April 27th, 2011 8:29am - Posted By: Cody Flanagan
Julian Hard Cider 6.99% A.B.V.
I know what you may be thinking, cider? Really? Yes, but not your everyday cider, Julian Hard Cider. I have found that many ciders can be a bit on the syrupy side due to the amount of additives and preservatives found in their ingredients. But, this cider is created with only the freshest apples around. The color is a delicate shade of pale gold with only a hint of carbonation. The nose is very subtle with the aroma of freshly cut apples. The mouth feel is a delightful combination of acidity, effervescence, and tart apples with a clean finish. Refreshing from start to finish, Julian Cider is truly American to the core.
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April 20th, 2011 8:54am - Posted By: Cody Flanagan
Eel River IPA 7.2% A.B.V.
This week I decided that in honor of earth day, which is this Friday, I was going to feature an organic brew. So, be sure to check out Eel Rivers organic IPA. This stunning beer, that burns a rich garnet, is complete with a steady flow of of fine bubbles. The carbonation reaches the surface of the beer to form a pale beige head. The aroma offers a combination of yeast, hops, fresh citrus, strawberries, caramel, and a subtle hint of rose petals. This beer begins with a bright and fizzy texture followed by flavors of cola, lemon, and pine with a sticky finish of fresh hops. Take today to get your green on and pick up some organic brews from Eel River. Cheers!
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April 13th, 2011 8:51am - Posted By: Cody Flanagan
Ska Mexican Logger 4.2% A.B.V.
Ska's Mexican Logger is the perfect everyday porch pounder. This light bodied beer glistens a clear gold, with just the slightest amount of carbonation, and a subtle rim of pearly white bubbles. The nose is understated but is full of complex aromas including; cracked pepper, banana, molasses, tree sap, and peanuts. These flavors combine to create a bright, but smooth, mouth feel, with a sweet finish. I'm not a 'logger' myself, but after a long day at work this brew certainly does the trick. Cheers!
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April 6th, 2011 10:25am - Posted By: Cody Flanagan
Lagunitas Olde GnarlyWine 10.6% A.B.V.
The powerful and pungent GnarlyWine from Lagunitas, is definitely a brew for the more ambitious beer enthusiasts out there. This barley wine, that stands at a massive 10.6%, will certainly rouse the taste buds and cross the eyes. The color is a stunning shade of garnet, slightly murky, with a generous head of creamy tan bubbles. On the nose you get an overwhelming combination of hops, dark fruit, raisins, caramel, toffee, and vanilla with just the slightest undertone of alcohol. The taste starts off with a combination of hops and alcohol, but has a smooth mid-palate that transitions into a finish with flavors of raisins, candied sugar, toffee and vanilla. The alcohol lingers pleasantly in the throat, and by the time you reach the bottom of your glass you wont know what hit you. Grab this gnarly seasonal offering from Lagunitas, while supplies last! Cheers!
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