May 24, 2009: Sam Adams Summer Ale

Well folks, it's then end on May, the weather is starting to heat up a bit, tops are getting lower, shorts are getting shorter, which can only mean one thing; summer is right around the corner. That's right kids, it's time to wish you had started that diet a few months earlier, time to try and get a tan before anyone notices how ghostly white your skin is, and time to enjoy a cold beer or two. I've grown up in Southern California, so it's no wonder why summertime has always had a special place in my heart. There are a lot of drawbacks for a person like me living in Orange County, but the beautiful summers are one of the reasons that keep me from picking up and leaving forever. Time seems to slow down here a bit in the summer, and there's a lot more time to stop yourself every now and then and just take it all in. Tonight, I'm out to dinner with friends enjoying a nice, cold Sam Adams Summer Ale. Just like the season it's named for, Sam Adams Summer Ale only comes around once a year, which is a shame in my opinion. I've been a fan of Sam Adams for a long time because they're a large brewery that still seems to do things the right way. Sam Adams Summer Ale is a great example of how quality ingredients and attention to detail can combine to make one stellar beer. A lot of people get a little uneasy when the hear the word ale. They think of a thick, bitter, undrinkable beer that's going to fill them up quickly. That's the beauty of Sam Adams Summer Ale though; this beer is incredibly light and drinkable for an ale, without sacrificing any of the taste. With an aroma of banana, lemon zest and grain, Sam Adams Summer Ale brings a complex mixture of flavors to your palate that is sure to please even the most fickle of beer fans. If you can see yourself relaxing on the beach, attending a pool party, or even just opening up a window at night and enjoying the summer breeze, be sure to pick up a Sam Adams Summer Ale and be sure to sip it slow.

Cheers,
Ian

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