Hop Rod Rye
Sampled from a 22 oz bottle purchased at Whole Foods on Westlake in Seattle, WA. No noticeable best by date. A - A deep copper, almost brown color with a very slight haze and a moderate beige head. This beer leaves behind a very nice lacing. S - A nice firm earthy, rye aroma with some piney hops mixed in. T - A very balanced beer with both a rich malt and a citrusy bitterness. I love the way the caramel and earthy malts intermingle with the characteristically west coast hop flavors. I tend to prefer the hop bombs but this one has it all and makes it work. M - A substantial, creamy beer with just enough carbonation to do the job. D - This is one of my favorite beers. Well done Bear Republic!