Straight from their website:

“The beer: Albert. Able. Gordo. Miss Baker. Bonny. Goliath. Between 1948 and 1961 these primate pioneers and others bravely went where no man had ever gone before, paving the way for manned U.S. spaceflight. This hoppy little monkey of a beer is a tribute to those Simian heroes of yesteryear. It has a citrusy, floral hop aroma, a strong malt body and a crisp finish. ”

As usual, the cask will be tapped by 5pm.  Mark August 4th on your calendar!

Cheers!

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Behind great beer there is a brewer, and behind great beef there is a bull. Fukutsuru (Fuku to his friends) is that bull. Ranked the top marbling bull in the U.S., Fuku is a Japanese Wagyu bull whose offspring produce premium grade American Kobe Beef that is served with St. Rogue Red. Over 50,000 units of Fuku’s pride is in the freezer for future breeding. In his final days, Fuku was given the opportunity to “socialize” with some fine, young cows. Instead, he chose to take a nap. We dedicate this beer to Fuku — a rogue to the very end.

Don’t miss the cask conditioned version of this beer!

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“This copper-hued treat is a celebration of everything Great Divide does best. Plenty of malty sweetness provides a backdrop for earthy, floral English and American hops, while French and American oak round off the edges and provide a touch of vanilla. Thanks to everyone who’s supported us  for the last 16 years – here’s to 16 more! 10.0% ABV.”

…only available in half imperial pints because of the ABV!

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“Welcome to the newest incarnation of our revered imperial stout. We toned down the hops a bit to allow cocoa nibs to contribute some pleasing bitterness, while vanilla notes from the oak combine with the cocoa to create an aroma and flavor akin to a gourmet chocolate bar. A dash of cayenne keeps things lively, adding just a bit of heat to the finish. A Yeti for summer? Hell yes. 9.5% ABV.”

At 9.5%, we offer this awesome beer in 1/2 Imperial Pints only.  Only Sasquatch could drink a full one!

Tapped by 5pm on Friday, June 11th.

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Well, it’s a fun time either way!  As part of Alabama Beer Week Saturday, June 12th at 3pm, The J. Clyde is hosting a tasting to choose the best pale ale in Alabama. 

12 entries judged in blind flights of 4.  Come taste the best pale ales Alabama has to offer and judge for yourself which is the best in the land.

Cost is $18 and includes cheese and crackers to help you refresh your palate during the tasting.  This event is limited to 20 participants so please call in advance to reserve a spot.

Happy Alabama Beer Week!

Yes, you read correctly!  One of my favorite styles of beer is on tap Alabama Beer Week Eve!  One of the top breweries in the world, Great Divide always makes great beer.  Always!

Belgica – The Roman name for the Low Countries – is a marriage of the best in American and Belgian brewing traditions. Belgian pilsner malt, a generous amount of American and European hops and a unique Belgian yeast strain combine to give Belgica big notes of citrus and spice, creating a lively concoction perfect for spring in the Rockies – or the Ardennes.  7.2% ABV

This particular beer was one of the first four beers that we poured from The J. Clyde fire engine at last year’s Magic City Brew Fest.

…and, this year- it’s back, HOPPIER, and ready to please!

Enjoy!

Well, make a reservation for the Brewmasters’ Beer Dinner at The J. Clyde on Tuesday, 8 June beginning at 6pm!   This event is presented as part of Alabama Beer Week.

Tommyknocker Hop Strike! Black Rye IPA will be tapped prior to the dinner at 5:15.  It will be served with a gourmet cheese board where you can welcome the brewmasters to Alabama and talk beer with them.

Click menus below and/or call 205-939-1312 if you have questions or wish to make a reservation.  Price is $48 plus tax and gratuity.

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This beer has won more medals than Michael Phelps!

“If One is Good, Then Two is Better!  Our Moylander Double IPA is fat and resiny, with aggressive and excessive hops swinging on an enormous malt backbone like naughty monkeys on a vine.  Double malt, double hops – do the math, it’s academic.  This brew has twice the things you’re looking for, and it’s big enough to share with the one you love.  And isn’t that what it’s all about?”
This special firkin is dry-hopped with California Organic Ivanhoe.  Add that to its standard hop recipe of Yakima’s Chinook, Simcoe, Columbus, Glacier and Ahtanum and you’ve got what some people would call a HOP BOMB!  It normally clocks in at 90 IBU.

Tapped by 5pm on Friday, 28 May.

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For the “Mother of All Beer Weeks“, we’ll tap a cask on Thursday, 20 May - as part of a very special Terrapin showcase and another on Friday, 21 May with our local brewery – Good People Brewing Company!

As usual casks are tapped by 5pm.

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Terrapin’s firkin is cask-conditioned Hopsecutioner aged with Woodford Reserve oak chips.  I haven’t tried this combination before, but I know folks who have.   “Totally awesome” is what I’ve been told.

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Good People cooked up a “funky” Brown Ale innoculated with cultured Orval and Rodenbach yeast.  I have affectionately dubbed this beer James Brown Ale; however, I have not checked with the Godfather of Soul’s estate.

Here’s to bringing the funk!

Prost!