Daisy Cutter Pale Ale - Half Acre Beer Company

RaulMondesi

California

3.99/5  rDev -5.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

Clean. Super clean. All kinds if clean. Miss Daisy done got her self a sand blaster and polished a rock into a diamond. This lil sucker is impeccable for all oat all things: sitting, lying, standing... You can drink this thang anywhere!

Get it my children. Get it good!

Serving type: can

05-18-2013 02:48:54 | More by RaulMondesi

weonfire

Kentucky

3.6/5  rDev -14.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.25

A - Light golden, huge white fluffy head, patchy lacing up to high beer mark, not hazy but only semi translucent

S - flowery, grass, carmel, grain, faint citrus, earthy, wheat

T - grain, flowery, carmel, grass, earth, dirt. finish isnt bitter (3/10) nor sweet.

M - med body, not much froth, med/high viscosity, little more acidity than expected

O- Pretty dull. Honestly i feel left hanging. I keep waiting for the burst of flavor - and every sip i am let down. This flowery/grass/dirt taste is just not appealing. Aside from the look, I would not talk highly of this.

Serving type: can

05-15-2013 02:20:50 | More by weonfire

Converge

Alberta (Canada)

4.33/5  rDev +2.9%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5

1 pint can poured into a tulip. Thanks to Matt for this one!

A - Clean bright amber, with a sticky and frothy off-white head. The head falls to a thin film, but leaves a nice sticky web of lacing.

S - Pretty hop forward, with some fruity and floral notes upfront as well as some spice. Mild pineapple with a touch of grapefruit and a generous dose of mango. A fairly bright and refreshing hop bouquet, but also a little heavy handed, especially for a pale ale. Sweet caramel malt with a hint of honey. Overall intriguing, but not what I'd expect of a pale ale.

T - This one caught me a little off guard, that's for sure. The nose implied a somewhat one-dimensional hop bomb, but the malty balance is here in spades. Hops are floral and spicy, but not too overwhelming, with a nice fruity dimension of mango and orange, and a touch of pine. But there's a terrific malt character here as well pulling it back into pale ale territory. Toasty caramel malt with honey and a pronounced biscuity character. There's a spicy quality to the finish, like rye malt, which I quite like. Overall it's pretty heavy on the hops, but still remains true to style, and most importantly very drinkable.

M - Crisp and lively. Light without being watery. Fitting of the style and compliments the flavor profile nicely.

D - A very drinkable pale ale, with a generous dose of hops added to the mix, but enough malty goodness to bring it back down to earth. Flavorful, but balanced and tasty. I'll admit I'm not a big time hophead, but I could drink this stuff all day.

Serving type: can

04-25-2013 00:11:32 | More by Converge

GPHarris

Alabama

4.39/5  rDev +4.3%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25

a - poured a two-fingers thick bubbly and off-white head into a willi becher tumbler that left great lacing and sheeting throughout. the body was a slightly hazy orange-amber color.
s - bready with lots of citrus aromas.
t - bready, grassy, citrusy.
m - medium and creamy.
o - so drinkable and delicious. great at giving you a hop fix too.

Serving type: can

04-12-2013 17:42:29 | More by GPHarris

MShirokov

Illinois

2.7/5  rDev -35.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 2 | feel: 2.5 | overall: 2.25

I can see why fans of heavy hops and pale ales like this beer, and I do like some IPAs like Sierra Nevada, Dogfish Head and Goose Island, so I'm not a complete IPA hater.

This beer smells fantastic, but tastes one-dimensional. Bitter. Very bitter and nothing else. It's like they mixed water and "bitterness" together and didn't add anything else. I say "bitterness" and not "hops" because there are different hops out there with various flavor characteristics. This is one of few beers I actively avoid drinking.

Serving type: can

04-06-2013 13:36:43 | More by MShirokov

kojevergas

California

3.55/5  rDev -15.7%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.25

5.2% AVV confirmed. 16 oz aluminum can served into a glass at a restaurant. Reviewed from notes taken in Chicago in March.

A: Pours a two finger white colour head with soft froth and nice cream. Nice thickness and good (5+ minute) retention. Body colour is a clear pale copper. Vibrant. No yeast particles are visible. No bubble show. I'm excited to try it.

Sm: Floral hops, light bitterness, and oily nectary character. Pleasant and inviting. No yeast or alcohol is detectable. Pale malts. Great for the style; really evocative. A moderate strength aroma.

