tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54320174872766857722023-11-16T05:50:15.772-05:00Beer.Laugh.LoveA girl on a mission...Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-81964260770666494792011-07-07T10:39:00.000-04:002011-07-07T10:39:51.010-04:00The ol' switch-a-rooHey kids!<br />
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I pulled a stick-n-move and moved over to wordpress.com. No hard feelings against the lovely people of blogspot, but I get WAAAAAAAAAY more action over there. So anyway... Continue to follow the madness at <a href="http://beerlaughlove.wordpress.com/">http://beerlaughlove.wordpress.com/</a>. See you there!<br />
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K.W.Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-76975117798368557362011-05-16T15:24:00.006-04:002011-05-16T17:16:24.565-04:00We in da NOLA BABY!!!!<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I took a trip to The NO with my KY Snows, Jen and Katie for Katie’s Med School residence interviews.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The trip was filled with fun times and awesome food.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I also found a baby cockroach in my Hurricane, which officially started my revolt against the mixed drink. Team Beer Only!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Place: New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood, New Orleans, LA</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Peeps: Jen R., Dr. Katie A.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Beer: Nola Blonde (ABV 4.90%)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Nola Blonde is the typical blonde and it paired well with my shrimp boy. Jen had the Nola Brown and gave it the ok side thumb.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Katie had to skip out on the first night beverages, because her interview was the next morning. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood is cool little restaurant chain in New Orleans and a couple of surrounding cities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The food was good and I loved that the menu gives suggestions for beers and meal pairing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I will not speak on the restaurant service is a story for another blog.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Place: Crescent City Brewhouse; French Quarter, NOLA</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Peeps: KY Snows</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Beer: Red Stallion (ABV 5.80%)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Pretty good! Red Stallion was hoppy, medium body, full flavor. Thumbs up!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Crescent city was cool little bar in the French Quarter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was decorated with cool signs and had a laid back vibe.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>All brewing is completed here and no chemicals are used in the process.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The only down side to this place is that they wouldn’t let Katie bring in her other beverage.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I guess they got to draw the line somewhere. Anyway… Good Job Crescent City!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMNQ51ZOGPbgP4LlO_c42jy9tNEEy_tjswgkxzj_zCyjsPHbLrIn2O0aVXnU4kHmWUQ2GGsTSWPa5RG-mDtEL6Ghkd_U_85FlCuf6agyGOh_UXSTt9uFTtVuocS1J3f9GMoscemmS3PawX/s1600/P2110052.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMNQ51ZOGPbgP4LlO_c42jy9tNEEy_tjswgkxzj_zCyjsPHbLrIn2O0aVXnU4kHmWUQ2GGsTSWPa5RG-mDtEL6Ghkd_U_85FlCuf6agyGOh_UXSTt9uFTtVuocS1J3f9GMoscemmS3PawX/s320/P2110052.JPG" width="320px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Place: International House of Beer, Bourbon Street, NOLA</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Peeps: KY Snows</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Beers: #65 Abita Ale Andygator (ABV 8%), </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;"> #66 Abita Amber (ABV 4.5%) </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;"> # 67 Abita Strawberry (ABV 4.2%)</span><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I think a tear came to my eye when I spotted this place. There are two locations on Bourbon Street and who cares about the other locations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The bar was the typical Bourbon Street hole-in-the- wall with great prices.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Ladies get a free beer if they take off their bras.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We planned to buy some el chepo bras from the Wal-Green to bring in for a freebie, but we forgot.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you’re ever on Bourbon Street I highly recommended it!</span></div><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">65# Abita Ale Andygator (ABV 8.0%)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Since I was in Louisiana it was only right to get as many Abita’s as possible.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Per Bartender, the Andygator had the highest abv of all the beers on tap. He told me it’s 11%, but I found out later that it’s really 8%.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Since I had a double serving I forgive him for lying.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was a good beer! Nice flavor, kind of sweet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Good beer for Bourbon Street cruising. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxvqoP-ah3yIR8OZJxnDpr-kXUYBTcYibtS4Cs67utp9CKRlHqBlsfkakgpkmGO7xBbFCNLC8nEwKKaGBn3bYTqQVRbLxsUhjM926RmtGzhK6ZbOzGE9EmRMsP225Dqgor1rKxii9S3gVs/s1600/P2110058.