Beer of the Weekend #1,114: Richter’s Pilsner
The beer of the weekend is another brew I brought back from my trip to the Yellowhammer State: Richter’s Pilsner, brewed by Goat Island Craft Brewing of Cullman, Alabama. Serving type: 12-ounce can. Something is printed on the bottom edge but it is indiscernible. Appearance: Poured into a pilsner glass. The color is light gold. Bubbly, buttery, billowy white head settles slowly and leaves short trails. Smell: Sharp grass is noticeable from an arm’s length. A whole lot of malty goodness. Earthy hops, lemon zest. Very aromatic and potent. It smells like a brewery. Taste: Sharp and grassy. Very good and very sharp. Malt, grass, earthy hops, zest. It is pilsner on steroids. Good but a touch overwhelming at times. It is one of the best pilsners I have ever had. Fun facts about Richter’s Pilsner: • Style: Pilsner. • Price: $11.19 for a sixer of 12-ounce cans at Ship and Shore in Dauphin Island, Alabama. • Alcohol content: 5.6 percent ABV. • IBU: 30. • Color: 3.4 L. • Here is some cool hi...
