Beer Review: Harpoon Celtic Red
Type: Amber Ale
Alcohol Content: 5.6%
It's time for the first ever Bay State Beer Review. For our debut, I've chosen Harpoon Brewery's Celtic Red Ale. This Amber ale has a very distinct malt taste that is thick, yet drinkable. It's not as heavy as the lagers that most people enjoy drinking in the winter but it's also much richer and hoppier than most summer varieties, making it the perfect beer to drink on a sunny spring day.
The aftertaste is smooth and refreshing, not as much bite as a pale ale but also not as strong and overwhelming as most heavy beers. The aroma is a little sour and some people claim it smells like bread crumbs or biscuits but I didn't notice that. It definitely has a hint of caramel and hops which is probably why the taste is so smooth.
After a few sips I found myself thinking that the aftertaste was almost too smooth and made me forget that I was drinking a beer at all. I would've preferred a little bit more bite personally, but I would also rather there be not enough bite than too much. Overall, this is a very drinkable and enjoyable ale that I would definitely recommend for you and your friends to drink while you're outside pretending its summer on a 60 degree day.
Rating: 8.5/10