I just received word today that the Otherside in Boston is closing. I discovered how awesome the Otherside is, when Page brought me there three or four years ago, I took for granted that it would be there forever. Living in Boulder I have the Mountain Sun, when I go to Boston I have the Otherside.

My sadness cannot be conveyed appropriately in a blog post. I will really miss the staff and people of my favorite beer spot in Boston. The Boston beer community is losing a true landmark.

At least  I will have time to get one more visit this year before they close their doors.

Cheers,

Tom

More info from the Otherside GM:

http://beeradvocate.com/forum/read/4223878#4223982

posted by The Editor

The answer is YES! There is always room for a delicious porter, especially if it comes from the Brewmasters over at Ossipee Brewhouse in Somerville, MA.

During my recent visit to the almost-famous Brewhouse I was treated to a new brew. The Awesipporter created by the Somerville Beer Artisan, Jack K. The Awesipporter was a lovely and not too complicated porter. I believe most brewers these days are going a little overboard with their porters. Jack has gone back to a classic style of this tasty porter. It is a beautifully crafted porter, with subtle nutty, chocolaty undertones. The Awesipporter is a simple and delicious porter, and I didn’t feel this brew was overpowered with spices, which leaves a clean dry porter. I’m glad Jack did not create this as a “smoked” porter, those easily get out of control. Ossipee Brewhouse brings the porter back to its roots.

As with all Ossipee Brewhouse offerings, this beer cannot be  purchased. You must go to the brewhouse and sample it on premises.

posted by The Editor