The Dirt
The Russian River Redemption is labeled a blonde ale, but this isn't your typical blonde. It's the most full flavored blonde I've had, and I assume this is what a blonde should be versus the typical American versions. Light and refreshing, yet full of flavor, the Redemption looks like a wit and tastes like a pilsner meets Belgian. It's less hoppy than a Belgian pale ale, but has more character than a pils or blonde. The first third of the beer's taste profile is Belgian (clove, bit of funk), then fades to more of the pilsner/blonde profile of light and crisp. Perhaps calling this a "Belgian single" would be a good title.
This beer is an absolutely excellent brew for a hot summer. Be sure to avoid bitter foods (my mistake was a cucumber), but definitely enjoy with spicy food.
Worth it?
I don't recall what I paid for this (it was a single). Whatever it was, it wasn't bad and is totally worth it. So in summary: yes.
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