Ballast Point Brewing Company – Pale Ale The Original

Ballast Point Brewing Company – Pale Ale The Original

Kölsch Style Ale
BJCP Style: 6C. Kölsch
ABV: 5.2%
IBU: 23
Bottle
Bottled on: 11/28/14
Tasting on: 2/11/15
Glass: Craft Pint

Aroma: Overtones of yeast and mild malt sweetness.  Undertones of minor hops with hints of dry fruitiness.  8/10

Appearance: Golden with excellent clarity.  Pale white head with low retention. 8/10

Flavor: Slight malt fruitiness at the beginning with a clean, lager-like middle. Mild citrus hops in the end, along with some minor nutty flavors. Stale aftertaste. 16/20

Mouthfeel: Medium body with moderate to high carbonation. Minor alcohol. 8/10

Overall Impression: At its best when clean flavors come through, but a stale aftertaste detracts from the beer. 40/50

Final Score: 80%