Blue and Gray #3
Blue and Gray Fred Red Ale Unlike the previous two beers from Blue and Gray, this one appeared to be properly capped; it actually had a minimal head.  This is a standard Red Ale.  It is medium amber with a hint of red from the roasted barley.  Malt is slightly stronger than hops, with the distinct thick mouthfeel from the unfermentable sugars provided by the roasted barley -- possibly a bit too thick.  It is probably a bit too thick for a session beer; a pint of Fred Red is fairly filling.  However, it is a tasty variation on the theme of the chosen session beer.  If you're looking for an approximation of a loaf of bread in a glass, but dislike black beers, this is a good candidate.  It will probably do well with basic meat-and-potatoes fare -- stews, shepherd's pies, and heavier Indian or Chinese food.  3.5/5
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