Unfiltered Double Simcoe IPA
This beer pours a hazy deep copper with subtle golden hues. A solid 2 finger fluffy head of blonde foam stands up well and laces the glass with intricate detail. Picture worthy. This is an extremely complex brew as is first noted on the nose. Of course hops. Bright, citrus, and fresh fruits. Hints of Granny Smith apples. A very pronounced yeast character is present imparting a slightly sour tang in the back of the nose. Towards the end malts are nicely balanced in. Flavor begins a very strong presence of hops with strong notes of orange skin--the sharp scent just after the zest when the white of the skin is present--bitter. Grapefruit intermingles with sharp but flavorful notes. A medly of other fruits mix in. Mild bite of granny smiths, and sweet but sharp kiwis. Very resinous and oily on the tougne. Middle kicks in with a slightly funky-sour yeast tang that accents the bitterness from the hops. Finally a solid malt profile ends the flavor with a slight biscuit note. Unlike many D=IPA's there is no lingering sweetness. This brew never becomes syurpy. This beer offers good but not excessive carbonation. The overall mouthfeel is very smooth. The alcohol is so well masked it barely comes through. Drinkability is very good for an ABV this high. The oily hops resin does linger after a while. Overall a very solid brew full of great flavors.