Great Lakes Orange Honey6pk

Orange Honey is a six-pack of canned domestic beer, and the name points to a flavored ale built around citrus and honey. The label lists Massachusetts as its state of origin. No ABV or IBU is given here, so treat the following as what beers in this style usually deliver: a soft, lightly sweet malt base, a floral honey note that reads more as aroma and a rounded finish than as sugar, and orange that leans toward peel and zest rather than juice. Bitterness in this kind of beer is typically restrained, with hops kept in the background so the fruit and honey stay in front. Because the profile is gentle, it works best with food that is not heavy-handed. Expect it to suit grilled chicken, shrimp tacos, pork carnitas, and salads with citrus vinaigrette or goat cheese. The orange and honey notes also tend to soften mild heat, so lightly spiced dishes like Thai-style noodles or chicken wings with a medium sauce make sensible partners. Soft cheeses such as brie or fresh mozzarella suit it well, as does a plain sharp cheddar for contrast. Serve it cold, around 38 to 45°F, which keeps the citrus bright and the honey from turning cloying. Straight from the fridge is fine, though letting the can sit for a few minutes before pouring opens up the aroma. A pint glass or a wheat-beer style tumbler is the right choice: pouring into a glass rather than drinking from the can lets the orange and honey aromas come forward, which matters more with a beer like this than with a plain lager. The cans are easy to chill in bulk and travel well to a cookout or a picnic.