Shamus O'Sean Posted December 16, 2023 Share Posted December 16, 2023 Beer Cartel Advent Calendar, day 16 - Seven Mile Brewing - Quiver Killer - West Coast IPA Nice citrus aromas Strong sharp bitterness that fades as you sip on Good mouthfeel, almost creamy A great example of the style 8.5/10 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussiekraut Posted December 17, 2023 Share Posted December 17, 2023 Advent calendar, day 17: Flor Saison, a farmhouse ale by La Sirène Brewing. It has all the typical farmhouse traits with its funky flavours and a decent sourness. There is some oak flavour from the fermentation in oak vessels. I like it but wouldn’t want to drink it every day. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamus O'Sean Posted December 17, 2023 Share Posted December 17, 2023 Beer Cartel Advent Calendar, day 17 - Little Bang Brewery - Utopia Californian Pale Ale Apricot/Peach aromas Slightly harsh bitterness - a bit like orange rind It had a dry, kind of watery finish By the time I finished it, I did not mind the flavour. However, it took 3/4's of a glass to accept it. 6/10 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kegory Posted December 17, 2023 Share Posted December 17, 2023 Pirate Life Pale Ale 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coopers DIY Beer Team Posted December 17, 2023 Share Posted December 17, 2023 On 12/16/2023 at 8:16 PM, Popo the Degenerate said: I'd be keen for a Coopers advent calendar. I'll pass it on to Marketing. Cheers, Frank. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mackbrew Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 On 12/16/2023 at 8:46 PM, Popo the Degenerate said: I'd be keen for a Coopers@Coopers DIY Beer Team advent calendar Any chance for next year? I like the idea too, but perhaps put a twist on it and make it a Aussie summer holiday one for post Christmas. I get way too busy in the lead up to Christmas to really appreciate tasting beer, but once Christmas comes me and the fridge resume our relationship. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popo the Reprobate Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 4 hours ago, Coopers DIY Beer Team said: I'll pass it on to Marketing. Cheers, Frank. Put me down for a pre-order 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamus O'Sean Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 Beer Cartel Advent Calendar, day 18 - Green Beacon Brewing - Strawberry Creaming Soda Ice Cream Sour It has the "sour" aroma plus vanilla Loads of vanilla/lactose flavour plus strawberry, then the sour zing on the follow-up Reminds me of strawberries and cream lollies, but with a sour patch kids coating Some folks will not like this brew. However, I thought it was great 8.5/10 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kegory Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 Orval Trappist Ale, Brasserie d'Orval A herbal/medicinal aroma with some kind of fruity (stone fruit/dried fruit?) hint. There are cidery and herbal flavours with a distinct Brettanomyces character. Definitely not a session ale, not for me at least. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kegory Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 On 12/17/2023 at 12:23 PM, Aussiekraut said: Advent calendar, day 17: Flor Saison, a farmhouse ale by La Sirène Brewing. It has all the typical farmhouse traits with its funky flavours and a decent sourness. There is some oak flavour from the fermentation in oak vessels. I like it but wouldn’t want to drink it every day. La Sirene have just opened up their new brewery and tap room only a few blocks away from where I live. I haven't been there yet but I'm hoping to get there soon. They seem to be highly regarded. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Back Brewing Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 (edited) 5 minutes ago, Kegory said: Orval Trappist Ale, Brasserie d'Orval A herbal/medicinal aroma with some kind of fruity (stone fruit/dried fruit?) hint. There are cidery and herbal flavours with a distinct Brettanomyces character. Definitely not a session ale, not for me at least. Good onya kegs you go through so many discomforts for this forum Edited December 18, 2023 by Back Brewing 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kegory Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 1 minute ago, Back Brewing said: Good onya kegs you go through so many discomforts for this forum Taking one for the team . When it's your turn to go ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussiekraut Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 Advent calendar, day 18: Killer Raspberry by Dangerous Ales. Very tasty, nicely sour, not too much alcohol. Very good. If only it wasn’t raspberry 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoppy81 Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 A 4pk of these beauties should do me this afternoon. