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Another in the Series based off of the book 1001 Beers You Must Taste Before You Die (1001 (Universe)). I stopped by Odell when I went out to Denver, and was successful in bringing a couple bottles of the IPA back. The IPA has eight hop... read more »
Another in the Series based off of the book 1001 Beers You Must Taste Before You Die (1001 (Universe)). Cutthroat Porter was originally brewed at the request of a tavern in Fort Collins, Colorado and named after the state fish. This was... read more »
Black Lager In Chicago and possibly a few other markets Guinness did a test run of a black lager under the Guinness name. Guinness is an iconic brand and one that does not seem to have the negative connotations of Miller, Bud etc.... read more »
Brooklyn is one of those breweries that consistently delivers quality beer, and the Oktoberfest exception. Brewed in the traditional Oktoberfest style this beer is full of flavor. The head disappeared rather quickly. Brooklyn uses... read more »
Several months ago Goose Island announced the end of Nut Brown. I used to buy Nut Brown as my solid choice to pair with food, in particular, steak. Until a year or two ago, brown ales were hard to find in the Chicago market. I always... read more »
Another in the Series based off of 1001 Beers You Must Taste Before You Die (1001 (Universe)) Oskar Blues Makes Canned Goodness Dale’s Pale Ale by Oskar Blues is quite possibly one of my most favorite beers. When Beer Bitch... read more »
Tumbler, an Autumn Brown Ale, comes to us from Sierra Nevada, and has a solid malty presence. Tumbler does not come off very hoppy, yet it has the same IBUs as Sierra Nevada’s Pale Ale (37 IBUs). I noticed a earthy, caramel aroma... read more »
Another in the Series based off of 1001 Beers You Must Taste Before You Die (1001 (Universe)) Flossmoor is one of my favorite places to go in Chicago, unfortunately it is too far to just stop by for a quick drink. I stopped by Flossmoor as... read more »
Wednesdays are for beer reviews and I know I have been telling you all about the 1001 beers. However, I had one of those beers that change perspective last weekend. Sigda’s Green Chili was light and crisp with a fiery chili side. I... read more »
Another in the Series based off of 1001 Beers You Must Taste Before You Die (1001 (Universe)) Stone Brewing sets itself apart from other breweries by refusing to use Cascade hops. Now, let me tell you, Cascade is my favorite hop. I love... read more »