Sierra Nevada Tumbler Autumn Brown Ale
Bought a 12 FL OZ. bottle of this from Lukas Liquor in Ellisville, MO for $2.49. Poured from the 2011 labeled and leaf covered bottle into a 16oz iTap Passport Club Pint Glass. Has 1224 112 64 on the side of the bottle. Aroma- Good hops used here with a caramel and roasty nose finish. Sweet malts are in here as well. Very easy going on the nose. Appearance- Pours a 3 finger, frothy head that keeps. Has a dark copper/brown color body that has good clarity. Huge lacing afterwards. Flavor- Medium malt flavor and then a ton of maple syrup taste but not thick. Hops are evident but very mild in this one. Mouthfeel- Light Bodied, Medium Carbonation, and has a small amount of bitterness/hops on the finish with the roastiness. Overall Impression- A very drinkable brown ale. I would categorize this one as an English Brown but no worries. Sierra Nevada is known for their hops and strength. This one I just had to try. Probably won't be going back to it but wouldn't pursaude anyone to not to try it.