Always a great day when you find a hidden gem while on vacation. Ed was just down in the Tampa area last week for a separate bachelor party Spring Training trip and got a hold of Florida Cracker by Cigar City. I am down there this week. Not only did we find an old favorite in Cigar City Maduro, but I found the bright green can with neon pink writing of Jai Alai. Really good taste. Not overly hoppy, but good balance of sweetness and hoppiness for a 7.5% abv. (Though 3 of these guys on an empty stomach and in a parking lot leaves you a bit loopy for a noon baseball game.)
I also stumbled upon a sixer of Florida Cracker and Hotter Than Helles, but with it being my second to last day, I knew I could choose only one. I had to take Florida Cracker, knowing it would make a better beach beer. The toughest of vacation choices. It was heavenly. The corriander really comes through, making it interesting and drinkable. At 5%, I could have a couple of them and still be good to function in the sun. Best of all, I had enough room in my luggage to sneak one of each can home. I even got to taste some Oak Aged Jai Alai at the airport on Saint Party's day before departure. Thank you Tampa International Airport.
This made a pleasant trip, since last time I came up short at the Publix and Sweet Bay grocery stores I was able to get at on our infrequent stops.
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