The Establishment Brewing Company PilsGNAR – Pilsner at 5.2% ABV (C$3.96 at Collective, 473 ml, packaged on 24-Apr-2020, acquired 7-May-2020, reviewed 15-May-2020)
Appearance: bright clear straw with two fingers of loose white head, good retention and spotty lacing. (4/5) Aroma: bready malt, floral/grass, herbal, sulphur. (8/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-low bitter, light spice. (7/10) Palate: medium-light body, moderate-lively carbonation, off-dry medium duration lightly spicy slightly astringent finish. (3/5)
A more straightforward Pils than their Part-Time Model, with a more traditional German-style hop selection. I actually prefer the ANZ-style hopping of the former, but find this one to be almost as crushable, particularly since the traditional sulphur aroma is very restrained. I do find it just a little astringent in the finish, and so not quite at the same level, but solid regardless. (15/20)
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