Magic Hat – Number 9
September 8, 2010
Brew: Magic Hat Number 9
Location: South Burlington, VT
First Impressions: The #9 is a textbook brew by one of the nation’s largest micro breweries. Classified as a “Not Quite Pale Ale”, this brew is somewhat of a misfit when it comes to finding a family. While brewing it, Magic Hat adds fruity flavors to it, which give it a unique extra kick. Alright, let’s see how this brew fairs.
Aroma: A sweet fruity smell that is pretty prevalent. Apricots, citrus, maybe some lemons.
Overall Taste: Incredibly odd, yet still pleasant, refreshing and smooth. I’m not quite sure I’ll ever understand what the number 9 is made of, but that doesn’t matter to me. It is a quality and complex brew, which deserves recognition.
With that being said, I also don’t think I could drink any more than two number 9′s in a night. To me, this brew is a decent way to start a long night of drinking, but it shouldn’t be the main attraction. No malts, no real hops, just a mysterious pale ale.
I would recommend this brew to men and women a like and to those who don’t like the full body beers (porters, stouts, black lagers, etc).
You might also like: There is nothing that compares to Magic Hat #9, not even fruit flavored beers.
Price: 8.99 / 6-pack
ABV: 5.1%
Calories: 146
Grade: B
