| Brewery | Flavor | Website | ABV | IBU | Personal Evaluation | Guest Evaluation | Notes | |
| 4 Hands Brewing Company, 1220 S 8th St, St. Louis, MO 63104 Phone: 314-436-1559 | Absence of Light Milk Stout with Chocolate and Peanut Butter | https://4handsbrewery.com/beers/ | 7.1 | ? | Has a nice flavor, but there's a lot of competition in this stuff any more. I like it. | Four-pack of Pint cans from Total Wines in Knoxville on 11/03/2020, another on 1/19/2021. | ||
| 4 Hands Brewing Company, 1220 S 8th St, St. Louis, MO 63104 Phone: 314-436-1559 | Chocolate Milk Stout - Stout with Cacao Nibs | https://4handsbrewery.com/beers/ | 5.5 | ? | Shared one of Rich's after our trip to Knoxville. Very nice, worthy of more attention. | One of Rich's, 1/20/2021. | ||
| 7 Dogs Brewpub, 360 W Spring St, Wytheville, VA 24382 Phone: 276-228-0994 | Blackberry Sour | https://7dogsbrewpubva.com/ | 4.7 | 5 | Had a taste at the brewpub and liked it. Lovely deep red color, too. | A taste at the Brewpub on a trip to Whyteville with Rich & Judy, on 09/28/2019 | ||
| 7 Dogs Brewpub, 360 W Spring St, Wytheville, VA 24382 Phone: 276-228-0994 | Venrick Run West Coast IPA | https://7dogsbrewpubva.com/ | 6.6 | 65 | This is a not too bad West coast-style IPA. Wish they had a better staff | A pint at the Brewpub on a trip to Whyteville with Rich & Judy, on 09/28/2019 | ||
| Abita Brewing Company, 166 Barbee Road, Covington, LA 70433 Phone: 985-893-3143 | Big Easy Session IPA | https://abita.com/brews/big-easy-ipa | 4.5 | 40 | Note to self: Don't buy this beer again. Ever! | Grab-n-go growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Adirondac Brewing Company, 33 Canada Street, Lake George, New York 12845 Phone 518-668-0002 | Bear Naked Ale "All-natural amber ale" | http://adkbrewery.com/ | 5.2 | 17 | I really enjoyed a couple of these at Big G's in Whitehall, NY on our trip to New England in June 2016. Nice, and very drinkable. | Two pints at Big G's Pub, 68 Main St, Whitehall, NY 12887 | ||
| Against The Grain Brewery, 401 E Main St, Louisville, KY 40202 Phone: 502-515-0174 | 35 K Stout Beer | http://www.atgbrewery.com | 7 | 25.5 | A very nice stout, with hints of coffee. I like it. | Four-pack to carry along to NC, from Riverside on 08/06/2018. | ||
| Alltech Lexington Brewing and Distilling Company, 401 Cross Street, Lexington, KY 40508 Phone: 859-225-8095 | Kentucky IPA | http://www.kentuckyale.com/products/lexington-brewing-company/kentucky-ipa | 6.5 | 70 | This one did not generate any letters home. | |||
| Alpine Beer Company, 2363 Alpine Blvd., Alpine, CA 91901 Phone: 619-445-2337 Owned by Green Flash since 2014. | Windows Up IPA | http://alpinebeerco.com/windows-up/ | 7 | 41 | Nothing to write home about. I'm saving the rest of it until I have company. | Anita got me a sixer from Casual Pint on 11/15/2017. It's labelled "Best by 3 Oct 2017." | ||
| Anchor Brewing Company, 1705 Mariposa St, San Francisco, CA 94107 Phone: 415-863-8350 | Go West! IPA | https://www.anchorbrewing.com/beer/go_west_ipa | 6.7 | ? | Good stuff. | Las Vegas, April 2017 | ||
| Anchor Brewing Company, 1705 Mariposa St, San Francisco, CA 94107 Phone: 415-863-8350 | Brotherhood Steam Dry-Hopped Beer | https://www.anchorbrewing.com/blog/anchor-brewing-and-chris-robinson-brotherhood-present-brotherhood-steam-beer/ | 5.6 | ? | Not bad at all. Wouldn't be a first choice, but if offered, wouldn't be turned down. | Single from Riverside Bev. On 12/01/2017 | ||
| Atlantic Brewing Company, 15 Knox Road, Bar Harbor, Maine 04609 Phone 207.288.2337 | Manly Men Beer Club Big Wicked IPA | http://www.atlanticbrewing.com/ | 6.8 | Not bad, not outstanding. Not a problem, since they no longer brew it. Dunno why, though, 'cuz it tasted fine to me. | on tap at Dennett's Lobster Hoiuse in Castine, ME. Monday, June 13, 2016 | |||
| Atwater Brewing Company, 237 Joseph Campau, Detroit, MI 48207 Phone 313-877-9205 | Hop-a-Peel IPA | http://www.atwaterbeer.com/ | 7 | 118 | Doesn't taste anything like the rated IBU.. Smooth, with a lovely aroma. Very nice! | No longer on the website, 28/12/2017 | ||
| Back Forty Beer Company, 200 North 6th Street, Gadsden, AL 35901 Phone 256-467-4912 | Freckle Belly IPA | https://www.backfortybeer.com/freckle-belly-ipa | 7.5 | 85 | An excellent brew. Very smooth, nicely hoppy, with a lovely aroma. Very Tasty! | Sixer from Food City on 01/06/2020 | ||
| Back Forty Beer Company, 200 North 6th Street, Gadsden, AL 35901 Phone 256-467-4912 | Truck Stop Honey Brown Ale | https://www.backfortybeer.com/truck-stop-honey-brown-ale | 6 | 14 | Mild, drinkable, but not at all memorable. | Sixer from Casual Pint in Hixson, TN on 12/23/2017 | ||
| Banger Brewing Co mpany, 450 Fremont St #135, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: 702-456-2739 | El Heffe (Jalapeno Hefeweizen) | http://bangerbrewing.com/craft-beers/ | 5.2 or 5.6 | 17 | Has an interesting, peppery flavor. Quite Nice. | Sample at the Brewery on Fremont Street, 01/10/2018. Las Vegas, baby! | ||
| Banger Brewing Co mpany, 450 Fremont St #135, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: 702-456-2739 | Morning Joe (Coffee Kolsch) | http://bangerbrewing.com/craft-beers/ | 5.5 | 25 | With a very nice flavor of coffee, I could get used to this stuff. | Sample at the Brewery on Fremont Street, 01/10/2018. Las Vegas, baby! | ||
| Banger Brewing Co mpany, 450 Fremont St #135, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: 702-456-2739 | Turncoat (American Double/Imperial IPA) | http://bangerbrewing.com/craft-beers/ | 8.5 | 85 | Nice flavor, plenty powerful. | Sample at the Brewery on Fremont Street, 01/10/2018. Las Vegas, baby! | ||
| Banger Brewing Co mpany, 450 Fremont St #135, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: 702-456-2739 | Hop Culture Reference (Mosaic) | http://bangerbrewing.com/craft-beers/ | 6.5 | 65 | The Mosaic hops make this one tasty brew. | Sample at the Brewery on Fremont Street, 01/10/2018. Las Vegas, baby! | ||
| Banger Brewing Co mpany, 450 Fremont St #135, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Phone: 702-456-2739 | Black Eye P.A. | http://bangerbrewing.com/craft-beers/ | 9.3 | 95 | This is the one. Lovely dark color, nice nose, and the flavor is smooth and savory. I'll have another, please. | Sample at the Brewery on Fremont Street, 01/10/2018. Las Vegas, baby! | ||
| Bearded Iris Brewing, 101 Van Buren St, Nashville, TN 37208 Phone: 615-928-7988 | Homestyle IPA | https://beardedirisbrewing.com/beer/homestyle/ | 6 | Kind of blond, with an unfiltered look to it. Not bland, but not really hoppy, either. Looks like they're going for the entry market. | Growler from Riverside Bev. 01/23/2017. Pint can with dinner at the Sidetrack, with Rich & Judy, on 08/02/2019 | |||
| Bearded Iris Brewing, 101 Van Buren St, Nashville, TN 37208 Phone: 615-928-7988 | Red-Handed Double Dry Hopped IPA | https://beardedirisbrewing.com/beer/ddh-red-handed/ | 7.5 | This one is a nice brew. Nicely hopped, and has a bit of citrus tang. | Four-pack of 16-ounce cans from Vine and Barrel in Hixson on 12/26/2018 | |||
| Bearded Iris Brewing, 101 Van Buren St, Nashville, TN 37208 Phone: 615-928-7988 | Ever Clever Double IPA | https://beardedirisbrewing.com/beer/ever-clever/ | 8.5 | Another very nice brew from Bearded Iris. I like this one even better than the Red-Handed stuff. | Four-pack of 16-ounce cans from Vine and Barrel in Hixson on 12/26/2018 | |||
| Bearded Iris Brewing, 101 Van Buren St, Nashville, TN 37208 Phone: 615-928-7988 | Again & Again New England-style Pale Ale | https://beardedirisbrewing.com/beer/again-again/ | 5.5 | Mild, not hoppy at all. Has an interesting, hazy flavor that is quite nice. | Shared a 16-ounce can with Rich Sander on 04/05/2019 | |||
| Beer Army Burger Company, 252 Pollock St., New Bern, NC 28560 | Heroes Never Die IPA | https://www.beerarmy.com/on-tap | 5 | 44 | A typical "session IPA," this one is right in line with others of this ilk. | on tap at New Bern, NC on 05/16/2019 | ||
| Belching Beaver Brewery, 980 Park Center Dr, Vista, CA 92081 Phone: 760-599-5832 | Hop Highway IPA | http://belchingbeaver.com/core-beer/ | 7.3 | 65 | Quite a nice IPA. Loved the flavor and it had a good level of hoppiness. | Sixer from Total Wine in Las Vegas, 09/22/2017 | ||
| Bell's Brewing Company, 355 E. Kalamazoo Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Phone 269-382-2332 | Two Hearted Ale - American IPA | https://www.bellsbeer.com/beer/year-round/two-hearted-ale | 7 | "100% Centennial Hops" give it a good taste. | Growler from Riverside Bev. 12/02/2016 | |||
| Bell's Brewing Company, 355 E. Kalamazoo Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Phone 269-382-2332 | Kalamazoo Stout | https://www.bellsbeer.com/beer/year-round/bells-kalamazoo-stout | 6 | "Stout brewed with Brewer's Licorice" | Single from Publix in Hixson, 05/11/2018 | |||
| Bell's Brewing Company, 355 E. Kalamazoo Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Phone 269-382-2332 | Hopsoulution Ale Double IPA | https://www.bellsbeer.com/beer/library/hopsoulution-ale | 8 | 70 | Smooth-tasting, could be hoppier. Hoppier would make me happier. But I'm pretty happy with the hoppy here. ;-) | Sixer from Casual Pint on 06/03/2018. Sixer of cans from Riverside Bev. on 05/30/2019. | ||
| Bell's Brewing Company, 355 E. Kalamazoo Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Phone 269-382-2332 | The Oracle Double IPA (West-coast style) | https://www.bellsbeer.com/beer/library/oracle-ale | 10 | Sixer to carry along to NC, from Riverside on 08/06/2018. | ||||
| Bell's Brewing Company, 355 E. Kalamazoo Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 Phone 269-382-2332 | ||||||||
| Benford Brewing Company, 2271 Boxcar Rd, Lancaster, SC 29720 Phone: 803-416-8422 | The Problem Solver Imperial IPA | http://www.benfordbrewing.com/ | 11.5 | 109 | Very nicely hopped, this brew pushes all the right buttons. I love it! Gotta have more. | Sixer from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits $16.00 11/01/2016 | ||
| Big Dog Brewing Company,4543 North Rancho Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89130 Phone: 702-940-2739 | War Dog Imperial IPA | http://www.bigdogsbrews.com/ | 8.3 | A wonderfully hoppy brew, eminently drinkable, with a long-lasting taste. | ||||
| Big Dog Brewing Company,4543 North Rancho Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89130 Phone: 702-940-2739 | Dirty Dog IPA | http://www.bigdogsbrews.com/ | 7.1 | A nice brew, great flavor. | ||||
| Big Dog Brewing Company,4543 North Rancho Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89130 Phone: 702-940-2739 | Underbite Double IPA | http://www.bigdogsbrews.com/ | 8.7 | Very nice brew. This 'un has a bit more power than the Dirty Dog but still has the flavor we've come to know and love from the folks at Big Dog. | Sixer from Smith's Market in Las Vegas. 20% off when you buy four six-packs! | |||
| Big Dog Brewing Company,4543 North Rancho Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89130 Phone: 702-940-2739 | Lhazy Dog - Lazy Hazy Ale | http://www.bigdogsbrews.com/ | Smooth, golden color. Quite acceptable, but must be new 'cuz it's not on the website. | Jeff enjoyed a flight and I renewed my acquaintence with the Underbite IPA, at the Draft House, 09-23-2017 | ||||
| Big Dog Brewing Company,4543 North Rancho Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89130 Phone: 702-940-2739 | Kibbles 'N Nibs Imperial Porter | http://www.bigdogsbrews.com/ | quite nice, and obviously new, since it's not yet on their website. | Part of Jeff's flight on 09-23-2017, I previaled upon him to give me a taste. | ||||
| Big River Grill and Brewing Company, 222 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: 423-267-2739 | Big River Vienna Lager | https://www.bigrivergrille.com/ | 5.2 | 26 | A mild, flavorful lager. One of a few available at the local ball park. | On draft at least since 2005. | ||
| Big River Grill and Brewing Company, 222 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: 423-267-2739 | House Brand IPA | https://www.bigrivergrille.com/ | 6.2 | 65 | They've been brewing this one since I moved here to Tennessee. It's a very acceptable IPA. | On draft at least since 2005. | ||
| Big River Grill and Brewing Company, 222 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: 423-267-2739 | Iron Horse Stout | https://www.bigrivergrille.com/ | 5.7 | 28 | Also a long-time staple at the Big River restaurants, it's a smooth standard stout. | On draft at least since 2005. | ||
| Big River Grill and Brewing Company, 222 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: 423-267-2739 | Big River Brut IPA | https://www.bigrivergrille.com/ | 8.1 | 32 | I like this version of their standard IPA. A bit more power but not as hoppy, it's a good alternative when dining at the BRG. | Fall of 2018 and spring of 2019. | ||
| Big River Grill and Brewing Company, 222 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: 423-267-2739 | Big River Honey Pepper Golden Ale | https://www.bigrivergrille.com/ | 7.5 | 25 | Tastes sort of green and peppery, with a bit of Jalapeno to add the bite. Very nice. | November 20, 2020 with dry-rubbed Cajun Chicken Wings. | ||
| Big River Grill and Brewing Company, 222 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: 423-267-2739 | Big River Rembrandt's Coffee Stout | https://www.bigrivergrille.com/ | 7.5 | 60 | Stout with coffee is an idea being tried around the world. Not everyone gets it right, but Big River did. This one is very nice. | November 20, 2020 with a lovely piece of Carrot Cake. | ||
| Big River Grill and Brewing Company, 222 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: 423-267-2739 | Big River's Barrel-Aged Dark Belgian | https://www.bigrivergrille.com/ | 10 | 18 | A Strong/Dark Belgian ale, this one is very nice. | 13-oz. glass downtown on 12/16/2020 with Rich & Judy. | ||
| The Black Abbey Brewing Company, LLC, 2952 Sidco Dr, Nashville, TN 37204 Phone: 615-755-0070 | The Five Points West-coast Style IPA | http://blackabbeybrewing.com/ | 5.6 | 94 | This stuff has a beautiful color and a very nice taste. Plenty hoppy, but not so powerful it will put you out too soon. Pairs great with Tedeschi Trucks Band and a Sue Grafton novel. | Sixer from Casual Pint on 11/06/2017 | ||
| The Black Abbey Brewing Company, LLC, 2952 Sidco Dr, Nashville, TN 37204 Phone: 615-755-0070 | The Forty Four Porter Brewed with Coffee | https://blackabbeybrewing.com/beer/potus-44/ | 4.8 | 25 | Very smooth and drinkable, with a lovely hint of coffee. | Sixer from Food City on 05/22/2018 | ||
| The Black Abbey Brewing Company, LLC, 2952 Sidco Dr, Nashville, TN 37204 Phone: 615-755-0070 | The Special - Belgian style Abbey Ale | https://blackabbeybrewing.com/the-special/ | 7.4 | 20 | I like a Belgian Dubbel once in a while, and this is an easy one to like. Very drinkable. Anita likes its reasonable price. | Sixer of cans from Total Wines in Knoxville on 07/06/2020. Another on 9/24/2020. Becoming a new go-to favorite. Another on Election Day. | ||
| Blackberry Farm Brewery, 1471 West Millers Cove Road Walland, Tennessee 37886 Phone: 865-984-8166 | Coyote Tactics IPA | http://www.blackberryfarm.com/brewery/beer/coyote-tactics-ipa | 7.3 | 73 | A very tasty brew. Nicely hopped, but not over the top. You could drink this one all day long. | Single from Food City, 02/07/2018 and subsequent sixers, all cans. | ||
| Blackberry Farm Brewery Tap Room, 106 Everett Avenue, Maryville, TN 37804 Phone: 865-724-2088 | BFB IPA | http://blackberryfarmbrewery.com/taps | 6.9 | 60 | Not too bad, this one is not hazy at all. The venue could be more welcoming; had it been, we might have spent more time and tried more of their offerings. | Had a 12-ounce pour at theirTap Room on 06/18/2020. They don't do pints! | ||
| Blackstone Brewing Company, 2312 Clifton Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209 Phone: 615-327-9969 | HopJack American-style IPA | http://www.blackstonebeer.com/ | 6.3 | 60 | Nice flavor, smooth, but not at all hoppy. I need to try their "Adam Bomb West Coast IPA" | Sixer from Food City | ||
| Blackstone Brewing Company, 2312 Clifton Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209 Phone: 615-327-9969 | Dark Matter Black IPA | http://www.blackstonebeer.com/ | 6.2 | 55 | Sorry, Blackstone, this one is not a winner. Better than a Miller Lite, but not worthy of the IPA title. | Sixer from our neighbor's Casual Pint in Hixson | ||
| Blackstone Brewing Company, 2312 Clifton Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209 Phone: 615-327-9969 | Adam Bomb West Coast IPA | http://www.blackstonebeer.com/ | 7.2 | 83 | ||||
| Blue Dawg Brewing, Baldwinsville, NY | Wild Blue Premium Blueberry Lager | http://www.wildbluelager.com/ | 8 | Has a very pronounced blueberry flavor, which, coupled with it's power, makes for an interesting drink. | Since 2008, sold out to Anheuser-Busch which now belongs to a German consortium. Anheuser-Busch Inc., One Busch Place, St. Louis, MO 6311 | |||
| Blue Pants Brewery, 500 Lanier Road, Madison, AL 35758 Phone: 256-325-1131 | Hop Bursted IPA | http://www.bluepantsbrew.com/ | 6.9 | 75 | Every bottle I opened exploded into foam. The beer isn't bad, but most gets lost when it blows up. A stern email to the producers got no response. | This review was made on a Sixer of bottles, which I tried before getting the growler fills. | ||
| Blue Pants Brewery, 500 Lanier Road, Madison, AL 35758 Phone: 256-325-1131 | Hop Bursted IPA | http://www.bluepantsbrew.com/ | 6.9 | 75 | I like this brew. Wish the bottled version was as nice as the same stuff on tap. | Growler fills from Riverside proved to be just what was needed to let the beer speak for itself. Sixer of CANS to carry along to NC, from Riverside on 08/06/2018. | ||
| Blue Pants Brewery, 500 Lanier Road, Madison, AL 35758 Phone: 256-325-1131 | Wendy's Double IPA | http://www.bluepantsbrew.com/ | 8.5 | 175 | Nowhere near the 175 they rate this thing. It's a very nice brew, but sorry, could be hoppier. | Bottles from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Blue Mountain Brewery, 9519 Critzers Shop Rd, Afton, VA 22920 Phone: 540-456-8020 | A Hopwork Orange Orange-infused IPA | https://bluemountainbrewery.com/beer/ | 7 | 65 | A nice brew with an Orange twinge. Could be a bit hoppier. | A sixer of bottles from The Mercantile Store in Draper, VA on 09/28/2019 with Rich & Judy. | ||
| Bluepoint Brewing Company, 161 River Street, Patchogue, NY 11772 (Long Island) | Blueberry Ale | http://www.bluepointbrewing.com/ | 4.39 | 14 | Smooth, just a hint of the namesake berry, very mild. | 07/02/2016 - website says ABV=4.5, IBU=14 | ||
| Boojum Brewing Company, 50 N Main St, Waynesville, NC 28786 Phone: 828-246-0350 | Hop Fiend IPA | https://www.boojumbrewing.com/beer/ | 6.5 | 80 | Yeah, should get more of this. Very nice for a small-town brewery. | Sixer to go from a gas stop in western NC on the way to see Jeff & Amy on 10/20/2019 | ||
| Boulder Beer Company. 2880 Wilderness Pl, Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: 303-444-8448 | Slope Style Winter IPA | http://www.boulderbeer.com/ | 6.4 | 60 | Quite nice. Looking forward to trying some of their other brews. | |||
| Boulder Beer Company. 2880 Wilderness Pl, Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: 303-444-8448 | Mojo IPA | http://www.boulderbeer.com/ | 7.2 | 70 | Very distinctive flavor, makes you take a second swig, which soon leads to a second bottle. | |||
| Boulder Beer Company. 2880 Wilderness Pl, Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: 303-444-8448 | Mojo Risin' Double IPA | http://www.boulderbeer.com/ | 10 | 80 | Like Mojo on Steroids. Just wonderful. | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Boulder Beer Company. 2880 Wilderness Pl, Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: 303-444-8448 | Pulp Fusion Blood Orange IPA | http://www.boulderbeer.com/ | 6.5 | 52 | Has a nice taste with orange overtones, but not as hoppy as I would like. | Bottles from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Boulder Beer Company. 2880 Wilderness Pl, Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: 303-444-8448 | Killer Penguin Barleywine Ale | https://boulderbeer.com/killer-penguin/ | 10 | 60 | This stuff is very nice, at least a 4.25. I really like the taste. Bottle says 2015 on it, a once-a-year release. | Single from Riverside Bev. On 12/01/2017 | ||
| Boulder Beer Company. 2880 Wilderness Pl, Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: 303-444-8448 | Shake Chocolate Porter | https://boulderbeer.com/shake | 5.9 | 39 | I really like this one. Just a hint of chocolate, and seems to have a shot of coffee as well, which covers all the bases for me. I like it, and got three new badges on untapped.com | Growler from Food City on Hixson Pike on 02/19/2019. | ||
| Boulder Dam Brewing Company, 453 Nevada Hwy, Boulder City, NV 89005 Phone: 702-243-2739 | Ocho Loco IPA | http://www.boulderdambrewing.com/ | 6.1 | 50 | Very drinkable once the bartender pulls the right tap handle ;-) This is their 8th anniversary special brew, brought back after a couple of years. | Las Vegas, April 2017 | ||
| Boulevard Brewing Company, 2501 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108 Phone: 816-474-7095 | Flora Obscura Dry-Hopped Porter (not on the website as of this date) | https://www.boulevard.com/beer/our-beers/ | 5.8 | 50 | Listed as "Tough Kitty" on the receipt. May not have lasted too long, found this in their blog. | https://www.boulevard.com/2018/01/04/flora-obscura-dry-hopped-porter/ | Six-pack of bottles from Riverside Bev. on 08/24/2018. | |
| Boulevard Brewing Company, 2501 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108 Phone: 816-474-7095 | Phantom Haze Double IPA from the Smokestack Series | https://www.boulevard.com/beerinfo/phantom-haze/ | 7.5 | 30 | A fruity New England style IPA, not my favorite but certainly more than acceptable if you go for this sirt if brew. | Four-pack of 16-ounce cans from Total Wine & More in Knoxville on 9/24/2020. | ||
| Breckenridge Brewery, 2920 Brewery Lane, Littleton, CO 80120 Phone: 303-623-2739 | Lucky U IPA | http://www.breckbrew.com/ | 6.2 or 5.7 | 68 | A decent brew, but not notable. IBU probably mid-40's. I wanted to like it… | 07/02/2016 - Website lists ABV=5.7, IBU=68 | ||
| Breckenridge Brewery, 2920 Brewery Lane, Littleton, CO 80120 Phone: 303-623-2739 | Vanilla Porter | https://www.breckbrew.com/beers/vanilla-porter-1 | 5.4 | 16 | Drinkable, but not outstanding. | One in a sixer from Bake, Bottle and Brew in Swansboro NC | ||
| Brevard Brewing Company, 63 East Main Street, Brevard NC | American IPA | http://www.brevard-brewing.com/beer.html | 6.5 | ?? | A smooth, drinkable (Session) IPA with no outtanding qualities. | Can at Jimmie Mac's restaurant in Bryson City, NC on 10/19/2019 | ||
| Brooklyn Brewery, 79 North 11th Street N. Brooklyn, NY 11249 | Brooklyn East IPA | http://brooklynbrewery.com/ | 6.9 | 47 | ||||
| Brooklyn Brewery, 79 North 11th Street N. Brooklyn, NY 11249 | Defender IPA | http://brooklynbrewery.com/ | 6.7 | ? | A rich red-amber in color. Easy to drink, smooth on the palate, could have more bitterness. Tastes like about 50 max. | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Brooklyn Brewery, 79 North 11th Street N. Brooklyn, NY 11249 | Black Chocolate Stout | https://brooklynbrewery.com/brooklyn-beers/limited/black-chocolate-stout/ | 10% | Two Sixers from Total Wine in Knoxville on 11/03/2020. | ||||
