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Norcal Craft Beer and Wine Guide 2021 | 37 CRAFT BEER GUIDE | TRENDS Think back to the televi- sion show "Cheers," with most of the sitcom taking place "where everybody knows your name," or America's favorite animated dad, Homer Simpson, relax- ing on the couch with a can of Duff. The craft beer industry often ties brews together with popular pop charac- ters. Check out some of the tasty beverages that were inspired by on-screen antics. KNEE DEEP BREWING CO. Breaking Bud Beer Advocate Rating: 92 The instant classic "Breaking Bad" was the force behind the creation of this fruity IPA. The wizards behind the creation describe its flavor as old school meet- ing new school. Breaking Bud includes a 6.5% ABV and combines the classic bitterness and alcohol with a hoppy taste and aromas of Mosaic. Honorable mentions: Heisenberg — Austin Beerworks, Heisenberg Dark — Marble Brewery NEW ENGLAND BREWING CO. Imperial Stout Trooper Beer Advocate Rating: 94 "Star Wars" is one of the most popular franchises in American history, so it's no surprise that breweries are honoring it through their brews. This stout drink consists of hints of coffee, dashes of dark fruits and precise mementos of choc- olate. It will quickly become a favorite of craft beer enthusiasts. The win- dow to acquire your Imperial Stout Trooper package is limited as it is brewed once a year to wel- come the winter months. Honorable mentions: Empire Strikes Black, Imperial Stout — Sierra Nevada BREWERY OMMEGANG Game of Thrones: Fire and Blood Beer Advocate Rating: 83 Brewery Ommegang and HBO collaborated to deliv- er a craft beer series inspired by Daenerys Targaryen and her three dragons. "Game of Thrones" was a hit show on the cable network HBO and had a mass following of fans. The Fire and Blood brew features a deep, dark red hue with a creamy off- white head. You will notice the scents of ripe fruit, malt and subtle spice. The taste is followed with a floral and spicy hop character. Beers Inspired by Pop Culture There is no question that pop culture has always had a soft spot in its heart for beer. © ADOBE STOCK There is no question that pop culture has always had a soft spot in its heart for beer. Think back to the television show "Cheers," with most of the sitcom taking place "where everybody knows your name," or America's favorite animated dad, Homer Simpson, relaxing on the couch with a can of Duff. The craft beer industry often ties brews together with popular pop characters. Check out some of the tasty beverages that were inspired by on-screen antics . KNEE DEEP BREWING CO. Breaking Bud Beer Advocate Rating: 92 The instant classic "Breaking Bad" was the force behind the creation of this fruity IPA. The wizards behind the creation describe its flavor as old school meet- ing new school. Breaking Bud includes a 6.5% ABV and combines the classic bitterness and alcohol with a hoppy taste and aromas of Mosaic. Honorable mentions: Heisenberg — Austin Beerworks, Heisenberg Dark — Marble Brewery NEW ENGLAND BREWING CO. Imperial Stout Trooper Beer Advocate Rating: 94 "Star Wars" is one of the most popular franchises in American history, so it's no surprise that breweries are honoring it through their brews. This stout drink consists of hints of coffee, dashes of dark fruits and precise mementos of chocolate. It will quickly become a favor- ite of craft beer enthusiasts. The window to acquire your Imperial Stout Trooper package is limited as it is brewed once a year to welcome the winter months. Honorable mentions: Empire Strikes Black, Imperial Stout — Sierra Nevada BREWERY OMMEGANG Game of Thrones: Fire and Blood Beer Advocate Rating: 83 Brewery Ommegang and HBO col- laborated to deliver a craft beer series inspired by Daenerys Targaryen and her three dragons. "Game of Thrones" was a hit show on the cable network HBO and had a mass following of fans. The Fire and Blood brew features a deep, dark red hue with a creamy offwhite head. You will notice the scents of ripe fruit, malt and subtle spice. The taste is followed with a floral and spicy hop character. Beers Inspired by Pop Culture

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