Purple Haze (Abita)

As long as I've known about this brew, I had never tried it. I've seen it on tap a number of times, but wasn't up for the wheat (with raspberry puree). I really didn't know what it was, but was feeling up to something new: hot weather and limited taps.

General Thoughts
Look and Smell: It had a white foamy head that dissipated quickly. It was cloudy. I couldn't smell anything over the crowded bar.

Taste: The raspberry was strong. It was wheaty (expected). It had a sourness to the sweetness of it, but it was still pretty sweet for my tastes. It was very carbonated. It reminded me of a raspberry soda. I would probably never drink this again. It wasn't repulsive, but it wasn't what I look for in a beer. I could see some people really liking it though.

From the Abita site:
Purple Haze is a crisp, American style wheat beer with raspberry puree added after filtration. Therefore, you may see raspberry pulp in the beer. The raspberries provide the lager with a subtle purple coloration and haze, a fruity aroma, and a tartly sweet taste.

This beer is best served with salads or light fruit desserts, such as soufflés or chiffon cakes. Many people enjoy it with chocolate desserts. Purple Haze pairs well with certain cheeses, such as ripened Brie or any dessert made with Mascarpone. It’s also great paired with entrees prepared with fruit, especially citrus. Consider enjoying Purple Haze alone at the end of your meal as dessert.