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Funkwerks – Oud Bruin
December 6, 2013 | Cory PelcABV: 7.5%
IBU: who cares, it’s an Oud Bruin
Funkwerks, the award-winning Saison-focused brewery in Fort Collins, Colorado, has released its first barrel-aged sour, Oud Bruin. Oud Bruin is the product of Funkwerks’ sour program which launched in early 2012. The base for Oud Bruin sat in oak whiskey barrels and oak red wine barrels for more than twelve months.
Southern Pecan Brown Ale – Lazy Magnolia
December 4, 2013 | Kate RobinsonIBU 19
ABV 4.39%
It was Thanksgiving, and I had a mountain of vegetables to peel and pare. That’s thirst-provoking work and I wanted a beer. But not just any beer. I wanted an American beer, something to go with my favorite all-American holiday.
New Belgium Brewing Company: 2 Below
December 3, 2013 | Scott Hoffman 2ABV: 6.6%
IBU: 32
I don’t like to shop. I need to have a carrot dangled in front of me in order to even get in a car and head in the general direction of a mall or department store. Typically that carrot is beer. Do I get to get to go to a liquor store? Fantastic. A good liquor store? Even better. Target doesn’t qualify as a good liquor store, or even a liquor store, but it has an aisle that I can wander and at least acts as a distraction from the buzzing overhead lighting and constant eyeball assault of red and happy imagery. We made this trip recently, and I was lured with the promise of a new coffee maker and beer. This is the way to my heart, friends.
The Commons Brewery- Flemish Kiss
November 28, 2013 | Andy HagemannI have been on a mission to try as many new beers as possible and have definitely had my fair share of seasonals recently. However, there is something to be … Read More
Brouwerij Lindemans – Cuvee Rene
November 27, 2013 | Philip JoyceBrouwerij Lindemans – Cuvee Rene
ABV: ?
IBU: ? Read More
The Faces of Stone’s Punishment
November 26, 2013 | Will Dozier 5Last week a group of PorchDrinking.com writers and friends got together to taste Stone Brewing’s Punishment. If you have not heard about this hellish creation, Stone’s Punishment is 2013 Double Bastard Ale brewed with freshly harvested peppers and aged in bourbon barrels. This has created one of the hottest beers that will ever grace your tongue. If you don’t believe us read Cory’s review here. We decided it would be fun to put our taste buds through the Punishment. Along the way we documented “The Faces of Stone’s Punishment.” Thank you to Billy of BillyBrew for joining us in this fiery ride and a big thank you to Corkscrews Wine Storage of Denver for hosting our tasting.
Corkscrews is the perfect location not just for wine storage but also to age those special beers you’re wanting to hold on to for a while.
Stone Brewing Punishment
November 26, 2013 | Cory PelcABV: 12%
IBU: 82
Stone Brewing Punishment is the 2013 Double Bastard Ale brewed with freshly harvested peppers and aged in bourbon barrels. So, when you add those spicy chilies to a big beer what do you get? The result is a chili beer with a tremendous depth of flavor, as well as a legitimate heat.
Getting A Woody | Stone Brewing Crime
November 26, 2013 | Will Dozier 2Background
Stone Brewing Crime
Style: Bourbon Barrel Aged Strong Ale with Chiles
ABV:9.6%
In November, I always look forward to when Stone releases their Double Bastard Ale. This has been one I always seek out. This year they have taken it to the next level. Stone has released three different versions that have been barrel aged. First, and tamest of the trio, Southern Charred which is their Double Bastard aged in various Bourbon Barrels. The next two really take the heat up. Bringing the fire, Stone’s Crime and Punishment are aged on an insane amount of peppers. This has created one crazy set-your-mouth-on-fire experience. So join me for the hottest Woody around, as I torch my taste buds with Stone Brewing Crime. Bring on the Pain!!
Stone Brewing Southern Charred
November 26, 2013 | Tristan ChanStone 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.
Coronado Brewing Company
November 25, 2013 | Doug StepinaI happened to be in San Diego during San Diego Beer Week at the beginning of November 2013 and had the pleasure of checking out some fantastic San Diego Breweries. … Read More
Jester King – Das Wunderkind
November 22, 2013 | Philip JoyceJester King – Das Wunderkind Sour Saison
ABV: 4.5%
IBU: ? Read More
Deep Ellum Brewing – Deep Ellum IPA
November 21, 2013 | Liz RiggsABV: 7.0% IBU: 70
I don’t know if you’ve ever been to Dallas, but if you ever find yourself in this fair city, make sure to grab yourself one of … Read More
Getting a Woody – Goose Island Lolita
November 20, 2013 | Will DozierBackground
Goose Island Lolita
Style: Belgian Style Wild Ale
ABV: 8.7%
There are four sour women that have made their way into to town. These women have spent time aging in barrels and mingling with fruit. Gillian, Lolita, Juliet, and Halia are part of Goose Islands Vintage Ales that were recently put on shelves here in the Denver area. A few weeks ago on PorchDrinking we discussed our favorite beer labels and without a doubt in my mind these ladies take the cake. Read More
Schlafly – Tasmanian IPA (Special Release)
November 19, 2013 | Jason BehlerABV – 7.2%, 60 IBU
Drooling, slobbering, out of control, the Tasmanian Devil etched himself into my mind from a young age, terrorizing the Looney Tunes universe throughout my childhood. … Read More
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company Showcase
November 18, 2013 | Doug Stepina
Buellton, California’s Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company opened in 2010, and it’s reach was extended this past Labor Day weekend, when they opened a brew pub 50 miles south down … Read More
Bear Republic – Black Racer IPA
November 18, 2013 | Josh Buchanan
ABV: 8.1% IBU: 75
To give some background, while traveling down to visit my brother in Arlington, VA for his Halloween party, I knew it would be frowned … Read More
DC Brau – Alpha Domina Mellis DIPA
November 15, 2013 | Erin PetreyABV: 8.5%
IBU: 100
UPDATE: Due to the use of an experimental hops variety from Hop Union, DC Brau is not currently making any new batches of this beer. And, … Read More
Sixpoint Brewery – Bengali Tiger
November 14, 2013 | Lindsay Krumel6.4% ABV
62 IBU
I was out running errands last Friday when I happened upon Sixpoint Brewery’s Bengali Tiger. I knew I had a beer showcase coming up, and my … Read More
Jolly Pumpkin Baudelaire IO Saison
November 13, 2013 | Kristin HubbardABV – 6.8%
Rarely getting Sundays off, I took full advantage of the day and decided to pair it with only the finest ingredients – stellar weather, tasty beers, the … Read More
Viru Pilsner – A. Le Coq Brewery, Estonia
November 12, 2013 | Andy ManshelABV: 5.0%
IBU: N/A
On a normal trip to my local liquor emporium, I stumbled upon a strange sight in one of the back coolers. Upon gazing, I see “Viru, beer from Estonia!”. My first thought was “where the hell is Estonia? Eastern block, maybe?” My next thought: “Well, I don’t think I’ve ever had a European beer from outside of Belgium, so let’s give it a whirl!”
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