DIPA Reviews
By doubling the hops and malts and giving yeast more to feast on the ABV will usually be 7 to 9%
KC BC (NY) A Cluckwork Orange DDH'd DIPA with orange zest 8%
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4 hops (Citra, Strata, Eclipse & Simcoe)
Zesty clean orange aroma. Fresh orange flavor opens the craft with medium carbonation & an interesting combo of crisp & soft backbone in each sip. This remains going forward & mixes into hop contributions that provide more flavor to the offering. Bittering is a minimal actor giving balance only. Each sip ends with a muted Strata spiced note.
The body keeps this refreshing and clean.
District 96 (NY) Test Launch DIPA 8.5%
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2 hops (Citra & Mosaic)
Earthy aroma nuanced with fruit notes. Flavors are immediate dominating the beginning with orange & citrus notes. Medium carbonation & a well done soft body allow flavor to dominate throughout. Earthy bittering makes it s appearance late giving the offering the 2 hop contributions promised & balance.
ABV is just right for a more than 1 session.
Adroit Theory (VA) No Escape from Darkness DIPA 8.6%
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3 hops (Citra, Motueka, Riwaka Showless ) Contains Lactose
Earthy aroma w/ fruit undertones. Sweet lactose Notes are prominent & mix with citrus & tropical flavors nicely. 2 of the hops provide woody aspects making bittering somewhat dominant throughout. Flavors continue to blend in a full body with lactose contributing to that as well.
All the above are locked in a titanic struggle for dominance ending with an eventual blend DDHing being key.
Lost Coast (CA) Fogcutter DIPA 8.7%
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5 hops (Cascade, Centennial, Crystal, Chinook & Citra) DH'd
Full hop aroma. Medium carbonation & crisp body. Contributions from all hops are on display separately & blended from bittering to fruit notes. Backbone of the offering helps enhance aroma into the weave with each sip. Balance is nicely done.
At 80 IBU this is a wc influenced craft through & through. A danker DIPA overall.
Half Acre (IL) 8 Billon Genies DIPA 8%
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3 hops (Strata, Mosaic & Citra)
3 sip rule ...
Predominantly woody aroma. Earthy & bittering begin the offering. Flavor is introduced when holding the sip. Patience lets flavors of orange, peach & pineapple come forward & develop as the craft warms blending into the initial beginning. All hops contribute their multiple qualities. A strata spiced ending. Body helps create the sharing of space throughout the sip.
An offering for IPA & DIPA camps
Weldwerks (CO) / Pinthouse (TX) Juicy Fish Hazy DIPA 8.6%
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3 hops (Citra, Lotus & Azacca)
Lightly earthy aroma joined by fruit notes. Light carbonation & a soft body start this off. Bittering is a layer giving center stage to flavor profiles which are multiple from pineapple to apricot & tropical. The earthy nuance becomes the balancing note reserved for each sip end completing a full well rounded DIPA for dual camps.
Hop Butcher (IL) The Jewels DIPA 7.5%
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2 hops (Mosaic & Vic Secret)
Fruit aroma with earthy notes. Flavors of orange, light pineapple & tropical mix into a soft body & light carbonation. An earthy/pine layer create immediate balance into these flavors. All aspects are full & equal in contributions. Domination of flavors make this an easy candidate for DIPA & hazy camps to check out.
Equilibrium (NY) Element Carbon 8%
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2 hops (Idaho 7 and Citra)
Idaho 7 is an aroma hop whirlpooled here to extract more oils and enhance flavor profiles. Light in nature start to finish. Bittering is noticed but not out front. Flavors of citrus and melon make an appearence and blend into the above. While neither aspect dominate they create a weave and a light spiced ending is icing on the cake.
All aspects are balanced and light enough to be refreshing vs heavy
Finback (NY) Echoes of Us DDH DIPA 8%
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3 hops (Simcoe, El Dorado & Mosaic)
Pillow soft fruit aroma with grassy notes. Medium carbonation from the start. Bittering is immediate balancing nicely into flavors of peach, pineapple & orange that remain center stage in no particular order, more of a blend. Flavors enhance as you go & bittering recedes to a balanced actor only.
DDHing is the process that creates a very well done craft in all aspects
Hazy fans will enjoy as well
District 96 (NY) Lost in Space DIPA 8.5%
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Fruited aroma of berry, citrus & earthy that flavors mirror exactly in a perfect blend with bittering & any nuanced spice & pine aspects relegated to each sip end. Body is velvet soft creating a cocoon for flavors .
