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July 28, 2004

Ekstra: Weisse Beer


Name: Ekstra: Weisse Beer
Brewed In/Type: Lithuania/Weiss
Dennis: I don't generally like Weiss beer's but this has a lot of spices added to it that make it a good choice. Not quite as crisp and clean as I like my beer's, it's a nice fall drink.
Jen: This beer is different. It has so many flavors it is almost too much. I like it, but there seemed to be too many spices in it. It was like someone dumped ingredients of a pumpkin pie into it: nutmeg, cinnamon, pumpkin. They probably should have called it Fall Weisse. I like octoberfest-type beers, but in october and not when I am expecting a good ole weiss beer!
Rating: 3.5 out of 5

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July 27, 2004

Stockyard Oatmeal Stout

Name: Stockyard Oatmeal Stout
Brewed In/Type: Chicago, Illinois/Stout
Dennis: This is a great beer. Great taste, great value, great everything. Not for the light hearted, this is more of a meal than a beer. A hearty stout (even more than Guinness) this has a deep rich dark chocolate taste to it. This is a great beer, but not a starter for all. You have to love hearty stouts to enjoy this, but if you do you are in for quite a treat.
Jen: I love this beer. Need I say more? Well, I will. It is a hearty beer, with flavors of chocolate, coffee and oats. The flavors are perfectly balanced and very robust. I have to say that this is one of my all time favorite beers, then again, I Love Stouts!
Rating: 5 out of 5

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July 26, 2004

Grolsch: Amber Ale

Name: Grolsch: Amber Ale
Brewed In/Type: Holland/Ale
Dennis: This is an unusual beer for me. I did enjoy it, but can't explain why. I think there's a tanginess underneath it that makes it such a light red beer. Almost reminds me of wine....but can't explaine why. I liked it, but probably would't buy it unless it was on sale.
Jen: After enjoying regular Grolsch so much, I had high hopes for this ale. It was a very good beer to drink and went down very easy. Was full of subtle flavors where none overwhelmed the other. It was definitely worth trying. If you enjoy amber ales, try this one for a change; it was just right!
Rating: 4 out of 5

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July 24, 2004

Grolsch


Name: Grolsch
Brewed In/Type: Holland/Lager
Dennis: Light, crisp, flavorful, all words that describe this wallet friendly beer. And I swear I'm not being swayed by the free bottle opener they sent me.
Jen: This is a great beer. It is easy to drink and has lots of good flavors in it. I always enjoy drinking this beer. It is for everyone. It is not bitter by any means and leaves a nice refreshing taste in your mouth. If you can't think of what kind of beer to buy; pick this one up. You will be pleasantly surprised!
Rating: 3.75 out of 5

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St. Paulie Girl


Name: St. Paulie Girl
Brewed In/Type: Germany/Beer
Dennis: I've never had this beer before, however I've seen the commercials. So I really didn't have any great expectations for it at all. That having been said I was nicely surprised at the clean, crisp taste of this beer. Sort of reminds me of Beck's, or a lighter (only slightly) Grolsch. It has a very distinctive beer taste, but isn't heavy enough to hang with the real beers. In all a good buy if on sale, and guarenteed to please for at least 12 bottles.
Jen: All I have to say is it's beer. Yeah, it is good, but we only bought it because it was on sale with grocery in-store coupon. I like how it tastes and it has no bitter after-taste, but there is nothing very special about. It doesn't jump out and grab me. I like it, don't necessarily see us buying it again unless it is on sale etc.
Rating: 3.5 out of 5

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July 22, 2004

Samuel Adams: Hefeweizen

Name: Samuel Adams: Hefeweizen
Brewed In/Type: Boston, Massachusetts/Weiss
Dennis: I'm not a big Hefeweizen fan, mostly because of the fact that I can't spell it properly without looking it up. This beer is cloudy, but only because they haven't bothered to strain out the yeast. if you like wheat based beer's then by all means indulge. I liked this beer but wouldn't buy a 12 pack of it. It does make for a nice change of pace though.
Jen: Being a fan of hefeweizen beer for a long time, I had high expectations for this one, and they were upheld. Definitely one of the better weizen that I have had. Easy to drink and good flavor. This is a great beer. It isn't overwhelming and doesn't leave a grainy taste in your mouth. If your into hefeweizen beers, pick this up and try it. It is totally worth it!
Rating: 4 out of 5

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July 21, 2004

Samuel Adams: Scotch Ale

Name: Samuel Adams: Scotch Ale
Brewed In/Type: Boston, Massachusetts/Ale
Dennis: After the first sip of this beer I had to stop and check to make sure my wallet was still there. This is a very serious beer, not for the weak of heart or tounge. Aside from Golden Monkey, this is the most tasteful beer I've ever had. Not light, very rich and leaves it's taste in your mouth to remind you who's the bitch.
Jen: Okay, the first time I drank this I was like "holy Schnicky's". But now that I am drinking it a second time it is good. Talk about alot of flavor. Very robust and strong. If your not an avid beer drinker, than steer clear. This is not for the light-hearted, but still a good beer!
Rating: 3.5 out of 5

