Widmer Brothers O Rye-lys Dark

Brewed by Widmer Brothers Brewing Company
Style: Specialty Grain
Portland, Oregon USA

Name: O’Rye-ly’s Dark
Date: September 22, 2009
Mode: Draft
Source: Brewpub
Appearance: clear dark red, fine beige head, drippy lace
Aroma: slightly sweet dark caramel aroma
Overall: sweet malt aroma, touch of roasted, spicy and citrus hops, light bitterness
Aroma: 5/10; Appearance: 7/10; Flavor: 5/10; Palate: 6/10; Overall: 11/20
Rating: 2.8/5.0
Drinkability: 7/10
Score: ** /4

This was on tap at the Widmer Brewhaus in Portland. It came in the glass a clear dark amber with a small white head and light lacing. Nose of citrus, ripe fruit, and the advertised rye. Smooth and clean mouthfeel. Flavor is of caramel malts, citrus, and spices. Dry and bitter finish. Good stuff.