Charley
Apr 14th, 2002, 06:40:21 PM
In this thread, I will be reviewing all beers and any bottled alcoholic derivatives that I sample, and appraising them with both a description, and a rating out of ten.
Amber Bock Rating: 6 out of 10
A rather light amber, with a strong taste, yet a lacking a full body and true "identity". A reasonable excuse if your local grocer doesn't stock Killians, Guinness, or anything else with similar strong bite.
Anchor Steam 8 out of 10
This is a unique brew. Its an ale, due to its fermentation method, but its brewed at a much colder temperature...more familiar with a lager. The result is a flavorful brew that can be as robust or as light as you like. I found it to be rather hearty, like a bock or killian's irish. A good choice if you go to California.
Bacardi Silver 4 out of 10
Bacardi follows the trend Smirnoff Ice started, incorporating their trademark 151 rum into a fruit-flavored malt beverage, in an attempt to answer the market dominated by Zima and Smirnoff Ice. The bottle is beautiful, and worthy of collecting. The drink is a different story, as the Bacardi seems to clash with the rest of the drink, producing two completely different and uncooperating flavors that leave the palette rather unfulfilled. My advice is to drink one, save the bottle for display, and forget about this sub-par drink.
Bass Ale 8 out of 10
I love bitter ales for some reason, and Bass is one of the best I've had. Its got a potent taste, but vanishes immediately, making the beer crisp, flavorful, and enjoyable. The higher alcohol content inherent in a bitter is also a plus. Hooray to England for another good brew.
Becks 7 out of 10
German engineering is always the sign of a winner. Becks is a textbook-style lager, with a full flavor and light body. A good change of pace from an everyday draft, and yet not too much of a departure from the norm.
Budweiser 4 out of 10
Undeniably the most recognizable beer in the world, Bud is simply a staple. Nothing is remarkable about this beer, except for perhaps a somewhat disagreeable aftertaste that can make the bottom of a pilsner glass an unpleasant experience.
Bud Light 6 out of 10
Perhaps even more widespread than its "heavier" original, Bud Light is an extension of the classic, with its generic flavor and body. However, I find the disdainful aftertaste of Budweiser to be absent in its lighter version.
Charleston Brown 7 out of 10
A solid brew from South Carolina, I enjoyed it very much. However, it lacked that extra...something, that I look for to distinguish a good Brown Ale from the rest. Mind you, Brown Ales are perhaps among the best beers out there, but that alone isn't the mark of perfection. All in all, a good beer to sit down to, but nothing spectacular.
Cider Jack Hard Cider 8 out of 10
I digress from bashing flavored malt beverages, and have to praise this excellent, yet difficult to find drink. Milder than the annoying citrus spinoffs, Cider Jack is a mellow compromise between those who are looking for a sweet flavor, and those who are looking for something beyond simply sugar.
Coors 3 out of 10
The "Silver Bullet" of Colorodo...stinks. With a fishier aftertaste than Budweiser, Coors can only be tolerated out of a pilsner, and barely. You can find a much better beer. Don't settle for Coors.
Coors Light 4 out of 10
Once again, a macrobrew's lighter counterpart is better than its original. Not by much, but Coors Light seems to be a completely different beer from its skunky parent. Maybe macrobrews should stick to making light beer, and leave full-bodied beers to smaller breweries, who seem to know how its done.
Corona 7 out of 10
An excellent "summer" beer, Corona's trademark lime is unique, stylish, and gives it an edge. Otherwise, Corona would lose much of its edge and flavor. Although, on its own, I would pair this against nearly any draft on the market.
Dos Equis XX Amber 7 out of 10
Somehow, Mexicans can make good beer, and make nothing else, except mexican food to go with their good mexican beer. Dos Equis is flavorful, with a smack of honey, and has an identity to make it distinctful amongst other summer brews.
Foster's Lager 5 out of 10
This Australian lager has a mild, agreeable taste at first, but later on, seems unremarkable, and almost bland. Its quite similar to Budweiser's general feel, but fortunately lacks the skunky aftertaste.
Grolsch 4 out of 10
This Danish beer tries to compare to bitter ales with its biting flavor. But nothing backs up its bite, making this beer rather repulsive to the palatte.
