Been a while blogging about beer, had a nice vacation with my wife, and baseball is over, now its Halloween, so why not sit down between visitors and try a new beer.
I tried making a Porter a while ago and had one while I was out in California at the Silverado Brewing Co, while I think this style of beer is one of the least know, it often times can be very very good.
After talking with Jimmy a bit the Opa Opa Southampton Porter was recommended, my first growler! This Porter is dark and rick in color with an ample head, which rather surprised as the growler was rather quiet when opened. The flavor was as expected from Porters, chocolaty with a hint of cocoa, a bit sweet and the a bit bitter. No real sense of hops. I am not sure if it is the growler or the brew, but it is a bit flat overall. The Porter at Silverado was exceptional, so maybe my expectations were set to high, still not a bad way to spend Halloween, drinking some beers!
Friday, October 31, 2008
Friday, October 3, 2008
Budweiser American Ale
When Jimmy suggested that I try a Bud American Ale, first thought that popped into my head was "Bud?", what is Jimmy crazy! Most people I know tell me I am a beer snob because I do not like, Bud Miller or Coors. I always say I prefer beer with some semblance of taste. Bud's American Ale was a pleasant surprise, compared to a regular Bud.
First and foremost I was glad to see that it is an all malt ale, no corn or rice. The American Ale has a great copper color and nice head that lingers. There is a nice sweet malty taste with a hint of hops as well as good aroma of, I am guessing, Cascade Hops. One complaint, though, I do feel it is a bit too carbonated, little less would help balance overall.
If you've read my other posts, you know I am a very big fan of Pale Ales, there does appear to be a bit of a distinction with Americans. Pales are still my favorite, but this one is not bad, especially for a Bud. Give it a try, if you like Pales, it is a bit different, but not bad
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