This one definintely interesting to say the least, Camomile and Ginger are typically two ingredients you don't usually hear associated with beer. That is unless you are really into a combination of beer and tea, and I hope your not because you may have some severe alternate issues going on. Epic Ales LLC is the maker of this brew, and I have not been to this one yet, but if google maps is correct it lies on one of those back streets just off of 1st ave near the West Seattle Bridge. It's a paper bottle cover with yellow print, so those of you who haven't memorized the surgeon general's warning, well good luck you better have some damn fine eyesight! As for alcohol percentage, I have no idea they don't print it, but if I had to judge off the top of my head I'd say it's about 6-6.5%. Fairly decent and standard as far as a microbrew goes. The basic ale itself seems to be a pale ale base, with which the ingredients have been mixed. I have had one similar from trade route that was also a ginger pale ale, and that one definitely had some sting to it. This one not as much, and I believe the camomile has a lot to do with it. Initially when it hits your mouth it has a strong upfront tart flavor, and a kind of stinging sweetness typical of ginger. The camomile does a good job of mellowing out this strong flavor to make this an enjoyable drink versus something that tastes more like a dare. Where did I find it? Bottleworks in Seattle is the only place I've ever found this beer, other than that it may just be the brewery given that it does not seem to be a big brewery yet. It definitely has a lighter flavor so anyone who enjoys those kind of drinks, plus a little extra tartness will enjoy this brew, otherwise it may not be your thing. For all those who want a little slap of change in their brew though kick back and enjoy.
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