The "Pursuit" is a big beer. It lacks nothing. A rich malty sweet start is balanced beautifully with the massive hop flavor that quickly tells you that you are not drinking anything ordinary. As this beer goes down, a warming sensation is created in your belly, a nice treat on a cold winter evening. The alcohol level is high so take good care when partaking in this wonderful specialty brew.
Beer Ratings and Reviews:
[1] Review by bfeldmann from Wilmington, DE, USA who has tried this beer once. (3/28/2008 11:38:56 AM)
"Poured a copper color with nice fluffy head and constant lacing. Aroma was very nice tons of grapfruit little banana as well. Flavor was lots of good grapefruit and carmel malts little alcohol in the finish. Solid beer.
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Aroma:
8/10
Appearance:
8/10
Mouthfeel:
8/10
Flavor:
8/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(4)
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure Compared to this brewer's other beers: Not Sure
[2] Review by bosoxbrent from Silver Spring, MD, USA who has tried this beer once. (12/16/2007 4:34:27 PM)
"I don't know much from Clay Pipe Brewing, even though it is right up the road from my home here in Maryland. So when I saw a single of the Clay Pipe Pursuit of Happiness, I decided to pick one up and support the local guys.
Upon pouring it out into my pint glass, I was greeted by a dark amber colored beer with a minimal head. The aroma of citrus and hops overflowed from the glass though.
When drinking this beer, it leaves a very nice, bitter mouthfeel. Doulos31 had mentioned a grapefruit aroma and I tend to agree that it has a hint of grapefruit in the taste. The hops are strong and very noticeable. I can definitely see why this is labeled a "winter warmer" on the bottle. After my first sip, my throat is hot. It's almost like the sensation you get when drinking a shot of liquor. Most definitely this is due to the high alcohol content.
This is an interesting beer though. I like it, but I'm not sure how often I would drink this brew other than on the odd occasion. I might do as AleGael has suggested and park away some bottles for tasting later on down the road. I do recommend Clay Pipe changes the name of this beer to Pursuit of Hoppiness". :)"
Aroma:
8/10
Appearance:
7/10
Mouthfeel:
8/10
Flavor:
7/10
Overall:
7/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.7)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $1.79 Unit Cost: $2.39 per Pint
[3] Review by doulos31 from Middletown, DE, USA who has tried this beer once. (12/16/2007 3:26:11 PM)
"Copper/honey color with nice pillowy head and good lacing. Strong grapefruit aroma. Thick oily grapefruit flavor with some caramel and teabags. Nice big beer at a nice pricetag. Good job!"
Aroma:
8/10
Appearance:
8/10
Mouthfeel:
7/10
Flavor:
7/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.8)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $1.61 Unit Cost: $2.15 per Pint
[4] Review by chedderrob from Crofton, MD, USA who has tried this beer once. (7/23/2007 8:55:29 AM)
"Pours a medium amber with a weird suspended particular haze and a thin off white head. Aroma is older citrus hops, orange peel, tea and floral, with a straightforward crystal malt character and an easy non-distinct finish. Doesn't seem to be 8.25% at all."
Aroma:
8/10
Appearance:
7/10
Mouthfeel:
8/10
Flavor:
9/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(4)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $1.79 Unit Cost: $2.39 per Pint
[5] Review by AleGael from Fort Washington, MD, USA who has tried this beer many times. (1/17/2007 6:34:26 PM)
"Bought 3 cases of this and have enjoyed the changes over the course of a year. Initially had very pronounced aroma hops and an appropriate level of bitterness for a strong beer. A good balance of malt and hops with a complex layering of flavors. Over time the aroma hops have receded but the beer's complexity seems to have increased. Best not to have this too cold or you'll miss out on the subtlety of the flavors."
Aroma:
8/10
Appearance:
6/10
Mouthfeel:
8/10
Flavor:
8/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.8)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $1 Unit Cost: $1.33 per Pint
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