| Bullfrog Brewery, 229 W 4th St, Williamsport, PA 17701 Phone: 570-326-4700 | Edgar IPA (as in 'Edgar Allan Poe') | http://bullfrogbrewery.com/beer-ontap.html | 8 | ? | A nice IPA from the middle of Pennsylvania. Well done, Froggie! | A couple of Drafts at the Brewery on our Pennsylvania excursion, with a fine fish dinner, on 06/19/2019 | ||
| Burial Beer Company, 40 Collier Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-475-2739 | Hawkbill IPA | http://www.burialbeer.com/ | 6 | 55 | An interesting brew… Citrus flavor, some hints of Juniper… not too bad. | Sixer from Rich Sanders, June 2017 | ||
| Burial Beer Company, 40 Collier Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-475-2739 | Difficulties in Comprehension Double IPA | https://burialbeer.com/beers/ | 8.5 | 61 | A collaboration with Bearded Iris of Nashville, this is an excellent brew. | On tap at the Paragon restaurant in Asheville NC on 05/19/2019 | ||
| Bube's Brewery, 102 N Market St, Mount Joy, PA 17552 Phone: 717-653-2056 | Brut IPA | http://bubesbrewery.com/brewery/ | 7.6 | 30 | A more-than-halfway-decent IPA. Even though it's got low numbers, I like the taste. And the venue is absolutely marvelous! | A draft at the Brewery, which dates back to 1876, on our Pennsylvania excursion, 06/21/2019 | ||
| Buck
Bald Brewing, 160 Ocoee St, Copperhill, TN 37317 Phone: 706-431-7141 |
Kapuna Berry IPA | https://buckbaldbrewing.com/ | 6.6 | 85 | Open for only a year when we stopped by. This one is a bit fruitier than I would normally like, but didn't taste as IPA-ish as one might expect. | Pint at the brewery, formerly a Gas Station, during our trasin excursion from Etowah on 08/17/2019 | ||
| Burnt Hickory Brewery, 2260 Moon Station Ct, Ste 210, Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 770-514-8812 | Cannon Dragger IPA | https://www.burnthickorybrewery.com/our-beers | 8.5 | 100 | This one is pretty good. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| Burnt Hickory Brewery, 2260 Moon Station Ct, Ste 210, Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 770-514-8812 | Drivin' n' Cryin' IPA | https://www.burnthickorybrewery.com/our-beers | 5.5 | 40 | This one is not as good. A Session style, not very hoppy and kinda wussy. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| Busted Sandal Brewing Company, 7114 Oaklawn Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229 Phone: 210-872-1486 | Slippery Rock IPA | http://www.bustedsandalbrewing.com/yearroundbeers/ | 7.1 | 55 | Not a bad brew. Could be hoppier, but overall very drinkable. Dunno how they get away with the name. | Enjoyed on our San Antonio reunion in April 2018. | ||
| Capital Brewery, 7734 Terrace Ave,, Middleton, WI 53562 Phone: 608-836-7100 | Mutiny IPA | http://capitalbrewery.com/beer-type/mutiny-ipa/ | 6.2 | 70 | Not a bad brew, but not a favorite either. | Single bottle from Gordy's IGA in Chippewa Falls, WI on 09/22/2018 | ||
| Catawba Brewing Company, 32 Banks Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-552-3934 | Astral Bootie Beer IPA | http://catawbabrewing.com/ | 4.5 | 40 | Low-powered, smooth-tasting, but will never be a "first choice" for me. | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Catawba Brewing Company, 212 South Green Street, Morganton, NC 28655 Phone: 828-430-6883 | HOPness Monster IPA | http://catawbabrewing.com/ | 6.5 | 60 | A very nice brew. I like the hoppiness, and it doesn't have a citrusy intrusion to spoil it. | Sixer from Casual Pint on 11/17/2017 | ||
| Catawba Brewing Company, 212 South Green Street, Morganton, NC 28655 Phone: 828-430-6883 | Peanut Butter Chocolate Stout | https://catawbabrewing.com/beers/peanut-butter-chocolate-stout/ | 5.4 | 52 | This is one decent PB&C. And Catwba now has a place in Charlotte and two in Asheville. | Pint at the Pirate's Cove Bar and Grille in New Bern NC on 07/04/2020 | ||
| Carton Brewing, 6 E. Washington Dr., Atlantic Highlands, NJ | 077XX East Coast Double India Pale Ale | http://cartonbrewing.com/beers/077xx/ | 7.8 | 80 | Has a nicely hoppy flavor. Trying local beers when I can on this road trip. | From the Tap Room, at the Summerset Hills Hotel in Warren, NJ 07059 | ||
| Central Waters Brewing Company, 351 Allen St, Amherst, WI 54406 Phone: 715-824-2739 | Rift IPA | http://centralwaters.com/beers/year-round-beers.php | 6.5 | 50 | Not so much to my taste. There are a lot of better beers available. | Single bottle from Gordy's IGA in Chippewa Falls, WI on 09/22/2018 | ||
| Cerveseria Modelo, Nava Mexico | Cerveza Modelo Negro | https://www.modelousa.com/en-US/ | 5.4 | "Munich Dunkel-style Lager" is not too bad, except for my inate aversion to anything from AB InBev. | Grupo Modelo is a large brewery in Mexico owned by Belgian-Brazilian company Anheuser-Busch InBev. | |||
| Chattanooga Brewing Company, 1804 Chestnut St. Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-702-9958 | Hill City India Pale Ale | https://www.chattabrew.com/ontap/ | 7.2 | 95 | This stuff is OK. Has a nice malty flavor, and the hops come through, but can't say it's outstanding. Pretty good, though. Properly bitter. | Four-pack of Pint cans from Food City in Daisy on 11/09/2018. Can says 7.2 %, 80 IBU vs. website numbers. | ||
| Chattanooga Brewing Company, 1804 Chestnut St. Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-702-9958 | Chestnut Street Brown Ale | https://www.chattabrew.com/beer | 6.2 | 20 | Nicely malty, this has a chocolate flavor that enhances its smooth nature. | Single can from Food City on 05/04/2019 | ||
| Chippewa River Distillery & Brewster Bros. Brewing Co, 402 W River St, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, Phone: 715-861-5100 | Dark Timber Stout | https://www.chippewariverdistillery.com/dark-timber-stout | 5.3 | 33 | A very tasty Stout, and they have an interesting venue overlooking the Chippewa River. Nice! | A draft at their brewhouse in Chippewa Falls, WI on 09/22/2018 | ||
| Cigar City Brewing Company, 3924 W Spruce St, Tampa, FL 33607 Phone: 813-348-6363 | Jai Alai India Pale Ale | https://cigarcitybrewing.com/beer/jai-alai-ipa/ | 7.5 | 70 | This brew is quite mild for its rating, but does taste nice. | Sixer of cans from Casual Pint on 12/08/2017. On tap at the Pour House in Chattanooga on May 21, 2020. | ||
| Cigar City Brewing Company, 3924 W Spruce St, Tampa, FL 33607 Phone: 813-348-6363 | White Oak Jai Alai IPA | https://cigarcitybrewing.com/beer/white-oak-jai-alai/ | 7.5 | 70 | This one has a very nice flavor, quite smooth and drinkable. Brewed with shavings of Oak. | Four-pack from Casual Pint on the way home from our San Antonio sojourn in April 2018. | ||
| Clown Shoes Beer, 306 Northern Ave, Boston, MA, 02210 (started in Ipswich) | Space Cake Double IPA | https://www.clownshoesbeer.com/cs_beer/space-cake/ | 9 | 90 | Hehehe… Clown Shoes… (snicker) | Acquired by Harpoon in October 2017. Four-pack of cans from Riverside Bev. On 08/31/2017. | ||
| Copperhill Brewery, 105 Ocoee Street, Copperhill, TN 37317 Phone: 423-548-3030 | Blond Ale | https://www.copperhillbrewery.com/#OURCRAFTBEER | ? | ? | Smooth, but nothing special. I gave it a 3.25. Not sure, but this may be the one they call the "Autumn Blond." | Pint at the nearby Copperhill Café during our trasin excursion from Etowah on 08/17/2019 | ||
| Coronado Brewing Company, 170 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118 | Idiot IPA | www.coronadobrewingcompany.com | 8.5 | 90 | Very smooth, nicely hoppy with sweet tinges, but not too fruity. The second one was nicer; even moreso was the third. | (Jeff) Aptly named, the brewmaster may have been describing himself. It's actually not that bad tasting some fruity hints and fairly smooth. It'll never be my favorite, but it's not as bad as the name may indicate. | 06/29/2016 - Website says ABV=8.5, IBU=72 | |
| Crazy Mountain Brewing Company, 439 Edwards Access Rd B-102, Edwards, CO 81632 | Hookiebobb IPA | http://www.crazymountainbrewery.com/ | 6.7 | 87 | Nicely bitter without the usual powerful ABV, this one is quite tasty. This is hoppy, properly bitter, and warrants further inspection.. | Bottles from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits. | ||
| Creature Comforts Brewing Co. 271 W Hancock Ave. Athens, GA 30601 Phone: 706-410-1043 | Reclaimed Rye | http://www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com/year-round/ | 5.5 | "Amber Rye aged on French Oak" makes for a very pleasant beverage. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | |||
| Creature Comforts Brewing Co. 271 W Hancock Ave. Athens, GA 30601 Phone: 706-410-1043 | Tropicalia IPA | http://www.creaturecomfortsbeer.com/year-round/ | 6.2 | Nice, mild version with hints of tropical fruit. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | |||
| Crown Valley Brewing and Distilling Co., 13326 State Hwy F, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670 Phone: 573-756-9700 | Gunslinger Double IPA | https://www.crownvalleybrewery.com/ | 9 | 93 | Yeah, this is one of the good 'uns. Very tasty, enjoyable for sure. | Sixer from Casual Pint on 11/06/2017 | ||
| Crystal Coast Brewing Company, 219 W Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, US 28512-5303 Phone: 252-296-2841 | Macon Waves DIPA w/ Papaya and Coconut | https://crystalcoastbrewingcompany.com/current-beers-on-tap | 8.1 | 40 | Quite tasty even if the fruits and nuts don't predominate the mix. They have several of these variations listed on Untappd but none on their own website. What's up with that? | A pint at Black Beard's Pirate Den in New Bern, with Jeff & Amy on 07/02/2020 | ||
| Dark Horse Brewing Company, 511 S Kalamazoo Ave, Marshall, MI 49068 Phone: 269-781-9940 | Double Crooked Tree IPA | http://www.darkhorsebrewery.com/double-crooked-tree-ipa | 12 | 84 | A new favorite. This one is dark, flavorful, smooth… Did I mention the wonderful flavor? | Single from Riverside Bev., 07/14/2017. We'll get more, fer shur. | ||
| Dark Horse Brewing Company, 511 S Kalamazoo Ave, Marshall, MI 49068 Phone: 269-781-9940 | Crooked Tree IPA Unfiltered and Unpasteurized | http://www.darkhorsebrewery.com/crooked-tree-ipa | 6.5 | 48 | Smoooooth… | Sixer from Riverside Bev., 10/16/2017. | ||
| Dark Horse Brewing Company, 511 S Kalamazoo Ave, Marshall, MI 49068 Phone: 269-781-9940 | Sapient Trip Ale, a Belgian-style Tripel | http://www.darkhorsebrewery.com/sapient-trip-ale | 9.5 | 32 | Sixer from Casual Pint in Hixson, TN on 12/23/2017 | |||
| Deschutes Brewery, 901 SW Simpson Ave., Bend, OR 97702 Phone: 541-385-8606 | Fresh Squeezed IPA | https://www.deschutesbrewery.com/ | 6.4 | 60 | Quite a nice brew. Citrus flavors predominate, as expected with Citra and Mosaic hops. | Las Vegas, April 2017 | ||
| Devil's Backbone Brewing Company, 50 Northwind Lane, Lexington VA 24450 | Eight Point IPA | http://dbbrewingcompany.com/beers/eight-point-ipa/ | 6.2 | 60 | Mild with a nice taste, not as hoppy as I would have liked but quite acceptable. And a bit preferable to the Hop Hunter, I think. 2018 website says 70 IBU | Riverside Bev , and three of 'em in the Adventure Pack from Food City on 02/21/2017.One at the theater in Whyteville VA to see a show about Johnny Cash, 09/27/2019 | ||
| Devil's Backbone Brewing Company, 50 Northwind Lane, Lexington VA 24450 | UK-IPA English Style India Pale Ale | http://dbbrewingcompany.com/ | 6.7 | 60 | Smooth and nicely hopped, not as gnarly as it could be but should withstand the trip to the land of Nehru. | Adventure Pack from Food City on 02/21/2017 | ||
| Devil's Backbone Brewing Company, 50 Northwind Lane, Lexington VA 24450 | Juniper IPA | http://dbbrewingcompany.com/ | 8.2 | 65 | Now this one has a lovely flavor, the signature Juniper predominating. We'll have to do it again, fer shur! | Adventure Pack from Food City on 02/21/2017 | ||
| Devil's Backbone Brewing Company, 50 Northwind Lane, Lexington VA 24450 | Baracus Double India Brown Ale | http://dbbrewingcompany.com/ | 9.6 | 64 | The 'brown ale' taste predominates. This one is quite nice, but haven't seen it other than in the Adventure Pack. | Adventure Pack from Food City on 02/21/2017 | ||
| Devil's Backbone Brewing Company, 50 Northwind Lane, Lexington VA 24450 | 16 Point Imperial IPA | http://dbbrewingcompany.com/beers/16-point-ipa/ | 9.1 | 91 | A lovely brew! Flavor is great, nicely powerful as well. These guys do not dissapoint. | Sixer from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits, 06/22/2017. And more later. And, one on International Beer Day, 08/07/2020. Another from Total Wine in Knoxville on 9/24/2020. | ||
| Devil's Backbone Brewing Company, 50 Northwind Lane, Lexington VA 24450 | Vienna Lager Vienna Style Lager | http://dbbrewingcompany.com/beers/vienna-lager/ | 5.2 | 18 | Quite bland, apparently a sop for those fans of typical American "big business" breweries. Will never be a favorite, but I just had to give it a try. | Sample from Food City on 03/14/2018 (Pi day) | ||
| Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Inc., 6 Village Center Blvd, Milton, DE 19968 Phone: 302-684-1000 | Indian Brown Dark IPA | https://www.dogfish.com/ | 7.2 | 50 | Has a smooth 'brown ale' flavor with a bit more hoppiness. I like it. And since it's well-priced at the local grocery, my wife likes it, too. | Sixer from Food City on 06/27/2016 | ||
| Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Inc., 6 Village Center Blvd, Milton, DE 19968 Phone: 302-684-1000 | Liquid Truth Serum IPA | https://www.dogfish.com/brewery/beer/liquid-truth-serum | 6.8 | 65 | Up to 7.0% in 2019. Very hoppy, very delicious. | Sample from Casual Pint on 11/17/2017; Sixer of cans from Food City in Dayton on 05/24/2019. | ||
| Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Inc., 6 Village Center Blvd, Milton, DE 19968 Phone: 302-684-1000 | 90 Minute Imperial IPA | https://www.dogfish.com/brewery/beer/90-minute-ipa | 9 | 90 | This is a very smooth brew given the big numbers. I like it a lot. | Sixer of bottles from Food City on 10/17/2018, another on 03/22/2019. Another on 08/07/2020. | ||
| Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Inc., 6 Village Center Blvd, Milton, DE 19968 Phone: 302-684-1000 | Lupu-Luau IPA | https://www.dogfish.com/brewery/beer/lupu-luau-ipa | 7.3 | 45 | They say there's a lot of coconut in it. Kind of a gimmick, if you ask me; can't really taste it. | Single can from Food City on 10/17/2018 | ||
| Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Inc., 6 Village Center Blvd, Milton, DE 19968 Phone: 302-684-1000 | 75 Minute IPA | https://www.dogfish.com/brewery/beer/75-minute-ipa | 7.5 | 75 | Sixer of bottles from Riverside Bev. On 10/29/2018 | |||
| Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Inc., 6 Village Center Blvd, Milton, DE 19968 Phone: 302-684-1000 | Flesh and Blood IPA | https://www.dogfish.com/brewery/beer/flesh-blood-ipa | 7.5 | 45 | Quite a reasonable version. Could be hoppier but eminently drinkable. | Single can from Food City on 01/16/2019 | ||
| Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Inc., 6 Village Center Blvd, Milton, DE 19968 Phone: 302-684-1000 | The Perfect Disguise Double IPA | https://www.dogfish.com/brewery/beer/perfect-disguise | 8 | 70 | It's double dry-hopped, they say. Could be that's what makes it so tasty. Note to self: get more! | Single from Total Wine in Knoxville on 04/24/2020 | ||
| Duclaw Brewing Company, 8901 Yellow Brick Road, Suite B, Baltimore, MD 21237 Phone 443-559-9900 | Sweet Baby Jesus! Chocolate Peanut Butter Porter | https://duclaw.com/beers/sweet-baby-jesus-2/ | 6.2 | 33 | This is a really good brew. I love a nice Porter, and when it's enhanced with peanut butter and chocolate, what more could you ask for? | Trip to Aurora NC, May 2019; sixer from Total Wine in Knoxville 4/24/2020 and another on 9/24/2020. | ||
| Duclaw Brewing Company, 8901 Yellow Brick Road, Suite B, Baltimore, MD 21237 Phone 443-559-9900 | Dirty Little Freak Coconut Caramel Chocolate Brown Ale | https://duclaw.com/beers/dirty-little-freak/ | 5.8 | 30 | All the best characteristics of a brown ale, hints of caramel and chocolate add to it's charm. I like it. | Trip to Aurora NC, May 2019. Sixer from Riverside Bev. on 11/24/2019. | ||
| Duclaw Brewing Company, 8901 Yellow Brick Road, Suite B, Baltimore, MD 21237 Phone 443-559-9900 | PastryArchy Chocolate Cherry Bon Bon Imperial Stout | https://duclaw.com/beers/the-pastryarchy-chocolate-cherry-bon-bon/ | 8.5 | 31 | Quite nice. Very nice chocolate flavor, not so much the cherry. I like it a lot. | Four-pack of 16 oz. cans from Riverside Bev. on 12/22/2019. | ||
| Duclaw Brewing Company, 8901 Yellow Brick Road, Suite B, Baltimore, MD 21237 Phone 443-559-9900 | Sweet Baby Java Espresso Bean Infused Chocolate Peanut Butter Porter | https://duclaw.com/beers/sweet-baby-java/ | 6.5 | 53 | This one is for the coffee lover. | Sixer of cans from Total Wine in Knoxville on 09/24/2020. Ditto on 11/03/2020. | ||
| Duquesne Brewing Company, Pittsburg, PA. Brewed by City Brewing Company at Latrobe, PA | Duquesne Pilsener Beer | https://duquesnebeer.com/ | 5 | Remeniscent of the old Milwaukee and La Crosse brands that have been resurrected for a new generation of beer drinkers. | Several at Rich & Judy's party 12/16/2017. Thanks, Rich. | |||
| Ellicottville Brewing Company, 28 Monroe St, Ellicottville, NY 14731 Phone: 716-699-2537 | Mimosa IPA | https://ellicottvillebrewing.com/ebc-mimosa-ipa/ | 7 | 75 | I like this one. There aren't many that I don't like. Nice and fruity yet decently hoppy. | Sipped a draft at Station 101 in DuBois PA on Tuesday, 06/18/2019. | ||
| Elysian Brewing Co., Inc, 6010 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA 98108 Phone: 206-860-3977 | Elysian Space Dust IPA | http://www.elysianbrewing.com/beer?beer=79 | 8.2 | 73 | Very smooth, nicely hoppy. I like it. | Sample single from Food City, 02/07/2018. Website says, "In 2015 partnered with Anheuser-Busch, joining its family of craft brands." Not a good omen, IMO. | ||
| Eventide Brewing Co. 1015 Grant St, Atlanta, GA 30315 Phone: 404-907-4543 | The 'A' IPA | https://www.eventidebrewing.com/eventide-pale-ale-1 | 7 | ? | Smooth with a nice nose. Not hoppy at all. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| Fat Bottom Brewing Company, 900 Main Street, Nashville, TN 37206 Phone: 615-678-5715 | Knockout IPA | http://www.fatbottombrewing.com/ | 5.9 | 80 | Drinkable, but low-powered. Advertised IBU places it in the "acceptable" range, and I will prolly revise and extend my remarks. Hoping to visit their new brewpub in Nashville. | Four 16-oz cans from Food City. | ||
| Fifty Fifty Brewing Company, 11197 Brockway Rd #1, Truckee, CA 96161 Phone: 530-587-2337 | Donner Party Porter | https://www.fiftyfiftybrewing.com/ | 7.2 | 30 | Shared with Rich on 2/04/2021. This stuff is not bad, but definitely NOT worth $4.79 a pint. | Got a pint can at Total Wine in Knoxville on 01/19/2021. Website says they don't ship east of New Mexico, dunno how it got to TN. | ||
| Finch Beer Company, 1800 W. Walnut St, Chicago, IL 60612 Phone: 312-929-4773 | Hardcore Chimera Imperial IPA | https://www.finchbeer.com/ | 9 | 81.3 | A nice DIPA. Smooth and eminently drinkable, a solid 4 on the untappd scale. | Four 16-oz cans from Riverside Bev. On 08/01/2018 | ||
| Firestone Walker Brewing Company, 1400 Ramada Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446 | Easy Jack Session IPA | http://www.firestonebeer.com/ | 4.5 | 45-50 | Yuck! | (Jeff) Would I get it again? Not on purpose. Would I remember the name? Just so I could avoid it. | ||
| Firestone Walker brewing Company, 1400 Ramada Dr, Paso Robles, California, 93446 Phone: 805-225.5911 | Easy Jack Session IPA | http://www.firestonebeer.com/beers/ | 4.5 | 45-50 | No, never, not ever again. | Not my fault! Anita bought it when we said, "get us something different." Las Vegas, April 2017 | ||
| Fishtowne Brew House, 133 Turner St, Beaufort, NC 28516 Phone: 252-838-1102 | Sandbar Hoppin' American IPA | https://fishtownebrewhouse.com/ | 6.8 | 63 | Nothing special. Citrusy, and I really wanted to like it. But they give no tastes, and serve it in a plstic cup, so no tip and no recommendation. It's probably just me. | A pint at the brew house in Beaufort NC on July 1, 2020 with Jeff and Amy. | ||
| Five Wits Brewing Company, 1501 Long Street, Chattanooga TN 37408 Phone: 423-541-5300 | Irish Dry Stout | https://fivewitsbrewing.com/ | 4 | ?? | Sorry to say, nothing at all to make someone want another of these. Wanted it to be special on International Stout Day, but sadly it wasn't. | Had a pint at the brewery with Rich & Judy on 11/07/2019 | ||
| Flying Dog Brewing Company, 4607 Wedgewood Blvd. Frederick, MD 21703 Phone: 301-694-7899 | Double Dog Double IPA | http://flyingdogbrewery.com/ | 11.5 | 85 | An excellent double IPA, very smooth, very tasty, excellent hops and malt flavouring. | Sixer from the Harris-Teeter store in Chantilly, VA on May 21, 2017 | ||
| Foothills Brewing Company, 3800 Kimwell Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 | Jade IPA | http://www.foothillsbrewing.com/ | 7.4 | 86 | Not bad, not exceptional. They claim it has "a hint of peppery finish" but I don't taste it. Guess I'm just jaded. A second growler confirms the "acceptable" opinion. | Growler from Riverside Bev. Co., Growler from Beverage World in Fort Oglethorpe, GA | ||
| Foothills Brewing Company, 3800 Kimwell Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 | Hoppyum IPA | http://www.foothillsbrewing.com/ | 6.5 | 78 | A tasty IPA, nicely hopped and with hints of citrus. | Rated at ABV=6.25 IBU=78 07/02/2016 | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Centennial IPA | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/centennial-ipa/ | 7.2 | 65 | A very nice IPA, smooth, nicely hoppy, with an interesting drinkability. | |||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | All Day IPA | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/all-day-ipa/ | 4.7 | 42 | A very mild IPA, probably would be desirable for the IPA tyro. That said, it lives up to its name in drinkability. | |||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Double Trouble Imperial IPA | http://foundersbrewing.com/ | 9.4 | 86 | A very nice brew. Enjoying the hoppiness. | Growler from Riverside Bev. 4-pack from Riverside Bev. On 08/10/2019 | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | ReDANKulous Imperial Red IPA | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/redankulous/ | 9.5 | 90 | Wow! Just look at the numbers. I love these guys' stuff, and this is like their Centennial IPA on steroids. The first sip is attention-getting, the second brings a smile, and… well, you get the idea. This stuff is GREAT! | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Azacca IPA | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/azacca-ipa/ | 7 | 70 | Not as powerful, nor as hoppy, as either Double Trouble or Redankulous, but with a nice taste. | Growlers from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Mango Magnifico | http://foundersbrewing.com/ | 10 | ? | Interesting fruity taste, with a lovely lingering hint of Habinero peppers. As a specialty brew, I like this one. Not an everyday beer, but memorable. | one 750 ml from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits, tasted in late June 2017. | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Porter, subheaded "Dark, Rich & Sexy" | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/porter/ | 6.5 | 45 | Very smooth with a dark, smoky flavor that leaves a lovely aftertaste. This could easily become a favorite. | Single from Food City on 08/15/2017 | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | "Dirty Bastard" Scotch Style Ale | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/dirty-bastard/ | 8.5 | 50 | This is a really nice, non-IPA brew. Has a smoky flavor that tingles all the right taste buds. I like it a lot. The more I sip, the more I like. | Sixer from Food City (and other notable sources) | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Curmudgeon's Better Half Old Ale - "Old Ale brewed with Molasses and Aged in Maple Syrup Bourbon barrels" | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/curmudgeons-better-half/ | 12.7 | 35 | Deep, dark flavor keeps this curmudgeon happy. | Four-pack of bottles from Riverside Bev. on 4/11/2019 | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Canadian Breakfast Stout (CBS) Maple Syrup Bourbon Barrel-Aged Coffee Chocolate Stout | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/barrel-aged-6/ | 11.3 | 45 | So nice... there's a lot of Curmudgeon in this fine brew. I guess they reused those barrels for this last run of the CBS. | Four-pack of bottles from Riverside Bev. on 11/24/2019 | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Kentucky Breakfast Stout (KBS) Bourbon Barrel-Aged Chocolate Coffee Stout | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/kbs/ | 12.2 | 70 | Quite tasty. And hearty. Not so sweet as the CBS. Like all other Founder's brews, it's very likeable. | Single to try from Vine & Barrel in Hixson TN on 11/28/2019 | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | 4 Giants Imperial India Pale Ale | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/4-giants-ipa/ | 9.2 | 80 | This is a very nice brew.It's a "mash-up of four of our favorite Imperial IPA recipes" and winds up being a purty good blend. The 4 giants are Sleeper Cell, 10K, Grease Monkey, and Double Trouble. | Four-pack of bottles from Total Wine in Knoxville on 04/24/2020 | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Backwoods Bastard Bourbon Barrel Aged Scotch Ale | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/backwoods-bastard/ | 11 | 50 | Another great brew from Founder's. Pricey, but very tasty. | Four-pack of bottles from Total Wine in Knoxville on 04/24/2020. Another on 06/18/2020. | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Underground Mountain Brown Ale | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/underground-mountain-brown/ | 11.9 | 30 | Stocking my pantry for the winter. | Four-pack of bottles from Total Wine in Knoxville on 09/24/2020. | ||
