Flying Dog Old Scratch Amber Lager

20110902:
I wrote: "Flying Dog Old Scratch Amber Lager. Smells floral. Tastes sweet. Real nice flavor. I love it. Too bad I could only have a taste. Thanks J. P." 3:37 pm
I wrote on Facebook: I had a sip of this beer and loved the smell. The taste reflected the smell. I'll have to try a full bottle one day.

[20110912]

Flying Dog Old Scratch Amber Lager


Relevant Links:
Old Scratch Amber Lager (Flying Dog)
Old Scratch Amber Lager (BeerAdvocate.com)

Website Information:
BREWER BREAKDOWN:
ALCHOHOL BY VOLUME: 5.5%
AVAILABILITY: Year-round
HOP BITTERNESS: 19.5 IBU
PLATO: 13.5
HOPS: German Perle, Hallertau
YEAST: Proprietary Lager Strain

FOOD PAIRINGS:
Old Scratch can emphasize sweetness, cut through spice, or be used to contrast saltiness.

Flavor notes: Malty, almost caramel, sweet

Pairs with: Sun-dried or roasted tomatoes; Cheddar or Asiago cheese; barbeque; sausage; hearty soups; salted chocolates; anything with peanut butter

AWARDS:
2008 SILVER MEDAL
Great American Beer Festival - Amber Lager

2005 GOLD MEDAL
Great American Beer Festival - Amber Lager

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