Guinness 9 out of 10
Luck of the Irish! Guinness has to win for the most absolutely unique beer I've ever sampled. Classed as a "draught porter", its got a thick, hearty, and full flavor, like its dark cousins. Also, its aftertaste is powerful, but not disagreeable. Unlike all other beers, however, Guinness is brewed and infused with nitrogen bubbles, which is different from other beers and their carbon dioxide bubbles. Why does this matter? Its all about how the bubbles interact with the tongue. Carbon Dioxide stings the tongue, and generally adds an edge to the drink. For some drinks, this is a desirable effect. Yet, for a porter of Guinness's potency, it would not work. Nitrogen makes the overall feel of the beer quite smooth, almost silken. Its more akin to drinking milk than drinking beer, and flows very well. The head is silky, and endures longer than other beers.. My recommendation is to have this straight from the draught, or from a specially made pint can. DO NOT drink Guinness from a bottle. The reason is that they cannot reproduce the nitrogen in a bottle, where they can in a can or from the tap. So they use Carbon Dioxide. Bottled Guinness is very difficult to drink, and its otherwise pleasant and unique aftertaste instead pesters and annoys the pallatte from a bottle.
EDIT: It appears that Guinness has made a profound invention. A bottle capable of delivering nitrogen-enriched, true Guinness. They have the same nitrogen widget that they put in their pint cans a decade ago. Amazing...absolutely amazing. Find the bottle (black label, not yellow) if you can, and give it a try. Its not in a pint :(, but its true Guinness nonetheless.
Heineken 8 out of 10
An amazing Danish brew, Heineken is both smooth and light, and is a posterboy for a generic "mainstay" beer. This beer ican often replace bud or coors as a preferred staple, and I would recommend it for casual drinkers.
Hooch 4 out of 10
An orange flavored malt beverage, there is nothing noteworthy about this drink, except maybe the lack of intelligence of whoever buys it. Why not just make a screwdriver or two?
Icehouse 6 out of 10
Brewed in New England and boasting a higher than normal alcohol content, this beer fails to deliver much else. A boring flavor and pestering aftertaste will scare away true beer connoisseurs, while indiscriminate drunkards may enjoy it.
Killian's Irish Red 8 out of 10
A decieving name...since its brewed out of Colorado, Killians has a strong, full-bodied flavor that is indicative of reds. I used to despise reds (for whatever foolish reason), but I have come full circle. Killians is a winner for so many reasons. Its strong, but the kickback of aftertaste is reduced to only a memory. Fortunately, this wonderful brew is carried at almost any grocery store. I recommend it to any who are considering graduating to Porters and other full-body stouts.
Kirin 6 out of 10
Chinese beer? Scared yet? Don't be. Kirin has a smooth, agreeable flavor, and delivers a pleasant tang. Wonderful with seafood and light dishes.
Labatts Blue 4 out of 10
Blame Canada! This beer, which has a funny ad campaign, is unfunny when opened. The aftertaste alone loses the battle for this scourge from the north, and I would advise you to avoid it like Canadian Figure Skating.
Michelob 3 out of 10
Another macrobrew failure. Run!
Michelob Light 3 out of 10
I can't find a redeeming factor for this light brew to distinguish it from its pathetic original. Avoid as well
Mike's Hard Lemonade 5 out of 10
Tart, tangy, and...did I say tart? Mike's is a mainstay amongst our girlfriends, and those guys with femininity complexes. Like smirnoff ice, its the malted alternative for people who don't like beer. Although, if you drink it, I would advise an alka seltzer chaser, for those with heartburn issues.
Miller Genuine Draft 2 out of 10
This beer frightens me to the point of refusal. That's profound.
Miller Lite 4 out of 10
Remarkably better than the original, but still rather lame, Miller Lite is one of the few beers I've seen that is better out of 8 ounce "pony" bottles. If you're that kind of beer drinker, go right ahead, but I will pass next time.
Molson Canadian 5 out of 10
Another Canadian beer that was recommended to me by Taylor. It is a very stable beer, nothing detracting from it, but nothing giving it any real defining value. Its essentially Budweiser, with a maple leaf stamped on it. I would give it a 6, but the way Canadians like to bitch about American macrobrews and claim their beer is better, I have to subtract a point...because they are morons.
Natural Light 1 out of 10
This beer is the only beer I've thrown up on. With a super econo price, you get what you pay for, unfortunately.
Newcastle 9 out of 10
English beer sounded like a winner to me, and I wasn't wrong. A curious brown ale, Newcastle has a rich flavor, and the aftertaste practically disappears in your mouth. These two factors alone sell this amazingly good beer.
