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The perfect pairing isn't always planned - and that's exactly what happened when Rick and Mal cracked open Shiner's Strawberry Blonde alongside Windridge Cider Company's Blackberry Mojito. With natural strawberry essence that doesn't overwhelm and a mint-forward cider that surprised even the non-mint enthusiast, this episode delivers two thoughtful reviews that go beyond simple thumbs up or down.

Between sips, the conversation wanders to luxury overlanding vehicles (specifically a $300,000 Ram Storyteller that has the guys dreaming of road trips), the excitement of golf season's return, and a heartfelt discussion about saying goodbye to a beloved pet. It's this seamless blend of beverage appreciation and authentic life moments that defines the show's intimate, conversational style.

The Shiner earns respectable 8/10 ratings for its balanced approach to fruit beer - subtly sweet without artificial flavors - while the Blackberry Mojito cider steals the show with 9/10 scores, praised for tasting nothing like typical ciders and delivering a refreshing mint experience that "soothes the belly." What becomes clear is how differently the hosts might rank their preferences, with one preferring the strawberry beer due to personal taste, despite rating the cider higher on its technical merits.

True to form, the guys share stories from their first golf outing of the season, debate the proper etiquette at BYOB parties, and dive into Ricky's Bad Choices - their segment of hypothetical questions that always leads to revealing answers and hearty laughs. Yet beneath the banter lies a touching moment as one host prepares to say goodbye to his aging dog, reminding us that sometimes our reasons to drink are bittersweet.

Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast, cider curious, or just enjoy authentic conversation among friends, pour yourself something special and join the guys for another honest, unfiltered episode. Subscribe and share your own beverage discoveries - the guys would love to hear what you're drinking!

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