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Spinnakers Abbott Ale



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Brewed by Spinnakers Brewpub
Style: English Pale Ale
Victoria, Canada

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RATINGS: 4   MEAN: 3.17/5.0   WEIGHTED AVG: 2.92   SEASONAL: Special   EST. CALORIES: 150   ABV: 5%
COMMERCIAL DESCRIPTION
Comprised of English pale and a touch of crystal malts, classically balanced with Kent Goldings and Fuggles hops to produce a light, but of so flavourful ale, characterized by its spicy, fruity tones and its light copper colour.

Admin note: Re-released as a single cask on June 16, 2009, to celebrate 25th Anniversary of craft brewing in Victoria with updated renditions of the original Spinnaker classics.

2.8
   AROMA 5/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 2/5   OVERALL 12/20
DuffMan (4242) - the land of bitumen, beef & beer, Alberta, CANADA - OCT 3, 2010
On cask @ Spinnakers. Clear medium amber, thin almond head. Earthy toffee, spicy nuances, sweet. Thinnish mouthfeel, creamy texture.

3.4
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 13/20
jonas (4506) - Garching b. München, GERMANY - SEP 11, 2010
Handpump at spinnakers. Juniper and roast aroma. Golden amber, offwhite head, mellow ask mouthfeel. Light sourdough bread, slightly herbal, dry berries, pleasant sessionable brew

3.4
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 12/20
BrewDad (3384) - Olympia, Washington, USA - OCT 2, 2009
Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub - Victoria BC
Nice Belgian flavors and yeast. Liked the finish and the malts added where very nice. Tons of extra flavors this brew was very tasty.

3.1
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 13/20
CapFlu (3767) - Victoria, British Columbia, CANADA - JUN 17, 2009
(Cask) One time re-release in celebration of the brewpub’s 25th Anniversary. Pours a clear brown, mahogany with a slight, foamy almond head. Fuggles hops, cherry, wood, green veggies, bitter finish. 6/3/6/3/13


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