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New Beer Blog New Belgium Abbey Ale

In this beer blog, we are going to get into another brew from New Belgium Brewery. It is their first brew that they ever brewed. It is their Abbey Ale. If you read my earlier beer blog posts on their beers, you know the history of this third biggest craft brewery in the United States. If you have not, please, read them to get to know this Mile High craft brewery. Let us get into this Dubbel.

It has a slightly cloudy dark amber color with a white constant head. The aroma has a sweet candy to malty like notes. There is a slight alcohol notes also in the aroma. The taste has a sweet malty to slight alcohol burn notes. The aftertaste has a sweet to dry malty finish. It is a pretty drinkable beer.

Here is a description from their website (www.newbelgium.com):

The story of New Belgium begins with an abbey: Not only were Belgium’s monastic beers the inspiration behind our Colorado brewery, but Abbey, a Belgian-style dubbel, was one of the first beers we released way back in 1991. Since then, it’s become our most award-winning offering, and in 2015, we updated the recipe. This garnet brown hued Belgian-style dubbel is strong on character and rich in flavor. Seven malts, including caramel Munich and chocolate, and a definitive Belgian yeast, waft off sweet, spicy aromas. Rich tones of chocolate and dark caramel mix with nuanced dried cherries, burnt sugar and figs. Sweet and roasty upfront, followed by a slightly bitter finish, Abbey is a lovely representation of the monastic beers of Belgium. Sip Abbey, and sip New Belgium’s tradition.

Here is their website and twitter addresses:

Website: www.newbelgium.com

Twitter: @newbelgium

Closing, this was the very first beer that this craft brewery ever made. They sat down and revisited the recipe along with their Trippel. They did not change it. They made sure they used the best malt and hops in both beers that is available today. I have to say they did a great job to improve this beer. This beer is the same great beer but it just seems it has more depth of tasting notes. I love beer. This is a great beer. I highly recommend this beer. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gmail.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweiser13

New Beer Blog Shiner Wicked Ram IPA

In this beer blog, we are going to get into a new brew from Shiner Brewery. The little brewery can do it. It is their Wicked Ram IPA. This is the first IPA that is being made by a traditional German brewery. If you read my earlier beer blog posts on their beers, you know the history of this Texas craft brewery. If you have not, please, read them to get to know this craft brewery. Let us get into this IPA.

It has a golden to light copper color with a white constant head. The aroma has a piney like notes. The taste has a earthy to piney notes with a dry hop bitter aftertaste. It is pretty drinkable beer.

Here is their website and twitter addresses:

Website: www.shiner.com

Twitter: @shinerbeer

Closing, I am a pretty big fan of this craft brewery. I love the rich history of Shiner. It is in a little town and this little brewery in the middle of it. I do not understand why people do not like this brewery in Michigan. This is a great brewery. I was happy a few years back that they were going to get into the ale market. I was pretty excited to see them making an IPA. I like it but it is a nice beginner IPA. Asides that, a brewery that was making all lagers did a great job on their first IPA. I will be adding this to my IPA rotation. I highly recommend this beer. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gmail.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweiser13

New Beer Blog Batch Brewing Visit

In this beer blog, we are going to talk about my visit to Batch Brewing. This brewery started up early in 2015 in the Corktown area of Detroit. Corktown is up and coming part of Detroit. It is a nice size brewpub. They do service food. They have a nice beer selection. Let us get into their food.

The photo above is their food menu. Their food is just normal bar food with a high-end look from a professional chief. I had their pretzels with cheese and mustard. It was really good. It went well with their version of the Oktoberfest. They have sandwiches and fish tacos. It is not a big menu but it gets to the point. Let us get into the beer.

The photo bottom is the current list of their beers on September 27th, 2015. They are always changing the beer menu and selection. They also let you know what is the next set of beers that will be coming on tap. I was a huge fan of Oktoberfest. Their Oktoberfest is called Festbier. I also tried their Empire Pale Ale. It was a little different. This beer is above average brew. I also had their milk stout that is called Sweetums. This was by far the best beer that I had from them in my first visit. They do not do beer flights.

Here is their website and twitter addresses:

Website: www.batchbrewingcompany.com

Twitter: @batchbrewing

Closing, I was pretty happy to get into this brewpub to check out their beers. I love how they have parking and how the outside of their brewpub stands out. There is a nice outside sitting area. Unlike other brewpubs, you feel like you are sitting in the brewing itself. The other brewpubs, you see brewing room in another room. This is one of the better new and upcoming craft brewery. They know what they are doing and make good beer. I am happy to see a good brewery not the ones that I have visit in last few weeks. I highly recommend this brewpub. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gmail.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweiser13

New Beer Blog Beer Stores In Southeast Michigan Part 2

In this beer blog, we are going to talk more about the liquor stores in my area and market. This is a follow-up from a blog that I wrote about year ago. I just find some of these stores do things that are good or bad and craft or import beer drinkers should know. I see some stores that are under charging and there are others that are over charging. Let us get into each of the stores.

