Beachwood Blendery Sketches of Senne: Apricot & Rhubarb

Fairly phenolic nose: smoke, mint, vanilla, oak, with esters of pear, peaches, apricot. Moderate, well balanced acidity, with funky leather, earth, and light citrus and minty resin notes. Lemon quality marries nicely with the botanical character. Very interesting and drinkable.

“Clear medium amber, well-carbonated with an off-white head that never goes away. An intoxicating licorice character in the aroma, with light lemon, coriander, and caramel malt. Spice and more licorice in the flavor with some bready malt in the background work well with a creamy mouthfeel and body. Sweet malt, a touch of toast, and lightly spiced hops play well into the integrated coriander flavor. Semidry, smooth bitter finish. Offers something new in the flavor and complexity each time you come back.”

“Drinks like a classic American pale ale. The hop character lends citrus and piney notes, Fruity Pebbles, and Trix on the nose. Tastes just like it smells with a diesely overtone, resiny grapefruit, and sweet, sticky grain. Restrained bitterness lets the malty caramel notes punch through. Just a hint of Belgian character comes through the flavor profile. Bursting with mysterious fruity flavors and a deep, foresty dankness you want to disappear into.”