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Carib Ginger Shandy

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 1.2% Brewed By Carib Brewery Limited Eastern Main Rd Champs Fleurs San Juan-Laventille Trinidad & Tobago South America (868) 645-2337 http://www.caribbrewery.com/ Would you like to share your opinion of Carib Ginger Shandy? Submit your review below.

No. 235

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.7% Brewed By Bøgedal Bryghus Høllundvej 9 Vejle Region of Southern Denmark Denmark Europe +45 40116268 http://www.boegedal.com/engelsk/brewery1.html Does No. 235 tie the room together? Give us your review below.

No. 233

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.4% Brewed By Bøgedal Bryghus Høllundvej 9 Vejle Region of Southern Denmark Denmark Europe +45 40116268 http://www.boegedal.com/engelsk/brewery1.html Did you try this beer? Enter your review of No. 233 in the below form.

Edelweiss Weissbier Snowfresh

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Bräu Union Salzachtal Bundesstrasse Nord 37 Hallein Salzburg Austria Europe +43 06245 795 0 http://www.edelweissbier.at/ The dude abides. Does Edelweiss Weissbier Snowfresh? Submit your review below.

DaDo Bier Ilex

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Cervejaria DaDo Bier Av. Túlio de Rose 80 Porto Alegre Rio Grande do Su Brazil South America +55 3076 3001 http://cervejaria.dadobier.com.br/ What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did DaDo Bier Ilex make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review […]

Chardon Chenevière

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.5% Brewed By Brasserie du Chardon Rue Charles de Gaulle Crolles Rhône-Alpes France Europe +33 4 76 40 47 75 http://www.brasserie-du-chardon.com/en/accueil/ 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 […]

No. 231

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.5% Brewed By Bøgedal Bryghus Høllundvej 9 Vejle Region of Southern Denmark Denmark Europe +45 40116268 http://www.boegedal.com/engelsk/brewery1.html Did you experience No. 231? Give us your review below.

Rose Aimée

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Multi-Brasses 1209 St Joseph Tingwick Quebec Canada North America (819) 359-3887 http://www.microbrasserie.ca Are you a fan of Rose Aimée? Enter your review of Rose Aimée below.

Barnstown Brune Épicée

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Boquébière 50 Rue Wellington Nord Sherbrooke Quebec Canada North America (819) 542-1311 http://boquebiere.com Good people drink good beer. Is Barnstown Brune Épicée good? Let us know with your review below.

La Trip Des Schoune

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Ferme Brasserie Schoune 2075 Ste-Catherine Saint-Polycarpe Quebec Canada North America (877) 599-5599 http://www.schoune.com Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on La Trip Des Schoune by filling out your review below.

L’Érabière

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By Ferme Brasserie Schoune 2075 Ste-Catherine Saint-Polycarpe Quebec Canada North America (877) 599-5599 http://www.schoune.com Want to share your review of L’Érabière? Submit your review below.

L’Infusée

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.4% Brewed By Brasseurs Du Monde 6600 Boulevard Choquette Saint-Hyacinthe Quebec Canada North America (450) 250-2611 www.brasseursdumonde.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of L’Infusée below.

L’Affriolante

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Le Bilboquet Brasseur Artisan 1850 Rue Des Cascades O Saint-Hyacinthe Quebec Canada North America (450) 771-6900 http://www.lebilboquet.qc.ca/ Thank you sir, will you have another L’Affriolante? Give us your review below.

Cuivrée Au Thé

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5% Brewed By La Barberie 310 Rue Saint-Roch Quebec City Quebec Canada North America (418) 522-4373 www.labarberie.com Want to share your review of Cuivrée Au Thé? Submit your review below.

Ambree Aux Piments Forts

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 4.5% Brewed By La Barberie 310 Rue Saint-Roch Quebec City Quebec Canada North America (418) 522-4373 www.labarberie.com WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Ambree Aux Piments Forts below.

Tord Vis

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By Brasseurs R.J. 5585 de la Roche Rue Montreal Quebec Canada North America (514) 274-4941 www.brasseursrj.com Are you a fan of Tord Vis? Enter your review of Tord Vis below.

Rosée D’hibiscus

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.9% Brewed By Brasserie Dieu Du Ciel 29 Avenue Laurier Ouest Montreal Quebec Canada North America (514) 490-9555 www.dieuduciel.com Want to share your review of Rosée D’hibiscus? Submit your review below.

Annedale Spruce

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): Unknown% Brewed By Brasserie Dieu Du Ciel 29 Avenue Laurier Ouest Montreal Quebec Canada North America (514) 490-9555 www.dieuduciel.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 […]

13e Étage

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 5.1% Brewed By Brasserie Dieu Du Ciel 29 Avenue Laurier Ouest Montreal Quebec Canada North America (514) 490-9555 www.dieuduciel.com The dude abides. Does 13e Étage? Submit your review below.

L’amère Noël

Spice, Herb, or Vegetable Beer

Jun 222013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 6% Brewed By L’Amère à Boire 2049 St Denis St Montreal Quebec Canada North America (514) 282-7448 www.ameraboire.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. […]

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.