Friday, April 13, 2012

Sierra Nevada Ruthless Rye

Not only is the label badass but this beer is awesome.  I am a big fan of Rye in brews.  This doesn't disappoint.  Dark amber in color, not overly hopped.  To me Rye imparts an earthy sometimes black pepper flavor.  I find that here.  It is almost off shelves now so pick some up if you can.  I know I will.
So this is a limited release form Allagash, bigger than their Goulship ale at around 2800 bottles.   A crisp beer,  belgian yeast with the sour cherry flavors.  A shallow head but very bubbly.  Almost like champagne.  A very dry finish.  You don't taste the 8.9ABV, very drinkable.  I would not recommend this to anyone who does not  like "fruity" beers or highly carbonated. The video shows you how the bubbles continue, this continues as you are drinking it.