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I’ve had a number of people ask me about American Craft Beer Week in SLO that took place May 10th – 18th. First off, let me say, I looked forward to this week for the last year. I had such a great time last year, I had planned to hit every event. Read about some of my favorite beers of the week.

The Stock Porter came in a 750ml bottle with a champaign style cork. It poured dark with no head. I thought it was a very light tasting porter with toasted malt upfront, and a short, smooth finish. Smell of good hops with a very slight chocolate undertone.

What started off as a tough decision, was made when weighed against Heather’s birthday just days ago! How about a birthday beer for the birthday girl. Deschutes Brewery’s (@deschutesbeer) 24th birthday Reserve Black Butte. Pours deep and dark with nary a head. Smooth and balanced up front followed by molasses then chocolate and figs. A […]

Here’s to celebrating National Stout Day! So yummy! Murphy’s is so smooth and easy to drink. I really don’t understand when people say dark beers are bitter. I think their taste buds are broken.

After my 31 beers in 31 days I want to understand more about what makes us recommend beers. Take my survey and help me out!Understanding Beer Recommendations Thanks!

Day 31 @lagunitasbruhws Cappuccino Stout. I wanted to finish the month of beers strong! Pours nice and dark. Hints of chocolate an hops. Coffee aftertaste but not as strong as expected. Great beer though.

Day 30 Mississippi Mud Not just a gimmick. Not a bad blend. Nice nose and very drinkable. Nothing special either, but love the jug.

Day 29 Joseph Brau Dunkelweizen (Trader Joes) Not as dark as expected. Notes of banana with a light maltiness. Could use more carbonation. Pretty easy to drink, but nothing special.

Day 28 @StoneBrewingCo Russian Imperial Stout. Pours thick and dark. Chocolate is prevalent with coffee undertones. Alcohol is present but mild. Even better as it warms up.

Day 27 Beer 27 Erdinger Weissbier Dunkel. Smooth and simple. Refreshing, but not too complex. Some honey and very mild caramel.