Monday, May 23, 2011

Beer 326 - Lagunitas The Hairy Eyeball (3.5 stars out of 5)


The Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma, CA.  Bought at HEB Cinco Ranch and drunk at home in Katy after meeting Sofia for dinner at Panera bread and then Sofia and Patricia going to the gym while I went home to nurse my still sore - but getting better - feet.

Web site: http://www.lagunitas.com/beers/hairyeyeball.html with an interesting virtual beer tasting video.

The web site says "Hairy Eyeball Ale
Our New Year's release for the seasoned beer folks … Big, brown warmer with several varieties of crystal malt. No actual eyeballs were added during the brewing of this beer. Approx. Release – New Year's Day
ABV: 9.0%"

A very malty beer with a rich aroma.  The malt subdues the hops and leaves an interesting aftertaste that is quite pleasant.  Smooth and warming, a good beer to drink on a cold winters day, even though it is 80 degrees outside in Katy, I still enjoyed it in the cooler air conditioning.

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