I tried Sweetwater Blue for the first time this past weekend, and wow was I pleasantly surprised. I bought it because I thought my wife would love it (nailed that) and it looked like something fun to try as summer kicks in, but I expected more of a novelty beer, something to drink one of before moving to something more.. profound. I still haven't moved on.

While it is somewhat of a novelty (if you don't like blueberries, you won't like this beer), I found myself ready, willing and able to drink about as many of these as I could find on the night we cracked them open. They smell absolutely great - the blueberry aroma is strong but pleasant and hints at what's to come. The taste is delicious - not overwhelmingly blueberry-tastic, just enough to leave a nice taste in your mouth and leave said mouth watering for the next one. It's a beer anyone can enjoy, and while not everyone will want to spend all night drinking these, I can't imagine anyone being disappointed with a six pack on the patio or at the beach.

All in all, Sweetwater Blue is very smooth and very drinkable - a perfect summer brew.