Another sunny Sunday, another beer tasting on the balcony.
This time it’s a collaboration with Brew Dog and the Tate, using Lichtenstein for the bottle design.
From the bottle: brewed with rye and US hops, this is a vibrant yet refreshing take on the American pale ale style.
Alc. 5.2%
Ty’s thoughts:
It’s good, hoppy. For me, it leaves a slight liquorice flavour on the back of the mouth. It’s very effervescent. I find it hard to describe the rye flavour – there is something about it that reminds me of rye breads, but it isn’t overtly rye or dark. I’ve known lots of rye beers to be darker in colour.
Charlie’s thoughts:
On a purely aesthetic note, the Lichtenstein inspired label design is awesome. On the beer itself, the first sip I thought it was too bitter for me, but the taste mellows on the second sip. Perhaps it’s the rye in it, but the flavour coats the mouth – and whilst it’s nice, I’m not sure I’d drink more than a half if out. I think maybe the rye gives it a heaviness that adds to that conclusion as well.
Would Ben Eat This? 