Steel & Oak Brewing Co. Shiny Things – American IPA at 6% ABV (C$4.50 at Collective, 473 ml, packaged on 18-May-2021, acquired 2-Jul-2021, reviewed 3-Jul-2021)
Appearance: hazy pale straw with one fat finger of fine white head, good retention and spotty lacing. (4/5) Aroma: oily citrus zest, melon, pale crackery malt, mild pine. (8/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-low bitter. (8/10) Medium-light body, moderate carbonation, off-dry mild bitter finish. (4/5)
Brewer notes say this is hopped with Huell Melon, Mandarina Bavaria, and Hallertau Blanc, with Pilsner malt and oats as the malt bill. In the past, I’ve been less than impressed with two of those, accusing them of failing to live up to their names. This time, though, they really deliver, with a pleasant combination of citrus zest and melon. Clean malt and light pine round out a very nice overall profile. I haven’t had a lot by this brewer, but this is by far the best (for n=7, μ=6.4 & σ=1.03). (16/20)
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