Born Brewing Co. Down By The Bay – American Pale Lager at 5% ABV (C$5.90 at Collective, 473 ml, no packaging date or best before, acquired 6-Jul-2026, reviewed 14-Jul-2026)
Appearance: clear pale straw with two fingers of pillowy white head, excellent retention and moderate stringy lacing. (4/5) Aroma: watermelon flesh and rind, stony minerals, initial faint cattiness. (6/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-low bitter. (7/10) Palate: light body, moderate-lively carbonation, short crisp finish. (4/5)
This one definitely got better as it progressed. Upon first opening, there was a catty note (fine, a urine note) accompanied by green vegetal, and precious little sweet watermelon flesh. However, sweet watermelon gradually grew, while the less appetizing notes faded, making for an ultimately pleasant finish. Can’t say I’d particularly want another, though. (14/20)
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