Fine Raisin Beer - Robert Cain Brewery (Liverpool, England)
Cain's is an old time local brewery resurrected in more recent times by the Dusanj family. And while I am sure the original style was not made with California raisins, this beer is still a tasty diversion.
Characteristics: Yellow-amber color, minimal head and low carbonation, medium body, starts a little flat and builds into a restrained fruit middle with that english Fuggles hop finish and aftertaste.
Minor Gripes: I was expecting a fruit cake spiciness that never showed up. A hint or coriander or nutmeg would add depth in the middle and finish, though I wouldn't want this to reach winter ale status.
Bottom Line: Treat this like a proper English bitter and let it warm a little, and it becomes more enjoyable. Just don't expect a real strong raisin element (based on the one I sampled).
Rating: 5.5 / 10
Characteristics: Yellow-amber color, minimal head and low carbonation, medium body, starts a little flat and builds into a restrained fruit middle with that english Fuggles hop finish and aftertaste.
Minor Gripes: I was expecting a fruit cake spiciness that never showed up. A hint or coriander or nutmeg would add depth in the middle and finish, though I wouldn't want this to reach winter ale status.
Bottom Line: Treat this like a proper English bitter and let it warm a little, and it becomes more enjoyable. Just don't expect a real strong raisin element (based on the one I sampled).
Rating: 5.5 / 10
Categories:
Ale
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