Looking out my window today I see that winter is still fully entrenched in Central Ohio, which means it's time for the second installment of Sunday Stout Soliloquies. Today we take a closer look at Plead the 5th Imperial Stout by Dark Horse Brewing. Not content with making one or two different stouts, Dark Horse releases... Continue Reading →
The Best New (to me) Beers of 2013
Sometimes people ask me what is the best thing about writing a beer blog? It’s hard to find a good argument in the numbers. Earnings to date = $0. Beers gifted to me for to review = 0. Guest appearances in media outlets = 0. Special access to limited releases = not yet. So far... Continue Reading →
Elves, Monks and Cinnamon – The Best Christmas Beers of 2013
Although Christmas beers have been on the shelves for months now, as we come to the winter solstice I thought it would be appropriate to do a post on holiday beers. Last weekend I asked my friends Ralph, Nick and Mark to come over, taste a bunch of holiday beers and help me choose the... Continue Reading →
Ohio vs. Michigan Beer Battle Round 6 – Holly Jolly vs. 4-Elf
In an unplanned twist the battle of the Christmas Ales hits the internet on Thanksgiving. This is not a subliminal message to go out start your X’mas shopping early, quite the opposite. On this cold wintery day sit back and enjoy some good Winter Warmers while you wait for the afternoon Turkey feast. Let’s meet... Continue Reading →
Beer Tasting at Studio 35
After what seems like a month (but was actually only one week) away I’m glad to be back to blogging about beer. My absence was prompted by a big project at work (a grant deadline) that is behind me now. Fortunately, during my hiatus I was able to partake in some beer related activities. Last... Continue Reading →