the map room . tap handle states year aged lambic . pours a deep clear amber yellow . a good skim of foam apears at first and settles fairly quickly . some larger bubbles appear in the center . aroma is earthy barnyard slight mustiness sour grapes . very traditional yet not as sharp as a fresh sample . it s not something that i would ever get tired of and found myself sniffing the glass at every opportunity . taste is mellow citrus raw honey tart with an earthy cheese in the finish . again the age downplays the sharp sourness found in a younger batch . very drinkable carbonation thins out quickly but tartness maintains it s refreshing attributes . it was definitely much better than the year old bottle of their gueuze i had a couple weeks ago . this was a rare treat .,aroma,1.0,1
ah the infamous cave creek chili beer saw it in the store and since they would let me buy a single i had to see how bad it could really be hell i even can find worth in some cheap malt liquors . poured it in a glass just for consistency and to give it a fair trial . pours a clear yellow beer with absolutely no head at all . smell is not skunked as i feared due to the clear bottle . clean pleasant scent of chili peppers . jalapeno scent with the characteristic slight tart scent that pepper has . i watched the food tv episode about this beer and i know that is a modified serrano chile pepper in there . additional scent of smoke is in here . i ca n t say it smells bad at all . taste is thin beer with a sharp hit of chile pepper taste . this is all chile pepper in flavor in fact . with the first swallow a pleasant fire warms my chest and stomach . gets hotter as you drink it but i have been eating hot peppers since birth so this probably is far too intense for someone that does n t eat hot peppers with most every meal including salsa on my eggs in the morning . still this is more a beer i would cook with than drink on a regular basis . taste is intense but not really bad in fact this made me hungry . mouthfeel is n t really there about the same as a light beer . more drinkable than i suspected i could see developing recipes for this and using it to make chili s marinades and salsas with this .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a half liter bottle into a half liter beer glass . perfect fit . appearance beer is a nearly opaque burnt sienna color . some sediment visible in the mix before i finished pouring i left an ounce or so of liquid in the bottle swished it around then poured with a flourish . head quickly recedes to a velvety coating on the surface of the beer leaving no lacing at all . meh . smell prunes first and foremost . underneath that a thick banana bread like malt quality or maybe cinnamon raisin muffin like quality . very sweet almost cloying but enough tone shift to remain above average . taste mouthfeel beer seems to have almost no carbonation . all tastes are very mellow light breadiness light prune flavor light cinnamon flavor . where s the beef . if i swish the beer around like crazy in my mouth i can detect just a touch of carbonation which does nothing . aftertaste is dull though the burps are full of vine fruit . blechh . drinkability only so so . i suppose it s worth a try somebody is bound to like this beer . it s just not cutting it for me . let me just say this is n t a bad beer by any means . i ve had far more disgusting brews . that being said this beer really falls short in the taste category . seeing as i do n t have any general characteristics upon which to base euro dark lagers i can only go by what i know . and i know this should be darker meatier and foamier .,aroma,0.7,1
edition pours a bright golden color with off white half inch head very pleasant and vivid malt aroma with some hint of hops sweet malt smell the smell translates directly into the taste leaving a nice malty finish in your tounge nice balanced hopiness with the malt . initial malt sweetness followed by clean crisp co bubbles that are not to overwhelming mouthfeel is extremely refreshing . very good beer to have with pepper jack cheese,aroma,1.0,1
this beer poured a little frothy head that dissipated . color was caramel red . a little nice lacing on side of glass . smell was at first scent that of a macro lager . then once nose in glass . it was a little bready fresh lemon maybe pilsner malt . not a whole lot in the smell department. taste was pretty complex yet smooth . starts with a sweet malt that is subtle . then a cut grass taste followed with a bitter back packed with humulus pollen . vey easty drinking . mouthfell was slippery carbonation was perfect . i love these oz bottles . the beer tasted great fresh couldnt be very long ago it was bottled . it screams session to me . this is a excellent brew . respect the hops . they did,aroma,0.6,1
on tap the cedar hills pub . this beer is quite a cloudy sawdust color w just a hint of pink . no head whatsoever . server categorized it as an amber ale w raspberries but it sure looks like an unfiltered wheat . here goes . smell is of mild raspberry duh tartness and somewhat suprisingly ice tea . faint wheat and grass notes . intrigued i m eager to taste this . taste is just slightly tart no bitterness as i ca n t detect any hops at all . very thin barely there malt backdrop becomes evident about halfway through . more tea flavor as well as some very faint grapefruit notes . no alcohol warming only . by volume . body is somewhat heavier than you might expect there s a lot of sediment in this . not much carbonation to speak of . though intitially intrigued i found myself disappointed . this seems like a beer without an identity . imo if you are going to use raspberries in your beer it should either be rich and sweet like a frambrozen or crisp and refreshing good fruit infused hefe s are widely available . this is neither although it could be a decent summer thirst quencher if some of the excess sediment was filtered out . all in all i found this to basically be a novelty beer for the non beer drinker in your group . the brewery website says that the hops used to make this vary so i may revisit this next summer .,aroma,0.7,1
pours dark gold with no head . nothing to retain but does leave decent lacing . very weak nose . pale malt dominates . really needs more aromatic hops . clean crisp malt profile in the taste . nice dry hoppy finish . mouthfeel is just right . an easy go to beer when visiting this pub .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a light yellow very slightly hazed color with a nearly white head that fades quickly . i peer into the bottle looking for more yeast to haze this sucker up some more . nope . i guess that s it . nose is pleasant full of citrus and wheat and an undefined spiciness . probably the highpoint . taste is letting me down a bit after the aroma . spice is mild with a very light lemony tartness . decent tasting there just is n t as much there as i d like . it drinks pretty easy but it is pretty light bodied and thin . i d have it again but would n t go out of my way for it .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap rocky river brewing on march th st. patrick s day . they did n t bother to put a fancy name on this beer so they just called zwickel keller bier . it has a gravity of . a bittering of and an alcohol percentage of . . it came to me in a standard american pint glass and at the right temperature too . the beer was a bright pale straw yellow color with a beautiful finger head of white foam . the head of foam did n t go anywhere it lasted the entire drinking time . when the amount of the beer lowered the head of foam left behind plenty of white sticky lace around the glass . toward the bottom it looked like a spider had just recently spun a web of lace inside the glass . it was lacking in the aroma department . i kept swirling it around to get the aroma to wake up but it just was n t happening . it was just light in dry citrus hops and a pinch of citrus fruits . even when the beer warmed up the aroma still did n t bother to wake up . the taste was dry dry dry and did i mention dry . once you get past the dryness out comes the citrus hops and grapefruit . take a ripe grapefruit fill it with dry citrus hops and take a bite out of it . if you do that you will come close to what it tastes like . the mouthfeel was on the light side and even though it has a abv of only . this beer has a huge aftertaste of dry citrus hops . the dry citrus hops were so strong that you need half a glass of water to get rid of them off your tastebuds . even though i ve never had a keller zwickel before i think it made a nice introduction to the style . i was glad that i gave it a chance and if i looking for a light beer with a strong dry citrus hop punch to it i will look no further than this fresh rocky river brewing beer .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a clear copper color with a nice fluffy head . thick lacing coats the glass through the session . smell overall very mild caramel brown sugar and pine cones . taste decent caramel maltiness with a strong piney bitterness for a red ale . some hints of toasted nuts linger in the background . mouhtfeel smooth at the start . the finish is smooth slightly dry and sports a short caramel and piney bitter aftertaste . medium bodied . drinkability nice drinkability as this ale is a bit bolder than other reds even though the bitterness is slighty stronger than others in the category . not a bad brew .,aroma,0.6,1
batch . this one pours a very nice pale golden color crystal clear with a lot of carbonation rising up . the head is massive . thankfully i poured it into my duvel tulip because none of my other appropriate glasses could handle it . it gave a full four finger fluffy white head despite a fairly gentle pour . it laces the glass as it recedes which takes a long time . it has the wonderful spicy aroma that the style should always have . slight phenols cloves a sweet bready malt and a beautiful underlying fruitiness are all there . the taste is hoppier than i expected and more than the style normally indicates . the other aspects are all there but not as pronounced as i had hoped . it finishes very very clean and does n t linger at all . the alcohol is n t completely masked but it does n t detract from it . the body is a little fuller than most belgian strong pales but the carbonation helps to lighten it up a bit and still gives it a pleasant mouthfeel . overall it s a good beer but nothing fantastic .,aroma,1.0,1
had this on tap at the beer store in south hampton . pours a brilliant brown . malty nose . i found it refreshing that the typical smell of a belgian hop strain did n t reach out and smack me in the nose . this one is definitely chock full of caramel malt and a tinge of smokiness . goes down real smooth . hope to see this again in the future .,aroma,0.6,1
the hoosier ma stout is the chameleon of beers . sometimes it is a milk stout sometimes it is dry sometimes it is imperial . the name remains the same but the style shifts with the seasons . this is a good thing a different beer for a different season i always say . the particular seasonal i had was the imperial stout . at . abv it is very light on the booze for the style however this is the first ads impy stout ect that i ve ever had that i could drink every day . i had high expectations for this beer and was in a way let down . rock bottom brews yeasty full bodied beers so i expected an over the top ads . indeed when i had my first beer here all i could think was they could brew an amazing imperial stout . while the beer was not what i expected it was delicious . highly recommended . as i drank it i understood for the first time why people could list ads ris as their favourite style . smooth pleasant . not simple yet one can drink it as though it were . makes me realize how off x treme ads are . i d rather have somebody like this . smooth and delicious . nothing crazy just good . many breweries could stand to learn from this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
oz growler provided by sean . tough to open and as it does a huge hiss a slight gusher . pours with tons of head a light tope head with a hint of orange to it watery and falls quickly . the beer is a dark dirty orange tons of bits of fruit float throughout the glass . .the aroma is really nice great notes of mango not at all overwhelming or too sweet light pine resin on the back balances out . the taste is a huge let down most the sweetness is gone light mango but a lot of medicinal metallic pine flavors are not great . pretty easy to drink but i m just not that impressed . i ve got a feeling this batch is just not that good .,aroma,0.9,1
pours coppery amber with a thick soapy head . aroma is initially sweet and vegetal but has sour undertones . really not very pleasant . taste is biscuity caramel malt up front then it is overwhelmed by a metallic sourness . finishes with a crisp hop bite and a residual powdery sweetness . mouthfeel is light medium bodied . there are an awful lot of crappy light lagers out there . by comparison this one is actually quite flavorful with a generous dose of hop bitterness . that said the flavor does n t hold a candle to their standard offering . if i was n t grading to style the scores would be much lower .,aroma,0.4,0
ml swing top bottle opens with a very distinct pop . this beer pours into a pint glass with a huge head of glass volume is head with the bottom quarter actual beer . big head volume is for me a worry sign of possibly heat damaged beer . this beer came recently from belgianshop.com . after seeing the result of this review i will try to get another bottle and compare something might be amiss here based on other recent reviews note that this beer is now . volume . i do believe older bottles were . . i have not had this beer in a few years but recall it was a very tasty stout . unfortunately the . version is not as tasty as i remember the and as some of the older reviews substantiate . the nose is full of notes of raisiny notes as well as distinct hoppy character . something roasted floats in the background but it is secondary for sure . the taste is somewhat bland with a rather bitter front end giving way to a very mild roasted aftertaste . the actual taste is not very complex at all and i am not sure what is going on here.i have had a number of ris s and this bottle does not resemble the style very much and it is probably too light as well . further into the aftertaste finish it becomes much more roasted and dark still quite subtle . hard to know if ellezelloise has had changes in the beer or other issues but not nearly as good as my memory tells me .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a chimay chalice . finger head very golden body with some carbonation and a small patch of head . faint smell of yeast . lemony taste corn some pepper and maybe some berry . mouthful is very easy to drink the carbonation is very smooth and the mouthful is dry . i like this its a smooth belgian.i will look for it again .,aroma,0.4,0
hard pour from brown ml bottle into seidel . deep antique mahogeny color with caramel head . big sticky bubbles oozing up through the fine muck . looks like la brea tar pitts . i think something is breathing under there . could n t smell much till the end . chocolate and nugget . i m thinking milky way candy bar . creamy crushed velvet smooth roast malt chocolate and nut with a light sourness at the end that dissapears quickly . quite easy to drink .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bottle into a perfect pint . a pours a nice dark shade of gold with a one finger white head . lacing is fantastic . s corn . a little bit of lemon in there as well . not much . t getting a decent bit of lemon . grassy notes as well . a little bit of hoppy bitterness as well . very mild albeit nice m pretty thin . very carbonated . nothing outstanding here d good easy drinking beer . perfect for a nice summer day,aroma,0.6,1
appearance is copper orange in color with a nice orange cream hued fluffy head leaving about two fingers of head space while the lacing is clinging to the sides of my pint this beer looks excellent . aroma smell is incredible natural smelling apricot tones this one smells very nice i am impressed not overly cloying and no off tones to boot . very natural smells like apricot juice good stuff . taste the apricot flavor plays the forefront very nicely with solid grainy tones rolling through a bit spritzy for me but overall solid and i could picture drinking more of these than both magic hat or pyramid s apricot ale . soft effervescence comes billowing through each sip a bit of hop bittereness in the finish this one agrees with my tastebuds . allow me to thank fellow ba beergeek for the sample . mouthfeel is light to medium in body with a spritzy carbonation not bad or cloying in anyway going down i am happy with this selection . drinkability best part here is the apricot flavor only imparts upon the overall beer does n t bring any overkill of apricot syrup tones . it does the trick for fulfilling a decent fruit beer with drinkability for once . i am by no means a fan of most fruit brews but this one catches my fancy thanks again bill .,aroma,0.9,1
served in a budweiser pokal . like most edls the color stands as a highly translucent dark amber brown with a minor white froth standing in for a beefier head . the smell here is very musty with a strong malt character coming through though drier than usual . there s a hint of smoke but the darker more foreboding style of smoke rather than the peated variety commonly found in rauchs and schwarzes . there is also a slight inexplicable sourness hanging in the background like a traitor of old . the taste follows the nose with more must and more sourness with the malts thrust into the background with some force . this is unfortunately the extent of the complexity here . luckily it has a very light body and does not coat the mouth allowing the strange sour must to leave rather quickly . i m not impressed here .,aroma,0.4,0
definately a love hate style . i thought i had tasted smoke flavoured stouts porters dark ales but nothing prepared me for the true smoked aromas flavours this had . unbelievable . at one point i thought i was eating it cos anything with such smokiness in flavour smell i have gladly eaten in the past not drank a finger head with no head retention alhough a whispy soft creamy film remained on the surface looked pretty . very dark just see through with a dark red hue . s my goodness for those that love smoked me it delighted but i d imagine this would make others run to the hills . huge smokey bacon salmon anything that has been smoked . very intense smokiness . after just handling the glass i thought i was around the campfire with the smoke aromas staining my clothes skin . i felt it was in my skin . one thing i loved about this was it was like a treasure hunt once the olefactory membrane gets used to the intense smokiness other smells tastes became evident loved it . cocoa chocolate . t smoked . smoked . smoked . dark roasted malts . coffee . smoked . very sweet . a touch of cocoa bitterness . very full complex . m just loved the complexity a medium thickness mouthfeel . suited this . although it left me feeling i was a smoker which i am not d excellent but only or thanks . after i thought i had just tucked into half a pig . left me feeling a little full . but very tasty i felt if i had more in sitting it might get a little sickly . this was beautiful though gt gt gt definately have again .,aroma,1.0,1
a it has a dark copper color with a slow release of carbonation . the head takes a bit to build and is very thin and is not long standing . it s a bit below average judging from other american style ipas including dfh . s it has a very strong citrus smell very grapefruit like and tangy apricot . the hops can be picked up and compliment the citrus from the apricot very well . t it surprisingly does not have a strong apricot or fruit flavor . it is bitter and is lacking in malt balance . the hop flavor is there but it seems more bitter than flavorful . fortunately they ve tamed the bitterness to the point where it s not overbearing . it just seems that there should be more malt character especially for a beer of this color . the alcohol flavor is there which surprises me for a beer at . m it has a pleasant bubbly mouthfeel with enough sharpness from the apricots . the problem is that the alcohol is not buried beneath it and makes it a little unpleasant to hold in the mouth . o overall i would say that it s a bit below average . it seems to be unbalanced in favor of hops even for an ipa and the alcohol flavor needs to be under control . i ve had other standard ipas that are better and really the apricot does n t stand out as much as i d expect . i give it a . here because it s not as good as the average ipa even from dfh but it s better than a . . i would n t drink it again given the opportunity .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance gt just like an english ale . warm brown creamy head not too lively . good lacing . dead on . it s a ringer . smell gt alcohol metal . taste gt very malty not too complex . very good representation . mouf gt pretty true to the style . small bubbles not offensive . just average drinkability gt the smell was a bit off putting for me but my parents who were with me have found a new favorite beer so i m going with just above average,aroma,0.4,0
. oz bottle into a pilsner glass . a gentle pour produces a half inch of custard head that quickly efferveces to a thin patch of micro bubbles fueled by a billowing carbonation level . for a abv this beer is exceptionally well carbonated . the body s hue is a copper shade of gold with a fantastic clarity and brightness to its color . the aroma seems to transcend the dopplebock style with a delightful boozy elixier notes of dark rum brandy sherry and the like . currants produce fresh grass and a slight hint of citrusy hops provide a great balance to the smell . this is not a beer for the faint of palate . gooey viscous alcohol notes slosh across the tongue and leave in their wake a syrupy sweet honey malt profile . this beer is almost too sweet but balances the sugars ever so slightly with a kick of hops and booze . the mouthfeel is uber thick chewy and warming aftertaste is sweet and boozy . i m not exactly sure how i feel about samichlaus . one one hand it s an exceptionally complex well crafted beer that probably deserves its own style . on the other hand it s a mess of sugary sweet booze and nearly undrinkable thickness . although it s not a beer i ll ever forget having tasted it s not a beer i ll be rushing out to buy again either .,aroma,1.0,1
this brew poured an opaque black colored body with a dark brown head that was mostly lasting . it had a mild malty aroma with good lacing and a very smooth palate . i had no comments notes on the flavor or any other aspects of this beer but from the numbers it was very good .,aroma,0.6,1
this one pours a lemon zest yellow color with just a skim of a head . it is also carbonated like a fresca soda which seemed a bit odd but it also helped to create a great aroma . i could really smell the cascades in this one when i poured it but as the carbonation dies the hop aroma turned to a sweet malt nose . i find that cascade is the most overused and abused hop out there but i did not find this beer to be bad . the worst thing about this beer was that it was thin . i could hardly tell that i had beer in my mouth aside from a minimal cascade flavor and spicy pine flavor that amazingly enough seemed to come from the malt and not the hops . the aroma of the cascades and the relatively lack of hop flavor made me think that this one was dry hopped but i am not sure . yet to compare this to other ipas on the market this beer does not measure up . this one needs a little more character to compete .,aroma,0.9,1
slightly cloudy deep orange color with well spaced finger medium cream head . nice retention and sparse but thick lacing . extremely malty bready nose for a beer this hopped up . slight vegetable twinge to the nose . very clean hit . floral tastes come in midway and yield to a clean hop finish . lots of malt body here . almost too much so drowning out what could be a very good hop presence . heaviness of the body brings this down a bit .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle inspection states that it s a single hop fuggles ipa . yikes . not sure about that . best before a notched on the label . enjoyed on n . thanks go out to the wifey for picking this one up as part of a microbrew sampler at world market . aroma buttery yeasty funk . a belgian character on the nose . a musty earthy wooden aroma . appearance a cloudy honey colored pour with a sticky white head . flavor cidery crispness up front . tart bitterness that lends itself to a touch of vinegar . leafy dry powdery hop bitterness . mouthfeel medium to light bodied high carbonation and a dry finish . overall impression champagne like . interesting but i m not sure . either this brewer missed the mark on the english ipa or i just do n t like english ales . probably a little bit of both in this case . not recommended .,aroma,0.4,0
divinely drinkable says the bottle . .i do n t know about that . a lovely cider colored ale with a frothy yellowish head which leaves nice lacing . smells surprisingly thick notes of chocolate on apricot and hops . the first taste raised the hairs on my arms . quite hoppy . quite . too much so for me but i can see where one who is a fan of dogfish s minute ipa would really enjoy this . i do very much appreciate the complex pang of sweetness at the finish . i could n t drink this regularly but it s worth a try if you re a hop head .,aroma,0.8,1
bought a bomber for . at halls in grapevine . a nice amber color with a inch head which disappeared quickly never to return . a big aroma of pine on the nose a little lemon rind and malt too . the pine is huge at first and hits your nose during the pour . a piney bitter start as expected . the middle is odd with orange black pepper and lemon . the lemon and orange get bigger as the beer warms . some clove in the finish perhaps . this holiday ipa winter warmer feels a little thin in my mouth and ever so slightly under carbonated . i think a little all spice or cinnamon replacing the pepper would do this ale some good . a bigger malt would help too . i want to say i like the taste in general but the pepper and clove are throwing me off . there is a lot going on and i dont dislike it but i think i would rather drink two separate beers a ipa then a winter warmer and forgo the combo .,aroma,0.9,1
had some of this after a nice if not overly expensive meal at copper canyon . lightly hazed golden color with a soapy white head . aroma is very intriguing . predominantly grapefruit but there s a real presence of orange fragrance in the vein of an orange scented candle from one of those apologies for the terminology here girlie stores . very interesting . light citrus flavor upfront . a bit overloaded on the hops really . the malt barely shows through and i think it really gets a bit lost behind this fairly overwhelming hoppiness . the finish lingers into a piney aftertaste . not a real standout . other than that damn orange aroma . how they did that i have no idea . but it was very interesting .,aroma,0.9,1
pours clear with a deep amber glow and a short whit head . smell iis ok but slightly astringent with little discernable difference between malt and hops . beyond the astringent aspect there is a slight flowery essence . starts off sweet on the tongue rapidly changing to a heavy roasted buttery presence with a deep bitter end . decent amount of bubbles not overwhelming . i would highly recommend this beer as a delicious drinkable ale for a hot and sweaty day .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle black murky and light defying in the glass . nice sticky mocha colored cap with great retention laces well . aroma wow . dark fruits and double fudge with a wisp of grass . .nice profile is a bit of a letdown from the aroma . rather a weak body for an oatmeal stout but the malts in the front side are toasty roast with coffee and bitter cocoa tastes then the finish goes dry with astringency from charred grain hulls and the hopping . very metallic lingering bitterness . a very good approximation of a london stout although a tad thin for an oatmeal stout it is very decent .,aroma,0.9,1
a brownish dark amber in color poured with a nice finger head . would like to see it a bit darker for a porter but looks enticing . s absolutely wonderful smell . quite possibly the most sweet smelling porter i have experienced yet . this beer literally smells like a sweet chocolate coffee drink hence vanilla java . once the head subdued the smell changed a lot to more of a bitter coffee scent but being a grand coffee drinker i m still loving it . t the taste is mediocre at best . on second thought that may be an overstatement . no vanilla flavor no chocolate flavor not much of a beer flavor even . it tastes like bland coffee with a lingering astringency . taste is an absolute let down especially after the amazing aroma . as i have gotten towards the end of the beer i came back up to write this part the java flavor has gone down and it is starting to taste more like a beer at least . this is better than the bland coffee so i m bumping taste up to a . m this beer coats the mouth and leaves a very gritty feel to the tongue and gums . i m not a huge fan of the mouthfeel as it leaves me with a feeling like i should wash my mouth with water after each drink of this beer . d nope . i have one now with more staring at me and it will be a while til i drink either of those . to be honest i m a college student and i may wait til some big party night and bust those out once i am already feeling good so i can just down them without thinking .,aroma,0.9,1
odd . oz bottle ml . claims to be the beer for all seasons . brewed by molson in canada . very light and clear color . lots of visible carbonation large bubbles . head retention is low but i ve seen way worse . a few spots of lace . par for a macro lager . the less said about the smell the better . nothing i can really consider enticing . just a dominant aroma of what must be rice malt and maybe some grassiness . at least it s minimal . remarkably little flavor . malt is thin and barely present . on the plus side there s nothing offensive . the finish is clean almost non existent . a little grassy hop bite hard to even call it bitterness . it is dry but could be drier . maybe i m being too generous to give this a but looking at my other macro scores i think it works . i m rating to style . i enjoy this more than i thought i would . in spite of a lack of things i can point to that would indicate quality it was just good . it would be kind of smooth if not for a lot of carbonation . after sitting for a few minutes it works better . i could definitely drink this in large quantities if presented with them . part of me has a liking for this because i just like beer in general but i know when i m standing in front of the cooler i will not choose this one often . there s little reason that they could n t drop the price on this in which case i d think about it when looking for budget beer . i could see it going well enough with food and i reckon i prefer this over sapporo draft if given the choice . it s pretty refreshing mainly due to being hoppier and drier than other macros .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage . a flat dark mahogany no head to speak of nearly black . s very tart sour smell . bit like figs or sour apple . t very intense sour flavor very wine like . almost like vinegar same as the smell intense tart . m very warm medium body . basically red wine but it s a beer . d whoo . not for me . knocked me on my face when i took this year old monster . beers are clearly not meant to age this long . i think this is a good beer just for the fact it could age so long but whoo it s strong . very warming . honestly i just could n t do it yay for pouring a down the drain .,aroma,0.8,1
brown cl cork and caged bottle best before oct drank late aug . dull old gold colour and hazy even though i poured the whole bottle in one slow event into four tumblers the only glasses available sorry . the last glass was obviously the cloudiest and it laso had a lot more flavour as the sediment imparted its extra pieces of protein . there was no hint of any aroma what so ever i had a smaller bottle at a bar the day before this review and although i enjoyed the beer it also had no smell . the taste was of light toffee and fairly sweet tha alcohol kicks in early as well . it is a bit fizzy for a strong blonde but overal not bad at all .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap poured into pint glass . a one finger white head leaves no significant lacing . honey colored pour slightly cloudy with no visible effervescence . s bright hops and citrus predominate but overall not particularly strong odors . t subdued malts are slightly sweet . the majority of the flavor is dominated by the bright and flowery hops with bountiful citrus truly outstanding . hints of honey in the aftertaste . m good carbonation keeps it feeling slick yet moderately bodied very complimentary to the taste . d excellent brew overall . perfect for the style refreshing and bold an absolute delight with spicy food .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage pours a clear dark amber and has small fizzy bubbles that leave a ring around my glass . has an earthy sour mash aroma with hints of oak and brown sugar . taste is tart and a little funky . not what i was expecting here as the regular version was full and sweet with leather and sweet dark roasted malt character . those flavors are sill there with the addition of oak and vanilla notes . while i was expecting something else i find this to be quite enjoyable tart and funky not like the old ale i was expecting but more like a wild ale .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a nice golden color with nice head from a oz bottle . very nice nose . almost exactly what i would expect from a blegian ipa . you have the hop forwardness of an ipa but the esters and phenols of a blegian ale . the taste is that of pouring an ipa and a blegian ale together . i am not sure i like the outcome . it is interesting but the hops do not complement the yeast character . they are almost opposing . at . abv it is a little hot for a traditional ipa and more in line with a belgian double or tripple . i really like the idea of mashing these styles together but i am still warry of it working well . not sure if i would buy this again for myself . maybe for an ipa party . it is pretty interesting all in all .,aroma,0.8,1
light orange bronze in color . thin slightly off white head holds well . aroma is very yeasty and bready . taste begins slightly malty followed by biscuity malt flavors some bitterness holding through the middle . finish is dry and a bit metallic . well carbonated good body . quite drinkable . nothing really outstanding here but a pretty solidly made beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a coppery brownish in color . nice big pure white thick foamy head . lots of lacing and took about minutes to settle . s sweet . sweet hops . lots of flowers sugary malts and hints of citrus . bread and raisins as well . t i received this one in a trade so maybe it s past its prime . did n t live up to the smell but decent none the less . very clean little hops . m not too much carbonation and pretty chewy . d not as good as i thought it was going to be but pretty respectable . i guess it s hard to live up to perfection every time .,aroma,1.0,1
dark brown in color and no real deviation from that . head was a nice light tan fingers and dissipated to a nice creamy film leaving a bit of splotches along the way . the aroma is nearly intoxicating . sweet caramel roasted malts a bit of chocolate vanilla oak and a nicely balanced bourbon aroma . the taste has some nice oaky bourbon qualities a drop of vanilla and some toasted malts . there s a bit of booze too and a bit of metally twang . there s a lot of good qualities here but it does n t meld and flow as fluent as the aroma . the feel is a bit light though a little creamy and slick . overall i enjoyed this . smells wonderful though a little bit of a mess taste wise still worth enjoying while available .,aroma,0.9,1
presentation best if consumed by . ok fine . appearance a nice cloudy orange amber pour with a white head . the head fades into a nice wispy white coating over the top of the beer . smell some wheat bread and yeast notes and maybe some carmel smells are up front . not much else going on which is kind of disappointing . taste follows the smell . wheat bread and a slightly bittering taste that leads to a dry and slightly sweet carmel aftertaste . mouthfeel medium to light treading dangerously close to watery . a dry alcohol finish . drinkability easily a good session beer . notes good but not great . the lack of hop profile and strong wheat bread presence do n t really seem to resonate with the apa style . many other better examples out there especially in my neck of the woods see glbc burning river pale ale .,aroma,0.4,0
oz long neck . this is from a mixed case i picked up in pa on a road trip . a pours with a finger thick tan head . creamy and thin after the settling . lacing is thin and sticky . the body is nearly opaque letting some light through to show that the contents have great clarity . s roasted grain . coffee bean . earthy dirt . subtle sweetness of the malts . t initial blast is slightly sour and the taste overall is a bit thin . once the sour nip resides the taste is a coffee and malt sweetness concoction that seems like it is watered down and lacking girth . lingering roasted grain and coffee in the aftertaste . m medium body but thin at first . crisp and fizzy . a slick tongue feel . maybe tannin . d this is a the third beer in the case that i bought in pa that has something a little off . unfortunately the off ness is consistently the same type flavor taste so i ca n t determine if it is a skunked beer or if it is the hop or the based malt combination or the yeast . this looks great but beyond that i would n t drink it again if this is it s consistent nature .,aroma,0.8,1
i am still reeling from my last today but i will endure almost anything just to get my bottle numbers up to so that i can refocus on the canquest tm . once the scourge ends i will not be back . ooh how pretty . a cap of a finger of rocky bone white head with reasonable retention above a deep golden yellow beer . how could i possibly go wrong . danger woody robinson danger . warning warning . one sniff and i was pulled out of my afternoon reverie . a bag of fritos smells less like corn than this gem . holy awful batman . mouthfeel was medium with a heat on the tongue that full on got my attention . oh me oh my oh shit oh dear . my brain felt like it was being cooked in the shell and my eyes were beginning to alternately bug out and roll back . no wonder the down and out crowd looks the way that they do if this is a standard on the menu . jesus but i want to ram my head through a wall just to make the voices shut up for a f king millisecond . i hear them all the time but never as loudly or as clearly as i do with this winner . a previous reviewer mentioned giving money to the unfortunates who may be drinking this on the street . hell this makes me want to tithe . woody at lee ermey the therapist s office magnum really makes me sad . l. e. that s very interesting . you know what makes me sad you squiddly diddly piece of dung . . . this beer . let s go get a craft beer and tell some sea stories . yeah man after this i was ready for a beer . the finish was dry bone dry and i could feel smoke rolling out of my ear holes as my brain melted into the background . all i need is some crack or crystal meth and the afternoon will be complete .,aroma,0.2,0
bought a single of this for . . appearance is a very light orange red color small amount of bubbles ascending towards the top of the thin white head . a very faint smell hard to put a nose on it but there s some sweetness there . some nice mouthfeel to this one nice and creamy taste to it . some slight bitterness hops to it think pale ale like . taste is clean and smooth with a unique but good bitter aftertaste to it . not sure if its just a solid beer or if it s all the organic ingredients used but i enjoyed it a lot and was very drinkable. good work wolavers .,aroma,0.6,1
bought this beer on the recommendation of a friend . ml bottle poured into a oz snifter . poured slightly hazy dark honey in color . nice head . aroma smelled strongly of fresh strawberries very nice . unfortunately the taste was god awful . very astringent and nasty . i struggled through a few more sips before pouring the rest down the drain . i can only assume the bottle had been mistreated . my friend has too good a palate to have touted me on this beer if it had tasted like this to him .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a quarter finger mocha head atop a black brew . as the head recedes mild lacing is observed around the glass . the smell is bland lacking depth . it is very malt heavy with some roasted flavors and an essence of plastic . i guess there are some tones of chocolate and maybe coffee but they are muted . ok after the smell this beer had me worried . the taste is much more rewarding showing the depth which the smell was missing . the first tastes are heavy in chocolate malts which transition to milk chocolate with hints of coffee . it is hard to tell if coffee or hops are giving the bite in the end but the effect is reminding me of dark chocolate . the mouthfeel is nothing to brag about and reminds me of a single stout . thin in the mouth for with a forgettable aftertaste . if this was a single stout there would be some redeeming qualities . compared to other stouts this is well below average .,aroma,0.4,0
a hazy cola colour with a light tan head . very little retention light lace . s very cheesy parmesian or athletes foot . . i was seriously afraid to taste this but was assured that it tasted alright . some sour fruit bubble gum fruity esters and slight breadyness . t slightly tart dark fruit light bitterness bready brown sugar and a light cheesy taste . m light to moderate body is creamy slight acidity . d it s not aweful but i could n t imagine having a pint of this .,aroma,0.3,0
tasted this beer a few times who has n t . . pours a very pale straw color looks watered down . smell is almost non existent as is taste . a very bland boring beer that tastes watered down . nonetheless it is exceptionally easy to drink because of its lack of flavor . on the other hand coors light is very easy to drink and agreeable to everyone . noone will ever complain that it s too bitter . imo nothing to like but nothing to dislike either but then again the same can be said about water .,aroma,0.6,1
batch . pours a chilled pumpkin orange with a few globs of yeast that plop into the goblet . the bottle is individually numbered neat . a tiny white head foams up briefly then runs to the outside edge of the glass . smells quite spicy with cloves and cinnamon and orange peel coming through the hefty alcohol and sweet malt . up front banana really shows off the wheat character . no discernible hop aroma besides the vague citrus . sweet honey like and reminds me of a fall potpourri . excellent . a sip reveals a creamy yeasty sweet beer very different from your normal eisbock . flavors of sour banana and clove bring to mind a german hefe on steroids . this is spicy estery and maybe just a bit mouth numbing . otherwise the . . is quite well hidden id have guessed more around . quite warming in the back of the throat and finishes malty with a bit of chocolate but ultimately sour . perhaps a hint of oak in the flavor . intriguing . this is quite the unique beer i cant say ive had anything else like it . smells much better than it tastes to me . it s odd i keep thinking of a belgian strong dark ale crossed with a german hefe . not a session beer at all but its hitting the spot tonight and i think its well worth a try . thanks to khaismus for sharing .,aroma,0.9,1
drank this beer in goa india and n that place and condition where you only can get other beers to choose of that taste like piss this one was really great . abv on the bottles served in india a week ago . almost no head but still a taste of a beer somewhere when you are really thursty .,aroma,0.4,0
first off this unplugged idea is a stroke of brilliance . .if you ve got a qb wih a great arm let him throw deep . .if you ve got a brewer with talent let him be creative . this is an impressive eisbock.i was surprised with how malty this was . great bready malty nose . .the taste features that predominately but is more complex than that . .i also get some dark fruitiness and a hint of spicy alcohol . .the finish is a tich on the tart side . pours a light amber color . very smooth initially in the mouth before the spiciness enters briefly and retreats in time for the tartness to emerge ever so softly on the finish . a very nice beer.i look forward to this series of unplugged beers.,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pilsner glass . beautiful tanned head with a light brown body . this is one of the nicest smelling beers i ve had . rich evergreens orange peel cinnamon nutmeg . undertones of flowers and chocolate . taste is not as creamy as the smell led me to believe . vanilla nutmeg orange banana maybe some ginger all rather faint . becomes bitter . i do enjoy the light hop character . mouthfeel is thin and crisp . i wish it was thick and creamy . overall the smell drives this beer . it s christmas in a bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
a this bell s release also pours a black hole black the head it produces is more of a deep ornage brown thatn full brown the head is thicker the the double cream stout s wow this really smells like ground coffee very fresh like walking into a coffee shop not starbucks a real coffee shop the coffe aroma overpowers any beer realted smells t wow again tastes completley like coffee like a iced creamed coffee well at the end here is a hoppy kick to it very impressive well hid m smooth low in carbonation makes for great flavor they really reached their goals with this one it seems d high a coffee drinkers beer if i were a coffee drinker id like this more as i am not and still like it alot must count for something well done bell s,aroma,1.0,1
a dark with a nice lasting foam . slight red brown threw the bottom . s there was something about the smell that i did n t like but i ca n t put my finger on it . t full flavor but not great . there is a noticeable alcohol after taste . m mild tingle on the front sides of the tongue and top back of the palette . d pass . the smell issue and alcohol after taste put it off my future list .,aroma,0.4,0
the mighty red dog . it s never bad when it s free . it pours the typical golden macro color and has no head . the aroma is bitter a chemical bitter so it is wise not to smell it before you drink it . the bland corn flavor is not terrible when ice cold but can become quite gross if allowed to warm up . this is not the worst beer made but it is by no means worth drinking if mgd or bud is available .,aroma,0.2,0
found this vintage at benjamin s in galena il . not really a beer bar but they have a few gems like this one and their scotch and bourbon list is huge . a very dark brown with a milk chocolate one finger head . leaves a lot of lace on the glass . looks rustic and nutty . s creamy milk chocolate bourbon charred wood woodsmoke and a cigar like note . not like cigar smoke but like sniffing the actual unlit cigar itself . smells like a old country club room with wooden walls and leather furniture where all the old guys are drinking scotch and smoking cigars . t boozy bourbon wood some light nut flavors . walnuts . a hint of tobacco a little dark fruit and some milk chocolate . .raisinettes maybe . m medium not quite full bodied with lots of alcohol booziness . silky rich and sugary with a dry herbal finish . nice . d it was neat to try the version first before i drink the that i have in my cellar . a very warm and inviting after dinner sort of beer that is perfect for the season . i wish more breweries would do a different release every year . .it s fun to find old ones and compare them to more recent versions .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased at nugget market in vacaville ca presentation ml bottle caged and corked . not dating listed . appearance wonderful full white head golden murky pour with very nice lacing . smell damn you lost me here . has that barnyard scent with some citrus fruit as well but it also has a funky medicinal green olive scent that is really turning me off . taste spices galore here . too many imo . corriander and clove and tons of pepper . with a barage of about different fruits . way wayyyy to much here for me . it s overkill imo . a bit of a sweet and sour beer combined . mouthfeel moderate carbonation for a saison . taste stays in your mouth for quite a while . drinkability not one of my favorite saisons . ca n t wait to try the regular dupont saison though . this one was just a bit too much of everything for me .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks jon for bringing this to our halloween whale tasting . a half fingers worth of white head . murky deep orange in color s nose is typical drie fonteinen lemon rind mustiness cob web and some gentle grape t definitely gueuze forward in flavor though this is just a straight forward lambic i guess . the malvasia grapes are much more prominent in the flavor . they seem to lend a gentle sweetness to the taste of the beer m the beer has a medium body with lively carbonation and a long finish . the carbonation actually caught me off guard at first . for such an old beer it seemed overcarbonated o drie fonteinen can do no wrong in my book every beer i have ever had from armand has been a treat and this was no exception . having lente earlier in the day i think still think i prefer that but this was still an incredible beer,aroma,1.0,1
this one was a present last christmas so it s nearly a year old . i ca n t think of a better occassion other than my st birthday to finally crack this one open and give it a try . i ll be cellaring an and a for tasting further down the road . served at room temperature in a westvleteren glass . dark cola bottom that can be deceiving as it has a dark ruby red amber tint when held up to the light . big billowing puffy head that clings and sticks to the glass . head dissipates rather quickly but leaves nice lacing . aroma is wonderful . malty nose with a strong spice presence nutty like banana bread . mild phenolic character but not overpowering . rich bready aroma white peppers tickles my nose . plums raisins noted as well wonderful smell . creamy carbonated mouthfeel with phenols coming into play on my tongue . upfront hop bitterness with a brandy like finish in both the taste and the warming alcohol . nicely constructed malt profile plums raisins paired with dark chocolate lingers around in the background . taste is good but the mouthfeel falls way short of my expectations and is thus rated average at best . medium body substainable but for my tastes carbonation comes on a bit too strong and is only accentuated by the hop profile . also phenol properties need to be toned down in the mouth . now i m just waiting for another special occassion to crack open my first . i can respect this brew and i ll definitely give it a shot again once i age it for a good while . a bit hyped sure but i m not totally against it .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance straight pour into a pint glass . the color is a sinister opaque black no light passed through when i held it to my lamp . two fingers of tanned head developed and dissipated quickly to leave a bubbly lacing and ring around the edge . smell very smooth and enticing aroma of lightly roasted dark chocolate coffee caramel and molasses . there is a slight hint of cherry in keeping with the namesake . it does not thankfully smell like chocolate covered cherries . taste the mouthfeel is heading toward thick and creamy but the flavor makes it feel watered down . up front is a nice roasted character which is followed by a soda like syrupy gap before the cherry kicks in . the cherry is tart and authentic unlike other cherry beers that use processed syrup . drinkability once again it smells great but the taste is another story . i just do n t dig this style at all . though there is promise it is an overall letdown .,aroma,0.8,1
reviewed bottle pours a very dark brown color body almost no head diminishing . very spicy strong sweet pumpkin spices . very pumpkiny . dry ashy taste some spice but only on the aftertaste . spicy on the front but not very fruit . somewhat creamy .,aroma,1.0,1
it does n t say its a dry . it starts sticky malty thin and then drying finish and aftertaste . i have had worse macros but this is a slightly more amber looking pale lager . twist off . a moderate amount of retaining head . alcohol and it appears like more in the thin watery fluid accompanying it .,aroma,0.2,0
i think that the canned version of this beer is brewed by the danish macro brewery harboe but i m not sure . the colour is pale amber the liquid is clear . the three finger head is airy and off white . some lacing occurs . the smell is fresh bitter and hoppy with some notes of apricots pineapples and a hint of tobacco . the taste is a bit unbalanced . low body bitter sour flavours of lime and a smoked hint . the aftertaste is bitter with rough notes of tobacco grapefruits french loaf and apple acid . the carbonation is medium strong the liquid is mid smooth . an unbalanced ale with tart off flavours .,aroma,0.8,1
foamy white head sits on a copper brown beer . the nose gives off some sweet honey strawberry and faint apricot . i get next to nothing when i drink this a tinny flavor a bit of spice hop . not much here . a decent mouthfeel and a fairly clean finish .,aroma,0.8,1
a looks extremely pale poured almost looking like water . head faded quickly with some lacing . s sweet smell little beyond the malts . t eh tastes like a better version of budlight . nothing great at all pretty big strike to me . m very thin no real substance to it . d about as drinkable as a budlight . i hope i can finish it . overall i am not a big fan of these pale lagers and maybe that because the only ones i drink are the macro brews . so if there are some good pale lagers out there then i am just not aware of them . but this beer is a slightly better version that any of the main macro brews . if you only like macro brews then you can drink this to make yourself look cultured .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a deep cooper pink color that is extremely intriguing . pours about a finger off white pink head which leads to a nice persistent lace . carbonation looks relatively strong with tiny bibbles . s pretty closed on the nose . a trace of earthy beets . sour yeast and cream . overall pretty unpleasant non existent . t upfront tartness yields to the earthy sweetness of the beets . some interesting citrus notes come through also . earthy hops on the finish with more grapefruit and beets . m while the flavors are pretty interesting the mouthfeel is lacking . the carbonation is pretty nice but overall the brew feels watered down . d very drinkable . it definitely lives up to the summer ale intention . i d trade up this for bud any day . works as a porch session beer . as a microbrew it s a bit weak .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a pilsner glass . a cloudy yellow liquid with a medium head that fell quickly . i smell sugar and berries maybe some banana and a hint of wheat . lacked any hop aroma . the taste was somewhat disappointing . it left an alkaline aftertaste with a hint of the berries . the scent left me wanting more in the taste department . the mouthfeel is average for a wheat ale . i am glad there were only two in the six pack .,aroma,0.8,1
p thanks skeeordye oz bomber poured into a weizen glass a pale yellow with tints of green when held up to the light . lemon lime now that i look closer at it not as opaque as one would think with a witbier . a huge moutainous head more than and half fingers . s coriander and orange peel dominate the nose . sour yeast round out the nose . t water water and orange peel . it doesnt really have a dominating taste that i can get form it . a lil bit of the orange zest but more of a champagne like taste . m bubbly tonic water is how i can best describe it . throw in an orange peel and thats it . not overly great but not overly horrific . d i think one of these was good enough for me . it wasnt all that i was hoping for . a so so beer . t,aroma,0.8,1
picked up this bottle at the shochu authority in tokyo station . btw the pizza place near the shochu authority is amazingly delicious . best pizza i have had outside of italia . ingredients hops and barley . a pitch black with small very dark brown head . wine like legs rather than any lacing . i suppose that comes from the abv . s no aroma to speak of . t extremely restrained flavor . where is the espresso like bitterness or intensity . not here . no sweetness either . there is a nice mild long lasting bitterness though with a simple light coffee flavor . m medium carbonation well integrated with the alcohol . d a nice simple beer i dont know how they packed all the alcohol in this beer so nicely while keeping the flavor so mild .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance is a golden straw a touch darker than ginger ale . smells like weed straight up some hops but mostly weed . i gave it a good rating for smell just because it s so damn unique . taste is sweet malts some hops and a bitter finish . drinkability is way easy for . a lot of people rag on this beer but it s pretty damn good once you get used to appreciate the smell . and no i do n t smoke weed but i like this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
served on tap at the gingerman austin aroma cold coffee sweetened with a touch of malt appearance clear ruby brown glass barely covered with a thin tan head that left wisps of lace . flavor so smooth for a coffee porter . nice round profile starts with a dose of black coffee that is quickly sweetened with milk chocolate then fades out with a great black patent taste . the black patent is n t harsh or biting at all just the full flavor of the grain . there is also a coca cola taste thing working that just lends to the drinkability . mouthfeel medium thin body with low carbonation level overall impression real ale does it again . this is a great beer with really nice flavors working together to be more than the sum of their parts . for not being a porter fan i m happy to sing this one s praises . strongly recommended if you re lucky enough to see it,aroma,0.7,1
having sampled many of stones offerings in the past im finally getting the chance to try their ipa . this is a ounce bomber that im pouring into a goblet . the appearance is hazy and it almost looks like there is some yeast sediment at the bottom of the bottle . i didnt think that stone bottle conditioned but maybe im wrong . color is a deep golden yielding to copper . head is minimal but it has gorgeous lacing . not surprisingly hops dominate the nose . this is an ipa after all and a west coast style one to boot . fruity citrus hops dominate followed by floral and musty pine . in the background theres this wonderful hint of malt caramel sweetness . often you get an ipa with muted hop character and thats certainly not the case here . the smell on this is just so crisp and fresh a sure sign that this is a very fresh ipa and one thats been treated with care . the first taste showcases a nice level of carbonation and moderate bitterness that isnt overpowering . having had ruination in the past its nice to get a beer from stone that actually attempts to maintain some semblance of balance . taste has a nice residual sweetness to it including in the finish . its easy to finish ipas with bitterness but this surprisingly seems to go more towards the sweet side . that said the body of the beer is light dry and refreshing . lots of flavor for something that goes down so easily . the label says . abv but the alcohol is never apparent . stone gets a lot of praise for the other beers that they produce but this is an underrated example of the west coast ipa style . its a little bit light in body but this lends to easy drinking . the hop profile and underrated malt backbone make this beer a winner .,aroma,0.9,1
red stripe impressed me . i was expecting something along the lines of budweiser or carib but this pale lager had a character all its own . personally i feel it has been somewhat under rated on this website but i suppose that s what makes these reviews so interesting . anyway red stripe is served with a crystaline medium yellow body crowned with a very long lasting white head . its smell is sweet and pleasant and reminded me of peaches . i dare say red stripe is the best smelling lager i have ever come across although i admit my range of experience is not the widest on beer advocate . this lager starts a little oily and slightly bitter . it has a light body and when it sinks into your tongue you can taste sweet grapes and a gentle hint of wheat over more hop bitterness . red stripe then finishes clean sharp and dry . it seems to be something like an alcoholic slant on spring water as it rolls effortlessly from one s mouth .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle into samuel adams sensory glass produced a finger head that settles down to finger leaving great lacing . color is unexpectedly light being straw to light gold though it is stunningly clear . aroma of sweet malt plus a slight off aroma kinda sour and metallic . maybe first hint of something wrong with this bottle . taste starts with a light maltiness into a bit of a tart astringency then finishes with sweet malt and a bit of an oily piney hop bitterness lingering . carbonation is crisp and just peppy enough to be enjoyable . this is light bodied and with a crisp finish . i would actually prefer more malt through the finish and aftertaste for this oktoberfest . having enjoyed everything else i ve tried by weihenstephan in the past this was a little disappointing for me from the light color through the taste . i m shocked to say that i much prefer this year s sam adams oktoberfest . i did take a sniff and sip of this beer from a friend s glass a day later and it did n t seem to be as disappointing as this bottle . maybe i just got a bad one . i think this is too far off the traditional oktoberfest marzen style . will try again and update later .,aroma,0.4,0
i started drinking this stuff at my friends bar in cleveland oh the little king s lounge they were almost exclusive in their carrying of the beer as far as bars in the city went . doesnt smell the best but its small size oz makes drinking them easy . the fairly potent ac . tends to creep up on you after an pack of them or so . they just started brewing them again from a hiatus of a couple years . there was a little kings red that was around years ago was dumped after the first brewery quit brewing them and the rights were resold to another company .,aroma,0.4,0
got this oz . bottle on a tip from the guys at pinocchios . poured into a new belgium tulip glass an only slightly cloudy golden amber with a smallish one finger head which dissipated quickly . while there was lacing it was thin . the nose of this beer was amazing grapefruit orange mango and pineapple and pine . the taste is just about as good . it hits hard at first with the hop and citrus you would expect follows with some biscuity malt and ends with a pleasant dry bitterness . wow . mouthfeel was medium and mildly carbonated . this was a great beer . please convince lagunitas to keep going with this . and if you are an ipa lover and have n t tried it do it .,aroma,1.0,1
big thanks to mcallister and pixel for inviting my wife and i over to sample this growler . bright gold in color with a thick white foamy head . the head disappeared quickly however there were some great patches of lace clinging to the glass . great aroma of pine citrus namely tangerine and grass . solid sweet malt background followed by a good amount of piney citrusy hops . a lot of peach and tangerine flavors . very well balanced . medium body . very nicely done .,aroma,1.0,1
a . poured a clear copper with a short white dimminshing head some lacing on the glass . s. nutty bready pecasn leaves t.expaecting a sweet maltier brew from the nose suprisingly bitter . m. medium bodied medium carbonation good duration o . a well balanced brew and a good flavor i would have this brew again if given another oppurtunity .,aroma,0.9,1
i was expecting alot from this one as i ve heard good things about st amendment . guess i was expecting too much . looked like a really good wheat beer in appearance and the mouthfeel was pretty good but that taste of watermelon was truly awful . i know some people like fruit with their beer bur watermelon is not a good mix . truly a disappointment . glad i did n t stock up when i saw this on sale for a six pack . maybe now i know why .,aroma,0.2,0
appearance burnt straw with a very nice long lasting head . smell boom . very strong aroma of bread yeast spice and herbs probably from the hops . taste good but a little rough and unrefined compared to top echelon belgian tripels . hop bitterness is present . a little medicinal . this might need to be laid down longer . a nice beer . one i would drink again .,aroma,1.0,1
growler fill from cask at bierkraft stone leviation ale dry hopped with amarillo on cask poured into verboten tulip pint glass . a beautiful hazy copper color . little head but great carbonation . s huge floral hop aroma escapes from the glass . t extremely flavorful very hoppy with a hoppy grapefruit finish . very smooth with little kick . the hoppy finish may last too long . d exceptionally drinkable . goes down smooth and easy . excellent brew .,aroma,1.0,1
a ruddy and hazy pour with a medium white head that fades after a few minutes . spices are easily evident in the aroma smells like thanksgiving cranberry allspice some sweet malts and syrup . taste is dryer than the scent gives off . mildly malted but without the bitterness of the hop bite instead it is replaced with a lingering spiciness of pumpkin pie cinnamon and cloves with a very very faint lemon . some caramel and berry elements but not enough to turn it cloying surprisingly dry and reserved while remaining flavorful . flavor triggers a memory of supermarket brand generic cherry cola . mouthfeel is light and clean well carbonated . smooth no detectable alcohol taste very drinkable . thanks to aksmokedporter for this one .,aroma,0.9,1
so this was beer in this bell s th anniversary tasting party which was really my first exposure to bell s . also my observations might be a little off and i certainly do n t remember it so i ll have to rely on my notes . here goes nothin appearance something of a cloudy orange copper smell some dark fruit and spicy freshly cut grass taste well balanced hops with malt but each is distinguishable . i guess nothing was particularly noteworthy about it . mouthfeel medium bodied drinkability rather smooth with a bit of a dry finish,aroma,0.9,1
poured a yellow with little bit of foam and lots of lace with this hazy yellow hefeweizen . the smell of yeast and citrus filled the nose . the smell of banana is also there . the taste was really different . the taste of yeast wheat citrus and a touch of clove was evident . sour or bland on the finish . not impressed .,aroma,0.8,1
deep brown color . .i really like the nose . .definite cocoa and a slight hit of cherries . the nose is top notch but it goes down the tubes from there . a tart sour flavor overwhelmes this.perhaps it s the cherries . a soft chocloate flavor is a slightly noticable underlying flavor . . i was intrigued by this but i am dissapointed overall . .maybe i could just smell it and leave it at that . .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at the beachwood bbq a pours a golden slightly cloudy yellow light off white head . s very faint light wheat malt but struggling to find it . t taste is quite good . big taste of bready wheat malt sourdough bread light acidity . hops are there in a light balance but the beer is all about the great wheat malt taste . m light and smooth lightly acidic very refreshing . d another good beer from telegraph smell could use some work but overall enjoyable .,aroma,0.4,0
i bought a sam adams winter seasonal sampler and this one was in there . poured from bottle to tulip . a cloudy hazy caramel . nice carbonation with a thick creamy head that slowly recedes and leaves nice lacing . very beautiful beer . s immediate orange peel . very citrus with a hint of pepper . lemongrass and coriander . m creamy clean and smooth . bubbly to the tounge . t bitter on the front end with a zesty orange and coriander taste . it has a spice in the background . perhaps black pepper . a sweetness underlying that is perhaps honey . d well balanced . nothing overpowering . its pretty tame and easy to drink . smooth and crisp but nothing extraordinary .,aroma,0.9,1
tonight i m conducting an experiment that has long been in the works i m drinking and reviewing blithering idiot followed by insanity . pardon me in advance if my insanity review reads like the ramblings of . well a blithering idiot . stage one of two . a this pours nicely with a surprisingly light fizzy head that goes beyond the one finger mark . lighter colored than most american barleywines it s the color of watered down blood orange juice . s a lot of good stuff going on here . sweet dark fruits followed by . well honestly this beer has the aroma of the kind of fruit juice mixture that advertises its antioxidant qualities all over the bottle . dark rich even sort of . tropical . t a breath of fresh air for an american brewed barleywine . missing the overwhelming hops that sometimes welcomely accompany the style this beer is a study in sweet malts and rich acidic dark fruit . some alcohol burn on the finish certainly more than an extreme hop bomb type of american barleywine . m because of the alcohol burn and the sort of red wine dryness that accompanies this brew i was longing for a juicy hop aftertaste that one must try to forget about when enjoying this gem . but still . d still a weird category for me . i really like this beer so i d rate it high but if you were brought up on super hoppy beers this might take some getting used to .,aroma,1.0,1
for stout lovers this beer may disappoint . as another reviewer puts it it s dessert in a bottle . but i m not sure that dessert is what most beer connoisseurs are looking for in their drink . the mouthfeel texture is like french silk pie . silky and slick . the taste is overwhelmingly chocolatey there s not enough bitterness to really make a claim for coffee flavors unless it s one of those coffee drinks or liquified sundaes they serve up at starbucks . the aroma is promising it smells like it could be a rich but balanced stout . yet without the backbone of hoppiness on the finish this stout becomes pretty monotone about half way through . i d say it s a great beer to suggest to non beer lovers the kind of folks unfortunately many women i am ashamed to admit who either get the blandest tasting mainstream lite beer or opt for a sweet cocktail just to remain part of the crowd . and there s nothing wrong with that .,aroma,0.8,1
bottled on april . classic huge stout looks . very thin brown head . black and thick looking as it sits in the glass . smells of espresso coffee and black licorice up front . lots of sublties in the smell department . other smells of dark chocolates milk chocolate hot chocolate alcohol booze vanilla beans and raisons not to mention many more . bitter taste up front definatly wins over the sweet malts . bitter aftertaste . most of the smells are ditto in the taste . good mouthfeel thick chewy and bitter . nice brew . a sipper .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer had a beautiful color and good head retention . nose is malty and sweet and the initial taste is the same . unfortunately the beers characteristics disappears quickly . not that it should be the goal of a beer drinker or a characteristic of a good beer but one could probably get really drunk off of this tilburg offering . it s maybe a little too sweet for it s own good and definetly more sweet than most brown ales .,aroma,0.9,1
a a cloudy orange with some carbonation . s one of the best smelling beers of the tasting lots of cinnamon with pumpkin and some nutmeg . t overwhelmingly cinnamon not much else though . however as it warmed it became more balance and the pumpkin flavors came through . m light in body with a little but of carbonation . o another surprise of the tasting after having a good bit of harpoon beer i was worried about this one but it ended up tasting decent after warming up a little .,aroma,0.9,1
pours clear amber color . lots of tiny bubbles stick to the side of the glass but the head disappates in seconds . not much for aroma just a little grainy malt . crisp mouthfeel mild hoppy aftertaste very easy drinking . if heineken made an amber it would be just like this .,aroma,0.4,0
i poured this one against my better judgment . i normally never drink anything out of a green bottle but i took a leap of faith . it pours a watery piss straw yellow with a light white head . it smells just like coors light . the taste is n t quite as bad but it s not very good . it s got very little character and is slightly sweet as if they poored honey into a lager . the mouthfeel is very light and crisp . it has good carbonation . overall this is a very poor oktoberfest and not very drinkable . i expect better from hofbrau .,aroma,0.2,0
served in a pint glass the beer pours a dark copper color with about an inch off white head . it smells very spicy like cinnamon and nutmeg . i ca n t smell anything else in this beer as the spices are so strong . the taste is pretty much the same way it smells spicy . the mouthfeel is medium with a good amount of carbonation . drinkability is ok it does go down easy . the beer looks and smells nice but in my opinion there s too much spice in it . with that being said i d drink it again sometime .,aroma,0.8,1
ml into orval chalice . pours with a short cream colored head over a dark cola colored body . aromas are really slight for the style . roasted fig red grape cocoa beans . incredibly smooth very easy drinking . flavors include ripe red grapes cinnamon roasted malt . very sweet and almost syrupy with the weak carbonation . still could not tell this was . overall this is a really easy drinking bsda but lacked some of the depth you generally get particularly in the aroma and body .,aroma,0.4,0
a dark brown black s nice blend of cocoa and leafy hops.really impresses on the nose . t hops are a little more forward on the taste . .interesting hop dimensions . some bright citrus . .and some grungy pine and weed like notes . roasted malts . .also some darker cocoa . m rich . fuller bodied . .feels bigger than a regular black ipa . body fits . o top notch effort . would n t expect anything else .,aroma,1.0,1
pours pale straw with pristine clarity . one finger head fizzles out quickly and leaves no lacing . the aroma is overpoweringly light struck and blocks out any other odors . sweet pale malt corn and rice flavor soon overwhelmed by skunk aftertaste . typical light body and high carbonation mouthfeel slightly acidic . finishes fairly clean considering the spoilage from long exposure to light . the bottle version is seriously flawed by the time it reaches my local beer store but i d love to try some on tap to get an untainted sample .,aroma,0.2,0
brown oz bottle last one from my six pack of batch feb poured into a standard pint glass . a pours with a very thin brownish head that retreats to ring almost immediately . deep reddish brown with a little haze and some sediment . excellent lacing . s caramel and toffee with a hint of alcohol and some roastiness in the background . overall the aroma is more subdued than i would expect from a beer this big . t rich and malty but without being too sweet . caramel and a biscuity graininess . quite a bit of hop bitterness and warming alcohol in the aftertaste then finally a sugary sweetness at the very end . m enough carbonation to keep things light even in such a big beer . the alcohol helps to keep things slick over the tongue too . d i do n t think i would have two but that has nothing to do with the beer itself simply the alcohol content . very enjoyable .,aroma,0.6,1
the local store finally got this in . oz brown bottle . says it was bottled this month nice . it pours a hazy cidre orange color . the head is white and foamy and leaves very nice lacing behind . this one smells pretty damn awesome . i m glad i got it super fresh . it is bursting with hop scents . it has a nice candied orange peel some mild mango and some grapefruit . i love smelling the tropical fruit bombs tasting them is hit or miss we shall see . this one tastes pretty damn awesome too . the ample amount of bitterness accents the fruitiness nicely . there is a lot more pine and grapefruit peel in the flavor which i like . i love mangoes and citrus and pretty much all tropical fruits there is only one that irks me and it is pineapple there does n t seem to be much of it here luckily . it has a nice mineral water flavor to it as well . it is a very finely crafted dipa . it is n t an out of control hop bomb and is n t too sweet . it definitely is leaning towards bitter but it is n t the most bitter dipa you will find . the resinous hops seem to stick in your mouth forever with a lasting bitterness . the mouthfeel is decent but not perfect for this one . all that bitterness leaves a bit of dryness . much like say a hopslam this one is a dangerously drinkable brew especially with a hearty abv . it is immensely quaffable . central waters had me with their stouts now they have me with their dipa . this brewery is really starting to make more and more quality beers .,aroma,1.0,1
serving ml bottle into a snifter glass . appearance poured a deep hazelnut brown gradient from a deep brown at the bottom of the glass to a creamy brown near the top of the glass . minimal lacing and no lasting head . smell top marks here . as it warmed it ran the gamut of aromas from root beer estery banana and authentic wet vanilla sticks . taste competing flavours of medium roast coffee gingerbread cinnamon banana and very light toffee tones all faintly come to the surface and then disappear . mouthfeel light sparkly carbonation with initially subdued heat from alcohol . at first sip i would not guess . . drinkability oddly enough for a barleywine i found this much more pleasing at lower temperatures . it starts off offering complex flavours and aromas but the alcohol comes through more as it warms up and the nuances become more muted . the bitterness not entirely pleasant comes out and it gets more yeasty acidic and acridic . as it warms the maltiness also comes out but it is overpowering and there is mediciney alcohol taste even sulphurous in the taste but not the nose . overall not a session beer this one is a sipper but do n t sip too slowly . i actually found my tongue completely assaulted by this beer near the end . i much preferred the subtle and complex flavours when it was cold versus the overwhelming alcohol bitterness and maltiness as it warmed .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a nice slighlty hazed amber with a huge pillowy head great retention and nice sticky lacing . lots of small carbonation bubbles zipping through the beer as well . the smell is very mild with a bit of toasted bready malt coming through . while the smell was a bit small the flavor is the opposite very big . huge fruity malts up front with a bit of sweet apricots and a touch of raisins toasted malt and bread qualities linger as a strong juniper and grapefruit bitterness take over and linger on the tongue . the mouthfeel has a medium body with a creamyness to it a touch of resiny oil keep make the bitterness last . overall pretty solid enjoyed it .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at redbones . big foamy head a mix of burnt malt and thick coconut in the aroma very aromatic . nice clash of burnt malt that strays to slightly to the acidic side and the mild sweetness of the toasted coconut . hops are by the waist side and seem just to balance . very interesting and yet another beer i wish i had with dessert though this would have been better with the sweet potato pie .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pours a dark black body with neither much head nor lacing smell dark rum soaked fruits bitter chocolate and tobacco taste starts out rather sweet with a heavy dose of malty dark fruit then a blast of tobacco and bitter chocolate blend together the finish however is a bit disappointing as some sour medicinal notes creep in at the very end mouthfeel rich and full bodied with a decent level of carbonation drinkability were it not for the finish this would have been an extraordinary brew . based on some other reviews i ll have to keep my eye out for another batch that may not have the bitter aftertaste .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle version . appearance clear amber in color with a huge head that lasted forever . nice lacing developed . smell caramel and mild bitterness are detectable . taste bread caramel ripe fruits butter and a hearty bitterness level . alcohol is mildly noticeable . mouthfeel lightly crisp at the start smooth and mildly dry towards the finish . aftertaste lingers briefly . drinkability easy to quaff even though the alcohol is noticeable . definitely worth picking it up and giving it a try .,aroma,0.6,1
at first i noticed an earthy flowery rose type of aroma without the sweetness . after that came a stinky septic smell . i take a deep whiff and i m reminded of an outdoor porta jon that was recently disinfected . i guess it s a byproduct of the yeast during fermenting . the pour looks good enough so i take a sip . the flavors are quite good and easily drinkable . malty nutty some bitterness at the tip of my tongue .,aroma,0.4,0
heavyweight cinderbock appearance hazy brown tinted orange with a thin head no lacing . smell smoked ham . small woodchips cedar hickory and cherry . taste like a smoked ham sandwich . sweet malt and a slight roasted hickory hop flavor . mouthfeel smokey like accidentally inhaling the campfire . very sweet throughout . overall no.no.no. just ca n t drink it . sorry heavyweight but smoked ham flavored beers are not my forte . just too smokey and too sweet . might go well for those of you eating a big meaty meal but not enjoyable otherwise .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance fairly deep amber pour a finger of creamy smooth foam on top . some good beading off the etching on the glass bottom . not much lace but a good looking beer despite . aroma bready grainy with a touch of sweetness . fairly non assuming . taste a good statement of toasted grain right outta the gate . lots of grain character mildly sweet . the swallow does n t really balance with the hops just kind of pushes back for a moment before the toastiness returns . maltiness gains the advantage at the finish as my more favorite ofests ought to do . a bit of alcohol warmth at the end . mouthfeel a touch crispy on the carbonation a solid body . well done . drinkability a superior fall beer thanks to bgthang for providing a sixer of these for the upcoming halloween beer tasting . well a fiver now .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a cloudy orange colour slighty dusty with head that is off white fairly dense with not a lot of retention sinks to a thin cloud on the top but a nice sticky ring of dense tight lace around the glass . quite tripelly and pretty good . smells pretty decent as well . nice rich fruit slight tartness but also a touch of bitterness . dried apricots on there with a touch of banana mango and even guava on there . slight musty belgian spice at the back green pepper and a hint of vanilla . quite delicious really . taste is a little bit off kilter . starts sweet and very fruity with baked apple and apricot notes that become fairly musty on the mid with a slight bland flatness that seems more like the sweetness just diminishes a bit . late mid it turns slightly bitter with an uncomfortable capsicaian flavour and an unnuanced phenolic note sort of the medical astringency without the robustness just a bit blah . overall not as sweet as i like my tripels and just lacking in complex mid and late notes especially for . a bit of a sizzle on the midway point and throughout really . body almost defends against it but not quite . ok though not harsh . yeah an enjoyable enough beer and the alcohol is well hidden . but i was happier smelling and anticipating than i was actually experiencing the flavour .,aroma,0.9,1
this is a good beer certainly overhyped though . well its hard not to be over hyped when its the most hyped beer in the world but what can you do . appearance nice color true to style . smell fantastic lots of citrus pine and bubble gum . a little hint of sweetness and no apparent alcohol smell . taste nice and bright and hoppy . there is a strong piney taste on the finish and not much else . it is decently balanced but could use some more malt backbone . mouthfeel its a little dry on the palate not as much as blind pig also it has some astringency that makes the overall coating of the mouth not as good as it should be . drinkability for a double ipa it is fairly drinkable but with the mouthfeel issues that i had with it i think that it certainly is not an everyday beer . if you find this beer try it but its not the best around .,aroma,1.0,1
i really do n t get why they call this a irish ale . the beer is much more scottish in style . color was dark red good carbonation and mouthfeel . flavor was super strong caramel malt with perhaps even a hint of smokiness . beer was too heavy to be a irish ale .,aroma,0.4,0
received as an extra from macky . thanks matt . i really enjoyed trying this interesting brew . poured from a oz bottle into a snifter . a this beer pours black in color with a nice finger mocha head . there is moderate head retention and nice lacing . s espresso toffee chocolate and a bit of peanut butter are the main whiffs i get . overall this is a complex smelling beer and wonderfully balanced . t disappointingly not as good as the smell . the taste starts out good but the finish just feels watered down and tasteless . at the start i get some coffee toast and some unexpected hops . then all taste fades away and i feel like i m drinking a flat soda . m probably my biggest complainant about this beer is that it feels like an ipa . while the flavors are great i would just like a little bit more body to the feel and a tad more of an aftertaste and a little less carbonation . d pretty good drinkability . the initial flavors are pretty good it goes down easy and is on the thin side .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance is a solid above average but below good with a semi cloudy yellow pour kind of a fizzy yellow drink head look but really nice carbonation even in a regular pint glass all my sensory glasses were dirty . smell is . off . i smell a light clove ish scent and bready yeast . smells almost like a dubbel that sat too long . not awful but really odd per style . taste is also very odd to style . i do n t get much in the way of hops at all . this reminds me more of fat tire than any ipa i ve ever had . again not that this is a bad thing except that this is supposed to be an ipa . mouth is no complaints it s low medium body with relatively high carbonation . drinkability.it s actually quite nice for this summer night refreshing but it s not an ipa . .,aroma,0.4,0
was enjoyed at the saint arnold s st.patty s day party . pours with a fat thumb head with decent stout lacing . smell is amazing lots of sweet bourbon and chocolate plum . lots of bourbon upfront but it really is remarkable how enjoyable it is despite the fact that its like sipping straight bourbon . this beer would age soooo beautifully . . . a wonderful beer that i was honored to have tried at a really fun event but that open bar kicked my butt in the end . .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a light straw yellow very fizzy with a one finger head of white bubbles . surprisingly the head sticks around for a while with decent lacing on the glass . aroma is pretty strong dms light pils malt with maybe a little spicy hops way in the back . this tastes better than it smells . the flavor is pretty sweet light bready pils malt a matching level of hop bitterness and maybe a faint spicy citrus hop flavor . aftertaste is short sweet and mostly flavorless . mouthfeel is watery and fizzy with a sharp zing across the tongue from carbonation . finish is a short lived fizziness . pretty much a standard american fizzy yellow flavorless lager . the smell is really bad but the flavor is ok for what it s supposed to be . i certainly would n t buy this but at a wedding reception it was fun to review .,aroma,0.3,0
on tap at pacific coast a the pour is amber in color not surprisingly with a decent khaki colored head . s not a very pleasant aroma i must say . there s definitely some sweetness which is the nicest thing i can say about this beer . there s some sweaty butt crack aroma and quite a bit of alcohol as well . t at least this does n t taste like ass crack at least i do n t think it does . decently bitter with some grapefruit juice but also some cleaning solution maybe lemon pledge . . a bit of toffee malt flavor too . m the body is medium and so is the carbonation . d just bad . i had thought that the grey whale and megalodon were the bottom of the barrel but this is certainly in the running .,aroma,0.3,0
i have to disagree with the other reviews of this beer working as a beertender here in florida i have never once recommended this beer and had someone not like it . it is a great replication of an english mild or amber ale by wild goose probably the best beer they make that we can get here in fl .,aroma,0.6,1
the color is an amber deep red . it has a thin cream colored head . the smell is strong pundget and fruity sweet and tangy . at first sip it is malty sweet and smooth . you can taste the tangy ness bitterness and sweetness that black raspverries and blueberries pack in the back end of the beer you can almost taste the skin of the fruit . this beer is n t as sweet as you would expect like most fruit beers . overall pretty good .,aroma,0.9,1
i sampled this brew on a recent visit to the brewpub . the beer arrives in a pint glass a hazy gold color witha frothy bleached white surface layer resting on the top . the head doesnt fade much throughout and leaves some spotty lacing as i drink . the aroma is banana and bready yeast as well as some spicy cloves and a hint of lemon . three checks for typical weisse nose . the first sip reveals a lite body with mild yet tingly carbonation . the flavor is mostly sweet with a bit of caramel and some cloves and lemon again . there is also the expected wheat twang . the beer finishes with a lite lingering banana presence . very drinkable and goes well with my salmon and asian vegetables . quite nice brew for sure .,aroma,1.0,1
capped reddish bottle just like the picture . poured into a oversized wine glass it is easily managed . orange body off white head . my first impression is that its decent . it seems to be less than a double in content considering i had a regular dead guy side by side . very similar . largely based on a sweet malt base . rather sticky mouthfeel and slightly syrupy . i was n t a huge fan of the original so it should n t be a shock that i did n t like this very much . its well brewed just not for me . too much of the sticky sweet side of things .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer was a little disappointing for a wheat . the wheat catagory finds in way into my fridge often this time of year and trying new ones always is fun . this wheat however is a bit too hopped for my tastes and covers up the subtle flavors wheat beers contain . a clear light golden s very floral light notes of grain t strong bitter hops light crisp dry m clean and dry d moderate would pair well with fruit,aroma,0.4,0
i know its early but ive been into pumpkin beers . poured into a snifter . pours a solid orange color with a rapidly disappearing head . smells of overly spiced pumpkin pie which is a good thing . cinnamon and clove come out straight away . a little more pumpkin on the nose than the others i ve had this year . tastes a bit watered down . others have been more up front with the spices and the pumpkin flavor is usually lost somewhere in the mix but this one is sugar spice and nothing exceptional . a little more of a crispness to it too . the smell was completely misleading i think i found pumpkin in this one somewhere but the spices are glaringly absent with the exception of cinnamon which comes through the nose it kind of leaves an off flavor behind that i do n t like . cant really pin it down astringent maybe possibly malt or grain or even some kind of errant spices but its bad . if you havent had it try it but i wouldnt recommend it .,aroma,0.8,1
just experienced the gb hefeweizen which oddly enough is currently being advertised as the perfect beer for summer and available in july . it s february . go figure . the beer was presented in a glass that in itself was a work of art . a nice head gave way to an even nicer color which was a hazy rich golden yellow straw colored with orange to amber undertones . the visual was nicely offset with a mellow banana clove bouquet a nice treat for the olfactory . however the mouth feel was much lighter than i expected nice for a brunch maybe with a nice light omelet seafood or chicken for example but overall i missed the slight chewy taste and body that accompanies most hefes . sadly the aftertaste was virtually nonexistent . i kept waiting for a nice little bite that sweet balance between fizz and flavor resulting from good conditioning but the more i drank of this light bodied brew the more it took on the characteristics of a somewhat flat soda . all in all an ok brew but does n t stand up to the all the gb hype or their signature garlic fries for that matter .,aroma,0.8,1
a nice seasonal beer right here from a good brewery . the best part about it is the appearance as its a nice hearty fall color . lacking a little bit on the smell but the taste has all the usual fall spices in these seasonals . very drinkable and balanced with a nice body to it . along with the lack of smell there s also a lack of carbonation i thought which would have improved the score . good overall though .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a monster tan colored head of inches . fairly dark brown ruby red can be seen through the liquid when held to the light . the beer smells like fresh paint . not really sure how to describe it i guess it s malt . some toastiness . rich toasted malts caramel and toffee . some nuttiness in the taste a little bit of candied sweetness like the center of a tootsie pop with the fruit flavored bits around it . very tasty especially once it has warmed the flavors really come alive and blend together quite nicely . the taddy feels dry in the mouth fairly high carbonation . medium mouthfeel . very creamy . has a melt in your mouth feel to it . this beer is extremely drinkable and at it will take quite a few before you re drunk . the great taste makes it easy to consume . very delicious beer it s a pleasure to be able to try this one .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer was a gift from my parents on christmas . i do n t know if it was supposed to be this way but it had a large amount of light sediment suspended in the bottle . my guess was that it was not supposed to be this way . it poured nicely into a pint glass . small to regular sized head . the smell was revoltingly strong . i could smell the skunkiness inches from my face . i hardly wanted to taste it . the taste was hard to analyze over the putrid smell but from what i could taste there were hints of vanilla and possibly caramel . i hope something was wrong with this particular bottle . i ca n t imagine a beer like this being intended to be this unpleasant to the senses .,aroma,0.2,0
ml green bottle with a metal twist off lid a bit odd . picked this up from abe s in bethlehem on a whim just wanted to try a kristalweizen . best by date apr . poured into a pilsner glass all my weixen glasses got broken . huge white head and tons of carbonation swirling up from the bottle very clear golden color . aroma is lots of banana and lemon very nice and assertive . taste is much softer not quite as enjoyable . finish is n t clean a bit of a lingering aftertaste . very light bodied and highly carbonated goes down easily but im definately going to be burping after this one . drinkable . yes but i do n t know if it makes me want another . something nice to try but i love yeast and all the vitamins that come with it so i would pass on this one again but am glad to have tried it .,aroma,0.9,1
beer poured a medium shade of cloudy brown with orange tints here and there when held up to the light . about of khaki colored head that quickly faded to a very thin cap with little to no lacing . in the smell i got the smoke and brown sugary sweetness right away with sourdough bread and the smell of a filter tipped cigarello coming in late . interesting . the taste is very smoky and has maybe a beer bacon grease flavor to it . definitely smoked pork of some sort . hard for me to describe maybe because this is my first of this style . mouthfeel is not very impressive . kind of creamy feeling but very thin at the same time.medium carbonation and lingering smoke . overall this brew was average to decent for me . i could n t see myself drinking more than one of these at a sitting but if it were all that were available i probably would n t turn it down .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a . l bottle into a weizen glass after warming out of the fridge for a few minutes . best before listed is november of . a poured a very hazy straw colour with a very full two inch white head which dissipated very quickly . what was left was a thin creamy white head . s yeasty grainy cereal also very sweet in your face clove scent and a slight fruity banana scent . t upfront you get a slight banana taste and behind that you get a very funky yeasty bread like taste also with some bitter hops . nothing very strong going on in this one the flavours all seem somewhat dulled down like a nitro can beer . there is also a slight metallic taste . the finish is much better as i taste a very fruity apple and banana aftertaste with a hint of yeast almost like brown bread . m very creamy medium body and medium carbonation . the mouthfeel is excellent in my opinion and quite possibly the best part about this beer . d the flavour was off on this one for me . i could have had a bad bottle so i ll revisit this one eventually to give it another go . with that said the mouthfeel is what had me drawn to this beer while enjoying it for that reason the beer is quite drinkable . overall an alright beer for me . like i stated this could have been a bad bottle . hopefully my next encounter with this beer is better . cheers .,aroma,0.9,1
capped and corked bottle courtesy of bmanning . pours brown with a large thick and foamy tan head . large amounts of lacing . nose is quite strange . i get some mildly funky notes along with ginger cinnamon and other spices . however the nose is dominated by something everyone seemed to describe as akin to swtrawberry seeds . everything was incongruent and did n t really come together . taste was much better with the apices integrating and the strawberry seed scent fading into the funk . good mouthfeel like nearly all fantome beers . nice complexity and quite drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into pilsner glass . a nice amber color not entirely clear but not quite cloudy . off white to tan head but not much of it . leaves a little lacing . s i sniffed and detected something unexpected something i could n t immediately identify . sniffed again . yep i knew that smell but still could n t place it . on a long open mouth inhale it hit me strawberry jam on bisquits . ok maybe nobody else got this impression but once i pegged that aroma it stuck in my head every time i lifted the glass and i happen to love that smell not the cheapo manufactured strawberry crap or the grocery store berries that are picked green this is the smell of jam made from home grown fully ripe berries . after i got past that first impression i identified sweet malt bisquit ripe fruit and a little citrus . t rewarding taste . reinforced my strawberries on biscuits impression but this is all beer no fruit beverage here . nice balance of hops to malt but with a little lingering sweetness on the tongue . m medium body slight tingly sensation from the carbonation fairly dry . good back of the mouth effect . d this is a very drinkable beer . i enjoyed this a lot and will come back to it . i d like to try it on tap . i could keep this in the fridge for enjoying with friends when i run short on home brew .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a nice orange amber color minimal white head fades fast with little lacing on the glass leaves a thin cap on top for a good portion of the drink . smell has a strong piney grapefruit aroma the grapefruit really shines through as the star the aroma kind of reminds me of the triple ipa . taste starts out with a musty like hop presence the fruity grapefruit comes into play minimal hop bitterness though since it s more of a citrusy fruit hop than harsh bitter malt helps smooth things over with a touch of sweetness carbonation is soft and lends a creaminess slightly syrupy and thick but not overwhelming .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to ericandersnavy for sharing this bottle . the beer pours an orange color with a white head . the aroma is straight buttered popcorn . the flavor is more of the same . there is a ton of butter in the beer . something definitely went wrong in the brewing of this beer because there are no doppelbock notes only butter and a little bit of bready malt . medium mouthfeel and medium carbonation . disappointing .,aroma,0.4,0
ordered a bottle while at lunch with friends . poured into a standard pint glass . yellow color lots of carbonation . pretty large head but that disappeared quickly . not much lacing . really lacks in the smell department not much there . taste was just average . typical macro lager flavors bit of corn not much hops . pretty watery body which makes it semi easy to drink but kinda blah on the palate . got it because i have not had one in years and i do n t plan on another any time soon .,aroma,0.4,0
oz . can into glass pint . f . ea . a bright amber body topped with a big rocky head of excellent retention . leaves sticky lace and a thick bubbly cover . s sweet malt dominates bordering on a corn aroma . hops tends towards citrus but is definitely an afterthought . t caramel malt throughout but a bit on the weak side . slight sweetness with all but unnoticeable hop character . pretty poor . resinous bitter aftertaste builds . m oily medium body with low to medium carbonation . bubbles bite the tongue at the end but i ca n t shake the thought that this beer is coating my tongue . d if you are expecting an ipa you are going to be disappointed . if you can get past that the beer is good enough but is n t something i would settle on . o i was expecting more . not much more i can say .,aroma,0.3,0
cheers to finnman for this one . pours a purple tinged chestnut with fingers of brown flecked tan . average lacing head retention s coffee a bit of chocolate grows stronger as this warms t coffee grounds black patent malt a bit of mocha herbal hops up front . more coffee dryness a touch of caramel as this warms . finishes with more coffee a bit of oaky dryness mf smooth with moderate carbonation drinks pretty good but a little too much coffee for me to session on,aroma,0.9,1
bottled bottle color is dark brown and cloudy . the head is fairly small but foamy no surprise on a bigger aged beer . some stickiness of what is left on the side . the smell is delightful . it is mostly of berries grapes and a hint of alcohol . it s also very pleasantly subtle enough to let you know it s there without much effort but not enough to knock you down with one sniff . the taste is something i have n t had in a beer before and is hard to describe . the malt stands out there is a bit of a buttery factor and a bit of a grainy factor taste not texture . there is some bitterness in the back . i think it s pretty good but not great . the mouthfeel is fairly lively but smooth . nice easy finish . drinkability is hard to determine . surely it is n t a session beer by design . i certainly would n t want another one of these but i ll get through this one fine . overall this is n t bad . while this certainly has n t went south i d love to taste one of these a bit younger . it was worth a try and the . i paid was worth the try even if it wo n t be a priority in my future .,aroma,0.9,1
pours out a brown amber little light gets throught . nice tan head . smell is sharp and roasted malt is slightly sweet . i really dont like the taste its just an off roasted maltiness slightly sweet . it has good carbonation but the balance sucks . overall avoid .,aroma,0.7,1
scorched orange body has a slight haze . topped by a fat cushion of light khaki brown head . good lacing . nose is rich with buttery diacetyl sugar cookie malt and flowery bitter hops . the buttery character kind of dominates though . tingly toasted hop bitterness up front . turns floral with the big addition of sugary butter cookie malts . mango pear and citrus show up as well before the soapy toasted hop bitter finish . maltier than i expected and definitely more of an english ipa . medium body with a creamy feel . not bad .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a golden orange rust color with about inches of foam that took its time to disappear and left some decent lacing s aroma is lots of citrus mainly grapefruit along with some nice piney scents t like the smell leads you to expect lots of citursy grapefruit flavors mixed with plenty of piney hops and some light sweet malts m d very easy drinking with just enough bite to keep you coming back for more . i m glad this is becoming easier to find here in pa definitely a nice treat .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle . into a pint glass . into the drain in the sink . a poured a cloudy orange amber color with a thin off white head . no lacing or head retention to speak of . s fruity esters with a slight smell of pumpkin . more in the way of spice . specifically nutmeg and allspice . the smell is actually the strong point of this beer . t overly sweet and yeasty . strong taste of allspice and nutmeg with a slight pumpkin flavor . this tastes pretty much like crap . m a watery thin body with heavy carbonation . d if you can get through one . you ve accomplished something to be proud of . pumpkin ales are not my favorite to begin with but there are much better examples of this style on the market . for example southern tier dfh .,aroma,0.6,1
time for one of my least favorite styles of beer . hopefully this will persuade me to try more . pours perfectly for a clear golden body with a nicely thick presentation of foam . the retention on to the head is impeccable . the aroma is citrusy with notes of orange and a hint of peel . there probably is some coriander in here too . taste wise this is rich with an herbal bubble gum flavor . there is also a hint of white grape too . the brew finishes with an almost grape fruit flavor . maybe due to this having more hops than normal wheat beers . this feels crisp and clean with nothing in between . this is a good sessionable beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz . bottle with a festive headless horseman holding a beer aloft . appearance amber to orange hue disturbingly thin looking for an ale . the head disappeared very quickly . smell mmmm . pumpkin pie . taste mouthfeel the smell misleads the drinker into expecting a much thicker beer it s actually a bit on the thin and watery side . obvious autumnal spices but it s so thin it s not doing too much for me . drinkability one at a time thanks .,aroma,0.9,1
quite a nice and pleasant aroma with qualities of banana slight clove a little phenol and a general light and sweet fruitiness with a backing of wheat . big full steady head that s white and fluffly . dark gold but only slightly cloudy . surprisingly light in overall flavor that is such a contrast to the complexity of the aroma . kind of duller and flatter version of the aroma with some wheat and phenol very low fruitiness or clove . a little dry . does have a thirst quenching quality . light not necessarily thin to medium feel and low sense of richness . overall a great aroma and appearance otherwise average at best . decent thirst quenching qualities . does n t warm up particularily well .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance this is not a great looking beer . it is a murky brown and has zero head . i was actually able to count twelve bubbles on the surface . smell the smell is excellent . the bourbon comes through in the form of vanilla and a touch of oakiness . toffee and caramel come through as well as long as a touch of rye . taste the rye and hops are noticeable right away along with the toffee and caramel . the finish is distinctly bourbon with a strong vanilla flavor . a slight bit of funk keeps it interesting but does n t go too far . mouthfeel with absolutely zero carbonation this feels like water . well to be more accurate sugar water it is pretty sweet . it is also very thin . overall this is certainly a unique beer . it is exceptionally tasty and smells fantastic but i am having a very hard time getting over the mouthfeel . i suppose that if this beer is approached more like a beer flavored wine it might work a little better . i have absolutely loved all the other hotd beers i have tried and taste wise this is no exception . call me small minded but i ca n t get over the lack of bubbles . that said i ll look forward to popping open the two in my cellar over the next couple years .,aroma,0.9,1
this is one seriously delicious beer . i have n t been reviewing in a while due to laziness but this one prompted me to get of my lazy ass and open up notepad . i had the last year and it was good . this bottle is from the spring release and it is absolutely amazing . courtesy of the wine gallery kenmore in boston those guys are great check them out . pours completely black into my dogfish head pint glass with an off brown foamy head . this is n t very heady but it still looks damn good . smell is malty and dark chocolate espresso with a bunch of floral notes from the hops . taste is smooth and accentuated by the hops . roasty and some serious but good alcohol heat . wow . i got a half case but i doubt i ll be able to age any of these . i just do n t have the strength to not drink this bomber of happiness .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a hazy orange with a head that sticks around for the duration . no lacing . s awful and stale . very minimal hop presence . the best comparison i can give is that it smells like a batch of underwhelming home brew . something funky as well t balanced and tame despite what the label says . minty hops are the prevalent note . m medium bodied and just the right amount of carbonation . o not great but freshness is in question .,aroma,0.3,0
a light golden colour thin head which vanishes a few sips into the drink . s grass carbonation smells light grains . t for the most part it is like the smell add a sweet nectar sugary taste and some sweetened white bread . mf thin like water a lot of carbonation far too much for my liking it seems to take away from any more pronounced flavour which could be appreciated with this particular beer . o standard macrobrew content yourself for what it is certainly not the worst of them but if one is ever stuck it would do .,aroma,0.3,0
ounce bomber purchased at jimmie garants in alpena mi for . . no bottling date was located . it was poured into a tulip glass . an aggressive pour yields two fingers of impressively dark mocha colored head . the retention is not fantastic but it is nice looking for a while . thick lacing sticks to the glass where head has once been . the beer is pitch dark . for the style it is a very impressive glass of beer to look at . the aroma is earthy and fruity . it smells sweet with hints of licorice . unfortunately it also smells a bit like soy sauce . regardless one can not deny that it is a very robust porter . im getting the mocha right away in the flavor . its a sweet hersheys syrup like flavor paired with a light body . as it is not accompanied by any kind of creaminess that i normally associate with chocolate flavored beers it is difficult to wrap my head around at first . aside from the chocolate forward flavor the beer is laden with subtle complexities . a few sips in im getting used to the feel and i begin to notice nice earthy notes in the roasted malts . there is a small amount of snap pea flavor but not enough to be a turnoff . the finish is laced with a decent amount of hop bitterness but well within proper balance of the preceding sweetness . i am quite intrigued by the seeming contradictions within and how they add up to something that works . as previously stated the beer is light bodied and contains very little carbonation so it feels pretty watery . how they packed so much flavor into such a light package is beyond my understanding . unfortunately it doesnt make for a very exciting beer in the mouth . call it blasphemy but i think the feel of this porter would be much improved on nitro . all of this adds up to an interesting experience that doesnt bear repeating . it looks great but the aroma and feel are underwhelming and the taste intriguing as it may be doesnt urge me to come back for more . mocha porter is only available on tap and in a bomber so if you want to take it home youre pretty much forced to buy ounce servings . that is frustrating it itself although to their credit for a bomber isnt that bad . however after the first tulip fill was finished i was ready for something else . the two schlitz scale see my profile for an explanation i dont give a schlitz for mocha porter . this beer has gone rogue for a reason .,aroma,0.6,1
this is my fourth different paulaner and with the possible exception of heffeweiss im just not that impressed with their line . like the others this poured with a thick foamy head which dissipated almost immeidately and left little lacing . the body was thin the taste okay but the finish watery . i rated it just under and i was being kind at that .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into pint glass . typical porter delivery shallow head which dissipates rather quickly w good lacing . deep dark brown nearly opaque . smells of high carbonation but reveals it s body and flavor in taste . rich bitter taste with a medium to light mouthfeel . carbonation is present but not overbearing . overall i d say this a porter that slightly bests boulevard but there are so many other porters out there that are better that it would be hard to consider purchasing this one again .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer poured a nice dark gold with an off white head that faded to lacing but did n t want to go away . the aroma off course contains a lot of sweet malt lager notes but there s a bit of fruit in there as well on this beer . the taste follows through with a good roasted malt and once again that bit of fruit combined with the full body and good co this is a pretty drinkable beer .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a bronze hue with a large two finger which fades into tons of lacing slightly hard to see through . s super hoppy and sweet with a mixture of predominant pine flavor and underlying grapefruit notes . absolutely exquisite . t taste is very reminiscent of pliny the elder but possibly better balanced . lots of malt which dulls the hop bitterness but there is a good amount of hoppiness in flavor . m thick with a lot of carbonation . d this is an absolutely amazing dipa and a pleasure to drink perhaps a bit thick for more than one but it s amazing .,aroma,1.0,1
konig ludwig weiss pours clear for a weiss golden color with lasting head . virtually no aroma to this one . creamy banana flavor lasts long turning crisp . on the lighter side of a good weiss beer . very clean aftertaste . overall a very appealing weiss beer consumed without the customary lemon wedge .,aroma,0.4,0
been a few years since last i met de dolle s stille nacht . not sure how old it is but city beverage in winston salem were clearing out their winter ales so i assume it was from . who knows . the pour does not produce a remarkably appetizing looking beer . head is thin color is murky rust water . looks like apple cider . i do like the suspended sediment i can always go for that although i know many find it undesirable . the aroma could n t be more freaking amazing . sweet spices remind of holiday pies fresh from the oven . pear peach apple raped by yeast and drowned in alcohol . slight booziness gives a soothing warmth without seeming medicinal . here comes that sexy yeast again . could n t stop smelling it wanted to snort it then i remembered it s meant to be taken orally . sticky vodka soaked orange slices dominate the flavor mingling politely with other fruits . quite sugary yet somehow kept in check . the yeast performs beautifully on the tongue just as it does in the nose . it s sweet it s yeasty it s fruity it s boozy it s not subtle but somehow well balanced despite all that . probably not a great gateway belgian but an indulgence for any experienced belgian beer connoisseur . slips and slides on the tongue with a light syrupy glaze . just enough carbonation to keep it from feeling flat as it s ultimately very smooth in texture . very nice all around . merely good drinkability because it s potent the alcohol making its presence known both in buzz and flavor . but cloying alcohol . no . stille nacht delivers wonderful flavor a definitive belgian holiday ale and a fine representative of the country s legendary beer legacy in any season .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz into a tulip showed very nice head retention . i would call it a deep red with a foamy cream color head . not much on the nose a little jammy with hints of dried tree fruits . other than that maybe a possible woody earthiness . maybe it was possible i could n t smell anything in this . light on the malt from what i was expecting but there is a bit of toasted chocolaty roasted flavor going on a bit of woodiness on the palate but finishes with a cloying hop presence that left me with nothing else to detect . it s kind of like a brown ale . not too thick not too thin from the flavors coming as subtely as they were and then kind of vanishing i d say this was a good mouth feel if something s going to balance out . not a bad beer but far from good . i d never buy it again . i m ashamed of spending on a pack for it .,aroma,0.4,0
picked this up at bert s bierhuis in utrecht . into a chalice . appearance pours a thick looking finger tan head with decent retention . colour is a deep dark red perhaps falu red or sangria . medium carbonation evident . head slowly fades to a decent film cap that remains the entire way but unfortunately leaves no lacing . nice colour and head but needs some lacing to really get it into first class . smell magnificum to say the least . a very bold nose full of fruits fruits and more fruits . lots of dark and red fruits . raisins grapes and dates as well as raspberries and dark cherries . a touch of toasted malt and belgian yeast in the background but this one is all about the bold fruits . wonderful and enticing . taste lives up to the nose . a bit of caramel and toasted malt up front but lots more fruits dark and red fruits soon take over . a bit of spiciness at the mid point with cloves taking the lead and a bit of spicy yeast as well . a nice touch of bitter hops at the end with hints of bitter chocolate as well . a spicy and bitter aftertaste is mild and very long lasting . very well balanced and not a trace of alcohol evident . not quite as bold as the nose but a real tasty treat for sure . palate medium body with medium carbonation though a little light perhaps . creamy smooth on the palate goes down smooth with no bite at all and finishes crisp and slightly mouth coating . nice here as well but could use a little more weight . overall this one was a pleasant surprise . urthel makes good beer but this one was outstanding . a great bold nose and taste profile made this one a real treat . super drinkable and enjoyable only the lack of lace and a slightly light palate kept this from being a whopper . this one will certainly become part of the rotation and i ll probably pick up a nice urthel glass at the beer shop to give it its proper place . quite surprised there are not more reviews of this one . well done urthel .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a light golden hue with a large finger white head . s slight raspberry scent very wheaty . t raspberries up front with a strange flavor that is reminiscent of ballpark franks that clings onto the taste buds until the end and wo n t let go . m medium bodied with high carbonation . d this was not one that i enjoyed the raw hot dog flavor really took it down for me .,aroma,0.9,1
nice extra in a trade . a nothing special on the look . no head with a pink copper murky color . s smells of wine oak sugars with maple on the backend . smells pretty good . t super boozy . even after it warms . not getting much else but a rubbing alcohol type flavor . mixed in the middle are slight bitter hops with very subtle port oak and maple flavors on the backend . way too boozy . all the flavors are hidden . m leaves your mouth dry immediately as if you were drinking straight vodka . d goes down hard because it s like drinking hard liquor straight . all in all i m not quite sure why this brew is so highly regarded . not worth hunting unless you are looking for a hard liquor tasting brew . otherwise if you need hops or malts this is not your beer . many more that are far superior in this style . big disappoinment .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at bootlegger s a pours a medium gold lightly cloudy light white head good lace . s great honey nose the hops do n t get in the way sweet herbal notes some cinnamon . t the honey notes are good sweet malt with an earthy grassy hoppiness . nice flavour but kind of obliterates the great honey taste . m medium bodied smooth creamy solid feel . d it was cool to see this dry hopped but just wondering why . the spring ale is defined by it s honey character and while i love hops they just get in the way here . why mess with success .,aroma,0.9,1
i should have read the label more carefully . this is a flemish sour ale . i like to try new things and i never drank sour ale before but i did not anticipate how sour sour could be . to me it tasted like vinegar . i spent half an hour trying to drink the blasted stuff hoping that i would develope a taste for it . but that never happened.it tasted like vineagar from the first sip to the last . the bottle cost me ml and i consider it money well spent since i now know that sour ale is not for me . there are many good reveiws of this ale apparently there are those who like sour tasting beer but it is not for everybody . when i drink belgian i will stick to the classic belgium stong ales frm now on .,aroma,0.7,1
tried this one a couple years back in its previous incarnation the swing top but never reviewed hmm . odd this round comes in a oz . bottle sent by pabs and poured to a pint glass . spent a few minutes outside the fridge before pouring non dated label . a deep dark ebony though a shade shy of true blackness . solid head of the lightest tan very respectable longevity . broad bands of the finest cream great stickability . all you could ask for in a porter looks wise . s as much as i let this warm the nose really never developed whatsoever . a modest sweetness and cocoa darkness something dry and breadcrust like . am a bit disappointed . t oh wow whatever the lack of aroma hid is more than made up for with taste . huge . rich chocolate and an underlying dark fruit . dirty earthiness adds to the fudge a gritty grainy sweetness accentuated by malted milk balls . a chalkier drier finish . robust and impressive . m smooth and medium heavy build . a fine prickle and a little on the warm boozy side but no complaints . d not sure whether this should have come from a pint or a snifter . a hefty taste feel and an fairly weighty alcoholic girth lead me to think this worthy of the latter . a well done brew by the folks at thomas hooker really worthy of seeking .,aroma,0.6,1
from notes . a ugly yellow off white head that existed briefly . s lime . lime oh and did i mention in dejected tone lime . t the lime actually makes bud light better but it would be really hard make it worse . m close you eyes imagine lime flavored alka seltzer there you go . d meh .,aroma,0.3,0
nearly headless here but the dark opaque brown color looks descent . big aroma for such a little head bright fruits dried fruits plum cherry red grapes slight caramel and a smooth yeasty character . fruity malt character also displays some earthy hearty grain notes and much of the same fruits as in the nose . caramelized sugars are almost smokey . nice medium yeasty twang marries well with the fruit notes . mouthfeel is above average with a creamy carbonation and smooth full body . finishes with some light spice maple and vanilla notes . this was quite an unexpected treat and a turnaround from a lackluster poor .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle cork and cage purchased and well stored in a temperature controlled environment . bottle code reads bottled . poured into a british imperial nonic pours a nice one finger head then settles down to a cap which lasts . very deep amber color . good rich malt is the first thing that hits you in the smell followed by piney hops the malt is rather mild but the hops are decent . when tasted you are struck by this massive aggressive malt bomb quickly followed by piney distinctly bitter hops then as the ale warms the malt comes back for a second show . great carbonation and acidity along with some residual sugar help balance all this out . full mouth feel . very mouth drying . wood . dry distinctly bitter hop oils cling to the palate and seemingly last forever . wow . what a monster ale . delicious flavors falls short in the aroma but everything else is so intense . label states that was aged in wood and if that is what is causing the distinct mouth drying component of this ale that must have been some serious wood . intense bitter hops in the taste yet not so much in the aroma . is this a little too old or perhaps not stored properly . this is one of only two bottles that i have the other one was purchased so i will have to see . you can definitely taste the influence of the oak aged bigfoot barley wine . must be a killer brew in its own right .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . single bottle purchased and poured into a standard pint glass . a dark golden yellow color with some white head . spiderweb lacing . s hoppy nose . this is obviously the star of the beer . grapefruit and grass . strong and pungent at times . lemony . t hop bomb . straight up . as evident by the nose the hops really stick out . there is hardly any malt to speak of . medicinal and citrusy hops . nothing too complex . m too light for me . i wanted more of a creamy texture . this was somewhat thin . d decent drinkability . it was easy going down and the booze was tempered . very bitter . wanted more balance . this was good and should satisfy anyones craving for a mouthful of hops .,aroma,0.9,1
finally snagged a late bottle after much searching found at hastings mgm on . thanks to my persistent wife a pours dark brown deep cherry red when held up to the light . light brown head that dissipated very quickly . s heavy red wine oak characteristics and obviously a brett brew t follows the smell close your eyes and you might be deceived that you are n t drinking a beer almost . m thinner than expected but a perfect lower level of carbonation to match the red wine characteristics . d i drank the whole bomber but would n t have wanted more i did enjoy sipping it and noting character changes as the temperature warmed . i enjoyed it quite a bit overall i will say i am less versed in the wild ales than any other style but i was impressed with this offering .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a samuel adams utopias glass at the yard house in rancho cucamonga tonight two ounces cost me twenty dollars which was not too bad it was better than spending two hundred dollars plus on a full bottle of it heard they had it from a friend today and asked my girlfriend take me down there immediately bought her dinner afterwards of course bartender told me he did not recommend it but that was never going to stop me from trying this highly hyped brew from boston beer a ruby red with brown accents when held up to the light it appears to still be rather dark absolutely no carbonation not a drop of head or lacing just flat liquid sitting in a small glass like a shot of whiskey would or a flat soda s vanilla floral accents cinnamon pine hoppiness apricots tangerines oranges brandy almonds plums toffee caramel sweet malt teriyaki ripe dark fruits port bourbon scotch and lots of booze did not lack complexity t taste was full of molasses in the first sip each drink i took from my glass probably about eight total were complety different tasted some chocolate after that with a large amount of dates next sip tasted like straight cognac surprisingly some hops too that providing some dryness in the finish to separate the strong alcohol burn going down tons of vanilla and toffee after that realized the beer is probably too strong to have any carbonation to begin with last few sips had a variety of things going on that consisted of both dark fruits and citrus flavors some nuttiness loads of hard alcohol burned malt and a big bourbon and brandy aftertaste nobody would ever be able to figure out this was beer if they did not know better sipped on for over thirty minutes and really savored it quite enjoyable even though the taste was very harsh at times m probably the fullest body i will ever see completely flat because of its alcohol by volume mouthfeel was all over the place but it was definitely strong boozy spicy stinging and dry weird sensations on the tongue and burned the chest going down d the only reason this did not get a one in this category is because i was able to finish my super small glass it is way too heavy to think about drinking another drop though too strong to say the least twenty five percent is overkill in my opinion but it did not taste too bad alcohol is not even close to being hidden puts hair on your chest packs the biggest punch of any other beer out there i have tasted this could easily be called a cognac or several other different types of hard alcohol tasted much better than their triple bock even though it was much stronger can not imagine what hair of the dog dave tastes like it has three or four percent abv on this one only twelve thousand bottles of this worldwide aged in four different barrels throughout the year it is brewed lots of time and effort go into making this rarity truly one of the most unique beers i will ever have glad i tried it even though it was the most expensive couple ounces of beer i will probably ever have recommended if you do not mind pulling out the credit card,aroma,1.0,1
founders makes some truly amazing inspired beers . this is not one of them . it certainly pours looking good . the delicious amber of an ipa whose malt will make its presence known before cruel hops cut through it delicately topped by a thick dishwater head . but then you raise the glass to your nose . . . chalky . the citrus notes have to fight against a strange earthy chalky smell . i like noble hops but this is not the fine summer s dirt of hallertauer this is the smell you get when you fall face first into a puddle of mud . taste follows smell it is dominated by the strange chalky presence and the alcohol makes itself more felt than it ought be . i live in f country so perhaps i am merely spoiled by their expert use of hops i did have a fresh dreadnaught yesterday but this beer just was n t that good . founders makes a lot of really good beers . drink those not this one .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a chimay goblet . only slightly hazy if pouring from the top half the bottle from the second half on down yeast sediment gives it a misty appearance . low amount of carbonation once the beer begins to warm . the head is slight perhaps half a finger and fades quickly to just a skim leaving a striated lacing along the glass edges . the aroma is potent and pleasant there is a strong sour yeast smell plus a significant evergreen pineapple sharpness complimented by some bready tones and honey like malts . a hint of sweet apple is also present . there is a bit of wheat in there as well . the flavor is actually less impressive than the nose but not bad . it is predominantly bitter in an almond kind of way . there is some green apple sourness with only a bit of sweetness . on the back of the tongue you can pick up some of the prune flavored sweetness coupled with a very slight breadiness which leaves the finish predominantly wine like and dry . the hops that present a strong citrus and pineapple nose do n t come through as strongly in the finish . some wheaty yeast and esters . it is a good flavor but actually not nearly so complex or layered as the aroma . the alcohol peeks through but does not come of too strongly . the mouthfeel i slight which compliments the taste . it is fairly drinkable for its relatively high alcohol content . this is a decent beer for an american belgian inspired . however it is not a superior example of the style lacking some complexity .,aroma,0.9,1
i did n t know this beer was abv until i logged into this site . the large is not overwhelming . either is the rye . i sought out rye as i chose it to pair with an herbed chicken . it did n t show . i would call this a smoked bock . the smoke is light as well so i suppose i could call it a bock . however the body and mouthfeel is big and viscous so i could call it a double bock . it s a well made beer . it was full of floaties and i d poured it into one of jim koch s gift to us glasses . thanks jim . the laser scoring that enervated the bubbles caused them to juggle the floaties . it really looks great . i d never seen floaties juggled before . i enjoyed it . the hops as expected were n t pronounced . this is my th review . what do you know . it s been fun .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance slightly hazy in appearance . yellow in color with a lively carbonation that feeds a slight remaining head . upon pour a nice head formed that resolved quickly . very inviting looking wit . . smell a very big nose on this beer . i was able to smell a lot of earthy yeast lemongrass gentle pepper aroma along with a coriander and floral citrus . very appealing and again a big nose on this beer . taste very gentle flavor . as someone mentioned below it tasted like it smelled . a lot of clove with some grassy presense as well . a very peppery zesty taste that threw the balance towards the spicy side after the second or third tasting . mouthfeel thin and light . easily moves around the mouth with the carbonation assisting in transportation . drinkability summer grass cutting beer . had i not already picked the harpoon raspberry wheat as my summer beer this one may have been up there . i very much enjoyed the big nose on this one which was a lot of the appeal .,aroma,0.8,1
it smells great but the flavor just ca n t back it up . there s a rich smell of dark roasted grains mixed with coffee and dark bitter chocolate . the flavor lacked on the coffee and reminded me of a watered down kalamazoo stout . there s a tinge of bitterness but fairly balanced and somewhat smooth .,aroma,0.9,1
release so glad to see this stuff in georgia . a pours a rusty brown with just the slightest whisp of a white head that quickly disappears . there s a little visible carbonation but that s it . kinda ugly . s sour red vinegar brown sugar cherries and leather with a huge oak profile . i ve been to napa and sonoma and smelled aging red wine barrels at a winery it smells identical to that . really nice . t red wine grapes cherries and leather stand out to me as does the vanilla and wood from the barrels . nicely tart and lactic not too sour . again tons of oak almost too much if i m being honest . m slick with a medium mouthfeel and low carbonation . sad about the almost non existent carbonation but not a deal breaker in this case . d moderately drinkable but the high abv and the huge quantities of oak regulate this to a sipper .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a light golden color with a small whitish head that dissipates very quickly . clear except for the ton of sediment floating in it . very light fruity berry aroma from the gooseberries or so i m assuming since i ve never had gooseberries with a little citrus . a strong sweet grainy malt aroma with some cereal notes . the hops of present as an earthy and grassy aroma . the aroma is my aspect of this beer for sure . as with the aroma the light fruity berry flavors are in the forefront with some sweet crisp wheat malt backing it up . it has a slight tangy flavor and very little bitterness . it s light bodied with some prickly carbonation only slightly dry with a crisp finish . this is nice light easy drinking fruity beer . nice flavors although i wish there was a little more depth and complexity to it but good nonetheless .,aroma,0.9,1
slightly cloudy very golden no head and no lace . wheat smell with a sickly sweet remainder not exactly pleasant . mouth is like eating a bowl of sugar corn pops with a sweetness that lingers . otherwise washes like water with a bit of bitter . taste . surely this is the poor man s celebrator . it s better than other bock beers . bitter is balance with malty bready wheat . slight rust note and slight licorice . hard to classify other than i d prefer other sn beers . not bad but dundee s bock is much better for less in this style .,aroma,0.4,0
interesting beer not really my style very thin and super spicy . bought one bottle when a store was moving and selling all their singles cheap . i would n t turn one down if offered but would n t pick to drink again . a friend of mine took a sip and loved it said he thought it was a good flavorful wheat .,aroma,0.8,1
oz stubby brown bottle poured into a pint pours a clear brownish orange with a foamy two finger slightly off white head . minimal visible bubbles find their way through the body . not a very appealing look to this beer . aroma is of allspice clove pumpkin nutmeg and cinnamon . pumpkin pie all the way . lightly sweet with a toasted biscuit malt presence that gives the illusion of pie crust . spices take control of the palate while the pumpkin lays somewhat idle underneath . allspice and cinnamon up front with a sweet finish of nutmeg . some fleshy pumpkin holds down the back end with the biscuity malt . thin and watery . light body with pretty average carbonation . this beer goes down pretty easy if you are a fan of pumpkin beers . not overly sweet or bitter with a manageable abv . i did n t think this was terrible but it was n t that good either .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at the pub . a totally clear light orange with a bright white head that forms a great ring . light lacing but the clarity of the body makes this look awesome . the aroma keeps this awesome start going a perfect hop balance between the citra oranges and some pine from the simcoe orange pine . some added grapefruit just makes this even better . the awesome start is equally matched by the monumentally failure in taste this is horrible . tastes like licking a lawnmower bag citra pine resin bomb with alcohol disgusting . mouthfeel is as bad and hurts the taste even more too much carbonation way too bubbly . a terrible taste this needs to be avoided .,aroma,0.9,1
it has a dirty brown color that is extremely cloudy . it looks great as a beer but if i did n t know it was a beer i would be afraid of this beverage . the smell is probably the best part of this beer . sweet and herbal with a touch of honey hazelnut citrus of some kind . perhaps more orangey then citrus . on the first sip it is obvious that it is orange or mango . the finish is very dry . it s like biting into a honey wheat biscuit with some herbal mango jelly . pretty cool beer .,aroma,1.0,1
picked up a quite limited stock oz bottle at half time today coming reccomended by the friendly staff as usual . appearance pours like oil thick jet black and sumptuous . a thin darkish tan head melts away into a frothy layer and the bubbles peel off the glass as the beer moves around . smell smell is impressive to say the least . huge oaky brandy smells with rasberry chocolate and an imposing roasted malt presence . taste everything good about the smell is in the taste although unfortunately it still has a bit of a raw bite to it . the alcohol cuts through a bit too much and the bitter is not quite mellow enough . this would really benefit from a couple years in the cellar . mouthfeel dry yet wet thick and juicy nice tingle from the carbonation . drinkability alcohol is still a bit too present and raw to be entirely properly savored but i would say given a stint in the cellar this beer would benefit greatly and would thereafter probably be one of the top imperial stouts on my list .,aroma,1.0,1
ml caged and corked popped the cork with little trouble . poured with what has become and all too characteristic belgian head . thick fluffy and carbonated . yet it was cafe au lait . most strong dark ales have a slightly more scarlet color . cool . the body was a dark woody black with just a hint of brown hue shining through at the bottom of the glass . i was not terribly taken with the nose . husky corn like slighty witte like nose belying the yeasty belgianness of the beer . it has almost the same exact nose as the allagash witte . meh . the taste however was infinitely more to my liking . had the rich coffee flavors of a stout mixed with the cherry sweetness native to the dark belgian ales . very delicious . the mouthfeel was thick but not chewy . just enough of the bubbly refreshing nature to keep it quenchable to my thirst at the end of the day . despite the nose i would definitely drink this again .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a nice copper color . good very light tan colored head drops to quickly then to a ring and island . smell is distinctly metallic note malt subdued hops vanilla and citrus . hard to detect with the overwhelming metallic smell . wuld be a . withou it . taste is hops malt vanilla and light citrus.hops and alcohol in aftertaste with metallic not present as well . lightish medium body somewhat watery . crisp with medium effervescence focused on the tongue tip . much better thsn i ever expected with just a touch of work this could be a really fine brew .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours a great rocky head that slowly recedes into a nice thick lace . smell flowery hops citric hops lemon taste a very floral taste hint of honey lemon . mouthfeel nice carbonation refreshing drinkability overall the taste did n t really live up to the smell and appearance . not a bad offering but not something i will visit often .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a cloudy yellowish pink pinkish yellow with a huge rocky pinkish tan head that leaves tremendous lacing as it fades to a thin layer . s brett on berries with the overall scent being a mellow mixture of the two neither overpowering or dominating the other . t the lingonberries give this a bit of sucrettes i.e. medicinal that fights the brett funk . the real action is shortly after the center where the sourness sucks the saliva right out of your mouth . m very light and spritzy . in no way is it apparent that this is abv . d although the lingonberries initially attracted me to pick this up the end up detracting from the overall experience . i enjoyed the half bottle i had but i certainly want no more .,aroma,0.9,1
every now and then this little town gets some good stuff . absolutly no head during the pour only around the sides smell seems to be weak but the taste packs a punch . bourbon yes i can taste it . you can feel the complelxity of all the notes but in unison . this deserves a spot on the boards .,aroma,0.6,1
interesting light somewhat spicey aroma with a honey sweetness and slight fruitiness to it . very clear yellowish gold color fizzy head with a relatively short life . fairly bland flavor . the qualities that make the aroma pleasing do n t transfer that well into the flavor . fairly dry over all . has a somewhat refreshing quality to it to make it an appropriate seasonal beer for summer . somewhat full mouthfeel and a good amount of carbonation .,aroma,0.8,1
the is such ah wonderful ber to watch as it s poured . i love it . the way is cascades inside the glass forming a perfect think tanned dark head . that is where the fun ends with htis beer unfortunately . there is a slight smell of coffee malt and hops . this beer has an extremely thin feel to it given the super dark color and creamy head . it is slighly bitter with a hint of chocolate and coffee . i wonder if i was drinking from a non clean glass a dirty line or an old keg . i remembered this beer tasting much beer . boo .,aroma,0.8,1
amber color with a huge orangey frothy head that leaves crusty peaks like meringue as it dissipates . aroma is of hop citrus and pine . the taste is a quick hops kick plus a sharp lemon flavor reminiscent of pledge . crisp and creamy mouthfeel and here comes that pledge again . sharp lemon flavor stabs at the back of the throat . the hops is overpowered by the lemon . better for polishing furniture than for drinking .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into delirium snifter . not sure what the brewed on date is but this one has been in the cellar for almost a year now . a pours a deep black and is opaque once in the glass . very little head to speak of thin collar of dense white bubbles s deep notes of dark chocolate carob molasses and a hint of coffee . the flavors are very mellow but well integrated . t the taste does n t translate into being as good as the smell suggested the smooth chocolate is there but turns into a slightly sharp flavor by mid palate and has a slightly metallic finish . the flavors on the front a great but the taste goes downhill after that . still pretty tasty despite the downturn of flavor . mf velvety thick smooth low carbonation d this is a nice imperial porter that has a lot of the features i would look for in an imperial porter and or stout . the only downside is the was the flavor develops on the palate . i would drink it again but probably would n t seek it out .,aroma,0.9,1
got this in the american micro brews specialty pack at the local market . was purchased warm and date on box implied that this variety pack was sitting around for some time . anyway beer pours a golden colour similar to an adjunct but with much more body and head . the flow of heavy carbonation is normal with craft brews but this beer has a special look to it . head is a thick off white in colour and lingers around much longer than i would ve expected . immediately after pour aroma of fruit vegetables and fine mexican cuisine permeates the air . a very good example of a hefe weizen with an extra aromatic kick to it . taste is bitter but with a good volume of flavors and a splendid mouthfeel . goes very well with a warm meal . overall i really enjoyed this beer as it is a style that i m not very familiar with .,aroma,1.0,1
nose is vinegary sour moderately acidic with secondary floral fruity tones . smells quite good . pours dark apple juice color clear mild head . looks pretty good . moderate sweetness pairs with the stiff vinegar to provide a nice balance . moderately malty . dry floral and dried fruit potpourri . general fruitiness like apple juice . finishes slightly dry tart . tastes pretty good . feels good .,aroma,0.9,1
sent fresh from mikey thanks beautiful color nice frothy head some lacing . smell was very low key faint citrus fruit sweet malt . not much . taste is way more hoppy than you would think when you smelled it some grapefruit a little pine lots of bitterness . the malt bill on this has an unusual blood orange taste that finishes very interesting . not much alcohol present considering the abv gt mouthfeel was smooth and dry . glad to have tried this ny dipa . i would have liked more hoppy smell and a little more sweetness . this is worth trying .,aroma,0.4,0
i love double ipa s and ipa s but to me this did n t taste like either . i know it is an imperial ipa and maybe i am just very wrong but i thought they were supposed to be similar to doubles . anyway had a good malty flavor but just did n t have that hoppy fragrant aroma i love from my doubles . so in the end . good beer but to me the label is deceiving,aroma,0.4,0
appearance the appearance is great for this wheat . there is a golden creamy look with alot of thick sedaments . smell where to start . the smell has a great citrus banana smell to it that captions your nose the second you pour into a glass . very satisfied with the smell . taste the taste is very good . the smell and taste together make this an exceptional beer to drink . mouthfeel the mouthfeel is very crisp and clean . it hits every part of your mouth in full effect . drinkability the drinkability is up there with an wheat beer . i would be able to drink a few of these beers . overall i m very satisfied with this wheat beer .,aroma,1.0,1
first time trying the yeti after many oa yeti drinkings . it s definitely related to its oak aged sibling . kind of strange to have this one being so familiar with the oak aged since this seems like the one that s been altered . the vanilla notes that make the oa yeti so distinctive and smooth are missing . the dark chocolate is still there as is the beautifully creamy mouthfeel . the smell is nowhere close pretty reserved . looks are indistinguishable still very thick and dark with a nice tan head that recedes leaving nice lace . a very well constructed warming imperial stout . i d still take the oaked version over this but it remains my only straight so that s not surprising . i guess i ve mostly been comparing this to the oaked version of it . in comparison to other imperial stouts this one is up there in drinkability and mouthfeel . very refreshing after all the coffee oatmeal.kitchen sink stouts out there . straightforward nice balance of sweet roasty malts with some nice green hops on the end . fantastic and highly recommended . note this is last years batch hops have probably mellowed out a bit . looking forward to trying it fresh too .,aroma,0.7,1
copper gold color with minimal head from the bottle . i detected some heavy pine sap scent nice by the way and some other spices that i could n t qite put my finger on . obviously the hops dominated . .no dominated . if you like hops go for this brew . the bitterness was intense but not annoying and it accompanied the fruity flavors well . bitter aftertaste faded to a lightly sour note or two . not bad at all .,aroma,0.9,1
this is the first pomegranate beer i ve had . it poured a golden body with a reddish tint . decent white head with ok retention does pretty well holding with the beer there was really nothing to the smell of the beer maybe a slight sweetness . the taste had nothing really in it either kind of a bitter sweetness that held throughout the beer but nothing too impressive . the mouthfeel was nice and full bodied . the beer is nice and light and very drinkable overall . a good summer beer but i was hoping for something with a little bit more of a taste . the beer was refreshing though .,aroma,0.4,0
received as gift first of all . poured from cant remember the last time i had one of these into pint glass . clear light yellow with some fluffy head . smell is poor i think the first i ve given yet just smells terrible . taste isnt awful but not quite ok . mainly malt some alcohol and some earthy tastes . mouthfeel actually isnt terrible . its light and crisp and easy going down . this is a bad beer but its better than nothing i guess . maybe .,aroma,0.2,0
clear straw color with a full white head active carbonation and slow bubbles with a nice constant carbonation throughout . serious adjunct aromas and flavors with a strong biting corn taste . medium bodied and smooth with a dry biting finish . per label stroh brewery co. milwaukee wi which got bought by pabst brewing co. per pabst website silver gabf american style specialty lager gold gabf american style specialty lager . oz .,aroma,0.4,0
enjoyed on . . . part of a botm sampler . poured into a oz . pint glass . labeled hibernian not celtic before the renaming . . a clear amber with a red tinge . in tough head . medium amount of lacing . s i absolutely love the smell of this brew . citrus hop notes . toasted malts . a lingering sweetness . t average to above average for the style . citrus up front . smooth in the back . malty sweet overall . m smooth . lingering malt barely any graininess . d good with appetizers something vinegar based maybe fries . . also could see this being sessioned a bit . extra stats from the botm newsletter serving temp d f ibu abv . malts pale caramel hops apollo willamette,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle int a snifter a black . pours about a finger brown foamy head . medium carbonation . settles pretty quickly leaving just a smattering of foam on the surface and a ring around the glass . no lacing to speak of . s dark roasted malt . strong note of caramel and molasses more subtle woody tone . t strong biting malty tone accentuated with a pungent woody flavor and a slight hint of molasses . m strong alcohol profile sweet and pungent with a dry finish . hefty and robust body . thick and syrupy feel . has a bit of a cardboard lingering aftertaste though . a little brassy . d sip and enjoy this one . atmosphere is really good here . appearance is dark and intimidating with a decent enough head . nose is really great . a lot going on in there . malt sweet tones of molasses with a nice woody foundation . taste is a combination of heavy malt balanced well with sweet and pungent flavors . heavy body and a syrupy feel . overall this is a really good quaff .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle into a . liter hand glass . pours a copper flor that is very clear and has some reddish hues to it . very dark for the style . pretty finger off white head with no lacing . aroma has that sweet peanut aroma as well as lager yeasty aromas . a touch of sweetness also on the aroma . the taste is really below average . has a vomit taste to it on the finish . metallic and off balanced . really tastes like crappy amber lager from a crappy,aroma,0.8,1
i really enjoyed the cherry wheat . when i first opened the bottle i could smell the cherrys right away . it was a very sweet smell which suprised me that the beer was not as sweet as the smell . the color of the beer was a light orange red color . very nice appearance . was poured into a glass it was a very smooth tasting beer with a very nice and mellow after taste . i was very impressed with the beer . but however this is a beer that you must drink cold because as it warms up it just does n t taste well . but all in all i would drink this beer again . as another thought . this is the first sameul adams beer i have ever drank . keep on coming up with fruit beers .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to littlebreeze for bringing this . a nice red body with a slight cloudiness . it was topped with a very nice head . s as aerozeppl would say it has a tight nose . not much at all in there . t hoppy bitterness right up front . good malt background with good balancing sweetness for the hops . hop driven though . m medium body with sticky thickness . d too bitter for extended drinking but good for what i had .,aroma,0.6,1
i tried this beer at some little cafe right on the grand place in brussels . my first belgian beer in belgium . never heard of it before but i was quite impressed . pours a light golden color with a clear filtered look to it . there s an appearance of light carbonation . a small head and little head retention with trace amounts of lacing . overall it looks very appealing . the smell is very yeasty . lots of fruity aromas . little to no hop aromas . as the smell indicates the carbonation as the beer touches your tongue is very mild . there is a lingering hop bitterness in the back of the tongue which i found to be quite unexpected although enjoyable for a blonde but the overall flavor is swirlign with sweetness . upon further inspection the beer opens up to flavors more along the hefeweizen and saison styles than most blondes i ve had . the overall sweet fruitiness of the beer brings the taste of peaches to mind and it exhibits a very intriguing spicy characteristic with notes of nutmeg and coriander which i learned on this trip was initially used to help prevent hangovers . these fruit and spice flavors were unexpected but turned what i thought would be just a decent beer into a highly enjoyable one . overall i d say the ramee blonde was a very drinkable beer and i d be happy to have another one .,aroma,0.6,1
this pours a dark ruby color it looks like black cherry soda with a thin off white head . there is almost no smell except a very faint malt roastyness . the taste has a roasted flavor some coffee and chocolate but little else . the m f is light and alittle weak and watery . i do n t understand the point of this beer . if i wanted a good black and tan i d mix it myself .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance ml bottle poured into standard pint . colour is a pale golden orange . lots of visible carbonation massive head dies away leaving a delicate lacing . smell yeasty some orange . smells musty though . not very good . taste better than the smell . very light yeasty a little bit of clove . just the gentlest amount of bitter . mouthfeel light airy not as much carbonation as visible . overall the smell is extremely off putting . if it was n t for that i would say this is not a bad beer . unfortunately i would be lying if i said i did not take the first sip without having to muster up some courage .,aroma,0.2,0
another new to me brew from pizza port solana beach always a treat . i could smell the hops on this one from an arm s length away upon opening the bottle . it quickly became pretty obvious that they ve corrected the carbonation problem discussed in a few other reviews . maybe a bit too much . big frothy head upon pouring which filled up at least half the glass and took a few minutes to settle . ah well i m sure it s worth the wait . and indeed it was . nice cloudy orange in color with a big lacy off white head . big hop aroma a bit sugary citric and piney . lots and lots going on just in the scent and i can feel the back of my tongue tingling already . the flavor too is large . what isn t large about this beer . a bit sweet and syrupy very oily in mouthfeel . hop flavors are huge and varied with citric fruitiness piney sharpness and lots of spice on the back end . malt is well developed enough to balance with and pleasantly toasty in flavor . a bit sugary still but i have the feeling this will improve with a bit of time . the alcohol too is not unnoctieable but is not all that unpleasant either . overall this is a very flavorful and drinkable young beer which is almost certain to get better with age .,aroma,1.0,1
the label states our harvest ale comes from a single batch brewed once a year as a salute to all hop lovers . we employ eight hop strikes combining some of america s most flavorful and aromatic hop varieties amarillo cascade chinook and nugget . the finishing hops are freshly harvested from our estate vines and added to the beer within hours of picking . the result is a complex showcase of hop flavor and aroma balanced against a malt presence that is supported by a firm but no overwhelming bitterness . enjoy . i was opening my th bottle of harvest ale before i noticed the this description on the back of the label . let me say they nailed the description . first they have a good story to romanticize how they brewed this beer from hops they grew on their farm winery . i had low expectations from a brewery not well known in a state that boasts the likes of bell s founders and short s . but this was one of my favorite hop discoveries of . i m the typical reach for a dogfish head or minute ipa to get my hop fix . and while this beer is n t better than those beers which i ve been loving for years harvest ale is again one of my favorite hop finds of . the color is a beautiful translucent but not transparent amber color . the head retention is amazing sitting at over a quarter inch thick of every bit of minutes . the aroma is unbelievable . my wife needs a perfume that smells like this beer pure essence of hops . the taste is line the description bitter but not overwhelming . it finishes smooth and is not dry like some ipas . go drink one if you can find one .,aroma,1.0,1
pint oz poured into a ommegang snifter appearance dark completely non transparent a head of a dark nut color head but leaves faintly fast smell the first thing to hit me was the espresso then oak maybe a little carmel malt but more espresso oak then anything after the head goes so does the stronger aromas of carmel but still strong espresso taste like a cup of coffee with an oak tree in the middle mouthfeel syrupy strong character of espresso and malted oak drinkability good going down like a shot of espresso maybe a shareable drink with a friend after a long cold winter day,aroma,1.0,1
light malty and alcohol aroma . i could n t detect any hops . it poured with a light brown head and clear dark amber color . the lacing was light and the head dwindled but remained to the end . at first sip the bitterness takes the initial attack and remains to the next sip . it had a nice sweet malty palate with a long lingering hint of vanilla and a dry finish . very well balanced flavors . this is a very drinkable barelywine thanks to the delicious and generous use of hops .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a hazy dirty orange . thin cap on top with some lacing . extremely aromatic one of those beers that you can smell right as you nudge the cap . moving in closer it is nothing but peaches apricot ripe and candy like . too much peach in my opinion . the peach is so dominant in the taste it is also cloying and a bit too one dimensionally sweet for a beer . syrupy mouthfeel is not beneficial to this style in my opinion . tiny bit of sour i think helps round things out a bit . heavy carbonation . closer to a mike s hard peach lemonade than a fruit lambic . not undrinkable but i wo n t be buying again .,aroma,0.8,1
plop . and so it begins . i was pretty stoked to try this beer but it opens with a sad little whimper . looks like i m another carbonation victim . appearance this stuff is black . the comparison to motor oil is apt . however i can count the number of tiny bubbles . they disappear in moments leaving it looking like a very dark wine . sad . needless to say no lacing . smell it is evident the moment the bottle opens . a nice deep molasses with plenty of oak and a hint of vanilla . lots of dark fruits . cherries and currants are evident . plenty of bourbon . it really smells excellent . taste more or less follows the smell . plenty of nice bourbon and vanilla . there is plenty of oak goodness . however there is also a burnt roast aspect that is n t my favorite . a little bit like burnt coffee . a little hot and boozy with that bitter roast finish . mouthfeel just terrible . it s nice and silky but the complete and utter lack of carbonation makes this literally tough to swallow . it just sits there limply . sad . drinkability hard to gauge . it s nice but the lack of carbonation is a real issue . sad . that s all i really have to say . this is a pretty good tasting beer . but the lack of carbonation is really a problem . it makes it just hard to drink . i ll re review if i find a good bottle or get it on tap . until then i m going to be pretty gun shy when it comes to lost abbey .,aroma,0.9,1
a single finger head . light golden and clear . not very exciting . s light wet sock hop aroma but floral aromas dominate . t floral hop taste dominates . mild hop bitterness in the aftertaste . m medium body but a little light for a pale ale . moderate carbonation . overall fairly unique pale ale taste . not the best i have had but pretty drinkable,aroma,0.8,1
deep mahogany with garnet highlights and an impressive fingers of dense mocha froth . aroma is dark malty and seductive . roasty sweet malts golden raisins dried fruit scorched caramel and bittersweet dry cocoa are rounded out by musty yeast notes similar to damp concrete . there are hints of wildflowers and almost english smelling hops like goldings of fuggles . flavor is a muted version of the nose . nice malt entry with a bit of dark fruit caramel and raisins . yeast flavor not as pronounced as the nose . body is falls rather short of medium . definately the wrong feel for a beer that smells and tastes like this . too light and airey . easy to put down anyway .,aroma,0.9,1
as far as stouts go this is the bottom of the barrel . if you want a good stout go out and find one but do n t settle for this one . its smell and appearance are very dark and thick but the taste is something that most stouts would not be proud of . its too thin and runs in your mouth like water . and to the people at guinness please make your guinness on tap not foam so damn much . the bartenders spend minutes scooping and repouring and it just makes it even flatter and gives the nitrogen too long to sit .,aroma,0.7,1
ml caged and corked bottle into portsmouth snifter . a pours a dark golden with a couple fingers of foamy white head that quickly faded into a thin film leaving a couple streaks of lacing down the glass . s light smelling . all i really get is some barrel esque wood and a touch of stone fruits . there is something faintly sour as well . the nose isnt bad but its barely there . t big syrupy flavor of sweet fruits toffee and candied sugar . this is one syrupy sweet beer . ive never really described a beer as cloying before but i think that fits nicely . i guess it s the agave . the finish has a pretty good dose of warm alcohol that doesnt go well with all the syrupy toffee sweetness . i get some bready yeast and pepper in the aftertaste . m bubbly tingly carbonation that froths up on my palate . the body is full and the mouthfeel is definitely thick heavy and syrupy . the high alcohol adds to the high viscosity and creates a very slick mouthfeel as well . o another miss coughtwentiethanniversarycough from a brewery that i really do love . even the great breweries make mistakes . im just glad i found this bottle for only as even this is asking too much .,aroma,0.3,0
this beer pours a nice amber color with a small head that does n t dissipate too fast . the head sticks to the glass just a little bit . it smells of citrus hops and maybe some caramel or toffee . the hops are not all that present but are definitely there . caramel malt notes as well . medium carbonation and light bodied . it goes down pretty smooth . this ipa is a little on the light and malty side for me . i still think its pretty good and i would drink it again but i d rather have a minute .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle shared with pmsawyer . poured into a snifter this brew appears dark brown in color with some orange clarity around the edges . a creamy tan cap appears and fades to a ring around the outside of the glass that stays throughout the duration . a webby pattern of lace clings to the glass . the smell of this brew is apple and pear skins . lightly spicy with some typical weizen like notes of clove and yeast . this is quite a fruity smelling brew with alcohol esters being fairly pronounced . as the brew warms up there are faint notes of cinnamon molasses and dark sugary scents that collectively seem like a strange sort of alcoholic apple pie . the taste is spicy with clove and fruity alcohol esters . pear and apple skins come to mind mostly with a kick of spiced alcohol . for a beer that smells quite deep and intense with character the flavor falls a bit short and is not nearly as complex . as the brew warms up some chocolate grain notes become evident . this is a full bodied brew that is lightly carbonated . for abv the alcohol is well included and is matched with an array of flavors to make it quite enjoyable . i have not had a lot of experience with the eisbock style but this was enough to spark my interest into having more .,aroma,1.0,1
the beer is a chill hazed straw color . the medium white head recedes to a rimming quickly . lacing qualities are adequate . this baby s heavy on the malt aroma . it is very nice however . like carmalized malt and sugar mixed together . there is also a bit of a floral hop nose . the taste also favors malt qualities . sweet caramel malt . smooth and easy . a small saaz hop kick lets you know they did n t forget about the hops . a nice balance here and a very drinkable full bodied brew .,aroma,0.9,1
pours amber to orange with a minmal white head . some lacing no head retention smell huge oaky sherry notes taste super sweet up front followed by raisin vanilla treacle honey and tangerine notes . very complex but a little too sweet for my tastes mf syruppy oily undercarbonated slightly out of balance . a little more hops or gas needed . okay drinkabilty for the strength but a few more years of aging are in order imho,aroma,1.0,1
it poured a very bright gold . the perfect colour to describe as gold . it was n t yellow and it was n t pale . it was gold . it also had no head . none to start with whatsoever . it had a unique smell that was hard to place . a slight sweetness that was maybe vaguely fruity like a pear . something else was present that i could n t quite place sort earthy . the taste was unique . tasted vaguely of unhopped malt with no corn which was a refreshing difference from american cheapo beers . it was a bit sweet but once again not in a corny way . it s definitely a very watery beer . but also very refreshing . this is something i could see myself craving on a hot day . more so than busch or even sol . this is tres smooth . well designed for the tropics of thailand . it went well with the very spicy szechuan sauce i put on my rice too . this is clearly a cheaply made beer but damn it s refreshing .,aroma,0.4,0
the aroma is very light but that was expected . there is a hint of hops and adjunct malt but it s mostly metallic and floral . the taste is not offensive it s just malt metal and water . the appearance is pale gold with a large head . the plate is thin . overall this is about what i expected . it s an average light lager .,aroma,0.4,0
i hate to be the party pooper here but . pours a hazy orange with a nice rocky head and active carbonation . aroma is exceptional with a great sweet citrus smell that bursts from the bottle and makes you want to take a huge gulp . taste is a quick hit of pine and citrus and then the beer begins to tear the tastebuds off of your tounge with harsh bitterness . the bitterness lingers for at least a minute after a sip let alone a gulp . this is n t a horrible beer and if you love bitterness you should love it . i personally found it to be undrinkable and let about half the bomber go down the drain .,aroma,1.0,1
cl of finnish funk . i ca n t wait . quite opaque with just a subtle hint of ruby around the edges against the light . the head is thin and somewhat spotty dark tan in color . the aroma starts off surprisingly weak hardly anything there at all . as the beer warms however it takes on some light traces of caramel malt tobacco and prune though still very understated . the flavor is very well rounded and lovely . slightly sweet at the start but in a rich molasses kind of way . a coffee like roastiness is present throughout but really asserts itself at the finish where it compliments a nicely aggressive hop bitterness . slightly sweet prune flavors reemerge in the aftertaste . only medium full in body but intensely full in flavor . this is a terrific beer .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . a looks very dark but looks translucent and granite colored when held up to the light . foamy off white head . s cocoa at first some coffee diarrhea off putting to say the least chalk dust . t the flavor is led by roasted malts hints of cocoa chalk earth and a vague hint of citrus . m the beer is light but feels full in the mouth with a good amount of carbonation . d alcohol is n t at all noticeable and i would be able to drink a bunch of these if it actually tasted better . this was my first magic hat beer in almost years . i probably wo n t have another for at least that long .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer poured a dark amber color with a head that disapated very quickly . it had a sweet earthy smell . it tasted rather sweet at first but then devloped a more earthy flavor . the taste was rather strong but the more i drank this the more i didnt like it and i certinlty wouldnt want another one . overall tasted good first but then not too good not sure i would get this one again there is certinlty other beers that represnt this style much better .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle shared courtesy of tomdecapolis . poured a medium golden color with a smaller sized off white head . aromas of pine citrus floral and just all around nice and hoppy . tastes of citrus some caramel and a little fruity . tastes a little bit of a let down compared to that nice aroma . body a little on the thin side .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a one finger white head that fades slowly leaving some lace . crystal clear amber color . light medium carbonation and light medium bodied . skunky nose . flavor is thin and hoppy typical euro pilsner . green ml bottle isk . at grand hotel reykjavk . from my notes .,aroma,0.2,0
draft at city tap house . pours a slightly hazy golden copper orange color with burnt orange hues when held to a light source and a . finger white head that slowly fades into a lasting ring . sporadic streaks of lacing left behind . slightly smokey malt aroma that is quit bland reall with faint hints of oak toast bbq charcoal and bacon . these hints are a stretch and hard to point out but there is a faint caramel malt presence in the nose . so far this beer is disappointing . hopefully the feel taste and drink will improve . the mouthfeel and flavor of the beer are both substantially better than expected . full bodied with a prominent spicy hoppy character ip front that is slowly countered by a sweet caramel malt backbone which has a nice smokey presence that lngers into a long dry finish . subtle hints of charcoal bbq bacon campfire and butane . the smokiness bcomes more evident as this beer mares and really shows in the finish but i wish it was a touch more intense . nicely balance bur not one of the best examples of he style .,aroma,0.4,0
i first had this on tap before i had it in the bottle . this was just two days ago and though i did not take notes i recently had it in the bottle . the only real major difference on tap is that the mouthfeel is a little more puckering so i m taking some points off for that reason . otherwise pretty much the same as my bottle review it made me want to try more sours i went out and bought a bottle just two hours after trying it on tap .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a cloudy mahogony with just a slight head . nose is awesome . walnuts sweet berries big time and a touch of breadiness . .body is about right . .medium and tight . more carbonation that the head would lead you to believe . a nice taste to this too . .the sweet berries on the nose become more tart on the taste . almost a little acidic . a real tart finish . .also some breadiness on the taste but i lose the walnut characteristic.i loved the hell out of this beer the first five minutes but the tartness on the flavor and particularly on the finish has me dropping the score a little lower than i first anticipated . .as i near the end of this the hoppiness of the ibu s emerges nicely and adds a real nice touch . this is a good alt . the tart finish is the only knock . if nothing else this is worth the effort just to have a chance to smell it .,aroma,1.0,1
oz brown longneck bottle from abe s . have n t had a chance to try this yet so i was excited to crack it open . poured into a wide tulip . nice copper color a little cloudy modest head with okay retention but left no lacing . smell was dominated by citrus hops . very bold and strong . as it warmed i started to swirl it and got a lot of booze in there too which really added a nice touch . taste is bitter with lots of citric and piney hop flavors and sweetness which i supsect is from the honey . a lot of really good stuff going on here but i find that with most iipa s that if they are using a huge amount of hops they tend to smell better than they taste . mouthfeel is a bit thick from all the malt they had to use to get this one up over but the drinkability on this one is excellent . a very bold and tasty beer i could have definately had another if i had bought more than one .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle provided by michael thanks . reviewed from notes . pours a dark brown almost black with about fingers of mocha head that quickly fades to a thin layer but it left a lot of lacing . aroma is surprisingly weak . it s almost grassy with some hints of wood and vanilla if i really breathe deep . it opens up a bit as it warms but just barely makes it to average . taste is better with lots of roast vanilla and oak with an earthy bitterness and some chocolate on the finish . mouthfeel is pretty thick and it coats the mouth surprisingly well for a stout and it finishes dry . it goes down pretty easy but it s too mild overall to be particularly enjoyable . from some of the other reviews i m curious if there is some bottle variation in this batch .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a real ounce bottle perfect pint . went into my oversized snifter . created a nice fluffy finger off white head . some spotty thin lace and an even cap of retention . nice unfiltered presentation with hop bits floating around in the glass . color is a chill hazed unfiltered dark amber . aroma is pretty lacking as for the hops i pick up faint pine but its a dissapointment for aroma off a double ipa . taste is also really lacking here . this has not been a good night for me in the beer review area . i thought i d destroy my pallete with this one and call it a night . but whats to destroy with no hop flavors . . . doughy sweet bread . some hemp like grassy hop flavros that are quite subdued . lingering with a dry bittering pine that finally reveals itself but maybe at of the strenght that it should . good doseage of carbonation in there feeding a mildly creamy mouthfeel . a boozy kind of alcahol warming going along with the linger . again i m dissapointed .,aroma,0.4,0
review from notes on best before date september a golden amber ale which leaves a mere inch of white head and minimal retention and lacing . the smell is yeasty some bread and spicy notes as well as citrus and sweet malts . sweet upfront with some spiciness coming through in the back . quite malty and sugary and hot really not sure what is going on with this saison certainly different but not in a good way . medium bodied dry and hot not all that drinkable either . not a beer i would revisit average at best .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a dark brown . head has a macro look to it . no lacing . big bubbled carbonation . taste is like a weak attempt at a porter . so lame the smell that is . it smells like nothing . like a macro light beer . somewhere under the water i can taste a hint of a porter . but all in all its just what i expected. a macro version of a porter . do n t waste your money on this one . this is not what porter is supposed to be . but what did we expect from michelob . a good porter . . hahahahahahaha yeah right . this is exactly what i expected it would be . it sucks . horrible macro version of the style . the drinkability is good due to the lightness .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a wonderfully bright golden orange color . a large pillowing white head forms that gently recedes to leave a bunch of sticky spiderweb lace . s a funky doughy yeast aroma . a bit of fruits apples pears and some spice . t doughy and sweet biscuit malt flavors . a nice spice and fruitiness of apples and pears again . fairly tart and sour . m d a full body and a good smooth creaminess . the alcohol shows a little but for the most part a smooth and easy to drink beer . a nice sipping beer . this is a good beer and one i enjoy . i like it as much if not more than duvel . a most try for people that love the style .,aroma,0.6,1
a rather bland looking . yellowish orangy expected for a wheat . definitely filtered as there s no suspension . transparent . the best part is the head which makes this beer look a little above average . inches of head in a wheat beer glass . sticks around for only about a minute but leaves good lace . s not much smell at all . my friends and i tasted some fruit that we could n t identify but we think it s pear . definitely a bit weaker than i had hoped . t taste is similarly vague . smell hoppy bitterness but overall sweet taste . again there s a fruitiness that i ca n t put my finger on . reminds me a little of orange juice . not very intriguing to boot . mf nothing special . feels a little on the thin side for a wheat beer . no residual tastes or bitterness that s a good thing . d drinkable but the less than stellar taste makes me not care enough to go back for more .,aroma,0.4,0
bought in a variety pack which included this selection gaspar s porter wheat brown ale and their amber . all around pretty decent beers not one in the pack i did n t not like . great florida beer high drinkability and very thirst quenching . other words not much in the way of originality but it s a light beer . above average hop character for a light . nice malts background . carbonation is perfect and does n t get caught in your throat if you take a big chug . do n t look for anything special but definately grab instead of a swill macro .,aroma,0.4,0
firstly although this beer is marked as retired here on ba i purchased a ml bottle of this in dublin ireland on rd november with a best by date of . . . so i m not sure it is n t still produced . anyway on to the review . this was quite a weird beer for me . opened and poured into chimay glass an almost overwhelming aroma of molasses hit me . this thick maltiness made me worry about what the taste was going to be like . the appearence was a clear dark amber colour with a thin head . thankfully it does not taste like it smells . it had a much more subdued malty taste with some sweetness and very little complexity . i tired of the taste quite quickly . it s not a beer i would be rushing out to buy again .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance a nice orange hued beverage with a slightly off white head . smell very sweet with caramel and molasses . also it is very floral with a nice hop aroma . taste very harsh and potent . hops are definitely up front with a harsh bitter hit . there is not much sweetness to balance the hops . mouthfeel crisp and bubbly . a beer that would probably be better after a little bit of age .,aroma,0.8,1
had this out of a bottle poured into a snifter . a jet black with a very small head decent lacing . s t smells and tastes like creme brulee . tons of vanilla tons of sugar . some milky tastes as well . a small bit of bitterness comes in at the end of this and keeps it from being too sweet or undrinkable . m smooth but not as thick as i was hoping . d another good beer from southern tier the biggest different from mokah choklat and jahva is this is definitely going to be restricted to having very seldomly .,aroma,1.0,1
chilled oz bottle into a glass . a pours a sparkling golden color with . inches of off white head that quickly vanishes completely leaving no trace of lacing . s some biscuit a light floral hop and pilsner malt . really lacking in the aroma department . t pilsner malt crackers . some light floral hop and biscuit follow . it s a pretty clean flavor . m light bodied with low carbonation . the label promises crispness . the beer most definitely is n t . a weak presence and not particularly refreshing as a result . d i think i ll get something else for a summer brew .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle from the variety pack . a looks like an ipa . slightly sticky two finger head . does n t quite look imperial . s great flowery hoppy smell . almost as pungent as port brewing s whambo one ipa whose nose i can not find a match for . t great taste . excellent hop profile . ca n t believe such an excellent offering could come from this bigger brewery . m ca n t remember . d excellent . after offering a friend the last of the four bottles i actually snuck it away in my pocket for myself . what a jerk .,aroma,1.0,1
pours to a chill hazed medium amber forming a nice white head with excellent retention and lacing despite being served in a tiny oz sampler glass . pungent green hop nose obscurs anything else . large amounts of isopropyl throughout and much too bitter . the bitterness is so pungent i m barely able to drink this and this is coming from a hophead . medium bodied herbal and sharp mouthfeel . long aftertaste and bone dry finish . short rant . i m getting so sick and tired of brewers dumping as much hops into their beer as they can and then calling it an ipa . ipa s should be drinkable and this barely is . this beer is a telling example of this process . avoid it .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a dark red colour very hellish with a bright shiny quality to it . head is surprisingly light but nice bubbling . lace is amazingly dense and sticky . looks heavy in some ways but the head is great . nose is very grainy and nutty . so much honey on that as well it just reeks of honey oat bread and just is way too sweet bordering on insipid . it s weak as far as complexity goes and just simple . a disappointment . taste is better but still big sweet and grainy with honey oat notes on the front . develops more complex and stronger red wine characters towards the back but still falls short of pleasant complex sweetness . bit of a citric twang late mid which is the most interesting note cutting through a fairly insipid malt bomb . i m not a big fan of this style at times and this is a particularly simplistic example . slightly sticky mouthfeel mostly thin to carry this mostly uninspiring palate . yeah i m not particularly impressed with this . it s a malt bomb it s quite plain . i do n t like beers that are this sweet but this commits the double sin of lacking nuance or complexity .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a transparent honey amber color with a film of a head that seems to have a yellow tint to it . the smell is defiantly banana bread a welcoming aroma . the taste is very very much banana peel kind of tart on the finish and a bit sour all the way through but i kind of like it and it grows on you as you get through the first glass . mouth feel starts off smooth gets crisp in the middle and the after taste leaves a tingle as well but no viscosity . drinks like water no problem downer . all in all an okay spring or early fall session brew in my humble opinion,aroma,0.8,1
live review of a oz bottle . a murky mahogany it poured with a cream head with lacing . s what the hell . this is a very subtle aroma of fetid grapes corny biscuit malt chlorine cranberry juice and mint . i really do n t want to drink this but i do and . t watery wine like cheap fruit juice biscuit malt some caramel with booze marshmallows . a weird wood flavor . is this poisoned . i think it s poisoned . m thin with a weird froth . o holy hell this is a mess . terrible terrible drainpour . this is a barleywine like natty ice is a lager . it does n t taste like it was infected . it just tastes like they meant it to be this mess .,aroma,0.2,0
poured my oz bomber into a large mug it has a nice cloudy orange color with a generous orange tinted white head . pleasant aroma maybe slightly citrus scent but not very noticeable . hoppy but not overpowering at all . taste was enjoyable and i had no problem taking big sips . it is smooth and almost creamy . the only thing bitter about this beer is the aftertaste for a second . i dont really see how it lives up to its name brutal bitter . but that may be because i have been drinking so much stone recently . but this has always been the difference i have thought between stone and rogue rogue brews are always very drinkable and enjoyable . so while i am a little disappointed about it not living up to its name it is still an enjoyable rogue brew . mouthfeel is good its creamy at first but when chewed its kind of thin . but it defiantly leaves a hop oil leftover . good carbonation . drinkability was good surprisingly because it definitely doesnt live up to its name which isnt necessarily a bad thing . it is actually surprisingly smooth and tasty . given the chance i would drink another one .,aroma,0.4,0
well i poured oz of this brew into my pint glass and it foamed up and filled up my whole glass . the beer took minutes to pour and when it finally settled down it was a dark brown colour with tons of particulates floating about . the aroma was nice at first . citrusy hoppy and a little malty . however i also smelled some interesting belgian aromas in fact this brew really smelled like hommelbier . the taste is unique as well . there is a big bolshy malt presence and some slighly medicinal herbal citric hops . this is a weird tasting brew . it is very fruity sweet and belgian style even though it is supposed to be a west coast style hop fest . the mouthfeel is way to creamy and thick this is like drinking a piece of bread which is not what i look for in an ipa . the drinkability is decent but this was not really an ipa or the beer that i expected it to be . i m assuming that this may be a bad bottle but it is hard for me to know for sure .,aroma,0.8,1
vintage reveiewed in mid . rich deep aroma with cherry and caramel hints laced with alcohol . wonderful burnt amber color . pours with very little head . strong alcohol taste . deep flavor very sweet with strong hints of maple syrup . harsh start but a clean finish . not an easy drinker . but good for sippling . overall this is a very complicated and interesting beer . it does n t hide the abv very well so this is definitely not a beer for most people . but it s worth a try for anyone who likes high abv selections .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a tulip at the brewpub . this one pours a clear honey color with a thin cap of white foam . it settles quickly . on my first whiff i got a big aroma of caramel sweetness . my second venture in was n t as pleasant . lots of balsamic vinegar in the aroma with a caramel mixture in the background . a lot more vinous than i would have thought . kind of a caramel sweetness on the front of the pallet with a earthy floral profile . i do n t think i ve ever eaten a flower but i figure this is what one would taste like . the vinegar that the aroma indicated is non existent this is n t sour at all which i did n t expect going in to this one . the body is heavy on this . this really just seems to coat my tongue with heavy flavors . overall not my favorite from the brewpub . i m sure i ll skip it in the future .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into mug . no stamped date . appearance white finger head after a high pour . super pale yellow body . good retention and lace . smell very corny . sweet muskiness . smells like an oktoberfest beer . taste water . thin artificial sugar . very light corn . mouthfeel some effervescence . just water really . overall drinkability decent for its style . horrible for a beer . not bad as a seltzer .,aroma,0.8,1
bottled in . the initial aroma was not strong or strange but with the first sip the taste and aroma merged into a heady mix of spices layered one on another . aromas of pepper grains of paradise and chamomile are backed by a citrusy zest . not as high a carbonation as i was expecting but enough to bring up the aromas . i am definately going back for this again .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a snifter on best before feb burnt amber color clear with a slight haze . visible carbonation bubbles for a few moments . in short order one finger of head is reduced to a skim bubbles though swirling revives a brief layer such is retention . minimal spotty lace . where are the hops . this does n t at all smell like an ipa of any type . no pine no citrus . the best i can say is it has some kind of floral thing going on . the aroma is almost entirely comprised of effervescent medicinal plum maybe some other nondescript darker fruits . a touch of yeast way in the back . no caramel biscuit or any other malt presence i associate with the style . ugh it tastes just as inappropriate as it smells . if i did n t know better i would assume this is some kind of off brand attempt at plum infused tea the kind you find at odd lots . very medicinal it has a weird metallic bitter twine toward the finish . is this meant to pass for hops . surely not . some grassiness shows up too . as with the nose no proper maltiness for the style . what gives . medium bodied with rather low carbonation . honestly i doubt it much matters what level of carbonation kennebunkport could have used there s simply no saving this beer . it s gritty throughout but finishes especially so with the feeling of dirt lingering . kennebunkport ipa is drinkable in that it hardly tastes like a beer certainly not an ipa . at best you could call this a bad take on a scottish ale that would be a gift . i suppose it s befitting that the core of their name is bunk this beer is a mockery at best . again it is n t an ipa thus it is a failure .,aroma,0.2,0
a great pour with a thick head and nice color that is nice light amber marzen . the smell is very good nice and spicy in a way that is concentrated without being overly intense . the taste is very blah . no carryover of the nice spice notes that are on the nose . i just ca n t believe how empty this beer is on the palate . a big dissapointment . the mouthfeel likewise is overly thin . just not the nice creaminess that i like in a pumpkin spiced ale . the drinkability is great if you never actually drink this beer . i really want to drink it after looking at it and smelling it but after having it on the palate it is very average .,aroma,0.9,1
a nice amber colour with a nice thick head that stays suprisingly thick . aroma of malted grains hops very nutty and sort of citrusy . nutty and malty upfront lots of distinct flavours with some sweetness finishing off hoppy and syrupy . a nice thick mouthfeel what a tasty beer .,aroma,0.6,1
ml no date . pours a dark clear garnet . nice color but the lackluster head does not impress . the aroma is wonderfully smokey and peaty with some dark malts in there too . flavor is also smokey though mainly darkly malty with a distinctly black tea flavor odd . some really light dark fruit and raisin . bitterness is low overall body is light . the carbonation is fine but the mouthfeel is a bit too watery for such a flavorful brew . great aroma and interesting flavor . not perfect but decent .,aroma,0.9,1
in when the world ends bottle counts wo n t matter . until then cab cherry man from jackie o s brewery in athens ohio counts as good and rare . this review come while sipping on bottle out of from the early release . it s dark broody and troublesome . there s hardly any head and hardly any lace bubbles to hang around the glass . just a feint edging to sit atop it s deep brown to purple black hues . the smell of cab cherry man however is quite pleasant . without question the souring yeast brett come through . and not like brett george of the royals . more like brett the guy who s always lie sour grapes . just as you absorb the red wine character though the porter and cherries hit you . coffee chocolate and cherry juice all form a tag team and start a great rotation of smells . the taste follows it and despite the weak feel in the mouth all the elements of the nose leak into the taste in strong fashion . the finish is quite clean due to the brett and the sour tartness is not too sour to bear . in fact this brew is both refreshing to drink and refreshingly crisp . where i would suggest improvement is the mouthfeel . at anb one feels like a proper squire should have defense the household . but truthfully tyrion did n t know where sansa went . that and the cherry gets too juicy and the woman says it taste like ass . it s a fine line . oh goodness it s hidden very well is n t it .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at the brewery . nitro carbon blend . reviewed from notes . a served chilled in a pint glass with about a quarter inch of dense cream colored nitro head over dark amber liquid . a thick film of head lasted until the last drop but left very little lacing . s there is n t much scent to this beer which may or may not be trapped by the dense layer of head that lasted through the whole beer . t flavor is faintly malty with a touch of hops and a subtle sweetness . no bitterness present . cigar tobacco notes in the aftertaste along with the hops . m medium body with more of a carb mouthfeel than nitro . goes down easy . d refreshing enough but nothing spectacular . went well with dinner but i would order something else next time . i liked the nitrogen carbonation blend however . the mouthfeel was all carbon but the look was all nitro .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a beautifully cloudy muddy amber as all dunkel heffers should . i would tell you about the head but i apparantly turned my back for seconds and it was gone . nothing creamy about this one very champagne . dunkel malts smell really nice along with promising upfront bitters . initial taste is a bit mediciney but a dry medium body does n t give the notion much time to live . the taste is best right after the swallow and again far down the line there is a bit of sweetness after all the bitterness fades . fairly drinkable thanks to the non existant traces of alcohol . tempered by one s respective love for astringent bitters . could go down very well indeed on a hot day with some grilled sausages .,aroma,0.9,1
notched label that tells me i should enjoy by the rd week of january . works for me . apperance pours midnight black with a thick tan head . the head dwindles to a nice looking tan scum all across the top of the beer . smell yipes . not much going on here . i think i pick up a faint stale yeast smell and a touch of black patent malt . i may be stretching it a bit . taste very chocolatey . seems like the chocolate malts are pretty amped up here . a touch of dryness and an enjoying hop aftertaste . kind of having an identity crisis here . i ca n t decide if i m picking up the roastiness of the malts or the bitterness of the hops . it seems to alter back and forth between the two . kind of cool . kind of annoying . mouthfeel medium to full bodied and slightly creamy . drinkability i know this has n t got great reviews but it works for me . it s definitely more along the porter end of things but it does n t matter to me . i like stouts and porters both . i like the hop bitterness that i get here and there but i have to disagree with the brewer . certainly not an imperial stout . enjoyable none the less for me .,aroma,0.4,0
some have said this is the same beer as deer brand . really quite pale barely gold . full one inch white fizzy head . brilliantly clear . mild grainy aroma with a mild yeast quality . flavor holds some sweetness while cold that s kinda nice . mild grain enough hops to subdue the sweetness and add a mild bittereness on the finish . enough drying on the finish to help with refreshness . this bottle must be really fresh . this is one of the best of this style i ve had in a long time . drinking while cold i think kept off any excessive taste from adjuncts . i m surprised at how much i like this . not too rich but it is a little filling with the carbonation . the carbonation is a bit sharp . thanks bryan for the sample .,aroma,0.6,1
wow . this has to be one of the nastiest brews i ve had of late . the whisky barrel smell hits you immediately and like a ton of bricks . it continues from there slapping you with a mouthful of roasty malt and alcohol . the nastiness continues in the aftertaste and the best part is when you ca n t taste it any more . i wish i could share it with someone so i could drink something else . when i bought this i was hoping it would n t be like other scottish ales but my worst fears were imagined . if you do n t like other scottish brews you wo n t like this either .,aroma,0.8,1
it poured a beautiful hazy golden with a thick white head that lingers for a bit before fading to a ring . lacing hangs on nicely . the aroma of this beer is amazing . hops hops and more hops . you name an aroma from hops and you ll find it here . it s pungent . it burns and makes you go back for more . very deep and complex . citrus spice pine . but not much of the barley makes it through . the barley finds your tongue but for a split second before the piney bitterness of the hops takes over . followed by a citrus and spiciness . the bitterness hangs around well after you have swallowed it down . wow this is hoppy . the mouthfeel is great . would n t make much of a session beer i do n t think because of the intense flavor . definitely going to ruin my taste buds for anything else that s hoppy tonight . an awesome ale . definitely a must try . i m going to buy another to age and try again in a year or so .,aroma,1.0,1
vintage poured out of a oz bomber into a tulip glass . appearance is oil slick black with little to no head . looks less viscous then i had expected smell is bourbon all the way . probably the most bourbon i have ever smelled in a ba beer . hints of chocolate present as well taste follows the nost with straight of bourbon and chocolate wafer dry chocolate after taste . a little salty even in the aftertaste like chocolate covered pretzels . very nice mouthfeel follows the appearance and is a little soupy and not as thick and rich as bcbs . the smell prepares you for a very chewy brew but the mouthfeel isnt so . drinkability is amazing . drinks like a abv . the light mouthfeel definitely helps the case here . a very enjoyable brew to say the least . i loved it,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a clear golden amber w off white head and respectable retention . s first whiff was one of the skunkiest i ve smelled since i rated fischer blonde . afterward it s skunky caramel bits of spice faint hops . t slightly sweet w orange notes bits of clove and possible ginger cinnamon . finish is dry noble hops w touch of skunk and fruit . m light bodied decent balance light carbonation . d i ll drink the entire bottle but probably wo n t buy again .,aroma,0.4,0
cantillon broucsella grand cru a poured a light copper with no foam . s light apple smell with a hint of apple . t sour . really sour . initial lemon tartness followed by a slightly dry finish . m coats tongue with a dryness . little to no carbonation . very thin bodied . d not my cup of tea . never again .,aroma,0.8,1
i got ta tell you folks i do n t know what i did to deserve the friends i have . my great buddy treyrab traded away his last el rojo diablo solely to obtain this beer and present it to me on my birthday . cheers to you my man for such generous act . vintage poured from a liter swing top bottle into a lost abbey straight edge tulip . the body appears to be a little bit thinner then i anticipated for a barleywine . it looks similar to apple cider in color with a hazy light brown amber body . nice foamy finger off yellow head adds a beautiful cap to this intriguing look . leaves a ton of sticky lacing and lots of carbonation stream through the body . the smell is out of this world . for a beer that was brewed so long ago i ca n t comprehend this fresh hop smell . the smell is best described as a sweet floral scent that was just hopped . boat loads of sweet caramel and toffee really tie this smell as a whole together . there is some sweet vanilla and a sprinkle of toasted caramel in there that really adds nicely to the complexity . well played sweetwater . the hops are really noticeable in the onset . creamy caramel and burnt toffee the caramel malts provide a crazy sweet oblivion . some vanilla comes out as well . the old ultra bitter hops provide an astringent characteristic that can be easily overlooked . nice lemon backsplash on the tail . i was really surprised with the carbonation in this beer it was brewed in mind you . despite the moderate carb the beer maintained a nice creaminess but was a little bit on the thin side . very approachable . please sir . can i have some more .,aroma,1.0,1
ml corked and caged bottle and it was a gusher . pours a dark purple with lots of chunks of blackberry in it a small white and purple head . nose is super bland and tame . taste is all berries and tart but its well balanced and very drinkable . mouhfewl is really creamy and mellow . with a crisp fruity finish .,aroma,0.4,0
oz . bottle that can be found in their holiday party pack . i do n t know a family gave it to me and said it came in that . the third one i tried from the pack . to me this is the best one of the bunch . appearance poured a really nice cola black with plenty of ruby red highlights . it s too bad that the head of foam was n t any better . all there was just a slight skim of white almost tan colored bubbles . it was all nice but it receded way too fast like the other ones in the michelob holiday pack . smell i wish that there was more to say about the aroma but there was almost nothing to the smell . all i got was the faintest hint of dark roasted malts with a pinch of hops behind it . it s too bad because that would have made this beer a little better . it was really the only downpoint to this beer . taste i was really surprised by the taste of this one . the other ones i had tried in the variety pack had little or no taste to them so i was glad that this beer had a really good taste to it . the taste was that of dark roasted malts a hint of chocolate and nuts a pinch of caramel and with a touch of bitter hops at the end . the chocolate and caramel were a nice touch . mouthfeel it was medium bodied smooth creamy not too watery and with a pleasant but small aftertaste of dark roasted malts with a few hops in the background . drinkability like i stated before this is the one michelob holiday beers that i truly enjoyed . it s too bad that it does n t come in a six pack by itself because i might have bought one . not the best porter you can try but it is a well balanced american version from the biggest brewery in the world . this was the last review for me for but i know it s going to say on ba january st .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a clear golden colour with one fingered white head that retains well . s the aromas are very well balanced with nice grassy grainy hops and a little sweetness . t the flavour is nutty grains and nice saaz type hops a little sweetness and even some aniseed . everything is well in check and sync . m medium body and carbonation . d a very good sessionable brew .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a light orange copper with an off white head that some solid side glass lacing . aroma sour dough bread with emphasis on sour as in old stale rags . asked my wife to check it out and she said she picked up some butterscotch which i did get a faint hint of . taaste getting some ginger with astringent aromas none of this to my personal liking . not a plae ale i will have again .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a somewhat lackluster caramel hue with minimal head and lace . s nice aroma . some sweet vanilla and oak notes are punctuated by earthy and herbal hop . t there is a strong grain presence here though it is n t what i usually think of as malty . the taste has more of a grape nuts toasted barley dominance the continental hop can not assert itself in juxtapostion . despite the barley forward flavor i think it tastes pretty good . it has a lot of sweet flavors without actually being sweet m fairly lively not really bad or good in terms of feel . d this is a pretty nice barleywine certainly worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
poured worthily into a duvel glass an orange amber with a thick white froth appearing and clinging nicely as a sip smelling of glorious flowery pine dank indeed bursts into bitter pine in the front of the mouth before cascading oily bubbles across just enough malt to save the day without much abv burn from what is otherwise a seriously bitter villain lacking a bit of nuance . as far as an iipa goes it does n t fit my bill . it s seriously a bitter exercise but it still made for an enjoyable beverage .,aroma,0.9,1
a copper colored . not that dark for an ipa . very clear a bare bit of head resting on the top also not that impressive for an ipa . s not incredibly hoppy . t def . get some malt presence but the hops are pretty nice . not too vibrant but there and done well . m medium to light . once again not that thick for an ipa . d this one is super quaffable and with its nice hop presence i would probably get it again . not terribly impressive but well done . with no freshness date i ca n t be sure i do n t just have an old sixer where the hops have faded .,aroma,0.4,0
the aroma is intoxicating reminds me of my first whiff of westvleteren in some ways . appearance is a cloudy red brown with a disappointing head . the aroma is fantastic sweet sour chocolate malt all blending to a wonderful bouquet . taste is a bit too spicy but otherwise very pleasantly complex . mouthfeel is dry and acrid not as smooth as some others . drinkability is pretty high and can be easily adjusted simply by changing the temperature to achieve a flavor profile you prefer .,aroma,1.0,1
served in a oz . fluted glass at cbc . brown and cloudy good head to start which quickly fades and leaves no trace . ca n t be revived . the aroma screams bourbon oak vanilla cherries . very tart with a good amount of carbonation on the back end . flavor speaks of bourbon and pineapples with a solvent like characteristics from the alcohol . finish is dry . light body .,aroma,1.0,1
picked up at rick s wine and gourmet in alexandria va . poured a oz bottle in to my portsmouth tulip . only the ever so small coating of head formation leaving a thin lace at where it began . the brew is a great looking ruby color and clear . the aroma is of a sweet malty sugary citrus . the flavor from this brew really amazed everyone at the party i opened it at . every sip was a differet profile that came through . you had a very sweet citrus and malty caramel flavors coming threw with only the slightest of hint of the abv shining threw . mouthfeel was great no burn at all and not overly warming . this brew i would pick up again if the price was more suited to the size of the bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
first review . appearance pours a reddish walnut brown with around two fingers of head and decent lacing throughout . smell i personally do n t smell much with this . a little bit of chocolate and hazelnut . taste as my tasting partner put it it tastes like a hazelnut coffee creamer mixed with chocolate milk and i have to agree . there are definitely some coffee notes coming out . as it warms there is a very slight alcohol taste that comes out which is more than okay with me . mouthfeel smooth goes down very easy . i m having a hard time not finishing the whole glass in one gulp . overall i would definitely recommend this one . it would be a good introduction to people who are n t used to dark beers since it s definitely not intimidating or overwhelming .,aroma,0.6,1
grade for our group c. nice summer beer too girly for some look was described by our group as being everything from dehydrated piss to sexy orange with a hint of purple . reminds me of summer slam colors . generally speaking the beer has a typical cloudy wheat beer look . the head quickly vaporized . smell was described as having a hint of berry sort of like a cheap victoria s secret perfume that leaves the sense of being in the basement of acasia house basement in fraternity row in shippensburg pa to a faint sweet raspberry grape candy smell . the feel was light in carbonation and almost champagne like in feel . generally had the feel of a light fruity beer . the drink was described as light and long with a sweet taste that stays in your mouth but no haze more like the reminder of something like perfume sprayed in the air . finally the taste was described as wheaty and fruity in taste that fades to a tangy raspberry taste .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a bottle into a pint glass . appearance nice amber color with a nice off white head . when held up to the light it reminded me of a dark southern iced tea . in my opinion it resembled the way an ale would look if you told someone to picture an ale in their head . smell could n t pick up too much of an odor anyone who has n t read my profile that s more on me than the beer . taste tasted like your standard ale but left a sweet raisin after taste . mouthfeel i could tell i was drinking a beer that had a decent abv but it went down smooth . the alcohol was n t over powering and went down as if though i was drinking an ale with less alcohol . drinkability i could drink more of this . it s high in alcohol but not harsh or terrible tasting . bonus i ate a hungry man fried chicken dinner fried chicken mashed potatoes corn and a brownie and let me say that this beer washed everything down perfectly .,aroma,0.6,1
austria s most popular weibbier hands down . appearance is what one would expect of a hefeweizen . cloudy though a bit paler than other hefe offerings ive had with a massive pungent head . aromas of clove and bubble gum overwhelm the nose . unfortunately flavor amongst those scents is not as well balanced as one would like . a bubble gum flavor dominates all other tastes . generally i m not one to put a lemon in my hefes but one here is called for as it adds something to balance the bubble gum . drinkability is lessened by a flavor that tends to get a bit annoying half way through the second pint .,aroma,0.9,1
pours well forms a nice head but it does n t linger long . it does not lace the glass well . for the purpose of this review i drank it out of a glass which is not how i usually drink this beer . to my surprise it turned out to be a bit darker than i expected a darkish yellow gold color . it smells a bit yeasty and a tad skunky . the taste is a bit harsh if not cold enough . the first one i had was slighly too warm so i had to chill the second one before writing this review . if properly chilled the beer is refreshing and thirst quenching . the beer has a nice bitterness and a good finish . this beer tends to get better after the first few sips . it is a bit over carbinated and this is particularly a problem if not served cold enough . a bit over priced for the quality of beer that it is . i buy beck s when it is on sale or feel like a euro lager and do n t buy heiniken .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a deep brown black with a big head of milky chocolate foam . lots of sturdy lacing and the head retention is very good . if the head were just slightly creamier it would be phenomenal but it s pretty damn good as is . huge sweet cocoa characters on the nose redolent with rich and heavy melted chocolate . extremely sweet almost a hint of fairy floss ramping up as well but all with a delicate dusty grain note hanging around as well . just plainly delicious as hell . goddamn what a insanely alluring nose . on the palate the dark grains come to the fore with a rich roasted character leavening to a light burnt cacao husk note . light pepper mid palate finish is still rich and heavy not a hint of dry or charred notes by the end . mouthfeel is smooth but it could be thicker and more coating . a devilishly delicious chocolate stout . my only benchmark is young s which is a hard act to follow . i m not convinced this is better but it does a damn good job trying . still a very tasty brew with tons of delicious chocolate character .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a ozer . pours a cloudy dark reddish color with bright fluffy white head great thick malty aroma . has a nice malt beginning to the flavor but is very thin after that . high carbonation causes quite a bit of bite on the tongue . decent malty aftertaste though again very thin . the mouthfeel is quite thin compared to what i expected . overall a decent beer but not what i thought i was going to get from this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
cloudy and orange in color . nice head formed and faded away . left some light lacing on the glass . very faint smell . medium body medium carbonation . very well balanced . some malt sweetnes off set with the hop bitternes . easy to drink for such a dark and strong ale . most enjoyable . i will buy this again . this is a good beer to have when you just want to unwind relax and appreciate a good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
figured i would try this one to close out the summer season . poured into a pint glass . a hazy copper with a one finger head that goes to a quick disk or foam . this one does not lace very well . not a great looking beer looks more like one of my homebrews . s the smell has tons of caramel and munich malt as well as a hint of spice but not so much for a winter warmer . t wow is this sweet . this reminds me of drinking cream soda . tons of caramel and vanilla in the flavor and not much spice for a winter beer . this has a very strange finish of vanilla perhaps from a vanilla extract . overall this is a great attempt at a beer though it has a strange finish . give it a try if you re in the mood for something sweet .,aroma,0.9,1
i was at my local burger joint and they had all american tap beers for . for oz . i have not had an american lager in a lonnnggg time so i gave bud a try . it was poured a nice clear golden and had a good sturdy head . the aroma was as i remembered absent . it tasted crisp and had a slight bite of hops . the beer was very cold and i could not detect any adjuncts probably just as well . the mouthfeel was light and had some good carbonation tingle . for eating a hot pepper burger and fries this beer hit the spot .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a very clear very light amber gold with a huge and frothy head of yellow white bubbles . lacing is good and the head retention is quite incredible . i ll have to chew through some suds to get to the beer no doubt . deliciously hoppy nose massive sweet fruit backed with gritty resinous hops . hints of bitter cherry apricot and plantain with pine resin and sawdust over the top . extremely fragrant and powerful . palate is less robust with a subtle but pleasant hop character riding over the top of a smooth buttery sweetness . some pepper mid palate with a light sweet afterpalate . no grittiness on the back . mouthfeel is deliciously smooth adding to the soft comforting nature of this ipa . not an extreme ipa certainly not packed with bitterness on the palate . my guess is the hop quota in this brew is used up late imparting massive fruit aromas but little bitterness . this leaves it extremely drinkable very smooth and refreshing . an excellent and tasty little ipa .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a double magnum into a chalice glass . deep red brown in color with a dense tan head that just keeps giving . the smell is malt with citrus sour cherries and nutmeg from the yeast . my mouth is watering . the taste is very sweet at the front almost syrupy . the finish dries it out nicely and gives it a great balance . the alcohol follows the liquid down gives you that glow that says the beer loves you . really . i promise . the finish is bitter after a few sips but once the alcohol kicks in you really do n t mind so much . the mouthfeel has great carbonation held in check by a silkiness that s just sexy . the drinkability is good . good enough to finish . litres of the stuff i d say . this one has potential . i think i need to get another bottle age it . this one may have died too young . a moment of silence please .,aroma,1.0,1
nice clear brown with a small yellowish head . a weak malty nose with a bitter caramel flavor with some strange vegetal aftertaste . quite thin especially for a barleywine but the alcohol quite pronounced but this is probably the only positive thing about this beer nice warm finish like a decent whiskey . i m surprised it was rated as exceptional higher than old ruffian by celebrator .,aroma,0.4,0
a a bright copper goldish color white head that faded a little too quick . s bready yeasty fruity . t way too sweet . extremely sweet up front hiding the alcohol flavor . caramely hint of orange . but the sweetness is intense and it dominates . m light body nice carb . cloying aftertaste . d i wo n t get it again . it s far too sweet for the style imo .,aroma,0.8,1
really pale and cloudy . i d describe as maize if i had a box of crayola crayons . the best part about this beer s appearance is the amazing head it raises and maintains for a lifetime or at least until you drink it . it starts off thick and falls back into itself in the middle while the edges stick to the glass . many heads have been described as meringue like but this is so much like a true meringue in texture and movement . even the lace left behind looks like the meringue stuck to the plate after having a slice of key lime pie . the smell is a bit funky so you know they used belgian yeast . the lemon banana and cloves also give that away . there s even a bit of acidic bite in your nose so i m expecting a bit of sour tang in the taste . did they infect this beer . i ll need to look it up after i finish reviewing it . yep it s got some sour to it . lemony sour to be exact . my wife was completely taken by surprise by that if only she had been reading my review as i wrote it . she does n t like sour . there s also a metallic bite that i think comes from the alcohol . this takes away from the sour but that flaw gets washed out by gritty malts and some floral hops in the back and the finish . still the flavors do n t mesh well and it s a bit of a mess . the mouthfeel keeps changing from sour to biting to gritty . it s an adventure and one that will leave you with a headache for sure . yet i still like this beer and i am certainly willing to try more that this brewery has to offer .,aroma,0.9,1
mobile rating on draft at tj s pours crystal clear copper with little white head nice lacing . aroma dominated by caramel and some pine hops not getting as much citrus notes as other reviews . taste of vanilla and caramel with a huge bitter hop finish . this is exactly what i want in a hopped up amber . finish is dry but still manages to be a decently bodied beer . light carbonation but i like it . overall goes down easy for the abv . wish there was a little more on the nose but definitely an awesome beer for the style .,aroma,0.6,1
clear copper color with a good head and some lace . nose is malt and not much else . the finish is very slightly hoppy and goes real good with a mild cheese and wheat thins . this is a good medium bodied barley wine too bad it is . for a oz bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
i was very excited when i happened upon this beer at whole foods recently and i immediately bought a six pack . i had never had any beer from this brewery which made it even more interesting . i was very disappointed . the beer had a dirty brown color with what appears to be floating sediment or spices . it smell really good with a strong hint of spices particularly cinnamon and cloves . the taste is severly lacking . i found that the spices are overpowering and really take the flavor and texture of the beer away . the carbonation was strong and the mouth feel not very exceptional . overall i found that i did n t enjoy the beer very much and did n t really want to have another . grade d c,aroma,0.8,1
a it comes out a very dark and . well . red amber . not much head on this thing but it s got a very nice color . s it smells hoppy and has a punchy citrus scent . smells of oranges tangerine and apricot . t it has a hop kick to it and i do n t really pick up the rye . it just tastes like an ipa albeit a nice one . i get the idea . rye pa . but it should probably be in the ipa category instead of rye . i can taste it a tad but only well after the hop bitterness has faded away after a sip . m it has a decent mouthfeel . there s a decent pep to it and finishes medium dry . o overall it s an ok ipa but i can get an ipa a dime a dozen that taste like this . i would really like more rye flavor to make it unique .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance cloudy hazelnut brown with a tan head . dissipates to a film and collar around the edge of the glass . very pretty lacing . smell perfect balance of rich nutty and sweet malts and citrusy hops . beautiful aroma and the american hops work nice with the rich malts . taste starts with a sweet sappy resin flavor mixed with white sugar . super rich and caramel malts take control before fading into a cirusy bitter finish . some sweet malt as well as bitters in the aftertaste . mouthfeel very warm and sticky reminds me of an apple cider texture . the carbonation is strangly chewy yet smooth and light . finish crisp and refreshing . drinkability the high abv is very well hidden . this beer can sneak up and knock one on thier ass . quite smooth.,aroma,1.0,1
i am pleased to see that southern tier has moved away from twist off caps on their six packs . good carbonation i d say it s extremely clear for a wheat . i have come to expect a natural haze in wheat beers due to their protein content i believe . this appears as clear as a lager or a blonde . nothing incredibly aromatic going on nice slight but noticeable bitterness this is a really nice transition beer for people getting into the craft beers world . i could see this being very accessible to many peoples palates . nice light beer for bbqs and the beach . nothing too fancy nothing too incredibly off . also this beer tastes far better cold . drinking a warmer beer i get notes of apple and not as nice a tongue feel .,aroma,0.4,0
brown amber at edges looks like an iced coffee . head is appropriately thin and bubbles spring from the bottom of the glass for a while not something typical for this style but i like it . handsome lacing not cakey . smell is nothing exceptional some obvious coffee and a touch of dark chocolate . in your mouth this is not a heavy malty thick robust latte style coffee porter like most out there but it is lighter in body and specific in taste . the flavors pop instead of muddle around in a sweet overwhelming sludge . the malt base is surprisingly weak in order to showcase the coffee . and forget about hops . any sort of bitter quality you are getting is from the roasted coffee . kind of has the flavor is kahlua but a way way less sweet and obviously carbonated . this is a coffee beer where it is obvious that coffee comes first and beer comes second . and in this case it works because it is laid back enough so to not overwhelm . it is awesomely unique in how well it is able to showcase the coffee and not get in the way of itself . as i mentioned before the flavor is specific and direct and meantime does a great job keeping away any confusing flavors . i am almost exclusively an american beer guy and i instinctively avoid fancy bottles but it was recommended to me and i went for it and loved it . may this be a lesson for me in narrow mindedness . absolutely try this .,aroma,0.6,1
got this at de bierkoning in amsterdam . from a bottle into a weizen glass . appearance pours a finger medium thin looking fluffy white head with lots of snap crackle and pop sounds everywhere . very loud and noisy beer . medium high carbonation gamboge orange and opaque . head snaps and pops fading slowly to a decent foam head . only a ring remains around the edges leaving no lacing . smell decent nose of wheat malt and cloves with touches of banana in the background . a slight hint of bread in there as well . quite nice and bold especially for the abv . not bad . taste a little disappointing . lacking up front for sure . some wheat malt and then some sour dough bread with lemon and a touch of cloves . the malt is pretty sweet here as well creating a kind of sweet sour thing . the sweet sour aftertaste is relatively strong and long lasting and includes a quite a bit of bready flavours as well . it s a little too sweet sour with too much bread for my liking . palate medium thinner body and slightly watery . not creamy enough . goes down fine and finishes relatively dry on the palate but it s bordering on being too astringent . this part is lacking as well . overall this one just was n t quite right . it certainly smelt great which sparked my interests of course but the taste and mouthfeel just did n t deliver . it s too sweet sour and bready for my tastes and the feel just ca n t compete with the other great weizen out there . i d pass on this one .,aroma,0.7,1
serving storage notes consumed june served in a snifter thanks to inlimbo for this beer . appearance pours thick and sludgy . dark almost black with a thick dark brown head very few bubbles and no lacing . smell i get almost nothing when cold probably served a touch too cold but as it warms i get a heavy dose of smoked wood oak dark chocolate vanilla and touch of raisins and prunes . taste bigtime roasted grain with punch in the face of rum soaked oak and charred wood . strong vanilla bean espresso and fresh baked brownie in the finish with touch of astringency and acidity . mouthfeel thick and coating . the carbonation was a slight bit higher than expected with a mild acidic bite .,aroma,0.7,1
a deep copper frothy off white head with plenty of retention and lacing . s toasty malt body . grassy . very floral with the hops . piny . t big and bitter . hops pushing the issue throughout . touch of grape on top of the malty body . there s a strange funky twang in there that s bothering me though almost ammonia like . m clean and medium bodied . o the funky twist in the taste kills me with this brew . it smells great but does n t live up to the smell .,aroma,0.9,1
dark rusty brown red with a creamy small ringy off khaki head . rich sweet fruits brandy dates plums maybe licorice . alcohol is there too . some spicy hop resins as well . cant pick up any weird viking esque funk . fruity malts up front with oaky winey notes maybe from aging oxidation . almost tangy toward the finish along with herbal hop bitterness . slightly astringent with the tanginess . not as warming as i wish it was . medium bodied with a soapy feel and not quite big and velvety enough . carbonation is a little meager as well see small head . could be better .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks a bunch to urbancaver for this taste . from notes a good dark black body with a medium brown head s delicious sweet chocolaty bourbon t dry smoky bourbon and vanilla . a little hot . m a bit thin but lively . o d tasty great smelling . a oz bottle split ways can make it difficult to judge . but very enjoyable,aroma,1.0,1
an orval clone with some brett added for fun . reviews on rb mine s the first on ba . hmmm . this one pours alovely peach color with a touch of amber . the head is a sustained rough cm film that is sustained by a field of bubbles from the bottom of my tulip . on the pour the head exploded quite a bit so take your time . there s a sweet and creamy base with touches of nectarine dinner roll and strawberry that takes on a touch of white flour dryness to transition into a crisp green peppery yeast . there s a tart plumb skin that nestles into the pepper . i m really not sure where i sit on how the tart and the pepper get along but i think i like it . the flavor starts with a touch of dry caramel and a bit of dry bread crust and an ambiguous fruitiness but is then pounced upon by the peppery doughy yeast with a bit of tart plumb skin on the sides of my tongue . this really does n t fit nearly as well as it did with the smell . in the finish the plumb changes from tart to acrid and blends into the peppery yeast and just sits there . i fell that i almost need a chaser for this one . feels dense and present but very slick and clean with a playful carbonation . i m a bit confused by this one . i m not sure what else to say .,aroma,0.9,1
i ll have to admit with all the hype about this beer when i found out that is was not a dark beer i thought i would be let down as i have had alot of other belgium beers of this alcohol content and thought nothing of them except all alcohol and no flavor . i tried my hardest not to let this make my opinion of this beer be biased . lets start on the review now . the color is a golden copper with a short lived head that will quickly come back with a little swirl . as for the aroma it was a little weak mostly fruity aromas . the mouth feel was exceptionally rich with a warming feeling . the flavor i noticed most was fruity with some biscuit flavors . my true feelings is a strong leffe blonde . this beer was quite surprising being that i am a dark beer fan i can not say that it let me down with all the hype but it was n t one of the top belgiums that i have had .,aroma,0.4,0
stone brewery make some of my favorite beers yet . i was about to grab double bastard ale when i noticed an intriguing barley wine sitting right next to it . i checked out the bottle and realized that i had to give this one a try . being a limited brew i put down the double bastard and snagged this massive . barley wine style ale . and i am so glad i did . i have been trying a lot of barley wines lately but this is definitely the best one i have had recently . i poured it into a pint glass and noted the very dark orange amber like appearance with a small fluffy off white head . i then gave my nose a taste before my mouth . huge hop and malt aroma very typical of stone . i then let my tongue join in on the fun and it was nothing short of spectacular . obviously being a barley wine you probably wont want to drink gallon of this so i would say the oz bottle is plenty . if you re looking to session grab a six pack of the stone ipa to wash this down . anyways if you like barley wine style ales or huge hop taste or are looking to grow some chest hair and not look like a vagina with your miller lights then i would highly recommend giving this a try . oh yeah did i mention bitter . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
wells banana bread beer pours a very clear amber color with a thick head that stayed for a while . smell was strong with bananas sweet bready malts . the taste is simple . banana bread . if you can imagine that in a beer with nothing else going for it then you can imagine this beer . the banana is ripe and nearly rubbery . mouthfeel somewhat creamy but with overwhelming carbonation though definitely crisp and easily drinkable . an interesting beer and one that s good as a crossover beer . not one i would typically buy but it was fun .,aroma,0.9,1
this long trail offering pours with a ghostly head that disappears as a specter would . it is a pale ginger ale yellow with no odor save for the blackberry . blackberry and wheat are its only flavors but lets face it this beer is n t supposed to have any other flavors . one reviewer put it perfectly this beer almost drinks more like a soda than a beer . although its fruitiness and carbonation make it easy to drink i actually poured it out .,aroma,0.6,1
crystal clear golden hue topped by a head with better than average retention for a high adjunct brew . sparse lace is left . clean mild corn sweetness light dms and hay like grain . typical macro aroma . this brew is soft all around with a bland but innocuous grainy malt profile coupled with a very light hop bitterness . corn flavors are surpsingly subdued . nothing stands out whatsoever and hop flavor is absent . finishes clean and watery . there s nothing memorable about labatt blue whatsoever but it seems less offputting when compared to many american macros .,aroma,0.4,0
a slightly hazey copper color . no head whatsoever . s fruity malty and herbal . smells a bit sour and earthy . t alcoholic with lots of residual sweetness and hop flavor . a bit of herbal funkyness as well . m thick and syrupy very low carbonation . d this really reminds me of dogfish . very thick quite hoppy and hard as hell to drink . some decent carbonation would help this beer tremendously . the best feature is the hop character but it is n t good enought to redeem this one . i am not going to dump it but i am pretty pissed off that i paid . for this .,aroma,0.7,1
a broad generalization of the liquor stores in saint john would be that besides macro lagers there usually is or choices of reds . this is the first garrison product i ve had . pours with an even head and little lace . light brown body . highly filtered . nothing real inviting . it starts off very nice with a level of bitterness that i ve yet to have since arriving . smells solid . a nice malty backbone a touch of caramel and some slightly toasted wheat . towards the middle it turns decidedly tinny metallic and a bit amatuer after the initial splash of goodness . malts are overmatched by this chemical feel and taste . notes very conservative brewing for a microbrew . nothing wrong with conservative but you have to hit the marks if you go for an easy drinking brew and this one misses . so far i m dissapointed in the local offerings . a night out at taps located downtown hopefully will change my mind overall .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz . oil can . has freshness date on bottom . very hard to pour into a glass . a light amber copper with large bubbly white head . leaves good lacing . s sweet malts . it s got a funky stench to it . watery . t m very bitter and leaves the mouth dry . sweet malts with adjunct ingredients . watery d not all that good . much too bitter and dry . not a good example of a esb . cheers,aroma,0.3,0
appearance chestnut color with a tannish white head that dimmishes quickly smell exceptional .wonderful nutty smells alot of hazelnut and also hits of toffee taste wow just like a hazelnut coffee.awesome beer great flavor mouthfeel is very moist and not thin at all . also easy to drink because the aftertaste is very smooth drinkability is up there easy to drink for a brown you have to seek this beer .worth a try,aroma,1.0,1
canned on . the first seasonal surly i ve had . figured i should start taking advantage of living in minneapolis and give it a try . also full disclosure i m a bit of a beer newb and this is one of the higher abv beers i ve had and the first double ipa i ve had . appearance an orangeish honey color with a nice two finger head . lacing sticks around for a while after each sip . smell one of my favorite smelling beers . big citrus hops . pretty much just hops . not complaining . seemed to change to an almost piney smell towards the bottom of the glass . taste first few sips are as advertised abrsaive . tongue is pretty much overwhelmed and requires more than one sip to figure out completely . obviously lots of hops with an alcohol aftertaste that seems to get lost by the bottom of the glass . lots of citrus orange in particular with some grapefruit . mouthfeel pretty much how you d expect for this . bitter and abrasive with a good deal of carbonation . drinkability a dangerous beer . however one night drinking this i had a oz can of abrasive followed by a different beer . i then decided i wanted a sip of the abrasive she was drinking and my tongue wanted no part of that . perhaps my tongue just got used to drinking the more mellow beer i had but the one sip i had tasted nothing like the beer i had a couple hours beforehand . a great beer although side by side with furious surly s year round ipa in my liquor store i m inclined to go with furious . definitely something i will pick up once per year when it is available and possibly something i will come back to once i try a few more double ipas .,aroma,1.0,1
oz simplistic brown bottle no freshness date or lot code . . for the single . pours well porter like perhaps darker than average . black body with a dark tan head that quickly fades to a thin sheet that covers the top and lasts until the end . smells like real vanilla i.e . vanilla beans not extract . the label says it s brewed with real vanilla beans it smells like it . some milk chocolate sweetness complements perfectly man this is nice . vanilla is more subdued in the taste which is exactly how i d make it . a sweet porter without tons of the roasty malts that one might expect . again lots of milk chocolate to go with the vanilla no real coffee notes . mouthfeel is a touch on the thin side but feels right for this beer . carbonation is fine . totally quaffable for me i m jonesing for another one right now . iirc this was one of my very first dark beers ever years ago at college . somebody bought one of those beers of the world mixed pack from world market and no one wanted to drink this one . i bit the bullet and actually tolerated it a huge feat back in those times . man i wish i would have re tried this one earlier this is some good stuff . i ll be getting more . a style concept that could easily turn out disasterous but here works well . highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle into a goblet . as i was taking the cage off of the bottle the cork shot out and hit the ceiling . it sounded like a gun shot but none of the beer overflowed at all . one of the strangest things i ve ever seen . appearance pours a cloudy yellow color with a orange hue . there is a two finger white head that leaves a layer throughout the pour . smell smells very sour and herbal . quite a bit of barnyard type funk . some vinegar and citrus aromas as well . perhaps some funky cheese . taste kind of a let down after the smell . more sweet than sour . there is some funk but more in the background . there is an herbal taste and a bit of vinegar . bitter in the finish . mouthfeel medium body with mild fluffy carbonation . the finish starts to be dry but never really gets there . overall not a huge fan of this one . the smell is nice but it does n t really deliver from there . probably going to skip over this again .,aroma,0.9,1
talk about pouring a glassfull of sludge . this beats out any bell s beer in that department . looks muddy and sludgey . light dusting of light brown foam . not really all that inviting . aroma is pretty unique . not as fruity as i was expecting . it s actually got darker tones of dampness dankness mustiness . of cellars in general . there s a little currant on the nose but not a lot . oh this is not good . acetic acid and sour stale rotten fruit . i should have known better than plopping down the for this one . oh well . usually i like the currant aspect melded with beer . not in this one though . this is drainpour .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a light golden color with no head and no lacing . smell is nice wheat spice sweet malt . taste is something i ca n t really explain . it tastes as though there are chemical additives sweet malts with a somewhat dry finish . i am at a loss here maybe some sort of grains . either way i do n t like it . mouthfeel is light bodied with appropriate carbination . drinkability is below average . the taste is terrible i will only ever drink half of one of these . i am going to dump the rest out . this beer is not good for this style . infact it is not good at all.i hated the taste and i ca n t finish it . terrible . .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a bottle into the sam adams pint glass a golden yellow and fizzy little to no head with no lace . s i ll be honest i thought i had opened a bud light or the like very grainy with very little hop presence . t light and crisp but not much to do here it tastes way to much like an american mass prduced brew . m the carbonation level is good but leaves that near salty taste when the beer finishes d no thanks i ll drink this one but i dont belive i ll be buying this one again i stoppped drinking stuff like this a long time ago their other beers are much better .,aroma,0.3,0
whether it be just for the amazing looking tap or the crispness of the refreshing beverage on a hot summer day it is a necessity to knock this one off your list of beers to try . hobgoblin is a very easy going down brown ale that is a perfect session beer . not a very complex beer but has a great taste to it .,aroma,0.6,1
wow . have n t had a guinness product in nearly years but the draught was something that was part of the regular college line up . review is from notes taken on and poured from the bottle to a snifter . appearance pour is deep dark brown near black and starts with a big an finger creamy tan head with really good retention body is entirely opaque head eventually fades to a thick and incomplete skim with a plateau of larger bubbles in the center nice webs and strands of lacing are left behind . smell not especially robust or overpowering but there are definite hints of the bittering hops bit of a sweet milky chocolate aspect lying underneath it and some well roasted barley also a bit of a coppery metallic bite at the beginning of each whiff i remember this being in there in the draught version as well . taste definitely not the guinness of my college days this rendition is by far superior to it . nice roasted malts with some bittersweet chocolate that is smooth and a little milky creamy in presence an earthy hoppiness to it that even belies a hint of citrus . very nice overall and i m very pleased by this stout . the fes is not a style that i m especially well versed in yet but this one makes me want more . mouthfeel body is a solid medium in terms of weight and it is very smooth almost silky carbonation is present but it s very light and soft and adds to the creamy body a thin dry sticky coating is left all over the palate and the belly is even left a little warm . drinkability cheers to guinness for this one . it s super solid with great flavors and a near perfect mouthfeel weight might slow me down after one or two and the abv would likely catch up at . after a couple as well but nice for a cold night and i m more than cool feeling that i could drink maybe even three . price point was good too bucks bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
this review might be a bit under the influence but i m trusting my notes . also the booziness led to some extreme dancing on vanderbilt when i was drinking it i somehow was telling people it was . alcohol by volume . oops it s . . the appearance is a dirty amber cloudy almost cidery looking with a nice head . smell is flowery and very aromatic . did n t notice the booze mentioned in the other reviews.taste is a little yeasty features nice round malts and has a sweet and tart citrus hop finish . feels good because it s a medium body with solid carbonation and except for the booze in it it s a highly drinkable brew . my first kuhnhenn beverage definitely not my last .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap into a tasting glass at the brew pub . why oh why does each pub continue to dumb their self down to placate the dumb macro beer masses . this beer is nothing less than a crappy sell out . it looks and tastes exactly like a bmc . the taste is total garbage . at least the aroma has some character as its not at all skunk and provides a little sweet corn and actual hops . avoid this unless it comes as a freebie in a sampler .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from bottle into a pint glass great thick head filled the remaining space in my glass with my vigorous pour and the good carbonation it contained which held itself together for quite a while . beer is a orange yellow with a golden haze . not a strong nose for a pale ale let alone one that is dry hopped . little floralness to it but not much at all . crisp on the tongue with quick finish . a lot less hops than i had thought or hoped fro from a dry hopped pale ale but that do n t mean it is not a good plae ale. just was less than i had expected . some citrus and of course some hops but both not overwhelming . a malt backbone also hides in the background again not overwhelming . light body lots of carbonation and overall a nice drinking pa . i like the dry hopping but it certainly do n t take this to a hoppy heaven by any means . an easy drinking ale that i will revisit at some time but doubt i ll rush .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle from liquid solutions xmas present for me while helping a fellow ba with secret santa . pours a dark brown with a smallish tan white head that laces the sides all the way down . nice dark ruby highlights when held to the light . smells really sweet like cream soda . strong aroma of dark fruits cherries and plums some vanilla mix in some chocolate and some roast . really great nose . taste is roasted malts and dark dried fruits . quite sweet . finishes with a bit of alcohol and a lingering bitter fruit if that s possible . sticky silky mouthfeel thick body light carbonation . great brew i wish i had bought a few more .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a deep sunset orange with a small head . s smell is absolutely perfect . sweet floral tones with a huge aromatic pineyness . t taste is milder than expected from the ipaesque nose but good none the less . starts off with a huge hit of piney hop flavor but mellows quickly into sweet maltiness and very little if any hop bitterness . m creamy with a good amount of carbonation . theres something different about the three floyds mouthfeel that i ca n t put my finger on . at first with dreadnaught i thought it was lack of carbonation but now im thinking it may be to creamy for a pale ale or ipa . d this would be an absolutely excellent session beer . one of my favorite pale ales to date . has all of the hop flavor but none of the bitterness which makes it pretty drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
trying back to back kolsch beers today poured into a standard pint glass a light clear golden with a large fluffy white head that never fully settles another spritzy lookin klosch this head a great head to hit as well.aromas are muted only some light toasty grain this is a crisp dry kolsch spicy herbal hop and toasted grain flavors mainly i like the crispness of this beer.now this a perfect warm weather brew that again isnt a throw back beer i like this alot .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured out a cloudy orange color with an off white bubbly one finger head of foam . it left behind thick sheets of lace . s a great pine aroma with sweet citrus notes and hints of caramel . t lots of pine and grapefruit flavors at first sip . plenty of toasted malt flavors . m it was crisp and sharp with a surprising alcohol heat . a full bodied ale . d this is pretty good ipa . it is very intense and maybe slightly unbalanced .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a hazy orange color good sized head with nice lacing down the glass s smell is of sweet ripe citrus fruits . t much the same as the smell lots of citrusy type hops in there . slight malt sweetness but not well balanced at all . m medium bodied beer feels real overcarbonated to me . overall did n t really care for this one not balanced at all . i love hops but it would be better with some more malt backbone .,aroma,0.8,1
out of a bottle picked up in a new hampshire gas station this beer was a murky copper color with a cream colored head . the one finger cap displayed excellent retention and the lacing was pretty good too . the aroma was very fresh like a breeze on a river stunning . floral hops and hints of citrus along with caramel malt a sweet and inviting blend . the flavors however very sharply more blunt . i could clearly taste the herbal fresh fermenting wart they used and it neutralized some of the other flavors that tried to come forth . muted orange rind grapefruit notes and a doughy malt yeast blend were present but the bitterness that sat atop them i found unpleasant . the mouthfeel was silky the carbonation perfect and the body medium full .,aroma,1.0,1
when compared to a bud light blue point spring fling american pale ale is fkking fantastic . when compared to other apa s . it s about average . a hazy copper pour with a sustaining head the beer smells sort of indistinct for the hops and malt you d expect . sweet malts and water are what come through mostly . a bit of toasty biscuit comes through at the end of the nose and the . throughout the taste . the hops are n t very present in the aroma but they do show up a bit in the drink . citrus mostly says what s up and then a smooth watery bitter finish clinches the taste . ultimately a drinkable brew that i d love to see on a spring break over tons of other options . but this medium body middle of the road craft brew is pretty much just that average but tasty .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark brown with a fizzing head that does n t last . aroma is of sweet cheap wine by the jug . definitely some honey and candi sugar there . light toasted malt with caramel backbone . not sure what to make of it but the sweetness of the honey hides the alcohol . way too carbonated to be enjoyable but still an interesting beer .,aroma,0.8,1
smell here is n t of really much . perhaps a bit of creaminess . it s just kind of beery . pours out of the nitro can into the glass a nice copper color with a head about a centimeter thick . good density . the taste here is of a mild toasted grain quality . nice and creamy mouthfeel with low carbonation . there s a nice english hop bitterness at the end that finishes the beer out pretty well . a little bit of toastiness lingers after the swallow . after a while the muted flavors pretty much die out and it s just like drinking a thick hardly flavored beer . an easy drinker . at this low abv you could drink these seemingly all day . it s tasty and just something you do n t have to think much about when drinking .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours a dark amber color with adbundent head that last through out . smells of a typica quad a bit spicey and harsh . the taste is strong smooth but full of spices . full flavored beers like these arent for the macro lover . overall what else can be said its a great beer .,aroma,0.6,1
labelled as a white ale grand cru from montana . well then i got ta try this one . into a belgian tulip the apparent feature is the well carbonated action creating an enormous fluffy head that is stubborn to recede . it leaves thick lace sliding about as it slowly pleases . underneath this extravaganza is a pale yellow beer with fine bubbles rippling through it . smells of a big comforting yeast scent aiding in the wide pleasing but soft dough aura from the malty headiness of this brew . quickly opens to light lemon hints and a sweet champagne like sense followed by light but pungent floral hops . the piece de resistance are the notes of white pepper and ginger that really give this beer a unique character . a real treat for the nose . tastes of fine witbier wheat and sourdough bread flavors abetted by a soft sweet and also chewy yeast component it is an unfiltered beer . these lead to aftertastes like chewing on saltines and further along some soft drying hops . spices are very light and mostly citric . finish is a bit mediocre losing some of the sweet ish moderate core of the beers profile . mouthfeel is moderate to thick from the wheat and yeast but the over abundant carbonation though it makes a beautiful appearance brings so much sudsy action that its almost chewable . overall it wavers between seeming like a witbier an abbey tripel and a grand cru . intriguing taste rapturous scent . an interesting beer and worthy of another try when it gets hot outside . the more i think about this one of the more interesting beers ive had in awhile . a unique character that defies stylization points for that effort and the super low price .,aroma,0.9,1
had this with fellow ba moxley . poured from a petit bottle into a goblet had apricot color and almost very little head that settled to nothing . the aroma was light and malty but the taste was heavy spice up front with light malty flavor . it got better as it warmed and the sediment sips saved it from disapionting to acceptable but still not something i would buy again . i wish i had ba member s experience with this one maybe we had a bad bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
this poured a clear maroon with no head . it immediately smelled pretty bad like a wet dog followed by scents of malt and maybe chlorine . it tasted somewhat better like bland hops mixed with bland malts . it was watery with no carbonation and had a sour aftertaste . overall this was a clean but unimpressive drink with nothing christmas or otherwise enjoyable about it .,aroma,0.3,0
i think this is a great beer . that is being fresh the year it is brewed . might be even better laid down serving bottle poured to tulip glass appearance dark cloudy look atleast in a tulip glass it looks as if it has a belgian look to it lighter in color but darkens with thickness . smell ca n t give too much good info review on this due to a right nostril stuffed up . but what i can smell is a lot of malt with some caramel to it . please remember on this tasting that i do have a stuffed nose thank you taste lighter malty spelling taste great body to the beer smooth going down not noticing the high alcohol content mouthfeel feels like a well balanced beer . does n t feel like a light beer at all but does n t feel like those real heavy beers either . overall if this was available all year round this would be an easy drinking beer with heavy alcohol content that could possibly get you into trouble with anyone law wife etc . it s a beer worth trying . atleast buy a single if available if not get a pack and drink if you can resist or and then age the rest . also the picture needs to be updated . they have a different label now .,aroma,0.6,1
this was a long time want . thanks to brad for opening this up for our graduation tasting . poured from a ml bottle into tulip glasses . a pours a hazy orange amber color . no head . not a fan of putting too much stock in appearance but this beer was pretty unattractive . s interesting mix of sourness and sweetness . picking up the barnyard lemon sourness with a bit of apple skins and oak . decent but the sweetness was a bit out of a place . t disappointing . this is gueze . the moment the beer hit the palate i picked up the taste of sour lemons . however the sweetness in this beer turned it into a artificial lemon sweet candy flavor that was slightly off putting . i honestly could not get over this taste . the rest of this beer was basically ruined . m flat . completely flat . d hard to finish my portion . just was n t digging this one . overall glad to have finally tried this but this was easily the disappointment of our sour tasting . definitely will be passing on this one .,aroma,0.8,1
poured out of a oz bottle . pours dark brown to black with a very thin head and no lacing . smells of a typical porter with the presence of chocolate and fruit . upon first taste hints of plum and cocoa bleed through . after a few seconds the caramel and dark chocolate are prominent . upon the last taste there is a pleasant bite of pepper to fulfill the tastebuds .,aroma,0.6,1
brilliantly clear dark golden with brass accents forming a poofy white head with surprisingly decent retention and very nice lacing . carbonation is moderately strong forming some streamers . aroma is skunky with notes of freshly cut hay sweet grainy malts and floral hops . mouthfeel is soft although decidingly not smooth with a medium body and an astringent tannic finish . taste begins with skunky thiols followed by a rather intense dry bitterness which continues through and surpasses the finish leaving the mouth with a very dry tacky aftertaste . there is a touch of sweet malt and corn in the middle obscured for the most part by the skunk . the finish has very strong notes of lemon rind . i ve certainly had much better pilseners and perhaps this is good when it s not skunked but i ve had this on many many occasions and it s always been skunked . i ve even had a friend from the czech republic bring me a bottle back home and it was just as nasty as the stuff i get locally . the fact that the beer is in green bottles is a testament that the brewery just does n t care about it s beer . big black mark to you urquell .,aroma,0.2,0
a pours a light copper orange with fingers of big bubbled fluffy white head that recedes quickly and leaves a pretty tenacious coat of lacing . the first thing that comes to mind is cream soda . s lots of citrusy bite in the smell hints of grapefruit and orange and some grassy hop presence in there rounding it out . some biscuit malt also makes an appearance . t mandarin orange and grapefruit come through loud and proud in the flavor . a bit of malty caramel comes through too . the smell basically translates over in to the flavor no real surprises here . all the little would be nuances seem to fall flat on their face right in the middle you taste it expecting a lot more and then you re left saying aw . that s it . m light hoppy bitterness very light bodied compared to what i expected but plenty of carbonation . plenty of aftertaste here but nothing unpleasant . d i could drink quite a few of these actually but it just does n t seem to deliver any kind of punch . the alcohol content is hidden really well for me so it s drinkable enough . is it worth buying again . at most i ll give that a maybe .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a clear very light yellow color with a decent cap of white head . retention is actually not to shabby but does not leave any lacing behind . a skunkalicious aroma greets the nose not really like being lightstruck but more akin to a stinkbug . other faint hints of milled corn wet cardboard and cow manure . this is one of the worst smelling beers i ve come across in a loooong time . i am sure the clear bottle does not help but i also dont think that is the only problem here . taste is not nearly as bad as the aroma here mainly because it lacks in that department . mostly tastes like a piece of cardboard dipped in sparkling water . there s a slight hint of corn and a tickle of a bitter finish . it is not a drain pour but that is mainly because it tastes like water . most mexican lagers can beat this one . boy am i glad i only purchased a single of this .,aroma,0.2,0
brahma premium is like any other big macro beer american adjuct lager . not sure what makes this more better than the standard bavaria . pours golden clear with good carbontaion that provides an intial froathy white head that dissapates quickly . the smell and taste are bolstered by grain with some hop in an effort to balance the beer . this is a standard no frills beer . drink it cuz its beer .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage into tulip . even the most vigorous pour fails to produce any head apart from short lived tan bubbly patch atop of murky dark reddish brown body . flanders oud bruin is supposed to be clear and the complete absence of head is not characteristic to the style hence the low score for the appearance . the nose is utterly complex with interplay of sour sweet fruity and sherry aromas . the sourness takes after balsamic vinegar which is quite intense denoting an aged example as do the obvious sherry notes . the malt is quite rich with caramel and slight chocolaty character while fruity esters are reminiscent of raisins plum and black cherries . some brown sugar is noticeable as is the mild alcohol in the background . the malts balsamic vinegar and black cherry produce rich tart sweet flavor with intensity of a soy sauce . a very faint mushroom like bitterness indicates that brettanomyces has been used to add sourness to this one . the beer is said to be oak aged and that s welcomed as it gives balsamic character to the vinegar but unexpected because maturation on oak is typical to flanders red not bruin . body is medium full and smooth due to nearly absent carbonation and besides the poor appearance flat mouthfeel is the major flaw of otherwise excellent beer .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle into duvel tulip . appearance free pour yields a one and a half inch frothy light tan head that sticks around a long time and leaves a tight arch of lacing when it goes . pours solid black and leaves spots lines and large swatches of lacing . smell from the bottle black coffee . in the glass same coffee with some biscuity bready aromas . vanilla there too though possibly imagined . with warmth a definite vanilla note emerges along with a strong mocha coffee smell . gets much more pastry like . booziness heightens the smell . after awhile the smell sort of settles into a constant mix of coffee pastry vanilla liqueur goodness . smells excellent . taste whoa there s vanilla in there alright . first sip gives a strong hit of vanilla leading to a tempering black coffee bitterness then roasted malt through the middle and finish . long hot aftertaste . i m not sold on the combination of coffee and vanilla here and there s a smokiness there that hinders them both but the proportion of coffee vanilla and porter flavors is perfect . some great chocolate and cake notes come out in the long aftertaste . the . i m going to give this for taste feels a bit high . for me this beer has several big flaws the heat is too high and interferes with the flavor the smoke coffee vanilla notes in the front do n t compliment each other and all of the non aftertaste flavors are kind of garish . still the way each ingredient shines while still letting the strong roasty porter underneath have a large role is very impressive and some of the flavors in the aftertaste are excellent . i was going to give it a . but as i get deeper in the bottle the main flavors which still do n t quite work are growing on me so i ll give the . . mouthfeel medium bodied . a bit watery and sticky at the same time . well carbonated approaching over carbonated . very hot . overall this beer is a bit of a conundrum for me . on the one hand it s a major example of my main beer pet peeve smelling better than it tastes . on the other this beer smells so damn good i want to add overall points out of happiness that i get to smell it at all . the flavor itself is a little confused and i m really not sold on it . still it s enjoyable as it goes and it s a well crafted beer . i think the flaws i find in the mouthfeel might be pretty subjective me oriented preference things as well . all this apologist stuff said i still wo n t be very tempted to buy this again which is a clear indicator that the overall score needs to drop a bit .,aroma,1.0,1
a very dark black nice dark tan head not a lot of head but what is there looks creamy and delicious . this beer seems fairly thick . s wowzer . huge chocolate in there . big sweet chocolate dominates with malt and a little bit of roasted grain in the background . t lots of booze at first followed by a slight tart flavor and it ends with roasty goodness . i wish the chocolate came through a bit more . m very thick chewable but with a decent amount of carbonation . d nice but the bit of tartness in the flavor really takes away from this . who knows maybe that will decrease as it warms .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a red tinged brown color with a fizzy tan head . smell is predominantly artificially tart raspberries . taste is nutty and chocolatey up front then rounded out by tangy raspberries . smooth going down not a shabby beer by any means . a great desert drink and one i will definitely come back to . it is definitely on sweeter side which somewhat limits the drinkability but i will come back these for desert anytime they are available .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bottle out of the beer fridge at degrees into a spiegelau stemmed pilsner tulip glass . a an aggressive pour yields only a finger bubbly head that disappears rather quickly . very spotty lacing remains . color is clear golden yellow . s typical yeasty floral aroma with very faint noble hops hiding in the background . nice and belgian esque . t follows the nose a bit restrained in the flavor profile . floral citrus bitterness takes over at the finish to dry things up . slightly too bitter for this style in my opinion . m a bit flat and thin with quite low carbonation . barely enough carbonation to suit the beer . almost feels like an amber or irish red ale . lowest marks here . o eh not bad but not quite what i was expecting . i was encouraged by the smell but subsequently disappointed by the taste and mouthfeel . a respectable blend of belgian and apa styles but nothing more . that said it s extremely drinkable and hides the . abv ridiculously well as it drinks like it s around . i could see this being a very dangerous session brew if one were so inclined . not bad for the price and probably not a beer i d go out of my way for but it was certainly worth drinking and would n t turn one down if offered . note i love bspas but this just does n t match up with the likes of duvel and delirium tremens . hades is an acceptable easy drinker with similar flavors but no more .,aroma,0.9,1
the bottle calls it a non sequitur of a beer and thus it was difficult to categorize . it s brewed with a belgian flanders ale yeast with cinnamon and anaheim chilis . so is it a belgian ale . a chile beer . a spiced beer . it s all of the above and somehow all of those things actually work together . the bottle says the yeast should present banana and clove favors and it does . the cinnamon and chiles are also present . banana and chile are the two most dominant favors to my palate with banana up front and chile in the middle and finish . the chile is noticeable though not overly spicy . really it seems like it should be a mess but it s delicious it s a nice garnet color thick frothy tan head that fades quickly in the nose i pick up spice and alcohol but the booziness does n t carry over to the taste . mouthfeel is rich but not heavy . i really like this . one of the better entries in the vertical epic series . serious credit for taking a bunch of favors that do n t seem like they should go together and making them work harmoniously . i ll definitely be getting more while it s on shelves .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a very dark hazy amber almost red . there s a respectable retentive white head . very very strong hops . wine pine flowers and citrus . layered and poured on in bucnhes against a great chocolate malt . oh i m in for a treat . . or not . starts with big but not huge hops . mostly dry a little funky . no citrus or floral complexities . caramel malt runs in a bit near the middle but the end and what serves to balance out the hops is a not very nice alcohol burn . uneven . wow . the nose was so great . what happened . in spite of its mediocre flavor and presumably high alcohol it was n t hard to finish . still not all that great .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle into a tulip glass . a the beer is a deep dark brown color with a thin beige head that fades slowly and leaves a thin lace on the glass . s the aroma contains hops dark fruit roasted malts and a bit of chocolate . t the taste starts out very bitter with flavors of dark chocolate and a strong hops presence . the malt character is hearty and theres a touch of smokiness in the background but a lot of balance . it does get a bit better as it sits after pouring . the after taste is bitter sweet . m crisp but not very smooth medium body medium carbonation finish is very dry and slightly sticky . o a little tasty goes down ok not too filling good kick good representation of style which is a recreation of a hoppy black ale originally brewed in london as shown on the label a decent beer but there are several other similar beers that i would pick first .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a medium golden color with not a whole lot of white bubbly head that disappears almost immediately leaving a thin layer . smells slightly yeasty not much else in the way of aroma . tastes hoppy but not too bitter . hints of citrus finishes a little sour but mostly dry . mouthfeel is very creamy and foamy very nice . overall very drinkable . a well balanced beer not a whole lot in the way of flavor or smell but what is there is n t bad .,aroma,0.4,0
very light and pale golden . looks more like grape juice than a pilsner . clarity is fine . small bubbly white head leaves sparse lace . nice pils maltiness on the nose spattered with floral and spicy hop notes . soft malt tones mix with some bitter hoppiness and peppery spice notes . all in all this combo of flavors strikes me as pretty average . the mouthfeel is nicely carbonated.body about medium . not too bad . not too good .,aroma,0.8,1
third review in a row where masterski is the sole previous review . i m ba review stalking . a black somewhat transparent beer that turned ruby on the edges . off white head that looks a little grey against the black beer . moderate retention that faded to a tight ring . s i really like the nose on this one a lot . healty dose of peppercorn with some complimentary citrus something i usually do n t go for . the winner is a great hot chili burn on the backend of the nose from the chili pepper . really excited to try this one . t this is not good . tastes like sour dish soap and having drank dish soap on accident before i find it tobe a good descriptor . the citrus does not do enough to cover up that bad taste . peppercorn is more muted than on the nose and i ca n t pick out the chilis . realy wish there was some chili burn to this . it has a completely horrible aftertaste that i could not get out of my mouth . m smooth medium bodied and carbonation . slightly dry finish makes the taste stick in your mouth much longer than it should . o get the feeling some people will like this one but the taste repulsed me . had a hard time drinking it .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours an amber color that is mostly clear and also contains a slightly reddish hue . lots of carbonation is rising to the top which seems to be typical of sleeman . the head is decent starting out thick and creamy looking before settling down to a thick layer of puffiness over the brew . lacing is also decent with moderate stringy whips of foam clinging to my glass . s unfortunately the aroma does n t lead on that this is a honey brown but rather starts out with a dry grainy and or adjuncty phoniness about it . a little bit skunked and a tinge of alcohol do n t help matters . there is a hint of bitterness right at the end but it s not enough to save the smell of this one . t hints of malt sweetness and honey flavoring but otherwise this actually tastes somewhat boozy and synthetic . there is a metallic flavor that comes through even though this was poured from a glass bottle . there is no real hop bitterness on the finish . the aftertaste is n t too bad if not a little cloying in sweetness . i know this section sounds bad but strangely enough my palate gets used to the flavors as i drink more and it does get a little better . m it s light bodied that s for sure but it is surprisingly smooth . the carbonation is fine which provides for a creamy texture that allows that honeyed sweetness to come through well . o i remember a time when this was among my favorite brews but now it just does n t hold that same pizzaz . i ve moved on i guess to bigger and better beer . still it was interesting to have one of these again and though i d still drink this it s not what i remember . i know i ve had this on tap from time to time and think it s much better in that form . .maybe that s what s wrong here . this is a good one for those who are just breaking into beer or new styles for that matter but trust me there are much better takes on this style .,aroma,0.4,0
heineken be damned . this is the best mass produced western euro lager bar none . smell of floral hops . the taste is lightly hopped with a slight yeasty to malty character . slight fruitedness in the clean aftertaste . france s best that s for sure . oh et la bouteille.trs chic . that bottle is really stylish,aroma,0.6,1
