Beer 51 - Leviathan Imperial Red, Harpoon Brewery

My day started by sleeping through my alarm. I guess I just hadn't recovered from the soccer game last night. That didn't matter though I still had to go to my 8 hour coaching clinic.

It felt like a long Saturday, but with all the activity I'm betting my body will feel like a Leviathan had it's way with me in my sleep. Tomorrow will be painful.

Scene Setting: Enjoying the couch with my sweetheart while watching the Olympics and SNL.

Verdict: 9.2% ABV speaks for itself. It starts with some good hops and a lot of them but is balanced with a mild malty feel.Overall though it's bitter and strong.

Beer 44 - Drop Top Amber Ale, Widmer Brothers

Girls night has been moved back to Tuesday, so I had to become scarce. No problem, it's pint night at the Firehouse. Widmer and Kona were on tonight.

Tonight is one of those nights I want to sit alone and fade into deep thought. Sometimes (most of the time) that's what I prefer.

Scene Setting: Sitting by myself at a table pounding my competition at electronic poker. At the moment I have $29,000 in chips, and the player in second has $2,700.

Verdict: Nice floral aroma. Smooth texture and mild hops. This beer is easy to drink. I tend to prefer beer with more extreme flavors, but if you don't want your beer to bite back you will probably enjoy this one.

Beer 28 - Full Moon Rye, Real Ale Brewery

Our men's soccer team had an 11:00 game tonight and I'm beat! Nothing to cure exhaustion like a few beers at the Firehouse (our team sponsor).

Tonight James suggested the Full Moon Rye from Real Ale in Blanco, TX. I like Texas natives. Road trip coming soon, anyone for Blanco?

Scene Setting: At the Firehouse Grill and Brewery with team after another victory. New server tonight, Raquel doing it right. All around great staff at the Firehouse.

Verdict: Its nice to find a bar with a good atmosphere, but it's even better when you couple that with a great beer selection. I like the effort James puts into his grill and brewery. I'm definitely looking forward to Blanco. This rye was exceptional. Crisp, excellent use of hops, and you know I like hops. I like it. You should stop by the Firehouse and try it. I just found out they have a Sunday brunch I'd like to try too. Sent from my iPhone