Monthly Archives: January 2016

Ass Kisser – Stubborn Jack Smoked Porter Ale – 2 out of 7

Posted on January 24, 2016 by SmokeBeerMinistry

Smells like a thick, rich, and delicious barrel aged smoked beer. Looks and pours like one too. But the taste… where is the taste? My palate was quite prepared for something at the opposite end of the spectrum, but that … Continue reading →

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Jopen / The Monarchy – Grätzer historic ale – 3 out of 7

Posted on January 20, 2016 by SmokeBeerMinistry

Its a snow day at SBM, so you are allowed to question The Witchdoctor’s sobriety. A sour bitterness hits you front and center. Smells great. Tastes fine. The bitterness hides the wheat flavors. The smoke stands out. Tiny tiny bit … Continue reading →

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Destihl Brewery – 1920 Stout Imperiale – 5 out of 7

Posted on January 3, 2016 by SmokeBeerMinistry

Yep, this beer tastes a lot like the expensive beers are tasting nowadays… the expensive barrel aged ones. At $20 a bottle Destihl really does have to deliver a product that their customer is expecting, which in this case delivers … Continue reading →

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