I received this wonderful boon from a friend out in Maine. I will be returning the wonderful favor with some local goodies of my own. The concept of this beer is exciting. A brewery that specializes in lagers and however the need for the ridiculous hop content of an IPA compels a placement in their brew schedule. I think that might speak about what the craft drinker is demanding now a days. After all, who doesn't love their bitterly blessed brewed beverages.
Appearance: Pale gold to a slight orange center, with a medium low sized white head showing good lacing and retention.
Aroma: Orange peel, citrus, resin, and pine. The malt in this thing is far in the background and all I pick up is some crazy west coast style hopping. I could go further into this and say is smells reminiscent of a fine orange and cognac liqueur with some more balance, spice, and contrast.
Flavor (my favorite part): Full and juicy with hop character, I can't help but say, it tastes like I just stuck a hop farm in my mouth and I mean that in a good way. The resin, the citrus, the pine, and the slight earthy spice, combine to form a mouthwatering sensation that make you want to drink more and more. All this is followed by a good finish and crisp malt taste that only top notch laggering can achieve.
Mouthfeel: It has a full mouthfeel with a slight carbonation tinge, leaving with a crisp and exceptionally dry but juicy finish.
Now this was a treat I just wish I had a keg of this in my house because it is one of those beers that are quenching and exciting.
Appearance: Pale gold to a slight orange center, with a medium low sized white head showing good lacing and retention.
Aroma: Orange peel, citrus, resin, and pine. The malt in this thing is far in the background and all I pick up is some crazy west coast style hopping. I could go further into this and say is smells reminiscent of a fine orange and cognac liqueur with some more balance, spice, and contrast.
Flavor (my favorite part): Full and juicy with hop character, I can't help but say, it tastes like I just stuck a hop farm in my mouth and I mean that in a good way. The resin, the citrus, the pine, and the slight earthy spice, combine to form a mouthwatering sensation that make you want to drink more and more. All this is followed by a good finish and crisp malt taste that only top notch laggering can achieve.
Mouthfeel: It has a full mouthfeel with a slight carbonation tinge, leaving with a crisp and exceptionally dry but juicy finish.
Now this was a treat I just wish I had a keg of this in my house because it is one of those beers that are quenching and exciting.
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