crzyhoya (2), Charleston, South Carolina, USA
does not count  | 4.5 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 5/5 | 18/20 |
May 10, 2008 This beer changes the definition of American-style IPAs, because it’s actually good. (No offense you American IPA lovers).
The hops actually blend well with the barley flavors - who would have thought!? Instead of a bitter finish, the hops spark a happy place in the palate that leave you wanting more. There is a subtle sweetness throughout and the floral character and aroma leaves the mouth watering.
Yes, the smell is "aggressive," but if you’re reading this, you can’t be faint of heart when it comes to beer. I agree with many posters that this is the closest to IPA perfection I’ve ever tasted. If you find a 6-pack of these, consider yourself lucky and take it home and enjoy!
musher (5), Delaware, Ohio, USA
does not count | 4.5 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 5/5 | 18/20 |
Sep 5, 2008 12oz bottle from Buehlers market.
Pours hazy orange color.
Aroma is of a nice fruity hoppy nature. Citrus grapefruit notes right off the bat.
Taste is absolutely wonderful bordering on amazing. In my humble opinion this is the quintessential american IPA. It’s not overly sweet by any means. The hop flavor is very fruity in the best possible way. The body is perfect as it is not too thin. I couldn’t think of any way to make this better. I’m hoping they will consider an imperial someday.
mempath (12), Media, Pennsylvania, USA
| 4.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 4/5 | 19/20 |
Mar 15, 2009 tremendously shockingly good! not expecting slams on all points, but it pours a beauty, evokes a nose of mystery and hop fortitude...taste is out of this world, thick, rich mouthfeel...i even think i rated this too low.....HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
platzap (4), Georgia, USA
does not count | 4.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 10/10 | 5/5 | 9/10 | 3/5 | 17/20 |
Dec 21, 2005 Really great hoppy IPA. Aroma is fantastic. Despite the high IBU’s this is extremely well crafted as there is no harshness sometimes associated with this style. Good Malt backbone. While 7.5% is nothing to sneeze about, it is in fact a bit lighter than many other Imperial IPAs (like Dogfishhead 90), making it a hellava "session beer".
CharmCityHops (12), Maryland, USA
| 4.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 4/5 | 18/20 |
Dec 20, 2005 Updated: Mar 20, 2006Great beer. Big bite of hops (herbal, floral, grapefruity, piney) without overloading the senses. May have a "complexity" with some malt in the background, but was enjoying the hops too much. Excellent beer.
 MattShizzle (385), Bernville, Pennsylvania, USA
| 4.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 4/5 | 18/20 |
Jun 3, 2007 Bottle - from sampler pack. Light copper color. Wow! An excellent IPA. Very hoppy and strong. I love it.
sbraines (2), USA
does not count | 4.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 3/5 | 10/10 | 4/5 | 18/20 |
Oct 7, 2007 This really is an exceptionally clean, crisp IPA, with a very clean after taste. Only for real hop lovers, though.
Had this originally at the Buffalo Brewfest in 2007.
thejoeshow (232), Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA
| 4.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 10/10 | 3/5 | 9/10 | 4/5 | 18/20 |
May 19, 2008 12 oz bottle. Nice orange color with solid off white head that lasts. WOW! The nose on this thing is huge! Very citrusy nose with hints of peach and pine. funny...the comment about it being sweet at first and then melon and topical fruit is dead on. Great balance. The malt backbone is enough to support the huge hop bitterness. very drinkable.
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