Time to review a seasonal from Dogfish that clocks in with a pretty low alcohol content, especially for their brews. If you cannot guess by the name this beer is fermented with peaches, giving it subtle notes of that flavor. It is nice to be able to sample beers from all points in the Dogfish spectrum and this one is much different than those I have tried to this point. I am very glad I gave it a chance, but some beers just don’t suit my palate as much as others.
Check out the video below for more about the creation of this beer.
Brewery: Dogfish Head Craft Brewery (Milton, Delaware)
Name: Festina Peche
Style: Weissbier (neo-BerlinerWeisse per their description)
ABV: 4.5%
Tasting Notes: Stored in the fridge and served in a goblet. $7.99 for a 4-pack.
Aroma: Light aroma overall with light to medium wheat notes (somewhat bready). Very light fruity sweetness.
Appearance: Light gold/straw color. Slight off-white head that quickly dissipates with no trail. Clear with some haze (few tiny bubbles visible).
Flavor: Tart fruitiness up front (prominent) with no noticeable hop character. Slight sweetness with a light wheat character in back. Some dryness at finish.
Mouthfeel: Light body with high carbonation that gives a champagne-like crispness. Some creaminess (oddly considering other characteristics).
Overall Impressions: Certainly works well for warm weather and is better very cold. Very champagne-like to drink. OK beer, but I have no need to buy it again (simply not my preference).
Grade: C (ish)
Cap close up
Dogfich Head - Festina Peche
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