Jdubs

My beer guy got a screaming deal on these ($5) and asked if I wanted to try one. Barleywine is something completely different for me, but I know Jackie O's makes some great stouts so why not? It pours a rich brown color, foam head disappears quickly and smells of fruit and smoke. No mistaking this is bourbon barrel-aged! Taste follows the nose and adds a sweet caramel note too; finishes smooth and somewhat smokey. I wouldn't know how this 11.5% brew compares to other barleywines, but I can dig it.

I wouldn't want to set up any unrealistic expectations for swamp or anyone else, but I was not as muscular as that pic you posted. For me, I had leaned out considerably and had a noticeable 6 pack again. My waist size dropped from 40" to 33" and my weight dropped from 198 lbs to 158.2 lbs in 6 months. Weight training added muscle, but it didn't turn me into a beefcake like moog. And I did this in my 40's. There were a million of the usual excuses to quit. But I didn't. I set monthly goals and wrote down everything from goals to meals and nutrition info to workouts. Over time it worked and I see no reason why others couldn't reach their own realistic goals without resorting to crash diets or other hardcore methods. Figure out your reason "why" and then go see what's possible.

The coconut oil (virgin or extra virgin), cinnamon and hot sauce all stimulate fat burning. The caffeine in coffee increases heart rate which also leads to fat burning and alertness. I drink coffee out of habit anyway, but see that most pre-workout products have caffeine as an ingredient. The coconut oil would appear to have multiple benefits. I used to add a teaspoon to my first cup of coffee in the morning. To what degree this impacted my overall fat loss, I couldn't say for sure. Anyway, this is just one of many articles about the benefits: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-10-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coconut-oil By the way, I dropped my body fat from the upper 20's to 7% in 6 months. This wasn't a goal when I first started, but just happened as a result of being consistent.

Good luck! I once shed 40 lbs over 6 months and know it takes a solid commitment. However, once you get into the habit of eating right and exercising, it's actually kind of easy. Here's a few things that worked for me that might help you out. 1. Cut out sugar and most sugar substitutes. This was probably the single most important change that I made. You can satisfy your sweet tooth with fruits and real honey instead. 2. Get regular exercise. 3-4 days per week is all you need. You don't need to kill yourself in a gym; just find something you enjoy that increases your heart rate. Cardio is good for weight loss, but adding muscle burns fat faster so incorporate some kind of resistance training if you can. 3. Eat a lot! Yes, you read that right. But fill up on good stuff at meal times. Go heavy with protein, but don't forget the carbs and veggies. I eat a ton of grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, beans, brown rice, protein pasta, wild Atlantic salmon, peanut butter, protein bread, eggs, brocolli and bananas. I have a protein bar (gotta watch the sugar content on those) or shake daily. If you eat 6 times a day, that's 42 meals per week. Take 2 "cheat" meals per week and eat whatever you want. Your body will thank you for it. 4. Set reasonable short-term goals (monthly) and long-term goals (90, 180 days). Write everything down in a journal and track your progress. At the end of each day, give yourself a 'win' or 'loss'. Aim for a 90% win percentage and you'll do great. Some other things I did that had some cumulative affect included drinking black coffee daily (no way I was giving up coffee, but I ditched the sweetened creamers), taking a tsp of coconut oil daily, using cinnamon on my oatmeal and high protein yogurt and seasoning my eggs and rice with hot sauce. I also didn't drink much beer or wine during that 6 months. Anyway, these are some of the main things that helped me back then and have remained habits to this day. Anything is possible if you set your mind to it.

First time trying this Sante Fe chicken in the crock pot. Whole house smells like a Mexican kitchen and Holy smokes does it taste good!

Very smooth for a 13% stout that blends in chili peppers. Should pair well with the Sante Fe chicken I have going in the crock pot.

Are you going to hit for the cycle today?

I'll be interested in hearing which deconstructed version you like the best.

A little something while I wait.

Self pour?

Great brew.

Barrel-aged and chill.

That is a beautiful sight right there!

Cellar beer from 2017? I haven't seen it this year. That 18% wastes no time introducing itself!

The Bomb! has coffee in it so technically you're right!

Went out of the way to get my favorite reuben for lunch. I've tried to duplicate this at home, but can't do it. Takes as good as it looks.

Sweet baby Jesus that lobster mac looks amazing!

I will let you know soon!

As much as I love peanut butter, this was disappointing. Only the faintest of PB smell or flavor and too malty for my tastes. Thumbs down, but it is Friday and a better beer will be poured soon. Cheers!

Found these two gems and decided they needed a good home.

Happy Birthday!

Great indeed. This is my favorite every day imperial stout.

Happy Birthday!

Good stout for washing down the Christmas cookies.

Your liver is my hero!