One Barrel Brewing Company – Penguin Pale Ale
One Barrel Brewing Company – Penguin Pale Ale
Pale Ale
Brewed in: Madison, Wisconsin, USA
2015 BJCP Style: 18B. American Pale Ale
ABV: 5.7%
Bottle
Tasting on: 12/27/15
Glass: Craft Pint
Aroma: Overtones of citrus and slightly floral hops. Undertones of light malt. 8.5/10
Appearance: Copper with straw highlights. Off-white head with excellent retention. Excellent clarity. 9/10
Flavor: Minor hop bitterness in the beginning followed by a clean middle with hop bitterness continuing. A moderately dry and bitter ending with minor bubblegum. Citrus hops linger in the aftertaste. 17.5/20
Mouthfeel: Medium body with moderate carbonation. No alcohol. 8.5/10
Overall Impression: Clean and dry with a pleasant bitterness throughout. 45/50
Final Score: 88% = B