T: Nectary and pleasant oily character. Pale malts form the body. I love the oily hops. Grapefruit comes off stale. Some bitterness, but it's pretty balanced otherwise. Pleasant to drink. Well built and nicely complex, with rounded well executed hop flavour for a pale ale. I quite like it.

Mf: Oily, smooth, and wet. Good thickness. Good carbonation. Complements the flavour profile well.

Dr: Very drinkable. Highly sessionable. Impressive. Hides ABV well. I quite like it, but I do think I expected more given its reputation. Still, it's solid. It's possible it was a biteen old since I had it at a restaurant. I couldn't find a bottled on or best before date. In any case, it's solid stuff and I'd like to try more beers from Half Acre.

Low B

Serving type: can

04-04-2013 20:33:32 | More by kojevergas

Omnium

Pennsylvania

4.06/5  rDev -3.6%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

16oz Can > Pint Glass
A - Pours a cloudy pale gold color, nice thick 2 finger head, thick lacing, Looks great.
S - Big time flowery scents going on here, fresh cut grass, pine, a hint of sage perhaps, and a light malt, and some lemon zest.
T - Drinkable ohh so drinkable, grassy clean hop taste up front with a little scattering of light citrus on your palate thats smoothed out by the malt. Though, as drinkable as it is, it falls short compared to the aroma, you dont get a full tasting beer, a good one, but momentarily at best.
M - Nice clean finish, refreshing.
O - Great pale ale, very refreshing and good flavors, no wonder its called daisy cutter. Would be great on a summers day.

Serving type: can

03-26-2013 19:07:12 | More by Omnium

unclejazz

New York

4.54/5  rDev +7.8%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5

It's beer awhile since I had some of this well crafted can goodness, time to review.

A-spot on carbonation, 2 finger fluffy head china white on a copper body that is a bit hazy. Even the end of the glass has carb raising from the bottom of the glass.

S-pine resin notes with layers of grapefruit and mango.

T-wowsers this is juicy and mouthwatering drinkable. Citrus and resin all day long. The flavor longer on the taste buds for days. Just a perfect level of bitterness for a pale ale. This is pretty darn close to pitch perfect.

M-great carbonation and very crisp and refreshing. I could session on this for sure.

O-I really enjoyed Tallgrass 8-bit IPA, for many of the reasons I enjoy Daisy Cutter. This beer just executes better on apart every level. Keep on growing Half Acre, this beer should be in all 50 states.

Serving type: can

03-24-2013 20:01:46 | More by unclejazz

gcamparone

Rhode Island

4.33/5  rDev +2.9%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

Poured from a 16 oz can into a snifter. Acquired in a trade.

A- Pours a slightly hazy orange body with a 2" white head. Has medium retention and thick lacing.

S- Super tropical, specifically tangerine, clementines, pineapples, and sweet citrus. Extremely inviting.

T- Sweet oranges, tropical fruits, progresses into a very subtle hoppy, piney flavor. There are some floral notes on the finish.

M- Thin-ish, medium-high carbonation. Easy drinker

What a great pale ale. Hits all the high points of this stye. Light, fruity, and nicely hopped. Great summer beer.

Serving type: can

03-23-2013 19:10:16 | More by gcamparone

MCain04

Illinois

4.09/5  rDev -2.9%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

Finally getting around to writing a review for an old stand-by. 16 oz, anywhere from $8-12 for a 4pack. I believe this is 5 weeks fresh. Poured into a Tulip glass.

A: Golden amber and 100% clear with pure-white head of 2 fingers and lovely retention and lacing.

S: Piney and grassy, Some lemon citrus but overall not much fruit flavors on this aroma, reminds me of the SNPA smell, but definitely unique.

T: Piney and grassy, true to the nose, with a LOT of bitterness. Almost to the point of being slightly unbalanced, as there is not a large malt backbone to counter the high IBUs. Finish is very clean and dry though.

M: Smooth, clean, light, crsip, refreshing.

O: A great summer beer, a lawnmower beer if you will, that you can session and enjoy on a hot day. Refreshing as hell. A little too one-dimensional to be great, but it accomplishes what it sets out to, and I'm a fan.

Serving type: can

03-20-2013 17:31:04 | More by MCain04

tjsdomer2

Illinois

4.46/5  rDev +5.9%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5

Appearance: Light yellow with excellent foam and lacing. A bit murky like an unfiltered IPA or a hef.

