Boxing Rock Brewing Co. The Next Chapter Rye India Pale Ale American IPA at 6.3% ABV (Via trade – thanks, Chris! – 650 ml, bottle date 24-Feb-2015)
Pours clear red-tinged pale to medium amber with one finger of fluffy light tan head, good retention and moderately heavy lacing. (4/5) Nose is spicy and sour rye, caramel malt, pine and citrus hops. (7/10) Taste is mild to moderate sweet, moderate bitter, mild spicy, slight sour. (8/10) Medium body, moderate carbonation, mildly bitter and spicy finish. (4/5)
Mmm… I do like a nice RyePA – and this is pretty nice. The rye provides a nice supplement to the bittering hops, adding a little spicy and slightly sour kick. I’m very pleased to have been able to sample this limited distribution (New Brunswick only) brew! (15/20)
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