First sip is that memorable floral and sweet malt taste, but there is something a little different from the last time I had it. Maybe I'm psyching myself out, but I think I can actually taste the difference between the Canadian Harp and the Irish Harp. Time to make sure with a proper Irish swig.
Tip-in is light floral taste with carbonation bite. The middle brings a gentle malt with continuing floral notes. Right as the finish takes hold, the carbonation bites again, and then the sweetness of the malt becomes almost caramel as the sweet almost becomes sugar on the lips and the tongue.
It's a decent lager, but I wouldn't say it has a lot to make it stand out. It's a shame, too, as Harp is one of the most storied beers to come out of Ireland (and now Canada). I remembered this being better, but it's not bad.
3.25/5