512 Five

512 Five STYLE: American Double / Imperial Stout STATS: 10.10% ABV PENDING RATER: Che - RATE: X.X/5 MEDIA FACEBOOK: 512 Brewing Page TWITTER: @512brewing WEB: 512 Website HOMETOWN: Austin, TX

Six Point Hi Res

Six Point Hi Res STYLE: American Double / Imperial IPA STATS: 11.1% ABV PENDING RATER: Che - RATE: X.X/5 Pours a clear amber color w/ a thin, white head. The aroma is largely tropical citrus w/ a hint of the alcohol coming through. When first tasting this, it didn't have a huge hop flavor that I was anticipating. It actually was very balanced on the tongue. Picking up grapefruit and malt, w/ very lil hops suprisingly. Even though I could smell it, the alcohol is well hidden in the taste. For having a double digit abv, this is very drinkable. Especially considering its an IPA & theyre not my favorite. A "must try" for you hop heads. RATER: Joey - RATE: 3/5 MEDIA FACEBOOK: SixPoint Page TWITTER: @sixpoint INSTAGRAM: @sixpointbrewery WEB: Six Point Website HOMETOWN: Brooklyn, NY

Real Ale Devils Backbone

Real Ale Devils Backbone STYLE: Tripel STATS: 8.1% ABV PENDING RATER: Che - RATE: X.X/5 Poured out of a bottle w/ a slightly cloudy, bright amber color. Frothy white head. Smells of citrus with a kick of something sweet. Despite the citrus smell, it tastes of banana w/ a kick of alcohol. Not too much alcohol to be a turn-off, even though its 8%. Very carbonated but slightly spicy and not a lot of hops. Very drinkable beer that I enjoy often. RATER: Joey - RATE: 3.6/5 MEDIA FACEBOOK: Real Ale Page TWITTER: @RealAleBrewing WEB: Real Ale Brewing Website HOMETOWN: Blanco, Texas

Pennsylvania Penn Dark

Pennsylvania Penn Dark STYLE: Munich Dunkel Lager STATS: 5% ABV PENDING RATER: Che - RATE: X.X/5 MEDIA FACEBOOK: Penn Brewery Page INSTAGRAM: @PennBrewery TWITTER: @PennBrewery WEB: Penn Brewery Website HOMETOWN: Pittsburgh, PA

Shipyard Longfellow Winter Ale

Shipyard Longfellow Winter Ale STYLE: English Porter STATS: 5.8% ABV PENDING RATER: Che - RATE: X.X/5 MEDIA FACEBOOK: Shipyard Page TWITTER: @ShipyardBrewing INSTAGRAM: @shipyardbrewing WEB: Shipyard Website HOMETOWN: Portland, Maine

Circle Third Anniversary

PICTURE ANNIVERSARY GLASS

Circle Third Anniversary

Event: 3rd Anniversary Party for Circle Brewing Location: 2340 West Braker Lane, Suite B Austin, TX 78758 VENUE: This is hosted at the actual brewery, which is in North Austin. Its a medium sized warehouse space that is accessible off Braker itself or Kramer Lane. It's not too hard to find but there is no sign from road as they generally don't host customers there. Each anniversary is on the weekend so there is plenty of "park-where-you-can-fit" spaces.

The entry fee is $15 & this year it includes a special anniversary glass. You also receive a couple drink tokens to net you free pints. There is a bar inside the brewery where drinks are available, an area to wait for a tour & a booth selling merchandise. Outside were a couple food trucks to help pad the belly.

Unfortunately, this year the weather was terrible. It started off overcast but eventually turned into a downpour. Previous years everyone would hang outside in the parking lot & mingle w/ their beers & food. Dogs, lawnchairs & a sort of "tailgate" feel is invoked. Due to the poor weather & lack of space inside, I had to cut my visit short.

Despite the rain, I did get the sweet anniversary glass & get to try some cool beers. I got to try a cask Circle Nightlight and their new "Epic Bock" release. Hopefully Mother Nature cooperates with us next year!

PRO TIP: Everyone queues up for the first bartender after they receive their tokens. Bypass this line & walk into the brewery to find the 3-4 bartenders that are not busy to redeem your tokens.

Review by Joey

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Review by Che MEDIA

• FACEBOOK: Circle on Facebook
• TWITTER: @circlebrew
• WEB: Circle Website

Blackstar Coop

Blackstar Coop Event: Lunch w/ friends Location: 7020 Easy Wind Dr, Austin, TX 78752 VENUE: This place is slightly north of "central" Austin but well placed for anyone residing from downtown up to North Austin. Very easy to access off of Airport & Lamar. There is a parking garage close-by that provides plenty of spaces. The bar has plenty of seating both inside and out. The patio is not covered but has umbrellas available. There is a good selection of quality "bar" food available & of course, plenty of craft beer. The taps are always rotating so there's something new to try each time I go. The service was good & the staff friendly. Due to their "Coop" nature, they do not accept tips. Look out for special pint nights where you get to try a special brew & keep the pint glass. Great place to hang with friends! Will come back often. Review by Joey MEDIA FACEBOOK: Blackstarcoop TWITTER: @blackstarcoop WEB: Blackstar Coop Website