Deschutes Brewery Hop Slice Summer Ale Session IPA at 5% ABV | 35 IBU (C$3.20 at Oak & Vine, 355 ml, packaged on 11-Apr-2017, acquired 5-Jun-2017, reviewed 8-Jun-2017)
Appearance: slightly hazy deep gold with one fat finger of creamy off-white head, good retention and moderate lacing. (4/5) Aroma: mild, citrus, honey, floral, hint of pine. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate bitter. (8/10) Medium-light body, moderate carbonation, off-dry medium duration mild bitter finish. (3/5)
Not quite sure how to classify this: Golden Ale? Blonde? American IPA? I’ve settled on Session IPA as the best descriptor overall, mostly because of the light, almost watery-tending body. Mild, pleasant, and easy-drinking – but I’d be happier with brighter hops, especially on the nose. (I always seem to be slightly disappointed by Lemon Drop Hops, which never seem to be quite as citrusy as I hope they’re going to be.) Good, but not particularly memorable. (15/20)
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