Michael N. is drinking a Fresh Hop Sitra Achra by Brujos Brewing at Brujos Brewing
Oh yeah, this is very good. Lovely interplay of hoppy and creamy. The "freshness" of the fresh hops is all up front with the bite, but it's not too strong & quickly mitigated by the sweeter hazy profile. Like other Brujos, it could be a little lower ABV.
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Michael N. is drinking a Belgian Blanche by Maka Di at Spice Waala
Picking up some kathi rolls and coconut cardamom soft serve and decided to have a Goa-based blonde ale while I waited. This was nice! Not crazy memorable but it's light and citrusy and an easy pound while waiting for good food. Probably good w/ it, too.
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Michael N. is drinking a Wet Season: Strata XPA (2025) by Ravenna Brewing Company at Ravenna Brewing Co.
While running errands, felt like checking out one of Ravenna's seasonal crushers. Seattleites are blessed with a preponderance of fresh hop offerings. And while the season in general gets overhyped, it remains a unique and tasty stretch. This one = 👍👍
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Michael N. is drinking a Derivation (Blend #20) by Side Project Brewing at Side Project Brewing
Okay, this is very nice. It's a partly candied vanilla flavor w/o the over-sweetness. The almonds might be the explanation for that effect. If there's a honey element, it might be with the mild imparting sweetness and perhaps mouthfeel. Tastiness. 👌
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Just so fucking good. Maybe as good as b1 ever was for all that I can truly recall. Emotions are the only real truth in memory and even that's not reliable. Bottom line: the unfettered vanilla clarity & bourbon fudge balance is sublime here. Top notch.