a wonderful nose and the quality of a strong ale . reminds me greatly of oaked arrogant bastard . nose is maple syrup lemon and walnuts . palate is a bit more earthy than the nose would suggest . tastes like something english bitter lemon citrus earth but more intensifed . syrupy sweet and back with an equally mineral earth bitter . wood is dingy ash flavor with a astringent pine bitter .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a golden color with a rather large head . actually bought it because its past its drink by age and was only ten bucks for a case . you can taste primarily just lime and i have no clue what cactus tastes like but this is what i d imagine it to taste like . it is super easy to drink at . alcohol and is a nice refreshing beer after a long day at work or a long workout or a pickup game of football basketball or baseball . its by far the best ultra light style beer i ve had .,aroma,0.3,0
i had this poured for me last night at the boston winter jubilee . although i typically frown on reviewing a beer tasted at a beer fest i feel compelled to share my review of just this one . smell appearance having begun the night with a dfh minute i had set an admittedly high standard for this style of beer . after sipping a number of other iipas however i was beginning to get pretty downtrodden with the belief nothing else could satisfy my piqued hop craving . but one whiff and i knew this brew was the answer . strong spicy aromatic citrus emanated from the small pour of golden amber elixir . taste mouthfeel after a small sample i turned and offered my brother a sip barely able to hold back a tear . the taste is terrific spicy robust and sure to satiate any hop head . the mouthfeel was also notably light er relatively and did n t have quite such a syrupy quality as characterizes other inferior examples of the style . true to its hearty gloucester roots this offering from cape ann is certainly not for the faint of heart but for fans of the dipa it s a must try .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a red wine glass closest thing i had to proper tulip . nice light amber color . good carbonation . strong head formation that dissolved to a uniform quarter inch head . nothing spectacular on the nose but for the typical belgian funk which was fine but i could distinguish nothing else . first sip went down and left a metallic alkaline twinge on the back of my palate which i attribute to the high alcohol content . this disappeared almost completely on subsequent sips and except for a slight cough syrupy twang the alcohol remained well hidden throughout . body and carbonation make for a good mouthfeel as well . overall a keeper i just expected some more hop character to poke through but then again perhaps belgian darks are n t where we go for hop nirvana .,aroma,0.4,0
a christmas day treat . bottle poured into an ommegang tulip glass . pours reddish amber light from bottom to a darker top . low little foam . nose is plums raisins cherries . dates too . rich hearty syrupy taste . heavy and sticky . burning finish . syrup sweetness at the beginning . face puckering a definite sipper . warmth ensues . abounding with flavor difficult at first and a lot of time to pull down . unique .,aroma,1.0,1
pint on tap pour farm in new bedford ma . dark brown body near nothing of a head but i did n t see how it was poured so who knows . nothing too special . moderate lacing sandy tan in color . s lots of herbal and vegetal hop aromas and some dark roasty malt . t kind of ashy bitterness followed by a hint of citrus . a good amount of coffee really burnt though . bitterness lingers and lingers . not really on an even keel . m robust hoppy . full and heavy on the tongue . o meh . kinda wish i ordered something else . it s not bad but my mind kept drifting towards stone s sublimely self righteous while i had this .,aroma,0.8,1
extra from ncbeernut . . huge thanks for sending this one over for me to try . . beautiful dark golden pour fluffy ass head . . smells absolutely wonderful . pungent aroma of hops all the way . piney citrusy hops and i m loving it . i want to smell this all night . terrific blend of piney grapefuit hops and sweet malts. thought this was going to be a hop bomb all the way which would have been fine but i m surprised at the balance on this one . maybe a tad boozy which pulls the drinkability down a tad but still overall this is a great brew . . you know exactly what you re getting going in and it does n t disappoint . .,aroma,1.0,1
no pop on the cork pours a still black . fairly lifeless . no carbonation . light vanilla and bourbon with a slight tart cherry very reminiscent of red poppy . light tart cherry with a subtle mix of grape and cheap red wine . the bourbon and vanilla blended well however they never helped this out . i found this very sided and completely lacking any complexity . it was parts cherry and bourbon . nothing special here . dead flat with a hint of dryness . this was boring everyone i spoke with after i opened this agreed that it was more or less terrible .,aroma,0.7,1
very dark brown clear appearance . nice coarse lasting head and antique white lacing . aroma is slightly malty but muted . crisp carbonation but it tends to get in the way of the flavor . this medium bodied beer has a thin flavor intially but the flavors seem to hold back and then deal themselves out slowly . this is really nice as i get towards the bottom of the glass but i would prefer something a little bolder perhaps an american bias . . . . the flavor consists of some raisin plums and alcohol not to the extent of a thomas hardy though . there is some hops in the aftertaste that tends to dry the palate .,aroma,0.4,0
the first thing that struck me about this stout was the aroma very complex almost sweet with what i thought could have been vanilla among other things . the surprise was the texture and consistency of this beer i was expecting something much thicker more like guiness and boy was i surprised a much smoother lighter consistency with a great taste and just enough flavor to let you know you are drinking something quality without being over whelming . it took me more time to get a good overall sense of this stout then i would have expected a compliment to the complexity of the flavor .,aroma,1.0,1
a oz bottle from a recent trade with jamie dope . a the ipa looks deep red from a distance before revealing a copper amber color . a half a finger of head blanketed the ale on pour it has since dissapated away . s the nose generally lacks aroma . some grainy bread notes emerge but the hops offer nary a scent . t a sip makes up for the lackluster nose lots of flavor jumps out from the get go . full bodied grains create a dark bready almost rye flavor . the first wave of malt is followed immediately by a nice blast of grassy herbal hops . citrusy rind adds an additional layer of hop flavor a nice addition to the herbal notes . finish is good n hoppy pleasantly bitter long after the sip is gone . m the grassiness of the hops makes this a good sipper lots of flavor to enjoy . d i d gladly pound down a few of these over a couple of hours . from the opa opa site it looks like a thick steak would help greatly .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a captain lawrence growler into a captain lawrence pint glass . it s about and humid today and i think i found the perfect beer for the weather . pours a nice medium golden color not much in the way of a head . the beer is nicely sweet with basically no notable hops present . very easy to drink .,aroma,0.6,1
ok i do n t mind a few floaties but the amount of relatively large floaties in this detracts from the aesthetics . color is an apricot amber with an off white head . aroma is very enticing sweet caramel malts and fresh bread dough dominating along with some flowery and piney notes . taste does n t live up to the aromas of malt sweetness as this is pretty much bone dry in the malt character with a medium hop bitterness leading to a somewhat thin astringent finish . drinkability is fine at this abv . interesting beer but could use some more balance towards the malts .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a medium yellow little head.minimal carbonation . smell is mainly light corn . taste also has cornelements but with a syrupy sweetness that is not overly bad . mouthfeel is medium.not great but not bad . easy on the drinkability scale syurpy smoothness . probably a better summer brew .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a near weizen glass . a dark dull cloudy golden color . medium carbonation pours into a finger foamy white head . quickly settles into a bubbly layer of carbonation . very spotty lacing remains as you drink . s wheat citrus freshly mowed grass and dish soap . t subdued wheat flavor but citrus really stands out . m light but you can feel the acid burn from the citrus infusion . kinda like when you eat a lemon or lime . has a somewhat metallic aftertaste . d okay drinkability . the atmosphere is okay . the nose is a bit unpleasant . the flavor is a bit shocking . the citrus overwhelms . the finish is harsh . this quaff is definitely distinctive and probably not what you ll expect as far as a typical hefeweizen is concerned . it s a little unfortunate really . . . i can remember drinking this in the past and it was frankly a completely different brew back when the bottle was the odd two faces one on top of the other design . it once was a very traditional hefeweizen that i found to be very solid now it s like a bastardized wheat beer with the orange and lemon already brewed in . i m not sure why they ve changed it up so much . anyway . . . serviceable quaff .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer pours into the glass with a light orange gold hue topped by a thick head with good lacing . the aroma is yeasty and malty with hoppy undertones . the flavor is very spicy with a bite on the tongue . turns slightly sweet in the middle with a hoppy finish .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a hazy orange amber with a white head . s dank resiny pine with grapefruit orange pineapple and caramel malt t pineapple pine and grapefruit bitterness with sweet caramel malt backing . finishes with a balanced bitterness . m medium bodied slick and it has low carbonation . d deliciously drinkable the aroma starts things off full speed and the taste does n t disappoint .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a deep thick orange gold with a inch dense creamy biscuit colored head . lots of carbonation . a lively beer . solid nose just a little citrus hops bready notes fruit and a hint of esters . the beer leaves a solid trail of lacing on the glass and retains the head far down the glass . taste is initially a wash of hops . lots . after the initial hit a swish around the mouth reveals fresh bread caramel earthiness some mild fruit . a pleasant spicy character presides behind everything . but hops really dominate and finish out the beer with just a faint touch of caramel . very enjoyable . this beer has a nice body in between the sweeter notes and a great dry finish . very drinkable just wish it was cheaper in my area .,aroma,1.0,1
reunion ale a beer for hope . this collaboration with shmaltz brewing company is a dark ale brewed with cocoa nibs from olive and sinclair vanilla and chili peppers . nice beer and it had alot going on . the vanilla stuck out the most . athough the aroma of the beer was bland the flavor was bold . a little pepper kick on the back medium bodied dark ale . not enough body to be listed as a porter so i did brown ale .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a very carbonated hazy straw colored brew with a huge head . huge . i popped the cork on the bottle and and there was a rediculous amount of pressure . my dog is still licking up the mess . smells of sweet wheat malts apples and a bit of freshly cut grass or hay . this is a very tasty very refreshing beer . i ve never been much of a fruit beer guy but this is by far the best i ve ever had . very tasty natural green apple flavor all over the palate along with some wheaty sweetnes . mouthfeel is zesty with its carbonation clean light and refreshing . infact one of the most refeshing beers i ve tried yet . almost no bitterness at all . twangy finish and an aftertaste of sour apple . more refreshing than water i m wishing i would have bought more than one bottle .,aroma,0.7,1
had this brew on . aroma is like smelling a bag of fresh hops this is going to rock . color is a pale orange gold . carbonation seems light with a thin head . taste is very citrusy and almost fruity . starting with a medium body it goes down with a bright fresh feel . finish comes on with a citrusy flavor that reminds me of grapefruit then a mild hop spiciness and a mild crisp bitterness . ok this is a hoppy beer but they may have gone a bit over board on the fresh dry hopping the grapefruit like flavor is almost too much and over powers all the rest . i do n t think i ever had a double ipa before so maybe this is what they wanted . now i like a hoppy beer and i do like this beer but i think it may be a bit much .,aroma,0.9,1
a hazy figgy red brown color . fairly thick tannish head pretty sticky . s smells delicious . tart fruit all over the place . particularly blackberry and raspberry dominate you can almost taste them without even tasting it . all i can think of is a bottle of ocean spray juice cocktail which is both yummy refreshing . t tartness backs up a smidge and lets all the fruits shine . if anything its remarkable how each of the individual flavors pokes through although still the blackberry and raspberry lead the blueberry yields a nice background player strawberry hardly so . fairly satisfying . m huge carbonation level makes it just a tad unpleasant but not so much so that i dont still enjoy the beer overall . getting past the carbonation the flavors sit nicely and it doest linger too much . d again other than the high carbonation i enjoy drinking this . love the sharp fruit flavors and the overall quality . pretty good brew .,aroma,0.9,1
a a dark stout like color and pours thick with a lasting head . s smells malty with a small sweet scent . smells like most of flying dog s beers . t very thick and extremely malty m strong and bitter d extremely bitter and filling . .i would probably only be able to drink a couple before feeling full . im not a porter guy and this was my first one so i can really say it does porters justice . its very bitter and reminds me of a stout being so dark and filling . i might buy this particular one again but only time will tell or if i find a better tasting porter .,aroma,0.8,1
a clear copper with a medium off white head . foam didnt leave lace it left a coating of thick shaving cream very nic . color . s dominated by sweet caramel malts with low floral citruy hops . t mmmmm . .much better on the tounge than in the nose . a nice initial hop bite up front then a wave of lemon citus then malty sweetness . overall very nice balance with the hops being the star . a lovely astringent aftertaste to boot . m medium body with a lovely dryness . i really like the way this beer finishes . d i really enjoyed this bottle . i know hf makes solid brews and was glad to see this one didnt falter . i really like the lemon zing from this one . a totally solid straight forward american ipa well done fred .,aroma,0.6,1
an intersting experiment with this beer . a friend and i bought a new bottle to compare with a bottle someone else gave me that was at least three years old and possibly much older . the scores above reflect the new bottle but below i include notes from both . a new . amber dark esp . in the pour . head did n t last . aged . same head still does n t hold s new fresh malty sweet yeasty clean smell . aged much breadier . richer . the sweetness comes through much more . t new . sweet back end molasses more bitter at back of tongue . aged more sweetness in the front and back m new full aged . thicker d new . aged as you can see i liked both but preferred the aged . i highly recommend storing one of these away to turn a very good experience into a great one .,aroma,1.0,1
a a nice woody orange color with moderate head and good lacing . s not so much here unfortunately . some citrus hops with some sweet malt . slightly floral as well . t good stuff not too much bite not too much sweetness . this is a fine ipa . sweet sourdough y malt with some nice citrus hops orange lemon zest . well balanced . m very creamy and smooth . i loved it . d the balance abv flavor and mf makes this tremendous . a great session beer for a night out at a pub .,aroma,0.6,1
in a style category that s overcrowded with competition the shoals pale ale delivers something above and beyond . this is simply a very tasty pale ale . the color alone stands apart from so many other ales out there a nice ruby toasted burnt copper golden color under a big frothy rocky head . looks more like the color of a double ipa than a typical pale ale . aroma is admittedly pretty normal for the style spicy hops and a cool malt sweetness . nice if a little faint and certainly typical . the flavor is where this thing entices . the front of the sip is a puckering hit of grapefruity hops with a toasty malt sweetness leveling things off nicely . an earthy mineral flavor swings in too . the finish delivers this beer s most unique trait a somewhat sour hit that offers a tiny explosion that reminds most of those little round cinnamon candies . a bit hot a bit spicy but not a tastebud burner keeping an easygoing drinkability going . bottlecap reads make mine a smutty . i concur with the owl .,aroma,0.6,1
unchained in a series that s yielded some really good beers . grabbed a single to chew find out if it s worth an investment in six of these stubbies . split into two cute little . l chalices with my wife on a sleepy saturday night . pour mirrors the name a clear golden pour . it smells . not good . stale hops rotting leaves overpower whatever else might be there . dank unappealing . gold sovereign does n t taste as bad as it smells thank goodness but there s not much to cheer about here . grassy hops with a touch of pungent weeds light sweet malts breadiness more than a touch of must green apple . lots of tastes going on but that touch of fall rot infects the taste too i ve never been a fan of the dank side of hops i just do n t get it i m getting too much of that here . if you enjoy that this will be your bag for sure . nice crisp . not a bad beer just disagrees with me rather violently . i see how people would enjoy it . my wife concurs is calling for something else . i agree .,aroma,0.3,0
sampler at the brewpub . a murky yellow body with a thin white head . tons of banana in both the aroma and the taste . this is a very fruity beer and i think the sweetness would not be as pleasant over a whole pint . a very decent brew though . more of a hefe i think . its like a paler clone of the denisons wheat beer which tops that category .,aroma,0.9,1
my first beer with agave added . this seemed like an interesting concept . apperance served chilled in my unibroue maudite tulip . pours lively cloudy orange hue with a thin fast fizzing head . smell hints of honey and orange blossom slightly muted . taste sweet on the entry with a flash of husky wheat very bready and a soft finish . a decent wheat beer the agave add to the sweetness of the wheat .,aroma,0.6,1
amber brown with a thin light tan head and a scant malty aroma . full mouth light chocolate start progressing to caramel with some spice . sweet but not too overly so . i d like to try this one after laying it down for or years hopefully will become more complex .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bottle into an imperial pint glass . a this is a beautiful ale with a mahogany color and a tan head of about one finger . the head stuck around a good long while as well . s the smell is of pine carmel apricots roasted malt and booze . t i like the taste of this american red though it is not typical of the style . it starts off with a sweet carmel taste dries out as it goes down and then finishes with an abundant hop presence . m medium bodied sweet and malty but balanced well by the dryness of the hop finish . clean taste thereafter . good level of carbonation . o overall i liked this ale even though it is not faithful to its origins . it had a pleasant degree of sweetness dryness and bitterness . al in all a satisfying drink .,aroma,0.6,1
this stuff is outstanding . smell is well okay but other than that this is a super brew that should be sold in packs . smokey smell sweet esthers awesome head that leaves lacing all the way down the glass . great drinkability as it is n t too strong . the smell is too whiskyish but tastes nothing like that . has a nice robust coffee chocolate flavor charged with a little beefy smoke . nice brewski .,aroma,0.6,1
the head looks silky and smooth but was n t as unusually abundant as they said on the label it lasted quite long on the very slightly hazy yellow orange color body . the smell i found weak some citrus and some herbal notes the wheat not being really noticeable . the taste was very round and dry fruity with liquorice and herbs . it reminded me more of whipped eggs than the head . some sourness more refreshing than annoying . quite enjoyable and refreshing and highly drinkable . the fruitiness is humid on the palate but the hops made the throat dry .,aroma,0.4,0
the foam was very light wheat white in color somewhat puffy foam and dissapated a little quickly . the color was a light honey pils . the smell was that of a typical lager with a hops overtone . it had a deep lager taste with a bit more hops . mouthfeel med bodied with a rich thickness . drinkability it would be alright except for the very heavy feel .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a hazy copper honey color from a bottle with best by date clearly marked on the neck of the bottle . one finger head that dissipates fairly quickly . aroma is just perfect . a slice of pumpkin pie in a bottle is what this beer is . a very nice blend of pumpkin and spices nutmeg predominating with hints of sweetness and fruity esters . taste is sweet upfront with an astringent like dry feeling towards the finish . there is also a nice lingering bitterness in the finish . excellent lacing absolutely sticks all the way to the bottom of the glass . picture perfect . easy to drink with good mouthfeel . in my opinion this is one of the better seasonal pumpkin ales out there . definitely worth a try if you like pumpkin ales .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle with no visible freshness date . pours a very dark color with reddish highlights reflecting off the bottom of the glass . oatmeal color . finger rocky head melts away to very light lacing . i have a poor sense of smell so i m going with jason s vote of . before i discuss how much i disliked this beer let me make sure everyone understands this was my first eisbock . the taste is a slap in the face of molasses and raisins with maybe some fig and plum in there as well with too little carbonation and no hops at all that i could taste . the sweetness is just far too much although i understand that the style tends to run as one of the sweetest . the lack of balance makes it all the worse and im reminded almost of some of the fruity yogurt drinks you can get at the gas station . the alcohol is noticeable as it warms your throat going down but isnt apparent in the actual flavor . all in all i didnt find this drinkable at all and i sent the last half the glass down the drain . the intensity of flavors that arent very good and arent anything i tend to associate with beer in the first place was just too much . jason mentions that this is a great example of the style . i may try one more of a different brand but if all eisbocks taste similar to this then the next one will likely be my last . im rather disappointed as ive wanted to try this style for quite some time now .,aroma,0.9,1
i picked up this beer because i really wanted to get my butt kicked by some brutal hops . the label speaks of obnoxious hops so i thought that this stuff would melt my face . the smell was all hops baby but the maltiness and smooth mouthfeel seems to mellow the flavor of the hops . my brother in law loves this because he is not hip on the bitterness of pales and ipa s . still a great brew that has ample snort but not the hoppiest brew i ve had .,aroma,0.9,1
draft from taco mac suwanee ga came with about a finger of off white head a tan color . the beer was a dark amber almost brown not quite see through but clear of haze . lacing occured as i drank . the smell was not very complex i detected only oak . first taste gave me butterscotch along with molassas malt and a whiskey aftertaste . mouthfeel was light with a slight bitterness and some sourness . medium to low carbonation . very flavourful and hardy a nice brown ale .,aroma,0.4,0
this porter pours out almost black with a one finger light tan head . there is little lacing and the head does not retain all that well . the aroma has that leathery smell that usually implies that i will not like this porter . there are however chocolaty tones surfacing as the beer warms . the flavor is much better than i was expecting based upon the aroma but does not stand out as exceptional . there is a good presence of chocolate malt and coffee tones and i detect some dark chocolate near the finish followed by a slight hop presence . mouth feel is medium in body and is a bit under carbonated . overall this is an average porter .,aroma,0.4,0
another with food better than bud on tap choice . had a glass and it was golden and looked like a lighter beer . smelled good to me but then i had my first taste . at first i did n t like what i was tasting almost like envelope glue . i could n t believe i was tasting this so i did a few more tastes and this beer is a light flavored .hell it was as advertised . there were a few stronger flavors that made the envelope flavor diminsh and when i had food the taste got more complex . still this beer was thin and while average in drinkability if you can get regular sammy choose that over this .,aroma,0.8,1
a typical golden yellow color thick white foamy head with average retention it gradually recedes into a thin layer cover the surface not much lacing . visible carbonation is medium to high . s the smell of powdery yeast grain husk with a bit sweet from malt . t husky hit the taste buds first together pursue with sweet malt slight astringent and finish with hop bitterness that also lingering awhile . m the body is medium medium to high carbonated dry and clean finish . d a bit flat in whole dimension but easy to drink anyway . not too bad for macro beer maybe i grab it again as a starter of my drinking session .,aroma,0.2,0
from the fl . oz . bottle with no date or lot code on the bottle or label . sampled on october . it pours quickly with a dark brown to black color and a thin tan head with non clinging lacing . not quite as foamy as the stouts i prefer . the aroma is a fascinating combination of sweetness oatmeal wheat and roasted coffee grinds . the mouthfeel was of thin to medium body which does not emulate some of the other oatmeal stouts i have had in the past . the flavor rescues my short lived disappointment with the mouthfeel with an interesting balance of sweet chocolate malts and neutral hops . overall this is quite mild . not bad in the long run .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a hazy red minimal head retention s nose features acetone paint flashes of rye here and there lots of herbal qualities t taste features rye with hints at spiciness the rye malt brings out a bitterness that does n t seem to be contributed from hops mf high carbonation medium body o well this brew certainly features plenty of rye but the supporting cast does not elevate the rye in any way . a bit of a disappointment .,aroma,0.4,0
this is not my usual beer but i enjoyed it anyway . it had a light yellow slightly amber appearance to it but it looke very good for a beer of its status . it had a smell and it was not even mediocre probaly the worste part about the beer . i think that it tasted great for such a cheap beer . not very carbinated actually kind of flat rite out of the tap but hey . .what do you expect . it has a great drinkability one of the most prevalent beers at my regular bars and also a great beer for a nascar race if that what you are in to .,aroma,0.4,0
tried this beer on tap and it was poured in a pint glass . it poured a dirty wheat beer color with a small creamy head . it smelled like strawberry yogurt yeast . it tasted like strawberry flavored yogurt yeast wheat and stomach acid from me almost throwing it up . this beer is an awful fruit beer absolutely no balance no beer taste it felt like drinking a non alcoholic strawberry milkshake .,aroma,0.7,1
murphy s stout on tap is one of my favorite dry irish stouts . i would rate it almost equal to guinness on tap . i find that the nitro can version is comparable to the nitro draught version . the beautiful black color and creamy head are wonders to behold . this style of beer does not have much of a smell but the taste is wonderfully sharp and smooth at the same time . murphy s is perhaps a bit less bitter than guinness but they are close . the mouthfeel is very smooth and i personally find this to be an extremely drinkable beer and i am happy to drink it all night . the key is the make sure the establishment is serving fresh beer . if they let their kegs get old murphy s will take on a sour after taste .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a . oz . bottle into a pint glass . received in the birthday bif from shogokawada thanks phil . a pours a black color with two fingers plus of tan head and moderate carbonation evident . head lasts for several minutes and leaves no lacing . s smells a bit sour . some roasted malts and light coffee but the weird sourness makes the smell unappealing . t taste is a bit lacking overall . tastes very watered down and of light coffee and roasted malts . light sourness like the nose but not nearly as offensive . a definite step up from the nose but still not never good . m light body for a stout and moderate carbonation . a watery feel to it . d overall this is not a great beer . something seemed very off from the smell but judging by other reviews i believe this is how the beer is supposed to smell . the taste is very watered down and the mouthfeel is very light for a stout . would not seek out again .,aroma,0.3,0
a deep black with a tan head . head is small and dissipates quick but laces decently . s very sweet and malty dark fruit yeast roasted and toasty . t roasted malt is n t as sweet as i thought it might be . seems pretty watery to me all the flavors seem weaker than they should be . coffee is in the background in addition to the flavors in the smell . sadly this is pretty undrinkable . m non astringent watery carbonation is lower than it should be . d smelled and looked good but it s completely undrinkable . it s undercarbonated and tastes bad .,aroma,0.9,1
another winner from the scotch irish brewery in ottawa . this beer pours into the glass with an amber colour and a white froth that lasts from start to finish . the nose is fantastic being all floral spicy hop . it reminds me of flowers in the spring . the flavour is terrific too delivering a spicy sappy resiny sticky malt and hop elixir . the mouthfeel is good true to style it leans toward being full bodied . i do n t know for sure but this may well be canada s hoppiest beer . if anyone ever asks you what hops smell and taste like stick this under their mug . or better yet serve this up to your macro loving friends and watch the sparks fly .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle poured into a tulip glass . appearance pale to medium gold with a slight cast of haze and a moderate white frothy head with decent retention . aroma light grainy malts blend with moderately low notes of hops but are overtaken by notes of butter diacetyl and corn dms . light fruity esters present as well.there are some redeeming notes but on the whole the buttered corn aroma really is n t doing it for me . flavor better than the aroma but still not great . up front the buttery diacetyl rears its ugly head again but its blunted a bit by a sort of mineral quality and some moderately low hop flavor bitterness . however in the finish the corny dms comes out and the buttery flavor returns . mouthfeel medium body with moderate carbonation . some slickness is contributed by the diacetyl . simply put this beer was not good . pilsners are supposed to be clean and free of ester and other yeast characters showcasing malt and hop flavors . unfortunately this one was a bit messy and not one i ll be drinking again .,aroma,0.4,0
every trappist ive had has been awesome especially the tripels . it really is becoming one of my favorite styles . here we have westmalle a beer brewed in a monastery thats right outside of antwerp in northern belgium . a classy tradition label and a bottle that has a special indent in the neck reading trappistenbier set the stage for this one lets see how it compares to its tasty belgian counterparts . a very very foamy . the head conquers most of my glass as i pour fizzing wildly and coming down into a white bubble bath after only a few seconds . some foam forward lacing sticks around as the head rapidly disintegrates to less than half an inch . the actual color of the body is a pale yellowish gold though its hard to focus on because of all the fizz rising through the body . s this is a mild one for sure . im picking up mostly bright fruits lemons apple juice bananas pears . its the usual belgian treatment but without anything bold . the alcohol doesnt even put up a big front in this . brew . theres still complexity though you can pick out a slight essence of mixed grains though they show up just in time to fight against the yeasts scents . frankly neither come out looking very strong . im not too sure about this one t this palate starts out with a strong lemony tang . its much more flavorful and enjoyable than the nose made it out to be mixing with some spice to create a familiar lemon pepper character . some skunk beneath makes its way out very delicately laying its flavor across the tongue in a mild yet impressive way . fruity grains move independently beneath the rest of the flavors leaving just enough room to let some earthy hops come in for the aftertaste . wow this is great . the alcohol isnt even detectable in the slightest so watch out this one can and will sneak up on you . the aftertaste is a combination of lemon and grassy hops both of which provide some nice puckering sensations . m smooth thick perfect . it warms on the way down the only indication of the . abv sometimes so much that it clears my nose . fantastically chewy . o id really like to have this fresh it has so many bright complex flavors . i love how it threw me for a loop with a so so look and smell only to save itself by nailing the most important aspect of all taste . and in spite of those slight imperfections this really is a great tripel that has done nothing but put me in the mood for more . the trappists have done it again .,aroma,0.6,1
a looks like dr. pepper or even a cherry coke s caramel popcorn up front and bold hint of caramel t it tastes like caramel popcorn candy hazelnut and then finishes with a little coffee m average on carbonation and finishes dry d this beer is quite different but gets a little old because the smell and taste is like candy when i first opened this beer it hit me right away with all the popcorn . if you looking for a beer to drink with a lady friend this is a start .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a dark brown . very little head in mine . the beer smells sour and cidery to me for some reason . i.e . this one s bad . this is from my last review goes down very smooth with a distinct roasted caramel nut taste . no bitterness i can discern sweet and nutty . not a thick beer but very smooth . besides the head and the werid smell a delicious beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a clear straw yellow with a good sized fizzy head that dissipates quickly . weak aroma perhaps a bit of grassy or floral hops . taste is light sweet malt whith just a bit of bitterness in the finish . very well carbonated with a nice smooth mouthfeel . pretty easily drinkable . this is n t really all that bad for an american macro .,aroma,0.3,0
poured a rich dirty brown into goblets with a spotty dark head lacing lasted through to the end . piney smell and the taste was full of spices . a touch of bitterness showed through perhaps making it taste even more like christmas . i poured it chilled initially and was n t very impressed but it improved tremendously as it warmed up a bit . great to have by the fire during the holiday season and the bottle size makes it nice to share with friends family .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle port bottle shop carlsbad ca light yellow with some light haze running throughout . white head and some spotted lacing down the glass . the aroma was the best part about this beer and it pretty much nailed the style dead on citrus lemon yeast clove coriander . though the flavor was lacking . it had all the same elements that were present in the aroma but they were very faint and faraway even after significant warming . this is somewhat tasteless . thin to medium bodied . a great smelling though ultimately dull witbier .,aroma,0.9,1
more undated notes but from the same snowy visit to local . i had a bottle of this a year or so ago that i utterly squandered . i was gilding the lily by opening while already half in the bag and my tasting notes were utterly incomprehensible as a result . not on this occasion however . it was set down before me with . fingers of thick dark brown head with marvelous retention . it later resulted in phenomenal lacing . it was thick and chunky in the glass like my t fine instant chocolate pudding . nose was rich with fudgy chocolate smoke and charcoal . mouthfeel was surprisingly thin given its appearance in the glass . the taste was like biting into a really rich brownie . intensely chocolaty on the tongue . my asthma began to give way to diabetic shock . the finish was an ashy dusty burnt charcoal flavor . just not my bag .,aroma,1.0,1
another short s offering provided by beerindex . thanks . oz bottle into a pint glass . no dating noted on this bottle . a pours a jet black . the surface of the beer fizzed with some tan mocha colored bubbles for about half a second but never formed and actual head . so the beer is black . not much else to the appearance . s i thought the aroma was great . it actually smells like a smooth creamy peanut butter . light undertones of chocolate and dark roasted malts . t this is where it falls apart for me . at first you get a glimpse of all the goodness you smelled in the aroma then it s quickly gone and you re left with a weird metallic sourness in your mouth . you can definitely tell that peanuts were used in creating this beer but where is the sourness coming from . a mild bitter chocolate seems to meld well with the peanuts . m pretty thin with low carbonation . definitely below average in my opinion . d i finished the beer but the sourness was very off putting . i ca n t imagine that was intentional . probably wo n t seek this one out again .,aroma,0.8,1
i have yet to rate any malt liqours and figured i better get started . have n t had any malt liqour in about years and am someone surpised with this one . .the taste is not bad at all . .it does not feature that overbearing sweetness i expected . .it is on the sweeter side . corny sweet . .creamy texture . .body is about medium . .pours light gold in color with an impressive inch head . nose is alcohol and adjuncts . .not a highlight . overall this is not bad and is definitely drinkable . .better than some of the cheaper macros . i do n t plan on buying it again but i would n t rule it out .,aroma,0.3,0
if it is mongozo s banana beer you are looking for but ca n t find it easily then well s banana bread beer is the next best thing . this beer poured a nice golden brown with a thing creamy white head . aromas are that of banana bread just like mom makes it . the smell is not all overpowering and you still get a slight smell of wheat and spice . the taste is light but you definitely feel like you re drinking banana bread with a light sugar taste . also goes down smoothly and would be quite easy to drink a few of these without feeling heavy and full . i enjoy this one on an early weekend morning or late evening .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle split and poured into a southern tier tulip . batch march abv and pouring instructions . a impossible to pour without the sediment it s a hazy golden straw yellow with a big two finger white head . great retention and bits of lacing down the glass . s a fantastic aroma of lemony citrus and wheat with pale malts and a light bouquet of floral hops . the thing that totally makes the aroma is the wonderful funk from the brett yeast . barnyard and horse blanket airing out on a cloths line in the light summer breeze . tiny fruit esters of mango and pineapple from the yeast also play a small but delicious role . very complex and inviting . t a bright sour funk bursts across the tongue right away bringing with it that barnyard and horse blanket that is so good . behind that is the citrus from lemon pineapple and a bit of mango ester . a tid bit of yeast plays in the background with the pale malts and increasingly prominent floral hops . a little spicy finish ends the funky bouquet . m bright and carbonated highly it s a light feeling beer across the tongue . a sour start carries through with a lemony citrus punch to really brighten it up more . it s definitely a lively beer . d i m really happy i m sharing this cause a ml to myself would be devastating for two reasons a to my sobriety and b to my taste buds . a great beer with wonderful nuances to explore while sipping but a sessioner . nah .,aroma,1.0,1
this was tasted from a bottle in a pilsener glass . the key thing to remember here is that this is a light beer so one must take it for what it is . it pours out a slightly golden color with hints of brown . a decent head can be created but it does not hold to well . the smell however might be the best part of the beer . there is a good smell of hops and sweetness that is quite refreshing . the taste however is not as full as the smell . it is a little watery but you do get the taste of hops that far surpasses other light beers . it feels a little watery in your mouth and it could use a little more carbonation . overall it is a very drinkable beer . i would much rather take this on a hot summer day over any other light beer,aroma,0.8,1
i did not like this beer and would not recommend it to anyone who asks . appearance light amber . similar to an american lager but with more carbonation smell like a cross between a budweiser and heineken . taste awful . i m sorry nothing more to say here . mouthfeel crisp and carbonated drinkability did n t finish my pint .,aroma,0.6,1
. . oz bottle at merchants . abv . pours out to a cloudy dark brown forming a semi creamy soapy tan head with very good retention and solid sheets of lacing . carbonation is moderately strong . the aroma begins with alcohol followed by raisins and prunes browning apples black cherries belgian funk . the mouthfeel is spritzy and explosive on the tongue with a medium dense body and long semi dry finish . taste begins with sweet dark fruits followed by a very noticeable peppery blast of alcohol and ending in damp earth and tobacco . as a matter of fact the entire finish is tobacco . my mouth feels as thought i just smoked a cigar . there is a very distinct yet subtle whiff of smoked malt right before the finish . on an empty stomach i m already feeling this of a bottle into it . the drinkability is n t so hot . i much prefer oer or ara over this . mild fusels moderate isopropyls and acetone . somewhat oxidized dank and musty . a somewhat sweeter darker version of what i drank yerterday prior . overall i d have to pass on this one again . what is the deal with the shitty luck i ve been having with belgians lately . i guess when you re used to drinking tasty fresh stuff from new belgium avery goose island and unibroue it changes your expectations . it may be a bold statement but this beer cements my opinion that north american brewers have surpassed belgium from where i live and what i can drink .,aroma,0.9,1
light and crisp not as sweet and sugary as other blueberry beers i have tried . i would recomend it to anyone who has never had a good example of a blueberry beer . sweetwater is a great regional brewery i have never had a bad beer from them if you see it give it a try,aroma,0.9,1
the last few times ot the liqour store this brew city lager and it s . a case price is jumping out at made the old risk vs reward debate . .made in la crosse city brewing whcih is decent . .so i says to myself what the hell let s give it a shot . .if nothing else some good brat boiling beer . so for the real test i am drinking this medium cold . .semi warm.whatever . not ice cold poured a light yellow . clear . small white head . looks decent . .a bit of a surprise on the aroma as it imparts a somewhat adjuncty aroma . .cooked corn . no worse than a lot of the others though . also a hint of alcohol now we re talking . . . first taste . .nothing . then a strong cooked corn flavor . .a spike of alcohol harshness . .body is thin and watery . flavor is very light . .i m trying to decide if i can drink the whole case eventually . i think i can . ice cold . after working in the yard . . not a good beer . has the character of an n.a . .i guess on the plus side there are no truly horrible flavors to it . just real watery adjuncty . and a hit of alcohol on the finish . . i m ok with drinking macros and even cheap macros like schllitz and hamms but this one does n t cut it . .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a nice looking red ale color good carbonation a bit of a lack of bubbles in the body clarity could be better considering its abv . not much to speak of . amber malt and a hint of earthy hops . toasty bread and caramel malt spicy hops . i know this is low abv i know it should be refreshing and not over powering in flavor . but really this is it . extremely drinkable even ding would approve calling this a session beer . i was hoping for something else something more . ive had this beer many times only done a good bit better .,aroma,0.4,0
very claer shimmering copper marigold colour . craggy sticky off white head . great retention nice sheets of lace . sweet perfumey soapy bizzarely fruity nose . herbal aromas bordering on a synthetic lemon oil scent . slightly off putting . biscuity caramelly almost toffee like malt . very bready . hints of the lemon in the nose reappear but are very subdued . slight buttery note . finish is dry woody slightly bitter . well balanced mouthfeel . medium light body moderate carbonation . very non descript . a fine beer . easy to drink well balanced . fruity perfumey aroma hurts it slightly though .,aroma,0.4,0
really southampton . i go to a bar in nyc that boasts a lot of good stuff . i take a chance on you because the leviathan series baltic porter was tapped out . and this is what i get . really . thin and syrupy . no backbone . no body . little taste . when i think imperial porter i think gonezo which they had but since i can drink it in california i ignored . this was a big disappointment .,aroma,0.7,1
moosehead lager pours a big fluffy head over a clear pale yellow brew . carbonation is slow but steady and the nose is faint light malt lager yeast and a note of skunk . the flavor is actually a little better than i imagined it might be there s sweetish corn adjuncts for sure but also a real note of barley malt as well all balanced with a surprisingly strong by macro standards note of herbal hop in the finish . the mouthfeel is thin and not especially crisp either . there s a bit of malt and a bit of hop in the aftertaste . by all means try it . if it s on sale .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to grandcrudrew for a bottle of this iipa always happy to see another bottle of short s in the house especially one i have n t sampled before . drank in despair on opening day . pours a murky unsettled orange . smells orange too mixed in with hoppy citrus . nice . the liberator is n t quite my bag of tea . the hops are of the dank earthy muddied nothing like the brightness of the nose . the lemon is tart underneath but the orange is subdued by the dank . this tastes feels like an older ipa to me . disappointing . it s not terrible but i m not wild about wasting liver waist space to a beer that s borderline . blah .,aroma,0.8,1
a big thanks to jay for sending this one to me . i am always a fan of these great beers from kuhnhenn and this one was no exception . served cold and poured into a pint glass this one was consumed on . the pour was damn nice with a rich amber color and a huge billowing white head of sticky lace that formed up and down the sides of the glass and stuck to every surface in sight . really amazing . the aroma was as thick and pungent as anything i could have imagined it would have been . this notes of grapefruit and pineapple . just thick hop notes here so ripe and fresh it was like heaven just smelling this . smooth and mellow delivery of the flavor though not as strong as the aroma would have led me to believe . still very full flavor which was led by sticky grapefruit hops and a small bisuit like mid palate . light alcohol notes as well and a really good medium feel to it . alcohol pretty well hidden for the percent i have to say . overall i thought it was an excellent beer . something i would love to try again as the aroma itself was worth the price . this was damn nice,aroma,1.0,1
cl bottle poured into my large gulden draak tulip struise witte is a hazy straw yellow with a very large fluffy white head that is almost painfully flow to recede leaving moderate lace . smell is phenomenal sweeter spicy floral hops fruity esters just very appealing to me lots of aroma without overpowering . taste is a bit of a let down after the aroma a little to grassy hops not as much floral and fruitiness sour wheat tang . while i m happy to not be overwhelmed by the spices and orange peel i could use a little something more . perhaps if the aroma was so appealing to me the taste would seem better as there s really nothing wrong with it pretty standard witte . mouthfeel is moderately carbonated and drier although not particularly crisp with a lighter body . drinkability is pretty good if only for the aroma .,aroma,1.0,1
i had this on tap at the mcmenamin s on high st. in eugene or . it was a deep brown red black color with a thin creamy head . it had a very strong and unique smell almost like metal . kind of odd . the taste was strangely bitter and lots of citrus for a porter and i did n t get any coffee or chocolate flavors that they claim it should have . mostly just a bitter citrus flavor . maybe the hops overwhelmed the malt in this batch .,aroma,0.3,0
big robust rude and aggressive beer . black with red hints thin tan head with little lace . the aroma is full of dark fruit raisins and plum with hints of caramel and notes of chocolate . subtle vanilla notes with a smoke tinge . whiffs of spiced rum . the taste is upfront on the black raisins and ripe plums rum like tones . sweet toffee dominates . the taste is a malt bomb up front with tons of toffee and caramel dark fruits raisins and plum hints of chocolate and hints of roasted malt . smoke on the back end with a definite aggressive rum burn . earthy hops with some herbal notes of black pepper reflecting off a harsh alcohol burn in the back of the throat that makes itself known . complex . the body is creamy and full bodied thick cloying and syrupy . woody tones in the finish . heavy indeed . quite cloying . a tssty overboard sweet malt bomb burning sipper . if you can ride this bull keep your tounge in check for the burn . probably more enjoyable before drinking too many others . it can easily put you on your ass .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at felicia s atomic lounge in ithaca ny . pours a dark dark brown that still shows through some ruby when held to the light . half inch or so of head that dissipates to a thin layer of foam covering most of the surface . smell is coffee coffee coffee with some nice toasted malts hidden somewhere back there . of course i love the smell of coffee so i m generally alright with this . it tastes like coffee with a tiny bit of beer in it . i feel like there s a good dopplebock somewhere back there but just about all i taste is coffee . it s good coffee to be sure but the beer ca n t stand up to it . maybe a double stout could have but this just gets lost . mouthfeel s a little thin which is to be expected . ok to drink when it s up to temperature but i doubt i ll order it again . a noble experiment but not one that really works at least for me .,aroma,0.8,1
this is quite an amazing beer . the head grows on it just like an orval would and has a light brown colour . the beer itself is an almost opaque medium brown . its brimming with all sorts of good smells like belgian yeast loads of toasty malts and other spices . very nice . the taste is quite good mostly dominated by malts . good mouthfeel medium bodied . overall its worth trying at least once and if you re lucky enough to have access to it then why not a couple more times as well .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a nice copper color but there s almost no head despite being very well carbonated and a very aggressive pour on my part . it leaves behind a good deal of lacing which is surprising given the lack of a head . as for the aroma . i ca n t pick anything up . i tried smelling it with my glass full and got nothing . i tried smelling it with the glass half empty swirling it around and the whole nine yards and still nothing . as for the taste there s a solid toasted malt character with some hoppiness to it . it leaves a bitter aftertaste in my mouth . even though it seems nicely carbonated it tastes decidedly undercarbonated . reading the other reviews i am kind of surprised and i think that i am drinking a different beer than they are . perhaps it is past the date where it is still good and my store did n t rotate it for some reason . if that is the case i apologize for my less than stellar review but nonetheless i would n t recommend this beer and will probably not be getting it again .,aroma,0.4,0
like most reviewers rolling rock is pretty underwhelming in appearance smell and certainly taste . poured from a bottle its color in a pint glass was light light amber with very little head . the smell is a little sweet almost buttery . the taste is pretty thin . not too much to this beer at all . however on a hot day outside putting away or so of these would be fine . but if you re thinking taste this is not one to choose . tried rolling rock again and remembered not thinking too highly about it . yet the other night when at a holiday party the choices were bud light coors light miller genuine draft and . rr . went for the rr served in the ridiculous oz baby bottle size . its apperance and smell leave a lot to be desired thin yellow color fizzy very little head no lacing and a slight trace of the usual skunkiness associated with this beer and heineken . however the crisp taste was better than i remembered . sweet malt comes through and it s very smooth . excellent session beer if you are not looking for taste .,aroma,0.4,0
i got excited when i saw this one in the store because in my book paulaner is synonomous with quality . this oktoberfest certainly is n t bad but for me it is a middle of the road beer not quite up to some of paulaner s other brews . it has a nice golden brown color and a somewhat thin but decent head . the taste is smooth and a little malty with some floral overtones and some bitterness . the carbonation is okay and it goes down well enough . the bitterness does make it a bit tough to down several .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance nice slightly hazy copper with very thin head . smell strong honey smell with slight overtones of cloves . the syrupy saccharine smell of honey is very dominant though . taste slight effervescent carbonation and phenols lead to a bouquet of spices mixed with honey . mouthfeel a bit watery this is somewhat reminiscent of a watered down doppelbock . drinkability dangerously drinkable like honey water . perfect for a hot day .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a yellowish orange color like apple juice with a little fizz head is huge and rocky foamy and thick like something out of a bubble machine yeast sediments sink to the glass bottom upon pour and settling s everything you d expect from a belgian strong ale dark or light with complex sweet dark candied and dark fruit aromas however there is a hint of dry hoppy citrus and bitterness just underneath the heavy sweetness definite booze smell as the beer warms t the first flavor is alcohol but not in a sharp unpleasant way it s there but tempered with the great and significant sweetness only found in belgian strongs great maltiness sweetness ranges from tropical fruit flavors to bits of caramel vanilla cloves and banana m smooth and heavy up front warm tingly on the tongue finishes with a surprising and welcomed touch of dryness that finishes in a refreshing and crisp way amazing . d too smooth for a beer with . abv it goes down easy and convinces you that you want more and more and more . do n t know why belgians think this style is hoppy . it s way to sweet for that . maybe i m just an american but this one s damn good . gim me more,aroma,1.0,1
nice head and appearance . a rich golden brown with a tall head . was struck by the sweetness of the smell . initially thought caramel but then realized what it is red licorice . this is liquid twizzlers . once i realized that i had a tough time enjoying the rest of it . nice thickness . alcohol is present but not overwhelming . drinkable if you can get over the sweetness .,aroma,0.4,0
worded just to make spencer mad . another special freebie review from a buddy s house just for the hey of it . very yellow . one finger head that slowly dissipated into a thin sheen then to nothingness . lacing was sheetingly fine yet ample . barely detectable light graininess . otherwise odorless . taste grains light citrus not a whole lot else . not very flavorful but for the style it s not that bad either . little in the way of obvious hops or malt flavors it s mostly adjuncts . mouthfeel is very effervescent and crispy but otherwise mostly that of club soda . no shortage of carbonation but little in the way of lingering bitterness or notable character . drinks ok if you re at someone else s house and they ve got nothing else . otherwise it s mostly to be avoided .,aroma,0.2,0
received in a trade with kryptic . thanks . a poured from the oz bottle into a riedel sniffer . pours a jet black with a thin tan head which quickly dissipated . s not too strong a nose on this . smells of coffee and dark malts . t i love this beer . tastes at first of dark malts which quickly gives way to coffee and oats . this beer sticks around in your mouth for a bit which i really like . m perfect carbonation somewhat of a medium carb but cuts through the thick brew very well . d this beer beckons to be drank . after every sip i am wanting another . i have yet to try this with breakfast but i will one day . and it will be glorious .,aroma,0.7,1
i had n t tried this beer in awhile . it seems like it s gone through a few changes over the years and i thought i d give it another taste . the bottle i had tasted better than i remember it . nice and brilliant with a straw color . decent body and head retention . fairly dry aftertaste . i noticed a nice hop bouquet on the nose which suggests it was dry hopped . maybe it was n t perhaps just really fresh as the beer had a born on date suggesting the beer was less than two weeks old . i thought it was a good beer that i will sample again in the near future .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a light amber with a quickly dissipating head s wow this smells incredible . it smells like cinnamon nutmeg graham cracker pumpkin and brown sugar . t this does n t resemble any particular style of beer . it s as if the beer was designed around the pumpkin pie flavor however i do still enjoy it . the flavor is sweet with a very strong cinnamon flavor but the nutmeg pie crust pumpkin and brown sugar all come through as well . a slight alcohol warmth is detectable . m it does n t feel syrupy in spite of how sweet it is . it s not even as sticky as i would have thought based on the smell . d it s highly drinkable however the alcohol is not as well hidden as in some other st imperials .,aroma,1.0,1
who s idea was this . is this a joke . i feel like someone over at st james is doubled over in laughter people in america will actually buy this to drink straight from the bottle . ha . the bottle presentation robs guinness of it biggest asset . that being its magnificent appearance . no aroma either . maybe because of this it seemed less creamy and less robust . almost like a guinness light . strangely the taste seemed to improve once i removed the silly shrinkwrap around the bottle . i guess it shows that taste is at least partially mental . but honestly the shrinkwrap was offensive the fake poured pint look does n t cut it with me . the rocket widget dildo thing was aggrevating as well . what is most important is that this is not nearly as good as the draught version or the canned version . when i want a guinness i sure as hell do n t want to suck it out of a bottle . what s next . guinness s .,aroma,0.2,0
a dark body hint of red through the edges unimpressive tan head quickly dissipating . s bitter coffee good coffee smell . t pretty sweet bland malt . this is disappointing . the nose is really good but you do n t get much of that coffee on the tongue . it s just some nondescript malt sweetness and not much of that even . m a bit thin for a stout but its smooth . o d well it s better than guinness .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to jason and the crew from bruisin ales for this gem . poured into a chimay goblet. well the name does n t lie . this is a pitch black with a creamy but small head . laces unbelievably though. this almost has an ris look to it with its perceived thickness. this has one of the best aromas i ve ever experienced . it has all of the aspects of a great stout with an added extra of smokiness that reminds me of a nice thick cut bacon . it s just wonderful . it s loaded with roasted malts and i might even get a little touch of hops here as well. just magnificent . very rich roasted flavors here . loads of dark roasted malts with that smoke that i was getting in the aromas mix wonderfully with a tinge of hops on the finish although not much . there s a thickness to this that belies the export stout style. i would guess ris or double stout all the way here . there s a meatiness here as well that i would assume comes from the smoke. it s a nice brew i know that. i m really digging it . i m very glad i got to enjoy this brew. it s loaded with rich dark flavors and the aromas here are ridiculously delicious. the whole experience was terrific. very nice export stout. very drinkable although at . it could hurt you quick .,aroma,1.0,1
goddamn i ve waited for this beer for a long time . i absolutely love uncorking beer and champagne bottles . the shooting of the cork the crisp pssst sound the sensation of being immediately immersed in the aroma escaping from within . yes carbonation does wonderful things . so you can imagine that i was a little disappointed when i had to pull this one out like a wine cork and pouring with the vigour and conviction of a religious crusader discovered that there was no head atop the deep and dark mahogony body . the head that would be there if this beer was carbonated looks amazing in my imagination . oh what a lovely head . the smell is strong with brandy and seemingly bourbon and dark fruity sweet malts caramel and vanilla . very pleasant . holy shit what this beer would be if it were carbonated . . . amazing would be the word if one word could describe it and if it were carbonated . a huge brandy almost bourbon presence that blends beautifully with the caramel and vanilla . dark fruit sweetness complimented by a smooth and invigorating alcohol presence . much like an imperial stout . its damn decent right now but so much greater in my carbonated imagination . mouthfeel is fantastically thick smooth and velvety on the palate . and in my imagination it is perfectly carbonated . but since in reality it is not at all carbonated the mouthfeel sucks . drinkability is also imaginatively huge .,aroma,1.0,1
poured this one into a standard pint glass . pours well for a finger thick white crown and has a mildly hazy body of copper . in the aroma i m getting fleshy plum like friutiness along with hints of caramel . tastes pretty much like wet paper . it is crisp and wetting to the palate and drinkable but something has to be done about the taste . this beer actually gave me a flashback to school . you know chewing up paper to make a spit wad .,aroma,0.7,1
served at probably f . hmm. this one really reeks like a bottle of port ellen or something . that islay fervor is dominant . no head a tiny little bit of lacing . opaque damn near black . first impressions thankfully do not call to mind a rauchbier. it s more of a matchstick flavor . sweet mouthfeel is good taste is somewhat smoky but the scent dominates perhaps too much when sipped in small quanitities lingering on and after the exhale . definitely a unique pour very similar to the ola dubh s on the surface but a lot peatier but only in the nose . an interesting diversion might work with a cigar but i doubt it .,aroma,1.0,1
classic clear and blond color with reasonably thick white head . super fragrant with aromas of citrus grapefruit and actually agave nectar . some peach as well . there s a quality about several victory beers i ve had of late well just this and the helios that i m not that into . that is a somewhat caustic bitter end . in this case it dominates so much that i have a hard time enjoying the rest of the beer . you can tell it s good inside but for this quality . and the bitter taste lingers . not your typical hoppy bitterness but a caustic quality . that sort of knocks down the final grades .,aroma,0.9,1
i ve been a member of this site for over a year now and have so far only used it to increase my knowledge about beer by reading others reviews and the forums to try and find beers i would like . well that is going to change . i figure miller lite should be a good first review not because it s a terrible beer in itself but because it like its other macro light beer cousins is much less complex than the beers for which we have well detailed extensive and differing reviews . so without further ado appearance poured from the bottle into a pint glass so i could remember what it looked like . pretty much light yellow water . little bit of head that dissipates quickly . i give it an average appearance because to me it is exactly average in its class along with bud and coors light . smell not much of anything discernible . i definitely do n t get any hops from it at all . taste like others have mentioned it seems pretty similar to drinking carbonated water . the main only part of the taste is probably corn . mouthfeel it really is like carbonated water . very light and crisp . drinkability all things considered it s a beer you can pound and get drunk on and that is pretty much it . there is n t really much of anything to consider while drinking it it is easy to drink and it s cheap .,aroma,0.3,0
it poured extremely pale . it had a one finger pure white head . moderate carbonation was present . it had a slight rice like smell at first . there was little to no scent present after a moment of sniffing at it . it had a unique taste . not bad but not good . there was a presence of fresh pea pods . it was medium bodied . it had a clean finish . not a good beer for me . i did not find it very drinkable .,aroma,0.2,0
appearance gorgeous beer . a bright orange yellow color with a little bit of haze . the head was about an inch thick in my oz . glass and the lacing was pretty solid . smell this is an outstanding smelling beer . floral hoppy and piney with a hint of grapefruit and orange . taste the unearthly imperial ipa is almost a different beer than what it smells like . it is still tasty but it is much sweeter than the smell would indicate . a strong honey and orange flavor hits the palate to start and then slowly balances out into a more grapefruit like flavor . mouthfeel this is where the beer went south for me . it is more than oily and mouthcoating and crosses the line into downright syrupy . the carbonation was almost non existent which was in stark contrast to the initial appearance . overall if this beer tasted as good as it smelled and felt as good as it looked it would be one of the best in the world . it is still pretty good but not what it could have been .,aroma,0.9,1
visual black brown with rosewook hues . light tan head that boasts tons of character . also great frothy lacing . aromoa caramel chocolate hint of coffee . taste caramel espresso sweetness of a pear light grassy floral hop bitterness . mouth bit of foaminess departs sticky on lips and on back of palate . drunkability could drink this in the morning with some cocoa puffs or on them .,aroma,0.6,1
cl into a tulip . pours a deep bronze garnet nice dense head ok lacing . aroma has pleasant vinous overtones port . the dark fruits have begun to rot . superb taste is exactly as expected from the nose . the figs are turning . zero bitter . the aftertaste begins with a phenolic kick then fades quietly . warms most excellent . medium bodied prickly yet creamy mouthfeel . very much of the flavor profile of their keizer blue and the nol . cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
appearance cloudy golden yellow big bubble clusters in the head makes shapes if you pay attention like the clouds in the sky . no sediments in the bottom of the bottle . easy to get the cork off the bottle . batch june smell i never smelled anything only when i would drink it it smelled citrusy . taste tastes golden or metal like like i licked a flagpole but a good flagpole . bitter on the back end . vague citrus taste dry . mouthfeel slimy cottony dry drinkablility no belly ache . i have n t drank a beer with brett in it so i was interested to see my reaction i would drink this again . great burps .,aroma,0.4,0
when i opened my bottle of this it just started bubbling out . .and kept bubbling . .and bubbling . i feel like i lost a good deal of the beer just opening it . sigh . pours a dark sort of amber orange with a nice off white head that slowly fades away leaving some lacing . i m not some good carbonation and ton of weird looking sediment at the bottom of my glass . smell is a strong floral one . smells a bunch like flowers fruits and various herbs and spices . very pleasing . taste is really subdued . kinda sweet . mostly tasting just honey . really disappointing . mouthfeel is pretty full bodied with good carbonation . par for the course . overall this is n t comparable at all to the only other sahti i ve hd dfh . i m thinking more likely than not i just got an odd bottle of this . sigh . maybe i ll be able to get another bottle of this that is n t so wacky .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle from systembolaget . has an oily black texture in the glass with a minimal brown head . when you smell it you immediately feel the cocoa and then som pleasant toffee and grass . the taste is also dominated by cocoa without becoming either too bitter or too sweet perfect balance . however it lacks in mouthfeel it doesnt quite feel as heavy as the taste suggest . all in all though this is a fantastic brew for a brewerys first beer .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle to pint glass . a deep brown with a thick head . looks to dark for a bock . s molasses toffee caramel chocolate . t not nearly as sweet as the smell . chocolate taste turning more burnt chocolate as it warms . bit of a bitter finish . m a bit fizzy . o it s alright not really sweet enough for a bock . as a bay area native hate to bag on anchor steam . this is nowhere near their other offerings .,aroma,0.8,1
i found this beer a month ago and it s my new favorite beer . i also see that not many people think so highly of it but i certainly do . i ca n t stop drinking it a six pack . i ve always only enjoyed it straight from the bottle but the label is snazzy as hell . the smell is neither bad nor noteworthy so i ca n t give it a superhyper score here . but . it s the best tasting beer i had never tried that i ve ever tried . in other words to quote a famous newscaster of the time it works of the time . . it is delicious beer . i will go on record as stating hoppy beers are not my thing . but this beer transcends hops . in the wine field one of the most desirable and hard to grasp concepts is called balance in other words how well every single and separate part of the wine is melded one in other all part of the singular wine cipher fruit oak alcohol tannin acid etc . . this beer is possibly the most balanced beer i have ever had that is n t a trappist beer.and totally different . . it s light bodied enough to be able to pound them without being a b.s . beer . . it s got enough body to be a beer . . the flavor is great full and smooth.and the hops . perfect . just enough . i do not believe there is a better hops flavor and that sliiight bitterness versus smoothness drinkability and versatility in the beerdom . you know you re drinking beer and the hops reminds you and the flavors shine through but it drinks so effortlessly . i discovered this in january . i ca n t wait to have in a cooler full of ice on a may or june weekend afternoon . tastes great . mouthfeel is what beer should feel like . drinkability what else can i say . i want to freeze it into ice blocks and skate on it and melt it in the spring time and drink it . . .,aroma,0.7,1
review . opposite of thanks to alex . a pours a peachy orange thin ring clear film of some sort on top . s fake fruit candy cough drop life saver cherry or something like that . not a terrible smell but not all that appealing . t here s where this beer went downhill and off the cliff . horrible . rain water fake fruit laundry detergent harsh chemical floral note fluoride but less sweet harsh medicinal finish . m light body light carbonation very watery . o horrible plain and simple . give to your friends if you really want them to suffer . thanks alex for being my friend . ugh .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured a hazy amber color with just lacing for head after a hard pour . kinda depressing head . s smells of caramel malts and hints of some fruits . not too bad . t unbalanced just a faint hint of sweetness before you are bombarded by hop bitterness no real hop taste just bitterness . m bitter thin not a whole lot too it . d i guess this could be a session beer theres not a whole hell of a lotta depth to it doubtful i would buy more this seems like an overly aggressive attempt at bittering and not enough hops for flavor .,aroma,0.8,1
a fine wee ale in the scots tradition with rich malty flavor a a very clear red amber color but only a half finger of off white head that quickly disappeared . better head would have given this an extra point for appearance . s rich and sweet malt a bit of roasted nut aroma also . t taste has hints of the roasted and sweet malt flavors but also an odd flavor that tastes slightly like menthol . the menthol like aftertaste makes me not enjoy this . m d mouthfeel is watery and thin . it s a semi drinkable beer that i ll probably finish at the end of my st. patrick s day . however not the best of mt . carmel s beers .,aroma,0.7,1
hmmm first review of a epic beer will it live up to its reputation . pours a light straw dense cream head which fades oh so quickly . some lacing . shame not a good look . intense aromas of pine citrus passionfruit all the usual hop suspects . excellent so far . i suspect this might be what us pale ales would smell like if we got them fresh . taste is hop heaven with serious bittering going on on my palate . citrus and pine flavours are the go initially . but . . mouthfeel oh bugger . it s flat non carbonated call it what you will and as the bottle subsides i can see why the head did n t last . not good . overall . good experience but at bucks a ml compared to local brews it s marked down point it just does n t compete,aroma,0.9,1
had this beer in the great state of texas . the appearance is pale with a quickly dissipating white head . the smell and taste are not bad for an adjunct lager but not really noticeable . what stands out about this beer is the smooth mouthfeel and drinkability .,aroma,0.3,0
pour is good nice foamy head that laces the glass . the smell is so perfect i have no idea what an alt beer is supposed to smell or taste like but i m guessing its not like this . scent is the standard lagunitas sweet hop concoction smell mixed with some serious passionfruit and some fresh cut grass . the first sip is a bit of a let down perhaps because i am a fan of lagunitas ipas and this style is not usual for them . a lighter version of the ipa but still good and quite flavorful . weaker then the scent but unique and a little peppery hops are great and sweet malt and baked fruit are there . all and all solid but i would rather have a shutdown maximus or sumpin sumpin .,aroma,1.0,1
look is a great bright amber . dark orange almost red . small white head that dissipates quickly from my tap pour at the airport taproom . lack of noticeable smell which i find from most tap beers . a very malty base quite bready but a big hop presence nonetheless . orange seems to be the hop profile . there is a sweetness to this czech red ale mixed with a very slight nuttiness . almost like those red candied cocktail nuts . creamy mouthfeel nice heaviness for a clear pouring beer . overall i obviously like this one more than most . it s sweetness and hop bite overlaid on a smooth malt base is unusual and i think is hard to characterize unless you taste it with a completely open mind . right up my alley however .,aroma,0.6,1
this is now my th out of the pack and i keep feeling the same so it s time to review it . a pours a deep brown or light black . with about a head with a very hard pour . s smells great . coffee chocolate smells sweet . t i was let down a little . the coffee does n t come through as much as i d like . i get the chocolate and some other malty sweetness ca n t place it . this is an easy drinker if you like it . and it s not bad but the devil made me do it is a better coffee stout . the taste is n t there for me but everything else is very nice on this beer,aroma,0.9,1
crystalline with a fluffy white head it faded faster than i d like . you can smell the hops clearly . it tastes rather lousy though like i m chewing long grass shoots . rather dissapointing as i paid good money to get it .,aroma,0.7,1
a a very rich golden yellow slightly amber color . clear . very dense persistent head with good lacing . very inviting to the eye . s a chalky earthy hop aroma dominates most of the nose . maybe a bit of sulfur . sort of one note on the hop side . t initial touch of bitterness turns to provide bitter earthy spicy body . a sweet touch of grain as well . works it s way in for balance . mineral slickness on the tail end of the finish . m medium body with medium carbonation . spot on . d very drinkable dort . slightly more on the hop side but still a great example of the style . another solid brew from great lakes .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a deep dark brown with leathery edges . a large cocoa colored head settles slowly and chaotically to a nice creamy cap leaving some initial rings and sheets of lace . s woah strong bittersweet chocolate with a faint toasted malt aroma and some citrus hops . absolutely fantastic aroma . t m sweet chocolate citrus hops and toasted black malt all make their appearance . finish is long and lingering with all three primary flavor components though a bit stronger on the roasted malt and chocolate . a medium full body with slight amount of carbonation helps those chocolate flavors stay smooth . d with so much flavor it has to be drinkable . a smooth creamy feel also adds enjoyability to the experience . chocolate stout is one of the most unique beers i ve ever drank and would strongly recommend it to anyone interested in beer .,aroma,1.0,1
confession not a certified judge but a very experienced beer drinker and extremely fond of unibroue . i wo n t attempt the fancy pantsy astm stuff . i ll just give you my version of the straight talk express had this ml cellered for about mths . took it to the hot tub with high expectations and found it boring . even noting the lower abv i expected at least a second cousin to unibroue s terrible or trois pistoles . this was more like a black lager . if i had wanted and expected a black lager it would have been fine . i finished the first glass but ended up dumping the second and pouring a founder s red rye to wake up my taste buds . i guess i should review that little sweetheart .,aroma,0.7,1
poured a cloudy orange color with a fairly large beige head . aroma was pretty interesting plenty of spice mixed with a fair amount of hops and rather assertive ones at that and some malt and pumpkin in the background . light to medium body and um . wow . the term train wreck came to mind . this one was all over the place . plenty of bitterness and spice but little malt to hold it together . mouthfeel was thin and watery and the drinkability was poor . looks and smells good but the illusion falls apart when you taste it . completely out of balance which is sad because i think if you put the unique spice hop combination from this one into a nice mrzen or even a malty pale ale using a yeast with low attenuation it could be quite good . on the positive side i did pay less than for this six pack .,aroma,0.7,1
omg the hops . i feel like it just took a big bite out of a barrel . for a . abv this is very smooth but leaves a taste on your tongue . maybe that was the garlic potatoes . whatever . i suppose i need to type more than this . but i want to get back to my beer . it s sitting there patiently waiting for me . i should go .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a beer where taste outshines every other aspect . when you pour it and smell it your expectations may not be high . but when you taste it you realize it s a good beer . a not much a head builds . thin white bubbles . gold straw in color looks like a macro lager . s i m not getting much . t honey sweet malt some dried fruit . bread . good when it s cold and while more flavors come out as the beer warms it s most satisfying straight from the fridge . m slight carbonation but it s clean and smooth . great flavors fill the mouth . good beer .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle poured into a duvel tulip . a pours a clear golden orange with two fingers of eggshell head decent retention a little lacing . s smells of pumpkin nutmeg also something sour i ca n t put my finger on . t taste is much more impressive than the smell tastes like a boozy pumpkin pie but the sweetness is held in check nicely . m medium full mouthfeel with creamy carbonation . d drinkability is quite good the alcohol is definitely there but it s more warming than anything else .,aroma,0.6,1
appears a slightly hazed pale golden hue with a bright white large bubbled scantily laced head . aromatics are subtle with chamomile and not overly done with honey or citrus . pale biscuit male gives off a subtle sweetness there s an air of the honey and citrus but the chamomile hits an herbal and marshmallow like tone . flavor is somewhat astringent as more honey and sharp citrus notes hit the palate an overtly spiced finish tasting like chamomile tea really it just does n t blend well with a light belgian style blonde ale imo . mouthfeel is a bit cloying with streaks of honey sitting heavy and citrus peel abrasiveness lingering too long carbonation is not sturdy enough to carry the honey like textures . drinkability is mediocre worth a shot but not a style i m willing to get into reminds me of the belgian brewed babar with spices and honey .,aroma,0.8,1
received this in a trade several months ago from amdy . thanks . . follow up after review f me this thing is only . abv . that makes this fantastic imo . . . well i finally thought i would give this a go tonight after all it s named a session beer so i have been in no hurry to open it figuring weak . i ll tell you that the smell is freaking awesome . have n t tasted the beer yet but smells of good things to come . here we go . a good a little light colored with a nice frothy head . s freaking awesome . especially since i considered this some bland flavored light beer t nice . crisp and delicious not as much body or taste as the nose would have me expecting but if miller lite or bud tasted like this and in lower alcohol carbs calories etc . we d make billions billions i say igor . . . nice citrusy hop bite . m nice light and crisp . refreshing even . actually i could go for several of these alas i only have the one . o excellent .,aroma,1.0,1
served oz . bomber into a pint glass . a clear golden yellow and honey orange when held to the light head is white that fades to almost transparent right away and clings to glass at the edge when pouring a swarm of bubbles rises quick and then nothing when refilling my glass the head lasted a little longer as i drank one ring of lace was left at the top of the glass . s sweet citrus grapefruit that is similar to the grapefruit slices you find in a candy store a little wood on the pour and an iced tea lager smell similar to an altbier or true pilsner . t slightly sweet bitterness citrus down the sides of the tongue groung black pepper in the finish . m very chalky soft and smooth on the tip of the tongue then crisp . d nice big i.p.a. best smelling i have had yet very flavorful and the malt has been kept in check and the hops can come right through . etc o.g . . alc . by vol. i.b.u . plus a weird creepy farmhouse on the label and the same spelling of stupid as the band slightly stoopid .,aroma,1.0,1
deep ruby color with a large light tan head and a surprising amount of creamy lace down the glass considering this beer is months old with half of it being older than that . really big nose on this one with a slightly peanut buttery oak smell . once this one warms up alcohol starts to take over the nose . there s a slight dried plum smell with some creamy peanut butter still around . very unique flavor to it . it starts slightly raisiny with a warm alcohol feel and taste with a little of the peanut butter oak flavor still there . there s pretty much no hop flavor left in this one . this beer is a bit old . it s held up well but the hops clearly have n t . i ll definitely pick this one up again if i get the chance . cool beer .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle found in a sampler pack from whole foods san diego . light brownish color upon pouring . sweet fruity aroma with a little bit of maltiness . not too terrbibly hoppy . taste is sort of like a bitter more than an pale . not a good one though . i could force it down though .,aroma,0.8,1
just picked up this pack yesterday so this should be this season s oktoberfest batch . as with many of st. arnold s beers this one pours with very little carbonation no head . very nice amber hue . would look prettier with some fizz . good smell spicy and hoppy . on second whiff i note light smell of alcohol . taste has a definite taste but hard to put my finger on it . hint of lemon caramel towards the back of the tongue molasses and . . hint of chocolate in the aftertaste . not the best brew st. arnold produces but decent .,aroma,0.8,1
a black with ruby highlights . looks the part . s awesome aroma of top quality chocolate starts things off . then a little bailey s irish cream notes . .caramel . the more i smell this the more of the irish creme coffee notes but light on the java . also some plums and raisins . .really a great smelling beer . t dark unsweetened chocolate . .charred raisins . licorice . good amount of pure hop bitterness . .a lit bit like rogue is in the hopping . .some alcohol is flexing its muscles and is quite evident . .exudes what you d expect from an impy. m rich and full bodied.velvety. d damn nice impy that ranks on the top tier . i like a couple others better than this but that is no knock on this beer because there are really some kick ass impy s being made these days . a must try if you like this style.,aroma,1.0,1
ml brown bottle with a vintage date of . bottle no . . brewery states they did pick up some brett recently popped the cork off . corked talked about brett to me more fruit than funk . pours with a sudsy light brown head lacing is impressive . black as black can be . aromatics are titans mellow barrel juice and char roasted grain of dark chocolate and espresso and a delicate kiss of over ripened fruit . a whisper of brett as well . creaminess is set on high full body floats in the mouth . the maltiness is big on dark chocolate and a sweetened cubano coffee . fruity and alcoholic with a growing dryness that wields a hammer of cocoa powder and wood . molasses . hops stay modest . mild tartness infancy of the brett . it does have a ghost like funk within . sweet roasted finish pretty much burnt sugar . not a hair short of being great the brewery admits to some funk . wish i had another bottle to see where it goes .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a hazy gold color with a inch head . little lacing developed during the drink . the aroma was sweet and floral . the flavor was a nice balance of malt and hops . caramel and a fruity sweetness rounded out the flavor . the mouthfeel was very tingling as the carbonation level seemed high . bitterness lasts long into the finish . i felt the bitterness got stronger after the swallow than during the initial taste . the is on the lighter side of a medium bodied beer . nicely drinkable for flavor but the mouthfeel was not as smooth as others in the esb category .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured into a chalice . copper color with finger cream colored head . s not much on the nose . some evergreen less citrus . t balanced but underwhelming . neither the hops nor the malt is able to star . for an apa this is not quite where it needs to be . tastes a little seltzery on the finish . the hop taste is fleeting and really ends all too quickly . m good carbonation . weight is appropriate for an apa . d would make a nice summer session beer because of its lightness . overall i would n t search out a sixpack of this but if it comes in the river horse sampler i would not hesitate to drink a few of these .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance is a deep black brown with a minimal rocky tan head . aroma has deep malt character with notes of raisin burnt sugar and just a hint of smoke . this just smells german too with notes of melanoidans and flowery noble hops . taste has some wonderful malty notes of the same character as the aroma . .aaand that s where it all ends . this was sooo sweet and overpoweringly cloying that i could not finish this beer . it s got some really wonderful aromas and complex malty flavors but the sweetness is just to overwhelming . maybe this is intended by the brewer for the style and i just do n t get it or maybe something went horribly wrong between the brewery and my glass . either way i really wanted to like this beer because of it s potential . darn .,aroma,0.8,1
yellowish orange beer pours with a very thick and sticky white head . tiny bit of haze and a light steady rising of carbonation . an interesting nose . noble hops if i had to guess . grassy earthy and a bit like a pilsner . tastes very hoppy over the top . somehow i pick up spearmint above everything else . weird . the earthy hop smell comes across as an initial taste that is overcome by the minty menthol like flavor . the hops are n t so bitter to kill me but i do like bitter beer . just a one trick pony with this weird mint thing going on . a very thick beer . if it was n t for this minty thing driving me crazy it might be better but not terribly impressed here . note the minty flavor decreases as the beer warms up . so edge on the side of tastiness and serve it warmer than cold .,aroma,0.8,1
my thanks to fitzipatrick and growler for the bottle . oz capped bottle . a pours out a prohibitingly dark dark brown with glowing maroon red undertones . lovely tan head forms then dissapaits leaving some bubbles mist and a firm r.a.t.r . looks very nice in the glass . n i m very impressed by the acute and full on nose of chocolate covered raisins caramel stewed plums cadbury s pure milk chocolate and hershey s chocolate milk like when it first came out . very rich and full i could smell this brew as i was pouring it . t does n t deliver on the palate what the nose promised but all the same we get light chocolate and malt bit of caramel candied lime and citrus a touch of grain and boxy malt . finish revels in boxy malt and grain . certainly decent but somewhat light . as it warms the boxy malt becomes the dominant feature . m ample and plucky carbonation smooth if slightly thin flow . medium to medium light body . long boxy malt finish . notes this is upposed to be delivered in the appropriate accent eh it s not bad it s not great but it s better than many others so now you know what you might drink if you go down to baltimore and really do n t feel like ordering a natty bo you call it . eh . you know this is certainly better than that goose island i had up in chicago that one time oh . nice label you know not very good beer . this i d say is better than most so order it already and tell me what you think eh . you get the idea . i hope .,aroma,0.9,1
i was pleasantly surprised by the appearance of this one . clear brass colored body topped by a shock white but billowy lasting head . heavy carbonation . unfortunately it s all downhill from there . armoa of typical american macrobrew corn rice adjuncts . nothing else . taste mimics the smell . it s all corny rice or ricey corn . some hops mitigate this but barely . mouthfeel typical of the style a little harsh from the carbonation . finishes with a whimper . this is drinkable in the right circumstances such as sitting in a sports arena with a hot dog or nachos in one hand a mgd in the other . other than that avoid it .,aroma,0.3,0
has a classic golden appearance though nothing special . it s mediocrity is it s strong suit . i was quite unimpressed by this lager . after pouring i experienced a rather pungent aroma my wife actually compared it to a skunk . the taste was surprisingly bitter for being a lager and the drinkability was very very slow .,aroma,0.2,0
when i say this on the steelgaarden menu at bethlehem brew works i knew i had to try it . what a cool name kerkom winterkoninkske . it just rolls off your tongue . poured dark brown with ruby highlights when held up the candle on our table . head was tight and tan but quickly faded away . the beer came to me right out of the fridge like all of their beers unfortunately do so i knew it needed some time to warm up . it really benefited from warmth . before i let the temperature rise a bit i leaned over to get a sniff of this very temping looking brew . what a funk . it smelled like a day old ashtray filled with cigar ashes . it tasted awkwardly herbal and spiced . after warming fruity and toasted malt came out to play with the anise white pepper and some other earthy nondescript flavors i couldnt quite pin down . the hops provided just enough zing to couple with the prickly carbonation to keep the beer from being to flabby and weird . im really glad i tried it but i must give this one another go . maybe ill buy an unopened bottle and bring it home so i can really pick it apart on my own time .,aroma,0.4,0
split a of this on a relaxing friday afternoon . cloudy orange with a big frothy white head . lots of lace left behind on the the flute . aromas are a tad skunked not prominent in any magnificent way . there s a little bit of fruitiness but it s almost stale and somewhat metallic . the flavors tell a whole different story thankfully . sweet syrup like peaches up front and some bitterness at the back . high carbonation with a thick mouth coating consistency . this brew is good but it s even better when you have someone to split it with . too sweet for me to consider drinking an entire . i d go with something like this before or after dinner .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy straw yellow with a healthy tan head . smell of grass pilsen malt sweetness and hay . taste of a deliciously sweet helles lager . this is really great for the style and i would definitely get more of these when i see them . comparatively to the th anniversary sierra nevada helles bock this one takes the cake . there seems to be more flavor and it is extremely smooth with very few flaws . i believe my bottle is about a year old at this point and perhaps that is why i enjoy this as much as i am right now . overall very enjoyable medium carbonation with a nice mouthfeel . very drinkable even sessionable at this high abv .,aroma,0.6,1
a this beer pours a hazy honey copper colour with a minimal head that dissipates quickly . s scent quite good grapefruit melon hops . perhaps honey towards the end . t not what i expected at all an initial clove taste then light fruit grains earthy hops latterly . it may sound good and it is to a point but it does n t seem to mix well . still not too bad . m medium body the carbonation is just right . o fairly solid beer i reckon i d pick this one up on occasion in the future .,aroma,0.8,1
had an opportunity to try a bottle of this at a family party brother in law bought a pack for and offered me one . yikes for him but great for me so much for champagne taste and beer budget literally . as you will see this is the method i recommend for trying this do n t pay for it . a very well crafted well structured beer as you d expect from dogfish head . nice deep golden orange with a decent head to start . fades to nothing with little lacing . pretty . smells like you d expect . first hit is grape then sweet malt then spice bee pollen elements . smell goes right into taste . how do i put this . . a liquid version of golden raisin bread toast . the grape is always there almost concord grape in flavor . sweet honeyed malt flavors some buttery notes and a bit of spice . flavors coat your mouth and stick with you . moderate carbonation . one is enough maybe even too much . another consistently well made brew by these guys . no rough edges here and they achieved exactly what they set out to do unfortunately . this beer goes beyond beer snobbishness something i admit to right into the kingdom of the beer nerd . all palates are different as is a level of openmindedness but this is more about conversation and image than taste here . i ca n t imagine someone enjoying his period . overly sweet . too damn much grape . i can not think of what i d want to eat with this maybe middle eastern fare rice and currant dishes . or even imagine sitting down with a snifter and sipping this . as i said in the beginning absolutely be adventurous and try it mooch one if you can but do not buy this .,aroma,0.8,1
golden amber with giant soapy white lather and sparse but persistent carbonation . how many citrus fruits are there . this one has aromas of all of them i m picking up kumquat grapefruit lime and tangerine piney rind at the very least . lacing clumps around the entire glass . all those citrusy hops i smelled are seriously restrained in the taste . caramelly toasty malt balance is assertively in effect . refreshing peach lemon flavors . piney tangerine pith finish lingers long after the swallow . juicy mouthfeel thin to medium body . quenching . not the hop bomb i expected but gaddam if this is n t one super drinkable brew . from classic to extreme from belgian to beefy american from populist to just plain weird dogfish head s got it all . i d be their bitch in a heartbeat .,aroma,1.0,1
this review is typed up from notes in my notebook . a dark brown almost black with a circle of white head . not much of a head on this one though . s chocolate vanilla with a hint of alcohol t a little chocolate dark malt flavor but not much flavor in this one . m watery with a light carbonation . awful d easy to drink like water is . no flavor or carbonation . not good at all and will not try this again .,aroma,0.6,1
a this was a oz pour in chalice with almost no head . dark cranberry red in color . this looks tasty . s there really is n t much of a smell but there is a slight metallic smell with a bit of a slight acid smell . t this is where the magic happens . very tasty loads of sour cherry with a touch of the currants . as this warms up its more of a sour cabernet sovereign . for me the sourness is tasty and mostly cherry . m great feeling mouthfeel good amount of carbination not too much but just exactly what you would want . d very easy to drink almost too drinkable . but after oz glasses it does start to get a bit heavy in your stomach but it is still tasty to say the least and super drinkable for .,aroma,0.6,1
this was such a neat beer to be able to try . i sampled this on the back of a bus traveling from fontainbleau france to dijon france . i bought the beer at a small wine shop in central fontainbleau and even got a free glass with the brew . courpalay where the beer is brewed is a small village northeast of fontainbleau . ruby . nose is distant but showcases faint notes of brown sugar cherries strawberries and plums . there is a dryness throughout the entire palate with lovely notes of cherries oak peppers grapes and plums . simply fantastic .,aroma,0.6,1
grabbed a single from the lcbo yesterday . a opaque red pink color . almost looks like they swapped the beer for fruit punch . zero head faint white bubbles at the top . s faint strawberries peach ca n t tell if i smell kiwi or if its just the flowers . grassy earthy notes grapefruit and blood oranges . t earthy grassy sour taste followed by a faint spiciness . almost none of the fruity smells are found in the taste . m quite thin left feeling not satisfied . d it s quite refreshing but i think the thin feel and the novelty will wear off after one bottle .,aroma,0.9,1
pours light pale straw yellow with a white head that has decent retention . i have had this beer numerous times and i do n t remember getting as strong skunk smell as i got this time . probably some grain and corn husks in there but the skunk dominates . taste is thin slight tart and dry . mouthfeel is also thin watery . this is a pricey beer and on a value scale there are many light beers at half the price that are every bit as good and in many cases better .,aroma,0.3,0
i m broke and still drinking random stuff from the cellar . tonight seems like a ris night . got this one way back in october from orbitalr x . don hooked my up with an awesome trade . poured into my delirium goblet. short lasting brown head . no real lacing. black brew . i do n t know if the age helped but this smells fantastic . deep milk chocolate . . nice bourbon and vanilla notes . hints of brown sugar and cinnamon . really a great nose . flavor loses anything from the nose . a bit of dark cherry essence rounds out the ris flavors . fudgy toward the finish. oak seems a bit musky tannic. medium body with good carbonation . the nose could n t get much better . the flavor while good was a little too fruity and had too much oak for my tastes . this is gon na take me a while to finish this . . . thanks again don . we should do it again sometime .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a hazy light orange color with a inch off white head that fades to a thin cap . small random spots of lacing appear here and there on the glass on the drink down . smells very weak with some lemony citrus notes and slight belgian yeast . not impressed . taste is slightly better with some lemon juice citric acid and belgian yeast tastes coming through . pretty tame flavors but nothing is off . aftertaste is of lemon lime gatorade . weird . effective carbonation makes for a pretty smooth and crisp mouthfeel but the beers seems a tad bit flat . overall a pretty average tripel from this brewery but better than the singel of theirs i had recently .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bomber brilliant red with hints of orange along the edges. creamy tan head that shrinks down to something very substantial for a barleywine. like the head on an espresso . lacing forms quickly . big carbonation . aroma is absolutely perfect . sweet maple and brown sugar mouth watering goodness with fresh cannabanoid hop perfume . slight hint of alcohol in the nose deep breaths let me feel it in my throat . powerful . first sip presents an overwhelming bitterness that fades fast . light body and mouthfeel peppered with carbonation helps this beer go down easy . flavor oozes roasted malts and waxy bitterness is so aggravatingly dominant . wish there was more of the sweetness in the body but less is usually the preferred style . this beer screams west coast and i could spend hours with my nose buried in the opening of my tulip glass . warmth evokes more layers of bitterness. some salty bread and raw hop oils . an excellent exercise in barleywine mastery . yet another good beer from the g to the d .,aroma,1.0,1
with a lively appearance and a quickly fading head this beer resembles ginger ale more than anything . it has a saccharin sweet juicy bubblegum aroma blended with kiwis and mangos . even if the scent did carry over into the flavor i dont think i would be too pumped . there is no hop profile . very dry and bitter thin and with a metallic astringent aftertaste . its more like a bland mango flavored sparkling water than a beer . youll be torn between chugging of them without batting an eye or pouring it down the drain .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a pint glass app nice finger thick fluffy head with a beautiful pee like yellow body . carbonation is present and high . smell there is very little coming through to my nose . a hint of fruity smell somewhat like apples and oranges . coupled with very nice hops . taste very well balanced taste of bitterness and sweetness . a mellow bitterness from the hops is neutralised by the sweet tasting fruity taste mouthfeel very nice carbonation . well balanced . drinkability very drinkable . would say that it s a medium body . looking forward to my next pint of twisted thistle .,aroma,0.6,1
having spent some time in belgium at least four visits i like to buy a belgian when i can . this bottle was a big attractive pint . oz bottle . instead of cap it was sealed like a champagne bottle with a cork to pop and even the cage around the cork . it popped just like a champagne bottle too . a nice brown rich color and a good head thanks to a lot of carbonation . combined with the fun of popping the attractive bottle the overall presentation ca n t be beat s nice aroma with hints of spice . t up until this point everything was great . first there is a clear taste of alcohol . i know that the beer is alc vol but i have had others in that range without the obvious alcohol taste . secondly there was too much carbonation for me which seemed to interfere with the taste . the beer has good flavor but is interfered with by the alcohol and carbonation . m decent d i did n t enjoy it as much as i expected . and it did n t improve as i progressed through the bottle . i wo n t buy again . on the bright side i slept fantastic after drinking most of the bottle . it may have something to due with the pint . oz size bottle of alc vol beer,aroma,0.9,1
poured a pretty standard looking medium gold with almost no head and very minimal lacing . then i put my nose to the glass and wow . this has a wonderful fruity scent along with a small amount of piney hops . everything in perfect balance . one of the finest smelling beers i ve ever come across . very inviting . tasted much along the lines as the aroma with the hops perhaps just a bit more apparent . quite pleasing . mouthfeel was good with a medium body which went down nicely . a bit of a dry finish . my first time trying this beer and it wo n t be the last . too bad they do n t carry it where i live but from now on whenever i make a california trip this beer will be on my pick up list .,aroma,1.0,1
obtained in the partners bif . thanks urban chaos . split two ways with my partner stigs . poured into a piraat tulip . fingers of fluffy foam formed say that times fast quickly almost spilling out of the glass . the head dissipated quickly into a thin layer on top of the dark chestnut brown body . very little lacing . wow . the nose on this is excellent . tons of roasted malts coffee beans and dark chocolate . very nice . the taste is n t quite as profound as the nose but it holds up well . the bitterness of black coffee starts things off . the center turns to a milky sweetness that quickly fades into a smooth roasted malt finish . the mouthfeel is the weak link in this offering . light bodied a tad watery with moderate carbonation . if this was a little heavier it would be world class . this is a very solid beer . i am really glad i had the chance to try it . after all it has been on my wants list for some time . well worth the wait .,aroma,1.0,1
a bright yet somewhat hazy pilsner yellow . too pilsnery for my liking . good coulumns of bubbless ascending to a quick dissipating foam . no lacing . a very bland wheat and lacking of belgian spice aroma . smells more like an american blonde ale than anything belgian . the taste has hinst of some very unnatural spices definetley not a good replication of a good wit . the finish is almsot like straight lactic acid .,aroma,0.3,0
a nice deep burnt orange copper color . a creamy off white head . this offering from paulaner has a very enticing look to it . not nearly as dark as i expected it to be as a doppelbock but it is very beautiful to just stare at in the glass . s earthy and malt notes hit the nose immediately creating a breadlike smell followed by sweet caramel maybe some dark fruit raisin fig . maybe some grassyness as the smell fades . t bready taste upfront . malt is definitely the star in this beer as is expected . not much else in taste . tiny dash of hops as it leaves the palate but the caramel malt in this beer is here to stay . the alcohol is pretty well hidden not sure if that s a good thing or not . i ll find out later . m nice medium body with a major bready feel . carbonation is perfect in my opinion d this beer is a very drinkable beer the bottle itself i found to be easily polished off but with the abv at . i ca n t say how many bottles would be in good judgement . this is a great beer to start off the doppelbock section . originally used for fasting this easily quaffed malty beer is a perfect example of liquid bread .,aroma,0.6,1
i really enjoyed this beer . it really did not have an aroma . was not too bitter and definitely not sweet . i could drink this beer every time . it was dispensed by a bartender and the glass immediately fogged over so there was no head to review and it was hard to determine clarity . but it tasted great .,aroma,0.6,1
the day after i review the bottle i walk into my local and it s on a cask hand pull what a lovely surprise . a pint was poured for me into a uk sleeve . the same amber orangey body clear and bright old gold colour as the bottle . again an impressive snow white head which produced some lacing and head throughout the tasting . the smell was like the bottled one it s weakest part and although there were hop and malt esters they did n t excite or bother the nose at all . the last paragraph is almost the same as my bottle review really liked the mouthfeel and taste good blend of ingredients to produce a fine beer . a mixed bag of flavours some sweet malty molasses but no honey the hops came behind the sweet molasses in the taste stakes but not far behind this is nicely balanced and easy to drink .,aroma,0.6,1
a when first poured into a glass it was a light brown but waiting a couple seconds pitch black emerges from the bottom of the cup and it rises to the type within a minute it s pitch black . there is a little head which stays there . s there is no distinct smell to it t when it first hits your mouth you feel the creaminess of the beer . then you taste a very watery substance with a hint of creaminess m the mouth feel is great no carbonation very watery beer . d because of the watery of the beer i could have this all night but it is very expensive .,aroma,0.4,0
as stated earlier it had a huge head due to over carbonation but did leave nice lacing nose was different and i picked up carmelized sugar and an astringent note . the taste followed with some nice sweet malts chocolate powder and some resinous hops . the only thing that holds this beer to sub par for me was the astringent finish that mixed with a hop bite . not sure what is going on but it was not subtle and lingered . mouth feel was solid and drinkability good . overall not one i would get again but not a bad brown minus the astringency .,aroma,0.4,0
if you re a fan of the type this is something interesting to try . a light cloudy gold a lot of white head s a lot citrusy hops . smells great . t hmmm this is a fairly complex beer which is surprising coming from abita . a bit hoppy but more citrusy . a good bitter finish m medium to low carbonation slightly watery finish d becomes less complex but stays very refreshing,aroma,0.9,1
serving i poured it from the bottle with its oh so unique label into a pint glass . appearance as expected pours very dark in color but not totally void of light . brown hues throughout with a thick beige head . smell a sweet rich smell . almost has a chocolate character . taste creamy well balanced and tied together . not overwhelming and does not have the bitter bite at the end . mouthfeel not quite as thick and syrupy as i had anticipated . just thick enough overall a stout that boasts a well balanced not overwhelming bite . perfect for year round if you re into that kind of thing .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a brown coffee color with a slight reddish haze . an almost head of tan foam comes after the pour with some good lacing . s some leather and tobacco with some very small hints of dark fruits or maybe even dates . also a good nutty malty aroma . t good malt character but very light in body . almost as if its watered down . some bitterness in there as well but not much else . m again its a bit bitter and light on the body . nothing too exciting . o decent . i do n t really have much else to say .,aroma,0.8,1
i drank this from the can in puerto vallarta . it pours a little darker than your normal mexi beer with about fingers of last head . no retention . there is no aroma at all just like water . the taste is very weird like a maragrita beer . the first taste is lots of salt followed by lots of lime . it might sound appealing but its not at all . mouthfeel is horrible like water and you ca n t drink much of this .,aroma,0.2,0
expires aug a barely a head extremely dense and cloudy yellow orange cream has a popsicle appearance . mild rising carbonation though difficult to see through density . s the orangy est witbier i ve ever smelled . definitely tons of orange peel very nice beneath it a banana yeast . it almost comes off as a tropical smoothie . pretty amazing . very fresh t somewhat bitter and sour but still retains that very orangy character . the bitterness sourness definitely hurts the flavor . similar to blue moon . m light to medium body a bit mouth puckering . low carbonation . o good very blue moonish .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to nate for bringing this bottle into a bells tulip . pours an ugly light brown muddled with no carbonation at all . the aroma is awesome lots of vanilla really nice wood notes a little bourbon caramel and a touch of hops . as great as the aroma is the tasting is as outstandingly awful . the sweetness is gone all you get is rotten wood lots of chalk and a little alcohol . a weird wood finish just dooms this . this was undrinkable could only get through half a glass .,aroma,0.9,1
i enjoyed this beer from the comfort of my own living room . from the z bottle to a weizen glass . a co worker in the twin cities picked this up for me so i m not sure how she stored it . given the other reviews of this beer and the fact that miller has decided not to roll this out nationally i do n t think it would matter how she stored it . appearance pours a cloudy golden orange color with a thick white head that disappeared pretty quickly . cloudiness is ok but color is a tad off . smell smells like a lemon miller lite and a little skunky . taste not much going on here . slightly more sweet than a regular lite but not much . mouthfeel very light bodied with too much carbonation and watery . drinkability give to guests that do n t know any better .,aroma,0.2,0
had this on tap at the draughthouse in austin in a half pint glass . pours a depp dark moghany to black . light brown head very thin nice lacing suprisingly . smell is somewhat alcohol with nice fruit tones to it . taste is pretty nice but a little hot i could imagine aging this might work out well . i get a little bit of oak fruitiness along with what i imagine is the presence from the noir barrels . mouthfeel is an oily consistency that brings about a smooth drinkability to the beer . glad i got to try this and i highly recommend .,aroma,0.6,1
a new and limited seasonal offering from natty greene s . this double pils poured out of the growler with an enormous head and bubbles are lively . color is a hazed hazy haze errific golden rust . the big head thins to a crown after a bit . no real lace left on the glass just a few scattered dots . eight pounder does n t carry a whole lot of aroma . it s mildly honey ish and obviously there are some pilsner malts in play but overall it s mild and fails to leave a major impression . flavor is honey sweet and butter rich maybe even up there with the best in this fairly new style . butterscotch seems to be a key trait of the double pils and there s plenty of it here . piney bitterness from the hops gives some balance with an unclear spiciness lingering in the background . white pepper black pepper . not real sure but that along with the hops balances out the pilsner malts and lager yeast both of which are up front and present . damn close to tremendous . appropriately creamy full smooth texture probably smoother since it was tapped into the growler hours ago . buttery as all get out sucka . perfect . i love this . my favorite natty greene s beer so far . who would ve thought natty green s could excel at big beer . but like neighboring foothills brewery they do . the craft beer world is ready for this style and greensboro should be ready for n.g . s own version . i d love to see this year round and in bottles . . why not . i ll savor the rest of the growler in the coming days .,aroma,0.6,1
i m picking up a common house flavor in this beer after having the blonde ale and getting the same background taste . it s a sort of grassy herbal funk . it was light and added character to the blonde ale but it s a little much in here and it make the aroma offensive . the flavor and aroma come off extra bready with a little rubber in the aroma . the flavor also has a mellow malty backbone with spice and earthy notes .,aroma,0.4,0
nice appearance thick and persistent head if you get this in a bottle beware because it fizzes like all get out . . aroma is simply heavenly with strong molasses overtone and some burnt hints . taste does not quite match the aroma but i did let the bottle sit for a bit before drinking . the flavor is very good malty with a touch of bitterness and also a hint of sweetness . thick smooth it is a delight to drink .,aroma,1.0,1
this guy has a fair fluffy white head . real clear paler gold color . its about what you would be expecting from a mexican lager . not that great tasting but on a nice hot day you could put down a ton of them . better than corona anywho . not recommended not the worst either .,aroma,0.4,0
hazy and color brings to mind pineapple juice . carbonation factor is high.get some funk in the aroma not overpowering . i am picking up some wet hay in the background . enjoying the taste quite a bit . tart refreshing . like fresca for a beer geek . nice and crisp on the palate.scrubbin bubbles . i think this would be a nice refresher between styles . i guess you could call this a nice piece of cheese thanks to ways for throwing this in the box .,aroma,0.6,1
the beer pours a nice golden color with a thick frothy white head that fades to lacing . the aroma is exceptional . it has a beautiful array of floral hops which penetrate along with a solid malt scent . the taste is good . it has an intense hop flavor overpowering it s malt core . it goes down smooth and finishes quite bitter . the mouthfeel is good . it is a medium bodied beer with adequate carbonation . this is a great ipa . the aroma is awesome along with a really good hop and malt flavor .,aroma,1.0,1
a oz bottle purchased at abe s for just about . poured into my nonic . appears a hazy muted yellow color with barely a finger of fast fading white foam . notes of bubblegum banana peppery wheat and a pinch of clove are evident in the nose . not so much in the flavor though . thin bodied with lower than average carbonation . i ll walk right past this one next time .,aroma,0.8,1
a truly average beer . the beer pours a very dark red almost black that forms a very light and fizzy head that settles and almost disappears . it leaves a slight bit of lace on the glass . smells of roasted hopps with mild hints of chocolate . upon taking a sip it seems far to carbonated . while it has a rich and full initial taste it is wasted upon swallowing having almost no aftertaste . unfortunately this combined with the large amount of carbonation present seems to ruin this otherwise fairly decent ale .,aroma,0.8,1
sampled the latest anchor x mas ale at the stuffed sandwich . this year s vintage sported a dark blackish brown color with only a modest sputtering tan head that quickly settled down to a small cap and collar leaving only light patchy lace . not what i expected . the vintage had a better look to it . the smell had a distinct piney hops character lots of spruce needles . also present in abundance were the usual line up of spices anchor employs clove nutmeg cinnamon and molasses . least detectable at least to my beak was the malt profile . the taste had a moderate toasted malt flavor and touch of candy sugar sweetness up front . this morphed to an amalgam of spices that held sway until overrun by a somewhat harsh resinous pine and citrus rind hops bite . the flavors did n t seem to flow as seamlessly as in previous editions rather they jolted and bumped from one to the next without blending too well . the feel was lighter than in previous years a touch thin and crisply dry . overall the osa has started off a bit slowly out of the gate . still a decent brew it does n t quite measure up to it predacessers . in its youth anchor x mas ale s tastes have n t started playing well together yet like kids on a schoolyard . perhaps it will improve with some time in a cool dark place the beer not the schoolkids .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle with bottled on stamped on the neck . i love when ipa s have easily identified bottle dates on them . i m way more likely to buy an ipa that i can verify freshness then one that i ca n t . this one pours an attractive orange amber with no head just a thin skimming of foam . a little lacing as it goes down . smell is fairly muted with a noticeable amount of citrusy hops . a little malt sweetness is present but not too much . the hops in the smell are much more present in the taste . plenty of hop flavor with just enough malt to balance it out . hop flavor is dominated by grapefruit not really any piny or herbal qualities . there s a fair amount of hop bitterness with each sip and my mouth is coated with hop resins . these are the exact qualities i want in an ipa . finishes on the sweeter side with a malt flavor that brings everything together . like i said with the taste hop resin coats your palate so mouthfeel is spot on as far i am concerned . a light body and pleasant flavor make this very drinkable . all around a very well executed ipa . i ve had fresher versions of this beer that were more hoppy but this bottle is probably a better shot at the style with a nearly perfect balance of malt and hops .,aroma,0.6,1
a there was some minor gushing when i opened the cap but i did n t lose any beer and it is forgiveable in a barrel aged beer . this one has a comically large and tenacious head . fairly dark orange brown color somewhat hazy . s spicy acidic aroma . earthy and somewhat fruity . t tart citrusy acidity . earthy dirty flavor with fruity notes lemony and grapefruit like . finishes with strong bitterness on the back of the tongue . m heavy carbonation but with a fairly thin body . maby some tannins . d has a good bit of flavor while remaining light but the acidity is a little too acrid for my taste and i think a little more residual sweetness would balance it out better .,aroma,0.9,1
serving armored car of a bottle here . you could drop this thing from a ten story building and not have it shatter . i read once that this bottle is a work of art and i agree . poured into a smallish snifter glass . a pours a hazy deep gold with a huge frothy white head that does n t go anywhere . bubbles rushing every which way . excellent lacing . there are n t just lace rings this thing is leaving chunks of lace stuck to the glass . s sour sweet candy aroma right as you pop the cork citrus red grapes malt banana esters linger . it is begging me to drink it but i do n t want my lips to ruin this perfect head of foam just yet . one more whiff . so complex . t sweet malt flavor up front yeasty fruity tangerine and a tad sour . delicate finish reminds me of hennepin but not as bitter . m medium bodied . for it really does n t show up . just a slight tingle of carbonation . d very drinkable for abv . i do not think the ml is going to be enough . i should have gotten more when i had the chance . refreshing .,aroma,1.0,1
the hop aroma on this beer is outstanding . a wonderful mix of pine and citrus hop smells great your nose as you lift the glass . the mild pale ale flavor which is never low in bitterness is surprising after that much aroma but fits well to the style . i think if it has a little better mouthfeel and just a touch more malt flavor this would be a perfect beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours black with two fingers of chocolate colored head . the head retains well in a thin cap though leaves no real lacing . s roasted malts and sweet creamy chocolate up front . then come the oak vanilla and bourbon aromas . there are traces of bready yeast on the finish as well . nice . t roasted malts are nowhere to be found in the flavor . it s all oak and whiskey bourbon with a strong alcohol burn . there are some lightly bitter yeast notes on the finish but they re faint . m surprisingly medium body with medium carbonation this does n t feel much like an imperial stout . it has a very dry feel to it which just accentuates the whiskey flavors further and makes me wonder what happened to the stout that went into the barrels . o overall an incredibly overpriced piece of mediocrity . not a bad beer but given its price it is definitely not worth it . the aroma is quite nice but the taste reminds me of when i ve experimented with adding bourbon to other stouts and accidentally added too much . the stout flavors are completely masked by the barrel .,aroma,0.8,1
drinkndrive brought this to a tasting a few weeks back in those tiny growlers the state of florida makes breweries use . cute little things are almost like milk jugs . floridians need to write their state representatives and attempt to get florida to catch up with the st century on growler laws . .but i digress . thanks devin for bringing this beer . the mango poured a dark gold clear fluid with a light white whispy head . a great look considering it was a traveling growler . the aroma totally rocked . dense citrusy sweet with a pronounced tropical fruit note . it was a very strong aroma as well intoxicating the senses with florida fruit grove aromas . the flavor did n t pack as much of the citrus as i would have liked but it was an incredibly bitter pungent block of flavor that powers through to an incredibly bitter finish . there is little to no malt backbone here . this reminds me a bit of pte with that ridiculously great aroma and bitterness but not quite having the citric hop flavor that i would normally want in a dipa . there is also a noticeable touch of alcohol heat in the finish for me . mouthfeel was good with a low medium carbonation level . drinkability was good but not great for me . this beer is incredibly bitter on the back end and the hot alcohol make this beer difficult to session .,aroma,1.0,1
my man jeff hooks me up with a long time always intrigued by this beer want . pour is typical nice looking super dark brown with a creamy light tan head . the smell is freakin ridiculous . coffee anise chocolate booming from the glass . taste is slightly less inspiring and suffers from an over carbonation . it is annoying and i ca n t get past the spritz of this as it enters my mouth . a little bitter chocolate and brandy a little scotch bite at the end . a little boozy but the flavor lasts . enjoyable but not quite as good as i had been hoping for all due to the carb issue .,aroma,1.0,1
highly foggy glowing yellow beer with gobs of yeast dancing about . mammoth white head comprised of huge bubbles . smells of funky yeast lemon honey mint spices sandalwood . this scent should be marketed for all kinds of incense and cleansing products bam soap bam shampoo bam scented oils . tastes fresh and spontaneous lemon juice counteracts the belgian yeasts spicy malts add all sorts of dimension mild hints of pepper clove coriander honey mint leaves . heavily carbonated very gaseous crisp in the mouth . refreshing and frighteningly easy to drink . it takes massive restraint for me to make a oz . bottle last more than minutes .,aroma,1.0,1
okay i have had about half a dozen mad brewer beers and i have yet to have one that i enjoyed . they just all lack good craftmanship and taste pretty cheap overall . this is their take on an imperial stout a pours pitch black . looks very thick . head is very minimal but a nice brown film is always present over the beer . s this does not smell like an imperial stout at all . smells very weird . lots of sugary sweetness . vinegar . alcohol . smell is actually pretty off putting . t taste is a little better than the smell but not much . lots of weird vinegar flavors here . some yeastyness as well . very sugary tasting . but once you get used to those overwhelming flavors there is more complexity underneath . there is a bit of cinnamon and a touch of roasted malts in there . a little cherry pits as well . alcohol is pretty well hidden surprisingly . m somewhat weird mouthfeel . very thick and coating in the mouth but there is some fizzy carbonation as well . d this is a sipper . very weird in all aspects this might turn a lot of imperial stout fans off . not a traditional stout by anymeans but there is some unique things present . this beer is drinkable but definetly not something i would want to revisit . overall i think this is the worst imperial stout i have had to date . nothing here says stout at all . no coffee chocolate or roast character at all . reminds me more of a poorly brewed belgian dark ale . probably the best thing about the beer is that the alcohol is very well hidden . but thats about all i can say good about this turkey . not recommended .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a clean golden yellow color with a white head . in the aroma small citrus big piney hops . in the taste small citrus hops and a bit watery . a mellow bitterness and a lighter bodied mouthfeel with a small dry and hoppy aftertaste . a quite mellow ipa great nose yet light in the taste . simple and ok .,aroma,0.7,1
a beautiful mahogany hue with off white head that does n t last but leaves a layer of foam behind . the nose is roasty and slightly smoky not overwhelming but very nice . ah but the taste . i love this beer and desperately wish that sa would put it in six packs . it s nicely smoky with a roasty peat malt flavor . there is a bit of caramel and biscuit maybe even a hint of raisin . mild bitterness at the back balanced finish . the smoky character of this is what sets it apart i think it s sam adams best beer . sits a little heavy on the palate but is n t super dense . carbonation is minimal . at less than abv it s almost sessionable . would without question be a staple in my fridge if it were available in sixers .,aroma,0.7,1
been a hot summer here in nyc and the longer it s been going the more i ve found german and czech lagers to be the best quenchers . saw a pack of dab pounder cans on special never had it what the hell . pored into a . l glass mug a very active almost no head color is a dark yellow a bit strange almost like a red bull . s soft on the hops grassy malt faint alcohol best trait of the beer for me t bitter finish that does n t really have any crisp hop taste almost all malt boring bland m a bit chewy for me really could use a snappy finish o nothing special here guess it s alright to just watch a game with but i wo n t get it again,aroma,0.7,1
presentation brown ml glass bottle with freshness date on rear label . a pours a dark cloudy copper like color with a thin off white head which disappears quickly . s malty hops fruit yeast nutty honey t hops nutty fruity sweetness with bitter finish . slightly metallic . m soft and creamy with medium carbonation . d a decent ipa but i prefer dc s stout and american pale ale to this offering .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark red to deep ruby brown in colour with a tight brilliant clarity . medium fine carbonation releasing into a medium surprisingly small head but creamy and lightly tanned . light lacing on the glass . s dull while cold but when warmer . golding hops and alcohol resin lacquer like phenols . hits of fruit and a smooth light cigar like smoke . t sweet toffee dark and medium roasted malts . brown sugar pine sugar caramel molasses alcohol phenols floral rosy hops smokey undertone . green bitterness of hops lingering on the palate . m sticky full bodied thick sweet malts . delicate biting carbonation leaving a residual cleanliness of hop bitterness . d for a full bodied beer you could probably session this which speaks alot for it despite the flavors . a great beer . i have a soft spot for this style but this is top class .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz bottle into pint glass . a clear brown with a finger of off whie head . retention is decent and a thin cap remains . decent lacing as well . s butterscotch butterscotch butterscotch . it s a great aroma but little else needs to be said . t sadly this brew is bordering on flavorless . butterscotch hits mid palate with moderate to high sweetness followed by minimal roasted flavors . the finish is composed of a mild earthy bitterness . strangely enough i detect some pepper in the aftertaste . decent stuff going on but not enough of it and certainly not very porter like . m on the high end of light bodied with moderate carbonation . carbonation levels are acceptable but for the sake of the caramel flavor and it s classification as a porter the mouthfeel is far too thin . d after all is said and done this is a pretty drinkable sweet beer . while at times it can seem a watery mess and marginally artificial overall i actually liked the beer . however it is a poor representation of a porter and moreso lacking in the taste and mouthfeel departments .,aroma,0.8,1
the colour is red brown amber the two finger high head is off white . it sinks slowly leaving lots of lacing . the smell is straggly and a bit sharp . notes of crayons oil paint and some bitter earthy flavours . the taste is also . divided . there is a rather strange note of crayons that i have noticed before in ales with lots of fuggles hops . some earthy notes with weak sweet notes . the aftertaste is light with notes of crackers and an earthy bitterness . a sour hint in the finish . the carbonation is light small bubbles . the liquid is also rather light . there are lots of different flavours that just do n t stick together in this one . although the light aftertaste makes it kind of drinkable anyway .,aroma,0.4,0
bit of a limp ice tea pour . clearly a warmer nice brown malty body . nice aroma blend between surprising coffee nodes and bread and toffee blend . not huge and not too complex but nice and balanced . tastes not quite as balanced falls too far towards the toffee sweet end . bready candy with nothing bitter to balance it . candy is nice there s a reason kids like it so much but i usually like a bit more in my beer .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle of release poured into a tulip . beer pours a dark brown bordering on black with three plus fingers of mocha colored frothy and bubbly head despite a very gentle pour . head retention is insane on this beer sticking around forever and clings heartily to the inside of the glass . a ton of carbonation streaming off from the bottom of the glass helps maintain the head but it just seems like excessive carbonation for a stout . a lactic acid tang dominates the nose some roasted malt chocolate . the lactic acid tang is still there at the front of the tongue but it s not as strong as the nose as more roasted malt and milk chocolate show up to try to mask some of the acidity . like other terrapin beers there s this metallic aftertaste to the beer that s really off putting . light to medium body but with a very aggressive and sharp carbonation that really stings the tongue . a forgettable beer unfortunately .,aroma,0.4,0
the good body color is a vibrant clear orange but that s about all that s good on the appearance end of things . the smell is above average but not great . you get whiffs of baked caramel coated pumpkin with cinnamon sticks and vanilla bean . taste is clean crisp and spicy . but then it gets worse . the bad the cost is about for oz . no lacing no head . it s a little too dry on the finish and too sweet upfront . the alcohol is off putting and not at all hidden . very flat almost no carbonation . tastes like canned pumpkin was used and then mixed with artifical pumpkin extract . sort of candylike and medicinal in flavor like pumpkin flavored cough syrup but with somewhat of a thin body . a little too overboard with allspice and ginger . lacking that rounded full flavor i love from beers like schlafly pumpkin . i had to drain pour half of the bottle . i do n t remember this being that bad . perhaps it tasted better in my earlier craft beer years or perhaps i just got a bad bottle this go around . i m convinced i could brew a better pumpkin beer and i have never even attempted such .,aroma,0.8,1
this one arrived in the january beer of the month club shipment . pours a vibrant orange with a small bone white frothy head . amazing floral nose hoppy citrusy peachy slightly yeasty . almost like a saison nose very unusual for an apa . my impression diminshed substantially upon actually drinking this beer . a very thin watery body with a dominant bitter palate . not hop bitter either just bitter bitter . a bit of mid palate malty sweetness but it quickly dissolves into more bitterness . finishes very dry and the aftertaste does go away pretty quickly . after such a promising nose i m very disappointed in this one .,aroma,0.8,1
a pale golden yellow cm head dissipates before i m done pouring . s trying hard to pick something up here citrus hops maybe faint malts in the background . t surprised by the taste since i could n t get anything from the nose . more complex than expected . dull malts up front a little bit of hops and a slightly bitter finish . m high carbonation good finish . d very nice lighter beer could drink this for days .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to stevemcqueenjr for this bottle . . oz bottle from poured into a large snifter . a opaque with a certain cloudiness to it chestnut brown with very little head only slight bubbling around edge of glass . s very strong and sweet smells of vanilla walnuts pecans molasses . really the thing this smells most like to me is samuel adams utopias but i m not sure how much information that conveys to most people . it is very sweet and quite strong . deep sniffs uncover a high alcohol presence but that is not apparent on a casual smell . t treacle charred oak roasted walnuts . this is still a little too young to have really resolved well but i can see how it will improve over time . it does have a bit too much of a burnt taste presumably from the bourbon barrels that i am not so sure will resolve itself positively . m virtually still liquid which would be okay if it had slightly more body but it is a little too thin even with what is admittedly a heavy body . it is almost like it has two characters a thin alcohol and a thicker malt syrup . i imagine it will greatly improve in this aspect over time . great mouthcoating . d not all that drinkable at the moment . a great experiment but not something that really capture my tastebuds and keeps them longing for more .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a hazy gold with no head whatsoever . displays a brilliant shimmering golden hue with faint orange highlights when held up to the light . if this had a head it would look great . s earthy lactic yeast funk on the nose with hints of citrus grass and some sort of peppery spice . as the beer warms these scents blend beautifully . t opens tart with assertive notes of grapefruit lemon bitter orange kumquat grass salty brine and oaky lactic yeast . the finish lingers for a long while displaying a mixture of citrus yeast and alcohol flavors . m medium to full bodied dry and firm with practically no carbonation . quite frankly i doubt this beer would feel as heavy as it does if it were a bit livelier . o i like this beer but fantome produces far better . still the worst fantome is better than the best beer produced by some breweries . i love the fact that the flavor reminded me of a good sauvignon blanc until that yeasty farmhouse funk set in to remind me i was drinking a beer . a very interesting effort but probably the least appealing of the fantome beers i have tried .,aroma,0.9,1
sampled at from the vine beer tasting jul th pours a clear golden orangle color with a thin white head . decent lacing throughout . the aroma is very nice a heady mixture of malt honey and alcohol . unfortunately the flavor does n t come close to fulfilling the promise in the aroma . the body is carbonated with a rather lager ish character . peppery alcohol and sweet caramel malt see saw back and forth throughout . the finish is dry and lightly bitter . this beer was a bit of a letdown overall . perhaps the scalding . alcohol content is to blame but the beer seems unbalanced and is difficult to enjoy .,aroma,0.9,1
i have to deduct right off the head.when you are dealing with a belgian style i want the head to be overpowering . this one disspated into a crown before i could sit down with no hint of lacing . liquid is fine though looks a reasonably thick red . scent is sweet bready light clove . good . taste is similar to smell but a bit strong for my tastes . ca n t fault it as it pertains to style though . clove bread a little heat . mouth is a bit thick and flat for this style . i m going to have a difficult time finishing this .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a growler obtained at short s brew pub on into my brand new short s imperial pint glass . a very cloudy orangish green . the bartender explained that they were selling a shitload of the stuff lately so that was why it had almost a green hue to it . small amount of head that retained well and left great sticky lace . a smelled of big grass and citrus hops . orange grapefruit and hemp . there was a very distinct sweetness as well maybe from honey . t extrordinary . the hops are enormous again orange grapefruit tangerine and honey . the sweet malts balance this very nicely . m d medium body beer nice level of carbonation makes for a semi creamy mouthfeel . as for the drinkability i had planned to drink one or two glasses out of the growler with my grilled chicken that night but i finished it before my brother in law could finish grilling . i ca n t wait for joe short to bottle this one . just an outstanding ipa . skal .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle with a bottled on stamp of . . . pours a very hazed orangish brown color with a modest amount of white head . falls surprisingly fast for a hefe and does not leave a whole lot of lace behind . seeing this beer on the shelves for awhile now and always thought it was a standard american wheat but i am glad to see and smell that this is definitely more of a bavarian style hefeweizen . overripe bananas cloves and bubblegum galore . taste has plenty of banana and clove flavors but it seems to be undercarbonated . not good for a hefe . there is some nice wheat tang to offset some of the sweeter fruity yeast esters . i would like to try a fresher sample as this one is a little more than half a year old . not bad but does not come close to some of the finer versions of hefeweizen . lack of carbonation hurt my scores for the beer both visually and in the mouthfeel .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance very pale sandy color . lots of carbonation bubble rising to the top . thick white foamy head . very nice lacing . aroma subtle spiciness . banana esters cloves are present . taste spices are very upfront . i detected cinnamon cloves and menthol . really menthol . slight liquorish aftertaste . mouthfeel highly highly carbonated . just too much . the beer does settle down after a while . i would recommend letting the beer sit for about minutes before you pick it up .,aroma,0.8,1
clear medium amber colour with a short cap of eggshell foam . fair retention some lacing . malty aroma mostly caramel and crackery but there s a light hop and fruit component as well . the flavour was a lot thinner than expected . there s not a lot of malt present which leaves the bitterness exposed and a little harsh . the hops are a little acrid in the finish leaving an unpleasant aftertaste . the texture starts out alright but the body falls away mid sip leaving it watery . light dryness at the end . i really liked the aroma but once i took a sip things went downhill . the balance is way off and there s not enough malt to support the body and hops . too bad .,aroma,0.8,1
light brown pour pretty disappointing with an off white head that sticks around . aroma is a nice spicy hops with a good bready roasted malt to it . taste it like burnt toast the bready malts do n t mix real well with the spicy hops . but i was able to get some carmel coffe notes in there . mouthfeel is very thin for a brown and overly carbonated this is my first real big disappointment from the folks at bells .,aroma,0.8,1
big thanks to boatshoes for this one . i got a box full o new beers this one was a surprise . poured into a paulaner weisbier glass . a this is a dark one . deep shades of plums reds mahoganies and tobacco build a opalescent glass of beer . a big head cascades as it rises above threatening to spill over the rim of the glass . large concentric rings of lacing are torn off as it fades back down to a very thick covering . s as this beer pours the room is filled with the aroma of over ripe banana . it reminds one of the brown spots on a soft banana . very sweet and tropical . upon close inspection it isnt hard to find fresh cracked black pepper and pineapple . wow i m loving how the banana and citrus come together to create a tropical fruit salad bouquet complete with melon . once i focus on the smell of the wheat and how it interacts with the banana i am reminded of eating peanut butter and banana sandwiches on wheat bread as a kid . t banana is the stronger of flavors . wheat is no slouch either . it gives a snappy finish to this sweet and fruity beer . lots of berries move along as pepper makes an appearance . the finish yields a spot of alcohol that i wish werent there . perhaps this could benefit from being only around or less rather than . the finish and aftertaste introduce some milk chocolate into the mix . m dry but quite smooth . nice fuller body with a fluffy soft carbonation . d the alcohol plays too much part in this . its tasted slightly but becomes a much bigger part of the feel as this bottle moves along .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a nice amber with hints of red . smell was minimal what i could smell was bread like . taste was not bad balanced ok but nothing exceptional . mf was good full bodied with good carbonation and a clean finish . very drinkable and would be a great session brew . but not very memorable .,aroma,0.4,0
ml from the hendersonville co op . also easily found at bruisin ales in asheville . st. amand pours a handsome no gorgeous copper color with plenty of generous head even when poured slowly . the nose is extremely complex clay soil caramel butter farmland and fresh aromatic hops are all in there along with some more elusive intangibles that are conjuring up all sorts of images of rural europe for me . on the tongue the caramel sings out with a spritzy edge the hops keep it interesting and the butter moves to the forefront but what really does it for me is a slight sour twist towards the end reminiscent of those flemish ales that ive recently fallen in love with such as duchesse de bourgogne . this says to me drink with food . much better than castelian chti as far as im concerned . take it for thanksgiving dinner .,aroma,1.0,1
ah a perfect minnesota day for a cynicale . hot and slightly humid just enough to make my glass sweat . pours a golden orange color into my pint glass . nice foamy white head . slightly darker than i expected but this is surly they do n t play by the rules . ample carbonation and impressive lacing . jeez does this one have a belgian nose on it . plenty of belgian yeast and spices . not so much fruity much more spicey . a tinge of alcohol and a little bit of funk . taste is very different from what i would expect from the nose . definitely yeasty and spicey but there is a peppery note that i have n t had the pleasure of tasting just yet . also a much higher bitterness level than the average saison ibu s if my mind does n t fail me . bitterness is n t overpowering in anyway it just sits there being a friendly reminder that your drinking a surly . mouthfeel is very light and crisp . a stark carbonation tickles your mouth . what a great brew to have on a humid summer or spring day . once again i m glad i m a minnesotan if only so i could get surly .,aroma,1.0,1
after reading nice cans . in the inaugural issue of ba magazine i decided to visit my old mistress ms. guinness . she had been sitting in the back of my fridge for longer than i d like to admit . so i cracked it open and wow what a tremendous beer . and after months of sitting in the back the taste of my . oz can with the nitrogen widget was as tasty and enjoyable as it always is . i m not going to tell you what a guinness tastes like because you already know . i ve enjoyed this beer throughout my life in most forms and out of the can is right up there with poured fresh off the tap dare i say sometimes consistently better . . the nose is faint but boy is this smooth and the finish just leaves you wanting for more . an outstanding beer that you just have to experience for yourself .,aroma,0.7,1
was this to be another non descript australian macro lager .afraid so yes . it was clear light gold and refused to maintain a head . the smell was metallic beer mat there wasa hintof grainy malt and there was a bitter finish so it had some merit over the cub range . drinkable hot day eskies and cricket and plenty of company . has at least a little character to make it a better choice than other macros,aroma,0.3,0
on tap at the lodge in hilton head sc . sea witch pours with a bright blonde brassy body that sports a bit of haze and a healthy brimming cap of bone white foam that leaves decent lacing on the pint glass . the aroma is so spot on for the style that it makes me wonder how skull coast did it . how do you get that much non artificial smelling watermelon aroma into a beer . just exceptional with juicy fruity melon notes backed by a hint of wheat and hops . the flavor dials in the watermelon nicely again but pulls the fruitiness back a bit to let the other attributes of the beer shine through . a slight hint of berry and melon rind tartness sneaks in with each sip perhaps a byproduct of the wheat . crisp tasty wheat grains and a spritzy carbonation level make for an inviting mouthfeel that goes down far too easily . if this were available to me locally in texas it would be hard not to order this as the opening round every time during the summer heat . take note st amendment this is how you put watermelon flavor into a wheat beer .,aroma,1.0,1
served in an imperial pint glass at almost cellar temperature . no freshness date . appearance the bottle proclaims this beer is as dark as it gets . not true . not even a little bit . ruby at best and quite thin . on a rough pour we struggle to get a creamy one finger head that settles to a decent film . lacing is sparse and also creamy . smell very english . i get a hazelnut aroma beneath the sweet stout character . some roasted malt is present but a bready note lingers in the nose and leaves its mark . taste oh god . what have we here . this has turned horribly wrong . sour pungent and undrinkable . batteries left for years in an old flashlight and then placed directly in the mouth . gahhh . i thought that stouts are built to withstand a few months of refrigeration . this goes down the sink now . mouthfeel drinkability i am daring myself to go further . nope ai n t gon na happen . the harsh acidic attack in the mouth leaves no place for texture . i am trying but this beer needs serious help . goodbye lump of coal . i certainly did not deserve this punishment this winter .,aroma,0.6,1
let me start by saying that i am not typically into this light of a beer but i was impressed . poured clear and golden . good sized light colored head . pretty carbonated . smell was zesty definite hints of citrus and wheat . taste was surprisingly good . seemed very well balanced to me good crisp clean taste nice hop accent good aftertaste . great beer for light meals sandwiches etc . it was a little thin feeling but coupled with the taste it was a pretty nice feel . would definitely drink again . the clean taste and body make this a multiple beer drink . you could go through several of these and not get that stale feeling in your mouth .,aroma,0.6,1
pours copper ruby with a large but rapidly diminishing head . aromas of vanilla honey cinnamon pears yeast . very perfumy . bready sweet cookie dough . alcohol is just noticeable as a pleasant slightly spicy note . later on figs prunes and caramel become apparent . there is so much going on here . similar flavours but not as much complexity . alcohol is much more apparent especially in the harsh finish . carbonation is too high for my liking but otherwise mouthfeel is good . absolutely fantastic aroma but let down by it s flavours .,aroma,1.0,1
brand new in the dallas area oz bottle . pours a bright clear gold with good head retention and many fine streaming bubbles . hard to pick up any aroma out of the beer though . maybe a faint hoppiness . taste is classic pilsner though with crisp crackery malt and lots of bitterness tending perhaps a bit more resiny than floral but still appropriate . finish is dry and clean . light bodied spritzy . a good solid beer apart from lack of aroma . most of abita s beers do n t stand out but this is quite a good effort . worth buying more of .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into an a b flute on timid watery faded manner of golden yellow so wimpy it looks artificial . i got to spend some time describing the color while the four inches of eruptive foam calmed down took its merry time too . uneven wave of retention and a couple globs of lace . the aroma does n t seem so bad perhaps even pleasant prairie grass damp pollen clean grains and hints of mild spice . there s a lemon grass element as well but i m concerned the lemon smells too . pungent . sip . hmm . not good . thin . over carbonated . the taste is that of what i can only describe as burned prairie grass and such . like when the teenagers got bored and stopped by osum . tart lemon dull grain metallic hops . there is a skeevy dirtiness on that back end that puts shame to the term off flavor . it gets worse as it warms . yuck . i do n t know how but it feels like my mouth has turned to a smoldering ember after each drink . wtf .,aroma,0.6,1
from a bottle poured into a weizen glass . a cloudy orange amber color . short head . that dissipated quickly . little to no lacing apparent . s bread up front banana cloves and white grapes after it warms . t bread citrus white grapes banana slight bitterness . m mild carbonation smooth . d this is the second bottle i ve had and i enjoyed it . i paired it with a mixed green salad with some mild blue cheese and a slightly sweet mild dressing . the match was wonderful the citrus flavor picked up on the dressing and the carbonation helped refresh my palate between bites . i would certainly try this again .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a crystal clear deep dark copper red with burgundy tints thick firm and bold off white head . nose is big sweet plums ripe pears and sweet cooked peaches with light spice big full rich and assertive with big candi sugar tones . mouthfeel is medium bodied with an elegant carbonation . flavors are very complex and layered . front palate is sweet spiced cola and compote cooked fruit that goes to a dull bitter mid palate and finish . the front end of this beer is wonderful but the flavors then back off and the wood and barrel aging come into play and goes to a bitter almost bitter sour carmel finish . the mid palate on this beer is a strange spice herbal character almost a sour chocolate character that prevents this brew from really shining . the high alcohol is well hidden . personally i do n t see this beer doing very well years from now when we all do our year vertical for the days of christmas . however time will tell .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a hill farmstead glass revealing slightly hazy golden body under a few fingers of airy white head . some lacing . smells a little starchy with some lemon and canned corn on the nose pretty dry smelling as a whole . slight spiciness to it with the vegetable overtones . i do n t get as much of the vanilla as with many bourbon barrel aged beers but there is some woodiness to it . lots of bourbon barrel aging on the tongue though . a sweet breadiness with slight spice from the yeast . some corn . spritz of orange citrus . so much yummy vanilla oak . tender meatiness to it as well . mouthfeel is medium bodied and creamy with tiny mouth filling carbonation . very very drinkable . i like this one very much the way it is . the nose did n t do it so much for me but the rest was spot on .,aroma,0.6,1
beer pours a clear and very yellow looks like light beer . . about a finger worth of head after a hard pour that dissipated very quickly . no lacing . smell was grainy and skunky . not much good here . smells like euro light beer . taste is just like the smell . corny and grainy but oddly the shunkiness is not here . tastes like average euro light . mouthfeel is crisp but nor as carbonated as i was expecting . pretty average . overall it is not the worst euro light i ve ever had . . but not worth running after . decent,aroma,0.3,0
reviewed from notes . on cask at teresa s next door day after sourfest . pours a crazy purple color similar to the label on welch s grape jelly . immediately it makes you question whether it s beer . no head but visible carbonation bubbles line the bottom of the glass . smell is quite clean . hints of wild yeast but in no way as powerful as most lambics and particularly weak for a cantillon . the taste is smooth almost like a perfect blend of wine and lambic . grape comes through as well as the wild yeast . sour but not the typical puckering that comes from the top lambics . very light bodied . wonderful lambic particularly if you want something more mellow and smooth . this is one even a none lambic drinker could get on board with . tremendous .,aroma,0.7,1
a deep chocolate in color with a slight hint of a head floating on top . beer is opaque . s bouquet is faint for how strong of a beer this is . molasses vanilla and chocolate are all detected . t this is just too sweet . overwelmingly so . there is nothing to balance out the endless sweetness in this brew . besides the flavor of goya malta vanilla caramel and chocolate are also present . m thin and watery . no carbonation or texture . d i am severely dissapointed in this brew . bell s is such a talented brewery but really dropped the ball on this one . there was just no balance in this just malty water .,aroma,0.7,1
the beer pours out a big frothy head that lasts until the end of the beer . the smell is hoppy and a little of for some reason . the taste is very hoppy with some grassy fruity hops put together to make a very good mix that balances between too citrissy and too grassy . the mouthfeel is very nice and smooth with a slight carbonation that is n t bad on the palate . overall i liked this beer and will be having more of it .,aroma,0.6,1
literally next to no colour . extra pale no kidding this resembles a glass of water with maybe a drop of yellow to lightly contaminate the clarity . lighter in colour than champagne i d say . some head the only thing to it s credit . the aroma is simply awful . no malt or hops detected what so ever . only a thick layer of corn starch and dms . flavour only slightly less offensive . drinkability is rough . macro swill at it s worse .,aroma,0.2,0
thanks to the guy at the basc release who gave these for free to my friend photekut who then gave one for free to me . nice reddish amber color with a good sized and attractive head . nose is all christmas spices . unfortunately my christmas spice vocabulary is not quite up to snuff and i m not going to make a fool of myself by naming a bunch of random spices that i could n t actually identify by smell . suffice it to say this beer just smells like a ton of different wintry spices thrown together at random . not that appealing . taste is similar to the nose but better . there s more of a balance to the spice flavors and less weird clash than in the nose . there s also a decent honey sweet backbone that stops the beer from being totally overrun by the spices . still though let s not kid ourselves this beer is all about the spices and if you do n t love winter spices this is n t the beer for you . i get cinnamon and maybe nutmeg but again i do n t know my winter spices well enough to name a bunch of specific ones . nice mouthfell welll carbonated . i do n t generally care that much for winter warmers and this one is no exception . heavy on the spices light on everything else . drinkable maybe even good if you re into this kind of thing but i m not really into this kind of thing .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage pours efferevescent copper caramel with a . fingers offwhite head . good lacing head retention s intense almost burnt caramel malt some alcohol t smokey caramel a little aclohol up front then a hint of cherry oak . rich breadyness vanilla brown sugar follow as it warms . finishes with dryness a slight smokeyness a praline sweetness mf sticky rich body with excellent carbonation balance drinks good but would be about my limit . good winter warmer would go good with ham or fruitcake,aroma,1.0,1
a dark black with lighter brown highlights head retention is minimal and lacing is non existent . s pretty bad . the coconut does not compliment the smoky porter smell . t it tastes decent . ripe fruits but also a little taste of something sour . coconut flavor is prevalent in the background . m smooth and creamy like a good porter should be . d if this were at a bar with the normal selections for ventura this one would finish second to amstel light for the next round .,aroma,0.3,0
a copper color with thin off white head s light smell. sweet malt. little alcohol. sort of a slight pukey smell too. lol t not very good not all that bad . fairly crisp tasting. might make a good mowing the lawn on a hot day beer . not a great deal of interesting tastes . m light. does n t have much feel d pretty drinkable. not heavy at all . overall i m not impressed . miller light is cheaper and offers just as much .,aroma,0.4,0
i tried this beer because its unusual watermelon beer . . cool sounds good to me . well i poured this into a pint glass and it has a good head a pink hue and good watermelon aroma . this is very easy to drink . i could totally get in trouble but thank god its a session beer . i normally dont go for fruity beers but this is not not sweet its just right . my wife love this beer too and as soon as she sees me open it she goes and grabs a glass for herself . so much for drinking the whole .,aroma,1.0,1
wow this beer is awesome . pours very dark . the head on this beer is my favorite of all beers towering and rocky it is truly beautiful . aroma is of sour malt with a hint of coffee . taste is dark malt with chocolate and coffee followed by a very pronounced hop finish . this is a very robust porter probably my favorite for the style and indeed one of my favorite beers of any style . another winner from great lakes .,aroma,0.6,1
received via trade with brimaster . a pours a slightly cloudy light brown no head to speak of appears rather lifeless in the glass s nose features healthy dose of roasted malts mild caramel notes no hops t taste is nothing like the nose promised very thin and watery up front muted ashy malts bad balance not quite as enjoyable as i had hoped mf very light body mild carbonation o the nose is quite nice with this brew but that s where it ends . the taste just does n t add up very bland .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a bottle into a pint glass . received this as an extra in a recent trade and was really excited to try it as i ve enjoyed some of my previous new glarus offerings . the poured with zero head . usually i pour stouts slowly down the side of a tilted glass so i do n t have an excessive head . however when it started off without any semblance of one i poured it largely into an upright glass . no head . this is not opaque . light does permeate through the body of this beer . the nose is straight up cherry . almost too much cherry . the taste was the start of the real let down . this is sooo tart without anything else typical of a stout being present . i just do n t get this beer . the mouthfeel is borderline terrible . it s very thin unlike what i ve come to expect and enjoy in a stout . i could have finished this beer but really had no desire to whatsoever .,aroma,0.8,1
st arnou pilsner . served in a nice glass at the st arnou brewhouse on little collins st in melbourne au . pilsner pours with abundant white hear that lasts quite a while . beers a crystal golden straw color . fine lacing remains on all but the top of the glass when youre halfway through . not much smell quite light on the hops but still has a nice floral character . taste is a well balanced between malt and hops a smooth drinking pilsner superior in my opinion to bohemian pilsner . not a whole lot of taste . certainly not the saaz hop bite that you get with some pilsner beers but a very drinkable and yummy brew mouthfeel is fantastic . great carbonation and agreeable taste help make it very drinkable . theres not a whole lot wrong with this beer . smooth tasting drinkable . its not pushing any boundries and trying to be something its not but is a nice mellow pilsner great for a sunny day . appearance . smell . taste . mouthfeel . drinkability .,aroma,0.6,1
a brown bottle pours crystal clear pale orange yellow with effervescent carbonation and a thin white head that leaves the odd bit of lace . s initial unpleasant vaguely sour aroma . fades into a spicy peppery stereotypical noble hop aroma . that first noseful though not great . t light with some grainy background and a subtle peppery noble hop quality . the flavors are distinct but well balanced . m smooth and moderately carbonated it may go down a little too quickly . d very good overall . everything is in balance not unlike a macro lager but without any minor offensive flavors .,aroma,0.4,0
it s starting to get cold and dark in london again no time like the present to start drinking the kind of strong rich stouts that made me fall in love with beer in the first place . akevitt porter has a thick dark chocolate black body with a very shy milk chocolatey head of small but volatile bubbles . rich with oak and dark malts the aroma is a mine of chocolate malted milk coffee molasses figs vanilla walnuts caramel spiced with plenty of caraway anise tobacco and floral hops . increasingly smoky as it warms and very interesting the akavit is not subtle but well incorporated with the base malt aromas . tangy and earthy on the palate with a crisp caraway entrance and a long luscious chocolate finish . juicy and rich yet sharp and bitter this one balances coffee citrus licorice oak and red wine and yet it is n t quite as complex as the nose led me to believe . even so it s tremendously mouthwatering and a wonderful nightcap for a cold late summer evening . possibly an excellent match for game assuredly for chocolate and blue cheese .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance creamy froth deep dark brown nearly ebony color smell deep dark roasted coffee and subtle dark chocolate and some nice cinnamon spice aroma taste a heavy dose of black coffee zero alcohol burn lacked power though you have to like coffee to liek this beer . which i do . mouthfeel light bodied for a stout drinkability a solid stout and interesting pumpkin pie aspect,aroma,0.9,1
a beautiful rich amber with a dense creamy head . nice lacing and a little island of foam hangs out to say hi every time you take a sip . s a little faint but my allergies are clogging my nose a bit so it s probably better than i can tell . some floral some hoppy spiciness . t kick in the face . and it hurts so good . i m just getting into hoppy beers and with its fresh hoppy goodness this beer is delicious . first i get the fresh pine and resin notes very bright and spicy with floral overtones throughout . the more i drink the more sweet malt i pick up . but it does have a pretty strong bitter layer that begins about mid taste and stays long after the swallow . i do n t like bitterness and its the only fault i have with this beer but since it is a tribute to hops its really not a fault at all . overall this beer is a glorious celebration of hops and all the many nuanced flavors they produce .,aroma,0.6,1
had to try as i was curious why their only wheat was a raspberry wheat poured as expected minimal haze with a red color . weak head for a wheat . smell . kind of like old raspberry s . taste . ouch . kind of nasty to be honest . just doesnt work for me . a touch of clovey wheat with an odd tart berry not really raspberry . very underwhelming and not much to enjoy . tastes like artificial rasberry flavoring to me . please just brew a normal wheat beer .,aroma,0.3,0
aquired through a trade with xpimptasticx thanks wanted to try for a while a well it looks harmless it looks like a regular dipa except it had hardly any head and no lacing but . that s where the similarities stopped s incredible smell blood orange booze hops on performance enhancing drugs and a faint mango in there t sweet booze like a orange hop liqueur or triple sec . still was tasting it the next day m syrupy and powerful d i believe i would like it more with some age will get more and try that . overall just a tad too extreme for me,aroma,0.9,1
bottle from poured into my orval chalice . a . pours an orange tinged brown with a thin head on a hard pour . s. smells of bread caramel figs and other dark candied fruits . t. very sweet almost like fruit cake with lots of brown sugar and brown bread . quite delicious but not quite as good as the nose led me to believe . m. thin with a good level of carbonation d. i was a bit disappointed with the taste after the incredible smell but the mouthfeel is really what let me down here . something this beautiful should be thick and luscious . even so this is a real treat and i ll enjoy the others that i have stocked away .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled at the abf . pours as a nice cash conditioned stout with a dark brown body that is just on the limits of transparency with a thick foamy head . smell is exactly what you d expect with a strong earthy espressor aroma and some chocolate notes with a bit of sweet maltiness in there . flavor is overwhelmingly espresso with very little malt coming through . it s not bad but i d think this would be more enjoyable if it was a bit more balanced the coffee should add to the beer and not just overwhelm it . it also is a bit thin on the mouthfeel and a bit tannic . drinkable but i think this beer is a bit short of its potential .,aroma,0.9,1
oz can poured into a pilsner glass . nov. if a julian date on the bottom no info . a one of the better looking american adjunct lagers out there in fact one of the better looking brews period . sure it s crystal clear and pale straw yellow but the dense two finger white head cakes the glass in beautiful thick lace . s grainy straw and a boat load of sweet corn in the nose . while this is n t really offensive in the least big flats does n t offer much in the way of aroma . t heavily grainy pale malt seems ber cheap as does the corn adjunct flavor and husky straw finish but really this might be one of the better tasting beers of it s style which is how i m judging it . m the lingering sweetness distracts a bit but this lager is smooth and soft with a heavily carbonated but not intrusive crisp light finish . d i wo n t lie i m going to dump this beer . i have no interest in consuming it but in reality not only is it not offensive it s also highly drinkable . it s a shade better than the bmcs out there and definitely good for the price . for cans . sure in a pinch this will work .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle poured into a standard pint glass . a reddish amber color clear no head retention or lacing s although you get the belgian yeast banana and spicy notes in the background you can notice the subtle blueberry aroma of real blueberries not some extract . also notice a little alcohol in the aroma . t the higher alcohol comes through initially then the banana and clove flavor follows . the blueberry flavor is there but in the background and toned down which mutes the banana clove notes typically found in a hefe type of beer . alcohol warmth is there in a big way to finish to go with the sweet finish . mf medium bodied high carbonation kind of a syrupy finish . drinkability this beer is ok. it is all of kind of like a hefeweizen with blueberries . ca n t say i would buy it again over other sweetwater brews .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased a single bottle as part of a holiday mixed pack . appearance poured into a pint glass a dark brown . my pour produces a rather thin inch light brown head . as i look at the beer i do a double take . i pick up my glass for a closer examination . what the hell . there are some tiny whitish floaty things in my beer . i keep my glassware clean handwashing them i know there was nothing in there when i poured my beer . there was something in the beer . smell cocoa as expected along with some good roasted malt . smells like a promising porter . i want to take a drink but those dang floaties in there . taste i let the beer sit for at least minutes before taking a sip to let the floaties settle down a bit . i m still a little nervous about drinking this though . slowly sipping i get a taste of roasted malt a bit of chocolate . the bottle mentioned honey i get nothing of that . mouthfeel smooth in body i guess the beer is at least medium bodied . low carbonation with a dry finish . halfway through i dump it . drinkability i can not will not finish the beer . it s the floaties i ca n t drink it . i had to put up this review thoough just so others may know that there is some at least one bad bottles out there . if i get another mixed pack i may add another bottle but burned once .,aroma,0.8,1
undecipherable date code poured into a sam adams perfect pint . surprisingly clear brilliantly burnt brown colored with a light tan colored huge dense head that dissipated with soda like fizzing into a rather modest one and surprisingly did n t leave any lacing . at first i thought that this was going to be a great looking beer but as it turned out not quite . aroma is simply put magnificent very sweet with dark caramely sweetness and fruity banana sweetness . it does remind of a doppelbock and a hefeweizen at the same time and has all the toasty caramel notes with the banana clove tart hints . brilliant . although not as strong as aroma the taste is equally complex dominated by banana caramel flavor with slightly tannic and slightly bitter finish . very good until the finish that is excruciatingly sweet and cloying making it hard to take another sip . some alcohol helps but still the overly sweet aftertaste kills almost all the pleasure derived from drinking this one . thin body but still somehow manages to stay around on the palate as if i drank lme . i do n t get it . if you chugged it you wo n t know but as it is very tough to drink .,aroma,0.9,1
one of my favortite beers even though i have n t had it in a while since leaving the east coast . the original yuengling lagar which is good brought me to this beer and i was very impressed . it has a very rich flavor and a good look and texture . i really wish yuengling would go national .,aroma,0.6,1
very pale clear yellow . fine bright white head settles quickly to a thin incomplete cap . nose is wonderful leafy green sappy noble hop over slightly sweet biscuity malt . slight undernotes of iron and sulphur . wonderful pilsner nose . medium weight in the mouth with a good balance of hop flavor hop bitterness and malt to the finish where the hop bitterness really comes to the fore . i love a bitter finish but this is a bit rough and just slightly harsh . nice soft mouthfeel lets the malt do its best to balance the hops . quite drinkable and refreshingly bitter .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle poured into a pint glass a pours a very dark brown almost but not quite black with fingers width of mocha head that is dense but dissipates quickly down to a thin film . leaves no appreciable lacing . s lots of sweet dark fruits on the nose particularly fig and plum . t interesting flavor profile . at first i really liked the flavors . there was a lot of dark fruit sweetness fig up front with chocolate flavors followed by a roasted malt character and some hop bitterness on the back end . i thought it was quite complex and well balanced at the beginning . however as i continued to drink it really took a turn for the worse . the sweetness completely dominated and there was something about it that i found particularly unappealing to the point that i almost didnt finish it which i dont think has ever happened to be during a beer tasting . i did finish it but it left me feeling slightly nauseous . the only reason im not giving it a lower grade than i am is because it did start off quite nice it just finished so poorly . m d smooth pretty heavily carbonated with a medium to heavy body . it does a good job of masking the abv but the massive sweet malt character makes the drinkability quite low . i would not even consider having more than . o overall this certainly isnt my favorite style and i do tend to favor the ale styles over the lagers in general . that being said though i have found a couple doppelbocks to be pretty damn good much better than this one . particularly ive found ayinger celebrator to be excellent and since i had heard this one being compared to celebrator i was excited to try it . needless to say it definitely let me down . i will not try this one again and will probably completely avoid the style for a while .,aroma,0.8,1
a lots of head coming out of the bottle . took a while for the head to settle . also dark blackish colour to the beer with some red mixed in . s good combination of hops and malts neither one tried to overpower the senses . t good initial start to tasting the beer . could taste the cocoa and the hops . however the beer flattened towards the middle and end portions of the pint . it was almost like my palate got used to the beer a bit too quickly . m a bit too light for my stout enjoyment . i could practically sip this stout through a straw if i had to . d given by a friend i would n t necessarily seek this beer out whilst out and about . a disappointment to say the least .,aroma,0.8,1
fresh oz can poured into a nb globe . down to my last g knight so i felt the need to review this beauty and hopefully it wo n t be long before i can get more . imperial red as indicated on the can or imperial ipa either way this beer is absolutely delicious . pours a gorgeous reddish brown amber color with a inch creamy light brown tinted head . shows good retention and after several minutes settles to a nice small layer of cream that leaves pretty good lacing small bubbles . i ll never forget the first time i popped one of these open the smell was amazing i could drink it straight from the can . pure sweetness in the nose a bit of resiny hops caramel cake so sweet you can taste it . taste goes with the nose and can border on too sweet but not for me . juicy hops a sweetness that perfectly balances the bitterness which is also quite enjoyable and leaves a nice lingering bitterness in the back of the palate . creamy mouthfeel medium carbonation . it s kind of hard to judge . sticky icky in the best of ways . overall i love this beer and while it does n t really fit the dipa status given here it is still a wonderful canned offering that i will definitely be seeking out in the near future .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle into a mug . the label reads abv . no dating on this or any other bottles but there was n t any dust and the label looks fresh so fingers crosses . appearance an orange amber body with limited head that quickly recedes . the apparent carbonation is limited . there is no lacing a little yeast particulates . no date smell a bitterness and sourness emerge every time . not only from this bottle but the others as well . it consistently smells like stale hops and some blue cheese coming out on one bottle . there is a lot of caramel sweetness around . taste a sweet slightly buttery brew that has a hefty caramel malt bit and a bitterness that s akin to stale breakfast cereal on one . mouthfeel booze and hot yes at i find it hard to believe . the brew is also thick as stew . drinkability see above one of the worst even after trying different bottles on other people s dime . steer clear . you have been warned,aroma,0.2,0
transparent orange color brew pretty standard . thick white head with good retention and large patches of creamy lacing . nose is bold and inviting . i know this is going to be a hoppy treat for the palate . taste starts out with a good dose of citrusy hops lots of lemon and grapefruit flavor . the malt provides a biscuity backbone which balances the flavor well . however the finish is a little off overly dry and quite soapy . medium bodied ale with some mellow bubbles . the bitter soapy aftertaste makes it a struggle to take another swig . overall though a descent ipa with a good flavor up to the finish but there are plenty of better examples of the style to be enjoyed .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark copper in color with an off white head and extensive lacing . s aroma is reserved with hints of dried fruit and spice . t dried fruit bananas cloves and ginger are well balanced . m thin body with a ton of prickly carbonation . d a delicious brew in celebration of the holiday season . worth checking out if it is available to you .,aroma,0.6,1
picked this up at a great beer store tops liquor while at a conference in phoenix . very fizzy clear amber pour with a huge head and nice lacing . lots of pine in a very unique nose with just a touch of citrus and caramel . the taste is very bitter and kind of boring with little balance . a bit bready with hints of tea grass and lots of pine . no sign of malty sweetness here at all . kept waiting for it but it never came . i typically like a dry finish but this was overkill . also kills the drinkability . i ve never seen a beer foam so much when poured so maybe i got a bad bottle . i m a fan of full sail but this was very disappointing .,aroma,0.8,1
found this on tap at the mt . shasta resort . pours a slightly hazy bright gold color with a firm but small head . aromas are faint a bit of spice and floral smells . but not much on the nose . flavor is full with a very creamy character . some spices yeast flavor a touch of green fruits and a nice clean floral hop bite on the finish . mouthfeel is nice on this one . supple smooth and clean . very full and thick in the mouth . drinkability is pretty good . not a really an easy beer to knock back it s a bit stiff on the abv . but it s quite tasty and worth a try .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark golden straw colored . the head is average at best . good lacing . s caramel lemon sweetness with toasty hints . t strong toasted malt sweetness and a background of grapefruity hops . the taste gives a lemon impression throughout with a mild hop aftertaste . the hops do not take away from the toasted profile of the malt and they balance nicely . dry aftertaste . m a bit too dextrinous for my tastes . a bit fizzy as well . d the balanced character and fruity lemon flavor in this beer make it something that i would reach for again . a good beer with good character .,aroma,0.9,1
a great summer ale . not too strong or overbearing . color is a hazy golden orange . taste is citrusy . all in all this is not a complex beer or anything really special . however it s one of my favorite beers when i m looking to kick back and relax on a hot summer s day .,aroma,0.6,1
as the name says it is a non pasteurised version of luksus beer just aug noticed it in the shop must be quite new beer . colour is unexpectedly very clear pale golden . head is quite thick and does not disappear too fast lacing good as well . aroma is very strong and pleasant grainy malt with noble hops it certainly is much better than of the pasteurised classic version . score goes down with the first sip sharp and almost unpleasant soury bitterness at first with semi sweet grain . sometimes it felt there was some soap involved as well . on the other hand aftertaste is bittery mild and very pleasant . mouthfeel is light medium . no idea about this one smell and apperance are great but when it comes down to taste it is rather disappointing . i will need to try a few more .,aroma,0.8,1
black with a coffee with cream colored head . smells roasty and a bit acidic which carries over into the taste . the usual smooth and easy drinking nuttiness of a good os is missing . instead it s somewhat overly bitter acrid and just plain rough . maybe too aggressively hopped for the style . resembles more of a low abv ris than an oatmeal stout . found myself wincing a bit with each mouthful and looking forward to the bottom of the glass . would n t go back to this one .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into standard tap pint glass.very agressive pour . very clear orange body with a nice thick white head and some lacing on the top of my glass.head falls to a patch of white . some hoppy smell . bittering hops are the firsat taste then leads some malt.i taste some piney hops in here . mouthful is thin and the carbonation is a bit harsh but not bad . this is a ipa for lightweights it would be great for a person first getting into craft beer and ipa s.this is a mediocre beer from a great brewery.this beer needs some serious hops .,aroma,0.4,0
half pint for at the whip in in south austin . i have n t heard of anywhere else having it . spicy chocolate and vanilla earthy . tequila and oak presence is nice . reminiscent of a lagered baltic porter mixed with a not so big barrel aged porter or stout . silky mouthfeel lowly carbonated . not too heavy esp . for . . i was intrigued by the big black lager aspect but moreso the tequila oak aged aspect . the aroma is definitely its most impressive aspect . for a lager i d like crisper and more highly carbonated . given the tequila oak aging i d prefer something more robust and chocolately or earthy . that being said it s an ambitious beer that s worth ordering . from their website tex mex imperial black lager schwarzbier republic tequila barrel aged this schwarzbier has been imperialized alcohol content increased and then left to age in tequila barrels used jack daniels barrels which are then used by republic tequila to age there tequila to repasado or anejo styles . aging this unique beer in tequila barrels adds subtle flavors of vanilla and oak while the tequila adds a mild citrus agave sweetness . at . alcohol by volume senor viejo is our strongest most seasoned beer . about the name senor viejo meaning very old man or the old one or veteran . schwarzbier or black beer is a german dark lager beer . it has an opaque black color and a full chocolaty or coffee flavor . although they share some similar flavors they are milder tasting and less bitter than british stouts or porters owing to the use of mexican lager rather than ale yeast and no roasted barley . abv . og plato ibu srm,aroma,0.9,1
a quite a bit more head than i was expecting for a stout but lasted as a residue through the entire glass . also a little lighter looking that i expect for most stouts . s earthy stout and coffee t very roasted flavor like a wonderful fresh ground and brewed coffee that lasts for a long time perfect if you love strong coffee black or espresso m like the appearance surprisingly light for a stout but you start to see where the cappuccino in the name comes from with the dark roasted coffee flavor and an almost creaminess in the mouth . d very easy to drink like i said before if you love strong coffee or espresso . if it was n t a limited release i would get it quite often especially considering how affordable it is in my area .,aroma,0.6,1
a beautiful clear transparent orange gold with a fluffy pure white head and nice lacing . the lack of the perfect for appearance is that it originally appears in a green bottle . s nice bocky sweet malt aroma . t suprisingly well hopped with a pleasant malty sweet base . dry bitter finish . nice caramel and floral honey flavors . m very mild carbonation and voluptous body . d very nice . i wish i could find this on tap .,aroma,0.6,1
served at tyler s tap room in apex nc whao . this arrived at the table in a standard pint glass boasting a modest head . the head quickly dissipated to a ring . no lacing to speak of . and then the sniff it was like straight up coffee . the first pull was interesting . i took a nice long pull and let it wash around for a second . again whoa . this is the first time i have experienced a coffee beer that seemed to me to be more coffee than beer . it was just short of carbonated espresso . if you let it settle out on your tongue you can pull out some lighter hits of malt in there but this one is definitely about the coffee . one thing that i found slightly distracting was a slickness in the mouthfeel . i do n t know where it came from but it was clearly present . not necessarily a bad thing but it seemed a little out of place somehow . if you like coffee this one is for you . it was a bit much for me but my wife had one too and she absolutely raved about it . extreme brewing . i do n t know but this one is a coffee lover s dream .,aroma,0.9,1
castlebay irish pub in annapolis makes only one beer but whatta winner . soft creamy headed with a cascading tan head it s milky textured and silken on the tongue . a delicate chocolate crystal malting caresses pecan fig toasted almond notes . metallic twinge and bitter hop bite may put off some but there s no denying its irish stylistic consistency .,aroma,0.7,1
i have not had this in a while and got this in a pint oz bottle from local liquor store poured into a cold beer mug . appearance pours golden yellow with a quickly dissipating soapy head . smell death and slight maltiness very similar to o. e. taste sweet and malty upfront . sour and a barely noticeable bitter hoppness at the finish mouth feel carbonation is what saves this brew and makes it palatable . overall a decent chugging beer and good for a buzz . get it in a can to avoid skunkiness .,aroma,0.3,0
oz poured into pint glass a pours a dark brown red colour with a big . fingers of head that laces really well . s couldnt smell much probably my fault . what i got was a malty caramel like aroma . thats it for me t m very sweet . very very sweet . malty sweetness up front that has almost a tartness to it . cascades into a gentle caramel finish that leaves dry . heavy body to my knowledge and also creamy . this one was an absolute pleasure to enjoy o as i said a pleasure to have and if the price was a wee lower could totally buy this almost often,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a clear golden yellow with a small fizzy off white head . s honestly smell like vomit . maybe some passion fruit and maybe some wheat but it s bad and smell liked some puked up a beer . t taste follows the smell . watered down wheaty flavor with a sour passion fruit hint . there s a funky aspect to it that s just gross . m light body medium carbonation watery texture . o bought a six pack of this and between people we hated it . ended up pouring the whole pack down the drain . not drinkable in the least bit and would n t drink it if it was free .,aroma,0.2,0
the most common beer from poland available in the states has some aspects that make it a very drinkable beer . poured into a pilsner glass the beer was a pale yellow with a half inch head . there was a mild earthy aroma that lends nothing to the beer . the taste is surprising . a sweet fruity flavor with hints of banana and sweet bread is present . this yields to a sour fruit aftertaste that stays in the mouth well after the swallow . the beer is quite flat lacking any distinct carbonation . however it goes down quite smooth with a slightly higher abv than most macros .,aroma,0.4,0
i was looking forward to this beer and was very disapointed in it . i had a large bottle of this beer and was not pleased . i thought i would enjoy this beer with turkey stew but am glad i did not drink this with it . instead i drank it over a disappointing loss by the longhorns vs. the aggies i shared this with about other people and we all came to the same conclusion . this beer tastes like someone poured a beer into a bottle of red wine mind you they are all wine drinkers except me .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle . pours a clear dark amber color with off white head . decent carbonation . aroma has some caramel syrup and corn . taste is sweet like caramel with a bit of a metallic note and some light bittering hops on the end . medium bodied with a creamy texture . finish is slightly bitter . the caramel sweetness makes this one work for me although the metallic aspect loses it some points . really not a bad beer and very easy to drink . tastes much better than it smells . yeah i would drink it again .,aroma,0.4,0
aroma dark fruits with a caramel and sweet malts . appearance dark red amber with no carbonation . taste dark fruits and alcohol but not too much . extremely similar to nostradamus which i gave a a but less refined and subtle . notes needs more carbonation,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . you really need a taste for fruity beer to enjoy this one from clipper city . pours an amber color with little to no head . i was expecting more of a red pink color abita s purple haze for example . the sweet smell is overpowering of raspberries . it tastes as expected very sweet and fruity with the typical wheat aftertaste . this is the beverage of choice for my fiance who typically drinks other fruity wheat beers . if you like the whole sweet and fruit thing you ll enjoy it . it s a little too sweet for me . it s nice once in awhile .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a pale straw colour with decent snowy head quite sparse though with big bubbles good retention . bead is virtually non existent and lacing is decent but does n t stick to the glass . looks fairly decent . nose is absolutely revolting . sickly sweet with the mega diacetyl tron rampaging through it . huge corn syrup stench just sugary and syrupy . if i m to be generous i d imagine a brief and very slight grassy character but really it s all treacle and molasses and sunshine . in a really sickening way . a pig of a smell . smelling like a pig would be better . taste is not very nice either . pretty watery on the front with mild buttery notes and then mid to back altogether is a cloying sticky mess . not so sweet but large chunks of adjunct flavour and a doughy biscuity malt character . hops are very mild and herbal with a very slight woody character and a bit of sap in there . fizzy carbonation on the front also sours it up unpleasantly while mouthfeel as a whole is undesirably sticky . not good not drinkable .,aroma,0.2,0
got ta go against the grain on this one . i fail to see the excitement in the ephemere s although as a rule i enjoy unibroue s work . big head on pouring that settles out to a thin ring . golden orange with a somehow bluish cast or maybe that s just my imagination . smells deliciously of currants but does n t deliver tastewise . just too thin bitter and metallic . interesting but does n t thrill me in anyway . i ll stick with some of the other u beers .,aroma,0.8,1
purchased a growler yesterday afternoon and shared last night with a couple of friends . review written from notes . my first of the style . poured into weizen glass . inches of solid head . color is a murky light brown . hazy . smell is strong out of the growler but weaker from the beer in my glass and gets weaker as time passes . i get banana clove citrus and sugary malt with some yeasty earthy smells as well . taste is extension of the aroma but better and of course stronger . mouth feel is smooth with slightly above medium body . despite the good body to this beer it does n t seem to take up much stomach space . i ate alot while drinking probably about oz . the taste is delicious but possibly easy to over power with food . for piece this is a win . and for the style i m going to have to try more of these but i think i m a fan .,aroma,0.6,1
a i gave this a fairly hard pour into my glass and i have to say that i m impressed with the thick white head that came with it . it s about inches thick and reasonably fizzy but settles to a foamy thick layer covering the brew . the color is of pale straw and there s lots of carbonation . lots of big bubbled columns and lots of bubbles clinging to the glass . decent sticky lacing that clings to the glass as well . one of the best adjunct style lagers in terms of looks that i ve seen . s has a typical macro lager aroma . .that of skunked dry grains followed by some sweet malt . there is some yeasty tones mixed in there as well and very little in terms of hops . t an overall mild flavor with primary tones of dry grains sweet malt and grass . the finish is slightly bitter but it does n t last . it is relatively clean . m it is a typically light bodied heavily carbonated beer which provides a biz zing on the palate . it is crisp and refeshing and is pretty much what i thought it would be in this category . d this is n t the worst beer out there just nothing special . with that said i think this is a great hot weather beer and is easy enough to drink . i think it s a pretty typical lager that most people would enjoy . it has better flavor than most american macros and i think i ll probably buy this again at some point .,aroma,0.4,0
this is my first review . i have been reading ba for years now and it s finally time to step into the ring . my first review will be on the first beer i had as a young n miller high life . i will be reviewing it for the style not my overall opinion of the beer . this beer is a mass produced american lager and that s what i m considering it when reviewing it . poured from ounce bottle into my university of wisconsin stevens point pint glass . appearance poured hard into the glass in an attempt to create a fat head and that is exactly what i get . the head is thick and lasts a minute or two before dissipating . a nice head for a macro . this beer is extremely carbonated it bubbles like a soda . smell reminds me of a corny smell with a little bit of a urine scent. but not necessarily in a bad way . overall the scent is pretty subtle . taste very plain . i would n t say bland but this beer is definitely not complex or sophisticated . tastes like corn and malts very smooth . easy to drink without leaving me unsatisfied . for a beer of this style it is far more flavorful than most . much better than most of its big brew competitors . mouthfeel extremely carbonated . leaves a great aftertaste and is very bubbly and smooth . once again very easy to drink . drinkability very high . much more distinctive taste and mouthfeel than something like bud or coors . not extremely distinctive but for its price it s definitely worthy of its title as the champagne . i often find myself buying packs of bottles when i m in a pinch for cash . i would have another and another and maybe another . overall this is great for it s style . not my favorite beer but then again no beer is . this macro lager beats out most of the rest and is the king of blue collared standards . definitely surpasses pbr hamms blatz and schlitz although schlitz has a very different taste and feel . it leaps over most of the other aforementioned macro lagers . i also have to note that it is considerably better out of the bottle than the can .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a slightly murky copper with a smallish tan head . smells like brown sugar and caramel with a hint of wood . taste is very light but muddy . you get a little caramel malt a little breadiness and a bit of hop on the finish . definitely underwhelming considering how malty the nose smelled . medium mouthfeel with a very fine but thick carbonation . overall nothing offends here but its hard to see this one becoming a staple of many . its more british pale than american but i can see it converting some bmc drinkers so its not all bad news .,aroma,0.8,1
a saison of a different color review of saison de noel from the yellowhammer brewery of huntsville al ill be the first to admit the title for this review is intended to be an ironic clich . my apologies to my fellow beer snobs who realize this is as reckless as unregulated beer vat on a hot summer day . originally brewed by french speaking belgian farmers saisons historically made use of wild yeast strains which inevitably changed both the final flavor and color of every beer produced . so to say that this saison is of a different color is as comically erroneous as a presidential candidates press conference . but for this particular brew the irony was entirely warranted because this is no normal saison . pitch black in color it resembles a strong stout more than a true saison . with a pleasant maltiness you would swear it was a stout . and with an abv that rivals some rieslings you would think you were drinking a barley wine . in spite of the unconventional qualities of this brew i give it my full endorsement . it is by far the best christmas ale i have encountered this season with a sweet bite and a balanced spiciness that leaves you wanting the festivities to continue well into . origin yellowhammer brewery of huntsville alabama style belgian saison abv . appearance pitch black with a slight twinge of deep mahogany around the edges . though for a saison it seems remarkably clear with very little sediment . aroma surprisingly this beer does not boast a very strong bouquet . when you do catch a fleeting whiff of its musk your nostrils will detect very ripe fruit with raisins and a touch of honey . taste the taste though enjoyable and complex can be summarized as a yeasty belgian dubbel . rich roasted maltiness meets a complex array of spicy yeast . the taste profile concludes with a slight vegetal presence and crisp hopiness . mouthfeel surprisingly this beer opens with a pleasant crispness . the body was weaker than i would have preferred but substantially better than say blue moon . unfortunately the only drawback to this entire beer is its prolonged lingering aftertaste which is not entirely unlike eating an acerbic persimmon . tasting note this beer needs air . i have tried it on two separate occasions once at its world wide debut and again several days later . i can only say that some oxidation seems to help concentrate the flavors and accentuate the balance of sweet against spicy . eat good food . drink good beer . and above all stay classy .,aroma,0.4,0
serving glass poured from bottle into chalice . appearance cloudy dull orange that turns fiery in the light . massive foamy head with loads of lacing . smell dry musty and earthy with clove banana and black pepper . taste strange upfront sweetness with caramel raisins and banana . the finish is a little peppery and spicy but also has a massive metallic flavor . so it goes from a sickly sweetness to licking a penny . not good . feel moderate carbonation medium body with a very chalky finish . overall first of all this is not a belgian ipa . but why do i care because i will never drink this again . i may try again in case i had a bad bottle but there is no reason that it should have been bad .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours out of the bottle a sort of disturbing yellow color . i have to remind myself peaches because my first instinctive thought is something much less appealing . inch head with a slight yellow tinge fairly large loose bubbles recedes in a couple minutes to a light dusting of foam . s on the initial pour the peach aromas are quite up front . underlying that is a nice classic tripel aroma of fruity yeasty esters . t weird sort of a mess . tripel base is there but it s dryer and thinner than typical for the style . it s a little sour and funky . description on the bottle does n t mention brett but i m having a hard time believing there is n t some there whether intentional or not . then there s some vegetable and overripe fruit . mild bitterness in the finish m dryer than i think this should be . medium carbonation . o i d heard a lot of enthusiasm about this brewery and this beer but it s not really doing it for me . smells nice but i ca n t figure out what they wanted it to taste like and there s too much of what seems like off tastes in my opinion . addendum this beer hits an ideal temperature eventually where the peaches come out enough to cover up the other shortcomings . if you re going to drink it let it warm up a fair bit . that said i d still say skip it .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a cloudy dark brown that barely lets any light through fat finger width head sticky lacing s floral winter spices nutmeg rosemary sweet flowers t wheaty slightly funky tartness tastes of flowers with a small hint of rosemary not much honey little bit of raisins finishes with a sharp boozy bitterness . m medium light viscosity medium carbonation tingly on the tongue decent helping of booziness o i do n t know what it is but this beer just had a really weird nasty flavor to it that lingered after each sip . it was sort of a nasty steel reserve mickey s kind of boozy chemically flavor and it became more evident the more i drank . do n t think i ll ever buy this again especially at the exorbitant price of . for a ml bottle,aroma,0.9,1
this widely available ale saved me from the tyranny of the irish dry stouts when i toured ireland a few years ago . i was familiar with the bottled version available at home but not particularly impressed by it . on draft smithwick s was a whole different story . this beer arrives to the table a dark amber hue perfectly clear with minimal soapy white head . it smells slightly of grainy malt and not much else . the taste has a little bit of floral hops and slightly sweet grain malt . the body has got some decent weight the carbonation is very low helping this to be a very smooth pub draft and it finishes off dry . this is a stellar session ale one i will continue to enjoy when in uk irish theme pub land . it s also amusing confounding asking for this at said locations in the manner in which the irish pronounce it and getting blank stares .,aroma,0.6,1
i was very excited to get to open this one up tonight . i m a huge fan of stone as well as hop centered beers . pours a pitch black color with a thick dark head . very creamy and left some great lacing down the sides of the glass . taste is very hop centered which i love and it balances pretty well with the malt profile of this beer . the malt side of things has a very guinness taste but with pumped up hops . the . abv can be a bit overpowering but if thats not your thing . pick a different beer . overall its great and i m going to buy more as soon as i sober up a little .,aroma,0.7,1
this stuff is great in small quantities . it gives you that real flavor of the holidays very enjoyable . the look is a deep amber with golden hints . the small is overpoweringly like pumpkin pie with all the spices in fact the spices overpower the pumpkin smell . this is similar with the taste the spice dominates giving a rich full flavor to the beer . i do like it in small doses especially as it is a seasonal ale .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a ml corked bottle into a leffe chalice i do n t have a stirrup glass . a very dark orange medium amber with very active carbonation . quite bright and clear . the head developed quickly into a nice inch cap and slowly melted into a solid quarter inch over the surface . decent laceing but nothing extraordinary . s strong toffee and light sugar notes with a hint of spice . the aroma is immediate and quite pronounced without being in any way off balance . absolutely outstanding . t the flavor rushes in with a delightful toffee caramel character which gives way to a somewhat minerally and out of place citrus like finish . there are notes of honey and vanilla in the middle . the citrus notes on the finish are unfortunately a bit distracting and after the world class nose one feels a bit deceived . m medium bodied slight coating sensation but lifted by the carbonation . d above average drinkability but lacks the deceptive quaffability of the best tripels . overall this is a very good beer well worthy of its reputation which i certainly enjoy drinking . however poured from tap into a stirrup glass at a bar that knows how to handle belgian ales properly it is at its best the bottled version seems slightly harsher and less refined .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle . this one was bottled on october th and allowed to warm a little bit before being poured into my duvel tulip . king henry pours surprisingly dark . it s almost stout black with very sparse mahogany highlights . maybe two fingers of foam the color of light coffee rise up and then fall right back down . the nose hits every mark for a bourbon barrel aged english barleywine and does so nicely . toffee vanilla and burnt sugar are the primary aromas with bourbon and oak providing subtle complexities in the background . the flavor sees those secondary notes come a bit too far in the foreground . woody oak and boozy bourbon are fairly in your face while caramel and vanilla are stuck playing second fiddle . ideally those roles would be reversed . the body is full and creamy but the carbonation is a bit too subdued even for a malt forward style . the result is a carbonation that crosses the line at times into syrupy . king henry s a solid beer but given how well goose island s barrel aged beers usually come out i m just a little bit disappointed .,aroma,0.9,1
i pondered a bit before rating this . here s my final thoughts and caveat . if you are looking for a fruit beer a sweet and lush apricot brew then this beer is definately not for you . try a pyramid apricot . if you are looking for an extreme ipa then this one will seem uninteresting and rather average . taken sui generis the dogfish aprihops is an amazing statement in balance complexity and elegance . it is a classic ipa with subtlety . pours a rich apricot amber gold and deep orange in reflection with light off white lacings and a foamy ring along the glass . appealing ipa flavor lightly toasted malt slight caramel taffee flavor bright orange peel hints a touch of cinnamon . mid palate begins a beautiful explosion of piny hops influence of ipa class bitterness . finishes with a finessed flavor of apricots somewhere between just picked and dried . and the aftertaste is a combo of fine grained herbal hops bitterness and mellow apricots very long lasting finish . fulsome and chewy in the mouth with an adequate carbonation . very tight and ungiving in the nose with a run of the mill aroma . i wish i had more . prost .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a nice reddish brown with a fluffy head . leaves good lace . smell is where it breaks down . took forever to find any smell at all and then only some malt and light hops . even after drinking the glass i could n t get more than that . taste was decent with hops a fruity malt taste and a little winey character to it . mouthfeel was smooth with light carbonation a medium body and a light finish . drinkability drinks easily but not much aftertaste or flavor or smell . this brew looks good but does n t really deliver on its promise .,aroma,0.4,0
it s what you would expect of a ris but i was not as impressed as so many others who have rated this stout . it is a good stout and does taste good but i would prefer drinking a stone ris instead . in all fairness this might age well and taste better next year .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance pours a cloudy yellowish orange color with a spotty surface head . no lacing develops . just does n t look good . smell quite a nice aroma with some banana and cloves . taste this beer is mildly malty with the typical clove banana and mild citric bitterness . not as refreshing as other hefes on the market . mouthfeel this beer was slightly crisp but leaning towards smooth at the start and finish . relatively clean finish . drinkability just a bit above average . this beer is not as crisp and refreshing as i would like .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a light copper with a great head and excellent retention . sticks well to the glass . aroma is very pleasant . sweet . grassy and floral . caramel and even maple and pine . taste is good . nothing flashy or over the top . hoppy and pleasant . fairly balanced but thin . tastes of apples and is tannic . oh yeah . overall a decent brew . do n t know if i d crack another one .,aroma,0.9,1
just wanted to see what all the fuss was about finally saw this locally . reddish brown on pouring hollow off white head of about inches that sticks around quite awhile . smell is pine honey w a whiff of . cinnamon . drinks more mellow than i expected with what comes from the scent joined by some nutty toasted notes . kinda comes off to me like a cross between an ipa and a strong red ale . starts off thin at first but seems to thicken up as it warms a bit . for something that practically screams on the bottle this probably is n t for you . . it sure comes off ridiculously sessionable . but maybe it s reverse psychology that makes it truly arrogant make something virtually anybody would enjoy and then taunt them not to drink it . i d gladly have a couple of this on tap if offered .,aroma,0.6,1
pours out a cola brown colour with a thin tannish head that reduces quickly to some spotty lace . aroma is some light chocolate covered cherries with a bit od floral hopping also . they say this is a blend of a porter and a bock and i can sense that in the taste . it s all very muted and with some chalky malted milk ball flavours roaming about . and a strange sour fruit taste that is sort of off putting . in fact i do n t like it at all . the body is medium light with a cola mouthfeel . drinkability is just ok . easy quaffing enough but i do n t care for the taste . in the five pack sampler . another brew that might be a step forward for cold spring . but they might have to go back and rework this one .,aroma,0.7,1
bleh the american macro lager . and it s keystone so its reputation precedes it . i should n t be suprised i did n t like this beer but unfortunately i am on a quest to try and review every beer in the world . including the cheap ones . that and i am a firm believer that life is too short to pass up free beer from a friend . pours out a pale yellow with a minimal head . smells metallicy and corny but i m not suprised . tastes like sugar water . i mean to it s credit keystone ice is not meant to be a good beer and does n t pretend to be . it s just good cheap gets ya drunk beer that us college kids like . in the end if i need to get drunk and i ca n t get my pbr or samuel smith . keystone will be there for me . at least i can give it that .,aroma,0.2,0
another solid brew from c est what . it s a solid brown colour with a creamy tan nitro head . aroma is faint but of roasted malts and some nutty and fruitiness . for such a mild beer this is very impressive . full of flavour . roasted malts slight coffee flavour nutty slight fruit apricots and peach . light very smooth full bodied . a great session beer .,aroma,0.6,1
fin du monde produces a huge frothy head which barely moves throughout the drinks lifespan . in fact i can hear the head as its superlative bubbles foam pop atop the deep orange golden cider like body . an exquisite looking beer . scents are subdued with faint traces of white muscat grapes apples yeast . pleasant but not on par with the rest of this brews lofty presentation . subtle fruit sweetness with generous spice notes clove dry white wine characteristics . extremely tasty . perfect texture with spot on carbonation a wonderfully balanced body . all put together this is a dangerously drinkable beverage although that is at least held in check by its powerful abv . the best ive had from unibroue thus far .,aroma,0.7,1
after reading some reviews it seems the tarwebier biere de froment van des saisis is the same as this . okay not that i have that figured out . this one had a brewed date of march so it s been aging almost years . i hope that helps things rather than hurts . poured into a chimay goblet not a lot of head but a murky orange brownish color to it . there is some lacing and creamy residue after what little head there was dissipated . smells very sweet of caramel and spice and a definite alcohol presence on the nose . i love it . one of the best smelling beers i ve put my nose to . very light body to it not much carbonation but the flavor is mostly the same as the smell . a bit of a skunky aftertaste unfortunately . i guess the aging did n t do this one too well . it s still not bad just i know it used to be better . oh well i ll be on the lookout for some fresh ones with the new label .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to kbutler for cracking this one . poured into duck rabbit snifter . pours a finger of light tan head . color is fairly black . aroma i get a lot of warming brandy and oak here . some vanilla caramel toffee chocolate lightly roasted malts . i do n t get too much rye here . the brandy covers up a lot of the bourbon . it also has some dark fruits molasses and syrup flavors . taste sweet brandy flavors with a nice amount of oak and spice . the bourbon shows a little more as it warms . chocolate caramel toffee and roasted malts all blend together well here . more plums dried apples molasses and syrup flavors shows . it is warming but in a good way . mouthfeel warming smooth creamy and silky . medium bodied with a medium amount of carbonation . ends with warming barrel notes a bit dry . overall a really nice offering from ccb . the brandy shows a lot here and i really like it . i did n t get alot of the rye but i am sure it was in there somewhere adding a nice layer . a very nice beer . very drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
grabbed this because i never heard of it before and the label was pretty cool . pint glass pour with an apricot cloudy pour and a white foamy head with staying power . lacing throughout the session . dark fruit aroma with pineapple and apricots as the main smells coming through . fruity taste with an odd bitter swallow . it s hard to describe the taste on the swallow but i do know that i am not digging it . kind of a subtle bitter and sweet grapefruit taste . malty characteristics are also present . just a weird combo . as much as i liked the label look this brew was not to my liking . that is not to say i would n t venture out and try the other brewdog beers . this one while i do n t regret trying it was not to my liking .,aroma,0.8,1
a big thanks to bosse for this one ml swing top bottle with a best before of . i m guessing that means this was from . served in a hopleaf tulip glass . a the swing top opens with a loud pop and tons of gunsmoke . this is a slow gusher so have your glass ready . pours with a voluminous tan head that dissipates fairly quickly to a ring and some light haze . murky brown body . s the smell is wonderful lactic sourness cherries pedio and acetic acid and spicy woodiness . however the brown part of the beer is still present and provides a solid malt backbone that is complemented by some light vanilla from the wood . very good balance and integration at this stage . t the taste is not as good but still quite enjoyable . much mellower without the same intensity of flavors found in the nose . drinks more like a funky brown with well integrated tart and lactic sour notes . finish is surprisingly clean and slightly tannic . m medium body that is sufficiently big for the abv very tingly perhaps too much so at this point but never verges on harsh . there s some light residual stickiness as well and only the lightest hint of woodiness . d i had a couple pours of this one and could definitely have finished the bottle on my own . it gets a little acidic after a while but never strays into tiring or off putting territory . i d have this one again if it ever popped up on my radar . maybe beer here will make something like this down the road .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer pours a pale amber that fades to straw near the edges with a delicate strawberry hue . the head consists of a thin film that is sustained by a few streams of lazy bubbles . smells of cinnamon and nutmeg with a slight creamy pale malt and pumpkin behind it that reminds me of cupcakes for some reason . tastes of the same spices but with a sour twist to it that steers the flavor more towards a corn and oat malt that really detracts from the experience . finishes with a little dry spice and a dirty yeast . the mouthfeel is light with a thickening micro carbonation that is tough to swallow . burp . the smell was delightful . sadly it ended there .,aroma,0.9,1
spring release . oz bottle poured into a snifter . pours a solid black with a nice finger of brown foam for a head . head dissipates to a decent ring of soapy tan foam around the glass . some wispy foam is left on the glass with each sip . anise dominates the nose to the point where i pull back a bit as i stick my nose in the snifter . black licorice and some dark chocolate are present as well . tough to find with the overpowering anise aroma but they are there . i also get an almost mint like aroma mixed in with the anise . it also could be that i ve never smelled anise this strongly and it s a product of that . either way i must say that it is n t terribly pleasant . the taste pretty much follows along with the nose . extremely heavy anise up front along with the same minty flavor . some roasted character does break out in the taste and it was n t detectable in the nose . some black licorice makes an appearance again towards the finish which is somewhat bitter from some dark chocolate . finishes closer to the regular version but even that has a tough time overcoming the front end . big bodied with light carbonation . seems a bit thinner than the regular version but perhaps that s because of the different flavors that are introduced here . semi dry finish in regards to the style . overall i m not terribly impressed with this one . i love the regular version and typically seek out stouts that have anise aromas and or flavors . this one just overdoes it and misses the mark . it makes me realize that i like anise as long as it s complimentary and not the star of the show . it looks like a nice ris pretty much feels like one but the flavors and aromas just do n t work for me .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance i am not that impress golden color carbonated at the beginning but after few minutes it left only few bubbles . same is with foam which is not that surprising with epl . smell well there is very weak smell i almost could n t smell anything . taste is very good sweet with grains aroma . mouthfeel light body finishing a bit watery but very refreshing . all in all very nice lager,aroma,0.3,0
a nice orangish beer with about no head retention and very shy carbonation . smell is very hoppy very floral . followed by malt and butterscotch flavours ends with some fruity esters . taste is very buttery butter esters come in and play with your senses they are very present . shy hops presence aswell with a mellow bitterness folowed by a malty presence . ends in smoothness with a watery touch .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer looks great in the glass . it is a very bright hazy straw color with about of white head . lacing was left all along the glass as it went down . the aroma was mostly a bready malt smell with just a hint of hops and a bit of a clove scent . the taste has a strong bready biscuit taste with a somewhat noticeable but not aggressive bitter dry finish . the bitterness has a lemon citrus quality . the moutfeel is medium with noticeable carbonation . this is a very drinkable beer . i would prefer more interesting citrus flavors but it is still very good .,aroma,0.6,1
ng moon man . previous review has vanished a . near clear light amber with a sturdy head and ample ragged lacing . s . they ve dry hopped the hell out of this one full of a green sort of hoppy aroma . a little one dimensional and not necessarily my favorite hop smell but pleasant and powerful and worth a high mark . some pale malt sweetness is also detected . t there is n t nearly as much flavor as it seems at first or as the abundant bouquet tries to fool you into imagining . bitterness is extremely low lending the everyman beer quality that ng often shoots for . the flavor is a milder version of the aroma sweet pale malt a little dough and the sensation you are sucking on a mild green hop pellet . but really the flavor is just a ghost of the aroma . m . on the thin side without much oilyness going on . the carbonation is decently fine . try this beer after a more substantial apa and it s totally like drinking a lighter version of water . d . when this came out it was the only beer i regularly felt the desire to drink of in a sitting . easygoing teasing with its aromatics a synch to down them much faster than intended . in a way it s very dumbed down but when you might be getting in the mood for the sort of charms it offers it s possibly worth having around . when you something with any sort of substance going on stay far away . i dunno the more times i have moon man the more it fees and tastes like a fraud .,aroma,0.9,1
a very dark but clear beer dark brown amber tones . large tanish head with sticky loose lacing . large bubbles and a spotted surface . very dark and very clear almost no visible activity whatsoever inside i see . looks more than a little bit like juice . s strong hops aromas but blended with sweet barley malt sugars . sweet grapefruit and pine big nosed brew . bright and uplifting scents . lots of stone trademark hops aromas . t geez is this for real . this brew is all over the damn place . starts dry and grainy moves to stale fruits from the hops and finishes slighty sour dry and bitter . i ask again is this for real . if so this is the absolute worst amber beer i ve ever had . the hops taste strange and overly metallic the whole palette is dry and not what i expected at all from the nose . and the strange mishmash of bad unlike tastes and contrasts . blech . i hated the taste of this me and this brew just clash . not good at all to me . m light and a little billowy with the light but discernible carbonation . make my cheeks puff slightly with carbonation a bit much . not burning on the palette just a tad too lively . still smooth and with great flow . d very poor . i do n t know i hated the taste of this . i do n t want to drink this again .,aroma,0.8,1
enjoyed on a quiet friday afternoon . the bottle has apparently been redesigned but it is the same food friendly ale as pictured on this site . label stamped best by . l about an eighth of an inch of off white head does n t quite dissipate after about two minutes leaving a film on top of the beer . hazy copper brown color with obvious carbonation continuing to rise for minutes after the pour . little chunks of yeast swimming around in there like yummy minnows . a sweet plum overwhelmed by wood and bread . the faintest whisper of hops floats just beyond all that not quite out of reach of the senses . m moderate to medium body good carbonation . and by good i mean present enough to tickle the tongue but not so strong as to clamber up into the nose . it leaves a kind of film y feeling after going down like rubbing your finger on rubber . i m not educated enough to know why but i wish it did n t . t follows the smell diligently . a small point of sweetness hits at first if not plum certainly prune and raisin followed by fresh bread and biscuit washing the mouth while a tiny bit of bitterness shines from the back of the tongue . major points for the restraint shown in the hop presence just enough to be refreshing . throughout the yeast is very present both in taste and in mouthfeel . one could even say the yeast is an atmosphere with this beer . that said the taste is weak almost a background to the mouthfeel . drinking it is like listening to a good band with the volume down . i like what i hear but . what exactly are they saying . d pretty decent . i wonder what this would be like with food for two reasons the rubber rubbing after feel might disappear with a meal and the taste might seem even weaker than it does here and i have n t eaten for about three hours . at . it could be a good one with which to begin an evening of moderate debauchery as opposed to heavy or even wild debauchery obviously . i would buy it again but only after its next release to see how it changes .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a almost clear brown dark but almost no head to speak of on either pour for me . aroma is the highlight of this beer big sweet candy sugars dancing with plums liquorish and cherries . very inviting aroma on this one . taste is lots of candy sugars malty fruity sugars defiantly linger on your tongue . flavors linger for a while then the cherries come out and turn tart . finish is lingering sugary malt and tart cherries . also notes of liquorish yeasts and light minty hops . mouthfeel is a big medium with nice medium carbonation which is nice as too many of these brews are over carbonated . drinkability is ok not great but not really bad either .,aroma,0.9,1
i am feeling very fortunate to get this beer . picked up a bomber for around poured rough and put away wet into the glass creating a couple inches of light brown froth that sits there far longer then i want it too because i just want to drink it . leaving a modest cap of whipped topping consistency head and all around the glass coatings of lace . color is a very dark brown not transparent and not really glowing and not reaching black . aroma is sweet delicious malt bomb extravaganza . dark fruits plenty of sweet caramel laced with burnt sugars no heat at all and a small amount of oaty malted milk ball aroma . a aroma for sure . smooth silky feel with mild amounts of carbonation but present to balance the creamier feel of the beer . taste is much like aroma with more of a burnt sugar flavor touch of cinnamon and loads of malt . not overly sweet either and balanced by a burnt sugar roasted malt flavor that bitters into the finish and becomes fairly pine like . this is one amazing beer it woo ed the hell out of me . i want more .,aroma,1.0,1
a an amber orange brew with a finger of white head a very few scant bubbles of carbonation s mmmm . smells like i just opened a bag a dried fruit mix the apricots in the bag like in the beer are overpowering behind the essence of apricot is the cold crisp aroma of unsweetened iced tea t the taste is good the pale ale side is a quality hooped ale the fruit side is a real sweet accurate apricot flavor the combination of the two seems kind of forced m needs more balanced in my opinion very tasty and well bodied but the flavors battle instead of cooperate d moderate as you may have gathered the balance is lacking which which lowers this otherwise is it good drink it down and lose the frown,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle a pours a nice reddish amber color with an off white head with decent lacing and retention . s the aroma is pretty typical for a red ale . faint bready malt a hint of caramel and not much in the hop department . not a lot going on in the aroma . t the taste like the aroma starts out with some malt and caramel flavors with a mild hop bitterness in the finish . decent but nothing special . m the mouthfeel is light bodied with a good amount of carbonation . d overall i did n t dislike this beer but did n t like it enough to buy again . it is pretty much run of the mill to me .,aroma,0.4,0
the beer has a hazy copper look the off white foam recedes quickly leaving a good lacing . the smell is mostly citric hops with distinct lemon notes some sweetness like candid sugar a hint of raising dough . the taste is dry sour notes in the malt vinegar area the bitterness rather sharp a bit alkaline . a very flat low carbonated nearly watery fluid . the label says lager but the experience is a less successful pale ale . i had much higher hopes for this beer dugges do a lot of nice ones . or was it my bottle only .,aroma,0.8,1
saranac adirondack amber is the th of from my assorted pack . pours a nice amber golden brown with a nice fluffy white head . smell what smell . maybe a little hops and malt but barely anything . taste hops malty good but plain . this adirondack amber is too plain . i could drink dozens of these there is just little to no flavor . could use this for a good game of beirut beer pong,aroma,0.4,0
so it was . for a pack . decided to take a shot with the goading of my co worker . pours super pale yellow huge head that actually leaves a bit of lacing on the plastic hotel cup i m classy fuck you . smell is um.not pleasant . something offputting about it . not beery at all . taste is well i ve had worse tastes like a macro light no worse than bud light and a crap load cheaper . mouthfeel is water strike that it s carbonated water . kinda like h oh if you ve ever had that . drinkability . i ve already in and have one more to finish along with more new glarus the fact that i can still type after beers in the last hour says to me that it is pretty sessionable . not that it tastes good but at this point i m really not getting the full flavor and it has n t made me puke yet so bottoms up . in short cheap beer not objectionable if you are just looking to get hammered in the cheapest way possible and you have something against malt liquor . but if you want beer then do n t buy this .,aroma,0.2,0
color is pitch black . holding it up to the light gives deep red stop sign red highlights . smell is delicious porter plus chocolate plus raspberry . highly encouraging . taste is wonderful too . beer beer beer with an explosion of bitter chocolate and raspberries . some hop character but not unpleasant . and then the aftertaste comes . black bile . horrible . so wonderful up front so nasty in the back . mouthfeel is good but i ca n t really care at this point .,aroma,1.0,1
sebastian from bierkompass.de included this as a freebie and i think i know why it s flat . i trust him though so here goes nothing . oz . bottle with november notched on the label . probably the best by date . pours an attractive clear rosewood . zero carbonation and no head . aroma is fantastic reminiscent of triple sec and cognac . notes of oak vanilla dark fruit and booze . flavor is very hot . this might be the booziest beer i ve ever tried . rich and malty with a sickly sweet oaky flavor . very much like a barleywine . getting more bourbon in the flavor as opposed to the other liquors in the aroma . unfortunately it does not taste as complex or interesting as it smells . the mouthfeel is completely flat but despite this utter lack of carbonation there s good weight and slickness . alcohol is really too much though . an intriguing failure of a beer . maybe this was a bad bottle . i could smell this stuff all day long but i do n t think i could drink more than a oz . pour .,aroma,0.9,1
rockin a guinness nitro bottle as a gift from steve davies . thanks steve . once again that old standby perfect pour . slowly cascading coffee tawny head lingers with about foam on top . aroma is pretty nonexistent just a bit of charcoal and sour twang in the background . no hops maybe a little caramel malt . taste is one dimensionally solid if that makes sense . what i m going for is although it is not a layered complexity like beethoven s th symphony its like a good old standby pop chart classic . the texture and drinkability is downright silk . say what you want about the shortcomings of this beer you ca n t deny that this creation in terms of its drinkability is on par with the excellence of craftsmanship of a fine french sauce .,aroma,0.6,1
medium dark ruby copper with a small off white foamy head with average retention and spotty lacing . smell is of smoky toasted malts with a light sweetness piney hops lightly floral and a touch of cranberry . odd but oddly good . taste follow suit and starts out good but a pretty strong metallic aftertaste ruins this beer . it has a medium body dry texture and low carbonation . this would be an enjoyable beer if it werent for the aftertaste . after reading the other reviews i wonder if i had a bad bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle poured into a weizen glass all that was available . appearance dark brown with a tan head that recedes to a ring . lots of lacing . smell big vanilla and caramel with a slight hint of roasted malt . taste sweet sweet vanilla caramel hits the palate first . i was ready for sweet but this is easily the sweetest beer ive ever had . then the beer moves to a bitter malt finish with heavy on the bitter this beer is almost bi polar . i would not call it balanced as the sweetness and bitterness are very separate and distinct . in fact the bitterness lingers as an aftertaste that is not all that pleasant . mouthfeel i kept this beer cold and kept returning the bottle to the fridge after each pour and still i found it overly cloying . as it warmed in the glass it got worse . overall i was expecting an extreme beer and got one but even as a sweet milk stout this was over the top . i admit drinking the whole bomber was way too much maybe as a small pour desert beer this could work but i highly doubt id buy it again .,aroma,0.8,1
cloudymaybe cloudy was an understatement . this brew is full of yeast clouds of yeast swirling around . the head is large white and rocky . the aromas amazing . its like smelling a glass full of fresh fruit . cherries peaches plums grapes raisins bananas and berries all mingling with yeast . theres a little belgian malt in the aroma as well but the fruity character of the beer is the most amazing quality of the beer . its a sweet beer with a spice balance . the yeast flavor is intense and a little distracting though . pretty good carbonation and a touch warming not as much as expected given the abv . full bodied and enjoyablejust not outstanding .,aroma,0.9,1
bubbly white head transparent amber color . fresh aroma fruity with notes of peach nectarine citrus . hops are negligible dull finish slight malt faint body . once a favorite before i discovered what the revivalists among american craftbrewers have been doing with this style . apparently the american version bottled and draft is weakened some for our taste and i m profoundly disappointed . the brewery likes to play up the brands history and legend but provides only a shadow of what the beer once was . it s perfectly suitable for pallid palates but get me to a hopdevil or summit ipa instead .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance single pour into a pint glass did not need to pause to let the foam settle . inch of head when first poured settling into a light lace after a few minutes beer is light gold in color . aroma not much aroma lightly floral . taste floral not bitter enough for my taste mouthfeel smooth drinkability high odd aftertaste not sure if i want more herbs or less in this beer . needs more bitterness . probably needs more sweet gale to add bitterness but overall an enjoyable beer . since i plan to try to make this style sometime it was a good beer to experiment with . will probably suggest it to anyone who does n t like hops .,aroma,0.6,1
ah trappest so far ive found this word to mean awful beer . lets see if my memory of this grand reserve are justified . pours a deep rusted dark orange red color . the head is full of tiny little bubbles often associated with pour head retention and lacing but none of that here . a strong head and nice lacing all around . i made some effort to decant for the appearance but this one is murky . sour hops and weak malt are the opening . alcohol makes itself noticed as well . a sort of rum and spice with some dark fruits is in here but this aroma is normally far far better . the flavors are far more enjoyable than the nose thankfully . extremely complex blend of slight bitterness sour notes spices and malt perfectly placed to not distract but enhance the other flavors . i can certainly see aging this beer for a decade to kill the hops and bring out the malt more . im not a huge malt lover but here the hops are pleasant and really the different flavors dont fully mingle well . bottle if im reading it correctly is around a year old . those tight bubbles make for an over carbonated mouthfeel but far making the beer hard to consume . body some off rather medium to style because of this and as a result it isnt good or bad . certainly not as bad as i recall which means im becoming more and more tolerant to these odd flavors . that said one should expect more based on the hype cost and well the reputation of trappest beers . oh and just a bit of advice to chimay this beer should be served in oz bottles . this . oz bottle is far too big .,aroma,0.3,0
ruby accented black body crowned by a small tan head . lacing was good . slight fruitiness and a faint mustiness in the aroma . nutty and bitter . full body moderate carbonation . not a favorite for me . the aroma set the tone for me . maybe a little hop aroma would have pushed it higher for me .,aroma,0.4,0
i find the number imported beer to be bitter tasteless except for the skunk and watery . smell is awful . if a heineken were left on the roadside eventually a male skunk would try to mate with it . not my favorite but would n t avoid if there were no other choices .,aroma,0.2,0
bottle from rotary pub gothenburg sweden . served in a snifter cellar cold degrees c . appearance dark ruby red . thick white foam a cm or two nice . smell wild hops faint sweetness under the coarse bitterness . a sting with a promise of alcohol . fruity in some level reminding of a red wine . two thumbs up . taste pleasant after all . a lot of bitterness that lingers well long . discrete fruity sweetness on top of the massive bitter undergrowth . mouthfeel a lot of carbonation . if one lets the beer stay in the mouth for a while the alcohol shines through all to clear . if one avoids playing with it in the mouth it balances out great but after this review section i need some water to revive my mouth . drinkability feels fresh straight through the bottle . it can last a long time if one wants but i ve also downed them quick to jump start an evening . the evidence after drinking this bottle says that the drinkability is high since i ve drunken it fast enough to feel the effects of the alcohol without thinking to much about it . it really is a top notch raw american dipa . in its category i have n t tasted much that rivals it in its dimension lie maybe stone ruination great divide hercules southern tier gemini . well i ll stop there but flying dog double dog is a brew i have chosen a lot of times and will return to many times in the future . thinking about it i probably see it out ranking the ones i listed in the hop heavy alcohol laden segment .,aroma,1.0,1
clear yellow color . weak head . substantial carbonation . not much smell kind of thin and dull with hints of alcohol and a tiny bit of malt . flavor is mild and nondescript with faint yeast and fainter hops . mouthfeel is quite carbonated kind of harsh hinders drinkability .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a clear amber colored ale with a skimpy white head . smell is understated . sweet smelling with some caramel and vanilla in the scent . hop aroma is completely missing . taste is dry and herbal with a slight bitter after taste at the beginning . the flavor stays herbal and a little bit woody through out the glass . after a while fruity and caramel flavors appear . the flavor is a bit like a british pale ale including the fruitiness . mouthfeel is good . despite being a bit lacking in the smell department this is a rather good drinking ale . this disappeared in no time flat as i sipped it reading email . a good choice for a simple regular drinking beer . i could see adding this to the firestone pale ale and sam adams boston lager and snpa regular good beer group if this become common in my area .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle into a dfh snifter . bought a pack at d vines for plus tax . appearance pours a fairly clear orange or light amber with some gold around the edges . a finger of fizzy head quickly dissipates to just a ring and a small patch . very little lacing . smell . simply phenomenal . bursting with citrus aromas such as grapefruit sweet mango and passion fruit . maybe a touch of pine but mostly bright citrus notes . there is a little bit of a caramel back bone but it is barely perceivable amidst the fruity pummeling . a touch of ethanol once it warms keeps it from a . taste . much of the same fruity citrus from the nose but not as floral and a bit more muddled . there is a lot of very strong flavors here and it s almost too much . the big citrus of lemon grapefruit and orange hit first and then stay through the middle as well . there is a good amount of bitterness in the middle through the finish which balances well with the slightly sweet caramel that comes though here . the finish is a bit sweet and bitter with a fair amount of ethanol as well . the flavors up front are quite enjoyable but the residual sweetness and the booziness on the back end make it less enjoyable . mouthfeel . it is mostly slick with a bit of cloying sweetness hanging around the end . medium to full bodied and medium to low carbonation . there s not a whole lot going on here except for alcoholic fumes hat linger unfortunately . overall this beer has a lot of potential and is much better on draft if i recall correctly . the citrus notes are phenomenal but i feel it s a bit too sweet for not being very balanced . the boozy is not well hidden and makes this much less drinkable .,aroma,0.9,1
had a oz can of this . a clear tangerine one finger white head with lacing . s mild pale bread cornbread doughy almost non detectable hops . t pale bread not as much doughy metallic hops are almost non existent creamy oats mouthfeel . m frothy but only slightly medium thickness . ok. d it s decent . there are a lot of better pilsners out there .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance bottle states bottled june . batch oz . bottle poured into duvel tulip . colour is a cloudy golden brown barely any head or lacing whatsoever . no visible carbonation . smell aromas of spice yeast and a hint of citrus . taste bitter citrus and pepper are the first flavours to tingle my palette . following closely is a citrusy yeast flavour that is then proceeded by a bitter hoppy bite to finish things off . very complex . mouthfeel medium bodied decent amount of carbonation . lots of initial bite . finishes dry . overall this beer has a lot to offer . what it lacks in smell it makes up in appearance and ever moreso taste . i would love to try this one fresh from the tap one day .,aroma,0.6,1
oz can poured into new belgium tulip at cellar temp . just over months after the canning date so i thought i d give this one another shot and review it this time . a black . very close to what motor oil looks like as it pours from the can . inch dark head faded quickly and then a very strange thing happened . bubbles from the exact center of the glass came up and formed a four part clover of swirling new head . irrelevant but cool . s i like it . very strong baking chocolate smell the kind that smells delicious but is really dry and ends up too bitter when you taste it . a little bit of anise and just a hint of alcohol . no hops . t m the same flavors from the nose are here but barely . now i remember why this beer did n t impress me before . it is slightly creamy but not full bodied the alcohol is not well hidden at all and there is an unpleseant bitterness in the finish . d i m not giving up on this one but it will take some time to finish . the flavors are big just not enticing . what a deceptive beer first you notice it because it is a ris in a can then it looks and smells great and then it just lets down big time in the taste . weird .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle . pours a hazy golden orange with a smallish frothy white head that goes to a thin collar that leaves a little lacing . the aroma is sweet melon with some grassy fruity spicy floral hops . the flavor is vegetal malts with some charry bitterness . the mouthfeel is medium bodied and watery . as it warms it s not as bad but any decent hop flavors fruits spicy florals trying to peek through get washed out by the watery body . overall after an interesting pour a bit of a disappointment . it s very watery and not very appealing flavor wise .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a hazy orange with an attractive and sticky . finger head . the aroma is very pungent citrus but is a tad oversweet . i love what this beer does to my palate opens with sweet citrus which is followed quickly by a sharp bitter hop bite that quickly subsides into a mellow sweet finish with a hint of alcohol burn . a very interesting and tasty dipa but it s not the most drinkable for me .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a medium to dark reddish amber . sports a creamy half finger head that dissipates a bit too quickly . leaves some lacing but not a lot . s some malt but you need to inhale deeply . it also smells somewhat sweet to me perhaps a bit corny . not a terrible smell but not great either . t moderate flavors of sweet caramel malt bananas and a kiss of hops on the finish . very sweet and a little too carbonated . m a little watery but still somewhat creamy and noticeably better than most macros . d i could drink a bunch of these . they re not great but they re also not overly filling or foul . overall an acceptable brew considering it s a coors product . it s easy to locate and reasonably priced a decent everyday type of beer to drink with your friends at your next summer bbq .,aroma,0.4,0
quickly dissipating head . hard to give a rating here since it doesnt really smell like anything . very very subtle smell of corn and alcohol . it is sweet . tastes of slightly of corn . stranger than that is a sort of funk skunk flavor in the finish common to imported lagers . it does not rub the wrong way though . no apparent hop flavor or bitterness . i have to say this beer is makes for a pretty good vehicle for abv consumption . thin watery mouth feel . overall this beer is not too shabby .,aroma,0.4,0
from dfh an english style bitter with maris otter malt wheat malt and crystal malt . it was fermented with our house doggie yeast and hopped to ibus with warrior vanguard and willamette varieties . this beer is nitrogenated to mimic the cask ales of england providing a smooth creamy mouthfeel . pours an amber color with a fluffy and creamy white head . sidenote waitress tells me this name of this beer was chosen because a song by the same name was being played while it was brewed . i checked out the song and it s pretty catchy . aroma is toasted malt and caramel . taste follows the nose with the addition of a citrus and fruity flavor to it . not over the top with flavor like you would expect from dfh . this is as advertised a really nice session ale . never been to england but if this is what their cask session beers taste like then i d love to try some more . mouthfeel was wonderful .,aroma,0.6,1
i like to use the correct glassware for the style the correct glass for a oz . is the glass it comes in of course . drank this guy cold out of the bottle . poured a little in a champagne flute to look at it the green bottle makes it hard to judge appearance . clear not even that yellow decent head though for a malt liquor . ca n t believe i just did that . what did i think i would see . smells a little like sewage . very dry for a malt liquor no sweetness on the smell . grains vegetables like brussel sprouts adjuncts some alcohol which is surprising at the low abv . sweeter taste than the smell indicated . tastes like grains a little bit of unpleasant mustiness but could be much worse . faint macro euro hop taste . very smooth finish no yucky face for me . smooth mouthfeel this is pretty undercarbonated which makes it go down fast when it s cold but i worry that it ll fail to cover up any grossness that pokes through as it warms . slightly creamy really very nice though . goes down very smoothly quite drinkable . loses some drinkability points for the price not much higher than hurricane or magnum but when i m buying s every penny counts and for the low ish abv the other reason i drink malt liquor . still if you ice this it goes down fast in a contest i watched two guys drink three s of this in under minutes and they kept it down fine . recommended and just as good or better than bad macro lagers milwaukee s best etc . .,aroma,0.4,0
copper color with big off white marshmallow head . a very subtle aroma pulls through burned sugar malt slight spice . medium bodied with notes of bread toffee malt slight hops in the center some ginger and a light fruity undertones at the finish . a malty session brew that fits for the fall season but that s where the appeal ends .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a nice color like most of the other geek beers i ve had . dark brown head that has good retention . good carbonation on this . the smell is real nice smokey coffee that makes me dive right in . the taste however is disjointed . i m barely able to get a oz . pour down . i like smoked malts and rauch beer quality but this ones terribly bitter on the finish . the coffee and malty middle does n t make up for the finish . i was really disappointed in this as i ve thoroughly enjoyed the other beer geek breakfast and brunch beers .,aroma,0.8,1
pouring this vivid light mahogany brew carefully kept the well compacted dregs at the bottom of the bottle . heavily caramelized malts with a sugary essence emanates from the glass . the taste though is a contradiction of the nose as the brooding and seriously backward bitterness assault the mouth . flavors of rum soaked raisons english toffee and jam packed with bitter hops that is counter weighted with tons of dark caramel malt . this is a very weighted and saturated product that may be more of a showpiece of inventive beer making rather than a true beverage of pleasure .,aroma,0.8,1
i was able to get this beer at harvest moon on . they served it to me in a standard pint glass . this smoked porter poured a great midnight black that had a inch head of foam that was a light tan color . this light tan colored head of foam had ok retention that left behind foamy rings along the edge and a few spots of lace around the glass . it had a great smoky aroma of smoked wood smoked malts olives dark chocolate roasted coffee beans and just the slightest touch of caramel at the finish . although the aroma was heavy on smoked flavors the taste however was only lightly smoky and featured only roasted malts and oats roasted coffee beans subtle chocolate and a quick splash of roasted hops in the end . it s too bad the taste was as smoky as the aroma . that would have been great . it was a dark medium bodied beer with an aftertaste of dark roasted malts roasted coffee beans and roasted hops . although the taste was n t as smoky as the aroma it s still worth a shot at harvest moon .,aroma,0.9,1
this ale pours a syrupy deep milk chocolate color with dark copper highlights . very little head which quickly fades to wood colored wisps . the aroma was not particularly impressive out of the gate mostly the scent of alcohol and a little malt . the taste was unexpected and rich . it is earthy with cocoa vanilla and vaguely nutty toasted notes . it is deep and has a hint of alcohol . it is malty and has overtones of molasses treacle . and is reminiscient of holiday vanilla spice holiday cookies . there may be just a tiny bit of cherry deep in there too . the mouthfeel and body is surprisingly thin despite the rich tastes . it is not quite smooth with the high alcohol there is a bit of roughness on the swallow . like the mouthfeel this seems in contrast to the sweet and earthy flavor .,aroma,0.4,0
got this on tap at the tasting room tampa fl . glass was a normal oz pint glass . a light medium brown body very good head retention . inches when served s very nice aroma the coffee breaks through well t had a semi earthy and medium coffee flavor . not very heavy for a brown . m not very much mouthfeel . o i think its one of the better coffee browns i have had . very good in bottle as well . cheers cigar city .,aroma,1.0,1
from a half gallon growler . a thin bubbly brown head adorns the top of this nearly black brew . soon all that exists is a bubbly colar . the lace left is negligible . the aroma is pretty nice . nutty and roasted and cocoa and bittersweet . good stout nose . the mouthfeel is lacking . watery and thin . maybe a medium body at best . and carbonation is almost absent . the taste is pretty good . nice roasted malt character . chocolate and coffee . not bad . with a better mouthfeel i d enjoy this one a lot more .,aroma,0.9,1
clear orange amber with thinfaomy head with okay retention and good lacing . mostly amber ale aroma with hint of spice . average amber ale taste up front and then your hit with pepper and light citrus zest with a juniper berry and caramel lingering on the palate . an herbal guarana . quality shows in the retro olfactory . similar to a craft cola in taste in a good way it does also have a syrupy stickiness with moderate to low carbonation . the sticky sweetness seems to have thrown a lot of people but judging by the style it seems unavoidable . it is actually not that pronounced . this is a very approachable beer and like a lot of nb beers the flavors are not bold but they are well done and in this case i think the subtlety works very well . it has a nice juniper flavor in fact it s better than rogue s juniper pale ale aged in gin barrels . this is the first in the lips of faith series that actually impressed me .,aroma,0.6,1
cream ipa pours a surprisingly rich amber color with an enormous frothy white head terrific lacing remains throughout the duration sweet malt citrus and a faint trace of hops wow this is absolutely fantastic smooth malts wash over my tongue very sweet next comes fresh fruit pine and more citrus finishes with a wet hop kick creamy with low carbonation i could drink this for hours a fantastic brew . i think the idea of a cream ipa is an excellent one that should be further explored this beer was fantastic its a must have if you make your way up to ddc .,aroma,0.7,1
a light amber lots of carbonation light bubbly head that quickly fades . s very hoppy . has a floral citrusy sweetness that is very deep and pleasant . faint candy smell also present . when i sniff i find myself thinking this is how beer should smell . t whoo hoo hops . while i think this beer is overrated best ipa in america etc . its strength lies in its ability to be hoppy as hell and still able to carry lots of flavor without overwhelming the palate with its bitterness . taste is of light pine paired with grapefruit . a little bitterness at the finish . m medium body lots of carbonation warms on the way down . sticky aftertaste but hey it s an ipa . d mmm it s really good and available as draft beer at a lot of places . definitely a sipper though . it s a good beer . it s a freaking great beer . it s not the best beer you ll ever have . it s not the best american beer . my theory about why this beer is so hyped it can play two roles . it can be the nerdy craft beer whose flavor you carefully deconstruct . but it can also serve as an alternative to macrobrews . instead of having four or five buds why not have two minute ipas . they ll be delicious and you ll still feel that warm heady pleasantness . eh .,aroma,0.9,1
i could drink this stuff year round . amber colored with a low oatmeal colored head with fine tight bubbles . nice lacing wriggles around the glass . no aroma to speak of which is unfortunate because it would complement the interesting flavors . somewhat malty but this is obscured by the many flavors rolling around sweet pear and apple a bit of butterscotch with gentle hops riding beneath . mouthfeel is smooth and creamy . gentle hops and butterscotch linger in the aftertaste . very drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
purchased as part of build your own six pack at local grocer . poured a medium foamy head on a very cloudy light tan body . smells very nice with strong citrus lemon fruitiness and a good dose of floral . too bad the taste does n t follow . very strange almost like sour fruit . a wheat ale that has somehow gone bad . another review mentioned sour kraut . i d go along with that . really hard to peg down what the deal is . at the very least i can say whatever it is it s not good .,aroma,0.8,1
twelve ounce bottle bought as part of a mixed twelve pack . bottle marked as best by may . pours a golden orange color . very hazy with some sediment . tons of bubbles rising in the glass . pour produces about two fingers of off white head . decent retention and great lacing . smells mostly of citrus and light malt . floral notes . nothing too prominent . seems reserved even as it warms . lots of citrus upfront . mostly grapefruit with some orange . some sweet light malt to balance as well as a little caramel . finishes with flavors of pine and grass . alcohol is only there with a little warming in the throat . aftertaste is some bitter pine resin . mouthfeel is very good . creamy with the perfect amount of carbonation . dances on the tongue and is quite smooth . one of the better regular ipas i have had . very balanced with great hop character . available year round and at a decent price . i could definitely drink a number of these on any occasion .,aroma,0.6,1
a recent arrival from botmc . smells of grains and malts hint of cinnamon . pours to a rusty orange . really no head at all . taste is watery really with a little fizz and no sweetness or bitterness . kind of like drinking alka selzter or beer flavored selzter water . a huge disappointment for what i shell out for botmc . maybe this is a bad bottle . i ll re review if others bottles fare better . maybe also this brew is so balanced that all the flavors are cancelled out . i never heard of that though .,aroma,0.7,1
received in a trade with frankenbrew thanks nick poured a deep rich brown with ruby hints around the edges in the light small tan head that faded to a thick ring around the edge smell is rich coffee and dark chocolate with each breath alternating between each dominating taste wow did not expect this to be so bitter coffee bitter not hops bitter with a slight dark chocolate bite at the end just a bit too aggressive on the coffee front for me mouthfeel is medium to light the bitterness keeps making my mouth water drinkability once you adjust to the sharpness of the beer its pretty good and would n t mind if this was a locally available selection,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bomber into a snifter . pours super dark murky brown that is completely opaque which is expected of stouts . minimal caramel colored head that all but dissipates into nothingness . the smell is super super sweet . vanilla is the most obvious scent but after a few more sniffs i can make out coffee chocolate and the tiniest malty backside . it s like sniffing a milkshake made with kahlua . wow . sweetness is definitely the order of the day here . i tasted the coffee cream and vanilla on the front end which was definitely a unique experience . it was sweet but not a saccharine sweetness since that would have been a little too much even for someone like me who prefers his beers not too bitter . speaking of bitterness the hops assert themselves after the first few seconds reminding you that you re drinking beer and not a milkshake . it finishes off with both sweetness and bitterness the hoppy zip and the creamy lushness combining to provide a back end that is quite pleasant . for a brew that has abv i certainly did n t taste it at all as it was masked behind all the other flavors that came out to play . the beer s full body and minimum carbonation allow for the stoutness to really shine through . nice and thick which is how a stout should be . for someone like me who enjoys beers that are n t too hoppy this is a great drink . thanks to the wonderful smell and balanced taste with very well hidden alcohol content this is something i would most certainly drink again . definitely have to check out the other southern tier offerings after this .,aroma,1.0,1
this stout is as black as a dogs guts . my poured stubby elicited little smell but the initial flavour was a rounded coffee chocolate.the flavour fell away though to a minimalist charcoal toast it felt smooth and soft perhaps too soft in the mouth . this is a strongish brew at . and the coffee chocolate predominance makes it an enjoyable stout but one for moderation,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark ruby red with a thick off white head that hangs around for about a minute . when it finally fades there is little to no lacing around the glass . smell is of raisins and cinnamon . has a malty sweetness . caramel brown sugar cinnamon are present . has spicy bitterness with notes of raisins and maybe some plum orange fruity flavors . an amazingly delicious beer . great mouthfeel not oily a little chewy . well balanced and everything works together . alcohol is well hidden and i can easily drink this without being to overwhelmed .,aroma,0.7,1
i bought a sixer of these because i had never seen organic pumpkin ale so i figured i would give it a try . poured a copper like color with a small white head . smelled or just about every spice you would associate with fall nutmeg cinnamon all spice etc . the problem was that all of these spices overtook any flavor of beer on the taste . it felt like i was drinking potpourri . overall decent but not in my top of pumpkin ales that i ve had so far .,aroma,0.8,1
this brew pours quite nicely and makes about two fingers thick of white head . the body is ultra clear and gold in color this does n t smell so nice though . it smells a little oxidized and metallic . the taste is a little weak and nothing to write home to momma about . however it s crisp and very clean . this is a good thirst quencher and not complex at all . edel hell makes for a good high end bbq brew .,aroma,0.4,0
poured the ale into a chimay chalice from a ml bottle right out of the fridge . . it was clear light mahogany in color with a light brown head that disappeared quickly . there was almost no lacing . the aroma was fruity but not overwhelmingly so . the carbonation tickled my tongue carrying on the light fruity taste and something else a slight sour aftertaste i could n t identify . it was not citrus or hops maybe something more like cardboard . the . abv did n t effect the taste . the body was light not like the chewy trappists dubbels and quads i love . as i allowed the ale to warm the flavors become more complex . a little more pepper a little less sour but not as generally pleasing as i d hoped . i do n t think i ll go to the brother again even though i loved it s name .,aroma,0.9,1
served in a pint glass . a this has a real nice dark brown nut color to the body . unfortunately this is let down by a heavy amount of carbonation and a nearly nonexistant head . s a pretty complex smell though coffee beans tend to be the dominant auroma . the coffee and hops create a real nice roasted kind of bitterness to the scent . it s nicely accented by a faint hint of sweet chocolate . t there s a real bright fruitiness that i do n t really pick up on in the scent that compliments but not well the coffee flavor that is n t so much roasted anymore as it is just kind of bitter . both are underwhelming to say the least but this taste is n t as bad as it is disappointing . i just do n t really see these flavors coexisting in perfect harmony . there s obvious dischord on my taste buds . m this really pops in the mouth with a lot of carbonation and the bright fruity flavor . maybe a bit on the watery side but really a good consistencey . d it s like these guys were swinging for the fences but instead got an infield single . i know you were hoping for a lot more and it is all anti climatic but thanks to a little luck you still came out slightly ahead .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a ruby brown color . a large creamy head forms and sticks around a while . lots of lace is left behind . s musky and earth aromas . burnt cherry and very malty . farly nondescript as far as i am concerned . t a complex malt character . dark fruits raisins plumbs ect with some chocolate and a hint of cherry . great . m d soft on the tongue . rich and creamy . the alcohol shows a bit but a good sipping beer . my first quadrupel . i did not know what to expect but this is an exceptional beer . something that i will enjoy . though to fully appreciate this i need to be more familiar with the style .,aroma,0.6,1
one of my final brews in my latest north coast phase . just became available in michigan and i must say i m very happy about that . almost two finger s worth of light tan head sits atop a slightly hazy dark orange brew . plenty of inherent carbonation streams to the top . head slowly settles to a thin sheet bits of lacing here and there . tons and tons of carmel and toasted malt in the nose along with a fairly hearty hit of hops . very nice aroma . hmm not sure about the taste . it s just a little bit off at least in terms of style . malts are n t as prominent as i had expected and instead a hard metallic finish really takes to the forefront . must be made with some seriously hard water . hops are very bitter but fleeting . aftertaste is of pennies . mouthfeel is almost watery . goes down easy enough but i just do n t really desire to have any more . i m glad i did n t pick up a sixer of this and instead went for the single . the metallic edge is very prominent and just does n t do it for me . it s ok but i wo n t have any desire to have this again .,aroma,0.9,1
got this one at bert s bierhuis in utrecht . from a bottle into a german pint glass . appearance pours a finger medium looking fluffy white head with great retention . perfectly clear golden yellow with lots of active carbonation . head slowly fades to a good foam cap and leaves lots of chunky lacing down the glass . smell lots of grainy and bready malts in the nose . notes of honey and a good dose of floral hops . medium in strength and quite nice for the style . taste not nearly as good as the nose . bready malts and some grassy hops through the middle but honestly a little watery through and through . some floral hops and a touch of bitterness accompany the sweet malt at the finish . a mild yet lingering aftertaste includes some bitter floral hops and sweet bready malts but it is still too weak and watery to be enjoyable . palate medium body and soft medium carbonation . creamy and light on the palate goes down smooth with a slightly dry finish . very nice feel . overall everything about this beer was quite good except for the flavor which is where it really counts . there was nothing off about this one but the flavor was simply too weak and watery to really be worth drinking . one of the weaker examples of the style . skip this and reach for a augustiner when in munich .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a clear gold with a small head that lingers throughout s pineapple is the main nose with some biscuit and some other tropical fruits t spicier and less tropical fruit than the nose portends . hops dominate with a little bit of malt . m highly carbonated and goes down smooth . d honestly a bit disappointed in this as it s the first with the nelson hop i ve had and i was expecting big things . not a bad beer but there are many more ipa s out there that i prefer including the widmer x,aroma,0.9,1
yeah yeah . the talk of the town recently as it seems to be the most coveted beer recently introduced to the east side of the mississippi river . a fantastic looking beer . a radiant golden orange color with a fluffy menacing lacy white head . really grand looking stuff . really grainy aroma . wheat and corn with a very slight malt aroma . toasted marshmallows a bit due to its sweet smell . but mellow and not outstanding . initial hop flavor but ever so slight . this moves to a impact of grain and yeast balanced well . the toasted malt they advertise is barely noticible until the aftertaste which fills your mouth with a vengence . creamy filling feel with a touch of stickiness . here is the thing . i have been drinking this beer out of a can since its introduction here in indiana and merely called it okay . after pouring it out aerating the drink and being practically moved to tears by its appearance i have an entirely different viewpoint of the beer . it turned from good to great . no exaggeration . so do n t be lazy people . pour this beer out into a glass and be amazed at the difference .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a cloudy brown color with a large off white head and no lacing . aroma of mint dark fruits roast yeast and a funky barnyard aspect as well . taste was sweet raisins chocolate roast tons of spices and an alcohol burn . too much spice in this one .,aroma,0.6,1
very strange brew here . lots of nuances in the smell . cherries yeast cloves or nutmeg maybe some cinnamon . with the cherry flavor call me crazy but this stuff tastes like bubble gum . for the season it s pretty nice . warming almost like a brandy tasty festive . i like it . it s too spicy for a daily beer . and do n t have a christmas party serving only this beer and expect your guests to stay sober because it s potent . it will be a very short party . happy holidays .,aroma,0.8,1
ounce bottle from a brewery holiday pack sampler november for . at la bodega in riverside ca . pours a nice deep rich brown plack slightly on the thick side an initial moderate carbonation from a hard pour makes for a small moderate tan brown head which quickly fades to nothing . very flat looking thereafter . aroma of burnt cocoa beans slightly coffeeish . a hint of toffee sweetness . flavor is much harsher and astingent than the aroma . the first sip is overpoweringly acidic and almost lambic like in its sourness ok that s an over statement but you get the idea . my best descriptions is lemonjuice straight out of the bottle . a couple of sips in the mouth settles into the flavor but wow what is this . the notes in the aroma are completely hidden . honestly i m not liking this very different from the style . i let it warm quite a bit thining maybe the cold was causing this . there was some improvement but not even closing to making this a tasty beer . this one became a drain pour after about ounces .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a crystal clear amber color with a slight head . s dense aroma of apricots dominate with just a hint citrus maybe . t full apricot flavor right up front very natural tasting too not to syrupy . wheat flavors come through at the end and quickly dissipate . d way better than i thought it was going to be . this just proves you ca n t judge a beer by your preconceptions .,aroma,0.6,1
