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Cali Creamin’ Vanilla Cream Ale

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.2% Brewed By Mother Earth Brew Co. 2055 Thibodo Road Suite H Vista California USA North America (760) 599-4225 http://www.motherearthbrewco.com The dude abides. Does Cali Creamin’ Vanilla Cream Ale? Submit your review below.

Ginger Tom

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4% Brewed By Dux de Lux 41 Hereford St Christchurch Canterbury New Zealand Oceania +64 03 348 1436 http://www.duxdine.co.nz Did you experience Ginger Tom? Give us your review below.

Wutizit

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By Back Street Brewery 15 Main St #100 Vista California USA North America (760) 407-7600 www.lamppostpizza.com/backstreet Have you tried Wutizit? share your review by filling out your review below.

St. Nick’s Treasure

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Back Street Brewery 15 Main St #100 Vista California USA North America (760) 407-7600 www.lamppostpizza.com/backstreet Have an opinion about St. Nick’s Treasure? Submit your review below.

Brewbaker Christmas Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Brewbakers Brewing Company 219 E Main St Visalia California USA North America (559) 627-2739 www.brewbakersbrewingco.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 […]

Navarro Yarrow

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.5% Brewed By Ukiah Brewing Co. 102 S State St Ukiah California USA North America (707) 468-5898 http://ukiahbrewing.com Would you like to share your opinion of Navarro Yarrow? Submit your review below.

Rock Of Sages

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Tustin Brewing Company 13011 Newport Ave #100 Tustin California USA North America (714) 665-2337 www.tustinbrewery.com What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did Rock Of Sages make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review below.

Legal Tender

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Moonlight Brewing Company Santa Rosa California USA North America (707) 528-2537 www.moonlightbrewing.com Is Legal Tender something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

White Cat Vanilla Porter

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Third Street Aleworks 610 3rd St Santa Rosa California USA North America (707) 523-3060 http://thirdstreetaleworks.com Are you a fan of White Cat Vanilla Porter? Enter your review of White Cat Vanilla Porter below.

Winter Wonderland

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Wolf Creek Brewing 27746 Mcbean Pkwy Santa Clarita California USA North America (661) 263-9653 http://www.wolfcreekbrewingco.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 […]

Obscura Cacao

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.3% Brewed By Telegraph Brewing Company 416 N Salsipuedes St Santa Barbara California USA North America (805) 963-5018 www.telegraphbrewing.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Obscura Cacao? Submit your review below.

The Original Chai Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.7% Brewed By Central Coast Brewing 1422 Monterey St b100 San Luis Obispo California USA North America (805) 783-2739 www.centralcoastbrewing.com Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did The Original Chai Ale make you happy, let us […]

Blind Spot

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.2% Brewed By High Water Brewing 20 Independence Circle San Leandro California USA North America (866) 206-0482 www.highwaterbrewing.com Did you experience Blind Spot? Give us your review below.

Hqt

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.7% Brewed By 21st Amendment Brewery 563 2nd Street San Francisco California USA North America (415) 369-0900 http://21st-amendment.com Is Hqt something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Sgt. Pepper

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.5% Brewed By Social Kitchen & Brewery 1326 9th Ave San Francisco California USA North America (415) 681-0330 http://socialkitchenandbrewery.com Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Sgt. Pepper? Let us know below.

Beachwood BBQ 5th Anniversary Beer

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Ballast Point Brewing Company 10051 Old Grove Rd San Diego California USA North America (858) 695-2739 www.ballastpoint.com Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Beachwood BBQ 5th Anniversary Beer by filling out your review below.

Candy Bar Alt

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Hangar 24 Brewery 1710 Sessums Dr Redlands California USA North America (909) 389-1400 www.hangar24brewery.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, […]

Spice

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.8% Brewed By Old Orange Brewing Co. 1444 N Batavia St Orange California USA North America (714) 744-8410 http://oldorangebrewing.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Spice below.

Kali Kush

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Breakwater Brewing 101 N Coast Hwy Oceanside (CA) California USA North America (760) 433-6064 www.breakwaterbrewing.com Does Kali Kush tie the room together? Give us your review below.

Hill Street Honey Hibiscus

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.4% Brewed By Breakwater Brewing 101 N Coast Hwy Oceanside (CA) California USA North America (760) 433-6064 www.breakwaterbrewing.com Does Hill Street Honey Hibiscus tie the room together? Give us 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.