Finally, after a long hiatus, I am finally back to brewing. I just went to the combo “garden” and homebrew shop in downtown Missoula, and picked up some interesting ingredients and winged it. Fermentables 3 lbs. – Dry Light Malt Extract 0.25 lbs. -  Smoked Pale Malt 1 lbs. –...

Ay…I feel like I should be putting on my non-existant kilt. The beer has two of my favorite phrases; oak-aged and Scottish Ale, so I just had to try it out. Bridgeport Brewing Highland Ambush Particulars 6.7% ABV ~40IBUs Bridgeport Brewing Highland Ambush Notes Appearance: Dark...

This beer is the one that I never pick up. I always see it sitting there next to the other Bitterroot Brewing brews, and yet I have never grabbed one. That was until tonight when I grabbed from the lone grocery store in Lolo as I was too lazy to drive into town. Bitterroot Brewing Nut Brown...

The 2011 Abyss Imperial Stout from Deschutes is a sensory explosion. Rich aromas, a multitude of flavors, and an intriguing color, all make the Abyss most desirable. 2011 Abyss Particulars 11% ABV 65 IBUs 2011 Abyss Notes Appearance: Poured a deep mocha with a chunky tan head. Aroma: Warmth...

Rare event for Montana, four beer geeks in the same place at the same time. The place was The Rhino (one of the best craft beer bars in the state). The geeks were Ryan Newhouse of Drink It Missoula, Alan of Growler Fills, and Curtis of Montana Beers. We had a great time talking great beer and...