The Brew SiteYesterday I received a package from Deschutes Brewery containing three bottles of this year’s Twilight Ale. It’s their summer seasonal and quite a popular one. From the press release: Twilight Ale is a straw-colored ale with a vigorous hop essence and a subtle, wafer-like body that complements the flavor of … Continue reading
Saturday May 9, 2009 marked Karl Strauss Brewing Company‘s 6th annual Beach to Brewery Beer + Music Fest with a sold-out crowd of 2,500 people. Karl Strauss celebrated their 20th Anniversary at the event with 20 beers on tap for 20 years, including 20th Anniversary Bourbon Aged Trippel, Pineapple IPA, … Continue reading
On June 27th, 2009, Deschutes Brewery turns 21. To celebrate, the craft brewery is releasing a limited batch of Black Butte XXI, which is a doubled-up, barrel-aged version of the brewery’s flagship ale, Black Butte Porter. “It may seem a little unusual to release a dark, heavy beer in the … Continue reading
I cracked open the bottle of Redhook Tripel tonight that I received last week, unsure of what to expect but with high hopes all the same. I have to say I wasn’t disappointed; Redhook has extended beyond their comfort zone with a big beer that will surprise people, I think. … Continue reading