Torquemada Sarmiento is a robust American Amber Ale crafted for winter, offering an amplified sensory experience. The pour reveals a deep copper hue with a dense, off-white head. The aroma is highly expressive, featuring citrusy and resinous American hop notes layered over a rich foundation of caramel and toasted malt. On the palate, an initial malty sweetness leads into flavors of dark caramel and biscuit, balanced by a firm hop bitterness. This limited winter edition is characterized by a fuller body and a subtle, integrated alcohol warmth that lingers through a smooth, drying finish, providing a complex and warming profile.
Appearance.12-17 SRM. Deep amber to coppery-brown with distinct reddish highlights. Moderately large, off-white head with persistent retention and fine lacing. Generally brilliant clarity.
Aroma.High intensity. Prominent American hop character of grapefruit peel, pine resin, and light floral notes. Supporting this is a moderately high maltiness featuring rich caramel, toasted bread, and a hint of dark honey. Clean fermentation profile with very low fruity esters.
Taste.Bold initial impression of caramel and bready malt sweetness. Middle palate introduces toasted grain and biscuit flavors. Hop flavor is moderate, echoing the citrus and resin from the aroma. Bitterness is firm and moderately high, providing a clean balance against the malt. The finish is medium-dry with lingering caramel and a soft hop snap.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full body with a smooth, velvety texture. Carbonation is moderate. A gentle, pleasant alcohol warmth is present, reflecting its seasonal strength, without any harshness or astringency.