Fermentation Without Representation
What Our Panel Thought
Aroma: “Some pumpkin-pie spices (clove, cinnamon) intermingle with caramel, caramelized brown sugar, and vanilla notes, with a very subtle dark chocolate note from the roasted malt with just a touch of smokiness. Spices are well blended.”
Flavor: “Sweet creamy vanilla and caramelized brown sugar notes up front, almost candy-like in flavor. Some subtle pumpkin-pie spices followed by pleasant milk chocolate notes, accentuated by the vanilla. Finish is roasty with a hint of cinnamon spice.”
Overall: “The vanilla and caramel notes work well with roasted malt to create a milk-chocolate note that pairs well with the pumpkin. Sweet and enjoyable, but pumpkin spices get a bit overshadowed by other strong flavors. Possibly a polarizing beer that will find fans and detractors both, but it is extremely tasty and unique.”
What the Brewers Say
“Fermentation without Representation, brewed in collaboration with DC Brau, is an imperial pumpkin porter to celebrate the season.”
