Wednesday March 7th 2012
Beer School
Today’s beers were from Russian River
Until I get a “real” job, (ideas anyone???)
which is ultimately my goal,
I will always make an effort to get myself to
Beer School (free) at Memphis Taproom
the 1st Wednesday of the month.
It’s a great learning experience; it’s fun
meeting new people & networking too.
Plus afterwards you can stay & have a
fabulous lunch……
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CHRIS was one of the presenters today –
he works at Memphis Taproom on weekends
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KEITH another teacher of today’s class – he even
broke out the WHITE Holy Communion necktie
for the event……
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DAMNATION was first up.
It is a GOLDEN ALE:
Inspired pretty much by Duvel and
other strong golden ales of Belgium.
It is medium-bodied, has a fruity/banana bouquet,
and a dry, spicy finish.
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Next Lesson was SALVATION:
A Strong Dark Ale
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Supplication is a
Sour Brown Ale Aged in Pinot Noir Barrels with Sour Cherries.
“Brown Ale aged in used Pinot Noir barrels
from local Sonoma County wineries.”
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Beer School was oversubscribed.
I probably should NOT even be telling you about it
as I may not have a seat next month!
(maybe I’ll have a “real” job by then?)
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Chris pouring beer & educating us!
Multi-tasking. What a guy!
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the final beer was CONSECRATION…..
Sour Dark Ale
Aged in Cabernet Sauvignon Barrels with Currants
Rich flavors of chocolate truffle, spice, tobacco, currants,
and a bit of Cabernet. Very full-bodied, sip slowly!
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What’s on your agenda for APRIL 21st?
I have an idea…..
I’m quite studious – I take notes & all!
I need to be able to help customers in the event
they need information about BEER (or wine).
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Friend DENISE joined me today!
With limited seating my friends may have to
take a number if they want to come with me!
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we made friends today!
Barry & Gina (off work for the day!)
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after Beer School I thought I’d have some
BLIND PIG which is another fabulous Russian River
brew — however — it was really a ploy to
hide the true identity of the real beer that
was to be tapped after School……
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SURPRISE guest beer —
PLINY THE YOUNGER —
it is a much coveted beer that is hard to find.
Here’s his story…..
Triple IPA with triple the amount of hops as a regular I.P.A. It is extremely difficult, time and space consuming, and very expensive to make…..which is Why it’s not made more often! This beer is very full-bodied with tons of hop character in the nose and throughout. It is also deceptively well-balanced and smooth.
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Denise & I both opted for the Vegan Club Sandwich.
SMOKED COCONUT CLUB
Grilled lemon garlic tofu, smoked coconut, tomato herb mayo
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Train into the city for Wine Class was BUSY!
I am guessing because of the Flower Show
in center city – it’s quite popular!
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Wine School – today we learned about
Sparkling Wines & Sweet/Dessert wines.
The more I learn the more I realize what I don’t know….
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