| Founder's Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Phone: 616-776-1195 | Big Luscious Stout, brewed with Chocolate and Raspberries | https://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/big-luscious/ | 7.8 | 30 | Got a really big Raspberry hit, definitely a desert beer. It's something to share unless you really have a sweet tooth. | Four-pack of bottles from Riverside Beverage, on 01/26/2021. | ||
| Four Peaks Brewing Company, 1340 E 8th St #104, Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: 480-303-9967 | Hop Knot American-style IPA | https://www.fourpeaks.com/beers/mainstays/hop-knot/ | 6.7 | 47 | Quite acceptable. Pretty much your typical California beer. | Sixer from Total Wine in Las Vegas, 01/13/2018. | ||
| Four Sons Brewing Company, 18421 Gothard St Suite 100, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Phone: 714-584-7501 | Land of Hopportunity Blood Orange IPA | http://foursonsbrewing.com/beers/land-of-hopportunity/ | 6.3 | 62 | Nothing to see here… move along… "A west-coast style American IPA brewed with bright citrus and pine hops, finished with fresh blood oranges." | Sixer from Casual Pint, 05/11/2018 | ||
| Four Sons Brewing Company, 18421 Gothard St Suite 100, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Phone: 714-584-7501 | The Great One Imperial IPA | https://www.foursonsbrewing.com/four-sons-beers | 9.9 | 99 | Smoooooth! This one of the best IIPA ever. So smooth, so very nice, that we need to have one at every day. Maybe more! | Four-pack of cans from Riverside Bev. On 8/10/2019 | ||
| Front Street Brewery, 9 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401 Phone: 910-251-1935 | Port City IPA | https://frontstreetbrewery.com/fresh_beer/on_tap_now.php | 6.9 | ?? | One of the brewery's originals, it's quite a nice IPA. They call it a "West Coast-New England hybrid" | Pint at McCormick & Schmick's on 5/18/2017 (Anniversary) and one with lunch, with Anita at the brewery on 10/24/2019 | ||
| Front Street Brewery, 9 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401 Phone: 910-251-1935 | Hop Scotch Black and Tan | https://frontstreetbrewery.com/fresh_beer/on_tap_now.php | Created from the Port City IPA and their Dram Tree Scottish, this makes a colorful sipper. Very nice. | at the brewery on 10/24/2019 | ||||
| Full Sail Brewing Company, 506 Columbia St, Hood River, OR 97031 Phone: 541-386-2247 | Ridiculously Tasty IPA | http://www.fullsailbrewing.com/ | 6 | 60 | Tasty, not aggressive, mild flavor. Less than memorable. | 07/02/2016 - not listed on their website any more. | ||
| Full Sail Brewing Company, 506 Columbia St, Hood River, OR 97031 Phone: 541-386-2247 | Hop Pursuit IPA | https://fullsailbrewing.com/beers/hop-pursuit-ipa/ | 6.5 | 65 | In a single word, "Smooth" is the one I'd choose to describe this beer. It['s quite tasty as well, so makes a good choice. A good successor to the one above. | Sixer from the Casual Pint on 05/01/2018 | ||
| Gate City Brewery, 43 Magnolia St. Roswell, GA 30075 Phone number: 678-404-0961 | OTP Double IPA | 8 | 99 | A nice, hoppy brew with plenty of malt; quite lovely. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | |||
| Gate City Brewery, 43 Magnolia St. Roswell, GA 30075 Phone number: 678-404-0961 | Terminus Baltic Porter | 7.8 | 34 | Dark and smooth | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | |||
| Good People Brewing Company,114 14th Street, Birmingham AL 35233 Phone: 205-286-2337 | Hitchhiker IPA | http://www.goodpeoplebrewing.com/ | 7.8 | 100+ | This is quite a nice IPA. The numbers are nice, the taste is (to me) smooth and drinkable. I like it a lot. They have a standard IPA that's lower in IBU that I need to try. | Growlers from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Good People Brewing Company,114 14th Street, Birmingham AL 35233 Phone: 205-286-2337 | Mumbai Rye IPA | http://goodpeoplebrewing.com/ | 7.4 | 71.9 | Sixer of cans from Casual Pint on 12/08/2017 | |||
| Good People Brewing Company,114 14th Street, Birmingham AL 35233 Phone: 205-286-2337 | Snake Handler Double India Pale Ale "2X IPA" | http://goodpeoplebrewing.com/our-beer/snake-handler | 10 | 100 | This is some pretty nice stuff. Lotsa power, but still smooth and somewhat grape-fruity. | Four-pack of cans from Riverside Bev. on 09/13/2018 | ||
| Goose Island Brewery, Chicago IL | Goose IPA | https://www.gooseisland.com/our-beers/goose-ipa | 5.9 | 55 | What one would expect from AB Inbev. | Bottle at the Frog Hop Tavern in Cadott, WI on 09/21/2018. Part of the AB Inbev (Anheuser-Busch) conglomerate since 2011. | ||
| Grayton Beer Company, 217 Serenoa Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 Phone: 850-231-4786 | 30A Beach Blonde Ale | https://www.graytonbeer.com/ | 4.6 | 13 | Won't be trying any more of this stuff, at least not from this source. Had a skunky taste, maybe due to the age or poor handling. | Sample single from Food City on 08/15/2017. Brew date was 01/10/17! | ||
| Grayton Beer Company, 217 Serenoa Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459-6099 Phone: 850-231-4786 | Fish Whistle IPA | https://www.graytonbeer.com/our-beers#ourbeers | 6.7 | 79 | This was a much happier experience than the can of 30A that I tried some time ago. Very nice beer, very nice people. Met folks from Wisconsin! | Pint at the brewery on 3/19/2021, during road trip with Rich and Judy. | ||
| Grayton Beer Company, 217 Serenoa Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459-6099 Phone: 850-231-4786 | Leave No Trace Porter | ( Not on their website ) | 9.2 | 15 | Quite nice | Rich and I shared a flight after our pints. | ||
| Grayton Beer Company, 217 Serenoa Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459-6099 Phone: 850-231-4786 | Nother Beautiful Day | ( Not on their website ) | 9 | 23 | Pretty good. | Rich and I shared a flight after our pints. | ||
| Grayton Beer Company, 217 Serenoa Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459-6099 Phone: 850-231-4786 | Franklin County Oyster Stout | ( Not on their website ) | 72 | 21 | Nice. | |||
| Grayton Beer Company, 217 Serenoa Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459-6099 Phone: 850-231-4786 | Pearl & Steve | ( Not on their website ) | 9 | 23 | Nicely Hoppy. | |||
| Great Divide Brewing Company, 2201 Arapahoe St, Denver, CO 80205 | Hercules Double IPA | http://greatdivide.com/ | 10 | 85 | Oh, yeah! Hoppy, high-powered, not too much of anything bad, plenty of everything good. | Growler from Beverage World,1840 Lafayette Road, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742 Phone 706-866-5644 | ||
| Green Bench Brewing Company, 1133 Baum Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33705 Phone: 727-800-9836 | Green Bench IPA | http://greenbenchbrewing.com/on-tap-and-to-go/ | 6.8 | 68 | Sixer of cans from Riverside Bev. on 08/24/2018. | |||
| Green Flash Brewing Company, 6550 Mira Mesa Blvd. San Diego, CA 92121 | West Coast IPA | www.greenflashbrew.com | 8.1 | 95 | Smoooooth and nicely hoppy… | (Jeff) Hop-tastic!, very strong on the pallet. | ||
| Green Flash Brewing Company, 6550 Mira Mesa Blvd. San Diego, CA 92121 | Soul Style IPA | www.greenflashbrew.com | 6.5 | 75 | A nice IPA, not as powerful at their West Coast IPA, but smooth and very tasty. | |||
| Green Flash Brewing Company, 6550 Mira Mesa Blvd. San Diego, CA 92121 | Green Bullet Triple IPA | www.greenflashbrew.com | 10.1 | 100+ | Wow! Hoppy, nicely bitter, hints of citrus. And powerful! Not for the faint of heart, but for those of us who appreciate a well-hopped brew, you couldn't ask for more. | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Green Man Brewery, 27 Buxton Avenue, Ashville NC 28801 Phone: 828-252-5502 | Green Man IPA | http://www.greenmanbrewery.com/ | 6.2 | 63 | Has a nice malty flavor, not too bitter but enough to give it a nice bite. I need to try their seasonal "Rainmaker Double IPA," rated 9.3 ABV and 158 IBU, I think. | Growlers from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Green Man Brewery, 27 Buxton Avenue, Ashville NC 28801 Phone: 828-252-5502 | The Rainmaker Double IPA | http://www.greenmanbrewery.com/ | 9.3 | 158 | This one is really smooth, really hoppy, with a flavor that really, really appeals to me. | Four-pack from Riverside Bev. 08/14/2017 | ||
| Grumpy Old Men Brewing, LLC 1315 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 Phone: 706-946-2739 | Grasshoppa Double IPA | https://grumpyoldmenbrewing.com/ | 8 | 85 | Very nice brew. Powerful and pleasant with a good shot of hops. Love it! | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| Grumpy Old Men Brewing, LLC 1315 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 Phone: 706-946-2739 | Hell's Holler Porter | https://grumpyoldmenbrewing.com/ | 7.2 | 38 | This one is a Porter with the Power to Please your Palate. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| Guinness & Co. Brewery (part of Diageo since 1997), St. James Gate, Dublin 8, Ireland | Guinness Nitro (English-style) IPA | https://www.guinness.com/en-us/our-beers/guinness-nitro-ipa/ | 5.8 | 44 | It's truly amazing how the mega-breweries can suck all the flavor out of their product, and still sell it based on the brand name. My advice re. this beer: save your money. | Sample can from Riverside Bev. 12/14/2017. | ||
| Guinness & Co. Brewery (part of Diageo since 1997), St. James Gate, Dublin 8, Ireland | Guinness Extra Stout | https://www.guinness.com/en-us/our-beers/guinness-original/ | 5.6 | IMO, this is the only Guinness to get. | ||||
| Hanger 24 Craft Brewery LLC, 1710 Sessums Drive, Redlands, CA 92374 | Betty IPA | http://hangar24brewery.com/ | 6.5 | 68 | A very nice flavor. Not too hoppy, but nice for an evening's enjoyment. | (Jeff) As far as an IPA it's pretty gentle. I would compare it with the best of beers for yard work, probably not gonna be a repeat buy. | ||
| Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Avenue, Boston, MA 02210 and 336 Ruth Carney Drive, Windsor, VT 05089 | Harpoon IPA | http://www.harpoonbrewery.com/ | 5.9 | 42 | A very pedestrian IPA, neither too powerful nor too distinctiive. | Bottles from Riverside Bev., also from Thurston's Lobster Pound in Southwest Harbor, Maine. | ||
| Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Avenue, Boston, MA 02210 and 336 Ruth Carney Drive, Windsor, VT 05089 | The Long Thaw White IPA | http://www.harpoonbrewery.com/ | 6.2 | 45 | "The Long Thaw White IPA style blends the spiciness of a Belgian Wit and the American hop character of an IPA." | |||
| Hayesville Brewing Company, 1568 Hwy. 64 West, Hayesville, NC 28904 Phone: 828-835-6010 | Half Back Hop English-style IPA | http://www.hayesvillebrewingcompany.com/ | Very lightly hopped, IMO. Would be better with more hops. | A pint at the Brewery on a trip to Hiwassee with Rich & Judy, on 07/26/2019 | ||||
| Heaven & Ale Brewing Company, 304 Cherokee Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37405 Phone: 423-602-8286 | Cloudfall New England-style India Pale Ale | https://www.heavenandalebrewing.com/ | 6.2 | ?? | Very typical NE IPA with Mosaic, Simcoe, and Palisade hops. Not too hoppy, not too strong. Baby Bear would love it. | Sixer of cans at Riverside Bev. on 10/10/2019 | ||
| Heaven & Ale Brewing Company, 304 Cherokee Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37405 Phone: 423-602-8286 | Love Supreme Milk Stout | https://www.heavenandalebrewing.com/ | 5.5 | 25 | This one is a very nice milk stout with coffee and vanilla hints. I love it. | From Richard, tried on 10/13/2019 | ||
| Heaven & Ale Brewing Company, 304 Cherokee Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37405 Phone: 423-602-8286 | Company of Strangers American Blonde Ale | https://www.heavenandalebrewing.com/our-beers | 5.5 | ?? | Dry-hopped with Citra, this one is a better than average blond. | From Richard, tried on 07/08/2020 | ||
| Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: 828-299-3370 | Hawaiian Lounge Juice Extra IPA | https://highlandbrewing.com/ | 8 | 65 | this is flavorsome, fruity, with a nice aftertaste. "Brewed with Passionfruit and Mangos." | Four-pack from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: 828-299-3370 | Daycation IPA | https://highlandbrewing.com/ | 4.9 | 40 | Pathetically Picayune, this stuff shouldn't be allowed on the shelf, let alone in the reefer. Never again. | Mom bought a sample single from Buy Low. | ||
| Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: 828-299-3370 | Black Mocha Stout | https://highlandbrewing.com/beer | 5 | 30 | A nice stout, very much a middle-of-the-road brew but quite acceptable. | Bottle from Jeff's stock on 08/13/2018. | ||
| Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: 828-299-3370 | AVL IPA West Coast Style | https://highlandbrewing.com/beer | 6.5 | 70 | Drinkable, with a nice fruity "pineapple, mango and grapefruit" flavor. The later version claims to have "notes of lychee, mango, lemon, and papaya." | Sixer of bottles from Food City on 01/14/2019. Couple of cans, same source, on 10/09/2019. | ||
| Highland Brewing Company 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Suite 200, Asheville, North Carolina 28803 | Wanderlush Hazy Adventure Ale (IPA) | https://highlandbrewing.com/beer | 5.6 | 45 | Not outstanding, but not bad. | Trip to Aurora NC, May 2019 | ||
| Hi-Wire Brewing Company, 197 Hilliard Ave, Asheville NC 28801 828.738.BIGTOP (2448) | Hi-Wire Hi-Pitch IPA | http://hiwirebrewing.com/flagships-beers/hi-pitch-ipa/ | 6.7 | 61 | Nothing special. They appear to have a problem with names; AKA The Three Ring Brewing Company LLC | Bottles from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits | ||
| Hi-Wire Brewing Company, 197 Hilliard Ave, Asheville NC 28801 828.738.BIGTOP (2448) | Hazy & Juicy & Hoppy & Fresh | https://hiwirebrewing.com/specialty-beers/hazy-juicy-hoppy-fresh-ipa/ | 7.5 | 38 - 20 | Very nice, smooth. Double dry-hopped, has lots of citrus flavor. I like it. | Four 16-oz cans from Riverside Bev. on 10/29/2018 | ||
| Hi-Wire Brewing Company, 197 Hilliard Ave, Asheville NC 28801 828.738.BIGTOP (2448) | Strongman Coffee Milk Stout | https://hiwirebrewing.com/seasonals/strongman-coffee-milk-stout/ | 5.3 | 28 | The flavor of a nice Stout ale is the perfect base for a shot of coffee flavor. This one is very nice. | Sixer of bottles from Food City in Soddy Daisy on 12/21/2018 | ||
| Hi-Wire Brewing Company, 197 Hilliard Ave, Asheville NC 28801 828.738.BIGTOP (2448) | Aerialist Spring Lager | https://hiwirebrewing.com/seasonals/aerialist-spring-lager/ | 5.5 | 25 | Nice and smooth, fairly hoppy for a lager. I like it. | Sample can from Rich Rudez on May the 4th, 2019 | ||
| Hi-Wire Brewing Company, 197 Hilliard Ave, Asheville NC 28801 828.738.BIGTOP (2448) | Mexican Hot Chocolate 10W-40 Imperial Stout | https://hiwirebrewing.com/specialty-beers/10w-40-imperial-stout/ | 8 | 20 | A "style variant" of their 10W-40, I really like the kick of the hot pepper. A lot like the Valkyrie Hot Chocolate; nice! | A pint at the New Village brewery in Oriental, NC on 10/25/2019. | ||
| Hi-Wire Brewing Company, 197 Hilliard Ave, Asheville NC 28801 828.738.BIGTOP (2448) | 10W-40 Imperial Stout | https://hiwirebrewing.com/specialty-beers/10w-40-imperial-stout/ | 8 | 20 | Very smooth, love it. Doesn't have the pepper kick, but it's very good. | Four-pack of 16 oz. cans from Riverside Bev. on 02/13/2020. | ||
| Honky Tonk Brewing Company, 240 Cumberland Bend, Nashville TN 37228 Phone: | Honky Tonk West-Coast Style IPA | http://www.honkytonkbeer.com/our-beers/ | 6.2 | 85 | A nice brew… untappd says IBU=100. | Six-pack of Cans from Riverside Bev. on 11/24/2018 | ||
| Hop Nuts Brewing, 1120 S Main St #150, Las Vegas, NV 89104 Phone: 702-816-5371 | Hopathon IPA | http://www.hopnutsbrewing.com/ | 7 | 65 | 1st in flight, tastes nice. | Las Vegas, April 2017 | ||
| Hop Nuts Brewing, 1120 S Main St #150, Las Vegas, NV 89104 Phone: 702-816-5371 | Gen 3 IPA | http://www.hopnutsbrewing.com/ | 6.6 | 68 | 2nd in my flight, equally good. | Las Vegas, April 2017 | ||
| Hop Nuts Brewing, 1120 S Main St #150, Las Vegas, NV 89104 Phone: 702-816-5371 | Vegas Haze IPA | http://www.hopnutsbrewing.com/ | 6 | 65 | 3rd in my flight, well done. | Las Vegas, April 2017 | ||
| Hop Nuts Brewing, 1120 S Main St #150, Las Vegas, NV 89104 Phone: 702-816-5371 | Hopathon Nitro IPA | http://www.hopnutsbrewing.com/ | 7 | 65 | 4th in my flight, I don't see much difference from the non-nitro version. | Las Vegas, April 2017 | ||
| Hop Nuts Brewing, 1120 S Main St #150, Las Vegas, NV 89104 Phone: 702-816-5371 | Green Mamba Double IPA | http://www.hopnutsbrewing.com/ | 8.5 | 100+s | 5th in my flight, I liked this one best of the five. | Las Vegas, April 2017 | ||
| Hutton and Smith Brewing Company, 431 E MLKing Blvd, Chattanooga TN 37403 Phone 423.760.3600 | Igneous IPA | http://huttonandsmithbrewing.com/ | A local brewery, less than two blocks from our church! How handy is that? And they have a very nice IPA, even though I have no numbers for it. | Growler from Riverside Bev. Single from Food City, 02/07/2018 | ||||
| Hutton and Smith Brewing Company, 431 E MLKing Blvd, Chattanooga TN 37403 Phone 423.760.3600 | Coffee IPA | http://huttonandsmithbrewing.com/ | Picked up a growler of "Coffee IPA" from the local supplier. And guess what: H&S doesn't have it listed on their web site. A nice amber color, and a good flavor (but not at all hoppy). This one's for Mom. | Growler from Riverside Bev. On November 10, 2016 (the birthday of my Mom, Martin Luther, and the USMC). Another on December 2, 2016. Still not listed on the web. Finally, listed as "coming soon" on 12/14/2017. | ||||
| Hutton and Smith Brewing Company, 431 E MLKing Blvd, Chattanooga TN 37403 Phone 423.760.3600 | Bivouac Black IPA | http://huttonandsmithbrewing.com/ | 8.9 | With hints of grapefruit and coffee, I guess this one's for breakfast. Happily for me, I love grapefruit-flavored beverages. Untappd says 100 IBU… | Four-pack from Casual Pint on our way home from our San Antonio reunion in April 2018. | |||
| Idyll Hounds Brewing Company, 845 Serenoa Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459-5019 Phone: 850-231-1138 | Sticky Floors Vol 3 IPA | https://www.idyllhoundsbrewingcompany.com/taproom-selection/ | 7.8 | This one was very tasty. | Pint at the brewery on 3/19/2021, during road trip with Rich and Judy. These guys are next-door to Grayton Beer Co. | |||
| Idyll Hounds Brewing Company, 845 Serenoa Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459-5019 Phone: 850-231-1138 | Divide and Conch'r Double Imperial IPA | https://www.idyllhoundsbrewingcompany.com/taproom-selection/ | 8 | 100 | Smooth and nicely hoppy. | Two sixers of cans at the brewery on 3/19/2021. They didn't have it on tap. | ||
| Imported by Anchor Brewing Company, San Francisco, CA | Hardcore IPA | http://brewdog.com | 9.2 | 150 | "Explicit Imperial Ale," they say. "150 IBU," they say. I say, "Whatever! Give me MORE!" | (Jeff) Pretty sure this may be my new favorite beer. I may have to put it head to head against Hop Box to be sure. | 06/29/2016 - Website says ABV=9.2, IBU=125 | |
| Jackalope
Brewing Company, 701 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203 (615) 873-4313 |
Fennario IPA | http://jackalopebrew.com/fennario/ | 7.2 | 74 | Beautifully amber, nicely hopped, and impeccably presented. We'll want another after this. | Growler from Riverside Beverages on 02/04/2017. Specials for Super Bowl LI. (Congrats to the Patriots) Pint at Casual Pint on 11/06/2017. | ||
| Jackalope
Brewing Company, 701 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203 (615) 873-4313 |
Spruce Beersteen Black IPA | http://jackalopebrew.com/ | 6 | 67 | I like this one. | Growler from Casual Pint in Hisxon, TN on 11/17/2017. | ||
| Jackalope
Brewing Company, 701 Eighth Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee 37203 Phone: 615- 873-4313 |
Bearwalker Ale brewed with Maple Syrup | https://jackalopebrew.com/bearwalker/ | 5 | 32 | Has a nice taste to it. | Single from Richard on 08/05/2019 | ||
| Jekyll Brewing Company, 2855 Marconi Drive, Suite 350, Alpharetta, GA 30005 | Hop Dang Diggety Southern IPA | http://jekyllbrewing.com/ | 6.7 | 74 | A very acceptable brew, not as exciting as the name might suggest but quite nice. | Growler from Whole Foods in Chattanooga, bottles from all the usual suspects. | ||
| Jekyll Brewing Company, 2855 Marconi Drive, Suite 350, Alpharetta, GA 30005 | Hop Dang Diggety Pineapple Habanero Infused IPA | http://jekyllbrewing.com/ | 6.7 | 74 | This is one very nice beer. I love the peppery taste in the back of your throat as you enjoy a nice long slug. Beer + Pepper = Enjoyment. | |||
| Joseph James Brewing Company Inc., Henderson, NV | Hop Box Imperial IPA | www.foxbrews.com | 9.3 | 88 | One of the nicest and best-tasting beers of those we've been drinking. A lovely expression of the hop-head's art. Apart from the packaging (I prefer a glass container) I would ask for one of these every time. | (Jeff) One of the best beers I've tasted in a long time. It's hoppy, smooth and pairs well with everything from burgers to pizza. I've never been disappointed with a can. | The bastards sold out to one of the mega-breweries! 06/29/2016 - Website says ABV=8.2, IBU=85 - they seem to be wimping out. Pints at Yard House in LV on 10/24/2016. | |
