Beer drinkers, prepare for the fall brews! The Fall seasonals have started infiltrating bars, beer distributors and now, my fridge. I’m excited to get to the Fall Märzen/Oktoberfest and Pumpkin seasonal flavors bouncing around on my palate. The only thing out of place is the weather; it’s still warm. This week, I grabbed a “mixed six-pack” which included the Southampton Pumpkin Ale.
Founder’s Brewing Company has always offered, in my opinion, top notch beers consistently across many different styles. I was at Canal Street with Shane and saw that they just received the Founder’s Devil Dancer IPA. Being a fan of IPAs, I jumped at the opportunity. This 12oz bottle cost $8.00 and stands tall for a labeled “Triple IPA” at 12% ABV.
Considering Porters are not really my style, I decided to get adventurous and try the offering from Sierra Nevada. Sierra’s Porter, not to be confused with their Exporter, comes in at pleasant 5.6% ABV in a short 12oz bottle. I’ve had plenty of their brews before, so hopefully this is just as good.
Wacko Magic Hat does it again? Yes they do! Do yourself a favor and read on before judging this one. Magic Hat has been in the micro-brewing scene since 1994, based out of Vermont. The Wacko doesn’t pack much of a punch at 4.5% ABV but that’s to be expected for a summer seasonal.
Hop’solutely from Allentown Brew Works labels itself as a “triple” IPA. I was delighted to pick this one up being a huge fan of IPAs. This review is based upon a corked and caged 750 ml bottle. I was happy with the Monkey Wrench Saison that Shane and I reviewed in our latest video review and was excited to uncork this bottle and get down to some beer loving fun.
