Pumpkin Ale

It's an annual quest of mine... searching for a beer that embodies the essence of the Fall season. Once again, I found myself in front of a gargantuan refrigerated display case with dozens upon dozens of choices of beers and ales. My eye caught "Jack's Pumpkin Spice Ale". I grabbed a six-pack and took it home to taste.

This offering by the Michelob Brewing Company is labeled "Fall Seasonal" and features a pumpkin scarecrow and other Fall figures on the label. Its an attractive packaging scheme, but I suspect that's not what you might be interested in finding out. How's it taste?

I'm not a beer critique, nor do I play one on TV, but I like this beer. It leaves a hint of nutmeg/pumpkin spice on your tongue. Its definitely got much more flavor than a light beer (I guess that's to be expected and professional tasters will no doubt scoff at my comments) but not overbearing as some dark ales tend to be. There is a slight "bite" but I didn't find it objectionable. While I enjoyed this ale, I wouldn't want a steady diet of it.

I did a google search for pumpkin beers and hopefully will get some assistance from my brother in St. Louis and try one of the local offerings... So stay tuned!

Be safe!