Off Color, Mikerphone, and MORE coming from Abu Nawas!

June 20, 2026Leave a comment

Off Color Beer for Kicks 6/4/16oz CANS – Beer for Kicks is the perfect pitch side companion from the opening whistle to the final penalty kick. Sessionable yet crushable with a noble, turfy hop profile that balances a malt presence whose nuttiness is only outdone by a gang of hooligans. They added some nuance to the well attenuated ‘international’ style lager by adding demerara turbinado sugar which provides a toffee and honey note. 5.5% ABV – IL
Off Color Beer for Lounging 6/4/16oz CANS – The least Hoppy American Pale Ale ever. Beer for Lounging is a single hop beer only using U.S. Cascade hops providing big aroma and a mild bitterness balanced with a bread crumb malt profile. Strong hop aromas of grapefruit, pine, orange rind, and pear are the focal point of this classic American style of beer. 5% ABV – IL
Off Color Beer for Beaches 6/4/16oz CANS – Beach house style ale with cranberry, Peach, and Lemon Juices added. 6% ABV – IL
Off Color Beer for BBQ 6/4/16oz CANS – Lager with Brown Sugar and Honey. Beer for BBQ is the ultimate cookout companion. Crafted to complement rich flavors with sweet honey and savory aromas, hints of smoky pine, and enough bitterness to cut through the fat. Despite being beefed up with honey and brown sugar, it remains devilishly drinkable as you and your friend gather around the grill. 5.5% ABV – IL
Off Color Crispy Beer for Pizza 4/6/12oz CANS – Italian pilsner is a modern style with origins in Northern Italy where it was conceived as a German pilsner with an English hopping schedule. The style takes cues from Italian cooking where simple, fresh ingredients create fantastic flavor. Unfiltered and full flavored, our hop-backed pilsner’s finish will wipe your palate clean for your next bite of pie. 5% ABV – IL
Off Color Mango Beer for Tacos 6/4/16oz CANS – The Legend gets a MANGO BOOST! You know what we love as much as beer? Margaritas… and Tacos. Gose brewed with Mango Juice, Kaffir Lime Leaf, Key Lime, Orange & Pink Himalayan Salt. 4.8% ABV – IL
Off Color Beer for Power Plays 6/4/16oz CANS – At a feisty Baltic Style Strong Dark Porter with a healthy amount of Hoppy Goodness from Nugget, Saaz Hops. 7.5% ABV – IL
Off Color Apex Predator 6/4/16oz CANS – Off Color Flagship Beer. American-Belgian hybrid style combines free rise fermentation with a traditional Belgian Saison yeast and a hefty, American style dry hopping. 6.5% ABV – IL

Mikerphone Brewing – Hey Mambo, Mambo Italiano – 6/4/16oz CANS – Delicious Italian-Style Pilsner. 5% ABV – IL
Mikerphone Brewing – The Limon Cello Light 6/4/16oz CANS – MAPLEWOOD BREWING COLLAB.
– Limoncello-Inspired Soft Sour Ale w/ Sicilian Lemon and Orange Peel. 5% ABV – ILxIL
Mikerphone Brewing – Mikerphone Check 1, 2 – 6/4/16oz CANS – Fresh Batch! Flagship Double Dry-Hopped Double India Pale Ale w/ Citra Hops. 8% ABV – IL
Mikerphone Brewing – Special Sauce 6/4/16oz CANS – New England-Style India Pale Ale with Mosaic Hops. 6.5% ABV – IL
Mikerphone Brewing – Super Special Sauce – 6/4/16oz CANS – Double Dry-Hopped New England-Style Double India Pale Ale w/ Mosaic Hops. 8% ABV – IL
Mikerphone Brewing – I Want My IPA 6/4/16oz CANS – American-Style IPA featuring a beautiful balance of malt and hops, with the Mosaic and Citra hops showcasing their glorious smells and tastes. No need to change the channel. RIP MTV! 7.25% ABV – IL
Mikerphone Brewing – Break Em Off 6/4/16oz CANS – West Coast-Style Pale Ale w/ Citra, Amarillo, Idaho 7, and Cashmere Hops. Heavy handed with the Hops on this one, but dialed down the ABV. It’s a CRUSHER that packs a punch! 5.7% ABV – IL
Mikerphone Brewing – Cuff and a Crease – 6/4/16oz CANS – West Coast-Style India Pale Ale. Light malt bill meets big hops with Citra, Cashmere, Simcoe Cryo, Columbus, and Chinook hops. 7% ABV – IL
Mikerphone Brewing – Now Playing: DankHouse Brewing – 6/4/16oz CANS – DankHouse BREWING COLLAB. – Black Pale Ale with Columbus, Simcoe, and Citra Hops. 5.5% ABV – ILxOH
Mikerphone Brewing – Now Playing: G-Five Brewing – 6/4/16oz CANS – G-Five BREWING COLLAB. – Double Dry-Hopped Hazy Double India Pale Ale with Galaxy and Idaho 7 Hops, & Freestyle Hops Wai-iti Cold-Pressed Hop Juice. 8% ABV – ILxWI
Mikerphone Brewing – Now Playing: RaR Brewing – 6/4/16oz CANS – RaR BREWING COLLAB. – Hop Saturated India Pale Ale with Freestyle Nelson Sauvin, Cascade, and Riwaka Hops. 7% ABV – ILxMA
Mikerphone Brewing – Wheat Like Waves – 6/4/16oz CANS – ERIS BREWERY AND CIDER HOUSE COLLAB. – German-Style Hefeweizen, Windy City Style! 5.5% ABV – ILxIL
Mikerphone Brewing – Miker Life – 6/4/16oz CANS – American-Style Lager done right! 5% ABV – IL
Mikerphone Brewing – Land of Transfusion – 6/4/16oz CANS – XUL BEER COLLAB.
– Transfusion-Inspired Fruited Sour with Concord Grape Juice Concentrate, Lime Juice, and Ginger. If you spent any amount of time in the clubhouse at your local golf course, you’ve probably had a transfusion or two. And what better team to transform this classic, grapejuice-forward cocktail into beer than Mikerphone and Xul! 5% ABV -ILxTN
Mikerphone Brewing – So Fresh and So Green – 6/4/16oz CANS – West Coast-Style Pale Ale w/ Fresh Cascade Hops. 5.7% ABV – IL

