Take 5
Harpoon Brewery
Story by:
Steve Alvarez
Session IPA
Year-Round
Massachusetts
United States
Judges Ratings 78
Aroma: 20 / 24
Flavor: 32 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 6 / 10
Overall Impression: 14 / 20
Description
Harpoon Take 5 was first brewed on the Brewery’s 10-barrel system in early 2014. With each pilot batch the recipe was tweaked until the desired balance between hop aroma and malt character was achieved. This final version begins with a vibrant citrus and pine hop aroma from Simcoe and Amarillo hops and follows through with a sturdy malt profile from the combination of Pale, Vienna, Carapils, and English Amber malts. Hop forward but not too bitter, low ABV but with a significant malt body – a truly sessionable beer.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 4.30%
IBUs: 43
Served at: ()
Hops: Simcoe and Amarillo
Malts: Pale, Vienna, Carapils, English Amber
Judges Review
By Garrick van Buren
Judges Ratings 78
Aroma: 20 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 32 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 6 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 14 / 20 / 20
The brilliantly clear gold body and bright white head give off a complex aroma dominated by resiny hops and supported by light caramel, honey, grapefruit, orange, and some light strawberry esters. It has a light water cracker-esque body with hints of caramel and moderate carbonation. The hop presence is far more subdued in the flavor and bitterness compared to the aroma. There’s just a hint of resin, a light astringency, and a dry finish. The delicate nature of this extremely easy-drinking beer would compliment a light salad topped with blueberries or strawberries.
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