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Franc’ly Brewdolph

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.6% Brewed By New Old Lompoc Brewery 1621 SE Bybee Blvd Portland (OR) Oregon USA North America (503) 232-1728 www.lompocbrewing.com Have an opinion about Franc’ly Brewdolph? Submit your review below.

Cocoa Ginger Snap

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.14% Brewed By Cascade Brewing / Raccoon Lodge & Brewpub 7424 SW Beaverton-Hillside Hwy Portland (OR) Oregon USA North America (503) 296-0110 www.raclodge.com Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Cocoa Ginger Snap by filling out your review below.

Organic Hint O’ Mint

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.8% Brewed By Natian Brewery 1321 NE Couch St Portland (OR) Oregon USA North America (917) 678-7116 http://www.natianbrewery.com Want to share your review of Organic Hint O’ Mint? Submit your review below.

The Movie Star

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 3.1% Brewed By Brewers Union Local 180 48329 E 1st St Oakridge Oregon USA North America (541) 782-2024 www.brewersunion.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love The Movie Star? Submit your review below.

Juniper Pale Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.3% Brewed By Rogue Ales 2320 SE OSU Dr Newport (OR) Oregon USA North America (541) 867-3660 http://rogue.com Want to share your review of Juniper Pale Ale? Submit your review below.

John John Juniper

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.2% Brewed By Rogue Ales 2320 SE OSU Dr Newport (OR) Oregon USA North America (541) 867-3660 http://rogue.com The human brain only operates as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, as we know, kills brain cells. But naturally, it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. […]

Jarabe Caliente Chocolate Chili Stout

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Flat Tail Brewing 202 SW 1st St Corvallis Oregon USA North America (541) 758-2229 www.flattailcorvallis.com Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Jarabe Caliente Chocolate Chili Stout make you happy, let us know […]

Hot Blonde Jalapeño Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Barley Brown’s Brewpub 2190 Main St Baker City Oregon USA North America (541) 523-4266 http://barleybrowns.com Did you experience Hot Blonde Jalapeño Ale? Give us your review below.

Spruce Bud Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.5% Brewed By Fort George Brewery + Public House 1483 Duane St Astoria Oregon USA North America (503) 325-7468 www.fortgeorgebrewery.com Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Spruce Bud Ale by filling out your review below.

Hemp Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By C’est What? 67 Front St E Toronto Ontario Canada North America (416) 867-9499 www.cestwhat.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of Hemp Ale below.

Rebellion-Rice

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.1% Brewed By The 3 Brewers 275 Yonge St Toronto Ontario Canada North America (647) 347-6286 www.les3brasseurs.ca Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Rebellion-Rice? Submit your review below.

Treading Water

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.6% Brewed By Beau’s All Natural Brewing Company 10 Terry Fox Dr Vankleek Hill Ontario Canada North America (613) 678-2799 www.beaus.ca Did you experience Treading Water? Give us your review below.

Sugar Shack Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.5% Brewed By Barley Days Brewery 13730 Loyalist Pkwy Picton Ontario Canada North America (613) 476 7468 www.barleydaysbrewery.com Have an opinion about Sugar Shack Ale? Submit your review below.

Mill Street Lemon Tea Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.9% Brewed By Mill Street Brew Pub Toronto Pearson International Airport Terminal 1 Mississauga Ontario Canada North America (416) 776-0490 http://www.millstreetbrewpub.ca/ Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Mill Street Lemon Tea Ale by filling out your review below.

Mill Street Ginger Beer

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Mill Street Brew Pub Toronto Pearson International Airport Terminal 1 Mississauga Ontario Canada North America (416) 776-0490 http://www.millstreetbrewpub.ca/ Have you tried Mill Street Ginger Beer? Share your review by filling out your review below.

Black Oak Reethi’s Mole Ole Nut Brown

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Black Oak Brewing Company Ltd 75 Horner Ave #1 Etobicoke Ontario Canada North America (416) 252-2739 http://blackoakbeer.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of Black Oak Reethi’s Mole Ole Nut Brown below.