looks nice with a good brown color thick head and ultimately a nice lacing . typical winter spices on the nose . taste is n t really that exceptional . spices and then some alcohol bite . mouthfeel was pretty smooth . as i alluded to when i first reviewed this on tap the closer you can have this to the christmas season the more you will like this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
another in the bad beer choices that have been put in front of me lately . this one at the local mexican restaurant and fortunately not purchased by me . a a pale pale yellow with lots of tiny carbonation bubbles and just about no head . pretty much what i expected . s this is probably one of the skunkiest beers i ve come across . lots of sulfur metal and a hint of grainy sweetness . t slightly better than the nose but still fairly skunky . the sweetness is more apparent here but the lack of any other flavors is really disappointing . m light and fizzy . d this is probably the least drinkable of the adjunct lagers i ve had . the smell just puts me off before it even gets to my mouth .,aroma,0.2,0
someone left this in my fridge . i drank it . i should n t have . appearance is better than i anticipated . it pours a crisp semi watery golden colour . it s kinda of like a middle ground between heineken and regular bud . nothing to strive for in anyway but not completely horrible looking overall . the smell is again better than most macros but nothing special . there s a hint of sweet chalkiness and perhaps some grain but that s about it . flavour is quite simply gross . i did n t find it to be so bad at first but after a minute you realize how bad this tastes . as with the aroma there s a slight sweetness and a touch of grain but also a whole lot of corn in the mix aswell as a medicial taste which just kills the flavour . i do n t know why but a b products usually give me an instant headache after a mere sip or two . thankfully this one did not . unfortunately it brought upon a wicked stomach ache about halfway through the brew instead .,aroma,0.6,1
oz can i picked up at the crawfish boil music festival in birmingham al this weekend . we had gone through quite a few of these over the day festival being as there was no real selection to choose from . somehow one survived the humid days and made it back in the backpack we used as a cooler . this one was served up in a oz lager glass . a pours your pretty typical macro color . getting a very simple golden yellow color that is completely clear in the body . this thing actually gave me a good two fingers of tiny bubbly white head that quickly fell about an eighth of an inch that held pretty well . actually a good amount of lace resting on the glass for a macro . tons of carbonation activity in the glass . as far as macros go its just a touch above run of the mill . s this is not that great at all . its actual most dominating aroma is that of dirty water . other than that you maybe get a bit of corn and a touch of malt but nothing that makes up for that smell . not a good thing at all . t as far as macro and light lagers go you know this is not that bad . you have the typical macro flavors . get the barley and heavy corn flavors . the corn is not overpowering because it is milded by a decent pale malt presence . there is also a touch of lightly salted butter flavor . its average and typical flavors but they are nice to see a full bodied macro flavor in this light lager . not bad at all . m light bodied brew that lives up to the wateriness and thin body that is expected from such a brew . the carbonation is pretty high and crisp . pretty refreshing brew . finishes pretty clean with little aftertaste lingering . d yet again comparing this only to other macro styles its got decent drinkability . goes down incredibly easy and is nice and light in the belly . not bad at all for calorie brew . i ve sure as hell had worse and this beer is not bad at all . sure its not a mind blowing brew but it is a macro style lager . its not meant to blow your mind . its to keep you refreshed and cool you off . it does just that and brings a bit of flavor to the equation . could be a hell of a lot worse thats for sure .,aroma,0.4,0
. floz bottle into duvel tulip a a hazy orange body with a light orange head . pours well and has a modest amount of head one full fingers worth . the colour is just amazing . dead settles down soon enough leaving a good layer round the edges and on top . s a bit citrusy with a noticeable backing from the alcohol even when right out of the fridge . a little bit of clove comes along with the alcohol . t initial taste is a bit plain mild hop and citrus bitterness . the finish is a bit elusive but the alcohol is the most noticeable sweetness turns into bitterness honeyed malts into mild hop bitterness and regular bitterness of fruit rind . aftertaste is coming off of the finish light tropical fruits . alcohol and some sweet malts help bring the flavour profile to a head and the trailing off flavour is light sweet malts and grapefruit rind bitterness . a great warming sense then overcomes me and i begin to feel lethargic . though i have never had a belgian ipa i know belgian yeast and i know what an ipa should taste like so it is in my best judgment to say this is just an outstanding beer and i wish i had gotten the bigger bottle . mf d the body is perfectly viscous not too much but not watery just enough body that ones doesnt notice either a lack or a excess . carbonation is perfectly balanced with the medium light body a strong crisp carbonation to help offset some of the booze s power . i would easily session this beer if on tap .,aroma,0.7,1
presentation . oz . bottle with a freshness date of on the side . appearance pours a finger thick foamy tan head . the head sticks to the side of the glass while consumption is occurring . this slightly cloudy brew is dark brown and burgundy in color . a steady supply of bubbles from the center of the glass help to keep the head a float . smell the wonderful aroma starts with the smell of concord grapes . i thought to myself what a unique smell to appear in beer . despite my curiosity i marched on . next i began to notice the bouquet of prunes raisins and plums . dam can this smell get any better . wait i think i notice a hint of oranges and maybe brandy . holy hell this liquid smells amazing . its like a huge fruit salad mixed with brandy and raisins . taste so does it taste as good as it smells . well the taste is of plums raisins and maybe prunes . next a touch of honey makes it way forward followed by some citrus like lemons and oranges . the thousands of tiny little bubbles dance in my mouth while the ever so subtle touch of alcohol warms my innards . the initial sip is sweet while the aftertaste is slightly bitter . notes this is one dam fine liquid . if the is supposed to be better i cant wait . . .,aroma,1.0,1
small tan head that fades immediately . aroma of chocolaty mocha and alcohol . taste is almost sickly sweet like drinking chocolate syrup . i am impressed that they hid the alcohol as well as they did despite being a large flavor component . almost chewy . if you want to drink this beer expect it to take an hour or so .,aroma,0.8,1
i was able to bring a can of kozel svelty home from a recent trip to czech republic . the beer poured a pale yellow with a white foam head that didnt dissipate too quickly . no real lacing . the smell included malt and grain yeast . the taste was mildly bitter with grain barley support . in addition there was a touch of sweetness . the mouthfeel was medium body and light carbonation . overall is was a decent czech style beer .,aroma,0.4,0
obscure florida brew courtesy of beerlando . batch . served in a russian river tulip . a pours with half finger of white foam that settles to a thin ring and a few patches of bubbles on top but negligible lacing . transparent golden body . that is pretty attractive . s booze apples dorm carpet some mild vomit . not much in the way of hops here . pretty dismal . t taste is slightly better than the aroma with cookie lightly browned sugar and a strange mid palate astringency . still pretty bad and still very little in the way of hops . m soft texture medium body lower carbonation drinks smaller than the listed although there is a bit of warming after a few ounces . not as bad as the rest of the brew . d this is just not very good . did this really need to be the bottle calls it an ipa and not imperial or double which implies these guys do n t really know what they are doing . in any case it d be a struggle to finish oz of this one .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at manbearpigs i mean manderes a golden orange in color with a lot of head which dissipates slow and leaves a nice lacing . s excellent . yellow grapefruit with lots of citrus and a malt backing . t very thin . little to be desired . a little bit of citrus up front and nothing else . very disappointed . m slightly watery leaving the drinker more to be desired . d i m glad i only got a taster . this one left me disappointed . great appearance and smell no taste .,aroma,1.0,1
a dark ruby red with deep browns . creamy white head s very bready on the nose . this is like a liquid version of a variety of freshly baked breads . there are some nice melanoidans and som subtle toasty notes as well . im getting a very distinct smell of a smoore that has been slightly burnt in the microwave . toasted graham burnt marshmallow and chocolate . t malty sweet and malty melanoidan mix as soon as this beer hits the palate . a variety of toasty notes with none reaching the roasted level . there is a mild caramel sweetness and a nuttiness in the finish . hop bitterness is firm enough to balance the sweetness well m medium light body almost slick . this is a sweet beer but the finish is moderately dry with just a slight residual sweetness . d a well made munich dunkel is always a drinkable beer and this is no exception . it came in a oz true pint bottle but i could see this being served by the liter . very good beer from a very good brewery .,aroma,1.0,1
this is a oz . bottle with freshness date to insure quality . this beer starts off with a cloudy amberish color with little head and small retention.it looks inviting and i ca n t wait to taste . i smell a fruity and floral characteristic along with a strong citrusy hop overtone . this beer beer is bursting with flavour and i ca n t wait to have another sip.the mouthfeel of this beer is a bit chewy but then switches to a lite carbonated swallow . this is a classic ipa and the brewers knew what they were doing with this batch . i am convinced that west coast beers bring the heat when it comes to beer . great divide with there ipa solidifies my thoughts . a great beer and my hat goes off to the titan of ipa s,aroma,1.0,1
a nice hazy honey straw color with tons of fluffy off white head and great lacing . unfortunately this is the best thing about the beer . smells a bit of clove and a bit of sweet fruit and a whole lot of coriander . now i like coriander but this is too much it has a strongly metallic scent that really overpowers anything good it has going on . sweet pomegranate and citrus notes at first which unfortunately also give way to that metallic flavor . this is just not a very good beer . feel is fine a relatively light and slightly silky body with sharpish carbonation . i managed to get through a six pack of these though it took me a month procrastinating the review with each one . but this is the last and i certainly wo n t be buying any again .,aroma,0.4,0
when i want a cheap drinkable single serving can of beer this is what i drink . sure i could purchase s but then i would have to completely change my lifestyle . in all seriousness this beer is macro style with a bit more flavor than the others . one of the positives of this brew is that it does leave a very nice lacing on my glass which i was surprised at . the color is light golden with a heavy co characteristic to it . flavor well is sour with a mish mash of corn grains hops . unlike most beers where you can separate the hop flavor from the malt flavor and enjoy both this beer presents all flavors at once .,aroma,0.4,0
hazy yellow body with short white head beautiful voluptous peach aroma . very juicy . simple and juicy no bitterness or sourness . slightly creamy . no bitterness . nice slight frizzyness with a medium body very refreshing and delicous . i dont know why everyone says that if a lambic is so sour it peals the enammel off your teeth its good but if it is slightly sweet its swill . the beauty of beer is variety . gim me the whole range .,aroma,1.0,1
served in a chalice a this beer pours a hazy apricot color with a creamy butter cream head that is soon gone regardless of the strong carbonation . s this beer has a pear fruity aromas with some apricot notes followed by a honey cinnamon hint that lingers . as the beer warms this becomes more of a raw wet lentil note . t the soft fruity flavor has notes of peach and dry malt with a big dandelion bitterness in the finish . the big bitterness soon covers the more subtle fruit flavors . m this beer has a light mouthfeel with a soft warm alcohol heat in the finish . d the great dry fruity beer is stomped on by hop bitterness with some notes of old spices in their . there was n t even much hop flavor or aroma just the bitter bite .,aroma,0.9,1
i really have to give the person that invented the nitro can some credit . it s just as good if not better than the draft pour . it s opaque black with mahogany highlights at the base and collar and the head is quite impressve light tan in color dense and creamy and astonishingly long lasting literally lasting to the bottom of the glass . the aroma is lightly fruity and deeply roasty with some mild bittersweet chocolate some soft dry tobacco and stale wet coffee grounds . the body is light but appears much fuller due to the intensely creamy mouthfeel . the flavor is roasty from start to finish but also includes some fruit and nicely sweet malt up front a very mild caramel note as it warms in the mouth near the finish and a lingering roast and bitterness . this is clearly milder than the guinness that it emulates and i think i find this preferable . it s softer and less bitter with a touch of chocolate and much less acidic throughout . an easy drinking beer with some nice roast character .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a tulip glass with a hazy orange umber tone to it . some foam not amounting to a decent head . smells metallic not pleasant . no pepper or much to even signify a beer . taste carries some level of hops and a dry pepper in the finish . a good flavor that needs to be rounded out . nice pepper in the aftertaste . again not especially balanced . mf d this is drinkable but with so many other pale ales out there it does n t distinguish itself much .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance light in color typical of a pils or an american style lager fantastic head retention and nice lacing down the glass . smell rather light on the nose despite the big head just a hint of citrus and maybe a bit of fresh cut grass taste very light malt that reminds me of cereal and almonds just a hint and a nice solid refreshing lemon zest hop finish . just a bit of alcohol that you really have to look for . i think it s a pils mouthfeel very light you could really drink this stuff like water . kick ass lawnmower beer . drinkability not to sound like a lush but back when i was in high school if you gave me a case of this it would dissapear . i really like the flavor and easy drinking combo of this particular brew this is one that i will be serving if i have a party of beer heathens . very good stuff it s superb drinkability and the genuinely good not superb flavor . makes this a big winner in my book .,aroma,0.6,1
yummy . pours a heady white over bronze trophy some modest lacing which arches around delightfully un predictable shapes . i think i see a war elephent trumpeting hannibal s decent from the alps . smell was somewhat subdued i did n t have any good glassware handy i used a big wine glass . smell was suggestive of good things to come but nothing terribly fancy . this is where the fun really starts . it tastes reminiscent to the strong belgian quebecois tripples but more crisp less in your face not as overpoweringly sweet . it has an awesome bite just awesome . nothing too bitter just about perfect . mouthfeel is decent leave s a beer y aftertaste my favorite kind . moderate coating taste stays in your mouth for just the right amount of time . very drinkable despite it s strength . i think i just drank most of a bomber while writing this and i m feeling a bit of panic that i only have one .,aroma,0.6,1
cloudy brownish muddy body . almost no head after an aggressive pour . not a thing of beauty . sweet marshmallow nose . banana clove presence is notable . massive . sweet with spice and alcohol warming . banana and spicy marshmallow flavors . spicy clove ness is big here . complex and intruiging . very thick almost gelatinous mouthfeel . moderate drinkability . very good but a slow sipper . thanks to cburian for sharing this with me .,aroma,0.9,1
sorry for abbreviated notes but i was in a crowded bar . golden yellow okay color for a summer . no discernible smell . tastes slightly too bitter which keeps it from being smooth . unfortunate . despite the bitter taste there is n t a lot of bite and those usually go hand in hand . mouthfeel is really good creamy . overall not a great summer but okay .,aroma,0.3,0
. oz bottle . black with a medium tan head that settles to a sparse foam slick . slightly burnt green vegetal coffee aroma . it s a bit harsh to start but after thirty minutes or so it mellows into a simply sweet and stale coffee aroma . a bit sweet on the tongue but with an over roasted and vegetal coffee character that ends on an alcoholic and slightly burnt bitterness . syrupy but also a little thin . i do n t get this one . tastes like they burnt the coffee beans and then let the coffee sit out overnight before adding it to the beer . honestly hard to finish this one .,aroma,0.4,0
this was once my favorite beer soon after i first started venturing away from busch . voodoo knocked my precious favorite killians irish red and was subsequently toppled by anchor porter . this is my first taste of it since i ve started sampling new and different brews on a bi weekly basis . oz . bottle . pours thinly and brownly into my weizen glass . finger head that hangs for a bit . minimal lacing . looks like weak coffee or a strongish iced tea . my first whiff seemed promising till my nose clogged up from my most recent cold . it smelled a lot like my first batch of homebrew just bottled today . brewers best smoked porter some twangy citrus and a bit of roasted malt were all i could pick up with my impaired sense of smell . a hint of malt sweetness with a twang that now seemed more metallic than citrus like . some light but somewhat harsh bitterness in the end . in taste this falls far short of the thick sediment filled bottom of the carboy brew i sampled this morning . okay mouthfeel . not much carbonation . seemed a bit flat . i used to refer to this beer as smooth and i guess that still applies . it s not hard to drink at all i just wish it tasted better .,aroma,0.8,1
a slightly hazy golden amber one finger white head which dissipates quickly . s fresh banana coriander orange peel flowers and belgian yeast . t spicy and peppery at first more coriander and a bit of pepper . fruity sweet and toffee caramel malts begin coming out as the beer warms as does the alcohol . unfortunately with this beer the alcohol does n t stop coming out until the beer is at room temperature and almost completely hiding the other flavors . m thin medium body medium carbonation smooth . a bit of an alcohol burn . d very low due to the alcohol flavor unlike bourbon for example the other flavors of this beer could not stand up to the alcohol making it a very unpleasant lengthy drink .,aroma,0.8,1
a aggressive pour yields finger of lacy cream colored head with good retention . hazy crimson amber liquid . pretty . s mmmmm . phenolic yeast notes with biscuity malt . banana caramel chocolate pecan . t caramel up front with odd green banana twinge . twinge is a big negative . some fruity phenols . a little too much caramel flavor . better as it warms but not great . m furry and bitter astringent . a bummer . d i would not order another and i wo n t buy again . looked and smelled great but flavor was not smooth and a little imbalanced .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a hazy chestnut with no visible carbonation and a few bubbles for a head . sour fruit to the nose . taste is fairly unexciting . sourness is present but after any rodenbach this is lacking . mouthfeel is thin and could benefit from more carbonation . drinkable but this will be my last barriquee unless i can find the other version .,aroma,0.8,1
a a oz bottle pours a garnet brown with a massive fluffy light tan head that dissolves down to a dollop of cream on the surface through the glass . aroma is light roast and slightly hoppy . f p flavor is initially sharp bitter followed by a malty mid palate featuring toasty bready notes with a definite roasted flavor . citrus hops come in to wash out the malt and it finishes bitter and somewhat astringent minerally . medium body and ample carbonation . overall it s somewhat perplexing as the different flavors seem to step on each other and the finish becomes unpleasant at times .,aroma,0.8,1
i ve got four russian imperials in front of me . ahhh . a.le coq old rasputin rogue xs weyerbacher old heathen old rasputin pours with a slight head . a reddish african mahogany brown color in my tasting glass . a meager nose the dry alcohol is the most notable element followed by the bitter tones of hops surrounded by slight sprinkles of malt . this beer had wonderful heavy long lasting flavor but light bodied . the carbonization helps produce a tart feel on my palate with a bitter stance of hops then bounded by definite malt notes . if i were blindfolded i d declare this beer a russian imperial stout . long finish that dissipates with its dry alcohol character as the ending cadence . the living finish cleansed my palate and left my taste buds yearning for the next sip . in my opinion this is beer third to the a.lee coq . does n t have the flavor complexity of the a.lee coq nor the body and overall mouthfeel . regardless a wonderful imperial stout indeed .,aroma,0.6,1
the first white biere i ve had . a the crystal clear color that it has sort of surprised me when they say white beer they do n t lie . after pouring it it turned an average piss color with a lasting head that eventually turns into a white ring arround your glass . s i could smell the wheat and the smell had little hop presence . t nothing special nothing bad . i just do n t like the way it tastes sadly . i can taste the wheat . the taste is also very spicy and sort of hoppy . m a really bad mouthfeel far too bubbly to get anything above a . . d rough and leaves an aftertaste . but it s not quite that bad . bottom line a quite below average white beer i m sorry to say . i would reccomend this to a white beer fan but no one else .,aroma,0.3,0
best before a pours a thick dirty brown auburn with very little head that disappeared immediately . s fresh sweet cherries which give way to tart cherries slight barnyard funk found in the background . maybe a hint of oak in the background . it smells like a beuatiful blend of the ng belgian red cherry aspect and a very nice gueze . well done . t tart biting cherry acidity up front with a touch of sweet cherry mixed in and then sour barnyard funk with a lingering horse blanket flavor on the tongue . m started spritzy at first but then lost a lot of carbonation . on the light side of medium and ended up being somewhat still . d a tasty beer that would have been even better if the gueze and cherry flavors blended a little better . it is weird how sweet the aroma is but how tart the flavor is .,aroma,1.0,1
oz clear bottle scored from my bro in laws fridge poured into a pint glass . pours out a clear deep brown ruby red color with a small off white light tan colored head . faded to just a thin ring after a few minutes no real lace to speak of . holy skunk . smells like a hienikien skunk with a mild grain smell . skunkiness rules the taste as well . why o why would u package your beer in a clear bottle . . . if you dig past the skunk you get some toasted grain and an herbal fruitiness . very bland . a little too much of a fizzy carbonation going on light bodied . not something i could get into . even if this bottle wasnt skunked i couldnt see this being too enjoyable just way too bland and average . the only way ill drink this again is if its from a can .,aroma,0.4,0
picked up on a recent beer and cheese long weekend trip to oregon completely organized by my wife . .i m a lucky man . pours a nice hazy orange with a decent off white foam head . very similar in appearance to an ipa . nice . smells fantastic . spicy fruity and different . definitely some maltiness but with an overlay of well spruce i suppose . neat . really intriguing . tastes similar to the aroma some malty almost candy like sweetness underneath but with a strong bitterness taking centre stage . no hop flavour but interesting spice and fruit tones . drinks really well but i doubt i d want a session with it . as an occasional departure from the norm it s really quite nice . i almost wish there was more blatant spruce iness to it . i was expecting a christmas tree in my glass and got something much more subtle . definitely worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
sweet sticky bottle of meh . not worth bottles . i hope you are n t scouring the earth for this one . extremely nice presentation appearance etc . no surprises though as this criteria has become par for the course imho among beers at this price range . got ta give it a . but that seems to be commonplace at this price and should not be weighted in the score . nose is very nice like a bowl of zingers microwaved for minute say chocolates yellow and raspberry . again par for the course at this price . it did not get me high so i give it a . . taste is pretty good . imperial stout ish . add some honey and butterscotch the aforementioned bowl of zingers and we re close . no coffee . also this tastes a lot like alcohol . hopefully this needs to sit around for a while at to mellow or i m just hypnotized by the post hypnotic suggestion to cellar that s printed on the bottle . feels like a thick satin high quality and alcohol beer . or perhaps feels like a nicely concentrated right bank bordeaux . got ta give it a . i m kinda binary so a to graduated on the halves scale is hard for me to work with not especially drinkable . gets you drunk too quickly and i had to spit to provide a reasonable reading . this is a fantastic novelty but i wo n t be falling over myself to drink the remainder of my horde . likely trade fodder .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased single bottle from martignetti s appearance average looking lager with a golden straw color not much head but decent lacing . smell strong malt presence with toasted grain and oats . hops are also there . good clean refreshing scent . taste good taste upfront but too much sourness comes through . not balanced . aftertaste is off and does n t soothe the palate at all . overall a bit disappointing . overall pretty average for the most part . i do n t think they have this one nailed down yet and it could definitely use some refinement . it s not awful though but the sourness needs to be toned down . i do n t really recommend it .,aroma,0.8,1
not nearly as good as i thought it d be . poured with a medium sized pop foamy tan head that quickly settle out to just a bit and no lace . color is a slightly hazy mahoganey . aroma is nice with a caramel malt brett cast . flavor loses the caramel and just barely has any sweetness to stand up to the tart plus the tang from strong carbonation . body is ok and carbonation may even be a tad too strong . finish is like flavor and has medium length . maybe good to cook with . i ll finish this and that s it .,aroma,0.8,1
got this at bert s bierhuis bottle into weizen glass appearance huge four finger medium thick fluffy white head mounds out of the glass . very bubbly with big pops and lots of fizzy cracking noises . colour is a golden poppy or orange peel orange opaque with higher levels of carbonation . head fades to a thick foam cap that remains but no lacing down the sides . smell good bold nose . lots of wheat malt clove and banana and citrus overtones . bold and interesting with lots of citrus notes . taste wheat malt some clove but lots of sweet banana and citrus fruit in there . a sweeter weizen than the norm especially in the long lasting aftertaste . palate medium thin body with higher levels of carbonation . not quite as creamy as others but goes down fine and finishes slightly sticky on the palate . could be a little creamier and smoother for the style . overall decent taste profile . bold and interesting . the rest of the experience is pretty average unfortunately . i would n t turn it down though i would n t go out of my way either .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a not completly clear amberish yellow . nice white head formed at the top but dissapated quick . nice lacing . smell is so awesome . the belgian yeast esters mixed with the hoppyness of the ipa is out of this world . probably one of the nicest beers i have smelled . it smells better than it tastes . it s a very good beer but i like the smell of it alot better . it tastes like a tripel mixed with a stone ipa . very tasty . mouthfeel is good . no complaints . overall i will have this again . it is a very good brew . i will especially get it if i see it on cask or tap .,aroma,1.0,1
not a big fan of this one but it s drinkable . i thought it was a bit on the flat side and lacked a decent berry profile . i expect more of a fruit profile if the fruit is in the name . sweet and low bitterness perhaps a bit too sweet . would have liked to have seen more carbonation . probably wo n t buy another pack but i finished off the one we picked up just to try .,aroma,0.8,1
i bought a bottle of delirium nocturnum for . at the lager mill . i have had a couple different belgian strong dark ales lately and thought it is about time a try a traditional one to get a feel for what this style is really about . it looks to be bottled in april of . poured from a foiled ml ceramic bottle into my goblet . a the label is pretty cool the pink elephant is an attention grabber . it poured a pretty dark ruby red color that was close to being dark brown . it had three fingers worth of tan head that died down to a thick ring that left some spotty lacing . s i pick up a good amount of brown sugar and a little molasses i can also pick the belgian yeast . it is slightly metallic and earthy along with some muskiness and a little booze . this brew has a weird smell that is n t too pleasing . t thankfully the taste is far different from the aroma . there is some dark roasted malts that impart a nice mildl roasted flavor and are sweet but not too sweet . the main player here are the dark fruits and the belgian yeast . the dark fruits are dominated by raisins with a little bit of plum thrown in there and the yeast imparts a lot of those typical spices you get from belgian yeast . there was good balance here and everything came together nicely . there was hardly an presence of alcohol in this brew . m medium bodied creamy and slightly over carbonated . overall this was a good belgian strong dark ale . i liked most everything about this beer except the aroma it just seemed off to me and the muskiness did not help that one bit . other then that everything else was pretty nice i liked the dominating raisin flavor in this beer it really went nice with the belgian yeast . i would drink this beer again but for the price i wo n t be going out of my way to get it . if you like the style give it a try just try and not let the aroma turn you off . i would like to see what the other two delirium s are like .,aroma,0.4,0
this is the second time i ve had this beer . the first was last january and it was good . so i bought another on . . because the first one was so good . i opened the next one today . . . the two bottles are different . the first had carbonation while the second was still . after all these years drinking beer i have come to this . flat beer is not enjoyable . if i want a no carbonation beverage i will drink one . beer has bubbles . the pour . .no . the pop of the cork . did n t happen . i m dissappointed before i can even deal with the appearance . it s pretty but no pop so i look at it with reservation . it s cloudy partly because of a chill haze i assume . i will coax it into warmth . i do so and it s still a little hazy and still . the taste is good but it would be so much better with bubbles . the cork came out too easily and it was n t tight . the flavor is good but . i wo n t buy it again unless i can be assured of carbonation . this brewery makes good beer and this does n t make the cut . i m dissappointed .,aroma,0.8,1
a very nice porter . poured a deep black with some serious rubylike hi lites . nutty coffee like aroma with full body . smooth very palatable going down . impressive . carbonation was light as was the head . not a fan of this style . .but will revisit . recomended .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at beachwood a the pour is nice . golden orange in color with a large white head mild lacing to go with it . s starts off alright on the nose . wheat and bread with some light spice notes though it s more pepper than clove . however the smell quickly shifts to hot dogs and lemon peel . not good . t the flavor is rater bitter for a hefeweizen . a moderate wheat bread flavor and very faint banana . it does n t have the hot dog flavor but there is some lemongrass that is n t very nice . m medium in body with a smooth medium carbonation . o the nose killed this before it had a chance . the flavor was n t horrendous but not good either .,aroma,0.3,0
this is usually my draft of choice at a local b b q place . i just love this beer along with pulled pork and ribs . as soon as it arrives it does n t look very special just a nice light brown body and a thin lacy head . the head usually does n t linger around for too long either . upon smelling it one will notice a slight sweet malty aroma but again nothing special . where this beer shines is in the taste category . what it lacks in good looks it more than adequately makes up for in taste and drinkability . it has a really smooth almost buttery nutty taste that goes great with b b q imo . it also goes down easily no matter what temperature . this along with guinness is one of my favorite session beers . i think it is a great beer to try if you ve never had it . plus it s relatively cheap and easy to find in almost any store that sells more than different types of beers .,aroma,0.6,1
this sample is from a bottle . clear golden color with a thinner head but leaves rings on the glass . very fruity and citrusy aroma with a little touch of grassiness . never smelled a beer quite like this . interesting fruitiness to the taste that keeps the bitterness from being too overpowering . malt provides a smoothness . noticable dryness to finish but not excessive and is n t too puckering . medium mouthfeel with notable carbonation . this really is a fine beer but the flavor the most important aspect seems the weakest part and lacks a complexity that i desire .,aroma,1.0,1
i ve been looking for this since it came out in . i finally found it in klamath falls oregon . i do n t think colt hg is available in anything but oz . cans . no i did n t pour it out . you want to talk about appearance . this is a wicked looking can . great graphics with black red white and grey colors . i usually am not impressed by labels but this can has impressive graphics . ugh off putting smell . extra high abv high gravities like . and above have the grape tinge to them . this smells like it is going to have the grapey alcohol overpowering taste thing going on . maybe a little malt smell barely . does not taste as bad as it smells . much less taste than i expected . smooth like regular colt . actually this tastes a lot like regular colt . extremely dry compared to most hg s steel reserve st . ides . barely any sweetness at all . smooth dry some alcohol heat and it is gone . this is definitely brewed to not leave a lasting impression based on taste . carbonation is on the low side . smooth and creamy . drinkability is high until the abv hits you . at . for oz . you do n t have to stop until it makes you . i do n t think colt high gravity is close to overthrowing hurricane high gravity as the king of high gravities but it deserves an honorable mention especially at . .,aroma,0.4,0
craftsman cabernale . abv a the appearance has a crazy deep grape juice color with red carbonation . this makes the duchess seem rather tame by comparison . it looks like juice first beer second . the whole pour smacks of red champagne with foamy pink purple hues . s wow what an incredible bouquet that this has . the beer maltiness is completely absent . there is a huge tannin wine presence with cabernet tones . the oak finishes the smell and hammer out the complete lack of beer presence . t the beer is more present on the taste but the wine is still dominate . it is as though it is a cuvee of predominate wine with some blonde ale added to support underlying tones . the juicy palate is overriding grapes and mellow tartness . despite all this there is a great balance zero hop presence . m the mouthfeel isvery thin and lacks maltiness . this would usually be a knock against most beers but it seems more like a plus in this instance . the whole experience is more wine than beer in many ways but i cant really complain because it just seems to work . d it is not an everyday beer . it can not be consumed over large doses and therefore it s too limited in scope . i could see this being great for pairing and meals beyond that that s about it . its tough to enjoy this over large doses . narrative gerard lekriek escorted the tour guests through the exit and sighed through his nostrils . another successful day at the winery gerard dont lose faith . however his investors had lost faith in his vision for his winery . first his use of a grain bill in his merlot surprised them . next his use of trappist year in the wine barrels had them suspicious . i suppose the final straw was when gerard insisted on making pinot grigio under cold fermentation conditions with lager yeast in kegs . something just didnt seem right . mr. lekriek you everuhthink maybe there was something else you wanted to do with your life . his groundskeeper innocently suggested . i will tell you what i want to do i want you to stack those aluminum cans next to the canning machine like i said . how else is this pinot noir going to be prepared for market . . he kicked an empty bag of bottle caps in front of him . who knew that the wine business would be this tough . .,aroma,1.0,1
pack bought in calimesa on to the beer banana peel yellow color the body has medium haze and the head is thin on top . smells like . .oranges . . . it explodes onto the scene . fresh ripe oranges . tart citrusy oranges . as expected there is plenty of orange in the flavor as well . the malted wheat provides a good backbone to the orange flavor . first you taste the wheat then you get the burst of oranges . the beer has strong carbonation a bit much for my liking . .almost soda like in the most extreme case . hints honey at times . shredded wheat notes hold on to the tongue in the aftertaste . this is a well made orange wheat ale . oranges all over the place yet still has that malted wheat backdrop . needless to say great pick for hot weather .,aroma,0.9,1
clear bright golden body topped by a bright white head that drops to a very thin surface lace and minor collar . the aroma is quite limited but offers some light malt and spicy hops as well as some light sulfur which seems to be characteristic of the brewery . the body is medium with a very fine median carbonation that s crisp in the mouth . the flavor is a gently fruity well fused malt hop . the maltiness has an odd almost musty bready note that s fortunately overshadowed by a spicy but indistinct hop flavor . the finish is dry and lightly sticky with malt bitterness . lightly astringent .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz bottle served in sn goblet . a pours an inky black with a three finger head the color of wet sand . head recedes at a nice leisurely pace and sticky remnants cling to the side of the glass . s slightly sweet . smooth chocolately coffee aroma . just a little charred . espresso beans . overall the aroma is subdued . t wow . i like coffee beers and this is probably the most pronounced and genuine coffee flavor i ve come across in a beer cw peruvian morning a close nd . coffee up front followed by some chocolately roasted malt and guess what finishes with some coffee . no hint whatsoever of the . abv . lingering aftertaste of . coffee . not terribly complex just a lot of delicious amazing coffee . m quite viscous and slick . the oatmeal lends a beatifully soft and smooth feel . d i could see how this one could get tiresome due to the lack of complexity or the intense coffee . i enjoyed this from start to finish but i am a coffee lover . this has long been a want of mine and i was not dissapointed . big ups to jmhart for sending me this one via trade . thanks jeffrey . if you are only a casual coffee fan you might not appreciate this as much as others . bottom line high quality coffee leads to authentic coffee flavor . if you like big stouts and coffee you need to get one of these .,aroma,0.7,1
presentation at a bar in antwerpen cl bottle best before . abv appearance golden orange hazy bone white head with great retention and lacing and egg crates . smell loads of coriander yeasty nuttiness and clove phenols with a heavy dose of of bubblegum yummy . taste loads of alcohol upfront . sweet wheat malt keeps the alcohol bitterness in check . a lot spicier than hoegaarden original . subtle coriander with loads more alcohol . mouthfeel very carbonated and full body notes excellent . different and similar to the original at the same time . the only complaint is the alcohol is quite strong in this . it was fairly new when i tried it but it really detracted from the subtle and spicy flavors . i just wish i had an older bottle just so the alcohol could mellow out .,aroma,1.0,1
one of my contributions to nepa bc split . pours a dark copper color almost light brown with some redness to it . little bit of off white head that has maybe a hint of pink in it . not much retention or lacing to speak of . the smell is very strange . at first whiff it almost smells like soy sauce . i ca n t describe it so i wo n t try but it s really not turning me onto this beer . taste starts off tart and a bit sour . in fact it stays tart throughout although there is a nice sweet cherry flavor that comes through after the initial hit of tartness . not much else going on here . eh . not awful but too weird for me . i do n t as a rule dislike fruit beers but this one would be toward the bottom of my list . i would n t have this again . maybe it will blend nicely with some of my homebrewed wit though .,aroma,0.4,0
a a nice opaque burnt orange color with a nice white foamy head that leaves a nice coating all around the glass . very nice looking beer . s notes of bubblegum a bit of pepper and a hint of orange very faint smelling beer . t starts out like it smells with a bit of a sweet bubblegum flavor with a bit of a sharp pepper but then does a and has a bit of a dry bitter hop taste it s not too strong but it s definitely there . not too bad of a taste . mf nice full feel not too watery maybe a bit thick might use a bit more carbonation . overall not too bad . d pretty good as far as drinkability goes not too strong enough flavor to keep it interesting and a pretty decent price for a bomber . maybe a bit high on the abv to make it super drinkable but i d pick one of these up again .,aroma,0.6,1
take home bomber from the brewery in october . retained freshness very well . poured into a pint glass . a very cloudy golden yellow . hazy with minimal white foam . s very faint light lemon if anything . t m very clean yet not crisp with a light citrus tone . very mild hop at the finish . modestly wheaty . good carbonation . d overriding cleanliness with a mild wheat lemon flavor makes for an easily drinkable brew . very much enjoyed .,aroma,0.6,1
i think that the long trip from greece to williamsburg va did n t treat this beer too kindly . a strong skunk smell rushed out of the bottle as soon as i opened it . pours and looks like the standard heine clone . taste was rather flat . i think that this was skunked but i m not going to try it again unless i m in greece . a mile trip in a green bottle coupled with a long wait on the shelf before purchase will almost always end in a skunked beer .,aroma,0.2,0
not too sure on style but it seems like an american ipa could n t find any solid info though . pours a slightly hazy golden amber . looks very nice but the head retention robustness could be better . clean citrus aromas dominate the nose . some caramel notes as well . very nice aroma . sweet biscuit malt flavors up front . mellow grapefruit orange peel citrus flavors midtongue . just a tiny bit of hop astringency . leaves a balanced resinous bitter aftertaste . medium bodied with sufficient carbonation and very drinkable . this is a solid offering definitely worth trying .,aroma,1.0,1
bought a six pack from the local grocery store . poured into a sam adams perfect pint glass . a the pouring releases a nice head that slowly fades to light islands on the surface of the beer . lacing is minimal at best . s i ve had this beer before and it seems that i received a batch that has sat awhile . i detect almost no hops with mostly a malty almost maple syrup like note . very different then the average pale ale . t a rolling blend of light malt deep citrus hops with a slight sweet salted balance . m light yet clingy . nice . o i ve had this a few times . this batch feels like it set for some time . i was hesitant to review this because of the vintage factor however i can assert that even a new batch is nice at best . a decent blend of malt and hops however the hops do not shine at all . i just think about drinking pressed hops pellets .,aroma,0.4,0
light golden with a very very slight haze . small but decently retaining head . sweet tropical notes mainly mango accompany a major amount of hops in the scent . apricots yes . some citrus character here . hop bitterness with a nice tropical lemon vibe to a spicy sweet then bitter closing . peach flavors emerge . pine . apricots are more present in my second glass . mint . soo smooth in this area . can not get any better mouthfeel wise . perfect amount of alc spice and carbonation and an easy to drink body . there was a lot i liked but overall very good .,aroma,1.0,1
dead guy ale pours a slightly hazy light amber color into the glass with a small white head on top . the foam dissolves quickly to a thin ring around the surface leaving behind a couple spots of lace on the glass . the aroma is a bit faint but mainly malty with notes of toasted grain and a hint of grassy hops . each sip of this medium bodied beer is smooth with a soft fizz on the palate . the flavor is mostly toasted malt with some sweet caramel mixed in . towards the end some hop bitterness moves in with notes of grass and flowers . once gone the sweet malt flavor lingers on the palate . this is a very tasty well balanced beer that hides its . abv very well .,aroma,0.6,1
pint at hamilton s tavern in san diego for . consumed reviewed from notes glad to see this here after missing it at toronado right after their anniversary party a very dark brown color inch bubbly off white head that disappeared fast minimal retention somehow some nice lacing s lots of wheat and there better be after using three different kinds various malts light chocolate and some fruity aromas t started off tasting like a wit beer that i am used to then roasted malts hit me and though it was not quite like a porter there was still some burned accents and dryness there got chewier as time went on had a little bit of funkiness shining through at times some citrus later on too with more and more wheat coming to the surface as time went on this stuff was really weird but bear republic found a way to make it work m thin to medium bodied good amount of carbonation roasty chewy and slightly fruity mouthfeel taste lingers a long time d could drink another pint and that would probably be it little heavy at times abv is low and you can not taste any alcohol either not as light as other wits out there have not had many dark wit wheat beers but this was pretty interesting quite malty but not near as much as you would think after looking at its color would like to drink again some time maybe especially if i come across the oak aged version somewhere anyways this stuff is recommended,aroma,0.6,1
tasting with agentzero . ml bottle into my rochefort glass . light black pour without much head . light tan head for a second poor retention and lacing . the aroma is sweet with lots of nice sweet bourbon on the front . some light coffee and vanilla on the end . its a really nice smooth bourbon makes you really want to drink it . the taste really lets me down sadly . the sweet bourbon presents on the front but then you are attacked with a very harsh grain alcohol taste and bitter coffee . the aroma was so smooth so this is taste is super disappointing . the feel is light but has a very lasting bitter finish . drinkability is only so so . overall this is ok nothing special do n t trade anything great for this . decent to drink but does not mask the alcohol at all.,aroma,1.0,1
cellared review bigfoot aged approximately years . last of a six pack purchased in early for approximately . at labodega in riverside ca . i am interested in this re review as i really did n t care for it before and i know it probably has changed and i know i have changed . is it any better . previous review copied below for comparative purposes . pours a dark amber with copper notes . a moderate off white head drops quicky . muddy looking even though i kept the bulk of the obvious yeast particles in the glass . aroma is complex deep brandy like but better . sweetness brandied cherries figs slight chocolate notes . flavor follows through intense and strong . no real notice of the hops that seemed to dominate before did i mis identify or have the hops character truly faded away . mouthfeel is rich and full creamy when swirled in the mouth . but then there s that huge alcohol burn at the end kerosene jet fuel that completely ruins all the good stuff that came before . it really takes something that starts well and just destroys it . when i first reviewed this it was one of the first barleywines i had ever tried . now i ve had several and i know they can be better than this . once again i did not finish it . original review vintage poured in . pours a medium brown semi transparent with a medium head after a vigorous pour . the head dies back into a thin cover pretty quickly . aroma is malty with a lot going on somewhat sweet with dark sweet fruits and the oils and pines of hops . flavor was slightly sweet with a strong piney oily bite of hops and with a huge overpowering alcohol profile . as it warms rich dark sweet fruits come out too . but it continued to feel like pure grain alcohol mixed with hop oil . there was a lot of interesting things going on but the alcohol rising through them all made me stop drinking it . this was a beer of extremes for me . there were parts i really liked and parts that really ruined it for me . i could not finish it . i have one more bottle that i will let age for a year or two and see what it s like . i am a big sierra nevada fan and i could not do this one .,aroma,0.8,1
march th bottling served in chalice . as i ve stated in other reviews i tend to enjoy my dipas in chalices because they allow me to get a better nose while i m tasting and take nice big sips . a clear dark amber with a thick off white head . lots of lacing . s earthy hops lots of caramel toffee and vanilla . t a shot of vanilla and oak up front with some floral hops after finishing with a bit of oak again . there s a nice soothing caramel and toffee malt undercurrent that carries the rest of the beer . there s also a bit of a bourbon y flavor after the beer goes down . m thicker side of medium . appropriate for the flavor of the beer i suppose . o i m usually against oaking ipas but this one was n t too bad . a hop forward ipa is not good for oak aging . however a malt forward ipa like this one seems to be a better candidate . smell was nice taste was pretty comforting but i still think an oak aged ipa is weird . there was n t a lot of hops so nothing was really clashing too much with the moderate oak flavor . alcohol is damn well hidden for . i prefer a normal dipa to something like this but it was n t bad by any means .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a westmalle chalice . pours a good looking cloudy orange with no head retention . a little yeasty spider web remained after it had completely dissipated . first thing i noticed was the smell . this is very easily the best smelling beer i ve ever whiffed . bfc i know but its true . massive hop and pine aroma with grapefruity citrus rounding everything out . i ca n t stop smelling this one . taste is very disappointing . the smell is this brews strongest point but it is also the source of the beer s greatest flaw . the taste pales so much in comparison that the drinker ca n t help but be let down . this is not to say its completely worthless however i just do n t think the taste elevates this beer past average for an ipa . the taste is hoppy up front with some pine but that drops away quickly leaving just a metallic tinny aftertaste . not so good . the mouthfeel is slightly astringent and alcoholic but not much to report here either . i could drink a few of these . this review reads really negatively but i do n t hate this beer and might buy it again for variety s sake . edit i had this beer again from a store i respect first review was based on a place i now know is notorious for old stock and the beer improved in almost every aspect . taste is much fuller and whenever the price is right i will definitely be picking it up .,aroma,1.0,1
average golden appearance with lack of carbonation . nose reminiscent of a morning spent at a tuna cannery taste tinny and semi offensive mouthfeel a bastard child of black label and schaffer produced on a mexican holiday . drinkability deserves a lime nay requires a lime but will serve the purpose in a pinch .,aroma,0.2,0
very dark crimson clarity only visible through exposure to a high wattage bulb . slight crown of bubbles not much head . real nutty lagery aroma with slight hop notes and a sour malt profile . nothing special in the nose . taste is smooth with malty vanilla finishes with a light sweet caramel. this enhances the dark berry characteristics of the dark chocolate m ms i just ate . something freshly plant like in the mix of aroma and flavor . virtually no aftertaste . drinkable for a predominantly malty beer but absolutely nothing special . i will not shed a tear over the retirement of this predominantly average brew . schwarzbierish .,aroma,0.4,0
. for a single oz . at abc allright lets go ahead and give this bitch a whirl . i must warn you that in the past days i have had hopslam nugget nectar and jai alai and i am not normally an ipa drinker . a pours a nice clean dark orange . pretty good looking for an ipa . s not so much . the previous i mentioned assaulted you with hop smell . always reminds me of a brew day . this one assaults you with bubbles you have to stick your nose in to try and get the promised hoppiness t actually pretty clean . by no means the blast that other big ipa s carry but it delivers clean and crisp but subtle hops . i do n t know with the nugget nectar and the hopslam i m under the impression that you got ta drink this now . . as the ibu s are gon na fade rather quickly . there is no push to get this brew out to people so i think that this could sit for a while and be the same . or maybe it already has sat a while for all i know . m good like other nice ipa s i guess since i really do n t drink them d not bad . i would not go out of my way for it but considering it is available everywhere here in florida and victory is usually pretty solid i would pick it up again . but for a sicer i would probably get a jai alai since it is the loacl brew .,aroma,0.4,0
eyes . fingers of soapy head rise up to the top of my dogfish bubble glass the craggy head settles quickly crackling all the way ruby to brown hue decent amounts of carbonation make the trek from the bottom of the glass lacing is good the carbonation seems a bit much for an esb on the look but if it does not impact the feel i do n t see much of a problem . esbs are not stop traffic hot chicks but they are the type of chick that can give good head . so this is on par . nose . surprisingly musty tones of malt and caramel are lurking around the back of the joint but are n t quite in the door nothing offensive nothing aggressive . not much to quaff here taste etc . tastes a bit like the smell except the aftertaste really develops nicely up front it is slightly bitter with that musty flavor that leeches into the fluggel type flavor and rounds out with a mild cascade floral p ne hop character . the carbonation is spot on it carries the beer extremely well on the palette . very smooth with a nice medium body. easy to drink and pleasant . this is perfect at cellar temp . nothing too complex here but man this beer just is a pleasure to drink . verdict . if this was an everyday production esb harpoon would have a loyal customer . this drinks like a slightly hopped up brit but not so much to kill you with hops . i usually love hop overload but i am glad for the even hand here .,aroma,0.6,1
imperial red is poured from its tiny bottle into a tulip . appearance hey . a cherry skin red body with some auburn tinge that is cloudy and opaque . the white head was extremely thin to begin with and is now not even there . smell some slight alcohol twinge like a brandy . some fruity character to it it mostly resembles dark cherries . there is also a syrupy sweet quality to the nose . very good smell . taste there is a good amount of alcohol and hop bitterness on the palate for this one . the hops barely come through but seem piney in nature . the alcohol still has that slight sweet brandy quality to it . the fruitiness is not really as dominant or sweet on the palate . it is a little earthier in tone with some slight cherry character to it . this one is not as interesting on the palate as it was on the nose . mouth feel this one is fairly creamy and finishes mildly dry because of the alcohol in the finish . it is bordering more on medium than light body . not bad . overall an interesting amber with a distinct piney note that was no where to be found in the nose . it smells more like a barleywine and drinks like a very hoppy amber . i do not think the alcohol is inappropriate but it is a shame more of the nose is not present in the drink .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle poured into a nonic . thank you to one of my co workers for giving me this beer from his home country . a pours a clear yellow color that produced a good pure white fluffy head . some good retention too . s very dry . bone dry with mild earthy grass hay and straw notes . hints at a honey sweetness . t again dry but with an added mellow honey grass type of sweetness . m a good carbonation level . very light bodied with a smooth feel and subtle sweetness . d light as can be . a session beer if there ever was one . not much to it but it is easy on the palate and easy to enjoy,aroma,0.4,0
pours a black body with a decent sized brown head . however it fizzes away . not what i d expect from a milk stout buy only a minor flaw . nice aroma . chocolatey and roasty . body and mouthfeel are very weak . watery and thin . hardly any body at all . not very creamy . very little carbonation . flavor is pretty dull as well . baseline roast and coffee but pretty weak . this one does not impress me . the other two i had from this brewery did however . their canned ipa and canned english dipa .,aroma,0.8,1
received this brew in a recent trade with northerbrews . should be pretty darned interesting to say the least . drank from my stone india pale ale tulip while watching the ravens vs. dolphins . appearance pours a very dark and hazy brownish orange with a decent enough one finger creamy light tan head . the cap recedes fairly quickly leaving a fairly thin cap and thick collar . the alcohol must be impeding the lacing because i m surprised there is n t more . smell holy hoppy . if you grated a grapefruit and took a huge whiff of the white fleshy pith that remained on the fruit this is what it would smell like . loads of orange grapefruit pine lemongrass anise and red licorice . definitely the fruitiest nose i ve smelled in a long time maybe ever . i do n t think i could fathom how intense this must have been fresh well nine months fresh . some bubblegum and bourbon make there way into this nostrils as well adding a subtle woody vanillin . some caramel and more fruit to finish . taste the start is fairly sweet surprisingly as the bourbon wood and vanilla really stand out . kind of soapy with more of that red licorice and cotton candy . do n t let me fool you though the bitterness is indeed present just takes a second to build intensity . a bit of muted grapefruit and pineapple are fairly juicy and nice . i can imagine the intensity of the fruitiness would be off the charts if not for the nine months in the barrel . the beer is so close to cloying at times but the bitterness kicks in keeping that from happening . for being such a big beer i might almost say its balanced but i ll steer away from that word . loads of caramel and grapefruit pith to finish along with a slight spicy blast of alcohol . mouthfeel very full and heavy with a super slick almost oily feel with very very little carbonation . nice feeling brew . drinkability for being such an intensely flavored brew its actually pretty darned drinkable . the in this one works way better than the in the original part one anniversary ale . very very good beer though that i enjoyed quite a bit . thanks again jeff .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a mug . appearance holding the glass up to a light is like peering through a piece of amber . pours a subtle head that leaves a nice lacing on the glass . smell very floral perhaps corriander lavender or jasmine with a grapefruit light undertone . taste upfront blast of hops that starts and finishes very smooth for the amount of flavor . mouthfeel medium body to it without being heavy not exceptionally bitter but with a great combination of hop flavors . drinkability i m sad that i only bought a pack . fantastic beer that i love start to finish . perhaps a bit too strong to be a session beer for myself but when i m in the mood for one beer this is easily at the top of the list .,aroma,1.0,1
served cold it s a big slam of amarillo hoppy goodness . there is some malt to go along with it but it s mostly a hop bomb . let it warm up and it s almost a different beer . the malt sends the hops to the back seat and takes over . all said it s a fantastic beer . i could stick with it all night . my only complaint is the color . fora self proclaimed mondo red ale it s pretty copper almost brunette color .,aroma,0.6,1
cloudy if not nearly solid dark brown body . head is active but strangely uneven . still it s a nice looking beer . oh this excites me . sour cherries fresh pressed apple cider mild marble rye yeasty esters and a faint touch of alcohol . not sure how it will taste but it smells like a killer brew . interesting . i was actually expecting something much more sour than what i m left with . that is n t a horrible thing though because the resulting flavors range from subtle cherry tobacco baker s chocolate and a fair amount of brett on the finish . cloves lime peel and strong earthy flavors peek through after subsequent sips . complex and rewarding . effervecent and envigorating without overwhelming the tongue . much lighter than the appearance would lead you to believe and it resembles many other belgian style ales in this regard . maybe not everyone s cup of tea but i find it to be immensely drinkable and the alcohol is hardly noticable . quite good .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance clear burnt orange . quickly dissipating head leaving a nice cm froth . smell very intense aroma could smell it from a distance . strong sweet malt and faint unidentifiable fruitiness . flowery hops . taste much less malt flavours than was present in the nose . slight toffee flavours with a long smoky bitter hop finish . mouthfeel smoother and much less sticky than other doppelbocks . soft carbonation . drinkability smoother and easier drinking than is typical for the style . except for its strong bitter finish could make an excellent session beer . edit used this to marinate a steak with cracked black peppercorns garlic and olive oil . turned out fantastic .,aroma,1.0,1
just picked up a twelve pack last night . it is really tasty but not very strong . i do love reds so here we go . a appearance is nice dark red ale pretty thick with not a lot of head at all . s i did n t get a whole lot off the smell of this beer . i was hoping for more than what i got . t really nice taste with lots of hops . not a lot of taste at the end . m really heavy . heavier than expected.not a lot of carbonation . d average . it is really heavy for an amber ale or a red ale .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle thanks to sandstone . vintage . pours clear light golden with minimal head . aroma is pretty unpleasant . definitely some fart diaper in there along with sweaty gym socks and sweaty horseblanket or elephant coverer . oh yeah some tart strawberry in there too . flavor is much better but still not great . lots of strawberry and even a little sweat malt . barnyard and ever so slight diaper . yes i have actually eaten all of these things so do n t doubt me on this . only mildly tart . medium bodied and a little flat on the palate . drinkability is above average . overall still not the biggest fan of hanssens .,aroma,0.4,0
big can . ca n t wait . the appearance with these cans is always awesome . a cascading cream tan color cascades into a thick white head . groggy hazy brown color in the body . a little sour but the malt comes through in the aroma . flavor is a superbly sweet caramel malt but with a kick of almond . the mouthfeel is creamy and thick but somehow underwhelming the drink is a guzzler waiting to happen,aroma,0.6,1
served in straight pint glass . poured a hazy cloudy orangeish amber color with just about an inch of slightly off white head that dissipated at a moderate pace and left medium lacing . the aroma was more subdued than i expected from this nw brewer a pleasant blend of floral and citrus hop scents . the flavor however was far bolder than the aroma had led to me to expect . a solid malt foundation something lacking in a lot of highly regarded ipas supports a veritable hop explosion . that blend of hops the nose promised is delivered in spades floral pine and citrus are all solidly represented here . the body was also a pleasant surprise solid and full but not heavy or filling . drinkability is very good having several of these has been an easy accomplishment . overall a very good bordering on great example of the style . worth effort to find .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer is a rich yellowish gold color with a medium thick white head and fair lacing . the aroma is very kinetic spice yeast banana and hops abound . medium bodied with a flavor reminiscent of both a belgian and a strong hefe . citrus spice hops and bananas all vie for attention . there is almost too much going on in the flavor . spicy alcohol and sweet fruit and yeast in the finish . i liked this one substancially more than the . . but i think it would improve a bit with more age .,aroma,0.9,1
from notes . oz bottle . pour attractive orange amber with high clarity under a finger of white foam fizzling to a sparse coating . nose oaky vanilla caramel toffee and apple skins dominate this so called imperial ipa . taste sweet caramel apples golden syrup and honey up front with a boozy duh and metallic hop finish . feel syrupy and dense cooling alcohol with fine velvety carbonation . drinkability overall not at all what i was expecting from this mother of all ipas . insanely sweet and syrupy like most of dfh s super beers ww stout raison d extra . more of a super sweet barleywine or old ale . where are all the hops .,aroma,1.0,1
wow where to begin . at least after this i wo n t have to watch anymore annoying soccer . poured into a brandy snifter where it belongs . a pours a nice murky amber very little head . s boy the malts and molasses really come through . this smells so sweet . t malts and more malt got molasses honey some cinnamon i think . m hugely hot . d you can only have one of these in a week . the alcohol presence is huge . i thought my cellaring project was going to be pretty simple a couple of bigfoot s a year and i would be good . going to get a couple of bottle of this and let them sit,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into a glass . a yellow and somewhat hazy . carbonation coming nicely up the side of the glass . shart white head . more of a yellow orange color actually though far more on the yellow side . s malt grain and hops really come through nicely . very strong and extremely pleasant . smells like a well made beer should taste . t so i fear this may not have journeyed overseas in the best of manners . smooth for sure but very alcoholy in the mouth . just not a lot more going on than that . truly dissapointing . m light bodied mild carbonation . quite average . d not reccomended . a decent beer but the alcoholic aftertaste very much hurts the overall score in this category .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a nice big head initially a full inch but rapidly dissipates to a thin layer of clingy suds that leaves a pretty fair amount of lacing . clear . sort of a dull copper in color . s more subdued than i would like from the style . there are some nice toasted malty aromas here . no hop smells . smells are good but a bit of warming and some good swirling could n t help much . i have had this beer in the fridge for a few months so i wonder if the age has dulled the aromas any . t nice clean malty sweetness right up front . letting it rest on the tongue for a second or two brings out some fainter toasty flavors . very low hoppy character . finish is slightly bitter but seems to just get you ready for the next sip . good flavors but again a bit more restrained than i like in a marzen especially in a festbier . m very smooth with a medium body . carbonation is spot on . alcohol level is a bit higher than a normal marzen and is very nicely done . superb job here . d n i would really like to review this beer again with a fresh bottle . as it stands this beer takes a hit for the smell but does a fantastic job everywhere else . highly drinkable very satisfying and an all around good beer . if you see this beer i d recommend you buy a few . edit to add yes i know it s the wrong time of year but is there ever a wrong time for a good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a the beer is very pale straw yellow . clear as to be expected . the head was busy at first but has since died down to an electric white cap atop the beer . lots of activity within the beer . in terms of american malt liquor it looks average especially compared to its aml peers . s surprisingly i m getting some clove this is very fruity . i m pretty amazed . i asked my wife who does n t know what beer i have in my glass and she even said cinnamon clove and grapefruit . crazy . t this is a beast definitely an aml . malts and the ever present alcohol taste . i m also getting the slight clove taste as well as the familiar lager taste . m feels like a beer and especially an aml .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from bottle to tumbler . ca n t believe i have n t reviewed this yet i drink it a ton . appearance golden dark orange almost brown with a finger had that stays and laces very nicely . lots of yeast sediment in the bottle . smell not much just a little bit of citrusy hops candy a bit of alcohol and a bit of sweet caramel malt . smells of cascade hops . taste starts out with a sweet caramel malt taste followed by some grassy and earthy hops a bit of citrus twang mostly as graperfuit and then the bitterness . pears on the end . not overly bitter very sessionable . mouthfeel very smooth and bites the tongue nicely.this one is just about right for its weight . drinkability could probably easily do the pack have never tried though challenge time . another great new glarus beer .,aroma,0.6,1
what can i say . it s the end of the world . i have n t seen a better example of a belgian tripel anywhere outside of belgium . the appearance is the only thing i am not a fan of . considering the amount of excitement that i get out of corking a bottle of this brew pouring it into a glass leaves me a tad disappointed . the head is short lived with relatively huge bubbles and the color frankly makes me think of urinalysis test jars . however that is where the problems end . i want to offer this beer to a blind person to see whether or not their other senses make it even better than it already is . the smell is as close to perfection as i can imagine . no words appropriately describe this but if i had to use nasal experiences as adjectives i would choose stomped grapes freshly cut grass with notes of that first rain of late summer . the taste follows the same but there is the slightest bit of astringency at the end . this is not necessarily a bad thing . it really is dependent on serving temperature . the last few sips out of my pilsner glass are warmer because of my hand and that is where the tiniest bit of off flavor jumps out . still with a . in that category you can see that it is almost entirely negligible . the mouthfeel is n t the greatest thing ever because of the large bubbles it does n t flow to the back of the tongue as well as a true belgian but the flavor itself masks this problem extremely well . a is the worst score i could imagine giving it . as for drinkability it is just amazing that this is a abv brew . very few strong beers mask their alcohol this well . the only one i can think of off hand is widmer s braggot which is a vastly inferior brew to this although good in its own right . obviously this is n t something i would be able or afford to sit down and drink all night but i ll be damned if it does n t disappear with startling celerity . if i may say so i believe unibroue and this beer in particular is the greatest thing to come out of quebec with georges st. pierre being the second greatest . edit i guess i m not the only one who thinks the color is pissy based on the review before mine . ha . still not a big deal .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a nice brownish amber color with a thin layer of foam atop the brew resting there more like a bit of oil in a puddle than actual head . clear ruby brown the ruby brown thing came from the bottle . smell is sweet molases carmel and the like . the taste is . meh . it s alright though not impressive by any stretch of the imagination . i used to drink this all the time when no other real craft beers were available so it kind of got me into beers but in time it has lost some of its allure . do n t know if they changed anything but i think it s more likely that my tastes have simply changed . oh well . not bad but not great either .,aroma,0.8,1
vintage . ml bottle at the white horse at parsons green london . unusual overwhelming and lovely aroma of port wine raisins and dried figs hints of barnyard . very sweet like drinking a sweet sherry with carbonation . warming mouthfeel as expected from an . beer . its definitely not a beer id drink every day but it sure was an interesting experience . the sweetness makes this an alternative to sherry or port rather than another beer . ml is definitely enough for one sitting . i understand that some people find it cloying but with a beer this rich in aroma and flavour i accept the sweetness .,aroma,1.0,1
a nice clear golden with a white head that fades quickly s light lemony malty with grass t lemon flavor stays throughout finishes very smooth very slight hop flavor d very drinkable beer nice lemon flavor that makes it very refreshing . a great summer lawnmower beer without a doubt .,aroma,0.6,1
this one surprised me a bit . having previously tasted the minute i was expecting a beer that would knock me out considering a abv from dfh . the beer poured smoothly from the bottle into a small snifter . very minimal head barely any lacing . dark amber almost cognac like color . scent did n t blow me away . not too intense with the alcohol . thought mostly of baked apple and hearty fruits . then again i had this beer after thanksgiving desert so this could have just been my surroundings . the taste was very well balanced . sweetness was not too overpowering but certainly present . very little aftertaste practically cleansed the palate . other reviews have remarked this beer as going flat quickly . did not experience this the champagne like texture decreased from the initial pour but hardly disappeared completely . overall enjoyed this beer a great deal . as opposed to dfh which i am still reluctant to approach a second time despite its quality i did n t feel the sting of this abv . would highly consider having another in the future .,aroma,0.6,1
one of the many outstanding bottles shared at a tasting we had last night at beerloco s . big thanks to ryan for bringing this gem . appearance pours an attractive radiant blood orange with a finger white crown that displays moderate retention and decent lace . smell this one is all about that distinctive fruity grape note thinks welsh s grape jelly filled grape bubblegum in the beginning that then gets washed over by a classic cantillon urine and yeast wave . truly unique and highly enjoyable . taste same as the nose but more integrated and not as grape dominant as the nose . i d give it a . if i could . mouthfeel thin fairly spritzy and slightly watery in the finish . my lease favorite aspect of this brew . drinkability all day and all of the night .,aroma,1.0,1
very deep dark brown with burgundy highlights . clear liquid with a tan crme brle colored head that faded rather quickly . cereal malt and licorice along with chocolate roast coffee cola notes and dark fruits currants blackberries . highlighted the aromas . very complex . thin to medium body with tastes of malted cereal light residual sugar followed by roasted and hoppy bitterness . finishes in a swirl of the above flavors dominated by mineral and hops bitterness . i am still amazed by the complexity of smells in this brew .,aroma,1.0,1
kicking it in brazil at a local establishment the double b . . . and my host was buying stella for session purposes . unfortunately . this night stella just was n t doing it for me . .seemed very heavy and not satisfying . the color is golden and clear with good corbonation . there is noe smell other than grain . the taste seemed heavy that evening and there was a grain taste present . the mouthfeel again was rated lower due to the heavyness that evening . its an ok beer . certainly better than budwieser .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle says best before december . into the glass it goes . pours a medium golden color with an orange cast . clear with a one finger white head that fades fast but leaves good lacing . smells awesome . if this tastes anywhere near as good as it smells i will be happy . smells more like a belgian golden ale to me than a blonde but what are style categorizations anyway . has a sweet fruity richness heavy on the stone fruit . lovely peach aromas with some pleasant tropical notes . topped off by light citrus hops . pure sweet crisp balanced and delicious . taste is hoppier and less balanced than the smell . the peach and sweetness is still there though it s more subdued . hops are present mostly as a tingly bitterness . i find that light bitterness clashes with the rest of the flavor though so it comes off as two different beers banging heads with each other . very dry clean finish with only a little lingering bitterness . light body . carbonation is evasive sometimes it feels fizzy at other times flat . dries out quickly but leaves my mouth slick a strange combination . another beer that starts strong but loses ground . the smells are simply fantastic if i have another bottle i may just let it sit and inhale the fumes rather than actually drinking it . the flavors do n t blend well leaving it unbalanced and hard to enjoy .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer is not terrible for what it is its really easy drinking and is not offensive in anyone aspect . its definitely a way watered down version of there regular lager but its still not a bad beer for a light beer . basically this is a good option if you are looking for a long session beer . its strong point is obviously its drinkability and its low point is you cant definitely at times feel its very watered down .,aroma,0.4,0
had on tap at blind tiger s christmas in july event and served in a oz . tulip glass . a brown with a little hint of gold . no head to be found note that the beer is very cold though . s sweet pectins and honey . t the best feature of this beer . i m not used to drinking eisbocks but man is this tasty . rich caramel berries and lots of wheat . booze is definitely present . m carbonation is found in the feel of this beer . slick and oily which makes this easier to go down . d maybe i m a bit of a boozehound but i drank this one way too quickly . overall a good representation of the style and a treat to have all the way from warren mi .,aroma,0.6,1
not really bad if your looking ta drink and not wast money . but i really wasnt imprest with the thickness of head when poored into my shooter i never had this beer before and of course didnt pick it out my self girlfriend made the beer run so over all its wortrh a try but i wont be buying this beer a second time.barnan b,aroma,0.3,0
tapered color pale hay to deep gold from bottom to top . thin layer of head caps the unfiltered body . unexpected hop presence leads into understated wheat lemon scent . simple but pleasant . when i recover from the aggressive fizzy nature of the beer i m struck by the relatively watery taste left behind . finish is bitter in an off putting fashion almost like the wheat had turned . as noted too fizzy and slightly watery . this is on the list with goose island as uninspired wheat beers produced by top notch breweries . not offensive just not really worth the time .,aroma,0.8,1
this one pours a very cloudy and dark orange color with a tall head that has great retention and leaves just a little lacing on the glass . the aroma is very weak . actually i ca n t get any aroma even with a big swirl . the flavor is pretty nice . has a lot of creamy banana bidness going on but it s lacking a certain zip and crisp finish that i d like to see . not much orange or citrus going on either . the mouthfeel is kinda creamy and the drinkability is great . this is a very tasty beer and i could drink it all the time love the big flavors of banana . but it s missing a certain crispness that i look for in my hefe .,aroma,0.6,1
another ccb brew made possible by trade w alieniloquium . thanks bro . bottle date looks like a pours similar to it s orginal form with a hazy sort of cooked caramel caramel color and a thin cap of off white frothy foam . some nice lace along the glass . s aroma is much more subdued here with a more pronounced spice and pinecone nose . able to pick up a more bready malt aroma than i recall with the original as well . t hops are mellowed a bit too compared to the og or maybe they have started to drop off . either way i pick up more caramel malt flavors with an interesting sort of nutty smokiness to it . still hoppy with tropical fruits and botanicals notes here . more of that distinct earthy spice for sure . the oak is very subtle and you really have to search for it but it does linger and the combination of flavors gives off a very citrus orange like flavor . really nice . again rather light or void even on the overall bitterness to the palate . finishes light dry and crisp with mild abv detection . m great mf as well with a slightly sticky and slick coat to the tongue . overall a very creamy light bodied brew that is delicate on the palate . would love to try on cask . d much like the original a really nice fruity ipa that is incredibly light and smooth in body with no offensive sharp hop bitter bite . an interesting take on an oaked ipa . not really alot of wood flavor here and i definitely think the hop aroma flavors were less pungent than the orginal . that being said still very hoppy and delicous with an overall flavor impression of a sort of sour orange fruit drink .,aroma,0.6,1
the package of saranac caramel porter i picked up read limited edition . i wonder if the brewer realized after the fact that he had made a grave mistake and has solemnly promised not to make another batch . the beer pours beautiful dark brown with a hint of redness and produces a nice head . the smell is very sweet with hints of a chemical solvent . the flavor is excessively sweet with some maltiness and a touch of unpleasant astringency . neither hop bitterness nor alcohol content is sufficient to counter the unappropriate sweetness which lingers as a sticky aftertaste . next time less caramel and more porter please .,aroma,0.3,0
on tap at the rose crown in palo alto oz pour . a has a mahogany colored body that lightens toward red when held to the light . was skillfully poured with an inch of head that dissolves slowly into a light film on the brew with lacing left behind . s lots of dates figs plums floral hops and earthy yeast . could stand to be a stronger aroma though it was n t very pungent . took a lot of swirling and sniffing to get all this out . t an initially sweet backbone of bready malt and candied sugar . it blossomed into a nice smorgasbord of dark fruit flavors with dates figs and plums rounding it out . they faded slightly into the end which saw a strong character of floral hops and earthy yeast battling it out . ultimately a dry finish with a little yeast in there . not too sticky though . m medium bodied but manages to be creamy with its medium carbonation . no warming effect from the alcohol . d goes down really nicely and smoothly . i d like to have this again .,aroma,0.6,1
a ounce foil wrapped bottle with a best by date of . into a tulip . the body is a hazy straw color and has some yeasty sediment floating around in it . the head is perfectly white and consists of numerous relatively large bubbles . unfortunately it does not last long and little to no lacing is left in its wake . the smell is of strong apple juice sugar some spice a bit of yeasty funk faint straw and some muddle earthy notes . taste is of candy apple backed by prune juice . really this tastes like carbonated juice and not at all like a beer i ve encountered before all i can think about is an apple capri sun that thirsty children would drink during half time of their pee wee soccer games . the sugars from the apple and prune dominate everything except a minty toothpaste like finish . quite unpleasant . mouth is crisp and well carbonated but finishes very sticky and sugary . overall this is a very odd beer and not one i ll be picking up again any time soon .,aroma,0.8,1
. oz bottle . poured a dark black color with a huge sized tan head . this one poured almost all head . aromas of roast chocolate and some dark fruits . tastes of roast caramel and dark fruits . way to over carbonated with detracted from the overall pleasure of drinking this one . notes from,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle at a pizzeria best they had a clear red to amber a really small head fades away quickly and leaves no lacing s a strong but not really good smell . malt and a touch of caramel t again mostly sweet malts but nicely balanced by some citrus and especially lemon hints . the end is a bit more hoppy . nice but really flat gets boring after a while m this beer is very light almost watery but still has a decent feel due to a nice crispness that backs up the malt flavour and gives it a minimal life d sure this is a thirst quencher and an easy drink nothing worth remembering,aroma,0.4,0
im kind of disappointed in this oneid been sitting on the bottle for a few weeks in eager anticipation . it didnt meet my expectations . pours a very hazy almost milky yellow orange color . the head is fairly thin and fizzy producing almost no lace . the aroma is intense in a pine tree sap lemon pepper oily hop way . little yeast and meaty fruit underneath but it just didnt seem to come together for me . taste is citrusy as well without much malt to balance things . its not a bitter beer and the finish seems more yeasty than anything . interesting yes . would i have it again not if i were buying .,aroma,0.8,1
this is a beer i was super excited about . tried it at the sib . oz pour was really nice beautiful white head on top of a golden body . smell was out of this world . very fresh hop smell got me all excited about the fist sip but . taste was very underwhelming . over sweet almost sickly sweet . i can understand this in a stout but in an ipa it seems very out of place . it was hard to pinpoint any other flavors . i ll admit my palatte is n t fine tuned but it was hard with the one dimensional there was no discernable alcohol taste which is amazing considering the reported abv . i just really wish they would cut back on the malt a bit to lessen some of the sweet taste . really this could go on pancakes and be acceptable as a syrup . mouthfeel was pretty good . carbonation was right on target but it was hard to leave it on my tongue for more than a moment due to the pervasive sweetness . overall drinkability i am rating low because this is really a special beer . i can see someone enjoying this after dinner sipping slowly but other than that it s hard to imagine a situation where i d be really enjoying this . i plan on trying it again sometime but for my first tasting this was rather dissapointing .,aroma,1.0,1
this is a fairly light copper colored brew . pours a foamy head that persists throughout the drinking . almost no aroma when poured . easy to quaff but not much reward for doing so . i probably could have been convinced that this was a lager if i did n t pour it myself . not much to distinguish it for a small brewery . if you really like this just buy a bud and save yourself a few bucks .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer has a slightly cloudy amber colour with a head that does n t last that long . i smell some is very weak i got almost nothing from it served too cold . . the flavour of this beer starts out malty then becomes hoppy with some really nice fruitiness . the finish is really smooth no bitterness .,aroma,0.6,1
a cloudy and orange pours a large fingers of head with little head retention . s extemely sweet and malty with hints of floral aroma hops . t flavor is light and watery with bready malt and leafy esters . sickly sweet on the tip of the tongue and a hint of alcohol in the back of the throat which grows more prominent as the beer warms . m hardly any carbonation with a smooth mouthfeel . leaves the mouth wet but the tongue a bit dry . d the alcohol is a bit too apparent for a beer with . abv . the flavor and aroma are good enough to have couple of these beers but there is n t much to want to bring you back . my cents this beer is a little better on the cool side . the alcohol comes out as it warms and it begins to taste like a watered down arrogant bastard ale . this is not a sipping beer at least not for me .,aroma,0.9,1
a light ruby colored with a light white head and slight lacing s great deep fig caramel aroma very sweet t again deep fig and caramel flavor some slight pepperyness and some cotton candy flavors m good carbonation but a little thin feeling d very drinkable just on the edge of being too sweet but not,aroma,1.0,1
pours like a sprite loud and fizzy w tons of carbonation and a . finger head that s got huge fizzy bubbles just like a soda . straw color body punctuated by bubble streams . head thins to halo and a smattering of lacing . does n t look like beer at all more like ginger ale . aroma is of sweet malt grain and corn some tart sugar notes like an apricot . tastes of toasted malt very highly carbonated with sharp bubbles that fizz out so that the swallow is like swallowing an air bubble . the taste is n t too bad very much like a blonde but there s some alcohol flavor that comes through that s not too desirable . of the jerome beers i ve had this is definitely the weakest .,aroma,0.6,1
poured this into a tulip . the beer pours dark brown very dark damn near black sitting in my glass . sitting atop is a thin layer of light tan head that sits for about a minute with thin lacing . another malt bomb for me . lots of rich malts with dark fruity characteristics . plumbs come to mind with a cranberry aroma layered with cinnamon and a maple kind of sweetness . the taste is not quite as rich as the aroma . slight hints of pine and not quite as much fruit presence as i d expected . prunes and plumbs are noticeable with a bit of a spicy undertone . decent but the aroma certainly outshines the actual flavors . the mouthfeel is kind of light on this one . good carbonation though so not much to complain about i just wish it was a bit heavier . certainly enjoyable kind of a craft beer classic that i m always happy to grab every year .,aroma,0.9,1
anno the sucky one . appearance pours a burgundy tinged brown with no head to speak of some soapy bubbles and what looks like an oily film . the fine bubbles slowly trailing up the glass prove that this is in fact somewhat carbonated . good color and the overall appearance becomes much more appealing when the soapy suds disappear . smell has a sturdy vinegar character perhaps the red wine variety . roast malt berries perhaps some sherry . i ve smelled worse vinegarized flanders beers but i m not loving this aroma . taste the mouth is first greeted by a sudden burst of bright acidity followed by subtle roast malt cocoa berry tartness red wine and a mild sherry like oxidation character . slightly earthy not so much funky . the sour level is strong for a bruin but not in the least bracing it hits the mark well . interesting . mouthfeel as the appearance suggested it s nearly still . it has a fuller viscous body to it that somewhat makes up for the lack of spritzy carbonation . overall do n t let the totals core fool you i quite enjoyed this one . not the crisp mellow sipper that is goudenband or bellegems bruin but it has great depth of flavor and is very unique . i recommend it . additional note many of my friends have mentioned that this vintage tates like cool whip . i m almost mad that there s nothing reminding me of fake whipped cream .,aroma,0.4,0
pours with an orange color and no rolling bubbles . leaving a head that drifts away . it has a great smell of having trouble explaining other than sweet . followed by a very rich and smooth start followed by a bitter finish . though it does n t show any carbonation it has plenty in the feel . this is a very drinkable beer but there are many more much better .,aroma,1.0,1
the stone pale ale poured a slightly cloudy copper orange with a medium off white head that quickly went to a lacing that stuck to the glass on the way down . it had a faint grassy hoppy smell . the initial taste was some bitterness with a touch of citrus . it had a pretty strong bitter finish that mellowed as i drank it the draft version was also mellower and smoother . overall this was a fine specimen of a pale ale which is not my favorite style .,aroma,0.6,1
not so sure why it has such good ratings but. north coast brewing s red seal ale pours a big fat head over a cloudy amber brew . the nose is ale yeast and disapointing . the flavor is round malt propped up with sharp herbal hops with a lingering grassy hop finish . mouthfeel is crisp but fairly full .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance clear straw gold smell mild alcohol smell taste skunky with very slight malt backup mouthfeel light bla drinkability could be drank in quantities exept for the price . this was a fresh pack bought from a fast moving supermart . overmarketed bland and to expensive for what you get .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle into chimay glass . pours with f of tan head over a deep brown body with tons of visible carbonation clinging to the sides . rich sweet and delicious aromas red grapes port wine toffee chocolate covered cherries . dark fruits carry over into the flavor with a light spice in the middle . almost a juicy cherry pie quality . some cordial liquer . mouthfeel is great for a doppelbock . not too thick or cloying . almost refreshing . a very easy drinking doppelbock with terrific aromas and a surprisingly light flavor and mouthfeel . a good gateway into the style .,aroma,1.0,1
the light version of labatt s flagship blue is yet another light beer for the masses with little taste . although quite watery and lacking in character i did manage to find some redeemable attributes in this beer that puts it a half a notch above some other light beerwater . labatt blue light pours a pale straw color with a thin white foam head that disappears in about seconds . the smell is of a very cheap light beer some slight fruitiness but the dominating feature is the musty soapy smell which strikes me as somewhat dirty . the mouthfeel is unsurprisingly watery and fizzy . on the palette this beer does have a somewhat fruity quality to it with some underlying light malt and grains . wateriness takes over most of this beer s character . there is an actual hop bitterness in the finish as well . the aftertaste is quite light with barely some continuing fruitiness and grains . after a few moments corn becomes very pronounced . this beer finishes with no alcoholic warmth either . the fact that i detected hops in this beer surprised me along with the somewhat fruity notes . i still do n t find this as clean as any of molson s products but i would still rank it above many american light beers ahem coors and bud light .,aroma,0.3,0
extra in a trade . a nice ruby copper color with a inch white head that slowly fades . very good looking . s smells super earthy and hoppy . grapefruit notes in the middle . not much on the backend . ok. t super grapegruit bitterness . earthy notes in the middle with not much on the backend . ewww i hate grapefruit . m very good for an ipa . d goes down ok. all in all eh this is not a special brew . i am not an ipa fan mainly because i despise the grapefruit characteristics of an ipa . if you like ipa s then this is definitely worth a try but otherwise it s not .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . from batch served in a duvel tulip . thanks to spycow for this bottle . pours a very light shade of clarity with excellent clarity . a half finger white head lasts for some time leaving great lacing all around the glass . the smell is very barleywine esque . leather figs and dates abound . it s quite sweet with a honey character that s pretty pleasing . some brandy notes but it s not overly booze . all in all it resembles a fairly average american barleywine . the taste is a totally different matter . sweet vibrant strawberries . vanilla beans and a whole bunch of toffee . tart green apples and some figs for good measure . a little bit of brown sugar and some wood too . there s really not too much alcohol in the taste though it s quite warm going down . this is delicious and quite spirit like . a touch on the overcarbonated side but the body is a pleasing medium thickness . for how big of a beer this is it s remarkably easy to drink . delicious a really excellent beer from hair of the dog . this batch is drinking phenomenally right now and i d love to get my hands on some more .,aroma,0.6,1
the beer pours out a cloudy roan it s a color someone told me about with a thin beige head . floaties seen throughout the glass appears to be yeast sediment . the aroma was alcohol front center . hints of caramel and bready malt are also around but take some work to pick up . the taste was caramel and nuts . it also had a tartness and cherry like character to it probably from the oak aging . the mouthfeel is pretty full . this is one very drinkable and enjoyable barleywine . it s definitely a sipper and it s tasty .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from nitro can to pint glass . a rich opaque coloring with finger full creamy head that did not dissipate . really nice looking brew . s nose rather faint tones that i picked up mostly chocolate . t m creamy textures throughout with some smokiness mixed in . quite nice i think i prefer this to the standard guiness but not to the guiness extra . d heavens yes highly drinkable . i have to say that i am not the biggest fan of the creamy stout but for what it is this is a quality brew .,aroma,0.6,1
chilled . l bottle with swing top cage and ceramic and rubber stopper . poured into a tall pilsner glass . bright golden amber body with a very crisp clean appearance and haze or cloudiness . generated a huge white and fluffy mass of head that dried away fairly rapidly . aromatically there is n t much to report other then a very soft yeast and peppered with malt aroma that is rather one dimensional and consistent . in the mouth this is definitely very fresh clean and crisp with malty notes and floral hops coming through . light to medium carbonation and light bodied . overall there is not a lot to jump up and down with this offering particularly so if you have tasted the style from many other german and austrian brewers . it is always hard to critique this style mostly because of the close similarities between them and the brewers requirements to fit within rigid parameters . however great examples always stand out and this definitely is n t a stand . having said that if you want a pilsner and you love the style and this available to you then i recommend trying it .,aroma,0.4,0
a i love the green bottle with the old school painting on it with the copyright there as well . very cool . the beer inside prevents this area from receiving full marks though . .with a very clean clear straw color . the head was very thin and dissapeard rather quickly after pouring leaving about a half ring around the liquid . it looks like there is heavy carbonation and there is n t any lacing on the side of the glass . s there is a predominantly grainy aroma to this beer . very light like rice or corn was used . maybe just a hint of sweet malt can be detected here but nothing that i could really put my finger on . no bitter hop aromas either . just a very neutral smell . t i actually think this tastes ok.not great but not offensive . the malts do come through here better and i can detect the grainy goodness in the flavor as well . unfortunately this does n t have a well defined flavor to it and there is n t any hops on the finish either but rather a some metallic notes . m this is fairly watery but not as bad as say bud coors light or miller . it does have some mild texture to it that smooths out the otherwise heavy carbonation . this does n t really remind me of anything other than another beer that s slightly better than the norm . d full marks here . i would n t be upset at all if this was the choice of beer to enjoy for an evening with friends or as a thirst quencher . good all purpose brew and a notch above the other american macros that i ve had .,aroma,0.3,0
a very dark brown color . about a one finger tan head with moderate retention . some lacing but not strong . s good smell lots going on . good variety of malts here . an earthy woody smell comes out first . undertones include roasted malts chocolate caramel and a little coffee . t the taste does n t live up to the smell . very sweet malts overpower the complexity of the taste . not bad but not good either just average way to sweet . m good mouth feel . manages to stay full and clean although syrupy at the same time . somewhat unique in feel . d too sweet to have more than one pf these . overall this beer is n t bad but the sweetness of it just covers up all the complexity to me that is lying underneath . i can still tell it is there but you have to search for it . seems like some people are crazy over this one but just not my cup of tea while not bad just seems like this could be better .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to mmtmatrix for this twelve oz . bottle . a the ipa pours with a pale amber color a bright sun like color when light is focused on it . the ale is brilliantly clear with no sign of any imperfection . a touch of head laced around the mouth of the glass before disappearing . s the nose is a blast of citrus aroma practically dripping with hop juices . the aromas are so strong and concentrated that it is easy to forget that this is an ipa without the big d. t the mouth retains the piquant hop aromas flicking their hop devilish flames on the tastebuds . herbs and grassy flavors add a natural floral taste to the body creating a green onion like spiciness . citrusy grapefruit and oily pine flavors become apparent mid sip replacing the floral herbs . malts know their place and keep a caramel flavor subtly in the background . the one drawback is that alcohol is reasonably warm on the tongue making itself known throughout the sip . m the hoppiness is intense from the first sip to the last . the array of floral fruit and herbal hop flavors will keep you coming back . d the hop bitterness may overpower the tastebuds quickly so a bottle or two will be enough .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle into glass at eureka . redlands . a dark brown translucent . a white head that disappears in seconds . no lacing s chlorine toasted malts and chocolate . wait chlorine . i think they did n t treat their water and the riverside water is now going to bite then in the butt . this is not going to go well . t chlorine the cruddy riverside tap water flavor dominates the palate . any dark malt flavor is muted . most disgusting porter i have ever tried . m the chlorine is affecting the mouthfeel and making it gritty . not that pleasant . o this beer is utterly horrible . i d prefer a bmc light lager over this . porter is one of my favorite styles and the bad water treatment did this one in . i only drank half the bottle before walking away . iebc needs to clean it up or their beers will end up as sewer water .,aroma,0.2,0
i bought this hoping to discover another great english ipa and i was a little disappointed . first i crack the bottle i ca n t help but take a quick whiff from the bottle ugh gross . this beer is the most wretched smelling brew i have ever smelt before . i have bottles of vinegar that smell better than this and that is all this beer smells like . the taste is average at best with a moderate hop profile i was expecting a lot more . maybe this is a bad brew because my stomach is already upset with me over the quarter pint i have consumed . the rest is going in the sink .,aroma,0.2,0
oz . bottle a pours a dark red with a pallid white head average retention spotty lacing . s strong notes of malt and caramel sugary smell . t sour tinge kind of tangy on the first sip . that goes away and the main flavour gives a light toasty malt and a mild grassy hop bitterness . m very light lager feel like the bottom dropped out of it . relatively smooth but its lightness is a distraction . d a fair beer from lakefront i really did n t like it but i did n t hate it either . drinkable but i do n t see myself getting this again .,aroma,0.8,1
old chub comes to me in a pint glass a chill hazed dark maroon with almost no head though i think that s more a result of how the bartender poured it . effervescent bubbles rise quickly to the roof . the aroma is far more subtle than i d like . i can barely notice anything but i do pick up some brown sugar and cola sweetness . this thing is sweet and bubbly one step above soda really . the comparison is fitting because this almost tastes like i m drinking dr. pepper . some notes of cinnamon brown sugar and bubble gum peek out amongst it all . feels smooth over then tongue with a nice medium body . old chub had been calling my name for a while but i have to admit i was slightly underwhelmed . it was good but definitely wo n t rank among my top scottish ales .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into oz tulip . a burnt orange hazy with very few streams of visable carbonation . very little head leaves a snakey lacing which melts down the side into nothingness . if it werent for the pretty color this wouldnt be a whole lot to look at . s i m not picking up on much . malts caramel sweetness . t creamy caramel sweet fruity banananess low spice with a clean hop finish . i like it . m suprized by the carbonation . very prickly still smooth medium heaviness . d overall in a longer beer session i could fit this in towards the end but i d skip it if i had lots of options . not bad but not super memorable .,aroma,0.4,0
poured with a small very thick and creamy cream colored head that soon settled down to large islands and lots of clingy lace . color is a clear copper amber . aroma is malt caramel fruit and a hint of butterscotch . flavor is very sweet with malt and fruit standing out along with a little butterscotch . body is full and round but carbonation very soft bordering on flat . finish is like flavor and of average length . way to sweet for me . no more .,aroma,0.7,1
poured in a mj tasting glass . pours a rich copper color with an inch of off white head . good mix of small and medium sized bubbles . head collapses to about an eighth of an inch . aromas of strong malt and a little alcohol . first sip is of malt then tannins then carbonic bite . then a little alcohol bite . not what i was imagining from an imperial o fest . i thought the malt would be more pronounced with no carbonic bite . perhaps a little alcohol bite . mouthfeel is a little chewy which is good . but the main aftertaste is tannins which is not good . drinkability is okay . i do n t know if i ll crack the second one i bought to try another day or trade it away . glad i got to try it have n t had too many clipper cities .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a pint . a a dark mahogany brew with a finger tan head of thick foam . fades slowly and leaves a decent amount of very thick lacing s i m instantly hit with rich aromas of sweet caramel malt buttery toffee and dark fruit . also grapefruit and piney hop aromas . great balance . t upfront a blend of caramel malt and grapefruit . finishes with a sharp grapefruit peel earthy and grassy hops toffee plum and citrus . m smooth entry to a medium full body . the hops help it to a dry resiny finish . overall alot different than i expected stylewise and more flavorful than expected . the scotch ale character makes this one very unique but the unforgivable hoppiness does n t allow it to steal the show . i could blast off with a red rocket ale anyday .,aroma,1.0,1
i poured this beer into my tubler at degrees . the beer was a nice mahoganny color . it poured a fair head that oozed coffee and hints of toffee mingling nicely . i was excited . however the taste was extremely bitter and ruff . to me the beer was an odd mix that could use some refinning a good begginning but a ruff finish . i will not buy again .,aroma,0.8,1
huge thanks to beerfmandy for another alpine beer procured on his trip out west . bottle split and poured into my tulip the beer is golden yellow with a slight orange tint . two fingers of off white head settle leaving spotty lace . the aroma is mostly citrus hops . however there are a few components that perplex me . i pick out an off putting burnt rubber smell and a bit of onion . it also seems a touch skunky . the flavor is much better than the nose . citrus like hops are the main thing i pick up . a slight grassiness and a bit of the burnt rubber is there again . medium bodied with moderate carbonation . overall a bit of a dissapointment . expo and duet were quite good . their brother nelson not so much . maybe another bottle someday will change my mind .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy orange color bright and light . little head but a decent ring of foam stick around and there s some solid lacing . smell is barely detectable . some very faint light wheat a bit of grassy hops and yeast . but not much there at all and what is there is n t impressive . taste is a little better with some vegetable hops . finish turns to an unpleasant watery bitterness . i do n t pick up much wheat . mouthfeel is light bodied medium carbonation . could use some more bubbles but not bad . finish is watery and thin . meh . everything about this beer is pretty blah . okay it s a pale wheat ale so my expectations are n t real high but this one still fails to meet them .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a day old growler into a tulip glass . nice white head but it did n t stick around long . i did n t notice that strong banana that everyone else mentions in the nose . citrus and spice for me . taste was pretty clean with citrus and sparking carbonation . minimal hops which suits me just fine . pretty drinkable this could be a session beer . as i m one to do with wheat beers i added a bit of lemon and the result was pretty good . i think i prefer it with the hit of a small lemon wedge .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at bullfrog last weekend . reviewed from notes . pours a very dark brown that is nearly opaque and has a very slight head without much of any lacing . the nose is initially a bit harsh with a faint scent that borders on nail polish but might be coming from the alcohol . there is some strong bourbon and burnt espresso . the taste is quite a bit smoother with bourbon espresso light oak and vanilla . booze in the feel but overall it is quite smooth . drinks quite well and the only issue is with a bit of initial harshness in the nose .,aroma,0.6,1
ml brown bottle . pours a clear copper orange with a thin white head . powerful hop aroma lots of citrus . sweet malt with some fruit notes apricots come to mind . citric hops pick up quickly and linger as does a husky grain flavour . medium bodied with fairly high carbonation . pleasant but nothing to get too excited about .,aroma,0.9,1
ml can canadian version abv . just saw a fair bit of mt . rainier as it looms over the greater seattle area last month and it s a holiday weekend so time for some cabin worthy bevies . this beer pours a clear very pale straw colour with a multitude of thin puffy foamy bone white head which settles more slowly than expected leaving some splotchy lace around the glass . it smells metallic and skunky with some sweet corn graininess and fusel alcohol lurking below . the taste is thankfully devoid of most of the aspects of the nose for better and for worse this is one neutral tasting beer very light hard to typify malt and a slight drying character perhaps the full complement of alcohol asserting itself . the carbonation is quite sedate the body medium light in weight and smooth the sugar quotient fairly low . it finishes off dry and pretty clean . do n t take a big whiff of this and you can enjoy its cheap inoffensive and easy drinkability . who knew .,aroma,0.4,0
summer s coming really soon and it s out today perfect for a summer brew . what s more i recently brewed a saison myself and until it s ready ommegang will have to hold me over . appearance pours a slightly hazy pale yellow with barely a gold highlight . a huge white pillowy head forms and fades to a rocky loose bubbled cap . smell huge yeasty smell reminiscent of the finest ales from belgium . a vague aroma of bready funk comes through . citrus is apparent as is apricot . hop aroma is non existant . taste incredible flavors come through all at once . sweet caramel malts bready and funky yeast sweet orange and a hop bitterness and flavor that really holds its own . the finish is only the faintest bit dry and somewhat yeasty . this is really a taste to behold . mouthfeel medium to light bodied with a sharp carbonation . fairly refreshing given the body . drinkability now this is what i want to be drinking this summer . goes down so incredibly easy and hides the . pretty well . all in all a delicious beer . i can only hope my homebrewed saison comes close to this beer s awesomeness . i ve been impressed with three philosophers but now i m nearly blown away by hennepin . i think a pilgrimage to ommegang and the baseball hall of fame in my near future .,aroma,0.7,1
dark rich brown color with a small thin head that sticks around long enough for me to write this . does not smell to strong but hints of malt chocolate and roast fill my nose . tastes good has a nice smooth finish . good alcohol content balanced with flavorful sweet tastes of smokey roasties . carbonation is great for a porter it sticks around in the glass and in my mouth consistent . nice charcoal aftertaste . i like this beer . it is a good porter and i am not a big porter fan . well rounded easy to drink which i could say about all flying dog beers imo . i like this will grab another .,aroma,0.4,0
sf toronado . hazy orange bronze body slightly off white head receded fairly quick ok lacing . exceptional aroma . while classic saison underlies all above are multiple subtle notes that appear then hide including the heather honeysuckle and hyssop i suppose a plant i had to google and whose answer meant nothing joined by other vague spices . the flavor does not equal the scent in any measure . again traditional earthy saison underneath but the subtle notes in the scent are mere whispers in the flavor . minor pepper followed by minor bitterness trails in the slow fading aftertaste . light to medium bodied mouthfeel . a more pungent flavor would have been welcomed . cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
a the beer pours a deep rich brown that could almost be mistaken for black . the head fills the pint glass perfectly to the brim inches at first and then slowly fades to a few cm . s the aroma is simple but in its simplicity it places the style perfectly with a nice malty sweetness and hints of toasted nuts and chocolate . t the sweet malt takes an immediate pungent turn that is almost sickening but then fades to a bitter roasted chocolate . i m not sure what that pungent malt and grain flavor is in the middle but its terrible . the beer finishes on a really tasty roasted chocolate that i love so i m inclined to take another swig and when i do i m met with that terrible pungent flavor . at least they finish on a strong point that makes me come back for more . m medium to light body with solid carbonation . i need to remind myself not to pick this one up again . the fact that it finishes on such a strong note may leave me with the impression that it was a good beer but the majority of the flavor is really off putting . it s sad but my last few magic hat beers have really let me down .,aroma,0.8,1
this is by far the best offering from real ale . i enjoy their rye pale ale and the brown ale but this was my first exposure to the brewery last winter and i have anxiously anticipated this year s release . the beer arrives with a beautifully creamy head atop a rich ruby black body . the appearance promises a wonderful finish to a good meal as does the aroma . it s easy to pick out the coffee but a lingering molasses sweetness and a roasted maltiness mingle in the nose as well . the taste is initially of coffee but the finish is more like that of a good brown porter . the lingering black patent flavor of many american porters is lacking which serves the coffee flavor well . there is a hint of sweetness as well that cries out for dark chocolate or vanilla bean ice cream to accompany the beer . surprisingly given the sweetness the beer is not syrupy or thick on the palate . instead the characteristic dry finish of a porter is firmly in place leaving a clean finish behind . in turn the drinkability of this brew is dangerously high . i could easily have four or five but one is equally nice as an after dinner drink . in short real ale simply must make this a year round offering . equally suited to session drinking or winter warming coffee porter is a rich bittersweet marvel .,aroma,1.0,1
a cloudy a bit hazy with light carbonation . color is dark yellow with a brown tint . small white head sitting on top . s the main scent is banana with a hint of bubblegum and clove . a hint of cinnamon mixes in there that is a bit unique fir the style t taste is banana with a hint of bubblegum bit of malty sweetness dominates the flavor with a hint of oak of the end bit sweet for my taste and much sweeter than the noise led on to mf bit thick with a hint of syrup light carbonation on the back end that attempts to break down some of the sweet stickiness of the beer but fails d happy this was a one off since that is about the only time i would drink it . too sweet for my taste especially for the style,aroma,0.8,1
pours out with a little head which turns into absolutely nothing . beer looks flat as hell with no lacing at all . color is a dark brownish red . has a somewhat pleasant bready vanilla like smell to it . smells better than it looks to be sure . tastes quite sweet initially then turning somewhat salty with a doughy maltiness . can not pick out much hoppiness . mouthfeel is of little carbonation bubbles on the tongue . i suppose with such low abv this could be a session beer but with so many better choices out there why would you .,aroma,0.8,1
every beer has a time and place . this one is definitely out doors or a not so desperate act of last resort . hitting a local establishment that only poured ab coors miller and the usual so called premiums made by them i gladly took down a pbr . watching the pour the head fizzle down and taking a wiff it was just like bud or coors original . probably because i tend towards ipa s and pale ales this was the most palatable for me . the lights are too watery tasting and i was definitley impressed by the carbonation and resulting action on my palate . the overall product is nothing amazing but when your other choices are the big three or you just want the best for your money pbr is ca n t miss .,aroma,0.4,0
a very light yellow hue with a thin fizzy head . reminds me of watered down lemonade . s smell is sour raspberries slight peach . t tastes earthy with a tinge of raspberry fruitiness . very bland . m a bit thin with quite a bit of carbonation . d i could n t imagine wanting to have another one of these .,aroma,0.8,1
ml can as anker bir pilsener limited edition concerning the brewery s th anniversary i suppose the limited edition only affects the design of the can not the beer inside . a gift from my indonesian born sister in law . abv is . . very pale and crystal clear yellow colour big head . sweetish and slightly sickly industrial aroma notes of grass and maize . soft mouthfeel . the flavour is bland with some sweetness and minimal bitterness utterly boring .,aroma,0.3,0
this was served sans tiger in a shaker pint . appearance the head is quite puffy yet dense like a cotton ball with an off white tinge . the body is copper with a slight amber tinge . smell the english hops have a distinctly earthy quality . and a decent biscuit malt permeates the nose . it is pretty boring . taste the hops are certainly bittering . the flavor hops are again quite earthy . the biscuit malt follows this up nicely . the finish is quite sweet with a touch of honey . there is also a floral and apple quality . man this works really well and tastes great . mouth feel the feel is nothing special and maybe a little watery for an ipa . it would be great if they could thicken this up and make it creamier . overall this ipa has very distinct english flavors and they are fantastic . it is not a huge bitter bomb but it still feels nice . if this is what more traditional english ipa s taste like then i need to try many more .,aroma,0.6,1
kudos to spoetzl for being ballsy enough to try something this different . the very idea of this brew shouts texas . i m a native texan and a beer lover but this is the most difficult to drink beer i ve ever put lips to . the smoky aroma was evocative of a tantalizing backyard bbq wafting my direction but that merely hinted at the in yo face smokiness of the brew itself . and that s where the pleasure ended . this is the first beer in all my beer swillin life in which i could n t get through an entire bottle before i had to quit . the deep smoke flavor was over powering and off putting while the after taste was cloying as hell i swear i could still taste it an hour later . not pleasant . a for effort and creativity but the taste is an f this brew is not for me .,aroma,0.8,1
looks pretty golden with a nice head . slight metallic smell with hints of grain a hint of very icky hops . i ca n t smell any honey . does n t taste as bad as it smells . bitter and sour malt upfront very dry in the back with just a hint of hops . still no honey . what the hell . thin body that s unevenly fizzy . goes down smooth enough though . this is really not a good beer . seems like youngs is rather hit chocolate stout and ram rod or miss dirty dicks and this .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bomber that i got in a trade from stevicus awesome trader . pours with a decent head and a pretty amber color . not just pretty but awesome for this style . smell is all malt and little hops . i do n t detect a hint of citrus or hops smell at all . taste is the same for the most part . i do taste the hops but the smooth maltiness cover it up . i like it though its really a different take on an ipa . the ipa s dipa s that i have tasted are mostly all about the hop character but this feels like its trying to be defined by its maltiness . i really wish i could get a growler pour or get to to a place to have a draft because this beer tastes great out of a bottle . i could move this to my trusty stand by if it was readily available . the hoppy character balances all the malt nicely and the abv is high just like i like it .,aroma,0.6,1
ounces into a duvel glass . pitch black motor oil in color with a inch off white head that quickly dissipates into a slight collar . missing some of that big creamy cap that i see with other stouts . a big sniff presents brown sugar molasses a touch of butterscotch and a tad of bittersweet chocolate . though i am no stout pro by any means it strikes me as a bit of a departure . first sip right off i get some of that brown sugar and toffee like characteristics but the middle is a strong fruitiness some berry and am i crazy here some raisin . finishes with a quick slap of liquorice and the faintist hint of chocolate . i m stumped honestly . it seems to have more in common with a dubbel or quad than a stout . all of the quintessential things i would look for are absent . and then to compound the crime it resembles a belgian but not a very good one either . body is medium with not much in the way of carbonation or hoppy tingle . a bad bottle maybe . i ca n t tell . but i am very much underwhelmed .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from the oz bottle into a pint glass noticed a surprising amount of head right away . the swirling and churning inside the glass as the head receded was quite pleasant actually . appearance amber color mysterious semi opaque . the lacing really smell i could smell was grapefruit and hops enjoyable and refreshing . taste when it hits your tongue it is almost too sweet when it hits the front sweet receptors on the tongue . but then the bitter citrusy flavor overpowers the initial sweetness . as the beer warmed up towards the bottom of the glass the bitterness seemed to mellow out a bit . mouthfeel not too carbonated . very heavy on the tongue almost syrupy . definitely my one of my favorite aspects of this beer . drinkability i wanted another but it s so damn alcoholic at . abv you have to watch yourself . i ve only found them bottled in packs of four which makes sense . overall definitely a hard hitter .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a golden honey color with a big fluffy off white head . sweet malts dominate the smell with citrus like hops showing up at the end . intense sweet biscuity flavor with plenty of hop bitterness finshing with a potent alcohol spice . this is my first double pilsner and i have to say it is pretty intense in both flavor and alc . content . this brew is interesting and educational if nothing else .,aroma,0.9,1
poured out of a really thick brown bottle . wow it is twice as heavy as a normal oz er . it has a roaring inch head in my guinness pint glass and it settles into a moderately carbonated golden beer . i noticed slight lacing . good looking beer . the smell is also quite pleasant and interesting . apple skins lemon zest belgian candi sugar complex alcohols malt backing and dry ish . the taste leave a lot to be desired . it s bready creamy with hints of apple banana corn and really bitter metallic hops . the hops ruin it . it is a terrible combination . there is no transition or smoothness between the creamy flavors to the medicinal bitter hops . hot alcohol also starts to peer through at the end as it warms . mouthfeel average . drinkability not so much .,aroma,0.8,1
served in straight pint glass at the green frog cafe in bellingham wa . poured a gorgeous deep ruby color with a hint of brown tint on the edges . slightly more than an inch of creamy light tan head had decent retention and left light to moderate lacing . nice roasty aromas reach the nose first followed by a sweet scent that leads to a slight hop tang on the end . the flavors follow along closely without the expected sweetness and more of a hop presence . a nicely well rounded body coats the tongue letting the flavors linger a bit . a deceptively drinkable beer care must be used because of the strength i m guessing but i do n t know for sure . a very nice beer that is worth searching for if you re in the area .,aroma,0.6,1
with the amount of busch light cans i see around my college town i suppose it is deserving of a review . pours a pale straw color with a rapidly raising head that quickly fades away . tiny bubbles probably from the carbonation rise to top as well . smell . well i really did n t smell much to be completely honest . taste was more like carbonated water then beer . as can be imagined it was very light in body . probably the only plus was that this beer extremely cold can be an effective thirst quencher . i have to say that this is one of the worst of all the cheap beers popular in college . i de keep this one in the can to be honest . happy trails,aroma,0.2,0
a slightly hazy dark copper two fingers of off white head that leaves good lacing . typical of the wheat and carapils . s pineapple mango apricot piney hops balance with the carapils aroma . t robust caramel malt character that sits behind the tropical characteristics listed above . some pine flavor . good amount of bitterness . all in all good balance . m smooth medium body with soft carbonation . a dry finish and a little astringency . d well i ca n t really detect any alcohol it drinks really fast and it s delicious . the only thing is that some people may think it s too sweet .,aroma,1.0,1
pint . oz bottle . aroma is skuny and nothing else . when the only aroma you can muster is a bad one that isnt good . body is a bright yellow gold and holds a thumb thick bubbly white head that is mostly lasting . fore is crisp and slightly bitter . i do taste some hops and they balance a sweet malt base . mouthfeel is pretty nice for the style . its not watery at all like many of these eastern european lagers ive had recently . smells awful but turns out to be half decent .,aroma,0.3,0
oz . bottle poured into a standard pint glass a deep dark brown with reddish fringe visible when held up to a light source . poured a nice light tan two finger head which was slow to dissipate leaving a lasting splotched lacing . s roasted malts faint grassy hop and dark fruit smell . t nice balance . hop flavor hits first but quickly melts down into the tongue as creamy rich coffee and chocolate flavors . finishes with a light smokey sweetness . m middle of the road in body and carbonation . just enough texture to cause one to pause and reflect . very good . d high drinkability for a style not defined as light or crisp . overall i found this more enjoyable than another acclaimed porter of the english variety samuel smiths taddy . it will take an exceptional brew to prevent this from becoming my benchmark for the style .,aroma,0.6,1
harpoon summer beer.in the bottle . appearance golden bright yellow color very white head grows to three fingers settles down at two and stays there . impressive color and carbonation in the glass looks radiant and appetizing . smell malt appears in the form of dried bread also light grassiness and the lightest bit of hop flavor clean of any alcohol . taste mouthfeel light mouthfeel balanced light flavors of biscuit malt and the light touch of hops on the tongue . grass flavors still here alcohol appears light and well blended . flavors work together and flow finishes clean with a last touch of malt . drinkability easy to drink clean refreshing . overall a very successful kolsch easy to drink . all the factors add up to a success and i would drink this again . a great first try for this beer style .,aroma,0.6,1
i ve had this beer several times with the result being the same every time . the appearance is very nice . golden yellow with a thick frothy head that has serious staying power . the aroma is skunk . plain and simple.the same for the taste . there was a strong malt presence with a funny hop flavour . i really do n t like dab . i have had it now about five times and had the same results every time . no more please .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to awyeh for this one . appearance very carbonated with a prominent head that presents itself with force . a full glass of head here . poured constantly between three glasses among friends . awesome soapy lacing . pours a vibrant gold color . smell well this is bad . i expected this smell . very musty with hints of cloves . a slight lemon tart . taste surpisingly sour . a kind of dirty well water taste . yet it is very fruity . very acidic and filled with light fruits . once i get past the smell and initial taste i really enjoy this beer . a good balance of sour . mouthfeel drinkability slightly watery . a good balance of sourness . quite fruity . easily drinkable and light bodied .,aroma,0.3,0
a dark brown . light foam . s bourbon dominates everything about this beer . little malt or wood . t nice bourbon flavor but it overpowers any chance for the oak or malt to come thru . this beer is ok but might be better with aging . m medium bodied . d a little hot . again this would be better with aging .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from taps at abc into authentic looking oz stein . appearance was excellent as dark and opaque as any stout very little head with no visible carbonation . smell some mild sweetness from the malt with a hint of that coffee taste associated with dark beers . taste very intriguing the darkness is deceptive as the beer itself is very light and sweet when it hits the tongue much like a brown ale . from there the coffee like taste found in porters and stouts asserts itself ever so slightly it is never overpowering but it is there amidst the sweetness . then it finishes clean . mouthfeel perfect consistency it had lager level lightness of body without being watery a definite pleasure to roll around in my mouth . drinkability with a lighter body and moderate alcohol content a nd order is in my immediate future .,aroma,0.6,1
pours an orangy gold color with very little head which disappears almost immediately . smells of citrus and ginger very faint cloves cinnamon there as well very nice . the taste is very clean . there s some slight spicy flavor on the back end but mostly it s just clean . mouthfeel is pretty watery some fizz as it goes down . overall it s actually pretty drinkable . it s not a bad summer ale good for a hot day .,aroma,0.8,1
bottled in and poured into a tulip glass . a deep black with dark amber around the thinner parts of the glass . poured with a inch head that dissipates to a inch head throughout the drink . aroma is not as bold as i was expecting . slight alcohol and noble hop mixed with a nice maltiness . is rich in chocolate alcohol and hop bitterness . an extremely well balanced beer with a decently thick mouthfeel that coats the tongue for a few seconds after the sip goes down . carbonation is spot on . overall one of the most well balanced in flavor imperial stouts i have had . very impressive although the aroma could have a little more umpf .,aroma,0.7,1
the colour is yellow with a tint of gold . the large white foam sinks quickly down to a thin layer with some lacing . the smell is malty with distinct notes of alcohol . there are some sour notes of yogurt and bitter almonds . not very pleasant . the taste is a little better it is very malty with lots of bread like flavours . some alcohol of course but not as much as i expected . thebody is medium the bitterness is low . the aftertaste is quite creamy and neutral with lots of malt.s . the carbonation is average perhaps the bubbles are a little smaller than they use to be . yet another strong eurolager why .,aroma,0.4,0
good lord . an honest attempt to make a hefe weizen by an american brewery . i was shocked when i tasted this beer to find that banana bubblegum flavour that i long for in a good weizen . unfortunately as i drank on it became apparent how one dimensional this beer really was . first it was slightly undercarbonated for the style . more importantly it nearly completely lacked the clove taste that serve to balance the banana flavours in most weizens . most importantly there was something definately missing in the malt department . this beer felt . . . thin and the wheat spiciness did n t really manage to come though . as the beer warmed man . artificial banana that s all i ve got to say . yellow popsickle . i mean it makes sense since i m guessing the yeast make the same ester that some factory off the new jersey turnpike makes to flavour your popsickles . by the end of the beer i was really tryin hard to finish it . a weizen normally ranks amongst the most drinkable of beers . that this one well is n t should tell you something .,aroma,0.8,1
wow . this is a off centered ale to say the least . dogfish lived up to their motto on this one . a pours a golden color with a little bit of floaties in there . nice head retention with about a finger s worth of head after the pour little lacing . s banana bread or gerber banana baby food . malty with a slight hint of citrus . mainly banana peel . t sweet . chai tea in the front a hint of juniper on the finish . m well balanced . carbonated perfectly . silky and creamy . d for the amount of alcohol it s definitely drinkable more than one in a session . overall a great brew .,aroma,1.0,1
taken from notes scribbled down last night . poured a dark brown with a rich creamy head that left wonderful lacing . the smell was a very solid but not incredibly inviting cocoa presence . the taste was pretty good but was missing an extra kick . the chocolate notes were great and mixed well with the almost sweet nuttyness but it needed something else to push it over the edge . the mouthfeel was incredibly lucious and creamy just like a porter should be . i love my porters and tonight i got to try the smuttynose robust porter . it s definily better than this one but this is also a solid choice .,aroma,0.6,1
another one of their un micro brews . out of the bottle this beer was a bright amber color with some orange highlights that appeared when held to light . lots of rising carbonation . the head was off white towards yellow one finger thick retained decently and left scattered lacing . the aroma was decent pleasant floral hops and some pale malt . the flavors were not as nice however it started mellow with the pale malt but then went woody with the hops that led to an awkward bitter finish . clumsy and slightly metallic . in short it still tasted like michelob . the mouthfeel was rough the body medium and over carbonated . skip it .,aroma,0.7,1
i love the way the beer looks and was suprised by the deep ruby color after reading other reviews and hearing people talk about this beer . a thick chewy off white head erupts and holds retention till the end of the glass . nose leaves you guessing . hints of caramel and toffee with a floral type hop aroma . not much else really . good for what it is and not what it s lable says in my opinion . thick malt with a bity carbonation and slight glyceryl streak in the middle . some bittering hops on the finish . biscuity grains with a hint of red currant fruit . a bit of an odd flavor on the finish . good solid beer but nothing that stand out and grabs you .,aroma,0.6,1
oz poured a nice deep brown ruby with gold highlights when held up to the light . not much head at all . faded very quickly . the color and the lack of any lasting head reminds me of a soda . nothing to exceptional about the aroma . taste is very nice . lots of earthy hop flavor and malt sweetness . finishes with a touch of dryness . nice mouthfeel . smooth but not creamy . a touch thin . i could easily drink this frequently but i would not put it up as an excellent brown ale .,aroma,0.6,1
a black body with purple when held to direct sunlight . the head is moderate and a medium tan color . s for some reason i ca n t get away from the worchestershire aroma today . i wish i could . especially in a porter . t breakfast coffee in a porter with a bit of astingency . m the feel is watery yet smooth enough to be worthwhile . however i would not say it feels as it should when it comes to this style . i m going to go with no thank you . a good friend recommended this brew but i have to say this is not one to offer to a pal .,aroma,0.4,0
welcome to manchester . . . arrived at manchester airport for a marathon over in new market . was picked up by my bro in law and quickly swept away to milly s tavern to begin our pre race inebriation . the pumpkin ale was a solid beer and had a wonderful nose and flavor . the color was clear golden and the glass came lined with sugar and spice . . . there was a thin head that left a good lace . the sugar spice really made this beer . i tried to taste it without the sugar and spice and it just didnt match up . the sugar and spice really helped to bring out the flavor of this beer . the mouthfeel was fine . could n t drink alot of it too sweet etc . definitely worth a try .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a murky brown color with a skimpy tan head . smell is very sugary with a fruit and spice scent of apple butter . apple cinnamon clove raisin grape figs black pepper and sweet prunes are all in here . taste is drier than expected sweet but not very . good spice flavor that builds as you sip . faint apple flavor with a slight tartness in the finish that appears and then disappears in a flash . the flavor just is n t anywhere as complex as the smell . mouthfeel is good nice drinkable belgian here that is worth a try only problem is that there are lots better around . fairly average belgian beer here that just is n t outstanding .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased at sam s in durham . beautiful clear golden pour . off white head which leaves copious lacing on the glass . a serious blast of hop perfume redolent of sweet citrus fruits and perhaps some pineapple is more of what one would expect from a double ipa . what s really impressive is how long these aromas last all the way down the glass so far . as the beer gets a little warmer you can even smell some cracker biscuit malts . this is one really fine beer on the nose one of the best i can remember . the flavors are a little dryer with some cracker like malts you d expect that from a georgia brewery and a big juicy grapefruit hop bite which is accompanied by a lesser amount of sweet malts . brewed on the east coast its character is very much a west coast ipa . as the beer warms the sweet malts actually come forward a bit enough to feel a bit more balance but the hops remain in the foreground . excellent mouthfeel with some nice prickly carbonation and very easy to drink . i ve had the before and enjoyed it but this is a really exceptional ipa and a really pleasant surprise . my only regret is only buying two bottles instead a whole six pack but that will be remedied the next time i see this again .,aroma,1.0,1
clear golden with an orange cast . topped by a foamy white head that drops quickly but leaves a decent collar . the aroma is quite odd nutty and very lightly fruity . the same nuttiness has appeared in most of the abita beers i ve had so i guess it s due at least in part to the yeast but i m not sure . it s kind of off putting here . the body is medium with a very fine and somewhat effervescent carbonation that gives a light caress to the tongue . the flavor is malty nutty and fruity with a delicately balancing bitterness . there s a mild tanginess in the finish that tends to linger . unique but not inspiring . still a decent somewhat enjoyable and easy to drink beer .,aroma,0.4,0
the beer poured a wonderful gold with a nice white head . the aroma was of floral hops with a fruity sweetness behind . the taste started out as floral then moved to bitter hops with a bit of fruit between . the feel was medium wet . i picked this up because it had frank zappa on the label and was very pleasantly surprised by a well balanced and drinkable beer that used hop and molt in combination to give a real enjoyable taste experience .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a beautiful garnet red color with a light medium tan head . big to start the head drops to a creamy and just stays forever . great lace left behind . smell is malty with that wonderful musty sourness cherry and a hint of cardboard . taste is malty cherry sweetness almost syrupy some very slight sourness but not nearly enough a light spice note appears just at the end of the swallow . rich full bodied light effervescence smooth with a pretty decent coating of the palate and tongue though not enough to be a detraction . flavor fades evenly . if this beer had more of the expected sourness i would have given much higher marks on taste and overall . i really like the style this one just falls short .,aroma,0.8,1
hazy pale yellow orange body topped with two.five fingers of white froth . thin lacing stretches down the glass . good nose of grapefruit oranges and pine . very inviting . malt beginning just sorta slides on by without really putting down stakes . fruity citrus tickles the mouth before a relatively mild hop snap scrapes it all away leaving a low grade hop buzz aftertaste . nothing wrong just not anything really freak out worthy . mouthfeel is a little light for the abv . good drinkability . a bit of a let down after their two permanent ipas . not bad really but you might want to skip this and pick extras of the maximus instead .,aroma,0.9,1
cl into a tulip . pours a ruddy orangish butterscotch with little head . not particularly attractive . big rich sweet aroma distinct raw honey scent . sweetness defines the nose but better than that sounds . bitter dark fruits surrounding a sweet honey core dripping in alcohol . sweet but not nearly as much as the nose indicated . the alcohol while not boozy is considerably far forward and properly appropriate to balance the sweet . bitter sweet aftertaste lingers considerably especially at room temp . medium bodied mouthfeel . warms well . dubbels get no bigger cheers jd,aroma,0.9,1
a super black with a think head of dark tan color . decent carbonation . minimal lace . s molasses . brown sugar . dark fruit . some tanginess noted . t chocolate . sweetness from the malt . there is a definite twangy sourish flavor as there is suggested in the profile . nice flavor overall . sweet . .dark raisin . chocolate dominate . m a bit more thin than the head suggested . creaminess is gone after swirl . o a decent porter . not in the same class as founders or fullers . despite the style difference . ok . but not a regular rotation worthy beer .,aroma,0.9,1
bottled october . a this must have picked up some bugs in the barrel it s a gusher took some time to get into the glass . tons of bubbly head . s oaky boozy aroma some dry roasted grain roasted nut coffee brown sugar sweet caramel with hints of leather . i like it . t it picked up some bourbon and vanilla from the oak as well as some brett . it probably would have been better younger as the brett has really come forward a bit like a belgian stout . dark caramel roasted nut molasses coffee hints of licorice vanilla sweet bourbon and oak . balanced bitterness . good stuff . m very dry over carbonated . not that i really care . d it s different but i m diggin it .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a deep orange brown with a finger of yellow tan head . nose is grass yeast bourbon and past it s prime malts . taste is more malt based seems like a chaotic blend of the different bases used . bit of hop bite caramel and some chocolate . burnt and roasted notes . mouthfeel us medium heavy dry and slightly bitter . overall it s got a shorts spin allright . different though not exactly done to style very well . i like the cocoa and coffee notes from the malts but it lacks consistency multiple return . one and done .,aroma,0.4,0
mhewes sent me a bottle of this as an extra . thanks michael . pouring blackish brown with reddish brown highlights this beer is capped with a dense brown head with below average retention and a little lacing . that the head recedes to a ring rather quickly is n t much of a surprise given the abv though . the nose is quite excellent . spiced pumpkin and chocolate there s nutmeg allspice vanilla and a rich fudge like chocolate . a mellow pumpkin character is present underneath it all but the pairing between the spices and the chocolate is thoroughly enjoyable . moderate roast character is present along with a touch of licorice . the palate opens with a rather big spice character rather unbalanced . that s a tragedy because the nose is just excellent . with mostly mace and allspice there s almost a mild astringency . bitter dark chocolate is present along with some molasses brown sugar and caramel . the pumpkin flavor is rather hidden this is mostly just spiced chocolate . drying on the finish with a definite heat this beer is quite the beast . the flavors on the finish are wonderful with an excellent blend of chocolate and spice with a little vanilla . medium in body this beer is rather over carbonated . as for drinkability . something this big requires respect but i feel needs more than i can afford right now . if only the opening flavors were better this would be a top notch beer . as it loses carbonation it improves quite dramatically and i have to up the mf score from . to as it warms up the spice character grows but by allowing it to breathe the astringency strangely reduces . either that or i just got krunked on oz of beer . i hope it s not the latter cos i ve got oz to go .,aroma,0.9,1
first off big props to this brewery for actually putting a date code on their bottles . this was bottled . pours with a touch of haze and a lasting head with some sticky lacing . aroma is sweet carmel like and perhaps a touch of maple . i like that . it s rare that i pick out aromas that well in a beer . flavor is good bready could use a touch more hops . a slight sour twang in the background but it s very slight . a very drinkable sessionalbe beer . thanks to pezoids for the chance to try this one .,aroma,1.0,1
during periods of economic crisis and unemployment i find myself reaching for a coors before resorting to other domestic cheap brews . she reminds me a plump date i once had . coors is certainly not the hottest dane at the ball but she does manage to quench my thirst for cheap let s get drunk brew better than other domestics . i would not take her on a serious date on tap and consider her fun to ride as long as my beer mindful friends remain ignorant of our romping . she comes in a round can smells just a tad funky having forgotten her perfume and tastes like water . but once you ve had a few cans she looks good enough to keep drinking . a decent fall back beer for hard times really .,aroma,0.3,0
pours hazy orange copper color . really nice looking foamy head that made a sizzling sound as i poured it.great lace retention that held up well . the aroma was a simple citrus hints and some malts . the taste was dry hops caramel tones and toasted malts . some butter notes along with a little taste of alcohol . the feel was smooth crisp and clean . it had medium carbonation and body but good for sessions . some mild bitterness in the finish like sour apple . notes decent brew no regrets here and a good pick for the summer or simply to keep in rotation for the summer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter . . a hazy light orange with snow like substance throughout . two fingers of frohty off white head does n t retain too well but leaves a decent amount of lacing . . s nice aroma . it smells like a tripel meets saison . belgian yeasty spiciness is there along with an unidentifiable fruitiness maybe peach . . for the most part the goofy ingredients get lost in the mix . . t this is one of the dullest beers brewed with belgian yeast . there s some spiciness to it with emphasis on peppery but other than that not much going on . perhaps adding sugar and rice from across the world was n t such a good idea . slight bitterness very subtle fruitiness and not much else . . m light body . pleasant spritzy carbonation . smooth . . d this is an example of dfh gimmickery . i m fine with the idea of ingredients from each continent well maybe not antarctica but the ingredients chosen were n t the right ones .,aroma,0.8,1
this is actually a grisette an obscure ancient farmhouse style beer served to miners by women termed grisettes iirc . brewer s art adds lemon peel to theirs with sorachi ace hops . served on draught in a tall tumbler at their pub clamper s ale i think clamper was a reference to the gold rush miners of is a chill hazed pale gold with a small white head leaving light scattered lace . smell is great nice fruity esters with the lemon peel providing welcome depth without overwhelming . really loved the nose . taste nice some spice and a pleasant bitterness counters the fruitiness of the esters . very clean . mouthfeel is crisp and light . drinkability is very high a great beer for the sweltering baltimore summers that can be drunk by the bucket without getting you too drunk . bonus points for the fact that they actually resurrected this historical style .,aroma,1.0,1
had a pint of this on the friday night before the actual bottle release at stub herbs . after gorging on surly coffee bender all night i did n t really enjoy my glass of darkness . hoping this was just due to the fact that coffee bender is gods gift to man and any beer following it probably is n t going to be that great . so i tried it the night of the release with my buddy after sleeping off the buzz from the morning and afternoon festivities . drank from my brand spanking new darkness snifter . edition . appearance glugs a jet black hue that allows zero light to permeate any part of the beer . fairly decent one finger dark brownish tan head forms leaving a small creamy cap and collar with loads of sticky lacing . thickest beer i ve seen since dark lord . smell tons of well roasted malt give a burnt perception that lends to the copious amounts of coffee and bakers chocolate that jump out of the glass . tinges of light alder smoke and dark fruits prunes raisins and even dark cherries are detectable as the hoppyness of this imperial stout is taken to a whole new level . a definite sweetness in the form of dark toffee and caramel and even some murky black molasses . so much going on in here i think you can pretty much smell whatever you want . taste ohhh . the aforementioned sweetness in the nose really starts out strong . the burnt coffee and baker s chocolate are muted a bit but still present . corn syrup caramel and dark brown sugar give way to a more earthy molasses before my tongue is destroyed by the hops . full of raw pine and lemon grass that produces a very herbal hop bitterness that tries to cut the sweetness . fail . dark cherries and perhaps even a touch of vanilla finishes the beer along with a very cloying sweetness . the alcohol is covered super well though . mouthfeel very thick and viscous with nice smooth creamy feel . the carbonation is light and prickly and very nice . drinkability overall i can definitely see the reason why people love this brew . it s very unique and i have n t tasted anything like this before but it s just not for me . i do n t mind a little sweetness in a nice big brew but i think darkness is just plain cloying and hard to drink . this is all very disappointing too because the nose is pretty inviting and i ve been waiting quite some time to sample this . not surly s best beer but glad to have to opportunity to try anyways .,aroma,0.8,1
this is my first review under the new scoring system which i do n t like and i m curious to see what letter grade this gets when i finish my review . a a massive three finger head of milk chocolate colored foam rises above a black brew that shows some dark brown highlights . the creamy dense head shows outstanding retention and leaves a copious amount of lace on the glass . s from far away i smell bourbon and oak . putting my nose to the glass i pick up more chocolate and thick honey but the bourbon is still there too . i also smell some cedar chip woodiness and some dark bakery stuff . .like dark bran muffins . there are some marshmallow notes there too . outstandingly complex . t tangy mesquite smoke hits me right of the bat and is surprising given the more sweet and rounded nose . the flavor is definitely rustic and woodsy with loads of cedar and oak in addition to some salty soy sauce and charred hot dog flavors . this is one complex brew indeed . i m picking up a shitload of crazy flavors that just keep developing with each sip . m full bodied and lushly carbonated with a very dry and woody finish that feels like putting wood chips in my mouth . despite the dryness there is a very oily texture to this beer . almost waxy . d while this is very complex and intriguing i do n t think this has any real session potential . this is a damn fine brew but it s too odd to be very drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
the first thing one notices when you pop the ceramic top is a burst of apples aroma . not far behind is a musty cellar smell . it pours a cola color with very little head and no lace at all . the wheat body appears to be fairly heavy and thick but there s not much to it . macintosh apples are the predominant flavor here . a lemony bitterness and clovey spiciness begin to take over the flavor department as the air gets to it . little bits of yeasty bits are floating about . for some reason i am reminded of one of my few attempts of home brewing and why i quit trying .,aroma,0.8,1
poured a bottle from a six pack into a tulip shaped pint sized glass . looked fine coming out . not thick but the head was a nice tan color . laced well . smelled freaking fantastic . toasty dark fruits . very sweet could be considered chocolate . had that smell that says to me hey i ve got a lot of flavor and a lot of booze so drink me . i like that smell . flavor was a let down . i saw not reason that this should be distinguished from any other american oatmeal or sweet stout . i was hoping for something different but it was the same . sweet toasty little chocolatey . the best quality is that the hops are more prominent that in other stouts . mouthfeel was thin and only slightly creamy . feels washed out watery . not horrible but there are stouts that feel better . i had never had a stout from new glarus and was hoping this was going to be really great . i find that it s good but undistinguished . you ca n t really go wrong buying a six pack but i think there are other better stouts . if i found it on tap i d get it again to try it but it s not my favorite . anyone have any guesses about the abv .,aroma,0.9,1
had on draft at the brewery for the crawfish boil . a pours a dirty dark brown liquid with a tight khaki colored head . s the nose is light nutty roasted malts with hints of herbal ester in the back . t the taste is more full lots of nutty flavors up front roasted bread rolls notes of dough lightly roasted malt faint herbal hop in the back . m smooth creamy syrupy body soft on the tongue moderate to light carbonation balancing nicely on this medium bodied beer . d nice drink lots of malt flavors with enough sweetness to balance the big roasted bready flavors also has an interesting nutty component to it that really makes it tasty .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a hazy amber straw color with orange hues and fingers of dense head that leaves clumps of lacing throughout . s wow i have to say that belgian ipa s really smell great . nice sweet caramel malt and bready yeast finished with a shit ton of floral hops only way stone knows how but these hops are different than typical stone hops much lighter floral scents . t immediate trippel taste and wham bitter floral earthy hoppy ipa taste followed by a slight caramel malt and bready yeast . i guess i just am not a fan of the style stick to one style and to it well . m medium body with ample fluffy carbonation and a decent dry finish . d i love ipa s and i like belgian trippel s however i can not explain my discontent for blending the two i find them not enjoyable at all .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle no bottling date . a a healthy pour produces a finger head which slowly reduces as i admire the color and head of the beer . the beer is a golden orange hue and has excellent clarity . s a great big whiff of piney citrus and florally goodness hits the olfactory receptors . a mild sweetness is also detected . i m expecting a decent malt backbone here . t a nice bitterness to start off with . notes of citrus pine caramel sweetness . some biscuit near the backend . this does n t taste like . . m medium mouthfeel . enough carbonation to keep things interesting . o this was only my fourth offering from floyds alpha king apocalypse cow arctic panzer wolf and i ve been impressed with most . i ll be seeking this beer out again for sure wish i knew when this was bottled . .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a tulip glass at pizzeria paradiso in georgetown washington dc . the beer formed a light tan glass ring with very little cling in its lacing . the body was a translucent honey amber with red highlights . the nose was lightly fruity yeasty and malty but not pungeant enough for my preferences . however the true power of the beer was expressed far more so in the taste which was rich with dark fruitiness berries cherries a touch of an herbal character some chocolate and pepper . it hid the alcohol magnificently . the mouth was medium with very tiny but many bubbles which led to great carbonation . i would have liked the body to be a tad thicker though . overall a well balanced brew that i d be happy to drink often .,aroma,0.6,1
a . pours dark brown with a large head s. lots of dried fruit typical to a belgian brown t. something off here metallic and strangely bitter along with the sweet dried fruit flavor . m. the metallic bitter taste is just accentuated here . d. overall i was n t too impressed it starts out pretty good but not what i expected .,aroma,0.8,1
apple juice color with carbonation but no lacing . looks like carbonated juice . not appealing in the looks department . i love the smell of a good lambic though . this one mimics apples perfectly without a hint of artificiality . great taste as well . appley like a cider without the cinnamon flavor . it does what it s supposed to do amazingly well . this is n t a manly beer it s a nice beer for the ladies or for a change of pace every now and then . it goes down very easily and it s very drinkable although you will get a little syrupy after a while .,aroma,0.9,1
had this on tap at the gi wrigleyville location . not sure if they brewed a seperate batch specifically for this location but it was listed as an english barleywine with an abv of . . oz . pour served in a snifter . a pours a clear dark mohagony with rich ruby hues around the edges and where ever light hits . one finger off white head that leaves some splotchy lace down the glass . s definitely a nice mixture of some toasted malt resin like hops and some rich dark fruits . t there is a lot more going on in the mouth which is big plus . there is more dark fruits present with figs and dates but there are sweet fruits present as well . i m getting a slight grape taste in addition to a nice caramel malt backbone . finishes with some nice leafy hops . m medium bodied with a nice smooth and creamy mouthfeel . dried fruits are left on the palate . medium carbonation . o i enjoyed this brew . there were more hops and fruits present and i m glad after such an average nose the taste was able to really come together . i d like to figure out why this was listed differently though .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a bright pale copper hue with a light white head forming thick with fine bubbles speckled on the sides of my glass . aroma has a nice cereal malted barley smell with some citrus and earthy hop notes coming through to complement the malts . the rye comes through with a bit of spiciness in the flavor and the english malts brings a twist on your standard apa i still would n t call this an english pale ale but as it warms a hint of diacetyl comes about . not sure if it is intended or not but it has a weird wet cardboard butterscotch tone going on . mouthfeel is medium to lighter bodied with moderate carbonation the diacetyl sticks around with each sip really detracting from the overall enjoyment factor for me .,aroma,0.8,1
pours with no head no carbonation and a murky yellow with a little orange color . peachy wine smell a little apple cider like . the flavors start with a tart bite followed by sourness . tastes like a peach that was not ripe yet . like other people suggested this may become better with age . cider like dryness to the mouth feel . overall it was too tart and sour . i had to struggle to finish this one hoping it would get better as it warmed up but it didnt .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pours a clear honey color with a soda like head that fizzes away in no time flat needleas to say there was no lace smell peppery yeast bubblegum tropical fruit and fusel alcohol taste spicy peppery and yeasty up front with growing bubblegum orange peel and tropical fruit flavors that develop by mid palate after the swallow the fusel alcohol comes on strong propelling the flavor profile boldly into the finish mouthfeel medium to full body with moderately low carbonation hot and peppery in the gullet drinkabililty although the flavors are on target the mouthfeel and the heat just do n t cut it for me so this would not rank among the better tripels i have encountered,aroma,0.8,1
wooo finally found my notes for this one . drank at the pitchfork music festival in chicago at the end of july . it was cool of gi to sponsor the fest and even cooler to charge such reasonable prices . pours decent . i asked for a head and they gave it to me but it went away real quick like . dark gold besides with no haze no floaty bits . smells like very like wheat grain . that s it . almost nothing there . tastes the same as it smells . very very light wheat . no spice no complexity . just a blank canvas . i ve had non beer friends recommend this to me . to them it s a flavorful change of pace . to me it s pretty crappy . still it s a good hot day slammin brew with a thick body that makes it go down smooth as silk .,aroma,0.4,0
hazy orange amber in color with average carbonation and not much lace . nose is superb very much pumpkin pie . delicious mix of pumpkin allspice and nutmeg . they ve certainly mastered the aroma and if you like pumpkin pie this will appeal without a doubt . taste is more of the same pumpkin pie up front chased by a strong dry and pungent spice finish that obscures the relatively high . abv . delicious and a new pumpkin ale favorite .,aroma,1.0,1
cork slid out easily with no noise no carbonation . not low carbonation bit completely still . smell is of rotting fruit good and acetone bad . it really is dominated by the acetone nothing enjoyable about it . the taste is a little tart fruit a sweetness and amazing amounts of you guessed it acetone . i let the glass sit for about an hour tried it again . i m having a hard time powering though this and end up dumping the last bit out . i will have a hard time drinking let alone buying another one of these again .,aroma,0.2,0
a fingers of bubbly head over a slightly cloudy extremely pale yellow color with light visible carbonation . head retention is fairly good . s very little to smell at first i thought i may have been slightly skunked but it did not last . t very crisp and clean as expected from the pilsner style . balanced extremely well not sweet or bitter . flavor is light and refreshing . finishes clean with a hint of hops . can taste a little alcohol on the roof of my mouth as it begins to warm . overall a good two steps above a bud or miller . m light carbonation rolls over the body of the tongue . leaves the mouth a little dry anticipating further drinks . d easy to drink does n t let flavor or smell get in the way of consumption . a definite session beer good for the long haul . my cents bought this from a reputable beer wine establishment although it had a bit of dust on the pack . it may be a bit older than preferred but there was no date stamp on the bottle so who knows . i found it extremely easy to knock back a few of these in a very short sitting . when i m not in the mood for intense flavor or sipping this is the beer i d most likely choose . a straight forward good pilsner .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle courtesy of paul release appropriate hair of the dog tulip glass courtesy of mihir . a the beer pours into the glass with an impenetrable darkness and a small khaki colored head . s a very sweet and complex nose here . lots of caramel toffee dates figs raisins and wood . there s a nice bourbon aroma along with lots of vanilla . perhaps some black cherries red apples and even a bit of smoke peat . t not quite as impressive as the nose but still damn good . lots of caramel bourbon oak and apple . there s a definite smoke flavor along with some mildly tart raisins and cherries . the alcohol is more pronounced here which is really the main pitfall . m the body is about as full as you can get with a fairly low but smooth carbonation . d a bottle of this is plenty but a real pleasure to drink . sort of wish i would have traded for more than one .,aroma,1.0,1
michigan brewing company screamin pumpkin spiced ale oz bottle recent bottling carved into medium pour in a tulip glass . poured copper with a whiteish fizzy quickly diminishing head . smelt of pumpkin pie . mostly cinnamon some cloves and pumpkin . taste was upfront cinnamon with a light pumpkin sweetness followed by the moderate cloves taste and some nutmeg with a tinge of pumpkin sweetness on a medium length finish that finishes with light spice aromas and an awkwardly bitter aftertaste like pumpkin rinds skins . mouthfeel was light to medium bodied fizzy slightly dry and some moderate harsh astringency . overall the aroma is wonderful the flavor is almost there but the harsh bitter finish leaves you afraid to take another sip .,aroma,0.9,1
oz had with klym poured into a generic tulip . a creamy brown coffee head with some characters of sea foam . dusty brown red body with some micro bubble cling . not much in terms of lacing but a decent layer of film stays above the beer . s my first reaction is this a sour . i totally get brett . . my brother smelled it and said this has to be a sour . sure enough we had to admit that there was definitely a brett character in the nose . it s not quite vinegary to me more or less a nutty sourdough bread . it s pretty strong in the smell pretty disappointing considering this is n t intended . t roasty watery hazelnuts with a bit of background melon rind . the watery nuttiness is really disappointing . it s such a bummer to be getting such nice nutty notes that are ruined by an unintended flavor character . the wateriness and flat melon rind flavors really dominate . a bit of wood shop sawdust rounds out the aftertaste . m foamy soft in the mouth before a gush of flat water spreads to every crevice in the mouth . this would honestly be even too watery for most sours . it did n t quite gain that vinegary fizz carbonation that would have been expected but the body is most certainly paper thin for the style . o so disappointed that my one bottle of maduro is compromised . i want to revisit this but it s hard to want to seek out something after being burned once . living in california and seeking out something in florida is n t that easy and it s always disappointing when there s a compromised bottle . i will seek this out again but it will likely have to be when i ve forgotten about this incident .,aroma,0.3,0
served at fridge temperature in a pint glass on a hot spring afternoon by the pool . best by jul as lasered in the neck . twist off cap . appearance slightly hazed from the wheat malt this beer pours a pale to medium cognac with a strong well presented two finger head . it condenses and settles down to a thin mat but the color and body is quite nice . lacing is soft and light . this resembles a cream ale on the eyes . smell wheaty with notes of lime and vanilla . clean and malty . taste here is where this offering becomes more macro . a corny manufactured watered down taste overtakes any malt hop or spice character . this beer was doing well up until now . mouthfeel drinkability overly prickly and gassy . after the carbonation works itself out it s gone . too fast and fleeting for me . there s not much happening in the way of interest it s more about quick refreshment over flavor .,aroma,0.7,1
a nice finger head with nice staying power . nice lacing . s wow . . nice maple nice cognac pipe tobacco aroma going on as well as some nice syrup smell . great . t initially some nice matliness caramel maple then some dry hops . m low carb let s this complex brew talk . d . great drinker . hope to have this in the fridge in the near future .,aroma,1.0,1
a . pours a dark brownish black with a thin tan head than has little carbonation and retention but has some really superb lacong on the side of my beer mug . s. the aroma is chocolate roasted barley some molasses some vanilla t. the taste is some dried fruits which taste like raisins and rotting plums some malted barley some hops a weak chocolate taste that is hard to notice that does not seem to mix well together . the after taste is the spoiled fruits and some hops . m. the mouthfeel is a nice smooth creamy feel that finishes off with a nice dry feel . d. the smell appearance and mouthfeel makes this drinkable but the bad taste makes me not want to drink this . i see that a lot of reviewers liked this beer and will admit that while this beer was made good for what it is i just find it to not be a good tasting stout but luckily there are stouts out there that i like .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from oz . bottle into a snifter . appears a nice cloudy reddish orange with one finger off white head . head gradually sinks down to a spotty coating on top . lots of floaters detract from the appearance . aroma of tropical fruits grapefruit orange sweet caramel malt perhaps a touch of pine wayyy in the back . flavor did not quite live up to the aroma . it is a bit more piney than the aroma suggests but still is dominated by citrus . the sweet maltiness from the aroma is also present here throughout the entire sip but towards the end it becomes a bit more like toasted malt . there s a strange quality right at the beginning of the swallow that i ca n t really describe except that it s not positive . perhaps metallic . finishes with a citrusy bitterness that coats the tongue and lingers on . mouthfeel is pretty full maybe leaning a bit towards the medium side . not outstanding but good . pretty damn good dipa right here . saw a single bottle hidden behind something in the fridge at the liquor store for a couple bucks and thought i d give it a try . certainly not disappointed but would n t really seek out more .,aroma,0.9,1
my friend ordered this at the blind tiger and though i only had a few sips it inspired me to review it . poured a hazy orange gold with a bit of whitish head . i ve never smelled a beer quite like it very floral hops and yeast with a distinct black pepper spice . definite beer geek cologne going on . tasted much the same a delicious sweet and floral take on the saison . could have had more carbonation to offset the honey sweetness but it definitely went down smooth .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer is very very bad . looks like straw with lots of bubbles . looks like every other macro this one just happens to be light . nose does n t really exist very light grain and malt and a nice hint of skunkiness . flavor is likewise . it s seriously amazing that a beer can have this little flavor . very slight grainy malt or maybe rice . nothing there . i actually felt like i could maybe use it in place of soda water . body is highly carbonated which i guess is how these roll . overall it sucks although you can get drunk as balls on them .,aroma,0.2,0
this beer has some seriously different odors coming off it . things i cant identify and havent really encountered much of . one of the bros mentions its like a perfume i suppose in the odoriferous sense i agree . the taste isnt bad though . fairly refreshing . i really recommend drinking it only with food as it does wash things down fairly well . this is not a beer to pour into a nice glass and enjoy on its own . got a heavy burger and short on cash to wash it down thisll do .,aroma,0.3,0
i must have had an old bottle in this one notched november with no year . vigorous pour into a tulip produced no head to speak of . the bubbles that did surface dissapated almost immediately . bark brown color . the smell was that of a standard stout but with the addition of a rather metallic copper smell . maybe from the lactose i love a stout so the taste was good to me . lactose sweetness roastyness . there was more carbonation than i expected after the lack if head . i thought i had a dud it s not too heavy but it does leave a feeling in the back of your mouth like you ve just had a tall glass of milk . loogie anyone . i did n t suffer through this beer but i think that more than would be a bit much,aroma,0.4,0
good solid workaday porter . no off characteristics . poured with a lovely frothy foamy head and lotsa lace . very dark opaque color . chocolatey earthy yet soft flavor and body . clean and balanced . really good beer . session as a matter of fact . haw . god is on my side,aroma,0.6,1
pours cloudy light copper color with no head . nose is dominated by whiskey . then there is some oak and toffee . taste is much like the nose dominated by whiskey wow it s almost too much . alcohol is not hidden here . this one is ment for sipping took me abut minutes to finish an about oz glass . mouthfeel is kind of thin no carbonation but it is cask . do n t think i would go for this one again too boozy .,aroma,0.8,1
pours pitch black with a tiny dark brown head that is reduced to a ring in a minute and leaves no lacing behind . nose is sweet milk chocolate cookie dough and roasted malt with hints of vanilla and black cherry in the background . creamy bittersweet chocolate upfront with coffee bitterness in the drying finish everything seems kind of muted compared to the nose . the body is on the light end of medium not quite what i was expecting but the lactose and low level of carbonation make for a pretty smooth sipper . this is a fairly enjoyable brew but i could n t see drinking more than a couple without wanting to go onto something else with a bit more complexity in flavor . perhaps with a little more carbonation the rich flavors hinted at in the nose could really come through .,aroma,0.8,1
i was expecting more considering the pedigree of the brewers and the high price of the bottle . thne nose is the main issue as it smelled burnt and almost vegetal in nature . i expected a luscious impy porter nose but had to struggle past the smell with each sip . the beer is quite bitter with intense coffee notes almost like a iced coffee had been mixed in with the porter . the nuts really showed up in the finish as the beer warmed up but the beer seemed a little confused in focus because of all the ingredients . would age help i do n t know because i doubt the nose will improve .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer opens with a strong cranberry wash and finishes with an odd mix of the tart cranberry and heavy saccharine of the molasses . it s certainly enojyable enough but has trouble deciding whether or not it wants to be a dessert beer . a good choice for the occasional seasonal pack but not something i d pick up on a regular basis .,aroma,0.9,1
a this beer pours a somewhat translucent cola brown hue it is capped with a thin tan head that exists briefly and then recedes to a collar . s the nose is a mix of spicy notes from yeast nutty impressions and dark fruitiness especially dates . t there is a strong metallic taste in this beer that i do not like whatsoever . the off flavor is disconcerting to the point that while i can detect some of the same nice elements i found in the nose i can not suffer this offense for more than a few mouthfuls . m it s not the feel s fault . o the beer is mostly a moderate to middling offering except for the terrible taste . why bother .,aroma,0.7,1
this beer looks rougher than a year in a mexican prison . fortunately appearance is n t everything wwith thise beer . big bannana fruit bubblegum aroma . very nice enticing aroma . smells great but looks a mess odd looking is the best that can be said for it . it looks like a caramel dulce de leche heavy on the milk and caramel syrup . it is completely opaque to the point of ridiculousness . sports a thumb thick creamy tan head . yeast and sugar notes in the fore are followed by huge bubblegum notes mild bannana spice nilla wafer like flavors and a dash of cloves . it has a very thick and creamy mouthfeel and is fun to drink despite the silliness of its appearance . i guess it s a lot like a really fun ugly chick . maybe she do n t look so hot but if you get to know her you might really enjoy the experience .,aroma,0.9,1
purchased on a whim only an hour or so ago . a curious sounding beer to be sure . a dubbel brewed with plums and rock sugar . alrighty then . drinking it from the comfort of my office while writing a paper . weee . this beer is n t trying to win me over early . a very slight pour yields a glassful of head and about a centimeter of liquid . fail . pour out try again . nope . i shook the bottle to release some co and tried a third time . finally . a massive yellowish head forms but at least there s something to drink . pour is a murky dark golden color actually it looks exactly like apple cider . lots of floaties . disappointing i was hoping that it would be purple . smell is decent . nothing terribly objectionable . belgian yeasty notes dark fruit i.e. plum sweet sugary aroma . understated . not nearly to par with its belgian brethren but this is n t terrible . the taste is okay . i actually get only a slight bit of plum fruitiness here as the soapy belgian quality of the beer is dominant . sticky sweet finish . oddly warming on the way down . mouthfeel and drinkability suffer in this brew . terribly overcarbonated fizzy too light in body . i would n t want to drink much of this . i ca n t really recommend this beer . it s not the worst thing i ve tasted but i just do n t see the point . you want a dubbel go get yourself some rochefort instead .,aroma,0.7,1
probably the best of the firestone walker beers that are bottled . i have tried both on tap and in the bottle and prefer the the tap over the bottle . beer is very drinkable has a great hop smell without the hop after taste . this beer can easily been sesioned without getting overwhemled by hops . must be the oak barrel fermentaion process that gives the beer the smooth drinkablity . would recomend this beer to both the beer snob and the beer novice .,aroma,0.7,1
bought at a gas station in warsaw . has a native american looking man on the bottle for some reason . tastes lighter than carlsberg s other polish product okocim but still abv . pours with almost no head . light yellow color . tastes malty with not much other flavor nothing offensive . i am starting to believe that all of the large scale polish lagers are almost indistinguishable . a good beer to chase shots of wyborowa .,aroma,0.4,0
so this is a new brew from them different from the smokey hill ale listed the base malt in smoky hill porter is produced in germany in the home of rauchbier bamberg over a beechwood fire . this rauchmalt is combined with modest amounts of crystal malt and two types of chocolate malt that add sweet and chocolaty notes to balance the assertive smoke qualities . hops really take a backseat in this style so as not to interfere with the complex smoky aromatics free state this pours a very dark brown almost black . thick off brown head gives it a creamy look to it . unfortunately the aroma is weak . some very small tinges of smoke come out but not much else . fortunately though the flavor is big . smoked meat dark plum and caramel malt blend nicely . their website mentions and gives tribute to alaskan smoked porter and with good merit . while this one is n t as rich deep or delicious as the alaskan it s well on its way . some may find the alaskan too much and then this free state version will be right up their alley . minor pine from the hops but that could be my imagination . this is a nice smoked porter good on a cold f ing day .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . longneck into a cascazilla pint glass purchased at the brewery a very cool glass with some red hops on it a copper red hue with about a inch head that quickly died down to an outer ring and no lacing maybe it was the glass fault s straight up pine and citrus from the hops also some malt sweetness in there t a burst of hops to start with . taste like west coast hops and not too bitter probably lots of late mid late hop additions and dry hopping as there is a great hop flavor and aroma to this beer without too much bitterness . good supporting role by the malt to keep the hops in check . some definate lightly roasted malts mixed in there with some sweet caramels . little bit of hop bite in the aftertaste . m lighter than i was expecting i thought it was going to be a good rugged medium to full bodied beer whereas i will give it medium at best . also thought the carbonation was a little too prickly . d could sit down and have a few of these . great flavor not overly bitter a little to high in gravity though for a true sessioner . i think ithaca has crafted a great beer here . awesome job combining the characteristics of a red ale and an ipa . i would love to have this on cask .,aroma,1.0,1
received as an extra from adambear thanks . . drank months prior to the enjoy by date on the bottle . a hazy opaque and very full orange yellow honey color . wild head that fizzes like crazy then immediately dissipates leaving the beer looking flat and lifeless in the glass . retains a slight ring around the edge and leaves a limp lace that quickly slides back down into the beer s a lot of citrus wheat and sweet honey . smells pretty rich and summery . honestly i probably would n t have mentioned honey if the bottle did n t mention it . it s very subtle t someone else mentioned bubblegum and bananas . that s perfect . plus of course the same smells mentioned above . the problem is that the taste is not as rich or strong as the smell would suggest . tastes almost watered down to me . it does leave a pleasant banana bread aftertaste that lingers for quite a while . m as it looks it feels flat in the mouth . o not a bad beer but not a standout either . i probably would n t recommend this or drink it again as there are many better summer wheat beers out there . and what s supposed to be unique about this brewed with honey does n t really add much complexity or even stand out as being very noticeable in this beer . i would drink this ice cold on a hot summer day before i d touch a bmc hands down though . .,aroma,0.7,1
reposting review from hacked account jmkratt picked up a single undated bottle at the local store . poured to a pint glass . a the beer is very light and straw in color with a mild haze . small finger white head with little retention . some visible lacing . s my favorite part of the beer is the aroma . it s a pleasant mix of mild malty sweetness with a nice fruity peach character . some wheat detected as well . no trace of alcohol . t if i were in a blind taste test i d say this was a peach soda i serve my kids and not beer . it is tart and sweet overly so and the peach flavor while dominant does n t seem fresh . finishes with a wheat flavor . m light bodied with a ton of carbonation . o below average and extremely disappointing . the guy at the store said he was n t a fan which is fine he recommended i put this bottle back and pick up a bomber of dry dock s apricot blonde . i am glad to have tried it but wo n t be back and will stick with the dry dock .,aroma,0.8,1
first of all i am very dissapointed to hear that warbird brewing company has closed . i have enjoyed thier beer . i poured the t red ale from a bottle to a pub glass . it did not deliver a lot of head or retention . it tapers off into a silky ring around the glass . warbird has produced a very drinkable red ale . it could use some more hoppiness but it still has a good flavor . i think i will stock up on a few six packs before i can not find them anymore,aroma,0.6,1
raaawkkkk . just cracked a vintage bottle . no. . ages nicely . significant amount of yeast but it all chunked to the bottom of which i accidentally poured into the glass . amazing head . sticks around the entire time of your enjoyment . corn is a letter word but maize is not . . . . although misspelled on the bottle maize gives this pilsner its color and adds as a typical american macrobrew ingredient . which is why i love this beer . i have nothing against corn or rice if used artistically and not as a cheap filler . shorts continues to amaze me they are the best kept secret in michigan and are on an artistic successful path that reminds me of the path dogfish head paved for recognition of craft brews as an art . smell is not like a typical pilsner thank the amarillo hops and nor is the complete taste . but you know its a pilsner as you drink . great reinvention innovation here . and the head is the longest surviving head on a beer i ve seen to date . . . . keep on rawkin joe .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to jmu for this bottle in a late wintertime trade . after a weekend of brutal bruising barrel aged craziness this appears to be just what the nurse ordered . my wife i mean . ml bottle split into two snifters only about of the bottle poured initially to avoid any potential sludgy wheat issues . pour is an almost solid yellow orange with a gentle white head . the smell turns my arrow up too much for my stunned nose to process . tons of unmilled wheat lemon citrus sweet honey bare sour tang underneath it all . niiiice . ithaca thirteen s nose lies like a lothario this is no sweet bomb . half a wheat harvest a hefe gone mad dog lights up the senses . then there s a weedy backbone that dampens my enjoyment of the brew considerable underlined by an rudderless wet dogginess . yeah that s not good . there s citrus lemon skin gentling hops but i m put off by the off flavors . my wife is digging this so i m going to turn the rest of the glass over to her . disappointing . the smell is wonderful but what happened in the translation to taste . perhaps just not my bag of groceries .,aroma,0.9,1
snagged from best friends wedding in february . presentation oz brew with date on the back label . poured into my radeberger glass . appearance inch beautiful creamy ultra white head . classic dark yellow color and above average lacing . smell very light smell . a bit of grain and that s about it . taste very flavorful . lots of malty grain . very crisp and somewhat dry on the finish . a tad bit of bitterness to be found . mouthfeel dry mouthfeel with moderate to high carbonation . drinkability this is a pretty decent pils . very impressed with this one . better than some of the more popular ones i have tried . two thumbs up here . tasty .,aroma,0.6,1
got this one from a friend that claimed it was awesome . i ll have to admit that i was very excited after reading the ratings here on ba but was extremely disappointed . triple fermentation and unfiltered sounded appealing but proved to not be worth the hype . the smell is decent and the look is that of a very good hef with little lacing . the smell and taste is very fruity banana dominates here and at there is no denying the fact that this one would sneak up on you if you find it drinkable .,aroma,0.7,1
first lambic i ve tried yet and i like it . i love the appearance on this beer . a darkish brick red color with nice carbonation . very nice . smell is just plain wonderful . it s like an entire garden of raspberries up your nose . just shear bliss . taste is quite tartful . i like the aftertaste though it s got that same aftertaste when you eat raspberries . granted it is good but i would n t want to drink or more of these . would n t mind having one every now and then though . good fruit beer .,aroma,0.9,1
from tasting notes poured into a snifter appearance hazy straw pour with a very foamy white head that settles surprisingly slowly and leaves a delicate but full lacing behind . smell very fresh citrus immediately hits the nose smelling of fresh lemons and orange zest . there is a bit of a wheat aroma some pine and more fresh squeezed lemons . absolutely inviting . taste the taste was not as vibrant as the nose but it was still a nice blend of wheat citrus especially lemon and yeast . definitely better than the average run of the mill wheat beer but certainly nothing mind blowing . mouthfeel light body medium to high carbonation very crisp and a nice refreshing finish . again nothing too impressive about average for a wheat beer in my book . overall this was a nice wheat beer on the whole and although there are certainly better ones our there this is still a good brew worthy of a try .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to beertracker and thehand for bottles of this choc brew . pours a clear golden color just a tad darker than your standard macro . a head of coarse white bubbles forms and quickly dissipates into nothing . aromas of yeast banana flowers and sweet citrus fruits are present . the watered down taste begins with a tangy belgian yeast flavor mixed with some generic spices and banana . as it warms a bread like wheat flavor is noticeable . carbonation is a bit extreme . of all the choc beers i ve tried so far this was my least favorite . very weak and unexciting .,aroma,0.7,1
the beer poured a translucent yellow with a thick fluffy white head . the head was nicer than usual but this had the appearance of cheap beer . the odors were along the same lines . it smelled of cheap beer like grain and alcohol with a bit of sourness . the taste was a pleasant upswing . initially sour and bitter with some good hoppy characteristics . the alcohol lingered along with a faint earthy flavor i could n t quite identify . the mouthfeel was unique . i would call is tanic sort of like a good dry wine . carobonation was ample and lingered for quite awhile . this was a fairly straightforward beer with a few unique aspects . good but not great thought that would n t stop me from having another .,aroma,0.4,0
after reading the other reviews i think i had an old or bad run with this . the yeast did not mix in very well after several swirls in the bottle it broke apart and was chunky in the bottom of my weizen glass . i did like the appearance and smell but overall i was not as happy with this brand as i have been with others in the category . i do not think that this will make another appearance in my fridge .,aroma,0.9,1
an odd beer and a tough review . poured from the bottle into a wine glass . appearance is a thick golden color . i poured several small glasses of this and found that a couple were more clear than others . shockingly a head materialized but obviously dissipated rapidly with the abv . smell interesting . about what i expected . tons of hops very oily which was only offset by the massive smack of booze to my face . pine earthiness and tropical presence there too . taste . ah . massive booze obviously . even more than expected . hops are pronounced but there s also a medicinal quality on the back end of this . reminds me a bit of fresh minute but stronger harsher . and i do n t care for minute . mouthfeel is n t bad . it s oily and medium full bodied spirit like . carbonation is barely there if at all . drinkability is real bad . real real bad . i only drank an ounce maybe . . i actually took the remainder and poured it back into the bottle . and this is n t me rating this out of some inability to handle strong beer booze i love utopias bourbon and scotch . this was far far less drinkable than any decent bourbon or scotch and can not even compare to utopias which i could drink a full glass of with no problem . this is a novelty a fun effort and worth trying if you can find friends to split the bottle with you .,aroma,0.8,1
a this light beer has a very light pale color and no lacing on the glass . s this beer has no smell at all . t it s a watered down taste m d it has little to no mouthfeel . if you want a general comsumption light beer then this is the beer for you . this beer is meant to be drank ice cold .,aroma,0.2,0
served on tap at dfh alehouse in fairfax va . finally . it s been a long time a waitin . a nice warm copperish orange reddish color . no head or lacing on this . looks very much like a fruit beer . s most of the hops come up here with fruit smells peach apricots t ohhh so good . hops are there but subdued . this has a very sweet taste but without being cloying . hops and honey is probably the best way i d describe it . worked very well with the buffalo wings that i had . however i was surprised that it was n t boozy given the abv . this had a very smooth taste . m just a faint hint of carbonation but this here s a sipping beer . o more please . alongside dfh s olde school barleywine this is one great beer . something to have on a special occasion or for during a equally great dinner .,aroma,0.7,1
time for me to rejoice a little bit . i ve had juliet among the other two sisters targeted for quite some time and got lucky to try this at goose island clybourn this weekend . bomber poured on june th into a gi provided chalice . a murky pink light red coloring very little head or retention with minimal lacing . in certain lighting it looks to be a much deeper and more attractive ruby red but still retains that murky trait from the yeast . s slight brett funk with lots of sour fruit notes blackberry as advertised . spices add complexity . cabernet scent is definitely apparent and quite unique . beyond the fruit and wine qualities the aroma is a bit subtle . t nice initial sweetness transitions smoothly into solid tart notes . more of the blackberries and estery fruit . maybe a little bit of the oak character coming through where it had n t revealed itself at all in the nose . taste is stronger but less involving than the aroma . m smooth with appropriate carbonation and medium bodied thickness . good finish with nice dryness . d it is good and yes this fits the bill as an introductory offering into the world of sours . the sour character is definitely present but it appears that gi wanted to exhibit the wine and fruit characters with equal importance so it makes for decent balance across the drink . i m glad i got to try it .,aroma,0.9,1
the name says it all . nutty sweet brown . but with nice clean finish . i got this on tap last night at chicago s handle bar . appearance pours medium brown . opaque not chill haze . one finger of head that quickly disappears to a thin layer of bubbles . no lacing . taste apples cherries slight citrus hops clean lightly carmeled malt highly attenuated so finishes amazingly dry in a good way . aroma not much . some carmely malts but that s about it . as it warms some of the fresh fruit notes come out in the nose . .but just barely . mouthfeel light despite the sweetness . highly carbonated . carbonation gives it a nice slightly prickly feel . the taste mouthefeel and overall drinkability make this a must try . damn good stuff . i could rifle these back all night .,aroma,0.6,1
i should fill my water bottle with this bring it to the gym . more tasty then gatorade much much more refreshing that that warm water fountain . that incline is a sneaky one though so watch out . it pours out of my jug of plenty into a standard pint glass . the head starts off slowly underwater but quickly rushes the surface taking out all paper plates beer coasters along the way . even leaving two inches of clearing it grew grew . i sipped up a little thought i had it but one final push bubbled it overboard . as i watched the clouds drip into the sink i was able to read the time on the wall through the most purely copper colored i ve ever seen . a near mirror finish with just the faintest trickle rising to the top . once it subsides pond scum . nothing too exciting about its scent . just a pile of buttered down white bread . a little green as well but not much . a mild though constant buzz dominates akin to having just brushed your teeth . pleasurable amounts of diacetyl toast . quiet . a soothing dulled out bitterness paired with moderately aggressive bubbles a watery texture make way for the most care free of evenings . it s just so easy .,aroma,0.6,1
ok here s the deal . drank it out of a snifter . was really looking forward to it and was bummed out . smelled like urine . what a turn off . got past that and enjoyed it but the smell was terrible . very creamy finish . it does mask the high abv nicely . i just must have had a bad bottle or this stuff just smells .,aroma,0.2,0
a pours a very dark brown almost black with a creamy two finger off white head . settles to a one finger head that lasts the entire time and leaves great thick creamy lacing . s roasted malt is basically all there is . pretty weak smell . t roasted malt just like the aroma has a bitter finish . very watery . m very light carbonation with a body that s so light i think i m drinking water . d the appearance is about the only thing that does it for me with this beer . other then that i just find it very weak in all aspects .,aroma,0.3,0
shared with dad and brother thanks george . opened after a few other shared bottles . poured from a . oz bottle into a tall glass . cloudy orange amber color with very little head or foam lingering on the glass . smell is flowery and piney . not overpouring and subdued . taste is true to its style . flavor is subdued . piney and citrusy notes . the belgian yeast appears in the finish . mouthfeel is undercarbed and a bit watery . i enjoyed the company i shared this beer with much more than the beer itself . i would not purchase or drink again .,aroma,0.7,1
saw this interesting looking bottle in a local supermarket . a pint draught flow system . nitro can . as soon as i cracked this can it spewed forth foam a fat geyser of foam that was almost perfectly white . odd . the beer itself initially was completely white almost but then the head rose to the top and the haze cleared to reveal an amber beer with a very creamy fluffy white head . head retention seems to be absolute this foam is n t going anywhere . the pour was honestly awesome . the smell is . i do n t know . nothing . very very subdued floral notes with a metallic tinge . it s a light to medium bodied brew that s alll kinds of smooth going down . a product of the nitro can i suppose . one thing though it almost seems as though the nitro here really just kills . absolutely kills any flavor this beer has . it s so one dimensional and boring . i ve had other beers that i feel had greatly benefited from nitro old rasputin through a nitro tap for instance is just superb as far as i m concerned . but then again that s an incredible beer however you pour it . the beer starts of so smooth and as it dries out you re sort of left wondering what you just drank . why it tasted that way . what went wrong . who knows . when it comes to drinkability . this is a nitro can . what else did you expect . i just do n t like it though .,aroma,0.4,0
a poured a cider like golden color with no head . s a very inviting sweet smell of hops and oranges . t a mostly malty profile with a slightly bitter hoppy finish . later on i detect notes of oranges . very light and refreshing . carbonation could be a bit toned down . alcohol is well hidden and i did n t even know it had a abv until i read the label . m very thin and slightly watery . d the drinkability is good and could be a session . basically its a light bock with a slightly hoppy twist . i personally prefer more traditional bocks .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle poured into a snifter . keep f cool space to notch month and date . only was notched . a vanilla java porter reacts to the tall pour terribly . the thin and clear super dark brown beer forms no head for half the pour then instantly starts effervescently fizzing like a can of soda . the loose ugly tan bubbles react the same way forming a pile and disappearing within seconds . even a swirl gets no retention . all that s left is a thin film and ring of foam . s a distinct vanilla extract aroma appears right away but seems to fade with the effervescent release of carbonation . the remaining aroma is a teeter totter between dark heavily roasted malts and equally roasted coffee . bittersweet chocolate also plays a roll in the aroma with a complimentary drizzle of molasses . a vigorous swirl brought out some green grassy like hops which were low in presence enough to add depth to the aroma rather than be unpleasant . even with the warming vanilla is still rather absent . t heavily roasted malts which dominate the nose also dominate the flavor . lots of thin roasted coffee also comes out but the flavor lacks the good depth and intricacies the nose offers as it s missing the rich bittersweet chocolate and vanilla . while the swirl offered up hops in the nose the hops are just omnipresent in the taste giving the finish a light grassy touch . m this beer is medium light bodied and thin in both flavor and texture . the carbonation is too much for this style and what they re going for . the flavor does n t need a sparkling carbonation finish . the roasted bitterness leaves a lingering dry texture to the finish . this beer needs it s carbonation lowered and it s body boosted . d the aroma is good but it all went down hill fast from there . the lack of body and thin profile are disappointing . it s drinkability is ok but there is no incentive to bring me back for another try of this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance ml bottle from lukes with an amazingly funny label depicting someone beingwacked by a spoon . the bottle is corked and caged . in my wine glass this beer is surprisingly clear with lots of bubbles rising through the golden liquid . the white head starts out about a finger and a half but falls to a half finger quickly . lacing is coating . smell slight sour twang with a subtle yeast spiciness and some sweet malt . good smell the restrained sourness is the way i like my belgians . taste rather strong fusel presence at the back . the rest of the flavor is slightly sour with some sweet malt . in the first pour there is not much yeast character and that really doesnt change even with a bottle swirl . mouthfeel really strong carbonation with a thin body . drinkability notes the alcohol presence makes this unpleasant in quantity . from a beer called primitive i expected more funk . i have been drinking a lot of belgians lately and this just does not stack up to the many dine choices out there .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into standard pint . nice head very dense lacing right off the bat that coats the glass all the way down . a nice chestnut mocha brown that lest light pass through . s malt sweetness perhaps a bit of smoke spice and that s about it . still par for the course and inviting . t very good . good malt body and flavor build moderately hoppy crispness and a finish that leaves a great malty molasses flavor lingering . i am impressed . while bocks are n t my forte per se this one is very tasty . lip smacking good . m moderately heavy but enough carbonation and hop bite to make it nothing short of awesome going down . very full rich but not overbearing in the slightest . d high . i was not sure how i d like this beer but after finishing it i m glad i have or more kicking around . this is a delicious beer . if you can find it try it . worth the price of admission and then some .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours a light slightly clouded amber with a white two finger head the smell is not that awesome all i get is a little oat slight hop maybe some banana taste is almost like a wheat ipa i have heard this compared to wet and i think wet smashes this beer by far for the hop lover it definitely has a good hop after taste but the forward hop presence is not available mouthfeel is up there with the best of them so smooth and creamy really surprised for an ipa it a good beer .,aroma,0.4,0
a a cloudy reddish orange color with a this off white head that quickly faceds to a small ring . s great smell like a realy fruity white wine dark raspberries some of the cereal grains come through no hop aroma . t very raspberry like . it doesn t over power though . there is a strange bitter after taste much like after eating the seeds of a raspberry . slightly metalic . a little bit bready and a little cereal in there too . m light body with a lot of carbonation d drinkability is just ok because of that strange fermented fruit bitterness .,aroma,0.9,1
practically no head on this blackish brew . the smell is very very smokey and loaded with phenol . the smell of scotch especially the alcohol comes through . taste . a complete mess . way too much smoke way too much phenol way too much whiskey . it tastes like an over smoked campfire a previous reviewer remarked thin bodied porter that has a shot of an islay scotch in it . .and a few drops of liquid smoke . .did i mention the smoke . nothing connects it s all just in your face harsh . .each separate flavor is overdone . i really like smoked beers and i really like single malts so i thought i would like this a lot . and it was a gift . a drainpour . really i know this is not cheap but i found it undrinkable . i like what brewdog is doing so i will keep trying their beers but this one sucked .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance this gave up a beautiful full white head that was very fluffy . the ale itself was a thin but pretty orangish yellow . smell this does n t smell anything like a bpa . the grain is retched and reminds me of a dirty ashtray . taste the grain is disgusting at the taste . again it s like an ashtray but now mixed with moldy corn and rotten gummi bears . mouthfeel here it faired better . the carbonation is light and sprightly and i even get a dash of bitterness at the end . sinkability there were parts of this beer that were ok but overall this sucked even by italian beer standards . what in god s name possessed them to call this a belgian pale ale i have no idea .,aroma,0.3,0
i know this will be much better in a few years but i m reviewing it now so i m giving it a lower rating than i will at some future date . this beer has a great rich orange gold color and a slightly offwhite head that has good structure at first but falls fairly quickly for this slow sipper . when you first pour it it wafts clean fruity and spicy saison notes . put your nose to the glass and everything intensifies going from mouthwatering to mindnumbing . the initial aroma had set me up for something lighter than stone . but we would all be disappointed if stone really served us up a light bodied beer . there is a lot of spice and fruit to this . the taste is just a lot of punching and kicking scratching and biting and screaming between your malty fruits your bitter hops and your spices . right now everything is shouting so loud it is difficult to care . but give this party a few years and there will be perfect harmony . you can tell this beer has talent . overall seems very similar to the sans lime leaves . i think the was perfect though . thanks to oodeftone for making sure i got one of these . i was able to get some more to age .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from bottle into pint glass appearance a light straw color with a white head that faded faster then the pour . smell not much odor at all . a little bit of malt but other then that very little taste it actually had more flavor then expected . while not having a lot of hop flavor could taste some decent maltiness and some giving way to a corn sorta sweetness in the end . mouthfeel a good level of carbonation for the style but a little bit thin on the viscosity . overall average for a standard american lager . at only for a pack it is worth the price . a good beer for tailgating and massive parties where you do n t know and do n t care to know most of the people there .,aroma,0.4,0
grabbed two of the last bombers they had at the restaurant this past weekend and have been dying to try it . appearance a pale orange in color with some slight haziness and a decent sized white head which dissipated rather quickly . smell not much of a nose on this one although what there is of it smells like a saison ought to some clove and spiciness along with a bit of citrus . taste wow . this is delicious . the clementine peels just erupt with flavor as the spices dance around the palate making for a very complex flavor . a nice subtle sour apple flavor finished off each sip leaving the drinker thirsty for that next sweet orange sip . mouthfeel crisp dry and refreshing without a ton of carbonation . that combination makes for an extraordinarily easy to drink beer . overall a bomber was a bit steep but i as i sit here enjoying this beer i am very happy that i splurged on it and i ca n t wait to split the other bottle with my girlfriend . this is great work by the guys at flossmoor i just wish it had a bit more of a nose . one of the better saisons i have had .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a beautiful dark red with a nice or so head . head disappears into nice lacing . i love the smell of this beer . i smell molasses with hints of toffee . nice maltiness . mouthfeel is very good . this goes down great and works well with most food . as a big british beer fan i keep this on hand at all times and usually have at least one with dinner or while reading a book . great esb .,aroma,1.0,1
the appearance it pours out a rusty brown color a little cloudy with fair amount of foam which dissipated rather quickly . bubbles racing to the top . the smell hints of caramel and raisins with some citrus faintly in the background . the taste i let this one warm slightly in the glass as i watched the bubbles rise . the first taste a bit fruity then turns to a malty raisin and caramel taste that i enjoyed greatly . no noticable hops no bitterness . mouthfeel a pleasent carbonated fruity but smooth feel drinkability after my second sip i realized that this was a very delightful splurge at . and was wshing that i had bought bottles . i knew right away i wasn t going to offer a sample to my friends . this was to be all mine .,aroma,0.6,1
light red color medium head . light taste some malts and slight hops . light body . somewhat typical of american mass produced beers the flavor is turned down of this beer . what s there is good but there is just not enough of it . good balance of hops and malts . malts are slightly sweet . mouthfeel is a little over carbonated and a little thin . finish is clean . aftertaste is slightly bitter.not a lot of flavor what is there is very good but it needs to be a little more intense .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a slightly dark orange . hardly any head to speak of . smell is wow . big burst of grapefruit pineapple very juicy fruit like . taste is more grapefruit and then slides into bitter and hoppy . its a nice bitter and does n t really linger too long . i actually expected more bite from this one . but overall still a nice dipa and one you could drink a couple of .,aroma,1.0,1
presentation poured into a pint glass from a oz bottle different than pictured . no dating information provided on bottle a cloudy rusty reddish brown with a nice off white head and moderate lacing . s very mild malty grainy scents . some background hop aroma present . t m strong flavored and full bodied . nice hop level . caramel malty sweetness up front . hop bitterness throughout with a nice tangy fade to a mild sweetness . this stuff has a nice chewy texture and it is well balanced . i might not search this one out specifically but it is defintely a decent drinker . especially if you enjoy the style .,aroma,0.6,1
the magnanimous xpimptasticx busted out this bottle at a recent tasting . extremely grateful for getting to try this beer . veritas shows almost no head at first but swirling the tulip eventually builds a few wisps of taupe foam . the body is a hazed goldenrod hue . my mouth puckers just from the aroma never had that happen before . insanely tart notes of lemon zest white grape rinds and dry oak barrels . funk sourness rolled into one . each sip tastes like pieces of lemon peel coated in a shock tart shell . super sour with acetic acid and tannic wood drying out the finish . delicious stuff . body is thin and light on the palate with just the right amount of carbonation . so incredibly tart for me the only comparable wild ale is batch beatification in terms of sheer sourness . my enamel is all but gone and for that i must again thank michael xpimptasticx . fantastic beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a night golden with no lacing . the falling sediment is large and chunky . s big pear and apple scent apparent lemon grass and a sweetness . seems very complex i love it . t disappointed from the smell . strong alcohol taste with peppery finish . not as sweet as i would suspect . a bit of dry hoppiness with a sticky long lasting finish that remains bitter . m i felt like i was almost drinking a melted ice cream shake that was carbonated very thick . d it warms fast which increases the strength of the alcohol increases the strength of the pepperiness in the smell as well . would accept it if given to me and would enjoy . but probably would not buy again . looks like others had good things to say maybe i just got a bad bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a light reddish orange and a bit darker than is typical for the style . the two fingers of light tan head quickly recede amongst a furious activity of bubbles whose popping rises to the ears . a thin very thin sheet of lacing is left and a large amount of tiny pieces of sediment hang in suspended animation . huge sweet and bready malts rise to the nose upon an initial whiff . a second whiff reveals some oranges apples grapefruits and phenols . tastes obviously malty up front with some bananas butterscotch taffy spices and a faint bitterness to fruition . mouth feel is rich creamy and almost full bodied but not quite . there s a definite alcohol heat on the way down and i m lovin it . it has a medium carbonation with the bubbles quickly bursting and receding after a shake . this is another great tripel i must add to an ever growing list of essential revisits .,aroma,1.0,1
harpoon ipa is sorta the mustang of craft beer . it rarely if ever wins the best of conversation but somewhere along the line someone inevitably brings it up and i can see why . it pours a nice amber with a nice bit of white head that soon fades into obscurity . it smells likes it s on the esb end of ipas with a nice balance of malt and hops . none of this is truly impressive . the taste and mouthfeel on the other hand wowie zowie . what a great beer . it marries hops with malt in a beautiful way and the mouthfeel is pleasantly grainy . it s mouthfeel is flat out perfect and it s taste is wonderful . clean yet voluminous . . . it works on so many levels . awesome awesome awesome . truly recommended . great stuff . i usually only buy singles but this time i sprung for the six pack and i do n t regret it . not one bit .,aroma,0.6,1
really a legend on campuses nationwide . for many this is the ultimate price conscious beer although keystone is much better . it smells rank looks crappy and feels like when you take a drink and there is a hair in your beverage . seriously it just does n t feel right . the drinkability is there because the taste is ignorable if you chug it quickly and in large quantities . all in all stay away .,aroma,0.2,0
i have tried this beer two ways . .with and without lime in it . my advice is to definatly drink this with a lime . without adding anything this beer tastes so plain and dull . a lime improves the taste significantly . thats why i rated the taste and drinkability higher than i would have if i would have reviewed this without adding anything . this beer appears pale with a small head that dissapears in the blink of an eye . mouthfeel is decent and drinkability is average . . there are better choices out there though .,aroma,0.4,0
serving type oz bottle appearance tan brown fairly pumpkin orange colored minimal head some lacing look s slighty bland in glass . smell pumpkin nutmeg cinnamon malts brown sugar spices . smells like liquid pumpkin pie . taste starts off with pumpkin and lots of ginger and malts . not as flavor heavy as i figured it would be . rather smooth and easy drinking . sugars arent overboard neither are the spices . alcohol is really masked under the flavors . nutmeg allspice and ginger really are the main spices and come through from beging till end . mouthfeel its rather thin and easy on mouth . spices and malts hit tounge palette gets spices and ginger and aftertaste is weak and not long lasting only slighty bitter . overall not the flavor bomb i was expecting espically from this brewery that features over the top flavored beers . rather smooth and dangerous at . drinkibilty . wish it had more pumpkin flavor and a little lest ginger . worth a drink for sure just a little weak from hoppin frog .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a pint glass . a pours a thick viscous dark brown practically black liquid . a half inch of head maybe quickly dissipates . s the best smelling coffee oatmeal stout i ve smelled to date . rich strong coffee followed by malts and oatmeal . pretty much like you were to walk into a coffee shop baking oatmeal cookies . t nice bitterness up front smoothed out with the strong coffee to follow . a nice oatmeal flavor also lingers . tastes like this one might actually be good warm like a regular coffee . a breakfast beer i suppose . m sharp up front with an outstanding creamy mouthfeel to follow . light carbonation . d too rich to drink many of these in a sitting . but for one it is a lovely beer . the prevalence of the coffee and oatmeal flavors definitely will make me seek this one out again .,aroma,1.0,1
my girlfriend bought this beer thinking it was the heavyweight b.o.r.i.s . beeradvocate orignal russian imperial stout but it was n t . pours a nice looking amber with a decent sized off white head . smells like complete ass . grainy and wheaty and absoolutly hop presence anywhere . tastes grainy with no complexity anywhere . i have to give it to this beer though it s quite crisp and clean . that s about all that it s got going for it . avoid it .,aroma,0.2,0
poured a oz bottle into a pint glass and these were the results nice fluffy one finger white head graced this slightly cloudy pale amber ale . rings of lacing were left on the glass as the chugging commenced nice . the aroma was of a fruit forward chardonnay . citrus and floral scents were immediately detectable along with a sweeter malt characteristic and alcohol . the taste was honestly a bit of let down compared to the aroma . the sweeter characteristics were muted i was not expecting that from this ipa it was more of a hoppy citrus and slight grapefruit flavor all in all a little too much on the hops part that left the flavor unbalanced . there is a lingering bitterness on the tounge that is n t like most other ipa s instead of being pleasant this one was a little too bitter . it did however have nice carbonation that lightened it up a bit . i would n t say this is a sessionable beer because at . abv it might takes it toll on you if you choose to pound these away all night . it s a little heavy on the palate and the hoppy characteristics made it difficult for me to have more than just one . i would prefer their double barrel ale to this anyday .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a two finger light beige pillowy head leaving a good lace . hazy amber color . light medium carbonation . medium bodied . starts and finishes sweet this could be mistaken for a belgian . the high abv is not really noticeable . pricey . for a ml bottle from wine society tyngsboro ma .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle shared by vito at the coppermine pub thanks . appearance pours a medium brown to chestnut with a finger off white khaki crown that displays moderate retention and lace . smell strong coffee notes over roasted malt . fairly straight forward but the limited dimensions it offers are good in their own right . taste fairly waterly coffee rinds . mouthfeel a touch thin for my liking when it comes to a coffee beer . overall not the best new glarus offering i ve had .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap poured into a oz . tasting glass . a deep browinsh black with a wet sand colored head that retained well and left strong lace . a a little light here but i did get some nice coffee chocolate and roasted malts . i think if i were to drink this out of a regular pint the aroma would have come off better . t again chocolate and coffee . the roadted malts really shine . there is a subtle earthy hop presence toward the finish that tries to balance the beer . m d this is one of the more smooth porters i have had low carbonation and medium body . excelent drinkability due to the . abv and the smoothness . overall imo the third best beer at tbbc . a must have . skal .,aroma,0.6,1
river horse gets initial bonus points for its cool name eye catching packaging and the neat labels on the bottle . after all presentation counts for a lot and the design of the six pack wraps and bottle labels really stands out . the beer is an amber bronze not quite clear and poured with minimal head . the taste flavor is understated that s the kindest way to put it . there is a nice combination of hops and malt but . it is . . just . so . small . i ca n t dissect any particular hop flavor notes maybe slight citrus . there is a pleasant bitterness to the finish . further through the drink after it warmed a bit the flavor seemed to come on a bit stronger . mouthfeel is ok body is medium to light almost watery actually carbonation is not aggressive . drinkability is actually a little higher than you might think . my impression of the beer improved as it got warmer and i got past my initial expectations . i think the real problem with this ale is the expectations and the impression of false advertising . here your have this hung like a horse image compounded with the greatly overblown hop hazard name . river horse brings on the anticipation of power and mighty flowing water and hop hazard leads you to expect at least a hop blast if not a hop bomb . this beer could serve as an introduction to pale ales for somebody who had never tasted beyond mgd or killians . but the hop hazard name so inflates the expectation as to lead to . disappointment . rather than trash this beer as a teeny weeny ale with oh so modest endowments i prefer to judge it for what it is instead of what it pretends to be . it reminds me of the story of the rabbi who circumcised babies for years . he collected all the foreskins then took them to a leather craftsman to have them sewn together into a change purse . he gave the change purse to the king who looked at it and said it is so tiny it can only hold a few small coins . what good is it . said the rabbi just rub it a little . so it is with hop hazard just rub it a little let it warm up some and the taste expands a bit .,aroma,0.4,0
best before k i not sure what that means or if some of the printing is missing . but if is the year i m a little late . very dark reddish brown in color . no sediment and very little head . some minimal lacing . smells of banana sour apple and a some funky yeast . the sweet smelling belgian malts are very nice . the flavor starts out very well . it begins with a roasted malt character and a sweet caramel . but the fruitiness that you get on the nose is missing in the taste . it seems to finish bitter and flat the carbonation is a little higher than expected . this smells better than it tastes . overall it is n t bad . but lacks in complexity of flavors i expect from a belgian dark ale .,aroma,0.9,1
part of my ongoing quest to try beers from all over the place that i just never get a chance to try . this one was served cold and poured into a pint glass consumed on . the pour was the best part by far . rich amber in color and very clear with a big towering head of white foam on the top that settled down very nicely into a thin pillow with nice side lacing . went in for a whiff and thats when it seemed to go wrong for me . wet cardboard light fruit but off . lots of grain and a hint of corn coming through on the smell not sure what is going on here but i push on to take a taste of what may lie underneath . i find a mess again . light grassy hops loads of grain and a musky bread like malt flavor that really just goes nowhere . light feel and very carbonated but it just wasnt doing it for me . could be refreshing but the taste just misses its target overall i would skip over this one if it came my way again . just seems to need a good bit more work before it is a finished product .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a medium gold color . the egg shell head tops out at about a finger deep and sticks around for a minute or two . the abundance of active carbonation keeps a thick layer of foam on top almost all the way through the beer . some lacing is left behind as well . s starts out with a clean grainy aroma . midway there is some creamed corn and a touch of alcohol . light hop spiciness is in there as well . finishes off with a light smell of raw bread dough . i know surly can make some pretty good smelling beers but this is definitely not one of them . t now that s better . the flavors that are present and accounted for here work well together . white bread starts it all off . grain is present but not as much as in the nose . alcohol is very hard to detect in the flavor . it s a little sweet with a spicy almost peppery hop presence . this beer makes a strong case for lack of complexity not always being a bad thing . m lighter side of medium bodied with a healthy level of carbonation that keeps the palate tingling . this is a very smooth and creamy brew overall . finish starts out sweet and ends up with the hops that gives it kind of a spicy twang . d drinkability is pretty good for the hell . flavor is mild . alcohol is low . it s very smooth . that s pretty much the trifecta of an easy drinking brew . the aroma could probably use a little work but that s really about it . i could easily see this beer find a niche in the concert sporting event crowd . given the current distribution i probably would n t seek this one out again . if given the chance though i d probably never turn it down either .,aroma,0.6,1
review from my notes . a pours a rich golden yellow with a off white custard head . thick and creamy topping on a great looking glass of beer . s a rich citrus piney hop aroma is released when you open the bottle and once in the glass that s all you can smell . sweet grapefruit fantastic smell . t unfortunately the smell seems more powerful than the taste which seems a bit on the light side . there is a bit too much bitter at the end for my taste . m also a bit lighter than expected but has great carbonation for the style . o overall this is a good ipa but not the best . pte has this beat on all accounts and for alesmith i think that i prefer a fresh winter yulesmith not sure why this one is rated higher .,aroma,0.9,1
for all the talk i d heard about this being extremely lowly carbonated mine poured a nice finger and a half into a rich golden brown slightly hazy . head dissipates rapidly with minimal lacing but surprising retention . nice glow to it . aroma is rich and complex with funky barnyard notes against a variety of bready sugary tones . slightly musty and apricoty . the taste is unfortunately staggeringly sweet at first a light golden brown sugar that overwhelms practically everything . the finish has a slight sour twang to it and a bit of a rusty bitter note so it s not overpoweringly cloying on the back end which is really all that keeps this drinkable . mouth is fine . holds up well medium to light body . sticks a bit long on the tongue . about halfway through the sweetness since it s not cloying is something you adapt to . it does n t build on itself . that said it s not something i d reach for again .,aroma,0.8,1
white head settled to a thin cap . .leaves a slight bit of lace down the sides of the glass . clear straw color . .steady flow of carbonation bubbles flowing to the top of my pint citrus . .lemon . .pine hops . .nothing overwhelming in the nose citrus flavors with the lemon being the most prevalent . .backed up by grainy malt and a nice amount of pine hopiness to keep it balanced . slight bitterness in the finish light with a semi creamy body . slight pops of carbonation after each sip . .makes you look forward to the next sip i know the bottle says . abv for this one but i sure could n t tell from drinking it . i only picked up a single bottle to try so i m not sure how sessionable this one could be . just on a guess i d say at least of these should be easy now i ll have to pick up a pack to test it out not that i m complaining . light very tasty and well balanced . .had it after a hot day of working in a warehouse and it was very refreshing,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle into a snifter . pours a bright cloudy yellow almost like lemonade with a bright and fluffy white head that slowly fades to a thin layer with a formidable collar . aroma has lots of spicy belgian yeasts with some barnyard funk . also some notes of lemongrass in the background . very nice and clean aroma even with the funk . taste has lots of lemons and a light bitter hop profile . there s also a light sweetness in there but it s hard to associate it with a particular flavor . almost reminds of me a really good witbier rather than a belgian pale but it s really good and enjoyable either way . mouthfeel is fairly light and kind of fluffy but that s to be expected . lots of prickly carbonation dances around on my tongue . drinkability is definitely high on this one it goes down nice and easy . this would make for a very refreshing summertime beer i guess i need to stock up on some since the warm weather is coming . .,aroma,0.9,1
enjoyed this beer dogfish head alehouse in gaithersburg a dark pitch black color with a tan head that lingers for a while . s aromas of coffee cocoa powder and roasted malts . t strong coffee and chocolate flavors cross the palate at first . roasted malts leave a nice aftertaste . m full body and medium carbonation . smooth and creamy . o a great coffee stout . very drinkable and enjoyable .,aroma,1.0,1
the beer is a cloudy pale yellow as it s sits in my pint glass . at least an inch of thick white head . after the head retreats not much lacing is left behind . the aroma is sweet grain and yeast . it s not a strong smelling beer by any stretch . i really had to get my nose in there to pick up any aroma . the flavor is delicious . yeasty and bread like . a hint of fruit but mostly wheat crackers is what i pick up . the finish is very dry . medium to light body with a mild carbonation . a very drinkable and refreshing beer from ng . i m not real familiar with the style but i would have to say i m a fan if this is what it s supposed to taste like .,aroma,0.6,1
a deep brown with a frothy head the color of roasted marshmallow . my first instinct was that the aroma was very faint but as i adjusted the roasted malts smell followed by a yeasty brown bread and caramel odors . the first was a rush of liquid bread then a strong sensation of fruity flavors dark cherries plum a raspberry thrown in for good measure . think deep red and purple fruits and the musky essence of their fermentation . it almost has a madeira raisin wine sort of sweetness the sort of thing that develops in a lot of beers only after aging . the malts and hops are there of course but the plethora of other flavors can distract you . what an interesting complex assortment of flavors to contemplate . the mouthfeel is creamy and big you get the essence of the . abv but it does not detract from the quality of a beer .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours poorly . if you can get a decent head it s gone before you start to drink . the smell is not good at all . almost rotten . without a lime this beer is best on the shelf . it tastes like it smells . poor and rotten . add about lime to it in a pilsner and it becomes bearable . infact with a lime i ll still drink it once in a while . the finish is not good unless covered up by the lime . maybe i should just suck on a lime .,aroma,0.2,0
and this one fresh from bauer s pours a really really pretty ruby flecked with extra pink ness . head retention is impressive . as for smell i am an anosmiac so this lies beyond my immediate capacity . this beer is deliciously god awful . honestly though i find this one very unappealing to me at least it tastes like someone combined some non descript unripe berry juice with an under carbonated macro brewed light beer and made it really really sour . this is unfortunate because ive been very impressed with some of the earlier releases in harpoons barrel series . not to say that this is not an interesting beer on a personal level however this is one of the few beers i could never ever see myself enjoying . on a more positive note i am absolutely in love with the mouthfeel of this beer . its light velvety and to me very reminiscent of raspberry flavored whip cream . very nice . remarkably drinkable as well if you dont mind the dreadful taste .,aroma,0.2,0
goose island christmas ale oz bottle in pint glass at f this is a bottle of the vintage that i have been cellaring since i moved from the midwest . ah the good old days prior to the temptation and influence of ab . appearance light brown with red note . the head is very poor with little retention . . smell best part of the beer . an obvious caramel toffee sweetness of crystal malt is most prominent . the beer has the unique feature for this style by including a spiced raisin aroma although it is mild . no hops contribution to the scent . . taste sweet up front with rich caramel with just a hint of vanilla creaminess and raisin . the hops are bigger than most in this style but still on the low side . the beer ends with a dry nutty aftertaste . i wish some of the spiciness i could stir up in the aroma trickled down into the taste . . mouthfeel pretty light body . almost too light . carbonation is appropriately low . i am still rating this low because of the awful head retention . . drinkability being from the chicago area this is a beer i always looked forward to at christmas time . it was simply a fantastic session beer and still is . aging really contributes little to the beer but hasnt detracted anything either even after years . .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bottle into a pint glass a pours black with a paper thin offwhite head that fades qucikly . carbonation is prevalent and bubbles line the glass up and down . the lack of head was disappointing s super strong smell of chocolate with the lacto sweetness up in there too . fantastic stuff t it s . really bitter . most milk stouts are really sweet . this one is the total opposite and i m not sure how to feel about it . has more of a stouty chocolate taste to it as opposed to a milk stouty chocolate taste . i do n t necessarily mind it it s just odd . it almost has hints of an infection to it because i m getting a lot of cherry flavors . m body is really thick and creamy as you d expect o do all bottles have this . odd flavor to them . if so i m not a huge fan . if not i need a non infected bottle to try,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle into the bruery tulip . gorgeous bottle art as always . pours dark murky red brown with a creamy dense rocky off white head of fingers towering on top . very good retention as the big head takes the better part of half an hour to settle into a dense thick cap . decent lacing . nose is interesting . faintly musty brett stands out clearly traces of barnyard a bit metallic bright citrus underneath . light nutty roastiness barely perceptible underneath . a bit less impressive than most of stillwater s beers too one dimensional . taste is surprising very complex . this feels like a big brown ale fermented with farmhouse yeast . bright lemon and a bit of barnyard hidden under a thin musty layer all wrapped around a dry nutty lightly roasty bready malt body . straddles the borderline between roasted and deeply toasted notes . floral overtones as found in almost all stateside s beers . light breadcrust hints of coffee and a bit of herbal bitterness on the very back end . fairly clean a bit of a metallic note in there . could be in the very earliest stages of oxidation hard to tell . unexpected i know many have n t been enamored with this effort but i find it rather pleasant . perhaps it s my unadulterated love of english brown ales but i rather enjoyed this one . mouthfeel is good has the trademark unfiltered fullness of all of stillwater s beers with a moderate bite to the small bubbled carbonation . fairly drinkable though not in the same league as the truly great renditions of the style . the complexity kept me coming back however .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a lovely beer . bright golden tropical sour tasty . the sour is subtle and takes an off stage roll to the notes of pineapple mango and citrus that are the star . it s has a chardonnay taste with slight hints of champagne carbonation . by slight hints i mean slight hints . i think it needs more bubbles . on a side note i love the taste of sours but not the smells . batch one . bottle of,aroma,0.6,1
pours dark brown with a minimal head but some clarity . the nose explodes with spices like nutmeg and coriander . very rich and interesting smells . tastes almost apple y with more spices from the nose continuing . still expected more spices based on the smell alone . the taste is good and i think the finish is just long enough although it could be a little heavier in the mouthfeel . not overly spicy like some other holiday brews .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled . . picked this bottle up after a tasting in downtown wine spirits in somerville ma . matt from the brewery was serving this the porter and one or two other styles . ill be honest a free t shirt offer by picking up two bottles baileys moors porter certainly didnt hurt his cause this being my first foray into nantuckets cisco brewery . i got home and put the moors away for another time and popped open the baileys . a generous pour produced a monster head of thick foam . when the storm had somewhat cleared a juicy orange gold brew sat below the beaten egg crown . full and slightly cloudy by drinks end the circular yeasty puddle graced the bottom of a resinous spider web of lacing . the aroma was immediately citrus oranges sweet grapefruit . an astringent chemical smell soap like almost is quite prominent at first and tends to dominate but does lower considerably as the brew warms . hops can be detected and mild belgian funkiness as well . little malt profile beyond some pale graininess . the flavor like the nose is citrusy off the bat . those orange flavors definitely supersede . there is a very solid hop bitterness throughout that mingles nicely with the belgian funk . the beer is full but crisp . oily residues coat the tongue after a good well carbonated gulp . it drinks slow the bitterness and fullness dictating . but despite some of that chemical aroma it stands up . id get it again . this beer reminds me a lot of houblon chouffe a beer in itself oddly classified . huge thick head color bold hoppiness blended with euro funkiness . quite interesting .,aroma,0.6,1
body is very light for a stout light easily penetrates the beer even in a wide glass . head is almost not very large just a few wisps on top of the glass . smell is sweet and chocolatey nice java presence . taste is a little drier than i would have expected . still has a nice chocolate and hops presence to it could use a lot more body as this beer is fairly thin . better than average but not mind bogglingly delicious or anything .,aroma,0.8,1
my husband and i bought this beer at dogfish in rehoboth . we opened it tonight . we first served it in tulips and then tried half pints . appearance the appearance was yellow with a thick head . smell no one else has mentioned the fact that this beer smells like cat urine . i could also smell thyme and dill both of which i like very much . taste this my first saison farmhouse type beer . although i enjoyed the dill thyme taste i could not get over the urine smell when the glass was at my lips . we switched glasses to see if would improve things for me and it did slightly but not enough to enjoy drinking this beer . mouthfeel it was a very light beer . i like light beers very much in the summer . if it tasted better it would be a great summer beer . drinkability i just could not get over the smell . we have seven bottles left so i am hoping to trade .,aroma,0.2,0
first time tasting this beer . thin to non existant head . started off well when it was ice cold . once it warmed slightly it emitted a rancid odor as well as taste . a big disappointment as i regularly drink warsteiner premium . would not recommend this beer .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a oz bottle into nonic pint glass . a clear brown with garnet highlights . a finger of light tan head rises and falls fairly quickly leaving some minimal lace . s the nose on this is absolutely wonderful very layered . roasted hazelnuts and walnuts mingle with a delectable chocolate aroma . a hot peanut butter cookie comes to mind . toffee butterscotch and small hints of coffee hide in the corners . still a wonderful toasted nut aroma prevails . pralines maybe . t as incredible as the nose is sadly the taste does not measure up at all . slight sweetness mingles with a brief milk chocolate sort of flavor something one might find in a sweet stout . the roasted nut flavor comes on pleasantly mid palate but gets tangled up with burnt and grainy flavors . late palate the brew is a little earthy and bitter aftertaste is simple bitterness . overall everything is sort of muted and mixed up the beer does n t really have any clear sense of direction . m fireside nut brown tries to be medium bodied but ca n t quite get there . most disappointing is the absolute over abundance of carbonation which no doubt interferes somewhat with the taste . a beer like this should not be focusing on crispness . the carbonation leaves no room for this beer to linger on the tongue . d despite the issues with this beer it actually is fairly drinkable if you re looking for something light and crisp . while the flavor is decent there is n t enough of it and the carbonation really gets in the way . still it goes down easy without any major unpleasantness . i might pick up a sixer or two of this when it goes on sale at the end of the season . worth a try at the very least .,aroma,0.9,1
big thanks to jmu for this one . looks like angel juice . caramel apple hue with tangerine highlignts . thick billowy pillowy chunky meringue like head a few fingers high lasts longer than i thought possibe and leaves solid lacing . a touch more lace and this would be a . pine grapefruit tangelo and starfruit . hints of tropical fruit hop aroma without being over the top pineapple and crap . this smells amazing . like perfumed hop elephants . sweet clover honey and a hint of malt hint at some balance . but damn . this smells amazing . i could inhale this all day . pine hops up front with apple caramel and toffee behind . rich malt backbone is stronger on my tongue . so is a bit of boozy heat . weird . only . tastes a bit hotter . unless my mind has been blown by the hoppy aroma . more lush piney hops finish it out leaving a pleasantly sweet bitter hop finish . mouth is fluffy and almost billowy in my mouth . which sounds odd . but it works pretty damn well with the flavors . ample carbonation almost a touch high but somehow it works . a hint slick but settled down by a lightly drying finish . damn . this is definitely going to be a permanent iso . i ve had pliny more times than i can count and i think this blows it out of the water . the only problem is that i do n t have any more .,aroma,1.0,1
a dark amber clear beautiful color actually poured with little head that dissipated rapidly with decent lacing . s not much going on hear some toffee and yeast t very malty toffee sweetness some spice . a bit stronger hoppy bitterness than is usual for the style . m a bit too carbonated which is strange given the lack of carbonation during the pour . otherwise has nice body and coats the mouth . some alcoholic heat . d it encourages larger sips and rewards with a malty burst that i wish lasted a little longer .,aroma,0.6,1
slightly hazy golden copper body with a inch head . the head was foamy white but dissapated very quickly and left no lacing whatsoever . some champagne like bubbles . the aroma was of sweet fruits apricot mostly maybe some cherries mild alcohol but not much else . the smell was good but the taste disappointed me greatly grassy and semi sweet fruit immediately fades to a bland watery weak aftertaste of very mild hops . the mouthfeel was even less interesting watery and bland with mediocre carbonation . i could sip this guy or pound a few if my aim was to get plastered but as a fruit beer this is about as lukewarm as they come .,aroma,0.8,1
drank at the source on an unexpected stop at the brewery . a a good head and ample lacing . dark amber color . not too cloudy not clear . s okay you can smell the malt and you can tell there are hops although they are not predominent as in many ipas . t more like a pale ale than an ipa . the hops are weak . there is an aftertaste of fruit but which one i am not sure a little pear taste . . m i had it on tap carbonation was perfect . a refreshing balanced beer . d very drinkable . i stopped for a quick beer and really wanted another one . basically this was almost a perfect example of a plae ale not enough hops for me to compete with a lot of ipas .,aroma,0.6,1
i was honestly expecting a lot more from this beer . very hoppy taste . the color is great for an india pale ale . right away you can smell the cascade hops which it smells like its been dry hopped . one i will try again in a couple of months . hopefully i bought an older six pack,aroma,0.9,1
excellent creamy and lasting head that leaves sticky lace . dark golden or light amber in color not quite clear . impressive continual stream of micro bubbles to the surface . awesome aromas of fresh hops definitely a dry hopped beer . not dominating like some ipa s there are also crisp malt notes . the blend is just about perfect . this is one inviting beer . strong bitter flavors throughout the tasting profile . the malt sneaks in mid sip but is more the accompanist rather than the hop soloist . solid flavor with wonderful subtle changes prevalent from sip to swallow . the aftertaste is pure dry hop that lingers a long time . very full bodied for the style . i envision that this would float to the top of any ipa session series .,aroma,1.0,1
ok another cuse cult classic . got ta love the local breweries no matter where you are from . at any rate . this is a flagship for mid ages a pours a nice dark look with a fantastic head of foam . and this frothy look does not even slightly disappear . the rockiness of this foam is unadultered . i can almost draw the thickness of the lacing to be equivalent to frosting on child s first birthday cake . to me . this makes you feel that there is a heck of a brew to come s the scent exhibits a good malt scent . there is a slight roasted character involved . and even some earthy hop tones that jump out t let syracuse scream of toasty sweet malt . wailing wench reaps the flavor of earthy hopped brews twisted with some great flavor . this is a tasty treat in the form of an american strong ale m pretty creamy and carbonated . this brew sticks all over the mouth . i like the feeling d wailing wench is a splendid brew to enjoy . while there is some strength in the brew . i feel as though it is still so tasty . it has some alcohol . but you can still slam dunk this . middle ages . you need to let the rest of the world know what you do .,aroma,0.7,1
i think this beer may have been defunct for a while maybe not but i have n t seen it around in a few years . the brew pours a rich brassy golden hue and is capped with an inch of moderate lived white head that settles to a covering film . spotty lace is deposited . the nose does n t do much except avoid offense and comply with style norms there is not a tremendous amount of character expressed int the aroma . the flavor however is explosive by comparison it is also very tasty . this bottle must be fairly fresh because it has a good deal of sublime and dynamic hoppiness herbal and grassy notes are initially observed on the palate but they turn to piney and cannabis like on the finish . the malt is very pale and mineral y at first aka f despite the relatively rich hue as it warms and airs out notes of caramel and ripe fruit come through . the feel is light and refreshing offering soft carbonation and medium light body . overall i am stunned by this brew as i did not expect it to be anything better than mediocre at best based on my recollection . it is pretty close to everything i would want from a straightforward lager excepting the vagueness of the aroma and it is definitely a case of the whole being better than the sum of its parts .,aroma,0.6,1
man i m glad i discovered real beer at a young age . bud light is like drinking carbonated water . so my girl brought some bottles of this stuff home one day and i knew i never reviewed it so here it is. uhh . not much to talk about the appearance is like a stale pale yellow with a thin head that leaves just a little lacing . no smell whatsoever . it tastes like water and just a tad bit of corn that is present in almost all american macros . feels too bubbly drinkability is average like drinking water when you re not thirsty . good ol boood light .,aroma,0.2,0
. oz . bottle poured into a mug . appearance pours a rather pale straw color very clear . had a big frothy white head that lats a while and laces the glass . smell there s a smell here . you ve got ta be kidding me . ever so faint aroma of malts and grass . taste slightly sweet malty flavor clean and crisp . there s some banana and a bit of spicyness presumably from hops towards the aftertaste . seems nicely balanced . mouthfeel smooth light bodied but towards the heavier end of that part of the spectrum and good light tingly carbonation . drinkability goes down great again and again . falls down in the smell category big time but it s a very nice beer to drink and would make a great session beer . wish i had bought some more of these .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a deep dark black with a thin coffee creme colored head . smells of vanilla hops and malts . maybe some raisins in there . taste is absolutely incredible . first an intense sweetness folllowed by vanilla and intense bitterness . packed full of roasted malt and extreme bitter hop flavors . dry aftertaste . the degree of flavor in this one is very intense . very oily and thick feel which is what i care for with this style but less so than some extremely ridiculous examples of this style . drinkability is perfect because one would leave nothing on the table sipping this brew for an hour or two . this is an absolutely great imperial stout well crafted on every level and packed full of flavor . i bought this beer because i tasted a sample at a store and knew it was special . up there with the best in my opinion .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours chocolate milk color into black with the creamiest of tan heads . s aroma is soft and roasted not much going on . t roasted almost smokey creamy soft chocolate delicious but not intense . perfect amount of malt . m very creamy and smooth just right . o a damn good beer as always .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to timbro for trading for this brew a great murky honey colored brew that builds to a thick cool whip textured head . s an overall dry aroma of pine juniper and dried yeast . not too strong but there . t pretty yeasty for an ipa but not bad . bitterness greats you and finishes with a good bite that let s you know it is really an ipa . m moderate carbonation with a bitersweet grapefruit feel . d great brew . unbalanced feel as far as the mix of hops taste like it out weighs the yeast but any hop head would not find this to be a bad brew .,aroma,0.6,1
into a pint glass pours an espresso colored head slightly creamy atop a nearly impenetrable body . upon holding it up to the light a red tinge is revealed typical of many porters . excellent lacing down the side . aromas include coffee some cocoa and some berries . it s not highly intense leaving very little of a mark . flavors include roasted malts some coffee darker fruits and some mild hop bite . exhibits a nicely refined taste on the palate great flavors but not a lot of oomph . now i did indulge in meantime s coffee porter beforehand which is very rich and that may be sapping the intensity of the flavor profile . note i have drank this repeatedly since writing my initial notes and the flavors are indeed a little more intense ultimately the strength is in the balance . overall this is a highly drinkable highly refined porter . while i would not rank it in my top five it is something i would return to again and again . one more note i paired this with some gruyere and the nuttiness of the cheese with the roast iness of the porter dovetailed the flavors perfectly .,aroma,0.6,1
a. hazy amber to light orange appearance with a substantial off white head . fades rather quickly to a skim and leaves spotty lacing . s. funky sweet spiced berry nose lots going on here with a nice play of sweet and spicy battling it out . very unique and looking forward to a sip . t. geez this takes a nose dive in the taste department . pepper and more pepper nothing really carries over from the nose if its there it is buried below the pepper . there is some light closing bitterness once the pepper subsides . m. medium bodied with low carbonation . no complaints here . d. this beer could have been killer if the pepper where balanced against some fruit and malt . tough to finish even ounces of this stuff . unique creation from furthermore that i am glad to have tried .,aroma,0.9,1
light sessional english bitters this really takes me back to my working in a scottish pull tap real ale pub days . the drinking not the working that is . and many a fine ale i consumed while on said premises under the guise of trying it out so i can better inform the customers ahhh memories . poured from a ml what no pint size . bottle into a tulip pint glass . a this ale comes rushing out of the gates with excitement only to fizzle down to nothing like a horse i decided to back in a race . the body is cloudy orange with a pale though nonexistent head . s hop aromas are prominent and fruity . there is a light caramel malt base as well but it s a typical bitter all the way . t given time to let warm to room temperature a hat tip in the way of the poms this ale exhibited some classic bitter hop twang with a light malt grain base again the memories flow like pull tap ales . m fairly on the light body low carbonated easy to drink style that makes a sessional just that a sessional . d quite easy to drink . too easy . a higher abv would certainly not have gone astray however it is a bitter sweet trip down memory lane nonetheless . overpriced for what i would pay here but at this point in my beer review career it s become more about ticking boxes than discovering a brilliant new brew . in two words adequately sufficient . food match i do n t see why the english like drinking a brew like this with a curry i do n t understand how you would even be able to taste a bitter after a beef vindaloo . i would pair this ale with fish and chips or a steak pie you would commonly get from a local pub .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle a pours a burnt orange with a very mild head smattering of bubbles . s pretty nose . grapes sour cherries grape skins and rose petals . t lemons very fruity with the pinot flavour . notes of tangerine with an enjoyable lactic acidity . flowery finish . on the lambic side of the sours for sure as the name implies . m medium high acid very low carbonation almost flat but the acidity adds some body . good aftertaste lingers on the palate . d i d like to try this on tap with a little more carbonation . that being said the flavours are quite good the bruery certainly knows how to make sours .,aroma,0.9,1
. oz . nearly still red mohoghany pour . not much more to say . aroma port sherry . candied sugar light brown sugar . it s sweet but very inviting . sherry quality very present in the taste . cassis actually did n t find the taste nearly sweet as the aroma . slight fig roast very faint dark chocolate . just a tad medicinal . a little boozier than the raspberry eis but still not terrible for . completely coating could really use just a bit of carbonation . it was difficult to drink even just the ounces . closer to a cordial than a beer . worth trying but let someone else foot the bill .,aroma,0.9,1
old brown dog is a clear and unsparkling brown ale with a small white head that lasted for a second . it has decent lacing . it carries a sweet tart caramel aroma with a bit of chocolate roast a bit of spruce . and maybe chai . a very rich aroma indeed . the body is medium light and a tad flat . it has a decent bitterness a little tartness some resin flavor an almost saltiness or brine flavor like a pickle . it s a bit acidic . it has a chocolate aftertaste not dark chocolate which fades to almost juniper . a quite complex flavor indeed . it s not a very solid taste but something to get the wheels turning . every sip is a bit different . rated jul,aroma,0.8,1
appearance medium dark brown good head and medium carbonation . smell a bit hoppy citrusy maybe . not a whole lot else though . taste even less in the taste . wow this was a big disappointment . kind of like a watery hop soup . with pine needles . thats about all i tasted as well as the other guys tasting with me . after trying to pawn this off on everyone else we ended up pouring it out . drinkability low . easy to get down the gullet on one hand but not good enough to enjoy it . way too thin .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a pale yellow brown beer with a fizzy white head . has a very bland smell to it that is nothing like it tastes . a very fruity high in esters that remind me of a breakfast fruit bar with no real bitterness to speak of . it is crisp clean and something you could drink for it s refreshing character .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle into clear glass appearance pours dark small head which fizzles to almost absent . very close to the coloring of coke or pepsi just slightly more brown . unimpressed with the head with almost no foam . edit upon the second pouring the head had more body still average but better . i have changed the grade by half a point as . seems unfair . smell very weak aroma and what i do smell is skunky . smells of day old beer . not looking forward to drinking this at this point . taste and mouthfeel at this point i am pleasantly surprised . the flavor is not as bad as i would have predicted from the awful appearance and boring smell . taste is okay mouthfeel is actually very good just the right amount of carbonation . drinkability i will certainly finish this pack . it was not so disappointing that i ca n t finish bottles . michelob needs to work on the head of this beer it just does n t look like good beer at all . one plus is the price quite cheap .,aroma,0.4,0
so i made the mistake of sipping this beer before smelling it . that was a mistake because my palette is now so totally wrecked in a good way that i ca n t distinguish any smells . that might mean that there was n t much of a nose in the beginning considering i can usually smell hoppy beers after tasting them . however the taste of this double is what is so interesting anyway . not only is there an assasination of hops on the front end it also leaves you with a literal bitter sweet finish . the malt background is less in the background than with other doubles i ve tried and it s very sweet . the last sip i had was about three minutes ago and i still have a strong aftertaste going . quite interesting .,aroma,0.7,1
a very dark amber brown very cloudy . thick tan head with nice retention . s caramel citrus earthy pine molasses fresh hops and smooth malts . big heavy complex aroma . very mild hints of honey and fruit . t m smooth pine and hop flavors with some sour caramel malt sweetness . bitter citrus and hops mixed with a mildly watery overall body . still a light sense of fruit throughout yet it s masked by the bitterness and other earthy tones . a bite of citrus follows through to the aftertaste . watery and bitter mouthfeel . d easy drinkability but this brew is missing a lot . the flavor is well put together but does n t follow through .,aroma,0.8,1
golding hops great hoppy aroma . some barley initially . pale copper colour with lace and aestheticly pleasant transparent bottle keep out of sunshine . drying tad metallic . understated carbonation . drinkable but a ml . for is more than enough .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap poured into a standard pint glass . a light colored amber with the water fall effect standard with nitrogen carbonated ales . the creamy thick white head half the pint glass made beer in less then mins . remaining was a solid of cream white head beautiful . i was no impressed with the aroma . not to say at all that it was dissatisfying only that it did not impress . however the first taste made up for that . the creamy head introduced a similarly creamy taste and feel an understated caramel with a very very slight tang . i could drink this ale all night long .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a perfect champagne breakfast buffet beer . loads of burp from a very clean light golden fizz and a nice hopped edge on the aftertaste . what s not to like for this style . certainly wo n t stand up to serious beer for beer competition but this is the type of refreshing hot summer beer that s best served very cold for thirst quenching . my wife was very happy when i introduced her to this beer . like i say this is the best choice for a breakfast bar beer nothing else .,aroma,0.6,1
used to love this beer growing up . did n t drink much variety at the time just whatever came my way and this always topped lesser beers my friends drank like natty light budweiser keystone . i ll take it any day of the week over a beer like miller lite . a bought a glass on tap at a local tavern . poured about a one finger head . noticed a lot of other people ordering it as well . a light golden color lacing was okay . s kind of skunky smell to it . definitely a slight smell of citrus but nothing else that jumps at me . t slight note of hops . i find it pretty smooth to drink . has a doughy taste to it and like the smell other than that nothing else too spectacular . maybe it used to be better and inbev has f ed around with it . m has a medium body with decent carbonation . not a bad drink for a cool summer night and you can drink a good amount of them since it s on the lighter side . o i used to like this beer but over the last year i ve tried so many other beers and would n t even put this in the top . it s pretty bad . only positive i can find out of it and i ve noticed this with other people who drink it often as well is they do n t feel hungover after drinking stella . no idea why that it is if it s something they do or do n t put in it . either way that has to be the biggest turn on .,aroma,0.3,0
poured a bit hazy golden blonde with three fingers of light fluffy head that dissipates to a crispy lacing live the aromas of hops and sweet malt with some nice doughy yeast a very hoppy blond ale a bit less malt and yeast flavor than the aroma nice light bodied and crisp mouthfeel overall this is a very nice beer i would certainly but it again and great for the spring season,aroma,1.0,1
i had this beer last night poured into ounce glass . i love hoppy beer and figured this would be right up my alley . upon initial pour a nice head formed amber in color with a inch head . retention and lacing are both decent . upon initial smell not a whole lot of hops . i was baffled by the name . there was nice citrus flavors but just didnt live up to the name of hoptimum .,aroma,0.8,1
the beer pours with a large long lasting head . however it has little smell . it just smells like . .beer . it has a really good grainy taste with a small following of hops . the mouthfeel is surprisingly watery considering how thick the head is . but overall it is a very drinkable beer .,aroma,0.4,0
light bodied pilsner style lager pale gold color with a moderate white head that disappears quickly . aroma is hard to detect very mild malt hops and paper . taste starts with slightly sweet malt finishing slightly sour and dry with just a touch of spicy hops bitterness . drinkable but nothing special .,aroma,0.4,0
like most of the beer that i have had in japan this is a sweet and fruity beer . if that is what you like though this is an excellent beer . i have read that this is brewed by a sake brewer and that may be all you need to describe the taste . for someone who appreciates sake this is a very interesting beer and definately worth trying .,aroma,0.9,1
based on the last beer i had from these guys their bw i took a chance bought a sixer of this let s see if i m rewarded for taking a chance . pours auburn with fingers of tan head . sheets of lacing above average head retention s dark fruit caramel some vanilla t oaky notes vanilla caramel leafy hops up front . leafy woody hops are there as this warms along with oaky dryness some plummy notes hazel nut seems a bit artificial like non dairy creamer . dry finish slightly cloying sweetness with caramel butterscotch hazel nut plus woody hops mf light medium bodied firm carbonation balance is lacking drinks alright but does n t quite pull together for me . beer is not as good as the appearance scent would lead me to believe . not bad i would drink one or two if offered but fairly middling as winter warmers go imo,aroma,0.9,1
served on tap in a goblet at three floyds . appearance this pours a maple brown nearly mahogany with an eggshell colored head that retains nicely . strangely light appearance for a double cda though . smell wet dog gym socks ad barnyard . too strong and terrible . the first whiff made me tear up and want to cry . i almost can not move past this point . taste it is tough to ignore the smell but i am doing the best i can . there is some sweet molasses up front . sage tons of cloves and all spice lots of funk follow . the sweet and spicy flavors blend in with spicy and earthy hops . a little alcohol bite . mouthfeel medium bodied which was again light for what i was expecting . candy sweet on the lips and it leaves some hop resin . drinkability i could not finish this . the smell was just too overwhelming . note the aroma was bad enough that i handed it to my friend who agreed it was awful . before even having a sip i asked our server if something had gone wrong . he smelled it and told me that was how it was supposed to smell . so i moved on .,aroma,0.2,0
reviewed on paper because the internet was down . the beer had a two finger light tan head that hardly moved . the body was was a hazy golden amber with huge bubbles of carbonation . the nose was filled with a strong fruity honey bread aroma which was a little sharp . the taste had a very roasted for an o fest thick flavor like heavy bread with light dosing of citrus . the mouth was fairly thick too much so with soft carbonation despite the appearance . this beer made me grimace i may have had a bad bottle so i ll try to check again .,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle bought in germany . abv is . . hazy amber colour large slightly off white head . absolutely fabulous aroma orgasmic in its abundancy of fruitiness and spiciness . notes of leather too . flavour is bit more restrained still very nice with all the traditional hefe characteristics wheaty and yeasty with cloves but also some caramel and brown bread . aftertaste is like with most wheat beers very moderate but nice . can you expect a hefeweizen to be much better than this .,aroma,1.0,1
far too sweet . raspberry attacks the tongue in a syrupy soda pop way . raspberry is over the top as an adjunct rather than brewing element . our server suggested we mix it with the porter saying this was her favorite way to drink it . i figured i had nothing to lose . i was wrong . i got something like dr. pepper .,aroma,0.8,1
bottled apr a pours toasted honey with little no head production some wisps of white here and there . no lace . hazy . like ramen beef broth . s brown sugar plums figs and toffee . i like the way this smells . some notes of tea and honey . t taste follows suite and adds a bit of cola and subtle nice belgian yeast additions . too often am i turned away from belgian style beers because they are overly yeasty in character . this was tasteful . m medium bodied bordering on thin with moderate carb . the finish is semi dry . o well done pretty decent brew with some age on it . was it worth waiting months . meh not really .,aroma,0.8,1
sampled at room temperature in a pint glass . bottled in frederick md a almost black a little red around the edges when help up to the light . two fingers of brown foam fade quickly leaving a light ring on the glass . s chocolate coffee sweetness . i quit drinking coffee about two years ago but the smell alone will make me take up the habit again . t chocolate roasted coffee and a hint of sweetness . a lingering bitterness that i liked . m surprisingly thin . i was expecting a thicker molasses like taste . a nice creaminess d easy to drink but do n t know if i would have more than two at a time . this is a beer to drink when solving the worlds problems . i would n t want to rush drinking this one .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a dark copper color with a big white head . just a bit light in my opinion i do n t know maybe i expected it to be perfectly red maybe because of the way i ve seen other st beers . the smell is filled with some nice hops with a good bit of sweetness . the taste does n t quite meet the taste . there s a lot of sweetness down there rushed behind with a spicy bitterness . not much else to be found very little hop flavor . the sweetness mixed in with the bitterness is well balanced and enjoyable but i m looking for a bit more in the way of late hops . the mouthfeel is nice . easy to drink well carbonated . almost prickly but pleasant but kind of sugar as well . it s not too tough to drink even at . . i think i m kind of a fan but there are others in the style i d look to first .,aroma,0.9,1
