Pike Tandem Double Ale
The Pike Brewery beers we’ve been trying lately have all gotten high marks. This one has an interesting profile: an American Strong Ale brewed with a Belgian yeast strain. The aroma has a slight touch of wheat and funk, and earthy, floral hops to spare. The taste is bright and sweet, with a little tartness. The carbonation is mellow and smooth, a difficult thing to achieve. There’s some more wheat and floral flavors, some honey, and the minute funkiness returns in the aftertaste.
This is a confusing beer, as I was anticipating from the profile. It’s like a half-saison, half-wheat beer. This is definitely a curious beer, and it’s perfect for a summer day or some great Italian food. I recommend this for adventurous Belgian-beer fans, or wheat beer fanatics. This also has just a touch of funkiness for those looking to try out funky beers without getting too crazy.