So I guess I'm adding beer reviews to my ongoing series of reviews to go along with books and movies along side numerous other items. You all can blame Dave Bexfield out in New Mexico and Ryan Miller down in NJ for this as their comments posted here and emailed to me personally got me thinking about posting these opinions since I try seemingly at least one new beer a week...This week? It's Sam Adams Irish Red. I have always enjoyed most Sam Adams beers. They're a safe bet in almost any situation and rarely let you down.
This beer is no exception. A substantial upgrade over the mass marketed Killian's Irish Red, the Sam Adams Irish Red is smooth and light enough to be drunk at a winter party but tasty enough (with a bit of a Guiness bite to it) to have with a nice steak or fireside after a day of skiing. I'm sure this beer won't be distinct enough for true beer aficianados (of which I am not) but for me, I'l gladly drink another...and another...
Aside from their dismal Cherry Wheat vomit, Sam Adams rarely disappoints, and once again I agree with you that this Irish Red is an excellent beer. Also really digging 09's Winter Lager. Have you sampled this year's Celebration Ale from Sierra Nevada yet? Great post, you are a natural beer reviewer. Keep 'em coming.
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