Dan cracks another from Back Home Beer, this time a fruited, hazy IPA named Homeland with sumac and apple cider in the mix.
Back Home Beer Yalda Queen II (https://backhomebeer.com/)
STYLE: Fruited IPA
INGREDIENTS: Sumac, apple cider
ABV: 6.5%
IBU: N/A
AVAILABILITY: 12 oz cans/draft (Limited)
Stats above taken from the packaging/website/Untappd.
Appearance
Hazy, light/burnt yellow-orange with a white, foamy head and some lacing on the glass.
Aroma
Apple skin hits first, followed by some sweet apple fruit and tartness from the sumac, and a little citrus/lime zest.
Taste
The apple skin, fruit, and juice hitting first, with the malt bill coming after.
Mouthfeel
Fairly dry, with soft carbonation and light to medium mouthfeel.
Overall
This one was very intriguing, as it balanced the line between a hazy IPA and a fruit beer. Pairing-wise, I was feeling a nut-crusted fish or a lighter meat that would complement the fruit and hop profile.
Cheers and remember:
Life’s a tap…drink up ’til it’s dry.
All music on this show came to us from the now defunct Music Alley.
Intro: “Meet Me At The Bar” by The Beer Drinking Fools
(http://www.beerdrinkingfools.org/)Outtro: “Bubblegum and Beer” by The Supersuckers (http://supersuckers.com/)
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2 Oct 2026
Episode #464: Yalda Queen II
Another brew from Back Home Beer? YES, PLEASE! Yalda Queen II comes in with watermelon and sumac to enhance this American Lager.
Back Home Beer Yalda Queen II (https://backhomebeer.com/)
STYLE: American Lager (Fruited)
INGREDIENTS: Watermelon, sumac
ABV: 5.5%
IBU: N/A
AVAILABILITY: 12 oz cans/draft (Limited)
Stats above taken from the packaging/website/Untappd.
Appearance
Medium gold with a little chill haze out of the fridge, with a white, pillowy/foamy head.
Aroma
Sumac hits first with some wafts of tartness followed by watermelon juice.
Taste
Sweet watermelon fruit, a hint of tartness from the sumac, and balanced marriage of both worlds.
Mouthfeel
Lighter in body…dry, crisp, and refreshing with soft carbonation.
Overall
As I mentioned, I generally will pick up some of anything I see in the case from Back Home. I can’t wait until they find their space, as the plans they have truly embrace their community-driven values. Pairing-wise, this could go with a great many of lighter foods, such as rice-based dishes, some tagine entrees, and more.
Cheers and remember:
Life’s a tap…drink up ’til it’s dry.
All music on this show came to us from the now defunct Music Alley.
Intro: “Meet Me At The Bar” by The Beer Drinking Fools
(http://www.beerdrinkingfools.org/)Outtro: “Bubblegum and Beer” by The Supersuckers (http://supersuckers.com/)
The post Episode #464: Yalda Queen II (https://www.lifeontap.com/episode-464-yalda-queen-ii/) appeared first on Life On Tap (https://www.lifeontap.com).
25 Sept 2026
Episode #463: Again & Again
Dan loves that Oxbow continues to carry the torch for Brett and table beers, such as Again & Again: refreshing AND full-flavored.
Oxbow Brewing Company Again & Again (https://oxbowbeer.com/)
STYLE: Table Beer
ABV: 3.5%
IBU: N/A
AVAILABILITY: 12 oz cans/draft (Limited)
Stats above taken from the packaging/website/Untappd.
Appearance
A little hazy, straw yellow in color, some lacing, and a white, foamy head.
Aroma
Citrus, lemon zest, and grass on the nose.
Taste
Zest continues first, with the grassiness coming in on the mid-palate to mix with some hints of tropical fruit notes and a hint of acidity with touch of hop bitterness on the finish.
Mouthfeel
Light-bodied, refreshing and moderately dry with foamy carbonation.
Overall
Table beers and Brett beers are not as in fashion, so I am glad that I have access to Oxbow and others who are carrying this delicious torch. Pairing-wise, I felt that this beer was so enjoyable and full of flavor on its own, but r chèvre and lighter dishes with a fresh or light spice elements.
Cheers and remember:
Life’s a tap…drink up ’til it’s dry.
All music on this show came to us from the now defunct Music Alley.
Intro: “Meet Me At The Bar” by The Beer Drinking Fools
(http://www.beerdrinkingfools.org/)Outtro: “Bubblegum and Beer” by The Supersuckers (http://supersuckers.com/)
The post Episode #463: Again & Again (https://www.lifeontap.com/episode-463-again-again/) appeared first on Life On Tap (https://www.lifeontap.com).
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