An intense and well-balanced brew with strong hop-driven notes of grapefruit rind and pressed pine needles against a backdrop of caramel malt and fresh-baked bread. The full-bodied and round mouth is quite bitter and astringent, with powerful resiny hop flavors along with a touch of woody spice and more citrus pithiness. Definitely a good choice for those who like…
— L.B.
(11/1/2011)
An orangy amber color in the glass, this pale ale starts off with enticing aromas of floral hops, hard nectarine and a touch of grapefruit rind. The malty core is countered with citrus pith and soft fresh pine flavors, and the mouthfeel is rich and full but balanced by moderate carbonation and a bready but assertively hop-infused finish.
— L.B.
(9/1/2011)
Pours a golden orange color with a serious head that lingers. The nose isn’t as assertive as one might expect from the name, but scents of grapefruit, husky grain, walnut skin and a touch of graham cracker can all be found in the bouquet. The mouth, however, provides a rich experience with a full body and intense flavors of toffee, bread dough and resiny spice that…
— L.B.
(11/1/2011)
Although known to many for producing outstanding hop-heavy brews, Ninkasi can also turn out a mean oatmeal stout that shows strength and balance all at once. Pours a gorgeous dark brown color with a thick beige head that lingers. Roasted malt, cocoa nibs and sweet mocha latte aromas waft from the glass, while the medium-weight mouth exhibits a beautiful creamy…
— L.B.
(12/15/2011)
This hazy gold-colored beer pours with a frothy white head and leaves a nice rim of lacing behind with each sip. Light aromas of clean malt and grass lead the way with glimmers of orange and white melon on the back. Surprising husky grain flavors dominate in the mouth, followed closely by a fair amount of astringency on the dry finish.
— L.B.
(9/1/2011)
Ninkasi has built a reputation for bringing bold beers to the table, and this one doesn’t disappoint in that regard. An assertive, malty core dominates, creating an overall round impression and full texture. Notes of caramel, biscuit, citrus rind and earthy hop abound, while a slight piney bitterness adds depth to the finish.
— L.B.
(11/1/2012)
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