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxvqoP-ah3yIR8OZJxnDpr-kXUYBTcYibtS4Cs67utp9CKRlHqBlsfkakgpkmGO7xBbFCNLC8nEwKKaGBn3bYTqQVRbLxsUhjM926RmtGzhK6ZbOzGE9EmRMsP225Dqgor1rKxii9S3gVs/s320/P2110058.JPG" width="320px" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">#67 Abita Strawberry Ale (ABV 4.2%)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Abita’s strawberry flavored ale (duh).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s a wheat ale made with real strawberries. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I liked it, but I didn’t love it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Jen was enjoying it until she found some mystery cigarette ash in her cup.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I recommend this to the people that want to drink beer, but can get past the taste.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thumbs up!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXdCYI2YwjENAFzZXfCAY0gFxKwruENdevklEdgQ3PhPOG4zMlmnnCaYlpTxJ6JGAptbvWEU4d9Viqo_fyxgkjaGZsld82lGAi6-T76PS-kP_ZvA8XY_SLHs7njX2P_tZEM_HV0vdARs_J/s1600/P2110068.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXdCYI2YwjENAFzZXfCAY0gFxKwruENdevklEdgQ3PhPOG4zMlmnnCaYlpTxJ6JGAptbvWEU4d9Viqo_fyxgkjaGZsld82lGAi6-T76PS-kP_ZvA8XY_SLHs7njX2P_tZEM_HV0vdARs_J/s320/P2110068.JPG" width="320px" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Got a couple of shout outs! </span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">1.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">To Katie for being super smart and letting me tag along with her and Jen for the adventure.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m a little sad you’re not moving to New Orleans, but I’ll get over it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Get your gun license before you hit M-Town!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">2.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">To the crazy man on Bourbon Street who jumped out of nowhere and did the Stanky Leg Sunday morning before we left. You are one classy guy!</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt 0.5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">3.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Commanders Palace for the amazing lunch, but they get a serious back hand for those 25 cent cocktails.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I can make kool-aid at home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">On a serious note; Please continue to pray for all families that were affected by the tornado in April.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Seeing the damage of my sweet little T-Town brought a tear to my eye.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Volunteers and donations are needed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Get off yo butt and help somebody!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>;0)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid3rQT-_2XGmXeEetCp4CPg0RHy_e8lOIMdDxL4XFahyphenhyphenbwriD5RIjn8zeCWS8nPI51Om8QWXa1Jko5LpVCazYMGBaiw9IRSvr_ly5qgIP648LewrR31g3zHnqIRQmdSNmz_-cx9yP2gC7-/s1600/P2110064.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid3rQT-_2XGmXeEetCp4CPg0RHy_e8lOIMdDxL4XFahyphenhyphenbwriD5RIjn8zeCWS8nPI51Om8QWXa1Jko5LpVCazYMGBaiw9IRSvr_ly5qgIP648LewrR31g3zHnqIRQmdSNmz_-cx9yP2gC7-/s320/P2110064.JPG" width="320px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-23624083037110721492011-04-06T19:06:00.000-04:002011-04-06T19:06:48.124-04:00Sweetwater: Round 2... BREAK!<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">The Places: Sweetwater Brewer and Fellini's Pizza, Atlanta, GA</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">The Peep: Phons J.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">The Beers: #61 Sweetwater Happy Ending</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>#62 Shiner Bock</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Phonso was super jealous that I took my first trip to Sweetwater with my Snows (shout to Jen and Christina), so I took him on his first brewery tasting adventure.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To my surprise he really liked it!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He fit in just fine and we even made some friends while we were there. Side Note: The Snows out there have some harsh opinions about Nikki Minaj, but I’ll save that for another day. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Anyway… I was a tad disappointed that Phonso would not venture out past the lighter beers, but oh well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sweetwater was just as good the second time around.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A little bit more enjoyable since we were able to go outside and enjoy the sunshine. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you haven’t been to Sweetwater you need to go now! Yeah… Like right now…</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">#61 Sweetwater Happy Ending (ABV 9.0%)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">When I go to Sweetwater, I usually start with the favorite and get the special brew at last call. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not much to say about Happy Ending.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I didn’t really like it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It's an Imperial Stout.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It had flavors of chocolate and coffee and had a small hint of hops.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I really want to like stouts, but I don’t know if I have it in me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I think I'm trying them at the wrong time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Maybe I should coordinate a designated time to try stouts and call it “Stout Time”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Nice name, right? <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It wasn’t awful and possibly might get another try. