 jainsv (112), USA
Jan 16, 2007
Pours a copper color with a medium white head. Smells citrusy, and tastes of citrus and hops with a slightly malty aftertaste. This and the Harpoon are two of the best IPAs I’ve had.
gsmitty80 (487), Charleston, South Carolina, USA
Jul 2, 2008 I wasn’t overly impressed by this IPA like I thought i was going to be. The beer was very bitter and the hops did not have a flowery taste they were more acidic and it wasn’t that enjoyable.
soyorganic (84), Denver, Colorado, USA
Jul 1, 2008 This is my favorite IPA. On tap: light copper color with piney hop aroma. Heavy carbonation but the balance and taste of hops is the best. The hop flavor is smooth but at the same time sharp while it lingers with goodness. The flavor consits of pine and citrus notes. For some reason I prefer IPAs to be light in color like this one. Nice looking beer and because the carbonation is very noticeable before drinking, based on appearance you can tell it is quality.
joebudzjoe (70), USA
Jun 28, 2008 Keg at house party. I remember sipping into my cup and asking the host, "This is really good, what is this?" Turns out I was lucky enough to be at a house party where the offered brew was Avery IPA. Very solid IPA. Like most, there were the typical floral and citrus undertones, but what really stood out to me was the dryness of the beer. There was also a like centrality to the beer: perfect amount of bitterness and hop, nothing too pungent. Quality brew that was easy to drink.
lemasney (220), Trenton, New Jersey, USA
Jun 28, 2008 Glass: shaker, tulip
Purchased at: Issac Newton’s, Newtown, PA
Price: $4.50
Size: 12 fl oz
ABV: 6 %
IBU: n/a
Estimated Calories: 160 C
RateBeer Rating: 90
Aural: quiet opening, visible carbonation, rushing pour
Aroma 6 out of 10
Intensity: medium
Balance: sweet
Impression: nice
Malt Aroma: nut
Hops Aroma: resin citrus
Other Aroma:
Notes: A nice, if faint, aroma.
Appearance 2 out of 5
Color: amber
Clarity: brilliant
Head Retention: medium
Lace: interesting
Notes: an average appearance, nothing out of the ordinary.
Flavor 9 out of 10
Intensity: strong
Balance: bitter
Impression: nice
Malt Flavor: grain nut
Hops Flavor: resin citrus
Other:
Notes: A very nice hop and malt balance. Well done.
Palate 5 out of 5
Mouthfeel
Sensation: drying warming
Body: full
Carbonation: medium
Finish
Length: long
Intensity: strong
Balance: bitter
Notes: A great IPA finish - long, bitter, and hoppy.
General Impression: 16 out of 20
Craftmanship: very good
Freshness: fresh
Personal Taste: liked a lot
Notes: A nice example of an IPA, though I prefer more imperial versions.
EHopper (80), Minnesota, USA
Jun 28, 2008 Clear golden color. Bright hoppy aroma with pine needles reminiscent of a gin and tonic. Nice, easy drinking citrus and bitters flavor. Very balanced. A great one to share with friends.
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