| Karbach Brewing Company, 2032 Karbach St, Houston, TX 77092 Phone: 713-680-2739 | Hopadillo IPA | http://karbachbrewing.com/staff/hopadillo-ipa/ | 6.6 | 65 | One of just a few good IPA's I found to enjoy on the River Walk in April. | Can on our reunion in San Antonio, April 2018. | ||
| Kona Brewing Company, Kona, HI; Portland, OR; Woodinville, WA; Portsmouth, NH; Memphis, TN | Aloha Series Castaway IPA | http://konabrewingco.com/ | 6 | 50 | Citrusy with a hint of caramel… or chocolate, or something. Not too hoppy or bitter; other flavors prevail. | Sixer from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits, 06/22/2017. More locally on our Hawaian sojourn in February 2018 | ||
| Kona Brewing Company, 74-5612 Pawai Place Kailua Kona, HI 96740 Phone Restaurant: 808-334-BREW (2739) Office: 808-334-1133 | Hanalei Island IPA | https://konabrewingco.com/our-beers | 4.5 | 40 | This stuff is about like what other brewers call a "session" IPA. Not to my taste, sorry. | Enjoyed (but not so much) on our epic trip to the Hawaiian Islands, February 11-28, 2018. | ||
| Kona Brewing Company, 74-5612 Pawai Place Kailua Kona, HI 96740 Phone Restaurant: 808-334-BREW (2739) Office: 808-334-1133 | Kua Bay IPA (only available in Hawaii) | https://konabrewingco.com/our-beers#hawaii-only | 7.3 | 65 | You maybe should stick with the Maui Brewing Company's stuff unless you really like surfing on Waikiki. Worth a try, however, if you get to Kona or Oahu. | Enjoyed on our epic trip to the Hawaiian Islands, February 11-28, 2018. | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | India Pale Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/ipa | 6.2 | 51.5 | One of my favorite "find it anywhere" IPA's. Quite nice when you can't find a more exotic example of the IPA brewer's art. | |||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Maximus IPA | https://lagunitas.com/beer/maximus | 8.2 | 72.4 | More powerful, and flavorful, than Lagunitas' standard IPA, this brew is tasty, hoppy, and makes an excellent choice. | Sixer on 12/21/2016 from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits. Website now says IBU=59 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Undercover Investigation Shut-Down Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/undercover | 9.3 | 66.5 | More powerful than their regular IPA, not as bitter as the Maximus, this dark brew has a lovely thick taste. Nice in bottles, too. | Growler from Riverside Bev., Single from Food City Grocery on 02/07/2018 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Little Sumpin' Sumpin Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/a-little-sumpin-sumpin | 7.5 | 64.2 | This is a wheat-based ale. Smooth, with a nicely-hopped bitterness, quite good. | Single from Food City Grocery on 02/07/2018 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Sucks Brown Shugga' Substitute Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/sucks | 8 | 63.2 | It's pretty smooth. I like it. | Single from Food City on Hixson Pike,04/06/2018 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Super Cluster Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/super-cluster | 8 | 60 | A very nice brew. Must get more. | Single can from Food City on 01/16/2019. More since, and a sixer of cans on 08/07/2020. | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | 12th of Never Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/12th-of-never | 5.5 | 45 | Single can from Food City on 01/16/2019 | |||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Cherry Jane Sour Ale brewed with Turkish Delight Cherry Juice | https://lagunitas.com/beer/cherry-jane | 5.5 | 9 | This stuff is interesting. It's only a bit sour, and has a definite cherry flavor. I like the tartness, but it lacks a "beer" flavor. Still on the fence. | Growler from Riverside Bev. On 4/11/2019 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Hop Stoopid Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/hop-stoopid | 8 | 102 | Lotsa IBU to satisfy the senses. | Sixer from Riverside Bev on 08/22/2019 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Citrusinensus Pale Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/citrusinensis | 7.7 | 49 | A nicely-hopped Pale Ale with concentrated, fresh Sanguinello Blood oranges. | Single from Food City on 09/04/2019 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, 1280 N McDowell Ave., Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Lucky 13 "A Mondo large Red Ale" for Limited Release since 2006 | https://lagunitas.com/beer/lucky-13 | 8.8 | 76.9 | First time I tried this one. It's nice. Gotta get more. Updated: It's become a go-to favorite for me, whenever I can't get Hop Stoopid. | A couple bottles to try from Food City on 02/25/2020 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, 1280 N McDowell Ave., Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Waldo's Special Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/waldos | 10.8 - 11.7 | 100+ | "The dankest and hoppiest beer ever brewed at Lagunitas.." No argument. This is part of their "2020 OneHitter Series" and I'm gonna make sure it get's more than one hit from me. It's very nice. | A sixer of bottles from Total Wine in Knoxville on 04/24/2020 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, 1280 N McDowell Ave., Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Born Yesterday Fresh hop Unfiltered Pale Ale | https://lagunitas.com/beer/born-yesterday | 7.2 | 60 | A 2020 one-hitter with lotsa hops. Quite tasty. | A sixer of bottles from Total Wine in Knoxville on 11/03/2020 | ||
| Lagunitas Brewing Company, 1280 N McDowell Ave., Petaluma, CA; Chicago, IL Phone 707-769-4495 | Stereo Hopic IPA | https://lagunitas.com/beer/stereohopic-v1 | 7.2 | 65 | Another Limited Release Specialty with Nelson Sauvin (New Zealand) & Mosaic (Yakima) hops. | A sixer of bottles from Total Wine in Knoxville on 1/19/2021 | ||
| Lakefront Brewery Inc., 1872 N. Commerce Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212 Phone 414-372-8800 | "Eye" PA | http://www.lakefrontbrewery.com/beer/year-round/ipa | 6.5 | Tastes like the IBU is in the 60's… very nice. | 07/02/2016 - not listed on their website any more. 11/03/2016 - It's there again. | |||
| Lakefront Brewery Inc., 1872 N. Commerce Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212 Phone 414-372-8800 | Fuel Café' Organic Coffee Stout | http://www.lakefrontbrewery.com/beer/organic/fuel-cafe | 6.4 | 17 | This stuff is pretty tasty. I love a nice smooth stout with coffee infusion, and this brew is one of 'em. I shoulda got a sixer. It's certified Organic by Oregon Tilth, whatever that is. | Single bottle from Gordy's IGA in Chippewa Falls, WI on 09/22/2018 | ||
| Lancaster Brewing Company, 302 N Plum St. Lancaster, PA Phone: 717.391.6258 | Hop Hog IPA | https://www.lancasterbrewing.com/hop-hog | 7 | 60 | Could be better. Has a distinctive after-taste that I found a bit daunting. | I got a can in Mt. Joy on our way to our evening B&B, during our Pennsylvnia excursion, 06/21/2019 | ||
| Lazy Magnolia Brewery, 7030 Roscoe-Turner Rd, Kiln, MS 39556 Phone: 228-467-2727 | Southern Pecan - the Original Pecan Nut Brown Ale | https://www.lazymagnolia.com/beers/southern-pecan/ | 4.5 | 16-19 | Pretty smooth. I would have another… if I had one… | Single from the Casual Pint, Hixson, 05/11/2018 | ||
| Left Coast brewing Company, 1245 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente, CA 92673 Phone: 949-276-2699 | Hop Juice Triple IPA | http://leftcoastbrewing.com/hop-juice/ | 10 | 100 | very nice stuff. Gotta have more. | Sixer from Total Wine in Las Vegas, 01/13/2018 | ||
| Left Hand Brewing Company, 1265 Boston Ave, Longmont, CO 80501, Phone: 303-772-0258 | Warrior IPA | http://lefthandbrewing.com/ | 7.3 | 60 | A nice brew. More later… | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Left Hand Brewing Company, 1265 Boston Ave, Longmont, CO 80501, Phone: 303-772-0258 | Fade to Black, Volume 1 "Foreign Export Stout" | http://lefthandbrewing.com/beers/fade-to-black-vol-1/ | 8.5 | 30 | A beautiful black pour with a full head, a lovely smoky taste… this one goes down well! These lads do very nice work. | Growler from Riverside Beverages on 02/04/2017. Specials for Super Bowl LI. (Congrats to the Patriots) | ||
| Left Hand Brewing Company, 1265 Boston Ave, Longmont, CO 80501, Phone: 303-772-0258 | Pixan Pepper Porter | http://lefthandbrewing.com/beers/pixan-pepper-porter/ | 7.2 | 34 | Very, very nice. Love the peppery addition to the classic Porter profile. | Trip to Aurora NC, May 2019 | ||
| Legal Draft Brewing Company, 500 E. Division St, Arlington, TX 76011 Phone: 817-962-2210 | Chief Justice Stout | http://www.legaldraftbeer.com/beer | 6.6 | 30 | A nice brew. Not too much chocolate or coffee. | Single can from Rich, via Food City in Soddy Daisy, in March 2021. | ||
| Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company, 401 Cross St, Lexington-Fayette, KY 40508 Phone: 859-255-2337 | Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Blackberry Porter | https://www.lexingtonbrewingco.com/products/lexington-brewing-company/kentucky-blackberry-barrel-porter | 8.3 | 16 | Probably the nicest of the brews I've had from this company. Very tasty. | Trip to Aurora NC, May 2019 | ||
| Lost Coast Brewery & Café, 617 4th Street, Eureka, CA | Indica IPA | http://www.lostcoast.com/ | 6.5 | Quite nice. Well hopped, smooth, full-bodied. No IBU indicated, but tastes to me about 60. | ||||
| Lost Coast Brewing Company, 1600 Sunset Dr. Eureka, California 95503 Phone: 707-267-9651 | Fogcutter Double IPA | http://www.lostcoast.com/ | 8.7 | ? | Really good stuff | |||
| Lovelady Brewing Company, 20 S Water St, Henderson, NV 89015 Phone: 702-857-8469 | HopAtomic Double IPA | https://www.loveladybrewing.com/ | 8.2 | 85 | Quite tasty. | |||
| Mad River Brewing Brewing Company, 195 Taylor Way, Blue Lake, CA 95525 Phone: 707-668-4151 | Slammin' Salmon Double IPA | https://www.madriverbrewing.com/index.php/beers | 8.6 | 95.2 | This is some nice stuff. | Sixer from Total Wine in Las Vegas, 01/13/2018 | ||
| Madtree Brewing Company, 3301 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209 Phone: 513-836-8733 | Rubus Cacao Chocolate Raspberry Stout | https://www.madtreebrewing.com/beers/rubus-cacao | 7 | 12 | More fruity than chocolaty, I can't make up my mind on this one. Tastes like soda water. | Single from Food City on Hixson Pike, 04/06/2018 | ||
| Madtree Brewing Company, 3301 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209 Phone: 513-836-8733 | PsycHOPathy IPA | https://www.madtreebrewing.com/beers/psychopathy | 6.9 | 60 | "Madness in a can. Embrace the madness. Embrace the Can." Nicely hopped, quite satisfactory. | Sixer from Food City on Hixson Pike, 04/06/2018 | ||
| Magic Hat Brewing Company, 5 Bartlett Bay Road, South Burlington, VT 05403 Phone: 802-658-2739 | S.M.A.S.H. Hits IPA V0l. 2 | http://www.magichat.net/ | 5.5 | 45 | A sweet, light session IPA that goes down easy and invites you to have another. Quite nice. | Found at the perfect venue in Las Vegas in October 2016 | ||
| Magic Hat Brewing Company, 5 Bartlett Bay Road, South Burlington, VT 05403 Phone: 802-658-2739 | Jinx Limited Run Scotch Ale | http://www.magichat.net/ | 6.9 | 20 | Nicely colored, not hoppy, not aromatic. Altogether blah to the taste. | |||
| Magic Hat Brewing Company, 5 Bartlett Bay Road, South Burlington, VT 05403 Phone: 802-658-2739 | Heart of Darkness Limited Run "Diabolically Delicions" Stout | http://www.magichat.net/ | 5.7 | 30 | ||||
| Maui Brewing Co., 605 Lipoa Pkwy, Kihei, HI 96753 Phone: 808-213-3002 | Big Swell IPA | http://mauibrewingco.com/discover_beer/big-swell-ipa/ | 6.8 | 82 | A very nice IPA. Hoppy, with a smooth delivery that teases the palate and delights the taste buds. | Enjoyed on our epic trip to the Hawaiian Islands, February 11-28, 2018. | ||
| Maui Brewing Co., 605 Lipoa Pkwy, Kihei, HI 96753 Phone: 808-213-3002 | Double Overhead Double IPA | http://mauibrewingco.com/discover_beer/double-overhead-double-ipa/ | 8.5 | 85 | This is the "big brother" to the Big Swell. Hoppy, powerful, fragrant, tasty… Did I mention, hoppy? I love it! | Enjoyed on our epic trip to the Hawaiian Islands, February 11-28, 2018. | ||
| Maui Brewing Co., 605 Lipoa Pkwy, Kihei, HI 96753 Phone: 808-213-3002 | Coconut Hiwa Porter | http://mauibrewingco.com/discover_beer/coconut-hiwa-porter/ | 6 | 30 | Smooth, with a hint of the coconut. All I could think of was Shel Silverston's song, "Killed by a Coconut." | Enjoyed on our epic trip to the Hawaiian Islands, February 11-28, 2018. | ||
| Mayday Brewery, 521 Old Salem Rd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Phone: 615-479-9722 | Inner Sanctum IPA | https://www.maydaybrewery.com/beer/ | 7.6 | 62 | Not a bad brew, I enjoyed the smooth, tasty way it went with my Blackened Red Fish, Etoufee, Red Beans & Rice. Lovely! | A pint at the Pourhouse in Chattanooga on 12/08/2019. An excellent venue, good Cajun cooking. | ||
| McHale's Brewhouse, 724 Ashland Terrace, Chattanooga, TN 37415 Phone: 423-877-2124 | Bloody IPA | http://www.mchalesbrewhouse.com/ | 6.1 | 69 | Not as tasty as it might have been. Maybe I'm not Irish enough. | Growler from Riverside Beverages in mid-January 2017 | ||
| McKenzie Brew House, 240 W Lancaster Ave, Malvern, PA 19355 Phone: 610-296-2222 | The Wave Imperial / Double IPA | https://www.mckenziebrewhouse.com/beer-menu/ | 8.2 | 70 | This Double IPA compares well with some of my favorites from Bell's (Hopsoulution), Founder's (Curmudgion Ales) and Terrapin (Hopsecutioner). If I'm ever in Malvern again, we will look in on these guys. | Draft from their Malvern PA location on our Pennsylvania excursion, 06/15/2019 | ||
| Mehana Brewing Company, 275 East Kawili Street, Hilo, HI 96720 Phone: 808-934-8211 | Volcano Red Ale | http://mehanabrewing.com/beers/volcano-red-ale/ | 5.2 | 23-24 | Yeah, as I remember I kinda liked this one. Smooth, with a nice flavor, but not a lot of kick. | Enjoyed on our epic trip to the Hawaiian Islands, February 11-28, 2018. Hilo is on the Big Island, the owner is a Honolulu oncologist. Go figure. | ||
| Mendocino Brewing Company, 1252 Airport Park Blvd, Ukiah, CA 95482 | Eye of the Hawk Imperial Ale | http://www.mendobrew.com/ | 8 | 40 | Tasty but not over-the-top. | Sixer from Total Wine in Lad Vegas, 09/22/2017 | ||
| Moab Brewery, 686 South Main, Moab, UT 84532 | Johnny's American IPA | www.themoabbrewery.com | 7 | Tasty; nicely hopped but not extreme (extreme is good) | (Jeff) Very drinkable;not too heavy; good finish | 06/29/2016 - Website says ABV=4.0, IBU=60 | ||
| Moccassin Bend Brewing Company, South, 3210 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-821-6392 | Centennial X 5 East Coast IPA | http://bendbrewingbeer.com/ | 6.3 | ? | I like it, but that could be my local bias. These guys started in a basement in St. Elmo and have since moved uptown. Edgy, and nicely sarcastic. | Growler from Riverside Beverages on 01/23/2017 | ||
| Monday Night Brewing, 670 Trabert Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Phone: 404-352-7703 | Cardigans of the Galaxy Double IPA | https://mondaynightbrewing.com/beers/cardigans-of-the-galaxy/ | 9.5 | 95 | Absolutely Lovely! | Four-pack of Pint cans from Sigler's, for the Confederate Railroad concert on 11/17/2018 | ||
| Monday Night Brewing, 670 Trabert Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Phone: 404-352-7703 | Dust Bunny IPA | https://mondaynightbrewing.com/beers/dust-bunny/ | 6.8 | 60 | Not too bad! I could happily do this one again. | A pint at the Pour House in Chattanooga on 11/08/2020. | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Buzz Light Beer Light Wheat Ale | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 4.1 | Meh… something like a Blue Moon, but then, why would ya? | Pint-size growler from Rich Rudez on 01/28/2019 | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Grammy's Blueberry Cobler IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 7.5 | ? | Very sweet for my taste. The Blueberry predominates, I might even say over-powers. But Anita likes it. | On-tap at the brewery, 03/04/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Bismark's Birthday Cake Imperial Stout | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 9.7 | ? | In my mind (and on my palate) a hint of chocolate and a taste of coffee makes the perfect stout. This one is nice, but over-done. | On-tap at the brewery, 03/04/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Grammy's Peach Cobler IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 7.5 | ? | Too sweet, not hoppy enough. | On-tap at the brewery, 03/04/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Captain, Thar Be Chips Ahoy! | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 9.2 | ? | A nice Imperial Stout with flavors of Chocolate. Very dark, very tasty, a solid 4 rating. | On-site for Singo and dinner on 4/24/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution IPA #31 | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | ? | Good enough, better (to my taste) than previous versions. Rated 3.5 today, YMMV. | On-site for Singo and dinner on 4/24/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Birthday Suit Smoothie IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 7.2 | ? | Had a taste of Rich's. Quite nice. | On-site for Singo and dinner on 4/24/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution IPA #33 | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | ? | Flight of four flavors first, then a pint of this one. Very fruity flavor, sweet, an interesting take-off on the genre. | On-site for Singo and dinner on 6/12/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Meanwhile, back on Candy Mountain Imperial Dessert Stout | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 10.1 | ? | Really sweet, nicely powerful, definitely good with a desert. | On-site for Singo and dinner on 6/12/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Tropic of Cashmere Pink Guava - Mango Smoothie Ale | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 7.2 | ? | A pretty good Hazy Ale. | On-site for Singo and dinner on 6/12/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Who's Ready for Cake… and Whiskey? Imperial Dessert Stout | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 10 | ? | Another very good, very sweet Imperial Stout from the Monkey. | at the Pub on 7/12/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution IPA: Batch #34 | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | ? | This one is decent. I think the Monkey is improving with each batch. | at the Pub on 7/12/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Battle Axe Warrior Classic IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | ? | This is a very nice IPA, hoppy enough to appeal to the more discerning palate, smooth enough to want more. Well done. | Pint to start, at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 08/26/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution # 36 IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | ? | Pretty good brew; mild, fruity. It's NE style, so not very hoppy, but overall, more than acceptable. | 5 oz at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 08/26/2019; 5 oz. sampler on 09/05/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Hefelumps and Woozels American Wheat Beer | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 5.7 | ? | Has a very nice taste. Since it has orange peel incorporated, I had mine with a chunk of Orange. Went down very nicely. | 5 oz at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 08/26/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Hazel, I Pray There's Lean In That Cup - Hazelnut Praline Imperial Milk Stout | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 10.1 | ? | A really smooth, nutty, milky, praline-like flavor. Perfect for after dinner enjoyment. | 13 oz at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 08/26/2019; 5 oz. sampler on 09/05/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Black Magic Oatmeal Stout | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.5 | ? | I like this one. It's tasty and not too sweet. | 5 oz. sampler at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 09/05/2019 and on 01/15/2020 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Whatcha Want, a Cookie? Imperial/Double Milk & S'Mores Dessert Stout | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 10.1 | ? | Definitely good for dessert. This one is really sweet, and would probably make a nice Ice Cream Float. | 5 oz. sampler at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 09/05/2019 | ||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | KOTH: King of the Hop Classic IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | A nice, dark IPA. | A pint at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 01/15/2020. 5 oz. sampler, again with Rich and Judy, on 02/22/2020. | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Drop the Lemon Farmhouse Ale | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 4.5 | Very mild; acceptable but not outstanding. | 5 oz. sampler at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 01/15/2020 | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution #40 New England IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | Latest in the series, a legitimate successor to the previous version. | 5 oz. sampler at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 01/15/2020 | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Don't Worry About A Tang Tangerine New England IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | Very fruity. | 5 oz. sampler at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 01/15/2020 | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Hefe-lumps & Woozles American Wheat Beer | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.1 | A smooth wheat beer, similar to a Corona or a Blue Moon. | 5 oz. sampler at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 02/22/2020 and a pint on 08/05/2020. | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution #40.1 New England IPA with Citra, Galaxy, and MI-grown Chinook hops | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | I like this one. It's extra hoppy (2X as much, they say) and very much to my taste. | 5 oz. sampler at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 02/22/2020 | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Valley Girl Juice Cleanse: Blackberry + Blueberry Fruit Sour Ale | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | A typical sour, it grows on you (well, on me) with every sip. They've done several different variations on this one. | 5 oz. sampler at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 02/22/2020 | ||||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution #41 New England IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | Latest in the series, a legitimate successor to the previous version. Goes down very well. | 10 oz. pour at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 04/27/2020 | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution Batch #42 New England IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6 | Quite nice. These always seem to work out well. Hops: Sabra, BRU-1, and Michigan-grown Chinook. | 10 oz. pour at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 05/09/2020 | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Calm before the Swarm American IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.8 | Not a bad choice, but it hasn't got any outstanding traits, either. | 10 oz. pour at the restaurant with Rich and Judy, on 07/15/2020 | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution Theory #1 Double dry-hopped New England IPA | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | I'm afraid I don't like this one as much as its previous incarnations. Too fruity for me… | Rich got a couple carry-outs on a trip to Dayton in August 2020. | |||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone: 423-775-1800 | Evolution Theory #6 | https://monkeytownbrewing.com/draft--cocktail-menu.html | 6.2 | I like this one better than the #1 but not as good as West Coast style IPAs. | Saturday evening at the restaurant, 1/30/2021 with Rich & Judy and the Coopers. | |||