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I gave it a side thumb/bad face for now. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The bad face is to add drama to the side thumb.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">High Five to Fellini’s Pizza on <street w:st="on"><address w:st="on">Northside Drive</address></street> for having the most delicious pizza on deck after my adventures! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Oh… I got a twitter for the cause!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Follow the adventures on @BeerLaughLove… If I remember to tweet. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Remember to breastfeed your kids! Cheers!</span></div>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-18853827477016502012011-04-01T12:50:00.004-04:002011-04-06T17:56:26.031-04:00I don't have a title... Sue me<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Place: Marlow’s Tavern- Chastain Rd, Kennesaw, GA</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Peep:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Alphonso J.</span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Beers: </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">#60 Ommengang Hennepin (ABV 7.70%), </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">#61 Pyramid Haywire Hefeweizen (ABV 5.20%)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Let me start off by saying, I love Marlow’s Tavern!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have always had amazing food and service every time I go.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are several locations across Metro Atlanta.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Definitely (I’ve been using that word a lot lately) a good pick for dinner and drinks for a reasonable price.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> <span style="font-family: "Calibri", "sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">I was a little sad that we had to sit in the drafty covered patio area</span></span><span style="background: yellow; mso-highlight: yellow;"><span style="background-color: white;">, but </span></span>we were to fat and hungry to wait for a seat inside.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Epic fail to the dude playing cover songs during dinner! I don't know his name, but he murdered some hits that night.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">#60 Ommengang Hennepin (ABV 7.70%)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The waiter (shout out to you blond hair waiter, even though I can’t remember your name) suggested Ommengang Hennepin.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Excellent choice!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So far, my best beer 2011 and officially on my all time favorites list. It’s perfect!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It has a mix of gingersnap and citrus hops. On the Ommengang Website someone wrote “I actually believe it was touched by the hand of God.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I don’t know if I would go that far, but<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>it gets a big thumbs up from me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I recommend to EVERYONE… even your grandmother!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxFwNUFm5-7xO81FRxXmG7kTLC0gjhyphenhyphencMPdIDlrZWknI6m2UDnPTpR-QxNNxMejnavvTxRCkAqlCBquTGXy-x4dul1Jglx0OSNHyw9zOuugfrkd7iCymNkAdo8EZ48jLkgp9sEqhT-jcQ9/s1600/P2040042.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxFwNUFm5-7xO81FRxXmG7kTLC0gjhyphenhyphencMPdIDlrZWknI6m2UDnPTpR-QxNNxMejnavvTxRCkAqlCBquTGXy-x4dul1Jglx0OSNHyw9zOuugfrkd7iCymNkAdo8EZ48jLkgp9sEqhT-jcQ9/s320/P2040042.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">#61 Pyramid Haywire Hefeweizen (ABV 5.20%)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Another Marlowe’s Tavern pick.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Very similar to Blue Moon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s a wheat ale with citrus flavor and golden color.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It would be perfect for hanging outside. It was nowhere near as good as the Hennepin, but it was nice.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Slight” thumbs up.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It get’s the “slight” because I like Blue Moon a little bit better.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtH-CuBsQ0YTZCauCe-9kMBSnndKK8PQKJznWgYEUhwfynZmd0493RdYu9m-tZMLv7u-BFHG0UrrsD6T-_mwLfhxwroKXW-ESyZr1ROKA30bpo4T5lBGW0G4zylrozbPSNQEldZ-Y_Zk92/s1600/P2040041.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtH-CuBsQ0YTZCauCe-9kMBSnndKK8PQKJznWgYEUhwfynZmd0493RdYu9m-tZMLv7u-BFHG0UrrsD6T-_mwLfhxwroKXW-ESyZr1ROKA30bpo4T5lBGW0G4zylrozbPSNQEldZ-Y_Zk92/s320/P2040041.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">HIGH FIVE to me for pumping out three posts in less than 24 hours.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have a lot catch up on, so I’m going to try to keep cranking out the hits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have been keeping track of my unwritten adventures in the memo pad on my phone (its a mess) and there are beers that I completely forgot about! Keep reading and I’ll keep typing! Cheers!