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Hey @bluepantsbrew! I'm pretty sure these are all first runs... well, besides the 12oz bottle. They've been stored in the fridge the whole time, how do you think the flavors will hold up? We're going to pop these #PinstripeStout variants open soon, so I wanted your professional opinion. Cheers dudes! #CraftBeerInAlabama #AlabamaCraftBeer #CraftBeer #BeerPorn #BluePants #BrewedInAlabama #Pintsripe

With all the excitement of Dogfish Head coming to Alabama this week, it's easy to overlook some of the other kick ass things going on in Craft Beer. #HitchHiker from @gpbrewing is making it's way to store shelves this week, and that freaking awesome! This wonderful IPA will be available in cans for the first time. If you guys haven't tried this Springtime Seasonal brew, do yourself a favor and pick up a sixer when you see it! Cheers dudes!!! #CraftBeer #CraftBeerInAlabama #AlabamaCraftBeer #BrewedInBirmingham #BrewedInAlabama #IPA #GoodPeople #GoodPeopleBrewing #BeGoodPeolple #DrinkGreatBeer

So, I tried another #SecondSelf beer. This one is their #MolePorter, and man I like the can art. The liquid inside is soooo much better than the last beer I tried from the Atlanta brewery. Unfortunately, that's only by default because the IPA I had from them was garbage. This brew has some decent flavor, but aroma and body are kinda weak. I almost feel like this beer is a little too "safe". The ingredients list could have made for a gnarly beverage, and again, this one isn't bad, it's just borderline bland. My taste is admittedly skewed and I enjoyed huge beers, so my opinion might not reflect what you guys think. Cheers homies! #CraftBeer #BeerPorn #SecondSelfBeerCo #InstaBeers #CraftBeerInAlabama

Hey, @craftbeeray, here's our entry to the beer photo contest. We really dig your idea, cheers dude! #CraftBeer #BeerPorn #CraftBeerLife #CraftBeeray #CraftBeerInAlabama #Beertography #InstaBeers #BeersOfInstagram ---------------------------------- By the way guys... this 2014 Prop was ridiculous!!! Thanks for sharing @barrelworks_bhm!

Spending lunch time with some @westbrookbrewingco #6thAnniversary. Dudes, this stuff is so damn delicious! The chocolate, hazelnut and vanilla bean are a fantastic combination! This anniversary series from the South Carolina brewery rarely disappoints! Cheers guys! #CrattBeerLife #CraftBeerInAlabama #CraftBeer #BeerPorn #Westbrook #WestbrookBrewing #ProperGlassware

Cuz I'm all about that bass... 'bout that bass... Double Bass, Double Chocolate. I popped open #DoubleBass, a new brew from @starrhillbrewery today. The weather is wet and nasty, which makes it a perfect day for a Stout. Brewed with cocoa powder, cocoa nibs, vanilla beans and lactose, this sweet Stout grabbed my attention quick. It's not an Imperial Stout, which is my preferred variety of flavored Stouts, but this one weighs in at a respectable 7.8% abv. The aroma isn't big, but a nice cocoa nose is there. The flavors are what you would expect after reading the list of added ingredients, chocolate is extremely prevalent. Starr Hill does a good job at keeping the big cocoa notes balanced though. With the first few sips, the powdered cocoa is boss, but once my palate grew accustomed to the flavors, the combination of nibs and vanilla beans started to shine. The hint of vanilla and the light sweetness from the lactose really do work well with keeping all of the flavors in check. None of the flavors are too big and the beer finishes pretty clean for a Chocolate Stout. Again, this brew is a little small for me... I'm definitely a fan of bigger malt bill when it comes to my Stouts, but everything seems to work well. The body is big enough to keep you satisfied, yet light enough to make for an easy drinker. Double Bass, Double Chocolate Stout... check it out! Cheers dudes! #CraftBeer #StarrHillBrewery #StarrHill #DoubleBassDoubleChocolateStout #BeerPorn #ChocolateStout #Stout #Chocolate #InstaBeers #BeersOfInstagram #CraftBeerInAlabama

Founded by a chef, and brewed with culinary principles, @moodytongue creates their beers with "balance" in mind. This brew #BourbonBarrelAgedChocolateBarleywine sounds like it would be anything but. Barleywines are typically big malt bombs that often times have a big toffee/caramel like sweetness that generally pairs with a large alcohol bite. Because of those attributes, Barleywines are one of my favorite styles. I was totally intrigued when I saw this beer on the shelf. At $30 a 4-pack, this 9% abv brew comes across a little intimidating. A buddy of ours decided to bite the bullet and pick it up, fortunately for me, he passed a couple bottles my way. Anyway, how does the chocolate and bourbon pair with the base barelywine? Are the added flavors and aromas noticeable? Is it worth the cash? Let's take it one question at a time. The added Chocolate, and the notes of oak and vanilla from the Woodford Reserve barrels pair beautifully together. You can tell that balance is definitely paramount, but the flavors and aromas are totally apparent. The bourbon hits your nose first with vanilla and oak character, but the chocolate vibes aren't far behind. Cocoa helps round out both the aroma and the flavor. This brew tastes like it smells, and the bourbon keeps everything interesting. Balance can be a double edged sword though, this thing drinks easy! This Barleywine from the guys up in Chicago gets my seal of approval, and yeah... it's worth the money. I had to do some number crunching, but there's no doubt I'd pay at least $15/bomber of this, so $7.50 for a 12oz bottle isn't too bad. Give it a try guys, let me know what you think! Cheers!!! #CraftBeer #BeerPorn #Barleywine #InstaBeers #TheBeerHog #CraftBeerInAlabama #MoodyTongue #DrinkCraftBeer #Beer

#GhostBridge from @singinriver. This #ImperialStout not only has a pretty rad label, the beer is pretty good too. The nose is full of huge dark fruit aromas, that borderline on almost overpowering. There are some roasted coffee/chocolate notes as well, but the fruity vibe is strong. Cocoa and roasted malts are more pronounced in the the flavor, but that strong cherry/prune/raisin flavor is still there. Mouthfeel is much better than I anticipated, with a nice stickiness that lingers for days. This is a great offering from the brewery up in Florence, and honestly, it's my favorite from them. If you've contemplated buying this one for the awesome can design, do it, the beer is good! That being said, the aroma makes this a polarizing example of the style, so let me know what you guys think. Cheers dudes! #CraftBeerLife #CraftBeerInAlabama #CraftBeer #BrewedInAlabama #SingingRiver #BeerPorn #InstaBeers #AlabamaBeer #AlabamaCraftBeer #Stout