The Yuengling Brewery began in 1829 when David G. Yuengling arrived from Wuerttemberg, Germany. It is America’s oldest brewery and has been making various styles nearly the whole time. The Black & Tan was introduced in 1986 and it models a traditional English Half & Half. Channel Dad Bryon Lape tries the canned version. He does pour it into a glass first.
Across the ocean in Ireland, the term “Black and Tan” has a very different meaning, so they prefer to call this a “Half and Half”. There does seem to be some contention on whether the mixture should be a Harp Lager and a Guinness Stout or mixing the stout with a Base Ale.
Channel Dad is not the only title Bryon Lape has. Many call him a Beer Nerd and several call him Beer Snob. He has taken the title Beer Snob during reviews of other beverages. How well does Beer Snob Bryon Lape roll off the tongue?
When people think craft beer, many do not think about Yuengling. It may be the oldest brewery and be located in sleepy Pottsville, Pennsylvania, but is a craft brewery. This is a craft beer review.
They make more than just the Yuengling traditional lager. Yuengling make many different styles, many of them as summertime refreshing beverages. Of all the different styles Yuengling makes, what is your favorite?
Have you tried Yuengling Black & Tan?