Pilsner Urquell 8 out of 10
You know how Budweiser, Coors, Miller, and every other American and Canadian macrobrew company claims they have a "Pilsner" beer? They should be kicked for that. There is only one Pilsner, and its the only beer brewed as such in the original brewery at Pilzen, Czech Republic. Pilsner Urquell is a VERY old brewery, and it was here that Pilsner was invented...and has never been duplicated. Unlike American and Canadian "pilsners", this beer isn't overpowered by excessive soda-style carbonation. Instead, its very smooth, allowing a pleasant drink. Its also a fair bit hoppier than its imitators, which I prefer. Somehow, that strong hop taste evaporates completely, leaving no aftertaste at all. To anybody still drinking Bud, Coors, and Miller...I highly urge you to drink Pilsner Urquell, and find out what you're missing.
Red Stripe 8 out of 10
You know, I've become a rather relaxed guy about these south of the border brews. Before, when somebody would tell me to stuff a lime slice in my corona, I would look at them suspiciously. Now, these particular summer brews are rather good...yet another saving grace to a particularly tangy kind of lager. This one is Jamaican, and comes in something that looks like a bottle of marinade as opposed to a beer bottle. True to form, I stuffed the lime down the bottle opening, and was quite impressed. Its clean, light, and leaves almost no aftertaste, save for a citrus smack from the lime. This one's definitely a keeper for the next football game, as it complements chips and salsa perfectly.
Rogue Dead Guy Ale 8 out of 10
I love this name! Suprisingly, I found out that "dead guy ale" isn't a unique name, but an actual style of ale! I've had it a little over a year ago, from a microbrew who's name eludes me. At any rate, this beer will knock your teeth out. Dead Guy ales are very pale, and very poweful, with a bitter twang that shocks you, then leaves you as the aftertaste quickly retreats. Brewed in Oregon, this one's good for a lot of fun.
Rolling Rock 8 out of 10
I had given this beer a rather mean review earlier, but tried it again, and figured it needed a second opinion. I think the first time I had it, I was young and stupid, and didn't know a good beer from a bottle of urine. Rolling Rock is a wonderful pale. Wonderful like you're chugging alcholic mountain spring water. If you can find this stuff, get it ice cold, and you'll find a slice of heaven right there.
Samuel Adams Cherry Wheat 8 out of 10
This theme beer was recommended by Taylor Millard, and it has impressed me from the start. A "theme ale", this beer is brewed with a cherry flavor, which sounds awful, but in reality blends so amazingly well with the beer's primary wheat base. A flavorful and delightful experience, and a perfect "sipping beer".
Samuel Smith Taddy Porter 8 out of 10
I was wary when I saw this English porter, concerned that any normal-brewed porter would be vicious, as bottled Guinness was. Perhaps I was just spoiled on Guinness and didn't know better, but this porter is very good. Its aftertaste diminishes faster than Guinness, allowing this flavor-packed beer to be enjoyed rather than endured. Like all porters, its great with steak.
Samuel Smith Nut Brown 6 out of 10
Another brown that doesn't offer anything unique, Samuel Smith gets a double whammy because its so damn expensive. Nearly twice the price of any other beer, I was expecting something distinguished about it. At six dollars a bottle, its an average brown, and frankly not worth the price.
Sapporo 9 out of 10
Draft beer seems to be rather "average". Yet this german-designed, Japanese beer raises the bar to levels other mainstay beers cannot compete with. The flavor is the most mild, agreeable taste I've seen in a beer, with zero aftertaste at all. This beer is enjoyable in almost any incarnation, and I would recommend it for anybody...even those who dislike beer.
Smirnoff Ice 7 out of 10
Without burning the pit of your stomach with overkill and tang, this malt beverage follows in Zima's footsteps and is an enjoyable drink for the non beer drinker.
Tequiza 1 out of 10
Whoever thought mixing bad beer and the worst liquor ever made should die. If I invent a time machine, I will find this person's mother when they were pregnant, and jump on her stomach repeatedly.
Tsingtao 6 out of 10
Another Chinese beer, Tsingtao is good, but not great. There is too much tang in the overall flavor to make the beer agreeable, and a lingering aftertaste holds it back.
