Kooinda Pale Ale – 4.7% Alcohol
September 24, 2009 – 11:01 pm
Pours with a minimal head, slightly cloudy in appearance, lightly carbonated and bright straw in colour. The aroma is full of caramel and fruit notes, mango and lemon predominating.
Fresh apple flavours dominate the front of the pallet, working to an apex of fresh floral hops, citrus, toffee and caramel flavours as the brew moves further over the palate. A slight pepper spiciness also seemed to linger for a little while after every sip.
Verdict: Pleasant enough for something different, bit intense though to enjoy more than 1 or 2 during a sitting.
Aroma: 8/10
Appearance: 5/10
Taste:7.9/10
Overall:7.6/10
Link: http://www.kooindaboutiquebrewery.com.au/
Where to buy: This is another Victorian micro brew that at present come as far north as the border, so the only option for us New South Welshmen is to buy a case from the breweries website.
