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1. Yuengling Lager
2. Fat Tire or Paulaner Hefeweizen
3. Smithwicks
On the note of home brews, any recommendations on where to start with home brewing?
On the note of home brews, any recommendations on where to start with home brewing?
Check out The Complete Joy of Homebrewing by Charlie Papazian.
Pat
Thanks, That will probably be my next purchase.
ObliqueApproach
08-10-2011, 11:45
Bishop's Finger
Spitfire
Scrumpy Jack (Cider)
Kingfisher-not sure how good it really is out of context, but when you are in the bowels of India, it sure tastes good! ;)
Intel Cop
08-10-2011, 19:08
The Complete Joy is VERY outdated at this point, but a fun read and full of Charlie's passion.
How to Brew, but John Palmer, is a more recent book that has been updated, although even that has a lot of old info that is considered no longer relevant since homebrewing has grown by leaps and bounds.
Check out Homebrewtalk.com, it is an amazing source of info and you will learn everything you need to know if you hang around there and ask the right questions.
Homebrewing is pretty much on par with my job as far as the amount of time I spend on it (much to my wife's chagrin ;) ). I'm currently helping plan a local beer fest with a homebrew component/competition, and am involved in an art gallery presentation involving the art of brewing and tasting small batch, craft beer.
WholeManin2010
08-10-2011, 21:14
1. Kilkenny Cream Ale - takes the cake any time
2. Shiner Ruby Redbird - not exceptionally sophisticated but fits everything like well-worn shoes
3. Spaten Optimator - doppel deliciosa
craigepo
08-11-2011, 07:15
I had some Leininkugel's Summer Shandy this weekend. Good hot-weather beer.
1. PBR, Genny Cream
2. PBR or Budweiser (in the US flag can!)
3. Stella Artois
My friend's mom told me I won't attract ANY women with a full set of teeth if I keep drinking PBR when I go out. Oh....darn ;)
PedOncoDoc
08-11-2011, 10:09
My friend's mom told me I won't attract ANY women with a full set of teeth if I keep drinking PBR when I go out. Oh....darn ;)
Do you prefer them without teeth (or removable ones)???:confused:
Smithwick's, Guinness, and Stella Artois are excellent.
A true unfiltered hefeweizen with lemon is divine.
Team Sergeant
08-11-2011, 10:37
Last time I was in Seattle I ate here (http://www.fairmont.com/seattle/GuestServices/Restaurants/Shuckers.htm) a couple of times.
They had/have an ale called "Manny's Pale Ale". I've had my share of ale's all over the country but Manny's was the best, ever.
PedOncoDoc
08-11-2011, 12:48
Last time I was in Seattle I ate here (http://www.fairmont.com/seattle/GuestServices/Restaurants/Shuckers.htm) a couple of times.
They had/have an ale called "Manny's Pale Ale". I've had my share of ale's all over the country but Manny's was the best, ever.
Let me know if you ever make it to southern Michigan - there are 2 or 3 pales here that are phenomenal - also let me know if you make it to Cleveland; the brewmaster at Fathead's (formerly of the Rocky River Brewing Company) has God-given talent that is not to be missed if in the area.
1. Ska Brewing Modus Hoperandi
2. New Belgium Ranger
2. Left Coast Brewing "Hop Juice"
The more hops, the better!
2. New Belgium Ranger
The more hops, the better!
I thought the NB Ranger was lacking in hops for an IPA, but then again I think Caldera IPA (http://www.calderabrewing.com/index.asp) has a good amount of hops.
Wolf Hills Brewing Co. (http://wolfhillsbrewing.com/main.php/main.php/) in Abingdon, VA has a great IPA (and double IPA) that will more than fulfill any hops addiction. The brewmaster is a former local brewgrouper who went through the ABG Craft Brewer Apprenticeship at Harpoon.
I thought the NB Ranger was lacking in hops for an IPA, but then again I think Caldera IPA (http://www.calderabrewing.com/index.asp) has a good amount of hops.
Wolf Hills Brewing Co. (http://wolfhillsbrewing.com/main.php/main.php/) in Abingdon, VA has a great IPA (and double IPA) that will more than fulfill any hops addiction. The brewmaster is a former local brewgrouper who went through the ABG Craft Brewer Apprenticeship at Harpoon.