sakara is egypts other main offering . sakara is a typical american adjunct euro pale style beer . it is clear golden in color with good carbonation that keeps the thin white head coming until towards the end . the smell is standard grain barley hops . the taste follows suite . .nothing abnormal or notable about this beer . mouthfeel is good . again standard beer . good for drinking in during the hot days in cairo .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark brown smells of dark malt and smoke . tastes like chocolate malt smoked peat and a whiff of burnt sugar caramel malts . medium body and just enough kent goldings leave you refreshed after the roast and the smoke ready for more of this redolant brew . carbonation is appropriately lower than most american beers v . the finish is thankfully much dryer than most wee heavies . does n t get bogged down in crystal malts or toasted malts like its european cousins and employs a stronger use of roasted malt . reminds me of the american interpretation of this style of devil s canyon full boar but the malt profile of this beer is much tastier . unlike full boar this beer has no astringency and a full and round malt flavor due to marris otter .,aroma,1.0,1
very nice copper color . good aroma dry malt taste on the palate nice hop presence . at times a bit sharp but overall a well made version of this style .,aroma,1.0,1
fairly dark pour . light brown around the edges . minimal head . light ring of mocha remains on the outside of the glass . smell is smokey sweet vanilla . upon sip the first thing that stands out is how thin this beer is . like a brown ale . taste is right in line with the nose . nothing special to be honest . this beer is so sickeningly sweet with the crappy imitation vanilla taste . the smokey character does n t mute any of it out . also i hate smoke in my beer . gross . there is a possible hint of chocolate in here but it s hard to get past all the other bunk . pretty awful beer .,aroma,0.8,1
i ve had this bottle sitting around for a few months and figured that i would give it a shot . it s a cherry red brew very transluscent with hints of brown . the head dissipates quickly after the pour . the bouquet is the real treat here a mix of sulfur cherry and must make for a very dry impression overall . the dryness is evident in the flavor as well which is dominated by cherry and puckeringly sour . though i like the main body of this brew the sourness is so biting and dominant that it becomes less palatable over the course of a pint it is light bodied and dry up front and then almost overpoweringly sour on the finish . the finale s strength leaves a biting acidic feeling in my chest that does n t sit that well . a worthwhile though slightly flawed beer .,aroma,0.9,1
i like it will continue to buy app opaque . black brown . nice coffee ice cream colored head big and sturdy . smell boozey toasty malts . uh oh. dirty nickels . but not that much. lets hope we dont taste them . kinda mild taste rich creamy big cocoa and then fades towards dry coffee and clean clear classy hints of booze and almost sharp carbonation . nd gulp rich creamy white cheese read cheese cake or mascrapone mixed with wonderful cocoa and then dry slightly bitter coffee . great stout great beer . mf medium body medium carbonation . nothing special . drinkable . well yeah it is . it does kinda have that thicking effect in the back of the mouth from it being such a big beer . that slows you down a bit. and other than that its fine. maybe some people would be slowed down by the dark coffee flavors. but not me . at the end great great beer one of my favorites . this is a champion for sure. it does have its heros that it of course looks up to . but this beer has nothing to hide .,aroma,0.6,1
this porter i found somewhat problematic . it certainly looks good with a nice brown thick slightly cloudy color with lots of creamy rusty white head and lots of lacing and retention . the nose was one part orange burst hop and one part roasted dark grainy malt . i was expecting a similar balance with the taste but alas no . the taste was just too tipped towards a very acerbic tart and leafy hop bitterness . this did n t blend well enough with the roasted grains the chocolate and brown malts and the other mahogany flavors . the acerbic and overly bitter hop predominated and it was unfortunate because i was expecting a better balance . this is n t a bad beer just one that i was expecting more from . it s okay not at all my favorite from this brewery .,aroma,0.9,1
color is a nice amber hue although it s not really the tint i expect from a epa . head bubbles up and then vanishes within seconds . good ring of lacing makes for an above average looking beer . hopscent is sweet floral with a good bit of sugary malt aroma as well . ugh . the initial mild hop flavor is completely wiped out by an out of control unbalanced musty malt taste . sawdust stale bread and a rotten fruit aftertaste all cross the palate . so much for the good will built up by the appearance and smell . the finish is so astringent and gummy that it almost completely takes away from any positives achieved by the consistency and carbonation of the drink . i really dislike this beer and am thankful trader joe s has a satisfaction policy on their products because this is going back .,aroma,0.8,1
the reviews of seasight are based on customer satisfaction sales and product range in his own bar zeezicht breda holland . this beer is presented by the brewery as a deluxe pilsener . what that means . i do n t know more than that it is a bit more expensive than hertog jan s normal pilsener . if you look at the name you thing this beer has to be it . a really knock out beer . hertog jan s finest . the cream of the crop . supreme . well it is n t . when you poor the beer in your glass it begins with a foam collar that is n t very impressive . the colour of the beer is normal . it smells ok but the taste is flat . some kind of waterish . and because you ordered a beer and not a sparkling water it is n t that good at all . maybe this review is a bit too hard because it s not a bad beer but is not the one you would expect . better drink the standard hertog jan. much better and you can drink that one all day long which can not be said from this one .,aroma,0.8,1
sampled on tap at rfd washington . this one was pretty much just straight black with little to no head but a tiny swirl of creamy froth . enticing aroma of sweet raspberries with roast cocoa vanilla and anise . sugary sweet raspberry on the tongue with a warming alcohol presence . roasted malt some vanilla in the background along with a muted touch of black licorice but by far the dominant flavor i pick up is an overwhelming raspberry candied sweetness . fruit flavor almost feels synthetic reminds me of cough syrup . coats the mouth beautifully finishes with more sweet raspberry . i definitely understand how some could really dig this but it s just not for me .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pour leaves a wafer thin beige head that quickly recedes to a ring around the edge of the beer . color is a very very very dark brown . almost like brownie mix . smell a great sugared cream aroma mixed with melted milk chocolate mixed with some slight dry acidity to the finish . taste starts out warm milk sweet and hot chocolate . this leads too a more easily defined roasted malt character . the sweetness slowly trades with a dry bitterness . like a drop of hops was added to my goodnight milk . mouthfeel very smooth to start but finishes a little and acidic .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at fat heads . served in a pint glass for around . . this one was cursed right off the bat . the appearance was just unacceptable . a disgustingly cloudy beer that was sediment ridden . seriously i love the bartenders i ve talked to there but someone should have been embarrassed to serve this . the best way to describe this poor excuse for a beer is shit in a glass . btw i sent it back and got another one that looked just the same so i m giving this all the benefit of the doubt . matt and mike are great brewers but there needs to be some qc from the bar if this was n t the intended look . back to the review the nose is comprised of a mild nuttiness chocolate and roast . it s decently expressive albeit one dimensional . the taste is way too one dimensional . there s some coffee chocolate and yeast notes but this is really over roasted and does n t have any sweetness to balance out the acrid burned notes . the finish is also more bitter than i would have thought . the mouthfeel is average in terms of weight with decent carbonation . neither good nor bad so we ll pick a . same for the overall score . worst fat heads beer i ve had and i really wanted to like this one . add some depth and fix the sediment issues .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at the clark street ale house . big thanks to victoria for this round . awesome yeast funk and they really nailed the look . quite dry in the taste . quality brew i had a few . they did not blew . recommended . i ca n t say they nailed the style but it is an acceptable interpretation . we finished the last of what they had at clark st. and it s not clear if they will have more .,aroma,0.9,1
this seems mostly like a standard west us amber ale but a bit richer than many better than some worse than some . the richness in this case mostly just makes it heavy and hard to drink though because the character is basic and one dimensional . red amber it has a medium off white ehad steadily shrinking to a thin wispy foam and ring leaving a little weak lace . the aroma is very malty but also extremely flowery perfumy . it s caramelly with grapefruit zest orange flower orange zest and dust . it has a typical west coast amber ale quality but stronger and more perfumy in fact too perfumy and dusty so that in the end i find it unpleasant and off putting for me . the taste is similar in overall character but much better than the aroma . it s mostly malty and sweet with very very light hop bite . it tastes rather caramelly with mostly sweet orange and candied grapferuit zest . the body is rather thick and full for the style . overall its character is quite simple and rather one dimensional a bit bland and sweet and perfumy . the flavour character it has is strong and holds up well and along with the rich feel this somewhat makes up for the simple one dimensional character with strength of flavour yet this only goes so far . in the end it s simple uninteresting yet rich and heavy not a very good combination . it s too simple and one dimensional to be a great heavier duty beer yet it s too strong in alcohol and in its rich heavy body to be a great session beer . it gets tiresome very quickly so i do n t want to drink much of it yet it does n t give me enough satisfaction for drinking so little . it gets really boring really fast .,aroma,0.3,0
poured froma bottle into a willy a deep golden color with a good head retention low head no real lacing s very fragrent and floral also a good sweet berry note very grassy t lost me right here it is almost nothing like the smell the berry is very subtle and lacks any real defining flavor . small grain flavor with very small hop presesence in the finish m good carbonation level better than i expected to be honest real thin body but not watery d not right now at least i may sit on one or grab a single when its warmer might be better while doing some work outside on a nice day,aroma,0.8,1
pours clear gold with a bubbly white head . tons of spice in the aroma coriander clove cinnamon pepper ang maybe ginger . it smelled like opening a bag of spice gumdrops . the taste was also tons of spice . more of the same with a good helping of citrus hops . the beer got to be overwhelming . the only thing i could compare it to would be eating a spice cake blended with a fruitcake in the middle of an old chuch during christmas time while they were burning incense . just too much after a while .,aroma,0.8,1
pours with just a faint tan head which fades quicly to a ring over an opaque amber body . aromas are just awesome . deep rich fruits candy sugar plenty of oak barrel dark bread like yeast character and some orange peel in the back . deep rich sweet maltiness in the flavor with a nice amount of bittering hops . mouthfeel is a bit syrupy . maple and molasses in the sweetness with just a touch of citrus rhind hops in the finish . not overly chewy which was nice for this strength of beer . drinkability was pretty decent no harsh aftertaste,aroma,1.0,1
v. nice dark amber body with head that fades rather quickly . minor lacing . smell . i swear it does n t have one . taste is borderline innocuous much like the aroma . bitters from the ipa and the trace of boris boris rocks . by the way in the background . the whole package can be summed up by saying it s very weak thin and middle of the road . no muscle or assertiveness to be found here . it s much too balanced . it s far from bad but just as far from awesome . can you drink it regularly . absolutely . if it were cheaper . it is my opinion that batch mixed b t s just do n t do any justice for all parties involved .,aroma,0.4,0
a poured a bright butter gold with a finger moderately lasting dull white frothy head . upon closer inspection there was a faint amount of lightly speckled yeasty matter . visible effervesce was medium strong composed of macro bubbles and was fairly steady through out the drink . s the nose had fresh grass hints of leather and dried orange peels . thankfully the aroma did quickly die out getting weaker . after a few minutes all that remained was traces of cardboard . yeah about as unimpressive as you can imagine . t the flavor had slightly bitter sweet tangerines and orange soda . there was a fizziness accompanied by fresh green leafy hopping . traces of sour apple and grape fruitiness with a buttery malting produces a mixed and odd combination . there was some detection of ripe fruitiness honey dew cantelope as well . quite an odd flavor did n t know if i disliked it or was just merely intrigued by the strangeness . sickening sweet and fruity if that s what you like . m buttery slick very light bodied with a soft carbonation factor . leaves a short duration of sour lemon on the tongue for a finish . d less then average drinkability sickening sweet not well blended flavor wise with a mushy fruitiness . a struggle to finish and little in the way of incentive to enjoy or finish . i managed consumption but just could n t go the distance with this hence the rating.,aroma,0.4,0
thanks again to ericwo for sending this one . poured an inky black with a big billowing creamy tan head that left lacing all the way down my glass . this is one good looking beer . the smell is good roasted malt and hints of chocolate but nothing too overwhelming or overpowering . the taste is sweet with a taste of roasted malt and a little chocolate that coats your tongue . very easy to drink with a smooth creamy mouthfeel . really a well rounded beer . excellent balance . an excellent example of one of my favorite styles .,aroma,0.7,1
although light and airy this beer has a very bad after taste to it . the appearance of it is good if poured correctly the head usually is about and inch thick smell is very desireable but i personlly can not sit and enjoy this beer like i would with other ones of its style,aroma,0.7,1
ml bottle poured into a glass appearence light straw color . the head dissapated very quickly smell initial aroma was a bit skunky . light aroma of hay stale grain . after i settled into it . taste slight maltiness that soon overtaken by hop bitterness . medium carbonation . not too impressive . mouthfeel tasted watery even though medium carbonation and the slight maltiness . i really thought it woiuld be one of those crisper dryer beers maybe the premium beer descriptor on the label should have been a warning . drinkability in fairness it was drinkable just nothing special . actually left me with a little stale aftertaste that could only be abated by another drink .,aroma,0.3,0
had on tap straight from the source at avery . poured into a tulip type glass . this one has been aged in rum barrels for months . a pours a crystal clear mahogany . produced a fingers width of white head . reduced to a semi thick ring around the glass . little to no lacing . s smells like autumn . upfront you get a nice whiff of pumpkin and spices . the rum creates a perfect blend here . adds a great alcoholic sweetness to the aroma . t after the aroma i ca n t help think that this was a let down . the base beer was just off . the initial flavors were great but the spices and pumpkin quickly fade and take on a soda type water taste . very bland . the blandness actually intensified as the beer warmed . the rum aspect of the beer saves it . it was very rich in flavor and offered a nice compliment to the spices . m medium bodied yet slightly on the thin side . pretty well carbonated . d at nearly abv the alcohol was hidden very well . however the flavors were the problem . i just could n t get past the spiced blandness . overall at for a oz serving i will pass from now on . however i ca n t help but think that avery is onto something with pairing pumpkin beers and rum barrels . if the base of this beer was anywhere close to that of pumking it would be an absolutely phenomenal beer .,aroma,0.9,1
slightly darker gold color flat looking body with minimal head just a little creamy white foam . smell is adjunct grass and rubbing alcohol . taste is pretty indescript although not offensive just very average for the style like the difference between budweiser and mgd . other than that i do n t mind this nor do i recommend it .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at local option . served in a small highball glass due to snifter shortage completely tapped out before mine even warmed to a good temp . a much like regular bs and kbs black as an upper peninsula forest in the middle of the night thin hazelnut colored head dissipates quickly . s a lot sweeter than bs kbs with maple nudging out coffee or chocolate notes . t roasty and sweet but with much less body than i expected . maple does n t hang around in fact hardly makes an appearance on the palate . m falls much shorter than a speedway or bourbon county brand stout . kept trying to let it redeem itself but i m afraid the best the cbs has to offer is on the nose . would n t necessarily drink as a substitute for breakfast stout or kentucky unless i really was out of syrup for my pancakes .,aroma,1.0,1
been years since my last guinness so when i got an pack for x mas i was n t complaining . the widget went a wooshing as i opened the can poured sloppily into the glass . the cascading dark beer is one of the coolest things i have ever seen . the smell was muted even though the beer was around f. the flavor is somewhat the essence of a stout but none of the actual umph . the beer gas mixture gives thing beer an artifical body and a weird taste imho that is present in other widget beers . still this is a poundable session affair with less calories then a bud as if i care .,aroma,0.4,0
a classic wheat coloring a hazy pale yellowy . a good two fingers of cloudy white head . nice lacing . high carbonation keeps the beer breathing throughout . s citrusy and orange some sourness . t citrus and spice and very nice . fantastic for a wheaty beer . m bubbly . not bitter or thick . very smooth creamy like skim milk . d great all the way through,aroma,0.6,1
just beer . this beer is good let me say that first . give me a plate of nachos or a bucket of hot wings and i could drink it straight through the night . that said there is absolutely nothing salient about the brew . pours a light copper color with light head retention . very mild smell of hops and some vague fruit characteristics . taste is almost like a brown ale but without the caramel flavor or biscuit y quality . tastes like beer drinks like beer great for packing em in . not to be savored .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a oz . bottle into a harpoon pilsner glass . a gentle pour yields a coarse finger powdery white head that dissipates quickly . beer is a semi clear yellow with floaties in it . i ve heard of unfiltered but this makes me scared to dirnk it . very stringy almost non existant lacing . s lemon citrus and ground wheat . kind of corny but this one just smells like sunshine on a hot summer day . big lemon nose gives it a lot of life . t lemon yeast coriander wheaty spice and a slight twinge of hops at the end . lemon tartness and sweetness dominate almost the whole experience . finish is crystal clean . leaves a wet aftertaste . m light bodied carbonated and very coarse . jumps on the tongue and is very lively the whole way through . feel actually seems to add a new level of tartness that is n t achieved by the flavor . finish is clean with a slight aftertaste . d a witbier that s more lively than most which makes up for the average taste and atrocious appearance . i d definitely reach for this again on a hot summar day but i really hope it looks a bit better next time ie . no floaties .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a huge head with excellent retention and a nice cloudy ornage color . smell is of sour apple and citrus . the brett funk really comes through . i was hoping for a nice funky beer but there is an off bitterness from some dry tannins or yeast autolysis . and overtakes the funk of the brett . it just does n t go well together . in addition there are a bit of clovey spicy undertones . crisp mouthfeel . i wanted to like this beer after smelling it but it just has an off bitterness and some tannins that make it less than desirable . i do n t know if there are autolysis issues with the beer that lead to the off flavors but this beer is only years old and well before it s best by date .,aroma,0.9,1
every bit as bad as it sounds this beer is loaded with hot chili pepper heat . the golden body has no decent head and leaves no lace . the aroma is the best part of this beer imparting a reasonably sane spiced aroma . but from flavor to feel to drinkability this odd brew really bombs . no significant use except to get back at someone you do n t like .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a slightly hazy orangish yellow with rocky head which dissipates as the beer warms . smells faintly sweet slightly fruity like golden raisins . the front of the flavor has a pleasant taste to it with a faint sweetness but it s short lived and replaced with minerally dusty old stale basement . the tail reminds me of niacin pills my mother used to give to me as a child . i do n t find it to be very pleasant . mouthfeel is ok the carbonation is not strong but that s fine for this style . finish is minerally and abrupt . a little chalky maybe . i have tried both the double and the triple from t ij and while i can see the similarities between them it s just not my thing . i can appreciate dry tripels and doubles i find orval absolutely heavenly but there s something missing here to balance out the mineral heavy taste .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a dark tranparent brown with a reddish brown hue when held up to the light . the head exploded on initial pour running up the glass and over the top . subsequent pours yielded the same head . even with a careful pour it was still fingers . head dissipated with little lacing . s not much smell but what was there was not appealing . medicinal hoppy aroma . t starts with a very thin malt taste which is quickly overpowered with bitter hops . finish was either bitter hops with an occasional medicinal aftertaste . m good carbonation . smooth mouthfeel d roasted malts . caramel . light hop finish . i ca n t be drinking the same beer as the other reviews . it looked like a brown ale but tasted more like an esb . not what i expected .,aroma,0.4,0
. l bottle from . most overrated beer i have drink . not bad but really far from a rochefort or a st bernardus . the appearence is really beautifull for the style but when it comes to the smell it s just a little bit about caramel and apricot but no more . the taste does n t offer more than the smell but alcohol is quite well hidden . the mourhfeel is ok . finally i think there are really more interesting beers in this type .,aroma,0.4,0
from the fl . oz . bottle marked mar co . it pours a reasonably clean amber orange with a half inch foamy tan head . the appearance was its best feature . the aroma had little in the way of pumpkin spice . it had more of a macro malty aroma and kind of stale at that . the mouthfeel was in the medium range . the taste includes caramel and sweet malts and hint of hops but practically no pumpkin spice . it this was marketed as an amber ale i might be able to accept it because essentially that s what it tastes like . i am sorry but this was a weak effort on the part of blue moon .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance gold in color . inch head cloudy with some sediment in the head moderate carbonation smell toasted malt spices and golden mustard taste mustard medicine and light malt mouthfeel medium bodied slightly bitter very astringent high carbonation that takes away from any smoothness drinkability i appreciate a brewery taking a chance . i was really looking forward to this as i tend to like exotic beers . however this was as close to a drainpour as i have gotten in a while . the mustard is very in your face and the other flavors add to the bite not mesh or even lighten it . the over carbonation adds to the unpleasantness . if you love mustard give it a shot i will pass .,aroma,0.7,1
this ale raised a light tan head under one finger which left sparse lacing . the body was a murky dark brown with hints of orange . the nose was quite nice sugary light malt soft floral hops . taste began with a nice biscuity dark bready flavor . sweet in the middle extremely fry in the finish which really hurts the score . the mouthfeel is just average medium with low carb . i will revisit this as i have a sixer but first impressions are tough to change .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a dark amber orange color . a very small beige head forms . a touch of patchy lace is left behind . s some malty caramel and butter . tons of ripe fruit . a medley of peaches pears apples melons to name a few . t malty and buttery again with some honey . a distinct taste of perfume that i fined odd . fruity but the subtleties in the nose are almost gone . a bit boozy and rum like . as the beer warms some peppery spiciness come out from the wheat i suspect . m d a full body that is slick and oily . creamy and well carbonated . for being abv this is a very easy to drink beer . a great beer to sip on . my first wheatwine and reminds me a lot of a barleywine . which i guess it should . it is basically the same thing but with wheat go figure . i like it and wish more breweries could make more .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle courtesy of jason . served in a hill farmstead glass . a a thin light tan foam settles to a few wisps and a thin ring of bubbles leaving minimal lace behind . head volume is low but retention is pretty good . hazy cider brown body . s the aroma is pretty impressive and accurately captures the smells and intricacies of apple pie . tart apples spices brown sugar pie crust they re all here . not sure what else to say here . t the taste is n t quite as convincing with the delicate subtly and depth getting smooth over and brown ale flavors muddling things up a bit . there s some gala apple sweetness mid palate and the cinnamon and other spices show up in the finish very briefly . enjoyable but not the home run that the aroma is . m pleasant medium carbonation medium light body and a tannic apple flesh texture . lightly sticky finish . d a beer that is very successful at what it sets out to achieve . i enjoyed a few small pours of this one but it s not a beer that i think i could have in large i.e . pint formats even with the lower alcohol .,aroma,1.0,1
pours to a amber colored topped with a quickly dwindling beige lace . lacing is average at best . cranberry nose with traces of brett like peppery suede funkiness either from the kombucha or actual brett black cherry dried peaches honey and cider . along with a big late florality from both the hops and the hibiscus . it s one of the most distinct and delicious smelling beers i ve come across in a while . it enters the mouth with honeyed apples and a backing graininess . fruit enters via cranberries cherries and peaches as it begins a sweet tart tug of war . funkiness adds pepper lemon rind overripe melons and old leather . it concludes with a nearly resinously sticky sense of flowers influenced by the hops and the hibiscus . it s medium body feels a bit lethargic and fat as the carbonation quickly dies off . it s clever enough to inspire analysis while still being relatively drinkable in spite of the co struggles . nice enough as it is but i have a hunch that a little age might help the flavor catch up to the aroma or at least let the bottle conditioning repair the carbonation .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into an oversized wine glass . dark like a plum not much head retention . the smell is nice and wheaty . definitely smell the percent . also some banana prunes berries clove . the first thing i taste is the alcohol warm spicy and sweet . then some banana cloves a bit of fig bubblegum chocolate . like its weizenbock brethren this is a complex beer . mouthfeel does n t impress me . bubbly spicy and thinner that i would have liked . i had this beer out of a st. bernhard flute glass a couple months back and i remember really loving it . out of the oversized wine glass i was a bit disappointed .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a deep copper with a fair head to start . a little lacing . smells of sweet roasted malt some fruit . malt and alcohol dominate here with some sweet fermented stone fruit notes and a touch of butter . the hops are present but not exceptional . touch of brown sugar caramel . lots of pieces but all from different puzzles . just alright but off . medium body alcohol warmth and kinda a burnt finish . gave it a shot but not the best . i would n t refuse if offered and not the worst example but i wo n t go out of my way for this .,aroma,0.8,1
it pours a straw yellow with a inch white head . the smell is not bad but when i smell a typical high quality hefeweizen it is a sensory overload of goodness . that is quite absent here . after the smell the taste is surprising . it is light with the taste of lemon peel and coriander . it tastes a little bready but that is subdued . this would be a great hot weather beer . i could easily drink a few of these .,aroma,0.4,0
a clear gold with a solid one inch head . s hmm . mildew . that s a new one on me . some grassy hops as well . t sweet . not sure i taste the honey . solid hop kick though . m slightly creamy but light overall . d it s alright but nothing special . definitely on the sweet side and needs some balance .,aroma,0.4,0
as soon as i started the pour the complex aromas wafted up towards my nose and i thought . ahhh this is going to be good . appearance is a deep deep red crysal clear . head was nice about a finger and dissapated quickly . lacing was very sparse . smell was outstanding . malts and dried fruits raisins prunes etc very complex and really builds the base for the beer . taste is best after letting it warm just a bit . right out of the the fridge there was a twinge of metal on the back end but as it warmed it seemed to go away . sweet candied fruits cherries dates and bready malts . very very nice . no bitterness to speak of and a lingering toffee sweetness at the end . mouthfeel is smooth almost thick very chewy and just joy to drink . overall an excellent doppelbock right up there in my top . attaway weltenburger . .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottled into a pint a deep amber color with a solid tan head s smells a bit hoppy with a very slight roastiness . not much to it though . maybe a hint of chocolate . t a quick creaminess at the beginning lends into a smooth hop flavor . the hoppiness dominates with a touch of toasted malt or nut flavor at the end . the hop is flavorful and ever so slightly bitter . finishes nice and dry . m pretty good it stays with you for a little while . d very drinkable for a hop fan . the aroma disappointed but everything else rocked . i am a fan of this one . try it if you can .,aroma,0.4,0
water . water . water . but damn it s water that gets you drunk . natty light was my high school drink of choice so i continue the tradition today . it really has no flavor to speak of but perhaps that s a good thing . unlike beast or hi life it doesnt make me want to vomit with one sip . in any case it doesnt taste like beer but it aint bad if you need to get a quick load . try a funnel or shotgun technique . whatever .,aroma,0.2,0
pours promising with a good head that dwindles to an inch ring . a large spattering of lacing that would rather be called linen is left behind . the nose is citrusy with lots of lemon and orange peel . it s a delightful nose that i could smell all day long . the palate is smooth and gentile with a slight bite from the carbonation . orange and other citrus flavors stand out . the finish is long lasting and sharp . not a big fan of that . it s an okay brew . i do n t thik i d seek it out again . but i would n t turn it down if someone offered it to me .,aroma,0.8,1
a clear s nothing really to report on smell t for a light beer it has an exceptional full taste m just the right amount of carbonation d i could drink this all day i can see myself drinking this at a bbq in the summer heat . if i drank more light beer i would choose this one .,aroma,0.4,0
well switched to this last night for a breathier after several heavier beers . the palest yellow imaginable with really no smell at all . just how i remebered it . ice cold this beer is crisp and refreshing as i told my wife this was my bottle of water for the evening . put down a few to cleanse the palate and kill some time . these are always very drinkable when cold but are never anything truly special but again it makes good water .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a snifter . bottled november of i think . . a dark brown color . one and a half fingers of frothy creamy light brown head with below average retention and not really any lacing . . s though this is n t a looker it is a smeller . lots of sweet chocolate in this with dark caramel malts blackstrap molasses a moderate roastiness and a touch of coffee with cream . good strength and good harmony between the components . . t many of the things right in the nose are lost in the taste . the first few sips gave a weird sourish lactose taste . that faded after a while but then an aggressive and harsh roastiness manifested which is reminiscent of astrigency from barrel aging a sour . surprisingly dry with just a touch of molasses . . m medium body . the carbonation is a bit high but the problem is that it s aggressively harsh . could also be creamier . . t i ca n t say i m a fan of this . the nose is awesome but that s the only thing that is . the taste is really unbalanced and roast heavy while the mouthfeel is harsh .,aroma,0.9,1
poured on tap at the stone brewery . the beer was poured into a pint glass with an amber brown color very vibrant and deep . the beer has a thin cream colored head . there is a strong heavy caramel smell to the beer . the taste is also very heavy with a strong sweat quadrupel style flavor . there is a sharp roasted malt finish with a sweet and sour bitter aftertaste . the finish was kind of rough and the sweetness seemed to be a bit unbalanced . i guess i was expecting a little bit more after hearing so much about this beer . it was good do n t get me wrong but it did n t seem to live up to the hype .,aroma,0.9,1
la trappe . poured a golden straw . minor head retained nicely decent lacing . excellent aroma . lots of fruits both sweet and citrus doughy yeast something unknown but floral and distant anise perhaps . taste is the epitome of smooth . spices and yeast dominate . mildly sweet and fruity fairly complex within a narrow range . zero bitterness in the finish the hops are just for aroma . the finish is the sum of all flavors and evaporates rather quickly . mouthfeel is light and slightly prickly . the smoothness makes this stand apart from many strong pale ales . it is the perfect intro for those who do not like hops those who shy away from bitter . cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
meh . appearance lacks much by way of haze looks pretty pallid and ordinary all things considered . smell actually stands up quite well here . fruit and herbs as you d expect mellowed with a bit of buttered popcorn . taste all downhill from the smell actually . the bottle blurb promises complexity and refreshment but it delivers neither . it s boring for a saison and has a slightly cloying sweetness that does n t so much soften the citrus edge as completely blunt it . and i have three more of these to dispose of . mouthfeel the carbonation is below average pretty thin . sam adams normally do a very good job of style beers but this is very poor both as style and standing alone . would n t drink it again guess the three bottles remaining will be a present for a lucky recipient .,aroma,0.7,1
pours transparent red with tan head which quickly recedes to a film over the top of the beer . understandable for the abv . aroma is sweet malts dark fruits and the alcohol is evident . very sweet with wine like characteristics . mouthfeel is kind of sticky with light carbonation . alcohol burn is noticeable but not as strong as you might expect for a beer this strong . this is a nice beer to sip but i certainly would n t want more than one .,aroma,1.0,1
where has this harpoon offering been . i noticed it for the first time in the refrigerator case today but it s obviously been around for a long time . a dunkel from harpoon . it had to be good . so i pulled it off the shelf immediately . i was not disappointed . the color in the pour was a gorgeous dark but not black copper with a tan head that lasted well into the drink . what struck me first was the phenomenally fresh smell . the roasted malt and slightly bitter hops hits your nose and just stays there begging you to take a sip . while the beer is great the taste did n t quite live up to the smell . a bit thinner than expected and a bit less complex than i had hoped . yes the taste was good but i noted after awhile the astringent alcohol taste began coming through . the last swallows were n t as good as the first . all in all however i m glad i bought it and will likely buy it again . i d like to try it on tap though i noted at the harpoon web site it is limited on tap as it would probably hold up better in the glass from the keg . definitely a regular in my fridge .,aroma,1.0,1
hops hops and more hops . a different kind of red . head fades quickly decent aroma of hoppiness . any other flavors in the beer are masked by the hops . not too much body to it . just an intersting red ale interesting and different is good . drinks pretty well . i could have a few of these guys with my steak dinner . where did these widmer guys come from . i ve had a couple of their brews lately that are not too bad .,aroma,0.6,1
gold orange with an unbelievably creamy thick white head . it almost looks like a nitro pour . oh yeah and it leaves some super chunky lace behind as well . aroma is quite subdued . subtle citrus and toasted malt about sums it up . taste follows suit but offers a bit more . solid toasted malt body with a generous helping of caramel malt and some citric and herbal american hops . mouthfeel is surprisingly full and the finish is only semi dry which softens up any hop bitterness . a nice little ale . definitely more in line with a modern american pale ale with the subdued hop profile but i can understand that since hop bombs often do n t go over well with the uninitiated midwest usa crowd .,aroma,0.6,1
i m glad the photo above shows the label peeling off because that is exactly how it was for me . i was told that this brewer is revamping their labels soon . probably a good idea . there was not much aroma that i could perceive . the first thing i noticed was the bite of alcohol . the abv was very noticeable . it had a thin body and mouthfeel . there was a nice generic sweetness to the flavor and a little cardboard in the background . more alcohol in the finish . overall a pretty thin flavor profile .,aroma,0.4,0
after reading the reviews on this site i was really looking forward to tasting this offering . i happily popped the cork and poured the ale into a glass to observe its semi murky almost stout like body incredible head and lovely aroma of nutmeg . but like a beautiful girl who turns you off when she opens her mouth this one disapoints at the first sip . the nutmeg and spice is overpowering to the point of almost creating a sweet ale except for the slight bite that nutmeg gives you when you taste it straight . there is none of the expected hops or other flavors to back up the spice . i poured it out and have another bottle if anyone wants it .,aroma,0.8,1
what to say what to say . first things first i guess . it is a very cool idea to explore colonial styles and i applaud samuel adams for this effort . now i ca n t say i knew exactly what to expect from the dark wheat ale i ve never had one . upon opening the bottle the distinction between expectation and what the beer actually is became apparent though . there was n t much of an aroma to speak of out of the bottle or when poured into a glass . it was a little weak and vague . if i had to pull anything from what i was experiencing at this point it would have to be a light sweetness and maybe some very mild hints of something fruity . i sat back and took a look at the glass sitting before me . it had a body color that matched the bottle but obviously cloudy it lacked the appearance of say the tabernash rye boch . i finally got to drinking tasting some of this beer and have to say i wasnt necessarily disappointed but overall this beer faltered in the fact that there wasnt much depth in terms of the drinking experience . everything in this beer was understated . it drank like an ashamed beer . i personally have the same issue with many english types of ale . yes the malt sweetness was there but a real lack of rye or barley character was evident . hops character was also hard to find . nothing was given a voice . i struggled to find something unique about this brew . the only lingering notes i was left with were that of dry grain and alcohol . now im sitting here with an empty glass . lacing was left on the glass and the head was nice in memory but no impressions were left really . i have to admit that i am being hard on this beer . its far better than the buds and millers out there far better but at the level that this beer is trying to present itself it doesnt do itself justice . i would gladly drink more of the dark wheat ale but wouldnt buy any more myself . its got too hefty a price for a beer that just doesnt say much . i personally liked the porter and the ginger honey ale from the brewer patriot collection far more . they were more intruiging .,aroma,0.4,0
picked up a bomber . i love snbc bombers they are the full oz . not oz short like all other bombers even my own home brew hehe . bottle smell is a crispy hoppiness followed by an intertwined maltiness . pours to a yellow brown with a nice two finger micro bubble head . taste is indeed hoppy but the bitterness is accompanied by a brown sugar maltiness . great backbone . very consistent from start to finish with a tad more bitterness in the finish . most definitely a hop lovers beer . great aroma flavor and bitterness . snbc never dissapoints i m glad almost all of what they make i think is available here in fl .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . the beer poured a clear straw forming a very thin inch head that faded quickly leaving very light lacing on the glass . the aroma is extremely skunky . unfortunately that is all i can detect . the taste is a light balance of hops and malts . nothing that really stands out . light mouthfeel . overall its an easy beer to drink but far from enjoyable . the smell is terrible and the taste is anything but great . i would recommend looking elsewhere for a german style pilsner . maybe i got a bad bottle but if this is the what it normally tastes like i wont be trying this again .,aroma,0.2,0
i ve never seen a beer that looks better . its the unfiltered wheat aspect i suppose but there seems to be a glowing quality about this golden beer . the head tends to be a bit small but carbonation is at a fine level . the taste is a little thin but its a wheat beer . it also has a noticable citrus taste . many bars serve it with a lemon which many guys find to be a sign of a bad beer but if it already has a citrus taste why not emphisize it . i ve also heard of an orange slice working even better than lemon althogh never tried that . as a ku student i love it as does the entire campus and most all of kansas city . the aroma is like the taste not too strong but definitely my favorite beer .,aroma,0.7,1
pours black with a light cola like head . strong coffee aroma has me salivating it is mixed with a lighter chocolate aroma this beer smells rich with hints of bourbony alcohol . the taste is where i was thrown there is an extremely lemony tartness in the flavor which may be fine in another style but not what i was expecting here especially after the inviting aromas . i m not sure if the tartness is a result of roasting the malts and the tangy acidity that follows or something else but it masked most of the flavors and was very prevalent . mouthfeel was good for the style smooth and creamy with a nice dry finish . i have more of these and will sample again with the hope that the taste in this bottle was a singular event as i usu love coffee stouts and this one was otherwise quite promising .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a pint glass . i think it s funny that it s categorized as an amber ale yet it says amber lager on the bottle . a could n t get much of a head no matter how hard i tried in my freshly washed glass . orange amber color . incredibly horrible retention of the head that i did get and minimal lacing . fine particles floating throughout . s sweetish caramel dominates . a tad bit of grassy hops . fresh . t pretty much just crystal malt . not much else going on . no hop flavor and a minimal bitterness which is good considering there s no body . m light body . undercarbonated . not particularly smooth . nothing here to make me happy . d there is n t much reason to drink this unless you want to get drunk in a hurry . i wish i had a do over for my th review .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bomber poured int a duvel tulip . pours a hazy amber orange color with a small white to light yellow head very bubbly . nose is amazing fresh and fruity mango grapefruit pine and sweet fruit juice . taste is much less fruity than the nose but it s still top notch for a regular ipa it sure packs a hop punch very bitter and palate tingling . there s a really nice creamy and sticky mouthfeel with a bit of a slightly acidic bite on the finish . a really nice addition to lawson s hoppy line up .,aroma,1.0,1
oz into a tulip . pours a gorgeous clear deep garnet mahogany . minor head faded leisurely . lacing is spotty . delightful aroma but blindfolded you would never identify this as a strong dark . avery dominates over russian river in the nose . smells more like a blend of a tripel and a dubbel . regardless very nice . salvation rr reasserts itself in the taste . the tripel and dubbel are not to be found in the taste you can clearly define aspects of a strong dark and a strong pale both are unmistakably present . however while pleasant it does not excel in either style . cheers jd,aroma,0.9,1
this octoberfest was an attractive dark amber color with a straw colored lingering head showing good carbonation . sweet malty caramel on the nose . good balance b w roasty nutty malt and lightly hopped with spicey piney notes . slight earthy finish . smooth and clean while a little chewey . easy drinkin,aroma,0.6,1
a creamy swathy yeast beige head . dark leathery brown color . s sweet complex dark stone fruits . cinnamon apple fig . with a bit of pimento . mild oaky hickory hop smells . t sweet malty . although not as complex as the smells it is yummy . spicy but no fusil . aftertaste is tomato toast m you feel the in your eyes and heart but not on your tounge . it s surprisingly smooth . d about in belgium . what a wonderful bargain . great for so many reasons .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle shared at paul s place . my fat sampling mug was very grateful . in bottles you ask . yes they re back and they will be staying a while . we ve got a wall of oak barrels assuring that . our first beer from those barrels spent a year along that wall and has been released under the name grisette brux . it s a light bodied saison brewed with brettanomyces for a real cool sour funk . unsettled grainy pale yellow pour . sizzling baking soda head . smell is intense . lemon sour acidity pepper lots of sweat musk . sweet florals . earthy funk . taste drops off goes in a different direction . an honest saison but lacking that expected earthy spice . instead it is very very dry oaky . too woody . you can just imagine yourself chewing on a toothpick till it falls apart into single fibers . barely a twinge of zest it just registers a touch of tartness . it just seems more then a tad empty when compared to what i smelled up front . some yeast in suspension but otherwise pretty spritzy light .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a nice orangy yellow with a finger of white head . the head stays there the whole time . no signs of carbonation present . sweet malts balance with somewhat citrusy hops for the smell wow nice flavour . sweet honey becomes present and is beautifully balanced with the malt and hops . incredibly smooth mouthfeel . how could something that feels as thick as this on the palate be this smooth . hardly any carbonation present . i was pleasantly surprised with this beer . for some reason i was expecting something less . i think i ll go grab another .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a hazy gold color into a pint glass . having this on tap i expected a little more head . i got absolutely none . the bartender filled it so high that i did n t dare reach over the person who was sitting at the bar to get it . luckily she handed it to me . s very tart almost of a peach mixed with lemon . t just ok . extremely peachy but in a sour tart sort of way . the wheat taste is also apparent but everything else was drowned out by the peach . if jolly rancher made a sour peach beer flavor this would probably be it . m pretty good mouthfeel lightly carbonated and very easy to consume . i do like sour things so i found the puckering in my mouth somewhat pleasant . d this absolutely destroyed my palate . the sourness of the peach just absolutely made detecting other more subtle flavors difficult throughout the rest of the night . but it was fairly refreshing for a summer night .,aroma,0.8,1
purchased at systembolaget in mjolby sweden . clear glass ml . on the initial pour i got a strong whiff of skunkiness among the most noticeable i ve ever experienced . fortunately this fades after a while replaced with a faint roasted malt aroma with a light still lightstruck hop presence . pour is a deep amber with a relatively thin head . very faint cloudiness seen . flavor is unremarkable except for the hint of skunkiness that carries through from the aroma . more bitter than malty and with a relatively thin body and moderate carbonation . overall this is not an undrinkable beer but it s not one i could recommend .,aroma,0.3,0
i poured this beer into my tumbler at degrees . i was a little worried about this beer due to the high alcohol but . the dark mahoganny color was nice with a fluffy head . smell was alcohol and burnt malt . the taste was swett but not overpowering with a nice coffee lihht finish . this is the smoothest beer i have ever drank that had this much alcohol . it also had a slight peppermint hit to it . it is a real winner . i will buyy again .,aroma,0.6,1
found this ipa in hillsboro oregon in the fred meyer two days before thanksgiving bought the whole pack cause the parents in from out of town were paying so why not . this beer was good a good session ipa not too bitter more like a pale ale good color and taste although not hoppy enough for me .,aroma,0.6,1
pint can a poured out a clear bubbly golden orange color with a small off white head of foam . it left a some thin rings of lace on the glass . s all hops . my nose was bombarded with citrus and grapefruit aromas from the hops . this had an ipa aroma for an apa . t it taste of citrus grapefruit and burnt toast maltiness . really a good quality apa flavor . m it was crisp and sharp with a mildly dry finish . a medium bodied ale . d this was really good . i had heard about daisy cutter and it did not disappoint .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a ounce bottle marked best by february st into a pint glass . appearance pours a deep red orange with about fingers of head . head retains to about a centimeter worth . looks really great . smell it s kind of a let down smell wise actually . some slightly sour hops and some nutty malts . does n t really smell that great to be honest . taste but thankfully it tastes fantastic . i d hesitate to put this in the same realm as a normal oktoberfest there s a lot in common with the sam adams boston lager here for sure but for what it is it really tastes great . it opens up with some sweet nutty malts with some fruits and spices in there . a bit of bitter hops come in at the end to temper the sweet hops . very well balanced . mouthfeel goes down very smooth and refreshing . no complaints at all it feels just heavy enough for the style without any unneeded heft . drinkability this is very drinkable for the style i tend to have a problem drinking too many oktoberfests because the spices start to grate on me but this one is very easy to drink . this is a great widely available beer that s got a lot to offer . check it out .,aroma,0.6,1
that s right it s not a typo . a wonderful extra from excellent trader mrkennedy . i specifically requested a couple of these because i want to feel the full aussie metalhead effect . . . thrash . . . by the way i love the band coheed and cambria and after seeing them again last night i have even more respect for the talent of claudio sanchez . if someone does n t find a way to put out a solo acoustic album with him i ll finance the freaking thing myself . . . this beer is exactly what you d expect from the biggest selling beer in any particular region but this screams aussie thrash metal party . . . put on some abominator and grill up some fat burgers . . . thrash . . . it s clear . .it s cold . that s some high quality h o . . . look you re not gon na wow anyone with this but it sure goes down quick and has a surprising amount of flavor for what basically amounts to an aal american adjunct lager for those not into the acronymics . in fact i have to say i prefer this to most bmc style stuff . and i ll bet it s cheaper than good water in some parts of the world so there you go . what i like most hey what s not to love . . thrash . . . what i like least hey who said this was high falutin stuff . not me that s for sure . thrash . . . verdict never tries to be anything it is n t and i ll bet you can get a case for less than a nice steak . thrash . . . .,aroma,0.3,0
batch oz . bottle poured into a snifter i have been enjoying this beer off and on since i picked some up in the fall of . this mother pours a reddish amber color not too dark slightly cloudy with a half inch head and a little lacing . i can smell the hops along with a bright sweetness . it reminds me of fruit but not the dark fruits that i am used to in this style also not citrus . the smell is amazing . it gets me first on the sides of my tongue . i can taste the hops up front but something else at the end . i think it s more bitter than it is sweet but almost balanced . there is a fair amount of carbonation and it s light in the mouth . i could drink kind of a lot of these if i had more . i like this one a lot .,aroma,1.0,1
dark chocolate brown in colour with a fair head . the aroma was very strange and not at all appetising for me . it was weak and at first the only aroma i could detect was corn . later i noticed weak coconut and a slight port like aroma . after that less than auspicious start due to the aroma the taste completely knocked me down . so smooth rich sweet but not cloying bitter enough and did i say it was smooth . like drinking your favourite scotch . the aroma was disappointing but that is one of the nicest beers i have ever tasted .,aroma,0.6,1
the bottle caught my attention . this one for me was a drain pour . it pours to a greenish yellow color kind of like flat ginger ale . head was gone almost as soon as i stopped pouring . my best description for the smell and sorry if it seems like i am ripping on the beer but it smelled like leaves that had been in the gutter after a couple of rains with a touch of sugar added . medium bodied mouthfeel not very carbonated which is n t too bad . taste was kind of like it smelled to me not a great aftertaste . finish was smooth it was more of getting by the taste maybe it was just old .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a nice big thick off white head . good head retention . the nose let s you know this has a good bit of hops . the taste starts off smooth and malty then the hops kick in and then more creamy goodness finishes this refreshing beer . most cream ales have that malt liquor after taste . this taste like a ipa float . . chalk up another great seasonal from these boy s .,aroma,0.6,1
pours okay for a light tan head which dissipates quickly and the body is pitch black in color . in the aroma there are coffee cocoa and bourbon characteristics . taste wise it is very metallic . almost like sucking on pennies . the coffee cocoa taste is mildly detectable . mf is thin even though this has a higher abv . you can tell this does have a bit more strength in the end with a warming feeling . okay i m new to these barrel aged beers and what not but the bourbon does not mesh well in this brew and the aging process probably took what was once a decent stout and turned it into a heap of a mess .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap rattle n hum nyc a pours a cloudy brown with hints of red and a nice foamy head . decent retention as it settles into a nice cap . s mild vinegar with some vague fruit hints . smells very inviting on a warm day . t much more potent than the smell would indicate . it first hits with an intense sourness which is followed by a nice hit of cherry sweetness . this balances out the tart quite well . the aftertaste has both flavours follow with a bit of microbial funk . m light bodied and efervescent . d a very well balanced lambic if there was one . intensely drinkable with nary a trace of alcohol as it should be present in relation to the percentage .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle . pours a nice dark brown with a rich frothy tan head that has great retention and laces very well . the aroma is a little understated . there are hints of roasted chocolate and coffee . i was hoping for a bit bigger nose though . flavor is full of roasty chocolate and coffee just like the nose . it is very smooth and very drinkable . the mouthfeel is nice and creamy and just slides over your tongue and down your throat . very nice porter .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark amber with just a trace of head around the edge of the glass . i should have sent this back since there was absolutely no carbonation . there must have been something wrong with the keg . s slight vanilla . no hops . t strong vanilla flavor that reminded me of root beer or cola . i could n t detect any hop flavor . no warming effect that i would expect in a winter ale . i am a fan of bourbon and did not detect any bourbon flavor at all . m medium body but the lack of carbonation made the beer feel like cold water . d i would not order this again . i found myself eyeing the other beers on tap and regretting my decision to order this .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a bourbon colored brown with perfect clarity a very minimal head which dissipated quickly and no lacing to speak of . the aroma is of bourbon bananas and bread . the flavor is reminiscent of bananas and bread with a slight pop of sour from a citrus note . the mouthfeel was lively despite the lack of any head when poured and very thin . drinkability is poor . not much to like about this strange brew . lacks richness one would expect to see from anything with bananas in it and it s lack of body and octane left me with no reason to every open another one .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at oggis in orange . well my pint showed up with a lemon which i quickly pitched to the side . the color was a hazy lemony yellow and was very assuming . when i went to smell the aromas i was very impressed with the assumed banana and clove . they were very prominent and defined . i couldnt wait to taste damn it has a strong aroma that belies its appearance . maybe that s whay when i tasted it i wasnt as impressed . not that it was bad because it wasnt it was good but it didnt wow me like the aroma did . there was a good fruity taste to it and i ll drink this as my session brew when at oggi s . it had a light mouthfeel and as i mentioned earlier it was unassuming .,aroma,0.9,1
head was frothy tan slowly diminishing about two fingers . good lacing . color was a reddish caramel . nice and clear . aroma was pretty thin . very light malt some molasses and barely toasted . on the palate a very light body . a little oily creamy texture . not much finish sort of watery . some grass . flavor duration was average and moderately bitter .,aroma,0.4,0
i will start off by saying the nice thing about this beer . the colour is brilliant . a rich burning gold for sure . orange gold hue just looks wonderful and it poors out with a better head then of other english ales that come to perth wa which are n t as fresh . that s where the nice ness really ends . very light honey and grassy hop aromas and that s about it . a hint of lemon . almost a spritzy soda ish taste with hints of honey and lemon citrus flavours . it s a sweet lemon more so then a tangy lemon . think . corona but with flavour . still not a great thing . the body is very watery and spritzy and while very easy to drink i crave a lot more out of my brews .,aroma,0.4,0
fantome saison pours a hazy honey yellow with a thin white head that leaves little lacing on the glass . the aroma is a merry go round of yeast fruit and malt odors . a sweetness of the summer fair cotton candy along with melon and berry aromas blend pleasantly with floral yeast and hints of fresh sweet wort and a wee note of alcohol hidden in the background . the taste starts with a rush of orange and coriander and then moves on to flavors of fresh malt and hints of berry flavors . the finish has some pleasant farmhouse sourness blending with the orange spice and malt flavors . aftertaste is smooth and fruity with hints of alcohol and toasted malt . mouthfeel is smooth and medium light in body . overall an ale that screams summer on the farm . farm fresh with no artificial anything in aroma or taste . light refreshing an aroma to die for and a taste that s a malty fruit salad with just the right amount of carbonation . this is what saison s are all about .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance poured golden with a thin head that quickly dissipated . nice lacing . smell bready malts dominate minimal hops nothing unique and kind of a plain jane for my olfactory . taste mostly malts again and i ca n t taste the hops probably because i am coming off of an ipa binge . regardless this was a weak taste for my liking . then it grew on me a bit and balanced out a little . aftertaste is smooth . still lacking something here for a sierra nevada though . mouthfeel medium carbonation pretty dry drinkability for . abv . the alcohol is hidden well . i would rock a few of these bocks but would go with something else from sierra nevada next time .,aroma,0.4,0
the beer emerges from the clear ounce bottle a luminous gold the head is smallish and bright white the lace thinner than my hair . nose has a very sweet orange aroma some hints of tartness also a spilt personalities dream these beers . start is cloyingly sweet the grain profile light the top thin as my wallet after christmas . finish is harshly acidic hops missing in action the aftertaste dry not what id call bad but certainly not good makes a fine palate cleaner .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks to cosmicevan evan for this one . sampled at a tasting . oz . pour from a oz . bottle into a snifter . reviewed from notes . a pours a very thin . finger off white head with little retention . beer is a dark almost opaque dark amber . lacing is stringy with moderate stick . s nose is one of the most unique that i ve ever experienced in a beer . black raspberry desert chocolate . sweet alcohol and plum . very aromatic dark fruity and fudgey . t opens sweet fruit . plum sweet soy sauce liquified raspberries and raspberry jam . slightly smokey and tart in the back . vanilla fudge and chocolate . finish is slight coffee and chocolate sweetness . little to no aftertaste . m medium bodied and with low carbonation . oily and filmy in the mouth . sticks to and coats the palate . goes down smooth and silky . finish is messy with a surprisingly non existant aftertaste . d described as an experimental beer this one is definitely unique . worth a try as i ve never experienced a prominent chocolate raspberry taste in my imperial stouts before and i think i like it . beer is a bit thin at parts though and appearance is slightly off .,aroma,0.9,1
well it was better then i expected . this beer poured a dark color with somewhat of a head . tasted creamy but not a full flavored beer that s for sure . overall not terrible but i could spend my money on much better suff . but hey nice try guys . it s a start work on it and it could works its way up to a pretty good beer .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a light translucent brown with a good head that quickly dissipates leaving very little lacing on the glass . the smell is enticing pumpkin cinnamon and clove . tastes like a belgian brown but the spice is overdone . mouthfeel is light would be better if fuller to support the high spice level . the highly overspiced cinnamon makes this really not very drinkable unless you have your face in an apple pie .,aroma,0.9,1
this has been a long time buddy of mine . i overpay for it constantly but it almost never lets me down . app dark and comforting . reminds me of drinking something healthy . smell i am very familiar with it and could recognize it anywhere . it reminds me of sourdough bread and something else. maybe molasses . taste a great partner with bar foods . a little bit of bitterness . almost a slight medicinal taste . sometimes . mouthfeel smooth sometimes a little pucker to it . not normally a lot of bubbles . i like to have a glass of water after drinking bass because i do get a bit of a lingering feel in my mouth . drinkability i would n t turn it down under any setting . good for cold days and warm days and days when i just want to get messed up a little .,aroma,1.0,1
finally got around to buying this beer that premiered in the swedish liquorstores over one month ago . a golden yellow with a minimal head . looks almost like a lager . s hops herbs tangerine yeast t toffee bread flowers lemon peel . m quite thin and drinkable . massive bitterness at the end . low carbonation for an ipa . this disappointed me a bit . i was hoping for a balanced ipa with some kickass bitterness at the end . all i got was the bitterness . still a drinkable ipa but not something i ll buy again .,aroma,0.8,1
bottled jan . pours a dark amber with a red tint . a two fingered head forms that has good retention . plentiful amount of sticky lacing left on the glass surface during consumption . the smell is malt . a combintion of caramel and biscuits . somewhat funky and musty . the taste starts out with a sweet biscuit malt quality but evolves into a more roasted and bitter malt profile as it rests in the mouth . not exactly what i was expecting in a wee heavy but still a nice taste . has a medium body with a creamy quality that coats the mouth . leaves a coffee like aftertaste . carbonation is low and alcohol is not detectable .,aroma,0.6,1
. . i am so conflicted right now . on the one hand this is one of the greatest ipa s i ve ever tasted . on the other i ve already had this about times and wrote it off each time . i m tempted to drop an entire letter grade for omission of a freshness date mainly because it has prevented me from tasting the extreme glory that is this beer . smell is very deep into the bitterness of hops used . definitely as piney as pliny perhaps veering away from the grassiness into a perfectly mild grapefruit undertone . i m chewing needles dog . look is the amberest of ambers which decorates a peppery sprucey taste uncompromising in its hop brutality . so bitter but so flavorful . what happens to this beer in a couple months is unforgivable . as punishment i shall burden the drinkability score of my review with an unfavorable grade . feel the wrath of my . opinion . still . great brew . . . . since having a rather poor experience with this beer i have heard great things and was eager to give it a shot . fills the glass nicely with burnt orange amber highlights and silky solid head . smells great too hops and malt all kinds of hops but a too sweet head that will surely linger into the mouth . the ibu s are well noted as is the delectable variety of hops appointed to represent gfbwcipa . unfortunately the choice of malt is just too much for me in what should be an exceptional ipa . the bitterness factor here deserves more than an apologetic sugar finish but that is exactly what i m getting . reminds me of the finish on a sub par belgian ale a sticky sweet disjointed aftertaste . the bitterness on the other hand is really something extraordinary . aside from a problematic undertone of lint and pennies this palate wrecker comes on like dry wood . i can almost literally feel my mouth being attacked . my thoughts are if you like seriously bitter hops this is the place for you . personally i ll stick to more user friendly offerings .,aroma,1.0,1
the dortmunder style is one of my favorites easy going not an everyday though it could be and thisone is done well . i do n t usually appearance but thisone i thought was perfect . a nice rich dark golden color . a frothy pillow like white head that stuck around and laced oh so well . carbonation was active and just right . the aroma was not overpowering maybe alittle grass like . the taste was an even balance of good malts and hop made for a very smooth brew . drinkability so easy simple and good . slight dryness on the finish . this homebrew could be a great macro try this offering great job great beer . .,aroma,0.6,1
i apologize for all you hop hounds out there that cant get enough crammed into a pint glass but the choice of hops is what did this one in . as stated above the nose appearance and gravity of this one were all good . but the hops . it was n t that there was too much alpha acid that i can handle . it was the aftertaste . too rancid very piney . i might have had a bad batch but until i get the chance again my grade will remain low .,aroma,0.8,1
beautiful upside down wine glass shaped dark green bottle caged corked and plastic covered top . given other reviewers notes served very cold about low s and opened outside . firm pop but no dramatics on opening . this was a bottle sampled new years day with fellow ba pegasus and is my th ba beer review . it was pegasus th review for ba and thus we went big on price . oddly the abv of . on the bottle was marked over with a black marker which came off with some alcohol rubbing . aroma for me the aroma was the highlight of the experience . has a candy apple soda smell something like up with a good dose of sweet and minor floral notes . appearance bright lemon yellow very clear in the glass and when very gently poured had fingers of white don ho voice tiny bubbles don ho voice . as mentioned served very cold and was extremely carbonated even after the finger head settled down . flavor very much like champagne or a very dry white wine . some pear noted . mouthfeel very dry with a puckering astringency . it was like i could feel the alcohol evaporating on my tongue and wafting straight up to my brain . the alcohol was very present and warming . overall impression for me this was too expensive too dry too champagne like . i dont like champagne but this smells better than any champagne ive had . im going to be generous on my score for this section because the beer is definitely within style its just a style i can see myself not liking .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a oz bottle . has a brilliant golden body with a slightly hazy appearance topped by a finger s worth of white bubbly foam . smells a little citrusy and and a little wheaty nothing impressive . a very lemon like taste that finishes a little bitter and a little like cherries . this beer is light and smooth an excellent refreshing beer to accompany summer and this humid day in boston .,aroma,0.6,1
ml from total wine a champagne in color lots of head dissipates slow minimal alpha clumps and light legs . s peach and graininess which resembles gasoline . very bad . t malts peach and that faint gasoline . m grainy malty and slightly sweet . d the mouthfeel and appearance help this beer but i will not drink again .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a deep reddish brown with foamy head that fades away pretty quickly leaving a thin film around the edges of the beer . smells of raisins and roast malt and a little chocolate very nice . the taste is also roasty but mostly on the back end there is a lot of malty sweetness and some raisin there . not a whole lot of bitterness or hops and i do n t really know what black wattle is supposed to taste like but i m not really detecting anything i ve never had before . it is a tasty beer though . mouthfeel is a little heavy but undercarbonated and mostly watery . overall it s a very drinkable beer and i probably will be getting it again .,aroma,0.9,1
poured an extremely pale gold with a thick head . after a vigorous pour it dissipated slowly and lacing lingered . smells of floral and herbs . taste is watery but complex not that that s a good thing . more herbs than beer . no bitterness to note and a light bodied smooth beer that makes me think this is more a herb infused domestic light beer than anything worthwhile .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pours dark brown with a slim smell the nose is inviting cocoa dark fruit toasted coconut whiskey vanillin wood sugars and dry oak planks . taste after that nose the taste leaves me wanting . taste is a bit thin but what is present includes chocolate malt sour mash whiskey and dry oak . the mellow oak and coconut so strong in the nose have vanished . whiskey character is minimal but what is there is a bit harsh and sour . lingering flavors of woody oak and cocoa . mouthfeel a bit thin with gentler carbonation . over time the oaky wood tannins become more present and somewhat distracting . not bad but not very noteworthy . drinkability it s not bad but this beer gets edged out by so many other ba imperial stouts . i m normally a fan of weyerbacher but this was a bit of a dud for me .,aroma,0.8,1
i love stouts and porters that feature coffee flavors . i like coffee . i like most of bell s products . but i did not like this beer . poured an oily inky black . aroma was like cold used coffee grounds . flavor was that of a pretty good dry stout with a mix of extra strong columbian coffee . unlike malt derived coffee flavors here the real coffee used in the brewing process imparted a thin harsh cold coffee flavor . for me this was like their cherry stout a beer that was an interesting exercise and worth having tried but not one i care to have again .,aroma,0.4,0
batch oz bottle . translucent honey straw colored beer that pours nicely into my tulip glass forming a bright white head of small champagne sized bubbles which remains througthout the beer . the smell is of apricots and simple syrup . with all of the sugar in the nose i was expecting a much sweeter beer . fortunately it was not sweet . a nice fruity but not too fruity tripel that lingers on the palate with moderate carbonation . this is a nice beer to have around . espcially being for maine not exactly the beer brewery capital of the world . cheers .,aroma,0.6,1
a a slight quarter of a fingers worthy of audibly fizzy dark brown head with a faint red hue dissipates in rapid fashion leaving a very sparse very minimalistic milky way like lacing in the center of the glass and an uber thin collar around the edge of the glass . fairly still though a couple of small carbonation bubbles can be seen at the top of the glass when slightly agitated . a dark flat black color though a bit of light leaks in at the top . s potent and completely intoxicating . the barrel aging is at the forefront but is n t overpowering . oak . bourbon . vanilla . a layer beneath our your more traditional stout aromas . roasted malts . milk chocolate . coconut shavings . a hint of smoke . an absolutely terrific nose . t the barrel aging is surprisingly absent to start and the stout is featured . roasted malts . a slight smokiness . subtle brownie mix . then out of no where the bourbon vanilla and oak rise to compliment the other flavors . at the very end a bit of alcohol induced heat rises and lingers but never overpowers . very nice . m medium to full bodied . a bit of fizzy carbonation . a bit of stickiness . slightly burnt texture . the finish is a tad on the dry side . not bad but a bit rough around the edges and not nearly as smooth as i was hoping or expected . d a defiant sipper . this is a testament to what barrel aged beers should be about . the barrel aging adds loads of depth and complexity without ever taking anything away from the terrific beer that lies beneath . my favorite port lost abbey offering . while the price tag is quite lofty this one warrants the price .,aroma,1.0,1
a deep brown with a nice orange hue around the edges where the light filters in . nice two finger head lumpy head which quickly fades into a thin foam layer . very light lacing . s nice spicy smell . cloves i think . dominates any other aromas from the beer . picked up a faint hint of the alcohol and a little sweetness . t nice rich sweetness to it . not sugary sweet but more of a mellow fruit sweetness . alcohol is a little strong in the taste . the spice aroma is not carried over near as strongly into the taste . m d highly carbonated which dominates the mouthfeel . a very nice belgian strong ale . not my favorite chimay offering but still a very good beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours an opaque brown body . the head on this one is massive . no joke went to open this one and the cap pratically blew off tons of foam fingers . it was very pillowy and leaves a sticky head . s a simple nose of toasted malts coffee cocoa earthy hops . hint of sour in the nose . t it was really hard to focus on the flavor because the carbonation was way too high . flavor of roasted malts grains coffee and finishes a bit dry and sour . m way too much carbonation medium body . i felt like i was drinking seltzer water which strongly effects the taste . d i think i got an infected bottle but this one just tasted bad . i feel like every other bottle i get from short s is infected . i would never drink this again .,aroma,0.7,1
i got this as part of the sam adams holiday pack . this beer brings the collection up to a better level . this porter compliments the fezziwig nicely . i would not categorize this as a holiday ale as it is labeled . i would call this a winter ale . there are no spices or festivities going on in this bottle . it is a warm porter to get you through the winter . pour pours smooth with very little fizz initially but the head does build to . fingers or so . mild roasted color to the foam . the foam dies down pretty quickly after it reaches its zenith . smell roasted malty scent with a burnt undertone and hints of coffee . taste rich roasted toffee flavor . finishes with a nutty after taste and then declines . does n t really dance around in the mouth for very long but it doe shave enough life to carry it off . drinkability pretty easy to enjoy this proter . i would n t say this is the best i have had but for where it comes from and the cost i would say it is very drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from bottle into pint glass . pours a nice golden amber with a great one inch white frothy head that dissipates into a fine layer atop the glass . as you drink this it leaves a nice lacing along the glass . not much of an aroma on this but picked up some slight floral hints and a bit of caramel . taste is very nice citrusy with caramel flavors with some lingering light bitterness . this is a medium bodied beer with a fresh crispness . very nice beer . if it were cheaper and more widely available i d make it my fall back beer .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle i couldnt find the date anywhere poured into a weissen glass apours hazy deep amber with no head just mild fizz coming up from the bottom of the glass some sediment rests on the bottom too no lacing is produced either swheat citrus hops butterscotch orange very sour faint alcohol is there too tvery sour orange is strongest tart and tangy too much so for my taste i dont like this mslippery and slick medium bodied mild carbonation dits too sour tart and tangy for me . i think i will avoid it in the future .,aroma,0.7,1
notes from last night s michigan beer tap takeover . pours a ruby brown with a thin tan head . somewhat thin lacing around the glass . the nose is pleasant . nice spice . smells like everything you would want winter to be . like a kitchen around christmas . one would believe good things are to come with aromas like this . one would be wrong . the spices that once enticed the nose are now mangled together like limbless bodies in a drunken stupor . does n t make sense right . exactly . this beer reminds me of clove candy canes from cracker barrel . loads of licorice peppermint and cinnamon . it s like a twelve ounce jager bomb . the body of the beer is pretty middle of the road . good carbonation but it is so hard to get past the flavors of this beer . i was going to make this my last beer of the night . i could n t finish it and ended up ordering a pannepot just to cleanse my palate . i like a lot from short s so i suppose everyone is entitled to a miss now and then .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a hazy copper amber color with a thin tan head that leaves decent lacing . does n t look like a black ipa to me . nose is medicinal muted and not very appealing . taste is better than the nose sweet malts some bitterness but not very ipa like . the nose is ruining the taste for me do n t know if bad tap lines or what but i this did not taste or smell like i expected it to .,aroma,0.4,0
unfortunately for me when i went to my new local this was their best offering def time to get a new local it pours a yellow gold macro colour with hardly any smell maybe weak grains and it basically tastes like grainy water would never buy this beer usually was just thirsty and like i said this was their best offering .,aroma,0.2,0
poured a nice bronze amber color with a decent lacy head . great toasty bread smell . excellent balanced malty flavor . caramel undertones . medium bodied and finished clean . this was a great beer . i had it at their location in carlsbad . i would have it again .,aroma,1.0,1
a dark color reminded me of a cherry stain on a desk . got about inch head . s nutty . t a lot going on here . two strongest flavors were coffee and chocolate . very rich . m kind of sharp on the tongue . not too sharp though . d this was really good . notes very nice dark ale i enjoyed it a lot . the richness means it is something i would n t want more than one of in a session though .,aroma,0.7,1
a beautiful brown hue . very rich and deep . almost transparent but definitely translucent . looks substantial with a quickly rising and receeding white head . s smell is phenomenal . right after you uncap it you re hit with cinnamon and nutmeg and plenty of pumpkin . just powerful enough to be appetizing itself but not too strong to seem fake . t taste is good but does n t quite live up to the smell . the hop bitterness is rather unbalanced and hides the pumpkin flavor . you can taste the pumpkin if you look for it . if i were to take a blind sip of it i d say it was a amber lager or even bud light wheat . mf very watery . not much retention or texture to this beer . carbonation is n t even all that frothy . d good beer to sit back and enjoy . could n t imagine sessioning with it but definitely a good way to start a night .,aroma,1.0,1
i picked up a couple of these as a part of my buck mixed six pack deal thank you village bottle shoppe . best before date of . it pours that beautiful golden orange tripel color that i absolutely love . the only problem is that the head did n t bother sticking around for too long . it s a pain because i really enjoy the looks of tripels . smell is immensely yeasty with hints of clove orange and vanilla . decent nose if you ask me . taste seemed a little harsh to me . a little more clove flavor than i would have liked . a lot of spiciness in here . this is one of the more assertive tripels i ve had . a light fruitiness is present but i would ve liked for these flavors to step forward a little bit . mouthfeel is standard as is drinkability . for less than a buck a bottle this is a great deal for me and i will be getting more . overall i think this is a decent offering with some room for improvement . i look forward to more belgian style ales from glbc .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a mild golden colour with a hint of distrubed sediment giving a slight haze . head is initially firm and solid but disippates to a filmy scum on the top of the beer . lacing is only slight and the body looks a bit thin overall . nose is slightly spicy with hints of witbier style coriander seed matched with a sticky sweet hint of dark toffee and brown sugar . it s actually rather pleasant all up and certainly gives a deeper note than expected from the lightness in the body and the colour . slight hint of spicy phenolic belgian yeast but it s certainly not the main event . not a bad nose all up though . taste is a little bit disappointing . the sweetness is here again but it appears rather cloying on the palate and the spicy phenols do n t appear nearly as much it needs some sort of bitterness to cut through . instead the palate just drops out of the centre leaving some redisual sugary characters around the edge with just a whiff of spice that ends up tasting candied . feel is rather empty especially at the end although it has a pleasant roundness on the front . not a great belgian style ale . it s really missing something and the characters do n t really balance that well . i found it rather cloying after a while . another beer which proves how great the belgian examples are by failing to live up to their standards .,aroma,0.8,1
a a huge head sits on top of a golden brew with high carbonation . copious amounts of fractal webbing down the sides reminiscent of large scale structure images . s grassy hay hops with a touch of honey cinnamon and apples . t a bit of green apples with some wheat bread a touch of light malt and a musty grassy hop . a bit of spices are apparant but very mild so hard to pick out from the other flavors . i can place brown cinnamon and coriander though . the aftertaste is a strong grassy bitterness . the flavor is intense and not enitrely pleasant . m high carbonation with a rather dry finish . the beer is a tad astringent with a thin to medium body . not terribly refreshing . d alright . it is very bitter with otherwise a mild flavor . i have no problem finishing it but it is a bit harsh . not worth having again . i expected more from dupont .,aroma,0.8,1
part of and arcadia sampler this was a pretty good nut brown poured a dark brownish amber with virtually no head or lacing . strong nut aroma . flavor was not very rich but was nutty with some malt . lightly bitter and nutty finish . a better than average brew .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from oz bottle . a pours a hazed golden yellow color . this stuff almost looks like a gel . one finger white head shows medium retention overall . light ringing lacing on the glass as i drink down . s the only two things i can pick out in this beer are a yeasty aroma in the front of this that is pretty dominate . there is a grainy like presence in the background . almost smells like a very yeasty bmc product . t there is a light sourness to this from the get go . this dies to a light watery yeasty taste . some light grainy notes really make this beer a subpar standing in taste as far as i m concerned . there is a light artifical fruit flavor but i ca n t figure out what it is . m light mouthfeel . carbonation is fizzy and a little much for the beer . light sourness and yeasty flavor left on the palate . some alcohol and grainy flavor left in the aftertaste . alcohol has light drying on the palate . flavor is balanced for the style . d this beer to me is not a good offering for any brewery in this style . if this were a bmc product i would have no problem with it but as a craft brewery offering i must say this is terrible .,aroma,0.4,0
served on draft into a goblet glissade pours a lustrous deep gold color with a head so thick you could cut it with a knife . the retention is pretty strong too . the beer s predominant smell is malts with some citrus in the form of lemons and orange coming through too kind of like the first hint of spring . some light hoppiness is also vaguely apparent . glissade is medium bodied in the mouth with a crisp bready flavor and nicely carbonated to keep your interest piqued . i m a fan and could easily drink more than one of these and plan to .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance brown bottle . beautiful gold color that pours a decent sized head that evaporates immediately . small bubbles . aroma has a corn and lightly malty nose . taste moderate bitterness on a bland flavor mouthfeel flat pepsi drinkability inebriation inducing liquid . this beer was perfect in the strip bar in which i had it . or maybe it was just the girls who made life and everything about it seem so sweet .,aroma,0.4,0
a amber red pretty interesting color . an aggressive pour yields a small off white head which does n t stick around for long . s some really great aroma here coconut vanilla . not sure how else describe the slight alcohol aroma but reminds me of spiced rum t big alcohol burn . lots of tangerine and grapefruit which intensifies as the beer warms . m carbonation works well a bit thin i m actually getting a headache as i drink this beer . it comes across as hot and alcoholic and does n t give up . i know this is a beer that should age well but this beer really suffers from drinkability when it should n t .,aroma,0.8,1
i was a little disappointed in this beer as i really love their lectio divina . however my drinking companions had mixed feelings on the subject . oddly enough the guys mostly preferred this brew while myself and my friend kc strongly favored the lectio divina . anyways it has a slightly orange color to it and a noticeable citrus aroma . however the taste was a little too dry and sour for me . i never seem to enjoy beers that have a resemblance to chardonnay which i think would describe this particular saison . still though it s another solid example from a great local brewery .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a cloudy burnt amber with chunks of yeast very little eggshell colored head lacks much retention but has some lacing . smells of honey biscuits citrus and some spicy hops . taste starts out of citrus with a backbone mixture of sweet malt and toasted malt with earthy hops in the finish very bitter . medium in body with good carbonation nice and creamy sweet with an odd bitter finish . not one of my favorite ipas did n t seem very balanced nor was it very hoppy just sweet with an overly bitter finish that does n t seem to be produced from the hops .,aroma,0.8,1
reviewed draft flying saucer houston tx pours a very dark yellowish red brown color body opaque . small whitish head somewhat lasting . hoppy malty sweet aroma syrupy . fruity like strawberries seeded fruit . sweet syrupy taste some hoppiness citrus . some roastedness . not my thing . dark brown sugar like taste .,aroma,1.0,1
got bottles of this a month or so ago from krisandajt . thank you sir . chocolate donut stout . hmm now that sounds intriguing . pours a semi dark brown with reddish hues at the edges . head is two inches of fizzy tan foam . keeps a thin lace and leaves a splash here and there on the sides . smell is initially of sour cherries and vinegar . i had to do a double take but yes that s what it is . chocolate donut . where . i do get a bit of chocolate and some roasted malt behind the sour but this is not an appealing nose at all . taste also has a touch of sourness but not a vinegar quality like the nose . there is more chocolate flavor here or more like cocoa powder i d say but still not a ton . a bit of coffee too . sour cherries again seem way out of place but there is some redeeming value in the modest cocoa flavor . not much but some . some earthy hops in the finish . mouthfeel is pretty light bodied and very spritzy with very active carbonation . an alka seltzer like feel . fail . this is my second bottle of this and the first was not very good either although this one is worse . therefore i m being a little bit more generous than i d be if i were judging on only this one bottle . joe gave me these about a month ago and i did n t get the sense he had bought them long ago although there is no best by date on the bottles . still i ca n t imagine these are very old . actually the sour cherry flavor is n t all that bad but it still seems way out of place and in the smell it s horrible . just not a very good beer and certainly no chocolate donut . i wish i had one to cleanse my palate in fact .,aroma,0.3,0
oz silk screened bottle poured into a dfh tulip . the initial head is a good two fingers and is a light cream color . the foam recedes leaving spots of lace . the body color is a clear dark copper . very active carbonation streamers rise from the bottom . the smell is an expected hop blast though it is not as heavy handed as some hop forward ales . it is an aromatic potpourri of lighter hop notes . there is grass pine needles and spearmint . i like getting mint flavors and smells from a beer it s a sense that is under appreciated in craft brewing . the taste takes a big step back and is a lot milder than the smell would suggest . there is still a hint of mint but overall it is a little watered down . the body is light and crisp perfect for hot weather . this may be a bit of a disappointment for hop heads used to dipas like hop slam . however i do see a place for a lighter ipa like hopluia . i could drink a lot of this at the grill or at a party . at . a oz bottle it s priced right as well .,aroma,0.9,1
a nice foamy soapy off white head . brew is cloudy orangish red . medium body . s a fowl homebrew scent . lots of weird grape scents . no heat or sugar . t very watery . not too much going on with this one . m nice carbonation zero bitterness weak for a b wine . o not impressed by this well named offering from sfb . ckbw does n t keep up with their canned series . this brew is not highly recommended but worth trying with a group of friends . .,aroma,0.4,0
ounce aluminum can poured into a flared pint glass . pours a deep dark brown with some glimmers of bronze showing through when held to the light . a fat creamy foamy bubbly light tan head shows excellent retention sticking in patches along the walls of the glass . the initial pour sends a wafting of grapefruity hop notes into the nose though sadly the aroma fades away becoming very subdued . medium full in body with a moderate prickly carbonation and a rounded mouthfeel . kicks off with sweet caramel and molasses up front leading into a showcase of hops all the way through fruity citrusy and quite bracingly bitter melding with a bit of roasty malt character in the middle that leads to an exceedingly dry finish with a bit of lingering burnt brown sugar and spicy rye like character on the back of the tongue . quite drinkable this is definitely a showcase of the style that just happens to be available in a stylish package . no complaints here .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from oz bottle . app hazy white with small white head . sm coriander and orange peel . wheat proteins . ta full wheatiness . lots of creamy goodness . heavy spices coriander orange and lemon and grains of paradise . mf beautiful . full mouth coat like a wit should be . nice light carbonation on the finish . dr on a hot summer day this would be hard to beat . living in co i have been drinking this beer for years but had it last night and decided to review it . have to say it was the best bottle i have ever had . maybe the tweaked the recipe but it just tasted much more vibrant . would guess it was just really fresh . i did drink it in boulder .,aroma,0.6,1
special cask for crockett s public house in puyallup . pours bright orange thick fluffy cap of head that lasts for minutes . smell is slightly fruity slight pine honey and earthiness . taste is honey and bright fruit slight biscuit . earthiness and pine linger on the sides and back of the palate and are nicely balanced . mouthfeel is like silk extremely smooth and light . body is light and airy slightest of carbonation tickles sporadically . a nice light cask pale subtle and complex well balanced .,aroma,0.6,1
it s very light . for what it s worth i love victory brewing company . i m concerned that this beer might be the most challenging i ve encountered in regards to keeping in mind its style . it s a pilsener so it should be light . truth is i ve had it before and not really enjoyed it . objectively there s basically no head . i m biased by my preferences obviously but this beer does n t look that good . for victory s reputation alone . on appearance . the smell is good . it smells like high quality keg beer . which means of course you associate the smell with high quality keg parties . that s good . i hate the taste . i knew it coming in as this is the last of my sixer bought near the end of . i did n t like any of em . is it the style . is it a bad batch . seems like the smell would be worse if it were . the smell though independent of the taste is good . is it just the brew s nostalgic properties . i basically hate the taste . i admit noticing the a ba rating so i m trying to figure out what might be wrong with me lt this is the worst taste rating thus far in my reviewing life but the ba description is accurate i m simply not impressed . mouthfeel is n t much different for me . maybe i do n t like this style of beer . i should get another reputable german style pils and evaluate . maybe it s too carbonated for me . does that vary much among bottling sessions . the drinkability is what gets me . i followed the thread about how great this beer was to kick back on a day like the super bowl . i had one then . did n t like it . i ll certainly consider an update if and when appropriate .,aroma,0.8,1
always like to try a local beer and this was a new one on me . a poured a slightly darker than bud crisp copper with less than one finger of fizzy quickly dissipating head . slightly cloudy not unlike today s hot and humid weather so looks refreshing . s not much to speak off . crisp and clean but again not unlike a macro though with some welcome added hop snap . t sings a note smooth and sharp with some yeasty tartness and a little lemon zest . m fizziness on the tongue with a nice creaminess not too much nice mix . d nice for a summer day the yeastiness touch of metal becomes drags a bit as you go through but overall nice . not a go to but might buy again for consistent refreshment .,aroma,0.4,0
dark gold copper with a low tan head and decent carbonation . piney sprucey hop aroma the best character of this brew . huge malty flavor with a warming alcohol sensation . funky fruity yeasty flavor . maybe that s the ringwood yeast . medium bodied with an unpleasant finish . per maine brewer s guild site original gravity two row english malts pale crystal and chocolate cascade mt . hood and east kent golding hops . glad i only bought a single bottle . . oz .,aroma,0.8,1
i got a bottle of primtor double bock beer last week for . at the lager mill . i been on a doppelbock kick lately so i thought i would continue the journey with this baby and see how it stack up to the others i have tried . it had no visible bottling date . poured from a brown ml bottle into a imperial pint glass . a the label is pretty plain and is a different color then the picture shown it does n t look horrible just plain . it poured a deep dark brown color with some ruby highlights . it had two fingers worth of off white head that died down to a nice layer that stayed the rest of the time . s damn this beer smells like some shitty earthquake malt liquor i bought a while back man that shit was horrible so it is kind of off putting that it smells the same . the aroma is basically candied sugar molasses and booze . theres a little bit of dark fruits in their but they are mainly masked by the booze aroma . t this has to be one of the sweetest beers i have ever tasted . it is so sweet it almost reminds of some southern ice tea from mcdonalds just for too much sweetness for any beer to have . the dark dried fruits are more prominent in the flavor with raisins sticking out the most but just like in the aroma the flavor is mainly dominated by candied sugar and booze . the taste reminds me of a dessert sherry not my kind of thing . m full bodied and syrupy with good carbonation . overall i was not a fan of this beer . it was just a sweet syrupy malty mess . the booze was n t as harsh as the aroma led me to believe but it was still fairly noticeable and got worse the more it warmed up . if it was n t for my brother helping me out i may have been hard pressed to finish the bottle and may have encountered my first drain pour but luckily backup was available . it drank very similar to earthquake malt liquor and thats not a good thing . i wo n t be drinking this again for sure the worst doppelbock to date . if you do n t like super sweet beers then do n t pick this up because it is sweet as hell . a bad first impression for pivovar nchod a.s. i hope all their beers are n t this bad .,aroma,0.3,0
standard red can poured into a pint glass a leftover remnant of a memorial weekend event . pours a clear yellow light gold with a half inch of white cap . not much for bubbles after the pour and the cap settles out as a result . offers some light lace . aroma of neutral grains with a restraining vegetal character . slightly better in flavor with sweet grain notes and a touch of citrus . touch of light spice and breadiness on the feel finishing with a thin citric sweetness . likely better from the can where the weak aroma is not a factor and the carbonation would stick around a bit longer .,aroma,0.4,0
this bee pours a pale staw color with an slight hop haze and a thick white head . the armoa is very clean without the musty hop aroma that comes with wet hops . i get pineapple and grapefruit the strongest i have ever smelt in a wet hop . the flavor is piney with grapefruit and very clean without the musty flavor that you usually get from wet hop beers . it has a sweetness that is mouth coating but but does not linger so much as you do n t want another drink . probably one of the cleanest wet hop beers i have ever had .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer appears a hazy light apricot colour with a minor amount of soapy white head which leaves nary a speck of lace as it wafts away . it smells very faintly of white biscuit grain . the taste is bready fruiity malt and light earthy hops . the carbonation almost distracts from the flavour discernment in the sense that i could barely detect it . this is one smooth beer . the body is fairly full and this beer finishes dry with a velvety grain essence that reminds me of fields of ripe wheat or something .,aroma,0.6,1
aroma is what you would expect from a good coffee brew . roasted coffee and smoked roasted malts . the flavor is surprisingly bold for a beer that is n t big very flavorful for a porter . definite coffee in the flavor with chocolate up front . a little watery in the body but that is as expected for a porter . once again berkshire produces another fine crafted brew .,aroma,0.9,1
oz re into a pint glass . a pours a dark golden amber color with not much head at all . may have been a little too conservative of a pour on my behalf s deep hops and citurs odor t disappointing . i got a small hit of hops and kept waiting for it to keep coming . but alas nothing . then a strong soap taste hit my tongue out of nowhere . m smooth little carbination but the soap taste made it oily to me . d i ll sit out the next round . the total lack of hops even for a regular ipa and the soapy taste really disappointed me . i love the regular lagunitas ipa go figure,aroma,0.9,1
pours a fairly clear dark ruby with a thick wheat like head that dissappears qutie fast . a bit light on the nose . slightly vinegary and faint cherry . pleasant and fresh but not ultra complex . taste is very light . sour and intense cherry flavor heavy and an woody finish . mouthfeel is light fizzy and thin . very astringent finish . a pleasant beer especially in the spring or summer .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance crystal clear amber finger thick off white fiinger thick head most of which dies away . a continuous wellspring of bubbles quickly and continuously rise up from the bottom . smell sourdough bread in a tin can i understand this is ridiculous but this is the best i can do . taste slightly sour breadiness slightly sweet with a very subtle earthyhop profile refreshing . mouthfeel medium bodied crisp well carbonated drinkability i can and have consumed large quantities of this beer . fyi living in southeastern pa if you ask for lager at any local bar this is what they give you .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle courtesy of knight and deepsouth poured into a snifter . a pours black as night with a hint of ruby around the edges . head is small but dense and lingers throughout the session leaving decent lacing . s big time roasted malt smell with strong coffee and dark chocolate aromas . definite dark fruit smell as well with a very nice faint hop smell to balance everything . one of the better porters i ve smelled . t roasted malts form the backbone with a pleasant sweetness dominated by chocolate . the finish is actually fairly bitter with a lingering coffee aftertaste m light to medium mouthfeel with decent carbonation . d as sessionable porters go this is near the top of the list . i could easily drink a few of these in an evening and i would seek it out .,aroma,1.0,1
pours extremely pale yellow with a sudsy white head retains as a cap of random splotches leaves decent lacing . very light amount of sediment . very straight up pale lager smell it does supply some decent scents of fruit and bread . much more flavorful than expected . it s like a plethora of flavors from pilsners hefeweizens and oktoberfests . bubblegum baked bread biscuit buttery malts a light fruit presence for sure but i can really only pick out lemon . herbal notes as well . this would probably be a . to be technical . smooth crisp mouthfeel carbonation level is perfect . nothing really off in this beer . an awesomely flavorful lager . i wish this came in packs it would make a great session beer .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours an amber orange color that is reminiscant of many good wheat beers . head is huge and lingers for several minutes leaving rings of lace all the way down the pint glass s i gave this a five for one reason . grapefruit . my favorite aroma in beer and life for some strange reason but enough about me . .once i break from my grapefruit coma i do notice pine and a little lemon rind in the background t there is that damn grapefruit again i just ca n t get away from it . immense hop flavor with a surprising amount of malt that finds its way through the hops . if the malt was just a tad more pronounced i might have given a to taste also . m pucker up . if you do n t like hops forget it . although it as a medium heavy mouthfeel that is unexpected . d hopheads could drink this all night but myself as an above average lover of hops could probably only do a couple but they would definitely be savored before i switched to two hearted for the rest of the night .,aroma,1.0,1
live review of a ml bottle . i think this was around . a poured a dark amber with a good creamy head that died to a steady collar and film . s orange extract pops out at first fruity pineapple and apple cider very slightly acidic a slight rosemary hops a nice mild wood character . really good . t milder than the smell with a taste of mostly apples and cider creamy caramel and a mild woody gin finish . very nice and mild . m moderate body with a frothy creamy consistency until a quick cleanse . o really good . this is a great english strong .,aroma,1.0,1
a no head even with a strong pour color is deep red with pink highlights . s it reeks in a good way horse sweat and damp basement a bit of acetic sourness along with a great wine barrel smell from the combination of oak and grapes . t taste like a sweeter fruitier version of what it smells although not as strong . m no carb and a little thin disappointing . o would be a good lambic if it had any carb .,aroma,0.8,1
served from a oz bottle . appearance was a languid brown nothing at all to take not of really . the head was quite substantial originally and it hung in there for near the duration . the aroma was quite exceptional . never before have i whiffed this nose of smoke in a beer . not quite sure what it reminded me of however the bartender at the establishment i was enjoying the hop devil grill suggested smoked meat like a bacon . by jove he may have had something there . nevertheless i quaffed a tad and was nearly blown over . this stuff tasted just plain weird . howsomever deeper into the bottle i took quite the liking to this smoky brew . this beer felt good in the mouth tasted intesting and good and went down nicer than i could have ever before imagined . hurrah . the germans do it once again .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a very dark red brown colour with no head whatsoever . the smell was quite awful . it smelled like grassy hops with some honey and nail polish . i was afraid to drink the contents . however the flavour profile was more delightful than the smell would suggest . there was still an astringent hop flavour to it more so than the style really needs but it was n t exceedingly awful . it was sweet and pruney like it should be even though i had n t detected that on the nose . but it was n t an especially good example of the style . it did n t really strike a chord with me . it just seemed kind of average .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a cloudy orange color with good frothy white head good lacing down the glass s smell is awesome smells fruity apple pear good spiciness in there as well . you can also smell alcohol scent . t slightly sweet but mostly a lot of spiciness peppery flavor . m light to medium bodied dry finish d very refreshing complex smelling and tasting beer . would for sure have this again . thanks to snilsen for this tasty beer .,aroma,1.0,1
my special thanks go out to william wjvii and marla vogel . on there vacation to europe in may of they purchased this brew for me . they carted it half way around the world from germany to stevens point wisconsin . all for me to have this special moment . again thank you . a a very tall dark tan foamy and quickly rising head . the body is a dark brown with amber and purple tints as the light passed through . s the scents of chocolate smoked meats malt and cherry all wrapped up in one . the only hindrance is the weakness . t the flavors begin mild and move toward bold as the taste progresses . there are strong malt flavors that consist of caramel subtle spices and pungent fruits . while the alcohol taste is present it by no means controls the brew . m the feel is actually a bit coarse considering how smooth the flavors flow . there is an after feeling in the back of my throat that s obvious . the texture is strange in that it touches the front of my tongue very softly but after the brew is down there is a coarseness left behind . i actually think it assists in prolonging the flavor . upon my first sip i was not please but as i ve moved on i am actually really enjoying this unique characteristic . i must admit this is one of the finest if not the finest doppelbock i ve ever had . i will look again for this brew and hope to someday enjoy one on german soil with my good friends bill and marla . did i say thank you .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at the walking man menu noted . abv . and lists it as a strong pale ale aroma grapefruit flowers on a sugary base . appearance amber gold glass was mildly hazy . small but plucky cover lasted and gave ample lace . flavor yeasty gentle hop note mild malt base . well balanced but not well integrated . drinks like an everyday pale ale . mouthfeel medium body a bit oily overall impression nice and easy a bit boring maybe but thats more about me than the beer . im very surprised to see ibus listed it wasnt nearly in that range to my taste .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer is only available on tap in the boston area . its not in every bar either so you have to look around for it . its got a great color a deep brick red color hence the name . its got a nice malty sweetness to it with a mild hop finish . its a great red ale and one of sam adams best beers in recent times .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter from a bottle . i have had this beer several times and enjoy it each time . it has a nice deepish golden hue that clears up quickly with a decent amount of carbonation with a head that lingers for a minute or so . clings to the side of the glass after moving around . has a strong fruity citrus smell i do n t really smell hops . maybe slightly . but not as much as other people say . as it hits my mouth and tongue i notice the carbonation and hops instantly and a strong citrus taste that fades quickly to a really nice bitterness and hoppy aftertaste i really enjoy . it has a slight fizz on the back of my throat as it fades . mouthfeel is a full body fizz with a slight thick feel at the end . i enjoy ipas and find this quite drinkable even at i found my glass empty pretty quickly .,aroma,0.6,1
tasted in a pint glass from a . oz nitro can . a to me guinness draught is the standard to measure appearances against . why you ask . because the cascade effect is cool to look at the opaque jet black standard stout color the creamy one finger thick head and a good deal of lacing throughout . s faint scent of roasted malts chocolate and coffee . t a combination of sweet roasted and chocolate malts with hints of coffee . the bitterness of hops is almost non existent . the taste is all malts with a roasted malt and coffee aftertaste . m the body is light for a stout but it does have a creamy feel to it . very light on the carbonation . smooth and easy to drink . d this is the standard brew that most stouts are measured up against . the light body and low abv combined with a good taste and smooth easy drinking ability makes it a good session brew if your choices are limited . in my opinion it remains an oldie but goodie the classic introduction to the world of dark beer .,aroma,0.6,1
consumed at brewery . clear light golden hue with active bubbles and a thin foam skin . i could not detect any aroma from the taster glass . flavor is mainly a bit of sweet malt . there s a tad of bitterness near the finish . nicely there s no corn flavor . mouthfeel is a little astringent and yet also coats the mouth and tongue a bit . flavor is really nothing special . this is about on par with their light lager which makes me wonder why they would serve two almost identical beers .,aroma,0.4,0
i picked this bottle up at the bio supermarket on the vismarkt in leuven . it s the first time i ve ever seen this bottle . on the back it says it was brewed for the cooperative cheese factory het hinkelspel in gent . be surprised by the combination of this beer and their cheeses . when i opened the bottle a lively and refreshing hop and yeast scent emerged . i poured the beer in a bush chalice . the beer has a misty orange colour with small yeast particles floating around . the head is very firm about an inch thick in my case and as white as the virgin clouds . it remains very solid for quite some time . in the middle a little dome forms . here the carbonation from below erupts . the scent gives me strong yeast fresh grain lots of malt hops also some caramel and bitterness dark chocolate . some fruit as well apple pear dades and banana and orange peel . the taste is a bit disappointing . certainly after the grand smell . but not bad surely not bad . a very simple but convincing taste . yeast dominates throughout . a bit of a meat like taste i suppose . there is some sweetness but dignified not vulgar . some fruit is present as well grapefruit banana pineapple slight and dades . mouthfeel is very full . it resembles the feeling after heaving eaten a banana . my mouth is quenched in yeast en malt tones . this is an other nice surprise from de proefbrouwerij . i will have to revise my opinion on them .,aroma,1.0,1
ml the pour is a rusty brown tea color with some haze from the yeast . the rich and ample head lives well within the glass . sturdy lace adds to the perceived elegance . the nose is vinous and caramel with a touch of sweet tea and slight alcohol . this product bowls me over in the taste department . im literally dubbel ed over with its quality . its fruity prune and grapes a bit spicy with some earthen tones and a solid body that ends clean dry and crisp with slight alcohol and malts . this is smoother than barry white .,aroma,0.7,1
dump one of these quickly into a stein . wait about seconds . alcohol whipped cream head . great . not much of a nose but who cares . the appearance when foamed is gorgeous . the taste is light with maybe some fresh hops flowers in it . the foam taste alone mixes in so nicely with this beer that it s nearly a unique experience for me . i ll drink this stuff any time anywhere unless i am really obsessing over something really hoppish or something really cheap and bubbly on a hot day . we re having a party this weekend . there will be a keg of this . i ll write a separate review for that once i recover .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a bomber into a short stem tulip glass a pours like a bottled stout or a porter . .a golden head which stands strong for a good minute or so . liquid is black as night s this is where i am completely lost . after a hour i still can not place the nose of this brew . it is sweet but unlike i have ever sampled before . dare i say some sort of bourbon malt chocolate smoke vanilla hybrid . and that still does not define it well . i apologize but i dare anyone to try and classify the nose . however this is not what i expected to emit from an imperial stout bourbon barrel aged or not . grassy and woody are terms that also come to mind t good and even better as it warms . when this puppy pun intended warms a bit the bourbon notes start to flourish . m really good . poured a bit aggressively and let sit a few minutes the carbonation seemed just right . i certainly would n t recommend drinking this one straight from the bottle . glassware is in order for sure . o as i close in on my first bottle i am enjoying it more and more . i do taste the bourbon booze but only as it warms so i say that this is a sipper . i encourage everyone who has access to this libation to try it as it will challenge your palate . furthermore i would love to know just exactly what type brand of bourbon barrels they used as that might by dictating that curious nose . nothing on their website gives indication .,aroma,0.4,0
i was scared about this beer . it turns out i had nothing to worry about . the beer pours a small white head . cloudy unfiltered apricot in color . obvious smell of apricots but other fruits seemed present as well strawberry maybe . . . at best only slight lacing . very clean in mouth almost like a fruit juice not a beer with ish alcohol . in the finish you notice the hops but it s nicely balance with the fruity sweetness . not something i d want to drink a pack of but a great after dinner beer .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance the pour into my pilsner glass creates a . white head that recedes very slowly being fed by a rush of bubbles from the bottom . the beer is a pale golden color . smell typical light grainy sweetness associated with the style . considerable noble hop aroma . hints of grain wet canned dog food i swear and . well i ca n t get past the dog food . mouthfeel the carbonation is medium and smooth . kinda low actually but just a little . the body is on the slicker heavier side of the light range . taste pretty much the same as the nose though the dog food that i mentioned is less noticeable here . there s a sweetness of light grain that dominates with light noble hop flavors and just a touch of bitterness . drinkability easy to drink i guess but i do n t want to do so again given to me by a friend back home who gets hooked up with beers from the distributor . there is a best by date of april printed on the reverse label .,aroma,0.4,0
awww come on its not that bad . caveat this is a hot weather beer . so what i say is with respect to the idea that its hot out and one has had a long day . i live in southern ca . when i am out in the desert after a hard day of riding shooting blowing stuff up and other usual desert shit i can not think of a sweater sound than the crack of a millar lite really . but if i were revireing this beer with respect to all beers i am afraid it would suffer still think it has a pourpose and it does it well,aroma,0.3,0
a dark brown and clear the liquid portion is very much like coca cola in appearance with a fine beige head s some citrus hops peak out in the aroma but not as strongly as i was expecting given some reports t clean and aggressive hop character is there but completely overwhelmed by oxidation in the sample i am tasting . there is no freshness date on the oz brown bottle this was a relatively new addition to package store i bought it from and i know this store typically handles it s stock with reasonable care . this sample is not light struck but i believe it is heavily oxidized resulting in a tongue coating wet cardboard that overwhelms the flavor and dominates the aftertaste before becoming filmy and soapy . the brewery has n t been open long just a few months so it ca n t be too old which suggests to me they have a packaging problem to work out . d this is definitely a drain pour i am afraid . i was looking forward to trying some three heads beers since they are relatively local to me and relatively new . i will try again and re review .,aroma,0.8,1
a these russian river beers are presented so well in their heavy corked bottles then poured into the glass those shimmery tiny bubbles get me everytime . tight dense white head that thins to a layer about bubbles thick yellow orange opaque body that seems to glow just perfect looking in every way . s did n t get a whole lot here . i smell the usual woody notes and spices and another smell that i always associate with canned peaches . smells good but you ve really got to concentrate aerate and inhale deeply to identify specifics . t absoloutely delicious . this is a fantastic tasting beer as expected by rr . it s easy to see that they really really know what they are doing . i get a little bit of up front but light hops tangerine like tang and malt . not much sweetness going on which i think i might have been looking for more of . personally i think a little more sugar would have made it a for me . given the style i do n t know if they really could have done much better . m all of rr s beers have a perfect mouthfeel . their carbonation style is my favorite and the viscosity is just right . not too thin but not too heavy . this is a hot day beer if you ask me . d as good as can be for a beer with . abv .,aroma,0.7,1
the mystery beer in my joe s garage variety pack poured a deep brown with dark near crimson hue when held up to the light with a large finger mocha colored head.perfect for me aroma wise its american big on the fruity piney hop mixed with chocolate and earth just fantastic love the big hop profile.the same goes for the flavors big piney drier hop profile intertwined with bitter chocolate with a earthy raw nut lingering finish.a little prickly on the mouth but nothing to take away from the great flavors of the beer damn i wish there more porters like this it is the most hoppedup version i think i have had to date .,aroma,1.0,1
a very hazy dark orange color only a few bubbles . s citrus spices wheat and a subtle amount of blackberry aroma . t just enough blackberry it s not too much and not too little . m very sessionable perfect for a hot summer day . o a very nice offering from sam adams the wheat and blackberry flavor are just right .,aroma,0.6,1
looks like cokeacola in my pint glass . the off white bubbly head dissapeared quickly . lots of sweet malt in the nose with a nutty metalic whisp as well . this tastes huge and as i glance over i realize this is . alc . it s a maybe i should have let this sit an extra years . i get unmistakable barley wine traits here big malt lots of alcohol raisins chocolate coffee like bitterness on the edge and a lot of warmth and burnt wood on the end . this leaves a slime trail going down the back of my throat and all pounds of that big ass beer lingers eternally on my palate . i d like to try one aged for a few years where the burn of the alcohol has mellowed some .,aroma,0.6,1
pours an amber with a healthy cream head with lacing smell of cotton candy apple fresh tropical fruit and belgian yeast . taste of a nice caramel belgian yeast with lots of fruit . first off cotton candy hits your taste buds along with apples tropical fruit think hawaiian punch and strawberries . really the yeast has done some good work on this beer . only really heard about it from a local who said he drank a pitcher by himself one night and it did him in pretty well . despite the slightly dirty and or stale tap lines at tapwerks this one was actually still very good and either tasted fresh or was able to withstand the tap lines because of the higher abv . light carbonation and a medium to thick mouthfeel . definitely worth another visit next time i am in the area .,aroma,1.0,1
i poured this oz . bottle into a nonic pint glass . a clear dark mahogany tan rocky head has above average retention and good lacing . unfortunately it goes downhill fast from here . s cheesy funky a little like spoiled milk underneath there is just a hint of sweet malt . i have nosed cheesy spoiled milk aromas in other porters but they have been accompanied by other more pleasing aromas . this porter is all cheese and no payoff . t semi sweet mild coffee chocolate note up front quickly followed by that cheesy off note there is a earthy fruity flash right before a smoky finish . not horrible but not well integrated . m medium to light weight somewhat watery at times the carbonation is adequate somewhat mineral like in the finish . d there are so many good porters out there i would not waste my time with this one . i m glad that i got this in the sampler pack so i can pawn off the other one to one of my unsuspecting friends .,aroma,0.4,0
served in oz glass a nearly opaque . brownish black . superb example of imperial coffee stout . excellent balance of tastes with clear presence of coffee malt and hops and with both sweet and bitter components . highly complex and dynamic flavors . subtle chocolate flavor . exceptionally smooth both while drinking and in finish . s aroma is much lighter and softer than expected for such a highly flavorful brew . primary aroma malty roasted coffee excellent nearly the best stout i ve ever had but bested by founders csb,aroma,0.7,1
freshness date a pours brown with a big foamy tan head . s aromas of sweet malt and raisins t chocolatey with some dry malt undertones . m smooth and creamy due in part to a very thick head . d this is probably the best baltic that i ve had so far . very smooth and tasty and at . a bottle an excellent value .,aroma,0.6,1
a cloudy yellow bubbly very little head no lacing s smelled like a pilsner way to trow my taste buds off . t very subtle citrus very light tasting wheat beer m very light carbonated but not too much o very light witbier overall tasty but not overwhelming,aroma,0.3,0
appearance poured into a tulip from an uncommonly hard bottle to open . the beer is a nice rich ruby color that is slightly cloudy . off white head is two fingers thick with ok retention . smell the highlight of this beer . beautiful clean aroma of light fruits with a backbone of belgian yeast and a moderate citrus hint . digging deeper a strawberry aroma . arises but that may just be my head playing tricks . taste pleasant and surprisingly light flavor over a medium bodied and moderately carbonated brew . taste is fruity with a slightly malty midpalate and easty finish . nothing special but a nice beer nonetheless .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance clear golden yellow with a head . decent lacing develops during the session . smell light malt sweetness is so soft it is almost hard to detect . taste light malt profile with some hints of lemon zest and grass . refreshing on the palette . mouthfeel lighter in body . crisp from start to finish with a clean aftertaste . drinkability super easy to drink beer that i found going down fast . nice overall flavor provides enough interest to have a few when you do n t want hop or malt bomb .,aroma,0.6,1
a nice hazy copper color with lots of carbonation activity little head retention s difficult to detect anything specific in the aroma t light sweetness and some roastiness m good mouthfeel to start but loses it quickly medium smooth body good carbonation to start d this beer started off pretty well with aforementioned charactetistics but lost its form too quickly . i d enjoy another if i drank it much faster than i d like,aroma,0.4,0
tasted in a brandy glass about half full at a time to concentrate flavors . very fresh bottle says it was bottled on april th about weeks ago . tasting it alongside my old favorite dunkel aventinus for comparison purposes . very pretty glowing amber beer nice head large bubbles at the bottom of the glass . almost no aroma at all which does n t seem right for this style at all . flavor is a little better but seems kinda flabby for the style . some tangy notes heffweizzen notes but they are pretty subtle . if you really try you can pick up the clove notes not really bananas though but you should n t have to try this hard . some wheat bready notes . nice mouthfeel . fairly high carbonation . reasonably drinkable . maybe i m spoiled and would like it better if i was n t drinking aventinus on the same night but i must say that a bomber on sale seems high for this beer . i expect a lot more of a flavor punch from a dunkel heffeweizen .,aroma,0.6,1
a little hot but goes down very easy for an percent beer . if you like the the dogfish bitches brew this is kinda like a bitches brew on steroids . complex roasty flavor with a distinct touch of honey . unique and enjoyable but not for the feint of heart .,aroma,0.6,1
think it s only fair to mention upfront that this is not my favorite style ipa . i m a west coast boy born and bred . that being said i think this beer is pretty lousy . no focus no nucleus almost void of good flavor . it might be an alright companion for fried rice or a cigarette but on it s own it s unbalanced not infected yet oddly sour way hot for and really downright hard to drink . looks ok i guess . absolutely no lacing or head retention . smells pretty good . a little cloyingly sweet but some pleasant marmalade and blossom notes . tastes pretty bad . upfront there is a brief pleasurable moment a slight pop of oranges peaches and honeysuckle . this quickly disolves into an awful mess of alcohol sourness and faint floral hop bitterness . as soon as i finish typing this i m pouring the last few ounces down the drain . i ve kept sipping to review and as i sip more i want to lower my scores even further . horrible mouthfeel . draintime .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance clear straw yellow with a small fluffy white head and very active carbonation . smell lemons pound cake lemon bar pepper and cloves . i never smelt anything like this in a beer . taste lemons orange yeasty like a lemon pound cake . mouthfeel very light and refreshing .,aroma,1.0,1
tried on tap at the saucer as i missed it at the brewer s fest . an interesting beer . not much stand out except the aroma which easily carried around the entire table . it is obviously blueberry and a honey element too . if the aroma carried over further into the taste it too would receive higher marks . however the taste was too sweet without discernible hop bitterness . give it a shot if you can find it but do n t waste time seeking it out exclusively .,aroma,0.9,1
great looking in appearance . bold and dark fairly thick absolutely massive tan head with great retention and intricate lacing . smell leaves a bit to be desired smells mostly of a big barrel aged beer which is strange since this was not aged in bourbon or anything like that . only way to describe this beer s flavor is wild ale meets stout . it s hardly an imperial stout per se more like a sour stout that happens to have a high abv . first thing you notice definitely tastes oak aged . jp you expect that . but then the funkiness hits you . woah sour . holy sour yeast strains . it basically tastes like a dark wild ale . not very roasty at all . it s less dry than both most imperial stouts and wild ales i ve tasted almost like a funky belgian dark . i m really not getting much stout characteristic off this one at all . it s a bit chalky maybe a tiny bit roasty but that is it . the lingering flavor on the palate is definitely a slight sourness . while the taste is pretty far out there for me the mouthfeel gets high ratings because so much is going on it keeps my palate involved on many different levels . appropriately carbonated appropriately complex . lighter in body than a typical stout medium body overall . drinkability hits because this is a definite sipper . no getting out of control on this one . bottom line is do n t go in expecting a typical imperial stout . you will be disappointed . if you want to try an interesting wild ale hybrid with some nice complexity and barrel aging it is definitely worth a taste . but the price combined with the out thereness of it wo n t make me a repeat offender .,aroma,0.6,1
first beer of the deconstructed series ca n t say enough how much of an awesome idea this is . here goes the zeus . . pours a nice copper color tons of foamy head . nice floral aroma . taste is like a straight up pine cone in your mouth medium mouthfeel . awesome lacing down the glass . the disappointing part for me here is the taste does n t follow through . after a nice strong bitterness up front the aftertaste leaves much to be desired . very strong on the front end but very weak at the back end . could definitely use more of a backbone but a solid tasting beer ca n t wait to try the others .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a nice golden orange color with one finger of light creamy white head . scent of sweet fruit juicy hops caramel malts cotton candy yeast and a faint funkiness . there is a lot to this scent but it is surprisingly balanced pungent sweetness and hops with subtle funk . taste of sugars hops and grain start some candy flavors and funk come in leading into a finish of hops earth and some alcohol . good stuff but it s a shame it does n t match the glorious scent . mouthfeel is medium bodied and smooth but a bit watery .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into my surly darkness goblet . a almost totally opaque thin tan head that generates late and dissipates quickly not much lacing s smells like a campfire is the best way to put it some light hops and malt but mostly that charcoal mesquite wow t again the campfire but a little more subdued some chocolate notes in the middle with a hop bitterness in the back that mixes with the rough almost metallic charcoal character m pretty thick coats the entire mouth and stays with you for a while d a true sipper amazing for the style but it s so intense i had a little trouble finishing the bottle one would be enough for me for quite a while,aroma,1.0,1
pours beautiful orange to copper color with very think and bready head . nose offers delightful citrus sharp grapefruit juice apricot and a pleasant wet lawn grassy component . palate is very dry with the hop presence herbal and mouth puckering on the finish . aftertaste is spicy and chalky like an altoid breath mint . not a lot of balance here .,aroma,0.9,1
st amendment ipa appearance a deep bronze in color with a sticky creamy head that provides alot of lacing on the glass . smell a very fruity nose that boasts hints of tropical fruit citrus and strawberry . bready malt is also apparent in the aroma . taste well balanced flavors . roasted malt and some bitter hops . malt is nutty and really compliments the citrus rind quality of the hops . i get some fruit too bordering on strawberry and mango as odd as it seems the yeast malt interaction is profound . mouthfeel drinkability this one goes down oh so smooth and is medium to full bodied for an ipa . i could easily make a night of drinking this beer it is quite excellent .,aroma,1.0,1
now let me start this by saying i can understand how people think this stuff is piss . however i am a big fan of light beers like this especially on hot summer days nights . so here we go . i like the way these beers look in the longneck bottle . throw a lime slice in there you have to otherwise the beer itself tastes like turd the lime slice makes the beer and i feel like i m on vacation . supposedly the lime slice originates to mexico . they did it as a way to keep flies away but that is according to an idiot drunk i know so who can be sure . smell this stuff smells like not much which is fine with me . just like any other light colored beer . until you put the lime in . then it smells nice and refreshing . like a lime . go figure . taste without lime bland crap . with lime tastes like a fermented citrusy sparkling water from somewhere good . if strong taste is your thing you probably hate this crap . sometimes especially in hot weather i want to drink something cool light and refreshing . this is the ticket if you ask me . mouthfeel kinda like water . very thin very carbonated and sparkling . pretty good in my book . drinkability i can go all night on these things baby . you can plow through these one after another unphased . it goes down like water for me . mmm mmm . i m all for supporting the little guy and independent companies but when it comes to a really light refreshing beer i have n t found anything that compares to one of these . i ll keep looking .,aroma,0.6,1
it s easy to drink and it s very good on a hot day . not the best beer around but certaintly not the worse . no smell or much of a flavour and is a light caramel colour . comes in smaller than normal size bottles . the bottles are clear and it might be better if they were in a darker colour bottle green or brown .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours very pale almost a golden straw color . crystal clear . starts off with about and inch of head that dwindles to a fine lace that lingers all the way down the sides until your glass is empty . smell citrus and flowers . the nose is impressive . easily the most enjoyable part of drinking this beer . taste not much taste comes through except hops hops and more hops . this is to be expected as they advertise this beer as being brewed all five noble hops from bavaria . the finish is very long with only the vaguest hint of malt . mouthfeel very disappointing . a bit thin at first but rides out on the hops . the water used to brew seems a bit hard considering the style . overall the more often i drink this beer the less i enjoy it . very refreshing after the winter warmer season though . the water really is too hard for such a light colored beer . on the whole i expect to buy another six pack or two before the season ends .,aroma,0.9,1
my buddy picked me up a mixer of ng beer the other day what a good friend . poured from the bottle semi rigorously producing about an inch of white frothy head . settling to a thick whipped collar and a nice cap . color is a pale burnt brown hazy but semi transparent . lace leaves thin slick coverage long legs . aroma is malty with breads and burnt sugars . semi sweet with a leafy laid back hop presence as well as a small touch of dark fruit . taste is also fairly malty mild cereal grains and some of that dark fruit with very mild leafy hops . it seems a little watered down though in flavor and feel is overly assertive in carbonation . thin feeling really and extra crisp with prickly carbonation . a good sessioner but not something i d seek out . i did n t care for it but my roommates gf said its good for girls and she really likes it .,aroma,0.8,1
been seeing alot of threads lately talking about pumkin ales marzens and octoberfest beers . all that talks made me want to have one . i pulled out and chilled a pumpking . poured into a claret . appearance dark orange body with some haze . the head barely even got to a centimeter . light head around the outside of the glass that dissipated immediately . big carbonation bubbles on the outside of the glass . decent lacing remains . smell pumpkin pie filling . whenever you make a pumpkin pie and use the canned pie mix and you open the can is the same aroma you get with this beer . some booze is mixed in as well . taste bready malts with alot of clove pepper and pumpkin spices . some light hops . alcohol is really coming through and has that burn on the way down . kind of messy in my opinion . the components are there but not really too my liking . mouthfeel medium bodied kind of watery . some alcohol burn . carbonation is high . overall something might be wrong here . i ve heard good things about this beer and was looking forward to it but it was just messy . is it not good because it s a year old . did i get a bad bottle . not sure but i do n t think i can finish this bomber . very dissipointed .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a ounce bottle bottled on into an imperial pint glass . appearance a dark copper color with a small head but nice lacing and retention . smell smells absolutely wonderful . bitter hops with a hint of sweetness . taste pretty damn good . it goes down hoppy and bitter just like a good ipa should . however some sweet malts and fruits go just a little bit too far . i m all for a balanced ipa but this winds up just a little bit too far into the realm of sweetness . mouthfeel feels a bit too thick with all the hoppy goodness going on . drinkability it s a bit too sweet to drink too much . it does hide its alcohol well but the sweetness was n t something i was expecting from a beer hopped for minutes . this is a very good ipa but not my favourite . it s actually a very approachable ipa and would be a good choice for people who find ipas a bit too bitter .,aroma,1.0,1
not offensive but absolutely nothing special . being in a can does n t help . sweet corn nose makes you think it has something to offer but the taste is watery and plain . somewhat bitter aftertaste but that has more to do with the lack of taste to begin with than any appreciable hop bitterness . not as bad as the macros but fairly close .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks to scott for this bottle . a amber color with smallish head . s strong hoppy aroma with a light medium roast malt . t soapy thin dry malt faulty funky bitter finish . m overcarbonated and thin . d this beer was a let down after starting out with such a promising nose . suginoya brewery is at almost every brewery and i look forward to trying their other wares but will pass on their amber ale .,aroma,0.8,1
courtesy of phillyswear . thanks again for sharing . app bright ruby with no head . some white foam and or lacing would have killed it . sm sweet cherries and a small amount of spice lurking in the background . ta tastes like it smells . the cherry is just so vibrant its amazing . the cinnamon is left lingering afterwards and really helps to cut the sweetness . dr pretty .sweet not sure if i could do a whole pint . ov find myself comparing this to belgian red and liking this more,aroma,0.6,1
a golden nearly opaque with a small white head s light wheat and a little citrus . not a whole lot of fragrance going on here t nice balance between the hops and malt . this is surprisingly sweet and great for a nice summer beer or a year round beer down here in florida m nice mouthfeel the sweetness is present throughout so i think it s part of that mouthfeel as well . not sickening just certainly present d love it and i drink it quite often .,aroma,0.6,1
this is an exceptional ipa and i am glad to see victory beers distributed in the san diego area thank you stone brewing . pours a deep amber with excellent head rentention and impressive lacing on my duvel tupil glass . smell is a beautiful bouquet of tangy citrus hops . now that s what i m talking about . the hop presense is definitely powerful but i also get a slight soapy aftertaste that i have found in other ipas but personally dislike . mouthfeel and drinkability are quite good but dancing with the devil is dangerous and should only be done times daily max . the abv will definitely sneek up on you with this ipa . i look forward to reviewing more beers from victory as i find them .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a very rich brown color but does not have a finger head that lasts more than a twenty seconds . s it smells like a sour old beer . t it tastes like a watered down iced coffee with a flavor of vanilla standing out towards the end . m the beer is very carbonated and needs some more thickness . d like most leinie s the beer is very easy to drink . very easy to drink .,aroma,0.4,0
i bought this beer in a pck at my grocery store . i drank it three different ways straight from the bottle out of a pilsner glass and out of the new samuel adams beer glass . this beer taste best out of a glass that has a laser etching that allows bubbles to form . there was little bubble retention in the pilsner glass which had no etching . the sam adams glass however managed to keep a layer of head the entire time . my first impression was this is a very refreshing and crisp beer . the aroma was not very strong however . there was a slight hint of hops but the overall taste was not very strong . it left very little aftertaste and was very easy to drink . overall i was not too impressed but would buy this beer again in the right situation . this beer was very drinkable . i would recommend this beer to anyone who wanted to stock their cooler with something refreshing and drink outside on a hot day .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks to freud for picking these up for me . comparative tasting with vintages . ml brown glass twist top bottle in cardboard tube with white tape across cap . vintage . appearance crystal clear with tiny bubbles and some creamy off white head but not much of it . color is a solid medium amber darker than the . nose much brighter than the with lots of zippy hops . caramel malt and new leather dominate the aromas . fresh figs dried dates and autumn leaves round things out . a little more simple but much more inviting than . palate bright and alive with some herbal hops and prickly alcohol right up front . flavors are somewhat thin like the but are not oxidized . simple caramelized cane sugar rawhide lime oil and toasted macadamia nut flavors . the flavor is cut off by sharp alcohol that makes the finish too hot and unpleasant . notes much better than the but still not an epic beer experience . the nose is phenomenal but the palate does not deliver . i think the real problem with both beers is that there is not enough malt body and not enough residual sugar to make these beers pleasurable . the increased alcohol in the is an improvement now they just need to up the rs and they should be all set . do n t think this one is going to improve with age past more months .,aroma,0.9,1
this is a fully flavoured ipa that has hop dominated character yet is fairly balanced . slightly hazy orangish gold it has a medium big off white head that slwoly shirnks to a lasting thin foamy top . it leaves some pretty good lace . the aroma is mostly citrusy hops primarily grapefruit in character with a little raisin and grape juice and a faint hint of bread crust underneath . the taste is better more complex and less grapefruity but still clearly dominated by citrusy hops . it has fairly strong citrus leaning to grapefruit hitting up front but immediately tempered with underlying slightly caramelly raisiny malty sweetness and an interesting yeasty quality making it sweeter before a somewhat bitter finish . it s full bodied in flavour and feel with quite a bit going on with a silky creamy feel .,aroma,0.6,1
poured in a english pint glass very dark balckish brew with ruby highlights the head was brown a faded rather quickly . nice bitter chocolate and roast malt aroma some earthy hop spiciness taste was black and roasted malt with loads of caramel to smooth a touch of pnw hops for balance but somewhat soapy in the swallow . it wasnt extreme just some thing was not quite kosher . medium body bordering on light i thought its a very drinkable beer and is probably incredible on tap,aroma,0.8,1
got this one from a colleague . his brother brought it back from colorado . i think i ve had their dark lager and it was okay . the bottle from which it was poured lacks a lot of the information i ve come to enjoy with my beers . a story of the name a mission statement of the brewery something to entertain me as i let my beer breath . this does n t have it . put simply the beer is the durango brewing company s wheat beer . no clever names here . just beer . the picture of the steam engine is pretty cool though . the smell lacks any character . it s hard to distinguish anything from the nose . the color is orangy . others seem to be describing it as yellow . i do n t see the yellow . maybe gold . not impressed with this . not a color i d expect with a wheat beer . next is the taste . not your typical wheat bear . non descript in fact . tastes like a watered down lager . i m not picking up any hints of spice . it s well balanced. a lack of hops makes it drinkable and enjoyable but it just does n t seem to fit the category .,aroma,0.4,0
deep mahogany body that looks more like a dark brown ale around the edges than a stout . no foam at all on the pour but a faint ring of larger bubbles gradually collects . i can smell a bit of malt sweetness as the beer sits on the table in front of me . lifting it to my nose i get more of a bourbon and peat note . alcohol malt caramel vanilla and smokiness intertwined . the initial sip is a bit edgy with almost a sour note on the finish . subsequent sips reveal more peat flavor almost like a wee heavy . the sweetness gradually builds but the smoke tinged malt remains . just enough bitterness to cleanse the palate . mouthfeel is smooth but not heavy . drinkability is ok but this is more of a nightcap than a session beer in my book . would drink it again but not sure it cracks my current or so beer rotation on the buy a case list .,aroma,0.8,1
attractive ml corked bottle . holy crap that cork was hell to get out . had to break down and use a corkscrew . but no matter im sure whats inside will be fantastic since i love sly fox and love quads uh . whats this . this murky flat dark lifeless brown liquid poured into my glass and even with an aggressive pour it produced hardly any head . the aroma instantly improved my mood . wonderful complexity . dark fruit alcohol plum rich malts yeast a little tawny port some light diacetyl and little bit of cola . the taste follows suit except with a nice woody flavor . but the mouthfeel kills it . it has a medium full body and a syrupy lifeless texture . again nice nose but overall this was a huge disappointment .,aroma,0.8,1
i have to admit to having a certain fondness for sleeman brews as they were one of the ones i started on when i was a young ba . i did n t realize at the time that i was n t supposed to and came to like them . i realize at this point with a imo more refined palate that this is mostly nostalgia . a pours a golden straw colour with a very shortlived head . s not much here . grassy smell with some and i say some yeasty type smells coming through . t bready not much hopiness to speak of slight malt flavouring . m typical of a beer but did get a little watery as the glass wore on . d honestly i could drink these baby s all day on a hot day but would probably thirst for a better tasting beer . i will probably still buy it when i ca n t think of what to buy as i often do with this and the original dark which is imo actually kinda nice . too pricy to be lawnmower beer .,aroma,0.4,0
feh . with all the hoopla around this beer i expected more . nice appearance brown and toasty looking with a decent head that held dents quite firmly . good aroma with all the roasty smell i ve come to expect from a schwarzbier with enough hops to remind one that this is n t an ale . but the taste . thin lifeless watery no body to speak of and no reason to have another . i bought this expecting more from the brewery that produces kapuziner .,aroma,0.7,1
a a dark amber color with medium lacing after the pour s aroma is fairly strong with a smell of sweet caramel . very pleasant aroma t a slight fruitiness with a hint of caramel . slight hoppiness intially good but after taste left something to be desired m slightly heavy definately not light . d not bad . could probably drink in a session . a half decent showing for a lager style . definately have had better but also had a lot worse .,aroma,0.9,1
a golden orange color thin but ample amount of head s this one actually filled the air with hop aroma no need to bother with putting your nose up to the glass although that reveals more detailed aromas . somewhat of a citrus smell but also pine notes . t initial sip was a bit bitter but what ipa is n t when starting a session . a sweeter ipa than the majority but sweet in a citrus like way . this is somewhat confusing because they use columbus and cascade hops which normally do n t put that taste off so strongly if at all . cascades definitely gave it a pine undertone . m smooth but bitter perfect amount of carbonation for an ipa . d good all around ipa very cheap too under for oz drank this while brewing a homebrew this past weekend .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dark brown color with lighter edges . head was plentiful and spongy . retention was short lived . i can see why they suggest drinking it ice cold and straight from the bottle . this smells awful . a mixture of metal stale malts and a burnt rye toast aroma . the taste is better but it s nothing good . really it s just so bland its painful . there s only the faintest hints of roasted malts and a hint of sweetness . this is like water . there s no substance nothing validating about the way it feels . i m so disappointed in this . regular guinness is n t spectacular but it s pleasant and drinkable despite it s giant stature . this just sucked . smelled awful tasted bland and nothing pleasurable about drinking it .,aroma,0.2,0
deep copper brown with good amount of off white head and lacings . aroma is some spice toffee . taste is complex toffee sweet malts with just enough bitter european hops to balance . easy bitter finish . mouthfeel is on the light side which helps make this a session beer for me . i had this from a bottle which was slightly larger than a oz . and smaller than a bomber . cost about us . if this was a bit less expensive i would drink a lot of this beer . well recommended . would really like to try the on tap version sometime .,aroma,0.6,1
a amber and remarkably clear . especially for an unfiltered beer . nice lingering head . halfway through my beer there was still head . s crisp aroma with strong malt presence and hints of flowery hoppiness . t bitter but not in the american sense . slight hints at the malt in very mild sweetness . m smooth . some bitterness on the roof and back of the mouth . d not so sure i could enjoy a full six pack in one sitting .,aroma,0.9,1
ap cloudy yellow brown . quickly diminished head but holds glass well ar beautiful cascade hops aroma . i m a sucker for that . t very hoppy strongly bitter finish f creamy and all encompassing d packs a punch a first but settles in nicely,aroma,0.9,1
a dark gold beer poured into a pint glass that initially formed a white head however this disappeared very quickly to leave little more than suds . a very pleasant and refreshing nose was dominated by hops with a citrus zest and a good hint of orange peel . one of the most refreshing smelling beers i have ever sampled . this theme of hops and orange continue their domination through to the taste with a slightly after taste of spices . however the body of the beer let it down very watery no head retention this very quickly started to remind me of lager . too much so to be anything more than a thirst quencher however i would go for something else personally .,aroma,0.9,1
a beautiful deep amber color too dark for a pale ale too light for a dark ale . small foamy head nice carbonation . s belgian yeast a bit of smokey ground spice and something almost honeylike . t some acidity clove like yeastiness and a bit of vanilla . very interesting not much malt or hops and a very clean finish . m so nice starts deep wtih body goes through the carbonation and finishes dry . a perfect sip of belgian beer . d very drinkable especially for the style and abv . i love regenboog beers so much they really know what they re doing with flavorings .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this beer poured from a bottle into a pint glass . a the beer pours a darker color than golden with a small white head and okay lacing . s the smell is very strongly grapefruited . t wow a very potent hop flavor . just like the grapefruit in the smell this is by far the most hop flavored beer i have had . the bitterness is actually quite light . m crisp pretty light and slightly dryish . d a really nice beer . a top beer . not in my book but still something i will re visit .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a golden orange . just a thin white crust around the edge of the glass . maybe a few laces of foam . smells like flowers a bit of spicey . cloves . . maybe a hint of the tropics . kind of like . pineapple husks . kind of pleasant actually . certainly different . taste is unfortunately kind of a bit of a trainwreck of shit . sickly sweet metallic sweetness . an undercurrent of perfumed spices . flat . egads . what is that horrid spice aftertaste . so . awful . i m going to have to drainpour of this bottle . these guys just need to make eric s ale and la folie full time .,aroma,0.7,1
murky medium brown appearance with orangey highlights the last glass is so choked with yeast it looks like chocolate milk . large flat topped head of over an inch in height on a fairly careful pour . laces in small patches on the glass . distinct musk yeast and a poultry farm aroma some uric acid senses . mouthfeel is light carbonation is plenty ample and prickly . sharp flavors very general roasted and mild pepper sense phenolic with reminders of pure gum turpentine . fruit tones seem to lean in an apricot direction . any cocoa seems to be detected late but its very muted at best later glasses take on a husky nutty body another reminder that many beers have stages of development . light and airy finish that blends really well with the aroma that distinctive quality that brings many fantome beers into the home stretch . i enjoyed this one quite a bit .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pint glass . a pristine medium golden with a bright bubbly white head . head retention low reduced to sparse bubbles . s slight appley aroma . no strong malt or hop aromas . t initial slight malt heartiness with light noble hop flavor . followed by an almost imperceptible bitterness . finishes dry and clean . m light body moderate carbonation . not very present on the palate . crisp . d drinkable in that it s very easy to drink . however this one does n t make me want to come back for more .,aroma,0.4,0
a an olive tinted yellow . head is short and light quickly dissapearing . s very neutral dank smell . reminds me of socks you find on the floor they probably were n t worn but they aint clean anymore . t taste is all grain and slightly sugary . m carbination is sharp and does n t blend well with the taste . the beer does n t coat the mouth well only the tongue . d this certainly is n t the worst you could do for a light beer the taste is more distinct than many but the sharp carbination and bad smell are big negatives .,aroma,0.2,0
brown bomber gt pint glass a pours a ruby red deep brown . large bubbly off white head . ok head retention with nice lacing all the way down . s malty and very sweet . hints of mocha are mixed in . a pleasant aroma for sure . t m malty with a creamy mostly smooth feel . the ale in it brings a hop bitterness while the porter in it brings that smooth malty goodness . the finish is sweet and surprisingly clean . o i m very pleased with this brew . i ve never had a black and tan that was n t mixed from two taps . bbc makes only good beer and i would n t mind drinking this one again . cheers . .,aroma,0.6,1
the beer is dark black brown its consistency must be described as stout . the foam is brown grey medium thick and almost as soft as one would expect from a nitro can beer although there is no nitro in this bottle . the foam disappears after a short while . the smell . like a full coffee roasting business . besides the smell of french roast coffee there are traces of smoke cocoa powder and roasted malt . heavy stuff . the carbon dioxide is surprisingly strong but the small bubbles decreases at once . the result is a little strange as the carbon dioxide first explodes in the mouth then its just gone . the taste is really potent it is full bodied dry with tones of black coffee and plain bitter chocolate . there is also a touch of black treacle . then the aftertaste is dry roasted with notes of malt coffee and some bitter almonds . the high percentage of alcohol is skilfully hidden i can not say that the smell or taste revealed any hints of . abv . but the alcohol made the beer a bit . hard to drink . the only way i could describe the feel is a resistance in my throat to swallow more than small sips . the cl bottle took me almost two and a half hour to drink . once again the small slottkllans brewery has proven to be very capable in their craft although this beer simply was too much for my personal taste . i am impressed .,aroma,0.9,1
had this on draft at flying saucer charlotte . it was recommended by one of the goddesses . they really are goddesses by the way . she told me if i was a fan of skull coast i could n t pass this one up . thank goddesses that i followed her advice . wonderful aroma . it s fantastic . the taste is light and airy . i felt like i could have been in one of those yellowfuzzybeer commercials where a cool wind blew over me . overall i m a sucker for anything skull coast and this is my new favorite summer beer .,aroma,1.0,1
with the cartoon guy on the label and the hokey catchphrases contents hops hops and more hops . i was skeptical . poured into standard pub glass at about f. wow . surprisingly light in color . straw colored . clear . little carbonation . good head forms immediately . i do n t know if it is just me but i do n t get much of a smell from this stuff . very faint hops . . i taste the bitter hops on the back of my tongue but it just seems like this needs some balance . the . abv seems pretty well masked . i can taste the alcohol but not like you would think . to be completely fair i let it warm up to f or so and taste some more . .not much difference . overall this stuff is decent . i would gladly drink another but not sure i will go out of my way to get it .,aroma,0.4,0
batch no brygget brewed . best before a a great looking pour . pitch black dark brown head that eventually fades to a complete lacing across the top of the beer . oz pour into a founders tulip . sticks well to the side when swirled . it appears to be a magnificent stout . s rubbing alcohol mixed with scotch . as it settles i start to get a permanent marker odor instead of the previously noted aroma . sharpie is seriously what i smell in passing . i suppose than another interpretation could be scotch mixed with smoke but i ll stick with sharpie . poor aroma . t smoke the whole way through especially at the end and on the tongue . the thickness helps the flavor stick around . i ca n t decide if i really like this or think it is sub par after my nd sip . it tastes a lot like dark roasted malts turning almost immediately into a smokey stout . i think if i preferred smoked stouts this beer would be magnificent . i actually do n t like smoked stouts but i refuse to dock the beer due to my personal preference here . i am bumping the score due to balance . i will admit there is a great amount of balance throughout each sip i take . the further i get into my pour the better the taste gets . i begin to get the subtle burnt wood instead of just smoke . further down the glass i start to find a small amount of sweetness that was otherwise hidden . i think this helps keep everything together . it really helps the drinkability . m great body great texture . i think this is what a stout should consist of . .no real complaints here . o even for a smokey beer i actually think i will enjoy the rest of this bottle . the body mouthfeel are beautiful . flavor gets better as the sips continue . however it still smells like a sharpie . i would split a bottle of this in the future instead of opening it without company . i think if i smoked cigars this beer would be perfect . if i d known ahead of time that it would taste exactly like this i would ve split this and two cigars with my neighbor .,aroma,0.3,0
a solid black perhaps a bit of purple head dissipates quickly s grape barleywine roasted or carmelized malt t wow powerful start it s very fresh tasting coffee is evident but one must wonder what kind of coffee was used overroasted is my guess i loved the taste at first but then it got old quickly it s overly tinny metallic and the coffee is not refined m average i bought it as a single and it s well worth that investment . but a six pack . nope .,aroma,0.8,1
i have seen packs of this stuff sitting the the shelf for months and had no idea this was a limited quantity batch when i bought it had a tough time finding this beer without knowing the brewery name . now i know why it has a layer of dust on the bottles and why i had never heard of this brewery before . this beer pours an opaque black with a small amount of off white head that fades pretty quickly . this is one of the sweeter smelling stouts that i have had . its got a milk chocolate backbone along with some other sweet fruity notes . it smells rather sugary and sweet for a stout but i like that . beyond a pour and a couple good whiffs this beer goes downhill fast this beer is extremely watery and not rich like the smell would suggest . tastes watered down and is extremely thin . there is an ever so slight hint of roasted coffee but its almost not even there . its just bland and unsatisfying . i was amazed with how thin and watery this stout was . its watered down characteristics make it totally drinkable but this it not anything like the blackout stout i was expecting . this beer is far from getting drained though its definitely drinkable but not a good stout not even close .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pours an opaque black with brown tinges at the edges . no head whatsoever . clings to the glass when swirled . smell the alcohol is very evident a sweet syrupy smell and raisins are the only other aromas i pick out . taste the flavor profile is dominated by raisins and syrup with warming alcohol in the finish . it s like drinking raisin syrup . mouthfeel thick and syrupy . no evident carbonation . drinkability very difficult to drink . overall one dimensional and cloyingly sweet .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a le cheval blanc pint glass . pours a hazy amber with a two fingered light tan head that is slow to drop . some lacing evident . aromas of caramel and toffee malt a bit grainy low hop aroma a bit earthy . flavors of tart lactic sourness with a hint of bitter on the back end . infected . a strong astringency flows late in the fade . this is a mess . mouthfeel is light some puckering from the sourness and astringency . a bit of copper metalic mouthfeel as well . overall edging toward a drain pour . i do n t think i can finish this one . avoid .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a light somewhat cloudy yellow with some sediment and a thin bubbly head an active beer up front with the movement in the glass . the initial smell is awesome somewhat of a bubble gum and lemon mix . has a little juicy spicy taste with just a hint of tangy citrus feel left on the palate . a strong taste of fruity malt yeast and a very dry aftertaste the strong feel of hops comes on towards the finish of this one . well crafted i ll be in search for more hair of the dog brews .,aroma,0.9,1
this one has been sitting in my fridge for far too long . let s have a taste . thanks nick of threewisemen for hooking this up . appearance poured into a pint glass . a light orange amber color with a soapy off white head . perfectly clear . looks like a decent beer to drink . smell this is how all ipas should smell . earthy weedy hoppy piney . huge grapefruit backing it up . a real west coast ipa . love it . taste like eating a grapefruit peel . in a good way . it s like . it s like waking up in the morning to the smell of fresh cut grass . not for the faint of heart hop haters but awesome for hop lovers . definitely interesting with tropical fruit hints in this one . mouthfeel deliciously crisp and oily . definitely a refreshing beer to throw around in your mouth . drinkability most definitely a very drinkable ipa . i just do n t know how much i could take . i love the hops in this one but it may seriously kill your taste buds after a few glasses .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at notf . reviewed from multiple pours . a clear pale straw body with a thin head of fine white foam . average . s intoxicating mixture of sour fruit both peach of course and oddly raspberries and green aromatic wood like sawdust from a live tree in springtime . unique and incredible . t starts out with peach then gets truly sour and funky with some great sappy sawdust coming through and finishes with some sweeter fruit and vanilla . great . m fairly light bodied with abundant soft carbonation . perfect for the style . d great balance of fruit and wood sweetness with buggy sourness . wonderful . i could easily drink a by myself it s so good i might not even want to share . notes i ve enjoyed everything i ve had from the woods series and this might top them all . it s got the superb drinkability of lady combined with a greater depth and complexity due to the fruit flavors . i m truly impressed and seriously hope that it sees distribution . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
the last of the bottles i brough back from belgium last spring . label says grand cru bruoscella lambic bio nothing about this business . bottled march . a pours almost identical to apple juice down to the head it leaves . just sort of bubbly on top . body is pale golden with very slow moving carbonation some of which is sticking to the glass . interesting look . bright . s soury . grapes . vinegar . apples . inviting and interesting tempting me with what seems will be a refreshing an interesting experience . having visited cantillon i can say this definately smells like the brewery . that smell will never leave my memory . t woah . like a sour bursting flavour that engulfs every tastebud . sour grapes . more tart than sour for sure . slightly bitter but mostly sour finish that i can almost feel in my nose . m regardless of the apparent lack of carbonation this is just explosive in the mouth . very dry finish . it wraps itself around every tastebud and explores every corner of my mouth and dares me to go back for more . quite an experience . d there would be no reason to want to drink something so unique . maybe it s the fact that this is the first lambic i ve reviewed but i ca n t help but feel like i need to visit belgium again . i could drink variations of this style or simply this beer throughout a night without a problem .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle thanks to greggerino . bottle number from march th bottling . pain in the ass to open due to the red wax on it . i have a in the cellar and it is not waxed at all . pulled the cork out and no pop . uh oh . no carbonation . pours a thick viscous black . again no carbonation . nose is weak chocolate figs and roasted barley . taste is not impressive . i was hoping for a huge ris and i was severely disappointed . it is thick nice mouthfeel points for that minus for no carbonation . chocolate on the palate roasty blah blah blah . basically if you like non carbonated stouts get it . if not dont . the is covered well but seems like this was a screw up to be honest . this would be really good if it was carbonated . reminds me of the sam adams triple boch when i had it a looong time ago .,aroma,0.8,1
a big white meringue head develops quickly leaving nice lace as it works its way down the pilsner glass over a crystal clear pale yellow water . a skunk walked by followed by a dirty skunk dragging wet cardboard . this is a bad omen . seriously this smells like a frat house the day after an all nighter . slight bitterness leads one to realize this is not filtered water . rather it is similar to light mass brewed american lagers and deserves to be consumed very cold thus killing all flavor that is present . the mouthfeel is thin and watery just not good . and where is that alcohol . looks simply do n t make for a good beer . maybe this was disrespected before i found it but why waste money to find out . even the drain tried to reject this one .,aroma,0.2,0
poured a ml bottle into a snifter . a pours golden brownish orange hazy appearance with a full rocky tightly beaded head and lacing . s unfortunately had a skunky aroma after awhile the skunkiness flashed off and left it with a refreshing citrus fruit and slightly floral aroma . t begins with a dried fruit cherry like flavor combines with earthiness then a clovy taste works its way in . ends with an earthy slightly mouth watering bitterness . a very refreshing flavor . after awhile an orange citrus flavor is present in the beginning . reminds me of a light tripel . m very fluffy and light adds to the refreshingness of the beer . d more drinkable than a tripel nice flavor complexity balanced with a light mouthfeel makes for a refreshing beer . i could enjoy a number of these . edit i was going to change my review because . seems awfully low for a beer this enjoyable . however i noticed that other reviewers noticed the skunkiness . it is unfortunate that the shippers and distributors are n t helping but neither is the green bottle . i let my scoring stand but if you can let the skunkiness flash off then this is a great beer well worth drinking .,aroma,0.4,0
a orange and a little cloudy with a beautiful white head . retention is good lacing is fantastic . s rice some roasted grain almost like a burnt rubber smell . maybe that s the hops . not too appetizing . t very bready this one wins as far as tasting like a slice of freshly baked bread . alcohol is subdued behind some frightfully flowery hops . this actually tastes very good . leaves a dandelion taste in the mouth after swallowing . m pretty slick and oily not clean at all . medium light bodied . carbonation good . very thirst quenching . d drinks wonderfully . would go well with a meal .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance no light getting through this one . this bomber uncapped without a peep of carbonation hmm . the pour makes a very conservative head even with a good bounce . a thin wispy cover a few dots and streaks on the glass . upon closer inspection of the bomber i notice a hairline crack in the glass . it looks like it must havve occurred at capping like the cap was crimped on too hard . feeling inside the neck it is totally smooth so i have no reservation about the safety of the beer but the carbonation is another thing . aroma roasted grain kind of woody a touch of coffee beans . fades to near obscurity as it settles . taste sweet chocolatey roasted malt . as expected this is nearly flat . gives the flavor full play but it does lose a step . the grains have a fine roasted flavor nuances of chocolate and coffee alongside that are tasty . a bit of balancing hops provide a bit of bitterness but not much . the finish is just lots of roastiness and a touch of abv warmth . lengthy aftertaste of bitter chocolate . mouthfeel the flatness certainly brings out the full smoothness of the beer i ll give it that . moderate weight to the body . drinkability while the carbonation is an issue the taste is the thing and this beer has that covered in spades . i ll go for another one if i can find it .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks hoppymeal for this one . small capped bottle aged at least one year poured into a snifter . nearly pitch black with only a faint reddish highlight on the very edge . thin tan head no retention or lacing . aroma is reasonably well balanced with some stout notes and just a hint of cherry tartness and bourbon . the flavor unfortunately gets completely out of hand and the coffee and chocolate just get buried under a barrage of cherries . you got ta love cherries because there is not much more left here . one of the few bells misses .,aroma,0.7,1
one of the beers i have had most in my life yet never got around to reviewing it . had on nitro tap at the halfway cafe in holbrook . dark as crud with a thick creamy head . cascading effect is as always a sight to behold . the smell is faint because of frigid serving temperature but yields a nice bitter coffee type aroma . the taste is surprisingly light when you consider the colour . bitter hops and rich malty chocolate flavour . the mouth feel is clean but a bit watery . finishes dry . i am not sure if i have ever had the foreign stout or extra draught but i look forward to their example because this one just does not do it for me compared to all the much more flavourful and stronger american stouts . give me a murphy s any day of the week over this .,aroma,0.4,0
lightly hazed orange with thin off white head . aroma is caramel malts fresh hop bouquet citrus . flavor is resiny oily a little pungent and a little tropical . actually pretty nice combination of hop flavors . the base is laid down by caramel biscuity malt . the more i sip the more i like this hop combination . very nice . solid feel to it and nicely drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at the brewpub . from notes . a poured a hazy dark gold with a one finger white head . good carbonation and good lacing left over with an ok film of retention . s mango pineapple yeast apple pear all present . yup this is citra . t booze with pineappple and pears . lingers with a boozy pineapple note . a little like sherry soaked pineapple chunks or something . the booze is a little strong especially when it warms up . m strong carbonation with a medium body and a sweet finish . o d aroma was lovely but the booze is a little rough . the citra also seems to overpower the tripel elements as well . good but the other elements could shine through if the hopping was toned down and the alcohol was masked better .,aroma,0.9,1
please excuse the typos in the following . i can not type worth a damn on my ipad . dm i have to admir that i am not a fan of the current mode of american ipas . i love that sn is making a wet hop harvest ale from harvests of both the northern and southern hemispheres . that said i really do n t feel that an ipa is the best vehicle for showcasing freshly harvested hops . on pouring this brew the air and your nose will be filled with wonderfully fruity spicy earthy hops especially thr american c hops . that is what i hope for from a good harvest ale . it is a beautiful beer as well as a wonderfully aromatic one . deep amber weathered copper color with a persistent blanket of rich off white foam . but the taste bursts the bubble for me . the beer enters with a wonderful malt caramel fresf hop flavor that promises perfection and immediately undermines itself with a big oily palate numbing hit of maga ibu bitterness . yuk . how can you rnjoy a beer s fresh flaviors and aromas when yur mouth is being assaulted as though you had just let the bitterest medicinal pill desolve on your tongue . i can not grade the beer down as much as i d like to because it is to style . it is ehat most knowledgeablew beer fans expect . all i can realy say is that i believe the beer wuld have been far superior with a boxcar ful of fresh wet late hops and just enough bitteringv to reach maybe ibus at most . i love allthe hope flavors and aromas but i feel gagged by the bitterness .,aroma,1.0,1
had this beer on tap at the brewhouse at logan airport in boston . it poured a clear amber orange body with a small white head . the nose of this beer is simply amazing . pure fresh cherries almost like a top notch but soft lambic . some light caramel and hops could be smelled as well but mostly fresh fresh soft cherries . the taste was light to medium bodied . a soft even carbonation . nice crisp earthy hop bitterness . the cherry flavor is present but it deffinatly takes a bit more of a backseat . a classic sort of row malt taste . light caramel tone but just very clean and malty . the whole time with this really fresh non syrupy but pure cherry tone . it ends with a slight touch of bitterness complimented by a soft cherry wtih almost dare i say a touch of pepper . i m a big fan of this beer and have had it in bottle on tap in different locations and even on tap at the brewery . the bottle is a little disapointing to be honest but on tap this beer is simply amazing . fresh cherries and soft clean crisp malt . an often overlooked and laughed at beer that just proves sam adams still makes damn good beer .,aroma,1.0,1
i appreciate this brewery s ingredient inventiveness and willingness to take risks resulting in tremendous beers such as cherry chernobyl and knuckle sandwich . unfortunately blackstrap porter is more a foot on the proverbial banana peel than a success story . appearance is promising . the rich dark chocolate color you d expect with a minimal top head and thick light brown lacing that sticks stubbornly to the glass before breaking up into thousands of tiny bubbles and dissolving . sadly this is the last nice comment i can muster for this beer . the nose is difficult to find . i had to jam my grill halfway down the mason jar how beer is served in their tasting room before catching a whiff of something musty . after sitting with that jar affixed to my face for several seconds i was convinced there was possibly something molasses like going on . as the beer grew warmer the scent of blackstrap was easier to pick up . the initial cold taste and feel were both thin . almost nothing happening here . at room temp the molasses flavor woke up slightly with a small top of ammonia . there s a bit more to say but i do n t like to waste too much time drinking or reviewing sub par brews . but that said i find myself grateful that this brewery takes an occasional risk paving the way to all the other tasty beverages i ve sampled from bootleggers .,aroma,0.3,0
oh damn so close to being an awesome beer . the finish well finishes this beer . a brownish orange with a medium head . beautiful aroma of ringwood butter earth spice and slight limey citrus . great . the flavor begins amazingly smooth earthy complex caramel with fruits and spice and medium body . wow . then it takes a total nosedive into astringent spicy emptiness . please sea dog either make this unfiltered bottle conditioned or both because that yeast needs to stay in there to smooth out that nasty finish . take a lesson from middle ages please . this would be a favorite of mine if the finish were corrected .,aroma,0.9,1
received a oz . por at rich o s . rich golden clear body that left a modest sheet of lace down the glass . smell was subdued and malty . fresh grainy . taste was rich yet easy to drink . vegetal . light in a good way . solid . mouthfeel was smooth with some finishing bite . dry and palate cleansing . very enjoyable . highly drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
wow appearances can be deceiving . poured as a stout tan blend that had nearly no head . definitely did n t look appetizing and the aromas were nearly bland save a touch of light hoppiness . but the taste was like a watered down guinness harp blend . watered down in a good way though you did n t get one or the other overpowering each other but rather they got along in harmony . definitely quite tasty and saves you the time of buying and mixing beers for a black tan when you can get this directly from the bottle . mouthfeel was average . no creaminess from the stout but also not perfectly clean crisp . somewhere in the middle between the two which can be expected . drinkability was amazing . i had finished off my beer without even realizing it and would ve drank several more for a session beer had i had them . definitely will search out more of these beers will be happy to get them in the saranac mixed packs .,aroma,0.4,0
decent german pils a clear golden color with a nice fluffly head that leaves great lacing s floral medicinal and metallic smells coming from this . also some wheaty pils malt t good pils wheat flavor dominates the off flavors and mixes well with the floral hops m light moderate body with some great carbonation d easy to drink and pairs well with food,aroma,0.6,1
knights head pale ale poured an amber color with little head . what head had formed was fizzy and vanished almost immediately . the smell had no hop nose in it whatsoever and had a slight chemical nose . the taste had a very subtle hop aftertaste but other than that it was dominated by preservatives . as a resident of eastern pa i was hoping or a good offering from this new brand name out of the lion but it is just more of the same . this beer had a thin mouthfeel with an acidic aftertaste making it not very drinkable . thankfully i only had one of these in my arsenal or i would probably use it to fertilize my lawn .,aroma,0.2,0
stoudt s fat dog passes muster as a rock solid oatmeal stout on of the senses looks good tastes good feels good suppose i give it the benefit of that it sounds good . it s the th sense smell where the trouble is for me . fat dog had a hard to place rotting cheese aroma that accompanied the brew . quite off putting even interfered with the taste with clothespin applied to nose i m confident the taste score could be a full point higher . would be willing to try again perhaps something off with the bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
the first thing that i noticed when i got this beer was not only the nice bottle that it came in but the aroma when you open it . it smells of oranges and id say a hint of pineapple . not overly fruity when you drink it its a beer that you would drink when you just want to sit down and have something really good . not meant for drinking in excess a conoseurs beer .,aroma,1.0,1
at abv you d expect this beer would taste like anitfreeze or paint thinner no i ve never tried either but alas there is a pleasant surprise . i am not a big beer drinker tending to stay in the range . i would think if i did n t know that this beer was about abv it s that smooth . the taste was good not overpowered by the alcohol but the smell was alot like . antifreeze or paint thinner . fair mouthfeel and good sippability since this is not a beer to pound down . if you re a big beer person you ll enjoy this one .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a deep bronze copper rust colour . slightly hazy . giant creamy tan coloured head lasts forever right to the end of the beer . leaves tons of lacing giant crazy sheets . next to nitro tap guinness this is the greatest lacing i ve ever seen . smell is huge malty passionfuit pineapple mango candy . sharp spicy fragrant floral hops lurk in the background . quite a nice choice of fragrance hops . flavour is also quite big on malt . caramel wild berry like flavours and a bit of cocoa . unfortunately this is all punctuated by a sour spicy flavour . it clashes with the malt in unnatractive manner . flavouring and bittering hops are awfully weak finishes with a wussy hoppiness . mouthfeel is nice . medium bodied but not mouth coating . finishes with a creamy sensation . ca n t really laud the drinkability of this beer . looks and smells phenomenal . taste i just ca n t wrap my tongue around it .,aroma,0.9,1
had this during the poker game last night . poured a deep brown almost black color with plenty of tan head and lacing . smelled very malty with a little pinch of hops . tasted malty and sweet with caramel and toffee undertones and a roasty finish . very very smooth . this is easily my favorite lager thus far and i could drink a bunch of em .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle to tulip . a loud pop upon uncapping . a light brown head rises to fingers with a texture transforming from compact foam to bubble bath . the head fills with pockets of air as the larger bubbles pop and temporarily increases the rate of deflation . the length of retention overall is above average however . the body is really dark brown almost completely opaque and reveals some deep amber tints only when held to light . small light colored flecks of sediment can be seen at the bottom of the glass . s flesh of cherry white grape strawberry red currants and sherry vinegar . light earth and must followed by oaky impressions . some dark malts come through as well . this beer is nothing like a farmhouse . t overly sweet and very tangy with strong acidic notes of vinegar . increasingly fruit forward displaying qualities of each fruit previosuly noted in the aroma . resembles a flanders more than a farmhouse . m light bodied with aggressive carbonation and a mouth puckering quality . d the aroma was the only really likeable characteristic of this beer . a far cry from a farmhouse and a pretty big miss from one of my favorite breweries . life goes on .,aroma,0.8,1
pitch black with a mocha head that was extremely dense and produced lots of fine lacing . good retention . light roasty aroma with a hint of coffee milk chocolate and mild vanilla . very nice . the flavour started with lots of roast moved on to malty sweetness and vanilla then finished with hop bitterness in the medium length finish . initially the flavour was fairly assertive but it fades somewhat by the finish . the body was a little on the thin side but is remained quite drinkable . a bit fuller flavour throughout would really make this one stand out from the crowd .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a ml bottle that has been cellared for over a year . best before date is before end of . poured into a westmalle chalice . after pouring carefully into the glass as the bottle instructed i still got a very nice one and a half inch frothy white head and no floating yeast particles that other people have noticed be careful after your first pour that you do n t tilt it to the upright position too quickly . else this will disturb the yeast at the bottom and you ll get particles on subsequent pours . the color was a beautiful transparent golden color . the initial appearance coupled with the smell which was pretty light was very unintimidating . that is until you bring it to your lips . wow . a lot of taste . it threw me completely off guard . very spicy at first peppers coriander and a touch of cinnamon and mustard . then some subtle herbal aftertones of marjoram and tarragon leaves subtle herbs . nothing strong like oregano or basil . somewhere in there you can pick up on some malt flavors but they do n t last too long . by the way this beer leaves some of the most interesting and exquisite lacing i have ever seen . very nice . the mouthfeel is pretty carbonated . you may feel a little gassy and bloated after this one . do n t want to be drinking this one with the queen of england . if you can get away with burping the carbonation out it s pretty drinkable but beware of the abv . it s not very noticeable . one final piece of advice be very careful with food pairings on this beer . pair it with something light or you ll miss out on all of the subtleties it offers .,aroma,0.6,1
i bought this because i liked the bottle . is that a good reason . i do n t know . my point is i did n t really have many expectations . but i liked the taste . it s nicely bitter not overly . and the smell especially is something i m down with its a little fruity . the beer is a little cloudy and leaves a slightly bitter aftertaste . i was expecting something so bitter i would n t be able to finish it . it s not my favorite ale but it is something i would drink again if it were offered to me . it s a little pricey so i doubt i ll stock up myself .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle purchased at huckleberry s in spokane for . . poured a pale gold color good sized white head which dropped quickly . left a little lace when agitated . otherwise pretty sparse . smell could n t be more skunky even if a white stripe was down it s middle . taste is n t quite as bad as the smell this is known as damning with faint praise . blandly sweet malt and corn is the most discernable flavor . mouthfeel is about what one would expect from a thin pale lager . no surprises here . drinkability is fine if you were weaned on bud lite . otherwise steer clear of this . if this is anything to go by beers in new zealand are n t so different from america .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a clear pale straw color with lots of rising bubbles racing towards a modest cotton white head . the aromas of a black pepper like spicy hop and light earthy grain blend together to make the mouth water . the taste is a light crisp clean carb hop bite with a repeat of the earthy grain notes . after smelling this i was expecting more from the taste . it is milder than the aromas insinuate . the mouthfeel is thin and on the watery side and finishes faintly sweet . its just an ok beer imho . cheers .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a ml . bottle . appearance pours an almost pitch black with an average head that is a dark brown . retention is n t as long as it should be . smell best feature . raisins a bit of anise nougat milk chocolate straddling dark chocolate all while riding a wave of mocha coffee . reminiscent a bit of cognac . taste strong roasted coffee which is the predominant flavor but there s also some bittersweet chocolate and what i can only describe as alcohol drenched nuts . while good it does n t live quite live up to the aroma . mouthfeel carbonation is a bit higher than normal . strong body that only reaches a medium level . veers slightly towards abrasive with the bitterness though it smooths out more as it warms . lightly thin around the edges . overall knowing the brewer and the level expected i am slightly disappointed in this one . should have been fuller and richer . this is still a very good stout and is recommendable but it s not quite an a stout .,aroma,1.0,1
really dig this beer . smells like an herb garden . ginger and lemon cut through immediately but followed by something like cloves or cardamom . pours a great yellow with very little head and almost no lacing . i do n t find it overcarbonated but rather really refreshing and crisp . the ginger flavor is welcome especially when paring this beer with food . gives some interesting results . after the beer warms a bit i think the flavors are even more pronounced and delicious .,aroma,1.0,1
remember having this around christmas as my first cda aba let s revisit . a looks like dr. pepper rc cola . soft lacing with quite the cap of head . uh oh . s juiced lemons and old grapefruit . does n t smell horrid but where is the dark malt twist . t lots of dirty citrus canned pineapple juice and a weird flavor that reminds me of a yellow dandelion flower . the only malt flavors i m getting is on the back of the throat palette that makes me think of marble rye . yuck what the fuck . . . m no balance of flavors whatsoever and still no dark malt other than on the breath . thin as a . mgd . d this does not taste right . it s just bad really . it s slick gritty acidic and really horrible . maybe it s infected with all the talk of ld sucking lately . avoid .,aroma,0.6,1
poured to a typical stout opaque black with thick tan head that lingers and then leaves good lacing . i couldnt detect much aroma but the flavor was a tasty mix of vanilla with a hint of malty chocolate . finish was very smooth yet not too sweet . i generally dont consider stouts for session beers but could actually see drinking several of these over a few hours . a darn good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
picked this up today at the fresh market in cary i like the curled up wolf on the label . this is a new brewery out of wilmington but they contract brew with the boys at duck rabbit . like my predecessors i wonder if this has been misdignosed as a golden since the color is more fitting of an amber or a red ale . it is also strangely headless and almost completely odorless which is also kind of disconcerting . the born by date says next march but i wonder if this has been tainted or corrupted because the flavors seem stunted and bland . there are some grassy vaguely herbal hop notes and some basic slightly sour malt but otherwise this is flat and formless . some caramel appears in the aftertaste but instead of toasted sweetness it seems to be accompanied by a medicinal quality instead . it s always good to have more breweries here in north carolina but this one needs some retooling .,aroma,0.4,0
a ommegeddon is a clear pale yellow color . it pours with a strange looking head that has big airy white bubbles great retention . s aromas of sour candied apples peppery grains and floral honey . this a big funky nose . t i was excited to try this but i find myself feeling a bit let down . there almost seems to be two beers in one here and they do n t blend well . the funky apple flavor has a sweetness to it that i like but overall it s milder than the smell led me to expect . the finish is a dry peppery floral hop that clashes with the tart elements of this beer . m decent body and very lively carbonation . i love the dry finish . d i love ommegang for trying but to me this one comes up a bit short . got ta love the name though .,aroma,0.9,1
the spring sun has finally started to shine on san francisco and the new beers are arriving to town . life is good apart from a scooter crash and hospital visit but that s neither here nor there appearance gt lovely hazy glow . warm dark honey color . low liveliness . small head with large bubbles . head dissipates quickly and leaves no trace of lacing . smell gt sweet and resiny . a perfect balance of the two scents without much alcohol heat . taste gt sweet start then the flavor begins to cover the whole mouth bringing in a big hop taste . this smoothes out leaving a nice resiny hang . smooth with a capital shmoo . mouf gt not as lively as i like . sort of sits in your mouf . but it s cask so i m not expecting fireworks . drinkability gt easy .,aroma,1.0,1
presentation poured from a oz brown bottle into a pint glass . label depicts a sailboat going full sail . there are notches on the side of the bottle but not sure how to interpret them . appearance pours with an absolutely enormous head probably of the glass is beer and is head . this settles slowly into a nice creamy tan head leavinf behind a medium amount of lacing . the beer itself is nearly opaque with hints of mahogany around the edges . smell slightly sweet yet spicy malts upfront with hints of chocolate and coffee . taste fruity alcoholy right at first this flavor pervades the whole drink . in fact there is not much else here to discuss . no hops very little roastiness slight hint of creaminess from oats . mouthfeel thin and watery . carbonation is average but the head produces id well beyond what it should be . drinkability a disappointment i have had much better from arcadia .,aroma,0.7,1
a . pours orange with a thin white foamy head . s. holy shit . humidor like crazy . i ve had a few of these and this one plays up the humidor to . incredible . t. the jai alai flavor is played down a bit to the predominate cedar flavor . the grassy and citrus hops are very nice with a good malt . m. medium body with fairly high carbonation . matches the flavor well . d. i would truly like all of the humidor series to smell like this .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle split and poured into a bruery tulip . . abv rye trippel ale batch . another thank you to sweemzander for busting out another saison for our pre milwaukee brewfest tasting . a bright golden amber with a clear body and a beautiful dense off white head with great retention and patchy lace coating the glass . s tons of awesome saison aroma with great lemon zest and belgian yeast funk . a bit of slight barnyard comes through . a little rye comes out but it s not very sharp . this is a phenomenal aroma i ca n t get enough of . t sharp rye comes out in the flavor much more so than the aroma lets on . it actually overwhelms most everything else . lemon citrus and belgian yeast with a light candi sugar sweetness too . pale malts reside in the back of the flavor profile with a tiny hint of funk that pokes out too . m very sharp carbonation with a big sour ish bite with a wild tang to the finish . it tickles on the way down . d very good take on the saison style that s completely unique . a good drinkable beer that would be perfect during fall .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle . the color is a vibrant golden orange with much haze . white foam head is two fingers thick and lasts nicely . delicate lace . pungent citrus aroma lemon and grapefruit quite tangy . the yeast notes are exquisite . not very earthy mostly ripe fruit with a bit of funky complexity . i could smell this all day . the taste is suprisingly peppery at first becoming very dry with a sharp hop bitterness at the end . the tangy citrus flavors are still very present but in balance . the hoppy bitterness on the other hand seems overdone for the style . the mouthfeel is light with decent foamy carbonation . hints at becoming syrupy but overall it s solid . everything is right about this saison except for that bit of harshness at the finish . i am definitely going to get another one of these and perhaps wait just a couple more months before opening .,aroma,1.0,1
i do not like coffee i love the smell but the taste is lost on me but this should not be feared by non coffee lovers . it has a typical ipa feel and general taste with a faint hint of a lightly toasted coffee bean . the coffee in no way interferes with the ipa taste .,aroma,0.6,1
has a tawny reddish color when poured into the glass . the aroma is filled with dried dark fruits apricots honey and wheat toast . the aroma carries through into the flavor with the malt making a bigger presence . the alcohol jumps out a little which should hopefully settle down over time . the carbonation cuts through the sweet maltiness nicely . overall a good beer that will become a great beer over time .,aroma,0.9,1
black in spots orange tints interwoven ruby around the edges smallish light beige head quick to dissipate . a few odd specks of lace . lovely sugary sweetness rich chocolate and coffee nose the bouquet shows excellent depth very inviting . the palate is less enthusiastic . chalky and dry vaguely sweet you d expect more lactose sweetness cocoa powder faint coffee hints . fairly complex excellent hops influences at the finish it builds on the coffee flavors nicely . medium light body silky minimal carbonation slightly thin mouthfeel . drinkable enjoyment is moderate though good enough to try not great enough to drink repeatedly . it does represent the style very well . try one if it is handy .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bomber poured into a duvel snifter a hazy pale orange with a thin head that diminishes to a ring . the aroma is sweet fruits and some spice including coriander orange peel is present as well . the taste is a nice blend of sweet malts and spice there s just something a little off in the finish a funkiness i ca n t quite put my finger on . the beer is rather crisp and the . abv is fairly well hidden . this one is right about on par with what i expect from an american made saison drinkable but nothing spectacular .,aroma,0.9,1
a dark brown body with a light brown head that dissipates quickly s gingerbread very much gingerbread t bready malts and gingerbread molasses and more gingerbread m medium bodied good carbonation d the novelty of a beer that tastes this much like a gingerbread cookie makes this an anticipated seasonal,aroma,0.9,1
i think i brought this back from chicago . no doubt an impulse buy due to an affinity for rogue s beer line . popped open with a champagne like sound . i was sure there would be foam coming out . stable foam has been sitting for at least min . daring me to sip . cloudy red beer has a hoppy smell but not overwhelming . taste bitter . definitely overwhelming . someone will like this . not at all much like a red ale other than in color name . tastes like an ipa hiding a weaker red ale . consume as an ipa carefully . you wo n t taste much else .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer was from a trade with faro . thanks for hooking me up faro . the growler was split with my wife . the beer was served in a wide mouthed wine goblet . appearance the beer is a coppery nearing on bronze coloration . the beer has a small white head that quickly resolves . no lacing remains behind on the glass . smell smelling this beer is like walking into a bakery . the beer has massive yeasty bready smells . the beer has a very good combination of fruity apples grapes pears plums jelly smells . this beer smells definately sweet . oddly enough the smells of this beer bring back memories of my grandmothers kitchen smell . taste the beer has all the above smells captured in the flavor . this is coupled with corriander pepperyness . the alcohol is present in the flavor however the spicyness of the alcohol plays nicely with the beer . mouthfeel drinkability this beer is medium bodied plus . the beer is very smooth and has a low level of carbonation . this beer is very easy to drink . i was able to easily drink slightly more than rds of this growler by myself and i wanted more .,aroma,1.0,1
pours to a deep dark brown with a tannish head that leaves lace all over the glass . a huge aroma of starbucks mocha frappuccino jumps out of the glass . sweet chocolate and nice roasty smell mix in for quite a nose pleasing aroma . cappuccino leads the way in the flavor of this brew . it is joined later by some dark roasty malts and chocolate . smooth and creamy from beginning to end with light carbonation . body is pretty full but it does fall a bit thin . this is a great stout . i could see it as a starter stout for someone who has n t really gotten into the dark stuff yet .,aroma,1.0,1
drank from a ml bottle . smells of deep dark chocolate and sweet milky aromas taste is rich and complex of dark rich chocolate . malt dominates and hops are barely even noticable on the palate . this was definitely a sipper as it was very rich and creamy . still an enjoyable brew although i was a little bit let down i was expecting a little more from this brew . but the first chocolate stout i had was rogue s so that puts the bar pretty high,aroma,0.9,1
bottled batch bottle count a opened the bottle and filled a unibroue tulip . first pour was about a finger of beer and the rest of the glass was foam . this glass is gifted at pulling out a nice head but this is ridiculous . the beer is transparent but deep orange and the head is super foamy . i mean super foamy . very sticky lacing as expected with a frothy head like that . carbonation is crazy in the glass . bubble fiesta . seems unintentionally over the top . s smell is pretty saison like with a hop kick . very citiric and sweet hops . clove banana corriander vanilla . smells on that side of the spectrum . very nice . t like a peppery saison with bittery hops . spicey bubblegum . seems like there is a good beer in there but it is just drowning in spiciness . once i can move past intense spicy bitterness a nice sweet beer is underneath with bubblegum sweetness . m a bit over carbonated to the point of being seltzer like and not the flavored seltzer i m talking the seltzer in those squirt bottles that clowns use . bittery aftertaste . tingly . o overall . meh . there are some great flavors in there but they are drowned out by bitterness and spice . sometimes i see a few bottles of a beer on a shelf that i have n t tried and i can tell that it wo n t last long so i m on the fence about trying a bottle or getting a few . i m glad i only got one of this one . i probably should ve drank it a while ago since i bet freshness would really help this one in bringing out the flavoring that is good about it but such is life .,aroma,0.9,1
it pours with a bright light golden color . the head is white medium sized and well formed . not so great retention and almost no lacing . the aroma is very floral scented and hoppy . the flavor is complex balanced towards herbal hops . it is a dry pilsener with a reasonable level of carbonation and low alcoholic strength . medium body . the finish is very bitter almost astringent . overall it is a nice pilsener complex and interesting . i was particularly not impressed by its poor retention and its almost puckery aftertaste . might have this one again .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer poured a dark brown with a minimal head held up to the light was n t quite crystal clear but a little hazy . aroma is malty and estery nothing to write home about . taste is big and malty sweet yet perfectly balanced with citrusy hops . nice syurpy body yet quite drinkable especially for the abv .,aroma,0.6,1
clear and filtered which is less desirable for me in a wheat ale of any kind a golden honey color houses a plume of bustling carbonation that creates a large head like that of frothed milk . lacing is ultra sticky and coats the side of the glass that is n t filled with beer . yeasty aroma with bready semi sweet wheat . the anchor house mineral smell is here and that is fine . hops are subtle and slightly floral . a little band aid phenolic smell comes from the yeast . taste is like band aid with some bread and a little spicy bitterness in the finish . an almost cinnamon spice character probably from the yeast comes out and is perhaps supported by the northwest hops that i guess was used . mouth is biting and harsh from the carbonation . the froth head is pleasant in the mouth but the dryness in the finish sucks the moisture right out of the tongue . too dry to be refreshing . lack of pleasant flavor and composed of almost entirely bitterness if you can imagine that as a taste . the phenols are way too harsh . maybe a bad bottle but the bottle i had was not good .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance looks the part of a hop monster . very inviting . burnt orange with a smallish head that dissipates about halfway through . leaves some thick uneven lacing . smell resiny with some floral sweetness . not real strong . taste full on hop assault . resiny pine and grassy . leaves a big aftertaste that lingers . gives off some citrus as it warms . tastes good when i burp . mouthfeel nice and thick . low carbonation . drinkability hits you with seemingly light shots to the body until you find yourself getting a standing eight count .,aroma,0.6,1
from notes eye not much to look at . color is a murky brownish copper kinda like mud . but with a good dose of iron ore in there to give the mud a reddish tint color . the color of this brew is the only thing that i d consider nice . no head formation and as a consequence of that no retention . no lacing either . i ve seen beers with much higher alcohol contents that have looked much better . nose nice big malt aroma in this brew . sweet malty notes abound . some faint oakish and spicy notes are just there in the back almost hidden but still just perceivable . dark fruits abound raisins especially . smells pretty good . tongue overall hard character to describe . to me this beer is a whole lot of nothing . i ll just say that it is too watery too thin and there s just not enough barleywineish character to it . this does n t have the barleywine character that makes me want to drink a barleywine . the reason i bought this was to have a beer to sip on all night . sure i ll sip on this but it ll feel like i m sipping on watered down going flat cola . hops are pretty green definitely a floral herbal character to them . lots of sweetness in here and not enough bite from hops or from alcohol . to me the actual malt and barley character is just too low key same with alcohol . its like this one got such a high gravity from corn sugar or something . it reminds me alot of the way unfermented wort tastes . who does n t sample the beer after they ve taken the starting gravity reading . .the more i think of it the more it reminds me of it . this beer is unfinished in my mind with a real green hop character . i mean its just like the unfermented wort not disgusting but definitely unfinished and lacking . no depth this does n t do it or come anyawhere close to doing it for me . feel and drinkability very light on the palate carbonation is too low . this beer almost feels flat . now i d not have a problem with that were the body a bit heavier and if the beer had some pronounced alcohol and a huge malt flavor but its really just a bunch of sweetness right up front . i wo n t have a problem drinking the rest of this but i do n t look forward to it . i ll drink it because i have it . but i wo n t be buying it again .,aroma,0.8,1
maybe i had an old sample but my experience did n t live up to my expectation from this brewery . started nice with a frothy head and a hazy lemonade yellow . smelled on the road to skunking however . yes it had some hints of spice and citrus but to be honest with you it was so mild that this could have passed for any meak american beer if in a blind taste test or straight from a can . it did have a longer than average finish .,aroma,0.4,0
jubelale oz bottle into pint glass . a poured amber with red highlights and a large off white head . s coffee dark chocolate and cherries . t sherry astringency with a walnut aftertaste . m medium bodied with good carbonation . d the taste did not agree with me but the aroma was outstanding .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottling . pours an extremely thick inky black with brown highlights . opaque . modest dark tan head retains pretty well for such a high abv brew . the aroma is awesome with a big black cherry and dark fruit scent coupled with typical bourbon aromas vanilla oak maple syrup . the flavor is excellent as well if a bit mellow . not sweet but rather darkly fruity and oaky . subtle notes of semi sweet chocolate though prominent traces of roast and coffee . the finish is warming and well balanced . the alcohol could be better integrated though this is definitely a hot beer . the mouthfeel lacked some weight but the fluffy creamy carbonation made up for this . the champagne yeast is a nice twist that i feel helps dry the beer out a bit . a very well crafted beer and a real pleasure .,aroma,1.0,1
this is definatly not my grandfather s mickey s . besides the strange new can with the weird bee when i think beer i think bee . the taste seems a bit flat . i poured this brew into a standard pint glass and observed the pale yellow almost straw color . the smell was typical and under whelming but really not an important aspect of this kind of beer . the taste was pretty good much better than other malt liquors strong sweet taste but counteracted by the bitter undercurrent . the mouth feel was a bit more like a lager than i remembered but ended up allowing me to enjoy it even more . all in all this beer is meant for drinking with friends on a nice summer evening while cooking up something on the grill not for sitting in a room geeking out about . easy to drink easy to enjoy but not for too steep of a critique .,aroma,0.4,0
uno mass por favor . this may be the best of the bunch that i have tried whilst visiting colombia . i do believe lady gaga would poker face this beer . this is a nice cerveza a cross between aguila and club colombia . mi favorito so far . the color is yellow . . no surprise aquia . no real smell white head weak lacing . decent taste could drink the shit out of it . as i read somewhere before . lawnmower beer . stay thirsty my friends .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer pours as a very attractive burnished brown brew with a very unique distinctive reddish tinge . the beer is translucent with heavy sediment and a bountiful head predicting a lively drink . there is a faint but pleasant spiced smell of coriander and grated orange peel . spicy initial taste mirroring the smell is most pronounced flavor painted on a toffeeish malt background with just a few darker notes . the aftertaste is slightly sour and compliments the spiciness of the quaff . there is a clear peppery alcohol taste that kicks at the end of the swallow . there are a few cookielike and bready flavors indicative of a bottled conditioned ale with a healthy dose of yeast . mouthfeel is initially syrupy but for the most part the spicy elements maltiness and peppery alcohol staccato across the tongue and throat . this beer is most certainly not a session beer lacking the appropriate attributes demanding time to appreciate its spicy complexness .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a pint glass from a oz bottle . this beer is beautiful a wonderfull combination of red and amber gold . the first thing i smell is tomato soup call me crazy . the taste is slightly malty with a warm finish that sticks to the pallet . perfectly carbonated . i would session this beer . trying to drink all the local san diego beers and this is one of the best .,aroma,0.6,1
a very nice creamy head amber color underneath s appetizing . slightly floral . makes me want to drink it t here s the dilemma . at first pretty good . not great but a fair balance . pretty clean taste only slight malt with a some floral aroma and just a little more bitter . promising to be something i could have more than one of . and then . the metallic taste comes in strong . and lingers on my tongue . i do n t feel like taking another sip . each sip is oh this is n t so bad pretty good actually . and then the feeling of having a mouth full of iron filings . m extremely creamy head . smooth overall d besides the metal this would be a fine session beer . by as it stands i have to brace myself for each sip . update toward the end of this beer the flavors started to meld together much better . the metallic aftertaste turned into a somewhat more agressive bitterness throughout the whole sip and was less heavy on the later end . not sure if it was warming up a little or breathing a bit but i think my next pint ought to sit for a few minutes before i approach it .,aroma,0.8,1
the first thing that came to my mind when i poured this one wasstp motor oil . pours a thick deep black color with no head what so ever and virtually no carbonation . aromas of coffee chocolate and molasses emerge from the glass . the initial taste seems to complement the aromas but with a strong taste of alcohol that was extremely overpowering almost medicinal . maybe my taste buds havent progressed enough for this one . i just couldnt see myself drinking this on a regular basis . by having such high ratings i guess i just expected more out of this one .,aroma,0.7,1
original rating date august pours a cloudy pale . yellowish . super creamy head that flows out of the bottle during the pop without even shaking it . smells and looks like a hefeweizen . tastes banana tropical . citric . extremely refreshing great summer beer .,aroma,0.9,1
a comes out a black body with a quickly falling dark tan colored head . solid lacing left on the sides of my nonic . s lots and lots of chocolate here . milk and dark . roasted malts as well . t compared to the nose the taste is kind of a let down . i was expecting something along the lines of choklat from southern tier but this falls short . it starts out like a chocolate tootsie roll pop but the flavor ends abruptly and finishes rather bland . m too thin and watery for a stout . the carbonation level is very high as well . disappointing . d more of a novelty that i would try to convert some non beer drinkers with . its not terrible i just have been spoiled by beers that tackle the chocolaty as hell thing much better than this one . i doubt ill have purchase this one again but im glad i tried it .,aroma,0.9,1
interesting very heavy bottle pt . oz bottle . very heavy . seems darker than usual but i suppose if it s thicker then it would be darker . . cloudy orangish amber . very thick head creamy off white . thick lacing with a extra strip of lace at the top . strange very dry grain smell not sweet . cant quite pinpoint the smell spice of some sort not unpleasant but not like any pale ale i ve had before . mouth feel is somewhat thin and light with some hoppy back bitterness . that smell is present at the back flavors but still unidentifiable . since i have n t had much recently anyways exposure to an english pale ale this might be more spot on but at the moment its a little different . drinkable ale that i ll have to try again . as is usual with most liquor stores i go to this one might be old and been overly warmed up,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark brown with caramel edges a cocoa brown cap leaves some stringy lacing as it slowly recedes . the nose is semi sweet chocolate with subtle coffee notes . this is a surprisingly complex stout . tootsie rolls and vanilla pudding with small amounts of hazel nut coffee and citrus hoppage this is a winner . the body is full of life creamy bitter and tickling the taste buds from start to finish . damn close to the most drinkable stout i ve ever had .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours a nice clear amber color with a two finger thick foamy head . i can not pick much up in the smell maybe i have a cold . maybe it smells a little grainy . similar to the other beers of america collection . well the taste is kind of lacking much like the smell . not much of a marzen . there is maybe a slight hop finish that s hit . very light bodied mouthfeel . just okay . not the best of the pack .,aroma,0.4,0
what a great beer . it pours a nice clear golden color with a good head . the smell is very strong of hops . very floral and powerful . the taste it really dominated by hops and the bitterness at the end is quite nice . its not too rough but does have a nice bite to it . its a very smooth beer that is a joy to drink .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a samuel smith pint glass on best by cola brown almost black in the glass . the foam is thick such that it does n t settle evenly across the top . cresting at just over two fingers the head dissipates slowly . lacing consists of large swaths of bubbles clinging to the glass which dry out over time . smells fairly bright for a porter . roasted dark malts are at an appreciable minimum . there s a orange rind hop note that while i would n t call it out of place does n t seem integrated . grains earthy notions cut through . ah the nose does n t do the taste justice . while it s quite hoppy adding an enjoyable kick the malt backbone is solid dark roasted dry . notes of unsweetened dark chocolate roasted coffee of the mild variety grains . after a half dozen sips a several minutes to warm up the flavors really start to gel . bully porter struck me as reasonably full bodied to begin with as it warms it seems to thicken up . carbonation is maybe a touch higher than average to it s credit though it s neither prickly nor distracting . it actually has a creamy feel . roasted chocolate grains on the finish . ah i ve enjoyed this one quite a bit . very tasty well crafted . smooth enough to drink quickly with enough hops carbonation to keep it interesting all the while . this is my favorite of boulevard s staple lineup .,aroma,0.6,1
sampled on pours a super cloudy brown color with a huge off white head . almost completely opaque golden around the edges when you hold it to the light . lacing is thick and chunky and coats the entire glass . smell is unbelievable . tons of chocolate dark fruit and malted milk balls . very complex without a belgian edge . sweet but not overpowering . taste is sour malt at first with good deal of alcohol . the flavor is a little thin in the middle with a decently bitter finish . not what the smell would lead you to believe . mouthfeel is good creamy but with tart carbonation . drinkability is fine but it s a little disappointing . overall not worth the . i paid for the bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at paramount room into a pint glass . pours muddy brown light tope head poor retention . the aroma sucks completely . this is not at all what an oud bruin smells like . its super malty figs dark fruits sugar and the finish brings only the lightest whisper of vinegar . no tartness at all . the taste is just as bad no tart or vinegar just a malty mess . do not bother drinking this beer . it is a horrible rip off a belgian style sour . shame on ommegang who usually does a good job on these beers for having me waste on a pint .,aroma,0.3,0
as soon as i opened this bottle up i could smell berries . even my wife who was standing next to me said yum berries . smells good . this beer has a bright clean yellow golden body with not much head . the taste mixes berry fruityness with hop spiceyness all at once . which may account for the chemical taste that others are reporting . not good . note i have been informed that elderberries have a dry astringent after taste which may account for that chemical taste that i percive . i m going to try to taste some to see if i need to adjust my review .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz can into a tulip glass . this is my second can . i did n t review the first one because i thought maybe something was off after all the hype over this beer . but the second can was about the same . a pours an orange straw colored with a inch head that hangs around nicely . s huh . onion . seriously . yup sweet walla walla onion . interesting . some tropical fruit flavors as well . not impressed . t a lot of tropical flavors come through on the taste . mango coconut pineapple etc . but a little onion carries through from the smell as well . kind of a mess . finishes realy poorly with odd stinky flavor i ca n t quite place . there s also an odd pepper spiciness to the beer that i did n t get on first taste . but still not welcome . m medium body decent to high level of carbonation . average . d disappointing . such hype and this is what we get . i drove minutes to a store that had this beer and definitely wo n t do it again . the funky onion thing really takes away from the experience . i normally like tropical hop flavors but somehow this one does n t work . i ll try it again just to make sure i did n t get a bad batch but not impressed so far .,aroma,0.4,0
c thick and dark h jet black n hellllooo cognac . hints of coffee and roasted malt huge thanks to hopscotch for sharing this barrel aged treat that is good till . . . really . will the world still be in existence in . regardless this bottle wasnt alive for more than minutes once it was opened . did you order an imperial stout with your cognac . if you did then i think the bar accidentally mixed the two together . seriously this beer was filled with the cognac sweetness and alcohol bite on the attack then followed with strong coffee and roasted malt on the back end . a little too sweet for my liking regardless this beer is very unique it doesnt hide the alcohol but almost allows it to shine in the forefront of the beer . this approach is often reversed by brewers as people like to have the abv hidden in big beers . over time i think this beer will become near perfect . for the time being its damn tasty though .,aroma,1.0,1
labeled as growler as its in a liter swing top bottle . thanks to biglobo opened at his house darkness weekend . big pop upon opening poured a nice clear copper brown ring of white around the edges . smell is big coffee and a bit of burnt malt taste is light on the coffee but is still the prominent flavour backed with something strange . mouthfeel is thin reminds me of carbonated water overall it smelled pretty good but the taste left me wanted something else .,aroma,0.8,1
deep dark chocolate with a thin brown head . weak but persistent lacing . aroma thick rich humid and heavy malt with a licorice undertone . stout like more than ipa like . heavy malts . a slight bitter linger . full bodied and heavy goes down slow . this is a stout beer with some extra hop kick . this is not an ipa . let s stick to stouts being stout and ipas being ipas . please do n t try to mix each is terrific in its own right but they are n t made to be married . the flavor just is n t doing it for me .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance orange amber color smell raspberry aroma is quite pleasant taste kinda like michelob weiss with authentic raspberry flavor . mouthfeel not much kick drinkability smooth yet watery impressions interesting but this is one of the few beers that seems to not get better as the glass is less full .,aroma,0.8,1
being a big fan of pumpkin ales and lagers i picked this up with high intentions . in the end i found it was n t too bad but definitely was n t one of the best i ve had . appearance is very orange clear translucent and has a decent foamy head which dissipates quickly and leaves little lacing . smell is very nice probably the best part about this beer . ginger cinnamon and a bunch of pumpkin roam through the nose with every inhalation . taste is average maybe a bit less . the dominating pumpkin and cinnamon tastes are a bit bland but are n t too bad . seems as though a lot of reviewers like it much less than me . mouthfeel is also average to mediocre and drinkability is decent . overall not the greatest pumpkin ale but it s not that bad .,aroma,0.8,1
an exceptionally tasty wheat that is very good looking and satisfying . cloudy yellow with a nice white head and great lacing . light nose of little consequence . the taste is very nice with limited and pleasant spiciness and a nice bread sense . quite crisp and clean tasting . a very drinkable goodie .,aroma,0.6,1
bought this one on a whim a light bud light style color with an ok white laced head . s i smell some of the oak barrels and a slight hop smell . this one does n t smell bad at all . t this tastes too light for me . kind of like a high end bud . eh nothing special . m leaves no stickiness and you can quickly forget this taste after you drink it . d this one goes down kind of tough . not because it s strong but because it s too light . all in all this one is more like a mainstream bud . this should not be anywhere near some of the craft brews in the fridge because it is not worthy . the brewery needs to rethink this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bottle into a standard pint glass . appearance pours a clear dark amber color with a finger and a half of tan head that leaves a layer on top of the pour . smell some bready caramel malt sweetness . not a ton going on here . taste again the malt is really the star of the show . hints of bread and caramel . the is a very mild spice note . a bit nutty as well . mouthfeel medium body with delicate carbonation . dry finish . overall a solid irish red . i really like the malt flavors . well balanced and mild .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance got to love the cascading effect when poured from the can . when held to the light it is a dark ruby in color not even close to the black that it appears in a dimly lit bar . one finger meringue like head after the cascade settles . smell very weak nose of roast and malt . really not much else there . taste nowhere near the full flavor and body you would expect from a dark stout . a bit disappointing in terms of the strength of the flavors . the subdued flavors of coffee roast and chocolate are barely detectable . almost like a watered down foreign extra . great flavors just nowhere close to the intensity i would want . mouthfeel thanks to the nitro can there is an amazingly smooth feel with no carbonation bite . however the body is very thin and weak . drinkability easy to drink but is in a category in which some of the best do n t typically tread in the territory of awesome drinkability .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle into duvel tulip a golden almost straw color with thick white whipped cream like foam s mango . tropical fruit . smell of a very sticky and sweet fruit . once the foam dissipated i can smell some yogurty belgian yeast . t low medium maltiness with some husky tannin character upfront . this tannin may be due to the presence of wheat . some hop bitterness is felt after this maltiness . noticed a very clean belgian yeast flavor after my palate got used to the beer . finishes dry with accompanied by a warmth from alcohol . m very smooth . there s some tannin twang which is very pleasant . d highly drinkable . this one does not exhaust your palate after a sip .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a cloudy auburn color with a thick white head . good lacing down the glass . the smell was fantastic . a hop bomb . as their menu suggests you can smell the cascade hops that are overflowing in this ale . it s all cascade on the nose and a mild malt scent . not as much hop taste as the smell led me to believe . there is still a strong hop flavor and it s not too sweet . the mouthfeel was watery . little to no carbonation which i prefer . nice hop finish lingered on my tongue . easy to drink and would easily have several . i m anxious to try the imperial version of this brew . also ibu .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance plum colored with an inch of off white foam . the head dissipates somewhat quickly but i think i may have opened this one a bit too cold . smell woody with a nice sweet sour dynamic . wild berries and vanilla faint esters . very nice . taste mouthfeel drier than the aroma suggests . tart cherries with vanilla undertones . oak has a huge presence in the taste almost to the point of excess . the high abv becomes pretty noticeable as it warms that combined with the somewhat overdone oak makes this a very slow drinker . oaky and dry in the finish tannic and astringent . notes i had high hopes for this one but it was unfortunately a bit of a let down .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance black except for some ruddy red brown around the edges. some modest strands of lace adorn the belgian glass with no particular pattern . thin lacing with a nice swirl pattern on top of the beer . a bubbly collar helps provide some lace fodder to the glass . aroma a light roasty grain and smoked peat . pleasant but fragile levels . taste a fine malty start sweet and a bit chewy a mild smoky presence that is all whiskey and no smoke but without an intensity that makes you feel like you re drinking actual whiskey . the beer character is preserved very well . some tasty coffee tones in the background and a warm alcohol wrapper . the flavors meld very nicely the whiskey malt coffee and even a bare hop trace on the finish . mouthfeel incredibly smooth a crisp carbonation level . the beer practically pulls itself into the mouth . drinkability extremely friendly for an brew . a good stash of these will see you through the bitterest winter . or a milder one too.,aroma,0.6,1
i was a big fan of jw dundee s amber lager . it seemed like the anti adjunct version of the very good genesee red . i remember when i reviewed jw dundee s pale ale as pretty decent too . boy that was long time ago and many pales away . i was surprised by this . it was totally new and totally great . gee does that sound totally s . poured a deep orange with little head but lively lace and tons of carbonation . very lively . smelled like malt there was n t much else . mouth was very creamy had a slightly corn wash with a bitter stick at the end blunted by malt . what makes this amber stick out is it s nothing like other amber lagers from the bmc s . it s more of a craft lager which makes genesee go up on my scale even more . burnt malt is just the tip . the bitter is slight but pleasant leaving a full malt flavor raisin and pepper . dry . well this is the best that genny has come up with . i d drink this again with pleasure . bravo .,aroma,0.6,1
reviewed bottle pours a very clear light yellow colored body . grainy aroma corn flavored . light taste . corn lagery grainy taste . very vegetably . not bad but a little heavy . wish these lagers tasted better this one was too vegetably and corny tasting .,aroma,0.4,0
here s proof that ab can make a quality craft beer . this is very nice dunkel weise . everything from the pour to the aroma to the taste to the mouthfeel are impressive . reddish brown colored with a frothy head . the nose is big on the cloves and then some big banana esters . also has some richer caramel like maltiness that does n t dominate but complements nicely . really smells nice . the taste mimicks the nose . .nice balance between the cloves and banana notes . also some subtle but enjoyable caramel maltiness . body is medium to perhaps a little on the light side of medium . carbonation is spot on . i m impressed . .everything is very impressive with this beer . i have not been a big fan of most of the other michelob craft offerings but this is a winner . nice price too . i will buy again . .and again . .and again . .,aroma,1.0,1
grabbed a single at . a little high to me . clear darker brown umber color decent dark yellow head that settles at inch for a minute or so . lots of aromas raisins plums maple sugar candy . flavor is deep with appropriate cough syrup body smokey vanilla rum soaked fruitcake . snap of hop bitter at the end that s enhanced by the alcoholic impressions . a big beer who s taste was less complex than the smell or my expectations implied . but i did enjoy it quite a bit .,aroma,1.0,1
poured out a slightly dark honey brown color crowned with a thick luscious creamy tan head that slowly sank ito a thin film . the nose had a decent malt front line backed by strong fresh hops a little citrusy more piney . the taste was a bit of a letdown . starts in a good hoppy direction then the bottom falls out from under it . no body whatsoever drinks extremely clean and without purpose . has a lightly cabronated yet highly fizzy mouthfeel . very drinkable good sessioner but not a good beer overall . lackluster .,aroma,0.8,1
purchased in a . fluid oz . bottle about a pint . at global market in kirkwood mo . other reviewers had said that it should have warmed a little to bring out the flavor therefore i decided to heed this advice and let it sit out for a little while . a pour into my beer mug delivered a two finger head that was light brown in color . this soon dissipated into a thin layer of brown tinged foam . the ale s body appeared to have a rich brown color but when held up to the light was very much red . the aroma was that of a complex buttery caramel sweetness . thoughts of a candy shop come to mind . on repeated sniffs a hint of alcohol burns through making its presence known . after a light swirl toffee is apparent . a sip reveals a thick warming mouthfeel . perhaps i let it warm too much but that may have brought out more flavor it would be a travesty to serve a beer like this ice cold . very sweet candylike toffee flavor at first . if i swish it around a little there is a distinct medicinal bite of alcohol not too surprising at . abv . aftertaste of breadcrust and it is here that the hops make themselves known . lots of lacing is to be found on the mug . i honestly expected this to be much more bitter than it was . esb to me at least implies bitter but this beer is so rich and sweet that hops are downplayed . obviously bitter can mean different things to different people . i am sure that the average bmc drinker would find this horrendously bitter but unfortunately i was looking for something hoppy . the reason that i was shopping at global market was becase i was craving curry . global market has a great selection of mostly eastern european beers they even carry okocim baltic porter but they did n t have any ipas to go with my curry . so i chose the welsh esb as an alternate and ended up with something that i would consider more of a desert beer than something to pair up with spicy indian cuisine . still not a bad beer though .,aroma,0.9,1
bottled pours hazy yellow gold with a finger head that left spotted lacing smell pine pine and more pine then some grapefruit classic west coast ipa at its finest taste is bitter as hell pine and grapefruit with very little malt until the aftertaste to give it any real balance mouthfeel is light with good carbonation that is both crisp and creamy drinkability is good but i hate to say it without me eating any food to balance out that bitterness i would not drink another back to back,aroma,1.0,1
this was poured into a flying fish pint glass . it appears about a few shades darker than your average aal and the head and lacing look a bit better . the smell is kinda skunky but there was a bit of cereal and honey in this brew . mouthfeel is light and somewhat watery and this is pretty much a beer of last resort .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a cranberry red color with a very small white head . aroma of sour cherries jumps out while being poured . hints of woodiness accompany the tantalizing cherry aroma . flavor reminds me of cherry cough syrup . this is a problem since i despise cherry flavored cough syrup . finishes dry and alcoholic . light and spritzy on the tounge . i have enjoyed other kriek lambics but i can not get past the cough syrup flavor in this one .,aroma,0.8,1
new oz bottle with a pretty rustic label . poured into a snifter . pours a radiant hazed orange amber with a large frothy white head that has good retention and light lacing . aroma is interesting and pleasant a blend of sweet tropical fruits and sugars with a musty earthy belgian yeast and estery typical saison base . body is odd medium thick and slightly juicy with very active fine carbonation . finish is dry and earthy very refreshing with an undertone of sweetness . but the flavor . oh the flavor what happened to this . hiding in here is a pleasant earthy saison but this is so ridiculously over the top sugary and sweet its very difficult for me to continue drinking this . it almost feels like there is a layer of canned peach juice floating on top of an exceptionally earthy and dirty saison in both flavor and body . ugh this could have been a very unique enjoyable saison but the balance before sweet and dry earthy is non existent in addition to way too much artificial sugar sweetness .,aroma,0.8,1
i agree with those who do n t find much holiday spice in either the smell or the taste . for me this beer had characteristics more in line with an octoberfest style than a winter warmer . my review scores reflect how i feel it fits as a winter warmer .,aroma,0.3,0
transferred from the recent christmas beer session in my tasting notebook . pours out nearly dead flat . no head at all period . only a few sad spartan bubbles occasionally rise from the bottom of the tulip glass . i am disappointed . this lack of carbonation causes the heavy body of this beer to feel unpleasantly syrupy in my mouth . now that i ve gotten all the bad things about this brew out of the way lets talk about the good things . color is a brilliant ruby amber with minimal haziness smells of honeyed ginger and spice exactly as promised on the label flavors of gingerbread and spiced christmas cookies come through cleanly just as promised by the nose fresh sharp and clean flavors overall that really make me feel like the holidays . if only there was carbonation it could have been something stellar .,aroma,0.8,1
for an oz pour served in a chalice . sampled . a the head is creamy foamy off white in color and one finger tall . below average retention with a sudsy bubbly film remaining . the body displays an amber orange hue and is completely opaque . initial sheets of lacing eventually give way to gravity . s malt heavy rich in caramel toffee and grain plus a nutty influence a combination of macadamia and marcona almonds . hops are faded but provide a floral and herbal presence . despite the abrasive alcohol the nose is still pretty damn good . t the abv is extremely prominent on the palate and it interferes with the overall flavor and enjoyment . m medium body . old krusher finishes way too crisply for the style . a more cloying texture would be more appropriate here although the mouthfeel does improve in the latter half of the glass . again the intense heat is apparent and has a profound impact on the texture . d drinkability not a bad american style barleywine but sixpoint has their work cut out if they want this beer to compete in the above average class . either way thanks for the buzz .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks for this cool extra danilo . drank last night reviewed from notes . poured into sam adams pint glass . appearance straw gold bodied beer with a white fizzy head that is gone almost by the time the beer is finished pouring . smell this beer is all pepper . u can get a nice fresh smell of peppers . mostly reminds me of green peppers . also has a smokey noted in the nose . it really reminds of being the garden . the nose is the stand out part of this beer . impressive . taste peppers taste similiar to green pepper just like the smell . also has a mild smokey note and can taste a slight meaty note almost like bacon . after that it gets hot and you feel the burn and then the after burn . all the way down the throat . mouthfeel light bodied beer with moderate carbonation . overall this is a one and done beer for me . i am glad i got the opportunity to try this beer . its best pepper beer i have ever had . too hot for my liking but that was this beers purpose . pepper beers are just not my thing .,aroma,1.0,1
i was n t impressed by this beer . being a hophead i thought i d love this beer . it was not the case . i felt like it was trying too hard does n t make sense but whatever . i was hoping for a hopslam or huma lupa licious taste . look brown slight haze smell heavy hops . it almost felt like i was drinking barleywine . taste very bubbly and hoppy leaves heavy hop scent on pallet . fumes out of your nose . although i was n t a huge fan of this beer i have the utmost respect for this brewery and will try this beer again along with all of their other brews . i still highly recommend hop wallop .,aroma,1.0,1
very dark in color with an inch of fine bubbled tan foam . plenty of lacing down the sides . aroma of coffee though initially strong fades to subtle . taste is dry to bitter . the taste is superior to the smell . good mouthfeel with pleasant carbonation . a very drinkable beer . may i have another .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance golden yellow the lively and bubbly carbonation helped maintain a sturdy head on it . smell yeah it s hoppy but a strange kind of hop one that seems starchy like when you boil potatoes and leave the lid on and it boils over and burns on your stove . i ve detected this before in some other beer who knows what causes this but i doubt it s intentionnal . taste mid carbonation on the tongue it s got a decent if non descript hop bite but there s nothing on the malt side to give it any character or complexity . not that ipas need to be real mind benders so this one only gets barely a passing grade but for a west coast ipa it s well below average .,aroma,0.4,0
this poured a nice dark brown color almost to the point of blackness . a nice rocky uneven tan head formed . this beer had sound too . very fizzy . very good coffee and chocolate smells here . smells an like iced coffee . the taste is allright besdies the odd must some roastiness in here but the thing that bothered me was the mouthfeel . i was kind of syrupy smooth but with the swallow it seemed quite watery . it really did n t go with the nice roasty hearty flavor set here . tingles like a coca cola though . not bad but on the lower end of the porters i have had . fairly drinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer has marginally more taste and substance to offer than its widespread little cousin corona light . appearance is very similar however being also a paint yellow transparent beer with vey little shock white head . the head by the way lasts only a few seconds after you ve finished pouring out your pint . smell is dismal inasmuch as it is practically nonexistent . starts slightly oily and bland . settles light bodied and wet with a fairly simplistic pallete . i believe the flavor is something akin to that of a young cheese with some lemon or other fruit mixed in . finishes almost totally clean with just a drop of hop bitters and an unpleasant but mercifully short lived aftertaste . correction of beer name in october i incorrectly reviewed corona light as corona extra . i have since tried corona extra transplanted the previous review to its proper place and edited this review to cover the correct beer .,aroma,0.2,0
oz into a pint a pours a dark golden color . very well filtered no hazing or yeast suspension . bubbling . no head formation at all either only a tiny white film hanging around . s i get a bit of sweet pilsner dry malt scents no rye . i was hoping for something more direct than this . t starts off with a dry malt flavor with only the lightest hint of an astringent rye flavor . mid stream starts to sweeten no balance or hopping present . finishes with a grainy pilsner malt flavor . aftertaste just about zero . m moderate body no carbonation bite . full body and clinging . probably the one area of this beer they did okay with . d easy drinking beer . low abv flavors are light . but it also means this beer is awfully boring . i guess i ll look for another rye beer .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle into pint glass a finger white head on top of a very carbonated golden straw colored brew kept a thin layer on top but likely only because of the amount of carbonation no lacing . s nothing more than a bit of grain and very slight florals t pale malts and some quite apparent grassy hops and a bit of fruit fade to a sweet finish . just better than average . . m light body with an interesting end perhaps a bit over carbonated but it works o drinkable but i would not but or seek this beer out again notable if you have a free one offered to you but otherwise pass this up for a better brew,aroma,0.4,0
probably our favorite beer from calgary beer fest so i may be a little biased . honestly good looking ipa . hazy copper color excellent head with good retnetion and huge webs of lacing to boot . ahhh . the let down . as in aipa i have come to ecpect a bit more in the nasal dept . this offering certainly score on a nice balance between hop and sweet malt . but does n t knock my socks off . if it were an eipa i d score it higher . taste is like wise . awesome balance between the citrus grapefruit pine hop and the sweet malts . in this case the balance is too good to pass up . carbonation level is almost perfect . allows all the flavours to come trhu without any fizzy bite . very drinkable and is now my goto ipa,aroma,0.6,1
a caramel brown with a monsterous four finger off white head that lingers for about five to ten minutes before making an iceberg of foam in the middle . the beer is cloudy from visible small particulates likely yeast . also carbonation is visable in spite of the haze . no lacing but i think that is the glass . s a nice soothing floral aroma a bit of the odor from those red annuli that come with steaks and then there is some seltzer water . t ugh this is n t very good at all . the taste is sour and tart . it tastes a lot like when you put a crushed vitamin c tablet in a bit of boiling water and drink it . there is potent foul bitterness that meshes with the sour . the sourness vanishes quickly but the bitterness lingers for minutes on the back of the tounge . m thin water carbonation makes it harsh rather refreshing considering the horrid aftertaste . d this beer is n t great . i can think of several tripels i would sooner have . chimay red and blue are delectable but this is one to pass up . i could n t session it but the bitterness might help wash down some foods .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance poured a deep yellow with some to no head . smell like every other macro lager . taste maybe one of the better bmc taste . i got some skunk . as a finish drinkability pretty good . this is a good beer to drink when you just want something average . overall i might pick this up in the future to enjoy after working in the sun . nothing special about this beer though .,aroma,0.3,0
i think this is not a fully retired beer but a seasonal since this one was picked up last week in a large grocery chain . aroma is heavy with yeast effects and fruit aromas including plums and apricots . nice light hop aroma too smelling like wood and light citrus . deep red colored and clear . head is small but there is good rising bubbles in the glass but no lacing . flavor is big and malty but with a strong hop bitterness . it also has a vinuous sour component that does n t seem like a yeast effect but more like a barrel aged . but as it warms up it seems a little sour and funky . pretty thin in the body for a barleywine . has a little alcohol flavor in the mouth too . seems like a strong beer for the sake of being strong . not a lot of the standard profile of a barley wine .,aroma,0.9,1
a beautiful translucent red brown . small slightly tanned head that resides very quickly . no lacing at all . s sweet malts . caramel i can smell the lager yeast . crisp . earthy . t really sweet and fruity but artificial sweetener taste like aspartame . i get a touch of raisin . definitely rough around the edges . noticeable alcohol . harsh sickly sweet fortified wine like finish yuck . m thin . medium high carbonation . sorry bells but you let me down on this one . this is my first doppelbock and i think i just do n t like this style of beer . i was never a fan of lagers especially higher alcohol lagers so take my review with a grain of salt . tastes a bit like baltika cut with steel reserve bleh .,aroma,0.7,1
the second beer of the day . i again get a oz sample and the beer arrives in a mini english pint glass . there is no lite passing through the dark brown color of the beer and a thin but sturdy surface layer of fine tan head rests on the beer . there is also very tight latticework as the head recedes and after each sip . aroma is mild but some chocolate and roasted malt but surprisingly no raspberry really shows up here . first sip reveals very mild carbonation and a farily thick body . flavor is sweet chocolate with tangy raspberries think of a chocolate dipped fruit in fondue . the finish is rather roasty and ends the beer nicely . this is very drinkable and i enjoyed it a lot . it is mild and the fruit is not cloying so could be a session beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a slightly cloudy orange colro with a moderate level of carbonation and intense lacing . a thick and wavey head that stayed put . aromas of hops alcohol and yeast . the taste was quite hoppy with minimal malt presence . biting bitterness that develops its potency over time . refreshing texture and mouthfeel with a mellow finish . good drinkability and good example of the style but not the best out there . alcohol is well hidden .,aroma,0.6,1
this is the first time i ve bought leinenkugel s on my own and i m very delighted in the results . seems as though i like this beer a lot more than other posters on average . appearance is very opaque very almond apple in color . so opaque that i ca n t tell if bubbles are present on the interior or not . smell is bland and much less present than any other aspect . has a very refreshing and present citrus flavor backed with pleasant orange aftertaste . the beer definitely has a unique taste and i could without a doubt identify it in any taste test . mouthfeel is creamy and full drinkability is high . overall a very good beer . i believe it s a low a grade brew .,aroma,0.6,1
release at the at the lonedumper brewery . brown pour with a thin beige head . aroma is cheap old ground spice like nutmeg cinnamon . flavor is much of the same . sweet dark fruit carmel and toffee . overly spicy . they should have done just a regular dubb,aroma,0.4,0
poured from oz . bomber bottle into a pint glass . pours amber orange translucent with finger white creamy foam . very good retention and lacing . smells like pumpkin pie . unbelievable that this is a beer like nothing liquid i have smelled before . very bready and malty . taste is spicy cinammon and nutmeg . hoppy throughout but with a pumpkin taste holding through . pretty spicy and bitter now that i think of it . good carbonation in the mouthfeel . a tasty beer drinkable for the bottle but not like you could have many more .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a snifter on batch e . dark matte brown settling near black dark cherry hues around the edges when held to the light . fidgety bubbles foam managed about rd of an inch . head retention simply is n t to be it began imploding upon itself fizzling out in no time . hardly any lace save a few random splotches . a slew of coffee tones hits the nose progressing in intensity coffee beans roasted coffee burnt coffee dregs . maybe a bit much but it s to be expected . i m cool with that . what i m not cool with is whatever is going on with the lactic sugar . there s a really unpleasant spoiled milk aroma . it s soured to the extent that i m questioning drinking this . admittedly the lactic stench mellows over time . i know the glass sat a long time while i sized it up . apprehensiveness overtook me as i finally summoned the will to take a sip . whew not quite as bad as i feared . the interplay between the milk sugar depth of coffee seem to be at odds uncomfortable bedfellows as it were . burnt coffee flavors abound as do roasted tones though to a lesser degree . very earthy pretty dry aside from the lactose . maybe a hint of cocoa . as it warms the lack of integration between ingredients becomes all the more apparent . while i initially thought interesting good now i m thinking interesting not so good . eleven is medium full bodied with a rather slick feel . carbonation is pretty close to spot on just some smooth agitation . burnt coffee aftertaste that i would normally love seems weird when coupled with residual milky notes the slickness of the feel . actually it s quite coating . potent coffee residuals linger for a long spell . quite honestly this is one of the only beers maybe even the first that has made my stomach uneasy . though not an intense queasiness it s enough for me to take each next sip reluctantly . most likely i was psyching out myself as the uneasiness subsides . regardless this is not a joy to drink is easily in the bottom tier of the style . maybe i sat on it too long . ah well .,aroma,0.2,0
thanks to ph for sending this along in a bif a pours a deep dark mahogany color that does hold some appeal . the tan head was able to reach just under half inch before dissipating rather quickly . lacing is minimal at best . nice color overall but lacking in other areas . s comes across as a very malty brew . notes of dark fruit rush out of the gate . i m getting mostly raisin . caramel and maple also have a strong presence . some spice comes in around midway but gets muddled amongst the other aromas . alcohol is noticeable and works very well for this particular brew . the tail end has some honey nuts and sweetbread . nice overall . t fruity in the flavor as well . some raisin and grape are in there . alcohol steps it up in the flavor and gets considerably warmer . some bread on the end that comes across as gingerbread and maybe some honey flavored granola . there is a nagging flavor on the very end that just seems out of place . tastes like sour cherries . not sure if it is supposed to be there but it just tastes like it should n t . m medium bodied with low carbonation . finish is clean with a slight tartness that hangs on for a few minutes . d drinkability is average . henry starts out showing some potential but does n t live up to expectations . at the end of the first sip it all just starts going downhill . the alcohol is hidden fairly well in aroma and taste which helps this category . glad i got the chance to try it but would not seek this brew out agian .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a tulip pint three fingers of khaki head nice sparkly over a body that i d call black save for the dark brown edges deep dim crimson highlights . smell is hops straight beautiful hop smell . ca n t really liken it to any other foodstuffs because it is just clear fresh unmistakable hops . i can suss out a little caramel cola in the background but the hops define it . okay grapefruity a little woody . seriously smells awesome . okay taste is lagging behind a ways . plenty of black patent roast tastes a little charred with that kind of vaguely fruity vaguely flinty tasty i get from canned extract a lot of the time . still some pine grapefruit bitterness but i almost have to contort my mouth to taste it . plenty of bitterness but equally good bad . burnt aftertaste too . not bad but a little messy . full bodied but the roast quality spills over into burnt astringent territory . nice lively acid character . again not bad overall but there are definitely bad parts in there . the smell was so great i thought i d be in for something exceptional but that harsh roast just took hold would not let go . i have to say i might try this again just to get that smell but i might be well advised to split it with someone .,aroma,1.0,1
got this one in the sampler . it pours medium brown caramel with little to no head or lacing . as far as smell it has earthy tones like patchouli and coffee . it tastes similar to how it smells but also has an obvious sweetness not picked up by the nose . it s an all around average beer . i could definitely have a few in a row .,aroma,0.4,0
served in a dfh snifter a pours a beautiful deep amber color with a small amount of thin head . s very nice rich smell that is typically associated with ipa s with a little amount of sweetness on top t pretty decent taste but nothing that particularly blew me away . leaves a slight smokey woody taste in the mouth afterward but nothing unpleasant . m nice tingle on the tongue and a bit of a bite as it is being drank but not as much of a bite as is typically seen with ipa s d pretty easy drinking brew but the smokey woody aftertaste diminishes its overall drinkability . a decent brew which i would grab if i was in a real hurry and wanted a lower price ipa but more than likely i wont be buying it again .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a descent golden color . the head is off white and minimal . the smell is just awful such that your head may recoil out of fear . the taste was not much better than the smell the unmasked alcohol was not pleasant . the mouthfell was thick and sticky sweet . not recommended but if you are adventurous .,aroma,0.2,0
oz bottle dated best by as an extra in an excellent trade with wino thanks . clear honey gold elixir poured into sa glass . copious tight bubbles thick one finger head beautiful lacing throughout . very subtle hop aroma flowery old lady soap smell dove . . taste is better a bit . hop bitterness mild resin malt . bump it up for the nice carbonation and medium body . must me better representations of the style in nc .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a nitro can into an english naturally no nick pint glass . appearance beautiful golden orange with a luscious creamy one finger white head . smell not too much on the nose i get a little toffee . taste a well balanced dose of hops along with pleasant butterscotch and caramel malt notes . mouthfeel great creamy mouthfeel typical of english ales . minimal carbonation nitronation . drinkability a fine english pub ale perfect for unwinding in front of the tv after a long night at work . i could go for possibly but not any more .,aroma,0.6,1
my experience with b g beers is that they do n t keep for long . they must be handled like newborn babes and kept still and at temp for them to last even a month . i ve had my bottles of failed classic lagers and fred red ales to prove this . so i ve handled this baby stout as gently as possible . rather than delay a tasting any longer i popped it open this evening . i blew it . the beer is gorgeous in the pour jet black with a sticky tan head . the smell is a heavenly mix of chocolate and raspberrries and malty goodness . but i ve mishandled the beer . the taste is aspirinish overly tart . mouthfeel is tough to gage because i would n t let the beer remain in the mouth that long . not drinkable at this point . so when this baby rolls around next year i will buy and taste and make notes immediately . i will delete this review to make this a more accurate portrayal . warning b g brews must be consumed within to weeks of purchase . they will not keep beyond that point . consumed fresh these are all fine brews . and remember you get credit for returning your bottles . purchased far too long ago for less than for a ml bottle directly from the brewery which is the only way i know how to obtain this stuff .,aroma,0.9,1
from notes on . pours crystal clear pale gold with near soft pure white head . smell is not great lightly sweet basic malts . nothing interesting nothing to entice me . malt . sweet . a bit of cracker biscuity carries thru the middle . there s both maltier and hoppier characteristics trying to find their way to the forefront . more spiced towards the end as it briefly warms . smooth and utterly drinkable . bottle claims smooth mellow and easy to drink which sounds like a damn bud light commercial . llet me say though that is where the comparison ends . at first the more subtle flavors surprised me and i did n t know quite what to do with this . but i went with it and damn . it s nearly f here today and this did n t last long perfect for quenching on a hot day . i know like my words are n t doing this justice but it was damn good . i think the subtleties were a bit past my depth honestly . i do know that despite my lack of appropriate words this beer was really good and i ll be having more .,aroma,0.6,1
sold as jelatin blende in sweden . the colour is pale neutral yellow the liquid is clear . the two finger head is compact and white . it sinks slowly leaving almost no lacing . the smell is mild clean and neutral . or to be frank very boring . some sweet notes and a touch of bitter flavours . the taste got a clean crisp sweet flavour . hints of fresh french loaf . very weak hints of nuts and a sour quite refreshing flavour . the aftertaste is sweet like cereals with a very clean almost artificial bitterness in the background . a sour bitter metallic flavour in the finish . the carbonation is strong to medium the fresh bubbles small . the liquid is semi smooth . a light yet refreshing beer . although i think that spaten premium is a better pale lager with some wheat malt .,aroma,0.4,0
served into a large tulip on draft at rusticos . a golden color that had just a hint of haze and a large white fully head on top . the smell was full of bourbon as expected that blended well with the fruity aromas expected from a tripel along with spiced notes . the taste was extremely warm with the very prominent bourbon flavored woody taste combined with the strong figged fruity spiced flavor of the tripel . i loved this beer . it felt like an abv with a very warm presence but in a good way . the alcohol wasnt overbearing but its hard to imagine anything pushing aside the powerful bourbon and triple flavors mixing around . i could not drink more than one but a very interesting and tasty brew .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours jet black with a rocky tan head . very good retention and overall a great looking porter . s chocolate malt cocoa coffee grounds and a hint of plastic that fades out after a few minutes of sitting out . t good roasted chocolate malt base but not too much in the way of coffee . other than malts there s a light bitterness and what seems to be a bit of oats and again a little undesirable plastic . finish is on the dry bitter side . m very nice smooth feel . medium bodied with low carbonation . well done . no bottled on date so not sure how long this has been sitting . that said the coffee was pretty light and would love to try this on tap to see how it compares . but overall found this to be a very smooth light drinking porter and glad to see big sky expanding their lineup .,aroma,0.6,1
a very dark with only a sliver of red around the edge . tall dark creamy head that leaves no lacing . s great scent of chocolate and roasted malts . very inviting . t a little bitterness as if it had dark chocolate and you can taste the alcohol . roasted malts and chocolate . a rather large let down after the amazing scent . m good coating but the only tingle is in the throat from the alcohol . d no bad but not good . i would only have one .,aroma,0.9,1
a slight head quick disapation . no lacing . pale cloudy yellow in color . s nice smelling friendly but not a whole lot there pretty weak . t a lot more than i was expecting . started out like an ipa but finished very dry . no real follow through on the taste . a bit of citris maybe some apple . very unique tasting . m medium bodied a little thin carbonation give a little kick . d goes down very easily not heavy at all . i could drink these all day and enjoy . overall this is a unique beer with a great taste that i feel i should get more of .,aroma,0.6,1
i think curiosity is an inherent trait of all ba s and this curiosity led me to pick up a bottle of this brew . upon opening the bottle i immediately smell a strong sweet maltiness that is a tad over the top almost like a concentrated macro lager . appearance is straw yellow with a large soapy looking white head which leaves large bubbles on the sides of my glass instead of a gentle lacing . taste is initially grainy before finishing super super sweet a floral type of sweetness . no alcohol is detectable . not very pleasing to me . i d like to try other beers from baltika as this one will not be a repeat buy for me .,aroma,0.3,0
review is a free bottle from ritzkiss . thanks so much . this is my first bell s . these are hard to come by up here in canadia even though we re just across the border from michigan . lcbo get your shit together . an aggressive pour yields only a small off white head which fades away to a fine mist of covering leaving some lacing . i was n t expecting much head from a beer of . abv though this is n t listed on the bottle anywhere . is it not law to list the abv in the us . the beer is hazy and a beautiful glowing amber colour looking pretty wicked in my maudite tulip . huge nose . tons of fruit pineapple papaya guava peach grapefruit . it smells like a cup of fresh tropical fruit salad . if someone blindfolded me and put the oracle under my nose i would literally guess that it was fruit salad . sweet caramel malt to back it up . surprisingly there s no trace of alcohol in the nose . i do n t think beer can smell much better than this the kind of smell that makes you salivate . although the bottle does n t state the abv anywhere you can tell this is a big beer . i would easily have guessed it to be by taste alone very boozy . strangely i find the taste to be almost nothing like the smell . there s lots of hops but they re of a completely different character . the tropical thing is vaguely there maybe it s faded with age . it ends up being more generally bitter earthy and lightly floral with a hint of pine . the finish is quite drying grapefruit rind and alcoholic . it reminds me a little of stone ruination in its bitterness but i feel this is more well rounded with more malt to hold up the hops . i was going to rate it . but the alcohol is just too hot for me . i ve tried a few beers with much less noticeable alcohol than this one . it s not undrinkable by any means but the alcohol could stand to be smoothed out a little . viscous medium body and very lightly carbonated . appropriate but nothing special . i m enjoying this bottle but do n t think i would want more than one more . the alcohol is way too hot to be sessionable both in taste and in reality . you d quickly either wear out your tastebuds or pass out drunk if you tried . i d love to find this fresh hoping that more of the hop character from the nose would be in the flavour . still though however old this is it s a great beer .,aroma,1.0,1
this is my first hoppy experience and i have to say it was n t too bad . i had it in the bottle it came in and already chilled . the first drink was not expected and had a taste that stuck on the back of my throat until the next drink . it was something i was n t expecting but enjoyed extremely . i had half the bottle and transfered the remainder to a glass . it poured a thick milky and golden with a head that slowly tapered off .,aroma,1.0,1
it pours a clear light golden color with a small white head that lingers for a bit . the smell definitely has that skunkiness most find non appealing with somewhat hop floral aroma but this is barely noticeable . what saves this beer from a failure is the taste . i want to say this is slightly similar to a pilsener . i did n t notice any hops in the taste a fairly sweet taste . the mouthfeel is definitely light i want to say this may be the lightest beer i ve ever tasted that is n t water . overall its not a bad beer its just the smell . would i buy this again this is hard to say . its not a lawnmower beer nor this would n t be found at the bottom of my hockey bag . maybe if i just held my nose i ll buy it again .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a caramel color with a good inch of head on it and a bunch of floating crap in it i probably should n t have poured the whole can but i did n t know it had sediment . strong caramel malt aroma with some floral hints . tastes a lot like all the other nitro can beers i ve had . very dry and and not much else in the way of flavor . mouthfeel is very very creamy . i wo n t be getting it again unless i see it in a bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
two brothers heavy handed ipa terrific aroma very full and noticeable from several feet away . some heavy malt syrup aromas coupled with flowery hops make the aroma very appetizing . good looking brew as well thick off white rocky top head and a clear amber orange appearance . the taste is quite hoppy emphasis on the snap of the hops rather than a floral taste . mild malt flavor struggles to the surface but does not quite make it . long lasting hops aftertaste somewhat bitter . slick mouth feel . not a bad effort,aroma,1.0,1
unfortunately the best thing about this beer is the bottle both the art and name . it looked like it would pour no head at all but a wimpy shivered out of the pour . it has virtually no smell just the faintest hint of hops and that did n t really change as it warmed . it looks a clear light gold . taste is pretty much bmc all the way and after it warmed a little lemon expressed . the texture was a little creamier than bmcs and the finish a little longer . tire bite . there s no bite to this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
a hazed and semi clouded appearence . no head at all . milkbone biscuit in the smell . quite awful stale hops and malt . an indifferent beer with its only presence lying in its weakness . light drinking . closer to euro swill than pilsner . carbonation at a good level . mouthfeel leaves a cardboardy texture . drinkable but so is water . thanks crwills .,aroma,0.2,0
