Berkshire Brewing Company Coffee House Porter

Ok, you are thinking what is up with a Groot Pumpkin and no Pumpkin beer? Well this fall was great for Pumpkin beers, but I am moving on to something a little darker and earthier ... in other words Groot approved! This is my first beer from Berkshire Brewing Company from South Deerfield, MA. I was taken back by this Porter.  Incredible chocolate aroma and flavor! The coffee is mild, so don't stray away from this beer if you are not a big coffee fan. This porter has a slightly sweet finish which to me makes this porter better than most that I have ever had.  If you would like to find out about more beers from New England, check out this blog site - Hoptitude.com  These guys have an awesome site and can direct you to the craft beer gems of the Northeast.

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S'Mores Me

Imagine getting a whiff of graham cracker, chocolate, and marsh mellow.  You are thinking from a campfire right? I'm not ... I am talking about the New Holland Brewing S'mores Bourbon Barrel Stout from their reserve series. One thing about a stout and especially about an imperial stout, let this beer warm up. Once it hits about 50 - 55 degrees, all of the aroma and taste really start to happen. I am a big fan of Dragon's Milk and this version doesn't disappoint. I love the graham cracker taste on the front end and the big imperial, boozey finish. Just to warn you this one is very rare to find. A good friend of mine got me one to sample. Happy hunting!

Splish Splash is the Answer to Summertime Fun

Splish Splash from Infusion brings back memories of summertime splash fights in the pool. This tart cherry wheat beer is so refreshing on a hot summer's day.  The other thing that is awesome is now you can get Splish Splash in cans! This is great for the pool, beach, picnic, outdoor theater, and any other summertime fun place. If you get a chance to try this, I think you will find it as refreshing as I do.

Prairie Pride Islander Porter

Photo from Prairie Pride Brewer website

This weekend I was at Benson Beer Fest and got to meet one of Nebraska's newest breweries - Prairie Pride Brewing Co.   From my favorites list of the event, the Islander Porter was definitely my favorite new local beer that I had.   This porter is so smooth with a nice combination of chocolate malt and the right amount of coconut flavor.   If you are a fan of porters and stouts then you need to make sure to get your hands on this one soon!

https://www.prairiepridebrewery.com/

Infusion - Chocolate Pistachio Milk Porter

This eloquent, rich chocolate porter with it's notes of coffee flavor is a favorite any time of the year.  The silky smooth finish makes it a great session beer or even for desert.   I would rather skip chocolate cake any day if I can have a pint of this gem!

The Lord Of Ord

This amazing Imperial Stout is definitely a work of art and could be put on the mantle. The impressive mixture of dark malts and barrel aging creates a immense about of chocolate and coffee flavor. This imperial comes in at 12.6% ABV and is one to enjoy every sip!  Great job Scratchtown Brewing Company - adding another awesome beer to the Sandhill's Finest growing list!