Friday, July 24, 2009

Infidel Lime IPA


Infidel Lime IPA, originally uploaded by Ben McLeod.

Infidel Lime IPA, from Trade Route Brewing Company
Season: Spring
ABV: 7.5%

A good, hoppy IPA with a heavy citrus taste - which could come from the hops, or the lime leaves it was brewed with. Ive never heard of a "Spring IPA," but whatever - I'll drink it!

Thursday, July 23, 2009

Radiant Summer Ale


Radiant Summer Ale, originally uploaded by Ben McLeod.

Radiant Summer Ale, from Ninkasi
Season: Summer
ABV: 6%

A delicious copper malt, followed by a wonderful hoppy bitterness. I would have to say that this is my favorite of all the summer beers that I've tried.

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

McMenamins Copper Moon


McMenamins Copper Moon, originally uploaded by Ben McLeod.

Copper Moon, from McMenamins
Season: Summer
ABV: 5.03%

A light and fresh summer alternative to pilsners and wheat ales. It has a nice malty bite without being overbearing.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Southern Hemisphere Harvest Fresh Hop Ale

Southern Hemisphere Harvest Fresh Hop Ale, from Sierra Nevada
Season: Harvest
ABV: 6.7%

A yummy, freshy-hoppy ale - in the summer!!

Monday, July 6, 2009

Cascade Lakes Brewing Company Nitro Red

Nitro Red, from Cascade Lakes Brewing
Season: Summer
ABV: 6.0%

A smooth red ale.

Thursday, July 2, 2009

Nitro Oatmeal Stout

Nitro Oatmeal Stout, from Bend Brewing Company
Season: Summer
ABV: 6.6%

A yummy, smooth stout.