oz . bottle . tres chic . looks about right for style . crystal clear . pale yellow straw color . thin white head . smells like skunk . sweet like corn . perhaps a thin malt aroma no hops . slightly sweet . tastes like corn . no real skunk flavor . thin malt flavor . taste of alcohol comes through . taste of corn adjunct lingers after finish . feels about right . very thin very effervescent . very crisp finish not crisp enough though to cleanse the palate of the corn flavor . i will never drink this beer willingly again . i am only drinking it now because my mom left one in the fridge and i thought now was as good a time as any to knock it on this site . it begs the question why a clear bottle . and i think that the answer is that that marketing image just means more to the c.o . s than what is in the bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
this pours a golden cloudy straw color with a huge foamy head . the smell is foral but very faint just an average aroma . the taste is very crisp and refreshing.the flavors include fruit some lemon a slight hoppiness with some malt.the m f is light and well balanced.this is a nice beer for the summer i only wish i had mine then .,aroma,0.6,1
i m usually not a big fan of the blue moon selection as a part of me has always found it somewhat overrated . with that being said i recently decided to forgo my normal winter selections and picked up a six of the winter abbey ale . this blue moon pours a deep reddish copper color . unfortunately the the head completely vanished almost before i was done pouring . the smell does n t have a lot of character mostly roasted malts and wheat . pretty faint all around . taste consists mostly of roasted malts with hints of caramelized sugar and nuts in the background . the smooth toffee finish referenced on the label only seems present when you are really looking for it . while there are a couple different flavors going on here they seem to struggle against one another . i also found the carbonation to be a little higher than what i would have liked . while the winter abbey is drinkable its probably not something i would come back to . the flavors never really came together for me and there is a strong selection of seasonal ale s already out there .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle into red wine glass . pours deep red brown extraordinarily clear despite the darkness of the color almost jewel like in the way light breaks through every once in awhile . fluffy two finger light khaki head settles down to a thin sudsy cap with decent stickage . nose is beautiful sour cherries break through right off the bat wafts of green apples anise seed underlying soft cocoa dark fruits so much going on in this one . incredibly subtle in terms of variety of aromas . taste is incredibly unique . up front is dry and intensely earthy . musty tobacco turnips yeah dark fruits old leather light green apples cocoa and licorice as temps increase this is one dank savory beer . lightly sour towards the finish . loads of spices swirling around in there that i ca n t even begin to identify lend a dry bitterness on the long finish . i get very little sweetness from this at any temp it s dominated by musty earth tones dirty nutty with other notes swirling in and out of the profile umami . interesting i m not finding instantly appealing but i keep coming back to it . totally sits outside the box of what you normally associate as the flavor profile for any beer this one is dry and dusty earthy a must try but this will not be everyone s thing probably not mine but glad i got a chance to try it . mouthfeel is light medium thin body very light carbonation . drinkability is hard to decide upon . this is n t a flavor combo that i think i ve ever really craved before . i do n t really crave it now that i ve tasted it either . this one seems more intellectual exercise than rewarding sensory experience to me ymmv .,aroma,0.9,1
first off i have to say that i m rating a bottle and not a draught hoegaarden . they re almost like two different animals . the draught is far superior and i do n t understand why . at any rate the beer pours nicely and looks beautiful in the glass . the problem is that it does n t live up to it s reputation in my opinion . the flavors that come out in the draught are hardly present . it tastes to me like a pale wheat beer . the draught is far superior for sure .,aroma,0.4,0
lucky kat ipa appearance this beer pours a crystal clear amber orange with bright red highlights . the head is nearly non existent with only a thin white lacing around the sides of the glass . smell for an ipa this beer has little to no hop aroma . instead there is a slight caramel malt character with a hint of spicy undertones . deep in the back of the aroma is a minute character of fresh peeled lemons . there is a slight fruity ester which actually reminds me of a nice english bitter . taste there is a slight caramel malt sweetness followed by only a minute spicy hop character . the only other notable hop characteristic is a distinct lingering borderline harsh high alpha hop bitterness . this coupled with the slight alcoholic warming makes for an unexciting and one dimensional finished . mouthfeel this beer is extremely thin with a light to mild carbonation . the light body of this beer makes it easy to pitch back but definitely not as full as i would expect from most ipa s . drinkability the light mouth feel of this beer coupled with the mild flavors makes it fairly drinkable . i pitched back quite a few from the six pack i bought in one night and they went down smoothly throughout the evening . overall impression this beer just does n t have a lot going on . i would not say it is a bad beer but it lacks the characteristic citrus and floral aroma and flavor that i find so enjoyable in my ipa s . the saving grace of this beer is the fact that it s easy to drink and goes down smooth . however i doubt most people looking for an ipa want to pitch back a light and un complex beer . get it to try once but do n t look for it to solve your quest for the perfect american ipa hop bomb .,aroma,0.4,0
a i like the way that when pouring this bottle the bubbles started collecting on the sides of the glass right away like tiny frog eggs . the color is a slightly frosty lemon honey . and the head is a nice clumpy yeasty splotchy cloud white . s some hops but lots of citrus smells . sweet crystalline malt smells . has a clean fresh smell . like sweet air after a spring rain . very soothing . makes me think of lazy walks through a hop field in the belgian countryside . t initially very hoppy and bitter much like an amber ale or an ipa . it s a bit too caustic and drying for me . at least when i imagine this style of beer . the bottle says it s all hop but i ca n t help but feel a little corn blandness . m surprisingly does n t quite live up to the name . i wish it were a bit creamier . it is a bit effervescent and a bit smooth but bitterness takes away from the cream d not quite what i had dreamed it would be but pleasant none the less . this is n t one that i will reach for again anytime soon .,aroma,0.9,1
i have n t been too happy with trafalgar s offerings but i figured i d give this one a go . i m a bit of a sucker for brews with dogs on the label hoping to find that elusive red tick ale . pours a lighter amber hue . certainly not red looks more like a pale ale . about a half inch head settling as a ring around the glass . good amount of lacing actually . other than the colour it does n t look too bad . the nose is . strange . i get that typical malty caramel combination but it s followed by what i can only describe as sour butter . i m bad with identifying odors but suffice to say whatever it is it does n t smell good . the taste is okay . i m getting malts and caramel up front and i find the finish to have a bitter peppry character . not hoppy just . bitter . not nearly robust enough for me and certainly too sweet but otherwise it s drinkable . mouthfeel is a touch undercarbonated slightly creamy . aside from the disastrous nose this brew was n t too bad . i ll probably not get it again though knowing how many other reds there are available to me but it s drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer is very nice overall . thick and dark as motor oil with a toasty and malty smell that has what seems like carmalized deep and dark fruits to the aroma . upon each swirl a nice caramel colored head appears that quickly dissolves and the carbonation is minimal at best . the high abv lingers in the mouth and even coats the teeth with a dark malty coating that can be unpleasant at times . the beer overall is very intersting take not to mention mine was a november batch so im trying months afte the fact . i dont believe the distributor mis handled the brew either . overall i would not drink more then maybe bottles in a sitting but its worth the price and i thought very pleasant overall .,aroma,1.0,1
pours really black with a big pillowy dark brown head . so i m a home brewer and just yesterday i bottled a beer that was huge and left a pretty sizable trub in both the primary and secondary . anyway this beer smells like trub . all yeast and dog hair a bit of sweet roast . too yeasty . sweet vanilla bourbon dominates the flavor up front . bitter roast and alcohol end this monster of a brew . caramel in there too somewhere . leaves a harsh burnt bitterness for a long time . nice . very slick greasy mouthfeel . full bodied yes but kind of oily too . this is definitely sipper . the taste is fantastic but with that yeasty smell i m glad i did n t splurge on the full sixer .,aroma,0.4,0
paid . or so for a single . the beer poured a nice dark brown base with a light tan and large head excellant head retention and very nice lacing effects one of the best looking beers out there . the aroma was quite lax nothing really going on in the nose it smelled a little spicey and nutty but that s all i got . . . subject to be changed . the taste is solid nice mix of unique spices and a grea tmalt taste with a sweet tone as well i found it hard to grasp what exactly was in here but it was dispersed throughout very well . the mouthfeel is very gentle in my mouth and the aftertaste is incredible . the drinkability is way up there could be a session beer but i would disclaimer it b c of it s . abv . which i did n t even slightly notice . final thought this one stands out clearly the unique taste and beautiful attributes place this beer on a mantle .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle bottle a thick deep black under a small dark brown head . no lace no retention . a good looking beer for the style . s smells sweet bit of chocolate and coffee . a little lacking however . t very nice taste sweet up front ending in a big roasted bitterness mixed with some dark chocolate and a little bit of coffee . everything slightly lacking in the aroma is thrown right into your face in the taste department . very chocolaty but mixed in so well with the roasted malt just perfect balance . m d silky smooth on the tongue hardly any alcohol at all medium carbonation full bodied . very good drinkability for such a big beer . could easily drink a few pints of this .,aroma,0.7,1
super dry beer . if someone told me to imagine apple wine this is what i would expect . little to no head somewhat salty taste that is overshadowed by the fruitiness of the beer . my friends and i definitely were n t expecting this out a saison but we were really happy to have it .,aroma,0.6,1
had on tap at terry s murky dirty looking pale yellow with a touch of orange mixed in . very thin head but it last as long as strom thurmand s term as a senator . the spiciness attacks your olefactory senses with a vengence . cinnamon nutmeg and maybe some cloves . aroma reminds me of some winter warmers i ve had . there is a nice lemon and orange zest in the flavor mixed in with a large does of spiciness . again cinnamon nutmeg and cloves . light to medium bodied . over all it s flavorful and drinkable . i deducted a half a point in the drinkability because of the spiciness . after a couple i would want to move on to something else .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap seems to pour and sit darker than from bottle. deep dark pour . sits like a porter . aroma is quite light some dark malt and hop but too light and not nearly as aromatic as the bottle . taste is sort of black coffee like which is interesting because i never noticed that too much from the bottle . all the key flavors are certainly present with same complexity as bottle brown scotch ale ipa . very deep and rich . mouth is full and a bit thick . very tasty . very good all around though it could be tough to drink a bunch .,aroma,0.6,1
consumed at square one brewing served in a pint glass a this beer pours an opaque black with a one finger of frothy light brown head . head recedes quickly leaving sheets of lacing . s nose is oatmeal roasted malts and a touch metallic . hmmm . t taste is a massive dose of honey in the forefront with a bit of fleeting coffee flavoring . huge burnt malts come through with another heaping dose of honey and a bit of vanilla . m lighter side of medium body medium carbonation light and slightly prickly on the tongue . o goes down ok somewhat tasty not too filling mild kick interesting take on the style . i appreciate what square one tried to do but the honey is just overdone . by the time i finished the pint it was n t as noticeable but i do n t think that i would order another pint of this one .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle split and poured into a sierra nevada tulip . . abv best before . . holy crap . serve at f pl on the cork . thanks to my brother in sour beerwolf for splitting another great brew with me . a bright blood red in color topped by a lightly tan hued pink head with absolutely superb retention for a lambic . arches of lace are left on the tulip . s this funky aroma takes me straight to my aunt and uncle s wood paneled basement up in the northwoods . horse blanket and faint cherry skin this beer smells more funky than it does sour and it s borderline orgasmic . t completely lacking in lactic acidity and yeast funk all that s left in the flavor is tart fresh cherry skin . tasty but a major league let down from what the aroma presents . m tart cherry gives the mouthfeel a little kick but no real acidic or sour characteristics come through . o while it s good it s hard to get past how disappointing the beer is after the out of this world aroma . well balanced and flavorful anyway .,aroma,1.0,1
a okay the pink head is throwing me off a little bit . but then again i am not a huge iambic fan . the body remains very cloudy and copper ruby shaded while the head dissipates quick with a very tight lacing . s heavy on the cranberry aroma with faint hints of wheat and raisins . i am also getting a smell of apples i think . t the apple splashes down first . after that first wave it is a super tart cranberry flavoring . also hints of raisins and plain wheat . the malt is very underplayed standing second stage to the cranberry . no hop bitterness to speak of whatsoever . m very tart and sour . the body of the beer is light itself but it leaves a very nasty fruit bitterness in the end . d as it recommended on the bottle i could see this going along well with a desert or to someone who does not prefer the taste of anything not a fruit beer . ah who the hell am i kidding i would buy this for my girlfriend .,aroma,0.7,1
part of nepa bc split . pours a dark amber color with a couple inches of fluffy light tan head . head is pretty light and bubbly and settles slowly to a nice lace and leaves some messy stick . there s a lot going on in this nose . at first is it a bit sour and funky but then takes on some earthy hop characteristics . it s also quite fruity with apples especially and has some peppery spice . spice really comes out more and more with each whiff and there s just a ton of complexity here . i like it . taste starts off bready and earthy then there is some spice and then it s really all hops . the hops are really earthy and woodsy tasting overall with a moderate level of bitterness in the finish . there is some of that apple and fruit flavor but the hops really dominate this one . i do n t get much of any sour or funk either to be honest . the yeast is mostly spicy and earthy not tart or sour . i was hoping for more sour because it would have played with the hops in a really interesting way . but mostly this just tastes like a hoppy belgian pale . mouthfeel is medium bodied and pretty crisp with a tingly carbonation . it gets pretty dry through the finish though with all the bitterness . this is pretty good but not spectacular . the nose is really complex and interesting but that does n t translate flavorwise as this tastes much more straightforward . for the price i would hope for more .,aroma,0.9,1
pouring this bear reminded me of being a little girl and eating those orange push up flinestones pops back in the elementary school cafeteria in the s . color was an amber infused orange with a fluffy cream colored head . the smell was uneventful with hints of honey and orange . the taste pleasantly suprised me . i m a fan of dark beers and usually dislike significant amounts of hops . this was quite hoppy but strong orange undertones balanced the hops out with a tingling sweetness . it was a medium bodied beer with just enough carbonation that remained as pleasant as when it began .,aroma,0.6,1
odell s red ale came out of the bottle an awesome red color with a fluffy off white head . the aroma was very hoppy but present were notes of caramel and maybe some toffee . the beer starts sweet and finishes bitter but is not very memorable in either department . this is not helped by a watery mouth feel . the beer is pretty average overall and there are many many red ales to go for if you are looking for something impressive in the style .,aroma,0.8,1
two words . completely overdone . this beer has way too much spice made me queasy after the first or second sip . might have exceptional ratings and be a very well liked beer however i found it a complete waste of money the spice just overpowered the beer i felt like i might as well throw a date some raisins and maybe a prune into a blender add a bit of vodka and call it a day . overextended the spice on this one,aroma,0.8,1
it s darker than a steer s tookus on a moonless prairie night . awww i m ramblin again . not much in the aroma save for some barely detectable roasted chocolate malt . not surprisingly the roasted chocolate malts are the backbone of this beer . a burst of bitterness hits you up front and then a slight sourness is present as the beer goes down . full bodied with proper carbonation . not bad .,aroma,0.6,1
a piss color good lacing and head . s terrible crap smell with skunky hops . t light straw w hint of lemon . m med carb that is ok. d the beer at hand carling had a terrible smell color decent taste but still it is n t something that i would drink and might not even wish it upon my enemies .,aroma,0.2,0
i had a can and bottle too but on tap it was a good bit better . served in a iced branded mug . clear dark yellowish tone bleached white head that faded quickly . i could n t smell much of anything other than some light hops on the nose . remarkably ordinary lager that impersonates a pilsner on occasion . more malty on the tongue than expected finish was clean and it was crisp troughout . typical feel and drinkability . i did find this was the beer i liked most of the polish beers i got to try in warsaw and rzeszow but that is n t saying much .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pale yellow smell i enjoy the smell of this beer . a scent of hops slightly fruity . taste watery like a light beer . hints of lemon . this beer is a good one to wash down some jerk pork mouthfeel not great but not bad either . typical or slightly lacking of your run of the mill lager . drinkability the best part about this beer is the drinkability . having a red stripe just leaves you wanting more . to me this beer is more about having something a little different . the bottle shape the unique taste and the mouthfeel combine to create an experience that is somewhat unique . while this is n t a beer i buy often it is definitely one i can enjoy drinking .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a beautiful honey color bright off white head that fades fairly quickly . smell is an amazing cornucopia of hops with grapefruit pine notes both present . taste is a bit of a let down compared to the amazing aroma . i know it s an ipa and as such a healthy dose of hops is expected but a bit more balance would ve been more enjoyable . mouthfeel is great not too sticky not too watery . a really good ipa . here in the nw we re a bit spoiled so maybe i m biased . but still a great beer that i would enjoy having again .,aroma,1.0,1
. for a . fl oz bottle . a typical tripel appearance . dirty copper color . moderate head on this one . sticky lacing already appearing . s a lot of fruit pears white grapes guava peaches oranges . yeast are working overtime here overwhelming the malt . t sugary malts dominate very candy like . butterscotch . some peppery spicy notes in the middle . a surprisingly bitter aspirin aftertaste at the end . m you can really taste the booze here . despite being very well carbonated this is n t as quaffable as other tripels i ve had . o a mixed bag here . smells great but kind of disjointed on the taste and mouthfeel .,aroma,0.9,1
pilsen callao completes the trifector of beer variety down here in peru along with cristal and cusquea . it does however taste a little different than the other two . it has a slightly more hoppy and bitter taste with more carbonation than most beers . think of it kind of like pabst blue ribbon without so much adjunct taste . you can taste a little bit of rice and some burnt flavors too but pilsen doesnt leave too much of a bad aftertaste . the draught is a million times better than the bottled variety and it must be taken cold . once it starts warming up watch out . its definitely a pilsener but dont expect anything like a good european brew .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a very pale golden orange color that has more of a yellowish tint with golden yellow hues when held t a light sour e and a one finger foam white head with decent retention slowly fading into a lastig ring . slightly earth hop aroma with very subtle pine notes and a prominent biscuit malt backbone . not much of a citrus presence and does n t smell as hoppy as the description had me hoping for . pretty hop forward for a pale ale and much more than the aroma suggested . nice amount of dry bitterness with hints of earthy pine which is quickly balanced by a nice malt back bone with a prominent biscuit flavor . slightly floral with a slight earthy straw presence . well balanced fuller bodiedtuan expected and a very drinkable session beer . just do n t tell the english .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance the color is a very very light gold it s completely translucent . head formation is quick but the retention and lacing are minimal . there is a lot of carbonation in this brew . smell ugh it reeks like a skunk and i m not exaggerating one bit . ok to be fair it smells more like a skunk in a field since there s a fairly hearty aroma of grass too . unfortunately it s not a good grass smell along the lines of something earthy . judging by several other reviews it seems that the skunky smell is not indicative of the fact that the beer is indeed skunked . either way the smell is awful . taste it s somewhat bitter and only very slightly sweet . the grassy aroma is manifest as a rather pungent flavor . there s some balance between the bitterness and grassy flavor unfortunately this matters little because the taste is n t really that great . mouthfeel the carbonation tingles the tongue and it feels good in the mouth for the most part . that is until the taste kicks in . it s not watery per say but it is rather light . my mouth is dried out a bit after i ve finished sipping . drinkability it goes down very smooth this seems to be the beer s only redeeming characteristic . i really ca n t see how someone can drink too many of these unless they ve already had a few . i guess at that point it does n t matter what it tastes like going down so the smooth drinkability helps a bit . summary this was my first french beer . as much as i would like to say it s my last i will not do so . i m not so close minded and i m sure that there are some at least one hopefully . good french beers out there . over time the smell seems to die down a bit but it still does n t taste that great either way . use your discresion if you choose to purchase this beer i certainly wo n t buy it again even though i ll still try other french brews .,aroma,0.3,0
light straw golden color with an airy white head . actually laces a bit . light and sweet nose with a bit of corn cereal grains . light and crisp moderate sweetness with a dry grainy finish . actually has some thickness on the tongue with a heavy dose of carbonation . having never tried high life before i was n t sure exactly what to expect . i m actually rather enjoying it and it may even supplant pbr as the cheapie of choice .,aroma,0.4,0
this brew poured a large head of fie to large sized off white bubbles that soon disappeared . it had a nice transparent amber color with no carbonation evident . it had a very mild malt aroma . now the real interesting part of this review is the brew s flavor . it is smooth with a complex flavor of many interesting notes . there s nut malt spice caramel and butter in the flavor .,aroma,0.4,0
i poured a normal oz bottle into a euro beer glass cl and it came out . yellow . just pale yellow like a budweiser or something on that level . it had a nice white head that disapated completely in about seconds . no lacing lumping anything at all for that matter . no head retention of any kind . it smells okay actually not really that bad . it smells malty and a bit yeasty no outstanding smells . i have mixed opinions about the taste . on one hand it had some nice malty sweetness and a few pleasant earthy flavors mostly grains some sourness too . on the other hand it had hints of cardboard . well not even hints of it . it tasted like i was chewing on a cardboard box . the mouthfeel was halfway decent but nothing out of the ordinary . a little thicker than one would think but still kind of watery . you can put back a few of these fairly easily on a hot day but a nice snpa would be infinantly better .,aroma,0.6,1
brewed with a combination of three different chocolate malts premium english row malted barley premium pacific northwest hops cocoa nibs cacao bittersweet chocolate lactose and blackstrap molasses . . abv ibus . winner best in show world expo of beer . . for a oz bottle . pours out to a very dark deep brown forming a modest light tan head which quickly recedes and does n t form any lace . the carbonation is mild requiring a firm pour to achieve a head . the aroma is of cocoa nibs with the piquant woody vanilla nose that nibs have followed by slightly sour milk and more milk and a whiff of alcohol when swirled . the mouthfeel is sharp with kiwi acidity . i think this batch might be tainted because it is much more sour than anticipated for the style . i suspect a bottling sanitation issue which unfortunately seems to be the norm from arcadia and many other michigan brewers . in other words this will not age well so do n t even bother . medium bodied . taste is a recap of the aroma . chocolate nibs kiwi fruit milk mild herbal bitterness medium bodied with chalky mineral adjuncts and a sour aftertaste . moderately sweet despite the sourness but still not a good combo . i bet this is heavenly on tap but in the bottle there is an obvious problem . drain pour .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a snifter . pours a dark black with a couple fingers of light brown head . smell is strongly vanilla delicious bourbon vanilla . mouthfeel is warm the booziness coming through . tastes magnificent i love the vanilla also roasty flavors coming through strongly . the main detractor for me at least is the booziness at i d expect it to be coming through somewhat less actually . but i m cellaring a few bottles and i anticipate that age will mellow this and make it even better .,aroma,1.0,1
a hazy amber huge top some lacing s lemony citrus honey nice floral hops very clean t m malt upfront with a unique flavor that i ca n t quite place . next is herbal bitter hops with a long and dry finish . d not at this price . overall an interesting in your face beer that does not back up the cost .,aroma,0.9,1
nflmvp sent this along as an extra in a recent trade . one of six extras to be exact . bottled on so yeah it s got two years of age on it to . steve must be on a mission to make all other traders look cheap . either that or he s just downright awesome . thanks a ton steve . poured into a new belgium globe . appearance does n t look too thick as i pour it into my glass not thick or dark enough for an imperial stout anyway . once settled however the body is opaque black . still appears to lack in terms of body looks neither thick nor oily . the head is foamy light brown and kind of resembles what you d see atop a freshly poured cola . it reaches a maximum height of about one inch and then slowly recedes to a creamy durable tan cap . pretty good lacing and the blot in the middle of the head must mean that there s quite a bit of carbonation in this one . smell roasted coffee raspberries wow that smells good . slurrrp tootsie rolls prunes sour cherries maybe plums and lots of roasted malt . talk about bouquet . sticky piney hops also noted as well as some flowery accents . very nice . taste milk chocolate malt balls caramel sour cherries resinous hops and roasted malt . the roasted malt and oily hop bitterness hang around to form a smooth yet robust aftertaste . alcohol is detectable in the finish as well and could probably be hidden better with the addition of more malt . however this may upset the harmonious balance that this beer s already got . delicious . mouthfeel oily sticky slightly creamy with velvety carbonation dry and warm . body is thin which proves to be quite annoying but otherwise good . drinkability i ll bet this is a total hop bomb when it s fresh . with two years of age it s damn good . i was a little scared after the initial pour but this one totally exceeded expectations . tons of complexity in every sip . light er body may provide a bit more room in the belly but the heat prevents this one from going down too smoothly .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from the bottle into a weizen glass a pours a hazy golden yellow with a massive four finger sudsy head that leaves no lacing . s strong aroma of banana clove yeast pear bubblegum wheat nuttiness and spice . complex and aromatic . t banana clove pear lots of spice and the alcohol was surprisingly prominent some warming . m pretty high carbonation crisp finishes dry drinks smooth o first weizenbock i have ever had . reminded me a lot of a hefeweizen with more alcohol and spice .,aroma,1.0,1
nothing special here . a pale copper yellow with a frothy white head that leaves behind an amazing lace that clings tightly to the glass . not much of a nose on this english ipa . a culprit of the half pint glass . hints of bready malts . thick with bready malts cereal grain and toffee candy . some earthy hops on the middle that leads into a floral bitterness with a grassy piney finish . all of this is taken in check with a vanilla toasty oaky flavor that just pulls things together . an almost marshmallow flavor with a star fruit and lemon zest fruit .,aroma,0.6,1
ml into imperial pint glass . a clear slightly goldish orange . a full fingers of stick head . nice lacing . s nose is n t as big as i remember on this one but still nice . a decent mix of pine and citrus with the citrus taking more of a lead than in most sn ipas . t piney hops . a really nice lingering bitterness that is just enough without being too much . m a little light of medium bodied . easy drinking . well carbonated . o a solid ipa that i enjoy a bottle of a year on release .,aroma,0.6,1
i m a fan of budweiser . i consider it an old stand by always there and available when i need it . i m also a fan of domestic ice lagers because of their added punch drinkability and low price . unfortunately budweiser ice lager disappointing . first the positive remarks mouthfeel is watery but not too bad with plenty of carbonation at first it loses it fast and if you are drinking from a or it may seem flat by the bottom . the finish is enjoyable with a very malty taste . finally . for a ounce bottle . now for the bad the smell is awful and i mean really really bad . i drink plenty of malt liquors and this is one of the worst smelling beers i ve ever come across . there is a slight budweiser taste in bud ice but like a budweiser that was left out in the sun for a week then chilled for you to drink . it is bitter and skunky tasting . i have had alot of these and they are all the same . i have a hard time understanding why a brewery would want a beer to tast like this . finally this beer goes down hill fast . you need to drink it now . if it warms up forget it . we are talking swill city . flat bitter and disgusting . i would n t recommend this unless you are trying to find the worst ice lager available . truly an embarrassing brew for a b .,aroma,0.3,0
pours up a red orange colour with a solid two finger eggshell coloured head . nice head retention . smell is incredible . only the most dazzling gets a but if there were a i d definitely give it to smell on this one . loads of fruit sweet roasted malts and even what i perceive to a be faint tobacco aroma . also a faint earthy smell suggesting damp loamy soil . very inviting . to my regret while still very good this smells quite a bit better than it tastes . flavour is dominated by sweet toasted malts with a bit of a caramel nuance hanging around . definitely good but not even close to the depth and complexity in the smell . feels nice in the mouth with just the right level of carbonation for the style . i must admit however this drinks a little heavier than one would expect from something . not exceptional but still a very good american attempt at an irish red . i d pick it up again .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this during the bottle share at jackie o s during the bottle release . poured into a sample glass . appearance pours a reddish dark amber with a layer of off white head that fades pretty quickly . smell sweet citrus hops that smell incredibly fresh . the sweet malt balances things out well but still lets the hops shine . really amazing . taste malty up front with some spice in the malt . some dark fruit shows up before the citrus hops take over . the hops are good but not nearly as good as the smell . mouthfeel medium body but it is a bit grainy . mild carbonation and a dry finish . overall this beer smells awesome and the taste is a bit of a letdown . that being said it was still quite good and i would have another .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at a chain casual dining restaurant poured into a cheater pint . appearance half inch thick foamy white head that lasts a long time and leaves big streaks of lacing . color is a translucent dull golden honey color . smell very little aroma . some faint possibly grassy or piny hops some faint malt and a third equally faint somewhat unpleasant bmcish skunk smell . taste big and warm bready malt is the dominant flavor . up front there s a strong but very short lasting hop hit without much character . throughout the beer has a pleasantly mild sweetness underpinning the airy earthy malt . the big malt flavor lasts long after each sip . pretty refreshing beer . there s a hint of skunky sickly bitter taste like in a stella artois but it s not dominant at all . it s also the only bad thing about the flavor . as the beer warms some creamy and almost caramely notes start to emerge which is interesting . mouthfeel medium bodied . a lot fuller bodied than it looks or than i expected from the style . it s actually very good deliciously creamy but still watery enough to be refreshing and easy drinking . carbonation is heavy but it works well with that aggressive breezy breadiness and with the fuller body . mouthfeel is perhaps the best aspect of this beer . drinkability very good . the alcohol is predictably undetectable and the beer delivers a lot of good classic beer flavors that big malt and even the subdued hops . it does n t quite have the complexity to bring me back to it that often but obviously the style does n t really demand it . i would love it if noble pils became a staple on the taps of less craft oriented bars and restaurants though because it s good enough to have a place in the kind of bars and stores that bas prefer to frequent . to engage in some ba forum comparison nonsense it s a bit weaker in the nose than prima pils and not quite as balanced but in all i think i prefer the taste of noble pils . sam adams would be smart to make this a staple year round offering .,aroma,0.6,1
opaque brown milkshake color head is huge on this stout and slow to go . nose is roasty coffee caramel roast chocolate herbal hop and fruity spicy and nutty yeast products . crazy . the first thing that hits me is fruit bouquet then herbal hop ushers in phenols . there is a sourness i find off putting and tobacco in the finish . good if you do n t think of it as stout . awesome with lamb . this stuff is definately different . mouthfeel gets points off for stinging .,aroma,1.0,1
it s a big beer large format bottle . dark with not so dark . hoppy but happy . a little drizzle of foreign oil . it s good do n t delude me do n t confuse me . but it s not extraordinary . i like it like a stout woman standing in an orchard of fruit . eating the fruit . hairy but in a good way . naked people dancing you know am i sure i want to watch this . oh . yeah . i think i do . like that . it s good . stop worrying so much . drink me .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a decent initial head that fades very fast . a tiny bit sticks around for a little white . the color is thickly black . the smell is strong of mint . there is also some black licorice in the back . there is some sugary sweetness and grape as well . this overpowers the chocolate malting going on . slight hop aroma in the back easy to overlook . the taste is of chocolate malts and black licorice with some mint and toffee . taste is overly sweet as this beer is obviously loaded with candy sugar . sort of like a novelty beer hey it s percent alcohol woo . yeah but does that make it a good beer no . this beer just had a fuckload of candy sugar . anyone can do that . behind the sweetness lies some chocolate malts and faint hops . i want more hops in this beer and some roasted malts . chocolate malts and sugar . i m not impressed . there are some fruity notes like grape . the mint and black licorice is also there but no roasted malt and way too much sugar . i feel sugar on my palate . the sweetness is slightly cloying . i respect dogfish head for their creativity and their ipas . but i did n t like midas touch that much it was alright but eh . the raison d etre is n t that impressive . i think the only beers i ve had from them that live up to their reputation are the and minute ipa . i almost forgot that i do really enjoy the punkin ale as well . i m kind of disappointed . i think my love of the ipas has given them a free pass but really i think dogfish head releases a few novelty beers that are really subpar . i do n t think i need to say anything about the drinkability you can figure it out from my review .,aroma,0.8,1
poured yellow with a creamy head nothing special . i was hoping the skunk would n t knock me down but it did . my girlfriend thought a skunk had entered the room and i do n t blame her . the taste though lacked the skunk . the taste is very light and sweet . light hops if any . the mouthfeel was a little watery . overall though it is very drinkable and refreshing as long as you do n t smell it .,aroma,0.3,0
big worst mikkeller barleywine . a murky melted raisin brown with some light chocolate hues strange dark orange at the edges minimal carbonation and lacing . like a cup of majestic lakewater . s tons of dark figs raisins dates some plums and a huge alcoholic waft that clear cuts your olfactory like strip miners . the heat is present and accounted for in an overriding way . t the taste delivers its dark fruits with a similar character to a quad but with less maltiness . it has huge dark fruits and a slight caramel character to it but i would say the most overdone aspect is the heat fro the alcohol which storms across your palate like a bull in a china shop . one gulp i swallowed too aggresively and got warm spit in my lower jaw like when you are about to gag . i can handle chocolate rain and the beast and other big hitters the problem with this beer is its onesided rampage on your palate . it is too thin for the caged alcohol raptor that it seeks to tag along to the event . m the mouthfeel is relatively thin and has moderate coating this is a bad thing because it is like putting a jockey in the place of a lion trainer . as a result the only thing that i can really focus on is getting the huge alcohol down . i would say this is less a problem with me being a pampered prep school beer boy and more a problem of balance on the part of mikkeller . d i guess this depends on how masochistic you are and how badly you want to endure multiple floggings just to enjoy some dark fruit splendor . take a bottle three philosophers then pour three shots of whiskey into it you have yourself a bottle of big worst . i can see some highbrown frat kids at princeton drinking this in excess for both domestic accolades and highbrow marks . its complete disregard for my gag zones puts even one oz bottle on the no fly list . narrative these first dates never go well oh sure everyone keeps looking but what am i supposed to do . leave him in his kennel all evening . sure go ahead and judge i know this is olive garden i know he is a rottweiler but i am sorry is it your business how i spend my money . this tour of italy is delicious but i ca n t help but wonder if they are going to make me pay for the tablecloth that he is destroying . michael is totally unable to control the fear on his face how uncompromising of him . here we are at a lovely italian dinner and all he can complain about is how much it will cost to replace his tattered banana republic slacks . i wont get rid of a member of my family michael how dare you ask me to do something like that . sure i could have chained him outside taken him to obedience classes or maybe kept him under a bit more discipline but i feel like if someone ca n t love hephaestus they ca n t love me . what is a pair of khakis and a destroyed table cloth compared to an everlasting love and a lbs . watchdog . check please .,aroma,0.8,1
the aromas are loaded with dank hop earthiness and woodiness from the oak aging . defintely also some citrus pine and the alcohol notes finish out the smells . the tastes are good with apple brandy like alcohol that is hot on the tongue right off the bat but this one is too syprupy for me . i just ca n t enjoy a beer that tastes this thick . cloyingly sweet in my opinion . carbonation is undetectable and the body is too thick to enjoy the hop profile sugary body sticks to the tongue . i m also having a hard time enjoying the wood aging because of the extreme cloyingness of this one . abv is n t tasted but understood because of the thickness in malt . overall this one just does n t come together for me . the oak is there but not in a good way and the thickness syrup qualities detract from the hops .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a tan head and looks a standard coffee brown in the glass . flavor itself was pretty mild but what is cool with this beer is it has the flavor and feel of drinking a mild mocha malt . i found it thoroughly satisfying like a kid at a malt shop slowly draining his glass . plus it was reasonably priced so you know i m going to be repeating this one .,aroma,0.6,1
i tried this beer because men s health recommended it and really had no expectations going in . i ll go ahead and say that i was slightly disappointed with this beer . appearance mostly orange with a white head that varied greatly depending on how the beer was poured smell i smelled almost nothing at all maybe a faint spice . my roommate said he could smell the pomegranate but i sure couldn t taste i found nothing distinct about the taste at all . it reminded me of a well s bombardier mouthfeel medium bodied with little carbonation drinkability all in all i think that anyone could enjoy this beer its not very bitter though it s quite watery,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a unibroue tulip glass . appeared a gold amber with a massive cream colored billowing head that lingered for a great while . smelled distinctly of banana along with spices and bread . tastes starts with a little bread grass then peppery spice then a bit metallic and finally hop bitterness . very well balanced . mouthfeel is great good carbonation glides over the tongue and has some bite . a very fine example of a belgian blonde .,aroma,1.0,1
a straw yellow to light amber upon pour lots of bubbles very frothy s some light malts hint of skunkiness not much otherwise t watery light hoppy bitterness . taste of corn some grassy notes but very light overall m crisp seltzer like easy going o heineken is an ok choice compared to other commonly found beers but is not very interesting . sometimes the skunkiness factor can be off putting but it s usually pretty easy drinking if that s what you re looking for .,aroma,0.3,0
a amazing looking brew . head quickly settles into a nice light brown foamy crown . head stays as a thin cracker for the entirety . some nice lacing too . s very grape . not to much else . some slight heat but not sugary . some deep molasses . almost smells like lighter fluid . t lots of big smooth flavor . an awesome b wine . slightly sweet but not overly . not too much heat . some big grape notes turn out well . m perfect with only slight bitterness . o phew . this one will take your head off . . . an awesome brew but one to let sit and rest for a few years .,aroma,0.6,1
after almost a year and a half in japan i decided to try out the most popular beer in the country in which i d been living . so i went down to a vending machine near my residence . and the push of a button later i had a can that reminded me of a good ole coors light in my hand . i prepared myself for the same watery drinkability of a coors light . my mistake . immediately thoughts of vomit entered my head . initial gut reaction was to spit this out but i respect beer too much . even terrible beer . i gave it another sip . i could n t even taste the rice that was supposed to be the base . a strong and dry alcohol taste is prevalent to the point of artificiality . in terms of the mouthfeel of the beer that s probably the best point . the carbonation is what you d expect of a macro beer and rather well balanced . they say the dry taste appeals to the japanese palate and sales show that it s the best selling beer in japan . that being said i d recommend avoiding this beer at all costs . seriously i ve had better hopposhu .,aroma,0.2,0
had this with some spicy chinese food at a local sit down chinese eatery . i wanted a miller lite or something more familiar but the waiter brought this so of course i had to indulge not to mention i had to because i found a red pepper in my mongolian beef . a bottle poured into a fluted glass . it poured a nice clear yellowish gold and had a small finger head that quickly dissipated into nothing . no lacing could be detected . s smelled kind of bitter to me . maybe it was just my nose being on fire that skewed that t very malty up front kind of bitter on the tongue and very dry . i could barely detect alcohol and once i swallowed it finished clean leaving me wanting more m thin as is usual for this style . not bad just not a real mouthfull d just above average . i tried this right afterwards as well and noticed it didnt seem as drinkable as it did while i was eating spicy chinese food . this one is a good choice for spicy foods of all kinds not just chinese . if you must go eat chinese you really cant go wrong drinking this . it did help to put the fire out nicely .,aroma,0.4,0
my first review . having spent the last couple of months working my way through the hop monsters available in my area i was looking forward to this one . unfortunately i was not impressed . oz . bottle with no freshness date . looked to have been on the shelf for some time as evidenced by a good layer of dust . poured into a oz tulip goblet hybrid glass . a looked good nice medium red a little cloudier than i ve seen in other offerings . reasonable head after aggresssive pour that did n t last long . s nice at first citrus and hoppy but turned slighty musty malty . after a few minutes in the glass t the first sip was pleasant even very good . i had a couple of my first hopdevils the night before and thought i was on the same track . after a few sips however a distinctly musty character presented itself . i thought to blame in on the sharp cheddar i had just had and even went so far as to rinse my mouth out with distilled water and try again but it would not go away . m spread across the palate in a big way . did n t seem as strong as the indicated . d not good . had to force my way through a second bottle which i opened to be sure the first was n t a bad example . i guess i may be spoiled by my earlier experiences with alpha king hopdevil and my new found obsession with dfh minute but i would not drink this one again . the remaining four bottles will go to future guests .,aroma,0.8,1
this brew poured a medium head of finely sized white bubbles and a transparent light amber brown body . the head faded away fairly quickly and left no lacing . it has a very mild unnoticeable aroma . its flavor is a bit on the fizzy side and that of mild hops . it was fairly smooth with a bit of a foretaste and a mild lingering hop aftertaste .,aroma,0.3,0
growler filled at the brewery . poured into an imperial pint glass formed a somewhat minimal brown head over the more or less opaque dark brown brew . head is down to a uneven film pretty quick but still leaves plenty of long lasting lace . aroma is wow coffee rich robust you want it it s here with a nice dark malt sweetness underneath . taste is a duet of the sweet grain character and intense coffee which closes dry . mouthfeel is smooth and avoids the acridness some coffee brews end up with and drinkability is nice . a nice wake you up brew to start your day with .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bomber into an imperial pint . it s a cloudy amber color with an off white head . good looking beer . it smells like citrusy hops but not overwhelming . taste is much of the same . pine hops with a bitter aftertaste . a little hint of caramel . good iipa but not the best i ve ever had .,aroma,0.9,1
pours the lightest straw yellow i ve ever seen from a beer with a two finger head that s gone in a flash leaving behind very little lacing . lots of big carbonation bubbles keeping a fairly decent cap on top of the urine colored liquid . aroma is of some husky corny grainy malts . aroma is not sweet in least almost a budweiser type aroma . taste is much more pleasant than the aroma . surprisingly sweet in the taste which i was n t expecting from the smell with hints of rice budweiser like again but nothing much in the way of some decent malt flavor . i suppose i expected worse due to the low reviews but it s really not that bad folks . i ve easily has worse lagers than this . mouthfeel is crisp and somewhat clean well carbonated and fairly refreshing . not a bad brew as some would lead you to believe but probably would not buy again unless some gave me one at a japanese restaurant . just to be sure could i be drinking a budweiser in a japanese bottle . .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at bailey s during their killer beer fest . the beer pours a tawny brown honey color with litterally no head or lacing . the nose on this beer confirms what i suspected from the appearance this beer has seen some serious bourbon barrel aging . although the appearace of this beer is nothing to write home about any thought that i might be trying something ordinairy quickly evaporated when i took one sniff . wow . sweet mother marie . i get candy corn brown sugar chocolate vanilla caramel apple and pecan pie all wrapped up in a sweet bourbon package . this smells just terrific . the flavors on the palate generallyh replicate the nose except they re not as intense and the brown sugar and chocolate seem to dominate the flavor profile . this beer seems to be completely still as i do n t pick up any carbonation . however mouthfeel is soft long and very smooth and drinkability is good . the beer is a bit on the sweet side but not abnormally so for the style . the beer finishes very smoothly with an oaky almost bacony wisp of flavor at the end . this is a very impressive very rich tasting beer .,aroma,1.0,1
i got this brew cask conditioned which was quite a treat . i was n t sure what cask conditioned was but now i have a good idea . having had the regular pig iron porter and the cask conditioned version i am going to venture to say that cask conditioning accentuates the flavors and gives it more creaminess . kind of like a nitro tap . i m not sure though appearance a subdued black with jaw dropping brown and white head that looked so creamy and frothy . smell not much here smelled like your average porter . weak coffee scents were all i got . taste like guinness draught with some balls . creamy as hell with expresso and arabian coffee as the upfront tastes . this then drifts into roasted malts and a modest hop kick . awesome taste that easily deserves a . i wanted to give it higher but it lacked the complexity to earn a . or in taste . mouthfeel unbelievable . it just flats in your mouth . .it is rich medium bodied and lusciously creamy . drinkability it s abv is n t that high and it goes down mad smooth .,aroma,0.6,1
presentation picked this up in ny recently while on a trip for work . surprisingly i do n t recall having seen it around my neck of the woods . poured from an . oz brown embossed bottle into an imperial pint glass . label in simple displaying the name the breweries crest and s mall man at the bottom carrying a tray of drinks on his head . best before apr . appearance pours with finger of light tan head . this settles to a series of islands of foam not quite covering the surface of the beer . the beer itself is a clear mahogany with a distinct ruby tone . no sediment in the bottle . smell wow . an amazingly rich and creamy nose with strong aromas of toffee cream and roasted marshmallows . taste mellow semi sweet malt upfront with a follow through of caramel toffee and coffee . finishes with a lingering mix of roasted barley and mild hop bitterness . mouthfeel lower than average carbonation as is appropriate for this style . body is very good . drinkability whatever hesitancy i had after seeing how it looked following the pour were overcome by the amazing aroma . a solid flavorful drink that i would kill to try on cask .,aroma,1.0,1
creamy long lasting head with excellent lacing . medium yellow gold in color . smell was odd . something seemed off . unbelievable the difference between smell and taste . the taste was great.sweet on the front rounding into a tartness and a very nice overtone of alcohol . mouthfeel is smooth and medium bodied with a nice light tart finish . drinkability is very good for the high abv . very easy to drink . i d have another although at . abv . i might regret it .,aroma,0.6,1
pours thick black with a small brown head . the smell was really subtle for me and i could n t detect anything more than a slight sweetness like burnt caramel . the taste is where this beer shines . starts sweet followed by a tingly explosion slightly nutty and chocolaty with a mild bitter finish . a definite keeper .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . quart bottle a pale yellow with a surprisingly firm head . s bits of corn nothing much really . t corn flavor very light though nothing really objectionable as the beer warms up . m light high in carbonation but surprisingly robust for a macro . d not a horrible beer pretty good for a macro just too light for my tastes . it has a pretty good drinkability though the quart bottle got boring after a while .,aroma,0.4,0
i bought this beer because of its packaging . it always seems to catch my eye so today i went for it . pours a nice clear gold with inch foam which goes away in a hurry but leaves a little reminder on the sides of my mug . i honestly can not smell this beer at all . nothing . nada . zilch . taste is an interesting combination of cream and apricots . a little malty aftertaste . sharp carbonation and just enough body give this a good rating . overall this is actually a pretty tasty drink but as far as beer goes its just avg . i ll drink it again but not very often . good beer for a beginner .,aroma,0.4,0
a cloudy burnt orange color with a white head that lasts . good lacing . served in a ufo hefe glass . s slight cloves and perhaps honey . t very good . cloves up front and banana s towards the end of the glass . m very good carbonation . d excellent . easily session this one .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a deep ruby as relatively low carbonation pushes up a meagre white head with rather horrendous retention not bsda appropriate at all . ruby carries through as a concept in the aroma with some nice plum cherry type scents wafting up . there s also a twinge of alcohol in the back . simple overall but i like the way this stuff smells . faint pitted fruit in the flavor with appropraitely odd yeastie bits around the perimeter and some chewey caramely malt in the middle . perhaps too much residual sugar for a bspa but again not disgreeable at all . the stuff is pleasant in the mouth with plenty of sugas to push things around and some alcoholic twinge but the carbonation is just too damn low to get this beer to score where is should on mouthfeel . in the end this is a beer that is so typical of american brewers it is a misinterpretation of a belgian . so many american brewed belgian style beers do n t have their yeasts pushed to their outer limits so there s too much residual sugar insufficient esters and frequently insufficient carbonation . why do they do this . are american brewers outside of vinnie and tomme really so cautious .,aroma,0.8,1
a was a very attractive abmer rust color with nice head that lasted for a good amount of time . s sweet nose with a hit of malt hops . t strong malt and hops and abv to match but balanced to perfection . fruit and candy hint you have to search for . a real mouth roller . m a heavier full brew with lighter carbonation . d one of my favorites . smooth and strong . lagunitas never disapoints .,aroma,1.0,1
on draft . pours brown with a tan head . aroma of bourbon or some type of liquor and also maybe putrid vomit . yeah this smelled pretty bad . flavor of very sweet malt and roasted notes with a tart lactic finish . this was very odd and very bad . people liked this . . .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a clear amber red with a thin light khaki head that diminishes to a ring and surface cover pretty quickly . some faint nutty malt aromas not much else really detectable in the nose . very pleasant taste toasty malts up front big biscuity flavors in the middle giving way to some citrus toward the finish with the slightest traces of buttery diacetyl followed by a hoppy finish . good balance overall and enough variety of tastes to stay interested . medium bodied a little oily with some briskness in the carbonation . very sessionable . my first opa opa i see it all over the place when i m in western mass during the summer . glad i finally tried one . i ll be having it again .,aroma,0.6,1
purchased from the blatz beer cave in milwaukee wi . poured gently into a snifter this beer was black with a thin tan head . aroma is of caramelized sugar and taffy it really does smell just like creme brulee . full bodied with a smooth mouth feel this beer had over the top flavors of burnt sugar vanilla and cream . it taste a little too much like real creme brulee . i m not saying that is necessarily bad just that oz . is a lot of it to drink in one sitting . and i split the bottle with my fiancee . it s definitely a sipper .,aroma,0.9,1
from a ml bottle the beer pours a fizzy dark brown color . the head is initially decent but quickly falls into a glass encircled ring . the aroma is a little off putting . sour notes like sour apples a little roasted malt and a little earthy character . what s worse though is a little rancid with a old butter and fat quality . not really pleasant . the flavor is quite sweet with some of the sour notes from the smell coming through . some roast qualities and quite sweet . medium mouthfeel with some carbonation . all in all this one is not well done . either poorly brewed or poorly conceived . either way i d avoid it .,aroma,0.3,0
on cask at bar volo cask days . high abv noted . smelled like coconut sugar pie the nose is great . dark . sweet though not cloying it is a dark beer maybe their base dark with coconut added and a little confection sugar.nothing special to taste but the smell .,aroma,0.9,1
whoa very little floating particles for a wheat . how appetizing . nice straw yellow color clouded a little bit . i am not impressed with the smell as it reminds me of a wet morning in a cornfield . acidic flavor compounded by strong wheat flavor . has a note of apple . the texture is light yet full begging you to take another sip . i would n t like much more than a few more sips . there are more complex and appealing wheats out there .,aroma,0.4,0
this brew has an aroma of alcohol in it . when poured it yielded a very energetic light brown head of large bubbles that formed a very nice lacing as it receded down the side of my glass with a dark ruby brown almost opaque body . it looks delicious as i anticipate my first taste . i am not disappointed . initially it had a very smooth taste then the roasted malt coffee finish hits . not a strong coffee taste mind you but there none the less . still it was very smooth and much to my liking .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from oz bottle into my c b bruges snifter . a pours completely pitch black with a foamy tan head . when i first opened it there was a fairly big pop from the air being released and the pour yielded a rather large head . i m hoping this one s not over carbonated . as the head is receding its leaving a nice thick lace behind . s this stout is rather floral and a tad hot . the first smell i get is a strong alcohol burn but what follows is great . the deeper you smell the more you are able to pick out aromas of unsweetened dark chocolate coffee and molasses . t oh how bitter sweet it is . in the best kind of way this is a fairly sweet stout what i would expect but on the way out it kicks your taste buds with some hop bitterness so that you remember that it was there leaving your mouth a tad dry with the hop oils resting on your lips and tongue . m thank god its not over carbonated . this beer is smooth and creamy . d at . abv i was expecting more of a boozy effect but other than the smell i m unable to find the . . its very drinkable and for this style i really appreciate it . i can easily enjoy this one on my own and not feel like i need to split it . also at around you cant go wrong . thanks bear republic for making and awesome accessible beer as always .,aroma,0.6,1
a a deep rich mahogany red with a finger head receding swiftly to a thin but thorough light brown coating . very nice dense avant garde lacing yep i used avant garde to describe lacing . s spicy alright . sweet cinnamon and nutmeg and clove and dark fruits plum mainly . bright sweet malts and a little toffee . sure smells like the season . t allspice lingers for a mere moment teasing the palate but never reaches its potential wish there was more here . a hop bite grabs your attention mid taste followed by a dry toasted malt finish with a sprinkle of white pepper . the taste does not live up to the wonderful nose . too bad . m light bodied . plenty of carbonation maybe too much . a little alcohol warmth . could be helped with some aging . more of a session winter ale if anything .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at victory on . a clear rusty brown body with a sturdy creamy beige head that yielded tons of sticky lace all over the glass . this is easily the darkest pilsner i ve ever come across . the clarity of this beer is superb . s this pils displays an earthy and grassy hop aroma with a faint chocolate malt character and some bready notes . however the nose is pretty muted overall . t initial flavor is predominantly herbal and grassy with a touch of citrus hops . i also detect a tiny bit of smoke in the back although it is quite subtle . a faint hint of chocolate sweetens things up just a bit . m medium bodied with soft carbonation and a light syrupy texture . finishes with a subtle lingering bitterness on the palate . d i found this to be a really interesting experiment that turned out quite nicely overall . the nose was a little weak but otherwise i found this to be quite a little complex pilsner .,aroma,0.6,1
nose of cocoa powder . more spice than cocoa and comes into itself toward the middle instead of dissipating after the top . even then it does n t exactly make it s mark . the tinges of nuts here and there overlying honey bring it up a bit but still bland . the carbonation is right but the brew simply is not thick . i d call it medium body and far from robust .,aroma,0.8,1
i plan on drinking every beer in the world that s related to the coolest animals in the world . so dogfish head . .you re up next . amber apple juice color that s warm and appealing . the head is nice and foamy thick sporting an off white hue . slight retention and just a solid good looking brew . nicely carbonated as well . hoppy clean refreshing and fruity . this smells just swell . what a strange and distinct difference between the aromas and tastes . just too bitter for my liking . it has a very strong kick of hops and malt that makes me want to go chop wood . makes me think of pine sol . the strength here gave me a headache last night when i first tried it and it s giving me another headache now . did i say the kick here is strong . this is a beer that either i just do n t enjoy . or a beer that i m just not used to . i ll be wearisome of double ipa s from this moment forth . again the mouthfeel leaves that taste you either love or you . do n t love . you know where i stand . but putting the taste to the side it leaves a welcoming glaze inside your mouth that you ll catch on your lips as well . that s an aspect i do enjoy having apart of my beer . for me the drinkability is obviously low . i d rather have a miller lite than this . i d rather smell this any day of the week but drink . .thanks but no thanks . though it is something i will return to when i believe myself to be a true beer advocate .,aroma,0.8,1
nice copper color with a slightly off white head that shows good carbonation but is also quite frothy . the aromas on this o fest are sweet butterscotch all the way . even hints of red cherries . sweet caramel malt with the slightest floral hop . thin very one sided mouthfeel . the taste basically mimicks the aromas but is n t nearly as approchable . this o fest shows no complexity or balance it s just a straightforward sweet water bomb . definitely better o fests are to be had .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from bottle into duvel snifter . finally pulled the trigger on the price tag whole foods whole paycheck . and am glad i did . this is based off an old finnish recipe . this is so freaking good . one of those that dogfish head got right . gorgeous golden hue with low head retention but good albeit thin lace . an olfactory orgasm . this has to be one of the most interesting beers on the nose lots of malty rye mixing it up with a bready note lots of spice a mild chai cocktail mostly clove some green spruce notes probably juniper berries and gobs of orange and lemon zest . there is a good dose of funk there too . the chai is well integrated so it does n t come off like the chai tea i brew regularly . very nice on the palate . lots of spice and the juniper berry is really noticeable . there is a hint of black tea but mostly the spice . some toast and citrus hiding in there too . a bit more muddled together on the palate than the nose but tasty nonetheless . light ish body with decent intensity and good grip . finish is medium and interesting though not up to par with the nose . overall a beer that really smells great tastes pretty good and finishes nicely . i could sit and sniff all night .,aroma,1.0,1
from notes . pours a nice golden yellow with a thin frothy white head . thin bodied crisp with nice carbonation . light malt and grainy presence upfront with nice floral hop notes and undertones of grassy hops . finishes crisp and clean with a slight bitterness . overall quite flavorful and easy drinking tasted fresh despite the freshness date being about weeks past . spokane wa dist . sucks .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance gt mellow warmth . hazy . medium liveliness . tiny head with very tiny bubbles . this frothy head dissipates quickly but leaves a shimmering gossamer of lacing . looks good but i expected more of a head . smell gt tangerine . delicious but overpowering any other scent . taste gt not sure if it is the hideous mothfeel or the taste that is causing the brunt of the problem but something makes this beer far more reminiscent of flavored mineral water than anything resembling beer . if you have ever had any of the natural flavored calistoga spring waters you will know exactly what i m talking about . there are hints of wheat but you have to look for them . hard and they disappear faster than keyser soze . i think lost coast has a lot of room to improve here . the hang is almost unbearable because it lacks any and all beer taste . honestly . mouf gt overly carbonated . dreadful . like being sprayed in the mouth with a seltzer bottle . drinkability gt nope . could n t even get half way on the pint before giving it up to a friend and she would n t drink it because she did n t want to waste her alcohol intake on something that tasted like bad clearly canadian .,aroma,0.7,1
a brown nearly black and capped with a wispy tan froth some small streaks of lace cling to the glass . s i thought this beer tasted great and smelled okay at first i was getting some small roastiness and a bit of sweet dark fruity character . it was basically like a normal english infected porter . then it aired out . this shit smelled like a piss ridden stairwell . i am seldom if ever this crude when it comes to reviews in this case it must be said . t the brew tastes good it is lightly sweet and roasty . some slight cocoa and coffee undertones are present as well as a fruity yeast character . good old school infected english porter . m thin and a bit overcarbonated . works . d everything about this beer is pretty good except one horrendous aspect of the nose .,aroma,0.2,0
a black body with a two inch head that is frothy and loud . its large bubbled head fades at a medium pace before reaching a nice hummocky top . s the scent of pungent coffee and harsh toffee make up the aroma . t dark coffee flavor with an alcohol finish . m smooth and laid back texture allows this one to flow with ease . this is a good brew but i have to say the central waters coffee stout is a bit better . i had this beer cellared since march of at a temp of to degrees .,aroma,0.6,1
pint at the publick house in newcastle . remembering i like this creation of steve s a few years back when sampled in his barn i was delighted beyond all expectations to see this on tap and to savor why i remembered it . a black and unctuous like used motor oil this beckons . minimal head . s not much going on smell wise reserved yet some hints of dark roast fresh mulled grains . t fantastic smooth with a deep yet mild roasted flavor . mild yet mighty . roasted grains toffee predominate . m thick flavorful rolls around easily . d outstanding . you could easily tackle or pints without much effort . so smooth and flavorful not extreme probably . exceptional farmhouse brown that drinks like a porter .,aroma,0.6,1
i saw the one bad review on here and terrible though it was i figured it s only one review so i gave it a try after finding it at trader joes . pours out looking like a thick glass of apple cider . no head at all . the deep golden color leaves me hoping there is some nice flavor in there though . smells fine enough strong citrus with a little spice in the smell as well . the taste is very overpowering with a pinesol esque citrus . there really is n t much of the spice that it claims to be brewed with . the beer does have a nice creamy texture that i found much more enjoyable than the flavor itself . i would not drink another however .,aroma,0.6,1
draught the brewery while the haymarket was very aromatic this had no aroma at all none whatsoever . i dont even have to adjust the score in fact . ruby brown color . flavor is very strange syrupy overly ripe and alcoholic . some caramel toffee and plum but mainly just husk and alcohol .,aroma,0.2,0
oz bottle poured into an imperial pint glass . a pure and clear pretty light pale ale light but topped with a thin cap of a head and zero lacing . s slightly vegetal and a bit disappointing in this respect slightly sweet maltiness but nothing to pull it away from this bruised fruity cooked vegetable aroma . t mf maybe this twist off cap is to blame as the taste is not much different than the smell less vegetables but as i tip the glass to my lips the aroma makes its way into the flavor . otherwise there is a pleasant enough caramel maltiness sweet crusty bread and slightly earthy hop bitterness . it s hard to say what s going on here strawberry jam on toast very light mind you . decent mouthfeel carbonation seems to be where it needs to be . d i ve had a few of these and i enjoyed them well enough then but on closer inspection this beer leaves me wanting more and more . appearance is boring smell seems a bit off flavor is n t bad and mouthfeel is adequate . nothing really lending itself for me to really like this beer at all . not bad not good either .,aroma,0.4,0
this poured out as a deep amber brown color with a tan colored head on top . the smell of the beer was a little sour ot funky . it worried me a little bit i was expected a sweet malty aroma and i got something that reminded me of a wild ale . the taste however completely made up for the aroma . the sweet malt and candy like flavors that a quality quad has were in there and very pronounced . the beer tastes sweet with minimal bitterness . the mouthfeel was pretty good it was moderately thick feeling with a low carbonation to it . overall i enjoyed it the smell still does n t please me but the beer in general is quite good .,aroma,0.6,1
another one that i can enjoy that most bas hate . i like amstel mostly for its low abv . its better than bud anyway . pours a very golden macro like yellow . smell is a little skunky grassy but it doesnt linger too much . taste is very thin and watery malt but reasonably clean and fresh tasting . i call this stuff bird beer because it wouldnt get a bird drunk . its still ok in my opinion .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a chalice at the lazy boy lounge in white plains ny . appearance a very pretty deep raspberrry color . a wispy frothy head with no large bubbles . it looks ethereal true to its name . smell fruity you can especially distinguish the berries with hints of nectar . smells sweet . tastes initially a bit of sweetness followed by a whole lot of tartness and funk way too much funk with a slight medicinal aftertaste . mouthfeel very highly carbonated overall honestly i m not a big fan of the fruit beers however this was especially difficult for me . the best way i can describe it is that it confused my senses . the color and smell made my brain expect one thing but the overpowering funk tartness and carbonation just threw me off . i love ommegang but would n t try this again .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle bought from the house of breton beers locranon france. poured a very deep black brown colour . burnt brown head poured pretty thick foamy and meringue like then faded to light covering with thick edging . some light lines of lacing ring the glass . aroma dark toasted malts metallic notes black coffee some dark brown sugar sweetness light nuttiness some blackcurrant and raisin fruitiness faint liquorice traces some graininess coming through dusty hints . taste watered down roasted maltiness mixed with nutty notes some molasses treacle sweetness light chocolate mixed with black cherry and blackcurrant fruits light nutmeg and pepper spiciness some light vegetal traces just noticeable cola hints . feel way too over carbonated this one which really spoils it both in terms of flavour and drinkability . overall a bit disappointing as all the other les fous beers i ve had have been very good . sort out the carbonation and this could be very good.,aroma,0.8,1
pours opaque black with a modest caramel head which fades quickly and leaves spots of lacing . smell is kind of down on the farm and very deep and enjoyable aromas of good bread malt wool leather and coffee subdued but complex and rich . certainly a delicious waft . the taste is sharp and bitter with strong coffee flavours giving way to potent maltiness and an almost cola like metallic note with a lingering hint of that woolly aroma in the finish . more caramel flavours as things warm up . complex but did n t agree with me entirely . feels surprisingly thin in the mouth sharp carbonation . this enhanced the metallic bitter tinge i noticed in the beer which was something i did n t really like.the feel of the beer sticks around long after the sip . drinkability is decent especially for a stout but i would n t want to keep drinking this too long as the strong flavour lingers long in the mouth . i would highly suggest letting this beer sit for a while do n t drink it too cold it seems to hide the complexities .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a hazy rust orange with two fingers of thick snow white head . even over a foot away from my face i instantly smell banana bubblegum vanilla and pepper . i m surprised at first taste that for all the aroma there is very little flavor . the only thing really notable is a bit of vanilla and bitter grapefruit aftertaste . it actually tastes pretty watery and perhaps a little sugary for my taste . easy enough to drink but not very compelling . the incredible aromas teased me but the blandness of it all ends up being a disappointment .,aroma,0.8,1
deep brown in appearance with a half finger tan colored head that stuck throughout and left a nice layer of lacing . aroma was a bit lacking . maybe my sniffer was n t working at full power but i detected very little aroma aside from a faint toffee smell . the beer was medium bodied and smooth . taste was at first simply a thin graininess that rounded out a bit as the beer warmed into a thicker malty backbone with a hint of hops in the finish . really nothing special from this brew . as far as a brown ale goes it does n t compare to any of the more well established in the style . nothing bad just nothing to make it stand out amongst the crowd .,aroma,0.4,0
yay boatshoes for allowing the canquest tm to try so many unusual canned beers . i apologize for the delay in getting them reviewed and added but i wanted to have quality photos to accompany their inclusion in the database . from the can i can not read chinese so i can not impart anything . that said if you think these cans are getting recycled think again . we had a visiting chinese teacher in our school last year and if she returns perhaps i can get some assistance . another pop . glug . how timely given a recent thread about poptop cans . it puts me in mind of a the rockford files episode in which isaac hayes appeared as gandolph finch great names . canstantly referring to james garner s character as rockfish and finch had just been released from a long stretch in the can . to try and impress rockford finch crushes a can on his forehead but rockford deflates his ego by pointing out that during finch s time in stir aluminum had replaced steel in the manufacture of cans . they would still have been pop top cans back then and the memory of watching the show religiously on friday nights with my late pops is still vivid . as soon as the pop . occurred the room smelled like pineapple dumdums . ha ha . i am easily amused in my advancing age . i could not get it to generate any head but the color was the sickly greenish yellow of the original gatorade . roflmao . this was destined to be a treat of the highest order . the nose smelled like liquefied pineapple dumdums in a classic example of better living through chemistry . mouthfeel was fizzy and the extreme sweetness inherent in this one was almost enough to cause adult onset diabetes . my heart was racing and my mouth tasted like i had spent the day loading up on kiddie candy . woof . you had best be really enamored of the taste of pineapple esters to take on this gem . finish was sugary pineapple ish and bob awful sweet . whew . i may need a lay down after that one .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer did not impress me much like other of the redhook beers i ve tried . i thought that the beer was going to change my mind about redhook but instead it is n t showing much in the way of flavor . it is winter in a place notoriously bombarded with snow so i was feeling chipper to drink a winterale . i was persuaded by a beer salesman to give it a shot . it poured a dark copper color with a two finger head . the smell was a caramel and toasted malts with whiffs of chocolatiness as well . first taste . hmmm . where d it all go . i did n t taste much more than what i could just smell . the mouthfeel is nothing short of lame . no chewiness to it at all . the drinkibility may be there where you can keep drinking it without savoring it but that also means i do not care for savoring much less drinking too much more of this beer . there are better winter ales that are cheaper than this too . oh well .,aroma,0.7,1
okay the reason i fell in love with beer was that i read about the samichlaus legend that it is brewed once a year dec my birthday that it is a guinness entrant for the strongest beer in the world that time the highest abv known to me was or and the works . finally my trip to the us and i finally meet santa claus beer . the helles first and then this original . the meeting left me confused and wanting for another shot poured into a snifter . appearance was reddish brown and clear . very thin head which quickly dissipated and disappointed . the smell was fragrant and very boozey . it wafted cough syrup memories . first sip and i was hey this is pretty dominating and in your face . as i went further the cognac cough syrup flavour took over and the strong alcohol vapors simply put a halt on the enjoyment quota . i was disappointed because it did not taste like beer . of course i might have been suffering from palate fatigue or from over anticipation but i became awry . i still respect the beer and the legend . i think i definitely need to give it another shot . maybe age the bottle and let its fiercity mellow down . i did n t like it first up but i want to have another shot at it . i am sure that my opinion will change .,aroma,0.8,1
got this bottle a few months ago at sam s in chicago has n t been kept chilled . and perhaps it should have been . think it s gone bad as it has some definite sourness . poured with a tan head that quickly subsided and no lace . aroma is just plain malty beer . color is n t that great hazy medium to dark amber . flavor is like aroma but yeasty bitter plus the sour . body is ok and so is carbonation . ca n t finish it tho .,aroma,0.6,1
consumed at the brewery . served with a lemon which i quickly removed and placed into my diet coke . a pale cloudy yellow beer the only brew they served that was n t crystal clear . small ring of foam for a head . no aroma . grass and lemon flavors appear first followed by bananas . tangy . wheat flavor present but subtle . a bit too dry on the finish parching . a respectable attempt though i think it was closer in flavor to a hoegarden than a franziskaner hefe weisse .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle l served glass bought leipzig brown with reddish note colour . the base for the taste is simply malt in positive way . nothing extraordinary in the smell the aftertaste is a bit sour but the malt taste is the long lasting part . the head keeps for quite some time . stronger than a typical czech dunkel though comparable to for instance kruovice ern . no food consumed with this beer this seems to be perfect just for drinking .,aroma,0.6,1
light hazy straw color . thick foamy head . strong citrus aroma with a faint hint of spice on the nose as well . taste has a bit of alcohol to it . this could be an off flavor of the yeast . it is not overpowering and not overall displeasing just different for style . as the drink reaches glass the flavors balance out more and become much more enjoyable .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a brown bottle with a blue label . a poured with a inch head that s off white and very dense . leaves good lacing . s not a big smell . yeasty . gives way to blueberry or gooseberry . t huge . cherries plums bananna that gives way to an alcohol evaporation and dryness . mid tones are more along the line of watery berries . m very carbonated but with a dry finish . overall the smell does n t set you up propery for how the taste hits you in the mouth . i really love this beer . the complexity of the taste is worth trying again and again . the alcohol is very subdued and can sneak up on you .,aroma,0.6,1
i was busy when hubby poured this beer so by the time i got to it the massive head had gone and left amazing lace all the way down my glass . the beer was a golden amber color . the smell was firm and earthy wet straw burnt malt and tomato paste fragrances mingled together . the first sip surprised me at it s initial blast of flavor . which was kind of a mixture of root beer and tincture of benzoin . whoa . not what i expected . alcohol overwhelms in the aftertaste . while i could look at and smell this beer all day i d find it hard to drink more than one in a setting .,aroma,0.8,1
this ounce can of summer shandy came from a summer variety pack . what a novel idea . best by july . from the label weiss beer brewed with honey with natural lemonade flavor . uh that sounds weird but whatever . i cracked this open and poured into a weizen glass . a moderate pour produces three fingers of foamy lemon tinted head . retention is moderate . the brew is maize colored and incredibly hazy but not dirty looking . the amount of haziness provides almost zero translucence . it s exceeding my expectations in appearance . the aroma is dominated by a strange artificial lemon scent . i cut my teeth on short s brewing company beers so i should be used to this kind of thing but i m telling you this beer smells weird . taking a big whiff is akin to huffing household cleaning products . in a blind scent test i doubt that i would identify it as beer . the overall effect on the palate is that of watered down diet snapple lemonade complete with nutrasweet brand artificial sweetener . it does have a recognizable wheat finish but at that point it s more like who put beer in my nasty fake lemonade . rather than the other way around . it is just all around watery and artificial . approaching it as beer i ca n t help but feel disappointment . approaching it as some other form of liquid summer refreshment still leaves me on the fence . why would n t i just drink lemonade . or beer . this is a light bodied brew for sure . in the mouth it is tingly thanks to the high amount of carbonation and sharp lemon bite . it leaves an unpleasant acidic feeling on my teeth that i could do without . it s actually kind of refreshing though it only vaguely resembles beer . overall i ca n t say that i would recommend summer shandy to anyone . aside from being a confusing beverage it just is n t that good . at roughly a dollar a can it s not that great a value either . the upside is the relatively low . abv . if equal parts water and diet snapple is your thing then you could drink these all day in the hot summer sun . as for me i will be sticking with ice cold arnold palmers for my non beer summer refreshment needs . the two schlitz scale see my profile for an explanation i do not give a schlitz for summer shandy . i do not give a snapple for summer shandy . and just to be clear i do not give a lemon scented pine sol for summer shandy .,aroma,0.2,0
chimay grand rserve . l consumed on september . served in new belgium globe glass . a pours clear deep ruby with two inch head that collapses quickly and leaves no appreciable lacing . exuberant effervesce . s treacle dark dried fruits such as raisins and figs caramel . additional aromas include cherry port and oxidation . t taste is much more mellow than i expected with the individual characteristics evident in the smell having been worn down . this beer is also drier than my nose lead me to believe and that is also to the detriment to this beer . dark bread caramel raisins and spice are the main players . mild bitterness joins in before a finish that has a strange numbing antiseptic note flashing across palate . m medium body and medium light carbonation . light and thin on palate . o for a beer that shares the great smells i associate with world class english barleywines and doppelbocks chimay grandrserve certainly disappoints me in other categories . it is not bad per se but definitely not impressive .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pours a deep burgundy mahogany brown with blood red edges some head and lacing smell sugar brown sugar dark fruits caramel toffee malt cinnamon nutmeg raisins pears . the aroma is very nice . taste sickly sweet . too sweet . beyond southern sweet tea sweet . undrinkably sweet . and alcohol . there are other tastes that resemble the aroma but i just ca n t get past the syrup factor mouthfeel too much sugar like cough syrup or cheap pancake syrup . drinkability the aroma is very promising but the sweetness destroys it this went right down the drain and i had wanted to enjoy it as it was a pain to get . seems like other people like it fine . perhaps it is meant for aging but the should have made that a little more clear if so .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a slightly translucent straw yellow with golden highlights . the dense finger head leaves a ton of lacing . smell is all about the floral citrusy fruity hops . i get flowers grapefruit and sweet oranges . fantastic . i m a big fan of floral ipas and not so into the bitterness . this one is right up my alley . again heavy on the citrus with a really nice sweetness filling it in . just the right amount of bitterness which comes on in the finish to remind you you re drinking a dipa . delicious . reminds me a lot of abrasive in this respect the floral citrus vs. bitter balance though not quite on that level . mouthfeel is right on . it s generally fairly light despite the strength of flavor and alcohol with nice carbonation . some beers just feel right for the flavor and this is definitely one . i m a fan of this beer . as i said above it s quite floral and sweet for a dipa without the strong bitterness of say hopslam .,aroma,1.0,1
i had been give four bottles so i drank them and i thought it was pretty good i would bring it camping its a nice out door summer beer . you can smell and taist the black berry . poured nice with a good head . i went out and bought the trail mix case and looking forward to trying the rest . smith,aroma,0.8,1
heiner brau kolsch appearance golden medium small head and some lacing . smell apples grains and subtle malts . taste grains apples and a nice maltiness . mouthfeel light . overall it s a nice refreshing brew . it has got a good grain flavor .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into sam style beer glass . a beautiful . deep brown color like brown leather . huge huge head thats just offwhite and stays with the beer for a while . leaves as much lacing as any other brew i can recall . literally a wall of lacing . slightly hazy but not as much as an unfiltered brew . s definitely some piney floral hops some yeast bread crust malty goodness . taste so balanced so so balanced . good mix of floral hops and toasted bread coffee chocolate malts . malt profile of beer is more winter porter but its got a whole lot of bitterness as well . slightly dry . none of those over used pumkinhead style spices that overpower a lot of fall beers . m quite carbonated got nice creaminess to it . at the same time its quite light and easy to drink quickly . o fantastic brew . i consider it an ipa or atleast a pa. one of my favorites that i will pick up every year as long as i live in mass . a must try for ipa lovers . my favorite fall beer pumking is nd . reminds me of sn celebration in that its an ipa for the cold seasons . this could be a desert island beer .,aroma,0.7,1
had this in the bottle years ago and had only noticed the cans recently so i decided to give it a try . this brew pours picture perfect with the nitro style cascading foam as you poor just like guiness . beer is a perfect amber with a thick creamy white head that does n t change or leave . aroma is sweet caramel as it warms with some herbs from the hops and a nice pungent earthy hop aroma there as well . unfortunately the taste ca n t back up the look and the smell . taste is way too thin little if anything from either the malts or the hops . some biscuity malt there with a little citrus kiss of hops but not much else . the nitro does n t do this brew any favors as most of what makes an english ipa great is lost here . i remember liking this when i had a bottle of it so i ll have to give that another go before i write this brew off .,aroma,0.8,1
alright look . have you ever sat through a corona commercial and said to yourself wow i kind of want to sit on the beach and drink a lime flavored beer . well do you remember the next commercial right after . that is bud light lime . i mean the commercial could have been advertising a local law firm very poorly done and the lawyer was stammering and was wearing a tan cowboy hat . or it could have been about a small technical college and the cheap production value just left a sour taste in your mouth . that is bud light lime . ive seen soft drinks hold a better head . looks and smells a lot like a corona but friends dont be fooled . if you think corona is garbage you d be right and this is worse than that . very light almost not there . kind of like drinking water but somehow its lighter than water . i would n t pour this beer in my backyard if that gives you any indication of drinkability .,aroma,0.2,0
appearance was n t great a clear yellow orange color with a quick fading fizzy white head . little of the hazy look at a great witbier . the smell was good and true to form clear crisp and clean plenty of wheat and yeast nice and spicey and cirtusy sweet too . the taste was fairly average it had all of the ingredients of a good witbier plenty of wheat malty and bready flavors yeast spices and clove but not as much as the smell would indicate and sweet citrus flavors more than the smell lead on . it was enjoyable enough but it was just too sweet and a bit watery . the flavor was n t as complex or as full as i would have liked . the medium fizzy carbonation and the thin mouthfeel only increased the feel that i could drink this beer like water . all in all it was drinkable but average feeling more like a session beer than something finely crafted .,aroma,0.8,1
maybe i got a bad batch but like the grog that i tried this was a pretty undistinguished beer . black pour that left lots of lace as i drank it but very little aroma . maybe the pub itself was too smoky to smell anything but i basically caught some malty scents and that s it . the flavor was malt and a slight bit of chocolate evidenced mostly by a slight sweetness with almost no hops to offset it . not as bland as their grog that i tried but by no means extraordinary . mostly sort of bland . mouthfeel was relatively chewy and nice and the drinkability was okay i guess but i did n t want another after i d finished .,aroma,0.4,0
a blackish dark brown with copper tones . tan head . s no . ca n t find one really . t roasted hints of smoke and coffee . somewhat creamy and full of body still a bit too dry for my taste . after taste not lingering except for roasted tones . although guinness is what comes to mind when one think of stout this is not as good as the stuff you can get in this cathegory of beer . a bit too dry too odorless and with too little after taste . nice beer to round things up as a last half pint .,aroma,0.4,0
ml bottle . an american belgian styled scotch ale pretty convoluted if you ask me . just call it an ale . it pours a dark deep purpleish red brown with a foamy off white head that leaves a few spots of lacing . the smell is perfumey and alcoholic with notes of nail polish remover and vodka . i ca n t really get past the burning smell . it also smells pretty caramally . the flavor is n t necessarily hot and boozy but i feel the alcohol accounts for the taste . it is fruity like wine very vinous with a weird green vegetable taste . there is also a cloying sweetness that is too much . there is a hint of scotch ale in here but only a hint . this is an epic failure what a horrible beer .,aroma,0.2,0
its not really brown although it sorta is . more reddish . soapy foam and a dirty nutty nose . brownish . not my favorite style. actually probably my least favorite style . brown to me is what red is to most others . smells alot like wet cereal left in the sink . nice hoppy zest in the flavor though following through with a brown sugar and almond malt flavor that lingers with a deep sugary sweetness that is n t too offensive . actually enjoying the flavor. and boy is this easy to drink . too bad it smells like camel dung . not one of my favorite sas but if i was stuck with it vs the lager or most other macro jizznunk i d be a happy beer camper . yeah .,aroma,0.4,0
clear orangey gold color happy halloween with a soft pillow of inch head . laces barely compose themselves . its hard for anything to cut through the overly obvious cinnamon nutmeg spice in the aroma . too much smell some cheap aftershave qualities . malt works reasonably well with the pie spice starts silky with some sweetened condensed milk properties . not a bad mouthfeel but the start is best as this ale turns watery lacks any hop balance or even a more peppery spice quality like in ale mary . loads of apple jack cereal notes to the afteraste fail to clear the palatte whatsoever and make this beer an i would rather only drink one kind of product .,aroma,0.3,0
oz . bottle poured into an imperial pint . no bottled date . a pours a hazy yet pale red color with a white to gray head that dissipated immediately . s smells seriously fruity . raspberry strawberry cherry and blueberrry . has a sugary sweetness behind it . t the massive fruits from the smell become really subdued in the taste . they are there but are hidden behind a corn husk and strong sugary sweetness . m kinda lackluster in all categories besides smell . even the carbonation could be better . d a fun beer to have around for parties for people who dont like beer but will drink this but nothing really great in my opinion . reminds me of a wine cooler . i would much rather have something else than this anyways .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a shaker pint . starts off with a really big head but quickly disolves into nothing . so so lacing and at least for me no real aroma detected . however this beer tasted great and i am at a loss on how to describe the taste . this beer was the smoothest beer i have ever had it was like drinking pure silk . all malt taste hardly any bitterness at all . i guess this is the black lager i now compare all others with .,aroma,0.6,1
pours complete darkness of night with no moon in sight . nice brown head that leaves minimal lacing throughout session . smell is in your face vanilla beans with alcohol lurking far behind . tastes like sweet sweet vanilla and caramel . extremely sweet . mouthfeel is thick and smooth . little carbonation makes it seem thicker . drinkability because it s so sweet is n t the best . i downed a bomber but i do n t think i d go further than that . very tasty though a desert all in itself .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle bottled december into a tumbler at the cask pub kitchen . a clear bright red body with an inch of bubbly pink foam that quickly disappears completely . ok but slightly better retention would have been nice that head was beautiful for the few seconds it lasted . s what can i say . sour raspberries classic cantillon funk awesome . the fruit gets more and more apparent as it warms but the bracing lemony acidity never goes away and nor do the notes of barnyard mustardseed and must . i love it . t raspberry essence jumps into my palate and my nose as i raise the glass and as soon as the beer hits my tongue the fruit gets displaced by intense sourness moderate cantillon funk . the raspberries reassert themselves on the clean long puckering finish . delightful . m soft effervescent and just plain alive . sticky enough to excite every taste bud clean enough to make me desire more . wow . o i expect every cantillon i drink to be amazing but based on other reviews i really was n t hoping for anything special from the framboise . i was seriously blown away by how perfectly this beer balanced the base lambic amazingness with the rich flavorful fruit . the integration was far superior to that of the cantillon kriek and simply made for a delightful beer . i m so glad i have a bottle in my cellar . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
charkoota rye is a really nice surprise . rich black lager malt and lager yeast made new and exciting with a milky richness and sweet smokiness that is well balanced . a welcome change and nice surprise an extreme beer that is flavorful rich and drinkable . would be great with smoked meats or bbq . really complex and spicy finish not sure which flavors to concentrate on . the rich chocolate malts . smoke and rich earthiness . the subtle saltiness . the rich mouthfeel almost like milk . or the long drying finish that makes me wonder what i was drinking . finished like an apa or even ipa . smoke was present but not overpowering and while it went well with the spicy meaty pizza i would really like to try it with real slow smoked bbq . this is a new batch on tap and i m really aching to pop open the vintage bottles found at repete s party store in holland mi .,aroma,1.0,1
cl into a tulip . pours a hazy dingy orange honey the final pour was serious sediment . off white head was short lived lacing unexceptional . very sweet aroma as if a tripel plus fauna citrus and a spiciness i ca n t define . yeasty as in dessert dough . taste has an unexpected funky twang . strong phenol contributions . finishes lightly dry yet interesting sweet bitter aftertaste lingers pleasantly . medium bodied mouthfeel . my bottle says . tastes like its higher . cheers jd,aroma,0.9,1
a on tap poured into a pint glass finger of light coffee or tan head that is clinging to glass as the head recedes black opaque body . thick rings of lacing all the way down . s light roasted malts with little pecan not impressed with the aroma . t again roasted malts more pecan which im enjoying . not getting some coffee chocolate spices are present with some oak dryness . light hops present pushing toward balance chocolate after taste remains . m medium to full body light carbonation very creamy love the mouth feel very soothing on the palate . o this is a solid brew i would n t drink more than one personally but a great night cap prime time would be cool evenings with a maduro . one day,aroma,0.6,1
found this on cask and served in a pint glass at o brien s pub in san diego . i e mailed the brewmaster for information since the name was elusive in the pub . here is the brewmaster s reply the beer is part of a series of ipa s that i am brewing during the coming months in an effort to brew a slightly less hop laden ipa than our standard the pope . instead of naming everyone something different as i plan to brew at least a dozen different variations i have decided to generically call them beer with hops . they will all be pale golden ipa s that are around . abv but feature different hop profiles and varieties . this is the second one we have brewed and it was brewed exclusively with centenial hops in both pellet and whole flower form . here s what i thought a cloudy with a golden greenish color . very little head was present as expected with real ale . s pine and citrus hop aroma . the smell is reminiscent of pliny the elder kind of a marijuana smell also like green flash imperial ipa . t very hoppy with bitterness lingering . grassy with little malt body or character . this is centennial hops huh . m silky smooth but thinnish . i would like a little more malt body . a very nice level of carbonation from the cask conditioning though . d one is good for me .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance cloudy mahogany in color with a slight bit of lacing . fairly standard . smell sweet in it caramel and rum raisin like scent . taste mouthfeel big on the syrup taste . has a bland raisin flavor that has a bitter alcohol aftertaste . caramel malts also are very evident . some coffee roasts toward the end . drinkability this was a disappointment . by far my least favorite of the dogfish head lineup . try it if you want to but it s not a got ta have .,aroma,0.8,1
draft poured into a mason jar had fresh at the brewery . the chalkboard says this ipa clocks in at only . . if true that s quite low for style . a pours a nice orange copper color with plenty of frothy white head on top that stayed around for a while . . s mild smell of malt sweetness . no hops present in the nose . . . t hop bitterness can be found on the back end to balance this brew out but little to nothing in terms of floral citrus hop flavors . malt sweetness and hop bitterness do strike a nice balance here though . . m thin and light with a nice bitter sweet finish . . d o very quaffable . the taste agrees with the abv very drinkable . considering the circumstances craft beer scene here in west virginia this is a fine brew that drinks well . but when back home in the burgh this would fall well short of other options . it s a sessionable ipa but as the abv suggests it does n t have as much flavor as it s bigger brothers in the style . it finishes well with a good bitter ending which for me pushes it from a . to a . .,aroma,0.4,0
a amber orange appearance with a to finger white head that dissipates after awhile into a white lacing . s strong hop smell with hints of citrus apricots and sweetness . t very hoppy taste as with the aroma . there is a slight fruity flavor and mild alcohol burn . m medium bodied and medium carbonation . d an interesting ipa with the addition of the apricots . overall a decent ipa but nothing i would sit down and have or of .,aroma,0.9,1
what looks to be a best by date on the cap of december sampled june a healthy pour yields a frothy initially three finger thick tan colored head in my cl tulip glass . the head forms some light lacing on the sides of my glass as it subsides . the beer is a clear amber copper color that shows a brilliantly clear full copper color when held up to the light . the aroma has a punchy herbal hop character noticeable as i pour this brew but that becomes much more fruit focused when i stick my nose in my glass . punchy smooth tropical fruit notes and sweet citrus character contribute hop aromas of lychees apricot bergamot candied ruby red grapefruit zest and bright tangelo . there is a quite noticeable malt character here as well it intertwines with the more dominant hop notes but is definitely quite noticeable throughout the aroma profile . toasty pale malt crisp crushed cracker notes and light biscuit grain notes are quite noticeable . i really like the punchy fruit focused hop character that the nose has the malt adds a nice touch of complexity . much lighter in heft than i was expecting this is quite light bodied though i would n t quite characterize it as thin or watery . the beer has a distinct phenolic note of burnt plastic that while subtle still lingers throughout the flavor profile during my first sip . the note turns to a more solvent or acetone like note that gets somewhat magnified in the finish and becomes a very vapor driven aromatic flavor . grassy herbal notes seem to be accentuated by this off flavor during the front part of each sip but it causes the herbal notes to take on a sharp almost harsh edge . do n t get me wrong though this beer is dominated by clean hop notes a nice nay ample bitterness runs throughout especially in the finish and there is lots of ample fruity hop character here . flavors of apricot lychee and bright orange zest are substantial but not as over the top as they might be if the beer had a bit more body and sweetness . in the end though the plastic acetone flavor is just a bit too much for me . the nose of this beer is quite nice with no hint of the problem flavor notes . even the flavor is not totally dominated by these notes many will probably miss the off flavors but since i have noticed them they become particularly distracting to my enjoyment of the flavor . purchased plaza liquors tucson az,aroma,0.8,1
ok i went into this expecting utter garbage . what i found was a surprisingly drinkable beer with an innofensive flavor and a decent punch . lets be honest this beer is meant to do one thing . get you f d up . mission accomplished . there is no hop flavor but a slightly grainy malt flavor . there are the usual corn rice other crap flavors but the fact is the beer does its job . if you are brown bagging it oe is the way to go .,aroma,0.3,0
the alesmith speedway was one of my first goals in a trade and one of the highest rated on my top from this summer . when i finally landed a bottle and then when it hit shelves in nyc there was tons of excitement . so i opened it with a buddy of mine alex when he and his girlfriend maria were visiting . but it did n t deliver . maybe it was frozen at some point . maybe it was too hot at some point . maybe it was n t aged enough . but regardless the taste was off . extremely tangy with dark fruits and grapefruit predominating . and water . chocolate notes and malt notes were there so was coffee but it just was n t that american double that i ve gotten to know and love . the appearance was great pitch black . smell was amazing coffee toffee bitter chocolate sugar fruit . mouthfeel was excellent as well although it did n t seem properly composed it s like all those elements were floating in alcohol and water hence the freezing guess . but since i just do n t know and it s a hard bottle to come by i have to make this review now and then tag it for later to come back to . alesmith speedway . we will meet again . update enjoyed a better taken care of bottle and better aged . had side by side with the ba version . yep . it s better . upgraded taste from . to . and overall from . to .,aroma,1.0,1
hazy light yellow with a single finger with white head that turns into an ever present ring . great lace . coriander and bready malt . if a wit were all malt and used a more neutral yeast this would be it . lemons floral coriander taste quite tart . pilsner and wheat malts come through but very subdued . quite refreshing . light bodied good carbonation but i expected more from what little i know of the style . still it works . damn refreshing . i could see myself drinking this until my store runs out this summer if it were cheaper .,aroma,0.6,1
i picked up a bottle of this local favorite today . walt wit is a belgian style white ale brewed with grapefruit peel and chamomile . no freshness date but it is probably fine . i poured it into a pint glass . walt wit pours out a hazy yellow topped by a decent white head . this is darker than true belgian whites but the head sits firmly and stays put for a good long while . tight head and active carbonation . there is a beautiful and delicate bouquet . smells just like grapefruit and chamomile . notes of lemon drops . no hop aroma . i have mixed feelings about the taste . up front it is pretty similar to the aroma . grapefruit citrus and subtle spices mix with eachother in a wonderful way but towards the swallow the beer loses this delicate nature and becomes a bready malt forward beer that does n t have as much finesse . the flavor is light and subtly spiced . the soft chamomile flavor in the aftertaste is quite pleasant . still this remains too malty at the end . medium bodied fat carbonation . i think it could use finer carbonation or more spritzy . the body of the beer is alright but it might not be yeasty grainy enough for my taste . a little too clean in the mouthfeel here . the drinkability is quite good here since the abv is low at . and the beer is interesting enough to no get bored with it quickly . i m not sure that i would buy a case but i know that i like it a lot more than some of the other american interpretations of the belgian witbier .,aroma,0.9,1
brown ml bottle poured into a veltins . litre stemmed tulip glass . my fourth and final beer from this brewery unless i find another one somewhere on my travels . pours a nice dark gold darker than most german pilsners lagers . the normal pure white head sat on top for each pour . the aroma had a hint of nuts otherwise the regular pilsner no smell that almost all have . good blend of hops and malts add the nuts from the smell and you get a very good pilsner . better body and depth of flavours normally associated with a pilsner this was almost full bodied and creamy . easy to drink and one of the best german pilsners that i ve ever had .,aroma,0.6,1
the fourth of four in my sampler pack . poured from bottle to pint it had a clear golden color with a half inch of white fluffy head . minimal sweet corn in the smell . tastes ok . nothing spectacular has sweet flavor with some mild hops . medium body with crisp dry finish . better by itself than blended as in the ember amber .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pale gold color brew thin threads of carbonation pillowy head of white foam with some lacing effect . smell what you might expect form a rice lager . smells of grass hay and wheat . taste nearly tasteless . brief notes of hops spice both of which serve to underscore the inherently rice adjunct flavor . mouthfeel very light and scouring drinkability certainly drinkable . not terribly complex or noteworthy but i do n t expect it to be . pairs well with sushi and other japanese delicacies and can serve as well as kirin beer as a background for sake bombers .,aroma,0.4,0
i usually do n t make fun at poor attempts of phonetic translation but good god i dare anybody who does n t know cyrillic to try pronouncing this . anyhow it s yet another rare euro pale that is apparently only sold in russia and iowa . very gold pour . decent head that dies quickly . a lot like high life actually and that s not a bad thing . smells light and weedy . nothing much going on here though absolutely nothing is off . tastes more firm than it smells . that is it actually has some taste to it . crisp malt dandelions and a sourdry hop finishing it up . nothing fancy but i sure as hell was n t expecting anything fancy .,aroma,0.4,0
another mic product thats not the best but not too shabby either . i twist off the top pour a clear amber brew with a nice frothy ivory head nice laces to boot . now it goes back to macro with the aroma almost nuttin but some wimpy malt notes . taste kicks up a notch sweet but subtle fall spices and coriander intermix with a malty backbone . fairly tasty . a good cross over brew my daughter a newbie thats trying said she really liked this one . a medium bodied brew thats not aggressive a passive oktoberbrew .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours is almost black with a thin brown head . nothing terribly out of the ordinary here . smell this beer smells amazing . getting chocolate coffee and a little dark fruit . and smoke . not overpowering but it announces its presence . taste this is one complex beer . definitely follows the nose . chocolate and coffee maybe a little raisin . a little alcohol but not much considering the abv . the smoke is complimentary here . it balances the sweetness and masks the alcohol quite well . smoke steps forward a little as the beer warms but never becomes overpowering . mouthfeel this one is has plenty of thickness . great for the style . i would have preferred just a little more carbonation . drinkability this is a unique and challenging in a good way beer . it has a lot going on and i enjoyed every sip . a winner by weyerbacher . i look forward to revisiting as it ages . also giving this a boost for straying from the beaten path . not sure i would want more than one in an evening but i will definitely sample it repeatedly . this is the first beer in some time that really stood out . unless you think smoke does not belong near a beer give this a try .,aroma,1.0,1
i ll make this short and sweet pun intented . an orange soda pop malt beverage with natural fruit flavors concoction . something about the idea of a hefe style beer with a light citrusy note and perhaps that characteristic bubble gum scent caused me to buy this . boy was i ever dissapointed . my girlfriend did n t like it . .she s the kind that ll put a lemon slice in a good hefe .,aroma,0.8,1
custom six pack from big ten party store in east lansing a s cloves and spices are more prevalent in the scent but the pumpkin its still quite present . very bubbly thin looking pumpkin pie colored beer . the head is almost non existent even when pour but disappears completely after a half a minute . t m the taste is pretty good but mouthfeel takes away from it . there is this buttery metallic malty background surrounded by a spicy pumpkin foreground . the pumpkin is taste very similar to pumpkin pie in the finish . watery very highly carbonated beer gross o not super impressive . i would be interested in trying another pumpkin beer soon cause i really like the idea . unfortunately this beer has officially turned me off to ofallens there ipa wasnt as good as advertised and this beer wasnt good,aroma,0.8,1
first of all why is it categorized as an english ipa . served in a riedel glass at c f . a pours a lovely deep copper bronze amber color with a big bubbly head which stays in there for the entire review and longer . leaves great lacing too . s american hops for sure grapefruit citrus flowers tulips and whatnot . floral green and fresh . faint caramel malt backbone clean and balanced . t ehhh . initally an upfront flavor of unmashed raw caramel malt wood and resin . quite bitter . no very bitter . i d cut down on the bittering hops and add more at the end of the boil it s not balanced . it says it was brewed with honey on the label but am i the only one who ca n t get any honey character out of it . it might just be there as an adjunct what do i know. m d medium body a lot of co . but that does n t compensate for the terrible balance . it leaves an oily metallic coating on my palate which i do n t like . summary no thanks,aroma,0.8,1
from the tap comes a hazy light brown liquid . a small head develops and leaves very nice lacing all around the glass . smell is of hops it is rogue after all a fruity citrus malt . all are very light scents . taste is much better with a sweet citrus hops mix and malt shows up later . citrus lingers with a hint of candied fruitiness . nicely balanced . mouthfeel light effervescence a medium full body and kind of chewy . so smooth like fine silk or a newborn baby s skin . drinks like a cross between a wheat and a brown ale but the sum is much greater than those parts . highly recommend this one .,aroma,0.6,1
drank on tap at charlies kitchen cambridge ma served in a plastic cup according to the sign out front this is a new beer made by berkshire brewing exclusively for charlies kitchen in harvard square . dark translucent copper mahogany in appearance . the creamy tight one finger head lasted the entire drink . talk about fantastic retention . a thick latticework of lacing coated the entire cup . the nose was very weak even as the beer warmed . slightly sweet malt notes were detectible along with a touch of vanilla . just like the nose the taste was rather unimpressive . very mild initially . as the beer warmed subtle malt notes were noticeable up front along with some nuttiness . a touch of earthy hops came through on the finish . the beer was medium bodied with a larger bubbled carbonation . fairly average for the style . drinkability was probably this beer s strong point . this non offensive brown ale was quite sessionable . berkshire brewing typically puts out terrific beers but this is definitely one of their weakest efforts to date .,aroma,0.4,0
a hazy golden straw color with a lot of thin bubbly white head . the head lingers for a little bit and draws down the side of the glass slowly s the smell is off big time sour . lots of sour lemon and yeast aromas notes of orange peel lots of phenol and a funky rotten egg smell . all over the place t the taste is superior to the nose . it is very sweet and a little hoppy off for the style . a light yeast starts off sour lemon next hints of hops follow with some orange peel blending in . very sweet at the finish . m lots of carbonation thinner light body smooth up front very crisp finish . the carbonation tingles a little on the back of the throat d the smell is pretty strange but the tastes are pleasant . off for the style too hoppy and sweet little malt backbone .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours an amber color quite dark for a pale . lots of sediment floating in a very foggy glass . sea foam white head which disappears quicky and some pretty lacing follows . s nice hoppy grapefruit aroma . some sweet malts show up too along with some maine pine . t sour and bitter . watery with just the slightest hop profile coming through . m overly carbonated acidic and stinging on the tongue . d absolutely awful to choke down . hopefully this was just a bad bottle thought i m hesitant to pick up another .,aroma,0.7,1
i am sampling a year old bottle poured at cellar temp into a snifter . the beer pours a dark clear mahogany color which is highly effervescent and the fluffy beige head of cm is proof of the underlying bubbles . the aroma is thick with malt and deep fruit caramel and brown sugar coat raisins dipped in toffee . quite appealing nose . first sip reveals a lighter body than expected but no watery texture just a little thin the carbonation is very fine and spacious again not what i expected . flavor starts off sweet and malty with brown sugar and caramel and i seem to get a little spice on the finish could be herbal hops but is a little bitey too maybe from alcohol but i think it is not . the beer is nice and clean but maybe thinned out a little over past year . overall a solid beer though . i would buy it again .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance this beer comes in a well presented ml green bottle with a cork and cap which really amps the artistic look to it . i pulled the wrapping off and got a pleasant pop noise as i slid the cork out and reached for my new tulip which was given to me by a friend . i gave this beer a healthy straight on pour and it greeted me with a sold three finger thick head which appeared to be really light and fluffy . i m holding my glass up to the light and i m getting a really vibrant dark gold color that has a slight amount of haze in it . as typical i gave the glass a nice swirl and did n t really get any legs running down the wall which confirms that this is a nice light beer . smell right off the top there is a huge bouquet of sour apples grassy hay like aromas with some acidity and vinegar thrown in . this almost reminds me of a dry cider that was soured intentionally with some lemon and faint oak notes thrown in . this is a real nice challenge to pick out all of the nuances going on here since it is so complex . wait i have another good descriptor for you . hear me out . this is almost musty smelling like and old basement . taste holy is this sour . i took my first big sip and it made my eyes close it was that tart . now do n t get me wrong here this is n t a sour like when milk goes bad this is a pleasant flavor adding tartness meshed with complexity . i m pulling out loads of lemon acid barnyard funk citrus and lots of fruit . almost every sip i take the flavor profile changes and i love every one . this is the true meaning of fermented art work because this beer takes a true test of time skill and a little bit of insanity to make . the beer has a real dry finish almost like a brute champagne and really is a nice because you want to keep coming back for more on a hot day like today . but in a whole there is no other way to describe this but just mouth puckering tartness . drinkability this was an amazing shock to the taste buds today i recommend that everyone breaks away from their favorite style once and awhile just to give your senses something new to enjoy . as far as drinkability goes this one is really going to be up to you because it is so different from any style out there . i d say that its pretty drinkable but not in large quantities and i m glad that it was in a short bottle . this beer was refreshing and tart and i could see it pairing very well with lots of foods and desserts . if you happen to come across this style of beer go for it you never know what you ll think unless you try it,aroma,1.0,1
a poured golden amber with a strong head . s had a sweet and hoppy smell that invigorates the senses and prepares you for the taste . t who knew that cranberries and hops are a great compliment to each other but they are . there is a great taste of cranberries the sweet part and hops the bitter that meshes well in my mouth . m there was a bit of a slimy feeling after each sip but the rest was good . d the taste was the main highlight for this drink and kept me excited aout each sip .,aroma,0.9,1
remember the review from ba mag a while back . purchased one of the bottles while up at short s in bellaire mi a couple weekends ago . they had it in the fridge behind the bar yes please . vintage enjoyed on is it still good . the bartender says it has aged really well . a it s still carbonated that s something at least . fingers of off white head is fizzy and tight with great retention . hazy orange amber liquid is gorgeous . a tad too much head . s smells tangy slightly stings the nostrils in a good way . ginger simple syrup orange peel graham cracker crust peaches . something a tad off lurks almost like a liqueur . t sweetness with a touch of ginger up front aspirin on the finish . this one has gone a bit sour astringent . tastes like it was once great though . fair tasting but the aspirin is too dominant . m full and sweet at first with some ginger spice . astringent finish is unpleasant . too fizzy . d i bomber is enough . i would love to try it fresh if they decide to make it again like most of the other bombers . please do .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance the beer is a peachy cloudy pour color with a smally fuzzy rim of head . smell very faint nose until it gets warm . there are hints of honey malts and liquor . taste it has a sweet thick vanilla caramel start . then it blends to a brandy style alcohol finish . mouthfeel the body grows in teh mouth . really grows . at first it is syrupy then it feels very foamy and then it fades gently away . drinkability this a smooth drink for special occasions would pair well with any meal that is heavy in carbohydrates and salty . its a little expensive versus the beer s quality .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer is much better in a can than it is bottled . i once had a german friend who offered this beer to me and i wasnt impressed . granted it does taste better to the good ol american bud light . becks has an awful smell to it . but if you can get beyond the smell it does taste ok .,aroma,0.2,0
pours dark brown with a finger tan head that had good retention and left lacing all over the glass smell maybe my nose is not working but i pick up nothing but just a quick faint whiff of chocolate malt taste this is where the series started to shine rich dark roasted malts backed by a good amount of hop flavor mouthfeel is medium heavy with low carbonation very slick and smooth drinkability after the so so beers of the the was where the annv . series hit its stride perfect winter brown stout porter,aroma,0.4,0
there are some oily herbal hop notes on the nose but they are slight for an ipa . pours a beautiful deep copper with a slight white head . pretty good blast of hops on the first sip . rustic and raw . more of an english slant rather than american for an ipa . fairly sharp bitterness . nice malt tones too . pretty good ipa .,aroma,0.6,1
served in a pint glass a pours a very nice deep amber color with two fingers of frothy white head that lingers beautifully pours entirely clear and clean leaves a nice amount of lacing s clear scent of citrusy hops the bottle indicates they are fuggles and cascade t taste doesnt quite meet up with the expectations i had after the first scent initially citrus hops but then a more powerful taste sneaks its way in and tries to ruin it all kind of funky almost like soil or something reminiscent of decomposing trees strange i know m strong carbonation tingle lingering funky taste o everything besides the funky taste its quite nice in this brew i know it isnt just a bad batch or this particular bottle because i have had this brew before and have has similar experiences both oin tap and in the bottle,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle with a black crown . a amber with a touch of red . nice khaki colored head with decent retention . s almost no smell at all but what was there smelt like sweet malts . t malts sweet fruit mild and some nuts . d nice carbonation and very smooth . there was a slight bitter aftertaste .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance pours a very dark black color with a thin tan ring around the edge . slight lacing on the sides . nose a nice roasted malt scent with some chocolate and creamy oat scent . it has a slight vanilla sweetness too . taste a deep rich toasted malt flavor . not as much chocolate as the nose but its very present . bitter chocolate gives way to the roasted oat and smooth toffee and espresso flavor . definitely some dark fruits maybe some prunes as well . a slight alcohol burn at the end . mouthfeel very heavy beer with low carbonation . this beer is very creamy and almost chewy in your mouth . there is a slight alcohol twinge at the end . drinkability stone made a great beer in this one . sometimes you get tired of a plain old oatmaeal stout . this was a nice twist and its exactly as advertised . i wish they would make this year round .,aroma,1.0,1
old rasuptin imperial stout is quite an interesting brew . it pours a chocolaty black color with a thin purplish tan head . it is deep dark and mysterious perhaps much like the ellusive rasputin himself . i love the smell of this beer . it mixes roasted coffee aromas with the sweeter remnants of chocolate caramel and toffee . sweetness epitomized . there is also a nice bold noticeable tinge of hops to the overall inhalation . it tastes like carmalized coffee with malt and a slight hops kick at the end of each swallow . alcohol is noticeable but barely . in the mouth this beer is amazingly bold and full . it holds well with low carbonation . there is also a nice biting aftertaste allowing its overall substance to be reckoned with . on the whole this well documented russian imperial stout does not disappoint . not normally my favorite style but this one is a keeper . it is a candied coffied delight for the palate . surprisingly easy to enjoy despite its nine percent abv .,aroma,1.0,1
got this at the flying saucer . this is hands down the best beer i ve gotten from sweetwater . appearance is dark black with a thick mocha colored finger length head that leaves a ton of lacing . smell is not very impressive . some crisp chocolate malt notes along with some roasted malt . taste if more full lots of roasted chocolate malt and roasted barley . not bitter but it does have a nice unsweetened chocolate flavor with hints of cocoa nibs and caramel . mouthfeel is thick and silky . easy to drink for the abv a great stout to indroduce people to if they want to try the high octane stouts,aroma,0.4,0
got in magic hat spring sampler the pour on this brew was a basic brown orange color . very clear and crisp looking . it pour with a great two finger mocha colored head . i leave some nice lacing throughout the brew and a nice ring that follows the brew down . the aroma on the brew is n t huge but it does have a nice roasted malt at the front with some nice toasted toffee notes as well . there is also a great kick as it warms a bit with some floral hops . this brew clearly is going to be better as it warms . boom . this brew is great when it comes to taste . i never expected the what i got out of this brew . its packed with flavor . there is a great toffee cocoa at the front of this brew . its very bold with a rich nuttiness . its balanced very well giving a bit of bitterness . its got a nice dry finish . it also has some great floral grassy notes that give this brew a complexity i was n t expecting this from this brew . im impressed . the mouthful on this brew is a bit sticky in a good way . it has a nice floral hops giving a nice dry finish . great flavors that hold you on for the next drink . for some the bitterness of this particular brew might be a bit to much but for the a craft brew drinker its pretty good . it actually reminds me of a stout but not so filling . it a nice brew great job magic hat .,aroma,0.6,1
full bodied malty aroma with lush fruity complexity . a truly profound smell . has all the plums and figs of a dickens novel . pours a deep red chestnut brown with little floaty yeasties and very soft carbonation that crafts a silky head . pour it slowly to avert that slurry of yeast particles . the taste expounds upon the smell and includes a mad spice rack of flavors that hint at nutmeg allspice and a chairlift ride up the sugar candy mountain . theres also an alcohol edge to the taste . im not mad about the finish which is a little torn or fragmented but im willing to give it another eight years or so to round out a bit . this is a heavy deliberate brew that improves notably at room temperature .,aroma,1.0,1
not going through the typical review . this one is black as night not head at all except for a small line of ring . smell is the best feature chocolate chip cookies booze and coffee. it is flat . the taste is fine but not as good as the smell and would be better with carbonation . balance is off the chart boozy with no carbonation . no way it is a session beer . done .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at the tied house in san jose . alpine gold is a sparkling pale gold ale with a small white head . the aroma is of fresh pine hops . the mouth feel is watery and chalky . the flavor is crisp and quick with a tiny puff of bitterness . the aroma really saves this one even if it seems a little out of place . rated may,aroma,0.8,1
if ever there was a lawnmower beer this is it . very large head that goes away quickly . carbonation is good . honey comes through i in the flavor but not so much in the aroma . light bodied deep golden color but not very flavorful other than the honey . wet mouthfeel yeah i like that description . ho hum .,aroma,0.3,0
this is a fairly average offering in liquor stores round the calgary area but it is one i can never pass up this is a very flavourful beer by any means though it is the most mass produced of the scotch ales . ruby darkness in the appearance with enough head at first but then dropping to less than a cm . light brown head leaving patchy lacing . i love the hue of amber red glow to this beer . the colour itself is almost appetising . the aroma is my favourite part of the beer . sweet candy or blueberry gum rich sweet malt that evokes red licorice candy cane sweet bread sourdough and other sweet confectionaries . the taste is not as full as the aroma . this is a sweet offering from the time it hits your tongue to the time it leaves your breath up front there are cherries and irish red tastes . in the middle are more smoky toasted grain notes . the aftertaste is smoky and extremely grainy like many of this nation s finer whiskies . the hops are there adding a touch of balance and grass to the finish . the mouthfeel is well carbonated full and heavy . you can taste this beer on the tongue long after you have finished . drinkability is limited by the sweetness and heaviness . personal verdict this is a beer i can drink quite regularly even though i am of the mcgregor clan .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a dark gold orange with a strong white head that bubbles away into a nice cm rim at top . lots of citrus in the aroma with some cloves and banana . it seems to be about the citrus aspects with lemon and hints of orange bitter orange . taste is highly carbonated with lots of lemon and bitter orange citrus . hints of spice character in the back which help the aftertaste quite well . beautiful beer all around and to think it is totally organic is wonderful . amazingly refreshing hefe and the citrus notes give a slight tingle on the tongue with the hops . it is light and quenches a thirst on a hot summers not incredibly well .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a oz bottle into chilled mug . cloudy butterscotch color with a smallish head that dissipated almost immediately good lacing . the aroma mango pineapple exotic flowers is delightful . smells like hawaii in a bottle . good carbonation slightly tangy very crisp . not as grapefruity as i usually like but i did n t mind the lack at all a very pleasant surprise . nice light tart aftertaste . if it was available in california it s not i d definitely drink this beer again .,aroma,1.0,1
i found an assortment of untouched beers in the fridge tonight whose i m not quite sure and decided i d be reviewing a few of them . first on the list is moosehead lager from canada . how d the canadians ever get around to brewing what s here called an american pale lager anyway . ca n t we just call this one a canadian super pale lager eh . buncha hosers they musta been that brewed this one . should n t be too harsh sorry . the pour is all kinds of pale with a little bit of head that disappears right away . if it were n t for the slight touch of head sitting on top of the beer i d possibly mistake this for a heavily carbonated apple juice . hopefully i wo n t be wanting one after this . this beer smells like ice hockey . this tastes a lot like i expected it to taste it s really not that awful . let s give moosehead some credit here for this one . it tastes just like a canadian super pale lager eh . should . it s a clean crisp lager with some lingering malty flavors . goes down easy i see people referring to a lot of beers like this as lawnmower beers i ve been spending too much money on beer so i ca n t quite afford one but as of right now we re gon na go ahead and refer to this as a sit on my ass and get yelled at by my mom while i watch myself sweat on the porch beer . salutations,aroma,0.4,0
pours a bright and glowing ruby red color with a thick and lacy red head . sweet cherry aromas fill the nose and the highly carbonated brew bubbles out a seemingly endless supply of the smell . the flavor is sweet and very very cherry . there is also a tart bite within the mix of sweetness and fades into an even more tart flavor in the finish . the finish comes and goes quickly as the light body and very high carbonation flow away .,aroma,1.0,1
lot d best before october so this is an aged bottle and hopefully organoleptics would reflect that . pours deep amber somewhat hazed body with attractive ruby hue topped by mid sized tan head that gradually recedes and gets quickly revived with each swirl . one of the most appealing scents i ve ever came across rich malt with heavy caramel sweetness and pronounced chocolate qualities strong esters of fully ripen figs and dried cherries aromas are perfectly mellowed and reminiscent of good port wine . flavor is malty sweet with light bitterness underneath dark fruits quite prominent peppery phenols and smooth alcohol warmth . finish is surprisingly dry with lightly bitter aftertaste with woodsy notes . rather airy initially butt seems to be quickly loosing carbonation trapped within medium body and gets rather flat . overall a good bsda with remarkable ripen fig dried cherries aroma . ml into tulip,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle into a pint glass . damn you in store advertising . i was charmed into trying this cute grapefruit beer but it turned out to be a gimmick or more accurately a cruel joke . appearance it starts out ok pouring a full pink color like carbonated ruby red grapefruit juice . a moderate head subsides and leaves a more compact one in its stead . smell it smells like grapefruit juice if grapefruit juice was tainted with cough medicine . taste remarkably consistent with the smell unfortunately . i honestly do not know how a legitimate brewery would approve of selling this beer . how was grapefruit and ethyl alcohol not a huge hit . are those phenols i m tasting . i ca n t tell with all of the chemical mess going on here . mouthfeel crisp medium carbonation . but while it is in my mouth my brain keeps telling me to spit it out so that is probably not a good sign . drinkability i actually took the remainder of this over to friend s house simply to laugh at the horrendous execution of what could have been an interesting beer . it was either that or the drain . the amount that i had in order to write the review was sufficient to make my stomach hurt . immediately going to a tried and true favorite to get this taste out of my mouth .,aroma,0.3,0
oz . can into glass pint . . ea . s corn and lots of it . just the tiniest amount of detectable hops . the scent is really weak and gets weaker with time . it is n t so much bad as it is just almost nonexistent . a big soapy head with a lot of retention . good lacing . bright light yellow body . t corn and just a little hops . more like a tea . it is n t bad just boring and pointless . like eating unflavored tofu . m very light body with low to medium carbonation . the body is just way too light for my preference . d very good drinkability and you are going to need every bit of it . at . abv you have to maintain a brutal pace to even know you are drinking beer . o not bad if you have to drink it like at a baseball game and it really is my macro of choice but it just ca n t compare to real beer .,aroma,0.3,0
bottle poured into a pint glass . golden orange slightly hazy minimal white head . sweet malts wheat maple syrup and barrel aged booze in the nose . wheat sweet malts with a hoppy backbone . pretty sweet almost cloyingly so but enjoyable to my palate . boozy on the way down leaving your throat tingly . light to medium bodied and surprisingly creamy . carbonation stings the tongue . not my favorite founders brew but solid nonetheless .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks jim from sherbrooke for providing me this sample . ruddy bronze in colour with a whole bunch of floaties despite this being a pretty fresh bottle . not something i expected and a little bit of a turn off for this style . a finger of creamy beige head that seems to have great staying power . good amounts of lacing as i drink . great hoppy citrus punch to the nose . very distinct grapefruit aroma . a bit of honey sweetness buried underneath all that hoppiness but it struggles to stick out . big brash hops to the taste as well . to the tongue the citrus gives way a little to a bit of herbal hops as well . there is a base of malt to ground the hops but it certainly does n t make up a big part of the taste . body is on the light side but has an oily quality . the carbonation is a little coarse but overall it is n t a bad mouthfeel . i m a little torn on this one it has some great qualities and some just okay qualities . i really like the hop profile but long for just a bit more balance . definitely worth trying but i m not sure i ll be getting any more for myself .,aroma,0.9,1
had this nitro tap at bodega review from notes . how do you make an already smooth beer more smooth . by nitrogenating it . at a bar where you typically do n t get served a glass with much if any head my beer arrived with two solid fingers of thick head that would n t budge . quivering as one solid mass like pudding the head had as good of retention as any beer move over guinness . i have heard of and tried resting a bottle cap on the head of a beer i bet nitro milk stout could support a quarter . tons of visible micro bubbles ring the inside of the glass for three fingers below the head . otherwise this is a black beer the head is a dark mocha color . ohh and the lace was awesome . you know the shape of canned cranberry sauce on a plate . that s the pattern the lace left on the inside of my glass . actually as i begin recalling the lace i feel the need to bump the appearance score up to a from my initial . . mild roasted malts and the unmistakable scent of a nitrogenated beer rise up at me . personally i prefer the regular version on this acumen . tastes sweeter than its counterpart . lots of lactic sweetness lending an extremely smooth character to the beer . coffee bitterness and bitter dark malts spill onto my palate through the smooth filter of nitrogen . mouthfeel smooth . nuff said . ohh i gave it a need a little more . it was like drinking in cloud vapor . drinkability is good enough but i prefer the regular version of this beer to the nitrogenated version .,aroma,0.6,1
it serves it s purpose of being cheap and bearable . in fact one can gain a fondness for it after a few are drank in succession . it looks like watered down carbonated honey but tastes nothing like that . it starts out with a mild sugary sweet then goes a bit bitter . very carbonated and watery in the mouth and yeasty alcohol in the nose . it s nothing to get excited about unless you re looking to get out of hand .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a gold orange with a head that quickly dropped to just a mere skim leaving some nice lacing behind . the smell is extremely interesting behind the hops it just reeks of fresh peach to me . i kept sniffing the beer throughout my time with it just because it was so much fun to get that strong of a peach smell from a beer . the taste is hop forward tropical with an accent of pine but mostly tropical . the finish was quite bitter but in a contradiction also smooth . i do n t know how that gets pulled off but i enjoyed it very much . it s a little heavy in the mouth but still very drinkable . in fact at . it is dangerously drinkable . like a lot of people i had this beer side by side with hopslam . even though they are the same style they are very different beers . hopslam gets a slight edge in my opinion but i really enjoyed double trouble and the two beers compliment each other very well . there are definetly days and settings where i would prefer double trouble to hopslam .,aroma,1.0,1
tried this from a bottle into my duvel tulip fresh also i should note i had a slight runny nose but nothing to intense i feel to really ruin my review just walked in from the cold but after the first few sips my nose felt almost good as new appearance poured nicely with little head nice dark brown color more carbonation than i expected being released from the bottom of the glass smell honestly this smelled pretty generic up front was a nice malty smell and a moderate hops also a faint fruity smell in the end taste taste followed the nose started off with a nice malty sweetness and a moderate hops bitter in the middle finished with a nice fruity sweetness as it warmed up the hops became more pronounced but still a background note and the fruity end grew and became a mild raisin flavor after taste lingered of raisins but was not unpleasant but wish it had been a bit more raisiny mouthfeel felt thick but the carbonation helped lighten it a little all in all it was close to the texture i anticipated and the carbonation made it very palatable drinkability not sure of the abv but it drank very easily guessing its no higher than . because there was no hint of alcohol in the flavor that being said this is a very drinkable beer i could have easily had more without thinking of it sitting planning on sitting on the other for a while to see what happens to this one might need a little time on it to meld all the flavors together,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . drink by date is december of so cutting it a little close with this refrigerator leftover . the normal samuel adams labels love em or hate em . i actually lean towards the love side as they are iconic for me living in boston . pours a translucent straw body with a white one finger head that quickly dissolves to a substandard film . first sniff gave me a big hit of lemon rind reminding me a lot of their summer ale . the rest of the nose is all yeast with a sour citrus finish . when i took my first sip my initial thoughts were hey i like this . a big loaf of bready yeasts hits you with hints of coriander citrus pepper and some extremely faint apple . however the end hits you with a very stale tasting sour finish which i do n t enjoy . also as the beer begins to sit and warm slightly balance seems to completely be out of whack with a very nutty hop profile coming in which really is n t necessary . the beer has a balance of viscosity throughout the drink very smooth and of nice consistency . however as the beer sits for a bit and warms the beer begins to take on a very unpleasant sticky character to it . this has always been one of my favorite sam adams and really got me into the style . while probably not as technically sound as other brews i have encountered since starting to appreciate beer i hold a soft spot for this . certainly one i ll never say no to and one i ll gladly pick up if the selection at a store is n t large .,aroma,0.8,1
drinking date bottled on date st week of november glassware tulip appearance an unusually colorful beer to look at . deep amber at the heart fading to a bright red and then orange and yellow at the edges . poured a thick creamy head that had a slight orange tint but left pretty quick . pleasure to look at and had me stalling the first sip . smell bursting with all kinds of zesty citrusy aromas . the smell was so pungent i could smell it a foot and a half away which was great . this beer was a great pleasure both to see and smell . taste immediate bitterness that is the mainstay throughout the beer . i tasted some bitter citrus flavor that was much like orange rind . but that was it . just a bitterness and rindy taste with little complexity . perhaps the appearance and smell had me too excited but i was somehat dissappointed in the taste . mouthfeel light bodied and average amount of carbonation . drinkability the taste did not keep me interested very long which argues against having multiple drinks . however there was nothing offensive to the beer and was pleasant enough for uninvolved drinking . notes interesting enough . worth purchasing just for the smell and look .,aroma,1.0,1
i m relatively new to smoked beer but if bieropholie s calumet is a good representation i ll definitely be picking up more . after a unibroue raftman earlier this weekend which was n t smokey at all despite its label on this site this is a pleasant surprise . poured from a standard bottle i still have more . woohoo . into a pint glass . pleasant black coffee colour with a small dirty white head that leaves some residue as it fades seems to be a good sign for my tastes . smell is awesome the smoked pork hits you first followed by hints of raw sugar honey apples or pears and black licorice . first few sips have an element of burnt ness to them but once you get used to it it s quite pleasant . there s almost a saltiness to it with some background flavours of coffee chocolate and strong malts . mouthfeel is nice and thick and coating . aftertaste is longlasting and quite bitter with the coffee flavours evolving into strong espresso . definitely glad i have a six pack of this and i will likely pick up more the next time i m in pq .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance pretty dark a deep garnet color . more of a fiery red around the edges when held up to light . a hafl finger of head recedes to a sparse covering leaving behind some stray dotted lace . aroma on the pour it gives off some chocolate kahlua like fumes . it settles down and some of more typical dark fruit and boozy nose emerges along with some grain . the lower abv allow more of the ingredients to come out on the sniff i like that . warming brings out some spicy licorice aromas almost like jagermeister . taste i got ta say after the appealing pour and nose the taste is a bit of a letdown . the flavor comes across as diluted . a few more sips to adjust the palate and things improve . licorice chocolate enhanced by the alcohol those are the primary flavors i pick up . the end is rather plain a warm alcohol flavor fairly void of taste . not very complex or big but despite a little miss regarding style it does taste fairly good . mouthfeel definitely on the watery side i think it misses the style s intent here on that but the understated abv does make an impression despite . drinkability what it lacks in bigness it gains in drinkability . far more doable in quantity than just about any barleywine i know of . this might be a good intro beer for the style actually .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance pours a dark brown head nice frosty light brown head that dissipates quite quickly smell toasted rich malt with a subtle earthiness taste roosted malt with a hard nut in the back dry finish this is very big and bold for a brown ale if you ask me very nice and complex weight medium to heavy body with a low carbonation finish rich malt still lingers with a bitter hop finish,aroma,0.6,1
poured into an orval goblet this beer was rich mahogany in color with a perfect creamy full head . .gorgeous . nose was also top notch liqourice comes to mind first followed by a healthy serving of alcohol which was no surprise at this abv also some very sweet candylike notes as well . taste for me was ok . i really must admit that i had high hopes but this was n t bad by any means just not as i expected . immediate big flavor but spicy tingly alchohol pretty much dominates the whole way through . not unpleasant by any means some slight hints at oaky woodiness in the background but the alcohol is the main component here . overall a good high abv beer which is pleasant tasting and gorgeous but it did n t blow me away by any means .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a deep black with a huge frothy dark brown head . lacing sticks like frosted ice . the aroma is a very nice rich creamy milk chocolate . hints of burnt ash and coffee . sometimes when reviewing beers i ve noticed that aromas can take a back seat once the first sip has occured . the best part of this beer is that the aroma is so strong it is a major component of the beer even while drinking the last swallow . flavor consists of a creamy milk chocolate . heavy cream flavor . there is a slight slick and sour flavor that could lead it down the wrong path but in this case just makes the experience more interesting . mouthfeel is surprising because it reminds me of what i d get off of a tap . low carbonation a certain flavor not sure what it is . nice feeling coming out of a bottle . drinkability is high if you like flavorful stouts . extremely enjoyable . mine was served somewhat warm . a real treat as i found it in the junk bin while checking out at woodman s . i asked the checkout guy how much it was and he said the bottle was cents . hell yea .,aroma,1.0,1
oz growler straight from the brewery graciously shared by davolebomb served in standard pint glasses a pours with a thin wisp of loose fluffy light orange tinted foam . blink and its gone . the beer is very muddy and cloudy burnt orange in color . pretty unique looking though not quite appealing . s sweet and ripe freshly pureed mangos . balanced a bit by bright wet piney hops with a slightly floral twinge . t slightly tart and sweet mangos and oranges sits atop slightly bready crunchy malt bed . assertive piney hops with flashes of earth and grass . picking up some lemon peel as it settles along with a delicate booziness . m medium bodied with tight and crispy yet moderate carbonation . slightly dry chewy and sweet in the finish with some lingering hops and a subtle alcohol burn . d wonderful balance and hands down the best execution of fruit meets hops that i have ever had . i prefer the un mango version of this slightly more also graciously shared by dave .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a hazy orange good initial amount of head but quickly decreased heavy lacing s very aromatic not as hoppy as i imagined for a double ipa t heavy on the malt bitter after taste m heavy on the mouth sticky on the lips o not bad at all nothing above average though aside from its very aromatic smell,aroma,0.9,1
this was an interesting beer . it poured a very nice clear copper color and while it did not have much head it looked good and it also had a nice aroma however it had one of the strangest tastes i have had in a beer . first the mouthfeel was almost oily and it seemed to leave a film in my mouth . my friends thought i was crazy but it tasted like liquid fried chicken . it was not a very pleasant taste thank goodness this taste was the first taste when the beer hit my mouth and dissipated quickly . the beer did not have a strong after taste . do n t think i would drink this again .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pitch black in colour with a creamy head tan in colour . light carbonation . aroma incredibly aromatic rich bitter chocolate fresh roasted coffee beans smoked oak chips burnt caramel woody . taste heavy roasted malts up front with clears flavours of dark bitter chocolate and espresso . there is a smokey whiskey taste that emerges towards and becomes prominent in the finish . mouthfeel full and heavy as with original base beer . it is smooth and silky with a velvety feel . drinkability i m a big a fan of old engine oil and the barrel aging has lost none of chocolately coffee flavours and has added an incredibly smokey whiskey taste at the finish . ca n t wait to try the older aged beers .,aroma,1.0,1
alas i endeavored to infestingly enjoy this beer but only succeeded in cooperating with it . cooperating to the extent of making it disappear down my gullet while recalling the tastes and aromas i could pleasurably parse and attempting to mollify the tastes and aromas that nauseated me . my initial thoughts on aroma were barnyard sauteed mushroom blue cheese and flower each of which i enjoy . however i subsequently and inescapably entered an aromatic realm of cow anus limburger and durian . luckily the palate perhaps by virtue of liquid perhaps by temperature the anus limburger and durian were held in abeyance though maybe only slightly so before finishing dry and painting my tongue with three coats of its threatening vomitousness . reading other reviews perhaps i had a bad bottle . to me this was not an enjoyable iipa . it was bordering on nasty .,aroma,0.2,0
this beer pours an orange amber color with a nice head that disappears completely with just a thin lace at the top of the glass remaining . the nose has a nice strong hoppy and fruity peachlike aroma . i found the taste to not be all that desirable however . i can taste a buttery flavor mixed in with a not very well balanced hoppiness . the aftertaste is dry . i had higher hopes for the taste . the mouthfeel and drinkability fare better . i m looking forward to tasting the double ipa next .,aroma,0.9,1
strong aroma is spicy with an overtone of caramel and honey . it pours a clear golden amber with a thick and fairly persistent off white head . flavor is malty and spicy with a hint of caramel and just a touch of honey sweetness . texture is smooth and fairly tingly leaving behind a nice fizzy and spicy finish .,aroma,0.9,1
got this beer at a party . does n t taste very good . kinda skunky with that typical marcobrew taste . i ca n t taste any hops or anything that might define a real beer . not a good beer to drink not even that good for drinking games cause it kind of fills you up . anyways i ll probably drink more of these later but i probably wo n t enjoy them .,aroma,0.3,0
ml bottle poured into a tulip glass . vintage . big flanders oud bruin fan been looking forward to this for some time . a pours a muddy mahogany with a inch head of off white foam that recedes quickly and loudly lotsa fizzing to a slight haze and thin ring . s man i can smell this from across the room . the sour cherries dominate with a healthy dose of red wine vinegar for the acidity . definitely the most cherry forward oud bruin i ve had but leather tobacco and a good amount of oak make themselves known as well . smells wonderful . t flavor is a bit subdued really disappointing after such an amazing nose . more tart cherry with flavors of brown sugar vinegar tobacco and high quantities of oak . taste is a bit muddy not as clean and sharp as i d like and i feel the oak presence is a bit much . damn i wanted to love this . m light bodied with very sharp high carbonation . finding this to be a bit over carbonated too sharp for my liking it kinda kills the flavor a bit . o i enjoyed this but was hoping for much more . initially i thought it would be a challenge to oude tart but does n t come anywhere close . still it scratched my oud bruin itch nicely .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to timmcd who included this as an extra in an awesome trade . pours an elegant black with a modest tan head . the smell is outstanding i was salivating from the roasty nutty goodness . the taste did n t do so much for me though . there s some chocolate and roastiness but more modest than expected . there s a metallic lacticity which i guess is the milk bit . i know they were n t intending a sweet beer but i think this still could stand to be a bit sweeter . also make sure you drink this one warm . i had to let it warm up more than most beers to get the real flavor profile . the beer seems thin and watery to me yet still slick . and too carbonated for these kinds of flavors . i did n t quite manage to finish the bomber i just was n t that into this beer . but it s such an odd mixture . and it makes my stomach feel fairly full for something of fairly low gravity . i give midnight sun credit for trying things out here . i like how they push the envelope . this beer is interesting but in my opinion not up to many of their other outstanding offerings . if offered the opportunity i would say you try it . it s commendably interesting and unique but it just did n t really impress me .,aroma,1.0,1
it came corked in dark green glass . watch your eyes as the cork pushed its way out as soon as i removed the wire cap . a huge creamy white head . the smell is thich with malt yeast and spice . classic belgium beer . the taste is nice with notes of yeast and spice with a slight hint of alchol . very nice beer for a hot day by the grill .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to my brother andy for cracking this one . pours black into a tulip with about an inch of tan head . nice lacing on this with some dark spots atop the tin layer of head . really nice nose on this . a big whiff of belgian yeast revealing dark fruits and a faint hint of very bitter cocoa . after a few nose dives in this one i ve become a bit used to the yeast smell and richer chocolate notes are revealed as well as a faint alcohol aroma . the taste has a big espresso flavor . a very bitter finish . this has a syrupy richness to it with a nice malt balance . the bitter finish balances the richness of this beer nicely . a bit more carbonated than what would fit my preference but this drinks like a nice sipper .,aroma,0.9,1
enjoyed in a shaker pint at tops . nutty auburn and brilliantly clear pumpkin ale is the color of fall . a finger of light khaki bubbles textured like oceanic foam fizzles away quickly leaving little between you and the rather intense nose . sweet heavy cream . hints of cinnamon almond and nutmeg blend with buttery baked bread and pumpkin so sweetly caramelized it tastes like it s been thrown on an outdoor grill . i want to make a candle out of it . the flavor is sadly not as intense as the aroma but that might not be a bad thing . with massively sweet and spicy pumpkin brews a little is usually enough and a full bottle can be wearying . wasatch s pumpkin ale exhibits a cleaner flavor that avoids this cloying quality and increases drinkability . inside pumpkin rind mixes with apple juice at first and very subtle cinnamon and allspice rise to replace them after the swallow . a bit of tanginess remains on the tongue after the dry finish but it s not enough to upset the balance that s going on here . at four percent abv wasatch pumpkin is one of the few truly sessionable pumpkin ales . with a medium body that s fairly light on the tongue high carbonation and a clean finish if there s any pumpkin ale to spend a chilly night drinking this is it .,aroma,1.0,1
huge thanks to browna alex for a sixer of this fine brew in a recent trade . oz bottle poured into a chalice . pours a faintly hazy dark copper orange with a thin half finger width white head on top . some spotty lace clings to the glass . the nose is bursting with scents of fresh squeezed oranges pineapple guava . slightly peppery with a faint alcohol singe on the back end . good full bodied ipa with plenty of carbonation zip . there s plenty of bitter hops to go around with this beer but my overall impression is pepper and spices . i expected more of a fruity tasting ipa but this one is herbal earthy and spicy . part of this reminds me of saison du buff any version with the herbal notes but it is definitively an ipa . some citrus sweetness rounds it out and there s a crisp bitter finish . as far as drinkability is concerned the spiciness may wear on me after awhile but it is a pleasure to sip one . a good bitter beer that will cure my hop fix any day .,aroma,0.9,1
pleasing copper color lots of off white head . poured into an orval chalice . huge fruit esters in the nose slightly citrusy . this is beautiful and refined . wow . taste . well odd . lots of bitterness not all expected . taste is actually a little bland beyond that not a lot to it . kind of disappointed . mf is creamy . man the nose really had me going but the taste did n t follow through . bummed,aroma,1.0,1
ah a nitro can i have n t had one in several years . the layered reverse cascade is always visually appealing . from bottom up clear amber body golden carbonation and creamy off white head . beautiful . such a familiar comforting scent i ve really got to drink more english ales . caramel candy mild medicinal notes and a touch of cream . almost smells too sweet after a few whiffs . very little if any hop scent . yeast really pushes through a marshmallow like flavor which is quickly supplanted b y a husky pale malt body . bittering hops show up on the finish although they re accompanied by an off sort of bitterness that is faintly metallic . creamy to be sure but finishes a touch watery considering . hardly any carbonated feel although that s permissible for something mimicking a real ale . drinkable without a doubt and i enjoyed revisiting a style that i used to indulge in frequently during my beer infancy .,aroma,0.9,1
consumed on draft at brewery . served on nitro resulting in a typically luxurious head . color is surprise . amber . creamy on the palate again thanks to the nitro . no aroma to speak of . sweet and malty initially with a nice citrus kick at the end . no hop bitterness to go with the lemons oranges though . i like ambers that are more about malt than bitterness this is what i m talking about . still a touch more hop bitterness and this would be a real contender .,aroma,0.4,0
poured a very large head . a little too large . laces nicely . the aroma is alittle funky i was not pleased . the taste is very earthy and has a caramel finish . the alcohol makes itself known in the aftertaste . it s a very well constructed ale and as belgian strong ales go it is very good but this style is not usually my favorite . it is very drinkable however . i think further cellaring and conditioning may bringout a better flavor .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage oz . i was surprised to find a vintage at my local bottle shop . obviously this has mellowed quite a bit in that time to my benefit . a clear ruby red aggressive poor produces no lacing s not a lot going on here maybe some figs or plums and vanilla or caramel t wonderfully subdued representation of the same aromas in the nose m very smooth and creamy with just enough carbonation for a clean finish d impressive for . quite dangerous actually as i would have no problem finishing the bomber . i plan to enjoy this frequently .,aroma,0.6,1
hazy peach . turbulent little yeast chunks caught up in the cyclone . hugemongous eggshell head never subsides . smells very faint alcohol and nutmeg with a bit of almond and herbal dust . flavor starts as sweet honey and slowly evolves into a leafy peppery dryness . wonderfully balanced and so silky smooth .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle poured into a palm tulip . pours out a relatively clear with amber highlights . lots of foam that fades into a ring . uh oh . smells sour . looks like my run of infected beers continues grrrr . to be fair this has been in my fridge for maybe months . behind the sourness i can smell candied pecans . tastes a lot like most of the infected beers i ve had . sour . this one has some pecan behind the sour . mouthfeel is decent a bit thin but to be expected . wish i d tried this one when i first got it . oh well . down the drain it goes .,aroma,0.3,0
this beer pours with a copper body topped by a medium thick head with decent lace . grainy malt aroma with light hoppy notes and atouch of sourness . slightly sweet and bitter hoppy flavor with a good malt balance . light to medium bodied smooth and slightly dry .,aroma,0.4,0
a limited offering brewed by jim cancro at the first union location . crystal clear . deep golden with reddish tints topped by an off white head that settles quickly and leaves no lace . limited aroma with just a slight fruitiness and some citrus . thin medium in body with a crisp mouthfeel . the flavor kicks it out however with a massive fruitiness and intense hoppy grapefruit over a delicate light caramel malt base backed by a very well balanced bitterness . assertive . crisp . fruity . almost as if fresh wet hops were used . very one sided but quite unique and interesting .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at the morgan street brewery opaque black . thick hot chocolate colored retention and splashy lace . sexy stuff . smells of roast malt and cocoa . very faint should be stronger . smooth roasty ovaltine with mild milky sour at the end . hardly any bitter almost like a milk stout . mouthfeel is cask like . tastes relaxed if that s possible . overall an incredibly drinkable stout . i d bring a growler back if my suitcase was n t already full of beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a snifter like glass . clear amber with lots of champagne sized bubbles . a small head that quickly disappears into a ring of not quite lace . aroma of berries with some graininess . starts out sweet with a bit of cloves . somewhat unpleasant alcohol middle . mouthfeel is medium tilted toward light . slightly saccharine finish and aftertaste .,aroma,0.8,1
starting summary not that bad not that great a drinkable session beer if nothing better available . poured a nice clear mahogany brown with a quick fader tan head . but man that classic heineken skunky sulfur smell bums me out . taste is somewhat plain nothing stands out but a decent balance with the hops and malt . lite carbonation in the mouth again makes this ok for a six pack afternoon .,aroma,0.4,0
reviewed on from notes a clear light copper with a friendly white head . on the lighter side for an esb . s a rich toastiness . the sweetness has a faint caramel that is reminiscent to a lightened wee heavy . herbal hop notes work well with the sweet malt . t much more aggressive hopping on the palate than the nose . a good sweetness is sort of overpowered . m very soft mouthfeel . too soft . wouldnt hate for it to be a little harder . d okay but really nothing to go crazy about .,aroma,0.8,1
presentation oz . brown bottle with no bottled on or best drunk by date . appearance pale gold and clear moderate sized head if poured roughly light lacing . aroma faintly earthy hints of spoiled vegetables . taste ever so lightly grainy and bitter traces of a flavor i call macro skunk . mouthfeel crisp clean and watery lightly carbonated . notes best thing about this beer is the lack of calories . my rec . walk an extra ten to fifteen minutes and treat yourself to something with flavor .,aroma,0.3,0
mark the owner of the white horse in london england gave this to me from his cellar when i left his pub . at the time he gave it to me it seemed like he thought it was from the moon . it was special to him that s for sure . devastatingly attractive . dried herb in color . orange hits the nose first followed by cotton candy coriander allspice peach doughy yeast and a suggestion of cellar mustiness . brilliant nose . obviously aged and incredibly smooth on the palate but the cellaring destroyed the hop presense . the flavor is faint light in body but still delicious providing a light fruitiness throughout . this beer was such a damn tease .,aroma,1.0,1
pours out a dirty golden colour bronze hues with a huge frothy egg shell white head . very active carbonation supports the head and leaves lots of very clingy lace . as i sample a few bottles the rich thick head never dies . very odd aroma . sulphuric vegetal . lemon dish soap maybe . whatever it is it s not pleasing . quite a malty taste profile very heavy on the palate husky grain hay and touch of alcohol spice . hopping is coarse and adds a touch of unrefined bitterness . like a pale ale but with a lager yeast . big body on this pilsener almost too big . with a quite smooth and velvety mouthfeel . it slides down quite well and finishes a bit boozy . if i could buy s of malt liquor that tasted like this i would be happy . but for a bohemian style pilsener this is n t even close . ok i expect a pils to be light bright and hoppy.with a refreshing sense of quaffability . this offering is heavy dark and coarse with a boozy thud that is n t welcome for this style . it s an interesting beer but i m not sure it s a good interesting . .especially for the style .,aroma,0.4,0
this brew poured a very large envigorated head of creamy fine light brown bubbles and a yeasty opaque light brown body . its aroma was of a medium strength roasted malt . it had a very smooth complex palate with flavors of caramel malt and a very smooth but slightly tingly mouthfeel . i liked it better overall that the rochefort . it had an excellent lacing .,aroma,0.7,1
poured an attractice hazy thick golden color but with a bit of a small dull head . the smell was pleasant plenty of sweetness with orange honey maybe even some berries in there plus yeast spice bready notes and a touch of light hops . i was excited to give it a try but the taste dissapointed . there was the usual cast of character the yeast orange peel banana pale malts . but the tastes that i took away from the beer were the alcohol and the sweetness . the beer did not do a good job of masking the alcohol making it as the dominant flavor leaving a dry metallic aftertaste in my mouth with each sip . if anything they tried to mask it with sugary and fruity flavors but the beer just came off as syrupy especially with its pseudo thick mouthfeel . i usually enjoy triples and i think that there are plenty of better examples of this beer out there .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at west served in a pint glass . wow was i unimpressed . i appoligize for a bad review because this place was nice and the owner was very welcoming and polite but this beer was terrible . i am honestly hoping i had the last bit of the batch or it there was something wrong with it . poured a slightly hazy golden color little head no lacing . the smell was what i could only describe as like a vomit . i am honestly sorry but that was the only word to describe the aroma . the person next to me described it as feet . the flavor was very watery and weak maybe hints of citurs but mostly a bland mix of watered down tang . felt light with little carbonation i honestly did not want to finish this beer . i do appoligize to west and can only make up for this review by letting them know they they thought i had already paid but i refused to leave without paying my full tab .,aroma,0.2,0
bottle of received in a trade . appearance pours dark brown with a finger khaki crown that displays medium retention and some lace . smell wine apples a light wildness and a dark malty base . taste oh wow much worse than i expected . sweet tarts raisins sour crab apples wine and a terrible quince pith . when the featured ingredient is the worst aspect of the flavor profile i must ask why the beer was made at all . almost a drain pour mouthfeel medium bodied with average carbonation . not offensive but completely boring . overall wtf is overall . the drinkability is held back by the flavor . perhaps some aging would allow the wild yeast to develop and the back side of a lime with boat loads of grapefruit pith quince flavor to disappear . i guess i like my quince way being quoted in the film white men ca n t jump by rosie perez while on jeopardy and answering questions from the category foods that begin with the letter q,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pours a very dark amber with burgundy hues . lots of carbonation here so i m pouring slowly into a glass . still get a sizeable cap of tan foam . as it settles a plateau forms in the middle reminding me of the kill devil s hill or whatever that guy was making with mashed potatoes in the close encounters film . thick lacing like insulation all around the glass . some head formation is fine but this one is a bit much . like the amber they re putting too much gas in the brew . aroma sweet toasty malts beneath a charred grain . nice dimensions in the nose . as it settles some chocolatey notes come through as well . taste good representation of the roasted malts . just a brief touch of sweetness up front . plenty of char mid palate . the swallow turns pretty bitter the only flavor is a slightly harsh pepper flavor like jalapeno . a little more grain sweetness would help balance this . as a counter balance to the malt it does n t provide the same tasty profile mostly just some bare alpha hoppiness . the finish has some good flavors of roasted malt and char that i like but the hop side is n t helping this beer . mouthfeel very bubbly about average weight maybe a little to the thin side but not much . drinkability i did n t enjoy this one very much mostly due to the brashness of the hops . my palate adjusted some but not enough .,aroma,0.8,1
a medium orange hue with a fluffy head that settles into some larger bubbles s the smell of this is just plain funky . it smells a little like rice pudding also kind of musty old and dusty . t some hops . some similarities to bass . tastes dusty old and funky . after a couple sips i start to get more of the juniper and camping smells and taste . something is just out of whack with this one . m feels ok pretty average in terms of carbonation and smoothness d nope could barely finish one glass . note perhaps this would work better if you used it to cook with or paired it with a meal that would bring out certain flavors . by itself however not too enjoyable .,aroma,0.4,0
release and seems quite fresh . alright folks . ayinger oktoberfest is a sexy beautiful beer . poured into my half liter glass it foams up a wonderful inch dense creamy off white head that sticks around and leaves little meringue bits of lace stuck to the glass . the beer is a clear red yellow and sports tons of active carbonation that sends lots of bubbles to the top . really very little to dislike here . the smell is gentle . bready toasty sweet malts hint of starchy vegetables pumpkin . clean german yeastyness mild bittering hops and a minor graininess . possibly a slight metallic note but i smell it in some bottles and not others . hm . ahh this is pure liquid copper . lightly toasted munich malts give this a bready sweetness that lingers on your tongue balanced perfectly with bittering citrus hops . saaz . the aftertaste is lingering bitter caramel bread and goes down ultra smooth . basic and delicious . the mouthfeel is well nigh perfect fizzy and active and super clean . it s alive but not harsh and the carbonation aids the cool watery beer in a big way . i love ayinger oktoberfest and my score reflects that . this is my favorite oktoberfest to date . it avoids the excessive maltiness that many american brews fall prey to and is tasty without being filling and rich without being heavy . you could easily drink a few liters of this if it kept coming . imagine that . those germans may be onto something . this is a classic beer for the style and it is easy to see why . huge recommendation from me . get your drinking in now since it ai n t available year round .,aroma,0.7,1
best by date stamped on bottle . thanks boulder beer . poured into a snifter . pours with an light orange amber body under a finger of creamy looking off white head . this soon falls to a smooth layer on the surface . my first whiff brings grapefruit and strong pineapple to mind with an undercurrent of astringent and bitter pine sap . a little swirl allows a bit of malt to show up which smells simple enough . the flavor brings out much more malt which is balanced by hop flavors but not a huge amount of hop bitterness what i would expect from the label stating that this is dry hopped . there is quite a large helping of malts however and they are crackery and provide a nice clean aftertaste . this is an interesting flavor and one that i imagine would n t appeal to everyone but certainly does to me . the mouthfeel is on the smooth side with slightly lower than average carbonation which i prefer . conclusion i have always liked the malt flavors in boulder beer s ales and they played a role in turning me on to craft beer in the first place . i imagine that this beer could help people begin to appreciate ipas and hops in general as it displays a fair dose of hop flavor and aroma without blistering the palate with bitterness or a total absence of malt flavors .,aroma,0.9,1
got this in a mixed pack from brennan s in oconomowoc . a dark yellowish slightly brown . almost no head . s slight fruity smell mixed with a bit of a cream smell t tastes slightly fruity as well . first few drinks i really did n t like this beer but it s starting to grow on me as i work my way through the bottle . m average bubbley d i probably wo n t be having any more of these but it was worth a try .,aroma,0.4,0
originally sampled on january . break out the smoked sausage the perfect beer to accompany it is here . alaskan smoked porter is beautifully smokey . one whiff makes you think you re in a great deli loaded w good smoked sausage . it pours jet black w a tan . it has a little bite on the tongue but it s quite enjoyable .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks clint a pours burnt caramel central opacity bordered with golden hues . no indications of carbonation . looks like tomme mighta helped with this one . s cool . smells like bananas foster and some nougat . intriguing . t cola flat cola flavor . some slight weed ash mixed with more hints of banana . after taste is unconventionally infantile as in reminds me of diapers out of the package . m nearly flat and relatively thick feeling . sticky and i try not to get much on my lips as the residual sugars are certainly daunting . o i do n t really care for this . the nose is awesome but the flavor is a letdown . mouthfeel is also very poor .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle split and poured into a pilsner glass . no date or info . thanks to sweemzander for sharing this brew . a dark red amber and totally clear with a low tan head . moderate retention with a thin layer and bits of lacing overlooking the loose bubbles . s lots of sweet lightly toasted malts on the nose with some honey . a good biscuity hint and some dark candi sugar . a decent dopplebock nose . t thin flavor with a big sweetness that seems to come more from a dark candi sugar addition than from lots of malts something a dopplebock should have and this one does n t . a bit of a biscuity flavor too . just not a whole lot there . m thin and watery for a dopplebock with an artificial sweetness and a lightly dry finish . d it s an easy drinker because it s not rich like it should be . thin flavor and mouthfeel . just why would you want to have it . a poor example of a dopplebock .,aroma,0.7,1
a very light golden off yellow body sits underneath a huge rocky white head which quickly diminishes to a thin bubbly film . aggressive carbonation is evident along with a bit of sediment in the bottom of the glass . the aroma is of wonderfully fresh raspberries and nothing else . a bit one dimensional but still a pleasant reminder of summer seeing we re getting cm of snow tomorrow . the flavour goes huge on the raspberries and little on the wheat . the fruit is really at center stage here and despite a slight bitterness on the sides it gives the impression of being closer to a soda than a beer . in part this is due to an agressive soda like carbonation that s paired with a light body . actually this all sounds negative but its really not that bad . in fact this would be a really pleasant beer to drink in the sun and it demonstrates a ridiculous ease of drinking . it will tide me over until my case of ipa and unearthly arrives .,aroma,0.8,1
best sour beer i have had which i must admit is n t many . a a short lived single fingered bright white head forms atop this deep yellow partly cloudy brew leaving no lacing in its wake . s strong scents filled with what i assume are persimmons along with other acidic fruits . brett funkiness shows its face but is n t as prominent as in others from similar varieties . made my mouth water . t big sour front much more prominent than the smell led me to believe . fruit does follow nicely but i still wish they were stronger . like the smell the brett funkiness is more subtle than others . m highly carbonated crisp medium light . o best i have had of the variety but these sour beers really are n t my favorite .,aroma,1.0,1
a sexy silk black s dark chocolate coffee dark malts t bitter twangy o although great lakes is one of the best i was surprisingly turned off by this offering . perhaps it was due to the belgian xms brews i had prior to this one but still . i even stopped drinking after this one . sorry i wanted to like it .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into regular pint glass . a poured pitch black color with medium head that took a while to dissipate leaving lots of lacing around the glass . s smell is mostly malts with nothing much else detected . t taste is sweet roasted malts with smoked sausage . m medium bodied with above average carbonation . d great porter overall would be perfect for bbq . i would recommend it . great job captain .,aroma,0.6,1
a cloudy gold with two finger foam head that lingers and leaves behind great lacing some carbonation s smells wonderful very earthy with pine notes . hops are coming through nicely . t disappointing given the great smell . some bitterness in the finish but overall very bland and boring . not bad just there is nothing special about the taste . m medium bodied with a little carbonation d a lighter apa but the carbonation does get to me after a while .,aroma,0.9,1
the . liter or litre if you prefer bottle pours an exceptional creamy light brown head that does n t fully dissipate in my paulaner half liter glass while the beer lasts . the rich brown liquid is highlighted with a mahogany tinge yet posseses a suprisingly mild and noncommittal aroma . the taste is full bodied creamy as an ale from scotland should be heavy with malt and with an overtone of peat but surprisingly clean at the finish . it s become a favorite and i ca n t leave my special beer store without a couple of bottles . an excellent starter to get you into the mood for drinking more but too intense for a session beer .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a bomber into a shaker pint glass . a clear light reddish amber color with over one finger of diminishing off white foam head . light lacing remains on the glass . s toasted bread and grain not as much caramel as the appearance might suggest with some faint tangerine citrus occasionally emerging . t begins barely off dry malty with bread and caramel . a fruity quality that reminds of maraschino cherries is also present early likely formed by a combination of yeast esters crystal malt and careful hopping . acidity is well balanced here perhaps even remarkably so . vanilla ice cream is detected in the middle where some of the other previously noted flavors fade considerably . the finish is dry slightly bitter and even leathery at times . m thin to medium viscosity fluid on the palate even occasionally creamy with moderate carbonation . d alpine brews a few different amber ales this one as well as alpine ale that are remarkably similar . this irish red ale is malt forward never extreme and just what one might expect from one of alpine s less abundantly hopped beers . it pairs well with a variety of food flavors reminding at times of new belgium s ubiquitous fat tire but with less overbearing biscuit flavor than that other beer .,aroma,0.6,1
was bland for a wit . i have only had hoegaarden previously so i guess it suffers by comparison . no tang at all i was also disappointed by the relative lack of spice . there did not seem to be much carbonation either the mouthfeel was too thin . the beer just did not deliver at all on my expectation .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a hazy amber with golden highlights around the edges and a off white head that fades to a ring and a small floating cap . no lacing . smells of grassy floral hops belgian yeast a hint of candied sugar doughy malts and an underlying spiciness . something seems off right after the first sip but i ca n t quite put my finger on it . it s kind of sour acidic funky . yeast gone bad . i do n t know what it is . it s grainy and watered down like a massed produced us lager . the finish is nice and dry though and the hops really try to come out in the end but do n t quite pull it all together . thin and watery mouthfeel with light carbonation . despite the nice look and pretty good nose the taste just is n t balanced . maybe it was a bad bottle maybe not but it s not one i m itching to try again .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a jackie o s snifter on shared by mbpbugeye bottled cloudy moderately deep tangerine orange . pours a low layer of loose bubbles that hang around for a spell but leave nothing in the way of lace . pleasant fairly bright aroma very fruity . various depths of oranges and orange juice . faint pineapple is nearly lost in the orange . hard to tell where or if the amarillo begins . hints of wheat . musty funky brett note . tastes a bit funky but it blends nicely with the base . comparably fruity . ripe oranges . tangy but not tart . hops are mild but there s a dry bitterness that graces the finish . medium body . nearly flat . funky finish too . though i did n t try it fresh the flavors seem to have held up over time . not overly complex but it works well together .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance it s a gorgeous golden . looks like piss . smell slightly aromatic . okay . okay at best . taste not much of a taste . just slightly pleasant and then unpleasantly bitter . mouthfeel creamy drinkability maybe at an average american barbecue with some burgers and dogs as long as your company are n t huge drinkers i think budweiser or coors are much more fitting for all day binges than this particular one . and obviously it does n t hold up against finer brews on taste alone . mgd is in no beer s land . i do n t see any reason to buy more of this schwill .,aroma,0.4,0
over the hills and far away he swears he will return some day . nightwish i had this on tap last summer and i was utterly unimpressed . hoping it s one of those better in a bottle beers i m returning to give it another try . unfiltered dull orange . impressive foam rings left by persistent retention . so far so good . hopped with u.s. goldings and summit . not what i d typical think of as ipa material but let s see . does n t smell like much . i get some malt maybe some peach fuzz . maybe and i m stretching some neutral hop spice . this beer makes me try too hard . taste is mild bitter and i think i m picking up a faint hint of mint chutney . these hops should be hops should be ashamed of themselves . good malt base to support hops were they present . bottle is equally bland as on tap .,aroma,0.4,0
traded my infected basement batch in for this single at freeman s making it only . cents . thanks kyle oz gt anchor steam pint a very cloudy mahogany that i can hardly see through . this is a color that i like to see in iipas s pinecone mint with a little spicy scent that i cant place my finger on . there s some muted fruitier smells down in there as well but they do n t hop out at you . not a pun not a whole lot for a double . t wow . flipping my expectations out . nice flavor throughout thats like fresh baked wheat bread drenched in fresh grapefruit juice . i m not kidding . whole bunch of freshly grated lemons a bit of juniper and coniferous forest flavors . only a little bit of sappy hit on the way way back of the throat . now in my top favorite iipas as a matter of fact . m perfect carbonation and creamy mouth . literally like whipped creamy . bit of that citrus grass bite on the tongue with the sap flavors in the throat that remind you of what you just drank . nice balance that s not too malt forward that i notice certain breweries go for when they are attempting to balance a iipa d incredibly drinkable as a single arguably sessionable sans the . abv . they seriously could not approve this one anymore . balanced without being too bread y with the appropriate amount of alcohol for the style without being too flabby and boozy . kudos for this recommendation it exceeded my expectation and has opened the mad river door for me . seek this one out .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer is a clear orange colored ale with a skimpy white head . smell is not much . mild hop aroma and a little sweetness . taste is mildly smoky and mildly sweet with a little nobel hop bitterness to it and that is about it . mouthfeel is average . not much to taste here do n t bother .,aroma,0.3,0
bottle got this from jasona cheers jason . pours an effervescent orange with finger of sand colored head . a trace of lacing head retention s dates raisins steel port soaked raisins t rich dark fruits herbal leafy hop bitterness up front . dryness tangerine some lemon hops white pepper . . some caramel vanilla . finishes dry oaky with some citrus hops . started strong but the dryness oakyness detracted as this warmed mf slightlty overgassed medium bodied with fair balance drinks easy but this one could use at least more months of aging not a bad take on the style,aroma,0.9,1
appearance is that of tea with a thin white head that does n t last long . has basically no smell . the beer was a bit cold but seriously i could smell nothing . even after the beer warmed i could smell nothing . the taste was only slightly better than the smell or lack of . just a touch of caramel if you really searched hard for it . mouthfeel tried to be complex but was pretty weak . the caramel makes an attempt at sweet but the bitterness soon takes over . while nothing is exactly bad there s just nothing happening with this beer . while it does n t taste or smell bad it simply lacks any character . as soon as i m done with the bottles i ve got i ll not worry about trying this one again .,aroma,0.3,0
on tap at pitchers pub in cumberland ri served in a us tumbler pint glass . a the beer is a medium brown color with a thin off white head that fades quickly and leaves a thin lace on the glass . s the aroma is of chocolate lager yeast and a touch of hops . t the taste is malty and extremely smoky with a strong flavor of smoked sausage which had me taken aback . there are some other flavors of chocolate dark fruit and spice . the hops presence is mild with a strong background of smoked lager yeast . the after taste is smoky with a touch of sweetness . the smoked sausage flavor completely dominates the taste and i didnt like it at all to the point where i couldnt finish it . therefore by default i cant give a score in this category higher than . . m crisp and not very smooth medium body medium carbonation slightly sticky finish . d its flavorful but not very tasty doesnt go down too easily its an ok representative of the style aside from the smoky flavor but it actually seemed to get worse as i drank it . my thanks to the bartender that allowed me to return it and drink something else instead .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured from a ml bottle into a goblet . it pours a cloudy ruddy brown color with a thick head . s sweet malt candy prune marmalade t sweet malt that very quickly becomes medicinal cough syrup and spicy m low carbonation and syrupy with a neutral finish d enjoyable flavors but the medicinal taste is overbearing,aroma,0.9,1
opened up at a recent tasting . super dark little carbonation . many damn s and holy s s could be heard as we sniffed the mercifully small portions in our tasting glasses . tons of whiskey vanilla burnt caramel butterscotch . taste features big woody vanilla along with chocolate caramel coffee and big booze how could it not . lot of whiskey . all of these flavors seem so concentrated too . some sweetness but really nowhere near as sweet as i thought it might be . feel is thick and syrupy but look at what you re drinking this is one of those beers you could probably pour over your pancakes . drinkability gets thrown out the window . the desire to drink a whole bottle is there yet i do n t think i have the physical capability to do so . i m thankful i have a couple bottles of this but they will be brought out only when i can share them with interested parties . definitely one for sharing .,aroma,1.0,1
just brought home the brooklyn chocolate stout and was ready for that famed experience that the limited bottling implied . the pour was impressive as a dark chocolate filled my beer mug the smell was pretty good with those hints of chocolate coming to bear . the taste this part gets tricky . at first i thought it was exceptional on the mouth but then this taste of alcohol just overpowered the beer which is weird since this is a chocolate stout . it was a decent stout but you could n t drink more than one in a sitting . i will probably move on to something else for the winter without looking back .,aroma,0.9,1
poured like a water not a beer . i was expecting something much thicker its not terrible but pretty darn close . the smell was cordial cherries a hint of chocolate and dirty socks . it was that bad . the taste was slightly better the cherry taste was more like metamucel than beer . the appearance was solid but that s about it .,aroma,0.2,0
amber resin a bit like a pale ale or old lambic . some tannins on the nose but it is discreet as the touch of vinegar . the mouth is unusual with acidity present but far from sharp a little woody dryness a little sugar and a final resin which hints of tannins and fruit including grapes slightly bitter . a oud bruin who thinks outside the box by providing a color and taste as original as its taste is pleasant,aroma,0.7,1
interesting beer . different . east indian style porter historically designed brewed to mimic the beers from london . apparently porters from england were sent to the troops whereas the ipa s were reserved for officers also brewed in england . a brown muted . something between a brown ale and a stout . little to no head . little carbonation . s it smells great . fresh crisp hints of the hoppiness of an ipa . the smell aroma set my expectation high for the taste which fell short sigh t complex taste . very sharp tangy not just from the bitterness of the ipa . sometimes i think i taste notes of burnt coffee . mf very interesting and different . it evervesces on the tongue . somewhat like an over carbonated beer . overall very interesting and complex beer . suspect for many folks with a better pallette than moi would appreciate it . perhaps w time i would like it more .,aroma,1.0,1
i was surprised when i got this because it was golden orange and cloudy . i thought is was a hefe at first but upon tasting i was corrected . smells of a crisp hop dryness and mandarin orange . the hops carry over in to the taste but it is backed by an odd cheerios like grain . not bad but different . mouth feel was heavy but flat with smooth little bubbles .,aroma,0.9,1
first i have to clarify what this beer is brewed with . ba just says red in parenthesis . little does anybody realized this is extreme beer we re dealing with . i see on the neck label and description a blend of lager beer with artificial sorrel flavour and artificially coloured . i had no clue what sorrel was good thing this is artificial . here s a few excerpts from wikipedia . a flavour that is similar to kiwifruit or sour wild strawberries . the plant s sharp taste is due to oxalic acid which is a poison . in small quantities sorrel is harmless in large quantities it can be fatal . either way sorrel is a green herb used in different foods throughout the world . pours like a cherry soda bright food coloring in the body with a fizzy pink pepto bismol slurry looking head . carbonation dwindles quick and the brew smells of peppermint candy cane with hints of anise . definitely familiar notes that i ve had or tasted somewhere before . this is the most fucked up beer i ve ever tasted it bites with the sorrel herbal mint peppermint flavor yet tastes like cherry soda . no alcohol evident definitely could be drank by children without parents detecting any loss of motor control . it kind of burns the palate with medicinal qualities and it s sweetness levels will probably induce diabetes . cane sugar sweetness that most of the islands use in their coca cola . this blend of lager soda loses all signs of beer . this is island alcopop . highly carbonated mild syrup texture going on in the body this is a crazy experience . drinkability overall i m going for it . do n t pour this one down just soak up the experience and know that it s weird as hell . nothing i will ever elect myself to drink but i want to try the ginger shandy now . it s like sucking on cinnamon toothpicks and drinking cherokee red soda as a kid .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a oz bottle into nonic pint glass . a deep clear amber with fingers of off white head . retention is decent before falling to a thick film . lacing is abundant and sheet like . s easily the beer s most remarkable feature . wonderful aroma of blackberries and blueberries with a slightly sourish tint . apples pears and even peaches provide a firm sweet backbone . this is all blanketed together with an amazing butterscotch element with licorice hiding in the corners . t although it does n t quite live up to the aroma in terms of complexity this is still quite good . early palate some sour dark fruits are balanced out by a moderate caramel flavor . some of the buttery flavor kicks in but there s not much distinct flavor mid palate . near the finish a very unique combination of wood dark chocolate and a hint of smoke pull through tasting of some elegant and exotic candy . finish is relatively clean . m medium bodied with fairly high carbonation for a malt bomb . the carbonation really needs to be knocked down a couple of notches . i think this hinders a lot of what was in the nose when it comes to taste . d as are most of the style this is a great drinking beer . the low abv is a plus for the style . though it might be a bit sweet for some i found this enjoyable and would love to find a sixer of this for a chilly night with friends .,aroma,1.0,1
fl.oz stubby brown bottle with a rather eye catching colourful label depicting surprise a burning bird phoenix like set amidst flames holding a hop vine in its beak . pour is controlled revealing a slightly cloudy orange beer with some floaties set amidst a deep orange hue as i hold this to the light . head is initially massive but it settles down to a consistent sized rocky white mass that stays . the deflated head produces some wondrous lace coatings on the glass sides a fine smattering that clings well . carbonation is quite good revealing a reasonably fresh beer at least . nose is very subdued deep nasal inhalations were required to extract the feint hops that are evident as the beer warms some soft peachy aromas are detectable but overall it rates low in the smell strength stakes . tastes are strange not what i was expecting at all from a pale ale . introduction is of a sweet maltiness which has a soft sweet fruitiness like biting into a fresh apricot . this then leads to a rather dryish middle that has a hop bitterness mouthfeel is average and the end is astringent . the finish has a strange acetic twist to it almost a vinegary hint which lingers in the mouth some time and is rather off putting . a confusing beer from which i expected more hop bitterness . not for me just a tad too sweet at the beginning and i dont like the vinegary end .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer was the answer to the question i ask every time i enter a brew pub for the first time what s on the beer engine . . i m glad i had it but many of the reviews i d read of barleys beers indicated they were approachable which unfortunately applied to this beer also even though certain styles uh pretty much anything with the words imperial double in the name have no business being approachable . this was n t a bad beer but it was a little weak and one dimensional for this style . it was orange and hazy with a small mm head . it smelled flat before i started drinking beer i would n t have guessed that flat had a smell . the smell was also highly citrusy . a flat mouthfeel was my first impression . i know that cask beers are not usually highly carbonated but this one did n t come across as silky smooth as cask beer should it came across as flat . flavor was very pineapple y and good at first . but a lack of dry bitterness malt structure and for lack of a better word challenge made the beer a little one dimensional . it is just sweet hops there is nothing else really to this beer . no maltiness no astringent dryness from a ton of hops no intricate mouthfeel . it is a one note tune and as pleasing as that one note may be it makes for a boring song . i would be reluctant to recommend this . maybe it is better when not on cask . i had this from the beer engine at barleys brewing co in downtown columbus .,aroma,0.8,1
beer works blueberry ale is composed of their the golden ale with blueberry extract added to the keg and blueberries added to the glass . i m under the impression it s their number one selling beer . it appearance is awfully light in color to have blueberry flavors . it does smell appealing with a light malt sweet blueberry aroma . drinking it my first thought is that it s very soda like in both sweetness and mouthfeel . it s thin body make it somewhat refreshing but really not beer like enough for my taste . i m honestly not hugely impressed . kind of gimmicky with blueberries floating in the glass as well . they have some other good beers though . in general beer works is worth a visit good food pretty good beers .,aroma,0.7,1
on tap at coles in buffalo . a muddy brown light tan head no retention or lace . a weissbock should be full of protein have a standup head . s banana bread spice smoke . t banana pineapple bubble gum fruity esters are a little much spice cloves etc . bready smokey aftertaste . alcohol is fairly well hidden . m moderate body carbonation is higher than average a little much slight acidity . d it grew on me .,aroma,0.9,1
a pretty clear body that is a very dark amber to brown color . a little bit of off white head . smell of some sweet malts that s about it . the flavor surprised me considering the appearance and smell . very nice tasting beer . some good sweet malts and a slight bitter hop flavor . a little bit of fruitiness is noticeable also . very crisp and smooth could handle a little more carbonation in my opinion . really drinkable a very nice brew .,aroma,0.6,1
sampled from a oz bottle at the falcon s christmas in july tasting sharp citrusy aroma with a grapefruit rind approach with some dry toasty malt notes . appearance is pale orange with a light white head that sticks fairly well to the glass . the flavor and body are ruined by a disastrous amount of buttery diacetyl and a hint of corny malt and an acidic finish . it s unfortunate but i i m cerrtain this was a well travelled bottle of what feels like it should be an otherwise fine beer .,aroma,0.8,1
the albino rhino signature lager was on tap at earl s restaurant in calgary . i believe this beer is brewed especially for this chain . the rhino ale was amber in color and offered a thin white head . there was not much smell a little malt which lent me to believe this was a eastern us type pale ale . the taste was a simple smooth beer . nothing to fancy . had some grain and malt flavors that were balanced well . the mouthfeel was very smooth and drinkable . so no complaints here .,aroma,0.4,0
mh does a great take on the euro lager . a touch phenolic in the aroma but not too much so . slightly bready and grainy with an undercurrent of malt sweetness . a faint suggestion of pear . the hopping is very reserved . overall the beer had a dutch character but some leanings toward a german pils as well . the most impressive thing about the beer was a sparklingly clean finish actually made my mouth feel clean . i m not the biggest fan of the euro lager but mh has done a fine job of crafting one of the better examples .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer sounded like a good idea but the finished product doesnt quite work . i didnt get the pepper at first then after a few sips it kicked it and was soon in high gear . my tongue was actually burning after a while . i dont gert any rye at all . the flavor seems off and is reminiscent of a maibock in a bad way . maybe this ones just not for me but im gon na have to say this beer needs some work .,aroma,0.3,0
i first had this at a beer fest in arcadia ca about four years ago . i ve been looking for it and finally found it in a liquor store today . as wheat beers are my favorite style i was fairly drooling by the time i got home . what poured from the bottle was a cloudy pale gold colored beer with a big white head . the headed petered out fairly quickly to a small cap but left some nice lace all the way to the bottom . okaayy . . the smell hooked me . i got a great smell of lots of spice cloves and some other i could n t i.d. and some banana . now i m getting somewhere . the taste was spicy sweet banana and cloves etc but not with the same intensity as weissbiers auf deutschland . edelweiss lacked the almost bubblegum flavor i ve experienced in some others . it was n t as sweet but that s not a problem . virtually no bitterness . the feel was rather dry very smooth and refreshing . i had to consciously slow down to keep from just knocking back the glass . i could drink this one all day . very refreshing and has a slightly off the main path taste that was quite appealing after a long hot day .,aroma,0.9,1
tasted on at big z beverage in huntington ny during an in store event . this is the marshal zhukov s imperial stout with the addition of pasillo and ancho peppers along with vanilla cinnamon and cocoa . draught beer poured by the brewer into a plastic cup . pours an ink black but unlike the straight zhukov there is a small tan head . huge nose consisting of bourbon aromas with licorice chilies and chinese herbs . smells exotic like walking into some strange shop in chinatown . big bourbon like alcohol heat . rich and oily with tons of spice and bitterness . flavors of charred wood and tobacco mix well with cocoa and spices . these flavors will stay on your palate for a long time . in fact if you wish to taste anything else after hunahpu s you will have to make a conscious effort to cleanse the palate . this beer has a ton of character . it is definitely an artisan product .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance clear and golden with thin foamy white head . expected a darker color actually . smell ok sam adams we get it . cherry is way over the top here . needs to be toned down a bit . smells extremely syrupy . taste ibc cherry cola . mouthfeel thin with a nasty aftertaste . yuck . drinkability poor taste but not poior enough to keep me from drinking at least one more . then again . .,aroma,0.4,0
served on tap into a cl korenwolf generic glass at cafe samson in nijmegen holland . the cafe samson menu claims it s . but i wo n t bother submitting an abv update unless i have a bottle that clearly shows a different abv than the site . paired with some dorito esque crisps with a white sauce . reviewed live . a two finger head is thin largely lacking in cream and of average retention about three minutes . colour is a cloudy murky dirty yellow . sm cream orange peel lemon other assorted light fruit esters on the fringe butterscotch and full barley . no malt pulls through . a scent of moderate strength . appealing . t dirty orange peel fringe fruit esters that do n t ring distinctly and ca n t be identified and full barley . it s a bit underwhelming especially for the style . i expected a refreshing beer . not complex or bold . balanced well but built poorly . mf smooth and wet . complements the flavours of the body . dr very easy to drink but the quality is n t there . the relatively high abv if it is indeed is well disguised . at three quid for cl i would n t have it again .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a dark brown almost black with a tan finger head and decent lacing s lots of coffee chocolate and roasted malt cant wait to drink this one t not as much coffee as i thought would be there a lot of chocolate and roasted malt coming through with a nice coffee bitterness . m creamy smooth light carbonation o not bad at all was hoping for more coffee and the aroma led me in that direction but not as much of the coffee flavor as the bitterness of the coffee . still a great brew .,aroma,0.9,1
i have never tried anything from this brewery and bought a ounce bottle expecting big things . it looks great and the smell is what i love about double ipas . this big california ipa packs a heavy alcoholic punch at . abv but for such a great smell i was let down with the taste . do n t get me wrong its good but it is not the best for this style . i love a big hop aftertaste and this one hits hard at first but is gone so quickly i had sip fast to get it back . it is worth a try once but there are certainly better examples of this aggressive style . try dogfish head or something along those lines .,aroma,0.9,1
behind a smart and witty label lies a oz bottle that contains the avery offering . the pour yields a cloudy haze of a beer that is amber orange in color with a thick white head . some nice webbing coats the edge of the glass . the scent is sweet and hoppy . it smells like one great ipa with layered hop scents like grapefruit and other citrus like fruits mixed with a little floral earthiness . there is also a freshly milled pale malt scent that is very nice . i ca n t wait to drink this beer . i would n t say the taste is a disappointment its just not this beer s best feature . there is a solid malt backbone that initially assaults the taste buds but it is quickly eclipsed by a strong astringency that basically over powers everything else . a shame because there is a nice underlying floral and citrus flavor that should be more available to the palate . the finish is a malty apology for the overall bitterness but you have to wait for the bite to subside . i wish this one followed through on the flavor . the taste and mouthfeel really drop the ball . it has an unbalanced bitterness that obliterates all the great malt and citrus flavors . almost unbelievable that the smell of this beer does n t deliver in the flavor department . what a shame . despite the one sided aspect this beer is n t to bad of a drinking experience . its worth buying for the scent alone and by the time you get to the bottom of the glass you wo n t notice the ber bitterness .,aroma,0.9,1
pale straw with a fizzy head . no retention however and lacing is nowhere to be found . smells like the business end of a skunk . i tried several times to find anything else but seemed to fail gracefully . taste is grassy and grainy . strange bitterness that did n t really seem like hops . yuck . i was looking for cans to try and avoid the skunk aroma but only found the evil green bottles . i will try this again someday when i work up the courage . but it wo n t be from a bottle .,aroma,0.2,0
served in m pint sized snifter a opaque with a brown mama coffee milkshake head about finger head. s smells very boozy with some cocoa and burnt malt my nose sucks but still. t in the fore is cocoa chocolate and dark fruits plums some roasted malt in there too finishes with a nice alcohol sting.the thing is every sip is different sometimes more cocoa shines through oher times its the fruits . nice blend . m smooth not creammy sorta disapointed sorta not d wait drinkabiity is gone . . . . . oh well what i was goin to say is this is not a filling a beer mouthfeel is not creamy so u can drink it all day not filling and masks alc . great or aweful depending how u look at it .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz bottle . pours out the color of muddy water with no head or lacing . aroma is almost wine like with a heavy alcohol note . the taste again is wine like but with a bitter finish . it reminds me of my youth drinking cheap wine like mad dog and red rocket . there is a sourness in there but the bitterness overpowers it . it s more of a bitterness from husks than from hops .,aroma,0.7,1
oz . gold wax topped bottle poured into a pint glass . pours a sunset gold with a two finger cloud white head that slowly dies down to a thin pillowy layer . stickiness is thin but covers the sides well . super sweet citrus tingle with a fresh evergreen aroma . a fitting caramel malt finds its way in the nose as well . wonderful exotic hop scents all the way through with this one . if a woman used this as a perfume i could get in trouble . taste let me down a bit after falling in love with how this smells . dull citrus sweetness up front with a dry grassy flavor that dominates . old caramel malt taste with some waxy pine on the tongue as well . just not digging the flavor on this one . i guess maybe i love un earthly and hoppe how they taste on their own . the mouthfeel is lighter than most for the style but very enjoyable . crisp and fresh with a fluffy carbonation . scary good drinkability for the style . definitely a nice gateway beer into the dipa beer category . keep doin whachu doin st .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a large but very fizzy finger head that fades very quicky to nothing over semi clear rosy auburn color . nose was erupting from the pour with plenty of darker malts some dark wheats a bit of a roasty and toasty aroma a very slight chocolate some dark fruits with a bit of fig hint of booze some toffee and lots of dark wheat aromas . taste starts with darker wheats and malts again a slight caramelized wheat flavor some brown sugar and molasses plenty of toffee darker wheat flavors a bit of a cola like syrup flavor but just a hint some darker malts roasted malts and some toasted malts slight chocolate again more fruits fig and touch of a nutty flavor hint of coffee fairly complex and even a hint of warming booze that comes out a bit more on the finish but never heavy very slightly sticky and hint of sweetness but dries slightly . mouth is medium bodied slightly syrupy with decent carbonation . drink is ok hint of warming booze slight sticky and syrupy nothing too heavy .,aroma,0.9,1
i was looking for something different in the cooler at the deli when i spied this and took it home . it poured well to a big head with tons of little bubbles like champagne and i eagerly was anticipating a big tasting lager . the that was the good news . the beer was thin watery with a touch of bitter hops . i let it warm up to see if anything transpired nothing . needless to say i up ended the huge can into the sink and looked for something else in the fridge .,aroma,0.6,1
a pale yellow golden color . medium sized off white foamy head . s dull smelling dry hops wheat malt . bleh . t certainly not what i was expecting however for an imperial extra pale ale i d say they nailed it . i was expecting a hop bomb but they ve brought a who new aspect to an imperial pale ale . it s certainly a delicious pale ale amped up . well balanced with bitter dry hop nose complex wheat malt finish . i wish i could write more on the flavor however its hard to pick apart the wheat and dry hops . the abv is very well hidden . m d great medium carbonation the mouthfeel itself is almost velvety yet very smooth on the palate with a nice even coating and great after taste . drinkinability is high with a great balance and mouthfeel . the nose lacks however .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle poured into a duvel tulip . pours bright clear garnet . not quite as bright as a ruby port but close . the head a little on the short side both in height and durability . super sweet aroma with lots of yeast an plenty of sweet dark fruit . some toffee aroma as well . sweet flavor though there s a little sharpness there as well that reminds me again a little of port . the alcohol is pretty upfront . plenty maltiness but i d like to taste more of the yeast that was so prominent in the aroma . the flavor also does n t linger at all and a little longer finish would be nice . the mouthfeel is a little on the light side but otherwise excellent . the carbonation is just right . overall i like this but i m wondering if it would benefit from some aging as it s a little hot and a little one dimensional . i plan to pick up another bottle or two and try it again after some time .,aroma,1.0,1
a near pitch black with a thick foamy light brown head . thick sheets of lace left on the glass . very active carbonation with lots of bubbles streaming to the top . pretty much looks like a well carbonated porter . .which is all black ipa s are . .hoppy porters . s big aroma of pine resin dominates the nose . as the beer warms i get hints of citrus fruits and some roasted barley . a hint of bitter chocolate . amazing smell right in line with what i expect from stone . t citrus and pine on first sip with a quick bitter burnt grain taste sneakinig in . hops and bitter chocolate go back and forth through the middle of the drink . finish is lots of roasted malt with a lingering bitterness . tastes are good they just dont seem to play together to well . not a bad taste i think it could just meld a bit better . m medium bodied and very crisp carbonation . bitterness lingers long after the drink . o another strong example of the new black ipa fad from the west coast . not my favorite style but stone does an admirable job with this one .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased a bottle at brookline liquor mart in brighton ma . a copper hue with brilliant clarity . pours with a tan head that dissipates to a thin topping . s definate caramel malt aroma probably the best caramel aroma i have smelled in a pale ale . mild bitterness in aroma . a little fruity but not pronounced or owning any specific characteristic . t soft flavors . moderate bitterness throughout . some mineral flavors amplify the earthy hop flavors . malt has some biscuity character . good lingering bitter aftertaste . mf soft and fluffy mouthfeel . moderately high carbonation . smooth . d notes appropriately bitter with a reasonable amount of malt backing . smooth and fluffy mouthfeel adds to drinkability . obviously a very good session beer .,aroma,1.0,1
champagne bottle with paper wrapping uncorked and poured into a duvel glass . deep purple red brown blend with heavy foam lots of lacing . foam has deep red tints . great notes in the nose . very light . strong fruity taste with a sour backbone . green grapes . sour holds court but is extremely flavorful . really drinkable and quite tasty . damn good brew .,aroma,0.6,1
i tried this beer on the borefest beer festival while i was enjoying the sunshine . a a nice pink amber looking bright beer with a white head . it just looks very different more like a rose champagne . s just like vinegar but than in a more sour way . not attempting to me . i just do n t like sour beers . why do i try it . because i do n t wan na mis anything . t a cranberry and cherry like flavor which is nice accept for the sour taste that comes along with it . m medium carbonation like a good champagne . o for a sour beer its quite good . i can understand that there is a market for this its just not a market were i will be .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a finger head with good retention and a nice black color . coffee dominates the nose and overpowers the other smells that are underneath . chocolate malt and toffee come out as well but are masked . nevertheless the smell is very enticing . man i was a little disappointed on the first sip . i have had threads stating why i think mouthfeel sometimes takes away from flavor . in this case it does . sort of minty flavors upfront that fall short and leave little excitement to the tongue upfront . after that chocolate sweetness and coffee comes out which is very nice it s just that initial sweetness is dull and unexciting and the mouthfeel leaves a lot to be desired . as the beer wamrs the beer does even out quite a bit but it still falls a little bit short . mouthfeel is described above . it s overly watery on the finish and ruines the beer . this beer has a lot of potential but it lacks fullness on the palate and needs a little tweaking . howver i could still have a couple of these . the mouthfeel is a total buzzkill .,aroma,0.9,1
growler filled at the brewery on . a pours a clear but much darker pale ale like that of stonebrew s pale . picks up a nice orangish copper hue when held up to light . a in choppy off white head formed that subsided rather quickly and held only a small amount of lacing . s a real nice upfront nose of big citrus candied fruit and sweet pine aromas . i really couldnt pick up much beyond that until the beer sat for a bit and some caramel maltiness started to come through a little . t great citrus and candy fruit hop flavors present with a nice mellow bitterness on the palate . very subdued sweet caramel and maltiness does come through towards the end keeping this beer nicely balanced . alcohol barely present . finishes quite nice . i must note that i picked up a distinct metallic off flavor that i have not experienced with this brew or brewery before and am a little perplexed . having had this before i would have given a higher taste score based on memory . may have to revisit this review again . m perfect on the palate mildly sweet not too sticky on the tongue . finishes a little dry with a nice clean refreshing crispness . d outstanding drinkability . a well balanced nicely hopped lower abv pale . this is quite a nice session beer in my opinion . damn i wish they bottled this stuff . you know imho i think every brewery should have a nice hoppy lower abv sessionable pale . i would consider it a true testament of a good craft brewer . and a real nice job here by green flash . again i must note that i picked up a distinct metallic off flavor that i have not experienced with this brew or brewery before and am a little perplexed . perhaps it was a new cap for my growler or the greenflash location move is causing some quality issues . i read some threads noting the same with westcoast having had this brew many times before i would have given a higher taste score based on memory . may definitely have to revisit this review again . even considering still a really refreshingly hoppy pale ale that i could drink all day long .,aroma,0.9,1
unfortunately i froze this not convenient to replace bottle . after thawing it poured to produce some butterscotch colored foam on top . the aromas were of blood oranges honey and moist fleshy herbs ie . basil bluegrass cress sorrel epazote etc . on the palate these images were joined by flavors of toasted dry biscuits . it was vermouth like in its exotic spicing and dreary liqueurish texture blame the poor handling . yet its bracing raw and complex extraction of herb overcame even this flaw . dishwater turned into pleiades . can a great ipa arise by accident . have its variations been exhausted yet . of course not .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a darker than expected red colour white head . smells . bad . vegetables stale grains . yuck . taste thankfully is much better . dark crystal malts sort of toasty burnt candy like . not a lot of hop flavours but a good bitterness that plays well with the toasty grains . nice finish that lingers around . i m actually bumping this up a few points as i go . mouthfeel is moderate it s a perfect match to this particular beer . overall a bit of a sleeper . it s not really an ipa but it s a nice ruby ale kinda sorta like wychwood hobgoblin . good but not what i expected .,aroma,0.4,0
burgundy color . sherry like oxidation is unfortunately very profound in the aroma . nuts and ripe fruits are present in the aroma as well with hints of peanut brittle caramel corn and mocha . the mouth experience is quite tame considering the style . unfortunate oxidation initially on the palate while on the mid palate ripe fruity esters and mocha hints are present which leads into a caramel port like finish .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle into a shaker . this ipa poured a slightly hazy orange color with a thick foamy tan head that slowly faded away . some light lacing was left behind . the aroma of this beer was of very sweet caramel yeast and some light pine and citrus . seems to be more malty than hoppy . the flavor started of with a sweet buttery rich caramel malt taste that was followed by a bitter citrus hop punch . the mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with a decent amount of carbonation . slightly risiny . overall this beer seemed to have a strange aroma for an ipa but turned out to have decent balance and flavor . the aroma seemed to be more along the lines of a sweet esb . a different twist on an ipa .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance very dark you can see the brownish transparency in the pour but by the time the glass starts filling up its as dark as oil . half an inch of very brown head clears out very quickly though and leaves no lacing . when tilting the glass to take a sip a layer of the beer slowly climbs down the interior wall of the glass giving evidence to the thickness of the beer . tints the glass brown . smell there s something i ca n t put my finger on that is absolutely phenomenal about the smell of this beer . i ve had it once before and i do n t remember it smelling this good . all i can really say to define it is a very sweet creamy molasses vanilla a bit of spice and smokey wood but mostly just a milky sweetness to the nose . mmm . wonderful . taste candy corn . this definitely has a bakers rack complexity of sweeter flavors molasses vanilla and caramel . i get a fruity apple acidity aftertaste . mouthfeel only thing i really do n t like about this beer is the carbonation . too much prickly carbonated texture for such a creamy smelling beer . drinkablity overall i could really get used to having this often . i love the smell so much that i do n t want to finish this glass off . i m smelling it more than my girlfriend smells her hair after she showers with a new shampoo . this is my last one but i will definitely be picking it up again if i see it .,aroma,1.0,1
ml corked champagne style bottle packed in metal gift box . now available in norway vinmonopolet . very dark reddish brown colour slightly hazy . moderate tan head . very nice aroma of christmas spices oak raisins old sherry toffee and treacle . flavour is very malty sweet plenty of caramel and some spices hints of smoke tart bitter finish . fizzy mouthfeel due to the aggressive carbonation and tart finish this beer was not a silky smooth experience for me . i actually preferred du bocqs regal christmas to this one havent tried them side by side though . r.c . is also somewhat less expensive .,aroma,0.9,1
a a very dark brown . make that black liquid . the brown head was quick to rise and fall like a cola . s strawberries peanuts chocolate and what i think is alcohol . smells pretty similar to a pb j sandwich . much more appealing than the the uber goober . t whoops . this is sour . really sour . it seems that everything else about it is good but the sourness is intense . m sour and tart . dry on the finish . d the sourness makes this pretty difficult to consume for the style . it s a damn shame because based upon the aroma this did have some potential .,aroma,0.8,1
its a rather strong beer that you drink when your budget is low and you hope for quick ending for evening . in some strange way this strong and rather not tasty beer fits perfectly in sauna . not a surprise that the beer has many awards in baltic region . it is the most drinkable beer of its kind .,aroma,0.3,0
as a direct corona wannabe you get exactly what you would expect from this beer . any time a lime is recommended with a beer it is because the beer is skunky . this beer pours high head has a way over watered down taste the color is ultra light yellow almost the color of urine whuch would also be a good way to describe the taste . this beer should only be drank when lesser beers like mgd or bud is all thats available .,aroma,0.3,0
i ve drank this on many occasions enough that i feel i can write an honest review from memory . i ve enjoyed it on tap in a can and in both oz and oz bottles . a very light and pale what you d expect of a cheap beer . very little head . overall it s very lackluster but there s a slight hint of golden color to it . s skunky and unappealing . t it does n t have much flavor but relative to other beers in it s price and quality range it has a lot better of a taste . there s a hint of wheat flavor to it . it s not the best but once again relative to cheap lager beers in it s price range it s quite the bang for your buck . m very light crisp and refreshing . a rather thin brew if you ask me . d it goes down really smooth . easy to pound but at the same time not bad if you want to slowly sip on something . overall pbr is n t my first choice in beer but as a college student who does n t have a lot of money it s definetly in my price range and relative to other cheaper lager beers it s not bad . unlike budweiser bud light coors etc pabst actually has a flavor you can definetly taste some wheat and a little bit of malt . for a beer that s so cheap to buy it s definetly a quality deal . i would take a pabst over a more expensive coors budweiser or miller especially miller any day of the week . definetly the best of the cheap macro brews .,aroma,0.2,0
a mud blood and swamp water . not a very nice color but less impressive is the head which recedes seconds after it attains it s full height of about a centimeter . vigorous swirling both immediately and minutes later produce nothing . s rhubarb grandma s dark hard candy cooking wine and fresh soil . reminds me of haandbakk and avery brabant but sweeter and more subtle . t like drinking sour red wine or grape juice out of a wooden barrel . very tannic . more fresh soil which is a nice aroma but not such a nice taste . lemons apples funk and leather in the background . very dry and the back of my throat feels like it s being stabbed . i get the same thing with ommegang rouge but with that beer it s more tolerable maybe because something in the flavor makes up for it . edit there was some flavor i was trying to come up with but could n t now i ve got it balsamic vinegar . m carbonation is low which in my opinion is not to style . in fact it was lost abbey low by the time i finished the glass . all i know is i need some bubbles to wash away the acid . my teeth hurt . d ounces was jut not a pleasant experience . ever since i tried cdc and sfto rum i ve been a big captain lawrence fan . this is the second time i ve had rosso . i thought i just got a poorly sealed bottle the first time but no . all the things i did n t like about nor easter and sfto wine infected . were summed up in this beer . it lacks whatever it is that makes oud bruins one of my favorite styles .,aroma,0.8,1
perhaps i m just not much for yerba mate or perhaps my friend who i m pretty sure thinks that this is made in brazil and not chico . talked this up too much . i just have a hard time reviewing this as an american pale but here is my best go at it appearance color reminiscent of chicken soup broth . no head with the teeniest bit of lacing . lively . the thought of lively chicken soup had this vegetarian a bit timid . smell sour mash aroma . this did intrigue me and tamed my chickensoupmonster fears . taste bitter salty start the middle started to finally resemble a pale but then my tongue was assaulted by yerba mate and the taste lingered for some time after sipping . mouthfeel quite pleasant tingly allover . drinkability not my cuppa tea . i confess i could n t finish my bottle . perhaps on the right sunny day for the right mate lovin beer drinker .,aroma,0.8,1
i had this beer at cousin s bbq at the dallas airport . it was served in a plastic pint cup . the beer was medium brown in color with a sweet aroma . the beer was smooth dry a little bitter and metallic taste . no after taste at all . best texas beer i have had .,aroma,0.6,1
i feel it is worth noting that before even opening the bottle through the green glass bottle it appears that there is sediment in suspension throughout the entire beer . this beer has n t moved in hours yet the sediment is stuck suspended . i do n t think i ve seen that before . this beer pours a peach orange in color with a one finger off white head that dissipated to awkward foam around the rim of the glass . sediment is everywhere to be seen . it smells of rotten banana peels rotten apples and molding compost . that s not what i expected . the flavors are very sweet and kind of medicinal . it leaves a clove laiden aftertaste behind making you think you just had an artificial banana milkshake . this is just odd . it is n t as bad as the aromas so at least i m being spared a little bit . the more you try to drink it the more you get moist and moldy compost pile . wtf . i just do n t understand what two brothers was going for on this one . i realize that they ve been doing this for awhile but the is just strange and not in a cool and unique manner . this ended up being a drainpour and fast .,aroma,0.2,0
poured ounce bottle in a wine glass a clear loose white head of foam thats laces the glass on the way down s sweetness pine hops t tastes like dirt piny earthy hops take over i do n t know the age of this beer the code on the neck is m standard d passed this beer up many of times i have had quite a few of lagunitas beers and have not been impressed by many . this is no exception .,aroma,0.8,1
bought a four pack to try based on ba reviews . an average pour into a pint glass yields a very impressive creamy head . the first thing you notice is that this beer smells very floral and sweet perhaps the most beautiful smelling beer i have ever had . taste starts out smooth followed by the crisp bite of very pronounced hops which last a long time and produce lots of mouth pucker . i mean you can taste this beer minutes after your last sip . be wary of the hops in this beer . still the taste is very good but you have to love hops to fully enjoy it . i ll admit it is not my favorite beer and will never be but the second one i had was even better than the first so maybe i am being converted to an extreme beer lover .,aroma,1.0,1
helles eh . well sure poured a golden amber thin head tried to bubble up but the suppressed it . surprising aroma of the euro skunk not heavy but noticeable along with some spicey malts . tasty brew of sweet cinnamon candied apples dunked into a malty bin for a year . all the alcohol brings along a fairly sweet quaff but it does finish sharp and crisp . very nice brew easy to drink even with the booze wallop but the for a pack of . ozs puts a hurt on the wallet .,aroma,0.6,1
bottled . best by . oz . bottle at degrees into a tulip . a it pours a clouded neon yellow color with an unimpressive half finger head of short lasting large bubbled white head that almost completely disappears after thirty seconds . s lemon white pepper horseblanket mustiness and mild banana . t all citrus early mild hoppy bitterness and some caramel and biscuit malt flavors finishing . witbiers always seem to smell better than they taste . m it s tingly but not prickly on the palate with a medium light body and long lasting flavors . d this is much more malt heavy than most wits . it s flavorful refreshing crisp and a quality version of a mediocre style .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a stumpy oz bottle . color is a rich amber . very clear . very decent head . aroma is wow . bacon . makes me want to find some pork and smoke it . taste is smoky but not overpowering like the aroma would have you think . this beer definitely grows on you . after the shock of the first few sips you move to some sort of nirvana . this is a great drink . finish is clean as you would expect from a lager . suprisingly this would be a good session beer .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle port bottle shop carlsbad ca bright dark and clear pink and ruby with very little head and not much lacing either . pours like soda . aromas of sweet raspberries and sweet syrup perhaps a very slight tartness . this is cherry up is n t it . it has to be . simple sweetness some cherry raspberry and little else . simple and tastes like soda . light to medium mouthfeel with a prickly carbonation again like soda . a beer disguised as cherry up .,aroma,0.7,1
a light bodied and low flavored lager . this beer poured a deep golden orange color with a creamy white head . clarity was perfect . in regards to the aroma not much stands out . low hop flavor with a low bitterness . there is some sweet malt flavor in the taste . a decent easy drinking lager but a bit bland .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours brown red . not much head nor lacing . s cherry cola . reminds me of black cherry soda . t big sours cherries is about all i can really discern . m coating medium body not much carb . d sours are n t my thing and i tried to keep wanting to be a sour fan . oh well fun to try something different anyway . even less carb . the last caged corked epic beers i have gotten from la have been virtually flat . guess they meant to do that but it s not a big turn on for me .,aroma,0.9,1
this is the second bottle of sn estate wha . this years estate pours a soft light red amber with a thick fluffy slightly off white head that has lacing galore just as expected from sn . the smell of this wet hop ale is to die for . i smell fresh cat piss pine grapefruit peel fresh fresh fresh hops . . . . the smell is a very hard act to follow and i have to say the taste is smooth hoppy not overly bitter but flavorful . i taste citrus galore followed by pine and the finishing pucker of bitterness . still hard to live up to the smell . the mouthfeel is good and i have to say that if this beer was on tap i would stop for a pint or three every day .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a very light hay color . white head was only slight and dissipated very rapidly . plenty of large slow moving carbonation bubbles . light lacing . the aroma was quite fruity and had an overwhelming note of banana . also had a slight spice aroma similar to allspice . no overly powerful aroma of malt or hops . very weak flavor reminded me of drinking a very lighlty flavored glass of water . aftertaste is reminiscient of drinking a macrobrew . a second mouthful does have a slightly more malted taste then the first . very watery feel in my mouth . i appreciated the carbonation but did n t make up for the overall lack of body . i ca n t recommend this beer to anyone . while it looks and smells quite pleasent the taste leaves much to be desired . a definite miss from a brewery i generally like .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance huge pearly pillowy head with an airy webby texture . fair retention . body is significantly darker than i d expect out of a typical hefe but not to the point that this should be called a dunkel kind of a thickly hazed tarnished bronze with weird grainy chunks of yeast . this is actually a pretty ugly hefe . smell massive spearmint wintergreen notes up front with cloves very ripe bananas cotton candy and bubblegum following close behind . sweet apple cider notes come through as well along with unexpected pine and citrus notes probably from the hops . massively fruity spicy and complex . it s nice to see japanese brewers stepping outside the box a little . taste huge clove flavor not so much to be heavy handed but it definitely makes its presence known . dananas are almost as strong coming through in a big surge mid sip . sadly most of the other flavors from the nose are very subdued here though the cidery sweetness remains . hops are vaguely citric and yeast adds some funky sourdough notes . mouthfeel medium bodied smooth and slick . feels a touch undercarbonated at times . drinkability this is one of those beers that s more fun to smell than it is to drink but it s still pretty good . worth whatever exorbitant price i paid for it in nagasaki but not as enjoyable as the pils .,aroma,0.9,1
while at the liqour store i saw that this beer was the same price as a six back of nasty light and beast . not wanting to drink those i decided to try this brew . pours a nice gold color . flavor is clean with and very smooth . this is deffinatly a session beer and one of the best out there for the price . i would deffiantly buy this again .,aroma,0.8,1
gubna is a lightly hazy orange amber with a nice large off white head . the aroma is very powerful . piney up front with a lingering trace of garlic although near the end it morphed into a sickeningly sweet locker room smell . just like the aroma the taste upfront is of a balanced pine hop bittering and a light caramel malt . the garlic takes over on the finish and sticks to the palate along with a good hop bittering . the alcohol is well blended and almost unnoticeable but that is perhaps because of the overwhelming garlic . mouthfeel is a little sticky but about average for the style . this is a love it or hate it beer . the garlic is understated at first but begins to build although it never really completely takes over . that locker room smell really stuck with me though . i swear i would catch a whiff from time to time an hour later . i ve heard it s a different experience on tap and would be willing to try it again . by the can it is certainly a unique experience just one i wo n t be looking to repeat .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a glowing hazy gold with a two inch head that dissipates quickly . smell is boatloads of grapefruit orange rind and lemon really fantastic in the aroma department . taste is brisk with a light but flavorful hop attack refreshing wheat tartness and perfect carbonation . mouthfeel is perhaps a bit thin but this beer is extremely flavorful and refreshing .,aroma,1.0,1
a black as night with a small tan head . first pour into a small glass did n t give much head . will try to coax it out next time . s one of the few beers i could smell while i was pouring it . very powerful sweet aroma . smells of smokey dark fruits . taste fantastic . dark fruits with some smoke and a bit of carmel . a bit of bite from the hops though not all that powerful gives a nice clean feeling at the end . very relaxing good for a winter night . mouthfeel there is the alcoholic heat you would expect form a but still very smooth . a bit more carbonated than i would like perhaps but not all that distracting . overall fantastic beer will definitely get again .,aroma,1.0,1
i tried this beer at the ebf and was n t very impressed but i decided to give it another try when i saw it on tap . hazy apricot colored body with only a thing crown of head that has no lacing or retention to speak of . there is a lot going on this aroma . lemony a slight punch of hops . cheese horse blanket and all of the musty yet positive descriptions that bretts tend to get . sometimes something can smell pretty good but not taste all that great . it is rare but i believe allagash confluence fits this description . only the slightest tartness comes through at any point . the slight musty flavor like old cheese surfaces and is subsequently strangled by a huge hop profile huge for a wild ale that is . that is about it . this would probably improve considerably with age but i do not plan on giving it that chance . light crisp no puckering . maybe even a little bitter and dry . not something that is terribly drinkable . i love allagash but this one just does n t do it for me .,aroma,0.8,1
my my my . i first reviewed this beer in bottle form almost seven years ago . how many beers have been cansumed by me since then . . . my good can pal indiapaleale hooked me up with this one in furtherance of my canquest tm and i am grateful . from the can not much on this brightly colored red blue and black can bahl hornin since ale with natural flavor added the legendary boonville brewery solar powered brewery . i really remain surprised when the crack reveals a can filled to the rim . the glug produced a thick creamy one and a half fingers of deep tan head with great retention . color was a reddish orangish amber with ne quality clarity . nose was a riot of biscuit malt orange citrus vanilla toffee and pine needles . wow . mouthfeel was medium and my original review mentioned a taste of orange dreamsicle and i have to say i do not disagree in this iteration . it really had an orange vanilla flavor up front with the pine coming through on the finish . it was semi dry which was a nice change of pace after a day of apas and ipas . i just realized that it was kind of stupid of me to have opened this today the solstice is this thursday . perhaps i can score another between now and then . man for . it drank beautifully but canversely i would not want a whole bunch of this beer either . finally i should mention the dense lacing that appeared throughout . it was quite splendiferous .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a tulip glass appearance pours a light copper with a very nice head for this variety that lasts a moderate amount of time leaving a light lacing . smell sweet lemon orange citrus scent with a strong degree of pine as well . taste very strong citrus hop upfront with a mild dry bittering hop finish . mouthfeel smooth start to finish probably the only thing mild i ll ever enjoy . drinkability great flavors without being overpowering i ve had several introductees to craft brewing try this out and they have all enjoyed it thoroughly . this is a great session beer that has in my experience appealed to broad tastes .,aroma,1.0,1
pours out really dark like a dark root beer. little to no head here . nice lacing though . smell is coffee caramel and yeast . slight hops here because of the coffee aroma but not strong at all . mabey just a slight fruityness at the very back . taste is not what the smell is here . weak coffee and a weak berry flavor with slight sugar and no malt . watery at best . this one just do n t cut the mustard .,aroma,0.8,1
maybe i got a bad bottle but this had the look of a porter the smell of a porter but soured on the palate with a toasted character but light mouthfeel oxidized . also this was completely overcarbonated . will give the benifit of doubt and will have to try again to confirm or change this review .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a semi transparent reddish copper amber mild chill haze just under an inch of white frothy head receding very fast to leave a generous cap . thin but sticky lace drapery leaving rings all the way down the glass . aroma is fairly sweet with a bit of cotton candy and fruity hops . although the hops a bit masked by sweetness and the aroma put off is minimal at best especially poor for an impy ipa . taste is much better then aroma would have led me to believe . hops exist bitter pine and some fruity flavors too . hempy weed heavy and a tad spicy almost rye like . sweet caramel sweetness and buttered biscuits with caramel . finishing with a long lasting pine bitterness . mouthfeel is slick and chewy medium bodied carbonation breaks this up its not overly heavy and not overly carbonated . a good mouthfeel . a beer thats tastes very good aroma is mia . a solid contender for the style follows it well mostly . abv is well hidden in both aroma and taste . follows the style to a t for alcohol and ibus . would definatly drink this again .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a deep copper amber color cascades always love a cascading beer beautiful fluffy head very creamy and the lacing was lovely and lasted all down nice . as far as smell goes kind of like the other beers i had here . not much . but what i could smell was hoppy and a little musty . aroma was much more evident but still i thought it a little weak . about as much hops in taste as in aroma with the same muskiness . this beer reminded me a little of sn celebration ale a lower abv and more drinkable version . i do n t know that i like the flatness that comes with cask conditioning in this style . it was nice and smooth but i need more action from it . i can pick up the alcohol and its nice but i need more . all said a nice beer quite drinkable i had one and yanked a more sips from my friend . good job .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a ml bottle into a pint glass . pours a dark amber colour with a nice white head that lasts for ages . smells alright nothing spectacular just a sort of generic beer smell . tastes quite nice but the winning factor is the drinkability of it . it s so well balanced it s a lovely drink . overall it is a truly lovely session beer . though could do with being a bit weaker alcohol wise if i m honest .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz growler picked up a few hours ago into a goose island flute . . a a honey color much darker in the center and a lighter tint along the sides of the glass . had nice steady and even champagne like carbonation that continued long after the pour . initially had a nice frothy head which eventually died down . s yowza . apple duh pears and that candy like unibroue yeast only far sweeter . this is quite possibly the sweetest smelling beer i ve ever sniffed . t the taste is n t nearly as sweet as the nose suggests . sort of like a fermented apple juice . not as tangy and wine cooler like as some other vegetable beers i ve had . a bit sour seems like it is missing something . kind of like when you drink a flat soda and it is missing that spark . this beer is like that if you were to compare it to a great tasting apple juice . albeit this is not apple juice . just very similar but missing the sweetness of a great glass of applejuice . i enjoyed it and would drink this again . m very smooth and even . like a fermented apple juice . pretty refreshing and a touch sour . a bit watery and flat feeling in the mouth dept . seems like it is missing something to make it phenomenal . d i could drink this one all day especially in the warm summer months . really easy to drink . this could be a good candidate to bring to a dinner party where there are n t a lot of beer drinkers .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance poured with a decent sized airy head which settled quite quickly . very nice amber color . smell slight caramel malt aroma . taste average for the style . more sweetness than i would like not enough malt profile . mouthfeel seemed to be lacking much body . above average carbonation . drinkability pretty smooth but not necessarily a beer i would choose to drink several of . not a bad beer basically the budweiser of red lagers .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer has grabbed my curiosity for awhile but i never fessed the loot to grab it in favor of ipa s . etc . thanks to tinustime for the well priced bottle . pours cloudy straw yellow into my miami dolphins tapered mini beer glass . the head is huge and foamy and holds steady . aroma is sweet sour full of apples almost burning but not in an alcohol way more acidic . very nice . the taste is very unique . not alot of malt here or even hop flavor really . there is a ton of hop dryness and bitterness . it s as if the beer dries up before i get a chance to taste it . this is the definition of clean . mouthfeel is quick and dry making this pretty drinkable . .very unique ale . and quite refreshing .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled on tap at ping in shirlington va a super hazy straw with a tannish rice hued . finger head . small streaming carbonation bubbles . s clover grassy . cooked rice . t a touch of sweetness touch of bitterness . sour twist at the end that makes this beer that much better than similar beer from asian breweries . m mild puckering aspect caused by the rice . d i just got out of the gym and this beer is doing a great job quenching my thirst . my only complaint is that i dont think the style should be listed as an american blonde . japanese rice ale new catagory perhaps .,aroma,0.4,0
single hop pale ale . ibus . appearance clear copper body . small white head with great lacing and decent retention . smell smells like an ashtray . burnt plastic and ash . taste not as bad as the smell lets on . astringent . bitter . plastic . mouthfeel light . sharp . some effervescence . frothy . mildly astringent . overall drinkability just grossed out by the smell alone which probably inevitably affected the scores on all the other traits .,aroma,0.2,0
pt . fl.oz . ml . northwest harrington klages and crystal malts willamette and kent goldings hops free range coastal water and top fermenting pacman yeast . no chemicals preservatives or additives . a classic english special bitter rich and complex flavors with that special kent golding finish plato ibu aa l appearance rogues typical busy carbonation at pour white finger thick micronized head at pour that breaks down early very slight cloud light orange edge to amber core for body lace is reasonable smell the head was almost destroyed as a result of the mouthwatering fat malty nose with a muted hop buzz taste bitter and wispy caramel intertwine throughout slight rind hops stick around flavors could step it up just a notch mouthfeel slightly cutting crisp carbonation on the tongue from the start with a slight descend to the finish good body for a bitter suitably dry to close drinkability dont drink this one too fast or itll dry out the back of your throat its as smooth as id desire for an english bitter rogue solidifies their position as one of my favorite breweries although this is n t one from their top shelf .,aroma,0.9,1
a straw in color with a frothy off white head and moderate lacing . i am a touch disappointed by the amount of haziness of this brew . s aroma is faint but is that of bread and spicy hops . t dead on . this has all of the aspects of a well made pils bready body spicy saaz hops and a clean dry finish . m light effervescent and refreshing . o while its is lacking in the aroma and appearance categories this brew is very well made . there is a lot of debate as to whether a pils should cost a bomber but i think it shows enough talent to warrant the price tag . plus it s for charity . nonetheless if you like well made pilsners then this is for you .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to kyoko and chris for hooking me up with this one . pours a clear golden yellow thin white head spots of lace nothing special here . smell is actually really nice for a pumpkin ale sweet nice caramel spices pumpkin pie right here . taste is brown sugar spices very light does n t live up to the aroma . mouthfeel is light bodied with medium carbonation pretty thin . thanks guys .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to robbeer for making the trek to japan and to naerhu for sharing . poured a beatiful bright red coppery gold with just a fringe of off white foam ringing my glass . the aroma is gorgeous . this is where this beer truly shines . sweet brown sugar and candied fruits i thought of cherries and apricot are met head on by the alcohol . the result is a rich warm somewhat medicinal elixir that was just wonderful to inhale . after being thoroughly seduced by the aroma i expected more from the taste . do n t get me wrong it s very nice . it just did n t quite live up to the advance billing . quite sweet honey brown sugar but the sweetness is cut through by strong boozy alcohol . the end result is a great sipper with plenty of heat all the way down . surprisingly smooth with just enough carbonation . it ends up feeling lighter than expected . very nice . try this . i ll be looking to have it again .,aroma,1.0,1
i tried a pint of this in the carlton lounge in stornoway after a hard days work i was looking forward to a pint of real ale . the pint poured satisfactory standard a light amber pint with a mm white head but this disappeared very quickly . the pint appeared to be cloudy not a great start . there was very little scent from the pint a faint smell of hops and nothing else very bland . this theme continued through to the initial taste a faint taste of hops and little else . however after it had been swallowed a delightful aftertaste of bitter hops then appeared . the mouthfeel was between watery and light not up to the standard of a proper ale in my book . this was n t a horrible pint it was just very bland the bitter aftertaste was nice but this was about it . maybe i had a bad pint if i see this elsewhere and my opinion is changed then i will edit this review .,aroma,0.4,0
on tap at beachwood bbq vintage a pours amber red with a light white head good retention moderate lace . s interesting . candied fruit honey very perfume like without all the chemical gunk . what i assume an ottoman harem smells like . a for it s unique beauty . t has almost a caramel belgian yeasty malt flavour initially but then the other flavours come . sweet orange peel apricot ginger cinnamon defintite honey . what i assuming is the frankincense and myrrh come in adding a weird but unique and interesting herbal quality . the barrel brings everything into balance offering a light vanilla and helps to make the herbal acridity of the original disappear . m smooth and silky light ethanol feel full bodied . d the reason this is lower is because the beer flavours are so different and intriguing this beer is really a slow sipper one to contemplate . a must try .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle notched bottled on december rd week . no year given though . appears a dark brown color with red highlights . thin white head decent head retention . a bit of a vinegary sour odor . this is n t a flanders red so not a good sign . taste is slightly sour too.but still drinkable.average carbonation and body . either this beer is slightly infected or maybe it s actually a year or hell . old and has gone bad .,aroma,0.3,0
served on tap the foundry kansas city mo into a tulip glass pours a nice even golden color . it looks almost lager ish actually . not a lot of head on this pour but what s hear is fairly thick and frothy . the smell is all sorts of awkward . this beer smells like the yeast strain has run amok the phenolic character is way out of control . it smells like a mix between a barbie doll and chalky candy like valentine s hearts or candy cigarettes . it s plasticky and gross . the taste fares better but not by much . the hops provides bitterness but little in the way of true flavor . the malts make for a sickly sweet finish . along the way is that heavy phenolic character . this beer seems out of whack and unfocused to me . the mouthfeel is fine is arguably the finest part of this beer . it s a true medium bodied beer that is pleasant to swish around in your mouth flavor excluded . overall though this is a disappointment . it strikes me as a cluttered indecisive beer whose yeast has run roughshod over everything else .,aroma,0.4,0
had on tap at the local taphouse . pours a pale gold colour slight orange with opaque chill haze . head is generous fizzing out just a bit on the top and leaving nice lace in thick curtains slow bead trails up the glass capping off a pretty fine looking drop . smell is nothing to write home about . a big household mould aroma like clothes left in a wet warm pile in a basement somewhere . slight superpride smell on the back but yeah that s not only unenjoyable but quite pungent too . it s got a smell though so points but does n t bode well for the taste . taste is . better but not great . slight grainy note on the front with a touch of canola and sunflower seeds that develops some ale y fruit esters green apple mostly on the mid before developing a bland por aroma towards the back not overly gravelly but distinct soil and gritty kind of bitterness . yeah an uncomfortable blend reasonably constructed but does n t sit well with me . feeling very blah about that palate . not a bad texture actually quite full lively without feeling overcarbonated . a lot to enjoy if only the flavour were better . not an offensive beer but certainly nothing i d go back for .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle with a best by date of poured into an oversized snifter . less then half and inch of off white head is formed settling to a thick collar and thin film of retention . it is murky and unfiltered looking just what the dr. ordered . a bit of red s and a little orange when held to light with a mjuddy brown color too . hard to explain really . i cant tell if its just me here or is there somthing wrong with my sniffer but i swear i smell hints of chocolate . sweet and fruity large amounts of malt caramel and buttery sweetness . only a faint amount of heat at the nose its very well covered by other aroma s . a sprig of mint and that about sums it up . to say its sweet upfront would be an understatement . loads of malt present with a little bit of burnt caramel leafy hops more of that mint and then chocolate grains or somthing chocolaty . very interesting enjoyable and great but interesting . the mint seems a bit out of place and i m guessing its either alcohol or hops . also odd is the tropical fruity almost mango like hops they seem out of place . it is a bit warm through the swallow . the beer seemed to smell a bit better then it tasted not that i dont like it but the minty leaf alcohol taste is kind of annoying . yea its i would recommend a couple years on this one . mouthfeel is slick with a mild syrup feel and layed back carbonation but well balanced feel . drinkability is a bit cut by the abv . but still this is another fine example of beer from dr . i wish it was available out in the midwest . i can see a year old bottle of this being incredible .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance deeply translucent burgundy root beer body with a small parchment colored head . retention is lacking but overall an attractive beer . smell ah . it s been a while since i smelled something so interesting so refreshing . sour concord grape juice light farmy funk an undercurrent of yogurty lactic tang nutty sherry and oaky port . really a great nose . taste sour through and through with a spicy envigorating tartness that swells in intensity as you hold it on your palate then dissipates slightly before a clean bracingly tart finish . flavors are that of grape juice glutamic acid lactic acid port cherry juice and underripe nectarines . very good very bright and very refreshing but i do wish there were a bit more depth in the malt profile . mouthfeel soft carbonation with bubbles that you can almost feel rolling around in your mouth individually . clean and dry but the acidity can be harsh at times . drinkability yum . this is exceptionally flavorful interesting and drinkable especially at only abv . a great match for goat cheese and fairly good with medium cheddar .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance yellow color with a slight haze to it . a white head that dissapates quickly . there is however lacing that stays to make things interesting . smell a slightly sour smell that i seem to associate with wheat brews . fairly clen aroma . could be better . taste very sweet . there is a nice sweet flavor but the hops really do a nice job coming in for the rescue of an overly sweet beer . mouthfeel a nice mouthfeel with good carbonation . it is light yet full of body . drinkability a very drinkable brew . light flavorful .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from bottle into sam adams boston lager glass . pours a dark amber with a thin white foamy head . smell is surprising . very sweet belgian styled malts . raisens dates prunes belgian yeast typical background . has little spicey notes and virtually no real hops on the nose . i was surprise how much belgian malt was on this nose though . taste is less impressive when compared to the nose . spicier with notes of raisen and belgian sugar . good alcohol finish . honestly better than i expected from sam adams when purchased here in nc . good drinkability with respect to the alcohol .,aroma,0.8,1
pours about a finger of white head . color is a hazed golden yellow . aroma a fairly sweet nose coming from this one . some orange peel spice and other fruits . maybe pears and dried red apples . some yeasty flavors showing . taste the taste is incredibly sweet too sweet . it is so sugary . has some of the flavors from the nose but it s hard to pick them out over the sweetness . mouthfeel syrupy stickiness . medium bodied with a medium amount of carbonation . ends with more sweetness . overall i did n t really like this beer because of how overly sweet it was . it just was n t enjoyable . not for me .,aroma,0.7,1
it actually looks pretty good but the soapy smell is a killer and the beer itself tastes a lot like a light toasty mrzen . they must be using those malts . the hops are pretty light here there s a little bit of caramel and burnt toast the beer gets grainy fast and there s a metallic finish with a medium mouthfeel . it s okay washed down my indian food well but nothing i d seek out .,aroma,0.4,0
ml . poured with a cream white head with large bubbles . non clear golden yellow with lots of suspended yeast . yeast totally non flocculating so even a careful pour would have left the bottle behind if i didnt take some yeast . aroma was typical ommegang sour and spicy with vapors of peach and cherry . palate was less sour than aroma and about way between duvel and ommegang ommegang . the fine dose of yeast did cause massive rumbling in my plumbing later that night though .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle bottled wk of august . pours hazy golden copper with a fizzy white head that quickly diminishes to a thin collar that leaves a little lacing . the aroma is spices cinnamon nutmeg and other pumpkin pie spices . the flavor is a bit off . spices are present but there is a sweet vegetal malt and some earthy bitterness in the finish . the mouthfeel is medium bodied with low carbonation . overall i really liked the smell of the beer the flavor not so much .,aroma,0.9,1
a fine ipa . i live in baltimore and unable to purchase stone ipa here so brought back a six pack from boston . i m drinking one following a victory hop wallop so my rating may not be entirely fair because hop wallop is wonderful i m a super hop head in case you did n t notice . still stone s ipa would be my everyday brew if i could get it in baltimore . currently my everyday brew is dogfish m ipa one of the best every day beers every made .,aroma,0.6,1
i got this beer as part of a sampler pack along with adirondack lager saranack pale ale and black forest . i had a few sips out of the bottle which were n t that great . i then served it into a pint glass which improved it some . i love ipas . i do not love this one . the aroma is nice and sweet but that s about all this has going for it . the color is opaque seems a little too hazy . my bias must be towards a lighter ipa such as minute or sierra nevada . this beer falls into the spicy ipas which i abhor think mad hatter . i think the spices rob the hops of their flavor . it s alright but i would n t drink it again . good thing the sampler pack only came with one .,aroma,0.8,1
a served in a snifter with a nice fluffy bit of off white head . beer itself is a cloudy brown . decent lacing . s very aromatic especially citrus and orange . orange blossoms . t malty orange juice . i can not understand how much this beer tastes like orange juice and not in a good way . the sweet orange flavor with the bitter pith even a bit of the acidic quality of the citrus . throw in a bit of alcohol and malt . novel at first but stomach wrenching as i drank it . m medium in weight with appropriate carbonation . d it took everything i had to get this beer down . i just could n t get over the sweet orange juice flavor intermixed with the malt and alcohol . for me this beer was almost unbearable .,aroma,0.9,1
i m a farmer and not one of those pansy i sit in an air conditioned tractor farmers but a boots in mud farmall organic hippy farmer . what does that have to do with this beer . i pop it open carbonation just about right i pour into a stemless redwine glass and sniff . boot . this smells like my muck boots after four days of harvesting chiogga beets in the rain . and that s not in a bad way but in a healthy earthy my feet stink but that makes me alive kind of way . there is no hop presence malt is light and mildly sweet golden and alive with bubbles and a milky creme head . the nose dances around the earthy foot dirty sweat and soiled trouser smell of this tasty beast . i enjoyed it thoroughly . thank you jolly pumpkin for channeling this bit of vitality .,aroma,1.0,1
pours hazy copper brown in color with a foamy creamy tan head that stays around for quite some time smells of sweet malt dark fruit spices and caramel . decent lacing sticks to the glass . tastes of sweet malt spices caramel raisin pepper apricot dates or plum grains light hops coriander and some yeast . an excellent balance and mix of flavors that feels very creamy says velvety on the bottle which i agree with on the tongue with practically no carbonation . gets sweeter and the alcohol shows up as it warms but remains well balanced and enjoyable throughout . the taste lingers after each sip and allows the fruits and mild spices to be savored and not conquered by the alcohol content which does not detract from the overall flavor . an excellent christmas ale which was one of the best i ve ever had . it went down easy on it s own as well as complimenting the meal i had it with . a great beer .,aroma,0.7,1
seved on a bottle poured on a beer mug.together with grilled fish with some kind of sauce that s sweet and spicy . appearance piss yellow with a finger gassy head.lots of carbonation . smell it smelled very malty.seem to have some kind of fruit characteristic to it.not much hops that i can smell of . taste very similar to the beer.lots of malt and fruit taste.could taste some hops.no aftertaste . mouthfeel.nothing exceptional nothing bad . drinkability.very light beer.good beer for the summer . heaps better than it s brother the red ale.that was bad . especially the aftertaste of that beer .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance dark but not quite black . brown tinges on the edges . the head was rather small and a golden tan in color . smell coffee roasted malt dark chocolate and a touch of bitter maybe hops . taste a sweet alcohol flavored coffee tone hits you first . the hops are noticable but not in your face and the malt almost tastes burnt . mouthfeel lighter than i was expecting from an imperial stout too light . carbonation is just about right though . drinkability does n t quite sit right to make it easily enjoyable but it still goes down somewhat well . needs a little thickening and a little more evening of the alcohol bite and it would be even better .,aroma,0.9,1
