Lupulin Libations

The name says it all.

Lupulin glands are the tiny little yellow pockets of goodness in a hop cone that contain some essential ingredients for aroma and flavor in beer.

A libation is an alcoholic beverage, and of course beer fits into that category.

Lupulin Libations is dedicated to everything beer. I offer you a chance to have an experience with beer through my organized tasting sessions.

Monday, October 15, 2012

Beer Brief #29 - Rye on Rye

 
Brewery - Boulevard Brewing Company, Kansas City, Missouri

Beer - Rye on Rye (2012 vintage, Bottle No. 9831)
Style - 33% ryewine blended with 67% ryewine aged in rye whiskey barrels
ABV - 11%

IBUs - 47

Color - Reddish brown with a tan head
Aroma - Caramel rolls, earthy spice, whiskey, hint of pear?
Flavor - Toffee, brown sugar, touch of coffee roast, rye bread, balancing bitterness
Verdict - Ryewine and tasty whiskey barrels make for a very tasty combination that will kick your butt if you're not careful!

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Beer Brief #28 - Horny Devil

 
Brewery - AleSmith Brewing Company, San Diego, California

Beer - Horny Devil
Style - Belgian Strong Ale brewed with coriander
ABV - 11%

Color - Hazy orange with an off-white head
Aroma - Lemon, apricot, cotton candy, pear, white pepper
Flavor - Cotton candy, bubble gum, clementine citrus, honey, slightly tart apple, touch of alcohol, peppery spice
Verdict - The aroma on this brew is as good if not better than the flavor, and the flavor is quite tasty! Lots of fruit combining with some sugary goodness is balanced by some spice and a dry finish. If you like Belgian strong ales, be sure to hit this one.

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Beer Brief #27 - Ovila Quad

 
Brewery - Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, Chico, California

Beer - Ovila Quad
Style - Quadrupel
ABV - 10.4%

Color - Dark brown, nearly black, hints of ruby when held to light, and a tan head
Aroma - Toffee, raisins, molasses
Flavor - Brown sugar, figs, light coffee roast, prunes, enough bitterness to balance the sweetness
Verdict - Delicious like crazy! Beautiful full aromas and flavors combine with a superbly luxurious mouthfeel. This an awesome quad! I want to buy a few more bottles...