Top 10 Beers of the World

I am fortunate enough to have lived and traveled to many different places in the world.  Everywhere I go, I am always open to try new foods and drinks.  Here is a list of my top ten favorite beers of the world.  Let me know what you think.  I hope you enjoy.

1. Mac and Jack's African Amber (America)

   I first sampled this beer at a special event called 'Zoobalee' in the Point Defiance Zoo, Point Defiance, Wa.  It is a very solid amber that can be found in Oregon and Washington.  The appearance, smell, and taste combine to make delightful beer that goes down easy.

2. Paulaner Hefeweizen (Germany) 

   I first tasted this beer in a Paulaner beer tent, at Volksfest, in Grafenwoer, Germany.  Most Hefe's are too sour and heavy for me, but Paulaner makes a light hefe, that is more sweet than most.

3. Beamish Stout (Ireland) 

   Guiness has ruled the beer kingdom of Ireland for a long time, but that may be coming to an end soon.  While I do still like Guiness, Beamish Stout is just too good to leave off my top ten list.  This is a very dense, slow drinking beer.  It has a chocolaty taste, and is a breath of fresh air for you Guiness drinkers.

4. Negro Modelo (Mexico)
   

   Ahh, Clearwater Beach, Sun, Sand, Bikinis, and a Negro Modelo... Life doesn't get much better than that.  Negro Modelo is a dark reddish, clean tasting beer with a caramel aftertaste.  After trying one of these complex bottles of happiness, you'll be hard pressed to go back to your plain 'ole Corona.

5. Land Shark (America)
   

   Ok, I have to admit some bias here.  This is a Jimmy Buffet original, brewed by the Margaritaville Brewing Co., and I am definitely a parrot head.  I love Buffet's songs, I love the Margaritaville restaurant, and I love Land Shark.  Land Shark is a light beer, with a hint of tequila and lime.  The only problem with this beer is that they are hard to find unless you live in Florida, or close to a Margaritaville restaurant.

6. Mississippi Mud (America) 

   Here is one try for you 'black and tan' lovers.  Just keep in mind that this is not a traditional 'black and tan' beer.  It is a dark, but not too dark, mixture of English Porter and Continental Pilsner.  Mississippi Mud has a nutty, smokey taste, and a great after taste.  It comes in a brown jug with faux shrink wrap to give the appearance of an old moonshine jug.  Definately one of the best looking and tasting beers around.

7. AleSmith IPA (America) 

   Most India Pale Ale's come from England, but the one to make my top ten list comes from California.  This is a very attractive looking, golden amber beer.  AleSmith has very strong hops, and a smooth crisp taste like all IPA's should have.  It goes down easy, and is light on the stomach, so you can enjoy this beer with dinner, or all night long.

8. Duvel (Belgium) 

   This is a strong ale from Belgium.  If you like lots of carbonation in your beer, this one is for you.  Duvel has champagne-like carbonation, and a citrus aroma.  It is very pale, and has a sharp taste that is extremely satisfying.

9. Ayinger Dunkelweizen (Germany) 

   Dunkelweizen is one of my favorite styles of beer, and Ayinger makes my favorite dunkel.  It is a dark red-brown beer with a very dominant taste that will have your taste buds screaming for more.  It also has a surprisingly sweet aftertaste.  Ayinger Dunkel is a must try for dark beer lovers.

10. Baltika 6 Porter (Russia)

    This is a very dark, almost black, beer with a creamy head.  It has a sweet smell, and chocolaty taste.  A bit heavy, but smooth nonetheless.  Baltika 6 Porter is a great winter beer.