Tonight: Sandy Relief Beer Release Party at 61 Local, Plus The Eight Best Beers from Long Island
Bulkhead Red, Barrier Brewing
I suppose it makes sense to start with these guys (kudos to them for chipping in as well; remember, they’re not the only ones who stand to benefit from all this). Barrier’s known for producing an absurd amount of beers across countless styles, but my favorite of theirs is among their most straightforward. Bulkhead Red is a super citrusy, hop-forward red ale with pleasant hints of caramel providing a nice base. If they ever bite the bullet and decide on a flagship beer, this one would get my vote.