 ultraspank (853), Dublin, Ohio, USA
Jan 12, 2004 Took this home from the brewpub in a growler. Nose of pine, perfume and citrus. The brew pours a cloudy walnut with caramel highlights. The firm tan head is creamy, fully lasting and has good lacing. The flavor is one dimensional. I didn't get any caramel sweetness as the commercial description would advertise. Mostly spicy hops bitterness. The medium body is soft and dry. The finish feels very astringent. More than decent, but I was expecting more. I am curious as to the gravity, because this one hit me pretty hard.
kathouse (83), Virginia, USA
Dec 29, 2003 Winter seasonal beer is a clear, medium amber colored I.P.A. Thin white head with mild floral hop aroma. Slight caramel, but not really a factor. Good carbonation with a medium body tastes spicy with yeast character. Hops come out in the end with a dry, moderately bitter finish.
Dogbrick (2147), Columbus, Ohio, USA
Oct 27, 2003 On draught at the brewpub. This brew is a dark amber color with a thin light beige head. Thin and slow lacing. The aroma is mostly tart hops with a little malt and caramel. Medium-bodied and tangy with a decent hops presence throughout. The flavor has a light floral character as well. The finish is on the dry side with a strong hops flavor along with a little malt sneaking in here and there. This is one of CBC's stronger offerings and I hope they bring it back sometime.
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