Lately it has been quite hot here in NJ and we’ve been fortunate enough to get in some nice pool days. I’m not going to say I haven’t fired back a few high ABV double IPAs while swimming in the sunshine, but lately I just haven’t wanted anything that heavy in the heat. I definitely adjust my beer consumption based on the weather. This past weekend, I was looking for something on the much lighter side. The beer store had a variety pack of Kona Brewing and I figured “Why Not?”
It had Kona Big Wave and Longboard Lager as expected. Both solid standard pool beers and easy drinking. They also had the Kona Light Blonde Ale (which I’m not proud to say I could probably throw back a dozen of these with no ill effects). And they had Mai Time (which isn’t even currently listed on their website). Kona Mai Time is a light American Pale Wheat Ale brewed by Kona Brewing Co., inspired by the classic Mai Tai cocktail. It’s known for its refreshing, citrusy, and tropical fruit profile, with real pineapple, orange, and lime notes.
This one didn’t’ really do it for me. Don’t get me wrong, it won’t go to waste and I’ll choke it down. Maybe the flavor profile just wasn’t what I expected. Either way, they were all under 5% ABV and enjoyable enough on the back deck after swimming or yard work.
Here is the list of the current beers offered by Kona. Has anyone had them at the actual brewery in Hawaii? Curious how the flavor differs as our Kona beers are likely brewed up in New Hampshire. Let me know if you have! Aloha!
Our Brews | Kona Brewing Hawaiʻi
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