A 4th Fest Bender

Here's the 4th Fest rundown...

Started off with a beer I didn't get to try while in San Fran. BIG MISTAKE! Def hitting this brewery up if I'm ever there again. I'm proud to present to you the finest beer I've ever drank from a can, 21st Amendment Brewery's Brew Free of Die IPA.



I'm not a big fan of IPA's, but this 7.0% ABV golden brew is a treat for anybody's taste buds. I recommend this brew to any beer connoisseur.

Next in line, Southern Tier IPA.



Did I say I'm not a fan of IPA's? I'm eating my words. I first had this beer at a brew fest a couple months ago. Big fan, never heard of Southern Tier before then. That led me to try Phin & Matt's which I would say is my favorite of their beers. I'd place IPA at a close 2nd. I'm looking forward to trying 2XIPA. Hopefully Wegman's carries it. I'm so happy they now sell beer, they're the next best thing since Walmart. (Yes I know, it was hot and sunny this weekend, so my neck is a little red)

Unfortunately, I didn't get to have a full bottle of this next beer, just a VERY large sip :-) screw you Nate! Rope Swing Pilsner by Red Hook



This was the first Red Hook beer I've tried. What did I think? Let's just say I'll be heading to Wegmans soon to pick up some more...

The last of the bottled beer for the evening, before drinking shitty beer from a keg commenced... Sam Adams Blackberry Witbier



Nothing terribly special about this beer. Def my favorite of Sam Adams fruity beers. Not a beer I'd choose for a night filled with drinking, unless maybe I was a chick.

That's it for tonight everyone, drink responsibly and Happy Birthday America!

Belgian BBQ

4 new beers for the weekend. BBQ with some Europeans, and they always bring good beer to the table. 1st stop, Wegmans to pick up a 4-pack of 3 Philosophers by Ommegang. $15 for the 4. Quite expensive for 4 beers you may think, but it only takes 4 of this 9.8% ABV beer to kick your ass. Next to Mad Elf, def a new favorite. A very thick beer, but doesn't have an overpowering hoppy taste.



Unfortunately, while I was enjoying the 1st two 3 Philosophers, some tardy physicist interns showed up to the party and helped themselves to the remaining 2 while I was distracted. I was quite angry at first, but if it weren't for them, I wouldn't have 3 other beers to share with you. P.S. I am still pissed!

Next beer on the docket:



This Belgian Pale Ale weighs in at 6.6% ABV. Not the best pale ale I've had, but it was very smooth. Makes for a very nice relaxing beer. My anger is residing. Obviously I'm starting to get drunk...

3 beers down, 2 to go...



Another one of my favorites. I first had Summer Bright Ale out in CO 2 years ago. Excellent beer. Can't believe I forgot about it, and SOOOO happy that Wegmans sells it. Looks like I'll be making another trip there very soon.

Last of the new beers, Whirlwind Belgian Ale by Victory.



Def not a favorite. It doesn't help that the beer was warm when I drank it. The only reason it went down as easy as it did was because I was drunk. This beer won't be getting close to my pallet again any time in the near future.

Last beer of the night:



Until next time, stay thirsty my friends...

Warm Blue Moon = Skunk in a bottle

Came to the realization tonight that when Blue Moon gets warm, it tastes like the stink that comes out of a skunks behind. That led me to drink faster and more of them. Quite drunk off the 5.4% alcohol beer. Great night. Would probably pay $3 for a Blue Moon.

Menu for tonight:

Not my favorite, but a good beer none-the-less...

Favorite Beer

As Dyke and Mike already know, Mad Elf by Troegs is my absolute favorite beer. Not only does 3 bottles of it knock you on your ass, but it tastes great too. Not many people like a beer so thick you can cut it with a knife, but its holiday flavor makes it a hoppy yuletide favorite. Unfortunately for most, Mad Elf is a seasonal beer, so it's only around for a couple of months. I'm fortunate enough to have a bar located in my small hometown that serves this liquid gold on tap 10 months out of the year. That bar is the Batdorf (batdorfrestaurant.com) located in Annville PA.



For a town that could fit on Penn State's campus, this bar has quite the beer selection and has a huge nightly turnout from neighboring townsmembers. Prices are reasonable, food is good, atmosphere is relaxing, and the beer never stops flowing. So, if you're ever in the area, I highly suggest checking it out.