I found that Capt'n Eli's Ginger Beer comes on with a nice ginger kick but finishes with a noticeable woody/herbal aftertaste. This might be fine for the consumer who plans to use this beverage as a mixer. But if you enjoy ginger beer as a refreshing soft drink or to accompany a meal, it could be objectionable. In comparison, Reed's Extra offers a similarly potent dose of ginger goodness with a crisp, citrus presentation.
Overall, this addition to the Captn Eli's product lineup is great! This has perhaps the most bite of any of the high quality ginger ales I've tried. I can see how the taste may be too overwhelming for some, and it certainly isn't something I would purchase regularly due to its potentcy, but I won't hold that against this being a great drink.