Smell: Strong flowers, grass, pine, and lemon. There is also some biscuit malt in the background. Extremely fresh, even in a can.

Taste/Mouthfeel: Fresh flowers, grass, pine, and lemon. Sound familiar? This really is excellent and tastes like a great IPA. I bump the flavor up to 4.5, because this one fools you. Yeasty carbonation in the mouthfeel with a clean finish.

Overall Drinkability: Extra points for apt name.

Serving type: can

03-17-2013 22:12:48 | More by tjsdomer2

pmorey

Indiana

4.5/5  rDev +6.9%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

I am not a huge fan of hoppy beers, but this one was very, very good. Served in a plastic cup pint (St. Patrick's Day weekend) at the Temple Bar in Chicago. Good aroma off a one inch head. Very bright and clean that surprises you off the first drink with a "what was that?" mouthfeel. Floral, grassy, and grapefruit in the best possible way. I will say that I liked the first pint better than the second (and third), but will definitely drink this one any time I find it. I am just close enough to Chicago that I will try to hunt down the cans.

Serving type: on-tap

03-17-2013 16:49:49 | More by pmorey

Dools9

Massachusetts

4.18/5  rDev -0.7%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

Can poured into a shaker pint, no date. Thanks a bunch to kangarooAdam59 for the brew.

A: Golden, honey color. Thick, three finger creamy head with a semi agressive pour. Big patches of lace and excellent retention.

S: Grassy, floral, mixed with some light grapefruit and pine, subtle citrus aroma. Biscuity/pale malts underneath.

T: Grapefruit and bright, pungent citric hop bitterness layered over a bready malt backbone. Nicely balanced with a lingering hop flavor.

M: Lighter end of medium, crisp feel leading into a smooth body. Dries up nicely, drinks pretty sessionable.

O: Another beer I wish I could get here in MA. Would easily be a regular in the warmer months for the beach and boat... and drank straight from the can of course.

Serving type: can

03-16-2013 00:26:49 | More by Dools9

kangarooAdam59

Maine

3.98/5  rDev -5.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

Into a nonic:

A: golden colored body with a nice one finger white foamy head that mushroom caps and settles leaving some nice foamy speckled white lacing in the wake

S: citrus, pine and malts strong up front coming through in a floral sense, slight malt profile really more or less subdued only coming out after some warming

T: mostly bitter with a decent refreshing quality coming out in a nice way, slight warming sweetness coming through

M: light to medium, crisp, sharp, sessionable, sticky citrus aftertaste, dry finish

O: good APA that I wish I could get in Maine, with the Phillies game on in the background and drinkin' this makes me want summer to come

Serving type: can

03-07-2013 20:38:51 | More by kangarooAdam59

AltBock

Ohio

4.19/5  rDev -0.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

16oz. silver can with a simple picture of a bouquet of daisies being cut at the stem and being thrown into the sky. The same picture is on both sides of the can. In between the 2 pictures is the brewery's address and the Government warning. No best before or bottled date anywhere on the can. Thanks!

When poured into a Cigar City American pint glass, this daisy of a beer was a hazy tangerine orange with some sunflower yellow highlights all through out the beer. Sitting on top of this orange yellow brew was a thick 1/2 an inch snow white head of foam. It had great retention that left behind a long lasting skim of foam and a huge number of sticky white streaks of lace around the glass. Beautiful appearance!

There was so much floral in the aroma that it almost smelled like a bouquet of daisies. Behind the floral wall was some bitter grapefruit, pine needles, a splash of orange peel, a subtle whiff of toasted caramel malt. Right after the malt makes its appearance, the beer then finishes up with a nice grassy hop bite. This is how an American Pale Ale should smell like.

The taste was crispy and packed with flavor. The taste was just as floral as the aroma. Don't worry. It doesn't taste like you're eating a floral shop or a bouquet of flowers. Behind the the huge floral taste was an equally large taste of citrus fruits. It was a big jumble of citrus fruits. It was hard to pick them out. After all that, in comes some pine, a grassy hop bite, and a solid bready malt backbone. This was a nice tasting American Pale Ale.

The mouthfeel was light to medium bodied with plenty of carbonation and with a flavorful aftertaste. This aftertaste was floral and citrusy at the same time with a little pine and bready malts. This aftertaste will linger on for quite some time. Low ABV% and packed with flavor gives the mouthfeel high marks.

