Pint Night 10/18/06 Smithwick's

Pint Night, October 18 2006, Smithwick's Irish Ale
Description from www.diageo.ie/brands/smithwicks
Smithwick's an Irish original
Smithwick’s is Ireland’s number one ale. Its exceptional taste, distinctive colour and purity of ingredients make it unique. Its rich, satisfying taste has earned it five gold medals in the famous Monde Selection Beer Tasting Competition.
Smithwick’s is produced using the finest hops and special roasted, malted barley. In 1998 a new enhanced draught product with improved head retention was launched along with redesigned glassware.
Due to popular demand, Smithwick’s is now available in the USA and is available on draught in bars across the country.

History
Smithwick’s was originally brewed in St. Francis Abbey Brewery in Kilkenny, situated on the site of a Franciscan abbey where monks had brewed ale since the 14th century. It is Ireland’s oldest operating brewery, founded by John Smithwicks on land owned by the Duke of Ormonde.
Smithwick’s has been the largest selling ale brand in Ireland since the 1920s, a position it holds to this day. Smithwick’s is now brewed in Dundalk as well as in Kilkenny.

Promotion
Diageo supports the unique position and potential of Smithwick’s with a mix of TV, radio, outdoor and press advertising. There are also regional sponsorship activities in Kilkenny to reinforce the importance of its original home, including the Smithwick’s Cat Laughs Festival.

Brew Crew 10/13/06 Summit Oktoberfest

Brew Crew, October 13 2006, Summit Oktoberfest
Description from: www.summitbrewing.com
Created to honor the populat European fall celebrations. Summit Oktoberfest is brewed in the Marzen style for a reddish-bronze color, smooth finish, and, of cours, polka.

Alcohol by Volume
7.7%

Malts Utilized
2-Row Harrington, Caramel, Munich

Hops Utilized
Northern Brewer, Tettenanger, Saaz

Pint Night 10/11/06 Unibroue Maudite

Pint Night, October 11 2006 Unibroue Maudite
Description from www.unibroue.com:
Since 1992 La Maudite
Type Strong Red Ale, refermented in the bottle
Alcohol 8 % alc./vol.
Color Mahogany
Taste Subtle coriande, light spices and a hint of hops
Aroma Spicy
Shelf Life 5 years or more
Serving Suggestions Pasta, red meat, stews and spicy dishes

In November 1992 Maudite (the damned one), was the first strong beer to be distributed in Quebec grocery stores. It contains 8 % alcohol and is also the first beer brewed in America that improves with age. When served young, it is very smooth, but when served after several years of storage, its flavour is reminiscent of port. Maudite is a mahogany-colored, rich-tasting premium beer that has a distinctive, complex taste. Because of the warmth it releases, this strong character beer must be served cool but not cold. Perfect with pasta, red meats, stews and spicy dishes, it also makes a good aperitif and after-dinner drink.

Maudite has a typically Quebecois name that is reminiscent of the legend of the Chasse-Galerie (the legend of the Flying Canoe). Legend has it that a group of lumberjacks struck a deal with the devil to fly home in their canoes, guided by Satan himself, to make it home in time for Christmas.

Brew Crew 10/06/06 Hofbrau Oktoberfest

Brew Crew, October 06 2006, Hofbrau Oktoberfest
Description from: www.hofbrauhausnewport.com:
Hofbräu Seasonal: “Oktoberfest” (6.0 % Alc. by Volume)
…. Specialty in October
A flavorful lager with a slightly spicy hint of hops in flavor and finish. A little fuller than our Hofbräu Lager. This beer was originally made to celebrate the wedding of Prince Ludwig and changed to this more blond style.

Home Brew 10/05/06 Level 1

Home Brew - October 5, 2006 - Level 1
Brewing Kit - Brewers Best - American Cream Ale
Brew Masters: Darren Carrico, Asian Steev

Pint Night 10/04/06 Spaten Oktoberfest Ur-Marzen

Pint Night, October 04 2006, Spatan Oktoberfest Ur-Marzen
Official Website: www.spatenusa.com
Amber in color. This medium bodied beer has achieved its impeccable taste by balancing the roasted malt flavor with the perfect amount of hops. Having a rich textured palate with an underlying sweetness true to tradition.

Brew Crew 09/29/06 Spaten Oktoberfest Ur-Marzen

Brew Crew, September 29 2006, Spaten Oktoberfest Ur-Marzen
Official Website: www.spatenusa.com
Amber in color. This medium bodied beer has achieved its impeccable taste by balancing the roasted malt flavor with the perfect amount of hops. Having a rich textured palate with an underlying sweetness true to tradition.