New Glarus Brewing Company – Kid Kolsch

New Glarus Brewing Company - Kid Kolsch

New Glarus Brewing Company – Kid Kolsch

Kolsch
Brewed in: New Glarus, Wisconsin
2015 BJCP Style: 5B – Kolsch
Bottle
Best By Date: December 2019
Tasting on: 9/22/19
Glass: Pilsner

Aroma: Overtones of low lager yeast character and minor warm light-toasted malt. Undertones of light bright hops and, initially, very minor sulfur. 8.5/10

Appearance: Deep straw to yellow with a slight haze. Bright white head with fine to small bubbles and excellent retention. 9.5/10

Flavor: Medium hop bitterness in the beginning. A dry middle with minor perceived sweetness from the moderate soft wheat and minor banana character. Light lemon hop character in the middle as well. Light hop bitterness and maltiness in the end. Lasting soft wheat and light banana in the aftertaste. 18/20

Mouthfeel: Soft with a light body. Moderate-high carbonation. No alcohol. 8.5/10

Overall Impression: This beer gave the impression of a German Pils with a light banana bread background. 45/50

Final Score: 90% B

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