Beer and Wine Reviews
Amrut Fusion Single Malt Whiskey Review
It’s hard to imagine but my brother and sister in law have a baby on the way due in February or March. The bump is visible and so is the waddle (my sister in laws words, not mine). Family, friends and co-workers are all now in the know. It’ll be exciting to be an Uncle […]
Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2009 (New Zealand)
One of the kooky things about central heat is that it works too well sometimes. Rather than wearing layers of pajamas, sweaters and socks while drinking a red wine I’ll occasionally find myself in shorts sipping white wine. I had such a day recently and it called for Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand […]
Two Vines Columbia Crest 2009 Merlot (Washington State)
Day 1: At first this one reminded me of a Pinot oddly. It’s very smooth and thin with a clean finish. It features strong cherry notes with purposeful but not overpowering tannins. There is also a subtle hint of oakiness. Day 2: Still delicious. Even more cherry and tannin chewiness is detectable on day 2. […]
Tusker Lager (Kenya, 4.2% ABV, E. African Breweries Ltd)
Tusker is the first and only beer I’ve tried from Kenya. Like wine labels I do get sucked in by good beer labels and this one features a tusked elephant (go figure). Oddly the name is in tribute to the founder of Kenya Breweries, George Hurst who was killed by an elephant while hunting. TUSKER […]
Old Rasputin Imperial Stout Wins Gold (Guld) at Stockholm Beer Fest
Congratulations to Old Rasputin Imperial Stout by Northcoast Brewing Company which just won Gold (Guld) for best Porter / Stout 6% or Above at the 2012 Stockholm Beer Fest. Perhaps Rasputin’s psychic abilities are rubbing off on us here at RoodonFood. Back in late August we proclaimed it the best stout ever. I’m glad […]
Bear Mountain State Park Oktoberfest Cruise
I recently attended the Oktoberfest at Bear Mountain State Park. Aside from the possibility of delicious beers and German sausage I had no preconceptions of Oktoberfest celebrations. A site called Goldstar offered a cruise direct to Bear Mountain at a discount rate of around $20 roundtrip. The deal by the way is still going on. […]
Robert Mondavi Woodbridge Pinot Noir 2009 Review
Day 1 The first taste you pickup from this Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir is black cherry followed by raisin. The tannins in this are more apparent than any other noir I’ve tried. In fact, without knowing the type of wine I would’ve guessed cabernet sauvignon. Initially I wasn’t a fan. The second glass, after the […]
Thorny Rose Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2011 Review
After the initial success trying the Thorny Rose Cabernet Sauvignon, we gave the Sauvignon Blanc a try. Note that the brand itself is based in Washington State, however, the grapes for their Sauvignon Blanc are grown in New Zealand hence “New Zealand 2011” on the label. Day 1 The aroma is quite fruity. The flavors […]
Thorny Rose Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 Review
Looking to try a new brand we splurged paying a full $9.99 on Thorny Rose Cabernet Sauvignon. This one comes from the Columbia Valley, Washington. Day 1: It’s quite delicious. It’s medium-bodied with a nice clean finish. Mild tannins are noticeable as well as a slight sweetness and spice. The grape flavor is most recognizable […]
Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout (Northcoast Brewing)
I’ll answer your likely first question. Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout by North Coast Brewing Company is sadly not made by the blood of the legendary Russian mystic. Or least the label doesn’t betray what part of Rasputin is involved if any. This was a guy poisoned and shot multiple times by the Czars and […]
