Big Buck Brewery

After trying to visit two other locations we found success in seeking a Big Buck Brewery in Gaylor, MI. This very tourist oriented brewery features house tabs and a few other selections. You can guess that we stuck with the craft beers. The friendly service and yummy grub warmed us up for a fun evening. This visit was a little different then most since we all stuck to the same tab. I truly enjoyed the Raspberry Wheat, a great summer heff. The slight tart of the raspberry cut the sweet dirty wheat. I had my fill and would come back for more, I hope this is a seasonal would be a little out of place in winter. Josh bellied up for the Old Ale, a non traditional IPA. This is follows that trend to mix and cut IPA with other flavors to lighten the bitter taste. We had a special guest with us, a tour friend Robert, he was a little more adventurous trying the Farmhouse and Buck Naked Light. After sampling both he preferred the smooth flavor of the Farmhouse. The brewery has recently installed a distillery and will be unveiling a series of flavored vodkas in mid summer. I look forward to see how they do. All and all I will return!!!!

Elevator Brewery - Downtown Columbus, OH

Just a few steps from the Convention Center is one of the larger micros in Columbus, Elevator Brewery. This local gem supplies many of the area restaurants, like Schmidt's. They have twelve brews on tap, one is a monthly rotating seasonal. I had the Heifer-wiezen, big surprise here, it had a very distinct banana flavor with a lighter taste. Josh took on the IPA and was very impressed by the full flavor and richness of the finish.

We actually visited here twice and would love to eat dinner there again.