The whole idea at this point is to be the little engine that could, and crawl myself back to a respectable tally. It will take a while, but I am going to get there. I just need to keep trying new beers when seeing people, and when all else fails make custom six packs at Total Wine.
On Sunday, I went to Laura's parents house for dinner to celebrate her brother's birthday. I wanted to bring a gift. Since her brother enjoys hoppy beers, I decided on Stone IPA because I think they may be the best micro-brewer in the country. If you like hoppy beers and have never had it before, pick up a six pack and try it. The quality is hard to find anywhere else. I've had this beer before, and it's a real ass-kicker.
While over for dinner, where I ate so much that I fell into a food coma, I managed to try two new beers. The dinner was delicious. The beers were also great.
Dominion Beach House Golden Pilsner: I thought this would be more on the side of a summer beer, perhaps the name just fooled me. Pilsners are not light and fruity (like many summer beers) and neither was this beer. However, it did seem to have quite a bit of hop characteristic to it.
Staropramen: Laura's dad was gracious enough to save me this Czech beer so I could try it. I thought it was very similar to, but slightly better than, Pilsner Urquell. Since Pilsner Urquell is much easier to find in the US, I would try that first before seeking out it's cousin.
Bells Lager of the Lakes: I got this beer as part of a custom six pack, and I'll be reviewing the rest of the six pack later. My initial impression was that this beer tasted about how a lager should. Those familiar with Yuengling and other premium lagers should know what I mean. Bells is also one of the better micro-brewers in the country, so trying their stuff is usually a worthwhile endeavor.
I look forward to Colleen's final updates before she goes under contract. Until then, I'll just keep plugging along and do my best to contain the damage (I mean lead) she will inflict. if she doesn't mind, I'd like to know which micro-brewer she thinks is the best in the country.
The scorecard:
Colleen: 253
Paul: 239
Cheers,
Paul
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I need to think a bit about the microbrewer question, but in the meantime, it is totally unfair that there is no where in the Toms River or Johnsonburg areas that offers mixed six packs!
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Your food coma was intense. It could only be compared to a Thanksgiving food coma.
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