Pamper yourself with this Irish delicacy
Written: Aug 14 '01
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Pros: Crisp, refreshing lager with just a touch of delicious bitterness.
Cons: It's pricey, and it ain't easy to get a hold of either.
The Bottom Line: Harp is definitely a beer you want to try. It's crisp, refreshing, has a great robust flavor, everything you could ask for in a lager.
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| lpteague's Full Review: Harp Lager |
I had heard about the greatness of Harp lager for some time, and the other week I finally decided to grab a 6-pack and decide for myself. Needless to say, I was not disappointed.
Harp Lager is brewed and imported by the good people from Guinness, as you can read for yourself on the bottle. So it is an Irish beer. This is only the second Irish beer I've tried (gasp!), with Guinness itself being the other. As you can see, I don't know a tremendous amount about Irish beer. What I can tell you is this:
When you pour a bottle of Harp, your glass will be filled with a clean, golden brew, somewhat reminiscent of apple juice in appearance. Harp has a sweet, malty smell to it, which is very pleasant. In my opinion, this one of the better smelling beers that I have sampled. The head is also rather impressive to me. If drinking Harp from a glass, you'll notice a delicate sheet of white suds on the side of your glass. Those will stay put for the remainder of your beer. Now for the really exciting part, the taste! My first thought is very crisp, very clean. There is a substantial amount of carbonation in Harp, but I think it really complements the beer. Sort of adds to the crispness. Not overly carbonated as, say, Miller Lite, but just right. Harp should be considered a dry beer, because there is only a hint of sweetness to speak of, but this sweetness is one of Harp's attributes that makes it so special. The finish is a tad bitter, but it's very balanced and only lingers in your mouth for a few moments. In determining whether this beer is filling or not, I'd have to rate it right down the middle. 2 or 3 is all I would want to consume in one sitting.
Harp, due to it's slight bitterness, would best compliment a hearty meal of say, steak, prime rib, or maybe ribs. This is definitely a beer for special occasions, unless you are a little better off financially than I am. It will cost you more than other beers, but every once in a while, you should reward yourself. So go out, grab a 6-pack of Harp, and savor this delicious Irish brew!
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