Known far and wide as being a traditional American beer the Lager style has many fans and many foes just like any other beer style but when a good one is made there is no doubt of the styles refreshing reputation. Holding many highly accredited accolades Steamworks Brewing Company in Durango Colorado offers its customers a take on the traditional style with Steam Engine Lager. This 5.5% ABV brew knows exactly what it’s suppose to be as it powers towards a drinkers hands screeching into the glass with an American classic presentation.
Color:
Steam Engine Lager pours a clear amber color with slight hues of orange and yellow while holding up a creamy pure white head that holds up well leaving rings of lacing around the glass.
Aroma:
A soft sweetness arrives on the nose as the mind quickly remembers a day spent at a brew house with the air full of the aromas of steeped grains along with a slight bready character and citrusy lemon zest note.
Taste:
Right away the palate is taken over by an excellent balance of flavors including honey and caramel complimenting a biscuit note and soft bitter hop that finishes the brew tying the entire package together.
Mouth Feel:
This light bodied brew fills the mouth with a medium level of carbonation and a very smooth texture that brings a crisp and refreshing character over the entire palate and well into the subtle finish.
Suggestion:
No matter a drinkers preferred style it is undeniable that the Lager style holds a unique quality of almost always having just the right amount of refreshing characters. Steam Engine Lager from Steamworks Brewing Company is no exception proving to the drinker sip after sip that it is a very well put together take on the classic American style. Growing in demand Steam Engine Lager can be found at many Denver area beer stores and is one brew that will make an excellent addition to any drinkers 6 pack fridge filled family.
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