I just can’t resist the name Nut Brown Ale, especially on a snowy day.
Beer: Fireside Nut Brown
Brewer: Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company
Source: 12 oz bottle
Rating: * (5.7 of 10)
Comments: Not all Nut Browns are created equal. This one had the earthy brown color and a musty aroma, but OMG! this beer is so sweet. I’m just overwhelmed by the caramel sweetness and the sticky mouthfeel it leaves behind. It’s not a bad beer otherwise, but it definitely is a stumbling block to greatness that it can’t overcome. Overly sweet seems to be a problem with Leinenkugel’s beer. Maybe they like it that way in Wisconsin?
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