Tempest Brewing Co. Vermont Sessions 44 Cl. (can)

Tempest Brewing Co.'s Raisu is its take on the rice lager: the name means "rice" in Japanese, and it carries the meticulous attention to detail that has long defined the brewing tradition of the Land of the Rising Sun. Pilsner malt, milled rice and wheat meet traditional hops and a deft hand, resulting in a lager of remarkable cleanliness, dry and crisp, with a light floral note and an aroma of fresh bread. On the palate it is slender and lively, light bodied, with a gentle citrus malt character that closes in a sharp, clean finish. A 4.8% ABV lager that is essential, precise and refreshing, made for those who look for the beauty of subtraction in the glass.