Lefthand Jackman's American Pale Ale

Jackman's was another beer that Thad picked up a couple of weeks ago. I preferred it to the Southern Tier Harvest Ale.

Not much smell to the beer, but had a nice malty, citrus, bitter combo. It was a pretty smooth APA and I could've had a few without issue. It doesn't really stand out as a great beer, but there really wasn't anything wrong with it either. In the end it is a pretty basic APA and I might try it again down the road but I'm not going to go out and buy a 6 pack anytime soon.

Who: Thad
Where: Cleveland
Price: Free
Score: 3 / 5

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Southern Tier Harvest Ale

Harvest Ale

Southern Tier's Fall Seasonal Ale.

Thad picked this up for a party this weekend since we both hadn't tried it yet. I wasn't all that impressed but I won't complain all that much since I was able to try it for free.

Nice yellow/orange color with an earthy smell. It wasn't a very pleasing fall ale to taste though. The beer is a little on the earthy and citrusy side, which I normally like, but for some reason just wasn't doing it for me this past weekend. I would like to give it another try, but for a fall seasonal not high on my list.

I have liked the other Southern Tier brews that I have tried, so I will most likely try this one again. Compared to the Lefthand I had this weekend, it didn't land on it's feet.

Who: Thad
Where: Cleveland
Price: Free
Score: 3 / 5

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Samuel Adams Light

Sam Adams Light

In the light American lager catagory, I think this might be the best entry of them all. Light amber color with a slight amount of head. There is a nice hop flavor but not overwhelming like an IPA or APA. There was also a hint of caramel flavor. This was such a refreshing and clean tasting beer. It can easily be drank a few at a time with no issues.

Since summer started I have been trying to find a lighter flavorful beer because I have not been in the mood for any IPA or heavier beers. The last 2 Sam Adams have hit the spot nicely and I would recommend giving the Light beer a try to anyone.

Who: Cathy
Where: Home
Price: $$
Score: 4 / 5

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