Sunday, September 7, 2008

Thank you Chunk!

Mississippi Mud Black & Tan
Bottle: Old Fashion "XXX" Jug Style with 2 shaded Brown top/bottom. Totally original and clever packaging.
Pour: I was expecting something a lot darker since it was advertised as a "Black&Tan", but the med brown with a hint of red color provides a descent pour with a small head that lays thin.
Taste: Mild and smooth. There is almost no bite and has a very distint sweetness on the palate. One first taste i thought it was a honey or even a sugar cane taste, but it does infact stay over every sip! Quite nice and refreshing with the darker roasted grains.
After taste: Very little Hops and light on the back of the tounge once you finish a drink.

Package: 8.9
Color: 7.5
Taste: 7.2
After Taste: 7.9
"They got praelines and cream and they got Mississippi Mud... AND THEY GOT CHOCOLATE ERUPTION! And they got apple...and they got grape, they got grape, and SUPER DUPER CHOCOLATE ERUPTION!"

Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Shiner- hmmmmm


Shiner Black Lager:

I have never been a fan of this Mid Texas brew house. Their claim to fame being a Hefe-, which leaves much to be desired- par at best. Nevertheless, it was on sale, so why not? It pours well and has a wonderful rich chocolate and roasted scent to it. Not overpowering, in fact, could have given a bit more bite and I would not have complained. Good color and nothing too odd that would take points away. Not bad – I might buy it again.

Package – 5.9

Color – 7.8

Taste – 6.0

After Taste – 7.0

The Brits Are Pouring


Boddington's:

It is the magnetic opposite of a Guinness. And I’m attracted to both. Thick White head that cascades just like the famous stout! And laces perfectly as you drink. Such a great late summer beer.The only way I can describe the first few sips is to say: Pure Silk. Its one of the most effortless drinks to keep on swallowing. Can design is a very clever- a great bright yellow with a bee and cask on the cover help it stand out among the 'regular' colors. I cannot drink just one and since they are in a 1 pint aluminum can they leave you with a slight buzz and a smile. Love the Bee! Cheers Wu!

Package: 8.5

Color: 9.0

Taste: 8.0

After Taste: 7.8