Binding Brauerei – Clausthaler Amber

Binding Brauerei – Clausthaler Amber

Amber ale dry-hopped with Cascade hops
Brewed in: Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany
ABV: 0.4%
Bottle
Best By Date: 1/1/17
Tasting on: 1/23/16
Glass: Craft Pint

Aroma: Malty and grassy overtones. Citrus undertones. 8/10

Appearance: Amber with golden highlights, a bit hazy. Off-white head with good retention. 7.5/10

Flavor: Moderate hop bitterness in the beginning followed by dry, medium malt in the middle. The end is moderately sweet, but bitter, with citrus hop characteristics coming through. Bitterness lingers in the aftertaste with a hint of sweetness.  16/20

Mouthfeel: Medium-full body with moderate carbonation. 8/10

Overall Impression: Bitter and somewhat sweet, very similar to hoppy wort. Good hop flavor throughout because of the Cascade dry hopping.  39/50

Final Score: 79% = C