Newcastle Summer Ale

Newcastle's summer seasonal isn't quite the same as many American craft breweries' seasonals. As an English bitter beer, it's less fruity and "summery", but that doesn't mean it's not a good summer seasonal. The color is a dark golden yellow, darker than the bright yellow star on the label. The aroma is malty, with a very... Continue Reading →

Piraat Ale

I'll be honest, the name of this one influenced my choice to order it. It also helps that I love Belgian IPAs, and this one lived up to its homeland's reputation for beer. Piraat is brewed by Brouwerij Van Steenberge N.V., located in a village in Belgium's northeast. It pours a wonderful golden-amber color, and... Continue Reading →

Eight Degrees Knockme(al) Down Porter

This is a beer from 8 Degrees Brewing Company in County Cork, Ireland. As an English Porter it delivers a great, malty taste. The bottle says it is balanced well using old world hops, I would say that it definitely leans toward the malts. Even though it leans strongly toward malts, I can't help but... Continue Reading →

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