Tall Tale Pale Ale
Sampled this cask-pulled version on tap at American Flatbread on the recommendation of my friend Chad ("One of the best cask beers we've ever had!"). Poured a clear orange/amber color with a thin tan head. Retention was lacking and there was very little lacing (perhaps being casked took these away). Aromas were a little subtle, citrus and crisp hops. But the flavors were well aged and really lived up to the hype. Bold and hoppy at first, then caramel malts, roasted malts, grapefruit and orange peel develop towards the end. Crisp and sessionable but still developed and pleasing. Medium body, light carbonation (but the casking surely took an edge out of the carbonation). A very, very good APA when presented this way