deep deep amber brown in appearance with a smallish head . smells of caramel with a hint of roastyness . malt and prunes . wow just great . the taste is very smooth with malt dominating . fruity and delicious . i m getting a very slight nuttiness . complex . very good . mouthfeel is great with low carbonation and substantial body . drinkability is so so in my opinion . overall a very very solid dark brown ale that is tasty and satisfying without being over the top in any one area . the oddest thing is that it smells better than it tastes .,aroma,1.0,1
a a dark golden color with a little white head that disappeared quickly and even with a steady stream of bubbles coming from the etched d at the bottom of the duvel tulip no resemblance of a head is there . s there is not much of a nose here some sweet biscuit like malt and that s it . t this is where the beer impresses me a bit . even with the absent nose and bad appearance heavy seas got the marzen taste spot on . it has the sweet soft smooth malt and not a lot of hops . there are some caramel notes but everything else blends to a smooth flavor . mf smooth light body extremely refreshing . d a great marzen when you base it solely on taste and mouth feel . wonderfully sessionable and from a local brewery that has a lot of history . i just wish the appearance and smell had more to offer . i could see myself drinking this all spring and summer long even though its an october fest beer .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a samuel smith imperial pint glass . a hazy copper color with a a head that dissipates quickly into very thin cover over the beer . looks like a sasparilla . s i thought i died and went to heaven the first time i smelled this beer . caramel and toffee aromas dominate with some hints of berries . t beer is very very smooth . liken it to newcastle in that regard but quite sweeter . difficult to detect the hops . caramel and berry flavors make their presence known . m a little thin for my taste especially for a winter beer but other positive aspects more than make up for it . beer is not too high in alcohol but you can definitely feel it warm you up in the chest . overall a very delightful beer and you can enjoy several without feeling full . however if you like hops stay away from it .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance very dark brow to black with thick tan head off the pour extremely dark with no light coming through smell slight chocolate is noticed but not overwhelming faint hop roasted malts and molasses but sort of underwhelming nose taste wow pretty good the taste to me way beat out the nose the dark cocoa is quite there and almost reminds me of the flavor you get out of the powder in hot chocolate mix before you add any liquid to it faint roasted malts and other notes in the background but chocolate is the really dominate finish here what this beer does great job of to me is that even though the chocolate is very much there this beer is sweet in no means and kept quite in balance the flavor leaves you wanting more and give you git hit of chocolate with out being a chocolate bomb well done in flavor mouthfeel moderate to heavy but quite smooth low carbonation drinkability overall i thought this beer was quite enjoyable it holds quite a good balance and neither becomes to sweet or to dry for they style could see myself drinking a few of these the chocolate tones are quite noticeable in the beginning but i felt did kind of mesh out a bit in flavor the more you had overall a pretty enjoyable beer that was glad i got chance to try,aroma,0.6,1
served at the rock bottom at the msp airport . appearance served to me in a oz glass . the color is a golden copper that reflects a honey yellow tint when held up to the light . the glass came to be with minimal head which faded away to leave lacing on the edges and a layer of foam on the top . smell the smell is faint but has a wet rain type smell but that may be due to the glass . the smell is sweet and has some malt character although it is subdued . after the beer has warmed the wet rain smell is replaced with just the subtle sweetness . taste hop bitterness dominates throughout the taste experience . i felt a metallic bitterness on both the initial quaff all the way through to the finish . i suspected this was due to the beverage being way too cold so i waited a few minutes and warmed the glass with my hands . upon my second try the metallic bitterness is mostly gone and here the malt character comes through . the bitterness is still there on the finish but is much more crisp . still the bitterness dominates too much and the body is just lacking . disappointing considering this seems to be the brewery s flagship beer . mouthfeel medium and highly carbonated . nothing offensive but nothing special either . drinkability pretty fair although the strong hops makes it tough to drink a bunch of this . you d do better with erik the red than this beer . probably worth a try but i m hard pressed to see why this beer is award winning . it needs more body and less hops .,aroma,0.4,0
from notes pours a deep dark ruby almost chestnut brown color with a . finger frothy off white head . decent retention slowly fading into a lasting ring that leaves sporadic spots of lacing behind . floral aroma with subtle earthy hosp and light fruit presence . fuller boded than expected with a nice bitter hop presence up front that s followed by a sweet malt backbone and bitter dry finish . subtle hints of flower petal along with slight roasted malt chocolate and biscuit . this is a really weird interpretation of the style . full body with a stronger malt and hp profile than i expected . a bit more roasted and rich than most beers of the style yet balanced by earthy floral and bitter notes .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle from beer world of largo has next to no aroma . a vague smell but i wouldnt even hazard a guess as to what smell that is . ok i will.its kinda a vague alcohol enrinched caramel candy smell but it is very faint . you have to get your nose wet to smell it . the color is a lusterous amber orange with a diminishing thumb thick white head . quite pretty coloring . fore yields caramel malts more alcohol flavor than youd expect from a beer and some mild spice and yeasty notes toward the finish . not bad really as american bocks go .,aroma,0.4,0
great label . . . and the beer is finely crafted . a true beer drinkers beer .,aroma,1.0,1
amber with a long lasting tan nitro head . good lacing . sweet scent with a faint resin hoppiness . tinny metallic dominates the breadth of the palette . not much else . a bit of sweetness and a touch of hop bitterness at the end . mouthfeel is total nitro creamy lightly bubbly . needs to lose a bit of the metallic harshness to become more drinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
a a hazy rust to copper color body with almost no head which is off white in color . s a pleasant aroma of sweet candy sugar soft raspberries and maybe a bit of honey . very straight forward . t first sip i thought this is sorta nice . second sip this is very watery . third sip this taste like watered down crystal light . put that aside a very thin upfront flavor of raspberries lemony citrus hops that do n t mix very well that ends too watery . m thing body with lively carbonation . d i got this as an extra in a trade so no harm done to my wallet . the flavor is awful and i would never drink this again . i m afraid this is one of those i poured down the drain .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a clear amber gold into my dfh snifter with two fingers of off white head with great retention and moderate lacing . s floral and citrus like . good malt base . t strong hop flavors over bare the tongue . citrus and grass and flower like . there is no hiding the alcohol its out there and loving it . mf heavy resin like body with great carbonation and a bit warm . o great iipa . love the flavor but hate the mouth feel .,aroma,1.0,1
an interesting taste roasted malts sort of a bitter after taste . this beer is both more and less than i expected . i usually do n t anticipate such an aromatic smell from a dark beer . i like the taste but the bite was a bit over powering and did n t live up to the hype . still a great winter beer . an interesting beer to pick up .,aroma,0.9,1
becoming a big fan of the great lakes line up . a deep red character with brilliant clarity . very nice . s wonderful nose . toasted notes with some malt character hiding behind it . there is a hint of hop character but it fades in and out . t a lot more flavor and hops than i would have expected for the style . strong malt flavor with a nice hops backbone . seems like it might be a little over the top but just then it all balances out to leave a clean aftertaste . m good carbonation . med to light mouthfeel . o a good beer . the alcohol starts to peek out from behind the malt flavor in the middle of the taste which is a little distracting . i d have one or two but then i would have to move on to something else and there is plenty to choose from if you are in the gl brepub .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a nice caramel color with a thick and rocky tan head . this brew has a nice malty smell to it if you dig past the hops . not as odorific as i would like though when i first tasted this it was all hop up front middle and finish . but i took my time with it . the hops are just a first layer . they are nice and spicy maybe a bit peppery . as i drank the beer had some more earthy tones to it . it got grainy malty. i felt like i could chew it . but do n t get me wrong the hops were the life of the party . i did n t find this as citrusy as some other posters on the site . it is n t just another citrus cascade hop american ipa . the amarillo hops help to differentiate it some . try this beer .,aroma,0.6,1
this is by far the worst brown ale that i have ever tried . it is also the only saranac i ve tried that i really do n t like . i ca n t believe that saranac is putting this in the trail mix . it looks and smells ok and the mouth is decent but it just tastes bad . i cant explain it . i have had it multiple times so i know it wasnt just a bad set .,aroma,0.6,1
i poured this beer into my tumbler at degrees the beer was a amber color that had a big caramel smell . the beer was a little bitter but really what stood out was the hot alcohol after burn . it just blew any taste away . the beer had decent lacing but whoop di doo . i will not buy again . cool label .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle poured into a curved pint glass . a a dark gold with hints or orange almost showing some amber highlights . thin almost fizzy head that dissipates quickly . no lacing to speak of . s really smells quite like a full bore ipa . big hits of citric hops pineapple orange and grapefruit . back end of the smell reveals a light malt . t balance is way off . the taste mirrors the smell but there s just not enought malt sweetness to balance the big brash bitterness that kicks in mid to end of the sip . it s a bit better once the beer warms and the malt bill is able to shine a bit with it s mild sweetness . m mouthfeel quickly reveals that it s much lighter than an ipa . kinda fizzy and it makes you think your mouth is dry from that big bitter hoppy finish but it is n t necessarily dry . odd . o good but misses the boat on the balance that i treasure in an apa i.e . sierra nevada victory headwaters . i d have it again but wo n t seek it out .,aroma,0.9,1
a lemon rind yellow with a fairly short lived large head that leaves patchy scattered lacing behind . miniscule bubbles are barely descernable through my goblet but they clearly haze the brew . s extremely strong aroma of grapefruit pith next would be lillies and pine a very distinct tree but the grapefruit pith aroma is strong enought that i ca n t really pinpoint it a bit of lemon grapefruit innards now and grass as well . under all of this i can still smell some gumball and barnyard odors . an amazing smell and likely a very unique one . t more grapefruit pith and that same pine but i still ca n t figure it out . the aftertaste is powerfully bitter grapefruit mostly but once again pine as well but somehow extremely mellow . m smooth very thin and really refreshing . generally i find really bitter beers ca n t pull off the refreshing part but the grapefruit bitterness meshes beautifully with the pine to have it succeed somehow . d quaffable . dinner s best friend . sessionable sans price tag of course . worth seeking . all around impressive . this bottle will have no difficulty disappearing . since it is a fifth i wo n t be seeing this for a long time i fear . . . but someday we shall meet again .,aroma,1.0,1
oz er courtesy of larsenju . poured into my duvel green tulip pours and a very murky golden yellow that is not see through at all . from an average pour a giant finger head of white foam erupted . leaves beautiful lacing for a hef . smell is very off putting to me . i get a tingle in my nose from the alcohol and then an overwhelming scent of bananas to cover it up . taste is exactly like the smell just a little more bearable . slight alcohol then an explosion of banana that coats my mouth . i actually like the aftertaste quite a bit thats why the score was n t lower . mouthfeel i think is probably how it s suppose to be . first imperial weizen so i m not sure . it did drink relatively smoothly . not really impressed by this one at all and i m a little upset since it was my first new glarus brew . i look forward to trying the belgian red and raspberry tart that are in the cellar . thanks again justin .,aroma,0.4,0
when do you open an expensive corked and caged beer from august that is in the back of the fridge . on a tuesday and for no reason at all . thanks to billyshears for this one . a a hazy reddish orange with little head and no lacing . not a lot to deduce from appearance here . s about . seconds after the cork popped the air was almost filled with a rich dry oak smell . lots of brett in there as well . also a citrus tartness that may be related . top notch . t m i was surprised at first how subtle this starts out . there is a prickly bite from the carbonation and overall dryness but it almost seems thin from lack of malt backbone . it must have really dried out after two years . however complexities abound after the initial punch and the finish is full of bready yeasty woody flavor almost none of which seems to have anything to do with malt or body . it seems way out of balance in beer terms but i really like the end result . d it is hard to rate in a traditional sense as this drinks like a really dry and complex red wine but i am really enjoying it . i wish every day was open a cool bottle in the back of the fridge because it is tuesday day .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle into a pint glass . a pours a very dark brown nearly black with a half finger mocha colored head . head fades pretty quickly but leaves some really nice lacing behind . s mostly chocolate . a good bit of chocolate actually . thats all i m getting though . would like to see a little more depth . t the first thing i m getting . floral hops . huh . very bizarre . getting some roasted malts in there and very little chocolate and coffee . very disappointing . m feel is good . maybe a little thin . whatever . i still ca n t get over that taste issue . d if you re looking for a thick rich stout of chocolate and coffee goodness do not come here . this one is different from anything i ve had before . more hoppy . thin . blegh . wo n t buy again with superior stouts on the market,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to sirhc for two of these . oz . stubby bottle poured into a nonic . pours an absolute black with a thin half finger khaki colored head that quickly dies down to a layer of almost nothing . stickiness is pretty minimal with a tiny bit of spottiness on the sides . smell is of molasses toasted oat and french roast coffee . for some reason i detect some alcohol in the nose too and for a . abv i m not liking it a whole lot . taste is a smokey espresso flavor with a tiny hint of caramel sweetness . some toffee flavors emerge on the tongue with a woody taste as well . aftertaste is a dry vanilla flavor with some oak as well . one of the smokier oatmeal s i ve had for sure . mouthfeel is light creamy body with a subtle but enjoyable carbonation . i really enjoy how this one feels . after the initial appearance and smell i fell in love with this beer . my first beer from nimbus and i look forward to trying more . good solid oatmeal stout .,aroma,0.6,1
looks like this is the first review of the batch . i think it is slightly different this year . some cool pictures of the process hops used http tinyurl.com brewing h o p http tinyurl.com hopback http tinyurl.com dry hop nugget this year s is brewed with citra simcoe nugget and cascade . dry hopped with lbs of ohio grown nugget hops . one post also mentions that this beer is brewed with lbs of hops per barrel where regular cipa is only brewed with lb . poured into a duvel tulip . a tall dense white head immediately overtakes this beer really nice retention on it as well . the lace is sticky and clings in wide sheaths across most of the glass . the brew beneath all that foam is fairly clear and is a brilliant shining true gold color . the aroma is heavenly . this is the reason i love fresh hop beers the aroma of fresh wet hops is unbeatable . sweet pine resin and deep floral accents beg for consumption . lighter notes of pineapple and cantaloupe only add to the depth . i think the first prominent feature of the flavor on super fresh h o p is the sweetness . it s not an over malted sugary sweetness but rather a floral honeyed sweetness . it s different but something i am really enjoying . earthy clover and herbal chamomile type notes play well off of the honey flavor i kept getting . the residual flavor showcases pine nettles and sticky bitterness . the hops are surely powerful but never out of control nor bitter enough to pull this out of an ipa categorization which i prefer i think . by the second glass i was getting some pretty deep grassy flavors as well . the mouthfeel is full of sticky juicy hop oils and a long lasting sweet crackery malt flavor . then it all ends with bold bitterness . overall this is one of the best fresh hop wet hop beers i have ever had . both unique and a hop head s wet dream the wet hops in this beer make it one to revisit as often as the season permits .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a very dark red cloudy color with a good amount of tan head that disappears fairly quickly . looks heavy . smells quite nice floraly citrusy some chocolate notes some spices . a bit of black pepper coming through . taste was kind of disappointing for me after the smell . i hate it when that happens it looks good smells good and then does n t taste nearly as good . it s a little sweet a bit of spice in it but . overall it s kind of boring . bland even . mouthfeel is awfully watery though not completely distasteful . pretty drinkable just because there s not much going on so you can keep chugging them down if that s your desire . overall . a lot of hype without a lot of delivery .,aroma,0.9,1
this is a beer i have been waiting a year to try and the anticipation was killing me not to bust one open while it was still warm after finally acquiring of them . bottle reads ale brewed with natural flavors honey cocoa nibs cocoa powder ancho chilies ground annatto . now lets bust this puppy open and give her a try . pours an interesting semi clear orange color with a inch fizzy head that receeds very quickly . no lacing to be found at all . take a deep smell . nothing . take a nice gulp and swirl it around . hummm interesting . take a few more sips and sniffs . there it is . . . the cocoa reveals itself and my goodness is it nice . it is not an intense nose clogging chocolate smell but a very mild and very enjoyable cocoa scent . living in pa i have visited the hershey s chocolate factory and the powder cocoa is exactly what this reminds me of but in a beer form . my this is an awesome smell how did they do that . ok enough about that great cocoa smell what else does it have to offer . yeah the honey is there in the nose as well but not as grand . it also has a bit of spice that is quite bitey but i cant identify what that smell is maybe the chilies . now lets set focus on the mouth . up front it has a nice sweetness but right away you notice that there is not much carbination with this beer . there is an almost overwelming sense of warmth . it could be the abv or it could be those chilies . .heck probably a combination of both that makes your mouth tingle with enjoyment . overall it is interestingly balanced . from the sweetness up front to the mild bitterness to the warmth at the end i really enjoyed this beverage . this is nothing as i had imagined it would be it is better .,aroma,1.0,1
pours an effervescent bronze with a pinky of cream colored head . viscous notes along with minimal head retention lacing s orchard fruit grainyness pineapple t peaches pineapple honey boozey grain a kiss of estery yeast mushroom like funk . honey pears wet grain with some booze warmth once warm . finishes grainy with honey pineapple passion fruit kiss of lemon mf medium bodied light carbonation sryuppy notes plus warming sensations as this warms drinks pretty easy for the abv style does n t quite pull together for greatness . booze warmth syruppyness slow me down more than normal for the style,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle poured into a pilsner . pitch brown with an inch of brownish head . head falls into lumps leaving rings of lacing . nice looking beer . aroma is chocolate chocolate and chocolate . a whiff of coffee as well . the hops push through with a touch of citrus that appears more as the beer warms . reminds me of those chocolate covered candied oranges . surprisingly bitter taste . malty sweet followed with a hoppy aftertaste of pine and citrus . chocolate in the taste is more bitter than sugary . a touch more sweetness in the flavor would make this one more balanced . the appearance and the aroma are top notch though .,aroma,1.0,1
i got the pack . it poured very clear medium copper colored . the head was about inches of an off white mix of tight and some medium bubbles which faded very slowly . the smell is hops almost bitter and faint malt . the taste is nothing like the smell the hops smell coverts into the perfect adjunct to a full smooth slightly sweet malt that is just right neither too much or too little . the mouthfeel is great the sips go down quickly because you want more and more . even the lacing is nice on the roof of the mouth . this is worth a taste .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer became one of my favorites during my trip in catalunya . . however my friends did n t share my opinion . brewed according to the alsace method which in my opinion means that champagne yeast was used in this brew . a very pale yellow color with a very tiny head that is not worth mentioning . very tiny bubbles in this beer and that is not the last resemblance to champagne . s a very light grainy hoppy smell . that s all . t champagne like again . very low in grains . some nice fruity notes that are mainly pear some citrus . a small hint of bitterness . m you ve guessed it . high carbonation like champagne . thin body pleasant dry finish . d as a beer this may be dissapointing and to thin but i like it for it s unique style and do n t want to compare it to my favorite quad style which makes no sense . so a particular beer that matched perfectly with the great weather in catalunya .,aroma,0.6,1
pours muddy brownish orange with a huge finger head that left lacing smells of lots of pine and grape fruit taste just too damn bitter for me and that was all it had bitterness and a little heat from the booze no malt and no other flavor from the hops mouthfeel medium light good carbontion overall not a good beer imo and i would never buy this again,aroma,0.8,1
appearance a dark dark ruby beer that delivers five quick fingers of light mocha cover . most of that disappears and does n t lace all that well but keeps a solid ring . aroma a pretty grainy first whiff light roasted malt and a bit of chocolate come out on setup . fades a lot and does well to maintain some faint roasty aroma . taste sweet fully roasted malt and milk chocolate malt . good mix and balance of flavors . a minor element of char and alcohol complement nicely . a great finish of roastiness warmth and chocolate . mouthfeel medium body and carbonation a nice smoothness . drinkability very tasty . the import price is the only negative but i d certainly have this one again .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance almost the color of cherry oak which is a little dark for a saison . looking like an impostor and not true to style will cost it a fair amount of points. pretty nice off white head which stood up for quite some time and left it s mark around the glass . smell sweet cherry with a sour breath to it almost like a flemish red . sour most definitely sour with a fruity aroma to it most likely banana . very pungent while not bad not very saison like . taste mouthfeel really mellow with a thick creamy malt . has a lot of sour fruit to it and a little bit of a belgian quad type taste . loads and loads of dark fruit are thrown in and have a candied taste to them . have no idea what they re trying to pull off here . medium mouthfeel is coating but not really interested in what it s coating my mouth with . drinkability this beer has no identity whatsoever . do n t know how or why this beer came to be and do n t really care .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a bottle into a duvel snifter closet thing i have to a sam adams glass . appearance somewhere between ruby in gold head dies down to about mm thick and sustains . healthy carbonation . very pleasing to the eye ca n t tell if it is opaque or not as it seems to be reflecting everything around it . nice and leggy . smell not much there . bit of hops and sweet malts . taste fairly one dimensional as i tend to find most ipas at this stage in my beer career . still pleasant and light . hops are n t overbearing and more prevalent than the finest sam adams has ever made that did n t bear the name utopia the noble pils . a good effort for a well balanced middle of the road beer . mouthfeel lightly carbonated almost creamy . drinkability not quite one i could knock back all day maybe just three or four .,aroma,0.6,1
the color is a pleasant burgundy when held up to the light translucent with a brown tint . the smell is perfect like cranberries very tart and almost bitter . you can really smell this all the way up your nose . the taste is much like that a little bitter with almost a tingly sensation . the overwhelmingness is much like cranberries in the first gush then it mellows out but the bitterness still lingers . for mouthfeel and drinkablility i did n t think it was that special . there is a strange chalky sensation that overtakes the back of your mouth so to remedy it you take another sip but then find yourself right back in the same predicament . for a sipping beer this is great but do n t expect to enjoy too many .,aroma,1.0,1
ah the cascading display that is the niro can . after the show i was left with a rich copper brown brew very clear with a gorgeous off white to tan head as thick as cream that really never went away . some rich roasted malt aroma is prevalent if you can get past that head that acts like a aroma seal . some immediate tea like bitterness followed by a sudden rush of roasted caramel malt which never overpowers the experience . the drying finish is there along with some hop bitterness . altough somewhat creamy and very smooth it was a tad on the watery side . still very drinkable in large quantities by this reviewer .,aroma,0.6,1
fresh off a nitro tap this is a black color with a nice densely packed tan head . the smell is pretty light but its of roasted malts . the feel is medium slightly thin for a stout but nice and nitro creamy . the taste is pretty good not very heavy some roasted malts with a sweet milk sugar finish very light on bitterness .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark cola color with a light head that fades quickly . first smell was heavenly . got one of the purest dark chocolate whiffs that i ve ever noticed in a stout . espresso roasted malts and a light hint of bitter hops . exactly what a stout should smell like . lots of earthy flavors on the palate . moss burnt wood coffee been cocoa . a weird sourness creeps up and competes with the bitterness of the hops . strange indeed . little light on the body that accentuates carbonation . overall the feel comes across watery for a stout not a disappointing beer but not a stout i would go to if given a choice . just ok. it was more than worth the try just to smell it after the pour .,aroma,0.9,1
wonderful ipa . thanks jpm . pours ipa yellow orange with a nice full finger head of white foam that melts to very thick and sticky lacing . aromas of citrus hops . fresh pine and grapefruit . taste is sweet light pale malt that gets overcome immediately with grapefruit peel hops . aftertaste becomes clean citrus peel that dries the palette and leaves you thirsty for another sip . mouthfeel is very creamy for an ipa reflecting the sweet malts .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . brown bottle poured into an imperial pint . notes . a pours a deep amber . decent head with some retention and lacing . s not a ton of aroma . some citrus and maybe grassy notes . there s a big metallic aroma too . t m bitterness is pretty weak . not much of the american hop profile going on . very english in style grassy herbal musty . malts are light and grainy and balanced a bit much . body is medium and a bit overcarbonated . still a metallic taste . d has that magic hat flavor to it .,aroma,0.4,0
i bought a bottle at my local bevmo . ap this poured a very deep coffee color with a cappucino brown head . you couldnt see thru the glass . looks like my kind of stout . sm a tasty aroma of roastiness bordering a coffee and toffee . it actually makes you salivate . tst no no no the aroma told me i was to taste something really good . there were hints of chocolate and roasted malt but there was a metallic tint that was just too pervasive . it took away from my whole experience . mth a good balance of carbonation but it was rather light bodied . not what i d expect from an imperial stout but not bad . dnk this one isnt for me . overall too light from what i d expect from an imperial stout and the taste didnt agree with me . i think they forgot this was an imperial stout .,aroma,0.8,1
a fuffy white head holds at about . soft golden color under the light with tons of bubbles streaming upwards . crazy lacing . s phenolic . herbal and lemon citrus . t very delicious . very complex taste . a dry pilsner malt flavor is matched by big juicy fruity notes that end on a bittersweet note . slight yeast flavor with phenols . lingering sweetness m medium bodied . deceptively big but easy drinking . the carbonation sends dances along tongue and the roof of my mouth . d dangerously drinkable . typical of belgian beers .,aroma,0.6,1
shared with some friends . poured out of oz bomber and into a small snifter . this bottle sat for a couple of hours in the fridge before we poured it and yeast particles were swirling all around not too sure what that was all about . the color was off with all the yeast but it was a dark brownish red with some beige yeast highlights . smell was good nice and malty with some piney notes thrown into the mix . taste put this beer at the bottom of my list . malty sweet with piney hops that did n t balance right . it finished off with a lot of heat from the alcohol . felt thick on the tongue and spicy from the alcohol . i really did n t like this brew . the balance was way off .,aroma,0.8,1
another pleasant surprise in my mug tonight . this pils pours a very pale golden color with white head . nose is clean with some herbal hops in there . palate offers a nice dose of flavor though with herbal hops that bitter it up nicely balanced with a gentle malt sweetness . overall hop character makes this beer what it is . no skunk in the bottle either . extremely drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a pale golden copper with of loose foamy white head that fades quickly . the nose is grainy and grassy . it tastes sweet and grainy with hints of apples and euro pale lager esque yeastiness . the mouthfeel is very light a little heavily carbonated but smooth . there is very little of interest here . this lands somewhere between an american adjunct and a euro pale . it s weak subdued but in the end very drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
this brew has a delicious smell of peanut brittle and roasted malts . pours to a deep metallic brown with a huge foamy head . this one pours like a tv beer . taste is a deep bitterness balanced with a very roasted malt . the finish is slightly bitter . the mouthfeel has way too much carbonation and detracts from the smoothness of the flavor . upon the start of the review this beer appeared to have great potential but fell short .,aroma,0.9,1
i like the funky label but it has no information or freshness dating to make reading it worthwhile . the color is a deep red amber sporting a tall clotted off white head with lots of cling . the beer is crystal clear and not a single carbonation bubble is visable . hmmm . . aroma is a terrific perfumey blend of spruce and crushed flowers and an underlying malt sweetness . very inviting . soft malt up front is washed away too quickly by the surprisingly watery mouthfeel . sharp metalic bitterness doninates with very little body and malt character to even things out . nice lingering bitter aftertaste with a mild sting of alcohol . an ok session ipa but this bottle lacked any carbonation and seemed to have had any residual sweetness and protiens stripped and filtered out .,aroma,0.9,1
a very nice appearance as this is a light amber ale with a very thick white head from the nitro that leaves thick can i call it belgian lace residue on the glass . i am reviewing the second glass of this ale served to me as they have a bad practice of serving beers in frozen glasses so i had my bartender refill my first glass . the aroma needs more hops it is a little bit malty but not enough for an esb and frankly not enough for a pale ale either . the flavor begins with a mild goldings like bitterness followed by sweet carmelly malt and it finishes very clean with no lingering bitterness . a good attempt at an esb but it needs more of a english pale malt flavor not just more carmel malt and a lot more hops all around . the mouthfeel is excellent as the nitro reminds me of a nice cask ale smooth and clean with just a bit of bite as the brewer at the basin use a mix of nitro and co . a nice session ale though it needs more hops and a better malt flavor .,aroma,0.4,0
enjoyed from the tap at tops inside a tall thin ounce glass . the result of collaboration between sierra nevada and the abbey of new clairvaux ovila dubbel pours a deep apple cider color a mix of ruby and amber . beautiful clarity . a creamy half finger head of light tan quickly becomes a thin ring . no lace . fruity nose from what i pick up which is n t much at all . some dark fruits a touch of sweet banana . too light . interesting flavor . bananas and pears are the leaders while raisins strawberries and a bit of brown sugar are also noticeable before a slightly drying finish . slight lactic tang . it s a nice crisp flavor but again it s a bit light . medium high carbonation pokes the tongue and fizzes up the beer as it moves . medium velvety body with good weight to it . lighter finish than body implies . overall a nice attempt at a trappist ale by sierra nevada and their newfound monk buddies but it falls short lacking the depth and complexity of true abbey dubbels .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance has a light golden amber color with a fair crisp head and spotty lace . smell is faint with light adjunct malt and hop . taste of light sweet faint cider note having mild hops that finishes dry . mouthfeel is light with crisp carbonation . fairly light for the style acting and tasting more like a lager the bottle does say ale but ba style says dark lager which i would agree more with .,aroma,0.4,0
look pours a nice slightly darker shade of brown with about a head that does not stick around very long smell the smell of the beer is by far the winner . there are several layers to the nose that create a great amount of depth . upfront is a nice note of bourbon oak and vanilla . and finishes of with a chocolate covered apple character very nice . taste the taste starts out very similar to the nose with very light touches of bourbon and oak but for me the beer has more chocolate than anything else very rich dark chocolate character and finishes off nicely with just a touch of apple mouthfeel medium body with low carbonation overall very good beer . very solid and highly recommended . i am becoming more and more impressed with hotd,aroma,1.0,1
appearance poured into a la chouffe tulip glass a two finger head that quickly dissipated to a thin layer of lacing . fairly lively carbonation . a dark ruddy cherry color . about what i d expect for a beer of this kind except for the quick head dissipation . smell clean sourness emerges with a hint of acetone . sour cherries dominate with a deeper chocolate note in the background or more like chocolate covered cherries . overall very nice . taste a little sour up front but quickly fades to a lingering bitterness not of the hop variety . none of the alcohol shows through but this bitterness makes it nearly undrinkable for me . mouthfeel above average slick with some carbonation . dinkability this would be decently drinkable except for that off bitterness . overall this beer is different from what i remember it being earlier maybe travel has taken it s toll on this one .,aroma,0.9,1
ounce bottle from my dad who purchased a six pack at wal mart today did not even know they sold beer poured into my stone pint glass a golden yellow color two inch foamy white head no retention or lacing s skunky accents light bread grass grains caramel and very light hops t starts like a skunky lager middle has some grass and grains light malt in the finish with a hint of lemon and more of what it starts out tasting like gets less appealing as it warms m crisp slightly dry and skunky mouthfeel thin bodied tons and tons of carbonation taste does not last at all d drank this very easily refreshing and goes down effortlessly can taste a bit of alcohol as it warms or maybe that was just my imagination good drinkability for its style even i have had this at weddings and various dive bars in the past but just getting around to reviewing it right now would rather drink this than some of the other light macro beers out there other than that not very good,aroma,0.2,0
oz black wax bottle . poured into a snifter . pours a mildly thin for the style mocha black with a short lived creamy tan head . short retention and minimal lacing the weakest part of the beer . aroma packs an immediate bourbon punch and is balanced by rich vanilla and milk chocolate . molasses raisins brown sugar and caramel with very little roast burnt or hop aromas . non existent alcohol and the sweetness is very pleasant and smooth . flavor is similarly smooth and balanced with surprisingly more of a milk chocolate vanilla and molasses presence than in the nose . bourbon is still present particularly in the finish but never harsh . warming throughout yet the balance between the barrel and base beer is remarkable . mouthfeel is slightly thinner than hoped for medium thick with light carbonation slightly milky in character . i do n t feel like this detracts from my enjoyment of the beer but for the style would have expected something a little more robust . i ll revisit this review as i try the other versions but this new treatment is living up to my expectations from last years .,aroma,1.0,1
i could n t ignore the label although i kind of thought it was probably too cool a design to also be matched with a great beer . my first azalea coast offering . dark brown body more reminiscent of a scotch ale or a strong ale . the head is unremarkable . nose is caramel yeast oatmeal and a touch of smoke and spice . decent but not much like a chocolate stout . the texture is thick and reasonably flat like a stout but the flavors take a walk on the wild side . the caramel of the malt and minimal hopping are overwhelmed by a smoky sourness that pervades each sip deep into the aftertaste . barely drinkable i hate being right all the time .,aroma,0.8,1
good for sitting back and watching the hockey game or hanging out in the dorm . pours a typical straw color head disapears quickly . not much smell to it . an average candian lager i take this over labatt any day plus the twin labels can give you a good laugh sometimes . overall not a amazing beer but one i would buy again .,aroma,0.4,0
positives great aroma of sweet chocolate . it almost smells like a hershey bar was diluted and mixed in with the finished beer . also a decent enough flavor . chocolate is evident but not as heavy on the nose. negatives very light bodied and watery . .i realize this is a brown ale and not a porter but i expected a little more weight to it . .very very watery. overall worth trying if in the area . better than most of their beers .,aroma,0.9,1
a very clear golden yellow with a fine white head that lingers awhile . nose is mostly just yeasty . flavors are yeast and slight honey sweetness and pale malts . the alcohol is very well hidden . a balanced carbonated and thin body with a very clean finish save for slight bittering . this could be described as a very balanced beer or i would describe it as just very even . no surprises no outstanding tastes aromas or mouthfeel just very . . blah . it s a very easy drinking beer that even the most die hard non beer drinker could get behind . this is not a terrible beer by any means it just did n t have anything i would go after again and would certainly use to introduce to someone who has never had a craft beer . but hey with that high abv it will get you drunk .,aroma,0.4,0
least favorite of the patriot collection . a nice novelty brew nothing i could ever have again . ap gt medium amber slightly cloudy . thick head dissipates fast leaving a tiny bit of lacing behind . looks pretty good . . smell very herbal spicey nose . wicked sweet vanilla and molasses . definate licorice . taste . oh boy . very strong multi flavored.super spicey sassafras . . wintergreen and licorice combines for an intesnse and rather mind numbing effect . i respect the idea here but i could n t finish my oz er . got to the near end of the glass just could nt do it . feeling . light body heady and invasive on the palate . i m glad i tried this and i m equally as glad i know i ll never have it again .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark coca cola like . can still see through . finger off white head little tan . hardly any lacing . disappeared quickly . big bubbles in head . little carbonation from bottom . s sweet roasted caramel . roasted malts . very good smell . t roasted sweet caramel malts . just like smell . not much bitterness . little molasses . kind of a tinny taste almost if it was from a can . fairly good for a dark lager . m very light . a bit to fizzy almost like a soda pop . with a dark beer i m almost expecting a thicker feel . will have to try more darks though . o very easy going beer . not a lot going on . easy way for someone to venture into the dark side . almost like drinking coca cola .,aroma,0.9,1
bomber recently purchased in seattle . poured into an imperial ping wipe out ipa is a hazy dark gold with a small eggshell head very tight bubbled leaving medium lace . smell is very floral and fragrant wow fantastic . as it warms you get more classic nw hops pine and citrus . taste is also very floral fruiter hops sweet but not overly just enough bitterness to be firm with a lingering hoppy finish . mouth is nice medium body not to thick dry . drinkability is good a strong ipa for sure with the booze obvious but clean lighter then others it s size . i d love to see this in sixers .,aroma,1.0,1
this is a good hefe weizen but not as good as paulaner weihenstephaner or schneider . nose has a lot of banana but lacking in the clove phenols . i was hoping for a sweeter maltiness and wheatiness but its a little on the bland side . color is also darker than other hefeweisse .,aroma,0.9,1
if you are going to drink only one sprecher then make it a black bavarian . this beer pours picture perfect into a pokel . looking into the glass i only see myself reflected back in pure obsidian surroundings . the only fault i can find in this brew is that its aroma is very faint . one only smells the whispers of molasses . once in the mouth this schwarzbier opens up full throttle . running straight up to the roof of your mouth exploding with malts coffee and sweet spice all gently falling back on to the tongue wrapping around the sides of your mouth then drying out and disappearing leaving only a desire for another sip .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from the oz bottle into a dfh signature glass a a beautiful golden color and slightly cloudy with the bottle condition . the pour created a finger width white foamy head . the head was fairly consistent while drinking . s the smell was very subtle . there was some sweet maltiness and some mild floral characteristics noted . t some fruit flavors could be tasted some mild sweetness and a bit of floral hop flavoring . nothing dominated this beer it seemed to be balanced . the finish was dry standard for the style and finished with a pleasant alcohol warmth . m full body mouth feel kind of creamy texture . excellent carbonation for a belgian style . o a good quality beer that fits to the style . very balanced and a great sipper .,aroma,0.6,1
a probably the only thing that impressed me about this beer . pours a dark copper amber color with a pretty good head on it . head does n t stick around very long but overall pretty good lookin beer i reckon . s i m reviewing this beer from notes and memory and nothing really struck me . slight herbal maple scent nothing memorable . t i do concede that this beer has an interesting flavor but where s the pumpkin . did n t taste any a hard maple aftertaste that was n t that pleasing is all you get . m same as the smell nothing memorable typical ale . d overall i have to say i was n t impressed with this beer . i really like most fall seasonals but i think they kind of missed the mark here . too bad because i love fall flavor cinnamon nutmeg pumpkin spice ect did n t get any of it maybe a dash of nutmeg . maybe worth a try but not really that drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
capped cl bottle . pours out a honey amber brown with rich red highlights . a medium sized off white head forms that winds down slowly but leaves no lace . nose brings toffee yeast cherries dried apricots chocolate coffee ice cream and spices . very complex and wonderous . palate gives us sour cherries yeast sweetened iced tea hints of caramel and toast and some overall tartness . the mouth has some good sharp peaks midpalate and the finish is a slow deliberate fade . a very smooth and clean finish overall . however this dubbel lacks the richness and lusciousness of many other belgian and belgian styled dubbels i ve had before and i ve come to somewhat expect that from them . the problem here is that i keep thinking about other dubbels i ve had before and how much more i preferred them to this bornem . this is by no means a bad brew it actually reminded me more of a saison but i prefer the heavier styles of dubbels . this is not something i m ready to try again right away . music the durutti column the return of .,aroma,0.9,1
damn another gusher . had one other of this brewery s beer tonight and it was a gusher too . i hate being covered in beer and wiping beer off of everything . poured with a foamy head . and some lace . color is an opaque black . aroma is slightly tart malty dark ripe fruit earth leather and actually not that great . maybe i m just pissed . finsih is not like oatmeal stout in fact very little other than color is like oatmeal stout in this beer . i quit .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from oz brown bottle into a clear pint glass . no freshness date . single purchased at wine warehouse charlottesville va for . . a thick chestnut brown with orange highlights at the edge . attractive creamy french vanilla finger head with good retention and lacing mainly at the top of the glass . s very candy sweet with buttery caramel cocoa cola toasted dark grain aromas t the taste is a major disappointment but the butter in the aroma unfortunately is the foreshadowing of diacetyl bomb . ultra syrupy sweet chocolate and caramel do not play well with the tart overly sour fruit flavors . a bit of wet newspaper flavor in the end from the liberal amount of toasted dark malt salvages something but this is cloying and astringent all at once . m a feel like thinned out cough syrup is not helping and the aftertaste is like a sour cherry cordial . d skip this one and seek out new holland s mad hatter or poet if you want a better idea of what this brewery is capable of . glad i went with the single first for sure .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle bought at ultra stavanger stadionparken . abv is . . clear deep golden colour moderate head . pleasant aroma of amarillo hops with notes of mandarin tangerine . i started drinking it too cold but the flavour is fairly crisp and dry with some fruity hops first then some rubbery notes in the middle like sayravai says and a very bitter finish . this bitterness is not entirely pleasant as the beer is light bodied and lacks malts and sweetness to balance the bitterness . if i suffered from coeliac disease i would probably buy this beer again but as gluten is not a problem for me st. peters brewery has other beers that are more to my liking .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle obtained from liquor max loveland thanks to crosling for the recommendation . pours a two finger light orange tan head over a crystal clear gorgeous copper liquid . smells wonderful . rich sweet pink grapefruit pine oranges lemon zest . some fruity esters but they are buried below the intense hops . tastes dry and much more mild hop flavor than i was expecting . sharp grapefruit and flat dry hop oils . some grassy and malt sweet with a mouthfeel much less than i would expect from a dipa . fruity is buried way beneath and has no distinct character . overall very dry bitter beer which appears worse because of the rough alcohol finish . mild ethanol flavor in the finish that is drying and rubbing alcohol in the aftertaste . the flavors of this beer are disjointed . compared to the enticing smell the flavor is quite a let down . md to md light body and heavy carbonation . not very drinkable but it got me a good lit on .,aroma,0.9,1
this was on tap at the last hotel i stayed at when visiting chicago . appearance was an odd semi transparent appearance . it was only a bit cloudy and still transparent . usually it seems beer commits to either being cloudy or clear and sparkling . this one seems to straddle that line which is not extremely endearing . the beer came with an orange garnish which seemed to dissipate the head . odor was mild and slightly sweet possibly due to the orange slice . i discarded the orange garnish but the beer still tasted sweet with an artificial citrus sweetness reminsicent of blue moon belgian white ale . it seemed almost like the orange slice was meant to explain this chemical artificiality although my orange slice never got close to my beer . other than this unpleasant citrus astringency the beer was ok . i do n t plan on having this again . honker s ale and the christmas beer from goose island are much much better .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a really light yellow . wheat beer esque it has wheat in it so that makes sense . looks really light bodied with nice head and lacing . nose is metal mango splice ice creams . also some distinct herbal hops . smell varies quite a bit have this on tap recently and out of two bottles and in this bottle i get a slight bit of unpleasant fishiness . apart from that it s generally a poster child for galaxy hops . taste is lots more mangoes peaches . really watery almost no body . mouthfeel is thin actually not a massive amount of carbonation maybe medium . looks great but lacks substance . i actually think the lack of body or hop bite in the taste hinders drinkability in the long run . if this had a bit more body carb and bittering hops it could be even better . still a lifesaver at the pub except when it s hideously overpriced .,aroma,0.9,1
another growler im stoked to have brought back from the brewery cracked open on a beautiful night . poured into nugget nectar pint glass . a maize gold and transparent . extremely thin head with little to no lace left on the glass . n lemon peel citrus and some kiwi . with some sweet malt smells . hops come and go in the aroma knocked out a bit from the orange and coriander . t sweet and citrusy some banana sweetness comes in too . hops are much stronger than in the nose . the wheat is prominent without being abrasive . coriander on the tongue in the aftertaste . m a lot of carbonation and leaves a crispness on the tongue from the hop presence . spiciness from coriander . d as refreshing as they come . right on for the style with a simplistic spin that makes this all the more enjoyable .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark amber with almost no head . the no head part is strange since this is a nitro can . smells a little spicey and a little pasturized . not much of anything really . tastes pretty darn good . sweet like apples up front more sweet malts in the middle and an bittersweet english brown ale ending . quite nice . creamy mouthfeel and it goes down smooth .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a beautiful clear golden amber color with an enormous head . it almost escaped my liter sized snifter . decent retention and lacing though the head reduces in size rather quickly because of the giant bubbles . the smell is purely of hops citrus a bit of pine and fruitiness . it makes me wonder where the belgian part comes in . until i taste it . you get the characteristic flavors of a belgian ale almost that yeastiness sweetness fruitiness of a trippel . you lose the hop flavor and aroma quickly after the head has reduced and there is n t a whole lot left to smell . there is some bitterness but really neither the yeasty belgian goodness nor the hoppiness is able to conquer the taste of the alcohol . you get peachiness and burning sort of but mostly that taste that certain unbalanced beers get and i have not learned to love the taste and i doubt if i ever will . that really hurts you after you let the taste sits in your tongue for a second . then you notice that there is n t a huge amount of body to this unlike most belgians and ipas . i found myself early on wanting to get back and taste it again but as it went on i found myself satisfied but still interested . i finished it kind of slowly but i still enjoyed it enough to want more .,aroma,1.0,1
all of these beers are pouring marvelously . fluctuating inches of creamy head atop a darkly cherry body . the scent is everywhere tart spicy drafts that just beckon a cool november breeze . very tart . amazing . taste almost supports the smell but not to the degree i d hoped . still a good length away from boston lager and a much more drinkable affair in my book . if this veered away from the spicy sweetness it offers in the mouth toward the cherry vagueness of the smell i could see this being an absolutely impeccable ale . if sam adams ever does a wild we are in for one helluva treat . a nice dessert for santa .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a light amber one finger head moderate lacing and a thin cap . rather subdued smells of hops and citrus and i m getting a bigger than expected malt . this is a big and creamy ipa with moderate carbonation that keeps it lively . a nice building but somewhat one sided hops flavor and good maltyness that quickly fades back into hops bitters . great beer it s very boozy all the way through as the hops not as present as i expected . this is as good one to have on hand but not sure it would be my go to .,aroma,0.6,1
a a pale transparent amber with no head . clearly a well executed lager . it does n t have the decadence of the larger english stlyes what can i say . the clarity belies the body of the beer i ll soon taste . a i actually expected more maltiness in the nose . not that i expected an aroma that ll knock me off my seat a la your favorite ipa . i did expect a punch of bready munich malt though . t sweat malt some faint toastiness and caramel before concluding ry and clean . there s no ugly lager yeast in the finish and the malty character is chewy and complex without becoming too sweet . i like sam adams oktoberfest but i consider it too chewy and sweet . like malt syrup . this beer maintains the crispness of your standard lawnmower lager while carrying savory and warming character of your favorite winter s evening bock . m not slick not effervescent not heavy . just perfectly substantial . the finish is dry and clean . o a stellar beer . i wish the industrial lagers of the world better approached this beer . it lacks the aggressiveness english style ales have i m referring more to the recent american incarnations but it manages to be both refreshing and satisfying . exactly what i imagine a marzen to be . i m sure a lot of people can fix in their minds this as their perfect beer but for a brewer to actually pull it off is something different . bravo gentleman .,aroma,0.6,1
originally sampled on april . i am writing this review from my notes . this beer is cloudy yellow . it s aroma is a schnauzola full of banana cloves . this is a very easy to drink refreshing german wheat . this would be a good choice for summer,aroma,0.8,1
went to scotty s lakehouse and had this on tap . unfortunately they poured into a brown beer mug that did n t allow me to get a good look at the appearance of this beer . i could tell that there was n t much head to it . the smell was good picked up kind of a grapefruit aroma . i was expecting a lot more hop taste to this beer but seemed to pick up more malts in the taste . alcohol was high and was n t masked as well towards the end of the drink . overall a solid beer . i m not running back for more but enjoyed what i had .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance quite pale yellow . clear and somewhat bubbly . soapy white head that quickly dissipates . to style . smell mild corny skunky odor . ugh . taste not as bad as the smell . however the flavor is almost indiscernible . mild corny malt with a watery finish . dry if that counts for anything . mouthfeel watery . very crisp . not getting the usual high carbonation . overall i do n t want to punish this beer for being of a style i do n t much care for . i want to punish it for being quite bad . in short it stinks and fails to taste like beer .,aroma,0.2,0
i have never had a pumpkin ale before . i m not sure what a beer with so few reviews from the other coast was doing in trader joe s down the street from me for a buck but i thought i would try it . the colour is a rather disappointing dark straw and the head started fluffy and white but has vanished rapidly . it smells of spices nutmeg ginger and clove . it begins deceptively cleanly with a metallic taste before the spices take over with nutmeg to the fore . at this point i no longer feel like i am drinking a beer . the question at hand is whether i like the spice . it is interesting but would be better in the background rather than as the dominating feature . i would n t want to tackle more than oz of this .,aroma,0.8,1
serving on tap at the standard tap in philadelphia pa pours a cloudy gold color with thin white head . aroma was kind of week with only a faint hint of citrus . flavor was bland as well with a slight touch of lemon citrus . very crisp with a very slight sour finish .,aroma,0.8,1
golden yellow with medium head and fair lacing . nothing special in the smells department . kind of reminds me of smelling miller high life . refreshing taste but mild in flavor . does have a little bit of bite . the mouthfeel was somehting i did n t care for . it left my mouth feeling dry . i think a lot of people will think this beer is very drinkable because of how light the beer is but i think it is only average or fair .,aroma,0.4,0
served cold in boston lager glass from amber oz bottle . fabulous looking pour plenty of body rich color forming a dense fine off white inch high head . crystal clarity is a big plus getting tired of hazy ipas . sweet sweet tropical fruit aroma . what kind of hops smell like mangoes . it s so different and un beer like that it s hard to synchronize my brain to it . tastes great but the slight maltiness and balanced bitterness is overshadowed by the big tropical nose . drinkability is good . this is an enjoyable beer but very strange with the intense tropical fruit aroma dominating the experience .,aroma,0.6,1
draft beer in a bottle is as good as it gets with mgd . goes down smooth and tastes great . nothing fancy this is a great bbq beer . throw some burgers on the grill crack open an mgd and have a great day out in the sun . not the best beer made by miller but a great cold filtered brew .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a very cloudy brown . maybe it s just me but i think i see some muted purple tones in there as well . small head with no retention . very raisiny and sweet smelling yeasty but not all that inspiring really . but the taste where to begin . i need a taste timeline to help sort out all the flavors and their order of appearance . so let s see we start off with a quick burst of caramel and molasses gets very bubbly with a sharp sourness . alcohol presence comes through after that followed by a brief mix of malt and sourness . then the bitterness pops in and quells all that . as the hop blast subsides a smoother bitterness and charcoal taste develop towards the back of the tongue like burning embers from a fireworks blast drifting down to the ground slowly . was n t that exciting . very coating mouthfeel solid and syrupy . vapory feeling at times too letting you know this has a high abv . surprisingly big carbonation for as little head at the outset . the drinkability really depends . if i m eating i could do a pair of these after dinner but generally one per evening is the proper call . now the next time i see this i m buying several which i think speaks well of its drinkability when asking myself would you buy this again . i would and i will . cheers .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a off white head but i looked away for a minute and when i came back it was gone . body is a dark clear amber looks nice . not a whole lot of smell there s a little malt and i do n t really smell pumpkin . taste is fairly standard coors with at most a hint of pumpkin . probably the weakest pumpkin beer i ve ever had .,aroma,0.4,0
poured ruby brown and crystal clear until some chunky yeast came out of the bottle . the head stayed only a minute and then fell back . the aroma is fruit wheat malt and restrained alcohol . the main fruit aroma is raisin with caramel . the flavor is slightly sour caramel and raisins with a sour lingering dryness . there is some wheat in the flavor but you end with the dryness and alcohol . the alcoholic warming tells you that the drinkability is just not there .,aroma,0.8,1
was able to try this brew while on a trip to nc . glad that i tries a number and did not stick with this charleston brew as i found it mediocre at best . this brew pored to a dark amber color with an off white to light beige colored head . the retention was fairly good over all it was not a bad looking brew . the aroma is of hops leading to a fruit like smell and some roasted malts . normally this mix of aromas would interest me greatly but something about the aroma makes it somewhat off for me just not sure what it is . the taste is definitely highlighted by a hop like characteristic but i also sense something else as the brew finishes almost like the brew having a flat like characteristic . i am glad that i tried some other local brews while i was in nc this was brew did not live up to what i expected .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . pours a slightly hazy gold with a three finger head that slowy reduces with plenty of sticky white webbing . malty and hoppy all at once citrus and toffee combine for a sugar cane sweet aroma punctuated with mild spice . the malty sweetness evident in the lacing of the head gives this almost a hint of vanilla . despite the evident malts and hops poured into this brew the taste is more subdued than one would expect . bitter at the forefont with a weak push of apricot and grapes developing into a mildly spicy almost astringent finish . medium bodied with a bitter tongue tingling finish . wow this started off so well looking great and smelling great but simply fell apart at the taste . the flavors simply did n t meld well being simultaneously harsh and weak . not one of the better ipa s i ve had .,aroma,0.9,1
a poured a nice dark ruby amber . very little lacing on the glass . s bam chilies right outta the gate . smells a bit green but the cinnamon comes on the back making it rather pleasant . t pretty good . the chili and cinnamon really play nicely together . cloves are very evident on the palate but finishes off with a boozy banana m very effervescent . a bit bubbly but calms down after being the glass and warming a bit . the warmer it gets the boozier and more astringent but still tap dances across the tongue pressing you to drink just another sip to keep the beat going overall this needs to sit about a year to mellow a bit and come together . very good but a little astringent due to the age . would be really good with something like ribs or beef .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a pale cloudy orange with a white foam head that settled quickly . s light hints of yeast wheat . very subtle nothing spectacular . t light initial wheat flavor that follows with a sweet citrus aftertaste . m crisp and clean . d a great refreshing hefeweizen though not up to par with the german hefeweizens that i enjoy more . a great beer to drink outside in the summer .,aroma,0.6,1
bought two oz bottles from sam s quick shop in durham nc back in june . had been curious to try one and was in the mood for something barrel aged . here goes . poured from oz bottle into chimay chalice . bottled on . aroma delicious milk chocolate dark cocoa carmelized brown sugary sweetness . some fruity grape juice a faint bourbon note and faint floral hops . appearance gusher alert . after seeing the foam begin to come out of the bottle opening i instinctively moved it toward the glass and began to pour . beautiful dark tan colored head is two fingers thick . settles slowly to a thin but persistent layer of bubbles . body is black as expresso . flavor an earthy mineral note up front followed by chocolate sweetness a fruity combination of brandy bourbon and powdered cocoa . this one is definitely booze forward fairly hot with a peppery finish . my opinion was good initially but after each sip i began to taste a phenolic plastic almost burnt hair like note . it got to the point where i was n t enjoying it anymore and did n t finish the glass . mouthfeel medium full body . medium high yet creamy carbonation . as mentioned above finish was a bit hot . overall this one was a sensory roller coaster ride but unfortunately ended on a disappointing note . the aroma led me to believe that it was going to be a good great one . unfortunately there was something that just was n t right . the loud hiss and initial gush and also the phenolic note lead me to suspect that there might be an infection issue . the bottle suggests cellaring for up to years . at a pop waaaay overpriced i m going to hang onto my other one to see if she somehow improves down the road . you definitely wo n t find me buying another one though and i ca n t recommend that you make the investment either .,aroma,0.8,1
the liquid is cloudy the colour deep brown amber . the two finger high off white head leaves some lacing . the smell is dry with interesting notes of fresh herbs . phenols soap detergents and orange peels . tart notes and hints of wheat flour . roasted hints in the background . the taste is . oh this is yummy . fresh with light roasted and sour flavours . yeasty hints in the background . clean yet complex flavours in the toasted bread region . light bitter flavours in the aftertaste hints of roasted malt and grilled meat . some sweetness in the finish . the carbonation is medium strong the small bubbles are fresh . the liquid is smooth . a very intriguing hefe weissen . i like .,aroma,0.6,1
i was excited to try this beer when i found it it was being bottled or at least available for the first time in my area . i have very mixed feelings . first it poured a very clear medium amber just beautiful and it s clarity reminded me of many cask beers i have enjoyed in england . head retention was excellent and lacing was nice . aroma was a bit of a surprise i was expecting or hoping maybe for the citrusy hop character of bear republic racer or el toro s agressive interpretation . i found it very restrained and almost tea like . taste was again not what i had hoped for or expected . heavy malts and a lingering but different hop finish . not the grapefruity profile i expected but earthy and woodsy as another member said . while it was not what i expected it was good and i admit to having dismissed sierra for years as too mainstream micro . big mistake . drinkability good poured two bottles in my imperial pint glass and it went down easy .,aroma,0.6,1
i have been waiting to drink this beer in order to get a few more beers under my wing experience wise . i poured this . ounce bottle into a glass beer mug . i has a huge head a pleasing dark amber with slight lacing . i found the smell a bit lacking i was a little stuffed up but very little by way of smell especially considering this beer fantastic taste . sweet creamy hoppy with a slight bitterness to chase . the mouthfeel is amazing the carbonation really envelops the pallate . overall an amazing beer with a nice alcohol kick .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a nice inky black with a very nice looking dark brown two finger head . lacing is very sticky and sheeted s the oatmeal could be smelled right as the cap was popped . kind of a musty sour smell . very very dark roasted coffee . bit of sweetness t starts with a nice sweet oatmeal and chocolate and then mixes with a burnt biscuity malt to produce a very nice flavor . the finish is not so tasty . imagine having a mouthful of peat . or musty dirt . it s a bit grainy and the flavor is very bitter and sour . not sure why this flavor is such a turnoff for me but the sweet creamy beginning mixed with this musty peaty finish is not so pleasing m light to medium body . medium carbonation . grainy finish d not my favorite,aroma,0.8,1
bottle poured into a standard pint glass . this is my first ever experience with foreign extra . i ve heard good things . hopefully it lives up to the hype . a pours a deep dark black with an awesome thick frothy finger brown head on top . picture perfect . . s not the nose i would have expected . not muted but not overpowering . not as much roastiness in the nose as i would expected . definitely some sweet malts and maybe a tough of dry hops . . t dry . roasty . smooth and mildly sweet at first before the hops come in with some bitterness and maybe a touch of grapefruit to really balance this beer out . not overly complex but it does what it does very well . m smooth at first and finishes with a dry and hop sticky tongue coating . . d very high . this is incredibly drinkable . i d gladly have another one . and i predict right now i d be eager for a rd after that .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle poured to pint glass . a clear golden finger head s horrible metallic corn rusty t very watery fairly bland small spice m zing from high carbonation d easy to drink tastes like some off water i like this beer easy to drink fairly cheap considering its basically carbonated dirty water . buy it drink it .,aroma,0.3,0
i got a pack of this from a bud drinking friend of mine and by the fourth one i can say i like this beer . it does n t have much scent and i prefer a thicker feeling beer but it tastes good .,aroma,0.4,0
ml into a tulip . pours a murky dark chestnut . with encouragement a dense coffee colored head towers nice clumping froth . aroma is rich in complexity airy dark fruits grape spices and fractal phenols . superb fairly low in sweetness which seems most pronounced in the finish . considerable raisins . the long lasting aftertaste has a sharply defined phenolic note till tomorrow . a mild bittering but not of hops . strong vinous notes with a dab of rum . medium bodied smooth mouthfeel . tremendous complexity warms wonderfully . cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
picked up a squatty ozer for . at harvest fine wine in west hartford ct . there s numbering on the back label for indicating a best by date but nothing is notched . served cold in a chilled pint glass . a heavy pour gives a big of mocha colored head that jiggles like jello when the glass is tapped . the brew itself is highly carbonated and clear dark brown . smell is a strong dose of mixed raw grains silage molasses a bit of smoky roasted malt some earthy nut aspects especially as it warms . the mouthfeel is quite light and drinkable bordering on watery despite the huge malt nose . taste is also very thin not nearly as intense as the smell . mild caramel sweetness some mixed malt body a hint of vanilla . finishes clean with a little lingering roasted malt . yeah i got ta call it watery it s really really thin but that makes it chuggable . gone in an instant .,aroma,0.9,1
picked this one up as part of a mixed six pack only because i d never had it . worse than blue moon and really devoid of any character whatsoever . poured a decent copper color with minimal head . not much going on aroma wise aside from a little malt . on the palate light to medium bodied with a little malt and some apple skins .,aroma,0.3,0
some friends in mexico city turned me on to this beer on my last visit . its seasonal and more of a traditional mexican vienna lager like dos eques negro modelo . what struck me the most is the yeasty aroma . being a home brewer it was refreshing to get that smell from a commercial bottled beer . i found the beer quite drinkable and a nice break from the other standard beers in one gets in mexico . and no need to worry any bartender in mexico knows better than to put a damn lime in a beer .,aroma,0.9,1
a cloudy amber with a light head s nothing particularly great about the smell smells like your typical ipa t the taste was great . light fruity flavor with an intense hoppy finish . m a very thin beer but the aftertaste tickles the tongue and makes you remember it was there . d very drinkable for an ipa . the . abv will bang you up pretty good if you are not careful though . i was really impressed by this beer . it was . for a six pack and ended up being one of the best ipa s i ve ever had .,aroma,0.7,1
pack date best by november pours a dark brown color not much of a head nor any cap on top nothing for lacing either body seems thin from the pour more like a cola without the intense fizziness . the smell actually has a nice deep roasted malt aroma that dominated the nose much stronger than i would have though slightly sweet with a cocoa presence . taste is not overly milky or sweet the roasted malt is the star here not overly complex but fairly straight forward light dark chocolate bitterness in the aftertaste not overly thick and can seem thin at times . a fairly average stout not bad if looking for a budget stout except this is n t cheap enough to be considered budget in my books . cute label though .,aroma,0.8,1
horney goat . well i m horney . .so why not . . .right . so this beer has a good solid beer taste nothing fancy . .could compare it to bud miller genuine etc . it is clear golden in color thin white head minimum lacing . very drinkable and has a decent mouthfeel . session . .i think so . . . .,aroma,0.4,0
pours from a typically handsome oz bottle into my stone russian stout tulip a dark dark color it s just a tiny shade lighter than true black and allows a few shafts of plum ruby light through . nice color and pours a thin light tan head of tiny bubbles that burst and fall to a thin covering after a few moments . i d hoped for better head retention but i m somewhat biased toward any dark beer . lacing is very minimal slippery at best . smell is rich and flavorful i can smell it from where it sits on the desk tempting me for my first sip . deep lusty notes of coffee chocolate and smoky cinnamon . fantastic . that first sip is surprisingly smooth and light i m something of a porter newbie and with that dark color and chocolatey smell i expect something thick and chewy but to my surprise the carbonation almost absent in the way the beer looks and forms its head fizzes heartily to life on my tongue and swirls the crisp light liquid around . the first few seconds are almost tasteless as the carbonation comes to life but when it fades away the true smoky nature of this brew is quite evident . depending on your breathing there are extremely distinct notes of chocolate and espresso and sometimes an overpowering to me smokiness especially as it warms you can taste the oaky campfire smoke . balanced okay i m rating the taste a i am certain now that smoked porter is n t my style but if it s your style you ll like it . drinkability is okay due to the light nature of this brew . alcohol started to get boozy and intrusive as the beer warmed leaving me feeling a bit queasy on the final sips which was n t helped by the rather overpowering taste of smoke .,aroma,1.0,1
i ve been dying to try anything from this brewery so when i came up to madison i could n t pass up the opportunity and picked up a growler at riley s . pours a very dark brown nearly black with ample white head whiter than i would expect . smells sweet and of vegetables not exactly what i was hoping for . taste is good but not great . a little too sweet more like a brown ale than a porter there s a nice burnt aftertaste but it s subtle . does feel very good in the mouth full and creamy . a good porter but definitely not great .,aroma,0.6,1
let it be said to this point fruit lambics were one of the only styles of beer i had n t developed a palate for . this purchase was an educated yet pricy assumption that the worlds finest brewer of unblended lambics and gueze was the best place to reboot my journey . i decided to go with a fruit i like muscat grapes . ml corked and capped bottle poured into a la trappe glass . cork reads bottled . . essesntially a dead pour with no head to speak of even with a fairly rough pour . body is a very cloudy but bright golden color . delicate low carbonation can be seen as i swish it around the glass . fruity sourness comes through but surprisingly clean and balanced . sweetness kind of caught me off guard i suppose i should have expected it now that i think about it . grapes are very present but not grape juice possibly grape must . deeper i m getting a great sweet and floral combo that really works well . at moments it reminds me of a slightly sour sparkling wine . very nice . the tart and sweet flavors seem to bicker a bit on the entry but once my palate adjusts it regains the great balance i got from the aroma . aftertaste is almost all wild bacterial sour but without any obvious vinegar bite . balance drifts toward the sour and funky as it warms which suits me just fine but it took me so long to finish the bottle it was heading toward cheesy pungency by the last glass . overall i m extremely happy with this purchase even with the slightly high price tag . i m glad i did n t let the inferior versions of this style scare me away . i already had tons of respect for this brewer for their non fruit lambics and i m definitely going to experiment further with this brewer and this style . highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
darkest rootbeer with no light coming through and a muddy meringue on top . light tasty malts on the nose nothing else . the flavor is slightly sweet with a white sugar sweetness and a little toasted malt base . sugar turns brown as it warms . medium light body with some baby carbonation . flavor of a sessionable brown with a little bit of booze . with almost every breck beer i ve had i just wish it was stronger bigger . stronger nose more diverse flavors more forward flavors would make these beers much more memorable . this beer fits this impression as well . too bad .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance i nice redish dark amber . maybe bronze . i really like a vibrant red beer . smell it smells a little strong perhaps hops . taste it s not someone i would session drink it is not my style of beer i did however enjoy what i had . feel i took my time social drinking the bottle i had . towards the end of the bottle it started getting a little bitter but it was still crisp . drinkability i enjoyed it and i m sure others would enjoy it much more than me . it was decent and i am glad to have this one check off on my list .,aroma,0.6,1
the best part is the label already accomplished when the record was released . poured heavy and thick with a lovely light brown head . the malts come through in good viciousness but the taste is overpowered by the sweet honey which is cloying at the least . hops are unmemorable and mild another kitschy and high abv product from dogfish .,aroma,0.8,1
could n t turn down a . six pack so i gave this brew a try . the beer has a copper reddish gold color with a one finger but noticeably thick foamed head which laced all the way down the glass retaining at least half a finger at the end . the smell is pleasant overall light and grassy but not that potent . i love the taste . it began like a pale ale with an instant hop bitterness then switched to a malty sweetness that had a great caramel tinge to it but as it lingered the sweetness lightened up almost like a sweet pilsner . then the beer finished off crisply with a dryer bitter flavor . the mouth feel was light and moderately carbonated as i expected from the style . the drinkability is above average . i wish it did n t leave such a dry taste in my mouth but i could still enjoy a few of these in a row . it has a fitting title too . i think it excels at embodying early spring time rapidly changing exciting enjoyable crisp refreshing . a solid beer,aroma,0.6,1
appearance color is dark amber with a finger consistent and off white head . smell light and hoppy with a moderate aroma of malt . the malt combined with citrus undertones makes it almost fruity taste strong and hoppy in the beginning with a steady bitter aftertaste . pure citrus tastes combine with malt and an earthy piny feel to make this beer not quite as strong as other ipas . mouthfeel when poured cold this beer has a lot of carbonation which makes it tingle the tongue . that combined with the massive hops makes the initial taste very intense . as the beer warms many of the more subtle flavors become more apparent . drinkability due to the intense initial mouthfeel of this beer i could only see one person drinking or before becoming tired of it .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from the oz . bomber that i bought at wegman s in lakewood ny for a price that i can not recall which was before i visited the brewery in battle creek mi a few weeks ago . poured into my cooperstown beverage trail pint glass . no observed best by date . abv mentioned on label . part of the brew crew big beer series according to label as well . a pours an extremely dark body that glows a deep dark burgundy in front of direct light with a nice fluffy creamy medium brown head . the head leaves nice lacing as well . . s dark roast malt is subtle . repeated sniffs revealed a nice gentle sweet chocolate molasses . smell probably made more gentle by the lactose i suppose . nice smelling milk stout to me . . t a little too harsh dark roast malt . harsh in that there is a bitterness to the malt possibly due to the very dark nature of them that is really annoying and strong . in fact gone is the promise of a nice gentle chocolate molasses and maybe even the lactose mentioned on the label due to the biting harshness of the burned malt taste . . m ultra creamy head softens the feel but the harsh dark roast malt can not be helped by the head and it makes the feel too harsh and biting for me . . d not really too good due to the harshness of the dark roast malt . i enjoy a good dark roast stout but this one is just so dark that i am distracted by it . i could not drink more than a pint and poured out the remaining ounces . i do not do this very often but this was a bit of a chore to drink . . notes while the harsh bitter dark roast nearly burnt . malt reduced my enjoyment of this beer it is clearly better than several of the other arcadia ales in that it provided much interest . several of the others angler s ale comes to mind were really boring . lastly i do not know how this is not a milk stout .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a corked and caged ml bottle into a chalice glass at about degrees . a pours a crystal clear dark gold showing very vigorous carbonation . head is not particularly large but it forms an egg white like cap that clings to the glass . lacing is beautiful . one of the prettiest tripels i ve seen . s dried apple skins a little banana and some bubble gum on the nose although even as the beer warms it does not release much aroma . t on the palate one finds freshly baked bread some apple and pear and a bit of spice . a little banana but no clove . the flavor fades to a fairly sweet finish showing perhaps a hint of toffee or candi . m on the tongue i perceive less carbonation than expected in light of the rapidly flying bubbles in the glass . d perhaps a bit cloying for a tripel not as dry as one might expect . overall this is a very nice tripel with a few characteristics that strike me as minor flaws . it is a gorgeous beer in the glass . its flavor and aroma profile is on the milder side . the only issue in my view is that it is a bit too sweet for the style . definitely a good example of an abbey tripel though and well worth seeking out .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a crystal clear very light yellow color with a neon white foam that fades to a collar quickly . some lacing is evident . smell is lightly malted and a bit sweet . not unpleasant at all . not a whole lot going on but it does not smell bad . taste is very similar to a less than fully carbonated perrier sparkling water . a few hints of cardboard with a dab of sweet honeydew melon . mmmm doesnt that sound good . well its not . pretty damn watery with very little appeal . might work as a beach beer but i would drink a regular tecate before this .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a dark brown with a nice white head . could n t smell much at all . got a whiff of malts and maybe some coffee but nothing that jumps out at you . pretty bland tasting . i think the carbonation was a little overpowering . i tasted malts and roasted coffee . i guess it tasted like carbonated hazelnut coffee . it was easy drinking so i give it credit for that . overall a below average porter . i have n t had much luck with the otter creek line .,aroma,0.4,0
baltika extra lager is a decent tasting beer . it pours to a golden straw color with aromas of pale malt hay and alcohol . the body is completely clear and the head of foam on this beer is decent not incredibly long lasting but able to hold its own for several minutes before leaving behind a glass of brew that looks like a typical american macro lager . this beer is quite sweet in flavor with a taste that combines pale barley malt bread honey fruit and alcohol . there is little hop character and the beer finishes with a slight alcohol sensation that is quickly replaced by a sugary flavor . baltika extra lager is stronger than most beer and because of this i expected the flavor to be harsher . i expected it to have an alcoholic bite in the finish that would linger . instead the sugary flavors overpower the alcoholic taste . the presence of alcohol is easy to detect but it s a sweeter alcohol taste . in many ways baltika extra lager reminds me of the flavor of malt liquor with added malt sugar . baltika extra lager is a little lighter in body than i expected but its overall flavor is good enough to make it worthy of a try . it s nothing special but it does offer enough good taste to make it acceptable .,aroma,0.4,0
a golden copper color very visible carbonation quickly diminishing head and lacing s slightly off smell unsure of exactly why . not too impressed as others in pack had poor smells but also tasted fine . t sweet malty biscuity m carbonation good lingering mouthfeel for golden o a decent very drinkable golden . refreshing for the summer and a far upgrade over large macros . . for pack on sale which is ok with me .,aroma,0.4,0
this particular brew i received in a pack with the stark quote never say die emblazoned across the top of the all black carrying handle . the grainy centerpiece portrait of rasputin in grainy black and white echoes the mysticism that followed this controversial early th century russian figure . of course the russian imperial stout has no direct russian brewing roots itself except for the fact that it was heavily imported to russia from europe starting in the early s . for those that know little of rasputin check out http history s.about.com library weekly aa a.htm . now to this mighty fine brew . what struck me first is the aroma very rich with a mix of floral tones and sweet caramel . lace forms readily on the inside of the glass and a thin layer of head is always prevalent . the mouthfeel is particularly noteworthy and every swig leaves a viscous coating of robust barley goodness on the tongue . many have complained about the drinkability but i find that the abv is well disguised by the complexity of this well rounded brew . even if you do n t take to this beer as i have read up on the intriguing history behind the name of this brew and perhaps convince some die hard minions of mass marketed swill to see the merits of expecting more from a beer . indeed may this brew never die . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
it only goes downhill when the best comment you have about a beer is its artwork albeit very impressive . nevertheless oz . bottled poured into a stone brewing shaker . partially cloudy with faint carbonation and head . if there was lacing i might need corrective lenses . the only thing i detected in the nose was biscuity malt . tastes like a bad mixture of sweet berries and syrup . the hops could be lurking but are engulfed by the aforementioned ingredients . buttery with little carbonation . the aftertaste is actually better than the initial taste . this was somewhat difficult to enjoy overall so i m confident i wo n t ask lucky kat for another date . i ve consumed a lot of magic hat s line and most of it tastes alike . i do n t know if this is necessarily a good thing but hey at least they are consistent . off the mark for an ipa which despite the claim on the bottle could be why the bros. categorized it as a pale ale .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle from bevmo . a hazy golden color with a white head . s apple sweet malt and mild floral hops . hops are incredibly muted for a dipa though . this is way off style . t apple cider caramel malt mild citrus hops alcohol and velveeta cheese . hops really do n t have much presence for what claims to be an ibu big dipa . m medium bodied and rather uninteresting with average carbonation . d well not really drinkable because it s just not very good . overall this is more like a cheese cider than a dipa . cheese cider is of course not a real style and this beer is a good example of why it should n t be . overall a fail . if you re looking for a beer in the bottom of a good style then ding ding johnny we ve got a winner .,aroma,0.3,0
ml bottle from that notoriously generous mi dude . pours a hazy golden orange with only a few stray bubbles on top that recede very quickly . aroma definitely has the jp funk with some wet hay and mustiness with a decent amount of light fruits apricots and oranges . there is also a solid oaky tannin character to the nose . the taste has less fruit and more acidity some lactic and vinegar that just stings the palate . the finish is oaky with the signature jp funk . the mouthfeel is almost completely lifeless and flat seriously dry oaky and acidic . this is a good beer though it s not one of my favorites from jp and for me lacks the complexity in the taste that i expect from some of the best lambics .,aroma,0.9,1
at first sniff it was like i was about to drink a glass of bacon . not faux bacos as many low end rauschbiers often are . but honest to god bacon . once you get through the scent there is a wonderfully salty and sweet beer underneath that makes you want to keep drinking . i had this along side hot pretzles . so good .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a somewhat cloudy orange copper red with a medium foamy sticky head . the smell is sweet and very hoppy and faintly almost fruity . the beer is medium bodied with a hoppy yet well rounded taste . easily downable yet finishes sort of dry making you want more . no real outstanding flavors in this beer just a well rounded tasty and exceptional brew . i like it and i think it would go well with a good meal .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a golden burnt yellow with a huge head . it laces all over the glass . very nice presentation . aroma is forresty real word . with grassy herbal piney sprucy hop notes along with citrus notes of grapefruit and lemon rind . taste is quite bitter astringent and dry . this drinks like a double ipa without as much malts but still doulbe the hopping . mouthfeel is oily from the hops and the astringency on the tongue lasts and lasts . drinkability is so so . it s hardly a session beer but great for hop fiends .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear rose amber with quickly dissipating foam head . delicious delicate nose of pumpkin and spice . first taste on the tongue is acidic with flavors of pumpkin and pumpkin spice following . what lingers after that is some watery spice with mild hop bitterness . some medicinal aftertaste lingers . watery mouthfeel and taste . this is a strange tasting beer and takes some getting used to . i think it is unbalanced by being overpowering in the spice department . i would recommend this to wash down pumpkin pie with but not much else . i think i ll put some in the cellar and age it out and see if it improves .,aroma,0.8,1
a pitch black with very little head and litte lace but pours like motor oil s slight male licorice very strong chocolate and a cherry smell that is only released when swirling it but not very noticeable at all t heavy cocoa dark chocolate the very bitter but that hint of sweet to negate the bite . the cherry taste is very faint and depressing when looking for something to light up your taste buds m very thick with stinging carbonation good texture that leaves residue after swallowing with a slight dry feeling d very good dessert beer would compliment nicely with almost any pastry chocolate of course and i would suggest something with cherry flavor as well hoping to amplify the cherry taste of the beer . overall wonderful beer though i do not think that i could drink more than two at one sitting but definately need to try it .,aroma,0.6,1
not a bad esb . aroma is slightly hoppy and malty like a good esb should taste very smooth slightly sweet hoppy i paired this one up with a light sandwich honey smoked turkey lettuce and tomato on a crossant and it was a perfect fit . nothing outstand about this beer however if i was in the mood for an esb this wouldnt be a bad choice .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle from potsdam iga . i remember having this on tap in munich after searching for a bit and it was tremendous so let s see how the bottle is . a pours nearly black with red edges . bright . one finger fizzy light brown head . some visible carbonation . almost no lace and a film of retention . s smells of rich malts . a little bit of red port and sugar with strong dark fruits . absolutely lovely . very inviting . t dark fruits and sugar . some more rich maltiness with pumpernickle bread . less complex and rich than the aroma but still nice . m dry finish might be holding this back . tingly carbonation and full body . o d a good one but lacking . does n t live up to the aroma . still good and tasty but i would only have one .,aroma,0.9,1
i will do my best to review based purely on style and will attempt to save personal opinion for the last category . regarding this style i m sure you all understand . the head is a huge fingers and creamy with the smallest bubbles i have ever seen and that includes guiness and other nitro tap beers . honestly looks like nitro tap . crystal clear and the color of late fall corn is not the color of piss yellow . adequately carbonated . perfect for the style . smells very sweet and creamy as in a cream ale . must be a lot of adjunct in this one as it smells just a like cream ale an ale brewed with a high percentage of simple sugars to lighten the body of the beer . i imagine smelling some neutral earthy hop in there but i ca n t be sure . i could stand it being a little less sweet . tastes like a cream ale light and sweet but with a very low degree of bitterness but bitterness nonetheless . a little cardboard some minerals and a little hoppiness . very light and smooth with a bubbly though not harsh carbonation . too sweet for my taste though on tap it would be a good brew . i bought this at the whole foods for . . for the price it is a good beer and i want to try their amber ale . . as well some more flavor can only enhance the value . not the best but at the price i could drink this one instead of a northcoast scrimshaw which is a sixer most places .,aroma,0.6,1
i remember when my old man used to buy this in windsor at the beer store . i have n t seen it in years so i had to grab a er while in montreal . a pours a light golden w decent white head . retention is only fair and there is some light tracing . s faint grain light malt light noble hops . t very light and slightly sweet malt ephemeral citrus and a fair amount of noble hops in the finish . aftertaste is slightly metallic with traces of hops . m light and watery with strong carbonation . what do you expect . d it s fun to bash macros but this one s not too bad . it s slightly better than average and it s easy to understand why i use to like this one way back when . this one s better if left out of the fridge for minutes before drinking unless you are a fan of beer completely devoid of taste .,aroma,0.4,0
tried the beer before reading any reviews this is one of the only times i was ever sorry i did that poured into a standard pint glass . poured dark brown with a nice inch tan head little retention but decent lacing during the drinking period . aroma of chocolate and roasted almonds . taste it tart like a raspberry porter and not a chocolate porter . does n t have the dark chocolate bitterness its sour . i find this odd because it did n t smell funky and sour or infected . odd not what i was expecting from a chocolate porter . lingering sour flavor on the palate . mouthfeel was really thin actually . had an almost white wine vinegar effect on the palate . below average drinkability i would have to say . this is not what i expected at all . and from reading many of the reviews below i see that i am far from being alone .,aroma,0.8,1
a a medium golden copper with a faint orange amber hue . a thin lush head shows minimal retention before leaving nothing more than a collar . nothing special to note in terms of carbonation just a moderate amount of moderate paced bubbles . clean and completely translucent . s hops and some bready malts . then more hops more hops and more hops . very earthy with a bit of a euro hop presence . t a sledge hammer of hops hits the palette . not piney not citrusy but rather more of a euro earthiness . the bitterness is rather assertive and virtually non stop . some cracker undertones but not much else in terms of mal . m medium to full bodied . dense and heavy . biting carbonation . d a hop assault that is a little too much for this ba . no complexity and no depth to speak of . i could never imagine drinking more than on of these in a sitting . kudos to anyone who could put down more than one of these in a session . the abv also makes a little more punch than expected .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into my bell s tulip glass . a pours bright amber color with a one finger head . nothing really out of the ordinary for the style . s this beer has one of the most pleasant aromas that i have smelt in a long time . the grapefruit smell of the hops hits you right off the bat with small notes of pine . t the taste definitely follows the nose and opens up with a tropical fruity bouquet of hop flavor that seems to be dominated by notes of grapefruit and pineapple . that is balance with a light sweetness from the malts and honey . leaves a slightly bitter alcohol aftertaste that you would expect a dipa of this strength to leave . m thin silky mouthfeel with a mild amount of carbonation that adds a subtle sharpness . d pretty drinkable beer considering the abv . my palate says yes while my brain and body say slow down . with as much hype as it received and how difficult it was to obtain it i was fully expecting to be let down but surprise when i really enjoyed it . it s definitely a first class dipa however a bit overhyped due to the ridiculous lack of supply . that being said i will still probably get up early and wait in line next year just to get me a pack .,aroma,1.0,1
i forget who i got this as an extra from but thanks . bm and let me know . oz . brown bottle poured into a tulip . a pours completely pitch black . decent sized deep mocha head forms and holds at a thin skim . decent lacing throughout . s black strap molasses and a smoky salty meaty character. very interesting . some rich chocolate melds with the mentioned characteristics nicely and adds a deep complexity . there are some hops that have somewhat aged out but nothing huge . t m more of the black strap and smoky meats notes . i love a nice smoky meaty character in big stouts like these but i think this is just a bit overdone . more of the nice complex chocolate with a touch more of the hops . alcohol is n t really a factor . body is about full and feels a bit bigger from a lowered carbonation profile . d even with lower abv this is definitely a sipper . the big and rich smoky and smoked meat character can take a bit of effort to work through .,aroma,1.0,1
boulevard bourbon barrel quad served in new belgium globe glass a pours hazy amber brown with a two finger eggshell white head that has little retention but some sporadic lacing . nice effervesce for such a big beer . s tart cherries light bourbon caramel and alcohol . there is a relatively strong note of barn funk too . keeping my nose in the glass reveals additional aromas of vanilla coconut and mint . t tart cherries and alcohol vie for domination in this beer . light bourbon caramel barn funk and musty basement bring up rear . the other elements are more or less lost . alcohol notes gain strength on palate as beer warms up . m medium heavy body and medium carbonation . still bbq manages to be a little thin . definitely warming . o the beer smells great but pales in other categories especially taste which is a terrible place to have the weakest link . unfortunately bbq wears its abv on its sleeve and the alcohol approximates the rubbing variety .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a brugse zot glass . deep amber almost cherry colored with a finger of head . faint smelling cinnamon . not much of anything . kind of malty at first gives way to harsh bitter ipaish . fairly carbonated but has a soft texture and is medium bodied . it looked nice but not really a typical brown ale color . i was not picking up anything on the nose . the taste was not bad just not really anything . it says it can cellar for five years interesting at abv . so three more are waiting in the cellar for the next few years . hopefully it gets better .,aroma,0.4,0
good fruity aroma upon opening the bottle . a moderately think light tan head forms when started down the side of the glass and finished down the middle . the head quickly dissipates to leave a slight ring around the glass . the flavor is hoppy with a slighly sharp edge and a moderate amount of carbonation . i could imagine enjoying this beer slightly warmer that my sampling and in front of the fireplace with any type of rich irish food possibly around christmas time hence the beer christmas ale is named well .,aroma,0.8,1
medium to dark brown.almost looks like tea . seems to be a bit lighter than i expected . small almost nonexistant head with some lacing . not betting much out of the nose other than some faint caramel malts . taste is very mild some medium caramel and brown malts noted . a bit of sweetness as well.kind of reminds me of some brown suger as well . ok beer but not stellar .,aroma,0.4,0
i had this beer at capital ale house in richmond va at the saison du buff tasting i also had and reviewed the other two from stone and victory . a slightly cloudy golden yellow with a dense foamy head s holy canolli . man this was incredible . citrusy herbal if i had to put some words on it . you can definitely tell there is thyme in there . t fantastico for an herbal beer this was quite smooth and delicious . it was served with bread and rosemary thyme sage dipping oil too m the flavors felt like they were dancing around on my tongue when you let the liquid fall under the tongue it s a completely new sensation too more medicinal d i was surprised at it s drinkability i could definitely have a few of these and not get tired of it . i would definitely consider going to the store and buying this one,aroma,1.0,1
bought this in an effort to try something i have n t had from my home state . appearance nice dark coffee color with average sized light brown head . smell light chocolate smell is overshadowed by nasty green apple smell . i hear the green apple smell and taste is a problem with many great grains products . taste smooth coffee taste with chocolate taste also detected . barely noticeable green apple taste takes away some of the overall flavor . this tastes pretty good but is n t what i thought a bock would be like . drinkability if it were n t for the green apple taste smell i would probably rate this a little higher . plus the price and the fact that i have to drive half way across town to get bat s breath make it not really worth getting again . overall i can see this being a better beer with a few brewing changes .,aroma,0.4,0
a dark brown with a beautiful thick brown head . s vegtal . almost beef stew like . not appealing . t flat dull with little discernible flavors outside of a bit of coffee . m feels and tastes watery . d one is enough . my first dfh disappointment . i purchased old school today so the world will be right again with dfh .,aroma,0.3,0
oz to oz . ale glass solely for reviewing the rest consumed from the bottle pours a golden straw shade highly carbonated foamy white head fades smells gross pretty much high corn rice adjuncty smell slight raw sewage as much as i d like to joke i seriously smelt it taste is bitter offensive even almost like a double of a macro beer but double the adjuncts after multiple drinks it goes down easier based on numbing the palate high carbonation is good and brings out a crispness other than that there s not much else i can say . mouthfeel is crisp from carbonation but offensive from everything else lingering gross adjunct y flavor makes the mouth go downhill . drinkablity is low indeed .,aroma,0.2,0
consumed during lucky baldwin s ipa fest . deep burnished copper color . less than one finger of white head but lacing is excellent . smells of green earthy hops . a bit of malt sweetness almost toffee . same hop character from the nose . also features oxidized and ammonia notes . kind of like eating cardboard from a cat litter box . i did not care for this one at all .,aroma,0.8,1
a darker blonde color poured a thick long lasting white head and decent lacing . s light fruity yeast aroma but not much else to mention t sour grape apple flavor with a slight bittering from the hops . there is a great citrus and wine like aftertaste . m d the feel is really dry but sweet an light . the flavor and feel really makes this brew a great drinkable beer . enjoy .,aroma,0.7,1
this is yet another beer that has let me down after a good smell . the beer is a mostly clear with just a faint hint of cloudiness . there is lots of carbonation . the smell was a sweet bitterness . the taste is bitter but not a sweet bitterness . the mouthfeel is a good amount of lasting hoppiness . i could drink these again but there is better within the style . an average ipa .,aroma,0.9,1
this is a different one . poured out and it looked like an ipa smelled it did n t smell like an ipa . it kinda smells like raisins or some weird grape y type smell . the taste is not an ipa taste it s got some bitter sting to it and an interesting malt backbone . to me it does n t taste like an ipa and it s not that tasty of a beer . i appreciate a brewer trying to push the style in a direction different from the norm but for me this one does n t get it done . if you are into more malty less hoppy ipa styles you might enjoy giving it a whirl .,aroma,0.4,0
i just did n t care for this one at all . a pretty golden orange color in the glass but the fragrance was musty to me and actually unpleasant . i understand it may the fruit flavor comes from apricots . as expected the taste did n t improve the experience . i gave the rest of the six pack away and got similar reviews from all who tried it . i see this appearing everywhere in my area so maybe i m in the minority .,aroma,0.2,0
poured a oz bottle into a chimay chalice . poured a clear yellow with a decent billowing white head . aroma is bad eggs . definitely had some green bottle funk . not just some but a lot . really couldnt smell much else besides that . taste is interesting there is some malt but a definite mingling of other tastes that i cant put my finger on . mouthfeel is light with lots of carbonation . if it didnt have so much green bottle fun it would be a decent beer .,aroma,0.3,0
medium amber with a nice head that leaves a good amount of lace . smell is hops and a nice grainy back . flavor is nutty malt with a nice fruity hop back . caramel and grassy piney hops are excellent . mouthfeel is thin and dry . nice carbonation . ca n t think of this as a pale ale . it s really weak on the hops . although the hops add a good flavor there needs to be more .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle best by stamped on . refrigerated and poured into us pint glass beer pours a beautiful chestnut brown with a paler thick tawny head . aroma is faint or nil . sharply carbonated and very little up front hoppiness . but the depth of this beer comes out in the middle full bodied gentle oak flavors . a welcome refreshment from over oaked beers that have been popular with us craft breweries the past couple years . i would have guessed oak aged english brown as much as german dunkel though . i give it a solid b .,aroma,0.6,1
cl bottle into a tulip . this pours a pissy amber a amber so light its see through but its no amber maybe its an iced tea that was half drunk that had a pound of ice and all the ice melted . no head at all . the aroma is a pissy skunk vienna lager total garbage here . the taste is really dead thank god thought this was going to taste terrible instead it just does n t taste . skip this another carlsberg garbage are they are worse than budweiser .,aroma,0.2,0
oz bottle poured into a sprecher nonic . no date or info . thanks to sweemzander for another short s brew . a i hope it s not another infected short s . the pour which was moderate unleashed a four finger head that sprang up very quickly . dark tan and noisy it had low retention and no lace left over . noticeably clear on the pour but totally black in the glass . s the very dark roasted coffee is actually one of the last places my mind goes after a whiff of this . there are so much dark roasted malts coming out they almost steal all the thunder . bitter chocolate and cocoa too . the milk sugar is really noticeable as well . the coffee like the malts seems very heavily roasted . t i have a feeling this may be another infected brew right away . the flavor is good but there is an overlapping sharp tart sour punch . it s got a blast of dry bitterness to it too . extremely roasted in the malt and coffee categories . underlying cocoa powder and bitter chocolate too . m immediately distinctive off trait of a sharp attack to the tongue of tart sour that also does n t go well with the extreme level of carbonation this has . medium bodied and really dry and bitter . there should not be this much carbonation in a beer like this . d siiigh . the run of infected beers from short s is surely disappointing . this one is by far the least offensive but it s ridiculous none the less . i do n t think i ll be finishing this one .,aroma,0.8,1
a poured black brown with a tinge of amber . very little head on this one and no lacing . s this had me hoping . smell was very sweet and inviting . nice fruity plum prune maybe . with kind of a buttery undertone . some malt there too . t not sure if this is typical but had a very unpleasant sourness that suppressed what seemed like some potential trying to come out . i could taste some sweet fruity notes in the background but this weird sour tartness overrode everything . did i get a skunked bottle . m nothing special . low carbonation . not too thick or chewy . a little wattery it seemed . d if not for the unpleasant taste would n t be too hard to drink . not impressed by this but hope i got a bad bottle . will not be seeking it again but if i come across it i will give it another shot to see whether i got a bad one this time .,aroma,0.9,1
wow this one still seems to change from year to year and not for the better . deep copper color small compact head . light in carbonation . high point is the maltiness quite evident in the nose . uneventful not bad not good flavorwise where did the malt go . finish is adjunct like macro brew with a very short aftertaste .,aroma,0.8,1
bright copper color . aggressive pour into my snifter leaves a rocky head and sticky lace as it recedes . smell is faint . i get some hop and yeasty malt but not a really forward nose . taste is much more forward . delicious citrusy hop profile and a malty backbone . nice full sweetness across the middle and a dry bitter finish . alcohol is present but well hidden . mouthfeel is sticky and refreshing . for the price you ca n t beat this . a go to ipa .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours a murky pale brown color . the head is half an inch in height and vanishes within seconds into a mere ring of lacing around the edge of the glass . the aroma is of peat caramel nuts and chocolate . the beer smells like a candy bar smoke with peat . i really like the uniqueness of this aroma . the taste has more caramel than the aroma . there is still a lot of peat and a solid nuttiness . the mouthfeel is full bodied with a very silky texture and fine carbonation . overall this is a really really good scotch ale . i can see this becoming my go to beer for the style .,aroma,1.0,1
the bradley effect is a theory to describe the differences between voter opinion polls and actual outcomes . i understand how it relates to the season but uncertain the relevance to the beer . either way clever name and adventuresome beer . they list it as a black gruit . gruit is a herb mixture used for bittering and preserving beer before the use of hops became pervasive . as for this beverage . a a deep pure brown almost black beverage . hazy clarity . two finger head with moderate head retention . tiny bubbles can be seen cascading in the glass . fairly impressive looking beverage . s i could smell pine birch aromatic wood gin like aroma of juniper . some roasted grain and toasted nut character as well . complex and quite unique . i enjoyed it and will admit have no frame of reference for comparison . t very similar to the aroma . starts with the pine and evergreen flavors described above . the roast grains comes in and bitters the palate further . not sweet . dry alka seltzer like finish . i did not enjoy drinking it as much as i did smelling it . m thin fizzy . head retention good but the fizz of the carbonation is not appealing . d fair to average beer . this is very unique and challenging beer to both make and enjoy . i felt it needed a more malty backbone .,aroma,0.8,1
served on cask draught at the victory brewery . my first time trying a cask conditioned beer and i was excited . it arrived with a healthy white head that would never leave body was a hazy golden color . aroma was very subtle nothing sticking out really . hints of sweetness and fruits if anything . the flavor is perfectly balanced . malts hops and a mild fruitiness . feel is smooth .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured from a bottle into a chalet . poured a hazy amber with reddish highlights . head was ginormous with sticky lacing all around the glass . s sweet and sour strawberries up front followed by . strawberries . almost a smell similiar to a starwberry wine cooler . this has an attractive scent to it . t straight up sweet strawberry soda . i ca n t really taste any malts in there . it kind of tastes like a strawberry cough syrup to the end of it . m carbonated like a soda with sweet feeling left in the mouth . o i think i d rather drink a bl lime over this . this actually made my stomach turn a little . i think the smell of this beer might give me a gag reflex . not my thing but if somebody wants a strawberry beer . are there many other options .,aroma,0.7,1
i enjoyed this beer quite a lot actually . it was the first beer i bought legally on my st birthday . it pours a cloudy golden orange color and smells delicious . the nose had hints of orange peel coriander hops and light caramel . mouthfeel was a little too carbonated for my tastes . overall it tasted great . everything you could smell . some orange coriander some fruity ester flavors that are traditional in the witbier and some spicy hops all balanced nicely with the malt . drinkability was a little low though due to the over carbonation and the sweetness of the beer overall but very good . will buy again,aroma,1.0,1
i know a lot of people rave about this beer but personally i do not see what is so great about it . appearance gold with average head but the lace has a lot of staying power . smell i always find it to be a little skunk . taste i am glad it does not taste as bad as it smells . fresh crisp hops taste . bread like and not super bitter but somewhat bitter . mouthfeel super carbonated . drinkability average and a bit refreshing .,aroma,0.3,0
i bought this in the form of a forty ounce . i could n t see drinking a miller any other way . first thing is first . this is a really pretty beer . gilden yellow color that leads to a frothy head . sounds pretty good so far . i smelled it . it smelled sour . not too strong but the scent was there . i tipped back my glass and got a very weak malt taste . i m not sure but it had seemed a little watery too me . if i wanted water i would have got a glass from the sink . pretty average for the style . i m sorry miller . i know we were friends back in high school but i grew up . i have new friends now .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bottle into a tulip glass pours a beautiful orange yellow iced tea sort of color with a finger fluffy head with great retention . aroma is on point with many ipa s out there and really doesnt smell like an apa . huge hop aroma with some honey undertones and some cheerios cereal breadyness . very attractive nose . taste falls short of what i expected but still nice and balanced . has some sweet pineapple like sugary aftertaste that is appealing but throws me off from the lack of hop bitterness . mouthfeel is nice as its carbonated well and has a great lasting head . drinkability is low for me as i would really pick a snpa over this any day . worth a try but not going to seek this out anytime soon .,aroma,0.9,1
shipyard smashed blueberry tastes like a fruity chocolate stout . the smell is amazing but the aftertaste disappoints . a brown red colour and a mm that lasts very well . . s chocolate and blueberry . really delicious . t malty chocolate with some tangy fruit character from the blueberry . very strong flavour . bitter grainy finish . m fizzy . . o .,aroma,1.0,1
a clear bright gold color . poured a finger rocky stark white head with fair retention settling to a half finger . sticky patches of lacing on the glass . s hay citrus zest with light fruits on the background . crackery malts come through more as it warms . t consistent with the smell with citrus and light colored fruits . wheat malt comes through in the middle followed by a sharply bitter finish . m light body . balanced carbonation . smooth and crisp in the finish a nice ale for the summer .,aroma,0.6,1
had this yesterday . pulled it from the cooler in a bottle at around pm and took a sip whatever kind of sweet watery whatever but it down and played a pick up game of football for around fifteen minutes . when i returned to my beer it didn t even taste the same when this beer gets a chance to warm up a bit its flavor really shines through it tasted so smooth like a golden apple dunked in orange juice with toher very warming herbs a great brew to transition into autumn brews .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from the bottle into a nonic pint glass . snifter indisposed . a good large caramel foamy cap of a head off tan perhaps sits on a great orange amber body . lots of snapping noises from the bubbles but a very nice color i must say . smell seems off . something feels like rotting and sour grain . not digging this . taste is actually considerably better . soft cherries and malt backbone with a good full texture in the palate . sweet soft sugars and maple with a creamy texture . lightly carbonated but just a touch . even some mushy over ripe banana . overall this surprised me i was expecting a disaster but this turned out alright . certainly not the best i ve had though .,aroma,0.4,0
pours out of the oz bottle a dark brown with ruby red highlights and a nice light tan head on top . aromas of tart cherries right off the bat mixed with nicely roasted malts and a woody bourbon aroma as well . some caramel and maybe even a touch of coffee . i really enjoy the tart cherry integration . first sip brings a light roasted malt profile upfront . tart cherry flavors follow with woody bourbon accents . there s a nice mix of caramel and chocolate flavors hiding in there as well as a touch of coffee . the brew finishes with a lingering cherry flavor and a touch of bitterness . good stuff . mouthfeel is medium bodied and smooth . good carbonation throughout this flows across the palate nicely without becoming too heavy . a tasty brew that i m glad to have had the opportunity to sample . cheers to cental waters for another tasty bourbon brew .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pint glass from a large brown bottle with a best by date of july . very dark . it looks a bit creamy . a three finger thick tan head . it has big bursts of bubbles that make the top look like an english muffin cut in half . the aroma has dark roasted malts a hint of dark chocolate . the aroma is very weak though . incredibly creamy and chocolaty . there are flavors of roasted malt cocoa bittersweet chocolate chocolate malt and a bit of alcohol . it s balanced out by a nice hop flavor toward the end that lends to a bitter chocolate finish . this is a mighty fine stout . there is plenty of chocolate flavor and it s multidimensional . i do n t know that i could really enjoy the sweet roasted chocolate flavor all night but it s great for a pint now and then .,aroma,0.6,1
poured golden with a thin head . the smell was flowery and doughy maybe a little perfumy or plastic like . sort of like opening a new plastic container of dough . very interesting . the flavor was crisp but muted and started slightly sweet then the hops kicked in a little bitterness . not a bad balance of flavor but not much flavor either . the mouthfeel was more solid than i expected with decent carbonation . this is a very drinkable beer . it came in a sampler pack . i probably wo n t go out of my way for one but i might by a sixer sometime for a change .,aroma,0.8,1
the beer has served in a oz . hefe glass and looed nice with an inch or so of head and a creamy dark appearance . it also has a nice scotchy aroma appropriate to the style . initially the flavor is very sweet and warming which is nice but the aftertaste is reminiscent of rancid grains . assuming that they did not in fact use rotten grain i figured that it was an older batch . this assumption was supported by the fact that in a packed bar few others were drinking the scotch ale . the mouthfeel was borderline greasy which did not help the rotten taste already prevalent . the appearance was initially excellent as i stated earlier but about a third of the way through the beer the turned the lights down and turned on alot of black lights which had the strange consequence of turning the beer green making the beer nearly unfinishable . this is n t the beer s fault but it is the brewpub s fault and it hurt the beer even more . on the positive side this was a relaxing break from the rest of the strip with excellent pub grub and generous beer portions .,aroma,0.6,1
a yellow orange clear lager with thin head s yeasty and pleasant to start salty a bit off in secondary whiffs really off five minutes into the pour t lightly hopped lager slight overtones of orange i would expect more citrus in a lager like this m feels ok in the mouth not complex a tad bit watery d although i rated everything else rather poorly it does well as a regular session beer,aroma,0.4,0
a poured from a nitro tap with a huge thick white head . it pours a nice light amber dark yellow color . it has some awesome lacing due to the nitro tap . s not much going on in the nose . mostly some caramel and malt with a faint hoppiness . t very similar to the nose with some caramel and perfect balance between hops and malt . it has a nice bitterness to it . m thick and creamy which makes it delicious . d for me this is extremely drinkable . it is so creamy and delicious i could drink it all day long . its average abv . make this a great session beer . overall i enjoy drinking this beer and would recomend it to fans of english pale ales . i know some people do not like nitro taps but i for one love them . i will definitely drink this again in the future .,aroma,0.6,1
huge thanks to johngalt and bring for hooking it up i ll be set on abyss for a while a . dark black with no head pour . i mean this thing is solid in color and form . syrupy but not in an over the top fashion . bravo deschutes . . s. phenomenal tons of coffee vanilla caramel and sweet chocolate with a sense of dryness . there is a lot of complexity in the nose i like it . t. sweet bourbon oak dryness all smells mentioned above bitter coffee all the way through al little rough on the mix of flavors but still great . creamy and crunchy . i would categorize this along with bell s expedition stout as being a bad boy of the style . its not a smooth and user friendly drink . it kicks you in the mouth and really makes you dig deep into you palate to savor the greatness of this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a a little more rich in color and has a better head than big brew american lagers . s smells like a bud light . the smell is disappointing . but the flavor does make up for it to an extent . very hard to pick out anything in the smell . t in spite of the smell the taste works out to be pretty good . certainly not outstanding but i would be happy to have a few of them . far better than the american lager smell would indicate . very bitter at the end but i do n t mind bitter and actually liked that aspect of the flavor . m has a pleasant mouthfeel goes down easy . d the best part of this beer is its refreshingness . that quality is what makes it something i would buy occasionally . good if kept chilled but not ice cold and would be nice for a warm day outdoors . goes well with nachos and baseball .,aroma,0.4,0
dark amber coloration . has a miss leading bad aroma taste has an exceptional craft brewed esque taste that leads into a lingering aftertaste . mouthfeel is okay . all this adds to a very drinkable decent beer . have always been a fan of the dogfish lineup and this one is no exception . got to have a bit of a drinking tour of the dogfish beers as i chatted with a rep few breweries have a lineup that does n t include at least one lemon . but with dogfish to me at least all of their beers are solid drinkable beers .,aroma,0.4,0
ahh what a couple months . from the start of my craft brew career to my current status this beer has haunted me . i started with it and now i hit it up again after educating myself for quite some time . poured into my brandy snifter once more a fresh batch versus a few months old . vision pitch black void body with dual toned froth . not much carbonation and head as i would have liked but a bit did develop . most of the cream and mocha bubbles have floated away but a nice noodle thin bracelet hugs the edge of my glass . decent lacing can be noted with a few patches of bubbles holding on to dear life around the edges . with a bit more carbonation this would be good to look at . bouquet intensely smoky . i feel like a cigarette was blown into my face unfortunately . it is n t campfire or burnt grain . it is nicotinic in nature for my nostrils . overwhelming to the point that i almost missed the chocolate . the coffee is melded into the initial aromas . it takes quite a bit of effort to weasel out what is the cigarette and what is the coffee . flavor profile just like the nose the flavor opens up intensely smoky . it is n t as carcinogenic in taste but still reminds me of a cigarette . the coffee is extremely faint . it comes through in the common bitterness of black coffee but the other flavors i normally find in coffee stouts are missing . i would say it is more a chocolate and smoke beer than anything else . the finish is quite lovely though reminiscent of quality dark chocolate melted in my mouth five minutes ago . oral sensations this is probably where this beer shines the most . it floats into my mouth like a tongue snuggy . its full bodied presence leaves interesting resides on my palate lips and teeth . they are the evolved molecules of the liquid . positively enjoyable and with little drawbacks . when sipping this beer i find it to be one of the smoothest stouts i have had to date . it has minimal tingling due to carbonation and flows with the greatest of ease around my mouth and esophagus . conclusions an interesting beer . it is almost exactly like i remembered from months ago . the flavors are quite underwhelming although unique . the aromas are nauseating in a health perspective sense and yet . i still find myself feeling like i may drink another in the future . a side note really quick the . alcohol seems to be a lie . i feel this alcohol in both mind and body faster than beers labeled at a higher alcohol than this . it is definitely a strong buzz forming from a single bottle of this brew . it is not a beer i would want anytime soon again but i feel that is a lie . maybe it really does have nicotine in this bad boy . my brain tells me i should n t want another but my body craves it . i know it is not good but i find i ca n t say no to another sip .,aroma,0.4,0
tap at blind tiger . pour is deep dark black with a brownish head . aroma is very heavy with coffee and more coffee dark chocolate roasted malts . the cold infusion of the beans really makes for a very aromatic coffee smell a lot different then the other coffee flavored stouts on the market . i actually have the coffee they used for this beer in my kitchen . the taste is also very heavy with coffee . tastes like a fresh brewed cup with notes of the chocolate dark fruits and roasted malt . very smooth and creamy mouth feel very drinkable . another nice brewmasters reserve from brooklyn .,aroma,1.0,1
lindeman s framboise poors from the bottle dark purple with a very thick long lasting head . with the smell of opening a brand new gar of rasberry jam . it has a powerful rasberry flavor that overpowers pretty much all the malt flavor . it is very carbonated has a simalar mouthfeel to champane . it would be great with a large hearty dinner . goes down smooth with very little aftertaste .,aroma,1.0,1
poured oz bottle into sierra nevada etched oz hop tulip glass . a poured a light smokey amber or very light brown color that lets light reflect through it . poured a finger head that lingers to a great in coating that stays on top the whole way down . s at first you can smell the malt then the pumpkin spices come though as it warms . not over the top scent on this pumpkin ale . very bisquity with cinnamon nutmeg and slight clove . t this is where the brew really blows you away . dfh signature bitter up front that comes and goes while you taste the pumpkin spices but that bitterness hits the tongue and lingers until the next sip . all the pumpkin ale flavors are there but i do n t see where this is a brown . m smooth and bitter that leaves a coating across the palate where the taste just lingers on forever . very nice . d very drinkable for a pumpkin brown ale that is well balanced and not over the top with spices .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer came in a oz bottle . poured a very interesting amber color with a decent head that did n t stick around too long . the aroma was very sweet and promising with caramel malts being the forerunner . the flavor was not as i expected from the smell . the caramel malt is the strongest part of the flavor but there is a certain bitterness that i did not like with this one . the bitter bite makes me give it low marks for drinkability and mouthfeel .,aroma,0.8,1
pours an opaque dark brown color with amber edges and a thin fizzy beige head that immediately settles into a thin ring . minimal spots of lace left behind . harsh abrasive aroma with lots of solvent industrial chemicals and medicine . really awful smelling with some dark fruit and malts underneath . there s also a chocolate peppermint presence which is really strange . pretty awful hopefully it tastes better than it smells . medium bodied with soft carbonation and an odd balance of peppery spice syrupy medicine dark fruit booze and sweet malt . very medicinal with peppermint pepper and an odd metallic presence . the mouthfeel is pretty offensive with an odd assortment of off putting flavors . the malts are very faint and the only positive element is the faint fruit character . it was hard to drink more than a few ounces . another disappointment from this brewery and at the high price point i ca n t see buying anything else from them .,aroma,0.2,0
first off it s important to clarify that this is an ale that needs to be served at a relatively warm temperature versus straight out of the fridge . much like the apt it is important to really let this beer warm in order to experience its breadth . i d recommend enjoying this beer close to room temperature or more specifically anywhere between c . try it out and let me know what you think . on to the review . appearance a dark deep brown . hardly any light is able to penetrate this beer . amazing head on this . astonishingly creamy almost like whipped meringue in texture . smell rather sour to the nose . mostly yeast coming through with little sweetness . bread like . this beer really retains its head so perhaps it is not letting much of the aroma through . taste wow . very complex . there are so many flavors to pinpoint here . ripen fig raisin even liquorice come to mind immediately . the sugars seem much more naturally sweet due to the wildflower honey . this beer is rich with many ingredients . toffee bread caramel cherries too . a mild dash of chocolate is noticeable but subtle . delicious . the more i drink this the more obvious the alcohol becomes . definitely not hidden quite as much as i would like to be honest . for only abv i would expect a little less to show through . mouthfeel great overall feel on the palate . perhaps too much alcohol again but it still invokes a great feel . very thick and creamy chewy . quite impressive . overall the wildflower honey and subtle light fruits such as honey dew lemon orange peel and cherry really make this beer unique . based off of belgian classics it manages to borrow from trappist recipes yet somehow induces its own beast . by taking said innovative ingredients and adding subtle elements brooklyn brewing may have even accidentally created a monumental belgian quad . even though it is not a quad again it really shares many similarities to one . one of my new faves .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance very dark brownish red . almost looks chocolate like . some carbonation . thick cloudy beer around the middle thinner at the edges . the color is a plus as it s mysteriously appealing . small beige head but it has great retention . smell malty malty malty . bready as well . it s a delicious smelling beer . no matter what you think of the taste this beer smells even better . the caramel malts are as inviting as any i ve ever whiffed . taste tastes great . the malts immediately take over as it hits your tongue but they slowly give way to oaky hops . the hops do n t overwhelm and considering the name they play a surprise supporting role in the taste of the beer . there s a slight zip of carbonation at the end that adds another layer to the taste . mouthfeel predictably thick creamy almost chewy in a good way . thick like molasses it stays cohesive in your mouth . the thickness is welcome and does n t distract from the taste . overall a brilliant beer . it s beautiful from pour until the last drop hits your tongue . it s a pleasure with every sip as it has a near perfect blend of texture and taste . and to top it off it s one of the most aromatically gorgeous beers i ve ever encountered . stunning and worth every penny for a pack .,aroma,1.0,1
the best of the three i tried at the rock bottom in the msp airport . this was clear and coppery with a white foam . the hop aroma was very good while the malts were only so so . like the others that i tried there was a chalkiness to the mouthfeel that was annoying only less so in this one .,aroma,0.9,1
a black beer with a fine tan head that left some spots on the side . looks like a good porter . s smell is awesome on this one . nice bitter roast and deep chocolate surrounded by some bacon like smoke . this smells very rich and deep but not overly sweet . also smells considerably bigger than . . t unfortunately the taste does n t just quite live up to the smell . tastes a little woody green with the nice smokey flavors absent from the taste . it s pretty sweet definately a chocolately type stout although i would n t call it a desert beer by any means . pretty good just kind of a let down from the amazing smell . m too thin for me . lighter than it looks this needed some more heft on it . appropriate carbonation . d this is a good porter that i would n t mind drinking again although it is not something i would necessarly seek out .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle . poured like no other ipa i ve seen dark dark brown almost black with a small sized off white head . earthy and dirty aroma with roasted nuts . almost reminded me of freshly dug up earthworms . tastes of caramel chocolate and maple with a medium sweetness to it . notes from,aroma,0.4,0
this beer was yellow in color about like a darker chardonnay . it was very clear with virtually no head or residual foam . light to almost no smell about like the glue of a licked postage stamp . taste revealed a hint of citrus and was somewhat refreshing however it was as if drinking a light beer with a little more bite . like all beers it was drinkable and went well with a snickers bar i pulled out of my fridge .,aroma,0.3,0
murky opaque reddish copper color with a large thick frothy tan head . dry musty earthy aroma lightly fruity yeasty a little spicy . kind of cautious . an intriguing entanglement of organic flavors casually coats the mouth . dry fruits and spices sweet malts and yeast . more mustiness in the taste but its a bit more restrained . some lingering phenols and even a little smoke . medium mouthfeel with solid carbonation and no hint of alcohol . this is a very interesting belgian ale . a little confusing overall but maybe its supposed to be . crazy gnomes .,aroma,0.6,1
from notes veteran s day . sam smith winter welcome . oz . ml abv . appearance vigorous pour yields finger white head . the beer is amber in color on the clearer side . smell not noticeable . when smell is present it is pleasant . taste good taste . good flavor up front finishes with a nice clean taste . tastes like an english ipa with a big malt presence . nothing is out of balance . mouth feel normal feels good . a little on the thin side but that helps the drinkability . drinkabaility high . abv . not noticable . a genuine quaffer . great beer . would drink this year round if they brewed it .,aroma,0.6,1
i liked it would not buy it app hazey copper brown . cloudy and yeast filled . smell sour . nice . malty small hops in the nose . taste nice balance with the funk to beer ratio . jolly pumpkin learn somthin . nice malt and hops refreshing . mf fine normal . drinkable . indeed . but not chuggable .,aroma,0.8,1
i had to try this one just because i love ginger ale . appearance more or less has the characeristics of gingerale . produces a tall head that s not frothy and dissipates very quickly and almost vanishes right down to the beer line . smell ahhh . i love ginger . probably a bias but hey it s a good point . taste pretty good when you take the first sip and then a couple gulps . after a while though it gets a little bitey . mouthfeel a little dissapointing how the ginger overpowers the feel of beer with this one . after one can you do n t feel much like having another especially if it was a ml can . drinkability it gets worse and worse the more you put this one down . the ginger just starts to nag at you and make you want to say why do i keep drinking this . . . it s interesting at first but not one you want to finish .,aroma,0.8,1
this is a beer that does not warm up well . it was far better cold usually not a good sign . poured out rich deep brown with a generous light brown head that faded quickly . the aroma was one of the better i ve had with rich chocolate dominating . the taste left something to desire . mostly coffee and stale bitter coffee at that . very little of the aroma translated into taste but some of the alcohol did and not to the beer s benefit . chocorogue looked oily but ended up watery on the tongue . like a lot of stouts not high drinkability but not due to a heavy alcohol reasons . i just had mikkeller beer geek brunch weasel last night and may be over critical of rogue s as a result of the comparison .,aroma,1.0,1
sierra nevada never fails to dissapoint . the edition of summerfest is excellent . the beer pours a dark yellow with a white head that is very impressive lacing is also great . the smell is rather clean with grain upfront other than traces of floral it is very clean to the nose . the taste is excellent light bodied refreshing and crisp . floral hops are the first thing you notice in the taste some sweetness from the malts slight melon tastes as well . a perfect summer beer . i highly recommend for camping trips get togethers bbq s etc .,aroma,0.6,1
a tawny in color with a frothy cream colored head and plenty of lacing . s aroma is somewhat muted with notes of raisins cinnamon and nutmeg . t semi sweet with notes of bread dried fruit and wintertime spices . quite enjoyable . m full body with heavy carbonation and a slight oiliness . d a great quad with plenty of complexity . thanks zach .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark orange color with little head and retention . however the orange is pumpkin orange and the color is awesome . the nose is like pumpkin pie . i smell allspice nutmeg cinnamon pumkin and vanilla extract . i like the intensity of the smell but i d like less vanilla extract . i can appreciate the pumkin spice in the beer . but there are two major problems too much spice mainly vanilla extract and i find too much hop balance as i m getting a somewhat lingering citrusy bitterness . the hop complaint is n t a super huge complaint but still valid . i aslo feel that the pumpkin flavoring of the beer just is n t very good . this beer has a somewhat sticky mouthfeel . i d like a bigger malt body to go with the pumpkin spice . somehow this beer just does n t do it for me . there is too much vanilla extract and the spices do n t mend well for me . i really was looking forward to this beer and i thank seanpacheffddefa sp . for the sample .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bomber poured into a large tulip glass . not quite pitch black . slight brown highlights and a tad bit see through . great finger creamy light brown color . lace not hanging out for long . smell is nice . . chocolate of course . . a little coffee . sweet dark malts taste in not the surprise the smell was . chocolate is n t as prevalent coffee is kind of burnt tasting . got a smidge of smoke . sugary but not the deep rich molasses sweetness i would like this to have . carbonation is okay but the body on this one is a little thin . watery at the end . with the low abv i could probably drink quite a few of these bombers toinight but there is too much goodness on the shelves at the bottle shop to do that . overall not a bad stout . the price is great and you could probably afford to drink this stuff all night long but i would suggest you try this one and spend the rest of your money on a better stout .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours nice red in color with a pinkish head some slight lacing . s kind of has a wine smell to it a little cherry smells kind of sour . t the taste is really lacking . really is n t one ca n t pick up on to much kind of watered down it taste like colored water with a little bit of not really any cherry flavor really weak . m nice carbonation light in body . d drinkability would be low for me at . a bottle this beer is basically useless .,aroma,0.7,1
now this is one sickly brew although it pours a decent colour with head . however the taste was getting so appaling after a while that i could not even finish a half pint . the smell is kind of telling it has slightly sickly hop notes and off malted with some sour grapes and apple . the mouthfeel again is kind of good but hard to segregate from the taste . i hope this was a bad sample,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle batch . bottled on march . pours a reddish caramel color . it has almost no head even after a vigorous pour . the aroma is caramel malts melony fruits and some sugary cola and spicy wood . the flavor is a kind of strange and off for an ipa . it has good bitterness but it tastes like sweet fruity cola and band aids . the mouthfeel is medium to full with very little carbonation . overall it s kind of strange for an ipa . i wonder if this batch might have been a bit off .,aroma,0.7,1
nice and dark but no toffe or anything you d expect from a dark beer which is cool . it has nice head retention . the smell is faaantastic . it has a spice to it like a spiced malt ball . taste . . i was less than satisfied . the aftertaste is a bit bleh . the mouthfeel is almost not there . you could describe it as a raquette ball or the juice that is squeezed out when you bite into a peach . overall .,aroma,1.0,1
my sincere thanks to patrick and the big man for the sample . oz capped bottle . abv listed as . a pours out a pale rimmed rich centred gold with bubbles a plenty and no head to speak of . very light mist across the top but there s nothing else . n those oh so nice thick and full weiss aromas are in full effect here . bunches of sweet wheat honey spice and malt . lovely . t tangy . sweet and spicy clove coriander up in front while revealing its tartness as the spices fade only to reappear in almost ghosted after image form as the tartness fades . the malt makes itself known but does not interfere nor overwhelm . slight butterscotch towards the very end fade . richness is lacking throughout . m not as thick or chewy as i expected . a bit thin in comparison to say julius echter or ayinger . crisp clean . sturdy carbonation that does n t interfere but does fade off a bit into the background . smooth slightly grainy medium body with a long and continued finish that remains a bit tangible . almost there but not quite all the way . notes not the best beer i ve had from brooklyn though this is certainly one of the better and more authentic american weissbiers i have tried . however with the prices of the actual german product being equal to or less even than their counterparts one often does wonder why you would buy anything but german in this case . all the same a decent effort .,aroma,0.8,1
came out in a pils glass . . a clear dark orange tinted red . zero head . smell like an unhopped amber with a little pie spice . taste just a little toasted caramel not really any pumpkin but a ton of pie spices . mouthfeel lighter bodied slightly gritty dryness midsip when the spices hit . not impressed .,aroma,0.4,0
its hard to comment on the taste of carlton cold because its quite hard to actually find it . on its incredibly smart looking clear bottle it even claims to be a bitter . best compared to the very similar budweiser and millers from the us . extremely easy to drink but at the end of the day it tastes more like a soda pop than a beer .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle poured into a giant mug pours slightly cloudy orange golden medium head that fades fast and leaves a lot of lacing . smell is impressive . it practically filled the room as soon as i popped the crack . super floral hoppy it just smells beautiful . taste is more muted and one sided but still tasty . bitter hops floral hops nice malty sweetness . very nice beer . mouthfeel is smooth and light a little sticky . overall quite good beer .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance poured a clear orange yellow color with a medium head . smell oranges and grain . taste a well balanced combination of sweet honey and orange with malt and medium hops bitterness . drinkability this was quite nice . i knew i was drinking beer and not a fruit wine cooler . flavors worked nicely and the honey taste really came through . definately worth trying .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a translucent light yellow with a solid head that sinks to a clinging lace . smells of faint hop aromas and not much else . taste is great . clean crisp and refreshing . everything that a caribbean beer should be . very faint malt flavors to start they fade fast as a citrusy hop flavor comes in . nice light hop bite at the end leaving the mouth craving the next sip . it is very crisp and clean on the palate and highly carbonated . an exceptionally drinkable beer . this is probably the best lager i have ever had although this may be influenced by the hot island weather and my incredible thirst . perfectly matched to the island weather . a great beer for a nice hot day . i wish i could find it stateside .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to johngalt for this extra . pours a red deep purple . smmmooookkkeee on the waaataahhh . sorry . one finger white head that dissipates pretty quickly leaving some lace . the nose is subtle but has a little bit of winter spice . taste is reealllyy creamy . this is immediately one of the better winter ales i have tried . a great malt character here but not as harsh as something like jubelale or hibernation . very crisp on the finish with good hop flavor yet almost no bitterness . this is a fantastic beer i dont know what it is about it but its great . ahhhh now i know . it is the mouthfeel . nice and viscous without being too soupy . this enhances the creamy taste and makes it really feel like a true winter ale . drinkability is great the abv although not terribly strong is well hidden without taking away that great winter warming effect . i am very suprised by this beer maybe i am alone in this but this is one of my favorite winter ales for sure . props to toby .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark yellow with little head from bomber . smell is very nice . hints of citrus and banana . taste got better as the drink went on . i found the first couple sips to be overpowered with alcohol but later sips were noticeably sweeter and much more pleasant . give this beer some time . mouthfeel is good . smooth almost creamy . banana dominates . very drinkable but you need to give it time . gets better as you drink though that could be due to the . abv . .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at the brewery tasting room served in a taster glass . a dark brown with a bit of foamy tan colored head . head retention was good . s smells actually quite nice a toasty bready malt chocolate and some curry power . it works for the nose not for the taste . t awful . fuck . i hate this so much . take a normal medium body stout taste but then add some spicyness from peppers and curry powder . it sounded good but tastes like a muddled mess and burns your tongue . the curry and pepper taste is so overpowering that it just ruins any other nice flavors that are going on in the background . m mouthfeel is medium body and medium carbonation . slightly slick but mostly just burning and unpleasant flavor . o i do n t like this at all . it does have some redeeming factors but i could n t drink oz of this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
i drank this beer off the tap at turner field . tomahawk appeared a dark brown amber similar to root beer . there was an off white head that dissipated quickly . there was a faint smell of caramel . the taste was similar to the smell but much stronger . it had a caramel toffee taste . its body was heavier than i expected . it was an amber beer that had a slightly heavier than a medium body . the aftertaste was not pleasant and left me really thirsty . tomahawk amber ale was very easy and pleasant to drink but the aftertaste is a bit bothersome . it is definately worth a try for its novelty . its pretty neat to drink any beer that is apparently only available in one place in the world .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage i believe pours a velvety chocolate brown with deep mahogany hues . no head or lacing as expected but a liqueur desert wine trail when swirled . big chocolate liqueur aroma with some maple and fruit . loads of alcohol and very port like . very nice . i was frightened from all the soy sauce talk but the aroma really sucked me in and eased my fear . in my experience the best part . . . because the flavor was just awful . powerful and strange with a lot of caramel some chocolate a ton of booze and the horror of soy sauce . flavor is sweet maple soy sauce plain and simple . i was in the kitchen when i took a sip and had to run for the sink . just some kind of innate reaction a soon as this hit my tongue i needed to spit it out . but i am glad i had a chance to try it .,aroma,0.9,1
just got this in the small bottles . nice looking wizard drawing on bottle . pours beautiful head and nice dark color . continues to fizz for sometime . malt and fruit in the nose also bread or yeast might be some banana . good carbonated bite . a hair sweet . fruit and malt maybe banana . the flavor is complex . the alcohol is pretty up front . somewhat numbing to the tongue . the finish is more roasted malt almost burnt tasting . update the last bottle i tasted was earthy and dark cherry or currant prominent in the taste . am i getting better at identifying or is this batch different . i will definitely drink this one again .,aroma,1.0,1
a golden colored with a thick finger head . extremely heavy lacing . s smelled like a typical ipa but gave off a very sweet malt aroma m sharp bite almost could say it was overcarbonated t lots of hops and a very strong oat flavor all in all did not taste fresh even though the bottle was well within it s freshness date . d this was actually really hard for me to get down once i got to the bottom and i really could not drink more than one even if i was offered it .,aroma,0.8,1
listed as . abv on the label and on the kiuchi website not the . stated above . . oz . bottle . brewed with red rice . appearance pours a cloudy peach color with about finger head initially dies down to just a ring very quickly . just a little bit of lacing . smell this definitely is n t up my alley at all smell wise . i knew that as soon as i popped the top off . by the way i love the little round owl on the label and the cap . back to the review . i actually had to read some other reviews to confirm that the smells here were not an indication that this had gone bad . at i figured it should be pretty good to hold up . smells are sake strawberries salmon . . . . and rotten rice . it made me nervous to even try drinking it . not a good combination for the nose . taste disappointingly the taste is much like the smell . it does get better as you get used to it though . still salmon sake earthy notes and rotten rice is just not a very appealing combination . some phenols and strawberry flavors are in there too . mouthfeel this is about the only thing that impresses . the mouthfeel is just like it should be . good carbonation and a bit of drying yeast effect at the end . drinkability after warming to near room temperature i could almost manage to suck the remainder of this down . this beer reminds me of a liquid sushi . too bad i do n t like sushi . i m sure that some people will like it but it s just not for me . this would probably pair really well with lots of japanese foods including sasimi . that is if you like sasimi . all in all an extremely interesting beer but one that i obviously wo n t be buying again .,aroma,0.2,0
vintage . bought from crackedkettle . look pours an amber brown color with a almost no head leaving a messy lacing . smell brown sugar caramel toffee dark fruits orange zest some bourbon and alcohol . this smells promising . taste toffee brown sugar caramel dark fruits and sharp alcohol . some bitter hoppy aftertaste with some hints of anise . this beer is nice but a bit too unbalanced it burns . mouthfeel low carbonation medium thick body overall nice beer bit to sharp and unbalanced though .,aroma,0.9,1
finally had the chance to try this with a non ba friend of mine . pours a cloudy dark brown . would have been clear but i got over zealous with the pour and let some yeasties in . thin whitish head does n t stick around very long . aroma starts off with some vanilla and slight chocolate but really comes to live as the brew warms . banana s plums lots of malty goodness . taste is caramel dried fruit some alcohol as she warms . medium mouthfeel with a bit of stickeyness . nice carbonation . definately worthy of the hype .,aroma,1.0,1
finally got a sixer of this when i visited the brewery last month . nice amber color with a decent white head . leaves pretty good swaths of droopy lacing . nice clarity . smells weak on the hops with the muddled leafy property that many lagers have . it s not skunked but the hops are such that it smells similar . the taste is rather interesting for a pale . very malty biscuity but with a nice moderate hop backbone . however there are much bolder and more satisfying pale ales out there . lots of caramel sweetness . a little heavy with strong carbonation . overall not bad but probably the dfh offering i am least likely to ever purchase again .,aroma,0.4,0
pours hazy pale yellow with decidedly more of an orange hue at the top than the bottom . the head is a massive rocky mass and hangs around forever . aroma is bready and yeasty with a ton of complex spices . certainly nutmeg and corriander . notes of lemon grass orange peel and banana . taste is milder than the nose led me to expect . grainy and bready light fruit and a touch of yeast funk . spices are quite mild with a rather peppery aspect . finish has a touch pf lemony zing and leaves a residue of banana and spice . mouthfeel is light bodied . i would prefer a richer feel . overall i expected more depth and complexity of flavor . the nose was very rich and interesting but the taste fell short . still this is a worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
hey it is what it is . minus the apearance and the non existant smell it has its charm . if it is a serious drinking night and i want to save money at the bar i ll drink about quality beers and finish the night off with buds much cheaper . once you have a good buzz buds can seem very tasty . do n t get me wrong coors light will taste like shit even when drunk but budweiser will hit the spot after a few deep . ps . this is my money saving bar beer when they do n t have pbr . so get off your high horse and enjoy .,aroma,0.4,0
point and leinie s leinenkugels were the two cheapest beers on the planet . when money was tight we bought these instead of miller high life . we could get a case of returnable bottles for less than a six of miller high life late s early to late s . now they are both more expensive than mhl . mhl is the top american slamming beer . leinie s and point were definately the number two and three slammers on a budget . the taste for both is the next best acceptable beer taste . the smell well what do you want for an el cheapo beer . well not any more . appearance drinkability and mouthfeel are all good . slam some . happy reviewing machiavelli borjas,aroma,0.4,0
poured it with single finger head that did not remain past the first few sips . the head was off white and thin . it s a dark brown with shades of red that come out when held up to the light . just from the smell i get smoke coffee and caramel . the latter not just hints but a decent sweetness that s apparent . the taste does not quite hold up to the complexity of the smell . it s watered down not stern and not defined . i taste a smoked pecan that s not at all living up to it s potential . seems like a lot of empty space in this brew . it s thick for a brown between brown and a porter . carbonation s not very apparent and i d like more obvious flavor stuck in with so little fizz that is n t hiding much . because of the little carbonation it is drinkable goes down easy . there are some bumps which are appreciated but still disappointed . perhaps it was a bad batch .,aroma,0.8,1
pours basically clear color hardly a hint of yellow . smells like tin foil . tastes like seltzer water . head is nonexistant as soon as the pour is finished . okay so maybe there is the slightest hint of malt in the taste . i ca n t guarantee that though .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a noisy effervescent caramel brown with finger of tan head . some lacing head retention s apple peels raisins slight metallic scent t figgyness raisins slight leafy hops along with some caramel burnt candi sugar up front . apple peels . persimmons a touch of dryness from candi sugar as this warms along with a little fusel alcohol plus a touch of green banana cherry . finishes with green banana fusel booze figs a touch of vanilla mf slick with low carbonation pretty warming as time goes by . drinks too easy if i had to guess i d peg this at about abv . these bigger belgian franco styles released as of late from krebs are easily the breweries strength should more get more marketing emphasis . this could be refined a bit but a good effort from oklahoma s original craft brewery . recommended,aroma,0.9,1
very dark brown a deep and slight reddish mahogany translucence almost completely opaque very small head no bubbling malt sweet and fruity cool and crisp chocolate raisin almost no bitterness roasted burnt chocolate malt fruity like raisin or prune no bitterness mildly carbonated in the mouth fairly smooth looks cool all dark and brown reddish although there is little head or bubble activity . the smell is amazing dense spectrum of aromas floating out of my glass . the taste however doesnt hold up to the smell . there are some nice flavors but they are fairly subtle . thus bootlegger is mild and smooth . im interested to taste what else these guys from austin cook up .,aroma,0.9,1
i purchased a growler of rogue dead guy ale in early december . while i had every intention of consuming this by mid december i was n t able to do so until this past weekend . with that in mind please not that the scores of this review are likely lower than what they would have been had i consumed this right away . a poured a cloudy amber with minor head development and light carbonation . s aroma was malty with hints of caramel . t taste was sour but somewhat muted . there was some evidence of hop bitterness but not as much as i expected . while the beer did n t taste bad it was n t overly good either . i m assuming that this resulted from packaging as a growler combined with waiting too long to drink it . m although i heard the hiss of carbonation being released when i opened the growler the beer felt very flat and old . d surprisingly i found that this beer was fairly drinkable even though it was no longer fresh . i m definitely planning on trying this again although i ll be purchasing bottles for my next review . i m hoping that this rating is simply a reflection of the serving type and not of the beer itself .,aroma,0.7,1
i just bought a pack of this for at the distributer just down the road and i have to say i am happy with it . the price is a little high but after living in maine where beer is cheaper i will get over it . the appearance is normal for a traditional lager . the smell is the only weakness for this beer i suppose it is due to the can . the taste is surprisingly good . i always used to think yuengling was strong but this was pleasant with out a ton of carbonation . i recommend trying this to others however i am still trying to find my beer and so far nothing has beaten molson canadian so i will keep searching .,aroma,0.6,1
ml bottle acquired in a beer specialty laden shop in berlin germany and served on the same day june rd into a generic snifter . reviewed live . me berliner friend said the name translates to strawberry porter but commented on the rarity of strawberry beer in germany . they do n t like fruit beers here yet they re perfectly willing to use candy sugar additives see berliner weisse variants to understand what i m talking about it . porters or in this case schwarzbiers are allegedly considered girly beers in germany . i d like to introduce them to some of mikkeller s higher abv beers and see what they say then . a . finger head of lovely cream tan colour nice thickness and good retention especially in a snifter . ruby black colour . appealing . sm exceptionally strong scent of strawberry . feck s sake that s so powerful i could smell it before i poured it . ester ester ester . it s overpowering . t strawberry heavy . a bit like a swimming pool popsicle or even bubble gum but not quite as simple as maybe some germans would like . by no means a porter certainly a schwarzbier . tastes like candy sugar was added . no hops except esters and some are a bit artificial . i long for more complexity but it s good in spite of its relative simplicity . balanced well though a slight majority of the flavour is present in the first half . finish is strong for the style containing the dying hops from the climax which itself occurs pretty early roughly at the halfway mark . i do like it . mf smooth wet and refreshing but coarse where required particularly on the climax . nicely complements the refreshing nature of the flavours in the body . dr not a porter in the english sense of the style word but a good schwarzbier nonetheless . worth a go for simplistic lambic fanatics schwarzbier fanatics and fruit beer advocates . just do n t expect anything too complex or bitter because the name does not adequately refer to the beer the way we understand it in english speaking countries . very affordable in germany but relatively low abv . it will please a wide demographic . i could see this as a success even for the yank female demographic .,aroma,0.9,1
presentation pint oz . into a snifter . a very dark nearly black opaque . fingers of light brown head which fades gradually to but a thin ring . straight out of the bottle the liquid looks noticeably thin and watery which i find a bit worrisome . no lacing noted . s hints of chocolate and coffee and a bit of molasses . also a slightly grassy earthy quality to the aroma . t some baker s chocolate and slightly burnt espresso . sweetness is minimal . alcohol is fairly well hidden . nothing too complex or interesting going on here . as the drink warms slightly wet cardboard flavors creep in and begin to overtake the palate and the quality of flavor gradually and substantially decreases . by way through this thing is nothing but a disgusting mess of wet cardboard . m moderately carbonated and watery . somewhat drying on the finish . i m left scratching my head and wondering where all of the . ratings and creamy descriptions came from . .not my bottle . looks like i managed to luck into another bad bottle . d when the last of your bottle goes down the drain instead of your throat the resulting rating is not going to be pretty . future outlook damn it . i had big expectations for this only for them to be completely and thoroughly dashed . i might someday give this offering another chance in the distant future but not anytime too soon .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at anvil houston into a tulip . smells like apples tastes like hops . low head retention and mild lacing . i had the luxury of trying this last night and ended up ordering two more . very tasty . the fragrance certainly did not match the taste which is a good thing . the apple apricot scent is strong but would be overpowering to the tongue the muted apple notes balanced well . i would definitely order this again .,aroma,1.0,1
bought a mixed case from flying dog a couple of weeks ago . had one of these previously and enjoyed it . tried a nd one for review a pours a clear light copper with finger width white head . little carbonation . bottle had label glue running down side of bottle . s very piney and citrusy hop aroma . a bit of a peppery spice also . some pineapple grapefruit . nice . t strong hop taste that might be too overpowering for the malt backbone . must have used a lot of pale pilsner malts with very little darker malts for heavy flavoring . wish they had added just a few more dark malts to even out the hop taste a bit . m a pretty bitter beer but light and refreshing drinking . good if you re craving a hoppy ipa . d seems reasonably drinkable but i could see myself switching over to less bitter hoppier beer with more malt balance after a couple of these . one of the better brews in flying dog s mixed case if not the best .,aroma,0.9,1
i was really excited to try this beer as bells is one of my favorite and more reliable breweries that i ve tried . i was very dissapointed this is just not my type of brew . the beer poured a great dark dark red with little head it looked pretty fantastic then i took a big whiff in smokey cherries chocolate . not a good smell to me . it reminded me most of jerkey . then i took in a couple sips and again all i could taste was a smokiness very tart cherries and a tad bit of hops . this was one of the first beers that i couldnt finish just because of the taste aroma . if you dont like fruity beers then this one is n t for you either .,aroma,0.3,0
as black as it gets . the nose is not so affirmative but it smells coffee . full mouthfeel which is very smooth and easy . complex flavors which you can just admire huge malt rich coffee flavors burnt chocolate milk is invented . nicely balanced if you love desert beers . i d like to compare with alesmith s but heaven is not that close .,aroma,0.7,1
bottled poured from a ml bottle into small tasting glass . pours a motor oil black with a soft head of less than a finger of a creamy mocha colored foam . big notes of vanilla coffee and oak . no real hop impact as a hot alcohol warmth floods through mouth and chest . delicious as a sipping beer but some of my tasting compatriots were a bit off put by the intense aromas . not sure i could handle a full pint of this . desert like treat .,aroma,0.6,1
this is my first beer from smuttynose . poured from a z bottle with a good by date . a thin head . glowing orange . sediment floating around . i m gon na eat that stuff up . s bold and healthy hop aroma . perfect ipa smell . t dry and hoppy . the aftertaste is too much . good but i m not feeling that aftertaste . m medium bodied . chewy . d ok but if it had less of an aftertaste it would be extremely drinkable . i am looking forward to train more smuttynose beers . next .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pilsner glass . a hazy pear colored brew topped by a one finger head . retention was pretty good and the lacing was present yet minimal . s cherries orange peel and fresh fruits combine to create an enticing aroma . a definite yeasty quality is also present . t initially rather sour although this quickly fades . yeasty profile with pepper and sage also present . a potent sugary finish causes a hit here . m light bodied with a low carbonation level . finishes very clean . d not bad at all and surprisingly complex . for the price it is a steal and a comparable wit to some of the bigger guys .,aroma,0.9,1
sampled on pours a hazy orange amber color with a very thin white head that leaves one ring of lacing . smell is thick hop resin extremely floral and sticky . nicely complex with a strong bitterness and sweet underlying malt character . taste is bitter earthy and vegetabley . the flavors are deep dirty and almost unpleasant . no hop flavor or sweetness and not much in the way of malt balance . the aftertaste is sharp and very bitter and lingers forever . mouthfeel is on the thin side and the strong carbonation does not help . drinkability is poor due to the harsh flavors and huge bitterness . overall not very good and no redeeming qualities .,aroma,0.8,1
pours darker than expected deep red brown with a superbly thick and creamy head that lingers until the end with intricate lacing . aroma is mild too mild but i pick up on dark roasted malts cocoa light caramels ans very german smelling hops . flavor is dark and malty upfront with a decent amount of chocolate malts and finishes with a blast of warming spicy hops . tastes better room temp smells better too as it warms . matlier than expected but balanced by a hefty dose of sprucey piney hops . medium mouthfeel and thickness . nice soft carbonation make it quaffible . alcohol makes it s presence known at the end as it warms my belly . i like i like . . .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a crystaline orange bronze . attractive yet eerie too clear and unnatural . aroma boasts of a spicy assertive hops but the flavor profile does not fulfill the promise . white bread toast in the malt with hopping that tries to be fruity but somehow falls short . a touch of metalic twang in the background as if a penny is in the glass . finish wavers to the watery side . drinkable but one that you do n t give a second thought and move on .,aroma,0.8,1
sampled on tap at tyler s taproom in durham nc . deep amber appearance . nose very slight fragrance of fruit . first sip started mellow on the front of the tongue but turned into a bright clean but bold apricot apricot finish on the palate . surprising but very drinkable and one i will go for again as long as it lasts,aroma,0.7,1
had this served from a bottle at fifty brews in orlando . must say i prefer the original much more . this beer smells amazing but its taste is over the top . it feels syrupy in the mouth and is beyond sweet . it almost tastes like a mead not a beer . overall this would not be a choice as despite the high alcohol content the level of sweetness is just too much .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this at isaac newton s in newtown pa.poured from a stubby into a snifter . pours a cloudy yellow . i waited and poured the rest of the sediments into the snifter which made it even more cloudy . white heading which settled quickly to nothing . smell is pure oranges and very faint hops but the smell is amazing . taste did n t lead up to the smell kind of a big build up and then aahh . very flat looking and taste is not that far off .,aroma,1.0,1
a well rounded beer colour is a medium golden hue with a light lace on top . the taste is very well balanced and crisp . the aroma is light and clean . little room here for improvement .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage bottle . beatuiful clear red amber body . magic . smallish head fades a touch quickly but re appears with some agitation . a ring of foam lingers at the edges and laces a touch on my red wine glass . the nose on this thing is awesome . complex sweet fruits sultanas and figs some ginger brown sugar earth and alcohol . where to start . sweet muscovado sugar more christmas fruits some ginger esque tang and honey then filled out with cereal malts . some warming alcohol no real attempt to hide it but not harsh or distracting . mashed grain lactose sugars some toasty darker malts and dry ish hops help to balance any cloying sweetness . medium body and carbonation silky and smooth through the gob and down the gullet . abv . not harsh at all . a sipper that i could easily do or of . a class act .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks for the freshness date . i would not have bought this had i not seen that . a pretty pint indeed this near opaque black beer with a creamy medium sized beige top . glorious aroma of silky dark chocolate and dark roast coffee beans . slightly burnt dark caramel is the flavor but with very little accompanying sweetness . medium thin and a good dose of carbonation comes off pretty well . not ultra smooth but not harsh at all either . very pleasant . the dry slightly acidic roasty finish leads well into another sip . i am very happy with this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
presentation the brooklyn brewery style logo label with some waffling on about how it is their verison of an ipa . appearance golden amber with a thin white head . smell loads of spicy mint hop aromas with a casual sweetness on the backend . taste their hop use is applied more for flavour rather than bittering . a very intruiging hop flavour to be found and an over puckering reaction that runs dry at the end . very leafy literally . notes a bit overkill for this style . makes you wonder what they think an ipa is . seems like an over use of lower alpha hops .,aroma,0.8,1
got this out of necessity came with the dipa and the bock i really dont like fruit beers but this one atleast is n t an overpowering fruit beer . has an interesting unique look very cloudy with a hint of ruby color alot like cranberry juice duh smell is good has a classic belgian wit aroma spicy yeast dominates taste is ok easy to drink but the fruit really ruins the beer in imo just an unnecessary addition,aroma,0.8,1
the first impression i had when i poored the beer is it s smell . it has a very dominant wheat alcohol smell when you poor it but this luckily diminishes while drinking . another thing i noticed is that it s nice white head drops a little to fast . this beer is rather tricky to drink . you have to be careful here . it s alcohol is high but unlike it s smell that shows you a mayor warning sign it screams out the words alcohol it s taste does n t . in the beginning it s taste is rather soft almost creamy with a lot of fruit accents in it . i do n t know what to make out of this taste . it s almost to clean . i think this is because it has of the rather low carbonization rate for a high beer . unfortunately in the after taste the alcohol kicks in and makes its presence to clear . personally i think this beer is a little to artificial . it s good with a creamy abbey cheese but definetly not a must have . it tempts to imitate the good tripples but unfortunately fails on several points . it lacks the complex game of alcohol carbonization aroma and taste that i came to appreciate in the other tripples . it s not a bad beer but it s not a winner . it s a rather high priced beer that i would only buy this if my favorite beers are n t available .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle best by poured into a duvel tulip a pours golden pale yellow straw inch white foamy head that slowly dissipates . leaves little lacing . s ton of grapefruit citrus lemon pine in the background smells sweet t there s something that just tastes off and soapy . there s almost a cloying sweetness that adds to the off taste . citrus flavors are there but seem to fade in and out there s a good bit of bitterness but i do n t really get pine . finish is bitter soap and medicinal ibuprofen comes to mind . i m not sure if it s a combination of the grapefruit and hops but i just did n t find this pleasant and i generally love grapefruit ipas ie smuttynose ipa . perhaps i got a bad bottle . m medium carbonation medium body sticky and resiny d i did drink this fairly quickly trying to see if i could get passed the soapiness and make pick something else up but alas i could n t . just tastes like someone dropped a bar of soap into a rather bland ipa . i m not sure if this is a bad bottle or what but it did n t taste right to me . as i said i love grapefruit ipas and i love hopdevil but this just tastes bad .,aroma,0.8,1
this brew poured a nice amber colored body with a small light brown head of fine to medium sized bubbles . it has a mild malt aroma and a smooth slight caramel flavor with a tingling mouth feel in the aftertaste . the glass retained a nice lacing as it was tilted .,aroma,0.3,0
an ok octoberfest but not exceptional . a sour and somewhat bitter smell to start off contrary to what others have said . the usual appearance for this style and the taste improved as it warmed . a little too carbonated but not a bad beer although underwhelming from a brewery that uniformly produces a great product .,aroma,0.4,0
interesting to see that im the first person on the west coast to review this ale . purchased at the mill creek cental market when cracked it was obvious this was majorly carbonated. a strong vanilla caramel scent overtakes me. taste is very light and crisp of vanilla and country herbs. slightly dry on the finish. seriously carbonated. not the easiest to drink because of this. still this would be a nice summer quaffer . cheers . .,aroma,1.0,1
a porter for santa clause . first and foremost this beer has one of those obnoxious runaway can only fit half the bottle i d like some more beer with my foam head . leaves great lace though . dark brown color . woody roast malt aroma with wet earth chocolate and other goodies . there s a chemical something in there too but i can ignore it if i try . watery with a chalky char finish . not much flavor at all other than dried charcoal ashes . unwanted crisp body .,aroma,0.8,1
color is a cloudy haze of brownish gold with a large loose head of puffed creamy foam that ever so slowly simmers to a light haze on top and has drippy lace in large stringy patches . the smell of this thing is very lively wow its all over the place funky as hell smokey banana and smoked salmon or bacon dull lemon musty horse blanket soft rubber and feet . yep its funky and pungent and i love it . i need this in a insense form so i can light one and let the whole place smell like this . people would wonder what the hell i m i cookin or smokin . i d be great . taste is soft and mellow of banana and frothy malts touch of lemon and clove sweetness is light citrus is flighty with a light but favorable carbonation with a mellow nearly creamy medium body with a little touch of hop and dryness with clove hints in the finish . the yeast is showcased in this beer quite a bit especailly in the smell but with that aside its one fine easy drinkin dunkel .,aroma,1.0,1
from a ouncer that was bottled dec. and comes from batch four . sampled on march . the pour is a handsome mahogany with ruby and pine hues thrown in for good measure . the light puffy head is about three inches thick and it eventually simmers down . nice clarity though . right after i removed the cap i got this instant burst of fruitiness on the nose . then when i began to pour it the aroma segued into a toasted bready creamy yeasty and neutral hopped balance . i was sold before i even tasted it . fortunately the taste was just as endearing with a bold body and a sharp bitterness nut like quality concluding with a pleasant dry hop finale . this beer really hit all the pressure points in a good way and is highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
hated it would not buy app looks peachy . nice no head . smell yuck smells like a rotten pile of fall leaves and burning hair chemicals . taste yuck lots of heffe flavors up front then tastes like a thick macro brew very unblended its all over the place no unity of flavors no direction . the after flavor is painful . mf fine for such a strange brew . drinkable . ha . not in the least hold your nose and chug this is a mess . side not for all dfh beers . keep trying keep going for the weird wild brews you get em right some times . and at least you are not a follower . cheers .,aroma,0.3,0
this is quite an interesting brew . right when i took the cap off i caught a hint of sewage . i thought it must have been me so i poured the beer like i normally would not forcefully but nice and easy down the side of the pint glass . at about an inch of actual beer the head blew up and shot to the top of the glass . huge head . this is bigger than a duvel . took a while to pour because the head did n t want to go away . the beer itself is a clear orangish yellow . smells like well . with the huge head on top i caught hints of sewage sweet kimchi really dark yellow urine and sweet pear juice . very weird . it got better as the head fell . turns into a champaigne scent with some pear . tastes much much better . a lot of sweet malt with some pear juice . bready like a helles but not quite as yeasty in the taste . slight bubble gum flavor in the finish with a little bit of citrus bite to it . i really like the flavor different and full . reminds me of champaigne at times . the beer is full bodied . coats the mouth and still has quite a bit of carbonation even after the initial explosion . i would definately recommend this brew . i may have received a bad bottle but the taste is good . i just have to get past the first few sniffs .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance i had this beer on tap at lucky baldwin s on . the beer is served with a thin lacy head that leaves nice lacing on the glass as it is consumed . the beer is a bright but cloudy orangish yellow with a dry palm frond color around the edge . smell floral with a strong banana smell . notes of lavender and spice come through as well . taste this beer starts nicely with a fruity wheat and spice flavor but then it just dies into a watery mess . the flavor fails to open up so you are left with that opening burst of flavor and then nothing . there is a good maltiness in the aftertaste but the beer really lacks flavor . what little flavor it has is good but it needs more to be a really good beer . mouthfeel this beer is thin but it was well carbonated from the tap . drinkability this beer is n t bad or offensive it just needs more flavor . they are on the right path with the flavor it just needs more of it . a reformulation could turn this into an outstanding beer .,aroma,0.8,1
served from bottle into standard pint glass . pours dark brown very clear with ruby highlights when held up to the light . thin brown head dissipates quickly . not much lacing . smell is strong chocolate with some dark roasted malt . taste starts out slightly sweet with a small trace of chocolate but not as much as you would think based on the aroma . some dark roasted malt flavors but again pretty mild . finish has a slight coffee bitterness with maybe a hint of a hop contribution . medium light body low carbonation . a little thin for my taste as porters go . kind of unfulfilling smell preps you for all this chocolate which is almost non existent in the taste . based on that i ca n t imagine much more of this in my future .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle to pint glass . a light khaki in color the dense foamy head reaches fingers in height and recedes at a moderate pace . the body is clear and sports a medium dark rusty copper orange color . spare lacing . s bready malts balanced with piney hops which are hard to separate from the traditional pumpkin beer aromas and flavors . cardamom is the dominant spice . t m lightly sweet . flavors of dried apples allspice and nutmeg come to mind as well as pumpkin potpourri if such a thing exists . medium body at best . surprisingly an average amount fine fizzy bubbles and maybe even low levels of astringency cause the flavor to drop off of a cliff resulting in a very short flavor duration . d overall i d like to say that post road pumpkin ale is an average pumpkin beer but it was my least favorite of . so with that rationale in mind i m inclined to say that it is well below average .,aroma,0.8,1
this was an unusual red ale . not bad just not what is to be expected from the title . i d almost consider it an amber red or something of the sort expect malty complexity followed by a sweet floral finish . was enjoyable while it lasted but i m good to move on to another . definitely not a session beer but worth a shot once if you re looking for an unusual red .,aroma,0.4,0
somehow i forgot to review this beer . got it more than a few months back from solomon . thanks d . a very good very light golden orange pretty decent head retention s the most unique citrus nose of any dipa i ve ever encountered . upfront dried fruit basket and grapefruit blast to the senses . smells like juice . pungent fragrant aroma . i can pick out the citra hops that for sure . t this is fruit juice in a glass . you almost forget it s beer . grapefruit tropical citrus hawaiian punch with a bit of pine and earthiness and a almost absent malt backbone or malt profile at all to speak of . bitter dry crisp finish . no booze detected . m i like my dipas a bit more resinous in mouthfeel but i m not complaining . the only flaw i found with this beer was it s lack of finish . a lot of pungent juicy hop flavors upfront but not so much in the finish . light mouthfeel for which is impressive . d like i said it s like fruit juice in a glass it s hard to believe this is still a beer . way too easy going down . no problem polishing off the entire growler to my greedy self with this one . final thoughts very unique brew on the dipa style . a must try for any hophead . for all the hype behind it expectations were met . it did not exceed them nor did it fall below them . very very good beer .,aroma,1.0,1
i am new to big beers and this is only the second dipa i ve had . i was exspecting a hop bomb like the other dipa i had but this was more balanced . i m not a big hop head so this was a pleasant surprise . this bottle is from the series so maybe it has mellowed with age . pours dark amber lacing clings to the sides like its life depended on it . smell is more malty almost resembles a maibock . taste is very balanced and i have a hard time with picking out all the flavors but it is just really good . frightenly drinkable probably good they only come in packs .,aroma,0.7,1
this beer is a light clear beer with a creamy tan head . when you open the bottle the smell of banana candy hits you . my wife reminded me of those large peanut shaped banana flavored soft candies we had as kids . not a pleasant odor in a beer in my opinion . i do n t taste much of a bread taste . i found the smell to be overpowering . the finish is more of the same artificial banana . the liquor store in nj where i bought it was bourbon street in greenwich . the manager noticing i was buying cases of micros recommended it and assured me it was not too overpowering . i wo n t be taking his advice again . i just could not get past the artificial banana taste it was all i could taste before during and after . i rinsed my glass before going back to drinking real beer but the banana taste just lingered .,aroma,0.3,0
ml bottle shared courtesy of egajdzis . gusher warning at least eric did a great job of catching most of it before it erupted all over my bar . poured a deep and cloudy reddish amber color with a small sized off white head . lots of small floaters . aromas of cherries vinous light wood yeast berries and a light funkiness . tastes of cherries and wood . cherry pie all the way . semi tart finish . lively and fizzy body that i did n t particularly care for . notes from,aroma,1.0,1
poured beer into tumbler at degrees . beer was a nice mahogany brown with a nice head that lasted pretty nice . but whew . what a stinking beer . the beer smelled like a fish for some strange reason and no i had not had it in a cooler with fish . taste was average but nice . i thought it was not nutty enough and actually was just kind of a colored lager . yes i would drink again but will not purchase .,aroma,0.2,0
over the past few years as i ve descended more and more into a love of fine beers my appreciation for hops has exploded . as of even years ago i probably would have nursed a pint of a good ipa for several hours . now i love a strong resinous grapefruity piney lemony orangey floral spicy and earthy ie hoppy beer . with that said i was excited to see two brothers brewing up a special dipa especially in oz bottles . but they got it all wrong . pours a medium brown amber color with a very small white head . the scent is n t bad you can tell from the aroma that this is a hoppy beer though no particular hop scents emerge . as for the taste well this is the definition of a one dimensional over the top beer . the overuse of bitter pacific hops is overwhelming and yet there s almost no hop flavor to the beer . the mouthfeel is chalky and overly bitter yet surprisingly the beer is n t even suprisingly particularly resinous it does n t have that fantastic hop oil presence that i love . the bottle claims . ibu i wo n t disagree . it s just . ibus without any flavor which makes for a rather poor beer . very disappointing .,aroma,0.7,1
poured into a russian river tulip . paid . at the brewery for a oz . the beer was bottled within days . poured an amazing dark very opaque . nice finger head . smell is phenomenal coffee mocha vanilla kahlua coffee cake . the aroma is outstanding . perhaps the best porter i ve ever sniffed . this beer is simply delicious . slight let down from that a aroma but minimal . tastes like the smell but with some malt and roasty notes . there is some sweetness but it is balanced with the other tastes . the abv is hidden behind the other characters nicely . feels great in the mouth maybe a little thin but nothing to get worried about . carbonation about right for a porter they nailed it . before i knew it the oz was dust . very drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
out of a bottle at the bruery a pours a dark amber brown with a soft smattering of bubbles light head some lace . s full bourbon whiskey smell as i find out of all the bruery s barrel aged stuff . nice vanilla as well . t still has the strong residual sweetness and phenolic qualities of the original . some rough sugar components as well . the barrels come in and add some nice wood tannin and herbal vanilla character . still not completely integrated for my palate probably needs another year of aging but still a good flavour . m full body but feels thin at times from the lower carbonation creamy . d a nice beer at this stage but has yet to reach its full potential . unfortunately i probably never be able to taste an older version .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance deep dark brown very stoutish nice lacing and head retention smell like a black cup of coffee . powerful roasted malt . taste heavy bitterness perhaps too much . not balanced . great coffee flavor though . mouthfeel medium bodied stout drinkability i would buy again because there s not alot of coffee brews in my area . but i could have used more balance between bitter and sweet .,aroma,1.0,1
violet with a creamy staying head . when it settles a bit it is less black and more burnt red or mahogany . smell is of plum candied sugar and grape juice . sweet and rich on the nose . the mouth brims with dark fruit belgian yeast sugar and alcohol . minor phenol presence . on the one hand you could call this one band aid grape syrup and overripe banana on the other hand it s a balanced quad with dark fruit and caramel malt presence . pretty good overall . well carbonated clean medium bodied . fairly run of the mill but still satisfying . drinkability is decent especially as it warms a bit . a pretty good offering and one that i m happy to have had .,aroma,0.8,1
orange copper color no head just some bubbles around the edges . smell is wonderful sweet citrus mostly orange hint of pine and dank . taste is pretty mild compared to the aroma but same basic profile citrus tangerine mandarin orange and skunky pine . soft medium feel here not overly bitter or drying finish but its not a syrup mess by any means . nice beer could be the best ww i have ever tried .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle with no freshness date observed . the ale poured a very nice clear and amberish brown with a quickly receding off white head . the aroma was a very attractive malty and spicy sweetness with hints of caramel . this is probably the most impressive smelling amber style ale i have enjoyed . the flavor while very good does not live up to the aroma conventional malt forward ale with a nice splash of hops to keep it refreshing . there is however a sourness in the aftertaste that detracts from the experience . in general the flavor is refreshing and short lived . the body is thinner than i expected with a higher level of carbonation than expected . the mouthfeel is sweet and short lived on the palate . i enjoyed this ale it is balanced overall and works perfectly for a festbier ale wise . it would be easy to enjoy a few on an autumn evening .,aroma,0.9,1
a transparent light amber colored beer that has a good head to start off with but it dissipates fast . head seem to form into little colonies and leaves surprisingly good lacing . s hoopy but nothing special not that potent . t overall good . mild hops taste with hints of citrus and a bit of a bitter aftertaste but nothing overwhelming . very much so torn between . and . m crisp and clean d goes down easy . the taste and mouthfeel work well together . notes love the appearance of this beer its almost perfect . enjoy take it slow let it warm . this beer was recommended by a friend and its good but not great . i would say that it is better then most common beers on the market . could see myself buying this beer at a bar in the future .,aroma,0.6,1
coppery straw color and perfectly clear white head stays as a cap and it laces fairly well . good carbonation . unfortunately it goes downhill from there . lighty toasted malt aroma with a small hop presence a fruit undertone and a fairly strong reek of sulfur . it tastes the same with the addition of a light toffee . very light feel almost crisp not smooth enough . i tried this times over a few days and got the same bad beer each time . even if the sulfur was n t there this would n t hit higher than the range .,aroma,0.3,0
a good looking pour . hazy cloudy deep amber . rocky white head good retention . s citrus and orange peel discernable bready malt presence . citrus notes are bright and festive in the nose enticing . t the nose is somewhat deceiving this is a bitter bomb . citrus in the aroma is replaced by resinous pine and perceivably generic bitterness . bready malt is present in the finish along with some slight alcohol despite a relatively low abv . decent taste but i dont think this is competition for other top tier ipas in my opinion . m smooth approaching creamy . medium bodied i suppose ample carbonation . d a high level of bitterness throws larry s balance out of whack even in the presence of some bready malts . this beer is also a bit boozy for a . dipa . pretty good but not great .,aroma,0.9,1
slightly hazy amber colour . fluffy ivory head with very good head retention . amazing aroma from these nelson sauvin hops . a wonderous vinous grape character teams with kiwi fruit and a hint of slightly tart gooseberry . wow . sweet crystal malt attack flows into a vinous hoppy mid palate . lots of bitterness flowing into the back palate . the grapes come through again from the aroma but the flavour depth is n t as good as the nose . medium dry finish . light to medium body with moderately high carbonation . clean and crisp on the palate . a decent ipa with lots of great aroma but lacking a bit of flavour . a really nice showcase of the nelson sauvin hop and a great idea from mikkeller .,aroma,1.0,1
a pint at the gingerman in austin tx . amber with a bit of a haze . off white head with below average retention . very strong citrus aroma with a bit of earthiness . a bit hard up front heavy on the carbonation . nice amount of citrusy hops in the middle with a nice bitter finish . medium mouthfeel . judging by the previous reviews i wonder what the difference was in what i drank with what they had . freshness . change in the recipe . seemed like a better than expected ipa in my opinion .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a mug . a amber iced tea in color . thin head . somewhat hazy but a light carbonation is visible . s malt . sea salt . candied sweetness . chocolate with a touch of vanilla . t sea salt yet again but with a touch of malt hops and bitter choclate at the finish . as it warms the brew takes on a more chocolate forward taste . m light bodied bordering on medium . o not bad by any means . a good marzen just not my favorite .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a slightly hazy copper color . forms very little head which soon settles to a bubbly ring around the edge of the glass . smell is fruity . citrus and pineapple . i m getting a bit of a butterscotch smell . alcohol definitely comes through in the smell . it does n t smell quite as hoppy as i would have expected . sweet and earthy . again not quite as bitter as i expected . there is a bit of a caramel taste . finishes a little bit spicy . thick and creamy mouthfeel . great balance really masks the . if i had n t read the i would probably go for a couple more of these .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to neorunner for this oz bomber . a golden orange yellow hazy with a couple fingers of white head . s belgian yeasts lemons a touch of honey at the end dust peppers banana and clove . t taste does not match the smells . overly phenolic to the point of being cloying harshly unbalanced . a touch of hop bitterness and dust as well . m medium bodied dry and a bit astringent o drinkability is a bit low . i d like to let this sit for a couple of more years and perhaps it ll be more balanced .,aroma,0.9,1
a not quite opaque can see a bit of red with flashes of gold and orange around the edges . head is not long lasting likely due to low carbonation . no lacing . s initial smell out of the bottle is orange freezie after pouring in a glass it s more of a vanilla orange mixed with layers of sweet malt . very enjoying . t malt is smooth caramel sweetness is restrained and some dark fruits show up . undercurrent of fresh sweet oranges . finish is rather abrupt . m medium bodied low carbation immediate alcohol warmth in the back of the throat . d this is good but not necessarily something i ll be desperately seeking out again . this seems to walk a thin line between scotch ale and belgian dark take away the spices and up the body and you ve got a scotch add more yeast character and up the carbonation and you ve got a belgian dark . it lies right in the middle of the two and while i appreciate it s uniqueness and craftsmanship it s just not moving me ya know . i d have to say i prefer their house ale .,aroma,0.9,1
late night after dinner imperial pint was a great way to end the evening . shared with my wife on a square in the center of berlin . the best part was the significant banana aroma that leaped from the glass . would recommend to anyone who travels to the great city of berlin .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle poured into a pint glass . first bottle of my first pack of the year enjoyed while reading the long walk on the patio . a glowing golden hazy beer . crisp clean white head full fingers of nicely sustaining head . s yeasty wheaty aromas slight citrus with minimal phenols . t refreshingly malty with that wheaty twang . bitterness balances the grainy malts appropriately with an ever so slight citrus twist . finishes grainy and bitter dry . m medium high carbonation . light mouthfeel fits in perfectly with the refreshing taste . d highly drinkable . danger you will want another while lounging outdoors on a beautiful summer afternoon .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle highly recommended to me when picking up the regular stone ris a rich black pour very little head dissipates immediately into a thin dusty ring s sweet anise present with chocolate and malt t roasted and burnt chocolates anise strong but does n t overwhelm much more malty ale taste than alcohol m anise lingers nicely carbonated thin and peppery o probably worth trying if you do n t mind the flavors the belgian yeast not obvious in the smell taste doubt its something i ll pick up again,aroma,0.8,1
oz brown bottle with no freshness dating of any kind . poured into a stemmed pils glass it formed an eggshell white head that falls to an outer ring . a deep ruby red around the edges and brown in the core . fairly strong smell of toasted malts and a touch of chocolate . this did n t translate all that well as the taste was rather mild in comparison . a moderate level of bitterness balances this out nicely . slightly astringent as it warms up and the finish is watered and lifeless . notes so so . i think its below average overall but i certainly would n t turn a nose up to this .,aroma,0.8,1
a poured from a oz . bottle into a pint glass . deep clear dark amber color with very small off white head . short retention and minimal lacing . s sweet malty smell of molasses . t the smell is very accurate to the taste sweet heaviness with a clear taste of dark molasses . m d heavy sweet mouthfeel with a nice carbonation . definitely hides the strength of this brew perfectly . even with a deep pull there is n t much immediate warming . smooth and fulfilling . this goes down so smooth that it s sneaky . it s easy to forget the strength of old horizontal because it really does n t taste like it should be this strong . although quite sweet it is n t really cloying . i would have expected more in the way of aroma but that is n t necessarily a bad thing . definitely started feeling this one by the time i got through the bottle . very good .,aroma,0.6,1
now theres nothing like a warm stout on a warm and muggy night . this beer poured a very deep and clear mahogany brown color with ruby tints . had a large creamy and clingy tan head . the aroma was one of bittersweet chocolate caramel and coffee with a campfire smokiness there as well . was surprised to see that this stout was low in bitterness and very very smooth . nice clean finish which leaves a chocolate taste on the tongue . dry finish and an overall delicious stout .,aroma,0.6,1
not bad at all pours a copper gold with a decent foamy head rather weak in the nose ajduncts plus some hop and grain come about . inexplicably though the taste is not bad bitter like light and refreshing goes down smoothly and its aftertaste is not bad at all . easily the best cheap bitter i ve had and tastes ok although you can tell it is being made with cheaper ingrediants than craft versions of the style . still though decent stuff .,aroma,0.4,0
note i had this at the verdugo bar yesterday and was not overly impressed . i have a suspicion that there may have been something wrong with the delivery but i ca n t be sure . and i have not had edgar s in such a long time i ca n t make a fair comparison here . plus as the first reviewer there is nothing else to even check against . but i have great respect for craftsman and i understand their philosophy of brewing traditional beers with subtle nuanced flavors rather than big envelope pushing beers so my rating numbers skew a bit more positive than if this were just a blind tasting . final note verdugo listed this as an american stout though the other edgar s on ba are listed as russian imperial stouts . a deep dark brown like back coffee nearly black with slightly lighter edges and transmitting no light . light brown thin sudsy head disappears quickly leaving just a minimal almost nonexistent presence at the edge that clings for its life to the glass . s burt sugar and alcohol with a faint baking chocolate . t hmm . faint initial taste that reveals itself very slowly . watered down milk chocolate with glints of espresso toasted grain but all within a watery serum . hops reveal themselves hear and there with aeration especially on the finish . m like skim milk almost no carbonation . slight clinging sweet with an occasional bite rearing its head . d worth a try once but i am not sure i understand this beer . perhaps i have become too accustomed to big flavorful craft stouts .,aroma,0.8,1
special thanks to aasher for hooking me up with this one . a alpha king boasts a deep copper hue a touch of haze and minimal lacing . these are all nice but this brew really needs some froth . a decent head was procured upon pouring but did n t last more than a few minutes . s the bouquet is quite vibrant with grapefruit and pineapple jumping out of the glass . t off dry and reminiscent of orange marmalade on toast with a side of grapefruit . delicious to say the least . m medium body light carbonation a touch of astringency and ever so slightly sticky on the finish . o as scores of other reviewers have mentioned this would be more aptly deemed an ipa but that s not all too bad . i can definitely see why this brew has earned such acclaim it is quite enjoyable . my biggest complaint is that it is lacking what every ipa should have a big frothy meringue like head . despite this error alpha king remains one of the best apas i ve come across .,aroma,1.0,1
on pouring there was a slight fine head that dissapated very quicky . the pour was at about deg f in a large goblet to hopefully release the promised aroma . while there was some faint aroma i expected some richness and it just was n t special . the look of this very still brew is the expected opaque molasses but a tinge of brown in ther with the black . the mouth had a viscosity of a high abv beer but really lacked a special character that an imperial stout should have . not bad but not exceptional . the finish was a dry maybe too dry chocolate and the expected alcohol flourish was nicely under control for such a high abv . the promise coffee was way in the background and the anise even further back if there at all . this imperial stout is a good brew but based on price and expectation i could name quite a few beers that are better in both taste and value .,aroma,0.6,1
presentation poured from a oz brown bottle into a shaker pint glass . label is a sticker which simply shows a pail . i think this is the first of their beers i have had without a barely clothed buxom lass on the label . no freshness date . appearance pours with just shy of fingers of medium tan head . this settles slowly to a very thing yet complete coating of foam leaving behind nearly complete lacing coverage . the beer itself is orange amber and slightly cloudy with very fine suspended particulate matter . i was very careful to leave some beer in the bottle to prevent pouring the sediment but no luck . some well compacted sediment remains in the bottle . smell slightly sweet caramel biscuity malt with hints of pine hops and an underlying yeastiness . taste weak and insipid upfront with slight taste of bready malt . an overarching sourness ruins any other flavors that may be present . mouthfeel lower than average carbonation . body is thin and watery . drinkability another bad beer from this brewer . i have one remaining in my refrigerator and and dreading trying it . i can guarantee it will be my last from them .,aroma,0.7,1
a brown . thick opaque brown . this took me by surprise i have never come across a brown dipa imperial ipa and i have had alot of them . wispy tan lacing . s smells like watered down leather and not much else . t about what it smells . theres a litte brown sugar sweetness very light piney hops alot of straw flavor . very flavorless . quite disappointing . the alcohol is not detectable at all in the taste . there is absolutely no aftertaste or flavor to savor . m decent . slick with light carbonation slight alcohol tingle that fades quickly . o disappointed . dipa imperial ipa are my favorite beer styles . this has no characteristics associated with either . its bland and boring . wont be buying this one again .,aroma,0.4,0
had at roy s in las vegas specially brewed by mehana brewing co . this beer goes great with the hawaiian cuisine . it poured a light copper color with a thin head that lasted for a bit . some light lacing developed . the aroma was light as only some malts were detectable . the flavor was full of maltiness with some toned back caramel light hops and some faint fruitiness . this was on the light side of a medium bodied beer had nice carbonation and was extremely drinkable . overall a very nice brew that was very flavorful but not overwhelming for the food .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance dark reddish black in color minimal amount of head that dissipates quickly . almost no opacity . smell not terribly impressive . i faintly smelled a beer smell but only when i held my nose darn near in the glass . taste almost tasted to me like a dark colored version of a lot of cheaper american macros . mouthfeel sips almost sort of watery but actually seems to thicken up when consumed . very smooth texture . drinkability this is one that s ok to drink when it s offered but probably not one i would go out and pursue . do n t be fooled by it s color it s not a stout .,aroma,0.4,0
had this on tap at rattle n hum after having their ipa the night before . i was told they just changed the keg when i ordered . color was a nice milk chocolate brown and the smell was pleasant . upon first sip i thought oats thick pretty good . unfortunately then came the bitterness . i must say that i am a fan of all that is dark beer and stouts but this was the most bitter beer i have ever encountered . there was no hop character just bitter . i sincerely hope i just got a bad beer because i did enjoy their ipa . hopefully i ll get to have a proper pint of it later on . probably did n t help that rattle n hum had it listed as a sweet stout . it was the polar opposite of anything sweet .,aroma,0.7,1
a pours a copper color with a finger of head that dissipates quickly . s bourbon and caramel toffee smell . t reminds me of a barleywine with a bourbon shot dropped it in . caramel and coffee taste with a bourbon bite to it . alcohol heat is more prevalent as it warms up . m very little in carbonation present . a little on the syrupy side . d do n t get me wrong . i love bourbon barrel beers . but if i want something like this i ll grab either a bourbon barrel stout for more pronounced bourbon taste or a barleywine .,aroma,0.9,1
i poured this into a pilsner glass from a oz . bottle . at first look it pours pitch black but thanks to the glass you can see dark brown with ruby highlights . nice one finger tan head that leave some lacing but not much . a little bit of fruit gone bad on the nose this might be due to the aging it is n t too strong but still noticeable . rich malts and still some hops in the bg . wow roasted malts prevail but the hop bitterness is still easy to detect . a very earthy tasting beer i enjoyed the feel and flavor . it does seem to fit with the description of the style though it is above the normal abv which might account for some of the differences . if you can find one i would suggest giving it a go .,aroma,0.6,1
i m the proud glaswegian standing up for the official tipple of my noble and ancient city . i d say it s important to remember the desired market of the wellpark brewery when distributing this particular beverage . they are n t looking to sell to student y vaguely financially solvent champagne charlies with reasonable personal hygenie like me rather hopeless desperate alcoholics whose sole opiate in life after waking each day is to reach the abyss of borderline alcohol poisoning as soon as humanly possible . indeed when i first purchased tennent s super two years ago soon after my th birthday i had no knowledge of what dual horror and joy awaited me . strolling up to the cashier with three four packs for the lads and me my id was thoroughly perused and i was then very kindly offered fancy a park bench with that . . combined with a few bottles of buckfast suffice it to say that the next day i arose from the sheets only to drink water and vomit copiously more the latter until about when i finished the last two cans . appearance well . it s orange . it s so fizzy it looks like there s some kind of whirlpool in your glass . this sets the tone for what s pretty much a standard lager on a tonne of steroids . aroma stench is probably better . it smells like the east end of glasgow that is stale lager mixed with badly cooked chips smothered in vinegar . taste mouthfeel like nothing else . a highly concentrated version of standard tennent s syrupy sweet that s how they get it so strong endlessly lingering strongly alcoholic . the key to wellpark s success with this one is that the aftertaste is so utterly rank that you need to take another sip to nullify it . thus it begins . if your average pint of tenny s is a peck on the cheek this fizzbitch is a true glasgow kiss . drinkability recommended only for borderline alcoholics from west central scotland . like me . i warned you .,aroma,0.2,0
served as part of their oz sampler tray . honey is very pronounced edging near a braggat . both in the aroma and the taste . this produced a very taste with a very very light malt profile . mild copper hue in color . very fun body . the hops are non existent until the finish were they are quite strong . overall i think it s too sweet and i could barely finish the sample . too cloying .,aroma,0.8,1
picked up last night during cm pre sale chilled an extra hour once home . split first bottle with my fiance so had to use the saint arnold stanges which was nice for the aroma tulip glass next tasting though . appearance nice head that settled fairly quickly mild lacing . lovely orange to amber color quite clear according to saint arnold it s the first divine reserve to be filtered due to the large amounts of simcoe hops used to create hop brightness . aroma the stange held much of the volatiles from the hops with some slight citrus peachy note but mostly a resiny piny characteristic . taste nice balance the columbus hops definitely contribute to the long lasting bitterness to dr . not quite up to the caliber hop profile of brewing two double ipa but definitely a must for hopheads . mouthfeel as others have noted the body was lighter than i would expect or prefer . definitely not in the medium body range . no pronounced astringency well balanced hops . overall i enjoy dr a bit more than the elissa ipa and would be able to drink more as a session beer . pleased that i was able to enjoy some dr .,aroma,1.0,1
bottled on . poured into a duvel tulip . a pours a dark orange color with reddish hues . it formed a nice finger fluffy beige head . the beer has nice clarity and lacing . a nice thing head remained through s smells like slightly overripe tropical fruits and oranges with pine and grassy hop notes . t grapefruit and orange up front with bready malt honey and caramel sweetness in the middle . very strong pine and grass hop bitter in the finish . m heavy bodied that is nice and smooth on the way in with moderate carbonation . the sip coats well you can literally feel the hop oils . there is a little bit of alcohol warmth . o d this beer is still good nearly a year after bottling . the hop character has definitely changed losing some aroma and picking up more grassy notes . it s definitely shifted the balance toward the malty side but it s still hop heavy .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a clear copper with a fluffy white head . not much retention and just a bit of laceing . aromas is of carmel malts.nice but a bit weak.body is medium with a bit too much fizz for me . taste is all there . a wonderful mix of bready carmel malts with a bit of hops in the finish.hints of spice through out.excellent .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle reads barleywine style monster ale this monster ale was born in no head at all formed even with a forceful pour . a really nice looking orangy copper color body . sporadic slow moving bubbles . really big malty aroma . in the back some faint fruits can be noticed such as grape . not a bad smell at all . this is very malty with a decent amount of metalic bitterness at the end . i do get a grape and lemon taste mixing with a copper metalic taste . booze taste is somewhat noticeable but not overpowering for a . abv . this is just a weird tasting beer and not in a good way either . while it starts to warm up a bit it reminds me of what a cleaning agent would taste like poured into a beer . medium body all the way . carbonation is barely noticeable . feels nice in the mouth . as it warmed i noticed how weird it tasted . despite the unimpressive taste the look smell and feel were all good . i will not be seeking this beer again due to the lack of a good taste . i m glad i only purchased a single bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
cloudy orange pour with a quickly dissipating head . the nicest part of this brew is the banana ester smell . notes of supportive rich yeastiness . wet dog hair flavor up front . ends with an unpleasant bitterness . alcohol is overrepresented . this beer leaves a burning rampage in the esophagous . lingering aftertaste is the equivalent of dead sidewalk worms in the sunny minutes after a rainstorm . nice overattenuated belgian reminiscent carbonation . the unbalanced alcohol makes this beer not real drinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle into a shaker glass . golden in color clear and a decent head retention . smells of nothing . very light floral nose as it warms . tastes rather bitter mostly with a bit of light fruit at times . mild and reminiscent of a lager . the poppy element adds to the bitterness and just a tad of sweetness at times . some malt and yeastiness is noted . easy drinking and light . not much here to dislike but lacks a solid character .,aroma,0.4,0
a it pours a nice amber body topped with medium brown foamy and sticky head standing about an inch tall . s ahhhh the wonderful scent of hops on a summer evening . it does n t get much better . t this is certainly a hoppy brew . i have to say it has a slightly bitterer flavor than the comparable lac du bay ipa . this is a hop packed ipa as it should be however i d choose the lac du bay . m there is a thickness to this central waters ipa not often found in most . i like it because it offers a fulfillment in my belly . like i mentioned prior i if i have a choice between the glacial trail ipa and the lac du bay ipa both central waters brews i d choose the lac du bay . let me add this though i would never pass on the glacial trail and will certainly recommend it to my friends who favor their taste buds .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a pint glass little head and cloudy peach bronze in color . the haziness was expected being an unfiltered weizen beer . the smell was not too intense but definitely of apricots . the initial taste is of the apricot sweetness followed by a kiss of kiss of hops that balance the beer nicely . as far as the mouthfeel this beer has a sort of medium creamy body with good carbonation . overall this beer is pretty good . my first apricot beer and i was n t disappointed .,aroma,0.6,1
ok if a bottle has a picture of a dog on it it automatically gets a point taken off . thankfully lagunitas opted to go for the plain white label with this one though i am about willing to take a point off for the stupid wanna be clever diatribe on the back of the bottle . og . . ibu . abv . slightly cloudy orange brew forms a nice sized white head with good retention and lacing . aroma is pungent with grapefruit sharp citric hops with cloaked faint suggestions of oranges apples and toasty grains . carbonation is moderate . taste begins with over the top citric hops with semisweet pale and crystal malts followed by a lightly toasted intensely bitter dry finish . this is an example of dumping a ton of hops into a brew and calling it an ipa throwing balance and drinkability to the wind . the dry mouthfeel and overzealous acidity give me a bad case of reflux but at least the zesty burps make up for it . typical west coast over the top hop taste but absolutely horrible drinkability . if they spent as much time on their brewing as they did on their prose they might be able to eek a winner out of this train wreck of a beer .,aroma,0.9,1
bomber from ryan poured into an oversized snifter . a fortunate choice of glassware too given the explosive head on this stuff . i got about third of this into the ounce snifter before i put the brakes on . enormous tan head that slowly shrinks into a dense almost sludgy head . lacing is n t quite as impressive as the head retention but a great looking beer . not a great smelling one though . the primary aromas no joke appear to be grape drink and catsup . perhaps some fruity hard candy . dark chocolate and roasted malt attempt to assert themselves periodically to no avail . thankfully the flavor profile turns out to be pretty decent . most thankworthy is the absence of the catsup where the hell did that smell come from . . a fair amount of artificial grape remains but a host of chocolate flavors join forces to suppress it . semisweet milk yoohoo we seem to have all the chocolate bases covered . very light notes of espresso and burnt malt a bigger dose of the dark stuff would go a long way toward improving this brew . the thick smooth mouthfeel would be more impressive if it was n t helping the near overwhelming sweetness and booziness to linger way past the worn out their welcome point . not something i d care to revisit .,aroma,0.3,0
pitch black color initial large gingerbread colored head . fades to just a small layer rather quickly . nice chocolate and coffee in the nose surprisingly good when compared to the last pioneer brew i had . taste is thin acidic and sour however . the chocolate and coffee from the smell are subdued in an unguided watery swamp of off flavors . not very good at all . nice window dressing but this beer is weak bodied under powered and rather unenjoyable .,aroma,0.8,1
thanks to wagenvolks for the share oz bomber into brooklyn tulips . pours a crisp orange with a thin diminishing head . the aroma is a huge amount of pumpkin spice with caramel malts right behind . the taste is more of the same pumpkin spice is more predominate than in many other pumpkin ales but still not over the top the malts tend to shine through more in the finish but the spices linger as well . the beer is fairly light and crisp with decent refreshing carbonation . this is certainly a very respectable pumpkin ale one i would try again if given the opportunity .,aroma,1.0,1
i bought this as a ml can but it s only . alc vol . a well this looks better than your typical adjunct ish lager being very clear but the coloring itself is more golden hued than i expected . the head is actually thick and frothy and retains quite well . there is lots of big bubbled carbonation that rises to the top of the brew . good sticky lacing clings to the side of the glass as well . not bad looking . s the overall aroma profile is very mild but sweet and yeasty from what i can pick up . there is little to no hop bitterness anywhere . just a very bland smelling beer . t more of the same here but better than the aroma lets on . the initial flavors are malty sweetness but has a clean finish that makes me think there s more rice than grits and or corn used . i do n t taste any bitterness on the end so i m thinking there is n t much used . .maybe some extract . m fuller bodied than i would have thought . .i d put it closer to medium than thin . the carbonation is actually not too bad allowing the liquid to glide around on the palate without scrubbing it clean . good for an adjunct lager i have to say . d this is good but not perfect . i find it gets a little cloying after several tastes but it s not an offensive tasting beer . .just a little too much sticky sweetness . it s a beer that does n t stick out but i feel that it s better than the standard lagers available . good when really really cold .,aroma,0.4,0
st. peter s english ale an organic beer brewed in a medieval hall located in suffolk england is bottled in an attractive replica of a two hundred and thirty year old design . i could detect a little honey and a hint of freshly mown grass on the nose . very nice . the head was thin and did n t last long . the taste was bitter and bitter . not exactly memorable . unfortunately as with many of the imported beers in the lcbo liquor control board of ontario the date stamp indicates that it was bottled three months ago . it may seem a bit unfair to judge st. peter s when the freshness is questionable but as i have no plans to visit rural england any time soon it will have to do .,aroma,0.8,1
served on tap at trinity hall pub in dallas in a pint glass a just beautiful . looks black and opaque at first glance but once i d got some way through it and could tip it a little to look at it against the light shows to be a very dark chocolatey brown . inch light brown head lasted until the end leaving small amounts of lacing down the glass . s plenty of coffee on the nose with roasted malts . i detected a very slight chemical note though which detracted a little . t nothing chemical here just plenty of coffee and given the name a surprisingly large amount of bitter dark chocolate . not quite as full flavoured as the fuller s london porter but seeing as i d happily give that a for taste this very much earns the . m very smooth and medium to full bodied . did n t find carbonation to be the problem that a few others had commented . i assume that s just down to who is serving it though . d slips down very easily and left me wanting more . were it not pretty late i m sure i could have quite easily had at least one more .,aroma,0.7,1
oz bottle into nonic . clear pale golden hue with a thin off white head that slowly settles to a thin cap . stringy lacing . very sharp and fruity hops with a good amount of grapefruit and pineapple . the hops seem to disappear from the flavor very surprising considering the aroma . the hops are more tea like sitting on top of a sweet bread like malt base . full bodied low carbonation . i ve got more of these . i was hoping for something better and if one of the others deliver that i ll update this review .,aroma,0.9,1
a a somewhat foggy amber tone turns red as i held this beer up closer to the light . small head dissipates to nearly nothing leaving very little lacing . s sweet malts at forefront heavy fruit aromas dominated by banana esters . the aromas were inviting and very exciting . t dark and sweet fruits at the beginning of the sip hints of alcohol in the middle ending in a pretty strong bitter kick . leaves a bit of residue clinging to the back of the tongue . the bitters become just a little overwhelming in an unbalanced fashion towards the middle of the beer s life . m medium body medium carbonation somewhat coarse rough on the tongue . d this beer started out really well . the aromas and initial flavors made me crave more but it all quickly unraveled in my experience . it was like the beer fell apart in my mouth . before i say anything too definitive about this beer fitting or not to the style i definitely want to try some more american barleywines . i would recommend more balanced brews from anchor that i ve enjoyed before i d recommend this one though .,aroma,0.9,1
smell hops across the board floral with fruits all paired with citrus . put it in a tulip or wide wine glass and got strawberry banana kiwi smells all the while sugary ruby red grapefruit as the base . great strong hop scent but not aggravating in the least floral . noticeably clear amber orange beer in a pint glass poured a stout off white head that held up well . unique bottle art looks great the aftertaste is when the malt finally shows itself with a warm buttery biscuit flavor over most of the tongue . before that the malt seemed to lead one hop taste to the next . hops are citrusy and oily . mouth smacking fresh bitterness stays on the sides of the tongue with faint spiciness . oily smooth balanced bitterness on sides of tongue spiciness in aftertaste with some dryness clean crisp fine carbonation so drinkable that floyd s ca n t make enough of it . . alchohol is n t believable if not for warmth and adding to your good mood after finding this . dry apa with a hop backbone that shows in every characteristic of this stuff ca n t get enough of it lately . session king .,aroma,1.0,1
the color is warm gold . it is clear though a swarm of yeast particles will emerge from bottle s bottom . the aroma is honeysuckle and dark fruit complex tropic and soothing . mouthfeel is brighter than i would have expected but leaves a slightly gritty film on the teeth . this is a concern but not a problem . the taste is relaxed and unhurried sweet but not overpowering . the taste is not nearly as complex or abundant as the smell and alcohol does not feature much part in it . i must admit i had higher expectations from stone but this is still a mellow and refined barleywine that is easily appreciated .,aroma,1.0,1
george washington porter . authentic recipe no . best enjoyed before october . opaque dark wood stained brown in color with muddy brown edges and a cola colored head that drops quickly to a ringed lace . strong and dominating licorice aroma with an underlying robust molasses and highly roasted malts near burnt like in the nose . thick ish deep blackstrap molasses character sweet tangy nectar quite robust . licorice is assertive and smacks of herbal flavors . as the beer warms both flavors become very intense overpowering the palate a bit with some cloying action . though some hop illustrations are on the labels artwork any real hop presence is masked by the dominating molasses addition and licorice however there is some and it peaks with a tannin feel and semi citric sharpness . rough and long lingering finish with molasses and soft anise residuals sticking to the palate . authentic or not this is a tough one to drink . the use of molasses and licorice is simply overwhelming and without balance .,aroma,0.8,1
given the packaging this is in this is a very surprising beer . pours a brown color with little head and smells like a traditional brown with hops and a bit of sweetness to it . the taste is great with a good amount of sugar added and a strong taste of nut to it . if you are a fan of browns be sure to buy a couple of bottles .,aroma,1.0,1
had this at the houston flying saucer during their th birthday party . a poured a black color with no head to leave any lace s is of roasted malt with chocolate some smoke and a little pepper t follows the nose with some smoke and chocolate but the pepper is the dominant flavor but not overpowering m this beer has a thin watery body with no carbonation to it d i still liked it but the lack of carbonation killed this beer to me it was an interesting experiment that tasted good but literally fell flat,aroma,0.8,1
pours a hazy pale yellow with a white head . in the aroma wheat like notes and kind of like asiago cheese . in the taste dry wheat notes and a small fruit note . a small bite and a lighter bodied mouthfeel with a dry wheat and small hint of fruit in the aftertaste . kind of icky with a bad aroma and really lacking in fruit presence .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage . a perfectly clear amber color with no head . i take that back a hard pour gives it a head like a sweet tea . s nose is wonderful . if you ve had sam adams triple bock it smells just like that . just got out my old triple bock bottle . and this smells like a fresh one with a little less soy sauce . t what a disappointment . if it had been like the nose i would be a happy man . it s like it a bit with soy sauce dark malt boiling molasses cork etc . but the finish is very sour . sour and alcoholic finish . like really sour port . m body is more like a wine than a beer . it s years old what do you expect . a bit dry warming and very alcoholic in the finish .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle from the free table at woodshop . . pours dark brown with a thin tan head . aroma is licorice black malts and an odd note that took me forever to figure out but that i believe is soy sauce i wrote fishy in my initial notes but that s not quite it . flavor is much better with tons of roast and vivid dark chocolate . peat is mild and i do n t really get any honey . caramel and chalk make an appearance . thick bitter and dry .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle from the brewery . a blend of two ales raymondo el rojo red ale and a belgian tripel that were aged and soured with a wild yeast for over a year . bottle conditioned . a pours a deep hazy rusty amber with a minimal head . bubbles are present but nothing crazy . s super sour nice complex nose . slight vinegar notes . fruit cocktail . my grandma s perfume . super aromatic . i sure hope grammy has n t been drinking all these years . t grape juice . i get major grape juice on the back end . minimal funk . what tartness is there is rather subdued on most sips and nonexistant on others . slight dryness . not nearly as complex as the nose and manages to fall short of the mark it s intending to hit . m it s rather thin and the carbonation that is there is pretty weak . it seems like a brighter carbonation would open this up . d for its downfalls it has its moments . notes by no means super refined yet it s worth a try . i m intrigued to get into the other brews i ve got tucked away from big rock . if nothing else the labels are well done .,aroma,0.9,1
i tried this in the brickskeller in northwest washingon d.c . the appearance looked really good . nice reddish brown color with a very appealing head . i should have stopped and just admired the beer in the glass because it went rapidly downhill from there . as i brought the glass to my face i took in its aroma . a lot of thoughts went through my mind most of them borne out of the primal fight or flight instincts that flow from being in imminent danger . try to imagine taking a slimjim putting it in your mouth and lighting the opposite end of it on fire and smoking it like a cigar . then put the slimjim fire out in a full ashtray . that s about what the beer smelled like . absolutely god awful . when people say something has a smoky aroma that usually means it has hints of smoke . to say this beer has a smoky aroma does n t do the word justice . try a four alarm fire . that makes more sense . the taste hit me in the gut like a sack of bricks . truly vile . if you melted down a vat of slimjims and tossed in a healthy portion of cigarette butts swept up from the floor of a corner pub and then brewed a beer with that you get the idea of what this beer tastes like . i seriously got through about six or seven sips before i started to feel ill . the mouthfeel was ok. not too sudsy not too harsh not too thick or thin . drinkability is as close to zero as i can rate a beer . absolute gut rot . i ve never had anything quite as vile as this . i could n t even finish a quarter of my pint . i told the waitress to pour it down the drain and give me the bottle so i could show my friends the tangible proof that i d drank this swill and survived the experience and warn them to stay away .,aroma,0.2,0
a a burnt orange cloudy hazy color . just the way i like em to look s oh sweet heavens the beer gods have shine a light on this beer . it smells fantastic . sweet floral hops with citrus present . maybe some lemon . t very good but its a little more bitter and less citrusy than the aroma led me to expect . very malty bitter aftertaste . it is a malt hop bomb for sure . m medium bodied and pretty high carbonation level . d while it is extremely tasty i think is enough at a time . i will get it again though for when i need a hop attack .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a bottle into a pint glass the beer is a golden orange color with a thin white low profile frothy head that clings to any part of the glass it touches . nose is floral with a heavy dose of grapefruit and a good supply of light fresh hops . smells delicious . flavor gets a lot more of the floral character with a mouthful of aromatic and pungent fern blended with a good dose of hops and the citrus is barely shining through mostly overpowered . there is a slightly roasty toasty character also . the beer is mid bodied and very crisp . the aftertaste is roasted with a little citrus sweet and a wierd semisweet tang . the finish is a bit sweet and sour with a bit of pucker and drying bitterness too . this is a decent beer but the smell definitely had me hoping for more .,aroma,0.9,1
redhook late harvest autumn ale oz bottle recent bottling uncapped medium pour in a tulip glass poured orange with red tinges with a slightly off white fully diminishing inch head . smelt of light caramel light spruce meat broth and mushrooms and an overall smell of a pile of dead leaves . taste was upfront moderately bitter hops and light sweet breadiness followed by a medium brown sugar sweetness and light dead leaf bitterness on an average length finish . mouthfeel was light watery lively . overall so far the paragon of autumn ales .,aroma,1.0,1
too much mint for most folks but interesting enough to warrant a taste or two . this does not compare to south shores chocolate mint stout but its not bad . the mint levels are intense . bourbon flavors are mellow . coffee and chocolate flavors are mild . mint and menthol are the dominant attributes . mouthfeel is silky smooth and oily with a burning mint finish . worth a taste but not drinkable in any quantity and frequency . many thanks to maduro for tapping a barrel of this unique treat .,aroma,0.9,1
i unwinded the metal cap with the pricetag and uncorked this beauty in a venture to warm my insides on this cold virginia evening . the aroma of a well used firepit wafted to my nose promising that comforting warmth . the crimson brown elixir looks warm enough . the first sip is a bit of a surprise with more a sweetness factor than id expected . the more i drink the more im perplexed by this beer . while there is a definite ashy smokiness theres also a combination of pine bitter chocolate and that lingering sweet almost molassas bite . not as good as id hoped for .,aroma,1.0,1
beer poured into my glass an apple juice color . rather bland looking with an oily layer on top . i smelled the apricot in this as well as an odd corn ish scent . not appetizing . taste was better though . apriots abound with a soft nutty malt backbone . a slight soapish taste is keeping this one from higher marks but it s not a strong overpowering flavor . very light in the mouth . could drink a few of these on a hot day if you re into fruit beers .,aroma,0.4,0
bottled in oz bottle pours a viscous black with deep garnet hues around the edge of the glass . no head whatsoever . thick aroma of rich dark chocolate cake soaked in whiskey . smells much like an irish cream liqour . bitter chocolate taste . the sweetness in the aroma is nowhere to be found . roasted malts make themselves known as the beer warms a little more . alcohol warms the body . it becomes dryer towards the beer s end and a little bit astringent . slick thick full body with carbonation that checked out long ago on this bottle . an excellent imperial to serve with desert or as a desert in itself .,aroma,1.0,1
two years aged this poured a hazy burnt sienna with no head . it smelled like very strong dried apricot hops sweet caramel malt melted butter and a hint of oak and alcohol . it tasted like powerful and sweet apricot and raisin hops fresh cut oak super sugary caramel and blatant alcohol . it was somewhat thick with a bit of carbonation and had a strong and lasting bittersweet aftertaste . overall this was a very unique and bold ale that drank almost like a cordial . it was fairly complex but was still clean . it s overwhelming sweetness was reminiscent of the minute ipa meaning this beer must be sipped and it s difficult to finish an entire bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
this brew is more the color of water then beer . clear yellow tinted with large bubbles and a fluffy white sticky head . ok i guess . the smell is musty grains and stale beer . a little bit on the college bar side after penny beer night . it s not pleasant or very enticing so far a disappointing brew . the taste rebounds the overall score but only a little . the beer is lightly sweet and is complimented minimally by slight carbonation and hop acidity . not bad and actually a little refreshing . over all the flavor is on the weak side and the whole beer could use more of everything hops grain alcohol and so on . i guess drinking it on a beach meters from the sea makes it taste a little better since i really do n t mind it that much . the mouthfeel is smooth to a fault . the beer is lightly carbonated and that let s you taste the flavors but it ends up tasting and feeling more like an unfinished young beer . a harsher bite would make it all the more appealing . a middle of the road brew .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a can ca n t remember where i got it from . beautiful cascading effect to the head retention . smell is weak slight roasted barley and a little dark malt character but not much else . taste is malty with minimal hop character . slightly chocolatey and roastey . mouthfeel is nice and smoot very drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
color light to medium brown head slight to low head very bubbly great tight bubbles . smell light yeasty smell but not the greatest aroma for flying dog beers . taste cold it has a great yeasty taste . the lager flavor is great but could have been better . i would like to have this on draft may be better .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer was tasted in a pilsner glass from a bottle . this beer pours a dark chocolate brown with an off white head that is delightfully frothy . the head dissipates to a thin film that laces nicely down the glass . the beer smells mostly of semi sweet dark chocolate and is quite nice . unfotunately this beer seems to fall apart at the taste there is the same underlying chocolate taste but there is a very forward overy sweet almost bad candy like taste to the beer . this is very unenjoyable . the mouthfeel is not to bad with the thickness and carbonation . overall i can not say that i would grab this one again . poor taste just leads to a poor overall experience drinking the beer .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours nicely solid head but dissipates quickly and sticks to glass . s light malt scent and not much else . t a very light taste can feel it all over the mouth . hard to describe almost a fruity taste . m very thin tasting no real hoppiness or other flavorings . very carbonated . d very simple even somewhat bland . extremely drinkable because it s simply a well done bland beer . excellent cooking beer have a wonderful beer cooked sausage recipe that i always use this for and when you want a simple beer or have someone with simple tastes this works really well . hardly an a but something that is a good staple to have in the fridge .,aroma,0.6,1
a hazel with burnt orange hues . a one finger off white head that fades fairly quickly . virtually no lacing on the pint glass . s the weakest aspect of this beer for me . general maltiness is all i get . t the key here is balance a supremely well crafted beer . the nutty slightly sweet malt vanilla and toffee draws you in and works in tandem with a subtle hop finish more hop character than most comparable beers of the style to round out each sip . this has a higher abv than i would have guessed . m thin to medium but very smooth . o a delightful and versatile beer . paired well with a sharp but sweet wisconsin cow s milk cheddar summer breeze . i would like to have this around all year round .,aroma,0.6,1
poured my full sail amber into a pint glass . nice cranberry red color when held up to the light but a mahogany color when not . very little head . smell is actually somewhat unpleasant and i can place my finger on what this scent is . at first it was almost skunkish as i let the beer sit a minute it seems to have dissipated a bit . it is now more reminiscent of cranberries . the taste is very smooth it is very easy on the palate almost no bitterness was evident . but at the same time it has good taste hints of smoke or tobacco even . mouthfeel is medium heavy with very little carbonation . good beer i feel that it would have been much better paired with a meal then drank by itself though . probably would make a good marinade too .,aroma,0.3,0
pours dark wood brown with a small caramel head not too much lacing or retention . rich caramel chocolate burnt coffee fudge black licorice vanilla sweet raisin and bourbon heat . wow . thick bourbon and aforementioned flavors mostly caramel . dense mouthfeel hot . active carbonation always gets in the way of this style takes away the nuances of the flavors . lovely beer quite exceptional .,aroma,1.0,1
purchased a bottle at julio s liquors in westborough ma . a quarter inch thick flat not rocky white head with good retention . straw gold hue . slightly hazy . s lemon zest and coriander lead . there also seems to be a bit of belgian funk from the yeast but i do n t find it out of character or not mixing with the rest of aroma . some tropical fruits also are detectable in a less significant role . wheaty malt base . t wow an awful taste . flat no wit character . nothing promising from the nose comes up in the taste . mf dry . medium body with moderate carbonation . d notes no drinkability here i dumped it before i finished the bottle .,aroma,0.7,1
this beer pours a clear brown with a rapidly fading head . the aroma has hints of roasted nuts chocolate and raisins . the flavor has a mix of toast brandy and a coffee note and a bit of brandy . it s got a creamy full mouthfeel and a warming feeling as it goes down . avery old jubilation is a good representative of the style a bit too much like brandy . not recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer is great it is really drinkable and similiar to a beer i love by dogfish head. it pours brown obv and isnt too thick though which makes it nice and drinkable . nice caramelly roasted malts and color try this one if you are into nut browns or similair types .,aroma,0.6,1
had this on draft at henry s in portland the appearance is pretty strait forward stout a thick tan head that left a bit of lace paired with a very deep dark chocolate colored brew . smell was very appetizing a rich sour cherry with a bit of roasted malt . taste was not nearly as robust pretty much just a strong stout a nice bit of burnt malt and coffee coupled with a nice tartness from the cherry but not nearly as rich and complex as the aroma had me expecting . mouthfeel was very rich and creamy medium body . drinkablity was fine as far as stouts go stronger then you might realize but not something i could n t put down or would want a second pint of . somehow it did n t quite seem to all come together i ll have to revisit this beer in the future perhaps bottled .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a refrigerated can into a ounce tumbler . the head rose quickly causing me to pause while filling the glass . three fingers of rocky foam took minutes to dissipate to about inch . the brew is a clear amber looking a lot like a munich oktoberfest . aroma is mild with little indication of the beer s hoppy palate . wisconsin amber has a lot of the drinking characteristics of a pilsner jazzed up with some medium roasted malts . the mouthfeel is the best part very creamy considering the beer s relatively light body . wisconsin amber is a great session beer a light bodied brew with toasted malt up front to make things interesting .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap after the barrel aged behemoth . a darker than the normal klaus s no better smell than a stout or poter aged in barrels the roastiness and malt grow expontenitally from this process . t good taste was expecting alittle more on the bourboness acpect but that may be scewed due to the ba behemoth . m very silky smooth balance of flavors and everything d i could drink maybe of these in a sitting and that is it .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a deep amber . .little head. s nice sticky sweet aroma of caramel is most evident . also some mild chocolate notes . .the more i smell this the more impressed i become . .some dark fruitiness is there in the way of plums . .also some very mild spicy black pepper . t the dark fruits lead the way here . black cherries plums perhaps a little bit of raisins . the spicy peppery impression blends nicely . the caramel is strongly evident too and borders on cloying . not tasting the chocolate but it is definitely there in the aroma . m i d call it on the high side of medium bodied . certainly no worse than medium . pretty firm carbonation despite its flatish appearance. smooth. d i think this is pretty good . i was jacked up hearing this was the style chosen for this year as i have been mildly disappointed with the selections in the past five years . this is a decent dubbel . i immediately bought two six packs of this when i saw it and i anticipate purchasing more . hopefully they continue to make their snowstorm beers bigger tastier beers like this one .,aroma,0.9,1
ml . quite a dark nearly black pour about fingers of dark tan head . very frothy head that lasts . roast malt fig some caramel quite a bit of booze . some musty yeast as well . not quite sure what to make of this . flavor is quite an improvement on the aroma . a lot more caramel and chocolate . some malt chcolate covered dark fruits . finishes with a sweet cocoa . a smooth sweet ale not terribly complicated . drinkability is not that bad considering the abv . booziness in the nose does not translate nearly as much into the mouth . solid medium body carbonation in the appearance is more creamy and smooth . probably somewhere between the dark ale and stout that the bottle claims . worth checking out but fairly straight forward .,aroma,0.6,1
bottled on nov a dirty brown with just a touch of tan head and a fair amount of carbonation . s caramel malts predominate . sweet and toasty just inviting a big gulp . t malty upfront end note is hoppy a little astringent with alcohol bite . m a little thin upfront could benefit from some richness here . too watery d easy to drink but could benefit from some balancing of malts yeast and hops . o not a terrible dubbel but this one does n t stack up with some of more tasty versions i ve had of this style not a well rounded beer . to me this beer could use more malt more mouthfeel more yeast and less hop as well as the alcohol being hidden better . i ll be interested in how this one does with some aging .,aroma,0.8,1
bottled mar a pours a beautiful pink with a peach hue . pretty pink foam cap disappears quickly to a clean surface . really a pretty beer with murky clarity which lends well to the colors . s raspberry and lemons with a hint if mint . t sour with rapsberries and yeast . the beer tastes nice until i swallow . the finish on this is really yeasty and warm with a odd salinity to it . the finish is really destroying this beer for me . m medium bodied and full carb with a really slick and coating finish for me . o everything was great until i put it in my mouth . then it was downhill .,aroma,0.8,1
as my first experience with a lambic i was not sure what to expect from the beer . of course i knew the facts brewed in belgium fermentation occurs when openly exposed to wild bacterium . i chose to sample lindemans pche served cold . my first thoughts were as follows sweet tangy yet lacking in the strength of a full bodied flavor . somewhat although not wholly disappointed in the experience due to having broadened my horizons and my own knowledge of beer i chose to leave the bottle out on the counter rather than to refrigerate it . the next day as i could not fathom disliking a beer i poured again watching as the transparent lightly amber hued beverage danced into the glass . luke warm i discovered the very lack of flavor i had been missing . with the flavor of the peach so fully opened and exposed i could now truly appreciate the beer . i would suggest that everyone try it warm for it is a beer not lacking in character and an amazing example of beer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into my pint glass the beer is clear golden yellow . two fingers of off white head fade slowly to leave sticky lace everywhere . the aroma is pure pine and citrus hop goodness . grapefruit and lemons slathered in pine sap . nothing else to smell here . that s a good thing in my book . the flavor is pretty much a mirror of the nose . loads of citrus and pine assult your taste buds . a modest amount of malt helps to keep this from going off the rails into unbalanced territory . bitter mouth puckering finish . medium body with plenty of carbonation . overall a fantastic aipa . so glad i was able to secure a few bottles of this .,aroma,1.0,1
location cellar serving oz the scent of this piva is spot on and really is inviting . i have n t had any other coffee stouts so i am by far means an expert . the taste is a little disappointing . with all the great reviews and the hefty price tag i was expecting a little better . but that being said it s still a great beer to be had . the mouth feel is exellent . the only downside is that it i would get bored of the taste after two of these . but still try this one if coffee stouts are your thing or you re just feeling like something different .,aroma,1.0,1
there are many more bier styles in deutschland than listed on beeradvocate . can we change this . . . . so i ll put this in the hefe weizen list although not completely appropriate . .its definately using the same yeast but i assume with dinkel or some other grains . this little hausbrauerei brewpub is nestled up in the small town of freudenstadt located in the schwarzwald. i recently visited it and was very happy with the bier as well as the food . three biers were on tap and they were having an american night . pretty funny to see actually . they had more american flags than a george bush press conference . overkill would be an understatement . anyways i would recommend the town and hausbrauerei . on to my third bier next up was the seasonal bier erntebier . ernte means harvest . this was a street i wont travel again . pours up a creamy head and is a light straw color . the aroma is malty and caramel . the flavor is fruity yeasty and malty . but the overwhelming aroma is butter diacetyl to be exact . at levels that made the bier not enjoyable. turm bru,aroma,0.3,0
pours orange and gold in color with a fog like through it . the is a carbon white head on it that leaves a classic white ring on the glass . smells of orange and pumpkin . taste like pumpkin . maybe a little rotine pumpkin . i really hate hammering a beer but there is nothing about this beer that tastes good . i simply could n t stomach it and it quickly started making my stomach turn . i thought i was going to get sick . three drinks and then the sink .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a hazy golden brown with some red tint in it much like the color of a rock formation in a western u.s. state park . the head was one finger of bright white smoothe foam which left a thin ring around the glass for the remainder of the session . sweet maple honey and floral wild flowers aroma with some undertones of oak reminded me of sitting on a porch in the woods of new england . overall the look and smell were comforting and inspiring . the taste was a quick let down along with the absence of body . in the mouth it felt like a weak combination selzter water and vinegar . the taste was lacking oil and bitterness of the hops were the only notable tastes but otherwise bland . left a pungent silky after taste .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance straight pour into a becker glass . the color is a deep completely opaque black no light passed through when i held it to my lamp . a thick three finger head of cappuccino colored foam developed and dissipated very slowly to leave a ring around the edge . smell loads of roasted glory . roasted chocolate coffee and caramel malts . there is also a nice toffee and molasses sweetness to keep the aroma balanced . there are also hints of dark berries to me it smelled like blueberry and raspberry . there is a little dark fruit in the mix as well . it is a very enticing aroma . taste more roasted glory and the first sip was a shock of burnt bitterness the overpowering intensity though passed after a couple sips . roasted chocolate and coffee malts . the caramel from the smell is there but it instead adds a touch of sweetness . the taste is nutty and also features flavors of dark fruit perhaps plum toffee molasses and vanilla . way deep down at the very end of each sip is a noticeable alcohol edge that tickles the back of the throat but it is very faint and does nothing to interfere with the other flavors . drinkability excellent beer . it is very complex flavorful and warming . drink six of these and i will guarantee you will wake up with a headache at least i will .,aroma,1.0,1
this was third in my series of tasters at blue palms last night . appearance is basically the same as that of the year . nothing special just looks like the average stout . the nose is actually pretty mild not nearly as sweet smelling as the year . deep heavy scent with bourbon and chocolate . the first sip is startling though . the boozyness really jumps out almost to the point of being harsh . i was initially a bit shocked at just how strong the whisky character was in this beer . however as i got used to it the flavor mellowed out and revealed a slightly darker more mature and less sweet version of the year . mouthfeel was a bit on the sharp and boozy side but not unpleasantly so . i thought the was better but this was really good and i wonder if aging would serve this one well .,aroma,1.0,1
chicory stout pours very dark almost black with some ruby notes around the edges . it has a half inch just creamy off white head that dissipates to a light covering and leaves a bit of lacing down the sides of the glass . the nose is great with notes of roasted barley chocolate malt and a little bit of coffee . the taste is good but not great with the same coffee and chocolate and roasty flavors . has some creaminess as well which is very nice . the beer is medium bodied but is a bit light on carbonation .,aroma,0.9,1
hand delivered from vilnius to moscow thanks wayne . the bottle is brown half liter with a stubby neck and a gold and black label featuring nothing but writing all in lithuanian for the domestic packaging . thus no clue about ingredients . best before i opened it on . pours a clear light reddish brown under a one finger tan head that fades fairly quickly to film and collar . no lace . the strong sweet caramel nose immediately kicks the salivary glands into gear . the mouth is fairly prickly and fairly clean with just a bit of syrupy stickiness . the taste is defined by sugary sweetness with caramel up the wazoo . the hops are dormant at first but get stronger as the session continues . the bitterness is never a bite but rather a bit of dryness to balance the sweetness . this is very smooth but perhaps a bit too sweet .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . brown bottle . pilsner glass . a pours a clear golden yellow with high carbonation . one finger white head forms then quickly disappears leaving no lacing . s thin aroma . just malts and a watery scent . t m light to medium bodied with mostly malts being tasted . no real sweetness with a small hop presence . a tingle from the carbonation is their . finishes actually very dry and slightly bitter . d this beer is mediocre . nothing stands out to me that would make me want to buy again . cheers,aroma,0.3,0
i ve always stayed away from this beer because it was a dollar out the door beer . but for bucks a pk can be well worth it for a mate on a budget . i think this beer can be enjoyable if you have a thirst to get drunk.or not depends on ones taste . but im glad i picked up this pk nice bottle clean taste.little after taste and easy drink ability .,aroma,0.4,0
i filled my liter oktoberfest mug with a oz . of this stuff . very foamy white suds like a washing machine with too much soap . very clear yellow gold fluid . it s stinky beer . like chemicals hay and corn . nothing pleasant . hint of sweetness in the taste but otherwise not very good . but not much worse than bud . typical cheap beer . watery and cheaply available in the college classic oz . i d buy it again if i only had two bucks in my pocket and i was walking past the cvs . i could drink it behind the dumpster .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a copper color with a coarse head that fades quickly . s sour aroma with apple citrus and raisin notes . t the fruit from the smell does not come through at all . strange dry malt flavor dominates and leaves no room for anything else . d this brew looked and smelled good but is way off the mark on taste . where taste is concerned this beer does n t even come close to resembling a saison .,aroma,0.8,1
reviewed bottle laurent caf brugge belgium pours a fizzy golden brown color good sized head lasting frothy good lacing . flower malty aroma not much like a belgian more malty . malty flavor flowery sweet grapey taste . some alcohol . malty aftertaste a little strong flavor . alright .,aroma,0.6,1
i ve had this beer for too long it happens . enjoy by feb . oops . appearance a honey colored brew with a creamy tan head of about a finger . a wisp of sediment reaching down a bit like a funnel cloud . aroma weak slightly stale smelling malt . some vague sweetness . taste english malt base tasty a touch of hops . the honey i do n t taste but the sweetness is there . a little bite of hoppiness well after the swallow a delayed effect . not bad for a beer months past its best by date . mouthfeel softly carbonated smooth well done . drinkability i enjoyed this beer and was impressed how well it held up this far past its peak . it deserves another tasting with a fresher bottle methinks .,aroma,0.4,0
a very dark black coffee color with a small thin foamy slightly creamy cafe colored head . disappears pretty fast leaving a thin patchy lace . s pretty good aroma . chocolate and coffee are both strong but not overpowering . sweet malt and caramel along with a sweet creamy and milk chocolate smell . fairly sweet with a touch of bitterness . i m liking it more as i smell it more . t much more bitter chocolate coffee and metallic flavor than the nose and not as sweet . the malt is more grainy than caramel . has a definite roasted taste along with the slightly acidic coffee flavor . m light body and average carbonation . way to thin and watery slightly slick . d goes down easy and it gets a bit better as it warms but it just does n t make me want to drink more . unfortunately it just does n t live up to the nose . notes nose was great but the rest just does n t live up to that expectation and is just an average beer . more bitter roasted acidic like flavors with coffee and chocolate being there . body is just too thin and watery .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . served cold . a ink black body mocha colored head . s dry grain smell cardboard t old hops stale some sweet grain flavor m medium and very watery d not a very good representation of the style . the whole beer has a number of off putting qualities . especially in the mouthfeel department . i would not drink this beer again .,aroma,0.3,0
oily black w rusty accents pours with almost no head . strong dark chocolate with hints of roasted coffee on the nose . taste is roasty malty and sweet with prominent bitter chocolate and coffee notes . very thin mouthfeel finishes rather brief with a faint lingering smokiness . drinks very smooth and easy with blatant yet pleasant flavor .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to jcwattsrugger for this one that he got from decaturstevo pours very dark brown almost black with a very thin head that becomes a lasting swirl . some trailing lace slides down the glass . the smell is of coffee with a bit of roastiness chocolate hints of dark fruit and a touch of vanilla . the taste is of coffee dark malt and a hint of peat . there is some chocolate . the flavors blend together . unfortunately there is a touch of vinegar mixed in bringing down the taste a bit . finishes with a balanced sweetness . it has a medium body with a touch of slickness . glides down nicely with no astringency to speak of . it smells nicer than it tastes imo but is still a nice porter .,aroma,0.9,1
i was outside on my deck it was still at pm thought i d crack one of these hefes open for a nice refresher . a poured into a pint glass almost no head formed what did form was made up of large bubbles and quickly disappated to thin coat . what was left did leave a little lacing . color was a meduim golden straw and quite cloudy . i can drink any color beer but the head on this was just not impressive . s bread grain yeast banana clove and orange citrus . smelled pretty darn good t the smells listed above that made it smell so good had an opposite affct on my palate . for hefe i just thought the spices citrus and banana were too strong tasted more like a americanized belguin wit beer than a hefe . also had a buttery sweetness that put me off a little m fairly medium body for this style was expecting more of a light body . was also quite fizzy for having no head almost soda like with bubbles popping all over in my mouth . not all that refreshing on the aforementioned hot evening . d with all the negativity above you might think the drinkability was going to be low but afterall it is beer . and this one is still quite drinakble i could have several in a sitting . a beer club selection that i have bottles left . i will try again and will modify improve the review if warranted . week later i tried this again last night still no head still smells great still tastes sweet and too spicy . i added a lemon like some people do with hefe it improved this one but i ca n t let this justify raising the taste score as it should stand on its own .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance pours a clear light amber color with a frothy head that nicely laces the glass smell enticing fruit aromas of grapefruit mango and pineapple taste the grainy and fruit flavors battle it out up front with the raw grain ultimately downing the citrus flavor that was so enticing in the aroma by mid palate the flavor profile becomes really harsh after the swallow the sweeter caramel and honey malt flavors start to build but never completely offset the harsher grain elements mouthfeel medium body with moderate carbonation drinkability this is one schizophrenic beer if it only tasted like it smelled it would be terrific,aroma,0.9,1
at the brewpub . a munich style . smelt like sweaty gym clothes not mine . light yellow with a bit of head and lace . sourish i think from some wheat and yeast implosion . this led to one european at my table to actually like it . light body.unknown style .,aroma,0.3,0
this beer is totally disappointing . its not that its a bad beer but aroma and flavor are just largely not present . its neutral the way that guinness is neutral to an experienced drinker . if you are not a fan of the general style then its a strong flavor but i just expect more character then this from an abbey ale . there is a slight after taste of pennies which is annoying but even that is so faint its nearly not there . its very drinkable because its neutral but not actually good . have it with food instead of diet soda .,aroma,0.4,0
my first review from a canned beer although most certainly not my first canned beer . a a foamy yellow tinted white head sits atop the rusty colored liquid . i tend to like the darker colored iipa s and this one has got me excited . s smells hoppy nothing special going on really . some citrus . t pretty impressed by my first sip . the caramel sweetness really comes at you strong . it might have been a little surprising if i had n t read reviews of this beer before . the hops are there as well of course and hold their own fantastically . citrus is strong in this one but some decent piney flavors rise up to meet you . a faint herbal hop flavor is down in there as well . and the bitterness does n t beat you over the head it seems to build and burn the longer you keep it in your mouth . a pretty special beer . m slick and a bit oily medium to full bodied . a little chewy too . d easy drinking beer and it s in a can . nuff said . i m sure the debate has gone round and round about the success of any possible cellaring but i ll probably give it a bit of a go . it s just beer i m guessing i ll still enjoy drinking it in a few months time .,aroma,0.6,1
was excited to see this at the corner store i was thinking i d love some kind of spring time beer right now and this jumped out at me . at first i was very impressed . great crisp light flavour with a little complexity and a very good drinkable taste . the color and smell are not anything special but i think this beer is quite a success . it has a light almost lager look and taste but more carbonated and more body . it is not too sweet but has a interesting flavour of herbs and creaminess . i do n t know what style profile they are going for but it seems like a pretty good effort . perfect for a spring day in the sun and enough alcohol to make you feel good about it .,aroma,0.4,0
jet black and opaque . creamy dense well retained tan head . belgian lace remains . bittersweet chocolate coffeeish roasted barley rum and pepper laced alcohol in aroma . static aromawise no change occurs as the beer breathes . velvety smooth rich milk chocolate rolls over the tongue at first then yields to notes of bourbon soaked raisins carob and vanilla like oak . mellow butterscotch undertone . full bodied viscous and oily . hop bitterness is overrun by intense chocolate driven malt . finishes long w pronounced butter and toffee laced residual sweetness lingering . soothing alcohol warmth emerges late from mid esophagus . truly delicious and outstanding . the only missing quality preventing utter greatness was the understated aroma . with the overall depth of malt profile and richness that can be overlooked . owd mac s is akin to an imperial dominion oak barrel stout . original gravity of . p . big bold delicious and a worthy dessert beer or aperitif . worth travelling for . i pleaded to no avail to have my growler filled up with this fine beer . too much alcohol they said . in the beer or in me .,aroma,0.7,1
i had a taster of this at the pub a few days ago and i ll say while it s not to my tastes i think some folks would really like it . the aroma is powerful with the start anise and burbon really dominating a hint ot the orange came out but after tasting all i could smell was the bourdon and black licorice flavor start anise . to me the bourbon overpowers the rest of the beer so if you re more of a bourbon drinker this would be right up your alley . it s interesting and as advertised i d say the malt profile just does n t stand up to the strong bourbon and licorice flavors .,aroma,0.8,1
