Virtual Happy Hour (Brews & Spirits, Pics & Reviews)

[Zardnaar]

Mm. That seems the most common symptom: exhaustion.

Yeah, it'd be foolhardy not to.

Sorry the beers didn't arrive. Especially when you're stuck in the house like that, a few simple pleasures can make a big difference.

Think they were out popular brand. Shelves often clear out early on the variety packs.

I have a supermarket with walking distance as well but not gonna go there for obvious reasons.

Not gonna ask family to do a beer run lol.

 

[Zardnaar]

The hard stuff.

 

[Guest 7034872]

I absolutely love this stuff.

 

[Cadence]

Sugar Creek Brewing Mocha Java Porter from Charlotte, NC. 3.8/5 on Untappd, 5.2% ABV, 16 IBU. It's a solid chocolate/coffee porter.

I was distracted as I poured (that's my excuse).

 

[Warpiglet-7]

look. I am no no connoisseur. I can tell from this thread that I don’t have the cultured palate that some of you do.

Let’s be real. I like to drink a lot of beer over a long time…grilling, partying playing D&D!

So on vacation on the Oregon coast I found a variety of local beers and chose one with a 4.2 ABV. Here you will see I am drinking it by the ocean, with a can cozy from a local souvenir shop. That right! I am all class!

It’s hoppy for me…but good. Got another in the fridge. I flew 1000s of miles to drink this beer and take this picture. I am about to go out to the beach again…but before I go, here you go!

Yachat’s “See See Lager” in a Pirate’s Plunder cozy from Newport Oregon.

I could see guzzling 3-4 of these while eating a giant plate of calamari and halibut down at MO’s by the bay. For an intermission I would go watch the sea lions who are some of the cutest creatures ever.

Might got get me another one come to think of it.

 

[Cadence]

look. I am no no connoisseur. I can tell from this thread that I don’t have the cultured palate that some of you do.

I try a lot of different ones ... but I certainly wouldn't say my palate has developed beyond knowing what I like and don't like

 

[Warpiglet-7]

A simple, unassuming black & tan that's honest, cheap, and good.

Let me tell you something…

I am a midwesterner that cannot get this…but years ago, running up the east coast with friends from grad school, I had this right from the can.

I still remember the taste many years later. I look for it whenever On vacation. I always find the lager but not this.

This friends, is good stuff. I am not a beer snob though so ymmv. But it tasted good…and I shall have it again one day!

 

[Zardnaar]

I try a lot of different ones ... but I certainly wouldn't say my palate has developed beyond knowing what I like and don't like

My palates not much better. I can taste malt, hops etc but can't dribble on about citrus tastes and roasted cinnamon with hints of whatever.

Oh grain taste as well thanks to Russian beers.

 

[beancounter]

My selection today. The Forklift Unicorn (NEIPA) was a solid example of the style. The Modest man Hef was decent "Rock Steady", but a little light on the typical Hef flavors.

 

[Cadence]

Edmund's Oast - Leather Jacket American Porter. 85=Very Good (3.74/5), 6.5% ABV.

"Leather Jacket is a take on the American Porter style, expressing round notes of earthy chocolate and oak, brought together with a touch of sweet caramel. Centennial hops hint at citrus orchards in bloom."

A very solid, not sweet porter. I didn't notice anything like a "citrus orchard in bloom."