Brasserie de Rochefort Trappistes Rochefort 10 11.3% ABV Brasserie De Rochefort, located in the Ardennes region of Belgium, is one of ten authentic Trappist monasteries (look for the hexagonal blue logo on the bottle) and they brew three identical beers to different strength: 6 (red cap), 8 (green cap) and 10 (blue cap). 10 is the … [ Read more]
Evil Twin Brewing Molotov Lite
February 9, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Evil Twin Brewing Molotov Lite 8.5% ABV Danish native Jeppe Jarnit-Bjergso is the zany gypsy brewer/founder of the cult that is Evil Twin Brewing. Don’t be fooled by the whimsical prose on the can, there’s nothing Lite or remotely macro about this beer! Brewed at Two Roads Brewing in Connecticut, this double IPA pours a … [ Read more]
Olvalde Farm and Brewery The Auroch’s Horn
February 9, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Olvalde Farm and Brewery The Auroch’s Horn 10% ABV Joe Pond has been handcrafting artisan beers in the sleepy hamlet of Rollingstone since 2011. Auroch’s Horn, his flagship beer with a style that defies description, is a dandy. Mead? Tripel? Farmhouse Ale? Despite its identity crisis, it’s sensational. Brewed with honey, lightly hopped, unfiltered, and … [ Read more]
Destihl Brewing Wild Sour Series — Here Gose Nothin’
February 9, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Destihl Brewing Wild Sour Series—Here Gose Nothin’ 5% ABV This is Destihl’s interpretation of a Gose, an old German style of unfiltered wheat beer with coriander seeds, lactic acid, and salt added to the boil. The beer pours a hazy yellow with some slight funk on the nose. The sip is refreshing, crisp, and dry. … [ Read more]
Brouwerij Boon Geuze Mariage Parfait
February 4, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Brouwerij Boon Geuze Mariage Parfait 8% ABV Geuze is a skillful blend of young and old lambics, aged and re-fermented in the bottle. Mariage Parfait consists of 95% mild lambic aged in oak barrels for at least three years and 5% young lambic. It is the latter that provides the fermentable sugars and wild yeast … [ Read more]
Avery Brewing IPA
December 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Avery Brewing IPA 6.5% ABV After a long hiatus, well-regarded Avery Brewing from Boulder, CO, returned to the Twin Cities market this fall. Revisiting a quality brewery like Avery starts with the new benchmark of hop handling, the India Pale Ale. Avery’s doesn’t disappoint with earthy hop aromas leading to layered hop flavors of pine … [ Read more]
Fargo Brewing Wood Chipper IPA
December 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Fargo Brewing Wood Chipper IPA 6.7% ABV The classic American IPA is full of citrus and piney hops, dry hopped to give even more aroma. Orange marmalade on the sip with a lightly bitter finish, this is super smooth and somehow easier to drink than a lot of smaller IPAs. The name and red can … [ Read more]
Northgate Brewing Parapet ESB
December 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Northgate Brewing Parapet ESB 5.6% ABV Nestled in Northeast Minneapolis in a brand spankin’ new facility, Northgate Brewing’s mission is to focus on session beers and British styles. Parapet ESB delivered on both promises, as this is a nicely hopped ESB for IPA drinkers. Aromas of spicy hops, citrus, and a hint of coriander give … [ Read more]
Lucid Brewing Goslar
December 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Lucid Brewing Goslar 4.5% ABV The name “Goslar” comes from the city in Germany where this ancient style was carefully created. It is a traditional Gose (pronounced ‘goes-uh’) style beer, which is an excellent and flavorful session beer. Goslar pours a bright golden color with a one-inch tuft of foam. Serve this one in a … [ Read more]
B Nektar Meadery Zombie Killer
December 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
B Nektar Meadery Zombie Killer 6% ABV Founded in 2006 by a homebrewer in Indiana, this family-run meadery makes some of the most award-winning mead in the country. One word sums this one up—amazing! But, since one word reviews are not allowed… This is a honey wine style mead with a soft carbonation and color … [ Read more]
Lazy Loon Brewing Lazy Loon Lager
December 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Lazy Loon Brewing Lazy Loon Lager Unlisted ABV A Southwest suburbs exclusive! Brewed and canned in beautiful Victoria, Minnesota, Lazy Loon is a ‘true to style’ nanobrewery. This gem pours a light amber color and has aromas of caramel malts. A well-balanced lager best served cold (40–45°F) in a pint glass. We recommend you enjoy … [ Read more]
Reviews by Heritage Liquor
August 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
heritageliquoronline.com 1347 Frost Ave, Maplewood, MN 55109 651-777-7455 We’re a diamond in the rough. Don’t be fooled by the less than desirable exterior, the foundation for this store was built on a deep passion for craft beer. Emphasizing customer service and one of the best craft beer selections in Minnesota, we strive to have that … [ Read more]
