1. Longboard Island Lager
The topic of this piece is Longboard Island Lager beer. Looking at the packaging, the background features a sky in shades of red, a blue sea, and yellow sand. There’s a single surfer riding a wave, with an island or mountain in the background, adorned with palm trees, grass, and flowers—a very picturesque design.
At the top, the manufacturer is identified as Kona Brewing. The product name, Longboard Island Lager, is prominently displayed. The beer is from the USA, with an alcohol content of 4.6% and a volume of 473ml. It has a shelf life of one year.
Just from this description, thoughts of summer and Hawaii come to mind. I expected this beer to be refreshing and reminiscent of Blue Moon, with its light and floral notes. However, I was surprised to find that it adheres strictly to German purity laws, using only traditional ingredients.
2. Kona Brewing Stroy
Kona Brewing Company was founded by a partnership of Cameron Healy and Spoon Khalsa. They aimed to reflect the spirit, culture, and beauty of Hawaii by crafting artisanal beers on the local island.
The brewery, rooted in the Kailua-Kona of Hawaii’s Big Island, has grown to become a globally recognized craft beer brand. Their enduring passion for Hawaii and its pristine natural beauty has fueled them for over 25 years.
3. Tasting Notes
Longboard Island Lager doesn’t exhibit a very rich carbonation or foam. It lacks notable persistence. It has a golden color, and upon sniffing, you can detect a subtle hoppy aroma with hints of malt.
In terms of taste, it didn’t fully meet my expectations. While it is light, clean, and refreshing, it’s notable for its pleasant malty flavor.
4. Product Information
Product Name: Longboard Island Lager Beer
Food Type: Beer
Alcohol Content and Volume: 4.6%, 473ml (16OZ)
Ingredients: Purified Water, Malt, Hops, Yeast
Manufacturer: Kona Brewing Company
Country of Origin: USA
5. Overall Review
In conclusion, I think it’s a light and clean lager beer that’s easy to drink. It would especially be enjoyable during summer or at the beach. Personally, I preferred it over Kona’s Big Wave Golden Ale. Among the beers I’ve tried, it’s been difficult to find ones with just the basic four ingredients and a light feel, so I appreciate it even more.
As for repurchasing, I would consider buying it again for summer, in hot climates, or at resorts. It might not be the perfect season right now, but it’s still a great beer for a casual drink.