Beer Release (Short's Brew): The Curl

Discussion in 'Great Lakes' started by BeyondDescription, Nov 17, 2014.

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  1. BeyondDescription

    BeyondDescription Initiate (0) Feb 9, 2009 Vermont
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    The Curl will start hitting shelves across Michigan, as early as this week!

    I will say right now, our new centrifuge has helped make this a truly spectacular batch! Definitely pick up a bottle or two and see for yourself.

    The Curl was one of the first Imperial beers made at Short’s. This American Pilsner has an appealing clear, bright, and golden straw color. Faint esters of grain and aromas of fresh baked bread are prominent throughout the beer. The flavor results from the abundance of flake maize used in this recipe. There are also hefty doses of hops that create a pronounced dryness that seamlessly blends into a crisp, clean finish.

    7% ABV
    50 IBU

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    #1 BeyondDescription, Nov 17, 2014
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  2. SerialTicker

    SerialTicker Pooh-Bah (2,851) Jun 18, 2012 Missouri
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    I had this last year expecting it to only be a decent beer, since I'm never usually thrilled with pilsners...

    I wound up really liking it. Really tasty beer from Short's, as usual.
     
    #2 SerialTicker, Nov 17, 2014
  3. FaradayUncaged

    FaradayUncaged Initiate (0) Oct 24, 2014 Michigan

    Just when I think I can somehow avoid the beer store for a few days...

    Short's is definitely on the list of benefits of moving to Michigan.
     
    #3 FaradayUncaged, Nov 17, 2014
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  4. cl3

    cl3 Savant (1,244) Aug 16, 2013 Wisconsin
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    Or one of the drawbacks of moving away, as I can vouch for.
     
    #4 cl3, Nov 17, 2014
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  5. psykosis

    psykosis Initiate (0) May 21, 2009 Indiana

    INDEED. :slight_frown:
     
    #5 psykosis, Nov 18, 2014
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  6. Tracker83

    Tracker83 Maven (1,290) Jun 26, 2012 Michigan
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    spotted in GR today!
     
    #6 Tracker83, Nov 18, 2014
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  7. JohnnyHopps

    JohnnyHopps Grand Pooh-Bah (3,380) Jun 15, 2010 Indiana
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    Still not Juicy Tree.
     
    #7 JohnnyHopps, Nov 18, 2014
  8. ColonelHopslam

    ColonelHopslam Savant (1,037) Jan 22, 2014 Michigan

    I will echo Sean's post about this batch. Pretty phenomenal. My six will not last long.
     
    #8 ColonelHopslam, Nov 20, 2014
  9. FaradayUncaged

    FaradayUncaged Initiate (0) Oct 24, 2014 Michigan

    I didn't know what to expect from an Imperial Pilsner, but wow. Great stuff!
     
    #9 FaradayUncaged, Nov 21, 2014
  10. steebo777

    steebo777 Initiate (0) Jun 30, 2009 Michigan

    I can easily say now that I pretty much only need to buy Short's stuff from here on out as my main, every day drinking beer. The variety and volume just makes me so happy.
     
    #10 steebo777, Nov 21, 2014
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  11. Pete811

    Pete811 Initiate (0) May 13, 2013 Michigan

    Since I'm always up for a good Shorts deal, Spartan stores (d&w) has Stroker Ace, Wit Happens and Kolsch45 for a $1 a bottle
     
    #11 Pete811, Nov 22, 2014
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  12. QuadriderMX

    QuadriderMX Initiate (0) Feb 20, 2014 Michigan

    Dude I swear, it's virtually impossible to try and pass on any shorts release.... I Just can't do it!!! Although every one is totally worth it
     
    #12 QuadriderMX, Nov 22, 2014
  13. rjcoy06

    rjcoy06 Initiate (0) Jan 31, 2013 Michigan

    I'm with you guys. Probably 90% of the beer I buy is Short's. Always have at least 4 six-packs on hand at all times. Leaves little time for trying new things with all these great releases. I have some Upland sours, Prairie saisons, and some bottles of Jester King I haven't had time to crack because of my Short's addiction. :wink:
     
    #13 rjcoy06, Nov 22, 2014
  14. Pete811

    Pete811 Initiate (0) May 13, 2013 Michigan

    I try to talk myself out of certain ones sometimes... hasn't happaned yet..
     
    #14 Pete811, Nov 22, 2014
  15. krustster

    krustster Zealot (622) Nov 22, 2013 Maine
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    I want Thirst Mutilator in six packs!! :angry: also I am going to buy some of this tomorrow!
     
    #15 krustster, Nov 23, 2014
  16. Tracker83

    Tracker83 Maven (1,290) Jun 26, 2012 Michigan
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    @HopHeadHerman was pouring samples of this at Copper Vine friday afternoon. Another delicious Shorts beer! Nice chatting with you, Sean!
     
    #16 Tracker83, Nov 23, 2014
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  17. JamesShoemaker

    JamesShoemaker Initiate (0) Sep 21, 2012 Michigan

    This was a yummy beer, fuller mouthfeel than I expected with a nice, dank hop aroma. Love the color too, just spot-on pineapple lifesaver (the best, obviously).
     
    #17 JamesShoemaker, Nov 24, 2014
  18. rougehuron

    rougehuron Initiate (0) Apr 21, 2014 Michigan

    This was amazing and the financee declared it her new second favorite Short's brew only to Shortscake. Well done.
     
    #18 rougehuron, Nov 25, 2014
  19. steebo777

    steebo777 Initiate (0) Jun 30, 2009 Michigan

    Shortscake is the fucking shit. Takes me from 6 to midnight in a heartbeat.
     
    #19 steebo777, Nov 26, 2014
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