Beer has been considered essential to the development of society. In the history of man only water and tea exceed beer in consumption but neither match the research and hard work in regards to preparation and cultivation. The earliest records of beer production date back to 3500 BC, and could possibly date back to the early neolithic period.
(The first drinking game)
Today we can enjoy more beer then ever, from pilsners to stouts there has never been a better time to join the near eternal fraternity of beer consumers. So here are my suggestions for a few beers.
1. Shiner Bock
A favorite for a warm day, which we have plenty of here in New Mexico. It is a darker beer brewed in the heart of Texas. The taste is very enjoyable and pairs well with greasy bar-b-que. It has a distinctly charred caramel taste that is more similar to an old world style
beer then a new world. For the price it is worth sipping on not chugging. Cheers!
2. Bitburger
A great German beer a perfect example of old world pilsners. It has an exceptionally clean finish that goes well with any kind of good German food especially curry wurst. It can now be found in most American liquor stores and is well worth the extra import cost. So if you want one just say bitte eine bit! (One bit please) Prost.
3. Big Flats
May I begin off with a defense of Big Flats beer. As a poor college aged person this is truly a godsend. It is true it comes out to 50 cents a can, it is true it is not the best beer on earth, and it is true that it is well worth 50 cents a can! I mean seriously you just can't beat 50 cents a can. Not only that but it is much better then most American lagers especially Keystone and Budweiser. This beer is solely responsible for many good times, but it is definitely not made for sipping. For the beer lover on a budget this is for you. It is still beer not malt liquor so get this instead of that nasty stuff. It is excellent for such past times like beer pong, and other games were a cup or two might end up on the floor. Seriously 50 cents! (and by 50 cents I don't mean the mediocre rapper) CHUG!
4.Dos Equis
My last name couldn't be Garcia if I didn't include at least one Mexican beer in this post. So with that said here it is Dos Equis, for the chap that doesn't go for the tequila when in Mexico this is your alternative to Corona and Tecate. Dos Equis is a very good example of a New World style lager slightly skunky when warm and very fruity when cold it goes well with some salt and lime. Try some with some tacos de buche or some carnitas. You will be amazed the refreshing crisp taste that this beer has. Salud
5. Happy Camper IPA
The can, just look at the can it is cool. I have never been a big fan of India Pale Ales, but this one is very good. It is not over overbearingly hoppy like some ipas but it is extremely refreshing but still lingers the way an ipa does. For anyone looking for a vegative hoppy beer this is for you.
That's all for today, Thanks for reading.
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Happy Camper, in my opinion, ought to be higher on this list.
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