Monday 22 September 2008

J.W. Lees John Willies

  • Name: J.W. Lees John Willies*, 5.0%, England
  • Appearance: Chestnut brown. Hazy. Lots of longlasting white head.
  • Aroma: Some malt and hops. Hint of yeast? Some fruit.
  • Taste: Bit of malt, hops. Nicely balanced, but slightly watery.
  • Bought: Beers of Europe, 500 ml, £1.89
  • Overall score: 3/6
  • Info: 22/9-2008, 199/500
* The beer in the 500-book is referred to as "Lees Manchester Champion Beer", but based on the label in the picture and some internet-searching, it seems like this is indeed the "Lees John Willies".

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