The Subtle Art of Pumpkining the World
Proclamation Ale Company

Canned on 8/14/24; consumed on 10/31/24

Pours a foggy, ruby hue capped with a half-finger of frothy, off-white foam; mediocre head retention leaves a few vague, paper-thin islands of cap, slim, creamy collar, and minimal lacing clinging to the walls of the glass.

Aromas of caramel syrup lean into semi-roasty molasses, while gentle maple residuals meander to tinges of pumpkin as the bouquet evolves.

Taste opens to sensations of burnt brown bread and tepid molasses, with an off maple subtext peaking to a uniquely unpleasant metallic finish.

Mouthfeel brings a medium-light body and moderate-low carbonation, dispersing taut, crisp textures through the mid-palate into dry, subtle roast accenting and otherwise clean finish.

A promising nose crumbles into myriad base unpleasantries; a weakly semi-sweet and metallic mess results as tons of potential is lost in poor execution.

A good Pumpkin Beer!!! Poured from a16 oz can into a pint glass, this beer featured a slightly hazy (on first pour) amber/orange color with a small, bubbly off-white/light tan head. Head retention is about average and there is no lacing on the glass. Subsequent pours are much more hazy. Aroma and taste feature slightly sweet bready malt with some fresh pumpkin and light pumpkin spices. There is a little vanilla here too. The pumpkin spices ae not overdone and the smell and flavor are pleasant. Mouthfeel is smooth and moderately rich. The blend of maltimess, pumpkin and pumpkin spices is well done and the beer goes down easy.