Two Dogs Lemon Brew 5 out of 10
I'm not a fan of this citrus malt drink, but it doesn't offend me. A decent pacifier for the beer-hater in your party.
Amber Bock Rating: 6 out of 10
A rather light amber, with a strong taste, yet a lacking a full body and true "identity". A reasonable excuse if your local grocer doesn't stock Killians, Guinness, or anything else with similar strong bite.
Anchor Steam 8 out of 10
This is a unique brew. Its an ale, due to its fermentation method, but its brewed at a much colder temperature...more familiar with a lager. The result is a flavorful brew that can be as robust or as light as you like. I found it to be rather hearty, like a bock or killian's irish. A good choice if you go to California.
Bacardi Silver 4 out of 10
Bacardi follows the trend Smirnoff Ice started, incorporating their trademark 151 rum into a fruit-flavored malt beverage, in an attempt to answer the market dominated by Zima and Smirnoff Ice. The bottle is beautiful, and worthy of collecting. The drink is a different story, as the Bacardi seems to clash with the rest of the drink, producing two completely different and uncooperating flavors that leave the palette rather unfulfilled. My advice is to drink one, save the bottle for display, and forget about this sub-par drink.
Bass Ale 8 out of 10
I love bitter ales for some reason, and Bass is one of the best I've had. Its got a potent taste, but vanishes immediately, making the beer crisp, flavorful, and enjoyable. The higher alcohol content inherent in a bitter is also a plus. Hooray to England for another good brew.
Becks 7 out of 10
German engineering is always the sign of a winner. Becks is a textbook-style lager, with a full flavor and light body. A good change of pace from an everyday draft, and yet not too much of a departure from the norm.
Budweiser 4 out of 10
Undeniably the most recognizable beer in the world, Bud is simply a staple. Nothing is remarkable about this beer, except for perhaps a somewhat disagreeable aftertaste that can make the bottom of a pilsner glass an unpleasant experience.
Bud Light 6 out of 10
Perhaps even more widespread than its "heavier" original, Bud Light is an extension of the classic, with its generic flavor and body. However, I find the disdainful aftertaste of Budweiser to be absent in its lighter version.
Charleston Brown 7 out of 10
A solid brew from South Carolina, I enjoyed it very much. However, it lacked that extra...something, that I look for to distinguish a good Brown Ale from the rest. Mind you, Brown Ales are perhaps among the best beers out there, but that alone isn't the mark of perfection. All in all, a good beer to sit down to, but nothing spectacular.
Cider Jack Hard Cider 8 out of 10
I digress from bashing flavored malt beverages, and have to praise this excellent, yet difficult to find drink. Milder than the annoying citrus spinoffs, Cider Jack is a mellow compromise between those who are looking for a sweet flavor, and those who are looking for something beyond simply sugar.
Coors 3 out of 10
The "Silver Bullet" of Colorodo...stinks. With a fishier aftertaste than Budweiser, Coors can only be tolerated out of a pilsner, and barely. You can find a much better beer. Don't settle for Coors.
Coors Light 4 out of 10
Once again, a macrobrew's lighter counterpart is better than its original. Not by much, but Coors Light seems to be a completely different beer from its skunky parent. Maybe macrobrews should stick to making light beer, and leave full-bodied beers to smaller breweries, who seem to know how its done.
Corona 7 out of 10
An excellent "summer" beer, Corona's trademark lime is unique, stylish, and gives it an edge. Otherwise, Corona would lose much of its edge and flavor. Although, on its own, I would pair this against nearly any draft on the market.
Dos Equis XX Amber 7 out of 10
Somehow, Mexicans can make good beer, and make nothing else, except mexican food to go with their good mexican beer. Dos Equis is flavorful, with a smack of honey, and has an identity to make it distinctful amongst other summer brews.
Foster's Lager 5 out of 10
This Australian lager has a mild, agreeable taste at first, but later on, seems unremarkable, and almost bland. Its quite similar to Budweiser's general feel, but fortunately lacks the skunky aftertaste.
Grolsch 4 out of 10
This Danish beer tries to compare to bitter ales with its biting flavor. But nothing backs up its bite, making this beer rather repulsive to the palatte.
