Shipyard Brewing Company – Seawitch East Coast Blonde

Shipyard Brewing Company – Seawitch East Coast Blonde

Blonde Ale
Brewed in: Portland, Maine
2015 BJCP Style: 18A Blonde Ale
ABV: 4.8%
Bottle
Best By Date: 7/17/16
Tasting on: 8/17/16
Tasting location: Port of Marseille, France (onboard a Princess cruise)
Glass: Pilsner-style
Notes: This beer is brewed exclusively for Princess Cruises.

Aroma: Overtones of light malt. Undertones of minor champagne and breadiness. 8/10

Appearance: Light gold with good clarity. White head with low retention. 8/10

Flavor: Light hop bitterness in the beginning followed by a dry middle with light toasted malt. Mild hop bitterness and slight chalk in the end. The aftertaste is clean with light lemon. 17/20

Mouthfeel: Slightly soft. Medium body. Moderate carbonation. No alcohol. 8.5/10

Overall Impression: Dry and clean with subtle flavors and aromas. 43/50

Final Score: 85% = B-