Thursday, October 15, 2009

"Coney Island" Steel Hop Lager

Fellow Beer Enthusiasts: The sexy sword swallower on the label; Coney Island rube figure as the cornerstone of Schmaltz Brewing. They are contract brewed out of Saratoga Springs, NY. Here goes:
Coney Island Steel Hop Lager: Color-Golden yellow Nose-Fresh, clean Fizziness-Steady head; active bubbles How obtained-Gift First taste-Slighty harsh; burst of flavor Observations-Substantial taste; back throat feel Container-22 oz. bottle Alc#-6.8% Malts: Specialty 2-row, Rye ale, Canada wheat malt, Best malt Vienna Hops: Warrior, Northern brewer, Palisade, Crystal, Fuggle, US Golding, Cascade Dry Hop: Cascade, Crystal, Amarillo Aftertaste-Pleasant; I'll remember it!!! Rating-8
Final Thought-I remember trying some other Schmaltz products a while back and I am still impressed.
Mike Komaroff, BeerBaron

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