Ayinger Oktober Fest-Marzen

What is typically one of, if not the, best Oktoberfest every year didn’t disappoint this time around. While there are usually some good, interesting takes on the Oktoberfest style, I usually find myself particularly impressed with the traditional German varieties. They’re malty and sweet, but not like the American versions tend to be. They’re incredibly [...]

Arcadia Hopmouth

Oh, Hopmouth. What’s to say that hasn’t already been said? You’re beautiful head, your sweet, floral aroma. These are only two reasons to love you. A deep, rich color, and a nice, not too aggressive bitterness. A sweet malt flavor in the front, and a darker, roastier malt in the finish, hiding behind the bittering [...]