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Silent Sunday or: The Return

25 Sunday Feb 2018

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So, The BCPF and I didn’t go to Underdog Records this weekend because we were up in the mountains with The Beer Dads crew, at least most of them. We were missing one couple that has become part of the family. That was a shame but we had a fantastic time up in Asheville. Keep an eye out for The Man Who Ate the Town blog and podcast this week because I’ll be talking about one restaurant, in particular, Cúrate (pronounced coo-rah-tay).

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The Beer Dads group in front of Sierra Nevada’s Asheville facility. “Malt” Disney World.

 

We were in Asheville and that really means one thing: Beer! We visited Sierra Nevada and DANG! that was as someone called “Malt” Disney World. Once you get past the regular pale ale, you get some fantastic brews. Man… That was amazing and it was so beautiful a location, spot, and facility. Unless you go there, you’ll never understand the attraction. I wouldn’t have either. We also visited French Broad Brewery. That was more “our speed.” A little hole in the wall that was like Hoots but with less “class.” The brews were good, there.

We also made our way to Wedge Brewing down around the River Arts District. And after eating a decent meal at Twisted Laurel, we walked down to Wicked Weed‘s brewpub and tap room. We wanted to go to the Funkatorium but we were done. Not a single beer that I had yesterday was under 8%. So, I was tapping out. And, we were back in the room and in bed by 10pm (even before).

Tonight, we’re having more homegrown flavors. The Beer Dads are going to Willows for the Willows/Wise Man Beer Dinner. I think I’ll be off beer except for Wednesday until next week. Tonight, though, is guaranteed to be awesome. I mean, Wise Man and Chefs Travis and Brent. C’mon. We’ve won and we’ve not even gotten there, yet. I’ll be writing/talking about that, this week, as well. Stay tuned!

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“Cúrate is a celebration of traditional Spanish cuisine. If you have ever visited Spain, Cúrate’s menu will transport you back to the country of flamenco, olives, almonds, and sherry. If you’ve never been to Spain, Cúrate will introduce you to the country’s lively tapas bar tradition of small plate dining on foods flavored with a touch of sherry, or perhaps smoky paprika, and always the choicest olive oil.” – Cúrate

Oktoberfest Festbier or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

06 Wednesday Sep 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents Oktoberfest Festbier 2017 from Sierra Nevada Brewing, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.

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Sierra Nevada Brewing. Lately, their stuff is knocking my socks off. My favorite beer of the summer is Sidecar, the orange pale and now, coming off this week’s The Less Desirables, I really dig this Oktoberfest. I’m a big fan of fall beers that aren’t pumpkin based and this is no different. You’re asking, “how do you already know?” And the answer is that I’m writing this later Wednesday night, after I’ve already had it. It’s malty and has a great color. It can stand directly behind Spaten and Paulaner, the two world-famous Oktoberfest brews (Spaten being the first tapped in Munich for the actual Oktoberfest). It’s great stuff. It’s 6.1%ABV.

BeerAdvocate has it rated at 89 (Very Good) with no Bros Score. Untappd has it at 3.76 caps out of 5. Have you had it? What did you think? If you’ve not tried it or just have a hankering for more, head to City Bev and tell them this is the beer of the week. Pick up your sixer and get 5% off your order. Tune in to see what Danielle and I thought of it. Caitlin was off for the night and our guest, Doug, had to run after the conversation part.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“Each year, we partner with a different German brewer to explore the roots of Germany’s famous Oktoberfest beers. This year, we’re collaborating with Germany’s Brauhaus Miltenberger, whose approach to the classic style we’ve long admired. The result is a festival beer true to their style—deep golden in color with deceptively rich malt flavor and balanced by traditional German-grown whole-cone hops.” – Sierra Nevada

 

Sidecar Pale Ale or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

31 Wednesday May 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents Sidecar Orange Pale Ale from Sierra Nevada, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.

I’ve been digging the orange-flavored stuff that I’ve had lately and other than their regular Pale Ale, which I think lacks any real substance, I like Sierra Nevada’s stuff. So, I’m hoping the orange in this is noticeable. Spencer said it was good stuff, so I’m going to go on that. It’s 5.3%, so it’s just above sessionable.

BeerAdvocate has it at 84 (Good) with no Bros. Score. Untappd has it at 3.5 caps out of 5. RateBeer has it at 74, both Overall and in Style. Have you had it? What did you think? If you’ve not had it, or you just have a hankering for more, head to City Beverage and pick up your sixer. Tell them we sent you and that this is the beer of the week, and you’ll get 5% off your order. Tune in later tonight or early tomorrow and see what Caitlin, Danielle, Bethany and I think of it.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“Pale Ale has always been our passion, and its legendary citrus-heavy hop flavors inspired us to go down a different path.” – Sidecar Orange Pale Ale carton.

Celebration 2016 or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

11 Wednesday Jan 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents Celebration 2016: Fresh Hop IPA from Sierra Nevada, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.unnamed

Sierra Nevada, it’s hard to go wrong with that. They’ve been around a long time, they’ve proven their worth. I’m not the biggest fan of their pale ale and we know how I feel about IPAs but this is their winter deal and we’ll see how it goes. I have probably had this, even on the show, before but this is the 2016 version and as we know about seasonals, they change every year, however subtle that change may be. I admire Sierra Nevada, though, for their determination to the craft. Kudos.

BeerAdvocate rates it at 93 (Outstanding) with a Bros Score of 97 (World-Class), wow. Untappd has it at 3.89 caps out of 5. RateBeer has it at 98 in Style and 98 Overall. Again, wow. Let’s hope it lives up to this hype!

Have you tried it? What did you think? If you haven’t or if you just have a hankering for more, head on down to City Beverage to get your sixer. Hurry, though, supplies are limited. Tell them it’s the beer of the week and get 5% off your order. Tune in to hear what Caitlin, Danielle, Scott and I think of it.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“A special ale for the holidays, Celebration IPA features the first hops of the growing season. This pioneering ale is full of complex flavors and aromas from the generous use of whole-cone American hops.” – Celebration carton