Fruity, piney pale ale

Appearance – Orangish brown, or maybe brownish orange in color. Just a touch below what I would call a rich color. Very clear/transparent. Two finger white head with some staying power that leaves behind slight lacing.

Aroma – Rich sticky sweet aroma. Malty (caramel) aromas come through as do fruity hop aromas. Fruits are of the tropical variety: mango, pineapple. Slight piney aroma.

Taste – Strong rich malty flavor is most readily identifiable. Caramel/honey-like flavor is predominant. Balanced well with hop character – pine and fruity hop flavors. I would say this beer is right in the middle between malty and hoppy – very well balanced. All of the flavors are pretty robust.

Mouthfeel – Rich body that lingers on the palate. Medium level of carbonation makes it still pretty easy drinking.

Balance is the general impression of this beer. Great brew!

Cheers!

Recipe Name:         Fresh pine pale ale

Recipe Volume:      5 gallons

Yeast:                     WLP001 California Ale

Malts:	Amount
1. Pilsner malt	8 lbs.
2. Vienna malt	2 lbs.
3. Carapils	8 oz.
4. Crystal 60	8 oz.
5. Acid malt	3 oz.

Brewhouse Efficiency                      70%
Calculated Original Gravity            1.052
Caclulated Boil Gravity                   1.046
Measured Original Gravity              1.052
Measured Final Gravity                   1.008

Hops:	Amount	Boil Time	IBUs
1. Simcoe (13.0%)	0.4 oz.	60	17
2. Amarillo (9.3%)	0.5 oz.	10	5
3. Simcoe (13.0%)	0.6 oz.	10	9
4. Cascade (7.0%)	0.5 oz.	10	4
5. Amarillo (9.3%)	0.5 oz.	0	0
6. Cascade (7.0%)	0.5 oz.	0	0
7. Simcoe (13.0%)	1 oz.	Dry hop
8. Cascade (7.0%)	1 oz.	Dry hop

Calculated IBUs          35

Bonus photo!