Squatters Full Suspension Pale Ale
Of all the Squatters and Wasatch samples that I received a couple of weeks back, it’s Full Suspension Pale Ale that came out the winner. This 4% ABV and 40 IBU American Pale Ale was the cleanest drinking brew of the bunch and showed considerable hop character for such a small beer. It’s easy to see why it’s got a couple of gold medals from GABF (2001 and 2002).
Pine, resin, citrusy fruit… it’s all there for you to enjoy in a small package.
Appearance
Full Suspension Pale Ale pours a hazy, unfiltered amber in color with a rocky crown of tawny foam.
Aroma
Pine resin, grapefruit, hint of pineapple and orange zest combine along with a touch of lightly toasted bread for a clean aroma.
Taste
The flavors follow the aroma pretty closely, but are not as rich as it hinted. Still, fruity citrus and pine resin lead the way with a brief surge of flavor before fading smoothly. Hints of toast and caramel round it all out nicely as a low-to-moderate level of bitterness tingles the senses. The finish is drying and satisfying.
Overall
This is a beer that I could get used to having around. Sessionable, light, refreshing and flavorful, Full Suspension Pale Ale is a great little brew for just about any Sumer activity. It’s also my favorite of those samples with which I hand’t yet crossed paths.
Rating: 3.75/5
This is a review of a promotional sample.