</span></div>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-85539741685426664612011-04-01T10:51:00.001-04:002011-04-06T17:55:21.989-04:00Gump Town Adventure<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Place: Alley Bar, Montgomery, AL</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Peep(s): Alphonso J. Special appearance by Team Purple Burger</span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Beer:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>#59 UFO White</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Ok… So… I took a random trip to Montgomery, AL (Da, Gump, Da Land, or whatever you chose to call it) with Phons and special ride along guests Team Purple Bag (don’t ask).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Anywho… after a long day of being frightened by the natives and <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>playing with my 7 month old bff Ethan it was time to see what SAFE nightlife “Da Gump” had to offer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Alley Bar was NOT a place that I would expect to see in Montgomery.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It has a cool atmosphere, good variety of beers and chill mixed crowd. Oh… and a SHOT ROOM!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There was live music by Raygun Administration.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>HIGH FIVE to them for playing a darn good cover of Prince’s “Let’s Go Crazy”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I started the night off with some repeat offenders, Purple Haze, Dos Equis, and Corona Extra Dry (Shout out the my UA kids!).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>At the end of the night I tried my luck with UFO White.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bad move.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was a cross between orange Mop and Glow and Blue Moon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The beer was very crisp and tangy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was kind of weird and just wasn’t my cup of tea. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Side thumb for the effort and not being terrible, but I doubt I will give it a second chance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sorry kids! No pic for this one. My apologies...</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Shout out to Team Purple Bag and their mission to spread the word about brown liquor to age groups 18-24.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I also applaud their efforts to make functional drunkenness cool.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I wish them all nothing, but the best! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Oh… and a HIGH FIVE to Montgomery for always reminding me that Chatt isn’t that bad.</span></div>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-26140776197818246502011-03-31T14:59:00.002-04:002011-03-31T15:06:27.512-04:00Where you been, son?<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Man… Has it been a long time or what?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> I know it is super late, but I hope everyone is having a excellent start to the new year! </span>Between studying for the GRE and writing grad school essays I hardly had anytime to blog. Ok… I’m gonna lie…I just didn’t feel like blogging after all that mess, so I took a small hiatus. Now I’m so far behind on sharing my adventures I’m going to be typing like a mad woman! Even though I haven’t posted anything in a while, I definitely kept the tour going.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So without further delay I present to you... (dun dun dun) the beers of 2011!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">#55 Delirium Tremens (ABV 8.5%?)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I have heard nothing but good things about this beer, so I was excited to try it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>First off… Super scared of the bottle. I have no idea why, but it made me feel dirty. Like I was doing something wrong. Once I got passed the feeling dirty part, it was all good. It's golden, kind of frothy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m pretty sure there was some kind of funk coming from the bottle, but I chose to ignore it. Also, there were chunks of stuff at the bottom. I’m no beer expert so I don’t know what that was about.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In all, I give a thumbs up.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I didn’t go crazy like some people claim to do, but it would have made for a nice adventure.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">#56 Reunion 08 (ABV 6.50%)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I chose this beer because it was organic and the profits go to Multiple Myeloma and bone cancer research.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was having a “do-gooder” moment and felt like I was doing my part to help someone</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As I mentioned before, the beer is organic (my 1<sup>st</sup> organic beer, btw). It is made from caraway seeds (never heard of it).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m not gonna lie, When I started pouring it I was scared to death!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was thick and reminded me of old soda for some reason.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It wasn’t awful, but it certainly was NOT amazing. Can’t really describe the taste, but it’s not one I could get use to.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I give it a side thumb for the cause. Sorry about the pic... I couldn't turn to pic around.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">#57 Sierra Nevada Hoptimum (ABV 10.4%)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Let’s start from the beginning with this one… I go to my local place for my new beer adventure and to pick up some stuff for a girls night with friends.