Wells & Young’s Brewing Co. – Banana Bread Beer

This was one of those that I could not resist trying early on in my evaluations.  Bananas in beer?  There was no way that I could pass this one up.  I don’t know that I can say that it was a disappointment because I did not have any real expectations having never tried a beer with bananas and fruit beer in general wasn’t a common choice of mine.  It really wasn’t a bad beer, just not one that I need to go out of my way to have again.  Giving it the one try was good enough and I would encourage others to try it as well.  It is something a bit different than other fruit beers you will find.

Brewery: Wells & Young’s Brewing Co. (UK)

Name: Banana Bread Beer

Style: Fruit Beer

ABV: 5.2%

Tasting Notes: Stored in the wine fridge and served in a pint glass.

Aroma: Low hop aroma with some spice.  Slight malt nose with a bit of banana at the end.

Appearance: Medium amber.  Off white to cream head with good height that dissipates quickly.  Very clear with visible bubbles rising initially.

Flavor: Low alcohol noticeable with very faint banana at the finish.  Slight dryness (astringency)  Not much flavor overall.

Mouthfeel: Light(er) body and low carbonation (rather flat).  Very smooth with a short, slightly sharp finish.

Overall Impressions: Easy drinking.  Not as much fruit in the flavor as the aroma implies., but it comes through a bit more as it warms.  Heavier ale flavor would have been nice.

Grade: C+

Wells & Young's Brewing Co. - Banana Bread Beer