We headed up to La Vista to visit the new location of Nebraska’s newest brewery. Lucky Bucket Brewing Company has been Brewing since 2009. We were excited to visit the brewery as they also house Sòlas Distillery. Sòlas is currently the only Nebraska distiller with a product on the market (Joss Vodka).
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Episode 152 – American Hefe
Posted By John on August 7th, 2009
Up to this point our panel has only identified two American made hefeweizens that deserve the name. Both come from Nebraska and while we are sure there are more, they appear to be scarce. So our friend Brian M. brought with him Sierra Nevada‘s Hefewezien claiming it passed. We also enjoyed a Mocha Porter from Rogue Brewing Company out of Oregon.
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Beer of the Week:
Beer: Kellerweise Hefeweizen
Brewery: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Grade: B+
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Sierra Nevada – Hefeweizen
Posted By John on August 7th, 2009
Beer: Kellerweise Hefeweizen
Brewery: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Reviewed: 07-AUG-2009 on Episode 152
Appearance: Bright yellow with a white head.
Aroma: Banana and faint traces of bubble gum
Taste: Sweet malty banana flavors. Undertones of clove and bubble gum.
Mouthfeel: Medium to low body with a nice smooth feel.
Aftertaste: The banana flavors lingers pleasantly.
Overall: Good hefe worthy of the name.
Best enjoyed: Outside in warm weather.
Grades from our Panel:
John: B+ Brian: B Ryan: B
Anne: B Marissa: A Kelvin: B-
Kendra: A
Overall: B+
Want a second opinion? Check out the beerme.com review.
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