Judge’s Review: 93 Rating – Trust Weasel IPA by Flying Lion Brewing Co.

American IPA | Year-Round | USA

By Jim Koebel

Judges Rating: 93.00
Aroma: 23.00
Appearance: 6.00
Flavor: 36.00
Mouthfeel: 10.00
Overall Impression: 18.00

Trust Weasel is American IPA brewed by Flying Lion Brewing, judged as BJCP Category 21A. American IPA.
This hop-forward beer starts with grapefruit, berry, and floral aromas. Although those individual characteristics are not otherwise unique in an American IPA, their synthesis is particularly mellow and pleasant while retaining a juicy, fresh essence. This beer is clear and copper-colored, with a tall, white head that lasts. The flavor continues to be hop-forward but is not overly bitter. The clean malt character has a light grainy note and carries grapefruit and floral hop flavors into the dry finish. Typical for style, this American IPA is medium-bodied with medium-high carbonation, which lends a crisp, cleansing character. This is an ace.