Goose Island Ten Hills Pale Ale

I was walking through my local grocery store and was surprised to see that some of the summer seasonal beers are already on the shelves. It almost seems like a cruel joke considering there is still snow on the ground but it is a sign that good weather, barbeques and outdoor concerts are on the way. That being said I realized I have yet to review any of the spring seasonal beers. So before it's too late I decided to take a look at Goose Island Ten Hills Pale Ale.

I have always been a fan of the Goose Island Brewery. From Bourbon County Stout to Honkers Ale to the easy drinking Mild Winter Ale, Goose Island has become a brewery that I do not hesitate to try a new beer from. That being said, not everything that comes out of there is fantastic beer. And that unfortunately is the case with this week's beer.

Goose Island Ten Hills Pale Ale pours a clear golden brown with a finger thick white head. The aroma is very light, flowery with citrus notes. The flavor is balanced but nothing spectacular. The malt is bready and slightly sweet, and the very light citrus flavor of the hops comes through in the finish before it washes away clean.

But once Ten Hills Pale Ale washes away, it's almost easy to forget what it tasted like. In fact it was difficult to write this blog because there was almost nothing to say about it. The flavor is so safe and comes and goes so quickly, I felt like I spent the entire bottle trying to remember what the last sip tasted like. That being said, the beer is very easy to drink and contains a 6.2% ABV which is hidden nicely in its almost invisible flavor.

Overall I give Goose Island Ten Hills Pale Ale a 2/5. This is a forgettable entry from a solid brewery. I would be surprised to see on shelves next spring.



Rating Scale:
1 - Repugnant and undrinkable
2 - Acceptable but forgettable
3 - Good, worth a purchase
4 - Excellent, a step above the norm
5 - Truly exceptional　

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