VERUS: Big Sky's Moose Drool vs. Avery's Ellie's Brown Ale

Next up in side-by-side comparisons is Moose Drool Brown Ale and Ellie's Brown Ale.  Both come in cans, which are great because they're recyclable (and its cheaper to recycle aluminum than glass), keep out all light, and keep out oxygen.

Moose Drool is brewed by Big Sky Brewing in Missoula, Montana.  It claims to be the best brown you'll ever taste.  It's the best selling beer out of Montana and its what put Big Sky Brewing on the map.  It's 5.1% ABV.

Ellie's Brown Ale is brewed by Avery Brewing Company in Boulder, Colorado.  It claims to be "very smooth, well-balanced and quaffable."  It's also lab tested (ha!).  It's 5.5% ABV.

SIMILARITIES: Both are nutty, malty, and full bodied.  They both have a hint of spice and are light on the hops.

DIFFERENCES: Ellie's is creamy and smooth.  It's also a little bit darker in color than Moose Drool -- they describe it as "deep russet."  Moose Drool on the other hand, is more on the bitter side and more chocolaty.

Which one is best?  That's a tough call because they're both award winning.  It really depends on what you like or what you're looking for.  If you want a creamier brown then go with Ellie's, if you want something a little more bitter then Moose Drool is the choice.