Spinnakers Brewpub and Guest Houses India Pale Ale English IPA at 7.1% ABV | 55 IBU (C$5.59 at BC Liquor Stores, 650 ml, packaged on 1-May-2017, acquired 14-Sep-2017, reviewed 20-Sep-2017)
Appearance: slightly hazy deep gold with three fingers of growing fluffy ivory head, excellent retention and spotty lacing. (3/5) Aroma: bready malt, toffee, honey, citrus, earth. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-high bitter. (7/10) Medium body, moderate carbonation, off-dry lingering bitter finish. (3/5)
An English-style flavour profile in both the hops and malt, but with a much bigger bitterness than is typical for the style. Toasty malts lead the way over mild citrus and earthy hops. Nothing too memorable. (13/20)
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