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The clerk is going crazy about these limited release beers and how it is soooooo amazing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I resisted the urge to buy some, but I by the time I got to the car I already changed my mind.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So I made a u-turn back into the store and the clerk is giving a history listen to a customer about the fabulous beers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was in and out off listening because, I was much more interested in which beer had the coolest bottle. At the end of it all, I spent over $20 on two beers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you know me for real, you know that I’m will probably think about that $20 until the year is over. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Anyway- Sierra Nevada Hoptimum was one of my picks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>CRAZY HOPS! Almost out of control (in a good way).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Crisp, slightly bitter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Very good beer for the more experienced beer drinker.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Would not promote this for the beginners.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thumbs ups!!!! Especially for the ABV.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I made myself finish the bottle, because I didn’t want to go to waste.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I recommend sharing it with a friend (or a stranger).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Shout out to Sherlock’s clerk guy for the selection.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">High Five to everyone and their dream/ goals for 2011! I have feeling that this going to be a year of major changes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The only person that promotes my recklessness is getting married (tear), the kid’s dad is (finally) finishing school, and I’m on a downward spiral to 30. It's geting real out there! Hopefully, I can provide you with a lot of laughs this year. I promise to do a better job with cranking out the posts. Cheers! </span></div>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-13411949045679225002010-12-31T13:39:00.001-05:002010-12-31T13:41:43.886-05:00Good night and good luck...<span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Whoa… 2010 is over?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It seems like yesterday I was bringing in the New Year with my best friend while my stomach was turning from champagne.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m not going to be one of those people to make New Year’s resolutions and talk about the awesome thing I’m going to do in 2011. 1. Because I'm not going to do it. 2. Because it’s plain stupid. By March, you forget about all that “be a better person” crap.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Just continue to be your old bad self and the rest will fall into place.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Anywho… 33 new beers down from May to December! At this rate I'll be at 300 in no time! Introducing my last beer of the year...</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Place:</b> Tap- Atlanta, Ga</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Peep(s):</b> Jen and Tina</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Beer:</b> La Fin Due Monde (ABV 9%) #53</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This beer gets a <strong>HIGH FIVE</strong> off top.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m a sucker for good flavor with a smooth finish. I will def be drinking it again.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I did some research on the brewery’s website and La Fin Due Monde has won TONS of awards.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The history behind it is interesting too.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Definitely a thumb up!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I recommend it to everyone.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Btw, Sweetwater Festive Ale was NOT a winner for Jen, but Tina Loved the ice cold water. She said it was better than the water in KY. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Tap is a nice little bar/restaurant in Downtown Atlanta.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It has a laid back atmosphere with dim lightening.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s a perfect place to take a date or mystery random (as I like to call “them”).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The beer/wine selection is better than the food menu, but that’s my opinion. I guess with the name TAP, food probably isn't what most of the customers are coming for. Anyway... Check it out for yourself <span style="color: black;"><strong>BIG HIGH FIVE</strong></span> for the BOGO burger and beer! </span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV2FMhxN97MQA33TDmyOnOnoG_DlKdegI49KZ7nQuPburkZnofY0bTxtYymhyphenhyphenCzUOZOPMG_hNJI8Pr6n0M4uYQvCi5i7PXM4ywDdLrPH7AWM3xPJAqKqJSJVWNnP-WNlVCq1dwwmHUzLCg/s1600/PC180026.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" n4="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV2FMhxN97MQA33TDmyOnOnoG_DlKdegI49KZ7nQuPburkZnofY0bTxtYymhyphenhyphenCzUOZOPMG_hNJI8Pr6n0M4uYQvCi5i7PXM4ywDdLrPH7AWM3xPJAqKqJSJVWNnP-WNlVCq1dwwmHUzLCg/s320/PC180026.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I can’t remember how half the things over the past 365 days, but I do know it went by fast. </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">December 28<sup>th</sup>’s Daily Bread message said to write out events that happened over the past year and the note what God did for you in those moments.