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Castle Danger Brewery – Castle Cream Ale

August 13, 2023

On the left is a golden beer in a stemless wine glass. On the right is a yellow can of beer that says Castle Cream Ale. The glass and can sit on a table.


Castle Danger Brewery – Castle Cream Ale

Cream Ale
Brewed in: Two Harbors, Minnesota
2021 BJCP Style: 1C – Cream Ale
ABV: 5.5%
Malts: Pilsen, Light Munich, Caramel 10, Flaked Corn
Hops: German Hallertau, Hersbrucker, Tettnang
Can
Canned on: 7/11/23
Tasting on: 8/7/23
Glass: Stemless Wine

Aroma: Medium-low honey. Light cracker. Light yeast. 7/12

Appearance: Golden with good clarity. Off-white head with medium bubbles. 2/3

Flavor: Low-medium honey. Low light maltiness with a hint of biscuit. Medium-low bitterness. Low-medium sweetness. Balance is slightly toward bitterness. Minor sweetness and medium bitterness in the aftertaste. 12/20

Mouthfeel: Medium-light body. Moderate carbonation. Generally smooth with occasional light harshness in the finish. 2/5

Overall Impression: A good bitterness level, but the sweetness and occasional harshness detract. 6/10

Final Score: 29/50 C+

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