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Saranac Big Moose Ale

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Type: American-Style Pale Ale
ABV: 5.3%

   

Price 2.75  
Packaging 1.5  
Aroma 12.25  
Flavor Beginning  17.25   
Flavor Middle  20  
Flavor End 17.75 
Overall 13   
Total 84.5


Big Moose Ale poured a clear, amber color with a thumb width, off white head.  The aroma was malty with some hops.  The body is smoolth, and malty with a light sweetness and some hops up front.  The hops start to take over in the middle palate before leading to a dry, hoppy finish (cascade) that leaves a lingering dryness. Overall, this is a solid, full bodied pale ale.  The beer is balanced with plenty flavor and the finish is great.  While not quite as good as Saranac's original pale ale, this is a solid addition to their lineup. 

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