Saint Arnold Brown Ale....

MMmmmm.....I could drink this stuff for breakfast. Why do I even try other beers when this baby is on the shelves all year.

This is similar to the Spring Bock, but not as sweet on the finish. It has has the same smoothness as the most coveted Christmas Ale, But without that spicy hint at the end (which I love). The well rounded flavor is good after a hot and productive day, or at dinner with a medium rare ribeye or a cut fillet.

I loved the yellowish foamy reward after I poured it into a frosty, thick mug. It has an awesome malty ride on the initial touch of your tongue. The over all balance has a nutty character with a long memory without any bitterness. In other words, it is full of flavor without any weird kick or unexpected finish.

Most beers this smooth lack body, but this one, well it's my favorite. It is truly the smoothest Ale money can buy.

Shiner 101

This one was excellent. I'd rather have it with some grilled burgers or even a plate full of nachos.

Surprisingly decent for a Czech style brew. I had to try this one twice. Once in a frozen mug and the other in a Pilsner glass that warmed it up fairly quickly. The frozen mug diluted most of the Czech twang, so I'll describe the Pilsner glass experience.

I loved the aroma that hit me as I stared down in the glass. Extremely light in color. It had a smooth traditional Pilsner flavor at first, than moved toward a slightly harsh hops kick. Not bad, yet better than I expected. The over all flavor stayed present through out the entire drink and swallow. The finish made me want to take another gulp immediately. The ending was solid with plent of flavor and carbonation.

This was very similar to the Shiner Frost, but with a little more character. I liked it and will try one straight out of the bottle next time.

Saint Arnold Summer Pilsner

Mmmm mmm good. This is much lighter than any of the Saint Arnold seasonal's. I love the rich, flavorful brew that they release periodically. This is one of the few that you can have more than three or four in one sitting.

It is as light as a Coors Light, but has more flavor, obviously. The aroma is very malty, unlike the typical description that it normally receives. It goes down smooth with a light kick that fades into an expected, yet not that present, bitterness. Instead of a true bitter hit, it rolls into a hoppy finish. It's very pleasing and somewhat light in nature. It has the alcohol level of a regular beer, so don't be fooled by it's color and fading finish.

I got this the morning that it was released as Silver Eagle delivered it to a Spec's in the Midtown area, so it is as fresh as it gets. I will be partaking in quite a few of these bad boys. The next seasonal is the Oktoberfest that is released in August. I can't wait!!!