Double IPA (Brewmaster Series)
Clear and deep gold, a thick off-white cap formed during the pour and settled very slowly. Lots of lace was left behind on the glass. Nice aroma, plenty of hops - pine, a little resin, white grapefruit. There was a little spiciness and mild caramel character as well. Strong hop presence in the flavour too, with a solid bitterness that lingered in the finish and a lot of pine and grapefruit throughout. Malts gave it a pleasant sweetness up front, while it finished with spicy alcohol and a bit of caramel. Medium bodied with average carbonation. Fairly dry with moderate alcohol warmth. A solid DIPA all around. Nicely balanced while keeping the focus on the hops. Good stuff.