Samuel Smith - Nut Brown Ale

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Originally Posted by JE3146

One I'll recommend, but I doubt you'll find that far east is Rogue Ales Hazelnut Brown Nectar.

Absolutely wonderful English style brown. It's won more awards that I can even count. It was originally created by my godfather's brother and is distributed by Rogue, as I said.

Exceptional beer though.

Actually I have seen that in the store and I will definately try that. Thanks for the recommendation.

Originally Posted by AuburnFan1980

As I'm sure you know (being from NOLA and all), sweet tea is the preferred beverage of the South. There is but one drink in all the world that I could drink as fast and enjoy as much as that sweet nectar: Newcastle. Having said that, I will say this: Both the Samuel Smith Nut Brown and Oatmeal Stout are both FINE selections, and some that I enjoy immensely. However, they are a pair I'd rather enjoy in moderation as I don't find it to be nearly as smooth and literally refreshing as I do a cold pint of Newcastle. Just my , but it sounds like you've stumbled upon a few great drinks! Thanks for the discussion!

Jason

Jason, I'll have to give Newcastle another go. I'll try a 6 pack and perhaps I will discover that I enjoy brown ales in general - I wouldn't have a problem with that.

Oh, and I'll try Smithwicks too... I've seen that one on the shelves as well.

Originally Posted by BostonBull

I have two new favorites Both by Sam Adams
Brown Ale

and my absolute hands down favorite of all time is the Honey Porter. I love Porters in general, but his one is something else.
It is hard to find a 6 pack of them, but they come in the 12 pack variety packs.

Try one and you'll see what I mean.

Ok I'll try this one too... why the hell not? Seriously, I've enjoyed all of Sam Adam's offerings (the ones I've tried at least - the variety pack isn't a bad idea). If I'm getting into Brown Ale I might as well go full force.


So much beer... so little time. At least this thread makes my decisions easier.

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Agreed about Newcastle not being as memorable as the Sam Smith or Rouge, but it is a nice everyday beer. And as a Brit macro it gives some American micros a run for their money as far as being a consistent and extremely drinkable beer.