Widmer Brothers W10 Black IPA

Brewed by Widmer Brothers Brewing Company
Style: India Pale Ale (IPA)
Portland, Oregon USA

Name: Black IPA
Date: September 22, 2009
Mode: Draft
Source: Brewpub
Appearance: clear dark runy red, creamy beige head, solid lace.
Aroma: sweet citrus aroma with light pine and a touch of roasted
Flavor: sweet citrus flavor, pine sweetness, peppery alcohol, touch of caramel, psychological hint of roasted
Aroma: 7/10; Appearance: 7/10; Flavor: 7/10; Palate: 6/10; Overall: 15/20
Rating: 3.6/5.0
Drinkability: 7/10
Score: *** /4

This was a draft pour at the Widmer Brewpub in Portland, Oregon. It came a very dark amber with a medium off-white head and moderate lacing when I swirled the glass. Nose of citrus and floral hops, with some roasted malt aromas. Lively mouthfeel, but rich and pleasant. The flavor tends toward bitterness with lots of lightly roasted malt flavors, and the finish is bitter. I added this as an IPA because of its title, but overall this seemed kind of like a unique style. Good though.