Milwaukee Brewing Company – Sasquash

Milwaukee Brewing Company – Sasquash

Pumpkin Porter
ABV: 5.6%
IBU: 12.5
Bottle
Tasting on: 9/18/15
Glass: Stout

Aroma: Overtones of moderate pumpkin, sweet potato, and spices (especially cinnamon). Undertones of chocolate, malt and minor hops. Similar to pumpkin pie and brownies. 9/10

Appearance: Dark brown with dark amber highlights when held to light. Tan head with fine bubbles and excellent retention. 9/10

Flavor: Very subtle pumpkin in the beginning, followed by a clean, dry middle with dark roasted malt. Dry cinnamon in the end, along with mild hop bitterness. Cinnamon, hops and dark roasted malt continue in the aftertaste. 16/20

Mouthfeel: Creamy. Medium-full body with moderate carbonation. No alcohol. 8.5/10

Overall Impression: Subtler pumpkin/sweet potato flavor than the aroma suggests. Clean malt profile. 42/50

Final Score: 85%