Tuesday, October 14, 2008

October 24th 2008 Beers of the Week!


October 24th, 2008

The fall weather is definitely here and clearly noted with sales of the ever popular Mothers Milk stout beer rising and Allagash White slowing down. With that in mind, we introduce our customers to a great Pumpkin spiced beer from our neighbors at South Hampton brewery. Not too overwhelming with spice notes, this beer pours a thick head that settles slowly and allows a distinguished flavors of malt to come through. Another new bottle to the list this week is Stone brewery's (San Diego) Ruination IPA. We love our hops here at Press 195 and this is a double IPA that simply kicks ass! New this week on tap is a very flavorful IPA offering from our friends at South Hampton brewery. It's got a clear hop bite with a refreshing dry overtone that makes it easy drinking! Come on in and ask for a sample, we look forward to seeing you....Now on to the weekly list!

Bottles


Stone Ruination (CA) One taste of this I.P.A and you can easily see why Stone calls this brew “ A liquid Poem to the glory of the hop. Beware! A massive hop monster 7.7% abv
Southhampton Pumpkin Ale (Southhamton, LI) Smells like your grandmas pumpkin pie. Get in the mood for Halloween and try one 6% abv
Big Bear Black Stout (CA) Big Bear, as the name implies, is a hefty, black, Russian Imperial-style stout. This stout boasts a rich, caramel sweetness lavished by a robust, deep-roasted heartiness you can sink your teeth into. boasting an A.V.B. of 8.1% that can creep up on you, "so don't get mauled."
Rockies Brewing Cold Hop (CO) English style ale with a strong burst of hops seasoned with a complementary fruitiness greets you upon the first sip, but these flavors are soon balanced out by a milder, earthy tone 6.8% abv
Local 1 (Brooklyn) Belgian-inspired strong golden pale ale. The rare old technique of bottle re-fermentation gives this beer complex flavors of honey and pears. Try with spicy foods. 22oz 9% abv
Rogue American Amber (Oregon) Tawny amber in color with a red beer aroma and smooth finish. A delicate roasted malt accent, generous use of hops and a refreshing after taste. 22 oz. 5.6% abv
Schneider & Brooklyner Hopfen Weisse (Germany) From the world famous Schneider brewery and NY’s favorite Brooklyn Brewery, an amazing German Hefe-Weisse brewed with American hops. 17oz. 8.2% abv
Stone IPA (CA) “Dry hopped” for an extra 2 weeks, this unique process produces an IPA with a great hop aroma and flavor. 22oz 6.9% abv
Lagunitas We’re Only In It For the Money (CA)) 4th in this special Frank Zappa limited series, this pays homage to Zappa’s 4th album. Amazing bottle label. A Belgian golden triple style sort of ale. Strong stuff! 22oz 8.2%abv
Lagunitas IPA (CA): Made from 43 different hops and 65 various malts, this is one mighty fine IPA. If you like the hops then you’ll love this selection. 22 oz. 5.9% abv
Arrogant bastard Ale (CA): This is an aggressive beer. It is quite doubtful that you have the taste or sophistication to appreciate an ale of this quality and depth. 22 oz 7.2% abv
Hofbrau Original (Munich,Germany) Experience the finest example of German Lagers! This is a classic, best served ice cold! 16.9oz 5.1% abv
Hofbrau Oktoberfest (Munich ) Fall is here and that means THE classic Oktoberfest beer is in season! Try this one out! 12oz 5% abv

TAP BEER


Southhampton IPA (Southhampton, NY): This authentic English style amber ale was given a beer advocate score of 86 and three stars from The New York Times. We know you will love the hop flavor inside this brew 6% abv
Harpoon Oktoberfest (Boston): Brewed in the traditional Marzen German style, this is a red, malty and smooth OKtoberfest that is certainly perfect for your fall session drinking! 5.2% abv
Rockies Brewing Co. Single Track (Colorodo): This Copper Ale is refreshing and full-flavored; a medium-bodied copper ale. Not too light, not too dark…it's just right. Perfectly balanced! 4.9% abv
Magic Hat #9 (Vermont): A rather dry, crisp, fruity, refreshing, not quite pale ale that has been a staple of Vermont life for many moons, #9 will continue to win over new drinkers. Spicy food will taste even better with this brew! 4.6% abv
Blue Point Toasted Lager (Patchogue): A local favorite! Copper in color, this brew is made from 6 different malts. Well balanced and easy to drink, the “toasted” refers to the direct fire brew kettle’s hot flames that impart a toasted flavor. 6% abv
Keegan’s Mothers Milk (Kingston,NY): As the name implies, this is a dark and creamy milk stout. Hints of oatmeal, chocolate and of course milk, give this stout a remarkably smooth finish. 5.5% abv
Allagash White Beer (Maine): Our number one seller is a traditional Belgian wheat beer brewed with a generous portion of wheat and a special blend of spices, this beer is light and delicious! Pairs well with just about any sandwich! 5.5% abv
Sixpoint “Hop Obama” Limited Ale (Brooklyn): In keeping with the Illinois senator's unifying theme, the "Hop Obama" is an indefinable ale that doesn't adhere to traditional style guidelines. Containing five kinds of malt and three kinds of hops and combined with a Scottish yeast strain, the result is a highly drinkable beer with a big malt background and an "Obama" of hops 5.2% abv

