There’s absolutely no place like Florida in the dead of winter. I mean honestly, who doesn’t love mowing their lawn in late December? I spent all day Sunday working up a good sweat while trying out my new backpack leaf blower. Once I finished the migrant worker routine, I fired up the grill and cracked open an Abita Turbodog. Turbodog wasn’t quite what I had expected.
When you brew as many different beers as Sam Adams does, you’re bound to miss the mark at least once in a while. Sammy’s brewers were definitely reaching with this one. Yes I know it won an award or two in Denver. But none-the-less, this beer tastes like a weak stout after you brush your teeth. Don’t get me wrong, I’m usually a big fan of Sam Adams’ different brews. But you definitely won’t see me at Publix throwin’ down $8.69 for a sixer of this ugly redheaded whore.
Shit-faced drunk for less than $3. That’s probably the easiest way to sum up the genius that is Steel Reserve. I can imagine the birth of this wonderful high-gravity lager right now.
“Hey boss?…What is it Johnson? Boss I have a great idea for a new beer…..Ok Johnson, I’m listening. Let’s make a lager and let it ferment for 28 days until it has an alcohol content so high that only the most seasoned drinkers can handle it.” The boss ponders this, slams his fist on the desk and bellows, “Goddammit Johnson! That’s the best idea I’ve heard all day! I’m making you Vice President of Cool.
I absolutely love a good Black and Tan. However, it’s hard to find a bartender that can actually pour it right. The only option is to make one yourself. The problem is Black and Tan’s are made up of two beers that are pretty expensive unless you buy them in bulk at Sam’s Club. It’s the classic “catch 22.” Drink shitty $5 B&T’s at the bar or spend a fortune making them yourself at home.
They say necessity is the mother of invention. Or is it curiosity is the mother of invention? Either way, last night it was necessary that I have a B&T. The only problem was that I didn’t have all the ingredients for a traditional B&T. What I did have was three Natty Lights, two 24 oz Steel Reserves and a blatant disregard for my own well being. Oh, and of course curiosity.
Maybe it’s because I just finished reviewing Longboard Island Lager which scored great reviews, but I just wasn’t that impressed with Tiger Lager Beer. Whereas Longboard’s taste was bold and memorable, Tiger was flat out boring. Keep in mind that I didn’t say Tiger is a bad beer—just boring. If you’re looking for something fun and interesting—a beer to get people talking, I would maybe try something with a little more taste to it.
