Half and half? Not sure which is best….
Beer of the day - BOTD - 2024
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My go to cheap beer. Used to be Busch, sometimes Miller High Life. Now it's Hamms
That was one of my pop's go-to beers.
Ah, great to see you in this thread, Chris.
Thanks Eric, it's been a little icy outside today, so I thought I would have an icy cold one with a large sausage for lunch.
A couple of different ones. First, from Ursa Minor Brewing, Duluth, MN....
I wanted to try this one and compare it to Sam Smith's. While I love it, I think Sam Smith's runs a little sweet. Ursa's had a bit more balance in its presentation, and a higher ABV at 7.5%. More expensive per ounce, too.
The Hamm's post brought back some memories... the ads especially; I really remember them from AM radio broadcasts when my dad used to listen to the Minnesota Twins games on the weekend. For me, it was a reminder not to dismiss the brewers in your area that you wouldn't consider "craft"....
After Yuengling, August Schell is the second oldest brewing family in the US. They brew your mainstream American ales/lagers (Grain Belt, Nordeast). This seasonal offering explores rye as a brewing element. Very interesting; a mild, subtle bready note on the nose. rocky head, and a full/rich palate delivery, slightly bitter from the rye malt, but definitely good.
I wanted to try this one and compare it to Sam Smith's. While I love it, I think Sam Smith's runs a little sweet. Ursa's had a bit more balance in its presentation, and a higher ABV at 7.5%. More expensive per ounce, too.
The Hamm's post brought back some memories... the ads especially; I really remember them from AM radio broadcasts when my dad used to listen to the Minnesota Twins games on the weekend. For me, it was a reminder not to dismiss the brewers in your area that you wouldn't consider "craft"....
After Yuengling, August Schell is the second oldest brewing family in the US. They brew your mainstream American ales/lagers (Grain Belt, Nordeast). This seasonal offering explores rye as a brewing element. Very interesting; a mild, subtle bready note on the nose. rocky head, and a full/rich palate delivery, slightly bitter from the rye malt, but definitely good.
Daura (best gluten free beer, with many awards--not just my word). Slightly more alcohol than a Bud. 
I know this may get strange looks (dunno), but there are SO many GF beers on the market these days.Daura (best gluten free beer, with many awards--not just my word). Slightly more alcohol than a Bud.
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Then again, does anyone here drink Snake Venom beer? I believe that is THE most alcoholic of all beers at something like 68% ABV (compared with the usual 5%).
Anyone?Then again, does anyone here drink Snake Venom beer? I believe that is THE most alcoholic of all beers at something like 68% ABV (compared with the usual 5%).
Eeeh.... no thanks. Dogfish Head's World Wide Stout is the strongest I've had. I thought it was pretty unpleasant.
This one's been discussed here before:
Brewmeister Snake Venom The World`s Strongest Beer
WOW:cursing: Think that 10% double IPA is strong? Snake Venom, from Scottish brewery, Brewmeister, clocks in at a stomach-burning 67% ABV. Snatching the title for the world’s strongest beer, the brew is made with smoked peat malt (how Scottish of them) and both Champagne yeast and...
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At least some guy got the opportunity to post a Youtube video about something
.@Black AdderAt least some guy got the opportunity to post a Youtube video about something
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Eggenberg‘s Samichlaus Classic @14% for me.Eeeh.... no thanks. Dogfish Head's World Wide Stout is the strongest I've had. I thought it was pretty unpleasant.
This one's been discussed here before:
Brewmeister Snake Venom The World`s Strongest Beer
WOW:cursing: Think that 10% double IPA is strong? Snake Venom, from Scottish brewery, Brewmeister, clocks in at a stomach-burning 67% ABV. Snatching the title for the world’s strongest beer, the brew is made with smoked peat malt (how Scottish of them) and both Champagne yeast and...
At least some guy got the opportunity to post a Youtube video about something
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What was your verdict, Hannes?
What was your verdict, Hannes?
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It was nearly flat and slightly sticky, not as boozy as expected but also not something you would stock up on.
Wow. Never heard of this beer (not a big beer boozer here); I read that they age it for 10 months before bottling.
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They only brew it once a year on December 6th and offer it the year after, so 10 months sounds about right. Once bottled it will keep for several years.Wow. Never heard of this beer (not a big beer boozer here); I read that they age it for 10 months before bottling.
For game night...
This is a nitro blend of two Wyerbacher stouts: Sunday Morning and Heresy. Mmmm….
I learned 3 things with this one:
1. What Total Wine charges for a single can/bottle is obscene and almost criminal.
2. Einstock still makes great beers. I've only tried their dark/heavy offerings; this is their holiday doppelbock. Nice bready quality on the nose, rich, full palate sensation with lingering chocolate. Just right with the hops.
3. I must be getting some pretty sturdy sea legs. The 6.7% ABV on this one had very little effect on me.
