Hopothermia
Alaskan Brewing Co.
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Double IPA
Year-Round
Alaska
United States
Judges Ratings 95
Aroma: 23 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20
Description
Hopothermia is a full-flavored representation of the Double IPA style with a robust malt body resting in easy harmony, like a massive grizzly bear in winter, with the big and drinkable American hop character. Pairs best with large wild game that you have caught with your bare hands.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 8.50%
IBUs: 70
Served at: (40° – 45° F)
Hops: Nugget, Apollo, Amarillo, Citra, Centennial
Malts: Two-Row, Specialty
Judges Review
By Pete Garofalo
Judges Ratings 95
Aroma: 23 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20 / 20
Fresh, intense hops are prominent in the aroma; hints of tropical fruit are blended with an underlying resinous essence. Fruitiness is compounded by ester contributions from the fermentation, adding pineapple and berry character that invites a first sip. The flavor delivers on the promised hop flavor and bitterness, but manages to avoid any harshness. Taste includes more citrus (grapefruit, tangerine) than the aroma and a solid grainy malt, including just a touch of caramel at the perfect level of support. The fresh hops are impressive, with clean intensity that remains smooth. The fruity character from both hops and fermentation make this a uniquely drinkable double IPA.
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