I would like to thank my good friend Vince for giving me the chance to try this great American Pale Ale. I found it hard to put this beer down. I would love to drink this beer again if I could find it in my part of the country.

Serving type: can

03-06-2013 05:10:18 | More by AltBock

NeroFiddled

Pennsylvania

4.3/5  rDev +2.1%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5

Daisy Cutter Pale Ale
16 oz. can, no apparent freshness dating
$3.89 @ Beer Heaven, Philadelphia, PA

I wonder how to rate the appearance of a beer sometimes given that haziness is quite common these days. It almost says "craft". I like the appearance of a hazy beer, maybe even more so than a clear beer. And in this case, the Daisy Cutter is quite hazy. It's also got a very nice head on it though. It started about an inch and a half thick, maybe more, and then dies down to a solid 1/4 inch cap that appears to be holding pretty well. After a sip or two there's some nice lacing. It's not that thick, mountainous or craggy foam, but it's a pretty full covering of tiny spots and thin splashes across the entire inside of the glass.

Moving forward, the aroma is a big part of any pale ale, be it English, or in this case, American. Let's see... it's fairly bright, certainly bright enough for a pale ale, and probably for an India pale ale as well. It's grassy, gently citrusy with a tiny bit of pine thrown in, and floral as well. I was expecting a big splash of juicy citrus but this is a little more rounded and soft. Nice. Pleasant. A bit of the resinous/pungent character of the hops comes through as well, but it's not at all harsh (and it's certainly not what I would call "dank").

In the mouth it's medium bodied with a standard carbonation that bristles the tongue. The yeast adds a little bit to it. It could be a touch more bristling, but it couldn't really be any softer. It seems right on. There's just a touch of a bite to bring the hop bitterness up.

Of course the hops return in the flavor, what else would you expect? The malt base is really just meant to hold it all together, and it does just that. Biscuity? Yeah, that describes it. It's a basic, lightly bready, golden malt base that's got just a slight edge of sweetness to it. So what about the hops? The citrus remains somewhat curtailed. It's juicy, but it's not raspy or chalky as citrus rind can be. I find grapefruit and a hint of lemon, but there's also an equal amount of tangerine, and I think peach, and a little bit of pineapple as well. And some pine, but it's not harsh, it's more just "present". It adds to the perception of the bitterness, and it acts as a counter-point to the citrus. Overall I find it fairly well-rounded. It doesn't present any of its components any more brightly than the others (with the exception that the malt is truly just a base for the hops). It finishes dry with some bitterness and pine giving way to a nice splash of tangerine, and then crusty bread as it fades. The bitterness drops, but also becomes wider, and lingers in the whole mouth for quite a bit. If you let it sit long enough you'll find a bit of lemon, but I'm quite sure you'll have another sip before that happens.

Overall... if this had been released in the late 70's or early 80's it would have been labelled an IPA for sure (despite the bitterness level, it has a greater perceived bitterness due to the malt balance). But times have changed. This reminds me of a super amped-up version of another well-known pale ale. It's not as refined to be sure, but it makes up for that in presence. Or should I just say "in your face" character? It's the modern day version of an American pale ale. Worth trying.

Serving type: can

03-04-2013 22:26:42 | More by NeroFiddled

Oxymoron

Colorado

3.88/5  rDev -7.8%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 2.75 | overall: 4

Pours an lighter amber color with good clarity and decent head retention. Some minor legs but good overall.

The nose is hoppy. On the level of an IPA hoppy. Big citrus notes with noticeable fruity undertones. Specifically grapefruit and a touch of tangerine. Some minor yeast notes. A touch of esters and a light alcohol note. No real malt notes to back it up.

The taste is hop forward as well. Big citrus and grapefruity notes. This is accentuated by the limited body and malt presence. Would like some sweetness as the bitterness really attacks the palate and continues into the finish. Some minor caramel but limited. The bitterness also leaves a bit of an astringency to the finish as well. Some lingering hop notes but fights with the bitterness and is out of balance.

The body is limited. I would like to see more balance here. Carbonation is good. Overall a very nice hop up front character that rivals legitimate IPA's, but would like to see more balance from the bittering hops and maltiness.

