The Official INGO Beer Snob Thread

[JettaKnight]

No, I didn't say Nosferatu is flavorless. I do think its flavor is overpowered with alcohol, though.

Sweet, sweet alcohol

Let it age and develop sometime.

 

[casselmb]

I saw the Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale at Kroger a few days before reading this thread and was interested, but not enough to pay $13.49 for a 4-pack. Well after seeing Scutter's review, I was convinced. My wife and I each had one Friday night. While I'm not experienced enough to attempt to add any detail to Scutter's review, suffice it to say that I've found a new favorite beer. I am a big fan of bourbon and am getting into craft beer, so this was a welcome find for me.

On another note, the Brownsburg Kroger has recently changed their store layout and expanded their alcohol selection. They have quite a selection now, including a make-your-own-6-pack option.

 

[GBuck]

On another note, the Brownsburg Kroger has recently changed their store layout and expanded their alcohol selection. They have quite a selection now, including a make-your-own-6-pack option.

MIND BLOWN.

 

[NDguido]

Thank you football season. Sam Adams Octoberfest is back!

 

[AmericanBob]

As is Leinie's.

and a ton others. Seems to be quite the proliferation of "Oktoberfest" beers this year.

 

[jetmechG550]

I'll preface this with I think it's only available in the Harvest Varietals pack...
Sam Adams Hazel Brown. I'm not a big fan of hazel nut anything but this beer surprised me and was quite good. Nice rich brown color much like a hazel nut, hints of caramel in the flavor with a very light sweetness. Something different and would be great sitting around an afternoon fire on a crisp fall day. 5.2% ABV and this is the first year for this Sam Adams seasonal.

 

[TheRude1]

Every sunday I like to enjoy a little treat for myself
So here is a couple of weeks worth of treats

 

[jetmechG550]

Every sunday I like to enjoy a little treat for myself
So here is a couple of weeks worth of treats

Reviews?

 

[TheRude1]

Dirty Old Bastard 6.9%,2012
A pinch hoppy but richer than a regular 6.9, harty

John Barley Corn 11%,2009
Rules the wold ! I have a couple of 2006, that will be a good day

Stone IPA 6%,2011
Good but the Stone IPA Ruination is better and more $

PEPE NERO 6.9%,2011
If guinness made a lt beer I think it would be like this. The bottle says to let sit for 5 yrs to mature, I have one waiting for that day

Bellhaven 6%,?
Not impressed, just gave me bad acid indigetion

 

[jetmechG550]

I love Stone IPA and yes Ruination takes the cake but it is in essence a double and if your not a hop monster then it can be a bit overpowering. I had a Stone 16 Year Anniversary IPA tonight, unbelievable. Probably the best IPA I have ever had. Just the right balance of everything and almost didn't seem IPA hoppy. It was almost creamy and just so smooth. It's limited production and locally I have only found it in bombers, maybe I'll pull a CA trip and see if I can find a 6, 12 or case to bring home.

 

[nm0369]

Drifter Pale Ale 5.7% ABV
Widmer Brothers Brewing (Portland, OR)



Price:

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$8.99 for a 6-pack

Appearance:
Darker than any normal pale ale, a pale/red hybrid of sorts...

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Aroma:
A citrus blend w/ hints of caramel

Taste:
A good contrast of the things you smell. I can't think of an accurate comparison off the top of my head. I imagine this beer would appeal to a wide spectrum, great flavor with a middle of the road umph!

Letter Grade:

A

 

[daddydug]

I dont know if this beer is available in Indiana but me brother-in-law brings it to me from Germany n it is very good!! It is a non pastuerized beer that is very smooth.

 

[TheRude1]

Ill take a look for that
Thanks

I love Stone IPA and yes Ruination takes the cake but it is in essence a double and if your not a hop monster then it can be a bit overpowering. I had a Stone 16 Year Anniversary IPA tonight, unbelievable. Probably the best IPA I have ever had. Just the right balance of everything and almost didn't seem IPA hoppy. It was almost creamy and just so smooth. It's limited production and locally I have only found it in bombers, maybe I'll pull a CA trip and see if I can find a 6, 12 or case to bring home.

 

[BCCS]

IMHO one of the best IPAs out there.

 

[hopcam]

If you're ever in Birmingham, Alabama try to stop at the Good People Brewing taproom. Was there Friday night. It was great. Kinda like drinking beer in your garage. No food, but you can bring your own.

 

[snowrs]

I just finished a Southern Tier Pumpking, probably one of the best Pumpkin beers I have ever had, I had it with a Shafly, and a Punkin Ale By DFH and it blew both of them away. I still have Eylsian Great Pumpkin, Shipyard Pugsley, and an Avery Rumpkin to go for my yearly pumpin ales.

 

[nsolimini]

If any of you are in the Bloomington area, a buddy of mine is opening a craft beer bar called "The Tap". 50 different craft beers on tap and live music. It is due to open October 27th

 

[Reno316]

I was in Yakima, WA, this week for business, and had the Yakima Craft Brewing Company Twin Stags Scotch ale.

Twin Stag Scottish Ale - Yakima Craft Brewing Co. - Yakima, WA - BeerAdvocate

Really good stuff. Very silky smooth, like a Guinness, but with more flavor and a cleaner finish. A bit of a bitterness at the first sip, but that mellows out after the third pint. Or so it seemed.

Not at all a bad way to kill off excess liver cells.

 

[HollidaySlim]

Picked up a growler of Thr3e Wise Men Aguadolce Pale Ale.

Malty with a rather intense (for a pale ale) hop profile ( it is wet hopped so its to be expected). Thr3e wise men makes some really good beers.....

Sorry about the enormous picture, i didn't feel like cropping.......

 

[nascarfantoo]

Love that Founder's Double Trouble! Very fond of Schlafly's Pumpkin Porter ... unfortunately on available as limited cask beer in Tap Room.