MORE BREWING Morever 6/4/16oz CANS – Fresh Morever Batch Flagship Hazy IPA. Double Dry Hopped and bursting with Citra, Motueka & Simcoe hops. 6.5% ABV – IL
MORE BREWING Patel Light 6/4/16oz CANS – Fresh, Crisp, and Ready to Pour easy-drinking Indian-Style Light Lager. Built for smooth sipping any time of day. 4.9% ABV – IL
MORE BREWING Core Concept 6/4/16oz CANS – Berliner Weiss with Apple. Super drinkable and lightly tart with green apple flavor. 4% ABV – IL
MORE BREWING Premium Rye 6/4/16oz CANS – MORE original American Rye Lager brewed with premium ingredients. 5.8% ABV – IL
MORE BREWING Monogatari 6/4/16oz CANS – Gose-style ale. Blends the earthy essence of green tea, the bright zest of yuzu, and a touch of sea salt for a perfectly balanced, refreshingly tart experience. Sip, savor, and let the tale unfold. 6.5% ABV – IL
MORE BREWING Lemon Meringue Pie 6/4/16oz CANS – Delicious Fruited Sour Ale with Lemon, Vanilla, Graham Cracker & Milk Sugar.7% ABV – IL
MORE BREWING Key Lime Pie 6/4/16oz CANS – Fruited Sour with Key Lime, Vanilla & Lactose. Juicy lime flavor and aroma have elevated this beer to the highest level. This crazy combo of amazing flavors will be sure to please your taste buds! 7.2% ABV – IL
MORE BREWING Peach Cobbler 6/4/16oz CANS – A Scrumptious Fruited Sour Ale with Peaches, Vanilla, Granola, and Milk Sugar. It’s sweet, smooth, and perfectly balanced. Just like grandma used to brew. 7.2% ABV – IL
MORE BREWING Blood Orange Double Marbles 6/4/16oz CANS – Milkshake-style DIPA swirls together juicy Blood Orange and Vanilla. 8% ABV – IL
MORE BREWING Clamp and Gasket 6/4/16oz CANS – A Double Dry-Hopped IPA that delivers bold notes from Amarillo, Citra, Strata, and Idaho 7 hops. Clean, crisp, and packed with flavor. An Ode to every Brewer and their Clamps out there! 7% ABV – IL

Hidden Gems: The Green Door; Clermont, IA

June 1, 2026Leave a comment

If you’ve ever taken a scenic drive through the rolling hills of Fayette County, you already know that Northeast Iowa is packed with quiet charm. But nestled in the historic town of Clermont lies an absolute treasure of a watering hole that feels like a warm welcome from an old friend: The Green Door.

Part Irish pub, part community living room, and part boutique shopping experience, this local hotspot at 301 Mill Street is redefining what a small-town tavern can be. Whether you’re wrapping up a day of canoeing on the Turkey River or just looking for a cozy corner to spend a Friday night, here is why The Green Door deserves a spot on your weekend itinerary.

From the moment you spot the namesake entrance, you know you’re in for something unique. The Green Door effortlessly bridges the gap between a classic, authentic Irish pub and a beautifully designed historic space.

Inside, the atmosphere is decorated by rich wood tones, warm lighting, and a distinct nod to traditional Irish hospitality. It’s the kind of place where locals and travelers instantly mingle over live music. What truly sets the decor apart is its multi-functional layout. The pub seamlessly shares its historic brick footprint with a boutique shopping experience (featuring local finds and Brickyard Wines).

The walls tell stories of the building’s past, and the owners have done a masterful job preserving its historic bones while keeping the energy fresh, inviting, and effortlessly social. It’s cozy enough for a quiet date night, yet lively enough to host a traveling folk band on a Sunday afternoon. The beer memorabilia is massive and will take you 2 or 3 pints just to look at all of them.

You can’t have a great pub without great drinks, and The Green Door absolutely delivers. While you can always find a comforting classic, the bar shines when it comes to celebrating regional craft beverages.

Rotated Craft Beer: The tap and bottle lists cater beautifully to craft beer lovers. You can expect a rotating selection of local Iowa brews, midwestern favorites, and perfectly poured stouts that pay homage to its Irish pub roots. From crisp, refreshing IPAs perfect for summer afternoons to hearty ambers, and there’s always a pint of Guinness with your name on it.
The Wine & Spirit Bonus: Because the venue is tied closely to local wine partnerships, non-beer drinkers are treated to an equally impressive selection of local wines and spirits.

Pro Tip: Planning a late night? The owners actually run a beautifully renovated, cozy studio Airbnb called The Bird’s Nest right next door/above the property. You can spend the evening enjoying the live music and craft beer, and then walk just a few steps to your own quiet respite.

Where: 301 Mill Street, Clermont, IA
When to Go: Typically open Thursday evenings, Friday nights, and Saturday/Sunday afternoons (keep an eye on their Facebook page for live music schedules and seasonal hours!).

If you’re looking for great conversation, excellent regional drinks, and an atmosphere that makes you want to pull up a chair and stay a while, look no further than Clermont’s favorite green door.

Podcast Episode: Craft Beer Releases And Pairings

May 23, 2026Leave a comment

Pip: Welcome back to the site where the tap list is basically a news feed — iabeerbaron has been busy, and the range this week runs from hazy IPAs to a sit-down dinner with eight beer pours and a chef.

Mara: That’s right. We’re covering a wave of new arrivals hitting Abu Nawas, from Phase Three, Pipeworks, and a trio of other breweries, plus a collaborative beer dinner that’s worth knowing about. Let’s start with what’s coming to the cooler.

New Arrivals at Abu Nawas

Pip: The Phase Three post is doing a lot of work this week — it’s not just one beer, it’s an entire lineup drop, anchored by a collaboration concept that brings in three other breweries at once.