Thanks for the tip! I'll have to keep my eye out for those.
Dozer523
08-12-2011, 12:39
Everyday:Bud (most derivitives)
Special: Guinness especially as a Black and Tan
Extraordinary: Irish Death out of the Iron Horse Brewery near Leavenworth.
They have it in the main Class VI at JB Ft Lewis.
Now there's a finally a reason to go to 1st Group!
Okay Gentlemen,
What the hell is it with Guinness? Mr. Furious, Dozer, anyone???:p
Am seriously curious why it is the best /slash QP beer of choice?
Does it make everything rise to the occassion faster, or is it just tastier?
Inquiring mind here that would like to know.:)
Holly:munchin
Do you prefer them without teeth (or removable ones)???:confused:
Smithwick's, Guinness, and Stella Artois are excellent.
A true unfiltered hefeweizen with lemon is divine.
Ha no teeth are a must! Just some poorly keyboarded sarcasm. I should have used the pink font.
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My friend's mom told me I won't attract ANY women with a full set of teeth if I keep drinking PBR when I go out. Oh....darn ;)
Ok that was hilarious. :D
Guinness...yep, still the best.
Ambush Master
08-14-2011, 20:54
Okay Gentlemen,
What the hell is it with Guinness? Mr. Furious, Dozer, anyone???:p
Am seriously curious why it is the best /slash QP beer of choice?
Does it make everything rise to the occassion faster, or is it just tastier?
Inquiring mind here that would like to know.:)
Holly:munchin
Lady.........Guiness Stout is simply Guiness Stout!!
Enjoy some, and you shall understand!!
Take care.
Martin
Lady.........Guiness Stout is simply Guiness Stout!!
Enjoy some, and you shall understand!!
Take care.
Martin
AM Sir,
Am ordering some for my graduation in a couple weeks! Will let you know...I hope.:p
Holly
Mr Furious
08-15-2011, 17:40
Okay Gentlemen,
What the hell is it with Guinness? Mr. Furious, Dozer, anyone???:p
Am seriously curious why it is the best /slash QP beer of choice?
Does it make everything rise to the occassion faster, or is it just tastier?
Inquiring mind here that would like to know.:)
Holly:munchin
Holly, It’s because Guinness is good for you!
It’s an acquired taste. I graduated SFQC in Apr 87 and two weeks later I was on a plane for England to stage for my first trip with my team. My first Guinness was at a little pub outside of RAF Sculthorpe on that trip with a few guys from the team and a couple of SAS blokes. From that point on, regular brew just won’t do.
OK a Mr. F treat (you will agree after trying it): take one pint Guinness and pour slowly into a glass, then take one shot of Captain Morgan’s spiced rum and pour that in. It will take any bitter edge off, gives it almost a hint of caramel flavor, and it will hit you twice as fast. It’s called an “Irish Pirate”. Make sure you use the normal Captain Morgan’s spiced rum and not their black rum, or it becomes an Irish Butt Pirate and tastes like ass…don’t do that.
GratefulCitizen
08-16-2011, 11:24
Guinness is more than just beer.
At the end of a long day, there's nothing quite like getting into some comfortable clothes, trading the boots for flip-flops, and sitting on the back porch watching the kids play.
Not using a frozen mug would be heresy.
longrange1947
08-16-2011, 13:56
Echos, it's a fad, the beer tastes like crap. "Bread in a bottle" served to the poor in instead of lunch for centurys.
Most who drink it, can't taste anything anyway due to destroyed taste buds. :munchin :D
Holly, It’s because Guinness is good for you!
It’s an acquired taste. OK a Mr. F treat (you will agree after trying it): take one pint Guinness and pour slowly into a glass, then take one shot of Captain Morgan’s spiced rum and pour that in. It will take any bitter edge off, gives it almost a hint of caramel flavor, and it will hit you twice as fast. It’s called an “Irish Pirate”...
Mr. F,
Thanks so mcuh for the information!!! Will have to try one next week with my Guinness...becuase you are a QP, and you said too!:cool:
Holly
Echos, it's a fad, the beer tastes like crap. "Bread in a bottle" served to the poor in instead of lunch for centurys.
