4/5

Dec 20th, Ellie’s Brown Ale

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I thought this label was super cheesy and I dont like the logo, but the beer was OK. Ellie’s Brown Ale from Avery Brewing Company in Boulder, CO. 4 out of 5.

The label says;
Named after our beloved chocolate lab, this beautiful, deep russet brew is dominated by a chocolate and brown sugar maltiness with hints of vanilla and nuts, producing a very smooth, well balanced and quaffable brown ale.
Brewed with Rocky Mountain water, malted barley, hops, and yeast.

Dec 14th, Abita Turbodog

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I’ve seen this beer around a lot, but I dont know if I ever have had it. Turbodog Ale from Abita Brewing Company, Abita Springs, LA. It’s a really good beer, but it didnt blow me away. I give it 4 out of 5.

The label says;
Turbodog os a dark brown ale brewed with pale, caramel, and chocolate malt and Willamette hops. This combination gives Turbodog its rich body and color and sweet chocolate, toffee-like flavor. Every Abita brew is all natural and handcrafted using the pristine artesian water of Abita Springs, Louisiana that is naturally perfect for brewing.
Live it. Love it. Wear it.

Dec 11th, Sierra Nevada Celebration

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I was almost gonna skip the beer today and have two beers tomorrow instead, but then I changed my mind. I got the 2011 Celebration Fresh Hop Ale from Sierra Nevada Brewing Company in Chico, CA.
A very good beer after a long weekend, 4 out of 5!

The label says;
Celebration Ale is a special ale for the holidays. Featuring the first hops of the growing season, this pioneering IPA is full of complex flavors and aromas from the generous use of whole cone American hops.

Dec 10th, 8 Ball Stout

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After a long walk around San Francisco, it was nice to come home to my Christmas beer. 8 Ball Stout from Lost Coast Brewery,  Eureka, CA. 
A beer in my taste, but you could taste the alcohol a little more than desired. I give it a 4 out of 5.

The label says;
This rich, robust stout is made with Pale Malted Barley, Oatmeal, Roasted and Chocolate Malts, Pacific Northwest Hops, Crystal Clear Mountain Water and Ale Yeast.

Dec 5th, Vicorty Storm King Imperial Stout

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Very excited for today’s beer; Victory Storm King Imperial Stout from Victory Brewing Company, Downington PA.
A burnt aftertaste which I like, but also very bitter. 4 out of 5, not perfect.

The label says;
For Your Taste
Emerging from the deepest shades of darkness, a rolling crescendo of flavors burst forth from this robust stout. The thundering, hoppy appeal of Storm King subsides into the mellow subtleties of roasted malt, exhibiting an espresso-like depth of characters in its finish. An exquisite blend of imported malts and whole flower American hops merge harmoniously in this complex ale. Discover the dark intrigue of Storm King, as it reveals the rich, substantial flavors that it holds within. Cheers!

no. 24 Lhasa Beer

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Lhasa Beer from Tibet Lhasa Brewery, Lhasa, Tibet, China. “Imported from the roof of the world”
Pilsner or lager, cant quite tell or find a good source that can confirm, lets just call it beer! 4.6% alc./vol. 

I like the colors of the label, very playful. I give this beer 4 out of 5, a beer I would be happy to drink again!

no. 22 Old Jubilation Ale

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Today I got Old Jubilation Ale from Avery Brewing Company, Boulder Colorado, USA
Super excited to get a “real” beer after all those wheat beers I’ve gotten lately.
8.3% alc./vol. 

I usually dont like super strong beers, and 8% is stretching it, but I dont taste the alcohol in this one (which is good for the beer, but not so good for me…). Over all very pleased with this one, and the label reminds me of an old Christmas card from home. 4 out of 5.

no.13 Prohibition Ale

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I have been looking forward to this beer, it looked like something I would like, and I love the two eyes on the neck of the bottle, its a nice touch!
Prohibition Ale from Speakeasy Ales and Lagers, California, USA.
American Amber / Red Ale 
6.10% alc./vol.

Nothing I’m super impressed with, but a good 4 out of 5, and it looks cool!

no.11 Anchor Steam Beer

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California Common/Steam Beer, from Anchor Steam Brewery, California.
4.9% alc./vol.
I’ve heard Anchor Steam Brewery was the first craft beer company in California, and this beer is pretty common in bars around LA.
This beer is really easy to drink, and really good, I give it 4 out of 5.

no.9 Super Bock

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Super Bock, lager form Portugal. 4.9% alc./vol
Dont know what I was expecting, but this was actually really good! Maybe I’ve been drinking a lit of darker beers lately and my taste buds appreciated a lager. A nice surprise! 4 out of 5.