I would really like to try some of the suggestions in this thread but simply cannot. Can anybody recommend a good non-alcoholic beer? Yes I know, there is no such thing, but try anyway.
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I am genuinely sorry, but I can't.
This is because if I am not drinking a beer, or a wine, I will drink mineral water, fruit juice or coffee.
To me, the whole point (or, much of the whole point) of a good beer is the alcohol. I have tasted non-alcoholic beers, and they seemed insipid, to lack that 'special extra element' (namely alcohol), that, when properly blended is what gives beer (or wine) its special flavour.
Back from a wine bar, (a deferred invitation for my birthday which was yesterday), sipping Ripasso with friends, and sampling a well stocked cheese board, there was wine, intelligent and interesting chat, and the Buena Vista Social Club (and later, Ámalie and Manu Chao) on the playlist. What is there not to like?
And now, I am sipping a glass (or two) of Niepoort 20 Year Old Tawny Port .which I have already written about, in almost pornographic detail ..
And now, I am sipping a glass (or two) of Niepoort 20 Year Old Tawny Port .which I have already written about, in almost pornographic detail ..
After having seen mention in this thread somewhere a ways back, I was keenly interested in Founder's Blushing Monk.....and was thrilled to discover today that it is now in stock at my local shop (Total Wine and Beverages) -- so now have a couple of bottles of this chilling in my refrigerator. Tomorrow will be the tasting session and I can hardly wait, as I love anything remotely related to raspberries, and this stuff sounds just deliciousl! Heck, even the name is delightful, isn't it?
Over the weekend found this beer, its a Dutch beer made with a high hop recipt from 1407.
The beer is new on the market, this weekend was the offical start of the outdoor season for bars and cafes.
The beer is new on the market, this weekend was the offical start of the outdoor season for bars and cafes.
I am happily enjoying my first taste of Founder's Blushing Monk -- and it is as delightful as its name! Very nice, distinct raspberry flavor, and while sweet, not cloyingly so. It pours with a beautiful red color and pink/red frothy head. It's truly a pleasurable experience!
When at the shop yesterday I also made an impulse buy of a "Game of Thrones -- Three-eyed Raven" glass chalice. LOL! It comes from Brewery OmmeGang, Cooperstown, NY. A fun little glass! Next time I'm at that shop I'll have to pick up their "Iron Throne" ale.....
When at the shop yesterday I also made an impulse buy of a "Game of Thrones -- Three-eyed Raven" glass chalice. LOL! It comes from Brewery OmmeGang, Cooperstown, NY. A fun little glass! Next time I'm at that shop I'll have to pick up their "Iron Throne" ale.....
Ahh, yes I've seen the cross-promotion beer/tv show phenomenon. I do enjoy that brewery but that bit of marketing left a bad taste...
Well, I hope the chalice is nice though!
If you get a chance to try Short's Soft Parade, you may enjoy. Delightful fruit beer but not cloying.
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Ah.....making a note of Short's Soft Parade.....thanks!
The chalice is nice, a fun alternative to using one of my Stella Artois chalices. I was totally unaware of there being any sort of cross-promotion but that does not surprise me. I just spotted the glass at the store, thought, "oh, how neat," and picked one up. Learned more about the brewery itself and its offerings when I later looked it up online.
What's funny is that I've only ever seen one episode of "Game of Thrones" -- the first one, which I got from iTunes out of curiosity..... I don't have HBO on the TV and I'm not about to spend $40 - $50 each for box sets of the various seasons...... Have to say that I'm a little tempted by the new HBO Go thing, if it meant I could actually watch GOT that way.....not sure I want to go that route, though. I am familiar with at least one song from the show, the intriguing "Rains of Castamere," which I've heard both from the original performers and from Jackie Evancho.
Back to savoring the Blushing Monk...... Good stuff here!
The chalice is nice, a fun alternative to using one of my Stella Artois chalices. I was totally unaware of there being any sort of cross-promotion but that does not surprise me. I just spotted the glass at the store, thought, "oh, how neat," and picked one up. Learned more about the brewery itself and its offerings when I later looked it up online.
What's funny is that I've only ever seen one episode of "Game of Thrones" -- the first one, which I got from iTunes out of curiosity..... I don't have HBO on the TV and I'm not about to spend $40 - $50 each for box sets of the various seasons...... Have to say that I'm a little tempted by the new HBO Go thing, if it meant I could actually watch GOT that way.....not sure I want to go that route, though. I am familiar with at least one song from the show, the intriguing "Rains of Castamere," which I've heard both from the original performers and from Jackie Evancho.
