Breakside Brewery _India Golden Ale_ American Double / Imperial IPA at 8.1% ABV _(C$8.27 at Willow Park Wine & Spirits, 650 ml, bottle date 30-Apr-2016, acquired 18-Aug-2016, reviewed 18-Aug-2016)_
Appearance: slightly hazy pale gold with two fingers of fluffy ivory head, excellent retention and chunky lacing. (4/5) Aroma: dank resiny pine, caramel malt, tropical fruit, light floral. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-high bitter. (7/10) Medium slightly slick body, moderate carbonation, off-dry lingering bitter finish. (4/5)
Slightly elderly, perhaps – I’m not entirely certain of my interpretation of the smeary date stamp – but still decently hop-forward, with a pleasantly sweet caramel malt base. The fairly high ABV is well integrated, and never intrudes, making this dangerously drinkable. No, it’s not the most impressive DIPA I’ve ever had, and I’d probably like it more if it were brighter, but it’s still an enjoyable example of the style. (15/20)
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