Sweet George's Brown

Description - Brown Ale

Maker - Dillon Dam Brewery

Notes - Just as the name suggests, this rich brown ale has its share of sweet on the attack. It also has pleasing highlights of nut, coffee, and several grains. Better on tap, but still dam good in a bottle.

9/10

Alamosa Amber

Description - Amber Ale

Maker - San Luis Valley Brewing Company

Notes - This creamy amber has an exceptionally full body with buttery highlights and a little bit of bite. There are also hints of fruit.

8/10

Valle Especial

Description - Mexican Style Lager

Maker - San Luis Valley Brewing Company

Notes - This brew really brings that Mexican tang to a full bodied, light lager. Excellent with lime.

7/10

90 Shilling Ale

Description - Light "Scottish" amber ale

Maker - Odell Brewing Company

Notes - While still dark in flavor, this amber has a slight sweet hint to it. Overall, very drinkable.

7/10

Wailua

Description - Wheat Ale brewed with Passion Fruit

Maker - Kona Brewing Company

Notes - Says it's brewed with passion fruit, but in taste, it really comes off as any number of tropical fruits on the palate. Smooth and tangy.

7/10

Upland Wheat

Description - Wheat Ale

Maker - Upland Brewing Company

Notes - An all around good wheat. Good as any of the best.

7/10