Sam Adams Escape Route Kölsch

The Kölsch is one of my favorite summer beers styles, but Sam Adams has released their version of the style as we are transitioning out of Winter and into Spring, to help us put the cold behind us. Escape Route pours a cloudy golden yellow with a thin white head. It tastes of subtle floral as well as some subdued citrus. As is typical of the style, the flavors balance the cool clarity of a lager very well. Kind of wheaty as it warms up a bit. Would make a great summer session beer.

Here are some links to some information about the Kölsch style:                                                    

http://beeradvocate.com/beer/style/85

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K%C3%B6lsch_(beer)

http://www.germanbeerinstitute.com/K%F6lsch.html

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/06/29/dining/kolsch-a-summer-beer-worth-the-fuss-the-pour.html/?_r=0