Back to savoring the Blushing Monk...... Good stuff here!
It was your post earlier in this thread, Dythuger, which caught my attention in the first place and set me on the path of watching for Blushing Monk to arrive in this area..... 
I purchased two bottles at the store yesterday, uncertain as to how much I might or might not enjoy it. Now that I've had a taste and know that I definitely like it I will absolutely be returning to the store and picking up some more before it disappears again. They were well-stocked yesterday but of course over time that will change, especially if the brewery decides to stop it again for a while. No problem with buying more and setting some aside for a while to let it gently age......that's a good idea!
I purchased two bottles at the store yesterday, uncertain as to how much I might or might not enjoy it. Now that I've had a taste and know that I definitely like it I will absolutely be returning to the store and picking up some more before it disappears again. They were well-stocked yesterday but of course over time that will change, especially if the brewery decides to stop it again for a while. No problem with buying more and setting some aside for a while to let it gently age......that's a good idea!
What absolutely fantastic names for beers.
Actually, I have to say that I am really impressed - these are the sort of beers I would buy just for the name alone.
And - the taste test: Are they as good as they sound?
Well that explains why I can't find any in CA. I guess I'll have to take some back next time I'm in MI...
It was your post earlier in this thread, Dythuger, which caught my attention in the first place and set me on the path of watching for Blushing Monk to arrive in this area.....
I purchased two bottles at the store yesterday, uncertain as to how much I might or might not enjoy it. Now that I've had a taste and know that I definitely like it I will absolutely be returning to the store and picking up some more before it disappears again. They were well-stocked yesterday but of course over time that will change, especially if the brewery decides to stop it again for a while. No problem with buying more and setting some aside for a while to let it gently age......that's a good idea!
I am glad you enjoyed it. It is a very different beer. So I could see some people not liking it.
Pliney is actually considered one of the best imperial IPAs in the world. Along with its dry hopped brother pliney the younger.
Blushing is a great beer. If you like fruit beers (huge raspberry flavor) with some sourness. I remember it being a tad Better in 2011. Not sure if it was because the bottle I had was aged or my palate is just different 4 years later.
In honor of my dark lord day tickets arriving and my birthday, I decided to have three floyds for dinner. My favorite brewery. And just 2 miles away.
Lamb and currant meatballs. Popcorn with tobasco powder.
Smoked short rib burger
Tempura chicken sandwich with a fried egg.
All washed down with world class beer. Namely Zombie dust and Cimmerian sabortooth beserker.
Thank you for your reply; I'll keep an eye out for Pliney (and, as someone who studied Latin at school, and who still reads books on Roman history and always rather liked Pliney - both of them - this is one drink I would more than happily sample, on recommendation and name alone).
May I take this opportunity of wishing you a happy birthday, and I must say that your spread looks rather appetising. Enjoy.
Absolutely loving the "Blushing Monk" here -- and I will definitely be on the lookout for "Pliny the Elder" next time I'm at the shop where I got the "Blushing Monk"!!!
Aren't the names just delightful?!! I definitely can attest that the taste of the "Blushing Monk" is quite delightful as well......
Yes, I have to say that 'Blushing Monk' would ensnare me, too, in its seductive coils - I could see myself with a hand around the neck of a bottle with such a name.
Actually, in the UK, I have come across a - characteristically splendid - cheese which goes by the wonderfully irresistible moniker of "Stinking Bishop". From the same stable comes another with the almost equally delightful "Cardinal Sin" .
I've come into a bit of luck and happen to have 12 Trappist Westvleteren 12 on the way. If I don't report back with pictures and review, I have died from yums.
Well colour me jealous, that looks like beer heaven.
I'm probably in a minority but I would give the Blushing a big miss, I don't like sweet things, I hate the taste of chocolate.
Pliney is indeed one of the very top IPAs of the world.
A beer I have been longing to lay hands on………rare and wonderful, unusually hard to obtain, and exceptionally highly recommended by Happybunny.
I must see if I can seek it out….
And do, please, give us some detailed tasting notes…...
After some investigation I am coming to realize that probably I'll never get to enjoy Pliny the Elder or Pliny the Younger beers unless I travel to the area in which they are brewed and (usually) dispensed on Draft...... Oh, well, in the meantime I am more than happy with what I can get around here......
As summer is approaching, although we are still in April, I had a glass of St Bernardus Wit beer with a lovely fish dinner tonight.
Delicious.
Delicious.