Blood Brothers Brewing Shumei – American IPA at 7% ABV (C$7.35 at Collective, 473 ml, best before 22-Nov-2022, acquired 28-Feb-2023, reviewed 6-Mar-2023)
Appearance: hazy pale gold with one fat finger of pillowy pale ivory head, excellent retention and moderate soapy lacing. (5/5) Aroma: mild, stone & orchard fruits, citrus, slightly doughy caramel, black tea. (6/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate bitter. (6/10) Palate: medium body, moderate carbonation, slightly sticky medium bitter slightly astringent finish. (3/5)
This one’s appearance is definitely its strong suit. Other than that, it’s got a largely OK albeit somewhat too-mild aroma, and a moderate sweetness (maybe tending a little high) that turns slightly astringent in the finish. This is what I consider a “life’s too short” kind of beer: there’s nothing really wrong with it, but I can’t think of a single reason to ever have it again – especially when I can get better locally-made beers for less money. (13/20)
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