Rail House Old Craft Brew

Brewed by Rail House Restaurant and Brewery
Style: Pale Lager
Marinette, Wisconsin USA

Thanks to Bob for the hook-up! Poured medium amber with a creamy, well-retained cap of off-white head.. some chunky sediment in there, but the color was solid. The aroma picked up softer bready and caramel notes with a faint hit of green apple and some herbal tea surrounding.. solid presentation. The flavor had more caramel at the core paired with a bit of maple and dark fruit.. dried leafy and earthy bitterness around.. finished crisp and refreshing for the most part, but it did have some tacky components. Lighter-bodied with full carbonation on the palate.. balance was good and it was easy drinkin’.

Lightly hazed amber/copper color with a moderate tight bubbled cream colored head. Heavy caramel aromas with hints of dried leaves, light currants, raw sugar and maple sap. SOmewhat rustic in scent. A balance of dry caramel, herbal tea in the flavors. Toffee and hints of ripe fruit also present. Finish and linger are quite bitter and lasting. Has a real traditional "feel" to it. It’s good to see this brewery back on track. My last visit a few years ago was most depressing.

Picked up a single 12-oz bottle from the brewpub in Marinette, Wisconsin. Pours a semi-hazy caramel amber brew with a thin off-white head that dissolves to a thin ring and island film. Lacing is spotty that quickly disappears. Aroma of caramel malt, sweet apples and pears, with a touch of brown sugar. Taste is lightly sweet, carbonated with flavors of caramel and toffee. Finish is slightly bitter with a lingering dry aftertaste. Not the original recipe that Menomonee/Marinette Brewing Co. (1933-1960) and Oconto Brewing Company (1961-1965) produced, but I’m happy to see Rail House resurrect another historical beer brand for the next generation of beer drinkers.