Upland Brewing Company – Champagne Velvet

Upland Brewing Company – Champagne Velvet

Pre-Prohibition Pilsener
BJCP Style: 2C. Classic American Pilsner
ABV: 5.5%
IBU: 29
Bottle
Best By Date: 11/1/15
Tasting on: 8/14/15
Glass: Pilsner

Aroma: Overtones of slight citrus hops. Undertones of lager, clean light malt and a hint of honey. 8/10

Appearance: Straw to gold. Excellent clarity. Off-white head with decent retention.  8/10

Flavor: Hint of hop bitterness in the beginning followed by a clean, mostly dry middle. The ending is grainy and malty with some hop bitterness.  Lingering pale malt and a hint of bubblegum in the aftertaste. 17.5/20

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

Overall Impression: Clean and mostly dry with a crisp bitterness at the end.  42.5/50

Final Score: 84%