![]() | Dion's Blog EntriesBio: Our friend Dion is on a quest. That quest is to try one new beer every single day. Just one. He's been successful in this quest for over 1000 days so far ... and he's still going. He and his family are frequenters of our Lexington establishments and big fans of the food trucks. If you see him out, buy him a beer ... but make sure it's one he hasn't tried yet. |
Year of New Beer: Chasin' Freshies, Deschutes Brewery (OR)
Written On: 01/01/2015
Seems like an appropriate choice heading into year four, 'cause chasing fresh, new beers is what... (see more)
Year of New Beer: Bourbon Barrel Aged Wood Burner, Jackie O's (OH)
Written On: 12/31/2014
Three years. One thousand ninety six days (leap year included). Every single day for the last 3... (see more)
Year of New Beer: Black Rye, Founders Brewing (MI)
Written On: 12/30/2014
Mostly rich chocolate and coffee bean on the nose, with an undercurrent of leafy, green hops. On... (see more)
Year of New Beer: Mercury, Bell's Brewery (MI)
Written On: 12/29/2014
A zesty nose is comprised of many elements-grass, hay, lemon, and yeast among several present. On... (see more)
Year of New Beer: Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Stout, The Schlafly Taproom (MO)
Written On: 12/28/2014
Lots of oak, chocolate, sweet bourbon, and a nice smokey char on the nose. On the tongue, the... (see more)
Year of New Beer: Molotov Cocktail Single Simcoe Hop Edition, Evil Twin Brewing (Denmark)
Written On: 12/27/2014
A victory beer for a win much like the Molotov Cocktail--jagged, explosive, but ultimately getting... (see more)
Year of New Beer: Hop Ranch, Victory Brewing (PA)
Written On: 12/26/2014
Initial notes of tart peach and grapefruit are quickly push aside in both the aroma and taste... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 12-Christmas Ale, Brouwerij St. Bernardus (Belgium)
Written On: 12/25/2014
I purchased this beer way back in January, with the plan being to drink it today, and it was... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 11-Rudolf Winter Ale, Dugges Ale & Porterbryggeri AB (Swede
Written On: 12/24/2014
The nose boasts mild chocolate and toasted bread crust, both of which transition nicely to the... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 10-Smistletoe, Smuttynose Brewing (NH)
Written On: 12/23/2014
Possessing probably the only bottle of this beer in the state of KY, I couldn't very well sit at... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 9-Tsjeeses, De Struise Brouwers (Belgium)
Written On: 12/22/2014
A lot of fruit on the nose-apples, pears, and grapes to name a few. On the tongue, the fruits are... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 8-Bink Winterkoninkske, Brouwerij Kerkom (Belgium)
Written On: 12/21/2014
Fruits, berries on the nose with a nod to some plums and cherry pipe tobacco. More of the same on... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day Seven-7 Swans-A-Swimming, The Bruery (CA)
Written On: 12/20/2014
The nose is subtle, offering up mostly fruit notes--grapes, cherries, plums, and raisins. On the... (see more)
Special Beer Review-Infinite Sadness, Country Boy Brewing, Lexington, KY.
Written On: 12/20/2014
"I can't tell you how wonderful she is. I don't want you to know. I don't want anyone to... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 6-6 Geese A Laying, The Bruery (CA)
Written On: 12/19/2014
Been sitting on this one for nearly a year, decided to share with my friends Roy and Laura at... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 5-Christmas Bomb!, Prairie Artisan Ales (OK)
Written On: 12/18/2014
The nose is heavy with roasted malt and coffee bean, with subtle cinnamon and the faintest hints... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 4-Gouden Carolus Noël, Brouwerij Het Anker (Belgium)
Written On: 12/17/2014
Plums, raisins, cooked apples, and baked dessert breads on the nose. On the tongue, the fruits get... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 3-Rum Barrel Aged 4 Elf, Dark Horse Brewing (MI)
Written On: 12/16/2014
Nose overflows with cinnamon, nutmeg, chocolate, and rum spice. On the tongue, the spices are... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 2-Shameless Santa, To Øl (Denmark)
Written On: 12/15/2014
Apple skin, light caramel, and mild citrus hops on the nose, all of which translate to the tongue... (see more)
The Twelve (New) Beers of Christmas, Day 1-Yule Tide (2013 Vintage), Heavy Seas Beer (MD)
Written On: 12/14/2014
Rum, ginger, and spice cake dominate the nose, coming off like a strong rum and coke. On the... (see more)