Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale
Reviewed on 12/31/10, taken from notes. Appearance: A large impressive head leading to an amber beverage. Body was clear and the lacing good. Smell: A hop bomb, complex sharp citrus, herbal and perfume notes, even some pine. Light malts present, toasty and caramel. Taste: Caramel hits the palate first, leading into the barrage of citrus and a little pine. A warm bitter alcohol kick on the finish. I detected faint hints of dish soap, which honestly was a real distraction... Mouthfeel: Creamy and drying. Drinkability: I enjoyed this beer but probably wouldn't buy another. It's my understanding that this beer changes somewhat from year to year, and I liked it enough that I will revisit it next year, for sure.