Most who drink it, can't taste anything anyway due to destroyed taste buds. :munchin :D
LR Sir,
Oh my, well, I just said I am going to try one!!!:p
Please do tell what kind of beer ya'll Longrange types enjoy?:o
Good Advice, and thanks!
Holly
Ret10Echo
08-16-2011, 19:21
Echos, it's a fad, the beer tastes like crap. "Bread in a bottle" served to the poor in instead of lunch for centurys.
LoL
If you're only drinking Guinness out of a bottle, then you are missing the real experience. Proper pour of a draught pint is art :D
Guinness is more than just beer.
It's like soup for the soul...
PS Nice flip-flops!
longrange1947
08-17-2011, 17:20
WOW!!!! No real bites. :munchin :D :D
Dragbag036
08-17-2011, 18:14
WOW!!!! No real bites. :munchin :D :D
And here I thought you were once a 10th Grouper!!! I think Guinness is very tasty. It has to come from the homeland. When I was in Germany, I would visit many Irish Pubs. You could tell the true Guinness based on the pour, the taste, smell and so on. A good pint takes a while to come, while others are drinking their swill, us Guinness drinkers would wait. Hell, I think I will get me one now. I like mine to be in the proper glass...which I have, and let it sit for about 3-5 minutes before I take the first drink..ahhh...goes down smooth.
Longrange, you know I Love Ya, and still sing your TRUNKSLAMMER praises, but I will have to disagree with you on this one.
I drink Guinness when I want a governor on my beer consumption. Happened recently. ;):D
Pat
LoL
If you're only drinking Guinness out of a bottle, then you are missing the real experience. Proper pour of a draught pint is art :D
Sir,
I have heard that Guinness is best from the tap, and am looking forward to Mr. Furious's suggestion of trying it with rum! YUM.
Am hoping to get a full-on experience, as weak and limp flavors are not my thing.;):D
Holly
GratefulCitizen
08-19-2011, 13:01
"Bread in a bottle" served to the poor in instead of lunch for centurys.
I have found yet again another nugget of wisdom here at PS.com.
On vacation for a couple of weeks, so alcohol consumption need not be restricted to the evening.
Been drinking 2 or 3 Guinness "instead of lunch."
It's been wonderful!
Thanks for the suggestion! :D
mojaveman
08-19-2011, 13:14
the beer tastes like crap. "Bread in a bottle" served to the poor in instead of lunch for centurys.
Try a real German hefeweizen dunkle sometime. That's like eating half a loaf of bread. The volks in Bavaria have some pretty strong traditions on liquid lunches. They justify it because it contains hops, malt, and barley. :D
hydrashok
08-19-2011, 13:15
1.) Budweiser, Loose Cannon IPA
2.) Southern Tier 2x IPA, Guiness, Harp
3.) Gouden Carolus Grand Cru of the Emperor
Primo Lager for me can not be beat!
greenberetTFS
08-25-2011, 08:16
OK guys help this old walrus out........ There was a german beer I had at Tolz,it's name began with an "R"........It was the best german beer I've ever tasted........ Anyone out there remember it?..........;) I'd like to see if it's available here,but of course I need the name.........:rolleyes:
Big Teddy :munchin
Intel Cop
08-25-2011, 08:26
Radeberger Pilsner?
http://www.radeberger.de/
Great beer, and it is available here. I can get it in NY.
Stopp700
11-07-2011, 07:05
1. Miller Lite
2. Carlsberg
3. Real Spatan, not the import
greenberetTFS
06-13-2012, 05:37
Radeberger Pilsner?
http://www.radeberger.de/
Great beer, and it is available here. I can get it in NY.
That's it alright........;)
Big Teddy :munchin
GratefulCitizen
12-10-2012, 12:14
I'll drink to that.
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2012/02/10/what-are-health-benefits-beer/
(1VB)compforce
01-03-2013, 17:58
And for those who like their beer to have balls...
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2013/01/03/bull-testicle-beer-to-be-sold-later-this-month/?intcmp=features
The recent beer thread reminded me to post this. I had a bottle of Grand Teton Brewing's Gose last month while camping in the Teton's. It is slightly salty due to the use of water from Salt Creek outside Yellowstone, and sour because of the added lactobacillus. Very good.