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Half Acre Beer Company

Tombstone05 from Illinois

4.27/5  rDev +6%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

L: Bright Orange-pink. Lacing is apparent

S: The wheat is evident, but with a little bit of the Half-Acre Hop funk that is so common among their beers.

T: Intense Wheat flavor without being annoying; mainly due to balance with, orange, honey, and lavender.

F: Light initially, well-balanced. Dryer than anticipated finish that is foreshadowed but the hop scent.

O: This beer drinks more like a session IPA- so it's perfect to mix in on a summer day when you aren't feeling another hop monster. pairs well with food- especially burgers/wraps/etc.

Apr 12, 2018

chicagobeerguy from Illinois

4.19/5  rDev +4%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25

L: A light peach color, great great, some lacing

T: A bready, wheaty, bright, flowery, orange, every so slight funk, sweet honey smell

T: A subdued held back version of the smell, but in a delicate way. The flavor is all there but just light. Not in your face bold flavors which is a nice respite from the typical ridiculously juicy hoppy beers that Half Acre makes (not to say they all are that way)

F: Low carb, very smooth, light feel. Finishes dry

O: This beer is great for pairing with a nice light food dish. The flavors are excellent but not overly obnoxious. Very smooth and well crafted.

Jul 29, 2017

bylerteck from Canada (ON)

4.08/5  rDev +1.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Had this a year ago in Chicago. From notes.

Cloudy, golden yellow pour with two fingers of loose fluffy white head. Good lace and retention. Big lemon and floral nose with some grass and that follows through with some passionfruit in the flavour. A bit of juiciness in there too.

Good carbonation and a medium body with milder but recognizable bitterness.

Good stuff. Confused by the unfiltered nature, but it was tasty and definitely drinkable.

Jun 18, 2017

SD-Alefan from South Dakota

4.15/5  rDev +3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

Pours a cloudy straw color with a foamy, dense white head that sticks around with lots of lace.
The aroma is citrus, toast, lemongrass, tropical fruit.
The taste is citrus and cracker with a pithy, bitter finish.
Medium, bubbly and smooth on the tongue.

Feb 12, 2017

justintcoons from Pennsylvania

3.87/5  rDev -4%
look: 4.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

16 oz can poured into a Sam Adams Perfect Pint glass.

Appearance
Hazy blonde with 2 fingers of fluffy white head. Excellent retention and lively carbonation.

Nose
Lemon, tangy wheat, candied citrus, and doughy bread.

Taste
Tangy wheat and lemon zest. Touches of candied citrus and sourdough bread. Hints of bright florals.

Mouthfeel
Light bodied, crisp, clean, and refreshing.

Overall
A mellow flavor profile and light body creates for an extremely quaffable experience.

Jan 27, 2017

tigg924 from Massachusetts

3.28/5  rDev -18.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.25

Pours hazy, light gold in color with one inch head. Taste is wheat, dandelion, and flowery hops. Medium light bodied, slightly bitter, and medium carbonation. Tasty, interesting, above average. Decent beer that I am glad I tried, but nothing that makes me need to rush out to get it again.

Jan 07, 2017

GuyFawkes from Illinois

3.96/5  rDev -1.7%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

Unknown vintage; drank 7/9/15 @ the Yarchives.

Poured from the can into a glass.

Semi-opaque yellow appearance.

HUGE bright white head (careful pouring!); frothy lace.

Lemon & dandelion notes in the nose.

Medium thin mouthfeel.

Lemon & dandelion flavors. This is a refreshing session ale; not real memorable but easy to quaff.

Nov 04, 2016

Benish from Wisconsin

3.89/5  rDev -3.5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

On tap. Color was a hazy yellow with a couple inches of white head. Stiff peaks like whipped cream. The aromas were of mild hops, mainly tropical fruits. Flavors very mild. Hops not as noticeable but is there. Flavors of wheat and a mild sweet malt backbone with subtle hop flavor. It's very clean and simple, not gritty like I expect in some wheat beers. The beer is nothing extraordinary but that is what makes it great. I enjoyed it.

