Sweet-T Loves Beer

Where Did I Go??

unsweett — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:05:00 +0000

Sorry, it has been a little while since my last review. Oh, I have drunk some beer in the course of this short break. I will be back very soon with more reviews. Life has gotten in the way with Thanksgiving and then celebrating my son’s first birthday, brother’s wedding, and soon Christmas. Most recently, I had discovered a mass and quickly made an appointment with my doctor, once he viewed it (about 30 seconds) he told me to cancel my plans for the day and I was going to meet with a general surgeon that same afternoon. I am freaking out at this point. I asked what it could possibly be and the doctor says it’s a possible hernia and needs to be taken care of now. I had to meet with the surgeon about an hour later and when I see him I end up more confused and afraid. The surgeon takes a look and gives me this hmmmmm and interesting and confusing. Confusing to me means uh oh! He could not determine what was going on and said I needed a MRI to better understand what was going on. I went to get my MRI (super loud) and picked up my film the same day. I looked at it and could not see a damn thing maybe because I’m not a doctor, all I could see was my spine and some hip bone. Two days after my MRI I called the radiologists and picked up my results…did not understand doctor lingo, so I called the general surgeon and with his hard to understand accent I find out that it appears that I might have a swollen lymph node or scar tissue from an injury. As of today 12-16-09 I still do not quite understand what it is that happened. All I know is that it is going down which is good. I am ready to crack open a bottle and review.

Oktoberfest-Spaten

unsweett — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:33:36 +0000

Spaten Ur Marzen Oktoberfest, simply one of my favorite Oktoberfest styles. A rich maple/amber color, sweet with a nice roasted malty finish. Has a very slight bitterness, but mostly sweet. This beer has an ABV of 5.9%. I would highly reccomened this beer. Brewed in 1872, this was the first Oktoberfest beer. I had a pint over at EPCOT in the Germany Pavillion where it’s always Oktoberfest. When I got home my wife and I wanted more and so, I found this beer at a local beer and wine store, but I have seen it at some grocery stores thanks to Inbev. So, pour a bottle or two and Oans, zwoa, g’suffa! (one, two, drink)

Prost!

09/09/09

unsweett — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 01:32:22 +0000

Stone Brewery’s Epic 09/09/09 each of these beers are designed to be enjoyed sometime after 12/12/12. I cannot wait that long, so tonight we are cracking open a bottle. A very dark pour . For anyone out there that wants to experience a beer like not other; this is the one. It combines the complexity of a chocolate stout with the smoothness of a porter. Go and pick one up and see if you can wait until 12/12/12.

Cheers

Bud Light Golden What??

unsweett — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:41:54 +0000

Bud Light Golden What…Wheat?? True, Bud light introduced its second extension of the Bud Light brand. So, I went to the local Publix (grocery store) and picked up a six pack to give it a try. Mrs.SweetT was excited about trying this one because she is a big wheat beer fan. So, we opened it together and gazed deep into each others eyes and…wait! Sorry. The color is a cloudy orange, traditional for wheats. The aroma is actually pretty good, orangey with some spices. The taste is surprisingly not too bad either, slightly sweet and hints of the orange peel and coriander, but cannot seem to get by the light beer taste. To me it tastes likes a light beer with orange flavoring. The ABV is 4.1%. My wife did not like it , she prefers Paulaner.

I would give it a try and see what you think, for me I will finish the 6er and if it comes along again at a gathering I would not turn it down, but I think of a few other wheat beers that I would prefer over Bud Light Golden Wheat. Nice try Bud InBev! It’s probably best to leave craft beer to the craft brewers out there.

Cheers

Black and Blue

unsweett — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:41:04 +0000

Tonight I am trying a bottle that I have heard great things about for many months now. This is a 2008 bottle of Dogfish Head Black and Blue. This Belgian style ale is made with over 300 lbs of fresh blackberries and blueberries and packs quite a punch with 10 % ABV. The aroma is fruity, definitely smell the different berries. The taste is amazing and I cannot detect the alcohol. Fruity and refreshing. Seems the blackberry dominates over the blueberry. Very good beer to sit back and relax with. Pairs very well with chocolate, preferably chocolate cake. Black and Blue comes in a 1 pint 9.6 oz bottle and though the price is more like the price of a good six pack, it is worth it. Go out and pick yourself up a bottle.

