Thursday, December 08, 2011

Pietra

As mentioned this morning, this is an amber ale made with chestnut flour.

Pours clear amber, with a white head.

Aroma is light malt, no hops, and yes, a hint of roast chestnut.  I only know that because I had chestnuts for the first time last Saturday.

Flavor is lightly malty and very clean.  Quite lager-like, actually. Very balanced, not too sweet.

Finish is crisp, with an initial smoothness followed by a cleansing bitterness and then after a short wait, some lingering but light astringency.

A nice simple beer that's a refreshing change from some of the huge holiday Ales in the calendar.

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