Articles by Matt Michini
Jun. 6, 2014
Allentown Brew Works offers velvety smooth ale
With names like Steelworker’s Oatmeal Stout, Pawnshop Porter and Blueberry Belch, Allentown Brew Works seems to have a penchant for run down, post-industrial small town…
May. 30, 2014
Brooklyn Brewery’s pale ale provides malty flavors
At one time, New York’s Brooklyn borough was a prominent brewing center in the United States. In 1900, it boasted 48 breweries and produced a…
May. 23, 2014
Duck-Rabbit Craft Brewery delivers mellow Brown Ale
Is it a duck or a rabbit? You decide, says the Duck-Rabbit Craft Brewery, whose logo depicts the decades-old rabbit-duck illusion. Personally, I think it…
May. 16, 2014
Detour Double IPA is very hop heavy with crisp notes
This week I grabbed a bottle of Uinta Brewing Co.’s Detour Double IPA. Uinta beers are usually quite easy to pick out due to their…
May. 9, 2014
Yuengling Summer Wheat features bubblegum notes
In an increasingly bubbling craft beer market where a new brewery seems to be popping up in the United States just about every day, Yuengling…
May. 2, 2014
D.C. brewer makes pale ale with bitter, astringent finish
Washington, D.C., is a wonderful beer town. If you’ve ever visited a bar in the district, you’ve likely encountered a large, well-chosen draft beer list…
Apr. 25, 2014
Unibroue’s Belgian Tripel packs complex mouthfeel
A triumph of modern beer brewing, the Belgian Tripel style is complex, tasty and strong. Like many Belgian styles, special yeast strains produce unique flavors…
Apr. 18, 2014
County Line IPA provides well-balanced, hoppy taste
Last week, I took a trip to the Craft Beer Outlet in Northeast Philly to peruse their extensive selection and take advantage of their Tuesday…
Apr. 11, 2014
North Coast Brewing Co. Makes Refreshing Pilsner
With springtime upon us, it’s time to start enjoying one of my favorite beer styles, Pilsner. This light lager style is typically hops-forward, with crisp…
Apr. 4, 2014
Oskar Blues’ Ten FIDY has sweet, delicious taste
This week I decided to try a beer from one of my favorite breweries, Oskar Blues. I picked up a can of their ominous Ten…