Lagers & Loungers

Beer Reviews, Pairings and Suggestions for the Everyman

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Let’s not forget the S.I.P.s (Standard Issue Pilsners)

Friday, September 28th, 2007
Beer, Uncategorized | 4 Comments »

OK. I’m going to put something out here that’s a little different. Not a review, not a pairing or a suggestion, but rather a quick thought I had the other day…
There are a slew of what one may call “good beers” out there. From your standard Guinness to the more exotic (and recently reviewed on this […]

My Buddy Sam…

Sunday, September 9th, 2007
Drinking With Food, Beer | 8 Comments »

So the summer season is winding down but the grill still gets hot a couple times a week around my house. I get to do a little lounging here and there and do my best to accompany that with some lager (pitiful plug, I know). Just yesterday I found myself turning the beef, chicken and […]

Sapporo And Sushi, Does Life Get Any Better

Monday, September 3rd, 2007
Drinking With Food, Beer | No Comments »

One of my more frequent haunts is Cafe Zen at the American Tobacco Campus in Durham North Carolina.
While the service is just OK, and the lounging leaves plenty to be desired, the atmosphere, food and abundance of outdoor seating, make it a winner for me.

I guess the hit or miss service and having Tyler’s Tap […]

Review: Three Philosophers Quadrupel: Belgian Quadrupel Ale

Saturday, August 18th, 2007
Quadrupel, Beer | No Comments »

I had read about this brew repeatedly, and finally caved when I saw it last weekend. It was available for $6.99 for a 750 ml bottle at Trader Joe’s. I’ve seen this upwards of $10 on gourmet Web sites.

This Belgian-style ale (9.8% alcohol) is mixed with a Cherry Lambic. It […]