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Steam Whistle: A pilsner to be proud of

September 5th, 2008

BEER REVIEW: Steam Whistle by Steam Whistle Brewing, in Ontario, Canada

Americans sure do not have a wide variety when it comes to high quality pilsners. Sure, you have your Bud and Miller but once you take a step beyond and experience a premium pilsner, you will not want to go back.

Steam Whistle is a premium Canadian pilsner. What is unique about this beer is the fact that it only uses four natural ingredients: spring water, malted barley, hops and yeast. The web site points to the brewmasters and staffs passion as being the fifth – and I think you will agree once you try it. The simplicity pays off in taste, as there are no complex flavors trying to receive the attention of your taste buds.

The first thing I noticed when putting back a bottle of this fine beverage was how smooth it was. The fresh, crisp brew went down quickly, smoothly and enjoyably leaving a nicely balanced, mild hoppy and malty aftertaste. Steam Whistles light gold color is also parallel to its light, refreshing taste. While ever-so-slight, the mild citrus notes enhanced the flavor even more so and makes for a great summer time drink.

If you ever find yourself in the great north, make sure to pick up one of the very better pilsners out there. And when you are finished, be sure to blow across the neck of the bottle and enjoy the satisfying steam whistle sound. Canadas very own Steam Whistle. You will not be disappointed.

*special thanks to Derek White for providing the opportunity.

Steam Whistle is Highly Recommended by Ben

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Sapporo Edels Pils

June 12th, 2008

BEER REVIEW: Sapporo Edels Pils by Sapporo Breweries LTD, Tokyo, Japan

Very few beers make me reflect. By that I mean that I begin to ponder about the very existence of said beer in my hand. I ask questions like, “Where does this beer come from?”, “What kind of a beer is this?” and “How come I have not come across this beer more often?”. There are few beers that prompt me to ask those questions. Past beers that have awoken my mind are: Guinness, Yebisu Black and Goose Island IPA. Now I can add Sapporo Edels Pils to that list.

My first (and sadly, my last) encounter with Sapporo Edels Pils was at the Yebisu Beer Museum in Tokyo, Japan. In the glorious tasting lounge of the Museum they offered plenty of Yebisu beers to savor and to my great pleasure, they also had this lovely Pilsner on hand. I did not know at the time, but the Sapporo brand and the Yebisu brand are closely tied. Thanks to the relationship of the two breweries, there are some specialty drafts of Sapporo brand beers at the Yebisu Beer Museum. This works out well for all parties involved.

The Sapporo Edels Pils is a pilsner with a refreshing crisp body with a hint of citrus. It is by far one of the most drinkable beers I have ever tasted. When I had my first taste, I remember feeling pure enjoyment as I savored every drop. Sapporo Edels Pils is a beer that keeps on giving back even after you are done. The enjoyable and refreshing taste provided by every drop of this pilsner makes you wish it was more readily available. I have been frantically searching for a bar or liquor store that offers Sapporo Edels Pils. Sadly I have come up empty. Knowing that this beer is not as easily available across the globe makes you appreciate the moments you have with it that much more. As I mentioned earlier, I only enjoyed this beer while I was at the Yebisu Beer Museum in Tokyo. If that is the only place where you can enjoy this beautiful beer, I encourage you to find your way to Tokyo, Japan. Visit the Yebisu Beer Museum and enjoy one of the greatest beers available.