Update! This past Wednesday we did not hold a tasting because we are totally out of stock. But, that changed today. I present to you - The Dogfish Run.
1) Dogfish Head Red & White
2) Dogfish Head Theobroma
3) Dogfish Head Raison d'Extra
4) Dogfish Head Chateau Jiahu
5) Carlow Brewing Co. O'Hara's Celtic Stout
The first 4 are brew tasting samples and the last is my personal stash. I'm hoping for good things out of this brew - possibly a nice little contrast to Guinness. We will see. Expect 2 of those 5 this coming Wednesday!
Friday, July 24, 2009
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Great Divide Yeti Imperial Stout
Another dark and rich Imperial Stout brought to us this time by Great Divide Brewing Co. This 9.5% alcohol (about normal for Imperial Stouts) pours black with pretty much no head. Like most other Imperials this has a scent of roasted malts, liqorice, chocolate, and coffee. On first sip I instantly taste the alcohol kick, followed by a nice and mellow bitter chocolate and liqorice after taste. This beer flows nicely but I do not think it is quite as good as the Stone Brewing Co. Imperial, although it is less intense if that is what you are looking for. Overall another decent Stout.
Appearance - 3.8
Smell - 3.6
Taste - 4.0
Texture - 4.0
Overall - 3.85/5
Great Divide Yeti Imperial Stout
This is a little brother of another of our Top 50 brews. Sadly, it's not Oak Aged, but it's still Bad Ass. I had an interesting first experience with this brew when I used it to play Kings. Yeah - bad idea. At least this time I got to enjoy it.
This is yet another "motor oil" classified brew. It's very black, minimal dark-brown head and completely opaque. It smelled of barley and roasted spices. Also, there was a nice hint of liquorice which I particularlly enjoyed. As I tasted it, the first hit was bitter with a slightly chocolate ending. Also, it was pretty alcoholic to start. But, it evened out after that with a nice wholesome bouquet of flavors. The texture was very smooth and full. It had an almost coffee-like aftertaste. Also, there was an interesting carbonation/fizz at the finish which kept the brew interesting.
This was a fantastic brew to enjoy (not play Kings with). It had a nice combination of sweet and bitter flavors. I feel this would be a great dessert brew or something wholesome to finish the day off. I can't wait to try the Oak Aged version of it.
Appearance - 4.3
Smell - 4
Taste - 4.1
Texture - 4.4
Overall - 4.2/5
This is yet another "motor oil" classified brew. It's very black, minimal dark-brown head and completely opaque. It smelled of barley and roasted spices. Also, there was a nice hint of liquorice which I particularlly enjoyed. As I tasted it, the first hit was bitter with a slightly chocolate ending. Also, it was pretty alcoholic to start. But, it evened out after that with a nice wholesome bouquet of flavors. The texture was very smooth and full. It had an almost coffee-like aftertaste. Also, there was an interesting carbonation/fizz at the finish which kept the brew interesting.
This was a fantastic brew to enjoy (not play Kings with). It had a nice combination of sweet and bitter flavors. I feel this would be a great dessert brew or something wholesome to finish the day off. I can't wait to try the Oak Aged version of it.
Appearance - 4.3
Smell - 4
Taste - 4.1
Texture - 4.4
Overall - 4.2/5
Brew Tasting the Eighth
We have nothing. This is a desperation tasting. We need to get new shit soon...so expect something on the horizon. List after the break of the single beer we have in stock.
1) Great Divide Yeti Imperial Stout
1) Great Divide Yeti Imperial Stout
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Future Weeks
There will not be an official brew tasting this week or next week. Fonnie has better things to do at home apparently so no work will be done. There probably will be the occasional post from periodic self-tastings, but otherwise expect the site to be stagnant for the next couple weeks.
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