poured oz to tulip . appearance pours very pale copper finger head that lingers a little . not a lot of visible carbonation . smell pretty straightforward honestly . some nice carmel notes to the malts and a strong hop presence . think i m getting a lot of centennial in the nose but ca n t be sure . some boozyness to it . taste again pretty rich malts that fade into a nice hop bitterness that really lingers . lot of grapefruit and pine in the hop bill . little boozy warmth near the end but not unpleasant and well disguised with the heavy hop presence . mouthfeel round . it s an imperial though so not surprising . velvety not a lot of carbonation . drinkability pretty excellent really . take your time with this one it gives you a lot to think about between sips . the hops really hang around and the alcohol makes its presence known .,aroma,1.0,1
i tried this oatmeal stout simply because it was a samuel smith . and usually their stuff is really good . but there were both ups and downs to this interesting brew . it poured pitch black into a regular glass with very little head quickly disappearing into a fine lace around the rim . the scent is quite strong with the obvious oatmeal and hints of raisin . someother fruit that i ca n t point my finger on thought it s not fig . very pleasant and nice to look at but that s where the pleasantries end . you take a sip and initially the mouthfeel is mild and underwhelming with a grainy malty taste . not much to get excited about and then the aftertaste hits you when you swallow . a little on the bitter side and quite bland with no taste . i can see this as a nice addition to a meal . but on it s own it s a little bit disappointing . not a bad beer though .,aroma,1.0,1
a crimson gold color . head is gone within a few seconds . pretty decent lacing for a s this is the best part of this beer . it rivals any decent dipa . floral pine caramel . real in your face eye opener . t at ibu and i was expecting a hop bomb that was crazy unbalanced but the scottish golden grain holds up against the hops . i keep comparing this to a dipa which i know i shouldnt do but the fact its not and it stands up to some says a lot m low carbonation . real bitter and dry mouth with a little astringent flavor d besides my mouth being super dry and bitter its a great session beer . one of the best ipas ive had considering the flavor of the beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a very dark mahoganny bordering on black . a light tan head does n t stay around for the party and only leaves a ring around the glass with no lace . great nose on this beer . dark roasted malts espresso bitter chocolate vanilla bean and some black currant . unfortunately the taste of this beer does not follow up on the nose . very one dimensional with little complexity . you mainly get a big slap in the face of dark roasted malt with some bitter chocolate and coffee in the finish . mouthfeel is thin yet bold . i wo n t be drinking many more of these .,aroma,0.9,1
pours dark ruby with a good bubbly head that quickly goes away leaving a thin film of bubbles . good carbonation . nose smells like yummy cherries the kind of nose you get from a cherry infused cider . taste is at first a nice fermented cherry but quickly turns into an almost diet soda sweetness . as it breathes the diet soda ness but still maintains a strong sugary taste . does n t really have any beer like qualities .,aroma,0.8,1
reminds me of heineken or stella artois but differs slightly in that this beer has a fuller taste . it s a beer i was happy to get my hands on before i even tasted it being that i live in the us . very easy to drink not a big fan of the smell . i would definitely drink this beer again if given the opportunity .,aroma,0.4,0
a very little carbo . hazy reddish tan color . faint wispy head . noticeable ring on the side of glass as yopu drink . s faint fruitiness some bread aromas . there seems to be some type of berry aroma i cant pu my finger on . i think there may be some wheat in here . t its ok for an amber i wish the malt and hops would show their flavors more as they seem to be just meddled together in there . a bit of sour maltiness as you drink . which gives away to just plain hoip bitterness . m.f. has a full hearty feel to it . carbo is light on the tounge . a bit like liquid bread . d my parents picked this up for me when they toured the brewery . while it is not bad i wouldnt go for it again . but in all honesty this was just a run of the mill craft brew . it says it was aged in a cave but it doesnt go to any lenghts to describe the aging process . did they just throw a glass bottle in a cave . big deal this needs more character .,aroma,0.9,1
not bad at all if you are in to ice beers . i can drink this stuff all day but choose not to . very strong alcohol taste and the aftertaste will turn most off after the first few drinks . even though it is a miller product they raised the bar a millimeter for this brew . much better than any other miller product out there . slight tastes of corn also crossed my palate . not a bad price either .,aroma,0.4,0
freshness is not indicated but g is imprinted on the oz bottle . fizzy straw color appearance with a fast dissolving head to near noexistence . light hay aroma is typical for the style but not my thing and it does n t even come off that well in comparison to other macro lagers imho . everything else is just par for a style that does n t offer much excitement for a beer enthusiast . thin mouthfeel whereas the carnbonation is hit most noticable trait . the adjuncification fits right in with its class as it has a light cereal grain flavor and not much else . nothing about this beer sets it apart from others of its style so i will take pbr or similar variant to this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a pint glass . appearance very dark with a dark brown head that dissipates almost instantly . smell very malty with strong hints of chocolate . taste very sour tasting at the beginning followed by maltiness with a dry aftertaste . the sourness is similar to that of milk and is very prevalent that gets stronger as the beer warms . mouthfeel highly carbonated with a light body feel . drinkability this beer has a unique taste with the first few sips but the sourness gains the more you drink and near the end is nothing impressive nor desired . i would not drink another .,aroma,0.8,1
apperance i was supprised by the head form . it had more foam to it then i thought it would . the color is clear clear pale yellow . almost a tint of golden . head retention is very minimal but lacing is pretty good . very nice color . nose very slight nose . a tiny bit sweet malt . taste very clean . the taste almost instantly goes away and your left with that taste in your mouth like you just finished a glass of tap water . im not quite sure what i taste . banana and maybe some lemon and lime . very clean crisp finish . notes more drinkable than a bud light or regular budweiser . i was not let down .,aroma,0.4,0
uggh . intensely repulsive . i understand that someone likes this but who . it s a combination of mildly peppery and spicy clamato juice and beer . the fishy smell is repulsive and the tomato does n t help the flavor . but who can fault the beer . if a b had n t mixed it the people who drink this stuff would have done it themselves . . . ahghghhhh . it gives me shivers just thinking about it . i really do n t think i could learn to drink this even if i was on a deserted island . but that s just me . so how do you judge this . i m going to have to go with quickly . . .,aroma,0.2,0
the colour is golden yellow . the small foam dissolves almost instantly into a thin white ring . the smell is almost non existent but there are some notes of white bread and malt . the carbon dioxide is quite strong with medium sized bubbles . the taste got a little more bitterness than i expected but it decreases into a fine balanced body with a nice body of sweet malt and gentle hops . there are notes of white bread and almonds . the aftertaste is very mild wit a little hint of marzipan . this is a standard type lager but a little better than the average . a note on the name karhu is finnish for bear . iv a is the tax class for this beer many beers in finland is made in several different percentages of alcohol .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle in pint glass this one pours thick and syrupy with no head . black with dark amber highlights against light . it sits on the tongue with a heaviness but not as thickly as it looks . creamy with a strong hop bite about halfway through the taste . the alcohol is warming to the throat . it does not seem to be well balance . the strong bite the thickness and the strong alcohol are not coming together on this one . the combination of the three are overwhelming and seems overdone .,aroma,0.8,1
a one finger of white head on a clear deep golden body . the head dissipates quickly and leaves no lace . s moderately fruity yeast with earthy floral honey . very mead like . t honey and brown sugar up front . muddled spices in the middle clove cinnamon and allspice in small amounts . the finish is dark and thick with more honey and quite a bit of dark chocolate with earthy red pepper . m medium yet very oily body moderate carbonation and a somewhat sweet finish . d like all of dfh s ancient ales this is a weird one . the spices are muddled and really do n t come off very well but the chocolate is very nice and oddly adds a lot to the mouthfeel . this is almost like a spiced holiday version of midas touch . worth trying . once .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a pale golden straw color with ample white head that leaves nice lacing on the glass . depending on how you pour there could be a good deal of cloudiness due to the bottle conditioning and the resulting sediment . s almost no aroma but what is there is mostly sweet with a hint of pine . t somewhat watered down flavor overall . slightly buttery hop flavor with some pine and a little malt body . m very light and watered down . fairly light carbonation . slightly dry . overall not a great ipa especially when the label talks up the minute boil and the hops . it s actually quite watered down . the flavor is n t bad it s just so light . this brewery makes some creative beers i had their coconut wheat at the great taste of the midwest and it was very good so this is disappointing .,aroma,0.4,0
vintage comes in an interesting . oz bottle and after i get off the cap surprise . i need to go find my corkscrew . poured from the bottle into a mini snifter beer is a deep amber brown with no head just some bubbles on top from the pour . as i swirl the beer around the snifter it leaves small dots of lacing on the glass . the nose is very complex a mix of fruity spicy earthy and oaky tones . black licorice or anise also comes to mind . the taste falls a little short for me while sharing some of the complexities of the nose the flavor is reminiscent of watered down whiskey and is also watery on the mouthfeel and dead on carbonation . there is also a drying acrid presence . drinkability of this one is lowered by the fact that i do n t really enjoy this old ale . i was really excited when i opened the bottle and i feel let down .,aroma,0.9,1
vintage pours a ruby red color with huge tan head that sticks for a while . strong lacing . very inviting and good looking beer . hops in the aroma and mop water smell in the background . taste is hoppy up front with a big malt bill . different than any other beer . strong bitterness . i ve heard this beer compared to an dipa oftentimes but that s not what i m tasting . mouthfeel is thick with basically no carbonation . i like this beer and probably should have bought more as i m interested in seeing what this would turn into over time .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from bottle into small cocktail glass . a poured non transparent black with tan head rising afterwards about a finger high . lots of lacing left around the glass . s dark chocolate with hints of coffee and malts towards the end . t again chocolates and coffee upfront with slight sweetness of malts . m full bodied with high carbonation . d definitely a sipping beer . definitely would love to have more in the future .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle color of dark orange with a decent off white head nose of fresh hops pine mint resin cannabis and slight malts taste of fresh hops slight mint resin cannabis and slight malts body is smooth but too watery and with low to medium carbonation aftertaste of some metallic hops and resin,aroma,0.9,1
poured a typical dark black stout color with finger tan head . head hangs tough for about minutes and fades into a thin film . nose exploded with coffee and cream roasted barley and chocolate . very full and nice aroma probably the beers best quality . taste was sharp coffee bitterness at the start with smooth milky sweetness following . slightly slick bittersweet chocolate flavor backs everything up . the mouthfeel is oily but rather light . not very much weight from the mouthfeel perspective rather thin . finishes bittersweet and quick . overall a descent stout . the body could be better . complexity could be a bit better as well . the aroma of this beer is what really shines everything else is just above average .,aroma,0.9,1
dark brown color with a very nice roasted malt flavor nutty overtones that provide a nice tasting nut brown.the brew needs to be a little heavier in my opinion paul brown nut brown does not have much aroma but what it lacks in aroma is made up in flavor,aroma,0.4,0
a fantastic dark crimson in color with a generour head and sticky lacing . this head isnt budging its here to stay . smells deep malty nots of caramel bread and munich . slight metalic note as well . taste is very full and slick . great mouthfeel . malty notes balanced with an almost harsh bitterness . very good beer .,aroma,0.6,1
thank you very much to a customer for this beer . what a treat . vintage a almost stout like in appearance no head fizzy swirl of carb in the middle of a color devoid structure . s vanilla cherry oak intense strong amazing smells . .omg . .there is n t a single hint of sour beer behind this nose . simply smooth vanilla and cherry . awesome . .ca n t remember a better nose on a sour . . t starts off smooth nothing much going on served at degrees f. then spice phenols tartness tanginess oh man . this is great . . m solid brick of a mouthfeel with a few glimmers of carbonation . nothing exceptionally nasty about the brick that i speak of but it is different . .all together a different beer but for mouthfeel i d expect something flat to taste like this but in all it provides the right amount of carbonation . nice . o best flemish red i ve ever tried . period . duchesse on crack .,aroma,1.0,1
a very clear orange brown copper color . what little head there was disappeared within seconds leaving no remains . s sweet fruit and malt smell with some alcohol . t very sweet and rich fruity taste . bitter at the end . can taste the alcohol but not as much as i expected at abv . m thick and syrupy . almost no carbonation . overall a nice sipping beer . not one i d have more than a couple in a sitting .,aroma,0.9,1
had a half pint sample of this at the richbrau brewpub . it s a solid contender to other ipas out there . nothing particular made it stand out from the crowd but it was definately good and strong and hoppy . the hoppiness threatened to become too grassy at points but mellowed out in my throat . definately a repeat .,aroma,0.6,1
on tap at bj s in valencia ca . pours an opaque black with a inch dense foamy tan head that fades to a small cap . thick and sticky ring lacing on the drink down . smell is not impressive with watery dark malt and stale coffee . tastes of roasted malt and watery coffee . very thick and creamy mouthfeel . overall i would n t drink this very often . i guess i sort of was obligated to try it on tap for st. patrick s day .,aroma,0.4,0
purchased at worden s in missoula mt . presentation . oz bottle with no freshness info . poured into my duvel tulip . appearance deep cherry cough syrip red approaching black . inch head upon pour which fades immediately . absolutely no lacing . looks rather lifeless . smell it does smell very good . i will give it that much . loads of dark and milk chocolate . one of the more chocolate scents i have set my nose upon in a beer . taste damn was hoping for chocolate and got a very watered down nonfat nestles quick . very watery and even a touch sour . chocolate is there but extremely thin . mild amount of hops thrown in as well . mouthfeel thin watery with a lower carbonation level . slight chocolate aftertaste . drinkability i was high on this beer because i had never heard or seen of it before . paid and wish i had spent my money on a different beer .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a pint glass . i m generally fine with most of the sam adams products especially those that are a little out of the ordinary i.e . imperial pilsner . however their cherry wheat misses the mark . the look is fine nice golden color with a nice white head that leaves some lacing . the smell is not so great maraschino cherry syrup very sweet and cloying . the taste is not so cloying but still nothing good too sweet when there should be some tartness . mouthfeel is like soda bordering on harsh . yeah this is n t my cup of tea but i could see people enjoying this one . it s like beer but not . recommendation to avoid .,aroma,0.3,0
this has a nice hop smell right out of the bottle . with smells of carmel malts and a sweet smell . it pours a deep amber red color with a finger head . the head disappears quickly but leaves a small line of head on top . the taste was slightly hoppy on the front of the tongue but dry on the back end . this really was nothing special just an ok beer . bottle poured into glass .,aroma,0.9,1
i poured into a pint glass to one inch of white head . it is gold in color . the aroma is grainy sweet with alcohol . the taste is sweet with alcohol . the mouthfell is thin . this is a rough beer to drink . the abv is great for getting ripped but other than that it s worthless . do n t get me wrong . every now and then you just need to get lit .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle conditioned nearly black with ruby highlights and light tan foam built of distinctly visible bubbles piling up like tiny ball bearing rising from the glass . one of the loudest beers i ve poured it fizzed furiously from the first pour and bubbles continue to rise a good thirty minutes . phenolic and medicinal it stinks like apple cider gone bad . is this infected . so carbonated i can hardly taste a thing through the unpleasantly biting bubbles . okay now i get a powerful alcoholic harshness . somewhere in there is a suggestion of raisins and a peculiar woody finish . ugh . i paid . for a ml bottle . what a burn .,aroma,0.2,0
thanks to mulder . murky apricot with a healthy just off white porous head . flecks of lace and a slight ring . loads of caramelised malt and fruity esters . rich toffee banana clove glace cherries cola boiled candy . the pungency of the wheat prevents it from becoming cloying . delish . rather sweet . custard apples banana fairy floss and clove . nice flavours but some darker fruit character would n t go astray . light to medium bodied . deceptive carbonation and a touch of dryness . nice . good stuff . a smorgasbord of confectionery aromas and flavours made to order for a sweet tooth .,aroma,0.9,1
i bought of six pack of this beer for the winter season and was mildly disappointed with what i got . the beer has a nice dark appearance with only a slight lacing on top . the smell is the first thing i noticed with this beer . there is the overpowering scent of nutmeg cinnamon and some other christmas seasonings . the taste is about what you would expect from the smell . the cinnamon and the nutmeg dominate so much that it almost fails to taste like a beer . there is a bitter aftertaste too which does n t match with the rest of the flavors . overall the beer offers like drinkability as i could n t have more than a couple in a sitting . overall this is not a bad beer to have once or twice during the winter season but you will be disappointed if you expect anything more .,aroma,0.9,1
pours an exceptionally clear amber with a thick but small cream colored head that fades down to a swirl and leaves only a bit of stringy lacing . aroma is impressive for the style with some sweet citrus in the form of oranges and light grassy notes . the toasted caramel malts are present but not as dominant as i was expecting . there is also more fruitiness like some sugar coated apples or something . very sweet for an esb . the taste is not as impressive as the hops are much less fruity and have only a faint earthy spiciness up front before the toasted bready malts and caramel take over . the finish has some sugary fruit but not nearly as much as the aroma suggested . finish is fairly dry with a near metallic bitterness . the mouthfeel is smooth and creamy for the style with a more sugary presence than most esbs . it s probably a tad fuller than most as well . it s an original take on the style and the delta hops are something i heve n t experienced much . i definitely think it gives the beer especially the aroma a unique character . better than i was expecting .,aroma,0.9,1
a great hop bomb from moylan s . i saw this one in bevmo about weeks ago and picked up two bottles along with bottles of their dipa also very good but more easily found than this one . i wish i had picked up more of this . monster bitterness . oustanding pine and cedar aroma . as i drink this the bitterness taste bud region in my tongue goes haywire . not sure what the ibu s are on this but it has to be over . lingering bitterness . i still can pick up on the malt backbone though . if i see this one again in the future i will buy a bunch up i dig it .,aroma,1.0,1
. oz bottle best before date of served in wine glasses during girlfriends b day . pours deep ruby amber with minimal head . brilliant . smell of grapes cherry spice and plum . lactic sour with a sweet front yet dry finish . quite bubbly with a champagne like mouthfeel . overall a great beer for those special occasions in my opinion though not for everyone .,aroma,1.0,1
dark orange with some mild coppery highlights . very thin head that quickly diminished to nothing . the nose was . empty . very faint maltiness no hop presence . really surprised by the lack of hop presence in the flavor . sweet maltiness throughout with some barely perceivable hop notes . bitterness come through on the finish but in an almost tea like manner . medium light mouthfeel with mild carbonation . not impressed by this one .,aroma,0.4,0
pack from decicco s in ardsley . lagunitas sucks is a great beer name . the liquid is a pretty bright golden color with a small amount of whitw bubbles barely a skim moderate lacing though squiggly lines . smell is on the sweet side but hoppy as well sweet bubblegum scent weed juicy citrus and a malt punch great scent . taste is enjoyable alot of different things balancing sweet and hoppy in that order with the above mentioned scents going into the taste without the weed . feel is on the light side for a double carb is light in most of the bottles i had . this is good beer but the sweet outguns the hoppy in the end . i could do a bottle of this in a sitting but nothing more just too much . lagunitas continues to up their anne . they do n t go the hype massive inperial stout route they just do them who can fault that .,aroma,1.0,1
i used to live close to trinity before i became an advocate . i passed through providence today on the way back from a concert and had a chance to stop in for a few . the oktoberfest was always a favorite and i was happy to try it and record my thoughts . the color was a deep amber garnet . it had a light head and no lace to speak of . the nose had some malt and a light note of candy . you taste the malt immediately with just a hint of the hop bite . more hops in the middle and just a hint of alcohol on the back . it has a medium heavy mouth feel and a great drinkability . its still one of my favorite trinity beers .,aroma,0.6,1
poured on draft at kickbacks in jacksonvile . this is not a beer that i would normally drink but due to the limited availability i had to try it . pours a dark brown with a tan head that slowly disipates . no lacing on the glass . smells of grape and hops . tastes like a brown ale wine or liquor . .almost like a belgian ale but not as carbonated . i wo n t try this one again . but i can appreciate the work that went into this brew .,aroma,0.9,1
no doubt this is an acquired taste . i for one couldnt keep my nose out of the glass . what an aroma . . . funky fruity sweetyeast vinegar spicemagic marker sugar oak vanilla cherries sour candies.you cant count all the smells . the taste is equally thrilling.sour and mouth puckering one minute sweet and succulent the next . i enjoy this style by taking long deep sniffs followed by small slow sips . i swear that you can experience something different each time . this brew is a little sweeter than expected and very earthy . at times it seems to have a musty woods like quality about it . the tart acidity is refreshing and really clears the pallet for another sip . the liquid is a deep brownish red with a respectable head . theres a lot of carbonation and a medium body . lingering funky finish . very easy to drink .,aroma,1.0,1
i m reviewing this for a friend . a pours a clear slightly gold color with a fizzy fizzy head that dies down to a couple centimeters of head . leaves no lacing . has bubbles rising to the top . s vegetable smells with a little bit of metallic edge . very little aroma . a little very light pils malt . skunky . t m taste has more body . has a decent malt core but very little hopping at all though i didnt expect it . carbonation actually isnt too bad just enough that it tingles a little over the palate but it goes down smooth and is drinkable haha . a little bit of sugary corn meal sweetness . not complex in flavor at all but thats not what the beer is about . has a little bit of sweet bread in the malt profile and thats about it . finishes watery and without a lingering aftertaste whatsoever . overall its a drinkable beer good mostly only for super hot days outside or for drinking easily in bulk . not as caustic on the palate as most reviews suggest .,aroma,0.2,0
the new oz red can instead of the previous releases plain silver pint can with applied yet more colorful sticker . my friend dan who lives now a mere couple of blocks from the brewery was kind enough to pick up a couple packs and bring this hoppy canned love back to the mother state of pa so i could share with friends . at best guess this brew has not been in the can for more than weeks . poured into a sa sensory glass this brew appears a golden color that is very hazed . initially fingers of yellowish stained foam appear to compose the head and receed fairly fast leaving patches of legwork all over the glass . the aroma of this brew is awesome . big credit here goes to the freshness . after having just recently harvested hops in my yard this brew smells like the next best thing . tons of grapefruit like sweetness coming off the nose mixed with a blend of other hop goodness that is grassy herbal and all around spicey . the taste of this brew is a little more balanced than what i remember from the last batch . while the major flavor bursting component here is the hops there is a slight toasted grainy sweetness to back this brew . the hops taste of citrus like grapefruit rind piney character herbs and spices . very bold amount of bitterness in this brew if you are in need a hop fix this is your medicine . this is a medium to full bodied brew with a moderate level of carbonation . a lasting amount of hop character clings to the inside of the mouth and just sticks with an oily and resinous power of retension that the head could have took a lesson from . for pushing almost alcohol i could get myself in trouble with a couple of these they go down easy .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer has a light hazy orange color and a thin head . the aroma has sour cherry spice and fig notes present . it has a light body with a relatively clean finish and subtle malt and figs . i m not sure why they d release this beer as their th anniversary option .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a clear yellow brew a bit darker than a budweiser . smell is not skunked got a good bottle . smell is a synthetic smell more like i am sniffing brake fluid than a beer . i finally can detect a mild sweet smell . taste is mildly sweet with a bit of corn taste to it . near tasteless . there is n t anything really nasty about the taste . it just is lacking the slightest malt or hop or grain flavors . mouthfeel budweiser at best . drinkable . it is in a flavorless chugable way . i can find better beers in mexico without really trying .,aroma,0.2,0
poured from a liter bottle and poured into several goblets . shared with a friend who received it in a trade . amber as it is poured and little head yields minimal lacing . no taste particularly stands out . the predominant flavor is that of bitter nuts caramel and vanilla . more malty than hoppy . would prefer a bit more lingering taste from this beer but still a good one to spend an evening with .,aroma,0.6,1
another head scratcher . .a wheat beer made with oven roasted beets . a gorgeous brilliant red copper with a medium white head that hangs on and leaves nice lace . s a bit of sweetness in the nse but not much else . t beet sweetness up front with underlying support from the biscuit malt . a bit of light spicy bitterness in the finish . m medium light body with a crisp dry finish . d nice easy to drink . very crisp and refreshing . another odd concoction that works well .,aroma,0.6,1
vintage . pours a dark copper color with a nice white head . stunning rich and assertive peach and banana nose . unfortunately flavor character and body do not follow . simple malt and an upleasantly bitter hop flavor does not leave one wanting more . short mouthfeel with turpentine unpleasant pine tar flavors . short thankfully finish . this vintage ale calls for aging . however nothing in body flavors or character could lead one to conclude that aging will help this dull simple and short flavored beer with a fantastic nose . smell it do n t drink it . just one guys opinion .,aroma,1.0,1
minimal head but what is does have is made of unusually large oboxious soda bubbles . that combined with an oddly familar dark brown color resembling . .can it be . the damn thing looks almost exactly like the coke i had right before it . the scent is somewhat malty but mostly a harsh unpleasent astringency . not many other reviewers seem to be noting a scent like that so i checked the freshness date to see if i got an old batch . nope nice and fresh so i guess it s supposed to be like that . i d say it was chock full of nasty chemicals but there s that german purity law claim on the label for what that s worth . the taste is fairly straightforward . maybe your fairly standard heavy lager with an unusual amount of grain in it and whatever is causing that rancid scent . honestly it tastes like someone left a can of fosters in a drainage ditch for a few days . still better than a lot of more standard pale lagers and definately better than the normal becks . drink it if your options are thin .,aroma,0.4,0
this pours a cloudy orange with little head that does n t last at all . plenty of sediment floating around . this is my first experience with this style but i m sure this is normal . not bad . the smell is kind of a bready orange for lack of a better term . i see that they use lemon but i catch its citrus cousin instead . i do n t mind a bit of orange in my beer . this smell is not as evident in the taste it is mostly light bread but not objectionable . it feels good on the mouth you do n t feel the sediment as all . pretty smooth really . as for drinkability i do n t want too many of these but one or two is n t bad . overall this is n t a bad beer and worth a try but is not memorable enough for me to seek either .,aroma,0.8,1
a golden to slightly brown with a very thin head . s very sweet and malty mostly apple and not much more . has a quality something along the line of other fruit beers like bbc s cherry wheat . t strange . somewhat beer like up front chased by a bitter apple juice . seems like it s not very well integrated . i m pretty sure i can get the same taste mixing a macro lager with apple juice . much less than i had hoped for . m thin and smooth slightly creamy . o it would n t be so bad if the finish was n t so sour . i d pass on these going forward .,aroma,0.7,1
pours midnight black with an inch of creamy tan head into a chalice . nose is molasses and licorice with some hints of smoke sweet dried plums and cherries in the background . it looks like a stout . taste is roasty toasty malts . more porter in the mouth rich coating mouthfeel . ut oh it s got that taste that usually brings on my allergic headache . yup . there it starts . okay sorry bells but this is n t my beer . see my beer note this beer has a malt to which i am apparently allergic and can not drink and so my drinkability score is unusually low . the low taste rating is simply because i did n t enjoy this beer and i m very jealous of the reviewer who managed to taste this on draft because i m stuck with five bottles i do n t want,aroma,0.8,1
not sure why this is listed as a bsda it should really be listed as an american wild ale . pours with a healthy f of foamy tan head over a thick burnt amber colored body . decent level of carbonation flowing up and lots of lacing left afterwards . aromas are fantastic pure wild ale . plenty of sweet sour mixed with dark fruits belgian yeast cinnamon like spice sneakers and horseblanket . slightly tinny up front on the palate and the flavors do n t rip your tastebuds as the aromas suggest . but still tastes terrific dark fruits plenty of woody bark character birch beer and a light pull of lemon like sour . carbonation seemed to disappear buried by some of the rich flavors . this was probably just average on the mouthfeel imo whether you consider this a wild ale or bsda . drinkability is quite high on this as with most offerings from jp . plenty of interesting aroma flavor and smooth going down .,aroma,1.0,1
had a point at some irish bar in west allis before a recent cubs brewers game a thin brownish red with a solid white head good retention and great lacing . excelent carbonation streams . n sweet malts and uh nothing else t sweet bready malts almost no hops caramel . mf light and bubbly . d downable like a light beer .,aroma,0.4,0
unfortunately dogfish head is not available here in minnesota so i am forced to drive to wisconsin to get this . beer pours a murky brown with a small dense wet head . it looks like a typical brown ale only slightly darker and with a small amount of sediment . upon first pour the nose is negligent revealing only a slight twinge of alcohol . as the beer warms the bouquet opens up and the malts show through . there are notes of caramel and nuts . very little hops in the nose . the palate is smooth and sweet . the dark brown malts are predominant with flavors of caramel nuts and brown sugar . there is a good hop bitterness in the finish to balance the sweetness of the malts . the individual characteristics of the hops do not come though but that is to be expected with this style . the palate finishes fairly boozy . as the other flavors of the beer dissipated i was left with nothing but an alcohol aftertaste . the mouth feel is thick but not dense or syrupy . the carbonation is appropriate but fades quickly leaving the beer flat by the time i finished the bottle . i am a huge fan of the beers of dogfish head but this is not one of my favorites . it is good but not overly impressive . my main complaint is that the alcohol takes over and makes the beer difficult to drink .,aroma,0.6,1
from tap to shaker glass at fast eddie s on from notes a caffine induced urine in color . . finger head zero lacing . s boiled corn husk . t sweet green apple canned corn and cereal grains . zero alcohol is detected by my palate . m like butter it s just slick and slides right on down my gullet . o when in rome . while sitting in a pool bar next to the mechanical bull i figured what the hell . i slipped into hipster mode and ordered up an ice cold pbr . this certainly is n t the first macro i reach for but it s one of the better session aal s out there . if you re in the mood for an adjunct you could certainly do a hell of a lot worse .,aroma,0.4,0
enjoyed at a beer geek tasting party with tcgoalie zoso and tchopcraver . thanks to tcgoalie and zoso for supplying the brew . appearance poured from a . oz bottle into a large wine glass . color is close to black with a little reddish brown around the edges of the glass . consistency is fairly thin not oily as the deep color might suggest . almost no head on this one only a small ring of tan bubbles remains after the pour . no discernible carbonation is present . smell a deep and delightful warm caress to the nostrils . chocolate molasses brandy and oak joint together for an exquisite amalgamation . wonderfully sugary earthy and effervescent . taste quite hot . definitely feels like drinking a glass of brandy . the warming sensation follows the beer all the way down and then tries to sneak back out of your throat even after you re done . the big malt punch is offset well by a dry oak presence however and the pleasant flavors of molasses brown sugar and coffee greet the drinker with jubilation . mouthfeel medium bodied and very warm but with a surprisingly dry finish . alcohol creeps around the esophagus throughout . drinkability fairly drinkable despite the hotness . the dry finish provides some relief and might allow me to indulge in a couple of these .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle . the smell of fresh cannabis bud took me back to the days of yore with hydros and grow lights . poured with no head . the taste was grapefruit bittersweet with enough of a malt presence to keep the hops from overwhelming . the full body of this brew carries the flavors nicely . probably the best of stones widely availible beers .,aroma,1.0,1
this could have been called more green than black ipa as it smelled and tasted of super fresh out of the packet hop pellets . very resinous very enthralling aromas . if you want to know what a dank beer smells like here it is . smells amazing . the pine and citra form a wave of hoppy goodness . pours a dark brown not black with a small tan head . hop flavor is nice and piney . unlike some black ipas the malt character does not come through somewhat on this one and are taken by the hops . mouthfeel is smooth . well done and a great cause,aroma,1.0,1
this is a stout through and through . black in color fluffy tan head with thin lacing . one of those beers that you just do n t want to quit sniffing . very addicting aromas . thick chocolatey dark fudge coffee accents with heaps of dark fruits thrown in and integrated almost perfectly . sweet malty aromas lay behind the sheen of fruit and lend towards caramel and vanilla . mollasses black currant black raspberry and black cherry dominate the fruit with hints of mission fig . rich and roasty flavors of coffee but not nearly as complex as the nose would lead you to believe . the roasty flavors seem to overpower the fruit and chocolate . the underlyings are very bitter chocolate flavors black currant with hints of blackberry . mollasses also is notable in the finish . this is a very dry stout that lingers for a long time that i find slightly displeasing . damn good stout worth drinking if for only the smell . but there are other fish in the sea i d buy before this stout .,aroma,0.9,1
i had the version of this on two separate occasions both times i had the same reaction . twice it was served to me in a one ounce shot glass for a high price . me and my friends who also ordered it slowly sipped on this masterpiece after enjoying a few easier to drink beers . this beer is something else . the alcohol content really defines this for me . it is actually pretty rough to get down . at it s more like a liquor than a beer . the flavor was almost wine like . it was think but not heavy . it also had a twang of sweetness to it . this is something to be savored . definitely not to be drank regularly . i did find it hard to drink despite that it was excellent .,aroma,1.0,1
a poured in a tulip glass slight amberish color . minor lacing on the glass s not impressed with this one at all . kinda has a malt liquor smell to tell you the truth . t caramel upfront then a honey like substance on the finish . i think it s more honey to me than anything and that s not a bad thing . it s sorta like drinking malt liquor but with a honey taste mf nothing to speak of here sorta thick and does n t coat your tongue with anything to enjoy . o i would buy this over any macro lager any day that being said. i m disappointed with this beer a lot . i paid like dollars for a pack and did n t get an enjoyable experience from it . this is one of the local brewery s in va near me and i was hoping for better .,aroma,0.3,0
pours dark orange with a nice pure white head . huge lacing . smell is pure hops limes lemons . .lemon marange pie . perfect . . . you have to smell this one . tastes of bitter hops of course but just enough sugars to balance . lots of carbonation medium mouthfeel . alcohol taste and burn . great brew . memorable .,aroma,1.0,1
a the pour is a nice deep amber color that verges onto brown toward the center of the glass and has a nice bubbley white head rise out of it before falling to a ring around the glass . s great smell . sort of a clean sour note to it if that makes any sense . it has a funky earth tone to it taht i m attributing to the hibiscus and endive . really plesent smelling without being outragously sour smelling . there s actually a lot of complexity in this guy . with a swirl a little alcohol aroma comes out more and is intertwinded with the fruity earthy sour notes so make it a little more harsh . t the taste is interesting . not nearly as sour as it could be . a very light sour actually with a strong earthy vegetable sort of flavor to it . there is a good amount of funk to it as well . a little woodiness comes through and the sour notes sort of stick to the roof of your mouth for some reason if that makes sense . very interesting . m dirty and raw feeling . i love it . sort of a rough finish that lasts in your mouth . d pretty good . this is a decent brew . i wish it would have soured just a little more . on the sour scale i would call this a soft sour and my preference is more of the mid ground . worth checking out however .,aroma,1.0,1
since my macro days are for the most part over this will be a rare review for me . in a panic last saturday night i had to drink on a budget and since i was short for a double bastard i had to think cheap . a six pack of cans was on sale for the appealing price of . . at least i had sunday beer for this state does not allow the purchase of beer outside of bars on the sabbath . this cheap beer came packaged in red white and blue cans that look eerily like diet pop . the beer pours out an unappealing lemonade color . the smell was almost non existent as was the head . a little wave of froth popped its head when the can was poured but it instantly dissapated . the taste was not much of a surprise for a macro a miniscule hint of hops and malt then a relatively well mixed attack of adjunct i believe corn in this case . very watery but not offensive in taste like budweiser . overall this beer is not too darn bad for what it is much better than any of the bigger american macros but not too darn good either . i ll probably save this for gameday drinking and or drinking on a budget .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance what a marvelous looking beer in the glass . this thing just looks like a chocolate bomb . dark black in color with a dark tan almost brown hefty head . layer of tan creaminess is left on top after the head vanishes . smell creamy and smooth with an overwhelming presence of chocolate . it s a bitter smelling bakers chocolate in this one if i had to guess . taste mouthfeel takes the smell and kicks it up a notch . very smooth and creamy in the mouth . meadium body but nothing too harsh . i ca n t get over how smooth this is . creamy as hell with a huge bitter bakers chocolate that tko s the tastebuds . finish is very bitter and somewhat powdery . a coffee note comes in just a bit in the aftertaste . drinkability would i have another one of these . yes and another and another and another . this is one mean ass beer to throw down as a dessert itself . pair it up with something anything and do n t share . you ll want it all just for yourself .,aroma,0.7,1
first beer review for me i felt i had to for this one . poured out of a bottle with the familiar van honsebrouck logo and a bottled on date . i used a standard pint glass . appearance thickly poured a velvety crimson quickly forming a frothy light red two finger head . surprisingly large bubbles present . sits pretty in the glass with very slightly opaque reddish brown color . small carbonation bubbles climb slowly through the glass . smell cherries . take a cherry coke and toss in some extra cherries . the ale smell is very faint and mostly just reminds you that there is alcohol present . overpowering . taste sweet sweet cherries . starts out tasting like cold cherries and finishes tasting like warm cherries . somewhere in the middle the comforting belgian ale makes a cameo slightly nutty and creamy and then the cherries ride back in . warm alcohol taste lingers long after the sip along with some kind of sweetness honey . brown sugar . i m not sure . very sweet throughout . mouthfeel smooth and silky . the brew sits in the glass thick but glides in my mouth well . carbonation feel at the beginning lessens toward the end . drinkability i m sorry to say that i would not drink this again . it was a challenge getting through the first pt . fl oz bottle as the sweetness and constant cherry tastes were simply overpowering . this is most definitely a dessert beer and i do n t see anyone able to drink much more than bottle . if they d tone the cherries back a bunch the fine ale tastes that are present but strangled out would in the opinion of this reviewer significantly increase my enjoyment of this beer . please let me know what you think of the review . as i said it is my first and i want to improve upon this skill . thanks a lot .,aroma,0.4,0
this review considers the abv version . i like the appearance of it aswell as the smell . think hop juice lots of tropical fruits citrus even a hint of licorice . the fun ends here . the taste i pure hops a light bitter liquid that leave a long aftertaste . thats it really . i think it needs a bigger body and a bit more malt to be enjoyable . but it s certainly very interesting for a beer with alcohol in it .,aroma,0.8,1
best by feb. pours dark cherry brown with a finger reddish white head that left some spotted lacing smells of raspberries and much much else but very nice taste is where this beer falls off sour tart musty raspberries that is disgusting a huge let down after the nose mouthfeel is light medium but very forgetful after the bad taste drinkability is bad if the taste is not there why would i want to drink it i only drank oz just so i could finish this review,aroma,0.8,1
appearance very attractive brass colored beige head good lacing smell dates and toffee rich and enticing taste lightly sweet flavor generally echos the aroma . good but i expected it to be just a bit richer . maybe with some age . mouthfeel slightly more carbonation than i d like in a strong ale that makes the mouthfeel of this beer seem just a bit thin drinkability the easy going nature of this beer makes it very drinkable,aroma,1.0,1
deep black in color nice slight tan head that lingers down the glass.subtle aroma of malt.slight chocolate smell.roasted flavor dominates.hints of licorice.very subtle sourness in the backround.full bodied mouthfeel.a very drinkable beer comes off more as a stout then old ale to me.very enjoyable none the less .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a dark cloudy rose . very little head is present although with the amount of alcohol that s present in the beer it can be pretty much expected . smell is strongly of brown sugar and an almost oatmeal like flavor . first sip adds to the consensus of a brown sugar presence in the beer . it s sweet in a very intense way while at the same time not being an overly sweet beer . big in sweet malty flavor rich in texture and feel and unbelievably alcoholic . a truly awesome beer .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from oz bottle into pint glass . a this beer comes out of the bottle an odd mix between orange and pink grapefruit . in the glass it is the color of clear apple cider with fine streams of bubbles coming up . no head . no lacing . s has an aroma of apple cider mixed with a heavy dose of cloves and a very mild hint of pumpkin . a little tart or sour smelling . also some mild banana like esters . t well aside from the extremely overpowering spices they use in this brew i get lots of cloves cinnamon nutmeg i can just barely eek out some semblance of pumpkin flavor . the cidery character carries over into the taste as well . no real malty presence here which makes for an overly spiced and watery brew . yuck . m over carbonated . watery thin . mildy astringent aftertaste that leaves the mouth feeling dry and oddly numb . overall this is a pretty bad beer . enough said .,aroma,0.6,1
i ll admit not a bad example of bottom fermented macro swill . very clear pale lemon gold colour . topped by big frothy pure white head . this fades to a persistent layer of foam which seems to last indefinitely . a bit of lacing is left behind . a stupidly large number of bubbles can be seen rising from the bottom of the glass in this respect it looks like soda or something . smell is quite weak but fruity and clean . slightly boozy and yeasty some fermented fruit smells apple . too . not bad but barely there . taste is quite weak and overall somewhat sweet and finishes dry . slightly fruity fermented boozy flavours lurk up front . these are accompanied by a dry soft yeastyness . quite nice . a wee bit of hops appears near the end offering a slightly spicy dry bitterness . carbonation is quite soft and works well with thinnish body . sorta watery but mouthfeel is decent . drink it cold and its quite okay . subdued but inoffensive flavours and aroma light body all work together for a decently drinkable beer . i did n t pay for the bottles i obtained pretty good free beer .,aroma,0.4,0
this is the most odd example of a quadrupel i ve yet experienced and by far the hoppiest . so hoppy that it almost ceases to be anything like the style it is intended to be assuming that it is even intended to be a quad based totally on the fact that the monk on the bottle is wearing a medallion with the number . this probably would n t be the case if they did n t use high alpha american varieties such as summit chinook and amarillo . as a quadrupel i do n t much care for it but as a totally unique style of beer it is actually quite the tasty beverage like a dark ipa . the beer looks good . has a nice deep ruby brown color fairly clear and with little carbonation . nice off white head with little staying power but a decent lacing . a little on the light side for a quad but it looks convincing enough . the smell is where things really start to get interesting . the first thing i detected was the summit hops which i had regocnized from a batch of recent homebrew . also has the distinct fruity amarillo aroma . behind the hops are specialty dark belgian malts such as special b and munich . very good combination . as i noted before it almost tastes like a new and unique style a dark ipa . the taste is very similar to the nose but with the exception of a very strong pacman yeast flavor . wtf is up with this yeast strain . it can ruin an otherwise great beer with a huge diacetyl flavor . the taste starts off with a nice sweet caramel flavor with the aromatic hops flavors but then the buttery flavor takes over . has a fairly rough bitterness in the finish . tastes nothing like a belgian style . it would have been great if they had actually used a belgian yeast strain which imo is what makes or breaks a belgian beer . you can use all the belgian malts you want to but if you use an american yeast strain it s going to taste like an american beer this particular one tastes like a very hoppy american brown ale . the mouthfeel is full and creamy with a light but prickly carbonation . the bitterness is rough and along with the burnt caramel diacetyl flavor it makes for a fairly unpleasant finish . while i do n t particularly care for the pacman strain with few exceptions . mmm shakespeare this beer has inspired me to make a belgian quad with an assload of high alpha american hops . it s a good idea gone wrong through a poor choice of yeast .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a ounce bottle into a beer glass . appearance pours a straight unapologetic black color . absolutely no browns or reds even when held directly to light . head is one finger high and milky tan . head recedes to about finger coating the surface of the beer but remaining intact at that point . heavy lacing . smell bittersweet dark chocolate arabica coffee direct bitterness and a more than slight estery nose . sadly the alcohol detracts from the general enjoyment of this beer s smell to give it an average rather than good rating . taste mouthfeel beer is thick and malty going in with the sweetness from the chocolate up front . coffee like flavors are mild but flavorful . perhaps aged in a bourbon barrel . there s a nice woodiness to the taste . swirled upon the tongue a beautiful bitterness is present but is quickly put to rest by an uneven alcoholic bite . beer is nearly chewable perfect for a stout . drinkability i would definitely recommend this beer as drinkable . it has a plethora of flavors without being too busy and aside from the peculiar alcohol presence it s really really good . if this were perhaps a percentage point lower in alcohol it would be nearly perfect . but the higher than average abv seems a little forced here . nonetheless a good drink .,aroma,0.6,1
saranac mountain ale pours a slightly cloudy deep amber with red tinting . the soft head falls to a slick within a moment . this is the third saranac product in as many days and i just cant understand what the deal is with their aromatics being so massively retarded in everything i have tasted thus far . you can taste the sweetness from the fruit on the tip of the tongue and on the lips but there is no way to clearly equate the taste of the flavorings with what is actually installed in the brew nor are you able to recognize the variety of fruit i am sure that there must be some artificial flavoring s used in this product based on the diagnostic residual telltale sign . .one that leaves a peculiar off taste in the mouth . the brew finishes quite dry with an ever so slight nose of blueberry . flabby flat and unfocused this brew is drinkable but falls well off from others that are similar to the style . needs some backbone to be a contender . potentially enjoyable but just fair at best .,aroma,0.3,0
my favorite fruit beer . served in a chilled glass white head that disappears quickly . beer has a very slightly red hue to it . . smells great . . . very blueberry . the blueberry flavor hits the mouth right at the begining and finishes with smoothly. great beer for those hot summer evenings . a must try for those just starting to try fruit beers .,aroma,1.0,1
poured an opaque dark orange . the cream colored head was soft froth that lingered and stuck to the glass . smells like spicy wet grass and oak . lots of flavors happening firstly sweet malt and nutmeg candied yams . then comes the tingling hops all the while the alcohol peaking through . the feel is the best category for me with this . it is sticky and smooth and leaves a bitter dry funk on the tongue . i love to drink this beer . it is easy to find at my local wal mart and is a go to when i want a balance of sorts .,aroma,0.6,1
a clear gold with a head that s short thin and temporary . i m not pulling much off this other than yeast and citrus . it s not weak but it s not so pleasant . resides on the middle of the tongue with a strong staining honey and bound to a yeast base with a cleansing hop finish . no citrus but comes to life in the middle third . wheat and what i d call sweet cloves but no banana hefeweizen feel . it s belgian strong . zesty . pair it with a spicy dish . oily slim but sharp bubbles . full bodied robust .,aroma,0.4,0
hazza . it use to be the closest place i could get this was east wyoming now they have brought this brew to central iowa . i m more of a red fan but this brown actually ahs a somewhat creamy feel to it . not much carbonation or aroma but the flavor has a bit of a kick at first which mellows out in the middle then has a heavy medium after feel . another reason for me to stop in at fareway .,aroma,0.6,1
pale gold body with an ok head . slightly sweet aroma . light sweet malt bit of corn . no hops . immensely drinkable . no bad flavors . but then there s not a lot of flavor involved at all . i m glad that they said they brewed this tongue in cheek in their description of the beer . still better than budweiser though . i m still convinced that corn is a much more acceptable adjunct than rice .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a growler at the brewery . a orange and cloudy . settles out a bit darker to an orange amber color . s smells strongly of pumpkin spice and a little hoppy . t tastes like a typical pumpkin ale . nothing overly outstanding but it is good and true to the style . enough of the pumpkin flavor in the finish with some sweetness . m a fair amount of carbonation . the beer is generally light bodies but the carbonation makes it a little slow to drink . d it is drinkable but i felt a little done with it having a second glass . great for the season and a solid job by greenport .,aroma,0.9,1
a sampled from a black ceramic bottle pours a clear pale amber color with a sticky finger head that settles into an off white cap . leaves plenty of lacing all the way down the glass . s full of fruity aromas grapefruit cantaloupe and oranges . some sweet foral scents as well . t wow . not what i was expecting given the fruity aroma . consists of a strong bitterness that i ca n t quite pinpoint kind of tastes like your chewing on fresh tree bark . afterward the caramel malt flavor comes out until giving way to a strong alcohol presence . m medium body and moderate carbonation . d the extreme bitterness and noticeable alcohol flavor make this a single serving brew for me .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a new belgium chalice black with a thin tan head . minimal lacing . the smell is strong of both a carmel brandy and a little alcohol is evident . the taste is mellow for the strong scents but it is very smooth . the alcohol that was apparent in the scent is not in the mouthfeel which is very nice .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance poured into glass with very little head but did leave a bit of lacing on the glass . smell aroma was bery pleasing with a definite berry aroma . taste wonderful . had a very malty berry flavor that left a nice coating on the tongue . mouthfeel very nice body with very little aftertaste other than the berry . drinkability easy drinker for a change of pace . could n t sit and drink them all day .,aroma,0.9,1
had this sunday night at the cock n bull . poured into a pint glass . it is very dark brown but not opaque with a small tan head that vanishes to a lace ringing the inside of the glass . the smell is stunning . if i could bottle this and wear it i would . it s a strong roasty malt with caramel to it . the roast smell is intense and enticing . just incredible . the taste is great but does not live up tot he smell . it has an almost burnt roastiness to it which is delicious but it s not as robust as i expected from the nose though it does improve as it warms with the caramel notes becoming more prominent . the mouthfeel is thin to me . i expected a lot more body . the carbonation is moderate . it s very drinkable . i would give it a . on drinkability if it had a little more body .,aroma,1.0,1
served in pilsner glass poured from bottle . appearance poured cloudy golden brown quick two finger head that quickly retreats to health one finger head . smell immediate and strong hop smell . almost ipa like . ever so slight malt german . . did i say hops . taste very intense pilsner taste intense hops finishes with alcoholic bite a bit unbalanced . alcohol predominant taste . nothing light about this beer . mouthfeel nice carbonation . very heavy pleasantly mouthfeel the imperial malting shines here . drinkability seems to be a true imperial in that all elements seemed double that of a traditional . like other imperial or double pilsners i ve had this seems to be a novelty . i would give this one to someone as an example of what could be done with the style or drink it myself for something different but i do n t think this will end up in my old standards . i am just not a huge fan of pilsners,aroma,0.9,1
appearance poured with a nice foamy tan head that dissipated slowly leaving little lacing at the top of my glass . the beer is dark brown and lets a little light through on the edges showing a pretty reddish tint . smell strong coffee roasted malt sweet molasses and some sweet dark berry aroma at the end . very small amount of alcohol towards the end . taste strong roasted malt coffee very light metallic flavor and some sweet chocolate . mouthfeel thinner body nice and smooth some nice small bubble carbonation leaves mouth with a light roasted dry feel . overall outstanding drinkability good basic flavors . the coffee aroma is much stronger than the coffee flavor . overall lighter than many other porters but that contributes to the great drinkability .,aroma,0.9,1
got this can at a shop across from the train station in schaerbeek brussels belgium today . i do n t like stinky beer and this one stinks literally like cabbage farts . poured with a really nice big foamy textured head and a little lace . pale clear gold color . the aroma shows up in the flavor too but not as bad . still . hard to get around that .,aroma,0.2,0
on tap coles . a light to medium orange with a small amount of white head that very quickly disappeared . s a huge grapefruit aroma dominates the nose . some pine and a sweet malt backbone add some additional layers to the nose . the grapefruit is no fresh and juicy . subperb . t huge bitterness up front with grapefruit and pine . a decent sweet malt backbone provides some balance and a touch of caramel and bready notes . the grapefruit flavour is not as abundant as the nose indicated but is definitely present . about half way through the grapefruit flavour begins to fade and only the bitter remains from the hops which is a little disappointing . m medium body moderate carbonation .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dense golden orange with a lingering white head and some lacing . has a very fruity nose . apricots banana pineapple . lots of herbal and spicey notes and belgian yeast . very enticing . taste has quite a bit of belgian yeast and spice . coriander clove . some fruitiness as described in the aroma and honey for a welcome sweetness and an underlying hop presence all makes for a well balanced and exceptional tasting beer . medium to full body with a long dry finish with just a bit of both the sweetness and hop bitterness carrying through . smooth with the perfect carbonation and plenty of warming alcohol . really enjoying sipping on this one .,aroma,1.0,1
orange amber with creamy off white head . smells spectacular playful floral notes backed up by a candy malt note with a hint of musk . it reminds me a little bit of a perfume i wear in the summer serge lutens fleur d oranger which highlights the orange blossom flower and cumin . this ale is heady in that respect . in short it smells damn sexy . this is a very sweet malty dipa . biscuit and bread notes along with cotton candy accentuate the malt profile . there is also a jammy berry note lingering about or this is a unique perception of the floral hops and sweet malts interacting . the hops are both floral and piney and there is a touch of juiciness to the hop profile . finish is long and eventually dries out . the alcohol is n t buried but it is n t easily perceived either . i this is a very rich double ipa and one bomber is plenty . some of its characteristics are not quite dipa territory . it s probably not everyone s cup of tea read ale but i must say i find it to be a really exciting ale . the market is saturated with ipas and dipas it s nice to see someone interpret the style with some sass i would recommend it if you come across it . i suspect mine is extremely fresh as this shipment just came in to international beverage the other day and i am in md . so it is a must try if you find it fresh in bottle . i would be interested in trying this on tap . this would go extremely well with a nice vegetarian indian meal . i can also see it bringing some ethiopian cuisine to life .,aroma,1.0,1
abita vanilla doubledog bottle bought at the wine thief in new haven connecticut for some five bucks . appearance the doubledog goes down with a thick pour producing two fingers of fluffy solid head with lotsa bubbles and pat steir like lacing . looks pretty good . smell fail . some sugar vanilla powder cheap chocolate . that s about it . taste a little better with a more pronounced chocolate profile and an alright but artificial vanilla finish . some faint roastiness around and a milky taste . reminds me of the milk stout my homebrewing friend gave me . mouthfeel thin thin thin . did i say thin . watery and unimpressive . two sips and i knew i would n t love this . overall very average indeed . there is a reason why i never drink abita . . i m full of a beer i did n t really enjoyed . i call bull on this .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a ounce can into a half liter beer glass . not all at once . appearance slightly heavier than straw colored and with a pretty decent head which recedes quickly leaving behind light to moderate lacing . does n t really look all that bad . smell i actually kind of appreciate the scent here . there s a very distinct wine like aroma with quite a bit of corniness to it . as a beer i would fail it but being a malt liquor gives it a little leeway there . slightly sweet n sour grape rubbing alcohol . taste mouthfeel dear god . it starts out very smooth nothing too over the top . beer is moderately oily with low carbonation . as it bubbles down however you get the feeling you have just imbibed some watered down gasoline . bitter to a fault pointless alcohol content . on the plus side it rinses very clean leaving you free to eat some chips or something to wash away the taste . drinkability only drink it to get drunk for next to nothing . would certainly never recommend this beer to anyone for any purpose .,aroma,0.8,1
served in a snifter thanks to tmoney for sharing this beer i m fairly certain i m gon na be the buzz kill on the reviews for this beer . i ve tried many variants of kvass all of which are kyle s fault . i hope that this one which is a different take on the style improves the style that is usually mediocre at best . this beer pours an translucent saffron color with a thick frothy head on the surface . the appearance was n t what made it unappetizing to me . the sulfurous aroma however was absolutely what i would consider the worst aspect of this beer . there was a lot of bread yeast aroma behind the sulfur as well . the taste was rather bland . i would say it tasted like water with bread yeast in it . like yeast in luke warm water that you are trying to prep to make homemade bread . the mouthfeel is thin but fine . overall i do n t think i could ever get into this beer . i m not sure what everyone was tasting with it but it sure as heck did n t taste all that great to me .,aroma,0.4,0
slightly hazy bronzey amber hue . good pillowy off white head fed by masses of fine carbonation . does n t look like it s hiding much but looks very nice all the same . very subdued nose . not much hoppiness . not much of anything really . maybe a very slight smoky sweetness . but i d expect a much more robust and fragrant nose from an esb . better bitterness on the palate with a resiny metallic hoppiness . it s still pretty subdued but it has some character at least . mouthfeel clean but a bit flat despite the carbonation . it s alright got a bit of bitterness to it . it s reasonably good and pretty drinkable . not the best bitter i ve had by a long shot .,aroma,0.4,0
oz lips of faith series bottle . pours a slightly cloudy orange brown with a thin inch white head . looks nice though i expected it to be maybe a shade darker . smells of all spice nutmeg some clove belgian malt plums . a nice interesting nose . flavor is nice too though maybe over the top with spices . biscuity malt body as expected from nb . some toffee and figs . a bit more like a spiced winter warmer than a biere de mars but i guess its a style that s open to some interpretation . fairly refreshing and not too heavy . medium bodied . quite good though nothing all that memorable .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to biegaman for opening up this one . pours an opaque dark brown red highlights thin off white head leaves some lace spots settles to a thin ring . smell is dates toffee chocolate some light roast touch of floral quite nice . taste is very roasty rich chocolate cherries bit of beef jerky smoke powdered milk weird fruitiness kind of cloying flavour . mouthfeel is medium to light bodied with low carbonation smooth sticky . something about this beer i do n t get . i enjoy the aroma a lot and the flavour as well but there are a couple that were off but my mouth felt kind of dirty after drinking it pretty strange i ll try this again but i m kind of on the fence at this point .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bomber into my pint tumbler this dipa is golden almost clear and had a healthy . finger head from a fairly vigorous pour . it left some lacing and maintained a small head for a good while . the aroma was stronger than many a citrus floral punch with bready notes . alcohol was noticeable . the taste was quite a disappointment after the nose . most of the great aroma was missing from the flavor leaving an overly sweet and malty flavor with indistinct strong lasting bitterness . there were some caramel candy flavor notes some musty and metallic off flavors and a few toasty malt notes . mouthfeel had some sourness around the edges of a medium to light body and a little alcohol warming . the carbonation added little to the enjoyment . also a malt stickiness . i now have to go and pour the second half of the bomber and decide if i really want to drink any more of this . on the bomber s second pour there was still a great head and a lot more cloudiness from the bottom of the bottle . the nose by this point was absent even though the brew had had a good opportunity to warm up from it s initial fridge temperature . the taste now warmed might be imagined to have a bit of an orange flavor note but mostly it s the same as originally described . as to drinkability sadly i m not sure this brew is worth finishing the last oz . that gives it a rather average to low drinkability rating . granted this bomber has been in my fridge for several months and who knows how long it took to get from idaho to me no date stamping or enjoy by suggestions . i d love to drink this closer to the source especially as a draft beer . but i m not inclined to buy another bottle of this apparently rather average imperial ipa especially at . bottle . despite a great name this bottle was rather disappointing .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this on tap at tank s taproom in tampa fl . appearance it poured a yellow body with a small white head holding poorly and leaving no lacing . smell lots and lots of blueberries . taste heavily carbonated citrusy and an overall feeling of blueberry soda . mouthfeel crisp . drinkability no more than average . do n t drink and review .,aroma,0.8,1
a . deep dark amber brown tinged with some yeast . s. i did n t reallt notice much of a smell . almost no nose at all . t. strong hints of caramel . quite a sugary ale with almost no hint of hops except at the very end . m. heavy and full low level of carbonation d. quite high this is deservedly so the flagship beer of brewer s art . it taste s fantastic out of the chalice in which they serve it . eucharistically delicious .,aroma,0.6,1
i ve been slightly off the pale ales of late as i have felt overwhelmed by their ubiquity . nevertheless i wo n t turn down one that i ve never tried and the folks from columbus certainly helped my willingness . the pour was a cloudy medium to dark honey which i did not expect and the white head was decent full . the aroma however threw me for a loop as it was an astringent cat pee aroma with hints of concord grapes . very off putting . the flavor however was not of urine thank god . rather it was light but full with good hops not too sharp or sour and with mild citrus tones . weird but good .,aroma,0.3,0
deep caramelly raisin brown . two and a half finger off white head . retention is decent a slight cap is left perched atop . very minimal lacing . my lord is there ever a lot going on in the nose . dark raisins toffee and brown sugar are at the forefront . a more subtle yet noticeable spiciness is sett just behind . clove and cinnamon with a strong dry cocoa scent develop more as the beer warms . this is the type of beer that if you try to smell everything you will never drink it . to me honest the intensity of the nose almost gives off a slight smokiness . the flavor is a bit more simplified than the nose that is not to say the flavor is not complex . brown sugar raisins and cloves roll across the palate before transitioning to a deeper cocoa flavor midpalate . dark fruit and spice flavors linger on the back of the palate . the flavor is very heavy but the body is fairly light in comparison . overall medium bodied with carbonation which is a bit high for the style . the texture is smooth and the finish is long . glad to have finally tried this beer . it was an experience matched by no other . while i may not enjoy the flavors as much as other i do appreciate the quality of this brew . one bottle is enough for me . definitely one to pick up at some point in your beer journey .,aroma,1.0,1
presentation ml brown bottle purple label bottle embosed with ram logo best before sep . appearance black as you can get of of the darkest ive seen . light brown tanned head small streams of bubbles flowing up the side of the glass . wonderfull head and retention . perfect lacing in a symetrical pattern . perfect . smell pretty faint compared to what i was expecting . some burnt malt stout like aroma . faint hops aroma crisp ut a littel disapointing . improved as it cooled revealing more burnt malts . taste heavy burnt bitter malt profile hits you hard . sweet chocolate in the background while a nice beefy coffee hit presents itselfs . hops balance the massive malt profile pretty well . a touch of alcohol . wonderfully complex stout . love the heavy bitterness . not as chocolatey as i predicted but so damn yummy still . theres a wonderfull sweet coffee like flavour across the back of the pallate . aftertaste is a combination of charcol bitterness balanced well with a hop profile . mouthfeel thick and packed to the brim with body . invitingly dry the way it gets you to drink even more though you know it will just make your mouth dryer . sweet up front with a balanced bitterness easy as to drink low carbonation . a little oily buttery . drikability a beer this flavourfull couldnt get much easier to drink . but the sweetness bitterness is of extreemes and would eventually get too much .,aroma,0.6,1
head stays put various bubbles like a swiss cheese falling away to lace on the glass . the color is cherry amber . the nose is very week but has distinct hops and a hint of malt . the flavor is nearly exceptional . effervescences is little tiny bubbles that continuously stream throughout the beer . the malt is a mixture of fruity notes with champagne like taste in the undertones . the palate is pleased and satisfied . there is nearly no aftertaste what so ever . . clean . i used to believe the french should stick to wine the st time i tried fischer . that must have been an old batch . i am very pleased and will definitely buy this one again i should have bought more mentally kicking myself .,aroma,0.6,1
purchased at the bc provincial liquor store in invermere b.c . presentation . oz clear bottle with no dates on the bottle . poured into my duvel tulip . appearance copper colored pour with a inch head and minor lace . smell have a feeling that this may have been a skunked bottle . not really any whiskey or oak scents here . smelled like wet cardboard and ashes . very bad scent . taste luckily barely any of the skunk was in the flavor . thin malt flavor with a touch of oak . could taste a bit of whiskey but not much to speak of . had a small portion of that ashes taste though . mouthfeel medium carbonation a tad watery and thin . touch creamy . drinkability i ll pass on this one again unless i find it straight from the cask . then i would give it another shot .,aroma,0.3,0
i was very excited to try this for the first time and to be honest it was n t entirely my bag . the beer poured thick and very dark brown almost black with a gorgeous frothy tan head with big bubbles . the nose was the winning feature for me . it was a stunning coffee and chocolate explosion . it almost reminded me of a warm bowl of oatmeal with mocha covering it . really pretty and right on the money with what i was hoping for . the taste was a little disappointing for me . perhaps it was the hype that everyone has for this beer but it was n t amazing for me . it had a thick goopy mouthfeel that felt a little off balance for me . it was a little too bitter and i really tasted the alcohol . the carbonation was great really helping to cut the bitterness but it still felt too hot for me . overall i was not super impressed . i get why people like the beer but it s not my thing . i do n t think i ll be buying this again but i would n t fight it if i had to drink it again .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to objectivemonkey for this one . looks like a soft black that reveals a touch of brown when held to the light . the head fell in time to a muddy brown collar . smells of an amusing blend of smoke and chocolate with only a touch of coffee between . there s an odd green pepper and celery behind the dryer notes that remind me of a rauch . i also detect the faintest sting of alcohol . tastes quite the same with a similar balance with a touch more coffee but it fades more to a dry co sting . the celery is more present here too . this finishes out with a pleasant light smoke and a touch of tasty but weak coffee . over all the flavors seem a bit distant . feels glassy with a slight roughing up by a late emergence of carbonation . it also seems to sting my mouth a bit . a neat take on the style for sure but not my favorite . a great pairing with bbq ribs .,aroma,0.9,1
part of the beers of summer pack . poured into a pint glass this beer is a nice dull golden color with a head that quickly dissapated . very sparse on the smell side of things although it does hint of spice via the hops . the first taste is very light bodied and rolls off the tongue like a lighter beer think labatt blue . definitely too watery for my taste .,aroma,0.4,0
i ll keep this one quick as in if you do n t have much good to say you should n t say anything but i ve been a fan of some of boaks creations monster mash two blind monks and was surprised that this left a lot to be desired . without getting too specific the flavor was somewhere between a real wooden beanie . and a mouthful of pennies . it was quite acidic going down with a metallic aftertaste . not quite what i expected when thinking about jack daniels and vanilla both of which i got none of . i ll stay away from this one . .,aroma,0.8,1
a no light through glass at all . very tight tan head . s mild malts spice and chocolate . t chocolate malts dried fruit hints of spice in finish . m good coating with a tingle all over the tongue and top of throat . hint of heat probably from a spice rather than alcohol . o different enough to order one . odd enough to order only one .,aroma,0.8,1
a little darker than a macrobrew lager . not much head in fact it dissolved very quickly . a horrible burnt rubber smell greeted my nose almost immediately . this was verified by a beer drinking associate who said ew . the beer tasted better than it smelled . i guess it would have to . richer and maltier than a macrobrew lager . a little sweet for my taste but better than your average lager in my opinion . a little less fizz would improve the drinking experience .,aroma,0.3,0
pours out a cloudy light yellow hue with almost no head . smell . has a nice light and crispness to it . hops are present with a nice bouquet aroma . taste . hops are the dominant flavor here with a bit of a metalic taste . also has a small pepper taste . malts are nice in the backround . aftertaste is bittering . mouthfeel . light body crips and refreshing . however i would have liked to see more body . balance is somewhat there but seems a little off on the hop side . overall i find this one to be my least favorite from the brewery . it would be refreshing on a hot day but i find it lacking on the flavor and balance . also the appearance looks a bit strange as well .,aroma,0.8,1
a a dark and golden beer with copious amounts of head not much lacing . a nice color when lit indirectly . s wafts of hops and floral scents drift from the cup . that always gets me excited . t a smash of hops that completely floods your mouth that blends slowly to a malt crisp carbonation finish . there is a reason this beer is called maximus . on a side note the taste of this beer changes when slightly warmer . the malts seem to be more apparent . maybe just my imagination . m a heavier ipa thats not meant for a post sweat session but more for the sitting down with the boys at the pub . heavy on the senses . a great and slightly heavy ipa experience . the more i drink imperial ipa s the more in love i fall with them . this one comes highly recommended . i scored on the slightly conservative side even though my taste told me otherwise simply because i havent tried too many i ipa s . i definitely recommend .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark red color with some tanish brown in the mix . no head at all not great looking but the ruby color adds a lot to what would otherwise be a normal looking pour . s raspberries and chocolate dominate the nose . a lot of maple maltiness in this seems to come through smells like a nice dessert . t tastes a lot like a chocolate covered raspberry and cherry . there is a hint of sour in this that keeps it from tasting perfect maybe my bottle sat somewhere for too long . minimal alcohol burn . m dry and syrupy . not much carbonation pretty nice match for the taste . d easy enough to drink though the overall swetness would keep me from doing tons of it probably good because of the high alcohol content .,aroma,1.0,1
ml poured into my big gulden draak tulip a gentle pour of the thiriez xxtra yielded an almost full glass of white foam super dense and painfully long lasting . the beer itself is a slightly hazy gold with the massive head leaving huge chunky lace . the head alone would score a if it was n t so big that i ve got a long wait after every pour . smell is pretty classic dry minerals and sour citrus floral and sugary very appealing . taste is very full for a smaller beer but not what i was hoping for or smelled . mainly just a big punch of noble hops with a super spicy bitter finish and none of the sweet delicate fruit from the nose . very bitter and tonic like overpowered by the spice of the hops . a bit of a let down not bad but not my style . mouthfeel has a crisp carbonation but it s not as light as i was expecting almost like tannins perhaps dry hopping particles . drinkability is average this is pretty dry and bitter and is not as digestible as it should be for the size . while the low abv makes is sessionable the price does not .,aroma,0.9,1
i m starting to really like me some laguanitas as everything from them i ve tried so far has exceeded expectations which is a prime attribute in a brewer . this one pours tall and light golden in my weizen glass . the head is gone now but slight lace remains . fruity nose orange and berry hides wisps of wheat and hops . different is good here . wow a bit unexpected and i m not sure how to react . all the sunny fruit and wheat is whacked in the knee with a baseball bat by some hardcore hops . it s like the the beer pulls a one eighty halfway through and guns it in the opposite direction . the mouthfeel is perfect for the wheat part of this beer but a bit thin for the hop attack . certainly this is interesting and worthwhile to try . i have the rest of a sixer and the rest of the weekend so i hope this grows on me but right now i m a bit underwhelmed . did i speak too soon about lag .,aroma,0.9,1
sampled from a oz bottle thanks to imstillthegman . pours a hazy red brown colored ale that is almost red colored . skimpy tan head forms and then disappears . smell is sweet and a really fruity in aroma . the sweetness carries brown sugar and hay . quite spicy in aroma vanilla cinnamon and black pepper . fruit aromas are had to pick out fig raisin and grape are the ones i can positively identify . taste is not sweet with a quite strong hops and chocolate flavor at the start . smoke joins the initial flavors after a bit . and that is about it . this really tastes a lot more like a scottish ale than an altbier . mouthfeel is ok . this is an ok beer but i really expected more from victory . this just is n t in the same ballpark as alaskan amber much less the better german versions . honestly i think i could give this better scores if it was classed as a scottish ale and not an alt .,aroma,0.9,1
served from a . oz bottle into an sa lager glass . pours an unattractive dirty brass with a nice white finger head . head hangs around for a while before remaining as a nice floating film . nose is grainy pretty faint . taste is a bit metallic but a nice lager flavor lies underneath . fairly biting carbonation with some stickiness afterwards . this is a nice session beer but other than that it does n t really offer anything . it s actually quite filling .,aroma,0.4,0
got this in a mixed pack from a holiday beer club event . and i dont know who picked it but i should write them a thank you card . to start off good ole raspy on the front scares the crap out of me . once i build the courage to open the bottle it pours black black as night in norway during the winter . got a nice dark tan three finger head that sticks around for a while gets rocky and then dissipates with lots of lacing sticking to glass thick . this one obviously clocks in high . i get a little rubbing alcohol in the nose . even as it warms that alcohol smell sticks around . i think this one would be interesting to age to see if that mellows out a little bit . as far as complaints go the fact that i cant pick up anything else in the nose is the only one i have . the alcohol is in the taste but not as strong as it is in the nose . as it warms it is even less apparent . this stout is good . you get a little sweet on the tongue i assume from the chocolate malts a little bitter in the finish a great balance from the malts all the way through . very slight carbonation to tickle the tongue and create a great mouthfeel . it warmed me right up on a cold december day as i watched a flyers game . definitely something that should be sought after by stout lovers .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a bottle dated into a guinness pint glass a jet black with a quickly disappearing very brown head . one strange feature when poured it fizzes with carbonation like a soda very unusual and it continues to fizz for some time s chocolate molasses and bourbon t when cold it follows the nose but as it warms both the smell and tastes become overwhelmingly strong with bourbon almost too much m above average but due to the abv it s more like whiskey than stout d i hate to be contrary to others but i did n t really care for this it s described by others as a sipping beer and while i appreciate that if i wanted to drink bourbon i just would this did n t do it for me,aroma,0.8,1
poured into pint glass . formed a two finger tan head . slow dissipation with decent lacing . dark mahogany body with maroon edges . dark but not the blackout i was looking for . lots of roasted malts and black coffee in the nose . dark chocolate undertones . sharp and bitter on the tongue . some chocolate and coffee flavors in the background . the bitterness hides a lot of the roasted flavors . finishes with a sour warming alcohol kick . lighter mouth feel than expected . nicely creamy with just the right amount of carbonation . a little too bitter to be a multi pint per night drink . complex but not what i expected from an oatmeal stout .,aroma,0.9,1
here goes my very first gueuze. appearance interesting combination of cork and bottle cap. this beer pours an electroluminescent orange color with a very thin white head . smell one hundred percent bio has a very funky and strong aroma i actually found it to be quite staggering. probably because i m not yet acquainted with the style . a lot of barnyard funk and mustiness . taste wow this beer is sour . there s an immediate blast of mouth puckering sourness that sweeps the palate. very tart and highly acidic fruit flavors . mouthfeel the acidity in the taste definitely carries over into the mouthfeel sharp carbonation . overall this is one dynamic beer. i definitely need to try more cantillon .,aroma,1.0,1
a somewhat dark orangy yellow tan . quickly disappating dishsoap two finger head . cloudy and no visible rising carbonation . s decaying orange and fruity yeast . grapefruit but there s an odd lack of sweetness . something in the smell says watch out before consuming or do n t consume this . t does n t taste so wrong as the smell . not so sweet fruit like peach or mango with cream but just barely a bit of sweetness . decent balance but not a broad flavor . not really bitter . fairly neutral . m pretty dry mild stinging mediumish body . o ok. drinkable but not so special .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a mahogany brown color with red highlights . small off white head and light lacing with no visibly carbonation bubbles . smell is fantastic . nothing but chocolate covered toffee in the nose the lightest bit of roastiness and a hint of nuttiness . i love it . taste is reminiscent of heath bars . the rich chocolate and caramel flavors mix nicely and hop bitterness is virtually non existent . this is a malt bomb to be sure . thick and creamy feel to this one almost no carbonation bite at the end which i m sort of missing right now . if this beer was carbonated properly it would be a winner for sure . very drinkable for the high abv alcohol is well hidden . i enjoyed sipping on this six pack slowly over the last week . when oh when can we get oskar blues in minnesota . .,aroma,1.0,1
a golden clear body oily top zero head highlly carbonated . s like pepperoni dipped in bud light from the fiance . i happen to agree . light rice and pepper sauce . t like drinking hot sauce . not my style but it would be fantastic to cook with . initial taste is salty rice water . then it s all pepper . m oily coats the mouth and throat . burns all the way down . d i do n t know anyone that would enjoy this .,aroma,0.6,1
a thing of beauty in the dimpled pint pub mug . jet black with a perfect creamy tan head thanks to the nitro widget looked like chocolate milk as it poured . aroma was a pleasant roasted malt but nothing stands out . flavor is a pleasant dark roasted malt . a hint of coffee and chocolate but just a hint . i did not get any peat smoke as one often finds in dry irish stouts but it might have been hiding in the roasted malt flavor . flavor was not as roasted as guinness and not as assertive as murphy s . a bit on the mild side but very pleasant . mouthfeel was this beer s downfall very thin and watery even for a nitro can .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a beautifully clear golden orange with a solid finger head that melts slowly and remains sticky . aroma is slightly citrusy orange with slightly sweet malts . tastes of sweet malts typical for an imperial of any style but then a sudden infusion of citrus hops . lots and lots of citrus hops . somewhere in the middle is a piney hop presence . normally i do like like cream ales at all and avoided getting this one because of it but leave it to lagunitas to put a twist on a style that changes it completely . really nice .,aroma,0.6,1
poured out of a chilled bottle into a pint glass . a very light yellow completely transparent . head only lasts a minute at most . s whew . . like corona gone bad . t like a bad corona . could maybe see drinking this on a dive boat in mexico that s about it . and it would have to be degrees with the beer temp just above freezing . m similar to drinking a macro over carbonated and must be served downright cold to taste good . i did n t expect much and i did n t get a whole lot from this beer . avoid unless you absolutely love corona put in a lime to hide some of the bad tastes and smells of this beer .,aroma,0.2,0
xingu black beer brazil pours a lofty tan head over a black brew though it s rosy up to the light . carbonation is hard to gague and the nose is just a bit of light barley malt . the flavor is better than the nose lets on a bit of sweetish molasses up front with a ghost of hop in the finish . pretty one dimensional . mouthfeel is crisp and clean . frankly something this dark should have a little more going on than this does . by all means if it s on sale get a sixer if you re gon na mow the lawn but there s nothing special here .,aroma,0.4,0
a the pour is very clear into a head standing about of an inch tall . the body is a pale tan and looks refreshing . for a light beer the head is actually maintaining okay . s it has a faint scent consisting only of grain . t the taste is consistent with other light beers but a hint of lime is added . the lime flavor is extremely subtle which is a good thing because i would not be happy if this beer were lime flavored . m the feel is coarse and cold . nothing impressive here . for a light brew i have to admit this miller product is n t bad . i do n t think i d ever order one for myself while patronizing a local watering home but i would n t turn one down at a backyard barbecue .,aroma,0.4,0
inky black with a thick tam head . nice fluffy head that leaves a clumpy lace on the side of the glass . three floyds beers have a unique aroma . the hops come across thick and flowery . ive heard they use amarillo and columbus hops for aroma . many brewers could learn from these folks . the malt is there too just a touch of chocolate and espresso but its all about the hops . the flavor is nicely balanced . milk chocolate coffee a little toasted malt with just a mild flowery hop flavor on the finish . it really brightens up the flavor . nice sweetness right at the finish . slick smooth and rich mouth feel very nice very drinkable . great beer .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bottle poured into an imperial pint . no bottled date . a pours a copper amber color that produced no head formation except for some tan bubbles . s a spicy apple honey with bits of cranberry . t very dry with a musky like honey cranberry . has a big corn husk background . m a good carbonation level balance to it with a relatively good feel to it . slightly off putting with the muskiness corn husk . d a basically good beer to have around for the holidays . not too shabby in the flavor department but i would rather grab another than this one in the style enjoyable enough .,aroma,0.8,1
poured twice first into a generic glass chalice and then into a glass mug . appearance was completely opaque black with a few fingers of tan brown head that dissipated very quickly . smell was incredible . the usual stout aromas of coffee and chocolate and alcohol are balanced by an incredibly sweet blueberry aroma . the taste was complex and at first difficult but by the second beer i was enjoying it much more . the front end seemed muddy with the bitter and sweet flavors competing for attention but then in the middle and finish they shine separately . overall i d describe it as coffee chocolate and big blueberries wrapped up in bitterness and alcohol . the mouthfeel is disappointing for a stout fairly watery and almost slimy . this is not a very drinkable beer mostly due to the strange and complex taste . after two i was read to pour a different beer . i traded the third to a friend and will keep the fourth for the future . this beer is worth trying but it is not a beer i would buy repeatedly .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a clear straw gold color with fingers of white head that leaves lacing throughout my glass . s wow loads of scents starting with a spiced apple and spiced pear followed by great light sweet malt scents and of course the belgian bready yeast . this reminded me of my trips i used to take to julian with my parents and brothers as a child we would always go up there for some fresh apple pie and hot cider . t not as much as the smell but still great . you pick up on the apple pear spices light sweet malt and loads of bready yeast with a nice crisp finish . m nice slightly medium body with ample carbonation that is quite smooth and does n t attack the tounge . d took me back to my youth growing up had no problem drinking this oz . beer and ordering another at stone also had no problem throwing down per bomber with going to charity .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a head which eventually disipated to a trace . quite attractive clear amber color . yes the smell in particular is very banana bread the flavor less so plus there s a nutty bitterness which a bit overwhelms the banana . look this is drinkable they did n t do a bad job . but i have two philosophical questions for you . why brew beer with actual bananas when there are already beers with stronger banana flavors simply from the yeast and natural process used . and why brew beer with actual bananas if in fine print at the bottom of the label it says banana flavor added meaning they cheated to get to this level of banana ness . clearly simply adding bananas to the brew does n t get the job done . what you have here is apparently the wine cooler version of banana like beer .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle . abv . darker copper color with a thin off white head . head disappears very quickly leaving a small amount of lace . a bit of bread some spicy rye and a strange smoky meaty aroma . not the best combo here . almost like smoked turkey . . caramel malt with some spicy rye thrown in as well as the caraway seed . somehow this all molds together well . none of the meaty flavor that was present in the nose . well balanced minimal bitterness . interesting combonation of flavors . this one started to grow on me but i doubt i would get it again .,aroma,0.4,0
a very dark almost black with light mocha . inch head . leaves to disk some clingy lacing . s dark musky some choco coffee notes something a little citric and tar almost as an afterthought . t it s no afterthought now . taste seriously compromised imho by a very tart component . hard to get around it even to review . m medium body a little runny at the end . d not my cup of tea .,aroma,0.9,1
edition bought at osco drug in billings mt a pours a light amber color with small white head . s smells sweet fruity sugarry . t nice and sweet up front then wholly crap . kicks you in the butt with a bitter hop alcohol flavor . m moderate to heavy mouthfeel d smells was awesome taste was too much for me . i did n t find it as easy drinking as some people did on here not bad though .,aroma,1.0,1
pours like strong coffee except it has virtually no aroma . very minimal head forms as you pour this brew . it is a black opaque beer . it may even absorb light it is so densely black . as mentioned earlier there is no nose with this beer . the taste is sweet and fudgy . it s like drinking a rich flourless chocolate torte . there is not a hint of hops which would kill the sweetness . it is not a thick mouthfilling brew . it seems a bit watery on the toungue . well it is a liquid but i would think that the feel should match the flavor . unfortunately it does not . all in all i would say that this is a beer best consumed in small quantities . considerably less than twelve ounces was enough for me . fortunately i had a buddy the polish it off . cheers .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bomber into a snifter . clear orange body with a small white head . smell is downright incredible with lots of oily hops citrus and a complexity i ca n t describe . very strong piney hop taste especially for a singe ipa plus a biscuity malty background . mouthfeel is more like what i expected from a single ipa not too light and not very heavy . top notch drinkability the whole bomber was gone before i knew it . i ll be sure to grab more fresh when it comes out again but i do n t think it makes much sense to stock up on a beer that i doubt would get better with age .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle into a delirium tremens tulip brewed . . . thanks to hojaminbag for the freebie . like a good wit long trail belgian white pours with a hazy bright orange core that fades to lemon at the edges . a sizable tuft of eggshell creme head quickly recedes to a ring of small bubbles . very nice aroma here spot on for the style as notes of fresh orange peel combine with soft coriander spice and a hint of lemon . clean malt base with a slight grassy hop note too . things start off smoothly in the flavor department with a soft belgian spice that couples well with the lively carbonation level . citrus zest hits the sides of the tongue while the middle is mostly wheat with a hint of vanilla . finishes slightly stale with a hint of wet paper . refreshing palate but the light body feels too watered down . still this is a sessionable tasty witbier that did its job well in staving off the hot austin afternoon .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle with gold foil and freshness date of . it pours a pale apple juice color with a thin head exhibiting very little retention or lacing . i would assume the corked version would offer better carbonation . the nose is filled with green apple pear some malty and yeasty notes and strong sense of sugar . the taste is apple and subtle malt and very little else . the mouth is light not at all complex and not very inspiring at all . the lack of body and flavor make it drinkable but i wo n t drink one of these ever again . i do n t see a point .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance pours a crystal clear coper color with a white head that pretty much lasts for seconds . not a whole lot in the way of lacing . i thought the color was off for this style of ale . aroma only a slight spicy aroma . the phenol aroma overpowers any bouquet the brewer may have tried to put forth . taste there s the spices . very pleasant balance of spiciness and sweetness . i was worried up to this point that the brewer mislabeled the ale. but it is definitely a triple once you taste it . mouthfeel nicely carbonated . the sweetness hits you on the front of the tongue and the carbonation hits you in the back of the throat .,aroma,0.4,0
first this is a damn good beer . pours a dark opaque black color with a faint creamy head . the aroma is to kill for . i ve never smelled such fresh piney resins in a bottled beer . it s as if this beer were served on draft at the brewery . it clearly has benefited from late hop additions and dry hopping . fresh fresh fresh . somewhat of a subtle touch of sweet molasses aroma . taste is of warming alcohol and an overwhelming yet delightful dry dark chocolate presence . lots of bittering hops which linger as an aftertaste which is pleasant nevertheless . well balanced despite being hop heavy . chocolate malts back it up adequately . a wonderful seasonal beer . oh i love this time of the year . . .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bomber poured into a stein . a nice cloudy blonde color with a big fat fluffy head . smell is amazing . nice and sweet and very hoppy . citrus and pine notes . very appealing and aromatic . taste is slightly dry and a little earthy . sharp on the carbonation with a a flavor that lingers . a very good blonde . overall and awesome session beer . keep um coming sean .,aroma,1.0,1
this is my go to beer when i just need cheep beer which is not often thank goodness . besides sometimes you just want a beer to drink and cans for under . a pop are easy on the wallet . can mentions that only the finest hops and grains are used hmmm . i have a hard time with that one . pours crisp clear and fizzy like you would expect . quickly settles down to what could be mistaken for a light colored apple juice . smell is light with a hint of corny sweetness . mouthfeel is watery but not too bad concidering . taste is also sweet and corny with some slight hop flovor . dry aftertaste . overall not horrible but not much substance . as a beer in general pbr has nothing to brag about . but side by side with similar macros that cost almost double this beer is not only good but is a steal .,aroma,0.4,0
pretty good though not revelatory . pours a nice amber with a nice but quick dying head . it has almost no aroma however . it does have a pleasant roast malt flavor though no hop bitterness . it has a satisfying malty finish . clean highly drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
thanks goes out to emerge for the chance to try this one . even more thanks for the glass that it s being poured into . thanks also goes out to artisanbrew for keeping my o fallon supplies up to par . a bock ale . it pours a little darker then a bock deeply ruby hued filtered . the head dissipates before i even get the glass to my desk . this one sure is n t concerned about coming off as superficial . alcohol maple syrup are the biggest showoffs upfront burnt sugar with toffee sweet brown bread filling up the end of the whiff . taste is very bready . it is n t like arnold s whole grain but it is dominate from beginning to end . a slightly charred werther s like sweetness on it with more bitter coffee notes then i d like in a bock but it is n t really a bock so stop being so negative adam . the finish switches back to that bready character maybe something like oatmeal . a noticeable amount of alcohol . the bubbles tickle just enough keeping this much more fluid then the sizzle i was looking for . the alcohol is there just the same . it s just does n t sit in my belly like a good bock would which was what i was somewhat expecting . the goat on the label looks high totally un confrontational . why did n t i see this coming .,aroma,0.8,1
a really pale yellow color just like budweiser . fully translucent with a really strong pure white creamy looking head with really good retention and lacing . s smell is really light . ca n t get much out of it except some light graininess floral hops light honey and cinnamon . somewhat of a blend of a pilsner and a belgian pale in the smell . t strong banana taste right off the bat not really like an hefe but more like the artificial flavor . other than that there is a light floral taste cinnamon and vanilla . light graininess . quite metallic . m really light in the body might be the second lightest feeling beer i ve ever had . carbonation is quite strong but balance well with the light body . o very ordinary beer not worth looking for this one . it is n t complex and does n t taste strong . it is extremely drinkable though .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours an amber orange beer with a slight chill haze and thin yet persistent white head . smell mild citrus aroma with a hint of malts in the background . taste citrus hop and malts come early and pungent but are followed up by a rough bitter ending that leaves an enpleasant flavor . mouthfeel thin and watery drinkability nearly a drain pour . so needless to say drinkability is low . other than bad flavor i have o reason to believe this is not representative of the typical beer but in fairness i ll try this again and see if the review matches this outcome .,aroma,0.7,1
poured a nice golden color with a dense rocky head pronounced piney and citrusy aroma along with an earthy spice to it . huge hop bouquet . this beer seemed a little thin and light bodied for an ipa . i found the taste to be dank and somewhat harsh and solvent like . the hops in this beer were pretty overwhelming . imho this beer could better be served by adding some crystal additional pale to the malt backbone in order to sweeten it slightly and boost the abv . i think this beer would be a knockout at . abv it certainly is a tasty beer but by far not the best ipa i have tried .,aroma,0.9,1
a a very small head of off white foam on top of a slightly hazy brown body . the foam disappears quickly and leaves no lace . s brown sugar toffee and caramel with peppery alcohol notes . some clove and cinnamon in the background . t sweet malt and spicy alcohol with notes of molasses and rum . toasted malt mingles with bittersweet chocolate in a finish dominated by spicy but not quite hot alcohol . m medium body moderately high carbonation and a dry finish . d the aroma is very nice but the flavor just does n t live up to it an unfortunate trend i have noticed with dieu du ciel . the rough alcohol and sweet malt make for an oddly cloying beer despite the dry finish . it may just need some age to bring things together but it is n t all that great right now .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance is a reddish brown with an off white thick head that leaves a sheet of lace . smell of milk chocolate prunes and spice . taste has dark molasses and fruits spice brown sugar . mouthfeel is a smooth creamy medium with a good hit of carbonation nice combo . a very good complex brew that i could just sit with and enjoy .,aroma,1.0,1
a clear ruby to burgundy color with a sizeable head that leaves thick rings of lacing down the sides of the glass . s sweet raspberry cherries and candied sugars . t very sweet like a slightly sour cherry soda there is a bit of raspberry and light malt . after taste is empty the flavor just vanishes . m high carbonation harsh like a soda pretty refreshing . d definitely a good beer mild pleasant flavor with a substantial depth to it . worth a try certainly . a good beer to convert those who dislike hops .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a golden amber colour with a one finger head that has surprisingly decent retention . after a few minutes only a thin cap and some lacing remains . many bubbles stream their way to the surface reinforcements for the cap fighting to keep it alive and doing an admirable job . smell is extremely faint all i can detect are pale malts and maybe a bit of citrus . taste is mostly pale malts followed by a sharp and brief hop bitterness in the finish . comparable to the smell it is quick and kind of pleasant . this is pretty much the definition of a clean tasting lager . that can be a good or bad thing good if you are just consuming alcohol to reach the inevitable endpoint but if you are looking for interesting beer it s not a great way to go . watery mouthfeel and high carbonation . moosehead is nothing super impressive but it lacks corn or other adjunct flavors making it a step above your average macro a true apl . it has no offensive qualities whatsoever but there is nothing here that will bring beer geeks back besides its high drinkability and ubiquity at least in canada . i had a housemate in college who swore by this stuff . he rarely drank and probably not coincidentally was ridiculously intelligent . he went on to become a doctor and thus now drinks daily . he could definitely have picked worse .,aroma,0.4,0
served in a pint glass thanks to lenny for this baby from the n b bif the friend whom i split this with taiyed claims that even after i ve poured this that he wants to live in the can . that having been said i approached this in the conventional manner . this beer is a nice darker orange color with a nice ecru finger of foam on the surface . the smell is out of this world . it smells like when i picked hops and stuck my head into a box of them . it smells so fresh it s wonderful . the taste was rather assertive in hoppiness . i believe that there was a rather gritty dirt flavor up front but it was taken over quickly by the bitterness of the hops and the caramel malt aftertaste . the mouthfeel was the downside of this beer i really had to trudge through the feeling that there was literally soil in the beer though i know there was n t . this when let warm became even more notable in the caramel flavor and progressively became more and more drinkable as it went along due to the fact of my tongue becoming used to the hoppy bitterness . this is a fine supery hoppy ipa and just one more reason i wish that i had surly around these parts .,aroma,1.0,1
a slightly hazed golden with a small white head that has decent retention and little lacing . s prominent citrus hops mostly orange with some floral and a nice strong sweet caramel malt undertone . t hop flavors again with grapefruit and pine . surprising punch of grapefruit bitterness through the finish . m light body medium carbonation a little thin . d a proper pale session beer . as a hophead at heart this is something i could drink all day .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at the brick store . pours a clear copper color with an off white head leaving decent lacing . smells of muted pale malts and not much else though its unsurprising given the hop strain . tastes a bit sturdier than it smells . moderately dry pale malts up front are joined by earthy and somewhat leafy hops midway through . the hops carry on to a solidly bitter ending . mouthfeel is good with solid carbonation . overall its tough to accurately rate this beer as there is no aroma but no aroma is expected given the hops . an interesting take but a beer only worth seeking for educations sake .,aroma,0.4,0
attractive silver label with a moon and rays behind a mountain . locals say this beer wo n t give drinkers hangovers since unlike most of its regional peers it does not have sugar added . pours a light straw yellow with a snow white head . very faint grainy smell . flavor is a light pale malt with a slightly bitter finish from what actually seems to be hops in there somewhere . the feel is rather sticky and undercarbonated for the style . moonberg touts all the ingredients they keep out of their beer but they could stand to include larger quantities of the good ingredients other than water . all things considered a decent flavored beer for an american adjunct .,aroma,0.4,0
when i first sampled this beer it was back at the gabf . when i heard it was coming to stores for a limited time i was dying to get my hands on some . out of the bottle this beer a whole rang of smells most noticeable are the grapefruit and pine aromas . it s got a nice solid burnt orange color to it and pours a nice white head . as far as taste goes this beer throws a lot at you . a can taste the variety of hops and malt . the only downside to the taste i can think of id you can taste the alcohol other than that this beer is superb and i highly recommend . having said that this beer is certainly not for everyone .,aroma,1.0,1
chilled bottle into a glass . shared by . evan . a pours a pale straw body with light haze and off white head . decent retention . s incredibly sulfuric brett expression that reminded me of farts and sunblock . my enjoyment was irretrievably lost at that point . t straw lemon zest grass some sweetness . i was hoping the brett would express itself with some funk or hay or something more pronounced . it s like an underdeveloped saison at this point . needs more time perhaps . m light bodied with medium plus carbonation . o no one at the tasting liked this . i m completely mystified by its high score . actually considering its rarity and price tag i m not . for this . please .,aroma,0.2,0
picked this up at dennis brothers i think before it showed up in chicago . served in a darkness snifter . oz bottle dated january st . a pours with a half finger of mocha foam that settles to thick collar and a wisp of tiny bubbles . the sides of the glass are also coated with some of the tiniest bubbles i eve ever encountered in a beer . body is actually a very dark brown color in opposition to the name of the brew . s molasses dark fruits figs and dates raisin bread caramel a touch of sweet oxidation and a bit of roasted malt that keeps things from getting overly cloying . still this is very far onto the sweet side of the dial . potent aroma and only a faint hint of alcohol . t taste is less sweet with what agentzero would describe as an olive note slightly briny . also more roasted malt char and light smoke all of which mingle with cocoa and licorice . finish has very light coffee bitterness but is surprisingly clean . a touch bland and understated particularly compared to the nose even after it warmed up . m very dry and tannic finish for a beer that is n t barrel aged with only some light residual stickiness . body is medium with some light carbonation tingle to it . drinks like an imperial which is appropriate . a bit of warmth after oz . d this is quite easy to drink with the light body lower alcohol and surprisingly understated taste . i d have this one again if the price was right .,aroma,0.9,1
nice deep color of brown black . tannish head sits heavy at first fades and laces . rusty malt scent . deep and dark . what a flavor . the slight bitterness of the porter the nuttiness like a brazil nut like a walnut eminating in the background the malt just oozing all over . i am making this sound gross . but it is near perfect . might just be perfect . heavy feel full and evil . i could easily drink these all night . i would pay because these are so heavy and evil . there is a beautiful demon inside every bottle mean and full of flavor . highly recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle poured into pint glass a nice dark reddish brown in color . nice finger head that dissipates pretty quickly but had very nice lacing . . good looking beer s there is a few things here . . sour acidic fruity smell rolled in one . a little like vomit . i hate to say that . t taste is a little like the smell . very sour and acidic with a hint of malt in the back ground . . m very light carbonation the sourness makes it seem very sharp . d i d have to say it is very different from other beers i ve had . i would not run looking for this one . but i have to give magic hat some credit here . . they will try anything . . i ll keep coming back because i like the adventure but they missed this one for me . .,aroma,0.3,0
served in a snifter at the firkin . i ve heard things about this one so was pretty jazzed to get to try it at the firk last night . it pours a mostly clear peach juice topped by a finger of off ecru foam . the nose comprises apricot light brett green apple light caramel lime and light toffee . the taste holds notes of white grapes spinach cedar cranberry and some exceedingly light caramel cowering in the back . my companion and i agreed that a fair way to sum up the taste would be bad read stale and kinda poor tasting white wine . the body is a stolid medium with a very light moderate carbonation and a gloopily oily feel . overall i was decidedly unimpressed with this brew very lacking in the sour department not entirely pleasant to have sit in the mouth and a mildly harsh aftertaste .,aroma,0.8,1
i m digging the bottle shape . this one was bottled on sept i m not sure how that qualifies as a late harvest . pours a true amber slight haze absolutely no head to speak of . surprised to see a harvest ale categorized as an amber instead of apa or ipa but the aroma confirms that style choice . put simply this smells of nearly nothing . if i really concentrate i can pick out a little spice ala a pumpkin beer . i was n t expecting much flavor based on the look and smell but the taste brings a bit more to the table . however it certainly does n t taste like any harvest ale i ve had as the strong hop notes are noticeably absent . it s a little sticky with a roasty toasty profile . carbonation helps to break things up as does a little zing of bitterness at the end . i also pick up on some more of those spices from the nose . this is n t awful but is n t what i was expecting . i ca n t say i ll buy it again .,aroma,0.4,0
this proves to be a popular belgian beer and is widely available in most supermarkets in the uk . the beer pours an amber colour with an oh so huge head this could n t be achieved by any british ale i have ever come across . the aromas are a bit bland mainly dominated by wheat with a hint of citrus . the taste is very complex an initial hoppy taste with a mixture of spices and fruit thrown in . too many to name i was struggling to distinguish them myself . a very pleasant tasting beer with a surprisingly full mouthfeel wow this reminds me of anyone remember it . . after my initial happiness i found that the more i got through the glass the more the thick mouthfeel and the complex flavours made me feel bloated . it was very nice but one was enough i do not have the urge to try it again . great on its own but not one for drinking whilst on a night out .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a dark translucent stained oak brown beer with a monster malted milk head that thins slowly with a thick and low lacing almost as though it is n t dissapating but being sucked back into the brew . the nose is doughy soapy water and yeast . spicy hops hit first chased by metallic sweetness with a soft baked quality . there is a very subtle toffee tone . finish is yeasty and spicy with notes of clove nutmeg and alcohol . mouthfeel is lightweight and chewy . this is a fun beer but not really a new favorite . kind of reminds me of a really toned down goose island xmas ale .,aroma,0.6,1
bomber poured into a pint glass . this is a cloudy golden color with a solid inch or two of fluffy head . smell is pretty strange and unpleasant an odd mix of fruits and spices with what i want to say is tomato coming out strong in front . taste is a mix of alcohol banana and cloves. reminds me of some kind of creamy banana dessert . alcohol is much stronger than the typical hefe and it is hard to compare it to others in the style . mouthfeel is very creamy . drinkability is n t too bad for the abv . this is n t too bad i was just put off a little by the smell . you definitely should n t expect a typical hefe here though .,aroma,0.4,0
a quite black . too dark for a baltic porter . thick brown head with lots of texture . froth clings to the glass and refuses to dissipate . s all dark grain . somewhat burnt . no esters . slight raisin note and a subtle fruitiness which may be from late hop addition . t bitter chocolate gives way to dark fruit gives way to warm alcohol and some fusel alcohols . bit soapy . slight bitter astringency at first dissipates to leave a rather sweet malty aftertaste . m full bodied and quite carbonated . cloying . overall i was expecting a little more because i really enjoy many of the other beers in the flying dog line . i think this beer would benefit from a little more aging . it tasted a little young to me . i may try setting a few bottles aside if i can get my hands on some more .,aroma,0.4,0
summit brewery do n t like at all however this beer has n t change my tune towards them . to me asides their seasonals beers taste all the same . it does n t matter on the style . within the last year this brewery has done different things that has been turning heads . this beer is one of the head turner . they took their epa as a base to make this beer and change it . this beer look is not really good but the smell of the hops and the taste is something else . a very nice hoppy and smooth after taste . i really love how i can say this . this beer to me is a strong pale ale that could be ipa . i believe this should be their epa everyday . i really speak highly of this beer and hop heads need to try this beer . cheers .,aroma,0.9,1
this was poured from the bottle into a pilsner flute . a super clear golden color with a thick foamy head that is well retained s alcohol notes mixed with a grain malt character t sweet but somewhat balanced honey like malt character with spicy alcohols noted faint hops on finish very clean m medium light body moderate carbonation d this is a decent beer with a potent punch . i m somewhat unfamiliar with the euro strong lager classification but this is probably most similar to a maibock and when compared to examples of this style i think it stands up well . it would be even better if the aroma was improved .,aroma,0.6,1
table and vine held an event in which the blackberry wittbier wheat was up against the coffee stout . i was able to sample both this afternoon . the appearance of the this one was pretty pale yellow with no real lacing or head . aromas were the strong point for this drink . deep blackberry aromas mixed with bready wheaty textures . taste and mouthfeel were a bit too watery . although nice and light for a summery day its strong blackberry taste albeit weaker in comparison to the blackberry smell did not really make this too refreshing or crisp . overall it had some potential but it was definitely not balanced .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle poured into a snifter . another thanks to kyle for sharing . bottle . a pours a thick pitch black color . produced some transparent bubbles . s a dry oaky profile with caramel and bourbon notes . t nice vanilla notes with wet cardboard and sawdust aspects . hints at dark fruits . weird . m a bit low of a carbonation level . rather thin and almost vinous . a very earthy sawdust and cardboard flavor is very off putting . d not sure whats going on with this beer but its very strange and disjointed . it goes to show you that tossing a beer into a barrel wont necessarily make it better .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance beer had nice clear deep amber color . held the head nicely . decent lacing in the glass . smell somewhat malty graining aroma . not real impressive . taste blended taste without the complexity that i may have expected . a slight burnt caramel flavor but does n t match up to the color of the beer . mouthfeel not very impressive at all . was n t expecting something that crisp and kind of dry . drinkability along with the yummy color the other thing i liked about this beer . very smooth finish and suprisingly light body make it really drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a nice apple cider amber with a short lived fluffy head . did not lace the glass . i put my nose in the head nosing for the nose . a robust bitter hopped start with enduring bitterness throughout the flavor with roundness or body to the flavor supplied by a malt character . a nice long finish consisting of the same lingering bitterness that dominates the flavor . the finish is vibrant that my taster turns into the energizer bunny keeps going and going and going . this beer really has a finish quality about it memorable . mouthfeel is cordial . this beer is nice to savor after each sip . drinkability is down because the abv but that s a minor complaint . i wish there was more complexity to the flavor but i m looking for something to complain about . i bought two bottles . yippeee .,aroma,0.6,1
a poured out a clear orange color with golden highlights . it had a one finger white head of foam that left minimal lacing . s it smelled of citrusy hops mostly orange peel aromas . there was a sweet maltiness to the nose too . t this is a really sweet malty apa . too sweet really . almost tasted like a malty amber ale . very little hop presence . m it was crisp sharp and smooth . a light to medium bodied ale . d this is an okay ale . a little too sweet for an apa and not enough bitter hop bite .,aroma,0.8,1
well i just found out that this was a barleywine . so it should be interesting because i am not fond of them . however i am fond of mikkeller brews . the color difference hit me first . dark golden amber with a haze that i have n t seen in beers . the smell is welcoming invite to want to have a drink . lacing is n t really there at all . taste has a soft burn when applied to the tongue . i taste woody favors . honestly i am not a barleywine person yet . i do know that this was a great example of one .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at the brewery . pored into a standard pint glass . pours a clear copper color with a thin off white head . the aroma is sweet malt with hints of spices and fruity esters . the taste like the aroma features some malt and some spiciness with a touch of hops in the finish . the mouthfeel is light bodies with a low amount of carbonation . overall not a bad offering and something i would purchase again at the brewery .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a dark amber with a thin head that quickly fades . very little carbonation . smells strongly of banana and spices that i cant put my finger on . overall very nice smell . taste is fruity quite a bit of the banana in the smell comes through in the flavor . i m also getting some mild yeast flavor . a nice maltiness as it goes down . nice well balanced flavor . feels weird drinking this when it s degrees outside . this goes down well and i bet it would great when the weather gets warmer . might have to grab a few and save em for summer .,aroma,0.9,1
a clear orange amber color with a fair white head of bubbles and some decent clumpy lacing . the aroma brings floral hops and peachy malt sweetness . the first taste offers a very tart lemony bread and swampy malt . it has that cask limpness that does n t combine well with these malaised flavors . boy if you were about to throw up this would get her done for ya . just not very apetizing to me . it has a kind of apple juice quality with that sort of tasteless tartness that arrests the tongue and chokes the throat a bit . it s not really horrible but not a joy for me . i ca n t call it particularly drinkable . i am not generally a big fan of english style hops so that s part of the problem but this is really not very balanced and pushes away rather than invites . it mellows as it warms bringing more palatable orange bread sensibilities but it still languishes in a sort of acrid no man s land . to me it s tolerable but not attractive . perhaps others will enjoy this style of bitterness .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance dark brown black color with a huge tan head that gradually collapses leaving thick lacing . aroma coffee strong roasted malts rubber plastic bleu cheese burned wood taste salty bland roasted malt front gives way to some unpleasant rubbery and solvent flavors before fading without any noticeable hop constituent . aftertaste overly bitter malts linger a while creating an unpleasant effect . mouthfeel medium to light body with medium to heavy carbonation sediment some loose particulate matter coats the bottom of the bottle .,aroma,0.2,0
oz . glass bottle not their fancy aluminum bottle . the bottle just had a simple red iron city logo on the front and the govt . warning on the back . the bottle cap had a nice old picture of what the brewery looked like in . the bottom of the six pack box had an old type of picture of a man talking to his friends on how pittsburgh brewing co. recycles . i wanted to try this beer and i actually found a place that was selling it really cheap . it was only for a six pack . i do n t have much to lose if it only costs six pack . when poured into a pilsener glass the beer was a pale straw yellow color with actually a nice finger head of white foam . i did n t think this would have much foam let alone a nice white finger . it receded away very nicly leaving behind plenty of white lace . i felt that the aroma was non offensive by having an aroma of swwet grains and maybe a pinch of sweet malt in the background . i thought the taste was complex but not the complex taste you would look for in a beer . the taste was complex in grains like corn and rice and ended with a slight taste of sweet malt . the mouthfeel was very light and with an aftertaste of sweet grains . really nothing special except for it was a nice decent cheap beer that would be good after working outside in hot weather or maybe watching some pittsburgh sports .,aroma,0.3,0
a deep amber almost brown . nice off white head good head retention and lacing . some particulate matter suspended in the beer . s nice citrus floral hops with a little malt in the background . t well defined hop flavors with a slight citrus in the finish . full finish . malt flavors are present but very subdued . m moderate carbonation medium body,aroma,1.0,1
murky brown hue with a thin white head quickly becoming a ring . typical intense heller aroma roasted pork and tons of smoked ham sweet maple syrup campfire just rich malt altogether and intense smokiness . it somehow reminds vermont maple smoked cheddars which is no little task . taste is actually quite wheaty and fruity banana lemon so its actually pretty well made since it was clearly the intention but i dont really enjoy the atmosphere created from wheaty dusty tartness mixed with the big smokiness . medium bodied very carbonated . far from as interesting as the other .,aroma,0.9,1
clear amber tone with a thin fluffy eggshell colored head . lace is moderate . on the nose . smoky cannabis pineapple lemon rind and hop resin . awesome aroma . on the buds some more bong resin pineapple and rind characteristics . the bitterness is fairly clean and enjoyable . underneath all the hop activities lies an unassuming caramel and toffee base . but this beer s all about the hops . rillos to be specific . and it s a hop head s wet dream of an ipa . in this day and age of double and imperial ipas truly solid ipas are harder to find . this is one of them .,aroma,1.0,1
lukaski rules . . . thanks for the hook up man . not much of a head atop this clear cider colored brew . very little bubbling . apples hit the nostrils then some apples mixed with just little cinnamon and brown sugar then more appples . the palate fels very juicey at the first sip and throughout all twelve ounces . clean macintosh apple juice with a little suagr . not sweet but fruity i think the light amount of hops added just cuts the sweetness just enough . so this juicey beer stays sweet yet very drinkable .,aroma,0.9,1
disclaimer i made an educated guess when trying to choose the style for this beer . none of the three black turtle bartenders i spoke with could give me anymore information about the beer other than it s a lager . euro pale lager seems to be a bit of a catch all category anyway so it goes . served in a . l mug at the original location . review written by wiseman nick using notes . appearance one finger creamy white head was kept alive for quite some time by scant streams of carbonation . if that was a little too confusing how about this retention was pretty good . body was clear and gold . moderate lacing cloud like . smell farts sour yeast and weird salty bitterness . no joke this was pretty damn putrid . taste doughy malts followed by salty piney and even earthy hops . assertive bitterness for the style . i dig . tart bitter and enjoyable . mouthfeel spicy sharp and light yet malty . finishes bitter and a little dry . drinkability other than the smell this was a pretty decent lager . still there may be better ones out there . the black turtle dark is a novelty here in eastern europe . black turtle light just blends in with the crowd .,aroma,0.3,0
i love the nutty notes and the subdued hoppy character . this is an impressive lager . i buy them up . this thing drinks real easy . i love the warm nutty notes and big malty flavor . it can pour with a large head . i like the rich dark amber color . this is a beer to share with friends . i love the price for the z bottle around bucks . i look forward to trying other brews from schmaltz . even a little warmer than serving temperature you get some wild wine and fruit flavors . .definitely one of my favorite spring beers .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a oz bomber into a tall beer glass . a crystal clear copper amber hue . very clean looking . medium head fades as this one goes down some head retention lacing remains on the sides of the glass . s abundant floral hops definately some cascade . there is a sweetness to the aroma as well as citrus pine lemon peel . t hops nice bittering effect . i can not detect an alcohol burn but i am a smoker . figure there should be some there given the abv finish is a nice balance of hops and light malt bitter wins over sweet in this one . something reminds of me fresh cut grass as well . nice . m clean refreshing well balanced . this is not an aggressive ipa . this one will not punch you in the face with a pair of goldings knuckles . d nice . again not overpowering pleasant crisp and clean . this beer would be great with a buffalo chicken sandwich . i do n t know why i just said that . for anyone is trying to get a friend or girlfriend into ipas and have been scared away by say . a bittering experience try sharing one of these . the perfect combination of floral bittering aroma in a showcasing of hops that is presented beautifully well balanced and tame but not lame . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a oz bottle with best by date of end of january . but no indication as to whether that is jan or . . . . a dark brown ale with some lighter brown highlights around the edges . about a finger of head that faded to a thin lace . lots of white fizzy bubbles streaming up through the beer appears to be pretty highly carbonated . s amazing aroma . very syrupy and sweet smell . lots of brown suger toffee caramel notes some faint char and even some coffee . plenty of floral earthy hop notes . t the taste is just a shadow of the nose . everything is there but much more muted . some hop bitterness up front and definitely like a burnt coffee chocolate note throughout the taste . those floral hops are there as well but i do n t know that i d called this an ipa . there s just way more char than anything else . m fizzy and a little on the thin side . o the smell on this beer is phenomenal but the taste just does n t deliver . truth be told i ve had this in the past and i remember it being much better . the expiration date is also perplexing . there was a ton of hops in the nose but barely anything in the taste . usually hop aroma is a sign of freshness so i think i have a fresh bottle . i think i would consider this to be just a slightly hoppy brown ale more than any sort of brown ipa . would have also benefitted from a little more body .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bomber . thanks to ba deuane for sharing . a pitch black with deep ruby edges and short light brown creamy head that quickly vanished . small amount of sparse lacing around the glass . s huge chocolate nose akin to hershey s chocolate syrup or even a tootsie roll . some ripe banana aroma as well . smells almost like a chocolate banana split . t surprisingly quite bitter chocolate aspect compared to the sweet aroma . very mild burnt finish with more bitter chocolate notes . m full bodied chewy mouthfeel with a slick oily texture . bitter aspect all over the tongue . creamy bittersweet finish . d great dessert beer . the aroma is simply amazing . very solid chocolate stout with an abv that hides behind a wall of bittersweet chocolate goodness .,aroma,1.0,1
looks decent at the start thick dense cap body does n t show any legs tan over black rock n roll . i like this aroma it shows very noticeable heat complimented mostly by roasty coffee like malts . the heat is very warm most people would rather let this sit i would assume . the flavors are very one dimensional while the aroma was fine on the palate the alcohol flavors are coarse and grating and same goes for the roast notes with some chocolate hints along the path . i really enjoyed the first oz but as i work through this ml alone they get a bit much but really who does that alone . anyway the mouthfeel is thin for a ris if you ask me and most other people too .,aroma,0.7,1
ml bottle poured into a wide mug . a hazy copper with a thick cappuccino head . huge bubbles nice lacing . s the combination of hops and funk is a little weird . nothing about the smell is jumping out and telling me that i want to drink the beer but it s not off putting really . t it took me awhile to get anywhere with this beer . i had to try it a couple of times . my initial impression was a combination of band aids and neosporin . medicine and not the kind you should actually be tasting . the first one was a drainpour . but after some time i ve come back to it and i m finding myself really enjoying it . the initial flavor is citrusy with some underlying sweetness . it s quite sharp and big kind of like a double ipa . throughout is this odd flavor that can only be the yeast . it s unique and a little spicy and it fades into the bitter finish . at worst at least it does n t taste like band aids and neosporin anymore but the more i drink this the more i enjoy it . m medium lots of carbonation . it s a little dry but not full of alcohol . the lingering feel on the finish is a vaguely funky bitterness . d i enjoy this but i m probably only good for one or two glasses in a row . it d be nice to slip in a saison dupont or hennepin between servings .,aroma,0.6,1
a dark black brown with medium brown highlights . mocha head sits relatively low . s blackberries . light hammy smoke . grape skins . the fruit character is subtle and dry . t boozy oak . the wine character is definitely present oxidized merlot tannins and a sharp acidity . gentle coffee note . spice mulling spice . on the backend . m highly carbonated . medium light body . smooth . peppery spicy dry finish with a lingering alcoholic warmth . o a very interesting and complex porter but not necessarily the tastiest .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle into pint glass thanks again alleykatking . from notes pours dark with a tan head when held up to light seems a really dark reddish color . smells like delicious ginger snaps cinnamon and some clove . i tasted ginger cinnamon allspice and some cloves with an alcohol finish . delicious . it has a medium body with a good amount of carbonation . definitely a sipper but a very good sipper .,aroma,1.0,1
brought to a party so i figured what the hell . it s not often i m gon na buy this myself . actually had a good pour with nice fat bubbles in the head . cloudy yellow beer with a white tint to it . very strong but pleasant aroma of apricots . honestly it smell delicious if not complex . a little sourness present in the nose . unfortunately this did not represent the taste at all . i know the beer probably should n t be sweet but it seemed quite dry and astringent . none of the spice characteristics and very little apricot flavor . just a dull pucker . light body but very well carbonated . drinkability and taste often go hand in hand and this is the case here . barely able to finish it .,aroma,0.8,1
hazy amber orange . .enormous white head that slowly reduces to a coating that leaves lots of lace . the aroma is pungent lemon and flowers that gave me goosebumps . one of the best smelling beers i have tried . the mouthfeel is smooth creamy medium bodied and crisp . i really enjoy the tartness in this beer lemony spicy hops then a slightly bitter and crisp finish . this beer is different than other belgian s i have tried in that it s more tart and pungent . i thoroughly enjoyed this beer and will definitely purchase it regularly .,aroma,1.0,1
a a pretty creamy head medium thickness . s love the smell . citrus grapefruit orange with enough hop smell to it . t pretty good tasting but not remarkable . smooth fruity . too quick of a finish . m fine once again it finishes quick but is appropriately sweet crisp . o not the hops in my face ipa i d reach for if i m only having one . however an easy and nice tasting ipa to knock back a few of on the weekend .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at the austin flying saucer . xiv displays a hazy goldenrod body that brightens to maize in the light . a well retained tuft of sandstone head is supplied by a few tiny trains of carbonation from below . the aroma is both unique and memorable with a cornucopia of fruitiness pineapple mango strawberry and starfruit . vanilla and honey sweeten the bouquet while the hops add a touch of light floralness . real ale did n t shy on the flavor either as xiv packs a big body full of blonde ish malts and fruity booze . the hops taste grassy and resinous but the highlight is the tropical fruits derived from the yeast . excellent stuff even though it s not the most cohesive tasting flavor profile . body is of medium consistency moderately crisp with carbonation yet boozy and a bit solventy on the finish with residual hop bitterness . a crafty anniversary beer.complex tasty and original . kudos real ale . keep em coming .,aroma,1.0,1
oz undated bottle a pitch black to say the least can hardly see through this thing at the fringes . the head was light and delayed but came through eventually with the stout trademark mocha colored head . carbonation disappeared quickly overall . s heavy roasted malt character . some chocolate undertones accentuate it . t starts and continues with an interesting chocolate flavor very refined and not overbearing . not much here for bitter balance . finishes with a smooth roasted coffee finish . after taste is very pleasant with the return of some of the chocolate notes . m has a fairly strong body to it perhaps loaded with more unfermentables than i would of thought . consistency is that of a stronger stout profile to me more thick . smooth as it goes down . d overall a quite drinkable beer . the pleasant chocolate flavors and the surprisingly light amount of filling feeling makes me want to enjoy this beer over a few at a tailgate . well done beer . similar to a rogue chocolate stout but backs off alot on the ibus .,aroma,0.6,1
holy grail ale is n t as a great as what it s named for . the beer has a great appearance . with a brilliant medium amber tone and a descent head it s an eye catcher . unfortunately the aroma does n t really stand up to the look . there is hardly any malt presence . luckily there is some bready hoppiness to it though . the taste and texture are ok . it has a bit of a salty taste which is sort of strange that hangs a while on the palate . a little chalkiness and definite dryness are the dominant characteristics as far as mouthfeel goes . overall i was not impressed with black sheep s version of an english pale ale . it does not hold up to the style well but if you re a monty python fan it s definitely a must .,aroma,0.4,0
a the appearance of this is a wonderful dark brown color with a bit of red . it poured into my glass with a one finger head . s a pleasing coffee aroma was present with a bit of cocoa . t it starts with a very pleasing taste of what an american porter should be malts with both coffee and chocolate . it disappoints with no lesser notes and a weak finish . m good but not very smooth . d this is drinkable beer . a pleasant porter overall .,aroma,0.6,1
drank from a cl bottle em no. served in a tulip best before a acquired in a trade with barleywinebrewer what awesome bottle artwork . hieronymus bosch i presume . as for the beer it poured a deep dark mahogany color with a bubbly sudsy light tan cap of froth that quickly dissipated . the aroma was complex and rather interesting . tart and sweet with a vinous winey quality typically found within the style . ripe fruits including red grapes and bing cherries dominated . rich and malty with an earthy oakiness . a hint of alcohol was noticeable as well . the taste was very unusual . i have tried beers that taste like wine but this one takes the cake in that department . a touch malty and semi sweet up front before the beer turned sour and vinous . tart and fruity . oaky grapey and earthy in the center . somewhat sherry like . the long drawn out finish was quite tannic and woody with a somewhat harsh acidic quality that reminded me of balsamic vinegar . the mouthfeel was slightly watery with a minimal amount of carbonation . this beer had a dry tannic nature that was again reminiscent of a red wine . drinkability was moderate . the sharp harsh acidic quality of this beer was difficult to take in large doses . as for the alcohol content it was well masked initially . toward the beer s end however it became quite noticeable particularly on the finish . this was one strange brew . in every aspect it definitely seemed more like a wine a cheap young merlot mixed with a bit of sherry to be exact than a beer . this may not have been my cup of tea but i would love to give it to my wine loving friends who have yet to try a beer they like .,aroma,0.8,1
the edition of this brewers farmhouse ale . this is a oz brown glass bomber . in the glass this is a clear brilliantly gold colored ale without much head formation seen . the first thing i noticed about this beer was the strong and wonderful flower aroma . quite spicy and with a very strong odor of coriander . lemon pepper wild flowers and honey form the remainder of the scent . quite a nice smelling saison in the same class as hennepin . the taste begins dry and spicy on the tongue and with a strong and slightly bitter . a very mild sweetness does eventually develop but this is definitely a dry and flowery tasting beer . mildly malty there is a little bread in the taste and the stout hopping level . still in the end i had hoped the promise of the smell would appear in the taste it does n t . the mouthfeel is good . quite a drinkable beer but it lacks something in taste . worth a try or a trade but not worth stocking up on .,aroma,0.9,1
tonight i rediscovered bud again . reading travels with barley i kept seeing references to its yeast strain induced sour apple flavor . and its true . there is the slightest hint of apple jolly rancher without getting too carried away . otherwise pours very pale gold with good but fleeting head . little nose but excellent bubbly flavor when served very cold . an excellent drinking beer when all you want to do is drink a beer .,aroma,0.4,0
i was robbed . tricky bastards at ab put this one out there and get unsuspecting dupes like me to try it . okay they are doing better but seeing the initial reviews . . is this beer . it pours like kool aid no head and no lace and sits in my glass looking like grape juice wine . s nehi anyone . i thought i d let that review sit . it has no mouth other than a soda water taste and sweet sweet sweet with a bread aftertaste . the taste well if i wanted a malternative or a soda i would have gotten said beverage respectively . the fact that i found this in my usual with all the other beers is the real crime so as a beer this is not . other than the bread and sweet artificial blueberries there is nothing else . next time i go to my local i ll suggest this be near the malternatives . amongst those this is like a pop . i drank it it was n t bad but i would never call this beer .,aroma,0.2,0
pours a golden amber color with a thin wispy head that disipates rather quickly . has a nice aroma of sweet carmely malt and spicey hops . hits the tongue with a nice malty sweetness hop flavor enters in the middle with some vanilla tones . finishes with a rather harsh lingering hop bitterness . body is a little on the light side for my mai bock tastes . the hop flavor and bitterness are too high for my liking in this style .,aroma,0.9,1
samael is an important figure in talmudic and post talmudic lore a figure who is accuser seducer and destroyer . this beer is aptly named . the sweet caramel seduces you like the demon tempter it is and once consumed this . barley wine will destroy you quickly . appearance pour a rich chestnut brown color with red highlights an off white head and nice lacing . smell oh the sweet smell of cognac drenched cigars and brown sugar and wood and berries and more alcohol just delightfully burning it way through my nasal cavity and forcing much salivation and anticipation . taste this beer is alcoholic and it doesnt hide that . i enjoy its bourbon or rum like attribute . vanilla and woody and loaded with sweet sugars and caramel . spiced . raisin and plum come to mind as the beer graces my taste buds with its noble presence . mouthfeel medium body hot in the mouth and smooth bordering on syrupy . drinkability even when shared this is a sipping beer . dont abuse the samael or will feel its wrath . hope this is helpful . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
a good hot weather outdoors session beer can only get in a bottle not available in a keg for my kegerator a shame need to add a lime and lots of salt that way i can not taste the actual beer . this is a light beer but not as watery tasting as american light beers and the lime and salt make it something a little special .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours a fairly clear amber color with a sturdy head that looks great as it sits atop the liquid drapes lace too smell somewhat bready with a hint of citrus but very difficult to pick up anything in the nose taste very malty up front with a lot of caramel but the lemony hops interceded by mid palate to provide a nice balancing effect after the swallow the bread and caramel malt flavors return to dominance although there continues to be a nice residual balance from the hops mouthfeel medium body with moderate carbonation drinkability a bit more like a hoppy amber than a pale ale this is still an enjoyable beer to drink,aroma,0.6,1
bouteille brune de ml . prsentation plus agrable que les autres produits matre brasseur . couleur brune orange pas de mousse trs trouble . nez caractristique du sarrazin got prononc trs long sarrazin beurre d arachide pas trs raffin mais dfinitif .,aroma,0.9,1
had on tap at tj finley s in bayshore ny . tasting notes from july . a creamy fine bubbled off white head with nice retention and ok lace . medium grade maple syrup body . s bright orange and grassy hops on top of caramel and nutty breads . t tart dry tannin like fruit pits and an earthy hay like hop open the profile . the malty center stays dry and carries into a dark fruit flint and char roast finish . m medium body is smooth and dry . o a bit sharp but not bad .,aroma,0.9,1
watch out when you open this one . as i was untwisting the metal retainer the cork blew off luckly not at my face and beer started spewing . the beer had been sitting for a month or so without being moved so it wasnt shaken up at all . a bright pale golden yellow . fairly clear with no sediment in the first glass . nice fluffy white head . s bananas bread yeast . overall very clean and pleasent . t definitely over carbonated . it is to the extent where i cant really enjoy the flavor of the beer because the bubbles are so overpowering . m see above d if the normal taste is anything like the smell drinkability would be excelent . overall i hope i got a bad bottle because this carbonation level is just ridiculous . i dont really feel as though i am giving justice to the beer from this review but until i fork out another this will stand .,aroma,0.9,1
a very good beer . a good beer with a thick head and straw color . smells fresh . taste is wonderful but not the best . mouthful well it is good could be better . it goes along with the taste . does n t quite capture my buds as i had hoped but is better than a lot of beers out there . drinkabiltiy is ok. as you get towards the bottom the taste is kinda stale .,aroma,1.0,1
appearance gt warm brown creamy golden head which dissipates immediately . dark and lively . looks pretty average . smell gt mmmm . burnt toast and sweet malt . smells great . taste gt not very complex but very good . would like a little more complexity.hang is toasty and sweet . mouf gt meh . nothing exciting . drinkability gt i could drink this again for sure . easy .,aroma,0.9,1
cloudy brown and muddy in the glass . no head develops on the pour just thin wisps of tan on the surface and a thin rim of tan bubbles at the edge of the glass . does n t look like much but all can be forgiven if the flavor delivers . deliverance begins to make amends with the smell thick molasses and toffee complemented with a sweet bourbon scent that does n t overwhelm the rest of the beer . really ca n t ask for more for your nose . mouthfeel is thick and syrupy which would be fine except there is virtually no carbonation to give the back of your throat a break . with repeated sips the thickness builds and detracts from what we used to call drinkability . notwithstanding the mouthfeel issue this is a pretty tasty beer . lots of dark fruit fig plum and bourbon soaked cherries . toffee and milk chocolate are in there as well with just a bit of char . the finish has more of an alcohol bite than i d like especially given how smooth the flavor is right up until the end . in sum if it were n t for the carbonation issue this would be an extraordinary beer . as is it is still solidly above average and worth a try .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into my new erdinger glass . ooh i like this glass . mainly because i have no other like it . anyways . beer pours a hazy almost orange hue colour . though in certain angles of light it does look more yellow . the head is huge . though i think the style of glass may contribute to it . plenty of sporatic lace clings to the sides as the beer slowly disappears into my gullet . very pleasant wheat smell cloves spices light citrus fruit and some pepper on the nose . for a beer of low abv i can smell a bit of alcohol . which is okay but seems out of place . very good taste . it almost seems layered . the first layer closest to your tongue is very midly bitter . not exactly a grassy bitterness but a crisp bitterness . the second layer is bready . like drinking a fresh baked loaf . the third and final layer is sweet and sour fruits . specifically oranges and lime with other citrus as well . even some strawberries . mouthfeel is smooth and crisp . smooth going down the throat and caressing the tongue but crisp after the swallow tempting you to want another drink . drinkable . quite . one could pound back one after the other all night or sip and savour it .,aroma,0.7,1
im usually a fan of dfh beers and enjoy their beers that push the envelope but this beer imo was a train wreck . pours a medium brownish with some golden ruby highlights and a sort of khaki head . smell is of spice and a bit of vegetable and pumpkin . the taste is pumpkiny up front and then just melds into a spicy malty mess followed by a drying hop finish that just jumps the train off the track . drinkabilty was low as i was able to finish the beer but wasnt going begging for another . not one of the best pumpkin beers i had last year . cottonwood was by far a more well rounded beer imo .,aroma,0.7,1
thomas creek makes some decent brews but this didnt cut it for me.poured alighter golden with real orange hue a thinner quick to fade white head atop the aromas werent bad some toasted malt with a light dose of sharpness the orange aroma is sweet smelling . artificial in nature.sweet on the palate upfront wich is a turn off right away for me the orange taste is nearly cloying and overpowers pretty much anything else.just not my thing i think i ll stay from the double version of this as well .,aroma,0.7,1
heheh i was actually expecting this to be pink . pours a clear gold with a light head which dissipates fairly quickly . spotting lacings . aroma is all raspberries . i ll disagree with the majority of reviewers and say it actually smelled pretty nice . this was actually alot less fruit centered than i expected . from the way it was described by alot of people i was expecting raspberry kool aid but i actually got more grain than fruit and some noticeable wheat flavours . the fruit however was not exactly pleasant . kind of artificial and the beer had an unpleasant metalling twang to it . mouthfeel very thin but it s mostly me just disliking the american wheat style . very drinkable . it was a fine beer post dog walking on a sunny day . did n t hate it .,aroma,0.8,1
got this treat from blackhawks while hanging out at dld . found it in the box once i got home . a pours a bit hazy golden color . white head that leaves a nice thin cap on top . s very wonderful aroma here . very nice hop smells come from this . get a nice fruit smell coming from this . get the hints of pine and citrus but still ca n t get over the sweet fruit notes to it . t like the nose lots of hops here what you would expect . the pine flavor comes through the strongest . over powers some of the other flavors . the sweet fruit smell does n t come in the taste either . citrus hops tasted in the middle . has a nice malt character at the end that cuts into the bitterness nicely . m lighter medium body . moderate carbonation . resin oily mouth feel . o very good beer here from new glarus . was pretty excited to get this bottle even more excited to actually get it home and remember drinking it . nose was something i d never smelled before if the taste lived up to it might have been a favorite dipa .,aroma,1.0,1
had this on tap at a restaurant in harper s ferry . was excited to try some new wva beer in a style i dig . poured black with a moderate creamy tan head that stuck around for a while . minimal lacing but a nice looking beer . aroma was my favorite part of the brew . mostly sweet malt balanced with toasty grains with just a hint of grass and spice . flavor was balanced roastiness a little malt sweetness and appropriate bitterness a nice stab at style . until oh wait a nasty finish of cooked vegetables comes through at the end . unfortunately the off flavor really killed the drinkability for me . mouthfeel was solid appropriate moderate chewiness very smooth for an oatmeal stout . this would have been a solid brew sans the off vegetal flavors .,aroma,0.8,1
completely flat . tried at the winking lizard in bedford oh . i asked if there was a problem with the beer and was told by the beer expert that all of them had been coming out that way and that i should n t have been sold the bottle . they kindly credited me . i tried drinking the beer and if it had any level of carbonation it may have been enjoyable . the star anise was very up front but no ginger as had been advertised was to be found . other than that nothing else of note .,aroma,0.8,1
orded a sampler from the brewery and i got this beer as well . a beautiful opaque and golden color . has a thick white cream colored foam . not very carbonated by the look of it . s not very scented it has almost a dull metallic smell but this does n t detract from the experience . t as with most belgian blondes this beer has a thick wheat and yeast flavor . though after the initial flavor the second set of flavors surface light and fruity . m as said before this beer has little in the way of carbonation and is a little thick on the tongue . d it has a great aftertaste and i consider a sipping beer not because this a hard beer to drink but because it is so easy to drink . the . alcohol level makes this an easy beer to sift and play with on the tongue . overall this is a great beer .,aroma,0.6,1
the first thing that hit me was the nose . something smelled off but the taste was good . as in this style the mouth feel is important . effervescent should be important but this brew was a little flat on the tongue . dryness or a bit too much bittering hops may be the result . chalky feel due to the dry tongue . i am sure this would taste great on draugh but in the bottle is lacking .,aroma,0.4,0
a carmel colored in appearance . effervescent but not overly so . i d think a shitty beer would bubble up too fast and lose its carbonation . head is sustained for a decent amount of time . lacing strong even in just the head . s light and hoppy but i think maybe my glass smells a bit wierd . its been in my fridge for a while . t it would be a nice beer to pair with some kind of food . some pasta or salad i think . it does n t have the bite i like in a strong ipa but solid nonetheless . m balanced . does n t really blow up in your mouth like champagne but keeps its bubbly for a while and is fun to strain over the tongue . i like this about it quite a bit . i think it s the strongest point about this beer . d yeah it s really good . it s a fine beer and i would n t mind making it a staple of my fridge if i was n t so into variety . i d think of it as a good average or median of what an ipa should be for the beer uninitiated . i actually had a person drink this along with victory s golden monkey to see where they stood on the malt hops scale . turns out he did n t like either but i think this was actually a good way to find out . yumm yumm,aroma,0.6,1
a russet brown with a decent sized head that has some longevity and comes back with a swirl . a moderate amount of sparkling lace is left on the glass . s sassafras mint clove hay herbs thyme rosemary ect. . smells a lot like riccola lozenges . wow . this is rustic . it reminds me of new salem a reconstructed village near springfield il that abraham lincoln lived and where people dress up like villagers and cook shoe horses churn butter ect . extremely unique . outstanding . t sweet sugary honey and vanilla flavors up front followed by strong herbal flavors mint anise and a bit of tangy hop . tastes nothing like root beer but more like a sassafras drink i once had as a kid when i was in cub scouts . tastes very much like the nose . complex bitter herbs grass hay earth and riii co laaa . very unique . .could be off putting if you did n t know what to expect . m medium bodied and slick with a course gritty dry finish . d although i love the unique rustic farmyard and herb garden aspects of this beer this is n t something i would want to drink regularly . i ll probably buy this pack of heritage beers again next year but i m glad that you only get one of these .,aroma,1.0,1
a tequila flavoured beer from . err france . popping the cap would immediately trigger a big soapy head to begin rising slowly trying and eventually succeeding in over stretching the long neck of the bottle . that big white soapy head would persist all the way to the very last sip leaving clingy thick lacing the entire way down . the appearance sharing the same colour resembles tequila exactly less the soapy head of course . the aroma is less than favourable really . it reminds me in ways i ca n t quite describe of so many other beers some worse than others that hail from france . it seemed to just share a certain heir that french beers carry . in more accurate description the most predominant character in the smell is that of tequila . at . even the aroma is considerably subdued to the real thing although the character is there . i d have no problem drinking it from the bottle . the flavour also carries a strong tequila taste although comes across as for more favourable . it also has a very strong hint of lime . it almost resembles a corona with a strong amping of lime . the other thing i found it reminiscent of is a shandy . with no alcohol really detectable and much of the flavour tequila lime somewhat subdued it really reminded me of a shandy half pop half beer . indeed especially in the mouthfeel it carried a real ginger ale like makeup . that would accurately sum up how the beer drank the carbonation and how it went down was really like drinking a shandy . the lime flavour was overwhelmingly acidic on a few sips . this was actually far better than what my expectations had me assume . when i feel like a beer even on a hot summer day i could n t really be satisfied with this . although even despite being very a sub par beer this certainly would have it s place among many myself perhaps included . i ca n t drink those alco pop coolers i find them far too sweet sugary and artificial but this desperados beer would make a welcome substitute .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle brought back in late february . bb notch seems to have washed away in the condensation . poured into my dfh rounded glass . golden vaguely cloudy grainy looking brew . half inch of wispy head leaves transparent uniform stitching . smell is so obviously artificial . much too strong waxy . along with the malt though it comes off a lot like kid s cereal or packs of hostess blueberry flavored pies . a little appetizing if just it s a bit nostalgic . taste is plastic phenols headache inducing medicinal blueberry popsicle flavors . the grain is chalky just totally lays down to die . natural flavor added means it comes from a naturally synthesized chemical flavor plant in jersey . feel is like i said chalky . carbonation is alright . i prefer wachusett s take on blueberry which adds just a touch of earthiness along with better pronounced malt . with dark horse s tres being the only real pronounced tart earthy blueberry beer i ve ever encountered . blueberries should be the perfect accessory to a thirst quenching beer . this one does n t work . sickening quasi natural beer additives only promote bad headaches teenage pregnancy .,aroma,0.7,1
received this in a trade with edmedina . man i was really hoping for a good beer here on this one . i was let down . appearance nice dark amber brown with little to no head and no lacing . smell a nice nutty and sweet aroma . nice hints of roasted malts and caramel . taste horrible . there is this bad sour taste that just ruins this beer . ugh this beer became a drain pour . mouthfeel medium body with very little carbonation . overall a huge disappointment . i really hope the beer went bad and this taste was n t intentional . started off great but then went south . i do n t even think the jamestown colonists would have consumed this swill .,aroma,0.8,1
i have n t tried any of the other th anniversary styles but it was impossible to resist this one when i read the label a blend of oak aged bigfoot celebration ale and pale ale generously dry hopped who could resist . corked and caged bottle opens with a serious pop . really excellent looking beer . it pours a shade of ruddy brown with ruby highlight glinting throughout . it is semi opaque with enough clarity to at least see the small bubbles rising throughout . the initially massive finger frothy toasted head retains remarkably well at a finger and a half or so and with every drink thick washes of foam coat the walls of the glass and leave sticky trails of lace as they recede back into the head . unfortunately there s not much smell coming off this one . i get a whiff of bitter citrus and just a smidge of caramel malt . i was expecting something much bigger from the beers that went into this and the well retained head but it really made me work for it . tastewise my first impression is dipa because the hops are really the focal flavor no surprise considering the beers that went into it . they present as a combination of bitter citrus rind and dank sap and they hang around throughout the entire drink most notably in the long lasting aftertaste . i also get the sweetness of the caramel malts and a little bit earthiness that i attribute to the oak . the generous dry hopping is really evident as the astringency of the hops creates an overall brightness to the beer and leaves a definite stickiness all over the palate . feel overall is medium bodied with light carbonation . i expected a creamier consistency due to the head but the beer really just slips by it instead of carrying it along . drinkability is really high especially at . . it has all the smoothness of celebration complemented nicely by the sweetness of the bigfoot .,aroma,0.6,1
sleeman porter is a very dark and dim red ale with a huge frothy waxy and dimpled off white head that leaves great lacing . looks supreme . there is a sharp metallic tone in the aroma a whiff of freshly dug earth and grain that resembles . wheat . it is medium bodied a bit creamy and the finish is alkaline . it s well bittered and there is a dark flavor from the malt . not much roastiness like instant coffee . the most pronounced thing is the long finish of bitter green shrubbery juniper arbor vitae etc . there is a tiny crumble of chocolate cookie in there . the lacing and the aftertaste lasts all night . rated aug,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours a clear pale amber moderately carbonated creamy foam dissipating into a creamy film of lacing on the glass . smell cranberry notes are predominant not much particularly discernible in the undertones except for a light maltiness . taste begins tart and tangy with the taste of the cranberry juice coming forward notes of pumpkin lie in the undertones of the taste but yields to a sharply tart dry hop bitterness in the finish . overall unique but hard to assess otherwise on the overall part of it comes off as an ale that just has cranberry juice added to it but part of it comes off as a pumpkin ale with an atraditional infusion that seems to enhance the flavor trying to stay somewhat neutral on this one you re going to love it or you re going to hate it .,aroma,0.4,0
ah the smell of pure hop candy . smells like it was just plucked from the vine . what variety of hops inspires such a profound aroma . someone please tell me . brian boru there must be a legend surrounding this name tell me that too is the color of an irish setter with odd yeasty flakes floating about . it is otherwise mostly clear . the taste is not the fiery hop demon the odor might imply but a highly hopped ale that still allows a sparkle of lush maltiness to play through . this is a very easy beer to drink . friendly enough for everyday drinking with big splotchy lace though a modestly strained mouthfeel . special thanks to cmaruschak .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a semi hazy copper beer with a foamy head that quickly settles to a thin ring lace with slight stick . aroma is soft but of coarse hops but for the most part rather clean . medium in body and smooth . juicy chewy mouthfeel . mildly fruity . lots of mineral flavours from the water followed by a woody earthy hop leaf and coarse flavour and feel . pear like texture at times . little sweetness it s all body . touch of roasted malt character in the background . dry . sharp bitter edge . salty . tingly . herbal spicy . hops kick it all the way into the finish and stick around long after the mouth party is over . the world s original extra special bitter . perhaps but there s better interpretations of the style in my opinion . still the quintessential esb and a beer everyone should try at the very least for the sturdy impressive bottle .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer is n t bad but it does n t stand out in any way to me . the color is good but the taste is a bit carbonated and weak for a porter . not as rich as i like but not too pungent either . i would n t buy a six pack but as a part of the holiday twelve pack its ok . i prefer the cream stout . not sam s best .,aroma,0.6,1
my first ever brew from southern tier a company i ve heard a lot of good things about and their ipa was n t bad at all . copped a single oz bottle from gary s in madison . pours a copper amber color with minimal head . smell was extremely hoppy . more so than many ipa s i ve ever sampled and that s why i gave it a . . bread and butter earthy flavors lend a good taste which is almost too nutty . mouthfeel was good but due to the intense and borderline sweet flavor from the hops drinkability was average at best . i ve had better renditions of the style although i really ca n t complain about this one . if you re a fan of ipa s this is defintely worth a try . very rich flavor .,aroma,0.9,1
if my google language skills work my understanding of what is written in the label is that this is a english pale ale brewed with a belgian yeast . interesting . i ve added it as a belgian pale ale . why not . pours kind of a brownish gold slightly hazy with a nice head that dies down to nothing . no head retention and no lacing to speak of . smells very faintly of hops and malt too faint to get specific with a little bubblegum and musty yeast . the aroma is pretty boring . taste is a slightly spicy yeastiness and oxidized red apple subtle caramel malt there s an underlying tart grassy bitterness with a dry finish . the mouthfeel is no great thing and the carbonation gives it a bit too much of a chalky edge . i think in theory this beer sounds like an interesting concept but the end result a wholly unremarkable beer .,aroma,0.4,0
i had high expectations for this beer . americans do n t want to have to work . and the added lime is a great idea . however the lime flavoring is way too strong . if i wanted something so sweet in my mouth i would dip lollipops in vodka . it was a good attempt from bud and the beer is good for one maybe two on a hot day but once you try to drink it continuously the lime flavoring can make a hard stomach turn,aroma,0.8,1
a sickly looking pale yellow colour with a foamy white head that morphs into a mildly lacey ring . the smell is a turn off musty raw wet grains perhaps but noticable almost two feet away . little taste with weak malts and non existant hops . the feel is airy but a light shade of medium bodied . drinks better than i thought compared to other far east beers anyhow . probably best with a meal chinese eh . i drink in the name of beer .,aroma,0.2,0
picked up a four pack of this last weekend after the bottle release at the alchemist pub . poured from a pint can into my alchemist glass . appearance hazy and unfiltered orange almost copper body . looks pulpy . foam is thick and retention is good . smell i can smell it as i pour . mango grapefruit a bit as well as pineapple . juicy not really bitter but all fruit . peach slices as well . heady and never lets up . taste like eating fruit . plump orange mango and some grapefruit . a bit of cedar lurking around . while really good not as good as aroma . mouthfeel extremely well balanced and smooth . very drinkable . overall really good . would have liked the flavor to measure up to the aroma but you still ca n t go wrong with this one .,aroma,1.0,1
pilsner urquell is crystal clear and golden but it does n t have that looks like urine too light yellow character . right when i open the bottle i smell some sulfur or skunk . after the sulfur blows off i notice hops czech saaz . there s also a grassy smell but not unpleasant . as far as the flavor it s a very clean beer about all i get here is hops . it s crisp and there s a bitter finish to it . unlike big exciting belgian beers with crazy esters and fusel alcohols and spice notes this is a good clean simple beer . they put malt and hops into the beer and you taste malt and hops . pretty straightforward .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance clear deep amber . slightly off white head . poor retention . smell nice . yeast red apple caramel malt cake spice with a slight hint of wood and butterscotch . taste mouthfeel deep and malty . sweet a bit spicy a bit roasty apple raisin with bittering hops cleaning up the finish . alcohol is well disguised . the mouthfeel is smooth but quite thin . drinkability it s . ok . it s a nice beer but not the special experience i was expecting . given the outrageous price and rather imo run of the mill flavor i ll stick with skullsplitter .,aroma,0.9,1
pours an copper rusty color with about a fingers worth of head without much retention . subtle aroma of a little caramel maltyness . a malty taste with very subtle caramel notes . the alcohol is unnoticeable and finishes easily . it is a very drinkable beer . it is nothing spectacular but not too bad either . decent representation of the style . will most likely have it again next fall when it s available .,aroma,0.4,0
vigrous pour into a hefeweizen glass yields a three finger rocky white head fading quickly to nothing over a clear amber body . smell has an interesting nutty note up front kind of like and english brown . with hints of fruit prunes cherries and slight note of chocolate . smells really good . taste is a bit of a let down after the aroma . dominant note up front is a soapy nutty flavor . next comes metallic bitter pine hoppiness . then the finish is a bit sloppy and non descript i d swear there are some adjuncts in there . mouthfeel is not too bad a decent roundness . drinkability is pretty decent as well . overall a decent beer though for the life of me i ca n t tell you what s christmas about this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
very light in color compared to most other bocks . poured from a oz bottle into a chalice . little to no head whitish yellow in color . smell is not strong at all . you ca n t smell the hops or the malt very much it is very subdued . taste is amazing . a fair amount of bitterness not too much but it is definitely there . aftertaste is very pleasant just makes me want to savor it before taking another sip . in the mouth it feels thin and quite carbonated . goes down easy very delish . this is a very drinkable beer . it would be a great night with a pack of these and would be no problem drinking them all . delicious beer probably one of my favorites . just the right amount of bitterness and is very drinkable . rogue continues to impress me with nearly all of their beers .,aroma,0.4,0
a pours a slightly hazy deep chestnut with a decent off white head . s wow what a nose . sweet and sour now that i think of it it really does smell a little like sweet sour sauce with notes of apple cranberry brown sugar and balsamic vinegar . t you think the tartness hits up front but once you swallow and the real tartness kicks in the first taste seems downright sweet . initially the sour acidic tang is balanced by a malt sweetness of molasses and rock candy . soon however the sweetness fades away and you re left with an assertive sour flavor somewhere between vinegar and lemon juice with solventy phenolic notes and a tang almost reminiscent of strong bleu cheese and just a hint of tart apple sweetness . while i think the sourness somehow exaggerates the sweet notes by contrast it s not malty by any means and finishes rather dry . m it s well carbonated and a little on the thin side but overall i ca n t help but write that the mouthfeel is puckered more than anything else . d this is where the beer really takes a hit . i wish this was more widely available in small bottles because i ca n t imagine anybody drinking an entire ml bottle of this by themselves . obviously it s not overly alcoholic or thick . it s just that the sourness and harshness of the beer makes it difficult to consume more than one goblet full . overall i feel like my description makes it sound really gross when in reality the flavors work together it s just very unique and certainly not for everybody . it s definitely more aggressive than american variations on the style such as that brewed by monk s . you may want to try one of those before jumping up to the big boys just so you know what you re in for .,aroma,1.0,1
a deep amber with a hue leaning towards the red side . not much of a head to speak of . s or lack thereof this is my biggest complaint with this brew . i could barely catch a whiff of anything . what little i did catch was a restrained citrus and caramel malt . t much better than the smell at least . biscuit flavored malts and a citrus orange herbal hit at first . starts a little sweet and bitters nicely on the backside . impressive mutation of flavors . warms well . m low on the carbonation but the back end bite and bitterness masks this well . medium body . d i could hit another round of this but factoring in accessibility here in texas i probably wo n t .,aroma,0.6,1
a served in a tulip snifter with a about a of very thin very big bubbled but also very resilient light tan head it was as if some one had put a straw into the glass and blew the bubbles that became the head on this beer . opaque black in color . visibly thin . s heavy aroma of vanilla and oak and to a lesser extent chocolate . very fragrant . smells like a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie . t unfortunately the taste did not follow through on the smell very thin flavor of vanilla and oak on the front end rounded out with roasted malts . develops a long cocoa finish . m medium in body and much thinner than i would have expected . low carbs . dry on the finish . d this beer has a host of problems not the least of which being their servers do n t know what it is . i was told by my waiter that this beer was the exact same beer as the porter but aged in bourbon barrels and he actually sold me this beer as a bourbon barrel porter . but when i went to speak with one of the bartenders he told me it was a entirely different beer which i am inclined to believe given the difference in abv s . this beer is also very thin in both mouthfeel and flavor and the low alcohol content does n t do much to reinforce the bourbonly qualities of the beer . however the lightness of the beer does make it a bit easier to drink though i am not sure how serious i can really take this beer .,aroma,0.9,1
although there s only reviews to date i was still very surprised to see the high rating for this terrappin stout . i enjoy stouts quite a lot but this one just was n t for me . poured a dark brown color . smell was the only thing i enjoyed . rich espresso chocolate undertones . hint of oatmeal as well . nose was ok . but then a strong citrus sour taste came in . almost like someone poured a bottle of chardonnay into the stout . tough to handle . the sours ruined the experience for me . aftertaste was awful . tough to drink .,aroma,0.9,1
poured a deep black with hues of ruby a one finger tan head good retention and light lacing . aroma was surprisingly weak notes of smoky roasted malt and hints of coffee . taste of roasted malt smoke and coffee . the coffee leaves a slight after taste . moth feel was medium body with low carbonation . very smooth and easy drinking . overall a good porter could use a little sweetness for some . balance .,aroma,0.6,1
bomber poured into glass . head is small and disappeared very quickly . strongly smells of malt and hops . you can feel the carbonation over the tounge and the hops basically punch you in the mouth its phenominal . this beer is definetaly fresh i have bottles being aged as we speak .,aroma,1.0,1
color is hazy tan orange a bit darker than most hefeweizens i ve had and head is light frothy and white leaving a foamy lacing in the glass . smell is very nice sweet banana and citrus . taste is also sweet and bready including butter with lots of banana in the finish . the mouthfeel is soft and clean . there are some slight herbal notes in the aftertaste perhaps from hops . this has n t been a preferred style for me but i could definitely drink this regularly . it would go nicely with custard desserts .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle poured into a tulip . a clear copper weird hue . small head forms after a rather aggressive pour . no lace . s buttered bread is the main aroma coming out of the glass . hint of dark fruit and a touch of grassiness . t thankfully the flavor does n t feature the butter as much as the nose . the roast malt profile comes through giving it a good amount of coffee hints . toffee caramel and a slight hop bite in the finish . m light body with a good amount of carbonation . o once past the nose this beer is n t bad . nothing special but drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
this amber ale has a huge sweet caramel aroma with a bit of spice . the hop flavor profile is floral and the malt flavors are not at all apparent in the taste . the overall impression of this brew is that of a heavy tea rather than a balanced ale .,aroma,0.8,1
from tap into a pitcher then into a frosty ounce mug at brick house pizza in west richland wa . a poured black with liberal amounts of frothy tan head . nice head retention and pretty lacing . black liquid w no light penetration . s dark malts . t nice rollercoaster in the mouth started only slightly sweet built to a robust dark malts maybe a hint of charring then dissolved with a touch of hop bitters . m smooth creamy and thoroughly coating in the mouth . finished nice and clean with the alcohol completely concealed . d a relatively simple bouquet of flavors but very well done . worth buying again .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bomber received as an extra in a trade with a generous ba thanks . appearance pours a hazy rusty orange with a finger white crown that displays minimal retention and moderate lace . smell nice clove bubblegum and herbal hop combo . some sweetness from the malt as well as some graininess . i really like the nose . taste much flatter than the nose . mainly just some bittering hops that dominate and take away from that nice fruity malt sweetness that the nose featured . mouthfeel medium bodied with slightly seltzer like carbonation . overall easy to drink but its just not that tasty so i would n t want more than one .,aroma,0.9,1
retired . i sampled it at the brewpub in mid august . it came out a cloudy ruby gold under a finger off white head that lingered well and generated sheets of lace . strong lemon and lime nose with a bit of coffee bean . medium body and well carbonated . wow . lots of citrus lots of espresso a fair share of pine adn a touch of cilantro . the espresso lasts longest acrid and bitter . why yes i d love to have another as long is it lasts .,aroma,0.6,1
so i am in new hampshire for the great bay half marathon . its the night before a race and . .why not drink some . .ok . .alot of the local beer . . . the star island single from smuttynose is good . this beer has was a pale clean yellow in color with thin white head and great lace . the smell has nothing . this beer was light and crisp in taste . the light abv leads to this beer being a session . certainly worth a taste .,aroma,0.4,0
ounce bottle picked this up yesterday from blacklick wine and spirits . served in a weizen glass the brew pours a hazy golden orange color with a huge frothy off white head i guess it s around a inch head . i had to wait a little while for the head to settle down before i poured more beer into the glass . head retention is good but there s pretty much no lacing at all . aroma is cloves bananas grainy malt and a bit of bubblegum . it tastes like wheat grainy malt cloves bananas and a bit of spice . not a bad tasting brew but it just feels like something is missing . mouthfeel body is light medium it s very spritzy and has way too much carbonation . not a bad overall brew at . a bomber i d try this one again .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a clear coppery orange with a finger of off white head that recedes into a thin ring with no lacing . s some spice notes in the aroma cloves cinnamon and nutmeg followed by sweet caramel and vanilla aromas . there are some floral notes in there as well as a touch of sweet citrus . t similar to the aroma spices come up front but do n t overwhelm . sweet vanilla and bready flavors follow along with a slight bitterness on the finish from the hops . some slight yam pumpkin flavors on the aftertaste . m medium body and carbonation this beer is fairly light for its strength but still has a slightly creamy feel to it . o overall a good pumpkin ale . i d prefer a more pronounced pumpkin flavor but at least the spices are not overpowering as they are in some pumpkin ales .,aroma,0.9,1
went out drinking with a friend who says this is his favorite beer . personally i tend to drink heavier beers and love sitting in the beer isle at lee s for about an hour before making my desicion . but we had just worked out and i was thristy and something light sounded pretty good . plus i need to keep my girlish figure . i didnt bother pouring it in a glass well because i was n t given one and didnt think this beer really needed it . it smells like a basic macro . taste is nothing to write home about but i was suprised . it had almost a little sweetness to it . mouthfeel was crisp light and refreshing and you could easily drink a few of these . it is basically is a typical light macro but it s at the top of the list as far as those go .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle a pours a hugely thick pitch black with not much of a brown head . what little head was there is retained . s everything you d want in a ris . roasted malt espresso some coffee a bit of sweet cream chocolate dark fruit . incredible and intense . t bitter roasted malt throughout . . is felt from midway through until the end . espresso roasted malt chocolate round out the finish . booze can be a bit overpowering at times and is slightly out of tune with the overall bitterness i fell . bit of cream in the middle as well . m d full bodied carbonation is slightly prickly . body could be a little smoother i think . drinkability is about as good as it gets for what is a huge in your face beer . the alcohol character although welcome does hinder the drinkability at times . overall a fantastic beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a pitch black stout with a full tan colored head . i could n t smell anything . but i could taste a lot . the beer had a rich heavy but pleasant roasted taste . i noticed at times a slight and unpleasant sour tinge . i did not notice the sour taste with every sip but it was there often enough for me to make a note of it . i could n t taste the alcohol the beer went down smooth a little too smooth for my tastes for an abv beer .,aroma,0.4,0
tasted this one at the lower buffalo grove spring gathering . thanks to whomever brought it . a dark brown and flat . forms a slight film of micro bubbles . s huge aroma of bourbon raisins port caramel and syrup . t hugely and distractingly sweet . raisins toffee and oak . almost port like . m thick and syrupy with virtually no carbonation . almost medicinal o a very complex sipper of a beer that i found overly sweet . enjoyed the non ba version much better .,aroma,0.9,1
one last transcription from a snowy afternoon at local in phl . undated but that s the way it is sometimes . with best wishes indeed . spanky and the gang were sending me off in style . it had a finger of bone white head with low retention falling even as it was set in front of me . color was a cloudy lemon yellow chiffon like and reminding me of sunshine in a glass on that cold snowy day . nose was dry papery peppery and a solid reminder of why i love saison yeast . it imparted a dry dusty mildly spicy taste on the tongue and although it may have been their version of a winter christmas ale i d break this out in the summer months . mouthfeel was thin to medium . finish was slightly dry and very refreshing . absolutely yummy .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to evan for this one . cl bottle poured into a duvel tulip . bottle date read bottled in it pours a hazy golden orange with a finger pillowy frothy head . minimal lacing ran down the glass as it emptied . at first whiff i m getting some nutmeg and clove smells but when i stick my whole nose in i m getting a distinct chai tea smell . it seems like a great marriage of malty sweet beer and black tea . taste is just like someone mixed in some chai tea with a light crystal malt heavy base beer . i m also picking up some orange taste . i m not sure if this is from any citrus hops or if they used orange peel in the process . it finishes a little too sweet . it is very full bodied malty spicy beer . the drinkability suffers from how spiced and heavy it is . i drank the whole cl but was rather tired after the first half . i am a chai tea lover and average about one a day so i really was looking forward to trying this beer . it does satisfy me in that the flavor components are there but i was kind of wishing for a more bold tea flavor from something coming from dfh . i am glad i tried it and enjoyed it but would recommend having no more than about oz . at a time . after that it becomes too filling and kind of a chore to drink .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours dark brown with a bit of a frothy head . s i really dig the smell . ripe coffee dark chocolate and a faint sweetness to back it up . well done . t the smell could lead you me to believe that i was about to suck down a fat porter . . let us remember that this is still a brown ale . the big sweetness hinted by the nose is n t nearly as pronounced but coffee and roasted malts hang up front and are balanced well with a little hop bitterness that cleanses the palate nicely . m i feel that the nose of this beer made we lust for a bigger body . but even within the style i think it could be a bit sturdier . the carbonation is appropriate for the style . d while ho hum except for the kick ass nose this beer sits well with me and i could dig on a few between bigger beers . if i run into it again i will not be displeased .,aroma,0.8,1
if i trawl the old memory banks i think good ol rasputin was one of the first imperial stouts that i had and the one thing i ve always liked is the way it looked . pitch black with a respectably thick tan head that thins down to a thin cover that leaves sticky lacing all the way down . no light getting through this stuff at all . the nose is pretty appealing with sweet notes of dark fruit like plum or raisin . of course at abv you can definitely smell the booze in there . to be blunt the first sip of rasputin is a kick in the mouth . the carbonation is sharp and hits your tongue first . after that it s big bitterness around the edges . there s a coffee flavor that goes beyond dark roasted into burnt . the word acrid comes to mind to describe the first third of the bottle . the fruit in the nose are pretty much nowhere to be found in the taste . as you make your way through the bottle your palette starts to get used to the bitterness . with that acclimatization comes the realization that rasputin has a nice velvety body that bitterness aside is very pleasant . flavor wise you notice some fleeting hints of unsweetened baker s chocolate and a touch of roasted malt . lingering underneath that is an earthy chalky aftertaste that is n t all together unpleasant . aside from the bitterness there s little other flavor in here to hang a hat on and enjoy . put all of this together and rasputin is a decent imperial stout but personally i do n t see it as balanced complex or amazing as many others do . for those still trying to find their preference in the world of ris s i would recommend trying rasputin at least once to see if a more bitter stout is for you .,aroma,0.8,1
it s a funny thing beer . you hear the name french broad and you think to yourself gee the brewers must either be hot or sexist pigs . and then you find yourself driving through asheville and crossing the french broad river . i guess not all breweries rely on gimmicks . pouring a beautiful golden orange with a dense white head that recedes to a ring leaving a little lace this is a pretty nice looking beer . the nose however is rather unpleasant . rather prominently hoppy in the english vein this initially has a very noticeable soapy mildly cleaning solution like aroma . once it breathes for a bit it does become better changing to a rather pungent ekg aroma . a mild toasted white bread like malt sweetness is present as well . the palate opens with a blend of the moderate malt sweetness and a rather big hop character . as with the nose the hop character just is n t to my liking . moderately soapy intensely earthy almost mineral like this is very very green . bitterness is on the lower side of medium there s an almost resiny hop character here . grain and yeast are secondary here especially the latter . medium light in body with fairly high carbonation this finishes with plenty of hop flavor on the finish . decent though not particularly enjoyable .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a dark chestnut brown with a red tinge . slight light penetration . good head with nice lace . smell is malty oak toasty and sweet . taste is sweet toasted malt cane sugar molasses brown sugar toasty and vanilla . full bodied warming with a light effervescence pretty smooth . a very nice brew .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance almost no head or retention . nice full brown color . smell is not hard to detect at all . surprisingly a lot of pale malts come through . little caramel malting is apparrent . chocolate malts are there but are overpowered by the pale malts . grainy overtones are apparaent as well . smells like some unfermented barley went into this brew . taste pale malts dominate over chocolate malts . caramel malts are barely detectable and i wonder if they are even there . slight licorice and cofee undertones with a low citrusy hop bitterness . ibus . mouthfeel is a little weak and mildly creamy . i expect more from porters though . not a bad brew but less than stellar . sort of a lazy attempt at the style . not hard to drink but not something i d seek out with better porters out there .,aroma,0.8,1
it does look better than bud and let s face it that s who we re comparing it to . i never pour it into a glass though . did once and it made it worse some how . it just smells like beer . non descrip beer . taste is par for the course on macro brews . make sure it s fresh . which can be hard because it does n t sell as well as bud and it has a clear bottle . mouth feel is nothing to write home about . long neck millers in a bucket of ice on after working in the sun all day . . . i can sort of understand where champaign of beers comes from . it s cheap too . this is really as light of a beer as i can go . but it really is one of life s simple pleasures to crack open a high life that was kept on ice while you mow the lawn . miller time anyone .,aroma,0.4,0
had on tap at the red lobster in hickory nc . arrived in an oz pint glass for only whoo hoo . amber color with some ruby hues . clear with little carbonation . nice beige head that held until the glass was empty . lot s of sticky lace completely covered the glass . nose was a bit sweet but there really was n t much there . very well balanced flavor between sweet to bitter . wonderful finish and aftertaste of molassas . mouthfeel is smooth as silk . this is an excellent session ale that ben would be very proud of . the balance really makes this beer . the molassas and herb flavors make is a great beer . one of ohb s best .,aroma,0.6,1
i never understood why ozzies label some of their bottom fermented lagers as bitter which is clearly reserved for topfermented brews . but anyway . vb has a lovely golden colour a less pleasant nose and a herb character . all in all a good blue collar lager . . better than foster s lager brewed in the same group but then again that would n t be to difficult would it .,aroma,0.4,0
considering i drink coors light all the time i figured i try regular old coors for once . there s nothing special about it . smells pretty generic like its peers budweiser mgd . the taste is smooth and light but i am not sure it is supposed to . i bummed this off my roommate and i do n t think i would buy it . maybe if i feel like changing it up at a local bar i ll drink it again . but it d be a longshot .,aroma,0.3,0
oz bottle app true gold with a small head . smell sweet fruit like blueberries . a light wheat scent . hints of alcohol hide underneath . taste sweet caramel apple taste that concentrates itself on the tongue . maybe a hint of honey . tastes very much like a honey wheat sans wheat . hardly any hops . i m not a hop head but i want more in this beer . slight bit of body from the wheat . but the bad taste seems to dominate any positive mouthfeel .,aroma,0.7,1
poured black into a duvel tulip with a couple inches of thick mocha head that faded fairly quickly . powerful intense aroma of caramel and a bit of vanilla bean . one of the best smelling beers i ve tried . slightly low to moderate carbonation with a creamy mouthfeel bordering on syrupy . extremely sweet with tons of caramel and vanilla . the sweetness is somewhat balanced by a toasty malt finish with coffee and a bit of chocolate . slight alcohol warmth towards the end though it is fairly well masked . half of a bomber was more than enough the sweetness makes this a true dessert beer for sipping almost like carbonated irish cream .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a dark caramel with absolutely no head and no lacing . this boozy smelling drink did have legs that are typically seen in wine that would run down the glass when tipped in a glass . typically these legs are not seen in beer of . as they have a head usually . just sayin smell of brandy brown sugar molasses vanilla roast malt oak barrel and yep more brandy . some residual sweetness can also be smelled . taste of oaked brandy butterscotch brown sugar vanilla pete charcoal some boozy alcohol and more brandy sweetness . i had expected far worse after hearing this repeatedly bashed for being flat which it is but wow i never heard so much trash talked about a beer as this one . a quarter through my first glass of this i could feel the booze slightly tinge the back of my throat . i slightly like this flavor i think . light body and literally no carbonation . i have had worse beers but this one is not my favorite either .,aroma,0.9,1
the beer is hazy dark brown nearly black a tan small head some lacing and curtains . the smell has dark roasted coffee beans figs dates madiera and some yeast . the taste is upfront sweet dark christmas bread bitter oranges and licorice and a dash of cold coffee . a very small carbonation soft but a rather thin body an oily surface but a dry ending . a bit old and slightly off at least on the feeling .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a pint glass a pours very nicely into the glass with fingers of towering beige head that creates some good lacing with some floaties on the bottom . s tart cherries right away with maybe just a tad of artificial cherry candy smell and some dark chocolate . i like it . t overwhelming sour cherry flavor with nothing else coming through . very unbalanced just because you put cherry in the beer does n t mean it has to be the only thing the consumer tastes atwater . m nothing special here it has the mouthfeel of a bock or lager but not of a stout . d aside from a few sips i could n t get whole thing down . i wanted to like this because it looked and smelled very good but just took a bad turn after that . not impressed so far with atwater block oh well maybe next time .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at the barrelhead springfield il . ordered this thinking it was barley island brass knuckles stout . boy was i wrong . an irish dry stout arrived looking much like guinness . weird condensation inside the glass probably not the beer s fault . foam was creamy almost too much so . very little to smell sort of weak grain . taste was lackluster not roasty just a cold and smooth palate placebo . average and dull without any bold stouty flavors . pass .,aroma,0.4,0
saw this big ol oz can of what i correctly guessed as being an ab product when i read the abv of . my thoughts were this ought ta be interesting . . . . the born on date just happend to be the day after i discovered the beer advocate so it s got ta be fresh or something . it pours a very pale straw yellow with a pure white bubbley head . good carbonation but the head dies quickly leaving a watery lace behind . first thing i smelled instantly as the can was cracked open was a sweet almost rotten stone fruit fragrance . another good sniff reveals over rippend apricots candied sugar and alcoholic notes with a metallic like finish . kinda smells like mgd on steroids too sweet . the taste was the same except for the hot alcohol warming which reminded me of everclear . too sweet and too rotten fruity for me to enjoy . the mouthfeel was about the only thing that was decent about this malt beverage . kind of creamy with a fair bit of body the sweet after taste made me not enjoy this brew . one s too much for my likes ca n t recommend .,aroma,0.3,0
clear golden color with a medium head . hoppy bitter aroma however slightly skunky . bitter and skunky flavor . light bodied . i will try this beer again only because i have heard such good things about it . i think the bottle i had was miss handled and became skunked .,aroma,0.2,0
a the pour is a clear light amber color with a finger s worth of off white head . s definitely some urine notes which sort of ruin the whole beer for me . a mild citrus water not really much malt or all that much hop character . t some toasted malt flavor and a bit of creaminess . that s pretty much the only flavor . otherwise it s really watery and bland . meh . m the body is light to medium with a moderate carbonation . d this was not good . way too watery and that s what s good about it .,aroma,0.3,0
pours a one finger white head that goes quickly leaving no lace . clear pale amber color . light medium carbonation and light bodied . no nose . starts smooth and sweet finish is mellow there are traces of hops . this would be a good summer time beer . . for a oz bottle from julio s liquors westborough ma .,aroma,0.4,0
poured out pretty much an opaque ebony with a two inch mocha colored head that faded farely quickly . spotty lacing . smell is a very subdued smoky chocolate a bit earthy and a faint whiff of bbq sauce . taste again is smoky with noticeable peat moss truffles and just a bit of sweetness and a hint of sour . finish is metallic and dry . mouthfeel is medium with some viscosity and mild carbonation . as with most baltic porters i ve tried this thing needs a moment to air out in the glass to reach ultimate drinkabilty otherwise that metallic tinge is just too pronounced . earthy and smoky at the right temp it becomes really tasty .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks again to the market of choice for stocking this beer . it s a very dark brown color that could almost be black . there is a nice aroma of oats . i was n t too fond of the taste . it seemed somewhat bitter but it also may have been from a bad batch as well . i probably would n t try this beer again but i would like to try other seven brides beers .,aroma,0.8,1
well after all the hype i had to give this one a try pours motor oil black with two finger tan head smells of alcohol and burnt espresso tastes the exact same if i were to roast some espresso beans until they were charred all the way through then threw them into a blender with ice and vodka thats exactly how this tasted to me . too boozy and too much espresso for me i understand what they were going for and they hit the nail right on the head but for me this is too over the top to enjoy could n t finish it .,aroma,0.9,1
a pours a copper colored body with hints of rust brown . perfectly clear with a half finger of eggshell white head . s apple skin musty dried fruit creamed corn slightly metallic . t sweet and fruity up front apples a bit of raisons prunes figs . then it turns plenty malty with warm dinner rolls brown sugar bread crust . m solid medium body smooth and finished just a touch dry . d nice complete flavors it tends a bit on the sweeter side which makes it a bit less drinkable than the flavor warrants .,aroma,0.6,1
almost milk colored with a rich head . . not much smell maybe a little malt . slight watery taste with hints of tin and malt . great mouth but it does not pull its weight taste wise . this milkshake tastes nothing like its look. it is very watery tasting and i ca n t believe the metalic finish.dissappointing .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle batch e . into the bruery tulip . i ve been saving this one for awhile and decided today was the day it was intended to be drank . one of the very last of the relics brought down from brooklyn in the move . no special occasion just an otherwise subpar day . pours deep brown almost black with a thin frisky tan head on top that is nicely persistent . nice lacing . nose is beautiful and unlike pretty much any other beer i ve smelled before . rye whiskey is first up bringing a beautiful mixture of spicy alcohol rich rye graininess and deep dry oak to the mix malt underneath has a rich densely sweet breadiness reminiscent of toffee . a tiny hint of chocolate as well . it s odd the nose does n t exactly leap from the glass you really have to pull it out . but what s there is fantastic . beautifully put together . as it warms a bit of cardboard does emerge which pulls this one back a bit . taste is interesting as well . certainly the first signs of some cardboard like oxidation found in this one though it does n t ruin the beer . dry oak and rye whiskey notes are still prominent as is a bit of a toffee character as seen in the nose though with a restrained sweetness that fades quickly . dark and a bit grainy bordering on chalky . hints of chocolate show up on the long finish . mouthfeel is very nice medium bodied a bit on the light side with a carbonation that is light almost fluffy though fades quickly . dry a bit oxidized leaves a bit of a cottonmouth feel after the fact . still though faded a bit still a very nice mouthfeel . drinkability is fairly decent despite the oxidation . the alcohol is very restrained the flavor is still quite enjoyable and the mouthfeel excellent . at its peak this must have been a powerhouse of a beer .,aroma,0.9,1
i m not a huge fan of this beer . it tastes like one of the first lemony home brews i made where it got contaminated . i expect lagers to be significantly sweeter and drier but this had a harsh aftertaste of hops not fitting for the style a murky yellow color and just is n t fun to drink .,aroma,0.7,1
a as much head as you could possibly want . if you hard pour it it pours solid head . a soft pour leaves a couple of fingers that linger and lace beautifully . it looks like whipped cream . s yeast raisins strong malt some slight anise caramel honey alcohol pepper . one of the most complex noses i can remember . it s wonderful . t initial malts some yeast bread and biscuity notes and strong warming alcohol . hops in the back come in to balance beautifully . a wonderful taste but dissappointing after the outrageously good nose . m thick and chewy low carbonation a lingering alcohol warmth and slight dryness after the smooth finish . d the alcohol especially and the bready flavor make for slightly lower drinkability . we split this bottle four ways and we all had plenty .,aroma,1.0,1
sweaty betty from boulder beer poured a slightly hazy yellow topped by a disappointing short white head . the nose delivers good fruity smells . banana and cloves are evident but subdued . the flavor is sweet and a little fruity . citrus and banana flavors emmerged but were again subdued . body was medium light and carbonation was moderate . this was mild easy drinking and not too exciting . it was a decent lawnmower beer .,aroma,0.8,1
a poured out a clear ruby amber color with a two finger tan head of thick foam . it left sticky rings of lace on the glass . s the brew hints at raisins currants plum and dark breads.the nose was a little week with this one kind of disappointing . t the flavors of dark fruits hit you first with layer of bitterness at the same time . the flavors at first seem like their about to attack your taste buds but flavors wash away fairly quick and give way to a bitter and alcoholic after taste . m smooth and semi syrupy . not too thick or thin and a nice fizz . d the box it came in did n t state what kind of beer it was . most breweries that have big in the title usually refer to it s flavor . this one being a dubbel fell a little short . not to say i do n t like dubbels but i have to try one that really truly delivers . this one was good but i think it was a little over priced at afees .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle obtained from daveco liquors thornton and consumed that same evening . pours a single finger tan yellow head over a crystal clear light copper . really a delicious looking liquid . smells mild . pine and clean alcohol . a small bit of co humulone . taste really outdoes what the aroma leads to expect . some piney hops with orange and tangerine . spice which i think is a combination of hops and alcohol sting . malt is wet sweet underneath and quite supportive . esters are present but shadowy . strawberry and pear . nice alcohol burn is clean to start and rough in the aftertaste . this beer will benefit from months aging perhaps a year . thick body and heavy carbonation .,aroma,0.6,1
used to be redhook but now it s bud dressed up to seem fancy . something like that . looks like pale gold with a tiny haze . very unimpressive . smells like adjunct metal feet and sezlter fuzz . nothing much . weak and what little odor there is is bad . taste is much more palatable . smooth . very little hints of cirtus and wheatmalt against a watery blankness . a bad adjunct aftertaste of metal and sweet kind of kills anything that might have been good about it . plus this is a goddamn unflitered wheat not a weizen and so for the style advertised on the bottle it s incredibly bland . mediocre . not worth what it costs .,aroma,0.3,0
sampled this brew courtesy of strangerbrew stopper s bro . poured into a snifter at room temp . the beer pours slightly cloudy gold color with minimal fizzy bleached white head of . cm that fades gradually . aroma is fruity with white grapes brewady yeast and a bit of cloves . similar to a fruity muffin actually . first sip reveals an average body with very fine carbonation flavor is fruity like the nose with some sweet honey as well . i get a bit of booze as well and some yeasty dough notes . the beer seems incomplete in my opinion did fermentation not run its full course . not very impressed with this brew even though it has a good story and interesting recipe .,aroma,0.8,1
vintage . poured into an . liter goblet at whole foods in tustin . a opaque black with almost no light transmission around the edges . light brown foam head diminishes to a patchy layer . heavy lacing remains near the top of the glass . s faintly nutty with no alcohol detectable . overall very mild not really noteworthy . t very sweet malt initially with surprising coffee chocolate bitterness quickly following . the two elements blend together to give the impression of sipping liquid bittersweet chocolate . aromatic coffee flavors linger in the finish along with a trace of alcohol . m thick syrupy viscosity with light carbonation exactly as a beer of this style should be . d while this beer is best enjoyed in smaller servings because of its rich flavors and high alcohol content it is a pleasure to drink . among other beers of this style the abyss really stands out as an example of restraint balance and sheer deliciousness . while this is a big beer it is not trying to be extreme as many other imperial stouts seem . this beer begs to be sipped alongside the most decadent of chocolate desserts .,aroma,0.6,1
pale gold win no head . smells of tons of citrus and pine with a hint of kitchen cleaner and hardwood resin . very resinous taste win a lingering bitterness and faint light caramel . nice grainy malt flavor which is obliterated by resin flavor . amarillo comes close to saving this beer and there are beautiful cedar tangerine and cinnamon flavors . unfortunately this beer was brewed without any concept of balance and it is a resinous disaster . body is light carbonation is light . tastes like a blonde ale with evergreen sap . i m sure the hopheads will get their chemical fix here .,aroma,0.8,1
oz jug bottle poured in a pilsner glass a nut brown good carbonation clear . three finger khaki head with lousy retention . little lacing . s what . this is skunky . it smells like beer pong beer . not a fan . t some roast malts in the aftertaste . not bad but not good either . average . m best part of the beer even this finished with grittiness after the initial drink . o i bought for the bottle would n t buy again . some positives in the taste but the smell is enough to ruin it for me .,aroma,0.3,0
man looking at these other reviews i wonder if i did n t get a bad mix or batch . it was a very visually striking beer with it s pale pink color and it smelled very interesting with a mix of watermelon citrus and a hint of corinader but i found it to taste just awful . it just did n t seem to come together very well and ended up reminding me rotting watermelon . i really wanted to like this but there was just no way could n t even finish off the tasting glass . but with the all right reviews it has gotten i will have to go back and do some more research . i guess that means another trip to the great dane for hours more research . .,aroma,0.8,1
cl into a tulip . pours a nice slightly hazy golden orange . epic froth clumps cling . lots of white bread with sweet light skinned fruits and a hint of citrus in the end very nice complex yet mild aroma . medium bodied nice and smooth . taste is not as complex as the nose . fairly low sweetness slightly dry finish . the phenols which are leaning toward medicinal are a major flavor component . the final taste on my tongue is surprisingly banana and surprisingly the best part . cheers jd,aroma,1.0,1
since hubby knows i m not a yuengling fan he gave me this beer in a blind test . i knew it was a porter but that s about it . i m still not a yuengling fan . this porter poured as it should a dark coffee brown with a tan head that foamed nicely when swirled . it left almost an oily lace on the glass . take your car keys and hold them tightly in your hand until they re sweaty . now take a big whiff . ack . the boquet of this beer has the unique scent of metallic body odor . i never knew that combo existed before this moment . the taste was not as offensive as the smell but still not a great beer in my opinion . the taste of briny green olives hit my tongue first followed by the same odd metallic taste smell . green bananas and a splash of coffee finished the swallow . the mouthfeel was unoffensive but had an oily feel to it . it lingered a little too long . i ll finish this glass but i wo n t drink again anytime soon .,aroma,0.3,0
poured a oz bottle into a fresh pint glass . a . golden orange with a slight haze and one finger of fluffy white head that reduced to a foam after about two minutes . s. you can smell the hops running up to your nostrils as soon as the cap is popped . all hops with some yeast aromas in the background . t. very complex flavor of hops perhaps several different strains with a oiliness and salt with some pine and a slight sweet base malt under all of the above . m. smooth and creamy with a slight bite to the last bit as it is swallowed almost as if its trying to hang on . it hits on the side of the tongue and sticks near the front for a for a dry finish . d. i would definitely pick this up again but not sure for what . it would go very well with pork chops and applesauce but not with a baseball game .,aroma,0.6,1
. . oz . . are marked on the container but nothing is notched . appearance pours a dark murky brown that is speckled with a large amount of floating sediment . topped by a thin film of fluffy white head that settles immediately . aroma ripe figs maple syrup loads of belgian candied sugar and a ton of toffee with mild alcohol notes . taste mouthfeel thin watery mouthfeel with an odd off yeast flavor in the foreground . all of the pleasant aromas of the nose have vanished leaving some nasty diacetyl and way too much breadiness . this is not my day for beers . two tries and two that go down the drain after one sip .,aroma,0.8,1
i have to admit when i saw the gigantic ml can with the huge foster s label and bold . abv my first instinct was that the it cost would be better spent on half a gallon of gas . next to my pack of sierra nevada pale ale this chubby can was really just an impulse buy something to justify the pm beer run . cracked the can in the early evening after waking up from a nap feeling thirsty . downed the first of it straight from the can then thought better and poured the rest of it into an tapered glass . appearance thoroughly average but pleasant enough . pours a clear golden amber more gold than amber with a benign head and practically zero head retention . note that it has had caramel color added appearance purists should find this wholly unacceptable . for what it s worth the adorable chubby gold and green can makes this beer appear much more friendly for lack of a better word . smell sweet . maybe vaguely floral . nothing rich or hearty about it but nothing unpleasant or off putting . taste see below . nutty buttery plenty of lipid resonance . rich but not dense . if i had to describe it in one word comforting . mouthfeel lightly carbonated with only a subtle carbonic acid kick . extremely smooth and light . arguably a little watery relative to heavier fare . drinkability see below . it tastes freakin fantastic and its drinkability is off the charts . i would have another . and another . i almost wish that it was more like abv because i would gladly down a couple liters of this while while working in the summer heat . surprisingly it s great straight from the can . sitting here alternating between sips from the can and sips from a glass i think i might even slightly prefer the can . tastes a little sweeter from the can a little more bitter from the glass . the slight metallic flavor from the can may just be a side effect of having aluminum crushed against your nostrils but it seems to devour the bitterness . resonates in your nostrils and leaves a wondeful aftertaste that leaves you craving more . one of the most drinkable beers i ve ever tasted . i ve been looking for a beer like this for some time . very good and more than worth its cost in gas .,aroma,0.6,1
got this brew at a local beer judging contest that i helped run . qt size bottle . a immediately it appears that the head retention was killed from the oils in the peppers . a hazy golden color with tiny bubbles atop the brew . ok. s it s definitely unique . i get a nice blend of citrus hop and mild vegetal jalapeno . in the middle you get a sweet malt with an almost pickled scent on the back . decent . t i get a strange musty windex flavor upfront with a mild vegetal burn . a grassy taste on the back . sheesh all these are flavors you would n t want in your beer . m light body with a light carbonation . i grassy dry finish . eh . o all in all this smelled a lot better than it turned out . this may be a drain pour . do n t bother with this brew .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a hazy orange red with a fizzy head made lots of noise as it quickly died down to nothing . smell is quite tart smelling bit of sweetness can easily make out the raspberry aroma . whoa the taste is quite potent . i did n t know the abv before trying it but now i can definitely tell it s . taste is also quite tart my mouth is puckering from each drink . lots of carbonation in the mouth but works for this beer . quite a bit alcohol burn in the mouth and warms the belly pretty quickly . i have a feeling this would be much better if they toned down the strength .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer is the color of lemon honey coughdrops and produces a modest but tenacious white head . smells of light clove banana pepper light phenols and lemon very slightly as the beer warms . very fragrant reminiscent of wit . taste is a simple citrus and wheat combo with the sharp edges blunted by very subtle yeast phenols . watery mouthfeel is saved by amzingly fine and soft carbonation . drinkability is high . one of the better american wheats i ve had .,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a standard pint glass a straw yellow and crystal clear . strong carbonation . despite this the beer really has minimal head . the small inch white bubbly head i do get dies really fast to nothingness . would like something a bit more out of a wheat based ale . s wow . the hops smell great in this one . at first it smells like that first hop addition when you are homebrewing . upon closer inspection the hops are fruity grassy and floral . lots of citrus notes here with a touch of tangerine and a hint of grapefruit . very aromatic and appealing . some grainiess in the background from the malts . t hops are in the foreground here . more of that lovely citrus flavor with a touch of spiciniess any even a little grassiness . very hop heavy for the style . unfortunately the malts are just not there . i like my wheat beers to have some nice malt flavors specifically some wheat character . this beer has a subtle sweetness but is otherwise just hop water to me . i m not asking for a dopplebock here just a little more malts . something along the lines of oberon would have blended well with these hops . m light bodied . crisp and clean . high on the post lawn mower compatability index . d a good beer . i do n t agree with other reviews calling it spectacular . the hops are pheonomenal but this beer lacks balance . just a little more maltiness and this bber would be a solid a .,aroma,0.9,1
my favorite after work beer when i want to feel like an ale drinker in the s or s . this is probably the best cheap macro brewed beer that i can recommend . it s a beer with a lot of history and i like that about it . of course it s the taste that really matters and this is a pleasant enough tasting light cream ale . it s not that good of a pale ale in fact i think it s barely an ale at all with just a slight hint of ale like fruitiness and diacetyl . ballantine xxx ale pours with a brilliant white head that drops leaving a bit of lace and a thin layer of foam . the aroma is certainly nothing to write home about with a little whiff of canned corn and just a hint of hop spice . light in body and in flavor ballantine shows off a little bit of grassy hops under a blanket of sweet malt and corn . the hop bitterness is just enough to prevent this beer from being too sweet . well carbonated yet smooth ballantine s is very drinkable and remains a bit of a classic .,aroma,0.4,0
rohrbach s tends to serve many of its beers too cold and this was was no exception . do yourself a favor and let this one warm up a bit before consuming . it tasted a little tight and uninteresting on the first sip but after waiting ten minutes or so it almost tasted like a different and much improved beer . a medium copper color light head that dissipates quickly . somewhat cloudy possibly chill haze . s very little nose . vague impression of american hops lightly sweet and citrusy . t moderately hoppy with notes of citrus spice pine and herb . little floral character hops seemed primarily american varieties . malt character tastes like a mix of light amber malts and a hint of crystal malt . little residual sweetness on the back note . this beer improves and opens up being allowed to warm up a bit because it s definitely served too cold . m medium bodied appropriate amount of carbonation moderate fine bubbles . d probably in the alcohol range a little too much to be a straight quaffer . it s an excellent food beer especially paired with rohrbach s excellent german food it stands up to spicy food but wo n t overwhelm more delicate offerings .,aroma,0.6,1
this is not a lambic and it pains me to see people shying away from lambic based only on this beer or other lindeman lambics thus i am rating this to style . i do enjoy this beer but i do not enjoy it as a lambic . a when poured this beer produces a gorgeous ruby red body and a fluffy pink head . beautiful . s raspberries none of the funk or acidity that a lambic should have raspberries are nice though . t sweeet . wow this is not how a lambic is supposed to be it is n t tart dry funky . it bears no resemblance to the flavor of a traditionally crafted framboise . it is tasty like raspberry jam but way off style . m the carbonation is suitably high but the acidic dryness is not there . a bit on the syrupy side too . d way too sweet makes it difficult for me to drink much of this beer .,aroma,0.4,0
pour is black with a creamy tan head . nose is malt mostly pungent like an imperial stout . taste is of roasted malt with petroleum . earthy oily taste dry and rich . i would call it closer to an imperial stout than the oatmeal stout style . mellows a bit as it warms .,aroma,0.3,0
this is one of the five winter beers offered at cambridge brewing an irish dry stout . served in a shaker pint on nitro tap on to the beer once the cascading effect is done the beer settles into a black body topped by a milky tan head . it s drinkable like all the other dry stout and quite tasty to boot . the overall flavor is soft a mix of coffee and cream but chocolate malt balls are the most distinguishable of the bunch . perhaps it s a good thing this beer s only available miles away because i would be filling growlers of this stuff every week if the source were closer to me .,aroma,0.6,1
thanks to sliverx for this excellent and unexpected extra that was a lot of xs in one sentence . . pours a bright golden yellow with exceptional clarity . loads of bubbles sit like little beads on the bottom of the glass . they regularly break from the bottom and rise to the surface meeting a soft white skim that results from the quick fade of the initial finger fizzy head . not much lace to speak of . aroma is basic clean and crisp . grains are a little sweet and dry . taste is very crisp and more full than expected . nice toasty grains that are hearty while still being light fill the palate . light lemony citrus adds a bright highlight . feel is well carbonated and crisp with a little stickiness in the aftertaste that perpetuates the tastiness . exceptional drinkability . very very tasty while still being light crisp and refreshing . can i have another .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle acquired in trade . poured a dark black color with a larger sized brown head . aromas of chocolate roasted malts and very light oat . tastes of roasted malts chocolate oatmeal and i was getting tin . the metallic tinniness completely threw me off . lacing left on the glass . notes from,aroma,0.8,1
happy halloween everybody to get into the spirit of things i decided to try out my first pumpkin ale and given this was the only one i could find at the lcbo great lakes won this one by default . appearance unsurprisingly orange but surprisingly clear body that boast solid carbonation . the head sustained well enough but the single finger of it and lack of lacing leaves something to be desired . smell a lot milder and spicer then i expected it to be as nutmeg clove and cinnamon dominate the nose but you can still catch the pumpkin and a very subdued malt and hop smell in the background . it could be a little bit stronger but other then that no complaints . taste i dunno i normally like a beer with balance but this one i think would have been better served had it been more on the sweeter side . starts with a fairly watered down malt with some light spicing and then the spicing kicks into overdrive the exact same time the hops kick which is n t the greatest but it does end with a nice cinnamon and pumpkin taste which scores it some more points . mouthfeel the carbonation seems a bit too excessive and comes forward at the wrong place which also hurts it s transistioning . however a pleasant pumpkin pie aftertaste that does overstay it s welcome makes up for that . drinkability the harsh bite of bitterness and carbonation stops this beer from being as smooth as it could be . speaking of carbonation this one will leave you belching quite a bit . refreshing and not excessively sweet but as i said earlier i feel i would have been better served had it been sweeter . final thoughts the best way i can describe this beer is seasonal for a reason and it s not because you ca n t grow pumpkins year round . i m sure many would disagree with me and normally even i would but this pumpkin ale has a bit too much ale and not enough pumpkin . still it is a well balanced beer and i think it is worth a try . maybe next year a different perhaps sweeter offering will be available .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle to sn pint glass in a well light room . sound bottle opened to sufficent but quiet fffpt giving way to a golden cloudy head that quickly disappears . patchy foam on top remains . almost no lacing . s orange lemon grass . t light crisp and refreshing . orange and lemon fill the nose with every sip . nothing overpowers anything else . smooth all the way through . m light tickle . slightly heavier than the actual taste suggests . d high . very well balanced perfect example of the style . could drink these ice cold all summer or at about f during the winter months to hunt for more spices . may sit on the second half of this one until it warms up and note any differences . recommended .,aroma,0.9,1
it s a bit dark for an ipa . though the label says it s not a dipa it still seems malty looking for even an american ale . a very thin layer of head rests atop the pour and the bacteria like circles actually make it look dipa ish . it s not yellow and fizzy but it s neither bronze nor golden either . i guess that means its appearance is best classified as average . the smell is distinctively hops again more suggestive of a dipa than anything else . i detect neither fruit nor pine so it appeals to me less than many of its hoppy west coast counterparts . hops smell good so i declare the beer smells better than it looks . the taste is like dry hops . it s as if it s more likely to leave me parched than it is to quench my thirst . it tastes like a low grade dipa without the usual alcohol punch . so far not so good . i wonder why a brewery that makes hop stoopid would bother with a beer like this . what is the correction in this ale . after i go back and read the label i deduce it s a play on economics . though the narrative is clever and funny this beer s taste remains unimpressive . my biggest disappointment from lagunitas . it s like light brown hop water and i do n t think that s the identity for which it s aiming . the mouthfeel is the worst part . if you soaked hops in water and then put them in your mouth this is how it would taste . and that s without any cool enamel pulling . this beer is dry like a cabernet savignon . i simply do n t dig it . drinkability suffers because the beverage is n t that good . still its dry characteristics do n t make it heavy . you could partake in one maybe even two without feeling bloated but it s as if you d have to incorporate some water so as not to be dried out . i expect this recipe will similarly die out .,aroma,0.7,1
a tea like amber . thin looking . not much head . minimal lacing . s sweet malt but subtle . also looking at other reviews in an attempt to describe it vegetable beef stew notes . t taste matches smell . falls drastically at end of sip . m thin unimpressive . d check please .,aroma,0.8,1
one of the worst . before tonight i had never had corona . i want my money back . pours out to a light yellow color with very high carbonation . the head of white foam hung around but looked like an unflushed urinal at wrigley field . terrible aroma of wet cardboard and wet fart . taste was similar but luckily i ve never experienced a wet fart in my mouth that is . the only redeeming fact was the mouthfeel was decent aside from that it s pretty bad all round . i m gon na pour it out . my recommendations to corona use brown bottles . use better ingredient keep this stuff in mexico until then . not recommended .,aroma,0.2,0
out of the low carb beers it the best i ve had . it blows the ultra outta the water . it s a darker straw color than the uiltra as well as more body to it . still it s nothing to get excited over but it s good for what it is . again it s nothing that i would order again but i was being a good ba and broadening my horizons . has a little hop taste to it and a hint of honey plus the ever present taste of alchol . ofcourse it s still watery too .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a bottle with a nice foamy head about inch that never went away . the color is a deep very pretty dark amber . this is a beautiful beer . the smell is malty very mild . mouthfeel is thick rich almost creamy . there is a hint of oil on the back of the throat . the taste is great . noticeable hops but not overpowering . this is an extremely balanced flavorful brew . maybe my nd favorite pale ale after my own . the aftertaste is minty hoppy crisp . i love this beer . i could drink a bunch . my favorite of the flying dog line so far .,aroma,0.6,1
hmmm i normally love doppelbocks but this is very different to what we get in bayern . the taste is the main letdown in so far as it is vaguely doppelbockesque but the alcohol is way too prominent for a . beer . it is also not so much a warming pleasant taste but more the rocket fuel taste we know and loathe from cheap strong beers e.g skol .,aroma,0.8,1
thrid review tonight not inebriated yet . but i will be after this oz . app. . looks average for a malt nice and light golden just like a colt or mickey s . smell . sweet sweet malt and hints of alcohol even in the smell . kind of looked forward to the taste . taste . malt and alcohol . i can not even say the alc . is contained well because it s not . mouthfeel . average medium body due to the alcohol drinkability . i can drink this but it ll be hard to pretend to enjoy it if you want to get messed up drink two of these . otherwise steer clear of this malt liquor .,aroma,0.8,1
poured from a oz bomber into an imperial pint glass . labeled as bottled on december batch four . dark ruby brown nearly opaque with an impressive light brown thick foamy head . leaves thick lacing . settles down to with awesome head retention . smells are a little subdued but i smell some maple brown sugar caramel some kind of nuttiness a little spice anise or nutmeg maybe . rich tastes of brown sugar roasted malt some breadiness light smoke a hint of caramel and cocoa some oak and an interesting earthy and nutty finish with a nice bitterness . malt forward but nicely balanced with some slightly spicy hops . a little sweetness comes out as it warms up . nice texture medium bodied ends light and clean . for its complexity its still smooth and engaging easy to drink the bottle by myself . this is a pretty awesome beer . has some stout like qualities mixed in with the great brown ale qualities the bottle calls it a rustic dark ale which seems fitting . complex and unique . i look forward to having it again .,aroma,0.7,1
well the other of the two beers i had at the only caf the other day . i had this one ages ago when the lcbo brought it in for a seasonal but this was long before my enlightened reviewing days so time for another sample . well now the pour was a nice cherry red with next to no head on it but the colour was damn appealing none the less . on to the smell now this is a whole other ballpark . smells of sour cherry watermelon lime and cantaloupe all hit me like a fruit fight in the grocery store produce section . wow what a bouquet other notes i sniffed included bubble gum candy sugar apple esters ripe pear some chocolaty malt and finally cider vinegar . this is definitely one of the most robust noses i ve smelled in a long time . on to the taste which proved no less impressive . a peppery fruitiness initially too hold like the bite of cayenne pepper . followed this very astringent sourness balanced by a chalky sensation in the mouth attacked my tongue . the bite of mustard and an overwhelming sensation of balsamic vinegar coated my mouth the viscous liquor leaving the piquant nip of the latter mentioned flavours . star anise apples and pear soaked in meandered throughout the flavor spectrum completing one of the most complex palettes i ve had the privilege of tasting . alas i did not get to see the freshness date on the bottle . i have the feeling that this beer was a little aged after reading some of the reviews . this is possibly why i feel this beers drinkability and appearance are a little slacking compared to what others have rated . it was just a bit too rough with the vinegary sensation to be supremely quaffable though twas still quite quenching . my suspicions about the age might also be the reason why this beer had next to no head upon pour which was also a slight downer . regardless this is a magnificent beer which i d love to try on tap or at least a fresher bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled as part of the horizontal bell s wheat tasting . thanks mike . this is the black sheep of the series no pun intended . dark brown chestnut and ruddy in appearance . hard consistent foam adds a hearty appearance to this brew . smells exactly like burnt popcorn with rubber in the background . awful like an arson crime scene or something . flavor is close to the fire recalling charred wood chip carbon flavor carob and stale raisins . wheat presence seems past its prime and ill conceived despite a remarkable smoothness in the body . this beer is almost completely undrinkable . possibly one of the worst beers in recent memory .,aroma,0.3,0
appearance light brown gold good clarity not much head formation aroma lightly skunky malty caramel feint strawberries honey flavor light initial malt sweetness before a somewhat acidic backwash riding a wave of herbally hops green olives . finishes dryish with a lingering hop bitterness mouthfeel light body crisp texture low carbonation other comments an ok beer but a bit timid and unexciting . perhaps it would be better if it was n t bottled in a clear bottle .,aroma,0.4,0
bbe date on the label says . . . off white moussy head scattered with bubbles is underlain by hazy dark coppery marooney brown body . tilts produce short lived delicate lacings on the walls . aromas are dominated by intense metallic odor with banana clove underneath . some wheat is perceived too . bready flavor with hints of caramel and somewhat muted citrusy tartness from suspended yeast and or carbon dioxide . light to medium bodied with delicate carbonation . the beer would be quite decent one but the unfortunate metallic component ruins the overall impression .,aroma,0.3,0
a ml bottle with a bb of march . picked this up as a pack from my local off licence cheap stuff to start the evening . poured into a pint glass . a pale golden colour with strong carbonation . small foamy white head that settles after a minute or so to leave a surface film . there is almost no aroma to this beer a very light hint of malt but that s it . taste is light and clean . mild malt flavour with light bitterness . no hoppy notes to mention . mouthfeel is ok with slight tingling from the carbonation . virtually no aftertaste . could be described as light and refreshing but is also pretty bland . inoffensive beer to start a session but would n t seek this out specifically .,aroma,0.4,0
this was the most decent looking i ve come to agree with most of goose island s outputs beer at my local grocery so i picked it up . the pour gives you a decent sized head . not a lot of aroma though more of a faint beer stink smell . certainly not that impressive . overall taste is average with a lighter than expected weight on the palate . it s decently easy to drink moreso than the level of taste would garnish but that does n t save it from the fact that it ca n t really deliver anything special . if i wanted to pass rounds of beer out to people who do n t care what they drink i might choose this one .,aroma,0.4,0
bottled on . pours a bright orange color slightly carbonated with a thick pillowy off white head . aroma is amazing quite flowery tangy fruity with some yeast and a perfume presence . not quite as strong or balanced as the aroma would indicate . tangy fruits hard cider fragrance some yeast but not as much as i expected . quite acidic as well with a dry and sour finish . light numbing on the tongue . very complex as it seems i pick something different up with each taste . an interesting and unique brew .,aroma,1.0,1
pours black in color with a finger coffee brown head with ok retention the scent is of dark chocolate with dark fruit . the taste was incredibly sour at first bad batch . after the sourness passed i tasted some dark chocolate and notes of coffee the high alcohol was hardly noticeable . full bodied smooth and creamy low carbonation . this was not a very good beer due to the incredible sourness i probably had a bad batch if i see this somewhere else i will have to retry .,aroma,0.7,1
been sitting on this one for a while . finally got a chance to crack it open . poured an inky jet black with not much head at all . very thick and viscous like motor oil . smells of loads of caramel vanilla sugar lactose . basically like dessert . taste is overly sweet . tons of caramel vanilla cream lactose sugar flan . it s not that it s bad and the aftertaste is very enjoyable . it s just that it is way over the top sweet . mouthfeel is very thick and oily not too much carbonation very slick . coats the mouth . this is the first beer that southern tier have tripped up on in my opinion . i could n t get through a pint of it . far too sweet . i do wish that i had some vanilla ice cream though to pour this over . that would probably be very tasty and enjoyable .,aroma,0.9,1
last round at allagash night at rattle n hum . another oz pour into a teardrop shaped glass . confluence pours just a shade or two darker than gold and quite clear . it s got an impressive foamy white head on it especially seeing the condition i ve seen most of the beers served in tonight . lacing is also above average . all that pageantry just led to a letdown when i first leaned in for a smell . it had the aroma of a watered down allagash blonde with just the faintest hint of brett . where s my funk . the taste brings more balance between the malty sweetness with a little more earthiness along with the fruitiness of blonde and the brettanomyces . i can find just a hint of the black pepper i ve been getting from their house yeast strain all night as well . the pieces are in place but the flavor does n t really stand out overall and it could stand to be pushed even a little bit further towards the funk . best carbonation on any of the allagash brews i ve had tonight though very nice and lively . even for a wild confluence seems just a tad watery but i m really just splitting hairs at this point . the restrained brett influence albeit too restrained imo and the solid execution on confluence support a nicely flavored beer and make it solidly drinkable . probably my favorite brew of the night .,aroma,0.6,1
this beer pours into the glass with a deep amber body topped by a medium thick head with a decent amount of lacing left behind . the aroma is very appetizing . it is sweet and fruity from hops . the flavor is sweet and hoppy with a hint of fruitiness and a hoppy finish . medium bodied and dry .,aroma,0.8,1
big malty nose with hints of very dark caramel malts and lots of fruity yeast esters . light toasty wood aroma and some chocolate as it warms up . deep brown with a small ring of foam around the edge of the glass . small head is ok for a wee heavy alcohol roast malts . very fruity and estery . but the backbone is caramel and other dark roast malt flavors . a little bit of chocolate malt but what keeps coming back is the deep brown sugary caramel . there s also a nice vanilla componant that could be the barrell but it seems a little too strong to just be the wood . added . hop bitterness is there but overall it s a little sweet and could use a touch more to dry it out a bit . as i get toward the bottom of the glass the sweetness is kind of beating me up . nice and thick with a light but pleasant carbonation level . slightly warming from alcohol . nioce sipper as a small glass in a bar . but if i were to try to get down a bomber of this i think it would overwhelm me . it s just a little to sweet and heavy to take on more than a glass .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle provided by jale who was extra generous . black pour only a light tan head for a second then its gone . the aroma is the star of the show its a dead on ringer for a creamy peanut butter pie . lightly roasted but incredibly creamy and smooth . short s nailed it here . the taste loses a lot of the creamy peanut butter still present but greatly subdued disappointing . this is very roasted but has a dominance of stale black coffee that is so strong that i do n t even want to drink it . monumental failure to me to not transition the aroma remotely in the taste . worth giving a shot if you like peanut butter ca n t say anything wonderful things about how real the aroma is . just does n t carry over to the taste which would n t be bad if was tastey itself but its not .,aroma,1.0,1
poured a light amber color and extremely hazy as others have noted . kind of unusual looking but i like it . huge piney hop aroma that hits you . grapefruit and caramel malt are also clearly there . i love the big layered smell this has . a little unusual too . the taste is of course similarly big . a lot of sweetness upfront both from the caramel malt and the citrus hop flavor . pretty strongly bitter in the finish but in a great balanced way . a lot of grapefruit in the finish . pretty hefty oily mouthfeel . overall a unique and very enjoyable iipa .,aroma,1.0,1
ml corked bottle poured into stone vertical epic glass . very nice art on the bottle . pours an opaque black with a deep tan head . very chunky foam that hangs all over the glass . the smell is fresh crushed raspberry with undertones of vanilla caramel and oak . i keep getting vanilla ice cream with raspberry sauce . i can also catch a slight nose of peaty scotch if i catch it the right way . fantastic aroma here . the first taste is thick boozy raspberry followed by a woody earthy scotch flavor . this is somewhat what i expected but the raspberry and scotch completely take over the taste of the beer to the point where i do n t know what kind of beer is underneath the strong flavors . perhaps bashah was n t strong enough to stand up to this dose of aging . the raspberry and scotch are absolutely fantastic flavors here and taste great alone but i keep thinking this would be so much better over a big stout than a black ipa . mouthfeel is sharp and tingly but manages to stay full . not bad but again i m longing for the smooth oiliness of a stout underneath . definitely not going to be putting away very many of these . extremely strong but glad i was able to sample this bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle . patrick and the rue crew have not disappointed me yet but this goes into a duvel tulip looking like turbid apple cider . very cloudy and little if no head . even though there was a slight wisp of carbonation from the pop of the top i m not seeing much of anything . at least it has a nice personality . i was expecting a lot of apples on the nose . boozy apples but it s more of a bourbon ish toffee . copious copious caramel and malts maybe there s a bit of piney hops but that s ok this smells awesome . yup this one is a bit on the hot side . definitely getting a lot of bourbon toffee here . hops are again on deep background . this has a shitload of booze and only a small hint of carbonation . it s damn tasty no lie . but as expected it could use a lot of time . despite the heavy booze quotient or due in part to its existence it is n t as heavy on the palate as expected . the burn cleans it up and dries out some of that crazy sweetness . hop pine meshes a little with the booze but is merely an extra at this point . it s been a while since i ve broken out an old ale but it s football season with a little evening chill . ok maybe not a chill but i ve been looking forward to this crazy deal for a while . i expected it to be boozy hot and sho nuff lookie dere . but it s also enjoyable . the lack of carbonation definitely is a detriment but it s tasty as hell .,aroma,0.9,1
a looks the part . glowing golden color . nice frothy white head. s more wheatiness than easters . mild bubble gum and cloves . aroma is weakest part of this beer.also detect a sublte rotten egg smell but it is very light t nice flavors . not great . bubble gum.cloves . a little vanilla and banana . some lemons as well . everything is balanced and never prominent by itself . m perfect weightiness . not too big to drink a couple thirteen fourteen but also not so light it feels like mich ultra . .exactly how a hefe should feel . creamy texture. d this is the third time i have had this . the first time was in a hefe blind taster and i had this third behind dancing man and schells . .thought it was good but not as good as those . .the second time i had it was the next night by itself followed by schells and i thought this was much better . .today i am kind of in between . it s good . i do n t know that it is great . i will drink again and possible change this review when i have a cleaner palate if it is necessary.i love the fact a quality brewery is doing a nice hefe . i just do n t think it is top of the class like some do,aroma,0.6,1
big thanks to d b for this bottle . this is a bottle . careful not to agitate this thing theres alot of chunks floating around at the bottom . i accidentally gave it a shake but for the most part the junk stayed at the bottom . it looks alot like hop leaf mized with yeast haze . there is alot of it too . poured from a ml into an oversized snifter . color is a slightly hazy golden yellow with nice carbonation rise . the pour forms to fingers of white sudzy long lasting head . taking its time to receed it leaves many lace rings . the retention cap is about a quarter inch . aroma is pretty subdued . i get some banana fruitieness a touch of lemon zest grassy hops with a hay like kick buttery pie crust and a dry gelgian like aroma . starts out well carbonated with a cracked peppercorn like spicie hop profile . its very dry all the way through . a touch more of banana a bit of alcahol warming somthing that reminds me of banana laghy taffy candy . hops really bitter things up after the swallow bringing forth a long lingering bitter piney hop flavors . not quite like the apa ipa pine hop flavor but totally different . its dryer without the fruity citric character . for . the alcahol is really subtle and does not come around in flavor or aroma . but the dryness in the beer really hints at its presence . its a great example of a traditional belgian with loads of hops and a nice banana profile . this is quite interesting .,aroma,0.6,1
i ve always like tryign various fruit beers . .and this one was certainly one of the better ones that i have tried . the raspberries are extremely prevalent to both smell and taste but not to the point of being overwhelming . taste is smooth and gentle with very little aftertaste . i m not sure i could drink an entire pack at a time due to its sweetness but this is a great beer to sit out on the front porch with .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bomber a dense brown body with just some faint ruby highlights on the edges when held up to the light . fairly thin sandy colored head that quickly fades to a small ring of bubbles . notches of lacing on the side of the glass . s vanilla . caramel . butterscotch . sugary . goodness . those fives words sum up the nose . ridiculously sweet smelling hands down the sweetest nose on a beer i ve ever tried . t vanilla . caramel . butterscotch candy think worthers waves upon waves of sugary flavors hit from the start offset for a moment by a jet of heavily roasted coffee almost like chewing on candied espresso beans . the finish leaves a sweet caramel aftertaste that plays nicely against the astringent roasted note that lingers on the back of my tongue . this beer reminds me of one of my best friend s wedding the dessert course was creme brulee and an specially imported blend of coffee . this beer is that night in liquid form . m fine carbonation creates a superbly smooth silky creamy texture which is what you would expect from a beer that was inspired by a rich decadent dessert . d the sweetness is quite powerful . that and the fact that as the bottle warms you can feel the alcohol coming out means that this is a sipper and no more than one bottle at a time . abv for such a sweet beer . for such a delicious dessert beer it is a chore to finish a bottle by myself . wow . a novelty beer for sure and many will probably be turned off by its overly sweet flavor profile but this is definitely a beer to at least try . this is probably the epitome of a dessert beer if you serve this after a meal all by itself . i would gladly accept that as a fantastic way to wrap up a delicious meal .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle served in an oversized wineglass . pours a deep hazy amber with a little less than a finger of off white head . not much retention some lacing . a good but by no means great appearance . the aroma however is a one outstanding and really well captured in the wineglass nice fresh pumpkin accompanied by strong notes of cinnamon nutmeg clove maybe some ginger . wow this is the smell i look for in my pumpkin ales imo they nailed it . that said i feel the flavor takes a step back maybe the nose raised expectations too high . still very nice with the pumpkin and spices pulling through but perhaps not as robustly as the nose had led me to believe there s also a not entirely pleasant though subtle bitterness to it as well as a bit a boozy bite to the finish . again though a damn tasty pumpkin beer . medium bodied mouthfeel . overall a nice representation of the style and well worth a revisit but i ll work my way around some others first .,aroma,1.0,1
poured beer into glass at degrees . beer was very black . very brown head that lasted decently with big fat bubbles . smell was of course smokey kinda like i smell after camping with a little more earthy smell like dirt . beer was not bad smokey toasted malt taste would be nice with a bid steak i imagin . alcohole burn came on more as beer warmed up to drinking temp . intersting brew but will not purchase again .,aroma,0.8,1
a dark amber nearly brown color and hazy to the point of being nearly opaque . definitely too dark for the style . minimal head which disappears quickly . i do n t see any carbonation bubbles in the glass which is weird . s smells like peaches but more like what you get from a jolly rancher than a fresh peach . it smells pretty good but it does n t have any other complementing scents . t at first there s a strange bite possibly hops and then the peach flavor comes in to wash it away . the aftertaste is a mellow wheat and peach flavor . it s not that great of a flavor though it has a sickly taste to it and it is under carbonated . the only thing saving this beer is the peach flavor . m this is highly under carbonated . not only can i not see any carbonation bubbles rising in the glass and i do mean any but i ca n t taste it . o overall i did n t like this beer . it has a peachy smell and taste which is nice but it s flat . i would not recommend this beer and will not buy it again .,aroma,0.7,1
a foamy blanket which turns to dense clumps of a head covers this beer . the color is a deep chestnut brown . smell is heavy of malt and a bit spicy . taste is initially very malty and extremely sweet . .nutty and a little oily . this beer has plenty of character and was quite enjoyable . other than the gov t warning there was barely a word of english on the label,aroma,0.6,1
poured a deep dark brown with bright clean ruby highlights a thick yet rapidly dissipating head . there is almost no smell at all just some light smokey grains . the flavor is very mild with a light bit of smoke and roasted grain flavors and not much else . very thin . the mouthfeel is watery with just a hint of carbonation . pretty substandard .,aroma,0.4,0
a taps a deep reddish copper color with moderate head that fades quickly but leaves nice lacing on the glass . s mild aroma of toffee with a hint of chocolate . t flavors of chocolate with a hint of toffee and caramel . m rich and malty with decent carbonation . overall very good dopplebock . the color is amazing and the flavor is just about right on to me . rich chocolate and caramel flavors . this is maybe my favorite ale asylum beer and an excellent beer overall .,aroma,0.6,1
this brew poured a medium head of fine to medium sized white bubbles that quickly disappeared and a carbonated weak straw yellow body . it has a strong hop aroma and a fizzy hop flavor without much character . this brew is not impressive in the least and i will probably never buy another one .,aroma,0.7,1
hopworks abominable winter ale is delicious but as is so often my experience with winter ales i m really not sure what this style is supposed to taste like because the variation from brewer to brewer seems to be all over the place . that aside this is a surprisingly great beer . poured out of the oz er the body is a light caramely red color like sherry and has frothy lacing like mad . looks nice . smells of hops and malt not much else . this is a big and aromatic beer . excellent . the taste is excellent as well . first taste makes me think i m drinking an imperial ipa but then the sweetness from the malt kicks in . think of a strong extra malty ipa and there ya go that is the abominable winter ale . the flavor goes from sweet malt gt hops . it s very big and strong in both aspects but still well balanced not too dry or too sweet . the body is pretty light but still very creamy due to all the head that sticks around after pouring . this is a good one it s just missing the seemingly requisite chocolatey aspect of every winter ales winter warmers winter seasonals and anniversary ales i ve ever come across . as a result i just ca n t give it the . for taste that i want to even though it is truly excellent tasting .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a light golden yellow with no head whatsoever even pouring into the middle of the glass . smells mostly of citrusy and a tiny bit of floral hops . tastes very clean hardly any sweetness of any kind not really very bitter either . not really much in the way of taste at all . but very clean . mouthfeel is very watery but otherwise not too bad . overall it s fairly drinkable because there s no real flavor to disagree with . would n t be too bad on a hot day i guess .,aroma,0.7,1
pours a nice new copper penny color with white head that disapates after a bit . crystal clear with carbonation bubbles rising even after minutes . aroma is kind of grainy with a light malt aroma taste has some malt kind of true t style mouthfeel is fine . not a bad beer by ab,aroma,0.4,0
had one at creekhouse today for pgh . ba gathering . st beer of the session . a pale straw yellow beer with very fine head which was minimal . a grassy lemony herbal dry smell . lean . i like more fruit and spice second to that i suppose . taste was lean and dry and too restrained for my tastes in a trippel . this is n t bad but compared maybe to dare i say the american versions i prefer some of them to this one overall just minimum of bitter spice sweet here a trippel light if you will . mouthfeel was good however with the creamy head and nice slippery consistency . drinkability is low here with it s knock out ethanol content . whew.i knew something was up after just of these .,aroma,0.8,1
tasted on freshness not indicated packaging oz . brown bottle glassware snifter purchased single from midtown nashville this is described as an oaked blonde barleywine ale on the label . appearance is a clear copper with fingers of tan head . both lacing and retention are very good . aromas are of hops front and center with citrus grapefruit and spicy qualities . i do n t get much more in the nose . i was expecting a big dose of hop bitterness in the taste based on the aromas but the flavors are very well balanced . there s a good amount of malt sweetness and wood oak dryness to compliment the hops . definitely an alcohol presence is made known in the . brew as well . strong and intense . mouthfeel is full bodied and seems to have a syrupy kind of viscosity . smooth and easy to drink although the higher alcohol makes it more of a sipper . finishes with a warm sweetness . very impressed with this new small batch beer from samuel adams .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance dark brown good head . smell sweetened chocolate floral notes . taste mild chocolate flavor with a dry finish and a little metallic bite which detracts . drinkability certainly easy to drink but the metal does n t help . picked up a sam smith sampler pack to get another one of their great pint glasses and do some reviews . the oatmeal stout started out pretty good but had a little metallic taste to it . worth a try though .,aroma,0.9,1
a clear golden color . head gradually settles to a froth on top . n some hints of alcohol skunk fruit but not a good indication of the taste . t low key sweetness fruit up front maybe a little apricot and pear . a little bitterness after . distinct . balanced . m smooth velvety goodness . d i enjoyed this bottle . i somehow think of this as a winter beer probably from the warming memories of it on tap a few years back .,aroma,0.6,1
i m a bit bewildered by the reviews that this lager has received . i personally do n t care for lagers if anything i do n t like them . but my mind have been changed by the few lagers i ve had and this is one of them . grant it it has more of a pilsner feel to it . i got this cold on tap at a steakhouse in monterey ca . i was extremely skeptical when my friends got it because it s a lager and it s from hawaii sorry . . i do n t equate hawaii with beer like i do with boston and san francisco . but when i had it wowe . . . . it had this crystal clear refreshing taste to it . the after taste was something i ve never tasted before . it made sense after my friend reminded me that one of the most important ingredients in beer is water . hawaii has very clean pure water there . but they must ve done something great to it to be one of only lagers that i find interesting and enjoyable to drink .,aroma,0.6,1
out of a flip top bottle this beer was hazy honey gold color . the head was huge a three finger tower of cream colored bubbles that retained very well as a cap and left scattered lacing . the aroma was semi sweet a blend of slightly doughy malt caramel malt floral hops and herbal hops . the flavors started on a sweet note of caramel malt that then became more musty and earthy . the hops and malt did not seem to blend together well and produced a dull effect on the tongue . the body was medium the mouthfeel average and the carbonation average . not a bad beer but not a good one either .,aroma,0.8,1
pours an attractive sunset orange color with thick head . head dissipates fairly quickly into a light ring of lacing along the sides . scent is odd fruit such as plum and apricot with an overall musty aroma . somewhat like fruit which is going rotten . off putting . flavor is n t any better . begins with dried dark fruit and tangerine and kicks in with a yeast which tastes dry and dusty . finishes hot isopropyl style alcohol and a sweet fruity aftertaste . interesting but not necessarily tasty mixture . thin hot and dry in the mouth . whew . this one attempts to be a belgian strong ale with the fruitiness and high abv but they got the elements all wrong . i d rather have a malt liquor . drain pour .,aroma,0.3,0
i found this single . oz green bottle at the binny s store in plainfield il for . . there s a bunch of numbers on the back label but if that s a freshness code i ca n t make heads or tails out of it . the beer poured out a crystal clear yellow gold color that was bright yellow when held to the light . it produced a two finger white head that lasted a few minutes and left some decent lacing on the glass . there is no smell to this beer neither good nor bad . very mild flavors here a faint amount of malt to balance out a faint amount of hop bitterness . i also get a little metallic flavor from the water . it s actually not a bad taste but there s just not enough to it . smooth mouthfeel with actually more body to it than i would have guessed . the low carbonation actually works well here . i loved the mouthfeel . not a great beer but certainly drinkable .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle courtesy of russpowell . thanks russ . . abv listed on the label . it pours a cloudy yellow colour with about an inch of foam . the lacing is ok for the style . the smell is . funky and yeasty with good notes of banana and anise with a lemon hop aroma bringing up the rear . it smells inviting to me . the taste is of wheat bananas light lemon zest and a bit of bread . i like the smell more than the taste for some reason . maybe the overall flavours come off to me as being bland . on the low side of medium bodied with low levels of carbonation . at this time the foam is gone and no more lacing . drinkability . it drinks ok but following one bottle with another if i had one would not be something i d do .,aroma,0.8,1
poured into a darkness goblet on pours a pretty honey colored orange yellow with a solid finger and a half of foamy white head . nice appearance but i would like some more lacing . smells of sweet malt with a yeast backbone and a nice slap in the face of citrus hops . this is a great blonde i cant complain about the smell . taste is very light on the pallet . a little bit of the sweet malt and some yeast flavors but it hits off with a honey lemon flavor that dominates . i would like some more malt sweetness but it is a great summer drinker . mouthfeel is light in the weight and has little or no carb or hop bitter characteristics . overall this is a great blonde . very well balanced and the citrus flavor makes it a great summer sipper.,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle . beer served chilled in a cabernet glass . a this beer pours a sexy and distinctly pink hue with a huge puffy white pillow of head . s big puff of raspberry with a bit of malt . t m a middle weight beer with a pleasing crisp taste and mouthfeel . very sour and heavily prickly on the tongue . raspberry flavors dominate the palate . the sourness from the fruit provides the balance in this beer with little discernible hop flavor . d an enjoyable beer . best served cold .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer had a lot of head mainly because i d poured it so shittely the smell was quite good but the taste was a bit of a let down . i found the taste of the alcohol very overpowering which tainted an otherwise tasty beer . normally i find that the belgians are quite skilled at hiding the alcohol but not in this case .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bottle . dark maple syrup brown . very little light through around the edges . finger of dirty khaki head does n t last too long but leaves some nice lacing behind . ahhh nice smoke on the nose . i love smoke beers and i was really hoping this would have some campfire nose and it does . campfire and smoked meat mix with roasted barley a little dark chocolate and even a little dark fruit . roasted malt and coffee bitterness start out followed quickly by a metallic tinge and welcome sooty smoke . faint tartness hangs out in the background . campfire smoke controls the palate with a little dark chocolate coming in near the finish . a little coffee bitterness in the end . could use a little more roasted character and i m not sure about the faint tartness lose it . moderate body with a slightly watery feel for the style . i was hoping for a cheaper more accessible version of alaskan smoked porter but the taste and the mouthfeel drop the ball after a nice smoky nose . not bad by any means however .,aroma,0.9,1
although this is described as an english derived e.s.b. the brewer notes that they have given this deep ruby ale an american influence . heavily hopped with three different american hop varieties the hop aroma and flavor are citrus like and pungent . with that said this ale has an amber ruby body with nice head formation that lingers . very strong hop aroma primarily cascade hops so this e.s.b . s aroma reminds me of a dry hopped pale ale in the pacific northwest style . taste is balanced between citrusey hop bitterness and caramel maltiness however as the beer warms the bitterness lingers and begins to dominate . the body is medium but perhaps a bit cloying for an english e.s.b . overall a satisfying ale not exactly true to its style but very good nonetheless .,aroma,0.9,1
my favorite part of the beer was the aroma . it had this very intense chocolaty smell that while sipping was very pleasing to the senses . very stiff alcohol flavor was left on the tongue after being swallowed . it was smooth and had a coating mouth feel which is one of my favorite aspects of stouts . very powerful full flavor . i would drink it to end an evening but only have one because of the alcohol content .,aroma,1.0,1
