Treasure Chest

Fruit IPA | Special Release | United States

By Tom Cannon

Judges Rating: 91
Aroma: 22
Appearance: 6
Flavor: 37
Mouthfeel: 8
Overall Impression: 18

What this beer is, more than anything else, is a good IPA. The normally citrusy hops in the beer become accentuated with the addition of grapefruit. The aroma is redolent of citrus and tropical fruits, and the hibiscus masks itself as a floral hop presence. The beer itself is a not-quite-clear dark gold with a lovely orange/pink hue. The hop flavor again works with the grapefruit and prickly pear addition, but there’s a solid malt backbone to support the citrusy flavors in a positive way, and the hibiscus adds a bit of a herbal tea note. The beer is fruity and floral in the nose and zesty and soft on the palate. Overall, this is a nice IPA.