Samuel Adams Brown Ale
Appearance: Deep, clear mahogany color. The head is thin, fizzy, and leaves little lace. A thin layer of film remains on top of the beer after the head fades. Smell: Rich, buttery malt. Nutty, maple syrupy sweetness. Esters lend a rosey, floral overtone to the aroma. Taste: Smoky, sweet malt profile. Lazy, easy-going sweetness. Brown sugar, maple syrup, and roasted nuts. An estery citrus element adds some sharpness to the blunt sweetness of the malt, eventually leading to a very subtle wash of herbal hops in the finish. Mouthfeel: Medium to full-bodied. Nice and substantial, appropriate for the style. Verdict: It's a tasty brown ale, even though the malt profile could stand to be a little more assertive.