So what makes a good beer/cigar pairing? I'm currently still leaning towards the mild side of medium bodies smokes, and I really dig malty brews - IPA's are way too hoppy for my pallette.
I tried pairing a Romeo y Julieta Cedros #2 with a porter the other day, but the porter itself was actually a little disappointing and probably not a good indicator of whether the two would really pair up well...
just finished up the rest of my Unibroue taster pack... all I can say is kudos to this company, I found out they are based out of Canada and I love their beer, its a bit pricey but well worth it so try it out if you get the chance, especially the Maudite!
So what makes a good beer/cigar pairing? I'm currently still leaning towards the mild side of medium bodies smokes, and I really dig malty brews - IPA's are way too hoppy for my pallette.
I tried pairing a Romeo y Julieta Cedros #2 with a porter the other day, but the porter itself was actually a little disappointing and probably not a good indicator of whether the two would really pair up well...
Personal opinion is that stouts and porters go better with fuller bodied, fuller flavored cigars. For mediums I would recommend more ales or lagers. Just my $.02...
Stone Sublimely Self Righteous Ale... It certainly is one of the better beers I have ever had. It is the perfect balance of everything I love in beer. I absolutely recommend that everyone try some of this!
ive been drinking a bunch of Salvator by Polaner (i hope i didnt reverse that) as of late. if you happen to find it, check it out. its got some nice flavors to it and some things that not every beer has.
ive been drinking a bunch of Salvator by Polaner (i hope i didnt reverse that) as of late. if you happen to find it, check it out. its got some nice flavors to it and some things that not every beer has.
Is that one a wheat beer? I know Paulaner specializes in wheats. I have had a few by them, all of them wheat beers, and they were alright. I am not a fan of almost all wheat beers but Paulaner seems to do a decent job with them...
My dad got me a case of Legends Lager for my birthday... I love it. You guys know of any other brews with that almost caramel taste? Admittedly I'm not huge into beer I'll pick up a case every now and then but I haven't studied it much.
ive been drinking a bunch of Salvator by Polaner (i hope i didnt reverse that) as of late. if you happen to find it, check it out. its got some nice flavors to it and some things that not every beer has.
Is that one a wheat beer? I know Paulaner specializes in wheats. I have had a few by them, all of them wheat beers, and they were alright. I am not a fan of almost all wheat beers but Paulaner seems to do a decent job with them...
Rounding out the weekend with Rouge Hazelnut Brown. Holy crap! I thought i knew what a good brown ale was....this stuff rocks. The hazelnut is nothing more than a faint note on the finish and a little through the nose as the beer warms up a bit but hazelnut aside, this is killer brew!
Man, I made a huge mistake this weekend. Pickup up Magic Hat Summer Brew. It was NASTY!!! I shoulda paid attention when I bought it though. As soon as I opened the first one, I noticed it said, made with beet juice. Who wants beet flavored beer? Beets are not what I think about when I buy a "crisp summer brew". Took two sips, threw it out, and threw out the whole six pack.
Having my very last can of Monk's Blood from 21st amendment.....just spent the last 20 minutes gogling it and it is oficially sold out everywhere. Brewed with cinnamon, vanilla, oak chips and figs....all in a dark belgian strong ale.....legendary good....why in the hell dont they make this anymore!!!!!
Found a 6-er of Terrapin Hopsecutioner in the store and snatched it up. Paired it up last night with a 5V Classic and was very, very pleased.
Not sure if they distribute nationally or not but for any IPA lovers out there this is one to try. As you can guess the hop flavor is very intense, but also exceptionally blended.
I've had the Rye Pale Ale and absolutely love it, but haven't had the Hopsecutioner yet. I'll have to keep an eye out for it. Oh, and I'm pretty sure Terrapin is pretty much limited to the southeast (I'm in SC and can find it), but I'm not 100% sure on that.
Just cracked that sumbitch open, and I am pretty impressed. Definitely English in its influences and flavors. Dry and sharp with distinctive English hop presence. Grassy and citrus pith with subtle floral notes. Slightly salty flavor is present, especially on the end. What really gets me is how well hidden the booze is, it is scary. Really nice mouthfeel, no hop oil slick, just a medium light body that dances across the tongue.
I am usually pretty bored with English IPA, but this I can get behind. I love our hops, but it is nice to get something with a ton of English hop presence to really pick up some of their nuances. Certainly recommended, but then again, what does Stone make that you wouldn't at least try?
I've had the Rye Pale Ale and absolutely love it, but haven't had the Hopsecutioner yet. I'll have to keep an eye out for it. Oh, and I'm pretty sure Terrapin is pretty much limited to the southeast (I'm in SC and can find it), but I'm not 100% sure on that.
can't say I've seen Terrapin anywhere around me where do you find it? Same for the Rye Pale Ale...(edit) been awhile since I did a beer run to be honest.
Ive been drinking Rogue like a motha focka! But I do like Coney Island brews. The last beer that I loved was from Brew Dog....it was different but amazing. I cant even find it on their list hmmm. It was with Guarana, Honey, and some other weird ingredients.
North Coast Brother Thelonius....im diggin it. Not really a summer beer....but then i'm usually the guy drinking imperial stout when it's 105 outside too
I've had the Rye Pale Ale and absolutely love it, but haven't had the Hopsecutioner yet. I'll have to keep an eye out for it. Oh, and I'm pretty sure Terrapin is pretty much limited to the southeast (I'm in SC and can find it), but I'm not 100% sure on that.
can't say I've seen Terrapin anywhere around me where do you find it? Same for the Rye Pale Ale...(edit) been awhile since I did a beer run to be honest.
I'm in Spartanburg and my Ingles actually sometimes has the Rye Pale Ale. Otherwise I can find it at Total Wine in Greenville. Not sure about Green's but I wouldn't be surprised if they have it. Where in South Cackalacky are you?
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So what makes a good beer/cigar pairing? I'm currently still leaning towards the mild side of medium bodies smokes, and I really dig malty brews - IPA's are way too hoppy for my pallette.
I tried pairing a Romeo y Julieta Cedros #2 with a porter the other day, but the porter itself was actually a little disappointing and probably not a good indicator of whether the two would really pair up well...
PS if anyone has heard of this beer, knows who brews it, who distributes it, etc. let me know!
Personal opinion is that stouts and porters go better with fuller bodied, fuller flavored cigars. For mediums I would recommend more ales or lagers. Just my $.02...
....though this would be a malt and hops flavored wine but a wine by technicality none-the-less
You guys know of any other brews with that almost caramel taste?
Admittedly I'm not huge into beer I'll pick up a case every now and then but I haven't studied it much.
Not sure if they distribute nationally or not but for any IPA lovers out there this is one to try. As you can guess the hop flavor is very intense, but also exceptionally blended.
I am usually pretty bored with English IPA, but this I can get behind. I love our hops, but it is nice to get something with a ton of English hop presence to really pick up some of their nuances. Certainly recommended, but then again, what does Stone make that you wouldn't at least try?