Radiant, by Ninkasi Brewing Company: Summer Ale, 6% ABV, 1 pint 6 oz bottle
In the classic Ninkasi style this light summer ale is balance with hops and is bitter for being a summer ale. Their slogan is “Worship the Goddess” referring to Ninkasi, the goddesses of Fermentation, but I feel this brewery might want to look towards Ceres, the Roman goddess of Agriculture. They sure do love their hops.
At first poor there is suggestions of hop and yeast flavors to come but as the foam dissipates the nose becomes a mellow combination of malt with some flowery back tones. Foam retention isn’t a strong point for this beer but who cares as it’s made for a hot summer night when you’re going to want to drink it cold. The taste is similar to an English ESP with just a bit less malt. The mouthfill is smooth and crisp while the hops add a refreshing bitter after taste.
Unfortunately I don’t have any fruit in the house right now because I would love to see how this would compliment a slice a melon or a bowl of cherries. It’s summer time and for me that’s what summer ales should do; compliment the fruits and home grown veggies of the season by cleaning the palate and filling our spirits.
Next Beer: Blue Moon (some times you have to drink on the cheap!)
In the classic Ninkasi style this light summer ale is balance with hops and is bitter for being a summer ale. Their slogan is “Worship the Goddess” referring to Ninkasi, the goddesses of Fermentation, but I feel this brewery might want to look towards Ceres, the Roman goddess of Agriculture. They sure do love their hops.
At first poor there is suggestions of hop and yeast flavors to come but as the foam dissipates the nose becomes a mellow combination of malt with some flowery back tones. Foam retention isn’t a strong point for this beer but who cares as it’s made for a hot summer night when you’re going to want to drink it cold. The taste is similar to an English ESP with just a bit less malt. The mouthfill is smooth and crisp while the hops add a refreshing bitter after taste.
Unfortunately I don’t have any fruit in the house right now because I would love to see how this would compliment a slice a melon or a bowl of cherries. It’s summer time and for me that’s what summer ales should do; compliment the fruits and home grown veggies of the season by cleaning the palate and filling our spirits.
Next Beer: Blue Moon (some times you have to drink on the cheap!)
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