Octoberfest Seasonals, Back Again!
It’s that time of year again. We’re heading back into the Octoberfest season with some great seasonal brews. Last year we covered a bit about Oktoberfest so we won’t rehash the obvious, today. It’s just important to remember to go out and try a few octoberfest seasonal beers this year.
We’re not saying you’ve got to [...]
Everyday Drinkers Podcast 15: Summer Beer
This episode covers all things summer in the beer catalog, from ales to lagers to creamy hippie beers which require constant refridgeration. We take a look at the history of the summer ale in comparison to other seasons and listen to Doug tell us why he hates beers with lemon taste.
We also talk about my [...]
Otter Creek ‘Otter Summer Ale Review
It’s that time of year, the time for a nice refreshing seasonal beer with the taste of summer. Otter Creek, a brewery located in Vermont, has their ‘Otter Summer Ale in season and it’s the perfect pick-me-up for a relaxing summer day.
This crisp yellow beer mimics that of the sun with a slight cloudy haze [...]
Woody Creek White Belgian-Style Wit
Looking for a traditional white ale with crisp taste and lasting appeal? Flying Dog’s Summer Seasonal has hit the market and their wit beer is a great competitor to the likes of Blue Moon, a Canadian brewery company (aka Coors).
This beer has very little aroma on the nose but shows highlights of citrus flavor on [...]
Everyday Drinkers Podcast Episode 10: Spring Ale
This episode covers Flying Dog Garde Dog, Dogfish Head Black & Blue, Smuttynose Hanami Ale, Harpoon Hibernian Spring Seasonal, Blue Moon Rising Moon Spring Ale and Otter Creek Spring Ale.
We’ve also got a special guest, Zach, who goes through his uber pilsners and other Virginia local brews.
Saison, The Tree Hugger Beer?
Saison, French for “Season,” is a very old rustic brew style which has retained much of its heritage over the years. Much like the Abbey Ale of Belgian background, the Saison is a Farmhouse brew where Farmers represent the “Monks” of the style. Most of us cannot remember a time before electricity was popular, refrigeration [...]
Celebrate With Session Beers
This is the season to go outside, have barbeque’s and enjoy life with friends. I understand there are people around the world that enjoy the winter time, winter sports and bitterly cold weather, but for everyone else the spring and summer time is the time to kick back and get lazy.
Need further proof? Many folks [...]
Biere De Garde [VIDEO]
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If you’ve read my review of Garde Dog and you’re still not convinced, this video should cover everything you need to know about why you should prepare your taste buds for Biere De Garde.
Flying Dog’s Garde Dog: Biere De Garde
Spring is here in the United States and, although quite cold yet, there is no better way to ring the Spring in than a good golden brew. Everyday Drinkers has had the honor of being given an advanced copy of Flying Dog’s next seasonal: Garde Dog, Biere De Garde.
In my hasty excitement I ran over [...]
Old Ale, Strong Ale, Winter Warmer
The names for all ales under the category of a winter ale: old ale, strong ale or winter warmer. Here in the United States, especially up here in New Hampshire and above in Canada know the bite of a winter chill all too well.
In short, it’s damn cold.
This is also true in higher altitudes and [...]
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