Cheers!

Bananas Over Beer!

unsweett — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:00:50 +0000

Sierra Nevada Kellerweis Hefeweizen, a hazy golden beer brewed using the traditional Bavarian open fermentation to give is unique flavors. With a nice 4.8% ABV with hints of banana and clove. A good beer that you could drink in the spring and the fall, it’s no wonder Sierra Nevada included this beer as part of their year round collections. Now, before you crack open this bottle and start sipping from the bottle you have to drink this beer correctly and here is how you do it. First, get yourself a nice clean glass. Next, open the bottle and pour about two-thirds of the bottle into the glass. Finally, take the bottle and swirl the remains and pour the rest and enjoy! This beer can be found just about any grocery or beer store. Worth a try!

Cheers

Bananas?

Oktobeerfest!

unsweett — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 15:18:33 +0000

Went to the Dunedin Brewery last night for the “Fry-Day” portion of the Oktobeerfest. Free to enter the large tent which is taking up the entire parking lot. At the “door” they sold plastic pint glasses for $1. Not bad for a souvenir. Once we made it in, the tables were set up under the tent with a stage in the front. On the other side they were selling all different types of German sausages and sauerkraut. We were boring and picked up a large pretzel. I finally made to the bar and filled my Liter glass mug with the special of the night which happened to be Oktoberfest ale. My wife filled here Liter glass mug with the Razzberry Wheat. Both were very good. The Marzen style or Oktoberfest beer was great! Nice and dark maple colored that went down very smooth. After about a half hour of arriving the announcement came that they were getting ready to tap the ceremonial keg. I made my way front and center. 5…4…3…2…1 swing the wooden mallet and tap the spout of the keg and the beer flowed out on the ground. I quickly made my way to the keg and unfortunately was unable to fill my Liter mug, but was handed a plastic pint to fill up and away I did! Soon after as my wife and I enjoyed the last remains of our beer I had a chance to meet the owner of Dunedin Brewery and he have me some advice on how to brew my own beer (which I hope to do soon). While talking to the owner the brewer came up and I believe his name was Norman, I commended him on his Oktoberfest beer and his Summer Buzzz. He also, gave me some advice for home brewing and also told me to get ready for Blitzen. That is the winter beer Dunedin Brewery will be coming out with around the first or second week of December. I will be back for the Blitzen. I plan on heading over to Oktobeerfest tomorrow!

Prost!

Half Full? Half Empty? All Gone!

Great Divide

unsweett — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:36:50 +0000

Sitting down and just opened a bottle of Great Divide Titan IPA. The aroma is full of hops and sweetness. This IPA packs a punch with 7.1 % ABV. The taste is piney and hints citrus hops. A nice malty sweetness completely balances this good beer. I dont get the strong bitterness like I do in other IPA beers, I guess that could be a good thing if you like slightly bitter. I know I have had an IPA that tastes very similar, maybe you could tell me? Worth picking up if your in the mood for an IPA that won’t take the enamal off your teeth!

Cheers

Get Buzzed with Dunedin Summer Buzz

unsweett — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 00:54:09 +0000

This is a good beer. Brewed with local honey, actually it’s across the street from the brewery. This beer is a great Summer beer. The sweetness of the honey covers up the alcohol, which is about 8% ABV. After the second sip I notice more bite, but still remains smooth and sweet. If you are ever out in the Dunedin area during the Summer months I strongly suggest grabbing a seat and this pint. Be careful, this one will sneak up on ya!

Summer Buzzzz

Ommegang Hennepin

unsweett — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:06:36 +0000

This was my first Saison beer, brewed in the traditional Belgium farmhouse style, I was shocked! I am addicted to this beer, so refreshing. I notice first the citrus hops and catch hints of banana and some sorts of spice. This is a great late Summer beer. I highly recommend picking this beer up, you cannot go wrong with this Saison.

Cheers!