beer_name: Samuel Smith's Nut Brown Ale
text: Samuel Smith's Nut Brown Ale. 12oz. bottle, 2009 vintage Appearance - Between chestnut and deep maroon in color. Opaque and beautiful. 2 finger head, and great caked on lacing. Smell - Heavenly nut aroma, hops, and caramel. It is a delight just to smell. Taste & Mouthfeel - Smooth and delightfully creamy for a medium-bodied beer. Complex sweet flavors leap forward, only to be surpasses by a delectable dry nuttiness. The bitterness of the hops creates a tremendous balance. Notes: This is one of my favorite nut brown ales. I had it first at BLT Steak in NYC with a filet mignon served with bernaise sauce. The trifecta of flavors was perfect.