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.

This Week In Beer 1/19/17

A weekly look and discussion about the world of beer for 1/19/17...

This week's YouTube Channel panelists include:


Rod J BeerVentures - http://www.youtube.com/c/RodJBeerVentures4U


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


Ronald Theriot - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrW2eoKdOlpFSlKHm98s8UQ


Reviewing Under Influence - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCelJeO1ZZdmJI21rmR-3ASQ


Jean H Pierre - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8tRXrqZzhiGsuMuEyx1Y-w


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


EricALionsFan - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ucenf13Dhrhw9OqpCJMBA


BoozeReviewsca - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0Krv_C5PzEpm1hslgX1ArA

Beer Review: DuClaw Dirty Little Freak

DuClaw Brewing out of Baltimore, Maryland, and their Dirty

Little Freak is the beer that I am checking out here. How do they describe this

beer? Coconut Caramel Chocolate Brown Ale to start and that’s enough to peak my

interest. Let’s see how it compares.

Commercial Description:

Dirty Little Freak Coconut Caramel Chocolate Brown Ale, first brewed in 2014, takes

the traditional American Brown Ale and gives it a sensual new twist – Coconut!

This medium-bodied, 5.8% abv brown ale is a feast for the senses from its

dominant blend of warm, roasted malt, coconut, caramel, and chocolate flavors

barely restrained by a gentle hop bite, to its tantalizingly satisfying finish.

But if you submit to our Dirty Little Freak, be warned: there is no safe word.

Beer Profile:

30 IBU

14 PLATO

5.8% ABV

STYLE

Coconut Caramel Chocolate Brown Ale

COLOR

Dark Brown

HOP VARIETY

Columbus, Fuggle

GRAINS

Pale, CaraMunich, Chocolate, and Melanoiden Malts

AVAILABILITY

12 oz. Bottle / Always on Tap