Hot off the presses from Esquire (yes, really):http://www.esquire.com/the-side/food-and-drink/best-spring-beers-040811?src=nl&mag=esq&list=nl_enl_fdr_non_041111_spring-beers&kw=ist#fbIndex1
It’s a Top 6 list that contains the typical summer seasonal beers made with citrus fruits or herbs like coriander, but does have some interesting choices that are ”outside the traditional summer ale box” (i.e. summer shandy or wheat beer with orange slice – not to name any names). Personally, we’re stoked to try the Flying Dog Backyard Ale, Moylan’s Orange & Black, and Souther Tier Hop Sun asap.
For those on their maiden voyage to the craft beer frontier, spring or summer beers are traditionally beers that are considered “refreshing” – light, crisp beers with floral, grassy, fruity, or “clean” notes. Traditionally they are less malty, more hoppy, and leave the beer drinker less full after a session. The smoky/spiciness of BBQ and grilled meats often pairs well with these types of beers.
If you live in any of the Great Lakes states, you should have no problem finding these beers. If you live in the Chicagoland area specifically, the majority of these beers can be found on the shelves at Binny’s.
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