1001 BEERS - #10. 5 Barrel Pale Ale

                                                      

# 10: 5 Barrel Pale Ale

Odell Brewing Company - USA

5.2% ABV - Pale Ale (Amber)

E: Bright amber, a little haze with a dense white head

N: Spicy and citrus aromas from the hops with a slight nutty undertone.

P: On the palate bold notes of yeast and bread, with an initial hop bitterness and a sweet malty finish.

M: Creamy with a zing of carbonation, it has a biscuity malt finish with a slight drying.

Other comments: Bold aromas and big flavours with this pale ale.  A good example, although not to everyone's taste.

Food Pairings: Steak with a peppercorn sauce - sweet malts complimenting caramelisation of steak fats, whilst the spicy hops balance the fats and compliment the spicy hops.

SCORE: 3.25/5

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