Oct 12, 2016

GreesyFizeek from New York

3.48/5  rDev -13.6%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.5

Can purchased at AJ's Beer Warehouse in Henrietta, NY.

This pours a nice and mostly clear yellow/orange, with a small head, and just a bit of lacing.

Smells like tea, earthy hops, wheat, and mild citrus.

This is suprisingly tame- I expected a bit more out of it. It's a wheat beer, so it doesn't need to be hoppy, but it's definitely marked as such. The tea flavor is interesting- never really gotten that out of Motueka hops before. It's got a pretty earthy, and suprisingly un-citrusy hop flavor to it, with a sort of cream of wheat flavor as well.

This is lighter bodied, a little bit crisp, with a small head.

I'm a bit disappointed in this one- didn't live up to the best versions of this style.

Sep 24, 2016

rodbeermunch from Nevada

4.21/5  rDev +4.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

Really enjoyed these on my trip to Milwaukee 2 years ago, flew into Midway, hit Half Acre up first thing off the plane. Enjoyed the friendly banter with staff and hit this one up relatively early into my sessioning experience at the bar.

Pours a vibrant yellow with minimal cloudiness and a virgin white head 4/5". Aroma smacked of those juicy M hops. Very impressed, possibly the best part of the beer. Good dry and light mouthfeel maltwise, allows the hops to continue to shine. The artwork is pretty dope on the cans too. Those M hops continue to coax the senses with waves of tropical fruit and dry fresh cut grass but without all the allergic reactions. As far as pale wheat beers go, this is almost on the level of that Gumballhead tip.

Sep 19, 2016

hopflyer from Pennsylvania

4.23/5  rDev +5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

on tap @ PJ Whelihans
yellow color with some haze.
lemony, grassy in the nose.
taste follows with the lemon, grass. wheat malts go well and keep bitterness low
light bodied for sure with medium carb. clean finish, assuming due to the wheat
nice wheat ale with an ample kick of light citrusy hops.
Not surprised with finding another winner from Half Acre.

Sep 19, 2016

Stevedore from Oregon

3.71/5  rDev -7.9%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75

16oz can. Served in a snifter glass.

Pours a slightly hazy medium orange body, one finger white head, good retention, lots of lacing. Smells of grain, touch of spice, citrus and a bit of caramel and toffee. Smells crisp and resinous. Flavour is however a bit watery; not so much sweetness, a slightly astringent bitter citrus peel and rind going on the finish. Minimal graininess. Not much sweetness backing it up. Mouthfeel is lighter bodied, somewhat watery, fair bit of carbonation, crisp and even a bit of resin. Overall, somewhat disappointing as I was hoping for more hop flavour as the aroma promises, but it falls fairly short of the likes of Daisy Cutter and other offerings from Half Acre.

Sep 06, 2016

MattyG85 from Minnesota

4.41/5  rDev +9.4%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25

Poured from a 16 oz. can into a chalice.

Appearance: Pours a hazy golden orange with a moderate amount of bubbles. Big two finger white head which settles into a thin creamy layer.

Smell: A juicy and grassy hop forward aroma with a scent of citrus fruit, grass, and wheat grains. Upfront citrus hop scent of orange peel, grapefruit, lemon, lime, and pineapple. Earthy hop hints of grass and pine. Malt scent of wheat, grains, and cracker with yeast. A pretty solid aroma.

Taste: Like it smells, a juicy and grassy hop driven taste with notes of citrus, grass, and wheat grains. Juicy citrus hop notes of grapefruit, orange, lemon zest, and lime with some pineapple. Earthy hop notes of grass and slight pine resin. Malt notes of wheat, grains, and cracker along with some yeast. A pretty nice taste.

Mouthfeel: Medium bodied with a moderate amount of carbonation. Crisp, juicy, and drying on the finish.

