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Phillips Double Dragon Imperial Red Ale

The Beer Wrangler — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:55:30 +0000

Wrangler Rating: (Excellent)

Phillips Double Dragon Imperial Red Ale is this British Columbian craft brewer’s pumped up version of an American Red Ale, which is a hoppier version of the Irish Red Ales. The Imperialisation of this fairly modern style of beer gives it a big punch in both the flavour and strength departments, so is not to be taken lightly!

This deep red ruby ale has a fairly hoppy aroma, with a robust full-bodied flavour. The rich roasted malt features heavily on the palate and is quite sweet, with notes of caramel, molasses and malty bread, but there is just the right . . . → Read More: Phillips Double Dragon Imperial Red Ale

Yukon Red – Amber Ale

The Beer Wrangler — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:34:02 +0000

Wrangler Rating: (Excellent)

Yukon Brewing are a shining light in a territory without much in the way of craft brewers. That doesn’t mean that they couldn’t compete in parts of the world thick with micro-brewers though, and this beer is a good example why! This pours a deep red mahogany colour with a nice light head. It tastes of toasted malt with a touch of caramel sweetness, but well balanced by some spicy, slightly citric hops on the finish. This is a very drinkable beer, and slips down nicely on a Winter’s evening! Pair this with some roast pork or some meaty grilled . . . → Read More: Yukon Red – Amber Ale

Rogue Ales Captain Sig’s Northwestern Ale

The Beer Wrangler — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 03:42:54 +0000

Wrangler Rating: (Excellent)

Rogue Northwestern Ale is a punch in the mouth of a beer. I like hoppy ales so if you don’t, this one probably isn’t for you. It pours a very ruddy mahogany colour into the glass with a lively off-white head. The carbonation is not too high, and feels like a bottled British Ale. The biggest flavour is by far and away the Pacific Northwest hops. Cascade and Amarillo are used to bring this beer to a mighty 80 IBUs. Floral and grapefruit citrus notes abound, from the initial sip right through to the aftertaste. There are nice roasted malt . . . → Read More: Rogue Ales Captain Sig’s Northwestern Ale