McSorley's Ale -- McSorley's Brewery (New York, NY / Wilkes-Barre, PA)
McSorley's Ale House is one of the contenders for the oldest bar in New York City, and a place of some repute for many reasons. One of the more positive reasons is that they serve exactly two beers -- "light ale" and "dark ale." And I'm guessing that this bottled version is the dark ale. As a side note, the actual brewing of McSorley's started as a neighborhood affair but has passed hands through various, increasingly larger shops until falling into the hands of Pabst Brewing (whose broad ownership of regional brands is a story for another time).
Characteristics: Warm copper color, medium carbonation and minimal head, light body, with smooth malty flavors throughout that end a little on the sugary side.
Minor Gripes: There's not really much of a "there" there. Seriously, McSorley's is fine going down but not entirely memorable after the fact.
Bottom Line: McSorley's Ale is a fine choice for those on the Killian's side of the Irish red/amber spectrum (as opposed to the Smithwick's, more heavily hopped, end). I wouldn't go out of my way for it, but I won't run from it, either
Rating: 5.5 / 10
Where can I buy McSorleys Black and Tan Beer in the Monmouth or Ocean counties in New Jersey?
Good question... I'm really not an expert on where to purchase any beers. Even the beers I find and review are "here today, gone tomorrow" in many cases.
My fiance and I love your pub in New York City. We've been to the McSorley's in Fort Lauderdale, not the same atmosphere but always the great beer.
We have found your bottled beer in Naples New York and were wondering if you distributed anywhere in Palm Beach County Florida?
There are a lot of New Yorkers here in Florida and you may do well by selling your beer here.
Think about it, if you have two fans, I'm sure you have a whole lot more.
Thanks for your time,
Vanessa
Thanks -- but I have absolutely nothing to do with McSorley's Pub. I simply purchased a six-pack one time from a corner grocery in Manhattan and chose to write about the beverage. Sorry I can't help any further...