Category: I would love to taste,,,

These are the beers that I wish I could taste for the first time.

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8 Malty Nights from Lompoc Brewing

One of the Portland places that I miss because I am in Los Angeles is Hedge House, part of the mini-empire of the Lompoc Brewing maestros. Partially because of their awesome line-up of Holiday beers.

Where most breweries have one or two Christmas ales, Lompoc goes out and includes Hanukkah in the mix too…
“Portland’s first Hannukah seasonal, 8 Malty Nights is a Chocolate Rye that features a roasted chocolate flavor and a sweet finish. It is dark brown in color and lightly hopped with English style hops (6.5% ABV). Bourbon Barrel Aged 8 Malty Nights was brewed for Hannukah 2009 and aged in bourbon barrels for nine months. It features a roasted chocolate flavor with hints of bourbon and oak (6.5% ABV).”

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Sierra Nevada – Beer Camp pack

Even though I am still a bit bitter about not winning the Beer Camp contest, it will not stop me from sampling the proposed variety pack of Beer Camp beers that Sierra Nevada may be distributing.

Expect really unexpected beers. The Beer Campers have not hesitated to be extremely creative. Maybe we will see Hop Secret 393, Juniper Black Ale, Biggar Beer and Knightro packaged together?

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XMAS BEER – Sun King’s Winter Storm Warning

I had my first sip of Sun King beer this year and now I want more!

Their winter offering comes with an ominous name and the word “imperial”. I recommend this beer because it is from a small place working in the shadow of 3 Floyds and because it is an ESB which is an undermade style the rest of the year. Let alone at Christmas.

Plus I love that these guys do the can beer thing too.

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XMAS BEER – a little nightcap

The Bridgeport Big Brew series keeps picking up steam…
“Nightcap was created to mirror traditional liqueur or spirit nightcaps enjoyed in hopes of warming cold toes and noses prior to a long winter slumber. A malt driven brew, Nightcap begins with the enjoyable bitterness of Chinook hops and finishes with strong hints of vanilla. BridgePort brewers aged 33-percent of the brew in Makers Mark oak barrels for nearly a year – evidenced in the warm and spicy undertones of the brew. Because of its unusual aromatic scent, it is recommended that Nightcap be enjoyed in a tulip glass to allow for the full fragrance to escape.”

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XMAS BEER – 21st Amendment Winter Warmer

I talked about Craft Cans now here is a can filled with a winter warmer.

Here is what the fine folks at 21st Amendment have to say about their winter seasonal…”Fireside Chat is a subtle twist on the traditional seasonal brew. We begin with a rich, dark ruby brown, English-style ale and then improvise with spices until we know we have a beer worth sharing with the nation. During Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s, Fireside Chat will brighten the faces of those who enjoy it, near the hearth or at the table. Its subtle blend of spices balances the malty ale and will make this a foodie’s favorite, as it pairs perfectly with holiday meals.”

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A Vertical Menorah

The creativity of brewers is amazing. And the same goes for a good marketer/advertiser.

Case in point….

The Schmaltz people have outdone themselves. This looks like a fun pack for anybody of the craft beer faith. Some of these beers are too much for me but the final beer, a mix of the other seven could be intriguing.

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Mikkeller dessert beer

How many times have you wished for a beer that had the same flavor profile as the Danish dessert risalamande?

OK, I’m just trying to hide the fact that I am again posting about Mikkeller and a new beer. It is getting old but no less fun

First, here is the risalamande….”Risalamande (or “ris a la mande”) is a delicious, traditional Danish rice dessert based on rice, cream, and almonds served with hot cherry sauce. Risalamande is typically enjoyed at Christmas time, but is recommended for dessert lovers all year through.”

Now here is the beer inspired by it…..

Apparently, all the pastry ingredients went into the beer. Is it good? Have you had it? I would love to hear reviews.