Enjoying the Bounty of Hops Grapes and Grain
Living in the Willamette Valley for over 15 years the Pinots from the area have a special place in my heart. Solena’s 2014 Grand Cuvee Pinot Noir does not disappoint with a nice floral nose, flavor of black currant and not a…
True to its name these are some juicy hops, like downright tropical! I better save one of these for August when I need something refreshing on a hot day. Ninkasi adds one more must try IPA to their lineup with this Pristmatic…
Have I ever mentioned that I like Oregon beer? Three Creeks Brewing from Sisters, Oregon give me yet another reminder as to why with their Fivepine Chocolate Porter. This beer is slightly sweet and tastes a bit like milk chocolate, the taste…
I’ve already reviewed it so nothing more today, just sharing the love:
Normally I’m not an advocate of beer with fruit, but for Hop Valley’s Imperial Mistress I’ll make an exception. The grapefruit peel in this beer gives me a distinct impression of spring even though it’s still more than a month away –…
For a “not” this is definitely an Irish Red. The only thing not Irish about this beer is that it’s from Portland, Oregon. Immediately recognizable, malty, balanced hops and a slightly sweet finish. When drinking Irish pub music is compulsory, “Alexa, play…