My
beer showed up looking quite pretty--a slightly rosy brown ale; cloudy
and covered with a thin covering of off-white head. It had a cute aroma
to match, with gentle tartness, berry notes, and, in small measure, some red wine tannins. The beer wasn't as sour as I was expecting--it was
tart at most. As for the blackberry, the flavour wasn't aggressive or
showy. It was, however, both chipper and subtle. The mouthfeel was
bright and light, but the stuff wasn't as fizzy as I wanted it to be.
Beer
and blackberries are a great combo, and Indie Ale House linked them
together pleasingly. Fallen Idol is a very agreeable little brew. I
wasn't sure what food I'd pair it with until garlicky mussels showed up
for the woman dining behind me. The flavours and aromas had me
salivating like a hound, despite my full belly. Perhaps it was an odd
choice for a wintery day, but F.I. really hit the spot.
Rating: 8.5 out of 10.
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