The beer thread

[Strank]

I live in Milwaukee so it's an unwritten local law to drink Miller.

[Beatnik]

It's a little late now, but if you can still find Anchor Brewery's (they make Anchor Steam) Christmas Ale - BUY IT. It's definitely one of the top 5 beers I've ever had.

[derdmeh]

Originally Posted by Beatnik

It's a little late now, but if you can still find Anchor Brewery's (they make Anchor Steam) Christmas Ale - BUY IT. It's definitely one of the top 5 beers I've ever had.

a friend of mine who brews beer tried that Anchor and said, "now I don't have to brew beer anymore, because the perfect beer has been made." I've still got a sixpack in the fridge.

personally, Pilsner Urquell is my favorite after I've had a workout and need to re-hydrate.

I'm interested in trying Cantillon Lambic since someone somewhere said that it was to beer what Laphroaig is to scotch, which is the same as saying "you have no choice but to try it."

mind you, i like a strong, challenging taste experiences

[Mulligunz]

Originally Posted by derdmeh

a friend of mine who brews beer tried that Anchor and said, "now I don't have to brew beer anymore, because the perfect beer has been made." I've still got a sixpack in the fridge

That's funny....I thought that about Drop Top by Widmer Bros.

For those who mentioned liking German beers...have you tried Hacker Pschorr? Had it a couple of times and really liked it.

[shakeyjake]

1) Pacifico
2) Yuengling
3)Modelo

[derdmeh]

Originally Posted by shakeyjake

1) Pacifico
2) Yuengling
3)Modelo

Yuengling, the beer of gods.

You can walk into any bar in PA and ask for "a lager"; they should give you a Yuengling without asking any questions (if they know who they are and what they're about). Outside of PA, no go.

Shakey, you like some hmmmm beer, my friend. And that's coming from someone who drank Yuengling exclusively for 5 years. I salute you. really.

of course, you may disagree with my estimation of your beer, but i'm hoping you agree and take pride.

[Beatnik]

We had a keg of Yuengling and bottles of Wittekerke and Hoegaarden (both fine fine Belgian Whites) at my brother's new years eve party. Those beers + Tequila = very silly Beatnik.

When we picked up the keg, the cute middle-aged Cuban checkout lady said "Ay, poppy you guys got a keg of the Jing-a-ling?!" So of course for the rest of the weekend everyone was pounding "the Jing-a-ling".

[derdmeh]

Originally Posted by Beatnik

the cute middle-aged Cuban checkout lady said "Ay, poppy you guys got a keg of the Jing-a-ling?!" So of course for the rest of the weekend everyone was pounding "the Jing-a-ling".

that, obviously, is completely awesome

[Mulligunz]

Hey Jake...I see you list Modelo....Negra Modelo is some of the finest Mexican brew....dark but very smooth. Ohhhh so good with Mexican food (of course California has the best Mexican food so I feel sorry for the rest of you guys)

[shakeyjake]

Originally Posted by derdmeh

Yuengling, the beer of gods.



Shakey, you like some hmmmm beer, my friend. And that's coming from someone who drank Yuengling exclusively for 5 years. I salute you. really.

of course, you may disagree with my estimation of your beer, but i'm hoping you agree and take pride.

I agree 100%.
The sick irony of it is: they don't sell it in Arkansas. I had to have a friend bring it in from North Carolina when he came into town and I've been out for over a year

[shakeyjake]

Originally Posted by MULLIGUNZ

Hey Jake...I see you list Modelo....Negra Modelo is some of the finest Mexican brew....dark but very smooth. Ohhhh so good with Mexican food (of course California has the best Mexican food so I feel sorry for the rest of you guys)

Yep it's great beer. When I'm in the mood for a darker Cerveza I'll go with it, otherwise I drink Pacifico with Mexican chow.

[shakeyjake]

If you like strong German beers, Dinkle Acker is a great one.

[aculle01]

Shakey, Yuengling has distributors in Alabama if you are willing to take a little road trip. I was actually surprised at how popular it is down here, Florabama. I thought it was just a Pennsylvania/New Jersey/Delaware phenomenon when I was at Villanova. Also, for those who enjoy light beers Yuengling Light Lager might just be the best light beer (lager) out there.

[El_Gringo_Grande]

Originally Posted by perry

Old Speckled Hen is a favorite as is Pilsner Urquell. Normally, just plain ole Budweiser will make me happy though.

Originally Posted by Mateo

Wow. Some good beers in this thread.

Warsteiner
Old Speckled Hen
Grolsch
Pilsner Urquell
Boddingtons
Guiness

Have already been mentioned.

Fullers ESB
Stella Artois
Duvel
Chimay
Negro Modelo

Have not.

And Irish Carbombs are, well, the bomb! We had to negotiate to get them the last time, since the bartender said they broke too many glasses that way. Wonderful drink though: like a very potent chocolate milkshake.

Originally Posted by derdmeh

a friend of mine who brews beer tried that Anchor and said, "now I don't have to brew beer anymore, because the perfect beer has been made." I've still got a sixpack in the fridge.

personally, Pilsner Urquell is my favorite after I've had a workout and need to re-hydrate.

I'm interested in trying Cantillon Lambic since someone somewhere said that it was to beer what Laphroaig is to scotch, which is the same as saying "you have no choice but to try it."

mind you, i like a strong, challenging taste experiences

Another vote for Pilsner Urquell. Bought some today and like it bunches.

[Beatnik]

Not sure if anyone outside of Texas can get it yet, but Real Ale Fireman's #4 has been a local favorite in bars for at least a couple years now, and they finally started bottling the stuff. It's a blonde ale, a bit hoppy but nowhere near as much as an IPA. It's a beautiful beer.