Enjoy!

Here’s what makes them stand out besides just really good bee. They’re mission is bigger than beer, I know that may sound shocking to some but it’s actually really cool. Until NOEL becomes a household name (which we’re pretty sure it’s going to become) they are using their brew to generate profits that they will help people in need. I attended a fund raiser to help out a friend of Michael Gilbert (co founder of NOEL) who has recently incurred some pretty hefty medical bills. So I got to try 3 different NOEL brews and my donation was going to a great cause…perfect!

THE BEER: Ellie’s Amber Ale - Originally brewed to help raise funds for Ellies’ Run For Africa. It is what an Amber Ale should be. Hints of hops that aren’t overpowering, a sweet malty finish that leaves you wanting more. Very, very good.

Byun in the Sun - this was brewed specifically for the fundraiser I attended. It’s a summer ale with a hot day in mind. There are a number of Summer Ales out there that don’t seem to think of the season! It’s HOT in the summer people, keep it refreshing. Well, NOEL brewing does exactly that. It’s lighter in color and taste, with just the right amount of hops.

The IPA - I got a small taste of NOEL’s IPA. WOW! Can’t wait to have more of this. It’s hoppy and wonderful.

One more great thing about NOEL: BREWGIGS! What’s a brewgig??? “Well, it’s like food catering, only it’s better because it’s beer.” The folks from NOEL will come to your event and provide the beer. What else could you ask for really. It’s what they do! Check out their site for more info.

NOEL BREWING: A

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Have you ever bought something just because of its label?  Well, if you have, ACME California IPA would already be in your repertoire!  The retro label really makes this beer stand out.  Honestly, it’s why Brian picked it out of the fridge at Woodland Wine Merchants in East Nashville where you can buy a single bottle for around 3 bucks.  Brian’s a sucker for a fine looking label

Acme California IPA comes to us from our friends at Northcoast Brewing Company.  They have brought us one of our favorites, the Scrimshaw Pilsner.  The Acme California IPA is a lighter amber color when poured into a glass.  If you’ve had other Pale Ale’s but have not yet ventured into the world of the India Pale Ale, then it could be great for you to start with Acme.  Don’t hear us wrong, it’s full of hops (like all good IPA’s) but it has a sweeter side that will surprise you.

BEEP BEEP — come on….road runner??  Looney Tunes?? Anybody?  …. is this thing on?

GRADE A-

Summer time is about taking chances.  You know, really going crazy and trying new things.  Like running naked through a field of daisies, Lion taming in the wilderness, swimming with sharks…….OR…drinking a beer that’s been brewed with hot peppers.  Of all those crazy things, take a guess which one we did!  — ok so maayybbee Brian ran through a field of daisies naked but that’s a whole other post.

Our friends at ROGUE (Portland, OR) brewed a CHIPOTLE ALE that we just had to try at least once.

The beer is a dark red in color when you pour it into a glass and when you bring it up to your face you can actually smell the roasted chipotle peppers and (wait for it) jalapenos.  We were trying it with some Mexican food and that was definitely the right food pairing.  It’s good, it’s just a little difficult to get used to.  It actually tastes exactly like what you think it would taste like, a roasted, salsa(y) flavor.  We don’t know what else to say…..the name doesn’t lie.

Overall — we don’t think we’d drink more than one, but it’s definitely worth checking out!  We can honestly say it’s the best Chipotle beer we’ve EVER had.

GRADE: B+

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GRADE: C-

GRADE : B-

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Sprecher Pub Brown Ale
Grade: B+

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Links mentioned in this episode:
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