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AleSmith IPA

AleSmith IPA

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An India Pale Ale (IPA) brewed by
AleSmith Brewing Company

San Diego, California USA

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7184.09/5.04.08/5.07.25%99.9 Shaker, Tulip P  Stats

Commercial Description:
AleSmith IPA used to be known as "Irie Pirate Ale." However, some nasty patent attorneys think the name is too similar to another brand, so we had to "cease and desist." It's a darn shame, but it beats an obnoxious legal battle, in both expenses and Excedrin. Don't worry though, we won't change the beer (which is a MUCH better IPA than that "other" brand). It was conceived as an American-style IPA to satisfy the yearnings of the most die-hard hopheads. Its high alcohol content may catch you unawares if you're not careful, but it's hard to resist once you've tasted it. Appearance: Deep golden to light amber color, and a nice beige head, with good retention when properly served. Flavor: Starts off with strong citrusy, resiny flavors, balanced by a nice malty sweetness, then fades to a dry finish with a lingering hoppiness and a faint hint of plums and black cherries. Aroma: Strong piney-citrusy character, with vanilla in the background. Mouthfeel (body/texture): Smooth, medium-bodied. Feels warm in the mouth from the alcohol.

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 wheninhell (477), louisville, Kentucky, USA
4.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/105/58/105/518/20

Jul 3, 2007  
thanks dirty_martini! Clear amber with a great off white head. the head will not go away and it leaves some fantastic lacing. big piney caramel orange aroma. bittersweet piney orange caramel flavor. bitter piney caramel orange finish. boatloads o hops on the finish. the big side of medium bodied. fantastic soft subtle carbonation. perfect. fairly standard but fantastic ipa.

Lagunitasfan (37), San Diego, California, USA
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/58/104/516/20
Aug 25, 2008  
22 oz bottle. Bright quarter inch head reduces to dense impenetrable blanket. Smells hoppy/piney.Any movement stains the side of the glass with gooey foam. Sharp and bitter, then fruity and sweet, then bitter again. Way bitter afterburn. Stronger than some doubles. Nice.


 amish_caravan (202), Winona, Minnesota, USA
4.1 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/57/104/518/20
Aug 22, 2008  
pours a nice deep golden hugh. very floral scent. some citrus and fruit as well. taste is of lots of hops and a little citrus. very similar to the bells hopslam. very impressive beer. I would purchase this again for sure.


 IlanMan (521), Winona, Minnesota, USA
4.1 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/104/58/105/515/20
Aug 22, 2008  
Thanks to Kegbear for this brew. Pour is a very clean and clear medium golden with a fluffy off white head. Aroma is amazing with tons of fresh hops, light fruit, malt, pine, and much more. Flavors are all well blended together perfectly balanced. Flavors include mellow but dominant biterness, peach, light pine, and sweet delicious malt. Damn good brew, damn good.


 ditmier (179), Boise, Idaho, USA
4.1 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/58/103/518/20
Aug 21, 2008  
2007 Bottle - Pours dk orange with jagged and yeasty off white head, aroma is all citrus and light malt, slight pine, flavour is what most expect from an IPA, huge bitter hops, huge malts, lingers on the back end, best IPA i’ve tasted so far...


Smokepot23 (7), Garden Grove, California, USA
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5 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
10/105/510/105/520/20
Aug 18, 2008  
This beer pours a very light copper, with about an inch of the prettiest off white head you will ever see. This is by far the clearest IPA you will find and tastes as clean.The aroma is very floral, like fresh cut flowers with just enough of citrus to balance perfectly. The upfront is so smooth, it leaves you wanting more. The flavor changes at least 4 times, as it starts from the front of your tounge to the back of your throat. Take the time to drink this beer at different temps, as it wil show the complexity of the different available flavors that this beer represents. I hope this beer does not ruin all other IPA varietties for you.




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