Oak Aged Unearthly (Imperial India Pale Ale)
Sampled on 4-17-09 Pours slightly hazy golden color, with a thin and reasonably clean white head. Smell is lots of earthy and citrus hops, the oak and hops combine to form a distinct and very strong lime aroma. Taste is very good, the citrus and woody flavors make a great combo, very subtle and easy-going. The finish is on the bitter side, with lots of lime. Mouthfeel is good, thinner but syrupy to complment the hops. Drinkability is also good, the alcohol adds only a warming at the end, and the flavors are well matched. Overall, impressive. Oak and IPA are a great combination that isn't utilized by enough breweries.