Firestone Walker Brewing Co. Wookey Jack Black Rye IPA at 8.3% ABV
Pours a deep cola red/brown with one finger of persistent tan head, minimal lacing. Nose is dominated by piney hops, with dark roasty malt tones of coffee and chocolate in the background. Taste is similar, with a distinct rye edge and a pleasant coffee bite playing against the hoppiness. Mouth feel is surprisingly light for the colour, but still tends towards a fuller body, with a pleasant warming and lingering bitter finish.
Another really good beer from Firestone Walker. Lots of depth, interesting hop bitterness and rye sourness without being palate-wrecking aggressive, and just enough ABV to be felt as a gentle warming, without any aggression at all. To the extent I have any criticism at all, the nose could be just slightly more emphatic.
9.5/10 #ryansbooze
