February 19, 2016 -
Cleaning out some more of the stuff from the fall, tonight I sampled the Samuel Adams Harvest Pumpkin Ale. The first thing I sensed with this one was nutmeg and ginger from the aroma. The taste was a smooth malt flavor. The pumpkin, although present, was not overwhelming like some pumpkin ales are. This one had a nice mix. Really enjoyed this, but it is not a go out of your way to get beer. Find it funny how it uses some of the same malts as the Hoppy Red.
Malts - Samuel Adams two-row pale malt blend, Caramel 60, special B and smoked malt
Hops - East Kent Goldings and Fuggles
Yeast - Top Fermenting Ale
Color - Deep Amber
Special Ingredients - real pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and allspice
Real pumpkin and warming spices like ginger,cinnamon and nutmeg give this brew a smooth, hearty, and inviting character perfect for the crisper days of fall.
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