St. George Summer Ale (Hampton, Virginia)
www.stgeorgebrewingco.com/
Style: English Pale Ale
ABV: 5%
Aroma:
Definite English inspired hop aroma; earthy, slight notes of lemon pepper. Also detect pleasant, malty, grainy notes
Appearance:Pours a crystal clear, golden color, with a solid 1", creamy white head that lingers and leaves a nice lace
Flavor:
Slight biscuit malt character balanced by a nice crisp bitterness. Solid earthy hop flavor on the finish. Its crispness reminds me of a nice Kolsch, minus the signature pilsner malt sweetness and noble hops.
Mouthfeel:
Medium bodied and well carbonated. Finishes with a nice crisp sharpness on the palate.
St. George considers this a “Summer style” English Pale Ale, and I think that is an apt description. A bit lighter in color and malt character than a more standard English Pale, Summer Ale does exhibit the same bright hoppiness. It’s certainly a refreshing beverage, and one of my favorite offerings from St. George Brewing Company. Located in Hampton, near NASA/Langley, St. George offers a range of beers, especially focusing on the English and German brewing traditions. They are one of the oldest craft breweries in the state, and definitely worth a visit if you are in the Hampton Roads area.
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