Mara: The post frames it directly: “This year’s lineup features P3 flagship Pixel alongside three all-new hazies, each brewed in collaboration to highlight the different approaches we all take to recipe design and process. Same concept, totally unique expressions.”

Pip: So the Pixel and Pals mixed four-pack is essentially a side-by-side tasting of brewery philosophies, all in one box. That’s a genuinely useful format for someone trying to understand what makes each house style different.

Mara: Beyond the collab pack, the Phase Three drop is wide. There’s a Dark Czech Lager cold-conditioned for eight weeks, a Mango Lawn Chair wheat ale, Chicago Sunshine — a DDH Hazy IPA with Citra, Dolcita, and Eclipse — and core staples like the Lager, Amber, and Hefe.

Pip: Eight weeks of cold conditioning for a dark lager is not a casual commitment. That’s the kind of timeline that gets quietly buried in a tap list.

Mara: The Pipeworks post covers a different kind of range — barrel-aged heavyweights alongside crushable everyday drinkers. On the big end, there’s Barrel Aged S’more Money S’more Problems, a bourbon barrel imperial stout at 13.5%, and Port Barrel Aged Murderous, a barleywine aged in port and bourbon barrels at 14.8%.

Pip: And then on the other end of that spectrum, Pipeworks Beer — described simply as “It is BEER. Say no more.” Which is either the most confident product description ever written or the least.

Mara: The Pipeworks lineup also includes Lime Guppy, Turtles in Stereo with New Zealand hops, Many Hats Hazy Double IPA, Horchata Rice Ale, and the Ninja vs. Unicorn universe of IPAs. Then the Skygazer, Urban Chestnut, and O’Fallon post rounds things out with margarita-style sours, radlers, German lagers, and O’Fallon’s Vanilla Wafer Cream Ale and Dad’s Scotch Oatmeal Cookie Stout.

Mara: That’s a wide seasonal spread — from tart fruit sours built for patios to rich cookie-inspired stouts.

Pip: From lawn chairs to lagering tanks. The beer dinner is a different kind of occasion entirely — let’s get into that.

One Night, Two Breweries, Four Courses

Pip: The Field Day and Lua beer dinner is a specific kind of event — limited capacity, one night only, and structured around the idea that pairing beer with food is a collaborative act, not an afterthought.

Mara: The post puts it this way: “Each course includes two curated pours, one from Field Day and one from Lua, designed to complement the dish and showcase each brewery’s approach to flavor, balance, and style.”

Pip: That structure means you’re not just eating dinner with beer on the side — you’re actively comparing two breweries’ interpretations of the same moment on the plate.

Mara: The full ticket includes a welcome collaborative table beer, the four-course chef-curated dinner, and eight paired pours — nine total. Doors open at six, dinner at six-thirty, at Field Day Brewing Co. General admission is ninety dollars plus a twenty-one percent staff gratuity and sales tax.

Pip: Nine pours across a four-course dinner is a considered pace. This is an evening, not a tasting flight.

Mara: A lot of ground this week — from collaborative hazy packs to barrel-aged barleywines to a dinner designed around the idea that two breweries together can say something neither could alone.

GO Brewing and Fat Orange Cat coming from Abu Nawas!

May 11, 2026Leave a comment

GO BREWING:

