WEEK OF JUNE 17th 2009

Hola Amigos! Rain, everywhere, non-stop and relentless, when will we crack 80 degrees again? The summer is moving ahead and things here at Press 195 have been busy. Since Memorial Day the beer has been flowing in our backyard and who doesn't love a nice ale in a beautiful backyard? This week we have a few new beers for you and they are winners. Stop in, grab one and say hi!


Two new beers on tap and we are psyched because they kick ass! From Pennsylvania comes Victory Lager, a fine example of an all malt beer that is rounded out with a nice hop finish. And, from the West Coast is truly one of the finest beers I have tasted all year, Stone Levitation. If one would look up the term 'well-balanced' the description could include this beer, hoppy, malty but never overpowering, this beer can be drank all day.


Bottle wise, we are proud to introduce our customers to Belfast Bay Lobster Ale, a fantastic red ale from the land of lobsters, Maine! From the local region we also just released Brooklyn Local Two, another an amazing Belgian Abbey Ale. The weekly list is:
DRAFT

Outrage IPA (Garrattsville, NY): Brewed by our friend and local Bayside native, Kenny Landin, in conjunction with our friends at Butternuts Brewery, this is the very first release from Landin ales. A nice floral hop with a crisp finish, this is a great session beer. Support local! 6% abv

Radeberger Pilsner (Germany): Long enjoyed by German nobility, this is the world’s most famous pilsner. One sip and you will know why! Super refreshing and very smooth! 4.7% abv

Stone Levitation (San Diego): This deep amber ale has rich & roasty malt flavors, a big hoppy character, citrus overtones (courtesy of the hops and our special brewers yeast) and modest alcohol. 4.4% abv

Victory Lager (PA): Victory lager is a soft, smooth tasting beer made with an ale-style recipe using lager fermentation and conditioning techniques. The beer is unfiltered and the remaining yeast, high in Vitamin B, gives the beer its unique opalescent amber color. 5.2% 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 Summer Ale (Patchogue): A summer tradition at Press195! Various malts combine to produce a delicious golden taste that is light and thirst quenching with a hint of citrus. 6% abv

Keegan’s Mother’s 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


BOTTLES

Ommegang Abbey Ale (NY): A classic STRONG Belgian style Abbey ale. With a deep burgundy color and a big, fluffy head, this has complex fruit aromas. A fantastic ode to true Belgian beers! Big bottle…25.4oz 8.5% abv

Hofbrau Hefe-Weiss (Germany): The origin dates back to 1589 and since then the Weise has a distinctive place in the history of Hofbräu . This beer is characterized by its sparkling, by its rich foam, and naturally by its unforgettable refreshing taste. 16.9oz. 5.1% abv

Kopparberg Pear Cider (Sweden): It takes a great cider to make it on our list! Slowly vat matured to achieve its unique semi-sweet taste with a light, clean, fruity pear taste that is perfect for a summer refresher. 16oz. 5% abv

Belfast Bay Lobster Ale (Maine) A fantastic red ale that is neither too hoppy or too sweet. Well balanced and very drinkable! 12oz 5.1% abv

Sierra Nevada Brewing Torpedo Ale (CO) This big, bold, assertive American IPA is getting great reviews from the beer gods. Some tasty hops for you to enjoy…. Press 195 highly recommends this beer! 12oz 7.2 abv

Local 1 (Brooklyn): STRONG ALE! 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. 25oz. 9% abv

Local 2 (Brooklyn): STRONG ALE! The first in the series (Local 1) was such a success that Brooklyn Brewery released Local 2 and it is another winner. This edition is a Belgian-inspired bottle-conditioned strong dark abbey ale, with hints of sweet orange peel and raw wildflower honey from a family farm. A must try for Belgian lovers! 25 oz. 9% abv

Houblon Chouffe Dobbelen IPA Tripel (Belgium): STRONG ALE! This is a rare, special beer with a harmonious balance between a marked bitterness (three types of hops are used) and a pleasant fruitiness. The HOUBLON CHOUFFE is unfiltered, and re-fermented in the bottle. 25.4oz 9% 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 IPA (CA): Made from 43 different hops and 65 malts, this is one mighty IPA. If you like the hops then you’ll love this! 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