 Alcoholist (570), Peoria, Illinois, USA
Mar 2, 2005
I think I’m definitely a fan of ryes. Much in the vein of Bear Republic’s HopRod, this beer has a ton of bite. Thick rye, grapefruit and some smoothing maltyness in the flavour. Spicy, Hoppy and Crisp. Like a glass of grapefruit juice with rye toast and a thin layer of jam.
afireinside96 (428), Mountville, Pennsylvania, USA
Sep 5, 2008 12oz bottle served in a Duvel tulip. Hazy reddish brown body topped by a diminishing small off-white had. Big nose full of Amarillo hops, lemon, grapefruit. Flavor is lightly spicy balanced by a big citrusy hop flavor. Medium body, lasting bitter finish. I really love Amarillo hops so this was quite a treat.
hombrepalo (465), Chicago, Illinois, USA
Sep 5, 2008 On tap @ Binny’s South Loop. Cloudy light brown color, red hues, big creamy tan head. Floral and hoppy aroma. Well balanced smooth taste. Creamy head gives way to a nice maltiness and finishes with a bitter tasty hop bite. A bit sweet and now the caramel comes out the second time around. Flavors don’t linger enough. Overall solid but not great.
shalloWMeans (129), Florence, Kentucky, USA
Sep 1, 2008 A beautiful off-white head rests gracefully atop a very deep crimson red/rust orange body, with a persistent ruby reflective shine. The aroma is pleasant, at first bringing sharp citrussy hops, vanilla, and muscat grapes. This is followed with fruity malt and a sting of spice, leaving the beer smelling wonderfully balanced and sweet. The taste is immediately oaky, pungent and very full of hop bitterness. The rye appears late in the taste, bringing a grainy, spicy, puckering mouthfeel in a big bright finish. The palate is crisp, smooth, and energetic. Caraway seed, raisins, liquorice and angelica root are present, and all of this is balanced very well with the juicy, lemony, and stringent amarillo hops. This beer is highly drinkable and extremely enjoyable; the drying finish leaves you thirsting for more. Nicely crafted.
mcjay (29), Neenah, Wisconsin, USA
Aug 30, 2008 Cloudy red color with a thin white head that stayed around for a while. Aroma and taste are very hoppy with a dry finish. Not my favorite but if you like it I also recommend McSorley’s Ale.
hoooray_beer (43), Cranford, New Jersey, USA
Aug 30, 2008 Pours a slightly hazy dark copper/amberwith a thin tan head. Aroma is sweet cedar. Mouthfeel is full and a bit creamy.
Flavor is dry & bitter forward with earthy balance rather than fruit and sweet. The sweetness in the aroma is burnt brown sugar and much quieter in the flavor than expected but not missed. Bitter forward and finish is omnipresent because of the rye but not overpowering.
Very unique and delicious.
I wish it didn’t cost more then $10 / six.
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