Beer Reviews
by Tyler Makmell [tyler@slugmag.com]
Issue 239 / November 2008 More from this Issue
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The Germans know their shit when it comes to beer. When U.S. brewers make beersstyled off of these age-tested brews, it proves their skilled abilities in the art of craftbrewing. Lucky for us, we have the best damn brewers in the nation to front this killerGerman styling.
Roggen Rock
Brewery: RedRock
Abv: 4 r>Average Price: $ 4.50
Size: Pint / Growler / Pitcher
Rating: ****
Description: This rye beer comes off thetap in a deep straw color with a flawlesswhite head. The aromatics are subtle andso is the beer itself. There are hints of ryecharacteristics, yeasty fruit and some verysoft hop characteristics. The taste revealsvery light amounts of rye spiciness, with a grassy hop and fruity undertone thatmake this a very easy drinking brew.
Overview: Cast these brewers in bronze and we’ll see if we cannot replace theangel Moroni with them. In all seriousness, the rye beer is seldom seen nowadays,so if you want a decent representation of the style, check this guy out. And if youhave not yet gotten your fix of the German-styled ales, be sure to hit up RedRock’slocations as soon as you read this because they currently feature a whole line-up ofquality German brews.
Where to Find: Only on tap at RedRock locations on a rotating release.
Monkey’s Dunkel
Brewery: Squatters
Abv: 4 r>Price: $ 5.00
Size: Pint/ Growler / Pitcher
Rating: ****
Description: This brew pours off the tap in a deepamber color with ruby highlights and an off-white headthat recedes pretty fast. What’s left is a magnificent brewthat has a rich, malty aroma paired with small amountsof roasty chocolate and butter. The flavor reflects maltysweet tones, lightly roasted hints and finishes dry withnext to no hop characteristics.
Overview: From the mind of Jason Stock, assistantbrewer to Jenny Talley at Squatters, this is his firstrecipe to be launched under the Squatters label. I amstoked to see anything else that Stock wants to throwat us. Cheers, Jason! This brew is a keeper for sure, and will taste killer with anysmoked dish.
Where to Find: This is only found at Squatters locations on tap. (Limited release)
All the Way Alt
Brewery: Desert Edge Brewery
Abv: 4 r>Price: $ 3.75
Size: Pint / Growler / Pitcher
Rating: ****
Description: This brew pours deep amber, almost chestnut in color, with amedium sized head that recedes quickly. Similar to the taste, the aroma has a lotof sweet malts and a roasty undertone that leads into a lemony hop aroma. Withsubdued hop bitterness, and the lightest amount of roasty characters, this beermakes itself a ridiculously smooth drink.
Overview: This alt has proved to be one of my new favorites to come out of ThePub, and their beers seem to constantly improve. A new edition to Desert Edge,Dave Watson is showing only to be a complement to Brewmaster Chris Haas’team. As a recent update, this brew just took a bronze medal at the Great AmericanBeer Festival. Cheers, guys!
Where to Find: This is only available at Desert Edge Brewery, so get your assdown there.
Roggen Rock
Brewery: RedRock
Abv: 4 r>Average Price: $ 4.50
Size: Pint / Growler / Pitcher
Rating: ****
Description: This rye beer comes off thetap in a deep straw color with a flawlesswhite head. The aromatics are subtle andso is the beer itself. There are hints of ryecharacteristics, yeasty fruit and some verysoft hop characteristics. The taste revealsvery light amounts of rye spiciness, with a grassy hop and fruity undertone thatmake this a very easy drinking brew.
Overview: Cast these brewers in bronze and we’ll see if we cannot replace theangel Moroni with them. In all seriousness, the rye beer is seldom seen nowadays,so if you want a decent representation of the style, check this guy out. And if youhave not yet gotten your fix of the German-styled ales, be sure to hit up RedRock’slocations as soon as you read this because they currently feature a whole line-up ofquality German brews.
Where to Find: Only on tap at RedRock locations on a rotating release.
Monkey’s Dunkel
Brewery: Squatters
Abv: 4 r>Price: $ 5.00
Size: Pint/ Growler / Pitcher
Rating: ****
Description: This brew pours off the tap in a deepamber color with ruby highlights and an off-white headthat recedes pretty fast. What’s left is a magnificent brewthat has a rich, malty aroma paired with small amountsof roasty chocolate and butter. The flavor reflects maltysweet tones, lightly roasted hints and finishes dry withnext to no hop characteristics.
Overview: From the mind of Jason Stock, assistantbrewer to Jenny Talley at Squatters, this is his firstrecipe to be launched under the Squatters label. I amstoked to see anything else that Stock wants to throwat us. Cheers, Jason! This brew is a keeper for sure, and will taste killer with anysmoked dish.
Where to Find: This is only found at Squatters locations on tap. (Limited release)
All the Way Alt
Brewery: Desert Edge Brewery
Abv: 4 r>Price: $ 3.75
Size: Pint / Growler / Pitcher
Rating: ****
Description: This brew pours deep amber, almost chestnut in color, with amedium sized head that recedes quickly. Similar to the taste, the aroma has a lotof sweet malts and a roasty undertone that leads into a lemony hop aroma. Withsubdued hop bitterness, and the lightest amount of roasty characters, this beermakes itself a ridiculously smooth drink.
Overview: This alt has proved to be one of my new favorites to come out of ThePub, and their beers seem to constantly improve. A new edition to Desert Edge,Dave Watson is showing only to be a complement to Brewmaster Chris Haas’team. As a recent update, this brew just took a bronze medal at the Great AmericanBeer Festival. Cheers, guys!
Where to Find: This is only available at Desert Edge Brewery, so get your assdown there.
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