Welcome back for another brew review! Today, we take you to Magnetic South Brewery on Main Street in Anderson, South Carolina to see what they have to offer. As with this and all other brew reviews, please ensure that these, or any brews, are enjoyed in accordance with local laws wherever you may be.
Starting off this time will be the Hitman Hops IPA. A citrus scent comes from this hazy colored brew, yet upon first sip, the hops come to you in a very controlled manner that is not overpowering to the taste buds. The roof of the mouth will experience an aftertaste, but is not too bitter that even the beer drinking novice will be able to tolerate. This seems to be a good all weather choice for any season that you'll want to grab if you happen to be in the area.
Next up is the Legacy American Amber Ale. This particular offering was created in memory of a fallen inspirational brewer in South Carolina, and is the result of a collaboration between many other brewers in the state. Once greeted with the traditional amber scent and brownish red color you come to expect, the first sip will bring a little bite to the taste buds on what is otherwise a fairly smooth brew. There is a slight aftertaste that will be left after drinking. Although this is a fairly average selection when compared to other ambers, the tribute is enough to be able to choose this at least once.
As full time RVers, we can't wait to get on the road again, so what a better fitting brew for us then the On The Road Again Brown Ale. First presentation gives a golden brown color but with no noticeable scent found. One sip is found to be not heavy at all when compared to other brews in the category, going down smooth with no aftertaste to be found. If you're finding yourself in the transition of seasons, around the time of the equinoxes, this is the perfect choice to help your taste buds through the change. Just make sure you're not having it immediately before going on the road again.
Finally on the docket we come to The Raven, a Czech Dark Lager. This brew is proudly dark when presented with no scent to be found. Though many dark drinkers will prefer themselves over to the stouts and porters, this selection has an earthy flavor that reminds you of a stout, but without all the aftertaste from those other ingredients as it smoothly goes down without any bite. If you're in the colder weather but have said "nevermore" to the stouts, this will be a wonderful alternative to drink.
On a side note, although we enjoyed a number of the brews at Magnetic South, we were a little disappointed by the customer service of one of the bartenders, as she seemed to favor the regulars while basically ignoring the first time visitors. There is a second location in the larger city of Greenville that may be better. This isn't to take away from what is otherwise a good product, but if your Internal Compass takes you to the area and you want to try this brewery, be careful as to when you go and who you see.
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