March 2009

In an airplane between Chicago and Stockholm I was presented with this little surprise. “Spendrups” beer.

I pop open the can and give it a sniff.

It smells like a Millers. Not just a little. Not just a strong resemblance. Exactly.

Doesn’t taste like a Millers, though. It’s as hoppy as an Oregon craft beer and as flavorful as an IPA. I am pleasantly surprised and quite happy. Especially since it was free.

The hoppiness rides herd on a galloping light maltiness that seems perfectly balanced. The only thing damaging the flavor is the aluminum tang from the can. I bet it would taste much better from a bottle.

Pouring it into a little plastic cup didn’t help.