Beer – #155 – Dogfish Head – Chicory Stout
So then, my first from this brewery – Dogfish Head Chicory Stout – Brewed by Dogfish Head Brewery in the style of a Stout and thats all happening in Milton, Delaware USA (and I had … Continue reading
Beer – #154 – Stone – Smoked Porter
Anzac day. I’m going to try a Stone Smoked Porter with Vanilla Bean, not for any reason of remembrance just because it’s time for a beer. Mostly. Brewed by Stone Brewing Co. … Continue reading
Beer – #153 – Stone – Pale Ale
Back to the US of A for the next up a Stone – Pale Ale. Brewed by Stone Brewing Co. in the style of a American Pale Ale Escondido, California USA 5.4% ABV (1.51 … Continue reading
Beer – #152 – 8 Wired – Tall Poppy India Red Ale
Back to something from a more established NZ brewery – the 8 Wired Tall Poppy India Red Ale – 8 Wired Brewing which is brewed at Renaissance Brewing, this one in the style … Continue reading
International Bitterness Units | Do Valle
I mention IBU measurements when I write (copy and paste) about beer, so I thought I’d copy and paste this too . It’s not comprehensive but it’s a start. International … Continue reading
Beer – #151 – Zeelandt – Pale Ale
The second of the two beers– this one the Pale Ale – Brewed by Zeelandt Brewing Co of course in the style of a English Pale Ale and that’s in sunny … Continue reading
Beer – #150 – Zeelandt – Helles
Something a bit new – Zeelandt – Helles – Brewed by Zeelandt Brewing Co in the style of a Dortmunder/Helles– and they’re in Napier, New Zealand This Bavarian styled lager has a … Continue reading
The one with the Fear and the Doubt
Fear and Doubt are two things that are personal to the ‘you’. Today I find myself in a place where I have both, and there are rare periods of time … Continue reading
Beer – #149 – Renaissance – Tribute Barley Wine (2011)
Renaissance – Tribute Barley Wine (2011) , at 10.8% ABV in a 330 0ml bottle (2.81 standard drink units) this is a bit of a finisher. Brewed by Renaissance Brewing in the … Continue reading
Beer – #146 – Anchor – Steam Beer
Anchor Steam Beer, the second of a pair of Anchor Beers that I brought. Brewed by Anchor Brewing Company in the style of a California Common – and similarly that’s from – San Francisco, California USA … Continue reading
Beer – # 145 – Anchor – Liberty Ale
Anchor Liberty Ale – one of two I brought this week – Brewed by Anchor Brewing Company in the style of a American Pale Ale and it’s from the wonderful city of San … Continue reading
Beer – #144 – Rogue – Imperial India Pale Ale (I²PA)
omg omg omg – A Rogue – Imperial India Pale Ale (I²PA), which even without opening it looks like a work of art, ceramic covered glass with stopper. Brewed by Rogue Ales … Continue reading
Beer – #143 – Renaissance – Enlightenment – White As Wheat IPA
Renaissance – Enlightenment – White As Wheat IPA. A most unlikely beer Brewed by Renaissance Brewing In the style of a Wheat Ale in Blenheim, New Zealand. Unfiltered beers are prized by … Continue reading
Beer – #142 – Hallertau – Porter Noir
Tonight then a Hallertau Porter Noir, A beer enjoyed by my friends and highly recommended by others. The Porter Noir is a beer from way out of left field. A … Continue reading
Beer – #141 – Golden Eagle – Big Yank American IPA
Oh yes I did. Golden Eagle Big Yank American IPA, on a Thursday!, Brewed by Golden Eagle Brewery Styled as a American Strong Ale in Christchurch, New Zealand. 7.5% ABV in a 500ml … Continue reading
The Less of me for March
March Update : I tried again to get to 100kms, just falling short at the month end where I tailed away on the days I actually got out an did … Continue reading
Beer – #140 – Harrington’s – Big John Special Reserve
Harrington’s Big John Special Reserve, which after the disastrous Belgium Tempest I’m slightly wary of. This however a Limited Edition, and at the same time a Special Reserve ! Cover … Continue reading
Beer – #139 – Schipper’s – Scallywag
Schipper’s Scallywag – a Rich Amber Ale – From the Schipper’s Beer Company Brewed at Aotearoa Breweries in Newmarket, Auckland, New Zealand 5.5% ABV in a 500ml bottle. (2,2 Drink units) of … Continue reading
A life just as ordinary 