Buzz on Beer

After a few years without tasting it, I finally found...

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:25:00 -0400

After a few years without tasting it, I finally found Yuengling’s famous B&T in Delaware. But like most things you get excited about searching for over the years - it was pretty disappointing. Not bad at all (especially for a $5.50 six pack…) But not as good as I remembered.

Dogfish Head’s Indian Brown Ale & Ska Brewing’s...

Sat, 15 May 2010 21:09:11 -0400

Dogfish Head’s Indian Brown Ale & Ska Brewing’s Decadent Imperial IPA:

Havent tasted the Decadent yet, but it’s Ska brewing and it wont disappoint. IBA is always great. - Drew

Long Trail pale ale. Not the traditional LT Ale, or the IPA, but...

Wed, 12 May 2010 19:35:34 -0400

Long Trail pale ale. Not the traditional LT Ale, or the IPA, but the Pale Ale. Every bit as great as its brothers.

Peak Organic IPA. Pretty mellow and not quite as good as other...

Wed, 12 May 2010 10:16:54 -0400

Peak Organic IPA. Pretty mellow and not quite as good as other Peak brews, but definitely tasty.

At Last - Yuengling Lager: Look, I realize this is a basic...

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 16:11:23 -0400

At Last - Yuengling Lager:

Look, I realize this is a basic lager, but I personally think Yuengling is
one of the most underrated staples of American beer. The oldest brewery in
the US got it right over 150 years ago. Plus, they don’t distribute to New
England, so on a rare occasion I get my hands on it (this was taken on a
train in NJ…), I’m always excited.

Founders’ Breakfast Stout: Considered by many as the...

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 16:11:23 -0400

Founders’ Breakfast Stout:

Considered by many as the best US stout, I must say that Founders’ Breakfast
was indeed tasty. WAY darker than I have a taste for, but I still loved all
four of these guys. Heavy on flavor and dark in color, but light in body
with an excellent taste.

Bear Republic Racer 5 and Ithaca Flower Power IPA: My 2007 BOTY...

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Bear Republic Racer 5 and Ithaca Flower Power IPA:

My 2007 BOTY (beer of the year) and 2009 BOTY in one fridge. The Bear
Republic Racer 5 IPA is a staple of any hop lover’s collection and the
Ithaca Flower Power is my absolute favorite from the last year. It is indeed
flowery, and also delicious and amazing. Glad to have found a great and new
beer store.

Smuttynose’s Old Brown Dog Ale: Apparently, I was on a...

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:33:00 -0500

Smuttynose’s Old Brown Dog Ale:

Apparently, I was on a brown ale kick that evening. I like Smuttynose a lot
- this guy was no different. Solid brew. - Drew

Rugged Trail’s Nut Brown Ale: Definitely good. As the...

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:33:00 -0500

Rugged Trail’s Nut Brown Ale:

Definitely good. As the name implies, had a pretty serious ‘nutty’ finish
to it.

Starting the Year Off Right (Wolvar’s Brown and Bear...

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:33:00 -0500

Starting the Year Off Right (Wolvar’s Brown and Bear Republic Racer 5):

Had these and the next two posts at Parish Cafe on Boylston St. in Boston,
MA. These are both old favorites.

Tuckerman’s Pale Ale: Merry Christmas Eve folks. Decent...

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Tuckerman’s Pale Ale:

Merry Christmas Eve folks. Decent pale ale i havent had before. Have a great night and a merry Christmas! -Drew

Hitachnio Nest’s Japanese Classic Ale: Had this Japanese...

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:05:06 -0500

Hitachnio Nest’s Japanese Classic Ale:

Had this Japanese IPA at MGM Grand’s Shibuya a couple weeks back. It was
fantastic - up there with several American IPAs. I wish I could find it
places, but that’s not happening anytime soon. The picture doesn’t do the
color of this beer justice. It was one of the nicest I’ve seen in awhile.
If you ever come across it in a Japanese restaurant, definitely get it.
Much better than Sapparo or Kirin (not that I dislike those beers). - Drew

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Victory’s Yakima Twilight Ale & Port Brewing’s...

