December 2009
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Highland Oatmeal Porter
While Mr. Weathers is out touring the country, I (Mr. Marino) will be providing goodies from the homefront. Our good friend Linsday Smith, who helps us screenprint, is here to try the Highland Oatmeal Porter with me. We’ll keep this one short and sweet for you. This brew is dark, toasty, and delicious. At first I was a little turned off by the strength of the flavors, but after a few sips...
Reviews From the Road: Houston, TX - Lone Star
This beer is a great representation of the state of TX. I came across this Dallas-brewed, affordably priced beer at a Texas Barbeque place just outside of Houston. Lone Star was the perfect companion to a plate of beef brisket and potato salad. No fancy flavors here - just your average beer. Not too light, but not heavy at all. I likened it to a fuller-bodied version of Pabst. Although Lone Star...
Reviews from the Road: Huntsville, AL - Old Towne...
For the next couple of weeks, I (Andrew Weathers) will be doing periodic reviews from the road, as I tour the US playing music, and sampling local brews. Last night I played at a place called Flying Monkey Arts in Huntsville, Alabama. The place is a beautiful old mill that’s been converted into artists studios, and also holds a theatre. After the show, we went out, hosted by some wonderful local...
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Highland Gaelic Aleer
The Gaelic Ale was first introduced to us earlier this summer at our friend Justin’s wedding way out in Hendersonville. Made by the Highland Brewing Co. in Asheville, the Gaelic is a nice balanced amber ale with a toasty malt body and a hoppy finish. Somehow we imagine this being the perfect complement to a steak dinner. It also has sort of a forest or wood taste, maybe this is what the...
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Brewdog Paradox Imperial Stout
After a lengthy and educated decision process made by Andrew Weathers and experienced comrade Darryl Jones, this is the one they had chosen to finish the night with. The $11 bottle (12oz.) of Paradox Imperial Stout. They hadn’t realized how expensive this really was until they had payed for it, but oh well too late! It turned out to be an interesting experience nonetheless. This dishes out...
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Dogfish Head Chicory Stout
This is an interesting discovery by our good friend Brian Lesser. It’s a little different than any stout we have had before. Very roasty tasting with organic Mexican coffee and chicory, but at the same time very smooth. This is a pretty heavy hitter, but in a unique way. The flavor is strong, but not overpowering. Although you probably won’t want drink more than a couple bottles at a...