Apex
This review is based on a nonic pint served (and quaffed) at Alewife during Baltimore Beer Week 2010. The body is dark amber, yet translucent enough to see carbonation bubbles rising to greet the creamy froth crown; a heavy and gummy lacing persisted throughout this quaff. The nose receives an intense floral nose that portends an ensuing hoppiness. Meanwhile, down in the palate, there is a sweet mango subtleness that subsides into an acidic orange bite this all fades into the back of the throat. The mouthfeel is rather chewy with minor malty undertones; however, it boasts a fine all-around balance. While listed as an Imperial Ale, this beer did not really stand out as one. I did enjoy it and can easily recommend it. Here we have yet another fine one from those rascals in the Bear Republic.