Episode 443 - The Bend Show

Though it may not be many people’s pick for Oregon’s best beer city, it’s hard to ignore the quality beers produced in Bend. From Craig’s trip, we have five diverse beer styles from five different Bend breweries that both impress us with new flavors and stir up some nostalgia. Also, Craig talks about his trip to The Last Blockbuster and quizzes Ryan on related trivia. Plus there’s talk of squirrels drunk off of tree fermenters, a Rule 34 Brewery, imaginary berries, and a desperate plea for someone to take Ryan’s unwanted DVD of the movie “Funny People.” Make it an ABV Chicago night, and we’ll take care of those late fees.

Beers Reviewed

Crux Fermentation Project - Island Pilz (Tropical Pilsner)

Boss Rambler Beer Club - We’ll Do It Cold! (Cold IPA)

The Ale Apothecary - Connor (American Wild Ale aged in Pinot Noir barrels w/ marionberries)

Boneyard Beer - Notorious IPA3 (Triple IPA)

Deschutes Brewery - The Abyss: Coconut (Imperial Stout aged in whiskey barrels w/ roasted coconut flakes, licorice, cherry bark & vanilla beans)