poured form a bottle with a best by september date . i have to say i love many sa products i often get the boston lager the noble pils and the cream stout but i hated this one i have n t been this disappointed in one of their products since i had the cranberry lambic . this pours a golden straw like color slightly hazy but not much for a wheat white foamy head . the smell is n t good i smell the lemon rinds but it almost smells like a lemon soap not very appetizing . mouth feel is okay pretty light but good for a summer beer . the taste though is terrible i do n t get any wheat in fact all i can taste is the lemon its not a good tart lemon taste but instead its some bitter bizarre soapy aftertaste . i actually ca n t taste anything but the aftertaste . i m so glad i tried one of these my friend had because i do n t know if i could finish a pack . overall i disliked this and wo n t get it again . at least sa tried something new its just one something i liked at all .,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a very clear reddish brown . tan head has little staying power not much for co bubbles . s hint of skunky beer with weak caramel malt aroma . i hate green bottles all brewers should stop using them . light degradation of beers from europe packaged in green bottles never holds up by the time it gets here . t nice upfront sweet toasted malt with a hint of floral hops at end with a little astringent aftertaste . m medium body with moderate effervescence hops linger . d easy to drink but not a ton of flavor . o not my favorite marzen but respectable would love to get some before the skunk sneaks in the bottle . i m sure this on tap would be a much better experience . maybe some people actually like skunky beer . heineken anyone .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance black as night with no light penetrating my beer head supper thick brown head smell dark roosted burnt malts with hints of coco and hints of a deep black liquorish taste roosted burnt malts raisins and butter coco weight medium to low body and very low carbonation finish roosted malts and floral hops,aroma,1.0,1
served on tap at my local watering hole . appearance pours a true amber color mostly transparent . head is a creamy eggshell white which leaves medium heavy lacing as it recedes . after successive sips there were rings around the glass one of my favorite beer phenomenons . smell almost nothing to say here the smell is very weak it seems . from what i can detect there is a gentle grassiness coupled with moderate sweetness . taste mouthfeel okay this beer is a little more complex than i initially thought . a light to medium bodied brew with both pleasantly mellow toasted caramel malt flavor and brooding earthy hop flavor . very active carbonation which allows for a revelation of taste after the initial sip . rinses very smoothly with hops as the focus of the aftertaste . drinkability good . it s unoffensive and get more flavorful as the beer warms . one could easily knock a few back in an evening .,aroma,0.6,1
bottle from some cheap ass liquior store in baltimore . . . . . . a dark borwn with a thick tan head s be change up from normal arrogant bastard . .obviously the oak hints and smokeyness t bah blam . lightly chocolate woody oak taste with maybe some really dark fruitty hints . .maybe cherry m much more tame than his big brother not nearlay as much od an etoh kick and much smoother going down d goes down easy for a buck fiddy its hard to beat a bunch of places around me sell it for . a pack,aroma,0.6,1
a definite nutty malty hints with an overriding slight scent of alcohol this is an beer . slightly pecanish m creamy feel some body here and about the appropriate amount a deep mahogany dark reddish . poured to slight head and dissipated . getting some lacing on glass as drink down . t malty flavor up front get the nutty taste . finishes with a alcohol flavor . bit disappointed there i think the alcohol taste is a bit too up front and distracts from the other flavors . d okay easily have a couple but with that alcohol taste i do n t know that i d want to have too many o c i think that since it s dogfish head it s likely a fairly well put together beer but it just does n t seem to fit a nut brown with the alcohol taste which distracts from what it should be,aroma,0.8,1
decided to try this out based on the reviews i saw on this site . to be honest this was the first time i ve tried a well rated beer based on this site s ratings that i absolutely hated . i m sure it s a great choice for some people but both the smell and taste of this beer reminded me of a very sweet and sour vinegar . after trying it out and being suprised by its taste i asked a friend to try it out and he totally agreed with me .,aroma,0.2,0
i had this bad boy down in over the rhine when barrel house still had a brewpub . this beer went great with the pizzas they were serving and the marlboros we were smoking . it has a dark color and a roasted taste and scent . it has a great lingering maltiness so far as i can remember i dont think barrel house makes this anymore . i liked this beer so much i braved over the rhine in the dark by myself so i could fill up my growler . well done barrel house well done . please please build another brewpub .,aroma,0.6,1
a a thick amber with some orange tint . at the onset there was a nice head that drops down to aslight lacing that covers most of the surface . s a little sweet citrus at the start followed closely by some pine . the best aspect of this beer for me . t there is some sweet malt backbone there but not enough balance for me personally that i remained focused more on the piney hops . some bitterness to it . m medium bodied some stickiness that gets washed away from the carbonation . overall not bad probably good for what it is just not really my deal .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks to bu zeye for sharing this bottle . the beer pours clear gold color with a white head . the aroma is not good at all . it smells like corn with some chlorine mixed in for good measure . the flavor is a little better but still not good . i get some corn and wheat with some earthy hops . medium mouthfeel and medium carbonation .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer pours a gorgeous golden amber color and is visibly thick thanks to the two hour hopping process mentioned in the name with some large white yeast formations on the top of the glass . the beer smells pretty good very hoppy like one would expect from this type of beer . the taste is overbearing . the alcohol taste is very strong and the hop taste is equally overpowering . i m a fan of ipa s but this beer is simply too much for me . it coats the inside of your mouth and even burns with biterness . it took me an hour to drink the beer . only recommended for extreme hop heads .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this beer tried next to or poured from a bottle into a pint glass . a a pitch black color very tiny white thin ring of a head pretty poor looking . s smell is awesome . tons of hoppy citric and grapefruit notes with some sweet honey and vanilla . t wow . a bit of a letdown very little hop bitterness and a strong cloyingly sweet flavor with little complexity . m smooth could use more carb . d a decent enough beer but its the worst between either and or .,aroma,0.9,1
. oz . green bottle a pours black with a full frothy milkshake like brown head . great retention lots of lace . s quite vegetal has a hint of agave syrup fairly hoppy not what you d expect . t milk chocolate with a lot of agave flavour fruity some pineapple liqueur especially in the finish . vegetal and grassy hop character dandelion greens an interesting flavour especially in an imperial stout . m full bodied with a light carbonation creamy and smooth with a nice aftertaste leaving an enjoyable alcoholic burn . o this is the first time i ve seen the ba black hole series . this is certainly a unique tasting beer for the price it s not worth it but it s nothing like i ve ever had before .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a hazy gold with a decent sized white head and aggressive carbonation . smell is honestly terrible . many would describe it as dark fruit or some other lame fruit something but honestly it smells like the residue that stays at the bottom of a plastic trash can after it s been used for a while . moldy fermented not in a good way stagnant . this beer tastes like they unintentionally stumbled upon a belgian wit . it has a less citrusy and less spicy flavor but a dull senseless body that a wit has . it s like a half hearted attempt at a blanche de bruxelles . not a good beer at all .,aroma,0.2,0
oz short brown bottle . it poured rusty brown with a nice big head quickly receding to a thin lace that had problems clinging to the glass . the smell reminded me of a heath bar . lots of toffee and coffee in my sniffer . the taste is fantastic . full of biscuit malt and roasted chocolate flavors . very good . the beer was light in the mouth and went down nice and easy . will finish the six pack and will look for more . good stuff .,aroma,0.6,1
reviewed from notes . this was one . oz . taster of a flight of four i sampled at pp san clemente in late may . glowing orange nectar color . beautiful . very fragrant and skunky smell . it is light in body for an imperial ipa but that helps a bit with the very thick resinous nature of the hops . floral and piney in a good way . the malt helps keep the ibus in check during the primary and secondary flavors . the light body helps prevent the brew from over drying or shocking your palette on the linger . i m not getting a hint of citrus on this guy which is ok . however you sometimes do n t realize what some of those balancing fruitier flavors do to help keep more bitter varieties in check .,aroma,1.0,1
yellow beer . no head but loads of carbonation . aroma was sweet corn like iowa but worse . i might even discern a light hoppiness . taste is like bmc but worse i dunno where that light hoppiness went in the nose but it ai n t on the tongue although some residual metallic bitterness is . i ca n t rate this to style i do n t like the style and the style it is denatured from is a crappy one to boot so you re getting like a xerox of a crappy xerox to borrow from duplicity essentially or was it the simpsons . . its not awful but it does n t blow me away either . light body no alcohol or hops . . . really what rating could you expect from this . only relative value for this is clearly if you want a real beer but for whatever reason legal emotional responsible you ca n t . my dad used to have loads of this crap and sharps . at . cent in the singles pile figured this would be a good weekday beer . boy was i wrong it just left me all pissed off afterwards .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a near black color with a big dense creamy head that dissipated into a beautifully fluffy cap active carbonation bubbles racing to the top . the aroma is somewhat faint i pick up some raisins and grains pretty disappointing for a bsda . the taste starts of tart with lemon and green apples which transitions into prunes carob and a touch of tobacco earthiness . slight booziness in the flavor . moderate to light feel active carbonation finishes with a lemony tartness . a different bsda than the mainstream but still good . this one is more tart than sweet and boozy . has better balance than the style but does n t have the depth of flavor . definitely worth trying .,aroma,0.6,1
this review is on a bottle from the vintage will be fun to see the difference with age . a looks like motor oil my wife s uncle said . looks great to me . s loads of chocolate sweet but not cloying . the alcohol was quite present . vanilla wood and a ton of smoke all played roles in the aroma . very good . t starts out quite fruity sweet and tart with heavy notes of strawberries . chocolate seems to be hiding underneath the strawberry profile . starts to dry out right before the swallow with lots of alcohol and wonderful smoke hitting my palate making the sensation very too . intense . aging this one helps a lot . m the body seems quite good on this beer but again the alcohol seems to burn so much it takes away from the experience . d i felt like the smoke was much more present in the younger bottle of bourbon county stout than in the aged bottles but over all this beer gets much better aged . just too intense for me at this point though .,aroma,1.0,1
z bottle to seidel mug bought at christmas but saved for just the right time now . a dark amber with a thick off white head that coats the side of the glass while enjoyed . smell spicey piney but still a bit sweet scents . taste malty hoppy with a hint of sweetness . bitter and i sense a hint of tannin feeling . pine amber grapefruit and caramel notes . mouthfeel medium to full bodied drinkability excellent flavors and bitter taste keep me wanting more all in all a great beer . this beer is exactly what i would expect from a rogue christmas ale and makes me want to go grab a rogue dead guy downtown and i will in due time . very good .,aroma,0.6,1
served in a tulip glass . a light brown or dark amber with a soapy two finger off white head that dissolves into a persistent pencil thin head . s one of the more complex brews ive had smell wise . i really sat with this one over an extended period of time and watched it change . minutes out of the fridge the predominant odor was that of soy sauce and alcohol . about minutes or so later the aroma became or of a solvent one like expo markers and tropical fruit . after about an hour or so green apple sour jolly ranchers were present . i also detected a touch of coffee . t soy sauce alcohol belgian yeast and a touch of hops . finishes a tad bitter . m high to medium . o very complex . a bit hot but some aging would solve this . worth a try .,aroma,1.0,1
a dark black with almost no head . looks almost like molasses or barbeque sauce . s it smells like molasses raisons and dates . smells much sweeter than it tastes . t i had high expectations for this beer but was greatly disappointed . there seemed to be almost no carbonation . it is more malty than sweet and where is the creaminess of a stout it is not in this beer . almost reminds me of cough syrup with a little hops added . not a big fan of this beer although i do like most beers brewed by bells . mf thick and starts out sweet then the flavor goes quickly as you choke down this raison juice . d the taste alcohol content make this beer almost undrinkable . however if you are able to get one down the abv is a plus . there is no way i could drink more than one of these . i m a big fan of bells but could do without this concoction of hopped up prune juice .,aroma,0.8,1
this ounce bottle was received in trade with umfskibum . thanks josh . the label indicates that this was bottle conditioned in but does not provide a specific bottling date . i popped the cap off the bomber and poured into a pilsner glass . the pour manifests four fingers of fluffy caramel hued head . retention is moderate . spots of lacing touch the glass . the beer is a vibrant golden shade and very clear . carbonation is very active inside the glass . the aroma is giving off a lot of grassy hops and wet hay . there is a strong and distinct odor of bread dough . a strange squash like scent lingers . alcohol is also well noted . i ve not smelled a beer like it though i m not really digging the less conventional qualities of the aroma . on the other hand the flavor is really something . a rich and complex malt profile unravels on my tongue revealing strong impressions of caramel on top of heaps of grain . alcohol is well noted on the tongue but in a way that blends smoothly with the grains recalling a fine spirit as much as a lager . bitter hops are noted but remain in the background as a result of the big malty sweetness and high alcohol content . the finish is surprisingly clean . it is quite astounding to behold . this is a full bodied beer . the carbonation that looked so active through the glass does little to cut through the weight of this brew . the alcohol that is so noted on the tongue offers absolutely no burn on the way down the hatch nor does it manifest itself in the nose as so many other high alcohol beers do . however it does contribute pleasant velvety qualities to the texture of the beer but not to the extent that you would expect in say a high gravity stout . it is a very impressive balance . my first impressions of this beer sight and smell were not terribly impressive but this maibock delivered where it counts . the flavor is outstanding and the mouthfeel is really great . i ve not sampled a beer like this maibock or otherwise . smuttynose s website indicates that this vintage is . abv and though this beer makes creative use of its alcohol content it is not conducive to sessioning . but with a price tag of . in maine this bomber is in fact a fantastic value . i would love to be able to buy this in ounce bottles as that would be a perfect serving size . the two schlitz scale see my profile for an explanation i give two schlitz for smuttynose maibock . prosit .,aroma,0.6,1
oh my . this is the first mountain sun brew i can not finish and it s an oz glass . pours a light hazed pale straw color with a nice fluffy head . so far so good . then the smell . oh my . ick . something is wrong here . cabbage and sweet corn . dms i believe . this is horrible . i shudder to predict the taste which . is n t all that bad . the smell stops there and the flavor is rather average . carbonation gets the aroma out for a bit . yet the clove and spices just do n t make it . and then the smell returns . put this one aside . next .,aroma,0.3,0
presentation oz . brown bottle with no bottled on or best by date . appearance fairly clear amber in hue rough pour produces a fine two fingered head of light beige color decent retention moderate lacing . smell heavily buttery some caramel malt . taste light grain backbone finished by a gentle earthy hop bitterness faint butter diacetyl notes pervade . mouthfeel somethat thin overly carbonated if not poured roughly enough . notes not worth your time .,aroma,0.8,1
yet another overt thanks to a top notch trader baconsausage who tossed this growler my way with no expectation of anything in particular in return . in turn the growler was shared with a bunch of other bas non bas at an impromptu weekend tasting . reviewed from admittedly sketchy notes . pours an amber leaning towards yellow plenty of pop in the head even after hundreds of miles of travel . smell is dead on luscious tons of citrus grapefruit a frontal assault of all that is good holy about the hop . top of the line nose on this one just fantastic . my first impression was damn . the taste does n t live up to the singing angels aroma but hey what could . another metric ton of hop variety grapefruit rinds citrus wrapped in a slick slippery feel . surprisingly there s also a backbone of malt steel here the middle of the beer is sticky syrupy sweet . wham . the hops come back that malt is just a warm memory on the tongue . the consensus was this was an excellent beer there was a marked difference once it warmed a collection of yeah it s ok changed to damn this is good after minutes . really glad i got to try this one thanks again tucker .,aroma,1.0,1
bottled in i purchased this at the brewery for a case . i have poured it into a tulip . the slight head quickly fades . the body is a clear amber . when i was at the brewery yesterday a lady popped one of these and poured it into a glass . i kid you not i smelled this thing from feet away . we were standing in the brewery with all kinds of other smells yet this stood above them all . the nose is of cherries and pineapples with a nutty malty backbone . the alcohol is definitely noticeable . the taste is fu . ing huge . the hops are running wild up front . orange pineapple this hop profile could only be pulled off by nick floyd . the hops seem to be sweet instead of bitter . they leave an oil slick on my tongue . the malt side has molasses toffee and cherries . there is also a nutty doughy bready character as well . this is like a big juicy alcoholic grapefruit . the mouthfeel is thick and chewy . it is certainly coating . the drinkability is better than average but the acidity of this prevents me from having another one for now . i have plenty for later .,aroma,1.0,1
aromas of light banana and a predecessor of clove . the nutmeg smells are very loud while the cinnamon seems to take a back seat . the taste is initially caramelly and malts with some mild to medium bitterness right up front . the spices linger in the aftertaste finish . overall this is a decent winter offering . i enjoyed this more during my novice beer days now it is kinda heavy on the spices . enjoyable once or twice during the winter months but not a whole pack beer .,aroma,0.8,1
clear copper color with little head retention . has a mashed ripe banana smell with sprucey piney notes . the taste reflects the aroma. the banana fruit is balanced with a light piney hop flavor . not an overbearing fruit beer . it is light in body and very drinkable with a clean finish .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at max s today . not really sure the style description on ba for this beer but i guess it makes as much sense as what the beer menu at max s says french buckwheat ale . . in any event . the beer pours an orange amber color with good head retention and lacing . the nose is pretty interesting in this one with a complex aroma profile of orange citrus funk light clove and some honey . ok. color me impressed so far . on the palate however everything sort of falls apart . the beer is light and kind of watery and is dominated by the barnyard funk . otherwise there s some very light citrus as well as some wheatiness . it s ok but given how great this beer smelled i m a bit disappointed . mouthfeel is light and kind of watery with a barnyard funk finish something i m liking less and less . drinkability is ok but the beer is kind of watery and the funk flavor is just a bit too pronounced . mehhhh . . not a bad beer but not something i want to revisit any time soon .,aroma,0.9,1
aecht schlenkerla rauchbier mrzen is a dark brown color with a beige one inch head that reduces to a thick collar . the aroma is one smokey delight . smells just like a heavily salted smoked salmon and do n t think for a minute that this aroma is incompatible with beer . you can definitely taste the smokiness in addition there is some sweet malt and a bit of sourness . the after taste is on the dry side . the mouth feel light bodied with good carbonation . drinkability is great with a . abv and the awesome taste . i love this beer . all those sharp flavors combine in an enjoyable assault on the taste buds . and the nose kicks ass .,aroma,1.0,1
hugely hazy titian that looks like equal parts orange juice and sweet apple cider . the edges are smoky orange in color further evidence that there s a lot of something present . here s hoping that something is hop flecks . given the language on the silk screened label super hoppy in celebration of the hop a hop tribute i d say hops are a good bet . the head is pale caramel in color and is firmly creamy . a thick blanket of lace has already shown up leading me to expect a glass coater . super hoppy is right . the nose screams hops with full throated gusto . this american dipa is absolutely bursting with sweet juicy fruit orange grapefruit pineapple and passionfruit at least . if the hop bill was n t printed on the bottle tomahawk cascade and centennial i would have bet the farm that amarillo was in there somewhere . pine sap is a welcome contributor as well . hopsickle has too much caramel malt for my tastes . the sweet caramel candy stickiness blunts the bright hoppiness to a significant extent . this moylan s offering falls decidedly into the balanced dipa camp that is much closer to an american barleywine not the souped up ipa like dipa camp . that makes it sweeter than most with a brown sugar syrup quality that i m enjoying . as noted the hop flavor has been rendered earthbound by gooey liquid caramel . grapefruit peel is the dominant hop flavor with the more tropical fruit qualities of the nose falling by the wayside . bitterness is still substantial however . this is a major tongue ruffler a quality that sneaks up on the drinker due to the smoothing soothing character of all those malt sugars . the mouthfeel is as expected . that is full heavy syrupy sticky honeyish etc . since the ingredient that keeps me from loving the flavor profile is the same one responsible for the gargantuan body i ca n t very well give it a perfect score can i . i d gladly trade a little mouthfeel for a more hop dominant beer . hopsickle is a great name for a dipa but hopsickle is n t a great dipa . my preference should be obvious by now . simply put malt does n t deserve to share the stage with hops in beer of this style . i still feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to try this one . thanks lou .,aroma,1.0,1
sometimes living in indiana rocks . for example i can find this beautiful offering at the freakin grocery store right next to the venerable two hearted ale . ahhh . now this beer is a masterwork from fff . it pours a slightly hazy amber with a rock solid dishwater head . mmmm that head really released a lot of wonderful aromas . pine and citrus predominate and man it smells good . very merry christmas but not in the tinsel and cookies kinda way but the i m some crank wandering around in a pine forest and i m giving presents to strangers kinda way . it definately ai n t normal but it sure is delicious . the only reason why this beer is n t an ipa is because it is n t bitter . the malt covers up and bitterness from the hops and they mostly hang out at the fore of the beer anyway . you get a wonderful blast of hops followed by a nice light caramel which preps you for the next blast . i can and do drink this beer all day .,aroma,1.0,1
vintage split with nate as part of an impromptu cable car vertical at toronado in sf . a cloudy golden color with foamy white head and solid lace . remains hazy as it warns unlike the . s strong brettt yeast character melds with sour fruit and bready notes . among the best sour aromas i ve had the pleasure of experiencing . t fruits oak and brett share the spotlight . great blend of the three flavors . when cool it leaves a lingering bitterness however after warming its bone dry finish lingers with fruit and oak bitterness be damned . not sure quite why that is but i like it . m body is thin and weak yet nicely oily . hard to enjoy this brew s mouthfeel after the massive creaminess of the kriek . d sessionable even at bottle . although to be honest i wo n t be ordering this again while there s still an available stock of kriek . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
truth be told i purchased this beer on a whim for the bottle alone . i was amazingly surprised and pleased with the contents . a heavy chocolate nose greeted me while the lingering taste spoke more of maple fading to a light hoppy finish . truly a delight to drink i ll be buying more . for the contents this time . cheers aye .,aroma,1.0,1
on tap at the church key whose beer director greg apparently brewed it . a solid unique beer this . pours a nice brown with a good tan head that leaves good looking lacing . nose is extremely mild had to stick my nose in it for a solid thirty seconds to get anything . dirty malt i guess but it s hard to tell . flavor is nice fresh hops . nicely balanced beer with some light chocolate nutiness but mixed well with fruity hops especially on the back end . it basically tastes exactly how you would imagine a fresh hop brown ale would taste . a solid beer if not one that was particularly excellent besides the fact that i ve never tasted anything like it .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a big can into a pint glass . a looks ok typical golden yellow with a decent amount of carbonation.a little wispy head and moderate lacing . s weak and sour with corn traces and no hops . t watery and thin with not much positive to say . almost brings on an instant headache . not too sweet at least . nice mouthfeel i have to say . d i do n t think i d have more than one of these and the thought of having a . maybe back when i was that woulda been fun . value even for the price it pretty much sucks . hmmm who can i give the other three of these to .,aroma,0.3,0
from the notes ounce bomber bottle a clear amber with a little foam but not lasting . s not finding too much of anything in the way of bluberries . t much like the smell there s just not much there . hints of berries and certainly some malts but not as much as i want from a fruit beer . m light and fizzy . d sure because you wo n t notice it . would not buy again .,aroma,0.4,0
pbr . i ve tried this before but i have n t bought it at a store in a long time . it was . for a twelve pack at one of the nearby markets so i decided to give it a go . appearance nice can . red white and blue hey these colors do n t run . the beer poured into a oz . glass mug is neither red white nor blue . it s yellow . smell it has an unusual smell . not skunky but funky . motor oil . i m not sure . taste i ca n t understand why some drinkers praise this beer s complexity . to me it has a bland cheap beer flavor with a fading touch of hops and something else that i ca n t identify . motor oil . mouthfeel dull and oily . i would like it a lot more if it had more carbonation . drinkability i can easily drink six pbrs in two hours so i guess it s pretty drinkable . overall i ca n t understand why pbr has become the king of cheap beers . nothing special at all .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer looks nice even in the plastic cup from which i last drank it for this review . it pours a nice orangish golden color with a rather slight head that manages to have a good retention and lacing again even in a plastic cup . the slightly hoppy floral aroma is pleasant and the flavor is a classic pale ale with a lovely hop bitter finish . nicely carbonated overall very drinkable and refreshing .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance orange golden color . minimal head and minimal head retention . smell so wonderful . the smoky peaty aroma fills the nostrils . there is a malty sweetness soon after . taste oh man this is sweet . some sweet fruity flavors . tons of malty sweetness . some interesting lagavulin notes in there but not as much as i had hoped for . the alcohol is definately present . mouthfeel waaay too syrupy . cloying . coats the mouth very oily . i really did n t care for the sweetness of this beer . i am hoping a few years in the cellar helps it out but i will pass on another bottle anytime soon .,aroma,1.0,1
drank this out of a pilsner glass . nice head although bubbles a bit large . not much retention in head lasted only half the beer . appearance is very clear commercially clear with a nice reddish golden hew . smelled like sweat socks and creosote not strongly offensive but not engaging . taste is average with vary little if any middle boil hops very low ibu . it s got a great smooth mouth feel and very drinkable just a matter of whether you want to fill up on this or somethink that taste great .,aroma,0.3,0
this poured a light amber it smelled like an apple jolly rancher . i was suprised aftere the smell how mellow the flavor was in the beer there was a slight taste of apple and an even slight flavor of beer . it was very easy to drink . alcohol . i would stick to the other beers from unibroue this one was a bit of a let down after the many great ones i have tasted from them,aroma,0.9,1
svensk fatl abv . . ml can . sek cheaper if you buy cans at willys . a yellow very pale straw coloured look and a really stubborn head that leaves a lot of lacing . s a weak sour aroma of citrus dry paper and hints of soap . t bread and paper on the tongue . mildly off flavoured but not too scary . some chemical bitterness . m light rather bubbly mouth but crispy enough to be quite drinkable . o some unpleasant feautures after all it s cheap but in the end an ok . beer for the night time toast i just had and it has a surprisingly good head .,aroma,0.3,0
poured a dark straw color with a small white head . not a lot of nose to this one . a little bit of caramel with a hint of earthy hops . hops come out a bit more in the taste with a very piney presence . a little bit of caramel as well . mouthfeel is too light . good carbonation . mediocre offering from a brewery that is never really bad but not good either .,aroma,0.4,0
oz brown bottle poured into a pint glass . the back label states chart on front not meant for navigational purposes . seeing the label i hope this is a joke as it got a chuckle out of me . appearance bubbly and bright gold with a spongy white head which leaves a thick layer of lace . smell mildly sweet with a slight hop skunkness . taste fairly neutral the sweetness is subdued and the hops have a gentle presence in the finish . mouthfeel well carbonated yet smooth and tingles the backs of the throat just a bit . drinkability it would get a five but this seems to be a fragile beer . i could drink this anytime of the year especially on a hot and humid summer day,aroma,0.6,1
oz . can shotgunned and crushed on forehead . a the can is red white and blue . a skim of foam forms near the mouth wtf . no vent . for a minute then runs away . looks pretty dark in there but i d bet a hundo it s barely straw colored . s smells like corn but i just husked about ears . metal from the can and more of the corn aroma with some added sweetness . it s completely fresh but actually smells a bit stale . t m doesnt taste as bad as all the old stories make it out to be . pretty much middle of the road adjunct lager with a touch more sweetness and maybe a touch of amber malt but i might be imaging that . mouthfeel is a bit fuller than most shit beer and the carbonation is n t nearly as abbrassive . d easily crushable after a long hot summer day cookout or social event where you do n t need to be a beer geek . which is exactly what this beer is for . i m glad bryon brought this beer back and made it drinkable but let s make somethng original and crafty next time now that the nostalgia is out of the way,aroma,0.3,0
a pours a good orange color with very few bottles and miniscule what head that quickly fades away . not bad but unimpressive . s huge pine aroma that is quickly and easily enjoyable . massively beautiful from the get go with underlying citrus notes . a perfect varied aroma that promises wonderful delights within t slight pine taste bit of grapefruit pure hops abound . i wish i knew them better to know what they were exactly but they are marvelous . m hops present an extremely bitter mouthfeel and extreme crispness presenting a cleansing of the palate . very enjoyable but perhaps a bit too much crispness lacking balance . d very nice but perhaps lacking a bit of malt balance making this a bit more difficult to enjoy . still having this every night would never cause me a problem,aroma,1.0,1
served in a goblet . i tried this beer years ago and did not like it this is my attempt to try again now that my palate has changed . a aggressive pour yields finger of off white head which quickly subsides to a ring of thick lace . clear dark brownish red mahogany as the bottle claims i stand corrected . s sweet and fruity raisiny red wine iness comes through though this is definitely beer as it has a strong malt character roastiness and spicy hops . t a sweet flavor up front with an off flavor blocking presence in the center of my tongue wacky and tannic . kind of bitter some cooked veggie dms apparent . m too carbonated . bright but syrupy tannic bitterness at end . d not good . i m struggling to get through this one . apparently though my palate now likes super hoppy things it still does not like raison d etre .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle poured into weizen glass a transparent light amber orange body under fingers of pure white frothy head noticeable carbonation nice lace s not much on the nose faint malty scent with a hint of sweet caramel very faint hint of grass t sweet caramel malt dominates the palate but grassy hops are also prominent not very complex but very well balanced m medium full body with high carbonation smooth . o this is not the best bock you ll ever have but it s not bad . i would buy another sixer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a ml bottle . bottled in . i do n t know what calvados is exactly but hopefully this brew will give me a good idea in case i ever find the real thing . appearance pours a clear yet very dark amber with no lacing and a minimal head after a hard pour . smell by far the sweetest smelling beer i ve ever had . apricots dates prunes purple grapes pears and cloves make up a powerfully sweet potpurri of smells . taste starts out as sugared prunes in the front but the middle and back was just assaulted by sugary sweet malts and fruits . one dominating fruit tase reminds me of when i ve had a grape that stayed on the vine a little too long . all itssugar seem to be more concentrated . the fruit flavors were almost overwhelming . mouthfeel a heavy bodied barley wine that just wraps itself around your tongue like a flavor blanket . as interesting as the flavors were i did n t like the overwhelming sweet palate . this is a sipping beer . i recommned drink slow starting fresh out of the refrigerator and let it warm up as you drink it . there will be some noticeable differences .,aroma,1.0,1
from notes approx . july served in what i guess is the correct glasswear since it has the beer s label on it a tall skinny slightly fluted vessel . pours a dark brown with a rich head quite the looker . the smell is strong like opening a chocolate bar on a hot day . tastes like a chocolate liquor or worse one of those rum filled chocolate candies . sweet and oily thick with strong overtones of alcohol yeah i said overtones cause this was n t subtle . the chocolate flavors are massive overbearing and clearly not from well malted barley . must be some sort of addative like essence of chocolate horribleness . all in all an interesting experience i did n t know you could do that to beer . and i d prefer if in the future nobody did . ever again . gross . i d also perfer that nobody did that to chocolate again either .,aroma,0.7,1
this was brought back from seattle by friend paul b . thanks pablo . poured with a bit of head and no lace . head lasted . one of the first argentine micros i ve had that was bought in usa . not bad . spicey fruity and perfumey nose . hazy amber color . flavor was a bit bitter and dry and some of the aromatic flavors mentioned . a bit thin . a boozy warming finish . drinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
drank from a pt . fl . oz. fl . oz . bottle vintage silver wax top acquired in a trade with photekut i decided to save review for the most coveted american craft beer . first off i have to comment on the phenomenal bottle graphics . holy beer nerd is all i need to say . way to go three floyds on creating a bottle design that is almost as extreme as the beer itself . as for the beer it poured a super sludgy absolute pitch black with a flimsy whisp of coffee colored froth covering the liquid . when held up to the light i could not detect any change in color even at the fringes of the glass . on the pour i smelled an interesting mix of coffee alcohol sweetness and some soy sauce . when i took a good whiff i was somewhat disappointed with the aroma . metallic and oxidative notes were quite apparent as if the beer had been aged for five or more years . a hint of char was detectable as well . the taste however was a completely different story . complex does even begin to describe this gem . deep rich burnt malts were most obvious along with molasses brown sugar and raisins . as the beer warmed vanilla and a bourbon like quality were noticeable as well along with a hint of oak . dark semi sweet chocolate came through mid palate along with notes of espresso spice and maple syrup . some minty hops appeared on the back end and lasted into the finish but they definitely took a back seat to the robust maltiness . a whiskey like alcohol warmth also came through in the finish . the alcohol became more pronounced as the beer warmed turning slightly hot by the drink s end . the lingering aftertaste was a rich and sweet mix of brown sugar and molasses with a hint of vanilla . the mouthfeel of this beauty was amazingly thick dense and viscous . upon first picking up my snifter the mere ounces of beer truly felt like a lead weight . on my tongue the finely carbonated liquid seemed to mimic the silky consistency of heavy cream or even maple syrup . toward the end of the drink i noticed that the beer left a sweet sticky film on my lips and on the glass as well . of all the beers i tried none even came close to having such a lusciously heavy mouthfeel as this one . furthermore at a whopping abv i found this imperial stout to be ridiculously smooth and drinkable . all in all this beer was like no other that i have tried . believe the hype and do anything you can to get your hands on a bottle of this liquid gold .,aroma,0.6,1
a looked good s smelled good t this beer has an aftertaste similar to when you chew on a fir tree limb . was not impressed after all of their we love our beer advertising . m not bad not good . d i ll find something better to invest my beer money in .,aroma,0.8,1
a gorgeous golden yellow color with a light head s big malty intense smell exactly what i expected but more intense t almost a dryness to this taste . i agree with an earlier review that it has a raw grain taste . biscuity finish . m big bodied mouthfeel but still somewhat refreshing o an average blonde nothing overwhelmingly impressive but if youre in the mood for this style its a good one to try .,aroma,0.9,1
brown ml bottle containing an english wheat beer a rare beast indeed . drank days before its bb date i think i should have opened it when it was younger because it disappointed me . it also may be that this is n t a true kristal and i should have rolled the bottle before opening to allow everything in the bottle to come out . poured into a franzinkaner weissbier glass it looked the part . crystal clear there was some sediment in the bottom of the bottle though and golden yellow in colour . a thin white head soon became just a wisp and collar even though bubbles were rising up through the beer just like a normal german wheat beer . i love the vanilla and banana esters given off by most weissbiers this did n t have those qualities . the only aroma i found was of cereal and grains even those were weak . refreshing enough but it lacked a true bite and any character worth mentioning . i had high hopes for this beer sadly it was thin impersonation and lacked body . as i said at the begining maybe it is better younger or with the sediment in the glass .,aroma,0.4,0
marble ipa poured into pint glass . dated . . a orange with egg white head about a finger and a half . settles nice and slow and coats glass entirely in dense foam . fairly clear but not completely s intense blend of grapefruit and pine . touch of oranges adds more fruit balance . ends with caramel sweetness backbone thats evident but not too forward to detract from hops t m fairly piney the pine and earthy spice is a bit much for me . bitterness is also on harsh side but not quite to point of being toooo much . not much sweetness but grainy malt presence is known . medium carbonation on a medium body meh i prefer a drier ipa. o it s ok better than i thought it may be . as this warms the flavor smell bitterness everything dies down which was a little disappointing . aroma is nice flavor is a bit less balanced though . would get again in the end .,aroma,0.9,1
served in my new troegs sunshine pilsner glass . amazing clear golden in color with a soapy white cap . left tremendous lacing all throughout . smell is heavy with german hops as soon as the cork was popped . earthy and medicinal notes and just flat out green grass . spicey hops all in the background the entire whaft . taste was a bit of a let down to me.i thought it had a tremendous german and american hop billing but i found this entirely too sweet . mostly what i am getting is a helluva alot of carapils and sweet sugary sugars . mouth is full bodied for a pilsner and kind of thick for my liking . there is a nice bitterness left from citrus and green hopping but still too sweet on the palate . this was my first offering of a double pils . maybe i am just not used to the style but to me this was too sweet and not very good in the drinkability department .,aroma,0.9,1
an excellent golden yellow body with semi haze . it looks as though it s filter a little bit but overall a great color and texture with lots of carbonation and thick frothy white head . smell is prety light just a hint of the american hefewizen light crispness zest . it tastes geat . the orange and honey are fairly light but the base hefewizen is light as well . no dominating lemon orange peel or clove . it s nice to see an american hefe with out those three ingredients bitter ingedients in my opinion . this hefe has tons of flover it just dosent need to blast your palate with them . overall ballance is what is great here . the honey and orange blend great and each has it s own flavor moments . mouthfell is nice and watery but just like an unfiltered beer it has some thichness to it . the awsome thing is that i taste things like bits of orange pulp in my teeth in the after flavors . very interesting . this is a good warm weather beer and session beer . again a balanced beer proves to be a great beer .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a rich brown and tan frothy head . smell is chocolate with some burnt coffee tones and burnt bread crust smell as well . taste was rather basic and watery . has a light sweetness to it that fades quickly to a bitter aftertaste and slight dryness . compared to the smell the taste didnt stand up to what i thought it should . nor did that mouthfeel .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle as pictured with no label and green cap . . . ink jetted across the top . poured very cloudy with quite alot of yeast sediment deris floating about . as anyone who has read more than a handful of my reviews will know i am very fond of sediment and chunky debris as long as it s appropriate to the style of course . this is quite a nice looking belgian pale but nothing too extraordinary . the head is white and while not very thick what head is there seems to be staying around for some time . smell is absolutely fantastic . huge un mistakable aroma of honey . there is of course a bit of a yeasty element as well and a touch of light lemon hiding in the back . the taste had a bitterness to it that i was n t anticipating . i did n t find it offensive i simply was n t expecting it based on how sweet the smell was . the honey in the smell had me thinking and hoping this would be sweeter than it was . taste was sweet for a split second and then turned quickly to bitter hops then turned pleasantly dry on the finish . mouthfeel was nice and smooth and very easy to drink . good . certainly . live up to the westy hype . not this one . perhaps yellow cap but to date i have not had it .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a clear golden yellow in the glass with a nice thick white head . smell i cant really detect alot in the smell . maybe a little malt . taste unlike the smell there is alot going on . tons of grains and sweet spices . i get some coriander and orange peel . its very light and crisp but with tons of flavor . overall its perfect for a hot summer day and is very easy to drink . i took this one for granted . very well done,aroma,0.4,0
sampled from a cask in an traditional pint glass . well color me disappointed . i walked in and order this without even looking at what else they had . after all i liked old thumper in the bottle and it was cask conditioned so it had to be better . right . it was served a dark copper almost antique bronze color with a white head that faded way to quickly . great lacing throughout the entire beer . looked like mountain ranges viewed from a top another mountain . you could see the lower and upper ranges . had the head retention been better this would have scored perfectly . the aromas were very muted . i picked up malt cask earth and some very mild hops . the taste was sweet malt then a bit watery then dry cask earth a little more malt with a dry finish . it was a little plain . medium bodied and some what clean finish . but a little plain and a little disappointing . maybe my expectations were too high .,aroma,0.6,1
beaut looking beer with a big creamy head . deep and dark colour like black assam tea . a slight doughy wheaty aroma but nothing too apparent . the flavour is pretty subdued but wheaty with faint dark chocolate notes . my wife just says molasses but she does n t like dark beer although she has an excellent nose and palate . i agree with other reviewers that its a bit watery but i think this may be a saving grace in terms of drinkability . i like this beer and if it were n t for the price it would be a session beer for me . sure it s not overly complex but its a medium body dark with nice wheaty flavours and creamy drinkability . nice .,aroma,0.6,1
when i first opened the bottle and started to poor the golden deliciousness all i could smell were the hops . it was a good scent to behold . however from there it went down hill . appearance good as it gave a nice head and lots of carbonation to feed it . however there was no retention in the head as it faded quickly . the only reason it did so well was because it really kept fighting to stay alive . for a lager it was quite cloudy too . as i said the smell was wonderfully hoppy for a lager . with a little butter mixed in . very nice . taste was nothing special . did n t really have a crispness of a good lager . what really took away from it was how it seemed to stray into the ale category . makes me wonder how it was brewed and if that was the intention . overall a nice drinkable beer that can be enjoyed . medium body that has a smooth finish and after taste .,aroma,0.8,1
glass at the blue palms in los angeles a few days ago reviewed from notes happy to sample this one after i heard it was only going to be a draft release for northern california and a few other areas a dark brown looks muddy some dark red highlights thin inch creamy off white head that disappears quickly not much retention no lacing s rye first and foremost very light bourbon various fruits sour aromas cherries toffee caramel roasted malts small amount of booze oak and vanilla t starts off with a sour and tangy cherry taste then some nuttiness in the middle with more rye than anything finish is mostly sourness and whiskey notes gets sweeter as time goes on and that is when the vanilla and other barrel aged characteristics come into play lots of different flavors but they seem to work together m sweet sour nutty roasty slightly boozy and spicy mouthfeel all over the place body is thin to medium carbonation is a little high but not really an issue taste lingers d person behind the bar said this was . but that seems very low for what it is could be right though heavy on the stomach both sweet and sour tones can become a little much at times smooth for the most part one glass was good i did not expect this one to have any sour accents but it was a pleasant surprise beer was very unique like most of their experimental brews wish they had bottled this one because it could have gotten really interesting with a few years behind its belt would drink again recommended,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to deepsouth for this little extra in our trade . a poured a caramel amber with a fairly dense head that disipates to a light lace s not getting much out of this brew some earthy hints but that s about it t caramel start with a good nut finish . some very light hop hints through out but has the best thing about this beer is its enveloping roasted nature . m low carbonation and thin but that was expected and certanly fits the style . d i liked this beer the balance of sweetness and the roast was something i do n t get a lot of around here but i would definately try again .,aroma,0.4,0
aroma definitely carries a strong banana smell to it with some clove in there as well . it smells like a hefeweizen for sure but it s categorized as a wit here . taste should be interesting . taste is a tale of two halves . it starts out with a good banana presence as was seen on the nose . no surprise there . however halfway through the swallow it takes on somewhat of a tangy and tart citrus turn along with clove spiciness and a hint of wheat lingering in the background . very highly carbonated . dry in the finish . again it does seem more of a hefe to me . i do n t see much that would make me think this is a wit . however for a hefe it is n t half bad . the tartness was the part of the taste that was n t my favorite but the rest was very solid .,aroma,0.9,1
i honestly think i might have got a bad bottle of this beer . i had heard so many good things about this beer but i was disappointed . do not get me wrong it was good but i did not feel that it was up to their usual standard . appearance it is a very dark red with a slight brown tint . there was no head but some lace . smell a nice cherry scent that was not over whelming at all . taste it tasted like sour juice and nothing else . mouthfeel this why i think i got a bad bottle because this beer was flat . drinkability i am going to have to buy another bottle when i get a chance but this one just was n t right i hope i get a chance to do an update soon .,aroma,0.8,1
dark gold to light copper color liquid with a lasting creamy top resembling a bitter of some sort . nice looks . nose was nil and the taste almost so . a salty pretzely character to the highly carbonated and uninteresting brew . some notes of wheat scraps or random cereals in the aftertaste . poor mouthfeel and drinkability .,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a bottle into a oz . glass shaker . a reddish amber color with a rich off white colored head . not much there in the way of lace . s i could smell the hops when i was pouring this . beautiful floral aroma with a little citrus . like putting your nose in a bag of fresh hops t good balance for how much hop aroma there is . more on the sweet malty side rather than bitter . definitely a sweet aftertaste . it does n t taste as light as its lower alcohol content would suggest . m on the lighter side . smooth with little carbonation . oily sweet rather than dry . d this would make a super session beer imo . i have n t had a stone that i did n t like . going to have to drink and review more .,aroma,1.0,1
i think this russian pale lager is one of my favorite beers by far . it has a lot to offer in every aspect and is super refreshing . here s my breakdown a appears to be a very clear pale golden yellow color that almost resonates with defines the word crisp looking . it s begging to be drank and it is just a great looking beer . s typical slightly skunky eastern euro pale lager smell but not dominating like some can be . it is attractive to the nose and gives you a nd reason to get drinking this wonderful beer . t this is where the party starts . the malts present in this beer are extremely tasty with a bread like character that really dries up in your mouth nicely but not so much as to give you cottonmouth . the flavor is perky and has very pleasant fruit notes that really make even the aftertaste a very good experience . it tastes even more crisp than it looks and it is the perfect match with any dish you would usually drink a regular lager with think pizza pasta breads chinese food . this beer went beyond my expectations in the taste department and keeps me super refreshed and is my beer of choice on hot summer days when a light beer wont cut it and a porter or stout is obviously too heavy to drink in such succession just my opinion though . m nothing offensive whatsoever . very pleasant and full of flavor throughout with moderate carbonation that is super appealing to the tastebuds . d i m giving near full points on this one because if you told me this was the last beer left on earth i would not be one bit disappointed . i ll drink one i ll drink ten . much love for this beer . overall this one is my favorite eastern euro lager thus far . great example of what this category should taste like in my opinion .,aroma,0.6,1
had on tap at the brick store pub in decatur ga . i m a big fan of all the oskar blues products and the regular gordon is great . i was a little disappointed in this brew however its way overoaked in my opinion . pours a cloudy dark orange amber with a decent offwhite head that leaves some great lacing . the smell is also great sweet and hoppy and quite complex with smells of oak and apricot as well . the oak is a nice note in the aroma but becomes too much on the taste level with very heavy oak throughout and unddetones of dry vanilla . lots of dry piney hops as well but they really have to fight the oak . mouthfeel is nice as far as heft goes and theree is a good bit of creaminess but the tannic oak cuts against it somewhat . too unbalanced for me to really call this very drinkable . i greatly prefer it without the oak .,aroma,0.9,1
a a medium glowing orange color . loaded with carbonation . a slight light tan head quickly fades away leaving no lacing to speak of . s a big pumpkin pie nose that is very very enticing . loaded with traditional fall spices . nutmeg . cinnamon . all spice . the pumpkin is present but takes a back seat . very appealing . t the palette follows very closely to the nose but with substaintally less umph . the spices are there . the pumpkin is there . like mass produced frozen pumpkin pie right out of the grocer s freezer . m lively carbonation . light side of medium bodied . taste fills the mouth fully but fades in rapid fashion . d a very solid pumpkin ale offering that could give most craft breweres a run for their money . a very pleasant surprise .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer poured a cloudy yellow with little head . a ring did form around the top a minute later . very little to smell here . faint hops and not much else . the taste is just ok. again faint hops and no malt character . it could have used a bit better balance imo . it s not unpleasant to drink just short on taste . the mouthfeel is light to medium . again nothing stunning . this is n t a bad beer but is n t one i d seek out . a bit to bitter for me to session it .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance looks wayyy different than i was expecting for the style . a nice reddish orange like thick honey . creamy head that dissipated moderately quickly . aroma plum honey liquor butterscotch and some unfiltered apple juice . for me this was one of the most appealing scents i d smelled in a long time . taste what a trip . lots of rich malty notes . raisins subtle funkiness bordering on chantrelle y pear apple and many dark non roasted flavors . mouthfeel more carbonated than i would have liked but nice body not too syruppy . drinkability drinkable though the richness and complexity lends itself to smaller quantities .,aroma,1.0,1
out of the big three macro light lagers coors bud and miller this is the most tolerable . as usual it must be ice cold to be drinkable . the pour is very boring as well as the body of the beer . the mouthfeel is very light and watery . as for the taste it s just a light beer with just a slight hint of hop and lemon corn flavor . overall it tastes like very light beer with not much to talk about . if i have to drink a macro light beer this is tolerable .,aroma,0.3,0
review from notes . a poured a clear orange amber with off white head that quickly disappeared with scant lace in a pint glass s floral and fruity plums spices with balanced malt and hop overtones hint of molasses t initial maltiness followed by immediate hop bitterness . herbal mild raisin taste and grassiness . like a malty ipa with an alcoholic finish . bitter aftertaste m medium bodied with moderate carbonation d decent alcohol impedes overall ok i am not a fan . my taste buds were pissed off after this experience . no head retention . no lace . did n t start off very good . the smell was pretty good . i was intrigued actually . after taking a sip it became rather unpleasant . a beer with prominent alcohol notes . not good . not completely horrible i would not get it again though .,aroma,0.8,1
to start this off for some reason all over the island spatens are on sale like no other . for example . long s drugs is selling the oz bottle for a mere . . on base they go for . . i do n t know why folks do n t gobble this up . let s begin . it poured a smooth nice brown . the smell rose in to my nose as i poured it and almost instantly i recalled the first time i took a bath by myself as a youth . it was a good time and i knew i was in for a good time with the mighty optimator . at . this is n t a beer to toy around with . it definitely has a kick when you ingest it . similiar to a cup of coffee with a bit too many scoops except the opposite . in either case try this brew and let me know what you think . you wo n t be sad unless you re favorite drink is currently coors light .,aroma,0.6,1
a fingers of pure white head on a translucent yellow body . no lacing and the head had poor retention . other than that it looks delicious . s smells of citrus and bananas . very strong fruity smell . no hops or malts in the aroma . smells like a very strong soda . t taste is just like the smell . the carbonation really gets in the way of enjoying this beer . tastes very lemony but does n t have the bitterness that you d expect from a wheat beer . tastes artificially fruity . mf the carbonation really sabotages this beer . by the time it s flattened out a bit it s also warmed up . smells tastes and feels like a soda . d again too carbonated . this beer was in the fridge for a while and i do n t know if that contributed to anything but overall not a fan .,aroma,0.8,1
caporal original belgian pils in a ml bottle batch no . ic . appearance not much head a fair amount of lacing nice pale gold colour contains yeast floaties . smell not much to speak of maybe some sweet hops or honey something a bit sweet about the smell . taste quaffable and refreshing . nothing remarkable but a pleasant pilsener . you ca n t just rate it badly because it s belgian and we expect more from them . better than the majority of macros of the same style kokanee comes to mind . but not great by any means . mouthfeel smooth easy drinking . low non distracting effervescence . drinkability if this were made by tooheys or carlton i d drink it all the time . but it s a hard to find boutique belgian beer so i can take it or leave it . refreshing and quaffable . notes i wonder why this is so popular . in adelaide i was served a schoefferhofer in a caporal glass and the guy on the label is a wwii pilot by the looks of it so i wonder why this beer has survived for so long since it s only mediocre . maybe it used to be better or at least popular with the armed forces . it s potable but not something the belgians should be overly proud of .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz . corked and caged bottle poured into a tulip . printed on the cork . a pours a dark dark mahogany color that produced a good tan foamy head that coated the sides of the glass with lacing as it dissipated . one of the darkest colored dipas i have ever seen . s a big piney dry blast of resin like lemon with a big malty background of caramel ish lemon . t same as the smell . a huge malty background of caramel and toffee with a lemon citrus that flows into a full bodied dry bitterness . m a good carbonation level . one of the biggest malt profiles of any dipa i have ever experienced . at the same time this is so heavily hopped that the bitterness and citrus of lemon and pine is almost chewy when combined with the malt . this almost has to have that big malt profile otherwise this would taste burnt . d definitely an interesting take on the style . malty as hell but also hoppy as hell . i am glad to have tried this but for the price tag for a mere . oz . of beer i would much rather grab a good six or four pack of something else in the style . good though . becomes very cloying the more i have of it .,aroma,0.6,1
oz bottle into bruges tulip . a pours a big and bold hazy yellow body with very low head formation and retention . low level of carbonation for the style . s up front bold aroma of dank weed . medium intensity and a very smooth and mellow character . tm very nice blend of lemon and citrus . hop bitterness is low but flavor is high . the mouthfeel is very low on carbonation level and that of lingering character is very low . slight spice on the finish . o a nice spiced wheat would like to see a bit more spice but very well balanced . the aroma is the showcase of the beer .,aroma,0.9,1
ml bottle poured into a tulip . a pours a clear orange color . produced a great fluffy white head with solid retention . very consistent lacing all around the inside rim . s very very dry . has a unique floral like almost medicinal band aid brett character to it . earthy yeast and lemon wheat characters as well . a different aroma but an intriguing one . t very different from the smell . very dry and very earthy with bitter clay in front of a band aid like tartness . m a good carbonation level . very dry and bitter with tons of clay . a bit disjointed and surprisingly thin even for the style . the bitterness is almost overwhelming actually . d definitely a bit odd and funky for a traditional saison . very bitter and earthy with little else going on aside from that weird medicinal aspect .,aroma,0.8,1
a pours a clear amber color with a nice foamy white head that fades to a layer of bubbles on top of the brew very little lacing . s not a whole lot going on here . some sweet hops and a touch of hops . t the malts jump right out at me . slightly sweet with a faint graniness . tiny bit of alcohol later on . some grassy hops round things out . m medium in body and good carbonation . d this has to be one of my favorite oktoberfest brews . incredibly easy to drink and highly recommended .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a thick head that dissipates over time . has a great clear brown color with hints of ruby red . s smell is a bit subdued . definite hops smell a bit difficult to detect more subtle smells . t great creamy and rich taste . very very smooth . leaves a very bitter and strong hoppy aftertaste . m outstanding . you can definitely keep tasting and tasting this beer . d highly drinkable . absolutely an outstanding beer . this is the first time i ve had it and i will gladly purchase it again . once again stone continues to amaze me .,aroma,0.7,1
serve from a bottle to a wine glass as it s the closest thing i have to a tulip glass a fabulous . the greatest beer i ve ever seen .very thick head probably around fingers thick murky gold because of the unfiltered yeast left in the drink s this is tricky .maybe i m still not at that level to understand smell but i got some slight banana smell some hops t fabulous down the throat . smooth .just like smell some bananas but this time some apples highly drinkable . smooth down the throat no taste of alcohol but you can feel the burn due to the high abv . i m still amazed how they hid the alcohol smell so well even though the abv is so high,aroma,0.6,1
i was surprised by how little sweetness this beer has . i was expecting to be smacked over the head with a honey taste but instead got a faint supportive unlying flavor of honey . also expecting a flowerly taste but really got more a of a mild amber feel from it . i really liked this . and my boyfriend ended up drinking of the beers though before i got to drink the rest . definitely surprised me .,aroma,0.6,1
the beer is clear light gold straw colored a white head with some lacing . a very weak smell a bit metallic acidity . like a drop of lemon in steel spoon . tasting a bit of sweet white bread some lemon a faint bitterness . medium carbonation rather watery a bit coarse . some beers you wonder why . this is one why did i bother . not awful just very uninteresting .,aroma,0.3,0
nice black color with edges of brown poured to a medium head that dissipated quite quickly . some malty sweetness up front which fades into a roasted malt taste . very small hop bitterness and most of the rest of the bitterness is from the roasted malts . slight hint of coffee . goes down smooth and is quite tasty . i would definitely drink this again . jonathan passow,aroma,0.6,1
dark brown with a fairly thick head . the smell is n t real prominent but when i press the issue it reminds me a little of wet dog . the flavor is n t bad just somewhat weak for my taste . if i was told that this was budweiser ale i would n t have any reason to doubt it . i would never buy this again . i m glad i was able to pick up a single bottle of it for . .,aroma,0.4,0
okay so this is quite a terrible beer . however i still drink it is vast quantities especially during the summer . it does taste very clean and crisp which does wonders on these hot ass humid florida days . works very well for a frat style party or even just a lazy day on the beach boat pool etc. but keep it away from the dinner party or any place a little taste is involved .,aroma,0.3,0
i regret that i never gave the beer the appreciation that it deserves . it s a delightful beer if you learn to appreciate it . i ve enjoyed it with a number of dishes but i prefer it with a strong tasting grilled chicken . i always use the signature orange peel to garnish .,aroma,0.4,0
what a great name for a beer and what a great concept . this stretches over several categories and does n t really belong in any one style box . they call it an india dark ale and that s really just the start . if only i had the old bottle with the stocking cap ie . toque label . this must be a newer design looks like a saranac label . pours a black color that reminds of a stout or a deep dark porter . head is an off white that thins rapidly but was soapy and bubbly when it was around . left a good bit of lace . the aroma is so unique . grass laced tire rubber soaked in sweat and seaweed . that s not even close . i ca n t put my finger on it . like huffing caramel corn and black licorice while standing in a hop field . i m stumped . but i have to give it an extra point for originality . i ve never smelled anything like this beer or otherwise . i ca n t wait to taste this baby . the flavor is confusing or beguiling depending on your beer disposition . it is definitely two things all the time hoppy and smoky . beyond that i get something different out of it with every sip . grapes coffee beans butterscotch soil and even a burnt quality all come to mind . it volleys somewhere between an ipa and a porter . i guess . leans toward porter but a weird ass porter at the very least . while the mouthfeel is too thin it somehow still achieves a creaminess or maybe an oily thing . that helps carry it through . again odd elusive and a bit hard to pin down . one of the strangest and most unique beers i ve had so far . dogfish head eat your heart out . so super glad to have had this one . phillips is starting to figure up there with unibroue in terms of cutting edge canadian breweries . congrats to them for creating one weird ass beer .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle poured into a mason jar . a short half inch creamy ish and cream colored head . caramel colored and quite clear . s slight peach aromas that may be enhanced by the hops . on off scent i ca n t really explain just different . t the pecan flavor combined with the peaches jumps at you immediately not in a good way . the back end is total peaches . after a few sips its not appalling . m a little thick as a german style but im probably wrong on that . not overly carbonated . o at first i absolutely hated it . the aftertaste is definitely peaches and that is n t a terrible thing . as a recommendation i d say you have to have it once .,aroma,0.4,0
i sampled a bottle of this stout from a case i got from the beer club of britain . the beer poured into a dimpled pint mug a very dark brown colour with a light brown head this died completely after a few seconds leaving a stout that reminded me of a pint of cola . the nose was sweet dominated by roasted malts chocolate treacle and burnt toffee very pleasant indeed . appropriate for a stout . an initial sweet taste of roasted malts hits the taste buds this is then followed by a hint of liquorice . after a slight delay there is then a bitter hoppy aftertaste and quite a dry feeling in the mouth this is nice but a little unexpected . the beer has a heavy body compared to other beers but not too heavy for a stout . a very smooth mouthfeel and a realistic abv makes this stout highly drinkable i would love to try this from a keg .,aroma,0.9,1
vintage pours a cloudy orange small head . i actually smell this beer about feet away when opening . very citrusy and piney a small amount of orange juice sweetness is present . hops and more hops on the palette . bitter grapefruit comes to mind . alcohol is well hidden considering the abv . mouthfeel is medium cut down by high abv and bitterness . a very nice extreme beer i may be afraid to try fresh .,aroma,1.0,1
yr old bottle . amber body with ruby tones small fading head rapidly becomes a memory . the aroma is pretty complex like any respectable barleywine but definitely more on the malt side . brown sugar is obvious and is of pleasant company to figs peaches alcohol and an all around complex fruitiness . taste is an infinite malty deepness that is only restrained by a tad too much alcohol presence for my liking . syrupy apricot and sweet peaches . the aftertaste is fresh like i had brushed my teeths with an alcohol flavoured toothpaste . medium bodied and full flavoured . just a little too sweet cloying to be among the greats of this world .,aroma,0.9,1
a served a virtual black color with a thick creamy head and lots of lacing . s aroma is of roasted malt coffee and a hint of bitterness . t taste of roasted malt coffee a bit of sweetness and a nice bitterness through to the finish which is quite dry . f fairly light bodied creamy and smooth well balanced . o when guinness is fresh on tap it is spot on as they say . it is an original to which all others are compared to . common in most pubs in england .,aroma,0.6,1
had this with a hand drawn pump . the appearance was in an imperial pint glass with a slight hazy dull straw color slight white head and low carbonation . the smell was a little band aidy and funky . the beer had a slight sulfur aftertaste almost like it was infected but another person in my group said they thought it was just fine . i do n t know that i would get it again .,aroma,0.2,0
i have a tough time believing this brew is all cascade . the nose reminds me of a lot of poor efforts from goose island and of two brothers clark st. ale house contract brew . you know that hops gone wrong smell . i guess you could describe it as sweetned bile . it leaves me longing for fruit and flowers . on the palette new holland paleooza just wo n t deliver . a little herbal a little green mostly this beer tastes like a light hop tea and washed out fast . the yeast dominates and offers a sort of styrofoam flavor that yields to a latent malt sweetness but this beer is overall quite dry . the mouthfeel is foamy but smooth and makes the beer taste stale . cascades do eventually show up far after the finish lingering and redeeming this beer . quaffable i suppose but probably the most uninteresting flagship craft beer i ve had yet . relax relax . ng,aroma,0.4,0
from a bottle slightly chilled i poured this into a crystal beer mug . it pours a pale gold color with a thin white head which leaves a decent edge layer but no other retention there to note . aroma is of some citrus and pine hops along with a slight grapefruit arouma and a grainy wheat malt . nothing too impressive to note here . sipping i notice some mild hoppiness up front . much of the flavor of the body is a grainy cheerios flavor with a twang of lemon . again i am not a huge pils fan so this one does n t do much for my palete . feel is typical of a pilsner . medium carbonation up front with slight tingling on my tongue light body making it very easy to drink . overall a light refreshing pilsner that reminded me more of an adjunct rather than a craft brew .,aroma,0.4,0
a jet black a very short chocolaty head dissipated quickly to a few islands leaving a light ring of lacing s milk chocolate caramel malts coffee and roasted marshmallow this is very enticing t coffee and burnt roasty malt much more pronounced semi sweet chocolate and that burnt sugar taste reminiscent of roasted marshmallows m more carbonation than i was expecting slightly chewy and a coffee like bitterness d the nose was amazing but the taste did n t quite meet it although still good a little more carbonation than i like in a stout but the bitterness is great overall a nice effort,aroma,0.9,1
very dark tasting beer . it is malty strong and smooth a formula that is destined to get a great review from me however i found the beer to be very bitter at times . the smell is okay a bit fruity . after trying this a several times i noticed you really take a chance on weither it s skunked or not . just a disclaimer . it is a fair beer not the best czech pilsner i have tried but okay .,aroma,0.4,0
i had this beer on tap at capital ale house richmond va at the saison du buff tasting . this beer was not very pleasing to look at it smelled like a farmhouse too me . not trying to bash a beer here but it just smelt of hey earth. kind of musty the taste was n t bad but it was n t good either and it felt about average on the tongue . i did n t want to have any more of this one .,aroma,0.4,0
kee rack . the top of the aluminum can snapped open and i was suddenly transported back to the halcyon summer of . i was my buddy was and his older crazy brother was with a permit and a car that he would routinely drive across the border to maryland to score beer and drugs much of which would be shared with us . i remember being half throttled on the couch wondering how beer could have that effect . ha . no head at all . nothing . no wisps no carbonation nothing . the nose was very alcohol driven like ammonia or smelling salts going up the pipe . now my senses were at attention . color was a deep gold with pristine ne quality clarity . here i could have read the sunday comics plus the pages underneath . crystal clear . in fact my x rays showed through the bottom of the glass . my left middle finger may be broken . flavor . it s freagin sweet . it s like syrup . the mouthfeel was medium with a syrupy sweetness on the palate . that i once drank this on a routine basis is amazing . that i also shot up smoked dope and burned down an abandoned warehouse is also incredible but i have no desire to repeat any of them either . the finish was sweet sweet and more sweet . yeah the abv and the cost may draw them in but only the most hardcore or out of money would reach for this swill . garbage in liquid form .,aroma,0.2,0
poured an amber red brown color somewhat hazy with a decent head that pretty quickly dissipated into a nice off white sheen leaving sheets of lacing when you sip that quickly rejoin the brew . smells of spicy dark fruits belgian yeast a bit of sweetness lots of spices . great smelling brew . taste is of funky pungent malts dark fruits again plenty of yeast spices . pretty strange stuff but enjoyable anyway . feel is pretty smoothly carbonated medium bodied with a semi sweet lightly bitter fruity aftertaste . overall it s pretty good . an interesting premium beer from ranger creek .,aroma,0.9,1
had batch one release i have been sitting on . not a gusher like others have had . nice tan head about inch . really complex nose . smoke bourbon dark cherry sour notes . the taste was excellent . really nice with the bourbon not over powering . fruit notes were interesting with brett character . the finish was a bit dry and oaky from the barrel . overall a great brew from the captain .,aroma,1.0,1
well i m from san antonio and so is apparently pete s brewing company . i had no idea until i checked this beer s review page out . sad . a pours a dark gold with a thin white head that fizzles out after a few seconds . this resembles a common macro lager . it does n t appear very inspired . s not much to speak of . a faint strawberry scent i would n t even call it an aroma nothing much else here . t very weak it does n t have much flavor at all and what flavor it does have is not very good . a faint strawberry tart way in the back it s hard to distinguish from the rest of the beer . i wish i could comment more on the flavor but it just is n t there . m stings the tongue almost immediately goes down sour . does not feel welcoming on the tongue . d drinkability . yeah all day it s like water . now whether you want to put these down all day is entirely up to you i would n t . overall a disappointing showing from my hometown . if you re looking for a better strawberry infused beer i recommend abita s strawberry harvest . it s not entirely better but it s a shade or two more respectable .,aroma,0.4,0
oz bottle . smell strange . apple vinegar . yeast . spices . alcohol . appearance looks promising . clear and golden with billowy white head . taste huge malty sweetness almost syrupy medicinal some caramel notes . pretty boozy . the seeming lack of hop bitterness to offset the intense sweetness is a bit problematic . strange side notes metal balsamic vinegar cough syrup . mouthfeel medium bodied . drinkability the most bizarre beer i have ever tasted . i am not quite sure what the brewers were trying to accomplish .,aroma,0.3,0
thanks to kmurray for this one . shared with schen . vintage poured from a ml corked and caged bottle into a snifter . a moderate pour yields a finger off white coarse head that evaporates as quickly as it forms . beer is a murky reddish brown . lacing is non existant . s vinegar wood funk earth and big bold sweet cherries . i ve never actually smelt a flanders with actual fruit in the nose but this is really amazing and adds a whole new experience to this brew . t vinegar sourness lasts throughout and makes me think i m gon na need some heartburn medication afterwards . cherries come in towards the middle and give this one a totally new dimension as it does in the nose . fruitiness clashes well with the tartness presented . wood and earthiness forms the background from which the other flavors stand out . finish is messy with a slight lingering sourness . m light to medium bodied carbonated and very lively on the tongue . this one tickles the through and agitates the palate to allow all the flavors to be realized . very dry and with a messy finish that leaves a slight stain on the palate . d probably one of if not the best beer i ve had in its style this one is truly different from its peers for the amout of fruit present in both the nose and taste . cherries are unmistakable here and creates a beer that is n t just tart and sour . simply fantastic and i m grateful to have had a chance to try it .,aroma,1.0,1
a confession i bought two of these bottles roughly years ago despite the honest warning of the shop attendant . i tried the first bottle and gagged on a single sip . i braved a second sip after which i was quite content in proceeding with the drain pour . i regretted later when i read that the beer could be re corked not keeping the beer . c est la vie . i held onto the second bottle but with no yoke of impatience for trying it . today curiosity caught me . i had to risk a sip . expecting the worst i actually caught a little reward . a a very dark brown nearly black . it s syrupy but wet enough to dance around the glass . no head obviously . i only poured myself half a highball . a rancid soy sauce some molasses something reminiscent maple a little rum . sharp but not as severe as the previous bottle . t it tastes like a puree of rum soaked raisins . . or maybe it s molasses thinned out with vinegar . there s more soy sauce and some sour . a little bit or port and maple share a presence but they taste like they ve been cooked down . medicinal taste . a lot like cod liver oil . a lot of maltiness common to english barleywines . enough heat in the belly to remind drinkers of the exceptional abv but no burn . m it s not as sticky as i remember but the high viscosity makes this beer very oily like i d imagine petroleum to be . again i can compare it to a solution of molasses and vinegar . it s more like a wine than a beer . o it s the furthest thing from the fizzy refreshment people think of when describing beer . it s not terrible beyond a few sips worth it s even enjoyable when you hold your nose . it s best enjoyed very chilled . to compare to a tho . hardy or other highly acclaimed english barleywines old ales meant for a generation of aging this beer fairs quite well . i agree it s more of an experiment gone wrong than a masterpiece since it has taken years or more for this beer to become bearable . still i m glad to have held onto this bottle and look forward to samplings of the rest at future dates .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours a fudge brown color with garnet highlights not much of a head but the beer has legs smell rich dark chocolate and fresh raspberry pure with a hint of honey and bourbon taste dark chocolate and honey appear first but it does n t take long for the tart black and red raspberry flavors to assert themselves after the swallow the tart black raspberry and sweet red raspberry elements sway back and forth though the chocolate bourbon and honey lingers underneath throughout puckerish tartness in the aftertaste mouthfeel medium to full body with low to moderate carbonation overall though i would prefer a slightly fuller mouthfeel i am really impressed by this beer and am really enjoying the tart raspberry edge the chocolate and the subtle bourbon elements,aroma,1.0,1
poured into a pint glass . bought this for a buck at local place . . a clear golden color . agressive pour resulted in half a finger of head that fell quickly but surprisingly left a decent amount of lacing . . s faintly reminiscent of pumpkin pie . otherwise grainy . completely pleasant but could be stronger . . t first couple sips were pleasant and had a pumpkin spice spiciness to it . after the initial exposure however the beer just ended up tasting like nothing . . m insanely light body . good carbonation . no creaminess . sucks . . d this beer completely sucks other than the aroma . i d give drinkability a lower score but it is n t offensive like old german or schafer are .,aroma,0.8,1
have n t review in a while so i lined up a few barley wines . first off is alaskan barley wine . i have heard a few good things so i picked this one up . a very cloudy auburn brown . a small head forms then falls to a small right of bubbles around the rim of the glass . no real visible carbonation because the beer is so cloudy . looks appealing . s the nose is the best feature of this beer . there are lots of sweet dark fruits much like a dropple bock . a hit of booze to the end . could be more complex . t here this beer takes a turn for the worse . the dark fruits in the aroma get tangled up with the booze flavor and give it a near soy sauce flavor . plenty of sweetness . little to no hop flavor up front just bitterness to help finish the mangled dark fruit taste . b not too heavy or cloying could have more carbonation . o not a very well balanced beer the flavors do n t come through clearly and lead to off flavors .,aroma,0.9,1
a huge fluffy light tan head sits atop a dark brown brew . smells of banana citrus coriander and a bit of pine . the taste does not live up to the promise of the smell . a dull intro is followed up by malts mixed with faint bananas and a bit of spice . mouth feel is smooth and light bodied . carbonation is fairly active .,aroma,0.8,1
. oz . bottle poured into a pint glass . appearance clear copper color with fizzy off white head which quickly turns to a film and eventually nothing . smell lots of malts and grain aromas plus some apple and caramel . taste honestly tastes a bit like watered down juice with some rye and other grains in it . starts off with some apple and grains the barley wheat and oats the rye and some caramel slowly come in towards the finish . there s some bready ness and mild bitterness in the aftertaste but i ca n t tell if it is from the rye or from hops . mouthfeel light bodied and smooth a bit watered down even . lots of carbonation but it is sort of light and fizzy . drinkability alcohol and flavor wise it is not strong . but it just does n t really taste like a beer . i was hoping for something more interesting here but i am far from impressed . it really tastes like an equal mix of apple juice water and pale ale with a bit of forced carbonation . it really seems like a very confused beer that does n t even taste all that great . definitely had potential but missed it .,aroma,0.7,1
a dark amber in color . nice one finger head . s very nice sweet malty aroma . t delicious . sweet malty with a bit of spicyness . maybe even a note of citrus as well . not a lot of bitterness at all . nice balance . m full bodied . leaves a nice feel as it finishes . the malty linger on the tongue a bit . d very drinkable . . is a little on the hefty side for me but you do not really realize it when drinking it . no alcohol burn at all . overall very good beer . definitely a beer that i will order and drink again .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into dogfish head signature glass august . no freshness date that i can find . apparently this is a blend of two component ipas unearthly imperial ipa unfiltered hoppe imperial extra pale ale . an interesting take . eyes a very hazy yellowish ruddy color with a moderate off white head . nose a nice profile of strong citrus notes not overly complex but nice . tongue what strikes my first is just how malty this is . almost overly sweet that dominates the citrus splash and less prominent pine notes . the high abv does n t overwhelm but is noticable . mouth decent carbonation but it does n t do enough to overcome the malty sweetness or thickness . libation i ve not had the component beers of this blend i m not sure if that s a good or bad thing . this way at least i do n t have preconceptions . although i m now interested enough to try both this is a tad too heavy on the malt and citrus notes which seem to elbow the other components aside .,aroma,0.9,1
i had this beer on nitro tap in a barrel mug . it is a very dark black looking stout that does filter some light in a crimson hue . the head is a rock solid driven by the nitro tap but is surprisingly light on lacing . there is no smell at all . the flavor is surprisingly light . it tastes like watery roasted malt a bit of coffee and chestnuts . the mouthfeel is enhanced by the nitro but is a lot lighter then i would expect . the taste is so light that the creaminess of the nitro nearly overpowers it . i know where they are going with this a mainstream american stout but it falls way short for my personal taste buds . it is very drinkable due to its light nature but the lack of flavor would not make me want to have more,aroma,0.3,0
a decent iipa . thanks to zorro for the trade . i do n t know what it is about west coast ipa s but they just do n t do it for me like midwest ipa s do . it smells amazing but the taste and mouthfeel just do n t live up to the aroma . the beer looks alright but it s very hazy . has a straw yellow color with a golden hue . so much haze i ca n t see through it . plenty of head with a great retention . as it falls it leaves a nice marshmallow mountain and some great lace . a little bit of carbonation . i wish it were a little more pale ie not completely hazy but the head structure is really great . the smell is the best part . has a great floral and fruity aroma with a hint of grassy and piney resins . pears peaches tangerines and some nice clean berry esters as well . smells like centennial . very lovely bouquet . only a small amount of caramel malt sweetness peeks its way out from under the hops . the taste is where it seems to go downhill though . tastes like it was dry hopped for too long with too many hops so that it imparts an intense grassy flavor . has a strong sweet caramel malt presence . the bitterness is not too aggressive on the other hand just the dry hop grassiness that lingers forever . more bitter less dry hops please . not to say i do n t appreciate the wonderful aromatics produced by dry hopping but there is a thing called balance . the body is medium with a lingering cloying sweetness and a rough grassiness . a hint of alcohol burn as well . no balance . i am none too impressed . great aromatics but unfortunately it does n t translate as well when it actually hits my tongue . not worth seeking out imo but many people seem to like this type of iipa . crazy californians . maybe all that sunshine is frying their brains . the opinions expressed in this review are not the opinions of beer advocate or the mid west . err . maybe the latter is n t true . in any case i do n t mean to offend . not all of you are completely insane afterall . furthermore i am still very interested in trying the hopsickle since my main beef with this beer is n t that it is too hoppy but that it is n t bitter enough . has plenty of hops but they are more late boil post boil centric whereas some more bitter flavor and less dry hop grass flavor would do wonders for this beer .,aroma,1.0,1
first review i usually do n t bother because i agree with the majority of you . not this time . oz stubby from whipin into a tulip . ish f. appearance nice and cloudy dark red . half a finger of head that dissipated quickly . aroma creamed corn and alcohol were immediately prominent but these faded slowly and a hint of floral hop and a tiny bit of caramel came out in the end . flavor frosted flakes and robitussin . this thing is extremely hot . i love high abv brews but there is no balance here . the bitterness is medicinal not the hoppiness i was hoping for . where is the barley . not sweet at all . mouth thin . gravity on this bottle was . which fits to style at the very low end but countered with the fusel bite and bitterness i wanted it to be chewier . drinkability let s just say i m going to mouthwash after this one . barleywines are n t for chuggin but this is n t a sipper either . grin and bear it for the buzz or pour it out . might be ok to cook with . i love barleywines who does n t . and it s one of my most common styles to drink and brew . but this one missed the mark . i dig most st arnold brews but i will not buy divine again . it s definitely not the collector all the local hype builds it up to be . i will age the rest though and revisit in a year .,aroma,0.3,0
one of the stronger lagers i ve had granted ive only had about five different ones . appearance a nice pour into a mug minimal head to it i suck at pouring beers smell nose is stuffy but had a decent smell from what i could tell taste a good amount of hoppiness to it a bit stronger to have more than one drinkability an easy beer to drink a good beer to enjoy a few at a time but for the price i d prefer a six of killian s or coors,aroma,0.4,0
poured from a ml bottle into a sam adams perfect pint . this one pours a hazy orange straw color with plenty of floaties . the head is a modest finger worth but retains well . the aroma is very sweet with the chai tea coming through very strongly . there s also a strong juniper aspect along with some mint cinnamon cardamom cumin ginger and a bunch more spices i ca n t quite put my finger on . a very complex and inviting aroma . the taste really follows the nose with a sweet melange of spices careening across the tongue . it s very complex but unfortunately does n t smell quite as good as it tastes . it s still a tasty brew but probably just a bit too sweet for my liking . the mouthfeel is fairly full bodied with a level of carbonation that s just a bit tingly . the drinkability is alright i split the bottle over two nights since it s really a one and done sort of thing . another enjoyable experiment from dfh .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer is a yellow color not brown at all . the aroma is a little skunky sweet malt . head is white and disappears fast with almost no lacing . the taste is sweet with little transition into hops . disappointed as this is no more than a genny cream ale disguised as a micro lager .,aroma,0.3,0
another great from the ol divide . ounce bottle poured into a pint glass . wonderfull inch frothy head appers from a light copper colored pour . light lacing left behind on the glass . it is very soft on the nose very beasy and balanced smelling . nice bready notes as well . the bottle says brilliant.balanced and this is nothing short of the truth for this beer . a wonderfully balanced hop and malt partnership . very easy on the tongue . very soft and inviting . not too bitter not too malty . nice bread flavors left behind as well . very drinkable . good job great divide . another amazingly balanced drinkable delicious beer . definatly recomend to anybody . there isnt a bad note in this one .,aroma,0.6,1
the oz . brown bomber held a beer that looked standard ipa amber with some chill haze . the head was well proportioned at two fingers thick and receded to a craggy undulating for with a good deal of lace around the walls of the pint glass . the aroma was leafy green and pungent but a little weak imo . the perceived bitterness was about as high as i have ever run across . it clung to my teeth made my cheeks contact and singed my sinuses with vapors on the way down . this was fresh catty refreshing and just undeniably hoppy . in other words exactly what an ipa is supposed to be but what most brewers dont brew . if you are not a true hophead i am afraid you might fin this unbalanced but to me it was un put downable . i am sure there was enough malt that they started out with to get this to a . abv but the hops never ever let a tinge of sweetness creep in . i drained my only bomber in about half an hour and the only thought lingering in the back of my mind was i need to stock up on this asap . if it wasnt for the mild smell this would kick ruination from here to san diego .,aroma,0.7,1
a looks average . s smells like laundry soap and feet . t it tastes like cheap sour beer with a thickening agent added . it s not offensive it s nowhere near good either . i ca n t fathom why someone thought it might succeed in the export market . m see above d why bother .,aroma,0.2,0
a what the . red . looks a transparent cherry red . vibrant and deep . not exactly what i wanted to see in a beer . to each his own but this was a pretty disturbing surprise . not much head but the lacing was great . probably the saving grace of this beer . s smell is actually pretty fragrant . smells of malts and a little twist of beet flavor in there too . does n t really smell like a beer though . no hoppiness in the scent at all . t again no hoppiness . hardly tastes like carbonated beet juice . a little maltiness from the beet flavor but all the bitterness is gone . it s not a bad taste just does n t taste like a beer . no alcohol taste either . mf goes down easy . the carbonation provides pretty much all of the bitterness here . d if you can get beyond the lackluster taste you could polish or of these without trying . low abv to boot . not really much of a beer though .,aroma,0.7,1
a gorgeous straw color with an ample two finger bright white head . apple juice like body . sea foam lacing . some carbonation . s fresh cut grass . hops . a touch of skunk . very much reminds me of saison du pont . excellent aroma . t hops pine forward . faint grassyness . honestly not much else . based on the smell i expected more complexity . m relatively full bodied for a percent . o definitely worth seeking out .,aroma,1.0,1
so this is a very famous beer . here where i live in the terms of the most wanted beer budwieser and heineken are the most apreciated . well but it isnt that great at least when drinking this one it ouwld be a beer you can be sure that you wont be drinkin something with strange ingredients following the purity law of germany then again thats what they will tell you . it pours a gold colour very ligth like anouncing a poor body as it gets on th mouth then the hops would be barely noticed . hey i could n t smell them . the flavour last good on the mouth like seconds and thats good . carbonation medium low foam and it goes away almos instantaniusly . body very low concentrated low sugar . hey i did n t felt the skunk flavour everyone talks about with this beer . . maybe because it was a can . i dont think so as the cc bottle i bougth for my dad tasted the very same and no skunk at all . i dunno . . well it s hard to tell if it was because the place i bougth it from . so here it is the world famous heineken dont expect much from this one unless you want a beer that can be downed easily and not caring much about the flavour .,aroma,0.4,0
bottle split with the old lady . a a half inch of off white head from a hard pour that instantly vanishes . hazy pink orange in color . s jeepers creepers there s some bugs in there . super sour and funky with lots of acidity in the nose . t so sour and tart with tons of acidity . bright brilliant sour cherries strawberries and underipe plums . lots horse blanket funky oak and some straw . a mild wheat touch buried in there . m thin body and low carb . the liquid sits on the palate and puckers the cheeks very aggressively d its one of the most sour brews i ve ever had but its so tasty that you want more . i had no problem enjoying my half a bottle but might have been soured out if i had the whole thing .,aroma,1.0,1
. for a ml bottle . capped . . abv . brewed with cacao nibs sweet orange and cinnamon . pours out to a murky dark brown with flittering chunks of sediment that settle to the bottom of my glass . forms a whipped and creamy light tan head with very good retention and sticky lacing . the aroma is very enticing . it s fruity and easily smelled from afar.thankfully this is not overloaded with cinnamon as was my fear . instead there is a rich perfumy sourness of rotting apples musty basement and faint tobacco . very nice and not tainted with fusels as i have noted in ron s prior entries . the mouthfeel is airy and billowy with a medium body . the taste is predominated by an initial sourness which quickly gives way to a strong metallic note in the middle with isopropyl alcohol . after this there is a ton of tobacco and leather with a displeasing degree of bitterness . i wish this beer were sweeter than it is . it would really balance this out and accentuate all the right characters . the finish is dry sour metallic leathery and chemically bitter like eating a teaspoon of cocoa powder . i really wanted to like this after i smelled it but it s way out of balance and overall offensive . this will at least get me to try some more of ron s beers .,aroma,0.9,1
i had never really had a smoked beer before so i was a bit hesitant to try . after three of cbw s spiced ales i was up for anything so i ordered this with dinner . it was fantastic . i was expecting an overpowering salty brew reminicent of beef jerkey . but this was not like that at all . the look was a deep black with no head by the time it arrived at my table . it had a subtle nose of smoke and tasted like a great porter with a hint of smoke . i enjoyed my pint but would hesitate to have or . great with dinner . very bold and big .,aroma,1.0,1
i picked up a six pack of this beer with high hopes based on a friend s recommendation and the great reviews that it had received . nice mahogany color . thin head dissipated quickly . at room temperature aroma has hints of carmel and raisin . initial bland fruit taste surronds then is swept away by overpowering alcohol flavor . combination of carbonation and alcohol tingles the tongue . complex finish gives the ale its sense of purpose as the label states . flavor definitely seems to improve as the beer warms to room temperature . this is the first dogfish head brew that i ve tried and it has taken separate attempts at drinking it to warm up to it .,aroma,0.4,0
a clear orange beer with a thick and stable head . smell is malty with a heavy husk smell that is nutty and unfresh . not much hops . taste is husky and nutty with a astringent taste . the taste is less husky than the smell . i am not sure if this is ment to be this way . it tastes like a reasonable amount of caramalt has been used . there is not much else in there but the nutty huskiness . the yeast appears to add a whiff of barnyard flavor . this beer suffers from an undefined style .,aroma,0.3,0
look yellow pale color bare amount of foam smell vinegar with lot of carbonation taste mineral water at least do n t taste bad mouthfeel watery and extremely fizzy very light body drinkability a light beer made with mineral water and nothing else .,aroma,0.2,0
chick beer . i split a bottle of this with a girl that came up from austin to plano to visit for the weekend . she was helpful in drinking the beer since she grew up drinking black currant juice . thanks for the input . served split into two snifters . one unlabeled hers . one an awesome great divide balloon glass mine . the pour is a dark deep purple . thick stuff . almost exactly what i expected . considering ralph wiggum s experience with similarly colored fruits i ated the purple berries . they taste like burning i approached the rest with caution . the nose was definitely black currant . anna the girl in question claimed that it was unmistakably black currant juice . fully authentic interesting and inviting . a lindemans trademark smell . the body however left something to be desired . it reminded me of an unrefined juice . a bit thick and one dimensional for my tastes . some tartness sourness vinegar dryness body . something . i want another approach . however this beer leaves me flat . the stuff is drinkable but it s reminiscent of plain ol juice . maybe spiked with an untraceable amount of everclear . the cassis is an ok delivery vehicle for black currant essence but they could have done so so much more with this . slightly disappointing but still enjoyable .,aroma,0.9,1
picked up this bottle in trade with ba turbine a few months back . poured a reddish honey color thin light tan head . nice foam lacing . aroma is very yeasty . some malt sweetness in the back but the bready aroma overwhelms . taste has some dried apricot notes faint alcohol presence . mouthfeel is somewhat syrupy a bit astringent too . it s far from being my favorite barleywine . i doubt very much i would buy it if offered . the aroma kind of ruined it for me,aroma,0.4,0
hmm this is a pretty big ipa . . . whoo . last beer of the night before i m off to bed so let s see if it lulls me to sleep with deliciousness . first of all this guy is monstrously unfiltered . it s got more sediment on the bottom than my homebrews . but a careful decanting gives me a reasonably clear pour . a dusty yellow with a good maybe excessive head at first that dies down to a nice little foam dollop in the middle of the glass . too little visible carbonation makes it look a little boring . smells strongly of pine and. well. marijuana . someone had posted on the forum a while back what the most weed esque beer was and at the moment this has my vote . a nice earthy hop with most of the aroma hitting deep in the back of the nose . flavor is a nice mix of biscuity malt and rich fruity and piney hops . not too abrasively bitter and very easy to drink . slightly burnt hop taste at the end . i d say this ipa could do with some solid britishifying to make it a little smoother . mouthfeel is decent suffering from a slight lack of carbonation and when the flavors start cancelign each other out the mouthfeel is all you really notice . this is a slight edit from my first review of it which upon a second tasting was actually quite good . somehow it was n t working for me the first itme around .,aroma,0.9,1
three fingers of big bubbly white head arise above a dull copper slightly hazy body . very good dense lacing . assertive citrus aroma features plenty of orange backed by pine . sweet beginning sweeter than expected and the sweetness lasts throughout . hops rise and crest and battle to take a fruity hold for awhile . not for long though . no alcohol burn but a definite sense that its there . thick heavy almost syrupy mouthfeel . sweet and sluggish dampens drinkability . not really what i m looking for in a iipa and a bit high at . bomber .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle bottled june a pours a nice golden orange color with an off white colored head that quickly turns into a ring of lace around the glass . s the aroma is sour fruits and oak with a lot of old must and funk as well . t the taste like the aroma is both tart and sour and acidic as well . there s also a bit of oak and a good amount of funk in the taste as well . m the mouthfeel is tart and acidic with a low amount of carbonation . d because of it s high acidity level it is n t the highest beer in the drinkability category overall this is another world class beer from cantillon that is highly recommended .,aroma,1.0,1
this drink pours dark brown black with a filmy head and little retention . the aroma is similar to homebrewing wort with hints of cereal grains and corn syrup . the taste is sickly sweet i had this warm i recommend drinking it very cold . i could taste the barley malt molasses and corn but not the hops the label claims . reflection many of the people i work with grew up drinking malty sodas and they recommened this one to me to try . it smells good but its way to sweet for my taste .,aroma,0.8,1
i had this at the brewpub in richmond and found it pretty tasty . this is the bottled version which i was glad to see . it pours a very light golden color with a head that dies fairly quick . nothing too exciting to look at . the aroma has a very nice citrousy hopness to it with a good grainy scent in the background . the hops are evident in the taste but seem to linger on the roof of my mouth well after swallowing . the problem is that this beer is pretty much all hops tastewise . very refreshing but it could use some sort of malt backbone . mouthfeel is slightly syrupy a bit oily really . a pretty good ipa but not great .,aroma,0.8,1
served in a nonic pint glass a dark brown with hints of red and a thing cream colored head s smell is lots of chocolate and roasted malt with caramelized notes lying just under the surface . t roasted dark chocolate bitterness with a gentle malt backbone in what is an otherwise subdued but pleasant pallet . m wow this beer has one of the best mouthfeels i have experienced . creamy and very smooth with only a mild cask conditioned carbonation . d very smooth and very drinkable .,aroma,1.0,1
a clear yellow decent head finger dissipates fairly quickly a little lacing surprisingly . s like a wet dog . banana malt . this is the worst smelling beer i ve ever tried . i m scared now . t banana awfulness . oh it s so bad . like downing banana and raisins in coors light with no alcohol . m watery light bodied undercarbonated . d undrinkable .,aroma,0.2,0
served in an imperial pint glass . a very large white head sitting on a cloudy straw yellow body . lots of carbonation bubbles race to the top . even before the glass got in front of me the green apple aroma hit me in the face . it dominates right from the start and influences everything else . a medium body is again dominated by the tart green apple with a tang from the carbonation . definately a different kind of brew .,aroma,0.8,1
deep amber color with a decent off white head that does n t really leave any lacing . smells of sweet malts . a little nuttiness . not all that fragrant . for the taste sweet chocolaty maltiness hazelnut and a little hop bitterness on the finish that lingers . not bad at all . very drinkable .,aroma,0.6,1
my bottle claimed to be . abv . it tastes like it too . yellow with full head freshly aromatic of herbs grass and mint . alcohol flavor is initially strong and rides through numbing the beer and taking away some of the spritziness making it velvety . the aroma gives evidence that the hops used would be very tasty but they are completely obscured by the alcohol . a beer to get wasted on i guess . unappealing . perhaps i will have better luck with the brok premium which seems to be a more conventional lager pilsner .,aroma,0.8,1
and the sixth angel angel of death poured out his vial upon the great river euphrates and the water thereof was dried up that the way of the kings of the east might be prepared . ml from april pours a deep gold into a goblet mostly clear but slightly hazy nice foamy head and a few specks of bottle a few bottle conditioned debris floating about and i saw three unclean spirits like frogs come out of the mouth of the dragon and out of the mouth of the beast and out of the mouth of the false prophet . lots of smells . green apples citrus funk vinous white wine alcohol and some floral hop . nice for they are the spirits of devils working miracles which go forth unto the kings of the earth and of the whole world to gather them to the battle of that great day of god almighty . complex here too . taste is funky right up front not too sour though green apples grapefruit wine and some spice pepper or juniper . something a bit medicinal too which is distracting most of this is mellowed by a nice mild malt and a bright floral hoppiness behold i come as a thief . blessed is he that watcheth and keepeth his garments lest he walk naked and they see his shame . mouth is light with some oilyness crispy with medium carbonation and dry finish with some astringency and he gathered them together into a place called in the hebrew tongue armageddon . shares traits with to a few different styles of funky belgian but with some signature milder flavors and more ale like character the brett funk gets more and more aggressive as you sip building momentum. this is quite drinkable despite its uniqueness and complexity still i could n t imagine cracking open bottles of this in the same day whats with the revelations you say . i dont know . whats with the hiroshima pic though . is that ever cool .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer poured a cloudy red gold color . the head was a tan color and poured a half inch but held on very well . the beer s scent was almost entirely hops for me . it seemed to be a one dimensional flavor profile to the scent . i did n t get very much matlyness in the smell . the flavor was really where this beer started to pick up . the hops flavor was pronouced but it did n t have the extreme bitterness that many hop heavy beer has . i got toasted nutty undertones and a slight slight malty hint . the beer was dry on the tongue and had a hoppy after tastethat lasted a while . i would have liked a little heavy beer to go with this flavor profile i htought the beer was a little watery for me . overall i liked this beer . i think it is great that rogue captured the hops flavor in such a strong way without having to go super bitter like some beers .,aroma,0.6,1
not much to this one . i drank it on a hot summers night in atlanta looking for a thrist quenching wheat beer . poured to the anticipated cloudy straw color with whitish head that lingered and okay lacing . however i had to work to find much aroma and what i did get was just a hint of wheat . could not find any clove taste little wheat or anything else i would expect from a good wheat . palate was okay compared to a bmc but again not much . all and all this beer was a disappointment for a summer wheat beer .,aroma,0.4,0
appearance pours pitch black with two finger chunky tan head . smell very piney and a little fresh cut grass . slightly boozey smell . taste maltier than i expected from stone . but the hop bitterness is there . roasted malt is a nice highlight of this beer . not citrusy really mostly pine hop flavors . really glad that boozey scent didnt show up in the taste . very nicely balanced . mouthfeel really smooth . less carbonated than expected . drinkability perfect alc content for a bomber if you ask me . low enough to drink the whole thing and not be tipsy but high enough to give a nice buzz . overall nicely done from stone on this one . i personally love how agressively hopped their beers can be but i understand that not everyone enjoys that . this one is well balanced and hopheads and maltlovers alike will enjoy .,aroma,0.6,1
my friend said he picked this up at the store in a pack for . nervous . . a looks harmless enough . dark golden color with a thin off white head . s at first this smelled pretty good . a nice albeit gentle hit of citrus and some floral hops alongside some faint breadiness . as it warmed it started smelling flat out gross . reminded me of hot wet cardboard that s been sitting in the trash for a week . t to be honest the taste was n t terrible . there was a bit of hop flavor there alongside some smooth malt flavors . i could n t get by the smell though after a while and could n t wait for this to end .,aroma,0.4,0
well i have to say i m a bit disappointed with this beer . there is almost no head and it lasts only a few seconds . they say that it is brewed with salt and i get some of it but what is most disapointing in the taste . appart from some malty aroma there is almost nothing in the taste and the beer is very flat both in the carbonation and in the taste . i know that a barleywine might not be as carbonated as lower abv beers but i have seen better . i was looking for caramel and fruits or even spices but this beer is shy . i get some caramel taste but that s all . very simple and it s interesting that it is a bit salty but i wish it was more complex . and there is a good smokey taste not over the top i like that . the mouthfeel is o.k . but could be better . however this beer is decent and i would give a try to other brews from this brewery . i feel like this brew needs to let itself express more .,aroma,0.7,1
vintage oz bottle received as part of my ba secret santa . thanks bross . i really dig the label art . arrgh . poured into a corsendonk glass also part of the bass . tan head that does not go very high but stays very tight and leaves a consistent cap on the surface . nice lacing on the glass with each sip but not a lot of stickage . color is a murky amber brown that only shows when held to the light . smell has a great malty dark fig aroma . lots of sweet brown sugar . very warm smell . taste is also very malty . slight bit of fig some chocolate and a bit of peat smokiness . mouthfeel is very soft and full bodied . not syrupy but still thick and velvety . very nice english style barleywine .,aroma,1.0,1
a pours a cloudy copper with a thick and foamy off white head that has great retention and leaves good lacing . nice looking beer . s not much of a hop punch for a dipa . nose is dominated by sweet malt sugary dark fruit and in the background there are some citrus hop notes . t malt rye biscuits some spice toffee and a bit of hops . its different for sure . m thicker than expected . slick and oily . coats the palate well . d its a good beer but the sweet malt makes this a one and done for me . this is more like an english barleywine than a dipa .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours a cloudy golden color with a nice frothy finger head . s wheat slightly hoppy somewhat faint . t lots of piney hops all the way through . deep bready wheaty malt undercurrent . m medium bodied with medium carbonation . d i find this beer to be extremely drinkable . another winner from sn .,aroma,0.6,1
batch graciously shared at mi casa by sparky . pours a rich coppery brown with a medium sized off white head . this is actually a beautiful looking beer . intoxicatingly sweet rich and robust smell . lots of bready yeast brown sugar grapes raisins overripe d anjou pears flowers and some earthy spices . ouch . . this actually hurts me it s so sweet . the aroma carries over to the flavor with the addition of a punch in the teeth dose of sugar . it does have a spicy yeasty finish but at that point it s too late . the medium body is syrupy and thick with sugar . it s just not doing it for me . .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance it is a pale yellow . the beer pours with a finger of white head that dissipates really quickly . just by looking at it you can tell it has a lot of carbonation . smell it is almost straight lime with the straw smell i associate with light lagers . taste a great deal of fake lime flavor balanced out with a little bit of sweet malt flavor . the finish and lingering flavor was painful . mouthfeel it is medium bodied solely due to the massive amount of carbonation . drinkability this beer was just a total failure . even the drinkability was shitty due to the heavy amount of carbonation .,aroma,0.2,0
a light black with dark cream colored head with strong retention and lacing s sweet roasty aroma little apple aroma t nice light coffee flavor with slight bitterness but a nice sweet background good roasty flavor throughout m nice mouthfeel heavy but not overly so d good drinkability for strong flavored beer,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz bottle into a sa perfect pint appearance extremely aggressive pour yielded a measly finger head . i was afraid it had gone flat as there was carbonation present until the very end of the pour . sticky honeycomb looking head that heaves nice lacing . orange copper colour pretty clear . smell smells fantastic . sticky sweet grapefruity piney lemony with a touch of pepper on the back end . taste tastes very nice . good amount of bitter hops comming through . aftertaste is similar to sn pale ale . begins sweet and cloying and finishes dry and acidic . good malt backbone that balances the beer out . mouthfeel very undercarbonated . its like drinking cold flat ipa . not a great mouthfeel at all . pretty good coating of the palate but way off . drinkability this might be an off bottle but i give it an average drinkability . its delicious and the aromatics are great and on point but the beer is flat and becomes more one dimensional that it should be since its not carbonated enough . i will try again just because it was so delicious .,aroma,0.9,1
got this from freighttrain cheers jacob . swingtop opens with a assuring pfft . pours an effervescent mahogany ebony with finger of fluffy tan head . zero head retention lacing s smokeyness toasty grain pick up a lot peat alder once really warm t roasty charred malt dark chcolate husky smokeyness up front . more of the same as this warms plus dryness . finishes smokey dry sweet mf medium bodied oily with low carbonation nice warming sensation drinks easy enough the abv is well hidden needs a bit more malt depth flavor to really hold my interest past a few pints . probably enjoyed the artwork on the label as much as the beer . the appearance drags this down but i still would n t put it up there with alaskan smoked porter,aroma,0.9,1
a typical stout appeared to be nitogenated . black body with cream two finger head . s i could detect coffee bean t very good . hints of coffee really made this stout stand out . m very creamy and soothing d wow . great session beer . glad to celebrate st. paddys day while drinking local . stands on its own . get it while you can .,aroma,0.6,1
poured into a duvel tulip this beer appears well like a dark rum . .with head . the head recedes smells great rummy oak y sugar cane caramel coconut spicy very layered and complex nose . there s a little hop bitterness in the taste but all else is overpowered by the rum and oak taste . it s got medium body with a good pricly carbonation to help with the booziness which is felt in the nasal passages and then warms the belly . still boozy tasting which makes me not want to drink too many of them .,aroma,0.9,1
wow ive never reviewed a beer before . im a big ipa fan but this is my first imperial stout and i must say its amazing . the head was so thick which im not used to . it tastes thicker than a regular ipa which i like . and the alcohol content i love . get one and drink it and enjoy it .,aroma,0.7,1
thanks nate . served in a tulip . a a finger of quick dissolving white foam settles to a thin ring and partial hazy cap . transparent pale golden body with a few patches of lace . s white grapes sugar cooked corn honey and some nebulous overripe fruit and veggie character as well . t taste is a bit better mostly grain and bread with a faint pear finish . there s a strange vegetal aftertaste that is somewhat unpleasant however . m zesty carbonation medium light body and a crisp dry finish . d i thought this was an adjunct lager and in that vein it s passable . however as an apa this is pretty bad . sickeningly sweet aroma and bad beer aftertaste . avoid . unless your name is o keefe .,aroma,0.4,0
a spicy hop bouquet with a hint of diacetyl butteryness in the nose . a nice gold color which puts this in the czech style . a nice hoppy flavor at first and thin the diacetyl kicks in . a bit too much for the style as the diacetyl dominates the flavor profile . i have had much better bottles of this beer and i will have to re rate when i can get another batch .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a hazy golden color with a fizzy white head and a little lacing . smells of dirty dish water . tastes of citrus and wheat and maybe some peas or some other random vegetable and hints od coriander . mouthfeel is medium and drinkability is decent . not a bad beer apart from the smell .,aroma,0.4,0
batch poured from bottle into tulip glass . pours a murky orange color that radiates in the glass and has a pillowing two fingers of head that is slow to dissolve . the aroma is sweet citrus peel yeast vanilla and caramel . the flavor has sweet malt and grapefruit upfront and is accompanied by toffee vanilla and finishes sweet and boozy . it has a creamy full body and makes it a nice sipper . very enjoyable beer . highly quaffable and deliciously decadent .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle poured into a tulip . pours a slightly hazy amber brown that sits a fairly opaque brown in the glass underneath a small creamy tan head that recedes to a solid collar leaving spotty lacing . the aroma is very good with some slightly tart chocolate covered cherries and lots of caramel malts and toffee as well . the mild tartness does n t take away from the rest of the aroma but just adds to it . the taste is a whole different story with a very distracting sourness up front that lingers throughout the taste . there is some caramel malts sweetness with some tart cherries but the finish brings back the offputting sourness with some cardboard staleness as well . the mouthfeel is medium bodied with plenty of carbonation . the dry tartness in the finish really does n t seem to fit on the palate . well this is the first beer from alesmith that i have n t thoroughly enjoyed . i m not exactly sure if the sourness is intended and i do n t think it s distracting in the aroma . but the taste just does n t seem right to me . i ve got a couple other bottles that i ll revisit later but right now i m not all that impressed .,aroma,0.9,1
i have been eyeballing this one for awhile due to the high price finally let myself go and got this to try . the color is a very dark brown to black healthy tiny brown bubbles surfaced . smell is a bit muted whiff of malt . taste was creamy . the initial taste was sweet malt i could feel the alcohol presence in my mouth . the taste finished with a kick of hoppiness . amager rugporter is an enjoyable porter good drinkability .,aroma,0.6,1
i love the fall cooler air leaves changing color and oh yeah pumpkin beer . a the brew erupts in bubbles from a hard pour into a standard pint glass . it produced a decent one plus finger head that held little retention and exhibited no lacing . on the up side when held to direct light a deep orange core that transitions to a golden perimeter presents itself . s packed with herbs and spices . sweet malts are first to hit the nose followed quickly by cinnamon coriander and caramel . reminded me of candied yams on thanksgiving . almost no hops were detectable and the alcohol was hidden nicely . t first sip was scrumptious showcasing much of what i just smelled . unfortunately as the drinks went by so did the complexity . malty front with a biter middle leaving only hints of those herbs and spices at the tail end . just wish every sip was as incredible as the first . m tingly surprisingly thin no coating . o a good beer with hints of greatness .,aroma,0.9,1
really nice first sip with a great nose of hops . attractive russet brown with big head . pleasant roasted flavor . bitter aftertaste provides the right zing . clean finish and excellent drinkability . i m always surprised when a brown ale rises out of the dishwater but this one is really good . sort of a hoppy pilsner meets the traditional brown . or maybe a tart version of a vienna lager . anyway it s just right for oktoberfest .,aroma,0.6,1
poured a sharp looking warm honey amber brassy hue with a head of tight cream foam on a nicley bubbling body that disappated quickly and laced lightly sporatically . nose was n t anything special some straw sharp odd . even yet dull on the pallete perhaps some mild sweetness on a very flat tasting malt base . pallete was the best part as a crisp pleasing cinnamon like spiciness showed up but alas it too faded into a lackluster dull watery finish with a mild bitterness . there was nothing remarkable about this . i ll pass on future ones if other options are available .,aroma,0.4,0
a nice golden yellow color . the smell was light and hard to detect . i was hoping to smell something but could n t . the taste was dry and had a nice hop bite to it . not overpowering very easy to drink . i did detect a little sweetness to the beer it was almost not noticeable .,aroma,0.6,1
this is supposedly the strongest beer ever bottled in canada . it will also be the strongest beer i ve ever had the pleasure of encountering . i m very excited as sherbrooke usually does an excellent job with their specialty brews . it pours a very rich and hazy caramel colour . not much carbonation and a very thin head . smells delicious . sweet raisin and toffee come through very clearly . the oak is also present . it smells much more rounded than the regular alley kat olde deuteronomy . sharp sweetness on the palate to start . this is one hell of a smooth beer . very sweet dark fruit flavours with some nice toffee notes . it slowly fades and the oak flavour really comes through . it finished with a hint of hop flavour at the back of the tongue . alcohol warms the mouth but is never overpowering . the alcohol is especially subdued for . . a very pleasant finish . overall this is an excellent beer . this is much better than the alley kat barley wine and one of the best sherbrooke creations i ve had to date .,aroma,1.0,1
the evening starting innocently enough the remants of tropical storm nicholas were crashing ashore . winds were whipping about mps out of the nw . raining like a cow pissing on a flat rock . the bengals lost . .again . my lovely little wife was out having dinner with a girlfriend in town . i tried tieing a bimini twist knot for the upteenth time with no luck and only minor injuries to my hands . let s have a beer i say to myself how about this little stubby . oz brown belgian with the beige label . the belgianbum gave it to me i have been saving it . sounds interesting . reinaert flemish wild ale . hmmmm luxembourg sounds interesting too but i have never been there . oh well here we go . bottled popped with an audible phhffffttt . medium golden in color . big creamy white head more dense than your average denny s dishwasher . i mean that in a good way . the smell was odd to say the least wild is a misnomer . in as a year old college student i went to the kentucky derby spent long hours in the infield of churchill downs met several future ex wives never saw a horse and woke up in the parking lot the next morning shoeless with a smell of stale beer fresh cut grass horse urine and wet dog overcoming me . this beer smelled exactly like that may morning years ago . ugghhh . wild vulgar and nasty all at once . unbelievable . odd tasting tart spritzy bubbly sweet champagne like taste . i thought this would be like a spicy belgian dubbel . instead it s the bastard son of a sun skunked duvel and andre brut champagne . sweetness fades dryness in the body then a chalky metallic lingering finish . sour puckering aftertaste . i drank it all and seriously regret it . highly charged bubbly carbonation but very hard to drink . sorry bum i could n t get into this one .,aroma,0.2,0
it pours pitch black just like the bottle . initial pour had no carbonation but eventually it procreated a nice caramel head . very large head but no carbonation . smell has vanilla everywhere like i was punched in the face by the vanilla . i like it . as it warms the bourbon booze and roasted malt come out . the taste was initially loaded with vanilla and booze . i like the amount of vanilla but its just a bit too hot for me . another brooklyn stout thats too hot for me . i wish it was a bit more complex but the bourbon vanilla and booze just take over .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at a pub in hilton head . always excited to try new beers by local brewers . porter is my favorite style so i tend to be extremely critical . by style this one is spot on . the aroma was ruined by the detergent smell of the glass . otherwise this is an exceptional porter . i love the toasty roasty flavor . the mouthfeel was just right and the drink ability . well i found myself almost finished with this beer before my meal had arrived . i hope to find some in a store and bring it back home . great job palmetto .,aroma,0.6,1
from the bottle to a sniffter a copper with a big fluffy white head s apricot warm brandy malty and other fruits t not as good as the smell the apricot was not as pronounced alchohol was present but not overpoweering m still could be thicker medium for the style d a good brew the smell was the best part,aroma,1.0,1
a coppery liquid with a slight haze and only a ring of foam on the edge of the glass . s strong with molasses and maple a touch of sherry notes . t sweet up front with a touch of spice on the back end strong alcohol presence early but softens as beer warms alcohol up front in the taste also caramel raisins anise and a little pepper soft bitterness in the finish . m very long finish with a lot of alcohol warmth . lush body and kind of creamy . d not something i could session but drinking two in a sitting is doable not my absolute favorite beer but definitely good . ca n t quite put a finger on what s missing but it s just not something i could n t live without . overall a very fine brew .,aroma,0.6,1
this is a knockout beer . so peaty so sclerotic in its twisted and mutagenic confluence of smoke and dark figgy malts . so black and so red its purple . macstallions merges the sensory landscapes of barnyards and plum orchards grenadine and old postcards . the aroma curls in paisley tendrils through the corridors of your brain responsible for christmas morning memories sexual escapade the unrepentant adult embrace of the perpetual need to believe in magic . put all this in a cognac barrel for a year in a humidor of tamarind cured cavendish pipe tobacco then pour it in a tall pint and youve got some sense of whats in store . above all else macstallions is unique in its successful perversion of style creating a headless laceless brew of corruptibly sweet strangely compelling beer . pointless to describe frighteningly easy to drink .,aroma,1.0,1
tallboy can . and . . we can all agree this is n t fancy stuff but it s special none the less . this makes it s appearance on a hot summer s day soon after the phase anybody want a beer . . pabst is that beer . it does n t smell good . heck it does n t really smell at all . it tastes like a beer . we all know that taste . simple . this is the stuff that you share in the backyard with a group of good friends and because it wo n t break the bank you can do it every weekend .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a murky hazelnut dark reddish brown with a large frothy head that leaves a descent little lace on my goblet . nose is of cardboard caramel a stack of paper plums herbs and is pretty yeasty . blah . tastes pretty good though . full in the mouth . slighty herbal with loads of dark fruits especially plums and grapes . this is ok .,aroma,0.4,0
i could smell the fruity hops but i could n t really taste their bitterness . the most dominant taste was the tanginess . it had a sort of semi sweet orange juice taste from start to finish . as i got to the last few gulps i could no longer smell the hops . as it lost its chill it smelled more and more like cheap old malt liquor all king cobra old english like . do n t get me wrong i d rather drink diablo over that crap any day . the head that topped this opaque golden orange beer was nice and foamy but disappeared a little too quickly . the tanginess and thickness made for a nice smooth feel .,aroma,0.3,0
had a metallic smell to it . low head great lacing however it lasted quite some time . deep golden color with high carbonation i thought . mouthfeel was medium watery for a light beer . an import version of a lawnmower beer . i could still drink a few after getting over the initial aroma .,aroma,0.2,0
initially i was a fan of this beer but my mind quickly changed . while brewed with honey it s not all that sweet and is extremely light bodied after drinking something heavier it almost feels and tastes like a flavoured water . it s far better on tap than in bottle but remains unimpressive at the best of times . due to its light nature and honey flavour it s easily drinkable and a big winner with the ladies . i do however remember it being a nicer drink a year or two ago .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from a oz bottle into a pint glass . a pours a very cloudy golden color that is close to a very light brown . there are tints of orange as well . it has a medium sized thick white head that retains a small ring and leaves some scattered lacing . there is some light carbonation noticeable . s the smell is quite amazing and complex in my opinion . there are some light hops initially noticed . next a tea like scent comes through along with some piney aromas . there is also a sweet orange fruitiness that comes through . overall it is very pleasant . t after the very satisfying smell the taste was sort of a let down . it tastes mostly of tea and hops . not much else . i would ve liked to see more of what was coming through in the smell in its taste as well . m it has a medium body that is smooth to drink . i has a little bite at the end from the hops and leaves a dry finish . the carbonation comes through here but not overly so . o this has been a nice break from the usual rip your tongue off american ipa . if the taste was amped up a bit it would be really great .,aroma,1.0,1
beer poured with a very frothy head and a amber like gold appearance . generally hazy as it settled . aromas were fantastic bready citrus fruit and cloves were wonderfully balanced . it was not too strong but the aromas were apparent . taste was yeasty with a generally sweet fruit flavors . the mouthfeel was refreshing and light but with a crisp carbonation . overall a really sweet refreshing hefeweizen .,aroma,1.0,1
poured from a ml bottle into pint galss . a pours a crystal clear medium amber with a thin head that dissipates quickly and leaves little lacing . s bready malt orange peel and faint hops . t peanuts and citrus dominate with a pleasant metallic oily finish . seems as though sweetness was added post fermentation . this india ale lacks the hoppy bitterness that i had expected and craved . malt and citrus take center stage as the beer warmed . m medium light with perfect carbonation . d lacks the punch i expected . i m rather underwhelmed .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance between pale and amber brown lots of head that slowly subsides smell very good hoppy smell taste some citrus spice but with a definitely bitter kick . great taste . mouthfeel warming from the amount of alcohol . very good feel . not too carbonated . bitterness makes my mouth feel like i at a sweet tart . drinkability i have drank several of these not at the same session . it is quite intense and the amount of alcohol means that i would only have one or two per session .,aroma,0.6,1
light yellow cloudy beer with a quickly fading head.aroma is disgusting it actually smeels like mustard.taste is nutmeg and lemon . yuck.i am a fan of victory products but this is just plain unenjoyable.i will label this as one step below garbage.yuck .,aroma,0.3,0
i am a big ipa fan and had never heard of this beer but when i saw it on tap at a local restaurant decided to give it a try . i was pleasantly surprised . nice traditional amber color slight citrus nose decent malt to hop balance very drinkable and went great with my pizza . i think it is very similar to sierra nevada and a little lighter brighter than harpoon . after reading previous posts i am wondering if this beer is inconsistent because i do n t think it deserves the bad reviews it got based on the beer i had . that being said if you are really a hop head it is not going to give you what green flash west coast ipa or bear republic etc . does . i also think mayflower ipa is similar .,aroma,0.6,1
this cloudy golden brew has some orange tinting noticeable . it throws out a nice little white head that reduces to a film within a minute . really nice malted wheat and lemon on the nose . i pick up some orange notes also . a nicely carbonated mouthfeel is present . the taste is pretty mellow . the spicing really does n t show on the buds in this brew . what i get is an easy drinking wheat based beer . this is n t up there with some of the best wits gray s and lakefront but it s good . i picked up varieties from boulevard brewing co. while i was in iowa last weekend . i wanted to get some stone city but i did n t travel far enough south to find that . these blvd . brews were definitely a surprise though . all were pretty solid . the other should follow tonight .,aroma,0.9,1
a beautiful golden body with a nice white head and good retention . s unbelievably citrusy cumquat calamondin grapefruit orange peal pine honey t the aroma really grabs the attention here but the flavor and slight bitterness still comes through grapefruit honey cumquat m peppery yet smooth with a bit of acid from the hops . fairly light for an ipa . o fantastic ipa . one of the best that i ve had as far as the smell is concerned .,aroma,1.0,1
a bubbly rocky just off tan head which leaves some beautiful lacing around my pint glass . the color is a slightly hazy reddish brown orange . slight visible carbonation a very nice looking brew . s caramelized hops bitter hops lightly toasted hops a lot of hops in the nose obviously . just behind them is a sweet malty backbone seamless blending of the two characteristics it s hard to tell where exactly one ends and the other begins and that is exceptional craftsmanship in my opinion . just a tad too much hops for me . t again a hops forward beer . despite the inviting and complex smell the taste is surprisingly one dimensional flat hops . metallic aftertaste where s the counter balancing malt . just barely any sweetness . really there is no depth here . wtf odells . no much strength of flavor either tastes watered down . lacking this beer needs to be brought up to par . m like water thin no tensile strength noticeable . decent coating however and no lingering aftertaste unpleasantness . d eh . this does n t taste that good . how can i drink a beer that does n t taste good . i did n t buy it to look at or smell . it does n t taste bad it s just not good . low drinkability in that case .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at the beachwood bbq in seal beach ca a pours a light amber with a medium white head average lacing for an ipa type beer . s tropical fruit city tangerine pineapple mango with noticable pine . put me on the beach in cancun . t bitter pine hits first some bitter melon then the more citrus characteristics of the hops land . pink grapefruit and bit of pineapple and tangerine with a lot of caramel malt to back it up with a slightly astringent finish . m resiny full bodied good carbonation light on the palate leading to the flavours to be further enjoyed . d a quality double ipa from avery in colorado the price in bottles prohibits me from buying this except for every so often but it s a quite good beer for hop fans .,aroma,1.0,1
this beer was pretty good. tasted like a nice representation of this style . i m not sure why anyone would drink this when the and minute ipa s are available but that s besides the point . it was a nice golden reddish color and the smell was n t great . the taste was definitely not very fresh either . worth trying but not one that i would recommend .,aroma,0.4,0
this one came highly recommended . the bottle says it was brewed in aged in oak barrels and refermented in bottle . it poured into a chalice with a fine tight bubbled head that rose to about in height before it began to settle down to a skim . it is a rosy copper color with a slight haze . the smell is sweet spicy almost vinous and very complex . each time i think i have an aroma captured it changes into something else . the closest thing i can compare this to is balsamic vinegar . my wife just walked through the room and stopped to smell it then drank some then said that we should have this around . maybe this beer has special powers . the taste starts tart then moves to sour . mouthfeel and taste dance with each other with the taste texture and where the beer is on my tongue constantly changing . this tastes like a food beer so i grab some salted nuts . after the nuts the beer reveals its oakiness the tart sourness subsides and the malt perks up . i ll try this with my wife s hazelnut torte the next time . the abv brings this into wine territory so one bottle changes my perspective . this is very drinkable but choose a designated driver before you give in to its charms .,aroma,1.0,1
reviewed on . i will admit that i am not a fan of high alcohol beers nor am i a particular fan of raisins . but my boyfriend got a bottle of this and wanted me to split it with him so i decided to try it . pours a light brown cloudy no head and a rather syrupy texture . aroma is awful much too overpowering and so repulsive to me that i actually had to pinch my nose while drinking it . aroma is strong of alcohol brown sugar raisin . flavor is a little better than the aroma brown sugar alcohol sweetness . super rich and super sweet . too one dimensional for such a high alcohol beer it is not balanced enough creating a huge alcohol mess . i just do n t think the body of raison d etre is strong enough to handle the . . i could only take about or so sips . wo n t be having this again . .,aroma,0.3,0
glassware over sized brandy snifter . appearance pours a very dark black with some very dark red highlights . there is n t too much of a head to speak of even after a very vigorous pour . there are some bubbles however they are floating around the outside of the glass and are scattered through the top of the beer . rolling the beer around the glass shows off some very nice legs and leaves some really nice lacing . nose i could smell this beer across the room while setting up the pictures it is strong . lots of roasted barley notes alcohol and really dark coffee . very dark strong coffee . this is a coffee stout for sure and a hard one to contend with in the nose . taste astringent bitterness coming from the coffee flavor with a strong burnt coffee aftertaste . very bitter and very aggressive . i think it s actually a bit too much for me . the alcohol the malt any semblance of flavor is completely annihilated by this burnt coffee flavor . this one is clearly not for me . mouthfeel the body is on the heavier side of medium or the lighter side of heavy . whichever with really nice carbonation . the beer finishes a little sticky which i normally would n t mind but the flavor of this stickiness is burnt coffee . overall this beer has a lot of potential maybe this was a bad batch but i really could see myself enjoying this if it were more than one dimensional bitterness .,aroma,0.8,1
not one of my favorite styles consumed on site . pours dark brown black with white head . some head retention lacing smell serious lactic sourness leather hints of choclate taste sourness musty hop taste hints of licorice choclate . finishes extremely dry tart mf thin to medium okay carbination interesting very close the style probably would ve went over better on a cool cloudy day . worth a try,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a pint glass . a a nice sunset orange with a good foamy head with solid retention . some lacing . does n t seem to be much carbonation in the appearance . s grapefruit melon hops and a bit of citrus in there as well . really great nose on this beer . t a big dry hoppiness that in my opinion seems to overshadow the other tastes of citrus and grapefruit . grapefruit more pronounced in the end to give a nice finish . m thankfully there is good carbonation in the mouthfeel . not overbearing and not as light as i thought from the appearance . as mentioned before dry hop feel to this one o this is a tasty brew overall and the nose on it is just superb .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance nice two fingers of head that sustained somewhat decently . steady carbonation from a light brass body . not much in the was of lacing . smell there just is n t a lot this beer as i m only catching the barest notes of grapes and wet hay . warming did n t help it s case either . taste not a lot going on here as it starts with bit of sweet corn and malt ending with a light dusting of hops . it s not bad but it s very run of the mill . it s basically drinking a sweeter less hoppy adjunct lager . mouthfeel i get this almost soapy note at the end of it which i think is being caused by a bit too much carbonation clashing with the malt or a preservative of some kind . it does n t linger though and it does a decent job of cleaning the palate . i dunno something is off . drinkability no problems getting it down and it is refreshing but the sweetness and the soapy pang really hold this back . it s just not for me but it s not bad . final thoughts this is one of those beers that if it was brewed locally for a decent price yeah i d probably drink it regularly . however this seems to be another case of a generic macro beer import . i d advise against purchase unless you lived in the area .,aroma,0.4,0
no best by date . brewed exclusively for whole foods markets . appearance pours a hazy deep brown into my chalice with a thin head of tan foam that settles instantly . aroma sublime . super sweet rich dark ripe fruits coupled with notes of chocolate . taste mouthfeel very smooth on the palate but lacking somewhat in carbonation . mildly sweet with notes of ripe fruits a touch of cherry . subtle notes of a sherry sneak through towards the end with a hot alcohol tinge to it . an all organic ale not the best dubbel but respectable .,aroma,0.9,1
i really like this beer . even though it is spicy this beer is very refreshing . i love beer but there are n t many that i would actually enjoy taking a drink of after a hard workout but this one would do . i think a bunch of the other raters are a bunch of little girls when it comes to the spice . that s the whole point of the beer . the pepper in the beer is pretty cool too . the worst thing it has going for it is how light it is but i do n t think a chili spiced beer would fair very well at all if it were any heavier . if you get the chance try it just do n t be a sally .,aroma,0.4,0
a very pretty beer . copper body with an off white head that quickly dissipated . nice lacing on the glass though . bit of a toasted and floral aroma . i can barely taste the toasted malts or the hop characteristics . a bit thin and watery . i m not impressed i used to like this beer . might do well with the millcooweiser folks . green bottle possibly stale .,aroma,0.4,0
i sampled this at the ullapool beer festival october . the beer pored a golden colour with a decent white head that displayed good retention and lacing . the scent was off putting way too bitter . it may be the type of hops used but this was a scent that reminded me of malt vinegar . however the taste made up for this . the initial taste is dominated by hops this is followed by a pleasant sweet taste of honey and then finally a nice hint of berries in the aftertaste . the mouthfeel was medium and very drinkable . overall a very pleasant ale that i would definitely try again if it was available .,aroma,0.4,0
a the beer pours an amber color with a decent sized head . i love the color of this beer . s smells of citrus pine and definitely has a little floral smell as well . t perfectly balanced . wow i love the taste of this beer . the bitterness is there but it s perfectly in sync with the piny citrus malty backbone . m light to mediumly carbonated this is my favorite easily accessible ipa . definitely a good beer . recommended for anyone,aroma,0.7,1
a ideal slim headed stout . pretty low carbonation but an amazing opaque black color . s i got virtually no scent until it warmed up and i got chocolate and nice coffee but mostly roast and alc . t great taste smooth high gravity the coffee taste is great . if you like a full bodied stout with subtle coffee . this is your beer . m very nice smooth in fact im appreciating the low carbonation strong body now . o im thankful for my currently half full barglass of plead the fifth . the great part of this well made stout is it shockingly spectacular delivery of the warming abv . i highly recommend this to coffee afficianados .,aroma,0.6,1
a pours amber with golden highlights with half a finger head that dissipates quickly . sudsy scattered lacing slides down the side of the glass . low carbonation . n citrus pine and light caramel notes . t lemon citrus and pine upfront followed by hints of navel orange and some very light grains in the background . finishes with spicy pine citrus rind and a light floral bouquet . m medium bodied smooth somewhat sticky and dry . o nice bitterness and american hop profile but lacks dimension from such a light malt backbone . this is essentially hop water but fans of west coast ipas will love this beer .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer apparently has a rum content of less than as well as an ingredient called aroma . the beer label and name appear to be a tie in to some music group s new album . pours with a huge oversize white head over the yellow blond beer . the beer has a very spicy odor maybe a hint of cloves or something similar in the nose . pleasant though atypical for beer . taste starts out very appealing slightly sweet and spicy then a ton of somewhat nasty sourness and bitterness comes in with a hint of the trademark silly metallic note . initially the beer did n t even taste much like beer rather than a generic malt beverage but the second half of the taste makes this a rather bitter beverage . curiously this only starts a second or two after swallowing . interesting product from silly honestly not pleasant to drink for me .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a deep dark brown with no head but some cool mocha looking bubbles . there are a bunch of smells going on from coffee and chocolate to some sweet caramel toffee . then it s followed by some grape and cabernet merlot type notes . a nice wine scent . taste is like it smells which is good . there is chocolate coffee and lots of berry flavors from blackberries to blue . a malt plum flavor also arises with a bit of sticky caramels and slight alcohol and pine bitterness on the back end . this is heavy and syrupy and tingly . more like a dark full bodied wine than a creamy stout . it drinks down well though and fairly smooth without any overpowering carbonation but a good candied aftertaste .,aroma,0.9,1
appearance light brown decent size head . the beer is totally black . a little bit of lacing on the glass . aroma a very sweet smell of dark malts and a hint of chocolate . it s an awesome smelling stout . mouth feel as it hits the lips you can tell it has a pretty thick body quite smooth and creamy as well with light carbonation . leaves the lips a little sticky . taste a dark chocolate coffee taste is pretty dominating . its tastes creamy and a little bitter in a good way . as it warms i can taste some alcohol . i think its a pretty good stout . alcohol sneaks up at the end but you barely noticable in the beginning . it gives a warm sensation as it goes down probably from the decent amount of alcohol which . . you really can notice the aroma of yeast towards the bottom of the glass .,aroma,1.0,1
this one did n t start out so good . poured to a golden yellow color with not much of a head but what little bit it did have stuck around the edges of the glass . it smelled like feet to me a little bit skunky . it has a rather smooth non alcoholic flavor with sour apple notes . not bad drink wise . but the smell . .wow .,aroma,0.4,0
poured into a chimay goblet . pours a nice clear orange amber . had a two inch head which leaves a moderate lace behind . the smell is really light but i get some sweet carmel and pine and citrus with no hint of the oak . the oak aging is right up front in the taste . it matches loads of hops pretty well . i know i get so pine and earthy hops and a bit of citrus too . nice caramel malt background maybe some smoked malts as well . very nice going down a bit warming but not too heavy . i ll have to cellar at least two of these . awesome brew sierra nevada .,aroma,0.6,1
this bottle was acquired in a trade with colts thank you benjamin for a great trade . poured into a duvel glass at degrees is beer is a very clear russett copper . head retention is minmal lacing is pale white . the aroma is of muted hops and barley . there is n t really much going on in the nose . this is probably this beers least definable characteristic . the taste is amazing . after smelling this beer i thought it would be rather bland but the flavors pop off the tongue . the hop flavors are much like moylan s ipa s double and triple r.e . hopsickle . there is a sharp tartness with a dry malty robust deminsion . mouthfeel is probably one of the best i ve ever encountered from an imperial ipa . this beer is full and with the proper amount of attenuation . i would n t call any . alcohol beer extremely drinkable but this is exceptional . i would reach for not one not two but three bombers in an afternoon if available . this is one delicious beer .,aroma,0.6,1
nice clear deep amber body topped by a thick head with a good amount of lacing . nice aroma . i m surprised . it s sweet and full of banana notes with an underlying yeastiness and little bitterness . the flavor is slightly sweet yet slightly bitter with yeasty notes a little banana and sour notes . not nearly as good as the aroma . medium bodied and smooth .,aroma,0.8,1
clear copper with a great billowy cream colored head and lots of lacing . smell is pretty weak . a little caramel biscuit can be detected along with some mild hop . taste is n t too bad . a tad watery on the palate though very smooth . tastes like a bit of sweet caramel very light some biscuity malt and a faint hop bitterness . i wanted something light tonight but this goes a bit too far in its wateriness . certainly nothing offensive about it though .,aroma,0.4,0
poured in to duvel tulip . a poured dark brown and settled black with fingers of bubbly light brown head that slowly receded . s roasted malts light chocolate notes and a slightly off tart sour smell . a weak overall nose . t roasted slightly burnt malts bitter coffee dark chocolate and sweet dark caramel . sweet in the middle and bitter and dry in the finish . m medium boy with a nice chew . at times the body seems full . light carbonation .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bottle poured into a snifter . a pours a hazy golden orange color . lots of white bubbles and lace . s a funky and dry acidic lemon and white grape . a nice balance . t sour and tart but a predominately dry funk driven profile . m a nice carbonation level . tart but an overall funk driven profile . d a decent wild ale . not all that sour but very earthy and funky .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a redoak globe style glass and purchased from warners at the bay . moderately deep golden appearance pouring with a white finger head of foam that dissipated quicker than expected . the smell is exactly what you get when you open a can of corn kernels . add a little bit of sweet malt and that is what you have . not expected not wanted . taste has the sweet malt hit first balanced out by a small touch of citric hop flavour . not really true to style and not great at all . the body of this beer suits the style with the usual level of north coast drinkability and feel to it . definitely the best feature . overall you drink the beer for what you taste and smell predominately and this is below par on both . would need some major changes to this brew to see me contemplate grabbing another .,aroma,0.4,0
cloudy light copper color medium creamy head . strong cranberry cream nose very nice but rather simple . flavor is similarly one dimensional slight wheatiness rather sweet and syrupy for a beer based on such a sour fruit and quite bitter . drinkable but way too sweet . i hope this is n t the highlight of the christmas pack .,aroma,0.7,1
a nice burnt orange coloring with a decent head and great lacing s unbelievable aromas . the tropical fruits are just amazing . you could mistake this for a glass of juice . t kind of a letdown from the smell but really the smell set the bar ridiculously high . this is definitely one of the better iipas i ve had the pleasure of tasting . the tropical fruits are still very much in the taste followed by a nice lingering bitterness . m could use a bit more carbonation but but anytime you can feel the hops just coating your pallet i have a tough time rating mouth lower than a . d exceptional . sweetwater knocked it out of the park this time . i m not sure why i m surprised considering that their standard ipa has always been their best offering . the iipa certainly continues that tradition .,aroma,1.0,1
bottle in unibroue glass appearance golden yellow brown with inch white head moderate lacing mild to medium retention of the head . smell . tropical fruits from the hops mango tangerine pineapple with a little grapefruit . just great smell . taste . a little one dimensional . a small amount of sweetness from malt but really pure bitterness from hops without any fruity notes . finishes with a cutting bitterness . body feels pretty light probably because of low alcohol content . definitely a hop head beer . flavor softens overall together as beer warms but tends to be very bitter . mouthfeel . mild to moderate thinness and quite astringent from the hops . overall . really interesting beer . it has an amazing aroma but doesnt match with taste . its definitely not like a typical weiss beer instead its is more like a west coast ipa . it is hard to figure which style and expectations to have . would enjoy if it had a stronger malt presence in the taste . also interesting is the low alcohol content which hinders the taste profiles but makes it easy to enjoy without effects of alcohol . overall would enjoy more with tweak to malt content but for a one off beer still quite enjoyable . recommend trying .,aroma,0.9,1
this beer pours a nice golden with a frothy head and the smell of citrus stands out right away . it was so much like orange juice i just kept smelling it to take it in . the taste was lots of citrusy hops but it was n t as balanced as i would have liked it to have been . nevertheless it was a joy to drink .,aroma,1.0,1
i was excited to find an aged bottle at a local store only thing is they had it in the back of the cooler not at the temp of the other crafts . got it home popped the top poured into my new belgium globe . apperance perfect dark rich and cloudy amber color for an ale this is perfect . the head was about one inch tall and went away quickly . smell this reminded me of a cheap woody cognac to start with . i actually sat this down and came back to it after a few minutes afterwords i could still smell the woodiness but the fruit and florals started to become more prominent . taste all i can say is watered down whiskey . just not impressed . mouthfeel too thin no feel at all . it has the feel of water . drinkability i would get something else . very poor overall .,aroma,0.7,1
poured from bottle into proper pint glass . drink by date is august . pours a deep orange little head that disappears quickly . foam retention on the sides of the glass though . smell is rather subtle actually for the hop taste i would would expect more however i would never hold it against this beer . taste is loaded with grapefruit and citrus . very mellow and smooth finish . slight hop bitterness that smooths out . not very carbonated but in a great way i could easily session these . they are the perfect summer ipa an a great east coast offering . i always considered this the sleeper ipa most do not know about .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a oz . bottle into a tulip glass . a clear light amber color with over one finger of persistent eggshell foam head that slowly diminishes to a solitary iceberg . heavy lacing remains on the glass . s intense volatile pine fresh grass lightly toasted bread a very attractive yet clean smell . t begins dry dominated early by toasted grain but featuring only muted even timid floral and grassy hop flavors . a mineral quality emerges in a middle that periodically finds itself devoid of any noteworthy flavor . aromatic hops return in the moderately bitter finish while the mineral flavor carries though . m thin viscosity wet but also slightly sticky on the palate with moderate carbonation . d this ipa is a lightweight when it comes to taste featuring a flavor profile that just ca n t live up to the remarkable smell . clean flavor qualities are taken too far at times with only the finish really representing the style faithfully . among its peers ranger is boring an ipa with training wheels . the flavors will vanish completely in the company of assertive food flavors . it is genuinely appealing to sniff and to gaze upon though .,aroma,0.9,1
color me surprised that this is a stout at all and then an ris . what . weird . but hey it s all good . i m not giving this great scores across the board even though i really enjoyed drinking it . still it s not a stout like the bottle says or an ris like this site says . no way . my biggest beef with it is the color opacity . it s a really deep and dark amber . and not opaque . i mean with black stout in the name i m waiting for something that s really black . no chance . i hold my glass up to the light and i see color through it . besides the beer is dark reddish brown . not black . low head . big ipa nose . big old ale taste tons of smoother sweeter dark malts . caramel . hints of chocolate and coffee but only hints . alas with a thin and watery mouthfeel . more like a normal stout i suppose . but with that big sweet flavor and all of those hops which i did n t mention but which are everywhere i expect more from this one .,aroma,0.9,1
this lambic poured a very hazy pale lime green . the pure white fluffy head looked like snow had fallen on a green apple tree . the smell of grannysmith apple and candied sugar . the taste was the same as the nose except at the finish some good tart apple rhine gives a good semi dry finish . the last lingering quality felt like you had a greenapple jollyrancher .,aroma,1.0,1
a a brown body with nice ruby highlights around the edges . a kinda small creamy light brown head was present . nice lacing s this is a great smelling beer . loads of roasted coffee and espresso beans . milk chocolate is lingering as well t the taste is just a bit off from the aroma . the coffee flavor is definitely present from start to finish . a sweetness is added as well . like coffee with a touch of cream . there is a more roasted flavor present on the palate . the finish is bittersweet being highlighted by the roasted coffee beans and milk chocolate flavor m medium bodied . creamy from the nitro . a great long lasting flavor d this is not for people who do n t like coffee . a great coffee presence throughout the entire beer . the body never gets too heavy and only being . it s highly drinkable . i m happy cigar city is available in pa now,aroma,1.0,1
the beer pours a yellow color and smells of lemons . however it tastes like someone at cricket hill was trying to make a clone of mikes hard lemonade and failed miserably . not that mikes is any good either but given a choice between the two i would go with mikes . if i had never had a good shandy before this one this beer would have completely turned me off to the style forever . the beers only saving grace is the smell is pretty good but that hardly makes up for the terrible taste .,aroma,0.6,1
a pinkish brown white head that dissipates quickly s raspberries with a notable malty underbody t raspberries again less noticeable tart malt still here m light heavy on the carbonation but not too much d the interplay of carbonation and the maltiness is a nice balance,aroma,0.8,1
this is labeled as an imperial stout brewed with black pepper vanilla and tea . appearance poured from the . oz swingcap bottle into a snifter . the beer is a pure black color even when held to light and is topped with a quickly dissipating finger thick tan head . smell vanilla is immediately evident as is a woody character . bittersweet chocolate is evident as is a tobacco richness underneath that may be coming from the tea added . finally some hops show up for a fleeting moment and spiced fruit finishes things out . this is one seriously complex aroma . taste surprisingly the tea flavor jumps out first and it is very sweet somewhat fruity and not an altogether pleasant introduction to the tastebuds . very shocking first taste but once you get used to it things seem to get better . fruity flavors become more and more pronounced revealing raspberry and sweet cherry flavors and the beer progresses along the tongue . the huge almost overbearing sweetness carries through the finish leaving a slightly milk chocolatey flavor in the mouth . no hops to be found in this sugary bomb . mouthfeel a bit thin but the right amount of carbonation and a smooth finish . my final thoughts were what the hell did i just drink . this was a great workout for the nose and tastebuds but unfortunately the whole thing just did n t come together very well . maybe with some age it might work but i doubt it . i do n t think i ll be picking this one up again .,aroma,0.9,1
the one eyed god on the label lifts up the object that is this beer s namesake . maybe you have a tipple or two lying around your house . pours jet black and maintains a handsome brown head . as the beer warms pleasant roasted malts with mesquite wood aromas are present . savor this one and do n t drink it too cold . the taste intense molasses and chocolate malts . boozy but not too hot . my bottle had excellent carbonation . overall very balanced very enjoyable . though clearly in the ris camp the style listed on the label is dark norse ale .,aroma,0.7,1
appearance opaque black pour forms up three fingers of dark mocha head . much lacing on the glass as it fades and holds at a thin but solid cover . aroma some light oak mingled with toasted grain oak coming out much more as it sets up . no sign of any chocolate though . taste good roasty grains dark chocolate and the oak all in concert . the swallow shows some abv enhanced by the cayenne . nice finish warm chocolatey with the oak . lots to enjoy here . mouthfeel very smooth a nice big body slightly muted carbonation . drinkability a great brew . at length the oak tends to dominate likely assisted by the cayenne . i would have liked to picked up a little more of the chocolate but still this one s a keeper .,aroma,0.7,1
deep golden orange in colour with abundant eggshell foam that laces patchily . intense aroma of pumpkin vanilla brown sugar and pie crust . sweet and malty bursting with pumpkin flavour as well as vanilla cookie dough and an earthy bitterness in the finish . alcohol is noticeable but not overwhelming . medium bodied with fine carbonation that makes it feel soft and fluffy in the mouth . i like pumpkin beer but only in small doses . a er of dfh punk for example took a few months for me to finish last year . considering this is like pumpkin beer on steroids this was shockingly easy to drink . i was worried i would fatigue on it part way through but there was no such problem . i do n t think i ll be rushing out to buy more but i could see this being a nice treat once every autumn .,aroma,1.0,1
i had this beer for the first time at a place in carlisle pa called market cross pub . it s a beer bar in the town where i went to college and they had this stuff on tap around christmas so i gave it a try . they would n t serve it in normal pint glasses due to the high abv only eight or ten oz . not sure which exactly glasses that looked like snifters . maybe they were snifters i m not sure . anyway the first time i drank it was on tap . it looked nice in the glass a dark garnet red with the light making it seem to glow . it had an ever so slight head but really not much at all . the little there was left some lacing on the glass but not much . the smell was very much like cherries and very warm and sweet . i think it smelled pretty good out of the tap but if sweet cherries are n t your thing you d probably think otherwise . the taste matched the smell pretty thick cherry taste maybe with a tiny hint of chocolate . very sweet warm flavor . heavy mouthfeel . almost like a thick heavy viscous glass of cherry wine but with light carbonation . i am not really into thick and heavy beers so this was n t a strong side of the brew for me . drinkability was decent considering the abv is and that this stuff is very sweet and heavy . i did a few of them just hanging out at the bar which yielded a nice buzz . overall this stuff is good out of the tap on a nice cold crisp winter night . not the sort of thing i d want sitting in the summer heat .,aroma,0.9,1
reviewing this on my fourth bottle . appearence an opaque reddish orange color . two fingers of head with an aggressive pour . the head itself is foamy and clings to the glass . appears to have low carbonation . smell nutmeg and gourd right away . smells sweet and sugary . very faint cinnamon and other spices . no noticeable fruit notes . light malt . taste light gourd and pumpkin are noticeable . sweet and sugary . quite viny and stem like in its taste . the spice does not translate well to the taste . instead of cinnamon or nutmeg i just taste sugar . mouth feel and overall light bodied and far too sweet . in my opinion not enough spice or pumpkin taste . fizzy on the roof of your mouth . a bit skunk overall . not my top pumpkin ale by a long shot .,aroma,0.7,1
feb bottling . abv . pours into my bruery snifter a deep honey color . lots of suspended particulate matter battles with copious carbonation bubbles . a three finger white head forms and quickly turns into a frothy lacing with only a thin skin atop the beer . delicious aroma a combination of sweet honey light resin fleeting citrus and a subtle powdery pear apple fruitiness . yeah . sadly the palate does n t deliver the way the sinuses did . softly spicy with a touch of light fruits and a slight bitterness at the end there s really not much going on in the mouth though i guess this is technically style crroect . i was just expecting so much after those long luxurious sniffs . the alcohol is craftily submerged beneath the taste so watch out . texture is smooth and soft with a little dryness on the finish . some alcohol warming in the belly . just right . overall a very easy drinking beer of the style though stronger than it seems at first . much better than the vintage reviewed below . jan bottle consumed on . pours a clear dark honeyed brown into a tulip glass . a fine persistent off white head two fingers high forms immediately despite a careful pour . copious amounts of bubbles rise through the brew . the aroma has that brown sugar yeast and spice cinnamon . character i associate with belgian ales . mouthfeel is smooth almost creamy . flavors explode out of this one . big and malty with a black pepper bite . serious astringency and alcohol bite round this one out before a lingering yeast and black pepper finish . substantial . app sm . tst . mth drnk .,aroma,1.0,1
it s kind of funny how no one can hate beer as much as a beer snob . this hefe comes from a brewery whose name can be easily pronounced by an american speaker and as such is approached with disdain and apprehension . if this were pfaffleschlutzelbraenhiemer brothers hefeweizen i suspect this beer would be more favorably received . served in a chilled pint glass with a slice of lemon this beer manages to be refreshing without sacrificing its beer ness . for those who demand aggressive hops in their beer this beer will fall short . its all wheat and the faintest essence of fruitiness . there is no hoppiness at all . for those of us in the pacific northwest located oddly enough on the east side of the pacific this is a session beer that is a qualitative leap above and beyond the chteaux de pabst that is so popular here . there are better hefeweizens to be had . some are hoppier but the existence of superior beers dont make widmer hefeweizen a bad beer . it is simply a good beer which is not the best of its kind . this beer provides a near perfect balance between taste and price .,aroma,0.6,1
. oz bottle into a weizen glass . pours a cloudy golden straw yellow color with a huge fluffy white head . head eventually dwindles by about half but sticks around for the duration . smells of wheat banana among other fruity aromas cloves and other pepper like spices . taste is much more subdued than the nose . some wheat flavor and a hint of banana but not much else . no sign of the cloves or other spiciness that was in the nose . lower carbonation than other beers of the same style make the body feel medium with an almost creamy like finish . light enough for multiple pints . that being said i d rather move on to something a bit more flavorful . appearance and aroma were right on for the style but the taste was lacking a bit .,aroma,0.8,1
pours a very dark brown murky with no head . some bubbles on the outside . smells of cinnamon rolls predominant oak very bready some dark fruits raisins in particular some bourbon unbelievably complex . tastes of sweet caramel breadiness with dark fruit undertones . a nice wave of breadiness follows with something slightly funky cheesy almost . virtually no bitterness just a touch at the end very sweet . ends with a very nice wave of chocolate roastiness with some oak and bourbon . almost no carbonation nice sweet mouthfeel alcohol is scary hidden . a very interesting beer lots of complexities . the cheesy funk was something i could n t get past perhaps it was a combination of oak and some other flavor that tasted off . i would also have loved a bit more carbonation this beer was almost flat . that said i was blown away by the different flavors that passed over my tongue with every sip one after another incredibly complex . a very sweet beer and a treat careful of the alcohol dangerously hidden .,aroma,0.9,1
this was a christmas gift from my friends sister . sweet . poured right down the middle of a seven ounce taster glass . big black body on this with just a thin layer of mocha colored foam that s gone just as soon as it shows up . the aroma is pretty intense . booze before anything else . after getting past that wall i detect the expected coffee aroma with a sweet black licorice scent finishing out with earthy tobacco and leather . i d say it works well and smells nice but it s certainly in your face . licorice right up front but too much of it . molasses to follow but again too much of it . coffee flavor is hard to detect but it s there hardly . and let s top it off with hot alcohol . yikes . this one is just way to sweet for me . it may be great for some but for me i m less than impressed . if it were n t for the sweetness this would be fine i know the beer is named sweet horizon but too much is too much . feels alright kind of like a stout should but i just ca n t say the mouthfeel is good when my taste buds are being offended the way this one does . way too sweet . i ca n t finish this tiny bottle . i m glad it was a gift .,aroma,0.7,1
pint from naja s place the head took up half the glass with the first hand pump i knew it was going to be good after that the beer was almost hot when i got it it seems all cask beers are now though coffee beans help the bitterness of this beer out and give it a nice sweet finish worth checking out but only available here at stone world bistro supposedly,aroma,0.6,1
on the whole i enjoy dogfish head brews . what i like about them the most is the wide variety of styles and the brew master not being afraid to step outside the box as soon as i opened the bottle i knew there was going to be something different . i did not really enjoy the aroma . when i took my first sip i wasnt sure what i was in for . to me there was a bit of an overload on the spices . the pronounced taste of tea also threw me a bit . i did like the hint of juniper but i has expected more . its a beer for spice lovers who want something different .,aroma,0.4,0
this is a great beer . pours thick and almost black with a slight tan head . the aromas are sweet and malty with hints of caramel and vanilla . this beer has a nice smoky flavor with hints of toffee and vanilla . this will definitely be going on my favorite beers list .,aroma,1.0,1
this was tasted in a pilsener glass from the bottle . there is a good golden color with poor head retention . this beer makes you suspect that the color might be artificial . it smells every so slightly hoppy but there are no presence of malts . you can defeinetly smell that skunk though . again the taste is skunk . this overpowers and other hops or malts . the beer is watery but there is good carbonation . this could be artificial too though . maybe if this beer was cold enough your tastebuds cold be numbed enough just to enjoy a buzz .,aroma,0.2,0
brown bottle ml size corked caged . pours a clear honey amber colour topped by a big pillowy white head that retains very well leaves pently of lace behind . thin streams of carbonation climb swiftly to the surface . head eventually thins to that lasts all the way to the bottom . nose is predominately light brown sugar and a hint of ginger . sweet a bit of fruit brown sugar basmati rice flavour actually comes through a spicy hit of ginger to finish it off . the yeast pour makes it spicier adds a somewhat citrusy flavour . medium body soft with prickly carbonation . pretty unique exotic . strangely drinkable but it definitely belongs with food .,aroma,0.6,1
appearance a pretty aggressive pour produced very little head which boiled down to none after a few seconds . the color is a very nice dark iced tea brown slightly darker and more red tinted than what you would find in a newcastle . smell the smell was very disappointing definitely the weakest attribute of this beer . it has the classic generic beer smell with some sweet slightly roasted malts thrown in . taste after smelling the beer i was not expecting much as far as taste goes . however i was pleasantly surprised . during the sip you get very little taste as you swallow you start to get some nutty overtones then a mellow yet deep roasted maltiness . the aftertaste is all nuts . you get pecans but i found a strong almond character as well . mouthfeel the mouthfeel is light yet works well for the style . carbonation is there but not overpowering or fizzy . overall this is a good beer . it is not great by any means and definitely has its faults . overall it does live up to its name as the nutty character is definitely there . my only complaints are the beer s macro y characteristics without them this would be a great beer .,aroma,0.4,0
purchased as part of a six pack of bottles poured into a pint glass . pours a nice amber colour with about a half finger head that seems to want to stick around . a fair bit of lacing . medium to fast carbonation . this has got to be one the best smelling ipa s out there . a multitude of sweet fruits come to mind as well as an underlying hoppiness . it is a lot to take in . now this is an ipa . the fruity and hoppy flavours balance out perfectly to leave a tasty dry almost graperuit esque finish which is just fantastic . this beer packs a mighty punch . muskoka was not afraid to go all out on this one and i could n t be happier . probably my favourite brewery in ontario right now .,aroma,1.0,1
vintage oz bottle poured into snifter . a pours a rich deep mahogany with barely any head . settles into an earthy brown with no opacity . s not much of a nose on this . ethanol some roasted malts hops and citrus . t what the nose lacks is more than made up for by the taste . very dry with hops alcohol taking the forefront . the aftertaste consists of citrus and dark fruit . m very thick creamy and resiny . carbonation is quite strong and could perhaps benefit from a year or two in the cellar to mellow . d at . and almost calories this is definitely a one or two kinda beer although the alcohol is not exactly in your face . i ve got three in the cellar and look forward to tasting these at month intervals . very nice if you are a fan of the style .,aroma,0.6,1
oz pour from a tasting glass at rehoboth beach l cloudy amber . ca n t see through to the other side . pour is absolutely too cold but we re at the source here . i m concerned already that they are trying to numb my taste buds for what s incoming . s crisp booze destroys all . until the hops kick in at the back . reminds me of samael s . my nostrils have been sanitized . this much is for sure . t booze . fading into straight isopropyl alcohol with the tiniest hint of hops . before the booze kicks back in . blech . f astringent in your mouth . scope has a less obnoxious mouth feel than this . d sip was enough . in a lifetime of sipping . i m not sure i could have made it through my oz pour .,aroma,0.7,1
love all of cw pack releases and have heard this compared to hopslam . . . . a golden and transparent . little head that leaves quickly . s i get some sweet hop fruitiness here but more malt than hops . this is interesting but nice . i hope the ibus come forward in the taste . t here are the hops . grassy hops . a deninite double ipa up front with sweet malt and bitterness only in the back . i can see where some may taste a bit of hopslam in this but it does n t live up to it . the bitterness lingers but not overwhelming . also a touch of alcohol which fits nicely in this beer . m nice low carbonation and residual sweetness . d this is very smooth sweet and drinkable . a nice beer for cw . i would buy this again but wo n t seek it out . there is some sweetness but i d like to increase hops in the nose .,aroma,0.6,1
the head fades away rather quickly but not completely . there is a nice thin layer of off brown head to make this beer look pretty good . the beer is completely black . ah the darker the beer the sweeter the juice right . well i think so . the beer looked a little thin when i was pouring it but looks can be deceiving . a faint chocolate coffee and sweet aroma . there is also a little roast aroma . a nice complex aroma . the beer smells pretty good but there a more pungent stouts out there . i wonder if it is still brewed with starbucks coffee . nice roast coffee and chocolate taste . i am gon na have to let this warm up to get everything . i am noticing a nice roast flavor in the aftertaste . the flavor is nice and complex . the beer is too thin . i did n t like this part . i noticed it as i was pouring it . i do n t like the abv . . please give me a stout with a rough alcohol taste . it mixes well with the roast and coffee . i am not kidding about that . i love them like that . the sweet chocolate flavor comes through a lot as the beer warms up . this beer has a nice subtle and complex aroma . the flavor is the best part of the beer . nice and complex flavor that has the smoke roast flavor along with the coffee and chocolate . i love how this beer keeps my tastebuds guessing . overall pretty good brew .,aroma,0.9,1
underrated imo i really enjoyed this unbalanced beauty . a single fingered brown head with decent retention fading into a thin film atop this black brew . some lacing . s molasses and bourbon lots of bourbon . rich chocolate malts and coffee accompanied by notes of vanilla and dark fruits . t bourbon aged or infused . do n t think i have ever tasted a beer with such a strong bourbon flavor before . like i said not balanced other flavors follow the smell almost exactly but are more subtle than anticipated . m medium bodied nice burn from the booze dry . o i would gladly except this again in the future .,aroma,1.0,1
thanks to mr. nagano for muling this from nz to japan for me . a transparent slightly hazy copper body with a pure white thin head . s bold and beautiful malt and hop aroma . t mild bitterness follows the bread crusty malt . very clearly dry hopped though the bottle says late hopped pale ale . m a little thin on the mouthfeel and a residual sweetness bring down this beer . d i sent word to the bros. that this should be relabled . after reading rastaman s review i might agree with pale ale but can pale ales be dry hopped . enjoyable but nothing to write home about .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a cl bottle into a la chouffe tulip . appearance is very nice a hazy straw color with a fingers worth of white head which seems to linger a long time . smell is fairly muted some lemon some belgian yeast . this is really the only fault with the beer . wish the smell was more pronounced . taste is quite citrusy . mostly lemon but also a nice coriander spiciness . a nice bready malt undertone really brings this one together . overall taste is complex and full . very pleasant on the palate . highly carbonated yet smooth mouthfeel . no hint of the at all . taste lingers on your palate for quite a while . very easy drinking dare i say refreshing beer . it s january in maine but i could easily put down a couple of these in the summer .,aroma,0.6,1
poured from a bottle into a standard pint glass . appearance pours a cloudy orangish amber color with just a layer of fluffy off white head that leaves a ring around the edge of the glass . smell quite sweet hints of fruit and a bit metallic with a hint of tomato . not a lot of hops here . taste much better than the smell . there is a sweetness that strikes me as kind of odd . a bit fruity and also malty . there is some citrus peel hop bitterness with a bitter finish . the sweetness and bitterness do n t seem to want to work together . mouthfeel medium body with very mild carbonation and a dry finish . hardly any carbonation here . overall not a huge fan of this one . there was an odd sweetness in the flavor that i did n t love . the alcohol is well hidden . still really like this brewery .,aroma,0.4,0
i do n t like to stereotype but pacifico is the absolute definiton of a mexican lager . however pacifico is a strange one to describe . i picked up a pack of pacifico for cinco de mayo so my expectation we re basically non existant . here s what i thought . the appearance was a yellowish copper colored lager hue that is very reminiscant of a corona . nothing out of the ordinary here . the smell was pretty nasty . definately the low point of this one . like many before me have said it smelled like pretty skunky hops and basically nothing else . if you are critical on a beer based primarily on smell stay far far away from this one . the taste was n t amazing but it did the job . it surprisingly goes well with mexican cuisine as well as burgers . the taste is somewhere in between watered down versions of corona and budweieser which is bizzare but truthful . believe it or not it does n t really taste as bad as people make it out to be . although it is definately watered down to an extent it still has a bit of taste to it . the mouthfeel was about the same but with a bit of a bitter quality to it . there s really nothing else to say about the mouthfeel besides the recognition of it being average . there are a lot better mexican beers out there but there are without a doubt far worse . the drinkability was actually decent . it s one of those beers where you can throw a few back and not think anything of it . despite all it s imperfect and pecuiliar features it actually goes down pretty smoothly . it s a brew that will do the job for you when your celebrating cinco de mayo enjoying mexican cuisine or just enjoying some bbq on a warm summer day . overall not good but not too bad at all . the average joe of mexican beers .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a very murky orange color and had no head with a normal pour . it smells fruity and hoppy but the flavor seemed to be actually sweet with a tad bit of hops . the body was thin and weak . kind of gross for a pale ale . maybe i had a bad bottle in the mixed pack i bought . i am afraid to take a chance on a full six pack however . i would hate to dump a whole sixer out .,aroma,0.8,1
ml bottle . batch nr . mindst holdbar til feb . gorgeous near still ruby brown pour . nearly opaque save for some copper brown glints around the edges . a good dose of acetobacter stings the nostrils . red wine vinegar a hint of tart cherries brown sugar and vanilla round out the nose . warming brings out the red wine oak tannins . smells absolutely inviting . flavor falls woefully short of the aroma . very mild . i was hoping for more . very light oak tannin a hint of lighter red wine beaujolais nouveau . very little acetic . not overly tart and little in the way of sour . the smallest hint of wine soaked oak up front but by mid palate back the beer turns quite watery . light to medium bodied . slightly watery and chalky texture leading to a bland and nondescript finish . upon nosing i though this was going to be rather stellar but the lack of flavor and the watery palate killed it for me . oh well . thanks mikkel .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance got a ton of smoke out the the top which was like awesome then i poured it and the head fizzed away faster than a soda would . clear copper deep orange body that had lots of bubbles in it but they too would leave me in only a few mins . smell pumpkin with some nutmeg maybe a bit of brown sugar and cinnamon . taste less spice than in the nose its just a truck load of pumpkin all the way . the only thing i can pick out is a bit of brown sugar and cinnamon but the pumpkin just overwhelms that so much . mouthfeel smooth and light bodied no dryness on this one at all which is nice for it being out in oct . overall i just wish that this beer tasted more like it smells but that might just be me being a fan of spicy beers . that said go grab one and see for yourself .,aroma,0.8,1
consumed at the fox and hounds studio city ca . deep orangey copper color with a bright white head made up of fine tiny bubbles . very clear . aroma is mild to put it mildly . a little caramel a touch of yeasty bread and a hint of banana . . . . flavor has some citrus bitterness and sourness from hops up front . juicy . caramel malts with a hint of toffee bring up the rear . a moderate bitterness lingers on the palate . simple and refreshing and well done all round .,aroma,0.6,1
pours a nice fizzy straw color very clear with only a little head the aroma is that typically lightly skunked imported european green bottled lager smell . the freshness date says i have until . . so no hurry . other than that it s herbal hops and malt and not much more . the taste is a nice sweet juicy bready pale malt against a zesty saaz hop flavor with a touch of lemongrass . nice clean finish . not overly bitter mildly spicy in the aftertaste . medium to light body with decent carbonation . yeah it s a good enough beer and i ll bet it really shines when fresh but it s not something i see myself rushing back to drink again .,aroma,0.4,0
revising this review after having this one about six times so far loving it every time . i ve had lots of oz bottles and now a oz bomber . no changes to my ratings tho . average or slightly better looking . a nice red color which is mostly clear . it did n t produce much head or lacing but it s still not bad to look at . smell is super fruity sweetness excellent complexities including wood vanilla and a bit of alcohol . taste is an explosion of goodness . very mid to dark fruity . a nice mixture of maltiness and earthiness also adds to the distinct and delicious flavor of this barleywine . almost a wine like quality . smooth yet strongly alcoholic and wet sweet with a lingering fruitiness . the alcohol is n t really noticed in the taste or feel much but obviously warms on the way down . drinks great . highly flavorful and smooth downright delicious in every way . a true shining star amongst barleywines . i love that barleywines come in oz bottles as that s the size that i d prefer to have this style of beer in . great job on this one . from the bomber it was more cloudy even with a careful pour but otherwise looked the same . i still prefer the oz size if only because oz is a bit more barelywine than i d usually drink on my own . however the bomber of this stuff was quite easy to finish because it s so good .,aroma,1.0,1
muddy amber with a bubbly head . the aroma is what one might expect from a northwest ipa . it has plenty of citrus hop character and only a rumor of malt . the flavor is very bitter and seems unbalanced . do n t get me wrong i love in your face hoppy beers but this seems to have a bit too much hop bitterness . hop flavor is also less than stellar with white grapefruit and pine but it just does not have that mouthwatering fruity character that i dig so much in most super hoppy ipas . medium body with a very dry finish . seems fairly drinkable but i can think of other beers of this style that i would prefer to session .,aroma,0.8,1
sip and type wow this is a great idea . yum . poured cold into the glass . nice dark color tight brown tinged white head . the head dies down quickly . aroma is fabulous even at this temperature . hop forward which i was n t expecting although now that i think about it why would n t lagunitas have a nice hoppy beer . . i let it warm up as i sip slowly . malt and grains come through strongly . getting a nice lace pattern down the glass . now that i m at the keyboard it s the perfect temperature but half gone which means the bitterness is intensified more so than when cold and the aromas are out of this world . delicious . well worth the canadian that i paid for it .,aroma,1.0,1
looks like hot fudge opaque dark brown with a big mocha head that lasts and leaves nice lacing . just like all the other reviews it smells of cocoa roasted toasted chocolate dark fruit and i anticipate the heavy alcohol . tastes much like the smell and is very tasty but the alcohol bite is hot and this does need a year or two to mellow the f out . i think the flavors would be better served without the heat of the booze though i did n t really struggle to finish my glass .,aroma,0.6,1
the beer pours a slightly hazy golden . there is almost no carbonation visible but there was a nice white head that did not last for long . the smell is creamy a little citrus lemony . this is a medium bodied beer with a creamy mouthfeel to it . the start is a little sweet and crisp the middle is where you catch a little lemon and then a slight hoppy bitterness at the end . the bitterness lingers a little while on the tongue .,aroma,0.8,1
i m new to the craft beer world . wine is my first passion . but since it s summertime i ve been drinking more beer and have been quite impressed with the quality of crafty beers out there if only i did n t live on the upper east side of nyc where you do n t get much of a beer selection at the supermarkets and delis . i was not a big fan of this beer i enjoy ipa s but this one seemed all hops and nothing else . i can see that this beer is very well reviewed on this site but for my palate it just did n t do the trick,aroma,0.8,1
the head is low and white no lacing . the liquid is a bit cloudy and the colour gold with a hint of orange . the smell is light and somewhat earthy with some bitter hints and a touch of fabric . the taste is light and malty with a mild sweetness . the character is rather weak . some bitter flowery notes and hints of ripe apples . the aftertaste got a growing malt sweetness and hints of vegetables . the carbonation is mild . small mild bubbles . medium smooth liquid . well a below average helles this one . lacks character .,aroma,0.4,0
looks like corn juice smells like corn juice tastes like corn juice . welcome to the world of cheap macros . . . but probably between pbr and bud light pbr being the higher in the chain of shitty beers . i do n t know what a banquet beer is but apparently coors is the creme de la creme of them according to their slogan . .therefore i will never attend another banquet in my life .,aroma,0.4,0
pours very dark brown to black with dark tan head . though not a ton of head developed maybe due to the odd pour of the ceramic bottle what was there was steadfast and slow to recede leaving a mask of lacing on the glass . deep chocolote caramel raison fig and nuts in the aroma . taste is strikingly bitter and the mouthfeel was a bit watery . the bitterness creeps even more as you drink pretty well burying the fig date and caramel notes after a few sips . while i enjoy them i m not a huge fan of irs s but if i were to compare to version i do enjoy like abyss or stone irs this is not very impressive at all . the mouthfeel is too thin the bitterness is out of whack and the beer just comes across unbalanced . at a pop to boot this was a major letdown .,aroma,0.8,1
a brassy copper hue very translucent . capped with a nice white head and good lace . s slightly sweet and caramelized with a non specific bitter balance and a bit of minerality . t lots of mineral flavor some sweetness and a sharp grassy bitterness that lingers on the finish . very good example of the style . m the feel is lighter of body creamy and sharply bitter on the finish . really good again . o this beer is shockingly good i just got it for the tick but damn it is a home run for the style,aroma,0.6,1
of daily reviewed beers in honor of craft beer week poured into a pint glass a terribly fancy looking bottle . gentle pour yields finger head with poor retention more please . deep brown liquid with burgundy hints . s chocolate peanut fruit raisin . rich but it took me a while to pinpoint exactly what this reminded me of then it hit me hazelnut . slight banana and clove t sweet with a touch of savory almost like li hing mui . a lot like rogue hazelnut brown . has the same aftertaste as semi sweet chocolate chips . delicious . m a little dry same after feel as ghirardelli semi sweet chocolate chips . d high despite the high abv . tasty so i m glad it is a big bottle and i m the only one drinking it .,aroma,1.0,1
unfortunately this review is similar to some of the others . served out of a bottle poured into pint glass . appearance with the yeast un disturbed look similar to any other macro . with disturbing the yeast looked just like every other white ale cloudy with yeasty swirls nice bleach white head that dissipates quickly . smell smell was actually worse than expected . had a very mild skunky aroma . taste no real over powering citrus taste like most other white ales . mild citrusy pine aftertase . for some reason before the swallow it reminded me a little of snow . you know when you were a kid and made a big ball of snow to eat rather than throw . has a minor hint of ginger they must have sprinkled on the snow ball before stuffing it into the bottle although nothing like the great lakes christmas ale or the sierra nevada celebration ale kind of ginger . mouthfeel good mouthfeel not too carbonated just right . drinkablility i m a fan of whites so this is pretty drinkable to me i m on my th now and could easily do a couple more . not high abv at all great session beer .,aroma,0.4,0
ahhh the nights are getting cooler and it s finally time for fall brews . i picked this up at walmart to get into the season . this one pours a deep crystal clear red orange with a one and a half finger foamy head that eventually settles to a haze over the brew . soap sud lace washes over the glass when swirled . there really is n t much of a nose . suprising considering the spiced nature of this beer . it smells lagery to me . .a bit musty . there is not very much of the pumpkin and spice aromas that i was expecting . smells slightly sweet . maybe some caramel . the taste is somewhat more powerfull than the weak smell . i taste hints of caramel only a little pumpkin and the vaguest hint of cinnamon . there is a stale or musty cheapo lager ish quality to this pumpkin ale that detracts from the flavor . this beers strong point is the finish which is very caramely sweet clean and very slightly drying . there is a actually a stronger pumkin flavor in the aftertaste than there is in the actual sip . this one is watery weak and pretty mundane . i think that non bas would get a kick out of this one as it is not very complex or overwhelming . it does n t really taste like pumpkins spices or ale for that matter . but it was under six bucks for a sixer so i ca n t really complain .,aroma,0.4,0
a black body shows hints of dark brown . light tan head with decent retention . s very heavy on the mint with some alcohol and roasted malt . smells like a peppermint patty . t initial punch of mint followed by chocolate malt . unlike the aroma the flavor is more restrained and id describe it as a cocoa mint leaf combination . fruity bourbon jumps in midway and lingers through the finish contributing a little tangyness . coffee is was n t all that apparent to me . m medium bodied with rough carbonation . rather choppy for the style . overall this isnt bad but id prefer it heavier with a bigger malt base . also the mint and bourbon didnt really work well together in my opinion . worth a try if you re looking for something unusual especially at oz but probably a one and done for me .,aroma,0.8,1
i admit to some prejudice against fruit in my beer . so i gave this three tries before reviewing . i am still basically against fruit in my beer . this is a very nice looking beer pouring a light golden color with a little greenish hue or is that my imagination . it had a lot of carbonation and a big head . the smell is the expected apple smell . i have granny smith apples in my house year round so this was evocative of that . so was the taste which for me is a problem . it is obviously a well brewed beer but i ca n t get past the apple flavor . i shudder to think what the black currant ephemere is like . it has a nice refreshing mouthfeel so i would n t hesitate to have another if someone was offering but i would n t go looking for it .,aroma,0.9,1
samuel adams triple bock . oz blue bottle into stemmed tulip vintage saw this one at the local and thought i d have a go at this infamous beer . still as night dark brown syrup no head . i managed to keep any chunks from entering the glass by chilling thoroughly . there is a thick brown coating in the bottle . smells like a weird kahlua cocoa dominates with a smack of alcohol coffee like but missing something . smells a lot like hershey s syrup with an alcoholic backbone . yikes . hard to tell for certain what s going on here but . the cocoa is present incredibly cloying sweetness tart almost . i think this beer just stained my counter this beast is thick too thick for me to drink . i m taking a pass .,aroma,0.7,1
nice goldened beer with big full creamy head . kristal clear as advertised . bananas and more bananas followed by some clove . great weizen aroma . alas the flavor must have been filtered away . there is a faint undertone of spices but a metalic taste does come through . the beer is full bodied clean and refreshing enough to be passable . i am a fan of the schonfferhofer orange lable standard weizen . i have no problem with a cloudy beer if it has good character and the orange lable has plenty character . it is somehow lost in the kristal version . maybe the clarifying process cuts a little too deep . overall not a bad beer but just not up to the breweries full capabilities . liter brown bomb . one month left on freshness date . bought and drank within breweries region . standard weizen glass used .,aroma,0.8,1
bottle . dark brown a bit shiny no head . the nose is phenomenal one of the best smelling beers ive had sweet molasses bourbon brown sugar . the taste isnt as bursting as the nose a little flat but outstanding brown sugar and molasses the finish is a bit too oaky with smoke a small complaint but still great . try this,aroma,1.0,1
hazy reddish amber in color . a little bit of foam that lingers . the smell was a bit bitter the only part i did n t like too much . the taste was very satisfying bready malt predominates with a bit of citrusy herbal hops . not very carbonated the way i like it . very drinkable . i was very pleasantly surprised . i like this style in general and i d rate this example near the top .,aroma,0.6,1
shared by heyta at the brick store in july . i caught the end of the bottle once i arrived at the bottle share . thanks for the sample mark . a cloudy and ruddy looking with a short lacy head . this is likely due to roused yeast at the end of the bottle which i think is common for redbud was getting that in my bottle of cuvee three as well . s the aroma initially reminded me of kentucky monk a very fine compliment . fruity belgian yeast mingles with sweet bourbon . quite oaky with notion of golden raisin . nice stuff . t sweet bourbon is the first thing you notice . this gains in sweetness and oak which makes me think of white rum as well . the flavor is light but spicy compliments of the yeast . there s some orange peel to be found as well compliments of the hops maybe . the finish was bitter though more than i d like . m sweet and smooth . o very good brew here . redbud is making some interesting stuff for sure .,aroma,0.9,1
poured from a bomber into my ommegang snifter . this is a cellard bottle . poured pitch black not rigerous but not gentle . finger brown fluffy head leaving super thick clumps of lace on the glass . this is probably the thickest lace i ve come across on a beer leading to a . on appearance . smell is chocolate toasted grain coffee sweet cream mild vanilla with a hint of alcahol . upfront its thick and creamy with a bit more carbonation . rich roasted chocolate malt character . through the middle the sweetness drops out . dry in finish with a zesty hop linger . very smooth all the way through with a faint cry at the finish from the alcahol . the head on this beer is awsome as is the thick clumps of lace . imho its the beers greatest attribute . but the beer is damn fine as well . this is not ment as a stab but just a highlight of how great the retention head and lace are .,aroma,0.7,1
the beer pours a bit hazy with little to no head but provides some nice lacing around the glass . the scent is overly malty and earthy . the taste is sweet with an earthy hop taste . mouthfeel is light and it goes down smooth . overall a decent beer that would make an excellent session beer .,aroma,0.4,0
from bottle . nice carbonation and color . poured with a moderate head for a lambic . aromas are nice sweet raspberry and syrup . mouthfeel is ok . however flavor is disappointing . syrup and artificial raspberry even though i m sure it s natural right . the flavor is completely underwhelming . this beer is more chapeau banana than even lindeman s framboise . i d like to taste the base beer without the fruit . hugely disappointing . thank god for cantillon girardin drie fonteinen et . al . there should be a clearer designation between authentic fruit lambics and these sodas especially when you can buy authentic quality lambic for the same expensive price .,aroma,0.8,1
this beer makes no excuses or outlandish promices on the label so i wo n t try to sugarcoat either . from frat boys everywhere to high school kids with no job this is a staple of young drinking life yes it is cheap and maybe a little to light def . the lightest light beer ever for my taste but my friend let me tell ya . it will get ya drunk .,aroma,0.2,0
i bought this because i had the baladin al iksir which was pretty good . however i believe i my first swig was from a bottle that sat in the sun on the dock on the way over here . so i try again and maybe i was tainted from the first but just did n t do it for me . my italian better things in life buddy loved it i traded bottles for two oliva v cigars . sorry just seemed like an expensive waste of time .,aroma,0.7,1
sundog from new holland poured a copper amber body . the head was white but was just a whisp . the ale smelled of flowers honey and orange peel . sweet flavors of honey and orange marmalade started things out . bitterness showed up in the finish . sundog was light bodied with an effervecent carbonation but the finish was clean . the head was the only disappointing aspect of this beer . my description makes this beer sound sweeter than it actually was . sundog is quite balanced and clean . this would be an outstanding lawnmower beer .,aroma,0.9,1
putrid beer . poured clear brown with a ton of floaties . smallish white head . aroma was pleasant . it smelled like a bitter root beer with star anise and ginger . too bad the flavor was terrible . like a licorice beer . i think the other flavors were actually roots . earthy and sticky but in a starchy dirty way . why .,aroma,0.7,1
this one is a golden bronze with a thin head that ca n t make up its mind if its going to be rocky or creamy . the small bubbles are microscopic i just love that for no reason i can really identify . the smell is hops up front but the candi sugar comes on hard with a caramel smell that reminds me for all the world of unibroue s trois pistoles . that s a very good thing in my book btw . the taste has a grass like note which takes me by surprise and is not nearly as sweet as the smell . this is good as it lends balance . the caramel malt is there but the sugar is really subdued . odd really . the carbonation level is nice and after that its all silk not so substantial as to be chewy but definitely a smooth feel . the drinkability is good but limited by that grassy flavor . i think its the hops that are beating me over the head on this one which is strange to say the least for a quadrupel . i think this is a quad for hop heads . good . definitely good but does n t stand up to the quads i ve had from belgium for the most part .,aroma,1.0,1
i was really excited to try this beer . we do n t get lost abbey beers up here so it s nice to try the ones that make it here to me especially rarer ones like this . hand delivered by a friend from southern california who had plenty of experience with this particular brew we knew to chill it considerably before opening the bottle . we also set up a pitcher to catch the flying foam that launched out of the bottle once we were able to wrestle the cork out . after the bottle poured itself out in a huge volume of chunky foam we had to let the pitcher sit for a while as it slowly settled into a pourable liquid . once we poured the beer and i had a chance to get my nose in the glass it smelled really good . i took my first sip and thought wow this is good . each subsequent sip was worse . the best i can describe my experience is that the first half of each mouthful tasted like rotting salad . once the decaying green s flavor passed there was a delicious tart berry flavor the likes of which i ve never really tasted in a beer . this must be the flavor that everyone s focusing on when they review this beer so highly . unfortunately the recent memory of dumpster lettuce kept me from fully enjoying the second half of the flavor that lingered in the mouth after each swallow . as for the mouthfeel . chunky is never how i d describe my ideal beer but i was n t turned off by it either . i really want to think i just had a bad bottle which does n t seem unlikely given lost abbey s stellar reputation but the guys i drank it with that had tasted several others in the past did n t mention this one being any different from their other experiences . oh well . i did n t pay a dime for it and despite my disappointment i still am very grateful for having been able to give it a try and see what all the hype s about . needless to say though i wont be seeking out another .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at prime into a harpoon bbl tulip . a clear orange amber body with a finger of solid white foam . great retention but only light spotty lace . pretty good . s holy hops batman . i ve had dozens if not hundreds of sea hags before finally getting around to reviewing it and this one is hands down the hoppiest and it s awesome . everything s here from grapefruit zest to pine needles to resinous herbal nobility . intense complex and amazing . t starts off with citrus and herbal hops then transitions to a bit of caramel malt before finishing with a wave of piney bitterness . delicious . m medium bodied with a good dose of initially spiky finally smooth carbonation . not bad at all but a trifle rough . d a little harsh with the bitterness on the finish but still delectable . notes wow this particular pour from this particular keg just blew my mind . i remember hating sea hag when i first moved to new haven a few years ago but it turns out what disappointed me then was a single hop fuggles ipa necessitated by the hop shortage . centennial is now the centerpiece of this one and it s just delicious . once the weather warms up this will definitely be my go to outdoor beer . great stuff nebco . cheers .,aroma,1.0,1
oz bottle one of my parting gifts from volunteering at ebf allowed to warm slightly before being poured into my duvel tulip . espresso yeti pours night black with a tall burnt caramel head . the foam cap has the consistency of key lime pie and has crazy stamina . lacing is very good rings of foam are left stuck to the inside of the glass . it s just short of where it needs to be for a though . the nose is entirely too one dimensional though . it smells almost like straight up cold coffee with just barely a appreciable hint of dark chocolate . the beer comes across with much better balance on my palate . coffee is still the star of the show but rich dark chocolate has a much bigger presence . anise comes in in the background to further balance the beer . any kind of hint of oak or vanilla would really finish this beer off but the flavor profile as is is pretty outstanding . the body is everything you d want in an imperial stout . rich creamy and smooth . i d be willing to bet there were some oats in the grain bill . unfortunately the carbonation is a bit over the top coming across as a distraction at times . espresso yeti toes the line for how coffee forward a beer can be for me but manages not to cross it and the result is one of the better imperial stouts i ve had in a while .,aroma,0.6,1
look golden amber somewhat cloudy . very light head . smell sweet sharp impression of lemon or other citrus . taste strong but not overpowering considering its abv aftertaste is actually kind of pleasant . mouthfeel heavy good amount of carbonation much better when absolutely cold drinkability not bad for how strong it is . much more than a pack may be a little much .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a very clear pale burnt orange color with a finger off white head that shrinks to a nice layer leaving a lace down the glass . the smell reveals roasted malts with a light buttery whiff . the taste is a strong diacetyl peanut flavor that way off balance . this is one strange brew with mild hops and it is absolutely one dimensional . the mouthfeel is quite a light bodied brew and finishes thin and watery . i dont struggle finishing very many beers at all but this is one that i did . once again i appreciate pegasus sending me this beer nonetheless . cheers .,aroma,0.7,1
shamefully i caught a perch under the cap . weak . best by date of aug th but ca n t be too bad yet could it . pours a clear golden yellow color which develops a decent amount of foam and very light lacing . the aroma is of some grainy cereal corn adjuncts and some off putting dirty diaper smells . eww . not much in the way of flavor . some husky grains a bit of corn somewhat thin . hop bitterness is almost unnoticeable . pretty easy going on the tongue light to medium bodied goes down super smooth . easily drinkable but maybe could have been better when it was fresh .,aroma,0.3,0
been a while since i ve tried anything from this sherbrooke brewer . as a matter of fact this is my first time reviewing anything boqubire on ba anyways . very eager to try this warm up a little since i m freezing my ass off next to my fermenting klsch which i m trying to keep around oc f while watching the month s rd snowstorm . a watch out head alert . tons of tan head in my small snifter . pretty compact and creamy . so hazy it s opaque brownish amber . enough wispy lacing to satisfy . s smells very good . rose water and bottlecaps candy . some of the most delicate barleywine smell i ve encountered . root beer . little bit of woodiness in the back . t malt is quite heavier than advertised in the smell . alcohol too . woody finish with a tiny bit of boiled green . later with my glass close to room temperature i got this big almost disturbingly so taste of woman s perfume . ate some bread thinking it might be something that touched my mouth or lips still there . then thinking it was the glass i sipped directly from the bottle . there s definitely some crazy perfume thing going on here . a different barleywine . m big . very high carbonation with a whole lot of foaming going on . like expanding foam for insulation not that i ve ever put that stuff in my mouth . lots of body . a little sticky but still finishes kind of dry . d well . pretty good i guess . would n t want more than a glass or a pint at most . boiled veggie taste turns me off . different barleywine . smells soft but terrific tastes rough but not the typical roughness you look for in a barleywine . more of a we messed up a bit roughness than a hop malt and booze in your face roughness i usually look forward to when reaching for the style .,aroma,0.9,1
i m waitin for my wife to come home so we can go out to dinner so i figured i d pop one of these babys my niece nephew from boston brought it down to me for christmas i figured its brewed in missouri so how good can it really be what caught my eye was the alcohol content like . i had no idea what kind of brew it was based on the label turns out its some sort of belgian ale comparable to the best of ommegang and stella artois the captain strongly recommends this in moderation,aroma,0.6,1
had on tap at liberty tap room myrtle beach . appearance was a clear golden color typical of the style . minimal head and lacing . slight smell of grapefuit grassy hops . taste was very very mild for me on the hops . more like a mild pale ale compared to most others i ve had . the taste was ok just not much on the hops . mouthfeel was average as best but you culd drink lots of these as they are mild tasting .,aroma,0.4,0
apperance the body is a cloudy yellow that produced a solid finger of head that sustains very well but produces a minimal amount of lacing . the is quite a lot of yeast particles floating in the beer as well even though i did stop a decent distance from the bottom of the bottle . smell a nice melding of citrus and yeasty bread with a slight fruit undertone that did not take much warming to come out . a slight bit of corriander can also be detected but something is off . taste in a word yeasty as it starts with a very breadlike taste with slight fruity undertone and turns to a very yeasty end that almost has a sandy texture which i m not sure if the carbonation or spices are to blame . if beer is liquid bread this is the perfect example . mouthfeel as i stated it has an almost sandy texture at parts which i m not sure is the yeast spices or carbonation . it transitions decently enough but i would n t say it s that smooth . however the aftertaste does n t linger at all which earns it some points . drinkability well it s easy on the stomach and no gas issues . that and after a while it does grow on you a bit but i would n t say there is anything special here . a bit to astringent to really be refreshing or to be put back . still it has it s charm . final thoughts well peche mortel this was not as i was left very disappointed by this beer . as far as i can tell the biggest problem i have with this one is that there seems to be far too much of a yeast presence here . it really is a shame but maybe i got a bad bottle .,aroma,0.8,1
i have had bodddingtons in a can and had thought not that much of it . when i had it off tap i was very impressed . it pours very nice and has a great pale yellow color.it has a very nice head to it very creamy . it taste bitter like you would expect but has a very nice creamyness to it . the only down side i found is how low its abv is . it could have a bit more bitterness too . i think this beer is a very good intro bitter beer if you have not had a lot of bitter beers .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a light orangish amber with a nice single finger full tan head that melts to a nice lacing . aroma is only faintly sweet malt and honey . taste is stronger than the aroma but still very light . malt followed by a honey cloying then a mild hop bitterness . aftertaste of honey and hops . just a very average beer of this style in my opinion . i do n t know if they actually used honey in this beer but to me it was distinct and distracting for the style .,aroma,0.4,0
pours a nice deep amber with a tall white head that dissapates quickly and leaves slight remnants . aroma is very soft a little bready malt and pumpkiny but hard to bring forth . the flavor is nice definately my favorite sam seasonal . initial sweetness leading to nice bready malts . a mere hint of hop bitterness leading to a smooth finish lingering biscutty notes make you want to have another swig . it s nicely balanced and easily sessionable .,aroma,0.6,1
dated a q from lcbo ml g chalice a hazy green body with two fingers of fluffy white head . decent retention but dissipated into a think ring around the edges of the glass and leaves little lacing . s green apples some yeast . not a lot of flavours but the apple smells so good . freshly picked a little sour . t same as the smell which is disappointing imo . this comes across as sparkling wine and not a beer . it s pleasant for tasting like apples but not great in a beer classification . m medium bodied and high carbonation . makes for a foamy texture in the mouth and leaves a bitter apple finish . d this is good to try once but nothing i would have again . came off as sparkling wine cooler and not much a beer .,aroma,0.8,1
appearance golden great clarity thick layer of light tan foam w good head retention aroma skunk . and some barely detectable malt cat pee on grass and cooked meat flavor balanced malt profile laced with an herbal hop flavor and mild off setting bitterness hint of wet newspaper and fermented honey finishes dry with a lingering bitterness mouthfeel medium body pert carbonation slight astringency on the teeth other comments this beer gets a beer review spanking . skunked to hell so you can barely smell or taste anything . the brewers should also be spanked for putting this in a clear bottle .,aroma,0.3,0
sampled off a litre mini keg and poured into a lowenbrau one litre mass . poured a deep golden with an nice white fluffy inch and a half head . smell is minimal beer could have been too cold at first taste is nice and malty that grows as it gets a bit warmer . hops kick in just a bit at the end to keep the beer from being to sweet . while lowenbrau has gotten a bad rep during its sab years this beer is brewed in munich and is much improved . not the best o fest beer of the year but in the top .,aroma,0.6,1
picked this up a bottle in napa valley in a grocery store in st. helena during a wine tasting trip . kind of curious to see what kind of brew would be produced in the middle of wine country . opening the bottle unleashed a nice orange citrus and floral aroma . the brew was a light orange color and the white fizzy head quickly dissipated in the tulip . there was hardly any malt for a pale ale and no real balance to the light citrus and floral hops . the lack of malt made for a rather watery unsubstantial brew and sorry to say was a bit of a disappointment .,aroma,0.8,1
dogfish s is a example of having too much of good thing . for those who have not have had or do not start with this . a true imperial ipa copious amount of pine and grapefruit . it pours a good head in a wine glass or pint . truly a beer geek s beer . my wife hated this beer . this is a well made beer and i certainly enjoy haivng one every now and then but more a treat than a beer staple .,aroma,0.9,1
holy shit this barleywine has a whole lot of . everything . when i opened my mini bottle i found this brew to have a very heavy nose that comes off very sweet . it s a semi cloudy medium brown color with medium carbonation . the body is heavy and thick reminiscent of a port wine . the flavor is earthy and sweet i ca n t really pick apart what specific flavors are in there but it is fantastic . it finishes with a small amount of tartness min tongue but smooth over the rest . weird . but i like it . it s bold and does n t hold back . i ll definitely go for this one again .,aroma,1.0,1
a the beer is a dark brown color with a white head that quickly fades . medium amount of carbonation s i really enjoyed the burnt caramel smell that comes from the roasted malts . there is some maltiness smokiness and some slight sweetness in the aroma . t starts out with slight roast flavor but by the end of the sip it builds into a very roasty toasty flavor . reminds me of burnt marshmellows . there is a little bit of bitterness but i seem to taste it at the same time as the burnt caramel and they balance out one another . mf medium mouthfeel with a medium amount of carbonation . the flavor does stay in your mouth for awhile . d overall the beer was good but the smokiness seems to make me only want a single serving . i really did like the burnt caramel flavoring .,aroma,0.9,1
a when poured an inch of light fluffy foam rises that is bright white in color . the beer itself is very translucent and a hay yellow color . s spicy and peppery notes were the first thing that i noticed . belgian yeast for sure and a subtle hop character . t a lot of the pepper in the aroma comes through in the taste . it was a very clean malt profile . somewhat fruity as well with slight hints of apple and peach . m d a little heavier mouth than expected and leaves little aftertaste . a decent attempt at a tripel but it is lacking in many ways . i have high hopes that this beer will improve over time as upland tweaks this new recipe .,aroma,0.9,1
darker than most ipa s and cloudy . i d describe the color as an orange light amber . very nice lace good head that dissapates to a then double bubble layer . surprisingly malty aroma from the fresh pour . there is also a strong yeast aroma from what i presume is bottle conditioning . hop aromas are very muted particularly for the style . while appealing this does n t produce the tradition ipa smell . very smooth round ale like richness . like the smell more malty than the style suggests but it is still delicious . the hop is much more present in the taste and it is not as in your face as some . i think this is a superior beer to try . if you have this beer within a flight have it first so you can enjoy the subtleties before blowing out the taste buds on the high hop ipa s .,aroma,0.6,1
oz . bomber a pours yellow with a medium somewhat fizzy white head fair retention does n t have good lacing like i would expect in a belgian or an ipa . s dominated by citrus get a lot of tangerine citrus pineapple and an earthy belgian yeast kick light pepper . t has a strong grapefruit orange character that the regular stone ipa has . belgian character is there with bitter spice pepper and definite bubblegum esters at the end . m medium body with a mild prickly carbonation on the tongue . too astringent at times . d an interesting beer but in the end i was n t a huge fan of it i did n t think the flavours blended well enough together and the hop character got unappetizingly bitter after a while . a nice experiment i could see myself trying it again but wont be a go to beer from stone .,aroma,0.8,1
i ll start with the easy stuff a white fluffy head pillows on top of a good looking crystal clear amber brew with low visible carbonation . now to the tough part let me begin with a little bit of background . in sweden there exists a kind of tobacco called wet snuff . it is kentucky tobacco that s been matured and ground into tiny particles . this is then moistened and stuffed into small round boxes . when using it you grab some and squeeze it into a loosely compacted mass that you stuff under you upper lip . it also comes in portion sizes in something that looks like a tiny tea bag . we used to joke about how it would make the most awful drink if one brewed a tea from these portion bags . now on with the rest of the review . this beer tastes exactly like one would imagine a tea made from this wet snuff would taste like . i m not talking subtle over or under tones here . smack bang exactly like the snuff . both in smell and taste . i do recognize the quality of the beer and i would generally enjoy a highly hopped beer like this . if i d never tried the snuff it would ve been fine i think . i tried to persist through the bottle but it was just too much . the more i drank the more it reminded me of the tobacco . the aftertase of the beer is exactly like when you accidentally swallow some of the snuff . too bad . i had high hopes for this beer as i love other great lakes brews .,aroma,0.2,0
oz . bottle poured into pint glass a golden yellow with thick white head . s noble hops pleasant . t saaz hops upfront with delicious bitterness . robust for a pilsner with german malts showing up as the beer warms . m solid for a pilsner dry medium bodied not thin at all . d exceptional very easy drinking beer with great taste only drawback is the price . for a sixer .,aroma,0.6,1
dark near black with some mahogany highlights . pours a nice light mocha colored head fingers high and with excellent retention . smell takes a little while to come out but once it starts to warm and the head retention leaves it s very pleasant . initial blast of earthy hops matched with an almost smokey characteristic and roasted malts w fennel seed . it begins to sweeten on the back end and begins to remind me of vanilla iced coffee . taste is bold in your face coffee from the roasted malts bordering on astringent with some ash and charcoal . also features a mild sweetness in the middle of the drink like berries . finish is drying earthy bitter hops slightly acidic . flavor lingers on for quite a while of bittersweet chocolate and burnt character . servicable for a stout carbonation and body are decent . intense dark flavor that lingers on forever . hides it alcohol well though .,aroma,0.9,1
oz bottle poured into a pint glass . pours a slightly cloudy golden orange color with a white head that quickly fades . the aroma is pretty faint and it is hard to really pick up on much . the faint aroma is slightly nutty and fruity . the taste much like the aroma is hard to pick up some of the flavors . it is slightly toasty and nutty with a touch of hops in the finish . overall this beer is one of my least favorite in the rogue family but it is highly drinkable and refreshing . it is not something i would pick up again but it was nice to try something a little different .,aroma,0.4,0
a pale golden color with a creamy head that settles quickly to a thin layer of bubbles . unfiltered and you can see the results suspended in the liquid does not appear to be settling . s nice sweet lemon scent that is very crisp t bitter hops up front give way to a tart grapefruit finish . bitterness is evident and is the overpowering feature of the taste . m light bodied light carbonation aftertaste stays with you for a while d it s possible i m just not a fan of unfiltered ipas but this really did n t do it for me it was too dimensional with all the focus on the hops and no balance . i ll give it the benefit of the doubt and say that on a hot summer day with a good barbeque this could be a nice beer to have .,aroma,0.9,1
pour black at first but has mocha color head very small amount that dissapates quickly smell smells more bitter to me than actual taste . taste carmel taste to me with a small amout of bitterness . it is very smooth and has not much aftertaste to me i was a little disappointed with the beer overall . i had heard it was a good beer to have in a collection and the challange to find it was great granted the drinkability is awesome and i would buy again if i had the chance it just was n t as mind blowing as i was hoping for .,aroma,1.0,1
a dark like motor oil with no head whatsoever s incredible apple smell . literally smells like fresh apples t definetly brandy but very subtleapples m finish smooth with a little brandy aftertaste o solid brew . would i seek it out again . no but great to have right now,aroma,1.0,1
this one pours an amber color with a small head that falls fast and does n t leave much lacing on the glass . the aroma has a lot of diacetyl but i like that . sure does n t smell like an apa . some caramel malts as well . the flavor does n t live up to my expectations . seems slightly infected . lots of bad diacetyl and some oxidation . it s not over the top but it s enough to make me not enjoy the beer . there is a caramel malt presence but not enough to cover up the other stuff . mouthfeel is moderate and the drinkability is not so good .,aroma,0.8,1
almost opaque dark ruby infused mahogany . the surface of the toasted cocoa colored crown is nearly smooth broken only by gentle shallow craters . the foam falls at a finger a minute pace and leaves the glass laceless . dark ruby mild has a pretty good nose . i do n t believe that i ve been unduly influenced by the cranberry and white label or the color of the beer but i smell dark berries . there s a very nice plumy black raspberry blackberry essence swimming among the dark malt . whoa what happened . something has gone seriously askew between nose and palate . there s such a horridly thin mouthfeel and such a sour flavor that this now seems like a different beer from the one that i ve been smelling for the past several minutes . calling dark ruby mild undermalted does n t do it justice . unmalted maybe . the score can only drop so far because oshdrm is n t undrinkable in the sense that i want to undrink it that is spit it out i just do n t want to consume something this far removed from decent beer . it tastes like watered down diet raspberry grape drink . i was going to say juice but that s unfair to juice . sarah hughes must be turning over in her grave every time someone drinks a bottle of this beer . i ll give it the benefit of the doubt and believe that it was better back in the day . a poor choice for my first beer of . it s a dead cert that the next one will be an improvement no matter what i pull from my fridge .,aroma,0.8,1
on tap at redbone s a broody hazy penumbra of dark caramel hangs over a red orange glow like a smoke over a low fire . served with a mimimal head that is a persistant crema of light caramel that never quite goes away . faint clean scent the malty base swiftly gives way to a spicy resin that lingers so long you can get lost in its subtle piney suggestions of cinnamon and nutmeg . gentle fine carbonation wonderful in the mouth . mmmm,aroma,0.6,1
admist studying for exams i ve got three tomorrow today its midnight i find i needed some relief . what better way to sojourn in the calm before the storm than with a double ipa . to my eyes this beer is fairly attractive . it pours with a orange color and is pretty clear . the beer appears to be alive with carbonation . the head pours to a little less than one finger s width . it then receeds to just a thin skin on the surface of the beer . lacing is great and makes up for head retention and formation . head retention and formation really brought this one down for me . to the nose this beer is very floral and it should be . oh yes a nice and strong pleasing floral aroma also a bit of spiciness and some citrus notes as well . there is also a strong malty sweet backbone to support the hop aromas . alcohol is a bit hot in the nose . an assult of hops on the palate that s how i d describe this one . first characteristic of this beer that hits you is its bitterness after that a somewhat balanced malt and hop flavor comes through and is in turn followed by a very potent hop flavor floral and herbal . alcohol is noticeable and extremely upfront . all in all flavor is good but the alcohol is in my opinion way to extreme . would be much better in my opinion if it were hidden a bit more . higher levels of carbonation help this brew out as it is heavy on the alcohol . alcohol is evident and warms as it goes down and it somewhat lingers after swallowed in conjunction with a hop aftertaste . this beer is definitely something to be sipped its too extreme to just quaff one after the other . i really do n t think that i could drink a six of this in one sitting the alcohol is just to upfront . the brew itself is good but the alcohol ruins it for me . it ll be a long while till i come back to this one . i d really like to try more dipas before coming back .,aroma,1.0,1
what an interesting beer . it looks gorgeous with a deep brown black color and a nice dense pale brown head . then you smell it . whew . it s like straight corn liquor moonshine like grandpa used to make . the alcohol smell is just crazy strong and overhwhelms any other smells . then you taste it and get more confused . it s a fairly mild taste with bits of coffee acidic malts and just a bit of the alcohol coming through . odd . mouthfeel is ok and drinkability suffers from the smell .,aroma,0.3,0
i received this bottle as a single from a ba ramseye in person in richmond va thanks . this beer pours beautifully with an easy to manipulate head . golden color with hints of amber only slightly cloudy and perfect carb . in my opinion the smell on this beer is the mvp of the lineup . it was amazing. so much so that i think i spent more time smelling the beer than drinking it . it smelled of fresh lemon zest and pine and as it warmed i got notes of warm brown sugar like fresh cookies which was most likely a result of the honey used in the brewing . the beer tasted very good bitter but also smooth however the mouthfeel got a bit harsh nearing the end with the ethanol burn . hype is for the most part justified but for a dipa i would prefer a ruinition . i would recommend anyone that has n t had it to seek it out for the nose alone bells nailed it .,aroma,1.0,1
ml bottle from hi time wine in costa mesa ca . in may price not recorded . pours a slightly cloudy yellow with a reasonable white head and a small moderate amount of chunky yeasty like sediment . aroma is of fresh peaches and is absolutely marvelous the best part of this beer . well done . flavor is a generally tame wheaty pale ale with a generous but not overpowering fruit flavor nicely balanced delicate and clean . however also plain and unexciting . good for what it is but not anything that really excites me . not bad .,aroma,0.9,1
reviewed on tap at buffalo wild wings in downtown youngstown this winter warmer pours a very nice mahogany copper with a good looking frothy white head that holds well and leaves a nice lace ring . the aroma is malty and sweet with a decent amount of spice and just a hint of hops . fairly malty and somewhat uneventful but still pleasant . very sweet with more malt and lots of spice and fruit orange and cinnamon nutmeg cardamom . moderate hops for the style . one curious characteristic is a noticeable metallic flavor not unappetizing but curious . of course there s a very significant amount of alcohol warmth . for its fairly average abv this selection will certainly keep you toasty on a chilly winter evening . starchy and smooth but with a bit of sharpness and plenty of warmth in the finish . moderate carbonation really ups the spice on the tongue . another well crafted beer from great lakes . oh and watching the steelers stomp the ravens on monday night football doesnt hurt the experience either .,aroma,0.6,1
from notes . shared by matt drabmuh at a small tasting . a pours a dark brown almost black color with two inches of off white head and light carbonation evident . s smells of citrus hops grapefruit pine hops and smooth light fruit . crazy amount of hops smells awesome . t tastes of citrus hops pine grapefruit smooth fruity malts . not a lot of bitterness to the taste . m smooth medium body and low carbonation easy to drink . d this is definitely a very good black ipa . i thought it smelled amazing the smell is a crazy amount of hops . would definitely like to try this one again .,aroma,1.0,1
a poured this into my lindemans tulip glass . dark yellow almost orange color with almost no head . tiny ring of lacing . s floral hops apple lemon grains and some sweetness . t bit of a let dowm after this promising smell . orange citrus grains and a little hops . m watery with light carbonation . d there are better beers in this category . will just drink this if offered .,aroma,0.9,1
bottle . courtesy of hosp thanks man . i have to go with the taste here for my overall score . i was prepared for something wonderful but unfortunately it misses the mark somehow . do n t get me wrong this beer is n t bad . it has a strong vanilla flavor with that touch of rum to it but i guess it loses points to me in that it underdelivered on the taste compared with the nose . the nose on this evoked some memories of the amazing speedway stouts i had during sdbw with their vanilla and their toasted coconut variations . this beer needs a touch more sweetness in my opinion to really kick it up to a . or maybe some more hops depending on which direction you want to go with it . otherwise it s this weird balance of sawdust and vanilla .,aroma,0.9,1
thanks to steve for this in my recent box of goodies . i ve been waiting to try this one . gumballhead pours smooth with a small head and then sits a little hazy and straw colored . the aroma features the citrusy amarillo hops they note on the bottle along with tons of wheat . it tastes like wheat starts and finishes with hops and is most definitely pale . gumballhead feels light although it has a good alcohol content and it s surely an easy drinker . i can give it props for doing the style well . just does n t seem to be a style that i much enjoy . ho hum .,aroma,0.9,1
a raisin in color with a big quickly dissipating head . little lacing . thin layer of head sticks around . s nail polish remover with a hint of vinegar and dark fruits . t awesome vinegar and oak . dark fruits again . m very thin . properly carbonated . o the taste is great . the smell and mouthfeel are slightly off putting . seems like a big beer that got infected in a great way . the problem is that the beer is not correct for the style .,aroma,0.4,0
a the classic guinness appearance . black as night with a creamy finger head that produces custard like lacing . s some roasted coffee malts a little peat . t roasted bitterness of the malt dominates of course lingers on the tongue before finishing abruptly . slight nuttiness in the aftertaste . m full bodied low carbonation and creamy d very easy to drink . in my early days of drinking i always felt guinness was so overpoweringly bitter . after tasting a variety of stouts now its amazingly bland . fantastically easy to drink and aesthetically a masterpiece but a real lightweight in flavour now for me .,aroma,0.6,1
a large pour at tmac brownish red with a light tan head some lacing don the sides as i drank . smell was really understated could n t detect much . the pine hop taste hits you hard and then the malt sweetness kicks in . it hits the tongue light with the harsh bitterness of the hops and then feels heaveier by the aftertaste . drinkability is ok but more than one would be a bit too much imho .,aroma,0.4,0
bought this down in boston simply because its a craft beer in a can and had to try it . it was in a mixed pack of styles . poured into english tulip . appearance pours dark with a caramel like head that quickly shrinks to nothing.no lacing occured while drinking which disappointed me . nose notes of coffee chocolate and wood . roasted malt smells come through strongly . taste tastes of roasted and chocolate malt coffee and tangy flavors come through as well . even some metallic flavors . mouthfeel smooth and full bodied with a milky thickness all the way through . finish begins sugary and sweet drys to harsh stonger metal flavors . this drinks mild for a stout and could ve been consumed from the can easily .,aroma,0.8,1
a tripel with rice and thai basil eh . interesting . ml bottle courtesy of g . pours a very hazy gold color with a large bubbled off white head . fades pretty quick and a few patches of lace stick to the glass . nose is fantastic . uniquely fruity like a cranberry mango chutney . basil is there but subtle . light honey aroma melds with some grainy malt and alcohol . hops are detectable and make this a complex sniffer probably the best smelling tripel i have ever laid nostrils upon . smooth and extra creamy mouthfeel is what strikes me first on this beer . tropical fruits with an herbal accent on the flavor with a stiff bitterness and alcohol drying . body is substantial and big for a tripel . fruit levels take on the best from belgium impressive . very nice brew might be my favorite that i have had so far from the bruery .,aroma,1.0,1
tulip a cloudy orange copper sunset one finger off white beautiful head with tiny bubbles that look like diamonds and a little bit of lacing s cherries a young bottle of red sweet candy sugar lots of yummy oak very yeasty maltiness soil and an all around awesome funk t sour funky yeast tight pinot noir lots of oak tons of grain sweet notes on the back end tons of cherries candy sugar lemon grass and tons of minerals and terrior m full bodied medium acidity great balance nice complexity and long finish d this is as refreshing as it is interesting . this is something different but in the most awesome way possible . they are n t kidding when they say sours when it comes to this one . but with the wine cherries and a great sweet back end it is a beer once you have you ll crave again and again final thought at a pop and a nice abv this is a great beer . hard to find at times but if you do find one buy one and age it as well,aroma,0.7,1
a . oz bottle of vintage . i popped the top and there was no depressurization sound whatsoever . poured into a wine glass the color is dark brown reddish crystal clear and no carbonation . the smell is very potent . vanilla cocoa brown sugar port wine . taste was different than i had expected . old ale type of molasses nutty creaminess but since it has been sitting around for so long there is a sour fruity taste that comes through at the end . rich sweet vanilla mixed with tart flavor that almost resembles a lambic kinda like ommegang s three philosophers cherry lambic effects the overall pallet of that beer . lots going on with each sip of this beer . layers of flavor coat the mouth as each small sip goes down . swish it around and you taste nothing but oxidized tangy flavor . take a larger sip and you taste the sticky sweet front then the thin tart finish . interesting to say the least . so this is what a beer tastes like that was brewed when i was years old .,aroma,1.0,1
a the beer is very dark amber in color near black and has a slight amount of carbonation visible near the edges of the glass . it poured with a finger high creamy tan head that faded away and left only a ring of bubbles around the edge of the glass . s there are very strong aromas of coffee beans and roasted malts in the nose . there are some hints of sweetness in the initial taste and a slight amount of bitterness in the finish . t the taste is very similar to the smell and the coffee flavors become stronger as the beer warms up . m it feels light bodied thin and a bit watery on the palate with a moderate amount of carbonation . d the thin body makes this beer seem more like a carbonated coffee instead of a beer .,aroma,0.9,1
on tap at kuhnhenn winter solstice night two . brown and lacey . citrus lemon and orange and ginger cinammon and nutmeg . a big nose of spices . some sugar . a sipper yet drinkability assured . nothing like any xmas beer had before.a little cider and hops.worth a try .,aroma,0.9,1
when i first saw this living where i do i thought this was some new beer from san francisco . i soon discovered that was false when looking at the label but decided to give it a try . i was greatly disappointed as this is apparently just another macro lager and a very bland watery one at that . it does n t even come close to the likes of pabst or many others that are far elss expensive . gold it has a small medium head steadily shrinking to a foamy ring . the aroma is pleasant basic lager perfumy grain hints of apple grass mineral . it as a bit thin but still pretty good . the taste is clearly a basic lager and after a decent start rapidly gets more bland and watery . it at first has light grain apple cider and hint of mineral water light but pleasant and decent . this soon thins to very little taste mostly just thin fizzy mineral water with a very faint grain aftertaste . thin watery and bland it s better than coors but not much .,aroma,0.7,1
original review done on july rd to celebrate the th a day early . a two finger rich tan head quickly crackles to the top of the glass . big rocky bubbles pop with nice sound effects . body is a deep brown with hints of orange amber on the sides of the glass . nose is very invigorating with lowd spiceyness and hints of sweet fizz candy and old fashioned cream soda . this nose is so unique and amazing . as i take first sip i wasnt ready for the electric sour rush that attacks the tongue . i mean the sour is so shrill that it makes me squint with each drink . like if the coating on an atomic sour ball came in liquid form . this is just to much for me . the total sour feel ruins my buds to taste much else and hurts the drinkability .,aroma,1.0,1
got this for free somone pawned it off on me . thought i d give it a shot its free . poured from a ml bottle into a mug . finger champagne like white head . the beer looks like apple cider in a transparent golden orange color . small webs of lace and zero retention . aroma is actually quite good . sweet rasberry aroma mixed with a nice lager like smell . almost smells like heineken in rasberries . wayyy to sweet up front . i feel like i m drinking intensely sweetend soda with a big shockwave of carbonation . this is just too sweet . there is a bit more heineken like flavors in the backround but any other flavors that want to come out of this are killed with over sweetend rasberries . i ll pass on buying this but would drink it if it was the only think to drink on a desert island .,aroma,0.8,1
oz bottle pored into pint pub glass . creamy white head with good staying power . very easy drinking ale with nice dark copper color and good lacing . makes a good session ale or good beer to introduce to non craft beer drinkers who will occasionally drink guiness stout .,aroma,0.6,1
a deep brown with mahogany hues tan head with little retention and films of lacing s coffee roasted malts rich alcohol strong scents t sweet caramel and buttery malts flavor but balanced by strong burnt astringencies alcohol evident throughout strong at finish some chocolate m somewhat creamy stiff carbonation with ho alcohol at finish and in after d complex malt flavor but alcohol is to strong and carbonation comes off as awkward . i would n t come back to this,aroma,0.8,1
had a couple of glasses in a quiet bar in downtown vancouver . the beer looks good great looking head with great retention and small carbonation bubbles floating to the top . it has the colour of of a darker apple juice . it is clear and appears filtered . i became disappointed on the smell . i get a definitive white wine smell a lot of yeast and a hint of wheat but maybe because that is what i was looking for or grain . much the same disappointment on the taste the only flavour i can detect is banana plus a significant amount of yeast taste . love the mouthfeel and carbonation though . light to medium body . low hops and no bitterness . it looks and feels good but the beer disappointed on the smell and taste .,aroma,0.4,0
served lightly chilled in a trois pistoles goblet . oz . bottle . appearance hazy russet color with a goodly sized beige head about tall . head dissipates to a nice film of bubbles and a ring . there s a respectably amount of lacing to boot . smell musty oaky aromas dominate . hints of dried fruit like prunes and raisins . some smokiness and maple scents as well . very pungent i probably did n t need to bring the glass to my nose to sniff . taste a very complex and robust flavored beer . intense bittersweet malt taste . quite medicinal at times . hints of pepper salt and maple on the finish . raisiny tastes brought out by warming . mouthfeel reubenesque baby . aftertaste sticks with you for awhile . slight cottony mouthfeel but not as heavy as other beers i ve had where this sort of thing is acceptable . drinkability definitely a sippin beer . get yourself a big ol glass and a good chunk of time to enjoy this . i personally like malty strong beers so i ll probably be snagging a few bottles of this for the cellar esp . at a bottle .,aroma,1.0,1
burnt orange haze with light tan cream head . the head is spotty and thin . smells of orange dreamsicle cream and rock hard sugar candy malt . the flavor is sweet with malty butterscotch slightly burnt sugar touch of cinnamon and a hoppy bite . this thick syrupy slippery and alcohol concoction tingles the tongue and warms the belly . it is good but one at a time . it packs quite a wallop . save this one for a night cap . i love the burial instructions.three feet deep . indeed . dfh rocks . t .,aroma,1.0,1
oz . bomber poured into a oz pint glass november . eyes looks fairly clean some head some yeast particulate floating in the beer . orange . in color decent carbonation . nose an absolutely great floral hop aroma consumes the nose . a hint of pine no malt at all . simply great . tongue much more smooth subtle than the smell . i must admit i was a bit concerned from the potent aroma that this would be a hop bomb but i m completely taken aback . soft hops cover the palate it s smooth with almost zero malt not real bitterness . very nice . mouth light body very refreshing smooth . a good bite to the hops but still smooth . libation what can i say . very good all around . this brew could probably pass as an ipa but either way it s just well crafted and extremely drinkable . it has a fantastic aroma a great hop bite but a low ibu and low abv . this crisp oz . bomber went down quickly and i could have had more . one word impressive .,aroma,1.0,1
the beer poured thickly and was the color of a medium bodied coffee . the head foamed for a brief moment quickly disappearing to a light ring . it had a bitter smell like that of fermented raisins . the taste was surprisingly mild with the flavor of coffee with sugar no cream . i m surprised this is considered a porter . the mouthfeel and drinkability were average and non offensive . great starter beer for those wanting to try a darker beer .,aroma,0.4,0
looks acsolutely stunning in a glass . it s hard not to want to put the glass on the windowsill as a permanent fixture to your home but doing so would be denying yourself the pleasure of tasting this brilliant brew . the aroma is intoxicating the perfect blend of hops and barley the flavor is full of malty goodness . goes down easy a real pleasure . one of the best beers out there . makes me glad to live in ohio where these are readily available .,aroma,0.7,1
visited the brewpub and this is only available on tap a was a orange copper color with nol head to speak of . there was some minor lacing but nothing special . there did n t appear to be much in terms of carbonation which i was liking . fairly average looking . s top marks here . wonderful aromas of fresh pumpkin pie . i could really smell the spices of nutmeg and cinnamon plus the fresh smell of carved pumpkin to round out the spice . no real hop aromas detected but there was some malt . t pretty much tasted like it smelled but not as pronounced . there was some slight bitterness on the finish which mildly rounds out the sweetness and the maltiness really comes through here . overall it s like drinking pumpkin pie filling with a bit of a kick . m nice creamy texture . low carbonation and decent body . nothing bad here . .really makes you think about thanksgiving dinner . d if i would n t have been on my way home i would have sat and enjoyed this brew all afternoon with my wife . i d be happy to enjoy this throughout an evening afternoon . it s easy drinking great autumn flavors and smells . .a real pleasure to drink . grizzly paw brewery has n t dissapointed me yet .,aroma,1.0,1
sampled on vintage pours a semi cloudy red orange color with a super thick off white head that sticks everywhere . almost glows under the light . smell is slightly sour huge aromas of caramel vanilla raisins a little toffee and a fruity kick . very sweet but extremely complex . awesome . taste is intense sourness and bitterness which tapers off to not much else . sharp hops mask almost everything else and all that s left is a disappointing thin aftertaste . mouthfeel is a little on the thin side with strong carbonation which adds to the sharpness of the flavors . drinkability is only decent odd flavor and feel . overall glad i tried it but i wo n t again .,aroma,1.0,1
pours a rich amber color is very nice it is topped with a two fingered frothy head . smell is hoppy with a bit of malt and spicy . tastewise it is a well hopped beer and there is enough malt to keep it balanced . the alcohol is really jumping out at me . the spice flavors dont seem to hit until the aftertaste . the hops are rather citrusy . nice beer not one to just sit cack and pour down however .,aroma,0.9,1
poured into a sa perfect pint glass bottle not dated . pours a one finger head that has a yellowish tint to it which is fairly interesting . color is a burnt orange and is cloudy . for such a strong tasting beer the aromas are difficult to pick up . mostly what i get for a smell is a malty sweetness . first off is a nice bitter hop more piney and resinous than citrusy . some malty notes in the finish but this seems to be all about the hops . the malts taste a little burnt i like it . this is a medium bodied ipa . the pungent hop flavor followed by the burnt malts leaves a strong lingering aftertaste . this will have to be my last beer of the night as i do n t think i d be ablet to taste any others . overall this is beer that hop lovers will enjoy . i do like the taste of this one but do n t like how it has wrecked my palate for the rest of the evening . worth a try for those who like strong hop flavors but wait till the end of your lineup to take down it s potent .,aroma,0.6,1
served in bottle proclaiming that it is the th adventure version with clean clear ale glass at winking lizard in mentor ohio . i appreciated the fact that i was able to pour it for myself . a i cm light brown head over a caramel brown cloudy opaque body . very pleasing inviting . s barley and alcohol to the nose . there is a strong grain smell . t hops . this was a suprise since i really did not smell that i smelled it again to see what i had missed and indeed did not really smell predominate hops like the taste . it reminds me of great lakes brewing company s noferastu which i tasted and reviewed this week i gave it a . overall in that it is way too bitter with hops . i really did not like this going in or going down . m full acidic repulsive . d poor due to high abv acidic taste bitter bitter . notes i respect that barleywine is supposed to be bitter hoppy but i just do n t like that taste in beer . it is too bitter .,aroma,0.8,1
a golden sappy fluid topped by half a finger of sudsy white head . i never want to say this but kind of a coors light smell super light malts a little tin nothing else revisit of that tinny smell in the taste some semi sharp hops breathing a granny smith black pepper . decent sized profile but i m not sure if i like it medium light body some vibrant carbonation and a bit of afterburn warmth overall i think i d not recommend this drink to many i find uinta falling short on my list from what i ve had from them and this does n t bring much either,aroma,0.3,0
wow . that s a lot of rye . a mostly clear amber with thin head and little lacing . this brew really explodes with bread and rye aroma and flavor . coming through in the nose with tons of spice and maybe a bordering hint of caramel sweetness and citrus . flavor is . like sucking on a piece of rye toast . husky grainy notes abound a swarming rye spice distinct caraway presence . an assault . it overwhelms any balancing hops but it does leave a pleasant dryness . feels grainy and a bit full . towards the middle of my second glass from the bomber my taste buds finally began to acclimate combined with the warmth pulling some sweetness and allowing some of the hop aromas to sneak out this became quite pleasant and easily drinkable towards the end . although it s a bit strong for sessioning and too abrasive early on . i m glad i tried it if only to remind me that all things are best in moderation and while i love the presence of rye or an appropriately charged roggenbier this was a bit much . if you are a rye fanatic this is the beer for you . if you like rye beers you should try this if only for how powerful those notes are . if you do n t like rye . stay . away .,aroma,0.8,1
had this in a oz bomber poured into a pint glass . a huge head on this maybe i poured it too quickly but far too much head . s as soon as i popped this one i loved the smell of it . i had high hopes after smelling it . t hmmm not bad . with each sip i kept hoping to like it more but it just did n t happen . i actually felt a bit of a pilsner taste in it maybe that is just me . m goes down pretty easy . o ok i know port is highly regarded i have had a bunch of their beers they just do n t do it for me . i was hoping after the great smell it would have a taste i loved but unfortunately not a taste that suits me .,aroma,1.0,1
i purchased this despite the gimmicky bottle partly because i liked their old style porter and partly because i really dig cream milk stouts and it was the only one on offer this time of year . it poured a deep dark brown with a nice brown chocolaty head . the smell is really where this beer shined a rich aroma of nicely roasted barley coffee and chocolate predominated as well as a milky lactose aroma . i proclaimed it smells like i have all the goodness of a chocolate milkshake combined with all the goodness of a great beer . could it get any better than that . apparently not . this beer fell flat on the taste or maybe that s just in comparison to the nose it started off sweet but never really delivered on all the flavors i had smelled . the finish was a bit bitter and could use some work . for a cream milk stout the mouth feel was a bit thin . overall i was pretty disappointed . still kudos for the nose . i probably wo n t be purchasing this again .,aroma,0.9,1
oz . bottle . picked this up in dallas . not available in wichita . appearance this beer was very hazy and murky golden brown . it almost seemed muddy due to all the yummy sediment . my clumsy pour made the white head rise up huge and it lingered for a long time . it was dense and rocky and firm enough to tower above the rim of the glass . oddly enough there was n t much lacing . smell everything that a hefeweizen should smell like . right after the pour the aroma was heavy with bananas and clove . after the head had settled the smell became lighter and cleaner being comprised of light grains lemon a more muted banana and a hint of spiciness . very nice . mouthfeel a little thin and watery . very smooth with just a hint of fuzziness on the tongue . taste i was a little disappointed after the wonderful aroma . the flavor was very muted and somewhat watery not unlike the mouthfeel . thin slightly astingent grains led into light lemon . on the finish was some banana and clove to wrap things up . the muted flavors did n t impress me much . with all the other wonderful hefes out there i wo n t waste my time on this one again .,aroma,0.9,1
pours a viscous woody brown with hints of maple . very nice color but not much of a head . exquisite nose has brandy oak vanilla dark pitted fruits candy malts port wine and whiskey . taste does not hold the same complexity . some tart cherries plums caramel toffee wood vanilla wine grapes and cognac . medium body is lightly carbonated . past prime for sure but still an interesting beer .,aroma,1.0,1
a sweet malt . earthy hops i sense not from dry hopping but more likely late hops additions . caramel . a hint of smokiness . no esters . no diacetyl . a caramel amber somewhat hazy . off white fine head that builds abundantly and then recedes just as quickly once it hits its zenith to cover the liquid and lace the glass . f semi sweet up front mingled with a moderately high bitterness . caramel is the dominant malt flavor . no esters . bitterness persists throughout and into the finish where it marries a hop flavor . balanced toward the bitter with hop flavors and bitterness lingering well past the sip s departure . m medium bodied . moderate carbonation . no astringency . i i had it served from a oz bottle a bit too cold which undoubtedly muted the aromas and flavors tending them toward the bitter . very much like an irish red in that neither the malt nor the hops are overly assertive . in this i find it rather mundane . but this is in comparison to the dragon s milk i finished just awhile ago . it s a good beer that fits the style if not my personal taste at this particular time .,aroma,0.6,1
cl bottle . pale slightly hazy gold pour with a nice loose foamy white head . lots of citrusy hoppy aromas a bit of good barnyard funk . not so enjoyablegrainy taste with a citric acid finale quite dry . mouthfeel is a wee bit rough but it becomes okay when the beer sits a bit but still nowhere close to saison s standard . very disapointed since there is a lot of praise on this beer and saison is my favourite style . the most over rated beer on this site imho . i d have to revisit to make sure i didn t get a bad bottle or something .,aroma,0.8,1
wiseman zach picked this up on a recent trip to nyc . poured into a cigar city snifter . appearance a gentle pour yielded at least one finger s worth of sparkling white fluffy foam . head shows incredible retention and coats the glass walls in bubble bath like lacing . body is gold lightly hazed and filled with tumultuous carbonation . looks fantastic . smell banana clove vanilla and hay made up the aroma profile early on . as the beer warmed earth and strong herbal notes took over . at this juncture i m having trouble smelling anything besides herbs herbal esters . taste light banana honey lemon zest hay and herbs . tart and earthy with a dry floral finish . alcohol is apparent but mixes in well with the other flavors . nicely done . mouthfeel actively carbonated foamy medium bodied chewy spicy and dry . really excites the palate . aftertaste is floral and earthy and though mild lingers for a long time . drinkability other than the smell which i just did n t get this was an awesome beer . zach and i split the bottle but i think i could ve easily polished one off on my own . would love to try this again .,aroma,0.6,1
a amber orange with a creamy head . low to moderate rising carbonation . s classic ipa fruitiness citrus . very similar to sierra nevada pale ale in smell but perhaps slightly sweeter . lots of hops . t moderate ipa level bitterness . tinge of honey . graham cracker aftertaste . a fairly mild ipa and slightly sweet though nice . m subtle carbonation almost medium body relatively smooth . o nice mild for an ipa easy to drink .,aroma,1.0,1
a hop drink . the hop aroma is like sticking your nose in a bag of cascade hops and taking a deep breath . this is not a bad thing but the beer tastes so much like like a hop flower that its like you are eating a hop bud . overall bitterness is not overwhelming however . a nice even bitterness that is somehow rounded out by the malts . pours a hazy copper color . refreshing to drink . not sure what other hops are used in this beer but it is not overly piney citrusy etc . it s just a hop drink .,aroma,0.9,1
a clear straw . good sized head of white foam . s pretty skunky eurolageryness . some underlying graininess maltiness . t bready with a coarse grassy hop . some herbal flavours and moderate bitterness in the finish . m light yellow fizzy . d ok . besides the skunk it s not too bad .,aroma,0.4,0
. oz . bottle a pours a clear yellow with a soapy white head soapy lacing . fair head retention . s pretty nice malty smell some carbonic acid in there but definitely the best smelling low alcohol beer i ve had . t malt character is very light especially when compared to the smell . tastes like an average light lager with a metallic finish which was n t too pleasant . m light bodied frothy solid body for the style though . fairly smooth . d a solid low alcohol beer certainly better than o douls mid range for the style imo .,aroma,0.8,1
bought a case of this awhile back . the price was right . the beer looks good in a glass but lacks in taste and mouthfeel . it just does n t satisfy like a good lager should . i found this to be a dissapointing venture overall . there are too many better lagers out there to go this route again thats for sure .,aroma,0.3,0
this one poured a completely cloudy chestnut brown with ruby highlights . the head was creamy and massive lasting as well . the lace consisted of solid wave marks as it receded . the nose was cidery to me hopefully not a bad beer . citrus and a bit of caramel round it out . the flavor is big malt with a hoppy aftertaste . the malt profile consists of cocoa caramel and a bit of earthy hop flavor with a leafy aftertaste . the body is medium with a lot of carbonation . it s pretty smooth in the mouth and leaves a long chalky finish . i m left feeling like this may have not been a good example of this beer my findings were a dark cloudy body most reviews say a transparent amber . the cidery nose makes me even more uneasy .,aroma,0.4,0
this beer poured a dark brown with ruby highlights when held up to the light . there was was a little beige head atop and a decent amount of lacing along the side of the glass as i drank . there lacked a adequate smell here . there was a malty smell but very slight . i would have liked to see more . i detected in the flavor all those common to the brown except there was an uncommon roasted taste here that was interesting .,aroma,0.4,0
had this beer while on a trip to pittsburgh to see a friend . we sat down and ordered some appetizers and i heard the server rattle off some beer choices . i heard mole stout and said to myself well that sounds like something i have n t had before . looks like a nice heavy milk stout or imp stout with a dark body dark head and a certain viscosity . smells great smooth chocolate a little black patent malt hops . then i tasted it . holy crap this beer is like a perfectly good milk stout with a tablespoon of tabasco mixed in . great flavor sweet chocolate balanced with malt and hops then bam fire in your mouth . not like a chili beer where it s a hint of spice . this is more like a thai soup gone wrong . it is like a bloody mary that someone made when they were half in the bag . my throat is tingling and burning in a way that makes me want to cough although i know coughing wont do me any good . this stout is terrible . it looks good smells good has great characteristics until that overwhelmingly spicy flavor hits you . then i m afraid it was undrinkable .,aroma,0.8,1
oz . bomber a pours a light amber with a mild wispy white head . no lace fair head retention . s perfumy nose muscat . with grapes and chamomile flowers pungent with hints of honeysuckle . t there is a belgian yeasty estery upfront which is nice . after that the grapes really come out particularly the gewurztraminer which i m a fan of since i love alsatian whites . lychee fruit is the classic flavour with some orange melon cantaloupe and santa claus melon . quite an interesting flavour very fruity but not too sweet the hops come in on the back end and give a very drying effect . m medium bodied lightly carbonated but frothy quite smooth fruity aftertaste . d i really like the french white wine grape introduction here . gewurztraminer was upfront the muscat was also clear but not as dominant . the sauvignon blanc i m still trying to find . but anyways it s a fun beer to delve into tasty for sure . a marriage of northern french wine and belgian beer it makes perfect sense . it will be intriguing to see how this beer is in i really have no idea how it will age but i m looking forward to it .,aroma,0.9,1
ml can . abv i tried this beer on december after purchasing from my local lcbo outlet . the beer poured a translucent gold colour with a generous white fluffy head which quickly disippated after pouring was complete . the aroma was vomit pure unadulterated vomit . had i not poured this myself i don t think i would have drank it . the mouthfeel was medium bodied mild carbonation . the taste was better than the aroma . there was a definite hoppy taste . it was a very easy drinking beer went down well .,aroma,0.2,0