Thanks to the Brookston Beer Bulletin for finding this so that I could pass it on.
Velvet Merk- check that, Merlin
When Solace runs its course over the summer, it will be replaced by a sixer of Velvet Merlin. No, this isn’t an offshoot of the Velvet Merkin. It is he same thing just changed to avoid any “imperial entanglements” so to speak.
Either way, I am looking forward to it.
Review – Camino (Un)Real
If you thought that Saison du Buff was an odd beer, well, amble over to this figgy brew…
Firestone-Walker Parabola
The video is grainy and from far away and probably just too Blair Witch but the topic and speaker are great (and it’s short, so give it a quick listen at least.)
Sean Suggests for May 2010
This month a wheat beer, a double IPA and an espresso stout…
Click May 2010 Beers to see what has been selected.
a quick Firestone-Walker note
For all of you lucky enough to be in Los Angeles, Parabola from Firestone-Walker will be pouring soon from many of the fine craft beer establishments.
So check out Blue Palms, The Daily Pint and this Tuesday the 18th, the Surly Goat for a chance to taste why F-W is a World Beer Cup winning brewery.
Parabola
“We present Parabola, the first-ever bottling of this barrel-aged Imperial Stout. Just 1,000 cases [22 oz. bottles] were produced. This bold beer features nuances of bourbon and tobacco aroma. Rich dark chocolate flavors meld with charred oak, dark cherry and espresso finishing smooth on the palate. Parabola is best enjoyed in moderation and is a perfect addition to chocolate desserts.”
Tobacco? Charred Oak?
Now dark cherry and espresso, I can understand. But will it make me swoon like Velvet Merkin does?
another Stone 3 Way
Just when you are sick and tired of hearing another collaboration story. Here comes another one to re-excite….
El Camino takes you on a drive from San Diego to San Francisco with a stop in Paso Robles. I have liked previous incarnations but I have one potential roadblock.
Figs! I didn’t like them in Monk’s Blood and I hope they don’t dominate this beer cause they ruin things for my palate. I am not scared off and won’t try it but I will be wary.
Quantum of…
Firestone-Walker has a new six-pack entering the world. A wheat beer. I am glad that they are moving in this direction. They have IPA’s and specialty releases in bottles but this marks a broadening of the portfolio. And I am all for that.
The York + Firestone/Walker =
where you need to be next week.
Here are the details:
“The incomparable Highland Park gastropub, The York will be hosting the second of what what will surely be a series of beer dinners on February 24th… with Firestone Walker Brewing Company!
Chef/bon vivant/all around good guy, Dimitri, will be announcing the full menu next week, but look for 5 courses, each paired with 5-6 oz. of Firestone’s beers. Beers lines up include Velvet Merkin, Union Jack and more…
The cost is $40 and includes all the food and beer.”
Jace from Firestone will be there to talk beer with the locals, and giving away some swag for the raffle.
Reservations available by calling (323) 255-9675 or mary@theyorkonyork.com.