Integrity IPA
On tap at the Flying Saucer here in Houston... Appearance: Pours a hazy orangish golden color with a thick 1/2" head of small off white bubbles. There are not that many bubbles rising, but somehow the head manages to stick around for quite some time. Aroma: There is a pretty nice blend of American citrus variety hops in the nose to dominate. More subtle in the balance is a sweet toasty presence from the malt. Taste: The flavor is really disappointing when compared to the aroma. It is really dry and minerally with a chalky aftertaste that simply won't go away. There is a whole bunch of hops in the flavor and finish of this beer even thought there is a toasty malt contribution that is slight but present. There is also a mild caramel noticeable after the beer warms a bit. The hops and minerals dominate the finish. Opinion: I didn't care for this beer. It has a nice aroma and appearance, but the flavor is off. The water is not suitable for a beer like this. I guess the guys at Rogue have gotten used to the minerally flavors that they produce as this is almost a signature in their non-stouts. I won't be drinking this beer again anytime soon.