I have officially fallen in love with US craft beer, after only sampling a handful in recent weeks. On top of that, I can't get enough of IPA's at the minute, and the pretty flavours that come with the hop-heavy presence. I've heard very good things about this one...
In the glass, a hazy burnished amber colour greets you, which is capped off by a sumptuous head of creamy foam. Tons of lacing on the glass. Looks mighty fine!
Typical nose: floral hops aromas of grapefruit, orange zest, grass, honey and oily hop loveliness.
Wow, there is certainly a heap of flavour packed into this. A sweet, toffee malt base is accompanied by grass and straw flavour at the front end. The malt sweetness manages to fight its corner when the grapefruit and zesty orchard flavours wrestle your tongue to the canvas. Hops continue to develop, and end with pine, some spice and oily resins. Bitterness is moderate to high, and lingers hand-in-hand with the malty goodness.
Carbonation is top drawer and it manages to create a palate coating, creamy mouthfeel. Full-bodied, with gentle astringency on the finish, this is perfectly constructed and balanced. This is so packed with flavour, and I am amazed how to malt complements the hop onslaught with such success. Best IPA I've had thus far.
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