Overall: A very good hop forward Wheat ale. Good juicy hop presence with a moderate body.

Sep 04, 2016

emount91 from Connecticut

3.95/5  rDev -2%
look: 3.25 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4

pours a clear golden yellow, nice head that retains well. smell is funky and citrusy: lemons and orange peel dominate but also a sort of belgian/sour funk on the end of the smell. taste is big on the lemon citrus, not much orange, some lime, and that sour/funk that I picked up in the smell is much more apparent in the taste. feel is nice and fuzzy and the wheat adds a pillowy feel to it. overall a good beer, though I have had better beers with wheat in them.

Aug 26, 2016

ZAP from Minnesota

4.77/5  rDev +18.4%
look: 4.5 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.75

L-Golden color...nice frothy but small heard and lacing..

S-Bursting aromas of citrus, and tropical fruits jump from the can when opened and from the glass when poured. Juicy, pulpy fruits of oranges, pineapples, mango, tangerines, lemons and limes. Some peaches noted as well. Really fragrant and juicy smelling. Top score here.

T-More of the same with the citrus and tropical fruits blending nicely.....very juicy hop forward flavor. Nothing jagged or sharp to this. I do get a slight cream of wheat like malt impression as well which is amazing actually considering the onslaught of hops.

F-At first this seemed so loaded with aroma and flavor it seemed more IPA-ish to me but body wise this is an easy drinking with pale ale qualities. Medium bodied..Clean finish.

O-Wow. Did not expect to like this one this much. An all-timer in my opinion.

Aug 18, 2016

ChrisMon02 from Ohio

4/5  rDev -0.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Poured out of a 16 oz. can that had awesome label art.

Yellow murky color with a nice fluffy head-nice lacing clings to the glass. Tropical hops with a slightly bitter wheat finish. One of the best wheat beers I have come across. Would gladly have another and wish I could get this in Ohio. Recommended.

Aug 14, 2016

StonedTrippin from Colorado

4.25/5  rDev +5.5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25

one of the best beers these guys make i think, at least one of the best that makes it to the can. its really really good wheaty pale ale, new zealand hop driven for sure, maybe nelson in here, its fruity and tropical and juicy and drippy and delicious. the wheat is pale but sturdy, giving this a fresh cereal base and a lot of body for such a light and dry beer in general, and thats cool and all, but this is about the hops. fresh lemon without the sour or acidity, orange peel for a flash, and some mango too, its pretty awesome, very definitely new zealand. smoother in the body, bone dry, nicely carbonated, and one of those scary three or four swig pint cans and its gone. one can, no matter what, simply is not enough of this delicious brew. i have been a fan of these guys, but its their hoppy stuff that really does it for me. i wish it came out to colorado, and i have to think it cant be long before it does, seems like beer like this would do really well out here. this is unique enough to be memorable. yum yum yum!

Aug 14, 2016

Ri0 from Wisconsin

3.83/5  rDev -5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75

Poured 16 oz can into snifter. Color is hazy pale yellow with a 2 finger white head and good retention
with splotch lacing on the glass. Aroma is very hoppy with citrus and oranges. Clean malts and some wheat. Flavor of citrus; grapefruit and orange like hops. Some wheat, with a bitter grapefruit rind finish. Medium body with moderate carbonation. Very tasty and not too different from Daisy Cutter.

Aug 14, 2016

Phil-Fresh from California

4.02/5  rDev -0.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

A: Moderate citrus, zippy lemon-lime hoppy aroma with a light bready wheat presence.

A: Bright light yellow, super hazy with a moderate white head that has adequate retention. There is some lacing in the glass.

T: Moderate citrus, lemon-lime hop flavor with moderately light bready flavor with a low hop bitterness.

M: Medium bodied with moderate carbonation.

O: Very solid; the beer has an interesting lemon-lime zippy aroma and flavor that well compliments the bready wheat body. Pretty drinkable.

