Hop Peak IPA
Breckenridge Brewery
Story by:
Bev Blackwood
American IPA
Year-Round
Colorado
United States
Judges Ratings 94
Aroma: 22 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20
Description
Simcoe and Citra dry hops form a pinnacle of lush citrus and pine aromas in this modern interpretation of the classic India Pale Ale. Our hopback infuses flavor from whole cone hops to build a complex body, further emboldened by the addition of an oil-rich, concentrated hop flower resin called lupulin powder. This potent powder kicks up a fresh hoppy dominance, which is supported by a backbone of unique specialty malts. Golden amber in color and refreshing in taste, Hop Peak IPA is a congratulatory drink for reaching any of life’s summits.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 6.50%
IBUs: 57
Served at: (45 – 47º)
Hops: Whole-cone Simcoe, Citra, Citra Lupulin Powder
Malts: Pale, Munich, Golden Naked Oats, Premium English Caramalt
Judges Review
By Susan Ruud
Judges Ratings 94
Aroma: 22 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20 / 20
Hop Peak IPA by Breckenridge Brewery is a wonderful American IPA judged as such under BJCP Category 21A. Upfront it had a huge citrus and piney (almost earthy) hop aroma that blended nicely with a pleasant grainy malt following right behind. There were no noticeable esters behind all of those lovely hops. The beer presented as deeply golden with a huge white head of fine, long-lasting foam and lacing on the glass. The flavor was a pleasant, smooth bready malt, which was immediately followed by a nice citrus, piney, earthy hop flavor and soft bitterness that lingered. This would be a perfect beer to drink with almost any pub food, but I really envision it with a large juicy burger and fries. It is also perfect for a warm fall day sitting out on the patio enjoying the changing colors of the surrounding landscape.
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