King of the Case: Philadelphia Brewing Company

Wherein I will buy a variety case and decide what the best beer in it is.

Philadelphia Brewing Company

Kenzinger
A very straightforward session beer that is uncomplicated, yet not boring. Incredibly crisp. Could easily drink several in a row. There's a nice little floral kick in the finish. Probably the Noble hops that are stated in the recipe. I'll give it a slight downgrade for a bit of an aftertaste, but would give it high grades as a good craft-beer intro piece.

Pennsylvania Pale Ale
Crisp flavor with sizable hops. More floral punch, almost (but just short of) a little musty. A nice combination of light and hefty.

Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Philadelphia Brewing Company Harvest from the Hood

Philadelphia Brewing Company Harvest from the Hood
There's definitely floral flavor emanating from this wet hop ale by the underdog of Philly-based breweries. Unfortunately, unlike their stellar Fleur de Lehigh, this exotic-tasting beverage results in an aftertaste that affects the enjoyment slightly. It's intriguing, with definite potential. Still, slight disappointment.

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Time for a Random List: The Ten Best American Beers

In honor of American Beer Day...

10. Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA - Milton, Delaware
9. Victory Golden Monkey - Downingtown, Pennsylvania
8. Cigar City Jai Alai IPA - Tampa, Florida
7. Bear Republic Racer 5 IPA - Healdsburg, California
6. Smuttynose IPA - Portsmouth, New Hampshire
5. Philadelphia Brewing Company Fleur de Lehigh - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
4. Yards Philadelphia Pale Ale - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
3. Bell's Two Hearted Ale - Kalamazoo, Michigan
2. Lagunitas A Little Sumpin' Sumpin' Ale - Petaluma, California
1. Stone IPA - San Diego, California

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