Gemini (Imperial Blended Ale)
FROM ANCIENT NOTES I'll try to supplement these old notes with my spot on memory as I have a mind like a sieve. I do remember sharing this in the company of OlieIPA, Mauerhan, and Aimstatus. I do remember 'twas Olie who offered up this virgin to our ritualistic pagan beer sacrificing event. I do remember having high expectations as I just love Southern Tier and DIPAs. As we poured, the comment at the time (from notes) was that this looked liked Amy's urine. What the fuck has she been drinking? Pours a translucent copper with a dishy white head. Maybe she should see a doctor. Smell is of faint caramel, maybe toffee. Bready even, but not real strong. Far from what I was expecting. Thick and thin. Yep. Taste is extremely similar to the aroma. Bready here too. As a west coaster, this is not anywhere near what I would call a double IPA. Almost taste tobacco. Hop presence is non-existant. End notes. I remember being let down, which is a rare feeling between me and a Southern Tier brew, so of course I forgive them. For now. Overall: let down