Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Williamsburg Alewerks Tavern Ale

Williamsburg Alewerks Tavern Ale
When I first sipped this one, was expecting something light. Lageresque. Instead, it's smoky, malty, and extremely porterish (second really cool fake word made up for this post!). While part of enjoyment came from low expectations, definitely enjoyed the complexity and depth. Strong, but not overbearing!

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Coronado Brewing Company Golden

Coronado Golden
Didn't get much out of this beer. Think it was one of three things: 1) Was the third of three different light microbrews I had tasted that day; 2) Was trying to take notes while watching the Mad Men premiere; or 3) Wasn't all that great. Going with the third.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Sierra Nevada Bigfoot Barleywine Style Ale

Sierra Nevada Bigfoot Barleywine Style Ale
First barleywine I had was at event by now-defunct General Lafayette. Took sip. Threw away. Second was at Wegman's: Weyerbacher Blithering Idiot. Ordered accidentally. Made wife swap beers. Had flight of this today. Thought "Not bad." Not sure that would make it decent barleywine. But there you have it.
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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Kona Brewing Company Fire Rock Pale Ale

Kona Brewing Company Fire Rock Pale Ale
Hit Chap's Taproom for afternoon beers (why do beers taste better in the daylight?). Favorite bartender, Mark, said the beer had gotten a bad review. Decided to give it a shot. Anonymous bad reviewer was right. Imperceptible hops. Bland flavor. Boring beer. Bet it tastes good in Hawaii though.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Rogue John John Dead Guy Ale

Rogue John John Dead Guy Ale
Since I've never been a fan of hard liquor, I was shocked when I took a pull of this version of Rogue's Dead Guy and bourbon taste was noticeably present. Aged in whiskey barrels, it made me wonder if I'd be able to stomach the real thing. Complex sipping beer.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Peroni Nastro Azzurro

Peroni Nastro Azzurro
Can still remember how delicious this tasted while drinking it at 2 a.m. at an outdoor cafe in Rome. As I downed it at Bertucci's in Audubon, it didn't have the same luster. Had a decent pilsner taste. Went fine with the chicken piccata. And the glass was theft-worthy.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Voodoo Brewing Company Wynona's Big Brown Ale

Voodoo Brewing Company Wynona's Big Brown Ale
I know a bit about beer, but you learn something new every day. Today, learned that Voodoo Brewing Company isn't from Louisiana. It's based in Meadville, Pa. Its brown is vibrant and flavorful, with a malty scent, a smoky finish, and a kick that approaches stout level without going overboard.
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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Smithwick's

Smithwick's
Other night, a friend was drinking Guinness, saying he was "getting ready for St. Patrick's Day." While I don't go crazy for St. Patty's, I figured I'd attempt to get into the spirit by drinking this ale from the makers of Guinness. Offers fairly lively malt flavor, but that's it.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Uinta Brewing Company Wyld Extra Pale Ale

Uinta Brewing Company Wyld Extra Pale Ale
Interesting beer in that it tastes different whether consumed in glass or straight from bottle. In a glass, it has a fragrant scent and a bit of a hop kick. From a bottle, you get none of the scent and the taste is a bit watered down. It's tea-like.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Port Brewing Midnight Expression Lager

Port Brewing Midnight Expression Lager
Thought I was grabbing a 22-ounce Port Brewing Wipeout IPA. Get up to counter. Notice I picked up wrong one. I'm adventurous! Decided I'd just try this instead. Bad choice. No idea why it is called a lager. It's really just a thin stout. How about full disclosure, people!?

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Dogfish Head Tweason'ale

Dogfish Head Tweason'ale
So I was at Pizzeria Uno in Maple Shade, N.J. Saw this on tap. Ordered it. Waitress said I should try sample. Discovered why. Thing tasted like mouthwash with pepper in it. Horrible. 'Cause it's gluten-free? Here's an idea: Can't have gluten? Don't drink beer. This thing was disgusting.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Abita Mardi Gras Bock

Abita Mardi Gras Bock
Don't have a bucket list. The concept is silly. If I did, I'd add going to New Orleans. Wouldn't go to Mardi Gras. Too many drunks. Would probably go to some hopping jazz bar. If they're selling this beer, I'd order it. Crisp. Lots of varying flavors.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Southern Tier Phin & Matt's Extraordinary Ale

Southern Tier Phin & Matt's Extraordinary Ale
Don't know who Phin & Matt are, but if they are the beverage's brewers they've used their well-balanced recipe of three different hops and three different malts to develop a beer that, while it may not quite be "extraordinary," is certainly delicious and enjoyable in a simple, uncomplicated way.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Flying Dog K-9 Cruiser Winter Ale

Flying Dog K-9 Cruiser Winter Ale
Don't get me wrong: I actually liked this beer from the Maryland brewers and Ralph Steadman aficionados. It has interesting notes of cherry, caramel, chocolate, and more. However, it is so malty, it almost seems like more of an Oktoberfest. I'm not complaining though.

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