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    Shipyard Dinner Tonight at Rack’s

    July 19, 2011
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    Tonight at Rack’s Downtown Eatery the beers of Shipyard will be paired up with wonderful dishes from the fine Boca Raton restaurant.  And without any delay here is the menu.

    Course 1: Buffalo Frogs Legs Farmhouse Ranch and Celery Hearts
    paired with Shipyard Brewer’s Brown Ale

    Course 2: Yellow Tomato Salad Butterrmilk Blue Cheese, Arugula and Charred Red Onion Vinaigrette
    paired with Shipyard Summer Ale

    Course 3: New England Fish n Chips Shipyard Battered Cod, Cut Kettle Chips and Malt Vinegar Aioli
    paired with Shipyard Fuggles IPA

    Course 4: Colorado Buffalo Burger, Butter Lettuce, Jalapeno Cream Cheese and Beefsteak Tomato
    paired with Shipyard Imperial Porter

    Dessert: Root Beer Float
    Featuring Capt’n Eli’s Root Beer

    So if you are looking for a good meal with some beers this may be your spot tonight.  It is just $45 plus tax and gratuity for these five meals.  Seating is limited so call 561-395-1662 to make a reservation if you are wanting to go.

    Rack’s Downtown Eatery
    402 Plaza Real
    Boca Raton, FL 33432 

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    Summer Love

    July 14, 2011
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    Name – Summer Love
    Country – United States
    Type – American Blonde Ale

    Obviously summer is in full effect.  A couple days ago was the mid summer classic, the MLB All Star Game, and my Phillies stars had a good showing.  Halladay pitched a perfect 2 innings.  Lee gave up the only AL run but still worked good.  And Hamels, Victorine and Polanco actually showed up to the festivities.  That’s more than some AL shortstops can say.

    So as a bit of a celebration I am reviewing Victory’s Summer Love today.  The label shows all things that you think about when it comes to summer.  It’s got baseball, camping, ice cream, cooking out and more.  And of course with Victory being from right outside Philadelphia this is a tip of the cap to the City of Brotherly Love.  So let’s dive in.

    I pour it into my traditional pint glass and it comes out a very clear yellow color.  There is a very thin white head that is gone pretty quickly.

    The nose is filled with grains and lemon zest.  Hints of orange and a slight grassy smell round it out.

    The taste is a really very similar to the smell.  It’s grainy with some nice citrus notes in there.  Crisp finish.  It’s quite full bodied for a blonde ale as well.

    As I’ve mentioned before I really enjoy a good beer that is perfect for a hot, humid day like we have in Florida all the time.  So this one actually fits that bill perfectly.  It has flavor and body for what many call a dull style.

    I’m actually now thinking that all the images on the label are actually ideas of great things to pair Summer Love with.  It’s great out at a ball game.  Out camping?  Why not bring a sixer along with you.  Slaving over the grill to feed hungry friends and family?  Have a pair of tongs in one hand and this in another.  See they all work.

    So if you like a refreshing beer in this heat or are a sucker for stuff reminding you of your birthplace (I’m both), then Summer Love is a good choice.  Pick some up before the leaves start falling.  Or in Florida when summer just continues into winter, which isn’t really winter but kind of spring.  Oh just go try it.

    Grade – B

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    Calabaza Blanca

    July 12, 2011
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    Name – Calabaza Blanca
    Country – United States
    Type – Witbier

    Well a lot has happened since I’ve reviewed a beer.  Florida has become the laughing stock of the nation again after the Casey Anthony trial.  The Phillies are dominating every team in baseball.  And I’ve decided to pass on GABF this year.  A lot of big things there.

    But I have been having my fair share of beers.  A matter of fact today’s review is from something I drank about 2 weeks ago.  Luckily I take notes on things I want to review for these particular occurrences.

    Today’s review is of Jolly Pumpkin’s Calabaza Blanca.  It is described as a witbier but you know if it’s from Jolly Pumpkin that there is going to be some sour to it.

    I pour it into my Funky Buddha snifter and it arrives a cloudy straw yellow color.  A big white head sits on top of the brew and actually stays around for a good while.

    The nose has a definite Brett funk to it that you expect from Jolly Pumpkin.  This is coupled with aromas of lemon and wheat.

    The taste is great in my opinion.  Lots of lemon with grassy notes.  The Brett can be tasted obviously.  And the finish is dry and crisp.

    Man was this one good.  I really enjoyed the slight sour funk on this classic style.  And weighing in at only 4.8% ABV it’s a great summer time beer.  Pack this bomber and some cups on your next trip to the beach.

    I know Jolly Pumpkin can be a bit difficult for us in South Florida to find.  But we’ve gotten a number of things from them in the past month that we typically don’t get regularly.  So stop by your local beer store of choice and see.  And if they have this one then I say pick it up and enjoy.

    Grade – A

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