Beer of the Weekend #1,131: Neighborhood Beer
The beer last weekend (I am always behind these days) was a tasty and easy drinking beer with a cause: Neighborhood Beer, brewed by the Big Grove Brewery of Iowa City, Iowa. Serving type: 12-ounce can. “PACKAGED 05/01/25” was printed on the bottom. Appearance: Poured into a pilsner glass. The color was pale gold with a slight haze. An off-white, bubbly, buttery head left an even skim and bubbly collar. Smell: Light and macro-like. Adjunct malt (probably corn), pale malt, Cheerios, and a touch of spice. Taste: Easy drinking and on the lighter side. Macro-like with pale malt and adjuncts, a nice pop of hops, and a touch of zest. It was perfect for sipping while enjoying a nice night on the porch. Fun facts about Neighborhood Beer: • Style: American lager. • Price: $17.99 for a 12-pack of 12-ounce cans at John’s Grocery in Iowa City. • Alcohol content: 4.5 percent ABV. It’s a pounder! • Here is the description via the beer’s webpage: Big Grove Brewery believes in celebrating and givin...