All aspects are balanced & identifiable regardless of no hop info.
Count on this brewer to bring you crafts anyone can enjoy.
Equilibrium (NY) Lucid Dream Wave 8.2%
4 hops (Citra, Amarillo, Galaxy & El Dorado) Dry hopped
A soft pungent mixed aroma. Amarillo while not dominant seems prevalent in its aspects from herbal to bittering & flavor contributions beginning with the initial light herbal notes that then mix with flavors of pineapple , peach & citrus that come forward as you go. While the body is soft it's also lightly dry. All aspects are nicely layered & make multiple appearances throughout each sip giving this craft balance. Warmer enhances flavor.
Ten 7 (PA) Anti Fragile (PA) Streakers Hazy DIPA 8%
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4 hops (Nelson, Mosaic, Citra & Motueka)
Appearances are deceiving.
Neutral aroma & a very thick full body that intiates Nelsons flavor immediately. This leads into flavors of orange & peach that blend into earthy & pine notes providing the needed balance to guide this away from being a juice bomb.
That said, flavors do dominate throughout making this a true hazy DIPA that should influence a try by multiple camps.
Drekker (ND) Goon Platoon 8%
3 hops ( NZH 107, Citra & Belma)
Multiple fruit aromas & an herbal note. Initial higher carbonation pushes the flavors & body to the front. The smooth soft body further enhances flavors of orange, berry & tropical compliments of all 3 hops blending together. Bittering is minimal at best & relegated to the end of each sip with a subtle dry note creating this offerings balance.
Hazy tropical fans will want to try this.
Finback (NY) Whale Watching DDH DIPA 8.4%
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5 hops (Citra, Idaho 7, Strata, Mosaic & Nelson)
Fruited aroma with earthy layers. Medium bittering & carbonation begin & give way to multiple flavor contributions of orange, grape & citrus that float over earthy/pine layers blending throughout & completely balancing each sip. flavor always comes forward in a soft body which supports the entire craft. A spiced ending is nicely done. All hops contribute in this craft in an orderly fashion. Well done
District 96 (NY) Magic Formula DIPA 8.5%
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A neutral aroma nuanced lightly in fruit notes. Light carbonation & a nicely soft body. Bittering is layered mostly to each end sip. Flavors of orange, peach & pineapple are intermixed . An earthy note is thrown in creating balance. A more herbal/fruit craft than what they've created previous but nicely done.
KC BC (NY) Extremely Dangerous Precedent DIPA 8%
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4 hops (Citra, Galaxy, Motueka & Centennial) DDH'd
Deep fruit aroma. Begins soft in body & carbonation. Bittering, while medium in nature due to dry hopping sticks around but does give way to orange & pineapple flavors with a nuance mix of light fruit aspects. An equal balance of hop contributions in regard to the above. Warmer enhanced flavors.
A DIPA even hazy fans may want to try.
Finback (NY) Hercules (Mexico) World Famous 8%
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4 hops (Mosaic, Zamba, Nectaron & Talus Cryo)
Bubble gum, berry aroma. Bittering & carbonation is immediate. Flavors of berry, orange, tropical & citrus peek through as it warms. Mosaic ends each sip with earthy notes. Hold the sip for enhanced flavor & blending. A nice blend of bitter & flavor . All temps bring out different aspects & makes this an interesting offering. Tropical fans may pass due to a bit more bittering.
Cape May (NJ) Signal Watch IPA DIPA 7.5%
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4 Hops (Simcoe, Citra, Mosaic & Amarillo)
Light carbonation & body. All aspects are a bit muted to start with flavor coming forward by sip 2 layering on an earthy base & light bittering. This remains consistent. Orange notes continue their push forward & achieve some dominance warmer but what is truly brought out is nice balance.
All hops contribute to the offering with no 1 overwhelming intent making for a complete craft
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Weldwerks/ Other Half Extra Extra Broccoli Hazy DIPA 8.3%
5 hops (El Dorado, Nelson, Citra, Simcoe & Mosaic)
Full fruit aroma. Multiple flavors pop immediately & a Mosaic earthy accent ends each sip. Full body wraps around the above in light carbonation. Bittering recedes & allows all flavor contributions weave & blend in a tapestry.
