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From:
Atwater Brewery
 
Michigan, United States
Style:
Kölsch
Ranked #239
ABV:
4.5%
Score:
78
Ranked #26,820
Avg:
3.37 | pDev: 15.73%
Reviews:
22
Ratings:
67
Status:
Active
Rated:
May 03, 2023
Added:
May 19, 2007
Wants:
  0
Gots:
  15
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Ratings by proc:
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Reviewed by proc from Michigan

4/5  rDev +18.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
This is a solid, summertime, Kolsch from the fine folks at Atwater. Pours out to a bright gold in the glass with an average-sized head. Aroma is that of light citrus and bread dough. The taste is good, with lemon and other citrus flavors peaking their head out in front of the slightly yeasty finish. This is a very, easy to drink beer. Don't let the word "Light" in the title fool you. Its flavorful. I think I've found an addition to my summer beer rotation.
Jun 18, 2007
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 3.5 by atlbravsrno1 from Maine

May 03, 2023
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Reviewed by JimboBrews54 from Michigan

4/5  rDev +18.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Wheat back bone, slightly sweet nose. Pours hazy golden with quick white foam. The light cereal malts come out in the taste with a slight tartness and a dry finish. Light body, light fizz, slightly watery.
Apr 01, 2019
 
Rated: 3.19 by zaraspook from Illinois

Mar 15, 2017
 
Rated: 3.35 by Jonathan-Morgan from Florida

Aug 28, 2016
 
Rated: 3.63 by Taphouse_Traveler from Florida

Aug 28, 2016
 
Rated: 3.71 by ikidunot from Canada (ON)

Aug 23, 2016
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Reviewed by TinyRicks from Michigan

3.09/5  rDev -8.3%
look: 3.25 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.25
I wasn't really sure what to expect with this beer. I recently tried Atwater's Dirty Blonde Ale - which I was extremely impressed with - so I decided to give D-Light a try. Verdict: not anything special. It tastes like a fancy Miller Lite... seriously. Which I don't find to be bad - however it's not something I'll pay 10.99 ever again for. It had very little flavor and lacked any interesting.
May 24, 2016
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Reviewed by Jon_Hendricks from Pennsylvania

4/5  rDev +18.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Appearance: Pours slightly hazy golden straw color.

Overall: D-Light has a very mild aroma with a little lemon, bread dough and grapefruit. Taste of lemon, pear, cracker, bread and light pepper. This beer is very smooth, crisp, and slightly dry. Wonderful summer beer.
Apr 26, 2016
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Reviewed by brandongoblue24 from Michigan

4.01/5  rDev +19%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
12 oz. bottle poured into a shaker pint.

L: Pale gold, with great clarity for a bottle-conditioned beer. A delicate, 2-finger white head which sank down to an eight inch, where it remained. A pretty, effervescent drink.

S: Subtle is the name of the game. Well balanced, with equal parts pear/cherry, citrus, and biscuity malts. Very clean.

T: Follows the nose. Well balanced, and pear/citrus combo comes out a bit stronger. Well done!

M: Crisp, clean, and refreshing. Good carbonation. Afterwards it was almost TOO crisp, leaning on slightly harsh even.

O: A well crafted, well balanced offering from Atwater. It's not going to knock your socks off, but then again, it's a Kolsch - it's not supposed to. Well done!
Jan 11, 2016
 
Rated: 3.12 by jrborchert74 from Michigan

Sep 18, 2015
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Reviewed by Raime from Korea (North)

3.28/5  rDev -2.7%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Atwater Brewing D-Light.

Atwater has always remained ' that ' brewery I go to when I'm in the singles section and just need something to finish out a mix a six. Seldom make anything that blows me away, but usually a solid beer for a $1.69 bottle. I'm hoping this one follows.

Look - Pours a slightly darker shade of yellow with a massive frothy and bubbly white head that lingers forever. Carbonation is massive and hurricane like and I also see floating sediment in my glass...for a Kölsch? Really guys? Quality control much?. Leaves some pretty good lacing. 3.5.

Smell - Alright then..Well this is a bit awkward but this beer smells like ( Insert Generic American Adjunct Lager Here ).. smells Creamed corn like. 3.

Taste - It really just tastes like a very finely balanced adjunct lager with a smidge of authentic honey. A bit of grapeyness. 3.25.

Feel - Body is heavily carbonated with a full mouthfeel. Quite creamy due to the well retained head. 3.5.

Overall - Welllll...where are the hops? I know these guys aren't meant to be overly loaded with flavor, but this one didn't even have a smidge of those guys. Do not get me wrong, if this were just a plain ole adjunct it would likely be my favorite due to the balance. But..it isn't an adjunct. A better Kölsch would definitely be Lawn Seat by GLBC. I'd have this again...if given. But why pay $7.99 for a sixer when I can get the similar PBR for $10 a twelve?. 3.25
Aug 20, 2015
 
Rated: 3.75 by NSXAG from Arizona

Jul 03, 2015
 
Rated: 3.73 by EvTocz from Michigan

Jun 25, 2015
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Rated by JKG from Florida

4.21/5  rDev +24.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
Local MI brew great lawnmower brew.
Jun 01, 2015
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Reviewed by Billet from Michigan

4/5  rDev +18.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
A solid Kolsch style brew. It looks the part with a nice clear pale yellow appearance and good carbonation. Smell is light and mildly citrus. The flavors are smooth and somewhat subtle, on par for the style. Up front, there is a slight lemon grass flavor. The spicy noble hops have a very noticeable presence in the finish. It is a refreshing brew that is good anytime and also pairs well with food. Well done.
May 23, 2015
 
Rated: 2.9 by entenduintransit from Tennessee

May 15, 2015
 
Rated: 3.77 by IronLover from Pennsylvania

Feb 04, 2015
 
Rated: 3.35 by joe12pk from Michigan

Oct 31, 2014
 
Rated: 3.32 by ESchweers from Michigan

Oct 21, 2014
D-light from Atwater Brewery
Beer rating: 78 out of 100 with 67 ratings