Surly Abrasive Ale

Surly Abrasive Ale

Surly Abrasive Ale, previously known as D.V.D.A. and 16 Grit, is a wonderful double IPA with loads of hops.  The hops change a bit every year but it’s never failed to impress.  Things got even better when Surly started canning this brew so we didn’t have... Read More
Summit Unchained #06 Gold Sovereign Ale

Summit Unchained #06 Gold Sovereign Ale

Creating a modern twist on a Victorian era brew, Summit brewer Damian McConn created a wonderful brew.  Made with 100% organic malts, Unchained #06 Gold Sovereign is a pale ale with a really nice hop presence and is very easy drinking.  The only downside is that... Read More
Victory Storm King Imperial Stout 2008

Victory Storm King Imperial Stout 2008

Victory Storm King is a 9.1% ABV imperial stout with plenty of hops that is great fresh or with some age on it.  After around 3 years in the cellar, physician this beer was awesome.  The alcohol notes had settled down and the malty roast flavor was much more forward.... Read More
Full Sail Old Broadhead Barleywine

Full Sail Old Broadhead Barleywine

A lovely bottle of Full Sail Old Broadhead Barleywine from 2010.  A nice barleywine at an awesome price (only $4.99 a bomber).  I’ve had this beer most years since ’05 or so although it seems it may now be discontinued.  While it is a very nice barleywine,... Read More
Oskar Blues Ten Fidy

Oskar Blues Ten Fidy

A big imperial stout from a can.  Oskar Blues Ten Fidy pours as thick new motor oil and as dar as the well used stuff. Big, chocolatey, and roasty, this brew is great for sipping.  Canned beer doesn’t seem to age the way that bottled does.  This was a 2 year old... Read More