With the exception of the earthy Mosaic end its hard to identify any one hop.
A full flavored hazy DIPA is what you get with this offering.
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Dancing Gnome (PA) Warm Hand Splash DIPA 8%
1 hop (Citra)
3 sip rule ...
Fruit aroma. Light bittering in a soft full body & lightly tart begins the offering in medium carbonation. Orange flavor dominance takes over soon after & remains intact through each sip. Balance is achieved at the bottom of each sip & completes the offering. Tart is always a light nuance weave start to finish.
Another 1 hop craft allowed to show off all its contributions & shine.
KC BC (NY) This is your brain on hops 8.5%
2 hops (Citra & Galaxy)
These 2 hops we all know well making this simple.
Pungent fruit aroma. Starts tart with orange & peach dominance throughout. there is no particular flavor aspect order of appearance as much as a balanced blending. Lighter in body with medium carbonation props up the above letting hop flavors shine.
The craft mellows into a well blended offering as you go.
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Grimm (NY) Hyperfocus Hazy DIPA 8%
1 hop (Citra)
Aroma is a mix of fruit & bitter aspects but is not indicative of the true aspects of the craft. Creamy soft body helps Citra flavors become dominant while always allowing bittering to peek through & provide balance. Each sip is flavor enjoyable. A lightly tart finishes. The entire craft softens a bit warmer. A good example of a 1 hop craft.
Some aspects may turn off a few fans but overall an offering for most everyone due to all the variety in it.
Equilibrium (NY) Greenstone DIPA 8.5%
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3 hops ( Citra, Riwaka & Nelson)
Mixed aroma of Nelson & Citra is immediately evident. Initially tart then softens considerably into lemon/grape flavors in a lightly sweet backbone with a spiced note ending each sip.
Bittering is a balancer relegated to the base giving flavor the opportunity to unite & create the offering.
KC BC (NY) Ninja Kitties 8%
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3 hops ( Citra, Vic Secret & Amarillo)
Begins with a tropical aroma. Higher carbonation starts each sip with medium bittering that consistently weaves through multiple flavors being citrus & tropical blends. No one aspect stays front & center . All the above creates a well balanced offering.
A medium temp was the most enjoyable.
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Dewey (DE) A ghost to most DIPA 8%
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3 hops ( Mosaic, Lotus & Alora)
Light fruit aroma initiates flavors wrapped in a soft body & light carbonation. Flavor is the dominant feature in the offering with berry being primary, tropical & citrus propping that up. A thiolized yeast strain releases all the above allowing Alora to promote flavor & blend into Mosaic & Lotus contributions.
Higher ABV than most IPA's. Its hazy, double nature will appeal to multiple camps.
Grimm (NY) After Image 8% DIPA
Light grapefruit aroma with other fruit side notes. Hold the sip and surprisingly El Dorado jumps into the lead with grape flavors & softens the offering letting orange come to play & simcoe providing light bittering mixing with earthy Mosaic aspects .A soft body and late to the game carbonation round out the craft.
All contributors mix into an enjoyable craft
District 96 (NY) King Kobra NEIPA 8%
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There seems to be confusion as to hops so...
Some say all Citra, others Citra / Mosaic.
Dirty pineapple aroma makes an interesting start. Flavors pop with orange & pineapple in a creamy soft body. Medium carbonation & holding the sip subtle grape notes appear. Aspects blend into a completely balanced craft that's easy to enjoy regardless of hops.
Another offering from this brewer to be tried.
Cape May (NJ) Ghost Tracks DIPA 8%
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2 hops (Sabro & Nectaron)
Nectaron aroma. Initial woody bittering is predominant. Following are the incoming flavors of citrus & nectaron blending into a balance of herbal & fruit. A tug of war ensues between the 2 hops throughout each sip with neither gathering dominance over balance making a well done craft for more than one camp
Foam (VT) Pavement DIPA 8.2%
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2 hops (Citra & Mosaic)
Fruit aroma followed by nuanced earthy notes. Full bodied & lightly carbonated. Flavor notes of peach, citrus & tropical come forward in a very subtle spiced ending. Each sip brings out more flavor blending relieving the earthy aspects of Mosaic to the task of balance only. Colder mutes the woody nature as well & mellows the offering.
The pairing of these hops has produced quality offerings & her's another example.
