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James, Marc, Chris: I think I’ve found the perfect drink for you guys. ;)
This is an aggressive beer. You probably won’t like it. It is quite doubtful that you have the taste or sophistication to be able to appreciate an ale of this quality and depth. We would suggest that you stick to safer and more familiar territory — maybe something with a multi-million dollar ad campaign aimed at convincing you it’s made in a little brewery, or one that implies that their tasteless fizzy yellow beer will give you more sex appeal. Perhaps you think multi-million dollar ad campaigns make a beer taste better. Perhaps you’re mouthing your words as you read this.
(Photo originally uploaded by dantc)
That’s the beer that Wil Wheaton always talks about on his blog. So if Wil drinks it, you KNOW it’s good! :)
Ok, I know your memory must be going in your old age but my name is spelled with a “c”!!!!
With that out of the way…
I like Arrogant Bastard Ale actually. I like the Double Bastard more. Of course, at 10% alcohol who wouldn’t love the Double Bastard. Except Casey, who needs a Triple Bastard.
Oh, I found an aged 7 year Arrogant Bastard last X-mas. Didn’t buy it then and now it’s gone.
Gaaah…sorry about that Marc, I know better. Just look at it this way — at 32 years of age, sometimes I’m surprised I can remember how to spell my own name. ;)
Ohhh, this is a fine beer!
As someone said earlier, the double bastard is even better!
It has twice the ingrediants of the normal bastard, which means it’s MORE than 10%. ;)
Marc and James actually bought me several Arrogant Bastards during my last vacation in Anchorage before my wedding. Something about youth and bastardness, blah blah blah… Like I’d listen to a bunch of whippersnappers anyway. ;-)
And Wudi, you can hardly be expected to remember in your old age that some whippersnapper can’t spell his own name correctly, and then blames you for forgetting. I mean, really!
Enjoying one at this very moment. Surprised to find it at the corner gas station/convenience store. Last time I had one was many years ago. It’s very smooth and drinkable for a beer over 7% and with such a bold hoppy presentation, but it’s not as bitter as might be expected. Great ale for ending a long day.