The once maligned aluminum can has finally been embraced by the Craft Beer world for its portability, practicality, and functional skill at locking in the goodness of crafty brews. We here at “It’s Just the Booze Dancing…” are always on the lookout for crafty cans to enjoy poolside, on the beach, or on the deck.
Last summer, we did a Canned Beer of Summer hunt and have been overwhelmed by sheer Candemonium. Since then, we have had numerous favorite finds. Here are some of our favorite canned Craft Beers:
- Oskar Blues Dales Pale Ale – One of the canned brews by which we measure all others. This hoppy brew from the canned brew visionaries at Oskar Blues is just “Damn Good Beer” as my fellow blogger described it.
- 21st Amendment Hell or High Watermelon Wheat – The unofficial winner of our 2011 summer canned beer search, this beer is light, slightly sweet, and the perfect beer to enjoy during a hot day at the shore.
- Lancaster Kolsch – Say it! “K-OHHHH-LLLLL-SHHHHHHH!” More than just fun to say, this German Style Kolsch was my “Lawnmower Beer” of choice last summer.
- Sixpoint Righteous Ale – Rye Beer in a can. What’s not to love?
So what’s your favorite canned craft beer? Take our beer poll, or let us know your favorites in the comments below. Cheers!
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You all have the best blog site. Always fun, always informative! Wish I were a beer drinker to take part in the poll … guess this lady just likes her beer distilled. 😛 Happy New Year!
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How about the canned Whiskey from Panama-based Scottish Spirits?
http://www.scottishspirits.com
I need to write a post about this stuff.
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Mmm, Bud Light lime. Kidding!
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Wait… this poll is premature. You should wait until MillerCoorsABInBevSwillBrew releases their new Trailer Trash Can (the “free flow” or wthatever TF they’re calling their latest corn juice delivery vessel)
But since it’s here I’ll also throw in a vote for Sly Fox Royal Weisse
@TheAlemonger
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The only “wide-mouth” beer delivery device allowed on this site is you. And we just barely tolerate that.
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For whatever reason Dale’s is the only beer I can think of that tastes just as good from a can or a tap. The Hell or High Watermelon is great on tap but in a can I can’t stand it /end SF beer snobbery.
Cheers!
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Any brew is going to be a little different in the can/bottle than it is on draft. The Dale’s may just be one of those that can overcome the challenges of bottling/canning, shipping, and storage and still taste fresh and fantastic.
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I first had Dale’s on draught at The Pourhouse. Fan-f’in-tastic!
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Can’t go wrong with Oskar Blues. Love, love, love their Old Chub.
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Oskar Blues is the king of crafty cans!
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Does that make 21st Amendment the heir to the throne?
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…. and Bud Light Lime the court jester or the village idiot.
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One of the things I adore about canned beers is how unique many of them are in regard to product packaging. Beers like Allies Win the War, Perfect Tin Amber Ale, People’s Pale Ale, and even the Sun King brews (among many others), take full advantage of the space available on a can, to create a really unique look and way about them. And that Back in Black…such an appealing design.
Unfortunately only about 3 canned beers are available in Muncie’s liquor stores currently, but hopefully that changes soon 🙂
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I couldn’t agree more! There is some truly beautiful artwork on those oh so convenient canned Craft Beers. I just picked an Allies Win The War. Can’t wait to try it.
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This is a trend I’ve avoided completely. Not that I’m opposed to it in any way; I just don’t think to go buy craft beer in cans. Apparently I’ve been depriving myself.
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I was once strongly anti-can. I had thought that the cans hurt the taste but it was more that, years ago, what was in the cans was already dreadful. Now there are some great craft beers in cans. Since this means craft beer can now join me by the pool, camping, or anywhere that glass shouldn’t go I am all about canned craft beer.
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Ever tried anything from DC Brau? They probably have the best canned Pale Ale I’ve tried to date. http://dcbrau.com/
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I have not seen that up this way yet but will check it out if I come across it. I may have to hunt some down the next time I am in DC. Thanks for the tip!
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I hear many good things about DC Brau. Perhaps your Aviator connection could make a pit stop in the DC area to pick some up during their next run to NJ. Too greedy perhaps?
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A little too greedy. That “connection” is my sister and future brother-in-law not your personal version of Smokey and the Bandit running bootleg beer from obscure breweries up from the South.
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Fair enough. But you know he’d do it.
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HE would but I am not sure SHE would. I need to get both the pilot and co-pilot of the growler express to be in on the plan.
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There’s an upside to DC Brau… ease of transport. Two six packs in a brown paper bag. Done! No coolers. No ice.
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This is true but I would prefer that it arrive iced down and ready to consume!!
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I’m so late to this… but I love this post!! There are so many great canned beers out there.
I also love Oscar Blues – their Old Chub is one of my favorites. I also love Young’s Double Chocolate Stout… delicious!! I have to say though, I can’t bring myself to drink them right out of the can… I have to be snobby and get a fancy glass. 😉
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Totally with you on the glass part. Cans are convenient. Many of them are very pretty. But it’s what’s inside the can that matters. I want to see what it looks like!
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I don’t care what it looks like just the taste. Just crack the can and enjoy. It’s tough to pour into a fancy glass when you are on the chair lift in between runs.
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Under those circumstances, I agree 100%. Can is perfectly acceptable. I enjoyed several canned beers on the beach in Ocean City this past summer (Brooklyn Summer, Brew Free Or Die, and Back in Black). No glass to be found, but infinitely enjoyable nonetheless. But if I’m home, I want a glass.
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Red Solo cup. I fill you up.
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Proceed to party ….
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That might be the first Country & Western song written in the past 40 years that I actually enjoyed. I might even pay a buck for it on iTunes. Might.
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My goal of introducing you to new cultures is now complete.
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