Murphy’s Law

American Amber Ale | Year-Round | United States

By Jim Koebel

Judges Rating: 84
Aroma: 21
Appearance: 5
Flavor: 35
Mouthfeel: 8
Overall Impression: 15

This Amber Ale has a sweet, rich caramel aroma supported by a lightly grainy and dusty malt undertone. True to style, it features a  clear, amber color with a low, off-white head that dissipates after only a few moments. This beer’s flavor contains caramel and toasted malts, cherry and red apple. Hop flavor is absent aside from a light grassiness. It is moderately bitter and finishes evenly but is under-carbonated. Hoppier versions of Amber Ales are the norm, but this example is notable for its interesting ester profile.