Green Flash Brewing Company, San Diego, CA

I stopped in at Green Flash Brewing Company in San Diego, California.  It’s been nearly ten years since I first stopped in here (predating this blog).  It was like visiting an old friend.  Great tap room vibe.  I enjoyed their Soul Style IPA.  Nice and citrusy.  Green Flash is well known for their west coast style IPAs.  I also wanted to try something different so I tried Old Sharemore Wee Heavy and enjoyed that as well.  The caramel and butterscotch really come through.  It is rich and malty.  The food truck out front was a great source for some garlic parmesan fries that I shared with industry colleagues who were with me.  Great stop and great beers.

Cold Garden Beverage Company, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

I stopped in at Cold Garden Brewing Company in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and really enjoyed chatting with the bartenders, the great vibe, lots of dogs, and fabulous beer.  Birthday Cake beer? Yes! Sign me up.  Delicious! One of my favorite flavors – now added to beer.  Vanilla Cappuccino Porter.  Yes! and now time for bed.  Perfect evening drink.  Sweet.  Smooth.  Relaxing.  Yum!

 

Last Best Brewing Company, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

I stopped in at Last Best Brewing Company in Calgary Alberta Canada.  Ever since I’ve been traveling to Canada people keep telling me about poutine.  Well, I finally tried it here.  I enjoyed it!  The bartender recommended their Baltic Porter to accompany it which was a great choice.  This beer is dark and rich and heavy and sweet and a great way to end the evening. (in a good way)