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Weiss Versa

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.5% Brewed By Odell Brewing Company 800 E Lincoln Ave Fort Collins Colorado USA North America (970) 498-9070 http://odellbrewing.com Have an opinion about Weiss Versa? Submit your review below.

Jingle Ale Spiced Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.7% Brewed By Coopersmith’s Pub & Brewing 5 Old Town Square Fort Collings Colorado USA North America (970) 498-0483 http://coopersmithpub.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 […]

Ginger Beer

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Steamworks Brewing Company 801 E. 2nd Ave Durango Colorado USA North America (970) 259-9200 www.steamworksbrewing.com Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Ginger Beer make you happy, let us know by submitting your […]

Fort Collins Collusion Ale 2011

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Coopersmith’s Pub & Brewing 5 Old Town Square Fort Collings Colorado USA North America (970) 498-0483 http://coopersmithpub.com Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Fort Collins Collusion Ale 2011 in the below form.

Agave Wheat

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.2% Brewed By Breckenridge Brewery 471 Kalamath Street Denver Colorado USA North America (800) 328-6723 www.breckbrew.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 […]

Tut’s Royal Gold

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Wynkoop Brewing Company 1634 18th St Denver Colorado USA North America (303) 297-2700 www.wynkoop.com Have an opinion about Tut’s Royal Gold? Submit your review below.

Basil Blonde

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.2% Brewed By Copper Kettle Brewing Company 1338 S Valentia St #100 Denver Colorado USA North America (720) 443-2522 www.copperkettledenver.com Have an opinion about Basil Blonde? Submit your review below.

Zora Rosemary Pale Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.5% Brewed By Strange Brewing Company 1330 Zuni St Denver Colorado USA North America (720) 985-2337 www.strangebrewingco.com Would you like to share your opinion of Zora Rosemary Pale Ale? Submit your review below.

Christmas Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.61% Brewed By Bristol Brewing Company 1647 S Tejon St Colorado Springs Colorado USA North America (719) 633-2555 www.bristolbrewing.com What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did Christmas Ale make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review below.

Southwestern Saison

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Trinity Brewing Company 1466 Garden of the Gods Rd W #184 Colorado Springs Colorado USA North America (719) 634-0029 www.trinitybrew.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of Southwestern Saison below.

Soul Horkey

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Trinity Brewing Company 1466 Garden of the Gods Rd W #184 Colorado Springs Colorado USA North America (719) 634-0029 www.trinitybrew.com Are you a fan of Soul Horkey? Enter your review of Soul Horkey below.

Twisted Pine Artisan Series – Sacred Spice

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10.1% Brewed By Twisted Pine Brewing Company 3201 Walnut St Boulder Colorado USA North America (303) 786-9270 www.twistedpinebrewing.com Have you tried Twisted Pine Artisan Series – Sacred Spice? share your review by filling out your review below.

Spring Thyme

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Twisted Pine Brewing Company 3201 Walnut St Boulder Colorado USA North America (303) 786-9270 www.twistedpinebrewing.com Good people drink good beer. Is Spring Thyme good? Let us know with your review below.

Poison Fish

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Twisted Pine Brewing Company 3201 Walnut St Boulder Colorado USA North America (303) 786-9270 www.twistedpinebrewing.com Does Poison Fish tie the room together? Give us your review below.

Holy Mole

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Twisted Pine Brewing Company 3201 Walnut St Boulder Colorado USA North America (303) 786-9270 www.twistedpinebrewing.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 Holy Mole with […]

Half Moon Pumpkin Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.2% Brewed By Dry Dock Brewing Co. 15120 E Hampden Ave Aurora (CO) Colorado USA North America (303) 400-5606 www.drydockbrewing.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of Half Moon Pumpkin Ale below.

Traditional Ginger Beer

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 3.8% Brewed By Williams Brothers Brewing Company Kelliebank Alloa Clackmannanshire United Kingdom (Scotland) Europe +44 01259 725511 http://www.williamsbrosbrew.com/ Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Traditional Ginger Beer? Let us know below.

Nollaig (Christmas Spruce Beer)

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Williams Brothers Brewing Company Kelliebank Alloa Clackmannanshire United Kingdom (Scotland) Europe +44 01259 725511 http://www.williamsbrosbrew.com/ Have an opinion about Nollaig (Christmas Spruce Beer)? Submit your review below.

Urca Vanilla Porter

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.3% Brewed By Dry Dock Brewing Co. 15120 E Hampden Ave Aurora (CO) Colorado USA North America (303) 400-5606 www.drydockbrewing.com Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Urca Vanilla Porter? Let us know below.

Wasabi Biiwasa No Ruby

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.5% Brewed By Niigata Beer Co. 953-0012 Niigata West Bulrush District Echizen Ch?bu Region Japan Asia +81 0256 70 2200 http://www.niigatabeer.jp 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 […]

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.