Sierra Nevada Brewing Company – Summerfest

Sierra Nevada Brewing Company – Summerfest

Crisp Lager
BJCP Style:  2B. Bohemian Pilsener
ABV: 5.0%
Bottle
Bottled on: 5/11/15
Tasting on: 7/11/15
Glass: Pilsner

Aroma: Overtones of lager yeast. Undertones of light malt, faint hops and a hint of sweetness. 8.5/10

Appearance: Straw with a sustained white head. Excellent clarity. 8.5/10

Flavor: Mild hop bitterness in the beginning followed by a dry, slightly sweet middle. The ending is crisp and clean, and the aftertaste sums up the beer with malt, a hint of citrus hops and lager yeast. 16.5/20

Mouthfeel: Medium body with high carbonation. No alcohol. 8/10

Overall Impression: A crisp and clean, but basic pilsner-style lager. Not as impressive as Sierra Nevada’s Nooner Pilsner. 41/50

Final Score: 83%