 Silphium (2006), Lansing, Michigan, USA
May 26, 2008
On tap at Crunchy’s, East Lansing. Light sweetness with toast and caramel balanced by herbal, bitter hops. Unfortunately, the thin, watery body diminished much enjoyment.
SpudClampDawg (916), Jasper, Indiana, USA
Jul 16, 2006 Clear copper pour with great lacing. The nose is flat and subdued - lightly hopped at best. The medium body is surprisingly full with notes of chocolate malt and even some plum/dark fruits. Great body, lackluster nose.
kidwiththehair (43), Detroit, Michigan, USA
Mar 19, 2006 This just goes to show the uninformed that there is such thing as shwag microbrews and this beer is one of them. Although not completely horrible, this beer lacked everything I look for in a red. Very thin pour with light maroon head. Drinks oaky with a slight ale flavour, but finishes a bit sour. All in all this one leaves me unimpressed
swank2i2 (9), Alma, Michigan, USA
does not count  Feb 23, 2005 True to specs, this red ale had the color and flavor expected. Very malty and smooth. Very easy to drink and the temperature was perfect.
hennes (932), Fountain, Michigan, USA
Mar 26, 2003 This place is neat - themed brewpubs often turn me off with the kitsch, but this one is tasteful and the old depot is really an intriguing building. The waitress claimed this "red" as their best brew and it is definitely the most interesting - a musty, musky British ale flavor (maybe it's an EPA?) with some wild sour edges. It's microbrew thin, but intriguing enough in flavor to escape the ruder ratings I usually give such fare.
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