Éphémère (Apple)
Split a bottle with Kels. Poured from the bottle into a tulip. Appearance: Pours a pale golden straw color with a huge 3+ finger head that is nearly perfectly white and is thick and fluffly; body is only slightly hazy and has very strong carbonation bubbling up throughout. Smell: On the pour, the first thing I get is a TON of juciy granny smith apples; some grainy wheat and yeastiness in the back. Not an overpowering nose once it sits for a few minutes, but wow, the apple scent that is so strong at the beginning is amazing. Taste: A nice tart green apple flavor is dominant and is followed by a mild and sweet caramel backing; strong hints of grainy wheat and yeast; very subdued Belgian style spices (coriander) are hidden within the apple. Mouthfeel: Tart enough to make me want to pucker a little bit; strong carbonation and apple-citrus leaves a nice tingle in the mouth and it's left a little watery, leaving the mouth wanting some more. Drinkability: The low ABV and wonderfully powerful apple flavors combined with the mild yeastiness and spiciness makes for a nice beer and a pleasant change from a huge beer... Easily sessionable and I have to admit, I like the mouthfeel because it does something a little different than other beers that simply dry or leave a coating.