Well how cool is this...?

Last night at the pub, Steve Dresler made a two hour appearance. Who is Steve Dresler you might ask? Steve is the Brewmaster at Sierra Nevada brewing out in Chico CA and he was tapping this years Celebration ale. Celebration is a little more "hoppy" than their pale ale with mild oak nuances and a little spice.
Sierra Nevada's Pale Ale is my benchmark IPA that I judge all IPA's against so to have him there was really very cool. My boss then gave me the nod to receive the second pint of the new offering. The first Steve D sipped himself, the second he poured and gave to me for a toast and taste. A good night for me...