Friday, February 15, 2013

Magic Hat Ticket To Rye IPA

Another selection from Magic Hat. Available in their spring sampler (and in six packs as part of their 'IPA on Tour' series).  Love Magic Hat. Again, we some of the first to review this- 15 reviews on Ratebeer and 22 reviews on BeerAdvocate.

The pour is a beautiful amber color, medium lighter, off white head. The nose is hops, citrusy and some floral tones, with some spice and light malt. The first sip is interesting, and not a bad 'that's interesting' sort of way. The rye and hops blend perfectly in a awesome muddle of happiness. There are sweeter tones, toward the middle, with a slightly sticky, resiny finish with some lingering bitterness. The 7.1% ABV is not really noticed in the flavor, but it leaves an amazing lace on the glass. As this warms up a bit, the rye comes out more, and there are tones almost like candied sugar or brown sugar. Very tasty and out of the normal realm of IPAs I enjoy.

Overall, another solid selection from one of my favorite go-to breweries.


4.1/5 caps

-Nathan-

I picked up some caramel and toffee tones in the nose, with some bready malts. I love the spiciness that rye brings to the beeriodic table. I'm just grateful they don't add caraway (not a fan of rye bread, but love some rye beer). Other than that, Nathan pretty much nailed it on the head. It's a solid offering from a typically solid brewery. Perhaps not my favorite of the style, but it's very well-done for being a little bit bigger brewery.

4/5 caps

-Jennie

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