Diamond Bear Pale Ale

This 2007 GABF Gold Medal winner is a very nice looking brew, pouring a crystal clear golden copper with a fairly sizable off-white head that leaves good lacing. Brewed in the English Pale Ale style, we found the toasted malt undertones to be quite nice, with a healthy dose of lightly buttery caramel overlaid with earthy, spice-like hoppiness with a shade of nutmeg. On the palate, expect this beer to present a very balanced approach. The caramel malt backbone is quite robust and a touch grainy, while hop bitterness is appropriately moderate. Look for the hops to come through somewhat citric and floral, but mostly spicy and tea-like. Medium bodied and a bit slick, this brew finishes with a toasty, nutty, malt note and a bit of lingering