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Mississippi Mud Black & Tan PDF Print E-mail
Written by The Booze   
Sunday, 22 February 2009 00:27

Mississippi-Mud-Black-and-TanThis black & tan is a blend of a Continental Pilsner and an English Porter, but it's not actually made by the Mississippi Brewing Co, but rather it's contracted out to the Matt Brewing Company for Mississippi.

 

  • ABV: 5.0%
  • Style: Black & Tan
  • Smell: Subtle barley and wheat aromas can be picked up from this beer, but they are best sampled from the bottle than the glass.
  • Head Retention: Poor
  • Color: A dark brown with red hues
  • Taste: Although this is called a Black & Tan, it's more like a Tan & Black. The first thing you notice is the bitterness of the Continental Pilsner they blend in the beer. Before the malty finish, you should notice some hints of chocolate.
  • Overall:This isn't a bad beer, but there is nothing that amazing about it either. The low level of carbonation makes it pretty easy to drink, but it's the kind of beer you could have one or two of and then be ready to try something else. I'd rate this firmly as a 6.5/10.
Last Updated on Sunday, 22 February 2009 23:58
 
Anchor Steam PDF Print E-mail
Written by The Booze   
Saturday, 21 February 2009 22:26

Anchor-Steam-Beer Anchor Steam is made by the Anchor Brewing Company in San Francisco, California. It is their oldest beer, which got it's start way back in 1896, which is why Anchor Steam is their premier brew and is distributed nationwide. Back then, Steam was used as a nickname for beer brewed on the west coast where modern luxuries, like ice and manufacturered brewing tins, were not apart of everyday life. Thus the word steam refers to the pressure of CO2 being let out after the natural carbonation process had finished.

ABV: 4.9%
Smell: Very crisp, with a hint of citrus.
Head Retention: Good
Color: A rich amber will highlight your glass and you'll notice it's slightly hazy if held up to a bright light.
Taste: Plentiful amounts of 2-Row barley are used during the brewing process, and you'll find that flavor present from the moment it hits your palate. A light hoppy flavor is noticable upon finish, a great way to end the tasting.
Overall: Anchor Steam is naturally carbonated, which makes it a real pleasure to drink. The finer CO2 bubbles don't upset or mask any of it's flavors, letting you savor this beer from start to finish. I'd rate it an 8.5/10.
Last Updated on Sunday, 22 February 2009 02:01
 
Yellowtail Pale Ale PDF Print E-mail
Written by The Booze   
Monday, 08 December 2008 01:45

Yellowtail Pale Ale from Ballast Point Brewing Company


Yellowtale is a delicious pale ale made by the Ballast Point Brewing Company in San Diego, California.  For over 12 years, Ballast Point has brewed some of the most excellent beer in the San Diego area. They distribute five beers nationally, but they also have many seasonals which are only available at the brewery.


ABV: 4.6%
  • Smell:Kinda smells like biscuits, with some rich hops accenting the aroma
  • Head Retention:Good
  • Color: A lighter amber hue that shimmers like gold under the right lighting.
  • Taste: This beer is nicely carbonated and very refreshing. Smooth and slightly malty with a hint of bitterness as it finishes. It is rich in flavor and somewhat hoppy, but not overpowering to the senses.
  • Overall:This is one of my favorite beers brewed in San Diego. It's very drinkable and can be had repeatedly without upsetting your stomach. I'd rate it an 8/10.
Last Updated on Sunday, 22 February 2009 01:58