BTW: I have all three of your trifecta beers in my fridge right now!!… so props to your taste…

Irish says: “Guinness, Sierra Nevada Pale, Sam Adams Boston Lager. Sure there are others that may exceed these in quality, ONE of these 3 are available pretty much everywhere I am.”

You’ve not been to the South of Iowa, then…Budweiser is considered a luxury beer here.

I think the series finishes in something like 2012.

I have yet to try any of those but have heard great raves about the concept. Also their Ruination IPA is said to be arguably the most bitter and hoppy beer in the states. Give em a try, they are out of San Diego.

However, I am astounded…ASTOUNDED I say that Stone Brewing’s Arrogant Bastard Ale did not make the list in that all to short article. There is just something about a beer who’s back label starts out “This is an aggressive beer. You probably won’t like it. It is quite doubtful that you have the taste or sophistication to be able to appreciate an ale of this quality and depth.”

The state of Iowa has yet to add the bold assertiveness and full mouth assault of the AB Ale to it’s purchase list so we need to drive a ways to get it. But it’s worth investing in a case or two. You can also get it shipped. http://www.arrogantbastard.com It comes in 22oz bottles only, and 10% alcohol content. By my calculation…that’s like drinking 4 Bud Lights.

I have had the 90 minute from Dogfish and found it to be fantastic.

My “power trio” that I stick to at most bars and restaurants around Iowa are in exact order: Guinness, Sierra Nevada Pale, Sam Adams Boston Lager. Sure there are others that may exceed these in quality, ONE of these 3 are available pretty much everywhere I am.

I often wonder if I bought an Irish Pub because I wanted to own and operate one…..or if I just wanted Guinness on tap, and beer at cost.

Although I did have some of Daren’s home brew. And truth be told, for a beer, it was great. Hands down the most I’ve enjoyed drinking a beer.