Thursday, October 31, 2024

Beer Review - Dragon Blossom

A pint of yellowish Dragon Blossom held by a hand in front of a gate in the Epcot China Pavillion
Dragon Blossom


It’s time again for Epcot’s Luminous: The Symphony of Us! Which means I need a beer. This new to me brew was a surprise. I was holding a viewing spot down in Mexico, but I wasn’t in the mood for a “Lägermaiz”…though I considered it. So I went on a bit of a walkabout but wasn’t in the mood for anything German. There in the China Pavilion, a brew unexpectedly caught my eye. At the Joy of Tea, known for the “Tipsy Ducks in Love” one beer was on tap!

“Dragon Blossom” honestly is not the beer that I would pick up at my local liquor store with the description of orange blossom honey and green tea. I mean, I like a good tea, a good black tea! But I didn’t want to wander anymore…and needed to make a quick choice to hold down the Luminous Lookout!

“Dragon Blossom” is a no IBU, 5.5% ABV pilsner crafted by the local Orange Blossom Brewing Company. To be honest, I’ve had an orange-toned ale from Orange Blossom in the past, and it was fine but it wouldn’t steal an order from my next new to me beer. So I was shocked to find myself in line. And let me say, this is what you really want to see from a themed beer in Epcot. Yes, it’s not an import from China. But it is a nice sweet lager, where you sip and clearly can taste the honey and the green tea. After being foiled by other beers where I failed to taste the adjunct flavors I was pleased and satisfied. I also think the yellow pilsner fits the vibe of the pavilion.

Orange Blossom Brewing Company’s found Tom Moench and Steve Jobs have a lot in common! Moench started his brewery in his garage when he was too young to drink. It is one of Orlando’s first breweries. A key to the taste profile is the Orange Blossom Honey which is made from the nectar of orange blossoms. And while orange groves may be harder to find in Orlando than years ago, they were a large part of Moench’s childhood.

Who Drinks This? It’s clearly the best option for those who can’t find anything to drink in Norway and don’t want to walk to Germany! It’s also a beer for those who want an adult beverage that is unique to the China Pavilion, but may not want the bourbon-backed “Tipsy Ducks in Love”. It’s sweet, it’s unique, and it fits the theme of the China Pavilion. Finally, with the well-showcased green tea, it is definitely worth some sips. 

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