The sasquatch is a cultural icon cryptid in the Pacific Northwest (PNW) and mountain west. Some people have signs, statues, or chainsaw-carved stumps depicting this bipedal mystery monster in their yards. It probably doesn't exist outside the collective imagination of enthusiasts, but it's still a popular marketing tool. No-Li Brewhouse is no exception.
I have previously mentioned another No-Li squatch beer, so when I saw a 19.2 oz. imperial pint can of this Imperial IPA, I wanted to give it a try. 9% ABV is pretty stout even for PNW breweries, although it's not unheard-of. Taste is malty, with only a hint of the hops I was expecting. It was not at all harsh as IPAs go at 45 IBU, and the 9% ABV was well-hidden. You can read more pompous-sounding reviews here. As for my take, it's pretty good, and I recommend it.
I'm writing this several days after drinking the beer, but it was game night, and that meant a trip to the grocery store deli for dinner. Chicken and a salad bar are pretty safe for dodging dairy. Life with food allergies makes dining on the go a bit of a gamble, but I can usually find options. Even potato chips need some scrutiny, though I always have to check the ingredients, because brands differ and sometimes recipes change without warning. It's tiring, but better than accidentally suffering hours of gastrointestinal upset.
I found a proper mug! Nice color and head.
A less-glamorous shot of dinner. The lighting was bad, and my smartphone flash did not help. Tasted OK, though.
Mug, can, and store-brand potato chips.
Game night turned out to be more of a get-together-with-friends-and-watch-comedy-specials-online-night. Not that I'm complaining, mind you. Good food, good friends, and good beer are all simple pleasures we should savor.
Ooh, I remember this imbibement, as I ingested some of those lovely salt and vinegar crisps!
The beer named after the hubs looked pretty in that mug, I am just glad you survived it and the food allergy gauntlet that night. Have no fear JT, I am making us some delightful DF garlic bread tomorrow for game night! I even bought the allergen free butter!
!PIZZA
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I just saw that massive onslaught....such a lack of manners indeed!
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In the unlikely event I'm ever in the PNW, I'll try some of this stuff. Meanwhile, in the unlikely event you're ever in NEPA, I'd suggest trying this stuff:
It really does taste like oranges! My local grocery store carries a whole bunch of different beers from the Wallenpaupack Brewing Company, which I've actually been to with some friends.
A beer with a striking design inspired by a famous urban legend and with a high alcohol content. I would definitely like to try it.
$PIZZA slices delivered:
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