GO BREWING VIBE CODER 4/6/12oz CANS – Vibe Coder Hazy IPA. Get ready for a non-alcoholic hazy that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Bursting with ripe peach and tropical fruit aromas from Dolcita and Idaho 7 hops, this deep golden brew delivers all the juicy, lush character you crave. Prove that you don’t need alcohol to catch the perfect vibe.
GO BREWING DARUMA RICE LAGER 4/6/12oz CANS – Inspired by the Daruma doll, this Japanese rice lager is a tribute to persistence—fall down seven times, stand up eight. Brewed without alcohol and without compromise, it’s crisp, clean, and dry. Rice strips it down to the essentials, leaving a bright, polished beer where nothing hides and every detail matters. 45 Calories.
GO BREWING WATERMELON WHEAT 4/6/12oz CANS – Watermelon Wheat is a light, refreshing wheat beer made for warm weather and easy drinking. It starts with a smooth barley and wheat base, then gets a touch of natural watermelon character that feels fresh and subtle, not sweet or overpowering. Soft wheat notes and gentle hop balance keep it crisp and clean, with a bright finish that makes it easy to come back to. Perfect for sunny afternoons, backyard hangs, and any time you want something simple, refreshing, and straight-up delicious. Just enough watermelon to keep things interesting.
GO BREWING YUZU RADLER 4/6/12oz CANS – Pineapple Yuzu Radler is a bright, refreshing beer cocktail that captures pure sunshine in a glass. Built on a crisp, classic lager base, it’s blended with lush pineapple purée and vibrant yuzu extract for a juicy, aromatic lift. Tropical sweetness meets zesty citrus notes, while a touch of monk fruit juice adds gentle balance without weighing it down. Light-bodied and easy drinking, this radler finishes clean and refreshing, making it the perfect companion for warm afternoons, patio hangs, and effortless sipping any time of year. Right on Time for Sunshine Bright citrus, tropical fruit, and easy drinking.
GO BREWING Sunshine State Tropical IPA 4/6/12oz CANS – Bold tropical flavors, featuring juicy mango and ripe peach notes, complemented by the floral, fruity aroma of BRU-1 and Zamba hops. Its balanced bitterness and full-bodied profile are often compared to traditional craft IPAs. REAL MANGO & PEACH. NO ADDED SUGAR.
GO BREWING Disarm Hazy IPA 4/6/12oz CANS – Packed with Krush, Sabro, and Strata hops, DISARM is juicy, full-bodied, and loaded with bright notes of pineapple, ripe mango, and zesty citrus. Bold hops, smooth finish—cheers to embracing the haze!
GO BREWING BURN IT DOWN IPA 2.0 4/6/12oz CANS – A Hop Forward West Coast IPA with Rich Aroma and Great Hop Characteristics. Bold Bitterness balanced with citrus aroma coming from the dual Chinook Centennial Hopping. Ben F’n Mollin is the inspiration behind this beer and his journey of rebuilding his life and growth.
GO BREWING Salty Lime AF Chelada 4/6/12oz CANS – Michelada Anyone? We absolutely love this one! Light, clean, and endlessly crushable, Salty AF Chelada is the go-to choice for those who love bold flavor without the booze. The hit of salt enhances every sip, making it the perfect companion for warm days, good vibes, and your favorite meals. Whether you’re kicking back on the beach, celebrating a win, or just looking for something wildly refreshing, this brew is built to deliver. Crisp. Salty. Lime-kissed. Salty AF Chelada is proof that simple flavors, done right, can be downright addictive.
GO BREWING Straight Outta Alcohol 4/6/12oz CANS – For the first time, GO is offering a mixed pack of their popular Straight Outta Alcohol, Hop-Infused Water, now featuring our new Lemon Lime flavor. Made with the perfect blend of Centennial hops, this refreshing, zero-alcohol, zero-calorie option delivers bold hop flavor without the buzz. Whether you’re staying active, unwinding, or just looking for something crisp and clean, this pack has you covered. Zero Alcohol. Zero Calories. All Refreshment. 0% ABV –
GO BREWING Suspended In A Sunbeam Pils 4/6/12oz CANS – Pilsner with Authentic German Ingredients. There are thousands, maybe millions of pilsners, but this pilsner-style light brew invites you to look again – to take in everything that can exist all at once in a single beverage (or moment).
GO BREWING New School Sour Berry 4/6/12oz CANS – This isn’t your average sour, it’s a flavor revolution and perfect blend of strawberry & blueberry. . Bursting with juicy, fruit-forward notes that are perfectly balanced by a zippy tang, it’s the ultimate mashup of sweet and tart. Imagine the boldness of ripe citrus colliding with the smooth sweetness of stone fruit, all tied together with a crisp, clean finish that’ll leave your taste buds begging for an encore.
GO BREWING The Story Double IPA 4/6/12oz CANS – Bold. Complex. Unforgettable. When our Head Brewer, James, set out to create “The Story,” he wanted it to be more than just a Double IPA—it had to redefine what’s possible. Crafted with Simcoe, Mosaic, and Citra hops, this brew bursts with vibrant grapefruit, tropical papaya, and a subtle malty sweetness. Built on a foundation of robust barley malts, it pours golden with a perfect head and a clean, satisfying finish. Proof that bold flavor doesn’t need alcohol—just exceptional vision and craftsmanship.
GO BREWING FREEDOM WEST COAST PALE: NO GLUTEN 4/6/12oz CANS – West Coast-Style Pale brew is crafted without gluten for those that want to break free. Those who look at circumstance not as a hindrance, but as a welcomed challenge. For it’s the moments of freedom that we use to carve our paths and destiny into the world.
GO BREWING FREEDOM HAZY: NO GLUTEN 4/6/12oz CANS – The latest addition to the Freedom line-up. Freedom Hazy IPA w/ Citra & Nectraon Hops. It is a bold, hop-forward brew crafted without gluten. Bursting with juicy tropical notes of citrus and stone fruit, this instant classic delivers a soft, hazy body and a smooth, pillowy mouthfeel that’s anything but watered down. Crafted for beer lovers who crave a full-bodied IPA experience, Freedom is brewed to be inclusive— it’s everything you love about a hazy IPA, reimagined for a freer, lighter lifestyle. Just you, the horizon, and a full tank of possibility.
GO BREWING FREEDOM AMBER 4/6/12oz CANS – GLUTEN FREE – Cool, confident, and unapologetically bold—Freedom Amber is brewed for those who carve their own path and do it in style. With rich toasty malts, a smooth backbone, and just the right amount of bite, this brew is crafted without gluten for those who refuse to be boxed in. Like the eagle on the can, kicking back in an ice bath, rocking shades and a gold chain, this beer is all about staying cool under pressure and enjoying the ride. Whether you’re chasing new horizons or just soaking in the moment, Freedom Amber is here to keep things smooth, bold, and always on your terms. Raise a glass. Embrace the chill. Break free.

Fat Orange Cat FOC Free Kittens 6/4/12oz CANS – Outstanding Non-Alcoholic Lightly Hopped Pilsner. Near Beer. 0.5% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Dazed and Confused Teenage Kittens 6/4/16oz CANS – Hazy IPA. A slightly amped up version of Baby Kittens, and Aggressively Hopped and Dank. Those mellow, easily distractible, Dazed & Confused Teenage Kittens only make an appearance once a year!⁠ Clocking in at 7.10% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Kittens Summer Ale 6/4/16oz CANS – Outstanding American Pale Wheat Ale with Citrus and a touch of Spice! 5% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Crispy Cat 6/4/16oz CANS – Crisp American Craft Lager. 5.2% ABV – CT

Abomination, Hoof Hearted, and Tox Brewing coming from Abu Nawas!