September 9th 2008 Beers of the week


We have another great batch of beer this week for your drinking pleasure. New on tap is a great hoppy offering from Brooklyn's Six Point brewery, Hop Obama. I have been told that if Obama wins they will continue production. Let's hope for the sake of the country that Six Point is still brewing this come December. In bottles, the fall season is here and that means a pumpkin spiced beer, we chose upstate NY's Southern Tier's Pumpking ale. Sweet, delicious with slight hints of pumkin spice, not overbearing like many others out there. Here is the current list:

On Tap

Sixpoint “Hop Obama” Limited Ale (Brooklyn): In keeping with the Illinois senator's unifying theme, the "Hop Obama" is an indefinable ale that doesn't adhere to traditional style guidelines. Containing five kinds of malt and three kinds of hops and combined with a Scottish yeast strain, the result is a highly drinkable beer with a big malt background and an "Obama" of hops 5.2% abv
Harpoon Oktoberfest (Boston): Brewed in the traditional Marzen German style, this is a red, malty and smooth OKtoberfest that is certainly perfect for your fall session drinking! 5.2% abv
Rockies Brewing Co. Single Track (Colorodo): This Copper Ale is refreshing and full-flavored; a medium-bodied copper ale. Not too light, not too dark…it's just right. Perfectly balanced! 4.9% abv
Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA (Delaware): A session India Pale Ale brewed with 3 mystery hops and a lot of citrusy hop character. A winner of the American Beer festival. 6% abv
Magic Hat #9 (Vermont): A rather dry, crisp, fruity, refreshing, not quite pale ale that has been a staple of Vermont life for many moons, #9 will continue to win over new drinkers. Spicy food will taste even better with this brew! 4.6% abv
Blue Point Toasted Lager (Patchogue): A local favorite! Copper in color, this brew is made from 6 different malts. Well balanced and easy to drink, the “toasted” refers to the direct fire brew kettle’s hot flames that impart a toasted flavor. 6% abv
Keegan’s Mothers Milk (Kingston,NY): As the name implies, this is a dark and creamy milk stout. Hints of oatmeal, chocolate and of course milk, give this stout a remarkably smooth finish. 5.5% abv
Allagash White Beer (Maine): Our number one seller is a traditional Belgian wheat beer brewed with a generous portion of wheat and a special blend of spices, this beer is light and delicious! Pairs well with just about any sandwich! 5.5% abv

Specialty Bottles

Southern Tier Pumpking Ale (Syracuse): Amazing bright orange color with very light aromas of rich spice. STRONG BEER! 22 oz 9% abv
Hofbrau Original (Munich,Germany): Experience the finest example of German Lagers! This is a classic, best served ice cold! 16.9oz 5.1% abv
Hofbrau Oktoberfest (Munich ): Fall is here and that means THE classic Octoberfest beer is in season! Try this one out! 12oz 5% abv
Coney Island Sword Swallower Steel Lager (Brooklyn): Medium golden in color, slightly sweet and very smooth 25oz 6.8% abv
Pinkus Muller Pilsner (Munster,Germany): The world’s first brewery to brew organically grown. This is a fine pilsner. Drink Me! 16.9oz. 4.5% abv
Local 1 (Brooklyn): Belgian-inspired strong golden pale ale. The rare old technique of bottle re-fermentation gives this beer complex flavors of honey and pears. Try with spicy foods. 22oz 9% abv
Rogue American Amber (Oregon): Tawny amber in color with a red beer aroma and smooth finish. A delicate roasted malt accent, generous use of hops and a refreshing after taste. 22 oz. 5.6% abv
Schneider & Brooklyner Hopfen Weisse (Germany): From the world famous Schneider brewery and NY’s favorite Brooklyn Brewery, an amazing German Hefe-Weisse brewed with American hops. 17oz. 8.2% abv
Stone IPA (CA): “Dry hopped” for an extra 2 weeks, this unique process produces an IPA with a great hop aroma and flavor. 22oz 6.9% abv
Lagunitas We’re Only In It For the Money (CA)): 4th in this special Frank Zappa limited series, this pays homage to Zappa’s 4th album. Amazing bottle label. A Belgian golden triple style sort of ale. Strong stuff! 22oz 8.2%abv
Lagunitas IPA (CA): Made from 43 different hops and 65 various malts, this is one mighty fine IPA. If you like the hops then you’ll love this selection. 22 oz. 5.9% abv
Arrogant bastard Ale (CA): This is an aggressive beer. It is quite doubtful that you have the taste or sophistication to appreciate an ale of this quality and depth. 22 oz 7.2% abv
Coney Island Albino Python (Brooklyn): White Lager Brewed With Spices. This is a classic Belgian White 22 oz. 6% abv
Ithaca Nut Brown Ale (Ithaca, NY): Classic English brown ale, creamy smoothness with sweet malt notes and a nutty finish. 12 oz. 5% abv
HeBrew Messiah Bold (Saratoga, NY): Deep, bold nut brown ale that balances sweet malt flavors with a hoppy bite, compare to Ithaca Nut brown for an intro into the complexities of brown ales! 12 oz. 5.5% abv