Budde's- The Coolers Part 6

It's time to get back to the important things in life- beers.

Porter Rico by Arcadia Brewing Company

I generally like the porter style of beer. This beer violates that general like I have for porters. The coconut adds nothing productive to this beer. My recommendation- don't waste any time or money on this one.

Mugshot Rye Porter by Urban Legend Brewing Company

This rye porter is the other end of the scale from Porter Rico. The addition of rye adds spicy notes to this well crafted porter. It is worth a try if you aren't shy about trying a darker beer with flavor.

Wake Up Dead Nitro by Left Hand Brewing

This is a big beer. A Russian Imperial Stout with full body and 10.2% ABV. If you have not tried a beer with nitrogen instead of CO2 you should. It is a real treat for your mouth.

Old Stock Ale by North Coast Brewing

Old Stock Ale is a beer for the ages. More technically correct it is a beer that will improve with age. At 12% ABV it should be treated as a sipping beer. Enjoy in moderation.

Modus Hoperandi by Ska Brewing

The Ska Brewing Company claims this beer is "old man bitter". Being an old man I'm not sure what that means. It is heavily hopped with strong flavors of pine and grapefruit. It does carry enough malt to leave a smooth finish. It is brewed with the hop lover in mind. Not a beer for the hop shy.

Pilsner by Summit Brewing

There are not many beers in this series that are Carol Sutor approved. This is one. If you like Miller Lite but want a bit more flavor this beer will suit you just fine. Mike Blythe this may be your opportunity to try a craft beer and like it.

Double Jack by Firestone Walker

This double IPA does not fall in the Carol approved category. It is heavily hopped and has an ABV of 9.5%. The only saving grace is a strong malt backbone that makes it tolerable to those hop heads who aren't fully committed.

Anti-Hero IPA by Revolution Brewing

This is Revolution Brewing's flagship IPA. The blend of Chinook, Centennial, Crystal, Citra and Warrior hops make it a bitter hop lovers dream.

Old Rasputin by North Coast Brewing

This is a Russian Imperial Stout. It is a rich, intense brew with 9% ABV. The image on the label is a drawing of Rasputin encircled with the words in Russian "A sincere friend is not born instantly." It takes time to make friends with this beer. It is worth the effort.

Oatmeal Stout by Schlafly Brewing.

This is a stout made in the classic British style and brewed with flake oatmeal and roasted barley. The oatmeal imparts a smooth mouth feel and excellent stout flavor. A truly wonderfully made stout.