Colorado Beer Reviews
This rocky state has more than mountains: it’s got tons of great craft brews.
by Taylor Birkey | American Pale Ale (APA), Colorado, Mug, New Belgium Brewing Inc., Pint Glass, United States |
Mighty Arrow Pale Ale is a seasonal APA brewed and bottled by New Belgium Brewing in Fort Collins, Colorado. The one I’m reviewing tonight comes in the 12 oz. brown bottle with the signature New Belgium band around the neck. I picked this one up as a single...
by Tom Smillie | American Strong Ale, Avery Brewing Company, Colorado, English Barley Wine, Mug, Pint Glass, Snifter, United States, Wine Glass, Wood-Aged Beers |
I must admit, I’ve never had a beer produced by Avery Brewing Co. Adhering to the philosophy of “go big, or go home” I thought sampling one of their Demon series oak-aged ales seemed appropriate. These beers are big crafty devils that boast high ABVs and intense...
by Tom Smillie | American IPA, Colorado, Mug, New Belgium Brewing Inc., Pint Glass, United States |
I was going to write a review, but then I found this video on New Belgium’s website which pretty much sums it up. I’ll give ‘em some mad props for creativity and introducing a new beer into their lineup. It looks as though NB is going with a new packaging scheme which...
by Tom Smillie | Colorado, Left Hand Brewing Company, Pint Glass, Russian Imperial Stout, Snifter, United States |
Well, life sure has a way of sneaking up on you. I did not realize that it has been close to two weeks since my last review. I am attempting to take control of the financial aspect of my life which has found me enrolled in a class offered through my church. The down...
by Tom Smillie | Colorado, English Bitter (ESB) / Pale Ale, Left Hand Brewing Company, Mug, Pint Glass, United States |
Sawtooth! Two things come to mind. A freak shark with teeth that mangle prey or the giant two-person saw used to fell trees. Quite frankly, I’m out of words for the day as I already used my allotted share and I have other matters on the mind. Fortunately, drinking...
by Taylor Birkey | American IPA, Colorado, Left Hand Brewing Company, Mug, Pint Glass, United States |
Left Hand’s Warrior IPA is a seasonal IPA that is only brewed one time a year and features Colorado-grown whole-flower Cascades and Warriors, as well as varieties from their own estate and contributions from their local area. This IPA is a communal effort, which...