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Bila Nich

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Chernigivske Pivokombinat Bulvar Bozhenka 87 Kiev Kiev City Municipality Ukraine Europe +380 (044) 302 50 00 http://www.chernigivske.ua 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 […]

Yerba

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 3.9% Brewed By Bi-Du Via Torino 50 Olgiate Comasco Lombardy Italy Europe +39 031945418 http://www.bi-du.it/ Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Yerba make you happy, let us know by submitting your review below.

Fleurette (Gioia Di Vivere)

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 3.8% Brewed By Birrificio Italiano Via Castello 51 Lurago Marinone Lombardy Italy Europe +39 031 895450 www.birrificio.it/english Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Fleurette (Gioia Di Vivere)? Let us know below.

Flesh Gourdin’

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.6% Brewed By Against The Grain Brewery & Smokehouse 401 East Main Street Louisville Kentucky USA North America (502) 515-0174 www.atgbrewery.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Flesh Gourdin’ below.

Fallout Dust

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.6% Brewed By Apocalypse Brew Works 1612 Mellwood Ave Louisville Kentucky USA North America (502) 589-4843 http://apocalypsebrewworks.com Want to share your review of Fallout Dust? Submit your review below.

Yerba Mate Pale Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.9% Brewed By Cumberland Brews 1576 Bardstown Rd Louisville Kentucky USA North America (502) 458-8727 www.cumberlandbrewery.com Thank you sir, will you have another Yerba Mate Pale Ale? Give us your review below.

Asahi Ginger Draft

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.5% Brewed By Asahi Breweries Ltd 23-1 Azumabashi 1-chome Tokyo Kant? Region Japan Asia +81 3 5608 5112 http://www.asahibeer.com The dude abides. Does Asahi Ginger Draft? Submit your review below.

Chocolat Brewery: Sweet

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Sapporo Breweries Ltd. 20-1 Ebisu 4-Chrome Shibuya Kant? Region Japan Asia +81 0120 207800 http://www.sapporobeer.jp WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Chocolat Brewery: Sweet below.

Chocolat Brewery: Bitter

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Sapporo Breweries Ltd. 20-1 Ebisu 4-Chrome Shibuya Kant? Region Japan Asia +81 0120 207800 http://www.sapporobeer.jp Want to share your review of Chocolat Brewery: Bitter? Submit your review below.

Schnickelfritz Spruce

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.7% Brewed By Country Boy Brewing 436 Chair Ave Lexington Kentucky USA North America (859) 554-6200 www.facebook.com/CountryBoyBrewing What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did Schnickelfritz Spruce make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review below.

Jalapeno Smoked (XXX) Porter

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.8% Brewed By Country Boy Brewing 436 Chair Ave Lexington Kentucky USA North America (859) 554-6200 www.facebook.com/CountryBoyBrewing 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 Jalapeno Smoked (XXX) Porter […]

Hitachino Nest Real Ginger Brew

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Kiuchi Brewery 1257 Konosu Naka Kant? Region Japan Asia +81 29 298 0105 www.kodwari.cc Good people drink good beer. Is Hitachino Nest Real Ginger Brew good? Let us know with your review below.

Commemorative Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By Kiuchi Brewery 1257 Konosu Naka Kant? Region Japan Asia +81 29 298 0105 www.kodwari.cc Is Commemorative Ale something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Spiced Red

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Little Apple Brewing Company 1110 Westloop Pl Manhattan Kansas USA North America (785) 539-5500 www.littleapplebrewery.com Would you like to share your opinion of Spiced Red? Submit your review below.

Not Your Father’s Root Beer (5%)

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Small Town Brewery #212 1000 Brown St Wauconda Illinois USA North America (815) 566-0415 www.smalltownbrewery.com Is Not Your Father’s Root Beer (5%) something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Not Your Father’s Root Beer (19.5%)

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 19.5% Brewed By Small Town Brewery #212 1000 Brown St Wauconda Illinois USA North America (815) 566-0415 www.smalltownbrewery.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. Why […]

Not Your Father’s Root Beer (10%)

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By Small Town Brewery #212 1000 Brown St Wauconda Illinois USA North America (815) 566-0415 www.smalltownbrewery.com Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Not Your Father’s Root Beer (10%) by filling out your review below.

Christmas Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Small Town Brewery #212 1000 Brown St Wauconda Illinois USA North America (815) 566-0415 www.smalltownbrewery.com Are you a fan of Christmas Ale? Enter your review of Christmas Ale below.

Lunar / DryHop Solar Powered Summer Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Lunar Brewing 54 E St Charles Rd Villa Park Illinois USA North America (630) 530-2077 http://www.beermenus.com/places/2162-lunar-brewing-co Want to share your review of Lunar / DryHop Solar Powered Summer Ale? Submit your review below.

Jack The Pumpkin Lager

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.5% Brewed By Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery 1035 Sterling Ave Flossmoor Illinois USA North America (708) 957-2739 www.flossmoorstation.com Have you tried Jack The Pumpkin Lager? Share your review by filling out your review 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

Varies By Style

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.