What beer do you drink?

[SMiLE Brian]

Newcastle Brown Ale 

agreed   

[smile-holland]

Hoegaarden is my favorite, but I like any except for US Macro Brews and IPA's.

Ah, someone has good taste   

It's definitely Grolsch for me, especially the Herfstbok (a seasonal beer, only sold in autumn and winter), but the Kanon (= Canon... yes, that name pretty much sums it up  . )

Another great (and strong) beer is Kasteel (and - no - this a not Castle lager).
Other personal favorites: Palm, Hoegaarden, Leffe (Blond, or Triple)

[bgas]

Stag

[the captain]

Sir, I am the reigning Smiley Smile drunk. The only way to settle this would be the time-honoured pints at dawn. 

Ahem.

Anyway, some of mine are Hacker Pschorr (the Oktoberfest and Munich Gold), Surly Furious or Surly Cynic, New Belgian Ranger, Brooklyn Lager, Deschutes Inversion, Schell's Firebrick. Generally not a fan of heavier darks, stouts and such. But I'm pretty easy to please: while I feel like I have some decent taste, I'll drink what I'm given without complaint. (Nobody likes a snob ... except himself.)

Speaking of Hoegaardens, I had quite a few last night, as a matter of fact. Not really a go-to, but hit the spot yesterday.

[rab2591]

It's definitely Grolsch for me,

I've had that a few times and loved it.

PS: Thanks, over and over, for making this thread - I've learned of a few more beers I need to try in the next few weeks/months.

[Heysaboda]

anybody here ever had a St. Pauli Girl?

 

[SloopJohnB]

My personal favorites, in alphabetical order:


Cantillon (Gueuze / Kriek / Rosé de Gambrinus / Fou'Foune)
Chimay (Blue)
Delirium Tremens
Duvel
Grolsch
Guinness
Leffe (Blond)


...And by a hot summer day with friends and a nice BBQ, I have nothing against a Budweiser or a Corona. I don't get the hate towards those beers - they're good for what they are, that is to say honest, almost "soft" beverages that go well with many kinds of foods but add a refreshing twist to them.

[the captain]

Delirium Tremens

Good call!

[rab2591]

I used to frequent another forum 'Tiki Central' back during my exotica music phase - there is a 75+ page thread titled "What are you drinking right now?"

quite interesting to see all the drinks these people come up with.

[Alan Smith]

Can we also agree that Corona should be illegal?
I'm sorry guys, but that's the worst beer I've ever had.

I'm with you, man; the UN should be tasked to resolve that problem.

I have a preference for Pilsner Urquell - although it costs a wad, great flavoured brew and always a pleasure - good hot weather gear.

Did I notice some Fosters hate before? Well said, as most big brand Australian beers are completely rooted (beer scented water), although the boutique market is kickin' butt.  A case of ok beer is around $40-45 at the moment!!!

We also have a growing cider epidemic on our hands

[the captain]

What's everyone's favorite of their local beers? City, state, country, whatever works best for you to answer.

While our (Minnesota) most known current beer is probably Summit's EPA, I highly, highly recommend anyone who can get a Surly Cynic or Furious to do so.

[rab2591]

What's everyone's favorite of their local beers? City, state, country, whatever works best for you to answer.

While our (Minnesota) most known current beer is probably Summit's EPA, I highly, highly recommend anyone who can get a Surly Cynic or Furious to do so.

Luther, do you think they would they sell those at a beer and wine shop here in Virginia?

I am terrible when it comes to local beers. Our famous local (central Virginia) brewery is Starr Hill - apparently they make some great beer, but I've never tried it. Perhaps this thread will get me to.

[the captain]

I'll bet you could find Summit in a decent shop. Surly...less likely. It's quite new (<5 years, anyway) and just gaining hold even here.

You can always find Grain Belt!

[Craig Boyd]

Newcastle Brown Ale 

I've had that one before, and it's excellent!  The Brits are outstanding in this field!

We certainly are! 

Although sadly they moved the production of "Newkie Broon" away from Newcastle to Yorkshire which is a shame 

[Kees]

It's definitely Grolsch for me,

Yeah. Altough I like Hertog Jan a little better   
And: Leffe, Affligem, Steenbrugge (especially the blond ones) Well, just about all beers from Belgium really. 

[MBE]

Hoegaarden is my favorite, but I like any except for US Macro Brews and IPA's.

Ah, someone has good taste   

It's definitely Grolsch for me, especially the Herfstbok (a seasonal beer, only sold in autumn and winter), but the Kanon (= Canon... yes, that name pretty much sums it up  . )

Another great (and strong) beer is Kasteel (and - no - this a not Castle lager).
Other personal favorites: Palm, Hoegaarden, Leffe (Blond, or Triple)

Thank you. I once tried a few styles of Hoegaarden that were really good but they don't sell them here. I think Grand Cru was one and then the other was Spéciale. I would love to have those again. Leffe and Grolsch are also very good. Like Luther I also like Hacker Pschorr a lot. I've tried about five kinds and they all are great.
Locally I like Two Brothers Monarch Wit and Ebel Weiss.

[over and over]

It's definitely Grolsch for me,

I've had that a few times and loved it.

PS: Thanks, over and over, for making this thread - I've learned of a few more beers I need to try in the next few weeks/months.

Same here man. I've really been out of the loop. Some of these beers I've never heard of, but at the end of the day, getting drunk is the goal. 

[the captain]

I've got some New Belgium Dig (pale ale) here today. And with a forecast of sunny and mid-70s, I think it's going to be awfully good with some grilled food. (Eggplant--aubergine for some of you, I suppose--and portabellas with mozzarella and parmesan on a grilled roll.)

[Heysaboda]

Another great ale is Old Peculiar, an English ale, of course.  Not sure if this is still made.  I used to drink it at the Harbor Inn in the Cleveland Flats.

All the great ales are from England!

[hypehat]

Another great ale is Old Peculiar, an English ale, of course.  Not sure if this is still made.  I used to drink it at the Harbor Inn in the Cleveland Flats.

All the great ales are from England!

HELL YEAH

[oddsbodkins]

Cantillon (Gueuze / Kriek / Rosé de Gambrinus / Fou'Foune)

Sloop gets it.

[oddsbodkins]

What's everyone's favorite of their local beers? City, state, country, whatever works best for you to answer.

While our (Minnesota) most known current beer is probably Summit's EPA, I highly, highly recommend anyone who can get a Surly Cynic or Furious to do so.

Surly Furious is my favorite IPA.  Being in Chicago, we've missed their kegs for the past 2 years.  Thankfully there are a few online shops that ship!

[SloopJohnB]

Cantillon (Gueuze / Kriek / Rosé de Gambrinus / Fou'Foune)

Sloop gets it.

All Cantillons are quite expensive compared to other beers but they're definitely worth the price. Nice to find another Cantillon enthusiast! 

[oddsbodkins]

Cantillon (Gueuze / Kriek / Rosé de Gambrinus / Fou'Foune)

Sloop gets it.

All Cantillons are quite expensive compared to other beers but they're definitely worth the price. Nice to find another Cantillon enthusiast! 

They don't even see the shelves in Chicago.  Gone in a whisper.  I'm down to one Cantillon in the cellar... but it's an '09 Blabaer!

[thatjacob]

I'm poor so I usually end up drinking Simpler Times Lager (Trader Joes), PBR, Yuengling Lager Drafts, or High Life tallboys.
I'll occasionally spend the $10 and get a Delirium Nocturnum. That's more of twice a year treat, though.