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Klostergarden – Alstadberger – 6.75 out of 7 smokestacks

Posted on January 5, 2018 by SmokeBeerMinistry

Alstadberger is really good. Klostergarden is a great example of an organization that focused so closely on honing their craft of this beer, that they were able to refine this into a world leading example of smokebeer. Some brewers simply … Continue reading →

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Mikkeller – Rauch Geek – 3 out of 7

Posted on December 13, 2015 by SmokeBeerMinistry

In the spirit of full disclosure, I’ve had a few tonight. One thing about beer reviews is that one’s mood can play into the review. Regardless of my spirits (psychological or ingested), I feel fully prepared to deliver an unbiased … Continue reading →

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HaandBryggeriet – ‘norwegian wood’ – 5.5 out of 7 Smokestacks

Posted on October 27, 2014 by SmokeBeerMinistry

This traditional Norwegian smoked ale with juniper twigs and berries garnered some Ooh’s and Aah’s when the “pretty autumn color” poured into everyone’s taster glass. Then some frowns cropped up when the subtle charcoal smoky smells were breathed in. I’ve got … Continue reading →

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HaandBryggeriet – Røyk Uten ild (Smoke Without Fire) – 4.5 out of 7 Smokestacks

Posted on October 27, 2014 by SmokeBeerMinistry

This Norwegian smoked ale is probably as brown as brown can get before turning black. And given that it is so dark, you must watch out for the silt, because it is in there, laying dormant, ready for you to … Continue reading →

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Nøgne Ø – Sunturnbrew – 4 out of 7

Posted on August 17, 2014 by SmokeBeerMinistry

Nøgne Ø – Sunturnbrew from Grimstad, Norway. A beer brewed on the shortest day of the year is a concept that everyone seems to love, but the final score came out telling a story of indifference. This beer was reviewed … Continue reading →

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