Mouthful - Top-notch beer

5 Seasons Brewing CompanyWith names like Kounterfeit Kolsch and Chug Monkey Cream Ale, it’s hard not to grin while you glug these seasonal, house-made brews. And it’s clear that ebullient owner Dennis Lange encourages his partner and chef, David Larkworthy, to craft an ambitious, rangy menu that complements the meticulously crafted beers. 5600 Roswell Road, The Prado, Sandy Springs, 404-255-5911. www.5seasonsbrewing.com.

Belgian Bar at the Brick Store PubRustic and organic, the Brick Store’s Belgian Bar provides 50 more seats, eight taps featuring revolving beer styles and cooler room for 120 more bottles. Most of Belgium’s most famous names - Rochefort, St. Bernardus, Chimay, etc. - get bandied about along with appropriate adjectives such as cocoa, prickly, burnt caramel, dried fruit and vinous. 125 E. Court Square, Decatur, 404-687-0440. www.brickstorepub.com.

Max Lager’s American Grill and BreweryA stone’s throw from the major downtown hotels, Max Lager’s American Grill and Brewery attracts little local traffic - an unfortunate oversight. Brewer and owner John Roberts reduces the intimidation factor for beer novices by naming his selections by color: Gold, Red, Black and Pale. 320 Peachtree St. 404-525-4400. www.maxlagers.com.

Summits Wayside TavernItching for some variety to your brewsky? Summits’ wall offers more than 100 varieties, plus four hard cider choices (the bottled-beer menu lists about 150 more beers). Check out the colorful tap handles to help you decide. Summits has a close relationship with Rogue Ales of Newport, Ore., which makes the bar’s house brew. 3334 Stone Mountain Highway, Snellville. 770-736-1333. www.summits-online.com.??






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