Guinness 9 out of 10
Luck of the Irish! Guinness has to win for the most absolutely unique beer I've ever sampled. Classed as a "draught porter", its got a thick, hearty, and full flavor, like its dark cousins. Also, its aftertaste is powerful, but not disagreeable. Unlike all other beers, however, Guinness is brewed and infused with nitrogen bubbles, which is different from other beers and their carbon dioxide bubbles. Why does this matter? Its all about how the bubbles interact with the tongue. Carbon Dioxide stings the tongue, and generally adds an edge to the drink. For some drinks, this is a desirable effect. Yet, for a porter of Guinness's potency, it would not work. Nitrogen makes the overall feel of the beer quite smooth, almost silken. Its more akin to drinking milk than drinking beer, and flows very well. The head is silky, and endures longer than other beers.. My recommendation is to have this straight from the draught, or from a specially made pint can. DO NOT drink Guinness from a bottle. The reason is that they cannot reproduce the nitrogen in a bottle, where they can in a can or from the tap. So they use Carbon Dioxide. Bottled Guinness is very difficult to drink, and its otherwise pleasant and unique aftertaste instead pesters and annoys the pallatte from a bottle.
EDIT: It appears that Guinness has made a profound invention. A bottle capable of delivering nitrogen-enriched, true Guinness. They have the same nitrogen widget that they put in their pint cans a decade ago. Amazing...absolutely amazing. Find the bottle (black label, not yellow) if you can, and give it a try. Its not in a pint :(, but its true Guinness nonetheless.
Heineken 8 out of 10
An amazing Danish brew, Heineken is both smooth and light, and is a posterboy for a generic "mainstay" beer. This beer ican often replace bud or coors as a preferred staple, and I would recommend it for casual drinkers.
Hooch 4 out of 10
An orange flavored malt beverage, there is nothing noteworthy about this drink, except maybe the lack of intelligence of whoever buys it. Why not just make a screwdriver or two?
Icehouse 6 out of 10
Brewed in New England and boasting a higher than normal alcohol content, this beer fails to deliver much else. A boring flavor and pestering aftertaste will scare away true beer connoisseurs, while indiscriminate drunkards may enjoy it.
Killian's Irish Red 8 out of 10
A decieving name...since its brewed out of Colorado, Killians has a strong, full-bodied flavor that is indicative of reds. I used to despise reds (for whatever foolish reason), but I have come full circle. Killians is a winner for so many reasons. Its strong, but the kickback of aftertaste is reduced to only a memory. Fortunately, this wonderful brew is carried at almost any grocery store. I recommend it to any who are considering graduating to Porters and other full-body stouts.
Kirin 6 out of 10
Chinese beer? Scared yet? Don't be. Kirin has a smooth, agreeable flavor, and delivers a pleasant tang. Wonderful with seafood and light dishes.
Labatts Blue 4 out of 10
Blame Canada! This beer, which has a funny ad campaign, is unfunny when opened. The aftertaste alone loses the battle for this scourge from the north, and I would advise you to avoid it like Canadian Figure Skating.
Michelob 3 out of 10
Another macrobrew failure. Run!
Michelob Light 3 out of 10
I can't find a redeeming factor for this light brew to distinguish it from its pathetic original. Avoid as well
Mike's Hard Lemonade 5 out of 10
Tart, tangy, and...did I say tart? Mike's is a mainstay amongst our girlfriends, and those guys with femininity complexes. Like smirnoff ice, its the malted alternative for people who don't like beer. Although, if you drink it, I would advise an alka seltzer chaser, for those with heartburn issues.
Miller Genuine Draft 2 out of 10
This beer frightens me to the point of refusal. That's profound.
Miller Lite 4 out of 10
Remarkably better than the original, but still rather lame, Miller Lite is one of the few beers I've seen that is better out of 8 ounce "pony" bottles. If you're that kind of beer drinker, go right ahead, but I will pass next time.
Molson Canadian 5 out of 10
Another Canadian beer that was recommended to me by Taylor. It is a very stable beer, nothing detracting from it, but nothing giving it any real defining value. Its essentially Budweiser, with a maple leaf stamped on it. I would give it a 6, but the way Canadians like to bitch about American macrobrews and claim their beer is better, I have to subtract a point...because they are morons.
Natural Light 1 out of 10
This beer is the only beer I've thrown up on. With a super econo price, you get what you pay for, unfortunately.
Newcastle 9 out of 10
English beer sounded like a winner to me, and I wasn't wrong. A curious brown ale, Newcastle has a rich flavor, and the aftertaste practically disappears in your mouth. These two factors alone sell this amazingly good beer.
