M.I.A. Beer Company Mega Mix American Pale Ale at 6% ABV | 50 IBU (US$2.49 at Knightly Spirits Orange Blossom Trail, 355 ml, packaged on 11-Apr-2017, acquired 15-May-2017, reviewed 11-Jun-2017)
Appearance: hazy pale amber with one fat finger of fluffy ivory head diminishing gradually to a thin skim, minimal patchy lacing. (3/5) Aroma: juicy citrus, tropical fruit & pineapple, caramel. (9/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-high bitter. (9/10) Medium body, moderate carbonation, medium duration bitter finish. (4/5)
Really nice balance of bright citrus and tropical fruits on the front end, with just enough mild caramel to stop it from becoming thin or sharp. Finishes clean, with very little residual bitterness. In a lot of ways it’s similar to an NE/IPA – especially in the haziness – but could use a bit better head retention and lacing definition. Well worth making the effort to locate. (17/20)
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