I got a great recommendation from Dan at the Thriftway Conaco, “I had to pour that down the drain.” Not exactly a ringing endorsement. But hey, the price was right. Have to say right off the get go, that I did not enjoying the first sip, but it grew on me with a few more sips. The spices...

Clean…this beer is simply clean. Just a pleasurable drink. Appearance: Poured a crisp golden with a thin white head. Fine carbonation. Aroma: Fresh baked biscuit with tinges of floral hops Mouthfeel: Just clean…hits the palette with a soft maltiness and then it’s gone. Taste: Finite...

What a Valentine’s Day gift, a bomber of Hoptimum Whole Cone Imperial IPA from Sierra Nevada. It waited in my frig until last night, and I am glad that I waited as the anticipation made the experience all the more memorable. I paired this brew with Saint Andre triple cream (yes, triple)...