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Writing it down helped me to put in prospective what He has done for me and family/friends. <strong>High Five</strong> to Jesus for EVERYTHING! Yes… EVERYTHING!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong><u>Side Note:</u></strong> If you’re in Atlanta for New Year’s weekend come to Masquerade on North Avenue Jan 1<sup>st</sup>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Glamourlyke will be performing along with some other groups (but who cares about them? j/k)! If you are a fan of good MUSIC you will definitely love this group.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Check out Glamourlyke’s videos below... </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;"><strong>SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BREWERIES, FARMERS, and MUSIC!</strong></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong><u>Side Side Note:</u></strong> Have a safe and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! *party horn blowing* I appreciate you following me on my quest for greatness.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cheers!</span></div>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-51710456414058657712010-12-22T12:37:00.002-05:002010-12-22T12:39:33.524-05:00Sweet heaven… I mean… water Brewery<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Place:</b> Sweetwater Brewery, Atlanta, GA</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Peeps:</b> Christina (Tina) R. and Elizabeth (Jen) R.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Beer(s): </b>Exodus Porter (ABV 6.2%)-#50</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sch Wheat (ABV 4.9%) - #51</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Georgia Brown (ABV 5.3%) - #52</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Dank Tank (ABV can’t remember) - #53</span><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Snows and I took a field trip to Sweetwater Brewery.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I don’t know what I’ve been doing for the last year, but I should have been coming here a looong time ago!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For $8 we got a free Sweetwater pint glass and six drink tickets.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Each ticket counts toward one beer (special brews are two tickets).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>By the end of the end of tasting it is suppose to equal three pints (or more).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is this heaven?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is an ideal place to go meet up with friends for a mid-day adventure or a lonely day of boozing (responsibly).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The brewery and tasting were great, but the tour was so-so.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The tour was interesting but, not much to see.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The place facility is kind of small, so it was expected.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The story behind the two owners and how they started Sweetwater was pretty good.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m always motivated by stories about businesses being built from nothing, but hard work. High five to them! Good people making good beer!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Georgia Brown (ABV 5.3%) - #52</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Umm… so… I pretty much downed this beer, that how much I liked it so much!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>By the time I remembered to take the thumbs pic it was gone! Georgia Brown is officially one of my top 5 favorite beers (unless something better comes along). It has a nutty, kind of sweet flavor and smooth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Hands down the best beer I had all day!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I would push this beer on anybody and EVERYBODY.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With a slogan like “Smoother than a Bill Clinton apology” how can you not like it! THUMBS UP! WAY UP!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Check out Sweetwater Brewery for yourself. I promise you won’t be disappointed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><a href="http://www.sweetwaterbrew.com/">http://www.sweetwaterbrew.com/</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Support your local breweries and farmers!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I want to take the time to wish everyone a Merry Christmas or Happy Hanukkah or whatever (unless it’s something bad) you celebrate this time of year. Thanks for you are supporting my blog and for your input and encouragement.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m glad my stupidity can make you happy!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cheers!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Sidenote: If anybody knows a Seth Goldstein, please have him contact me. Thanks!</span></div>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-29090269765339779892010-12-21T13:43:00.004-05:002010-12-21T13:52:32.108-05:00Snow+ice=DANGER DANGER DANGER<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My good friends Elizabeth and Christina came to visit from Kentucky.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Its too bad they came in the mist of the most dangerous ice storm that every hit Metro Atlanta and surrounding counties! There were a wrecks and car abandonments all over the city! Traffic was backed up for miles! It was INSANITY… Ahhh!