Long Trail Brewing Harvest Barn Ale - Beer Review #479

Hailing from the state of Vermont is Long Trail Brewing and I had recently picked up one of their beers, the Harvest Barn Ale which you see here. This is an American Brown Ale that comes in a low ABV of 4.4% and an IBU of 18. What I found can be seen in the video but overall, the beer provides a terrific aroma and a great appearance. The texture does run a little thin and that can be expected, however, the flavor makes up enough to definitely cover that. And by the way, they also use maple syrup in the fermenting which works well for it.

Southern Tier Harvest Ale - Beer Review #478

This is my look at the Harvest Ale from Southern Tier Brewing, which happens to be a Late Summer – Early Autumn release each year. The beer itself is an English style Extra Special Bitter (ESB) and carries an ABV of 6.7%. This is a beer that gets better as it warms, in fact the preferred serving temperature is 45 to 50 degrees and it’s recommended to be served in a pint glass or a mug.

My thoughts on the beer can be found on the video review but overall, I found this beer to be rather pleasing in taste and flavor and to be good overall. It does resemble fall in the glass.

Rogue Ales Mocha Porter - Beer Review #477

The Mocha Porter from Rogue Ales is an American Porter that comes in with an ABV of 5.3% and IBU level of 54. The beer itself provides a nice complexity as Rogue used 12 ingredients for the recipe which includes 8 malts and 2 Hops along with their identifiable Pacman Yeast and Free Range Coastal Water.

My thoughts on this beer in more detail can be seen in the video review, but as far as an overall summary I will say that that beer delivers a good roasted taste along with a creamy texture that any mocha lover should enjoy.

New Belgium Hof Ten Dormaal - Beer Review #476

New Belgium Hof Ten Dormal is part of the Lips of Faith Series from the Fort Collins, Colorado brewer and is a collaboration beer with Brouwerij Hof Ten Dormal which is located in Belgium. This Golden Ale comes inwith a 7% ABV and 20 IBU, and blends together Mosaic hops along with Saaz hops. Other ingredients also include malted sunflower seeds, spelt and carrot herbs.

My Overall Summary: Floral, citrusy and a little spicy on the nose and taste, but it does have a refreshing quality although the carbonation is a little ramped.

Lil' B Evil Twin Brewing Co. - Beer Review #475

In this beer review I discuss Lil’ B from Evil Twin Brewing which is an Imperial Porter that comes in at 11.5% ABV and is brewed at Two Roads Brewing Company located in Connecticut. Dark in color and capped by a tan head, the Lil’ B is a complex beer that has nothing little about it. Watch the video and catch my thoughts on this beer.

This Week In Beer 1/26/17

A weekly look at what is taking place in the beer world...

This week's YouTube panelists include:

Rod J BeerVentures:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCasJ2pPa0BPeGUKuf8PwxSQ

Krunch Kretchsmar:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0Kx-smQcMpwIgmtj1YvKhw

Pourly Reviewed Beer:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa3HPnxClgsod_9aWgcK0rA

Tonya Makowski:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBgtSHN_ULbZO8792eU9RxQ

ThomasMetal75:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcGmtwbq2xiw6q4b9Pf3XZA

Beer Reviews * Evil Twin Soft DK *

Ha Ha, so here I am taking a look at the Soft DK or “Soft Dookie” from Evil Twin Brewing. You can decide on which you prefer for the name, but this Imperial Stout comes in at an ABV of 10.4%. Let’s get after it and see how it compares.

Commercial Description:

This stout looks like soft dookie and some will say it smells and tastes like it too. If you like a thick, creamy and utterly vanillalicious stout you’ll like this one. If you don’t, get yourself something else instead.

Style: Imperial Stout

Brewed: Two Roads Brewing Co, CT

ABV: 10.4

Beer Reviews * Adelbert's Flyin' Monks *

Well, I have reached the end of my current journey through the beers I have acquired from Adelbert’s Brewery located in Austin, Texas. Thank you again Sarah for the opportunity as I conclude with this look at their Flyin’ Monks. And what a way to end, this Belgian Quad comes in at 10.9% ABV and is conditioned with rum oak cubes from the Spirit of Texas Distillery. Oh yes, let’s see how this one compares for sure!!!

Commercial Description:

2016 Great American Beer Festival Bronze Medal in Belgian and French Style Quadrupel 

2015 Gold Medal from Artisan Awards

2015 International Craft Competition Awards Gold Medal

2014 Rockies/Southwest Regional Champion by United States Beer Tasting Championship (USBTC)

THE ALE: Conditioned on oak cubes used by Spirit of Texas Distillery to age their Pecan Street Rum, this ale has complex sweet oak, rum flavors with a warm alcoholic finish. Pair with dark chocolate desserts or bold cheeses.

THE STORY: The power of flight can be achieved through zen-like focus and concentration. This ale will not help.

Beer Reviews * Adelbert's Philosophizer *

As I near the end of my journey through the beers of
Adelbert’s Brewery, I now turn my attention to their Philosophizer. This Saison
or Farmhouse Ale comes in with an ABV of 7.8% and 36 IBU. I recently tried the
gin barrel version of this ale, so let’s see how the standard compares.

Commercial Description:

2013 Craft Beer Awards Gold Medal

Gold Medal Saison from Best of Craft Beer Awards

2014 Silver Medal from Best Little Brewfest in Texas

Bronze Medal from 2016 Commonwealth Cup

THE ALE:

This smooth ale tastes citrusy with yeasty notes and a hint of peppery spice. Its dry
finish and mild carbonation make it perfect for pairing with grilled chicken,
rich fish dishes, and cheeses like camembert and brie.

THE STORY:

Philosophizer was a common term used to describe Del. He often came up with the perfect
solution to a complex problem while drinking a beer and watching the sunset.
Don’t be surprised when you enter into deep philosophical debates after opening
a Philosophizer. Just pop one open, pour, sip, and ponder.

Beer Reviews * Adelbert's Contemplating Waterloo *

My journey continues through the beers from Adelbert’s Brewery
and this time it is Contemplating Waterloo that I will be examining. This beer
stands as a special release ale, as it involves the use of the brewery’s Saison
titled Philosophizer being fermented in gin barrels. The final result is the creation
of a beer that comes out at a 9.1% ABV. Let’s see how it compares.

Commercial Description:

A complex array of lavender, juniper and oak from the barrel balanced with the
Philosophizer to create a smooth, warming ale. Pair this ale with chicken
alfredo, veal scaloppini and strawberry cheesecake.

Beer Reviews * Adelbert's Tripel B *

My journey continues through the beers from Adelbert’s
Brewery and this time it is Tripel B that I will be examining. This Belgian
Tripel comes in with an ABV of 9.3% and I am looking forward to seeing what it
offers. Let’s see how it compares.

Commercial Description:

This complex, straw-colored ale has clove and pear aromas. A marriage of spicy and
fruity flavors help perfectly balance its elegant malt profile. Pair with rich
foods like steaks, roasts, earthy cheeses, and cheese cake.