This is one of two beers that turned me into a craft drinker (the other being Elevator's "Dark Horse"). So let's return to my roots, so to speak, and review this life-changing brew.
I think I've made it painfully obvious that Flying Dog is my favorite brewery. This is one of their flagship beers, and for damn good reason.
The pour is a gorgeous light amber with some khaki head that doesn't stick around. The aroma is light. Slight biscuit with a hint of citrus. The taste, though, whoa. When I want the most perfectly balanced beer, I'll turn to this. This is a smooth drinking, perfectly carbonated brew. The front is light, the middle is when the malt comes out, almost slight caramel and biscuit tones, toward the back is where the hops hit. The Northern Brewer and Cascade hops add a perfect little citrus leading into a piney taste toward the back. The hops are there, but it's not overwhelming to where it would turn off non-hop heads. The mouthfeel is smooth, very little stickiness. Overall, an amazing brew.
I've had people who mostly drink the mass produced lagers enjoy this beer. The sophomoric chuckling over the name doesn't hurt either. And if you've delved into the Gonzo world, you'll know the artwork by Ralph Steadman is proudly displayed on the bottle.
4.75/5 caps
-Nathan-
Ha, I see what you did there, Nathan... "for damn good reason." Ralph Steadman has an upcoming movie titled For No Good Reason. Nathan is, of course, a huge Steadman fan. With all good reason.
To the brew. I pick up some caramel and biscuit notes in the nose. I also get a lot of orange in the initial sip. And yes, it's fanfuckingtastic. This is a great gateway beer for those just getting into the craft scene or looking to expand their beer horizons.
Yes, this is a beer I would want during a zombie apocalypse. I'm typing my review during ads of the newest "Walking Dead" episode. Fantastic brew to accompany a fantastic show. This is a brew I could drink at any time.
4.8/5 caps
-Jennie
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