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July 20, 2004

Samuel Adams: Cream Stout


Name: Samuel Adams: Cream Stout
Brewed In/Type: Boston, Massachusetts/Stout
Dennis: This, like all Sam Adam's beers, is a great beer. Deep chocolote taste, strong, but not abrasive. It does leave quite an aftertaste though, so I wouldn't recommend this to anyone who doesn't like a beer that is a stout.
Jen: Sam Adams continues to make a fine beer over and over again. This stout has a mild nutty flavor mixed with chocolaty undertones. It is definitely a smooth stout and full of flavors! It is robust and delicious! I could make a meal out of this cream stout. I strongly recommend that you try this someday! If you are having a hard time finding it, look for the seasonal packs (Brewmasters pack or the Winter Classics!) Drink up and enjoy!
Rating: 4 out of 5

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July 19, 2004

Samuel Adams: Boston Lager

Name: Samuel Adams: Boston Lager
Brewed In/Type: Boston, Massachusetts/Lager
Dennis: I consider this to be a beer by which all others are judged. Full, robust, very flavorful and with just enough tang to make it feel full bodied. Always a good choice is a very appropriate slogan for this beer.
Jen: This is just a great beer. There is nothing else to compare it to because there is nothing worth comparing. I think that this is by far one of the best beers ever brewed. Lots of flavor, great zip and a perfect body. A perfect beer to have on hand when you just feel like having a beer! I am in complete agreement with Dennis!
Rating: 4.5 out of 5

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July 18, 2004

Berghoff: Solstice Wit

Name: Berghoff: Solstice Wit
Brewed In/Type: Wisconsin/Ale(?)
Dennis: Jen's pretty much nailed this on the head. It tasted like sombody squeezed an orange slice in my MGD. No where near enough flavor to make this beer something I'd buy again. Kind of reminded me of a beer called Orange Blossom...but not as vibrant.
Jen: Ummm, is this beer or sparkling water? I was very disappointed with this one. I tend to like summery beers, but definitely not this one! It tasted more like beer flavored water than beer. It was drinkable with hints of orange in it, but it tasted watered down. Miller Lite tastes less watered down! I think that I will pass on drinking this one again!
Rating: 1.5 out of 5

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July 17, 2004

Berghoff: Dark

Name: Berghoff Dark
Brewed In/Type: Wisconsin/Lager
Dennis: This has to be one of the lightest dark beer's I've ever had. If your looking for Guiness then this is not the beer for you. That being said, this is still and enjoyable little beer that has more flavor than a regular beer, but not as much "bulk" as a real stout. Once again Berghoff comes out ahead in the cost department, making this beer a solid choice.
Jen: So they say that this is a dark beer. Yes, it is dark in color, but not necessarily in flavor. Don't get me wrong, I really like this beer, but for a dark beer it is very light. However, this beer is very easy to drink and full of flavors. This was not the first time I had had this beer and it won't be the last. It is a good beer and I enjoy it.
Rating: 4 out of 5

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July 16, 2004

Samuel Adams: Summer Ale

Name: Samuel Adams: Summer Ale
Brewed In/Type: Boston, Massachusetts/Weiss Ale
Dennis: I don't really taste the lemon in this myself, but the beer is a good one. Reminds me of a light white ale a little. While it doesn't stand out to much, it does have a unique taste that makes it enjoyable.
Jen: I really like this beer! It definitely has a "summery" taste to it! It has a nice medium flavor to it, not too strong but just enough. And the lemon in it is just perfect. I remember the first time I had this beer (on draft) and it was served with a lemon wedge! What a great idea! It gets my vote as a great addition to your summer BBQ!
Rating: 4 out of 5

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July 15, 2004

Leinenkugels: Honey Weiss

Name: Leinenkugels: Honey Weiss
Brewed In/Type: Wisconsin/Weiss(Wheat) Beer
Dennis: I like this beer, we certainly drink a lot of it. Perhaps because the brewery is so nearby that price always seems to nice to pass by. The wheat base gives it a cloudy kinda of taste, and the honey isn't overpowering at all. Goes down smooth with little/no aftertaste. This is more of a "finisher" than a "starter" beer, imho.
Jen: This is a really good beer. Easy to drink and it has a nice flavor. I think that the "honey" in it gives it a lighter taste and makes it smooth, with no aftertaste. I really like it and will continue to buy it. In the end, it is a great beer and I always look forward to drinking it!
Rating: 3.5 out of 5

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July 14, 2004

Boris

Name: Boris
Brewed In/Type: France/Ale
Dennis: What I liked best about this beer was the refreshing way it made me want to surrender when I drank it. All "french guys are pussy's" jokes aside, it's not a bad Ale, but the size is a huge limitation. It's crisp and has a good flavor but you just can't take it seriously because the bottle looks like a "baby bottle pop". Put this in a pint and it would be a good beer, but as it stands I wouldn't go out of my way to buy this either way.
Jen: This was a good beer. It had a lot of good flavors in it and was fun to drink because it was in a baby bottle. The bottle was 8.5 ounces! It was kind of like an appetizer! Something to start off the evening. I liked it and enjoyed it.
Rating: 3.5 out of 5

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July 12, 2004

Ekstra: Castle Ale

Name: Ekstra: Castle Ale
Brewed In/Type: Lithuania/Ale
Dennis: I think the thing I like best about this beer is that it comes in an actual pint bottle, rather than the standard US 12oz that we're used to (which...being imported makes sense). The taste of the beer is also a great point. It's very light, but flavorful. I would go so far as to say deceptively tasty.
Jen: I agree with Dennis (for once ;)). I really enjoy this beer because it is both light and flavorful. It is very easy to drink and goes down very smooth with no harsh after-taste. The size just makes it even better because there is just more to enjoy! Try one some time if you are in the mood for something new!
Rating: 4.5 out of 5

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