Catch-Up. Catsup?

Hey all! Sorry I didn't get a chance to post over the weekend. I went to Rolla for a family event and then had to deal with that at work on Sunday... so I had three beers today! Mothers Brewing Winter Grind, 4 Hands delicious Double IPA, Alter Ego, and Stone's special Chocolate and Orange Peel Smoked Porter.
All three are absolutely fantastic beers!

 Winter Grind is my favorite coffee stout, and while I haven't yet had a stout float, I know that when I do, this is the beer I'll try it with. I spent the early part of the evening catching up on some journaling!

Alter Ego was really delicious! Mind-blowing nose, and a very very prominent sticky hop flavor. Had a great, light mouthfeel, but looks dark enough to be a proper winter warmer. :)

The Stone Porter was also great! Smells just like orange juice (or an orange juice-based alcoholic punch), which was almost overwhelming, but the orange flavor wasn't too noticeable. I would have liked for there to be a bit more chocolate, but this was still a great buy! And at 5.6%, manageable solo. And yes, I really did drink out of that oversized Schlafly/Urban Chestnut Oktoberfest mug.

As I mentioned, I went to Rolla this weekend, but on my way there, I stopped in Saint James to visit the new Public House Brewery Expansion in Saint James. The space is really big and awesome! I got to see some old friends and play card games, which is always enjoyable. Public House has just started bottling, which makes me a very happy young lady! I have to go back this weekend for a wedding, so I'll be picking up some bottles for an upcoming bottle share. Here are some quick snaps I took of the new space.

 Pretentious Tap Handle Photo

 The Beer List!

 #swag

This is where the magic happens.

Also of note: I recently picked up one of the adorable new Ferguson Brewing Ugly Christmas Sweatshirts. It's warm, cozy, and a great way to show your local craft beer pride over the holidays! You can pick up one of your very own here.

Catch you guys tomorrow! Be sure to check my twitter page in the morning to find out what beer I'll be sipping on in the evening :)