Red Trolley Ale
Karl Strauss Brewing Company

Red Trolley AleRed Trolley Ale
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From:
Karl Strauss Brewing Company
 
California, United States
Style:
Irish Red Ale
Ranked #89
ABV:
5.8%
Score:
81
Ranked #25,788
Avg:
3.56 | pDev: 14.33%
Reviews:
160
Ratings:
644
Status:
Active
Rated:
Feb 29, 2024
Added:
Jan 16, 2003
Wants:
  31
Gots:
  182
Red Trolley Ale sets the standard for Irish Reds. Originally brewed as our first holiday ale, this little trolley that could has blossomed into one of the most award-winning beers of all time. Three decades (and counting) later, each batch is still brewed with a half-ton of caramelized malts for a deep copper color, rich toffee aroma, and hints of raisins and currants. There’s no need to wait for the holidays. You can ride this trolley all year long.
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Ratings by Trappissed:
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Reviewed by Trappissed from California

2.77/5  rDev -22.2%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 2.5 | overall: 2.5
On-tap at some bar:

Way too sweet. Cloying. Thick mouthfeel for the style as well. Nothing really positive to say, other than the fact that I'm probably being too generous with my ratings on this one. Sorry Mister Strauss, you have yet to impress me.
Jul 21, 2009
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 3.56 by Chuckdiesel24 from Illinois

Feb 29, 2024
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Reviewed by LeinenkugelDrinker from Nevada

3.66/5  rDev +2.8%
look: 3.25 | smell: 2.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 3.75
Purchased at a local grocery store.

Look: Deep, bright, clear red with a thick white head that quickly subsides.
Smell: Malty and a little sweet.
Taste: Like the smell but more pronounced. Starts off with a full malt flavor that finishes up with a touch of toffee sweetness.
Feel: Excellent. Low in mouth and smooth.
Overall: This is a great beer that I would highly recommend.
Feb 23, 2024
 
 
Rated: 3.39 by jordanginsberg from Louisiana

Jan 28, 2024
 
Rated: 3.43 by rawbraves from Colorado

Jan 10, 2024
 
Rated: 4.05 by Eychung from New York

Dec 29, 2023
 
Rated: 3.75 by Mcgarro from Japan

Oct 10, 2023
 
Rated: 3.57 by emwilke from Nevada

Sep 20, 2023
 
Rated: 4.06 by rpmello81 from California

Mar 18, 2023
 
Rated: 3.5 by mpenske from California

Feb 11, 2023
 
Rated: 2.75 by Crabmando from Ohio

Jan 28, 2023
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Rated by Brumaster77 from North Carolina

3.77/5  rDev +5.9%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Poured from draft into 12 Oz glass copper amber tone, and light head. Hints of caramel some sweet from caramel dry decent finish.
smooth overall.
Dec 18, 2022
 
Rated: 3.29 by TMoney2591 from Illinois

Feb 21, 2022
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Reviewed by Christianriveraaa

3.87/5  rDev +8.7%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 3.75
Look: reddish with a mix of brown. Slight carbonation continue to rises with a low head.
Smell: Hints of caramel and toffee.
Taste: Sweet front taste of caramel and toffee as smelled.
Feel: Nice dry - smooth finish.
Overall: Nice beer to enjoy after a long day at work or if you just want to relax.
Feb 20, 2022
 
Rated: 4.65 by JoshDupass

Jan 21, 2022
 
Rated: 3.68 by irishevans from California

Jan 19, 2022
 
Rated: 3.69 by mkh012 from Colorado

Oct 24, 2021
 
Rated: 3.68 by bankboy66 from New Jersey

Jul 27, 2021
 
Rated: 3.68 by Curt3 from Ohio

Jul 24, 2021
Red Trolley Ale from Karl Strauss Brewing Company
Beer rating: 81 out of 100 with 644 ratings