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And if you don't know what I mean by "Reggie Miller-esque", please refer to this. That's 8 points in 9 seconds to beat the Knicks in the playoffs. BOOM BABY! I just dropped some classic Pacers history on that A!
But the Pacers lost Wednesday night. By 1 point. In overtime. So I sulked and couldn't go on with my life yesterday. Ok, that's a bit of an exaggeration. And then the Blackhawks screwed the pooch last night, and I just couldn't deal. Until now.
So, during Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, I cracked open a growler of The Grotto, an Extra Pale Ale from Half Acre Beer Company in Chicago. I picked up the growler the previous day, when I made a special trip to Half Acre for the Galactic Double Daisy Cutter, a rare release that sold out in about 6 hours. But that's an entirely different post.
Just look at it. It's glorious.
Back to The Grotto. First off, HOORAY for sessionable beer! I can't be drinking something heavy and high in alcohol content while I'm jumping up and yelling obscenities at the TV during an important game (actually, I CAN, but you don't want to see it). The Grotto is 4.5% ABV, with a pretty yellow color. Poured out of the growler, it had a slight head, maybe 1/4". Hops were certainly present, but not hostile. Not overly sweet but with nice, fruity tones. Maybe a hint of orange? Grapefruit? Slightly bitter, and oh-so-crisp. Overall, a very tasty pale. Again, not a beer that completely knocked my socks off, but I was certainly very pleased with it. Half Acre never seems to disappoint, that's for sure. If you like APAs, I would certainly recommend trying this one. It was lovely.
In other news, I have a 10-miler tomorrow. TEN MILES. I am not prepared for this in any way, and I just downed loaded fries and a chocolate shake. Why do I do this to myself?
Half Acre Beer Company - Chicago, IL
Extra Pale Ale, 4.0%
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