Euphoria Pale Ale

American Pale Ale | Seasonal | United States

By Michael Heniff

Judges Rating: 92
Aroma: 21
Appearance: 6
Flavor: 36
Mouthfeel: 9
Overall Impression: 20

Very prominent hops are up front in the aroma with characters of mango, pine, resin and a hint of peach and cedar while the malt aroma takes a seat far behind the hops. The flavor again demonstrates a similar balance with the quite forward resinous and citrusy hop flavors dominating over just a touch of biscuity malt. This beer finishes with a wonderful resiny, mango, citrusy hop character with a crisp finish and a lingering bitterness more akin to a typical American IPA (despite only 45 IBUs). Don’t get me wrong, this is a very nice, hop-forward beer but labeling it as a “Pale Ale” is a bit misleading. Regardless, make mental note to seek this beer out when you need to get your low-IBU hop fix!