beer_name: Samuel Smith's Old Brewery Pale Ale
text: I realize that quality prejudice might come into effect here but how come people slam beers like Corona for a clear bottle and are quiet when the same is practiced by Samuel Smith's? This is a good looking beer. A rich light amber color with foamy head and thicker than usual lacing. While sniffing I manage to dunk my nose in the foam but still detect fruit and a nice roasted malt. The taste is long lasting and very satisfying. My first instinct is malt but then I get a blast of hoppy bitterness that continues long into the aftertaste. The finish is a bit dry but overall mouthfeel is quite good. Not a thirst quencher but still very tasty. This generally seems to be among the higher rated breweries in England if not the whole of the British Isles and this isn't even one of their signature products. Most impressive. I like hoppy pale ales and this one is pretty special, even for the "specter'd isle".