| Moonraker Brewing Company, 12970 Earhart Ave #100, Auburn, CA 95602 Phone: 530-745-6816 | Bob's Your Uncle ESB Ale | https://www.moonrakerbrewing.com/ | 5.6 | ? | Rich liked this one better than I did. | Four-pack of pints, a gift from new neighbors Phil & Neu Cooper on 1/29/2021 | ||
| Moonraker Brewing Company, 12970 Earhart Ave #100, Auburn, CA 95602 Phone: 530-745-6816 | Cool Cool India Pale Ale | https://www.moonrakerbrewing.com/ | 7 | ? | Love this one. Seems to be a West-coast brewery's take on an New England-style IPA. Hazy and juicy, very nice flavor. | Four-pack of pints, a gift from new neighbors Phil & Neu Cooper on 1/29/2021 | ||
| Mother Earth Brew Company, 206 Main Street, Vista, CA 92084 Phone 760 726-2273 | Boo Koo Mosaic IPA | https://www.motherearthbrewco.com/ | 6.5 | 52.3 | Nicely flavored without being bitter, quite good. | 10/21/2016 in cans at Scotch 80's. | ||
| Mother Earth Brew Company, 206 Main Street, Vista, CA 92084 Phone 760 726-2273 | Righteously Hopped Red IPA | https://www.motherearthbrewco.com/ | 6 | 57 | Very nice flavor, a good over-all brew for all-day enjoyment. | 10/23/2016 in cans at Scotch 80's. | ||
| Mother Earth Brew Company, 206 Main Street, Vista, CA 92084 Phone 760 726-2273 | Sin Tax Imperial Peanut Butter Stout | https://www.motherearthbrewco.com/our-beers/ | 8.1 | 45 | This stuff has a really nice flavor. The PB adds to the toasty goodness. | Sixer to carry along to NC, from Riverside on 08/06/2018. Six more on 09/13/2018. Again on 07/17/2019. | ||
| Mountain Layers Brewing Company, 90 Everett St, Bryson City, NC 28713, Phone: 828-538-0115 | Nydee Effret IPA | https://www.mountainlayersbrewingcompany.com/beer | 6.5 | 37 | This one went down well, even on an empty stomach after a long train ride. Very tasty, one of their award-winning brews. Had a lovely time with the the other customers, too. | A couple of Tens at the Brewery after a ride on the GSMR on 10/17/2019 | ||
| Mudshark Brewery, 1095 Aviation Drive, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404 | Desert Magic IPA | http://mudsharkbeer.com/ | 7.2 | 90 | Sweeeeeeeet! | 07/02/2016 - changed the URL | ||
| Naked River Brewing Company, 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-541-1131 | Big Hundy Double / Imperial IPA | https://www.nakedriverbrewing.com/beers | 8 | 120 | Growler at the shop on 01/27/2019 | |||
| Naked River Brewing Company, 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-541-1131 | Robo C.O.P. Ciffee Oatmeal Porter | https://www.nakedriverbrewing.com/beers | 8.2 | 31 | A nice Porter with hints of coffee and oatmeal. I like it. | Growler at the shop on 01/27/2019 | ||
| Naked River Brewing Company, 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-541-1131 | Moon Pie Imperial Milk Stout | https://www.nakedriverbrewing.com/beers | 8.5 | 64 | Nice flavor, but sweeter than I'd like for a regular diet. | Taster at Monkeytown Brewery on 06/12/2019 | ||
| Naked River Brewing Company, 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-541-1131 | Raspberria 51 Sour - Berliner Weisse | https://www.nakedriverbrewing.com/beers | 5.1 | 8 | Nicely sour, with a fruity flavor that I really like. | Pint at the Brewery on 09/24/2019 | ||
| Naked River Brewing Company, 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-541-1131 | Sturgeon General river Series IPA | https://www.nakedriverbrewing.com/beers | 5.6 | 74 | Has a nice flavor; I like it. | Sixer of cans from Food City on 10/09/2019 | ||
| Naked River Brewing Company, 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-541-1131 | Rusty Sasquatch Red IPA | https://www.nakedriverbrewing.com/beers | 6.2 | 60 | Nothing to write home about, but no complaints, either. A nice, middle-of-the-road brew. | Pint at the brewery, with Rich & Judy on their Wedding Anniversary - 11/11/2019 | ||
| Naked River Brewing Company, 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-541-1131 | Yule Shoot Your Eye Out Winter Warmer | https://www.nakedriverbrewing.com/beers | 7.2 | 44 | I missed out last Christmas when they first brought this out. It's got lots of cinnamon, and mint, and a nice dark color to go with. | Pint at the brewery, with Rich & Judy on 05/15/2020. Another pint on 12/16/2020. Waiter said a different recipe. | ||
| Naked River Brewing Company, 1791 Reggie White Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-541-1131 | Cosmic Turtle New England style IPA | https://www.nakedriverbrewing.com/beers | 6.2 | 33 | Have to say this is a nice one. Decent flavor even if it isn't as hoppy as I might like. | Happy hour gift from Rich on 2/04/2021. | ||
| Napa Smith Brewery, 101 Yolano Dr, Vallejo, CA 94589 Phone: 707-252-4392 | Hop Java Coffee Ale | http://napasmithbrewery.com/ | 6.7 | 45 | Has a distinctive coffee flavor that I find intriguing. I like this one, Anita thinks it's too expensive. But what does she know? ;-) It could be hoppier, but has a nice drinkability. | Sixer from Riverside Bev. 06/05/2017 | ||
| Napa Smith Brewery, 101 Yolano Dr, Vallejo, CA 94589 Phone: 707-252-4392 | Amber Ale | 5.7 | 30 | Single from Riverside Bev. 12/01/2017 | ||||
| Grupo Modelo Brewing Company, part of Anheuser-Busch InBev. | Negra Modelo Dunkel-style Lager | 5.5 | Meh! | Best of some sorry choices at one venue on our San Antonio reunion tour in April of 2018. | ||||
| New Belgium Brewing Company, 500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO and 21 Craven Street, Asheville, NC 28806 | Rampant Imperial IPA | http://www.newbelgium.com/ | 8.5 | 85 | Quite nice. An enjoyable brew from a favored company (I won a Fat Tire bike from Riverside Beverage). | |||
| New Belgium Brewing Company, 500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO and 21 Craven Street, Asheville, NC 28806 | Ranger IPA | http://www.newbelgium.com/ | 6.5 | 70 | An acceptable alternative when nothing more exotic is available. This one is often the only choice when traversing the hinterlands. | |||
| New Belgium Brewing Company, 500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO and 21 Craven Street, Asheville, NC 28806 | Voodoo Ranger IPA | http://www.newbelgium.com/beer/voodoo-ranger | 7 | 50 | ||||
| New Belgium Brewing Company, 500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO and 21 Craven Street, Asheville, NC 28806 | Voodoo Ranger Imperial IPA | http://www.newbelgium.com/beer/voodoo-ranger-imperial | 9 | 70 | This has become a default choice whenever no other craft beer is available. Quite drinkable. | |||
| New Belgium Brewing Company, 500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO and 21 Craven Street, Asheville, NC 28806 | Voodoo Ranger 8 Hop Pale Ale | http://www.newbelgium.com/beer/voodoo-ranger-8-hop | 5.5 | 35 | Kinda like what's called a "Session IPA" from other brewers. | |||
| New Belgium Brewing Company, 500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO and 21 Craven Street, Asheville, NC 28806 | The Hemperor HPA | http://www.newbelgium.com/beer/the-hemperor-hpa | 7 | 55 | Has a very rank aroma upon opening the bottle. Goes down smoothly, but with a flavor unlike any I can remember. Not sure I'll buy it again. | Sixer from Casual Pint on 06/03/2018; visit to the NC brewery on 12/02/2019 | ||
| New Belgium Brewing Company, 500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524 Phone: 970-221-0524; and 21 Craven Street, Asheville, NC 28806 Phone: 828-333-6900 | Voodoo Ranger Juicy Hazy IPA | https://www.newbelgium.com/beer/voodoo-ranger-juicy-haze-ipa/ | 7.5 | 42 | Not a bad brew. I like the hazy look, and the juicy flavor is good, too. Could be hoppier. | Single can from Rich on 10/17/2019 | ||
| New Belgium Brewing Company, 500 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524 Phone: 970-221-0524; and 21 Craven Street, Asheville, NC 28806 Phone: 828-333-6900 | Citradelic: Tangerine IPA | https://www.newbelgium.com/beer/citradelic/ | 6 | 50 | Citra Hops and Tangerine peel make for a fruity, flavorful repast. Quite nice, dependable. | Had a pint with Jeff & Amy at Toucan's in Oriental NC10/25/2019 | ||
| New Heights Brewing Company, 928 5th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-490-6901 | New Heights IPA | https://www.newheightsbrewing.com/ | 6.9 | 101 | Four-pack of 16 oz. cans from Riverside Bev. on 08/31/2018. | |||
| New Holland Brewing Company, 66 East 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423 | Hopivore Michigan Wet-Hopped Harvest Ale | http://newhollandbrew.com/ | 5.8 | 55 | Has an interesting flavor. Nicely hoppy, with a good after-taste. | 07/02/2016 - no longer on the website | ||
| New Holland Brewing Company, 66 East 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423 | Hoptronix Double IPA | http://newhollandbrew.com/beer/hoptronix/ | 9 | 70 | Sixer from Riverside Bev. on 10/16/2017. | |||
| New Holland Brewing Company, 66 East 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423 | Dragon's Milk Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stout | http://newhollandbrew.com/beer/dragons-milk/ | 11 | 31 | Oh, my! This is one fine example of the brewer's art. I absolutely love its deep, dark flavor. This one was brewed on 4/10/2018 | Four-pack of bottles from Riley's Wine and Spirits in Hixson TN on 12/21/2018 | ||
| New Holland Brewing Company, 66 East 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423 | Dragon's Milk White - Bourbon Barrel-Aged White Stout | https://www.newhollandbrew.com/beer/#dragons-milk/ | 6 | ? | Sixer of cans from Food City on 05/23/2020 | |||
| New Orleans Lager & Ale Brewing Company (NOLA), 3001 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70115 | Mecha Imperial IPA (once known as Mecha Hopzilla) | http://nolabrewing.com/ | 8.8 | 81 | Quite nice. I like the flavor, neither too hoppy nor too much malt, but with a robust 'zing' that encourages another sip. | 11/01/2016 Four 16's from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits $12.00 | ||
| New Orleans Lager & Ale (NOLA) Brewing Company, 3001 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70115 Phone: 504-896-9996 | Hoppyright Infringement IIPA | https://nolabrewing.com/beers/hoppyright/ | 7.6 | A very nice brew, lots of hoppy flavor. | Four-pack of cans to carry along to NC, from Riverside on 08/06/2018. Another on 08/24/2018. | |||
| New Realm Brewing Co. 550 Somerset Terrace NE #101, Atlanta GA 30306 | Hoptropolis IPA | https://newrealmbrewing.com/beer/ | 6.5 | 55 | Nice, mild version of our favorite brew. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| New Village Brewery, 702 Broad St, Oriental, NC 28571 Phone: 252-249-6132 | Lili's Breakfast Stout | https://www.newvillagebrewery.com/ | 5.8 | ?? | A very drinkable stout, goes well with ham & eggs, even waffles & chicken. Rated "Best Beer in NC" by somebody. | Pint with lunch at the Brewery (food truck) with Jeff & Amy on 10/25/2019 | ||
| Ninkasi Brewing Company, 272 Van Buren St, Eugene, OR 97402 | Total Domination IPA | www.ninkasibrewing.com/ipa | 6.7 | 65 | A very tasty beer, not too tart or hoppy but well-brewed and you hear it calling, "una mas, por favore." | (Jeff) Easily the third best beer I've had since we started this grading sheet. As bad as that may sound since it's also the third beer it's actually showing how high the standard is. Pretty good tasting brew. Latest: Sixer from Total Wine in Lad Vegas, 9/22/2017 | 06/29/2016 - website says ABV=6.7, IBU=81 | |
| Ninkasi Brewing Company, 272 Van Buren St, Eugene, OR 97402 | Tricerahops Double IPA | www.ninkasibrewing.com/tricerahops | 8 | 100 | Mikey likes it. An excellent brew with a very hoppy aftertaste. Right up my alley! | (Jeff) For a very high IBU brew this is an incredibly smooth easy drinking beer. Jeffy approves very much. | 06/29/2016 - Website says ABV=8.0, IBU=84 | |
| Ninkasi Brewing Company, 272 Van Buren St, Eugene, OR 97402 | "Dawn of the Red" India style Red Ale | http://www.ninkasibrewing.com/ | 7 | 75 | Very interesting, and in line with other Ninkasi brews. A lovely ale, if not too hoppy. | 06/29/2016 - Website says ABV=7.0, IBU=66 | ||
| North Coast Brewing Company, 444 N Main St, Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: 707-964-2739 | Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout | http://www.northcoastbrewing.com/ | 9 | 75 | Very smooth, very drinkable. Nice to enjoy this one again, glad that it's available close to home now. | Four-pack on 10/03/2017 from Buy Low Grocery in Soddy | ||
| North Coast Brewing Company, 444 N Main St, Fort Bragg, CA 95437 Phone: 707-964-2739 | Old Stock Ale 2019 | https://northcoastbrewing.com/beers/year-round-beers/old-stock-ale/ | 10.2 | 34 | Very nice, with a smooth, sweet taste. Goes down easy. | Four-pack on 08/22/2019 from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | American Pale Ale | http://www.oddstorybrewing.co/ | 6.1 | Opened December 31, 2017. Growler from Riverside Bev. on 01/13/2017. | ||||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Bright Eyes Belgian Dubbel | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 7.3 or 8 | 19 | Smooth and drinkable. Lovely Belgian flavor. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Jeff & Amy on 11/24/2018. A ten-ounce pour at the Pour House on 11/08/2020 with Rich & Judy. | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Cherry Cobbler Sour | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 5.5 | 10 | Tart and tasty. Still having a bit of trouble beginning with these sours, but this one satisfies and the last sip is better than the first. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Jeff & Amy on 11/24/2018 | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Snake Root Coconut Milk Stout | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 5.4 | 24 | Lots of coconut boldness in this one. A nice change from more ordinary milk stouts. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Jeff & Amy on 11/24/2018 | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Monkey's Heart IPA | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 7.1 | 70 | Very nice taste with a great hoppy backwash. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Jeff & Amy on 11/24/2018 | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Orange Crème Belgian Golden Strong | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 9.5 | 31 | Yeah, I like it. Smooth, didn't taste the orange so much as the strong. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Jeff & Amy on 11/24/2018 | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Barrel Aged Sunken Cemetery Milk Stout | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 9.9 | 62 | My favorite of the stouts we've tried today. Very nice, recommended. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Jeff & Amy on 11/24/2018 | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Golden Blackbird Belgian-style Blond | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 5.3 | 25 | I rate it a 2.5. Not to my taste, quite bland but I suppose someone used to Miller Lite would find it good. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Rich & Judy on 8/2/2019 | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Red Wolves Irish Red Ale | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 4.5 | 24 | I rate it a 2.5. Not a lot of flavor, although they say it's brewed with caramel malts and roasted barley. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Rich & Judy on 8/2/2019 | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Belgian Golden Strong with Cardamom and White Peppercorn | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 9.3 | 31 | I rate it a 3.0. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Rich & Judy on 8/2/2019 | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Brandy Barrel Aged Barleywine aged in Prichard's Brandy barrels | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 10 | 65 | I rate it a 3.75. Best of the four in the pre-selected flight. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Rich & Judy on 8/2/2019 | ||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | Madascar Sour | https://oddstorybrewing.co/ | 7.3 | 11 | I rate it a 4.0. Asolutely the best Sour I've had here. | A short sample on 8/2/2019 | ||
| Old
Nation Brewing Company, 1500 E Grand
River Rd, #A, Williamston, MI 48895 Phone: 517-655-1301 |
B (brut) 43 India Pale Ale from the "New Orthodox IPA Series" | https://oldnationbrewing.com/ | 7 | 65 | This one is a very nice IPA.They call it 'Brut' and brag on the New Orthodox. I'll definitely look for more. Michigan is doing well these days. | Four-pack of 16's at Total Wine & More in Knoxville on 9/24/2020 | ||
| Olde Hickory Brewery, 2 3rd St SW, Hickory, NC 28602 | The Original Ruby Lager | https://www.oldehickorybrewery.com/beers/ruby-lager/ | 4 | 20 | For a “flagship brew” this one doesn’t push any of my buttons. | |||
| Orpheus
Brewing Company, 1440 Dutch Valley PL, NE Atlanta, GA 30324 |
"The Rites" not listed on their website | http://www.orpheusbrewing.com/ | 6.7 | A nice smooth brew, but not one that will hold your attention. Once you become a hop-head, you yearn for that special bite that only a few beers give. This one doesn't. | Growler from Beverage World,Fort O, GA. See http://www.orpheusbrewing.com/2016/01/21/the-rites/ | |||
| Orpheus Brewing Co. 1440 Dutch Valley Pl NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 Phone: 404-347-1777 | Transmigration of Souls Double IPA | http://www.orpheusbrewing.com/beers/transmigration-of-souls/ | 10 | 85 | I like this one. Much better than "The Rites." Very, very nice. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018. On tap at the Pour House in Chattanooga on May 21, 2020. Sixer fromTotal Wines on 01/19/2021. | ||
| Out of Bounds Brewing Company, 4480 Yankee Hill Road #100, Rocklin CA 95677 | Juiced Blackberry Double IPA | https://outofboundsbrewing.com/ | 8 | Suggested by cousin in California | ||||
| Oskar Blues Brewery, 342 Mountain Industrial Dr, Brevard, NC 28712 Phone: 828-883-2337 | Death by Coconut Irish Porter | https://www.oskarblues.com/ | 6.5 | 25 | Very coconutty, with a mild Porter backflow. Smooth, but you have to really like the taste of coconut. Tag line is "Coconut Chocolate Choconut" and it fits well. | Single from Casual Pint on 11/06/2017 | ||
| Oskar Blues Brewery, 342 Mountain Industrial Dr, Brevard, NC 28712 Phone: 828-883-2337 | Dale's Pale Ale | https://www.oskarblues.com/beer/dales-pale-ale/ | 6.5 | 65 | This one's been around for a while. Not one of my fave's but you sometimes take what you can get. | Had a can on the flight back to Nashville from Philadelphia on 06/22/2019 | ||
| Oskar Blues Brewery, 342 Mountain Industrial Dr, Brevard, NC 28712 Phone: 828-883-2337 | Can-O-Bliss Hazy IPA | https://www.oskarblues.com/beer/can-o-bliss-hazy/ | 7.2 | ?? | Went well with a signature pizza. Love the hazy view, tastes good too. | Pint at The Silo's restaurant in Oriental NC on 10/23/2019 with Jeff & Amy | ||
| Oskar Blues Brewery, 342 Mountain Industrial Dr, Brevard, NC 28712 Phone: 828-883-2337 | Can-O-Bliss Citrus IPA | https://www.oskarblues.com/beer/can-o-bliss-citrus/ | 7.2 | ?? | This is a nice one, too. Very citrussy, sippable, goes well with BBQ. I think I like Oscar's Can-O-Bliss series. | Sixer from Food City on 01/06/2020 | ||
| Oskar Blues Brewery, 342 Mountain Industrial Dr, Brevard, NC 28712 Phone: 828-883-2337 | Can-O-Bliss Citra Double IPA | https://www.oskarblues.com/beer/can-o-bliss-citra-double-ipa/ | 8.2 | ?? | Very juicy and citrussy, quite a nice brew. | Sixer from Riverside Bev. on 04/06/2020, Another from Food City on 06/15/2020. | ||
| Palmetto Brewing Company, 289 Huger St, Charleston, SC 29403 Phone: 843-937=0903 | Mango IPA | https://palmettobrewery.com/beers/mango-ipa/ | 6.5 | Quite a nice mango beer. Fruity, with a nice flavor. | Sample at Jeffs' on Tuesday, 06/30/2020 | |||
| Paulaner Brewing Company, Munchen Germany | Salvator DoppelBock | https://www.paulaner.com/ | 7.9 | 28 | Very drinkable, with an interesting, not-very-hoppy flavour. I should maybe get another growler before they drain the keg. | Growler from Riverside Bev. (no IPA on tap) | ||
| Parkway Brewing Company, 739 Kessler Mill Rd, Salem, VA 24153 Phone: 540-404-9810 | Get Bent Mountain IPA | https://parkwaybrewing.com/brews/get-bent-mountain-ipa/ | 7.2 | 67 | Quite a nice brew. I like the clean taste and its hoppy nature. | Pint at the Bolling Hotel in Whyteville VA with Rich and Judy on 9/29/2019 | ||
| Peak Organic Brewing Company, 110 Marginal Way #802, Portland, Maine 04101 | Peak Organic IPA | http://peakbrewing.com/ | 7.2 | 76 | Not too bad, and I sampled from two different kegs. Dunno why they insist on being "Organic;" I suspect it has to do with marketing. | on tap at Joey's Laundromat, Bar and Grille (honest) in Southwest Harbor, Maine. June 14, 2016 | ||
| Pecatonica Beer Company, 5875 Main Street, Suite A, Gratiot WI 53541 Phone: 608-558-5257 | Pecatonica IPA | http://pecatonicabeer.com/pecatonica-ipa/ | 6 | 63 | This one will never become a favorite. I might have another one some time, but not on purpose. | Single bottle from Gordy's IGA in Chippewa Falls, WI on 09/22/2018 | ||
| Penobscot Bay Brewery, 279 S. Main Street, Winterport ME 04496 | Mountain Man DIPA Double India Pale Ale | http://www.winterportwinery.com/brewery.asp | ?? | 100+ | We stopped at their combination winery/brewery in Winterport on our New England sojourn in June 2016. Bought a bomber, enjoyed same, will be looking for more in Tennessee. | Got a bomber at the brewery in 2016 | ||
| Pitt Street Brewing Company, 630 S Pitt St, Greenville, NC 27834-3159 Phone: 252-227-4151 | Zola Russian Imperial Stout | https://pittstreetbrewing.com/beer/ | 10.2 | 55 | Hs a nice, coffee flavor. It's quite tasty, in addition to the coffee and hints of chocolate. | A tenner at the 'Tap This Craft Beer and Wine Bar' in New Bern, NC on 07/04/2020. | ||
| Public House Brewing Company, 600 North Rolla Street, Rolla, MO 65401 Phone: 573-426-2337 | Elusive IPA | http://www.publichousebrewery.com/beers/elusive-ipa/ | 6.8 | 60 | Quite nice. I enjoyed one of these with a Guacamole sampler at "Top of the Rock" south of Branson. Must get more. | Draft at Arnie's Barn at Top of the Rock during our May 2018 excursion to Branson, MO. | ||
| Rahr & Sons Brewing Company, 701 Galveston Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104 Phone: 817-810-9266 | Mr Wiggles Double Dank IPA | https://rahrbrewing.com/beer/ | 9.2 | 100 | As advertised, a "Big, Bold & Hoppy" brew that really yanks the chain. Very nice after a couple of hot hours on the mower. | Four-pack from Riverside Bev. on 08/01/2018. Four-pack to carry along to NC, from Riverside on 08/06/2018. | ||
