Alpha Abstraction Vol. 8
Wild Leap Brew Co.
Double IPA
Limited Release
Georgia
United States
Judges Ratings 92
Aroma: 23 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40
Appearance: 5 / 6
Mouthfeel: 8 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20
Description
Alpha Abstraction, Vol. 8 is a juicy, double dry-hopped IPA with Enigma hops. This is the eighth edition of the series, with a varied hop profile in each volume.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 8.00%
IBUs: 46
Served at: ()
Hops: Enigma
Malts:
Judges Review

By Michael McGuire
Judges Ratings 92
Aroma: 23 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 5 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 8 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20 / 20
Alpha Abstraction, Vol. 8 by Wild Leap Brew Co. was described as a “Double IPA” and was judged as one (BJCP sub-style 22A). In the glass it formed a medium white head atop a light orange beer with only a slight chill haze. Unlike many hop-bomb Double IPAs that assault the senses with piney bitterness, the aroma of this brew was notable for intense tropical fruit and citrus-imparting hoppiness followed by deep maltiness and alcohol notes, all consistent with style. The flavor profile also featured both fruity hop and robust malt contributions, resulting in a delicious, well-balanced beer.
The mouthfeel was characterized by a medium body, some creaminess, modest but adequate carbonation, and alcohol warmth as observed in the aroma. The overall impression is of a clean, tasty, highly quaffable and moderately strong IPA and an excellent version of this style.
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