Author/ Brewers Dinner

I heard about this event a few days ago and felt I needed to share. There are actually several of these Author/ Brewer Dinners going on, but this is the one I will be at. 

Join Mike Morgan, author "Over-the-Rhine: When Beer Was King" and CEO of Christian Moerlein Brewing Company, Greg Hardman for a scrumptious dinner with beer pairings.

A short introduction will be led by both gentleman taking diners on a historical journey of Cincinnati beer history.

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The beers being served are:
1. Moerlein Northern Liberties IPA
2. Helles
3. OTR
4. Hudepohl Amber Lager
5. Barbarossa Double Dark Lager

Price is $35 per person. Limited space available. For Reservations please call (859) 426-7827

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Stone Smoked Porter Review

The weather is starting to change here in Cincinnati, which for me means it is time to start enjoying more Porters and Stouts! Tonight, I thought it would be good to start with the Stone Smoked Porter.

As one would probably imagine, this porter pours a very dark brown, almost black. There is a nice thick, tan head that goes along with the color of the beer. I smell just a touch of smokiness to this one, just a bit of a bacon smell. I also note a hint of chocolate there as well. The smell is certainly not overwhelming, in fact, it leaves a little bit to be desired. T

As for the taste, it is more flavorful than the smell would lead me to believe. I can definitely taste smokiness in this beer and the chocolate flavor I smelled only compliments it. As I continue to drink, I get taste of coffee on the very back of my palate.

Overall, I like this beer, but I would not go out of my way to find one. This is enjoyable to drink while enjoying a nice fall night.

What are your thoughts? 

World Beer Fest

Well, I have been out the past few weeks, so I have not had a chance to blog for awhile. However, I just came back from the World Beer Fest so I will share my thoughts on that.

If you have not been down to the World Beer Fest, it is a great time. The event usually takes place the first weekend in October and brings in hundreds of brewers and thousands of people. They have live music, plenty of food, class room style sessions to learn about beer, and of course plenty of beer itself.

Most of the beer from the world beerfest comes from the North Carolina area, since the event is held in Durham (there is one in Raleigh too, in the spring) which is a great for me, as I cannot usually get many of these beers back home in Ohio. Just like any beerfest, you have to pace yourself and try only a small percentage of the number of beers avauilable. (trying to drink them all would be impossible). So, I tend to focus on beers I cannot get back home.

It's also a great time, since you can usually get a chance to talk to some of the brewers, despite the large crowd. This year I was able to talk to some of the guys who brew Fullsteam and Roth Beers, which was a great time since they are both fairly new brewers.

I recommend you check this event out. Sadly, I did try so many beers, I am not sure I remember what I had. I should have brought my notebook so I could tell you all about the great beer. Regardless, check this event out.