Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Pretty Things Beer & Ale Project Jack D'Or

Pretty Things Beer & Ale Project Jack D'Or
The Audubon Ale House has a pretty decent beer selection. Still, I was constantly intrigued when I would approach their freezer case and see the cool label art of this Massachusetts Saison. Lemony scent. Slightly bitter mouthfeel. Golden color. Effervescent head. Bit of a lingering aftertaste. Overall, quite fine.
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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Rogue Chipotle Ale

Rogue Chipotle Ale
Very intriguing beer. Has distinct Rauchbier smokiness in scent and sip. Features classic amber color and genuine spiciness due to jalapeno pepper notes. Still, once you get past smokiness, flavors aren't particularly special. Type of beer you must have once, but might not want to down two of them.
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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Lavery Liopard Oir Farmhouse Ale

Lavery Liopard Oir Farmhouse Ale
When I go to Wegman's, I'm allowed two sixers and a 22-ouncer due to their Draconian regulations (I'm sure the rules are created by some idiotic entity). This week, chose this Erie, Pa. beer for big bottle. Was really rooting for it. But there were no elements of note.
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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: AleSmith Anvil Ale ESB

AleSmith Anvil Ale ESB
Have heard a lot about AleSmith Brewing Company recently. Based in San Diego, you would figure they would be able to produce a fine IPA. Only problem? Accidentally picked up the ESB instead of the IPA. No worries. IPA hoppiness. Significant piney notes. Complex maltiness, while retaining smooth finish.
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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Clown Shoes Miracle India Pale Ale

Clown Shoes Miracle India Pale Ale
On label of this beer by the Ipswich, MA, brewery, it's detailed how percentage of item's profits goes to Clown Shoes Minor Miracle Fund, which benefits people in ways that aren't described. Makes it hard to say the beer is decent but pedestrian. Heavily hopped, but lacks additional flavor. Sorry!
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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Fegley's Brew Works Monkey Wrench Saison Ale

Fegley's Brew Works Monkey Wrench Saison Ale
When I first picked up this 22-ouncer, looked at bottom. Filmy substance floating around worried me. Was either packed with flavor or it was skunked. Almost went with Victory Hop Wallop. Leapt faithfully. Beautiful, hazy golden color. Splendid, lemony spicing. Thinner than highest-echelon Belgians, but contains sizeable pop.
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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Bear Republic Red Rocket Ale

Bear Republic Red Rocket Ale
As I write, I'm listening to the Rolling Stones' Exile on Main Street. Are there any beers that would taste bad while taking in such gritty, dirty, devilish audio? I taste hops. I taste oranges. I taste smoky malt. Just spent 30 seconds inhaling it. Another treasure from the CA.
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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: 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: Clown Shoes Hoppy Feet Black IPA

Clown Shoes Hoppy Feet Black IPA
Tough to diss beer that was purchased lovingly by one's spouse, but here goes: Felt a little deceived by this. Supposed to be mix of stout and IPA, but I tasted mostly stout. Lacked hops. Not much of a scent. A plain beer experience and, well, not really true advertising.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Long Trail Brewing Company Centennial Red

Long Trail Brewing Company Centennial Red
I've talked about my tendency to avoid beers whose labels I loathe. Long Trail is a frequent victim. Feel like their labels appear put together by a 70-year-old. Their 22-ounce imperial red gets a much cleaner design. Not blown away by flavor though. Smoky. Hoppy. Lacking adventurousness.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Victory Helios Ale

Victory Helios Ale
Bought a 22-ouncer at Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting for $3.49. An absolute steal. This tremendously distinct saison boasts a golden color, a thick head, and a citrusy, slightly bitter finish. Has a floral, lemony scent and a ginger kick that compares to Hitachino Nest's stellar White Ale.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Samuel Adams Tasman Red IPA

Samuel Adams Tasman Red IPA
Samuel Adams is tough to peg. Big-box brewery? The sizeable commercial budget suggests they are. High-profile microbrewery? Maybe. Their collection of different varieties says so. As for this small-batch offering, it satisfies. Not only picking up strong hop flavor, but the rich smokiness of an exceptional brown.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Green Flash Brewing Company Trippel Ale

Green Flash Brewing Company Trippel Ale
Was starting to wonder if the San Diego-based brewer made anything other than their West Coast IPA, which I've enjoyed on several occasions. When I saw this 22-ouncer, I passed up Stone's Cali-Belgique to give it a try. It's pretty respectable. Hope I made right decision.

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Booze...in 50 Words or Less: Lagunitas Lucky 13 Red Ale

Lagunitas Lucky 13 Red Ale
After experiencing rare Lagunitas misstep Hop Stoopid, decided not to turn my back on the brewery, but to get back on the horse. Loyalty, meet reward. This gem looks beautiful, features a crisp, uber-hoppy bite, and a kick that reminds one of citrus. A delectable treat for the tastebuds.

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