Oisin Owl Irish Stout (Batch 371)

I brewed this past Sunday.

This was already my 4th batch of beer of the year, and if I'm counting correctly, my 371st batch of beer I've ever brewed.

Of course, if you've been following along on this blog, you know that this year I'm concentrating on brewing BJCP styles that I've never brewed.

In the 16 years I've been brewing, I've brewed at least one beer in all 34 categories in the BJCP Style Guidelines, but now I've decided to check off most of the individual styles.

If you're curious, you can see which beers I've brewed in each category / style as of 2024 Update on the 2021 BJCP Goal.

And ... the beer I brewed this past Sunday was the 3rd new style in 2025 I've been able to mark off the list.... (4th if you count Tasman Devil Pilsner (batch 368))

Oisin Owl Irish Stout

Roll-a-Style 9: 26D. Belgian Dark Strong Ale

I've mentioned a few times that I want to concentrate more on my BJCP Goal and my Roll-a-Style list this year.

Late in 2024, I harvested yeast from Tafel Mystère Belgian Single (Batch 367), which I used to ferment Mardi Blonde (Batch 370) Birthday Brew.

I had 26D. Belgian Dark Strong Ale on my Roll-a-Style List, and thought it would be a good idea to use the whole yeast cake of Mardi Blonde to ferment such a big Belgium beer.

So, I pretended to roll a 9 on my 20 Sided Online Die.

 

Merida Scottish Ale

Venture into the mythical snowy Scottish Highlands with SheppyBrew's Merida Scottish Ale, an exquisite representation of the BJCP style 14A, Scottish Light Ale (60 Shilling). This brew showcases a deep amber hue crowned with a frothy, off-white head. The aroma greets you with rich malt sweetness, featuring notes of caramel and toffee. The flavor profile is a harmonious blend of roasted malt and delicate earthy hops, balanced by a mild bitterness that lingers just enough to invite the next sip. With an ABV of 3%, this Scottish Light Ale promises a sessionable yet flavorful journey for the true beer enthusiast.

D is for Denver Beer Company, Olde Town Arvada

If you've been following along on this blog, you probably know that we've been working on round 6 of our A to Z series of posts.

After A to Z Denver Breweries Round 5, we still have a ton of local breweries on Colorado Brewery Map & List that we've never visited.

We'll have to take "artistic license" on several letters (we already had to on A is for Arms, Call To Brewing Company), but I think we'll still be able to work through the whole alphabet.

You may remember that after C is for Cohesion Brewing Company, we skipped ahead to I is for Incantation Brewing.

Now we're back to our regularly scheduled program ... and we are ready to hit "D" ... 

D is for Denver Beer Company, Olde Town Arvada

Mardi Blonde (Batch 370) Birthday Brew

Here it is ... February already.

We've made it through January and the Groundhog (or Marmot ... whatever your rodent of choice) has seen its shadow.

My plan was to brew on Sunday, but my birthday is early February and my kids decided they would like to celebrate it Sunday.

So ... I postponed the brew day.

The recipe I had picked to brew called for an overnight mash and a shorter-than-usual boil, which meant it wouldn't take quite as long a brew day.

So, on Monday I decided I would brew on Tuesday before work (which was actually my birth day).

Mardi Blonde

Tasman Devil Pilsner

Tasman Devil Pilsner, brewed by SheppyBrew Home Brewery, is a mesmerizing brew that dances gracefully on the palate with its pale, dry, golden hue. This elegantly fermented masterpiece showcases a symphony of flavors, harmonizing crisp, clean malt with a whisper of subtle hops. Each sip reveals a delicate balance of bright, floral notes and a refreshing, dry finish that lingers like a gentle breeze. With an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.5% and International Bitterness Units (IBU) of 30, this Pilsner offers a moderate hop bitterness that complements its light, refreshing body. 

Legend has it that the recipe for Tasman Devil Pilsner was crafted by the magical brewing gnomes of SheppyBrew. These tiny, industrious beings gathered on Eldoria Isle, a hidden gem in the Tasman Sea, where they met with the New Zealand kea and the Australian kookaburra to collaborate on brew day. As the brewing gnomes toiled, the fearless Tasmanian Devil kept a watchful eye, ensuring the perfect balance of ingredients.

Crafted with the finest hops, including Motueka from New Zealand and the unique Eclipse from Australia, this Pilsner embodies the harmony of its enchanted origins. Each batch is a celebration of craftsmanship and a tribute to the timeless tradition of fine beer-making, infused with a touch of magic and the spirit of collaboration between mythical creatures and nature's wonders.

Roll-a-Style 12: 15C. Irish Extra Stout

I've mentioned a few times that I want to concentrate more on my BJCP Goal and my Roll-a-Style list this year.

Early in the year, I brewed Merida Scottish Ale, using harvested Irish Ale Yeast, and I wanted to continue that yeast with an Irish Ale.

I have 15C. Irish Extra Stout on the Roll-a-Style List and with St. Patrick's Day coming up, I thought that would be a great beer to have on tap for this holiday.

So, I pretended to roll a 12

Which, of course corresponded to the 15C. Irish Extra Stout.