Rampage Imperial IPA
Poured from a 22 oz. bottle into a tulip. Thanks to RC0032 for bringing this out. Appearance: My pour is a mostly transparent caramel color with a modest white cap on top. A little bit of lace and decent retention on the head. Smell: Caramel and light malts, some prickly and spicy pine, some grassy hops, and a few spicy notes as well. Taste: This is a fairly mild double IPA. The caramel malt adds some sweetness but does not dominate. The hops have some light lemon and grapefruit notes, a fair amount of grass, and some prickly pine. The finish feels like it is light or faded. Mouthfeel: The body is full but a little bit drier than I would expect out of a big DIPA. Slightly spicy and prickly from the alcohol with a creamy carbonation. Overall: This DIPA was all right. Nothing about it disappointed, but the flavors were not that strong or unique.