Bent River Brewing Company – Sweet Potato Ale

Bent River Brewing Company – Sweet Potato Ale

Sweet Potato Ale
ABV: 4.81%
IBU: 20.4
Bottle
Tasting on: 10/11/15
Glass: Wheat

Aroma: Overtones of citrus hops. Undertones of sweet potato and a bit of bread. 8/10

Appearance: Hazy orange with straw highlights. White head with good retention. 8/10

Flavor: Mild hop bitterness in the beginning followed by subtle sweet potato in the middle. Dull dry sweetness in the end, along with hints of bubblegum and mint. Lingering sweet potato sweetness in the aftertaste. 16.5/20

Mouthfeel: Medium body with low-moderate carbonation. No alcohol. 8/10

Overall Impression: The subtle sweet potato adds depth of flavor to the wheat. It’s nice to have a fall seasonal that isn’t an Oktoberfest or a pumpkin ale. 41/50

Final Score: 82% = C