Liquid Amber
Prescott Brewing Company

Liquid AmberLiquid Amber
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From:
Prescott Brewing Company
 
Arizona, United States
Style:
American Amber / Red Ale
ABV:
Not listed
Score:
81
Avg:
3.53 | pDev: 13.03%
Reviews:
20
Ratings:
57
Status:
Active
Rated:
Nov 24, 2019
Added:
Mar 01, 2005
Wants:
  0
Gots:
  18
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Ratings by Lucklys:
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Reviewed by Lucklys from Arizona

3.83/5  rDev +8.5%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4
Poured into my snifter, it shone a dark honey-amber color with golden-copper highlights peeking through the slightly murky/cloudy liquid. The off-white head gradually built to an inch thick at the rate I poured the beer, and just as gradually dissipated to a thin ring. There was quite a bit of initial carbonation sticking in rings around the glass under the liquid, but as the beer sat, it quickly disappeared. There was little head retention and little to no lacing left behind.

Sticking my nose in the glass, I immediately came away with something woody, but nothing I could put my finger on. The overall smell of the Liquid Amber was quite subtle and it took me a few good sniffs to pick out everything confidently, but as the beer warmed, the different aromas became prominent enough to attend to. There were some burnt caramel and honey notes smothering a lightly sweet malt at the forefront, closely followed by caramelized brown sugar mixed into a thick molasses. Hiding way in the back, something reminiscent of a wet, earthy bran brought up the rear and dismissed anything that might have resembled hops. Only after a bit of research did I find out that this beer is supposedly brewed with Tettnang hops, which are an original noble aroma hop from the Tettnang region of Germany that provide a light spicy, woody nose and soft bitterness to the flavor that is normally ideal for lagers and wheat beers.

My first taste of this brew was utter shock at the thin and watery texture. Before I could knock it down for mouthfeel, I realized my mouth felt like it had been coated in a slick, wet film that lasted for a good while after each swallow - keeping the beer very smooth with very little dryness. The taste was just as subtle as the smell, even with the liquid backing it up, and I had to take two or three swigs before I really tasted anything. I found that letting it warm a little enhanced the flavors and mouthfeel as well as the smells, and it turned out to be much more enjoyable when it wasn't fresh from the fridge. At the beginning of each sip, I enjoyed a quick tingly zest right at the back of the roof of my mouth for a short second before my tongue was flooded with the slightly oily, wet wave of caramel and honey. I'm not sure what kinds of malts were used in this brew, but I found light hints of sweet bran and maybe a touch of rye leaking through the early caramel.
Nov 17, 2010
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 3.9 by Sayb from Arizona

Nov 24, 2019
 
Rated: 3.63 by EAR from Arizona

Jul 21, 2019
 
Rated: 3.5 by NickThePyro from Washington

Apr 01, 2019
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Reviewed by Beer_Right_Back from Arizona

3.25/5  rDev -7.9%
look: 3.25 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.25
This amber is bright and sweet, with a smokey and nutty finish, making it it complex and challenging for the drinker. It's no surprise to us that this beer is made by Prescott Brewing Company, as it continues their stellar record of making great, drinkable beers.
Feb 17, 2019
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Reviewed by jwc215 from Arizona

3.47/5  rDev -1.7%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
12 oz. can -

Pours light copper to amber. Little head disappears. Minimal to no lacing.

The smell is of light caramel, subtle hint of toast. Some fruity notes, especially melon.

The taste is of light caramel. Melon - hint of citrus. Medium to light sweetness and a hint of tea in the finish.

Light-bodied. Pretty smooth.

Not bad, but forgettable. A decent, standard amber ale.
Feb 02, 2019
 
Rated: 4.68 by tliuzzo from Arizona

Sep 01, 2018
 
Rated: 3.37 by robebo44 from Virginia

Jun 14, 2018
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Reviewed by CLSimps from Arizona

3.4/5  rDev -3.7%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Pours a clear amber with a slight head with some lacing. I didn’t get much from this to be honest, there’s a sweet hint in the nose and taste, apples maybe? Slight malt reminded me of cider in a way. Very easy drinking, just not a lot of guts to it, maybe an old can?
Jan 19, 2018
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Reviewed by superwho24 from Arkansas

4.33/5  rDev +22.7%
look: 3.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
Look: clear, light amber. Very little head retention
Smell: biscuits, peanuts, cheese
Taste: caramel and toffee
Feel: good
Overall: y’all gotta try this
Dec 31, 2017
 
Rated: 3.54 by 6thstreetbrewpub from District of Columbia

Dec 03, 2017
 
Rated: 4.25 by Lagerquestrian from Texas

May 08, 2017
 
Rated: 3.6 by BeerForMuscle from New Jersey

Apr 02, 2017
 
Rated: 3.25 by kfirestone from Arizona

Mar 25, 2016
 
Rated: 3.92 by Azpittil57 from Arizona

Feb 08, 2016
 
Rated: 3.5 by DeadeyeOTDO from Arizona

Oct 27, 2015
 
Rated: 3 by Tertullian007 from Missouri

Jul 23, 2015
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Rated by sunsjammer from Arizona

3.52/5  rDev -0.3%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
on tap at Charley Clark's, Pinetop AZ, on 7/12.
Jul 13, 2015
 
Rated: 3.78 by vader06 from Michigan

Jun 24, 2015
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Reviewed by Flagwanderbrew86 from Arizona

4.54/5  rDev +28.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.75 | overall: 4.5
A malty, flavorful but clean finishing medium-bodied amber ale. It's an amber, what more do you want?
Approachable, full-flavored, and in CANS! Solid beer from N AZ.
Jun 19, 2015
Liquid Amber from Prescott Brewing Company
Beer rating: 81 out of 100 with 57 ratings