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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