Van Horn - Half Acre Beer Company

emerge077

Illinois

3.95/5  rDev +7.3%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

Draft pint at Bad Apple.

Reddish brown color that glows light orange when held to the light. Thin layer of white foam that recedes after a couple sips, leaving behind some spotty lace in the glass.

Faintly toasty and grainy aroma, some light apple from the yeast as it warms up.

Similar flavors of mildly toasted grains and malted barley, smooth feel, with a light bitterness that lingers in the aftertaste. Crisp and dry, not sweet, very drinkable, a true session beer. Pretty simple and classic in structure and taste, very true to style.

Serving type: on-tap

12-17-2012 01:46:39 | More by emerge077

adamant1912

Michigan

4.25/5  rDev +15.5%

01-29-2013 19:41:54 | More by adamant1912

hansgruber

Indiana

3.5/5  rDev -4.9%

01-25-2013 05:48:12 | More by hansgruber

Joel12

Illinois

4/5  rDev +8.7%

01-21-2013 15:05:36 | More by Joel12

Mat_Rampson

Illinois

3.5/5  rDev -4.9%

01-20-2013 20:47:12 | More by Mat_Rampson

spycow

Illinois

3.75/5  rDev +1.9%

01-11-2013 21:34:40 | More by spycow

falconxman

Illinois

3.25/5  rDev -11.7%

01-07-2013 05:22:44 | More by falconxman

imperialking

Illinois

3.5/5  rDev -4.9%

01-01-2013 00:02:05 | More by imperialking

BeerOps

Illinois

3.5/5  rDev -4.9%

12-31-2012 18:30:45 | More by BeerOps

TMoney2591

Illinois

3.98/5  rDev +8.2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Served in an imperial pint glass at the tap room.

Taking in the ambiance of a bear's head with my boy, Alex. This stuff pours a mostly clear sunrise amber topped by a finger of glowing cream foam. The nose comprises biscuit, mild grass, very light flowers, and a hint of toffee. The taste brings in more of the same, along with a bit of dried honey for the sake of it. The body is a light medium, with a light moderate carbonation and a dry-enough finish. Overall, a nice, enjoyable, sessionable little bitter. Good times.

Serving type: on-tap

12-31-2012 18:22:57 | More by TMoney2591

brbrocc

New York

3.75/5  rDev +1.9%

12-28-2012 00:59:52 | More by brbrocc

Imstillthegman

Delaware

4/5  rDev +8.7%

12-25-2012 18:42:34 | More by Imstillthegman

dna1964dna

3/5  rDev -18.5%

12-20-2012 03:20:36 | More by dna1964dna

thewimperoo

Illinois

3.75/5  rDev +1.9%

12-17-2012 15:44:58 | More by thewimperoo

johunnic

Illinois

3.75/5  rDev +1.9%

12-09-2012 22:24:37 | More by johunnic

Guinnsslvr

Illinois

4/5  rDev +8.7%

12-09-2012 02:52:15 | More by Guinnsslvr

Butch5555

Illinois

2.5/5  rDev -32.1%

12-08-2012 01:12:09 | More by Butch5555

MasterSki

Illinois

4.05/5  rDev +10.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

Growler shared by Chris (spycow). Served in a Zwanze tulip.

A - White foam settles to a thick collar, wisps, and a few specks of lace. Hazed bronze body.

S - Nice biscuit, toasted malts, caramel, with a bit of herbal, earthy, tea-like English hopping, and some fruity ale yeast.

T - The taste is quite similar to the aroma, but with a bit less sweetness and a bit more in the way of earthy hops. Largely toasted malts, bread, and caramel, with mild bitterness in the finish.

M - Somewhat roasty and grainy texture. Medium-bodied with pleasant carbonation. No alcohol presence, and a slightly dry finish.

D - If you like malty English beers, you'll dig this. I was pleasantly surprised and got a few refills of this one. I'd order a glass of this if I saw it on-tap somewhere.

Serving type: growler

12-07-2012 06:15:50 | More by MasterSki

GbVDave

Illinois

4/5  rDev +8.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Poured from a 32oz howler into a pint glass.

A: Pours a clear, copper-y brown. A smallish white head formed on top before quickly melting down to a thin collar and skim. A healthy amount of lace was left behind.

S: Light aroma of gently earthy hops is followed quickly by carmel and toasty grain. Nice and uncluttered.

T: Exactly as described as above. Clean and true to style.

M: Light and slightly sweet with a gentle hop spiciness for balance.

O: Pretty enjoyabe. Their first foray into the style and while they don't break any new ground with it, they certainly don't burn any bridges either. Simple and refreshing.

Serving type: growler

12-01-2012 19:20:09 | More by GbVDave