| Rahr & Sons Brewing Company, 701 Galveston Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104 Phone: 817-810-9266 | Dadgum IPA | https://rahrbrewing.com/beers/ | 6.6 | 70 | This is a decent brew, but not one that elicits the labeled ejaculation. Not up to Mr. Wiggles standard, but definitely drinkable. | Sixer of cans from Riverside Bev. on 09/13/2018 | ||
| Red Brick Brewing Company, 2323 Defoor Hills Road, Atlanta, GA 30318 | Hoplanta IPA | https://www.redbrickbrewing.com/ | 6.8 | 61 | Smooth. Not at all hoppy or bitter. You could drink this one all day long. | Sixer of cans on 08/07/2020. | ||
| Red Hare Brewing Company, 1998 Delk Industrial Blvd SE, Marietta, GA 30067 Phone: 678-401-0600 | Bright Eyed and Bushy Tailed Coffee IPA | http://www.redharebrewing.com/beers/bright-eyed-bushy-tailed-coffee-ipa/ | 6.8 | 60 | I really like the rich coffee flavor. | Sample can from Casual Pint in Hisxon, TN on 11/17/2017. | ||
| Red Hare Brewing Company, 1998 Delk Industrial Blvd SE, Marietta, GA 30067 Phone: 678-401-0600 | Gangway IPA | http://www.redharebrewing.com/beers/gangway-ipa/ | 6.2 | 65 | Nicely flavored, it's hoppy and goes down with a great aftertaste. | Sample can from Riverside Bev. on 12/14/2017. | ||
| Redhook Ale Brewery, 714 E. Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 and 1 Redhook Way, Pease International Tradeport, Portsmouth, NH 03801 | Long Hammer IPA | http://redhook.com/ | 6.2 | 44 | Not one of the better IPA's, this one might meet the requirements of A-B, which seems to be "least objectional to the greatest number." | Owned by "Craft Brew Alliance." 32% of the stock of CBA is owned by Anheuser-Busch InBev. Not really a "Craft Beer," more like something from Samuel Adams. | ||
| Reformation Brewing Co. 105 Elm Street, Woodstock GA | Oren IPA | https://reformationbrewery.com/oren/ | 5.5 | Smooth and drinkable, almost what you'd call a Session IPA. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | |||
| Reformation Brewing Co. 105 Elm Street, Woodstock GA | Jude Belgian-style Tripel | https://reformationbrewery.com/jude/ | 9.2 | a very nice version, plenty of "oomph" and a very pleasant taste. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | |||
| Revolver Brewery, LLC, 5650 Matlock Road, Granbury, TX 76049 Phone: 817-736-8034 | Blood & Honey American Ale | https://revolverbrewing.com/pages/beers | 7 | 20 | Not bad. Could be worse. That said, it doesn't taste to be anything special. | Single sample from Food City in Soddy Daisy on 4/18/2019 | ||
| Revolver Brewery, LLC, 5650 Matlock Road, Granbury, TX 76049 Phone: 817-736-8034 | Hop Device Hazy IPA | https://revolverbrewing.com/pages/beers | 5.2 | 35 | Low-powered and not very hoppy, but this stuff has a nice taste. | Single sample from Food City in Soddy Daisy on 4/18/2019 | ||
| Rhinegeist Brewing Company, 1910 Elm Street, Cincinnati OH 45202 523.381.1367 | Truth India Pale Ale | http://www.rhinegeist.com/ | 7.2 | 75 | A very nice brew. Enough hoppiness to please, and enough fruit to give a good taste. | on tap at the Texas Road House restaurant in Covington, KY August 18, 2016. Sixer from Riverside Bev. on 2/13/2020. | ||
| Ridgeway Brewing Company, 6 Chapel Close, South Stoke, Oxfordshire, England RG8 0JW Phone: 01491 873474 | Santa's Butt Porter | http://www.ridgewaybrewery.co.uk/seasonal.html | 6 | An interesting brew, hints of coffee, full-bodied, quite tasty. | Bomber from Total Wine in Las Vegas, 01/13/2018. | |||
| RJ Rockers Brewing Company, 226-A W Main St, Spartanburg, SC 29306, Ezell Street, Spartanburg, SC 29306 Phone: 864-585-2337 | Rockhopper IPA | http://www.rjrockers.com/beers | 8.9 | 70 | This one was great! For some reason no one seems to carry it any more. May need to make a road trip to SC. | Four-pack on 12/21/2016 from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits. | ||
| Robinson’s Brewery, Stockport, Greater Manchester, England | Trooper Red ‘N’ Black Porter | https://www.robinsonsbrewery.com/store/red-n%27-black-porter/c-24/p-2029 | 6.8 | na | Yeah, I love a good Porter. And this one is a pretty good one. A limited edition, designed by Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson. | Trip to Aurora NC, May 2019 | ||
| Robinson’s Brewery, Stockport, Greater Manchester, England | Trooper Extra Special / Strong Bitter | https://www.robinsonsbrewery.com/store/trooper-500ml/c-24/p-398 | 4.7 | 35 | I like the one above better than this one, but I wouldn't turn down a repeat. | Trip to Aurora NC, May 2019 | ||
| Rogue Ales, 2320 SE OSU Drive, Newport, OR 97365 | Brutal India Pale Ale | http://www.rogue.com/ | 6.3 | 46 | I kinda like this stuff. Not powerful, so more like a so-called Session IPA than anything else. It does have a nice flavor. | Sixer from Riverside Beverages on 01/23/2017. | ||
| Rogue Ales, 2320 SE OSU Drive, Newport, OR 97365 | 7 Hop IPA | https://www.rogue.com/beers/7-hop-ipa | 7.77 | 76 | Quite good. Very nice flavor without being "over the top fruity." | Sixer from Total Wine in Las Vegas, 09/22/2017. Four-pack of bottles from Riverside Bev. on 08/24/2018. | ||
| Rogue Ales, 2320 SE OSU Drive, Newport, OR 97365 | Dead Guy Ale | https://www.rogue.com/beers/dead-guy-ale | 6.8 | 40 | This one is nice; a Maibock-style ale that's neither hoppy nor bitter. But good anyway. | Anita fetched me a sixer of cans from Food City on 05/23/2020. | ||
| Rogue Ales, 2320 SE OSU Drive, Newport, OR 97365 | Cherry Choctabulous - Milk Stout with natural cherry and chocolate | https://www.rogue.com/beers/cherry-choctabulous | 8.4 | 30 | This one is very different. Tart, with lots of cherry flavor, along with chocolate. Nice. | A Bomber from Total Wine in Knoxville on 04/24/2020 | ||
| Rough Draft Brewing Company, San Diego, CA | Eraser IPA | http://www.roughdraftbrew.com/ | 7 | 80 | Not bad; a typical California IPA with fruity aroma. | |||
| Rush River Brewing Company, 990 Antler Ct, River Falls, WI 54022 Phone: 715-426-2054 | Bubble Jack IPA | http://rushriverbeer.com/brew/bubble-jack/ | 6.5 | 60 | Somewhat less than great, the best part of this one is I achieved another level in the 'different breweries' category. | Single bottle from Gordy's IGA in Chippewa Falls, WI on 09/22/2018 | ||
| Saint Boniface Craft Brewing, 1701 W Main St, Ephrata, PA 17522 Phone: 717-466-6900 | Libation Double IPA | http://www.stbonifacebrewing.com/beer/#beer-26 | 8.5 | 83 | Why won't these people tell you the IBU of their brew? This is a nice double, but I had to check untappd to find the most important info. | A can to sample during our Pennsylvania excursion, on 06/21/2019 | ||
| Saint Louis Brewery, LLC, 2100 Locust Street, St. Louis, MO 63103 | Schlafly A (American) IPA Special Release | http://schlafly.com | 7.2 | 65 | A special release brew, this one has a very distinctive, very emphatic flavor. Hoppy, not too citrusy, I like it a lot. | |||
| Saint Louis Brewery, LLC, 2100 Locust Street, St. Louis, MO 63103 | Schlafly Tasmanian IPA (TIPA) | http://schlafly.com | 7.2 | 65 | I have liked some of their other offerings and this one is good, too. | A bottle with lunch at the Mansion at Fort Christwell with Judy & Rich on 9/28/2019 | ||
| Samuel Adams - Boston Brewery, 30 Germania Street, Boston MA 02130 Phone: 617-368-5080 | Rebel Rouser Double IPA "A relentlessly hoppy double IPA" aka Rebel Rouser IIPA | http://www.samueladams.com/our-beers/rebel-ipa-family/ipa/rebel-rouser | 8.4 | 85 | A fairly good IPA, better than their Rebel (low-power) version. The best of the Sam Adams brews; I don't care for most of their others. | Sixer from Colleen Haxton's in Warwick, RI, sixer from Food City, 06/13/2018 | ||
| Samuel Adams - Boston Brewery, 30 Germania Street, Boston MA 02130 Phone: 617-368-5080 | Rebel Juiced IPA "Tropical twist of Mango and Citrusy Hops" | https://www.samueladams.com/ | 6.2 | 55 | An interesting, fruity IPA, about what you might expect from Jim Koch. Drinkable, but not Memorable. | Sample from Buy Low Grocery 07/14/2017 | ||
| Samuel Adams - Boston Brewery, 30 Germania Street, Boston MA 02130 Phone: 617-368-5080 | Rebel IPA | https://www.samueladams.com/our-beers/rebel-ipa-family/ipa/rebel-ipa | 6.5 | 45 | On tap, the only IPA selection here, acceptable. Paired with a very nice Fried Scallop sandwich. | Draft at M&M restaurant in Oriental, NC on 08/14/2018 | ||
| Samuel Adams - Boston Brewery, 30 Germania Street, Boston MA 02130 Phone: 617-368-5080 | New England IPA - "Hazy & Juicy" | https://www.samueladams.com/our-beers/originals/ipa/new-england-ipa | 6.8 | 35 | Fruity, citrusey taste. Not bad at all. "A big punch of orange and pineapple with a smooth finish." Their words, not mine, | Single can from Food City 05/04/2019 | ||
| Saranac Brewery, 830 Varick Street, Utica, NY 13502 Phone: 315.624.2490 | Kolsch (2019) | https://www.saranac.com/brews/seasonal/summer/12-beers-of-summer/ | 5 | 20 | This is definitely a "beer." Not distinguishable from other similar brews. | Trip to Aurora NC, May 2019 | ||
| Scofflaw Brewing Co. 1738 Macarthur Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Phone: 404-343-2832 | Basement IPA | https://scofflawbeer.com/our-beers/ | 7.5 | 40 | Smooth and drinkable, a nice brew. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| Scofflaw Brewing Co. 1738 Macarthur Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Phone: 404-343-2832 | Hooligan IPA | https://scofflawbeer.com/our-beers/ | 7 | 50 | Very smooth, citrus flavor. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| Scofflaw Brewing Co. 1738 Macarthur Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Phone: 404-343-2832 | POG Basement IPA | https://scofflawbeer.com/pog-basement/ | 7.5 | 45 | Very nice. Smooth, excellent tropical taste. Love it. | Sixer from Corner Grocery in Chattanooga on 02/23/2021 (Anita had Coupons). | ||
| Scofflaw Brewing Co. 1738 Macarthur Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Phone: 404-343-2832 | Double Jeopardy IPA | https://scofflawbeer.com/double-jeopardy/ | 10 | 65 | Sixer of cans from Total Wines in Alpharetta GA on 3/20/2021 | |||
| Shmaltz Brewing Company, 6 Fairchild Square, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: 518-406-5430 | Bittersweet Lenny's R.I.P.A (Rye Double IPA) | http://shmaltzbrewing.com/ | 10 | "Brewed with with an obscene amount of malts & hops," dry-hopped as well, has a most interesting flavor. You'll want a designated driver. | "He'brew - The Chosen Beer" This one is a tribute to the late-great Lenny Bruce (1925-1966) | |||
| Shmaltz Brewing Company, 6 Fairchild Square, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: 518-406-5430 | Messiah Bold | http://shmaltzbrewing.com/ | This one is from back when they were brewing in Saratoga Springs, NY (you know, where the ponies run) and is the one that encouraged me to try their more recent brews. | "Conceived in San Francisco, brewed in New York" | ||||
| Shmaltz Brewing Company, 6 Fairchild Square, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: 518-406-5430 | Hop Manna IPA | http://shmaltzbrewing.com/ | 6.5 | 65 | This one is a nice addition to the Schmaltz line of IPA or IPA-like beers. Tastes nice, goes down easy. | Four-pack from Imbibe on south Broad Street | ||
| Shmaltz Brewing Company, 6 Fairchild Square, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: 518-406-5430 | Jewbelation 19th Anniversary Ale | http://shmaltzbrewing.com/ | 11.9 | Apparently the bottle I have is two years old, 'cuz the website shows Jewbelation 21 now. <update> Cracked this one on Jan 1, 2018, and it is so very nice. Makes for a very happy tongue - "Jewbelation." | Bomber from Riverside Bev. on 12/01/2017 | |||
| Shmaltz Brewing Company, 6 Fairchild Square, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: 518-406-5430 | Rejewvenator Dubbel Doppel, new 2014 edition | http://shmaltzbrewing.com/ | 8 | Not on their website. Label says "Belgian Style Dubbel Ale and Doppelbock European Style Lager" and "Malt Beverage with Grape Juice Added." It is quite tasty. | Bomber from Riverside Bev. on 12/01/2017 | |||
| Shmaltz Brewing Company, 6 Fairchild Square, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: 518-406-5430 | Messiah Nut Brown Ale | https://shmaltzbrewing.com/Beer/messiah-nut-brown-ale/ | 5.2 | Smooth and Mild. | One in a sixer from Bake, Bottle and Brew in Swansboro NC | |||
| Shmaltz Brewing Company, 6 Fairchild Square, Clifton Park, NY 12065 Phone: 518-406-5430 | No Shtick Hoppy Ale | https://shmaltzbrewing.com/Beer/no-shtick-12-pack/ | 8 | Nice, but not exceptional. | Two in a sixer from Bake, Bottle and Brew in Swansboro NC | |||
| Selin's Grove Brewing, 121 N Market St, Selinsgrove, PA 17870 Phone: 570-374-7308 | Stealth Triple | https://www.selinsgrovebrewing.com/ | 9 | This is a very nice Belgian-style tripel ale. Brewed by a very small operation in a small town in mid-Pennsylvania. Small, but they do have a good product, including this beer and their pretzels. | Tried this one on our Pennsylvania excursion on our way down the Susquehanna to Harrisburg, on 06/20/2019. | |||
| Spoetzl Brewery, 603 E Brewery St, Shiner, TX 77984 Phone: 361-594-3383 | Shiner Candied Pecan Porter | https://www.shiner.com/beer | 6 | I really like the unique flavor of this specialty beer. | got a single at Total Wine, Knoxville on 1/19/2021. Ordered a case from Riverside Bev on 1/21/2021. | |||
| Shipyard Brewing Company, 86 Newberry Street, Portland, ME 04101 | Fuggles IPA | http://shipyard.com/ | 5.8 | 49 | Smooth and not too citrusy, definitely not too hoppy. | 07/02/2016 - Not on the website any more. See next entry. | ||
| Shipyard Brewing Company, 86 Newberry Street, Portland, ME 04101 | Monkey Fist IPA | http://shipyard.com/ | 6.9 | 67.5 | A very nice representative for the company. | on tap at Dennett's Lobster Hoiuse in Castine, ME. Monday, June 13, 2016 | ||
| Shortway Brewing Company, 230 Chatham St, Newport, US 28570-8515 Phone: 252-777-3065 | Down East IPA | http://www.shortwaybrewing.com/ | 6.3 | ? | A nice, mild, juicy and citrus IPA. | A pint with lunch at Toucan's in Oriental NC, with Jeff & Amy on 07/02/2020 | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Hop Hunter IPA | http://www.sierranevada.com/ | 6.2 | 60 | Mild with a nice taste, not as hoppy as I would have liked but quite acceptable. | Bottles, Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Torpedo Extra IPA | http://www.sierranevada.com/ | 7.2 | 65 | Mild, very tasty. Hoppier than the Hop Hunter which is a good thing. | Bottles, Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | 2017 Black IPA | http://www.sierranevada.com/ | 6.9 | "New," they say. But the website doesn't list the IBU. To my taste, seems like maybe 50-60. More would be better, but this isn't too bad. Good that they put in some Torpedo Extras in the pack. | From their 4-way IPA package, including Torpedo Extra IPA, Black IPA, Peach IPA, and German Style IPA. May 2017 | |||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | 2017 Peach IPA | http://www.sierranevada.com/ | 5.8 | "Fruit & Hop Ale." Meh! | From their 4-way IPA package, including Torpedo Extra IPA, Black IPA, Peach IPA, and German Style IPA. May 2017 | |||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | 2017 German Style IPA | http://www.sierranevada.com/ | 6.1 | I don't remember hearing that the Germans ever brewed IPA. Needs more development if they want to sell more to me. | From their 4-way IPA package, including Torpedo Extra IPA, Black IPA, Peach IPA, and German Style IPA. May 2017 | |||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | 2017 Celebration Fresh-Hop IPA (a seasonal brew) | https://sierranevada.com/beer/seasonal/celebration-ipa | 6.8 | 65 | This stuff is quite nice, and reasonably priced at the local grocery store. | Sixer from Food City in Soddy, 12/11/2017 | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Sidecar Orange IPA | https://www.sierranevada.com/beer/year-round/sidecar | 6.8 | 45 | This one is not bad. Has a citrusy flavor, could be more bitter for my taste, but overall, not bad for a "big craft" brewery. | Sixer from Casual Pint 06/03/2018 | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Ruthless Rye IPA | https://sierranevada.com/beer/variety-packs/ruthless-rye | 6.6 | 55 | A nice brew. Better than some IPA's, not as good as most, but totally acceptable. | Bottle from Jeff's stock on 08/13/2018. | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Hop Bullet Double IPA | http://www-origin.cdn.sierranevada.com/beer/year-round/hop-bullet-double-ipa | 8 | 55 | This one has a nice, smooth taste. Not at all hoppy, but quite good nevertheless. | Single can from Food City in Soddy, 10/06/2018, another on 10/17/2018 | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Hazy Little Thing IPA | https://www.sierranevada.com/beer/year-round/hazy-little-thing-ipa | 6.7 | 40 | Has a citrus-ey taste, quite mild. Not a bad brew. Website says it's "new" | Single can from Food City in Soddy, 10/17/2018 | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | 2018 Celebration Fresh Hop IPA | http://www-origin.cdn.sierranevada.com/beer/seasonal/celebration-ipa | 6.8 | 65 | Dunno if this one is any different from last year's version. Tastes similar to me. A nice brew for a cold evening. | Sixer of bottles from Food City in Soddy, 12/04/2018 | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Resilience Butte County Proud IPA, supporting victims of the Camp Fire | https://www.sierranevada.com/beer/specialty/resilience-butte-county-proud-ipa | 6.8 | 65 | This one is nice, has a great taste and nicely hoppy. And being sold for a nice cause. | Single can sample from Food City on 01/16/2019. On tap at Monkeytown in Dayton. | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Brut IPA | https://www.sierranevada.com/beer/seasonal/brut-ipa | 6.2 | 25 | I don't think so. Probably not again. Not on purpose, at any rate. | Growler from Food City in Hixson on 3/20/2019. Thanks, Anita. | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Sierraveza "Easy-drinking Lager" | https://sierranevada.com/beer/sierraveza/ | 5 | 18 | Copying Corona, and adding lemon so the consumer doesn't have to. Meh! | A can from my stash on 06/24/2019 | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Hoppy 40th Anniversary Ale | https://sierranevada.com/beer/40th-anniversary-hoppy-ale/ | 6 | 55 | Not bad. Not hoppy, but not too bad. The bottle is pretty ;-) | two bottles from Food City on 02/25/2020 | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928 and 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732 | Dankful IPA | https://sierranevada.com/beer/dankful/ | 7.4 | 55 | Not a bad brew. Although they call it a "West-coast IPA," it's not as sharp as some of the other West coast brewers. | A can from Rich, sampled on the eve of Valentine's day, 2021 | ||
| Sixpoint Brewery, 40 Van Dyke St, Brooklyn, NY 11231 Phone: 347-227-8676 | Resin | http://sixpoint.com/beers/resin/ | 9.1 | 103 | I like this one a lot. Very smooth and nicely hoppy, for my money this is a "go to" brew. Just look at those numbers. And it tastes wonderful! | Bottles from Total Wine in Henderson, NV. Cans from Riverside Beverages in Chattanooga. It's all GOOD! | ||
| Sixpoint Brewery, 40 Van Dyke St, Brooklyn, NY 11231 Phone: 347-227-8676 | Bengali IPA | http://sixpoint.com/beers/bengali/ | 6.6 | 66 | It's not Resin, but it's a good representative of the brewery. These guys do beer right. | Sixer from Casual Pint in Hixson, TN on 12/23/2017 | ||
| Sixpoint Brewery, 40 Van Dyke St, Brooklyn, NY 11231 Phone: 347-227-8676 | Puff Puff DDH IIPA (Double-dry hopped, Imperial India Pale Ale) | https://sixpoint.com/beers/puff-puff/ | 9.8 | 70 | This one is super-smooth, Resin on steroids. It doesn't have Resin's hoppy hit of bitterness, but it does cross the pallet with a really nice flavor. I love it. | Four-pack from Vine & Barrel on Hixson Pike on 11/06/2019 | ||
| Smuttynose Brewing Company, 105 Towle Farm Road, Hampton NH 03842 | Bouncy House IPA | https://smuttynose.com/ | 4.3 | 84 | Very clean. Wouldn't be my first choice but in the absense of another IPA I'd take one every time. | 07/02/2106 - not listed on their website any more | ||
| Smuttynose Brewing Company, 105 Towle Farm Road, Hampton NH 03842 | Finest Kind IPA | https://smuttynose.com/ | 6.9 | 73.5 | A very nice IPA, preferable to their Bouncy House version. Nevertheless, has a smooth finish and agreeable taste. | |||
| Snafu Brewing Company, 3280 Industry Dr, Ste A, North Charleston, SC 29418 Phone: 843-767-4121 | Snafu-Tang sour ale with Oranges | https://www.snafubrewingcompany.com/beer | 5.3 | Nicely sour without too much bite, this one is a tasty example of South Carolina goodness. | One from Jeff on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. | |||
| Southbound Brewing Co. 107 E Lathrop Ave, Savannah GA 31415 Phone: 912-335-1737 | Hop'Lin IPA | http://southboundbrewingco.com/southbound/brew | 6.3 | 65 | This one will do. Not powerful, but definitely drinkable. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| Southern Tier Brewing Company, 2072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, NY 14750 | 2XIPA | http://www.stbcbeer.com/ | 8.2 | A nice citrus taste | Bottles from Riverside Bev. Bottles from Gordie's IGA. | |||
| Southern Prohibition Brewing, 301 Mobile Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 Phone: 601-584-7877 | Mississippi Fire Ant Imperial Red IPA | http://soprobrewing.com/beer | 8 | 80 | Doesn't taste nearly as interesting as the IBU rating would suggest. It's quite a nice brew, one I would ask for again, but not over-the-top. That said, as I finished the foursome, I was ready for another. | Four-pack of pints from Imbibe on South Broad Street | ||
| Southern Prohibition Brewing, 301 Mobile Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 Phone: 601-584-7877 | Crowd Control Imperial IPA | http://soprobrewing.com/beer | 8 | It's got a nice flavor. I like it quite a lot, and like the Fire Ant, it has much to recommend it. | "Here, try one of these.." from my friend at Riverside Beverages. Thanks! And a Sixer of Cans on 11/24/2018 | |||
| Southern Prohibition Brewing, 301 Mobile Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 Phone: 601-584-7877 | Jack the Sipper ESB (Extra Strong Bitter, or Extra Special Bitter) | http://soprobrewing.com/beer | 5.3 | 40 | A nice enough beer. While I prefer an IPA, this one is a nice alternative for once-in-a-while. | Sample from Casual Pint in Hixson, TN on 11/17/2017. Not on the brewery's website any more. | ||
| Steady Hand Beer Co. West Midtown, Atlanta | Flower Business DIPA | http://www.steadyhandbeer.com/#our-beer-section | 9 | ?? | Nice and Hoppy, I like this one. Their website sux, tho. Needs to be updated. | Samples at the Gibbs Garden Beer Fest, 10/20/2018 | ||
| Studio Brew, 221 Moore St, Bristol, VA 24201 Phone: 423-360-3258 | "The Ferguson" Oatmeal Chocolate Milk Stout | http://www.studiobrew.beer/beers/the-ferguson/ | 6.1 | 23 | Sample from Casual Pint in Hixson, TN on 11/17/2017 | |||
| Squatters Pub Brewery (part of Utah Brewers Cooperative), 147 West Broadway 300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 Phone: 801-363-2739 | Hop Rising Double IPA | https://www.squatters.com/ | 9 | 72 | Very nice stuff. Really, I'm ready to move to SLC so I can enjoy an uninterupted supply. | Utah Brewers Cooperative, 1763 South 300 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84115 Phone: 801-466-8855 | Las Vegas, April 2017 (see an earlier review, below, under Utah Brewers Coop) | |
| Starr Hill Brewery LLC, 5391 Three Notched Road, Crozet, VA 22932 | Northern Lights IPA | http://www.starrhill.com/ | 6.5 | 52 | Meh! Nice, but nothing special. | 07/02/2016 - Website says they've upped the IBU to 55. | ||
