beer_name: Sierra Nevada Summerfest Lager
text: This is a good pilsener but not up to the levels of the SN pale ale or stout. Pilsener is one the toughest beers to brew well because there is no hiding and no margin for error. They often fall a bit short on the character side or otherwise simply don't have that delicate balance. Brewing a good subtle beer is a true test of craftsmanship. this passes the test but doesn't excel. It's a rather typical looking pale gold with a nice stiff head and faint but pleasant aroma of yeast and malt -- not much in the way of hops beyond the citrus. . The flavor is very well balanced but a little thin and more sweet than crisp as I prefer. Of course, it's a relatively light bodied beer and it has substantial carbonation It's as drinkable as can be and very thirst quenching but it is just missing "something."