Cycling Frog Ruby Grapefruit Thc Seltz

Cycling Frog Ruby is a beer from Esplanda, brewed in Massachusetts. The name points to a ruby-hued, red-leaning ale, though the producer's details here don't state a style, ABV or IBU, so what follows describes what that kind of beer typically offers rather than a measured profile. Beers in the red or ruby ale family usually pour clear amber-red to deep copper under a tan or off-white head. Expect a malt-forward balance: toasted bread crust, caramel, and sometimes a hint of toffee or light roast, with a moderate hop presence that adds a little herbal, earthy or citrus-peel lift and a clean, restrained bitterness. Most examples sit in a sessionable range of roughly 4.5 to 6 percent ABV, so check the label for this bottle's exact figure. The malt sweetness and light roast make this style a natural match for grilled and roasted foods. Burgers, sausages, barbecue chicken and pork chops all pick up the caramelized notes in the beer. It also works with sharp cheddar, aged Gouda and smoked cheeses, with roasted root vegetables, and with pizza topped with cured meats. Its moderate bitterness cuts through fatty or salty dishes without overwhelming milder ones. Serve it cool rather than ice-cold, around 45 to 50°F (7 to 10°C), which lets the malt character show. A fridge-cold bottle left out for ten minutes is about right. A nonic pint glass or a tulip is a good choice, as either holds the head and concentrates the toasty, lightly hoppy aroma. Pour with a gentle tilt and leave any yeast sediment behind if the bottle is conditioned.