Birra Del Borgo / Dogfish Head My Antonia

Coming home from Cleveland (temps in the 30s and really windy) to temperatures in the upper 70s just begs for a nice, crisp beverage...to be had on the back deck...

My Antonia (well, this version) is a collaboration between Birra Del Borgo (of Italy) and our favorite Delaware brewer, DFH. I wouldn't normally pick up a 12-dollar imperial pilsner, but after success with Mikkeller's Draft Bear, and on a recommendation from Bill, I bought this one...man, am I glad I did. Another perfect outdoor, nice-evening brew. Obviously My Antonia is on the lighter side, but don't be fooled by the "pilsner" designation...this is no macro-style pils...floral and citrus hops come on upfront with a mild bitterness. The finish is a crispy malt...overall very mild and very drinkable. The alcohol is pretty subtle as well...just a really well-rounded and finely crafted beer from these guys. Unfortunately I have never had DFH's "solo" My Antonia as I would have really liked to compare the two...especially back to back. Oh well. Anyway, give My Antonia a shot on a nice evening...hell, maybe even the guys that are only into macros would like it..afterall, it is a pilsner...

ohtheguilt Ba score = 4.0 out of 5.0