Pilsner Urquell 8 out of 10
You know how Budweiser, Coors, Miller, and every other American and Canadian macrobrew company claims they have a "Pilsner" beer? They should be kicked for that. There is only one Pilsner, and its the only beer brewed as such in the original brewery at Pilzen, Czech Republic. Pilsner Urquell is a VERY old brewery, and it was here that Pilsner was invented...and has never been duplicated. Unlike American and Canadian "pilsners", this beer isn't overpowered by excessive soda-style carbonation. Instead, its very smooth, allowing a pleasant drink. Its also a fair bit hoppier than its imitators, which I prefer. Somehow, that strong hop taste evaporates completely, leaving no aftertaste at all. To anybody still drinking Bud, Coors, and Miller...I highly urge you to drink Pilsner Urquell, and find out what you're missing.
Red Stripe 8 out of 10
You know, I've become a rather relaxed guy about these south of the border brews. Before, when somebody would tell me to stuff a lime slice in my corona, I would look at them suspiciously. Now, these particular summer brews are rather good...yet another saving grace to a particularly tangy kind of lager. This one is Jamaican, and comes in something that looks like a bottle of marinade as opposed to a beer bottle. True to form, I stuffed the lime down the bottle opening, and was quite impressed. Its clean, light, and leaves almost no aftertaste, save for a citrus smack from the lime. This one's definitely a keeper for the next football game, as it complements chips and salsa perfectly.
Rogue Dead Guy Ale 8 out of 10
I love this name! Suprisingly, I found out that "dead guy ale" isn't a unique name, but an actual style of ale! I've had it a little over a year ago, from a microbrew who's name eludes me. At any rate, this beer will knock your teeth out. Dead Guy ales are very pale, and very poweful, with a bitter twang that shocks you, then leaves you as the aftertaste quickly retreats. Brewed in Oregon, this one's good for a lot of fun.
Rolling Rock 8 out of 10
I had given this beer a rather mean review earlier, but tried it again, and figured it needed a second opinion. I think the first time I had it, I was young and stupid, and didn't know a good beer from a bottle of urine. Rolling Rock is a wonderful pale. Wonderful like you're chugging alcholic mountain spring water. If you can find this stuff, get it ice cold, and you'll find a slice of heaven right there.
Samuel Adams Cherry Wheat 8 out of 10
This theme beer was recommended by Taylor Millard, and it has impressed me from the start. A "theme ale", this beer is brewed with a cherry flavor, which sounds awful, but in reality blends so amazingly well with the beer's primary wheat base. A flavorful and delightful experience, and a perfect "sipping beer".
Samuel Smith Taddy Porter 8 out of 10
I was wary when I saw this English porter, concerned that any normal-brewed porter would be vicious, as bottled Guinness was. Perhaps I was just spoiled on Guinness and didn't know better, but this porter is very good. Its aftertaste diminishes faster than Guinness, allowing this flavor-packed beer to be enjoyed rather than endured. Like all porters, its great with steak.
Samuel Smith Nut Brown 6 out of 10
Another brown that doesn't offer anything unique, Samuel Smith gets a double whammy because its so damn expensive. Nearly twice the price of any other beer, I was expecting something distinguished about it. At six dollars a bottle, its an average brown, and frankly not worth the price.
Sapporo 9 out of 10
Draft beer seems to be rather "average". Yet this german-designed, Japanese beer raises the bar to levels other mainstay beers cannot compete with. The flavor is the most mild, agreeable taste I've seen in a beer, with zero aftertaste at all. This beer is enjoyable in almost any incarnation, and I would recommend it for anybody...even those who dislike beer.
Smirnoff Ice 7 out of 10
Without burning the pit of your stomach with overkill and tang, this malt beverage follows in Zima's footsteps and is an enjoyable drink for the non beer drinker.
Tequiza 1 out of 10
Whoever thought mixing bad beer and the worst liquor ever made should die. If I invent a time machine, I will find this person's mother when they were pregnant, and jump on her stomach repeatedly.
Tsingtao 6 out of 10
Another Chinese beer, Tsingtao is good, but not great. There is too much tang in the overall flavor to make the beer agreeable, and a lingering aftertaste holds it back.
Two Dogs Lemon Brew 5 out of 10
I'm not a fan of this citrus malt drink, but it doesn't offend me. A decent pacifier for the beer-hater in your party.