Full Sail Pale Ale

The first sip of this fine ale made by Full Sail Brewing of Hood River, Oregon right on interstate 84 really grabs you. That blast of hop madness assaults the tongue and you wonder at first if that is all there is. Second sip and the hops seem a bit more subdued and the warm maltiness comes in if not in a truly balanced role. This is clearly set up to put the hop flavor in its prominence. Not a lawnmower day beer, it is to be enjoyed when thirst is not the first priority. I certainly enjoyed it and you will too.