Joseph James Red Fox
Joseph James Brewing Inc. | Henderson, Nevada USA
Purchased @
Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA
Style: Russian Imperial Stout
First stout I have poured that did not go to a head! This is also my first brew to try from the state of Nevada. On its own this brew has some fine qualities in both taste and aroma (smooth, full of dark chocolate and strong coffee) but somewhat lacking in texture (quite thin) when compared to other brews in the Russian imperial stout style. The alcohol is very well hidden (9% ABV) but it is still there so enjoy responsibly! One interesting note is the thin sheen on top of the beer; at times it forms intricate designs that a barista would make on your cappuccino!
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Summit Winter Ale
Summit Brewing Company | St. Paul, Minnesota USA
Purchased @
Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA
Style: English Strong Ale
Ohhh my this is one delicious brew!! Complexity in flavors makes this one a truly superb sipping brew! Very easy on the palate but go slow and enjoy this brew. Surely one of the best offerings from the Summit Brewery line-up. A delicious lingering of cocoa in the aftertaste as well. One of the best English strong ales (ESAs) that I have savored in quite a while!
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Summit Silver Anniversary Ale
Summit Brewing Company | St. Paul, Minnesota USA
Purchased @
Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA
Style: India Pale Ale (IPA)
Truly one of the most complex, well-balanced IPAs that I have yet to savor! A BIG smack in the mouth from the hoppy hit up front but it is quickly smoothed down a notch from the sweet caramel undertones. A fine brew that I would quickly pair up with some oysters and mussels. The finish on this beer can be described as crisp, clean, bold and refreshing. This 25th anniversary ale is one that comes highly recommended! Summit truly has some fine brews in their line-up! As this brew slowly warms the flavors become more enjoyable.
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Deschutes Inversion IPA
Deschutes Brewery | Bend, Oregon USA
Purchased @
Beer & Wine World - Mansfield, Texas USA
Style: India Pale Ale (IPA)
Another fine brew in the Deschutes line-up! This IPA puts out a hearty punch from the hops and then mellows it out from the sweet malts. The finish keeps lingering with a slight bitter bite intermingled with sweet caramel and lemons. Deliciously flavorful and very aromatic. Quality brews such as this will surely make a hop-loving beer enthusiast out of me in no time!
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