Equilibrium (NY) Tidal Balance DIPA 8.6%
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5 hops ( Citra Incognito, Lupomax, Enigma, Nelson & Eclipse)
Light lemon aroma. Medium carbonation & a soft body introduce citrus lemon & grape notes that are sweetly nuance. in mild bittering with a subtle spiced ending.
Body & flavor are everything in this craft which doesn't disappoint.
Aslin (VA) Master of Oranges DIPA 8.4%
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4 hops DH'd (Galaxy, Mosaic, Citra & Amarillo)
Aroma reminds you of the rind initially. Medium carbonation departs mid sip letting the hops fruit contributions come forward giving us all aspects of orange in a semi crisp body. Holding the sip fulfills the essence in flavor. All aspects enhanced warmer
Lightly tart rather than bitter but balance is nicely done. While not as soft as some of its counterparts in the genre it's a refreshing change.
Equilibrium (NY) Harmonic Wavelength DIPA 8.5%
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4 hops ( Citra, Mosaic, Simcoe & Galaxy)
Lemon aroma with a tropical nuanced backround. Earthy woody notes supersede any flavor notes. A few sips in a lightly tart lemon flavor seeps in & the sip ends in a blend. Aspects above search for dominance until the craft warms a bit & flavors multiply & profile is achieved. The body supports the changeover nicely.
Toppling Goliath (IA) DDH King Sue DIPA 8.2%
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1 hop (Citra)
3 sip rule ...
Earthy & lightly bitter aroma. Medium carbonation. Earthy nature to bittering in the offering recedes mid sip giving way to orange flavor notes in a textured juice like body. Offering mellows in a back & forth dual of aspects throughout each sip keeping a nice balance. A spice note is detected at each sip end. Flavor is enhanced a bit warmer but all temps are good.
A deep DIPA in body & hop contributions
Equilibrium (NY) Space Rainbow DIPA 8.5%
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2 hops whirlpooled ( Citra & Rakua) 3 hops DH'd (Galaxy, Rakua & Citra)
Aroma is citrus & herbal. Rakua bittering is initial. Orange flavors layer into this aspect completing the 1st sip in a very soft lightly sweet base with light carbonation. Each further sip introduces multiple Galaxy flavors mixing into the 1st impression. Herbal bittering is consistent. The 2 processes provide an opportunity to extract as many contributions as possible.
Finback (NY) Orange Crush DIPA 8.2%
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Your initial thought is this is the adult version of the iconic soda ...
Aroma is orange. Light carbonation & bittering. Seemed dry & bitter to start & actually turns into mellow orange notes that blends into the initial aspect. This becomes the basis going forward with nuanced sweet notes. Flavor represents a complete essence of an orange. Earthy Mosaic aspects layer through the entire offering. Not super heavy & really cold was preferred.
Imprint (PA) Skeletonized DIPA DDH 7.5%
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3 hops ( Mosaic, Ella & 09326)
Somewhat dank tropical aroma. Initial resinous bittering into the base. Tropical flavors then begin to flow thru the above & mix into Mosaic citrus contributions. While bittering remains a constant a nuanced spice aspects infiltrates each sip providing an interesting end. Flavor aspects mainly tropical seem the dominant feature.
Nicely balanced multiple aspects. 7.5% ABV is noted but seems stronger.
East Branch (PA) Undertow DDH DIPA 7.7%
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2 hops (Citra & EL Dorado)
Dank fruit aroma. Bittering starts the offering but backs off a bit giving the flavor aspects a chance to come forward in a lightly crisp body with medium carbonation. All contributions from here become equal partners.
Looks West Coast & in some aspects feels the same but it does remain in the realm of a DIPA.
Abomination (PA) Wandering into the fog Freedom 8%
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4 hops ( Simcoe. Citra, Mosaic & Krush) 3 sip rule ...
Herbal, woody aroma with light fruit notes. Soft body & carbonation prop up incoming flavors profiling orange, tropical, & peach all layered into medium bittering. The offering mellows more towards flavor as it warms. Woody notes return at each sip ending giving you an interesting nuance.
Not as mellow as some previous offerings but definitely a member of the "Fog" family
Blue Jacket (DC) Zero Hour Hazy DIPA 8%
New
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2 hops (Riwaka & Nelson)
Pleasing grape aroma tickles the senses & gets you ready for what's to come. Holding the sip furthers enhances both taste & smell. Medium carbonation & a soft body wraps around the above. Riwaka keeps the offering honest with woody light bittering & leaves each sip end with a subtle spiced note on the tip of the tongue.
