West 25th Steet
Great Lakes Brewing Co.

Got a pint of this in Heinens since it was on draft. Was not sure what to expect. Came out with a beautiful clearness. Smell was fine and nothing incredibly notable. The taste and feel were incredibly smooth. I drank it incredibly quick and would have for sure had another if I did not head out. Too bad this one is only on draft at certain times at certain places. Would love to get my hands on a 6 pack of this.

 

Got a growler of this at a Heinen's grocery store yesterday. Poured into one of my weizen glasses, this beer pours a surprisingly clear, medium to dark golden color with lots of streams of little bubbles continuously and fairly rapidly rising to the beer's surface. Has a white head that's about an inch thick when first poured that settles to a solid 1/4 of an inch thick ring with a thick ring foam lining the inside of the glass and decent lacing. Aromas of some bready malt sweetness, wheat, and certainly some banana and clove. Also a slight spice smell. The taste is pretty much the same, with bready, caramel malt sweetness that gives way to wheat, clove and banana. Also a bit of bubblegum and spice. Has a slight hop presence that adds a bit of bitterness. I do wish the whole flavor profile was a bit stronger overall here. Has a mainly crisp, yet smooth and slightly frothy, medium bodied mouthfeel with moderate carbonation. Has a clean finish. Not a bad beer at all, it just seems to be missing a little something. Worth a try.

Eric