Back in February, I bought an extra bottle of The Abyss by Deschutes. Originally, this bottle was meant for another. Unfortunately for them, our plans for the exchange fell through repeatedly and we gave up. It was then going to be shared with Wes when he was in town. This one fell through the cracks on a rather busy weekend of drinking. So I was determined to find someone to share this bottle with. I didn’t just find someone, I found many. (more…)
Archive for the ‘Personal’ Category
Into The Abyss
Posted in Personal, Tastings, tagged 90 Minute IPA, Chouffe, Deschutes Brewery, Houblon, Lagunitas Brewing Company, The Abyss on August 24, 2008| Leave a Comment »
A Bit O’ Abita
Posted in Personal, Tastings, tagged Abita Brewing Company, Turbodog on August 19, 2008| 1 Comment »
While I couldn’t make it to the Hopmonk for the Jambalaya Jam, I did take a bike ride on Saturday. What do these things have to do with each other? Let me see if I can fill in the gaps. (more…)
The Beer Drinkers Diet
Posted in Personal on August 10, 2008| 3 Comments »
It’s very cliché to point to a child’s birth as motivation to change unhealthy ways in your life. Well I guess I’m a cliché. I had a bit of a wake up call shortly after my daughters birth, and with a full year having passed, here’s where I stand now. (more…)
This is Why Gambling Rules: Part 1
Posted in Personal, tagged Sweetwater Brewing Company on August 9, 2008| 1 Comment »
If you can’t play, coach. If you can’t play or coach, play fantasy baseball. I play fantasy baseball, and we probably take it more seriously than the game calls for. One example, the placing of wagers on the outcome. (more…)
Two Years and Counting
Posted in Personal on August 5, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Well, two years ago today, at the San Francisco Zoo, my wife and I made a committment to each other and got married. Since then we’ve had our daughter Kaleigh and life has changed dramatically. No beer related activities in the works tonight folks, but I need to take this time to tell my wife that I love her. I love you Jen. Happy Anniversary. Here’s to many more.
The Session #18: Happy Anniversary
Posted in Personal, Tastings, tagged He'Brew Lenny R.I.P.A. on August 1, 2008| Leave a Comment »
It’s the first Friday of the month, which means it’s time for The Session. This session we tackle the topic of anniversary brews, those once a year specialties where brewers get to show off what they’re made of. This month’s session is being hosted by Ray at The Barley Blog, so make sure to check out his site. (more…)
Rats in the Attic: Mixed Feelings
Posted in Homebrewing, Personal, tagged Rats in the Attic on July 30, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Back in May I bottled my most recent homebrew, Rats in the Attic Pale Ale. This is my favorite homebrew recipe. it’s flavorful, got a lot of hops, and carries quite a kick. Unfortunately, something has gone wrong this time. (more…)
We Survived: Friday Night
Posted in Personal, Tastings, tagged Brown Shugga, Celebration Ale, CoCoNut Porter, Old Stock Ale, Stone XI, Yeti Imperial Stout on July 28, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Wes came, he saw, he drank, he left. The beer list wasn’t what we had initially expected, but it was impressive no less. We visited some good places, ate some good food and had a good time all around. Here’s a quick look back on what went down. (more…)
Went For A Walk
Posted in Personal, Tastings, tagged Flavor Bistro, Lagunitas Brewing, Moonlight Brewing, Russian River Brewing, Sweet Spot Pub & Grill on July 27, 2008| 1 Comment »
With Wes in town for the weekend, we had to make sure he had a chance to experience the Santa Rosa beer scene, and the best way to do that was to do my Santa Rosa beer walk. (more…)
Brewed for Thought 
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