The world of
microbrews allow many treats for the seasoned drinker from coast to coast. There are the hearty, complex tastes of micro brews from the North East. There are the drinks of the south that allow a true drinker to spend an entire afternoon doing nothing but sipping and reminiscing about the days of
yester-year. There are the brews of the West that allow a drinker to relax and forget the stresses of the day, and magically transport him or her to the feeling of summer, and naturally, a pure state of inebriation.
Although microbrews are always a treat, no matter what season it is, the fact that it is summer has influenced the drinking choices of this writer. I'm a college student without much of a disposable income, therefore, on paper the idea of microbrews are fantastic, and on the occasion I have money to spend, I'll indulge and buy a cheap local beer. Part of the appeal is lost however, due to the fact that microbrews are not a drink one should half-ass. Therefore, until I have money, I have turned to an old standby that to me symbolizes any summer spent in a major city. I am of course talking about the wonderful world of malt-liquor which one can drink from a glass bottle known as a 40. To me, the 40 transports the drinker to times spent on various stoops with a grill going, good friends laughing, and usually a soundtrack including all of your favorite early 90's rappers. For anyone who has never experienced said situation, I extend my sincerest apologies, and I recommend calling up that friend from college who lives in a city, and of course making a visit. Perhaps bring one of the local malts.
A 40 of malt-liquor can be sampled very much like the microbrews of a given region. There are hundreds of different brands in every region across the country. The joy of this beverage is one can get a very decent amount of alcohol, for a very cheap price. This fact has led a majority of the population to stereotype the drinkers of 40s into the homeless, college students, and people falling below the poverty line. Although there is a stigma surrounding my drink of choice, I will show that by the end of the summer that 40s are a drink that deserve to be enjoyed. In my next post, I'll be reviewing an old favorite known as Mickey's. Until then, enjoy your libations.