Not to heavy, not to light making this a nicely done pairing of hops all camps will enjoy.
Adroit Theory (VA) Death of a Civilization in Slow Motion Hazy DIPA 8.5%
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4 hops ( Zappa, Citra, El Dorado, Azacca) DDH'd (Contains Lactose)
Sweet lactose beginning that mixes a soft body & multiple fruit notes of tangerine & orange with minimal bittering. Dominance of the above takes over as the beginning blends. Lightly tart. Hazy fans will gravitate to this. The 8.5% ABV is a bonus.
Adroit is a creative & different type of brewer that according to anyone who has visited them needs to be a destination on your list.
Grimm (NY) Cloudbusting #13 Hazy DIPA 8%
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4 hops (Superdelic, Nelson , Riwaka & Nectaron)
Fruit neutral aroma, lightly herbal. Immediate soft entry with light carbonation. Grape notes lead you in. Superdelic contributions plus up the flavor even further with sweet candy & tropical fruit flavor. Nectaron provides a citrus balance & Riwaka layers the above with a light bittering aspect. Flavor though dominates in the soft body. Balance is well done. Hazy fans will find this most enjoyable.
Elder Pine (MD) In Sunshine & in Shadow DIPA 8%
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Limited Offering
2 hops (El Dorado & Mosaic)
Aroma combines both hops with earthy & fruit aroma. Light carbonation. Contributions blend immediately remaining together start to finish. The end of each sip gives Mosaic influences a chance to override early aspects until the body provides a last sweet pop of flavor
District 96 (NY) Supermajority DIPA 8.5%
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No hop info
Lightly herbal aroma Fruit drifts through this. Lighter carbonation. More citrus than soft in flavor with woody undertones. Orange seems proprietary for flavor though bittering is the dominant feature in the offering. Flavor does appear if patience is observed & you wait for the offering to warm
A good example of a NEIPA with a bottom twist.
Grimm (NY) Gravity of Chill DIPA 9.2%
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3 hops (Citra, Mosaic & Columbus)
Solid fruit aroma that expands right into flavor that Citra always provides in the way of orange. Columbus' bittering contributions are minmal but identifiable but an extra flavor boost is also contributed helping keep the offering in that realm. Backbone % carbonation are nicely layered. A light spice Strata ending finishes each sip. DIPA fans will enjoy as well as possibly the hazy camp.
Benchtop (VA) Why the Gong Face DIPA 8%
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2 hops ( Mosaic & Galaxy)
Aroma is earthy dominant. Medium to high carbonation. A slighht oat note in flavor mid sip provides a soft & interesting aspect wrapped in a crispier backbone. Bittering is light to medium throughout & fades into what remains a somewhat tart citrus flavor softening a bit as the offering warms. All the above continually blends with the aforementioned oat nuances.
Mikerphone IL) Hey Ya DDH DIPA 8%
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2 hops ( Motueka & Galaxy)
Fruited pineapple aroma. Flavor & bittering jump & compete for dominance with flavor remaining out front. Bittering remains consistent but DDHing Keeps Motueka earthy woody aspects in check with medium carbonation. Soft body keeps balance.
As always DDH promotes flavor but balance is just right start to finish. More than worth a try if you haven't had a craft from this brewer.
Half Acre (IL) Daisy Cutter Nebula DIPA 8%
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3 Hops (Galaxy, Krush & HBC 1019)
Intense fruit aroma & noticeable ABV presence. Soft flavors are immediate & multiple in pineapple, citrus & notes of tropical. Body is the envelope keeping light bitteringin check as the balancing aspect throughout becoming again identifiable at each end sip. Light dry finish. Warmer provides a bit more enjoyment.
Abomination (PA) Wandering into the Fog Citra 8.6%
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TDH 4 hops (Mosaic, Pacific Jade, Summit & Citra)
Highly aromatic herbal, fruit aromas. Soft body builds a backbone for multiple flavors of peach, tropical, citrus & orange in medium bittering & carbonation. A nuanced tart finish brings all hop contributions out on display. Colder highlights herbal earthy bittering aspects. Warmer creates the bright fruit layers.
