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I used to be really into discovering beers, but I usually just drink Founders All Day IPA these days, with a German Pilsner as a backup. There are only a couple

I used to be really into discovering beers, but I usually just drink Founders All Day IPA these days, with a German Pilsner as a backup. There are only a couple months out of the year here in Florida where I'd want something that over 5%, though.

andygcook 6y ago
As I venture more into my 30's, I almost exclusively drink session beers when I want something hoppy. Drinking even one 8%+ ABV DIPA leaves me pretty much useless the next day. Founders All Day IPA is a solid go to. Other session IPAs/APAs I enjoy are Notch Left of the Dial, Lagunita's DayTime, Harpoon Rec League, and Zero Gravity Little Wolf APA.
- grasshopperpurp 6y ago
  I like the Daytime, but I don't believe I've tried the others. I'll sprinkle them in the rotation - assuming they're available in Florida. Ty!
beezle 6y ago
You should try to get your hand on some of Lawson's Super Session #N, N varying by time of year and reflective of the type of hops used.
- grasshopperpurp 6y ago
  I'll keep an eye out for it - very cool idea. Thanks for the rec!
kodt 6y ago
It’s funny because some of the “hot” breweries in Florida are known for making big sweet 15% barrel aged stouts year round.
- grasshopperpurp 6y ago
  Yes, it is! Back when I was in the middle of my discovery phase we went to a Cigar City release party for their barrel-aged stouts. It was June or July, and everyone was packed into the warehouse - sweaty and impatient, as the event was a mess. But, the Cucumber Saison was the best thing about the experience. Unfortunately, it's only good (imo) on tap. But, to your point, even Cigar City's flagship IPA is 7.5% and way too heavy for the climate. We find it very ironic that a brewery from Michigan makes a wider, better range of refreshing beers. I hope they're able to stay open after all of this, but my favorite brewery in the area is Flying Boat (St. Pete). They don't distribute, but their beers are consistently refreshing across styles. It's located at the end of a quiet, suburban neighborhood, so you you can have a beer outside and watch the neighbors mow their lawns.
MrMan 6y ago
La Rubia for me

andygcook 6y ago

As I venture more into my 30's, I almost exclusively drink session beers when I want something hoppy. Drinking even one 8%+ ABV DIPA leaves me pretty much useless the next day. Founders All Day IPA is a solid go to. Other session IPAs/APAs I enjoy are Notch Left of the Dial, Lagunita's DayTime, Harpoon Rec League, and Zero Gravity Little Wolf APA.

grasshopperpurp 6y ago
I like the Daytime, but I don't believe I've tried the others. I'll sprinkle them in the rotation - assuming they're available in Florida. Ty!

beezle 6y ago

You should try to get your hand on some of Lawson's Super Session #N, N varying by time of year and reflective of the type of hops used.

grasshopperpurp 6y ago
I'll keep an eye out for it - very cool idea. Thanks for the rec!

kodt 6y ago

It’s funny because some of the “hot” breweries in Florida are known for making big sweet 15% barrel aged stouts year round.

grasshopperpurp 6y ago
Yes, it is! Back when I was in the middle of my discovery phase we went to a Cigar City release party for their barrel-aged stouts. It was June or July, and everyone was packed into the warehouse - sweaty and impatient, as the event was a mess. But, the Cucumber Saison was the best thing about the experience. Unfortunately, it's only good (imo) on tap. But, to your point, even Cigar City's flagship IPA is 7.5% and way too heavy for the climate. We find it very ironic that a brewery from Michigan makes a wider, better range of refreshing beers. I hope they're able to stay open after all of this, but my favorite brewery in the area is Flying Boat (St. Pete). They don't distribute, but their beers are consistently refreshing across styles. It's located at the end of a quiet, suburban neighborhood, so you you can have a beer outside and watch the neighbors mow their lawns.

MrMan 6y ago

La Rubia for me