Mike Loves Beer -

Lagunitas IPA

September 21, 2008

Name – Lagunitas IPA
Country – United States
Type – IPA

Appearance – A rich gold to slightly amber color with a nice white head that stuck around a good amount.

Smell – A faint hoppy smell with a hint of pine.

Taste – I have to say that between the two bottles I had of it there were completely different tastes in each. The first bottle had a slightly hoppy taste but not over powering at all and a very smooth and clean finish. The second bottle however seem very strong with a taste of pine spices. It had a bad after taste that kind of left me with a cringe.

I try to always taste two bottles of whatever I review just to make sure the taste is consistent between both. This was the first time I can recall such a difference between bottles. The first one overall was good and I enjoyed it. The second just did not taste right to me. Even compared with strong IPAs it just was a very bad taste that it left in my mouth. This unfortunately will bring my score on it down and probably turn me off from wanting to have it again.

Overall Grade – D

Spaten Oktoberfest

September 17, 2008

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Name – Spaten Oktoberfest
Country – Germany
Type – Marzen

Appearance – A deep amber color with a small white head that disappeared quickly.

Smell – A sweet malty smell that is very pleasant.

Taste – A nice blend of sweet malts. Minimal hops. Smooth aftertaste.

This was the first Spaten I ever had a few years ago but couldn’t remember which one it was until tonight. Upon the first smell I knew immediately it was the one. The beer is incredibly smooth and a nice sweet taste. Is by far the best Oktoberfest brew I have tried so far.

Overall Grade – A

Leinenkugel’s Berry Weiss

September 17, 2008

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Name -Leinenkugel Berry Weiss
Country – United States
Type -Fruit Beer

Appearance – A clear purple-reddish beer. When poured from a bottle produces a thick pink foam. I have had this beer on tap and no head was visible.

Smell -Very berry and sweet. The smell is a combination of honey, raspberry, and blackberry.

Taste -This is one of my most favorite beers. I have been enjoying it for a long time, but have never reviewed it before. It has a very sweet light berry flavor and is not for everyone. It is not very strong, but is great in any occasion. Has a perfect amount of carbonation. Would recommend that everyone try this beer once.

I will be review the rest of the Leinenkugel family soon. They have just released their own version of Octoberfest.

Overall Grade– A+