Sparkling Ale
The Boston Beer Company
Story by:
Chris Guest
Australian Sparkling Ale
Special Release
Massachusetts
United States
Judges Ratings 91
Aroma: 20 / 24
Flavor: 37 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20
Description
Our Sparkling Ale is the brewers’ take on a rare historic Scottish style. Golden in color and effervescent it combines subtle notes of Noble hops with pale and acidulated malts to create a slightly floral character and a dry finish.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 4.80%
IBUs: 20
Served at: ()
Hops: Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Tettnang, Spalt
Malts: Two-Row, Acidulated
Judges Review
By Rick Franckhauser
Judges Ratings 91
Aroma: 20 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 37 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20 / 20
This beer is grainy with a slight malty sweetness followed by a hint of caramel mid-palate. Some spicy hops combine with the malt in a near perfect balance. White grape and pear esters add additional interest to the beer. A medium-light body coupled with spritzy carbonation provide ample refreshment and a call for another. While this example lacks some of the esters and herbal hops you would expect from an actual Australian version, it certainly is quite a quaffable brew.
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