Torchiest
Well-Known Member
I didn't see a thread for the_bird, so I'm starting one.
Trying the Murder in the Red Barn IPA tonight.
Appearance: Decent pale tan head on a very dark amber, almost brown beer. Surprisingly dark for an IPA, the darkest I've seen.
Aroma: Straight hoppiness, doesn't seem either floral or citrusy to me, more of a slightly fruity, perhaps cherry aroma. It's very cold though, so that could be inhibiting the subtleties.
Taste: Yeah, I think I detect a bit of cherry right in front, but that is quickly washed away by a touch of hops, a fair amount of maltiness, and then back to a bitter hoppy finish which seems a bit delayed.
As this has warmed up, the hops have become much more pronounced, and last from start to finish. They seem relatively earthy to me.
Mouthfeel: Perfect carbonation, medium/light body, and a clean finish.
Overall: This tastes a bit different from most of the IPAs I've been drinking lately, with seemingly less citrus than I'm used to. A good IPA nonetheless, and quite drinkable. I'm glad I get another one later!
Trying the Murder in the Red Barn IPA tonight.
Appearance: Decent pale tan head on a very dark amber, almost brown beer. Surprisingly dark for an IPA, the darkest I've seen.
Aroma: Straight hoppiness, doesn't seem either floral or citrusy to me, more of a slightly fruity, perhaps cherry aroma. It's very cold though, so that could be inhibiting the subtleties.
Taste: Yeah, I think I detect a bit of cherry right in front, but that is quickly washed away by a touch of hops, a fair amount of maltiness, and then back to a bitter hoppy finish which seems a bit delayed.
As this has warmed up, the hops have become much more pronounced, and last from start to finish. They seem relatively earthy to me.
Mouthfeel: Perfect carbonation, medium/light body, and a clean finish.
Overall: This tastes a bit different from most of the IPAs I've been drinking lately, with seemingly less citrus than I'm used to. A good IPA nonetheless, and quite drinkable. I'm glad I get another one later!