Cheers To The Land
Barley Brown's Brewpub

tasty new stronger pale ale here from these guys, the exact type of beer i expect them to nail, and sure enough they do. its delicious, hearty and drinkable and satisfying, boldly hoppy but only middle of the road or less on bitterness, and fresh as can be, perfect pale ale for this time of year. close to clear, golden colored but not too light, still perhaps a little crystal malt in the mix, sturdy but not too full, and with a creamy inch of white head on top. it smells and taste familiar in all respects, could be as simple as mosaic and simcoe or citra in this, im not sure, but the hops are fresh, the grain is ever so slightly toasted and off dry, and the ferment is tidy like it always is from these guys. some pine resin, fresh grapefruit and sweet orange, and floral honey to this too, decidedly northwestern but with the bitterness pulled back from the ipa range. it feels soft, slightly oily, and is fast finishing. its got just enough meat on its bones for the weather right now, and hits in that dank range, so nice. not sure what the name means, is there a charity element? something for conservation? just being stoked on nature? either way, this is a mighty fine pale, right in their wheelhouse. recommended!

Draft at Bittercreek Alehouse. Golden pour, light cloudiness, small creamy head. Sweet, grainy aroma. Taste is grainy with a light hop presence presented in a super smooth body. Amazing feel and flavors.