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 14:19:43 -0500

Victory’s Yakima Twilight Ale & Port Brewing’s Santa’s Little Helper Imperial Stout:

I hadn’t had a Victory brew in awhile for some reason, but when I saw this
guy on the shelf - I knew I needed to try it. At first, didn’t really care
for it, but it grew on me immensely. I’d definitely buy it again. The Port
Brewing imperial was excellent. Incredibly heavy, but smooth. Almost felt
like I could taste too much alcohol in it (10% by volume), but decided it
had nice balance. It was an imperial after all. - Drew

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Mississippi Brewing’s Mississippi Mudd Black & Tan,...

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:32:25 -0500

Mississippi Brewing’s Mississippi Mudd Black & Tan, Dundee Brewing’s Honey Brown, & Ska Brewing’s Modus Hoperandi IPA:

They only had a one six-pack left of the Modus so I had to pick it up.
Remember Honey Brown? I thought it was good in college. Yeah….it really
isn’t. Just kinda bland. I was a total consumer when it came to the black
& tan (due to the bottle). It’s a pretty standard black & tan, but still
very good. It’s a black & tan…how bad can it get? - Drew

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Otter Creek’s Quercus Vitis Humulus: — I had this...

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 19:13:45 -0500

Otter Creek’s Quercus Vitis Humulus:

— I had this special brew over Thanksgiving, a time already overwhelmed by
flavor, and this certainly added to the mix. The Quercus Vitis Humulus uses
grapes, champaign yeast, and other ingredients standard in wine - but brewed
like a beer. The result is a slightly sour, fruity, grapish, fizzy, juice.
While I applaud the attempt and the original nature, I can easily say this
is NOT a beer for me. I’m glad I tried it, but definitely won’t again. —
Zach

Uinta Angler’s Pale and Golden Spike Hefe: — Found...

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:20:14 -0500

Uinta Angler’s Pale and Golden Spike Hefe:

— Found these recently in Boston and felt compelled to try something new (note: the Hefeweizen was a rando mixed in with five ales). I was sadly and sorely disappointed. The ale had a strangely sour aftertaste and the hefe was surprisingly bland. Not what i was hoping for. —Zach

Pyramid’s Thunderbird IPA & Reaper Ale’s...

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:52:46 -0400

Pyramid’s Thunderbird IPA & Reaper Ale’s Redemption Red Ale:

Figured it was appropriate to pick up a Reaper Ale. It’s a standard red ale, but very tasty. The Thunderbird IPA tastes a lot like Sierra Nevada Pale Ale - so it’s good. Happy Halloween everyone. - Drew

Harpoon’s Unfiltered Pale Ale: — That’s...

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 23:18:26 -0400

Harpoon’s Unfiltered Pale Ale:

— That’s right: a new Harpoon. And yes, it’s great. It’s definitely no IPA, but it’s a great classic pale. I strongly recommend.

Big Sky’s Slow Elk Oatmeal Stout: Another tasty Big Sky...

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:48:59 -0400

Big Sky’s Slow Elk Oatmeal Stout:

Another tasty Big Sky brew. I have not had the Wolaver’s Oatmeal Stout in awhile so it’s difficult to compare, but this beer is darn tasty. Perfect for the changing seasons where a little heavier brew works just perfectly. Glad Buzz is back up and running. -Drew

Ska Brewing’s Modus Hoperandi IPA & Sierra...

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:47:11 -0400

Ska Brewing’s Modus Hoperandi IPA & Sierra Nevada’s Porter:

First Ska Brewing beer I’ve had and it is FANTASTIC. A very very solid IPA
(one of the best I’ve had in awhile - reminds me of Southern Tiers
IPA)….plus it comes in can, which is fun. I can never remember if I’ve
had some Sierra Nevada brews - I just need to come to the conclusion that
I’ve had them all. For some reason I thought I hadn’t had the Porter, but I
have. It’s good….it’s Sierra Nevada. -Drew

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