A special top-fermenting ale yeast is used during fermentation and is responsible for many of Liberty Ale's subtle flavors and characteristics. Carbonation is produced by an entirely natural process called "bunging," which produces champagne-like bubbles. Dry-hopping (adding fresh hops to the brew during aging), imparts a unique aroma to the ale. It is a process rarely used in this country today.

Anchor Steam derives its unusual name from the 19th century when "steam" seems to have been a nickname for beer brewed on the West Coast of America under primitive conditions and without ice. The brewing methods of those days are a mystery and, although there are many theories, no one can say with certainty why the word "steam" came to be associated with beer. For many decades Anchor alone has used this quaint name for its unique beer. In modern times, "Steam" has become a trademark of Anchor Brewing.

Boont Amber Ale is a medium bodied pale ale with a beatiful copper color, a robust head, and the rich flavor of caramel malt. This very smooth and exceptionally drinkable beer is excellent with steaks, chicken, pasta, and other flavorful meals.

"The beer poured with exactly the same pale yellow as Budweiser. But, unlike Bud, no head whatsoever formed - just a few individual bubbles that gathered loosely at the top then quickly fell away. The aroma was very light with only the faintest hints of non-distinct sweetness. The flavor was the same, mostly watery with only a touch of sweetness. There was no evidence of hops to be found anywhere. " Brewery

Bud Light Lime is a premium light beer that combines the superior drinkability of Bud Light with a splash of 100% natural lime flavor. Whether you are out in the hot sun, throwing a backyard bash or just in the mood for a change of pace, Bud Light Lime is sure to quench your thirst for something fresh, something new, something different. One sip and you’ll find the summer state of mind. It’s in “The Lime.”

Bavarian hops and an extended brewing process combine to give Budweiser Select its distinctively full flavor—despite weighing in at only 99 calories. Dark gold in color and pleasingly aromatic, Budweiser Select is impressive from any angle.

Budweiser pours a very pale yellow, lighter than Pilsner. It is quite effervescent and forms a thick head during the pour. The head consists of fairly large bubbles and falls quickly. The nose is virtually nonexistent though some hunting yields the faintest of sweet malt character and just a touch of wood. The flavor was equally subtle. A bland sweetness lingers throughout though a wateriness is dominate. The watery character and effervescence produces a thin mouthfeel with a bit of a sting from the carbonation. The flavor finishes with a faint, lingering sweetness. From the pour through the finish I detected absolutely no hops. Also largely absent was that woody character that I remembered so distinctly. Seems AB changed the recipe over the last few years.

First Tasting - from a bottle at Anheuser-Busch's tasting room in St. Louis, Missouri, May 2008. The brewmaster told us that this wasn't necessarily the final recipe. The beer pours with a thick, rocky head that sits atop a very clear, copper body. Its aroma is mostly sweet malt with some citrusy hops apologetically peeking through. The flavor follows this theme with strong, nutty malt flavors dominating and some hops. The ale is drinkable but could easily become cloying after a couple.

Brewed in the United States, Coors Light is a reduced calorie lager beer. The Coors brewery has been brewing beer since 1873.

"Slightly hazy deep amber-copper color with a dense taupe head. Toffee, lemon curd, herbal hop, and delicate baking spice aromas follow through to a vibrant pillowy entry and and dry-yet-fruity medium body with a nice cohesion of caramelized nuts and zesty grilled citrus flavors. Finishes with a zesty troika of sour citrus, bittering hops astringency, and buttermilk caramel. A superb food beer that invigorates the palate fantastically. 93 points" Beverage Testing Institute