La Corte Real
Microbrasserie Le Naufrageur

La Corte RealLa Corte Real
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From:
Microbrasserie Le Naufrageur
 
Quebec, Canada
Style:
American Pale Ale
ABV:
6%
Score:
86
Avg:
3.83 | pDev: 8.88%
Reviews:
19
Ratings:
34
Status:
Active
Rated:
Mar 27, 2018
Added:
Feb 14, 2009
Wants:
  0
Gots:
  4
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Ratings by Otterburn:
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Reviewed by Otterburn from Canada (QC)

3.65/5  rDev -4.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Poured into my pint.
amber color, low carbonation, small cream head,

smell is fruity. like orange and grapefruit

taste is bitter/acid like grapefruit. Fruity at first and then suddently become kind of patsy and thicker for the after-taste. Some herbal flavors

mf: oily, medium thick, light carb.

drinkability. the balance of the ingredients is not quite perfect, but all in all it goes down pretty good
Feb 04, 2011
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Reviewed by Maxpower086 from Canada (QC)

3.81/5  rDev -0.5%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4
Colour: sun burnt orange with nice thick head which dissipates quickly.

smell is subtle, hoppy, and fresh florals. some citrus of orange and lemon

The taste at first is nice and bitter; followed by what I like to call 'happy hops' (good hops and lots of it) there are some deep and underlying floral notes and some sweet orange. Not sure if I'm off but also a bit of fresh cut grass and maybe a dash of ginger?

Overall; a good refreshing one for a sunny Saturday afternoon!
Mar 27, 2018
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Reviewed by eberesford from Canada (ON)

3.75/5  rDev -2.1%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Pours straw yellow with light head and good lacing. Aroma slightly sweet with a hint of grapefruit. In the mouth the bitterness is reminiscent of grapefruit rind with some honeyish sweetness and pepper.
Aug 27, 2017
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Reviewed by biegaman from Canada (ON)

3.42/5  rDev -10.7%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.5
La Corte Real is murky with a blistering orange colour, making it both cloudy and sun-kissed. The little flakes of yeast sediment may be indicative of a lack of freshness or, judging by the over-eager carbonation, perhaps it's a bottle-conditioning issue; foam climbs until it's higher than the glass itself.

The aroma - or lack thereof - gives further reason to suspect something's not quite as it should be. Considering the label boasts of many features of Centennial hops it's odd not to find any in the bouquet (though I'm tempted to believe they're stuck and suffocating under that giant mattress of a head).

The taste is only minimally more hoppy. Breezy florals and leafy, 'green' herbal notes make cameo appearances but certainly don't steal the show. In fact, this production has no star; maltiness is plain and suggests cheap grain was used in the recipe. Regardless, La Corte Real simply isn't that flavourful.

More concerning, however, is that this pale ale has a certain 'homebrew' quality to it. Each sip includes an undesirable warming, prickling sensation in the mouth and throat. Some sips can taste reminiscent of wet bread crumbs and the finish combines canned pineapple juice with raw pine bark. Not great.

While there's no real infection, and although my scores are far from those of others, I've got to believe its brewer would not be thrilled with this bottle of La Corte Real. Then again, it was shipped out and allowed to be sold. And at more than $5 for the 500ml I won't be rolling the dice again.
Dec 02, 2015
 
Rated: 4.35 by theDuck from Canada (QC)

Nov 26, 2015
 
Rated: 3.85 by TimWakimika from Canada (QC)

Aug 14, 2015
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Reviewed by DaveBar from Canada (ON)

3.5/5  rDev -8.6%
Got on trade from Curtis. Thx Curtis! Served at 4deg C in a draught glass.

A- 3.5- Opens well and pours a tiny head that is gone fast. Filtered clear and medium gold

S- 3.5- Ok hops here. Good malt back bone

T- 3.75- Nice blend. Nothing overpowers which is a good sign of a good brewer. Light

M- 3.75- Nice and dry. Good aftertaste on the hops. Malt kicks in at the end

O- 3.66- This is what I wish I could give the beer. Nice refreshing but limited.

Food Pairing

This nice light pale ale went well with...... Roasted Turkey with the fixings

Enjoy your Thanksgiving!
Oct 13, 2014
 
Rated: 3.5 by lgmol from Canada (NS)

Oct 09, 2014
 
Rated: 4.12 by BrunoPettipas from Canada (QC)

Aug 13, 2014
 
Rated: 3 by Triat00 from Canada (QC)

Aug 09, 2014
 
Rated: 4 by CurtisD from Canada (NB)

Jul 16, 2014
 
Rated: 3.75 by Socialiste from Canada (QC)

May 18, 2014
 
Rated: 4 by Ivanhoes_Backpack from Canada (NB)

Mar 12, 2014
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Reviewed by DoreenAndDave from Maine

3.53/5  rDev -7.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Beer is an attractive gauzy golden color. Not much head, but some nice lacing. Aroma is some light bread, biscuits, and yeast, along with some faint lemon/orange hops. Taste is straightforward. Light but solid malt up front, with a crisp, dry finish with some orangey/hoppy notes. Mouthfeel is fine. Overall, a good, but not great APA. Crisp and refreshing and very drinkable, but nothing too out of the ordinary.
Sep 11, 2013
 
Rated: 3.75 by NDG07 from Canada (QC)

Jul 25, 2013
 
Rated: 3.75 by kelvarnsen from Canada (ON)

Apr 05, 2013
 
Rated: 4 by Krakpoff from Canada (QC)

Apr 01, 2013
 
Rated: 4 by KalanM from Canada (BC)

Nov 29, 2012
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Reviewed by spinrsx from Canada (ON)

3.4/5  rDev -11.2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3
500ml Bottle from Marche Omni QC for 5$ - listed as 5.6% - brewed in August

Appearance - Clear copper colour with an average size fizzy beige coloured head. There is an average amount of carbonation and there is some faint lacing. The head lasted for around 4-5 minutes.

Smell - Malts, caramel, grassy hops

Taste & Mouth - There is an average amount of carbonation and I can taste hops, malts, grass, and caramel/toffee. There is also some candied grapefruit and a sugary sweetness. There is something slightly astringent and a pretty hoppy aftertaste.

Overall - Probably shouldn't be listed as an American Pale ale.. It's more of an English version if anything. I definitely expected more from this one based on previous reviews, it tastes a little bit like a home brew ESB.
Oct 15, 2012
 
Rated: 4.25 by Molson2000 from Canada (ON)

Sep 10, 2012
La Corte Real from Microbrasserie Le Naufrageur
Beer rating: 86 out of 100 with 34 ratings