First sip brings an interesting mix of bread and nuts. It appears that this is what a brown ale is actually intended to taste like, and I am very happy with a sip. The beer implies complexity, but even a sip is a very good taste. I'm not saying Smuttynose can battle Lagunitas for the crown yet, but this is a darn good sipping beer. I wonder how a full gulp would taste...
Tip-in is a bit of carbonation bite and light muffin crispy top sweetness. As the middle arrives, the tough bagel exterior mixes with nuts and a couple of twigs to give a very solid and full tasting center. The finish brings maybe a bit of a berry along with more nuts. A lingering bitterness stays around on the tongue after the finish completes.
Bottom Line: A delicious beverage. A very nice example of the style.
3.5/5