Harvest Ale
Live review ... decanted into my SA glass. A medium pour produces a brilliantly light golden colored brew, with a huge, moutainous, rocky white head .. looks like whipped egg whites! It isn't going anywhere either. Beautiful to look at. Lacing is impressive. Nose is hop centric, with citrus notes coming through primarily, with a little pine in for good measure. Taste follows the nose in that the cascades citrus presence is notable and pleasant. Malt balance is there, with sufficient bready and biscuit flavors to keep this from being a one trick pony. Mouthfeel is medium, which supports the malt comments. I'm now half way through the glass, and the whipped egg head is still there, with tons of lacing on the glass. This is one very drinkable beer, and would be an excellent session brew. The hop forward taste makes it a good pairing with robust cheeses and spicy dishes. Another winner for Southern Tier. This ESB should become an all year offering; yes, its that good. Seek this one out. I'm glad I bought and entire case! Na Zdravje!