I've been drinking and writing about beer professionally since 2006. Every year, without fail, I ask myself: What are my desert island beers? In this tropical scenario, I'm stranded on an island with only three of my favorite beers. Two slots rotate between hop bombs, crisp lagers, and bold abbey ales. But one beer has remained in my lineup for years: Allagash White . It wasn't easy for Allagash to earn its place. Today's beer aisles are an embarrassment of riches that include world-class cra...