Aug 08, 2016

MikeWard from Pennsylvania

3.7/5  rDev -8.2%
look: 3.25 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75

12oz bottle into a pint glass. Canned 6/3/16, so about 2 months old.

Cloudy yellow body, small white head. Very good carbonation, but numerous floaties. Ok lacing

Clean, mildly fruity aroma,

Mild flavor, slightly sour, lively carbonation, not much taste at all. Not unpleasant though. Not getting much in the way of hops.

Mouth was a tad below medium.

Overall, a mild inoffensive beer, to be honest, not a lot going on for it.

Aug 01, 2016

metter98 from New York

3.95/5  rDev -2%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4.25

A: The beer is slightly hazy light yellow in color and has no visible carbonation. It poured with a quarter finger high bright white head that died down, leaving lacing on the surface and a narrow collar around the edge of the glass.
S: Light to moderate aromas of lemon and lime hops are present in the nose.
T: The taste mostly follows the smell, wit a bit stronger flavors of lemons and limes and a light amount of bitterness.
M: It feels light- to medium-bodied on the palate with a moderate amount of carbonation.
O: This beer isn't heavy on the palate and has some nice citrusy flavors. It makes for a good summer ale when you want something that's citrusy, but light in body and not that bitter.

Serving type: can

Jul 31, 2016

thepenguin from Massachusetts

4.08/5  rDev +1.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

L: Pours a hazy medium golden-yellow with a very nicely sized head and good foam retention and lacing.

S: Heavy dose of candy-like hops and gummi worms, with some candied oranges. A bit grassy with some sweet citrus behind it. Not the most powerful aroma, but enticing and well-rounded.

T: The flavor is very much on the hoppy side, medium-dry with citrusy, mildly candy-like hops. A bit of orange flavor, wheat malt, and a good deal of grassiness and citrus pith in the finish.

F: Medium-light body with pretty moderate carbonation. While still drinkable, the low carbonation in some of the cans I've had is out of place and should be more consistent.

Thoughts: Probably my favorite offering from Half Acre so far. Very nice flavor and good drinkability, though the inconsistent mouthfeel from can to can needs to be addressed.

Jul 29, 2016

Eamonn-Cummings3 from New York

4.05/5  rDev +0.5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

Poured from a 16oz can into a Spieglau wheat glass.

Look is a light hazy Amber with a thin white head.

Aroma is dank hops and sweet wheat malt.

Taste is a perfect mix of hoppy pale ale and light wheat.

My only complaint is I wish the body were a bit thicker creating a fuller taste.

Jul 26, 2016

Greywulfken from New York

4/5  rDev -0.7%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

I don't drink many wheat beers, and I'm partial to Weihenstephaner's Hefe when I want one, but this was an impulse buy at the store on the owner's suggestion.

Golden body with a faint haze, a coupla fingers of head that slimmed quickly; bubbles streaming from the bottom of the weizen glass throughout. Aromas of citrus, and wheaty grain, and freshly cut flowers. The flavors were essentially the same, citrusy but mildly so, mild bitterness, fresh floral and grain impressions. soft and smooth but with ample carbonation washing the tongue. Clean-finishing, light, and refreshing. A nice beer, and no doubt good for the summer.

Jul 20, 2016

SmangTown from Illinois

3.85/5  rDev -4.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

L- has a hazy golden color to it. Poured a decent amount of head but faded away fairly quickly leaving lacing around the glass.
S- for a wheat beer I'd say it smells VERY hoppy. Hints of some sort of citrus, lemon or orange maybe.
T- mildly hoppy taste, nothing close to an IPA, with strong citrus flavors balanced in very well. Has a dry finish to it.
F- lightly carbonated but still pretty smooth. Easy to drink and light.
O- not like most wheat beers I've had but still a pretty good beer overall. Think they tried to switch it around too much to try something new. Wasn't exactly what I was expecting but I did enjoy it nonetheless. Did a fantastic job balancing the hop and citrus flavors which was one thing I personally enjoyed most about it.

Jun 15, 2016