 ratman197 (2242), Arvada, Colorado, USA
May 5, 2008
Bomber poured a clear reddish amber with a small lasting amber head. Aromas of carmel, cocoa, toasted malt and light citrus. Palate was medium bodied and smooth. Flavors of cocoa,m light carmel, molasses, toasted malt and a hint of citrus with a smooth malty finish.
Ernest (4197), Boulder, Colorado, USA
May 29, 2008 Bottle.
Head is initially small, frothy/fizzy, off-white, mostly diminishing.
Body is hazy dark amber, unfiltered.
Aroma is moderately malty (toasted bread/grain, caramel, cookie), lightly to moderately hoppy (flowers, apricot), lightly yeasty (cobwebs, basement), with notes of peach and black tea, hint of ginger.
Flavor is moderately sweet, lightly acidic, lightly bitter.
Finish is lightly to moderately sweet, lightly acidic, moderately bitter.
Medium body, watery/syrupy texture, lively carbonation, slightly metallic.
Nice aroma starts things off well enough, but the mouth experience is a little odd (I almost want to say "gritty") and a bit too syrupy sweet. Close but no cigar.
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