Had my dad and my friend Louis over the other night, and we did some impromptu beer tasting.
To be honest, I debated whether or not to post this video, because it’s a bit long, and I was more than a bit buzzed, but decided what the hell. I’ll take my criticism like a man. 
So here’s Boulder’s Obovoid Empirical Stout:
BeerGenius – Obovoid Empirical Stout from Jameson Huckaba on Vimeo.
The Breakdown:
- Originality within style (18): An easy-drinking stout with a nice, subtle earthy quality from being aged on oak
- Nose (17): Classic notes of roasted malt, caramel, coffee
- Mouthfeel (17): Full and viscous, this one is delicious.
- Character (17): Not terribly exciting, but subtle in its moves. This one is the polished nerd, not the frat boy.
- Overall Quality (18): This beer was clearly put together with some care. Excellent quality of ingredients.
- Total (87): An excellent, easy-drinking stout for the everyman – a great alternative to other gnarly oatmeal stouts.
Beer: Obovoid Empirical Stout
ABV: 6.8% ABV
Brewer: Boulder Beer Company, Boulder, CO
Availability: 30+ States. Sorry if yours isn’t included.
Reviewed by: Jameson Huckaba (twitter: @jamesonhuckaba)
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Fantastic review. I was chuckling throughout parts of it, especially re: the casserole. Andy and Louie provided an excellent dynamic and I say there’s nothing wrong with a review that embraces the essential elements of beer enjoyment: good beer and good company.
Ryan,
Thanks for the feedback!
Loved seeing guests participate with the review. Good stuff!