Were I a cruel man, I would claim that Maxim Brewery's Samson has already had its hair cut. It is a former Vaux beer that's been in the North East for years (
Full Story Here) and it is not my intention to do it a disservice. From the get go it is a thoroughly drinkable pint. Reasonably smooth with a lovely copper color it seems created to be a good choice at the local for a swift one after work or a long session on a Friday night. What is disappointing however is the lack of stand-out flavors or unexpected notes. There is no guitar solo mid pint, no cunning lyrics to tease the tongue and this leaves it feeling a trifle dull. Now don't get me wrong, I've drunk it before and I'll drink it again, but on a quest for the world's greatest beer there will inevitably be casualties and this is one of them - a lowish 6/10.
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