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Old 09-01-2015, 05:23 PM
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I believe that is literally my wife's favorite beer

She is also quite partial to Port Brewing Old Viscosity (Dark Strong Ale) http://portbrewing.com/beer/old-viscosity/



You might also like Port Brewing Board Meeting (Double Brown Ale) http://portbrewing.com/beer/board-meeting/

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Old 09-01-2015, 05:25 PM
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Originally Posted by 18psi
Yeah, it was not bitter, it was smooth, strong coffee/espresso taste, complimented perfectly the steak and mushrooms and even was ok with the lobster salad. It even paired good with the dessert. overall loved it
If you like that one, you'd probably also like the BOMB by Prarie Artisan Ales:






BOMB! | Prairie Artisan Ales | BeerAdvocate


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Old 09-01-2015, 05:28 PM
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ooh nice I'll look for that one next time
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Old 09-01-2015, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by EO2K
I believe that is literally my wife's favorite beer
it's so rich. very nice. having it with tri-tip now

....I'm never gonna lose weight
She is also quite partial to Port Brewing Old Viscosity (Dark Strong Ale) Port Brewing Company | Old Viscosity Ale



You might also like Port Brewing Board Meeting (Double Brown Ale) Port Brewing Company | Board Meeting

aww yiss
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Originally Posted by 18psi
....I'm never gonna lose weight
This is how I keep my girlish figure

If you are just beginning to explore these things, try to keep an eye on the 'style' of the beer in question as this can help you find other things in a similar vein. These days style guidelines are just that, guidelines. Not everyhting will fit perfectly in "the box" of a particular style, but that's the fun part about trying new beers
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Old 09-01-2015, 05:36 PM
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I think I saw somewhere that a 22oz bomber of one of these big imperial stouts (double digit ABV) runs something like 800+ calories . . . EACH!
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Old 09-01-2015, 05:41 PM
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Yeah, they add up with a quickness. The alcohol alone is worth quite a few calories.

Almost forgot: Samuel Smith's Organic Chocolate Stout ORGANIC CHOCOLATE STOUT | Samuel Smiths Brewery



Also Samuel Smith's Oatmeal Stout OATMEAL STOUT | Samuel Smiths Brewery



These are pretty mainstream and easy to find, and I feel they are solid choices.
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Old 09-01-2015, 05:46 PM
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yep saw both of those at srpouts today where I got the choco stout.
and yes, that's exctly what I'm doing: so far I like many porters, many stouts, and lately have tried some really enjoyable ales and red ales.

I never drink to get drunk anymore, so a beer has to be ALL about the taste. sipping type stuff, never gulping or downing. and I don't drink just to drink. I am obsessed with trying different styles and tastes, that's the most important part for me. stuff with coffee, chocolate, etc. and lately I've really enjoyed stuff with really mild fruit undertones. not too sweet or fruity, but refreshing with a hint of fruit. something that really surprised me was blue moon peach. pyramid apricot ale too
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Originally Posted by TheBigChill
Is everything OK?...
Haha, yeah. That was my stash for the weekend.

Originally Posted by 18psi
Yeah, it was not bitter, it was smooth, strong coffee/espresso taste, complimented perfectly the steak and mushrooms and even was ok with the lobster salad. It even paired good with the dessert. overall loved it

about to have this now:
The also make a Banana Bread beer which is good. Mix it with the Choco Stout in = proportions and you have choco banana bread beer.

I even got our local pub/beer palace type place (350+ beers) to put it on the menu.


And to whomever posted the BOMB, Prairie ******* rocks. Awesome guys (local brewery) and basically everything they make is killer. If you run across their "Bierrica" it's an awesome Raspberry sour.
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Old 09-01-2015, 07:06 PM
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Originally Posted by z31maniac
If you run across their "Bierrica" it's an awesome Raspberry sour.
That right there sounds like my jam.
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Originally Posted by z31maniac
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And to whomever posted the BOMB, Prairie ******* rocks. Awesome guys (local brewery) and basically everything they make is killer. If you run across their "Bierrica" it's an awesome Raspberry sour.
Have not had their Bierrica yet, but I was pleasantly surprised with their "OK-Si", which is an imperial stout aged in tequila barrels. I was a little unsure because it sounds like it would be kind of a weird mix, but the tequila influence was just subtle enough that it made for a really interesting taste which was actually quite good. I do agree though, everything I have ever tried from Prairie has been noteworthy.




BTW, thinking along the lines of your choco-bannana bread stout instantly made me think of Highwater Brewing's Campfire Stout, which tastes like S'mores.

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This weekend was a great example of why a lighter beer is a must when drinking all day. 10 Dale's Pale Ales will leave you with **** mouth and water butt...the opposite of what you want in life.

The following day, we classed things up a bit with 30 Miller Lites

Also extremely annoying during this trip, I unexpectedly found myself Miata-less, commuting on what may be one of the best driving roads on the East Coast.

Skyline Drive, VA. Twists and turns up & down multiple mountains for ~2 hours:

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Old 09-02-2015, 12:01 PM
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Old 09-02-2015, 01:12 PM
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That's the one. I saw nary a one real police officer over 3 days, and if driven in the early morning (no traffic), you could probably haul *** on it.

EDIT: Or not.... Virginia Police Impounded A McLaren And A Dozen Other Cars For Reckless Driving
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Old 09-02-2015, 03:38 PM
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I have narrowed down my favorite style of beer.

lightly hopped ales with strong malt character.

Here is one I recently discovered and enjoy:

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Old 09-02-2015, 03:50 PM
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looks like you have a similar taste to mine. you like porters?
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Wow I haven't had a youngs double chocolate stout in forever.
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Having this tonight,

Alcohol is strong, was expecting hoppy but it delivered on full bodied taste as per the long queuque on the bottle states.

Not my HDR image,


It's meh, grabbing #3 now
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<p>My beer of the night.</p><p>homemade brazilian limeade. 6 cups water 1.5 cups sugar, grind 5 limes whole for juice nad rinds.</p><p>half glass gin, half glass limeade. half teaspoon of sweetend condensed milk makes the gin disapear.</p><p></p>
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Get that non-hopped **** out of here!
I love that this is so readily available these days.

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