The Drunk Pirate

Sam Adams Irish Red

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 [...]

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Steel Reserve

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 [...]

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Poor Man’s Black and Tan

Image Credit 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 [...]

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Tiger Lager Beer

Image Credit 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 [...]

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Longboard Island Lager

Image Credit Ah Longboard Island Lager. Let me just say what a great name for a beer. Puts me in just the right mindset–I can just imagine myself sitting on a beach somewhere, beer in hand with my feet propped up, without a care in the world. Full Disclosure: I’m writing this post at the [...]

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