How Is That Legal?! Legalizing Marijuana

*Now that purchasing marijuana has officially become legalized in Colorado we thought we’d re-visit one of our favorite posts from last year with a few extra additions. With all the hubbub about legalizing marijuana we looked at a few other things that are legal that probably shouldn’t be.*

Please let it be known that we intentionally tend to avoid discussing politics on PorchDrinking unless it involves parody, humor or, more commonly, drinking games. And this election season has certainly provided many such opportunities.

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PorchDrinking.com 2014 Golden Globes Live Blog

Every year we get amped up for awards season by bringing out the wit, snark, and hilarious commentary during the Golden Globes. Join us at 8 p.m. Eastern, 6 p.m. mountain for this year’s 2014 Golden Globes Live Blog with  your favorite PorchDrinking Pop Culture writers.

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Renegade Brewing Company | Black Gold Peanut Butter Cup Milk Stout

Renegade Brewing Company

925 W 9th Ave, Denver, CO

ABV: 11%

“It tastes so good once it hits your mouth”- Frank “the tank” Picard.  At least thats what I imagine Will Ferrell’s character rambunctiously proclaiming after one taste of Renegade Brewing Company’s Black Gold. Not to bury the lead, Renegade Brewing Company Black Gold is a Peanut Butter Cup Milkstout that tastes every bit as sweet tooth satisfying as it’s namesake lets on.  While the chocolate flavors play second fiddle when compared to the dominant presence of the peanut butter, the symphonic conjuring of childhood candied flavors, are undeniable.

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12 Beers of Christmas | Day 11 Prairie Artisan Ales The Beer That Saved Christmas

Prairie Artisan Ales The Beer That Saved Christmas

ABV: 10%

Something special is happening in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Prairie Artisan Ales, which was opened by brothers Chase and Colin Healy in 2012, has been quietly making some of the best farmhouse and barrel-aged beers in the country. Their mission, as stated on their Facebook page, “Is to create beers that go beyond the middle of the country to reach people around the world.” And they’ve clearly succeeded.

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Last Minute Holiday Beer Gifts

Sure it’s the week of Christmas, but just because you haven’t found the perfect gift yet doesn’t mean it’s too late. We’ve got a list of last minute holiday beer gifts for the beer fanatic in your life.

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PorchDrinking Playlist: Snow Songs

As children, we’d pull out all the stops when it came to the potential of a snow day. I often think back to countless nights I spent donning pj’s that had been flipped inside out huddled around the window scoping out those first flakes as they caught the glimmer of the street light outside of my house. Because seeing those flittering white flecks meant the sure possibility that we’d be granted a much needed reprieve from school the next day. What followed often resulted in a tribal dance channeled directly to the snow gods to bring the proverbial frozen rain. This playlist of snow songs is devoted to the inner child in us in hopes of a safe and snowy December.

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12 Beers of Christmas | Day 1: Upslope’s Christmas Ale

You know the feeling you get while barreling down the stairs on Christmas morning as a kid, and you find a twinkling tree replete with packages, that have been neatly wrapped, waiting to be clawed apart? Well that’s kind of the feeling you might get when you see the red shimmering packaging for Upslope’s debut Christmas Ale.

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PorchDrinking Playlist- Shredding Mix

Yo bro you hittin that gondi for some gnar pow pow?  Ok seriously never talk like that… ever please.  But post Thanksgiving in Colorado generally ushers in the official start of skiing and snowboarding season.  So while you’re carving on the mountain, we created a list of tunes to help make your experience just a bit more epic.  Just remember safety first!

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Our Mutual Friend Malt and Brew 1 Year Anniversary

It’s been talked about often here on PorchDrinking about the transformation that has taken place in the RiNo district of Denver, CO in regards to the craft beer revolution. Our Mutual Friend Malt and Brew is one of those leading the charge and this weekend they celebrate their 1 year anniversary. Cheers to you OMF, may you have many more celebrations to come.  We’ll be on hand to help OMF celebrate and we’d love for you to join us both tonight, and Saturday night! Here’s what’s going down…

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2013 Parade of Darks Preview

Just when it was looking like Colorado would get treated to a mild season, father winter decided to remind us of his cold, bitter sense of humor. 60 degrees on Sunday, 9 degrees on Wednesday means more than just flannel sheets and cranking up the butt warmers in cars. It’s also time to transition into stouts, porters and all beers dark.  Luckily for Denverites, this weekend, Wynkoop Brewery once again plays host to the Parade of Darks, ushering in a flood of those roasty, chocolatey favorites.