April 17, 2026Leave a comment

ABOMINATION BREWING

Abomination Brewing Beach Monster 6/4/16oz CANS – A Juicy Hazy IPA with Cashmere and Nelson Sauvin Hops. 6% ABV – IL
Abomination Brewing Lager Monster 6/4/16oz CANS – LAGER MONSTER is a ridiculously crushable Imperial Lager. 8% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Juice Monster 6/4/16oz CANS – A crushable 6.8% IPA with Nelson & Citra.⁠ A juicy, hazy, behemoth IPA, perfect for smashing the type of thirst only a monster can handle. 6.8% ABV – CT
Abomination Waterboi 6/4/16oz CANS – A Refreshing Weissbier brewed with Watermelon, Coconut Water, Lime, and Norwegian Sea Salt. 4% ABV – CT
Abomination Fog Juice (Key Lime) 6/4/16oz CANS – Double dry-hopped hazy IPA w/ Key Limes. 8% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Midnight Snack Dubai Chocolate 6/4/16oz CANS – Imperial Stout brewed with Chocolate, Pistachio, & Puff Pastry. 12.0% – CT
Abomination Brewing Midsomer’s Night Snack 6/4/16oz CANS – Stout Brewed w/ Chocolate, Marshmallow, Graham Cracker & Milk Sugar. 7% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Night Milk 6/4/16oz CANS – Delicious Night Cap Vanilla Milk Stout. 7% ABV – CT
Abomination Sticky Oven – Peanut Butter, Banana & Marshmallow Pie 6/4/16oz CANS – This Sticky Oven blends smooth brown-ale malt with peanut-butter richness, sweet banana, and soft marshmallow for a bold, bakery-inspired brew. Abomination Brewing is serving dessert. 7% ABV – CT
Abomination Sticky Oven – Shoofly Pie 6/4/16oz CANS – Imperial brown ale with brown sugar, molasses, cinnamon, nutmeg & pie crust. 8% ABV – CT
Abomination Lil’ Foggy 6/4/12oz CANS – Double Dry Hopped IPA with Mosaic, Citra, Pacific Jade, Summit & Nelson Hops. 4.5% ABV – CT
Abomination Everyday Fog STRATA 6/4/16oz CANS – Double Dry Hopped Double IPA w/ STRATA. 7.1% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Crispy Fog 6/4/16oz CANS – Double Dry Hopped Cold IPA 6.7% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Make Sure It’s Dead 6/4/16oz CANS – Smoothie Style – Sour Ale With Soursop, Curuba And Pink Guava. 7.4% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Intergalactic Love 6/4/16oz CANS – Double Dry Hopped IPA with Mosaic, Strata Citra and Galaxy. 7.1% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Wandering into the Fog Moonlit Dark Berry 6/4/16oz CANS – Moonlit Dark Berry Euphoric Hop Liquid Double Dry Hopped DIPA. Here’s to expanding the HOPPY Horizons! 8.6% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Wandering Into The Fog TDH KRUSH 6/4/16oz CANS – DIPA Triple Dry Hopped with Krush Hops. 8.6% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing The Belgian Beast 6/4/16oz CANS – Hazy Double Belgian Ale, brewed With Saison Yeast. 8% ABV – CT

HOOF HEARTED:

Hoof Hearted Club Paradise 6/4/16oz CANS – Imperial Tiki Sour Ale brewed with Lime, Pineapple, Blood Orange, & Blackberry. 8% – OH
Hoof Hearted $60 Nachos 6/4/16oz CANS – The legendary DIPA is Back! Citra, Mosaic, El Dorado & NZ Motueka DDH DIPA. 8% ABV – OH
Hoof Hearted Everybody Wants Some NELSON 6/4/16oz CANS – Hazy Single Hop Double IPA with Nelson Sauvin. 8% ABV – OH
Hoof Hearted Rosé Gosé 6/4/16oz CANS – Gose with Himalayan Pink Sea Salt, Coriander, Hibiscus. Feels like some Dirty Dancing is in the Air! 4.2% ABV

TOX BREWING:

Tox Brewing Eel-Ectric Peach Lemonade 6/4/16oz CANS – Light and Refreshing Sour with Peach, Fresh Lemon and a hint of Lemon Zest. Great Patio Refresher! 4.5% ABV – CT
Tox Brewing Ergot 6/4/16oz CANS – Hoppy American Wheat Beer with Coriander and Citrus⁠. 5.2% ABV – CT
Tox Brewing Fugu 6/4/16oz CANS – A superbly drinkable, yet abundantly flavorful IPA. Immensely aromatic and complexly hoppy for its crushable nature, Fugu combines a carefully selected combination of American hops (Citra, Cashmere & El Dorado). Flavors of earthy citrus, papaya, grapefruit, and a subtle note of watermelon all swirl on the pallet with a finishing pop of appropriate bitterness. 6.5% ABV – CT
Tox Brewing Digitox 6/4/16oz CANS – Hoptimally saturated Double IPA with Nelson & Citra. Ramping up the New Zealand and American hop combination. Straw yellow color and pillowy mouthfeel, Digitox exudes big flavors of white wine grape, ripe melon, grapefruit, and berries. 8.5% ABV – CT

Iowa Eats! Moys Food From the Streets! Cedar Rapids, IA

April 11, 2026Leave a comment

It’s been a while since I’ve been able to post about new and exciting restaurants in the area. I’ve found myself frequenting my go to spots, but this past week I was able to finally get to Moys! Food From the Streets and after this visit, this will be added to my go to spots for sure.

Moys (4201 42nd St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA) focuses on Latin American street food and has a stellar lineup of apps, tacos, sandwiches, and more. The menu may look small, but every item packs amazing and fresh flavors. Let’s get into it:

A few apps first. Moys has a terrific HAPPY HOUR from 2-6 Tuesday through Thursday and so we every appetizer on the menu…all three…seriously…turned out to be about 10 bucks for the three of them.

*Guac – chunky, perfect amount of salt, lime, tomato and cilantro. One of the best guacs I’ve ever had and served with what appears to be house made tortilla chips. This will be ordered on every visit.
*Salsa sampler – the pineapple verde was my favorite and if I knew the habanero one wouldn’t light me up all night I would have eaten the whole bowl of that as well. Wonderful combination of fresh salsa, smoky, sweet and tangy. Excellent start!
*Queso Fundido– so damn good. Served with corn tortillas. Chorizo was perfectly spiced and the mix of cheese and peppers with a tortilla filled with caramelized chorizo was terrific.
All in all you can’t go wrong with all three of these and remember that “Happy Hour” deal!

Sandwich time!

*Cubano – One of the best Cuban sandwiches I’ve ever had. Tender pork with ham, pickle, mustard on a freshly toasted baguette. An absolutely phenomenal sandwich and you might as well treat yourself to Moys truffle fries because they are outstanding!
*Birria Grilled cheese – a cheese crusted grilled cheese filled with tasty Birria meat and served with an delicious consomme! This is a must try and might be up there as one of the best sandwiches in Cedar Rapids!

