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AleSmith Nautical Nut Brown Ale

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95
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unknown

on tap
common

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RatingsAverageScoreABVStyle PctlServe in
1873.71/5.03.68/5.04.8%98.5Dimpled mug
Commercial Description:
Nautical Nut Brown Ale has been through several incarnations since its inception. Co-founders Ted and Skip first brewed the beer as a mild ale (lower-strength brown ale) to represent Q.U.A.F.F. (a local homebrew club) at the Southern California Homebrewers' Festival in 1995. The beer was popular and well-liked so we adjusted the recipe to increase its body and strength. It was initially released as a seasonal brew named Brownie in the early spring of 1997. A year later, after several requests to brew it again, we made further recipe refinements, designed a new label, and renamed the beer Nautical Nut Brown Ale. It continues to gain popularity and win awards. Appearance: Deep brown but still translucent with a rich, chestnut to ruby hue. Its brilliant clarity and fine white foam make it almost as appealing to view as to drink. Flavor: Rich malty flavor balanced by a slight dryness provided by chocolate malt. The hops are subdued but present enough to keep the beer from being too sweet. Aroma: Clean, fresh malt aroma heightened by the nutty scent of the chocolate malt and fruit aromas from the hops and fermentation. Mouthfeel (body/texture): Smooth and lush yet dry.
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 AgentSteve (1375), SF Bay Area, California, USA
3.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/56/104/516/20
Jan 19, 2009  
Pours an attractive deep caramel with a thin tan head. Sweet nutty and roasted malt nose and flavor. Smooth on the palate. One of the better of this style.


 leninthedesert (112), Nevada, USA
3.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/103/58/104/515/20
Jul 27, 2008  
I had to travel all the way to San Diego to enjoy this on draft! Light, nutty aroma is deceiving into a rich and malty flavor. Develops roasted tones as it finishes slightly sweetly. Awesome brown.


 Hophead22 (1090), Redlands, by way of Wisconsin,, California, USA
3.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/104/57/104/516/20
Feb 14, 2009  
Tap at the brewery. Dark brown pour. Very roasty and nutty (duh). Lots of malty goodness. Flavor was much the same, very drinkable and smooth overall.


 hapjydeuce (771), Del Mar, California, USA
3.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/103/57/104/516/20
Feb 10, 2008  
Always on tap at Liar’s Club. Finally I get around to trying a pint and rating it. This is a perfect example of a good session brown ale. Dark brown draft pour with a silky white head and sticky lacing. Aroma of straight up sugared caramel and toffee, simple and to the point. Biscuit flavors with light chocolate and toasted cinnamon bread dominate with an adequate bitterness. Thoroughly enjoyable, like a "Dog" on steroids.


 jarspag (598), Los Angeles, California, USA
3.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/104/58/104/515/20
May 22, 2007  
Another great beer from Alesmith. I’ve had this numerous times on draft - a great go to beer if in the mood for something a bit lighter and refreshing. Pours a nice soft brown with off white head. Soft carbonation and nice lacing. Overall, a nicely balanced beer with a fully equiped malty background. Nice nutty-chocolate brown ale! One of the better ones i’ve ever tasted.


 BMan1113VR (2883), Los Angeles (and Dallas), Texas, USA
3.6 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/57/104/514/20
Dec 28, 2008  
On tap at Pizza Port Carlsbad. Pours with a light brown head and a hazy deep brown body with good lacing. Aroma of nut, maple, chocolate, and light spice. Taste is very palatable, with nuts, spices, and cinnamon with a touch of tobacco. Light carbonation and a water like to dry mouthfeel.


 rmussman (905), California, USA
3.6 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/57/104/514/20
Feb 28, 2007  
Sampled in San Diego in June. A nice beer, but not to the standard that AleSmith is famous for. Still one of the best Brown Ales that you will find. A very nice beer with a nice aroma. Taste is very nice, but nothing to be impressed by.


 beersearcher (237), Glendale, California, USA
3.6 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/103/58/104/515/20
Jul 16, 2009  
Is the very definition of a brown ale. Malty with a touch of sweetness. Easy to drink. Aroma and color aren’t great but the taste sure is.



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