SHOW NOTES:

From The Brewer: This golden ale is delightfully effervescent and generously hopped.  Hints of lemon zest appear in the slightly phenolic aroma, while the flavor brings spicy taste of black pepper and lemon grass.  Citrus and pineapple notes are discernible in the slightly astringent finish.  Smokestack Saison is brewed with two-row pale malt, malted wheat, and a pinch of corn.  In addition to Magnum and Simcoe hops, we use a new variety called Amarillo, which contributes to the citrusy flavor of the beer.

IBUs:  30
OG:  14 degrees Plato
Final:  2.2 degrees Plato
ABV:  6.2%

From Us:

This was Dusty’s first Saison…EVER, and he really dug it, appreciating the deep flavor profile and more of the floral tones.  Erik, while agreeing that this beer is absolutely true to the style and a very solid effort by the brewer, would have liked to see a little more spice to it, but for 99.9% of the saison drinkers out there, and especially for first time saison drinkers, you will absolutely not be disappointed with this beer.

Beer Tip: Watch your temperature, especially with Saison’s.  This beer will open up tremendously in the mid 40’s, drink it too cold and you will be disappointed, and it will be your fault.

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show? Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Tweetup @ Great Divide Brewery on April 24) and special events (VIP trip to see “Beer Wars” on April 16).  But we can’t let you know about them, or give you stuff, if we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here.

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SHOW NOTES:

From The Brewer: The Rocky Mountain Goat is no ordinary goat. Just like Odell Red is no ordinary red. We took the American-style red to a whole new level by adding a variety of aggressive American hops—giving this ale a distinctive fresh hop aroma and flavor. We think you’ll agree this red has some serious kick.  Available February – May of ‘09;   6.5% Alcohol By Volume

From Us: Grab your claymore and kilt and get ready to rock the weekend cuz this beer rocks!

Beer Tip: Drink your beers at the right temperature.  Beer served too cold won’t release the proper and intended flavors.

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show? Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Tweetup @ Great Divide Brewery on April 24) and special events (VIP trip to see “Beer Wars” on April 16).  But we can’t let you know about them, or give you stuff, if we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here.

Make sure you follow the entire Beer Tap TV crew on twitter:

@ErikBoles

@DustyFrazier

@EliShayotovich

SHOW NOTES:

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Denver Tweetup @ Breckenridge Brewery), events (VIP trip to see “Beer Wars”), etc. but we can’t let you know about them or give you stuff it we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here.

Make sure you follow the entire Beer Tap TV crew on twitter:

@ErikBoles

@DustyFrazier

@EliShayotovich

SHOW NOTES:

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Denver Tweetup @ Breckenridge Brewery), events (VIP trip to see “Beer Wars”), etc. but we can’t let you know about them or give you stuff it we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here.

Make sure you follow the entire Beer Tap TV crew on twitter:

@ErikBoles

@DustyFrazier

@EliShayotovich

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Denver Tweetup @ Breckenridge Brewery), events (VIP trip to see “Beer Wars”), etc. but we can’t let you know about them or give you stuff it we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here on the site and by following us on twitter:

@ErikBoles

@DustyFrazier

SHOW NOTES:

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Denver Tweetup @ Breckenridge Brewery), events (VIP trip to see “Beer Wars”), etc. but we can’t let you know about them or give you stuff it we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here on the site and by following us on twitter:

@ErikBoles

@DustyFrazier

SHOW NOTES:

Somehow this unique little brew slipped through our fingers this winter.  Unique as in a nut brown you ask?  Shit no, everyone is doing them. This is unique in that it’s a Leinenkugel’s brew that has a pretty different pallet to it.  Most aren’t overly eventful… but this one has some depth.

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Denver Tweetup @ Breckenridge Brewery), events (VIP trip to see “Beer Wars”), etc. but we can’t let you know about them or give you stuff it we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here on the site and by following us on twitter:

@ErikBoles

@DustyFrazier

SHOW NOTES:

It’s the live episode that includes YOU – the viewer. About 100 people gathered at Breckenridge Brewery in Denver for a live taping and private tour of the brewery.  What’s more, Eric and Dusty tasted Pandora’s Bock and the Extra ESB, with the guy who brewed ‘em – Todd Usry!

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Denver Tweetup @ Breckenridge Brewery), events (VIP trip to see “Beer Wars”), etc. but we can’t let you know about them or give you stuff it we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here on the site and by following us on twitter:

@ErikBoles

@DustyFrazier

SHOW NOTES:

Dusty and Erik dip into a little W ‘09 Belgian Style Ale from Widmer.

Available:  January – July
IBUs: 26 IBUs
ABV: 6.5%
OG: 14.0° PLATO
Malts: 2-Row Pale, Briess Caramel 10L
Hops: Alchemy, Sterling

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Denver Tweetup @ Breckenridge Brewery), events (VIP trip to see “Beer Wars”), etc. but we can’t let you know about them or give you stuff it we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here on the site and by following us on twitter:

@ErikBoles

@DustyFrazier

SHOW NOTES:

Erik & Dusty pull one out of Eli’s magic stock – a Duchess de Bourgogne.  Which must loosely translate to “a middle of the road Belgian with a lot of crap in the bottle” (Eli loved it however).

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!

BEER TAP TV NEWS:

We have lots of giveaways coming up, private parties (Tweetup anyone?), events (we’re talking BIG – stay tuned for Tuesday’s Beer Buzz to find out what!), etc. but we can’t let you know about them or give you stuff it we don’t know who you are.  So stay up to date on all things BTTV by registering here on the site and by following us on twitter:

@ErikBoles

@DustyFrazier

SHOW NOTES:

We are obviously making it our mission to drink every damn version of Great Divide Yeti on the planet, and prove it with their latest version – the Espresso.  They claim it’s a breakfast beer… we don’t go quite that far.

Are you a brewer who has some screamin’ beers you want us to try on the show?  Email us at AlwaysHoppy@BeerTapTV.com.

Watch and download the entire episode here!