Review from THE NOTEBOOK, originally tasted February 25th, 2012.
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| Boulevard Amber Ale (Amber Ale) |
Style: Amber Ale
ABV: 5.1%
What the brewer says...
"Boulevard Amber Ale is an exceptionally well-balanced beer, complex yet thirst-quenching. American pale malt provides a firm foundation. English specialty malts impart a nutty sweetness, perfectly complemented by noble German hops. The deep coppery color holds the light, reflecting a ruddy glow, and the finish is clean, round, and delicious."
What I say...
I'm a fairly big amber ale fan. When I was still cutting my teeth on beer, brews such as Rickards Red and Keith's Amber Ale served as a gateway between fizzy yellow BMC's and delicious craft beer. For that reason, amber ales are a style I often go to when I'm looking for something easy to drink at the end of a long day, and I was anxious to give Boulevard's take on the style a try.
Boulevard Amber Ale poured out nice and red, with nice fluffy white foam after a vigorous pour. The head faded away quickly, and left no traces on the glass. The aroma was fairly faint - some malts on the nose, and a hint of something fruity that reminded me of apples.
Carbonation was middle of the road and it came with a nice copper malt taste which lingered on my tongue for a few seconds after. Slight taste of hops and apple on the end.
Appearance: 4/5
Aroma: 4/10
Taste: 6/10
Palate: 4/5
Overall: 14/20
I quite enjoyed this. The aroma was faint, and the taste wasn't overly complex, but it was a nice take on an easy drinking style. This would make a great beer for anyone who's a fan of red beers or is looking for something to enjoy on a quiet night.
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