Gordon Biersch - Maibock

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Gordon Biersch Maibock

Gordon Biersch Brewing Company
357 E. Taylor Street
San Jose, CA USA
Est. 1988
www.gordonbiersch.com 

Brain Damage Quotient = 7.3 % ABV

Fluid Oz. = 12.0 

Postmortem Brew Review
Copper/deep orange color.
Roasted malt nose with little notice of hops.
Caramel tan head that has some stretchy lacing.
Moderate carbonation.

Malty sweet taste with slight alcohol warmth.
Medium bodied and smooth with dry finish.

Grim Reaper's Eulogy
Gordon Biersch's makes another in their series of German style beers wit htis Maibock. All I can say is that this is a smooth to drink bock (Einbecker style), and could easily see as a sessionable winter/spring beer. The alcohol warms, but is not harsh even at above 7%.

Not entirely remarkable, however, it definitely has merit.

Sierra Nevada Glissade (2010)

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Sierra Nevada Glissade (2010)
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Chico, CA USA
Est. 1980
www.sierranevada.com

Brain Damage Quotient = 6.4 % ABV
Fluid Oz. = 12.0

Postmortem Brew Review
Golden yellow color.
Spicy and floral hops aromas with slight aromas of malt..
Slight one finger head that drapes the glass.
Subtle sweet malty taste; just the right zip of hops.
Lightly carbonated.
Medium bodied mouth feel. Very smooth and balanced. 

Grim Reaper's Eulogy
A bit more hops (46 IBU's) than malt is found in this "Winter" beer.  Punchy and zingy hops that taste great.  The maltiness is subdued, but oh it's in there, for sure.

What a great way to end the Winter's blues and welcome Spring.  This 'Golden Bock' has been chillin out far too long in the crypt cooler.  I felt it high time to enjoy this beauty.  You'll be lucky to find some of this seasonal Maibock to enjoy. 

Rogue - Dead Guy Ale

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Dead Guy Ale
Rogue Ales
2320 OSU Drive
Newport, OR USA
Est.1988
www.rogue.com 

Brain Damage Quotient = 6.5 % ABV
Fluid Oz. = 12.0 

Postmortem Brew Review
Yellow orange in color.
Caramel malt taste and aroma with floral scent of hops.
Off-white head with little retention.
Light carbonation with hoppy finish.
Light to medium bodied, hearty flavor.

Grim Reaper's Eulogy
Oh! A man after my own heart...and soul! Muahaahaahaaahaaaaaa! ! ! ! !

I knew right from the start this Maibock style ale was going to exceed my expectations. But first it had to meet its maker...me. I had a chance to get some a few months ago, but it was out of stock before I arrived. Dang! Then in Colorado on a beer hunting expedition, he was in my grasp once again, but fate had a bitter twist and other beer was bagged. Well he has not escaped me this time.

A delicious ale that is recommended with pork and or spicy foods; this is a true pleasure for anyone to sample. Highly recommend it. This is the second of Rogue's craft lay to rest in the crypt, and they are fast on their way to becoming a favorite.