Greg Reviews an Oatmeal Stout

OK, I'm sure you're still laughing your ass off at Clubby's silliness, but now it's time for my review, so wipe those tears of laughter away, and get ready for Wagner Valley's Oatmeal Stout.
OK, the beer poured a black color with a tan/brownish head. There was decent head retention, it lasted a few minutes. Aroma had a roasted smell, with a background of chocolate. The first sip had a bitter bite to it, but that soon mellowed out to a big roasted flavor, with hints of chocolate and coffee. Body was medium to heavy, with a nice mouthfeel. It wasn't as smooth as an oatmeal stout should be, but it wasn't bad either.
Overall, it's a good beer. It's nice to drink at 10 o'clock at night when you are relaxing. I would definitely have another. I can't think of anything else to write, this beer neither blew me away, or totally sucked. So I guess in the end it's a winner, and til I have more, this is the best oatmeal stout ever. And the Dunkel isn't stinking so much anymore. Either that or I am so completely used to the smell by now I've dulled my senses.

Clubby Reviews Affligem Noel

Ok, so in my last blog I lied a little bit. Apparently the Dunkel we made, so far, smells like old eggs in the purse of a dirty prostitute. But, that's to be expected, it is a lager...
Anyway....to the review we go!
With the gentle pour of a clumsy giant, the head rose to about 4 fingers and lasted, leaving a thick lace toward the bottom of my glass. The color was a darkish caramel a tad darker than Tyra Banks but not quite Oprah (I'm almost black so I'm allowed to say that). The smell was a light sweet caramel and spice. As I tasted it I thought of that song "I would do anything for love anything you've been dreaming of but I just won't do that" not that the beer reminded me of it, I just really like Meatloaf. But also as I tasted it I thought sweeeet, it is pretty darn sweet for my tastes but great for a "Christmas Ale" I guess. The sweetness went really well with the spiciness it has. Also, because when I swallowed it, gave it a second to go down, I felt the slight burn from the 9.0 ABV. Usually, I'm not big on the overly-carbonated dark ales, but, this was overly carbonated and good! I felt the in between medium/heavy body was perfect for the spiciness and slight warmth in the throat. So yes, this will be a winter drink of choice for me. Although, the spiciness could have been brought down a tad, all the components balanced out well. Wow, I shouldn't have had the whole 1 pint 9.4 oz. bottle!! Sleepy time for Clubby-Poo!

Clubby Reviews Otter Creek Copper Ale

While Greg reviews beers with fancy pictures taken with high-tech digital photography machines, I review with my soul, poor grammar and lateness. Sorry for the wait guys, I know you lost sleep over the fact I should have done this almost a week ago.
Well, first off, this ale pours a clear copper color with a decent, almost 2 finger head (just like my girlfriend, she does the head thing with 2 fingers too!). The retention leaves a nice lacing around the sides of my glass(also like my girlfriend, she needs a good lacing). The smell to me is straight up sweet caramel malt. I thought there may have been some slight pine initially but after further inspection, that turned out to be mostly my christmas tree. I swashed the brew around my mouth and swallowed. The caramel was outstanding while the hops provided a nice slightly bitter finish, well balanced. I felt it was nicely carbonated, not overwhelming at all but the body was a little light for the color it had. Overall, this is a brew I would drink again. Just a few tweaks here and there and I think we have one of Clubby's hundred favorite drinks! But, only after a few tweaks. Let's get on that Otter Creek!

Greg Reviews In-Heat Wheat

Flying Dog Brewery In-Heat Wheat Hefeweizen

Let me start by saying something about the picture. Clubby and I both poured our glasses at the same time (his is on the left, mine the right). I got slightly more head then him, and within a minute of pouring, the head was gone, as evidenced by the picture. His was about a 1 finger head, mine, maybe 2 fingers, if you have really tiny girl fingers. Anyways, onto my review:

The beer poured a cloudy orange, golden color. Head was almost 2 fingers, which disappeared rather fast. Aroma had a clovey, fruity nose to it, with maybe some very mild wheat smells. The beer had a fairly strong wheat flavor, spiciness from the hops, and very mild hop bitterness. There were some citrusy undertones as well. It was fairly light bodied with medium carbonation.

Overall, it's a decent beer. Although it says it's a Hefeweizen, it's an American version. It's a good beer for hot summer days, not so much in December. I wouldn't go out of my way to buy it, but if it was handed to me I wouldn't necessarily turn it down. And by the way, Clubby and I apologize for not posting the reviews last night. We have disappointed the 3 people who look at this site. We were busy producing our next batch of beer, based on a Munich Dunkel, so watch out for the write up of that lil adventure.

Cutting Edge Beer Reviews

Well folks, it's time for some incredible news! Greg and I (Clubby) have decided to start writing reviews of the BEST beverage on the face of the planet...the milkshake! Just tuggin' your chain, BEER, of course.
Starting this Wednesday (12-19), the Campfire Brewing boys will choose a new brew to review, including commercial beers as well as our own homebrewed creations. That is 2 reviews every week!
I told you the news was incredible. So grab yourself a drink savor the flavor and enjoy.