5 Seasons Phoenix Pils

A decent, non-descript textbook example of a pilsner in a goodway. This is really well done, its really simple and really tasty for what it is. Very clean and crisp on the palate, with a fresh bread maltiness, smoothed out by some spicy bitter hop notes in the finish.

Date: 07/10/2003
Mode: Draft
Source: Brewpub

Appearance: crystal clear, light yellow, big creamy white head, lots of tiny bubbles,
Aroma: fresh crisp hop aroma,
Flavor: sweet malt flavor with lots of hop character, nice bitter finish
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Date: 06/01/2006
Score: iii to ii+

Aroma: some corn sweetness in the aroma to go along with the crisp hops,
Flavor: a bit of corn in the flavor too but balanced by the hops
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Date: 07/06/2008
Mode: draft
Source: brewpub
Score: 3.1 to 2.8

Appearance: clear gold, fine white head, bits of lace,
Aroma: strong grain aroma with lots of fresh floral hops,
Flavor: sweet cereal flavor, light bittering hops,growing sweetness as it warms, light bitter finish,
Overall: only a hint of the corn from last time with the cereal grain taking the lead,

Aroma: 5/10; Appearance: 7/10; Flavor: 5/10; Palate: 6/10; Overall: 11/20
Rating: 2.8/5.0
Drinkability: 8/10
Score: **/4

This is the best pilsner I have ever had! Pours a beautiful golden opaque amber so it looks like honey. Aroma is hoppy with some maltiness and a hint of lemon. Rich flavor has a nice balance of hops and malt, along with a lemony overtone. Aftertaste is very pleasant and smooth. Satisfying and refreshing, this is another winner from Five Seasons!

On tap at brewpup w/ kleyland. Poured a clear gold with not much head. Aroma was somewhat floral, caramel and spice. Flavor was about the same. Pretty good for the style