Sierra Nevada / Kiuchi Brewery Beer Camp Across the World: White IPA With Yuzu White IPA at 7% ABV | 20 IBU (US$2.15 at Beer Thirty Bottle Shop & Pour House, 355 ml, packaged on 26-Apr-2017, acquired 21-Jun-2017, reviewed 21-Jun-2017)
Appearance: hazy straw with one fat finger of rocky white head, good retention and moderate lacing. (4/5) Aroma: coriander, orange peel, pomes, crackery malt, stone fruit, earth. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, low bitter, light tart. (7/10) Medium-light body, moderate carbonation, dry spicy and astringent finish. (3/5)
It’s been quite a while since I had a Hitachino Nest, but if I recall the experience correctly, there are some distinct similarities here. Certainly there’s a distinct Belgian yeast character, but layered on top of that is an oily bitter citrus that balances well. Initially I almost thought I was getting a melon rind / green vegetal note, but now I’m not sure. Spices are a bit too emphatic, if you ask me, and nearly drown out everything else, both on the front end and in the finish. (14/20)
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