I’m not a huge fan of IPA’s, although the more beer I drink the more I like them. As I’ve said before, it’s the bitterness that gets to me. This IPA, however, is incredible. It has very little of that bite common to most IPAs. It also has a milder bouquet, which is a little disappointing, but you can’t have your cake and eat it too. With the oak aging, this beer is mellower and smoother than your standard IPA. The picture may not show it, but there were some big suds in the bottle after I poured it.  Make no mistake about it; this is a full-bodied beer. The mouthfeel is thicker than the color would suggest. Before I knew it, I was at the halfway point of the glass and feeling fine. On warm summer days, this is a great refresher and everything a person could want in a beer. Take mouthfuls, or sips, either way is great. However, this guy will get you lit up quick – it’s a whopping 11.0% ABV!

Specs:
22 oz. bottle
11.0% ABV