Bell’s Amber Ale

I worried about this one at first, but it somewhat redeemed itself in the end.  Bell’s Amber Ale poured like rusty water and produced a minimal fleeting, head.  There was noticeable carbonation, so it’s not as if it is totally flat, just a little disappointing in the presentation.  The bouquet is great, being sweet, malty and [...]

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Two Brothers

I was quite excited to learn that Two Brothers Brewing in Warrenville, IL have opened a brewpub.  My friend visited and said the food was great, and the beer was greater.  I can vouch for the beer, being a big fan of Prairie Path, Cane and Ebel and Domaine DuPage in particular.  Those of us [...]

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The End of the World

It sounds dramatic, but it just refers to a beer, La Fin Du Mond, and that just refers to the farthest reaches of the known world to the French in the early 17th century, and that in turn refers to my favorite place these days, namely Quebec.  La Fin Du Mond is tasty, especially when [...]

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Hopalicious

I had the pleasure of attending the Games+Learning+Society conference the last 2 days, and was fortunate enough to sample some of the fine Madison area beers.  Hopalicious, by Ale Asylum is an American Pale Ale, heavy on the hops and very enjoyable.  It’s hazy and honey colored, not extremely carbonated, but lively on the tongue.  [...]

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Organic Revolution

New Glarus Brewing Co. continues to produce fine beers.  Organic Revolution is a bottle aged golden ale.  It’s mildly hazy and golden orange in color.  This beer has a consistent 1/4″ head and leaves a lot of lace, a testament to the quality of the malt.  The bouquet starts sweet and malty and finishes with [...]

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