My experience with Dry Dock so far has been solid. Every beer I have had of theirs has not disappointed and this beauty is no different. I usually get whatever Dry Dock is pouring at my favorite pubs and as of late the Apricot Blonde has hit the kegs and shelves. As I write this it's a pretty hot day on the range so my first sip should be a good'n. Yes, it was/is good. The nose smells like a split open apricot shoved in your face. Common to other good brews with fruit adjunct it's a bit chewy as well. Kind of like the Pyramid Apricot Wheat. Yet this is not as un-filtered as that. There are subtle notes of coriander which is not un-typical for any type of Blonde. But it's the fruity goodness of the apricots that take center stage. It's quaffable obviously at a mellow ABV of 5.1%. Other beers made with stone fruits tend to bring out a nice bready flavor in the malt. Maybe it's a pectin thing. Not sure. Regardless, it's damn good. Enjoy it if you get the chance. They're going quick!
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