White Rabbit Dark Ale 5.2%
August 6, 2009 – 10:56 pm | by admin
The guys from Little Creatures a few years back really changed the way everyone thought about beer with their big malty ale creations from the west coast. Last year they expanded and opened up a brand new brewery located in Healesville, Victoria. Rather than continuing production under the Little Creatures brand in the east, the new brewhouse creates beers under the White Rabbit banner.The dark ale from White Rabbit proves the dedication to tasty ales has not changed one bit though with the move across the country.
Decanting a bottle into a glass presents a deep copper colour ale, sporting a short lived tan coloured head. The aroma is hard to catch when cold, but is packed with big malt notes, accompanied with hints of bruised apple and fresh cut grass.
On the palate toffee and caramel flavors dominate along with hints of plum, raisins and apple. The hops stop the malt overpowering the drinker, resulting in a beautifully balanced ale. The aftertaste is sweet, with a fantastic hop twang that leaves the taster longing for that next sip.
Rating: 7.9 / 10
Verdict: This is not a beer you want to drink quick, its a drop that encourages you to take it slow and enjoy every sip. If you love big malty ales you won’t find one much tastier than this number.
Link: http://www.whiterabbitbeer.com.au
Tags: ale, VIC, Victoria, White Rabbit
One Response to “White Rabbit Dark Ale 5.2%”
By Matt on Jan 26, 2010 | Reply
This is a delicious beer, easily high 8’s especially if you like dark ales as it does no wrong.
If your a fan of James Squires Amber Ale then this is right up your alley.