Indeed Pistachio Cream Ale Review

Name: Indeed Pistachio Cream Ale
Style: Cream Ale
ABV: 5.5%
IBUs: 15

It’s been a fairly long time since I looked at anything from Indeed Brewing, so what better way to get back into it than with a beer from them that has caught my attention. I give to you Indeed’s Pistachio Cream Ale, a name which needs absolutely no explanation as far as what the ingredients are in the said beer. I had seen this beer making the rounds on Facebook and Instagram and decided that I needed to check this out since I’m a big fan of pistachios in general.

Appearance -  A clear golden color with a high amount of visible carbonation. The head itself is moderate in size and has excellent retention but the lacing itself is on the spottier side.

Aroma – I’m getting some potent biscuit and pistachio notes on the notes, followed by light floral hops and pale malts.

Taste – Well they aren’t playing around then they called it a Pistachio Cream Ale because they absolutely dominate the front of the palate. Behind that I’m getting some pale malt sweetness and potent bready biscuit notes. In the aftertaste, I’m getting more of that biscuit flavor along with some light floral hops.

Indeed took one of my favorite snack foods and incorporated it into their beer and the end result is a love letter to fans of Pistachios and I love it. If you’re looking for a great cream ale with a twist, then I whole heartedly recommend checking this one out!

Indeed Mexican Honey Imperial Lager Review

Name: Indeed Mexican Honey Imperial Lager
Style: Imperial Lager
ABV: 8%
IBUs: 17

Time to look at another beer from Indeed Brewing, but I'll moving to the opposite end of the beer spectrum by reviewing a lager; Or in this case, an Imperial Lager. Today I've got their Mexican Honey Imperial Lager, which is brewed with Mexican Orange Blossom Honey. Now before I start, I want to point out that they are now canning this beer as opposed to bottling it. I'm also aware that this bottle is from last year, so I plan on putting an updated photo in the near future.

Appearance - Bright yellow color with a mild amount of carbonation. The head is pretty soapy and the lacing is on the sparse side.

Smell - Strong floral hops in the front of the nose and some mild citrus notes as well. I'm definitely getting some honey sweetness in here and it becomes more prevalent the more it warms up. I'm also picking up on some mild yeastiness and graham crackers.

Taste - Like the aroma, the Floral hops and the honey sweetness are definitely pretty strong upfront. I'm also getting some light tangerine and mango sweetness in the middle, and some very mild graham cracker and mild yeast notes in the back. The aftertaste is a mix of faint honey sweetness and light floral hops.

In the trend of Imperializing beers, this is definitely one of the better ones I've had. Like I always say, if you're ever in Minnesota or Western Wisconsin, this is definitely worth checking out should you get the chance!

Indeed Mexican Honey Imperial Lager - 9/10

Indeed Midnight Ryder Review

Name: Indeed Midnight Ryder
Style: Black IPA
ABV: 6.5%

How have I not reviewed anything from Indeed Brewing yet? They've been around for a couple years not yet I haven't had the decency to take a closer look at any of their offerings. Ironic considering that I've been to their taproom on more than a few occasions. In any case, I have their Midnight Ryder Black Ale.

Now you can't tell from the photo I took above but the label is awesome to say the least. In fact, here is the full label below...

Come on, I beg one of you to tell me that isn't the happiest looking Kodiak Bear you've ever seen!

Appearance - Pours a Pitch black color with a small amount of visible carbonation. The head is quite foamy in appearance and takes on a dark tan color. The lacing is also quite plentiful.

Smell - I'm getting some very sharp piney hop bitterness paired with a strong roasted barley aroma. I'm also picking up on some chocolate malts and a hint of yeastiness. For a black ale, it smells quite hoppy. Then again, it is 80 IBUs.

Taste - The roasted barley and chocolate maltiness take center stage in the flavor. However the sharp piney hoppiness makes itself known by lingering on in the middle and back of the palate. Speaking of which, the aftertaste consists of strong hop bitterness, light caramel sweetness and roasted barley.

In my opinion, it's got the best of both worlds. On one hand, you have a good roasted barley & chocolate maltiness. On the other, you have a nice bitter & piney hoppiness that counteracts the sheer dark characteristics of the beer itself. In other words, I found this to be nicely balanced for what it is and is worthy of your attention.

Indeed Midnight Ryder - 9/10