I Love Troeg's

I don't have a whole lot else to say other than that; I just got home with a case of Troeg's Scratch Beer #2 (a porter) and it's fantastic. In case you didn't know, Troeg's is putting out a series of beers this summer that are small-batch brews they don't normally make. As far as I know they're only available at the brewery (and not even on tap there). The first one was a "California Common" Beer that reminded me of Anchor Steam, which is high praise indeed. It was nice and hoppy and perfect for a hot summer's day.

This porter is also excellent, with a prominent but not overpowering toastiness and a good hoppiness. It's not quite as creamy as their Oatmeal Stout, but it's pretty damn good. I think I'm actually drinking it a little too cold -- the next bottle is sitting out on the counter warming up a bit.

I'll be anxiously awaiting Scratch Beers #3 (Belgian) and #4 (Barleywine), and I'm considering grabbing another case of this Porter to hold onto until wintertime. I would definitely recommend trucking down to the brewery and picking up a case. You won't be disappointed.