Serving type: can

02-24-2013 03:31:51 | More by Oxymoron

brewskis

Indiana

4.23/5  rDev +0.5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

Pours a cloudy bright orange color with a finger and a half of a white head that dissipates to a nice thick lacing. Nice carbonation coming off the glass. How a pale ale should look. Smells of tons of floral notes, some resinous, dank qualities, grapefruit, a soapy quality to it, some juicy fruits like pineapple. Do get some bread and grain as well from the malt. Taste starts with some resinous, yet juicy qualities from the hops such as grapefruit, just tons of floral, almost a perfume-like flavor. Then the middle brings some balance with wheat notes, grain, and carmel. Get some qualities here that may suggest some to say it is "watered down," but I disagree. The finish is more of the prominent floral qualities of the hops, as well as some pine, grass, pineapple, grapefruit, carmel. Crisp, light body with a creamy and thin mouthfeel. This is not on the Alpha King or Zombiedust level for apa’s, but it is definitely a quality, hoppy pale ale that I would gladly have anytime I can get my hands on some.

Serving type: can

02-18-2013 05:46:31 | More by brewskis

Roose13

New Jersey

4.14/5  rDev -1.7%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

16oz can poured into the pint glass

A: Beautiful golden color and a massive three finger white head that dissipates nicely to leave a nice foamy cap.

S: Floral hops, grassy, citrusy (grapefruit). Piny as well and

T: The taste wasn't what I expected at all. Very bready, and malty. Citrus, pine, floral.

M: Lightly carbonated, a bit creamy. Very smooth

Overall: This was a very pleasant beer. One of the best canned beers I've ever had.

Serving type: can

02-16-2013 03:41:46 | More by Roose13

csparace

Illinois

3.89/5  rDev -7.6%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75

I've had this beer quite a few times now. I brought it home in a growler to share with my family and thought I'd write a review because I'm so excited. I usually get this in the 4 pack pints.

A – Poured from a growler into a regular, straight sided pint glass. Pours with a two finger head that is georgeous – really fluffy and slightly uneven on the top, very light in color. The head is picture perfect. The beer has a brownish golden hue to it and does not have a large amount of carbonation. Head fades at a medium pace and is already lacing beautifully. As I drink, lacing is really good.

S – I always really enjoy the smell of this beer. It has a really clear and crisp pronunciation of the hop and floral notes. Deeper into the smell you do get good sense of grapefruit.

T – Slightly disappointed to be honest. Not quite as bold and pronounced as either my nose or memory would lead me to believe. Big on the hops and grapefruit, small on the floral notes. There's a big hop presence right after the main body as it goes into the finish. The finish is the strongest aspect. The body leaves you yearning for a bit more crunch to it.

M – My first impression when I took a sip was, man this is kinda flat. Despite that, it is still fairly refreshing and quite satisfying.

O – The smell and appearance were much better than the overall taste of the beer. The finish was much better than the body of the beer. This is really the only time I've ever had it where I wasn't satisfied with the carbonation – I imagine its the growler. I still love this beer, and its really a go to beer in terms of overall satisfaction.

Serving type: growler

02-09-2013 17:45:07 | More by csparace

mooseo

Pennsylvania

4.65/5  rDev +10.5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.75

16oz can into tulip.

A - Deep gold with a large fluffy white head.

S - Fresh, juicy grapefruit hops. Grassy with pine resin and floral hops. Slight hint of caramel.

T - A blast of citrus and pungent piney hops. A mild earthy hop bitterness builds up but is balanced by sweet caramel malt. Finishes with light citrus and bready malt that tends to linger.

M - Smooth and crisp with a light-medium body. Dry finish, good carbonation.

O - This is a phenomenal pale ale. Dangerously drinkable. Huge hop flavor, nice balance.

Serving type: can

02-09-2013 04:21:33 | More by mooseo

Lognar

Illinois

4.11/5  rDev -2.4%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

A - Golden orange with a fluffy cream colored head. Very inviting.

S - Citrusy hops. Little bit of pine, but mostly floral. Could have been stronger, but a stronger nose would likely equal a stronger brew and this would then cease to be what it is.

T - Bitter hops remain even throughout, but not that bitter hops punch on the end. It has a malty dryness that's layered nicely with the even hop bitterness. No sweetness. The breadiness from the malt added a little extra that set this apart from other pale ales.

M - Creamy and medium to light bodied, with decent carbonation.

O - Really easy drinking pale ale with good malt characteristics that add to the hop profile. I'd say this would be a great summer session brew. Keep in mind that it's not a double or a hop bomb, so don't expect over the top hop characteristics.

