Lupulin Libations

The name says it all.

Lupulin glands are the tiny little yellow pockets of goodness in a hop cone that contain some essential ingredients for aroma and flavor in beer.

A libation is an alcoholic beverage, and of course beer fits into that category.

Lupulin Libations is dedicated to everything beer. I offer you a chance to have an experience with beer through my organized tasting sessions.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Beer Brief #18 - Brynhildr's Gift

 
Brewery - Olvalde Farm and Brewing Company, Rollingstone, Minnesota

Beer - Brynhildr's Gift
Style - Farmhouse Ale made with juniper berries
ABV - ???
Color - Copper with a thick, off-white head
Aroma - Citrus, clove, black pepper, hint of earthiness
Flavor - Honey, cotton candy, caramel, ripe pear, herbal hops, low bitterness on the finish, odd funk lingers on the back of the tongue
Verdict - Very enjoyable and unique farmhouse ale with surprisingly low carbonation. It is very lightly hopped, letting the sweet malt profile and yeast flavors run the show. Even though I couldn't find the ABV listed anywhere, I would guess it must be fairly strong. I'm starting to feel it after half a pint!
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