Beer Radar

Chocolate beer for Valentine’s Day is the theme of the week. I got in touch with Sam Calagione and Dr. Pat McGovern to talk about their latest archeological treasure, Theobroma, a cacao-based beer - just the sort of thing Aztec warriors would’ve gulped after one of those bloody scenes from “Apocalypto.” The beer will debut at the upcoming tutored tasting at the Penn Museum during Philly Beer Week.

But if you’ve been gulping Viagra and can’t wait that long, head over to Nodding Head (1516 Sansom St., Center City) where brewer Gordon Grubb is serving stout flavored with French chocolates.

And let’s not forget Flying Fish Love Fish, the cherry-infused version of its beautiful Abbey Dubbel. It’s hard to find, but I’m told The Grey Lodge (6235 Frankford Ave., Mayfair) will be pouring it side-by-side with Rogue Chocolate Stout.

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