Day 52, 2.21.11., Hinano

Here's a beer from Tahiti.  Another bottle of beer that's more well traveled than I am.  The official website calls it a 'Deluxe Lager' at 5% ABV.  I would sooner call it a 'blond lager' at 5% ABV.

Regular readers of this blog will remember that I have a rocky relationship with beers from the tropics.  We're ever dubious of each other.  Actually, I'm not sure how it feels about me; I'm dubious.
But here's the good news: Hinano is terrific.
It's a cloudy blond with a big white head.  On the nose, there are fruity notes, including some interesting sweet lemon aromas.
The flavor of the beer offers some of the yeastyness that I generally associate with lagers, and it's very well integrated into a beer with enough body to keep its character interesting but keep it nice and refreshing. 
It's really well hopped to, with the perfect amount of bitterness.  This beer is a perfect refreshing lager to enjoy on a hot day.  Or perhaps a hot location.  Like Tahiti.  Pairs nicely with lawn chairs.
7 out of 10