What Our Panel Thought
Aroma: “A little yeasty, along with some mild fruity esters. Wasabi is fairly strong but not hot. Big piney hops, light crisp coldness, a touch of spicy tingle in the nose.”
Flavor: “This beer hits with some complexity, and wasabi emerges midway through the sip and carries through the finish. It also adds some vegetable-like green notes. Earthy piney hops flavor with moderate bitter backing. Good malt sweetness. Some citrus notes from hops. Similar yeastiness.”
Overall: “Interesting beer; the more I drank it the more I enjoyed it. However, the complexity of the hops, the base beer, and the wasabi were a bit muddled, and the flavor didn’t live up to the nose.”
What the Brewers Say
“Telluride Brewing Co. brewmaster Chris Fish visited Atlanta to see what he and SweetWater head brewer Nick Nock could cook up for a collaboration brew. A trip up Buford Highway inspired the brewers to experiment with wasabi – added to a blonde ale. This is a beer to share with friends and experiment with – try pairing it with sushi, ginger, Japanese noodle dishes, or just some grilled chicken."
