Legacy Brewing Co: Hoptimus Prime

I have to admit, I chose Hoptimus Prime due to its label and catchy name. This is a Double IPA, and is brewed at Legacy Brewing Co. in Pennsylvania. This caramel-colored beer has a spicy aspect to it, and also a little hint of pine flavor. The bitterness and hop flavor do not really show up until the end, leaving you with a sort-of surprising aftertaste. Overall, I enjoyed my first taste of Hoptimus Prime. Legacy Brewing Co. brews a handful of beers such as a red-ale, a German style ale, an amber lager, and Euphoria Ale, their sweet yet peppery Belgian style ale. I’ve heard rumors that some of these brews have been discontinued, but I will be on the lookout and report back with reviews. Cheers!

Introducing..Clown Shoes Black IPA

This is my first post on Beers in Boston, so I thought I would introduce myself. I am 25 years old, with a love for great beer and great food. I absolutely love to travel, and I will always try whatever the locals are brewing. I currently live in Boston, where there is always something new to try!

Anyone who knows me, knows that the way to my heart is through a delicious IPA. A few nights ago, while out in Somerville, I spotted an unusual IPA that I had to get my hands on. The tap read Clown Shoes Hoppy Feet Black IPA. The name and graphics alone were intriguing enough to prompt me to order one…then two..then three..

The Hoppy Feet IPA is one of four offerings from Clown Shoes, and it really lives up to its name. There are hints of dark chocolate, nutty flavors, and lots and lots of hops.

Fast forward to the morning after, my “clown shoes” still in tact, when I did some research on this newly discovered IPA. Clown Shoes, based in Massachusetts, also offers a Brown ale, an Amber ale, and a Belgian-style white Clementine ale. I look forward to trying the rest of these pours, and I suggest you do the same!