Archive for January, 2010

Dogfish Head Immort Ale – a vertical tasting

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I am not a fan of aging beer. So, why another vertical tasting article? I suppose you could say I’m… vertical-curious.

Add some spice to your life with chile beer

The first time I ever tasted a chile beer was in Denver at Wynkoop Brewing Company — Patty’s Chile Beer. Smooth and spicy, with a wonderful slow burn that made me want more, sip after sip… After tasting this, I knew I had to brew a chile ale at home.

Pairing with pizza

Last month, I wrote up an introduction to the basics of beer and food pairing, detailing four simple rules to get pairing newbies started. Methinks it’s time to dig a little deeper.

TJ’s – a hidden gem on the Main Line

I mean it when I say it’s hidden… I lived 2.5 miles from TJ’s for about a year before I realized it even existed. TJ’s Restaurant & Drinkery is tucked away in a small shopping center set away from the road, near the Paoli train station on the Main Line. I discovered TJ’s online before [...]

Brewing resolutions for 2010

January 1st… The holidays are over and a long, bleak winter lies ahead. The beginning of a new year is a time of reflection. It’s the time when we all think about the previous year, our accomplishments, our shortfalls… And of course, our plans for improving our brewing process in the new year. At least [...]