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PorchDrinking Playlist | Thanksgiving Edition

We here at PorchDrinking are thankful for many things. But mostly we’re thankful that you have been along with us on this incredible journey for the past year and a half. For today’s PorchDrinking Playlist I decided to research as many songs about giving thanks and mostly having the words thanks and thank you in their title. Oh, and of course a little Charlie Brown and Adam Sandler were necessary. So have a wonderful holiday with your friends and family and we thank you for joining our family for the past several months!

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The Ultimate 6er Guide to Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving falls short to only Amurrrcuhhh Day as my favorite holiday because it’s basically the O.G. (original gangsta) of Amurrrcuhhh Days. And there is nothing better about Thanksgiving than the gluttonous consumption of turkey, taters, OFGBC (old fashioned green bean casserole), stuffing, gravy and, of course, beer. This year PorchDrinking wanted to ensure that you had the perfect sixer for your Thanksgiving meal. So, without further ado, your Thanksgiving edition of the Ultimate 6er.

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Stone Brewing Southern Charred

Stone Brewing Company- Southern Charred

IBU: 95

ABV: 12.5%

Stone Brewing Southern Charred reminds me of my childhood for a number of peculiar reasons. First, it should be noted that I originally hail from the great state of Kentucky. As a result, I’ve developed a natural affinity toward all beers Bourbon-barreled, and Southern Charred just so happens to fall into that category.

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Stone Brewing Company Digital Tap Takeover

Welcome to the 2013 Stone Brewing Company Digital Tap Takeover of PorchDrinking.com.  Today we will feature a number of exciting posts all devoted to Escondido, CA’s Stone Brewing Company, which … Read More

Stone Brewing Digital Tap Takeover

Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, November 26th as Stone Brewing Company hosts a “Digital Tap Takeover” of PorchDrinking.com.  Tomorrow’s coverage will feature three showcases of Stone Brewing’s most recent new releases, … Read More

UPDATED: Strange Brew vs Strange Brewing Company

This morning it was announced that Marlboro, MA based Strange Brew Homebrew Shop and Denver, CO based Strange Brewing Company reached a mutual settlement on their year long trademark dispute.

“I am glad that we were finally able to come to a resolution which respects our right to the Strange Brew trademark while still keeping Strange Brewing Strange,” said Brian Powers, owner of Strange Brew Beer & Wine Making. “Now we can focus on providing quality home brewing supplies throughout the busy upcoming holiday season, and moving forward with the permitting and construction of our own nano brewery.”

“As a small craft brewery, our objective is to create exceptional craft beer for our local, Denver community,” said Strange Brewing co-founder and head brewer, Tim Myers. “We’re extremely optimistic about the future and look forward to finalizing the agreement so that we can continue doing what we love – brewing quality, small-batch craft beer.”

Despite the settlement which allows Denver’s Strange Brewing to keep it’s name, in the opinion of this blog, Massachusetts based Strange Brew Beer & Wine Making still remains a giant turd. For more background on the dispute, listed below is our previous post:

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PorchDrinking Playlist: Songs That Make You Happy

Whether it’s a calming precursor to a night of slumber, a conjuring nostalgic link to past memories, or a toe tapping form of inspiration to pull someone out of sorrow, music can have a transformative effect on a person’s mood. Today’s playlist is devoted entirely toward songs that make you happy.  These are the toe tappers, the frown upside downers and in some cases songs about being just gosh darn happy. Let me know if these have the same effect as they do to me!

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PorchDrinking Playlist: 90’s Night Edition

My roommate Shane’s Birthday is this Friday. He’s turning 26 years old. Emphasis on old. Last year to commemorate his 25th we threw an 80’s party that goes down … Read More

2013 Denver Bacon and Beer Festival

Bacon, it’s rare situation where the word alone has the power of conjuring deeply seeded carnal desires. Add craft beer to the equation and it’s a combination fit for the gods.

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New Belgium Brewing | Accumulation White IPA

New Belgium Accumulation White IPA

ABV: 6.2%

IBU: 70

When thinking of Winter seasonals, one usually gravitates towards stouts, porters, and Christmas-y spiced ales.  However, New Belgium sees your traditional winter seasonals and raises you a White IPA.

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