Helles - The Ruddy Duck Brewery And Grill

ThisWangsChung

Maryland

3.9/5  rDev +8%
look: 3 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

The last 2oz sample I had at Ruddy Duck.

A: The color is dark straw, and because of the serving size, there wasn't much head. Considering that, the lacing was good, though.

S: Has a bit of tangy malt, but it also features a bit of hefeweizen-esque sweetness as well. I like it!

T: The taste doesn't differ much from the smell. The maltiness and tangy hop finish were there, like I would expect, but it also features a hint of banana and cloves in the middle. Almost like a helles/hefeweizen hybrid, and it was pretty impressive, too.

M: This was nicely smooth, and well carbonated. Very refreshing.

O: Truth be told, I slightly regret not ordering a pint of this. It wasn't a pure helles, but I can tell you, I would jump all over this one the next time I go to Ruddy Duck.

Serving type: on-tap

12-29-2011 03:52:07 | More by ThisWangsChung

Momar42

Maryland

2.83/5  rDev -21.6%
look: 3 | smell: 3 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3

On tap at the Ruddy Duck into a standard pint glass.

A - hazy, cloudy light yellow with virtually no head.

S - lemons, citrus, spices and maybe slight wheat aroma. Not strong in the nose but for the style, enjoyable.

T - lemon flavor comes thru along with the bready base. Most of the taste is up front and dissipates quickly. A slight citrus like aftertaste lingers but not long. Pretty mild, both to my taste and to the style.

M - very light. Easily drinkable and virtually no alcohol presence.

O - for the style, I would say it is average. Not a huge fan of the Helles style but wanted to review this local every-day offering. For my tastes, it just doesn't have the chops to hold my interest. A decent Summer brew, but would benefit from more body and taste.

Serving type: on-tap

07-07-2012 17:28:38 | More by Momar42

NumberNone

Maryland

4/5  rDev +10.8%

05-21-2012 14:03:45 | More by NumberNone

avisong

Virginia

3.5/5  rDev -3%

04-24-2012 02:57:27 | More by avisong

TeamD

Virginia

3.5/5  rDev -3%

04-04-2012 23:34:54 | More by TeamD

Antonius08

Florida

4/5  rDev +10.8%

03-27-2012 03:28:08 | More by Antonius08

AgentZero

Illinois

3.55/5  rDev -1.7%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 4

A - A muddy gold color with a bit of stick on the sides that left some chunk lacing.

S - Smelled mostly of sweet caramel malts, with a bit of bubble gum. It has an interesting aroma profile for a helles, particulary the bubble gum that comes out there.

T - Taste delivers on the smell. The bubble gum is definately there, along with a bit of sweet honey and a corn backbone. The fiance' liked this one quite a bit, although granted, she is not a beer person. The guy next to me recommended it as the best one as well, so I'm thinking this is a great one for the masses.

M - A bit flat, watery. Medium boded.

D - Very easily drinkable, and I think it is one that they can sell a good amount of to those who aren't huge into craft. An interesting take on the style.

Serving type: on-tap

10-05-2010 04:48:03 | More by AgentZero