Hey Brew Fans,
The season has arrived and it's time to dive into some new brews as things heat up. The imports hold some of the most unique and unusual brews. Some of these producers are finally getting away from their roots and making some different styles of beer. Here are a few of the new:
New International arrivals:
Unibrue Grande Reserve 17th Anniversary 22oz $14.99 10% abv
This is a Belgian Strong Dark Ale. The body has a deep brown color with dark crimson highlights. A thick and creamy off white head stands on top. This head hangs on very well and leaves nice lace patterns on the glass. There is an interesting blend of sweet malts, dark fruits, grapes, funky yeast, and earthy old leather. The 10% abv is very noticeable but in an inviting way. Just noticeable... more
Lava Smoked Imperial Stout Iceland 500ml $11.99 9.4% abv
The beer pours a blackish brown color with good head retention and considerable lacing. The nose is impressive and unusual. I get considerable smoked meat, along with light coffee, vanilla and... more
Contessa IPA Italian Pale Ale 750ml $17.99 7% abv
Golden and clear in appearance, Contessa exhibits a nose of citrus hops and honey malt. In the mouth, it is very soft, with great body and... more
Posca Rustica Scottish Gruit/Ancient Herbed Ale 750ml $11.99 8% abv
The beer pours a striking gold color with pretty good head retention and light lacing. The nose is pretty nice, as I get honey, orange peel, light vanilla, some light clove and some pretty nice underlying spice (mostly nutmeg I'd say). Mouth feel... more
New National Arrivals:
Monkey Fist IPA Shipyard Brewing 22oz. $3.99 6.9% abv
Pours a cloudy copper color. Huge frothy head. Very pretty. Head is of frothed milk. Head retains perfectly and leaves awesome lacing. Interesting nose. Smells like an English IPA. Sweet and malty combined with pleasant floral... more
Wookey Jack Black Rye IPA Firestone Brewing 22oz. $5.99 8.3% abv
Wookey Jack is Firestone's first foray into the dark outer world of black IPAs. Rich dark malts and spicy rye careen into bold citrus laden hops creating a new dimension in IPA flavor. This brew has been left unfiltered and unfined to retain all of its texture and character. At... more
These are some fantastic brews and worth trying. Some are in very limited supply and once gone will not be back for at least a year.
PROST!
~ Dan "The Beer Man" Rainey
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