As for the beer within, it is a cloudy
gold ale; not nearly as "white" as most witbiers, but definitely
possessed of some yeastiness. It pours with a manageably thick white
head through which comes a very interesting aroma: wild yeast tinged
with raspberry and cranberry tartness and the suggestion of hops. Unlike
its nose, Rodeo Monk's flavour didn't quite manage to achieve
uniqueness, but it was certainly tasty enough, with sourdough notes
providing the base, some fruit esters the frame, and a decently hoppy
end note the finishing touches.
On reflection,
this beer proved to be quite memorable for me. I've done the white IPA
thing enough times that it's no real mystery to me, and I've quaffed a
fair few Belgian-style-American-style hybrids. What made this beer stand
out was its bountiful berry-tinged nose and, to a lesser extent, its
berry-kissed flavour. I love raspberries, and a beer that can allude to
that beautiful fruit without going overboard is a winner in my books.
Rating: 9.0 out of 10.
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