4.3 AROMA 8/10 APPEARANCE 4/5 TASTE 9/10 PALATE 4/5 OVERALL 18/20
Many thanks to BA TexIndy for this bomber of Racer 5 from our recent trade. The pour was clear pale, and the head atop was large and retained well, as is typically the case with IPAs. The smell was quite strongly hoppy for a single IPA. The alluring smell of grapefruit and apricot just begged me to take the first sip. As I did it, a spicy and generously bitter taste tingled my tongue as the ample carbonation amplified it. Following this was the malt, but it was not candy sweet like some other beers of this strength, but more caramelized, drippy, and soft. The aftertaste was salty and citric. The hop oils coated every part of the tongue after each swallow, leaving a long drawn out tingly aftertaste. Mouthfeel was medium full and quenching. One of the most pleasing beers to drink if you are ever drawn towards hops like I am. All I can say is the following:
I pledge allegiance to the checkered flag of Racer 5 and to the Bear Republic for which it stands, one brewer underdog, independent, with deliciousness and hops for all.
3.6 AROMA 7/10 APPEARANCE 3/5 TASTE 8/10 PALATE 4/5 OVERALL 14/20
Bottle at American Tap Room. Pours orange with a thin white head. Some citrus notes on the notes. Floral spice on the tongue with some pretty big hop bitterness on the finish. Nice balance for the most part. Score would probably be a little higher had it not been served in a refridgerated pint glass.
4 AROMA 8/10 APPEARANCE 4/5 TASTE 7/10 PALATE 4/5 OVERALL 17/20
Pours a dark yellow/golden color - minimal head. Lots of carbonation. Very hoppy aroma. Medium bitterness, with bitter aftertaste. Slightly sour. Medium body.
4.3 AROMA 8/10 APPEARANCE 4/5 TASTE 9/10 PALATE 4/5 OVERALL 18/20
A fantastic IPA. Cloudy orange/copper pour with a thick white head. Hop aroma shines with a bit of sweetness in there. Flavor is grapefruit, toasted malts, and kind of a woody taste. Very drinkable!! Excellent balance in this beer, will continue to purchase this one.
3.8 AROMA 6/10 APPEARANCE 4/5 TASTE 7/10 PALATE 4/5 OVERALL 17/20
Misty golden pour, thin bubbly head. A bit dry on the palate but very pleasant. Great to enjoy in summer. Overall, a hop-forward but balanced IPA. Not overpowering, not overly bitter.
4.5 AROMA 9/10 APPEARANCE 5/5 TASTE 9/10 PALATE 5/5 OVERALL 17/20
Bear Republic. Need I say more? This is the best IPA you can find for under $12 hands down.
3.8 AROMA 7/10 APPEARANCE 4/5 TASTE 8/10 PALATE 4/5 OVERALL 15/20
Appearance was clear copper gold with a creamy diminishing whiteish 1 finger head, spotty lacing. Aromas where slight sweet pale malt with mild burst of citrus fruits of grapefruits, oranges, and lemons. Yeasts where slightly there and no hints of alcohol. Taste was sweet backbone of malt then the piney herbal spice of the hops blend well with the malts. Lighter smoother body with creamy carbonation, average length tarty hoppy finish. An easy IPA to drink, lighter...
3.5 AROMA 7/10 APPEARANCE 3/5 TASTE 7/10 PALATE 3/5 OVERALL 15/20
22oz bottle from Crossroads Beer & Wine, Birlington, MA. Amber with a ring of white head; piney, citrus aroma; soft and spritzy in the mouth with some citrus to start, then the more resinous hops kick in, without being overpowering. This is a fairly well-balanced IPA.
3.8 AROMA 7/10 APPEARANCE 4/5 TASTE 8/10 PALATE 4/5 OVERALL 15/20
Pine and very light citrus notes. On sale growler at the Piggly on Folly rd. always a go to IPA for me. Heavily hopped but it does have some balance.
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3.6 AROMA 7/10 APPEARANCE 3/5 TASTE 8/10 PALATE 3/5 OVERALL 15/20
On draft at Fat Belly's in Providence. Recommended by a local CA native. Great hoppy IPA.
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3.9 AROMA 7/10 APPEARANCE 4/5 TASTE 8/10 PALATE 4/5 OVERALL 16/20
In the bottle from Safeway in University Place, WA: A clear honey pour provides a hoppy, chewy beer, with hints of onion, resin, and grass. A fine pour with a clean taste. A reliable favorite.
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