Monthly Archives: June 2009
Unibrue's Maudite
Brewed in the style of a Belgian Strong Dark Ale. Beers of this type are often a little higher in alcohol a more balanced feel to them. Often with a lot of complexity that can sneak by those with a … Continue reading
Southampton Publick House's Altbier Düsseldorf-Style Ale
The Altbier is a brown ale originating in Germany. Alt means old in German, although a quick check of YourDictionary, yields the meaning of high. This style is typically conditioned for a long period of time, longer than most styles. … Continue reading
Freetail Brewing Co's Simcoe Tadarida IPA
This one is and example of an An example of an American IPA , or India Pale Ale. Color can range from pale golden to red and often are cloudy. The American IPA is typically big on hops and often … Continue reading
Deschutes Brewing Co's Red Chair IPA
This one is and example of an An example of an American IPA , or India Pale Ale. Color can range from pale golden to red and often are cloudy. The American IPA is typically big on hops and often … Continue reading
Ska Brewing Co's Pinstripe Red
This one is an example of an American Amber Ale or Red Ale. As stated previously, this style usually heavier on the malt, contains hops and very often has a fruity character to it, with spices sometimes present. It has … Continue reading
Brewery Ommegang's Three Philosophers Belgian Style Blend
Another gem from the fine folks at Brewery Ommegang in Cooperstown, NY. This one is an example of a Quadruple ale. Ales of this type do tend to be just that, four times as strong as those brews labeled as … Continue reading
Real Ale Brewing Co's Sisyphus Barleywine Ale '08
As the name indicates, this one is a Barley Wine style ale. Brews of this type are usually not for the meek and this one is of the American barley Wine tradition. Characteristics are usually that of hops, fruity undertones, … Continue reading