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Appenzeller Hanfblüte

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Brauerei Locher AG Industriestrasse 12 Appenzell Appenzell Innerrhoden Switzerland Europe +41 (0)71 788 01 40 http://www.appenzellerbier.ch/index.php?id=1&L=1 Are you a fan of Appenzeller Hanfblüte? Enter your review of Appenzeller Hanfblüte below.

Bravoure O.A.S.E. (Oak And Spice Experiment)

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.5% Brewed By Brouwerij De Dochter van de Korenaar Pastoor de Katerstraat 24 Baarle-Hertog Antwerp Province Belgium Europe +32 14 699 800 http://www.dedochtervandekorenaar.be/ Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Bravoure O.A.S.E. (Oak And Spice Experiment) by filling out your review below.

Bière De Noël

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Bières De Saint-Louis 123 rue de Mulhouse Saint-Louis Alsace France Europe +33 (0)3 89 67 20 12 http://www.saint-louis.biz Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Bière De Noël? Submit your review below.

A L’Aven

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Brasserie Du Canardou Route De Montpon 24610 Villefranche De Lonchat Aquitaine France Europe +33 05 53 80 55 54 0 Thank you sir, will you have another A L’Aven? Give us your review below.

Schnuggebock Bier

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.2% Brewed By Brauerei Locher AG Industriestrasse 12 Appenzell Appenzell Innerrhoden Switzerland Europe +41 (0)71 788 01 40 http://www.appenzellerbier.ch/index.php?id=1&L=1 Would you like to share your opinion of Schnuggebock Bier? Submit your review below.

The Lingnan Pi Jiu

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Alley Kat Brewing Company 9929 60 Ave NW Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 436-8922 www.alleykatbeer.com Good people drink good beer. Is The Lingnan Pi Jiu good? Let us know with your review below.

Spiced Dark Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Alley Kat Brewing Company 9929 60 Ave NW Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 436-8922 www.alleykatbeer.com Does Spiced Dark Ale tie the room together? Give us your review below.

HeatSeeker Coconut Curry Porter

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6.1% Brewed By Alley Kat Brewing Company 9929 60 Ave NW Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 436-8922 www.alleykatbeer.com Did you experience HeatSeeker Coconut Curry Porter? Give us your review below.

Cringer Cranberry Ginger Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.8% Brewed By Alley Kat Brewing Company 9929 60 Ave NW Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 436-8922 www.alleykatbeer.com Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of Cringer Cranberry Ginger Ale below.

Kala Jadu Cinnamon & Cardamon Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4% Brewed By Amber’s Brewing Co. 9926 78 Ave NW Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 628 2305 www.ambersbrewing.com Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Kala Jadu Cinnamon & Cardamon Ale in the below form.

Garlic Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Amber’s Brewing Co. 9926 78 Ave NW Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 628 2305 www.ambersbrewing.com Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Garlic Ale? Let us know below.

Yasigi

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.2% Brewed By Sherbrooke Liquor Store 11819 St Albert Trail Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 455-4556 http://www.sherbrookeliquor.com Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Yasigi? Submit your review below.

Winter Warmer Amber Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Brewsters Brewing Company & Restaurant – Oliver Square 11620 104 Ave NW Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 482-4677 http://brewsters.ca/locations/11620-104th-avenue/ Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Winter Warmer Amber Ale by filling out your review below.

Hail Mary Chipotle Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Brewsters Brewing Company & Restaurant – Oliver Square 11620 104 Ave NW Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 482-4677 http://brewsters.ca/locations/11620-104th-avenue/ Thank you sir, will you have another Hail Mary Chipotle Ale? Give us your review below.

Chai Spiced Red Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Brewsters Brewing Company & Restaurant – Oliver Square 11620 104 Ave NW Edmonton Alberta Canada North America (780) 482-4677 http://brewsters.ca/locations/11620-104th-avenue/ Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Chai Spiced Red Ale in the below form.

Captain Cook’s Spruce Tip Ale

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Haines Brewing Company White Fang Drive Haines Alaska USA North America (907) 766-3823 www.hainesbrewing.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Captain Cook’s Spruce Tip Ale below.

There Is No Santa

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.7% Brewed By BrewDog Balmacassie Industrial Estate Ellon Aberdeenshire United Kingdom (Scotland) Europe +44 (0) 1358 724 924 www.brewdog.com What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did There Is No Santa make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review below.

Dogma

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.8% Brewed By BrewDog Balmacassie Industrial Estate Ellon Aberdeenshire United Kingdom (Scotland) Europe +44 (0) 1358 724 924 www.brewdog.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Dogma 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.