Day 203: Kitchen Sink Amber Ale (Homebrew)

Name: Kitchen Sink Amber Ale

Brewer: Big Eared Dog Brewery (Matt & Anna's House, Durham, NC) 

Classification: Amber Ale

Alcohol: ?

Thoughts: The wife and I went over to our friends Matt and Anna's house for some dinner and board games. We also went over because Matt had just finished his first batch of homebrew and was willing to share his creation. He decided to make an Amber Ale which turned out to be an excellent decision. Kitchen Sink Amber Ale poured a light amber color with a tinge of orange shining through it. The head was pretty big in the picture but on other occasions it settled better. The aroma was rich in malts with a bit of sweetness and some floral hops to create an engaging and sensual smell. The taste had a bit more hops involved than did the smell, but the biscuity malts and subtle sweetness still hit the spot. The best part of this brew and probably the best part of any homebrew was the freshness. There was no staleness or tartness from this sitting in a warehouse or on a shelf. Along with being fresh this beer was mild and balanced. Pretty amazing for a first time homebrewer. I hope to start my homebrewing adventures by the end of February, and I hope it turns out to be as good as Matt's did. 

Rating: 87/100