Firestone Walker Union Jack
Jon, Mike, and I have all had the chance of tasting Firestone Walker‘s newest IPA for release, Union Jack. It has been in test markets in California, and has been poured at the Firestone Walker Tap Room in Buellton, CA. After many months of perfecting it for all to consume, Union Jack has made it to 12oz bottle, sporting the brand new logo all Firestone Walker Ales will carry.
Appearance: Golden yellow, not overly active carbonation. About a 1 inch head.
Aroma: Floral hop, bazooka bubble gum.
Taste: Light floral hops, spicy malts, and a tiny bit of tartness on the finish. A small hint of metalic hop balanced with the nice malt profile. Found some citrus as it warmed up.
Mouthfeel: Refreshingly thin, perfectly carbonated, made it go down real smooth.
Overall: The most pleasant, balanced IPA in all of California. I love a chewy hop bomb, this has tons of hops in it, but doesn’t blow your face off. As of this writing, it is still infiltrating shelves.
April 24, 2008 @ 3:49 pm
Just when you think Firestone Walker has reached the pinnacle with thier 11th Anniversary Ale, they come out with Union Jack. This is one great beer, oak aged and truly satisfying. Thanks Matt! Keep em coming!
March 18, 2008 @ 3:41 pm
This is now one if not my favorite beers!!! I basically make sure to have at least a sixer on hand at all times! Another amazing beer from the Best Brewery Big, Small, or Mid-Sized out there!