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RATINGS: 2367   WEIGHTED AVG: 3.07   EST. CALORIES: 156   ABV: 5.2%
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Named in honor of our founder Jeff’s bike trip through Belgium, Fat Tire Amber Ale marks a turning point in the young electrical engineer’s home brewing. Belgian beers use a far broader palette of ingredients (fruits, spices, esoteric yeast strains) than German or English styles. Jeff found the Belgian approach freeing. Upon his return, Jeff created Fat Tire and Abbey Belgian Ale, (assuming Abbey would be his big gun). He and his wife, Kim traveled around sampling their homebrews to the public. Fat Tire’s appeal quickly became evident. People liked everything about it. Except the name. Fat Tire won fans is in its sense of balance: toasty, biscuit-like malt flavors coasting in equilibrium with hoppy freshness.


mtlasley's rating

2.8
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 10/20
mtlasley (39) - Anna, Illinois, USA - MAY 27, 2012
Fat Tire is a super accessible beer and my introduction into the world of craft beers a few years ago. It’s got a special place in my heart. I picked up a six pack and I figured I’d give one a review. Appearance: A deep but clear amber coloring with a distinct redness towards the top. The head is one finger and just tan enough to say otherwise. Mild carbonation. Attractive and simple Smell: Malt stands first with a roasty character in the rear. There’s a tart hop somewhere but it comes and goes. Taste: Malty, a lightness makes it super drinkable. Hopiness is almost completely covered. Mouthfeel: Light and refreshing. The carbonation cuts all weight the beer has.


most recent ratings

3.3
   AROMA 5/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 10/20
njager246 (69) - grand rapids, Michigan, USA - MAY 23, 2013
On tap... mild malty aroma..dark amber... malt and oak.. nice and crisp.. a little light but good!

2.6
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 4/20
toddliwinks (2) - Michigan, USA - MAY 23, 2013 does not count
Pretty good hoppy flavor but not over the top. It doesn’t give you a lasting after taste like an IPA.

3.1
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 11/20
Tlgm99 (2) - Florida, USA - MAY 21, 2013 does not count
Nice amber ale. Can taste the malty overtones and it is a little bit sweet. There is almost a maple or carmel aftertaste that leaves a good impression.

4.7
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 19/20
Kasperous (1) - Arizona, USA - MAY 19, 2013 does not count
Consistant, and now in cans. Grest for parties or just lounging. Good aroma and a good staple for any bar

2.7
   AROMA 5/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 5/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 10/20
boxofrane (1184) - pottstown, Pennsylvania, USA - MAY 19, 2013
Draft. Pours clear copper with a medium sized white head. The aroma is full of biscuit and is one dimensional. The taste is biscuit and light caramel.

3.4
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 13/20
J_man (539) - Tustin, California, USA - MAY 16, 2013
Clear amber/brown with a low lying off-white head. Not much aroma when cold, but a good roasted, woody scent when it gets to temperature. That follows into the taste with a good toasted malt flavor and a bit of creaminess. Caramel sweetness is balanced by earthy hops with a light floral character. Seems to be a touch of sourness but in a way that enhances the flavor. Nice amber ale and very drinkable.

3.5
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 14/20
Goyzer (2) - LaSalle, Ontario, CANADA - MAY 16, 2013 does not count
Tried this for first time from bottle on a stop from a road trip on PCH in San Simeo, California. Pours amber with small amount of head. Nice aroma with notes of spice and caramel. Smooth drinking and refreshing. Some bitterness but mostly malty. When i drink one i could easily drink another.

3.3
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 13/20
airrick2003 (172) - Louisiana, USA - MAY 16, 2013
Appearance: clear orange to amber color, moderate size white head, laces nicely Aroma: rich roasted maltiness, biscuit, wood, plum Taste: malty grain, very faintest hints of bitterness, wheat, coffee, wood Palate: frothy, highly carbonated, not much of an aftertaste Overall: a good amber, strong roasted malt notes, the malt seems roasted more than the color suggests ---Rated via Beer Buddy for iPhone

3.2
   AROMA 5/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 15/20
akoeninger (156) - Wisconsin, USA - MAY 15, 2013
Average amber nice and toasty flavor, white head. Hop balanced. Aroma of malt and hay ---Rated via Beer Buddy for iPhone

3.2
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 13/20
BottleHound (131) - Sandnes, NORWAY - MAY 15, 2013
On tap. Medium amber color with off-white head. Aroma has syrup and burnt caramel. Flavor is moderate sweet with long bitter duration.


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