Sierra Nevada Tumbler Autumn Brown Ale
2011 edition Clear brown color with two fingers of head that had excellant retention. The head eventually settles to a thick cap. Nice lacing is left down the glass. Aroma of toasted nuts and toasted bread. Hops show up with a tea leaf aroma. The hops are much more prevalent in this brown ale than most others of the style. Not really suprising considering the brewer. Hops add a grassy, tea like flavor. The malt gives a nutty and bready flavor. Walks a fine line between bitter and sweet. Not the most impressive body but is nice considering the 5.5% ABV. Carbonation seems to be the same across the Sierra Nevada portfolio. A more hoppy brown ale for a fall season. Not exactly what I am looking for that time of year, but still a well crafted beer.