Great Lakes Brewing Company – Conway’s Irish Ale

Great Lakes Brewing Company – Conway’s Irish Ale

Irish-style Ale
ABV: 6.5%
IBU: 25
Bottled
Best By Date: 3/22/15
Tasting on: 1/28/15
Glass: Craft Pint

Aroma: Overtones of fresh yeast and minor hop bitterness. Undertones of hop spiciness and dry malt.  8/10

Appearance: Copper brown body with excellent clarity. Tan head. 9/10

Flavor: Dry malt in the beginning with mild, non-sweet berry notes. Hops arrive in the middle with little flavor definition, but bitterness that complements the dry malt. Toasted malt adds warmness at the end before quick hop bitterness begins the crisp, clean aftertaste. 18.5/20

Mouthfeel: Full body with moderate carbonation. No alcohol. 9/10

Overall Impression: A full-bodied ale that showcases a satisfying malt profile against a hop background with just the right amount of bitterness.  47/50

Final Score: 92%