Beer Reviews by CYRENAICA
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851 | Stockyards Brewing Breaking Waves Japanese Rice Lager | Canada | Lager | 2.7
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 4 May 13, 2023<br> Beer Store #2021 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Sobey’s Plaza)<br> 473ml can <br> 4.5% ABV <br> Canned On: April 14, 2022 <br> $3.33<br> The beer pours a slightly hazed metallic gols colour with a thin white head. The aroma is bready malt, grains, earthy hops, and yeast. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grains, blue cheese, and a mild bitter finish. The blue cheese notes may also explain the tanginess in the Stockyard Light! |
May 21, 2023 10:43:45 PM |
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852 | Henderson Brewing / Rush Xanabrew | Canada | Belgian Strong Ale | 3.8
Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 June 12, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #344 (Cambridge. Ontario, Canada – Hwy 24 / Hwy 401)<br> 500ml bottle <br> 10.50% ABV <br> Bottled On: Unknown <br> $12.95<br> The beer pours a very hazed gold colour with white islands for a head. The aroma is Belgian yeast, grains, light citrus, and burnt sugar. The mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grains, light citrus, honey, and some tartness in the finish. |
Apr 14, 2024 12:12:18 PM |
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853 | Lost Craft Rocketpop | Canada | Wild Ale | 2.7
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 4 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 5 June 11, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #344 (Cambridge. Ontario, Canada – Hwy 24 / Hwy 401)<br> 473ml can <br> 5.70% ABV <br> Canned On: March 28, 2023 <br> $4.25<br> The beer pours a translucent light copper colour with a short lived white cap. The aroma is cherry syrup, light grains, and sugar. Think cherry cough syrup and you got the idea. The mouthfeel is light bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is tart cherry cough syrup…..not a lot of diversity in the flavour. |
Apr 14, 2024 11:49:24 AM |
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854 | Walkerville Brewery Honest Lager | Canada | Marzen / Oktoberfest | 3.4
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 June 10, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #344 (Cambridge. Ontario, Canada – Hwy 24 / Hwy 401)<br> 473ml can <br> 5.30% ABV <br> Canned On: Unknown <br> $3.25<br> The beer pours a copper-hued gold with a very thin white ring for a head. The aroma is grassy malt, light caramel, some weak toast, and yeast. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour was nicely balanced between the grains and caramel notes and the finish was lightly bitter. |
Apr 14, 2024 11:27:36 AM |
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855 | Lake Of The Woods Channel Marker Light Lager | Canada | Pale Lager | 2.6
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 5 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 5 | Overall: 5 June 5, 2023<br> Beer Store #4362 (Cambridge, Ontario, Canada – Trinity Centre)<br> 473ml can <br> 4.00% ABV <br> Canned On: August 9, 2022<br> $3.56<br> The beer pours a slightly hazed gold colour, topped by a fluffy white head. The aroma is grainy malt, light citrus, herbal hops, and yeast. The mouthfeel is light bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grains and yeast with a light bitter finish. AP – 5, AR – 6, MF – 5, FL – 5, OA – 5 |
Apr 14, 2024 11:05:16 AM |
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856 | Lake Of The Woods Lakeside Kolsch | Canada | Kölsch | 2.9
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 6 June 5, 2023<br> Beer Store #4362 (Cambridge, Ontario, Canada – Trinity Centre)<br> 473ml can <br> 5.00% ABV <br> Canned On: September 21, 2022<br> $3.56<br> The beer pours a slightly hazed gold colour with a very weak white ring for a head. The aroma is dominated by grains, yeast, and herbal hops. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied, with average carbonation. The flavour is grains, light spice, and a weak bitter finish. |
Apr 14, 2024 11:02:47 AM |
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857 | Lake Of The Woods Nautical Disaster IPA | Canada | IPA | 3.3
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 7 June 4, 2023<br> Beer Store #4362 (Cambridge, Ontario, Canada – Trinity Centre)<br> 473ml can <br> 6.40% ABV <br> Canned On: September 9, 2022<br> $3.56<br> The beer pours a highly effervescent hazed golden colour topped by a fluffy white cap. The aroma is grains, light citrus, weak spices, and yeast. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grains, light fruit, some tangy citrus, and mild bitter finish. |
Apr 14, 2024 10:57:10 AM |
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858 | McAuslan St. Ambroise India Pale Ale | Canada | IPA | 4.0
Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8 June 4, 2023<br> Beer Store #4362 (Cambridge, Ontario, Canada – Trinity Centre)<br> 473ml can <br> 6.20% ABV <br> Best Before: September 24, 2023 <br> $3.15<br> The beer pours a translucent amber-hued gold with a creamy tan coloured head. The aroma is grains, yeast, and citrusy hops. Reminds me of a west coast IPA. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is pine, citrus, and caramel. Quite good! |
Apr 13, 2024 09:56:38 PM |
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859 | Vimy Brewing Red Ale | Canada | Amber Ale | 3.8
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8 June 4, 2023<br> Beer Store #4362 (Cambridge, Ontario, Canada – Trinity Centre) <br> 473ml can <br> 5.0% ABV<br> Canned On: April 24, 2023<br> $3.25<br> The beer poured a translucent red with a short lived white head which didn’t provide any lacing. The aroma was bready malt, light hints of caramel, and yeast. The mouthfeel was medium bodie3d with average carbonation. The flavour was toasted malt, light caramel, and a light bitter finish. Quite enjoyable. |
