Founders Black Rye

OK, but not much more than average for me.

Dark, Porter like pour that promises a rich experience but comes up a little short. Good size tan head with some nice lacing.

Mouthfeel lacked body. Some hop bitterness comes through but it sits against the back-drop of thin feeling brew.

This was on the brink of being a really nice beer, but fell a bit short for me, leaving me somewhat unsatisfied. Neede more malty a body to balance the rye promise.

In terms of Rye, if you get a chance try either of these;

http://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/2372/5948/

http://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/2372/22042/

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07/03/2005
Style:
Rye Beer
Format:
bottle
ABV: 6.6 %
Appearance: 4
Taste: 3.5
Mouthfeel: 3
Smell: 3.5
Overall: 3.5
Total: 3.48
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