Smithwicks?

[Cheesefood]

I just tried my first Smithwicks last night. Is it supposed to be so smokey? I don't know if it's just old or what, but the smoke flavor isn't too bad. Kind of smooth and mellow.

Tonight's entre is another Goose Island 312 Urban Wheat Ale.

 

[Rhoobarb]

Was it on tap or in bottles?

I've never had it in bottles, only on tap. I first had it at an Irish Pub, O'Sullivan's out here in Plainfield, long before you could get it in bottles. I really liked it - smooth, well balanced - an nice quaffable ale that even a Bud drinker could enjoy! Whenever I go there, that or Guinness is what I order. I've never noticed any smokiness. And I've been at that pub in the afternoon, long before any smokers populate the place.