Today I bring you the Stone IPA, from the Stone Brewing Company in Kalifornia, makers of the highly regarded Arrogant Bastard Ale (and my personal favorite, the Oaked Arrogant Bastard Ale).
I had this beer once before on tap at the Yard House (read about that experience here), and I felt the need to have it again so I had a buddy pick me up this 6'er at the Total Wine in Aventura. Check out their website at www.stonebrew.com or read the bottle below.
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Stone makes big beers with big personalities and interesting names like, Arrogant Bastard, Levitation Ale & Ruination, and is considered one of the most popular craft brewers in the country. Their founder was also prominantly featured in this year's, Beer Wars documentary.
Now, enough of that, on to the beer.
This IPA pours a hazy amber color, with close to two fingers of a creamy, off-white head that never completely goes away. As usual, the pictures make it look darker than it is.The floral hop hits you as soon as you pop off the cap. There's malt in there but it's buried under the piney, floral bouquet. Very impressive.
Upon tasting it, the hops hit you right away. Woah. Citrus pine resin attack your tongue immediately. It's so easy to not notice the malt that is subtle but consistant from start to finish. It should come as no surprise that the finish is hoppy. Floral resin that coats the back of the tongue. The aftertaste is slight, it never wears out its welcome.
This beer goes goes down oh so smooth but I suppose one must like IPA's to begin with to fully appreciate it. Also, one must be concious and careful of the 6.9% abv. Oh, and the lacing is pretty impressive as well.
This is a Grade A beer. Stone does not skimp on flavor or character and this beer has both to spare. The gargoyle been doing it's job and deserves a good pat on the back. A solid Glass FULL, a quality beer from a quality brewer. Maybe not he best IPA around but a good one, no doubt. Try it and see. Cheers!
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