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classic Brewing Co Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 36 minutes ago, Hoppy81 said: A 4pk of these beauties should do me this afternoon. Those limited-edition cans are great, but I think you should have got 2 mate. Just saying, in case you get the taste for it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoppy81 Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 13 minutes ago, Classic Brewing Co said: Those limited-edition cans are great, but I think you should have got 2 mate. Just saying, in case you get the taste for it. You're probably right Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamus O'Sean Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 (edited) Beer Cartel Advent Calendar, day 19 - Bridge Road Brewers - Fog Jnr - Hazy Mid Plenty of pineapple and citrus aroma Lots of flavour for a mid-strength Quite good mouthfeel Mild bitterness to suit the lower ABV, but the hop notes give it some extra flavour 7/10 for what it is, but 6/10 based on the standard of brews in the calendar so far I often wonder if the breweries are allocated a beer to brew or if they nominate one or a couple and the Beer Cartel Crew select the one they want the brewery to make. In this case, Bridge Road Brewers picked the short straw. Edited December 19, 2023 by Shamus O'Sean 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamus O'Sean Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 Beer Cartel Advent Calendar, day 14 (on day 19) - Molly Rose - Wit's the Season - Witbier Peppery and citrus aroma Clean dry taste, with plenty of lime Peppery aftertaste 7/10 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kegory Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 Shepherd Neame Christmas Ale This seems to be based on their Pale Ale although a bit less bitter and with something my nose and my tongue want to call marzipan. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussiekraut Posted December 19, 2023 Share Posted December 19, 2023 Advent Calendar, day 19: Party Shirt Session Hazy by Shapeshifter Brewing. A nice pale beer with lots of fruity flavours. Good to drink and at 4.5% fairly sessionable. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamus O'Sean Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 Beer Cartel Advent Calendar, day 20 - Good Land Brewing - Steez! - American White IPA (A combo of American IPA and Belgian Wit) Citrus aroma with subdued spiciness Good flavours with a clean easy to drink note Reasonable bitterness, but pretty balanced More American IPA than Belgian Wit Very nice 8/10 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classic Brewing Co Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 1 hour ago, Shamus O'Sean said: Beer Cartel Advent Calendar, day 20 - Good Land Brewing - Steez! - American White IPA (A combo of American IPA and Belgian Wit) Citrus aroma with subdued spiciness Good flavours with a clean easy to drink note Reasonable bitterness, but pretty balanced More American IPA than Belgian Wit Very nice 8/10 That's very clear for an IPA Shamus, but with your high rating I suggest you are enjoying it. Pardon my question, you do not seem to be a heady beer sort of guy, that's cool if you like it that way, just saying that's all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamus O'Sean Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 19 minutes ago, Classic Brewing Co said: That's very clear for an IPA Shamus, but with your high rating I suggest you are enjoying it. Pardon my question, you do not seem to be a heady beer sort of guy, that's cool if you like it that way, just saying that's all. West Coast IPAs are generally clearer. However, they usually have more Crystal Malts that add colour and sweetness. By comparison, to achieve the White moniker, this brew is probably Pilsner and Wheat Malt. This was a good beer. When it comes to froth, I can take it or leave it. I do not robustly pour a can into a glass. I suppose I would rather have more liquid than froth. When pouring from my kegerator, if I get a good froth in the glass, I will leave it sit on the drip tray under the tap for a couple of minutes and go back and top it up once the froth has died down. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classic Brewing Co Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 1 minute ago, Shamus O'Sean said: West Coast IPAs are generally clearer. However, they usually have more Crystal Malts that add colour and sweetness. By comparison, to achieve the White moniker, this brew is probably Pilsner and Wheat Malt. This was a good beer. When it comes to froth, I can take it or leave it. I do not robustly pour a can into a glass. I suppose I would rather have more liquid than froth. When pouring from my kegerator, if I get a good froth in the glass, I will leave it sit on the drip tray under the tap for a couple of minutes and go back and top it up once the froth has died down. OK, Shamus I understand, that's cool, each to their own, I guess. I have a couple of mates who share your view. All good. Merry Xmas mate. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussiekraut Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 Advent calendar, day 20: Dark Red IPA by Six String Brewing. Not bad for an IPA as I would say Bitterness is right in IPA territory and so is the ABV. I do like what the darker malts bring to the table though. Good to drink…for an IPA 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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