La Fin Du Monde

Oh the end of the World!

For those non francaise thats what La fin Du Monde is translated into english. A name the explorers used when they found North America. And since this beer is brewed in Canada, the name is French.

To make things even *more* confusing, this beer, is a Belgian Pale Ale!

Ok, once you have figured out all of that, the beer is great! At 9%, (yes 9%), it's a wonderful gloden beer with light tones of dry fruit flavors, though it is by no means fruity. I completely recommend this beer. Canada started brewing this triple fermented ale in 1994. I'd like to thank them for it as well. This is a beautiful beer which leavs you feeling cozy.

Its great for replacing both white and red wine, or so says their website. Check it out for youeself, and pick up some soon!

Cheers,
Jimmy

Franziskaner Weissbier

"Franziskaner's roots can be traced back to 1363. It was in this year that the brewer Seidel Vaterstetter is first mentioned as the owner of the 'brewery next to the Franciscans' in the Munich Residenzstrasse. The name 'Franziskaner' derives from the Franciscan monastery diagonally across the street." - Their Website

A friend of mine, Erik, Son of Peter once remarked how much he enjoyed Franziskaner. I took his word for it then, but now I have to say that this is truly a refreshing beer. I would rank this second to Wienstephaner, but a close second, for the most truly refreshing beer that I have had.

It's name is as old as 1363. It has a lengthy history, and it's easy to taste why. I've seen this around a lot of places, so it should be relatively easy to find.

Summer Beers

Oh how I love my wife!

This lovely woman brought home a "Summer Beer Collection" from the World Market. This is a 10 pack of different beers. An amazing gift, so close to Fathers day. I just wanted you to know, that we owe many of the next several blog additions to this thoughtful purchase of hers.

Now that is what I call, priority shopping!

Thank you Honey!

-Jimmy

Amstel Light

"The Beer Drinkers Light Beer..."

That's the saying I remember most from their website. And I have to say, I believe it's true. I was very hesitant to try this beer. But at the same time I was also curious, as so many of my friends have recommended it.

At first, the taste didn't suit me all too well. Perhaps that's because I had just polished off the last of my Leffe the day prior, and my taste buds were just suffering from a quick change. The first day I drank two, and felt nicely buzzed. The second day, I drank 2 as well, and felt the same way. Only, this time, I really enjoyed the taste of the beer. Where at first, I thought it almost too bitter, the second day the taste seemed to suit me better. I anticpate being able to try some of their other beers, but at only 95 calories, and a measly 3.5% ABV, this beer is a champ at what it offers.

I recommend it to any serious beer drinkers who are interested in a lighter alternative, but really are not up to watered down beer. This light beer has a true taste, and delivers in every area.

Cheers,
Jimmy

Calrsberg Beer

By Appointment of the Royal Danish Court

That's what the label says.

I have to say, this beer reminds me of the sprite of beers, and let me tell you why. There are lots of different sodas, but Sprite is a popular one that is actually very refreshing. This beer is a huge favorite of mine now, and I will definitely pick it up again. I got this wonderful brew at the Perimeter Bottle Shop here in dunwoody.

You gotta check out the Carlsberg Website. They didn't spare any expense on this site... And there is a lot to learn about this beer. For example, the yeast this beer is made with is unique to it. Saccharomyces Carlsbergensis, first developed in 1883 was actually given to the entire world for free, in the form of being found in all pale lagers. It was developed in the laboratory the founder of this beer built.

Did I mention this was a great beer?

Pick some up this week... And if you are in Atlanta, patronize the Perimeter Bottle Shop.

Cheers,
JimmyZ

McEwans Scotch Ale

I found this at Greens Beverage Co in Atlanta. This is my first Scotch Ale, so I wasn't so sure what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised by this beer. It's a dark beer, sweet, with a slight molasses taste to it. This is a very creamy beer as well, yet with a crisp aftertaste.

At 8% ABV, you'll only need one to realize how nice this beer is. The current owner of this brewery is Scottish-Newcastle known for many other very popular beers around the world. However McEwans, and Scotch Ale in general, have a long history in Edinburgh. As it turns out, Scotch Ale is a Pale Ale.

I will definitely try the other beers still available from McEwans, as this was a pleasant experience. For more information about McEwans, take a gander at their wikipedia page.

Cheers,
Jimmy

Hite

My sister-inlaw took me and my wife to an amazing Korean Barbeque restaurant here in Atlanta last week (Hae Woon Dae). The first time we went, I asked for some Korean beer (of course). However, they were completely out. So I ended up having a Sapporo instead.

Anyway, we went there again over memorial day weekend and this time they did have some cultural beer. So I ordered the Hite.

This is a very light and clean beer. Hite is known for two primary reasons. One is the water they use; it evidently is taken from the bedrock. The second is a different twist on the brewing process; something they refer to as the '3-stage rhythm method'. This avoids the 'yeast shock' which occurs when beer is usually stored and the temperature drops rapidly.

I really enjoyed this beer, and it went well with the BulGogi too!

For more information about the rhythm method, and other beers made by the same brewers, check out their website

Cheers,
Jimmy