Stevens Point Brewery – Whole Hog Pumpkin Ale

Stevens Point Brewery – Whole Hog Pumpkin Ale

Pumpkin Ale
ABV: 7.5%
IBU: 10
Bottle
Bottled on: 7/1/15
Tasting on: 10/2/15
Glass: Tulip

Aroma: Overtones of real pumpkin and pumpkin pie spices. Undertones of bread and hops. 9.5/10

Appearance: Hazy. Rich deep orange with golden highlights. Off-white head with decent retention. 9/10

Flavor: Moderate hop bitterness and pumpkin pie spices in the beginning, followed by fresh pumpkin and appropriate (light) sweetness.  Dry spices and moderate hop bitterness in the end. Lingering sweetness and spices in the aftertaste. 17.5/20

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

Overall Impression: The use of real pumpkin, along with a hop backbone that supports the spices, makes for a very good pumpkin ale. 46/50

Final Score: 91%