OK, on with things that truly make me happy. We can consider this a modification of the into. I hold certain beliefs that go against mainstream ( OK, I hold a lot of beliefs against mainstream) and this is one that troubles me some.
I will admit it wholly and true heartily. I love PBR's.
Yes, I am referring to that 12oz can of splendor that you can get for half a dollar. That antiquity that your Grandfather sipped, that his father sipped. The wonder that comes in that all patriotic red, white and blue can. It has graced our presence since 1844 and unfortunately we have all turned our backs on it, as if because Grandpops drank it it can't be good. The all consuming attitude that I will NOT drink the same stuff that old fuddy duddy did. The guy who wore checkered slacks up to his man boobs.
Well, let me correct you.
I am not sure if its the arrogance of NOT following in our ancestors steps or our ignorance that comes from the mass media that holds its sway over us. After all we are talking about a simple lager here. (OK, lagering isn't completely simple but bear with me) and I will only submit a couple of arguments here.
First. How many of you drink that other swill that claims it is the Aristocracy of beer?
My answer? Too many of you.
If you really think you are drinking a true, good quality American beverage, than whats with the rice? Because it adds flavor? ummm, last time I checked, that box of white rice that comes with my chicken Lo Mein is rather dull and boring. So what can it be...oh wait. Its cheap! Yet it costs between 40-50% more than my choice. Now I'm not saying you are a sucker for advertising but if the shoe fits.....
Second. There is a trend in the beer world to offer us a beer from a foreign land that has been brewing their lager for such a long time, it must be good. And with that comes a price tag that's probably 150% more that our homeland favorite. I will not say their beer is bad but in our current economic situation, I'll take he savings.
So, with my brief moment up on the soap box coming to a close, I urge you all to give this Blue Ribbon beer a fair shot. The money they save you may not buy them that $2 million spot during the Super Game (can't call it by name, they sue you for that(How Pathetic)) but the money you save will help pay for those NY strips you'll be enjoying at half time.
Better yet, listen to your Grandpops, he did know what he was talking about. ( I mean with the beer not the pants)
