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Home Grown Hempen Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.1% Brewed By Fitger’s Brewhouse 600 E Superior St Duluth Minnesota USA North America (218) 279-2739 http://brewhouse.net The dude abides. Does Home Grown Hempen Ale? Submit your review below.

Jack’d Up Autumn Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.4% Brewed By Third Street Brewhouse 219 Red River Ave N Cold Spring Minnesota USA North America (320) 685-3690 http://www.thirdstreetbrewhouse.com Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Jack’d Up Autumn Ale by filling out your review below.

Thai Bo

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.6% Brewed By Otley Brewing Company Limited Unit 39 Albion Industrial Estate Cilfynydd Mid Glamorgan United Kingdom (Wales) Europe +44 1443 480555 http://www.otleybrewing.co.uk Good people drink good beer. Is Thai Bo good? Let us know with your review below.

O-Garden

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.8% Brewed By Otley Brewing Company Limited Unit 39 Albion Industrial Estate Cilfynydd Mid Glamorgan United Kingdom (Wales) Europe +44 1443 480555 http://www.otleybrewing.co.uk 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 […]

Short’s The Gambler

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Short’s Brewing Company Michigan USA North America (231) 498-2300 http://www.shortsbrewing.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. So, regular consumption of beer […]

Kuhnhenn Stollen Christmas Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By Kuhnhenn Brewing Company 5919 Chicago Rd Warren (MI) Michigan USA North America (586) 979-8361 www.kbrewery.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Kuhnhenn Stollen Christmas Ale? Submit your review below.

Short’s Nicie Spicie

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.2% Brewed By Short’s Brewing Company Michigan USA North America (231) 498-2300 http://www.shortsbrewing.com The dude abides. Does Short’s Nicie Spicie? Submit your review below.

Dragonmead Dragon Daze Hemp Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.7% Brewed By Dragonmead Microbrewery 14600 E 11 Mile Rd Warren (MI) Michigan USA North America (586) 776-9428 www.dragonmead.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 Dragonmead Dragon […]

Scarborough

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.5% Brewed By Right Brain Brewery 225 E 16th St Traverse City Michigan USA North America (231) 944-1239 www.rightbrainbrewery.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Scarborough? Submit your review below.

Little Italy

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.9% Brewed By Right Brain Brewery 225 E 16th St Traverse City Michigan USA North America (231) 944-1239 www.rightbrainbrewery.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 Little Italy […]

Holly Daze

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Right Brain Brewery 225 E 16th St Traverse City Michigan USA North America (231) 944-1239 www.rightbrainbrewery.com Is Holly Daze something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Firewatcher Chipotle Stout Cask Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Right Brain Brewery 225 E 16th St Traverse City Michigan USA North America (231) 944-1239 www.rightbrainbrewery.com I was in the Virgin Islands once. I met a girl, we ate lobster and drank pina coladas. At sunset we made love like sea otters. That was a pretty good day. […]

Undertow Autumn Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.7% Brewed By Greenbush Brewing Company 5885 Sawyer Rd Sawyer Michigan USA North America (269) 405-1076 www.greenbushbrewing.com Is Undertow Autumn Ale something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Jadis

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.1% Brewed By Greenbush Brewing Company 5885 Sawyer Rd Sawyer Michigan USA North America (269) 405-1076 www.greenbushbrewing.com Is Jadis something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Christmas Puddin’

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.7% Brewed By Greenbush Brewing Company 5885 Sawyer Rd Sawyer Michigan USA North America (269) 405-1076 www.greenbushbrewing.com Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Christmas Puddin’ in the below form.

Indian Pudding

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Fort Street Brewery 1660 Fort St Lincoln Park Michigan USA North America (313) 389-9620 www.fortstreetbeer.com Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Indian Pudding? Let us know below.

Dark Horse 4 Elf

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 11.5% Brewed By Dark Horse Brewing Company 511 S Kalamazoo Ave Marshall Michigan USA North America (269) 781-9940 www.darkhorsebrewery.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 Dark Horse […]

Doug?s Turbo Sarsaparilla

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.25% Brewed By Fort Street Brewery 1660 Fort St Lincoln Park Michigan USA North America (313) 389-9620 www.fortstreetbeer.com Is Doug?s Turbo Sarsaparilla something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

New Holland Mutinious Battle Chai

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By New Holland Brewing Company 66 E 8th St Holland Michigan USA North America (616) 355-6422 http://newhollandbrew.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of New Holland Mutinious Battle Chai below.

New Holland El Mole Ocho

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.79% Brewed By New Holland Brewing Company 66 E 8th St Holland Michigan USA North America (616) 355-6422 http://newhollandbrew.com Are you a fan of New Holland El Mole Ocho? Enter your review of New Holland El Mole Ocho below.

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.