Hello everyone!
I was recently invited by Zach to contribute to The Nerd Brews. Like Zach, I'm an avid homebrewer and excited to share my enjoyment of beer. I also fit the "nerd" description. I got into homebrewing this past fall, and simply put, I'm addicted. So without further ado, on to the brew:
REVIEW: Samuel Adams Revolutionary Rye Ale
Scent: Very subtle waft of citrus hoppyness. Although present, it doesn't really stand out or overwhelm. I feel like a little more citrus-scent, maybe via dry-hopping, could be present without significantly changing the character of the beer.
Color and Appearance: Amber color, hints of red. Very clear. Near-white head with slight cream color.
Head and Lacing: Good initial head. Two inches when first half poured down side of glass and remainder poured down center. Disappeared after 5 minutes, with decent lacing down the side of a straight-edged, angled-side glass.
Taste: Slight dryness due to rye flavor. Initial malty sweetness almost immediately countered with light lingering bitterness. Hop profile has greater presence towards the end. This was slightly bitterer than other rye ales that I’ve had in the past. The medium body was not too thick. I could have a few of these without the "liquid bread" feeling that some thicker brews leave.
Overall: A pretty good beer overall, but not “Revolutionary” by any means. I’d probably buy a six-pack if it was sold in one (only available in the Sam Adams American Originals Variety 12-pack).
Rating: 3.5 – 5.0
From the Sam Adams Website:
OG: 13.6° Plato
ABV: 5.5%
Malts: Two-Row Harrington, Special B, Munich, and Rye (Over 20%)
Hops: Tettnang noble hops, Athanum, Amarillo, and Centennial
Availability: January - April
Thanks for reading. More posts on the way!
Evan
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