Boston Beer Co.
American IPA
5.8% ABV
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12 oz bottle with a best before date of February 2011 poured into a Samuel Adams “perfect pint” on the early morning of September 30, 2010.
Appearance 5/5
Bright and clear, dark amber red colored with a big, creamy, off white head that's going to leave an excellent, excellent, lacing. I don't know if it's the Sam Adams glass, but IS this a beautiful IPA! The head on this thing is creamy, dense, and rocky, like a classic Belgian ale. Have to wait for the foam to subside before noting anything on aroma.
Aroma 3/5
Nice malt aroma to it, slightly toasty and sweet perhaps. However, where are the hops? Such a weak hop aroma for an ale that tastes this good! A shame.
Taste 4.5/5
Bitter and flavorful from beginning to finish, with a supporting malt base. Has a familiar citrusy zing to it. The taste is very good, if not the best. The finish is clean and leaves a bitter aftertaste.
Mouthfeel 5/5
Nice and crisp, with some remnant maltiness without being anywhere close to cloying. Classic AIPA style.
Drinkability 5/5
Props to Sam Adams for making a good tasting IPA with relatively low alcohol. Just dry hop it generously guys and we have a winner! (Wouldn't the brewers love it when drunk douches tell them what to do!).
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