two weeks till the contract begins

This week I've been off work and all over the place-- by the end of today, I'll have driven a little more than 600 miles since Monday afternoon. So I haven't been sitting down with people and trying new beers so much as downing tea like it's my job, but here's a few I tried since the last time I wrote:

River Horse Double White Belgian Style: I love this beer because it's made in New Jersey, but also because it's just a very mild, balanced, pleasant witbier. Good summer evening beer.

Harpoon Leviathan: The general consensus from everyone else trying this was that it's pretty darn good. However, you've probably heard that I don't care for IPAs. I'm hoping the style will grow on me someday. I was more amused by the name than the beer itself; Leviathan is a large sea creature who keeps the gates of hell. I enjoyed this beer about as much as I'd expect to enjoy the company of a demonic sea monster. But, if you like IPAs, this is probably an extremely good one to try.

Arrogant Bastard Oaked: That is a good ale. That is a very, very good ale. It's quite strong and a bit bitter, but really good. I don't know what else to say about it.

Long Trail Belgian White: This was a little bit sweeter than the River Horse Belgian White mentioned above, but still a very crisp, refreshing beer. A few friends and I had dinner at the General Store in Allamuchy, which is BYOB. Across the street was the Allamuchy Liquor Store so we bought a six pack of this to go with our sandwiches, mostly because I hadn't tried this one before, but also because it's a nice style of beer to follow a hot, humid day of work. Actually, I think I'm the only one who was there who had worked that day, but still... very refreshing and pleasant.

I'm at Rutgers today, so will be hanging out with the infamous Cheryl and Gurzo this evening for dinner and probably a beer or two. There's a liquor store near their house that does mixed six packs. Paul, you've been warned, but keep in mind you have several months to catch up.

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