Taco Time!

I forgot to get a picture of the three taco platter, I did get these tasty shrimp tacos! Tasty shrimp with pickled red onion and a jalapeno ranch sauce? with fresh cilantro. I could eat these all day.

OVERALL: Moys is a treasure and I’m very grateful that they have set up a brick and mortar spot in Cedar Rapids. Get there as soon as you can and enjoy their delicious take on Latin American street food. I’ll be back soon!

Abomination, Skygazer, and Tox Brewing coming from Abu Nawas!

March 27, 2026Leave a comment

ABOMINATION BREWING:

Abomination Brewing Juice Monster 6/4/16oz CANS – A crushable 6.8% IPA with Nelson & Citra.⁠ A juicy, hazy, behemoth IPA, perfect for smashing the type of thirst only a monster can handle. 6.8% ABV – CT
Abomination Fog Juice (Key Lime) 6/4/16oz CANS – Double dry-hopped hazy IPA w/ Key Limes. 8% ABV – CT
Abomination Sticky Oven – Peanut Butter, Banana & Marshmallow Pie 6/4/16oz CANS – This Sticky Oven blends smooth brown-ale malt with peanut-butter richness, sweet banana, and soft marshmallow for a bold, bakery-inspired brew. Abomination Brewing is serving dessert. 7% ABV – CT
Abomination Sticky Oven – Shoofly Pie 6/4/16oz CANS – Imperial brown ale with brown sugar, molasses, cinnamon, nutmeg & pie crust. 8% ABV – CT
Abomination Lil’ Foggy 6/4/12oz CANS – Double Dry Hopped IPA with Mosaic, Citra, Pacific Jade, Summit & Nelson Hops. 4.5% ABV – CT
Abomination Everyday Fog STRATA 6/4/16oz CANS – Double Dry Hopped Double IPA w/ STRATA. 7.1% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Crispy Fog 6/4/16oz CANS – Double Dry Hopped Cold IPA 6.7% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Make Sure It’s Dead 6/4/16oz CANS – Smoothie Style – Sour Ale With Soursop, Curuba And Pink Guava. 7.4% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Intergalactic Love 6/4/16oz CANS – Double Dry Hopped IPA with Mosaic, Strata Citra and Galaxy. 7.1% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Wandering into the Fog Moonlit Dark Berry 6/4/16oz CANS – Moonlit Dark Berry Euphoric Hop Liquid Double Dry Hopped DIPA. Here’s to expanding the HOPPY Horizons! 8.6% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Wandering Into The Fog TDH KRUSH 6/4/16oz CANS – DIPA Triple Dry Hopped with Krush Hops. 8.6% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing Night Milk 6/4/16oz CANS – Delicious Vanilla Milk Stout. 7% ABV – CT
Abomination Brewing The Belgian Beast 6/4/16oz CANS – Hazy Double Belgian Ale, brewed With Saison Yeast. 8% ABV – CT

SKYGAZER:

Skygazer Watercolors Margarita 6/4/16oz CANS – Sour Ale with Cherry, Lime. Margarita vibes. . Watercolors Cherry Limeade Margarita is bright, refreshing. 5.5% ABV- CT
Skygazer Apricot Mango Dream 6/4/16oz CANS – Delicious Sour Ale with Apricot & Mango. 4.5% ABV – CT
Skygazer Orange Cherry Supernova 6/4/16oz CANS – Sour ale with Valencia Orange & Cherry. 4.5% ABV – CT
Skygazer Brambleberry Sour 6/4/16oz CANS – A departure from their heavily fruited Watercolors series. Tart Raspberries & Blackberries Sour Ale. 5% ABV – CT
Skygazer Go To’s Raspberry Peach 6/4/16oz CANS – Smoothie style sour ale with Raspberry and Peach. 5.5% ABV – CT
Skygazer Watercolors Fruit Punch 6/4/16oz CANS – Sour Ale brewed with Pineapple, Passion Fruit, Raspberry, & Mango. 5.5% ABV – CT
Skygazer Kiwi Passion Fruit Punch 6/4/12oz CANS – Sour Ale with Real Kiwi & Passionfruit. 5% ABV – CT
Skygazer Summer Shandy 6/4/16oz CANS – Fact: beer + lemonade = joy!⁠ A crusher, that makes you dream for the coming months!⁠ Made with real Lemon Juice. 4.5% ABV – CT
Skygazer Watermelon Strawberry Sour Spritz 6/4/16oz CANS – Sour Ale w/ Watermelon & Strawberry. 4.5% ABV – CT
Skygazer Sour Crusher Mango 6/4/12oz CANS – A super crushable sour ale with Mango! 5% ABV – CT

TOX BREWING:

Tox Brewing Fugu 6/4/16oz CANS – A superbly drinkable, yet abundantly flavorful IPA. Immensely aromatic and complexly hoppy for its crushable nature, Fugu combines a carefully selected combination of American hops (Citra, Cashmere & El Dorado). Flavors of earthy citrus, papaya, grapefruit, and a subtle note of watermelon all swirl on the pallet with a finishing pop of appropriate bitterness. 6.5% ABV – CT
Tox Brewing Ergot 6/4/16oz CANS – Hoppy American Wheat Beer with Coriander and Citrus⁠. 5.2% ABV – CT
Tox Brewing Copperhead 6/4/16oz CANS – Delicious American Amber Ale. 5.8% ABV – CT
Tox Brewing Digitox 6/4/16oz CANS – Hoptimally saturated Double IPA with Nelson & Citra. 8.5% ABV – CT

Fat Orange Cat and Evil Twin NYC coming from Abu Nawas!

