Sorry I couldn't resist that title for this post. The rains didn't keep the true cask hunters from heading to the Spinnerstown Hotel on Saturday to enjoy the West Coast Firkin Pig Roast. Eight firkins of hard to find in PA cask beers poured, along with the rain, while delicious pulled pork sandwiches were served under the party tent. Kelleigh and I arrived around 2pm and the crowd outside was fairly light. Around 20 people were enjoying food and beer under the tent while another 40 or so hung out with the firkins. My only disappointment was that the Le Freak from Green Flash had kicked before our arrival. However I did get the chance to taste the other three beers we had traveled for; Ballast Point Big Eye IPA, Coronado Red Devil Imperial Red Ale and Stone Smoked Porter on American Oak.
This was my first opportunity to taste a beer from Coronado Brewing Company and it was a great way to start. The Imperial Red's aroma is filled with the sweetness of malt and hops. The taste is complex as the sweet caramel, toffee and chocolate malt flavors twist with the big fruity, citrus hit of the hops. The hops really take hold in the middle and the beer finishes with a slight bitterness. The alcoholic warmth is there throughout. This is the best example of the style I've had.
Just like last weeks trip out to Union Jack's Inn on the Manatawny this was my first trip to the Spinnerstown Hotel. A little time, effort and some extra miles made for another excellent beer experience. Spinnerstown Hotel is a great change up from your normal, everyday, neighborhood beer stop. If this is your normal everyday beer stop consider yourself very lucky.
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