Wine palace

If you live in the Livonia or Westland area, you know about this liquor store. They have a great liquor and wine selection. I have been told that they have some gems over there too. We are here to talk about the beer selection. They have a great craft beer and import selection. Just like everywhere else, you do need to watch code dates. If they know you are one of their regulars, you will get some of the one off or limited releases. They have a great Import selection and a nice beer cave. Their prices are one of the best in town. Their prices go pretty well against the Meijer down the street. Overall, this is a place to check out.

Marcus Market

This place is located in the Wayne State area. They have an average to below average beer selection. The huge problem with this store is they are not on top of their stuff. What I mean, they do not know what most of their beer and product cost in their store. Their prices are pretty high or way too low. For example, which I have many, Blake’s 6 pack cans for $19.99, which should be around $9.99 and 10.99 like other stores. Bell’s Planet Series Uranus single bottle (12oz) for $4.99. While other stores are charges $2.99. There is some cider and beer that are under cost. There is a cider from Blakes that other stores charge $24.99. They were charging $9.99. They do not have too many rare beers or ciders, however, they have a great Mead selection just watch the prices. Their little restaurant in the back of the store is a most try. Asides that, stay away from this store.

Forrest

This is another place not far from Wayne State either. Their prices are pretty good. They are little high but not by much. They have a pretty good beer selection for craft beers and ciders. This is a great store when you want some cheap beer with a good craft beer. They get a ton of rare and limited craft beers and ciders. You will need to ask guys behind the counter. They have a nice staff and they are willing to help their customers. I highly recommend this store. If you are in the Wayne State area, come here and not Marcus Market.

Holiday Market Royal Oak

I have been here a few times. I have not been here in a while. I just know if I cannot find a beer in my area. I can take a trip to the east side of the City of Detroit to get it. They have an awesome craft beer and cider selection. I know many of friends said if you are a regular. You will get some of the one off and limited releases. If you live on the east side, I highly recommend this place.

Closing, I know there are so many other stores and I know that I keep forgetting some of them. Please, let me know about them and I will check them out. I will do a write-up on them. I hope you learn something from reading this post. Let me know about your thoughts. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gmail.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweiser13

New Sports Thought Thursday Blog Super Bowl XLIX

In this Sports Thought Thursday blog, we are going to get into this year’s Super Bowl that is being played at Arizona. Today is the Pro Bowl. Who cares!!! This year’s playoff games has had one theme throughout. Refs have screwed many teams in the league. I am talking about flag that was picked up in the Lions vs Cowboys game. The process of the caught in the Cowboys vs Packers. Finally, deflate footballs in the Colts vs Patriots. I will get into that in a sports thought Thursday blog after the Super Bowl. Let us break this down.

If you read my blog before the playoff games, you know that I picked Seattle vs Denver in a rematch. This is why you never change anything because I did have New England vs Seattle in the Super Bowl. I had that just before I posted it. Oh well! I believe the whole Deflategate will put some pressure on the Pats. I do not care if they have the best coach to get them focus on the game. This does pulls a lot of pressure off the Seahawks. Everyone is talking about New England and Deflategate. The ruling from the league will not be until after the Super Bowl, which I believe is some bull shit. Let us get into what is at stake for each team.

New England Patriots

Winning this game is very important for both teams. New England can shut everyone up on Deflategate and spygate. Plus, this might be last go around with Brady and Bill. I believe the punishment is going to be harsh on New England. I am not going to get into that until after the Super Bowl. This game could make Brady 3 – 3 or 4 – 2 at the Super Bowl.

Seattle Seahawks

This is pretty simple. The best defense of all time is Legion of Boom, if they win this Super Bowl. They took care of Manning in last year’s Super Bowl. They have a chance to take care of another quarterback that was one of the best of his era. This could be their last runs to the Super Bowl. I am not saying last but COULD be their last run to the Super Bowl. There are rumors of Lynch being released or retiring. Plus, they have to pay Russell Wilson. They were able to pay everyone else on team because they had a cheap contract with Wilson. Now, Seahawks will be like all the teams in NFL.

In closing, I can see a close game on the biggest stage and biggest American holiday. I can not see this game being a blow out game. This will come down to the running game because I believe the defense will keep the passing games in check. I also seeing this game coming down to the kickers and punters. Special teams will have a huge impact on both sides of the field on this game. In the end, the Seahawks will win this game and become the first team to go back to back Super Bowl Champs since New England. This will push us into a pretty excited offseason with Deflategate and future of Bill, Tom, and Payton. I am looking forward to the offseason and I cannot wait to sit down next Sunday to watch this game. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gmail.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweiser13

New Beer Blog 21st Amendment Marooned On Hog Island Stout

In this blog, we are going to get into another brew from 21st Amendment Brewery. It is their Marooned On Hog Island Stout. If you read my earlier beer blog posts on their beers, you know the history of this west coast craft brewery. If you have not, please, read them to get to know 21st Amendment Brewery. Let us get into this special stout.

