Beer

I haven't had any beer for several weeks since I started my diet/exercise plan. I thought I would reward myself every so often. Last night was one of those rewards. A co-worker invited me to go with him and several of his friends to a beer tasting event. It was a challenge to get me out because of the diet thing but also because I am dealing with a rather severe case of hibernation. I am so glad I went.

Full Sail Brewing Company just released their 2008 bourbon aged Top Sail Porter. I was unable to pick any up last week and it is already sold out. The tasting was their 2004 Imperial Porter, 2006 Black Gold Imperial Stout and 2008 Top Sail Porter. I had the sample of all three and then a glass of the 2006. By the end of the night, they also offered us a glass of the 2002. We couldn't stop there so we went to a bar in my neighborhood that had the 2006 and 2008 Abyss on tap. I had 4 sips of the 2006 Abyss and realized I had enough. So, I am glad I deviated from my diet plan to taste some of the most recognized beer in the region.