Drank my first IPA ever this evening.

[mkyl428]

Hahahaha Weirdo!

 

[tnichols00]

The way I leaned to like IPA's is I bought 2 six packs of an IPA that was suggested to me by a friend. I drank on the first night, then grabbed some miller lite to wash it down with. Two the second night, then washed it down with some miller lite. I drank the 12 beers within 5 days and the next day I was out buying IPA. It was the greatest thing to ever happen to be beer buds

 

[2drunk2]

I just tried their single wide IPA it's pretty good if you haven't had it..

The price was pretty good too I think I picked up a 6 pack for under $8

Single-Wide is much better. Pop-Up is too light for the hop bill IMO.

 

[unionrdr]

Well, actually , that's where you start getting into East Coast vs West coast style IPA's. East coast leans toward hop flavor/aroma while West Coast has more malt presence. That's what I've tasted/learned so far anyway.

 

[bottlebomber]

Well, actually , that's where you start getting into East Coast vs West coast style IPA's. East coast leans toward hop flavor/aroma while West Coast has more malt presence. That's what I've tasted/learned so far anyway.

I think it's the opposite

 

[unionrdr]

Huh. What I've tasted was a bit darker & maltier from out west. The one here & further east were hop bombs, or just sessionable versions that had little malt presence.

 

[Pyg]

I grew up drinking Genny Cream Ale, a beer I still occasionally drink.
For many, many years I drank middle of the road beer, Labatt (they sell it at my golf course), Molsen, Sam Adams, Yeunling, Bud.

My neighbor has a rule, he wont buy any beer that is on a Nascar. He has always drank obscure (for my neck of the woods) IPA and Micro brews from PA and Eastern NY.

Initially I did not like the Hoppyness of an IPA, but I thought to myself I did not like my first Manhattan & I did not like my firstglass of whiskey on the rocks.
however after time I developed the taste and I now drink Whiskey on the rocks, straight or in a Manhattan.

I decided insted of buying a 12 pack of Labatt Blue each week, I would try something different. So I went to the Beer store and started buying sampler packs and IPA and just exploring what beer drinkers tend to forsake, flavor.

Now I tend to always have Saranac on hand. I lover their pale Ale and their Legacy IPA has soooo much flavor it is tough to have more than 2.

Davidson Brothers
Southern tier

even Sam adams offers a range of flavors.

There is something for everyone, but chances are if you can not appreciate different flavors you have a noob palette!

 

[bottlebomber]

Huh. What I've tasted was a bit darker & maltier from out west. The one here & further east were hop bombs, or just sessionable versions that had little malt presence.

Weird. Yeah, when I think of East Coast ipa I think of Hopslam, DFH, and others that are all fairly malty. Over here we have Pliny as our model beer which is bone dry and looks like a lager in the glass. I think the west coast more or less invented the overly hoppy ipa but someone can correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[j1n]

My first IPA was horrible but it wasnt a good representation of an IPA since it was skunked pretty bad. The thing is my cousin tells me its supposed to be like that. So cause of that i really disliked IPAs for a bit. When i had one that ddint have off flavors it changed my mind immediately. IPAs are prob one of my fav styles of beer but there are bad ones and good ones out there. Just got a sixer of Devils Backbone 8 point IPA and def not a fan. Not my choice of hops in that one.

 

[TheCADJockey]

I love IPA's. More hops the better. Nothing about it makes you more manly, that's the most boring thing I've ever heard.

To me nothing beats going home after a horrible day of work and having a hoppy pain-reliever. It can be fun to try another enjoyable beer after an IPA. For me at least, after having an IPA and switching to something else, I pick up many different flavors I hadn't earlier.

Sierra Nevada and Victory <3

 

[Ramitt]

Weird. Yeah, when I think of East Coast ipa I think of Hopslam, DFH, and others that are all fairly malty. Over here we have Pliny as our model beer which is bone dry and looks like a lager in the glass. I think the west coast more or less invented the overly hoppy ipa but someone can correct me if I'm wrong.

I think that is the generally accepted view, but there is enough variation from both coasts no that it has less geographical meaning today.

 

[hopstupid]

What the hell took you so long?

 

[Rev2010]

Love this thread, and how it's five pages within one day!

I'll start by saying I currently am not an IPA fan. I've drank many, and the not so insanely hoppy one's I like but can only drink one or two then want to switch off. That said, before you posted you might have wanted to take a moment to think a few things to yourself... such as what have you disliked in the past but like now?

I used to dislike Sushi/Sashimi - now I LOVE it and can't get enough
I used to dislike heavy metal (when I was very young) - now (for like 24 years) I'm a HUGE metal head and guitarist
I used to hate spicy food, now I LOVE it
There are several movies & TV shows I used to hate with a passion that now I love tremendously

Basically, opinions and interests change


Rev.

 

[unionrdr]

Oh man, can I pig on some sushi! The hot kind now & then too. And speaking of heavy metal;
I always liked the movie!

