Archives: Barley & Hops, 5/19/00

Barley and Hops Grill and Microbrewery
Frederick, MD
Fri. 5/19/00, 7:30pm
[open]

House Brews:
Catoctin Clear
Shenendoah Gold
High Rock Honey Wheat
Tuscarora Red (B)
Schifferstadt Stout
Annapolis Rocks Pale Ale (J)

Tuscarora Red: Deep garnet color with thick beige foam. A sweet citrus-y aroma - not unexpected. Nicely balanced flavor with hops only slightly dominating the malt. As advertised, it is less hoppy and more malty than your average red. Hops do dominate the finish with the slight citrus note. Head has some staying power. A "buff" body too, just about right for the style of beer (head still strong more than halfway through this beer!) 8.5

Annapolis Rocks Pale Ale: Medium red color - slightly lighter than the red. A good looking but slight head that mostly disappears. Excellent body with good mouthfeel. Unfortunately, the taste is out of balance. Initial taste is not bad, strong hop aftertaste. Where did the malt go? Not bad taste. 8.2