Cheshire Valley Spiced Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Cheshire Valley Brewing Company 1-75 Horner Ave Etobicoke Ontario Canada North America (905) 339-1037 http://www.cheshirevalleybrewing.com/ Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Cheshire Valley Spiced Ale make you happy, let us know by […]

Gwen

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.1% Brewed By Grand River Brewing 295 Ainslie Street Cambridge (Canada) Ontario Canada North America (519) 620-3233 http://grandriverbrewing.com Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Gwen make you happy, let us know by submitting your review […]

Nickel Brook Cuvee

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.75% Brewed By Better Bitters Brewing Company Ltd 864 Drury Ln Burlington (Canada) Ontario Canada North America (905) 681-2739 www.betterbitters.ca Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Nickel Brook Cuvee? Let us know below.

The Legendary Spring Oddity

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Lakes Of Muskoka Cottage Brewery 13 Taylor Rd Bracebridge Ontario Canada North America (705) 646-1266 www.muskokabrewery.com May the wind always be at your back, the sun upon your face and may the winds of destiny carry you aloft to dance among the stars. Would you take The Legendary […]

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer Traits

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Beer Style Description

Herb beers use herbs or spices (derived from roots, seeds, fruits, vegetable, flowers, etc.) other than or in addition to hops to create a distinct (ranging from subtle to intense) character, though individual characters of herbs and/or spices used may not always be identifiable. Under hopping often, but not always, allows the spice or herb to contribute to the flavor profile. Positive evaluations are significantly based on perceived balance of flavors. A statement by the brewer explaining what herbs or spices are used is essential in order for fair assessment in competitions. Specifying a style upon which the beer is based may help evaluation. If this beer is a classic style with an herb or spice, the brewer should specify the classic style. Overall balance is the key to presenting a well-made spice, herb or vegetable (SHV) beer. The SHV(s) should complement the original style and not overwhelm it. The brewer should recognize that some combinations of base beer styles and SHV(s) work well together while others do not make for harmonious combinations.

Alcohol By Volume Range

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IBU's Range

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Aroma

The character of the particular spices, herbs and/or vegetables (SHV) should be noticeable in the aroma; however, note that some SHV (e.g., ginger, cinnamon) have stronger aromas and are more distinctive than others (e.g., some vegetables)—allow for a range of SHV character and intensity from subtle to aggressive. The individual character of the SHV(s) may not always be identifiable when used in combination. The SHV character should be pleasant and supportive, not artificial and overpowering. As with all specialty beers, a proper SHV beer should be a harmonious balance of the featured SHV(s) with the underlying beer style. Aroma hops, yeast by-products and malt components of the underlying beer may not be as noticeable when SHV are present. These components (especially hops) may also be intentionally subdued to allow the SHV character to come through in the final presentation. If the base beer is an ale then a non-specific fruitiness and/or other fermentation by-products such as diacetyl may be present as appropriate for warmer fermentations. If the base beer is a lager, then overall less fermentation byproducts would be appropriate. Some malt aroma is preferable, especially in dark styles. Hop aroma may be absent or balanced with SHV, depending on the style. The SHV(s) should add an extra complexity to the beer, but not be so prominent as to unbalance the resulting presentation.

Appearance

Appearance should be appropriate to the base beer being presented and will vary depending on the base beer. For lighter-colored beers with spices, herbs or vegetables that exhibit distinctive colors, the colors may be noticeable in the beer and possibly the head. May have some haze or be clear. Head formation may be adversely affected by some ingredients, such as chocolate.

Flavor

As with aroma, the distinctive flavor character associated with the particular SHV(s) should be noticeable, and may range in intensity from subtle to aggressive. The individual character of the SHV(s) may not always be identifiable when used in combination. The balance of SHV with the underlying beer is vital, and the SHV character should not be so artificial and/or overpowering as to overwhelm the beer. Hop bitterness, flavor, malt flavors, alcohol content, and fermentation by-products, such as esters or diacetyl, should be appropriate to the base beer and be harmonious and balanced with the distinctive SHV flavors present. Note that these components (especially hops) may be intentionally subdued to allow the SHV character to come through in the final presentation. Some SHV(s) are inherently bitter and may result in a beer more bitter than the declared base style.

Mouthfeel

Mouthfeel may vary depending on the base beer selected and as appropriate to that base beer. Body and carbonation levels should be appropriate to the base beer style being presented. Some SHV(s) may add additional body and/or slickness, although fermentable additions may thin out the beer. Some SHV(s) may add a bit of astringency, although a “raw” spice character is undesirable.