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Just kidding… The ice “storm” consisted of an hour of snow and a thin layer of ice on the road and because that people went ape crazy! It was a nice summer’s day compared to what we are use to in KY.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The over exaggerated chaos can be summed up in five words: People in Atlanta can’t drive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Drake said it best, “They can’t help it and I can’t blame em.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Anywho… Enough of that mess.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Since my Snows were in town it was the perfect time to get some beers in.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They are my only girl friends that love beer as much as I do. High five for beers 49-54!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><strong>The Peeps:</strong> Alphonso J., Christina (Tina) R., Elizabeth (Jen) R.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><strong>The Beer:</strong> Smuttynose Big A IPA (9.7% ABV) - #49</span><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; tab-stops: 337.5pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIzRqplCNKOYr_uEK-65XGjxmXJy3XKT2Jl9RRrHH7wrYlNtRFim5a99VSL0zTQG4V_lODjy6PPczLwvC1AWiXaj9kNQv_ARwy3zY5gZ9CwhLRAtuGj14b0XzLmnGhQy4i22G2kW-23Xu4/s1600/PC160013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" n4="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIzRqplCNKOYr_uEK-65XGjxmXJy3XKT2Jl9RRrHH7wrYlNtRFim5a99VSL0zTQG4V_lODjy6PPczLwvC1AWiXaj9kNQv_ARwy3zY5gZ9CwhLRAtuGj14b0XzLmnGhQy4i22G2kW-23Xu4/s320/PC160013.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Big flavor! It sort of reminded me of New Belgium 2°, but not really (if that makes any sense).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>At first taste I had a “What the f**k” moment, but after a couple of sips it was much better. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It had a lot of hops and malt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Definitely not a beer I would recommend to beginners, only for the real sippers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I checked out the Smuttynose Brewery website and Big A IPA won the American cask real ale competition, The Michael Jackson award!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Pretty awesome, right! The naked man boxing on the case cover probably had something to do with that win (j/k).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had to give it a slight side thumb because, wasn’t jumping off with my buffalo chicken tenders.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It would have been much better without food.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Elizabeth had the Victory Golden Monkey Triple.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She liked it, but not with her chicken tenders either. It was a bad day for the tenders. Phons and Tina just had Bud Lights… Lames!</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">Now about Taco Mac! </span>Oh… Taco Mac.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is nothing bad I could ever say about it! Well… Other than the fact that they ran out of pint night glasses, but I forgive them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The restaurant has an awesome beer selection and great food.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have never had a bad meal there (If you have, keep it to yourself. You’ll ruin</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';"> </span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">the moment. Thanks!)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>TRUE STORY: During our dinner some crazy man came off the street and started yelling at guys across from us. He had to be escorted out by the police and the guys got free shot for their disturbance. WHAT? Note to self: Pay homeless man to yell at us in Taco Mac for free shots.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In all, it was a good outing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was Jen and Tina’s first time and they both liked it. Hooray</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG0MyUYSyGsvYXRZY3P-zece-9Ns92Cp2PdY2Z11Nuta8caOJwjfny8-nxIXXbJRaHlPcG_mBTAjL3IyCQagvOC9s7LCG5aAwkFJ9O01GrmLig3NgJmRCEEfBZr-akLPLf7JGxAWN_g-WP/s1600/PC160014.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" n4="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG0MyUYSyGsvYXRZY3P-zece-9Ns92Cp2PdY2Z11Nuta8caOJwjfny8-nxIXXbJRaHlPcG_mBTAjL3IyCQagvOC9s7LCG5aAwkFJ9O01GrmLig3NgJmRCEEfBZr-akLPLf7JGxAWN_g-WP/s320/PC160014.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In other news: I did not know that there is such thing as a regulation beer pong table. So all this time I haven't been playing by the rules, which is why I super sucked on the "ruled" table! Darn! Oh... and a man spit on Tina's car on 285, because she wouldn't let him over. Go ahead and laugh... I did.</span>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-48244071209375187552010-12-09T14:19:00.004-05:002010-12-10T11:46:58.973-05:00Turbodog?<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">December is here and you know what that means! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Angry shoppers, road rage, and robberies!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Nothing like celebrating the birth of our Savior with a little Holiday fear.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I don’t know where you are, but it is <span style="color: blue;"><strong>COLD</strong></span> in The A.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is perfect time to stay in and snuggle... with a new beer!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Beer #48-Abita Ale Turbodog.