Monday, September 25, 2006

on THE TAPHANDLE

Oktoberfest by Powerhouse Restaurant & Brewery

This is a seasonal offering from my favorite local pub. Initially, the beer had a slight nutty and earthy flavor. The flavor slowly changed over the time of drinking it, with a slightly bolder citrus note making an appearance and the hops moving to the forefront. This was partly due to its food pairing—the best pizza that the Powerhouse makes—The Overload. The Overload is topped with pepperoni, sausage, lots of cheese, and a slightly tangy tomato sauce. The sauce on this particular pizza was the tangiest I have encountered, which may have influenced some of the citrus flavor. All in all, a wonderful beer with a wonderful pizza to bring a wonderful time away on a mini-vacation to a close.

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