Great Lakes Alchemy Hour Double IPABrewed by Great Lakes Brewing Company
Cleveland, Ohio USA Name Origin: On the West Coast, surfers have a
term for that perfect time of day, when the waves
are breaking just right and it feels like you can ride
forever. They call it Alchemy Hour. In Cleveland, our
surfers have to work a little harder to find a perfect
swell. Dressed in wetsuits, up at dawn, they camp
out on the shores of Lake Erie in near-freezing
temperatures, waiting for the ultimate wave. Crazy?
Yes. Extreme? Definitely. Alchemy Hour Double IPA
pays tribute to the North Coast’s unlikely surf bums
and the ancient quest for liquid gold, wherever it
may live: on the ocean, in a lake, in a bottle.
Style Origin: Distinctively American, the Double
IPA or Imperial IPA is thought to have originated in
California. This fairly new style is a heartier, hoppier
version of the traditional IPA with a higher alcohol
content, creating a very strong and flavorful drinking
experience.
Flavor: Hop-forward with a balanced blend of
Mosaic and Nugget hops
Ingredients:
MALT
Harrington 2-Row Base Malt: Allows color and flavor
from other specialty malts to come through; makes
for very clean beer
Caramel 45: Contributes to amber color; provides
complexity
Honey Malt: Contributes sweetness
HOPS
Mosaic: New U.S. hop; provides floral, tropical, fruity,
and earthy characteristics
Nugget: U.S. bittering hop; provides floral, resiny
aroma and flavor
Cascade: U.S. hop with citrus characteristics for
aroma
Pairs With: Smoked beef brisket, grilled lamb,
sharp and rich cheeses, and sweet desserts
Shelf Life: 90 days
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