March 22, 2026Leave a comment

FAT ORANGE CAT FOC:

Fat Orange Cat FOC Roll Me a Dry One, Cowboy 6/4/16oz CANS – Outstanding Low ABV Dry Stout. 5% ABV
Fat Orange Cat FOC Stay At Home Dad With No Kids 6/4/12oz CANS – New England IPA with Citra, Galaxy and Enigma. 5.9% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Chonky Cat 6/4/16oz CANS – New England Style Double IPA w/ Citra & Mosaic. 8% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC All Cats Are Grey in the Dark 6/4/16oz CANS – FOC Legendary White Stout. A light colored stout with a hint of Coffee and strong notes of both Chocolate and Vanilla. – 7.2% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC You Had Me At Meow 6/4/16oz CANS – New variant of You Had Me! Sour Ale w/ Blood Orange & Goldenberry 5% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Free Kittens 6/4/12oz CANS – Outstanding Non-Alcoholic
Lightly Hopped Pilsner. 0.0% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Baby Kittens 6/4/16oz CANS – Lovely Hazy New England IPA with a tiny hint of sweetness on the nose. Up front we find a relaxed medley of fresh citrus, mangos, and pineapple. It finishes with a hint of pine and invigorating grapefruit with just enough bitterness to cleanse your palate and invite you back for another sip. 6.5% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat Baby Kittens MOTUEKA 6/4/16oz CANS – Baby Kittens with MOTUEKA Hops. Hazy New England IPA. 6.5% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Baby Leprechauns 6/4/16oz CANS –
Session IPA Dry Hopped w/ Citra, Simcoe & Galaxy. 5.9% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Crispy Cat 6/4/16oz CANS – Crisp American Craft Lager. 5.2% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Skipping My 1st Marriage 6/4/16oz CANS – American Amber Ale. 5.2% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat Remove The Beer From The Bottom Of The Ocean 6/4/16oz CANS – Hazy IPA with EUREKA and MOSAIC hops. The combo creates a complex cornucopia of stone fruit and berry flavors but also very earthy and dank. 7.5% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Walkabout Passionfruit Orange Guava 6/4/16oz CANS – Fruited Sour Ale with Passionfruit, Orange and Guava. 5.3% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Walkabout Scorpion Bowl 6/4/16oz CANS – Fruited Sour Ale with Pineapple, Orange, Cherry & Passionfruit. 5.3% ABV – CT
Fat Orange Cat FOC Walkabout PINEAPPLE 6/4/16oz CANS – Fruited Sour Ale with PINEAPPLE. 5.3% ABV – CT

EVIL TWIN NYC:

EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – IS IT TOO EARLY TO GET SPRING FEVER? 24/16oz CANS – We certainly don’t think so. Double dry-hopped with Motueka, Ariana, Comet, & Citra. Notes of subtle flowers, dank juicy oranges, & fresh grass. 7% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – MAKE IT FRUITY CHOCOLATE DIPPED STRAWBERRY 6/4/16oz CANS – Flagship Sour Ale Brewed With Strawberry & Cacao Nibs. 4.5% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – MAKE IT FRUITY MANGO PASSIONFRUIT 4/6/12oz CANS – Flagship Sour Ale. Brewed with mango & passion fruit. 4.5% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – BLUE RASPBERRY 6/4/16oz CANS – Sour IPA with Raspberry. You asked for blue beer; Evil Twin delivers. 6% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – PINK PINEAPPLE 4/6/12oz CANS – Pink Sour IPA. Made with copious amounts of pineapple. Tasting notes of lemon and ripe pineapple. Medium bodied. Tart. 7.0% ABV – NYC
Evil Twin Lemon Meringue 6/4/16oz CANS – Fruited Sour Ale w/ Lemon & Marshmallow. 6% ABV – CT
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – EVEN MORE IRISH JESUS 6/4/16OZ CANS – Irish-Style Dry Stout. 4.7% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – EVEN MORE JESUS 6/4/16oz CANS – Evil Twin OG Imperial Stout – 12% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – IMPERIAL BISCOTTI BREAK 6/4/16oz CANS – Imperial Stout with Almonds, Espresso, Vanilla – 11.5% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – EVEN MORE PULP 24/16oz CANS – Double Dry-Hopped with Mosaic. Notes of whipped OJ, Blueberries & Dank Evergreen. Civil Society Brewing Collab. 8% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – IPA FOR PEOPLE WHO SMELL IN COLOR 6/4/16oz CANS – A Double Dry-Hopped IPA Bursting with Simcoe and Ekuanot Hops. He took it one step further with the addition of Liquid Terpenes for an Extra Deliciously Dank Experience.⁣ 5% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – MIDTOWN DEUX ENERGY J.R.E.A.M 6/4/16oz CANS – Sour Ale Brewed with Soda Syrup and Blue Raspberry Shaved Ice. Needless to say more! 4.8% ABV – NYC – Burley Oak Brewing Collaboration
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – ULTRA EVIL 6/4/16oz CANS – American Light Lager. The perfect prescription of a Hot Day. 4.22% ABV – NYC
EVIL TWIN BREWING NYC – THE ANTI-IPA IS HAVING A MOMENT 6/4/16oz CANS – Rauchbier Smoked Lager. A light and easy-drinking lager with subtle accents of smoke. 5% ABV – NYC

Pipeworks coming from Abu Nawas!

