Light and Refreshing--Like a mountain breeze through the citrus trees. Mandarin Nectar is a thirst-quenching blend of the finest malts. We've added generous amounts of Orange Zest, Coriander, and a touch of Orange Blossom Honey for exceptional Flavor. Perfect for warmer weather.
Beer Ratings and Reviews:
[1] Review by beerguy101 from Newark, CA, USA who has tried this beer once. (11/13/2005 11:11:21 PM)
"This fruit beer pours a light orange gold color from a 22 oz bottle. Small sized white foamy head. Aroma is orange and coriander. A light to medium bodied fruit beer. Malts are fruity and sweet. The mandarin flavor is prevalent but not overwhelming, and it pleasantly citrusy and not overly sweet or acidic. Nice mix of citrus, coriander and orange zest. A very drinkable summer beer, light and refreshing enough to be able to drink a lot of it, yet complex and crisp enough not to be boring. Mouthfeel is full. Finish is crisp and dry. Aftertaste is slightly sweet. "
Aroma:
6/10
Appearance:
6/10
Mouthfeel:
6/10
Flavor:
6/10
Overall:
7/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.1)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 22oz @ $3.59 Unit Cost: $2.61 per Pint
[2] Review by EyeChartBrew from CA, Liechtenstein who has tried this beer once. (7/4/2005 12:47:00 AM)
"Had this off the tap at the brewery itself last evening, so it just doesn't get any fresher than this. Which is why I was purplexed with the rather muted aroma, and not-completely-appealing (musty?) flavor profile. I'm guessing this is the Alpine Ale infused with Mandarian oranges, but it's just not as distinctive as I would have liked. Almost as if the fruit kinda washed out the malt and hops out of this beer.
A good effort from a great brewery, but an offering that could use some tweaking, IMO.
//TB"
Aroma:
6/10
Appearance:
7/10
Mouthfeel:
7/10
Flavor:
6/10
Overall:
7/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.3)
Sampled: Forced Draught
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure
[3] Review by JohnC from Mission Viejo, CA, USA who has tried this beer (6/7/2005 7:48:28 PM)
"Thanks to xlperro for this brew: Appearance: Mandarin Nectar looks remarkably like a pilsener. It has a yellow/gold color and a large, frothy, white head. Aroma: The aroma was slightly earthy. I certainly could not detect the presence of mandarins or coriander. This was disappointing. Flavor: A clean soft taste with a slight hint of mandarin. This is definitely a thirst quencher, but I was expecting a bit more flavor."
Aroma:
2/10
Appearance:
6/10
Mouthfeel:
4/10
Flavor:
6/10
Overall:
6/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(2.4)
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure Compared to this brewer's other beers: Not Sure
[4] Review by Eyedrinkale from Brooklyn, NY, USA who has tried this beer (1/5/2005 2:35:37 PM)
"Draft. Pours a nice light orange color with little head. Subtle mandarin flavor. Nice mouthfeel."
Aroma:
6/10
Appearance:
6/10
Mouthfeel:
6/10
Flavor:
7/10
Overall:
6/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.1)
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure Compared to this brewer's other beers: Not Sure
[5] Review by Barnyard from San Diego, CA, USA who has tried this beer once. (9/21/2004 3:30:32 PM)
"orange colored, thin to no head..the aroma was spicy hops and orange..the flavor was too heavily bombarded by coriander that it spices the orange too much..some sweetness..in time it seems to balance itself out..its a tad sticky, so that hinders the refreshment factor.."
Aroma:
6/10
Appearance:
6/10
Mouthfeel:
4/10
Flavor:
6/10
Overall:
6/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(2.8)
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure Compared to this brewer's other beers: Not Sure
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