I enjoy beer, but have to admit I’m burning out on the hopped up IPAs. Lagunitas produces a bunch of different beers, but they are all just variations of the same theme (ok I like their Pils)
As a lot of posters noted, Sours and other beers are becoming more mainstream but I do think the "microbrewery" boom is finally coming to an end. Most of the famous ones are already owned by Heineken or A-B. Consolidation seems to be the natural state of the market it seems. I would like to see some in depth studies to see how this has changed the flavors, if at all. I'm always skeptical when people claim that the quality of these brewers lowered when purchased; however changes in the supply chain could result in that.
I also love strongly peated smokey whisky and outrageously strong cheese :-)
Brown Shugga seems like a fairly unique beer, but I don't have a lot of experience to compare it to. It's interesting on their tour to hear about how it was an accident. Not really to my taste though.
I live in the area, so it's widely available here (possibly along with variations in the supermarkets that aren't as widely available farther away?), and they all seemed fairly different, but I'm not sure I'm experienced enough to judge.
Aunt Sally - Did not like. Don't think I like sours though.
Supercluster - Had it the other week at a family gathering. Was pretty good.
The Pils you mention, I don't recall the name, I seem to recall liking it.
There was one super hoppy one with raw hops my brother had me try. I was not a fan, reminded my of drinking mowed grass. He seemed to like it.
The Red (called "Red"?) - Had once, really liked it, but it's been a few years.
Brown Shugga - It's been years since I tried it, but I recall not liking it too much.
IPA - Okay in a pinch, but not a first choice. I'll probably order something else if it looks remotely interesting at this point.
Lil Sumpin / Lil Sumpin Extra - My current favorites for the last few years.
I'd love to know what people recommend for other things like the Red or Lil Sumpin.
Fortunately, sours are finally starting to become more widely available. If you haven't had one yet, I'm a big fan of Rodenbach as a good sour to start with.