March 9, 2026Leave a comment

PIPEWORKS Easter Bunny Vs. Unicorn 6/4/16oz CANS – Hoppy American-style Barleywine, light wheat malt base with Cryo Amarillo, Mosaic, Simcoe, Centennial and Cascade. 10.6% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Cow Vs. Unicorn 6/4/16oz CANS – Double India Pale Ale with Lactose, Citra, Mosaic, Simcoe, and Amarillo. 8.6% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Infinite Galaxy 6/4/16oz CANS – Outstanding Galaxy Hopped India Pale Ale. 6.5% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Infinite Citra 6/4/16oz CANS – Citra Hopped IPA with citrus hop aroma that just goes on and on and on and on and… well, you get it! INFINITE CITRA 7.0% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Plum Catcher 6/4/16oz CANS – Sakura Wood Aged Sour Plum Ale. Refreshing and sour, this beer is full of bright plum flavor. Moderate acidity balances fruity plum sweetness, and cherry blossom wood character. 4.4% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS $ell Ray Sour – 6/4/16oz CANS – Surprisingly delicious Celery and Celery Seed Sour Ale. Refreshingly tart gose style ale brewed with celery seed, celery juice and salt. Sounds weird but it all works! 4.5% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Overflowing with Motueka 6/4/16oz CANS – A Delicious Pale Ale Overflowing with Motueka Hops. 6% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Equal Magnitudes 6/4/16oz CANS – Double Dry Hopped Oat India Pale Ale with Amarillo and Cryo Amarillo hops. Bold, juicy profile that’s both citrusy and resinous. The soft oat body delivers a plush mouthfeel while the double dry hop keeps bright tropical and orange-citrus aromas front and center. 7% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Heart of Cold 6/4/16oz CANS – India Pale Ale with Rakau, Mosaic, and Amarillo hops. 5.7% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS BEER 6/4/16oz CANS – It is BEER Say no more. An American Lager like the GODS intended! Simple in presentation and taste yet extremely refreshing and crisp lager brewed with slight corn sweetness. Well balanced and super crushable. 4.4% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Mini Unicorn 6/4/16oz CANS – IPA with Citra, Simcoe, Amarillo, and Mosaic hops. Refreshing lower ABV version of our famed Ninja vs Unicorn, this beer takes everything wonderful about NvU and makes for an easy drinking citrus and pine forward IPA. 5% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Ninja vs Unicorn 6/4/16oz CANS – Double India Pale Ale. Hoppy Dry classic west coast style IPA with a light IBU bitterness and a strong citrus and dank hoppiness. Brewed with over five pounds of hops per barrel, this unfiltered double IPA is sure to please the most discerning hop lover. Whether you’re rooting for the mythical horned horse or the deadly assassin of the east, we hope you’ll enjoy Ninja Vs. Unicorn. 8% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Lizard King 6/4/16oz CANS – Mosaic Hopped Pale Ale. Light, crisp and refreshing. Mosaic hops make for one tropical, citrusy, and piney pale that gets our mojo risin’ 6% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Blood of the Unicorn 6/4/16oz CANS – Hoppy Red Ale. Tastes of Hoppy, Berry, Citrus, Touch of malt sweetness. In this epic battle, the Blood of the Unicorn has been shed by the sword of the deadly assassin of the east. One sip of this aggressively hopped red ale clearly reveals what drives these, the greatest of, hop heads of lore. Is this the end of the mythical horned horse? Or will he rise like the phoenix to fight another day? 6.5% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Premium Pilsner 6/4/16oz CANS – Pilsner Style Lager. Floral, clean lager profile with gentle bitterness, 100% German Malt. 4.9% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Barrel Aged Hyper Dog 12/1/16oz CANS – Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Milk Stout with Coffee, Cacao Nibs, and Vanilla Beans. Rich and full bodied milk chocolate stout with coffee aged in bourbon barrels developing a strong oak and bourbon character and a warming finish. 13.5% ABV – IL
PIPEWORKS Barrel Aged Last Kiss 12/1/16oz CANS – Wee Heavy Style Ale with Vanilla and Fenugreek. Aged in Bourbon Barrels and Maple Syrup Barrels. Intense notes of maple and toffee dominate along with oak and rich warming bourbon character. This is a true sipper! 15.7% ABV – IL

Phase Three beers coming from Abu Nawas!

February 22, 2026Leave a comment

Phase Three Polotmavy – Czech Amber Lager 6/4/16oz CANS – Translating to “half-dark,” this Czech-Style Amber Lager showcases a beautifully balanced profile. Herbal hop notes complement layers of baked bread and graham cracker from a blend of specialty malts, all coming together in its signature amber hue. 4.7% – IL
Phase Three Lager 4/6/12oz CANS – Pale Lager. A crisp, refreshing pale lager brewed with Midwest-malted barley and American hops. Cold-fermented for a smooth profile, P3 Lager features a soft malt backbone and a clean, easy-drinking finish. 5% – IL
Phase Three Dark Czech Lager 6/4/16oz CANS – One of our favorite seasonal lagers. Czech and Bohemian-grown malts, traditional Czech lager yeast, a touch of Czech Saaz hops, and a long eight weeks spent cold conditioning in our horizontal lagering tanks provide lightly roasted herbal baker’s chocolate notes. 5.3% ABV – IL
Phase Three Pixel 6/4/16oz CANS – Flagship Hazy IPA with 100% Citra. Notes of Lime Peel, Passionfruit, and Pulpy Grapefruit. 6.5% ABV – IL
Phase Three Swells 6/4/16oz CANS – Core Flagship West Coast IPA. Swells is an American IPA. Bright gold and perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness. 6.5% – IL
Phase Three The Knot 6/4/16oz CANS – Irish Red Ale. Built on toasty malts with a splash of roasted barley for color and depth, The Knot delivers classic Irish Red character. Malty but never sweet, clean, balanced, and brewed for effortless pint-after-pint drinkin’. 5% ABV – IL
Phase Three Lost in the Moment 6/4/16oz CANS – American IPA. Crisp, bright, and hop-forward, this modern American IPA leans West Coast. Citra, Amarillo, and Mosaic bring grapefruit, orange peel, and tropical fruit, with hints of pine and resin, finishing clean with a lingering, refreshing bitterness. 6.6% ABV – IL
Phase Three Gravlax 6/4/16oz CANS – Hazy DIPA. Gravlax is a saturated, hop-forward Double IPA bursting with tropical fruit, bright citrus, and a touch of resinous depth. Double dry-hopped for bold aromatics, it delivers juicy character on a plush, pillowy body with a smooth, balanced finish. 7.8% ABV – IL
Phase Three X Other Half – Double Pixel Daydream 6/4/16oz CANS – Double Dry-Hopped Oat Cream Hazy Double IPA crafted in collaboration with our good friends at Other Half Brewing. Featuring Motueka, Citra, and Nelson Sauvin hops, this beer imparts notes of delicate zesty lime, tropical citrus juice, and refined vinous white grape that float on the extra soft & creamy mouthfeel provided by plenty of oats & a splash of milk sugar for a super dreamy hazy. 7.8% ABV – IL