Summer Fusion
Amager Bryghus in Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark 🇩🇰
California Common / Steam Beer Regular Out of Production|
Score
6.93
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We wanted to prove that we could make a low alcohol beer rich in taste... and we named the outcome "Fusion". As the name indicates it is a true fusion beer due to the fact that our inspiration came from different styles and countries. The yeast is classic German pilsner yeast, which we - against its will, fermented at 71.6°F. This is a technique know from the American styles "California Common" a.k.a. "Steam Beer". Consequently, we were able to combine the crisp freshness from lager beers with a portion of the fruity freshness found in top fermented beers.
Our choice of malt is somewhat unusual as we selected an English Mild Ale malt adding a dark, roasted character to the beer, as well as a couple of handful of German caramel malt adding sweetness and a soft touch to the beer.
And it wouldn’t be a true beer from Amager Bryghus, if we hadn’t been generous with the hops. We chose classic American aroma hops such as Centennial, Chinook, and Amarillo - you know, the ones which really massages your taste buds. Additionally, these hops leave behind the most pleasurable, citric-like freshness.
Are you confused? No reason to be as our Fusion is the answer to the many people who over the years have asked for an American/English/German top and bottom fermented pilsner ale, which has lots of taste but is low on alcohol!
Our choice of malt is somewhat unusual as we selected an English Mild Ale malt adding a dark, roasted character to the beer, as well as a couple of handful of German caramel malt adding sweetness and a soft touch to the beer.
And it wouldn’t be a true beer from Amager Bryghus, if we hadn’t been generous with the hops. We chose classic American aroma hops such as Centennial, Chinook, and Amarillo - you know, the ones which really massages your taste buds. Additionally, these hops leave behind the most pleasurable, citric-like freshness.
Are you confused? No reason to be as our Fusion is the answer to the many people who over the years have asked for an American/English/German top and bottom fermented pilsner ale, which has lots of taste but is low on alcohol!
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8/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 8
Flavor 8
Texture 8
Overall 8
RBESG08 grand tasting Whoa. Another new style for me :). Hazy gold colour. Lovely distinctly lemony nose. Lovely agrumey hop giving a fine bitterness. Lemon, pine, superb! An extremely pleasant surprise. And only at 3.5%. A perfect summer beer indeed.
Tried
on 10 Jul 2008
at 06:50
6.2/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 5
Flavor 7
Texture 6
Overall 7
500ml bottle picked up at Barley Wine in Copenhagen and shared with Finn A. Compared to the low alcohol strength the beer came as a very pleasant surprise. It is really full of summer feelings! Hazy orange body with a moderate, white head. Fresh aroma of citrus fruits and pines. Refreshing flavour of grapefruits and orange shells leading to a mild bitter ending. Thirst-quenching and moreish (31.05.2008).
Tried
from Bottle
on 11 Jun 2008
at 04:14
7.5/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 8
Flavor 8
Texture 6
Overall 8
Bügelverschlußflasche: Cloudy, floaties visible, orangey coloured, big, slowly collapsing off-white head, impressive aromatic and resinous hoppy nose, accompanied by a good (Riesling-) vinous fruitiness, traces of malt in the background; impressive bitter-sweet flavour with a light tartness, light bodied; dryish aromatic-hoppy and tart fruity finish with a tinge of juniper. Gorgeous stuff.................
Tried
on 29 Dec 2007
at 15:07
6.5/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 7
Flavor 7
Texture 4
Overall 7
Bottled. An unclear dark amber beer with no head. The aroma is sweet grassy, peaches, and a nice hop presence. The flavor is very sweet with strong notes of grass and medium notes of peaches, leading to a rather bitter finish. A very refreshing beer, but the body is no wonder a bit thin.
Tried
from Bottle
on 15 Oct 2007
at 16:10