In no particular order... 

The Cardinal Flanders - 

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 “Mraz Brewing Company’s ‘The Cardinal’ Flanders Red Ale is a Belgian amber brewed with cherries…sort of like a beer version of a cherry Coke. Slightly sweet (which you’d expect), but not overly so. It’s not one you’re going to guzzle three or four of, but perfect for sipping.” 

“Placerville Brewing Company’s Strong Blonde is often my standard, but the friendly bartenders are always down to mix it up and create different combinations. My favorite is what I have coined a ‘Blonde Pumpkin,’ which is half Strong Blonde and half Pumpkin Ale.” 

“EDH Brewing Company’s Grapefruit IPA is a really solid IPA—heavily hopped with subtle citrus flavors—and they also serve up some tasty, no-frills pub grub. Paired with a side of darts, cornhole and complimentary popcorn, this new brewery on the block is my new fav.” 

“As the ‘Home of the Folsom Prison Brews’ and with events on tap nearly every day of the week, Lockdown Brewing Company is always a good time. My go-to pint is the Stony Bar Scotch Ale; strong and amber-colored, it’s smoky and just sweet enough with an earthy finish.” 

“American River Brewing Company’s Coloma Brown Ale is often on tap at local restaurants and bars, but there’s something about getting it fresh from their Rancho Cordova taproom that makes it taste even better. The rich, chocolate-colored ale with a hint of coffee isn’t overly high on the alcohol content, but still full of flavor.”