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Brewery and tasting room located in Northfield, Vermont. Draft pours and growler fills available.
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7.4/10 — Appearance 8 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 8 Overall 7.5
Draught at The Archives, 3/23/18.
Dark ebony, undetermined clarity with a medium-tan head atop, small, quickly receding to cover/ring.
Fudgey, dessert-like vanilla and fruity roast open the nose. It's sweet and malty with light peanut butter-like notes, but yet the restraint on the abv and thus malt does prevent it from getting unbalanced or sugary. Dark chocolate, light prune and raisin-like acidity helps balance, as well and there is no flaw or alcohol noted.
Soft and chocolatey in the mouth with light vanilla-banana and balancing, bitter roast. Hints of caramel and light peanut-like character continue on as the beer dries out and finds more (somewhat strange) bitterness. Comes off dry and drinkable, which is surprising, with lots of roast and dark chocolate emerging over time. Carbonation is very low but mostly engaging.
Tried on 26 Jun 2018 at 22:32

7.8/10 — Appearance 8 Aroma 7 Flavor 8 Texture 8 Overall 8
Draught at Farmhouse Grill, 3/23/18.
Great color: deep ruby-to-magenta with just a hint of haze to deepen the color and light carbonation visible. Pink-tinged, off-white head fades steadily to a ring.
Hibiscus imparts leathery, earthy, cranberry-accented notes with plentiful black pepper mixing in and a very beautiful mineral-like yeast profile. Tons of fruity acidity, yet it's not punchy or overdone. No alcohol or flaw and very aromatic, especially for its size.
In the mouth, it's snappy, crisp, tart with a "chewy", wheat-like texture and gentle acidity that balances nicely without puckering the palate. Hibiscus is quite apparent, but somehow doesn't prevent the malt/wheat or yeast profile from shining, as well. Very nice stuff and flavorful, easy drinking. Wonderfully-textured, dry and well-malted.
Tried on 26 Jun 2018 at 22:15

6.8/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 6 Overall 7
5 oz. draft at the brewery. Deeper amber appearance. Nose is toffee and English ale yeast. Flavor is correct for the style. Weak caramel, dried leaves, mild nuts, and yeast. I don’t get any bitterness at all. Malt driven, as it should be.
Tried from Draft on 26 Mar 2018 at 00:05

7.2/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 8 Texture 8 Overall 7
5 oz. draft at the source. Cloudy orange color. Aroma is grapefruit peel, citrus, and peppery zest. Flavor is dominated by citrus. (Mostly grapefruit) bitterness is mild. Good amount of juice without overwhelming the brew.
Tried from Draft on 25 Mar 2018 at 17:50

7.1/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 8 Texture 6 Overall 7.5
5 oz. draft at the source. Pitch black appearance. As it warmed up it was good. Nose is roasted coffee, hints of chocolate with light roast. Taste is chocolate, roasted grain and coffee grounds. Smooth and dry texture. Ends dry with bitter coffee. The brewer says ABV it is3.8% it. Nicely done.
Tried from Draft on 25 Mar 2018 at 17:17

7.4/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 8 Texture 8 Overall 7.5
5 oz. draft at the source. Hazy appearance. Aroma has huge Lime, lime zest, and lemon. The flavor shows the lime throughout with a very minor sweetness. The hops are here most than most of the Milkshakes I have tried. Mouthfeel is oily with a mild coconut hint. One of the better Milkshakes I ever had.
Tried from Draft on 25 Mar 2018 at 17:07

6.8/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 6 Overall 7
5 oz. draft at the source. Hazy appearance. Interesting aroma of herbal pine, floral, and a citrus rind. The flavor is heavy on the citrus pith and rind. Moderate bitterness.
Tried from Draft on 25 Mar 2018 at 16:53

7.1/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 8 Overall 7.5
5 oz. draft at the source. Hazy appearance. Great aroma of grass, citrus, and pine. Very bright flavor of citrus, and mild pine for under 3.5 %. Also shows a mild spice in the finish. I am impressed with this one!
Tried from Draft on 25 Mar 2018 at 16:46

6.8/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 6 Overall 7
5 oz. draft at the source. Clear gold/ orange in color. Aroma is mild coriander, weak yeast, hints of fruit. Flavor is fruit esters, coriander, and a lighter, thinner body. Weak coriander finish.
Tried from Draft on 25 Mar 2018 at 16:38

6/10 — Appearance 6 Aroma 6 Flavor 6 Texture 6 Overall 6
5 oz. draft at the source. Nose is cereal grain, slight yeast. Flavor is mild malts giving a creamy texture for sure. Flavor is vanilla, honey and cereal breads. A nice clean throw back beer that is what it is.
Tried from Draft on 25 Mar 2018 at 16:29