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Cable Car Small Batch Winter Brew

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.3% Brewed By World Brews 500 Redwood Boulevard Suite 200 Novato California USA North America (877) 946-3793 http://www.wineryexchange.com/beer.asp Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Cable Car Small Batch Winter Brew make you happy, let us […]

White Christmas Spiced Winter Lager

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Moylan’s Brewery 15 Rowland Way Novato California USA North America (415) 898-4677 www.moylans.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of White Christmas Spiced Winter Lager below.

Johnny Re-Blaze Beer

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4% Brewed By El Toro Brewing Co. 17605 Monterey Rd Morgan Hill California USA North America (408) 782-2739 www.eltorobrewing.com What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did Johnny Re-Blaze Beer make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review below.

E.S. CHI

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.5% Brewed By Marin Brewing Company 1809 Larkspur Landing Cir Larkspur California USA North America (415) 461-4677 www.marinbrewing.com Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did E.S. CHI make you happy, let us know by submitting your […]

Spring Ale 2011 – Pilot

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Bootlegger’s Brewery 401 S Richman Ave Fullerton California USA North America (714) 871-2337 www.bootleggersbrewery.com Is Spring Ale 2011 – Pilot something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Spring Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.5% Brewed By Bootlegger’s Brewery 401 S Richman Ave Fullerton California USA North America (714) 871-2337 www.bootleggersbrewery.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 couldn’t […]

Mulled Old World Hefeweizen

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Bootlegger’s Brewery 401 S Richman Ave Fullerton California USA North America (714) 871-2337 www.bootleggersbrewery.com Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Mulled Old World Hefeweizen by filling out your review below.

Lilly’s Gingered Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Bootlegger’s Brewery 401 S Richman Ave Fullerton California USA North America (714) 871-2337 www.bootleggersbrewery.com Have you tried Lilly’s Gingered Ale? Share your review by filling out your review below.

Blue Frog Coffee Porter

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Blue Frog Grog & Grill (Out of Business) 1740 Travis Blvd Fairfield (CA) California USA North America Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Blue Frog Coffee Porter in the below form.

Mixtape Ale – GK & LU’s Blend Vol. 1

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.6% Brewed By Stone Brewing Co. 1999 Citracado Pkwy Escondido California USA North America (760) 294-7866 www.stonebrew.com Have an opinion about Mixtape Ale – GK & LU’s Blend Vol. 1? Submit your review below.

Barefoot Harem Theft Scotch Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.5% Brewed By Offbeat Brewing Company 1223 Pacific Oaks Pl Suite 101 Escondido California USA North America (760) 294-4045 http://www.offbeatbrewing.com Does Barefoot Harem Theft Scotch Ale tie the room together? Give us your review below.

Super Chili Pepper Madness

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.6% Brewed By Mad River Brewing Company 195 Taylor Way Blue Lake California USA North America (707) 668-4151 www.madriverbrewing.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Super Chili Pepper Madness below.

Bison Organic Honey Basil

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Bison Brewing Co. 2030 5th St Berkeley California USA North America (510) 697-1537 http://bisonbrew.com Would you like to share your opinion of Bison Organic Honey Basil? Submit your review below.

Bison Organic Gingerbread Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Bison Brewing Co. 2030 5th St Berkeley California USA North America (510) 697-1537 http://bisonbrew.com What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did Bison Organic Gingerbread Ale make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review below.

Mandarin Nectar

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.5% Brewed By Alpine Beer Company 2351 Alpine Blvd Alpine California USA North America (619) 445-2337 www.alpinebeerco.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Mandarin Nectar? Submit your review below.

Simon & Garfunkel

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Ladyface Ale Companie 29281 Agoura Rd Agoura Hills California USA North America (818) 477-4566 www.ladyfaceale.com Have you tried Simon & Garfunkel? Share your review by filling out your review below.

Bière De Noël

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.5% Brewed By Brasserie Larché 89 rue Bellocier Sens Burgandy France Europe +33 03 86 65 19 89 http://www.brasserie-larche.fr/ Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Bière De Noël make you happy, let us know by […]

Sant Erwann

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Brasserie Artisanale Du Trégor Z.A. De Kerfolic Minihy-Treguier Brittany France Europe +33 02 96 92 43 66 0 Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Sant Erwann make you happy, let us know […]

Damruz

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Brasserie An Alarc’h ZA Vieux Tronc Le Heulgoat Brittany France Europe +33 02 98 99 91 99 0 Would you like to share your opinion of Damruz? Submit your review below.

Cheakamus Chai-Maple Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Whistler Brewing Company 1045 Millar Creek Rd Whistler British Columbia Canada North America (604) 962-8889 www.whistlerbeer.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Cheakamus Chai-Maple Ale? Submit 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.