Apr 13, 2024 09:45:20 PM |
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860 | Indie Ale House Anniversary Beer (2022): 10-4-22 | Canada | Abbey Quadrupel | 4.3
Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 9 | Overall: 9 May 19, 2023<br> Beerbistro, The (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 18 King Street East)<br> 500ml bottle <br> 11.5% ABV <br> Bottled On: April 10, 2022 <br> $10.35<br> The beer pours a mahogany colour with a weak tan coloured head. Vigourous swirlking results in a longer lasting head that laces well. The aroma is string on the alcohol with notes of dark fruit, molasses, and woody notes. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is sweet with notes of raisins, plums, and molasses but the alcohol is noticeable in the finish. Still, an excellent beer. |
May 21, 2023 10:47:12 PM |
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861 | Matron Fine Beer Muff Darkbier | Canada | Schwarzbier | 3.6
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 May 5, 2023<br> Beerbistro, The (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 18 King Street East)<br> 355ml can <br> 4.50% ABV <br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $10.35<br> The beer pours a dark brown colour with a creamy tan cap. Effervescence is high and lacing is decent. The aroma is grains, coffee, light caramel, and some roasted malt. The mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is roasted malt and coffee with a mild bitter finish. |
May 21, 2023 10:23:00 PM |
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862 | Stockyards Brewing Stockyard Light | Canada | Light / Lite Lager | 2.4
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 4 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 4 May 13, 2023<br> Beer Store #2021 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Sobey’s Plaza)<br> 473ml can <br> 4.0% ABV <br> Canned On: April 14, 2022 <br> $3.33<br> The beer pours a translucent straw gold with a short-lived snow white cap. The aroma is grassy malt, light yeast, and earthy hops. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grains, some light spiciness, and an unexplained tanginess. |
May 21, 2023 10:42:41 PM |
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863 | Stockyards Brewing Helles | Canada | Helles / Dortmunder | 2.6
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 5 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 5 | Overall: 5 May 13, 2023<br> Beer Store #2021 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Sobey’s Plaza)<br> 473ml can <br> 4.7% ABV <br> Canned On: April 14, 2022 <br> $3.33<br> The beer pours a translucent pale gold with a weak white ring that represents a head. The aroma is grass, yeasty malt, and musty hops. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grainy malt, some light toasty notes, and the finish is lightly bitter. |
May 21, 2023 10:41:40 PM |
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864 | Sleeman Pier Point Summer IPA | Canada | IPA | 2.9
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 6 May 12, 2023<br> Beer Store #2021 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Sobey’s Plaza)<br> 355ml can <br> 5.5% ABV <br> Canned On: March 8, 2023 <br> $2.54<br> Part of a 12 pack of Sleeman products at the Beer Store. The beer pours a translucent gold colour with a bubbly white head that is short-lived. The aroma is bready malt, citrus, and light yeast. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grainy malt, citrus, and finishes with a resiny earthy finish. |
May 21, 2023 10:37:54 PM |
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865 | Sleeman Century Pale Ale | Canada | American Pale Ale | 2.4
Aroma: 4 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 4 May 12, 2023<br> Beer Store #2021 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Sobey’s Plaza)<br> 355ml can <br> 5.0% ABV <br> Canned On: February 28, 2023 <br> $2.54<br> Part of a 12 pack of Sleeman products at the Beer Store. The beer pours a translucent metallic gold colour with a thin white head that lasts a while. The aroma is grainy malt, some acidic notes, and light yeast. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grainy malt, some soapy flavours, and a weak bitter finish. |
May 21, 2023 10:33:45 PM |
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866 | Bellwoods Acid House Sour IPA (Citra / Mosaic) | Canada | Wild Ale | 3.2
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 5 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 May 10, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #649 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Sobey’s Plaza)<br> 473ml can <br> 7.0% ABV <br> Canned On: March 15, 2023<br> $5.00<br> The beer pours a solid gold colour with a weak white head that leaves minimal lacing. The aroms is light grass, funk, citrus, and yeast. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is tart fruit notes backed up by some grainy malt. |
May 21, 2023 10:29:34 PM |
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867 | Blood Brothers Autopop (Cherry Coke) | Canada | Wild Ale | 3.5
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 May 9, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #754 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – King / Yonge)<br> 473ml can <br> 4.0% ABV<br> Canned On: March 22, 2023<br> $4.95<br> The beer pours an opaque red with a wak short-lived pinkish bubbly head. The aroma is sweet cherry cola, with some grains, and funky yeast. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is a nice balance of sweet and tart cherry notes. |
May 21, 2023 10:27:56 PM |
