Craft Beer Review: Crystal Pale Ale

From Samuel Adams: This crisp pale ale is named after Crystal hops grown
in Oregon, which give the beer its distinctive American hop character. 
That classic aroma and citrusy, floral flavor that the Crystal hops
provide is accented by the subtle earthiness of UK hops and balanced by a
deep yet subtle malt sweetness with notes of toffee.

Tasting Anderson Valley Winter Solstice

Winter Solstice® is our take on the classic style of “winter warmer.”
Boasting a deep amber hue and rich mouthfeel, its creamy finish will
lift your spirits. Hints of toffee, spice, and caramel tease the senses
making this the perfect ale to share with friends and family during the
cold days and long nights of winter.

(Available September – January)

FOOD PAIRINGS:

Roasted almonds, candied yams, baked spiral ham, pumpkin pie

CHEESE PAIRING:

Brie, Aged Cheddar

GLASSWARE:

Pint Glass 

ALC/VOL:

6.9%

BITTERNESS:

6 IBU

MALTS:

Pale Two-Row, Crystal (40L and 80L), Munich (20L)

HOPS:

Northern Brewer, Liberty

Craft Beer Review Saison Noir From Rockmill

Rockmill Brewery: Candied fruit, sweet potato créme brûlée, hints of caramel & mild tobacco in finish.

Craft Beers Gone Wild - Great Lakes Brewing Beers

This episode will explore two from Great Lakes Brewing Company: Lawn Seat Kolsch and Steady Rollin' Session IPA! If you would like to join as a speaker/commentator then let us know as well and we will get you the invite!

We also took a look at Hops by Numbers from Great Lakes Brewing and a big thanks to Dean from Shoe's Pub in Chicago for joining us!

Crafty Beer Review: Goose Ten Hills Pale Ale

Ten Hills traces its story to Elk Mountain Farms in Idaho, famous for
growing hops of exceptional quality and character. With hops from the
"first ten hills" grown for Goose Island at Elk Mountain, we crafted a
pale ale that delivers both a herbal and citrus hop character. We hope
you'll find the intriguing balance of flavors in this beer to be truly
unparalleled.

Craft Beer Review: Petite Saison Delivers ��

Rockmill Brewery: Subtle peach with pistachio and honey. Our lightest Saison, best Paired with Sunshine.