Lezajsk for another

In 1525, King Sigmund the Old of Poland granted exclusive beer brewing rights to Lesajsk Brewers.  He knew his beer.  Lesajsk 1525 is a gold, bubbly lager with a full, malty bouquet that finishes with a hoppy note.  It has a good texture, is lightly tangy and tart, with a hoppy, floral finish.  It leaves [...]

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Christmas reviews

Today is Two-fer day…
Let’s start with Zloty Kur, a Polish lager given as a host present on Christmas Eve.  As there is a large population of Poles in the Chicagoland area, Polish Delis and markets are abundant, and different Polish beers are available than you would find at Armanetti’s or Binny’s.  I find that great, [...]

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Seasonal Greetings

With Christmas upon us, the urge to overindulge is in full swing.  My advice:  don’t.  You’re old enough to know better.  You won’t feel good.  With that bit of sage wisdom expressed, I will turn my thoughts to beer, a direction my thoughts turn regularly.
A coworker gave me some Samuel Adams Winterfest. I’m usually skeptical when I [...]

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