Craftsman Orange Grove Ale

Brewed by Craftsman Brewing Co.
Style: Fruit Beer
Pasadena, California USA

Sampled at Stone 7th celebration. Cloudy orange, light head. Malt powered by citrus sweetness, light hops, Some sort of spice and acidic presence in the finish. Somewhat unique, not bad but could use some rework.

A combination of red and yellow make up the color, with a little more yellow. Mandarin, cumquat, orange, lemon, that the basis for the flavor here.

This one poured an orangey amber cloudy appearance with a thin white fluffy head. The aroma was an all malty, orangey aroma...definitely citrus and acidic. The taste is very malty, and yet definitely and astringently acidic. Very dry ending..somewhat dull. Clean dry palate, some definite room for improvement here.

Cloudy orange appearance, appricot aroma, very fruity with a strong appricot presence...then again maybe its an orange presence, appricot to me though?

Flowery citrusy aroma. Crisp orange zest taste with no overt fruit sweetness. Slight tangy bitterness makes this well balanced and very drinkable. Outstanding beer.

Deep, clouudy, orange colour with thin white head. Very nice citrus aroma. Flavour is Belgian spicy/yeasty, but it still has a decent amount of hop bitterness. A good beer. I would like maybe some mre citrus flavour to match the aroma, but still good.

OK, I’m happy. It seems I’ve found another California brewer with skillful creativity and mastery in the styles I enjoy. This brew made with whole oranges where the fruit’s best qualities are imparted and preserved is nothing short of amazing. Sunshine fruit flavors, high zesty orange aromas, slightly earthy mineral flavors, some dust and biscuit. Lightly tart finish.