it did not make me cry, but i did want to grill…
This was my second review in one evening and I was a tad underwhelmed. I had sampled WR’s Black Radish recently and LOVED it. It was so unexpected and subtle for a dark brew, which frankly, usually scare me. If I had to blindly guess, I would have pegged myself for a Gold girl any day. Seems more my style. On with the review: This lager in no way warrants any particular criticism. It’s a solid brew. Molasses and malt rule the palate and the nose-there may have been a bit of dark honey there too. I think I was just looking for a little more. I don’t really have a ton to say about the character. It was pretty standard-not too hoppy. Not too yeasty. Not too malty. It was nice but nothing was jumping out at me. Would I drink it again? Absolutely. I might not go out of my way, but it was definitely pleasant. I guess I could chalk this up to the fact that fall is here and I’m a sucker for seasonal anything. I’m willing to bet that if I had sampled this earlier in the summer by the grill with some burgers and picnic fixins that it would have been right-on.
Weeping Radish is brewed in Jarvisburg, NC. You’ve probably seen the place if you ever vacation in the Outer Banks. I have, and the next time I make it down that way, I’m going to make a point to stop in and say hi. The folks there were more than kind in providing a few samples of their wares for ‘Chicks Love Beer’ review. They are a small farm brewery and they are making some solid brews. Some I’ve loved, and some I’ve liked-all of them worth a taste.
Corolla Gold was poured from a 22oz bottle and has 5% alcohol. Not sure of the price point on this one either…
