Ymm, Beer

[devildeac]

ClemmonsDevil - thanks for lunch. It was super tasty.

Did someone say Incendiary?

Wow, special guests today.

[devildeac]

I've found I really enjoy Galaxy hops, but only when used by a brewer who does it right. I did not like that New Grass beer, you're right. That one for me just tasted like it had been over-hopped to cover up not the best beer.

I had a Galaxy forward/featured IPA or IIPA from Trophy a couple years ago that I thought was outstanding, too, so was a tad disappointed in that New Grass beer (not your fault, of course).

[devildeac]

Back out to the patio for some more family chatting by the fire pit.

[devildeac]

A teaser from last PM:

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[OldPhiKap]

May I pass that comment along to Mrs. dd WRT shopping, yard work, special occasions, events, etc?

“Her mileage may vary.”

[richardjackson199]

Wouldn't it be cool if Incendiary made a Collaboration stout with Casita? Well they did...

Bunches & Bunches - Casita Brewing Collab with Incendiary - 8.8 % - Chocolate Covered Banana Stout

Black with usual thin pretty beige head rising up after pour. Dark Chocolate, Vanilla, and lots of Banana on the Nose. And get this - all the banana flavor comes from "a very expressive yeast modified to produce a banana flavor." It works.

This beer really continues to get better after allowed to warm. Let it patiently warm if you try.

Roasty rich chocolate (no coffee) with a very nice vanilla to subtle Walnut finish. Mouthfeel is too thin.

Low Category 3. Fun beer - definite chocolate covered banana flavor, and definitely not too sweet. Casita and Incendiary make good beer.

[devildeac]

Delirium Black Barrel Aged (2020); Vintage of Delirium Black Barrel Aged-Huyghe Brewery

"Amber beer matured in oak bourbon barrels for 9 months."

[devildeac]

“Her mileage may vary.”

"Higher quality features, too"

[devildeac]

Wouldn't it be cool if Incendiary made a Collaboration stout with Casita? Well they did...

Bunches & Bunches - Casita Brewing Collab with Incendiary - 8.8 % - Chocolate Covered Banana Stout

Black with usual thin pretty beige head rising up after pour. Dark Chocolate, Vanilla, and lots of Banana on the Nose. And get this - all the banana flavor comes from "a very expressive yeast modified to produce a banana flavor." It works.

This beer really continues to get better after allowed to warm. Let it patiently warm if you try.

Roasty rich chocolate (no coffee) with a very nice vanilla to subtle Walnut finish. Mouthfeel is too thin.

Low Category 3. Fun beer - definite chocolate covered banana flavor, and definitely not too sweet. Casita and Incendiary make good beer.

Sometimes, I *hate* Ymm, Beer.

[richardjackson199]

A teaser from last PM:

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The zoo must have inspired y'all to go with the elephant beer. Always a great choice, and that one sounds fun. So did your day with family!

[Tripping William]

New Anthem Two Tone Hazy IPA

On draft at the local Lowe’s Foods Beer Den. Fanboy sez absolutely delicious. Loads of citrus flavors, mostly in the pineapple vicinity. Well-structured by the hops. Long finish. 7.5% ABV. I’d put IBU’s on the mid 40’s. Three-Three-Sixers should run, not walk, to Peter’s Creek Parkway....

[devildeac]

The zoo must have inspired y'all to go with the elephant beer. Always a great choice, and that one sounds fun. So did your day with family!

We went with the elephant beer last PM; the zoo was today. I'd never heard of/seen a Delirium barrel aged beer and it lived up to the brewery's rep.

[Tripping William]

I like that, too. A lot. Ocean Spray with alcohol.

More to follow. Although I *might* have added some Absolut Juice Apple Edition vodka to the mix. Maybe. Hard to say.

[devildeac]

New Anthem Two Tone Hazy IPA

On draft at the local Lowe’s Foods Beer Den. Fanboy sez absolutely delicious. Loads of citrus flavors, mostly in the pineapple vicinity. Well-structured by the hops. Long finish. 7.5% ABV. I’d put IBU’s on the mid 40’s. Three-Three-Sixers should run, not walk, to Peter’s Creek Parkway...

They must release a new beer every day. Amazing the numbers they produce and the quality they maintain.

[devildeac]

More to follow. Although I *might* have added some Absolut Juice Apple Edition vodka to the mix. Maybe. Hard to say.

I'll never tell...

[Tripping William]

They must release a new beer every day. Amazing the numbers they produce and the quality they maintain.

Yeah, it’s incredible.

[Tripping William]

I'll never tell...

It’s also possible that it’s a delicious combination. Please keep that under your hat, too.

[accfanfrom1970]

Intermingle (2020)

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Belgian Strong Dark Ale
10.4% ABV

Bourbon barrel quadrupel (15 months age) + bourbon barrel barleywine (14 months age) + chardonnay barrel Belgian strong golden ale (4 months age). Family Tree exclusive 4 pack.

Had another today up on the river, previously reviewed. This is another excellent Brian’s Blend without calling it that. Malty up front and the bourbon is forward, sort of a buttery finish I’m assuming is from the Chardonnay. Cat3.

[amusedcupcake]

Would anyone be interested in a Friday evening meetup at Incendiary May 7thish?

Darn. We will be in Arizona, or on a plane returning from Arizona. I think.

[devildeac]

Delirium Barrel Aged-The Huyghe Brewery

Melle/Ghent, Belgium in not local

Credit-younger son in law share last PM; thanks
Style-BBA black ale
Format-75 cl bottle with cork and muselet
Stemware-snifters
Appearance-dark, dark amber with a modest fizzy, lacy head
Nose-bourbon and dark caramel
Mouthfeel-seductive
Tastes-bourbon, dark caramel, vanilla , oak, coconut (not added), char
IBU-22
ABV-11.8%
Overall impression-fabulous pairing with a 12 hour smoked brisket, kale salad with apples and blueberries and 2 cheese homemade mac 'n cheese
Ymm, Beer rating-easy low cat 3 but not quite "full" full enough flavors for the mid level but I'm picking a nit or two here; also a bit spendy at $30 for the bottle