Vegetal and subtly sweet in the nose. Generally unoffensive, but nothing real enjoyable or attractive in the aroma category. Maybe a hint of herbal hops. 3/5
Taste is much like the smell with canned vegetables, light malts/adjuncts (rice, corn), obligatory bittering hops and a mild sweetness in the finish. 3/5
The mouthfeel is appropriate for this pale adjunct lager standard bearer. 3.5/5
Overall: 3
Notes: Could have had this fresher, but this is pretty much it. At best, the hops are more floral and pronounced.
More notes: One thing that's worth mentioning about Pabst Brewing Co is the fact that it is the home of several "old man" beers that at one time were far more visible/better distributed. Some of these near-lost brews include: Stroh's, Schmidt (see the movie Grumpy Old Men), Primo, Blatz and Old Style.
I am drinking one right now with the "JUN042012" stamped onto the bottom of the can and was looking online to see if this was a "born on" or "best by" date. Well, I believe an expert like yourself that it's the "best by" date. Damn cheap local bar. I should have known there was a reason why it was only $1.75/can. Last time I'm going there. Pabst normally tastes better than this. It definitely has a 1 month+ stale taste to it.
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