Founders Double Trouble
Bought a 64OZ Growler from Cicero's Italian Restaurant in the Loop (St. Louis), MO for $17.50. Poured from the Growler into a 16oz HotShots Pint Glass and enjoyed 1 day after purchasing from Cicero's. Aroma- Has a strong citrus and hop aroma from the beginning. Above average and finishes with a piney note. Very powerful! Appearance- Pours a 3 finger head that stays for a good amount of time. Has a medium orange/copper colored body with a bit of haziness. Leaves great lacing behind. Flavor- Has a strong citrus hop taste and light grapefruit in here. Medium-High bitterness and very strong attributes! Seems almost dry hopped from the tasting but either way, fresh and enjoyable! Mouthfeel- Medium-Full Bodied, Medium Carbonation, Smooth, and awesome hop flavor on the palate afterwards. Overall Impression- While enjoying the Centennial IPA weekly this past year, I was happy to come back to this 2X IPA from Founders again! I definitely recommend this one with its strong citrus hop flavors and punch to the mouth. A hop heads dream! I definitely didn't know this one was over 9% though! I had this for the first time @ the Founders Beer Dinner @ The Stable in Benton Park. Love coming back to good beers!