Monday, November 22, 2010

Beer: Sierra Nevada Tumbler

Photo by
Cameron Mathews
Brewery: Sierra Nevada Brewing Company Chico, California

Overview: Adorned with leaves and general autumn themes, the Tumbler is Sierra Nevada's answer to shortening days and foliage on the trees.  It aims for a malty profile for a relaxing session brown.

Aroma: Fall leaves, nuts, fresh bread baking in another room, with hints of green apple and sweetness.

Appearance: Clear brown, with a thick, light tan head that falls in mountainous peaks.

Flavor: Roasted walnuts, some roast flavor into the finish ending with a light sweetness in the back.

Overall Impression: Overall the bitterness is a little high to call this beer one with a malty profile, and the flavor in my opinion does not live up to what the aroma indicates might be hiding in there.  But, in a very nutty way, this is still a good beer, and I would definitely finish the six pack (or buy another).

Vitals:
Style American Brown Ale
Price $7.49/six-pack
Found In Grocery Store Beer Aisle
Alcohol Content 5.5% by volume
Availability Fall Seasonal
Bitterness 37 IBU


Rating: 91

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