Review – Simple by Coalition Brewing

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Billed as an India Style Session Ale, Simple from Coalition Brewing pours a slightly hazy orange. Aroma is almost wort-ish but pleasant. I get some spice notes from the addition of the rey and a small touch of orange. But the dominant note is grapefruit and the pith. You almost get a grapefruit juice quality of bitterness.  Some slight grain notes as well. And I think the label is quite well done.  Bright colors and a easy to spot hop cone to latch onto when beer shopping.

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My recommendation for this review is neither books nor movies nor music but donuts! Blue Star Donuts from Portland.  My mother and I had a great time choosing a donut to have with our coffee but I can easily see pairing one with a beer like this that has such a great citrus taste.  The Rhubard/Berry glazed donut would be a great start.