Aldus (PA) Gimme the Lupe DIPA 9.2%
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Deep somewhat dank aroma. Heavy flavors are dominant with a bottom layer that continually reminds you of its ABV. Medium bittering & a deep backbone. Flavors go into orange as it warms.
A heavier DIPA but blend is clean throughout.
Nepanthe (PA) Enigmatic Monolith DIPA 8.3%
New
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4 hops ( Citra, Galaxy, Strata & Enigma)
Soft full fruit aroma. Lightly carbonated. The soft body pulls flavrs of peach, orange & tropical into a blend. Bittering is balanced with Strata providing a mild spiced ending in conjunction with Enigma. This added aspect surrenders to flavor bringing the offering full circle. Colder was better for full enjoyment of all aspects
Cushwa (MD) Blunt DIPA 8.5%
5 hops ( Mosaic, Denali, Simcoe, Citra & Kohatu)
Earthy aroma with deep fruit aspects most likely Kohatu. All flavors are intense & distributed evenly. Orange, peach & nuanced pineapple are primary. Light pine & earthy Mosaic bittering is consistent & more noticeable at sip end. All of the above is wrapped in a creamy rich & soft body which added to the offering. ABV was noticeable as well at each sip end.
A different style in this genre to think about.
Drekker (ND) Doomsday Device DIPA 8.3%
1 hop (Mosaic) Malted with oats, carafoam & Spelt
A 1 hop craft, when you are intimate with it is easy.
Fruit aroma. Malts craft a soft body with light carbonation. Mosaic orange flavor dominates the offering & with a light earthy ending it's what we have come to expect from Mosaic.
A complete contribution from this hop which brings us a craft that doesn't disappoint.
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Weldwerks (CO) Weld & Butch Hazy DIPA 8.2 %
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A collaboration with Hop Butcher. 3 Hops (Elani, Krush & Mosaic)
Fruited aroma with a light herbal touch. Medium carbonation & light bittering give in to a burst of fruit flavors that become the catalyst to the offering. All hops contribute bright multiple flavors ranging from citrus to tropical. Bittering is relegated to each sip end & makes the offering work with a light pine aspect.
Should be added to a portfolio of favorites.
Drowned Lands (NY) Terra Blanc 8%
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2 hops (Citra cryo & Phantasm)
Neutral aroma. Soft & lightly carbonated. Completely fruit forward. No bittering but there is an earthy aspect that flows around each sip & will keep everything in balance. Fruit flavors of citrus remain dominant throughout. Phantasm is the softest contributor in flavor mixing with the orange aspects of Citra cryo. But in hindsight the bottom light earthy notes is truly what brings this craft together
Equilibrium (NY) Four Fours DIPA 8.5%
4 hops (Citra, Strata, Galaxy & Zappa )
A more tropical aroma with subtle herbal, pine notes. Medium bittering mixes with multiple & balanced flavors of tropical & citrus which weave together creating a tapestry rather than 1 hop dominance over any other. Lightly conditioned & a nice body. Strata adds another herbal ending that adds yet more creativity to the offering.
The composition of these hops makes it a candidate for almost any fan of craft beer.
Drowned Lands (NY) Early Leaf (8.4%)
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2 hops (Cashmere & Simcoe) An earthy/fruit aroma compliments of both hops. Body is silky bringing forward a pleasant blend of multiple fruit flavors & light bittering. A note of light herbal pine sneaks in at each sip end creating another layer to the offering. Flavor dominates throughout but let all aspects contribute. Balanced at all temps
Burlington (VT) It's complicated being a Wizard 8%
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3 hops (Simcoe, Idaho 7 & Chinook)
Earthy fruity aroma. Oats provide a pleasantly soft body that wraps around citrus flavors which are continually out front & mix into medium bittering throughout. Again oat malts keep this from drifting into the realm of a West Coast style & allow all aspects to blend. An earthy/cannibus spice like ending completes the balance in a light subtle way.
Crafted nicely
District96 (NY) Hyper Local 8.5%
Available
2 hops (Sabro & Citra)
A Sabro tropical aroma . Light bittering which remains consistent throughout & mixes with flavor profiles being light coconut, tropical & citrus in no particular order. A soft creamy body creates the base for the above.
Very mellow start to finish. A subtle hint of vanilla was a nice touch to the ending. Balance is well done. Colder was preferred.
A candidate for hazy & tropical camps