Why did I buy this beer? It was all about the label for me.
One look at that cute little oligarchical oinker and it was like that bossy bacon seed was dictating that I purchase a bottle of Fascist Pig Ale. Who am I to argue with that adorable yet pugnacious porker?
I like his tail, too.
Fascist Pig Ale (8% ABV) is an imperial red ale brewed by Finch's Brewing Company in the arguably autocratic city of Chicago, Ill.
It pours a hazy deep burnt orange and is pretty dense looking in the glass. It forms a frothy off-white head with moderately aggressive pour.
The aroma very malty with citrus and other fruity hops.
The taste is sweet and malty up front but not sticky sweet. There is a whisper of rye and then it begins to teeter towards bitter hops - grapefruit, juicy fruits. The finish begins slightly sweet but a resinous bitterness overtakes and washes it away.
The mouthfeel is medium to full and somewhat creamy. Nice carbonation.
I like Fascist Pig, it's a pretty tasty brew. It's not just a cute label. It is hoppy enough to be nearly mistaken for an imperial IPA but sweet and malty enough to lean towards the amber side.
Overall: very good
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