| Starr Hill Brewery LLC, 5391 Three Notched Road, Crozet, VA 22932 | Reviver Red IPA | http://www.starrhill.com/ | 6.2 | 45 | see previoius entry. | |||
| Starr Hill Brewery LLC, 5391 Three Notched Road, Crozet, VA 22932 | Mango Habanero IPA | http://www.starrhill.com/ | 8 | 58 | Now this one is NICE, with a lovely hot pepper aftertaste. They collaborated (it says) with Brothers Craft Brewing and appear to have done it right. Warms the belly very nicely. | Growler from Riverside Bev. Unfortunately, I don't find this one on their website on 07/02/2016. I could cry! | ||
| Starr Hill Brewery LLC, 5391 Three Notched Road, Crozet, VA 22932 | Double Platinum Imperial IPA | http://www.starrhill.com/ | 8.6 | 80 | Yeah, this one will do. Rated 3.75 on Untappd, "adequate but not inspirational." | Four singles from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits 09/14/2017 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Enjoy by 12.25.15 IPA | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 9.4 | 100+ | Release date Nov 20, 2015. A double IPA, with 13 varieties of hops. We drank it on 1.23.16, and it hadn't turned bad. Not bad, at all. One might even say, Great! | A sixer while visiting kinfolk in Las Vegas | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Enjoy by 11.25.16 IPA | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 9.4 | 90 | Release date Oct 21, 2016. Ten different hops in this iteration, first bottle tapped on 11.15.16. Very nice stuff. | A sixer from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Ruination Double IPA 2.0 | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 8.5 | 100+ | Release date Apr 20, 2015. 2.0 is a revision of what started out as a wonderful brew, and it continues in that vein. Very smooth, very enjoyable. | A sixer from Riverside Bev. More later. And on 06/05/2017 another sixer from Riverside Bev. Six in a Case from Costco, 01/22/2018. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Enjoy by 02.14.17 Chocolate & Coffee Double IPA | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 9.4 | 90 | Release date Jan 8, 2017. Twelve different hops in this iteration. An excellent brew, gotta get more. | Two sixers from Riverside Beverages on 01/23/2017 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Go To IPA, "A Vibrant, Hop-bursted Session IPA" | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 4.8 | 65 | I like most IPA offerings from Stone, but this one doesn't come anywhere near their "Enjoy By" series or the Ruinations. When they say "Session IPA," they mean "watery." | A sixer of 16-oz cans from our neighbor's new Casual Pint store in Hixson. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Delicious IPA "Crafted to reduce gluten." | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 7.7 | 75 | Stone does a good job of making excellent IPA's. This is one of them, not as heavy as their Ruination, but very, very nice. Even without gluten, which I love. | A case of 24, with four different IPA's, from (wait for it) our local Costco store. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Pataskala Red X IPA | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 7.3 | 75 | I almost always love Stone's usually excellent IPA's. This 'un is dry hopped, and has lovely overtones. Memo to self: Get some more! | A case of 24, with four different IPA's, from (wait for it) our local Costco store. Then, on 06/05/2017, a Sixer from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Hop Revolver IPA #1: "Loaded with Loral" | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 7.7 | 80 | Another version of Stone's excellent IPA's. I love this one, too. | A case of 24, with four different IPA's, from (wait for it) our local Costco store. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Mocha IPA "Style-defying Double IPA with Cacao and Coffee" | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 9 | 80 | Very nice flavor, typical of Stone's excellent IPA's. Must have more. (Later) has a distinctly peppery aftertaste that I really enjoy. | Sixer from Riverside Bev. as a special treat to myself, when I finished my jury service on 08/03/2017. Another on 10/16/2017. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Stone RuinTen Triple IPA | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 10.8 | 110 | "DOUBLE DRY-HOPPED W/ CENTENNIAL & CITRA" and does it ever work. This is one of the best you will ever taste. | Bomber from Total Wine in Las Vegas, 09/04/2017. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Stone Fruitallica Double IPA | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 8 | 80 | Beavertown / Garage Project / Stone Collaboration makes a tropical double IPA with a death metal kick to the codpiece. | |||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Enjoy By 10.31.17 IPA | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 9.4 | 90 | I like it. | Sixer from Riverside Bev. On 10/16/2017. Sixer from Casual Pint on 11/06/2017 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Hop Revolver IPA #6: Herkules Hops | http://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/special-releases/stone-hop-revolver-ipa | 7.7 | 80 | Personally, I preferred previous versions of this "revolving series." This one is hoppy, malty, and quite tart. | Single at Scotch 80's, 01/12/2018. Six in a Case from Costco, 01/22/2018. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Stone Ripper "San Diego Pale Ale" | http://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/year-round-releases/stone-ripper | 5.7 | 40 | Lightly bitter, almost hoppy enough, but not my favorite Stone brew. | Six in a Case from Costco, 01/22/2018. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Stone IPA | http://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/year-round-releases/stone-ipa | 6.9 | 71 | Six in a Case from Costco, 01/22/2018. | |||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Fear.Movie.Lions Double IPA | https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/year-round-releases/stone-fearmovielions-double-ipa | 8.5 | 60 | Nice flavor, kind of fruity. | Sixer of Pint cans from Riverside Bev. on 09/13/2018, more in 03/2020. Another from Total Wine in Knoxville on 06/18/2020 and 9/03/2020. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Xocoveza Mocha Stout | https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/special-releases/stone-xocoveza | 8.1 | 50 | An immediate favorite. Wonderful flavor with hints of coffee predominating. I love it! | Sixer of cans from Riverside Bev. on 10/29/2018 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Sanctimonious IPA | https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/stone-seasonals/stone-sanctimonious-ipa | 7 | This is a nice brew. Smooth to the palate, not too hoppy, just a very nice IPA. | Sixer of cans from Riverside Bev. on 11/24/2018 | |||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Tangerine Express IPA | https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/year-round-releases/stone-tangerine-express-ipa | 6.7 | 75 | With Tangerine and Pineapple, not as fruity as I had expected. | Case of Four Flavors (bottles) from Costco on 03/06/2017 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Delicious IPA | https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/year-round-releases/stone-delicious-ipa | 7.7 | 75 | A pretty good IPA, with a nice kick and a very tasty taste. | Case of Four Flavors (bottles) from Costco on 03/06/2017 and again on 03/2020 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Ghost Hammer IPA | https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/stone-seasonals/stone-ghost-hammer-ipa | 6.7 | 56 | Kinda like Stone's answer to the "Session IPA" other brewers like to make. This one is acceptable, with a good flavor and nearly adequate in bitterness. | Case of Four Flavors (bottles) from Costco on 03/06/2017 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Hop Revolver IPA #11: Nelson Sauvin Hops | https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/special-releases/stone-hop-revolver-ipa | 7.7 | 80 | Another nice one from the "revolving series." This one tastes just as nice. | Case of Four Flavors (bottles) from Costco on 03/06/2017 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Moxee Gold IPA | https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/stone-seasonals/stone-moxee-gold-ipa | 7 | 56 | Eldorado and Centennial Hops give this beer a great taste. Very nice. | Sixer from Bacchus Wine & Spirits in Hixson on 06/27/2019 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Diehard Fan IPA | https://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/special-releases/stone-diehard-fan-ipa | 7.7 | 80 | A special release, very nice version. Hoppy, and tasty too. | Case of Four Flavors (bottles) of IPA from Costco in Fort Oglethorpe. 03/31/2020 | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Arrogant Bastard Ale | https://www.arrogantconsortia.com/beer/year-round-releases/arrogant-bastard-ale | 7.2 | 100 | We love it! Strong and smooth, very tasty. | On tap at the Saltgrass Steakhouse in Branson MO on 05/18/2018.Sixer of pint cans from Publix in Hixson on 06/15/2020. | ||
| Stone Arch Brew House, 1004 South Olde Oneida Street, Appleton WI 54915 Phone 920-731-3322 | Pie-eyed India Pale Ale | http://www.stonecellarbrewpub.com/ | 6.2 | 55 | Not too hoppy, with a smooth drinkability. I could do this one again. | Two pints at the Stone Cellar Brewpub in Appleton on 08/14/2016, with Brad and Jenny. | ||
| Straight to Ale Brewing Co, 3200 Leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville AL 35801 | Unobtainium Barrel-aged Old Ale | http://straighttoale.com/ | 11.5 | 68 | Aged six months in a Bourbon barrel, this stuff is the Real Deal. Not your every-day beer, but very nice to pair with cheese or dessert. | Bottles and growler from Riverside Bev. Cans from Total Wine in Knoxville on 01/19/2021. | ||
| Straight to Ale Brewing Co, 3200 Leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville AL 35801 Phone: 256-801-9650 | Monkeynaut American IPA | https://straighttoale.com/beers/monkeynaut/ | 7.25 | 75 | The younger, lesser sibling of Gorillanaut, this one meets the requirements of an IPA without generating the same level of love. Most acceptable. | Sixer of Cans from Riverside Bev on 05/30/2019, another from Food City on 08/07/2020. | ||
| Straight to Ale Brewing Co, 3200 Leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville AL 35801 Phone: 256-801-9650 | Stout At The Devil Oatmeal Stout with Coffee | https://straighttoale.com/beers/stout-at-the-devil/ | 7.8 | 21.7 | I like it. The Coffee is not too much and I get a hint of pepper. | Two cans from Food City on 10/29/2019, more in 2020 | ||
| Straight to Ale Brewing Co, 3200 Leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville AL 35801 Phone: 256-801-9650 | Gorillanaut Imperial India Pale Ale | https://straighttoale.com/beer-brand/gorillanaut/ | 10.1 | "Off the Chart" | Nicely hopped, this one is truly "off the charts" with regard to flavor. It's just lovely. | Four-pack of cans from Food City in north Hixson on 6/11/2020, two more on 06/15/2020.. | ||
| Studio Brewing Company, 221 Moore Street, Bristol VA 24201 Phone: 423-360-3258 | The Ferguson Oatmeal Stout | https://www.studiobrew.beer/beers/the-ferguson/ | 6.1 | 23 | Very smooth, nice dark taste… | Single bottle from Food City in Soddy on 10/05/2018 | ||
| Studio Brewing Company, 221 Moore Street, Bristol VA 24201 Phone: 423-360-3258 | Hop-a-delic Kewl-aid 2.0 D. I. P. Ale | https://www.studiobrew.beer/beers/hopadelic-kewl-aid-2-0/ | 7 | Yeah, I like this. | Four Sixteens (cans) from Food City in Soddy on 11/09/2018. No info on their website yet! Should be fresh… | |||
| Surly brewing Company, 520 Malcolm Street, Minneapolis MN 55414 | Furious - Hybrid of American IPA and English ESB | http://surlybrewing.com/ | 6.6 | A nice smooth, somewhat hoppy brew, a "Hybrid of American IPA and English ESB" that is eminently drinkable. I love it! 8-13-2016 | On tap at Pier 500 restaurant in Hudson WI, cans from Gordies IGA in Chippewa Falls WI | |||
| Sweetwater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324 | Hash Brown Hop Hash Infused India Brown Ale | http://sweetwaterbrew.com/ | 6.2 | 60 | If you don't like a brew that's really hoppy, this may be a good introduction. Has some of the qualities of Hop Hash Double IPA, at a lower level of intensity. | |||
| Sweetwater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324 | Hop Hash Double IPA | http://sweetwaterbrew.com/ | 7.8 | 100 | This one is very nice. Doesn't take too much of this to satisfy, and it definitely satisfies. Love it. Don't fall for their other "Hash" offerings. | |||
| Sweetwater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324 | Hash Session IPA | http://sweetwaterbrew.com/ | 4.2 | 55 | Nope. Sorry, guys, this one doesn't get it. | |||
| Sweetwater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324 | Whiplash IPA | http://sweetwaterbrew.com/ | 6.3 | 55 | A nice american-style Belgian IPA good for more than one at a time. Quite enjoyable. | Bottles and growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Sweetwater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324 | Goin' Coastal IPA | http://sweetwaterbrew.com/ | 6.1 | 50 | They call it a "pineapple-laced IPA" but that may be overstatement both on the "pineapple-laced" and the "IPA" part. | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Sweetwater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324 | TripleTail Tropical IPA "Catch and Release Seasonal" | http://sweetwaterbrew.com/ | 5.5 | 57 | Two is enough. Nothing special here at all. | Two from the local grocery, 07/12/2017 | ||
| Sweetwater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324 | 420 Strain G13 IPA | https://sweetwaterbrew.com/brews/420-strain-g13-ipa/ | 6 | 48 | A fancy label and marketing can't turn this pig's ear into a satin purse. It might impress someone used to their more common offerings. | Single sample from Food World Market in Soddy Daisy on 10/04/2018 | ||
| Squatters Craft Beer, 147 West Broadway (300 South), Salt Lake City, UT 84010 | Hop Rising Double IPA | http://squatters.com/ | 9 | 72 | Very nice. | |||
| Tailgate Brewery, 7300 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209 Phone: 615-861-9842 | Peanut Butter Milk Stout | https://www.tailgatebeer.com/ | 5 | 42 | Has a lovely taste if you like peanut butter. I do, so it's very good. FYI, their website sux. | On tap at Aubrey's new store on Hwy 153 in Hixson, lunch with Anita on 04/04/2019. Sixers from Total Wine in Knoxville on 07/06/2020 and 9/03/2020. | ||
| Tailgate Brewery, 7300 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209 Phone: 615-861-9842 | Imperial Peanut Butter Milk Stout | https://www.tailgatebeer.com/ | 9.5 | 60 | A lovely brew,PBMS "on steroids." I can only hope they keep this one on a regular schedule. | Four-pack of 16-ounce cans from Riverside Bev. on 4/11/2019 | ||
| Tallgrass Brewing Company, 5960 Dry Hop Circle, Manhattan, KS 66503 Phone: 785-537-1131 | Top Rope IPA | http://tallgrassbeer.com/ | 6 | 77 | This one is fairly pedestrian, but more than acceptable for a midwestern brew. I hope they keep it in stock. | Four 16's from Food World Market in Soddy Daisy, TN | ||
| Tattered Flag Brewery & Still Works, 1 S Union St, Middletown, PA 17057 Phone: 717-616-8799 | Fatum Series - Raspberry Sour | https://untappd.com/v/tattered-flag-brewery-still-works/4165543 | 6.1 | ? | A fairly nice sour. Like all sours, that first sip says "are you sure?" and the last one says "Hit me again, bartender." | A short draft at the brewery on our Pennsylvania excursion, on 06.21/2019 | ||
| Tennessee Brew Works, 809 Ewing Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-436-0050 | Secret City Imperial IPA | https://www.tnbrew.com/beer/secret-city | 10.1 | 70 | Just lovely! Nicely hoppy, with a clean aftertaste, one to try again and again. | Draft at the Daily Ration restaurant in North Chattanooga on 3/7/2019 | ||
| Tennessee Brew Works, 809 Ewing Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-436-0050 | Hippies and Cowboys IPA | https://www.tnbrew.com/beer/hippies-cowboys | 6 | 35 | A nice IPA, but nothing special to promote it aside from the name. | Sample at the Nashville Airport, on our way to Philadelphia, on 06/15/2019 | ||
| Tennessee Brew Works, 809 Ewing Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-436-0050 | 1927 IPA | https://www.tnbrew.com/beer/1927 | 7.5 | 70 | This one is nice. Not as over-the-top as the Secret City stuff, but comes in nice second. | Sample at the Nashville Airport, on our way to Philadelphia, on 06/15/2019 | ||
| Terrapin Beer Company, 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA 30607 | Hopsecutioner | https://www.terrapinbeer.com/beer/hopsecutioner | 7.3 | 71 | I love this one. Hicely hoppy, citrus doesn't overpower it. | Growler from Riverside Bev., sixers from local groceries and on 06/05/2017 another sixer from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Terrapin Beer Company, 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA 30607 | HI-5 IPA | http://terrapinbeer.com/ | 5.9 | 80 | I like the Hopsecutioner better. This one would not be a first choice, but is very drinkable. | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Terrapin Beer Company, 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA 30607 | Mosaic Red Rye IPA | http://terrapinbeer.com/ | 6.3 | 75 | Very pretty color, and a very nice taste. Need to compare the two, but I think Hopsecutioner edges it out. | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Terrapin Beer Company, 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA 30607 | Luau Krunkles POG | https://www.terrapinbeer.com/beer/luau-krunkles | 6.5 | 38 | Spent Friday afternoon waiting for the guys to come replace our water heater on 2/05/2021 and giving it a try. Want more, I think. Yeah, POG is Passion fruit, Orange, and Guava. | Got one from Rich on Thursday evening, 2/04/2021 at happy hour. | ||
| Three Taverns Brewery & Tasting Room, 121 New St, Decatur, GA 30030-4131 Phone: 404-660-3355 | A Night on Ponce IPA | https://www.threetavernsbrewery.com/ponce | 7.5 | 69 | This is a very nice one. Gotta get some more, somewhere, sometime. | Got a Sixer of bottles at the Total Wine in Alpharetta GA on 3/20/2021. | ||
| Titletown Brewing Company, 200 Dousman St, Green Bay, WI 54303 Phone: 920-437-2337 | Green 19 IPA | https://www.titletownbrewing.com/beer | 6.5 | 55 | A nice brew. Paired it with an order of Buffalo Wings at Jake's. Later, the bottles remind me how good this stuff is. | On tap at Jake's Tap in Portage, WI on 09/20/2018, and a sixer opf bottles from Gordy's to carry home. | ||
| Titletown Brewing Company, 200 Dousman St, Green Bay, WI 54303 Phone: 920-437-2337 | Johnny Blood Red - Irish Style Red Ale | https://www.titletownbrewing.com/beer | 6 | 20 | Very nice. Goes good after a hard day's work repairing the BBQ. It's smooth and tasty. | Single bottle from Gordy's IGA in Chippewa Falls, WI on 09/22/2018 | ||
| Top of the Rock Restaurant and Brewery, 1584 Jasper Highlands Blvd, Jasper, TN 37347 Phone: 423-939-9037 | https://topoftherockbrewery.com/ | Brunch road trip with Rich & Judy on 07/19/2020 | ||||||
| Tree House Brewing Company, 129 Sturbridge Rd, Charlton, MA 01507 Phone: 413-523-2367 | Doppelganger Double IPA | https://www.treehousebrew.com/beers | 8.2 | 88 | These guys do a good job with hazy brews. This one is very tasty. | Shared a 16-ounce can with Rich Sander on 04/05/2019 | ||
| Trim Tab Brewing, 2721 5th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233 Phone: 205-374-8749 | Trim Tab IPA | http://trimtabbrewing.com/beers/#flagship_beers | 6.5 | 61 | A nice IPA. First I've had from this brewery. | Sixer of Cans from Riverside Bev. on 10/29/2018 | ||
| Tröegs Brewing Company, 200 East Hershey Park Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 Phone: 717-534-1297 | Perpetual IPA | https://troegs.com/beer/perpetual-ipa/ | 7.5 | 85 | Got one of these at the bar while Anita was checking us into the hotel. Hoppy and solid, a good choice (actually, the only IPA they had). | Tried a bottle at our Sunday night stop, the Hotel Indigo in Harrisburg. 06/16/2019 | ||
| Tröegs Brewing Company, 200 East Hershey Park Drive, Hershey, PA 17033 Phone: 717-534-1297 | Field Study IPA | https://troegs.com/beer/field-study-ipa/ | 6.2 | Not bad. wouldn't be a first choice, but quite acceptable if other IPA's are unavailable. | Had a draft at the Rock Bass restaurant on the Susquehanna river, with Greg and Mary on 06/20/2019 | |||
| Turtle Anarchy Brewing Co., 5901 California Avenue, Suite 105, Nashville, TN 37209 | Another Way to Rye IPA | http://www.turtleanarchy.com/ | 6 | 60 | Nicely bitter, with a lasting taste. | Growler and cans from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Uinta Brewing Company, 1722 South Fremont Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84104 Phone 801-467-0909 | Hop Nosh IPA | http://www.uintabrewing.com/products/hop-nosh | 7.3 | 82.4 | Very nice brew, like they made it specially for me. All the hoppiness I like. | Various times in Las Vegas, and finally a Sixer from Food City on 06/27/2017 | ||
| Uinta Brewing Company, 1722 South Fremont Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84104 Phone 801-467-0909 | Lime Pilsner | http://www.uintabrewing.com/products/lime-pilsner | 5.3 | 15 | Not so much. It's like they tried to make a cerveza with the lime already in it, but it doesn't really work. Fresh lime is always best. | Sample can from Food City on May the Fourth, 2019 | ||
| Uinta Brewing Company, 1722 South Fremont Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84104 Phone 801-467-0909 | Detour Double IPA | http://www.uintabrewing.com/products/detour | 9.5 | 96 | I think this is the one I was looking for. It has a lovely flavor, nicely hopped. I love it! | Sixer of cans from Dayton Food City on 05/24/2019 | ||
| Uinta Brewing Company, 1722 South Fremont Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84104 Phone 801-467-0909 | Grapefruit Hop Nosh Fruit IPA | http://www.uintabrewing.com/products/grapefruit-hop-nosh | 7.3 | 82 | Hmmm.. Fair-to-good hoppiness.. Not too much fruitiness.. I should probably get a sixer for an extended evaluation. | Single from Rich at Happy Hour on 09/02/2019 | ||
| Utah Brewers Cooperative,1763 South 300 West,Salt Lake City, 84115,Phone: 801-466-8855 | Hop Rising Double IPA | http://www.squatters.com/ | 9 | 72 | Call it Utah Brewers, call it Squatter's Brewery, it's still a very nice brew. A nice nose, lovely taste, and a tasty hoppiness that lingers. Very good! | |||
| Unibroue Brewing Company, 80, Des Carrieres, Chambly, Quebec, Canada Phone: 450.658.7658 | "La Fin du Monde" (The End of the Earth) Belgian-style Trippel Ale | https://www.unibroue.com/en/our-beers/la-fin-monde/3 | 9 | 19 | I like this one. Has a distinctive "Belgium" taste. | Note: Founded as La Brasserie Massawippi in 1990, bought by Sleeman Breweries in 2004, then by Sopporo in 2006. | Four-pack of bottles at Riverside Bev. On 0/10/2019 for Canadian Beer Week | |
| Unibroue Brewing Company, 80, Des Carrieres, Chambly, Quebec, Canada Phone: 450.658.7658 | "Trois Pistoles" Strong Dark Belgium Beer | https://www.unibroue.com/en/our-beers/trois-pistoles/7 | 9 | 15.5 | Four-pack of bottles at Riverside Bev. On 0/10/2019 for Canadian Beer Week | |||