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I chose this beer because it had a fun name and it’s made of by the same brewery of my beloved Purple Haze. Umm… This beer was not at all what I was expecting.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>First of all… It’s a bitch to open if you don’t have a bottle opener, so I had to use a can opener (don’t ask). <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I know what you’re thinking! How in the hell am I suppose to be on beer quest and not have a bottle opener?!?! Foolish!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Second… I need to start reading descriptions before I make my purchases.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Turbodog is dark brown ale with Chocolate/Toffee flavor.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not the type of beer you want to pair with popcorn (shot out to Jiffy Pop, btw) and chick flicks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My first though after tasting it was “Who in the hell am I gonna get to drink the rest of this? I wasted $7!” But of course I had to try it again and again and again. In a nutshell, Turbodog isn’t bad, but it’s not amazing either. I give it a<strong> slight side thumb. </strong>That chocolate taste was not doing it for me. I give myself an A for effort! High five, me! Despite this minor let down, I am excited to try other varieties from Abita Ale! Moral of the story (if there is one): Read before you buy! Bad beer=Bad night.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In other news: People are snorting nutmeg to get high! Really? I googled it (like I do everything) and it seems to have been around for a while. Who knew? In unrelated news to nutmeg sniffing: My local “beverage” store has a rewards card. I started to ask about it, but I was ashamed. Oh well, maybe next time. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Oh… And congrats to The Trailer Nation Auburn on winning the SEC Championship last week. You get what you pay for! </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Anywho…Protect yourselves this Holiday. Remember what this season REALLY about and drink responsibly!</span></div>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-74176103782472179192010-11-28T17:30:00.003-05:002010-12-10T11:46:37.104-05:00What?Last night my uncle offered to share his Schlitz Malt Liquor with me. Sad to say, but I had to decline. I know I have a lot of beers to go before I reach my goal, but I WILL NOT drink malt liquor! I know... I shouldn't be a snob, but c'mon son... MALT LIQUOR! What am I? A 60-year-old man? Don't get me wrong. I've had my share of Smirnoff Ice and Skyy Blues back in the day, but the thought of it now makes my stomach turn.<br />
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So, we went to the website (yes, they have a website) and discovered that Schlitz has other flavors of this "beverage". Bull Ice-Ice Malt Liquor, Red Bull-Xtra Long Malt Liquor, Malt Liquor-Original Malt Liquor, and High Gravity-Very Smooth Lager. Word??? Anyway...With a very little encouragement, my uncle is now on a mission to try all four flavors. Shout out to my Uncle Jerald for being an el' cheapo and my Schlitz for making his nights more enjoyable! <br />
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Here is the website if you want to check it out and expand your palet...<br />
<a href="http://www.schlitzbull.com/">http://www.schlitzbull.com/</a>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-27440601659508080472010-11-28T00:45:00.002-05:002010-12-10T11:46:12.393-05:00Trapped...<strong>The Place:</strong> Beer Trape, Lexington, KY<br />
<strong>My Peep:</strong> Elizabeth R. <br />
<strong>The Beer:</strong> Ayinger Brau Weisse (#47)<br />
The description mentioned said it has a distinct banana aroma flavor and that it will impress every wheat beer connoisseur with the first mouthful. Sounds like a winner! I am not a wheat beer connoisseur, but this beer was pretty good. Full of flavor and fruity as promised. I would recommend it my girl friends that wants to try beer, but don’t want the "expected" taste.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">O.A.N. Went out for a beer and dessert run with a friend tonight on my last full day in Chatt. I'm looking at the menu and... DUN DUN DUUUUUN... I've had every beer on the menu. Ugh! Sad day on the tour. I had to settle for old faithful Bud Light. The beers (yeah, I had two) hit the domestic spot. Note to self: Don't rely on Chili's or any other commercial eatery to help me on my quest. See what I mean? Trying new beers isn't alway ease. Learn from my mistakes. Oh well... Other than this mishap and Bama losing to The Trailer Park Nation (Auburn) my Thanksgiving break has been alright, but I am soooo ready to go back to my own space...</span>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5432017487276685772.post-85029341011334861462010-11-21T20:09:00.000-05:002010-11-21T20:09:36.610-05:00The start of an adventure...<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Drinking 184 beers in 4 years no sweat right? Wrong! Do you know how hard it is the go to a common restaurant that has beer menu with more than Bud, Miller, and Corona? Sometime it is a big challenge, believe it or not. I started this blog to show my adventures in beer. My personal goal is to drink 184 beers before I turn 30. Totaling in 204 beers in my lifetime. Hopefully my blog will inspire people to achieve their own personal goals and encourage more people (especially women) to drink beer. I will be posting my beer picks, pics, comments and a maybe funny story or two if its a good day. I'm not trying to be the next Michael Jackson (Beer Hunter not King of Pop), but maybe my blog will be handy to someone in the future. Ready? Cheers!!!!</span>Kit Willshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13049505895358980507noreply@blogger.com1