Sierra Nevada Summerfest Lager
Poured into a large mug, on-tap at Old Chicago in Roseville, MN as part of their summer mini-tour. A-Pristine golden beer, showing occasional bubbles rising within. Arrived with a fluffy white head, decent retention. S-Spicy hops, with a grainy malt character under that. Slight green apple. T-Grainy and semi-sweet malts, with a spicy hoppiness coming through subtley and a moderate spicy bitterness. Almost a fruity character coming through, with a slight spicy pucker. Finishes dry, spicy, bready. M-Medium-high carbonation, but still easty drinking. Moderate-light body, very appropriate for the beer and for the picture on the label :D D-This would be a perfect beer to sit back on a patio on a hot Saturday afternoon; I guess its merits lie in its refreshing quality and less in its depth of character. Still, the beer shouldn't be shortchanged, as it's a pleasant representation of the style.