| Valkerie Brewing Company, Dallas WI 54733 Phone: 715-837-1824 | Raven Queen Black IPA | http://www.valkyriebrewery.com/ | 5 | This is a "Black Wheat IPA with Black Licorice" and I love it.The hint of licorice doesn't cover up the hoppy goodness; it's lovely. | ||||
| Valkerie Brewing Company, Dallas WI 54733 Phone: 715-837-1824 | Hot Chocolate | http://www.valkyriebrewery.com/ | 5 | This one is a Hot Chocolate Stout. A very nice stout, with a taste of chocolate, and a wonderful Cayenne pepper added to give it a taste you'll not forget. | ||||
| Victory
Brewing Company, 420 Acorn Lane, Downingtown, PA 19335 |
DirtWolf Double IPA | http://www.victorybeer.com/beers/dirtwolf-double-ipa/ | 8.7 | 65 | This one is pretty good, but not, IMO, outstanding. I may need to revise and extend my comments after the second glass… OK, I do like the hint of citrus. The last glass was better than the first. And I've reached the bottom of the jug. | Growler from Beverage World,1840 Lafayette Road, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742 Phone 706-866-5644. Pint from 'Tap This Craft Beer and Wine Bar' in New Bern on 07/04/2020. | ||
| Wachussett Brewing Company, 175 State Road East, Westminster, Massachusetts 01473 | Green Monsta IPA | http://www.wachusettbrew.com/ | 6.1 | 55 | A fairly pedestrian version of the IPA we all love to test and protest, this one will generate no letters to the home farm. | on tap at the Black Rose Pub in Boston, Mass. Saturday, June 11, 2016 | ||
| Waikiki Brewing Company, 1945 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI Phone: 808-946-6590 and 831 Queen Street, Honolulu, HI Phone: 808-591-0387 | Black Strap Molasses Porter | http://www.waikikibrewing.com/our-beer.html | 6.48 | 37 | I paired this one with the "It's All Good" cheeseburger and it went really well. Tasty, smooth, it's all you could want from a Porter. | Enjoyed on our epic trip to the Hawaiian Islands, February 11-28, 2018, on Waikiki Beach at "Cheeseburger in Paradise." | ||
| WanderLinger Brewing Co, 1208 King St, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37403 | 100 Day IPA | http://wanderlingerbrewing.com/ | 6.3 | 62 | Tried a couple of these at Chattanooga Oktober Fest. A very nice brew, I'm looking forward to stopping at their brew pub which is currently under construction. | Two drafts at Oktober Fest in Chattanooga, on October 14, 2018. Two more at the Brewery on 09/24/2019 when we stopped for Bluegrass night: David Peterson & 1946. | ||
| WanderLinger Brewing Co, 1208 King St, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37403 | King Salamander Imperial Stout | https://www.wanderlinger.com/work/ | 10.1 | 72 | Quite nice. The taste doesn't reflect the listed IBU; it goes down very nicely. | One of a flight at the Brewery with Jeff & Amy on 11/24/2018 | ||
| WanderLinger Brewing Co, 1208 King St, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37403 | Hobb's Cabin Porter | https://www.wanderlinger.com/work/ | 5.9 | 4 | Very smooth, a nice dark and tasty version of an old favorite. | one of a flight at the Brewery with Jeff & Amy on 11/24/2018 | ||
| WanderLinger Brewing Co, 1208 King St, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37403 | Hillwalker American IPA | https://www.wanderlinger.com/beer | 5 | Very blah "Session IPA," vastly inferior to their 100 Day IPA. | Pint at Jefferson's Rib House in Chattanooga on 10/13/2019 | |||
| WanderLinger Brewing Co, 1208 King St, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37403 Phone: 423-269-7979 | Speaker Tweaker Oatmeal Stout with Coffee - lots of Coffee | A lovely blend of Stout with a pronounced coffee flavor. For some reason it's not on the website. | 11/20/2020 with Rich & Judy to see Nicholas Edwards Williams, folk musician. | |||||
| Weyerbacher Brewing Compajny, 905 Line St, Easton, PA 18042 Phone: 610-559-5561 | Weyerbacher Blithering Idiot English BarleyWine | https://weyerbacher.com/blithering-idiot/ | 11.1 | 34 | In the style of Founder's Curmudgeon Ales, this one is really nice. Love it! | Had two of these lovelies on the Colebrookdale train out of Boyertown PA down to Pottsville on Father's Day (Thanks, Anita) 06/16/2019 | ||
| White Oak Brewery, 1801 Industrial Park Dr, Normal, IL 61761 Phone: 309-828-4077 | Bro...Do You Even IPA? | http://www.whiteoak.beer/ | 7.5 | 70 | Pretty good beer. I had this one with some Shrimp & Grits at Crawford's Pub | on tap at Crawford's Pub in Bloomington IL on 09/19/2018 | ||
| White Street Brewing Company, 218 S White St, Wake Forest, NC 27587 Phone: 919-647-9439 | Hoptimist IPA | https://www.whitestreetbrewing.com/hoptimist-ipa | 7.5 | 60 | Quite nice. We'll have to get more of this one. | One in a sixer from Bake, Bottle and Brew in Swansboro NC | ||
| White Street Brewing Company, 218 S White St, Wake Forest, NC 27587 Phone: 919-647-9439 | Kolsch | https://www.whitestreetbrewing.com/kolsch | 5.2 | 24 | This was a reasonable beer, with a crisp taste. But nothing special unless you really like the taste. | Trip to NC, May 2019 | ||
| Wicked Weed Brewing Company, 91 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-575-9599 | Lieutenant Dank IPA | https://www.wickedweedbrewing.com/beer/lieutenant-dank/ | 6.5 | 60 | This one is a fer-sher Four dot Oh. Very nice, may require a trip to Asheville… to investigate the source. | Sixer of cans from Food City on 01/16/2019 | ||
| Wicked Weed Brewing Company, 91 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-575-9599 | Napoleon Complex Hoppy Pale Ale | https://www.wickedweedbrewing.com/beer/napoleon-complex/ | 5.2 | Napoleon was a short guy. This is a short beer, tasty enough for the average beer drinker but not as nice as the Lieutenant. | Sixer of cans from Food City on 02/01/2019 | |||
| Wicked Weed Brewing Company, 91 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-575-9599 | Pernicious IPA | https://www.wickedweedbrewing.com/beer/pernicious/ | 7.3 | 70 | More goodness from Asheville. And such a pretty purple container, too. | Sixer of cans from Food City on 04/10/2019 | ||
| Wicked Weed Brewing Company, 91 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-575-9599 | Freak of Nature DIPA (Double India IPA) | https://www.wickedweedbrewing.com/beer/freak-of-nature/ | 8.5 | ?? | Nicely strong, nicely hoppy. Very good stuff. | Draft at the brewery in Asheville, with Jeff & Amy on 12/01/2019 | ||
| Wicked Weed Brewing Company, 91 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-575-9599 | Astronomical Hazy IPA | https://www.wickedweedbrewing.com/beer/astronomical/ | 7.7 | ?? | This is a tasty IPA, another nice version of the IPA genre from this brewery. | Draft at the brewery in Asheville, with Jeff & Amy on 12/01/2019 | ||
| Wicked Weed Brewing Company, 91 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-575-9599 | Coastal Love Hazy IPA | https://www.wickedweedbrewing.com/beer/coastal-love/ | 6.3 | A portion of the proceeds go to relief of victims of North Carolina's recent hurricanes. Love these hazy brews. | Draft (well, just a taste) at the brewery in Asheville, with Jeff & Amy on 12/01/2019 | |||
| Wicked Weed Brewing Company, 91 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828-575-9599 | Hop Cocoa Porter brewed with Cocoa Nibs | https://www.wickedweedbrewing.com/beer/hop-cocoa/ | 6.5 | It's nice, with hints of chocolate and coffee. | Sixer of cans from the brewery on 12/01/2019 | |||
| Wild Heaven Beer, 135 Maple St B, Decatur, GA 30030 Phone: 404-997-8589 | GoodVice Double IPA | http://wildheavenbeer.com/our-beers/ | 8.5 | Sixer from Casual Pint, Hixson, 05/11/2018 | ||||
| Wiseacre Brewing Company, 2783 Broad Ave, Memphis, TN 38112 Phone 901-888-7000 | Ananda India Pale Ale | https://wiseacrebrew.com/beer/ananda/ | 6.1 | 75 | Not outstanding, but nice. | Growler from Riverside Bev. 12/02/2016 | ||
| Wiseacre Brewing Company, 2783 Broad Ave, Memphis, TN 38112 Phone 901-888-7000 | "Gotta Get Up to Get Down" Coffee Milk Stout | https://wiseacrebrew.com/beer/gotta-get-up-to-get-down/ | 5 | 15 | This is a very nice Stout. The hint of coffee is great; I like it a lot. | Sample from Casual Pint in Hisxon, TN on 11/17/2017. On tap at the Chop House in Chattanooga, 2/15/2019. Growlers from Food City on Hixson Pike on 02/19/2019. | ||
| Wiseacre Brewing Company, 2783 Broad Ave, Memphis, TN 38112 Phone 901-888-7000 | Oktoberfest Gemütlichkeit Marzan - German Lager | https://wiseacrebrew.com/beer/oktoberfest/ | 5.9 | 24 | Plenty of flavor, but not all that tasty. | Sample can from Riverside Bev. On 12/14/2017. | ||
| World Brews = Genessee Brewing Company, 445 Saint Paul Street, Rochester, New York, 14605 | DieselPunk Double IPA | http://www.dieselpunkbrew.com/ | 8.5 | I like it a lot. It's from the old Genessee Brewery in Rochester NY, and this one does them proud. | Porter Likes it! | Sixer of Cans from Smith's Market in Las Vegas. "World Brews, Rochester NY" is the old Genessee Brewing Company. Fond memories from my school days in Syracuse. | ||
| Yazoo Brewing Company, 910 Division Street, Nashville, TN 37203 | Hop Project Brewmaster Series | http://yazoobrew.com/ | 5.7 | 75 and up | Each version of Hop Project is a little bit, but not totally different. I found this stuff at about version 72; the latest I've had is 83. Its very smooth, my go-to brew when I can't find something new. | Caveat to the evaluation: see below re. "Hop Perfect" | ||
| Yazoo Brewing Company, 910 Division Street, Nashville, TN 37203 | Hop Perfect IPA | https://yazoobrew.com/hop-project/ | 5.5 | 75 | The claim on the bottle is that "after eight years and 86 unique versions of our Hop Project series, we believe we have hit upon the perfect blend of hops for our year-round IPA." Not sure I agree yet. Not on the web site as of April 1, 2016. | 07/02/2016 - on the Website, listed at IBU=75+ and ABV=5.5. "An easy-drinking India Pale Ale, made with Citra and Mosaic hops that lend a citrus and graprfruit aroma to an already well-balanced lighter bodied beer," they say. | ||
| Yee-Haw Brewing Company, 126 Buffalo St, Johnson City, TN 37604 Phone: 423-328-9192 | Big Hoppa Double IPA | http://yeehawbrewing.com/beers/bighoppa-2 | 8.5 | 60 | Nice, about a Four. Has a decent flavor and nicely hopped. Very satisfactory. Further research solidifies the initial appraisal: it's good stuff. And, it's almost local. | Four-pack from Casual Pint on 12/08/2017. Missing from their website on 11/24/2018. | ||
| Yee-Haw Brewing Company, 126 Buffalo St, Johnson City, TN 37604 Phone: 423-328-9192 | Yee-Haw Dunkel | https://yeehawbrewing.com/beers/dunkel/ | 5.5 | 30 | A reasonable brew, a dark German lager. | I paired a draft with the Catfish platter at Champy's in Chattanooga on 11/24/2018 | ||
| Yee-Haw Brewing Company, 126 Buffalo St, Johnson City, TN 37604 Phone: 423-328-9192 | Yee-Haw IPA | https://yeehawbrewing.com/beers/ipa/ | 6.7 | 75 | Pretty nice beer. Glad it's a year-round variety, so I can enjoy it more than once a year. | Pint can at The Caverns (Pelham TN)for a Rhonda Vincent concert on 08/24/2019 | ||
| Yellowhammer Brewing LLC, 2600 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805 Phone: 256-489-3510 | Tobacco Road Imperial Amber Ale | https://www.yellowhammerbrewery.com/beers | 9.4 | ? | Now this is a fine brew. Has a smoky mouth, with a fine hoppy bite. Love it! Only available in August. | Single from Riverside Bev. On 12/01/2017 | ||
| Young's Beers from Eagle Brewery in Great Britain. | Double Chocolate Stout | https://www.youngsbeers.co.uk/beers/double-chocolate-stout/ | 5.2 | ? | There are a lot of Chocolate Stouts tastier than this one. It's got a bobber in the can, kinda like Guinness does, not something that appeals to me. | Four 14.9-ounce cans from Total Wine in Knoxville on 9/3/2020 | ||
| Yuengling, D. G. & Son, 420 Mahantongo St, Pottsville, PA 17901 Phone: 570-628-4890 | Dark Brewed Porter | https://www.yuengling.com/our-beer/porter/ | ?? | ? | I preferred their Black and Tan when I drank Yuengling. A bottle of this Porter tends to give me a headache. Speaking historical data here, you understand. This was my first for a long time. | Sample at the Brewery in Pottsville on our Pennsylvania excursion, on 06/20/2019 | ||
| Yuengling, D. G. & Son, 420 Mahantongo St, Pottsville, PA 17901 Phone: 570-628-4890 | Hershey's Chocolate Porter | https://www.yuengling.com/our-beer/yuengling-hersheys-chocolate-porter/?back=seasonal | 4.7 | ? | Has a mild, chocolate-ie taste that I like. Waiting to see what the after-effect, if any, is like. | Sixer of this new brew from Total Wine in Knoxville on 11/03/2020 | ||
| LIST OF FAVORITE BREWS | ||||||||
| Dark Horse Brewing Company, 511 S Kalamazoo Ave, Marshall, MI 49068 Phone: 269-781-9940 | Double Crooked Tree IPA | http://www.darkhorsebrewery.com/ | 12 | 84 | A new favorite. This one is dark, flavorful, smooth… Did I mention the wonderful flavor? | Single from Riverside Bev., 7/14/2017. We'll get more, fer shur. | ||
| Imported by Anchor Brewing Company, San Francisco, CA | Hardcore IPA | http://brewdog.com | 9.2 | 150 | "Explicit Imperial Ale," they say. "150 IBU," they say. I say, "Whatever! Give me MORE!" | (Jeff) Pretty sure this may be my new favorite beer. I may have to put it head to head against Hop Box to be sure. | ||
| Green Flash Brewing Company, 6550 Mira Mesa Blvd. San Diego, CA 92121 | Green Bullet Triple IPA | www.greenflashbrew.com | 10.1 | 100+ | Wow! Hoppy, nicely bitter, hints of citrus. And powerful! Not for the faint of heart, but for those of us who appreciate a well-hopped brew, you couldn't ask for more. | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Founder's
Brewing Company, 235 Grandville Ave. SW Grand Rapids, MI 49503 |
ReDANKulous Imperial Red IPA | http://foundersbrewing.com/ | 9.5 | 90 | Wow! Just look at the numbers. I love these guys' stuff, and this is like their Centennial IPA on steroids. The first sip is attention-getting, the second brings a smile, and… well, you get the idea. This stuff is GREAT! | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Stone RuinTen Triple IPA | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 10.8 | 110 | "DOUBLE DRY-HOPPED W/ CENTENNIAL & CITRA" and does it ever work. This is one of the best you will ever taste. | Bomber from Total Wine in Las Vegas, 9-24-2017. | ||
| Ninkasi Brewing Company, 272 Van Buren St, Eugene, OR 97402 | Tricerahops Double IPA | www.ninkasibrewing.com/tricerahops | 8 | 100 | Mikey likes it. An excellent brew with a very hoppy aftertaste. Right up my alley! | (Jeff) For a very high IBU brew this is an incredibly smooth easy drinking beer. Jeffy approves very much. | 6-29-2016 - Website says ABV=8.0, IBU=84 | |
| Benford Brewing Company, 2271 Boxcar Rd, Lancaster, SC 29720 Phone: 803-416-8422 | The Problem Solver Imperial IPA | http://www.benfordbrewing.com/ | 11.5 | 109 | Very nicely hopped, this brew pushes all the right buttons. I love it! Gotta have more. | 11-1-2016 Sixer from Chattanooga Wine & Spirits $16.00 | ||
| Starr Hill Brewery LLC, 5391 Three Notched Road, Crozet, VA 22932 | Mango Habanero IPA | http://www.starrhill.com/ | 8 | 58 | Now this one is NICE, with a lovely hot pepper aftertaste. They collaborated (it says) with Brothers Craft Brewing and appear to have done it right. Warms the belly very nicely. | Growler from Riverside Bev. Unfortunately, I don't find this one on their website on 7-2-2016. I could cry! | ||
| Sweetwater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324 | Hop Hash Double IPA | http://sweetwaterbrew.com/ | 7.8 | 100 | This one is very nice. Doesn't take too much of this to satisfy, and it definitely satisfies. Love it. Don't fall for their other "Hash" offerings. | |||
| Stone Brewing Company, 1999 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029 Phone 760-294-7899 | Mocha IPA "Style-defying Double IPA with Cacao and Coffee" | http://www.stonebrewing.com/ | 9 | 80 | Very nice flavor, typical of Stone's excellent IPA's. Must have more. | Sixer from Riverside Bev. as a special treat to myself, when I finished my jury service on 08/03/2017. | ||
| Back Forty Beer Company, 200 North 6th Street, Gadsden, AL 35901 | Freckle Belly IPA | http://backfortybeer.com/ | 7.5 | 85 | An excellent brew. Very smooth, nicely hoppy, with a lovely aroma. Very Tasty! | Bottles from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Sixpoint Brewery, 40 Van Dyke Street, Brooklyn, NY | Resin | http://sixpoint.com/ | 9.1 | 103 | I like this one a lot. Very smooth and nicely hoppy, for my money this is a "go to" brew. | Growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Joseph James Brewing Company Inc., Henderson, NV | Hop Box Imperial IPA | www.foxbrews.com | 9.3 | 88 | One of the nicest and best-tasting beers of those we've been drinking. A lovely expression of the hop-head's art. Apart from the packaging (I prefer a glass container) I would ask for one of these every time. | (Jeff) One of the best beers I've tasted in a long time. It's hoppy, smooth and pairs well with everything from burgers to pizza. I've never been disappointed with a can. | The bastards sold out to one of the mega-breweries! 06/29/2016 - Website says ABV=8.2, IBU=85 - they seem to be wimping out | |
| Straight to Ale Brewing Co, 3200 Leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville AL 35801 | Unobtainium Barrel-aged Old Ale | http://straighttoale.com/ | 11.5 | 68 | Aged six months in a Bourbon barrel, this stuff is the Real Deal. Not your every-day beer, but very nice to pair with cheese or dessert. | Bottles and growler from Riverside Bev. | ||
| Terrapin Beer Company, 265 Newton Bridge Road, Athens, GA 30607 | Hopsecutioner | http://terrapinbeer.com/ | 7.3 | 71 | I love this one. Hicely hoppy, citrus doesn't overpower it. | |||
| Chattanooga Breweries | ||||||||
| Big River Grille & Brewing Works, 222 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Phone: 423-267-2739 | House IPA | http://www.bigrivergrille.com/ | 6 | 55 | ||||
| Big Frog Brewing Co., 2122 Dayton Blvd, Red Bank, TN 37415 Phone 423-432-6146 | http://www.bigfrogbrewery.com/ | |||||||
| Chattanooga Brewing Company, 1804 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN 37405 Phone: 423-702-9958 | Hill City IPA | http://chattabrew.com/ | 6.3 | 95 | ||||
| Hutton & Smith Brewing Company, 431 E M L King Blvd #120, Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-760-3600 | Igneous IPA | http://huttonandsmithbrewing.com/ | ||||||
| McHale's Brewhouse, 724 Ashland Terrace, Chattanooga, TN 37415 Phone: 423-877-2124 | Bloody IPA | http://www.mchalesbrewhouse.com/ | 6.1 | 69 | ||||
| Moccassin Bend Brewing Company, 3210 Broad St Suite B, Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-821-6392 | Unbalanced IPA, Centennial X 5 East Coast IPA, other interesting choices | http://bendbrewingbeer.com/ | 6.3 | 94.2 | ||||
| Monkey Town Brewing Company, 287 1st Ave, Dayton, TN 37321 Phone 423-775-1800 | http://monkeytownbrewing.com/ | First experience in 2016 was not good. Don't even remember what I had but prolly won't be going back. | ||||||
| Oddstory Brewing Company, 336 East MLK Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37403 Phone: 423-682-7690 | http://www.oddstorybrewing.co/ | Opening December 31, 2016 | ||||||
| Phantom Horse Brewing Company, 56a Fieldstone Parkway, Rock Spring, GA. 30739 Phone: 706-375-9182 | Ole Green Eyes IPA | http://www.phantomhorsebrewing.com/ | 6 | 65 | Went on a Sunday, found out they can't sell beer on Sundays. Good pizza, though. | |||
| Phantom Horse Brewing Company, 56a Fieldstone Parkway, Rock Spring, GA. 30739 Phone: 706-375-9182 | Double Barrel Cocked IPA (9.5 ABV) | http://www.phantomhorsebrewing.com/ | 9.1 | 43 | As of my birthday, haven't made a trip back here yet. Soon… | |||
| Terminal Brew House, 1464 Market St, Chattanooga, TN 37408 Phone: 423-752-8090 | Magnum IPA | http://terminalbrewhouse.com/ | 6 | 82 | Their best offering. Goes great with their "Twisted Hummmmmmus." | |||
| WanderLinger Brewing Company, 1208 King Street, Chattanooga, TN | To open Spring of 2017 | |||||||
| Mad Knight Brewing Company, 4015 Tennessee Avenue, Chattanooga, TN | To open February 15, 2017 | |||||||
| Heavan and Ale Brewing Company, 304 Cherokee Blvd, Chattanooga, TN | To open Summer of 2017 | |||||||
| Nashville Breweries | ||||||||
| Yazoo Brewing Company, 910 Division Street, Nashville, TN 37203 | Hop Project Brewmaster Series | http://yazoobrew.com/ | 5.7 | 75 and up | ||||
| Blackstone Brewing Company, 2312 Clifton Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209 | HopJack American-style IPA, Dark Matter Black IPA, Adam Bomb West Coast IPA | http://www.blackstonebeer.com/ | 6.3 - 6.2 - 7.2 | 60 - 55 - 83 | ||||
| Fat Bottom Brewing Company, 900 Main Street, Nashville, TN 37206 615-678-5715 | Knockout IPA | http://www.fatbottombrewing.com/ | 5.9 | 80 | ||||
| Turtle Anarchy Brewing Co., 5901 California Avenue, Suite 105, Nashville, TN 37209 | Another Way to Rye IPA | http://www.turtleanarchy.com/ | 6 | 60 | ||||
| Jackalope Brewing Company, 701 8th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-873-4313 | Leghorn Rye IPA | http://jackalopebrew.com/ | 6 | 65 | ||||
| Tennessee Brew Works, 809 Ewing Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-436-0050 | Cutaway Rye IPA | http://www.tnbrew.com/ | 6 | 70 | ||||
| The Black Abbey Brewing Company, 2952 Sidco Dr, Nashville, TN 37204 Phone: 615-755-0070 | 5 Points West-coast Style IPA | http://blackabbeybrewing.com/ | 5.6 | 94 | ||||
| Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery, 111 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201 Phone: 615-251-4677 | Rock Bottom India Pale Ale | http://www.rockbottom.com/locations/nashville | 6.5 | 60 | ||||
| Czann's Brewing Company LLC, 505 Lea Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-748-1399 | Czann's IPA | http://www.czanns.com/ | 6.2 | 53 | ||||
| Tailgate Beer, 7300 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209 Phone: 615-861-9842 | http://tailgatebeer.com/ | |||||||
| Bearded Iris Brewing, 101 Van Buren St, Nashville, TN 37208 Phone: 615-928-7988 | Homestyle IPA, Habit IPA, Scatterbrain IPA | http://www.beardedirisbrewing.com/ | 6.0 - 6.2 - 6.0 | |||||
| Southern Grist Brewing Company, 1201 Porter Rd, Nashville, TN 37206 Phone: 615-727-1201 | Mixed Greens XIV IPA, [Insert Juicy Pun] Double IPA | http://www.southerngristbrewing.com/ | 6.2 - 7.9 | |||||
| Smith & Lentz Brewing Company, 903 Main St, Nashville, TN 37206 | el Cuarto IPA, IPA # 9, Mosaic IPA, IPA # 10, Red IPA, Citra IPA | http://www.smithandlentz.com/ | 6.2 - 6.9 - 6.2 - 6.2 - 6.0 - 5.8 | |||||
| Little Harpeth Brewing, 30 Oldham St, Nashville, TN 37213 Phone: 615-922-2690 | Iris India Pale Lager, Mosaic India Pale Kolsch | http://www.littleharpethbrewing.com/ | 4.9 - 5.65 | |||||
| Honky Tonk Brewing Company, 240 Cumberland Bend, Nashville, TN 37228 Phone: 615-742-9770 | (no website - presence on Facebook) | |||||||
| East Nashville Beer Works, 320 E Trinity Ln, Nashville, TN 37207 Phone: 615-891-3108 | Swing Bridge IPA, East Bank Citra IPA | http://www.eastnashbeerworks.com/home/ | 6.2 - 6.7 | 80 - 74 | ||||
| Corsair Brewstillery Taproom & Tasting Room, 1200 Clinton St #110, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-200-0320 | ||||||||
| New Heights Brewing Company, 928 5th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: 615-490-6901 | New Heights IPA, Tryestar IPA | http://www.newheightsbrewing.com/ | 6.9 - 6.2 | |||||
| Cool Springs Brewery, 600A Frazier Dr #135, Franklin, TN 37067, Phone: 615-503-9626 | Pecker Wrecker IPA, Nice Rack Mango IPA | http://coolspringsbrewery.com/ | 6.2 - 6.2 | 58 | ||||