COOP Ale Works — Ice Chest IPA While it’s warm most days, it’s not quite nice enough outside to go floating the rivers just yet, but COOP’s Ice Chest IPA is especially cruel on the days when the wind bites. An IPA with less sting than January gusts at 30 IBUs, it goes down easy […]
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Holiday cheers
Though the recent T-shirt weather belies the fact that it’s December, we’re just weeks away from the official beginning of winter, which means it’s time to finish off the Märzen stragglers in the fridge and replace them with stouts, porters and other heavy, rich beers. Most of these fall towards the stronger side since it’s […]
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Oktoberfest beer review
Even though the weather doesn’t reflect it yet, it’s Oklahoma’s climatological autumn. In other words, Oktoberfest season. The Märzen, or March beer, is the seasonal standard. Rich in malt rather than hops, these beers — sometimes referred to in style as “festbiers” — tend towards the sweeter side. While three of these offerings are repeats […]
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Sizzling Sours
With all the breweries around the state, it’s hard to stay on top of all the new permanent releases, much less the seasonal selections. Fortunately, we’ve done at least some of the work for you, focusing on a handful of sours and fruited beers (yes, cucumbers are a fruit) available from Oklahoma brewers this summer. […]
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Summer Seltzer
With seltzer revenue reportedly reaching more than $4 billion in 2020, Sonic Corp. and COOP Ale Works have entered the arena, releasing their line. With its 5 percent alcohol by volume and single gram of sugar per can, this line will please the seltzer consumer and instill a little hometown pride. Comparably priced to other […]
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Fall Guide: Oktoberfest Beer
Forget pumpkin spice. It’s Oktoberfest season, and Oklahoma’s craft brewers have stepped up to the plate with their rendition of the seasonal lager. The Märzen, or March beer, is known for being malty and rich. The remaining bottles were traditionally served during Oktoberfest in Bavaria, which begins mid-September. Coop — OKtoberfest Coop has been brewing […]
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Alcoholmanac: Stockyards Saloon
McClintock Saloon & Chop House 2227 Exchange Ave. mcclintocksaloon.com 405-232-0151 What works: The fresh sauce with shrimp cocktail and gravy with chicken-fried steak are highlights. What needs work: The steak is cooked to-order but benefits from sauce additions. Tip: Don’t ring the bell unless you’re in a giving mood. The 50-foot solid oak bar underneath […]
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Bayou best
Magnolia Bistro 722 N. Broadway Ave., Suite 100 magnoliabistro405.com 405-673-7550 What works: The étouffée and gumbo have depth of flavor, and the jalapeño cornbread is unique and tasty. What needs work: The shrimp and grits need more acidity. Tip: It’s only open for lunch Monday-Friday. In a corner restaurant in Automobile Alley that’s only open […]
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Poseidon adventure
Poe Bouyz House 3500 Interstate 35 Service Road instagram.com/poebouyzhouse 405-458-0556 What works:The bread used for its titular sandwiches has a crunchy exterior and pillowy-soft interior. What needs work:The gumbo misses the opportunity for added flavor, and the sandwich was dry. Tip:The restaurant is closed Sundays and Mondays. The most interesting-looking restaurant in Oklahoma City is […]
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BBQ showcase
George’s Happy Hog Bar-B-Q 712 Culbertson Drive 405-525-8111 Cornish Smokehouse 801 SW 119th St. cornishsmokehouse.com 405-703-1300 What works: Sides at George’s live up to superlative menu descriptions, and jerk sauce at Cornish Smokehouse has heat that grows. What needs work: The spicy barbecue sauce at George’s is too acidic while the menu at Cornish can […]