It has a jet black color without a head but the head that was there is a tan color. The aroma has a chocolate to coffee notes. The taste has a slime chocolate with a burned malt to coffee notes for the aftertaste. It is a nice sipping beer.

Here is a description from the beer can:

Exhausted by the tedious work and rancid beer, deck swabs O’Sulivan and Freccia abandoned Sir Francis Drake’s Galleon. Days later, they washed up on a tiny island in Tomales Bay, where they encountered local oyster Farmers John and Terry. Soon, these beer mutineers and oyster mercenaries were feasting on roast pig, fresh oysters and goblets of the Captain’s finest ale. They could think of worse fates than being…

Here is their website and twitter addresses:

Website: www.21st-amendment.com

Twitter: @21stAmendment

In the end, I have always love stouts. I am pretty much in love with stouts made with oysters. My first ever stout with oysters was from Flying Dog. These stouts are really unique and it takes stout and oyster fans to love this unique beer style. The oysters make this stout a little slime like notes with some nice chocolate to coffee notes. I love it. There is a nice balance in this brew. I cannot wait to see this brew next season or everyday. There is no information on their website. I highly recommend this beer. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gmail.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweiser13

New Beer Blog Bell’s Mercury The Winged Messenger Belgian Style Ale

In this special beer blog, we are going to get into third brew from this Planet series from Bell’s Brewery. It is Mercury The Winged Messenger Belgian Style Ale. After a major recall, I took my chances to try this beer because of glass being in it. I filter this beer twice. I am still alive and I did not see any glass. If you read my earlier beer blog posts on their beers, you know the history of this midwest craft brewery. If you have not, please, read them to get to know this Michigan craft brewery legend. Let us get into this Belgian style ale.

It has a slight cloudy golden color with a white constant head. It has a big bubbles in the head. The smell has a floral to herbal notes. The taste has an herbal to species. The aftertaste has a nice dry finish. It is pretty drinkable beer.

Here is a description from the beer bottle:

This is one of a seven part series inspired by Gustav Holst’s musical composition. “The Planets,” strap in and embark on a flavor tour of our solar system – in the order of Holst’s piece, Mars to Neptune.

Here is a description from their website (www.bellsbeer.com):

The Winged Messenger

STYLE: Belgian Single

RELEASE DATE: December 2014

ABV: 4.8%

COLOR: Pale, straw

GLASSWARE: Snifter

TASTING NOTES: Light and sessionable like its namesake, the third release in the Bell’s Planet Series, Mercury: The Winged Messenger, was inspired by the Belgian Single, a style traditionally brewed by monks in Belgium for their own consumption.

This interpretation has bready and grainy notes from Belgian malt, herbal and balanced characteristics from the hops and a subtle, but spicy character from the Belgian yeast. Fruity notes of pear are also present in this light, bright and complex session beer.

Here is their website and twitter addresses:

Website: www.bellsbeer.com

Twitter: @BellsBrewery

Ending, I did enjoy this beer. The problem that i have with this beer is the price. I am paying so much for a session Belgian Ale. I get what they were doing. It was not really good for the price. If it was cheaper or everyday brew, it would make a little bit more senses. There is a little rumor out there. Bell’s did a recall because the liquid was not up to their standards. It has nothing to do with glass in the bottles. They made something up to get this liquid off the market. This is just a rumor and I heard it in a few craft beer bars. If you can find a bottle, drink it at your own risk. I believe this is once in a lifetime brew. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gmail.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweser13

New Beer Blog Lagunitas Brown Shugga’ (2014)

In this beer blog, we are going to get into another brew from Lagunitas Brewery. It is their Brown Shugga’. This is their 2014 edition. If you read my earlier beer blog posts on their beers, you know the history of this west coast craft brewery. If you have not, please, read them to get to know Lagunitas Brewery. Let us get into this beer.

It has a nice copper to bronze color with a small white bubble head color. The smell has a sweet malty to alcohol notes. The taste has a sweet malty to slight but faded alcohol notes. The aftertaste has a dry hoppy bitter finish. It is kind of drinkable beer.

Here is a description from their website (www.lagunitas.com):

Originally a failed attempt at our 1997 batch of Olde GnarlyWine Ale resulting in an all-new-beer-style we like to call…Irresponsible.

AVAILABLE: NOVEMBER 2014 thru JANUARY 2015 (whoa!)
ABV: 9.99%
Sold as: 6-packs & Kegs
Net contents: Ounces and ounces of Malt, Hops, Yeast and water.