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868 | Calabogie Brewing Front Porch | Canada | Kölsch | 3.2
Aroma: 5 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 May 8, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #754 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – King / Yonge)<br> 473ml can <br> 4.7% ABV<br> Canned On: October 11, 2022<br> $3.35<br> The beer pours a translucent straw gold with a short-lived bubbly white head. The aroma was simply grains and earthy hops. The mouthfeel was medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour was light grains and light spice with a light bitter finish. Very easy drinking as the masses would say! |
May 21, 2023 10:26:57 PM |
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869 | Napanee Good Damage Cerveza Obscura | Canada | Dunkel / Dark Lager | 3.1
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 5 | Overall: 6 May 7, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #754 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – King / Yonge)<br> 473ml can <br> 5.0% ABV<br> Canned On: November 3, 2022<br> $3.60<br> The beer pours a translucent mahogany colour with a thin off-white cap. Lacing and effervescence are both good. The aroma is grainy malt, molasses, candy sugar, and musty hops. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grainy malt, some light sweetness, and the finish is lightly bitter. An interesting style where the flavour doesn’t measure up to the aroma. |
May 21, 2023 10:25:31 PM |
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870 | MacKinnon Brothers Philomena Pilsner | Canada | Bohemian / Czech Pilsener | 2.5
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 3 | Mouthfeel: 4 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 6 April 9, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #754 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – King / Yonge)<br> 473ml can <br> 4.0% ABV <br> Canned On: January 16, 2023<br> $3.35<br> The beer pours a very pale translucent straw colour with a weak bubbly white head. The aroma is grainy malt, yeast, earthy hops, and sadly, some metallic notes. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grassy malt and light yeast with a nice mild finish. |
May 21, 2023 09:23:44 PM |
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871 | Thornbury Blue Mountain Lager | Canada | Pale Lager | 2.9
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 5 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 6 February 3, 2023<br> Beer Store #2009 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Millside Drive)<br> 473ml can<br> 4.0% ABV <br> Canned On: May 5, 2022<br> $3.45<br> The beer pours a translucent gold colour with a short-lived white head. Effervescence is high. The aroma is bready malt, noble hops, light citrus, and yeast. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is light bready malt, light fruity notes, and finishes mildly bitter. |
May 6, 2023 11:24:22 PM |
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872 | Whitewater Brewing Hazel Amour Chocolate Hazelnut Stout | Canada | Chocolate Stout | 3.4
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 6 March 5, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #649 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Sobey’s Plaza)<br> 473ml can <br> 4.6% ABV <br> Canned On: November 2, 2022<br> $4.85<br> The beer pours an opaque black with a creamy tan head that lasts but leaves little lacing. The aroma is hazel nuts, roasted malt, and weak coffee hints. The mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is heavy on the roasted malt and hazelnut flavours, with little else. |
May 7, 2023 02:29:27 PM |
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873 | Collective Arts Mosaic Four Ways | Canada | IPA | 3.5
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 March 3, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #649 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Sobey’s Plaza)<br> 473ml can <br> 6.4% ABV <br> Canned On: November 2, 2022<br> $4.85<br> The beer pours a hazed golden yello colour with a short-lived white head which leaves no lacing. The aroma is grassy malt, tropical fruit notes, and citrus. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grass, sweet malt notes, citrus, and finishes with a slight tang. |
May 7, 2023 02:27:51 PM |
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874 | Chronicle Brewing Chimera | Canada | IPA | 3.1
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 6 March 2, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #754 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – King / Yonge)<br> 473ml can <br> 5.0% ABV <br> Canned On: September 8, 2022<br> $3.95<br> The beer pours a hazed yellow gold with a generous off-white head which lasts a while and leaves some lacing. The aroma is grassy malt, tropical fruits, and yeast. The mouthfeel is light to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is grainy malt and lemony citrus with light bitter finish. |
May 7, 2023 01:31:18 PM |
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875 | Lake Of Bays Near Shore Hazy Pale Ale | Canada | Reduced Alcohol | 2.7
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 4 | Flavor: 5 | Overall: 5 March 24, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #649 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Sobey’s Plaza)<br> 473ml can <br> 2.50% ABV <br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $3.35<br> The beer pours a hazed pale yellow colour with a weak white head. The aroma is grains, lemon, yeast, with a hint of floral hops. The mouthfeel is thin bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is weak grains and citrus with a mild bitter finish. Good brewery but this beer misses the mark. |
May 21, 2023 09:04:46 PM |