 

[betarhoalphadelta]

I believe that a few people out there actually like IPA, but for the most part I have noticed that most people "like" them because they think it makes them look cool. Like people who eat HOT!!! food. What's the damn point???

I like spicy, bitter, sour and salty flavors. I don't care for sweet. This isn't an "IPA" thing, it extends to all foods. Hell, I eat the peel off an orange, and don't mind the bitterness.

So count me in the ranks of people who actually like IPA.

 

[Dopeybrew]

I myself am not a fan of IPA's. I do dig a solid Irish Red, British Bitter, or a mild brown ale. But a IPA not so much. Now I haven't had too many of them. But my tastebuds just don't like the dankness from too much hops. Im ok with the fact that I won't be able to enjoy a boozy IPA or a RIS, but I can console myself with a malty wee heavy or a barleywine.

To the OP if you don't like IPA's don't drink em. Thats the great thing about beer, there are so many different styles you can find something that you dig.

 

[Teromous]

OP,

I am with ya. All I hear from these people is "keep drinking that crap, till you get numb to the crap flavor" That is the same theory behind "Butweiper" drinkers thinking that is how beer is supposed to taste.

I belonged to a beer of the month club for two years, and got probably two different IPA's every month. NEVER found one I like. And I keep an open mind and try every one I come across. NEVER found one I like. I was at a brew fest a couple of years ago, and the category was IPA. One of the breweries didn't have an IPA. When I asked him why, he said (and I quote) "No one REALLY likes IPA's".

I believe that a few people out there actually like IPA, but for the most part I have noticed that most people "like" them because they think it makes them look cool. Like people who eat HOT!!! food. What's the damn point??? I will buy a six pack of it whenever I see a new one. Drink one, hate, and give the rest to my friends that "love" IPA. A month later they all still have the IPA in their fridge, and tell me about how many different beers they have drank since then.

I raised myself on Oatmeal Stouts since I was only 17 Y.O. and, I have been Drinking Pale Ale since 20. I have seen this Craft beer craze build up, and it wasn't until people started "wanting" to like micro-brews (or "Imports" as idiots call them) that people started liking IPA. It makes them feel different, yet still belong to the secret club of "IPA li(k)ers".

My $.02

And BTW i will lick the bag that my hops come in, so Yes, I like the taste of hops.

It sounds to me like you're one of those "I was there first" people with a chip on your shoulder and something to prove.

 

[Saboral]

My first IPA was horrible but it wasnt a good representation of an IPA since it was skunked pretty bad. The thing is my cousin tells me its supposed to be like that. So cause of that i really disliked IPAs for a bit. When i had one that ddint have off flavors it changed my mind immediately. IPAs are prob one of my fav styles of beer but there are bad ones and good ones out there. Just got a sixer of Devils Backbone 8 point IPA and def not a fan. Not my choice of hops in that one.

I really like the 8 point IPA, but I will admit it was what my wife calls a "two-sipper". This is typically because on the first taste I make a certain face as another poster described, but my the second taste its all good. Its not the best I think I like the combo and Im sure the fact that its a "local" beer probably skews by tastebuds. The only beer they've (DB) made that I cant get myself to enjoy is their Schwatzbeer. I've tried it four times in three years and every time it still doesn't leave me with an enjoyable taste.


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[Saboral]

OP,



I am with ya. All I hear from these people is "keep drinking that crap, till you get numb to the crap flavor" That is the same theory behind "Butweiper" drinkers thinking that is how beer is supposed to taste.



I belonged to a beer of the month club for two years, and got probably two different IPA's every month. NEVER found one I like. And I keep an open mind and try every one I come across. NEVER found one I like. I was at a brew fest a couple of years ago, and the category was IPA. One of the breweries didn't have an IPA. When I asked him why, he said (and I quote) "No one REALLY likes IPA's".



I believe that a few people out there actually like IPA, but for the most part I have noticed that most people "like" them because they think it makes them look cool. Like people who eat HOT!!! food. What's the damn point??? I will buy a six pack of it whenever I see a new one. Drink one, hate, and give the rest to my friends that "love" IPA. A month later they all still have the IPA in their fridge, and tell me about how many different beers they have drank since then.



I raised myself on Oatmeal Stouts since I was only 17 Y.O. and, I have been Drinking Pale Ale since 20. I have seen this Craft beer craze build up, and it wasn't until people started "wanting" to like micro-brews (or "Imports" as idiots call them) that people started liking IPA. It makes them feel different, yet still belong to the secret club of "IPA li(k)ers".



My $.02



And BTW i will lick the bag that my hops come in, so Yes, I like the taste of hops.

I think he and the "What to do after you brew the best beer ever?" guy are kinfolk. He probably even got to try the best beer ever.


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[Clonefan94]

I have friends who said the same thing. SN Pale Ale was way to hoppy for them. They are now the two biggest IPA drinkers I know now. I really think hops are have an addictive quality to them. The more you try them, the more you want them.

