My venture into the ever expanding realm of beer styles, tastes and aromas has been rewarding. I've enjoyed many good beers and have not found one that I simply can't finish. Over the Memorial Day weekend, I sat down to crack open a book and a beer. The care that is taken when brewing at Leinenkugel's Brewery in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin is quite obvious. Their Classic Amber is complex and refreshing. The beer does not fit into the traditional Amber beer style as outlined by the Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP). The color is a very clear light amber. The aroma begins with a strong banana note and finishes with a citrus kick. The taste is quite the opposite. It jump starts the palate with strong citrus flavors that finish nicely with banana notes and, to a lesser degree, hop notes. The mouthfeel is medium-bodied and smooth. The Classic Amber would go great with light summary lunch foods.
Rating: 6 out of 10
Aroma: banana, citrus
Appearance: light amber
Flavor: citrus, banana, some hops
Mouthfeel: medium-bodied and smooth
Overall Impression: well crafted beer; I can't wait to try more from this brewery
ABV: 4.9%
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