Today I was listening to Craft Beer Radio episode 57 on American IPA and I got a desire of a hoppy IPA. I am also starting a selection of Flying Dog beers that I got on my last trip to Louisville.
This beer has a strong hop aroma with pine and orange notes. The hop aroma makes my mouth water it is so strong. The color is a darker yellow, and very transparent. The foam is very thick and lasts a long time, with only a small pour the foam fills the glass.
The beer starts sweet, but turns hoppy once it's past the tip of the tongue. The hops are pronounced with grassy pine flavor, and finishes with a tangerine taste. There is some bitterness in the beer, but it is balanced against the hop flavors. This beer is very hoppy, even with the sweet start the hops are the main component of this IPA.
I like a hoppy beer, and this fit the requirement for a hoppy beer. I was worried at first with the sweet taste that the sweet might be over powering, but the hops dominate the beer. This beer is not recommended for someone who doesn't like hops.
2 comments:
Hey William,
I work for the Flying Dog Brewery and just wanted to thank you for writing about our IPA! That is honestly my personal favorite! Have you ever tried the Double Dog Double Pale Ale? If not I would be more than happy to send you a sample! Let me know! Cheers!
I'm always happy to see someone reads my blog. I do have a Double Dog that I will do tonight along with a Gonzo Imperial Porter and a Classic Pale Ale. But these are the only 4 I've been able to find. I would happily accept and review any beer I am sent.
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