Here is their website and twitter addresses:

Website: www.lagunitas.com

Twitter: @lagunitasbeer

Closing, this is a pretty unique beer. It has a nice color and appearance. The packaging is a nice just like all the rest of their beers. It is pretty hard to explain this beer. I know that I love it. I look forward to every year it is released. There is some nice malty notes along with some alcohol notes. It is pretty drinkable for the ABV. I highly recommend this beer. This is one of their best beers. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gmail.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweiser13

New Beer Blog Boston Beer Company Samuel Adams White Christmas (2014)

In this beer blog, we are going to get into another brew from Samuel Adams Brewery. It is their White Christmas. If you read my earlier beer blog posts on their beers, you know the history of this east coast craft brewery. If you have not, please, read them to get to know Boston Beer Company. Let us get into this White Ale.

It has a cloudy golden color with a white head color. It disappears over time. The aroma has a yeasty, corridor, to a lemon notes. The taste has a wheat to corridor notes. The aftertaste has a dry cinnamon, nutmeg, and hints of orange to lemon notes finish. It is pretty drinkable winter beer.

Here is a description from the beer bottle:

As crisp as the first snowfall of the year, this unfiltered white ale is blended with holiday spices including cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange peel. The familiar citrus and wheat characters of the ale are complemented by the warmth of the spices for a festive brew that’s perfect for the season.

Here is a description from their website (www.samueladams.com):

A special time of year calls for a special brew. For us, this brew combines the crispness of a white ale with the warmth of familiar holiday spices.

HOP VARIETIES

Spalt Spalter Noble hops

MALT VARIETIES

Samuel Adams two-row pale malt blend, wheat, IdaPils malt

YEAST STRAIN

Samuel Adams ale yeast

COLOR

SRM: 6

SPECIAL INGREDIENTS

Cinnamon, nutmeg, orange peel

ALC. BY VOL/WT

5.8% ABV – 4.4% ABW

IBUs

8

CAL PER SERVING

190

AVAILABILITY

12oz: 6pk, Winter Classics

Here is their website and twitter addresses:

Website: www.samueladams.com

Twitter: @samueladamsbeer

Closing, I am not a fan of Samuel Adams or the Boston Beer Company. I give them a ton of credit to be one of the pioneers of the craft beer world. Now days, they are looked as one of the big beer companies. They are now known as one of the big three. Jim Koch does not like to hear this but he is in that group. Most of his beers are starting to be viewed like that too. The kids today are looking at his beers like their Dad or Grandfather’s beer. They are still pushing the limits but not as much as they did back in the 1980’s. This brew is something a little special that they have been putting out in the last few years. I am not a fan of but I can see people liking it. There is a ton of spices going on this brew. There is a nice light body but yet some complex notes. I am not a fan of this beer style and beer. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gmail.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweiser13

New Beer Blog Founders Backwoods Bastard Ale (2014)

In this special beer blog, we are going to sample a special limited beer, which is Backwoods Bastard Ale, from Founders Brewery. If you read my earlier beer blog posts on their beers, you know the history of this Midwest Craft Brewery. If you have not, please, read them to get to know this Michigan craft brewery. Let us get into this beer.

It has a nice dark ruby-red color without a head on this barrel aged ale. The aroma has a sweet malty to slight bourdon along with some vanilla and other earthly notes. The taste has a sweet malty, alcohol, and earthly notes. The aftertaste has a nice warm alcohol finish. It is a nice sipping beer.

Here is a description from their website (www.foundersbrewing.com):

Expect lovely, warm smells of single malt scotch, oaky bourbon barrels, smoke, sweet caramel and roasted malts, a bit of earthy spice, and a scintilla of dark fruit. It’s a kick-back sipper made to excite the palate.

ABV: 10.2%

IBUs: 50

Availability: November

Here is their website and twitter addresses:

Website: www.foundersbrewing.com

Twitter: @foundersbrewing

In the end, I kept on hearing this is the beer that you need to try from a Michigan craft brewery. It is a must find and try. When I hear it was released, I rushed out and found a few bottles. I was pretty excited this beer. I love ales aged in barrels. I am a huge fan of old ales, wheat wines, and barley wines. I have said it is a nice sipping beer. I love the sweet malty to alcohol notes. There is a pretty nice balance. I have to say for the price and I was looking for more out of this beer. I just believe it is not worth it. I will get at least a bottle every year but I am not going out of my way like I did this year. It is beyond overrated. Let me put it this way. It is very good beer but not the best in this beer style that I have had in my lifetime. If you see it, try it. I would love to hear your thoughts. Go get some! Drink it! Enjoy it! Metal it! \m/

Cheers!

Bill DJ Weiser

Email: djweiser16@gamil.com

Twitter: @djweiser

Instagram: @djweiser13

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