Day 59: Laughing Skull

Name: Laughing Skull

Brewer: Red Brick Brewing Co. (Atlanta, GA)

Classification: Amber Ale

Alcohol: 5.7%

Thoughts: A good Amber Ale is drinkable just about anytime and anywhere with any person in any part of the world. It is a very versatile brew that I use as a go to beer when I am not in the mood for a specific beer. The reason for this is the same reason that makes Laughing Skull a pretty decent beer. See if you can figure it out. It pours a clear amber (that's why it is called an Amber Ale) with a highly carbonated head. The aroma is strangely similar to biscuits with apricot jelly. When you drink this beer it is smooth and the drinkablility is very high. The taste is dry with hints of sweet caramel and hidden hops. Again, very easy to drink and enjoyable at the same time. Did I say that it goes down the throat easy? The only problem with this beer is that despite it being a good beer and well made, there is nothing that sets it apart from other Amber Ales. Some people would think this is a good thing, but as a craft brewer, you need to set yourself apart. Oh well, it is still a right good brew and pretty drinkable. 

Rating: 83/100