United States Beer Reviews
Although beer existed in the United States from its birth (and before), it wasn’t until Prohibition that the state of beer in America was truly united. Today, the United States is arguably the world’s most important beer market, where brewers enjoy the most freedom to practice and advance their craft. The market is a true melting pot of brewing styles and traditions, and the beer community is as vibrant as it is diverse. While things really got started during and as a result of the Prohibition Era (1919-1933), fermented drinks pre-date the country’s founding in 1776. Hailed as a land of opportunity, huge macrobrewing enterprises like AB InBev and MillerCoors co-exist alongside a growing number of small craft beer companies. A country built by immigrants, America has heavy European brewing influences. The number of influential breweries are too great to number, and the list continues to evolve as independent brewers push innovation in the craft and give the world more and more interesting lagers and ales to explore.
Great Divide Belgian-style Yeti
Just when I thought I was done with my Yeti collection, Great Divide went and brewed a fifth. My bottle, brewed on June 17 2011, met my lips the night of September 19th the same year and I will not be the same again. I figure the malt bill is exactly the same laying...
Ale Asylum Contorter Porter
The cool crisp nights are returning here to the Chicagoland area and after a hard day in the office I decided to unwind with a brew fit for just the occasion. Ale Asylum makes some great beers and this one is no exception. I bought a six pack of this beer in...
Port Brewing Anniversary Ale
Had this beast of a beer last year at the Bavarian Lodge and loved it. I’ll tell you right now, this thing might as well be a double/imperial IPA even thought Port calls it a Strong APA. The ABV is definitely up there and it is hoppy as all get out. Released...
Cape Ann Fisherman’s Pumpkin Stout
I’ve been to Gloucester (not pronounced how someone from the Midwest would think) and taken in it’s salt sea air. If you didn’t know it was a fishing town one whiff of the processing factories and boats would sure clue you in. The is also made...