Serving type: can

02-09-2013 00:34:22 | More by Lognar

falloutsnow

Illinois

4/5  rDev -5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

From: Purchased from Half Acre Taproom
Date: None on can, purchased late December 2012
Glass: Tulip

A very different approach to a pale ale than some other breweries, less fruity (though this is still there) and more focused on bitterness as from hops and greens. Interesting and enjoyable, glad this is a local option.

Pours a 1.5cm tall head of slightly off-white foam, which is composed of small to medium-sized bubbles. Retention is about average, the head lasting about a minute in duration, settling to a thin ring around the glass and a few small islands of wispy foam atop the beer. Lacing around the perimeter of the glass is substantial, a residual thick foam coating the entirety of the glass' interior. Body is a light copper orange color, somewhat hazy, with light bringing out brighter pure orange tones. Carbonation is visible, active, and moderately plentiful.

Aroma of bitter grapefruit rind, bitter flowers and cut weeds (dandelion, chicory), faint tropical fruits (passion fruit, guava) and modest wheat bread hiding behind everything else.

Overall, the flavors are a few drops of pale barley malt syrup and tropical fruit juice upfront, with bitter hops and vegetal, citrus, and tropical hop characters: primary dominance by bitterness and bitter greens. Front of palate is just slightly sweet from pale malts and tropical fruit juice (passion fruit, papaya, guava), slightly peppery, and slight bitterness. Mid-palate has mild malt background with a strong hop bitterness featuring grapefruit and greens (lettuce, dandelion, chicory) being the closest markers for what this might taste like to others. Back finds continued bitterness, grapefruit character, faint tropical fruit (guava, passion fruit), and light pepperiness. Aftertaste is only of strong hop bitterness as from grapefruit and greens (lettuce, dandelion, chicory).

Beer is medium to medium-light in body, with carbonation levels of medium-low intensity, creating a slightly foamy mouthfeel that is primarily smooth. Closes dry, with modest stickiness lingering across the palate.

Serving type: bottle

02-03-2013 06:04:28 | More by falloutsnow

popery

California

3.96/5  rDev -5.9%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

From notes, 3/29/11. Pours a radiant tangerine fading to amber at the edges. The head is a rocky mass of white bubbles that stick to the walls of the glass in clumps. A beautiful beer. The aroma is a bright splash of hops. It’s a mix of floral and citric notes, grapefruits, clementines and honeysuckle. There’s very little malt presence. From the color, I assume that a decent amount of crystal malt found its way into the beer, but it barely shows in the aroma. A hint of caramel is all I’m really getting. There might be a touch of butterscotch but it’s definitely not problematic. It tastes dry and hoppy. There’s little bitterness but good citric, grassy hop flavor. A little bit of wateriness creeps in, but at a mere 5.2% abv, it’s forgivable. The finish has a touch of caramel, a lot of grassy/earthy hop flavor and medium bitterness for the style. The mouthfeel is suprisingly smooth. It’s easy to drink and easy to like. This would be a good beer to drink in quantity particularly because it provides hoppiness without wearing out the palate overmuch.

Serving type: can

01-27-2013 08:02:38 | More by popery

superspak

Michigan

4.43/5  rDev +5.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5

16 ounce can into pint glass, no canning date. Pours very hazy golden amber color with a nice 2 finger fluffy white head with great retention, that reduces to a nice cap that lingers. Spotty foamy lacing clings to the glass. Aromas of big grapefruit, orange zest, pineapple, tangerine, floral, pine, light bread, grass, light citrus rind, and herbal earthiness. Fantastic aromas with great balance and complexity of hop notes. Taste of big grapefruit, tangerine, orange zest, pineapple, floral, pine, grass, citrus rind, bread, and piney spiciness. Nice amount of citrus and piney bitterness on the finish; with lingering notes of citrus, citrus rind, floral, pine, grass, bread, and piney spiciness on the finish for a while. Incredible hoppy flavor complexity and balance; with no cloying flavors present on the finish other than citrus bitterness. Medium carbonation and body; with a sticky and very crisp mouthfeel that is nice. Alcohol is very well hidden with only a slight warming noticed after the finish. Overall this is an incredible pale ale! Huge hoppy flavors with nice complexity; very smooth and crisp to drink. An insanely delicious offering as expected.

Serving type: can

01-25-2013 05:40:59 | More by superspak