These guys were hardcore BMC drinkers too. Stepping out for them was a Blue Moon.


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[TimmyWit]

 

[Bowfisher]

I know it's not an IPA but this kind of applies here, the first time I tried an Arrogant Bastard Ale it was pretty rough, took awhile to get down. Now I crave that stuff, it's one of my favorites.

 

[MaddBaggins]

Oh man, can I pig on some sushi! The hot kind now & then too. And speaking of heavy metal;
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNG_Kn-m73M I always liked the movie!

Still have a copy of it on tape.

Of course, I haven't had a VHS in years....

 

[MaddBaggins]

Belgians are my favorite beers, but I always love a good IPA and brew a number of variations of them. I first started drinking IPA's in the early/mid 90's with Bass Ale.
Some of my favorites and recommendations to the OP are:

Ballast Point Sculpin
Avery DuganA
Ska Modus Hoperandi
Santa Fe Happy Camper
Stone Ruination

Thats just a couple, off the top of my head. Sculpin is probably my top pick.
It's $$ though.

But, drink what you like. Don't force yourself to drink something that doesn't suit you.

 

[globe]

I still think if you dont like hoppy beers you haven't had a good one yet. I have made hoppy as hell pale ales with low bitterness and BMC drinkers will crush that stuff if its citrusy/fruity. If the beer is over bitter the beer is bad no matter the style.

 

[j1n]

Oh man, can I pig on some sushi! The hot kind now & then too. And speaking of heavy metal;
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNG_Kn-m73M I always liked the movie!

Still have a copy of it on tape.

Of course, I haven't had a VHS in years....

Heavy Metal is on Netflix. No need for VHS if you have an account.

I really like the 8 point IPA, but I will admit it was what my wife calls a "two-sipper". This is typically because on the first taste I make a certain face as another poster described, but my the second taste its all good. Its not the best I think I like the combo and Im sure the fact that its a "local" beer probably skews by tastebuds. The only beer they've (DB) made that I cant get myself to enjoy is their Schwatzbeer. I've tried it four times in three years and every time it still doesn't leave me with an enjoyable taste.


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I like their Vienna Lager. Ive had really good local IPAs at some bars but i dont remmebr the brewery that made them. I'm into the citrusy or tropical flavors in a IPA. Bells 2 hearted, Sweetwater IPA, Pliny, Zombie Dust, etc.

 

[Cathedral]

Maybe it's just the alcoohol talking, but I think hops get me drunk.


neeener

 

[Backslide]

I might have made the mistake by calling it a commercial beer. I was thinking when typing that if it is sold at a liquor store then it must be commercial.

It was a Compass IPA made by Bristol Brewing Company in Colorado Springs, Co which is just 30 minutes north of here.

I don't consider Compass hoppy at all

P.S. I love Ivywild (their brewery)

Jason

 

[worlddivides]

That one-post wonder really blew my mind. I didn't honestly think there was anyone that stupid out there. "No one really likes IPAs"? "No one really likes spicy food"? Then why are there entire countries whose food is spicy? Why is IPA one of the most popular styles of beers in the US and UK today? I have to believe that person is a troll since I honestly have a hard time believing anyone is really stupid enough to believe that nonsense.

My girlfriend HATES lagers and considers herself to not be a fan of beers in general, but strangely enough the only kinds of beers that she tends to consistently like are IPAs. I had her drink her first IPA about two years ago and she was so pleasantly surprised with how much she liked it. Now she usually only drinks beer when I offer it to her, but I have a pretty good gauge of the kinds of beers she will or won't like, and she's almost guaranteed to love any IPA that I like.

I do understand the comparison with whiskey how you probably won't like it the first time you drink it ("an acquired taste") and then growing to love it (I was the same way. I HATED the first whiskey I drank, but now I love whiskey, especially bourbon), but I don't personally see that in IPAs. I remember having my first IPA when I was 22 and I remember really enjoying it right off the bat.

That said, just like I don't love every stout, lager, or Belgian beer I've drank, I also don't love every IPA I've drank. And "bitterness" is not the only factor. I've had some IPAs that had the same problems that PAs (as in, regular non-bitter mildly-hopped pale ales) that I hated had.

While I've only loved IPAs since I was 22 (since that was the first time I had them), I've loved spicy food since I was 7 years old. W-Was I brainwashed...and really...I don't love spicy food? Ha. If that were the case, then what does the word "like" or "love" even mean?

I do know some people who hate IPAs, but I don't recommend they try different IPAs. I just suggest beers that are more down their alley. Some people simply don't like IPAs and never will like them, much like some people don't like spicy food and will never like it.

 

[Ski12568]

Sierra Nevada' Torpedo is too bitter for me, could barely drink it. Dogfish Head's 60 minute IPA is excellent. Great hop flavor and aroma and hardly any of that bitter beer face taste