A blue moon, or the second coming of a full moon in a given month, can be enjoyed during the day as well as the night. Conversely, Blue Moon Belgian White, tastes and drinks like a lazy Sunday afternoon but not a beer to be had at Sunday dinner. Financially backed, brewed, and marketed by Molson Coors Brewing Company, this "seasonal craft brew" is an oxymoron of its identity. Even Keith Villa of Coors admits the traditional orange slice it's served with serves more as an "attention getter" in the bar than a flavor enhancement.
If you're a Witbier/Wheat Beer or Hefeweizen fan, then this may be right up your alley. But for this beer drinker, not all beer meets me with hoppyness.
The Washdown:
- hazy orange color with citrus and spice hints and a sweet finish Blue Moon Belgian White (Blue Moon Brewing Co. in Golden, CO) 5.4% ABV
It pours with an ok head that disappears quickly, and has a strong citrus nose. The taste is not as disappointing, as the mouthfeel & finish both have strong flavor notes of Orange & Cumin. The carbonation is steady, but hard to see through the hazy orange color blazing throughout the entire glass.
It's not as good as you'd hop for, on a hot sunny day like this.
